Grab & Go Kids' Planner

Yummy Donuts
Where/when: 7 p.m. Weds Feb. 23, Niles Library
Why Go: Learn how to make donuts from refrigerated dough and sample the treats.
Pricing: Free; register. 

Chicago Land Kids Expo
Where/When: 9-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26 and 10-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27
Why Go: The ultimate kid universe under one roof. Kids can play on inflatable rides and games, hang out at the petting zoo and party with Radio Disney.
Pricing: $10 for Adults, $5 for kids ages three and up.

Where/When: Glenbrook South High School, Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: A variety of shows and acts to break up the monotony of your week.  
Pricing: $12


Where/When: Glenview New Church School, Saturday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Tap your toes to the beats of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s at this family-friendly event.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Des Plaines Theater, Saturday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.
Why Go: This family-friendly, modern take on vaudeville will feature performers whose talents range from juggling to comedy, magic and more.
Pricing: $12


Where/When: Saturday, Feb. 26, 10:30 a.m. at Leisure Center and Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook.
Why Go: Presented by the Northbrook Musical Theatre for Young Audiences, this retelling of the classic fairy tale with song and dance is sure to delight.  Children can meet with the characters after each show.
Pricing: $8 in advance, $10 online or at the door; Group discounts available.


Where/When: Friday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m. at Seven Ten Lounge, 2747 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago
Why Go: Knock down pins to rack up money for the health system’s infant special care unit.
Pricing: $25 for members, $35 for non-members


Where/When: Thursday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. at Orrington Elementary School 2636 Orrington Ave., Evanston
Why Go: The Orrington Elementary PTA will recognize the school’s multi-culturalism through its annual Ethnic Arts Festival. Volunteers will will help students create colorful, hand-made crafts and introduce them to diverse traditions of children all over the world.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Thursday, Feb. 24, 6:30 p.m. at the Winnetka Public Library, 768 Oak St.
Why Go: Watch Milo and Otis for free.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Saturday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m. at the Winnetka Public Library, 768 Oak St.
Why Go: Celebrate the man who created, Green Eggs and Ham with stories, games and cake.
Pricing: Free


Where/When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25 and Saturday, Feb. 26 at Maine West High School, 1755 S Wolf Rd, Des Plaines.
Why Go: The stage version of The Wiz is a modern interpretation of L. Frank Baum's beloved story about Dorothy and her adventures in Oz.
Pricing:


Where/When: Saturday, Feb. 26, 6 p.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove.
Why Go: Supplies and instruction are provided.
Pricing: Free. RSVP required.


Where/When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 26;
Why Go: Thomas the Tank Engine and the Hogwarts Express will be rolling into the Deerfield Public library as part of the North Central O’Gauger’s model railroad exhibit. Train buffs of all ages are invited to the all-day show, which also features replicas of popular regional and historical lines.
Pricing: Free

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1
Where/When: 2 – 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 – 10 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 26;
Got a Harry Potter fan on your hands? Park the kid in front of the big screen at the library, which hosts two showings of the film on Saturday.