Magical Creatures, Bears, Games: Grab & Go Kids Planner

Each Wednesday, we pull together a list of kid-friendly activities and new places for you to try out with your family this week.

We know your time is limited and precious, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable driving distance.

But we want you to help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!

FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

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  Where/When: , 2035 S. Naper Blvd., Naperville, Feb. 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
  Why Go: Dance away the winter blues with stories, songs, and a puppet show performance based on the book One Shoe Blues by Sandra Boynton.
  Pricing: Free (awesome!) but online registration is required.

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  Where/When: , 200 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville, Feb. 25, from 3 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  Why Go: Gives the teenagers something to do on their day off! They can enjoy open play sessions of Wii Band Hero, The Beatles Rock Band, Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero 5, Mario & Sonic, Mario Bros., Mario Kart, Rock Band 2, Super Smash Bros., Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort.
  Pricing: Free (Ain't it great?)

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  Where/When: , 180 Canterbury Lane, Bolingbrook, Feb. 26 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  Why Go: Ice skating fun with lasers, music and an on-ice disc jockey.
  Pricing: $5-$6 (plus a $3 skate rental fee)

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  Where/When: Morton Arboretum, 4100 Lincoln Ave., Lisle, Feb. 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  Why Go: Kids can search out gnomes, fairies and wise old trees.
  Pricing: Free with paid admission.

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  Where/When: , 200 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville, Feb. 28, from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
  Why Go: Visit Pooh Bear and all his friends in the Hundred-Acre Wood through stories, songs, a puppet show and crafts.
  Pricing: Free! Free! Free!