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Grab & Go Kids Planner

Here's hockey, maple sugaring and a carnival — pick and choose from this week's array of events.

FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

ST. PATRICK’S DAY AT HEADLANDS

Where/When: , Thursday at 3:30 p.m.

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Why Go: Kids in kindergarten through fourth grade can celebrate the luck of the Irish with a treasure hunt and crafts (leprechauns not included).

Pricing: Free, but registration is required.

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ICE OF MARCH HOCKEY TOURNAMENT

Where/When: , Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Times vary.

Why Go: Enjoy some great youth hockey during this three-day tournament sponsored by the Mentor Hockey Booster Club.

Pricing: Free.

MAPLE SUGARING WEEKEND

Where/When: Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: See how maple syrup is made, taste freshly made syrup and candy and learn how to make maple syrup in your back yard, among a host of other maple-related activities.

Pricing: Ages 2 to 11, $4; ages 12 to 59, $6; 60 and older, $5; children younger than 2 and Farmpark members, free. Optional pancake breakfast: ages 2 to 11, $4; ages 12 and older, $7.

2BA HEALTHY KID CARNIVAL

Where/When: , Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.

Why Go: Learn how to be a healthy kid through interactive displays and games, an inflatable obstacle course, healthy kid trivia and more. There’s experts and information for parents, too.

Pricing: Free.

FLORAL FACES FOR MOTHER’S DAY

Where/When: craft room, Monday and Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: Bring your imagination and decorate terra cotta pots with photos and other embellishments. Create the perfect gift for mom or grandma. Kids age 6 and up.

Pricing: $18 for residents, $23 for nonresidents.

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