Grab & Go Kids Planner: Bunnies, Volunteering, And Making Books

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We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children.

Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and 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!

Math shows, children's bowling leagues, make-your-own terrarium—pick and choose from this week’s array of events.

FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

Where/When: Smithtown Library; Wednesday, 7-8 p.m.
Why Go: This event is half arts-and-crafts and half community service, as the item you'll be making will be given to someone at the Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care.
Pricing: Free

Where/When: Nesconset Branch of the Smithtown Library; Thursday, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Why Go: Children in grades K-through-2 will get the chance to hear a story about bunnies, make a bunny craft, and even meet a real, live bunny!
Pricing: Call

Where/When: Caleb Smith State Park; Friday, 1:30-3 p.m.
Why Go: Caleb Smith has so much to see, it can get overwhelming. Fortunately, this guided exploration of the park is slow, so you can take in all the sights and sounds.
Pricing: Call

Where/When: Smithtown Township Arts Council; Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m.
Why Go: Where do books come from? Find out as kids ages 8-12 make their own by hand, drawing, painting and writing everything inside.
Pricing: $115 for the course, $15 for materials

Where/When: Sportime At Kings Park; Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Why Go: Kids ages 3-15 can stop by Sportime and learn about their summer camp options, including swim instruction, tennis and more.
Pricing: Varies