Watertown Children’s Theatre Improv Cafe   Where/When: Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St., Watertown, Friday, 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Why Go: Come to the WCT’s winter fundraiser for a special evening full of laughter, featuring Improv Jones, Improv Jones Jr., and other comedy acts. This family friendly event is open to kids ages 8 and older. Pricing: $20 for adults, $15 for children. Early Childhood Fair and Concert  Where/When:  Watertown Middle School, 68 Waverley Ave., Watertown, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. Why Go: Families can learn about local services offered to kids up to the age …

"Guys and Dolls" at Watertown High School Where/When: Watertown High School, Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. Why Go: Come see this popular musical performed by a talented group of Watertown students. Pricing: $8 for students and seniors, $10 for adults.  Ed Morgan: Music Man Where/When: Watertown Free Public Library, Saturday, 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Why Go: Kids ages 5 and under will sing and dance with Ed as he performs classic children’s songs on his guitar. Pricing: Free.  Waltham’s Land Trust’s Spring Equinox Walk Where/When: Parking lot at the Super Stop & Shop on Pleasant Street in Watertown, …

Gamemaker Workshop Where/When: Watertown Free Public Library, Saturday, 1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Why Go: Kids from grades 3 to 5 will apply their math and logic skills to create their own video games. This program is offered by Children’s Technology Workshop. Pricing: Free.  Waltham YMCA Camp Open House Where/When: Waltham YMCA, Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Why Go:  How will your kids spend this summer? The YMCA offers camps for preschoolers and elementary school age children. To learn more, drop by the open house (9 a.m. - 11 a.m. for preschoolers, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for older kids). Parents can meet …

Flannery Brothers at the Library  Where/When: Watertown Free Public Library, Saturday, 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Why Go: It’s a fun way to start the weekend for kids 7 and under.  Hear songs from Mike and Dan Flannery’s new CD, “The New Explorers Club." Pricing: Free. College Hockey Game: Bentley vs. Sacred Heart Where/When: John A. Ryan Arena, Saturday, 7:05 p.m. Why Go: Come cheer on Bentley University as they skate against Sacred Heart in an Atlantic Conference playoff game.  It’s great entertainment for the family at a great price. Pricing: $5 Youth Coffee House Benefit Where/When: First …

Music with Debbie   Where/When: Watertown Public Library, Friday, 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Why Go: This rocking concert for kids ages 2-7 is a good way to end the vacation week.   Pricing: Free. Ed Morgan: Music Man Where/When: Watertown Public Library, Saturday, 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Why Go: Let your kids ages 5 and under sing and dance to some of their favorite children’s songs. Pricing: Free. Vacation Week Games at Gore Place Where/When: Gore Place Society, Weekdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy the outdoors and take part in a snowshoe adventure, play games, and enter a raffle for prizes. …

With February vacation just days away, you're probably looking for things to do with the kids. You came to the right place. This week's Grab & Go Kids Planner has something for parents to do with kids of all ages. 1. Great Backyard Bird CountWhere/When: Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Saturday, 9 a.m. to noonWhy Go: You’re never too young to be a bird-watcher.  Children will engage in hands-on activites to identify our feathered friends.Pricing: Free 2. WFN: “Let’s Make Saturday’s Count”Where/When: Watertown Public Library, Saturday, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.Why Go: Watertown Family Network offers story time …

Introducing our new Grab & Go Kids Planner! 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 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 …