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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Get the Kids Interested in Music Lessons at Fox River Academy Open House
Plenty of cheap things to do around town this weekend.
Cheap and easy, right in your local community. This week we’re highlighting hiking, bouncing, running, the arts and ice-cream. Enjoy!
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Where/When: 4785 State Route 71, Oswego, from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday Feb 27
Why Go: Learn about upcoming Fox River Academy programs for all ages beginning with pre-school. Music performances by academy students and faculty. Art exhibits on display.
Pricing: Free
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Where/When: 2343 S. River St., North Aurora; 10 a..m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; trails open sunrise to sunset
Why Go: Three beautiful trails along the Fox River. The Turtle Trail is recommended for those with young children. Visit Devil’s Cave and/or borrow a Trail Bag that will help you learn more about the nature surrounding you.
Pricing: Free
Where/When: 4306 E. New York St., Aurora. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday
Why Go: Kids under 12 have a blast bouncing, climbing and sliding on inflatable obstacle courses. Separate areas for children under 4. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to your child’s laughter! Monkey Joe’s makes cleanliness a priority.
Pricing: $9.99 per child. Children under 2 are $5. Adults are free.
Where/When: 2274 Route 30, Oswego. Weenkend hours: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday
Why Go: Ice cream is fun any time of the year; you don’t have to wait for the warm weather. Oberweis ice-cream is produced with farm fresh milk & cream in a variety of wonderful flavors. You can purchase a variety of products in their dairy store.
Pricing: Kids treats start at 99 cents.
• OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY ATHLETICS
Where/When:, 4250 Route 71, Girl’s Track & Field Meet 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday
Why Go: Showcase a combination of teamwork and competition and show your kids how much fun these high school girls have exercising and competing.
Pricing: Free
