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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Reading, Swimming & Cooking

This week kids get some practice cooking in the kitchen, developing their vocabulary and spelling with a game of Scrabble , get in the water to learn to swim.

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This week kids get some practice cooking in the kitchen, developing their vocabulary and spelling with a game of Scrabble , get in the water to learn to swim.


FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

Where/When: on Mar. 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go: Doors open to the public on the last day of the annual Scholastic Book Fair event.
Pricing: Free to attend.

Where/When: Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave. in Derby on Mar. 3 from  6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: All ages are welcome for some fun and adventures with words. Numerous boards available. Any level of ability is welcome. Word games for youngsters also.
Pricing:   FREE

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Where/When:   at 10 a.m. weekly Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
Why Go:  This is a Level 2 class is for kids age 6 months through 3 years old and a parent or caregiver, and offers the chance for young children to get familiar with the water as well as prepare them to learn how to swim.
Pricing: Pool Member: $50.00, Shelton Resident: $55.00, Non-Shelton Resident: $70.00

Where/When: Kumon Math and Reading Center, 2 Corporate Dr. on  Mar. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Why Go: Stop by the open house to learn about the Kumon learning system and their approach to developing kids skill levels from preschool all the way up to High School. Free gift and recommended reading list for children will be given out.
Pricing:  FREE

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Where/When: on Mar. 2 from  6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Why Go: This class offers a chance for kids to learn about working in the kitchen including some hands-on time, eating, and fun!
Pricing:  FREE. Class size limited. Registration required.

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