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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Sesame Street Live, Bingo, Professional Art Lessons

This week, play bingo with the family, learn to paint with a certified instructor and take the kids to see Sesame Street Live.

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This week, play bingo with the family, learn to paint with a certified instructor and take the kids to see Sesame Street Live.

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Where/When: or March 29 through April 10.
Why Go: The Shelton Community Lions Club is hosting a food drive and will be collecting non-perishable food items to be used for Easter baskets. Please stop by and make a donation.

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Where/When:   on March 30 from  6:30 to 8 p.m.
Why Go: This class offers a chance for kids to learn about working in the kitchen. Offers some hands-on time, eating, and fun!

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Where/When:Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard in Bridgeport on March 31
Why Go: Come sing and dance with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and other Sesame Street Live friends with "1-2-3 … Imagine!” This musical will include adventure and teach kids about using their imagination.Go for a ride with Ernie as he captains the high seas, dance in the African rainforest with Elmo, and more.
Pricing: Buy Tickets

Where/When:   on April 1 at 6 p.m.
Why Go: This will be a fun family night and will include prizes for kids and adults that have been donated by local businesses and parents. *Please bring your own marking pen.
Pricing:  10 Games - $4.00 Adult/$2.00 for additional cards (Limit 2) - $2.00 Child/$1.00 for additional card (Limit 1)

Where/When:   on Apr. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Why Go: This is a one hour sesssion with Al Fritsch, certified One-Stroke instructor that focuses on painting. The program is recommended for children in grades 3 and up, as well as for adults; paint and brushes provided.

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