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Cool Cars and Ranger Walks

Kid-friendly activities March 27-April 4.

Glad you clicked on our 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 info on the five best family activities or events for the week.

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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 planner each Wednesday and help us build it 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.

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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

LET’S GO WHALE WATCHING

Where/When: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M White Dr., San Pedro; Daily (see website for tour schedule).

Why Go: See how many whales, dolphins and sea lions you spot!

Pricing: $10-$18

COFFEE AND CARS 

Where/When: Hawthorne Boulevard and Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.

Why Go: Kids can check out muscle cars, antique autos and hot rods—and for the adults, there’s plenty of coffee.

Pricing: Free

RANGER WALK 

Where/When: , 28915 Northbay Road, Rancho Palos Verdes; Saturday, 10 a.m.

Why Go: Get outside and enjoy some fresh air with this moderate hike.

Pricing: Free

PALOS VERDES GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY

Where/When: 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates; Monday, 7 p.m.

Why Go: Great for older kids, this group offers classes, field trips and workshops. Fun for family members to do together.

Pricing: $25-$15

TEEN BOOK CLUB 

Where/When: Miraleste Branch Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes; Monday, 2 p.m.

Why Go: Book club just for teens. Pizza and dessert will be served!

Pricing: Free

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