Community Corner
Get Out: 5 Things to Do This Weekend
From crafts to kites, Patch has a list of the best activities offered this weekend.
Where/when? ; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Why go: Children can enjoy decorating cookies, arts and crafts, having a caricature done and getting a picture with Peter Cottontail. Child care is available for parents who want to look around without the kids in tow.
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Pricing: $2; free for kids under 5.
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Where/when: Putterz, 2675 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why go? Enjoy Super Saturdays at Putterz with all the miniature golf you want plus 15 game room tokens.
Pricing: $8
Where/when: Tree Town Toys, 2611 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor; Saturday 1-4 p.m.
Why go? A trip to Tree Town Toys is always a great time, but make this trip special by decorating your own kite. Check out the website at www.treetowntoys.com for more great events.
Pricing: $3
Where/when: Anytime this weekend, although we suggest a matinee. It is easier on the budget.
Why go? Even though it is spring break, the weather forecast calls for a lot of clouds and rain. It is a perfect time to take in a movie. Here are some kid-friendly suggestions: Hop (3 stars), Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2 ½ stars), Rango (3 stars) Gnomeo & Juliet (3 ½ stars).
Pricing: Prices vary (average price is $7.50 for a matinee).
Where/when: The Ark, 316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Why go? Once a year, Mark "Mr. B" Braun of Ann Arbor comes together with other top piano players from around Michigan to perform a stunning concert.
Pricing: $25