Grab & Go Kids Planner: Pancakes, Willy Wonka & St. Patrick's Day

Hey parents! Wondering what to do with the kids this weekend? Here are some suggestions from Wilmette-Kenilworth Patch! If you have any suggestions on what we should feature next week, let us know in the comment box or send an email to andrea.hart@patch.com.

1. 
   Where/When: Westfield Shoppingtown Old Orchard, Saturday, March 5 at 11:30 a.m.
   Why Go: The Westfield Family in partnership with the Skokie Public Library invites families to come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Old Orchard. Kids are invited to explore their imaginations during story time, and to get creative with a make-it and take-it craft.
   Pricing: Free
2. 
   Where/When: The Village Presbyterian Church, 1300 Shermer Rd., Northbrook, Saturday, March 5 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
   Why Go: For more than 50 years, The Village Presbyterian Church has sponsored a great pancake festival on the North Shore. The festival serves the entire community and raises funds for noteworthy, non-profit organizations such as: A Just Harvest, Boy Scouts, Glenbrook Grad Night, and many others. Donations from local merchants at the door and prizes in random drawings.
   Pricing: Available Upon Request
3. The Wizard of Oz! A Broadway Musical for kids!
   When/Where: Wilmette Theatre, Saturday, March 5 at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
   Why Go: Watch young actors travel down the yellow brick road and inspire your own kids to take the stage.
   Pricing; $10 in advance, $12 at the door
   
4. 
   Where/When: Central United Methodist Church in Skokie, Saturday, March 5 at 5 p.m.
   Why Go: A delicious dinner of authentic spaghetti and Italian favorites all lovingly prepared by Central United Methodist’s very own church ladies. Proceeds from this event will go towards the renovation of our historic Log Cabin, which will be open for all to tour.
   Pricing: $10 Adults, $5 Children (ages 2-12)
5. 
   Where/When: Lakeview Room at Glenview Park Center, Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m.
   Why Go: The Glenview Concert Band under the direction of Ken Bartosz, Conductor and Greg Wojcik, Assistant Conductor will host a concert performing a wide-variety of songs.
   Pricing: Free.
6. Wilmette Children's Theatre Presents: Willy Wonka Jr.
   When/Where: Wilmette Park District's Auditorium of the Community Recreation Center 3000 Glenview Rd., Sunday March 6 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
   Why Go: Childhood fantasies are fulfilled in this light-hearted, chocolate-rich play.
   Pricing: $8