Daddy and Me, Dance Parties and Drum Circles

Glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner! Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. 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.

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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

1. Tales – Dance Party and Open Play

• Where/When: Saturday, March 26 2-4:30 p.m. in Hollywood.
• Why go: Get your groove on with 80's music and Michael Jackson at the Tales Dance Party. There will be pizza, art and a dance-off with prizes.
• Pricing: Members $5, non-members $10.
• Ideal for: Kids of all ages.

2. Alvin Ailey Dance Theater - Family Four-Pack Ticket Giveaway

• Where/When: Enter by Tuesday, April 4 to win four tickets to the performance on Wednesday, April 13  at the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Downtown, 7:30 p.m.
• Why go: Don’t miss the chance to see this mesmerizing troupe of the highest caliber under the new helm of Director Robert Battle. Delight youngsters with their celebration of African-American cultural heritage and modern dance prowess.
• Pricing: Free. Subscribe to Kids Off the Couch and send them a note if you are able to make the show. Don’t forget to include your phone number so they can reach you if you win.
• Ideal for: Elementary through college age students. 

3. The Treehouse Social Club - Papa is a Rolling Stone Class 

• Where/When: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. in West Hollywood.
• Why go: This Daddy and Me music class (moms and caregivers welcome too) offers the chance to rock and roll and sing the blues. Enjoy the rhythms, melodies and movement lead by two dads who are music professionals.
• Pricing: $20 drop in and $100 for six weeks.
• Ideal for: Ages 9 months to 3 years.

4. The Treehouse Social Club - Sign Shine Sign Language Class 

5. Family Drum Circle with Norm Jones at Play

• Where/When: Tuesday March 29, 10:30-11:15 a.m. (open for event only doors open at 10:15 a.m.) in Hollywood.
• Why go: Immerse yourself in the exciting interactive family drum circle  lead by the talented Norm Jones of Rhythm Child.
• Pricing: $10 per person in advance, $12 at the door (if available).
• Ideal for: Pre-crawlers, walkers, movers and shakers.