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See the Blue Angels, Batting Practice with the Padres, and More
The Grab & Go Kids Planner is your weekly guide to kid-friendly activities out and about town.
Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.
This week, as the fabulous warm winter weather continues, you and your kids can spend Saturday with some flyboys or with the boys of summer in celebrations of the Navy and the San Diego Padres.
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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK
Where/when: Naval Air Station, North Island, Coronado, gates open at 8 a.m., event starts at 9 a.m. and goes all day, Feb. 12
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Why Go: To help celebrate 100 years of flight in the Navy. Civilians will get the rare opportunity to see the base, along with tours of aircraft carriers and .
Price: Free
Where/when: Petco Park, downtown San Diego, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 12
Why Go: Padre fans can give their team a rousing send-off for the baseball season by attending FanFest at Petco Park in downtown San Diego, featuring clinics with the players, park tours and the chance to grill management about the team.
Price: Free
Where/when: Coronado Community Center, 6-9 p.m., Feb. 11
Why Go: To be part of Willy Wonka Night at Friday Night on the Strand. Take a chance on winning a contest in one of two ways: By dressing the most like a character from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, or by dressing in the most red, pink and white, in honor of Valentine's Day.
Price: $10-$12
Where/when: New Children's Museum, downtown San Diego, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Feb. 12
Why Go: To enjoy Kidfunk, a festival with live music and dancing tailored for youngsters. Includes karaoke and DJ's.
Price: $5-$10
Where/when: Chula Vista Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Feb. 12
Why Go: For a unique take on Valentine's Day. Make Valentines for the animals at the center, and get up close and personal with them, too.
Price: Free for members; 50 cents for all others
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