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Best things to do with kids this week in Palo Alto, CA (week of 9/9/2024)


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Monday, September 9

  • Novice Tennis - Adult: Master essential techniques with personalized instruction from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Join us for a fun way to improve your game. Learn more
  • Junior Novice Tennis: Develop essential techniques and sportsmanship from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Perfect for ages 11-14! Learn more
  • Build A City - LEGO Workshop: Create and learn through hands-on LEGO building from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Ideal for ages 6-12. Learn more

Tuesday, September 10

  • Storytime at Palo Alto Library: Gather 'round for storytime adventures, suitable for ages 2-11 from 10:30 AM to 11 AM. Learn more
  • Discovery Science: Explore exciting science topics, running from 1 PM to 1:45 PM. Perfect for ages 3-5. Learn more
  • Music Together: Join in on musical fun from 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM for ages 1-4. Learn more
  • Cooking - Fall: Junior Chef Stars: Create, cook, and learn together from 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM for ages 7-13. Learn more

Wednesday, September 11

  • Little Ones Storytime: Interactive stories for children up to 2 years old at the Palo Alto Library. Join from 10 AM to 10:30 AM. Learn more
  • Author Event - Kimberley Lovato: Engage with a captivating tale of kindness from 4 PM to 5 PM, suitable for ages 4-8. Learn more
  • Science With a Twist: Hands-on experiments from 2 PM to 2:45 PM for ages 5-6. Learn more

Thursday, September 12

  • Storytime - Nature Stories: Join a storytelling session focusing on nature at The Foster Museum. Times vary, perfect for all ages. Learn more
  • Low Intermediate Tennis - Adult: Improve your technique from 7 PM to 8 PM. Learn more
  • STEM Basics: Brick Techniques: Explore STEM through creative building from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM for ages 5-8. Learn more

Friday, September 13

  • LEGO Fridays: Unleash creativity with LEGOs from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Perfect for ages 1-13. Learn more
  • Discovery Science: Explore science topics from 9:15 AM to 10 AM for ages 3-5. Learn more
  • Kids Art Class: Enjoy creative fun with art from 4 PM to 5 PM. Suitable for ages 5-10. Learn more

Saturday, September 14

  • Flea Market at Palo Alto High School: Discover unique finds and local goods from morning till afternoon. Learn more
  • Football Skill Clinics: Improve your skills from 11 AM to 12 PM for ages 7-9. Learn more
  • Performance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: A family musical at Lucie Stern Theatre - sure to delight audiences of all ages. Learn more

Sunday, September 15

  • Newborn Playgroup: Connect with other parents and celebrate parenthood from 10 AM to 11:30 AM for babies aged 0-9 months. Learn more
  • LEGO Sundays: Build and create with LEGO from 1 PM to 3 PM for ages 3-17. Learn more
  • Balance Bots - Engineering Project: Explore engineering principles through fun activities from 2 PM to 4 PM for ages 5-11. Learn more

With a wide selection of events and classes gathering enthusiasm and community spirit, Palo Alto has no shortage of activities this coming week. Don’t miss out on the chance to engage, learn, and make lasting memories with your children!

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