It’s a Seusstastic weekend with several celebrations honoring the beloved author’s birthday! Outgrown Dr. Seuss? No worries, the agenda also includes movies, mother/daughter yoga, theater, a teen and family night, a parade, a family-friendly ecological event, and lots more! As always, share your thoughts on our picks or tell us your plans in the comments section. 1) Bnai Keshet Kinder Keshet Where/When: Bnai Keshet, 99 S. Fullerton Ave, Montclair. Friday, March 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Why Go: A fun and engaging way to welcome Shabbat with children.  Enjoy songs and stories followed by a …

With winter still solidly in our midst, there are fortunately scores of activities to keep little ones busy (and parents sane). This weekend delivers two plans with toddler superstar-themes (Yo Gabba Gabba and Sesame Street) plus a free movie, a Black History month celebration, star gazing, maple sugaring al fresco, and spirited Irish music and dance to top it all off. These are just a few of Patch’s standout picks for family fun—add your own finds in the comments section! —Maple Sugaring Display Where/When: Van Vleck House and Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair. Daily, 9 a.m. to dusk. …

Children’s theater is big on the agenda this weekend, but there's also an ice skating dance party, birdhouse making, free movies, family yoga, and more Playmobile than you can shake a little plastic figure at. So do as the title says and Grab & Go with this guide, or upstage us and tell us about your fantastic plans for the weekend! —Ice Skating with a Live DJ Where/When: Clary Anderson Arena at 41 Chestnut Street in Montclair.  Friday nights 8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Why Go: Because as a culture we will never tire of skating in circles to funky beats. Pricing: $7/person —Studio Players …

This week, there's birding, Harry Potter, and a chocolate festival. What a week! Indeed, your weekly guide includes all the best family activities and events coming up locally and within reasonable striking distance. Look for the kids’ planner each Thursday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—just add them to the comments box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you! —Montclair Art Museum Park Bench Where/When: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, on Wednesday Feb. 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Why Go: …