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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Smooch Pooches, Family Fun Day and Roller Derby

Activities for the younger set for the coming weekend.

1.
Where/When: , 125 Westchester Ave., White Plains, Saturday, May 12 at 10 a.m.
Why go: Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities will have two of its puppies at a Smooch a Pooch event at the Lilly Pulitzer store at The Westchester. Guests of all ages will have an opportunity to have their photos taken with these darlings who are making their Westchester debut. All photos will be encased in a card size frame.
Pricing: Free.

2. Family Fun Day at Huguenot Children's Library
Where/When: , 794 North Ave., New Rochelle, Saturday, May 12 at 2 p.m.
Why go: This year the Huguenot Children's Library will celebrate its 15th anniversary, having opened its doors in 1997. The non-profit Partnership for the Huguenot Children’s Library is using the occasion to celebrate—and to remind the community of the work the PHCL does to support library services in New Rochelle. There will be musical entertainment by Zev Haber, refreshments and crafts for all—just in time for Mother’s Day.
Pricing: Free.

3. Suburbia Roller Derby
Where/When: Police Athletic League, 127 N. Broadway, Yonkers, Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. 
Why go: Children under 8 get in free with a paying adult when the Suburbia Roller Derby's Backyard Bullies host Garden State Rollergirls' Brick City Bruisers in their only home game of the season. Catch Suburbia's newest skaters and rising stars as they claw their way up the ranks. Fun for the whole family.
Pricing: $15, general admission; $20, VIP seating; children under 8 free with paying GA adult. 

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4. Dibbles to Daisy Exhibit
Where/When: , 895 Shore Rd., Bronx, Sunday, May 13, noon to 4 p.m.
Why go: The exhibit will feature antique garden tools collected by landscape architect Mark Morrison. These beautifully crafted and exceptionally useful objects provide a fascinating glimpse into the art of gardening as it has been practiced in Europe and America since the 17th century. Specialized tools such as clod crushers, cucumber straighteners, and wasp catchers are displayed alongside more familiar objects such as dibbles (for planting bulbs) and watering cans, each handmade in practical yet elegant forms that will appeal to all visitors, even those who have never weeded a garden with a daisy grubber. Other dates and times are available.
Pricing: $5 for adults; $3 for seniors and students; free for children under 6.

5.
Where/When: , 450 Central Park Ave., Scarsdale, Sunday, May 13 at 1 p.m.
Why go: Gymboee's classes use play-based activities to stretch the body and mind. Explore the senses and support visual and auditory development with tummy time, flashlight play, first songs and more. This baby class includes parent discussion time to help learn about your child's development. For more information, or to sign up for a free preview, visit www.gymboreeclasses.com, or call the center direct at 914-472-0192.
Pricing: Free. 

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