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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Cupcakes, L.A. Marathon and a Sundown Hike

Discover the best family events for the upcoming weekend and into next week.

From picking up some frosted St. Patrick's Day treats to taking a hike under the mostly-full moon, you can enjoy the town with your kids in tow.

1. St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes at Sprinkles

Where/When: , 9635 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Why Go: Thursday is the only day of the year that the cupcakery's green version of its is available. If you can't make it that day, you can purchase the Irish chocolate cupcake, with Belgian dark chocolate cake and Baily's Irish creme cheese frosting, until March 20.

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Pricing: $3.50 each, $39 dozen

2. 

Where/When: North Rodeo Drive between Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2011.

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Why Go: A block party with spectator viewing will be located on Dayton Way at North Rodeo Drive. Live entertainment will be provided.

Pricing: Free

3. Music in the Mansion Series

Where/When: Due to construction at Greystone Mansion, the series is being held at the City of Beverly Hills Municipal Gallery, south wing of City Hall at 450 N. Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills CA 90210; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2011.

Why Go: Cure your child's Bieber Fever with a performance by world-renowned pianist Pauline Yang.

Pricing: $15, advance tickets recommended (call 310-285-6850)

4. Nearly Full Moon Adventure

Where/When: —Sooky Goldman Nature Center, 2600 Franklin Canyon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2011.

Why Go: Take in the sounds and smells of spring while you explore the park by moonlight. All ages are welcome.

Pricing: Free

5. 

Where/When: , 444 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (2nd Floor Auditorium); 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2011.

Why Go: Watch an Academy-worthy flick for free with the family.

Pricing: Free

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