Grab and Go Kids Planner

Sometimes it's hard to find things to do as a family.  So Patch wants to help.  Every week we are going to publish a list of the best family-freindly events going on in the area.  We're looking for things that are fun, close-by and cheap.

1. Celebration of Black History Month and the American Helicopter Museum

Why Go: Actress Daisy Century presents re-enactments of the first licensed African-American pilot at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. John Grant, one of the Tuskegee Airman, will speak at noon in the museum's theater.  The event will be held on Sat. Feb. 19.

Pricing: $10 adults, $8 Seniors, $7 children or students with I.D.

2. Chess for Kids at West Chester Public Library

Why Go : Kids ages six and up are invited to the library on Sat. Feb. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn how to play chess and work on their game.

Pricing: Free, check and mate.

3. Middle School Honors Band Concert at Fugett Middle School

Why Go: Come watch as the best young muscians in the West Chester Area School Districts display their musical talents.  The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday Feb. 23.

Pricing: Free

4. Stroytime at Chester County Book and Music Company

Why Go: On Wed. Feb. 23, starting at 10:30 a.m., children between the ages of three and six can enjoy stroytime.

Pricing: Free