Must-See Neighborhood Guides for Modern Families

Gee, what could be more fun than spring break with the kids? Here's a list of things you can do with the rugrats for complimentary, and they're enjoyable, too.

The outdoor park is complimentary to visit every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Kids enjoy this location due to the fact that it was developed for them, and you probably will too. All permanent exhibits are complimentary, however there's an extra charge for the IMAX theater programs and some attractions.

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, 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach. Paths are open every day from 7 a.m. to dusk. It's a lovely drive to get there, and picnic tables for lunch.

to 5 p.m. 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West, Rancho Palos Verdes. Bring the kids to the Centennial Farm at the OC Fair & Event Center. The trip and parking are free on Discovery Days, when "farmers" are stationed around the 3-acre working demonstration farm to address concerns. Upon check-in, you will get a map to help you in seeing all Centennial Farm has to use.

Get prepared for a Nature Scavenger Hunt at the Upper Newport Bay from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Look for unique interpretive tables and posts along trails around the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive.

Free parking. Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach. 4:30 -6 p.m. Decorate a terracotta pot with paint pens.

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Register here: Bring a coat and delight in the telescopes and professional assistance at a "Starr Celebration" at Caspers Wilderness Park from 7-9:30 p.m. There will be stargazing equipment on hand, however you can likewise bring your own. Activities occur at the nature center. Free admission, but parking is $5.

Inclement weather condition cancels. Call 949-923-2210 to validate the party's on. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. Reserve here: The "Little Sprouts Seed Library" opens for the season today. Kids can select from a range of seeds readily available to take home and grow their own gardens (while products last). Find it in the kids's department of the Temecula Library, open 10 a.m.

30600 Pauba Road, Temecula. How about a scavenger hunt for teens at the Teenager Egg-Venture? Look for hints indoors at the Ronald J. Parks Neighborhood Recreation Center at 7 p.m. to win rewards, then enjoy a photo cubicle, games, dodgeball, Karaoke and more till 9 p.m. 30875 Rancho Vista Roadway, Temecula.

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to 2 p.m. at William S. Hart Park. There will be a timed egg scramble for kids ages 10 and under, enjoyable art activities, a kids play zone, live trainee musical, dance performances, a community hike at 10:30 a.m. and more. 24151 N. Newhall Ave., Newhall Easter Egg Hunts at 3 parks, for children as much as 12 years of ages.

Occasions start at 9:30 a.m. and the hunting starts at 10 a.m. sharp. The hunts will be divided by age and there's likewise an unique needs area. Places: Temeku Hills Park, 31367 La Serena Way; Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park, 32380 Deer Hollow Method, Harveston Community Park, 28582 Harveston Drive. .

This is just 2 of the numerous free occasions and activities taking place throughout Orange County moneyed by public tax dollars.

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March 14, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 363 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Free For more information, get in touch with the library at (949) 497-1733 Take the kids to play board video games at the Newport Beach Public Library's central branch. March 14, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 1000 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Free For more details, get in touch with the library at (949) 717-3800 From local politics to individuals and policies forming our daily livesit's all in The Early morning Report.

Kids ages 7+ and teens are welcome to the Oak View Branch Library to find out to play chess. Registration is required. March 14, 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 17251 Oak Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Free For more details, get in touch with the library at (714) 375-5068 Enjoy exhibits, discussions and activities on Southern California history at the OC Archives Fair at the Great Park.

to 3:00 p.m. Garage 244, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, CA 92618 Free For more information, contact Orange County Archives in Action at Volunteer to get rid of weeds and trim shrubs at Irvine Regional Park's Environment Experience Path. Those that volunteer are suggested to bring gardening gloves, water, sunscreen, treats and wear long pants.

With, you plainly you appreciate holding power to account and securing public interest in Orange County. Support courageous, extensive reporting by making a tax-deductible donation. The program will begin near parking lot G at the Environment Experience Trail trailhead. Registration is needed. Parking is complimentary for volunteers. Participants need to alert the park attendant you are volunteering when they show up for free parking.