Grab and Go: Family Planner

The first weekend of spring has arrived, but the warm weather hasn’t. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor family friendly things to do this weekend. From the kickoff to the National Cherry Blossom Festival to some new kids' movies out, Lorton Patch gives you the top five ways to spend time with the kid this weekend.

If you still haven’t picked up spring clothes for your kids, pick them up at the on Saturday morning. They have a large selection of everything from baby clothes and equipment to older kids clothing and toys.

kicks off downtown with an opening ceremony and family day on Saturday. Lorton’s Workhouse Arts is participating in the family day events at the National Building Museum.

Gunston Hall is hosting its annual on Saturday afternoon. Families can come and enjoy the grounds of George Mason’s home. Have a picnic with your kids while you enjoy a large assortment of activities.

The weather may not be very warm this weekend, so you might need an inside activity. The movie Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules premieres in theaters this weekend. It’s sure to excite the kids and entertaining enough parents can sit through it.

Have you been thinking about adding another member to your family? If so, there is a on Sunday from 12-4pm in Springfield.

If you have any other great ideas or activities this weekend, let us know! We would love to hear what you have planned.