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Kids love it. Parents dread it. It's February school vacation next week, and while students have a temporary reprieve from pencils and books, moms and dads may exhibit some dirty looks if their kids do nothing but plop themselves down in front of the TV. There are plenty of things to do on Cape Cod in lieu of mindless cartoons, MTV, or video games, but it'll take some planning on your part--which sort of sounds like homework, doesn't it? The kids get a break, but you're not off the hook. Here are some activities to consider:

• Cinderella performed at Gertrude Lawrence Stage at Dennis Union Church in Dennis. Feb. 16 to 25.
• Pajama Story Time at Marstons Mills Library. Tuesday, February 20.
• Salty Scoundrels A week of family friendly activities at the Cape Cod Maritime Museum in Hyannis. February 17th to 25th.
• Frosty's Magic Birthday Party featuring magician Greg McAdams. Brewster Ladies' Library in Brewster. Tuesday February 20.
• Stories, Puppets and Fun; Family Critter Capers; Animal Tracks and Signs; and Science Wonders Green Briar Nature Center in East Sandwich. Check site for dates and times.

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