Kids Expo Over 100 exhibitors providing fun, hands-on activities for the kids while Mom and Dad learn about local resources, businesses, agencies, organizations, schools and services for families. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Free www.choices4children.org For more information contact: Choices for Children (530) 676-0707
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