Keep your kids from sitting in front of the television and surfing the Internet all day this spring break by celebrating the city's Youth Appreciation Week.

In appreciation of Seattle’s youth and the important contributions they make to the community, Seattle Parks and Recreation will be offering activities for kids and teens throughout the city during the week of March 30 to April 4.

All events and activities are free or low cost and are open to kids ages 11 to 18 years old.

In return of a fun filled week of activities, the Parks Department asks kids to bring a non-perishable food item to each activity, which will go to local food banks to help families in need during this difficult economic time.

The Parks Department will also be holding a recognition ceremony during the Block Party at Southwest Teen Life Center, 2801 S.W. Thistle St. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 3. All youth are encouraged to attend for free food, entertainment games and a health fair.

North/Northeast/Northwest activities:

Monday, March 30

Floor Hockey
Queen Anne Community Center
1901 First Ave. W.
Time: 1:45 - 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Dirk at 386-4240

Tuesday, March 31

Building Small Engines
Meadowbrook Teen Life Center
10750 30th Ave. N.E.
Time: 5 p.m.
Cost: Free-please register in advance
Contact: Meadowbrook Teen Life Center at 684-7523

Billiards Tournament
Queen Anne Community Center
1901 First Ave. W.
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Dirk at 386-4240

Wednesday, April 1

Karaoke
Meadowbrook Teen Life Center
10750 30th Ave. N.E.
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Meadowbrook Teen Life Center at 684-7523

Thursday, April 2

Experience Music Project
Queen Anne Community Center
1901 First Ave. W.
Time: 4 - 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Notes: Paperwork is required, so please call in advance
Contact: Dirk at 386-4240

Bowling
Meadowbrook Teen Life Center
10750 30th Ave. N.E.
Time: 4 p.m. (van will leave at 3:15 p.m.)
Cost: Free
Note: Paperwork is required, so please call in advance
Contact: Meadowbrook Teen Life Center at 684-7523

Free Snow Cones
Magnolia Community Center
2550 34th Ave. W.
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact: Rob at 386-4235

After Hours
Northgate Community Center
10510 5th Ave. N.E.
Time: 9 - 11 p.m.
Cost: $2
Note: Participants must have a current Students or Washington State I.D. to enter.
Activities: Skill challenges, eight-foot hoop dunk, three-point contest, arts, video games and more
Contact: Sebastian at 386-4283

Friday, April 3

Youth Appreciation Week Late Night Dinner
Meadowbrook Teen Life Center
10750 30th Ave. N.E.
Time: 8 p.m.
Fee: Free-please bring a non-perishable food item for the local food bank
Contact: Meadowbrook Teen Life Center at 684-7523

Multiple Days
Public Swim
Ballard Pool
1471 N.W. 67th St.
Contact: Ballard Pool at 684-4094

Madison Pool
13401 Meridian Ave. N.
Contact Madison Pool at 684-4979
Dates: March 31 and April 2
Time 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Cost: 17 and younger $2,75 and older $4