This weekend offers several opportunities to get the kids out of the house with family-friendly events offering a little something different.

On Saturday, February 11, renowned storyteller Rafe Martin will take part in the Stories and Sundries Fair, a fundraiser Cobblestone School. Martin will give a live performance and sign copies of his books. The fair will also feature local artisans and green products, as well as baked goods from students at Cobblestone School. The Stories and Sundries Fair will be held at the Visual Studies Workshop (31 Prince St.) 2-4 p.m. Tickets cost $5. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 271-4548, or visit cobblestone.org.

On Sunday, February 12, the Jewish Federation in conjunction with the Jewish Community Center will host Purim Palooza. Children (and parents) will be able to enjoy arts and crafts projects, storytelling and discussion, snacks, and for the older kids (ages 9-12) an obstacle course and Velcro wall. The event will take place 2-4 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (1200 Edgewood Ave.). Admission is free, but non-perishable food donations will be taken for the Brighton food cupboard. For more information, visit JewishRochester.org.