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  • Published Jul 5, 2007 4:41 pm KST
  • Updated Jul 5, 2007 4:41 pm KST

Kids

Andersen Exhibition 'The Greatest Fairy Tale'

COEX (3rd floor, Jangbogo Hall)

Through Aug. 15

As the master mind behind fairy tales such as "The Little Mermaid," The Ugly Duckling," and more beloved classics, Hans Christian Andersen's legacy will be honored in a special exhibition that also commemorates his 200th birthday. Tickets cost from 8,000 won (students) to 12,000 won (adults). Visit www.andersen2007.co.kr or call 724-2770. Located inside COEX near exits 5 and 6 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

Puss in Boots Musical

National Museum of Korea Theater

July 28-Aug. 19

Charles Perrault's beloved story "Puss in Boots" has been recreated as a family musical that has already taken Russia by storm with its creative mix of rap music. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. No performance on Mondays. Visit www.cfnmk.or.kr/theater/information.php or call 1544-5955. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.

Adventure With Thomas and Friends

COEX Convention Hall (Hall 11)

July 7-Aug. 19

A space for kids to touch, draw, see, and venture into their own creativity while being surrounded by Thomas the Tank Engine and his other engine friends. Tickets cost from 12,000 won (teenagers) to 15,000 won (children). Visit www.thomas7979.com or call 1566-7477. Located inside COEX (third floor) near exits 5 and 6 of Samseong Station on subway line 2.

Kids Nanta

Seongnam Arts Center (Opera House)

July 29- Aug. 26

The famous rhythmic performance is recreated for children as it shows the Seven Princesses making their own special recipes. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 50,000 won. Visi www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.

Sports

July 07, Saturday (Baseball)

Hanhwa vs. LG at 5:00 p.m. Seoul Jamsil Baseball Stadium

Lotte vs. SK at 5:00 p.m. Incheon Munhak Baseball Stadium

Kia vs. Hyundai at 5:00 p.m. Suwon Baseball Stadium

Doosan vs. Samsung at 5:00 p.m. Daegu Baseball Stadium

July 8, Sunday

Horseracing

Gwacheon Seoul Race Track

The Gwacheon Seoul Race Track holds races from 10:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. Get off at Seoul Racecourse Station, subway line 4, exit 3. For more information, call (02)509-1114 or visit at www.kra.co.kr.