Vote Now for the Best Place to Throw a Kid's Birthday Party!

If you have your child's birthday party away from your home, you often can combine good food and a fun activity for a memorable occasion -- not to mention a little less stress for Mom or Dad.

But where should you go? There's , but only one can be crowned Readers' Choice Best. 

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The poll closes at 5 p.m. Friday.

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