| Date |
Description |
Time |
City |
| Recurring
Events |
Every
Monday |
Tot-Rock-n-Roll.
Crofton Skate Zone. $4 Admission which includes skate rental,
small drink and a 15 minute lesson. For ages 6 and under only!
|
10:00am
- Noon |
Crofton |
| First
Tuesday |
Terrific
Toddlers Series. Northeast Community Center. Join them
on the first Tuesday of each month for story, crafts and games.
For ages 3-5. Fee: $3. For
more information and to register
call 410-257-2554. |
11:00am |
Chesapeake
Beach |
Monday
- Friday |
Play
Billiards! Ages 10 and up. Open activity! Play 8 ball,
9 ball or the pool game of your choice! North Beach Community
Center. FREE! |
4:00pm
- 9:00pm |
North
Beach |
| Monday-Friday |
Mondays-Fridays:
Game Time. North Beach Community Center. Boys and girls
are invited to drop by after school to enjoy various board games.
Choose from checkers, bingo, connect four, puzzles, scrabble,
etc. FREE. Call (410) 257-4344 for more information. For ages
10-14. |
4:00pm
- 6:00pm |
North
Beach |
Every
Tuesday Evening |
Family
Night Skating. Wheel Skating Center. Call (410) 674-9661
for more information. Cost: Ages 13 & Up:
$3 plus skate rental. Ages 6 to 12: $2.00 plus skate
rental. Ages 5 & Under: FREE! Skate rental is additional.
MILITARY (with I.D.) - FREE Admission with skate rental. |
7:00pm
- 9:30pm |
Odenton |
Every
Wednesday and Saturday |
ArtKids
Preschool Program - FREE!
Walter's Art Museum. For children 3-5 years old accompanied
by an adult. Each workshop includes storytime, a tour and art
activity. Last 90 minutes and are led by specially trained museum
educators.
Class
size is limited to 15 children. One adult chaperone is required
for every 2 children. Pre-registration
is mandatory by calling (410) 547-9000, ext. 373.
For more details visit their website.
|
10:30am
- Noon |
Baltimore |
| Every
Wednesday |
Wednesdays
- Parent /Child Interactive Play Group. Northeast Community
Center. Moms, grandmas, and caregivers. Interactive activities
are encouraged-adults talk and children play. New parents and
children are always welcome! FREE.
Call (410) 257-2554 for more information. For ages: Birth-Up.
|
9:30am
– 11:00am |
Chesapeake
Beach |
| Every
Wednesday |
Pizza
Pig Out. Crofton Skate Zone. $4.00 admission, $2.50 rental.
Includes "all-u-can-eat" pizza. Exception: Oct. 26 |
6:00pm
- 9:00pm |
Crofton |
| Every
Thursday |
Frugal
Freeskate. Crofton Skate Zone. $2.00 admission, $2.50
rental. |
6:00pm
- 9:00pm |
Crofton |
| Every
Friday |
Finally
Friday. Crofton Skate Zone. 16 & Under Only! Admission
$7, Skate Rental: $2.50. Parents free as spectators! Call 410-721-7155
for more information. |
7:00pm
- 11:00pm |
Crofton |
| Every
Saturday |
Saturday
Morning Kid's Fun Time. Wheel Skating Center. For ages
10 and under and their parents. Call (410) 674-9661 for more information.
$5.00 admission and skates. |
10:00am
- Noon |
Odenton |
| Every
Saturday |
Arts
and Crafts at Michael's Arts and Crafts Store.
Call
your local Michael's
to verify times and dates. |
10:00am
- Noon |
Multiple
Locations |
Every
Saturday |
The
Walters Art Museum, Drop-in Art and Family Activities.
FREE with museum admission. Stop the art studio to create an art
activity for you to take home. Projects change weekly. Check their
schedule. |
11:00am
- 3:00pm |
Baltimore |
| Every
Sunday |
Family
Funday. Crofton Skate Zone. Parents Skate Free. One Parent
Admission per paid child. Admission: $5.50, Skate Rental: $2.50 |
1:00pm
- 6:00pm |
Crofton |
All
Week |
North
Arundel Aquatic Center offers a wide range of features
for adults and children. For the kids they have an indoor water
park with slides, 134 feet water slide (must be 48" or
taller), small slides with spray features, water spouts, water
buckets and a waterfall, plus a water vortex! Visit their website
for more details.
All
sections of the aquatic center in October may not be available
at all times. |
Kids
Water Area:
Mon-Fri:
4-8pm
Sat:
Noon-7:45pm
Sun:
11am - 5:30pm |
Glen
Burnie |
| All
Week |
Game
Room - Northeast Community Center. Open activity! Pool,
ping pong, shuffleboard, foosball or games! Must have NORTHEAST
COMMUNITY CENTER ID card. Game Room is open Sunday-Thursday
from 8:30 a.m.-10:00p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-11:00
p.m. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. FREE. |
|
Chesapeake
Beach |
| By
Calendar Date |
| May
1 |
T-ball
fun! Cove Point Park. Bring your glove! A quick introduction
to the wonderful world of baseball. COST: $4.00 For ages 3-6.
|
10:30am |
Lusby |
| May
1 |
Kids
Just Want to Have Fun: Baseball Theme! Calvert Library.
Weekly stories, discussions and projects for children 2nd-5th
grades. For more information or
to register call 410-535-0291.
|
2:00pm
- 300pm |
Prince
Frederick |
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| May
2 |
XBOX
360 Unlimited. Mount Hope Community Center. Stop by for
some friendly competition with friends! Pre-registration required!
Cost: FREE. For ages 7-13. For more
information or to register call (410) 257-6770. |
5:00-9:00pm
|
Sunderland |
| May
2 |
A
Mickey Mouse Party. Southern Community Center. Join in
for a party with Disney's lovable characters, Mickey, Minnie,
Daisy, Goofy, Pluto and Donald. This activity will sure to be
a celebration, including fun games, snacks and a craft. COST:
$5.00. For ages 3-6. |
10:30am
|
Lusby |
| May
2 |
First
FREE Friday. Calvert Marine Museum. Museum open and free
to the public. Join Sail Solomons to learn more about
sailing. For more information call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.
|
5:00pm
– 8:00pm |
Solomons |
| May
2 |
Mother's
Day Bake Off. Southern Community Center. This event is
designed for everyone! Bake your favorite CAKE and/or treat! Entries
must be delivered to the Southern Community Center by 10:00am
on Friday, May 2nd. (Entries may also be dropped-off the night
before.) Taste testing will begin promptly at 10:15am. 1st place
winner will receive 2 seats on the May 17 Parks and Recreation
Southern District shopping trip to New York City. (Seats are not
cash redeemable or transferable.) Note: Seats will be transferable
if trip is cancelled by Park and Recreation. Entries will be judged
on Appearance, Taste, Texture and Overall Presentation. All four
categories are essential! Note: All entries must be fully prepared.
Staff will NOT be responsible for additional preparation. Pre-registration
a must! Cost: FREE.
|
10:00am
|
Lusby |
| May
2 |
Fishing
Till Midnight. Fort Smallwood Park. An evening of fishing
until midnight. There is no advanced registration for this program,
just be in the park by dusk as the front gate will close at the
regular closing time. All vehicles must leave by midnight.
|
8:00pm
– Midnight |
Pasadena |
| May
2 |
Teen
Game Night. Calvert Library. Free Pizza & door prizes!
Bring a friend!! Try our Wii's. For
more information call 410-535-0291. |
6:30pm
- 9:00pm |
Prince
Frederick
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| May
3 |
Birding
at Jug Bay. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Learn the skills
of identifying birds by sight and sound. Binoculars and field
guides will be available to borrow. For ages 12 and up. For
more information or to register please call 410-741-9330.
|
8:00 -11:00am |
Lothian |
| May
3 |
Silhouette
Artist returns to Be Beep! A great Mother's Day gift.
Appointments necessary, so call or visit the store to schedule
your visit.
For more information or to schedule a time, call 410-544-1844.
|
11:00am
- 4:00pm |
Severna
Park |
| May
3 |
Family
Game Day. West County Library. Come to the library on
the first Saturday of the month for games and activities. Bring
your favorite games or use ours. For all ages.
|
1:00pm
– 4:00pm |
Odenton |
| May
3 |
Classic
Car & Cycle Show. North Beach. You must pre-register
your car - be there at 1:30pm to register and park. Petting zoo,
pony rides, kite making and kite flying, games, music, and more!
|
2:00pm
– 6:00pm |
North
Beach |
| May
3 - 4 |
Teddy
Bear Farm Visit! Clark's Elioak Farm. Free hay rides
for all children who bring a Teddy Bear. If you bring your own
Teddy Bear, you can participate in the Teddy Bear Contest at 1pm
and 3pm on Saturday and Sunday. Or you can bring a NEW Teddy Bear
and donate it to the Pediatric Department of the Howard County
General Hospital. |
Noon
- 4:00pm |
Ellicott
City |
| May
3 |
Free
Comic Book Day. Severna Park Library. Join us for free
comics. We are partnering with Fudd's Rabbit Hole of Comics, who
are donating comics to be given free of charge to teens. Come
into the branch and receive yours.
|
9:00am
- 5:00pm |
Severna
Park |
| May
3 |
Kids
'N' Critters: Over in the Meadow. Battle Creek Cypress
Swamp. Search the tall grasses for beautiful flowers, bugs, and
bird nests. Wear some comfortable shoes and a hat. These
programs introduce youngsters to the many wonders of our natural
environment through stories, puppets, songs and outdoor hands-on
activities. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Reservations are required.
Fee per child: $3.00 ; BCNES members $1.00. Snack
will be provided. For reservations
call 410-535-5327. |
10:00am
- 11:30am |
Prince
Frederick |
| May
3 |
Scrabble
Time. Calvert Library. Bring the family or fellow letter-loving
friends for a round or two of this classic word game! |
10:00am
- 11:30am |
Prince
Frederick |
| May
3 |
Indoor/outdoor
Flea market/yard sale. Southern Community Center. Pre-Registration
required! COST: $5, space/$8 Table. For all ages. |
8:00am
- Noon |
Lusby |
| May
3 |
Family Wii Play! Calvert Library. Bring a parent or a
grandparent for an afternoon of trying our Wii video games. For
more information or to register call 410-535-0291.
|
2:00pm
- 4:00pm |
Prince
Frederick |
| May
3 |
Restoration
Shop Open House. College Park Aviation Museum. Take a
short walk from the museum to the restoration facility to see
a reproduction 1911 Curtiss Pusher being built. Fee: $4/adults,
$3/seniors, $2/ages 18 & under. For more information call
301-864-6029. |
Noon
- 4:00pm |
College
Park |
| May
3 |
Space
Day. Maryland Science Center. Aerospace displays and
activities. Presentations will be made possible from NASA Space
Telescope, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, model rocket clubs,
and the makers of NASA spacesuits. Make Alka-Selzter rockets,
construct your own space backpacks, and sign a poster that will
fly your name into space. Also NASA astronaut Ken Reightler will
be here to meet visitors and sign autographs. |
11:00am
- 4:00pm |
Baltimore |
| May
3 |
Blue
Heron Tour. Patuxent River Park. The Blue Heron nests
in large colonies on the Patuxent River during the summer. Join
in for a tour of an active heron rookery. Some rugged climbing
involved. Transportation provided. Reservations
required. For ages 12 & up. Fee: Resident
$2; Non-Resident $3. For more information call 301-627-6074. |
9:00am
– Noon |
Upper
Marlboro |
| May
3 |
Sunset
Canoe Excursion. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center.
For all ages. Paddle at sunset on this unique tour to introduce
you to the marshes of Muddy Creek as well as the research conducted
here at SERC. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate
paddlers, and basic instruction will be given at the start of
the program. Cost is $12 per adult and $6 for children 6-12 years
old, limited to 16 participants. Preregistration
and payment is required by calling (301) 238.2737. Fees:
adult - $12 child - $6. |
6:00pm
|
Edgewater |
| May
3 |
Eggs
Abound! Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract. For ages
5-7. Eggs are everywhere! Learn about animals that hatch from
eggs and search for them in their habitats. Reservations
are taken by calling 301-497-5887.
|
1:00pm - 2:30pm |
Laurel |
| May
3 - 4 |
Southern
Maryland Horse Association Horse Show. Prince George's
Equestrian Center. Watch a regional hunter/jumper horse show in
the outdoor horse show rings featuring children and adult riders.
FREE for spectators. For more information call 301-952-7999. |
8:00am
|
Upper
Marlboro |
| May
3 |
Young
Buccaneers: Play on the Bay. Calvert Marine Museum. How
do we play on the bay? Does everyone play the same ways? We'll
look at the use of the bay over time and play some bay-inspired
games. For more information or to
register call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. |
10:00am
– Noon |
Solomons |
| May
3 |
Canoe/Kayak
Club Trip to Greenwall State Park. Calvert Marine Museum.
Team Leader: Rob Gibbs, 301-373-8785 or rgibbs07@gmail.com (May
4 at 11am rain/wind/cold date). For
more information or to register call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. |
10:00am
|
Solomons |
| May
3 |
Family
Breakfast with the Towne Criers. William Paca House.
Children can learn how to spread the news by ringing a bell during
breakfast with participants in the National Towne Crier Competition,
which is part of CharterFest 2008, presented by Annapolis Alive!
and the City of Annapolis. Cost: $7 per adult, $5 per child. For
more information or to register please call 410-990-4539 or visit
http://www.annapolis.org. |
8:30am
- 10:00am |
Annapolis |
| May
3 |
Southern
Maryland reading night with the Baysox. Bowie Baysox
Stadium. Southern Maryland reading night, featuring post-game
Fireworks when the Baysox take on the Akron Aeros at 7:05 pm.
For more information call 301-464-4911 or visit www.baysox.com.
|
7:00pm
|
Bowie |
| May
3 |
Refuge
Walking Tour. Patuxent Research Refuge, National Wildlife
Center. For ages 12 and up. Discover the way Patuxent provides
habitat and manages for wildlife on this guided walk. Reservations
are taken by calling 301-497-5887. |
9:30-10:30am
|
Laurel |
| May
3 |
St.
Anne's School Music Festival. St. Anne's School of Annapolis.
The school will host musicians from around the world at the community-wide
Annapolis Music Festival. The festival, which is free and open
to the public and will include authentic music, dance, demonstrations,
food and more from different cultures. For more information call
410-263-8650 or visit www.St.AnnesSchool.org. |
Noon
- 5:00pm |
Annapolis |
| May
3 |
Mother's
Day 1-Mile Walk/Run. Cove Point Park. Enjoy an early
morning one-mile fun Walk/Run. This event is designed for fun.
Mothers and family members, please join us for an exhilarating
fun non-competition activity. Registration
required. All ages are welcome!
|
8:30am
|
Lusby |
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| May
4 |
The
Children of the Trees presents "May Day - A Celebration
of Spring!" Woodland Amphitheater. Kings Landing
Park. Bring the family, a lawn chair or blanket and revel in the
green woods. This theatrical event is free but come with small
change to purchase farm fresh eggs, spring plants and marketplace
edibles. Fun for all ages! Sponsored by the Jr. Ranger Corps and
the Children of the Trees. FREE!! |
3:00pm
- 4:00pm |
Huntingtown |
| May
4 |
Mayfair:
Our annual family FUNdraiser! Port Discovery. On May
4, Port Discovery will be celebrating their 10th Birthday! High
Top Party Hats; Wild & Crazy Hair; face painting; Cookie
Crayons; performances; workshops to make silly putty, cotton
candy, chewing gum and Mother's Day cards and much more!
Admission
for all guests is $25 (children under 2 are free). Reserve your
tickets NOW or call 410.864.2672 |
1:00
- 5:00 pm |
Baltimore |
| May
4 |
History
Walk. Fort Smallwood Park. Join Ranger Matt and learn
about the natural, social and military history of the land we
know as Fort Smallwood Park. Visits to Battery Hartshorne and
the park's old barracks will be included. A write-up of the park's
history as well as a set of maps will be given to those who participate
in this walk.
|
10:00am
– 11:30am |
Pasadena |
| May
4 |
"Bark
In The Park Games." Bowie Baysox Stadium. Hey Fans!
It's your day to bring your dogs to a ball game. For more information
call 301-464-4851 or visit www.baysox.com
|
2:00pm |
Bowie |
| May
4 |
Pirate Pet Parade. Annapolis City Dock. Dress up your
dogs as Buccaneers or Pirates and join in the parade around Annapolis
City Dock. Prizes will be awarded. Proceeds will be donated to
Fidos for Freedom. Judging and prizes by Paws Pet Boutique. Each
registrant will receive a pirate bandana and a doggie treat. All
pets must be leashed or in carriers. $15 contribution to benefit
Fidos for Freedom. To register:
call 410.268.7601 x107 or stop by Paws Pet Boutique at
64 State Circle. |
11:00am-noon |
Annapolis |
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| May
5 |
Cinco
De Mayo Celebration. Northeast Community Center. Celebrate
this day with a Mexican feast prepared by you for you! Be sure
to bring your appetite and take home the recipe of your favorite
dish. COST: $3.00. For ages 11-15. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-2554. |
6:00pm |
Chesapeake
Beach |
| May
5 |
Club
Time: Table Tennis. Northeast Community Center. Do you
enjoy playing chess, checkers, cards or table tennis? Join fellow
enthusiasts on the first Thursday of the month and spend the evening
in some friendly competition. Cost: FREE. For ages 13-17. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-2554. |
7:00 - 9:00pm |
Chesapeake
Beach |
| May
5 |
Monday
Morning Movies & More. Calvert Library. Bring the
little ones for a movie and a story. Maya and Miguel.
|
10:00-11:00am
|
Prince
Frederick |
| May
5 |
Kids
Just Want to Have Fun. Calvert Library. Donut theme!
Weekly stories, discussions and projects for children 2nd-5th
grades. For more information or
to register call 410-535-0291. |
7:00
- 8:00pm |
Prince
Frederick |
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| May
6 |
Nature
Time. Greenwell Foundation. Enjoy the wonders of nature
at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement,
and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and
their families/caregivers. Please
call 301.373.9775 to pre-register. Cost: $5. Upcoming
Themes:
May 6: Buried Treasure.
May 13: Our Creepy Crawly Friends.
May 20: Something Fishy.
May 27: Name of the Rose.
June 3: Sun and Sand.
|
10:00am
– 11:30am |
Hollywood |
| May
6 |
Look
Who's Cooking: Muffin. Mount Hope Community Center.
Hands-on experience for little ones to learn to measure and
mix ingredients, set the table and clean up afterwards. Pre-registration
required! No refunds. COST: $4.00 For ages 3-5. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-6770. |
10:30-11:15am
|
Sunderland |
| May
6 |
Kids
'N' Critters: May Flower Press. Kings Landing Park. Little
ones can build a simple flower press to save the beauty of spring.
These programs introduce youngsters to the many wonders of our
natural environment through stories, puppets, songs and outdoor
hands-on activities. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Reservations
are required. Fee per child: $3.00 ; BCNES members
$1.00. Snack will be provided. For
reservations, call 410-535-5327. |
10:00-11:30am
|
Lusby |
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| May
7 |
Mother's
Day Specials. Linthicum Library. Listen to stories, sing
songs and make a special something to celebrate mothers and other
special caregivers! Come and listen to stories about moms and
families. Stay to make a special gift. For ages two to five. |
10:00am |
Linthicum |
| May
7 |
Pre-Schoolers
Fitness Trail. Northeast Community Center. Special physical
challenges for parents and their pre-schoolers to do together.
Running, climbing, jumping, crawling and other activities will
be featured. Certificates will be given to those that complete
all of the stations. Cost: FREE. For ages 1-5. |
11:00am
- Noon |
Chesapeake
Beach |
| May
7 |
Crazy
Critter Club. Northeast Community Center. This program
is done in conjunction with DNR/Kings Landing Park. This is a
three part program. Themes change monthly. Join us at Kings Landing
Park for a little bit of nature. Snacks are included. Other dates:
June 4. COST: $2.00 For ages 3-5. |
11:00am
|
Chesapeake
Beach/Lusby |
| May
7 |
Mom/Dad
And Me Craft Day: Mother's Day Gift. Mount Hope Community
Center. Make plans to meet new friends and be creative. Children
will make fun craft items to take home. Pre-registration is a
must! No refunds. COST: $4.00. For ages 3-5. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-6770. |
10:30am
- 11:15am |
Sunderland |
| May
7 |
Mother's
Day Specials. Mountain Road Library. Listen to stories,
sing songs and make a special something to celebrate mothers and
other special caregivers! Stories, songs and crafts to celebrate
Mother's Day! For ages two to five.
|
9:30am
|
Pasadena |
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| May
8 |
Instant Top Model - A Fabulous Runway Event. Southern
Community Center. Bring 3 outfits to model (school prep-wear,
own style and a formal look). This will truly be a girly night
out. Get your nails and hair done and then strut your great
fashion sense in a one of a kind fashion show. Judges will look
for style, creativity, originality and sophistication. Winner
will receive 2 free seats on Parks and Recreation Southern District
August 9th, New York City shopping trip. You can visit the Fashion
District and enjoy great shopping. (Seats are not cash redeemable
or transferable and can ONLY be used for August 9th, NYC Shopping
trip. Note: 17 & under must be accompanied by an adult on
the NYC trip). COST: $5.00. For ages 10-17. |
7:15-8:30pm
|
Lusby |
| May
8 |
How
to Shine in Your First Job and Career. West County Library.
Find out what skills and characteristics you must possess to be
successful on the job. Presented by Marcia Hall, Award-winning
author of Navigating Newbie-ism: 12 Simple Ways to Thrive in Your
First Job and Career, The College Student's Guide. |
7:00pm
- 8:30pm |
Odenton |
| May
8 |
Aha
Science! Rockets. Fairview Branch Library. Hands-on experiments
for 2nd- 4th graders. For more information
or to register call 410-257-2101. |
7:00-8:00 p.m. |
Owings |
| May
8 |
Kids
Just Want to Have Fun. Calvert Library. Donut theme!
Weekly stories, discussions and projects for children 2nd-5th
grades. For more information or
to register call 410-535-0291. |
2:00-3:00pm |
Prince
Frederick |
| May
8 |
Peter
Pan Club. College Park Aviation Museum. This fun, learning
club is for pre-schoolers and their parents. Enjoy an aviation
story, crafts, games, and museum exploration. For ages 2-5. Fee:
$4/adults, $3/seniors, $2/ages 18 & under. For more information
call 301-864-6029. Other dates: May 22 |
10:30am
– Noon |
College
Park |
| May
8 |
Tiny
Tots Jog. Southern Community Center. Keep the children
active! Kids and exercise go together. Join us for a 1/4-mile
(approximately) jog/walk. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd,
3rd place winners in each age group. No refunds! COST: $3.00.
For ages 2-6. |
10:00am
|
Lusby |
| May
8 |
Three
Point Game. Southern Middle School. Shoot, Shoot &
Shoot. Test your three point game skills. The 1st place winner
will receive 2 seats on the May 17 Parks and Recreation Southern
District shopping trip to New York City. (Seats are not cash redeemable
or transferable.) Note: Seats will be transferable if trip is
cancelled by Parks and Recreation. Cost: FREE. For ages: Teen.
|
7:00pm |
Lusby |
| May
8 |
Mother's
Day Specials. Brooklyn Park Library. Listen to stories,
sing songs and make a special something to celebrate mothers and
other special caregivers! Make a special Mother's Day treat for
Mom. For elementary school-aged children. |
3:30pm |
Brooklyn
Park |
| May
8 |
Little
Minnows: Butterflies. Calvert Marine Museum. Nothing
says spring like butterflies. We'll discover what butterflies
live around the museum - bright ones, lots of spots, different
shapes and colors. Create your own butterfly. Space is limited.
For more information or to register call 410-326-2042, ext.
41. |
10:00am
– 11:00am |
Solomons |
| May
8 |
Reading
Goes to the Dogs. Provinces Library. Meet members, both
human and canine, of Karma Dogs, a non-profit organization that
seeks to improve people's lives through relationships with therapy
dogs. Learn how children can become more confident readers through
their H.E.A.R.T.S. (program Help Encourage All Readers To Succeed).
For ages five and up. |
7:00pm
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| May
9 |
Pizza
and a Program: Lost and Found. Battle Creek Cypress
Swamp. Stop by for pizza at the park while learning about baby
animals and what to do if you find a lost or abandoned wild animal.
Fee: $5.00/BCNES members $3.00 per person (under age 2 free).
Must be prepaid! |
6:30-8:00pm
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Prince
Frederick |
| May
9 |
Toddler
Field Day. Bowie Community Center. Parents, bring your
toddlers to participate in field competitions and games. Ribbons
will be awarded to all participants. Afterwards, enjoy a cookout
lunch. Registration required by May 7. For ages 3-4; FREE.
For more information call 301-464-1737. |
11:00am – 12:30pm |
Bowie |
| May
9 |
Tween
Night. Calvert Library. Free Pizza! Bring a game and
a friend or make new friends. Try our Wii's!! . |
6:30
- 8:30pm. |
Prince
Frederick |
| May
9 |
Funstruction
Zone. Southern Community Center. Children will enjoy
fun play through obstacle courses and ball play. Cost: FREE. For
ages 3-6. |
10:30am
|
Lusby |
| May
9 |
"Mommy
- I Love You." Southern Community Center. Children
will create their very own special Mother's Day gift! Please
bring photos and /or artifacts from home to assist with craft
projects. Cost: FREE. For ages 3-6. |
9:30am
|
Lusby |
| May
9 |
Made
It Myself. Northeast Community Center. Mother's Day is
coming soon and father's Day is just around the bend. You know
how much parents love to receive gifts you make yourself. We've
planned something special to make for Mom and Dad and we'll even
wrap it up so there will be no peaking. Punch and cookies will
be served. COST: $3.00 For ages 6-11. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-2554. |
4:30pm
|
Chesapeake
Beach |
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| May
10 |
Green
Hour: Animal Signs. Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. Children
of all ages will become animal detectives. There are animals
all around us if we just know the signs to look for. First
learn about some clues animals leave behind and then get outside!
We will explore the treetops, in the grass and under the leaf
litter. Fee: $3.00/BCNES members $1.00. With paid
adult, children pay member fees. |
10:00-11:00am
|
Prince
Frederick |
| May
10 |
Perfect Pet Expo 2008. Perfect Pet Resort. Demonstrations,
exhibits, giveaways & prizes. There will be a special Humane
Education Fair with low cost microchipping and children's activities
provided by the Calvert Animal Welfare League. A Spring Pet Fashion
Show Learn about pet-related resources, businesses, and services
in the area. Get answers to questions about pet nutrition, behavior,
and health. Visit with veterinarians, animal welfare organizations
and animal rescue groups. Meet adoptable pets. We welcome everyone,
including pets (on lead) to attend this FREE event, rain or shine!
For more information and directions visit www.perfectpetresort.com
or call 410-741-0000. |
10:00am
– 3:00pm |
Lothian |
| May
10 |
Flea
Markets, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds. New & used
items - Indoor & outdoor vendors. Other dates: June 14 |
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Crownsville |
| May
10 -11 |
Mother's
Day Weekend. Clark Elioak Farm. Free hay rides for all
mothers accompanied by a child. Happy Mother's Day to all our
wonderful mothers!!! Give Mom a treat and bring her to the farm
to see the Enchanted Forest attractions she loved as a child!
A great family outing!
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|
Ellicott
City |
| May
10 |
Aha
Science! Rockets. Northeast Community Center. Hands-on
experiments for 2nd- 4th graders. Please register. |
3:00 - 4:00pm |
Chesapeake
Beach |
| May
10 |
Aha
Science! Rockets. Southern Branch Library. Hands-on experiments
for 2nd- 4th graders. For more information or to register call
410-326-5289.
|
11:00
- 12:00am |
Lusby |
| May
10 |
Creature
Feature: All About Reptiles. Watkins Nature Center. Meet
and learn about cold-blooded creatures such as snakes, lizards,
and turtles. Reservations required. For ages 3 & up. Fee:
Resident $1; Non-Resident $2. For more information call 301-218-6702.
|
10:00am
– 11:00am |
Upper
Marlboro
|
| May
10 |
Nature
Walk. Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract. For all
ages. Join us for a leisurely stroll on this guided walk through
forested areas. Wear your "eagle eyes" to discover seasonal
changes of the forest. Reservations
are taken by calling 301-497-5887. |
2:00pm
- 3:30pm |
Laurel |
| May
10 |
Kindersinger:
Flower Power. Port Discovery. Singing, Dancing and puppet
shows. Also, Bubbles the Clown and Pets on Wheels Canine Volunteers
will be there! |
1:00pm
and 1:30pm |
Baltimore |
| May
10 |
International
Migratory Bird Day. National Aquarium in Baltimore. For
all ages. Enjoy crafts and games in celebration of birds that
fly from one region to another. Participate in activities showing
the lifestyle and habitat of local migratory birds including
the Baltimore oriole, Maryland's state bird. Plus, meet
Puffin, the Aquarium's mascot, and see many other amazing birds
that the Aquarium cares for. FREE! with admission.
|
10:00am
- 3:00pm |
Baltimore |
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| May
11 |
Mother's
Day Weekend. Clark Elioak Farm. Free hay rides for all
mothers accompanied by a child. Happy Mother's Day to all our
wonderful mothers!!! Give Mom a treat and bring her to the farm
to see the Enchanted Forest attractions she loved as a child!
A great family outing!
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Ellicott
City |
| May
11 |
Antique
boats and Marine Engines. Calvert Marine Museum. on
display in the museum parking lot through midday. Solomons
Mother's Say Brunch Cruise. Calvert Marine Museum. What a better
way to say "You're Special" than a relaxing cruise and
brunch. For more information or
to register call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. |
11:00am
- 1:00pm |
Solomons |
| May
11 |
Mother's Say Evening Cruise. Calvert Marine
Museum. What a better way to say "You're Special"
than a relaxing cruise and brunch.
For more information or to register call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. |
5:00pm - 7:00pm |
Solomons |
| May
11 |
Wildflower
Wanders! Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract. For all
ages. Discover the role that wildflowers play in the ecosystem
and learn to identify some common species on this guided walk.
Field guide, water, and magnifying glass recommended.
Reservations are taken by calling 301-497-5887. Other
dates: May 24
|
9:00am
– 11:00am |
Laurel |
| May
11 |
Mother's
Love. Patuxent Research Refuge, National Wildlife Center.
For ages 3-4. Celebrate Mother's Day by introducing your preschooler
to animal mothers around the world through songs, stories and
more! Reservations are taken by
calling 301-497-5887. |
2:00pm
– 3:00pm |
Laurel |
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| May
12 |
Colonial
Foodways in Maryland. Annapolis Library. You'll be introduced
to 18th century habits and tastes through a demonstration with
pictures, cooking tools and popular foods. Bring the family to
enjoy this living history foodways presentation by culinary historians
Katy Hayes and Dory Gean Cunningham. The audience is invited to
sample the goodies! For families with children ages six and older.
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6:30pm
|
Annapolis
|
| May
12-16 |
Guess, Tell And Win - The Mystery Jar. Southern Community
Center. Stop by and play our guessing game. There will various
items stuffed with the unknown on display. Jars, big boxes, little
bottles, large bags, etc. Guess what and/or how many and you will
win. Pre-registration required!
Cost: FREE. For ALL ages. Other dates: June 9
– 13. |
6:00pm-7:30pm
|
Lusby |
| May
12-17 |
Dare
to Read Out of the Box! Annapolis Library. To commemorate
Children's Book Week, we'll promote a variety of subjects for
your reading pleasure. Decorate a bookmark while you're here.
For school-aged children. |
Branch
Hours |
Annapolis |
| May
12-17 |
Down on the Farm. Edgewater Library. Help us celebrate
Children's Book Week by making a paper bag puppet of your favorite
farm animal. For ages two to 12.
|
Branch
Hours |
Edgewater |
| May
12-18 |
Fuel your Mind, Mark your Place! Maryland City at Russett
Library. Celebrate Children's Book Week. Drop by the branch and
create your own bookmark. For ages four and older. |
Branch
Hours |
Laurel |
| May
12 |
Read
Around the Clock! North County Library. Join us in the
children's area as we kick off Children's Book Week by reading
a favorite book at the top of each hour. For children in pre-K
and older. |
11
AM to 8pm |
Glen
Burnie |
| May
12-17 |
Books
are Treasures Waiting to be Discovered! Provinces Library.
Explore your library on a scavenger hunt and pick up a prize when
you're done. Test your book and author knowledge with crosswords
and word search puzzles. For school-aged children.
|
Branch Hours |
Severn |
| May
12-17 |
Children's
Book Week. West County Library. Celebrate the joy of
reading during Children's Book Week with special activities all
week long. For children of all ages.
|
Branch
Hours |
Odenton
|
| May
12 |
Bike
Rodeo. Northeast Community Center. Come celebrate American
Bike Month. Activities include Zig zag course, slow race, figure
8, long roll, paper boy and stop on a dime! You will even learn
about bike safety. Ribbons will be awarded to winners. Cost: FREE.
For ages 8-12. |
5:30pm
|
Chesapeake
Beach |
| May
12-23 |
Ooh,
Baby-Baby Photo Contest. Southern Community Center. It's
National Photo Month and they want you to submit photos of your
child or grandchild, age 1 week to 4 years to be displayed and
judged on creativity, uniqueness, funniness, cuteness and messiness.
All pictures and winning entries will be on display, May 12-23.
Note: Please write, name, address, and phone number on the back
of each photo submitted. Cost: FREE. For all ages. |
7:00-8:30pm
|
Lusby |
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| May
13 |
Nature
Time. Greenwell Foundation. Enjoy the wonders of nature
at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement,
and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and
their families/caregivers. Please
call 301.373.9775 to pre-register. Cost: $5. Upcoming
Themes:
May 13: Our Creepy Crawly Friends.
May 20: Something Fishy.
May 27: Name of the Rose.
June 3: Sun and Sand.
|
10:00am
– 11:30am |
Hollywood |
| May
13 |
Topsy
Turvy Toddlers. Mount Hope Community Center. Enjoy some
topsy-turvy fun and games geared for ages 2-5. Parents and Grandparents:
please join in on the fun and bring in your own games from home!
We will have some fun tumbling on our mats, playing with beach
balls and nerf balls, as well as playing those good-old silly
children's games. Breakfast snacks will be provided. Don't miss
the fun! Pre-registration required.
Cost: FREE. For ages 1-5. For more information or to register
call (410) 257-6770. |
9:00am
- 9:45am |
Sunderland |
May
13
(May 12-16) |
Guess, Tell And Win - The Mystery Jar. Southern Community
Center. Stop by and play our guessing game. There will various
items stuffed with the unknown on display. Jars, big boxes, little
bottles, large bags, etc. Guess what and/or how many and you will
win. Pre-registration required!
Cost: FREE. For ALL ages. Other dates: June 9
– 13. |
6:00pm-7:30pm
|
Lusby |
| May
13 |
Movie
Madness And Much More. North Beach Community Center.
Enjoy movies with your friends. Comedy, Adventure, Fiction, Horror,
Biography or Action. A variety of snacks and drinks will be served.
Contest throughout the night! Cost: $2.00. For ages 10-12. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-4344.
|
7:00pm |
North Beach |
| May
13 |
Movie
Madness And Much More. Northeast Community Center. Enjoy
movies with your friends. Comedy, Adventure, Fiction, Horror,
Biography or Action. A variety of snacks and drinks will be served.
Contest throughout the night! Cost: $2.00. For ages 13-17. For
more information or to register call (410) 257-2554. |
8:00pm
|
Chesapeake
Beach |
May
13
(May 12-17) |
Dare
to Read Out of the Box! Annapolis Library. To commemorate
Children's Book Week, we'll promote a variety of subjects for
your reading pleasure. Decorate a bookmark while you're here.
For school-aged children. |
Branch
Hours |
Annapolis |
May
13
(May 12-17) |
Down on the Farm. Edgewater Library. Help us celebrate
Children's Book Week by making a paper bag puppet of your favorite
farm animal. For ages two to 12.
|
Branch
Hours |
Edgewater |
May
13
(May 12-18) |
Fuel your Mind, Mark your Place! Maryland City at Russett
Library. Celebrate Children's Book Week. Drop by the branch and
create your own bookmark. For ages four and older. |
Branch
Hours |
Laurel |
May
13
(May 12-17) |
Books
are Treasures Waiting to be Discovered! Provinces Library.
Explore your library on a scavenger hunt and pick up a prize when
you're done. Test your book and author knowledge with crosswords
and word search puzzles. For school-aged children.
|
Branch Hours |
Severn |
May
13
(May 12-17) |
Children's
Book Week. West County Library. Celebrate the joy of
reading during Children's Book Week with special activities all
week long. For children of all ages.
|
Branch
Hours |
Odenton
|
May
13
(May 12-23) |
Ooh,
Baby-Baby Photo Contest. Southern Community Center. It's
National Photo Month and they want you to submit photos of your
child or grandchild, age 1 week to 4 years to be displayed and
judged on creativity, uniqueness, funniness, cuteness and messiness.
All pictures and winning entries will be on display, May 12-23.
Note: Please write, name, address, and phone number on the back
of each photo submitted. Cost: FREE. For all ages. |
