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Local Events for September 2008

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Description

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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:
11:00am - 8:00pm

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
Sept. 1 Labor Day. The Chesapeake Children’s Museum. In celebration of workers everywhere and to welcome those who have the day off, the museum is open! Younger visitors can race in a career relay, build a service truck (from cardboard), and do some thinking about the kind of work they envision themselves doing when they grow up. Free with admission. 1:00 – 3:00pm Annapolis
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Sept. 2 Bird Walks. Patuxent Research Refuge, National Wildlife Visitor Center. For ages 16+. Search for birds in several refuge habitats on these guided hikes. Field guides and binoculars recommended. Reservations are taken by calling 301-497-5887.  8:00am – 10:00am Laurel
Sept. 2 Special Summer Storytimes. Clark Elioak Farm. Come share a special story at the farm with your favorite farm animals and storybook characters. Every Tuesday and Thursday through Sept. 19. Books about animals, storybook characters, nursery rhymes and fairytales to delight the children. 11:30am and 1:30 pm Ellicott City
Sept. 2 Flower Walk. Kings Landing Park. Wander through the meadows and search for late blossoms. Bring a bag lunch and blanket; and enjoy a picnic. Lemonade provided for all little hikers! 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. For reservations, call 410-535-5327. Fee per child: $3.00 ; BCNES members $1.00. 10:00 - 11:30am Huntingtown
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Sept. 3 Sisterhood Of The Traveling Book Club (PF). Calvert Library. Book discussion and activities for 4th to 5th grade. The book being discussed is Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath. Registration Required by calling 410-535-0291. 7:00pm Prince Frederick
Sept. 3 Bird Walks. Patuxent Research Refuge, National Wildlife Visitor Center. For ages 16+. Search for birds in several refuge habitats on these guided hikes. Field guides and binoculars recommended. Reservations are taken by calling 301-497-5887.  7:30am – 10:00am Laurel
Sept. 3 Wiggle Wednesday. Maryland Science Center. For ages 3 - 6. Come wiggle, squirm, and dance as we enjoy music, movement, stories, songs, and rhymes.
11:00am Baltimore
Sept. 3 Tots & Tales. Baltimore Aquarium. For ages 3 – 5. Learn about our aquatic animals through story, song and a visit with an animal.  Ellis Woodward will be the featured entertainer. 10:00am – 11:30am Baltimore
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Sept. 4 Kids Just Want To Have Fun. Fairview Branch Library. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. This month's theme is DONUTS. For more information or to register please call 410-257-2101. 7:00pm Owings
Sept. 4 Back to School at Hogwarts. Brooklyn Park Library. It’s a new school year, and all young wizards are invited to return to Hogwarts for a magical good time. For elementary school-aged children. 3:30pm Baltimore
Sept. 4 Manga Mania! Riviera Beach Library. Come share in the love of Japanese comics and animation! For long time fans and those who are curious. 6:00pm – 8:00pm Pasadena
Sept. 4 Frogs and Tadpoles. Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. See live frogs and tadpoles! Learn about metamorphosis. Then hop like a frog and pretend to catch a bug with your tongue. This half-hour discovery program allows the child to experience nature with their parent through the use of their senses and motion. Ages 18 months to 3 years, with adult. For information and reservations call 410-535-5327. Fee per child:  $3.00, BCNES members $1.00. 10:00 - 10:30am Prince Frederick
Sept. 4 Special Summer Storytimes. Clark Elioak Farm. Come share a special story at the farm with your favorite farm animals and storybook characters. Every Tuesday and Thursday through Sept. 19. Books about animals, storybook characters, nursery rhymes and fairytales to delight the children. 11:30am and 1:30 pm Ellicott City
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Sept. 5 Screen On The Green. Belcroft Bible Church. Families are invited to a free, safe showing of "Cars" on a large outdoor screen. Free popcorn and water. Come early. "No" to alcohol, smoking, and tall chairs. For more information call 301-262-5055 or visit www.belcroftbiblechurch.org. 7:30pm Bowie
Sept. 5 First FREE Friday. Calvert Marine Museum. The museum is open and free to the public. Theme: Lighthouse Focus. Enjoy Wm. B. Tennison cruises, Drum Point Lighthouse tours, and visit the Basin Cafe. 5:00pm – 8:00pm Solomons
Sept. 5 Dinosaur Adventures. Southern Community Center. Explore the wonderful world of dinosaurs. Children will learn interesting facts about dinosaurs through games, music and crafts. Snack and drink provided. COST: $3.00. For ages 2-5. 10:30-11:15am Lusby
Sept. 5 Delicious Jewelry Making. Southern Community Center. Kids will enjoy using licorice, fruit loops, cheerios, lifesavers and many other goodies to make bracelets, necklaces and more. COST: $3.00. For ages 2-5. 10:00 - 10:30am Lusby
Sept. 5 Fridays After Five. Maryland Science Center. Every Friday from September 5 through March 27, the Maryland Science Center is just $8 for admission to its exhibit halls, Planetarium and IMAX Theater on Friday evenings beginning at 5pm or later. One low price covers everything except national touring exhibitions. Children under 3 are always free! 5:00pm Baltimore
Sept. 5 Teen Game Night Calvert Library. Your library has the Wii! In addition, there will be board games and food. FREE. Teen nights are held on the First Friday of every month. 6:30pm – 9:00pm Prince Frederick
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  Call before attempting to enjoy one of the programs below to ensure the event is still happening and hasn't been postponed due to weather.    
Sept. 6 Birdwalk. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Explore the different habitats at Jug Bay while searching for birds of all types. For beginning birders ages 12 and older, bring binoculars if available. Please register by calling (410) 741-9330. 8:00am - 11:00am Lothian
Sept. 6 Hey! Let's Go Fishing. Governor Bridge Natural Area. This program, held at an 8-acre, catch and release bass pond, is for beginners. Equipment provided. An adult must accompany children. Reservations required by calling 301-627-6074. For ages 5-12. Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6 9:00 - 11:00am Bowie
Sept. 6 Fall Hiking Spree Nature Hike. Patuxent River Park. Enjoy a guided hike through the woods. Reservations required. All ages welcome. FREE. Information: 301-627-6074. 10:30am - 12:30pm Upper Marlboro
Sept. 6 Family Game Day. West County Library. Fun for everyone, bring your favorite games or use those provided. For all ages. Other dates: October 4 and November 4 1:00 – 4:00pm Odenton
Sept. 6
(Sept. 6 - 7)
Fall Grand Opening Weekend Celebration! Clark Elioak Farm. Celebrate the start of the school season and the end of summer at our farm. Goats, sheep, cows, chicken, donkeys, ponies and horses all work on the farm.   Ellicott City
Sept. 6
(Sept. 6 - 7)
Outlaw Days! Tuckahoe Equestrian Center. Equestrian Festival with a Western Flair that features 5 different Wild West Shows each day! Plus, wagon rides, pony rides, games for the kids, food, and MORE! Admission: Adults $7, children under 12 $3. For more information call 410-822-0183 or visit www.tuckahoeequestriancenter.net. 9:00 am - 5:00pm Queen Anne
Sept. 6 Lighthouse Adventure Cruise. Calvert Marine Museum. Head north on a chartered boat to visit lighthouse o the upper bay. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. 7:45am – 4:00pm Solomons
Sept. 6 Fall Indoors Flea Market/Yard Sale. Southern Community Center. Cost: $5 space/$8 Table. 8:00am – Noon Lusby
Sept. 6 Excursion Series: Canoeing the Patuxent. Irvine Nature Center. Explore the estuarine environment of Maryland’s longest river, the Patuxent. Do some seine netting and other tests to get a closer look at the aquatic animals and plants that inhabit this special ecosystem. All equipment provided; pack a lunch and beverage. Directions will be provided. Fee: $25 members, $35 non-members. For ages 10 & up. For more information or to register please call 410-484-2413. 9:00am - 3:00pm Owings Mills
Sept. 6 Scrabble Time. Calvert Library. Join other letter-loving folk and test your Scrabble skills. Games and Official Scrabble Dictionary provided. For all ages. 10:00am Prince Frederick
Sept. 6 Egg Drop Price Drop Before Noon. Maryland Science Center. During the Maryland Science Center's Egg Drop Price Drop promotion, visitors arriving before noon on Saturdays will receive a $5 discount on the price of admission–and an egg. Maryland Science Center staff will provides the materials and the "egg-spert" advice to help visitors create their original protective device for the egg, which will be dropped off the balcony of the third floor of the MSC's atrium to see if it can survive the impact of the fall. For more information, go to http://www.mdsci.org/specialevents/eggdrop.html Before Noon Baltimore
Sept. 6 Wii Play As A Family. Calvert Library. For all ages. Play Wii games on the big screen! Kids of all ages can bring an adult and play a new game together, or show your skills and compete against others! Please call 410-535-0291 to register. 2:00pm Prince Frederick
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Sept. 7
(Sept. 6 - 7)
Outlaw Days! Tuckahoe Equestrian Center. Equestrian Festival with a Western Flair that features 5 different Wild West Shows each day! Plus, wagon rides, pony rides, games for the kids, food, and MORE! Admission: Adults $7, children under 12 $3. For more information call 410-822-0183 or visit www.tuckahoeequestriancenter.net. 9:00 am - 5:00pm Queen Anne
Sept. 7 Family Day At The Bay. Flag Ponds Nature Park. Enjoy a day at the park. FREE. Music, nature displays, crafts, games and more. For information call 410-535-5327. 11:00am - 5:00pm Lusby
Sept. 7 Little Minnows: Let's Find Out What Floats! Calvert Marine Museum. Space is limited. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. 10:00am – 11:00am Solomons
Sept. 7 Hollywood Flyers. College Park Aviation Museum. Spend a Sunday afternoon at the movies. The Hollywood Flyers film series features blockbusters, classics, and documentaries about flight. Free with museum admission. Lemonade and Popcorn are included. This months movie: The Magic of Flight, documentary, unrated. 2:00pm College Park
Sept. 7
(Sept. 6 - 7)
Fall Grand Opening Weekend Celebration! Clark Elioak Farm. Celebrate the start of the school season and the end of summer at our farm. Goats, sheep, cows, chicken, donkeys, ponies and horses all work on the farm.   Ellicott City
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Sept. 8 Meet Your Friendly Fire Fighters. Severna Park Library. Explore a real fire truck! The fire department will send several of their friendliest fire fighters to teach children not to be afraid of these brave professionals. Take home knowledge of fire safety and a special craft. For preschool-aged children. 10:00am Severna Park
Sept. 8 Lizard Lane. Flag Ponds Nature Park. Take a guided walk along the boardwalk trail looking for skinks, fence lizards, and more. Then return to to relax and socialize with other adults while the children play. For information and reservations call 410-535-5327. This program meets the first Monday of the month and introduces new parents and their infant to the wonders of the natural world through easy to moderate outdoor walks.  No strollers, please. For reservations, call 410-535-5327. Fee:  $3.00/ BCNES members $1.00. Siblings pay $3.00 per child. 10:00 - 11:00am Lusby
Sept. 8
(Sept. 8-9)
Creepy Crawlers program: "Crabby Days." Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center. Come learn about crabs and why they pinch! For 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult. $3/members, $5/non-members. Advance Registration required 410-827-6694 or sghrist@bayrestoration.org. For more information call 410-827-6694. 10:00 am - 11:00am Grasonville
Sept. 8 Schools Back In-Bingo. Northeast Community Center. Enjoy Bingo! We will play for pencils, rulers, markers, notepads, etc. In between games we'll listen to your favorite tunes-bring a CD. Snacks provided. COST: $3.00. For ages 7-11 4:00pm - 6:00pm Chesapeake Beach
Sept. 8 Monday Morning Movies And More. Calvert Library. For pre-schoolers. Bring the little ones for a story and a short movie. 10:00am Prince Frederick
Sept. 8 Kids Just Want To Have Fun. Calvert Library. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. Today's theme is DOGS. Registration Required:YES. 6:30pm Prince Frederick
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Sept. 9
(Sept. 8-9)
Creepy Crawlers program: "Crabby Days." Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center. Come learn about crabs and why they pinch! For 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult. $3/members, $5/non-members. Advance Registration required 410-827-6694 or sghrist@bayrestoration.org. For more information call 410-827-6694. 10:00 am - 11:00am Grasonville
Sept. 9 Special Summer Storytimes. Clark Elioak Farm. Come share a special story at the farm with your favorite farm animals and storybook characters. Every Tuesday and Thursday through Sept. 19. Books about animals, storybook characters, nursery rhymes and fairytales to delight the children. 11:30am and 1:30 pm Ellicott City
Sept. 9 Family Trivia Night. Mountain Road Library. Test your "trivial' knowledge at the library. Bring three to eight friends, neighbors, family members or co-workers and face off against other teams for fun and fabulous prizes! To reserve a table for your team, call the Mountain Road Branch at 410-222-6699. Walk-ins are welcome. For all ages. Other dates: October 14 and November 11 7:00pm Pasadena
Sept. 9 Parents/Tots Playgroup. Mount Hope Community Center. Children and parents are invited to come play and socialize at our weekly playgroup meeting. Play equipment will be provided. Cost: FREE. For ages 9 mo-Up. 10:00 - 11:30am Sunderland
Sept. 9 Gymnastics Workshops. Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex. Try something new with the children. Gymnastics workshops provide a safe, fun environment for children to play, and are a great way to introduce your child to our gymnastics facility. Adults must accompany children; a maximum of three children admitted with each adult. Registration begins ½-hour prior to workshop start time, and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages walking-14 years. Fee: $6/child (Adults are FREE and must accompany children.) For more information call 301-583-2400. Other date: Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30. Wednesdays, September 10, 17 & 24. Fridays, September 12, 19 & 26, 4:30-5:30 pm, and Saturdays, September 20 & 27, 1:30-2:30 pm. 11:30am – 12:30pm Landover
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Sept. 10 Gymnastics Workshops. Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex. Try something new with the children. Gymnastics workshops provide a safe, fun environment for children to play, and are a great way to introduce your child to our gymnastics facility. Adults must accompany children; a maximum of three children admitted with each adult. Registration begins ½-hour prior to workshop start time, and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages walking-14 years. Fee: $6/child (Adults are FREE and must accompany children.) For more information call 301-583-2400. Other date: Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30. Wednesdays, September 10, 17 & 24. Fridays, September 12, 19 & 26, 4:30-5:30 pm, and Saturdays, September 20 & 27, 1:30-2:30 pm. 11:30am – 12:30pm Landover
Sept. 10 Tots & Tales. Baltimore Aquarium. For ages 3 – 5. Learn about our aquatic animals through story, song and a visit with an animal.  Ellis Woodward will be the featured entertainer. 10:00am – 11:30am Baltimore
Sept. 10 Mom n’ Me: Flubber. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC). This is a chance for all pre-schoolers (ages 3-5) and their moms (grandparents) to join us for fun nature activities in and around the Bay. September 10th – Flubber: We'll explore the world of basic chemistry and make our own flubber and read a story. Preregistration is required by calling (301) 238-2737, $6 a child or $8 drop in. 10:00 – 11:00am Edgewater
Sept. 10 Nature Craft. Watkins Nature Center. Children will enjoy hands on nature craft, a story, and meet a featured live animal guest. Reservations required. For ages 3-8. Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3. For more information call 301-218-6702. 10:00am - 11:00am Upper Marlboro
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Sept. 11 Special Summer Storytimes. Clark Elioak Farm. Come share a special story at the farm with your favorite farm animals and storybook characters. Every Tuesday and Thursday through Sept. 19. Books about animals, storybook characters, nursery rhymes and fairytales to delight the children. 11:30am and 1:30 pm Ellicott City
Sept. 11 Tournament of Cards. Brooklyn Park Library. You bring you Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh and other cards to play or trade. We supply the space and the snacks. And everyone has fun! For ages six to 14. Other dates: October 30 and November 6 3:30 – 5:00pm Brooklyn Park
Sept. 11 Stories for Sleepyheads. Annapolis Library. Snuggle down at the library in your comfies! Bring your favorite lovey and enjoy bedtime stories and activities. For ages two to six. 6:30 - 7:30 pm Annapolis
Sept. 11 Parents/Tots Playgroup. Mount Hope Community Center. Children and parents are invited to come play and socialize at our weekly playgroup meeting. Play equipment will be provided. Cost: FREE. For ages 9 mo-Up. 10:00 - 11:30am Sunderland
Sept. 11 Kids Just Want To Have Fun. Calvert Library. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grades. Theme is DOGS. For more information or to register please call 410-535-0291. 2:00pm Prince Frederick
Sept. 11 All Children's Chorus of Annapolis Performance. Annapolis City Dock. Join in for a patriotic sing-along! Bring a picnic and your family for this annual event. Annapolis Harbor at dusk: No fee. For more information call 410-263-9191 or visit www.allcca.com. Dusk Annapolis
Sept. 11 Snakes of Jug Bay. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Find out about habitats and life histories. Teens and Adults. Please register by calling (410) 741-9330. 6:00pm - 8:00pm Lothian
Sept. 11
(Sept. 11-14)
Maryland Horse and Pony Show. Show Place Arena. Enjoy a horse show in a climate-controlled indoor arena. Call for admission information. For more information call 301-952-7999. 8:00am Upper Marlboro
Sept. 11 Family Discovery Hike. Watkins Nature Center. Join a naturalist to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Reservations required. For ages 4 & up. Fee: Resident $1; Non-Resident $2. For more information call 301-218-6702. 10:00 – 11:00am Upper Marlboro
Sept. 11 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. 10:30am - Noon College Park
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Sept. 12
(Sept. 11-14)
Maryland Horse and Pony Show. Show Place Arena. Enjoy a horse show in a climate-controlled indoor arena. Call for admission information. For more information call 301-952-7999. 8:00am Upper Marlboro
Sept. 12 Gymnastics Workshops. Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex. Try something new with the children. Gymnastics workshops provide a safe, fun environment for children to play, and are a great way to introduce your child to our gymnastics facility. Adults must accompany children; a maximum of three children admitted with each adult. Registration begins ½-hour prior to workshop start time, and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages walking-14 years. Fee: $6/child (Adults are FREE and must accompany children.) For more information call 301-583-2400. Other date: Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30. Wednesdays, September 10, 17 & 24. Fridays, September 12, 19 & 26, 4:30-5:30 pm, and Saturdays, September 20 & 27, 1:30-2:30 pm. 4:30pm – 5:30pm Landover
Sept. 12 Evening Paddle. Kings Landing Park. An evening paddle ending at sunset. If you are a novice kayaker this is a great introduction to kayaking.  We will be using our new kayaks to explore the creek near Kings Landing pier. Ages 10 years and older.  For information and reservations call 410-535-5327. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet.  Fee: $10.00/BCNES members $5.00 per person (with paid adult, Children pay members fee).  6:00 - 7:30pm Huntingtown
Sept. 12 The Not So Quiet Crickets. Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. Take an up close look at crickets. Then enjoy a story, then stroll out to the meadow to visit the crickets, and end with a snack.  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. For reservations, call 410-535-5327. Fee per child:  $3.00 ;  BCNES members $1.00. 10:00am – 11:30am Prince Frederick
Sept. 12 Sunset Canoe Excursion. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC). 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. 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. You are not officially registered until we receive your payment. Refunds are not given unless there is a family emergency or an extenuating circumstance. 5:00 - 7:30pm Edgewater
Sept. 12 Teen Time X4. Northeast Community Center. Hang out at NECC on the 2nd Friday of each month and watch movies (ratings up to PG-13), challenge someone to an XBOX 360 game play in the Game Room and of course have some munchies. Bring your own CD’s-NECC will provide the boom box. Cost: FREE. For ages 14-17. 8:00-11:00 p.m. Chesapeake Beach
Sept. 12 Tween Game Night. Calvert Library. For Tweens. Enjoy free pizza and drinks while playing games including the Nintendo Wii! 6:30pm Prince Frederick
Sept. 12 Family Campfire. Watkins Nature Center. Listen to stories around a campfire and enjoy marshmallows. Bring a marshmallow stick. Reservations required. For ages 2 & up. Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3. For more information call 301-218-6702. 7:00pm - 8:30pm Upper Marlboro
Sept. 12 Fridays After Five. Maryland Science Center. Every Friday from September 5 through March 27, the Maryland Science Center is just $8 for admission to its exhibit halls, Planetarium and IMAX Theater on Friday evenings beginning at 5pm or later. One low price covers everything except national touring exhibitions. Children under 3 are always free! 5:00pm Baltimore
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Sept. 13
(Sept. 11-14)
Maryland Horse and Pony Show. Show Place Arena. Enjoy a horse show in a climate-controlled indoor arena. Call for admission information. For more information call 301-952-7999. 8:00am Upper Marlboro
Sept. 13 Egg Drop Price Drop Before Noon. Maryland Science Center. During the Maryland Science Center's Egg Drop Price Drop promotion, visitors arriving before noon on Saturdays will receive a $5 discount on the price of admission–and an egg. Maryland Science Center staff will provides the materials and the "egg-spert" advice to help visitors create their original protective device for the egg, which will be dropped off the balcony of the third floor of the MSC's atrium to see if it can survive the impact of the fall. For more information, go to http://www.mdsci.org/specialevents/eggdrop.html Before Noon Baltimore
Sept. 13
(Sept. 13-14)
Basics of Birding. Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract. For ages 16+. Discussion and walk focusing on bird identification, habitats, and equipment.  This is a two-part series, participants must attend the Saturday lecture followed by the bird walk on Sunday. Reservations are taken by calling 301-497-5887.  10:00am – 12:30pm
continuing at 8:15am -10:15am
Laurel
Sept. 13 Green Hour: Pond Critters. Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. Join other families with children of all ages as we get outside and explore our pond.  We may meet a real live frog, turtle, tadpole or dragonfly!  The pond is full of leaves and mud; a perfect place for animals to hide; so wear clothes that can get dirty! For information and reservations call 410-535-5327. 10:00 - 11:00am Prince Frederick
Sept. 13
(Sept. 13-14)
Grandparents Weekend! Clark Elioak Farm. All grandparents accompanied by a child get free hayrides. Come with your children and grandchildren and see the Enchanted Forest attractions you remember.   Ellicott City
Sept. 13 Contee Farm Blue Bird Hike. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC). Bluebirds are fledging and flying for the fall. Join us for this hike around the new property of the Contee farm and our 42 bluebird boxes. We'll learn about the natural history of bluebirds, search for flying squirrel nests, and more. Suggested for ages 12 and older, $4 a person. Pre-registration is required by calling (301) 238.2737. Wear long pants and bring binoculars if you have them, a limited number are available to borrow. 8:30am - 10:00am Edgewater
Sept. 13 Grand Opening Celebration. Irvine Nature Center. Bring the whole family for two days of free festivities and fun. Experience our new interactive exhibit hall; catch a puppet show; try your hand at traditional Native American games; meet our resident animals; take a guided nature walk; or head over to the main stage to sing and dance with award-winning musical acts. And don’t forget the food! Local and organic treats will abound, prepared by vendors who respect Irvine’s zero-waste goals. No Fee. No pre-registration required. 10:00am - 4:00pm Owings Mills
Sept. 13 Kids Just Want To Have Fun. Southern Library. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. Today's theme is Butterflies. Registration Required. 2:30pm Lusby
Sept. 13 Reggae and Brew. Maryland Zoo. Reggae and Brew at the Zoo offers music, food and drink. This fundraising benefit for The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is a great event unlike any other you've ever been to! We have the infamous Jah Works and 86 the Effort for your entertaining pleasure, plus give-aways, VIP tents, DJ’s, merchants, eating contests, demo's, Baltimore Blast Champions, artisans, and a community favorite, 98 ROCK, URBANITE, and more! Advance Tickets available online NOW. 1:00pm - 6:00pm Baltimore
Sept. 13 Homestead Gardens Car Show. Homestead Gardens. Everyone can participate in Homestead Gardens' Annual Car Show! Live music, awards, food, and more. For more information, or to pre-register your vehicle, call 410-798-5000. 12:00pm - 4:00pm Davidsonville
Sept. 13
(Sept. 13-14)
Kids Fest. B&O Railroad Museum. Watch as staff moves historic rail equipment using the mechanics of the turntable and the simple principle of balance. Demonstrations will take place at 11:30, 1:30, and 3:30 and last approximately 30 minutes. Admission into the museum includes access to the demonstration and a train ride. For more information call 410-752-2462 10:00am - 5:00pm Baltimore
Sept. 13 Young Salts: Let's Find Out What Floats! Calvert Marine Museum. Preregistration required by calling 410-326-2042, ext. 41. 10:00am – noon Solomons
Sept. 13 Canoe/Kayak Club Trip: Mallow's Bay. Calvert Marine Museum. Leader: Zab Krebek, 301-934-8553, zakchris27@hotmail.com. 10:00am
Rain date: Sunday, September 14 at 11:00am
Solomons
Sept. 13 Nature Detectives. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Search for clues like animal tracks. Designed for families with children of all ages. Meet at Wooton's Landing. Note: there are no facilities: carry water and use the restroom before you arrive. Please register by calling (410) 741-9330. 10:00am - Noon Lothian
Sept. 13 Beginning Birdwatching. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Learn about our native songbirds and their habitats. Bring a field guide and binoculars if you have them. Meet at Wooton's Landing. NOTE: There are no facilities at Wooton's Landing, so we recommend you carry water, and use the restroom before you arrive. Free. Appropriate for children over 10 and adults who are beginning birders. Please register by calling (410) 741-9330. 9:00am - 11:00am Lothian
Sept. 13 Wild Berry Hike. Kinder Farm Park. Look at berries, nuts and other fruiting trees, shrubs and vines in the park. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please call 410-222-6115 to register. 4:00pm Millersville
Sept. 13 Family Canoe Trip. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC). Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. We'll look for wildlife, birds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. 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. Pre-registration and payment is required by calling (301) 238.2737. 11:00am - 1:30pm Edgewater
Sept. 13 Creature Feature: All About Reptiles. Watkins Nature Center. See local and exotic snakes, lizards, and turtles. Reservations required. For ages 2 & up. Fee: Resident $1; Non-Resident $2. For more information call 301-218-6702. 10:00am – 11:00am Upper Marlboro
Sept. 13 Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Port Discovery. Join Miss Rosa from PBS Kids for special performances at 11am and 1pm in MPT. Stop by the Oasis at 1pm and 1:30pm for a performance by Emmy winner, Pam Minor, the Kindersinger. Other friends and guests that will be participating include: Best Buy, La Tasca Tapas Restaurant, Arcos Mexican Restaurant, Susquehanna Bank, Bubbles The Clown, The Walters Art Museum, The Museum of Dentistry, the Baltimore Blast, the Baltimore Fire Department and more! Be sure to come early so your family doesn't miss a thing! Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions of Latinos in the United States. It is celebrated from September 15 - October 15. September is the anniversary month of independence for five Latin American countries: Various Times Baltimore
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Sept. 14
(Sept. 13-14)
Basics of Birding. Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract. For ages 16+. Discussion and walk focusing on bird identification, habitats, and equipment.  This is a two-part series, participants must attend the Saturday lecture followed by the bird walk on Sunday. Reservations are taken by calling 301-497-5887.  10:00am – 12:30pm
continuing at 8:15am -10:15am
Laurel
Sept. 14
(Sept. 13-14)
Grandparents Weekend! Clark Elioak Farm. All grandparents accompanied by a child get free hayrides. Come with your children and grandchildren and see the Enchanted Forest attractions you remember.   Ellicott City
Sept. 14
(Sept. 13-14)
Kids Fest. B&O Railroad Museum. Watch as staff moves historic rail equipment using the mechanics of the turntable and the simple principle of balance. Demonstrations will take place at 11:30, 1:30, and 3:30 and last approximately 30 minutes. Admission into the museum includes access to the demonstration and a train ride. For more information call