Things to do this week
Our latest short list of things to do has lots of Easter fun, as well as a Purim event and some art activities. For more Easter doings, visit our holiday roundup.
If we've missed something important you'd like people to know about, please tell us in a comment below. Events can be sent to Jennifer Choi, who compiles this list.
Today (March 20):
Plant a Miniature Garden: Bring your own clean, clear 2-liter plastic soda bottle to the Hamilton branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, 5910 Harford Road. 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6- 12. Free. 410-396-6088.
Wee Workers Toddler Program: Planting Seeds program includes songs, crafts, stories and gallery tours. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway. 2:30- 3:30 p.m. Ages 2- 5 years. $5 adults. Children free. Reservations required. 410-727-4808, ext.113.
Drop-by ArtCarts and Map Projects: Art activities for the whole family. The Walters Art Gallery, 600 N. Charles St. Free. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. 410-547-9000.
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Friday (March 21):
Children’s Purim Celebration: The event includes a costume parade and a mini-carnival. Children are encouraged to dress in costume. Temple Emanuel Learning Center, 909 Berrymans Lane, Reisterstown. 11 a.m. - noon, Ages 2-5 with adult. Free. 410-517-2837.
"Nature's Music": Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, hosts nature stories and crafts 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Ages 2-4 with adult. $5-$10 per child. Reservations required. 410-557-9570, ext. 26.
Drop-by ArtCarts and Map Projects: Art activities for the whole family. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St., Baltimore. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. 410-547-9000.
Saturday (March 22):
"Easter EGGstravaganza": Face painting, moon bounce, prizes, live music and 15,000 plastic Easter eggs 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Freedom Park, 935 Raincliffe Road, Sykesville. Free. 443-286-6968.
"Breakfast with Bunny": This annual event includes a family breakfast on the Mansion House Porch of the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Druid Hill Park, free pictures, animal encounters, conservation talks, crafts and games. 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Reservations required. $25-$40. $10 for children 2 and younger. 410-366-5466.
"Mary Sue Bunny BonanZOO Egg Hunt": From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. children can hunt for Easter eggs and win prizes at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Druid Hill Park. Free with admission. 410-366-5466.
Easter Egg Hunt: Contests, 4H Rabbit presentation, games and a visit by the Easter bunny. Egg Hunts for ages 3-10 years old. Cromwell Valley Park, Sherwood Farm, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Road. 10 a.m.- noon. Free. 410-887-2503.
Community Easter Egg Hunt - Activities include storytime, crafts, and face painting. Harvester Baptist Church, 9605 Old Annapolis Road, Ellicott City. 10:00 a.m.- noon. Free. Ages 2-12. 410-997-4992.
Easter Egg Hunt: Crafts and egg hunt 10 a.m. at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland, 4701 N. Charles St. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. For children 10 years and younger. $5 per child. 410-532-3184.
Baysox Free Family FunFest: This event, in its ninth year, ushers in the Bowie ball club’s coming season with inflatable games; rides; carnival activities; a visit by Louie, the team’s mascot; and free samples of ballpark food. Children also get unlimited access to the Kids Park’s various entertainment, including a moon bounce and carousel. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (rain or shine) at Prince George’s Park, 4101 N.E. Crain Highway, Bowie. Free. 301-805-6000.¶
Sunday (March 23): ¶
"Breakfast with Bunny": See Saturday's listing.
"Mary Sue Bunny BonanZOO Egg Hunt": See Saturday's listing
Free Family Sundays: Colorful Cloth: Matisse's Textiles: Hands-on art workshops, gallery tours, and more. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 2 p.m. Free. 443-573-1700.
Family Easter Day Skate and Bowl Party: Easter egg hunt and visit by Easter bunny. Shake and Bake Bowling Center, 1601 Pennsylvania Ave. Noon-8 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for children. Skate rental and bowling additional. 410-669-9100.
(Sun file photo by Chiaki Kawajiri, 2007)
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