Things to do with the family this week
Thursday, Sept. 18:
Preschool story time: Kids 2-5 can enjoy songs, stories and activities at 10:30 a.m. at the Cockeysville branch of the Baltimore County Public Library.
Friday, Sept. 19
Child safety seat check: Safety-seat technicians will tell you whether your child is riding as safely as possible, and whether you're complying with new Maryland booster seat law from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Harbor Hospital, 2990 S. Hanover St. Appointments required in advance; call 410-350-2563.
Rainbow Theatre presents Uncle Pete with Kids: See an interactive musical presentation geared to preschoolers and prekindergarteners at 10 a.m. at Slayton House, Wilde Lake Village Center, Columbia. $5 in advance, $6 at the door.
Tot Shabbat: Kids up to 5 years old can celebrate Jewish culture through songs and a snack from 1:15 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Fridays through Dec. 19 at the Light Street branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in South Baltimore.
American Girl gatherings at Barnes and Noble: The downtown branch of the bookstore will have American Girl-themed events at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. today and 10:30 a.m. Saturday, with crafts, book discussions, "tea time" and a boutique. Free.
The Jones Falls annual celebration, now called Rally for the River, is coming up on Sunday...
(Kayakers take part in the 2005 annual celebration of the Jones Falls. Photo by Baltimore Sun photographer Algerina Perna)
Saturday, Sept. 20
Learn about writer Frances E.W. Harper: Kids 6 and up can learn about the works of the 19th century Maryland poet and novelist from 12 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. as the Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates her birthday with the youth group Imagine Our Ancestors. Free with museum admission.
Free yoga classes and more: A new yoga studio, evolvewell, will hold an open house from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., featuring free classes for adults and children and kids' craft sessions. The studio is at 4800 Roland Ave. More details here.
"Seussical The Musical": Pumpkin Theatre presents a show full of Dr. Seuss’ most famous characters, including the Cat in the Hat, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. today and Sunday at the Hannah More Arts Center at St. Timothy’s School, 8400 Greenspring Ave., Baltimore. $12 in advance, $13 at the door.
Sunday, Sept. 21
Rally for the River: Formerly the Jones Falls Valley Celebration, this annual event closes the northbound lanes of I-83 for biking, hiking, skating, kayaking and more around the Jones Falls from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Adults $5; kids 17 and under free. Registration required; you can do it online (and get more details) here.
Learn about honeybees: Kids 7and up can learn about bee behavior and get a look at the honeybee hive from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills. $6 members, $8 nonmembers.
Bel Air Festival for the Arts: Shop for handmade crafts, watch performers and take part in children's activities from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Shamrock Park on Hickory Avenue in Bel Air. Free. Learn more here.
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I'm probably going to be heading up to New Freedom, Pa., tomorrow for the New Freedom Fest with my two boys. The event is 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and includes kid games and face painting, as well as live music, a pet parade, and more. There is also a free outdoor movie at dusk, "National Treasure." Check out the New Freedom Heritage Web site for more info: www.newfreedomheritage.org.
Posted by: CKisMom | September 19, 2008 11:51 AM