Things to do this week
Can it really be time already to sit on Santa's lap? He'll be coming to some of our local malls starting...today.
You can also visit with the Grinch today. And if it's too early for Christmas for you, there are other things to do:
Thursday, Nov. 13:
Santa’s Arrival at Marley Station Mall: Come visit with Santa; first 500 children to arrive receive a holiday gift. Marley Station Mall, 7900 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie, 7 p.m. Children of all ages. 410-760-5990, shopmarleystation.com.
The Grinch Visits the Enoch Pratt Library: Listen to a story read by the Grinch himself and get the chance to meet him at 3 p.m. at the Northwood branch of the Enoch Pratt Library, 4420 Loch Raven Blvd. Ages 6-12. Free. Call 410-396-6076 to register, prattlibrary.org.
Little Stars: "Bricks and Boards": Learn about architecture of the 1800s through hands-on activities, readings, and crafts today and Saturday at the Star Spangled Banner Flag House, 844 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore. 11 a.m.-noon. Ages 3-5 with adult. Free. Reservation required, 410-837-1793, flaghouse.org
Nature Storytime: Enjoy a nature-themed story and a related craft at 11 a.m. at Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville. Free. Reservation required, 410-836-3050, edenmill.org.
On Friday, you can see Goldilocks and the Three Bears...
(AP Photo/The Jackson Sun, Devin Wagner)
Friday, Nov. 14:
"Goldilocks and the Three Bears" and "Nursery Rhyme and Rhythm" will be presented by the Kaydee Puppets Company at 10 a.m. at Slayton House Rainbow Theater, Wilde Lake Community Association, Columbia Ages 2-5. $5 in advance, $6 at the door. Call 410-730-3987 ext. 17, or visit www.columbiavillages.org/wildelake.
Teen Friday Afterhours: Take part in activities from watching anime to discussing books at the Whiteford branch of the Harford County Public Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Ages 10+. Free. 410-638-3608, hcplonline.info.
Twilight Party: Attend a party in celebration of the vampire-themed book and anticipation of upcoming movie, including games, music, and snacks, at 7 p.m. at the Carroll County Public Library in Eldersburg. Ages 11-17. Free. 410-386-4488, library.carr.org.
Saturday, Nov. 15:
Money for college: Learn the basics of financing a college education with scholarships, loans, and grants with financial aid counselor Roger Lettie, from 1-2:30 p.m. at the West County branch of the Anne Arundel County Public Library. Ages 13+. Free, 410-222-6277, aacpl.net.
How to Survive a Black Hole: Create-your-own neuron star, lessons on the galaxy, and solar observation presented by Westminster Astronomical Society, Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg, 2 p.m. Ages 6+. Free. 410-386-4488, library.carr.org.
Dino Day at the Maryland Science Center: Watch a live reptile show, search for fossils, excavate, and make dino-themed crafts from noon-4 p.m. at the Maryland Science Center, 601 Light Street, Baltimore, 12-4 p.m., Kids of all ages. Free with regular admissions prices. 410-685-5225, marylandsciencecenter.org.
Sunday, Nov. 16:
Free Family Sunday: Sit Yourself Down: Construct a chair at The Baltimore Museum of Art, N. 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, 2 p.m., Family fun, Free, Registration not required, 443-573-1700.
Silver Turtles: Learn to make easy and nutritious meals by cooking in foil on coals at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ages 8-adult (8-10 with adult). $5, Registration required. 410-612-1688, otterpointcreek.org.
Comments
Roswell Encina of the Enoch Pratt Free Library writes in with this addition, with details on a Saturday event and more to come:
The Grinch was just the beginning. This weekend is the official kick-off to our Children's Book Celebration (Saturday, Nov 15, 10am- 3pm at the Central Library).
The celebration will have a lot of fun activities for the whole family including storytime with Baltimore Police Commissioner Frederick Bealefeld at noon. Some members of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will also be performing at 12:30.
Posted by: Kate Shatzkin | November 13, 2008 12:02 PM
One more event for Saturday:
The Polar Express: Get the little ones into the holiday spirit with a viewing of The Polar Express at the National Aquarium's 4-D Immersion Theatre. $4 added to regular museum admission, with shows running daily from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 410-576-3800, aqua.org
Posted by: Kate Shatzkin | November 14, 2008 9:58 AM