Family activities in Maryland this weekend
This weekend brings us Dollar Days at Ladew Topiary Gardens on Sunday (details after the jump), and the CityLit Festival and Privateer Day on Saturday, among other events. (You can find out more about Privateer Day in our story today.)
Here's our short list of fun stuff, with help from intern Lindsey Citron:
Thursday, April 16:
Fabulous food circle times: Learn facts about the different eating habits and foods with games, stories, and activities, Port Discovery, 35 Market Place, Baltimore, 11:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Ages: 2- 10, Free with admission, Call 410-727-8120 or visit portdiscovery.org.
Constellations and Cultures: Learn about the history and evolution of constellations in different cultures throughout the past, Carroll County Public Library, Eldersburg branch, 7 p.m., Age 7+, Free, Call 410-386-4488 or visit library.carr.org.
Friday, April 17:
Cool Tunes for Kids: Learn "The Elephant Song" along with others at the Baltimore County Public Library's Rosedale Branch. 10:30 a.m. Ages 6 and under with adult. Free. Call 410-887-0513 or visit bcpl.info.
Preschool storytime: Read stories, learn songs and play games at the Baltimore County Public Library's Reisterstown branch. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 with adult. Free. Call 410-887-1165 or visit bcpl.info.
More Saturday...
Saturday, April 18:
The CityLit Festival takes place at the Enoch Pratt Library. The Read Street blog has more details. Here's one event that may appeal to children and families: The newly re-formed Handel Children’s Choir of Baltimore performs a free concert at 10:30 a.m. Saturday during the festival There will be information about auditions for the choir at the concert. Call 410-753-2958.
Saturday afternoon hikes: Take a hike around the Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park trails. Wear boots or closed-toed shoes and bring water. Carrie Murray Nature Center Parking Lot, 1901 Ridgetop Road, Baltimore, 2-3 p.m. Ages 12+. $1. Reservations required 24 hours in advance. Call 410-396-0440 or visit baltimorecity.gov/recnparks.
Recall like Chagall: Learn about the artist and create your own Chagall-inspired masterpiece at the Baltimore County Public Library's Cockeysville branch. 2 p.m. For elementary school-aged children. Free. Registration required. Call 410-887-7750 or visit bcpl.info.
Babysitter training course: Participate in an all-day training program that issues American Red Cross babysitting certification at the Baltimore County Public Library's Hereford branch, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 11-17. Call 410-887-1919 or visit bcpl.info. Free; bring a bag lunch.
Swing dance for teens: Learn to swing dance with an instructor at the Baltimore County Public Library's North Point Branch. 2 p.m. Ages 13+, Free; registration required, Call 410-887-7255 or visit bcpl.info.
Earth Day Celebration: Celebrate the earth with eco-friendly activities, demonstrations, food and exhibits at St. Martins-in-the-field Day School, 375 Benfield Road, Severna Park. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All ages. Free. Call 410-647-7055 or visit stmartinsdayschool.org.
Sunday, April 19:
Dollar Days: Visit Ladew Gardens for a reduced fee and enjoy the spring flowers, house and cafe, Also take advantage on membership deals, Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, 10:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., $1, $5 additional to see house, Call 410-557-9570 or visit LadewGardens.com.
Mining History Hike: Take part in a nearly two-mile hike through the Choate chromium mine to learn about its history. Pan sand and explore. Start at the Visitor’s Center, Soldier’s Delight Environment Area, 5100 Deer Park Road, Owings Mills. 2-4:30 p.m., All ages. Free; donations welcome. Call 410-922-3044.
(Photo courtesy of Ladew Topiary Gardens)
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Comments
I noticed that the Babysitting Training course at the Hereford Library has the word "cost" in its description. Just to clarify, the course is free and the participants must bring a bag lunch.
Thanks so much for noticing and clarifying that. I've made the changes in the entry as well.
Posted by: Erin Gambrill | April 16, 2009 1:38 PM
I just have to let you know...I so look forward to receiving your weekend list of things to do in Maryland! I get lots of monthly publications that I go through page by page but I just love how quick, concise, practical and widespread the offerings are (widespread meaning cost variations and various venues near and far).
For those of you who have never been to Ladew Gardens -- $1 is a great opportunity to get in and see this beautiful place!
Thanks Kate for all of your hard work!
Thanks to you for reading!
Posted by: Laura | April 16, 2009 5:58 PM