Family fun this weekend
If Fourth of July went by too quickly for you and yours, check out the free tour for kids at the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Museum on Saturday. Here's more to do with the family from intern Kayla Cross:
Thursday, July 9:
Chesapeake Bay Critters: Learn more about the Chesapeake Bay’s animals with Richard Anderson, of the Snyder Foundation for Animals, at the Taneytown branch of the Carroll County Public Library. Get a chance to view preserved animals up close. This event is free, and starts at 1:30 p.m. It is open to ages 6 and up. Children must be registered to participate. Go to library.carr.org or call 410-386-4488.
Duct Tape Flip-Flops: Break out the creative juices and make unique summer shoes at the Savage branch of the Howard County Library. Bring your own duct tape! This event is for ages 11-17 and they must be registered ahead of time. It is free and lasts from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Go to hclibrary.org or call 410-880-5975 to register.
National Summer Learning Day: There are events taking place throughout Maryland this Thursday, in honor of National Summer Learning Day. Check summerlearning.org/summerlearningday for more information on local events.
Friday, July 10:
Disc Golf: Head out to Patapsco Valley State Park for a disc golf clinic, and learn more about the sport. Children, ages 9 and up, are welcome to come to the McKeldin area of the park and participate. Bring good walking shoes and water. This event is free and lasts from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. To sign up, call 410-984-7020.
Caribbean Carnival Festival: Celebrate the Caribbean heritage in a festival this weekend, through July 12, in Druid Hill Park The festival will feature a colorful parade on Saturday, as well as Caribbean food and crafts throughout the weekend. General admission is $10, and children under 12 get in for free.The event will last from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, and noon to 9 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.
The rest of the weekend has more:
Saturday, July 11:
Fifteen Stars, Fifteen Stripes, Fifteen and Under Free!: The second Saturday of every month the Star Spangled Banner Flag House lets children, ages 15 and under, tour the museum for free. The museum is located at the site of Mary Pickersgill’s house, where the first American flag was made. The event lasts from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Teddy Bear Picnic: Kids can bring their teddy bears to this event at Port Discovery. The day will be full of activities, such as face painting and Moonbounce adventures. Tickets to the museum are required; $12.95 for ages 2 and up. The event lasts from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m and is recommended for ages 5 and under.
Howard County Pow-Wow/American Indian Show & Festival: Honor the American Indian heritage in this two-day event at the Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friendship. The festival features American Indian dance, food and crafts. Tickets are $6-$8 and the event lasts from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Star-Gazing: Hercules’ Mighty Armpit Returns: Enjoy a star-filled night with the Westminster Astronomy Club at Soldiers Delight of Patapsco Valley State Park. This event is free, open to all ages and lasts from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. To sign up, call 410-549-3026.
Sunday, July 12:
Second Sundays at Leakin Park: Come out for fun for all ages at Leakin Park. Children can ride miniature trains from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and adults can go hiking at 1 p.m. or tour the grounds from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The events are free.
Summer Fun Day: Step on up to the fun and games at Steppingstone Museum in Havre de Grace. Admission is $5 and includes lawn mower racing, face painting, frog jumping and more. The event lasts from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Living history performers at a Flag House Museum festival, 2007. Colby Ware/Special to the Baltimore Sun.
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