Weekend family fun
It's Artscape weekend, of course, and there will be things for kids to see and do, including the Target Family Art Park.
You can also celebrate National Ice Cream Day today at the Govans library (like you need an excuse to eat ice cream....)
Here's more from intern Kayla Cross:
Thursday, July 16:
Bushido: Learn the way of the samurai warrior at the Central branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. See a demonstration of kendo, a modern take on samurai swordsmanship. This event is free and lasts from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. For children between the ages of 6 and 12.
National Ice Cream Month: Celebrate the joys of ice cream at the Govans branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. All ages are invited to make sundaes with as many toppings as possible! This event is free and starts at 4 p.m.
Magician Mike Ross Presents: Head out to the Darlington branch of the Harford County Public Library for an evening with Magician Mike Ross. Enjoy sleight-of-hand tricks, comedy and other magical activities. This event is free for all ages and starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Wilson Community Center.
Friday, July 17:
Friday Floating Feasts: Start the weekend with dinner on the water at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center. Take the family for a trip on the Water Strider pontoon boat for dinner and fun. This event is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and requires participants to weigh more than 30 pounds. Call 410-612-1688 to register. Tickets are $10 per person, or $35 per family (limit 5 people per family).
Saturday, July 18:
Walk, Wonder & Create Family Tour: Stars on Parade: Learn the symbols of good luck and celebration in the Chinese and Japanese culture. Experience a Tanabata Parade and create paper wishes. Parents and children can take a 45-minute tour at the Walters Art Museum and then create artwork based on the exhibits. This event is free, but requires online pre-registration at thewalters.org.
Self defense for young women: This event is for young women, ages 12-14, to learn more about both physical and psychological self defense. The discussions will also include information about self esteem and self image. This event is $30 per person and is being held at the Columbia Medical Center from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Registration is required. Go to www.hcgh.org or call 410-740-7601.
Riviera Beach Turtle Race Classic: Enjoy a turtle race with the whole family at the Riviera Beach branch of the Anne Arundel Public Library. It starts at 10 a.m. and is free. Register your turtle at the library or at 410-222-6285.
Super Saturday- Tortoise and Hare Day: Take the children, stuffed bunnies and turtles in tow, out to Port Discovery for a fun day or demonstrations and crafts. In a combination of live animals, props and volunteers children can learn how an animal survives. This event lasts from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Regular admission required and is $12.95. Children under 2 get in free.
A Sign-A-Long Sing-A-Long: Learn more about the world of American Sign Language at the Pikesville branch of the Baltimore Public Library. All ages are welcome to come and experience ASL through music and stories. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free and starts at 2 p.m.
Jeweled Out!: Teenagers, ages 11 to 17, are invited to make jewelry at the Arbutus branch of the Baltimore County Public Library. This event is free and starts at 2 p.m. Registration required; call 410-887-1451.
(Photo courtesy of the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts)
