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The Playful Parent

The Playful Parent was created in 2016 as a blog to share the joys and craziness of parenting. The founder of The Playful Parent is a full time domestic energizer and has a Bachelors from Marymount University and a Masters in Clinical Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.

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    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS 

    8:00 AM-8:00 PM
    12/15/2019-12/18/2019
    EDWARD T HALL AQUATIC CENTER
    130 Auto Dr, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
    http://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397

    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS
    Weekend Hours: Saturday 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 8:00pm

    Weekly hours:  Monday – Friday 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 8:00pm

    Location: Edward T Hall Aquatic Center, Prince Frederick, MD
    Details: Enjoy this special children’s pool that features a zero depth entry up to 3 feet depth heated pool with slides, climbing features, and water drop buckets.

    **Leisure pool will close from 4:00pm – 7:00pm for swim lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays**

    Website: http://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397

    Playful Parent Guide:https://theplayfulparent.org/2017/01/22/edward-t-hall-aquatic-center-our-little-trip-to-paradise/

    BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - HOLLYWOOD VFD

    8:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/breakfast-with-santa-hollywood-vfd/

    BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Location: Hollywood VFD

    Details: Breakfast includes: scrambled eggs, fried potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, gravy and biscuits, cinnamon apples, assorted juice, and coffee. $12 , $6 for ages 6-12 and 5 and under free!!

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: $

    Link

    BREAKFAST WITH THE GRINCH

    8:00 AM-1:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/breakfast-with-the-grinch-2/

    BREAKFAST WITH THE GRINCH

    Date: December 15 2019

    Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    Location: Tall Timbers Marina

    Details:  Breakfast with Santa is boring, come to Tall Timbers Marina and you can have breakfast with everyone’s favorite mischievous Christmas character, the Grinch! Mark your calendars and be sure to bring the whole family on Sunday, December 15 from 8 am – 1 pm. And don’t forget to get your photo with the Grinch, suitable for for framing, of course! Breakfast buffet is $10.95 per adult and $5.95 for children under 10 (includes your photo). To make reservations, please email info@talltimbersmarinasomd.com, include your names, number in your party, requested time, and a contact number.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: $

    Link

    KRIS KRINGLE MARKET

    10:00 AM-3:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kris-kringle-market-3-2-3/

    KRIS KRINGLE MARKET

    Date/Time:

    • December 13 , 2019 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    • December 14 , 2019 @ 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • December 15 , 2019 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Location: Charles County Fair Grounds

    Details: Modeled after the famous markets in Germany, this annual event at the fairgrounds offers light displays, holiday food, handmade crafts from local artists and crafters, children activities, shopping, music, and much more. Activities will include Santa’s arrival, Christmas tree lighting, Strolling Carolers, music from local school choruses and bands, an array of sales by local non-profit groups such as the Boy Scouts, children’s activities run by the 4H club, a lighted holiday path and Christmas Village. The McConchie School House will also be open. The launch of this family-friendly event several years ago was a great success! The Charles County Fair Board and Christmas Market committee want to encourage locals and visitors alike to come out to enjoy the music, shopping, and tasty Christmas treats.We will have fresh holiday decorations available for purchase from local greens collected from local yards and fields. This year, we will again be having winter fireworks! The official tree lighting and arrival of Santa Claus will be held on Friday, December 13th at 5:00 pm. The fireworks will be held at 6:00 pm on Saturday!

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: Admission $3.00

    Facebook Event Link

    Link

    SANTA PHOTO TIME

    10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/santa-photo-time/

    SANTA PHOTO TIME

    Location:St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD

    Santa is returning to St. Charles Towne Center from his long nap at the North Pole! Visit him in Macy’s Court! (Remember, Santa Breaks to Feed His Reindeer Throughout the Day…Monday through Friday 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM; Sunday: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM).

    His schedule is below, however you can always skip the line and register for your photos in advance at: https://www.santasfastpass.com/scheduling/5912-st-charles-towne-center

    Santa Photo Schedule:
    Week of November 11th to November 17th:
    Friday, November 15th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Saturday, November 16th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Sunday, November 17th from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Week of November 18th to November 24th:
    Monday, November 18th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Tuesday, November 19th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Wednesday, November 20th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Thursday, November 21st from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Friday, November 22nd from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Saturday, November 23rd from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Sunday, November 24th from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Week of November 25th to December 1st:
    Monday, November 25th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Tuesday, November 26th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Wednesday, November 27th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Thursday, November 28th CLOSED (Santa will not be at St. Charles Towne Center for Thanksgiving Day)
    Friday, November 29th from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Saturday, November 30th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Sunday, December 1st from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Week of December 2nd to December 8th:
    Monday, December 2nd from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Tuesday, December 3rd from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Wednesday, December 4th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Thursday, December 5th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Friday, December 6th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
    Saturday, December 7th from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sunday, December 8th from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    Week of December 9th to December 15th:
    Monday, December 9th from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
    Tuesday, December 10th from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
    Wednesday, December 11th from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
    Thursday, December 12th from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
    Friday, December 13th from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Saturday, December 14th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Sunday, December 15th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

    Week of December 16th to December 22nd:
    Monday, December 16th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Tuesday, December 17th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Wednesday, December 18th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Thursday, December 19th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Friday, December 20th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Saturday, December 21st from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
    Sunday, December 22nd from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

    Monday, December 23rd from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

    Christmas Eve:
    Tuesday, December 24th from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    Christmas Day:
    Wednesday, December 25th CLOSED

    OPEN PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE

    10:00 AM-7:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/family-skate-night-2/

    PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE

    Dates/Times: 
    • Sunday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    • Monday Closed
    • Tuesday 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    • Wednesday 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    • Thursday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 2:30 – 4:30 PM
    • Friday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Location: Capital Clubhouse- 3033 Waldorf Market Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603
    Details: Open Skate schedule for Capital Club House. Please keep in mind that this is a recurring event; always check the Capital Club House calendar first before attending.
    Cost: Admission $8 Rentals $4 
    Event Link

    COOKIES WITH CLAUSES

    11:00 AM-5:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/cookies-with-clauses/

    COOKIES WITH CLAUSES

    Date: December 14 & 15,  2019

    Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    Location: NRC Solomons ***BASE ACCESS ONLY**

    Details:

    Why just sit on Santa’s lap when you can interact with Santa & Mrs. Clause?! At Cookies with the Clauses, children have the opportunity to interact with and have a story read to them by Santa & Mrs. Clause. Building lasting memories at Cookies with the Clauses!

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    www.NavyMWRSolomons.com/events

    HOLIDAY MARKET AND EXHIBIT

    11:00 AM-4:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/holiday-market-and-exhibit/

    HOLIDAY MARKET AND EXHIBIT
    Dates: November 1 through December 15, 2019

    Time:  The Gallery (art for sale) and Gift Shop is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

    Location:  Mattawoman Creek Art Center, Smallwood State Park, 2750 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, MD

    Cost:  Free (Open to the Public)

    Mattawoman Creek Art Center presents, “Holiday Market and Small Works Exhibition.” Featuring artists MCAC Member and Non-Member in arts and crafts. The Artist Reception is November 3, 2019, from 1-4 p.m. For more information, call Mattawoman Creek Art Center at 301-743-5159 (office is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.), visit www.mattawomanart.org, or email mattawomanart@aol.com.

    Check out our Facebook page at:  www.Facebook.com/mattawomanart/

    SECRET SANTA SHOP

    12:30 PM-2:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/secret-santa-shop/

    SECRET SANTA SHOP

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Location: Cobb Island VFD

    Details: SANTA’s Secret Shop  Sunday December 15, 2019. Santa’s Secret Shop opens at 12:30pm for children to be able to shop for their immediate family. Santa will arrive at 1pm to meet and talk with all the children.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

    HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

    1:00 PM-3:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/grinch-first-friday-2/

    HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Time:  100 PM

    Location: ARTFUL PLAY HOUSE

    Details: Holiday art projects for kids!

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

    SANTA AT KOHLS

    1:00 PM-3:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/santa-at-kohls/

    SANTA AT KOHLS

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    Location: Kohl’s – St Charles Towne Center

    Details: The store had a poster up saying Santa would visit. There should be sales and giveaways for Barbie.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

     

    HOLIDAY PAINT PARTY - ST CHARLES TOWNE CENTER

    1:00 PM-4:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/breakfast-with-santa-st-charles-towne-center-2-2-2/

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Time: 1:00 P,M

    Location: St. Charles Towne Center

    Details: Families can enjoy the holiday season by joining us for our Holiday Canvas Painting Party on Saturday, December 21, from 1-4PM. Wonderfully Made4You will be walking you through the process to create your holiday masterpiece! The fee of $5 per person to paint one glass item and $10 per person to paint one canvas will be paid directly to the vendor, Wonderfully Made 4 U.This event will be held on the lower level in center court around the 30 foot Christmas tree.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

     

    CHILDREN'S CHOIR PERFORMANCE

    3:00 PM-3:30 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/childrens-choir-performance/

    CHILDREN’S CHOIR PERFORMANCE

    Date: December 15 2019

    Time: 3:00 PM

    Location: Center Court- St. Charles Towne Center , Waldorf, MD

    Details: We have been invited to perform a few of our Christmas songs at the mall! We will be performing in front of Macy’s Home Store. Please arrive by 2:40 PM

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

    CHRISTMAS CAROL - BLACK BOX THEATER

    3:00 PM-5:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/christmas-carol-black-box-theater-2/

    CHRISTMAS CAROL

    DateTime:

    • December 6, 7, 13, 14 @ 8:00 PM
    • December 8 & 15 @  3:00 PM

    Location: Black Box Theater, Indian Head, MD

    Details: ***NON TRADITIONAL VERSION*** The Indian Head Black Box Players are Proud to Present this fun Holiday Romp Join us as we follow the Farndale Avenue Estate Townswomen as they attempt to put on A Christmas Carol. You’re sure to laugh this Holiday Season. Don’t miss this performance directed by JR Cook.
    Tickets are on sale now.
    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: Adult: $15 Senior/Student/Military: $12

    Link

    NEWTOWNE PLAYERS PRESENTS - A SEUSSIFIED CHRISTMAS CAROL

    3:30 PM-5:30 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/newtowne-players-presents-a-seussified-christmas-carol-2/

    NEWTOWNE PLAYERS PRESENTS – A SEUSSIFIED CHRISTMAS CAROL

    Date: November 29, 2019 – December 15, 2019

    Fridays & Saturdays 8:00 PM
    Saturdays & Sundays 3:30 PM
    There are no Thursday performances for this show.

    Location:

    Details: A whimsical reinvention of Dickens’ most beloved Christmas story in wacky rhymed couplets. With zoot fruited juices and binka bird geese, from Bed-Headed Fred to Timmy Loo Hoo, this tale of glorious holiday cheer is like something Dr. Seuss might have come up with — if he ever had his way with the story.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: General Admission Play:  Adults $15, Seniors/Students/Military $12, Children $10

    Ticket Link  (SHOWS SELL OUT – PURCHASE  BEFORE GOING)

    Link

    SUNDAY FUN DAY AT AMF

    6:00 PM-10:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/sunday-fun-day-at-amf/

    SUNDAY FUN DAY AT AMF

    Date: Sunday’s

    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location: AMF Waldorf

    Details: The fun begins after 6pm! Discover the most entertaining way to end your weekend—with $3 games and arcade card deals all night long.

    Subject to lane availability

    Event Type: Family Fun

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost:

    • $3 GAMES OF BOWLING
    • $3 FOR A $6 ARCADE CARD

    Event Link

    Mom, Dad, and two kids looking very excited

    SANTA NIGHT AT ANNMARIE GARDENS

    6:00 PM-8:00 PM
    12/15/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/snow-princess-night-at-annmarie-gardens-2/

    SANTA NIGHT AT ANNMARIE GARDENS

    Date: December 15, 2019

    Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    Location: Annmarie Gardens

    Details: Enjoy Garden in Lights. Meet and Great with Snow Princesses!

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: Admission to Garden in Lights

    Link

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The Playful Parent was created by Kristy a mother of two energetic boys. She has a Bachelors degree with a interest in Secondary Education and Masters in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. “I believe that children learn through play! I love to do fun things with my children and hope that sharing our adventures provides other families with inspiration and resources that lead to quality time together and a love for learning!” This non profit 501c3 organization was started so parents would have a family friendly place to come to, feel supported and leave with information that is useful. This site is kept advertisement and influence free in order to keep the site from clutter and bias opinion. Your support, feedback, likes and comments are essential; this site was designed to connect the community. The Playful Parent offers resources such as guides, calendars and ideas for making learning fun. In addition, TPP is present in the community and hosts a handful of events to support SOMD in raising healthy families.

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