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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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    HOMESCHOOL DAY- HUMANE SOCIETY

    12:00 AM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/homeschool-day-humane-society-2-2-2-2/

    HOME SCHOOL DAY

    Date: Monthly Event – 2nd Friday of the Month

    Time: 10:00 AM

    Location: Humane Society

    Details: Register for the following homeschool days that include educational programming and lunch.

    Event Type: Educational

    Age Group: K-8th Grade

    Cost: $15 Per Child

    Event Link

    SANTA PHOTO TIME

    10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    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

    LITTLE JUMPER- PUMP IT UP

    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    PUMP IT UP
    109 Post Office Road B, Waldorf, MD 20602
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/little-jumper-pump-it-up-4-2-2/

    Little Jumpers
    Date :  Most Monday’s, Wednesday’s & Friday’s (Always check their calendar or call first)
    Time : 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Location: Pump It Up Waldorf
    Details : This special open jump is for our guests aged 1-6 years old only. If you’re worried about older kids running around the smaller ones, this is the perfect time for your little jumpers. Our designated toddler area is for 1yrs-3yrs only. 2 yrs-6yrs are allowed to jump on the inflatables. Daycares are more than welcome to participate in Little Jumpers. We ask that if you are going to bring more than 5 participants that you call ahead to let us know.
    Cost: $5.00 per child
    Information: https://www.pumpitupparty.com/waldorf-md/calendar/

    ***ALWAYS CHECK THE SCHEDULE OR CALL FIRST TO MAKE SURE LITTLE JUMPERS IS STILL ON THE CALENDAR. ***

    OPEN PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE

    10:00 AM-7:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    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

    DROP IN FREE PLAY- UNIQUE SPORTS

    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    UNIQUE SPORTS ACADEMY
    109 Post Office Rd, Waldorf, MD 20602
    http://www.uniquesportsacademy.com

    DROP IN FREE PLAY
    Date: TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS
    Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Description: Come join Unique Gym for their drop in free play. Lots of fun for your little ones including, obstacle courses, foam pit, trampoline time. These are just some of the activities your child will enjoy. Parent participation is required during floor activities. No registration required to participate in the fun.
    Location: Unique Sports Academy
    Event Type: Parent/Child
    Age Group(s): 2-5
    Registration: Not Required
    Cost: $5 for ONE HOUR/ $10 for TWO HOURS per child.
    More Information: www.uniquesportsacademy.com

     

    OPEN PLAY EVERY DAY

    10:00 AM-3:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    FAMILY PLACE TO PLAY
    3443 Rockefeller Ct, Waldorf, MD 20602
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/open-play-every-day/

    Date/Time
    • Mon-Tues: CLOSED
    • Wed-Thurs: 10am-3pm
    • Fri-Sat: 10am -8pm
    • Sunday 12pm-6pm

    Location: Family Place to Play, 3443 Rockefeller Dr. Waldorf, MD
    Details:  Family Place to Play Fun Center is a large indoor playground that can accommodate private parties and also is a great place to bring kids to play. Open Play provides many different ways for kids to be stimulated both physically and mentally.
    Event Type: Free Play
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: $11 (2 Hours)/ 2 and under $6.60
    Registration: Drop- In Welcome

    Link
    SECOND LOCATION OPEN FOR PARTIES AND EVENTS

    TOTSICLES

    10:00 AM-11:00 AM
    12/13/2019
    CAPITAL CLUB HOUSE
    3033 Waldorf Market Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603
    https://www.charlescountyparks.com

    TOTSICLES
    Date: FRIDAY’S ONGOING (Call first on holiday’s to double check the schedule)
    Time: 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM
    Description: A half-hour of self-paced orientation to movement on ice, followed by a cup of hot cocoa and a story read aloud in our warm lobby. Stickers for all after storytime! Children may wear skates or shoes for snow and ice (no smooth-sole or open-toe shoes). Adults wear shoes for snow and ice.
    Location: Capital Club House
    Event Type: Parent/Child
    Age Group(s): 2-5
    Registration: Not Required
    Cost: $10 (2018 Price Change)
    More Information: https://www.charlescountyparks.com

    JUMPNASTIC DROP IN

    11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    ELITE GYM
    2745 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD 20601
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/elite-gym-parent-toddler-drop-in-3-2/

    JUMPNASTIC DROP IN

    Date: Monday, Wednesday & Friday

    ***Always call to confirm this event is taking place. Sometimes they are canceled last minute. Center follows school closure schedule.***

    Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Location: Elite Gymnastics, Waldorf, MD 20603
    Details: Spend quality time with your little one while they develop body awareness, balance, fitness, listening, and social skills using gymnastics equipment.
    Ages Group: 6 months-5 yrs old
    Cost: $5 Per child
    Link

    WEEKLY STORY TIME - WHITE RABBIT

    11:00 AM-2:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/weekly-story-time-white-rabbit/

    WEEKLY STORY TIME

    Date: Wednesday’s & Friday’s

    Time: 11:00 AM

    Location: White Rabbit Children’s Book Store

    Details: Come in on Wednesdays or Fridays for story-time. Themes and ages vary to accommodate attendees.

    Wednesday & Friday at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm (except Holidays)

    Event Type: Story Time

    Age Group:All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS 

    12:00 PM-9:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    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/

    HOME SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL DAY

    2:00 PM-4:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/home-school-educational-day/

    HOME SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL DAY

    Date: FRIDAYS – November 8, 2019 – December 13, 2019

    Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Location: Eagle’s Nest Farm

    Details: Free introduction meet the ponies, crafts, cookies, hot chocolate, maybe we will have pony rides on November 8, 2019. November 15th program starts.

    Event Type: Educational

    Age Group: School Aged

    Cost: $20 per session/$70 4- Sessions

    Link

    LONG BEACH COMMUNITY PLAYERS PRESENTS A NEVERLAND CHRISTMAS CAROL

    2:00 PM-4:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/long-beach-community-players-presents-a-neverland-christmas-carol/

    A NEVERLAND CHRISTMAS CAROL

    Date: December 7-15, 2019

    Time:

    • 12/7 and 12/14 @ 2pm and 7pm;
    • 12/8 and 12/15 @ 2pm

    Location: Long Beach Community Center

    Details: Enjoy a fun holiday show.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids/All Ages

    Cost: $

    Link

    KRIS KRINGLE MARKET

    4:00 PM-8:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kris-kringle-market-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

    HOLIDAY SWIM - MINUTE TO WIN IT

    6:00 PM-8:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/holiday-swim-minute-to-win-it/

    HOLIDAY SWIM – MINUTE TO WIN IT!

    ***Base Access Required***

    Date: December 13, 2019

    Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    Location: NAS Patuxent River Aquatics Center

    Details: Enjoy the weekly Family Fun Night at the NAS Patuxent River Aquatics Center. Special night theme is Holiday Minute-to-Win-it

    Event Type: Family Fun
    Cost: $2 per person

    Link.

    HOLIDAY PARENTS NIGHT OUT - PUMP IT UP

    6:00 PM-10:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/holiday-parents-night-out-pump-it-up/

    HOLIDAY PARENTS NIGHT OUT

    Date: December 13, 2019

    Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    Location: Pump It Up

    Details: Holiday Jump Party with pizza for the kids while parents enjoy the night off.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: Kids

    Cost: $

    Link

    PTP PRESENTS ELF

    7:00 PM-9:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/ptp-presents-elf/

    PTP PRESENT ELF

    Dates: November 22 – December 15, 2019

    Time:  Friday and Saturday (8 p.m.); Sunday (3 p.m.)

    Location:  Port Tobacco Players Theater, 508 Charles Street, La Plata, MD

    Tickets: $18 Adults; $15 Seniors (age 60+), Youth (to 18), and Military (with ID)

    ***TICKETS SELL OUT FAST/ DO NOT SHOW UP EXPECTING TICKETS DAY OF EVENT***

    (Holiday Musical) ​Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear!

     

    For more information, call the Box Office at 301-932-6819, or purchase tickets online at www.ptplayers.com.

    CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS CONCERT

    7:00 PM-8:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/celebrate-christmas-concert/

    CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS CONCERT

    Date: December 13, 2019

    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location: Church of Jesus- Later Day Saints – 4560 Padgett Road, White Plains

    Details: Enjoy a holiday concert performance by Children’s Voices of Southern Maryland.

    Event Type: Holiday

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: Free ?

    Link

    NEWTOWNE PLAYERS PRESENTS - A SEUSSIFIED CHRISTMAS CAROL

    8:00 PM-10:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/newtowne-players-presents-a-seussified-christmas-carol/

    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

    CHRISTMAS CAROL - BLACK BOX THEATER

    8:00 PM-10:00 PM
    12/13/2019
    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/christmas-carol-black-box-theater/

    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

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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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