WEEKEND EVENTS
Can you believe that it’s already Wednesday! Another weekend is around the corner. Here are some awesome family fun events to attend this weekend:
SATURDAY JANUARY 28, 2017
RAPPAHANNOCK MODEL RAILROADERS DISPLAY
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: National Museum of the Marine Corp
18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
Triangle, VA 22172
Description: The Rappahannock Model Railroaders (RMR) club will have their O-Gauge model railroads chugging through displays in Leatherneck Gallery. RMR members consider themselves ambassadors of “The Greatest Hobby” and work to promote the joy of model railroading in a positive way.
Event Type: Family
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required
Information: info@usmcmuseum.org
TODDLER HAPPY HOUR- FREE SWIM
Date: 1/28/2017
Start Time: 9:15 PM
End Time: 10:15 AM
Description: Bring your toddler to the pool for free swimming during an hour specifically for them. Enjoy time with your little fish in the zero-depth entry area. Adult is required to be in the water with their children.
Location: DONALD M. WADE – AQUATIC CENTER WALDORF
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group(s): Open to children age 3 months to 5 years
Registration: Not required
Cost: Free
More Information: https://www.charlescountyparks.com
YOUNG READERS YOUNG SATURDAY GRAND OPENING
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Capitol Hill, Library of Congress – Young Readers Center, 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, DC
Description: Put on your very best book character costume, and come celebrate the ribbon cutting for a cool new reading center, story time with award-winning authors Meg Medina and Erica S. Perl, stay for crafts, book accessibility demonstrations, and a very special guest parade.
Event Type: Family
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required
Information: visit website
DC AUTO SHOW
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C.
Description: The Washington Auto Show is also the largest public show in Washington, D.C. Over the course of its many years this beloved and historic D.C. tradition has attracted Washingtonians of all stripes – and political affiliations. Visitors enjoy the annual trek to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the entertainment, as much as for the experience of viewing the hundreds of cars on exhibit. This show is very affordable: $12 Adults, $5 (6-12 years old), 5 and under FREE!
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Information: DC Auto Show
MICHAELS KIDS CLUB- TRAVEL TIC TAC TOE GAME
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Michael’s Craft Store, Waldorf MD
Description: They craft; you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a fun project designed by Sprout. Sign up online or just drop in. $2 per project, supplies included. Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event.
Event Type: Kids
Age: 3 and Up
Cost: $2
Registration: Register online
Information: https://classes.michaels.com/OnlineClasses/control/dateView?storeId=8810&zipCode=20603#
SENSORY FRIENDLY FILM- MONSTER TRUCKS
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: AMC Movie Theater, Waldorf, MD
Desciption: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society of America to offer unique movie showings where they turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month. Please check your local theatre listings for specific showtimes, and don’t forget to share your family fun with #AMCSensoryFriendly.
Event Type: Family
Age: All Ages
Cost: $
Registration: Buy tickets online or at the box office
Information: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
TODDLER HAPPY HOUR- FREE SWIM (INDIAN HEAD)
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 10:30 AM -11:30 AM
Location: Lackey High School Pool, Indian Head, MD
Description: Bring your toddler to the pool for free swimming during an hour specifically for them. Enjoy time with your little fish in the zero-depth entry area. Adult is required to be in the water with their children.
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group(s): Open to children age 3 months to 5 years
Registration: Not required
Cost: Free
More Information: https://www.charlescountyparks.com
READY, SET, REGISTER EVENT
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Location: BABIES R US, Waldorf
Description: You can create or update your registry with personalized help, learn about the newest must-haves, meet & mingle with other parents-to-be…plus, enjoy games, giveaways and raffles! Reservations preferred, but walk-ins are always welcome.
Event Type: Parent
Age: Adult
Cost: FREE
Registration: No registration required, walk-in
Information: http://t.toysrus.com/shop/?categoryId=4346704
SATURDAY STORY TIME (PD BROWN LIBRARY)
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Date: 1/28/2017
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 AM
Description: Drop in and share the excitement and love of reading with your child by joining us in storytime. Each story time will include reading books, dancing & music, and a hands-on activity or craft. This month’s theme is Snow Activities.
Library: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
Registration: Not Required
Cost: Free
More Information: https://ccplonline.org/about/events12:00pm
DROP IN FREE PLAY- UNIQUE SPORTS ACADEMY
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Description: Tumble, jump and have FUN! Open gym is fun for everyone! Please call ahead to ensure this event is taking place. Competitions for team and other events cancel this event on random Saturday’s.
Location: 109 Post Office Road, Waldorf, MD
Age: All kids!
Registration: Show Up
Cost: $10 per kid; parents do not have to pay when accompanying a child
More Information Call: 301-396-4934
FULL DOME SHOW AT THE JAMES E RICHMOND SCIENCE CENTER
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: James E. Richmond Science Center
Description: James E. Richmond Science Center previews a full dome show every Wednesday & Thursday night and Saturday day. See their site to verify schedule of shows playing. The shows for January are: We are Stars (Wednesdays), Exploding Universe (Thursdays) and Wonders of the Arctic (Saturdays.) 6:00PM Doors open/6:45 PM Show starts/6:00-7:00 Exploration stations.
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Cost: Tickets $8 per person (Ages 4-Up), 3 & under free
Registration: Purchase tickets online
More information visit: http://www.ccboe.com/sciencecenter/?page_id=3370
MONSTER JAM TRUCK SHOW
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Location: Verizon Center, Washington, DC
Description: Tickets for Monster Jam Triple Threat Series, the most adrenaline charged motorsports experience for families on the planet, are now on sale. Monster Jam events are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at $15. Tickets are also available at http://www.ticketmaster.com and the Verizon Center box office. Monster Jam will be performing at the Verizon Center on:
Saturday, January 28 @ 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 29 @ 1:00 p.m.
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Registration: Purchase tickets online, code: ICE to save $5
More information visit: https://www.monsterjam.com/tickets
TOY BOAT BUILDING
Date: 1/28/2017
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, MD
Description: Make your own toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour.
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Cost: $2 donation requested with museum admission.
Registration: Not Required
More information visit: http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=620
SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2017
MONSTER JAM TRUCK SHOW
Date: 1/29/2017
Time: 1:00 PM
Description: Tickets for Monster Jam Triple Threat Series, the most adrenaline charged motorsports experience for families on the planet, are now on sale. Monster Jam events are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at $15. Tickets are also available at http://www.ticketmaster.com and the Verizon Center box office. Monster Jam will be performing at the Verizon Center on:
Saturday, January 28 @ 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 29 @ 1:00 p.m.
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Registration: Purchase tickets online, code: ICE to save $5
More information visit: https://www.monsterjam.com/tickets
MOMMY AND ME SPA DAY
Date: 1/29/2017
Time Slot 1: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Description: Relax while lounging in our coordinating plush spa robes. Have your: hair styled, make up done, manicure and pedicure, healthy spa snack, mother daughter photo shoot and crafts.
Location: Chesapeake Resort & SPA
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group(s): All Ages
Cost: $130 Pair
More Information visit: https://www.chesapeakebeachresortspa.com/events
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