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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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  • 01

    INDOOR PLAY IDEAS

    https://www.facebook.com/AndrewsCAC/
    9:00 AM-7:00 PM
    08/01/2018-08/02/2018
    JBA COMMUNITY COMMONS
    1442 Concord Ave, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland 20762

    INDOOR PLAYGROUND IDEAS
    Date: OPEN DAILY
    Time: ALL DAY
    Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGH OUT SOUTHERN MARYLAND
    Details: SEE INDOOR PLAY GUIDE LINK
    Event Type: INDOOR PLAY
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: VARIES
    Registration: Drop-In

  • 01

    FREE PERFORMANCES EVERYDAY- KENNEDY CENTER

    https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/upcoming
    6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    08/01/2018
    KENNEDY CENTER
    2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

    FREE PERFORMANCES EVERYDAY- KENNEDY CENTER
    Date: Monday – Friday
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: Kennedy Center- Millenium Stage
    Details: See link for schedule of performances. Different musicians, actors, singers and dances each night.
    Event Type: Performance/Concert
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: FREE
    Registration: No Ticket RequiredMILLENIUM STAGE EVENT LINK

  • 01

    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS 

    http://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397
    12:00 PM-9:00 PM
    08/01/2018
    EDWARD T HALL AQUATIC CENTER
    130 Auto Dr, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

    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/

  • 01

    LETS GO FISHING- FREE FISHING

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/lets-go-fishing-free-fishing/
    All day
    08/01/2018

    Free Fishing

    ​Options for fishing in Maryland without a fishing license

    1. Normally a license is required to Fish in Maryland but there are a few exceptions to this requirement.
      The first option is there are specific areas in Maryland that are designated License Free Fishing Areas throughout the tidal portions of the Chesapeake Bay and one nontidal location. You are required to observe all fishing laws and regulations. A free MD/PRFC angler registration is also required for anglers fishing without a license in designated tidal license free fishing areas, you may register online. You can see a list of license free locations on the following page: License Free Fishing Areas – 
    2. CHARLES COUNTY LOCATION IS –
      Friendship Landing Park-4705 Friendship Landing Road Nanjemoy, MD 20662
    3. The second option is that Maryland hosts Free Fishing Days. During a free fishing day, a person may catch and possess finfish in the tidal and nontidal waters of the State for recreational purposes without an angler’s license, Chesapeake Bay sportfishing license, or any fishing stamp normally required by the State, but shall otherwise observe all fishing laws and regulations. Maryland’s free fishing days are the first two Saturdays in June and July 4.
    4. Lastly, all those folks under 16 years of age are allowed to fish without a license.

    TAKING CHILDREN FISHING FOR THE FIRST TIME GUIDE

  • 01

    FREE BOWLING LORD CALVERT BOWL

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-bowling-lord-calvert-bowl/
    10:00 AM-4:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    FREE BOWLING

    Date: June 1, 2018- August 31, 2018

    Time: All Day 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Location: Lord Calvert Bowl, Huntingtown, MD

    Details: Lord Calvert Bowl is dedicated to kids and ensuring they have a
    safe and fun place to be themselves.
    Our Say No To Drugs program offers FREE bowling for kids!
    Simply register your kids in the program and receive
    one FREE game every day all Summer long. That’s it!
    Subsequent games and shoes are only $2.50 each.
    Remember to bring your Say No To Drugs card with you
    if you are already registered. Ages 2-18 Call 410-535-3560 for more information.

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  • 01

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE- BRANDYWINE XSCAPE

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-summer-movie-brandywine-xscape/
    9:00 AM-12:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE

    Date: Every Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday

    Time: Doors open 9AM/Movie 9:30AM

    Location: Brandywine Theater

    Details: Enjoy Free movies- See Flier for schedule!

    Cost: FREE

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  • 01

    FREE YOUTH DROP IN

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-youth-drop-in/
    1:00 PM-5:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    FREE YOUTH DROP IN

    Date:  Monday -Thursday  June 18-August 9, 2018

    Time: 1:00 PM -5:00 PM

    Location: Stoddert Middle School

    Details: Open-style sports and semi-organized games! Registration form with parental
    consent is required each year. Sign-in each day of participation.
    Age Group:  8-17

    Event Link (Page 14)

  • 01

    REGAL SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/regal-summer-movie-express/
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    Regal Cinema charges only $1 admission to see summer movie selections. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, movies start at 10:00 am. Each week both movies play on Tuesday and Wednesday. Here’s a list of the summer movies playing at Regal theaters this summer:

    • Week 1- Storks/ Mr. Peabody
    • Week 2- Despicable Me 2/How to Train Your Dragon 2
    • Week 3- LEGO Movie/ Alvin and the Chipmunks
    • Week 4- Sing/Peanut Movie
    • Week 5- LEGO Ninjago / Ferdinand
    • Week 6- Secret Life of Pets/ Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
    • Week 7- LEGO Batman/ Trolls
    • Week 8- Minions/ Boss Baby
    • Week 9- Paddington/ Captain Underpants
    • Week 10- Despicable Me 3/ Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked

    Regal Locations Include: Regal Bowie – Bowie/Regal Potomac Yard – Alexandria/Regal Majestic – Silver Spring/Regal Kingstowne – Alexandria. Keep in mind that each location has a different show schedule. Clink on the link provided for information on Regal Summer Movies.

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  • 01

    ROCK & ROLL STORY TIME IN THE PARK

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/rock-roll-story-time/
    9:30 AM-10:30 AM
    08/01/2018

    ROCK & ROLL STORY TIME- MOBILE LIBRARY

    Date:

    • June 20, 2018- Pisgah Park
    • June 27, 2018- Laurel Springs Park
    • ***JULY 4TH HOLIDAY*** NONE
    • July 11, 2018- Pisgah
    • July 18, 2018- Laurel Springs Park
    • July 25, 2018- Pisgah Park
    • August 1, 2018- Laurel Springs Park

    Time: 9:30 AM

    Location: Mobile Library

    Details: Join us for a special story time in the park as we rock along to awesome stories. Mr Matt will share stories that we can sing along with in a fun, interactive way.

    Age Group: All Ages

    Registration: Walk-In

    Cost: FREE

    Event Link

  • 01

    CUDDLE TIME SUMMER - CCPL PD BROWN

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    9:30 AM-10:00 AM
    08/01/2018
    PD BROWN LIBRARY
    50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

    CUDDLE TIME STORY TIME (WALDORF WEST LIBRARY)
    Date: Wednesday’s June 20, 2018 – August 1, 2018
    Time: 9:30 AM – 9:50 AM
    Details: This story time will introduce a love for books, songs, movement and playful activities. It is designed for children ages birth to 24 months and their parents. This is a 20 minute program.
    Library: CCPL / PD Brown
    Event Type: Parent/Child
    Age Group: Birth – 2
    Registration: Not Required
    Cost: Free
    More Information:
    More Information: Charles County Library Event Link

  • 01

    PRESCHOOL SUMMER STORY TIME- CCPL PD BROWN

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    10:00 AM-11:00 AM
    08/01/2018
    PD BROWN LIBRARY
    50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

    PRE-SCHOOL SUMMER STORY TIME (PD BROWN BRANCH)
    Date: WEDNESDAYS
    Start Time: 10:00 AM
    End Time: 10:45 AM
    Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children ages 2 to 5. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
    Library: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
    Event Type: Preschool
    Age Group(s): 2 – 5
    Registration: Non-Required
    Information: https://ccplonline.org/about/events

  • 01

    PRESCHOOL SUMMER STORY TIME- CCPL PD BROWN

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    08/01/2018
    PD BROWN LIBRARY
    50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

    PRE-SCHOOL SUMMER STORY TIME (PD BROWN BRANCH)
    Date: WEDNESDAYS ***NONE ON JULY 4TH HOLIDAY***
    Start Time: 11:00 AM
    End Time: 11:45 AM
    Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children ages 2 to 5. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
    Library: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
    Event Type: Preschool
    Age Group(s): 2 – 5
    Registration: Non-Required
    Information: https://ccplonline.org/about/events

  • 01

    FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/family-scavenger-hunt/
    10:00 AM-6:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    St. Charles Towne Center celebrates family fun with Summer Scavenger Hunt, June 23 – August 18
    Families invited to put detective skills to the test with weekly adventures for special prizes!

    WHAT:  Summer Scavenger Hunt at St. Charles Towne Center  Families invited to search, spin and win weekly!

    WHEN:
    Scavenger Hunt: Daily; June 23 – August 25

    Mall Office Hours:
      Monday – Friday:  8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
      Sunday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
    Closed July 4, 2018
           
    WHERE: St. Charles Towne Center

    11110 Mall Circle
    Waldorf, MD 20603

    HOW:        Families can download the FREE weekly scavenger hunt sheet from links on Facebook page or by visiting the Mall Office. Prizes are geared towards children ages 3 – 10; limited to one per child per week while supplies last. Prizes can be collected up to a week after the last Saturday posting. Additional prizes are available to parents that post a photo and comment on each week’s Facebook page post (while at the mall) OR by signing up for a FREE Simon Family Membership. It is recommended to call ahead to confirm prize availability.

    MORE INFO:         For full rules and regulations and more information, please visitsimon.com/stcharlestownecenter for more information.

  • 01

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE FLAGSHIP CINAMA

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-summer-movie-flagship-cinama/
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    Movies are scheduled at 10am each Tuesday and Wednesday during the series. Doors open at 9:30.  Each Flagship location has their own lineup of movies and start dates, so click on the link for your location: Flafship Cinemas. The following is the Prince Frederick line up:

    Week 1 – Hotel Transylvania 2
    Week 2– Captain Underpants
    Week 3 – Despicable Me 3
    Week 4 – Secret Life of Pets
    Week 5 -Boss Baby
    Week 6 – Paddington 2
    Week 7 – LEGO Batman Movie

    Address: 200 W Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

    Event Link

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  • 01

    KIDS CRAFTERNOON

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kids-crafternoon/
    1:00 PM-3:00 PM
    08/01/2018

    KIDS CRAFTERNOON

    Date: Every Wednesday 6/27-8/1

    Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    Location: AC Moore Craft Store, Waldorf, MD

    Details:

    • 6/27- Tie Dye T-Shirt
    • 7/4- Patriotic Hat
    • 7/11- Shrinky Dink Key Chain
    • 7/18- Play-Doh Creation
    • 7/25- Safari Wreath
    • 8/1- Wood Clubhouse

    Event Type: Kids Craft

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: $2

     

  • 01

    SUMMER TIME AT MY GYM

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/summer-time-at-my-gym/
    1:30 PM-4:30 PM
    08/01/2018

    SUMMER TIME AT MY GYM

    ***This is one of my families favorite places to play!!! The coaches are amazing, the facility is always clean and my kids beg to back for more fun time and time again!!!***

    Date: July – August

    Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

    Location: My Gym, Waldorf

    •  Every MONDAY: “Moonbounce Monday” campers learn teamwork & leadership as they play a variety of sports, relays, games PLUS Pizza & moonbounce!
    •  Every TUESDAY: Energizing games, exciting gymnastics, cool arts and crafts, and music that guarantees to keep kids moving and engaged, PLUS swings Zip Line & More!
    •  Every WEDNESDAY: “American Ninja Warriors” campers will be challenged with fun and unique obstacles each week, that they must master utilizing agility, core strength, conditioning, and grip strength.
    •  Every THURSDAY: “Aerial Silks & Trapeze Camp” campers will explore aerial arts and air awareness. Plus develop core strength, flexibility, concentration skills, coordination, teamwork, and confidence.
    •  Every FRIDAY: “Glow-N-Dark”, campers come dressed in Neon Shorts & T-shirts to have fun with the BEST Glow-N-Dark games PLUS Popsicle’s & Disco dance party.

    Event: Kids Program

    Age Group: 4 – 10

    Cost: Buy a pass for $18-23 depending on which pass you purchase

    Event Link

  • 02

    INDOOR PLAY IDEAS

    https://www.facebook.com/AndrewsCAC/
    9:00 AM-7:00 PM
    08/02/2018-08/03/2018
    JBA COMMUNITY COMMONS
    1442 Concord Ave, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland 20762

    INDOOR PLAYGROUND IDEAS
    Date: OPEN DAILY
    Time: ALL DAY
    Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGH OUT SOUTHERN MARYLAND
    Details: SEE INDOOR PLAY GUIDE LINK
    Event Type: INDOOR PLAY
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: VARIES
    Registration: Drop-In

  • 02

    FREE PERFORMANCES EVERYDAY- KENNEDY CENTER

    https://www.kennedy-center.org/video/upcoming
    6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    08/02/2018
    KENNEDY CENTER
    2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

    FREE PERFORMANCES EVERYDAY- KENNEDY CENTER
    Date: Monday – Friday
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: Kennedy Center- Millenium Stage
    Details: See link for schedule of performances. Different musicians, actors, singers and dances each night.
    Event Type: Performance/Concert
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: FREE
    Registration: No Ticket RequiredMILLENIUM STAGE EVENT LINK

  • 02

    BLOCK PARTY - CCPL PD BROWN

    http://host.evanced.info/charles/evanced/eventcalendar.asp
    6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    08/02/2018
    PD BROWN LIBRARY
    50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

    BLOCK PARTY
    Date: FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
    Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Details: Create awesome things with Lego blocks! Work together on teams or on your own to create something amazing then share your creations with the group!
    Library: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
    Event Type: All Ages
    Age Group(s): All Ages
    Link: CCPL CALENDAR LINK

  • 02

    LETS LEARN SPANISH! - CCPL WEST

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/lets-learn-spanish-ccpl-west/
    6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    08/02/2018
    WALDORF WEST LIBRARY
    10405 Odonnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603

    LETS LEARN SPANISH STORYTIME
    Date: FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
    Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Location: Waldorf West Library
    Details: Let’s learn Spanish together! Enjoy an English based storytime with some added Spanish words and watch as our Spanish vocabulary grows. We’ll read books, sing songs, dance and make a craft. It will be fantástico!
    Event Type: Family Storytime
    Age Group: 3 – 5
    CCPL CALENDAR 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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