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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

    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS 

    http://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397
    12:00 PM-9:00 PM
    07/01/2019
    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

    ARTS & CRAFTS- SOLOMONS MWR

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/candy-sushi-naf-indian-head-2-2-2-2-2/
    11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    ARTS & CRAFTS

    *Base Access Only*

    Date: Every Monday

    Time: 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM

    Location:  SOLOMONS MWR

    Details: Arts & Craft activity

    Event Type:Military/ Family Fun

    Age: All

    Cost: FREE

    Link

  • 01

    FREE BOWLING LORD CALVERT BOWL

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-bowling-lord-calvert-bowl-2/
    10:00 AM-4:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    FREE BOWLING

    Date: June 1, 2019- August 31, 2019

    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.

  • 01

    STOP IN FOR STORIES

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/stop-in-for-stories-2/
    10:30 AM-11:30 AM
    07/01/2019

    STOP IN FOR STORIES

    ***Base Access Only***

    Date: Monday’s

    Time: 10:30 AM

    Location: Indian Head – MWR Library

    Details: Hear stories, rhymes, fingerplays, dance and more.

    Event Type: Military/ Library

    Age Group: 0-5

    Cost: FREE

    Link

     

  • 01

    CAMP CREATIVE- MICHAELS

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/camp-creative-michaels/
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    CAMP CREATIVE 

    Dates Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays June 10 – July 26

    Time: 10AM – NOON

    Location: Michaels Craft Store

    Detail: Enjoy a different classes June through July!

    Age Group: Ages 3+

    Cost: $3 (Supplies Included)

    Registration: Classes fill up so sign up

    Link

  • 01

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE- BRANDYWINE

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-summer-movie-brandywine/
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    07/01/2019

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE

    Date: Monday- Thursday June- August

    Time: 9:30 ( Doors open at 9:00 AM)

    Location: Xscape Brandywine Movie Theater

    Details: Enjoy watching a FREE movie with the kiddos this summer! Each week is a different movie.

    • June 17-20- Dr Seuss: The Grinch
    • June 24-27- LEGO Movie 2
    • July 1-4- Smallfoot
    • July 8-11- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
    • July 15-18- Penguins of Madagascar
    • July 22-5- Hotel Transylvania 3
    • July 29-Aug 1- Minions
    • August 5-8- Goosebumps 2
    • August 12-15- Paddington 2
    • August 19-22- ?

    Event: Summer Program

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Registration: Walk-In Welcome (daycares/camps/large groups please register by contacting theater)

  • 01

    WEEKLY STORY TIME - CCPL WALDORF WEST

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    07/01/2019
    WALDORF WEST LIBRARY
    10405 Odonnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603

    WEEKLY STORY TIME (WALDORF WEST)
    Date: Monday’s Summer Schedule
    Times:

    • Cuddle Time (Ages 0-2) – 9:30-10:00 AM
    • Toddler Time (Ages 2-3) – 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Pre-school Time (Ages 2-5) -10:45-11:30 AM

    Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children ages 0 to 5. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
    Library: Charles County Public Library- Waldorf West
    Event Type: Library
    Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
    Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
    Event Link

  • 01

    LUNCH ON US- CCPS

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/lunch-on-us-ccps/
    11:00 AM-1:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    LUNCH ON US

    Date: June 24, 2019 – August 16, 2019

    ***NOT AVAILABLE JULY 4TH***

    Details:

    Charles County Public Schools, in partnership with Charles County Advocacy Council for Children, Youth & Families, LifeStyles, Inc., Department of Social Services, No Kid Hungry, Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism, Charles County Public Library, Children’s Aid Society, Tri-County Youth Services Bureau, Health Partners, The Arnold House, and other county agencies are offering a free summer lunch program.

    Hot lunches will be served at the following locations:

    • Henry E. Lackey High School: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    • J.P. Ryon Elementary School: 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
    • Mt. Hope/Nanjemoy Elementary School: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    • Westlake High School: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    • Indian Head Elementary School: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (This site will be closed from July 1 – July 12 due to building maintenance)

    Cold bag lunches will be served at the following mobile sites:

    • PD Brown Memorial Branch Library: 50 Village Street, Waldorf: 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
    • Idle Wood Trailer Park; Waldorf:12:15 pm-12:45 pm
    • Ell Lane Apartments: 12151 Ell Lane, Waldorf, Management Office: 1:00 pm-1:30 pm
    • Milton M. Somers Middle School, La Plata: 11:30 a.m. -11:50 a.m.
    • Phoenix Run; 651 Piscataway Run, La Plata: 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.
    • Oak Manor Drive; Waldorf: 12:45 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
    • Metropolitan United Methodist Church; 3385 Metropolitan Church Road, Indian Head: 11:30 am-11:50 am
    • Charles Landing Apartments; Jameson Court, Indian Head: playground area: 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.
    • Woodland Village Park; Thompson Lane, Indian Head:12:45-1:15 p.m.

    Event Type: Parent Support

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Event Link – Details and menu

  • 01

    CHALLENGE 2 BE FIT

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kids-night-elite-2-2-3-2/
    7:00 PM-7:30 PM
    07/01/2019
    ELITE GYM
    2745 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD 20601

    CHALLENGE 2 BE FIT

    Date:

    • M-/W June 24-July 10 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    • M/W July 22- August 7 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM

    Location: Hanson
    Details: Kids Fitness program.

    Event Type: Kids Program

    Age Group: Age 5-14

    Cost: Resident Fee $10; Non Resident: $12 Registration: Online Information: https://www.charlescountyparks.com/sites/charlescountyparks.com/files/recreation/guide/guide.pdf?pdf=Guide

     

  • 01

    MY REPTILE GUY

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/my-reptile-guy/
    2:00 PM-3:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    MY REPTILE GUY

    Date: 7/1/201

    Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    Details: My Reptile Guy brings 12 amazing reptiles to the library for you to see! Lean about reptiles, their habitats, and meet the animals in person.

    Location : Charles County Library- Waldorf West Branch

    Other Information:
      ***Ticketed Event*** We will be handing out tickets starting 1 hour before programs noted as Ticketed Events. Customers must be present to receive tickets which will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.
  • 01

    MOVIE NIGHT- THE COVE

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kids-summer-craft-cove-2-2/
    5:00 PM-7:00 PM
    07/01/2019

    Date: Mondays

    Time: 5:00 PM

    Location: The Cove at Cobb Island

    Details: Enjoy dinner and a movie

    Event Type: Restaurant

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Link

     

  • 01

    OPEN JUMP - PUMP IT UP

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/open-jump-pump-it-up/
    5:30 PM-7:30 PM
    07/01/2019

    OPEN JUMP – PUMP IT UP

    Date: July 1-5, 2019 Schedule

    Times:

    • Monday July 1- 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    • Tuesday July2- 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • Wednesday July 3- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • Thursday July 4- 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM /2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • Friday July 5- 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM/ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Location: Pump It Up, Waldorf off Post Office Rd
    Details: (Summer hours change weekly at Pump It Up due to summer camp, field trips & parties. Always double check the Pump It Up calendar first before going.)
    Event Type: Family Fun
    Age Group: All Ages
    Cost: $9 per kid
    Event Link

  • 02

    LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS 

    http://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397
    12:00 PM-9:00 PM
    07/02/2019
    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/

  • 02

    MAD SCIENCE- SOLOMONS MWR

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/candy-sushi-naf-indian-head-2-2-2-2/
    11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    07/02/2019

    STEM LAB

    *Base Access Only*

    Date: Every TUESDAY

    Time: 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM

    Location:  SOLOMONS MWR

    Details: MAD SCIENCE  ACTIVITIES

    Event Type:Military/ Family Fun

    Age: All

    Cost: ?

    Link

  • 02

    FREE BOWLING LORD CALVERT BOWL

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-bowling-lord-calvert-bowl-2/
    10:00 AM-4:00 PM
    07/02/2019

    FREE BOWLING

    Date: June 1, 2019- August 31, 2019

    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.

  • 02

    TODDLER TIME - SKYZONE SUMMER HOURS

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/toddler-time-skyzone-summer-hours/
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    07/02/2019

    TODDLER TIME – SKYZONE SUMMER HOURS

    Date:  Every Tuesday & Thursday

    Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Location: Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Crain Highway, White Plains, MD

    Details: Toddler Time is a great shared experience for child and parent. A time for your little ones to discover the joy of being active, bouncing under the supervision of their parents, and without interference from the big kids. Visit their website or Facebook Page to find out about special seasonal Toddler Time Events

    Event Type: Parent/child

    Age Group: Walking to 5 years old

    Registration: Walk-in welcome!

    Cost: $10 Toddler, $8 Additional Toddler, $7 Parent

    SKYZONE TODDLER TIME LINK

  • 02

    SUN FLOWER MAZE- GOLDPETAL FARMS

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/goldpetal-farms/
    10:00 AM-8:30 PM
    07/02/2019

    GOLDPETAL FARMERS- SUN FLOWER MAZE

    Date: Open day is scheduled for June 16, 2019 – Thru Mid – July

    Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

    Location: 37260 Manor Rd, Chaptico, Maryland

    Details: GoldPetal Farms is truly amazing! This whimsical sunflower maze is like exploring a living labyrinth. The closest thing in comparison is a corn maze; however, image walking among  beautiful sunflowers. Goldpetal Farms, previously known as Ladybugs Alive is opening this Father’s Day weekend June 16, 2019 through July. The blooms have been planted in a interpretation of Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night this year. Join me as I take you on a sneak peek tour of southern Maryland’s sunflower maze.

    Pricing: Kids ages 6 and under FREE/Ages 7 and up $10/ Military $9/ Group 10 or more $8

    ***MENTION THE PLAYFUL PARENT OR SHOW COUPON AND GET 20% ADMISSION NOW THROUGH JUNE 28TH***

    Website

     

  • 02

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE- BRANDYWINE

    https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-summer-movie-brandywine/
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    07/02/2019

    FREE SUMMER MOVIE

    Date: Monday- Thursday June- August

    Time: 9:30 ( Doors open at 9:00 AM)

    Location: Xscape Brandywine Movie Theater

    Details: Enjoy watching a FREE movie with the kiddos this summer! Each week is a different movie.

    • June 17-20- Dr Seuss: The Grinch
    • June 24-27- LEGO Movie 2
    • July 1-4- Smallfoot
    • July 8-11- Teen Titans Go! To the Movies
    • July 15-18- Penguins of Madagascar
    • July 22-5- Hotel Transylvania 3
    • July 29-Aug 1- Minions
    • August 5-8- Goosebumps 2
    • August 12-15- Paddington 2
    • August 19-22- ?

    Event: Summer Program

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: FREE

    Registration: Walk-In Welcome (daycares/camps/large groups please register by contacting theater)

  • 02

    WEEKLY STORY TIME - CCPL POTOMAC

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    07/02/2019
    WALDORF WEST LIBRARY
    10405 Odonnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603

    WEEKLY STORY TIME (Potomac)
    Date: Tuesday’s Summer Schedule
    Times:

    • Toddler Time (Ages 2-3) – 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Pre-school Time (Ages 2-5) -11:00-11:30 AM

    Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children ages 0 to 5. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
    Library: Charles County Public Library- Potomac
    Event Type: Library
    Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
    Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
    Event Link

  • 02

    MOVERS & SHAKERS STORY TIME

    https://ccplonline.org/about/events
    10:00 AM-10:30 AM
    07/02/2019
    PD BROWN LIBRARY
    50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

    MOVERS AND SHAKERS STORY TIME – SUMMER SCHEDULE AT PD BROWN
    Date: Tuesday’s
    Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
    Details: This story time will teach toddlers physical and social skills, listening comprehension, and the foundations of reading through letters, numbers, and vocabulary!
    Library: CCPL / P.D. Brown Branch
    Event Type: Parent/Child
    Age Group: 1 – 3
    Registration: None
    EVENT 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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