2024 SUMMER CAMP FAIR GUIDE
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PLAY IDEAS
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SCHEDULE – PARKS & REC CHARLES COUNTY
Date: Daily Programming
Location: Charles County Parks & Rec
Details: From Open Swim to Dance Classes and Special Events to Drop in Programs Charles County Parks and Recreation offers so much. Be sure to see their schedule.
Cost: Some programs are free or cost money but all programs are affordable for families on a budget.
FREE SUMMER MOVIE- BRANDYWINE XSCAPE THEATER
Dates: Tuesdays, Wednesday’s & Thursday’s
Time: 9:00 (Doors Open) /9:30 AM (Movie Starts)
Location: Brandywine Xscape Theater 14- 7710 Matapeake Business Dr. Brandywine, MD
Details: Xscape Theater offers free family-friendly movies this summer! Seating is limited. The theater suggests to arrive early for the best seating. Film titles are not guaranteed, subject to change. Admission to our Kids’ Summer Movies is FREE for everyone. The Concession Counter will be open during all shows. Doors open at 9 am and all shows start at 9:30 am.
Cost: FREE
Age Group: All Ages
CCPL SUMMER READING SCHEDULE
Info:
Cuddle Time @ 9:30 AM |
Morning Story Time @ 10 AM
Morning Story Time @ 11 AM Wednesdays | PD Brown (Coming in July!) Thursdays | La Plata (Coming in July! |
IMAGINARIUM OPEN PLAY HOURS
Dates:
Location: Imaginarium Indoor Play Space- 13360 HG Trueman Road. Solomons, MD
Details: Enjoy open play at this creative and inspiring indoor play space
Cost: $
KIDS FITNESS CLASSES
Date: Select Thursday – See schedule below
Time: 10AM
NEW! Join us on the concert lawn for a free fun fitness class for kids! Bring a towel or mat and water. All classes start at 10 AM.
Cost: FREE
Thursday, July 13th – Dharma Kids
Start your day off with Dharma Kids mindfulness, meditation and movement! Elevate your heart rate and your mood with this fun and interactive class. Activities Include, movement with a positive message, poses with a purpose, breathing and meditation techniques to calm, all delivered in a positive way!! Kids of all ages will learn tips and tools to relive stress and create success! Please bring a yoga mat or a beach towel and some water:)
Thursday, August 10th – Charles County Parks & Recreation – Move & Groove
Let your kids run, jump, and play to the sound of music. We will play short, exciting games to get your little one moving and grooving.
Thursday, August 17th – SMMA Fitness
Fun filled energetic introductory martial class for the kids that will introduce the following concepts: ~ Fitness ~ Goal Setting~ Self- Discipline~ Self-Esteem~ Self- Control~ Winning Attitude~ Break a real Karate Board~ Focus~ Earn their White Belt
ACTION JAXX SUMMER HOURS
Date/Time:
Location: Action Jaxx- 3443 Rockefeller Ct. Waldorf, MD
Details: Action Jaxx has officially started their summer hours at the center, so if the kids are home bored bring them on in for some fun at this indoor play ground. Always call first for change in openings and for weekly pricing specials.
Cost: $
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LITTLE LEAPERS
Date: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s and now Saturday’s
Time: Weekdays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Details: Toddler time is back with a new program now known as Little Leapers! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure, created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb, and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills. Bond, make memories, and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.
Cost: $10
ACTION JAXX- SCHEDULE
Dates/Time:
Location: Action Jaxx- 3443 Rockefeller Ct. Waldorf , MD
Details: Action Jaxx is a indoor family fun center with indoor play ground, bounce houses and video games.
Cost: $15 per kid
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STORY TIME FOR THE LITTLES
Date: Thursday’s July-August
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: SMILE Thrift Shop- 10290 HG Trueman Rd. Lusby, MD
Details: Summer is the perfect time to try out something new. We are offering storytime for the littles under our shade tree in the front of the store and a few outside activities for the little older ones. Every Thursday You are invited to please join us starting at 1030 and ending at 11 o’clock. Each child attending will receive a free book of their choice and a coupon for half price off any toy in the store. Dates: June 29th-Aug 10th.
Cost: FREE
HOMESCHOOL HOP
Date: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Sky Zone – Waldorf MD
Details: 60 Minute Jump time, $1 Fuel drinks, Add a daily dose of active play to your lesson plan this year!
Cost: $15 Per Jumper
Family Game Night
Date: Thursdays & Fridays Ongoing
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Waldorf Senior & Rec Center
It’s time for family game night! We provide the board games, and you provide
the competitors! Bring the whole family down for a night of games, bonding, and fun. Youth and adult participation are required. For more information
contact the center directly.
Age: 3+
Cost: Youth/Senior Drop-In Fee: $3; Adult Drop-In Fee: $5
MOVIES ON THE POTOMAC- DATE NIGHT MOVIES
Date: Thursdays May -September 2023
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00PM
Location: National Harbor- 165 Waterfront St. National Harbor, MD
Details: Date nigh Movie Days
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