FALL FARM GUIDE
Date: September -October
Time: Vary by location
Details: My favorite thing to do in the fall is visit a local farm. Nothing is more fun than going for a hayride, getting lost in a corn maze or picking the perfect pumpkin. See the Fall Guide for a list of farms and events happening this fall. Many of the farms are opening on weekends only; however, some are opening during the week day. You could also schedule a visit with a few friends or group for week day fun. A few that are always open to the public on weekdays include: Cox, Greenstreet & Montpelier.
Date: Wednesdays and Saturdays
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
HALLOWEEN COSTUME DRIVE
Date: Sept 4 – Oct 20
Time: All Day
Locations: Southern Maryland Foot & Ankle
12070 Old Line Cr. Waldorf/ 9135 Piscataway Rd. #235 Clinton, MD
Details: Drop off boxes are located in the lobby of the Waldorf and Clinton offices. All costumes will be delivered to FB Gwynn Center.
CUDDLE TIME STORY TIME (PD BROWN)
Date: Wednesday’s (Fall Session September 5, 2018- November 14, 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
TURN A PUMPKIN INTO A BOOK
***BASE ACCESS ONLY***
Date: October 9-22, 2018
Time: All Day
Location: Indian Head NSF
Details: See flier
Description:PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME (PD BROWN BRANCH)
Date: WEDNESDAYS (Fall Session September 5, 2018- November 14, 2018)
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
LITTLE EXPLORERS- GOING ON A BEAR HUNT
Date: October 17, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Historic St. Mary’s
Details:
Meet at the Visitor Center to discover the different furs down at the Woodland Indian Hamlet.
Little Explorers discover the world at Historic St. Mary’s City through storytelling, crafts, songs, and outdoor exploration. Preschoolers, ages 3-5, and an accompanying adult are invited to gather at Historic St. Mary’s City for an hour of adventure, fun, and learning twice monthly on Wednesdays in the spring and fall. Each Little Explorers gathering features a different theme.
The program runs from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Admission is $4 per child for non-members ($3 for Friends members) and accompanying adults visit free. The fee includes full-day admission to the museum. Bring a picnic and spend the day! For more information, contact Sharol at 240-895-4980 or email Programs@HSMCdigsHistory.org.
Little Jumpers
Date : Most M/W/F (Always check Pump It Up site 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. ***
PRE-SCHOOL SUMMER STORY TIME (PD BROWN BRANCH)
Date: WEDNESDAYS (Fall Session September 5, 2018- November 14, 2018)
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
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/
Youth & Teen Drop-In
Open style sports and semi-organized games. Registration form with parental consent required each school year. Sign-in by youth required each day of participation. Dates and times subject to change. Contact the center for schedule changes.
| Location | Day | Dates | Time | |
| Age 8-10 | Wade | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-5:30p |
| Age 8-13 | Somers | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p |
| Stoddert | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Hanson | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Henson | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Smallwood | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Piccowaxen | W | Sep 5-Nov 14 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Age 11-14 | Wade | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-5:30p |
| Davis | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Age 14-17 | Davis | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Now 20 | 4:00-6:00p |
| Piccowaxen | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Smallwood | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Stoddert | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Hanson | Tu | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Somers | Tu | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Henson | Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Davis | F | Sep 7-Nov 16 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Somers | F | Sep 7-Nov 16 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Stoddert | F | Sep 7-Nov 16 | 4:00-6:00p | |
| Stoddert | Sa | Sep 22-Nov 17 | Noon-2:00p | |
| Girls – Age 8-13 | Mattawoman | M/W | Sep 5-Nov 19 | 4:00-6:00p |
| Girls – Age 14-17 | Mattawoman | Tu/Th | Sep 4-Nov 20 | 7:30-9:00p |
| Somers | Th | Sep 6-Nov 15 | 7:30-9:00p |
Ages: 8-17
Cost: $3 Drop-In (RECPASS)
Date: 1ST & 3RD SATURDAYS
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Location: James E.Richmond Science Center
Description: James E. Richmond Science Center previews a full dome show every 1ST & 3RD Saturday.
Doors Open» 6:00 p.m.
Fulldome Show» 6:45 p.m.
Exploration Stations» 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Doors Open» 9:00 a.m.
Fulldome Shows» 9:30 a.m. | 10:45 a.m. | 12:00 p.m.
Exploration Stations» 9:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Event Type: Family
Age Group(s): All Ages
Cost: Tickets $8 per person (Ages 4-Up), 3 & under free
Registration: Purchase tickets online
FAMILY MOVIE AND PLAY NIGHT
Dates: FALL SCHEDULE
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: CCPL- Waldorf West Branch
Details: Bring the family to Waldorf West’s Imaginative Playtime Room and enjoy a family-friendly, G-rated movie and some imaginative play. One ticket per person (including infants) will be handed out one hour before the program. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Ages: All Ages
Registration: Walk-In Welcome
Information: Event Link
THE SCIENCE SEED
Date: Wednesdays September 19- October 24, 2018
Time: 6:00-6:45 (Ages: 3-5)/ 6:45-7:30 (Ages: 5-8)
Location: Somers Community Center
Details: Students will explore…
Event Type: Educational
Age Group: 3-8 Years Old
Cost: Entire 6 weeks course- $90 Resident/ $100 Non-Resident
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
BILINGUAL STORY TIME- CCPL WEST
Date: 10/17
Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Waldorf West Library
Details: 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! September is five sense theme and October theme is Halloween.
Event Type: Family Storytime
Age Group: 3 – 5
CCPL CALENDAR LINK
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