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FALL FARM GUIDE
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/fall-guide/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.
INDOOR PLAY IDEAS
JBA COMMUNITY COMMONShttps://www.facebook.com/AndrewsCAC/1442 Concord Ave, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland 20762INDOOR 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-InTODDLER TIME - SKYZONE
SKYZONEhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/toddler-time-skyzone/4390 Crain Hwy, White Plains, MD 20695Date: 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
Information: SKYZONE TODDLER TIME LINKPRESCHOOL STORY TIME- CCPL POTOMAC
POTOMAC LIBRARYhttps://ccplonline.org/about/events3225 Ruth B Swann Dr, Indian Head, MD 20640PRESCHOOL SUMMER STORYTIME- POTOMAC BRANCH
Date: Tuesday’s (Fall Session September 4, 2018- November 13, 2018)
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: CCPL / Potomac Branch-Potomac Meeting Room
Details: Join us for stories, songs, and hands-on experiments to learn about shadows!
Event Type: Preschool Storytime
Age Group: 2 – 5
EVENT LINKLOBBY LITTLES
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/lobby-littles/LOBBY LITTLES
Date: September 25, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lobby Coffee Bar- 201 Solomons Island Rd, Huntingtown, Maryland 20639
Details: Tuesday, September 25, join us for Lobby Littles’ Bubble Painting!
• Pre-Registration Required (coming soon)
• Time Slots: 10AM, 10:30AM, 11AM, 11:30AM
• 12 person per time slot, Age 3+
• Activity – paint pictures by making bubbles! Each person will choose up to 4 color and create their very own masterpiece.We can’t wait to see you!
NATURE DISCOVERY TIME
GREENWELL FOUNDATIONhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/nature-discovery-time/25420 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hollywood, MD 20636Date: Every Tuesday (September 25, 2018- May 7, 2019)Time: 10:00 AM -11:30 AMLocation: Outdoor Classroom at Clubhouse OneDetails: You and your child are invited to meet us at the Greenwell Foundation, every Tuesday morning, for outdoor discoveries and learning, from September to May. Activities include: Sensory Play, Games, Songs, Art, Music, Stories, Seasonal Activities, Dance, and More. Age Group: up to 6 years oldCost: $5 per childRegistration: Not required. Children attend with their adultDirections: Enter Greenwell State Park on Rosedale Manor Drive, go straight on the gravel, dirt road, between the fields, and take your first right. Park in the lot straight ahead and look for us in the outdoor classroom on the left.OPEN PLAY EVERY DAY
FAMILY PLACE TO PLAYhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/open-play-every-day/3443 Rockefeller Ct, Waldorf, MD 20602Date: Monday – Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Family Place to Play, Waldorf, MD
Details: Family Place to Play Fun Center is a large indoor playground that can accommodate private parties and also is a great place to bring kids to play. Open Play provides many different ways for kids to be stimulated both physically and mentally.
Event Type: Free Play
Age Group: All Ages
Cost: $11 (2 Hours)/ 2 and under $6.60
Registration: Drop- In Welcome
https://familyplacetoplay.com/ways-to-play/DROP IN FREE PLAY- UNIQUE SPORTS
UNIQUE SPORTS ACADEMYhttp://www.uniquesportsacademy.com109 Post Office Rd, Waldorf, MD 20602DROP IN FREE PLAY
Date: TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Description: Come join Unique Gym for their drop in free play. Lots of fun for your little ones including, obstacle courses, foam pit, trampoline time. These are just some of the activities your child will enjoy. Parent participation is required during floor activities. No registration required to participate in the fun.
Location: Unique Sports Academy
Event Type: Parent/Child
Age Group(s): 2-5
Registration: Not Required
Cost: $5 for one hour/ $10 for two hours per child.
More Information: www.uniquesportsacademy.com
MOVERS & SHAKERS STORY TIME- CCPL PD BROWN
PD BROWN LIBRARYhttps://ccplonline.org/about/events50 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602MOVERS AND SHAKERS STORY TIME (PD BROWN BRANCH)
Date: Tuesday’s (Fall Session September 4, 2018- November 13, 2018)
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
Information: https://ccplonline.org/about/eventsPRESCHOOL STORY TIME- CCPL POTOMAC
POTOMAC LIBRARYhttps://ccplonline.org/about/events3225 Ruth B Swann Dr, Indian Head, MD 20640PRESCHOOL SUMMER STORYTIME- POTOMAC BRANCH
Date: Tuesday’s (Fall Session September 4, 2018- November 13, 2018)
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: CCPL / Potomac Branch-Potomac Meeting Room
Details: Join us for stories, songs, and hands-on experiments to learn about shadows!
Event Type: Preschool Storytime
Age Group: 2 – 5
EVENT LINKHOME SCHOOL JUMP- PUMP IT UP
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/home-school-jump-pump-it-up-3/LAST ONE OF THE SCHOOL YEAR!Date: Most Tuesday’s & Thursday’s (Always Check first)
Time: 11:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Pump it Up Waldorf
Details: Vome enjoy a special open jump available for children and parents that home school. Come join us at Pump It Up for a few hours of jumping, socialization, and creative time. Be sure to call ahead!
LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS
EDWARD T HALL AQUATIC CENTERhttp://www.co.cal.md.us/index.aspx?nid=397130 Auto Dr, Prince Frederick, MD 20678LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL HOURS
Weekend Hours: Saturday 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 8:00pmWeekly 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 DROP IN - PARKS & REC
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/youth-drop-in-parks-rec/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)
KIDS NIGHT- TEXAS ROAD HOUSE
TEXAS ROAD HOUSE (LA PLATA)https://theplayfulparent.org/event/kids-night-texas-road-house-2/103 Drury Dr, La Plata, MD 20646KIDS NIGHT- TEXAS ROADHOUSE
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse, La Plata, MD
Description: Round up the lil’ Roadies and join us for our Legendary Kid’s Night:
$1.99 Kid’s Meal, Ice Cream Sundae Bar, Arts & Crafts, Andy Armadillo and THE
Balloon Nerd!!! Kid’s Night is a ton of fun for the whole family so mosey on down to Texas Roadhouse! Please contact us at the restaurant to learn more specific details about this exciting night. *Limit 2 offers per 1 Adult Entree Purchased. Dine in only. Not valid with any other offer. Valid at this location only. Not valid on holidays.*
Event: Family
Age: All Ages
Cost: Activities free, kids meals $1.99, Adult entrees see menu
Information: https://www.texasroadhouse.com/restaurant-START SMART SPORTS- DAVIS
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/start-smart-sports-henson-2/START SMART SPORTS
Date: Sept 18- Oct 23
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Davis
Details: Sanctioned through the National Alliance of Youth Sports, this program assists parents in preparing kids for organized sports in a fun, non-competitive environment using fun, developmentally age appropriate equipment to prepare children for sports without the fear of failure.
Ages: 3-5
Cost: $40 For 5 week session
FREE PERFORMANCES EVERYDAY- KENNEDY CENTER
KENNEDY CENTERhttps://www.kennedy-center.org/video/upcoming2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566FREE 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 LINKNERDY GIRLS
WALDORF WEST LIBRARYhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/nerdy-girls-3-2/10405 Odonnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603NERDY GIRLS CLUB
Date: 9/25/2018
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMLocation: CCPL / West Branch
Details: Spend time with your nerdy/geeky sisters. Share your favorite fandom, play games and make crafts. Ages 12-18Event Type: Teen Program
Age Group: Teen 12-18JR CHEF
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/jr-chef/JR CHEF
Date/Time/Location:
Harvest Theme
- Hanson Sept 25 6:30
- Henson Sept 27 6:30
Halloween
- Piccowaxen Oct 24 6:30
- Stoddert Oct 25 6:30
Holiday
- Davis Dec 18 6:30
- Somers Dec 20 6:30
Jr. Chefs will explore a variety of culinary adventures while creating unique themed desserts. Chef hat and apron included. Please bring a container to take home your artistic creations. Adult participation required.
Online Registration: http://bit.ly/2goA82K
Ages: 6-12
Resident Fee: $12 • Non-Resident: $14SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS- AMC WALDORF
AMC LOWES THEATERhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/sensory-friendly-films-amc-waldorf-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/11115 Mall Cir, Waldorf, MD 20603SENSORY FRIENDLY FILM
Date: September Schedule
Time: Week Day Shows 7:00 PM/Saturday Shows 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.September 8, 2018- A.X.L.
September 11, 2018- Peppermint
September 22- The House With A Clock In Its Walls
September 25- Life ItselfThe theaters typical schedule usually has Saturday films at 10 AM and Tuesday films at 7 PM. Keep in mind things can always change when movie releases are pushed back by studios or we are unable to obtain a booking. In those cases the date for the Sensory Friendly showing typically stays the same but the movie shown may change.
Cost: $
Registration: Buy tickets online or at the box office
Information: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films