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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

    THURSDAY STORY TIME SCHEDULE - LAPLATA

    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    09/01/2022
    WALDORF WEST LIBRARY
    10405 Odonnell Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603

    WEEKLY STORY TIME – LA PLATA BRANCH
    Date: Thursday’s
    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) -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- La Plata
    Event Type: Library
    Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
    Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
    Event Link

  • 01

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    All day
    09/01/2022

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    Date: Daily

    Location: Charles County Maryland Parks & Rec Facilities

    Details: From open gym to dance classes and family friendly events to kids courses; Charles County Parks and Recreation has many options.

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: Most Activities have a fee

    CCPR Event Calendar Link

  • 01

    LITTLE LEAPERS

    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    09/01/2022

    LITTLE LEAPERS

    Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays and now (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)

    Time: Week Days 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)

    Location: Sky Zone Waldorf- 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains, MD 20695

    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.

    Little Leapers sessions include a mix of structured and unstructured activities lead by instructors and/or parents that allow children to explore, learn, and grow as they play.
    Active Play Time promotes exploration of the attractions in the park while helping to develop hand-eye coordination, balance, and social skills.
    Craft Time – Nurture Their Creativity!
    Kids are natural creators, filled with curiosity and imagination. Our craft projects are uniquely designed to nurture our Little Leapers creativity and help develop a lifelong love for crafting! Craft Time is the perfect way to cultivate new skills and interests in the next generation.
    Special Guests Appearances provides endless entertainment for our Little Leapers. Please follow us on Facebook, IG, Twitter or our website calendar for information on when we will have Special Guests in the park. You never know who will FLY in and save the day! It’s a ROARING good time.

    Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.

    Cost: $10

    Event Link

  • 01

    INDOOR MINI GOLF AT SCARY STROKES

    3:00 PM-9:00 PM
    09/01/2022

    INDOOR MINI GOLF: SCARY STROKES

    Dates/Times:

    • Mondays – Closed (Except on Holidays or School Breaks Open for Family Fun)
    • Tuesday – Thursday – 3pm – 9pm
    • Friday – 2pm – 12am
    • Saturday – 10am – 12am
    • ​Sundays:  10am – 8pm

    Location: Scary Strokes – Waldorf , MD

    Details: Enjoy indoor mini golf and arcade.

    Event Type: Family Fun

    Age: All

    Cost: Vary Depending on age/Price range $5-10 per person/ Military Discounts!

    Link

     

     

  • 01

    FAMILY FUN CENTER - ACTION JAXX

    3:00 PM-8:00 PM
    09/01/2022

    ACTION JAXX- WEEK DAY SCHEDULE

    Dates: Monday-Friday

    Time: 3PM-8PM

    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

  • 01

    LA PLATA SPRAY PAD OPEN

    10:00 AM-9:00 PM
    09/01/2022

    LA PLATA SPRAY PAD OPEN

    Date: Memorial Day – Labor Day

    Time: 10AM-9PM

    Location: Town Hall – La Plata, MD 20646

    Details: This free resource is available to the community every day of the week June  through September 10 AM to 9 PM. If you live near by you can walk or if you need to drive, you can use the side street parking or park in the back parking lot of the Town Hall – 305 Queen Anne St, La Plata, MD 20646.

    Age Group: All Ages (best for ages 2-8)

    Cost: FREE

    Link

  • 01

    NATIONAL THEATER SIX

    7:00 PM
    09/01/2022

    NATIONAL THEATER – SIX

    Dates: July 5 – September 4, 2022 (Check Site for specific date and time)

    Times: 7:30 PM

    Location: National Theater- Washington DC

    Details: *This is a date night or moms night out idea! Not for kids.* About the show- From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! Featuring an all-woman cast and all-woman band, SIX has won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. SIX opens July 5, 2022. The show runs approximately 80 minutes with no intermission.

    Age Group: Recommended for ages 12 and up. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre but Don’t Lose Ur Head; we love our Queens of all ages!

    For more information visit: https://www.broadwayatthenational.com/show/sixInstagram: @broadwaynatdc Twitter: @BroadwayNatDC Facebook: @BroadwayAtTheNational 

  • 02

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    All day
    09/02/2022

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    Date: Daily

    Location: Charles County Maryland Parks & Rec Facilities

    Details: From open gym to dance classes and family friendly events to kids courses; Charles County Parks and Recreation has many options.

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: Most Activities have a fee

    CCPR Event Calendar Link

  • 02

    INDOOR MINI GOLF AT SCARY STROKES

    3:00 PM-9:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    INDOOR MINI GOLF: SCARY STROKES

    Dates/Times:

    • Mondays – Closed (Except on Holidays or School Breaks Open for Family Fun)
    • Tuesday – Thursday – 3pm – 9pm
    • Friday – 2pm – 12am
    • Saturday – 10am – 12am
    • ​Sundays:  10am – 8pm

    Location: Scary Strokes – Waldorf , MD

    Details: Enjoy indoor mini golf and arcade.

    Event Type: Family Fun

    Age: All

    Cost: Vary Depending on age/Price range $5-10 per person/ Military Discounts!

    Link

     

     

  • 02

    FAMILY FUN CENTER - ACTION JAXX

    3:00 PM-8:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    ACTION JAXX- WEEK DAY SCHEDULE

    Dates: Monday-Friday

    Time: 3PM-8PM

    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

  • 02

    NATIONAL THEATER SIX

    7:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    NATIONAL THEATER – SIX

    Dates: July 5 – September 4, 2022 (Check Site for specific date and time)

    Times: 7:30 PM

    Location: National Theater- Washington DC

    Details: *This is a date night or moms night out idea! Not for kids.* About the show- From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! Featuring an all-woman cast and all-woman band, SIX has won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. SIX opens July 5, 2022. The show runs approximately 80 minutes with no intermission.

    Age Group: Recommended for ages 12 and up. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre but Don’t Lose Ur Head; we love our Queens of all ages!

    For more information visit: https://www.broadwayatthenational.com/show/sixInstagram: @broadwaynatdc Twitter: @BroadwayNatDC Facebook: @BroadwayAtTheNational 

  • 02

    FRIDAY MAKE AND TAKE

    5:00 PM-7:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    MAKE AND TAKE

    Date: September 2, 2022

    Time: 5:00PM-7:00PM

    Location: Board and Brush Leonardtown- 41665 Fenwick St. Leonardtown, MD

    Details: Art Walk & Sidewalk Chalk Contest…We have a lot to celebrate this First Friday! Put B|b Leonardtown at the top of your to-do list!! We are hosting a walk-in Make & Take from 5-7pm right out front of the studio!! No need to register…just walk right up and pick out your project. See you there!

    https://boardandbrush.com/leonardtown/#Calendar-workshop

    We will have designs for children and adults. All boards are 6×24 and come pre-stained and dry brushed.

     

  • 02

    LEONARDTOWN SUMMER MUSIC

    5:30 PM-7:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    LEONARDTOWN SUMMER MUSIC
    Date: September 2, 2022

    Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

    Location: Leonardtown Square

    Details:

    The Town of Leonardtown, the Leonardtown Business Association and the St. Mary’s County Arts Council are proud to announce another fun, FREE concert. Join us for an exciting evening of music on Friday, September 2nd when the Higher Standards Jazz Trio takes the stage in Leonardtown Square from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. during A&E First Friday.

    Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a wonderful evening of music in the Square. Save on gas and travel to and from the concert on the Leonardtown Trolley (providing FREE Trolley rides all evening long from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.).

    For more information about music in Leonardtown visit: https://www.visitleonardtownmd.com/leonardtownmusicfest

    link

  • 02

    SUMMER FEST

    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    SUMMER FEST

    Date: September 2, 2022

    Time: 6-9PM

    Location: Shops at Waldorf- 3003 Festival Way

    Details: First Friday is right around the corner & we’ll BE BACK with another HOT BAND🔥 visit CCSummerfest.eventbrite.com for Vendor and food truck opportunities!!

    Cost: Free

    Link

     

  • 02

    FIRST FRIDAYS - NORTH BEACH

    6:00 PM-9:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    FIRST FRIDAYS

    Date: September 2, 2022

    Time: 6:00-9:00 PM

    Location: North Beach

    Details:

    Head to North Beach on the First Friday of each month from May through October! From 6 to 9 pm, enjoy DJ music, classic cars, food trucks, beer, wine, and spirits vendors, small pop-up shops, craft vendors, and free beach access. And, while you’re there, be sure to peruse the shops and eat at one of the restaurants or stop by for a sweet treat on your way home. Download a First Fridays flyer at: https://www.northbeachmd.org/special-events/pages/first-fridays

    Where do I park?
    Parking is available in the two town-owned parking lots in close proximity to the beach, boardwalk and town businesses. The Senior Center parking lot is available on the weekends only. There is also a privately-owned lot that offers paid parking. On street parking is available, however, some areas are for residents only and there may be a time limit in other areas. All parking west of Chesapeake Avenue is resident parking only. Please pay attention to signage.

    Link

  • 02

    SOMD BLUE CRABS GAME

    6:30 PM-9:00 PM
    09/02/2022

    SOMD BLUE CRABS GAME –
    Location: Regency Furniture Stadium
    Date: Friday Game
    Time: 6:30 PM

    Details: SOMD Blue Crabs VS Lancaster Barnstormers ⚾️Baseball is a family game. Instead of sitting at home playing board games, bring the family out to the ballpark for a night of fun! 🌭 Farm Fresh Night. In a tribute to Southern Maryland’s fertile roots, the Crabs will host a local farmer’s market. Field of Dreams- Come enjoy a Dyersville, Iowa inspired night at Regency Furniture Stadium!

    Link
  • 03

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    All day
    09/03/2022

    CCPR EVENT CALENDAR

    Date: Daily

    Location: Charles County Maryland Parks & Rec Facilities

    Details: From open gym to dance classes and family friendly events to kids courses; Charles County Parks and Recreation has many options.

    Age Group: All Ages

    Cost: Most Activities have a fee

    CCPR Event Calendar Link

  • 03

    INDOOR MINI GOLF AT SCARY STROKES

    10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    09/03/2022

    INDOOR MINI GOLF: SCARY STROKES

    Dates/Times:

    • Mondays – Closed (Except on Holidays or School Breaks Open for Family Fun)
    • Tuesday – Thursday – 3pm – 9pm
    • Friday – 2pm – 12am
    • Saturday – 10am – 12am
    • ​Sundays:  10am – 8pm

    Location: Scary Strokes – Waldorf , MD

    Details: Enjoy indoor mini golf and arcade.

    Event Type: Family Fun

    Age: All

    Cost: Vary Depending on age/Price range $5-10 per person/ Military Discounts!

    Link

     

     

  • 03

    LITTLE LEAPERS

    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    09/03/2022

    LITTLE LEAPERS

    Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays and now (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)

    Time: Week Days 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)

    Location: Sky Zone Waldorf- 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains, MD 20695

    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.

    Little Leapers sessions include a mix of structured and unstructured activities lead by instructors and/or parents that allow children to explore, learn, and grow as they play.
    Active Play Time promotes exploration of the attractions in the park while helping to develop hand-eye coordination, balance, and social skills.
    Craft Time – Nurture Their Creativity!
    Kids are natural creators, filled with curiosity and imagination. Our craft projects are uniquely designed to nurture our Little Leapers creativity and help develop a lifelong love for crafting! Craft Time is the perfect way to cultivate new skills and interests in the next generation.
    Special Guests Appearances provides endless entertainment for our Little Leapers. Please follow us on Facebook, IG, Twitter or our website calendar for information on when we will have Special Guests in the park. You never know who will FLY in and save the day! It’s a ROARING good time.

    Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.

    Cost: $10

    Event Link

  • 03

    FAMILY FUN CENTER - ACTION JAXX

    10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    09/03/2022

    ACTION JAXX- WEEKEND SCHEDULE

    Dates: Saturdays & Sundays

    Time: 10AM-8PM

    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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The Playful Parent was created by Kristy a mother of three energetic boys. She has a Bachelors degree with a interest in 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 page 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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