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LETS GO FISHING- FREE FISHING
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/lets-go-fishing-free-fishing/Free Fishing
Options for fishing in Maryland without a fishing license
- Normally a license is required to Fish in Maryland but there are a few exceptions to this requirement.
The first option is there are specific areas in Maryland that are designated License Free Fishing Areas throughout the tidal portions of the Chesapeake Bay and one nontidal location. You are required to observe all fishing laws and regulations. A free MD/PRFC angler registration is also required for anglers fishing without a license in designated tidal license free fishing areas, you may register online. You can see a list of license free locations on the following page: License Free Fishing Areas – - CHARLES COUNTY LOCATION IS –Friendship Landing Park-4705 Friendship Landing Road Nanjemoy, MD 20662
- The second option is that Maryland hosts Free Fishing Days. During a free fishing day, a person may catch and possess finfish in the tidal and nontidal waters of the State for recreational purposes without an angler’s license, Chesapeake Bay sportfishing license, or any fishing stamp normally required by the State, but shall otherwise observe all fishing laws and regulations. Maryland’s free fishing days are the first two Saturdays in June and July 4.
- Lastly, all those folks under 16 years of age are allowed to fish without a license.
INDOOR PLAYGROUND HOURS- AAFB
JBA COMMUNITY COMMONShttps://www.facebook.com/AndrewsCAC/1442 Concord Ave, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland 20762INDOOR PLAYGROUND HOURS- ANDREWS AIRFORCE BASE JBA (BASE ACCESS ONLY)
Date: OPEN DAILY
Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: JBA Community Commons, 1442 Concord Ave, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland 20762
Details: Did you miss the Grand Opening ribbon-cutting ceremony?! No problem you can still visit daily. The hours of the indoor playground will be the same as the normal JBA Community Commons hours (Monday to Saturday 7 am. to 8 p.m.) except in the case of reservations by private parties. Please reach out to their page directly for more details. This is for base access DOD and Military ID families.
Event Type: Grand Opening
Age Group: All Ages
Cost: FREE
Registration: Drop-InESCAPE VELOCITY- MUSEUM OF SCIENCE FICTION
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/escape-velocity-museum-of-science-fiction/What is Escape Velocity?A 3-day event featuring over-the-horizon technology and panels on hard science and pop culture. Hands-on STEAM activities for kids. Amazing costumes and evening events for adults. Screenings of 2001: A Space Odyssey, film festival, astronauts, authors, artists, gaming, and much more!What are the dates for Escape Velocity 2018?May 25 – 27, 2018Where will it be held this year?Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center 201 Waterfront Street National Harbor, MD 20745How much are tickets?Day Passes start at $25 per person. Children 10 and under are FREE!!! Ticket LinkWhat programs are offered?Check out there awesome schedule here: Program GuideWill The Playful Parent be hosting a giveaway?Yes, a family ticket giveaway is coming soon and will be available April 7, 2018. Plus, The Playful Parent has partnered with Escape Velocity this year to host a children board game library in which families can check out board games at the convention.Check out the awesome video show casing the event:STRAWBERRY PICKING SEASON
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/strawberry-picking-season/STRAWBERRY PICKING SEASON
Date: Prime Strawberry picking dates range between Mid May to Early July
Details: The warm weather has arrived and berry picking season is upon us! Check out the BERRY PICKING GUIDE for information on pick your own farms in Southern Maryland, as well as fun crafts and recipes.
Cost: Varies by location
LITTLE JUMPER- PUMP IT UP
PUMP IT UPhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/little-jumper-pump-it-up/109 Post Office Road B, Waldorf, MD 20602Little 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. ***
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 – 11:00 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 Per child
More Information: www.uniquesportsacademy.com
OPEN PLAY EVERY DAY
FAMILY PLACE TO PLAYhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/open-play-every-day-3/3443 Rockefeller Ct, Waldorf, MD 20602Date: FRIDAYS
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 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/EARLY LITERACY- DNB (BA)
DAHLGREN NAVY BASEhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/early-literacy-dnb-ba/6090 Jenkins Rd, Dahlgren, VA 22448-5140, United StatesEARLY LITERACY – DAHLGREN LIBRARY (BASE ACCESS ONLY)
Date: Every Friday
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Dahlgren Library
Details: Early literacy is a great way to meet other parents and caregivers.All ages are welcome at every storytime, encouraging reading, talking, singing, and play are proven ways to encourage brain development, even in babies! Join us at the library every Friday at 10am for songs, stories, crafts, and playtime! Friday storytimes will include baby geared songs as well as books and crafts for pre-school ages.
Event Type: Workshop
Age Group: 1-5 Years Old
Cost: FREE
Information: STEM EVENT LINKELITE GYM PARENT & TODDLER DROP IN
ELITE GYMhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/elite-gym-parent-toddler-drop-in/2745 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD 20601Date/Time: Every Mon/Wed/Fri 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM & Saturday’s 12:00 PM -12:45 PM
Location: Elite Gymnastics, Waldorf, MD 20603
Details: The Parent & Toddler Drop In program is a great opportunity for caregivers to spend quality time with their little one while they develop; body awareness, balance, fitness, listening and social skills, plus fun and activities using gymnastic apparatus. Parent Supervision is required. Parent/Guardian must be within arm’s reach of a child at all times. 2 children per adult.
***Always call to confirm this event is taking place. Sometimes they are canceled last minute. Center follows school closure schedule.***
Ages Group: 6 months-5 yrs old
Cost: $5 Per child
Information: www.charlescountyparks.com/recreation/recreationLEISURE (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/
WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
WALDORF SKATE CENTERhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/waldorf-skate-center-open-skate/3410 Leonardtown Road Waldorf, MD 20601WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
Dates/Times:
Tuesday Evening 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Roller-skating is one way for kids to get some exercise and it’s something the whole family can do. Waldorf Roller Skating Center Roller and Inline Skating Rink offers open skating, where the rink is open to the public, as well as private access to the skating rink for events such as a birthday party. The rink offers rentals for regular roller skates and you are free to bring your own regular or inline skates. For beginners, skating classes are available for kids and adults of all ages. ***Always call first or check site before attending event***
Cost:
Family Night (Tuesday Night)
$4.00 for Admission + $1.00 Skate Rental
Afternoon Skate Sessions
$7.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate RentalEvening Skate Session
$8.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate RentalContact us at:
http://www.waldorfskatingcenter.comMCFAMILY FUN NIGHTS
MCDONALDS (MALL CIRCLE)https://theplayfulparent.org/event/mcfamily-fun-nights/11025 Mall Cir, Waldorf, MD 20603MCFAMILY FUN NIGHT
Date: Every Friday
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Waldorf, 11025 Mall Circle, Waldorf, MD 20603
Details: McDonalds hosts a great kids night every Friday Night. Most of the kids night are themed for the holidays or to go with the kids meal offered that month. (Check your mobile App for deals! Most Friday’s there are amazing diner specials.)
Event Type: Kids Night
Age Group: All Ages
Information: HAPPY MEAL MENU LINKULTIMATE DODGEBALL FRIDAYS
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/ultimate-dodgeball-fridays/ULTIMATE DODGE BALL
Date: April 20, 2018- May 25, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: John Hanson Community Center
Details: Every Friday Join in the ultimate dodge ball battle.
FREE CONCERTS ON THE BEACH- NORTH BEACH
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/free-concerts-on-the-beach-north-beach/During the summer season, FREE concerts are held on the pavilion in North Beach, Maryland. You can hear a wide variety of music including rock and roll, country, jazz and oldies to name a few. Concert goers: grab a bench on the boardwalk, put a chair in the sand or dance on the pavilion to some of the best local musical talent. On the Beach will be held on Friday evenings starting at 6:00 pm. Information for concerts at the beach can be found at Concerts on the Pavilion Link or Calendar Link . Schedule:
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 LINKBLUE CRABS BACKFIN BUDDIES SCHEDULE
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/blue-crabs-backfin-buddies-schedule/BLUE CRABS BACKFIN BUDDIES GAME SCHEDULE
Dates: NOT ALL FRIDAYS SEE SCHEDULE
- April 27, 2018
- May 11, 2018
- May 25, 2018
- June 8, 2018
- June 15, 2018
- July 6, 2018
- July 20, 2018
- July 27, 2018
- August 10, 2018
- August 17, 2018
- August 31, 2018
- September 14, 2018
Times: 6:35 PM
Location: Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (Regency Stadium) Piney Church Road, Waldorf, MD
For just $15, your child will get tickets to EVERY Blue Crabs Sunday home game, a sweatshirt drawstring backpack, plus tons of other perks that are only available to Backfin Buddies. Kits include:
- TICKET TO EVERY FRIDAY HOME GAME (12 GAMES)
- Chick-fil-a BACKFIN BUDDIES T-SHIRT – T-SHIRT SIZES ARE YOUTH SMALL – YOUTH EXTRA LARGE (SIZES ARE NOT GUARANTEED)
- PINCH PENCIL POUCH KIT
- Chick-fil-A KIDS MEAL COUPON
- FREE ICE CREAM AT FRIDAY GAMES
- PLAY ON THE PLAYGROUND FOR FREE ON FRIDAYS
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES- TOWN OF LAPLATA
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/summer-concert-series-town-of-laplata/The Town of La Plata is hosting summer concerts May-September every Friday at 7PM weather permitting. The weekly concerts take place outside on the lawn at La Plata Town Hall; so bring your lawn chairs or blankets for sitting. Feel free to pack a cooler (no alcohol permitted) or enjoy concession from local vendors. Your little ones will have a ball in the kid’s zone which allows parents to enjoy the concert while keeping an eye on the kiddos. The town provides bubbles, chalk, hula hoops and balls. Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit or extra change of clothes since the splash pad is turned on. With a variety of music styles ranging from oldies to country or jazz to classic rock there is something for everyone. For more details visit: Town of LaPlata link. Check out the 2018 schedule:
Friday May 25th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Drivin’ Muzzy
Friday June 1st: 7 PM to 9 PM- Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Show
Friday June 8th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Three Days of Rain
Friday June 15th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Trilogy
Friday June 22nd: 7 PM to 9 PM- Bye Felicia
Friday June 29th: 7 PM – U.S. Air Force Band Max Impact
Friday July 6th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Ryan Forrester Band
Friday July 13th: 7 PM- U.S. Navy Band The Commodores
Friday July 20th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Bucket List
Friday July 27th: 7 PM- U.S. Naval Academy Band Superintendent’s Combo
Friday August 3rd: 7 PM- 257th Army Band
Friday August 10th: 7 PM to 9 PM- The Muddy Crows
Friday August 17th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Band of Gold
Friday August 24th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Southern Maryland Concert Band
Friday August 31st: 7 PM to 9 PM- BackFin
Friday September 7th: 7 PM- U.S. Navy Band The Sea Chanters
Friday September 14th: 7 PM to 9 PM- Funkzilla
Friday September 21st: 7 PM to 9 PM- Pork Donut
Friday September 28th: 7 PM to 9 PM- John Luskey BandSALUTE THE SUNSET- FREE CONCERTS AT NATIONAL HARBOR
https://theplayfulparent.org/event/salute-the-sunset-free-concerts-at-national-harbor/There’s nothing more patriotic than spending the evening under the stars listing to the Nations Armed Forces bands over looking the nations capital. Visitors and local residents are invited to enjoy fFREE outdoor musical performances on Saturday nights from 7 to 8 pm. For more information visit http://www.nationalharbor.com/events/list/
May 12 – ARMY Downrange
May 19 – ARMY Downrange
May 25 – US ARMY Concert Band
June 2 – US Air Force Singing Sergeants
June 9 –Airmen of Note
June 16 – US Navy Commodores
June 23 – US Air Force Max Impact
June 30 – US Navy Sea Chanters
July 7 – US Air Force Singing Sergeants
July 14 – Navy Country Current
July 21 – US Air Force Max Impact
July 28 – US Air Force Max Impact
August 4 – 257th Army Band
August 11 – Navy Cruisers
August 18 – US Air Force Singing Sergeants
August 25 – US Air Force Band Airmen of Note
Sept 15 – US Air Force Singing Sergeants
Sept 22 – US ARMY DownrangeROCK N ROLL SKATE NIGHT
CAPITAL CLUB HOUSEhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/rock-n-roll-skate-night/3033 Waldorf Market Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603ROCK N ROLL SKATE
Date: ***HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH***
Time: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Capital Clubhouse, Waldorf, MD 20603
Cost: $12 (Includes Skate Rental)
Details: Come out for a fun night on the ice with dazzling strobe lights, fun music and glow sticks the last Friday of every month! No discount passes, or coupons.
Info: http://www.charlescountyparks.com/ Be sure to call before attending to make sure that the Rock n Roll Skate night is still on
FAMILY GLOW PARTY
SKYZONEhttps://theplayfulparent.org/event/family-glow-party/4390 Crain Hwy, White Plains, MD 20695FAMILY GLOW PARTY
Date: Friday Nights
Time: 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Skyzone Waldorf
Details: Enjoy a family friendly glow jump.
Event Type: Family Friendly
Age Group: All Ages
Cost: Jump Fee, Sock Fee ($3)
Information: https://www.facebook.com/pg/SkyZoneWaldorf/events/?ref=page_internal
- Normally a license is required to Fish in Maryland but there are a few exceptions to this requirement.