Details: Bring the family and have some old-fashioned fun at Family Skate at the newly renovated Leonard Hall! Listen to some tunes on R&P’s new speaker system! Activity Code 323608-A
Cost: $5
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ACTION JAXX OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE
Date & Time:
Location: 3443 Rockefeller CT. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: This this family entertainment center is full of fun!
Cost: $15
FAMILY SKATE
Details: Bring the family and have some old-fashioned fun at Family Skate at the newly renovated Leonard Hall! Listen to some tunes on R&P’s new speaker system! Activity Code 323608-A
Cost: $5
MONDAY STORY TIME AT WALDORF WEST- SCHEDULE
Date: Every Monday
Time:
Location: Charles County Public Library- Waldorf West
Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
Event Type: Library
Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
Cost: Free
Event Link
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
OPEN GYM/HOMESCHOOL ELITE DROP-IN HOURS
Date: Monday – Friday
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym – 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD
Details: Good news the usual weekly homeschool open free play open Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM. Always call first before attending, especially on holidays.
Cost: $5 per kid, Free for Rec Pass holders
ST MARY’S COUNTY STORY TIME
Date: Tuesday Schedule
Details:
Cost: FREE
TUESDAY STORY TIME AT POTOMAC- SCHEDULE
Date: Every Tuesday
Time:
Location: Charles County Public Library- Potomac Branch
Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
Event Type: Library
Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
Cost: Free
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
Date: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s Weekly
Time: 10:00AM- 12:00 PM
Location: Skyzone Waldorf- 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains, MD
Details: 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
OPEN GYM/HOMESCHOOL ELITE DROP-IN HOURS
Date: Monday – Friday
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym – 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD
Details: Good news the usual weekly homeschool open free play open Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM. Always call first before attending, especially on holidays.
Cost: $5 per kid, Free for Rec Pass holders
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
ST MARY’S COUNTY STORY TIME
Date: WEDNESDAY Schedule
Details:
Cost: FREE
WEDNESDAY STORY TIME -PD BROWN BRANCH
Date: Wednesday’s
Times:
Location: Charles Coutny Pyblic Library- PD Brown Branch
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- PD Brown
Event Type: Library
Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
Event Link
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
ACTION JAXX OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE
Date & Time:
Location: 3443 Rockefeller CT. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: This this family entertainment center is full of fun!
Cost: $15
OPEN GYM/HOMESCHOOL ELITE DROP-IN HOURS
Date: Monday – Friday
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym – 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD
Details: Good news the usual weekly homeschool open free play open Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM. Always call first before attending, especially on holidays.
Cost: $5 per kid, Free for Rec Pass holders
HOMESCHOOL ARTCLUB
Dates: Wednesdays/Thursdays
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00PM
Location: Potomac Branch & La Plata Branch
Details: STEM Club and ART Club alternate each week at Potomac and La Plata Branch each Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM. Each week is a different topic. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. See the Charles County Public Library Calendar for complete details and to sign-up. Must register for each weeks club date.
Registration: REQUIRED!
Age Group: 7-15
Cost: FREE
ST MARY’S COUNTY STORY TIME
Date: Thursday’s
Details:
Cost: FREE
THURSDAY STORY TIME -LA PLATA
Date: THURSDAY’S
Times:
Location: Charles County Public Library- PD Brown Branch
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- PD Brown
Event Type: Library
Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
ACTION JAXX OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE
Date & Time:
Location: 3443 Rockefeller CT. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: This this family entertainment center is full of fun!
Cost: $15
Date: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s Weekly
Time: 10:00AM- 12:00 PM
Location: Skyzone Waldorf- 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains, MD
Details: 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
OPEN GYM/HOMESCHOOL ELITE DROP-IN HOURS
Date: Monday – Friday
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym – 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD
Details: Good news the usual weekly homeschool open free play open Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM. Always call first before attending, especially on holidays.
Cost: $5 per kid, Free for Rec Pass holders
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
HOMESCHOOL ARTCLUB
Dates: Wednesdays/Thursdays
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00PM
Location: Potomac Branch & La Plata Branch
Details: STEM Club and ART Club alternate each week at Potomac and La Plata Branch each Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM. Each week is a different topic. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. See the Charles County Public Library Calendar for complete details and to sign-up. Must register for each weeks club date.
Registration: REQUIRED!
Age Group: 7-15
Cost: FREE
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
ACTION JAXX OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE
Date & Time:
Location: 3443 Rockefeller CT. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: This this family entertainment center is full of fun!
Cost: $15
OPEN GYM/HOMESCHOOL ELITE DROP-IN HOURS
Date: Monday – Friday
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym – 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD
Details: Good news the usual weekly homeschool open free play open Monday through Friday 11AM-3PM. Always call first before attending, especially on holidays.
Cost: $5 per kid, Free for Rec Pass holders
FAMILY GLOW JUMP
Date: Most Friday Nights
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 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)
HOME DEPOT BUILD
Date: 1st Saturday of each month
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: HOME DEPOT – WALDORF
Details: Create your own wooden project each month. All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
Event Type: Educational
Age Group: Kids/All Ages
Cost: FREE
LAPLATA FARMERS MARKET- SCHEDULE
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY
Dates:
Time: 10AM-5PM
Location: Third Eye Comic Locations (Waldorf, Lexington Park & Annapolis)
Details: Visit Third Eye Comic Saturday’s in May to get a free comic and fill in the checklist to score a free graphic novel.
More Info: See Flyer
Details: Celebrate the arrival of spring with us at Historic St. Mary’s City! Play 17th-century games, enjoy hands-on nature activities, and explore the beautiful landscape. General Admission provides access to all indoor & outdoor exhibits.
Location: Three Locations
Section A: Northeast Community Center
Section B: Mt. Hope Community Center
Section C: Southern Community Center
Details: Join CCPR to Celebrate National Star Wars Day. Come challenge your inner Jedi skills with various games and activities. Feel free to wear your favorite Star Wars gear. This event will be held in each district so please register for your preferred location.
LOCAL STRAWBERRY PICKING
Date: May-June
Time: Vary by Location
Location: SOMD
Details: See Guide for local farms that offer strawberry picking.
ACTION JAXX OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE
Date & Time:
Location: 3443 Rockefeller CT. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: This this family entertainment center is full of fun!
Cost: $15
SPRING FESTIVAL
Date: May 4-5, 2024
Time: 12PM-8PM
Location: St. Mary’s Fairgrounds- 29251 Three Notch Road , Mechanicsville, MD, United States, Maryland 20659
May 4, 2024 3:00 PM
Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
47855 College Dr, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686
FREE CONCERT – NO TICKETS REQUIRED
May 5, 2024 3:00 PM
Patuxent High School
12485 Southern Connector Blvd, Lusby, MD 20657
FREE CONCERT – NO TICKETS REQUIRED
Description:
COSMIC Symphony’s concert titled Sounds of the Screen will feature International Vocalist Lisa Harman and the music heard across your favorite films, including Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean, James Bond, Titanic, and more. COSMIC Symphony is pleased to present these concerts free of charge.
YOUTH NIGHT
Date: May 4th
Time: 5PM-7PM
Location: St Joseph’s in Pomfret , MD
Details: Youth in Middle and High School are welcome to join our monthly Youth Night.
Ready for a challenge? Join us for a thrilling scavenger hunt in the style of “The Amazing Race” this Youth Night! 🕵️♂️🏃♀️ Explore our parish, uncover hidden treasures, and connect with our faith in a fun, dynamic way.
Don’t miss out—great fun and cool prizes guaranteed! Bring a friend and let’s race to the finish line! 🏆
(Mass at 4pm in the church as well!)
YOUTH NIGHT AT PCC
Date: 5/4/2024
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Make your donation at the door ~ all proceeds will directly support the PPC Youth Group. Your support is truly appreciated!
To learn more about our church: www.paxpres.com.
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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