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what’s up for the weekend: december 14-16

what’s up for the weekend: december 14-16

Feeling a bit stressed with holiday prep? {Us, too!} At least we have your weekend covered — escape the malls with some of these GREAT events happening around town. (cool) approved and sure to please the whole fam! {And don’t forget to check out our listing of holiday happenings around Baltimore, too…}
Holiday Pops with the [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: december 7-9

what’s up for the weekend: december 7-9

Lot’s of fun things happening in and around Charm City this weekend — and if the Grinch has got you, there are even (cool) non-holiday activities happening! Here are our best bets for fam-friendly fun:
Santa’s Workshop at Kiddie Crusoe
Does your child love to do their own Holiday Shopping? Bring them to Kiddie Crusoe where their [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: november 16-19

what’s up for the weekend: november 16-19

Thanksgiving may be next week, but the city is starting to erupt in silver bells! Santa arrives downtown with great fanfare, Waterfront Partnership is throwing their second annual Winter Wonderland bash {we’ll be there with a super cool photo booth!}, imagination festival at Enoch Pratt and so much more. Here are our top picks for [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: november 9-11

what’s up for the weekend: november 9-11

It’s a weekend of cultural events in and around Baltimore! You can become an archeologist, try out some step-dancing and rock out with Sheldon Low all without leaving the Greater Baltimore area. Other fun events include fairy-ment at Oregon Ridge, Neighborhood Toy Store Day, turkey time and dangling diadems… check out our top picks for [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: november 2-4

what’s up for the weekend: november 2-4

Get out of the house after being cooped up because of the storm. Lots of family-friendly options — including Fridays after Five at the National Aquarium, homemade ravioli, pumpkin chucking and MORE! Here are our best bets for fam-friendly fun. For a complete list of area events, check out our calendar.
Greek Food and Culture Festival
Lot’s [...]

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baltimore’s spooktacular halloween events for families

baltimore’s spooktacular halloween events for families

We’re skipping our traditional “what’s up for the weekend” this week in order to bring you a round-up of all the fab spooktacular events for families (most of which happen this weekend!). How will you get your ghoul on?
ZooBoo!
Calling all you friendly ghosts and goblins. We hope you’ll join us for a frightfully fun and [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: october 19-21

what’s up for the weekend: october 19-21

Looks like a weekend full of pumpkintastic fun! Harbor Harvest at West Shore Park, Seton Hill French Fair, Renaissance Festival at the Walters and MORE! There is no shortage of fun-for-the-whole-family options. Check out our weekend picks:
Storytime at Ladew Topiary Gardens: Animal Disguises
Many animals have their ways of disguising themselves to either hide from or [...]

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what’s up for the weekend: oct 12-14

what’s up for the weekend: oct 12-14

Chilly temps are here — looks like fall has definitely arrived! Luckily, there is no shortage of fun, grab a jacket and get-your-hot-cocoa-on events in and around the city this weekend. Lots of opportunities to keep everyone busy! Here are our best bets for fam-friendly fun:
Family Nature Explorers at Ladew Topiary Gardens
Stop by the learning [...]

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around charm city

May
22
Wed
9:00 am Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
May 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 am
Come check out Irvine’s geocaching trail, created with help from the Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation! Bring your own GPS or members can [...]
11:00 am Storytime at Greetings and Readings @ Greetings & Readings
Storytime at Greetings and Readings @ Greetings & Readings
May 22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Baltimore parents bring their children to meet Miss Emma every Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Kids Story Time. Miss Emma carefully selects the books to [...]
May
23
Thu
9:00 am Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
May 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 am
Come check out Irvine’s geocaching trail, created with help from the Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation! Bring your own GPS or members can [...]
10:00 am Tiny Tinkerers @ Maryland Science Center
Tiny Tinkerers @ Maryland Science Center
May 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
An exciting exploration time designed for younger children and their adult caregivers. Enjoy the Kids Room’s Discovery Space completely field trip free until 11:00 AM. [...]
May
24
Fri
9:00 am Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
May 24 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 am
Come check out Irvine’s geocaching trail, created with help from the Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation! Bring your own GPS or members can [...]
10:00 am Tots & Trails @ Irvine Nature Center
Tots & Trails @ Irvine Nature Center
May 24 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Join Irvine for a few animal stories followed by an animal meet & greet! This fall, we’ll have this program every Friday. Get an up-close [...]
10:30 am Half Pint Club @ Whole Foods, Mount Washington
Half Pint Club @ Whole Foods, Mount Washington
May 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Join us for a wonderful fun-filled story time & activities. Kids get a Half Pint Card that they show in various departments on Fridays to [...]
May
25
Sat
all-day Asian Pacific Heritage Celebration @ Port Discovery Children's Museum
Asian Pacific Heritage Celebration @ Port Discovery Children's Museum
May 25 all-day
Join us for a celebration of the traditions and culture of Asian Pacific heritage with performances and more! Art Ala Cart: 10 am- 1 pm [...]
all-day Brew at the Zoo @ Maryland Zoo in Baltimore @ Waterfowl Lake Pavilion
Brew at the Zoo @ Maryland Zoo in Baltimore @ Waterfowl Lake Pavilion
May 25 – May 26 all-day
Raise your glass and come celebrate Brew at the Zoo! As the largest fundraiser of the year, this event couples food and beverage with live [...]
9:00 am Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
Self-Guided Geocaching Trail @ Irvine Nature Center
May 25 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 am
Come check out Irvine’s geocaching trail, created with help from the Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation! Bring your own GPS or members can [...]

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