Month of the Young Child
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Frederick County Public Schools Youth Art Month Unified Exhibition
Frederick County Public Schools Youth Art Month Unified Exhibition
A month-long exhibition showcasing artwork by FCPS students with disabilities and special needs.
Art Carts: All Month Long!
Art Carts: All Month Long!
Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different FREE activities each month, with the how-to videos available on the Delaplaine’s YouTube channel! FREE Available any…
Alphabet Train: The Letters O & P
Alphabet Train: The Letters O & P
For ages 3 - 6. Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome. This program takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll County Public Library…
14 events,
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
Read and Play
Read and Play
For ages Birth - 24 Months. Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg…
Twos and Threes Together
Twos and Threes Together
For ages 2 - 3. This lively fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. This free event takes place at the Taneytown Branch of Carroll County Public Library. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
11 events,
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…
Move & Groove Storytime
Move & Groove Storytime
For ages Birth - 8. Join us for this energetic and interactive storytime. Explore your favorite children's books (and find some new ones) through song, dance, and creative movement. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll…
Ready, Set, School!
Ready, Set, School!
For ages 3 - 6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. This free event takes place at the Mount Airy Branch of Carroll County Public…
12 events,
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver.
8 events,
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
Baby Masterpieces
Baby Masterpieces
Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Friday, April 5th from 10:15-11:00AM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9894497 Located at the Bel Air Library of the Harford County Public Library. 100…
Musical Storytime: Aliens!
Musical Storytime: Aliens!
Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. We come in peace . . . Join us for a special storytime complete with flying saucers, songs and stories about visitors from…
9 events,
Stories & Art in the Galleries: The Hidden Rainbow
Stories & Art in the Galleries: The Hidden Rainbow
Join the Chesapeake Arts Center for our newest family program: Stories & Art in the Galleries! Children will enjoy a story and complimentary age-appropriate art activity while viewing CAC's latest gallery exhibit. In conjunction with the Maryland Day celebration, we're…
Imagination Celebration Kick Off Event
Imagination Celebration Kick Off Event
Are you ready for a free, family-friendly, fun-filled day complete with stories, animals, puppets, and more? Join us on Saturday, April 6, from 10am to 2pm at the Central Library for our Imagination Celebration Kick Off event! Meet Tammi Sauer…
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
1 event,
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
11 events,
Mini Makers Art Play
Mini Makers Art Play
Taught by Bethany Love at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Mondays- 10:00-11:00am Ages 18 months - 4 years Starts 3/18 through 4/29 (no class 4/1) Member Tuition - $120 Non-member - $145 Class ID:W24BL2 www.marylandhall.org Mini Makers…
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way…
15 events,
School Readiness Symposium: “A Window into Maryland’s Early Learning Standards”
School Readiness Symposium: “A Window into Maryland’s Early Learning Standards”
Our panel of speakers will be highlighting the process of developing the Standards as well as participating in a facilitated conversation about implementing them most effectively in a variety of ECE settings. In addition to the keynote presentation, participants will…
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Taught by Cheryl Mauck at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Tues & Thurs 9.00 - 9.45am Ages 1 - 3 years with a parent or caregiver 4 classes: April 9, April 11, April 16, April 18 Member…
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
8 events,
Move & Groove Storytime
Move & Groove Storytime
For ages Birth - 8. Join us for this energetic and interactive storytime. Explore your favorite children's book (and find some new ones) through song, dance, and creative movement! This free event take place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll…
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
5 events,
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Taught by Cheryl Mauck at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Tues & Thurs 9.00 - 9.45am Ages 1 - 3 years with a parent or caregiver 4 classes: April 9, April 11, April 16, April 18 Member…
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
3 events,
Musical Storytime
Musical Storytime
Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language…
Irvine Nature Center Tales & Tails Story Time in Nature
Irvine Nature Center Tales & Tails Story Time in Nature
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather) at Irvine Nature Center. This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and…
7 events,
Chesapeake Arts Center’s 3rd Annual Open House
Chesapeake Arts Center’s 3rd Annual Open House
Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) celebrates World Art Day at our 3rd Annual FREE Open House. Featuring fun, creative, and interactive activities for the whole family, the Open House will feature a variety of arts activities representing cultures from around the…
Kinder Theater Vacation Imagination: All Month Long!
Kinder Theater Vacation Imagination: All Month Long!
Young actors will use their imaginations as their guide on exciting adventures to various exotic lands and faraway locations! Swing from vines in the jungle, hunt for treasure on an island, and soar through space in a rocket ship! Students…
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family, designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.
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Mini-Montessori for 2-6 year olds
Mini-Montessori for 2-6 year olds
Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand. There is no “right way” to…
10 events,
Mini Makers Art Play
Mini Makers Art Play
Taught by Bethany Love at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Mondays- 10:00-11:00am Ages 18 months - 4 years Starts 3/18 through 4/29 (no class 4/1) Member Tuition - $120 Non-member - $145 Class ID:W24BL2 www.marylandhall.org Mini Makers…
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way…
10 events,
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Taught by Cheryl Mauck at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Tues & Thurs 9.00 - 9.45am Ages 1 - 3 years with a parent or caregiver 4 classes: April 9, April 11, April 16, April 18 Member…
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
Earth Day Art and Stories
Earth Day Art and Stories
Get creative and enjoy earth-themed stories and hands-on projects. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Tuesday, April 16th from 10:15-11:15AM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9895657 Located at the Darlington Library of the Harford County Public Library. 3535 Conowingo Rd…
6 events,
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
Bouncing Babies
Bouncing Babies
Join us for a story time with rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story. Ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at any story time. Queen Anne's County Library Kent Island Branch 200 Library Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666 Free…
3 events,
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Come With Me – Rhythm, Dance, and Props
Taught by Cheryl Mauck at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Tues & Thurs 9.00 - 9.45am Ages 1 - 3 years with a parent or caregiver 4 classes: April 9, April 11, April 16, April 18 Member…
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
2 events,
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language…
Irvine Nature Center Tales & Tails Story Time in Nature
Irvine Nature Center Tales & Tails Story Time in Nature
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather) at Irvine Nature Center. This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and…
4 events,
SPRINGfest at Irvine Nature Center
SPRINGfest at Irvine Nature Center
Celebrate Spring at Irvine Nature Center with lots of family fun with games, crafts, nature activities, and live animal encounters. Plant seeds to take home, build a bird nest of your own, explore the woodland garden looking for birds along…
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family, designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.
Family Music Class
Family Music Class
Join us for a family music class with 2020 Queen Anne’s County teacher of the year Heather Efland. We will do various musical activities including playing percussion instruments, singing, and dancing. come ready to participate in this fun engaging musical…
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Read, Sign, And Play at Sensory Sunday
Read, Sign, And Play at Sensory Sunday
Read, Sign, and Play! Join in the fun as author Kathy MacMillan shares her books Nita's First Signs, Nita's Day, and The Runaway Shirt, along with American Sign Language songs and action rhymes.
9 events,
Mini Makers Art Play
Mini Makers Art Play
Taught by Bethany Love at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Mondays- 10:00-11:00am Ages 18 months - 4 years Starts 3/18 through 4/29 (no class 4/1) Member Tuition - $120 Non-member - $145 Class ID:W24BL2 www.marylandhall.org Mini Makers…
Baby Masterpieces
Baby Masterpieces
Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Monday, April 22nd from 10:30-11:15AM Register your baby here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9930616 Located at the Fallston Library of the Harford County Public Library. 1461 Fallston Rd Fallston, MD 21047
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way…
8 events,
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
Art and Stories
Art and Stories
Get creative and enjoy stories and art-themed, hands-on projects. Tuesday, April 23 at 10:15-11:00AM Learn more here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9894806 Located at the Joppa Library of the Harford County Public Library. 655 Towne Center Dr. Joppa, MD 21085
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 3-5 years with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
4 events,
Bouncing Babies
Bouncing Babies
Join us for a story time with rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story. Ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at any story time. Queen Anne's County Library Kent Island Branch 200 Library Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666 Free…
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning…
2 events,
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Stories, movement, play, and songs for babies in arms and toddlers together. Playtime follows. For little ones under two with a favorite adult. All abilities welcome.
4 events,
Building Blocks Playtime
Building Blocks Playtime
For ages Birth - 5. Did you know block play contributes to early childhood development? Join us at the Mount Airy Branch of Carroll County Public Library as we stack, sort, build bridges, and lay the foundation for building confidence,…
Messy Makers
Messy Makers
Get ready to have fun and make artistic (and messy!) creations using a variety of art supplies and techniques. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Friday, April 26 from 10:15-11:00AM Register Here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9899001 Located at the Bel…
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language…
3 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Movement, music, stories and fun for the whole family, designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver.
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning…
Imagination Time
Imagination Time
Join us for Imagination Time at P.D. Brown Saturday, April 27th at 11:00am! Our monthly Imagination Time will be kicked off with a Story Time to get the creative juices flowing, followed by an opportunity to stay and play! We…
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6 events,
Mini Makers Art Play
Mini Makers Art Play
Taught by Bethany Love at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Mondays- 10:00-11:00am Ages 18 months - 4 years Starts 3/18 through 4/29 (no class 4/1) Member Tuition - $120 Non-member - $145 Class ID:W24BL2 www.marylandhall.org Mini Makers…
Family Event
Family Event
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way…
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking.
3 events,
Art Explorers
Art Explorers
Bring your little ones in for story time and art projects that promote early learning! Supported by the North Harford Friends of HCPL. Promote early literacy through stories, songs, and art projects! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more…
Imagine Art – Play In Clay
Imagine Art – Play In Clay
Taught by Holly Rosario at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Tuesdays starting April 9 – May 28 45 min (4:00PM- 4:45 PM) 8 classes Ages Kindergarten - 2nd Grade $115 member tuition $135 non-member tuition Class ID:…
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
Join Miss Lisa every Tuesday for an afternoon of crafts and open art exploration. Some projects may get messy, so please wear your play clothes or bring a smock.