Events
Teddy Bear Picnic, Saturday, February 4, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway, Baltimore MD 21230. Bring your huggable friend to BMI for a fun-filled morning of crafts, stories, songs, and a Teddy Bear Parade. Then be chef for the day as you prepare lunch sandwiches using their tasty toppings and sit down for a picnic with family and friends (both real and stuffed!). Admission is BMI Members: $8 per person, Non-Members $10 per person. For details or to register, contact Gena at gmorris@thebmi.org or 410.727.4808 x132. For more information see www.thebmi.org
Great Scale Model Train Show, February 4 – 5, Saturday from 9am-4pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm, Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093 See 16 huge, detailed operating layouts, over 700 tables of model train merchandise for sale and a Thomas play area for kids. Saturday admission is $9, under 15 free, family $18, good for both days. Sunday admission is $8, under 15 free and family $15. For more information call 410-730-1036 or see http://www.GSMTS.com
19th Century Prince George's County, Saturdays, February 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10 am-12 noon, Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg MD 20710. Free, for all ages. Step out of the ordinary and come learn about a day in the life of an average Prince Georgian 200 years ago. This program includes a multimedia presentation and an interactive display of games, toys, and artifact reproductions. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited; reservations required in advance. For more information call 301-779-0371 or see www.pgparks.com
A Museum and Movie Night: Double Feature! Saturday, February 4, 4pm, The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 S Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727. Tour the museum, complete a children's activity, and then enjoy a movie night with your family. A double feature including Dolphin Tale at 4PM and The Way immediately following.. This event is free and open to the public, popcorn and drinks will be provided. For more information call 301-447-6606 or see www.setonheritage.org
Black History Month Family Day, Saturday, February 4, 11:30am – 3pm, American Art Museum, Kogod Courtyard, 8th and F Streets, NW Washington, DC Celebrate the start of Black History Month with a day of craft activities and live music for the whole family. Come for a day of music, dance, a special tour of the related exhibition, and hands-on activities. Included are Family books, Silhouette making, Contemporary pop art cereal box collage workshop (free gift for participants) , Photo booth, Artlab+ teens conduct interviews (Portrait Gallery Education Center) and Book signing. For more information see www.si.edu.
Dinosaur Park Programs, February 4 and 18, 12-4pm. Dinosaur Park is a 41-acre park in Laurel, Maryland, featuring a rare deposit of fossils from the Cretaceous Period (144 to 65 million years ago). On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, you can join paleontologists and volunteers on-site to interpret fossil deposits. For more information call 301-627-7755 or 301-627-1286 or see www.pgparks.com.
Frederick County Daddy Daughter Dance, February 4, 6-8:30pm, Frederick County Fair Grounds – Eventplex, 797 E Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701. For ages 4 -12. Take your little princess on a date to remember. Dress to impress while dancing the night away. Light refreshments will be served and photo opportunities will be available. Space is limited so sign up early. An adult male must accompany his princess. Admission is $40 per couple. $10 for each additional child. For more information call 301-600-2936 or see www.recreater.com.
Frederick First Saturday – Fire In Ice, February 4, 5-9pm, Downtown Frederick, Frederick MD 21701. Sparkling ice sculptures, live ice carving demonstrations, an interactive ice playground, marshmallow roasting stations, free hot cocoa and more await in Downtown Frederick. Enjoy an evening of exhibit openings, guest artists & live entertainment. More than 80 shops, galleries and restaurants are open until 9pm or later. For a complete list of sculpture locations and times of events see www.downtownfrederick.org or call 301-698-8118 for more information.
Frederick County Society of Model Engineers Open House, February 5, 1-4pm, 423 E Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701. Model railroad club open house and operating exhibit. Large HO and Hon3 Model Railroad set up inside a real Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad car, plus outdoor set up (weather permitting). For more information see http://fcsme.com
The Great Baltimore Fire of 1904 Motor Coach Tour, Sunday, February 5, 1 - 4:15 pm, Fire Museum of Maryland, 1301 York Road, Lutherville MD 2193. Held on the Fire's 108th Anniversary Weekend Learn about the 3rd worst fire in US history, in which 86 downtown blocks and 1,500 buildings were destroyed in 30 hours. Historians Wayne Schaumberg and Steve Heaver lead 52 participants with a slide-show lecture at the Fire Museum of Maryland and motor coach tour of Baltimore’s Burnt District Tickets: $42 members, $48 nonmembers To register, call 410-321-7500. Bus leaves from the Fire Museum, Free Parking. For more information see www.firemuseummd.org
19th Century Hearth Cooking, Sundays, February 5 & 19, 1-4 pm, Patuxent River Park, 16000 Croom Airport Road Upper Marlboro MD 20772. Free, for all ages. Observe trained docents cooking period food on an open hearth at the Charles Duckett Freedman’s Cabin. People in the new world, whites and slaves alike, lived in similar buildings from the early 17th until the mid 19th century. Few of these buildings survived, as they were abandoned for newer, larger accommodations and simply fell into decay. Take a tour of this once common, now rare style of dwelling and get a glimpse into the everyday history of the regular people of southern Maryland. For more information call 301-627-6074 or see www.pgparks.com
Evening Planetarium Show: Astronaut, February 7, 16 and 21. Shows are at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30pm, The Earth and Space Science Lab, 210 Madison Street, Frederick, MD 21701. The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor the humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be a part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as they subject "Chad", the test astronaut. In addition to the online ticket sales, 40 tickets for each show will be sold at the door starting at 5:00 p.m. For tickets and more information call 240-236-2694 or see https://sites.fcps.org/essl/
Motor Trend International Auto Show, February 9 -12, Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore Md 21201. Times are : Thur, 12N-10pm Fri-Sat, 10am-10pm Sun, 10am-7pm. Hundreds of new cars and trucks, plus hybrids, specialty vehicles, new technology and more. Admission is $10 for Adults (13+), $6 for Senior Citizens (62+) on Thurs & Fri and $8 for Senior Citizens (62+) Sat & Sun., $6 for Military (w/any DOD ID), $4 for Children (7–12) and Children (6 & under) are free. Family Day is Sunday, Feb. 12. All children 12 & under admitted free on Family Day when accompanied by a paying adult. For more information see www.autoshowbaltimore.com
10th Annual Timonium Motorcycle Show, February 10 – 12, Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium MD 21093. Hours are 10am -9pm on Friday and Saturday and 10am-6pm on Sunday. A true motorcycle show covering every aspect and segment of the motorcycle industry including custom and antique bikes. National bike builders and celebrities featured. For more information see www.cycleshow.net
Victorian Tea Lesson and Valentine Making Workshop, February 11, 12-3pm, Brunswick Railroad Museum, 40 W Potomac Street, Brunswick, MD 21716. Come for an afternoon of tea, light refreshments, and Victorian Valentines! Practice your tea etiquette and enjoy scones and cucumber sandwiches, and then craft a one-of-a-kind Victorian Valentine using reproduction Victorian supplies and authentic methods. Event is recommended for ages 7+. Cost is $15 and includes tea, refreshments, craft supplies and instruction, and admission to the museum. Space is limited. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (301) 834-7100 or emailing roleary@brrm.net. For more information see http://brrm.net
Breakfast with Hello Kitty! Saturday, February 11, 8-10am, Adventure Park USA, 11113 West Baldwin Road, New Market, MD 21774 Come out and have a Sweetheart breakfast with the one and only HELLO KITTY! A purr-fect way to warm up to your sweetie, no matter if she’s your 2 year old daughter or your 62 year old grandmother, everyone loves Hello Kitty! For just $12 per person you get a full breakfast buffet and a meet and greet with Hello Kitty! Hello Kitty merchandise will also be available To buy your tickets online click on the BUY NOW link on Adventure Park USA's website www.adventureparkusa.com
Tuskegee Airmen, Saturday, February 11, 2 pm, College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park MD 20740. For all ages. Stop by the museum and meet a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military aviators in the United States Armed Services during World War II. Learn about the history of the group and about the current Tuskegee Airmen organization. FREE with museum admission: $4/adult; $3/seniors ages 60 & up; $2/ages 18 & under. For more information call 301-864-6029 or see www.pgparks.com
Stop, Swap and Save Bicycle Swap Meet, February 12, 9am – 2pm, Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agriculture Center, Westminster MD 21157. Mid-Atlantic's largest indoor bicycle swap and consumer expo. 1000s of discounted cycling and fitness products, demos, and giveaways. It is the place to sell your old parts and bikes or take advantage of unbelievable deals on everything you need for a great season of cycling. Buy, sell, browse, shop, trade or just hang out with industry reps, individual vendors, bike shops, manufacturers and like-minded cyclists. What will you find at the SWAPis more than 200 vendors, thousands of discounted cycling and fitness products, product demos, prizes and giveaways, special events and so much more. For more information see www.stopswapandsave.com
47th Annual Maryland Recreational Vehicle Show, February 17 – 19 and 24-26, Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium MD 21093. Hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10am – 8pm and Sundays from 10am – 6pm. More than 85 brand names of recreational vehicles on display, 100s of campground booths, RV parts and supplies, vendors featured. The newest Motorhomes and Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, Toy Haulers and tent campers in every price range will be on display, along with outdoor sporting and camping equipment. For more information and discount tickets see www.mdrv.com
Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show, Saturday, February 18, 10 am-5 pm, Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro MD 20772 Vendors and exhibitors will be selling minerals, fossils, gems and original jewelry designs. Watch demonstrations of faceting, bead stringing, wire wrapping and gold panning. Admission is $3/ages 7 & up; FREE/ages 6 & under. For more information call 301-297-4575 or see www.pgparks.com
Presidential Family Fun Day, Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:30am – 3pm, American Art Museum, 8th and F Streets, NW Washington, DC. Start off your Presidents' Day weekend with a family day at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery. Remember our shared history as you enjoy patriotic music, stories, craft activities, and some special guests. For more information see http://si.edu/Museums/american-art-museum
African American Amazing Race, Saturday, February 18, 12 noon-4 pm, Good Luck Community Center, 8601 Good Luck Road, Lanham MD 20706. For all ages (Children 9 & under must be accompanied by an adult.) Come one, come all and compete in a scavenger hunt that will educate and get your adrenaline going! Be the first to visit select African American heritage sites in the county using clues provided, and collect specific items to bring back to the judges. To participate, you will need transportation, a team of two or more persons, and a digital camera. Prizes and refreshments will be available at the finish line. Registration is required by February 11. Fee is $10 per team for PG County residents and $12 per team for non-residents. For more information call 301-552-1093 or see www.pgparks.com
The Central Maryland Antique Tractor Club Toy Auction and Show, February 18 -19, Frederick Fairgrounds Bldg 14 & 14A, 797 E. Patrick Street, Frederick MD 21701. An auction with consigned collectible toys and farm toys is held on Saturday from 9am – 3pm with consignments taken on Friday. Doors open at 9am. On Sunday is a Toy Show consisting of Farm Toys, Collectible Toys, and other memorabilia and display tables. Food is provided both days. For more information see www.cmatc.org
Mardi Gras Family Day, Saturday, February 25, 11am – 4pm, Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort Place, SE Washington, DC. Free. Enjoy a day of fun for the family with arts-and-crafts workshops, Zydeco music, an adornment workshop, storytelling, and other activities. Dress in your best festive attire and be judged on your costume. Costumes will be judged in the following age groups: ages 2 to 5, 6 to 10, 11 to 14, 15 to 17, 18 to 54, and seniors 55 and older. Those who do not come in festive apparel can participate in the adornment workshop with Januwa Moja to dress up for fun only and take away a personal photo. For more information, call 202-633-4875 or email ACMinfo@si.edu or see www.si.edu.
African American Family Day Festival, Saturday, February 25, 9 am-4 pm, Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover MD 20785. For all ages. Free admission. Enjoy African dance classes, workshops, performances, storytellers and more! Vendors will be on site selling a variety of reasonably-priced items. For more information call 301-583-2582 or see www.pgparks.com
Free African American Family Festival: Carnivale of Cultures, Saturday, February 25, 10am – 4pm, The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Celebrate the African influence on cultures from Cuba to Brazil and beyond! Join us as we explore the rich diversity of art, music and dance of African Latin Americans. Learn about poets, artists and heroes of Latin American and African American history. Create your own colorful artwork and discover local Afro-Latin communities. Learn a few new dance steps and be amazed by exciting performances all day! Come early for a special giveaway. Visit the special exhibition, Exploring Art of the Ancient Americas: The John Bourne Collection Gift, for FREE today. Contact (410) 547-9000, ext. 300 or www.thewalters.org for more information.
IBR Bullriding, February 25, 7-10pm, Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agriculture Center Dr., Westminster, MD 21157 Presented by the International Bull Riders. Watch as bullriders battle for standings. Doors open at 5pm; show starts at 7pm. Bring your children out for the Little Wranglers Rodeo prior to the start of the show. Food, drink and bleacher seating available. For more information see www.goibr.com
War of 1812 Celebration: The Plummers’ Kitchen & Closet, Sunday, February 26, 12 noon, Riversdale House Museum, 4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale Park MD 20737. For all ages. Two hundred years ago, the United States declared war on Great Britain. In the next three years, events throughout the county, state, and nation will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. In the Dependency, the Kitchen Guild prepares foods that enslaved African Americans, including members of Riversdale’s Plummer family, ate in 1812. In the house, an exhibit highlights how they dressed. Admission is $3/adults; $2/seniors ages 60 & up; $1/students; Fee includes house tour. For more information call 301-864-0420 or see www.pgparks.com
Oregon Ridge Pancake Breakfast, March 3 and 4, 8am – noon, Oregon Ridge Nature Center, 13555 Beaver Dam Road, Cockeysville MD 21030. Celebrate the end of maple sugar season with their annual Pancake Breakfast at the Lodge. You can buy your tickets at the door: $7/adults, $3/children (2-8). Enjoy a stack of hot cakes drizzled with real maple syrup and served with grilled sausage, OJ, milk/coffee. After you’ve had your fill, sit back and enjoy the fun raffles, live music and old friends. Don’t forget to buy some flowers and gifts to take home, or have your face painted. On your way out, renew or become a new member of the Council. For more information please call 410-887-1815 or visit www.oregonridge.org
Howard County’s Preschool/Child Care Information Fair Rescheduled - New date March 4, 1-4pm, Ten Oaks Ballroom, 5000 Signal Bell Lane in Clarksville, MD. Howard County’s Department of Citizen Services, Office of Children’s Services has a new date for their annual Preschool/Child Care Information Fair, “Children On Board,” which was postponed earlier this month due to inclement weather. Admission is free; however, attendees are asked to bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Howard County Food Bank. “Children On Board” will provide parents, guardians, grandparents and child care personnel with “one stop shopping” for information on child care and pre-school programs, as well as the opportunity for personal contact with teachers and program directors. Representatives from community service organizations that offer programs and services to Howard County’s young children will also be on hand to provide information to interested parents. For more information about the Fair, contact the Office of Children’s Services at either 410-313-1940 or via e-mail at childcare@howardcountymd.gov.
Jewish Federation of Howard County|JCC Purim Carnival, Purim Palooza, will be held at Reservoir High School, 11550 Scaggsville Rd., Fulton, MD, Sunday, March 4,from 1-4 pm. Admission is $10 per family or $5 per person. Family admission includes six game tickets. Featuring entertainment by Washington Talent and DC’s hottest MC’s, including DJ Doug Sandler, the event will include games, crafts, photo booth, green screen, airbrush hats and shirts, and Queen Esther’s Spa featuring manicures and hair feathers. Vendors will exhibit local services and merchandise. Fun and fancy costumes are encouraged. Kosher dietary laws will be observed, and the event is peanut-free. For more information, visit www.jewishhowardcounty.org or call 410-730-4976.