Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and a three day weekend? Count us in for some awesome events and activities this weekend! From special events at Port Discovery to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic at the College Park Arts Exchange, there’s something for the Littles to enjoy! Where are you heading out to this weekend? I’m always looking for things to add to our calendar.

Have a Great Weekend,
Shelly

This Weekend’s Best Events: Feb 12-15

Remember to always check the event website for changes before heading out!

February 10 – February 26
Space – Bob. Times Vary.   The Athenaeum in Old Town Alexandria
Journey to the musical cosmos in Arts on the Horizon’s world-premiere piece for babies and toddlers, Space-Bop! Drawing on a little one’s early love of light and vocal play, Space-Bop takes place under the starry sky and features a GRAMMY®-nominated hip-hop artist and beatboxer, a Chaplinesque hero, and the endearing denizens of outer space, like a pinwheel comet and a glowing star. In Arts on the Horizon’s signature multi-sensory, nonverbal style. Best for ages 0-2. Fee:$6

February 12

Tell a Tale Mommy & Me Yoga. 11-11:30am. Evolve Yoga Wellness Studio. California
Playful yoga poses, animated breathing exercises and relaxation techniques teach 3 to 6 year olds about their growing bodies. Sprinkled with music, games, stories and age-appropriate props. Ages 3-6. $9 per session

Little Jumpers. 10am-12pm. Pump it Up. Waldorf
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. Ages 1-6. Fee $5.50.

Preschool STEM Explorers: Project Wild. 10:30-11:30am Leonardtown Library. Leonardtown. 
Experiment with natural materials and learn about local ecosystem.
Free; registration required. Ages 3-6

Sweet Heart’s Preschool Prom. 6-8pm.  Somers Community Center. Laplata
You’re never too young to get dressed up and have a great time! Join us for a night to remember with your sweetheart. Begin your night by walking down the red carpet followed by dancing, games, light refreshments, and many prom photo opportunities. At the end of the night the Prom King’s and Queen’s parade will take place. Ages 2-6.  Fee:$15; $20 at the Door

Engineering the Dream: Engineering Workshop. 9am-3pm. Southern Technical Recreation Complex. Fort Washington
Has your child ever dreamed about becoming an aerospace engineer, software engineer, audio engineer, or civil engineer? If so, don’t miss out on this action-packed, interactive day full of games and hands-on projects! Includes lunch. Ages 5-12. Fee: $25-$30

February 13

Valentine’s Day Picture Frames: Lowes Build & Grow Workshop. 10 am.
FREE
Registration required.

Barnes and Noble Story Time presents Love Monster and the Last Chocolate. 10 am. Local Barnes and Noble stores.
FREE

Lunar New Year Celebration. 10am-2pm.  F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre at Rockville Civic Center Park. Rockville
FREE
Asian cuisine and exhibitors and performances by various artist such as Fairfax Chinese Dance Troupe, Diana Dance Arts, Northwest Art Ensemble and many more.

February 13-14. Lakeforest Mall Lunar New Year Celebration. 12pm. Gaithersburg.
FREE
Enjoy many performances and demonstrations including lion dancing,
martial arts, Korean singing and dancing, Chinese yo yo, fashion shows and more.

Bright Star Theatre Presents… George Washington Carver & Friends. 11am. Oxon Hill Library. Oxon Hill.
FREE
George Washington Carver and Friends will lead children of all ages on a hilarious introduction to some of the most influential black Americans of the last 150 years. Stories of Booker T. Washington, Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall, Madame C.J. Walker and more.

Valentine Shrinky-Dink. 2-4pm. Brentwood Arts Center. Brentwood.
FREE
The DIY arts and crafts icon from the 80’s is back! And, nothing says “love” like a hand-made, pre-shrunk Valentine. Families are invited to create beautiful jewelry, key chains, and other Valentine’s Day gifts for their loved ones.Children will receive their first 2 sheets of blank Shrinky Dinks free, additional sheets will be available to purchase for 50 cents each.

African American Aviators Tour. 1pm. College Park Aviation Museum. College Park.
A tour to learn about aviation history in Prince George’s County, including the pilots who gained national and local fame.
Fee: $5, seniors $4, children $2, age 1 and younger free.

Tucker Road Sweetheart Soiree. 5-7pm. Tucker Road Community Center. Fort Washington.
Everyone is invited to enjoy an evening of fun with your special one. This grand event will be filled with music, dancing, arts & crafts, games, and sweet treats. Top it all off with a photo opportunity for you and your sweetheart. All Ages. Fee: $5-$6

February 14

February 13-14
President Day Weekend Fun. Port Discovery. Baltimore.
Celebrate Littles’ Day at Port Discovery. An event dedicated to children 5 and under! Magic carpet, strike bowling, cook and tell, pop up science and more! Fee:$14.95 for ages 2 and up

Teddy Bears’ Picnic. College Park Arts Exchange. College Park. 3pm. 
FREE
Bring your favorite stuffed animals to the Teddy Bears’ picnic.  Stories, singing, making valentines, picnic and parade inside the Old Parish House.

“Jack and Phil, Slayers of Giants, Inc.” Imagination Stage. Bethesda. Times Vary.
Sporty Jack needs nerdy Phil’s help to find a giant’s treasure in Imagination Stage’s play for 5 and older. Ages 5+.  Fee: $10-$30.

February 15

Frozen Day of Play. 1-4 pm. Annmarie Sculpture Garden.  Solomons
Explore the wonders of winter and ice through a variety of art projects, pretend play, investigations, and more! Kids of all ages will enjoy frosty face painting, a frozen treasure hunt, to guided winter walks and even play in the snow flurries! Fee: Children 5 & under/free; 6-17/$3; adults/$5

Where are you headed this weekend? I wanna know!