This weekend’s events include crafting a Father’s Day card at Michaels, a science filled celebration at the Maryland Science Center with the Rocknocerus, movies on the lawn, KidsDay in Columbia and more!

If you know of any summer events I should add, send them to [email protected]!

Have a Great Weekend!

Friday, June 10

Friday Night Stargazing –FREE
Every Friday Night; 7 -10:30pm
Maryland Science Center
Venture out to the rooftop Observatory to view the night sky and take a look into our solar system to find planets and constellations.

Saturday, June 11

Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Storytime
June 11; 11am
Barnes and Noble
In celebration of life’s many milestones, join Barnes and Noble for a reading of the Dr. Seuss classic Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Activities to follow.

You Are My Hero Card: Father’s Day Craft
June 11; 10am – 12pm
Michaels Stores
Cost: $2 per project, supplies included.
They craft, you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event.

Happy Birthday Maryland Science Center
June 11; 10 am – 6 pm
Cost: $2.50 for adults/$1 for children 3-12
Local band Rocknocerus will kick off the day with a concert at Noon and both Poe and the Oriole Bird will be here for the show. Plus, have a slice of free birthday cake, play life-size games that were popular in the 1970s and engage in experiments.

KidsDay Columbia – FREE
June 11; 10am – 3pm
Columbia SportsPark
Mini-golf and all-you-can-hit batting cages will be free for all kids ages 12 and younger: 13 and up will get 50% off. Numerous fun offerings available and free to all, including arts and crafts, a moon bounces, Zumba® for kids, face painting, animal balloons, dance music, a photo booth, and a variety of games and structured activities. Sponsored by the Columbia Association.

ARTreach – FREE
June 11; 11am – 4pm
Long Reach Village Center  – Columbia
From world music to watercolor, there’s something for everyone at ARTreach! Live music, hands on activities, meet artist, interact with face painters, caricaturist and more.

Family Yoga in the Garden (ages 3-5)
June 11; 10 – 10:30am
Annmarie Sculpture Garden
Cos:$7 parent/child couple, $3 per extra family member
Enjoy family yoga in the Garden! This class offers tots and their favorite adults the opportunity to explore yoga postures, listen to stories, enjoy music, participate in yoga games, and learn breathing and relaxation techniques together. Not the typical yoga class– giggles, cuddles, and laughter are encouraged!

National Parks Family Day at the Postal Museum –FREE
June 11; 10am – 4pm
Washington, DC
Celebrate 100 years of our National Parks with a day of family fun! Visitors will have the chance to create their own stamp album, experience what it’s like on the mail mule train down the Grand Canyon, and so much more!

Sunday, June 12

2016 Washington DC Gluten-Free Expo
June 12; 11am – 4pm
DoubleTree Bethesda Hotel
The Celiac Disease Program at Children’s National Health System is hosting the Sixth Annual Washington DC Gluten-Free Expo and Educational Session! Check out the gluten-free goodies from more than 60 vendors from around the world.

Movies on the Potomac – Toy Story 3
June 12; 6pm
National Harbor
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Bring chairs and snacks!

American Chestnut Land Trust – FREE
June 12; 1-4pm
Prince Frederick, MD
Fun activities for the whole family celebrating the Parkers Creek Preserve and ACLT! Nature-inspired craft activities, scavenger hunts, tractor-pulled hayrides plus live animal displays and Farmer’s Market.

**UPCOMING EVENTS**

Innovations in Flight Family Day – FREE
June 18; 10am – 3pm
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Join the Air and Space Museum for Innovations in Flight Family Day and Outdoor Aviation Display. See military, recreational, and home-built aircraft as well as classic automobiles. Enjoy presentations, demonstrations, special tours, and hands-on activities for all ages. Partially sponsored by WTOP.

National Maker Faire – FREE June 18-19
University of DC
Attendees at this free, family-friendly event will have the opportunity to interact with such technologies as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, electronics, and 3D printers as well as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) projects, textiles, crafting activities, homemade robots, and more. Registration Required.

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