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Mother's Day Month of May Giveaways

Giveaway #3

Hi Macaroni Friends!

Our month of May giveaways for moms just keep on rolling!  As you know, we've got a giveaway each week, just for you.  Congratulations to Clarissa B -- our Macaroni Mom winner of a $25 Mary Kay Gift Certificate and free facial!

Our giveaway for Week 3 is a lovely home accessory and personalization gift certificate from Kimberly Sandsbury of Simply Said Designs.  



You can accentuate virtually ANY item for a uniquely beautiful creation that will be treasured by your family in your home or by those ...


Kids Love Camp

New Camp Program/ Bay Montessori

So much fun is planned this summer for your kids!  From horse back riding to cheer camps, arts programs to intergenerational experiences, you're sure to find a quality, educational and entertaining program for your child.  Businesses wanting to list your Summer Camp Programs, please contact carolp@macaronikid.com.



Bay Montessori Summer Camps
20525 Willows Road
Lexington Park, MD  20653
301-737-2421
www.baymontessori.com
Programs begin June 11:  Swim Camp ( ages 2 years through 6th grade); Science, Math, Art and Music camps for elementary ages; Montessori Camp for 2 year ...


Daffodils N Dots

Consignment Event This Weekend!

Daffodils N' Dots is a new consignment event business serving Southern Maryland.  Featuring "wee-cycling" children's events, "she-cycling" women's events, and "deco-cycling" housewares events -- Daffodils N' Dots gives Southern Marylanders the chance to sell their quality clothing, furniture, accessories and more without the headaches of yard sales, online auctions or other outlets for selling their gently used possessions.

This weekend, Daffodils N' Dots will host the Southern MD Children's Consignment Expo at the Calvert Elks Lodge, located at 1015 Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick.  The sale is ...

Father's Day Fun at Annmarie Gardens

Father's Day Fling and Antique/Classic Car Show

Father's Day is quickly approaching…have you made any plans?

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Annmarie Garden) presents two fantastic events onSaturday, June 16, 2012, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm to celebrate dad … The Father's Day Fling and The 37th Annual Tobacco Trail Antique & Classic Car Show.

Father's Day Fling is an interactive event that adds laughter, color, and most importantly fun, toan otherwise domestically driven day. Families of any size (really any size and makeup for thatmatter) are challenged to build ...

This Week's Picks:

Thursday, May 17 - Colonial Kids Workshops

This workshop, held on May 26th at 10AM is all about Geocaching: A Techno-treasure Hunt.  Register this week! Have a handheld GPS?  Let's go on a treasure hunt.  Geocaching is a global treasure hunting game.  Learn what geocaching involves during a short presentaiton and then get in on the fun as an experienced geocacher walks you through the process of locating a hidden treasure at Historic St. Mary's City.  5/26


Where: Historic st. Mary's City, The Visitors Center 47414 Old State House Road
When: Registration Open Now
Who: Ages 9 -14 with an adult
How: Reservations Required in Advance, call 240-895-4990 by May 22nd or email info@stmaryscity.org
Cost: $10 per adult/child non-members, $$ per adult/child Friends/members -- additional adults $10  -- includes full day admission to the museum
For more info: Historic St. Mary's City  240-895-4990, email info@stmaryscity.org, event date is May 26
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Thursday, May 17 - Colonial Kids Workshops

Yo' ho ho ... It's A Pirate's Life for Me!  This fun workshop is held on May 26th at 10AM.  Registeration this week! Step on board the Maryland Dove and learn what it was like being a pirate in the 1600s.  Find out what's truth and what's myth when it comes to pirate lifestyles.  Choose your own pirate name, make your own pirate flag, and maybe even find some buried treasure.  5/26



Where: Historic st. Mary's City, The Maryland Dove
When: 10:00 AM (Registration Open Now)
Who: Ages 5 -9 with an adult

How: Reservations Required in Advance, call 240-895-4990 by May 22nd or email info@stmaryscity.org
Cost: $10 per adult/child non-members, $$ per adult/child Friends/members -- additional adults $10  -- includes full day admission to the museum
For more info: Historic St. Mary's City  240-895-4990, email info@stmaryscity.org; event date is 5/26
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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 23rd

Thursday, May 17 - Sea Squirts

This month's theme is Waddle-Waddle, Quack-Quack!  Free drop in program for toddlers.  5/17
 
   
Where: Calvert Marine Museum
When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Toddlers 18 months to 3 years.
How: Drop In
Cost: Free
For more info: Calvert Marine Museum
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Friday, May 18 through Monday, October 8 - Fairies and Gnomes in the Garden

3rd annual magicalicious exhibit of Fairies in the Garden!  More than 50 fairy houses and gnome homes scattered throughout the Sculpture Garden.  Every nook and cranny of the garden will shelter a home.  The houses will be displayed indoors on May 11 and will then be placed outside.  Join the fun on 5/18 for a special After Hours Reception (all ages welcome)  6pm to 9PM.    Exhibit runs through 10/8
Where: Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Road, Solomons
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Admission required
Cost: Regular admission  $3 ages 12 and up; $2 ages 5 - 12 years and seniors.  Free for members.
For more info: Annmarie
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Friday, May 18 - Pre K Round Up

Public Elementary schools in St. Mary's County host pre-K roundups for children residing in their school zone. 5/18


Where: St. Mary's County Public Schools
When: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Who: Families with kids of the age to enter pre-k
How: SMCPS
Cost:  
For more info:  
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Friday, May 18 - The Wizard of Oz at Bay Montessori

Enjoy a family friendly performance of The Wizard of Oz at Bay Montessori School of Lexington Park. 5/18
Where: Bay Montessori School, 20525 Willows Road, Lexington Park, MD
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Drop by
Cost: FREE
For more info: 301-737-2421
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Friday, May 18 - After Hours at Annmarie with Fairies and Gnomes

Celebrate 70 fairy and gnome homes during After Hours.  Enjoy these amazing community created works of art BEFORE they are scattered throughout the Garden Path.  This is a fun evening of art, music with the Calvert Brass Consortium, food and beverage and more.  5/18
Where: Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Parents and Kids
How: drop by
Cost: $4 members, $5 non members
For more info: Annmarie  410-326-4640
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Saturday, May 19 - Fossil Field Experience

Discover the fossils of Calvert Cliffs with a museum guide from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Space is limited. Preregistration required.  5/19
   
Where: Calvert Marine Museum
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Registration required:  call 410-326-2042 ext. 41
Cost:   
For more info: Calvert Marine Museum
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Saturday, May 19 - Free Build and Grow Workshops

Free themed workshops featuring wooden projects every Saturday just for kids.  Free apron, goggles, patch and certificate for each child.  Workshops held on the first Saturday of each month at Lowe's in California.    
Where: Lowes, La Plata and California
When: 10:00 AM (Call to confirm themes.)
Who: Kids and parents
How:
Registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: Lowes (301) 737-0232, California;  (301) 539-7960 La Plata  Call to verify themes.
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Saturday, May 19 - Leonardtown Great Strides Event to Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Found.

A 5K Walk is to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  Enjoy great BBQ, music, face painting, balloons and plenty of family fun!  Rain or shine!  Register in advance (see below) or on the day of the event at 8:30AM.  Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive tract of approximately 30,000 children and adults in the US.  About one in every 31 Americans are carriers of the CF gene, but do not have the disease.  5/19
Where: The Leonardtown Wharf
When: 10:00 AM (Registration begins at 8:30AM)
Who: Families
How: Pre-register by clicking here. Slelct "Maryland" or by chapter (Metropolitan Washington DC) and select "Find A Walk".  Scroll down and choose "2012 Leonardtown - The Leonardtown Wharf", then select register.
Cost: Donation
For more info: Email  aprilstarrwoodburn@gmail.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Spring Fest 2012

Enjoy the 2nd Annual Spring Fest!  Something for everyone ...FREE concessions, carnival games, dunk tank, bounce house, face painting, sidewalk art show, model plan demos, the Solomon's Fire Department and more.  5/19
Where: Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 9463 H.G. Tueman Rd, Lusby
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Show up
Cost: Free
For more info: met8302@hotmail.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Kids Day 2012

Kids Day is held by chiropractors from around the world. Learn about health, safety and the environment, take advantage of free spinal, dental, and vision screenings, a performance by SuperMagicMan, fun activities and prizes too.  5/19  
Where: Alexander Chiropractic Center, 14350 Solomons Island Road,  Solomons Island
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: 410-394-1000
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Saturday, May 19 - Camp Greenwell Open House

This is a great time to come out to Greenwell and check out the camp programs.  Try an activity, meet the counselors, meet the director, visit the park, hike a trail.  5/19
Where: Greenwell State Park, 25420 Rosedale Manor Lane, Hollywood 20636
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Parents and kids
How: Drop by
Cost: Free
For more info: info@greenwellfoundation.org
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Sunday, May 20 - SOMD BMX Races

Exciting BMX sport races.  Riders are required to have a 20" bike for open class or 24" for Cruiser class.  Must wear a helmet, long pants and long sleeve shirt in order to race.  Or just come out to the track to check it out.  BMX birthday parties are also a unique alternative.  Sundays through 11/25
Where: SOMD BMX  26600 Budds Creek Road, Mechanicsville
When: Sundays through 11/26
Who: Kids can race between the ages of 4 through adult
How: Register on site beginning at 1PM, practice at 2PM
Cost: $
For more info: 240-466-1090
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Sunday, May 20 - The Hershey Track and Field Youth Program

The Hershey Track and Field Games are coming to St. Mary's County!  This is an invitational track meet.  Registration from noon to 1PM day of event.  Birth certificates required for proof of age.  Kids may enter at least one fireld event and two track events   OR   two field events and one track event.  No spikes allowed!  Every competitor receives a ribbon and certificate.  5/20
Where: Leonardtown High School
When: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Boys and girls ages 9-14 (as of 12/31/2012) only.
How: Register day of event noon to 1PM -- birth certificate required
Cost: none
For more info:
Kenny Sothoron  301-475-4200 ext. 1830
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Monday, May 21 - Mommy-N-Me Mondays at Sixty Six Beans

Bring your little ones out for a fun time of crafts, games, story time and more.  Every Monday there is something different in store! It's a great time to get to know moms from the area. 
Where: 66 Beans Coffee Lounge, 29948 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall located next to the US Post Office
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Moms and kids up to 6 years of age (dads ok too)
How: Drop in, it's ok to be late too!
Cost: Free (unless advertised otherwise due to craft supplies). Food and beverage for purchase.
For more info: Call 240-249-3431  or clark.sommer@gmail.com
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Wednesday, May 23 - Mommy and Me Yoga

Strengthen the spiritual, emotional and physical bond between parent and child.  Interactive class with slow-moving postures, infant massage, and motor skills exercises. Join the breast feeding support group immediately following from 10AM to noon.    Wednesdays
Where: Health Connections Classroom at St. Mary's Hospital, 2nd floor, Leonardtown
When: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: Moms and babies four weeks to crawling
How: Call 301-475-6019
Cost: $80 for a ten session punch card, or $10 drop in fee
For more info: 301-475-6019 or email michelinainphilly@yahoo.com
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Wednesday, May 23 - Free Play and Learn Family Workshops

Commuity Helpers.  Which community helpers have you met before?Explore early social studies concepts as we play games to learn aobut some of our community helpers.  Fun games, activities and make and take projects. Registration required.  5/23
Where: Green Holly Elementary School
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Children birth through age 5 and parents/caregivers
How: Register with The Promise Resource Center  301-290-0040
Cost: FREE
For more info: The Promise Resource Center, 301-290-0040
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Wednesday, May 23 - Kids Movie Night at IHOP

Free movie night, every Wednesday, for kids!  Enjoy a fun family night with dinner and a movie.  New movies every week!  Enjoy, relax, laugh, and let the folks at Ihop do all the work.  Ihop is under new management. 
Where: Ihop Restaurant 21991 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park 
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Every Wednesday)
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Movie and Popcorn free, food and beverage for purchase.
For more info: 301-862-5209  lisamarie6183@hotmail.com  
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Teen Scene:

May 17th through June 12th

Thursday, May 17 - Teen Workshops at Annmarie

Students entering grades 10 -12 will love Annmarie's super summer teen workshops!  They include:  Fantasy Figures, life drawing and creative writing June 18-22; Teen Workshop Sampler, June 25-29; Teen Glass Studio, July 16 - 20; Teen Pottery Studio, July 23-27; Teen Airbrush and Graffiti Studio, July 24-26; Teen Fashion Design, August 6 -10


Where: Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
When: Registration Open Now
Who: Students entering grades 10-12 in the fall
How: Register by emailing  programs@annmariegarden.org  
Cost: Yes, see website
For more info: Annmarie
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Monday, May 21 - Young Life Club Night

Young Life Club is an experiment in controlled chaos for high school students.  Join them on Monday nights from 7:37 - 9:05pm and have a blast while also talking about the real issues of life and faith.  Any high school age teen is welcome to come.
Where: Leonardtown High School Club: Dean Lumber Warehouse at 24085 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood
Great Mills Club: Bay District VFD, 46900 South Shangrila Dr., Lexington Park, MD, 20653
When: 7:37 PM - 9:05 PM (Most Monday Nights, Please verify holiday meetings.)
Who: High School Students
How: Just show up. Bringing friends is encouraged.
Cost: Free
For more info: (301) 475-7920 Please call to verify meeting times and locations.  
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Tuesday, June 12 - TAG Teen Advisory Group

TAG meets each month in all three County libraries.  It's a great place for teens to make new friends and hang out, enjoy snacks, chat up books, play Wii or fun teen library activities, and earn community service hours.    
Where: Charlotte Hall, 2nd Thursdays from 5-6PM; Leonardtown, 2nd Thursdays from 6-7PM;  june 14 Lexington Park, 2nd Tuesdays from 5:30-7PM -June 12
When: See times and locations below
Who: Teens 12 - 18 years
How:   
Cost: FREE
For more info: St. Mary's County Libraries
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Plan Ahead:

May 24th through May 29th

Thursday, May 24 - Little Minnows at Calvert Marine Museum

Hey minnows!  Spring is Green! Learn all about his gorgeous green season. Space is limited.  5/24
Where: Calvert Marine Museum
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Children ages 3-5
How: Pre-registration is suggested.  410-326-2042 ext. 41
Cost: $5 non-members, $4 members
For more info: Calvert Marine Museum
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Saturday, May 26 through Monday, May 28 - Memorial Day Festival at Chesapeake Beach

First annual three day event honoring our Fallen Heros.  Kicks off on 5/26 at 10AM with guest speaker Major General James A. Adkins, the Adjutant General for Maryland. Poster program for kids inviting them to research local heros, essay and poetry contests, on site non-profit fair for military famllies, exhibits of war memoribilia, Twin Beach Players present USO type shows at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, military equipment and toy displays, movie on the beach, live music and much more!  5/26 - 5/28
Where: Chesapeake Beach
When: n/a
Who: Families
How: Show Up
Cost: Some activities may be fee based
For more info: Stars and Stripes Festival
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Saturday, May 26 - Star Party at Cecil Park

The Southern Maryland Astronomical Society provides a variety of binoclars and telescopes for attendees to use to view the moon, stars and planets.  No rain date.  5/26
Where: Field across from Cecil Park Playground
When: 9:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800
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Tuesday, May 29 - Nature Time at Greenwell

Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, and exploration. Nature Time is for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the activities  This week's theme is Here Fishy, Fishy, Fishy -- Siene Netting.  5/29
Where: Greenwell State Park  Hollywood MD
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children and parents/caregivers
How: Pre-register (no later than 24 hours in advance) by calling the Greenwell Foundation office at 301-373-9775.
Cost: $5 per child
For more info: info@greenwellfoundation.org
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Fitness and Sports for Kids

Healthy kids equal happy kids ... Look here to find sports classes, health and fitness programs and sports registrations submitted to Macaroni Kid.  Are you holding a special sports event?  Want to advertise your seasonal classes or programs?  Send your information to carolp@macaronikid.com for inclusion in Fit Kids.  

Your business can be a Fit Kids sponsor!  Email aimeestmarysmk@gmail.com to learn how.

Basketball:  Rec and Parks Summer League for ages 8-10 and 11-13. Register online or in person at Rec and Parks mail office. Practice begins the week ...


Macaroni and Cheese

Money Savings Around Town

Everybody likes saving money. As we find special sales and resources we think you might like, we'll let you know.  Here are a few about town we discovered!  And always verify prior to purchase/attendance as business promotions change regularly.

Tuesday is Discount Day at The JumpYard

Every Tuesday jumpers can take $2 off a day pass to play at The JumpYard in Lexington Park (no coupon required).  Birthday Party packages available. 301-880-0929

 Kids Eat Free!  

The Willows Restaurant, on Rt 5 just South of Leonardtown offers a free ...


Military Macaroni -- Spouses Groups, ITT, & Movies

 Click here to learn more about NAS Pax's Military Spouse Groups

 Tickets, Tours & Movies     http://www.cnic.navy.mil/Patuxent/       

 ITT OFFICE  301-342-3648  Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m For questions E-Mail ITT at MWRPAXITT@NAVY.MIL
Location: Cedar Point Road in front of the Drill Hall. The ITT Office has tickets to area events and attractions in addition to Ticketmaster. No refunds on any ticket purchases. Please check your tickets and dates carefully. Many tickets require a two-week advance purchase and are subject to early sell out ...


Military Macaroni Fitness

Outdoor Pool Hours

Family Fitness & Sports at NAS Patuxent River

 

Aquatics   

301-757-1293 / 301-342-4225

Indoor Pool  Fitness Swim   Mon. – Fri. 5AM - 9AM, 10AM– 1PM, and 3:30PM -7PM

Recreation Swim  Mon. – Fri. 5PM–7PM    Sat., Sun., and Holidays: 11AM – 5PM

Summer Swim Lessons available
Sign up at the sports and fitness office, open Monday – Friday from 9AM to 5PM 

Outdoor Pool  Open May 26 - 28  11AM to 6PM, Opens for Summer June 16

 

Drill Hall  

301-342-3508 / 342-3519 

Mon – Fri   5AM - 8PM;  Sat & Sun  9AM - 5PM 

 
Bowling Center   301-342-3994

Open Bowling Times 

Mon 10AM-9PM;  Tues- ...


Military Youth Center, CDC and FFSC

Sesame Street USO Show

The Fleet and Family Support Center -- 301-342-4911

Play Group at Glen Forrest Community Center

Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00AM    May 17, 24 & 31 from 10AM to 11AM
Bring your children for playtime, activities and meeting other military families. Ages 0 through preschool. Open to all Base and Off-Base military families.

Exceptional Family Member Program, please contact James Lettner:  james.lettner@navy.mil  for details. 


Starbase-Atlantis announces open enrollment for students who are entering the 6th grade in the fall to attend a FREE summer program! STARBASE-Atlantis is an ...

Solomons Recreation/Military Macaroni

Season Hours

NAVY RECREATION CENTER SOLOMONS      

(NRC eligibility Active Duty, Reservist, Retirees, DoD, Family Members)

   
Click Here for a listing of offices and phone numbers.

Adventure Zone
Hours from May 5 – 24
Saturday                         11AM – 7PM
Sunday                           11AM – 5PM

Riverside Aquatics Summer Hours Begin May 26:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Thursday:                 11AM – 7PM 
Friday:                                    11AM – 9PM
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays:   10AM - 7PM

Riverside Beach Summer Hours Begin May 26- Aug 13
Everyday:                                11AM - 8PM 
Boat rentals:                            12PM - 5PM
 

Summer starts at NRC Solomons Labor Day weekend!  
 ~Pools Open

 ~Summer Concert Sat, May 26 from 7 ...


The Tot Spot

Events for Tots Ages 3 and Under

The Tot Spot is a special location for parents and child caregivers with kids 3-years and younger.  Visit regularly to see what's going on just for your littlest Macaroni Kid. 

Do you know of a Tot focused event?  Send us an email at carolp@macaronikid.com with Tot Spot in subject line.

Macaroni Mommy & Me Meet-Ups

Join us at the Chick-fil-A in California on June 4 for a fun summer program with crafts, prizes and Macaroni Mama.  Stop in anytime between 9:30AM and 10:45AM

St. Mary's ...


Storytimes At St. Mary's County Libraries

Summer Story Times begin in June

Regularly scheduled story times at all branches of the St. Mary's County Libraries are on break until June 25th.  Stay tuned and tell them Macaroni Kid sent you!

Baby Steps Storytimes for 2 months to 12 months:  

Toddler Storytimes for 1 year to 2 1/2 year olds:

Preschool Storytimes for 3 to 5 year olds:

Wiggle-Giggle Storytimes: for those with extra energy:

Evening Storytimes:

Lego Fun: 

  

 
 


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