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Tons Of Fun Things To Do This Month

Bunnyland

APRIL 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 10, 15, 16 butlersorchard.com/festivals/bunnyland

Hayrides, egg hunt, jumping pad, farm animals, barnyard buddies, and visit with the Country Bunny. $12–$15. 9 a.m–6 p.m. Online reservations strongly recommended. Butlers Orchard, Germantown.

1 Saturday

16TH ANNUAL PEEPSHOW

April 1-10. This sweet fundraising event at the TownMall of Westminster features marshmallow masterpieces, including sculptures, dioramas, mosaics and even videos, all crafted from or inspired by PEEPS®, those Free. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. TownMall of Westminster, Westminster. MarshmallowPEEPshow.com.

2ND ANNUAL EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

One of Maryland's Largest and Most

Accessible Easter Egg Hunts & Spring Festival with Over 80,000 Eggs 11 a.m. Waldorf. explorecharlescounty.com.

ANNUAL EASTER EGG FESTIVAL

Join the crowds and get ready for a fun-filled day filled with egg hunts, arts and crafts, face painting, entertaining performers, tasty food trucks, products and craft exhibitors, and, of course, $5.00. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown. visitstmarysmd.com.

FIRST LANDING WINE & ARTS FESTIVAL

Spend the day with your family and friends at the St. Clement's Museum. There are four wineries to select from if you'd like a glass of wine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lexington Park. visitstmarysmd.com.

LEGEN-DAIRY DISCOVERIES

Join us on April 1 for Legen-dairy Discoveries at Hard Bargain Farm!

Interact with our barnyard animals close up! $0.00 - $15.00. 4-6 p.m. Alice Ferguson Foundation, Accokeek. fergusonfoundation.org.

SHORELINE CLEANUP

Have fun along the water and make a difference by cleaning up our shoreline. Cleanup supplies will be provided. Bring a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and close-toed shoes. Free. 9-11 a.m. Fort Smallwood Park, Pasadena. aacounty.org.

SPCA OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY'S HOP INTO SPRING WITH BUNNIES!

April 1, 2, 5. Hop into Spring with the SPCA at PAWS at the Mall and take photos with our adoptable bunnies!! $5 Donation, and all proceeds go to the care of the bunnies at PAWS. $5.00. 1-4 p.m. Paws at the MallWestfield Mall, Annapolis. bit.ly.

SPRING BAZAAR

Featuring a variety of local crafters and vendors, including jewelry, baskets, home decorative items, photography, hand-painted plates and glassware, knitted items and much more! Free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Margaret's Church, Annapolis.

SPRING BREAK

April 1-10. Spend Spring Break with the whole family at Port Discovery! $21.95. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Port Discovery Children's Museum, Baltimore. cli.re.

2 Sunday ART FEST

ArtFest is a day of creativity for all ages featuring the arts at Maryland Hall, including art and dance demonstrations, art sales and exhibitions, live entertainment, **hands-on Free. 1-4 p.m. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. marylandhall.org.

FIRST SUNDAY FARMER'S MARKET

At Honey’s Harvest Farm, we focus on growing food and medicine using the principles of permaculture and regenerative agriculture. We start by building healthy, living soil that is packed with a 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Honey's Harvest Farm, Lothian. honeysharvest.com.

SEAFOOD FROM THE CHESAPEAKE

Seafood cooking demo with Vince Leggett, Admiral of the Bay and author of books about the Black Watermen of the Chesapeake area. Includes admission to Chesapeake Children's Museum for the day. $1.00. 2-3 p.m. The Chesapeake Children's Museum, Annapolis. marylandday.org.

3 Monday

SPRING BREAK CAMP: DIG, PLANT, GROW

April 3-6. Dig in and explore the gardens of Calvert Marine Museum. Learn about the parts of a plant while we plant seeds and design our own gardens. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons.calvertmarinemuseum.com.

5 Wednesday

FAMILY FIELD DAY https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/calendar. aspx?EID=13465 North Beach. co.cal.md.us.

6 Thursday

CREEK CRITTERS

April 6, 13, 20, 27. Year-round observations of the wildlife in the creek and surrounding woodlands outside of Chesapeake Children's Museum. All ages are welcome. Ideal for preschoolers. $5.00. 10:30-11 a.m. The Chesapeake Children's Museum, Annapolis. theccm.org.

7 Friday

ANNMARIE AFTER HOURS (FAMILYFRIENDLY FAIRY NIGHT)

$3.00 - $5.00. 5-7 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Art Center, Dowell. annmariegarden.org.

FIRST FOSSIL FRIDAY!

Fossil hunters, bring your fossil finds from the Calvert Cliffs or other local areas from 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. to be identified! 1-4:30 p.m. Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com.

HALF-PRICE FRIDAY NIGHT

April 7, 14, 28. Overview Friday is your night! $15.00 - $20.00. 5 p.m. National Aquarium, Baltimore. aqua.org.

TALES & TAILS AT IRVINE NATURE CENTER

April 7, 14, 21, 28. Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Free. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. explorenature.org.

8 Saturday

BEATBOX DADS AT EASTPORT/ANNAPOLIS NECK LIBRARY

Join us at the Eastport/ Annapolis Neck Library to watch Mr. Root and Mr. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Eastport-Annapolis Neck Community Library, Annapolis. aacpl.net.

EASTER EGG HUNT

In this family-friendly activity, participants will tour the Hammond-Harwood House, go on an Easter egg hunt in the garden, and paint the wooden eggs that are found. Ticket price is per child. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Hammond Harwood House, Annapolis. hammondharwoodhouse.org.

FOSSIL EGG HUNT

Participate in our annual fossil egg hunt! Look for eggs with real fossils inside, hidden around the museum. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com.

KID'S FEST PRESENTED BY HOWARD COUNTY RECREATION & PARKS

Come experience what Howard County Recreation & Parks has to offer your children at Kid’s Fest at Meadowbrook Park! $8.00 - $10.00. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Meadowbrook Park and Athletic Complex, Ellicott City. howardcountymd.gov.

WEEKEND WORKSHOPS

April 8, 15, 22, 29. Calling all artists! Get creative during our drop-in workshops for all ages. Learn about artists and changemakers and create art inspired by their stories. Add to Calendar Free. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. National Portrait Gallery, Washington. npg.si.edu.

9 Sunday

HANDS-ON HISTORY DAY

Visit the Museum of Historic Annapolis on the second Sunday of every month for Hands-On History Days. $0.00 - $5.00. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Museum of Historic Annapolis, Annapolis. annapolis.org

10 Monday

CHESAPEAKE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

Indoor and outdoor exhibits about animals, Latin America, radio, the 1918 pandemic, and more. Explore the East Trail to see wetlands and creek wildlife. Explore the West Trail to find the Truck Pit! $1.00 - $8.00. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Chesapeake Children's Museum, Annapolis. theccm.org.

12 Wednesday

RIDE WITH A RANGER

Jump on your bike and ride to the Baltimore and Annapolis Trail! Join Park Rangers for a fun and educational bike ride. $5.00. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. B & A Trail, Annapolis. aacounty.org.

13 Thursday

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Join us for a Family Movie Night! Bring your favorite snack, blanket, and/or camp chair and get comfy for this indoor event. Free. 6-8 p.m. Deale Community Library, Deale. aacpl.net.

14 Friday

18TH ANNUAL CSM JAZZFEST

JazzFest returns to the College of Southern Maryland's La Plata Campus for its 18th year! 7:30 a.m. St. Mary's County Government, Leonardtown. stmarysmd.com.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Bring a swimsuit and towel. Activities include games, swimming, and movies. Drop-off begins at 4:45pm and children must be picked up by 7:45pm. $15.00 - $21.00. 4:45-7:45 p.m. Arundel Olympic Swim Center, Annapolis.

15 Saturday

ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER CULTURAL FESTIVAL

Join us to learn about and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture. There will be dancing, food, art projects, games and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, Prince Frederick. calvertlibrary.libnet.info.

PARADE - THE NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

Along Constitution Ave between 7th & 17th Streets NW with giant helium balloons, elaborate floats, marching bands, and performers. $25.00 - $40.00. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Constitution Avenue NW, Washington. nationalcherryblossomfestival.org.

SAKURA MATSURI-JAPANESE STREET FESTIVAL

The festival features over 24 hours of Japanese cultural performances on four stages (including J-Pop, traditional Japanese music, and martial arts) and a diverse range of cultural exhibitors, Free. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington. nationalcherryblossomfestival.org.

16 Sunday

FIRE PREVENTION FAIR

You are not going to want to miss this fun filled family event!!! There will be something for everyone. Craft tables, side by side burn trailer, station tour, demos and more! Free. 12-4 p.m. Eastport Fire Station 36, Annapolis.

RED SHOE SHUFFLE 5K RUN AND WALK

The Happiest Morning in Maryland is right around the corner! $10.00 - $45.00. 8:30-11 a.m. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maryland, Baltimore. redshoeshuffle.org.

19 Wednesday

WEE-SALE CHILDREN'S CONSIGNMENT SALE

April 19-23. Wee-Sale Children's Consignment

Sale- HUGE seasonal Children's Consignment sale with thousands of items: toys, clothes (sizes 0-16), baby gear, maternity clothes, books, and more. Free. 5-9 p.m. Bay 50 Shopping Center, Annapolis. wee-sale.com.

22 Saturday

EARTH DAY FESTIVAL & MARKET

Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Art Center, Dowell. annmariegarden.org.

EARTH DAY- FREE ADMISSION SATURDAY

Celebrate Earth Day with Irvine. Meet Irvine’s resident animal ambassadors and learn how we can protect wildlife and their natural surroundings. Free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. explorenature.org.

EASTERN SHORE SEA GLASS & COASTAL ARTS FESTIVAL

Saturday, April 22, 10am–5pm & Sunday, April 23, 10am–4pm (RAIN OR SHINE)

All tickets include admission on both Saturday & Sunday, no single-day 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CBMM, Saint Michaels. cbmm.org.

FOSSIL FIELD EXPERIENCE

Come and explore the fossils at Cove Point. Learn more about fossils: where to find them, how to identify them, and what they can tell us about the past. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cove Point 3500 Lighthouse Boulevard, Lusby. calvertmarinemuseum.com.

THE WORLD AND ME FAMILY PROGRAM: EARTH DAY CELEBRATION WITH SMITHSONIAN GARDENS!

KIDS & FAMILIES

Learn more about your place in the world through explorations of nature and culture. Come celebrate Earth Day with The World & Me! 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. National Museum of Natural History, Washington. naturalhistory. si.edu.

23 Sunday

DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA MAKER FAIRE

The Downtown Columbia Maker Faire returns to Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods in April! Free. 12-5 p.m. Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, Columbia. innerarbortrust.org.

TASTE OF MARYLAND 2023

First festival highlighting all the businesses SOMD has to offer! 10 a.m. Waldorf. explorecharlescounty.com.

24 Monday

MO WILLEMS - BE THE BUS & DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS 20TH ANNIVERSARY ED. - AT SIDWELL FRIENDS

A family event in celebration of 20 years of The Pigeon with Mo Willems! Click here to purchase tickets for the event $15.99. 6 p.m. Washington. politics-prose.com.

26 Wednesday

RIDE WITH A RANGER

Jump on your bike and ride to the Baltimore and Annapolis Trail! Join Park Rangers for a fun and educational bike ride. $5.00. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. B & A Trail, Annapolis. aacounty.org.

27 Thursday

3RD ANNUAL SPRING DANCE CONCERT April 27-28. A spectacle of emotion and movement brought together by dancers in the PGCC Dance Program, where passion is on display and ready to enchant the audience. 7:30 p.m. Prince George's Community College, Largo. pgcc.edu.

28 Friday

MARITIME PERFORMANCE SERIES: LULU'S FATE

Lulu's Fate performs a mix of music from the Appalachian, southern string band and country blues traditions, as well as early swing, gospel, original tunes and covers from Hank Williams. 7-9 p.m. Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com.

29 Saturday

CAROUSEL DAY

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CAROUSEL DAY

Join us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 102-year-old Dentzel Carousel as it opens for the season! Free. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo. glenechopark.org.

GOOD NEIGHBORS GROUP

EARTH DAY FESTIVAL

This is the Good Neighbors Group’s 21st Annual Earth Day festival. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company, Severna Park. annapolisgreen.com.

HIKE TO THE PATAPSCO RIVER

The Howard County Conservancy will host a hike to the Patapsco River on April 29. Free. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Howard County Conservancy, Woodstock. howardnature.org.

JAZZ IN THE WOOD + NAVY COMMODORES

Join the Inner Arbor Trust and the Howard County Public School System Fine Arts Office for a free full day of jazz at the 4th annual Jazz in the Woods! Free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, Columbia. innerarbortrust.org.

THE MARYLAND SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND ANNUAL SEE BEYOND FESTIVAL

The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) will host the second annual See Beyond Festival on Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its campus (3501 Taylor Ave, Nottingham, MD 21236). Free. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Maryland School for the Blind, Baltimore. marylandschoolfortheblind.org.

NATURE OBSERVATION IN PATTERSON PARK

Overview Join the Aquarium's Conservation team in Patterson Park for a nature observation event as part of Baltimore's efforts in the 2023 City Nature Challenge. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. National Aquarium, Baltimore. aqua.org.

ROAR FOR KIDS 2023

BALTIMORE – Kennedy Krieger Institute’s ROAR for Kids 5K road race and low-mileage fun walk encourages individuals of all ages to show off their wild side and team spirit. $10.00 - $40.00. 6:30-10:30 a.m. Oregon Ridge Park, Cockeysville. ROARforKids.KennedyKrieger.org .

SOUTHERN MARYLAND CELTIC FESTIVAL

Celebrating the cultural heritage of the seven Celtic Nations: Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man, Brittany, Cornwall, and Galicia/Asturias

Join us for a day of fun celebrating our Celtic $25.00. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, Saint Leonard. facebook.com.

SPRING PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

April 29-30. https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/ calendar.aspx?EID=13603 Hallowing Point Park, Prince Frederick. co.cal.md.us.

WALK FOR THE WOODS 2023

Join Scenic Rivers Land Trust for our signature community event celebrating the joy of the outdoors and our local, protected woods. Free. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Bacon Ridge Natural Area, Crownsville.

30 Sunday

CITY NATURE CHALLENGE

CRITTERS OF THE CREEK

Head to the shoreline to get your feet wet and discover what creatures live in Otter Point Creek. Use the iNaturalist app to track what is found to add to the City Nature Challenge! $10.00. 2-3 p.m. Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, Abingdon. harfordcountymd.gov.

FOUR RIVERS GARDEN CLUB 78TH

ANNUAL FLOWER MART

BASKETS FOR MAY DAY

Custom and Ready-Made May Baskets

Pre-order & Day of the Event

Small floral arrangements and posies

Make your own basket- email for information Free. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. FourRiversGardenClub@facebook.com.

SPRING FLING CAR SHOW

Over 350 classic, vintage, and restored cars, trucks and hot rods will be on display along the streets of Historic Downtown Leonardtown on Sunday, April 30, 2023. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Leonardtown Square, Leonardtown. tockify.com.

EASTER BUNNY AT ARUNDEL MILLS & ANNAPOLIS MALL

Through April 8. Photos with the Easter Bunny. Check Website for times and make a Reservation here. Arundel Mills, Hanover. simon.com/ mall/arundel-mills. Westfield Annapolis Mall, Annapolis. Westfield.com

ANNUAL PEEPSHOW

March 31-April 10. A sweet fundraising event features marshmallow masterpieces, including sculptures, dioramas, mosaics and even videos, all crafted from or inspired by PEEPS®. You can view the entries for free and buy votes for your favorites, with all proceeds benefiting the Arts Council. MonSat: 10am-6:30pm, Sun: 12pm-5:30pm. Free, Carroll Arts Center, Westminster. carrollcountyarts council.org

SPRING BREAK

EGG HUNTS

April 1-9. Easter egg hunts, crafts, petting farm, rides, and play areas. Bring your own basket. Free with $8 admission. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Clark’s Elioak Farm, Ellicott City. clarklandfarm.com

FREE EASTER EGG

HUNT & FAMILY FESTIVAL

April 1. Egg hunt, face painting, pony rides, carnival games, moon bounce, and concessions. Free.

10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Bay Ridge Christian

Quick Guide

Church, Annapolis. bayridgechristian church.org

EASTER EGG FESTIVAL

April 1. Easter egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny and Ms. Cottontail, arts, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment.

11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Price: $5 for children 12 and under participating in the egg hunt. St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown. stmarysmd.com/recreate/ easter

BOWLING WITH THE

EASTER BUNNY

April 1. Come and celebrate Easter with bowling alongside the Easter Bunny! There will also be an egg hunt and other exciting activities. 3:30pm5:30pm. Lord Calvert Bowl, Prince Frederick. calvertcountymd.gov

EASTER FUN

ON THE FARM

April 1-2, 6-8. Enjoy a variety of fun activities such as an egg hunt, petting zoo, barnyard bunnies, a visit from the Easter bunny, farm trail, playground, flower planting, and more! Purchase tickets online for a 10 a.m., 12 p.m., or 2 p.m. time slot. Horsmon Farm, St. Leonard. calvertcountymd.gov

A DOGGONE FUN

EASTER EGG HUNT

April 1. Join #CCPR for a Doggone Fun Easter Egg Hunt at Cove Point Park on Saturday, April 1 from 9:30 to 10 a.m.

Bring your friendly canine companions to hunt for treat filled Easter eggs and a few with special prizes. This event is for dogs only. Dogs must be leashed at all times when not in the fenced dog park area. Please make sure your dog is social and plays nice with others. Preregistration is encouraged. Register at webtrac.co.cal. md.us/ and use activity # 430445. Cove Point Park, Lusby.

BUNNYLAND

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EGG HUNT

EGGSTRAVAGANZA

April 7. Easter Egg hunt. games, songs, and Easter Bunny photos. Ages 8 and under. My Gym, Annapolis. mygym.com/ annapolis/events

BUNNY BONANZOO

April 7-8. Games, activities, crafts, live entertainment, and nonstop egg hunts. Plus photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and Zoo mascots Sphen the penguin and Rita the griraffe! Free with zoo admission. 10am-4pm. Maryland Zoo, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org

WILLOW OAK’S

EASTER EGG HUNT

April 8. Eggs will be filled with candy and prizes. $12. Reservations Required. 1:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Willow Oak Flower and Herb Farm, Severn. willowoakherbs.com