The Big Book for Families 2023

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YOUR FAMILY MISSION STATEMENT

S e r v i n g a s a C o m p a s s f o r K i d s i n D e c i s i o n - M a k i n g

KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE

MARYLAND CALENDAR

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2023 RESOURCE GUIDE FOR FAMILIES

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than a School.More

Key is renowned for its rigorous academic program, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary studies, and produces unparalleled student outcomes.

But Key is more than just a school.

It’s a diverse community where students are transformed through authentic connections with their teachers and peers. It’s a training ground for winning athletic teams and talented artists. It’s a safe space where students take risks, self-advocate, and grow into ethical citizens and exceptional leaders.

Key School is one of the most sought-after college preparatory programs in Maryland because we are more than a school.

Experience the Key difference for yourself! Schedule a private weekday tour with one of our admission counselors today.

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25% scored 1397 or higher on the SAT

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86% earned merit scholarships to college

39% matriculated to Research 1 Universities

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The name of this issue says it all: the BIG Book for Families is just that and we’re excited to once again share this great informational guide for your family’s health, education, and fun. Inside these pages, we’ve got directories with direct contact information to find what you need, whether you’re looking for a new Favorite Doc health care provider, a Preschool or Private School, Summer Camp Programs, or an annual Calendar of Events to look forward to. Our directories can also be found online at ChesapeakeFamily. com/Directories with even more information plus a great feature in which you can compare listings as well as find recommendations from local parents.

Have you ever discussed having a Family Mission Statement? Or are you like me and not really sure what a Family Mission Statement is? Get answers and guidance to learn about creating a mission statement on Page 6 to do together as a family.

On Page 8, you’ll find important information about an unfortunate and scary trend that is happening to children online and the resources needed to prevent predators from continuing to exploit children. It’s a tough topic to discuss but open communication and information sharing is of utmost importance when dealing with these types of situations. Another hard topic to discuss is gun violence but with the Anne Arundel County Gun Violence Intervention Team, steps are being taken with a ERPO Toolkit to help those in danger. Read more on Page 16.

Starting on Page 21, we’ve got this year’s top voted Family Favorites, 5 great stops for delicious eats along the route to the beach, and the Annual Fun Planner. In addition to road trip restaurants, Page 27 has awesome ideas to pack more fruits and veggies into your kids’ daily meals. Speaking of fun plans, mark your calendars to see us at KIDS Fest on March 11 – a FREE and family-friendly event happening at “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center in Annapolis.

Here’s to a great 2023 with everything your family needs from our BIG Book!

Donna Jefferson, Publisher DJ@jecoannapolis.com

Your Family Mission Statement

Serving as a Compass for Kids in Decision-Making

by Mary Ostrowski

Consider the impact of a family mission statement. How powerful could that be?

Have you ever stopped to wonder what the purpose of a mission statement is? Go on any company website and you’ll find one. A mission statement is an identity tag. It alerts customers to the company’s values and tells you what they’re striving to do. It also serves as a guide for the employees of the company. You could say that a mission statement is like a North Star.

Take a moment to think about the qualities and activities you value. What is important to you? Now think about your actions – do they consistently reflect those values? Sometimes we think and “preach” one thing only to realize we’re doing something different. Kids are constantly watching us. Quite naturally, they think what they see us doing is important, and so they follow suit.

Are you on your phone looking at social media a lot? Your kids are likely to want a screen of some kind so they can be online too. Do you enjoy reading? If your kids see you reading, they’re more apt to be readers as well. After all, if you’re doing it, it must be important.

Creating a Family Mission Statement

So how can you create a mission statement for your own family? First, make sure you and your partner are on the same page. You don’t have to agree 100% on everything, but it’s important to find your “compromise ground” in areas you differ so you can be a united front with your children. For example, perhaps one of you

greatly values sports. You don’t mind if your child misses school for an athletic event and you are willing to give up evenings and weekends so they can be on traveling teams. Your partner thinks this is too much. It takes away from the importance of education and rarely allows you to have dinner together as a family.

Neither of you is wrong. The question is, what’s the middle ground so you both feel comfortable that your needs are being met and that you’re serving the best interests of your child too? (Remember to allow space for your child to add to this conversation later in the process!)

Define Your Values

Once you have identified the overarching values you want to guide your family, call a family meeting. Invite your kids into the conversation. Ideally, your child will add their own robust ideas, but top-down value-setting might be necessary in some situations (cell phone use comes to mind). Explain why it is important and help bring your child on board. This segues nicely into the next step, which is crucial. Discuss real-life scenarios that illustrate what these values look like – and what they do not look like. What do you do if you find yourself in this situation either as a family or as an individual?

Let’s say that a healthy lifestyle is one family value you wish to encourage. This may look like trying new foods; eating foods that are grown in the ground or come from a tree; preparing meals that include all colors of the rainbow. It does not look like eating Skittles every day because they’re rainbow colored. But it also doesn’t

have to mean that you’ll never have treats. Additionally, a healthy lifestyle looks like outdoor playtime every day. It does not look like countless hours in front of a tablet playing games. Though it could look like an hour of screentime each day.

Talk about moderation and what that means. Perfection isn’t the goal – awareness is. Your kids won’t always be with you. If they’re at a friend’s house whose family values don’t emphasize healthy living, then your kids will need a guide for what kinds of decisions to make – and the grace to know that “having values” doesn’t mean they can never stray from the rules. Nor does it mean that your family is better than someone else’s. Different families have different values; those differences are what add color to the world.

Putting It All Together

Mission statements are just that: statements. They’re usually a sentence or two. So, the final step in creating a mission statement for your family is to synthesize your goals into a short statement that is easy to remember.

You’ve likely seen a cartoon where a small devil is on the character’s one shoulder and an angel sits on the other. Both are whispering their advice – ack! Who to listen to? A short and sweet mission statement can be like that angel, reminding your child of your family’s values and helping them make decisions when they’re in a difficult situation.

Just like a company uses a mission statement to guide its choices, so too can a mission statement be your family’s North Star.

Keeping Kids Safe online W

hile kids are out of school on break, keeping an eye on their online presence is more important than ever. The FBI has released information about an increase in the number of cases that involve children and teens being threatened and coerced into sending sexual or explicit images online; this is a crime called sextortion. Sextortion is an online crime when an adult interacts with a person under the age of 18 and convinces them to share sexual pictures or perform sexual acts via the internet. Often times, the children believe they are communicating with someone their own age and they are unaware it is a predator. Once the explicit material from the child is received, they are then threatened with blackmail that the pictures or video will be released unless money or gift cards are sent.

The best defense against these terrible crimes is information-sharing and open lines of communication between you and your children. Continue to have open conversations about what is and is not appropriate online behavior and explain that anyone or anything could be

online, including predators committing crimes with bad intent. Help them understand that the internet doesn’t have a delete button; any photo or video online will always have the risk and the potential to become public.

Another crucial element is letting your child know that they can trust you and come to you for help. You are their first person that can be trusted with this information to comfort them, help them understand they are the victim in this situation, and that together, you will report this crime to the authorities and law enforcement.

To report a case of exploitation of sextortion, contact your local FBI field office, call 1-800-CALL-FBI, or report it online at tips.fbi.gov. The FBI also has staff dedicated to assisting victims of crime. Learn more about our Victim Services Division and know your rights if you are the victim of sextortion and your images have been posted online.

For more information, check out https://www.fbi.gov/ how-we-can-help-you/safety-resources/scams-and-safety/ common-scams-and-crimes/sextortion.

PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

If your child is ready for preschool and you’re ready to find the perfect school, our Preschool Directory is the place to go. Schools with descriptions are advertisers, and information is provided by the school. You can find additional information about all schools, including class size, financial aid, foreign language offerings and more, online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/preschools. Only preschool programs are listed here. Programs that start at kindergarten or higher are listed in our Private School Directory at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ privateschools.

410-768-4526 bright-beginning.com

Creative Garden Nursery School and Kindergarten

Crofton, 410-721-7711

creativegardenschools.com

2 years–Kindergarten

Crofton Children’s Centre

Gambrills, 301-261-0599

croftonchildren.com

2 years–PreK-4

CrossRoads Child Development Center

Davidsonville, 410-798-5790

crossroadscdc.com

2 years-PreK-4

Edinboro Early School

Severna Park, 410-544-2476

edinboroearlyschool.org

2 years - Kindergarten

Before & after care

A Giants Preschool

Edgewater

443-764-1217

agiantspreschool.com

6 weeks–4 years

Anchors-A-Wee Preschool

Annapolis

410-757-6556 aawpreschool.com

2 years–Pre-K

Arundel Christian School

Hanover

410-859-8573

arundelchristianschool.org

Infants-12th grade

Asbury Community Christian Preschool and Clubhouse

Arnold, 410-757-7113

asburychristianpreschool.org

2 years-12 years

Bay Country Learning Center

Annapolis, 410-974-6700

baycountrylc.com

Infants-PreK-4

Beth Shalom Preschool

Arnold, 410-757-0552

annapolistemple.org

2 years–PreK

Bright Beginning

Children’s Learning Center

Crownsville (license #130684), 410-923-3192

Glen Burnie (license #160256),

2 years–PreK-4

Calvary Baptist Church Academy

Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324 cbcaknights.org

3 years–12th grade

Calvary Center School Annapolis, 410-268-3812 calumc.org/ccs-about

3 years – PreK4

Chesapeake Montessori School Annapolis, 410-757-4740 chesapeake-montessori.com

18 months–8th grade

Colonial Nursery School Annapolis, 410-266-8064 colonialnurseryschool.org

2 years–PreK-5

Community Christian Preschool

Pasadena, 410-255-9250 ccpspasadena.org

2 years – PreK-4

Community United Methodist Child Care Crofton, 410-451-1010 cumcdc.com

3 years–PreK-4

Creative Beginnings

Preschool Arnold, 410-647-9224 collegeparkwaybaptist.net/cbp

2 years–PreK-4

Tuition: Varies

Four-year degreed teachers implement MSDE approved curriculum. Structured programs include language arts, math, music, science, art and social studies. Child Care Aware (military) approved. Playground time, homework help, snack, crafts and games in a safe, nurturing environment. See our ad on page 10

Faith Baptist Child Development Center

Glen Burnie, 410-761-9112

welcometo.faith/cdc

2 years–Kindergarten

Grace Pointe Child Development Center

Severn, 410-987-6777

gpccn.org, 6 weeks–PreK-5

Granite Baptist School

Glen Burnie, 410-761-1118

granitebaptistschool.org

3 years–12th grade

Grannie Annie’s Child Care & Learning Center

Pasadena, 410-255-0478

granniecare.com

Infants- 5th grade

Harundale Presbyterian Weekday School

Glen Burnie, 410-766-4338

Myhpws.org

3 years – PreK

Heritage Learning Center

Annapolis, 410-263-5153

preschoolannapolis.org

2 years-PreK-4

Indian Creek School

Crownsville, 410-849-5151

indiancreekschool.org

PreK 3-12th grade

Joy Kids Learning Center

Edgewater, Mayo, 443-837-6001

joykidslearning.com

2 years–PreK-5

Keenan Christian Learning Center

Pasadena, 410-544-3107

keenanchristianlearn.com

2 years–PreK-4

Key School

Annapolis, 410-263-9231

keyschool.org

2.5 years–12th grade

Before & after care

Tuition Costs: $9,355-$31,980/yr

Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus. Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and articulate leaders.

See our ad on page 2

Kiddie Academy of Arnold Arnold, 410-315-7552

kiddieacademy.com/arnold

Infants–5th grade

Kneseth Israel Preschool

Annapolis

410-263-3924 x8

knesethisrael.org/pre-school.html

2 years–PreK-5

London Towne Academy

Edgewater

410-798-5128

londontowneacademy.org

3 years–Kindergarten

Magothy Cooperative Preschool

Pasadena, 410-360-0292

magothycooperative.org

2 years–PreK-4

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Monsignor Slade Catholic School

Glen Burnie, 410-766-7130

2 years - 8th grade

$3,509-$10,528/yr

Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ. See our ad on page 16

Montessori International Children’s House

Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org

18 months–6th grade

Naval Academy Primary School

Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org

3 years-5th grade

Play and Learn

Annapolis, 410-263-4029 Crownsville, 410-987-3312 playandlearnmaryland.org

Infants to 5 years

Right Start Academy

Gambrills, 410-923-7575 rightstartacademy.org

2 years–5 years

Saint Andrew’s Day School

Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org

3 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition $9,675 - $14,155/yr

Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic success. See our ad on page 10

School of the Incarnation

Gambrills, 410-519-2285 schooloftheincarnation.org

PreK 4 - 8th grade

Severn School

Arnold, 410-647-7700 severnschool.com

PreK 3 – 12th grade

Tuition: $8,945-$30,140/yr

Severn School is a day school enrolling boys and girls in preschool through grade 12. The School strives to meet the needs of young learners as well as collegebound students while challenging them to realize personal excellence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship. See our ad on page 11

Ss. Constantine & Helen School

Annapolis, 410-573-2078 sschschool.org, 3 years–PreK-4

St. Andrew by the Bay Preschool Annapolis, 410-974-1994 standrewbythebay.org

2 years–PreK-5

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis

Annapolis, 410-263-8650 st.annesschool.org

2 years–8th grade

St. John the Evangelist School

Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org

4 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition: $5,205 - $8,675/yr

St. John the Evangelist School offers a stimulating, dynamic and challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. Our faculty have the knowledge, experience and love for teaching that guides and inspires every student. Contact us today to see how we merge faith, technology and academics to create good citizens and future leaders. See our ad on page 13

St. Margaret’s Day School

Annapolis, 410-757-2333

stmargaretsdayschool.org

2 years–Kindergarten

St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School

Severna Park, 410-647-7055

stmartinsmd.org

3 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition: $3,600-$14,100/yr

We are an independent school

380 Jumpers Hole Rd. Severna Park, MD ︱410-544-2476

educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character.

See our ad on page 16

Weems Creek

Nursery School

Annapolis, 410-266-5522

weemscreeknurseryschool.com

2 years–PreK

Woods Child Development Center

Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org, 2 years–PreK-4

Bryn Mawr Little School Baltimore, 410-323-8826 brynmawrschool.org

2 months–Kindergarten

Friends School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-649-3211 friendsbalt.org

4 years–12th grade

CALVERT COUNTY

Calvert Nursery School Prince Frederick, 410-535-0577 calvertnurseryschool.com

3 years–PreK-4

Imagine Nations Early Learning Center

Julia Brown School Laurel, 301-498-0604 juliabrownschools.com

18 months–3rd grade

Joy in Learning Columbia, 410-740-2999 joyinlearningchildcare.com

Infants–PreK-5

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY

The Daisy Lane School at Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School

Glenn Dale, 301-464-3215 htrinity.org, 3 years–8th grade

Leal Angels Bilingual Child

QUEEN ANNE’S COUNTY

Christ Episcopal Church Day School

Stevensville

410-643-8248

cecds.org, 3 years–Pre-K

Little Lamb Preschool

Grasonville

410-827-6022

wyebiblechurch.com

2 years-Kindergarten

Kiddie Academy of Kent Island

Stevensville

410-643-3932

educationaldaycare.

PRIVATE SCHOOL DIRECTORY

Whether you’re looking for a private school with rigorous academics, a faith-based curriculum, or the special needs services, our area is rife with options. Our Private School Directory lists private and parochial schools in the region. Schools with descriptions are advertisers, and have provided the information listed. For more details, such as enrollment, class sizes, and programs, visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/privateschools.

vidual and promotes learning.

See our ad on page 16

Calvary Baptist Church Academy

Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324

cbcaknights.org

3 years–12th grade

Chesapeake

Montessori School

Annapolis 410-757-4740

chesapeake-montessori.com

18 months–8th grade

Edinboro Early School

Severna Park, 410-544-2476

edinboroearlyschool.org

2 years – Kindergarten

Before & after care

Tuition: Varies

9th grade–12th grade

Indian Creek School

Crownsville, 410-849-5151

indiancreekschool.org

2.9 years–12th grade

Before & after care

Key School

Annapolis, 410-263-9231

keyschool.org

2.5 years–12th grade

Before & after care

Tuition Costs: $9,355-$31,980/yr

Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus. Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and

ANNE ARUNDEL archbishopspalding.org

Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

See our ad on page 16

Montessori International Children’s House

Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org

18 months–6th grade

Before & after care

Naval Academy

Primary School

Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org

3 years-5th grade

Rockbridge Academy

Crownsville, 410-923-1171 rockbridgeacademy.org

Kindergarten - 12th grade

Before & after care

Tuition: $7,400-$17,170/yr

Rockbridge Academy is a K-12 classical Christian school located in Anne Arundel County serving Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, areas. A 25-year tradition of academic excellence using the classical method, combined with a loving, Christian environment, creates self-motivated lifelong learners who pursue truth, beauty, and goodness as they are taught to be socially graceful and spiritually gracious.

See our ad on page 15

Saint Andrew’s Day School

Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org

3 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition $9,675 - $14,155/yr

Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic success.See our ad on page 10

School of the Incarnation

Gambrills, 410-519-2285 schooloftheincarnation.org

4 years–8th grade

Severn School Arnold, 410-647-7700 severnschool.com

PreK 3 – 12th grade

Tuition: $8,945-$30,140/yr

Severn School is a day school enrolling boys and girls in preschool through grade 12. The Schoo strives to meet the needs of young learners as well as collegebound students while challenging them to realize personal excellence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship.

See our ad on page 11

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis Annapolis, 410-263-8650 stannesschool.org

2 years–8th grade

St. John the Evangelist School Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org

4 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition: $5,205 - $8,675/yr

St. John the Evangelist School offers a challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. Our faculty have the knowledge, experience, and love for teaching that guides and inspires every student. Contact us today (lfish@ stjohnsp.org) to see how we merge faith, technology, and academics to create good citizens and future leaders.

See our ad on page 13

St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School

Severna Park, 410-647-7055

stmartinsmd.org

3 years–8th grade

Before & after care

Tuition: $3,600-$14,100/yr

We are an independent school educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character. See our ad on page 16

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Wye River Upper School offers an individualized middle and high school education for grades

8-12 in a low-stress, yet challenging, academic environment. Our program ensures a well-rounded experience including athletics and the arts, offered within a daily structure that is responsive to the needs of teenagers.

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St. Martin’s Lutheran School

Annapolis, 410-269-1955

stmartinsonline.org

PreK3 - 8th grade

St. Mary’s Parish and School

Annapolis, 410-990-4236, 410-990-4135

stmarysannapolis.org

PreK 4 - 12th grade

St. Paul’s Lutheran School

Glen Burnie, 410-766-5790

stpaulslutheranschoolgb.org

3 years–8th grade

St. Philip Neri Catholic School

Linthicum, 410-859-1212

st.philip-neri.org

4 years–8th grade

The Summit School

Edgewater, 410-798-0005

thesummitschool.org

1st grade-8th grade

Tuition: See Website

The Summit School serves bright students with dyslexia and other learning differences in grades

1-8. Highly-trained teachers maximize students’ strengths and support areas of weakness through research-based instruction. Learning outcomes are monitored and measured. Impacts can be lifechanging! See our ad on page 12

BALTIMORE

Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools

Baltimore, 410-547-5369

archbalt.org/schools

2 years–12 th grade

Baltimore School for the Arts

Baltimore, 443-642-5165

bsfa.org, 9th grade–12th grade

Calvert School

Baltimore, 410-243-6054

calvertschoolmd.org

Pre K - 8th grade

The Catholic High School of Baltimore

Baltimore, 410-732-6200

thecatholichighschool.org

9th–12th grade

Roland Park Country School

Baltimore, 410-323-5500

rpcs.org

Infant-12th grade

Tuition: $23,900-$35,900/yr

Roland Park Country School is an independent school for girls in Grades K-12, with a coed preschool (Little Reds) for children

6 weeks through 5 years. Located in the historic Roland Park neighborhood, RPCS is a place of

profound and hands-on learning with a rich history of dedication to the intellectual and moral development of its students. See our ad on page 14

The Park School of Baltimore

Baltimore, 410-339-7070

parkschool.net

Pre-K – Grade 12

Before & After Care

St. Paul Lutheran School

Catonsville, 410-747-1924

stpaulcatonsville.org/school 18 months–5th grade

CALVERT

Cardinal Hickey Academy

Owings, 410-286-0404

cardinalhickeyacademy.org

Montessori PreK 3-4, Traditional Kindergarten - 8th grade

The Calverton School

Huntintown, 410-535-0216 calvertonschool.org

PreK 3–12th grade

Tidewater School

Huntingtown, 410-257-0533 thetidewaterschool.org

2.5 years–5th grade

HOWARD

Bethel Christian Academy

Savage, 301-725-4673 bethelchristianacademy.com

3 years–8th grade

Trinity School

Ellicott City, 443-498-5040 trinityschoolmd.org

3 years-8th grade

PRINCE GEORGE’S

Bishop McNamara High School

Forestville, 301-735-8401 bmhs.org, 9th–12th grade

Divine Peace Lutheran School

Upper Marlboro, Largo 301.350-4522 divinepeace.org

Kindergarten-8th Grade

Divine Peace Lutheran School has been offering excellent Christian education to families for 40 years. A small school with a great purpose, we offer a multi-grade, multiage approach to learning. The small class sizes and low studentto-teacher ratio provides for more personal attention and individualized learning opportunities. Our qualified and caring teachers are dedicated to educating the entire child: spiritually, emotionally, physically, socially, and academically.

DeMatha Catholic High School

Hyattsville, 240-764-2200 dematha.org

9th–12th grade

Elizabeth Seton High School

Bladensburg, 301-864-4532 setonhs.org

9th–12th grade

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School

Bowie, Glenn Dale 301-464-3215, htrinity.org

3 years–8th grade

St. Vincent Pallotti High School

Laurel, 301-725-3228 pallottihs.org

9th–12th grade

QUEEN ANNE’S

The Gunston School Centreville, 410-758-0620 gunston.org, 9th–12th grade

Wye River Upper School Centreville, 410-758-2922 wyeriverupperschool.org

9th–12th grade

Tuition: Please visit website Wye River engages bright students with learning differences in a challenging educational experience, preparing them for college, career, and life. Our students gain knowledge and independence through an inquiry-driven, multi-sensory, multi-modal pedagogy. To support this approach, project-based learning, outcome-based goals, and applied experiences outside of the classroom highlight our courses.

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TALBOT

The Country School Easton, 410-822-1935

countryschool.org

5 years–8th grade

Radcliffe Creek School

Chestertown, 410-778-8150

radcliffecreekschool.org

5 years–8th grade

Saints Peter & Paul Parish and School

Easton, 410-822-2275

ssppeaston.org

PreK-12th grade

We are the only Catholic PreK-12 school on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We offer outstanding and experienced faculty, small class size, diverse student life and athletic opportunities, a faithcentered sense of service and leadership, and a community rooted in faith. See our ad on page 15

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Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Toolkit

Anne Arundel County Gun Violence Intervention Team Shares Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Toolkit

by Claire Darcy

When someone is at risk of violence to themselves or others, an ERPO civil order with due process protections, can be issued by a court. The order allows law enforcement, family members and health care professionals to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from a person who poses a risk of imminent harm to self or others. For the duration of the order, the individual is also prohibited from purchasing firearms. The Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s Gun Violence Intervention Team (GVIT) released an online resource to help residents learn more about Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs).

ERPO Toolkit

This new ERPO toolkit is designed to be a local resource, giving Anne Arundel County residents easy access to information about ERPOs, along with details on how to file one, who can file for an ERPO, how long they last, and a number to call to ask questions.

“ERPO laws empower families and law enforcement and help prevent gun deaths and protect communities,” Anne Arundel County Health Officer Dr. Nilesh Kalyanaraman said. “This online resource is one more step in the GVIT’s efforts to keep communities safer by sharing information they can use.”

As an early adopter of using ERPOs, Anne Arundel County has been able to train staff from crisis response, law enforcement and the justice system. As a result, the county files more petitions for ERPOs than anywhere else in the state.

“Thanks to the trained, dedicated staff at the Police Department, our county has the highest ERPO approval rate in the state,” said County Executive Pittman. “In Anne Arundel County we are working to make communities safer.”

The GVIT was established on August 12, 2020, following an executive order by County Executive Steuart Pittman declaring gun violence a public health issue. The Team operates under the auspices of the Department of Health and works through collaborative meetings and workgroups with over a dozen partner agencies to use a public health lens, data and community engagement to reduce gun violence.

For more information on the Gun Violence Intervention Team, visit aahealth.org/gvit.

CAMP DIRECTORY

For most kids, camp makes up a good portion of their summer. Whether it’s overnight or day camps, families can find camps to explore a range of activities in a general camp setting, or specialize in areas ranging from art and music to sports and STEM topics. The following camps are in Maryland unless otherwise noted. Programs with descriptions are advertisers. For more day camps and overnight camps, visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/camps.

ACADEMIC

Club SciKidz MD

Odenton, Severna Park, 443-561-4000, clubscikidzmd.com

Idea Lab Kids Columbia, 443542-2242 idealabkids.com/location/howardcounty

Smart Fit Kids Academy Severna Park, 443-597-7173 smartfitkidsacademy.com

Summer at Summit Summer at Summit Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org

1st grade-8th grade Camp Summit is for bright children entering grades 1-8 who struggle with reading, writing and math. Academic mornings include one hour each of reading, math, oral/ written expression. Afternoons are filled with fun and recreation!

See our ad on page 12

UMBC Summer Day Camp Catonsville 410-455-2638 summerdaycamp.umbc.edu

ARTS, DANCE, & MUSIC

ArtFarm Annapolis Annapolis, 410-570-1581 artfarmannapolis.com

Artworks Studio Annapolis, 410-271-3343 artworksstudio.info

Ballet Chesapeake Abingdon, 410-877-0777 balletchesapeake.org

Ballet Theatre of Maryland Annapolis, 410-263-8289 balletmaryland.org

Davy Dance Academy Annapolis, 240-476-6145 davydanceacademy.com

Design in Motion Dance Camp Gambrills, 410-923-9925 designinmotion.com

L’Ecole de Danse Annapolis, 410-216-9112 lecolededanse.org

4 years - Adult

Our ballet studio stresses selfdiscipline, correct body placement and traditional French terminology, but also encourages self-expression and confidence in movement through positive reinforcement to instill the love of dance. A performance is given each spring allowing students the opportunity to perform in a full-length ballet program.

See our ad on page 19

Maryland Hall Summer Camps

Annapolis, 410-263-5544 marylandhall.org/classes/ summer-camps/

Maryland Hall offers a variety of summer camps offered Monday through Friday. Your camper can

experience the arts all summer including visual arts, dance, and music. See our ad on page 20 & 26

Music Together

Chesapeake

Annapolis, Severna Park 301-262-9538 musictogetherchesapeake.com

Naptown Sings and Plays!

Summer Music Camps

Annapolis, 410-279-3208

naptownsings.com/summer-campsand-classes

3 years – 11 years

Our Summer Music Camps are jam-packed with music, more music, and fun! Students of all levels and abilities will have the opportunity to learn to sing in our pop glee clubs, drum their hearts out in world drumming class, play various instruments, and participate in fun musical activities. In addition to group instruction in voice and instruments, students will make friends, play games, and have an all-around musical good time.

Priddy Music Academy

Summer Band Camps

Millersville, 443-988-3970

priddymusicacademy.com

8 years – 17 years

Sign up for our amazing rock band camp. Under the direction of our experienced and fun camp counselors, campers form bands, including vocalists, guitarists, bassists, keyboardists, and drummers according to their skill level and age. Campers choose songs they want to work on, learn them, rehearse them together, record them and perform them.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Adventure Camps at Terrapin Adventures

Savage, 301-725-1313

terrapinadventures.com/ adventure-camps

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park

Summer Camp

Annapolis, 410-295-0104 x 31 amaritime.org/education/camps

Cylburn Arboretum Friends

Summer Nature Camp

Baltimore, 410-367-2217

cylburn.org/programs-events/ nature-camp

Eco Adventures

Millersville, 410-987-1300

ecoadventures.org

5 years -12th grade

Echo Hill Outdoor School

Summer Explore

Worton, 410-348-5880

ehos.org, 4 years – 12th grade

River’s Edge Forest Play

West River, 410-703-6157

riversedgeforestplay.com

GYMNASTICS

Docksiders Gymnastics

Millersville, 410-987-8780

docksidersgymnastics.com

Thrive Gymnastics

Annapolis, 410-995-8130

Severna Park, 410-709-8130 thrivegym.com

MULTIPLE THEMES/ GENERAL CAMP PROGRAMS

Adventures in Camp

Columbia, 240-997-1700

AdventuresinCamp.com

Annapolis Area Christian School Summer Programs

Severn, 443-257-3923

aacsonline.org/summer

3.5 years - 12th grade

Annapolis Recreation and Parks Summer Camps

Annapolis, 410-263-7958

annapolis.gov/354/CampInformation

Annapolis Recreation and Parks offers a variety of day camps for ages 4-15. Activities include traditional day camps with field trips and themed sessions while special interest camps include sports, STEAM, stand up paddleboarding, LEGO®, nature and baton twirling. ALL campers will enjoy swimming at the Kenneth R. Dunn Municipal Pool at Truxtun Park. See our ad on page 20

Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks

Annapolis, 410-222-7313 aacounty.org/recparks

Ages 3-12th grade

Anne Arundel Recreation and Parks is THE destination for camps and programs for all ages including: Summer Day Camps, Summer Fun Centers, Art Camps, Science and Engineering Camps, Theatre Performance and Dance Camps, Sports Camps, Summer Aquatics Camps, Nature Exploration Camps, Teens on the Go, and Adaptive Day Camps for all abilities.

See our ad on page 19

Bayside Summer Adventure Camp

Annapolis, 410-266-6132 baysidesummercamp.com

4 years – 8th grade

Bright Beginning Children’s Learning Center

Crownsville (license# 130684) 410-923-3192

Glen Burnie (license#160256) 410-768-4526 bright-beginning.com, 2–5 years

Camp Wabanna

Edgewater, 410-798-0455 campwabanna.org

4 years-16 years

Camp Wabanna is a day and overnight camp for ages 4-16 located on a 23 acre peninsula at the convergence of the Chesapeake Bay and Rhode River. We offer adventure based programming like sailing, kayaking, crabbing and fishing, banana boating and tubing, rock climbing, zip-lining, giant swing, and team building. All geared to grow the campers in basic life skills in a faith filled environment. See our ad on page 17

Chesapeake Montessori School Summer Camps

Annapolis, 410-757-4740 chesapeake-montessori.com

Edinboro Early School Summer Program

Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org

2 years-2nd grade

Running for nine weeks, we feature a single, multifaceted topic and

culminate with a lunch program for children ages 2 to 2nd grade. Weekly “water days” and two weeks of optional swim lessons.

See our ad on page 10

Grannie Annie’s Summer Program

Pasadena, 410-255-0478 granniecare.com

IDEAS Summer Camp

Annapolis, 844-516-2267 ideassummercamps.com

Summer at Friends

Baltimore, 410-649-3218 fscamp.org

Summer at KEY

Annapolis, 443-321-2575

keyschool.org/community/ summer-at-key

3.5 years – 12th grade

With a variety of fun and enriching in-person camp programs planned, Summer at KEY has something for everyone in 2022. From themed traditional camps for the youngest campers to specialty STEM, cooking, art, and athletic camps, we are committed to creating a memorable summer experience for all of our campers. See our ad on page 2

Summer at Saint Andrew’s Edgewater, 410-216-2660 summer.standrewsum.org

3 years – 8th grade

Continue the joy of learning, playing and discovering this summer at Saint Andrew’s. Our summer programs offer campers of all ages opportunities to explore and grow in a fun and exciting environment. From time traveling on prehistoric adventures to venturing to space and beyond, your camper is in for an unforgettable summer of fun!

See our ad on page 10

Summer at Severn School

Arnold, Severna Park 410-647-7700

severnschool.com/programs/ summer-programs

3.5 years – 12th grade

Summer at Severn provides a safe and stimulating environment for students as young as age

3.5 through those entering 12th grade. Our weeklong sessions are

made up of fun and educational activities centered on different weekly themes.

See our ad on page 11

St. Margaret’s Day School Summer Camp

Annapolis, 410-757-2333 stmargaretsdayschool.org

2 years–10 years

West River Center West River, 410-867-0991 westrivercenter.org

Scholarships Available!

Woods Child Development Center

Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org

The Y in Central Maryland

Arnold, Pasadena, ymarylandcamp.org

OVERNIGHT

Camp Horizons

Harrisonburg, Va., 540-896-7600 camphorizonsva.com

6 years – 16 years

Adult & Youth sports and enrichment programs and summer camps

Affordable memberships to the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center

Truxtun Park with pavilions, fields, skate park, boat ramp, outdoor pool, tennis and pickleball courts

Camp Letts YMCA

Edgewater, 410-919-1400 campletts.org

Camp Tall Timbers

High View, Wv., 301-874-0111 camptalltimbers.com

Camp Wabanna

Edgewater, 410-798-0455 campwabanna.org

4 years-16 years

We offer adventure based programming like sailing, kayaking, crabbing and fishing, banana boating and tubing, rock climbing, zip-lining, giant swing, and team building. All geared to grow the campers in basic life skills in a faith filled environment.

See our ad on page 17

Girl Scout Camp

Conowingo

Maryland, SUP Yoga, SUP

Fitness, SUP Games, fishing & crabbing, and learning to appreciate and love the outdoors.

KidShip Sailing School

Annapolis, 410-267-7205 kidshipsailing.com

MRYC Junior Sail

St Michaels, 410-829-3157 milesriveryc.org

SPECIAL NEEDS

Camp Accomplish

Nanjemoy, 301-870-3226 melwood.org/camp

Camp Attaway

Columbia, 202-838-6929 campattaway.org

Camp Inclusion Glenelg, 443-398-8537 campinclusion.org

410-263-7958

273 Hilltop Lane · Annapolis, MD

40 parks, trails and playgrounds on 200+ acres plus 17+ miles of shoreline Healthy Living Starts Here.

www.annapolis.gov/recreation

Conowingo, 410-358-9711 gscm.org/en/camp/Summer Camp.html

Independent Lake Camp Thompson, Pa., 800-399-2267 independentlake.com

Mercersburg Academy

Summer Programs

Mercersburg, Pa. 717-328-6386 mercersburgsummer.com

South Mountain YMCA at Camp Conrad Weiser Reinholds, Pa., 610-670-2267 smymca.org/summer-camps/campconrad-weiser-overnight-camp, 5 years-8th grade

YMCA Camp Tockwogh

Worton, 410-348-6000 ymcacamptockwogh.org

6 years – 12th grade

SAILING/WATER SPORTS

Capital SUP “Grom Camp”

Annapolis, 410-919-9402 Capitalsup.com

7 years - 14 years

4 Days of FUN - On and Off the water. “Grom Camp” will be filled with learning sessions, water safety, how to SUP from the most knowledgeable instructors in

Easterseals Camp Fairlee

Chestertown, 410-778-0566 CampFairlee.com

SPORTS & GENERAL FITNESS

All-Sport Kids Academy

Gambrills, 443-343-0127 athleticperformanceinc.com/aska/ summer-camps.html

3.5 years-8th grade

All-Sport Kids Academy offers fullday, full-week summer camps all summer long. Our camp emphasizes learning, fun, and sportsmanship. Our facility allows your child time both indoors and out, promising a fun, active, safe experience that only API can offer.

See our ad on page 19

Benfield Sports Summer Camp

Millersville, 410-987-5100

Benfieldsc.com, 5 years -8th grade

Weber’s Bulldog Basketball Camp

Annapolis, 410-519-5300 x3150 webersbulldogbasketball.com

For a complete list of camps visit us at ChesapeakeFamily.com.

5

Delicious Detours

lettuce, tomato, onion and vinaigrette on an Italian roll. Mon.-Sat., 9am-5 pm; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m, lovepointdeli.com 109 Main St., Stevensville, 410-604-2447

STORM AND DAUGHTERS

In downtown Easton, this retro, old-fashioned style ice cream shop has a vibe that will put you in vacation mode the minute you walk inside. The most popular menu item is the shop’s Waffle Wednesdaes: giant sundaes piled on Belgian-waffles with toppings galore. They are also known for their everchanging craft shake flavors, like the ‘Violet Beauregard’, a float made with blueberry soda, fresh blueberries and whipped cream. Daily, 12-9pm, stormanddaughters.com 32 Dover Street, Easton, 443-746-0058.

CINDY’S EASTSIDE KITCHEN

This modest roadside diner boasts “Eastern Shore Style Home Cooking.” Come hungry and feast on the specials like chicken and dumplings, fried catfish, hot roast beef sandwiches, and house-made desserts such as strawberry pie and coconut cream pie. Cindy’s also serves up the best breakfast in Cambridge with pancakes, omelets and classics like creamed chipped beef. Mon.-Sat., 6 am-2 pm. 3127 Aireys Spur Road, Cambridge, 410-228-3830

BAY COUNTRY BAKERY

An enormous donut painted on the side of the building is the first sign a sweet surprise awaits at the Bay Country Bakery in Cambridge. Follow your nose inside, where owners Dave and Gena Levy are cooking up 33 different kinds of bread and more than 30 kinds of donuts daily. The homemade coffee rings with different crumble choices, muffins, pastries and scones are sure to tickle your sweet tooth. Mon.-Sat. 6 am-1 pm Closed Sundays, baycountrybakery.com

2951 Ocean Gateway, Cambridge, 410-228-9111.

BAYWATER TRADING CO.

by Nancy Parode

When driving to a Maryland or Delaware beach, most of us are itching to put our toes in the sand as fast as possible. But there’s no reason why your next trip to the beach can’t take a delicious detour. These food finds just off the highway will put some fuel in your tank — and get your vacation off to a delicious start.

LOVE POINT DELI

Just over the Bay Bridge, the Love Point Deli serves almost 30 different custom sandwiches, various overstuffed subs and 13 different wraps, the Love Point Deli is sure to satisfy the most discriminating sandwich snob. Try the Chesapeake, a sub made with peppermill turkey, genoa salami, provolone,

A farm market and bakery partners with local farmers and vendors to provide the freshest products from the shore, including handmade soaps, spices, and farm products. The baked goods are made fresh daily with an ever-changing menu of sweets. Don’t miss the bestselling key lime donuts and massive cinnamon rolls. Sun.-Wed., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m, baywatertrading.com

27000 Ocean Gateway, Hebron, 443-859-8738

LITTLE BITTA BULL BBQ

With classic savory sides like collard greens, and mac and cheese, and local favorites like crab balls and lump crab dip, The pulled pork tacos, extreme grilled cheese and Old Bay Crushes are worth the trip alone, but don’t forget to end your meal with their signature dessert, the Golden Hill: deep fried cornbread on top of vanilla ice cream, drizzled with honey and topped with homemade whipped cream. Hours: Wed-Sun., 11am-9pm, facebook.com/lilbittabull

520 Race Street, Cambridge, 443-205-2219

The best places on your way to the beach to grab some good eats

The results are in for our Family Favorites 2022! There are so many great recommendations of your favorite kids’ menu, brunch spot, takeout restaurant, breweries, and playgrounds. With your votes, we have rounded up the top nominations in everything from pet care to happy hour, party place to music lessons, and a ton more in between. Family Favorites has all you need to find that perfect place to shop, eat, play and live!

OUTDOOR PLAY SPOT

Dunkirk District Park Dunkirk

calvertcountymd.gov/2838/ Dunkirk-District-Park

Anne Arundel County

Recreation and Parks

• -Broadneck Park

• -Davidsonville Park

• -Downs Park

• -Kinder Farm

• -Lake Waterford

• -Quiet Waters Park aacounty.org/departments/ recreation-parks/parks

Historic London Town & Gardens

Edgewater, historiclondontown.org

INDOOR PLAY PLACE

Mission Escape Rooms

Annapolis, Hanover, Waugh Chapel

missionescaperooms.com

Hyper Kidz Columbia columbia.hyperkidzplay.com

Maryland Science Center Baltimore mdsci.org

FAVORITE PARTY PLACE

Sky Zone Bowie skyzone.com/bowie

Naptown Sings and Plays

Annapolis naptownsings.com

Mission Escape Rooms

Annapolis, Hanover, Waugh Chapel

missionescaperooms.com

Visit us online for even more Family Favorites at ChesapeakeFamily.com/FamilyFavorites

FAVORITE RESTAURANT

Old Stein Inn Edgewater oldstein-inn.com

Boatyard Bar & Grill Annapolis boatyardbarandgrill.com

Garry’s Grill Severna Park garrysgrill.com

FAVORITE TAKEOUT

Chad’s BBQ Edgewater chadsbbq.com

Jack’s Fortune Annapolis jackfortune1.com

Nano Asian Dining Annapolis nanoasian.com

2022 Family Favorites

KIDS’ FAVORITE MENU

Miss Shirley’s Annapolis, Inner Harbor, Roland Park missshirleys.com

Glory Days Grill Edgewater, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie glorydaysgrill.com

Skipper’s Pier Deale, skipperspier.com

FAVORITE BREWERY

Forward Brewing Annapolis forwardeastport.com

Union Craft Brewing Baltimore unioncraftbrewing.com

Guinness Open Gate Brewery Baltimore guinnessbrewerybaltimore.com

BEST CRAB CAKES

Hellas Restaurant & Lounge Millersville

hellasrestaurantandlounge.com

Boatyard Bar & Grill Annapolis boatyardbarandgrill.com

The Point Crab House and Grill Arnold thepointcrabhouse.com

1. Smoked wings from Chad's BBQ in Edgewater.

2. Hangout for a good time at Skyzone in Bowie

3.Park Tavern in Severna Park features a new flavor Crush drink every month.

FAVORITE BRUNCH

Miss Shirley’s Annapolis, Inner Harbor, Roland Park missshirleys.com

Evelyn’s Annapolis Annapolis evelynsannapolis.com

The Breakfast Shoppe Severna Park thebreakfastshoppe.com

FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR

Park Tavern Severna Park parktavernsp.com

Red Red Wine Bar Annapolis redredwinebar.com

True Food Kitchen Annapolis truefoodkitchen.com

FAVORITE DATE NIGHT

Vin 909 Annapolis vin909.com

Luna Blu Ristorante Italiano Annapolis lunabluofannapolis.com

Carrol’s Creek Café Annapolis carrolscreek.com

THE DMV PLANNER PLANNER

ANNUAL ANNUAL FUN FUN

From seasonal festivals to special holidays to unique celebrations that showcase this area’s character and culture, families in Central Maryland will find special activities all year long. Here’s a list of some of our favorite activities during the year, organized by season. Be sure to check our online calendar for more fun things to do daily, and our seasonal event listings online to make sure you don’t miss the best family-friendly events this area has to offer.

SPRING: MARCH–MAY

Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Marching bands, bagpipes, floats, and associated parties. facebook.com/nappadparade

Oyster Roast and Sock Burning

Sock burning party with live music and oyster roast. Annapolis Maritime Museum. amaritime.org

Annapolis Film Festival

Multi-day event with films, discussions and special events. Various Annapolis locations. annapolisfilmfestival.com

Maryland Day Celebration

Events celebrate the founding of Maryland and showcase the area’s history. Southern Anne Arundel County and Annapolis. marylandday.org

National Cherry Blossom Festival

(pictured above) Multi-week festival celebrating the cherry trees. Includes a parade, kite festival, performances, street festival and other activities. Washington, D.C. nationalcherry blossomfestival.org

Annapolis Book Festival Activities, presentations, book sale, and author meetings. The Key School, Annapolis. keyschool.org/community/ annapolis-book-festival

Chesapeake Family Life

KIDS FEST

March 11th. Camps, STEAM Activities, Summer Programs, hands-on fun and giveaways. Pip Moyer Recreation Center, Annapolis.

St. John’s v. USNA Croquet Match

The “Johnnies” and the “Mids” vie for the annual croquet

title while guests enjoy a lawn party. St. John’s College Campus, Annapolis. sjc.edu

Celtic Festival and Highland Gathering Music and dance, Celtic market and competitions. Jefferson Park and Museum, St. Leonard. cssm.org

Solomons Maritime Festival

Antique boat show, crab picking and oyster shucking, music, demonstrations and more. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com

Chestertown Tea Party

Re-enactment of colonial uprising plus Colonial parade, street party, raft race, street performances, colonial crafts, food, wine and craft beer tasting. Historic Chestertown. chestertownteaparty.org

Blue Angels Air Show

Blue Angels flight demonstrations over Annapolis as part of USNA Commissioning Week events. Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis. usna.edu

Annapolis Irish Festival

Irish music, food, activities and more plus an area for kids. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville. annapolisirishfestival.com

OTHER SPRING EVENTS

Find more St. Patrick’s Day events, Easter activities and more spring fun at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ Spring

SUMMER: JUNE–AUGUST

Bowiefest

Local bands, games, rides, arts and crafts fair, food, home expo and more. Allen Poind Park, Bowie.

cityofbowie.org/783/ bowiefest

Eastport A Rockin’ Bands, vendors, food and kids area. Back Creek and Second Street, Annapolis. eastportarockin.com

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Two-week living cultural heritage celebration with music, dance, food and more. National Mall, D.C. festival. si.edu

July Fourth Celebrations Fireworks and celebrations in several towns and D.C. Find complete listings at ChesapeakeFamily.com/july-4

Great Chesapeake Balloon and Wine Festival

Hot air balloon displays and rides, kids zone, food trucks, crafts, wine and more. Triple

Creek Winery, Cordova. triplecreekwinery.com

Annapolis Rotary Crab Feast

All-you-can-eat and drink crab feast. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. annapolisrotary.org

Navy Fan Fest

Meet players, get autographs, and music.Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. navysports.com

Maryland State Fair Rides, games, food, exhibits, concerts and more. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium. marylandstatefair.com

County Fairs

Entertainment, 4-H and livestock shows, exhibits, games, rides and more. Howard County Fair in August; Anne Arundel County and Calvert County Fairs in

September; and others.

OTHER SUMMER EVENTS

Find more summer fun at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ summer

FALL: SEPTEMBER–NOVEMBER

Artscape

Three-day free arts festival featuring visual and performing arts, fashion, hands-on projects, children’s entertainers and more. Baltimore. artscape.org

Light City Baltimore

Multi-day event featuring illuminated art, entertainment and kids activities. Baltimore Inner Harbor. lightcity.org

Maryland Renaissance Festival

English village with shows, games, attractions and more. Crownsville. rennfest.com

Public V isiting Hour s

11am to 3pm

Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Group Tours available all week Prior to visiting, refer to website for fees/schedule updates www.mdairmuseum.org 410-682-6122

APRIL 15 & OCTOBER 21

11AM – 2PM enjoy a look inside aircraft

Special Fee Day: Adults $8 Children $5

Maryland Seafood Festival

Seafood, demonstrations, competitions, music, crab derby and more. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. mdseafoodfestival.com

Artsfest

Art, performances, kids activities, food, drinks and more. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. annmariegarden.org

Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival

Celebration honors and recognizes African culture and people including Kunta Kinte, a slave brought to Annapolis. City Dock, Annapolis. kuntakinte.org

Patuxent River Appreciation Day Boat building, canoe rides and harbor cruises, demonstrations, wine tasting,

11am to 2pm

$6 for Adults $3 for Children

March 11: Women in Aviation

May 20: Air Communications

June 17: Parachutes

July 15: Wings, Wheels & More

August 19: Rocket Science

November 25: Santa Fly-in

music and more. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com

Downrigging Weekend

Ships, schooners and wooden boats join the schooner Sultana in Chestertown for dock tours, public sails, performances, dock dog competition and other activities. Chestertown. sultanaeducation.org

Patuxent Wildlife Festival

Animals, children’s crafts, tram tours and more. National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel. fws.gov/refuge/patuxent

American Indian Festival Music, dancing, storytelling, demonstrations and more showcasing Native American Culture. Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro. pgparks.com

Maritime Republic of Eastport’s Tug of War

Tug of war across Spa Creek pits Annapolis and Eastport with team competitions. Eastport and Annapolis City Dock. themre.org

Fall Festivals, Haunted Houses and Halloween Events

For information about haunted houses, pumpkin patches and fall festivals see ChesapeakeFamily.com/Fall

Grand Illuminations and Tree Lightings

Lightings of town and attraction Christmas trees in November. Visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/ holiday-lights

OTHER FALL EVENTS

Find more fall events at ChesapeakeFamily.com/fall

WINTER: DECEMBER–

FEBRUARY

Midnight Madness

Stores stay open late for holiday shopping, entertainment, snacks and drinks. Downtown Annapolis, downtown annapolispartnership.org/ midnight-madness, and in Historic Ellicott City, visitoldellicottcity.com

Gingerbread House Show and Contest

Enter and/or vote for your favorite gingerbread houses. Darnall’s Chance House Museum, Upper Marlboro. History.pgparks.com

Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade

Parade of boats illuminated with colored lights. Annapolis Harbor and Spa Creek. eastportyc.org

Holiday Light Displays and Shows

Several drive-through or walk-through holiday light displays celebrate the season. For complete listings and information, visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/ holiday-lights

National Menorah Lighting

Music, latkes and donuts, games and lighting of the menorah. White House Ellipse, D.C. nationalmenorah.org

Military Bowl & Parade (pictured above - photo courtesy of MilitaryBowl.com) Parade features the Budweiser Clydesdales. Football game between ACC and AAC teams. Downtown Annapolis and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. militarybowl.org

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Towns and attractions ring in the new year with special celebrations, often with early celebrations for families. Find listings at ChesapeakeFamily. com/new-yearsπ6

Polar Bear Plunge

The Hall is Home

marylandhall.org

B&O’s Magical Holiday Express

Trains of all sizes, holiday festivities in the roundhouse and children’s activities. B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. borail.org

ChesapeakeFamily.com

Plunge into the Chesapeake Bay and festival after. Raises money for Special Olympics Maryland. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. plungemd.com

Other Winter Events

More info about Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month and Valentine’s Day at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ winter

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Pack Fruits and Vegetables into Kids’ Diets

Go for hidden vegetables

If you or your kids have an aversion to whole vegetables, you don’t need to force them down to reap the benefits. Hiding vegetables in pasta sauces or soups is a great way to add a nutritional boost to your food without it tasting overwhelmingly vegetable-y. You can either blend your vegetables into a homemade sauce or, if you’re time-poor, buy a ready-made version.

This is a great way to utilize tinned and frozen veg too. These options are not only more affordable, but in some cases, can be more nutritious too. You don’t just have to ‘hide’ vegetables in sauces, either – get creative and put some rutabaga into your mashed potatoes, add flavorful options into a batch of homemade hummus, or take inspiration from carrot cake and add some hidden fruit into your desserts too.

Cultivate your own veggies

Kids can be unnecessarily fussy sometimes. The mere color or shape of a vegetable might be enough to put them off before it’s even passed their lips. It can be frustrating, but there are ways around this.

Get green-fingered and grow your own fruit and vegetables – with the help of your little ones – is one way to overcome this aversion. Kids are much less likely to turn their nose up at something that they’ve put a lot of hard work into!

There are also a lot of other benefits of getting your kids stuck into gardening, from mood-boosting exposure to nature to a healthy dose of exercise that won’t over-exert them. You can even plan your recipes in advance with them to get them excited about devouring the result of their hard work.

Switch to smoothies for breakfast

Smoothies are a treat that’s extra delectable in the summer. Whether you love a berry concoction or a tropical blend, they’re an amazing and delicious way to fit more fruit and vegetables into your diet.

by Cath Kidston

Trying to pack fruits and vegetables into kids’ diets is often one of life’s biggest challenges. Either they’ve tried something and didn’t like it, or they’re averse to anything even remotely healthy. Sometimes it can be hard to get your five-a-day into your own diet too, especially if you’re a busy parent. But neither of these things are impossible. Here are some tips on getting more nutrient-dense foods onto the plates of both you and your kids – without even noticing it.

Spinach and bananas make great smoothie bases, adding sweetness and a powerful dose of nutrition without being overpowering flavors. Sweet vegetables like peas, sweet potato, carrot and sweetcorn can also be added to smoothies without making them less sweet, just serve in one of your favorite mugs and enjoy.

Smoothies don’t just need to be an afternoon drink either. Use Greek yogurt in your favorite smoothie recipe for a punch of protein that’ll keep you full until lunchtime. For an extra-satiating treat that you can enjoy like cereal breakfast, try your hand at a smoothie bowl – use the smoothie as the base of your breakfast and add an extra boost to it with whole berries, banana slices, or chia seeds to make it feel like a complete meal.

Many of us grew up with an aversion to vegetables that lasted well into adulthood, or we may have kids that turn their noses up at fresh produce. With these hacks, you can pack nutrients into your diet and your kids’ meals without even noticing them.

Getting more nutrient-dense foods onto your plates – without even noticing it.

FAVORITE HEALTH CARE EXPERTS

Each year patients recommend a doctor or health care practice that has gone above and beyond taking care of them, or their loved ones. Their praise comes from real experience with these professionals. This listing includes practices that are parent-recommended. You can read patient comments online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/FavoriteDocs.

ALLERGY AND ASTHMA, ENT CARE

Allergy & Asthma Associates

Arnold, 410-647-2600

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James R. Banks, M.D

Annapolis ENT Associates

Annapolis, 410-266-3900

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Matthew A. Hilburn, M.D.

CHIROPRACTORS

Arnold Chiropractic Center Arnold, 410-349-0000

arnoldchiropractic center.com

Dave Sortisio, D.C.

Kovach

Chiropractic and Wellness Center

Chester, Gambrills, 410-697-3566

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Alicia Kovach, D.C.

DENTISTS –GENERAL

Annapolis Comprehensive Dentistry, LLC

Annapolis, 410-266-6366

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Ryan Mankiewicz, D.D.S.

Annapolis Dental Suite Annapolis, 443-863-1303

annapolisdental suite.com

Bryce R. Miller, D.D.S.

Annapolis Smiles Arnold, 410-989-7132

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Scott Finlay, D.D.S. Michelle Perez, D.D.S.

Blue Heron Dental Annapolis, 410-224-9608

blueherondental.com

Holly Green, D.D.S.

Compassionate Dentistry Glenelg, 410-531-6600

goodteeth.com

Matthew Paper, D.D.S.

Eastern Shore Dental Care Chester, 410-643-5500

easternshore dentalcare.com

Scott Billings, D.D.S.

Jennifer Brotz, D.D.S.

Eric Fooksman, D.D.S.

David P. Morabito, D.D.S.

Christopher K. Murphy, D.D.S

Alyssa Wolfe, D.D.S.

Goodman Dental Care

Annapolis, 410-849-6247

goodmandental care.com

Jeremy Goodman, D.D.S. Gary Goodman, D.D.S.

Lee, Bonfiglio, Vesley & Associates

Annapolis, 410-989-8298

myannapolis dentist.com

Edward Vesley, D.M.D.

Maryland Oral Surgery Associates

Annapolis, Crofton, 844-459MOSA mosa4os.com

Ziad E. Batrouni, D.D.S.

Mitchell Dental Care

Edgewater, 410-956-8380

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Bonny Mitchell, D.D.S.

Patton Smiles

Annapolis, 410-295-1000

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Todd E Patton, D.D.S.

Ruland Family Dentistry

Annapolis, 410-268-5800

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Michael P. Ruland, D.D.S.

DENTISTS –ORTHODONTISTS

Annapolis

Prosthodontics Associates

Annapolis, 410-268-7100

apadentistry.net

John Davliakos, D.M.D.

Benkovich

Orthodontics

Annapolis, 410-268-1700

Chester, 410-643-4499

drbenkovich.com

John A. Benkovich, D.D.S., M.S.

Kent Island

Orthodontics

Stevensville, 410-855-4430

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Robert Laraway, D.D.S., M.S.

Labbe Family Orthodontics

Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton, Greenbelt 443-333-8648

labbefamilyortho.com

Stephen Labbe, D.D.S. Natalie Miller, D.D.S. Laura St. Bernard, D.D.S.

Orthodontists of Maryland

Glen Burnie, 410-761-6960, orthodontistsofmaryland.com

Sara Batouli, D.D.S., M.S. Orthodontists of Maryland has cared for 7 of my family members, always with the upmost professionalism. The entire staff is extremely knowledgeable and caring.

Steven Siegel, D.M.D.

The Dr. and staff are very caring. Dr. Siegel is an excellent orthodontist. See our ad on page 31

DENTIST –PEDIATRIC

Bayside Kids Dental Odenton, 443-327-9108

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dentist.com

Kenny Zamora, D.M.D.

Chesapeake Pediatric Dental Hanover, 410-799-0780

chesapeakepediatricdental.com We love this practice! See our ad on page 29

Kent Island Pediatric Dentistry

Stevensville, 410-604-2211

kipediatricdentistry.com

Margaret McGrath, D.M.D., M.P.H., P.C.

Megan Golia, D.D.S., M.S.

Naptown Smiles - Bross & Associates

Annapolis, 410-224-0018

naptownsmiles.com

Ashley Francis, D.D.S.

Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Arnold, 410-757-5437 757kids.com

Gregg Behling, D.M.D. Michelle Decere, D.M.D. Robert Bolton, D.D.S., M.S.

DERMATOLOGY

Anne Arundel Dermatology

Annapolis, Millersville, Glen Burnie, Kent Island 443-351-3376 aadermatology.com

Jennifer Gamber, M.D.

U.S. Dermatology Partners

Annapolis, 410-571-4963 usdermatology partners.com

Christine Ambro, M.D. Lisa Renfro, M.D.

FAMILY PRACTICE

Anne Arundel Medical Group South River Family Medicine Edgewater, 410-956-4911 myaamg.org/south-river-familymedicine

Terry Everhart, M.D.

Maryland Primary Care Physicians

Annapolis, Arnold, Arundel Mills, Bowie, Columbia, Glen Burnie, Pasadena, Queenstown mpcp.com

Lisa Goldberg Keithley, M.D. Michael S. Riebman, M.D.

GASTROENTEROLOGIST

Capital Digestive Care

Columbia, 410-730-9363

Theodore Young Kim, M.D., F.A.C.G.

HOSPITALS/ MEDICAL CENTERS

Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Annapolis, 443-481-1000 aahs.org

University of Maryland Medical System

Various locations, umms.org

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Annapolis Internal Medicine Annapolis, 410-897-9841

annapolisinternal medicine.com

Patricia Plan-O’Neill, M.D. Rita Shkullaku, M.D.

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

Odenton, 410-874-1400 hopkinsmedicine.org

Mary Lynn Hawkins, M.D.

MedStar Health: Primary Care at Annapolis Annapolis, 410-849-9903 medstarhealth.org/locations/ primary-care-annapolis

Kevin Joseph O’Keefe, M.D.

Severna Park Medical As sociates

Severna Park, 410-544-5900 severnaparkdoc.com

Stephen Katz, M.D.

MENTAL HEALTH

Anchored Hope Therapy Annapolis, 443-291-8090

anchoredhope therapy.com

Chelsea Haverly, LCSW-C The providers at Anchored Hope Therapy are so supportive and great listeners. They have helped me so much! See our ad on page 29

Cedar Counseling & Wellness Annapolis, 443-924-6344

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Carrie Nicholes, L.C.S.W.-C.

Elite Excellence LLC

Annapolis, 443-837-7084

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Maria Trent Corey, M.D.

Shoreline Counseling Services LLC

Glen Burnie, Pasadena, 410-255-9085

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Melonie A. Truslow, L.C.SW.-C.

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ABINGDON/BEL AIR: 3400 Box Hill Corporate Center Drive, Suite 120 Abingdon, MD 21009 410.569.4300

WHITE MARSH AREA: 5009 Honeygo Center Dr. Suite 228 Perry Hall, MD 21128 410.248.3384

Virginia Barnes Ricketts, M.S., L.C.P.C., Counseling & Psychotherapy

Annapolis, 410-507-7435

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Virginia Barnes Ricketts, M.S., L.C.P.C.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

RSIRehabilitation Services, Inc. Laurel, 301-498-8100

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Giulia Berardi

Amy Blum

Shannon Griffiths

Kaitlyn Kirby

Vidya Parawati, O.T.

Megan Porfido

Mishayla Smith

OPHTHALMOLOGISTS/ OPTOMETRISTS

Anne Arundel Eye Care Center

Annapolis, 410-224-2010

annearundeleyecenter.com

Samuel Boles, M.D.

RGW – The Retina Group of Washington

Annapolis, 410-224-6680

Bowie, 301-805-5395

Eric D. Weichel, M.D.

Ophthalmology Associates of Greater Annapolis

Arnold, 410-757-2778

annapoliseyecare.com

John Avallone, M.D.

ORTHOPAEDICS

Luminis Health Orthopedics

Annapolis, Bowie, Easton, Odenton, Pasadena, 410-268-8862

myaamg.org/orthopedic-andsports-medicine-specialists

Paul J. King, M.D.

James H. MacDonald, M.D.

PEDIATRICIANS

Annapolis Pediatrics

Annapolis, Severna Park, Edgewater, Kent Island, Crofton, Pasadena, 410-263-6363

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pediatrics.com

Alicyn Bassler, C.P.N.P, I.B.C.L.C. Alicyn went out her way to help us navigate the challenges of a newborn with health issues. She provides great support and insight in order to determine the best course of action. Monta Conrad, M.D.

He listens and cares! So kind and gentle to my kids. He cares about my concerns and always asks about my other child if they are not with me.

Sefanit Fassil, M.D.

Dr. Fassil has such a calming and knowledgeable manner about her. I feel very confident in her care of my children’s health.

Shaun Fritz, C.P.N.P.

Shaun not only takes great care is her patients but also checks in on the parents’ well being. She is supportive of decisions and is not afraid to share her personal experiences with her own children.

John McGrath, M.D. He always talks directly to my child and encourages her to actively participate in her visit. He has a great bedside manner in all his interactions.

Charles Parmele, M.D.

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He takes time with you and answers all of your questions. He makes you feel like you are his only patient. Such a caring doctor.

James Rice, M.D.

Dr. Rice has a calming presence about him which is amazing for any new parent. He is thorough in his exams, never makes you feel rushed, and is honest. He returns calls when needed and is someone we have trusted from the day we met him at the hospital.

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Arundel Pediatrics

Arnold, Linthicum, 410-789-7337 arundelpediatrics.com

Caroline Ames, M.S.N., C.P.N.P. Megan Benner, M.S.N., C.P.N.P.

Bayside Pediatrics

Annapolis, 410-224-7667 mybaysidepeds.com

Beth Connelly, C.R.N.P., M.S.N., I.B.C.L.C.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Go Fit Physical Therapy

Annapolis,

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2023, 11 AM- 3 PM

ANNE ARUNDEL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, ARNOLD, MARYLAND

For more information and how to register, visit: aayeas.org

Registration closes Friday, January 27, 2023

This event is made possible by generous donations from the Women in STEM fund and the Spa Creek Conservancy.

This is a free event for high school students in Anne Arundel County who want to connect with environmental action experts, network with professionals in green fields, and learn more about student environmental action from their peers.

443-699-4771

Cara Atwell, P.T., D.P.T.

Rehab 2 Perform

Annapolis, 301-798-4838

rehab2perform.com

Andrew Bucknor, D.P.T., C.O.M.T., C.S.C.S.

Jamie Schindler, D.P.T., S.C.S.

RSIRehabilitation Services Inc. Laurel, 301-498-8100

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Latay Benson, D.P.T.

Taran Green, P.T.

Raji Reddy

Stephanie Walsh, P.T., D.Sc.P.T., M.S.P.T.

Jennifer Werdell, P.T., M.S., G.C.S., D.P.T.

PLASTIC SURGERY

Annapolis Plastic Surgery

Annapolis, 410-266-7215

annapolisplastic surgery.com

Bryan Ambro, M.D.

RADIOLOGY

Bay Radiology Breast Imaging Center

Arnold, 410-544-3331

bay-radiology.com

Laura Amodei, M.D.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY

RSI - Rehabilitation Services Inc.

Laurel, 301-498-8100

rsitherapy.net

Christine Asaro, M.A., CCC-SLP

Jeff Barquero

Karley Bush

Sheylah Gaona

Alyssa Jordan

Kristina Kubistal-Meeks, M.A., CCC-SLP

Stephanie Norris, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

Samantha Theriot

URGENT CARE

Patient First

Annapolis, 443-603-0758 patientfirst.com/locations/washington-dc/annapolis

UROLOGY

Annapolis Urology

Annapolis, Bowie, Glen Burnie, Greenbelt, Odenton, 410-266-8049

aaurology.com

David McDermott, M.D.

VASCULAR SURGERY

O’Donnell Vein and Laser Annapolis, Easton, 410-8341078

odonnellveinand laser.com

Kelly O’Donnell, M.D.

WOMEN’S HEALTHCARE

Anne Arundel Medical Center Annapolis OB/GYN Annapolis, 410-573-9530

annapolisobgyn.com

Ifeyinwa A. Stitt, M.D.

Aziz Ob/Gyn Columbia, Glen Burnie, 410-7756430 azizobgyn.com

Homayara Aziz, M.D.

Chesapeake Women’s Care, PA Annapolis, 410-571-9700

chesapeake womenscare.com

Jessica B. Russell, M.D.

Fairfax Surrogacy Bethesda, 301-202-1357

fairfaxsurrogacy.com

Luminis Health Midwifery Annapolis, 443-481-4400

myaamg.org/ bay-area-midwifery

Women Ob/Gyn P.A. Annapolis, 410-224-2228

womenobgyn.com

Nicolle Bogas, D.O. Christine Dorr, M.D. Jackie Nichols, M.D. Elizabeth Vienneau, M.D.

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Winter Membership

$40 unlimited visits for the whole family through March 31

theccm.org 410.990.1993

25 Silopanna Road Annapolis, MD 21403 info@theccm.org

February Events

African American History Challenge

Sat. Feb. 11: Sat., 10 am on Zoom

Zoom Workshops for Girl Scouts:

Sat. Feb. 4: Think Like an Engineer, Brownies & Juniors

Sun. Feb. 5: 3 Cheers for Animals, Daisies

Sat. Feb. 11: Trees badge, Cadettes

Thurs. Feb. 16: Fashion badge, Brownies & Juniors

Sun. Feb. 19: aMaze Journey, Cadettes

Sat. Feb. 25: Dancer badge, Brownies

Parenting Workshops

Mondays, 7-9 pm on Zoom

Feb. 13: Why do Children Misbehave?

Feb. 27: Effective Discipline Techniques Creek Critter on Thursdays.