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ON THE COVER Theo says ‘No need to doggy paddle when you can drive the boat!’

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Family Fun

14/ PET PHOTO CONTEST

28/ ADOPT, DON’T SHOP

Meet the cutest winners of our annual photo contest!

18/ GLOBAL COMMUNITY CITIZENSHIP

Tips on adopting your families’ first pet.

Stay Inspired

This new course for Anne Arundel County freshmen aims to create a dialog around diversity and effective communication.

22/ OVERNIGHT CAMP DIRECTORY

32/PICKING UP THE WORRY OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Learning about climate change can be stressful for kids. Here’s how to help them cope with a changing world.

Puppy Zuke Loving Life!

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18 DEPARTMENTS 05 / EDITOR'S LETTER Pets on the Brain

New & Notable 07 / History: Meeting Harriet Tubman 08 / Education: New Annapolis Library 09 / Health: Dental Sealants 10 / Education: Black History All Year & Apps

32 / GET OUT!

Events, activities and fun things to do this month

38 / EVENTS WORTH A BABYSITTER

Fun for grown-ups in February

11 / Fun: Sweets for Yout Sweetie 12 / Lifestyle: Anything but Chocolate

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Pets on the Brain

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y kids have put in some staunch arguments for getting a pet lately. I keep reminding them that we have two hermit crabs, but somehow that has not swayed them from asking for a dog or cat on a near daily basis. Audrey, who is not one to back down from an argument has her list nailed down to wanting a dog, cat, puppy, hamster, guinea pig, or kitten. I’ve also tried rebutting that their dad is allergic, and that they have their very own bunnies (see above) who live at their grandparents, but they are still persistent.

That said, it has been quite difficult while putting this issue together to not head straight to the SPCA and pick out a family dog. Not only was I taunted by some seriously adorable entries into our pet photo contest (see page 14), but we also feature a story with great tips on adopting your families’ first pet, what kind of pet to get, and how to keep the kids involved with a pet’s care (see page 28).

The good news (at least for me and John) is that we resisted a pet for now and I could

focus on the rest of our great articles this month, including several on Black History Month activities (see New & Notable, updates on the new Anne Arundel County Public Library on West Street (see page 8), and thought provoking articles on the new Global Community Citizenship course given to freshmen in Anne Arundel schools (page 18), and another on helping kids who are stressed about climate change.

Finally, it’s camp season! Yes, we know it’s still freezing out, but camps are already filling up, so head to our Overnight Camp Directory on page 22 to get a jump on picking the perfect place for your sleepaway campers this summer.

Maybe by then we’ll have a dog.

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Michael Rosato’s Harriet Tubman Mural at the the Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center in nearby Cambridge, Md.

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Meeting Harriet Tubman

uring the month of February, the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center is hosting free, family-friendly programs on the weekends.

On Fridays, park rangers will lead introductions and teach visitors about the hidden symbolism behind the Park and Visitor Center. On Saturdays, families can learn how to play the board game Mancala, and join Ranger Maszkiewicz and Maryland Park Service’s Scales & Tales for a lesson on the natural landscape and native wildlife of Tubman’s time.

Sundays convene with “Story Time with Mama Mary,” which explores the concept of self-liberation through engaging storytelling with Ranger “Mama Mary” Dennard.

Enjoy a moment of meditation and recognition of privileges taken for granted. After being a part of Ranger Dennard’s presentation, which is designed to make you awarene “of how far society has come and how far we still have to go.”

All programs are free. The Visitor Center is open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and is located at 4068 Golden Hill Road, Church Creek, Md. The park and Visitor Center is also the trailhead for the 125-mile trail through Maryland’s Eastern Shore that includes 36 sites relating to Tubman and the Underground Railroad.

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Sneak Peek Reveals New Annapolis Library a Real Page-Turner

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hough permitting issues delayed its groundbreaking and a bit of political drama slowed its official naming, the much-anticipated new Annapolis Library on West Street is expected to open with a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 29.

While the public will get its first chance to see and learn about all that the facility offers during an all-ages Community Day on May 2, Chesapeake Family was lucky enough to get a behind-the-scenes tour of a building that, according to Skip Auld, Anne Arundel County Public Library CEO, “truly demonstrates the changing nature of how people use libraries.”

“Libraries have a history going back many centuries as a storehouse for books, with the emphasis on preservation rather than use,” Auld says. “However, in our modern era libraries have become places that function to serve ever-changing community needs, and every square foot of the new Annapolis Library is devoted to doing so.”

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Here are just a few of the features that will help the $24,342,541 facility meet this mission:

Its Size

The library is roughly 1.5 times as large as its predecessor in terms of square footage (32,500 square feet), but it feels larger thanks to high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the open floor plan with tons of natural light. In terms of contents, it will house approximately 60,000 print books as well as hundreds of magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, Launchpads, and Playaways.

The big step up in size is a necessity.

Christine Feldmann, Anne Arundel County Public Libraries’ marketing and communications director, expects the new library to inspire plenty of new card signups and to welcome roughly 1,500 visitors a day (up from the old library’s average of 1,000).

Its Awesome Design

Along with many modern, unique elements such as an exposed-wood ceiling and multicolored shapes embedded in the floor, the library will incorporate regionally inspired features such as a “river” of blue stone embedded in the main sidewalk, a large wall panel depicting George Washington resigning as General in the State Capitol and a huge digitized map of the entire Chesapeake Bay region.

Meeting Spaces

In an effort to make the library a true “community hub,” it contains a 3,000 squarefoot, subdividable meeting room that can host nearly 400 people for everything from business meetings to movie nights and yoga; two smaller private meeting rooms, complete with snazzy glass whiteboards for things like entrepreneurial brainstorming or SAT prep sessions; and five more collaboration spaces.

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Seeking to provide “pathways for all members of the community,” the library contains: • A “babies in bloom” section, where toddlers can crawl around and engage in fun programs such as kindergarten readiness.

• A large indoor children’s space where kids can experience programs and activities from the compass carpet in front of the Discovery Dock—a staging area that Rudy Rodela, chief of support services, names as his most favorite place. There is also a fenced-in outdoor turf area where they can play.

• The Teen Zone, where pre-teens and teens can hang out, mess around, “geek out,” study, and pursue college prep.

• The Tech Zone, where 32 public computer stations (laptop checkout will also be coming!) will support research, professional development, and career advancement.

• A Tinker/Maker Space where people of all ages can learn about, explore, and practice all-things STEM by using high-tech tools and toys including sewing and coding equipment, a 3D printer, VHS-to-DVD and Vinyl-to-USB converters, and a LEGO wall.

• The Gold Star Collection, a wellprotected yet accessible collection of books and materials, some one-of-akind, pertaining to Maryland history.

• A Vending Café where visitors will be able to not only purchase from vending machines but also prepare their own snacks or warm up coffee or tea.

“Bringing this library to life has been a labor of love for everyone involved, from the architect to the interior designers to the library staff,” Rodela says. “It’s also been very special to see the community’s interest and excitement grow, and we can’t wait for it to see and enjoy this truly spectacular place.”

To stay up-to-date on the ribbon cutting and Community Day, see a full album of construction photos, or take a virtual tour of the library, visit aacpl.net/new-annapolis.

By the Way…

In more library news, Discoveries: The Library at the Mall is moving into a larger storefront in the former Charlotte Russe and American Eagle stores near Crate and Barrel. The nearly 13,000 square-foot-facility will hold a kid’s preview day on Monday, February 17 and host a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, February 18 at 11:30 a.m.

Seal it up!

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he use of dental sealants is becoming more prevalent in family dentistry. So, what is a dental sealant, and should you use it on your kids’ teeth?

To start, dental sealant is a thin protective coating that is essentially painted on tooth surfaces, most often targeting the rocky tops of back molars, where, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service, “food and germs can get stuck in the pits and grooves and stay there a long time because toothbrush bristles cannot brush them away.”

The American Dental Association says that “children and adults can benefit from sealants, but the earlier you get them, the better,” adding that “sealing

these teeth as soon as they come through can keep them cavity-free from the start.”

According to the CDC’s 2019 Oral Health Surveillance Report, prevalence of sealants has increased by more than 10 percent, from 31 percent during 1999–2004 to 42 percent during 2011–2016.”

The organization also boasts the use of sealant, noting that “School-age children (ages 6–11) without sealants have almost 3 times more 1st molar cavities than those with sealants.”

While sealants are not a substitute for basic brushing and flossing habits the barrier can both prevent cavities from forming as well as from getting worse. Some dentists will recommend FEBRUARY 2020

putting sealants on baby teeth, especially if the child is prone to cavities or has particularly deep grooves in their molars. It’s good to check with your dentist when your child’s big teeth start coming in to see if he or she recommends it for your child.

Costs for dental sealants range from $30 to $40 per tooth and are often covered by dental insurance. Sealants can last up to 10 years, though dentists will check at each checkup to see if they’re still intact.

Ultimately whether you use dental sealants as part of your family’s oral health care plan is up to you and your dentist. But it’s one more simple tool to keep your family’s teeth healthy.

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pps are a great starting point to open up discussions during Black History Month. They provide resources to help you educate and celebrate year-round. Here are 4 awesome apps to help celebrate Black History Month and beyond.

—Jenny Cardoza

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Children’s stories from around the world helps children see what it is like to live in other countries through the perspective of native children.

7 Ways to Teach Black History All Year Long

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ach year my son (currently in 8th grade) comes home in the month of February and tells me that they learned about Harriet Tubman to celebrate Black History month. We have had this talk several years in a row on what can the school do different other than read a book about Harriet Tubman to celebrate Black History month, which led to a bigger conversation on why isn’t Black History celebrated year-round in schools?

With minority teachers making up only 18 percent of America’s educators, representation in the classroom is not high. Racial diversity is important in any field, but it is especially significant when the lack of it affects young people in schools. Imagine going through your entire day without ever seeing part of yourself in another person, without ever being able to identify or connect with someone like yourself. For most of people, it’s difficult to imagine, but there are students who experience this on a daily basis in school. So my son and I took this information and came up with ways the school could celebrate Black History year-round and emailed it to his principal offering a solution to help with change. Below are the ways we came up with for educators to teach black history all year long: • Because of Them We Can is a subscription box that delivers black history lessons to your front door including props, learning tools and lesson plans. becauseofthemwecan.com • Change an area/bulletin board of your classroom at least monthly to celebrate a specific person in black history, highlighting their accomplishments.

• Set aside the last Friday of the month to watch an important documentary about a person or moment in black history.

• Schedule a field trip to a museum, like the Banneker-Douglass Museum in Annapolis.

• Read books that are about people who aren’t as heard of as Harriet Tubman, or books written by black authors.

• Support black art by visiting a black artist’s gallery or supporting black artists’ visual art, photography, music, writing, which have the power to inspire and provoke powerful emotions, as well as chronicle history in a unique and sometimes underappreciated way.

• Work with HBCU’s and their students. Expose them to black role models in your local community.

• Discuss black history, past and present. Black history isn’t a thing of the past. There are huge movements and achievements being made on a daily basis that we should be discussing and celebrating. Don’t be afraid to talk about hard topics.

—Jenny Cardoza

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Sweets for Your Sweetie, Italian Style

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he Sons and Daughters of Italy in America is the largest and oldest national organization for men and women of Italian heritage in the United States. The Annapolis Lodge runs various fundraising campaigns during the year.

Beneficiaries include the Alzheimer’s Association, Foundation for Autism, Cooley’s Anemia, and support of local charities in the Annapolis area.

The group holds bake sales throughout the year. At the bake sales, you’ll find declicious Italian treats including cookies, cupcakes, biscotti, pizzelles, and other Italian favorites made by members of the Annapolis Sons of Italy.

The next sale is February 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the lodge on Ridgely Ave. Some of the most popular items include Cannoli kits, Tiramisu, and Limoncello cakes. You can pre-order them here: annapolissonsofitaly.com/ market-place.html —Jenny Cardoza

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alentine’s Day is here, and while I shouldn’t be picky, I’m still trying to get my life together still after the holiday foodfest. So as much as I love delicious chocolate, I am secretly wishing for some more thought provoking Valentine’s gifts.

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oof, there are a lot of cute pets out there! These sweet pets warm our hearts each winter and keep us happy as we share on Facebook and watch the votes pile in. Thank you to the 100 of you submitted pictures of your beloved pets! Ultimately we had a tough choice which pets to feature here, but between the fun pictures and lovely stories that come along with the pictures, we’ve had a great time on this year’s Pet Photo Contest. Thank you to all who entered, and congratulations to cuties Precious and Roo, who who earned the most votes online, and Theo, who landed on our cover. Both will win a $25 gift card to Target!

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Left to Right, top row: Puppies Lila and Finn Middle Row: Billie enjoying a sunny walk; hedgehog Pixie Rose; Hazel in the snow; and Biscuit Bottom Row: Emma; Athena; Punkin; and Eva Moon

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new & notable Opposite Page: Grace Clockwise from top: Charlie living the robe life; Scoter on the water; Sammy; twin rescue kitties Dembe and Messi; Max and Banjo; and, winners of the most votes, Precious and Roo

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rincipal Gina Davenport of Arundel High School in Gambrills always perceived the diverse culture on her campus to be a positive one, in which people of all backgrounds and walks of life got along. But in the winter of 2017, a racially charged incident at the school changed all of that.

“When this incident occurred,” she recalls, “it made me realize that our students really didn’t have the skills or depth of understanding to handle racial incidents that were happening not just in our school but in our nation.”

Arundel High held a community forum where parents could voice their concerns, and one problem Davenport heard from many of them was that there was nothing in the curriculum to give students the skills they need to overcome their differences. Davenport assembled a group of educators from within her school who all had different backgrounds and encouraged them to develop a course that would equip students for this purpose.

The course, which would come to be known as Global Community Citizenship (GCC), was approved by the Anne Arundel County Public Schools Board of Education later that spring, and Arundel started teaching the class later that fall. Within two years, GCC has expanded to be a countywide requirement for all freshmen entering any one of the 12 AACPS high schools.

Superintendent Dr. George Arlotto sent a letter to parents after the board voted to expand the course to all high school freshmen, noting that this addition to the curriculum demonstrates the efforts of AACPS in fighting the hostility and bigotry that have increased in recent years. “We have seen an alarming number of incidents in our communities and our schools in the last few years in which hate-filled messages were written, displayed or distributed,” he wrote. “That is why, though some may be opposed, the time is right to move forward with the expansion of this course.”

GCC uses discussion-based classes in which students learn about their community by exploring topics, events and questions. Some days students might read a newspaper article or watch a TED Talk, following it up with conversations on how the material reflects values and diversity.

“As [students] became more comfortable, [the class] became that area where they could talk about difficult topics and really learn how to have a respectful conversation and express their opinion and listen for understanding rather than listening to give a response,” Davenport says.

Johanna Ricker, who teaches the class at Arundel, sees students develop into community-minded individuals thanks to the class. “We focus on their core values in the beginning and how they impact their decision-making,” she says, “then move to their role in their communities. We also discuss what it means to be a good citizen and how to be changemakers.”

Developing the course required no additional cost to AACPS, as it is taught by teachers who are already on staff, and all material is developed by the teachers without use of extra textbooks or expensive media. And despite what some critics have said about the course, Davenport emphasizes that it’s not about forcing any one set of values on any students.

Instead, it’s about finding ways to frame a conversation so that students can express and explain their values— something the students are responding to and adopting. “It’s not uncommon to hear ninth-graders say, ‘While I respect your opinion about the culture in the city versus the county, I really feel that . . .’ ” Davenport explains. “We’re giving kids the language to agree . . . or disagree politely and have a conversation.”

As students learn how to express themselves and learn to see the world through the eyes of others, they become more open to other perspectives and less hostile toward

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those who are different from them.

When Davenport appeared on Larry King Live in December 2017, sociologist Dr. Michael Kimmel of Stony Brook University observed, “If hate can be learned, it can be unlearned, and it can be unlearned through a process of reengagement with the other, those people you think you hate.”

What has resulted in the two years since the course was instated at Arundel High is a dramatic change in culture, sometimes in unexpected ways.

Discipline data reflects that students are causing less disruption, presumably because they now have the problemsolving skills they need and don’t resort to inappropriate language or action.

“We’re really seeing that kids are developing social and emotional skills that help them think before they react,” Davenport says. “They also see there are a lot of different perspectives to a situation, so they’re not being as judgmental. They’re starting to really understand other people’s perspectives.”

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achievement because, as Davenport explains, students who feel included and accepted are more likely to take risks, set goals and feel more in tune with the purpose of being in school.

Arundel teacher Molly Sinnott sees GCC as a vital part of development.

“We talk often in education about the importance of educating the ‘whole child,’ ” she says. “GCC creates an intentional place in a freshman student’s schedule to connect with a teacher and classmates in a relevant, creative way. The skills we build are undeniably foundational for civic participation and social-emotional growth.”

Now that GCC has expanded to all public high schools in the county, educators have the opportunity to tailor the class to the unique needs of their school and community at large. “The course is at its best when it taps into the most authentic information about the physical community where our students live,” Sinnott explains, citing that students love to apply the course to their daily lives instead of learning

about it in the abstract.

Students agree that the class has been rewarding. For Arundel junior John Cardwell, the class taught him how to assert himself and be a changemaker.

“This class contributed to a lot of who I am today,” he says. “It changed my mindset on global issues and taught me how to listen to all sides of stories, not just the ones on the surface.”

Junior Elliana Anderson emphasizes that it’s about more than learning tolerance. “Where the world teaches tolerance, this class teaches acceptance and empathy,” she says. “You are not taught to tolerate something or someone; you’re taught to find new perspectives, to put yourself into other people’s shoes and try to understand.”

The best part, according to those involved, is that no matter what a student’s academic strength or personal interests, they’ll take something valuable from GCC that they will be able to use in life. As Davenport puts it, “No matter what career they go into, they’re going to need these skills.”

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hile it might feel like summer can’t get any farther away, it’s approaching, and so is the time to research and register your kids for overnight

camp! Whether your child is a newbie at sleepaway camp or a seasoned pro, our directory will help you find the perfect program—whether it’s a good ol’ fashioned sleepaway camp or something more specialized like sports camp, STEM camp, leadership training or adventure camp. Listings with descriptions are advertisers. For even more camps, visit ChesapeakeFamily. com/overnightcamps

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directory | overnight camp FAITH-BASED CAMPS Camp Arrowhead Lewes, Del. 302-945-0610, camparrowhead.net

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Holy Trinity Hawks Summer Camp 2020

Camp Manidokan Knoxville, Md. 301-834-7244, bwccampsandretreats.com

Camp Mardela Denton, Md. 410-479-2861, campmardela.org

e excitement!

11902 Daisy Lane Glenn Dale, MD 301-464-3215 www.htrinity.org

Celebrate the summer with thematic and specialty camps. Before & after care available for all campers. Register online!

Field Trips • Cooking • Lego Robotics Basketball • Water Days • Science Arts & Crafts • Stop Motion

Camp Pecometh Centreville, Md. 410-556-6900, pecometh.org

Camp Puh’tok Monkton, Md. 410-329-6590, camppuhtok.com

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Camp St. Charles Newburg, Md. 301-934-8799, campstcharles.com

Camp Wabanna Edgewater, Md. 410-798-0455, CampWabanna.org Camp Wabanna is a non-denominational Christian camp that operates a 7 week summer Residential Camp for boys and girls ages 7-16 and an 8 week summer Day Camp for boys and girls ages 4-13. In addition to daily Bible studies, chapel services, and devotional time, Wabanna offers an action-packed schedule filled with a wide variety of team building activities, group games, low and high element challenge courses, archery, boating and tubing, sailing, and kayaking.

JUNE 15 - AUGUST 7 Camps for Children 3.5 years - Grade 12

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Camp Wright Stevensville, Md. 410-643-4171, campwright.com

Habonim Dror Camp Moshava Street, Md. 410-893-7006, campmosh.org

RVR Manchester, Md. 443-712-1010, rivervalleyranch.com

West River United Methodist Center West River, Md. 410-867-0991, bwccampsandretreats.com

Register www.keyschool.org/summer KEY SCHOOL • 534 HILLSMERE DR. • ANNAPOLIS, MD • 21403 • 443.321.2575

Visit us online for even more details on each school Chesapeake Family Lifeat ChesapeakeFamily.com/OvernightCamps

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Gettysburg College

Summer Academic Camps

3D Object Modeling and Printing Camp June 21-26, 2020

A community of passionate achievers— on a campus where history and innovation intersect to shape the future.

Build a Bot and Code It Too June 21-26, 2020 Civil War Era Studies Camp July 5-10, 2020 Camp Psych July 12-17, 2020 Young Writers Workshop July 12-17, 2020

For more information visit our website www.gettysburg.edu/summercamps

Your children will spend over half of their waking hours at school.

MAKE SURE IT’S A SCHOOL YOU BELIEVE IN.

Camp Accomplish Nanjemoy, Md., 301-870-3226 melwood.org/camp Camp Accomplish provides a quality inclusive camp experience for campers of all abilities in day and overnight camp settings. Campers receive individualized support for trained counselors and staff ensuring each camper feels valued and safe in a fun and challenging environment. See our ad on page 26

Camp Aristotle Baltimore, Md. 410-617-0418 Fairfax, Va., 703-793-9353 Silver Spring, Md. 301-588-8048 theauburnschool.org

Easter Seals Camp Fairlee Chestertown, Md. 302-324-4444, de.easterseals.com/fairlee

Mount Aetna Summer Camp Hagerstown, Md. 301-824-2729, mtaetnacamp.com

Sherherd’s Spring Summer Camp Sharpsburg, Md. 301-223-8193, shepherdsspring.org

The League at Camp Greentop Sabillasville, Md. 410-323-0500, leagueforpeople.org

Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 12

Schedule your visit today: Grades Pre-K3 - 6 410-923-3660 680 Evergreen Road Crownsville, MD

Grades 7-12

410-849-5151 1130 Anne Chambers Way Crownsville, MD

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Wediko Summer Program Windsor, N.H., 617-292-9200, wediko.com

SPORTS CAMPS AstroCamp Clover, Va. 434-454-4059, astrocampsummerva.org

Navy Sports Camps Annapolis, Md., navysports.com

Terrapin Adventures Savage, Md., 301-725-1313 terrapinadventures.com/adventure-camps/

University of Maryland Sports Camp College Park, Md., umterps.com

WE PLAY. WE DISCOVER. WE LEARN. PRESCHOOL AND PREKINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN!

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1185 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Arnold, MD 21012 Call Sue Richburg • 410.647.7700 ext 2040

TRADITIONAL Camp Friendship Palmyra, Va. 434-589-8950, campfriendship.com

directory | overnight camp Camp Hashawha Westminster, Md. 410-848-3660, ymaryland.org

Camp Hidden Meadows Bartow, W.Va. 800-600-4752, camphiddenmeadows.com

St. Margaret’s Day School Kindergarten and Preschool Classes (Ages 2-5)

• MAEOE Green Certified School • STEM Program • Weekly Specials

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

Camp Jeanne d’Arc Merrill, N.Y. 704-936-7459, campjeannedarc.com

• Financial Aid • Before & After Care •

• A Nut-Free School • MD EXCELS rated Level 5 • Summer Camps

Summer Camp and Fall 2020 registration is open!

1605 Pleasant Plains Rd. • Annapolis, MD 410.757.2333 • www.StMargaretsDaySchool.org Our students are accepted without regard to sex, race, religion or national background.

Camp Quinebarge Moultonborough, N.H. 603-253-6029, campquinebarge.com

Camp Rim Rock Yellow Spring, W.Va. 347-746-7625, camprimrock.com

Schedule your tour today!

Camp Tall Timbers High View, W.Va. 301-874-0111, camptalltimbers.com

Cub Creek Science Camp Rolla, Mo., 573-458-2125 cubcreeksciencecamp.com Imagine a summer camp where you eat breakfast among lemurs, zipline and pet a camel before lunch, and play Capture the Flag after dinner - we are that camp! With 300 animals and over 100 activities, we are a unique camp experience.

Now Accepting Applications for Pre-K4 - 8 111 Duke of Gloucester Street Annapolis, MD 21401 410-990-4135 | stmarysannapolis.org/es-admissions

Duke Youth Programs Durham, N.C., 919-684-6259 https://learnmore.duke.edu/youth Duke Youth Programs offers a summer experience like no other. Our programs promote innovation, engagement, and a love for learning. Join us this summer and be transformed!, See our ad on page 21

Echo Hill Camp Worton, Md. 410-348-5303, echohillcamp.com

Gettysburg College Summer Academic Camps Gettysburg, Pa. 717-337-6300 Gettysburg.edu/summercamps Gettysburg College is excited to offer several opportunities for high school students over the summer months. Subjects include psychology (Camp Psych), creative writing (Young

Educating students from PreK 3 - 8th grade.

Creative Teaching & Interactive Learning Where Every Child Thrives School, Family, Community

Open House 9am Thursday, March 26, 2020 1120 Spa Road . Annapolis, MD . 410-269-1955 . stmartinsonline.org

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ACS NURSERY SCHOOL

NOW ENROLLING 6 Weeks to 2 Years Old

Affordable Rates and Convenient Hours

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Writers Workshop), history (Civil War Camp & Civil War Institute Summer Conference) or information technology (3D Modeling and Printing Camp & Build a Bot and Code it Too).

Learn more about our summer programs at Gettysburg.edu/summercamps.

See our ad on page 24

Girl Scouts Summer Resident Camp at Camp Conowingo Conowingo, Md. 410-358-9711, gscm.org

iD Tech Camps

Maintaining Berry Healthy Smiles! ∙ Pediatric Dentistry from infancy through adolescent ∙ Hospital Dentistry ∙ Sedation Dentistry ∙ Nitrous Oxide ∙ Laser Dentistry Berry’s Children Dental L.L.C ∙ Orthodontics (Braces)

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4449 Mitchellville Road | Bowie, MD 20716 | 301 383-0959

Held at 150 Campus Locations 888-709-8324, idtech.com

Maryland Leadership Workshop Baltimore, Md. 301-444-8623, mlw.org

Mercersburg Academy Summer Programs Mercersburg, Pa. 717-328-6225, mercersburgsummer.com

Outward Bound Costa Rica San Pedro, Costa Rica 800-676-2018, outwardboundcostarica.org

Planet Hope Land and Sea Cruising Camps Tracy’s Landing, Md. 800-518-2816, planet-hope.org/youthadventures

Camp Accomplish provides a quality inclusive camp experience for campers of all abilities in day & overnight camp settings. Campers receive individualized support from trained counselors and staff ensuring each camper feels valued & safe in a fun and challenging environment.

(Some transportation offered) AGES 5-18

Science Camp Watonka Hawley, Pa. 888-741-4336, watonka.com

South Mountain YMCA – Camp Conrad Weiser Reinholds, Pa. 610-670-2267, smymca.org At YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser, we believe that today’s campers are tomorrow’s leaders.

Our progressive, camper-centered programs are designed to challenge every child in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Our campers make friends, learn new skills, build selfconfidence, and gain a sense of independence in our camp community.

YMCA Camp Letts MELWOOD.ORG/CAMP

Edgewater, Md. 410-919-1410, campletts.org

YMCA Camp Tockwogh Worton, Md. 410-348-6000, ymcacamptockwogh.org

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ADOPT, DON'T SHOP TIPS ON ADOPTING YOUR FIRST FAMILY PET.

THE PETS PICTURED WERE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THE ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY SPCA WHEN THIS ISSUE WENT TO PRINT

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s of January 1, 2020, Maryland became the second state, after California, to ban the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores. However, there are still plenty of options available to add a furry, feathered, or even scaled member to the family, such as adoption through a local rescue.

Nick Crawford is the office manager for the Anne Arundel County SPCA. He offers some insight for those debating adding a new member to the household, and encourages families to take into consideration both the needs of the family as well as the pet before making the commitment.

What are good first pets for preschool age children or toddlers? What type of pet care responsibilities can they share?

There are many great first pets for younger children. With any pet, the adult should be the main caregiver, but there are so many fun responsibilities the children can share with the adult. Guinea Pigs are great beginner companion animals for families with young children.

They are relatively docile and don’t require as much in-depth care as some other pets. Responsibilities to share include changing the bedding, filling up the food bowl, changing the water, socializing the animal, and playing gently with them.

How about elementary school age children?

Dogs and cats are good options for children ages 6 to 10. As kids get older, they are able to take on the more nuanced responsibilities that come with taking care of cats and dogs. Dogs need lots of exercise, so a spunky six- to 10-yearold may be a good energy match for an energetic dog!

Dogs and cats also provide companionship to the family members.

Canines and kitties are often affectionate and like to love on their family members.

Having a companion animal who will give them licks and cuddles can be very beneficial to families’ and the children’s happiness! Kids in this age-range tend to be more open to picking up waste and scooping the litter box as well. Before you adopt, make sure everybody in the

family fun home can meet the dog or cat to make sure they seem to get along. It is also a good idea to check with shelter staff and volunteers to see if that particular animal has a history with children.

AAC SPCA ADOPTABLE PETS

What about teenagers?

Teenagers are usually mature and capable enough to greatly assist with most pet care, but one interesting option other than cats, dogs, and rabbits, are reptiles.

I have adopted a crested gecko and two bearded dragons from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County.

Reptiles are considered “exotic” pets and do require a higher level of care than some other small pets. Proper cages, lighting, heat sources, and diets are all very important to the health of the animal and must be monitored closely. As with any animal, make sure they are ready and committed before rescuing. The bearded dragons I adopted were turned in because the teenager in the home no longer wanted them after several years.

Reptiles often have long lifespans and need a dedicated owner!

What are other things all families should consider when choosing a pet?

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Georgia, 9 years 3 months

Pets should always be a family decision.

We recommend steering away from giving animals as surprises or just one person being responsible for the animal.

Everybody in the home should be on board with a pet and be willing to pitch in. Even low-maintenance pets require a good amount of time and care, so everyone should be ready to help out.

Many people can be allergic to animals, so another good tip would be to come into the shelter and spend time meeting the animals before committing to adoption. That way you have time to see if any symptoms or allergic reactions arise! Fenced yards are very beneficial to dog ownership, but aren’t absolutely necessary. Keep in mind that if you don’t have a fenced yard, you will have to leash walk the dog more often to give them exercise. Home size is also a factor to consider when adopting a pet. If you live in an apartment, you may not want a gigantic 100-pound dog or a breed that is known for howling. Your neighbors will thank you later.

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Many families find the process to adopt through a rescue daunting and time consuming.

Why does adoption seem complicated?

The SPCA of Anne Arundel County has an application process because we want to make sure every animal that is adopted goes to a home who is qualified and prepared to bring a pet in. We get many animals turned into us because landlords won’t allow a pet or the animal is too much to handle. Our Application Process ensures we can match each individual animal to its ideal home. We also like to look for a history of veterinary care for previous pets and make sure the family is equipped to bring a pet home.

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Do you have recommendations on the safest way to introduce a child to pet care and respecting the new family member? Safety is super important when having a pet. Parents should always teach their children how to respect animals and handle them appropriately. Even the sweetest animal could bite if it feels scared or threatened.

Our shelter offers tours and classes for children of all ages where they can learn more about responsible pet ownership and animal handling. Details on our programs can be found here: aacspca. org/education-outreach

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ven if you adopt a pet through a rescue, there are expenses that come with pet ownership.

One must consider the cost of spay or neuter (often covered in your adoption fee), vaccines, preventative medications such as flea/tick and heartworm prevention, food and toys. Small furry friends, such as guinea pigs and rabbits need an enclosure, bedding and food. The ASPCA offers estimates on what you can expect the first year, as well as subsequent years, barring the unexpected trip to the vets.

Dog First year $1,471 to $2,000 Each year afterward $737 to $1,040

Cat First year $1,174

Other First year $374 to $802

Each year afterward $809

Each year afterward $304 to $477

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get out TONS OF FUN THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH

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vents are subject to change; check websites before heading out. For even more events visit chesapeakefamily.com/calendar.

Monthlong

Black History Month at Harriet Tubman State Park

Fri.–Sun. In celebration of Black History Month, Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center invites everyone to free, familyfriendly programs including ranger-led tours of the park highlighting the symbolism, story times, movie screenings, music programs and more. Free.

9 a.m.–5 p.m. Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park, Cambridge. dnr.maryland.gov

1 Saturday

African-American History Challenge Meet characters from African American History then test your knowledge for prizes! Ages 5–12. $10. 10–11:30 a.m. The Chesapeake Children’s Museum, Annapolis. theccm.org

Lunar New Year: Guangdong National Orchestra

Through Feb. 2. Ring in the Year of the Rat with showcases of Chinese and Korean culture. and a special display of Winter Lanterns in recognition of the first winter season at the REACH. The Kennedy Center Millenium Stage. Washington D.C. kennedy-center.org

Lil’ Stars

Discover outer space through stories and songs.

This month’s focus is “Bear’s Shadow”. $3, with $5 admission. 10 and 11 a.m. Robinson Nature Center, Columbia. howardcountymd.gov/rnc

Bird Walk

Learn the skills of identifying birds by sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. 8–11 a.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. jugbay.org

Chinese New Year Celebration

The Sweetheart Dance February 7

The Sweetheart Dance (formerly the Daddy Daughter Dance) is open to everyone!

This new annual family-friendly Valentine’s Day celebration is open to all parents/ caregivers and their children. Come out for an evening of dancing and delicious treats. A special keepsake photograph will be given to each family included in the registration price. Advanced registration required. Dress attire is semi-formal.

For ages 3–10. $35 per pair ($15 per extra child). 6:30–8:30 p.m. Pip Moyer Recreation Center, Annapolis. annapolis.gov

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) and the Chinese Embassy. This year features traditional music, magic, and demonstrations of traditional Chinese handicrafts, such as dough modeling, finger painting, and woodcut printing as you “awaken the lion” and ring in the Year of the Rat! Free.

11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.

Paws for Reading

Read to a furry friend from Caring Canines. Preregistration required. 10 a.m.–noon. Edgewater, Odenton branches. aacpl.net

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calendar | february Discover Jug Bay Wetlands

1, 8, 15, 22. Join a Jug Bay Naturalist for a free guided tour of the wetland boardwalk to discover the wonderful and unique plants and animals found at the Sanctuary. 1–1:45 p.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. jugbay.org

Winter STEAM Team Children’s Camp

creations. Plus a racing simulator, test drives and more. $11; ages 12 and under, free. Thurs. noon–9 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Baltimore Convention Center. autoshowbaltimore.com

7 Friday The Hobbit

Saturdays in Feb. Bring your little mariner to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum to join the CBMM STEAM Team. Ages 4–9. 10 a.m.–noon or 1–3 p.m. $15. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. cbmm.org

Shen Yun

1–2. This epic production immerses you in stories reaching back to the most distant past as you explore classical Chinese dance, along with patented special effects and all-original orchestral works. $93–$135.

Sat. 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. The Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, Baltimore. france-merrickpac.com

2 Sunday

Free Family Sunday

Sundays in February. Bring the family in for free artmaking workshops and enjoy hands-on fun the entire family. All materials are provided. Free. 2–5 p.m.

Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore. artbma.org

4 Tuesday

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 4–9. The beloved Alvin Ailey Dance company will continue to push its art form into fascinating new territory, with multiple programs as unique and phenomenal as the dancers themselves, including Ailey’s signature classic Revelations.

Various performances, locations, Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C. kennedy-center.org

Preschool Book Club—The Day It Rained Hearts

Bring the kids to read “The Day It Rained Hearts” and paint a Valentine’s pottery piece! $15.

10–11:15 a.m. The Clay Bakers, Annapolis. theclaybakers.com

7–16. Bilbo the hobbit, is asked to leave his large, roomy and very dry home in the ground in order to set off as chief robber in an attempt to recover an important treasure. It’s the last thing that any sensitive Hobbit would want to do, but great benefit eventually results for all of the Hobbits who inhabit Middle Earth $15. Fri. 7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Children’s Theatre of Annapolis. childrenstheatreofannapolis.org

Sweetheart Dance

See highlight on page 32 for details.

Family Fridays Under the Dome

Each program features a full-dome movie preceded by a themed, family-friendly planetarium presentation. $6. 6:30–7:30 p.m. Robinson Nature Center, Columbia. facebook.com/ RobinsonNatureCenter

U.S. Naval Academy Band: Blues & Gold Concert

The Naval Academy Band’s newest ensemble, Blues & Gold, will perform at Maryland Hall. Under the direction of Chief Musician Rory Cherry, Blues & Gold will perform classic blues and blues-infused music from artists such as B.B. King and Muddy Waters, and contemporary hits by guitar virtuosi Joe Bonamassa and Eric Clapton. Free. 7:30 p.m.

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. marylandhall.org

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown

7–22. This classic musical comedy features your favorite Peanuts characters as they sing, dance, and act their way through a two hour reminder of what it’s like to be a child. $25 adults, $15 children.

Performances Fri.–Sat. 8 p.m. and Sun. 3 p.m. Sun. Bowie Playhouse, Bowie. 2ndstarproductions.com

8 Saturday

5 Wednesday

Disney On Ice: Celebrate Memories

5–9. Sail along with Moana on her high-seas adventure and dance with Woody, Buzz and all the Toy Story friends. Feel inspired when love wins in Frozen and dreams come true for the Disney Princesses. $27–$82. Check website for showtimes.

Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore. royalfarmsarena.com

6 Thursday

Astro Adventure

Grab your space suit and take off on a space adventure! Experience all the wonders that space has to offer, see if you’ve got what it takes to make it to the moon in Astronaut Training Camp, and create your own constellation viewing device. Plus, channel your ground control skills and launch rockets of your own design. Free with admission. Noon–4 p.m.

Maryland Science Center, Baltimore. mdsci.org

Bottle Cap Mural Weekend Workshop

Feb. 8, 15, 22. Over three Saturdays, create an eco-friendly mosaic that includes upcycling plastic bottle caps. Choose from project examples or come up with your own design. Students will be provided with the backing material and asked to start collecting plastic bottle caps of all sizes and shapes. $125. 10–11:30 a.m. ArtFarm Annapolis. artfarmannapolis.com

Mommy & Me Valentine Unicorns

Mommy and Me classes are 2 canvases that when put together make a complete painting! $25. 2 p.m.

Wine & Design, Annapolis. wineanddesign.com

9 Sunday

Hearts and Hounds Mall Crawl

Join the SPCA of Anne Arundel County and Dare to C.A.R.E. for a dog-friendly walk in the mall Free.

8–10 a.m. Westfield Annapolis Mall, Annapolis. aacspca.org

Mommy, Doll & Me Tea Party!

Enjoy an assortment of delicious food and beverages, plus activities and crafts for the children.

Plus get a free photo keepsake of your child and their doll. $20 adults, $12 kids. 1–3 p.m. Pusser’s Caribbean Grille, Annapolis. pussersannapolis.com

Black History Month Concert

The United States Naval Academy Gospel Choir is an upbeat inspirational musical ensemble.

Comprised of midshipmen from various places, races, and creeds, the Gospel Choir is reflective of the diverse interests and ethnicities within the Brigade of Midshipmen. $19. 4 p.m. USNA Chapel, Annapolis. navyperforms.showare.com

11 Tuesday

Valentine STEM Storytime

celebrate friendship and the color red with books, songs, and preschool-friendly heart-themed STEM activities and crafts!. Free. 10 a.m. Deale Library. aacpl.net

12 Wednesday Wicked

12–29. This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz long before Dorothy arrives, when another girl was born. This one with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships… until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” $70–$250. 8 p.m., weekend matinees 2 p.m. Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore.

Motor Trend International Auto Show 6–9. This annual show features over 500 new cars and trucks, one-of-a-kind supercars, and custom

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14–15. This multiple Tony Award-winner is one of the most beloved musicals ever written. A wonderful cast, the Annapolis Chamber Orchestra, and the Annapolis Chorale combine to present this classic tale celebrating love, friendship, and belief in a dream. $18–$58. 8 p.m. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. marylandhall.org

Kids Night Out: Toy Story 4

Paint a canvas dish while parents enjoy a few hours out. Pizza and drinks provided. $35. 6–9 p.m. Clay Bakers, Annapolis. theclaybakers.com

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Great Backyard Bird Count

14–17. Help identify and count winter bird species through bird-related activities in your own backyard.

Each Great Backyard Bird Count helps researchers learn more about the health of wild bird populations and to protect them. gbbc.birdcount.org

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Maple Magic

15–16. Experience the magic of maple sugaring.

You will walk to identify trees, observe tapped maple trees, and help collect sap. You will also learn how to boil down the sap to make edible brown syrup. $12 adults; $10 students; $6 children 3–6. Tours at either noon or 2 p.m. Ladew Gardens, Monkton. ladewgardens.com

Peabody Preparatory Academy Concerto

This special concert will feature performances by the Young People’s String Program, Performance Academy for Strings and Pre-Conservatory Violin Program. Free. 1 p.m. Miriam A. Friedberg Concert Hall, Baltimore. peabody.jhu.edu

Engineering 101

What is an engineer? Engineers design and build things to solve specific problems. Learn the basics of engineering through an interactive, hands-on challenge. Construct your own design from plans to prototype and learn something new while having fun. Free with admission ($5). 11 a.m. College Park Aviation Museum. collegeparkaviationmuseum.com

16 Sunday

African-American Heritage Tour

This family-friendly tour explores the history and culture of Maryland’s African-American community.

Reservations required. $20 adults; $10 children ages 3–11. 1–3 p.m. City Dock, Annapolis. annapolistours.com

NSO Family Concert: Girl Power!

Celebrating Women in Music

This special showcase features female composers, conductors, and performers to mark 100 years

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calendar | february since the 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote. The program is to include works by Florence Price, Joan Tower, Gabriela Lena Frank, and Jessie Montgomery. Plus, one hour before the 2 & 4 p.m. performances on Sun., Feb. 16, hands-on activities let children get up close with the instruments they’ll see played on the stage. $15–$18. Kennedy Center Concert Hall, Washington, D.C. kennedy-center.org

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18 Tuesday

Cookies with a Cop

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20 Thursday

Family Movie Night: Pocahontas

An English soldier and the daughter of an Algonquin chief share a romance when English colonists invade seventeenth-century Virginia. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Linthicum branch. aacpl.net

21 Friday

$2 Family Fun Night at Port Discovery Explore Port Discovery’s BIG new exhibits, the SkyClimber and the Port, and three floors of handson, interactive exhibits for just $2 per person! 4 p.m.

Port Discovery, Baltimore. portdiscovery.org

Children, teens, and other community members are invited to enjoy a cookie with Corporal Bethea of the Anne Arundel County Police Department. Bring your questions, concerns or just get to know Corporal Bethea in our informal library environment. Free.

3:30–4:30 p.m. Brooklyn Park branch. aacpl.net

The American Craft Show

21–23. At this three-day celebration of all things handmade, you can explore hundreds of thousands of unique, handcrafted objects, each with a story you can take home with you. $14–$36. 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore. craftcouncil.org

Parents’ Night Out

Kids will enjoy their choice of STEM activities, art, games, movies, and music. Each child will get 2 slices of pizza and juice or water. Appropriate for ages 4–12. $35. 6–9 p.m. Pongos Learning Lab, Crofton. pongoslearninglab.com

Swan Lake

21–23. The Ballet Theatre of Maryland presents this “timeless classic” as a fusion of compelling drama, dance, passion, athleticism, and romance. $30–$53.

Fri. 7:30 p.m.; Sat. 7 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. The Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Annapolis. marylandhall.org

22 Saturday

Gem, Jewelry, Fossil & Mineral Show

This exciting family-friendly event will host more than 20 vendors offering a variety of fossils, minerals, jewelry, jewelry making supplies, tools, info on local workshops, classes and so much more. There will be a grand prize valued over $150, free door prizes every half hour, live demonstrations, a fun scavenger hunt for kids, and delicious food available to purchase by Little Italy Sausage Company. This is also a great show for boy and girl scouts alike to work on merit badges and sign up for classes. $6 admission goes directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Active military with ID and children 14 and under are free. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Earleigh Heights VFC, Severna Park. thunderspiritdesigns.com

What’s Goin’ On?

A glimpse of African American life in the 1960’s and 70’s , when culture and politics exploded with people attempting to find solace despite a background of riots, peace marches, music, speeches and war at home and abroad. Free.

2 p.m. Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park. chesapeakearts.org

NSO Music for Young Audiences: Mozart Mash-up

22–23. Share the magic and music of Mozart in a special family concert! A string quartet featuring members of the National Symphony Orchestra plays its favorites from the prolific composer. $20. Sat. 11:30 and 1:30 p.m.; Sun. 1:30 and 4 p.m. Family Theater, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C.

Heartbeat For Health

Heart health activities, education, music, health screenings and refreshments. Presentations and demonstrations by local dance studios and more.

Free. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Northeast High School, Pasadena. umms.org

Family MakerSpace Workshop: Paper Towel Roll Kaleidoscope

See twinkle, twinkle, little stars when you look into our kaleidoscope. Turn it and the view changes into a one-of-a-kind starscape. Free. 9–11 a.m. Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park. chesapeakearts.org

28 Friday Monster Jam

28–Mar. 1. See Monster Jam Trucks, Speedsters and ATVs as these world-class vehicles and athletes bring action-packed, adrenaline-charged racing, freestyle, donuts to the fans. $27–$82. Check website for showtimes. Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore. royalfarmsarena.com

29 Saturday STEAM Day

Local tech companies and organizations will be exhibit a variety of hands-on demos. Food, drinks, a “selfie station” and appearances by Oscar Falco, the museum mascot. $9; $4 ages 5–12; free ages 4 and under. 10 a.m–5 p.m. Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, Lexington Park. paxmuseum.com

B&O Birthday Party

Celebrate the B&O Railroad’s 193rd birthday with a party, birthday cake and fun prizes! Party included with admission. 11:45 a.m. B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. borail.org

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stay inspired picking up the Worry of Climate Change Children’s anxiety and what’s ours to do

BY SARAH MONTGOMERY LCSW-C AND AMY S TA P L E T O N L C P C

T

he news has been filled with

“You have stolen my dream and my

This worry is one that we must hold

the dire reality of climate

childhood.” Greta Thunberg’s words are

together. The best predictor of how a child

change, in no small part due to

haunting. We as mental health professionals

will cope after a loss is how the adults

the voices of Greta Thunberg,

specializing in grief and traumatic loss have

around them move through their own grief.

Timoci Naulusala, Jaden

heard echoes of her words in the counseling

When grieving, kids seek out trusted adults

Anthony, and thousands of other young

room. They are the words of grieving children

to normalize their emotions. Our work is

people speaking out about this urgent

sitting with the anger, hurt and disappointment

not to diminish their feelings nor overwhelm

worldwide issue. Across social media

of those left behind after a death: they are

children with our own emotion. Our job is to

platforms, “eco-anxiety” is surfacing as

natural expressions of grief, confusion and

acknowledge their concerns, let them know

the impact of this crisis is felt around the

uncertainty about the future.

that we also are concerned and commit with

globe. Our children, the most vulnerable

Young people cannot carry the worry alone

them to take action.

ones, are suffering the most. A deepening

when grieving, and that includes grieving the

Here are some ideas for parents, educators

grief is creating heightened anxiety about

reality facing the globe. Climate change is so

and other adults:

the future.

big that even adults struggle to hold its weight.

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stay inspired • Acknowledge their worry and share

group at school, or talking to Grandpa about

climate facts on a small scale, noting

why they choose to go meatless one day a

what is reversable. As children share their

week. Celebrate even small things making a

worries, test how probable each concern

difference.

is with them.

• Pick up the worry and model by educating

These interventions give kids something of agency while making a difference.

going to read some articles on what

They also help children self-identify as

steps we can take in our community to

environmentalists and foster leadership while

safeguard our environment.”

encouraging others to join in the efforts,

that you will hold most of that worry and act.

• Share positive steps that are happening

SIMPLE STEPS WITH HUGE IMPACT

to do with their worries, providing a sense

yourself about the environment: “I am

• Let them know that it is okay to worry, but

CLIMATE CHANGE PREVENTION CONSERVE WATER. NOT USING IT? TURN IT OFF!

amplifying the impact.

We understand climate change impacts

WALK AND TRAVEL GREEN

physical health. We must also acknowledge

NOT USING IT? TURN IT OFF!

the impact on mental health. As mental

around the world. The Climate Optimist

health providers, we must see this as a social

(climateoptimist.org) is a great resource for

concern that needs advocacy. We are in a

environmental good news.

unique position to help bring an awareness

SAVE AND MAXIMIZE ENERGY USE ENERGY-SAVING APPLIANCES

of the link between mental health and climate When experiencing trauma and grief, the

change. If we fail to address this impact,

sense of having no control is overwhelming.

we are ignoring possible harm to the mental

To counteract this, focus on where children

health of our youth.

can have some agency and control. For

MAKE IT A HABIT TO RECYCLE

Do we have a lot to learn? Yes. Do

example, you can make a chart, perhaps on

we occasionally forget reusable bags,

the inside of a leftover pizza box, and every

use a Styrofoam cup, or choose to drive

time a child in the family or in the classroom

somewhere instead of a greener alternative

makes a choice for the Earth, they can add a

because it is convenient? Yes! But we can

blue dot to the chart.

also try again, making little choices along

Affirm when a reusable water bottle is

REDUCE YOUR WASTE

STAND UP & GET INVOLVED VOICE OUT YOUR CONCERNS

the way and modeling for our children that

taken to school, or when a light is turned off

each thing we do matters. If we as adults

when leaving the house, or trash is picked up

listen to youth, and pick up the worry, we will

or recycled. Support them in writing letters

be doing our part in taking care of Earth’s

to elected officials, joining an environmental

children and protecting their future.

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Events worth hiring a babysitter p.m. Heritage Baptist Church, Annapolis. heritagebaptistannapolis.org

6 Thursday

Ladies Night

Bring the beverages and snacks of your choice and receive 25 percent off your pottery and glass projects. Reservations recommended. 5–10 p.m.

Clay Bakers, Annapolis. theclaybakers.com

7 Friday

Furniture Painting 101 Workshop

Learn the basics, including prep, painting, distressing and sealing. Supplies provided. $100.

5:30–8:30 p.m. Vintage by the Bay, Deale. facebook.com/vintagebythebaydeale

Block Printing Workshop

Learn how to carve your own block and block print onto beautiful paper. Block printing artist extraordinaire, Anita Hagan will be here to teach you all you need to know. $65. 6–9 p.m. ArtFarm, Annapolis. artfarmannapolis.com

8 Saturday

Pet Portrait Painting Workshop

8; 15. During this two-Saturday workshop, Molly, a classically trained artist, will walk you through how she creates pet portraits from start to finish.

She will explain how to choose your subject & how to compose your painting. $175.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. HorseSpirit Arts Gallery, Savage. horsespiritartsgallery.com

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Sex at the Zoo

Monthlong

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Fight Night

Wednesdays. Head to Chesapeake Brewing Company for a great night of gaming on the big screen! Play against others, watch, and get the best score while you have fun and drink locally brewed beers. There will be a competitive 1 on 1 tournament with prizes, as well as casual play on the big screen all night. Chesapeake Brewing Company, Annapolis. 6–9:30 p.m. facebook.com/chesbrewingco

Video Games and Dance Party

Sundays. HiScore Annapolis hosts a weekly adultsonly video game night that mixes the atmosphere

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of bars and nightclubs with gaming!

The events feature professional gaming tournaments, a massive array of consoles and party games, live DJs, and food drink specials! $5. 7 p.m.–1 a.m. Union Jacks, Annapolis. unionjacksannapolis.com

2 Sunday

SOUPer Bowl Lunch for the Light House Shelter

This donation-only lunch to benefit the Light House Shelter will be prepared by Chef Zachary Pope and served by representatives from the Light House BEST Culinary Arts job training program. 100 percent of the money raised will go toward the Light House. 11:30 a.m.–1:30

Discover the secrets, scandals and shockingly true facts about animal courtship. Go inside the rarely discussed world of wildlife matchmaking at zoos and the behind-the-scenes work that leads to love.

This adult-oriented evening also includes an open bar of beer, wine and soft drinks, sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, decadent desserts and live music by Jazz Caravan (all guests must be over 21 years old). $85 per person. 6–9 p.m. Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. marylandzoo.org

Valentine’s Classic Soul

Fall in love all over again at the Soul Jam Valentine’s Weekend show featuring musical performances by The Spinners, Manhattans, Intruders, Softones, and Chi-Lites. $41 and up.

8 p.m. The Modell Lyric, Baltimore. modell-lyric.com

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Galentine’s Day Sip & Paint

Come enjoy an amazing night out with amazing ladies, wine, and artistic expression! Food from 7–8; painting starts at 8. $50. Studio Cee, Crofton. eventbrite.com

Festival of Laughs

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with comedy heavyweights Sommore, Gary Owen, Lavell Crawford, DC Young Fly, Kountry Wayne and Tony Rock. $59–$132.

7:30 p.m. Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore. royalfarmsarena.com

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Valentine’s Day Truffle Making & Wine Tasting

Learn the art of hand-rolling your own chocolate truffles while learning about the plant from which chocolate is made. Enjoy tastings from local winery, Linganore Vineyards. Ages 21 and older. $27.

1–3 p.m. and 4–6 p.m. Robinson Nature Center, Columbia. howardcountymd.gov/RNC/programs

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Improv Annapolis

Improv troupes performing hilarious sets of scenes in long-form improv shows. $5. 7–9 p.m. ArtFarm, Annapolis. artfarmannapolis.com

Cupid’s Undie Run

Cupid’s Undie Run is a “brief” fun run that takes place in the middle of a BIG party. That’s right: party, run (a mile-ish, at your own pace), party—all to find a cure to Neurofibromatosis. $. Noon–4 p.m. starts at Luckies Tavern/Power Plant Live, Baltimore. powerplantlive.com

Drag after Dark

Join the Annapolis Divas for an evening of Love, Lust, and Libations at Rams Head on Stage for Drag After Dark: Valentine’s Day Date Night Edition. $20. 8 p.m. Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis. ramsheadonstage.com

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Grab your friends and spend the day enjoying great food and beer! Start 11am with Brunch at Chesapeake Brewing in Annapolis. Then climb aboard and head to some great local breweries! Chesapiooc, Crooked Crab, Hysteria all ready to show off their brews. Chesapeake Brewing Company, Annapolis. 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. chesbrewco.com

29 Saturday

Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap

Enjoy unlimited tasting of craft beer from 13 local breweries, plus live music, picturesque views of the Bay and a complimentary pint glass for the first 800 attendees. $35–$50. 1–4 p.m. Seacrets Jamaica, Ocean City. shorecraftbeerfest.com/love-on-tap

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