Chesapeake Family Life June 2021

LOVE WINS!

LGBTQ Awareness and Resources

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KIDS OF SUMMER WINNERS Meet all the cuties who entered our annual cover contest!

EXPLORE BY KAYAK Cool tours the whole family will love!

The Best Backyard Summer Fun Products, Juneteenth Events, and 100 Days of Summer!

Summer Activities Ever yone Will Enjoy

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in this issue

Dante, our Kids of Summer Contest Winner is walkin' on sunshine!

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Features

Family Fun

22/ EXPLORE

BY KAYAK

12/ KIDS OF SUMMER Our Kids of Summer photo contest is full of cuties and fun!

A different kind of boating adventure to explore the Chesapeake

14/ MARYLAND'S SUMMER BUCKET LIST A great guide to dozens of ways to have fun this summer.

Stay Inspired

30/ HELPING YOUR TEEN GET A JOB

20/ LGBTQ AWARENESS AND RESOURCES

Your teen wants a part-time job. Here is how you can help with this milestone.

Celebrate Pride Month this June with LGBTQ Information and Resources

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DEPARTMENTS New & Notable 07 / 100 Days of Summer 08 / Juneteenth Freedom Day 09 / Backyard Summer Products 10 / Keep Your Pet Safe This Summer

05 / PUBLISHER'S LETTER

Get Ready for an Epic Summer of Fun!

24 / THINGS TO DO IN JUNE

Things to do for grown-ups, kids and families in June.

11 / Park Spotlight: Greenbury Park

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ummer 2021 is looking like it really might be one to remember, or at least one with the potential to make some new memories. If your family is anything like mine, we like to be outside on playgrounds, taking walks in the woods or on the beach, exploring new places, having picnics, gazing at stars – you get it, we like to be outside.

In this issue of Chesapeake Family Life we put together a Summer Bucket List (page14) for you.

You can use it to come up with ideas for your own summer fun.

Plus you won’t want to miss our 100 Days of Summer (page 7). Starting on Memorial Day and each day after that until Labor Day you will find a new place to visit or something to do posted on ChesapeakeFamily.com, Facebook.com/ ChesapeakeFamilyMagazine, Instagram @Chesapeake_Family and on Twitter @ChesFamily. We’ll share some hidden gems and also remind you how to be a visitor where we live.

And if you’re an adventurous family you should check out the Chesapeake Family Life Field Guide for Summer 2021. Included are over 50 places to visit with interesting facts and special activities designed to accompany each category.

Did you know that the Hopper Strait Lighthouse, now at the Chesapeake Maritime Museum, was once knocked off its pilings and floated down the bay on an ice flow? Imagine what it was like to a lighthouse keeper and watch big ships travel the Bay. Find all this information and so much more when you order a Field Guide at ChesapeakeFamily.com/FieldGuide Make sure to take some pictures and hashtag #chesfam so we can share them all Summer long on our social media. Stay safe and have fun.

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College Acceptances & Matriculations Congratulations to our strong, capable and motivated Class of 2021!

This group of resilient, driven and eternally positive students will pursue programs in journalism, engineering, biochemistry, computer science, nursing, political science, and Spanish, among myriad other academic and athletic pursuits. We could not be more proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing their success in college and beyond. Go ZAGS! The list below comprises acceptances and matriculations (bold) reported to Key as of May 12, 2021.

Anne Arundel Community College Bard College Bates College Baylor University Belmont University Boston College (2/1) Boston University (4/2) Bowdoin College Brandeis University (3/3) Bucknell University (2/1) Carnegie Mellon University Case Western Reserve University (2) Catholic University of America Clark University Clemson University (2) Colgate University (2/2) College of Charleston (4) College of the Holy Cross College of William and Mary (2) Cornell University (2/2) Davidson College (2/1) Delaware State University Denison University DePaul University Dickinson College (2) Drexel University (4/1) Eckerd College Elon University (4) Emerson College Fairfield University Fordham University (3) Franklin & Marshall College (2) Gannon University George Washington University Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology Gettysburg College (2) Goucher College High Point University Hobart and William Smith Colleges Hollins University Howard University Ithaca College

James Madison University (2) Kenyon College Lafayette College Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Maryland (3/1) Macalester College McDaniel College (3) Michigan State University Middle Tennessee State University New York University New York University Shanghai North Carolina A&T State University Oberlin College The Ohio State University (3) Pace University, New York City Pennsylvania State University (6) Pepperdine University Point Park University Pratt Institute Purdue University (3) Regis University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2/1) Rhodes College Rollins College Saint Edward’s University Saint Michael’s College Salisbury University (2/1) Salve Regina University Savannah College of Art and Design Skidmore College Southern Methodist University Southwestern University Spelman College St. Mary’s College of Maryland (2/2) State University of New York, Canton Syracuse University (2) Temple University Towson University Trinity College Union College (3/1) United States Naval Academy, Fall 2022 University of Arizona University of California, Berkeley (2/2)

University of California, Davis (2) University of California, Irvine University of California, Los Angeles University of California, San Diego (3/1) University of Central Florida University of Colorado Boulder (2) University of Denver (2/1) University of Florida University of Georgia University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2) University of Maine University of Mary Washington University of Maryland (8/1) University of Maryland, Baltimore County University of Miami University of Michigan University of Minnesota, Twin Cities The University of Montana University of New Hampshire University of North Carolina at Asheville University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Greensboro University of Oregon University of Pittsburgh (6) University of Rhode Island University of Richmond (2/1) University of Rochester University of South Carolina (3/1) The University of Tampa (2) The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2) University of Vermont (5) University of Virginia University of Washington University of Wisconsin-Madison (2/1) Ursinus College Vassar College Villanova University (2/1) Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (3/2) Virginia Wesleyan University Washington College (3/1) Wesleyan University Xavier University

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new & notable LIFESTYLE

TRENDS

EDUCATION

HEALTH

NEWS

100 Days of Summer

An event a day keeps boredom away!

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ummer is here and with it comes our 100 Days of Summer fun. Each day we’ll give you an idea for a fun activity, outing, craft, or event to attend. From the best spots to go hiking, biking, camping, and fishing to making your own backyard Slip N’ Slide, we’ve got you covered for tons of summer fun!

Follow along with 100 Days of Summer on Facebook, Instagram, and our website. You can also get it delivered straight to your email inbox by signing up for our enewsletters.

We're excited to share great things with you throughout the 100 Days of Summer. Wishing all a happy and healthy summer filled with wonderful summer fun!

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new & notable Juneteenth Music Festival June 19. To kick-off the festival, a parade will take place to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday featuring community-based civic organizations, marching bands, dance squads, floats, and more. The parade will begin at the Annapolis City Dock with a community prayer, opening remarks and will end at the steps of the Maryland Hall with a brief ceremony, musical performance and ringing of the freedom bells. The festival will close with a reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, theatrical performance, and tribute featuring local artists and creatives. 2–9 p.m. Bates Athletic Complex, Annapolis.

Juneteenth Open Air Celebration June 19. Enjoy good food, fellowship, music, live entertainment, and dynamic speakers with a powerful message of the power of an education. Tour of the Great Blacks in Wax Museum throughout the event. 2:30 p.m. The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, 1601-03 East North Avenue Baltimore.

The oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States

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uneteenth, also called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States in 1865, specifically when the news that the Civil War ended and that the enslaved were now free. Today the day is celebrated with music, food and festivities that focus on self-improvement, education and honoring the history of ancestors. Celebrations are taking place across Maryland as well as virtually in 2021. Below is a list of highlights. Check back to our website for updates and additional events as the date approaches.

Montpelier virtual Book Club: "On Juneteenth" with Annette Gordon-Reed June 2. In On Juneteenth, Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed will share the story of Juneteenth’s importance to American history. Recounting the origins of the holiday in Texas, she continues the story by recounting the enormous hardships that African Americans have endured in the years from Reconstruction through Jim Crow and beyond.

The event is free. Pre-registration required for the link. Hosted by the National Archives and James Madison’s Montpelier.

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Juneteenth in Chestertown June 14-19. The Black Union of Kent County and Chestertown Unites Against Racism have joined together this year to present several Juneteenth events inclduing JEDI training (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.) During the week of June 14-19th you can participate in talks about Micro-Aggressions, Identity and Privilege, Anti-Racism, and Courageous Conversations. There will also be a block party on June 18th at Fountain Park with live music, food, and crafts for kids and an event on June 19th celebrating history, culture and achievements at Wilmer Park with special guests, live music, and a closing candlelight ceremony.

A Conversation with Frederick Douglass: The Significance of Juneteenth June 15. Celebrate Juneteenth virtually with this engaging, inspiring, interactive conversation with Frederick Douglas, portrayed by Nathan Richardson. A question and answer session will follow. There will also be a celebration of the talents of local youth. 7–8:30 p.m. Free. Pre-register for link. Hosted by the The Havre de Grace Arts Collective. hdgartscollective.org/a-conversation-with-frederickdouglass/ NAACP Calvert Juneteenth Community Day Celebration Talent Show June 19. Enjoy a free, high energy talent contest, classic car show, mobile health unit as well as local African American Heritage activities, including dance, music, games, bike giveaway, story-telling, food and crafts. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, St. Leonard.

Calvertnaacp.org —Joyce Heid

new & notable

Surf Swing

Stand-on surfer-style tree swing is selfpowered, and easy to assemble. Adjustable handles for any height. Best for ages 6 and up. $110

Zombie Popsicle Molds

You'll be dying to get your hands on these! The mold features four unique zombie ice pop designs, so everyone can choose their favorite. $20

Backyard Summer Fun! Grab these products for a ridiculously good time!

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Inflatable Dino Sprinkler

ometimes we overlook the backyard when in reality it is like an additional outside room to the house we don't always utilize. This Summer we plan on spending way more time in our backyard. We don't have a huge budget or the skills to build an epic outdoor play space so we have been on the lookout for products to make this Backyard Summer more fun than ever. Check out these products we found for a ridiculously good time in your backyard this Summer! —Jenny Cardoza

Make it rain Summer fun with this giant dinosaur sprinkler that is 6 feet tall! $22.99

Mud Maker Kitchen

Has both wet and dry activity areas.

It comes complete with a starter set of stainless steel pots and pans with a mixing whisk. $195

Deluxe Archery Set

This archery set easy enough for the youngster but action packed for everyone else! $40

Inflatable Pirate Ship Sprinkler

Complete with a cannon, a mast, a rudder, a sword, two balls, and an anchor to give your kids endless hours of fun. $124

Insect House Pollinator

This bee home provides much needed habitat to solitary insects such as mason bees and leaf cutter bees. $13.99

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new & notable 3 - Focus on enrichment instead Activities like scatter feeding, kongs (you can freeze them for a little more chill), or even toys, frozen in a block of ice can serve as fun enrichment and to keep your dog cool. You can also get a little extra exercise with tug toy, a flirt pole or a swim.

4 - Water is really important Make sure that water is available all day long. Dehydration happens really quickly in hot temperatures, so make sure you keep their water bowls topped up and feel free to add the occasional ice cube.

5 - Don’t always trust a weather report.

If the air temperature is 87°, asphalt can have a temperature as high as 147° and you know you can fry an egg at 131°…

It’s good to know that 80° is about the limit of what you can safely walk in day to day, but shade and streams can help you walk when it’s a little warmer.

6 - Consider your dogs breed and weight.

Hot Dog! Keep your furry friends safe from the heat this summer.

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ith summertime coming in, we need to be aware that it can be a tough time for our dogs too. Dogs may get lazy during the summer heat so here are my favorite ways to keep your dog cool and happy during the hot summer months!

1 - Keep out of the sun Your dog should not be kept out in an area where they cannot find any respite from the heat. If they are outside, make sure there is plenty of shade available for your dog. Preferably, keep your

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dog inside an airconditioned house during the hottest parts of the day. If air conditioning isn’t available, sometimes a cooling mat or wet towel on the floor can give them a cooler area to chill out.

2 - Exercise at cooler times Avoid being out in the heat during its peak time. There may be points in the day when the temperature drops and those are the times to get your exercise in. But remember, if it’s too hot, it’s absolutely ok to miss walks and a great way to substitute outside exercise is with...

If your dog is overweight, brachycephalic (flat faced), a puppy under the age of 6 months or elderly, or if you have a snow dog, you should definitely be extra cautious because their abilities to tolerate the heat is lesser.

7 - Don’t leave your pets in your car for any length of time It’s just not worth it.

8 - Watch out for symptoms of heat stroke Symptoms to look out for with a heat stroke is a lack of coordination when they’re moving, diarrhea, vomiting, drooling, a reddening of the gums and panting. If you do notice these symptoms, it’s time to head to the vets. Be ready with a cool wet towel over their chest to try and reduce their core temperature.

9 - Humidity makes it harder to sweat.

Your dog can only lose heat by sweating through their paws and by panting and humid days make this difficult for dogs to regulate their body temperature.

— Ali Smith

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Greenbury Point

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Park Spotlight

ou’ve all seen the old radio towers that line Greenbury Point, just across the mouth of the Severn River from Annapolis.

But did you know you can visit them in person? The Navy owns and operates the 231-acre nature preserve on Greenbury Point, which features a sand and gravel path around the peninsula that winds through wooded areas, as well as open fields around the base of the three towers. You can also pop off the trail at several spots to glimpse a great view of Annapolis to the west, and on the other side, views of the Bay Bridge and Whitehall Bay. You’ll be able to catch glimpses of ospreys, herons and other birds, and a lot of butterflies. Kids will love the Poet’s Nature Trail, which you can pick up just outside the Nature Center, along the trail there are signs describing the flora and fauna you’re seeing along the way.

There is a small wooden observation stand that faces Carr Creek where you can sit for a few minutes and do some birdwatching.

Continue along the outer trail for some outstanding views of the Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis.

At points along the trail you will also see remnants of some of the old tower bases. Nineteen towers once stood on the point, until

all but three were demolished in 1999. You'll also see the gigantic remnants of an old Trident seal laying on the ground.

Know Before You Go You’ll need to take a bit of precaution before you head out.

The peninsula is also home to Naval firing range drills, so call ahead before you go to make sure the trails are open. You can find out if the trails are open on any given day by calling 410-293-9304. A daily recording will tell you if the trails are open. You can also follow Naval Support Activity Annapolis (NSAA) on Twitter @NSAAnnapolis.

If the trails are open, you can park at either the Nature Center lot or the open lot just after the Center. There are gates that are almost always closed, one entry just beyond the parking lot and the other by the Nature Center. As long as you have checked that the trails are open, you can head behind the gates by skirting behind the wooden fences alongside.

To get to Greenbury Point, take Greenbury Point Road past the Naval Exchange, golf course and Naval Academy Primary School.

Shortly after the school, the road will dead end at a parking lot, where you can park and head off to the trails!

—Ann Levelle

QUICK LOOK AT GREENBURY POINT ADMISSION FREE PARKING FREE RESTROOMS NONE PETS YES

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Beach Bliss with Rosie & Ella

Surf's Up with Holden

Mason getting his daily dose of Vitamin Sea

Kids of Summer The winning cuties of our annual cover contest

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e asked for pictures of summer fun and you delivered! Thank you to all for sending in your Kids of Summer photos. We loved seeing all of the smiles, the sunshine and the fun.

Congratulations to Dante for being both our June Cover photo as well as the winner of the most online votes! Thank you to all for participating. Wishing you a happy and healthy summer!

Sunkissed William

Splish Splash with Reagan

Allen & Lilly are cousins at sea

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Our Cover winner Dante is walking on sunshine!

Tucker cheesing at Clark's Eliok Farm

Skyler & Noah sharing sibling secrets

Carter has a sunkissed nose and sandy toes

Corwin making a splash in Back Creek

Leilani brightening our entire Summer up with that smile

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By Jessica Kannegieser

BUCKET LIST Use these pages and check off all the fun from your bucket list all Summer long or join our Insiders Club at ChesapeakeFamily.com/CFLInsider for a downloadable version.

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Water Fight Make your backyard the water war zone. Place super soakers, water balloons, or DIY Sponge Balls around different stations in your yard and let the brawl begin. Be sure to take before and after photos!

Thrilling Water Slides Make sure to add a little thrill to your water fun this summer at some of the best waterparks in the area. Chesapeake Beach Water Park and Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags provide fun for all types of thrill seekers.

Pirate Ship Adventure Explore the seas and find treasure on a pirate ship adventure. Chesapeake Pirates are sure to help your discover the fun while taking on some scallywags.

Cruise the Chesapeake

Cool off at a Local Pool

See the Chesapeake Bay like you have never seen it before. Watermark in Annapolis offers cruises from 40 minutes to full day excursions.

Beat the heat at a local pool that have more than your typical lap pool. Truxtun Park’s new pool and Splash Pad is sure to provide a day of fun in the sun.

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Farm Fun

Farmers Markets Get amazing produce and products from local farmers at your farmer’s markets.

Anne Arundel Farmer's Market is open Saturday and Sunday through the summer.

Baltimore's Farmer's Market is well worth the trip to see all the vendors and hang around the hulahoopers.

Get up close and personal with farm animals. Wild Kid Acres in Edgewater give kids a chance to learn farm skills while having fun. Also, try Great Country Farms in Bluemont, VA for a chance to cuddle with goats and play on some amazing and unique playgrounds.

Farm Vacation Looking for a more real experience? Plan your next vacation on the farm where you can lend a hand and give your family an experience they will never forget. Verdant View Farm in Paradise, Pa is great place to enjoy the farm life and great food.

backyard Star Gazing

Star gaze in your backyard.

Enjoy the stars on a clear night from your back porch. Don’t have a telescope? Download the Skyview Lite APP to find constellations with your smartphone.

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Star Gazing Hot Spots

Increase your star gazing power at places where light pollution is less of a problem. Shenandoah National Park and Sky Meadows State Park provide some of the best local spots to explore the stars.

Planetariums

Learn more about the stars above at a planetarium. Maryland Science Center’s Davis Planetarium provides a variety of shows to explore space.

Backyard Camping Don't feel like going far? Make your backyard the campsite.

Perks: bathroom is close by, plus if weather isn't the best or camping isn't working out, move the crew back in the house.

This is a great test run for your family before a real camping adventure.

State Park Camping State parks offer a wonderful camping experience. Check out Breezy Point Campground.

Accommodating tents, pop-ups and RVs, this campground features a half mile of sandy beach, a playground, bath houses and a netted swimming

Glamping If roughing it doesn’t appeal to you, take camping to the next level of comfort. Experience the wonderful world of glamping at Chincoteague Island KOA Resort. This KOA has plenty of beach cottages, but also offers 13 of what are the most Instagram-worthy accomodations in the region: Safari Tents.

Canoe/Kayak Get out on the water.

Rent a kayak or paddleboard at Quiet Waters and explore the South River.

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Aerial Adventure Parks

Fly a kite

Hot Air Balloons

Get up in the air on the ropes.

Sandy Springs Adventure Park provides 15 trails in their aerial forest adventure for all levels. They also have a night time Glow Course that looks like an epic time for older kids and adults.

Catch a breeze and take the family out to fly kites. Centennial Park, Ellicott City, has free admission!

There are several open areas perfect for kite flying. When your kids are tired of holding the string, there are excellent playgrounds, picnic pavilions and boats for rent.

Go for a balloon ride and see the world from a different view at Delmarva Balloon Rides in Chester, or go to the Chesapeake Bay Balloon Festival, July 30th, through August 1st in Cordova.

Make your own Ice Cream or Popsicles

Eat crabs waterfront

Family Cooking Class

Get creative with this sweet treat.

With endless combinations, find your inner Ben and Jerry’s. Check out the zombie popsicles molds we featured on page 9.

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A summer can’t pass by without enjoying a Maryland staple. Sit and relax by the water while enjoying some crabs at places like Stan & Joes in Galesville or Mike’s Restaurant and Crabhouse in Riva.

Expand your cooking skills and enjoy great food at a cooking class. Check out Taste Buds Kitchen for a cool cooking experience this summer for your kids or as a family.

Playground Hop Using our Playground directory, plan a playground hop to explore new fun places. Pack a picnic and let the kids burn off some of that energy.

Ninja obstacle course Take the play to the next level.

A family day at an obstacle course like NinjaBe, is sure to bring out the smiles for everyone.

Amusement Park Hit all the fun items on your list at an amusement park like Adventure Park USA. Ride roller coasters, race go karts and win at mini golf.

Outdoor Theater Catch a live performance outside.

Annapolis Summer Garden Theater is presenting a musical revue for a few weeks in August.

Backyard Movie Time

Drive-ins

Pull up a chair to watch a movie in your backyard. Whether you use a projector and a bed sheet or set up your tv and firestick outside, just add popcorn and you can enjoy your favorite movie under the stars.

Hop in the car and enjoy the movies with this pastime tradition. Bengies Drive-in, in Middle River, gives your family a fun movie experience.

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Love Wins!

LGBTQ Awareness and Resources

By Jillian Amodio

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une is LGBTQ Pride month. Why June? Pride month is held annually every June to commemorate what many consider to be a pivotal turning point for LGBTQ rights, the Stonewall Riots. The Stonewall Riots occurred on June 28, 1969. Fed up with the treatment and discrimination of the LGBTQ community, supporters and community members began to fight back. The Stonewall Uprising was a tipping point for the United States Gay Liberation Movement.

It’s important that we recognize that although LGBTQ rights have been greatly enhanced over the years, there is still much work to be done. LGBTQ youth often face discrimination and increased risk of mental health struggles.

According to a study cited by the CDC, lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth are more than twice as likely to have attempted suicide as their heterosexual peers. Risk factors for this increase can be linked to a variety of causes including being gay or bisexual in a hostile or unaccepting environment and the negative impact that this has on the mental health of the individual.

In literature provided by the Human Rights Campaign, youth identifying as transgender are four times as likely to experience depression than their heterosexual peers. Stigma and

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HOW TO BE AN ALLY Ally is a verb, an action word!

Being an ally means to actively be involved in dismantling oppression and discrimination against marginalized populations.

Some simple ways to be an ally include being a good listener. Listen without judgement. Listen to the needs and preferences of others. Keep an open mind and be willing to learn about different lifestyles, choices, expressions, and belief systems. Understand that we all have implicit bias. We may not even be aware of these biases, but once we recognize them we can make conscious choices to be inclusive and dismantle our own misconceptions. Speak up when you see instances of prejudice, don’t be complicit in silence. And lastly, treat everyone you meet with dignity and respect.

discrimination of members of the LGBTQ youth community cause them to be more at risk of facing struggles with their mental health.

LGBTQ youth who face rejection by their families and peers are also 8.4 times as likely to attempt suicide as those who do not experience rejection.

Teaching acceptance and awareness is essential in protecting our friends, family, neighbors, and community members who identify as LGBTQ. A strong support system and allyship including safe schools, proper pronoun use, and anti discrimination efforts can protect LGBTQ youth from isolation, unwarranted shame, depression and suicidality.

For some, the usage of pronouns and some of the terminology used when discussing the LGBTQ population can seem a bit confusing.

The first thing to realize is that confusion is nothing to feel shame about. If you don’t know something, or you find something confusing just ask! You may have even noticed that many people are adding pronouns such as she/her, they/them, or he/him in their email signatures.

When we make this practice commonplace it becomes normalized to ask people questions like “what are your preferred pronouns?”

AACPS is paving the way towards advocating for widespread policy that will further enhance the rights of LGBTQ students. Currently AACPS

TERMS TO KNOW

RESOURCES

Sex assigned at birth: Usually assigned by a medical provider based on biological anatomy present at birth, i.e., male, female, or intersex (a term used to describe a variety of medical conditions where a person is born with sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the typical definitions of female or male).

Gender: The feelings, behaviors and attitudes that each culture attributes to a person’s biological sex. Ex. girls wear pink and play with dolls; Boys wear blue and play with trucks.

Gender identity: The gender a person feels they are inside.

Only the individual can say what their gender identity is.

Children generally know their gender identity by age 5.

Gender expression: How someone shows his or her gender to the others. I.e., what

clothes you wear; if you wear makeup or not.

Lesbian: A woman who is attracted to another woman.

Gay: Usually used to refer to a man who is attracted to another man, but can also be used to describe a person who is attracted to someone of the same sex.

Bisexual: A person who is attracted to men and women.

Pansexual: A person who is attracted to all people regardless of gender identity.

has guidelines in place titled “Students and Gender Identity: Guidelines for Support.” They state “This guide provides information and guidance to students, parents, and school staff on the rights, responsibilities, and best educational practices with regard to gender identity and student support in Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS). These guidelines should be interpreted consistent with the goal of fostering learning environments that honor, respect, and accept the diversity of the student body. The intent of the guidelines is to help ensure that students are not stigmatized, maintain the privacy of students, and foster cultural competence and professional development for school staff.”

Further steps to ensure an environment of understanding and acceptance have been made when the board policy committee desired to turn guidelines into LGBTQ policy for the county.

Ryan Voegtlin, director of student services was present at the two meetings regarding the policy proposal that were open to the public. As a result of the hearings, a draft policy was created called Safe and Inclusive Environments for LGBTQ+ students. A final decision is expected sometime in July or August. For those who wish to comment on this proposed policy, Voegtlin states that you should visit the board of education website and submit your public comment.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline suicidepreventionlifeline.org It Gets Better itgetsbetter.org Relatable stories that let others know they are not alone. They also host online events, feature uplifting speakers, and talk about safety, current issues, and more.

Asexual: A person who is not attracted to any person regardless of gender identity.

Transgender: A person whose gender identity does not match their sex assigned at birth.

Gender nonconforming: A person who identifies as both genders, either gender or somewhere along the gender continuum.

Cisgender: Those whose experiences of their own gender agree with the sex they were assigned at birth.

The Trevor Project thetrevorproject.org Counselors are available by text, online chat, or phone for any person of the community experiencing a crisis.

GLAAD, glaad.org Offering Resources and advocacy for LGBTQ. GLSEN, GLSEN.org Safe space kits for classrooms.

The kit offers tips to advocate for change, including Safe Space stickers and posters to be placed in classrooms, offices, and businesses.

Voetglin also says “I want students to know that they can reach out to their school counselor, in terms of supporting their mental health, finding resources, and navigating anything they are experiencing. We want to do everything we can to help them be the most successful they can be.” Regarding student confidentiality, Voegtlin says that if students come out to counselors, counselors are bound by confidentiality and will not immediately tell the parents if the students do not wish them to be informed. If a student comes out as transgender and needs accommodations such as preferred pronoun use and bathroom privileges, the schools will work on a plan and work with the student towards achieving the goals and informing those who need to know in their support systems. If a student needs a preferred name formally input in the computer system or needs student records changed, then parents do need to be involved in that process. However, staff will not inform the parents of a child’s coming out until the child expresses that they are ready.

Love, acceptance, compassion, and curiosity can go a long way in educating ourselves and our youth about what it means to be authentically ourselves and how to be an ally to those in need of camaraderie and support.

Wishing peace, love, and acceptance to all members of our community and beyond. Be Proud, Be Authentic, Be Bold, Be You! JUNE 2021

PFLAG Annapolis pflagannapolis.org This local chapter offers support groups and meetings, outreach and community participation and events, communication efforts, as well as education and advocacy.

Annapolis Pride annapolispride.org/about-us Celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. They actively engage with local residents, businesses and groups to promote unity and embracing diversity in Annapolis.

Revealing Colors: Julie Larkins, revealingcolors.com Local mom and LGBTQ advocate offers transition coachingthat is centered on self worth and healing the spiritual self for trans kids and their parents to help them navigate finding resources.

Gender and Sexuality Alliance Programs Many local middle and high schools have a GSA club. It is a student-run organizations that is a safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and strive to achieve social change related to racial, gender, and educational justice.

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BY K AYAK Cool tours the whole family will love.

By Dylan Roche

W

hen you think of boating around the Chesapeake, you might think primarily of going by sailboat or powerboat.

But there’s a different kind of boating adventure you shouldn’t overlook—one in a kayak!

Sure, you can’t go as fast or as far under paddle as you can in other boats, but that’s the appeal! When you’re exploring an area by kayak (or canoe), you’re much lower to the water, able to stop by patches of

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shore much more easily, and the tranquil speed gives you much more time to enjoy your surroundings.

Kayaking is a chance to escape from the hustle and bustle of society and find yourself surrounded by nature. Plus, because you’re powering it via paddle, it gives you some heart-pumping exercise and is much better for the environment. Paddle sports are also a great way to enjoy an outing with others from outside your immediate circle while still keeping a safe social distance!

family fun TOURS YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY CHECK OUT Group Paddles and Tours with Capital SUP

WHERE TO START

“Where do I start?” you might be wondering. “I don’t have a canoe or kayak. And if I did, I wouldn’t even know any cool places to take it.”

Fortunately, the Chesapeake has plenty of places that offer guided tours, where an expert will not only guide you on safe and efficient paddling technique but also point out sights of historical or environmental interest. Everyone in the family is bound to learn something new when you take a tour via canoe or kayak.

Before you pick out the tour you want to undertake, it’s important to consider whether it’s the right fit. Many tour companies list their tours by ability level, offering tours that are good fits for beginners, intermediates, or advanced canoers/kayakers. If it’s your first time, you might want to take it easy. On the other hand, if you’re an experienced canoer, maybe you want a challenging course.

It’s also smart to dress appropriately.

Most tours don’t have any dress code, so wearing your bathing suit and flip flops might be entirely appropriate; however, if you have to go inside anywhere to pay for your rental or if you’ll be getting out to trudge through forested areas, you might want to cover up more and bring a pair of sturdy athletic shoes.

Finally, don’t forget to wear sunscreen and insect repellant. You’re going to be outside for a prolonged period of time— the last thing you want is to end the day by coming home all burnt and bitten.

Capital SUP, Annapolis capitalsup.com Although it’s technically paddleboarding instead of kayaking or canoeing (hey, you’re still paddling — it’s just, in this case, you’re standing up), the chance to get out on the water with a guide from Capital SUP is a great way to enjoy Back Creek and the Severn River.

There are Eco-Tours on Sunday afternoons, during which you can learn from a nature guide about surrounding wildlife and history as you explore the area on your paddle board.

Last but not least, there’s the Annapolis Maritime Museum Tour, held monthly throughout the summer, when the tour group paddles across Back Creek to visit the Annapolis Maritime Museum and see the exhibit Our Changing Waterfront, all about the maritime history of Maryland’s capital city.

Upcoming dates are June 12, July 24, August 21, and September 25, all at 10 a.m.

Kayak Excursion on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail Sultana Education, Chestertown sultanaeducation.org/ public-programs When you take a kayak out on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake

National Historic Trail, you’ll be able to take in the sights and sounds of these pristine wetlands just as the famed explorer once did when he ventured up the Chesapeake in the 17th century. A guide will point out historic landmarks and identify all the plants and animals (like turtles and herons). Tours can be scheduled May through October by reaching out to Sultana Education.

War II, all of which have been overtaken by flora and fauna. It’s one of those sights you have to see to believe!

Inner Harbor Kayak Tours

Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore waterfrontpartnership.org This tour for experienced paddlers is a great way to see Baltimore City and the harbor in a fresh new way. With the guidance of Baltimore City Recreation & Parks and the Healthy Harbor, you’ll set off from the Maryland Science Center water taxi landing site before paddling around the harbor to take in such landmark sites as the historic Torsk submarine, the USS Constellation, and Mr. Trash Wheel.

Sunset Paddle on Mattawoman Creek

Atlantic Kayak Company, Indian Head atlantickayak.com When you undertake the guided Sunset Paddle on Mattawoman Creek, you’ll be learning about not only nature but also human history. Out on what’s often described as the most pristine tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, you’ll almost forget that civilization is so close. Instead, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful plants like wild rice and cattails, as well as aweinspiring animals like osprey and eagles.

River Tours of the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Blackwater Adventures; Cambridge blackwateradventures md.com The Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge offers an up-close look at Maryland’s natural resources, and the beginner-level Signature Little Blackwater River Tour gives you a chance to paddle through the serene brackish waters and see amazing wildlife, including eagles, osprey, herons, otters, turtles, and muskrats, all surrounded by swamps, forests, and farmland.

Mallows Bay Ship Graveyard

Atlantic Kayak Company, Nanjemoy atlantickayak.com This tour, which explores the Mallows Bay Ship Graveyard is a little bit spooky, a little bit historical, and irresistibly interesting. The site comprises hundreds of shipwrecks dating from the Revolutionary War all the way through World JUNE 2021

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TONS OF FUN THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH VIRTUAL EVENT

OUTSIDE EVENT

SENSORY FRIENDLY EVENT

Ongoing

DINNER UNDER THE STARS

West Street closes and is filled with cafe tables reminiscent of the open-air cafes in Paris and the piazzas of Rome. Live music, special art exhibits and canopy lights. Free to attend; dining prices vary. Reservations at participating restaurants are strongly recommended.

Wednesdays to Saturdays through Sept.

15. 6–10 p.m. West Street, Annapolis.

Dinnerunderthestars.org SENSORY SENSITIVE SUNDAYS

Chuck E. Cheese offers a sensory-friendly experience on the first Sunday of every month at participating locations, opening our stores two hours before their normal opening time.

Sunda Sensory events include a trained and caring staff that work to ensure each guest has a fun-filled visit. We realize that the Chuck E. experience can be very stimulating for any child, so our mission is to create an event that allows ALL kids to be a kid. 6637 Gov Ritchie & I-695 Glen Burnie.

STORYTIME WITH THE CHESAPEAKE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Join the CCM every Friday at 10:30 a.m. on Facebook, where they’ll introduce a new children’s book each week, occasionally incorporating songs or crafts to do at home. theccm.org FIELD WORK FRIDAYS

Fridays, 9 a.m.–noon. Every Friday rain or shine, volunteers can join staff naturalists to tackle a stewardship project in need of support. Projects include invasive plant removals, trash cleanups, gardening, citizen science monitoring, and more. No prior training or experience is necessary. Ages 8 and up. Registration required. jugbay.org BMA – FREE FAMILY SUNDAYS AT HOME

Kickball Tournament JUNE 19 & 20 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Help the Riveria Beach Community raisie money to get their park a new playground for their kids in the funnest way possible, by beating everyone in kickball! DJ Wild Bill will be on the 1's and 2's. There will be games, food, raffles, and fun! The main event will be Rivera Beach Volunteer Fire Department vs. Eastern District Anne Arundel County Police department at 12 p.m. Sponsored by The Pit Stop, Mike's Pharmacy, The UPS Store, Harbor Liquor, Vapor Jam, Bay Area Computer and Hobby, Geresbeck's. Registration to play is required. facebook.com/pages/ Riviera-Beach-Community-Park/629632993724122

Get craft ideas and downloadable art projects for free art–making workshops. Headed to the Museum? Grab a free art–making kit complete with step-by-step guides and art supplies on Sundays 2–5 p.m., and at the BMA’s branch location, BMA Lexington Market, on Fridays 11 a.m.–1 p.m. artbma.org ELF THE MUSICAL

June 18–Aug. 22. Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth

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calendar | june father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. $49.50–$65. Includes dinner. Toby’s Dinner Theatre, Columbia. tobysdinnertheatre.com

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rhymes while building early literacy skills. facebook.com/aacpl

FIRST FRIDAYS IN LEONARDTOWN

2 Wednesday

Enjoy dinner at one of the many local restaurants, enjoy a drink from Social Coffeehouse or Antoinette's Garden, explore Shepherd's Old Field Market, shop at one of the many local shops and art galleries, or enjoy a sweet treat from Heritage Chocolates!

Drum Circle 6–7 p.m. and Drum Line from 7–8 p.m. Tour Old Jail Museum from 10–7 p.m. visitstmarysmd.com/events/first-fridays-inleonardtown

LEARN AND PLAY AT HOME: MAKING CRAB CAKES

SUNSET YOGA AT NAVY POINT

Tuesdays. Eastern Shore Yoga will lead participants in a mixed-level flow sunset yoga class on the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Navy Point. Participants are required to bring their own mats, props, and water.

5:30–6:30 p.m. $20 for a single session, $70 for the full series. Pre-registration required.

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. cbmm.org POP UP PLAYTIME

Join Port Discovery's Educators for Pop Up Play Time each Tuesday at 10 a.m. on the Port Discovery Children's Museum Facebook Page. portdiscovery.org FACEBOOK LIVE BABIES IN BLOOM

Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. Join the Anne Arundel County Public Library online for a special Facebook Live event for babies ages birth to 18 months. Babies will enjoy songs and action

Students track the people and jobs that bring the Chesapeake’s blue crab from Bay to table.

Explore different jobs in the industry, what they need to do their work, and how everyone depends on each other. (Designed for students in Grades 2–12). $5 per student. 2– 2:30 p.m.

Hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Pre-register at registration@cbmm. org. cbmm.org/event/learn-play-home-makingcrab-cakes-4

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SPECIAL NEEDS GYMNASTICS WORKSHOP

Splits Gymnastics is hosting its first ever Special Needs Workshop! This event is for children that want to try gymnastics in an atmosphere created just for them! Please contact Kelly Hall to reserve your spot! 240988-0787. 1–3 p.m. 210 Maple Ave, Boonsboro. plitsinboonsboro.net

3 Thursday

SING ALONG: SOUND OF MUSIC

Sing along to your favorite tunes from the Sound of Music with your friends and family.

How well do you know the Sound of Music?

Enjoy a few trivia questions and see how many you can answer correctly. Virtual. 4:30–5:30 p.m. Pre-register for link. aacpl.librarycalendar. com/events/sing-along-sound-music

ST. CLEMENT'S ISLAND HERITAGE DAY

Celebrate the history and heritage of St. Clement’s Island with tons of fun and FREE

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calendar | june activities and programs for the whole family out on beautiful St. Clement's Island. Experience a day of history, wildlife and art, and take part in activities that include, games, lighthouse tours, traditional music and much more. Lots of related vendors will be on hand. Visitors will be able to take free water taxi rides out to the island for all the festivities. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. stmarysmd.com CICADA STRAVAGANZA FIELD DAY

Learn how to use the Cicada Safari app to collect data on the Brood X cicada emergence in our area. $5 per person over 5yrs old. All ages welcome! Dress for the weather. Bring plenty of water and a snack, or pack a lunch to enjoy when we’re done! 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. jugbay.org/ inspire_events/cicada-stravaganza-field-day WHO'S BAD- THE ULTIMATE MICHAEL JACKSON EXPERIENCE AT THE CALVERT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

Running Hare Vineyard and the Southern Maryland Biergarten will be hosting this concert at the Calvert County Fairgrounds. Gates open at 6 p.m. No entry after 8 p.m. when the concert starts. $35–$75 per person. Calvert County Fair, Prince Frederick. runningharevineyard.com

June Events Kids ‘n’ Kaboodle on Facebook: Sunday, June 6, 2-4 pm Outdoor Family Activities - Masks required. Must pre-register: Fun with Spanish: Mondays 3:30-4 pm, ages 4 to 7 ArtTourist: Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 pm, ages 4 to 7, starts June 9 Nature Walk: Thursdays, 10:30 am Art & Story Time: Fridays, 10:30 am

SUMMER FAMILY MEMBERSHIP: $30 through Labor Day for →Links to Members Only online programs →Discounts on programs with a fee →Take Home Kits of activities from CCM theccm.org | 410.990.1993 25 Silopanna Road | Annapolis,MD 21403 info@theccm.org

SOUTHERN MARYLAND FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

June 5–6. Food trucks, local breweries and wineries, live entertainment,arts and craft vendors, fireworks, games, Kids Zone (including Petting Zoo and Pony Rides), and more! Tickets will be limited to follow capacity guidelines, recommended to purchase early. Noon–9 p.m. $15/Adult and $10/Child with promo code "FoodTruck" before June 1. Charles County Fairgrounds, La Plata. doodleshows.com/events

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FIRST SUNDAY ARTS FESTIVAL

The festival is held on the first Sunday of every month May through November on West Street in downtown Annapolis. Shop from local and regional artisans and enjoy outdoor cafés.

Explore galleries, take a game room challenge, try a new restaurant, or create your own artwork at shops on West Street. Family and pet friendly.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. Free Admission firstsundayarts.com SECRET GARDEN TOUR

June 5–6. The tour showcases the private gardens in the Historic District, Murray Hill. All the gardens featured epitomize the goals of the home gardener: to have a beautiful space filled with flowers, trees, shrubs, grasses, and other garden elements, a space that is a pleasure to live in and inspirational to work in. Tickets for the tour are $30 in advance and $35 the day of the event and are good for both days of the event.

12 p.m.–5 p.m. hammondharwoodhouse.org/ event/secret-garden-tour

9 Wednesday

THE LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER IS MISSING!

In this investigation-based program, explore a virtual version of the Hooper Strait Lighthouse looking for evidence about the lighthouse keeper, learn how lighthouses work and what life was like for a lighthouse keeper in the Chesapeake. (Designed for students in Grades 2–12). $5 per student. 2– 2:30 p.m. Hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Preregister at registration@cbmm.org. cbmm.org

10 Thursday

FAMILY VIRTUAL COOKING CLASS: GRILLED FRUIT

Grilled fruit is the ultimate summer food! Top with ice cream for a sweet treat, or add to salads and salsas for a burst of flavor. Angela Parreco, Nutritionist for Giant, will demonstrate some of her favorite ways to enjoy grilled fruits.

A list of suggested ingredients will be provided

in the email confirmation upon registration. 3 p.m. Hosted by the AA County Public Library. aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/family-virtualcooking-class-grilled-fruit SIP AND STROLL AT THE MARYLAND ZOO IN BALTIMORE: ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS

Explore species’ unique adaptations and learn how their needs are met here at the Maryland Zoo with the highest quality of care from the animal and veterinary teams. Adults ages 21 and up. $65 per person. Includes 3 drinks (beer or wine), food truck meal from Triple J, tour, and after hours visit to the exhibits. 5–8 p.m.

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. marylandzoo.org/ event_series/sip-and-stroll

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MUSEUM TOUR & PADDLE

Paddle over to the Annapolis Maritime Museum where you will join an experienced guide for a tour of the new permanent exhibit Our Changing Waterfront. Explore traditional Bay workboats in the museum’s beachside park, catch a glimpse of the historic skipjack Wilma Lee, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay. Offered in partnership with Capital SUP. The tour leaves at 10 a.m. from Capital SUP located at the Museum’s Park Campus, the Ellen O. Moyer Nature Park, and lasts for a total of 2 hours, returning at 12 p.m. $15 to $60 depending on what equipment you need to rent. amaritime. org/event/museum-tour-paddle-2 6TH ANNUAL CHESAPEAKE CHILDREN'S BOOK FESTIVAL

A hybrid event with some programming being held outdoors on the library lawn from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and some being offered virtually. Headlining this year’s Festival is awarding winning children’s author and illustrator Bryan Collier, a Pocomoke, Maryland native. Children ages birth – 18 who sign up for the library’s Summer Reading Challenge will receive a voucher valued at $20 for a free book of their choice and a tote bag, redeemable at Flying Cloud Booksellers while supplies last. Participants will also receive a Bluepoint goodie bag with a bookmark, treat coupons, and other fun items. To register for the Summer Reading Challenge, go to tcfl. beanstack.org. A different author will read each night via Facebook Live. Talbot County Free Library. chesapeakechildrensbookfestival.com TOTALLY TROPICAL

We'll be all aglow for this sensory-friendly outdoor event in the evening consisting of games and activities with a tropical theme and loads of fun lights. Activities are geared towards neurodiverse individuals ages 13 and up. Social

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calendar | june distancing is required. Kids 4 p.m., Adults & Teens 7–9 p.m. 13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd, Clarksville. theKaleidoscopeClub.org LAVENDER FESTIVAL

Lots of vendors, crafts, food and fun! 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free to $12. Smokey Cat Lavender Farm, Federalsburg. https://bit.ly/3evFvYi

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FREDERICK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

June 12–13. The free festival will be held creekside at Carroll Creek Park, an urban park in the heart of historic Downtown Frederick.

Enjoy a beautiful view, speciality shops, crafters, entertainment, outdoor dining, distilleries and breweries. 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Carroll Creek Park, Frederick. artfestival.com/festivals/27th-annualfrederick-festival-arts-craft-marketplace

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FREE PADDLE PLAY DAY

Families are invited to a fun day on the water at Wooton’s Landing Wetland Park! You will have the opportunity to try kayaks, paddle boards, do some fishing, go for a hike, or play games.

Water and snacks will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required to paddle. For kayaks and paddle boards, children must be 13 years or older. For canoes, children under 12 years old must have two paddling adults. Children 13 and older can paddle with one adult. This is a FREE event but registration is required.10 a.m.–2 p.m.

To register go to jugbay.org Event Calendar and click on the event. Wooton’s Landing Wetland Park, Harwood. Jugbay.org

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FLEA MARKET AT THE ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

Find unique treasures at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds at their annual flea market!

Tables still available to rent. 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville. aacountyfair.org/flea-market 2021 MEALS ON WHEELS CAR & TRUCK SHOW

If you are headed to the beach, check out this car and truck show to benefit Meals on Wheels. There will be classic cars and trucks, kids craft booths, craft vendors, food and live music. Show admission is free! 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

MAC, Inc., the Area Agency on Aging, Salisbury. macinc.org/event/2021-meals-on-wheels-cartruck-show

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YOGA ON THE FARM

Start your Sunday off with a morning yoga session among the wildflower fields! Annapolis local, YogiAllie, will teach one class a month in a series at Wildberry Farm + Market.

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PRIDE MONTH EVENTS 6.6 THE LIT QUEENS A casual, fun, and diverse group with a low pressure reading schedule. Meet weekly at Sundays, 11am – to discuss the latest book.

Currently meeting via Zoom but have started occasional outdoor distanced meetings. Reads are geared around LGBTQ+ topics or reads that would spark interesting discussion from an LGBTQ+ perspective. Contact Andrew Parr at asparr90@gmail.com.

6.11 FACEBOOK LIVE RAINBOW FAMILY STORYTIME Celebrate LGBT Pride Month with stories and songs of diversity, love, and friendship with Discoveries: The Library at the Mall & AACPL. All are welcome! Event will be hosted Live, on the AACPL Facebook page.

6.12 VIRTUAL DRAGQUEEN STORYTIME Our favorite Drag Queen, Balena Canto, returns to the library for a virtual storytime sharing books on diversity, acceptance, creativity, and love. Wear your dancing shoes and whatever else makes you feel beautiful for this special event celebrating Pride Month. Please complete the registration form to receive Zoom link and password for this virtual event. aacpl. librarycalendar.com/events/virtual-dragqueenstorytime

6.12 LGBTQ PRIDE WALK AT THE EASTPORT MEMORIAL LABYRINTH There will be flags, sidewalk chalk, pinwheels, bubbles, and rainbows in abundance. Feel free to come dressed up or dressed down as much as you would like! Masks are required to participate. Thanks for helping to keep our community safe! Everyone is always welcome. annapolispride.org

6.24 TEEN LGBTQ BOOK CLUB Join us for a virtual discussion of Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me by Mariko Tamaki, a graphic novel about a shy high schooler and her toxic relationship with her first girlfriend.

Teen LGBTQ book club is open to all and is a safe place to enjoy and discuss LGBTQ themes in literature. Hosted by the Edgewater Library. aacpl.net Do you have an event happening in the community? Add them to our free calendar at ChesapeakeFamily.com/Calendar.

JUNE 20 Father's Day Booze, Blues, & BBQ

Social distancing will be observed. 7:30–8:45 a.m. $25. Wildberry Farm, Crownsville. wildberryfarmmarket.com

15–20 minutes throughout the day beginning at 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Calvertmarinemuseum.com

DINNER & A CRUISE: MARYLAND’S BEAUTIFUL SWIMMERS

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A water tour guide will talk about the Chesapeake Blue Crabs. Begins at Morris Point Restaurant, where the Water Taxi will pick up registrants and take them to the St. Clement’s Island Museum for a cocktail reception. Diners will then re-board the boat and experience a narrated tour around St. Clement’s Island before returning to Morris Point Restaurant for dinner.

4–8 p.m. Tickets are $55 per person ($100 per couple) and include the boat ride, cocktail reception, dinner at Morris Point. Hosted by the St. Clement's Island Museum.

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HELLO SUMMER LITTLE EXPLORERS

Make discoveries through stories and play. For pre-school children ages 3-5 years old and an accompanying adult. 10–11 a.m. $4 per child General / $3 Members one accompanying adult free. Full-day admission included. Check-in at Godiah Spray Plantation. Historic St. Mary’s City. visitstmarysmd.com/events/little-explorers

17 Thursday

LITTLE MINNOWS: WHO'S YOUR MOMMA?

For preschoolers ages 3–5, with an adult. Story time and a take away craft, available while supplies last. Capacity limited to 10 people per session. There is no preregistration. Sign up at the Admissions Desk when you arrive. Sessions are

FRIDAY BOT PARTY

Fun storytime and meet Cubetto, the friendly wooden robot. Learn about robots and the cool things they can do. One registration per group, please note how many in your party. Everyone over the age of 2 please wear their mask for the event. 9:30– 10 a.m. Discoveries at the Mall, Annapolis. aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/ friday-bot-party-0 FATHER'S DAY CAMPING WEEKEND

June 18–20. Treat Dad to a stress-free camping weekend to enjoy all the fun adventures. Camp Crew will provide and set up the tent so Dad can kick back and relax. Greenbrier State Park, National Pike Boonsboro. Must make reservations online. thecampcrew.com

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Events celebrating Juneteenth all month long can be found on page 8.

OCEAN CITY AIR SHOW

June 19–20, High flying teams, including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! Watch in person, or from the comfort of home on FB live! Private viewing spots on the beach available for purchase. ocairshow.com

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calendar | june MYSTERIES OF THE MARSH MATAPONI CREEK KAYAK

Launch kayaks from the farm pier and paddle south approximately two miles on the Patuxent River, exploring wetlands and shoreline. Paddle the beautiful Mataponi Creek looking for beaver, otter, birds, and flowering wetland plants. Note this is a long paddle approximately 4.5 miles total. Ages 16 and up. $20/person. Pre-register on the website. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Jug Bay’s Emery Waters Natute Preserve (formerly Jug Bay Farm), Lothian. jugbay.org WINE IN THE WILDERNESS

June 19–20. Visit with native species like river otters before spreading out your picnic blanket to enjoy sips, snacks, and live music under trees adorned with sparkling cafe lights. Event amenities also include a flower-wall backdrop for photos, keepsake wine tumblers, and access to artisan vendors for those who would like to do a little shopping. Each ticket supports the zoo’s animal care and conservation projects. 5:30–8:30 p.m. This is an adult event. $55–$75 per tickets. Buy tickets early, event will sell out. Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. .marylandzoo.org

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FATHER'S DAY BOOZE, BLUES, & BBQ

Take dad for a laid back evening with excellent smoked goodies by Mountaineer Meat Smokers, cash bar service, live music by Jamie Seeley and peaceful farm surroundings. Adults $40. Kids 12 and under $10. Feel free to show up anytime. Dinner is served 4-6. Bar opens at 4 p.m. facebook.com/greenhillfarmsharpsburg FATHER'S DAY TRAIN EXCURSIONS

Celebrate Father's Day with a relaxing train ride departing at 111am and 2pm. Rides last 1 hour and 10 minutes. Rain or shine. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville, MD 21793 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Adults $14.00, Seniors (55 and over) $12.00, Children (2 thru 12) $10.00, Children under 2 are free if riding on a lap - otherwise they must have a ticket. visitfrederick.org/event FATHER'S DAY CRUISES

A one-hour morning or evening cruise on his big day. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Solomons Harbor and the Patuxent River. You are welcome to bring drinks and snacks to enjoy during the cruise. Ages 13 and older are $10; children 12 and under are $5. Pre-registration is required. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com

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INDEPENDENCE FIREWORKS

June 25–26. Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding at the estate of George Washington. Tickets are available with and without Mansion tours. Access to the Mansion is by guided tour only. $33-$50 per person, advance purchase. 6–9:45 p.m.

George Washington's Mount Vernon, Virginia. mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/ events/independence-fireworks

26 Saturday TOY BOAT BUILDING

Make a toy boat! Frst come, first served basis. For ages 5 and up. Sponsored by the Patuxent Small Craft Guild. $2 donation per boat suggested. 1–4 p.m. Corbin Nature Pavillion, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons.

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Newly Installed REME-HALO UV Air Purification System Leagues, Camps and Sports for Kids and Adults of all Ages!

Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Pickleball and More!

We also host birthday parties, child development classes, camps and facility rentals.

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June 26–27. Kids activities, food trucks, flea market, Stars and Stripes Petting Corral, and more! Opens at 9 a.m. Admission 13 and over $10, 2 to 12 years old $5. Pre-purchase tickets online. Howard County Farm Living Heritage Museum, West Friendship. Farmheritage.org PASADENA TOY EXPO SUMMER 2021

A toy, comic and collectibles show. Featuring toys from all your favorite lines such as Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, Transformers, G.I. Joe, Wrestling, Funko and many more.

Comic dealers will have a wide range of eras and publishers including Marvel and DC. 9 a.m.–$10 Early Bird Admission. 10 a.m., $5 Cash / $6 Card. Children 12 and under FREE. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Benfield Sports Center, Millersville. pasadenatoyexpo.com

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Ages 2 - PreK • Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum • Small, Caring Environment • Spanish, Yoga, Sports & Fitness Programs Included • Fully Implemented CDC Guidelines for COVID

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867 Buttonwood Trail Crownsville, MD

543 Old Stage Road Glen Burnie, MD

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LIL’ PIRATES

Ahoy, mateys! Become a pirate for the day, and search for a pirate ship – there might be hidden treasure along the way! This program is for children 3-5 years old with an accompanying adult. 10—11 a.m. meet at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary. $10 per child/ Members $8, one accompanying adult free. Space is limited – registration required, payment in full is required at the time of registration. Historic St. Mary’s City. visitstmarysmd.com/events/lil-pirates

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Landing that First Part-Time Job

It’s a major milestone for a teen. Here’s how parents can help

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By Dylan Roche

eens love to have spending money in their wallets thanks to part-time jobs. But the benefits of getting a part-time job are actually much greater than just a matter of finances.

Parents, educators, and even employers themselves have observed that teens who work part-time jobs develop a stronger work ethic and learn valuable skills like time management, customer service, communication, organization, and even leadership.

Furthermore, a job is something teens can add to their

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resume, which will look good when they’re applying to colleges, future jobs, internships, and other opportunities. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that for every year a person works as a teenager, they have a 14- to 16% higher income when they’re working in their 20s.

But the process of getting a job? Well, it can be a little bit daunting for teens who are starting the hunt for the first time.

And for some parents, it’s been so long since they got their first part-time job that they don’t remember the experience all that well and want to help.

stay inspired NEED SOME GUIDANCE?

This is what parents and teens should know ahead of time.

1. Teens should be doing everything (or as much as possible) for themselves.

It’s tempting to hold your teen’s hand through the whole process. But a part-time job is about establishing independence and building confidence. When Mom or Dad makes the phone call to see if part-time work is available, then asks all the questions about the application process, their kid isn’t going to learn how to solve problems for themselves later.

If your teen needs assistance with something minor (for example, proofreading their resume), give them your full support. Just make sure they are being the go-getter throughout the process. In fact, most employers want to see teens who are independent—if they get the sense that a parent is doing too much to help their kid, that’s a red flag and could count against the teen in the hiring process.

Once a teen lands the job, this same rule still applies. Need to reschedule a shift? The teen needs to be the one to discuss this with their boss.

2. They should know their availability before they start the search.

Teens are busy! There are often only small windows of time when they’re available to work. Employers understand this and are willing to be flexible. But teens need to be honest about how much time they’re able to commit to a job.

Between school, clubs, sports, and other obligations, a teen might only be able to work from 3 to 6 p.m. on weekdays—but if they say they have full availability and the employer hires them for the weekend shift, then that doesn’t work out well for anybody involved!

Bear in mind the Fair Labor Standards Act dictates teenagers ages 14 and 15 cannot work during school hours and are limited to three hours on school days and eight hours on non-school days. They cannot work past 7 p.m. during the school year and cannot work past 9 p.m. during the summer.

They’re also limited to 18 hours a week during the school year.

Once they turn 16, teenagers have more flexibility and can work as many hours as they wish.

3. Teens should understand their first job might not be that glamorous.

That’s not to say teens won’t like their part-time job—many of them will probably find they learn a lot, have fun with their coworkers, and take satisfaction in what they’re doing. But there will be times when a job gets tedious, demanding, or undesirable in some other way. They also might be making minimum wage or only a little bit more.

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4. Put together a resume.

Not every employer is going to require a resume from a teenager, but they’ll definitely be impressed if an applicant comes prepared. Although first-time job seekers won’t have any work experience to put on their resume, they can still include volunteer work they’ve done, school clubs they’ve been a part of, sports they’ve played, or their GPA. All of this demonstrates they are responsible and honor their commitments.

It’s also typical for a resume to list references. Encourage your teen to reach out to at least three people who have overseen them in the capacities they’ve listed on their resume and ask for permission to list their name and contact info.

Even with a resume, teens should still be prepared to fill out some sort of application form, either in person or online, for certain jobs.

5. Job opportunities are all about networking.

Yes, even from a young age, having a strong network helps a lot. In some situations, teens can find out about openings because local businesses are advertising them, either by a sign in the window or on social media. But in other situations, they might find out about a job because they simply ask.

Encourage them to reach out to neighbors, teachers, relatives, people from your church or house of worship, coaches, and other people they know. There are even some managers or business owners who will create a part-time position for a teenager if they see the interest is there.

6. The in-person interview is a chance to shine.

After applying for a job and maybe talking to their potential boss on the phone, teens will ultimately have to pass the final part of the job application process: the in-person interview. They shouldn’t see this as something to be nervous about. Instead they should be excited to show their boss who they are.

If they want to nail their interview, they should remember to dress nicely and turn their phone off ahead of time. During the interview, they should demonstrate confidence by sitting up straight, making eye contact, and not fidgeting. If they don’t understand a question that’s asked of them, it’s okay to ask for clarification or to take a moment to think about an appropriate answer. Afterward, they should be sure to thank their potential future boss for their time and consideration.

DON’T FORGET!

These tips can serve as nice guidelines, but all job application processes tend to be a little different. Remind your teen to be open to surprises and remain tenacious; and remind yourself not to do the work for them.

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