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Features
Family Fun
12/ FAMILY FAVORITES 2021
The votes are in for your 2021 Family Favorites!
18/ YOUTH SPORTS
Inside look at school athletics during the pandemic
22/ GO APPLE PICKING
Head to a MD apple orchard for fresh apples
24/ NEW RIVER GORGE
Explore the New River Gorge, America's newest National Park
20/ MANAGING SCREEN TIME
Keep Up with managing screen time
Stay Inspired
30/ THEATRE SEASON HAS RETURNED Curtain's are rising for the theatre again
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DEPARTMENTS New & Notable 07 / Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 08 / Managing Maternal Health 09 / Grief Counseling for Teens 10 / Free Museum Day
05 / PUBLISHER'S LETTER
A friendly dog approach to Fall
28 / THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER
Things to do for grown-ups, kids and families in September.
11 / Patuxent River Park Spotlight
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A Good Morning Starts with a Friendly Walk
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his is Luke. 75 pounds of pure Lab love. He’s about eight years old, although we don’t know for sure since we found him via the Lab Rescue folks. As we were adopting Luke one of the most important qualities we looked for was a friendly dog. That might sound silly because aren’t all dogs friendly? We go for walks every morning through downtown Annapolis and we meet lots of people and other dogs. Luke wants to stop and talk to all of them, both 2 and 4-legged. Granted some are more friendly than others but Luke doesn’t care. Every human and dog is equally deserving of his cheerful morning hello. We know pretty much all of the dogs we see on a routine basis each morning. There’s Nora who lives around the corner from us. She’s a beautiful golden retriever who doesn’t like wearing a Gentle Leash on her muzzle. And Nelson, another rescue who just moved to the
neighborhood. Halsey, the Blue Tick Hound, Theo the French Bulldog and Windsor who looks like a Burmese with really short legs, and then there is Cody who walks a very nice, elderly gentleman. Even the Governor’s two dogs know Luke, although the Governor has been very embarrassed by their rude behavior as we pass. You get the picture, we meet a lot of dogs and their owners every morning. Most people we pass give a friendly wave, or head nod good morning, but not all. I recently mused that wouldn’t it be great if everyone was as friendly and non-judgmental as Luke. Just a smile, or good morning, some acknowledgement that there are other humans out there sharing the space with you. We’d all be better for it.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
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Check out these books all year long! eptember 15 - October 15 recognizes the history and culture of the U.S. Latinx and Hispanic communities. The celebration commemorates how those communities have influenced and contributed to American society at large. Celebrate this Hispanic Heritage Month with these books.
SOMBRERO AZUL, SOMBRERO VERDE
By Sandra Boynton Ages 1 to 5 Tres animales serios y un pavo desorientado aprenden de colores y ropa en este clásico cuento de Sandra Boynton.
ENCORE!
Adapted by Cala Spinner, Illustrated by Alex Cho Ages 3 to 7 Vivo sets off on a musical journey in this 8x8 storybook that’s sure to delight young fans.
JOURNEY TO MIAMI
Adapted by Patty Michaels, Illustrated by Derek Ortega Ages 5 to 7 Journey to Miami with Vivo in this Level 2 Ready-toRead based on the movie.
DEFINITELY DOMINGUITA
By Terry Catasus Jennings, Illustrated by Fatima Anaya Ages 6 to 9 This heartwarming chapter book series features a young Cuban American girl who finds adventure based on the classics she read with her beloved abuela.
FEARLESS
By Mandy Gonzalez Ages 8 to 12 Middle schoolers will love this spooky novel from Hamilton and Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez, telling the story of a group of young thespians who must face the ghost haunting their theater.
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HOW MOON FUENTEZ FELL IN LOVE WITH THE UNIVERSE
By Raquel Vasquez Gilliland Ages 14 and up Irresistible romance touches a Mexican American teen who discovers love and profound truths about the universe.
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Investing in Maternal and Child Health
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Managing Health Disparities in Maryland
uring 2019 there were 70,178 babies born in Maryland and 837 of their mommas died. Maryland ranks 22nd in the nation in terms of maternal deaths. In order to improve maternal death rates and early childhood health, Maryland has launched a $72 million maternal and child health care transformation initiative aimed at improving related health disparities for Marylanders statewide. “Maryland’s maternal and child health care transformation is focused on prevention and early intervention,” said Governor Hogan. “By investing in access to prenatal care, postpartum care and child health visits, we can improve a wide range of outcomes that potentially impact the health of multiple generations of Marylanders.”
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Maryland’s Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) has approved programs and services based on the goals of reducing severe maternal morbidity and pediatric asthma-related emergency department visits for youth ages 2-17. HSCRC-funded programs and initiatives include:
• Medicaid - Home Visiting Services
Pilot expansion: The current program serves eligible high-risk pregnant individuals and children up to age two. The program aims to increase use of prenatal and postpartum care, child vaccination rates, and well-child visits.
• Reimbursement for Doula Services - This new initiative provides Medicaid reimbursement for doula
services. Doulas acts as advocates during and after pregnancy, including labor and delivery. These services will help increase access to care and lead to fewer low birth weight babies, birth complications, and C-sections.
• CenteringPregnancy - This new
program offers group prenatal care for low-risk pregnancies, including screenings for sexually transmitted infections and HIV. The program seeks to reduce incidents of preterm birth, low birth weight, elective C-sections, infant mortality, NICU stays, and emergency department visits for mothers and babies.
• HealthySteps - This new program
serves children from birth to age three and their families. HealthySteps promotes positive parenting and healthy
new & notable development for babies and toddlers. The program aims to decrease postpartum depression and emergency department usage for care, as well as to increase child vaccination rates and well-child visits.
• Maternal Opioid Misuse (MOM) Model Expansion - The MOM model
provides extra support for pregnant and postpartum individuals with opioid use disorder, including screenings for needs related to social determinants of health and maternal anxiety and depression. The model aims to increase access to prenatal and postpartum care while reducing potentially avoidable emergency department use and long neonatal intensive care unit stays.
• Public Health Services - Improving
Childhood Asthma Outcomes and Disparities: To improve overall childhood asthma outcomes and to address historically poorer asthma outcomes in Black children, MDH created a home visiting program in local health departments that offers education and training on home environmental asthma triggers. The program provides free services and materials and improves care coordination with health care providers through asthma action plans. The plans are designed to both reduce asthma-related emergency department use and improve school attendance for children.
• Eliminating Disparities in Maternal Health - The initiative
provides funding opportunities for jurisdictions that have elevated maternal morbidity rates to implement or expand programs and initiatives that improve maternal and child health. These initiatives include expanding home visiting programs and implementing the CenteringPregnancy program. “By creating and expanding these programs and services, we’ll have increased access to care—especially for chronic conditions—during one of the most critical periods for intervention,” said MDH Deputy Secretary for Public Health Dr. Jinlene Chan. “These interventions are critical to helping set someone on the path toward a healthier future and may ultimately save lives.”
Help for Those Grieving In-person grief support groups for children and teens meeting this fall
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hesapeake Life Center is a program service of the Hospice of the Chesapeake and serves the community with bereavement services and activities. Their aim is to enhance the quality of life for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This fall, the Chesapeake Life Center’s grief support programs for children and teens will resume inperson at the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena. The programs offered are as follows: • Stepping Stones is the monthly grief support group for children ages 6 to 12 and meets from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays: September 11, October 2, November 6 and December 4. Breakfast, games and activities are included. • Phoenix Rising is the monthly grief support group for teens ages 13 to 18 and meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month: September 15, October 20, November 17 and December 15. A
meal is provided along with games and other activities. • Pre-Teen Group is the monthly support group for pre-teens and early teens to connect and share with others who have lost a loved one. It meets at the same time but in a different room as the Phoenix Rising group – from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month, September 15, October 20, November 17 and December 15. A meal is provided along with games and other activities. The groups will be limited in size according to the recent CDC guidelines and masks must be worn when inside the building. The cost is $10 per participant with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@ chesapeakelifecenter.org. For more information about Chesapeake Life Center programs, including summer events for children and teens, please visit their website at www.chesapeakelifecenter.org. SEPTEMBER 2021
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It’s Back! ST E A M FA I R M A R Y L A N D
Oct 23 | 11am-3pm
Pip Moyer Rec Center, Annapolis steammaryland.com *Masks are required of all participants
PURPOSE. EMPATHY. CHARACTER. Here, some lessons last forever.
& Virtual Drop-In Wednesdays
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Free Museum Day Free admission September 18th!
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mithsonian magazine has designated Saturday, September 18, 2021 as the 17th annual Museum Day, an initiative in which participating museums across the United States open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket. The annual event allows museums, zoos and cultural centers from all 50 states to emulate the spirit of the Smithsonian Institution’s Washington, D.C.-based facilities, which offer free admission every day. With many public spaces being shut down for a year or more, Museum Day 2021 celebrates the reopening of museums after long closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s theme, Experience America, represents the return to, and resurgence of, our country's diverse cultural experiences, in the safest possible way. While tickets will be free of charge, participating museums will have safety precautions in place for this year’s event so guests can safely and comfortably enjoy their experience. More than 1,000 museums are expected to participate in Smithsonian magazine’s 2021 Museum Day, the largest event of its kind. Those wishing to attend and participate in Museum Day 2021 can visit Smithsonianmag.com/museumday to learn more and download a Museum Day ticket. Each ticket grants the ticket holder and one guest free access to any participating museum on September 18, 2021. One ticket is permitted per email address. A list of participating museums, which will be continually updated, can be found at Smithsonianmag.com/ museumday/search.
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Patuxent River Park Park Spotlight
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atuxent River Park, located off of 301 in Upper Marlboro, gives visitors a look at the woodlands and marsh feeding into the Chesapeake Bay. From 40 feet up in the air on the Observation Tower, the Patuxent River is a stunning, silver ribbon winding through native grasses, bordered by towering trees and guarded by screeching osprey. Even though the park compromises over 7,800 acres a visitor never feels far from the river. The Visitors Center is a good place to park. You’ll find restrooms, drinking water and the Observation Tower within steps of the Visitors Center. You should also grab a map if you plan to go hiking on the trails. Take a quick walk down a wooded gravel drive to see the Patuxent Rural Life Museums. The six buildings are open for touring on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 p.m., but even when they aren’t open inside it’s worth taking a look at the homes and style of buildings that used to dot the Patuxent. Tobacco was the economic engine of Southern Maryland until 1998 when 86% of farmers took the state buyout if they agreed to take tobacco out of production on their farms. The Tobacco
Museum contains tools and history that have been an essential part of Maryland’s culture. Leaning precariously, the Duckett Cabin will make kids appreciate their bedrooms. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent at Jackson’s Landing on weekends. It’s easy to get them into the water and there are miles of paddling available without going far from the landing. There are over 100 species of fish native to the Patuxent including bass, catfish, chain pickerel, and bluefish. You may also spot evidence of beavers as you come across their dams. This park has miles of trails through the woods and along Jug Bay. Dogs are allowed on lease except in the Black Walnut Creek Nature Study Area.. While the trails are marked with blazes on trees, at times it is a little hard to tell which way a trail is headed. Leaving from the Visitors Center we took the red/ purple trail which looped through old growth trees for about 3.5 miles. It is very quiet and peaceful on the trails with few people on them. An all-terrain stroller will probably be able to pass through the trails. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Patuxent with a visit to Patuxent River Park.
QUICK LOOK AT PATUXENT RIVER PARK 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 PatuxentRiverPark.com ADMISSION FREE PARKING FREE RESTROOMS YES
PETS ON A LEASH BUT NOT ALLOWED IN THE BLACK WALNUT CREEK NATURE STUDY AREA
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ou’ve voted and the results are in! We are excited to announce our Family Favorites for 2021. There are so many great recommendations on Date Night restaurants, consignment shops, music lessons, pet boarding, and more! Looking for that perfect spot to shop local and find a great gift?
Or perhaps you need a great car mechanic? We have rounded up the top nominations in everything from automotive care, to self care salons and spas, the best place for brunch and ice cream, and financial advice. Family Favorites has all you need to find that perfect place to shop, eat, play and live!
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2021 Family Favorites Family Dining FAVORITE RESTAURANT
FAVORITE KIDS' MENU
FAVORITE ICE CREAM
FAVORITE CRAB CAKES
Lewnes Steakhouse Annapolis lewnessteakhouse.com
Miss Shirley’s Annapolis, Inner Harbor, Roland Park missshirleys.com
Storm Bros. Ice Cream Factory Annapolis, stormbros.com
Boatyard Bar & Grill Annapolis boatyardbarandgrill.com
Kilwins Annapolis Annapolis kilwins.com/stores/ kilwins-annapolis
The Point Crab House and Grill Arnold thepointcrabhouse.com
Annapolis Ice Cream Company Annapolis annapolisicecream.com
Hellas Restaurant & Lounge Millersville hellasrestaurantandlounge.com
Osteria 177 Annapolis osteria177.com Café Mezzanotte Severna Park cafemezzanotte.com
Garry’s Grill Severna Park garrysgrill.com Park Tavern Severna Park parktavernsp.com
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FAVORITE BRUNCH
FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR
FAVORITE DATE NIGHT
Lemongrass Annapolis, Arnold lemongrassannapolis.com
Iron Rooster Annapolis, Baltimore, Cockeysville ironroosterallday.com
Vida Taco Annapolis, Severna Park vidatacobar.com
Vin 909 Annapolis vin909.com
Nova Sushi Bar and Asian Fusion Edgewater novasushi.com
Grump’s Café Annapolis, Crofton grumpscafe.com
Harvest Thyme Tavern Davidsonville harvestthymetavern.com
Melting Pot Annapolis meltingpot.com/annapolis-md
Eggcellence Annapolis eggcellencebrunchery.com
Level Annapolis levelannapolis.com
Tsunami Annapolis tsunamiannapolis.com
Old Stein Inn Edgewater oldstein-inn.com
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2021 Family Favorites Family Life
SALON AND SPA
KID’S HAIRCUTS
GYM AND FITNESS CENTER
REALTOR
Bubbles Annapolis, Columbia, Gambrills bubblessalons.com
Pigtails & Crewcuts Annapolis pigtailsandcrewcuts.com/annapolis
Chesapeake Health and Fitness Deale chesfitclub.com
The David Orso Team, Compass Real Estate Severna Park davidorso.com
Image Creators Severna Park imagecreatorssalonandspa.com
Hair Cuttery Annapolis, Gambrills, Glen Burnie, Hanover, Pasadena, Severna Park haircuttery.com
Evolutions Annapolis evolutionsannapolis.com
Noah Kaye, Coldwell Banker Realty Gambrills coldwellbanker.com
Capistrano Barbershop Annapolis capistranobarbershop.com
Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi Arnold jingying.org
Caprika Realty Crownsville caprikarealty.com
Varuna Salon Spa Annapolis varunasalonspa.com
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CONSIGNMENT SHOP
FINANCIAL PLANNERS
AWESOME AUTO REPAIR
Whimsicality Annapolis shopwhimsicality.com
Savvy Consignment Severna Park savvyconsignment.com
CovingtonAlsina Annapolis covingtonalsina.com
Auto Tech Car Care Bowie autotechcarcare.com
The Cottage Annapolis, Severna Park shopthecottage.com
Jason LaBarge, Premier Once Upon a Child Ellicott City, Gambrills, Glen Burnie Planning Group Annapolis onceuponachild.com jasonlabarge.com
Redds Automotive Annapolis reddsauto.com
The Painted Cottage Edgewater thepaintedcottagemd.com
Wee-Sale Children’s Consignment Sale Glen Burnie,, wee-sale.com
Severna Park Automotive Severna Park severnaparkautomotive.com
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2021 Family Favorites Enrichment TUTORING
DANCE LESSONS
THEATER
Mathnasium Annapolis, Severna Park mathnasium/Annapolis.com
Spark Dance Studio Crownsville, Millersville, Severna Park sparkdancecenter.com
Children’s Theater of Annapolis Annapolis
Summit School Edgewater thesummitschool.org
1. Whimsicality specializes in unique gifts, furniture, and accessories.
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2. Pigtails and Crewcuts makes your kids haircuts just plane awesome!
Arthur Murray Arnold, Crofton, Edgewater arthurmurray.com
Severna Park Tutoring and Educational Advocacy Severna Park sptutor.org
3. Children's Theatre of Annapolis gets ready to rock as they decorate their wardrobe for their Camp Rock Summer production.
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4. Tuition at Thrive Gymnastics includes unlimited morning play time, which these kids happen to love! 5. Pictured are some Artworks Studios creations during their Animal Camp Week.
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MARTIAL ARTS
GYMNASTICS
DRAWING/ART/PAINTING
MUSIC LESSONS
A.J. Bartlinski’s Karate Supercenter Glen Burnie, ajkarate.com
Thrive Gymnastics Annapolis, Arnold thrivegymnastics.com
Artworks Studio Annapolis artworksstudio.info
Rattle & Roll Annapolis, Arnold rocktherattle.com
Kwons Taekwondo Severna Park masterkwontkd.com
My Gym Annapolis mygym.com/annapolis
ArtFarm Annapolis artfarmannapolis.com
Maryland Hall Annapolis marylandhall.org
Artsy Partsy Pasadena artsypartsy.net
Music Together Chesapeake Edgewater, Severna Park musictogetherchesapeake.com
Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi Arnold, jingying.org
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OUTDOOR PLAY SPOT Calvert Cliffs State Park Lusby dnr.maryland.gov
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Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks • -Broadneck Park • -Davidsonville Park • -Kinder Farm • -Lake Waterford • -Quiet Waters Park aacounty.org/departments/ recreation-parks/parks Watkins Regional Park Upper Marlboro mncppc.org/3204/WatkinsRegional-Park INDOOR PLAY PLACE The Playseum Annapolis, Bethesda playseum.com Mission Escape Rooms Annapolis, Hanover, Waugh Chapel missionescaperooms.com
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Chesapeake Children’s Museum Annpolis theccm.org
FAVORITE PARTY PLACE Rolly Pollies Severna Park rollypolliesmaryland.com Artworks Studio Annapolis artworksstudio.info Mission Escape Rooms Annapolis, Hanover, Waugh Chapel missionescaperooms.com
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2021 Family Favorites Pets
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BEST VET Bay Country Veterinary Hospital Annapolis, Crownsville baycountryvets.com Hoffman Animal Hospital Annapolis hoffmanah.com Greater Annapolis Veterinary Hospital Annapolis greaterannapolisveterinary hospital.com
BEST PET BOARDING Dogwood Acres Davidsonville dogwoodacres.com
1. This Calvert Cliffs photo shows off just a slice of beauty you'll see at this top voted
Happy Tails Pet Resort Crownsville happytailspetresort.com Dog Thrive Annapolis, Gambrills dogthrive.com
outdooor play space. 2. The Playseum has amazing set ups throughout, our favorite has to be the pet spa or the bake shop! 3. There's always a puppy party going on over at Dogwood Acres!
PET GROOMER Dirty Paws Dog Spa Edgewater dirtypawsdogspa.com The Sudsy Puppy Crofton, Severna Park thesudsypuppy.net Cozy Canine Camp Crownsville cozycaninecamp.com
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By Laura Adams Boycourt
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OVID-19 has affected nearly every facet of the K-12 educational experience, and school sports programs are no exception. Despite the challenges, regional athletic departments have worked to make the best of a difficult reality and learned valuable lessons along the way. Here’s a look at what the experience has been like for several Chesapeake-area schools and why they’re optimistic about upcoming seasons.
Adjustments to the Game Plan
Keith Powell, Activities and Athletic Director at Patuxent High School, says the 2021 spring season kept the athletes and coaching staff on their toes as precautions and rules shifted almost constantly. There were “so many changes, and as soon as we got comfortable with certain guidelines, new ones were given to us,” he says. Key School’s Athletic Director Brian
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Boyd says the Obezags were able to complete most of the spring season, but with numerous precautions. “We certainly had to be mindful of COVID throughout the season, with more frequent cleaning, no shared water, and masks any time players or personnel were not actively playing,” says Boyd. “Perhaps the biggest challenge related to COVID was keeping everyone’s mental health up as much as possible.” The Gunston School was able to have some level of participation in all three sports seasons, but Athletic Director Josh Breto says it wasn’t without adherence to the necessary safety precautions.
A Team Effort
Powell says that despite the uncertainties and changing guidance, “all of our teams made it to the end, and I’m very proud of that. This accomplishment is due directly to the focus of our coaches and our athletes.”
At Gunston, it was “communication, adaptability, and teamwork from our wonderful and dedicated coaches, student-athletes, and families were key in allowing for a safe and successful return to athletics in all three seasons this year,” says Breto. “As a result, being able to provide our graduating seniors and their families a spring season that felt relatively normal was hugely important to the school and we are all grateful for that.” Mindful of the need to strictly limit crowds at sporting events, the Key School athletic department established a new habit that it hopes to continue. “Obviously, we wanted families and friends to be able to watch the games, so we made a point of videotaping every game (including every individual tennis match) and shared these videos with our families and our opponents,” Boyd says. “This is something that worked so well that we will likely continue the practice moving forward.” At South River High School, Athletic
Director David Klingel says “the most challenging aspect was squeezing two seasons into a time frame where one is traditionally played,” adding that several sports had to be shut down to the frustration of athletes, coaches, and parents. Despite the challenges fielded by the South River sports program, the coaching staff pulled together to make the best out of a unique situation. “The coaches were wonderful throughout the process,” says Klingel. “They followed the protocols to the best of their ability and made the seasons enjoyable for the athletes.”
Moving the Ball Forward
“We are very optimistic that this fall we will be back to normal,” says Powell, noting that he’s sure athletes— especially seniors—are ready for a sense of normalcy. Boyd says he’s also “cautiously optimistic” that Key will see a full season of games come fall. “A good deal will depend on how many student-athletes are vaccinated and the local metrics for COVID,” he
says, adding that he suspects certain safety measures will endure. “I can imagine that we might continue to socially distance and separate restrooms by team and limit the sharing of equipment in order to minimize contact. Little things, like physically shaking hands after games, might continue to be replaced by other ways of showing appreciation for our opponents.” No matter which precautions remain in place, Boyd says there’s been a shift in how many of the athletes and staff think about their time together. “I think the biggest difference in sports in the immediate future will be gratitude. I saw how happy and grateful students and coaches were this spring to be able to play the games they love with their friends. I expect that this is something that will continue for a little while.” Ronnie Vesnaver, Soccer and Lacrosse Coach at Gunston, found that sports were an essential outlet for students during a difficult time. “This past year has shown me in a very tangible way how important
extracurriculars are for our students not just for their own enrichment, but also for their mental health and sense of wholeness,” he says. This year, Vesnaver wants to harness that power. “Moving forward, we’re hoping to structure in more traditions and bonding amongst the team on and off the field in order to create a more cohesive and inspired group of players.” For Juan Angarita, Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach at Gunston, there are finite takeaways from last year that he hopes to carry into the upcoming athletic seasons: “that we should be thankful for every moment we get to practice and play together,” and “to use our COVID experience as a motivator to build resilience and know we can quickly recover from mistakes and challenging times.” No matter what the future may hold for these sports programs, it’s no mystery that the coaches and athletics staff are heartened by the determination of their players and have plenty of reasons to be optimistic.
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Managing Screen Time
It starts with Mom and Dad By Janet Jefferson
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creen management was challenging before the pandemic but since March 2020 parents are left fighting a losing battle. According to a 2019 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, children aged 8-12 spent an average of 4.5 hours a day on screens, while teens aged 13-18 spent 6.5 hours a day. The pandemic has made those numbers rise fast. The New York Times reported, children’s screen time had doubled by May 2020 as compared to the same time period a year earlier, according to Qustodio, a company that tracks usage on tens of thousands
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of devices used by children, ages 4 to 15, worldwide. Not only have children been relying on screens for academic purposes but also social and entertainment reasons. All of this extra screen time has consequences. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry states that too much screen time can lead to sleep issues, weight problems, mood swings, increased isolation, reduced physical activity, academic challenges, poor self-image, and an inability to relax and have fun without a screen. Chesapeake Family spoke with Anne Bryan, mother of four sons, former member of the Beaverton School Board, and CEO of Circle, a company that specializes in solutions for screen time management.
CF: Has screen time increased for all age groups? AB: Screen times across all age groups really have increased.
Things that are just mind blowing to say out loud are happening, [such as] online preschool. We know that it’s been particularly affecting teens in a very personal way. They need to be able to communicate with their friends so they are online all the time, but they are also more prone to feeling anxiety and depression. All age groups have seen a few pounds get added on, you are more likely to have symptoms of obesity or be more likely to have unhealthy behaviors. Less sleep is happening across all age groups because you are online more
and it is distracting. We are really seeing these negative health benefits across all ages with a particular pain point at the teenage years.
CF: Can you tell us just a little bit about your company, Circle? How does it work and what are users getting out of it?
AB: Circle is really designed to be able to provide families
with the tools they need to create the home internet solution that they want. We provide parents the information about where usage is happening, when it is happening, and then also the ability to set time limits. Everyone needs [a time limit] and [sometimes we need] to be able to just pause the internet for all devices for a time, [for example], if you want family dinners to be device free. We also provide a new feature, pandemic inspired, called focus time, which makes it so that you can have your online tools available to do the work that you need. During my focus time, I stay off of Instagram, online games, news sites, things that are not critical for me to get my work done. But I can get on and access all of my emails, slack, zoom, those kinds of tools.
CF: I see screen management tools as potentially really useful tools even for adults, because I think so many adults have found themselves in this situation where we often don’t know how to regulate our devices either. We really need to learn and teach ourselves how to use screens appropriately.
AB: As with everything else, we’re the most important model in
our home. It really is helpful for parents to regulate themselves, think about what you are modeling. Everyone does need a bedtime. A screen management tool can help a parent selfmanage so that adults can control themselves, at least get that reminder. [You can see] how long you were on Instagram or Facebook or Candy Crush, whatever happens to be your vice. The [apps] are designed in order to keep you there and to make it hard for you to know how much time you spent there. And they are very good at their job. Especially as we go through this summer, and back to school, you can ask, who do we want to be as a family? A tool like Circle where you can get more information about your usage, set time limits, create focus time, or use a whole house pause if you need it, are really empowering and great reminders of where your limits are and where you want them to be.
CF: What are some suggestions that you have for
summertime screen guidelines, and how might those be different from a virtual or in-person school year?
AB: I always like to start at bedtime and that’s probably
because I need a lot of sleep and I know my kids need a lot of sleep too. Bedtime needs to be set depending on when we all need to be up and going in the morning. I would ask yourself, is our summer schedule going to differ from our during-theschool-year schedule? During the school year, if you are going to be doing online learning, I would really consider how focus time sits at home. Whether it is for homework time or whether it is for during school time, you are going to need to be online
doing things but you don’t want to be distracted. How do you minimize those distractions? Monitoring usage and history, you’ll get a big sense of what the distractions are and when they are happening. Then we can see how to best support our kids in setting up that focus time so that they can get their work done. I really feel like we’re at a great point as we get ready for back to school for us all to say, well, what do we want our new habits to be? The big thing is that parents are powerful. That’s the main thing that I want all parents to know. And screen time is one of those things that a parent needs to model and manage just like your child’s eating habits or your child’s sleep habits. And that’s what a screen time management tool can really do, help parents model and teach in the way that they want to. SEPTEMBER 2021
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Apple Picking in Maryland Go on these a-peel-ing adventures while you can! By Claire Darcy
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oing to an apple orchard is a favorite activity for families, both to pick and to eat! Enjoy a family day trip this fall to an apple orchard where you can pick apples together. Apple crop seasons vary but are generally September through October in Maryland, with some varieties possibly starting in August. Apples will store well and can be eaten in a variety of ways: fresh, cooked, frozen, canned and made into many tasty desserts! Pick your own apples from these Maryland apple orchards for lots of family fun and great
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memories. Be sure to call before heading out to a farm to check for picking schedules and availability. Many orchards allow for you to pick your own apples while others have fresh already picked apples and other produce for sale. Pro tip on how to get the best apples: To pick an apple, roll the fruit upwards off the branch and give it a twist. Apples ripen from the outside of the tree towards the center, so the apples on the outside branches will be the ripest. Once picked, they stop ripening. And that's the perfect time to eat your "apple a day!"
CECIL COUNTY
Milburn Orchards
CARROLL COUNTY
Baugher’s Orchard
HOWARD COUNTY
Larriland Farm
1495 Appleton Rd, Elkton. 410-398-1349, milburnorchards.com Visit their website for apple varieties and ripening dates.
1015 Baugher Rd, Westminster, 410-857-0111, baughers.com Baugher’s Orchard and Farm Market has over 600 acres of fruits, vegetables, and activities.
2415 Woodbine Rd, Woodbine, 301-854-6110, pickyourown.com Over a dozen apple varieties plus other seasonal produce to pick and enjoy.
HARFORD COUNTY
QUEEN ANNE COUNTY
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Lohr’s Orchard
3212 Snake Lane. Churchville, 410-836-2783, lohrsorchard.com Lohr’s Orchard offers apples, fresh produce and seasonal fresh pressed cider.
Kent Fort Farm
135 Eastern Lane, Stevensville, 410-643-1650, facebook.com/ kentfortfarm Pick your own Gingergold Apples and other fresh produce and vegetables.
Butler’s Orchard
22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, 301-428-0444, butlersorchard.com A great place to pick your own produce and fruit. Check their website for harvest dates and hours of operation.
Homestead Farm
FREDERICK COUNTY
Gaver Farm
BALTIMORE COUNTY
Shaw’s Orchard
5501 Detrick Road, Mount Airy, 301-865-3515, gaverfarm.com Gaver Farm’s offers many varieties of apples and their trees are trellised so you can pick your own without using ladders.
5594 Norrisville Road, White Hall. 410-692-2429, shaworchards.com Shaw Orchards offers pickyour-own apples and they also sell fresh apples at the market.
Rock Hill Orchard
2526 Proctor Lane, Baltimore. 410-668-4488, weberscidermillfarm.com A great stop for pick-your-own (PYO) for tons of produce and fruits.
28600 Ridge Rd, Mount Airy, 240-207-3732, rockhillorchard.com Rock Hill has over 30 varieties of apples in their orchard.
Weber’s Cider Mill Farm
15604 Sugarland Rd, Poolesville, 301-977-3761, homestead-farm.net A great location for picking your own produce and fruits, including delicious apples.
Kingsbury’s Orchard
19415 Peachtree Rd, Dickerson. 301-972-8755, kingsburyorchard.com Has plenty of fresh produce and when in ripening season you will find apples and pears.
Lewis Orchards
18901 Peach Tree Rd, Dickerson. 301-349-4101, lewisorchardfarmmarket.com Stocks a range of fresh fruits, vegetable, and pies.
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Wild, Wonderful West Virginia Explore America’s Newest National Park: The New River Gorge By Katie Riley
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n a camping trip to West Virginia as a kid, I learned the meaning of the great outdoors. Rafting down the New River, I can still recall the heart-pumping anticipation of the next big rapid, and hiking to rocky outcroppings yielded mountain views as far as the eye could see. The trip was filled with the kind of wonder and adventure that every kid should experience on vacation, and the beauty of West Virginia stayed with me long after I left. Today, West Virginia still holds the same appeal: unspoiled landscapes, stunning scenery and an abundance of recreational activities for families. The state has always been a draw for travelers, but it now boasts something else to entice visitors: America’s newest national park. The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is a 70,000acre wilderness bordering the New River in Southwestern West Virginia. Despite its name, the New River is one of the oldest
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family fun rivers in the world and the gorge contains the most diverse flora in all of Appalachia. Often called the ‘Grand Canyon of the East,’ the gorge is nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains, surrounded by lush forests and hilly terrain. The park is also home to the often photographed, 876-foot tall New River Gorge Bridge, the world’s second longest arch bridge.
Recreational Opportunities
“It’s a stunning park and truly worthy of its National Park designation,” says Eve West, Chief of Interpretation, Visitors Services and Cultural Resources for the park. While the park’s natural beauty plays a starring role, it’s the diverse recreational opportunities that make it a great destination, especially as more families seek outdoor experiences during the pandemic. “Covid has introduced a new generation to the outdoors; it’s a wonderful opportunity for families to get the kids away from the devices and that’s what parks are all about,” West says. Biking, hiking, fishing, climbing and river rafting are just a few of the activities that draw families to the park. Adventures on the Gorge, one of the New River Gorge area’s biggest outfitters, offers rafting and hiking trips, zipline tours and fishing excursions for families with kids of all ages. Adventures on the Gorge is also a resort with a pool, two restaurants and more than 140 accommodations ranging from glamping tents to luxury cabins. Owned by native West Virginians, the company has roots in the area since 1974, and specializes in unique adventures that can’t be found anywhere else. “Every one of our activities is based outdoors and they are a great way for families to try new things,” says Roger Wilson, CEO of Adventures on the Gorge. “Our excursions are always safe and fun, but they can also be a real bonding experience,” Wilson says. “The pride on a family’s face when they’ve completed a rafting trip is priceless.”
Outdoor Fun
With 53 miles of free-flowing whitewater, rafting is the most popular activity in the park. The upper part of the river is calmer, and a good bet for families who want to raft or canoe calmer waters, while the lower part of the river boasts Class III-V rapids that drop more than 650 feet in a 25-mile span. In the fall when the Summersville Lake Dam is released, the rapids become so challenging that rafters from all over the world descend on the area to experience them. Rafting isn’t the only thrilling activity in the park. For adrenaline junkies, the New River Gorge area is nirvana. Adventures on the Gorge has multiple zipline tours and aerial adventures for all ages. The Timbertrek aerial course features obstacles, ropes and bridges that kids as young as four can tackle, while the treetops canopy zipline tour for older kids boasts ten different ziplines and swinging skybridges. For the truly adventurous, the gravity zipline is a 1.5 mile zip course where riders can reach speeds of up to sixty miles per hour.
If death-defying heights don’t scare you, try the New River Gorge Bridge walk. Walk across the bridge on a two-foot-wide catwalk while strapped to a harness and clipped to a steel safety cable for an experience that will take your breath away. Hiking is one of the best ways to see the park up close, especially in the fall as the area’s foliage turns a brilliant yellow and orange. Home to more than 100 miles of hiking trails, the park offers trails of varying difficulty. The best trail for families it the Long Point Trail, an easy 1.6 mile loop that ends at the top of a rocky overlook with views of the New River Gorge Bridge. Fishing is also a great way to calmly experience the area’s waters. Area streams are teeming with trout, while the Gauley and New Rivers have premier smallmouth bass, walleye, catfish, and muskie.
Culture and Education
In addition to the variety of outdoor pursuits in the park, families should take advantage of the abundance of cultural and educational opportunities in the area. The Canyon Rim Visitors Center on Route 19, just north of Fayetteville has exhibits, photographs, and videos on the New River Gorge’s rich Appalachian history and artistic traditions. Kids can also learn about the coal mining that dominated the region for much of the nineteenth and twentieth century. For a unique experience, drive to the nearby town of Beckley for Exhibition Coal Mine, an interactive museum where families can ride on a coal train down a real coal mine, while learning about the industry from retired coal miners. The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve has long been a destination for adventurers seeking thrills on its rivers and mountains, but America’s 63rd National Park is more than just a pretty place. “It’s exciting to see more people enjoying the natural beauty and recreational resources we have to offer,” Wilson says. “But I think what will surprise people the most is the culture of West Virginia—the friendliness of the people, the history of the area, and the way of life that is deeply embedded in our state. It’s a special place.” SEPTEMBER 2021
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TONS OF FUN THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH VIRTUAL EVENT
OUTSIDE EVENT
SENSORY FRIENDLY EVENT
September Calendar - check in advance for any changes due to COVID
Ongoing Events 17TH ANNUAL DC JAZZFEST
Sept. 1-5. 7-10 p.m. 25+ concerts, interviews and other exclusive content featuring international superstars and homegrown talent alike. Washington, DC. Dcjazzfest.org ANNUAL FIREMAN’S CARNIVAL
Sept. 3 - 11. 6-11 p.m. Have 8 crazy nights of carnival fun. Free. Gamber Fire Co. Carnival Grounds, Finksburg. Gambervfd.org ANNAPOLIS CITY DOCK CONCERT SERIES
Sept. 3, 5, 10, 17, 19, 26. Free. Join friends and neighbors at Annapolis City Dock this summer for live music. Check website for concert times. Annapolis City Dock, Annapolis. Annapolis.gov SEPTEMBER FREE CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26. 4-6 p.m. Free concerts in Hatton Regester Green every Sunday in September. Events are cancelled for weather events. Hatton Regester Green Gazebo, Severna Park. friendsofaatrails.org DINOSAUR PARK OPEN DAYS
Sept. 4 & 18. The Dinosaur Park in Laurel is only open two days every month so visit on Sat. 4 or Sat. 18. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinosaur Park, Laurel. pgparks.com/calendar.aspx?EID=17329
Friday Sept. 3 PATTY FEST AT JEFFERSON PATTERSON PARK AND MUSEUM
This event is packed with local food, beverage, clothing, crafts, and vendors. 2-9 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM), Saint Leonard. md-calvertcountyedc.civicplus.com
Saturday Sept. 4 9TH ANNUAL ROCKVILLE ARTS FESTIVAL
Sept. 4-5. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Artisan crafts, fine art, performing arts. Rockville. Rockvilleartsfestival.org ZOOBOP AT THE MARYLAND ZOO
The Big Bounce SEPT 3,4,5,6 AND 10,11,12
Come check out the world's biggest bounce house in DC! An action-packed day out suitable for all ages and featuring some of the most unique and exciting custom-built inflatable attractions ever made. Sneakers off, and party on! One ticket gets you 3 hours of fun. @thebigbounceamerica @rosecroftraceway, DC
Live music, arts and crafts, Animal Ambassadors, food trucks, and Zoo educators who will showcase fun conservation activities. $12-$34. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Maryland Zoo, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
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Sunday Sept. 5 FIRST SUNDAY ARTS FESTIVAL
Where Community and Arts Fuse in Annapolis: enjoy arts, crafts, live entertainment and street-side dining in an outdoor arts festival setting. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. West Street, Annapolis. Firstsundayarts.com
Wednesday Sept. 8 MIGRATION DISCOVERY HIKE
Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature while exploring some of our natural surface trails. Hike is led by a naturalist. 1-2 p.m. Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro. pgparks.com/ calendar.aspx?EID=17221
Friday Sept. 10 ARTS ALIVE!
Celebrate the resurgence of the Arts in Annapolis for a memorable night of cocktails, food, live entertainment and art with our historic façade serving as dramatic backdrops for an unforgettable 6:30-10 p.m. Maryland Hall, Annapolis. MarylandHall.org THE BEACH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: JIMMY KENNY & THE PIRATE BEACH BAND
Grab your beach chairs, umbrellas, blankets and kick-back while enjoying live outdoor performances at MC3's outdoor venue StageOne. $5.00. 5:30-9 p.m. Maryland Cultural and Conference Center, Annapolis. Mc3annapolis.org BUILD A TINY HOUSE
It takes a village! In this workshop, students construct their own tiny houses, which they personalize working in paper-mache,acrylics, and mixed media. 1:30-4:30 p.m. National Mall and Memorial Parks, Washington. si.edu OUTDOOR SKETCH NIGHT
A monthly outdoor gathering for anyone wanting to let loose for an evening of sketching and artistic community. $30.00. 6:30-8 p.m. Gomoljak Block Annapolis' Patio, Annapolis. artfarmannapolis.com MASON-DIXON’S 59TH ANNUAL GAS AND STEAM SHOW
Sept. 10-Sept. 12. Stars & Stripes Pet Corral featuring cows, mini horses, goats, & pigs, Antique tractor and equipment demonstrations. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster. carrollcountytourism.org
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Saturday Sept. 11
Sunday Sept. 12
Tuesday Sept. 14
SAVAGE RACE MARYLAND 2021
48TH ANNUAL CATONSVILLE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
PACA GIRLFRIENDS PARTY
Two course distances (3 and 6 miles) as well as an option for kids. World-class obstacles and the best customer satisfaction in the industry. $22.00 - $121.00. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Hopkins Game Farm, Kennedyville. savagerace.com SLVFD BOURBON & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Bring your family out for live music, local food and beverages, games, and much more. Show your support for our firefighters while enjoying this great event! This is a Covid Safe Festival. $10.00. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. St Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, Saint Leonard. slvfdfest.com
Amazing showcase for artists and crafters in Catonsville's Arts & Entertainment District. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. CAA Park, Catonsville. Catonsville.org MONARCH TAGGING VOLUNTEER
Help support our efforts to tag every Monarch Butterfly that passes through our Glendening Preserve butterfly garden on its way to Mexico this fall. Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary, Lothian. JugBay.org
Enjoy an evening of food, fine wine, friendship, flowers, and fun. 6-9 p.m. William Paca House and Garden, Annapolis. Annapolis.org
Wednesday Sept. 15 ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY FAIR
Sept. 15-19. Carnival rides, exhibits, 4-H animals, entertainment and food. $0.00 - $10.00. 5-10 p.m. AA County Fairgrounds, Crownsville. aacountyfair.org
Thursday Sept. 16 CELEBRATE NATIONAL DANCE DAY
CHART YOUR COURSE
Sept. 16-18. National Dance Day celebrates the joy of dance and movement. Free performances, interactive dance routines and lessons, live music, and more from local D.C. 5:30 p.m. Kennedy Center, Washington. kennedy-center.org
Friday Sept. 17 Our “Chart Your Course” Admissions experience is designed to be as informative as possible - for your child, your family and for our team. We encourage you to chart your course and find out what it’s like to be a Severn Admiral.
BSO PRESENTS TOY STORY IN CONCERT.
Sept. 17-18. 8-10 p.m. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore. my.bsomusic.org.
Saturday Sept. 18 ARTSFEST '21' FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
Join us this October and November for our Lower, Middle and Upper School Open Houses
Sept. 18-19. Socially-distanced arts-filled stroll through the garden. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. mdcalvertcountyedc.civicplus.com ANNUAL POOLESVILLE DAY FESTIVAL
Learn more details at www.severnschool.com/chartyourcourse
Live bands, carnival rides and attractions, shop local artisans and taste award winning food. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bethesda. events. visitmontgomery.com FREE MUSEUM DAY
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Free admission to over 100 museums. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. smithsonianmag.com See page 10 for more info. AFRICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
www.severnschool.com • 410.647.7700 • preschool - grade 12
The first African Heritage Festival is to bring awareness of the African culture, and to educate individuals of the rich heritage's impact in Anne Arundel County, MD. There will be vendors and local businesses of all kinds, music, food, and much more.
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Wednesday Sept. 22 CAR FREE DAY 2021
Commuters are encouraged to take the free pledge to get around without driving alone in cars, and instead use public transportation. 12 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Carfreemetrodc.org
Thursday Sept. 23 FIREKITE CONCERT AT ARUNDEL PRESERVE
The Hotel at Arundel Preserve Concert Series presents Firekite. Live entertainment and food as a part of a free outdoor concert series. 5-8 p.m. Arundel Preserve, Hanover. apconcertseries.com OPEN DAY AT THE FIRE MUSEUM OF MARYLAND
The Fire Museum is having a special mid-week opening. Gleaming fire engines, and working fire alarm, office. Kids' Discovery Room. $7.00 - $15.00. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Fire Museum of Maryland, Lutherville. firemuseummd.org. PARK POLLINATORS
Join a Park Ranger to learn about our park's local pollinators and learn ways to help support these pollinators in your own backward. Free. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kinder Farm Park, Millersville. kinderfarmpark.org
DC BIKE RIDE 2021
KUNTA KINTE HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Live music and dance on two stages, a variety of vendors --arts, education, and food, as well as a children's activity tent. Free. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Susan Campbell Park, Annapolis. kuntakinte.org
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Space and materials are limited. Visitors will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis. For ages 5 and up. 1-4 p.m. Corbin Nature Pavilion, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com Register now for indoor & outdoor classes
MARYLAND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Sept. 25-26. Delicious seafood dishes, exciting competitions, kids activities and more! $0.00 $65.00. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. Abceventsinc.com
2021 CALVERT COUNTY FAIR
Park Rangers and local experts will lead discussions on a different theme, exploring topics about wildlife, conservation, history, survival skills, folklore and more. $5.00. 6:308:30 p.m. Ft. Smallwood, Pasadena. aacounty.org
Sept. 28-Oct. 3. Calvert County Fair is back for 2021. Calvert County Fairground, Prince Frederick. Md-calvertcountyedc.civicplus.com
Saturday Sept. 25
ANIMAL TRACK HIKE
The City of Takoma Park's Annual Play Day is a fun free event for people of all abilities, ages and backgrounds.There is an activity for everyone. Come have your face painted, make a mud pie, climb Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Takoma Park Middle School, Takoma Park. letsplayamerica.org
Two Convenient Locations! 867 Buttonwood Trail Crownsville, MD
TOY BOAT BUILDING
CAMPFIRE CHAT
CITY OF TAKOMA PARK ANNUAL PLAY DAY
Ages 2 - PreK • Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum • Small, Caring Environment • Spanish, Yoga, Sports & Fitness Programs Included • Fully Implemented CDC Guidelines for COVID
Enjoy an evening on the beautiful shore of the Chesapeake Bay. 6 p.m. Bay Ridge Pool, Annapolis. friendslhs.ejoinme.org
Tuesday Sept. 28
Celebrate the diversity of the Burtonsville community at the 30th annual Burtonsville Day parade and festival. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to watch the parade. Free. Burtonsville. montgomeryparks.org
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FRIENDS OF THE LIGHT HOUSE BOUNTIFUL BY THE BAY
Friday Sept. 24
BURTONSVILLE DAY
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stay inspired The National Symphony Orchestra will play the Oscar-winning score of "Black Panther" from Oct. 14-16.
The National Theatre, Washington, DC
Get in the holiday mood beginning Nov. 23 with the touring company of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical", which runs through Dec. 5. After that, movie favorites take to the stage with musical versions of Tootsie (Dec. 7-12) and Pretty Woman (Dec. 28-Jan. 2).
Signature Theatre, Arlington, VA
Newly-named Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner directs "Rent", the 1996 musical that took home four Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize, as it opens on Nov. 2 and runs through Jan. 2, 2022. Taking place in the last years of the 20th century as the AIDS epidemic rages, a group of artists find love, community, and hope during a dark time. Due to adult content, this is best for audiences 13 and up.
Fall Theater Season Performances Resume and we have the 411
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By Kristen Page Kirby
lowly but surely, the area’s curtains are starting to rise again as theaters begin putting on live shows. Some venues are requiring proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID test before allowing patrons in the theater; be sure to read all of the terms and conditions associated with your ticket. After that, sit back and enjoy the shine of the spotlight!
The Kennedy Center, Washington, DC
"Hadestown" is a Broadway smash, taking home eight Tony Awards in 2019. It’s a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus, who travels to the underworld to rescue his love Eurydice. The Kennedy Center is the launchpad for the show’s first national tour; it runs from Oct. 13-31 and is recommended for audiences 8 and up. Movies more of your family’s taste?
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Round House Theatre, Washington, DC
Round House kicks off its season with the regional premiere of "Quixote Nuevo", running Sept. 8-Oct. 23. The retelling of the Don Quixote story is set to lively Tejano music, and keeps the humor and heart from the original front and center.
Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, Annapolis, MD
They’re creepy and they’re kooky; mysterious and spooky— that’s right, they’re "The Addams Family", and they’re taking to the stage in the musical version of the beloved TV show. When Wednesday falls in love with a straight-laced “normal” guy, what is a darkness-loving family to do? The show runs Nov. 5-21.
Toby’s Dinner Theatre, Columbia, MD
Enjoy a meal and a show at Toby’s, which is mounting the classic "Godspell" through Oct. 31. After that, it’s time to get in the holiday mood with "White Christmas", running Nov. 5-Jan. 9. The stage version of the movie is a great way to make your holidays merry and bright.
Capital One Hall, Tyson’s Corner, VA
The musical "Waitress" tells the story of Jenna, a waitress at a small-town diner who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. As she works her way through a difficult situation, she uses her talent for baking pies to express her emotions.. The mouthwatering musical took home four Tony nominations in 2016, and it’s running at the Northern Virginia Theater from Oct. 29-31.
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