DC Library Kid Events for the week can be found here. There’s a lot to take advantage of, from storytime, yoga and crafts to movies and readers theaters.
Have a Bambino you need to enroll in a Fall class for interaction with other kids? Check out a few of our favorites here.
Carnival rides, monster trucks, live music, animals and more. Sept. 10-16 you can visit Anne Arundel County Fair.
Monday-
9:30am: 9:30am: Harambe at Bloombars
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
Think of it as your little one’s first opportunity to express his or her voice (into a microphone), dance, play a drum or percussion instrument, shout, or sing-along to songs that build character, confidence and community.
9:30am-11:00am: Rise and Rhyme at Busboys and Poets
(5531 Baltimore Ave., Hyattsville, Md. 20781)
Rise + Rhyme is a weekly Busboys and Poets series for local stay-at-home parents and early rising families of all kinds! Featuring performances and stories for children ages 5 and under. This week’s featured performer is Jessica Smith “Culture Queen”.
Tuesday-
10:00am and 11:00am: Mr. Gabe at Takoma Park Maryland Library
(101 Philadelphia Ave. Takoma Park, Md. 20912)
Join the catchy and entertaining Mr. Gabe for “Community Circle Time” for 2 free shows. Become a member of the library while you’re there, if not one already or just stay and read with your little one.
10:00am: Samba Baby at Bloombars (It’s back!!!)
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
It’s never too early to learn the infectious dance of the world’s 5th largest country and there’s no better teacher then Zezeh Zax– a dancer, professional performer of Brazilian samba and founder of the ZEZEH BRAZIL Dance Troupe. Get your baby movin and groovin!
10:00am: Rocking Tot Tuesdays with The Singing Lizard at Bloombars
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
Grab an instrument, get on stage or practice your moves on the dance floor. This is a perfect spot for your little one to move and groove. Suggested donation $7.
11:00am: Storytime at Pottery Barn Kids at Mazza Gallerie
(5300 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, DC 20015)
Kids of all ages are invited to dress from head to toe in their favorite color and enjoy a special story time reading of, The Day the Crayons Quit. Plus, bring your camera and snap a photo of your little one in our crayon photo booth!
Wednesday-
9:30am and 10:15am: Musical Storytime at Noyes Library
(10237 Carroll Place Kensington, MD 20895)
Come Sing With Us! Music is a fun way to learn about sounds, rhythm, rhyme and is a natural support for your child’s early learning. Appropriate for all ages. Only one registration needed per FAMILY. Register online, by phone (240-773-9570) or in any library. Be on time, because we must close the door when we are full. (Doors open five minutes before program start time.)
(5100 Meadowside Ln., Rockville, MD)
Come and discover the bustling world around the Nature Center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home. Please register and pay for all attendees. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 for kids ages 2-3.
10:30am: Boogie Babes at Union Market (Artist not listed on their website yet)
(1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC. 20002)
Access the free market parking lot from 6th Street NE or travel via metro to NoMA-Gallaudet. Come early for coffee and stay for lunch!
5:30pm: !Uno, Dos, Tres con Andres! at BloomBars
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
!Uno, Dos, Tres con Andres! is a sure bet every time. Children of various ages enjoy this interactive show that teaches Spanish language and Latin American culture.
Thursday-
10:00am: Harambe at Bloombars
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
Think of it as your little one’s first opportunity to express his or her voice (into a microphone), dance, play a drum or percussion instrument, shout, or sing-along to songs that build character, confidence and community.
10:30am: Peter Pan Club at College Park Aviation Museum
(1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park 20740)
Come to the Peter Pan Club for pre-school fun! Ideal for little learners up to five years old, the club includes story-time and hands-on craft activities. To schedule a group larger than 10, please call the museum to make a private group reservation. Free with museum admission, best for kids 5 and under.
10:30am-11:30am: Snugglers at the United States Botanic Garden
(100 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20001- Conservatory Garden Court)
Do you have a tiny treasure in a snuggly? Looking for ways to get out of the house, and learn? Join us each Thursday for a 45-minute guided tour of the Conservatory. Each week will be a different exploration. This program is designed for parents and care providers who have a tiny one in a snuggly. Please note: Due to narrow paths and the nature of this program, they cannot support strollers or older siblings.
10:30am-11:15am: Hillwood Estate Preschool Program: Fanciful Heroes
(4155 Linnean Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008)
Hunt for dragons, make a hero’s cape, and explore a fantastical world of adventure. Experience the wonder of Hillwood with your preschooler! Explore a new mansion room each week of this three-part series through make believe, art projects, and imaginative play. $30 per child (age 2-5) with one accompanying adult; $25 member; $15 additional adults. (Price listed is for three-class series. For single class: $12 per child; $10 member.) Limited to 10 children ages 2-5, each with one accompanying adult. Please call ahead to register: 202.686.5807.
10:30am: Boogie Babes at Eastern Market (Artist not listed on their website yet)
(225 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003)
Our most popular show of the week! Join us at Historic Eastern Market’s North Hall (closest to South Carolina) for a lively concert, grab lunch and shop for dinner. Access to the North Hall via the market for Boogie Babes. Eastern Market Metro is two short blocks away.
10:30am: The Great Zucchini at Jammin Java
(227 Maple Ave E Vienna, VA 22180)
Get tickets here for The Great Zucchini, Washington’s funniest and most magical preschool and kindergarten entertainer, performs a colorful magic show where every child is a star and guaranteed to laugh. Experience the excitement of the children when they get to learn a magic trick at the end of show.
Friday-
The Great Frederick Fair begins and runs through Sept. 20. The fair began as a livestock fair and now has more of a carnival flare, appealing to families with music and rides.
10:00am: Songs, stories & puppets at Bloombars
(3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC. 20010)
30 minutes of storytelling, dancing, singing and entertainment just for kids under 5.
10:30am: The Grandsons Jr at Jammin Java
(227 Maple Ave E Vienna, VA 22180)
The Grandsons, Jr., is the kids band version of DC-area roots rock superstars, The Grandsons. Kids and their parents will dig the upbeat mix of rock, swing, New Orleans R&B, country, latin music we call Americana. Over the past 25 years performing as The Grandsons, the band has noticed that many of their songs resonate with the younger crowd. As the grandsons, Jr., they combine new material learned especially for the younger set, with Grandsons tunes that have always been popular with the kids. Tickets are $5.
10:30am: Boogie Babes at Atlas Performing Arts(Artist not listed on their website yet)
(1333 H Street NE Washington, DC. 20002)
Join us at the ATLAS Performing Arts Center along the H Street Corridor. Snack bar and bathrooms are easily accessible. Lots of good and kid-friendly lunch options within one to three blocks!
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