February 2012

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Self Defense & Personal Safety Workshop

Children ages 4 to 12 and their parents can attend a two-day workshop to learn some physical self-defense and how to prevent unwanted touching, teasing and name-calling. Part I, which is for parents only, is set for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. February 3. Part II, which is for parents and their children, is scheduled for 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. February 4. The program is hosted by the DC Self Defense Karate Association with the goal of empowering children to escape from emergency situations as quickly as possible. Bancroft Elementary School, Washington, D.C. dcsdka.net

Capital City Mamas Presents
Mama & Me

Mamas with babies ages 0 to 4 months: Capital City Mamas is launching a new info-packed, fresh and fun parenting series at Bloomingdale's in Chevy Chase. Starting March 16, you'll hear from D.C.'s experts on topics ranging from nutrition (for you and baby) to relationships (with your partner, your in-laws and more) to the always-on-the-mind issue of sleep. Attend, learn good stuff and make new friends. Go to capitalcitymamas.com for more information.

Northern Virginia Camp
&
Summer Fun Expo

Save the date! The Northern Virginia Camp & Summer Fun Expo is slated for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  February 25 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. February 26. This two-day event, held at Dulles Town Center, will introduce your family to exciting summer opportunities for kids of all ages, all under one roof! One lucky family will be awarded $500 in tuition toward one of the camp exhibitors.

Camp directors and other interested exhibitors—It's not too late to register for a booth. Don't miss this opportunity to connect to hundreds of parents and children. For exhibitor information, visit washingtonparent.com or contact your advertising representative.

The Washington Auto Show

Escape the cold weather for a day by heading indoors with your child—to The Washington Auto Show!  From January 27 through February 5, explore more than 700 new makes and models from more than 42 manufacturers at the Washington Convention Center. The show will be in high gear all 10 days, with celebrity appearances including WWE superstar Randy Orton and Washington Capitals players Brooks Laich and John Carlson. Tickets are $12 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12 and free for children ages 5 and younger. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C. washingtonautoshow.com

Righttime Medical Care opens Olney location

Righttime Medical Care has award-winning urgent care centers in Rockville and Gaithersburg, and they have just opened their ninth location, in Olney. Open 9 a.m. to midnight, 365 days a year, walk-ins are welcome but same-day appointments are encouraged by calling 888-808-6483 beginning at 7:30 a.m. Board-certified providers compassionately treat patients of all ages for illness and injury, and they offer X-ray and lab services. Most insurance plans are accepted. Righttime’s employees are known for the warmth and energy they bring to the community through participation in neighborhood and charity events. myRighttime.com.