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FEB 3 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Participate in hands-on aviation-themed activities. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Children's Self Defense Workshop. Ages 4 to 12 with parents. Feb 3: Parent's only intro from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb 4: Parents and children learn to stop unwanted touching and teasing, as well as physical self-defense. $$ Bancroft Elementary School, Washington, D.C..
Concert: Ernesto Bravo and Jose Sacin. All ages. 7:30 p.m. This Latin American musical duo will entertain as a part of the Passport to the World performance series. $$ Artspace Falls Church, Falls Church.
Create Your Own Checkerboard Pieces. Ages 5 and older. 7 p.m. Sculpt and decorate your own checker board game pieces. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, Washington, D.C..
Klondike Campfire Cookout. Ages 3 and older. 6 p.m. Prepare a meal with your family using the centuries old method of Dutch Oven cooking. Registration required. $$ Riverbend Park, Great Falls.
Moonwalk. Ages 5 and older. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Experience the forest by moonlight and learn about earth's satellite. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Mouse on the Move. Ages 1 to 5. 10:30 and 11:45 a.m. Nellie and Amelia are two adventurous mice who travel to the moon! Children will help the actors tell the story in this play. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Nimbaya! Women Master Drummers of Guinea. All ages. 10:15 a.m. and noon. The world famous women's drum and dance company returns to the U.S, breaking age-old social and political barriers. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Ponderings: Winter. Ages 5 to 11. 4:30 p.m. Discover the wildlife around you by meeting live animals and conducting field studies. Today's theme: winter hike. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
Tales from Mother Africa. Ages 2 to 16. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Join Kenyan poet, singer, storyteller and dancer Anna Mwalagho as we celebrate Black History Month. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D.C..
FEB 4 Saturday
All About Raptors. Ages 2 and older. 10 a.m. Meet hawks and owls as you learn all about raptors. $$ Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro.
Arts & Crafts for Children. Ages 12 and younger. 1 to 3 p.m. Create a variety of arts and crafts in celebration of Black History Month. North Brentwood Community Center, North Brentwood.
Black History Month Family Day. All ages. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with crafts, live music and hands-on activities. Multiple Smithsonian Locations, Washington, D.C..
Celebrate La Chandeleur. All ages. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. La Chandeleur, or Crepe Day, is celebrated in France with food and games. Hillwood will be doing the same, so join in the fun! $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, Washington, D.C..
Children's Self Defense Workshop. Ages 4 to 12 with parents. Feb 3: Parent's only intro from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb 4: Parents and children learn to stop unwanted touching and teasing, as well as physical self-defense. $$ Bancroft Elementary School, Washington, D.C..
Civil War Discovery: Winter Soldiering. Ages 7 to 11. 2 to 3 p.m. Do some winter marching, make some hardtack and set up camp. Registration required. $$ CF Smith Park, Arlington.
Dramagami. Ages 7 and older. 10 a.m. When you combine drama and origami, you get dramagami! Combine the tradition of paper arts with storytelling, and let your imagination go wild. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, Washington, D.C..
Family Awesome Concert Series. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. Musicians and storytellers Kim and Reggie Harris combine folk, gospel, classical, rock, jazz and pop into one concert. $$ Takoma Park Community Center, Takoma Park.
Family Fun: Valentine Workshop. All ages. 2 to 3 p.m. Learn fact and fiction about Cupid, then make a Valentine for someone special. Registration required. $$ Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria.
Flying Squirrel Lore & More. All ages. 6 to 7:15 p.m. Learn about these nocturnal acrobats and then go outside to try and spot one. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Fox Family in Winter. Ages 4 and older. 11:30 a.m. Find out what fox families do in winter, then look for dens on a half-mile hike. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Gemstone Club: Amethyst. Ages 7 to 11. 11:30 a.m. Budding geologists can learn about birthstones, examine polished gems and learn about mining. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Improvfest. Ages 9 to 18. 4:30 to 9 p.m. This program for the acting-inclined starts with an improv workshop and ends with a public performance. $$ Theatre On The Run, Arlington.
In Every Language Love. All ages. 2 p.m. Enjoy a slideshow of images of love in Asian art, then use stamps that say "love" to make valentines. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
Make Red, White and Blue Valentines. All ages. Noon to 2:30 p.m. Drop by to make a valentine for a friend and one to send to American military personnel. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Trip. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with a visit to the new Martin luther King, Jr. Memorial in D.C. and a visit to Ben's Chili Bowl. Registration required. $$ Leaves from multiple locations, in Prince George's.
Miss Electricity. All ages.10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ten-year-old Violet gets struck by lightning twice and is suddenly in control of all things electric. Will the power go to her head? $$ Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton.
Monster Mash. Ages 5 and older. 10:30 a.m. Watch animated shorts about fun-loving monsters. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Mouse on the Move. Ages 1 to 5. 10:30 and 11:45 a.m. Nellie and Amelia are two adventurous mice who travel to the moon! Children will help the actors tell the story in this play. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Mutts Gone Nuts. All ages. 3 p.m. Watch doggie backflips, dogs on a tight rope and dogs doing comedy! This is a show all kids (and parents) will love. $$ Lyon Park Community Center, Arlington.
Observe and Create at the Kreeger. Ages 8 to 12. 10 a.m. to noon. This program, "Conversations with Space: A Sculpture Exploration," lets students create a replica of a sculpture using wire, wood and found objects. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
RTTs in Concert. All ages. 10 a.m. Kid-friendly rockers take on The Avalon, featuring hits, "Snack Time" and "Kindergarten Rocks!" $$ The Avalon, Washington, D.C..
Sparkling Snowflakes. Ages 2 and older. 3 to 4 p.m. Learn how people study snow and how "Snowflake Bentley" took his first snow crystal photograph. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
SteveSongs in Concert. All ages. 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. PBS Kids' Mr. Steve and his band blend stories and melodies together to create an interactive concert experience. $$ Jammin' Java, Vienna.
Super Bowl Pre-Game Warm-Up. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Warm up for the big game by doing practice drills, playing paper football and making fan gear. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
The Fisherman and His Wife. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. When a poor fisherman catches a magical fish that grants wishes, his wife gets overwhelmed by her many desires. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10:30 a.m. Interact one-on-one with your child as you both discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Tiny Tots: Old McDonald's Farm. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Winterfest Children's Carnival. All ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family-friendly event supports the Learning Center for Young Children at the church. Activities include a performance by The Banjo Man, moon bounce and face painting. $$ Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, Kensington.
Wolf Scout Badge Fest. All ages. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wolf Scouts can earn one to four badges by walking trails, meeting live animals and cleaning up the outdoors. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
FEB 5 Sunday
19th Century Hearth Cooking. All ages. 1 to 4 p.m. Watch a cooking demonstration of food prepared over an open hearth. Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro.
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 11. 1 to 3 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Birds Around Us. Ages 8 and older. 10 a.m. Examine feathers, beaks and nests as you learn all about birds. $$ Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly.
Concert: Who's on First Bass?. Ages 6 and older. 2 p.m. Sports and classical music are linked in this interactive concert that encourages teamwork and communication. $$ Colvin Run Mill, Great Falls.
Family Concert: Asteria. Ages 7 and older. 1 p.m. Asteria brings the songs of medieval Burgundy to life through instruments, singing and a talk. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the museum to create masks you can wear and containers for your personal treasures. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
In Every Language Love. All ages. 2 p.m. Enjoy a slideshow of images of love in Asian art, then use stamps that say "love" to make valentines. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
Monster Mash. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. Watch animated shorts about fun-loving monsters. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tales from the Andes. All ages. 2 p.m. Latin musicians Raymi team up with Creative Cauldron artists for a family-friendly story theater. Part of the Passport to the World performance series. $$ Artspace Falls Church, Falls Church.
FEB 6 Monday
African Masks Ceramic Workshop. Ages 6 to 12. 7 p.m. Explore the religious and ceremonial meanings of African masks in this ceramics workshop. $$ Beltsville Community Center, Beltsville.
Feeding Day!. Ages 2 and older. 3 p.m. The Walney display animals are hungry! Learn how to feed them, then make a birdfeeder to take home. $$ Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly.
Forest Fledglings. Ages 3 to 6. 9:45 a.m. Stories, crafts and nature activities lead to outdoor exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Garden Sprouts: Love is in the Air. Ages 3 to 5. 11 a.m. Make a valentine treat for someone special. $$ Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria.
Hodge Podge Lodge. Ages 3 to 6. 1 to 2 p.m. With games, stories, dancing and more, you'll never be bored! $$ Snow Hill Manor, Laurel.
Little Acorns. Ages 2 to 4. 11 a.m. Experience the wonders of nature through finger plays, stories, activities and exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Nature Quest: Winter. Ages 3 to 7. 10 a.m. Learn about local animal species, hands-on and in the field. Today's theme: Coping with Cold. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
Night Hike. Ages 8 and older. Hike under the moon while listening for night creatures. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
FEB 7 Tuesday
Book of the Month: The Big Orange Splot. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Participate in an interactive reading of Daniel Pinkwater's story, and learn how one house can change a neighborhood. $$ National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
Full Moon Hike. Ages 5 and older. 7 to 8 p.m. Wander the woods in the moonlight. $$ Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda.
History of Hip-Hop. All ages. 10:15 a.m. and noon. Philadelphia-based hip-hop dance company IllStyle & Peace Productions brings a positive message of self-expression. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Squirrel's Scavenger Hunt. Ages 3 to 5. 3:30 p.m. Bundle up for a winter walk! Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Interact one-on-one with your child as you both discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Toddler Tuesdays: Under the Sea. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy "scuba diving," games and art as you learn about life under the sea. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
FEB 8 Wednesday
Brookside Tot Times: The Red Scarf. Ages 2 to 3. 3 to 4 p.m. This puppet show tells the story of animals finding a red scarf left in the meadow. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
The New Year of Trees. Ages 6 and older. 4 p.m. Go for a walk to meet some of Arlington's champion trees, then enjoy some tree-themed games and crafts. Registration required. $$ CF Smith Park, Arlington.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Interact one-on-one with your child as you both discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Wild Ones: Red Fox, Grey Fox. Ages 6 to 10. 4 p.m. Which Virginia species is the "foxiest?" Decide for yourself as you follow tracks, feel furs and more. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
FEB 9 Thursday
Nature Detective. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Explore seasonal nature topics through stories, crafts and activities. Registration required. $$ Huntley Meadows Park, Alexandria.
Nature Detectives: Owls. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Learn all about owls through an activity, story and craft. $$ Huntley Meadows Park, Alexandria.
Nature Tots: Winter Birds. Ages 2 to 5. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through nature play, crafts, stories and hikes. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Operation Night Spy. Ages 10 to 13. 7 to 9 p.m. Learn the tricks of the spy trade that help spies work under the cover of darkness--try out everything from night-vision goggles to ultraviolet-light secret messages. $$ Spy Museum, Washington, D.C..
Preschooler Series: Treasure Quest. Ages 2 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Hunt for hidden gems, gold and treasures around the mansion! Program includes an art project, songs and more. $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, Washington, D.C..
Squirrel's Scavenger Hunt. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Bundle up for a winter walk! Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
The Satchell Paige Story. Ages 8 to 18. 10:15 a.m. and noon. This performance tells the story of a baseball legend who effected major changes in sports and government. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
FEB 10 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Participate in hands-on aviation-themed activities. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Globe at Night. All ages. 7 to 8 p.m. This family-friendly astronomy event teaches children how to measure light pollution by observing Orion's Belt. $$ Cub Run RECenter, Chantilly.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Interact one-on-one with your child as you both discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
FEB 11 Saturday
A Friendship Tea. All ages. 2:30 p.m. Dine on fine finger sandwiches and scrumptious pastries as you sip loose leaf teas. Reservations required. $$ Montpelier Mansion, Laurel.
African American Pioneers in Aviation. All ages. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn about the accomplishments of African American aviation pioneers by meeting local Tuskegee Airmen. Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C..
Animal Sweethearts Dance. Ages 3 to 9. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Boogey down at this annual social event. If dancing's not your thing, don't worry--there will be crafts, a walk with cupid and animal home-building activities. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Bird Banding. Ages 6 and older. 1:30 p.m. See hand-held birds up close and learn how they're banded with numbered rings. $$ Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly.
Birding Basics. Ages 4 and older. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Learn how to identify the birds you commonly see in your neighborhood. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
Cabin Fever!. All ages. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring out the kiddies and all their friends to have an indoor play party, complete with moonbounces, a huge inflatable slide and a Wacky World Playland. $$ Sequoyah Elementary School, Derwood.
Celebrate Children's Dental Health Month. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Keep your smile shining by learning how toothpaste works and how to make your own. Be sure to stop by Tooth Fairy Storytime! National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Children's Historic Home Tour. Ages 5 and older. 10:30 a.m. Learn the stories of the mansion at Strathmore and get a peek at its architectural features. Strathmore Mansion, North Bethesda.
Coffee and Chocolate: Warming Up Winter. Ages 5 and older. 1 and 3 p.m. Hot chocolate, tea and coffee kept the Lees warm during the cold winter days. Learn to make a proper cup, then enjoy your drink with a homemade treat. $$ Sully Historic Site, Chantilly.
Design a Dragon Paper Mola. Ages 5 to 12. 2 to 4 p.m. Let the exhibit, "Dragons, Nagas and Creatures of the Deep," inspire you as you make a paper mola (colorful applique panel). The Textile Museum, Washington, D.C..
Feeling Flaky. Ages 2 to 12. 1 to 2 p.m. Learn about snow and create some flaky crafts. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
Fingerprint Valentine Cards. Ages 4 to 12. 10 to 11 a.m. Make art with your fingerprints! Each participant will take home three valentines. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Flying Squirrel Lore & More. All ages. 6 to 7:15 p.m. Learn about these nocturnal acrobats and then go outside to try and spot one. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Fun Family Saturdays: Victorian Valentines. Ages 7 and older. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Create a Victorian-inspired valentine using stickers, paper, tissue and lace. DAR Museum, Washington, D.C..
In Every Language Love. All ages. 2 p.m. Enjoy a slideshow of images of love in Asian art, then use stamps that say "love" to make valentines. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
Jack and the Beanstalk. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Watch the classic story of a boy who trades his family cow for three magic beans. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Live Animal Show. Ages 2 and older. 10 to 11 a.m. Meet the nature center's live animals. When else can you touch a snake, turtle and toad in the same place? $$ Clearwater Nature Center, Clinton.
Maple Sugaring. All ages. 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Learn how maple syrup is made from tree to bottle, then try some! $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Miss Electricity. All ages.10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ten-year-old Violet gets struck by lightning twice and is suddenly in control of all things electric. Will the power go to her head? $$ Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Riverbend Night Sky Festival. All ages. 6 to 8 p.m. Star gaze through a telescope, sip on hot chocolate and learn about constellations--all while keeping warm around a campfire. $$ Riverbend Park, Great Falls.
Second Saturday Arts & Science. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. Celebrate the fourth anniversary of the exhibit, Butterflies & Plants, with arts and crafts activities. Note: Fee to enter the Butterfly Pavilion. Natural History Museum, Washington, D.C..
Stargazing at the Public Observatory. All ages. 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Take a peek through a professional telescope to see the night sky like never before. Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C..
Storytime at The Kreeger. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Children will use their imagination to explore paintings, culture and architecture. Program includes a tour, a story and a craft. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
Super Science Saturday. All ages. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn about scientists and inventors through demonstrations and activities. Note: $15 parking fee. Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly.
The Power of Chocolate Festival. All ages. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Celebrate this tasty treat with live food demonstrations, samples and activities. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tiny Tots: Penguins' Playground. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tuskegee Airmen. All ages. 2 p.m. Stop by the museum to meet a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Valentine Craft Sampler Workshop. Ages 6 to 11. 10 a.m. to noon. Children can make something special for mom, dad, friends and family at this craft program. $$ Lake Accotink Park, Springfield.
Valentine's Day Craft. Ages 3 to 12. 11 a.m. Show someone you care by making them a valentine at this craft workshop. $$ Peppermill Community Center, Landover.
Weeds in Winter. Ages 7 and older. 2 p.m. Winter weeds have a usefulness you'll find out about at this program. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
FEB 12 Sunday
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 11. 1 to 3 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Family Fun Sunday: Creating Art from the Heart. All ages. 1 to 5 p.m. Decorate a heart-shaped box for a special someone using ribbons, faux gems and things that sparkle. $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, Washington, D.C..
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the museum to create masks you can wear and containers for your personal treasures. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Homemade Bird Feeders. Ages 2 and older. 9:30 a.m. Bring your empty milk jugs or two liter soda bottles to make bird feeders. $$ Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly.
In Every Language Love. All ages. 2 p.m. Enjoy a slideshow of images of love in Asian art, then use stamps that say "love" to make valentines. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
Maple Syrup Boil-Down. All ages. Noon to 2 p.m. Watch as sap is boiled down into maple syrup over an open fire, then be sure to give it a taste test. $$ Colvin Run Historic Site, Great Falls.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Sunday Pre-K Nature Storytimes. Ages 3 to 6. 3 to 3:30 p.m. A volunteer leads this program about plants and animals. Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
The Power of Chocolate Festival. All ages. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Celebrate this tasty treat with live food demonstrations, samples and activities. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
FEB 13 Monday
Forest Fledglings. Ages 3 to 6. 9:45 a.m. Stories, crafts and nature activities lead to outdoor exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Hodge Podge Lodge. Ages 3 to 6. 1 to 2 p.m. With games, stories, dancing and more, you'll never be bored! $$ Snow Hill Manor, Laurel.
Little Acorns. Ages 2 to 4. 11 a.m. Experience the wonders of nature through finger plays, stories, activities and exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Young Portrait Explorers. Ages 2 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Look at a portrait of William Rice, listen to Wind Flyers and participate in an activity. National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C..
FEB 14 Tuesday
Love Bugs. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Meet some cockroaches and spiders, then make some buggy valentines. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Maple Syrup Valentine's Treat. Ages 1 and older. 1 to 2 p.m. Have a sweet Valentine's Day as you learn about and taste maple syrup. $$ Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Time for Tots: Have a Heart Hike. Ages 18 to 36 months. Wish wildlife Happy Valentine's Day by leaving them some tasty treats. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
Toddler Tuesdays: Under the Sea. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy "scuba diving," games and art as you learn about life under the sea. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Wildlife Valentines. Ages 3 to 5. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Make a gift for the Nature Center's wildlife on Valentine's Day. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
FEB 15 Wednesday
Campfire Night Hike: Predators At Night. All ages. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Take a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters, and end the evening with hot cocoa and marshmallows around a campfire. $$ Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly.
Nature Detective. Ages 3 to 5. 1:30 p.m. Explore seasonal nature topics through stories, crafts and activities. Registration required. $$ Huntley Meadows Park, Alexandria.
Rosa's Ride. Ages 8 to 15. 10:15 a.m. and noon. Follow the story of a young girl as she fights for her human rights with a simple act of civil disobedience on a bus. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Storytime at The Kreeger. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Children will use their imagination to explore paintings, culture and architecture. Program includes a tour, a story and a craft. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
Tiny Tots: World on a String. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Which Beak is Best?. Ages 4 to 6. 1 to 2 p.m. Birds' beaks vary in shape and size for a reason. Learn how different beaks serve different purposes. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Wild Ones: Cool Constellations. Ages 6 to 10. 3:30 p.m. What's a constellation and where can you find certain ones? Compare folklore and fact at this program. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Wildlife Wednesday: Winter. Ages 3 to 7. 4:30 p.m. Join Naturalist Annie to meet live animals and explore the great outdoors. Today's theme: animal homes. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
Wildlife Wednesday: Winter. Ages 3 to 7. 4:30 p.m. Join Naturalist Annie to meet live animals and explore the great outdoors. Today's theme: leap frog. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
FEB 16 Thursday
Black History Month Family Night. All ages. 6 to 9 p.m. Learn about African cultures through games, mask-making and a movie. Deerfield Run Community Center, Laurel.
Marvelous Maples. Ages 3 to 5. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tour our Sugar Bush and taste some homemade maple syrup. Then, take a trip back in time at a log cabin. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Nature Detective. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Explore seasonal nature topics through stories, crafts and activities. Registration required. $$ Huntley Meadows Park, Alexandria.
Preschool Songs and Stories. Ages 3 to 5. 11 to 11:45 a.m. Children and their guardians can enjoy creative music and stories. $$ Arts Barn, Gaithersburg.
Preschooler Series: Treasure Quest. Ages 2 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Hunt for hidden gems, gold and treasures around the mansion! Program includes an art project, songs and more. $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, Washington, D.C..
Season for Sugar Snow. Ages 6 to 11. 4 to 5:30 p.m. Grandparent and grandchild can learn about the process of maple sugaring and make a related craft. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
FEB 17 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Participate in hands-on aviation-themed activities. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Black History Show and Tell. All ages. 10 a.m. to noon. Look at images of black historical events and test your knowledge of the past through videos and storytellers. Good Luck Community Center, Lanham.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Ponderings: Winter. Ages 5 to 11. 4:30 p.m. Discover the wildlife around you by meeting live animals and conducting field studies. Today's theme: tracking. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
FEB 18 Saturday
3rd Annual Black History Month Step Show. All ages. 7 to 10 p.m. Step on out with the whole family for this impressive youth performance. This year's theme is self-determination: stepping to make a difference. $$ Bowie Center for the Arts, Bowie.
African American History Month Family Day. All ages. Noon to 3 p.m. Discover the struggles and achievements of African Americans in the postal service through activities. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
An Evening with Flying Squirrels. Ages 6 and older. 6 p.m. Walk through the woods as you keep an eye out for these elusive creatures. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
Civil War Lecture. Ages 13 and older. 2 p.m. Learn about the civil war through local civil war researcher Virginia Mescher. $$ Colvin Run Mill, Great Falls.
Discover Engineering Family Day. Ages 5 to 13. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn how engineering is involved in everyday life. Make slime, play with robots, put a Hot Wheels car through a wind tunnel and much more. National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
Feed the Birds!. Ages 1 and older. 10 to 10:45 a.m. Find out what birds eat for a mid-morning snack as you help fill the feeders. Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Flying Squirrel Lore & More. All ages. 6 to 7:15 p.m. Learn about these nocturnal acrobats and then go outside to try and spot one. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
George Washington's 280th Birthday Celebration. All ages. See website for event times. George Washington's estate will be party central. Attend his surprise birthday party or sample his favorite breakfast meal. $$ George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Mount Vernon.
Great Backyard Bird Count. All ages. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Participate in this annual event and help the Cornell Lab of Ornithology with their ongoing bird research. Count birds and learn to identify them. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Healing Through Abstract Painting. Ages 5 to 10. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children will learn self-expression and experience personal healing by painting an abstract portrait. $$ Pyramid Atlantic, Silver Spring.
History Comes to Life. All ages. Noon to 2 p.m. See how many historical African American icons you can identify and how many pieces of trivia you know. Temple Hills Community Center, Temple Hills.
Magna Carta Family Day. All ages. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Listen to 13th-century music or write a royal proclamation. Then, try your hand at activities like rolling candles, making a pinwheel or playing the medieval game Queek. National Archives, Washington, D.C..
Mineral, Jewelry and Fossils Show. All ages. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hunt around for must-have minerals, fossils, gems and jewelry. Kids can get in on the fun with demonstrations, a mini-mine and a live animal display. Kids 6 and younger are free! $$ The Show Place Arena, Upper Marlboro.
Miss Electricity. All ages.10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ten-year-old Violet gets struck by lightning twice and is suddenly in control of all things electric. Will the power go to her head? $$ Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton.
Nature Craft. Ages 2 to 10. 10 a.m. Enjoy a story, meet a live animal and make a craft. Reservations required. $$ Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Presidential Family Fun Day. All ages. 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kick off Presidents' Day weekend at the gallery. Enjoy patriotic music, stories, crafts and more. National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C..
Presidents' Day Celebration. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Salute our commander-in-chief by making president finger puppets and a Shrinky Dink inaugural badge. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Steve Weeks in Concert. All ages. 10:30 a.m. Kindie music artist Steve Weeks will perform his hit songs, including "Up!" and "Kiki Kangaroo." $$ Jammin Java, Vienna.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Winter Hike: Wetland Waterfowl. Ages 9 and older. 2 p.m. Hike the boardwalk to the observation tower. Keep an eye out for swamp sparrows, winter wrens and bald eagles! $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
FEB 19 Sunday
19th Century Hearth Cooking. All ages. 1 to 4 p.m. Watch a cooking demonstration of food prepared over an open hearth. Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro.
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 11. 1 to 3 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the museum to create masks you can wear and containers for your personal treasures. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Game Day. All ages. 2 to 4 p.m. Come one, come all, to this game day to play Monopoly, Dominoes, Backgammon and more. Information: 703-437-9101. Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon.
George Washington's 280th Birthday Celebration. All ages. See website for event times. George Washington's estate will be party central. Attend his surprise birthday party or sample his favorite breakfast meal. $$ George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Mount Vernon.
Maple Syrup Boil-Down. All ages. Noon to 2 p.m. Watch as sap is boiled down into maple syrup over an open fire, then be sure to give it a taste test. $$ Colvin Run Historic Site, Great Falls.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter and The Wolf. Ages 3 to 12. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn about good versus evil in this puppet production, where Peter and his animal friends attempt to capture wily wolf "Old Lupus." $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Raise the Rafters Winter Music Series. All ages. 2 to 4 p.m. Listen to Rock and Roll music that reflected the social change of the '60s. Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tiny Tots: Teddy Bear's Picnic. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
FEB 20 Monday
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Discover Strathmore: Duke Ellington. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Strathmore's most popular free family festival is back! This year, learn about Duke Ellington through music, art and other forms of entertainment. Strathmore Music Center & Mansion, North Bethesda.
Family Day at the Visitor Center. Ages 1 and older. 1 to 4 p.m. School's off, so stop by the center for an afternoon of nature walks, activities and games. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
George Washington's 280th Birthday Celebration. All ages. See website for event times. Visit George Washington's estate for free this day only! Attend Washington's surprise birthday party or sample his favorite breakfast meal. George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Mount Vernon.
Hodge Podge Lodge. Ages 3 to 6. 1 to 2 p.m. With games, stories, dancing and more, you'll never be bored! $$ Snow Hill Manor, Laurel.
Nature Quest: Winter. Ages 3 to 7. 10 a.m. Learn about local animal species, hands-on and in the field. Today's theme: Stream Health. $$ Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield.
Presidents' Day Celebration. All ages. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Salute our commander-in-chief by making president finger puppets and a Shrinky Dink inaugural badge. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Reading Stories with Ranger Steph. Ages 0 to 5. 9 a.m. Listen to stories, sing songs and enjoy other activities. This month, Ranger Steph takes a look at the different places people and animal have lived at Oxon Cove Park over the years. Oxon Cove Park, Oxon Hill.
Sandy Spring Museum Family Day. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. See how people have been reusing materials for centuries through demonstrations, tours, activities and crafts. Sandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
FEB 21 Tuesday
Featured Creature Day. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet the "silent majority." Invertebrates represent 99 percent of the world's known living species. Enjoy zookeeper talks and feedings. The National Zoo, Washington, D.C..
Magic School Bus. Ages 5 to 9. 10:15 a.m. and noon. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Magic Schoolbus with an all new musical adventure about global warming. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Majestic Moon. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Learn about the full moon during winter at this program of songs, crafts, a hike and a story. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tiny Talon Tales. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Listen to stories of raptors, then meet Meadowside's own raptors. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Toddler Tuesdays: Under the Sea. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy "scuba diving," games and art as you learn about life under the sea. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Tot Time: Sounds. Ages 2 to 3. 10 to 10:45 a.m. Learn about making noise and listening as you explore nature. $$ Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda.
FEB 22 Wednesday
Discovery Theater: How Old is a Hero?. Ages 6 to 11. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about young heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. $$ American History Museum, Washington, D.C..
Frederick Douglass. Ages 9 and older. 10:15 a.m. and noon. Bright Star Theatre of North Carolina presents this story of the leader of the abolition movement. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Knock Knock--Woodpeckers!. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Read a story, learn about woodpeckers, then make a woodpecker-friendly feeder. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Majestic Moon. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Learn about the full moon during winter at this program of songs, crafts, a hike and a story. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Maple Sap Collecting. Ages 3 and older. 4 to 5 p.m. Find out how to tap maple trees and collect maple sap. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Picturing America: See What You Hear. All ages. 4 p.m. Listen to unique American music styles: jazz, country, gospel and more while getting lost in relevant artwork. Presented by the National Children's Museum. Fairmount Heights Branch Library, Fairmount Heights.
Picturing America: See What You Hear. All ages. 4 to 6 p.m. Listen to quintessential American music--jazz, country, gospel and Native American music--while appreciating American artwork. Fairmount Heights Library, Fairmount Heights.
Precious Metals: Silver. Ages 8 to 12. 4 p.m. Learn how silver is mined from the earth and used in jewelry. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Storytime: Snug in the Snow. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. What kinds of animals burrow in the snow to keep warm over winter? Find out! $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
FEB 23 Thursday
Baba Jamal Koram, the Story Man. Ages 6 to 12. 4 p.m. Master storyteller Baba Jamal brings storytelling alive with humor, music and lessons. Berwyn Heights Community Center, Berwyn Heights.
Brookside Tot Times: Maple Syrup!. Ages 2 to 3. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Find out all about sticky maple syrup and where it comes from. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Feed the Birds!. Ages 1 and older. 11 a.m. to noon. Learn how to make healthy food for birds to help them survive the winter. $$ Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda.
Majestic Moon. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Learn about the full moon during winter at this program of songs, crafts, a hike and a story. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
My First Little House Books: Sugar Snow. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. In this book, Laura and the Ingalls family look forward to late winter for maple sugaring. Read the story, then try some for yourself. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Nature Tots: Nature Detectives. Ages 2 to 5. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through nature play, crafts, stories and hikes. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Preschooler Series: Treasure Quest. Ages 2 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Hunt for hidden gems, gold and treasures around the mansion! Program includes an art project, songs and more. $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, Washington, D.C..
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tot Rock: Jammin' at the Smithsonian. Ages 2 to 6. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Rocknocerous kicks off this concert series with songs from their new album. $$ American History Museum, Washington, D.C..
Woodpecker Watch. Ages 3 to 5. Listen to a woodpecker story, then go into the log garden to look for them. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
FEB 24 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Participate in hands-on aviation-themed activities. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
American Craft Council Show. All ages. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.. Get one-of-a-kind jewelry, gifts, housewares and more at this annual event. $$ Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore.
Discovery Theater: How Old is a Hero?. Ages 6 to 11. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about young heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. $$ American History Museum, Washington, D.C..
Majestic Moon. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Learn about the full moon during winter at this program of songs, crafts, a hike and a story. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
FEB 25 Saturday
African American Family Day Festival. All ages. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy African dance classes, performances, storytellers and more. Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex, Landover.
African American Pioneers in Aviation. All ages. 10 a.m. Learn about the accomplishements of African American aviation pioneers by meeting local Tuskegee Airmen. Note: $15 parking fee. Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center, Washington, D.C..
American Craft Council Show. All ages. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get one-of-a-kind jewelry, gifts, housewares and more at this annual event. $$ Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore.
An Afternoon of Traditional Music. Ages 6 and older. 1 and 2 p.m. Come in from the cold and hear the hammered dulcimer played by Ralph Smith. $$ Sully Historic Site, Chantilly.
Au Pair in America Cultural Fair. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. Meet au pairs from around the globe as you get your "passport" stamped. Bowie Library, Bowie.
Celebrate Children's Dental Health Month. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Keep your smile shining by learning how toothpaste works and how to make your own. Be sure to stop by Tooth Fairy Storytime! National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Family Campfire. Ages 2 and older. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Spend the afternoon roasting marshmallows over a warm campfire. $$ Clearwater Nature Center, Clinton.
Featured Creature Day. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy this day dedicated to the fish of the Amazon River. The National Zoo, Washington, D.C..
Flying Squirrel Lore & More. All ages. 6 to 7:15 p.m. Learn about these nocturnal acrobats and then go outside to try and spot one. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Flying Squirrels: Gliding In Tonight. Ages 4 and older. 6:15 p.m. Look for flying squirrels as they glide in for a bite to eat. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Fun with Geocaching. Ages 6 and older. 1 to 3:30 p.m. Learn the basics of geocaching, then get hunting! Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Growing up a Bird. Ages 4 to 6. 10 a.m. Learn about winter birds in the area and imagine what it would be like to have feathers and a beak. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Maple-iscious Day. Ages 1 and older. 1 to 4 p.m. Stop by indoor discovery stations to learn about maple syrup, trace a maple leaf and more. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
Miss Electricity. All ages.10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ten-year-old Violet gets struck by lightning twice and is suddenly in control of all things electric. Will the power go to her head? $$ Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton.
Owls in Winter Campfire. All ages. 7 to 8 p.m. Gather around a warm campfire and listen to owl tales. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
Owls in Winter Campfire. All ages. 7 to 8 p.m. Listen for the "songs" of owl romance, along with tales about owls. Registration required. $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Saturday Story and Craft. Ages 2 to 5. 10 to 11 a.m. Stop by the center to hear a story and make a themed craft. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Short Stories Brewed from African Pots. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Storyteller Anna Mwalagho hosts this interactive storytime of African fables. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Stargazing at the Public Observatory. All ages. 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Take a peek through a professional telescope to see the night sky like never before. Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C..
Take a Flight into Black History. All ages. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Watch presentations about the Tuskegee Airmen and make a craft. Kentland Community Center, Landover.
Teen Studio: Collage. Ages 14 to 18. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Spend a day at the National Gallery looking at art, experimenting with studio materials and meeting other teens! Preregistration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Timberdoodle Hike. Ages 6 and older. 5 to 6:30 p.m. Join a naturalist to see the quirky courtship display of the "timberdoodle," or American Woodcock. $$ Clearwater Nature Center, Clinton.
Tiny Tots: Baby Bear's Birthday. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
FEB 26 Sunday
American Craft Council Show. All ages. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Get one-of-a-kind jewelry, gifts, housewares and more at this annual event. $$ Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore.
Art Workshop: Balancing Act. Ages 8 to 11. 1 to 3 p.m. Investigate Edgar Degas' wax sculptures of dancers and horses, then learn how to make your own. Registration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Disney's Phineas and Ferb Live Tour. All ages. 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Phineas, Ferb and friends take the stage as they make the most of the last day of summer by building an amazing invention. $$ Patriot Center, Fairfax.
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 2:45 p.m. Visit the museum for a tour with the theme, "Fishes, Crocodiles and Birds, Oh My!" Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Get Ready for Wood Frogs!. Ages 5 and older. 2 p.m. Learn about these amphibians who start "quacking" in the pond after the first warm rain. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Leaps & Bounds: Animal Champions. Ages 3 to 10. 2 p.m. Celebrate the leap year by learning facts about the largest, fastest and strongest animals. Then, meet live animals. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Maple Sugar Festival. All ages. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch the process of making maple syrup from start to finish, then sample a tasty treat! $$ Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Peter Yarrow in Concert. All ages. 2 p.m. Legendary folk musician Peter Yarrow (best known as a member of Peter, Paul & Mary) will perform iconic songs, such as "Leaving on a Jet Plane" and "Puff, the Magic Dragon." $$ Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas.
Remembering Rosa Parks. All ages. 1:30 p.m. Though the District's street cars were not segregated by race, the Trolley Museum will recognize the impact of Rosa Parks' actions on eliminating Jim Crow practices. $$ National Capital Trolley Museum, Colesville.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tiny Tots: Clowning Around. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. Perfect for younger theater patrons. The shows are shorter, lights stay on and doors remain open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Who Belongs on the Farm?. Ages 2 to 10. 11:30 a.m. Learn the difference between wild and domestic animals. Enjoy a puppet show and ranger-led tour of the farm. Oxon Cove Park, Oxon Hill.
FEB 27 Monday
Forest Fledglings. Ages 3 to 6. 9:45 a.m. Stories, crafts and nature activities lead to outdoor exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
Hodge Podge Lodge. Ages 3 to 6. 1 to 2 p.m. With games, stories, dancing and more, you'll never be bored! $$ Snow Hill Manor, Laurel.
Little Acorns. Ages 2 to 4. 11 a.m. Experience the wonders of nature through finger plays, stories, activities and exploration. $$ Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Annandale.
FEB 28 Tuesday
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with stories, activities and green eggs and ham. Fairmount Heights Branch Library, Fairmount Heights.
Is Spring Just Around the Corner?. Ages 3 to 6. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Listen to a story about a frog and a toad, then take a hike to see if spring's near. $$ Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
FEB 29 Wednesday
Leap Year Animal Olympics. Ages 2 to 12. 4 to 5 p.m. It's Leap Day! Test your ability to leap like a frog and do other animal skills. $$ Black Hill Nature Center, Boyds.
March
MAR 1 Thursday
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 3 to 5. 11:15 a.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Largo-Kettering Branch Library, Largo.
Preschool Songs and Stories. Ages 3 to 5. 11 to 11:45 a.m. Children and their guardians can enjoy creative music and stories. $$ Arts Barn, Gaithersburg.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
MAR 2 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Join in for aviation-themed activities every Friday afternoon. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Big Time Rush: Better With U Tour. All ages. 7 p.m. Nickelodeon stars Big Time Rush will be hitting the road for their first-ever tour with a stop in Fairfax. $$ Patriot Center, George Mason University, Fairfax.
Seussical, the Musical. All ages. 7:30 p.m. This student production brings to life the characters of Dr. Seuss' books--Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz and more. $$ Oakcrest Scool, McLean.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
MAR 3 Saturday
A New America Arts Festival. All ages. Noon to 5 p.m. Let your dramatic side out for the day at this festival of the theater and arts. Atlas Performing Arts Center, Washington, D.C..
Art A La Cart. Ages 7 to 12. 2 to 5 p.m. Touch brushes, palettes, bison hide and bottle caps to learn about materials used to make art. American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Bill Harley in Concert. All ages. 1 and 3 p.m. Harley goes from a regular on NPR's "All Things Considered" to an all-ages musician at this show. Listen to his stories of growing up, schooling and family life. $$ Takoma Park Community Center, Takoma Park.
Boogie Babes' Groovy Nate. All ages. Noon. Move to the sounds of Groovy Nate at this "edutainment" concert. $$ Atlas Performing ARts Center, Washington, D.C..
Down on the Farm. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's a down-home holiday at the Launch Zone. Make farm animal puppets and participate in a demo that replicates what it feels like to milk a cow. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Fairfax Chinese Dance Troupe. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Colorful costumes and ancient Chinese dances will captivate the audience. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 5 to 12. 11:30 a.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Bladensburg Branch Library, Bladensburg.
Kids in the Kitchen. All ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about healthy cooking at this interactive program, which includes cooking demonstrations, exercises, games and seminars. YMCA National Capital, Washington, D.C..
Make a Toy at Sully. Ages 8 and older. 1 and 3 p.m. Create your own checkers and a checkerboard to take home and play. $$ Sully Historic Site, Chantilly.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Scout Badge Day. All ages. 10 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Webelos Scouts can earn a geologist badge at this rain-or-shine program. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Searching for Spring. Ages 5 and older. 2 p.m. Listen, smell and feel for signs of spring at this scavenger hunt/hike. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Seussical, the Musical. All ages. 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. This student production brings to life the characters of Dr. Seuss' books--Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz and more. $$ Oakcrest Scool, McLean.
Stargazing at the Public Observatory. All ages. 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Check out celestial objects through a professional telescope! Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C..
Super Salamanders. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Tiny Tot: Old McDonald's Farm. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Women's History Month Family Day. All ages. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Start off Women's History Month by stamp collecting, making art and more. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
MAR 4 Sunday
Family Geocaching and Tree ID. All ages. 1:30 to 3 p.m. Spend the afternoon hunting for treasures while learning about winter tree identification. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Flying in the Great Hall. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by the Great Hall to watch the D.C. Maxecutors fly their model airplanes. National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the Print by Print exhibit, and make your own prints! Projects include stencil pattern prints, silk-screened scenery and more. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Model Airplane Workshop. Ages 8 and older. 9 to 11 a.m. Work with the D.C. Maxecutors to create a rubber-band-propelled model airplane, then try out a test flight! $$ National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
Mysterious Marsupials. Ages 5 and older. 2 p.m. Find out what animal has a small brain, more teeth than any other mammal in North America and can play dead. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Nowruz! A Persian New Year Celebration. All ages. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dance, play, jump across "fire," arrange paper flowers and listen to Persian stories! It's the party of the year. Freer and Sackler Gallery, Washington, D.C..
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
The Mozart Experience with Magic Circle Mime Co.. Ages 5 and older. 1 and 3 p.m. Kids can get an introduction to Mozart, the most famous child star of all time! $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C..
Three Bears. Ages 5 and older. Noon. This comedic play sends the bears and a golden-haired friend on an a capella adventure. $$ 1st Stage Tysons, McLean.
Weekend Wings. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. The museum will have fun, hands-on activities! $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
MAR 5 Monday
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 2 to 7. 7 p.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Spauldings Branch Library, District Heights.
MAR 6 Tuesday
Book of the Month: Riki's Birdhouse. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Learn about animal homes as you listen to the story of Riki, who can't wait to build a birdhouse in the spring. $$ National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 18 to 35 months. 11 a.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. New Carrollton Branch Library, New Carrollton.
Super Salamanders. Ages 3 to 5. 3:30 p.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Toddler Tuesdays: Trucks, Tools and Timber. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Put on your hard hat and get to work! Learn about building through stories, games, art and movement. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
MAR 7 Wednesday
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 2 to 7. 7 p.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Oxon Hill Branch Library, Oxon Hill.
Storytime at The Kreeger. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Children will use their imagination to explore paintings, culture and architecture. Program includes a tour, a story and a craft. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Tiny Tot: Old McDonald's Farm. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
MAR 8 Thursday
DinoRock Junkyard Pirates. Ages 4 to 9. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Puppets made from recycled materials sail the sea while looking for ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. All ages. 10:30 a.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Beltsville Branch Library, Beltsville.
Nature Tots: Fur and Feathers. Ages 2 to 5. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child discover nature through nature play, crafts, stories and hikes. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Peter Pan Club. Ages 5 and younger. 10:30 a.m. This program is fun for preschoolers, with story time and a craft. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Super Salamanders. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Super Salamanders. Ages 3 to 5. 3:30 p.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
WEE Speak! French. Ages 2 to 6. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Learn how to sign, play and speak French from Quebec children's author Annie Groovie. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D.C..
MAR 9 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Join in for aviation-themed activities every Friday afternoon. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
WEE Speak! French. Ages 2 to 6. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Learn how to sign, play and speak French from Quebec children's author Annie Groovie. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D.C..
MAR 10 Saturday
Annie Groovie: Wee Speak French. Ages 2 to 6. 10:30 a.m. Learn to sign, speak and play in French with children's author Annie Groovie. $$ Alliance Francaise de Washington, Washington, D.C..
Art A La Cart. Ages 7 to 12. 2 to 5 p.m. Touch brushes, palettes, bison hide and bottle caps to learn about materials used to make art. American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Boogie Babes' Bridgette with Dawn. All ages. Noon. This musical duo gives off Caribbean vibes as they sing, play the guitar and rock out ont he conga. $$ Atlas Performing ARts Center, Washington, D.C..
Children's Talk and Tour. Ages 5 and older. 10:15 a.m. Take a tour of the "You Are What You Eat" exhibit and complete a hands-on activity. Strathmore Mansion, North Bethesda.
Flying Squirrel Lore & More. All ages. 6:30 p.m. Learn about these nocturnal acrobats, then tiptoe outside to see them glide in for a meal. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Justin Roberts and Not Ready for Naptime Players. All ages. 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Well known in the indie family music scene, Justin and co. will play songs from the family music CD, Jungle Gym. $$ Jammin' Java, Vienna.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
Pint-Sized Paleontologists. Ages 7 to 11. 2 p.m. Learn all about fossils, how they're formed and where you can find them. Then, make a fossil replica to take home. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Second Saturday Arts & Science: Fishy X-rays. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. Learn about the evolution of fish through fish x-rays and photographs. Natural History Museum, Washington, D.C..
Star Party. Ages 6 and older. 7 to 8 p.m. Look through a telescope to see the night sky! Then, stay warm around a campfire while munching on a treat. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Stories from Around the World. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Listen to fairytales and historical tales as told by the always entertaining Lynn Ruehlmann. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Storytime at The Kreeger. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Children will use their imagination to explore paintings, culture and architecture. Program includes a tour, a story and a craft. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
Super Science Saturday: Space Shuttle. All ages. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Little ones will learn about science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on activities and demonstrations. $$ Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tiny Tot: Bunny Business. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Washington National Opera: Family Look-In. Ages 6 to 12. 2 p.m. The perfect introduction to opera for children! Watch as the WNO performs Cosi fan tutte. $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C..
Weave a Placemat. Ages 5 to 12. 2 to 4 p.m. With fabric strips and a cardboard loom, learn the basic plain weave structure while creating a placemat. The Textile Museum, Washington, D.C..
MAR 11 Sunday
Big Wicked Pools. Ages 10 and older. 1 p.m. Find out how temporary wetlands provide a breeding habitat for frogs, salamanders and other amphibians. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the Print by Print exhibit, and make your own prints! Projects include stencil pattern prints, silk-screened scenery and more. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Leaping Leprechauns!. Ages 3 to 10. 2 p.m. To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, make a craft, search for gold and tell stories. $$ Snow Hill Manor, Laurel.
P.Nokio: A Hip Hop Musical. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. The classic Pinocchio story is reimagined in Hip-Hopia, an enchanted land where people speak in rhyme and breakdance instead of walk. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
The Magic Flute. Ages 5 and older. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This adapted Mozart opera is an hour of elaborate special effects, marionettes and music. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Violins, and Trombones, and Bears, Oh My!. Ages 3 to 5. 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Discover how a violin and trombone can go together in perfect harmony! Moreover, you'll hear a garden hose and a funnel horn, three types of trombones and a baby violin. $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C..
MAR 13 Tuesday
Sacagawea's Sisters. Ages 7 and older. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Thirza Dafoe re-creates the pioneering spirit of First Nations explorer Sacagawea. $$ American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Toddler Tuesdays: Trucks, Tools and Timber. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Put on your hard hat and get to work! Learn about building through stories, games, art and movement. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
MAR 14 Wednesday
Sacagawea's Sisters. Ages 7 and older. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Thirza Dafoe re-creates the pioneering spirit of First Nations explorer Sacagawea. $$ American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
MAR 15 Thursday
Native Storytelling by Thirza Defoe. All ages. 1:30 p.m. Performer and storyteller Thirza Defoe shares traditional Ojibwe and Oneida stories through words, songs, music and dance. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Performance by Hoop Dancer Thirza Defoe. All ages. 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. World-renowned hoop dancer Thirza Defoe weaves 24 hoops into designs of flowers, eagles and butterflies, then invites the audience to join in. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Preschool Songs and Stories. Ages 3 to 5. 11 to 11:45 a.m. Children and their guardians can enjoy creative music and stories. $$ Arts Barn, Gaithersburg.
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 8 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
MAR 16 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Join in for aviation-themed activities every Friday afternoon. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Amphibians After Dark. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Learn to identify frogs and toads by their calls as you explore pools and ponds. $$ Riverbend Park, Great Falls.
Native Storytelling by Thirza Defoe. All ages. 1:30 p.m. Performer and storyteller Thirza Defoe shares traditional Ojibwe and Oneida stories through words, songs, music and dance. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Performance by Hoop Dancer Thirza Defoe. All ages. 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. World-renowned hoop dancer Thirza Defoe weaves 24 hoops into designs of flowers, eagles and butterflies, then invites the audience to join in. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 8 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
St. Paddy Party. Ages 4 to 10. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Discovery Theater. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D..C..
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
MAR 17 Saturday
12th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. All ages. 10 a.m. Watch as Celtic dancers, floats, bagpipers, horses and more make their way down the avenue. Washingtonian Center, Gaithersburg.
48th Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show. All ages. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy workshops, demonstrations, a kids mini-mine, vendors and more at this program. $$ Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg.
Art A La Cart. Ages 7 to 12. 2 to 5 p.m. Touch brushes, palettes, bison hide and bottle caps to learn about materials used to make art. American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Culturally Different Adventures. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Listen to classic folk tales from other cultures in this program that will have kiddies slithering like a snake, dancing like a monkey and singing like a bird. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Fun Family Saturdays: Fabric Arts. Ages 7 and older. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Make a quilted potholder, clothespin doll or needlework design while learning about women's roles in early America. DAR Museum, Washington, D.C..
Gamesfest! Day 2. All ages. 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Try your hand at a live-action game while jamming out to a soundtrack by dj MKO. Younger visitors will enjoy hands-on crafts and a photo booth. Play classic and modern video games, too! American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Native Storytelling by Thirza Defoe. All ages. 1:30 p.m. Performer and storyteller Thirza Defoe shares traditional Ojibwe and Oneida stories through words, songs, music and dance. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Peeper Prowl. Ages 5 and older. 7 p.m. Search for tiny tree frogs and other amphibians. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Performance by Hoop Dancer Thirza Defoe. All ages. 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. World-renowned hoop dancer Thirza Defoe weaves 24 hoops into designs of flowers, eagles and butterflies, then invites the audience to join in. American Indian Museum, Washington, D.C..
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 3 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
St. Paddy Party. Ages 4 to 10. Noon. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Discovery Theater. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D..C..
St. Patrick's Day Tea. All ages. 1:30 p.m. Keep those elbows off the table as you enjoy a fine tea and finger sandwiches fit for a queen. $$ Montpelier Mansion, Laurel.
Tiny Tot. Ages 18 to 35 months. 10:30 a.m. Discover the wonders of nature through songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Tiny Tot: World on a String. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Treasure Quest: Pirate Comedy and Magic. All ages 9:30 and 11 a.m. Help Captain Nobeard locate his lost treasure at this interactive and hilarious performance. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
MAR 18 Sunday
48th Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show. All ages. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy workshops, demonstrations, a kids mini-mine, vendors and more at this program. $$ Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg.
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the Print by Print exhibit, and make your own prints! Projects include stencil pattern prints, silk-screened scenery and more. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Gamesfest! Day 3. All ages. 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Try your hand at a live-action game while jamming out to a soundtrack by dj MKO. Younger visitors will enjoy hands-on crafts and a photo booth. Play classic and modern video games, too! American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Raise the Rafters Winter Music Series. All ages. 2 to 4 p.m. Learn how women burst onto the music scene in the early days of Rock 'n' Roll. Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon.
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tiny Tot: Animal Crackers. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
MAR 19 Monday
Stories with Ranger Steph: What Gets YOUR Goat?. Ages 0 to 5. 9 a.m. Ranger Steph will excite children with the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff. They'll also find out whether goats really will eat anything, including tin cans! Oxon Cove Park, Oxon Hill.
MAR 20 Tuesday
Digging Dinos. Ages 3 to 5. 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Spring Stars & Citizen Science. Ages 7 and older. 7:30. The whole family is invited to look at the spring sky and count the number of stars. Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Toddler Tuesdays: Trucks, Tools and Timber. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Put on your hard hat and get to work! Learn about building through stories, games, art and movement. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
MAR 21 Wednesday
Digging Dinos. Ages 3 to 5. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Picturing America. All ages. 4 to 6 p.m. Discover how water is an important part of American life and culture, then express your thoughts through a stained-glass-inspired art project. Fairmount Heights Library, Fairmount Heights.
Picturing America: Water As.... All ages. 4 p.m. Discover the different ways water is part of American life and culture, from transportation to leisure. Presented by the National Children's Museum. Fairmount Heights Branch Library, Fairmount Heights.
Robot Explorers. Ages 6 to 11. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Find out how robots are exploring everywhere from outer space to the depths of the oceans. You can even make a robot prototype to take home. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D..C..
Salamander Stories. Ages 3 and older. 4 p.m. Get ready for spring by listening to stories about salamanders. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Storytime at The Kreeger. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Children will use their imagination to explore paintings, culture and architecture. Program includes a tour, a story and a craft. $$ The Kreeger Museum, Washington, D.C..
Tiny Tot: Panda-Monium. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
MAR 22 Thursday
Nature Tots: Amphibians. Ages 2 to 5. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child discover nature through nature play, crafts, stories and hikes. Registration required. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Peter Pan Club. Ages 5 and younger. 10:30 a.m. This program is fun for preschoolers, with story time and a craft. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Robot Explorers. Ages 6 to 11. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Find out how robots are exploring everywhere from outer space to the depths of the oceans. You can even make a robot prototype to take home. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D..C..
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 8 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
MAR 23 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Join in for aviation-themed activities every Friday afternoon. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 8 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
MAR 24 Saturday
A History of Black Hill's Bald Eagles. Ages 6 and older. 10 a.m. Black Hill is home to our national bird! Learn about bald eagles and then visit a few perches in hopes of a sighting. $$ Black Hill Visitor Center, Boyds.
Art A La Cart. Ages 7 to 12. 2 to 5 p.m. Touch brushes, palettes, bison hide and bottle caps to learn about materials used to make art. American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Banjos and Juggling and Art--Oh My!. All ages 9:30 and 11 a.m. Three dynamic performers come together to strum, juggle and hum. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Bowie Baysox Family FunFest. All ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free festival lets kids mingle with Baysox mascot Louie as they enjoy music, carnival games and other attractions. Held rain or shine. Prince George's Stadium, Bowie.
Campfire: Signs of Spring Night Hike. All ages. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gather around the campfire for stories and snacks. When you're done, take a hike to look for signs of spring. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Family Day: Women in Aviation and Space. All ages. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate the contributions of women in aviation, space and aerospace! The day includes hands-on activities, speakers, performances and story time. $$ Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly.
Hands-On History Day. Ages 5 and older. 1 to 4 p.m. Be a wood turner's apprentice for the day, and learn how to sand, polish and weave chairs. $$ Montpelier Mansion, Laurel.
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!. Ages 3 to 8. 2 p.m. Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with stories and activities. Hyattsville Branch Library, Hyattsville.
Kidspy Overnight: Operation Secret Slumber. Ages 9 to 13. 7 p.m. to 10 a.m. It's time for your top-secret spy training! This sleepover lets kids go through "spy school" and complete a mission. $$ Spy Museum, Washington, D.C..
National Cherry Blossom Festival Family Day. All ages. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spring is in the air! Enjoy cherry blossom season through hands-on activities, art demonstrations and performances. National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
National Cherry Blossom Festival Family Day. All ages. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. D.C. is in bloom, and you can celebrate by designing and collecting stamps. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
Oh, Oh, It's Magic!. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn to juggle, write invisible messages and perform awe-inspiring magic tricks. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Peeper Prowl. Ages 5 and older. 7 p.m. Search for tiny tree frogs and other amphibians. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Pioneer Spring Chores. Ages 5 and older. 10:30 a.m. Meet at the log house to do some spring cleaning, planting, butter churning and more. Registration required. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Princess of Kaguya. All ages. 1:30 and 4 p.m. Follow the story of a Japanese bamboo cutter as he makes a discovery inside a stalk of bamboo. Portrayed in shaddow puppetry. $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C..
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Science-Fiction Fun!. All ages. 3 p.m. Take a family-friendly trip to outerspace with these two short musicals: Star Corps IV: The Search for Mind Zap and Oh My, An Invasion! $$ Gunston Arts Center, Arlington.
Sully Storytime. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m. Listen to a story and make a historical-inspired craft. $$ Sully Historic Site, Chantilly.
Tatebanko: Japanese Paper Dioramas. All ages. 2 p.m. Create a miniature diorama using images of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai's landscape prints. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
Teen Studio: Drawing. Ages 14 to 18. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Spend a day at the National Gallery looking at art, experimenting with studio materials and meeting other teens! Preregistration required. National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C..
Tiny Tot: Panda-Monium. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Welcome Back, Birds!. All ages. 10 a.m. It's a bird reunion! Learn about birds that are returning to the area and make them a welcome home present. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
MAR 25 Sunday
Animal Rescue: A Musical Adventure. All ages. 2 to 2:45 p.m. Audience members work with the Virginia Virtuosi Rescue Squad in this interactive musical performance. Help them rescue elephants, kangaroos and bumble bees! $$ Colvin Run Mill, Great Falls.
Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony. All ages. 4 to 6:30 p.m. Strolling musicians, cultural exhibits and historical imagery will greet guests at this ceremony ... and that's before the ceremony starts! Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C..
Hands-On History Day. Ages 5 and older. 1 to 4 p.m. Be a wood turner's apprentice for the day, and learn how to sand, polish and weave chairs. $$ Montpelier Mansion, Laurel.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Family Day. All ages. 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Spring is in the air! Enjoy cherry blossom season through hands-on activities, art demonstrations and performances. National Building Museum, Washington, D.C..
National Cherry Blossom Festival Family Day. All ages. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. D.C. is in bloom, and you can celebrate by designing and collecting stamps. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Surrealism Workshop. All ages. 1 to 4 p.m. This workshop breaks down Frida Kahlo's creativity and surrealism into terms kids can understand. Children will play three surrealist games. Artisphere, Arlington.
Tatebanko: Japanese Paper Dioramas. All ages. 2 p.m. Create a miniature diorama using images of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai's landscape prints. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
This Bud's for You. Ages 8 and older. 2 p.m. Join a naturalist to learn about plant identification skills and how to plant a garden. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
MAR 26 Monday
Free Family Sundays. All ages. 2 to 2:45 p.m. Visit the Print by Print exhibit, and make your own prints! Projects include stencil pattern prints, silk-screened scenery and more. Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore.
Hoops for Hope. All ages. 1 to 3 p.m. March Madness hits Lake Anne, and kids can get in on the fun! Play moon bounce basketball, enter a hoola hoop contest and enjoy prizes, games and food. $$ Lake Anne Merchants, Reston.
MAR 27 Tuesday
Toddler Tuesdays: Trucks, Tools and Timber. Ages 2 to 4. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Put on your hard hat and get to work! Learn about building through stories, games, art and movement. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Tuesday Tea. Ages 7 and older. 2 p.m. Learn to make a proper cup of tea and the difference between American and British. $$ Sully Historic Site, Chantilly.
MAR 28 Wednesday
Digging Dinos. Ages 3 to 5. 3:30 p.m. Children are sure to make friends at this program that includes stories, crafts and hikes. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Picturing America. All ages. 4 to 6 p.m. See the artwork of young library patrons who participated in the Picturing America programs. Fairmount Heights Public Library, Fairmount Heights.
MAR 29 Thursday
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Tot Rock: Jammin at the Smithsonian. Ages 2 to 6. 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. Secret Agent 23 Squidoo mixes entertainment, education and hot beats in this hip-hop show. $$ S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, D..C..
Vernal Pool Hike. Ages 6 to 12. 4 p.m. Get to know the great outdoors! Explore vernal pools, which are filled with frog eggs and salamanders. $$ Hyattstown Mill parking area, Little Bennet Regional Park, Hyattstown.
MAR 30 Friday
Afternoon Aviators. Ages 5 and older. 2 to 4 p.m. Join in for aviation-themed activities every Friday afternoon. $$ College Park Aviation Museum, College Park.
Rapunzel. Ages 4 to 10. 10 and 11:30 a.m. This non-Disney version of Rapunzel teaches children what exactly a "rapunzel" is, a lesson in open-mindedness and all about rhyming. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
MAR 31 Saturday
Art A La Cart. Ages 7 to 12. 2 to 5 p.m. Touch brushes, palettes, bison hide and bottle caps to learn about materials used to make art. American Art Museum, Washington, D.C..
Bone Tales. Ages 8 to 11. 3 p.m. Join the BSI--Bone Scene Investigation--to find out what bones tell us about their former owners. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Build a Birdhouse. Ages 6 and older. 1 p.m. Join a naturalist to build a birdhouse, paint it and take it home. Parental supervision required. Registration required. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Easter Egg Hunt. Ages 2 to 9. 11 a.m. and noon. Hunt for treat-filled eggs on the grounds of Colvin Run Mill, but first, make Easter-themed crafts. $$ Colvin Run Mill, Great Falls.
Find Your Way at the Launch Zone. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Map your route to the launch zone to celebrate the anniversary of the publishing of the first U.S. map. Make a map of your town and a compass to help you find your way. National Children's Museum Launch Zone, National Harbor.
Kinderkonzert: Musical Opposites. Ages 4 and older. 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. This fast-paced program showcases the Kennedy String Quartet as they show off musical contrasts that work together--fast with slow, soft with loud and more. $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C..
Mysteries of Mail Family Day. All ages. Noon to 3 p.m. Learn all about the history of the postal system, including how machines read your handwriting and engineers solve sorting problems. Postal Museum, Washington, D.C..
Nana Malaya: A Song, A Story, A Dance. All ages. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Explore African culture through storytelling, songs, music and dance. The National Theatre, Washington, D.C..
Swamp Stomp. Ages 6 and older. Go on a nighttime search for salamanders, spring peepers, wood frogs and more. Registration required. 703-528-5406. Bull Run Regional Park, Arlington.
Tatebanko: Japanese Paper Dioramas. All ages. 2 p.m. Create a miniature diorama using images of Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai's landscape prints. Freer and Sackler Galleries, Washington, D.C..
The Mother Goose Caboose. Ages 0 to 4. 10 a.m. This puppet show is perfect for young patrons: The shows are shorter, the lights stay on low and the door remains open. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.