Parent and Child Guide
Parent and Child Programs
Arlington County Public Libraries
Arlington County Public Libraries offer kid-and-caregiver events, including Drop-In Storytime for children under 2. Visit the website for more details.
library.arlingtonva.us ,
Prince George's County Memorial Library System
Prince George's libraries will bring mom, dad or caregiver closer to their baby through storytimes at each branch. Contact your branch for more information.
pgcmls.info ,
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
New Parent/Baby classes start frequently; new session December/January. Parents learn games and songs, and spend time attuning to their babies. Openings in Parent/Child classes for 2's.
www.acornhill.org ,
info@acornhill.org,
9504 Brunett Ave.,
Silver Spring,
MD,
301-565-2282.
Adventure Theatre
Preschool Playlabs let children ages 12 to 24 months and their caregiver shimmy, shake, sing and play. Conductor Voyage's Magical Balloon Ride or Pretty Princess Adventures are perfect for 3 to 4 year olds with caregiver. Drop in or register for series.
www.adventuretheatre.org ,
7300 MacArthur Blvd.,
Glen Echo,
MD,
301-634-2270.
Alexandria Library
Visit the libraries in Alexandria for Baby Time, Mother Goose Time and Stories to Grow On.
alexandria.lib.va.us ,
Ballet Petite
Baby Dance (18-24 months) and Dancing Together (24-36 months) for parents and children use movement, music, little costumes, soft props and board books to delight the senses.
Bethesda, Potomac, Kentlands, McLean & Mount Vernon.
www.balletpetite.com ,
information@balletpetite.com,
301-229-6882.
BlackRock Center for the Arts
Music Together: Ages 3 months-5 years; Art Expressions, visual arts for ages 2 to 4. Excellent teachers; fun and bonding for all.
www.blackrockcenter.org ,
12901 Town Commons Dr.,
Germantown,
MD,
240-912-1058.
Blue Box Sports
Soccer Tots' Teddies class lets parents engage their 18-to-26-month-old child with props, songs and games. Lil Sluggers' Mascots class lets children begin their baseball experience with their caregiver by their side.
soccertotsva.com ,
Herndon,
VA,
703-709-1667.
Brookside Gardens
Flower Buds: The second Monday of every month and features gardening activities, stories, crafts and garden walks for children ages 3-5 with a parent.
www.brooksidegardens.org ,
1800 Glenallan Ave.,
Wheaton,
MD,
301-962-1400.
Budding Yogis
Family Yoga classes for parents, caregivers and kids to enjoy mindful yoga together in a fun, relaxed setting. Siblings welcome! No yoga experience necessary.
www.buddingyogis.com ,
3838 Northampton St., NW,
Washington,
DC,
202-686-1104.
Camp Olympia
Participate with your child in horseback riding! Enjoy instructional riding lessons together; your child (age 3-7) rides while you lead the horse. Joint classes with older children, private and group. Certified instructors.
www.camp-olympia.com ,
5511 Muncaster Mill Rd.,
Rockville,
MD,
301-926-9281.
CREATE Arts Center
Classes include Family Art for ages 2-3 with adults. Winter session begins in January.
www.createartscenter.org ,
816 Thayer Ave.,
Silver Spring,
MD,
301-588-2787.
Dynamite Gymnastics Center
Our 45-minute Sparklers class (12 months - 5 years) offers parents the opportunity to ilearn basic gymnastics technique and how to hand spot their children through gymnastics skills.
www.dynamitegc.com ,
Near White Flint Mall,
North Bethesda,
MD,
301-770-2700.
Earth Treks Climbing Centers
Kids and adults learn to climb together. Kids climb with instructors. Adults climb, learn to belay and learn safety skills. Then everyone climbs together. No experience necessary.
Columbia, Timonium & Rockville.
www.EarthTreksClimbing.com ,
800-CLIMB-UP.
Fairfax County Public Libraries
Fairfax County's libraries feature Saturday Storytimes for younger kids and Book Buddies for children ages 5-9 with an adult. See the website for more information.
fairffaxcounty.gov/library ,
Flying Kick Fitness, Inc.
Ages 4 & up. Top-quality traditional/Olympic-style tae kwon do. Children and parents learn together in a fun, safe, positive, enjoyable way. Family discounts available.
www.flyingkicktkd.com ,
4711 Chase Ave.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-951-0543.
Gaithersburg Arts Barn
45-minute "Songs & Stories" program allows preschoolers and parents/guardians to explore singing, dancing and active listening to story books. 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 11 a.m. December - June.
www.gaithersburgmd.gov/artsbarn ,
311 Kent Square Rd.,
Gaithersburg,
MD,
301-258-6394.
Harmonia School of Music & Art
Join us for early childhood programs Music in Me and Toddler Tunes. These interactive music classes involve piano, movement and fun for parents and students.
www.harmoniaschool.org ,
204-F Mill St. NE,
Vienna,
VA,
703-938-7301.
Imagination Stage
32 years of arts education experience! Parent/child classes include Early Childhood (ages 1-5) arts-based, multisensory play courses.
www.imaginationstage.org ,
4908 Auburn Ave.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-280-6060.
Jordan Kitt's Yamaha Music School
Junior Music Course by Yamaha (ages 4-5) lets parents and children discover the joy of music together.
In MD: College Park & Rockville. In VA: Fairfax & Sterling.
www.keyboardcenter.com ,
lessons@keyboardcenter.com,
800-968-4807.
Kintz-Mejia Academy of Ballet
Pre-ballet classes for children ages 3 to 5 develop the imagination, music and spacial imagery through yogic stretching and choreographic patterns.
www.kintzmejiaballet.com ,
1524 Spring Hill Rd.,
McLean,
VA,
703-506-1039.
Language FUNdamentals
Spanish Mommy and Me: 3-18 months, 18-36 months. Music, movement, games, art projects and other fun activities. The perfect time to introduce a new language!
www.languagefundamentals.com ,
4823 Fairmont Ave.,
Suite A,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-312-8847.
Language Stars
Parent and Tots Program
Through music, movement, art and more, children ages 12 months to 3 years learn together with their parents in our full-immersion foreign language environment. Choose Spanish, Mandarin, French, Italian or German.
Alexandria, Reston and Bethesda locations.
languagestars.com ,
866-55-STARS.
Le French Studio
Le French Studio is Northern Virginia's premier language immersion studio with instruction by a true French native. Baby & Me classes are designed for children 1 to 3 years.
lefrenchstudio.com ,
6118 Franconia Road,
Suite 220,
Alexandria,
VA,
703-646-8744.
Little Hands Kindermusik
High-quality music and movement classes for children ages 0-3 1/2 and their caregivers.
In MD: Gaithersburg, Olney & Rockville. In VA: Alexandria, Ashburn, Centreville, Fairfax, Manassas & Reston.
www.littlehands.com ,
703-631-2046.
The Little Gym
Bond with your child and make new friends in these interactive, developmentally focused classes. Explore motor-skill development through gymnastics-based activities, music, ball play and bubbles.
In MD: Gaithersburg, Germantown, Olney, Potomac & Silver Spring. In VA: Alexandria at Huntley Meadows, Ashburn, Fairfax, Gainesville & Springfield. 1-888-288-2878
www.thelittlegym.com ,
Loudoun Gymnastics Center
Mom, Dad & Me classes for children ages 18 months-3 years and their caregivers include movement, rhythms and simple gymnastics elements in a structured, creative learning environment.
www.loudoungymnastics.com ,
21586 Atlantic Blvd.,
Building #110,
Sterling,
VA,
703-444-9298.
Loudoun County Public Libraries
Loudoun County's libraries offer family rhythm, rhyme and storytime classes as well as a variety of classes designed for parent/caregiver and baby.
library.loudoun.gov ,
703-777-0368.
Misty Brae Farm
Mommy and Me Leadline classes introduce young children and their parents to horseback riding. Classes include grooming, tacking, leading, fun exercises and songs.
www.mistybraefarm.com ,
Aldie,
VA,
703-403-6422.
Montgomery County Public Libraries
Montgomery County's libraries offer a variety of events for caregivers and their babies, including Baby Bug Lapsits, Cuddle-Ups, Tuesday Tales and Family Storytimes. Contact your local library for more information.
montgomerycountymd.gov/library ,
Montgomery Parks
Hundreds of programs for young kids with their caregivers: hikes, ice skating, ice hockey, story times, crafts and more. Visit ParkPass.org to see all the new winter classes!
www.MontgomeryParks.org ,
9500 Brunett Ave.,
Silver Spring,
MD,
301-495-2595.
Music Together
Music classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents and caregivers. Developmentally appropriate and research-based. Alexandria, 703-548-7195; Arlington, Washington, DC, McLean, Sterling, 703-536-4706; Vienna, Fairfax, Reston, Herndon, 703- 424-7295; Centreville, Springfield, 703-370-0258; Alexandria, Burke, Fredericksburg, Lorton, Manassas, Stafford, 703-619-6441; Woodbridge, Gainesville, 703-583-8791; Montgomery County, 301-879-6988; Rockville, Potomac, Gaithersburg, 301-424-4359.
www.musictogether.com ,
Musical Expressions
Suzuki violin program. Daily adult participation strengthens the bond with child and enhances musical and social development. Program includes weekly lessons and biweekly group classes.
www.musicalexpressions.com ,
musicalexpressions@gmail.com,
10503 Redosier Ct.,
Bethesda,
MD,
301-530-7757.
musiKids, Inc.
Dynamic, interactive and educational music and movement classes for infants to 5-year-olds with their caregivers. Movers & Shakers, Open Play, parties and special events.
Washington, DC, Bethesda, Tenleytown, Gaithersburg.
info@musikids.com,
301-215-7946.
My Gym Children's Fitness Center
Games, music, dance, gymnastics and more for kids ages 6 weeks - 3 1/2 years and their grown-ups. Get moving and have fun at My Gym.
In MD: Bethesda, 301-652-2820 and Potomac, 301-983-5300. In VA: Alexandria, 703-971-5473; Burke, 703-425-5327 & Chantilly, 703-378-3100.
my-gym.com ,
Oh Susannah
Drop-in music participation programs for children 1-6 and caregivers. Rhythm instruments, puppets, movement and more. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Jammin' Java, Vienna.
www.susannahmusic.com ,
301-933-2006.
Ohr Kodesh Early Childhood Center
Parent Toddler program Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11 a.m. Share experiences with your child that will encourage a passion for learning in our warm, welcoming environment. Children must be 15 months or older.
okecc@comcast.net,
8300 Meadowbrook Ln.,
Chevy Chase,
MD,
301-589-3880.
Potomac Arts Academy
A variety of classes for young children encourage parental interaction. Sing, Dance, Create! Artistic Animals classes start February 14 for children 16 months to 3 years and their caregivers.
potomacacademy.gmu.edu ,
4260 Chain Bridge Road,
Fairfax,
VA,
703-993-9889.
Seven Minute Meditation
Family Together meditation instruction for all ages. Tame busy schedules with stress controls, increased focus, peaceful feelings.
Gaithersburg, Rockville & Kentlands.
www.SevenMinuteMeditation.com ,
301-424-8851.
Silver Star Gymnastics
"Little Stars" class provides a structured, cheerful environment for your toddler to move, jump and balance while engaging with their participating adult and the teacher.
14201 Woodcliff Ct., Bowie, MD, 301-352-5777.
www.gosilverstars.com ,
2701 Pittman Dr.,
Silver Spring,
MD,
301-589-0938.
Simon Says Yoga
Simon Says Yoga offers Baby and Me classes in a beautiful, peaceful, sunlit studio. Playful and safe yoga poses, games, songs and stories engage your child in the magic of yoga.
simonsaysyoga.com ,
simonsaysyoga@gmail.com,
4701 Sangamore Road,
Bethesda,
MD,
240-505-5448.
Sing Along With Karen
Music/Rhythm/Movement program for babies, toddlers and young-uns provides a first-rate parent and child interactive experience every time for mommy/daddy, grandparents and/or caregivers.
Classes in Bethesda, Potomac and Rockville.
www.singalongwithkaren.com ,
sngalong1@aol.com,
Stone Branch School of Art
Mommy/Daddy & Me classes for ages 2-4. Explore materials and learn about color, texture, line and shape. Music, dance and literature make a full sensory experience.
www.stonebranchart.com ,
1331-M Rockville Pike,
Rockville,
MD,
301-294-3600.
TK Gym & Martial Arts
Family Class provides an opportunity for parents (and grandparents!) to become involved in their children's interests. This class combines martial arts techniques from all classes.
www.tkmainc.com ,
6831 Wisconsin Ave.,
P102,
Chevy Chase,
MD,
301-657-7782.
Tiny Dancers
Our award-winning programs for children and their caregivers, Mom & Me (ages 2-3) and Wiggletoes (ages 18-30 months), combine technical excellence, creativity and bonding in a fun, nurturing environment.
www.tinydancers.com ,
info@tinydancers.com,
10875 Main St.,
#113,
Fairfax,
VA,
703-385-5580.
Washington Conservatory of Music
Fun and educational: Morning Early Childhood Music classes for child/caregiver, Mon. through Sat. at Glen Echo Park. Individual music lessons - ages 5 and up.
Two MD locations: Bethesda & Glen Echo Park.
www.washingtonconservatory.org ,
info@washingtonconservatory.org,
301-320-2770.
Washington DC Jewish Community Center
Parent Workshop: Baby Signs. Come to this workshop to learn the basics of early infant language development and baby sign language! Sunday, December 11; 4 to 5:30 p.m. Infants in arms are welcome. Pre-registration required.
http://washingtondcjcc.org/parentingcenter ,
1529 16th St., NW,
Washington,
DC,
202-777-327.
Washington Revels
Play Through the Ages! Saturday workshops for child-adult partners to make special memories. Universal themes expressed in seasonal songs, dances, stories and games.
www.revelsdc.org ,
531 Dale Dr.,
Silver Spring,
MD,
301-587-3835.
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Baby Artsplay, for children ages 6-36 months and their caregivers, is a holistic early childhood music, drama and movement program supporting intellectual, social, emotional and physical development.
www.wolftrap.org/education ,
classes@wolftrap.org,
1645 Trap Rd.,
Vienna,
VA,
703-937-6304.