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GRAB & GO KIDS PLANNER: Easter and Earth Day Activities Abound
Here's a list of family-friendly activities for you to try this weekend.
Between Easter and Earth Day there is no shortage of family-friendly activities happening this weekend.
We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to discover. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.
Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!
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MARYLAND SCIENCE CENTER: EARTH DAY
When/Where: Saturday, April 23, noon to 4 p.m. at the Maryland Science Center, 601 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230.
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Why go: The Maryland Science Center celebrates Earth Day with an afternoon of hands-on activities and experiments that will inspire visitors to do their part in caring for the planet. Here are just a few activities to enjoy:
- Harness the awesome power of renewable energy by sending solar bags aloft over the Inner Harbor.
- Take an urban safari through the Science Center’s green roof to learn its environmental benefits.
- Test your sorting savvy by separating paper, glass and plastic in recycling races.
- Perform chemistry experiments and expand your eco-knowledge with green gurus from local colleges and universities.
- Get the inside dirt on seeds and salad boxes from the Maryland Master Gardeners Earth Day.
Price: $15 Adults, kids $12.
RIDE THE RAILS WITH THE B&O EASTER BUNNY
When/Where: Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23 at the B&O Railroad Museum, 901 West Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21223.
Trains depart at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Why Go: This event gives new meaning to “hop on board.” Take a round-trip ride with the B&O’s Easter Bunny for a special treat. Children may have their photograph taken with the B&O Bunny at Dr. Coupler’s Railroad Photorium.
Price: Adults $14, kids $8.
MARY SUE CANDIES BUNNY BONANZOO
When/Where: Friday, April 22 to Sunday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, at the Waterflow Lake Pavilion.
Why Go: The Easter Bunny has left some eggs behind at the zoo! (Just make sure you don’t pick up something that is not an intended Easter egg—Ally the Alligator may come looking for you!) Celebrate the holiday with this annual festival, complete with games, crafts, live entertainment, food and free egg hunts. Each child that participates in an egg hunt can redeem his found eggs for Mary Sue chocolate eggs.
CROMWELL VALLEY PARK: EASTER EGG HUNT
When/Where: Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to noon at 2175 Cromwell Bridge Road, Baltimore, MD 21234.
Why Go: If you don’t, who's going to eat all that chocolate? In addition to the hunt, you can also:
- Make an Easter bonnet/hat
- Visit with the Easter Bunny
- See a 4-H Rabbit Club presentation
- Compete in a jelly bean and M&M counting contest
- Play family games and participate in natural egg dyeing
Egg Hunt Times:
- Ages 3 - 4 10:30 a.m.
- Ages 5 - 6 10:45 a.m.
- Ages 7 - 8 11 a.m.
- Ages 9 - 10 11:15 a.m.
HAWKS HILL CREAMERY: EASTER EGG HUNT (AND MORE)
When/Where: Saturday, April 23 from noon to 6 p.m. at 805 Highland Road, Street, MD 21154.
Why Go: Earth Day and Easter celebrations are combined with hayrides, a petting zoo, ice cream, food, plants, picnic area and more. Egg hunt starts at 1 p.m. Different areas for different ages.
Price: Tickets required. Call 410-688-7922 for more information.
