Category Archives: Educational
Where to Play on the Weekdays: May 20-24
Monday – Explore the history of mail at the National Postal Museum. It’s a perfect outing with little ones — the museum isn’t very big and overwhelming, and there are numerous interactive exhibits to keep young guests engaged. Plus, it’s … Continue reading
The Weekend Round-Up: May 18-19
There’s no excuse for boredom this weekend with so many fantastic events going on around the area. However, if the forecast is right, you might want to refer to this list of indoor suggestions, too. (And if the sun keeps … Continue reading
Heads-Up on Local Closings
Within just the last few days, I’ve learned about a couple of closings to keep in mind — both are places among the KFDC compendium for family recreation. As of this week, the U.S. National Arboretum will be closed to … Continue reading
Where to Play on the Weekdays: May 13-17
Monday – Wander around the beautiful grounds, play in the cute Children’s Garden, and walk among hundreds of butterflies at the annual Wings of Fancy exhibit at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, Md. The park is open sunrise to sunset, the … Continue reading










