Category Archives: Spring

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

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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

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I’m Going to… Strawberry Fields

The strawberry picking season is off to a slow start this year. Only a couple of the well-known farms have opened their fields so far, while most are usually welcoming the public to reap the harvest by now. The cooler … Continue reading

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Step Up to the KazokuFit Family Obstacle Course Challenge

Obstacle courses are all the rage these days. Mud runs and other races that involve physical challenges along the way seem to take place all the time now. In fact, I did one of those mud runs with a group … Continue reading

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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

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