Tag Archives: Things to do with Kids in Washington DC
40 Free Events in 40 Days at CHAW
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW) is hosting 40 free events in 40 days. Starting January 4 and running through February 12, the 40 events explore how art continually engages, inspires, informs, and excites … Continue reading
Where to Play on the Weekdays: December 26-30
Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend! Seeing as Monday is already well underway (better late than never, right?), these recs for weekday fun conveniently start with an evening activity. Beyond that, find ideas to keep the kids entertained … Continue reading
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The Weekend Round-Up: December 16-18
Holiday events are still running strong, and there are special museum programs and children’s shows to round out this weekend’s options for family fun. And, of course, DC’s tried and true activities are always a good bet — scroll … Continue reading
Where to Play on the Weekdays: December 13-16
We all deserve a break now and then. My husband and I just took a much-needed one and enjoyed a couple of kid-free days in NYC. And that’s a quick explanation of why Monday is missing from these suggestions … Continue reading
Filed under Art, Babies, DC, Educational, Free, Gradeschoolers, Live Entertainment, Museums, Music, Preschoolers, Theatre, Toddlers, Weekdays, Winter
The Weekend Round-Up: December 9-11
We’re in the throes of the holiday season. Lights are twinkling, mini trains are chugging, sugar plum fairies are dancing, and suckers like me are spending. Here’s a quick list of where your family can enjoy the festivities, plus … Continue reading
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Where to Play on the Weekdays: December 5-9
Monday – Kids ages 3-5 can meet the trees that represent the season at Green Spring Gardens’ workshop, Garden Sprouts: Forever Evergreens. Guests will get an intro to the tree then create a related craft. Admission is $5/county residents, … Continue reading
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The Weekend Round-Up: December 2-4
Holiday activities dominate this weekend round-up, but there are a few non-seasonal recommendations for all the Scrooge types, too. See a family-friendly film about Andy Warhol, visit Santa in his workshop, jam to folk music for children, sing along … Continue reading
Review: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Adventure Theatre
Our family experienced a milestone when we went to see ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, the holiday production currently running at Glen Echo Park’s Adventure Theatre: It was the first time ever that not-quite-three-year-old Sasha watched a play in … Continue reading
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The Weekend Round-Up: November 25-27
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and has emerged from the food comas unscathed, because this is a weekend to relish. Not only is it an extra long one, but we get to it enjoy it amid blue … Continue reading
