Partner Events
Partner Events
Celebrate Month of the Young Child with Us!
Throughout April, Arts for Learning and over 15 partner arts and early childhood organizations are hosting free and low-cost events for early learners and families. Families and caregivers will find a variety of events for children ages birth to six, including storytelling sessions, art activities, and hands-on art projects.
Check out our calendar below to see how you can celebrate Maryland Month of the Young Child with us! Check back regularly for updates, as events are being added to the calendar weekly.
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
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15 events,
Frederick County Public Schools Youth Art Month Unified Exhibition
Frederick County Public Schools Youth Art Month Unified Exhibition
A month-long exhibition showcasing artwork by FCPS students with disabilities and special needs.
Art Carts: All Month Long!
Art Carts: All Month Long!
Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different FREE activities each month, with the how-to videos available on the Delaplaine’s YouTube channel! FREE Available any…
Alphabet Train: The Letters O & P
Alphabet Train: The Letters O & P
For ages 3 - 6. Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome. This program takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll County Public Library…
14 events,
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Story Time! Read, sing, and play at the library during story time while developing early literacy skills. Story time is followed by an early literacy activity. For ages 18-36 months with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome at…
Read and Play
Read and Play
For ages Birth - 24 Months. Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg…
Twos and Threes Together
Twos and Threes Together
For ages 2 - 3. This lively fast-paced storytime for young children includes books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. This free event takes place at the Taneytown Branch of Carroll County Public Library. Siblings are welcome to attend this program.
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Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…
Move & Groove Storytime
Move & Groove Storytime
For ages Birth - 8. Join us for this energetic and interactive storytime. Explore your favorite children's books (and find some new ones) through song, dance, and creative movement. This free event takes place at the Eldersburg Branch of Carroll…
Ready, Set, School!
Ready, Set, School!
For ages 3 - 6. An independent storytime that prepares children for school. Fun, hands-on activities will teach listening, pre-reading, math, movement, music, and art skills. This free event takes place at the Mount Airy Branch of Carroll County Public…
12 events,
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making Of The Orchestra, a Midweek concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Experience the building of the orchestra! The dazzling centerpiece of this program is Philharmonia Fantastique: a 25-minute concerto and animated film that follows a magical Sprite on a musical journey through the instruments of the orchestra. By the film’s end,…
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 Free to the public
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Songs, stories, and fun for toddlers and their grownups. Designed for 2 year olds with a caregiver.
8 events,
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
Baby Masterpieces
Baby Masterpieces
Create beautiful pictures using your baby’s tiny hands and feet. Each child attending must register prior to the program. Friday, April 5th from 10:15-11:00AM Register here: https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/9894497 Located at the Bel Air Library of the Harford County Public Library. 100…
Musical Storytime: Aliens!
Musical Storytime: Aliens!
Music, movement, and stories for the whole family. Designed for ages 0 and up with a caregiver. We come in peace . . . Join us for a special storytime complete with flying saucers, songs and stories about visitors from…
9 events,
Stories & Art in the Galleries: The Hidden Rainbow
Stories & Art in the Galleries: The Hidden Rainbow
Join the Chesapeake Arts Center for our newest family program: Stories & Art in the Galleries! Children will enjoy a story and complimentary age-appropriate art activity while viewing CAC's latest gallery exhibit. In conjunction with the Maryland Day celebration, we're…
Imagination Celebration Kick Off Event
Imagination Celebration Kick Off Event
Are you ready for a free, family-friendly, fun-filled day complete with stories, animals, puppets, and more? Join us on Saturday, April 6, from 10am to 2pm at the Central Library for our Imagination Celebration Kick Off event! Meet Tammi Sauer…
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
1 event,
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Mini Aquatic Jar Masterpiece with Guest Artist, Kelsey Joyce
Come to Port Discovery April 5-7th to create your very own Aquatic Jar Mini-Masterpiece! Create your very own personal aquatic habitat for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay residents using a jar, seashells, faux plants, underwater toy animals, pebbles, blue…
11 events,
Mini Makers Art Play
Mini Makers Art Play
Taught by Bethany Love at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis, MD. Mondays- 10:00-11:00am Ages 18 months - 4 years Starts 3/18 through 4/29 (no class 4/1) Member Tuition - $120 Non-member - $145 Class ID:W24BL2 www.marylandhall.org Mini Makers…
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Songs, stories, and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.