November is full of events perfect for preschoolers. There is plenty to keep your preschooler busy from story times to movies to nature activities. Whether you live in Annapolis or Baltimore or anywhere in between, there is something just for you and your preschooler this month.
Updated 2016
1 Tuesday
Thankful For
Families write on feathers what they are thankful for. Free. 9am-9pm. Riviera Beach Library, Pasadena. 410-222-6285, aacpl.net/location/rivierabeach
2 Wednesday
Mr Paca’s Backyard Program
Hear the story of “Peter and the Wolf” and then listen to parts of the symphony created especially for the book. $7; members, $5. 10-11:15am. Ages 3-5. William Paca House and Garden, Annapolis. 410-990-4543, annapolis.org
3 Thursday
Creek Critters
Thursdays weekly. Learn about the local environment with indoor and outdoor activities. See what critters live in the woodlands and creek. Stories, songs, games and crafts. Ages 3-10. Free with $4 museum admission. 10:30am. Chesapeake Children’s Museum, Annapolis. 410-990-1993, theccm.org
4 Friday
Tales & Tails
Fridays weekly. Animal stories followed by an animal meet and greet. Free. 10-11am. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. 443-738-9220, explorenature.org
First Fridays
Museum admission discounted. $10. 5-8pm. Maryland Science Center, Baltimore. 410-685-2370, mdsci.org/event/first-fridays-8
Baltimore Greek Festival
Nov. 4-6. Greek dancing, food and more. Free. Fri. and Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., noon-6pm. Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation, Baltimore. facebook.com/BaltGreekFestival
5 Saturday
American Indian Heritage Day
Hands-on activities, storytelling, archery and more. Free. 11am-4pm. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, St. Leonard. 410-586-8501, jefpat.org
Take Flight
Learn about the history and science of flight through hands-on demonstrations, experiments and crafts to take home. Free. 2-4pm. College Park Aviation Museum. 301-699-2449, jefpat.org
6 Sunday
Pay What You Want Day
Donate an amount of your choice instead of paying normal admission prices. 9am-5pm. National Aquarium, Baltimore. 410-576-3800, aqua.org
Science Sundays
Explore the natural world of science. Hands-on exhibits, outside hikes, crafts and more. All ages. Free. 10am-noon. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. 443-738-9200, explorenature.org/center-event/science-sundays-5
Full STEAM Ahead
Learn about the arts and sciences in the 19th century with hands-on activities. Registration required. Free. Noon-3pm. Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale Park. 301-864-0420, history.pgparks.com/sites_and_museums/Riversdale_House_Museum.htm
First Sunday Arts Festival
Live entertainment, over 100 local and regional artists, food and more. Free. Noon. Calvert and West streets, Annapolis. 410-263-4012, firstsundayarts.com
Veterans’ Parade
Annual “Salute to Veterans” parade featuring music, floats and more. Free. 1pm. 305 Queen Anne Street, La Plata. 301-934-8421, visitmaryland.org/event/veterans-parade#sthash.ds9suOrX.dpuf
8 Tuesday
Election Day
Make election signs, and vote in the voting booth. For children. Free. 9am-9pm. Deale Library. 410-222-1925, aacpl.net/location/deale
Pilgrim History and Hayride
Pilgrim history educational program. Guides dressed in costume. Four stations — the Pilgrim’s home life, chores, the games they played and Native Americans and their relationship with the pilgrims. Hayride. $8; adults attending with children are free. 1-3pm. Sharp Farm, Brookeville. 410-489-2572, sharpfarm.com
Collage Art
Make collage art. Free. 7pm. Severn Library. 410-222-6280, aacpl.net/location/severn
10 Thursday
Veterans Day Activities
Celebrate veterans with stories, songs and a craft. Free. 6pm. Severn Library. 410-222-6280, aacpl.net/location/severn
Star Wars Night
The galactic empire invades the library. Costumes welcome. Free. 6:30pm. Mountain Road Library, Pasadena. 410-222-6699, aacpl.net/location/mountainroad
Super Hero’s Day
Nov. 10 and 12. Create a superhero mask, cuffs and shield; ride the superhero express; meet superheros; and enjoy stories, games and more. 10am-3:30pm. Train departs Thurs., 11:30am; Sat., 11:30am and 2pm. $18; $12 ages 2-12. Train rides $3 adults; $2 children. B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. 410-752-2490, borail.org/super-hero-day.aspx
11 Friday
Veterans Day Parade
Parade honors veterans and active duty military. Memorial wreath-laying ceremony follows. Free. 10am. Washington Street, Leonardtown. 301-475-9791, visitstmarysmd.com/events-entertainment/veterans-day-parade
Owls and Oreos
Experience nature at night. Explore the trails at Irvine, meet a new animal friend and enjoy a snack. Free, members; $10, non-members. 7-8pm. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. 443-738-9200, explorenature.org
Maryland Irish Festival
Nov. 11-13. Irish music, Irish dancers, cultural exhibits and more. $10-50; free, ages 17 and under. Fri., 6-11pm; Sat., noon-11pm; Sun., noon-6pm. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium. Irishfestival.com.s141542.gridserver.com
Waterfowl Festival
Nov. 11-13. Event includes Dock Dogs competition, artists, birds of prey demonstrations and more. $15, ages 11 and under, free. Check website for times. Various venues, Easton. waterfowlfestival.org
12 Saturday
Star, Stripes and Chow…Chili Edition
Fundraiser supports homeless veterans. Chili cook-off, live music, kids zone and more. $40; ages 10 and under, free. 1-5pm. Gameday Warehouse, Baltimore. baltimorestation.org/event/stars-stripes-chow-chili-edition
Maryland Alpacas and Fleece Festival
Nov. 12-13. Fall festival featuring live animals, yarn, demos and more. Free. 10am-4pm. Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship. 443-848-7201, marylandalpacas.org
13 Sunday
National Harbor Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pictures with Santa, crafts, holiday movie and more. Free. Noon-7pm. National Harbor. nationalharbor.com/event/tree-lighting-ceremony
Wood Ducks
Learn about ducks through crafts, stories and more. Ages 5-7. Registration is required. Free. 1-2:30pm. Patuxent North Track, Laurel. 301-497-5887, fws.gov/refuge/Patuxent
Harbor Holiday Movies
Showing of “Prancer,” rated PG. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free. 2pm. National Harbor. 1-877-628-5427, nationalharbor.com/movies-on-the-potomac
Free Family Sunday
Learn to print light and dark shadows. Free. 2-5pm. Baltimore Museum of Art. 443-573-1700, artbma.org
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