Grab and Go and Head to the Farm
Looking for something to do with the kiddos this weekend? Here are a few suggestions from in and around Ellicott City.
CLARKS ELIOAK FARM OPENING WEEKEND
Where/When: Clarks Elioak Farm on Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: Come out and celebrate spring's arrival at the farm! There will be pony rides, a petting zoo and other kid-friendly activities.
Pricing: Depends on activity
Where/When: New Cut Road Stream, Ellicott City, Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Why go: You can show your kids that the environment isn't just something to read about -- they can help by cleaning up New Cut Road Stream. Register by sending an email to patapscofriend@gmail.com.
Pricing: Free/Volunteer
Where/When: Patapsco Valley State Park Avalon Area at 5120 South St. in Halethorpe on Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Why Go: This is a great springtime family project! You all can learn more about bluebirds and monitor a bluebird house every two weeks from April to June. This is a great way to get your family out of the house and learn something new while you're at it!
Pricing: Free but donations are welcome
THE ODD OLYMPICS: INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Where/When: Howard County Library Central Branch on Friday, April 1, from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Why Go: Come out and see the Odd Theatre Group explain how trees race, how difficult it is to NOT fall off of a chair and other fun topics like those!
Pricing: Free
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Clark's Elioak Farm
10500 State Route 108, Ellicott City, MD -
It's a Family Affair
April 2, 2011 at 10:00 am–12:00 pm5120 South St, Halethorpe, MD (Patapsco Valley State Park: Avalon Area) -
The Odd Olympics: Interactive Entertainment
April 1, 2011 at 2:00 pm–2:45 pm -
Howard County Library Central Branch
10375 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia, MD
