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Kid-friendly Activities in DC, Maryland & Northern Virginia this Weekend (3/21 - 3/23)

Liv and her friend Ava pose with their hyacinth craft at the National Museum of Asian Art.
These two made some pretty cool hyacinth vases at Nowruz Family Day
I know Spring is about to touch down when I see Nowruz events pop up! This past Sunday we visited the National Museum of Asian Art for their Nowruz Family Day in honor of Persian New Year. There were performances, story times in Discovery Theater, a bunch of activities like chess and a scavenger hunt. AND tons crafts including Threads of Iran paper dolls, a Hyacinth vase craft hosted by the Iranian Community School of Vienna, VA and a DIY Haft Sin Table creation. It was fun learning about the holiday and taking part in activities that furthered the learning. Up next is of course Cherry Blossom season. Y'all, I've never been to the Tidal Basin to see the cherry blossoms. We pass them every year but the crowds always make me say heck no! LOL If we make it out there this year, you'll be the first to know 🙂 Now on to this weekend's events...
Sarah in a hot pink dress
Sarah Acors
Creator of 4DMV Kids & Founder of BCB DMV+

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Maryland Day 2025

This weekend (3/21 - 3/23) in Anne Arundel County + Annapolis, MD celebrate Maryland Day! Maryland Day Weekend is a celebration of the founding of the State of Maryland. The unique heritage in and around Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy an array of historic homes and institutions. Maryland Day events are a great way to get out with family and friends to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Most events are free or cost $1 to participate. Tap the image above for the listing of events!

collage of the Science Guys of Baltimore
Featured Event | Head to the Smithsonian's Discovery Theater (located in the basement of the National Museums of Asian and African Art) for a special show "Fantastic Forces" presented by the Science Guys of Baltimore. "In a thrilling interactive show, young scientists embark on a STEM adventure where they take on a mission filled with electrifying obstacles. Together we attempt to defy gravity, test the limits of our velocity, and uncover the science-based principles that help us navigate our way through the world." Tickets are $3 - $8 without Smithsonian membership and there are two show times available. Tap the image above for more info!

Friday, March 21, 2025

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Featured Event | It's Cherry Blossom season! Saturday (3/22) is the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Cherry Blossom Family Celebration at Kogod Courtyard from 11:30 am - 3:00 pm. Begin the day on the F Street Plaza (weather permitting) with a taiko drumming performance by drumming group Nen Daiko. The program continues inside in the Kogod Courtyard for Japanese pop, boogie, and more with Les The DJ. Enjoy other performances while children (ages 12 and younger) make cherry-blossom themed crafts. Seasonal treats will be available for purchase from the Courtyard Café. A spring-themed scavenger hunt through SAAM’s galleries extends the cherry blossom fun. Tap the image above for info!

Saturday, March 22, 2025

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Featured Event | Although MOCOMCON hosted by the Montgomery County Public Libraries is both Saturday (3/22) and Sunday (3/23), Sunday's events are geared towards families with a costume parade, stovytimes, dance party, scavenger hunt and other activities plus a graphic novel workshop for older kids! There are also other events listed above happening at Germantown Library on Saturday! Tap the image above for more info.

Sunday, March 23, 2025

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  • 1:00 pm | Spellbinders Story Fest at Long Branch Nature Center (Best for ages 4+) 
  • 2:30 pm | Virginia’s State Salamander at Gulf Branch Nature Center ($)
    • Learn about the life of salamanders including Virginia’s State Salamander, the northern red salamander and take a stroll in the park.

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This Week's Book Recommendation

This week's recommendation comes from Local Author C.L. Holliday and her book, "You Can Have Your Cake and Grandparents Too!" Follow this tale of a grandson as he recalls countless, exciting memories with each of his grandparents just days before his birthday. When you have 6 grandparents, there is never a dull moment, and you can bet on having more fun than you can handle. Tap the image above for C.L.'s Linktree to see multiple locations to purchase this book!
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