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September 27, 2007
Weekend Watch: Festival in Arlington & Fundraiser Kids' Party in Alexandria
It's the weekend of the annual Clarendon Day Street Festival in Arlington, this Saturday from 12 noon to 7 p.m. We love the Clarendon neighborhood, and it's a great way to enjoy being outdoors with little ones during the nice weather. Lots of food, live music, arts and vendors, and children's activities.
And in Alexandria on Saturday, from 3 to 6 p.m., it's the "Let's Get It Started" fundraising kick-off party for the new Alexandria Soft Playroom, to be housed at the Chinquapin Rec Center. The party takes place outdoors at the Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St. (but will move indoors to the Rec Center if it rains). FREE admission and geared toward children and families: Moonbounces, a ball pit, games, live kids' entertainment, and arts and crafts. Mr. Don performs from 4 to 5 p.m.
Posted by Sarah at 6:11 PM
September 26, 2007
Continuing ed class in NoVa: "Successful Job Re-Entry for Moms"
What a smart concept - and SO needed. This fall the Alexandria campus of NoVa Community College is offering a new continuing ed class, "Step-by-Step Guide to Successful Job Re-Entry for Moms."
The course will be offered twice, and each course meets for two sessions: October 11 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon OR November 8 and 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. Classes meet at 3001 N. Beauregard St.
Posted by Sarah at 1:16 PM
September 24, 2007
Pat-a-Cakes in-store event in Chevy Chase
Pat-a-Cakes is doing a special event at Lemon Drop in Chevy Chase, Saturday, October 6, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. It's a good chance to make a gift for a special someone in advance of the holidays!
Here's a description of the event from Gayle Moseley of Pat-a-Cakes:
"Capture a stage of your child's life forever with a custom ceramic impression of little hands and feet. It takes just a moment to gently press your child's hand or foot in soft clay. Each pat-a-cake is carefully hand-finished and painted in a color of your choice, kiln-fired twice for a lustrous, durable finish and adorned with coordinating ribbon."
To reserve your spot at this in-store event, please call or email well in advance: Gayle Moseley at 202.237.7389 or gayle-at-mypatacakes-dot-com. Lemon Drop is located next to Starbucks and Einstein Bagels at 8530 Connecticut Ave., just inside the Beltway.
Posted by Sarah at 2:18 PM
September 21, 2007
Weekend Watch: Children's Festival at Wolf Trap
It's the weekend for the International Children's Festival at Wolf Trap.
In its 37th year, the 2007 festival runs both Saturday and Sunday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and has over 80 young performers from Bolivia, Nepal, Spain, and Sweden, as well as the TAP KIDS from New York City and 20+ local children's performing groups on stages throughout the park.
Little ones under age three get in FREE. Tix for kids ages three to 12 are $10; adults and teens $12; and seniors $10.
To download the festival program, click here. To purchase tickets online, click here.
Posted by Sarah at 1:06 PM
September 19, 2007
World's best lemonade, this weekend in Ashburn
Thanks to DCB reader Jennifer Militello for sharing the announcement of a very special event taking place on Saturday in Ashburn, VA:
WHAT: The Children Helping Children Second Annual Lemonade Stand, supporting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (September) and Pediatric Brain Tumor Awareness Day (September 30th). Also benefiting Taylor Love and the Children's Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation.
WHEN: Saturday, September 22, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: In front of Rita's Water Ice, 44050 Ashburn Village Shopping Center, Suite 155.
Jennifer also shared with me the moving story of a local child, two-year-old Taylor Love, who has neuroblastoma, a devastating pediatric cancer.
On September 10, five fathers (including Mike Love, Taylor's dad) set out on a 3,800-mile non-stop bike trip called The Loneliest Road Campaign from Sacramento, CA to Washington, DC. This campaign is an attempt to raise much needed funding and awareness for childhood cancer. Each father in the campaign has a child suffering from neuroblastoma in its fourth stage. Each child only has a 20 to 30 percent chance of survival, with a 50 percent relapse rate. The dads' goal is to raise $3 million for a new treatment they believe will help add years to their children's lives, to raise awareness, and to increase funding to find a cure. Learn more about their effort - and contribute your support - at www.loneliestroad.org.
Posted by Sarah at 6:14 PM
September 18, 2007
"Conscious Parenting" workshop with Francine Ronis
Fabulous child/family therapist and parenting coach Francine Ronis, LPC, is leading a parenting workshop on October 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Burke, VA.
"Conscious Parenting" will explore what it takes to be a conscious, mindful parent, focusing on identifying and removing blocks that keep you from being the parent you really want to be. Francine says "We will explore individual issues, meditation, how to have more patience and really be present and joyful in your relationship with your children."
A discount will be offered to registrations received before October 12. For more info, contact Francine at: francineronis-at-gmail-dot-com or 571.213.9215.
Posted by Sarah at 2:05 PM
September 14, 2007
Weekend Watch: Fiesta at the Zoo
Enjoy the cooler temps this weekend at the National Zoo! On Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) hosts its Annual Fiesta Musical celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
There will be Hispanic and Latino music, costumed dancers, traditional foods, art and crafts (some available for purchase) and (of course) animal demonstrations. It's FREE admission, but be forewarned about scarce parking. If you can, take metro.
Posted by Sarah at 4:29 PM
September 10, 2007
Andy's Parties offers discount to DCB readers!
Andy's Parties is offering a great discount for my readers: A half-price Open Play Pass, $20 for 10 visits. That's a 60 percent discount off buying individual passes. Just mention DC BABY when you purchase.
Also, mark your calendar: Andy's Parties is planning a big Gaithersburg event in the Kentlands for Halloween Day. "Halloween Rocks" will be held October 31 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., featuring live music from kid-favorite Rocknocerus, plus trick-or-treating and crafts/games led by local vendors. Stay tuned for more more details.
Posted by Sarah at 2:57 PM
September 7, 2007
Weekend Watch: Circus fun at the Kennedy Center
Tomorrow, Saturday, from 12 noon to 7 p.m., The Kennedy Center opens its doors to all ages for the FREE, family-friendly 23rd Annual Open House Arts Festival.
This year's theme is "Underground Circus," and there will be over 30 performances on indoor and outdoor stages...as well as hands-on activities just for kids. Jugglers, acrobats, dancers, theater, live music, you name it. Plus, it's a chance to let the little ones burn energy on those endless plush stairs inside the Kennedy Center. Priceless.
Posted by Sarah at 1:31 PM
September 4, 2007
New on the blog scene: DC Metro Moms
There's a new blog on the local scene. DC Metro Moms officially launches this week, featuring posts from mom-writers who live and work in the Washington, DC area.
The author lineup already features a few names that are readily familiar to me, including the fabulous Devra Renner of Parentopia fame. And they are interested in adding more local mom-bloggers to their lineup! If you are a writer and you'd like to be considered as a contributor, visit the site and contact Jill Asher: jill.asher-at-gmail-dot-com.
The DC Metro Moms Blog is the second offshoot of the popular (and sometimes controversial) Silicon Valley Mom's Blog. http://www.svmoms.com In April 2007, Silicon Valley Moms Blog launched its first sister site, the Chicago Moms Blog.
Happy blogging, and happy reading!
Posted by Sarah at 8:08 PM
September 1, 2007
My Gym-Potomac offers discount to DCB readers
My Gym Children's Fitness Center in Potomac (Cabin John Mall) is offering a discount to DCB readers!
The special applies to their "Little Bundles" class, which is for babies age six weeks to six months and incorporates circle time, songs and dance with baby, and exploration and play on the gym equipment (toys, balls, slides, trampolines, swings, etc.) The class starts this week - Wednesdays, September 5 through November 7 from 1:15 to 2 p.m.
THE DISCOUNT: My Gym-Potomac is waiving the registration fee of $75, plus discounting the class cost an additional 50 percent. The class total will be just $95 for the entire 10-week session. TO REDEEM: You must mention that you are a reader of DC BABY when you call to enroll: 301.983.5300.
Posted by Sarah at 2:30 PM