Youth Activities Archives -

Dates for ‘Small Fry Adventures’ family outings announced by Delaware’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Outdoor programs upcoming at Aquatic Resources Education Center

July 16, 2019Across Our Desk

SMYRNA, DE – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife invites families with young children to come out to the Aquatic Resources Education Center to enjoy an exciting lineup of “Small Fry Adventures” this summer. Programs will be held 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, July 23 and 30, and August 13, 2019 at the Aquatic Resources Education Center, […]

David Darwin: One Man Sideshow; Kent County Public Library Celebrates Summer Reading Kickoff

June 18, 2019Across Our Desk

Kent County Public Library’s summer reading program is back! This year’s theme, A Universe of Stories, creates the opportunity for kids to explore the galaxy through books, special events, and the ever-popular summer reading game. The excitement kicks off on Monday, June 24, 2019 with three performances by David Darwin, One Man Sideshow. From juggling […]

A Hero’s Journey, Helping Kids Unlock their Inner Superhero

May 31, 2019Across Our Desk

Chestertown, MD. – For the second summer, Kent County resident Christina Stinchcomb is opening her farm to local youth for a powerful experiential workshop, A Hero’s Journey. With partial support through a grant from the Maryland Horse Industry Board, a division of the Department of Agriculture, Ms. Stinchcomb is able to provide scholarships to some […]

Taiko Drumming at the Garfield on May 28, 2019

May 6, 2019Across Our Desk

Chestertown, MD – The spring installment of the Garfield’s Educational Outreach Program features Mark H. Rooney, described as “the world’s most dangerous half-Scottish/half-Japanese solo taiko artist”, in a performance that is open to the public on May 28th 2019 at 10:30am. Taiko is a dynamic form of full-body drumming based in Japanese tradition. Based in […]

Children to mix art with science at Chesapeake Maritime Museum this February

November 26, 2018Across Our Desk

ST MICHAELS, MD – Each Saturday this February, young mariners ages 4– 9 are invited to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., to participate in CBMM’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) Team. Class sizes are limited, with advanced registration needed. Each week, STEAM Team participants will join instructor Martha Hamlyn in […]

Free MUSICAMP Performance at the Garfield Center on July 13th

July 2, 2018Across Our Desk

MUSICAMP returns to the Garfield Center for the Arts in Chestertown for its sixth year, featuring local talent ages 8 to 15. This year the production is, “Steamboatin’: A Musical Journey Along the Mississippi.” Written by Jill & Dr. Michael Gallina and directed by Julie Lawrence. Join us in this family friendly show as we […]

A Celebration of Children’s Books in Rock Hall – Just in Time for Summer Reading!

June 13, 2018Across Our Desk

Just in time for summer, the children’s and young adult collections at Kent County Public Library’s Rock Hall Branch are being refreshed, rejuvenated, and filled with brand new books! Maryland State Education Association president Betty Weller will be the guest of honor at this celebration of books and education. Join us for light refreshments and […]

Maryland Conservation Corps Now Recruiting Young Adults

June 6, 2018Across Our Desk

Award-Winning Program Provides Practical Experience and Skills Training The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now recruiting members for the Maryland Conservation Corps, an award-winning AmeriCorps program that engages young adults aged 17-25 in extensive conservation, environmental and natural resources management projects across the state. The department seeks to hire 35 full-time members who will […]

Maryland’s Park Quest Kicks Off Outdoor Adventures for 2018

May 1, 2018May 1, 2018Across Our Desk

Registration for Popular Annual Program Now Open; 1,000 Slots Available The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has opened registration for Park Quest, the beloved family-based outdoor adventure program in state parks throughout Maryland. Park Quest aims to engage families in outdoor activities throughout the summer and fall by encouraging them to experience Maryland’s vast cultural, […]

Church Hill Theatre’s Green Room Gang Theatre Camp Opens Registration

April 2, 2018March 30, 2018Across Our Desk

Registration for Church Hill Theatre’s 20th consecutive year of the Green Room Gang youth theatre program is officially open! The GRG Program has provided opportunities for young people of the Eastern Shore to experience true live theatre, from auditions to curtain call, for two decades. CHT offers a standing ovation to our entire community for […]