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Catch a Movie on the Green

Catch a Movie on the Green

By Jennifer Batten

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Histortic Annapolis Patch

We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.
 
We know you're busy, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable driving distance.
 
Look for the kids’ planner each week, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!
 
Screen on the Green-Outdoor Movie Series
 
    * Where/When: Park Place,  5 Park Place, Annapolis. Thursday, July 7, 8:15 to 10:30 p.m.
    * Why: Celebrate the dog days of summer with a movie and some fun. The event is free, and popcorn and other concessions will be sold there. This week's movie is Field of Dreams.
    * Price:  Free.
 
Smithsonian Folklife Festival
 
    * Where/When: National Mall, between the Smithsonian museums. Thursday, July 7 through Monday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    * Why: Celebrate a wide variety of cultures—new and old—at this massive festival honoring tradition. Be sure to pick up a Columbia Journeys or Peace Corps guide, each offers a good selection of activities appropriate for families.
    * Price: Free.
 
Dolphin Sleepover
 
    * Where/When: National Aquarium, 501 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD. Saturday overnight into Sunday, July 8-9, 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
    * Why: Make a last-minute surprise for the dolphin lover in your family. Trip includes admission to aquarium, reserved seating for the dolphin show, a behind the scenes tour, a visit to the 4D Immersion theater and meals for dinner and breakfast.
    * Price: $94.95 Adults, seniors, children. Members discounted pricing at $84.95. Participants in the Dolphin Sleepover must be at least 8 years old. A paid adult must accompany all children
 
Go Green with Pam and Rascal
 
    * Where/When: Annapolis Area Library Branch, 1410 West St.. Tuesday at 3:30 and 7 p.m.
    * Why: Pam and her chipmunk puppet "Rascal" are returning to join the Summer Reading Club events at the library. Share songs and stories about the environment. Perfect for all ages.
 
    * Price: Free.
 
*Plan ahead to sign up your child for this fun Navy experience!
 
Navy Way Basic Boot Camp
 
    * Where/When: US Naval Academy, Visitor Center. Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
    * Why: Your sailor-in-training will get a taste of the "Navy Way" with this two hour camp. Recruits ages 6 to 12 will be issued a 'Dixie Cup' cap and set off to learn how to march, chant, follow orders and dine in a simulated mess hall scenario.
 
    * Price: Cost is $36.00 and includes "Dixie cup" cap, boot camp, lunch (two slices of pizza and soda) and a certificate of participation, which each Swabbie receives at graduation.

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