Kids & Family
5 Things to do with the Kids This Weekend in Greater Elkridge
Look to the skies in Columbia, the trees in Ellicott City and Dr. Seuss in Elkridge for entertainment.
- When: 6–8:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 24; 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: in Columbia
What: Science, technology and engineering projects by middle and high school students will be on display during this open house.Cost: Free
- When: 10–11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: in Ellicott City
What: Scope out the wildlife with binoculars and learn how animals and plants survive in the cold.
Cost: $7
When: 12:30–3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: 5460 Trumpeter Road in Columbia
What: Kids can interact with instruments after a show by Kinetics Dance Theatre.
Cost: Free for kids under 11; $15 for children 12 and up
- When: 1–2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: in Columbia
What: Peer into the skies at the nature center's planetarium.
Cost: $3
When: 2–2:45 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: of Howard County Library
What: In advance of Dr. Seuss' March 2 birthday, celebrate his life through activities and crafts inspired by his books.
Cost: Free
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