Catandabird Children's Concert

Saturday, January 22: Catandabird Children’s Concert
This delightful ensemble is the brain child of Vasily Taranov (Mr. V) who picked up musical
tidbits from around the world along his way to Washington, D.C.. Mr. V. is joined by Emily
Chimiak, a young French/American singer and violinist living in Crofton whose honest and
fresh sound results from playing concerts at family gatherings where everyone claps and sings. Their musical discoveries are carried from one project to the next, as evidenced
by the latest CD, a Russian folk-gypsy-early rock-inspired collection of children’s songs.

The performers will chat with the audience after the performance and autograph CD’s
which will be available for sale. 10-10:30 am.

All ages. Advance tickets (through Friday, January 21): $5 / $4 CCM members. At the
door: $10 / $8 CCM members.

Sample Cat and a bird's music by clicking here.

Wizards in the Air for October

Are you ready to chase the golden snitch? Cadette Girl Scout Troop 820 from Annapolis is conjuring up a special treat for Harry Potter fans. Wizard Fair - a magical event for ages 6 and up – will take place at CCM on Saturday, October 23^rd from 3 to 6 pm. Turn left on Privet Lane, step through the door onto "Platform 9 3/4" and enjoy Harry Potter and wizard-themed games, crafts, and treats. Mix potions, try magic tricks, taste exotic jellybeans, and visit the Leaky Cauldron for some pumpkin juice. Dress as your favorite magic character. Fun is guaranteed for children ages 6 and up. Note, if you look like a grown up but can access your inner wizard, you’re just as likely to have a good time. Your $10 admission fee benefits CCM.

Girl Scout helpers are welcome to join the planning committee. Please email Paula – pdthayer@verizon.net or Alé at feymeadowsfarm@gmail.com. Special bonfire following the event for Girl Scouts only.

Every Day is Earth Day

Upcoming Event:

August 26 from 10am-11am

Incoming freshmen from the University of Maryland will lead activities for preschoolers about recycling and taking care of the environment. Free with museum admission.

Silent Auction

Note to Calico Jack: Too much booty leftover from What’s Up party to bury. So we be raising some doubloons with a Silent Auction.

Silent Auction at CCM through July 15 over 50 FABULOUS prizes. Bidding closes at 5 pm. Winners notified July 16 by phone.

Avast ye Hearties! The Best of all Parties!

Thursday, June 24th

This party is for swashbucklers and seafarers salty enough to know how to arrange for a babysitter on a summer’s eve. Chesapeake Children’s Museum is one of the lucky non-profits selected to benefit from the Best of Annapolis and Eastern Shore Party produced by What’s Up? Magazine. The event will be held at the Leow’s Hotel, 126 West Street, on Thursday, June 24th from 6 to 9 pm. That’s 4 bells. The theme - you could’ve seen it from the crow’s nest a league away - is “Set Your Compass Toward Local Treasures.” Included in admission will be live music with Doug Segree and fabulous food from 35 of the best restaurants in the area. Yum! You can support CCM by: donating a “treasure” for our coconut tree game, coming to the party, and taking a chance at popping a winning coconut. (Okay, so they’re balloons.) Prizes could be gift certificates or items – we’re especially looking for jewelry and nautical / adventure related prizes. You know, things a buccaneer would go to great lengths to acquire (without hurting anyone, of course!). Call Dale or Debbie at CCM to arrange drop off or pick up of booty.

Tickets are available online at: http://www.whatsupmag.com/best-of-party-2010.aspx Or call: 410-267-9390.

Summer Membership

Summer family membership of $25 starts June 1st! Unlimited admission through Labor Day.

April is the Month of the Young Child – Lots to Do for Your Child and You!

Long before children arrive at kindergarten, they are learning about themselves and the world around them. Click on this calendar of easy-to-do activities that will promote early learning and help children to be successful when they reach school. The calendar was created by members of the Early Childhood Coalition of Anne Arundel County, in which CCM is a partner.