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Tonight is National Night Out, an event that draws attention to crime prevention across the country and focuses on community connections among police, fire departments and citizens. This year marks the 35th year that communities in the U.S. have dedicated a night to crime prevention efforts. In our area, a …

Happy August! Get outside and enjoy the warm weather after two weeks of rain. Here are some outdoor activities you and your kiddos can enjoy together. Aug. 5: Create your own sidewalk or driveway gallery with sidewalk chalk. Aug. 6: Play a round of miniature golf. Aug. 7: Go to …

Thursday Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Travel under the sea with Ariel and her friends in this live-action adaptation presented by Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre. Aug. 2-5, CCBC Essex, show times vary, $22/adult, $14/child, ccbcmd.edu Friday Family Fridays Under the Dome Enjoy a family-friendly planetarium presentation followed by a full-dome …

As Washington Capitals mascot Slapshot prepared to drop the puck to kick off the championship game of the eighth annual Baltimore Street Hockey Tournament, more than 120 kids from eight recreation centers pounded the ground with their sticks to the beat of Queen’s “We Will Rock You” and filled the …

Play is a big part of childhood. In school, as well as at home, play has traditionally been the gateway for learning and one way for children to find a sense of individuality within their networks of peers and adults. In recent years, education has witnessed the push for more …

Final in a four-part Baltimore’s Child series about school safety Here’s a statistic that can be a little unnerving: 60 percent of active-shooter incidents end before police arrive, according to the FBI, which means that those in the midst of the crisis are handling it before law enforcement can provide …

As adults, our reactions to other people, families, cultures and traditions took root in our own early experiences and connections. The ability of children to effectively live in and contribute to a diverse world will depend on the positive personal experiences they have with others as they go through the …

Rain, rain, go away. Come again another day. Oh but, the forecast calls for another rainy week. Here are some indoor activities to keep the little ones occupied. July 29: Open the windows and listen to the rain. If you have children who are nervous about storms, tell them about …

One Saturday in 1999, I handed my husband a frozen latte and a honey-do list. It was his first time drinking coffee, and that list was cranked out in record time. I hadn’t figured myself a “pusher,” but he was immediately hooked. Now, we both drink coffee daily, though try …

THURSDAY Flicks on the Hill Did somebody say, “date night?” Grab some blankets and head to Federal Hill tonight to catch the famous murder mystery, “Clue.” The American Visionary Art Museum’s Hugh’s Family Outdoor Theatre features seating for more than a thousand and a 30-foot wide screen. Check their Facebook …