The Big Book for Families 2022

Everything you need to make the best choices for your family in 2022!

Come see why Key School is one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland What makes Key different from most schools is our approach to teaching and learning—where critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and resourcefulness are valued above the volume of content covered. Key School’s intellectually dynamic and challenging academic program, caring faculty, and diverse, inclusive community are why Key students thrive and why we are one of the most soughtafter educations in Maryland.

VISIT KEY Schedule a private, weekday tour of campus

INFORMATION SESSIONS Inquire online to receive more information and to be the first to hear about division-specific events keyschool.org/visit

98%

32%

75%

80%

of families surveyed recommend Key to friends & colleagues

of families receive need-based financial aid

of Upper School students play a sport

of graduates received merit scholarships (not including financial aid 2019-2021)

The Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre campus located 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.

53 4 H I LLSMER E D R . • A N N A PO L IS , MD • 2 1 4 03 • 41 0. 26 3.92 3 1 • K EYSCHOOL .ORG

2 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Go ahead and freestyle

your me-style.

The

UNCOMMON IS CALLING. PA slopes are a little more casual than your typical skiing destinations. Sure we have some black diamonds, but there are plenty of freestyle slopes and bunny hills, as well. So whatever your style, you can show it off here.

Go to visitPA.com to find out more.

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 3

2021

4 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

EDITOR’S LETTER

2021 PUBLISHER

Donna Jefferson ext 212 djefferson@jecoannapolis.com

ART DIRECTOR

Jenny Cardoza artdirector@jecoannapolis.com

CONTENT MANAGER

Claire Darcy clairek@jecoannapolis.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Mary Jane Minkin, MD Katie Riley Karen Stysley

ADVERTISING

W

Linda Benkhadra Linda@jecoannapolis.com

PUBLISHED ANNUALLY BY:

Jefferson Communications, LLC 121 Cathedral Street, 3A, Annapolis, MD 21401 Phone: 410-263-1641 Fax: 443-782-1495 The acceptance of advertising does not constitute endorsement by Chesapeake Family of products or services Advertisers are not given special consideration or placement in editorial content. The publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement or listing that is not in keeping with the policies or standards of this publication. Jefferson Communications assumes no financial responsibility for errors in advertisements. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of Chesapeake Family, by any means without permission, is strictly prohibited. ©2016 Jefferson Communications, LLC.

e’re still figuring out how to work, play, go to school and stay safe in this new COVID normal. This is where the BIG Book for Families can help you out. You’ll find it easier to locate a tutor, preschool, summer camp, doctors and more

with the local resources we’ve collected just for families. You can find even more information on ChesapeakeFamily.com/directories where there is a huge searchable database. Compare different schools and camps, and find recommendations from parents.

Looking for something to read on these chilly days? Children’s books are becoming more inclusive and interesting. Local authors and even a local publisher of books are including more diverse protagonists. Kids are more interested in reading when they can see themselves as part of the story.You’ll find a compilation of books with diverse characters from the School Library Journal on page 7.

Spending some time outside is a great way to burn off energy. Visit some of the nature centers listed on page 16 and learn about local critters. And then you can have an adventure by going on one of the eight Maryland hikes perfect for families that are detailed on page 20. Not to be forgotten are some of the best family friendly events for 2022. There is a planner for you that includes the expected dates of the fairs and festivals that we all love.

Facebook.com/ ChesapeakeFamilyMagazine

Curious about trends in women’s health for 2022? Mary Jane Minkin, MD, OB/GYN, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University School of Medicine, looks forward for women so they will be equipped with the knowledge to help them be healthy and well in

Twitter.com/ChesFamily

2022.

Come see us at KIDS Fest on March 12 at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center in Annapolis.

Pinterest.com/ChesFamily

Instagram.com/ Chesapeake_Family

Donna Jefferson, Publisher DJ@jecoannapolis.com

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 5

FEATURES 05 Publisher’s Letter 07 Diversity in Children’s Literature 16 10 Nature Centers to visit in the DMV 20 8 DMV Hikes perfect for families 24 Annual Fun Planner 27 Women’s Health Trends 2022

DIRECTORIES 09 Private School Directory 13 Preschool 18 Camp Directory 22 Enrichment Directory 23 Childcare 28 Health Care Directory

6 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

bbf | education notes

Podcast Interview by Janet Jefferson

in Children’s Literature

K

ids identify with other kids that look like them. Kids

Books selected for the Atlas Book Club must meet the following

are fascinated by kids who look just like them. Kids

criteria:

with the same skin tones, hair texture and eye color.

So it’s important for kids of all backgrounds to see

• Age appropriate

children of color as protagonists, because from the perspective

• Interesting and engaging

of a child, of a person of color, it’s important for kids to see

• Represents global diversity

themselves represented in books and to see themselves as the

• Tells a story showcasing diversity not just in race and culture,

main character in all sorts of books, from a fantasy novel slaying

but also diversity within race and culture.

dragons to skateboarders and detectives. To see themselves in a book gives kids that sense of belonging.

Bunmi Emenanjo, founder of Atlas Book Club and Ceece Kelley,

The Georgie Dupree series from Soaring Kite Books, is actually a three book series. Georgie Dupre, comes from Louisiana and is

principal, author, and founder of Soaring Kite Books have invested

going through culture shock after moving to the DC area. She’s not

themselves and their time into bringing diversity into books.

finding children her age and she doesn’t know what to do. She’s

Atlas Book Club sends kids a box every month that guides them

only lived in one place and always had lots of friends. Through her

on a journey to a different continent. The books selected represent

hobby of being a chalk artist, Georgie is able to find friends and

different countries within the selected continent and each age

learns lessons of resilience and classroom confidence.

group engages in an educational and cultural experience exploring a different country within the continent.

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 7

bbf | education notes THE BEST FOR 2022 BY THE SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL Selected titles below for a complete list visit slj.com/?page=bestbooks-2021

Bowles, David. My Two Border Towns. illus. by Erika Meza. Penguin/Kokila. ISBN 9780593111048.

Gr 1-3–In a wistful and generous book, a boy and his father travel between two countries; readers learn firsthand what borders do to families and livelihoods. This is a work meant to ignite conversations.

Dillard, J. J.D. and the Great Barber Battle. illus. by Akeem S. Roberts. Penguin/Kokila. ISBN 9780593111529.

Gr 1-3 –J.D. is all set to start third grade with a fresh haircut from his mom—until it ends in disaster! J.D. tries his own hand at the clippers and discovers a new talent. Now he is opening up his bedroom barbershop to everyone in town. This laugh-out-loud series debut features a young Black entrepreneur readers will root for, and expressive illustrations that lovingly showcase the diversity of Black hairstyles and the community significance of barbershops.

Bruchac, Joseph. Rez Dogs.

Dial. ISBN 9780593326213.

Gr 3-8 –While her parents are sheltering in place in Boston, Malian, an eighth grade Penacook girl, tries to keep herself and her grandparents safe from COVID-19 on their reservation. In this novel in verse, Bruchac takes a look at life in lockdown through the eyes of a girl coping with boredom, isolation, and the need to find her place. The text addresses residential schools, relocation, and forced sterilization, as well as racial justice and the disproportionate way that COVID-19 spread in marginalized communities.

Khor, Shing Yin. The Legend of Auntie Po. illus. by author. Penguin/Kokila. ISBN 9780525554882.

Gr 5-8 –Thirteen-year-old Mei comes face to

Over 50 years of Catholic Education International Baccalaureate World School Project Lead the Way 25 AP classes ARCHBISHOPSPALDING.ORG

8 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

face with the power—and limitations—of stories as she and her father, Chinese workers at a lumber camp in the 1880s, navigate anti-Asian sentiment and laws. With expressive, muted watercolors, this multifaceted work of historical fiction creates a delicate and beautiful balance in its depiction of nuanced characters, interpersonal conflicts, and systemic racism.

PRIVATE SCHOOL DIRECTORY

articulate leaders.

See our ad on page 2

success.See our ad on page 11

Monsignor Slade Catholic School

W

lists private and parochial schools in the region. Schools with

Glen Burnie, 410-766-7130 msladeschool.com 2 years - 8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,440-$10,322/yr Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

descriptions are advertisers, and have provided the information

See our ad on page 12

hether you’re looking for a private school with rigorous academics, a faith-based curriculum, or the special needs services, our area is rife with options. Our Private School Directory

listed. For more details, such as enrollment, class sizes, and programs, visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/privateschools.

ANNE ARUNDEL

Annapolis, Severn, 410-519-5300 aacsonline.org Kindergarten–12th grade

Archbishop Spalding High School Severn, 410-969-9105 archbishopspalding.org 9th grade–12th grade Tuition: $17,950/yr As a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory secondary school, we are committed to challenging our students to grow spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. The school community provides a caring environment that affirms the dignity of the individual and promotes learning.

See our ad on page 8

Book of Life Academy Annapolis, 410-263-2600 bookoflifeacademy.com 2 years–5th grade

Calvary Baptist Church Academy Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324 cbcaknights.org 3 years–12th grade

Chesapeake Montessori School Annapolis 410-757-4740

Edinboro Early School Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten Before & after care, Tuition: Varies Four-year degreed teachers implement MSDE approved curriculum.

Structured programs include language arts, math, music, science, art and social studies. Child Care Aware (military) approved.

Playground time, homework help, snack, crafts and games in a safe, nurturing environment.

See our ad on page 15

Indian Creek School Crownsville, 410-923-3660 indiancreekschool.org PreK 2.9-12th grade

Key School Annapolis, 410-263-9231 keyschool.org 2.5 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition Costs: $9,085-$31,050/yr Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus.

Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and

Montessori International Children’s House Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org 18 months–6th grade

School of the Incarnation Gambrills, 410-519-2285 schooloftheincarnation.org 4 years–8th grade

Severn School Severna Park, 410-647-7700 severnschool.com 3 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $8,685-$29,260/yr Meets the needs of young learners as well as college-bound students while challenging them to realize personal excellence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship. See our ad on page 12

Naval Academy Primary School

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis

Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org, 3 years–5th grade

Annapolis, 410-263-8650 stannesschool.org 2 years–8th grade

Rockbridge Academy Crownsville, 410-923-1171 rockbridgeacademy.org Kindergarten - 12th grade Before & after care Tuition: $7,100 - $16,380 Rockbridge Academy is a K-12 classical Christian school located in Anne Arundel County serving Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, areas. A 25-year tradition of academic excellence using the classical method, combined with a loving, Christian environment, creates self-motivated lifelong learners who pursue truth, beauty, and goodness as they are taught to be socially graceful and spiritually gracious.

St. John the Evangelist School

See our ad on page 11

See our ad on page 10

Saint Andrew’s Day School

St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School

Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition $9,395 - $13,675/yr Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated

Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org 4 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $8,480/yr St. John the Evangelist School offers a challenging academic program in a nurturing environment.

Our faculty have the knowledge, experience, and love for teaching that guides and inspires every student. Contact us today (lfish@ stjohnsp.org) to see how we merge faith, technology, and academics to create good citizens and future leaders.

Severna Park, 410-647-7055 stmartinsmd.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,500-$13,500/yr We are an independent school educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 9

P R I VAT E S C H O O L D I R E C T O R Y

Annapolis Area Christian School

chesapeake-montessori.com 18 months–8th grade

curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic

P R I VAT E S C H O O L D I R E C T O R Y

unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character. See our ad on page 12

Baltimore, 410-377-5192 boyslatinmd.com 5 years–12th grade

St. Martin’s Lutheran School

Calvert School

Annapolis, 410-269-1955 stmartinsonline.org PreK3 - 8th grade

Baltimore, 410-243-6054 calvertschoolmd.org Pre K - 8th grade

St. Mary’s Parish and School

The Catholic High School of Baltimore

Annapolis, 410-990-4236, 410-990-4135 stmarysannapolis.org PreK 4 - 12th grade

Baltimore, 410-732-6200 thecatholichighschool.org 9th–12th grade

St. Paul’s Lutheran School Glen Burnie, 410-766-5790 stpaulslutheranschoolgb.org 3 years–8th grade

Baltimore, Lower School, 410-323-7284 Middle & Upper Schools, 410-323-7169, gilman.edu 5 years–12th grade

St. Philip Neri Catholic School

Lamb of God School Halethorpe, 410-242-4100 lambofgodschool.org 5 years–8th grade

The Summit School

The Park School of Baltimore

tial. See our ad on page 10

OPEN HOUSES

Gilman School

Linthicum, 410-859-1212 st.philip-neri.org 4 years–8th grade

Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org 1st grade-8th grade Tuition: Please call The Summit School serves bright students with dyslexia and other learning differences. The core of Summit’s program incorporates: highly trained teachers, researchbased instructions, hands on, multisensory learning and low teacherstudent ratio. The Summit School educates children with unique learning profiles to their full poten-

Join us for an Open House to see how Summit can help your child reach their fullest potential

The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland

BALTIMORE Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools Baltimore, 410-547-5369 archbalt.org/schools 2 years–12th grade

Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore, 443-642-5165 bsfa.org 9th grade–12th grade

Baltimore, 410-339-7070 parkschool.net Pre-K – 12th grade

St. Paul Lutheran School Catonsville, 410-747-1924 stpaulcatonsville.org/school 18 months–5th grade

CALVERT Cardinal Hickey Academy Owings, 410-286-0404 cardinalhickeyacademy.org Montessori PreK 3-4, Traditional Kindergarten - 8th grade

The Calverton School Huntintown, 410-535-0216 calvertonschool.org PreK 3–12th grade

Tidewater School Huntingtown, 410-257-0533 thetidewaterschool.org 2.5 years–5th grade

HOWARD Bethel Christian Academy Savage, 301-725-4673

10 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

bethelchristianacademy.com 3 years–8th grade

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School

Resurrection-St. Paul School

Bowie, Glenn Dale 301-464-3215, htrinity.org 3 years–8th grade

Ellicott City, 410-461-9111 resstpaul.org 3 years–8th grade

St. John’s Parish Day School Ellicott City, 4104657644 stjohnspds.org 3 years–5th grade

Trinity School Ellicott City, 443-498-5040 trinityschoolmd.org 3 years-8th grade

KENT COUNTY Kent School

Radcliffe Creek School Chestertown, 410-778-8150 radcliffecreekschool.org 5 years–8th grade

PRINCE GEORGE’S Bishop McNamara High School Forestville, 301-735-8401 bmhs.org, 9th–12th grade

Christian Academy of Laurel Laurel, 301-490-1076 ChristianAcademyofLaurel.org 3 years-8th grade

DeMatha Catholic High School Hyattsville, 240-764-2200 dematha.org 9th–12th grade

Elizabeth Seton High School Bladensburg, 301-864-4532 setonhs.org 9th–12th grade

Grace Christian School Bowie, 301-262-0158 gcsbowie.org Kindergarten–8th grade

Preview Night Feb. 11th

Riverdale Baptist School Upper Marlboro, 301-249-7000 rbschool.org, 3 years–12th grade

St. Vincent Pallotti High School Laurel, 301-725-3228 pallottihs.org 9th–12th grade

QUEEN ANNE’S The Gunston School Centreville, 410-758-0620 gunston.org, 9th–12th grade

Lighthouse Christian Academy Stevensville, 410-643-3034 lcacademy.org 4 years–8th grade

CELEBRATING 25+ YEARS!

Wye River Upper School

Rockbridge Academy Distinctively Classical. Unwaveringly Christian. www.rockbridge.org

Centreville, 410-758-2922 wyeriverupperschool.org 9th–12th grade

COME VISIT OUR NEW CAMPUS.

TALBOT The Country School Easton, 410-822-1935 countryschool.org 5 years–8th grade

Saints Peter & Paul High School Easton, 410-822-2275 ssppeaston.org PreK–12th grade We are the only Catholic PreK-12 school on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We offer outstanding and experienced faculty, small class size, diverse student life and athletic opportunities, a faith-centered sense of service and leadership, and a community rooted in faith.

Radcliffe Creek School Chestertown, 410-778-8150 radcliffecreekschool.org 5 years–8th grade Please visit us online for a complete directory.

An independent, Co-Educational Pre-K Through 8th Grade School Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

410-266-0952 | school.standrewsum.org

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 11

P R I VAT E S C H O O L D I R E C T O R Y

Chestertown, 410-778-4100 kentschool.org 3 years–8th grade

ROCKBRIDGE ACADEMY

S A I S -in-the-feel EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

Inspiring Students to Lead & Serve

Schedule a private tour today!

P R I VAT E S C H O O L D I R E C T O R Y

Maryland A FUN FILLED DAY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! MARCH 12TH, 2022 11AM PIP MOYER REC CENTER CHESAPEAKEFAMILY.COM/MARYLANDKIDSFEST

Pre-K & Kindergarten Info Night February 10, 6:30 p.m.

Pre-K2 through 8th grade Limited seats available.

Financial Aid & Grants available for transferring students Conveniently located near the intersection of Route 100 and I-97

msladeschool.com | 410.766.7130

OCC# 40328

DISCOVER WHAT MATTERS AT SEVERN SCHOOL Education at Severn reaches far beyond what you know. It’s about envisioning the impact you can make on the world.

We learn together. We care for one another.

And as a community, we reach for greater heights.

www.severnschool.com • preschool - grade 12 • Severna Park and Arnold, MD • MSDE #161229

What's Up October Ad.indd 1

12 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

9/13/21 11:51 AM

PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

I

f your child is ready for preschool and you’re ready to find the perfect school, our Preschool Directory is the place to go. Schools with descriptions are advertisers, and information is provided by the school. You can find

additional information about all schools, including class size, financial aid, foreign language offerings and more, online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/preschools. Only preschool programs are listed here. Programs that start at kindergarten or higher are listed in our Private School Directory at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ privateschools.

Bay Country Learning Center

A Giants Preschool

Annapolis, 410-974-6700 baycountrylc.com Infants-PreK-4

Edgewater 443-764-1217 agiantspreschool.com 6 weeks–4 years

Anchors-A-Wee Preschool Annapolis 410-757-6556 aawpreschool.com 2 years–Pre-K

Arundel Christian School Hanover 410-859-8573 arundelchristianschool.org Infants-12th grade

Asbury Community Christian Preschool and Clubhouse Arnold, 410-757-7113 asburychristianpreschool.org 2 years-12 years Asbury offers quality preschool and childcare programs. Our preschool program provides children with kindergarten readiness skills, academically and socially.

The after-school program offers students healthy body activities, social time, homework time and daily STEM activities. Asbury is accredited by Maryland State Department of Education and has a “Level 5” rating from Maryland Excels. See our ad on page 15

Faith Baptist Child Development Center

Annapolis, 410-757-4740 chesapeake-montessori.com 18 months–8th grade

Glen Burnie, 410-761-9112 welcometo.faith/cdc 2 years–Kindergarten

Colonial Nursery School

Grace Pointe Child Development Center

Annapolis, 410-266-8064 colonialnurseryschool.org 2 years–PreK-5

Community Christian Preschool

Granite Baptist School

Pasadena, 410-255-9250 ccpspasadena.org 2 years – PreK-4

Glen Burnie, 410-761-1118 granitebaptistschool.org 3 years–12th grade

Community United Methodist Child Care

Grannie Annie’s Child Care & Learning Center

Crofton, 410-451-1010 cumcdc.com 3 years–PreK-4

Pasadena, 410-255-0478 granniecare.com Infants – 5th grade Before & after care Tuition: Please call Cozy Care, Quality Education. We have been providing child care for Pasadena’s families for over 17 years. MSDE approved curriculum for 3s and PreK. Before and after care, PreK through 5th grade, servicing Riviera Beach, Sunset and Solley. Also offers full-day, all summer camp. License #122871.

Creative Beginnings Preschool

Beth Shalom Preschool

Arnold, 410-647-9224 collegeparkwaybaptist.net/cbp 2 years–PreK-4

Arnold, 410-757-0552 annapolistemple.org 2 years–PreK

Creative Garden Nursery School and Kindergarten

Bright Beginning Children’s Learning Center Crownsville (license #130684), 410-923-3192 Glen Burnie (license #160256), 410-768-4526 bright-beginning.com 2 years–PreK-4 Tuition: Please call Bright Beginning provides quality early education that exceeds MSDE standards and guidelines, offering full- and part-time care for children ages 2-5. We provide a curriculum that promotes fine and gross motor skills, cognitive development and social-emotional well-being for every child.

See our ad on page 15

Calvary Baptist Church Academy Glen Burnie, 410-768-5324 cbcaknights.org 3 years–12th grade

Calvary Center School Annapolis, 410-268-3812 calumc.org/ccs-about 3 years – PreK4

Severn, 410-987-6777 gpccn.org 6 weeks–PreK-5

Crofton, 410-721-7711 creativegardenschools.com 2 years–Kindergarten

Crofton Children’s Centre

Harundale Presbyterian Weekday School

Gambrills, 301-261-0599 croftonchildren.com 2 years–PreK-4

Glen Burnie, 410-766-4338 Myhpws.org 3 years – PreK

CrossRoads Child Development Center Davidsonville, 410-798-5790 crossroadscdc.com 2 years-PreK-4

Edinboro Early School Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten Before & after care Tuition: Varies Four-year degreed teachers implement MSDE approved curriculum.

Structured programs include language arts, math, music, science, art and social studies. Child Care Aware (military) approved.

Playground time, homework help, snack, crafts and games in a safe, nurturing environment.

Heritage Learning Center Annapolis, 410-263-5153 preschoolannapolis.org 2 years-PreK-4

Indian Creek School Crownsville, 410-923-3660 indiancreekschool.org PreK 2.9-12th grade

Joy Kids Learning Center Edgewater, Mayo, 443-837-6001 joykidslearning.com 2 years–PreK-5

Keenan Christian Learning Center Pasadena, 410-544-3107 keenanchristianlearn.com 2 years–PreK-4

See our ad on page 15

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 13

PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

ANNE ARUNDEL

Chesapeake Montessori School

Key School Annapolis, 410-263-9231 keyschool.org 2.5 years–12th grade Before & after care Tuition Costs: $9,085-$31,050/yr Key School engages children in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus.

Key emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives. Key graduates are independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and articulate leaders.

See our ad on page 2

Annapolis, 410-757-7789 montessoriinternational.org 18 months–6th grade

Mt. Carmel Child Development Center Pasadena, 4102552429 mtcarmelcdc.com 3 years-PreK

Naval Academy Primary School Annapolis, 410-757-3090 napschool.org 3 years–5th grade

Play and Learn

Arnold, 410-315-7552 kiddieacademy.com/arnold Infants–5th grade

Annapolis, 410-263-4029 Crownsville, 410-987-3312 playandlearnmaryland.org Infants to 5 years

Kneseth Israel Preschool

Right Start Academy

Kiddie Academy of Arnold

PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

Montessori International Children’s House

Annapolis 410-263-3924 x8 knesethisrael.org/pre-school.html 2 years–PreK-5

London Towne Academy Edgewater 410-798-5128 londontowneacademy.org 3 years–Kindergarten

Magothy Cooperative Preschool Pasadena, 410-360-0292 magothycooperative.org 2 years–PreK-4

Mayo Nursery Preschool Edgewater, 410-798-6255 mayonurseryschool.com 3 years–PreK-4

Monsignor Slade Catholic School Glen Burnie, 410-766-7130 msladeschool.com 2 years - 8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,440-$10,322/yr Our Mission: Rooted in Catholic faith and committed to academic excellence, Monsignor Slade Catholic School is dedicated to forming the whole child to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

See our ad on page 12

Gambrills, 410-923-7575 rightstartacademy.org 2 years–5 years

Saint Andrew’s Day School Edgewater, 410-266-0952 school.standrewsum.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition $9,395 - $13,675/yr Saint Andrew’s intentionally small classes allow our experienced faculty to provide an engaging classroom environment that challenges all students. Our integrated curriculum and educational foundation ensures continued academic success. See our ad on page 11

School of the Incarnation Gambrills, 410-519-2285 schooloftheincarnation.org PreK 4 - 8th grade

Severn School Arnold, 410-647-7700 severnschool.com PreK 3 – 12th grade Tuition: $8,685-$29,260/yr Severn School is a day school enrolling boys and girls in preschool through grade 12. The School strives to meet the needs of young learners as well as collegebound students while challenging them to realize personal excel-

14 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

lence. Students are provided varied opportunities to demonstrate scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and sportsmanship.

See our ad on page 12

Severna Park United Methodist Church Nursery School Severna Park, 410-987-8339 severnaparkumc.org/nursery-school 3 years–PreK-4

South County Pre-Kindergarten Cooperative Davidsonville, 410-798-5650 davidsonvilleprek.com 3 years–PreK-4

Ss. Constantine & Helen School Annapolis, 410-573-2078 sschschool.org 3 years–PreK-4

St. Andrew by the Bay Preschool Annapolis, 410-974-1994 standrewbythebay.org 2 years–PreK-5

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis Annapolis, 410-263-8650 st.annesschool.org 2 years–8th grade

St. John the Evangelist School Severna Park, 410-647-2283 stjohnspschool.org 4 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $5,090 - $8,480/yr St. John the Evangelist School offers a stimulating, dynamic and challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. Our faculty have the knowledge, experience and love for teaching that guides and inspires every student.

Contact us today to see how we merge faith, technology and academics to create good citizens and future leaders.

See our ad on page 10

St. Margaret’s Day School Annapolis, 410-757-2333 stmargaretsdayschool.org 2 years–Kindergarten

Before & after care Tuition: $2,350-$8,000/yr St. Margaret’s Day School provides children with an opportunity to learn about themselves and the world around them. The school exposes children to learning experiences and gives them ample opportunity to explore, experiment, create and feel successful.

See our ad on pag 15

St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School Severna Park, 410-647-7055 stmartinsmd.org 3 years–8th grade Before & after care Tuition: $3,500-$13,500/yr We are an independent school educating students from early childhood to 8th grade. At St. Martin’s, we encourage students to stretch their thinking and discover their unique potential, while learning with confidence, serving with compassion, and leading with character.

See our ad on page 12

Tree of Life Preschool Annapolis, 410-266-6006 kolshalomannapolis.org 3–5 years

Weems Creek Nursery School Annapolis, 410-266-5522 weemscreeknurseryschool.com 2 years–PreK

Woods Child Development Center Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org 2 years–PreK-4

BALTIMORE AREA Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools Baltimore, 410-547-5369 archbalt.org/schools 2 years–12th grade Before & after care

Bryn Mawr Little School Baltimore, 410-323-8826 brynmawrschool.org 2 months–Kindergarten

Friends School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-649-3211 friendsbalt.org 4 years–12th grade

The Park School of Baltimore Baltimore, 410-339-7070 parkschool.net Pre-K – 12th grade

Relay Children’s Center, Inc. Baltimore, 410-247-2811 relaychildrenscenter.net 2 years – 5th grade

CALVERT COUNTY Busy Bee Nursery Prince Frederick, 410-535-0687 busybeenursery.org 2 years–PreK-4

Prince Frederick, 410-535-0577 calvertnurseryschool.com 3 years–PreK-4

Dawns Early Light Preschool Dunkirk 301-855-6300 dawnsearlylight.net 2 years–5th grade

Imagine Nations Early Learning Center Owings, 410-286-3300 imaginenationselc.com 2 years–PreK-4

HOWARD COUNTY Chapelgate Preschool Marriottsville, 410-442-5663 chapelgate.org 2 years–PreK-4

Columbia Academy Columbia, Ellicott City, Fulton columbiaacademy.com 410-992-0484

Julia Brown School Laurel, 301-498-0604 juliabrownschools.com 18 months–3rd grade

Joy in Learning Columbia, 410-740-2999

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY The Daisy Lane School at Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School Glenn Dale 301-464-3215 htrinity.org 3 years–8th grade

Leal Angels Bilingual Child Development Bowie 301-850-4934 lealangels.com 2 years–PreK-

St. Matthew’s Early Education Center

St. Margaret’s Day School Kindergarten and Preschool Classes (Ages 2-5)

Your child will grow & develop their confidence and leadership skills while building strength & independence.

• MAEOE Green Certified School • STEM Program • Weekly Specials • Nut Free School

1605 Pleasant Plains Rd. Annapolis, MD 410.757.2333

www.stmargaretsdayschool.org

Our students are accepted without regard to sex, race,religion or national background.

Register Now Limited Openings Available Summer Programs ︱ Before & After Care ︱ Talented & Gifted Programs

Bowie 301-464-1813 stmatthewseec.org 2 years-Kindergarten

QUEEN ANNE’S COUNTY Christ Episcopal Church Day School Stevensville 410-643-8248 cecds.org, 3 years–Pre-K

• Summer Camp • Financial Aid • Before & After Care • MD EXCELS rated level 5

Childcare ︱ Nursery School Pre-K ︱ Kindergarten- Full Day

Serving ages 2 through 5 and kindergarten 380 Jumpers Hole Rd. Severna Park, MD ︱410-544-2476

Ages 2 thru PreK

Little Lamb Preschool Grasonville 410-827-6022 wyebiblechurch.com 2 years-Kindergarten

Kiddie Academy of Kent Island Stevensville 410-643-3932 educationaldaycare. kiddieacademy.com 2 years–PreK-4

Preschool Program Ages 2 - 5 Extended Day available

TALBOT COUNTY

Clubhouse- Before and After-School Program serving Arnold Elementary School Students

Christ Church Day School Easton 410-822-2677 christchurchdayschool.org 2 years–PreK 4 For the complete Preschool Directory visit us online at ChesapeakeFamily.com.

Where children develop physically, socially, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually within a loving Christian environment

78 Church Road Arnold, MD 21012

410.757.7113 AsburyChristianPreSchool.org

Tours are available upon request.

Please call to schedule.

Serving the Arnold, Severna Park area for over 35 years MSDE Accredited

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 15

PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

Calvert Nursery School

joyinlearningchildcare.com Infants–PreK-5

bbf | education notes

Get Centered in Nature 6 nature centers kids will love exploring in the Baltimore/Annapolis area

By Katie Riley

D

on’t underestimate how a visit to a nature center

Robinson Nature Center

might affect your child’s future.

6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia, 410-313-0400, howardcountymd.gov/

When Ben Gardner, 16, of Millersville, first visited

recreation-parks/robinson-nature-center

Jug Bay Wetlands Nature Center with his first-grade

Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 9 am-5 pm; Sunday, noon-5 pm

class 10 years ago, it confirmed his lifelong passion for ecology.

“I had always been interested in nature since I was really little,”

Admission: adults $5; children 3-17 $3; under 3 free The Robinson Nature Center is a unique nature education facility

he says. “But going there and experiencing it firsthand, rather than

operated by the Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks.

reading about it in a book, was life-changing for me.”

Visitors will find interactive exhibits, nature trails, a Children’s

Now a volunteer with the internship program at the National

Discovery Room and our NatureSphere - a digital planetarium and

Aquarium in Baltimore, Gardner plans to study ecology in college.

full-dome movie theater. Robinson is one of only a handful of LEED

And he still enjoys visits to Jug Bay whenever he can get there.

Certified Platinum buildings in the state of Maryland with features

“It’s just an all-around cool place to go,” he says. “The water, trails and wildlife are incredible.”

The Chesapeake region boasts many nature centers ideal for

including geothermal heating/air-conditioning, porous paving, solar panels which generate 15% of electric needs, innovative water conservation methods and more. The mission of the Robinson

families who want to get in touch with their natural surroundings.

Nature Center is to facilitate the enjoyment and understanding of

Check out our list below for an experience only Mother Nature

our natural resources and to bridge the gap between people and

can offer. Click through to the end of the story for specifics on

nature.

each center.

16 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

bbf | education notes Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) 647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater. 443-482-2200, serc.si.edu Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 am-4:30 pm. Closed federal holidays.

Leave pets at home.

Admission: Free For drop-in visitors, the SERC campus is open for hiking, biking and kayaking six days per week.

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Road, Lothian, 410-222-8006, jugbay.org

Hours: Weds, Fri, Sat, Some Sundays (call to check), 9 am-5 pm.

Glendening Preserve open to the public daily, 9 am-5 pm. Dogs on a leash are allowed in the Preserve only.

Admission: $6 per vehicle.

Interactive exhibits about wetlands, estuaries and the Patuxent River watershed. The center also contains classroom lab facilities and a gift shop. Four different hiking trails, Self-Led Field Trips, and explorer bag with educational materials and activities.

Irvine Nature Center 11201 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills. 443-738-9200, explorenature.org

Hours: Tuesday-Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm (November-March) and 9 am to 5 pm (April-October.) Irvine is closed on Mondays.

Admission: Cost is $5/person (age 6+). Members are free. No dogs or bikes allowed. Indoor exhibits and bathrooms are closed.

More than 800 environmental education program sessions. Irvine’s 211 acre property has 8 miles of hiking trails, gardens featuring native plants, and our Outdoor Classroom built for child-led nature play.

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) 600 Discovery Lane, Grasonville, 410-827-6694, bayrestoration.org

Hours: 9 am-5 pm daily. Dogs, with a current membership, are allowed on property on weekends. For more information on Dog Memberships: bayrestoration.org/dogs.

Admission: Free CBEC is a 510 acre wildlife preserve on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Explore native woodlands, marshes and meadows, along 4 miles of walking trails. Go by the Visitor Center to obtain a property map, and visiting the exhibit area.

Flag Ponds Nature Park 1525 Flag Ponds Pkwy., Lusby, 410-586-1477, calvertparks.org/fpp.html

Hours: Monday and Friday, 9 am-4 pm. Saturday and Sunday, 9 am-5 pm.

Admission: $5.00 for in-county resident or non-resident. April October: $8.00 for non-residents. Walk-in/Bike: $2 person A remarkable variety of natural environments--from sandy beach, to freshwater ponds, to the forested heights of Calvert Cliffs and offers a wonderful place for Fossil Hunting and Beach Combing, Hiking and Exploring.

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 17

CAMP DIRECTORY

F

or most kids, camp makes up a good portion

of their summer. Whether it’s overnight or day camps, families can find camps to explore a range of activities in a general camp setting, or

specialize in areas ranging from art and music to sports and STEM topics. The following camps are in Maryland unless otherwise noted. Programs with descriptions are advertisers. For more day camps and overnight camps,

CAMP DIRECTORY

visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/camps.

DAY CAMPS

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park Camps

Annapolis Area Christian School Summer Programs

Annapolis, 410-295-0104 x 31 amaritime.org/education/camps

Severn, 410-519-5300 aacsonline.org/summer

Annapolis Recreation & Parks Summer Camps Annapolis, 410-263-7958 annapolis.gov/recreation

18 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Weekly themed activities, swimming, sports, field trips, arts and crafts, and outside play.

See our ad on page 19

Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks Annapolis, 410-222-7300 aacounty.org/recparks

national Christian residential camp boys and girls ages 7-16 and a Day Camp for boys and girls ages 4-13. Wabanna offers an action-packed schedule with team building activities, games, element challenge courses, archery, boating and tubing, sailing, and kayaking.

See our ad on page 4

Artworks Studio

Club SciKidz MD

Annapolis, Arnold 410-271-3343 artworksstudio.info

Various locations in Anne Arundel County 908-892-6123 clubscikidzmd.com

Camp Summit Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org Academic and recreational summer program for children entering grades 1-8 who are experiencing difficulty in reading, written expression, math or organizational skills. The morning is devoted to academics; afternoons include fun recreational activities.

Camp Wabanna Edgewater, 410-798-0455 campwabanna.org Camp Wabanna is a non-denomi-

Colonial Adventures at Historic London Town & Gardens Edgewater, 410-222-1919 historiclondontown.com

Edinboro Early School Summer Program Severna Park, 410-544-2476 edinboroearlyschool.org Running for nine weeks, we feature a single, multifaceted topic and culminate with a luncheon program for children ages 2 to 2nd

grade. Weekly “water days” and two weeks of optional swim lessons. See our ad on page 15

Grannie Annie’s Summer Program Pasadena, 410-255-0478 granniecare.com Full-day summer camp for schoolagers for the entire summer with daily outside activities. Local field trips include swimming, bowling, skating, yoga, movies, library and park. We do a big field trip every other week during the summer.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School Summer Camp Bowie, 301-464-3215 htrinity.org/summer-camp

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts

See our ad on page 18

Naptown Sings and Plays!

Annapolis, 410-279-3208 naptownsings.com

Peabody Preparatory Summer Programs Baltimore, Towson, and Annapolis, 667-208-6640 peabody.jhu.edu/prep

Pongos Learning Lab Crofton, 301-789-1815 pongoslearninglab.com PreK-8th grade We are a community center for all things science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM).

Located in Crofton, Maryland, we offer clubs, camps, classes, birthday parties, and enrichment programs in Robotics, Coding, YouTube, Minecraft, and more.

Camp Rim Rock

Millersville, 410-987-0980 Ages 5-12, Before & after care sprfc.com

Yellow Spring, W.Va. 347-RIM-ROCK camprimrock.com

Summer at Key

RVR

Annapolis 410-263-9231 ext. 1269 Ages 3.5-12th grade. keyschool.org/program/ summer-at-key Summer at KEY provides a safe, welcoming atmosphere where children can learn, create and have fun. With over 120 camp options, we have something for everyone!

Both half and full day options are available, along with an extended care program.

Manchester 443-712-1010 rivervalleyranch.com

Annapolis, 410-360-4451 webersbulldogbasketball.com

Reinholds, Pa 610-670-2267

Camp Spencer, Camp Hashawha, Puh’tok in the Pines ymarylandcamp.org Visit us online at ChesapeakeFamily.com for all our camps. You can search by location, subject, and even compare camps to make sure you find the perfect fir for your child.

Adult & Youth Programs including camps and sports leagues Affordable Memberships to the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center

Scholarships Available!

New Playgrounds, Tennis and Pickleball Courts in Truxtun Park Parks, Trails and Open Spaces on 200+ acres and 17+ miles of shoreline

Woods Child Development Center Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org

Y in Central Maryland Arnold, Pasadena, Camp Whippoorwill ymarylandcamp.org

OVERNIGHT CAMPS Camp Wabanna

CFL

WITH JANET

JEFFERSON

NEW TOPICS EACH WEEK

See our ad on page 4

Mercersburg Academy Summer Programs

See our ad on page 18

Smart Fit Kids Academy

Camp Hidden Meadows Bartow, W.Va., 800-600-4752 camphiddenmeadows.com

3RD FLOOR VIEWS

PODCAST

Edgewater, 410-798-0455 campwabanna.org Camp Wabanna is a non-denominational Christian residential camp boys and girls ages 7-16 and a Day Camp for boys and girls ages 4-13. Wabanna offers an actionpacked schedule with team building activities, games, element challenge courses, archery, boating and tubing, sailing, and kayaking.

Mercersburg, Pa, 717-328-6225 mercersburgsummer.com

Severna Park, 443-597-7173 smartfitkidsacademy.com

Y in Central Maryland

South Mountain YMCA – Camp Conrad Weiser

See our ad on page 2

Weber’s Bulldog Basketball Camp

Ages 7-15 smymca.org

STREAMING EVERY FRIDAY

2:00PM

FACEBOOK.COM/CHESAPEAKEFAMILYMAGAZINE

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 19

CAMP DIRECTORY

Annapolis, 410-263-5544 marylandhall.org Make your child’s summer creative!

Maryland Hall offers a variety of weekly summer camps beginning mid-June through mid-August for ages 3 and up. Your camper can experience the arts this summer including visual arts, dance, theater and music.

Camp SPRFC

bbf | things to do

Into the Woods!

Eight Maryland hikes perfect for families

By Karen Stysley

B

rigid Wethington doesn’t go easy on her kids—at

Perimeter Trail, Kinder Farm Park, Millersville

least where hiking is concerned. When the Columbia

Kids flock to Kinder Farm Park for the farm animals and the huge

resident takes her daughter, 7, and her son, almost

multi-level playground, part of which is shaded. Use these draws

4, on hikes in the Maryland area, they may find

as an incentive to finish the paved 2.8-mile perimeter trail that goes

themselves going over a suspension bridge and under a tunnel

around the park (or one of a number of nearby trails). The park also

before climbing up to a boulder at the edge of a big drop.

features picnic tables, grills and two large rentable pavilions for

“I tend to push my kids a little bit on what they can do,”

larger groups. It also has wonderful old farm building to check out

Wethington says. But along the way, they get more than just a

as well as farming artifacts at the visitor center.

workout and some pretty views. Out there without their technology,

Trail Length: 2.3 mile, paved

relying on each other for help, they get a “little mini vacation,” she

Fees: Daily vehicle fees start at $6 (cash or check).

says, since “hiking is definitely a bonding moment.”

Pets: Leashed dogs welcomed.

While rising to the challenge, Wethington, her husband, and their kids learn to encourage each other and keep each other safe.

“As a family it’s just something we do. We all enjoy it. We all feel

Lake Trail, Centennial Park, Columbia The picturesque Centennial Lake is almost always in the backdrop

connected when we get in the car [after a hike]. We’re all on the

of the 2.4 mile paved loop trail that winds around it. Look out for

same team, team Wethington,” she says.

geese, check out two big playgrounds, or even rent a boat as part of your trip around the trail. The park also has many other

20 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

bbf | things to do amenities like ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts and sand volleyball courts.

Trail Length: 2.4 mile, paved Fees: Free Pets: Leashed dogs welcomed.

Nature Trail, Robinson Nature Center, Columbia Columbia’s state-of-the-art nature center offers many exhibits as well as a 1-mile wooded trail that features an arboretum and views of the Middle Patuxent River. Hikers will find paved sections of the trail, but most of the trails are not. Bikes are prohibited due to the nature of the trails.

Trail Length: 1 mile, sections paved, but not all.

Fees: Daily admission is $2 per child/adult, children under 3 are free.

Pets: Pets not permitted.

Marsh Edge Trail, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge This popular 1/3-mile trail along the Little Blackwater and Blackwater Rivers offers a covered picnic area and an observation boardwalk. Hikers may also be able to see ospreys nesting or bald eagles fishing.

Trail Length: 1/3 mile.

Fees: Admission fees start at $1 per pedestrian/ bicyclist aged 16 or older and $3 per private vehicles.

Pets: Pets not permitted.

Buzzards Rock Trail, Patapsco State Park, Catonsville Located in the Hilton Area of the park, this 2.1 mile trail provides a challenge for kids who are ready for it. The sometimes-steep terrain pays off with a scenic view above railroad tracks.

Trail Length: 2.1 mile.

Fees: Admission starting at $2/ vehicle for Maryland residents and $4/ vehicle for out of state visitors.

Harness Creek Trail, Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis While visiting Quiet Waters Park, check out the Reading and Butterfly Garden before taking the paved trail down to Harness Creek, where boat rentals are available. Quiet Waters Park features almost 6 miles of trails, mostly paved for visitors to use. You can also find playgrounds, a dog park and multiple picnic areas. Bikes welcomed on most trails in park.

Pets: Pets allowed in the day use area, but not the campground.

Trail Length: .7 mile.

Brown Trail, Jug Bay Natural Area, Upper Marlboro

Pets: Leashed dogs welcomed.

Guided hikes along this trail showcase the wide variety of flora and fauna found there. Part of the trail leads to a scenic overlook of Jug Bay, where hikers can observe waterfowl. The park has about 14 miles of trails so there is plenty to explore. Also, be sure to check out the Observation Tower and enjoy the Patuxent Rural Life Museums. Bikes welcomed on trails, but must follow park rules.

Trail Length: .7 mile.

Fees: Free Pets: Leashed dogs welcomed.

Fees: Daily parking fee starts at $6.

Trail to the beach, Flag Ponds Nature Park, Lusby Take the half-mile trail down from the Visitor’s Center to the beach where families can look for sharks’ teeth and fossils along the shoreline. If your family wants to explore more, this park also has other trails ranging from a half mile to a mile.

Trail Length: .5 mile.

Fees: Entrance fees start at $5 for in county residents and $8 for out of county residents per vehicles. Walk-ins and bikes are $2 per person.

Pets: Leashed dogs welcomed.

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 21

ENRICHMENT DIRECTORY

E

xploring different activities and developing new skills is part of growing up. After-school enrichment classes provide opportunities for kids to try something new or hone their talents. The following enrichment programs are advertisers. Information is from the organizations. For details and additional programs, visit ChesapeakeFamily. com/afterschoolprograms.

ART Artworks Studio Severna Park, 410-271-3343 artworksstudio.info

MUSIC & DANCE

ENRICHMENT DIRECTORY

Annapolis Dance Academy Arnold, 410-757-8860 annapolisdanceacademy.com

Music Together Chesapeake

Peabody Preparatory of The Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, Annapolis, Towson, Howard County 667-208-6640

EDUCATION Anne Arundel County Public Library Various locations 410-222-7371, aacpl.net

Y in Central Maryland

AnnapolisMusicalTheater.com

The Y in Arnold, The Y in Pasadena 410-544- 2525, 410-437- 2525, ymaryland.org

Building Better People Productions

GYMNASTICS & MOVEMENT

Compass Rose Theater

Docksiders Gymnastics Millersville, 410-987-8780 docksidersgymnastics.com

Thrive Gymnastics

Annapolis, Crofton, Severna Park, 301-262-9538 musictogetherchesapeake.com

ARTS, CRAFTS, SPORTS

Naptown Sings anf Plays!

Annapolis, 410-263-7958 annapolis.gov/recreation

THEATER

See our ad on page 19

Annapolis Musical Theater Company

Annapolis, 410-279-3208 naptownsings.com

Annapolis Recreation and Parks

Annapolis, Arnold, 410-995-8130 thrivegym.org

Annapolis, 410-703-4484

22 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Annapolis, 443-906-0099 bbpproductions.com

Annapolis, 410-980-6662 compassrosetheater.org

Musical Artists Theatre Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Pikesville, 410-837-0971 musicalartiststheatre.com For our complete Enrichment directory please visit us online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ Enrichment.

CHILD CARE DIRECTORY

S

earching for child care can be stressful. You want to know that your precious little ones are well cared for and happy—and that their care fits within your budget, location and other needs. Luckily, there’s help for your search.

The Maryland Family Network’s LOCATE: Child Care is a free referral service with detailed information on regulated child care in Maryland. Trained referral specialists help identify care options based on your personal

preferences, including program type, location and cost. Check it out at marylandfamilynetwork.org. Other child care programs listed here are advertisers with information provided by the center.

Maryland Family Network Main Office

Calvert County The Promise Resource Center

Grannie Annie’s Child Care & Learning Center

Woods Child Development Center

Baltimore, 410-659-7701 marylandfamilynetwork.org

Charlotte Hall, 310-290-0040

Pasadena, 410-255-0478 GrannieCare.com Providing care for infants through school age since 2003. Cozy care, quality education. Also offers full-day summer camp for the entire summer with an outside activity daily and field trips.

Severna Park, 410-647-9168 woodscdc.org

Arundel Child Care Connections

Howard County Child Care Resource Center Columbia, 410-313-1940

Annapolis, 410-222-1712

Prince George’s Child Resource Center Largo, 301-772-8420

Baltimore, 410-685-5150

Child Resource Center Baltimore County

Chesapeake Child Care Resource Center Wye Mills, 410-822-5400 x357

KinderCare Learning Center Severna Park, 410-647-7424 kindercare.com

Located in elementary schools in Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Linthicum, Jessup, Millersville, Pasadena, & Laurel, 410-437-4242 yafterschoolcare.org Visit us online at ChesapeakeFamily.com for the full Child Care directory.

Towson, 443-900-6458

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 23

CHILD CARE DIRECTORY

Baltimore City Child Care Resource Center

Y in Central Maryland

ANNUAL FUN PLANNER

F

rom seasonal festivals to special holidays to unique celebrations that showcase this area’s character and culture, families in Central Maryland will find special activities all year long. Here’s a list of some of our favorite special

activities during the year, organized by season. Be sure to check our online calendar for more fun things to do daily, and our seasonal event listings online to make sure you don’t miss the best family-friendly events this area has to offer.

SPRING: MARCH–MAY Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Irish Week Marching bands, bagpipes, floats, and associated parties. facebook.com/nappadparade

Maryland Day Celebration Events celebrate the founding of Maryland and showcase the area’s history. Southern Anne Arundel County and Annapolis. marylandday.org

Oyster Roast and Sock Burning Sock burning party with live music and oyster roast. Annapolis Maritime Museum. amaritime.org

National Cherry Blossom Festival (pictured above) Multi-week festival celebrating the cherry trees. Includes a parade, kite festival, performances, street festival and other activities. Washington, D.C. nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

Annapolis Film Festival Multi-day event with films, discussions and special events. Various Annapolis locations. annapolisfilmfestival.com

Annapolis Book Festival Activities, presentations, book sale, and author meetings. The Key School, Annapolis.

24 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

keyschool.org/community/annapolisbook-festival Chesapeake Family Life KIDS FEST Day Camps, Overnight Camps, STEAM Activities, Summer Programs, hands-on fun and giveaways. Pip Moyer Recreation Center, Annapolis.

St. John’s v. USNA Croquet Match The “Johnnies” and the “Mids” vie for the annual croquet title while guests enjoy a lawn party. St. John’s College Campus, Annapolis. sjc.edu

Celtic Festival and Highland Gathering Music and dance, Celtic market and competitions. Jefferson Park and Museum, St. Leonard. cssm.org/festival

Artscape Three-day free arts festival featuring visual and performing arts, fashion, hands-on projects, children’s entertainers and more. Baltimore. artscape.org

Maryland Seafood Festival Seafood, demonstrations, competitions, music, crab derby and more. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. mdseafoodfestival.com

Solomons Maritime Festival Antique boat show, crab picking and oyster shucking, music, demonstrations and more. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com

July Fourth Celebrations Fireworks and celebrations in several towns and D.C. Find complete listings at ChesapeakeFamily.com/july-4

Artsfest Art, performances, kids activities, food, drinks and more. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. annmariegarden.org

Great Chesapeake Balloon and Chestertown Tea Party Re-enactment of colonial uprising plus Colonial parade, street party, raft race, street performances, colonial crafts, food, wine and craft beer tasting. Historic Chestertown. chestertownteaparty.org Blue Angels Air Show Blue Angels flight demonstrations over Annapolis as part of USNA Commissioning Week events. Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis. usna.edu OTHER SPRING EVENTS Find more St. Patrick’s Day events, Easter activities and more spring fun at ChesapeakeFamily.com/Spring SUMMER: JUNE–AUGUST Bowiefest Local bands, games, rides, arts and crafts fair, food, home expo and more. Allen Poind Park, Bowie. cityofbowie.org/783/bowiefest Eastport A Rockin’ Bands, vendors, food and kids area.

Back Creek and Second Street, Annapolis. eastportarockin.com Annapolis Irish Festival Irish music, food, activities and more plus an area for kids. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville. annapolisirishfestival.com Smithsonian Folklife Festival Two-week living cultural heritage celebration with music, dance, food and more. National Mall, D.C. festival.si.edu

Wine Festival Hot air balloon displays and rides, kids zone, food trucks, crafts, wine and more. Triple Creek Winery, Cordova. triplecreekwinery.com Annapolis Rotary Crab Feast All-you-can-eat and drink crab feast.

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. annapolisrotary.org Navy Fan Fest Meet players, get autographs, and enjoy inflatable games and music. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. navysports.com Maryland State Fair Rides, games, food, exhibits, concerts and more. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium. marylandstatefair.com County Fairs Entertainment, 4-H and livestock shows, exhibits, games, rides and more. Howard County Fair in August; Anne Arundel County and Calvert County Fairs in September; and others.

OTHER SUMMER EVENTS Find more summer fun at ChesapeakeFamily.com/summer FALL: SEPTEMBER–NOVEMBER Light City Baltimore Multi-day event featuring illuminated art, entertainment and kids activities.

Baltimore Inner Harbor. lightcity.org Maryland Renaissance Festival English village with shows, games, attractions and more. Crownsville. rennfest.com

Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival Celebration honors and recognizes African culture and people including Kunta Kinte, a slave brought to Annapolis. City Dock, Annapolis. kuntakinte.org Harry Potter Festival Magic, trivia, quidditch games, a scavenger hunt, costume contest and more. Chestertown. chestertownhpfest.org Patuxent River Appreciation Day Boat building, canoe rides and harbor cruises, demonstrations, wine tasting, music and more.

Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com Downrigging Weekend Ships, schooners and wooden boats join the schooner Sultana in Chestertown for dock tours, public sails, performances, dock dog competition and other activities. Chestertown. sultanaeducation.org Patuxent Wildlife Festival Animals, children’s crafts, tram tours and more. National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel. fws.gov/refuge/patuxent American Indian Festival Music, dancing, storytelling, demonstrations and more showcasing Native American Culture. Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro. pgparks.com Maritime Republic of Eastport’s Tug of War Tug of war across Spa Creek pits Annapolis and Eastport with team competitions. Eastport and Annapolis City Dock. themre.org

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 25

Fall Festivals, Haunted Houses and Halloween Events For information about haunted houses, pumpkin patches and fall festivals see ChesapeakeFamily.com/Fall Grand Illuminations and Tree Lightings Lightings of town and attraction Christmas trees in November. Visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/holiday-lights OTHER FALL EVENTS Find more fall events at ChesapeakeFamily.com/fall WINTER: DECEMBER–FEBRUARY Midnight Madness Stores stay open late for holiday shopping, entertainment, snacks and drinks. Downtown Annapolis, downtownannapolispartnership.org/ midnight-madness, and in Historic Ellicott City, visitoldellicottcity.com Gingerbread House Show and Contest Enter and/or vote for your favorite

gingerbread houses. Darnall’s Chance House Museum, Upper Marlboro.

History.pgparks.com B&O’s Magical Holiday Express Trains of all sizes, holiday festivities in the roundhouse and children’s activities.

B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. borail.org Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade Parade of boats illuminated with colored lights. Annapolis Harbor and Spa Creek. eastportyc.org Holiday Light Displays and Shows Several drive-through or walk-through holiday light displays celebrate the season. For complete listings and information, visit ChesapeakeFamily. com/holiday-lights National Menorah Lighting Music, latkes and donuts, games and lighting of the menorah. White House Ellipse, D.C. nationalmenorah.org

26 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Military Bowl & Parade (pictured above - photo courtesy of MilitaryBowl.com) Parade features the Budweiser Clydesdales. Football game between ACC and AAC teams.

Downtown Annapolis and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. militarybowl.org New Year’s Eve Celebrations Towns and attractions ring in the new year with special celebrations, often with early celebrations for families. Find listings at ChesapeakeFamily.com/ new-yearsπ6 Polar Bear Plunge Plunge into the Chesapeake Bay and festival after. Raises money for Special Olympics Maryland. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. plungemd.com Other Winter Celebrations Find details about special events and celebrations for Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month and Valentine’s Day at ChesapeakeFamily.com/winter

bbf | health notes

Women’s Health Trends in 2022

P

“

rioritizing health and wellness in the new year has never been more important, and that must include physical, mental and emotional health to help conquer any obstacles that may come our way,” said

Dr. Minkin. “Making certain that women are aware of their options and resources regarding fertility and pregnancy, aging, mental health, and other women’s health topics can ensure a healthful start to the new year and beyond.”

The below trending topics are expected to shape women’s health in 2022:

COVID-19 vaccines & fertility: Many rumors about the COVID vaccine affecting fertility emerged this past year, but the declining fertility rates in the US are not due to receiving a COVID vaccination. In fact, it’s extremely important that women who are trying to conceive get their full COVID vaccination, including boosters to protect against new variants. Research shows that when a pregnant woman is vaccinated, the baby receives protective antibodies. Additionally, research shows that pregnant women who contract the coronavirus have an increased risk of stillbirth, preeclampsia, and preterm birth.

A potential Millennial ‘baby boom’ on the horizon: Due to a drop in birth rates during the pandemic, researchers

dryness, than ever before. Women experiencing vaginal dryness should incorporate a vaginal moisturizer into their wellness routine to alleviate dryness at the source, as well as a quality silicone lubricant just before sex. Women experiencing hot flashes may keep an eye out for the release of a new oral medication called Fezolinetant, that could help to reduce the number and severity of hot flashes in menopausal women.

Addressing mental health issues: A recent study indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a surge in anxiety and depression, particularly among women, as enforced lockdowns resulted in increased family responsibilities, household work, and risk of domestic violence. With the effects of the pandemic looming, taking care of mental health will continue to be an important practice. Women looking to take a first step toward bettering their mental health might engage in the power of physical activity, which improves mental and emotional well-being. Women experiencing depression may also consider speaking with licensed professionals for information and support.

“I encourage women to be proactive about their health by educating themselves, understanding their resources, and staying on top of important conversations with their health care providers,” adds Minkin.

— By Mary Jane Minkin, MD, OB/GYN, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University School of Medicine

predict what they call a “Millie Baby Boom” headed our way in the new year. Couples ready to start trying for a baby should evaluate lifestyle habits that may interfere with their ability to conceive and make changes accordingly, like quitting smoking, cutting out alcohol, and limiting caffeine as such factors have been shown to impact fertility.

Women’s health education via social media: Many trusted experts are bringing their health education and resources to social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. While this is helpful and informative, social media users must be wary of viral trends or information that can be potentially dangerous, particularly for vaginal health. Always consult with your health care provider before incorporating anything new into your vaginal health routine and choose clinically backed products.

Maintaining sexual wellness in aging: With an aging female population, more women are experiencing menopause and its uncomfortable symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 27

HEALTH CARE DIRECTORY

W

hether seeking a pediatrician, dentist, orthodontist, dermatologist, urgent care center or other health care professional for your family, you’re sure to find one

in our Health Care Directory.

You can also find parent-recommended doctors and health care practices in our annual Favorite Docs listing, available online at ChesapeakeFamily.com/Favorite-

H E A LT H C A R E D I R E C T O R Y

Docs.

ALLERGY AND ASTHMA Allergy and Asthma Associates Arnold, 410-647-2600 annapollendocsportal.com

Allergy and Asthma Center Baltimore, Bowie, Rockville 410-638-1999 premierallergist.com

Allergy and Asthma of Central Maryland Columbia, 410-730-6000 allergyasthmamaryland.com

Annapolis Allergy and Health Enhancement Center Annapolis, 410-224-5558 annapolisallergyandhealth.com

BIRTH CENTERS / MIDWIVES Anne Arundel Medical Center Women’s and Children’s Services Annapolis, 443-481-1000 aahs.org/women

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Glen Burnie, 410-787-4000 umbwmg.org

Edgewater Dental Arts

Braces in the Park

Edgewater, 410-956-3525 edgewaterdentalarts.com

Severna Park, 410-647-0800 bracesinthepark.com

Kathryn Ehmann and Associates

Crofton Orthodontic Associates

Annapolis, 410-224-1105 ehmanndds.com

Gambrills, 410-721-3403 docrsmartin.com

Kent Island Dentistry

Koterwas Orthodontics

Stevensville, 410-643-5100 kentislanddentistry.com

California, 301-863-7424 Prince Frederick, 410-414-5588 drkoterwas.com

Mitchell Dental Care Edgewater, 410-956-8380 mitchelldentalcare.com

Scott Finlay DDS and Associates Arnold, 443-276-4094 annapolissmiles.com

Scott M. Smith DDS Family Dentistry Bay Area Midwifery Annapolis, 410-573-1094 myaamg.org/bay-area-midwifery

DENTISTRY – GENERAL About Smiles Dentistry Annapolis, 410-990-4700 aboutsmilesdentistry.com

Annapolis Comprehensive Dentistry Annapolis, 410-266-6366 annapoliscompdentistry.com

Chambers Family Dentistry Annapolis, 443-214-3119 chambersfamilydentistry.com

Chesapeake Dental Arts Arnold, 410-757-6200 chesdentalarts.com

Dr. Brian Valle P.A. Millersville, 410-987-9100 drbrianvalle.com

Dr. John D. Ritter DMD and Dr. James S. Cleary DDS Annapolis, 410-267-7901 johndritterdmd.com

Annapolis, 410-626-9680 scottmsmithdds.com

Soistman Family Dentistry Centreville, 410-690-3388 Easton, 410-412-3339 soistmanfamilydentistry.com

Strong Smiles Dental Care Edgewater, 410-956-4608 strongsmilesdental.com

Ward, Byrne and Conklin Dental Group Baltimore, Millersville 410-729-9090 wardbyrne.com

Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton, Greenbelt, 410-267-7300 LabbeFamilyOrtho.com Labbe Family Orthodontics is committed to providing excellent orthodontic care at the right time, for the right reason, with integrity and honesty. We are dedicated to changing lives by designing beautiful, healthy smiles in a fun, enthusiastic environment. LFO offers flexible payment options, accepts most insurance plans and offers complimentary consultations.

Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics Elkton, Forest Hill, Glen Burnie, Havre de Grace, Parkville 855-979-3366 mainstreetsmiles.com

Mairead O’Reilly and Associates Annapolis, 410-266-0025 annapolisortho.com

Waugh Chapel Dental

Orthodontists of Maryland

Gambrills, 410-451-9600 waughchapeldental.com

Glen Burnie, 410-761-6960 orthodontistsofmaryland.com

DENTISTRY – ORTHODONTISTS

Philbin and Reinheimer Orthodontics

All Smiles Orthodontics

Annapolis, Stevensville 410-774-5829

Crofton, Edgewater, Severna Park, 855-862-5472 allsmilesorthodontics.com

marylandbraces.com

Benkovich Orthondontics

Gambrills, 410-721-3403 specialistsinorthomd.com

Eastern Shore Dental Care

Annapolis, 410-268-1700 Kent Island, 410-643-4499 drbenkovich.com

Chester, 443-249-8881 easternshoredentalcare.com

Berkinshaw Orthodontics

28 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Labbe Family Orthodontics

Annapolis, 410-266-8880 berkinshaworthodontics.com

Specialists in Orthodontics Maryland

DENTISTRY – PEDIATRIC Arundel Pediatric Dental Care Millersville, 410-987-2273

arundelpediatricdentalcare.com

Berry Children’s Dental Bowie, 301-383-0959 berrychildrendental.com

Chesapeake Pediatric Dental Group Abingdon/Bel Air, 410-569-4300, Hanover, 410-799-0780 Perry Hall, 410-248-3384 chesapeakepediatricdental.com Our group helps address the special needs children have when it comes to compassionate, quality children’s dentistry. We try to give positive dental experiences and provide a loving, caring atmosphere where children are treated as individuals.

See our ad on page 30

Naptown Smiles

Kent Island Pediatric Dentistry Stevensville, 410-604-2211 kipediatricdentistry.com

The Pediatric Dental Specialists Bowie, 301-262-0242 blwpds.com

Tooth Fairy Smiles Annapolis, 410-897-1931 toothfairysmiles.com

Tull, Behling, Decere Pediatric Dentistry Arnold, 410-757-5437 757kids.com

Vernon Pediatric Dentistry Severna Park, 410-544-4888 vernonpediatricdentistry.com

Annapolis, Easton, Glen Burnie, Hagerstown, Kent Island, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, 443-351-3376 aadermatology.com

MD Dermatology of Maryland Edgewater, 410-956-7777 mddermatology.com

FAMILY PRACTICE / INTERNAL MEDICINE Annapolis Family Medicine Annapolis, 410-280-9500 annapolisfamilymedicine.org

Annapolis Integrative Medicine Annapolis, 410-266-3613 annapolisintegrativemedicine.com

SIGN ME UP

Annapolis, 443-481-1150 aaphysicians.com

Bay Community Health West River, Shady Side, 410-867-4700 baycommunityhealth.org Bay Community Health offers Primary Care, Behavioral Health, Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance and Care Management Services at all locations. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, a variety of commercial insurances and patients without insurance. A Sliding Fee Scale Discount Program is available to assist eligible patients. Translation services are available.

See our ad on page 29

Bay Crossing Family Medicine

Annapolis Dermatology Associates

Calvert Family Practice Associates

Annapolis, 410-268-3887 adcdermdocs.com

SIGN UP FOR THE CHESAPEAKE FAMILY LIFE ENEWSLETTER. AT LEAST 20 NEW ADVENTURE SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR FAMILY EVERY WEEK. SIGN UP TODAY SO THAT YOU DON'T MISS OUT ON ANY OF THE FUN CHESAPEAKEFAMILY.COM/SUBSCRIBE

Email

Arnold, 410-518-9808 baycrossingfamilymedicine.com

Annapolis Dermatology Center

LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN?

Annapolis Primary Care

DERMATOLOGY

Annapolis, 410-224-2260 annapolisdermatology.com

SIGN UP

Prince Frederick, 410-535-4488 calvertfamilypractice.com

Crofton Internal Medicine Gambrills, 410-451-7214 aahs.org

Primary Care & Behavioral Health No Neighbor Shall Go Without Needed Healthcare Bay Community Health is a non-profit health center serving southern Anne Arundel County and its neighboring areas for over 40 years

West River

134 Owensville Road West River, MD 20778

Shady Side

6131 Shady Side Road Shady Side, MD 20764

Primary Care: (410) 867-4700 Behavioral Health: (443) 607-1432 Accepting new patients, a variety of insurances and patients without insurance Sliding fee discount programs and health insurance enrollment assistance available Knowledgeable staff available to assist with social needs

Follow Us On Social Media @baycommunityhc

@baycommunity_hc

www.baycommunityhealth.org Bay Community Health is a 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax deductible.

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 29

H E A LT H C A R E D I R E C T O R Y

Annapolis, 410-224-0018 naptownsmiles.com

Anne Arundel Dermatology

Crossroads Medical Associates Ellicott City, 410-997-7660 crossroadsmd.com

Greater Annapolis Medical Group Annapolis, 410-573-1110 gamgdocs.com

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Annapolis, Glen Burnie and Odenton, 1-833-GET-JHCP hopkinsmedicine.org/jhcp

Kent Island Primary Care Chester, 410-604-6560 aaphysicians.com

Maryland Primary Care Physicians Annapolis, Arnold, Bowie, Columbia, Pasadena 410-255-2700, mpcp.com

H E A LT H C A R E D I R E C T O R Y

Find us on facebook

Potomac Physicians

Join Our

TEAM CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR

CONTENT CREATORS Journalist

Bloggers Visual Story Tellers

APPLY NOW Send your resume and writing samples to the email below.

DJ@JecoAnnapolis.com

30 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com

Upper Marlboro, 301-297-4000 childrensnational.org

Kaiser Permanente of the Mid-Atlantic States Multiple locations in Anne Arundel County, kp.org/annearundel

University of Maryland Bowie Health Center Bowie, 301-262-5511 bowiehealthcampus.org

University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton Easton, 410-822-1000 umem.org

MENTAL HEALTH Amber Lassally LCSW-C LLC Arnold, 410-919-4904 amberlassally.com

Anchored Hope Therapy

Annapolis, 410-266-1000 potomacphysicians.com

Annapolis, 443-291-8090 anchoredhopetherapy.com

Severna Park Medical Associates

Brighter Hope Wellness Center

Severna Park, 410-544-5900 severnaparkdoc.com

South River Family Medicine Edgewater, 410-956-4911 southriverfm.com

HOSPITALS / MEDICAL CENTERS Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Annapolis 443-481-1000, aahs.org

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Glen Burnie, 410-787-4000 umbwmg.org

Calvert Memorial Hospital Prince Frederick, 410-535-4000 calverthospital.org

Children’s National Health Center Annapolis, 410-266-6582 Laurel, 240-568-7000

Clarksville, 410-531-8100 brighterhopewellness.com

Oasis - The Center for Mental Health Annapolis 410-571-0888 oasismentalhealth.net

Sheppard Pratt Health System 410-938-3000, sheppardpratt.org

Waypoint Wellness Center Linthicum, 410-684-3806 waypointwellnesscenter.com

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Annapolis OB-GYN Associates Annapolis, 410-573-9530 annapolisobgyn.com

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Group: Women’s Health Glen Burnie, 410-787-4000

umbwmg.org

Kalyani Eye Care

South River Pediatrics

Chesapeake Women’s Care

Hanover 410-782-3233 kalyanieye.com

Edgewater, Dunkirk, Kent Island, 410-956-6302 southriverpediatrics.com

Ophthalmology Associates of Greater Annapolis

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Arnold 410- 757-2778 annapoliseyecare.com

Annapolis Family Physical Therapy

Annapolis, 410-571-9700 chesapeakewomenscare.com

Comprehensive Gynecology Center Gambrills, 410-451-0076 compgyncenter.com

LSC OB/GYN LLC

Peepers of Severna Park

Annapolis, 410-266-7755 lscobgynllc.com

Severna Park 410-544-7417 peeperseyecar.com

Premier Ob/Gyn

Solomon Eye Associates

Odenton, 301-352-4007 premierobgynllc.com

Bowie, Greenbelt, McLean 877-750-6474 solomoneyeassociates.com

Womankind OB/GYN Associates Columbia, 410-997-6464 womankindobgyn.com

Annapolis, 410-224-2228 womenobgyn.com

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Blossom Pediatric Occupational Therapy Davidsonville 240-421-3154 blossomOT.com

RSI - Rehabilitation Services Inc. Laurel 301-498-8100 rsitherapy.net

Therapy Solutions for Children Severna Park 410-421-8920 ots4children.com

OPHTHALMOLOGISTS / OPTOMETRISTS Anne Arundel Eye Center Annapolis, 410-224-2010 annearundeleyecenter.com

Chesapeake Eye Care and Laser Center Annapolis 877-374-2020 chesapeakeeyecare.com

Annapolis Pediatrics Annapolis, Crofton, Edgewater, Kent Island, Severna Park, 410-263-6363 annapolispediatrics.com Annapolis Pediatrics has provided exceptional healthcare to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults for more than 70 years. We offer a variety of services to meet the needs of our patients, including evening and weekend hours, 5 convenient locations (new location in Pasadena opening in 2022), a 24/7 nurse advice Line, over 30 providers, virtual visits, lactation services, and online classes. We are available for our patients 365 days a year. It is our mission to provide Exceptional Care for Every Child. See our ad on page 29

Arundel Pediatrics Arnold, Linthicum, 410-789-7337 arundelpediatrics.com

Bayside Pediatrics Annapolis, 410-224-7667 mybaysidepeds.com

Chesapeake Pediatrics Annapolis, 410-224-3663 chesapeakepediatrics.com

Bayside Physical Therapy Centreville, Edgewater, Gambrills, Glen Burnie, Millersville, Stevensville baysidephysicaltherapy.com

Rehab 2 Perform Annapolis, 301-798-4838 x6 Rehab2Perform.com

RSI - Rehabilitation Services Inc. Laurel, 301-498-8100 rsitherapy.net See our ad on page 2

URGENT CARE AFC Urgent Care Edgewater, 410-956-3394 afcurgentcareedgewater.com

Kinder Mender Walk-in Pediatric Center Columbia, Glen Burnie, Laurel 443-492-4000 kindermender.com

PM Pediatrics Annapolis, 410-266-6767

RADIOLOGY

pmpediatrics.com

Advanced Radiology

Righttime Medical Care

Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Millersville Severna Park, 888-972-9700 advanceradiology.com

Annapolis, Arundel Mills, Pasadena, Waugh Chapel 888-808-6483, myrighttime.com

American Radiology Services

West Street Medical

Waldorf, 410-298-0454 americanradiology.com

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY Budding Voices LLC Severna Park, 844-410-2878 BuddingVoices.com

RSI - Rehabilitation Services Inc. Laurel, 301-498-8100 rsitherapy.net

Speech Matters Annapolis, 443-822-0817 speechmatterstherapy.com

The Pediatric Group

TESTING RESOURCES

Crofton, Davidsonville, Severna Park, 410-721-2273 pediatricgroup.com

Summit Resource Center

Annapolis, 410-268-3627 midmdhealth.com

UROLOGY Chesapeake Urology 25 Locations throughout Maryland Annapolis, 443-231-1500 Hanover, 410-760,9400 chesapeakeurology.com For our entire Health Care Directory visit ChesapeakeFamily.com/ Healthcare.

To see a list of reader nominated doctors head over to ChesapeakeFamily.com and check out or Favorite Doctors and see what to say your community has to say about them.

Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org The Summit Resource Center offers

ChesapeakeFamily.com • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIES 2022 • 31

H E A LT H C A R E D I R E C T O R Y

Women’s Ob/Gyn of Annapolis

PEDIATRICIANS

Annapolis, 410-266-6626 annapolispt.com

a collection of services to children, adolescents and adults designed to ensure future success. It is your source for diagnostic testing services, consultations, benchmark testing, individual tutoring, summer programs, workshops and professional development. Summit Resource Center services are available to the community and are not limited to students enrolled at The Summit School.

See our ad on page 10

Presorted PresortedStd. Std. U.S. Postage U.S. Postage PAID PAID Baltimore, Baltimore,MD MD Permit 4475 PermitNo. No. 4475

121 121Cathedral CathedralStreet, Street,Suite Suite3A 3A Annapolis, MD 21401 Annapolis, MD 21401 Find Findus: us: chesapeakefamily.com chesapeakefamily.com

Join to get more of what you want!

The Chesapeake Family Life Network

SIGN UP

LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN?

Maryland

SIGN UP FOR THE CHESAPEAKE FAMILY LIFE ENEWSLETTER. AT LEAST 20 NEW ADVENTURE SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR FAMILY EVERY WEEK. SIGN UP TODAY SO THAT YOU DON'T MISS OUT ON ANY OF THE FUN CHESAPEAKEFAMILY.COM/SUBSCRIBE

Email

A FUN FILLED DAY FOR THE WHOLE S I G N M E FAMILY! UP CHESAPEAKEFAMILY.COM/MARYLANDKIDSFEST

MARCH 12TH, 2022 11AM PIP MOYER REC CENTER 32 • BIG BOOK FOR FAMILIESCHESAPEAKEFAMILY.COM/MARYLANDKIDSFEST 2022 • ChesapeakeFamily.com