Thanks to local rapper Damond Blue, nearly 200 children in the Boys & Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore will be able to see “Black Panther” in its opening week. Damond Blue, in conjunction with his foundation Beats Not Bullets and the Bigger Media Group, has bought out three theaters …

THURSDAY Homeschool Workshop: Designing and Gaming Begin with a visit to the Baltimore Museum of Industry to learn about engineering and game design. Spend the afternoon at The Walters Art Museum exploring ancient games and creating your own art. Ages 7-12. Registration required. The Walters Art Museum, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., …

It’s surprisingly frustrating when you go to use an emoji, only to find it doesn’t exist. After all, there are nearly 2,700 of the little icons. It seems ridiculous that your keyboard wouldn’t have exactly what you were looking for in any given moment … hence the existence of the …

THURSDAY Midweek Concert: Around the Globe Embark on a musical journey as you listen to selections from all over the globe. Recommended for grades 3-5. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Feb. 8-9, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., $6.50, bsomusic.org Teen Writers Club Do you have a passion for writing? Explore your …

FRIDAY Disney on Ice Presents Frozen Disney on Ice is skating into town for a limited time only. Bundle up as you are transported to wintertime in Arendelle to relive the tale of Anna, Elsa and everyone’s favorite goofy snowman, Olaf. Mickey and Minnie host this winter spectacular, which also …

There was a lot to love about the opening night of “Waitress” at the Hippodrome Jan. 30: the fabulous vocal performances, Sara Bareilles’ stellar score, even the mini-pies being sold in mason jars at the concession stand. But one thing certainly stood out–the adorable little blonde girl who took the …

  Have you ever wanted to just pack up your whole life and skip town? For most, the idea of getting away from it all is little more than a fantasy on a frazzled day. But for the Fiore family, it’s soon to be reality. For the past 14 years, …

  THURSDAY Snowman Celebration Day It may be cold outside, but it’s warm in the library! Celebrate our chilly friend with stories (read every hour) and a craft. Harford County Public Library, Abingdon Branch, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., free, hcplonline.org Random Acts of Science Explore chemistry and physics through an engaging …

THURSDAY Homeschool Astronomy Day See the stars without the cold air in an indoor planetarium along with a variety of activities Geared towards ages 6-12, but younger and older siblings may attend as well. Registration required. Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $3, facebook.com/BannekerMuseum Homeschool Workshop: Mathematical …

THURSDAY Chocolate Study Hall Enjoy a sweet treat while getting your homework done or studying for an upcoming test. Enoch Pratt Library, Pennsylvania Avenue Branch, 4-5 p.m., free, prattlibrary.org Full STEAM Ahead The “a” in STEAM stands for Art! Come create amazing art using the Braille alphabet. Ages 7-12. Enoch …