Thursday
Skatefest
Enjoy winter’s best sport and support the Special Olympics of Maryland. Pandora Ice Rink, 6-8 p.m., $5 for admission and skate rental. innerharboricerink.org
Homeschool Social Studies
Students learn how kids were affected by the Industrial Revolution, particularly in the milling industry. Jan. 10, 17 and 24, Eden Mill, 12:15-2 p.m., $25 members, $30 nonmembers. edenmill.org
Don’t Get Trouble in Your Mind
The Carolina Chocolate Drops Story
This documentary tells the story of three African-American musicians coming of age in the 21th Century embraced roots music and launched a career that led to a Grammy Award in 2010. A discussion with filmmaker John Whitehead will be held after the film. Creative Alliance, 7:30 p.m. $7 members, $10 nonmembers (+$3 at the door). creativealliance.org
Glow in the Dark Storytime
Interactive stories, songs and craft time promise to take the dark out of this winter evening. Ages 2-5. Participants get to take home a glow stick. Baltimore County Public Library, Cockeysville branch, 7-8 p.m., free. bcpl.info
Friday
Martinville Train Garden
For those who like it old school, the Martinville Christmas Train Garden exhibit showcases the Middle River area of the past and this is the last day to enjoy its nostalgic charm. Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum. $5. mdairmuseum.org
Lively Arts for Little Ones
Tracey Eldridge entertains with dancing, puppetry, body percussion, stories and more in this popular ongoing Howard County art series. The Other Barn in Oakland Mills, 10 a.m., $5. oaklandmills.org
Storytime with a Veterinarian
Learn about the work of veterinarians through stories, songs and pretend play with a guest veterinarian. Ages 3-5. Anne Arundel County Public Library, Odenton Branch, 9:30 a.m., free. accpl.net
Saturday
Weed Warriors
Bring boots, gloves and water for this volunteer effort that help keep Lake Roland clean. Ages 13 and up. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Meet at the ranger station. Lake Roland, 9-10 a.m., free. lakeroland.org
BSO Music Box: Bugs
Spiders, butterflies, bees and other creatures are the theme for this installment of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s popular toddler-focused, lobby concert series. Ages 6 months-3. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., $12. bsomusic.org/music-box
North Park “Frostbite” Trail Walk
Easy 1.5 mile guided nature and history walk open to all ages. Walk will be still be held in the event of snow or rain. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Susquehanna Lock House Museum. North Park in Havre de Grace, 10 a.m., free. explorehavredegrace.com
Parent & Me: Baking Basics
Biscuits, scones, muffins, basic kitchen safety and more (cracking eggs!) will be covered in this class. Ages 8-17. Baltimore Chef Shop, 9:30 am., $90 for parent and child. baltimorechefshop.com
Sunday
Mixed Reactions
Learn about combustion and other chemical reactions. Ages 6-11; registration required. Baltimore County Public Library, Pikesville Branch, 2-2:45 p.m., free. bcpl.info
