Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in Baltimore, including a mermaid-themed race and a teddy bear picnic!
Back to School Night
Aug. 21, 6-9 p.m. | Columbia, MD
Get familiar with educational resources and community organizations in Howard County at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, as well as enjoying fun games and refreshments.
Free | howardcountymd.gov/recreation-parks/back-school-night-all-ages

Teddy Bear Picnic
Aug. 22, 10-10:45 a.m. | Towson, MD
Children’s music studio It’s Groovy Baby is hosting a teddy bear picnic, where children are welcome to bring their favorite stuffed animals for a morning of singing, dancing and music-based play.
$15-$25 | itsgroovybaby.com
The Mermaid Run and Under the Sea Bash
Aug. 22, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Aberdeen, MD
A memorial 5k and mile run at Festival Park held to raise awareness of infant loss, followed by a mermaid-themed festival that includes “real-life” mermaids, acrobats, giant bubbles and other fun attractions
$33.74-$60.19 for run, $5 per child under 12 for Under the Sea Bash | themermaidrun.com








