Time for Tots

Thu · Nov 19·6 PM – 7:30 PM·Black Hill Discovery Center · Boyds

Book discussion on Shelton Johnson’s “Gloryland” at Black Hill Discovery Center, focusing on environmental and nature topics; participants may bring snacks and register to attend.

Thu · Nov 19·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Quince Orchard Library · Gaithersburg

Baby Storytime at Quince Orchard Library — 20‑30‑minute session of books, songs, rhymes and bounces for infants on caregivers’ laps, followed by stay‑and‑play, ages 1 and under.

Thu · Nov 19·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Gaithersburg Library

Outdoor storytime at Bohrer Park’s grassy area between the pavilion and playground features action books, fingerplays, songs and rhymes for early literacy, for ages 5 and under.

Thu · Nov 19·Gaithersburg

Weekly curbside leaf pickup for single-family and townhouse owners, placed on regular recycling day by 7 a.m., with guidelines to keep streets clear.

Wed · Nov 18·10 AM – 12 PM·Black Hill Discovery Center · Boyds

Babes in a Backpack (Black Hill Discovery Center) — Hike with a naturalist, following nature‑play prompts and learning stations; backpacks or carriers required, trails not stroller‑accessible.

Thu · Nov 19·6:30 PM – 7:15 PM·Germantown Library

Evening storytime at Germantown Library features diverse stories and language‑building activities, with pajamas encouraged, for ages 5 and under.

Fri · Oct 23·4:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Cabin John Ice Rink

Costume parade, trick‑or‑treat skating, costume contest, and Halloween crafts on the NHL rink, with skate rental and public skate admission, for ages 5 and under.

Fri · Oct 23·5 PM – 6 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Pumpkin painting and seasonal beer or wine on the raptor deck with snacks, registration includes a pumpkin and two drinks, 21+.