February Events in Upper Marlboro

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Friday, February 20, 9:30 am-5:30 pm
African American Heritage: Prince George’s County
Travel with us to take a closer look at the buildings and sites associated with Prince George’s County’s African American history. We’ll visit the Charles Duckett Freedman’s Cabin, Columbia Air Field – the first African American airport, Northampton Slave Quarters and Dorsey Chapel, along with many other African American historical sites. Fee includes coach bus transportation, admission fees, and lunch. This trip departs from the parking lot at Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro.
All ages welcome.
Fee: $45/person
Billingsley House Museum
Information: 301-627-0730; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #1232999

Friday, February 20, 7-9 pm
Celebrating Black History: An Arts Showcase
Watch local children celebrate African American culture and history by performing a collaboration of African, hip-hop and modern dance routines, poetry readings, art displays, and musical selections. Light refreshments will be served.
All ages welcome. FREE with center ID
(No ID required for children 5 & under.)
Fee: Resident w/o ID $2; Non-Resident $3
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768

Saturday, February 21, 10-11 am
Nature Crafts: Children
Program includes nature crafts, a story, and a featured live animal. Reservations required.
Ages 2-8
Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3
Watkins Nature Center
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-218-6702; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #130348

Baseball Festival: African Americans in the History of Baseball
Learn about the contributions of black athletes from the Negro Leagues to present day, major league baseball. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk down Memory Lane in our baseball exhibit, find out how fast they pitch, swing in the batting cage, catch baseballs in the outfield, engage in drill and activity games, and more! Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase.
All ages welcome.
Fee: $4/person
Upper Marlboro Community Center
5400 Marlboro Racetrack Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-2828; TTY 301-23-6030

Saturday, February 28, 9 am-12 noon
Birding the Patuxent River
See migrating waterfowl hotspots on a guided river tour. Reservations required.
Ages 18 & up
Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #131087

Saturday, February 28, 10 am-12 noon
Invasive Plant Removal
Volunteers are invited to join in our effort to remove invasive plants from the woodlands. Clippers and gloves will be supplied. Reservations required. Visit www.pgparks.com to sign up as a volunteer.
Ages 13 & up; FREE
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544

Saturday, February 28, 2-3:30 pm
Scottish Heritage Day
Celebrate Darnall’s Chance’s Scottish heritage and partake in a cozy winter afternoon tea. Enjoy the tastes and sounds of Scotland. Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: Resident $20; Non-Resident $25
Darnall’s Chance House Museum
14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-952-8010; TTY 301-699-2544