South County Family YMCA Set To Open April 2021
Looking for a new place for your family to get active as we head into the summer? Look no farther than Urbana. Frederick County’s...
When Fun Fulfills a Purpose: Youth Programs Encourage Leadership and Future Goals
Parents know there is a small window of time to make a meaningful, positive impact on children and shape who they may become as...
Creative Ways to Tell Your Child ‘I Love You’
Valentine’s Day is a perfect holiday to show your child how much he or she is loved. Try these creative ideas to show how...
Stories to Warm Your Heart This Winter
Explore your child’s feelings of belonging and believing with the following books.
Board/Toddlers
‘Mama Loves You So’
by Terry Pierce
Can’t put into words how much you love...
Helping Children in the Aftermath of Violence
The rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, shook us all to the core. While we continue to grapple with our...
Build Heart-Healthy Behaviors for Preschoolers at Home
A pressing concern like a global pandemic can quickly overshadow other important health challenges facing families. One is the issue of childhood obesity, a...
Mentors Matter
Can you make an extraordinary commitment to a child? What can you do to positively impact the lives of youth in Frederick County?
This January,...
We’re Loving These 7 New Products for Kids and Parents This Winter
Power Treads
Get set for all-surface vehicles that flip, rip and roam all around. Create your own custom course using the modular track set. Level...
All the Feels: Helping Children Identify and Manage Their Tough Emotions
We’ve all been there. Your 3-year-old has a meltdown in the middle of the grocery checkout line or you become beyond exasperated when your...
Maintain the Joy of the Season and Overcome the Post-Holiday Blues
Each year, the holiday season brings with it a lot of excitement, activities and social gatherings. We often make a special effort to decorate...
