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PAC Judy Center Newsletter
April 2024
Patuxent-Appeal Elementary Campus Judy Center Early Learning Hub
Appeal Elementary School
11655 HG Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
443-550-8077
Website: Judy Center - Patuxent Appeal Elementary (calvertnet.k12.md.us)
Calendar: PAC Judy Center Calendar - Patuxent Appeal Elementary (calvertnet.k12.md.us)
About Us
~ Mindful Fact ~
Laughter is the best medicine. It is also a positive outlet. Laughter distracts you from negative emotions and gives you a good dose of perspective.
⚠️🛑⚠️JUDY CENTER CHANGES⚠️🛑⚠️
You may have noticed that we have transitioned all of our events to online registration links.
Please be mindful that all of our events have limited space / slots available, and our numbers / supplies are capped ahead of time.
All of our programs are open to children birth through 5 years of age.
Thank you so much in advance for your patience, understanding and continued support.
Upcoming Events
Spring Planting Event
You are invited!
Come grab a planting kit from the Judy Center to participate! You can grow your own sugar snap peas at home.
This event is limited to 35 families.
To register, click this link: https://forms.office.com/r/JiUqdx6p6Z
Family Friday - Science Rocks with the Singing Scientist
Science presented by a real scientist in a fun, understandable and memorable show to engage families to learn and explore more about the natural world around us.
Open to Kindergarten, PREK, Head Start and Judy Center 0-4 families.
Registration is required for this event.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/RgmLp4gxLt
Event Date: April 12, 2024
Event Time: 6pm - 7:30pm
April Cooking with Kara
The Judy Center Early Learning Hub and the Maryland SNAP-Ed are excited to host another Cooking with Kara series event. This event is virtual, and families can cook from the comfort of their own home. Ingredients will be provided by the PAC Judy Center for the first 25 families that register. We will be making Crunchy Vegetable Wraps!
EVENT DATE: Wednesday April 17, 2024
EVENT TIME: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
INGREDIENT PICK UP DATES: April 15th & 16th after 1:30pm
This event is for families with children ages birth - 5 years old.
Registration is required for this event.
RSVP by April 11, 2024
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/QsyksteN6P
Cruisers Playgroup
This playgroup is for children ages 13 Months - 2 years old.
We will focus on free play, music and movement, and sensory activities.
**Snack will be provided**
Dates: Tuesday, April 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th, 2024
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Judy Center at Patuxent-Appeal Campus
***WE HAVE 9 SLOTS PER CLASS AVAILABLE***
Registration is required to attend.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/w0axFZgRZb
Preschool Playgroup
This playgroup is for families with children ages 2-5 years old (not in school).
Join us at The Judy Center for some fun! We will have free play, a story, a craft, and enjoy a nutritious snack. Every last Friday of the month we will have Library Story Time.
Dates:
Friday, April 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th, 2024
Times:
9:30am - 10:30am OR 10:45am - 11:45pm
Location: Judy Center at Patuxent- Appeal Campus
***WE HAVE 9 SLOTS PER CLASS AVAILABLE ***
Registration is required to attend.
To register please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/gkgw8HeHkV
Imaginarium Play Group
This event is for families with children ages 14 months-5 years old.
Meet us at Imaginarium where we will have 1 hour of unstructured playtime and make lots of new friends!!
Event Date: April 9, 2024
Event Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Event Location: 13360 H.G. Trueman Road, Solomons, MD 20688
** WE HAVE 20 SLOTS AVAILABLE**
Registration is required to attend.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/WAkQKJ747e
Tummy Time
Join us for 1 hour of Tummy Time fun.
Event Dates: Thursday, April 4th & 18th, 2024
Event Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Registration is required to attend.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/nCYE2j18QU
Mindful Moms
What is Mindful Moms?
A 1-hour interactive support group to learn the benefits of mindful parenting, deep breathing, journaling, how to handle tough moments with a clear mind, and so much more.
**Children are welcome🙂**
Event Date: Thursday, April 11th & 25th, 2024
Event Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Registration is required to attend.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/33kUMpVfPi
Drop In Playgroup
This group is for all ages and stages! Meet with your mom friends or just get out of the house with the kids. A partner agency will be featured at each meeting; this month will feature the Infants and Toddlers Program.
Event Date: Friday, April 26, 2024
Event Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration is required to attend.
To register, please click the link: https://forms.office.com/r/YnMgzxFFxR
⚠️ Changes to the Diaper Bank ⚠️
Effective February 1st, 2024, changes have been made to the Calver Diaper Bank.
- All families currently receiving assistance from the Calvert Diaper Bank will be required to reapply.
- Changes have been made to qualifying requirements.
- Families in need of diapers will need to contact the Diaper Bank each month to set up their pickup date and time.
- Diaper Bank contact Sarah Harding by phone at 443-550-8082 or via email at: hardings@calvertnet.k12.md.us
PLEASE NOTE:
- We are unable to serve walk-ins. Appointments only.
- You must contact the diaper bank via phone or email to ensure that we have sizes in stock.
- This is a monthly service, we cannot provide diapers more than once per family, per month.
- The Diaper Bank is a donation-based program and as such, our sizes and availability vary. We do not guarantee diapers will be available.
Did you know that the Judy Center is a hub for the Maryland Diaper Bank? The diaper bank provides support to families across Calvert County. Maryland Diaper Bank participants will receive 50 free diapers and a set of wipes each month. There are qualifications to be able to access the diaper bank. To see if you or another family qualifies, please contact Sarah Harding at Hardings@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Judy's Closet
Are you in need of clothes for your child or baby supplies? Make an appointment to visit Judy's Closet to see what we have available. We have clothes ranging from Preemie and up. We also have baby blankets, bottles, jackets, hats and gloves.
Email Sarah at hardings@calvertnet.k12.md.us to make an appointment
Partner/Community Flyers
Office Closings
The Judy Center Early Learning Hub at PAC and the Calvert Diaper Bank will be closed on the following date(s):
Spring Recess - March 28 - April 2, 2024
Judy Center programming is developed with funds from the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood