Grab & Go Kids Planner

Arbutus:

Where/When: on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Why Go: Join Councilman Tom Quirk and play some basketball, take a turn in the batting cages or enjoy any of the other activities that will be offered!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: on Sunday, Aug. 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: If your little one is a car fanatic, bring him or her to this family-friendly car show. Hot rods, muscle cars and more will be on display, and there will be food, raffles and more!

Pricing: Free admission; food, etc. is extra

Catonsville:

Where/When: on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: Cars aren't the only thing featured at this car show: there will also be games, prizes, vendors, food and activities for folks of all ages.

Pricing: Free admission

Where/When: Catonsville Dinner Theatre at 5130 Greenwich Ave. in Baltimore on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: Actors of all ages are welcome to audition for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” Show 'em what you can do and be ready to sing and dance!

Pricing: Free

Columbia:

Where/When: on Friday, Aug. 26, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Why Go: From the opening song “Good Morning, Baltimore!” to the closing sounds of “You Can't Stop The Beat,” watch as Tracy and her friends fight racism and get famous in the process.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: on Sunday, Aug. 28, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Why Go: Meet some adorable canines who are looking for a good home. Maybe it can be yours?

Pricing: Free to look; adoption fees apply

Elkridge:

Where/When: on Friday, Aug. 26, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: Wind down the summer at this carnival that will feature games, food, live entertainment and more. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: on Friday, Aug. 26, at 6:30 p.m.

Why Go: A cute and different twist of the classic Shakespearean play will be played: “Gnomeo and Juliet.” It's rated G, so even the littlest kids can enjoy the flick!

Pricing: Free