Kid-Tauqua

Crellin Steel Drum Band

Keep kids busy with free, engaging programs and activities. The Kid-Tauqua Tent has special musical programs, demonstrations, tie-dying, bubble-making, and make ‘n’ take crafts. Visit the Splash Pad for interactive water play.

Once the kids are worn out, relax on a Trolley Tour of the Mountain Lake Park Historic District. Free horse-drawn carriage rides run all weekend.

Program Schedule


SATURDAY

11:30 Treasure Hunt
with David Moran

12:00 Learn to Juggle
with Lars Matthew Rieck

1:00 Storytelling and Puppetry
with Jo Ann Dadisman

2:00 Musical Instruments, Make ‘n’ Take
wth Sally Stephenson

3:00 Learn to Play Guitar
with Mark Edwards


SUNDAY

1:00 Learn To Play Guitar
with Mark Edwards

2:00 Learn to Juggle
with Lars Matthew Rieck

3:30 GaGo Robotics Demonstration
with Chuck Trautwein

  • Learn to Juggle

    Lars Matthew Rieck is an Instagram sensation, demonstrating his remarkable skill of contact juggling, or manipulating objects to appear weightless. His unique approach has earned him over 100 thousand followers. Lars will be teaching a workshop on juggling. He’ll share his expertise so kids can continue to practice on their own. Parents may want to join in!

  • Storytelling and Puppetry

    Jo Ann Dadisman will be returning with a program your kids will love. Storytelling, music, and puppets open up a child’s imagination and allow them to be immersed in the moment.

  • Learn The Guitar

    Internationally acclaimed guitarist Mark Edwards will bring practice guitars to help curious children learn how to play his favorite instrument. This is a rare opportunity for children to discover a lifelong interest in music.

  • Musical Instruments

    Sally Stephenson brightens up the Kid-Tauqua tent with her interactive songs. Her warm, natural demeanor draws in the little ones. Listen, sing along, and play simple instruments with Dr. Sally while learning about the animals of our woodlands.

  • GaCo Robotics Demonstration

    Chuck Trautwein heads up Garrett County’s Robotics team, GaCo, and has mentored students who have won multiple international awards of excellence in robotic engineering. See his amazing demonstration of technology on the Kid-Tauqua stage.

  • Treasure Hunt

    David Moran will tap into your child’s imagination and exploratory skills. He will lead a treasure hunt with a special surprise for the winner(s) who find it.