Good Kid-izen Events 2025: Bringing Community and Joy to Howard County
- wheelersir
- Oct 3
- 2 min read
The 2025 Good Kidizens summer series at Color Burst Park was a heartwarming success, uniting families and supporting local businesses through seven unique, community-focused events. From Grammy-winning performances to young entrepreneurs showcasing their creativity, each celebration offered something special for Howard County families.
A Summer to Remember: Event Highlights
Running from June to September, the Good Kidizens series delivered themed events designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Here’s a quick look at how each celebration brought joy to the community:
June 14: Share a Song 🎵The series kicked off with a lively performance by 123 Andrés, combining music, Spanish lessons, and Latin dance moves. Families joined in a spontaneous conga line, setting the tone for an unforgettable summer.
| August 9: Community Heroes 🦸♀️Families explored fire trucks, ambulances, and police cars while meeting the real-life heroes who serve their community.
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June 28: Kind KidizenThis event celebrated diversity with kindness activities that encouraged families to appreciate the uniqueness of their community. | August 23: Garden Guardians 🌱Kids potted plants to take home, spreading greenery and beauty throughout the neighborhood. |
July 12: Bike with a Cop 🚲In partnership with the Howard County Police Department, children enjoyed guided bike rides through Symphony Woods.
| September 6: Children's Business Fair 💼The series ended with a showcase of 10 young entrepreneurs, inspiring families with creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
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July 26: Science Rocks! 🔬Rocket Reba wowed young minds with hands-on science experiments that turned learning into pure fun. |
Community Impact: What Families Had to Say
The true success of Good Kidizens 2025 was in the smiles and connections it fostered. Here’s what attendees shared:
"We absolutely loved 123 Andrés; it was such a fun way to start our day."
"The bike ride with the police was such a hit! The kids had so much fun exploring the electric bikes."
"I was blown away by the young entrepreneurs—my daughter loves her bracelet from the fair!"
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Building Memories: Consistent Features Families Loved
Every event offered staples like face painting, glitter tattoos, and engaging lawn games, while community partners like Medium Rare and the HOCO Library added unique touches with lemonade and educational activities.
Get Involved in the Good Kidizens Community
Want to be part of the magic next year?
For Families: Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us for event updates.
For Community Partners: Explore sponsorship and volunteer opportunities.
For Young Entrepreneurs: Start planning now for next year’s Children’s Business Fair!
Looking Ahead: What’s Next?
The success of the 2025 Good Kidizens series proved the power of thoughtful community programming. With attendance ranging from 125 to 600 families per event and glowing feedback, the series created lasting connections and memories. We’re already looking forward to what 2026 will bring—and we’d love for you to join us!
Stay tuned for announcements about our 2026 series, and get ready to experience the joy of community-focused events at their best.
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