Instrument Petting Zoos with BreezeWood Strings

Instrument Petting Zoos offer children a hands-on introduction to music, with opportunities to try a wide range of instruments alongside experienced student volunteers. The program is hosted by BreezeWood Strings, a student-led initiative of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Capital Youth Outreach Club, and is designed to help young children explore music in an encouraging, interactive setting.

Children can experiment with violin, cello, ukulele, guitar, tongue drum, kalimba, tambourine, and other instruments. The program notes that musical experiences can support developing minds by strengthening connections related to language, memory, and emotional regulation.

When: The page lists the series as running September 19–December 19, 2026. The individual sessions listed are October 10, October 17, October 24, October 31, November 21, November 28, December 12, and December 19, 2026.

Showtimes: Each listed session runs from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Check-in opens at 10:45 a.m.

Tickets: Free admission, but registration is required. Tickets are not available at the door.

Registration: Register at https://www.breezewoodstrings.org/blank-13.

Ages: The program is intended for families with children ages 4–8.

Presented by: BreezeWood Strings, a student-led initiative under Capital Youth Outreach Club.

Venue: Gaithersburg Library, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20879.

Accessibility: No accessibility information is currently available for this event.

Contact: Call (240) 936-4053 or email breezewoodstrings@gmail.com.