Instrument Petting Zoos with BreezeWood Strings

Instrument Petting Zoos with BreezeWood Strings is a hands-on musical experience for children ages 4–8. Hosted by BreezeWood Strings, a student-led initiative of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Capital Youth Outreach Club, the program lets children explore a variety of instruments with guidance from experienced student volunteers. The organizers describe music-making as beneficial for developing language, memory, emotional regulation, and other neural connections, while encouraging a lifelong enjoyment of music.

Children may try violin, cello, ukulele, guitar, tongue drum, kalimba, tambourine, and additional instruments during the session. Advance registration is required, and tickets will not be available at the door.

When: October 31, November 21, November 28, December 12, and December 19, 2026

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

Tickets: Free admission with required registration. Register at https://www.breezewoodstrings.org/blank-13.

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

Lineup: BreezeWood Strings student volunteers assist children as they explore violin, cello, ukulele, guitar, tongue drum, kalimba, tambourine, and other instruments.

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.

Note: Tickets are not sold at the door.