'The Liar'
Comedy about a young man who can't tell the truth, a servant who can't tell a lie and the confusion that follows as they pursue young ladies they meet runs through Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Colonial Players, 108 East St. in Annapolis. Performances are 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, and 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Feb. 5-7. Tickets are $20, $15 for seniors and students. Information: 410-268-7373 or thecolonialplayers.org.
Operation Paperback
This nonprofit collects used books nationwide and sends them to U.S. troops deployed overseas. Since 1999, more than 1 million books have been shipped to military personnel around the world. Organizing the effort in this area is Sandy Marron of Annapolis. She can be contacted at slmmuscles1@aol.com. Put "books" in the subject line. Information: operationpaperback.org.
'Critter Hour'
Visitors can join educators from the museum from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St. Be prepared to get wet and muddy as participants explore oyster habitats, catch crabs and wade in the water to catch Chesapeake Bay critters. Activities vary each month and are appropriate for family members of all ages. "Critter Hour" is free and open to the public. Information: 410-295-0104 or amaritime.org.
Register your bike
The Annapolis Police Department is sponsoring a bicycle registration program. The owner's name, address and phone number and the bike's serial number, manufacturer and color are recorded in the department's database. Registration is available to any Annapolis resident. To schedule an appointment, contact Cpl. Craig Medley at 410-268-9000, ext. 7225, or cemedley@annapolis.gov. Owners must bring their bikes when registering. Neighborhood associations should contact Medley if they want to hold a community registration.
Child care grants
If you are a grandparent or relative, 55 or older, and the primary caregiver for a child 18 or younger, you may be eligible for a grant program offered by the National Family Caregiver Support Program. Grants are available to assist with care, clothing, school supplies and activities. Information: 410-222-4464, ext. 3043.