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Hey Waldorf, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s edition: Flash flood risk, youth shark tank festival, and age-friendly state designation + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Severe weather remains a concern: Daily storm threats continue today and through the week, with drought-hardened soil amplifying flash flood risk. After Sunday’s alert and two Anne Arundel tornadoes, Waldorf can expect damaging winds -- read the full forecast.
Building on a breakthrough: Calvert High boys soccer will enter 2026 season aiming higher after a.500 finish, regional title, and state quarterfinals, with Coach Mike Stevens highlighting defense and accountability driving next step -- read the full story.
A milestone for aging well: Maryland was awarded AARP’s Age-Friendly State designation, joining 15 others, after rolling out multisector aging plan. The status requires improvements in housing, transit, healthcare and social inclusion reaching Southern Maryland -- explore Maryland's aging plan.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
Watch your credit card balance drop. Here's a rare one: this card lets you skip interest charges until nearly 2028, and you won't pay a cent in annual fees to do it. On top of that, every purchase earns at least 1.5% cash back, with some categories as high as 5%. Spend a little early on and there's up to a $200 bonus waiting too -- take a look.*
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Great brows, zero stress: Whether your morning mirror pep talk is getting old, Lia Ink shapes natural-looking brows with Combo Brows, Microblading, and Ombré Powder that actually fit your face. Licensed and 5x certified, Lianne is meticulous and friendly, so you leave with low-maintenance arches and one less thing on your to-do list.
Artful putt-putt break: Trade the same old weekend loop for Masterpiece Mini Golf, an 18-hole, artist-designed course where bright visuals, clever installations, and snackable art history blur gallery and game. It’s an easy win for families or date night, and yes, your short game counts as culture.
Big night out idea: Shake off the routine at Warner Theatre, a "Monument to Entertainment" hosting touring music, comedy, and more. This week is stacked, with PJ Morton on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, then the Totally Tubular Festival on Friday, August 7... pick a night and go.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Stiff necks start on flat pillows: You've slept on both arms, both sides, stacked two pillows, thrown one on the floor, and the stiffness keeps finding you, because every position ends on the same pillow that can't hold your neck. This one can: shaped to keep your neck in line however you sleep, with gentle traction through the night. If it doesn't earn its spot in 30 nights, it goes back free. *Take the 30-night test, 50% off →
Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here: You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in one place, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh → |
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🍗 Kids Eat Free Wednesday @ Bonchon | Wednesday (8/5) at 10:30 AM – Kids eat free on Wednesdays at Bonchon in Waldorf, one kids meal comped with each adult entrée, dine-in only. Trade the midweek kitchen slog for crispy Korean fried chicken, legit sides, and peace talks over soy garlic. Homework can wait, savings, chicken, and sanity first.
🍗 Kids Eat Free Wednesday @ Bonchon Waldorf | Wednesday (8/12) at 10:30 AM – Need a midweek truce with the tiny negotiators? Every Wednesday at Bonchon Waldorf, kids eat free with a grown-up entrée, dine-in only, so you can trade dishes for crispy Korean fried chicken, quiet-ish booths, and the sweet sound of saving money. Consider it homework relief.
🦈 7th Annual Youth Shark Tank & Fun Festival @ Shops at Waldorf Center | Saturday (8/15) at 1:00 PM – The Shops at Waldorf Center hosts pint-sized CEOs for the 7th Annual Youth Shark Tank and Fun Festival, and yes, it is free. Expect lawn games, a petting zoo, food trucks, music, and kid-run Shark Tank pitches, because business presentations pair best with snacks.
🥫 Upward Thrive Academy Inc. – Food Pantry @ Upward Thrive Academy | Monday (8/24) at 10:30 AM – Upward Thrive Academy runs a no-fuss food pantry the 4th Monday each month, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., perfect for topping off the pantry without topping your budget. It is neighborly, organized, and quicker than your average grocery line, even on payday.
🚶 Quarterly AKC Fit Dog Walk w/Frolick Dogs @ Oronoco Bay Park | Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 PM – Feel like getting your steps while letting the dog think it was their idea? Quarterly AKC Fit Dog walks with Frolick Dogs offer free 1.5 to 2 mile strolls, light refreshments, social time, and a pace kind to aging knees and eager noses. ✨ Upcoming local fundraisers🏫 Community School Readiness Initiative @ Arise Behavioral Health | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Dig into that drawer of mystery pens and unopened notebooks, and help Arise Behavioral Health stock up kids for the new school year. It wraps on August 8 with a community event where families get supplies and connect with education, behavioral health, and neighborhood resources.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving. As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — Waldorf report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 68°F — Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain showers between 3pm and 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Northeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 87°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 58%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Southeast wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis Canterbury Estates gem offers over 5,700 square feet of main-level living on 2.5 private acres, complete with a circular drive and two oversized garages. Built with original-owner pride, it features an open floorplan, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a huge basement with extra rooms, and an enclosed patio and deck with sweeping sunrise and sunset views.
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