Happy weekend, Waldorf! In today’s happening-today edition: Bridge repair plan, bass fishing tournament, and Juneteenth celebration + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Bridge work ahead: Concrete repairs on MD 231 Benedict Bridge will start Monday, June 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., continuing through mid-July. Drivers near Calvert and Charles should stay alert -- check the bridge repair plan.
Tournament kicks off locally: Big-league bass fishing will hit the Potomac as the MLF Toyota Series opens June 25–27 at Smallwood State Park, with 6 a.m. launches and a top prize up to $100,000 -- see the tournament schedule.
New oversight requirements ahead: Starting Oct. 1, a new Maryland law will require many HOA and condo board members in Charles County to complete training within 90 days, or risk removal and invalidated votes -- review the new training rules.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Swap screens for trees: Need a nearby breather? Cedarville State Forest packs 3,500 acres of mellow trails, a sprawling swamp for wildlife spotting, campsites, fishing spots, and paths made for riding. Easy win for a low-effort, high-recharge afternoon near Waldorf, or a simple camp night with zero drama.
Seafood fix, solved: If your cravings say beach day but your schedule says Waldorf, Costa Azul brings the Baja vibes with Mexican seafood done right. This week, think ceviche, coctel de camarón, and pescado a la diabla for a midweek pick-me-up that tastes like a mini vacation.
Spooky family fun idea: Scary Strokes brings blacklight mini golf, a legit arcade, and an immersive VR arena together for an easy win when you need an evening plan. Perfect for date night or kid energy burn, with glow-in-the-dark vibes and just enough friendly competition to settle who buys the post-game snacks.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
👜 757/804 Day Trip to Waldorf, MD @ Paint N Sip | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Hop on the coach in Portsmouth for a day trip to Waldorf, where you’ll brunch, sip, and design a custom handbag like the grown-up field trip we actually want. No speed traps, just seats, mimosas, and new arm candy for the drive home.
❤ Father's Day CPR Awareness @ Waldorf West Branch Library | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – If you needed a sign to upgrade from cheerleader to lifesaver, here it is. MSD Health Consultants hosts a Father’s Day CPR tune up, an easygoing in person session with hands on chest compressions, real world tips, and the Bee Gees in your head.
🚑 First Aid Fundamentals With CPR/AED @ Citadel Training Solutions, LLC | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Sharpening your skills in Waldorf with a First Aid and CPR/AED course that shows you how to steady a crisis until the pros arrive. You leave with a two-year certification, accepted by Girl Scouts Nations Capital, and peace of mind for kids, ladders, and life.
🎉 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration @ Shops at Waldorf Center | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Whether you grew up here or just know the shortcuts on 301, 7th Juneteenth Celebration by the Charles County Juneteenth Foundation is hometown pride you can feel. Expect Freedom Day vibes with history, music, local vendors, and neighbors you have not seen since last summer.
🔗 Linked Up: A Connection Bracelet Experience @ The Green Coterie | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – This couples workshop lets you choose intentional gemstones, string bracelets together, and trade pieces you will actually wear. Think less serious summit, more easy quality time with pliers, laughter, and meaning that actually sticks. It is low pressure, a little sparkly, and refreshingly not cheesy.
🌟 Kid's Night Out: Glow-N-Dark & Laser Tag Party @ My Gym of Waldorf | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – If your kids have energy to power Smallwood Drive at rush hour, this glow-in-the-dark laser tag takeover at My Gym is your new favorite alibi. Coaches transform the gym into obstacles and team missions. The kids burn rubber, you enjoy quiet, everyone sleeps hard.
🤸 Cartwheel & Flips Clinic @ My Gym Waldorf | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Whether your kid’s cartwheel looks like a sideways hop or they’re halfway to Simone Biles, this clinic gives them safe coaching, mats, and confidence to spare. You get a blessed break while they burn energy, stick landings, and come home gloriously tuckered out. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Waldorf report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 85. West wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. West wind 5 to 13 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 88°F — Low: 69°F — Precip: 2%
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