🏫 School & Student Spotlight
🎭 CCPS All-County Theatre – Thespy Showcase
Monday, Mar 2 | 6:30 PM
📍 La Plata High School
💲 $5 (additional donations encouraged)
🔗 Here
High school theatre students from across CCPS present monologues, musical numbers, and tech designs in this All-County Thespy Showcase.
🧪 Wacky Chemistry – James E. Richmond Science Center
Wednesdays, Mar 4, 18 & 25
🔗Here
An after-school program for CCPS elementary students, with hands-on chemistry experiments that make reactions fun and memorable.
🐦 Bluebird Workshop – Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Center
Saturday, Mar 7 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Center
🔗 Here
Learn about Eastern Bluebirds and build a cedar birdhouse to take home a great mix of nature, learning, and building.
🐝 Charles County Spelling Bee
Wednesday, Mar 4 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Piccowaxen Middle School
Students from across the county compete for the top spelling spot always a proud-moment night for families and schools.
⭐ Community Highlight
🏛️ Historic Port Tobacco Village – Open for the Season
Opening Day: Sunday, Mar 1 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 8430 Commerce St, Port Tobacco
💲 N/A
🔗Here
Historic Port Tobacco Village reopens for the 2026 season, with tours, restored buildings, and stories that trace centuries of Southern Maryland history. Open Thursdays–Sundays, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM, it’s a great way to step back in time without leaving the county.
🎭 Arts, Culture & Community
🎨 Paint N Praise
Saturday, Mar 7 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 Paint N’ Sip, 11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf
💲 $45
🔗Here
A faith-centered paint session with Christian-themed art options (plus other designs), a relaxed atmosphere, and a complimentary non-alcoholic drink.
🙏 Worship Beyond the Walls
Friday, Mar 6 | 6:30 – 9:00 PM
📍 Indian Head Center for the Arts
💲 Free
🔗Here
An evening of in-person worship focused on authentic praise rather than performance come as you are, casual and comfortable.
📿 Sip + String Bracelet Making Party
Friday, Mar 6 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 Cup of Sugar Tea Lounge, Waldorf
💲 $45
🔗Here
A cozy bracelet-making night with drinks, beads, and conversation — everything is set up for you to create, unwind, and leave with something you made by hand.
👜 SMYO Designer Purse Bingo
Friday, Mar 6 | 5:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 Waldorf Jaycees
💲 $33
🔗 Here
Designer purse prizes, bingo cards, and a full evening of fundraiser fun supporting the Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra.
🧠 Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
Friday, Mar 6 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 La Plata Branch
💲 Free
🔗 Here
A workshop for caregivers and family members explaining dementia and Alzheimer’s behaviors, with practical strategies to respond more calmly and effectively.
🎶 Live Music & Nightlife
🌮 Fiesta Cancun Taco Tuesday & Karaoke
Tuesday, Mar 3 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 Fiesta Cancun Bar & Grill
Tacos, karaoke, and mid-week fun. Enough said.
🥁 SOMD Junkyard Band
Saturday, Mar 7 | 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
📍 Shark Bar & Seafood House, Waldorf
💲 $28
🔗 Here
Junkyard Band and Original Faces Band bring a grown-and-sexy go-go party to Shark Bar expect big energy and a packed dance floor.
🎵 Library After Hours – Live Music with Elena La Fulana
Friday, Mar 6 | 7:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Potomac Branch
🔗 Here
Singer-songwriter Elena La Fulana returns with a blend of American and Latin folk, indie rock, and messages of unity in a special after-hours library performance.
🧒 Family & Youth
💅 Kids Spa Party (Drop-Off)
Saturday, Mar 7
📍 Beauty Wall Street, 3530 Crain Hwy, Waldorf
💲 $15
🔗Here
A drop-off spa experience for ages 6–12 with mini manicures, pedicures, facials, and more kids get pampering and play; parents get a little time to themselves.
🐾 Pet Care & Animal Safety – Humane Society
Saturday, Mar 7 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 P.D. Brown Memorial Library
💲 Free
🔗 Here
An educational (and hands-on) session about how to safely care for pets, including real-life stories and interaction with a real dog.
🏛️ Local Government & Civic Meetings
🏗️ Planning Commission Meeting (Hybrid)
Monday, Mar 2 | 6:00 – 9:59 PM
📍 Charles County Government Building (Blue Room)
🔗Here
🏛️ County Commissioners Meeting
Tuesday, Mar 3
📍 Online
🔗Here
📺 How to Watch
Many county meetings are streamed live or recorded on CCGTV.
Agendas, links, and recordings are posted here:
👉Here
👵 Senior Center Programs – March SCOOP
🔗 Here
The March edition of The SCOOP is out with fitness classes, social programs, special events, and more for seniors across the county.
🧠 Quick Reminders
🎭 CCPS theatre students hit the stage Monday night
🧪 Wacky Chemistry starts this week for elementary students
🎖️ Free veteran resource visit at the library on Thursday
🎵 Live music + go-go + bingo = full weekend lineup
👵 Seniors: check March SCOOP for new classes and events
👨🌾 Small Business & Market Corner
🥕 La Plata Farmers Market – Vendor Information Meeting
Saturday, Mar 7 | 9:00 AM
📍 La Plata Town Hall (for La Plata Farmers Market)
New and returning vendors can learn about 2026 market rules, fees, permits, and connect with groups like the Small Business Development Center, Economic Development, and Health Department. Seasonal vendor applications accepted during the meeting; daily vendors can apply starting Mar 23.
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