⚠️ Storm Watch: What You Need to Know (Please Read)
A significant winter weather system is expected to impact Charles County this weekend, with risks of snow, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions.
👉 Full storm overview: Southern Maryland chronicle
🏠 Public Warming Centers
Available Jan 23 – Jan 27 if you or someone you know needs a warm place during outages or extreme cold: Warming Centers
⚡ Power Outage Info (SMECO):
Phone: 1-877-74-SMECO
📣 County Alerts:
For real-time county updates and emergency messaging: CC Alerts
🏫 School & Facilities Update (Storm-Related)
Sunday, Jan 25: All CCPS facilities closed (including Parks & Rec buildings)
Monday, Jan 26: Scheduled semester break for students
Additional closures, delays, or rescheduled days will be communicated via:
Email & text
CCPS website & social media
24-hour info line: 301-934-7410
👉 Bottom line: If you’re heading out, check conditions first. If something gets postponed, it’s not a failure, it’s winter being winter 😉 .
🎭 Arts, Culture & Creative
🎤 Hope for Today – Women’s Fellowship
Friday, Jan 31 | 10:45 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Paint N Sip, Waldorf
💲 Free
🔗 Here
🎨 Crank N Paint
Friday, Jan 31 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Paint N Sip, Waldorf
💲 $45
🔗 Here
👜 Custom Handbag Party
Friday, Jan 31 | 3:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Paint N Sip, Waldorf
💲 $71.21
🔗 Here
🍜 Taste of Asia Karaoke Night
Thursday, Jan 29 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Blended Bakery, Indian Head
🔗 Here
A cozy karaoke night with global flavors. Low pressure and high vibes.
🍔 Burger Bar (Men Need Men)
Sunday, Feb 1 | 2:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf
💲 Free (donations welcome)
🔗 Here
Burger Bar is a community gathering for Black men focused on connection, conversation, and growth. It’s a space to show up as yourself no pressure, no judgment and build real brotherhood.
Yes, there will be burgers. But the focus is on creating room to breathe, connect, and support one another.
🖼️ Seven Up + Student Art Showcase
Jan 30 – Feb 22 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Mattawoman Creek Art Center
🔗 Here
A dynamic exhibit featuring artwork by Charles County Public High School students.
🎶 Live Music & Nightlife
🎤 Reaction | CCB Live
Friday, Jan 31 | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 Pasha Lounge, Waldorf
💲 $23.18
🔗 Here
🎶 TCB @ Shark Bar
Friday, Jan 31 | 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 2056 Crain Hwy, Waldorf
💲 $23.18
🔗 Here
🎸 Live Music by Ryan Zimmerman
Friday, Jan 30 | 5:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 The Green Turtle Sports Bar & Grill, La Plata
🔗 Here
🎤 Bradley & Eric Duo & Karaoke Night @ Apehangers Bar & Grill
Friday, Jan 30 | 6:00 PM
📍 9100 Crain Hwy, Bel Alton
🔗 Here
🎤 FMSix Band – Fleetwood Mac / Stevie Nicks Tribute
Friday, Jan 31 | 9:00 PM
📍 9100 Crain Hwy, Bel Alton
🔗 Here
👨👩👧 Parents Night Out
Friday, Jan 30 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
💲 $12.51
🔗 Here
Drop off your children and enjoy a well-deserved evening to relax, and simply recharge while your kids have a fantastic time!
🐾 King of Nature Video Game Tournament
Friday, Jan 31 | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Nips Juice House, Waldorf
💲 $10
🔗 Here
💕 Social & Networking
👩💼 The Leaders Connect – 2026 Kick-Off
Friday, Jan 31 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 3825 Leonardtown Rd., Waldorf
💲 $25
🔗 Here
💖 The Sweetheart Social
Sunday, Feb 1 | 1:30 – 4:00 PM
📍 3175 Sedgewick Dr., Waldorf
💲 $28.52
🔗 Here
🏛️ Local Government & Civic Meetings
📋 County Commissioners Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 27
📍 Charles County Government Building, La Plata
🕐 Time TBD
🔗 Here
This is the regular session of the Board of Charles County Commissioners, where community business, budgets, and county-wide decisions are discussed.
⚖️ Board of Appeals - Hybrid
Tuesday, Jan 27 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Charles County Government Building, La Plata
🔗 Here
Hearings on property, planning, and zoning appeals with both in-person and virtual participation options.
📣 Public Hearing: Docket #1479 - Sage Ventures
Tuesday, Jan 27 | 6:30 PM
📍 Charles County Government Building, La Plata
🔗 Here
Public comment opportunity on a specific development docket.
📣 Public Hearing: Docket #1480 - Heritage Memorial Cemetery
Tuesday, Jan 27 | 6:30 PM
📍 Charles County Government Building, La Plata
🔗 Here
Community hearing on site planning and public interest.
⚖️ Ethic Commission Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 26 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Charles County Government Building, La Plata
🔗 Here
The Ethics Commission discusses matters of conduct, transparency, and elected/appointed officials’ compliance.
💇♀️ Support Local Students (Services)
Affordable services while helping students build real-world skills.
🧠 Quick Reminders
❄️ Weather may change plans so check links before heading out
⚡ Prepare for possible outages now, not later
🧤 Warming centers are available if needed
🎶 If you go out, tip the band and drive safe
👀 Didn’t Know This Existed
(Back next issue once the snow settles.)
Know a hidden local business?
You can nominate one for a future issue → Here
That’s it for this week.
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