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Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Join us for the 7th Annual Bladensburg Fireworks Celebration at Bladensburg Waterfront Park on July 2 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
DJ Flava will spin high-energy beats, there will be food trucks, pony rides, family-friendly activities, exhibits, and a fireworks finale.

Local Event:  2026 Bladensburg Fireworks: A Landmark in America’s Journey

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Join us for the 7th Annual Bladensburg Fireworks Celebration at Bladensburg Waterfront Park on July 2 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
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National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live music from the School of Rock, and boating fun on the Potomac. While there are no fireworks, families can enjoy shopping at Tanger National Harbor, a outdoor screening of Back to the Future, and a Super Hero Summer experience at Gaylord National Resort.

Local Event: July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

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July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live...

Anime-lovers unite! Watch (age-appropriate) anime together. Talk about anime. Learn how to draw anime style characters. Play games. Have fun.Ages: 8 – 12 yrsDates: &nbsp;Jul 6, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026TImes: &nbsp;10:00am - 1:00pmLocated conveniently right next to the interchange of routes 197 &amp; 295!Don't wait to enroll. This one sells out!Enroll at: www.artplaylearn.com/summerCheck out our other camps for ages 4-7, 8-12 and Teens!

Local Event: Anime Camp

Anime Camp

Anime-lovers unite! Watch (age-appropriate) anime together. Talk about anime. Learn how to draw anime style characters. Play...

Sandwiches, salads, entrees, desserts! Learn how to cook by cooking. The exact menu will be determined by the dietary and allergy needs of the enrolled campers. Past classes have made: pizza pockets, pickles, baked apples, karaage chicken, moin moin, lumpia, fruit salad, fresh pasta, pesto, mushroom ragu, roll and cut cookies, gari, arepas, pupusas, handmade tortillas, and more.&nbsp;Recommend for Ages: 8 – 12 yrs

Dates: Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 17, 2026Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT




Location: Art Play Learn at 9811 Mallard Dr, Laurel, MD 20708

Instructor: Meredith K.

Capacity: 9 studentsEnroll at: www.ArtPlayLearn.com/summer

Local Event: Fun in the Kitchen Camp

Fun in the Kitchen Camp

Sandwiches, salads, entrees, desserts! Learn how to cook by cooking. The exact menu will be determined by the dietary and...

Praying for Pennies, Inc. Rising Scholars Project is on a mission to empower young lives by providing backpacks and school supplies to students in 11 under-served schools in the DC, Maryland and Virginia metropolitan area including schools serving hearing-impaired students. &#128218;&#10084;&#65039; Every backpack donated helps a child walk into the classroom prepared, confident, and ready to learn. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of students who need our support the most! &#128588;&#127997;&#127891; Campaign dates: June 10th to July 10, 2026 &#128155; Donate One Backpack for Just $20 &#128230; Sponsor a Case of 12 Backpacks for $195 &#127890; School supplies and backpacks are needed now! Your generosity can help remove barriers to education and give students the tools they need to thrive. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. &#127775; &#128242; Scan the QR code to donate today or visit: &#127760; <a href="https://www.prayingforpennies.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">prayingforpennies.org</a> Together, let's invest in the future&mdash;one backpack, one student, and one opportunity at a time! &#127890;&#128218;&#10024;
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Praying for Pennies, Inc. Rising Scholars Project is on a mission to empower young lives by providing backpacks and school supplies to students in...

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An Accokeek man called 911 and turned himself in after shooting a driver during an argument at MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino.

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