Get Out Riverdale Park: Nature Hike, Puppets in the Park, Free Concerts

Looking for some exciting things to do this weekend?  Check out some of the fun things going on around town.

Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend.  Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up.

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Laurel 4th of July Celebration

·      Where:  Gude Park,  8300 Mulberry Street, Laurel

·      When:  Saturday, July 6, 11 a.m.

·      Description:  Horseshoe Contest @ Gude Park (Laurel Lakes)
Various Food & Craft Vendors Open for Business through conclusion of Fireworks and much more.  Click here for schedule of events.

·      Cost: Free

July 4th Fest Presented by Coca-Cola

·      Where:  Six Flags America, 13710 Central Ave  Mitchellville

·      When:  Thursday, July 4, 10:30 a.m.

·      Description:  Fest presented by Coca-Cola, a patriotic celebration featuring everything you love about the 4th - all in one place.

·      Cost: See website for ticket information.

Puppet Show

·      Where:  Watkins Nature Center, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro

·      When:  Friday, July 5, 2 – 3 p.m.

·      Description:  Kids ages 2-10 are invited to enjoy a seasonal puppet show and meet a live animal.

·      Cost: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3 

Discovery Hike

·      Where:  Watkins Nature Center, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro

·      When:  Saturday, July 6, 10 – 11 a.m.

·      Description:  Visitors are invited to join a naturalist and enjoy a seasonal hike looking for wildlife and plant life. Recommended for ages: 4 & up

·      Cost: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3

Summer Family Fun Day at the Steppingstone Farm Museum

·      Where:  461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre De Grace 

·      When:  Saturday, July 7, 11 a.m.

·      Description:  Event featuring things with wheels.  Family fun including lawnmower racing, a car and motorcycle show, an ice cream eating contest, face painting, kids crafts and games and much more.

·      Cost: $5

Fish Fry and Blues Jam

·      Where:  Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills

·      When:  Each first Saturday of the month from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m.  

·      Description:  Fish Fry lunch and Blues Jam.  Fried fish (2 large filets), french fries, coleslaw, and other selections. Bring your instrument for our open mic / blues jam.

·      Cost: Suggested donation is $10 for a plate

Sunset Concert

·      Where:  Allen Pond Park, Robert V. Setera Amphitheater,  3330 Northview Drive, Bowie

·      When:  Sunday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m.

·      Description:  Sunset concert featuring David Bach.       

·      Cost:  Free

Summer Concert - Project Natale

·      Where:  Town Green Park, 13090 9th Street, Bowie

·      When:  Saturday, July 6, 2 p.m.

·      Description:  Summer concert. Concert goers should bring a blanket or chair. 

·      Cost: Free

Check back next week for more upcoming weekend events.