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1 week ago | somdnews.com | Mike Reid

Here is what is happening at museums around Southern Maryland this week. CharlesThe La Plata Train Museum will be open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on select dates. Learn about the history of the Pope's Creek branch of the Pennsylvania Railroad and the role it played in the growth of La Plata. Free admission. Go to www.facebook.com/LaPlataTrainStationMuseum, or for group tours call Danielle Mandley at 301-934-8421.

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CharlesMini Pride Flag Party will be held through June at the La Plata branch. Design a miniature Pride flag. All ages welcome. While supplies last. Summer Learning Challenge: Color Our World will be held June 14 through Aug. 9. Track the number of books read, complete fun activities, and win prizes with the new Bingo-style Beanstack. Registration required at any branch or at www.ccpl.beanstack.org. Teen Game Night will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 20 at the Waldorf West branch.

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The Maryland Board of Public Works recently approved more than $4.3 million in grants to support 20 projects under the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Greenspace Equity Program. The awards will benefit local governments, land trusts and nonprofit organizations working to enhance green spaces in underserved communities across 14 counties. An additional $567,382 in grants for two projects will be presented to the Board of Public Works for approval at a future meeting.

1 week ago | somdnews.com | Mike Reid

Juneteenth celebration setCharles County Juneteenth Foundation will host its sixth annual Juneteenth Celebration from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at Shops at Waldorf Center, 2952 Festival Way in Waldorf. Performances by NORROSHA and African drum and dance, adult playground, exhibits, kids play area and health and wellness sessions. For more, go to charlescountyjuneteenthfoundation.org.