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SUMMARY:Battle of the Branches + Big Outdoor Bash
DESCRIPTION:One community. Six military branches. One afternoon supporting veterans and military families. VFW Post 7461 and Indian Head Moose Lodge 1712 are bringing Battle of the Branches and the Lodge’s Big Outdoor Bash together on Saturday\, October 10. \n\nBattle of the Branches + Big Outdoor Bash \nSaturday\, October 10 · Noon–5 PM\nWhere: Indian Head Moose Lodge 1712 \nAddress: 11 Moose Lodge Way\, Indian Head\, MD 20640 \n\nRepresent your branch and support local veterans\nThe event brings veterans\, military families\, local businesses\, and community supporters together for food\, live music\, friendly competition\, drawings\, and veteran-focused fundraising. Participants can represent the Army\, Navy\, Marine Corps\, Coast Guard\, Air Force\, or Space Force. \n\n\n🎯\nThe competition\nPublished activities include pool\, darts\, cornhole\, horseshoes\, spades\, bid whist\, trivia\, and the main Battle of the Branches competition. \n\n\n🤝\nThe community\nFood\, beverages\, live music\, drawings\, door prizes\, and community fellowship round out an afternoon focused on supporting veterans and strengthening local connections. \n\n\nPublished ticket options\n\n\n$50 \nFull experience\nFood\, beverages\, Battle activities\, Big Outdoor Bash entry\, drawings\, door prizes\, live music\, and community programming. \n\n\n$30 \nBattle admission\nBattle of the Branches activities and the event programming described by the organizer\, excluding the Bash drawings and door prizes. \n\n\n$15 \nBattle add-on\nAn add-on option is also published. Check the current organizer listing for the exact package combination before purchasing. \n\n\n\nCheck current details before attending\nTicket packages\, access requirements\, activities\, and prize details can change. Review the official event listing or contact the organizers before traveling. \n\n\nCome represent\, connect\, and support\nJoin local veterans\, military families\, and neighbors for an afternoon of friendly competition and community support. \nView the official event listing
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/battle-of-the-branches-big-outdoor-bash/
LOCATION:Indian Head Moose Lodge 1712\, 11 Moose Lodge Way\, Indian Head\, MD 20640
CATEGORIES:Community Celebrations,Service, Volunteer & Fundraising
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SUMMARY:Arts & Crafts: Craft a Necklace
DESCRIPTION:Create a necklace inspired by traditional beadwork of the Piscataway people\, who have lived in this region for generations. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nA hands-on necklace-making activity at the Discovery Center\nMaterials provided while supplies last\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nSunday\, October 11\, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.\nMeet at Discovery Center\nThe current registration form lists 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; the weekly flyer says 10 a.m.–3 p.m. This listing follows the form. Contact Naturalist Liz to confirm the closing time.\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. Discovery Center visitor hours for October are Thursday–Sunday\, 1–3 p.m.; individual program times are listed above. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check the park’s updates before your visit. Questions may be directed to Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or the office at 301-743-7613. \n\nPlan your visit\nRegistration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient. \nView details and register \n\nSee the official weekly announcement and Smallwood State Park website for park information. \n\n\n\nA simple way to help \nHelp Spread the Word\nDownload and share the official Smallwood State Park October 8–11\, 2026 program flyer. \nDownload and share the event flyer (PDF) →
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/arts-crafts-craft-a-necklace-2/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park — Discovery Center\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Arts, Music & Culture,Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T130000
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SUMMARY:Daytime Star Party at Smallwood State Park
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Sun and our solar system with the Southern Maryland Astronomical Society at a daytime star party. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nSafe solar viewing of sunspots and solar prominences through astronomical equipment\nTerrestrial views and hands-on 2-D and 3-D tabletop displays\nConversations about the Moon and other solar-system objects; fun for all ages\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nSunday\, October 11\, 1–3 p.m.\nMeet at Outside the Discovery Center\nRegistration is required; space is limited\nWeather permitting—check with the park for updates before traveling\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for this program; space is limited. This event is weather permitting. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. Discovery Center visitor hours for October are Thursday–Sunday\, 1–3 p.m.; individual program times are listed above. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check the park’s updates before your visit. Questions may be directed to Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or the office at 301-743-7613. \n\nRegister for the daytime star party\nRegistration is required for this program; space is limited. This event is weather permitting. \nView details and register \n\nSee the official weekly announcement and Smallwood State Park website for park information. \n\n\n\nA simple way to help \nHelp Spread the Word\nDownload and share the official Smallwood State Park October 8–11\, 2026 program flyer. \nDownload and share the event flyer (PDF) →
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/daytime-star-party-at-smallwood-state-park/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park — Outside the Discovery Center\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Live Raptors with Mike Callahan at Mount Aventine
DESCRIPTION:Meet live birds of prey with environmental educator and naturalist Mike Callahan at Mount Aventine in Chapman State Park. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nA live raptors presentation with Mike Callahan\nAn opportunity to learn about birds of prey at historic Mount Aventine\nSuggested donations support preservation and restoration of the manor house\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nSunday\, October 11\, 2026 · 1:30–4 p.m.\nMount Aventine at Chapman State Park\n$5 suggested donation\nUse the organizer’s registration form and select Live Raptors\n\n\n\nProgram information\nFriends of Chapman State Park presents Mike Callahan\, an environmental educator and naturalist with the Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center\, for a live raptors program at Mount Aventine. \nTwo presentations on Sunday\, October 11: 1:30–2:30 p.m. and 3–4 p.m. This combined listing covers both presentations\, with a break from 2:30 to 3 p.m. \nA $5 suggested donation helps preserve and restore Mount Aventine. The organizer offers an event registration form; select “Live Raptors” and enter your party size. Check with the organizer for attendance questions. \nLocation: Mount Aventine\, Chapman State Park\, 3452 Ferry Place\, Indian Head\, MD 20640. View the official park information and Friends of Chapman calendar for visit details and updates. \n\nPlan your visit\nOpen event registration \n\n\n\n\nA simple way to help \nHelp Spread the Word\nDownload and share the official Live Raptors program flyer\, including both October 11 presentation times. \nDownload and share the event flyer (PDF) →
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/live-raptors-with-mike-callahan-at-mount-aventine-130-p-m/
LOCATION:Mount Aventine at Chapman State Park\, 3452 Ferry Place\, Indian Head\, MD 20640
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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SUMMARY:USBTA 10th Anniversary Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate ten years of progress\, partnership\, and community in Indian Head. The United States Bomb Technician Association is inviting the community to mark its 10th anniversary at its Indian Head facility. \n\nCelebration at a glance\nWhen: Wednesday\, October 14\, 2026 • 3–5 p.m.Where: USBTA Indian Head Facility\, 4450 Indian Head HighwayAdmission: Free \n\nA milestone built with community support\nUSBTA says this decade would not have been possible without support from Maryland\, Charles County\, the Military Alliance Council\, and the Indian Head community. This gathering is an opportunity to recognize that shared history and the relationships that continue to support the organization’s work. \n\nCome celebrate a local partner\nUSBTA has made Indian Head home and has welcomed partnerships across government\, public safety\, education\, business\, and the wider community. Neighbors are invited to join the anniversary celebration and help recognize ten years of work and connection. \n\n\nJoin the celebration\nReview the official USBTA event listing for the latest details. \nView the Official Event
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/usbta-10th-anniversary-community-celebration/
LOCATION:USBTA Indian Head Facility\, 4450 Indian Head Highway\, Indian Head\, MD 20640
CATEGORIES:Community Celebrations
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SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga at Smallwood State Park
DESCRIPTION:Start your morning with calming\, low-impact yoga overlooking Mattawoman Creek. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nA gentle yoga session for all skill levels\nAn outdoor setting on the Discovery Center deck\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nOctober 15\, 9:15–10 a.m.\nSmallwood State Park — Discovery Center Deck\nBring your own yoga mat or towel\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation. \n\nPlan your visit\nView details and register
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/gentle-yoga-at-smallwood-state-park-4/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park — Discovery Center Deck\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Sparks at Smallwood
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to safely start a fire with flint and steel and explore fire safety. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nGuided flint-and-steel fire-starting instruction\nFire safety at the Campground Amphitheater\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nOctober 16\, 3:15–4 p.m.\nSmallwood State Park — Campground Amphitheater\nNon-campers: park in the main marina lot\, walk past the General’s Store and cross the footbridge\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation. \n\nPlan your visit\nView details and register
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/sparks-at-smallwood-6/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park — Campground Amphitheater\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Sunset Paddle at Mallows Bay
DESCRIPTION:Trade the end-of-week rush for an autumn afternoon on the water with Atlantic Kayak Company at Mallows Bay. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nA sunset-themed outing on the organizer’s fall paddling schedule\nA chance to experience Mallows Bay from the water\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nFriday\, October 16 · 3:30 p.m.\nMallows Bay Park — Kayak Launch\nReserve with Atlantic Kayak Company; confirm price and tour length when booking\n\n\n\nProgram information\nAtlantic Kayak Company lists this October 16 Sunset Paddle at Mallows Bay\, starting at 3:30 p.m. Let the changing light set the pace for a fall outing on the Potomac. \nThe announcement does not specify a return time or an event-specific price. Ask Atlantic Kayak for those details and arrival instructions when reserving. \nLaunch location: Mallows Bay Park — Kayak Launch\, 1440 Wilson Landing Road\, Nanjemoy\, MD 20662. Confirm check-in instructions with Atlantic Kayak Company when reserving. \nQuestions and reservations: 301-292-6455 or joe@atlantickayak.com. View the official fall announcements and tour descriptions. \n\nPlan your visit\nCheck availability and book \n\n\n\n\nA simple way to help \nHelp Spread the Word\nDownload and share Atlantic Kayak Company’s complete official fall schedule (four-page PDF). It includes multiple outings; use the date and launch details above for this event. \nDownload and share the event flyer (PDF) →
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/sunset-paddle-at-mallows-bay/
LOCATION:Mallows Bay Park — Kayak Launch\, 1440 Wilson Landing Road\, Nanjemoy\, MD 20662
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
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SUMMARY:Oak-tober Fun Day at Smallwood State Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate autumn with a family afternoon of pumpkin painting\, games and nature discovery at the waterfront. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nBring your own pumpkin to paint\nExplore local nature and history through interactive educational activities\, games and crafts\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nOctober 17\, 2–5 p.m.\nSmallwood State Park — Waterfront Picnic Area\nRegistration is required\nBring your own pumpkin\nWeather dependent: check Maryland State Parks’ Facebook updates on the day\nThe Discovery Center is closed October 17; this event meets at the waterfront picnic area\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation. \n\nPlan your visit\nView details and register \n\n\n\n\nA simple way to help \nHelp Spread the Word\nDownload and share the complete official Oak-tober Fun Day at Smallwood State Park flyer. \nDownload and share the event flyer (PDF) →
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/oak-tober-fun-day-at-smallwood-state-park/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park — Waterfront Picnic Area\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
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SUMMARY:DIY Monster Rolls at Smallwood State Park
DESCRIPTION:Turn recycled toilet paper rolls and modeling dough into imaginative little monsters. \n\n\nWhat to expect\n\nA creative craft activity that builds imagination and fine motor skills\nMaterials provided while supplies last\n\n\n\nBefore you go\n\nOctober 18\, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.\nSmallwood State Park\nThe current form does not specify a meeting point; confirm with Naturalist Liz before visiting\n\n\n\nProgram information\nThe program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient. \nPark address: 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658. \nDress for the weather and activity\, bring water\, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation. \n\nPlan your visit\nView details and register
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/diy-monster-rolls-at-smallwood-state-park/
LOCATION:Smallwood State Park\, 2750 Sweden Point Road\, Marbury\, MD 20658
CATEGORIES:Health, Recreation & Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T190000
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SUMMARY:The COVE — Youth Community Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:A Sunday evening connection opportunity for young people in the Indian Head community. \n\n\nThe opportunity\nThe COVE is a recurring youth-focused group hosted by BRIDGE Church Indian Head. It meets Sunday evenings from 5–7 PM at Clarity Coffee House Patio. \n\n\nBefore you go\nThe official listing says this event is for group members only. Contact BRIDGE Church or view the official event page to learn about COVE and group access before attending. \n\n\nConnect with COVE\nFamilies and young people looking for a positive local connection can learn more directly from BRIDGE Church Indian Head at info@bridgeih.church or 301-841-6212. \n\nInterested in The COVE?\nCheck the official listing and ask BRIDGE Church about group access. \nView the official COVE listing
URL:https://voiceofindianhead.org/event/the-cove-youth-community-opportunity-5/
LOCATION:Clarity Coffee House Patio\, Indian Head\, MD 20640
CATEGORIES:Family, Youth & Schools
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