It's just about time, right? That perfect sweet spot of warm-but-not-hot and cool-but-not-cold when you can sit outside and soak in a bit of peace but also maybe throw something on the grill and have a cool drink...yeah. We've got the stuff for that. And if this is a long weekend for you, well, things are even better. Come start your weekend with us Saturday, 09/05/26, 9AM - 2PM, in the parking lot behind the Charles County Courthouse complex (209 Washington Ave., La Plata).

Don't you just love how multipurpose backpacks are? They can carry all kinds of stuff to all kinds of destinations. Going on a hike? Take a backpack. Taking a trip? Backpack. Heading out with friends? Backpack. And, like, you should probably pack supplies. Snacks, drinks, maybe some insect repellent...you could even stash a gift for a friend in there. And if you need help finding supplies, well. We know some folks. Come see us Saturday, 08/28/26, 9AM - 2PM, in our regular dig

If you have kids going back to school this week, this will come as no surprise... This is the last day of the Wednesday market season. Yes, this is your last chance to take a mid-week stroll, enjoy some fresh air and sunshine, and yes, even some live music. Stop by, grab a sip, a snack, and maybe something shiny. We'll be out behind the Charles County Courthouse on Wednesday, 08/26/26, 9AM - 2PM: Lempira Coffee Roasters NOUVO BODY Michael Minnick Charles County Public Librar

Festive Bites and Sabores Frescos have been bringing the heat (and sweet and savory)...this week they're joined by Should I Smoke That , Cornish Garlic of Welcome, AND Mediterranean Basil Salt. Salty, sweet, sour, bitter, and umami...all the major taste profiles will be parked out behind the Charles County Courthouse complex (209 Washington Ave., La Plata) on Saturday, 08/22/26, 9AM - 2PM. Add all the colors, smells, and textures...it'll be a feast for the senses you can take

Okay, so maybe summer is coming to a close and you're thinking picnic season is also coming to a close. We beg to differ. We would suggest that we're now getting into the best of picnic season! Start gathering your picnic supplies now! Come out to the overflow parking lot behind the Charles County Courthouse complex on Wednesday, 08/18/26, 9AM - 2PM, and start collecting your goodies (and don't forget to tuck a book into your basket). If you stop by at the right time, you mig

Long week? Blazing fast week? Big events looming on the horizon? Juggling way too many things? Hold on. Take a breath. Be like capybara and meet up with friends, perhaps out behind the Charles County Courthouse complex. That's how we like to reset. Come see us Saturday, 08/15/26, 9AM - 2PM. Aim for 209 Washington Ave. in La Plata and look for the tents, food trucks, and some supremely chill dispositions. Jillian's Fare Lempira Coffee Roasters Britt's Body Butters DMV Southern