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Stay Cool This Fourth of July: 5 Fun Family Activities to Enjoy Indoors

With temperatures expected to climb into the upper 90s this Independence Day, staying indoors may be the smartest way to celebrate. Fortunately, you don't have to miss out on the fun! Here are five family-friendly ways to enjoy the holiday while staying cool.

🍓 Create a Red, White & Blue Snack Board
Fill a platter with strawberries, blueberries, cheese cubes, crackers, yogurt-covered pretzels, and other colorful treats. Invite everyone to help arrange the board before gathering around to enjoy it together.

🎲 Host a Family Game Olympics
Turn classic games into friendly competitions with rounds of Uno, Jenga, dominoes, Pictionary, or scavenger hunts around the house. Keep score and award simple prizes like first choice of dessert or a homemade ribbon.

📸 Create a Family Photo Booth
Set up a corner with festive decorations, hats, flags, sunglasses, and fun props. Use your phone or camera to snap family photos, silly selfies, and group pictures you'll enjoy looking back on for years to come.

🍨 Build an Ice Cream Sundae Bar – Set out toppings and let everyone create their dream dessert. Bonus points for the most patriotic creation!

🎤 Host a Family Talent Show
Turn your home into a stage! Invite family members to sing, dance, tell jokes, perform magic tricks, read a favorite poem, or play an instrument. Keep it lighthearted and celebrate everyone's unique talents with plenty of applause.

No matter how hot it gets outside, the best Fourth of July memories are made by spending time together. Stay hydrated, check on neighbors and loved ones, and have a safe, happy, and cool Independence Day!

Bowie’s Cooling Center Open now through July 4

Bowie Special Election Results

Replay: Police Chief Dwayne A Preston Community Matters Meeting

How Long Will Your Fourth of July Leftovers Last?

The fireworks may be over, but the refrigerator is probably full! From burgers and hot dogs to potato salad, baked beans, and watermelon, many of us look forward to enjoying July 4th leftovers for days. But here's a fun question: How long do you keep eating them? One day? Three days? Until they're gone?

Food safety experts recommend refrigerating leftovers within two hours of serving (or within one hour if temperatures were above 90°F). Most cooked meats, side dishes, and casseroles are best enjoyed within 3 to 4 days when stored properly in the refrigerator. If you're not planning to eat them by then, freeze them for later. When in doubt, remember the golden rule: If it looks questionable, smells odd, or you're simply unsure, throw it out.

What's your leftover strategy? Are you team "gone by Sunday" or team "it still looks good next week"? Let us know!

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Explore STEM Careers This Summer

Interested in a career in technology or clean energy? The Bowie Workforce Training Center is offering free STEM career seminars this July for both youth and adults. Learn from industry professionals about careers in cybersecurity and solar and renewable energy, including the education, training, and skills needed to succeed in these fast-growing fields.

Youth seminars: Cybersecurity (July 14) and Solar & Renewable Energy (July 21).
Adult seminars: Cybersecurity (July 16) and Solar & Renewable Energy (July 23).

The fireworks may be over, but the refrigerator is probably full! From burgers and hot dogs to potato salad, baked beans, and watermelon, many of us look forward to enjoying July 4th leftovers for days. But here's a fun question: How long do you keep eating them? One day? Three days? Until they're gone?

Food safety experts recommend refrigerating leftovers within two hours of serving (or within one hour if temperatures were above 90°F). Most cooked meats, side dishes, and casseroles are best enjoyed within 3 to 4 days when stored properly in the refrigerator. If you're not planning to eat them by then, freeze them for later. When in doubt, remember the golden rule: If it looks questionable, smells odd, or you're simply unsure, throw it out.

What's your leftover strategy? Are you team "gone by Sunday" or team "it still looks good next week"? Let us know!

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4th of July Fireworks at Chesapeake Stadium

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Important: Fireworks are illegal in Prince George’s County. Using or having fireworks in your possession can result in fines of up to $1,000 and/or 6 months in jail.

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Your one stop shop of things to do in Bowie!

July 2

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 10:15am - 10:45am

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Toddler Storytime at Bowie Barnes and Noble, Bowie Town Center
  15455 Emerald Way Bowie 11:30am

• Movie: "Hamilton" (PG-13), South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 2:30pm - 5:15pm

• Teen Zone: Summer Drop In, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 3:30pm - 4:30pm

• Computer Basics: Open Lab, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 3:00pm - 4:00pm

• Technology Help, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 4:00pm - 5:30pm

• Talk Your Suit! A Conversation Game Night, The Free State Distillery, Inc
  1001 Prince Georges Blvd #STE 200 Upper Marlboro 6:00pm

July 3

Independence Day - City offices are closed for the Holiday

July 4

• Chesapeake Baysox's Star Spangled Spectacular, Prince George's Stadium, 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie 5:30

July 5

• Bowie Farmer's Market, Bowie High School Parking Lot 15200 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 9:00am - 1:00pm

• The FCAC: Party on the Greens | Crimson & Cream Golf Classic Weekend, Country Club At Woodmore 12320 Pleasant Prospect Mitchellville 3:00pm

• Labi Productions Presents: The Way, The Truth, My Story Comedy Special, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie 5:30pm

• Summer Sunset Concert Series: "Sol y Rumba", Allen Pond Park 3330 Northview Dr. Bowie 6:00pm - 8:00pm

July 6

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• BCPA Summer Camps, Broadway Bound Summer Camp Bowie Center for the Performing Arts 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie 10:00am - 4:00pm

• Regular City Council Meeting, City Hall Council Chambers 15901 Fred Robinson Way Bowie 7:00pm - 9:00pm

July 7

• Story Explorers: Tween Book Club - For Rising Grades 4-6, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 5:30pm - 7:00pm

• Game On: Jigsaw Puzzles, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 6:00pm - 7:30pm

• Game On: Chess and Checkers, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 6:00pm - 7:30pm

July 8

• Come Out and Play, Huntington South Park 13311 11th Street
  Bowie 5:30pm - 7:30pm

• STEM Fun: Be a Paleontologist, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd. Bowie 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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