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Coming up on the Crofton Patch calendar: Bryce's Treehouse Hosts Inaugural International Overdose Awareness Day Event in Bowie – Aug. 30

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What's up Crofton! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which after-school programs are serving Crofton's elementary schools this year?
  • How Crofton drivers can protect against rising airbag thefts now

Also on today's calendar: Bryce's Treehouse Hosts Inaugural International Overdose Awareness Day Event in Bowie – Aug. 30 and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cloudy, heavy t-storms; humid, temps: high: 85, low: 69.
  • Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• When the Bell Rings: After School Activities in Annapolis (annapolismomsmedia.com) — Families in Crofton have several after‑school care choices this year at Crofton Elementary, Crofton Woods, Crofton Meadows, and nearby schools, with both AM and PM options. The guide compares locations, pickup arrangements, and costs so you can match your child's schedule and your budget for the 2026–2027 school year.
   

• Driver side airbag theft on the rise in Anne Arundel County (cbsnews.com) — Vehicle owners in Crofton are being warned about a spike in driver-side airbag thefts, especially from Honda models, across Anne Arundel County. Police urge residents to park in secure, well‑lit areas, lock vehicles, remove valuables, and share any suspicious activity or camera footage directly with investigators rather than posting it online.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday August 26
  • PreK & Kindergarten Staggered Entrance Dates
    Odenton , MD 21113
    8:00 am
    • Thursday August 27
  • Carroll County Health Department Community Pop-Up →
    Maryland State Parks Taneytown Library,10 Grand Dr,Taneytown,MD 21787
    10:00 am
  • Frederick County Community Car Seat Event
    Maryland State Parks Annapolis, MD 21401
    3:00 pm
    • Friday August 28
  • Virtual Car Seat Inspection Appointment
    Maryland State Parks Virtual
    10:30 am
  • PTA Skate Night đź
    Crofton Elementary School 1082 Route, 3 Capitol Raceway Rd, Crofton, MD 21114, USA
    5:00 pm
    • Saturday August 29
  • Community Harvest Festival →
    Maryland State Parks Union Bridge Church of the Brethren,124 S Main Street,Union Bridge,MD 21791
    10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Nike, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Associate, SEAS - Nike Glenarden (0-40 hours/week) in Lanham. Apply here.
  • Melwood Enterprises, Inc. posted a job opening for LEAD WORKER - (Custodial Floor Worker Experience) 4:30 am - 1:30 pm in Annapolis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Crofton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Odenton

  • Airbag Thefts Increasing Across Anne Arundel Co.: Police (patch.com)

Crownsville

Bowie

  • 10K PGCPS Students Miss Their Bus On 1st Day Of School (patch.com)
  • New Salad Bars, Stadium, Buildings, Schedules At Prince George's Schools (patch.com)
  • Officer ID'd In Fatal Shooting Of Driver In Suitland: AG (patch.com)

Ok Crofton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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