Students Can STEAM Into Summer
STEM-Link has compiled a list of summer camps, both virtual and in person, sure to meet any child’s interests.
First Friday June 4 in Leonardtown
First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining evening. This Friday the town’s business community will be open June 4 from 5 to 8 pm.
Camp D.A.R.E. Accepting Registrations
Camp D.A.R.E. is accepting registrations for a free four-day summer camp in July 2021.
Pool Party Ushers in Summer Season
Come to the Great Mills pool this weekend, May 29-31, to celebrate its summer opening. There will be open swim all three days from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and 3 to 6 pm.
Companies Sought to Host Student Apprenticeships
Local companies can become part of an innovative apprenticeship program in Southern Maryland that trains and prepares students to fill workforce shortages in STEM or manufacturing career fields.
SMECO Opens Another EV Charging Station
Another Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative EV Recharge public charging station for electric vehicles has opened in St. Mary’s County.
Spreading Joy at Greenwell Foundation
The Greenwell Foundation made its May Open Barn event just a little more special. Unicorns and goats helped spread joy to visitors. On tap for June: a Lexington Park Library outdoor story time.
Roanoke Gov. Paints 1st Flamingo
The first known painting of a flamingo in America is a watercolor by John White (1577-1593) who was the governor of the famous Lost Colony of Roanoke Island, Virginia, founded by his friend Sir Walter Raleigh in 1585.
Navy Day Exhibit on Display at Museum
A new exhibit at the St. Clement’s Island Museum features Navy Day items and souvenirs from past Navy Day celebrations.
Farmers Markets Open for the Season
St. Mary’s County farmers markets have opened for the 2021 season in Charlotte Hall, California, and Lexington Park. Customers will find a variety of locally grown and locally made products from eggs, meats, and cheeses to soap, cider, and apple pie.
