Why Oysters Matter: An Ecologist’s View
Oysters are not the only filter feeders in the Chesapeake Bay. Fish, other mussels, plankton, and other invertebrates also filter food from the water. However, not all filter feeders are created equal.
Lexington Park Robberies Prompt Community Meeting
Lexington Park’s COPs Unit will hold a community meeting Nov. 21 from 5 to 9 pm at the Bay District firehouse for businesses and residents in response to recent robberies in the area.
Pax Partnership Names New Board
The Patuxent Partnership holds its annual meeting and announces new members of its board of directors.
Climate Change Talk Fills the House
“I’ve seen enough evidence.” It’s no hoax, climate scientist John Walsh tells to a packed Auerbach Auditorium at The Patuxent Partnership and SMCM Center for the Study of Democracy event.
SlackWater Explores Bay Oyster’s History
Once strictly utilitarian in value, these oyster cans — part of James Banagan’s collection — are now prized for their aesthetics and historic meaning.
Check Out CSM’s Veterans Lounge
The Veterans Lounge at the College of Southern Maryland’s La Plata Campus has been renovated, and the college is excited to show it off. An open house is scheduled at the lounge from 10:30 to 11:30 am Nov. 9.
Job Growth Continues in October
US Department of Labor’s October 2016 jobs report shows continued trend of job growth; 142,000 private sector jobs were added and the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.9 percent.
Bubby Knott to be Recognized for Philanthropy
Joseph “Bubby” Knott, owner of the Great Mills Trading Post, will be honored by the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland during its 11th annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon and Celebration of Business Philanthropy. The luncheon is set for 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Nov. 4, 2016, and will be held at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center in Waldorf, Maryland.
Friendly’s Replaced With New Shops in Great Mills
Open for business. New shops in Great Mill’s new two-story at Route 5 and Indian Bridge Road across from Great Mills Trading Post.
STEM Festival Promises Mind-Bending Day
The 2016 St. Mary’s County STEM Festival Nov. 5 offers brain aerobics for students. The event will be held at the county fairgrounds in Leonardtown, MD.
