Mitchell to Present ‘Voices of the Civil War’
The St. Mary’s County Historical Society will present a program, “Maryland Voices of the Civil War (Historically Speaking),” at 6:45 pm Friday, June 18.
For Kids — Science, Exploration & LEGOs
Children are invited to enjoy a four-day, STEAM-oriented program at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum in July focused on outdoor science and exploration.
Biden Shifts Focus of DoD Budget
The Biden administration’s first DoD budget proposal — for FY22 — declares climate change a “national security priority,” includes $30.8 million to address extremism among troops, and enhances training at all levels,
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.
Live Boxing in Lex Park – June 5
This Saturday: Live boxing from the Knowledge Boxing Center with its 3rd Live Amateur Boxing event in St. Mary’s County: Will to Win in Southern MD 3.
‘Largest Ever’ R&D, T&E Budget Hike Sought
The Administration’s FY22 military budget requests contains the “largest ever” budget hike in research, development, testing, and evaluation, says DefSec Lloyd Austin. The White House has proposed $112 billion in that area, a 5 percent increase.
Ceremony to Retire Old American Flags
Unserviceable American flags are being collected in preparation for the annual Flag Day ceremony to be held at the St. Mary’s County Governmental Center in Leonardtown on June 14.
55 Marylanders in Naval Academy’s Class of ’21
The US Naval Academy held its commencement Friday in Annapolis with Vice President Kamala Harris giving the keynote address. There were 1,084 graduates and 55 of them were Marylanders.
Bus Service Returns to Full Operations
St. Mary’s Transit System will return to pre-pandemic fully operational status effective Tuesday, June 1, 2021.
Vaccine Clinic Coming to Lex Park
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine will be offered to residents of the Lexington Park/Great Mills area from 2 to 4 pm Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at the East Run Medical Center across from Great Mills High School.
