Groups Step Up to Help Library Food Program
A Better St. Mary’s and the St. Mary’s Department of Social Services have partnered to help fund a summer meal program for children at the Lexington Park Library.
Applications Open for Teen Academy
Leadership Southern Maryland and Stella’s Girls are accepting applications for the 2026 Teen Leadership Academy to be held July 27-31 at the College of Southern Maryland Hughesville campus. The deadline to apply is June 19.
Blue Angels Headline Pax River Air Show
The US Navy says the 2026 NAS Patuxent River Air Show on June 20 and 21 is going to be packed with thrilling performances, including appearances by the Blue Angels.
State Offering License-Free Fishing Days
All Maryland residents and visitors can fish without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration on June 13 and July 4.
R&P Staff Members Complete Training Programs
Three staff members of the St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation & Parks completed professional development programs and were honored in April.
Kindergarten Enrollment Has Begun in St. Mary’s
Enrollment for St. Mary’s County Public Schools kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year will continue throughout the summer.
Museums Host 2nd Saturday Activities
Residents of all ages are invited to enjoy educational activities at the St. Clement’s Island Museum, US Colored Troops Interpretive Center, and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum on the second Saturday of each month throughout the year.
SMECO and VMDAEC Award Scholarships
Nine graduating high school seniors earn SMECO and VMDAEC award scholarships.
Pax Sets June 10-25 Noise Advisory
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 7pm June 10-25, 2026.
Beach Water Monitoring Season Begins
The St. Mary’s County Health Department has begun its annual water monitoring for the summer until Labor Day at public beaches throughout the county.
