Hoyer Announces VFD’s SAFER Grant
Riverdale Heights Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $331,050 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response, or SAFER, grant. The VFD’s SAFER grant will be used for the recruitment of volunteer firefighters, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer said.
Don’t Miss AMG Maker’s Market Nov. 5
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center’s Maker’s Market will be held from 9 am to 1 pm Saturday, Nov. 5.
Dispose of Household Hazardous Waste
St. Mary’s County residents can properly dispose of potentially toxic materials at a Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 between 8 am and 4:30 pm at the county landfill on St Andrews Church Road.
Adults Can Go Back to Class at Annmarie
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center in Solomons has a number of adult classes lined up, allowing adults to learn a variety of artistic media through a painting, pottery, or jewelry-making class.
Hone Opioid Response Skills at Training
Members of the community who might be in the position to save the life of someone who is at risk of dying from an opioid overdose can be trained to help, even when emergency medical services are not immediately available. The St. Mary’s County Health Department, frequently supported in part by MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, is the location for several sessions for qualified individuals to be trained.
College Kids Can Benefit From Lasik
Glasses and contacts are a hassle, and the last thing a college student needs is more hassle. If you have considered LASIK now is a great time to get the clear vision to enhance your time in and out of class. Dr. Mark Whitten can help.
For Families, Game Night at Annmarie
Families are invited to spend an evening at Annmarie Garden Sculpture Garden & Art Center playing games. Family Game Night will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 pm Friday, Oct. 28, 2016.
Marines Taking UAS to New Heights and Lengths
From developing robots as advance troops, protectors even of the JSF, Marines seek to enlarge US military force with UAS. There are others who fear a robot arms race.
Educators Tapping STEM Professionals as Classroom Partners
Calling on Southern Maryland’s STEM brain trust to collaborate with local teachers.
Poet Benjamin Will Read at CSM Connections
The College of Southern Maryland’s Connections Literary Series will present a reading by poet Rick Benjamin. He will read from his work at 7:30 pm Nov. 4, 2016, at the Leonardtown Campus in Building A, Auditorium, 22950 Hollywood Road in Leonardtown.
