The Patuxent River Detachment 1305 of the Marine Corps League meets every 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm at the VFW Post 2632 on Rt. 235 Northbound in California. Stop by for camaraderie, fellowship and useful information. Visit www.paxriverdet1305.com or on Facebook at Patuxent River Detachment 1305, Marine Corps League.

Join the Arc Of Southern Maryland biweekly on Tuesdays as they discuss topics relating to inclusion, human rights, services and supports available and all of the things you didn't know you needed to know from their perspectives. Listen to the podcast on their website. You'll hear from people with IDD and their families, friends and caregivers, along with others who are dedicated to making our communities an inclusive space. Whether you have a disability, love or support someone with one or just want to make the world a better place, come along on our journey. People with disabilities want to be seen for who we are, not the diagnosis we have been given. Listen wherever you find your favorite Podcasts or at www.arcsomd.org/podcast

Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust is seeking landowners in Southern Maryland who own 20 or more acres with only one residence. These beautiful properties and can be conserved through donation or compensation up to $5,500 per acre just like they are… forever!  Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust wants to help keep Southern Maryland rural!

Willing landowners should contact Abby Greenwell by emailing abby@ptlt.org or calling 240-298-7707.

It's not every day you can make a real difference in the lives of kids. When you volunteer with a local Optimist Club you'll help young people develop positive approaches to life and enable them to excel. If you care about kids, the time to act is now. Join local Optimists in bringing out the best in kids. For more information, please contact your local Optimist Club located in Prince Frederick, Solomons, Waldorf, Lexington Park, Mechanicsville, Hollywood-Leonardtown or Bushwood -7th District

Lexington Park, MD. Meetings are the second Monday of every month and feature guest speakers, show and tells, and other fun activities. Pax River Quilters Guild is a non-profit organization devoted to philanthropic quilting projects and promoting the skill of quilting. New members of all skill levels are welcome. For questions, email: prpgsomd@gmail.com

The American Chestnut Land Trust is a non-profit land conservancy in Calvert County, Maryland that offers 24 miles of trails open to the public free of charge every day of the year. Commune with nature while hiking the well-maintained trails that meander through the wildlands surrounding Parkers Creek, one of the last remaining pristine watersheds on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. Guided hikes and canoe trips are offered throughout the year. Visit www.acltweb.org for more information.

If you have spare time and want to help people, please consider volunteering for Calvert Meals on Wheels. We deliver a meal and a smile 5 days per week. We need drivers, route coordinators and Board members. We ask drivers to commit to one day per month. Please call 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170 to volunteer.

The dogs "NO ONE ELSE WANTS", find their way to Pets with Disabilities - and with your help – they begin to heal and transform their bodies – realizing their spirits are not broken. Pets with Disabilities | 635 Clay Hammond Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Pets with Disabilities http://www.petswithdisabilities.org

Southern Maryland JobSource, located in the Southern Maryland American Job Centers, continues to offer services and tools to assist you in your search for meaningful employment. Services are offered both virtually and in person at the American Job Centers.  We welcome you to utilize our resource rooms to search for open positions and apply for them online.  Assistance from our dedicated resource and job specialists is also available.  Workshops are available on several career-related topics both virtually and in person.  For location information including location hours, please visit the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland’s website at:  tccsmd.org/workforce-development.

If you have a problem with alcohol contact AA. It works for thousands of people and it can work for you. Visit www.aa.org. Or, Southern Maryland Intergroup Toll Free: (800)492-0209
www.somdintergroup.org

Do you know or Love someone struggling with substance use? They want help. You want help, but just aren't sure where to start? Why not allow someone that has walked this path before you, help to navigate. At Maryland Coalition of Families, all of our professionally trained Family Peer Support Staff have "Lived Experience", so we can honestly say, "we've been there". Substance Use affects the whole family. They deserve recovery, and so do you. Together, we can make it happen. MDcoalition.org - 410-730-8267

The Maryland Veterans Museum in Newburg is open Friday, Saturdays, Sundays and Monday from Noon to 4 pm.  The Museum is rich with historical artifacts and engaging exhibits.  Visit often as displays are refreshed regularly. We now have entrance fee of $5 ages 14 – adult, $2 per child ages 7 – 13 and children 6 and under are Free.  We also now have annual memberships of $24 individual and $36 for family.   For more information visit https://www.mdvets.cc/

Center for Abused Persons offers a broad range of services to Charles County residents that aim to support adults and adolescents affected by intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and/or childhood sexual abuse. Services include 24-hour crisis hotline, individual counseling, victim advocacy, support groups, abuse intervention programming, and community education. Don't suffer in silence. Call CAP's 24 hour crisis hotline at 301-645-3336.

Take a moment today to download the new Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app free of charge from the app stores. Receive timely alerts about COVID-19, see our Most Wanted, and search for an inmate. You can also submit a confidential tip with photos. Please download the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office app today, and share it with family, friends and neighbors. Thank you for helping us make Calvert County a safer place!

The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services is proud to support a program through the Maryland Department of Aging (MDoA) called Maryland Senior Call Check. Maryland is the first state in the country to start a FREE, opt-in, telephonic service to check on Maryland’s older residents across the state. This program is for seniors living alone to check on them daily. This free service will place an automated daily call to the participant at a regularly scheduled time. If the call is not picked up after three attempts, the service will call an alternate person on your behalf to check on you. If your alternate does not pick up or you do not have an alternate, the local authorities will be contacted to perform a wellness check. MDoA recommends all seniors use the program as a resource during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Senior Call Check phone lines are open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The verification and enrollment process can be completed within 24 hours Monday-Saturday. MDoA will provide messages and updates regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. For more information, call 1-866-50-CHECK (1-866-502-0560) or register online at www.aging.maryland.gov.

Are you a victim of a crime? You do not have to face that tragedy alone. For 37 years, the staff and volunteers at the Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc have helped ease the suffering of victims of crime in Maryland with dignity, respect and compassion. Despite the pandemic, we continue to provide assistance navigating the legal system, free legal consultation regarding victim’s rights, and assistance with social service organizations. Our staff of dedicated advocates and attorneys may be reached at 877- VICTIM1, that’s 877-842-8461 or on-line at www.MdCrimeVictims.org. All our services are free! The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center Inc, . Continuing the mission of the Stephanie Roper Foundation. Call 877-VICTIM1.

Every day, children across Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s counties are removed from their homes because of abuse and neglect. Although Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) continue to serve more of these children each year, the need for CASA volunteers continues to grow as more children enter the child welfare and court systems. CASA volunteers work one-on-one with an abused or neglected child, advocating for his or her best interests. CASA volunteers don’t require any specific education. All they need is compassion, objectivity, and a commitment to children. Anyone interested in becoming a CASA Volunteer should visit https://center-for-children.org/programs/court-appointed-special-advocate-casa/ for more information, or reach out to the CASA of Southern Maryland casa@center-for-children.org or call NaQuita Coates, Training and Recruitment Specialist, at 410-535-3047.

The Charles County (Maryland) Sheriff’s Office and Charles County Crime Solvers work together to solve crimes and hold criminals accountable for their offenses. Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity. For more information about Crime Solvers, contact Detective Sergeant Tim Miner, Crime Solvers Coordinator for the Sheriff’s Office, at 240-216-2173. PHONE**Call 1-866-411-TIPS to report a tip** * An operator takes information about your tip. * You will receive an identification number. * Your tip is provided to the investigating officer. * You must call back later to check the status of your information, using your identification number. Or call  https://www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com/

At the Center for Life Enrichment, our mission is to provide programs and support services that will increase the vocational and personal potential of individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide these services in a unique and individualized manner to improve overall quality of life. Increased independence, integration into the workforce, and the opportunity for social interaction is the focus of our services. The Center for Life Enrichment, Inc. Visit http://www.tcle.org/ For more information

United Way of Calvert County. The United Way of Calvert County (UWCC) was incorporated in 1980 to respond to the human service needs of Calvert County residents. We function as a leader in the community identifying needs and working most often in a collaborative way, to find solutions to those needs. Visit http://unitedwaycalvert.org

The Red Cross of the Chesapeake Region touches hundreds of lives every day. Our mission is to help people prevent, prepare for, and cope with emergencies. We are proud of the wide range of services that we provide throughout the state of Maryland. For more information visit http://www.redcross.org/md/baltimore

Bay Community Support Services (Bay-CSS) is a leader of services to people with disabilities throughout Central and Southern Maryland. Our services enable people with varying abilities, ages and life situations to live and work successfully in their communities. For more information visit http://www.baycss.org/

Calvert Hospice provides compassionate care and comfort to enable dying patients to live their last days in peace and comfort, with dignity and respect. Hospice neither shortens nor extends life, but aims to enhance the quality of life to the end. We do this through a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to meeting the needs of the patient and family. The Hospice team includes a registered nurse, a trained and licensed social worker, a member of the clergy, a certified home health aide, and, of course, community volunteers. For more information visit http://www.calverthospice.org/

The Center for Children believes that every child in need should have the opportunity to receive quality mental health care. We are dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child abuse and the promotion of positive mental health through crisis intervention, therapy, education, and advocacy. Since 1989, the Center for Children has assist over 50,000 children and families across Southern Maryland. Locations: La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick. For more information visit http://www.center-for-children.org/

Christmas in April St. Mary's County is a local chapter of Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April, a national volunteer organization that, in partnership with the community, rehabilitates the homes of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and disabled, so that they may live in warmth, safety, and independence. We also provide help through work on community projects. For more information visit http://christmasinaprilsmc.org/

Christmas in April of Calvert County is a local chapter of the national volunteer organization. In partnership with the community, it rehabilitates the homes of low-income persons, particularly the elderly and disabled, so that they may live independently in warmth and safety. For more information visit http://www.christmasinaprilcalvertcounty.org/

Christmas in April Charles County is the volunteer organization started in 1990 that, in partnership with the community, rehabilitates the houses of low-income homeowners, elderly and disabled, so that they may continue to live in warmth, safety and independence. After months of planning and preparation, Christmas in April culminates in a National Rebuilding Day on the last Saturday in April. Last year 1,051 volunteers of all ages, faiths and walks of life come together to help neighbors in the American barnraising tradition. For more information visit http://www.christmasinaprilcharlescounty.com/

The term Hospice comes from the medieval word for a place of shelter for travelers on a long or difficult journey. Today's Hospice provides care for those who are in the final phase of life's journey in the form of support for terminally ill patients and their families. The entire family is the unit of care. Hospice of Charles County is supported by gifts and donations and we are a United Way Agency. We depend upon financial contributions from individuals or organizations in the community in order to provide Hospice services in Charles County. For more information visit http://www.hospiceofcharlescounty.org/

HOSPICE of St. Mary's, Inc. is a not-for-profit service of St. Mary's Hospital that provides physical, psychological and spiritual care and comfort to those who are terminally ill and their families. HOSPICE also offers grief support to those families and to any community members who have experienced the pain of loss related to death, divorce, suicide, re-location, or other significant life change. HOSPICE is there when it hurts. For more information visit http://www.hospiceofstmarys.org/

It is the Mission of the Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC) to provide shelter and care for homeless, injured and neglected animals through adoption, fostering, community partnerships, education, and affordable spay-neuter and vaccine services. For more information or to donate visit https://humanesocietycc.org

The Humane Society of Calvert County, Inc., improves our community for animals and people by: sheltering and protecting animals from harm; placing them into caring, responsible homes; increase awareness through humane education and community outreach; endeavoring to reduce animal over population and to eliminate cruelty; serving as an advocate for animals by promoting humane standards; and enhancing the relationship between animals and people.  For more information visit https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org/

It is the Mission of the Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC) to provide shelter and care for homeless, injured and neglected animals through adoption, fostering, community partnerships, education, and affordable spay-neuter and vaccine services. For more information visit https://humanesocietycc.org/

The Maryland 4-H Foundation was founded in 1959 to support Maryland 4-H Programs through its six Pillars of Purpose: Provide Scholarship to 4-H members, furthering their education; implement opportunities for Leadership Development; support the growth of 4-H in Maryland's Communities; provide funding for Project-Based State and National Trips; expand International 4-H Experiences; and recognize the generosity of our Volunteers and Donors. From awards ceremonies to tournaments to fundraisers, the Maryland 4-H Foundation has sponsored many 4-H events over the past fifty-six years. Regardless of the event taking place, the Maryland 4-H Foundation has built and managed the financial resources to support Maryland youth in reaching their fullest potential as competent, caring, and responsible individuals through Maryland 4-H Programs. If you would like to join 4-H, please visit http://extension.umd.edu/4-h/join-4-h for more information.

Patuxent Habitat for Humanity believes that substandard housing and homelessness are unacceptable. Please join us and our mission to activate faith and build hope! We are looking for people from all walks of life -- young and old, skilled and willing-to-learn, rich and poor -- to join in this mountain-moving venture! We invite you to join our team in whatever capacity you can! for more information visit http://patuxenthabitat.org/

The St. Mary's Animal Welfare League is a nonprofit, rescue organization that specializes in the rescue, care and placement of abused, neglected and homeless companion animals. Our animals are vaccinated, microchipped, spayed or neutered and receive medical treatment before being placed in carefully selected homes. We strive to educate the community in areas of humane education and responsible pet ownership as well as helping to control the pet overpopulation in our area by promoting the spaying and neutering of all companion animals. For more information visit http://smawl.org/

Saturday, September 30th, 4 to 11pm, at the VFW in California, Maryland:

Come rock out with FIVE local bands! Feast at local food trucks and win prizes! BEI Reading Rocks Fest is a benefit concert to support Boundless Expectations, Inc. (BEI), an education nonprofit based out of Leonardtown. 100% of ticket sales will go directly to BEI to support community members impacted by learning differences through education, consultation, and advocacy, as well as specialized tutoring.

Reading never rocked so hard!

Ticketing: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTg5Njg3

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/843234327328198

Cruisin' Southern Maryland 100 Mile Car Cruise & Car Show will take place on Saturday September 30th. All Vehicles invited, cruise through three Southern Maryland Counties. Begins at 7:30 am at the Golden Beach Park & Ride (37750 Golden Beach Rd. Charlotte Hall, MD 20622, and arrival at the last stop at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home with a car show. www.CruisinSOMD.com (Rain date Oct. 1 weather permitting) Phone 240-538-4266 Proceeds for Charlotte Hall Veterans Home and other Veteran organizations.

Christmas in April Calvert County partners with the community to repair and improve houses so that low income homeowners can live in warmth., safety, and independence. Christmas in April is now accepting applications for low income Calvert County homeowners through September 30, 2023 for our April  2024 workday. Applications can be submitted at www.christmasinaprilcalvertcounty.org

Port Tobacco Players presents "Death of a Salesman" September 22nd to October 8th. Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm | Sundays at 3pm. Tickets $18 for adults, $15 for seniors over 60, youth (through high school), and military with ID.

It's the 9th Annual Bras & Drawers for the Cause Fundraiser at the American Legion in Hughesville on Thursday October 5th at 6 pm. This is a fun filled evening with auctions; cash bar; catered food & a DJ. All proceeds benefit A Message of Hope Cancer Fund which provides direct financial support to local families facing monetary burdens associated with Cancer.

The Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department will have a Food Truck Fair on October 7th from 11 am - 2 pm at 15245 Prince Frederick Road, Hughesville. Funnel Cakes, BBQ, Ice Cream, Tacos and much more.

Pets With Disabilities will have their Open House and Fall Fundraiser on Saturday, October 7th from Noon to 5:00 PM at 635 Clay Hammond Road in Prince Frederick. There will be Raffles, Trail walks, Entertainment, Food and Drink. Plus, Meet & Greet the Dogs and pick up some Pets With Disabilities Merchandise. Register for the day here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejxsn994fb55a572&oseq=&c=&ch=

Port Tobacco Players presents "Death of a Salesman" September 22nd to October 8th. Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm | Sundays at 3pm. Tickets $18 for adults, $15 for seniors over 60, youth (through high school), and military with ID.

“ Come cheer on the Marching Bands from Leonardtown, Chopticon, Great Mills, Calvert, Huntingtown and Patuxent High Schools as they compete in the “Battle at Breton”!  Come watch these amazing musicians and color guards as they battle for first place at one of the largest US Bands Competitions in the region, happening at Leonardtown High School, Saturday, October 7^th.   Gates open at 2:00 with the first band stepping off at 3:00pm.  You don’t want to miss this!!!!”

The Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an open house at their station!  The community is welcome to bring your children and families to the firehouse on Saturday, October 7th between 12-noon to 3 p.m. There will be live demonstrations....  a moon bounce...  food.... and fun children's activities. For more information, visit the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page. 

The Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Washington, DC are hosting their 13th Annual Red Shoe 5k at National Harbor on Sunday October 8th. The Ronald McDonald House Charities eases the hardship of childhood illness on families through programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children. Sign up at www.redshoe5k.org.

Come on out to the Career and Technology Academy at 330 Dorsey Drive in Prince Frederick for their CTA CAr Show! It all happens on Saturday October 13th from 10 am. Enjoy the day with car enthusiasts while supporting students who plan to participate in a SkillsUSA competition. Food trucks and 50/50. Trophies awarded by peer judging and popular vote for several categories. The first 100 registered will receive a dash plaque.

The 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad will have a Fall Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, October 14th, at the St. Mary’s County Fair Grounds, Old Auditorium in Leonardtown from 9 am - 2 pm. Looking for crafters / vendors sign up now; Inside / Outside (depending on weather / COVID) event - Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm; Registration Fee: $30.00, (each additional space $20.00) / Register for event / For more information: Email Darlene darlenejohnson2012@gmail.com /  Call 240-434-1095 (c ) after 5:00PM BUT NLT 9:00pm

The 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad will have aCommunity Yard Sale, Saturday October 14th; 7:00 a..m – 12:00 p.m; @ the St. Mary’s County Fair Grounds Commercial 1 & 2 Bldgs. - (Event will occur rain or shine!), 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650;  Looking for participants - Reserve a space for $20.00 - includes 1 (6ft) table and # of chairs needed; Set-up will be available for indoor spaces on Friday, 24th of March. Building will be open from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Friday.  Building will be locked at 7:00 p.m. Friday and will not open until Saturday, March 25th at 6:00 a.m. Spaces available inside or outside (if weather permits; **NOTE: Additional fee of $10.00 will be charged for each additional table. If not participating, mark your calendars to attend yard sale. ** For more information or to reserve a table contact:  Becky at dbksk@atlanticbb.net or 301-904-1656 or Agnes at agnes.birch54@gmail.com or 301-904-0946

Join Freedom Hill Horse Rescue on Flint Road in Owings for their Spirits & Steeds fall fundraiser on Saturday October 14th fro 1-6 pm. There will be beer/wine/spirits sampling, horse back rides, a children's area, over 50 vendors/crafters, live music by Nightlife Band, dancing by the O'grady Quinlan Academy of Irish Dance and much more. All proceeds from the event go to the care and keeping of our horses. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spirits-steeds-2023-tickets-510285105487?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Join Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust for a morning of Fitness, Fun, and Prizes! Enjoy stunning views and historic grounds for the 5k Turkey Trot, Walk or Run in Point Lookout State Park, Saturday October 14th at 10 am. Bring your kiddos and decorate your stroller or wagon with a Turtle theme to win great prizes! Food trucks will be onsite for after the race.  To register for the race, visit: www.PTLT.org. Questions, including sponsorships? abby@ptlt.org

The Hollywood Leonardtown Optimist Club will hold their 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch on Sunday, October 15th. The annual event will be held at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s back lot this year and will include free pumpkins for the first 150 children. In addition to the children picking their own pumpkin, they will offer free painting of the pumpkins, a bounce house, pony rides and free food for children under the age of 12. They will also have baked goods available for purchase as well. The event will begin at 12 noon on Sunday and go on until 4 pm. Come out and support the Hollywood-Leonardtown Optimist Club as they continue their mission to bring out the best in children!

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department will have a prime dinner at the Sociall Hall on Friday October 20th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Price: $25 per plate Menu: Prime rib, baked potato, green beans, salad with choice of 3 different dressings (Ranch, Italian and French) Roll and dessert. This will be a Sit-In or Carry-Out event. Please call Lynn Brady (240-538-2503) For a Sit-In or Take-Out time slot and to pre-order.   Pre-orders will NOT be taken after October 13 at 5 pm.
    

Fall is coming and so is a great Craft & Vendor Show! The Auxiliary of the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Fall Craft and Vendor Show. The event will be held on October 21st from 9am - 3pm inside the fire truck bays. We will have a large variety of crafters and vendors offering unique items for purchase! Shop local and buy gifts or treat yourself! Space is still available! Please email lvfdcraftvendor@gmail.com if you are interested in renting a table. ***Don't get scammed*** Only this email will be used to schedule crafters and vendors! Payment is never electronic!

Sons of The American Legion (SAL) Squadron 255 in Ridge, MD is sponsoring its 2nd Annual Car Show on October 21st from Noon to 4 pm. There will be activities for kids, vendors, raffles, food, and the band Mount N Ride will be performing this year. The SAL works together with The American Legion promoting a wide variety of programs such as Veterans' programs (VAVS), VA home and hospital volunteering, Children & Youth activities, and community service. In order to continue supporting the various programs that the SAL Squadron is involved with, we need your help. Our first Car Show was such a success with over 100 cars and bikes participating and the overwhelming community support, the SAL has decided to make this a yearly event. If you are interested in volunteering, participating as a non-food vendor, or sponsoring the event please contact Valerie at vgaghan@gmail.com or 301-481-0650

Bluegrass for Hospice, a one-day Bluegrass music fundraiser will take place on Heaven Lane in Great Mills on Saturday October 28th. All to support the local Hospice of St. Mary’s, Hospice House. The event will be held inside with outside bathroom facilities, and everything is handicap accessible.  You’re invited to bring you own lawn chairs and BYOB is welcome.  Tickets are available  for sale in advance at $25.00 each.  They can be purchased online or by mail.  To order  with a credit card, go to: www.bluegrassforhospice.com/tickets.  To order by check, make payable to “Hospice of St. Mary’s” and mail a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Bluegrass for Hospice, PO Box 741, California, MD 20619.  Tickets will also be available at the gate for $30.00 each.  The gate opens at 11:00 am and runs from Noon until 8:00 pm.  For more information or to inquire about vendor space, call 301-737-3004 or go to: www.bluegrassforhospice.com. 

The Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad - Station 39 on FDR Boulevard is thrilled to announce the 2023 Fall Craft & Vendor Fair hosted by the Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Associates on Saturday October 28th from 9 am to 2 pm at teh Rescue Squad Building! This event is a fantastic way to celebrate our talented local artisans, entrepreneurial small businesses, and the hard-working Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. Plus, it's the perfect opportunity to snag some unique finds for the fall season and maybe some early holiday shopping too! Mark your calendars for October 28th and come join us at Station 39 (21685 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD) from 9 AM to 2 PM. We'll have vendors from across the area showcasing their goods, along with music, food, and raffles to make the day extra enjoyable! Entry is completely FREE, and there's plenty of parking right behind the building. The best part? All the proceeds will go straight towards supporting our awesome Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. It's a fun day out and a chance to give back to the community. Thinking about showcasing your stuff as a vendor? We have spots available! It's $30 for a 6ft table and chairs, which we'll provide. Spots are filling up fast, and we're making sure there are no duplicates, so hurry up! Just remember: all items should be hand-crafted and food should be professionally packaged or preserved. For more details about the Craft & Vendor Fair, or if you're interested in vendor opportunities, don't hesitate to email us at associateevent@lpvrs.org. We're looking forward to a great day of fun and community spirit. See you there!

Did you miss getting your horse fix at the St. Mary's county fair because of the weather? Come out to the fairgrounds Saturday October 28th starting at 8:30 a.m. for our rescheduled horse show hosted by the Stirrup Trouble 4-H Club. Entries are open until October 20th offering classes for both western and English riders of all ages. There are no entry fees for classes and spectators are welcome! For more information email sdobbins1218@gmail.com

The Ladies Auxiliary to the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Dept & EMS will have a holiday shopping event on Sunday November 12th from 10 am - 3pm. This will be a huge vendor show with tons of tables including a 50/50 raffle. The Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department is 15245 Prince Frederick Road, Hughesville, MD

The AeroPark Farmer's Market, hosted by Historic Sotterley is your opportunity to shop local and support small business. Visit the AeroPark Farmer's Market on the third Sunday of every month through December 17th. The market takes place at the Airport Terminal building located at 44200 Airport Road in California. Ther AeroPark Farmer's Market embraces and showcases the rural characteristics of Southern Maryland while highlighting the role that our region has played in developing our nation's air and space technologies. One of the most unique characteristics is that people can even fly their plane into the airport from other parts of the region to buy good and then fly home. For more information visit: www.sotterley.org

The 11th Annual Holiday Extravaganza will take place at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday November 25th from 9 am to 3 pm at 856 Bayside Road. There will be crafters, vendors, a 50/50 raffle and food for purchase. For more information or to rent a table call or text Brenda at 240-375-2892.

The AeroPark Farmer's Market, hosted by Historic Sotterley is your opportunity to shop local and support small business. Visit the AeroPark Farmer's Market on the third Sunday of every month through December 17th. The market takes place at the Airport Terminal building located at 44200 Airport Road in California. Ther AeroPark Farmer's Market embraces and showcases the rural characteristics of Southern Maryland while highlighting the role that our region has played in developing our nation's air and space technologies. One of the most unique characteristics is that people can even fly their plane into the airport from other parts of the region to buy good and then fly home. For more information visit: www.sotterley.org