Mechanicsville Braves Youth Lacrosse Club (Boys) Fall Lacrosse League Registration is now open for 2nd to 9th graders as of the start of the new school year. Registration is open online now https://MYLC.leagueapps.com. Practices will be held at 5th District Park (Behind Lettie Dent Elementary School) will run through the beginning of November. For more information they can visit our website, Facebook page or contact me directly. Melinda Sampson 240 682 5430

In support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Chopticon High School football team is proud to join Touchdowns Against Cancer 2019! We are challenging our fans to pledge for every touchdown we score between September 6th-29th to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You can also make a 1 time donation! For more information, join the campaign, or to setup a private donation: Please go to: https://pledgeit.org/tac19-morganza-md-chopticon-braves? facebook: Chopticon High School Football @chopfootball twitter: @chopfootball Email: bravesfootballinfo@gmail.com

The Friends of Maxwell Hall are hosting a free open house of Maxwell Hall (17388 Teagues Point Rd, Hughesville) the last Sunday of every month from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. through October.  Maxwell Hall is a colonial home that was built in 1768 by a prominent merchant family. Dates include May 26, June 30, July 28, August 25, September 29, and October 27. Enjoy the various gardens throughout the property, take a hike on one of the nature trails, view the informational displays on the War of 1918, and simply enjoy the peaceful country surroundings of Swanson Creek and the Patuxent River.

Attention Chopticon High School Class of 1970, planning is underway for the fifty (50) year class reunion to be held 06 June 2020 at the Old Breton Inn, Leonardtown, MD.   Request you provide your email and home address information to the Communication Committee at  princesshouse4u@bellsouth.net, jacobmike1@verizon.net, and roychesley@aol.com.  View the Chopticon High School Class of 1970 Facebook Page for further details.

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 http://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.

There will be a Yard Sale sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department's Auxiliary, from 8:00am to 12 Noon at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department on eveery second Saturday of the month beginning through October 12th.  Be a BUYER or a SELLER!  It's your choice!  Either way, we would like to see you there!  The cost to reserve a table is $15 for one or $25 for two. Tables must be reserved in advance by contacting Diana, after 5:00pm, at 410-231-1775.

If drinking is no longer fun for you and separates you from other people. Go to an A.A. meeting – become part of the universe again. A.A. They’ve been there. Visit www.aa.org

The Drayden African American Schoolhouse will have open houses on select days each month through October from 11 am - 2pm. The schoolhouse is located on Cherryfield Road in Drayden. Visit one of the nation's best-preserved one-room African American schoolhouses on select days each month March 24, April 6, May 4, June 1, June 15, June 16, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5 . Check out the renovated schoolhouse and learn about its rich history and importance in St. Mary's County. Staff will be available at the school during this time to answer any questions and provide information. The schoolhouse has been closed for several years, but with the completion of the renovations of the building in the spring of 2018, the public is now able to access this significant historic site on the 1st Saturday of each month and during periodic special event weekends. The Museum Division also offers special programs for school, bus and other tour groups who would like to visit the site. Visitors who would like to see the schoolhouse times outside open house hours can contact Piney Point to arrange a visit. Co-hosted by UCAC - Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions and the St. Mary's County Museum Division

The American Legion Post 255 in Ridge is having a Queen of Hearts raffle on Friday nites. Drawings are every Friday at 7pm. Ticket sales start at 4pm for QofH and 50/50 raffles. Dinner is available for purchase also. All profits are used to help veterans and our local community.

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the Nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated t building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental Illness.  NAMI SoMd provides free education and support groups for those suffering with a mental illness as well as their family members.  Family support groups meet the 3rd Tuesday in Charles County at Body of Christ Church, Waldorf; 3rd Thursday in St. Mary's at the Wildewood Community Center, and the 4th Thursday in Calvert at St. John Vianney Church.  Please contact 301.399.4148 for more information.

First Wednesday of every month at the Circuit Court for Charles County - Law Library from 10 AM - 1 PM the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service provides FREE brief legal consultations for homeowners facing foreclosure. Foreclosure Mediation Brief Advice Attorneys will: Answer questions about foreclosure mediation Give legal advice regarding your foreclosure Help you understand court papers and documents you received regarding your foreclosure Foreclosure Mediation Brief Advice Attorneys will NOT attend mediation with you, but there are other options for obtaining legal representation for your mediation. Reservations requested – please call 301-932-3322

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  http://www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com/

From historic preservation to climate change to subliminal communication through floral design … this year’s Speaker Series at Sotterley will cover a wide array of topics. These are FREE to the public events. Historic Sotterley is pleased to announce the presenters for the 2019 Speaker Series. An important community outreach, this series is yet another way that this National Historic Landmark fulfills its mission of serving as an educational and cultural resource. Due to limited seating, please sign up on our website or call 301-373-2280 for reservations.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLACE-BASED TEACHING:The Importance of Knowing our History and Culture in Order to Preserve our Democratic Republic August 28th  |  7:00 p.m.
SPY PILOT September 18th  |  7:00 p.m.
SINKING LANDS AND RISING SEAS:Climate Change, Evolution of Chesapeake Bay & Effects on Cultural Resources October 9th  |  7:00 p.m.
FLORAL DIPLOMACY: At the White House October 30th  |  7:00 pm
THE GHOSTS OF EDEN PARK November 13th  |  7:00 p.m.
For more information visit www.sotterley.org

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13 –RIBS & CRAB DINNER – The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206will serve their popular ribs & crab dinner from 5:50 to 7:00 p.m. on September 13. The cost of $15 includes salad, sides, roll, and beverage. Dinner will be served in the Dining Room at the Post located at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road, East on Route 260 Questions should be directed to (410)257-9878. Public warmly welcomed. www.MD-Post 206.org.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13 -GOLF TOURNAMENT. To benefit children and youth programs, Oak creek Golf Club, 600 Bowieville Manor Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.. Check-in 0700-0800; starts at 8:00 a.m. Captains Choice.. Send $100 checks to AL Post 206, PO Box 428, Chesapeake Beach MD 20732 Attn Golf Tournament. Open to the Public. Questions may be directed to Ross Crampton at (240)367-6185 or Al Landis (443)968-5518.. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13– AMERICAN LEGION STALLINGS-WILLIAMS POST 206 ANNUAL GOLF www.MD-Post206.or

Taste the Beaches supports Project Echo, a homeless shelter in Calvert County. Taste the Beaches is a day fair with a community block party vibe, showcasing local foods, beer/wine, nonfood vendors, large Kids Zone & music entertainment! 2,000 guests each year! Enjoy the day with family and friends in Chesapeake Beach on September 14th at noon for Taste the Beaches.  Music Entertainment by John Luskey, Kenny Holmes and other local musicians. Variety of local food vendors offering main courses, concessions and desserts. Kids menu items available. Local beer, wine and sangria vendors. Food artist will be sculpting a large mermaid out of COOKIES during the event. Kids Zone featuring The Chesapeake Mermaid and The Phillips Wharf Fishmobile (Mobile Aquarium). Play area to include inflatable slides, face painters and balloon artist. Large selection of non-food vendors to include local venues and attractions from Chesapeake Beach and North Beach. Raffle Prizes! All proceeds benefit Project Echo, Calvert County's homeless shelter. 

The Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will be having an “OUTSIDE YARD SALE” on Saturday, September 14, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the firehouse located at 21660 Colton Point Road.  Table rental will be $10.00 per table and additional tables for $7.00 each.  For more information call, 301-769-2016 or 301-769-4042.   Please come and bring your family and friends to enjoy a yard sale in our community.  Thank you for your support.

Sip the Beer / Save the Land! Come out for the American Chestnut Land Trust’s Sip & Save event on Saturday, September 14th from 1 to 5 p.m.! Featuring the music of southern Maryland native Dylan Galvin! Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and sample a wide variety of beers from local and regional breweries as well as a selection of local gourmet food. Play a round or two of corn hole or yard pong! Sip & Save will be held at ACLT’s North Side Trailhead, 676 Double Oak Road in Prince Frederick. All proceeds support ACLT’s work to protect and care for the land and waterways. Beer-tasting Tickets available online $20; at door $25. For more info or to purchase tickets visit www.acltweb.org

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14- COUNTRY DANCE. For a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion Post 206. If you can't dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons commence at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.. The modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public warmly welcomed. Reservations: LBloyer@verizon.net. For information call (410)257-9878. www.MD-Post206.org

TRYLAX Clinic! In partnership with US Lacrosse and St. Mary's Girls Lacrosse League (SMGLL), SMYLC will host a TryLax Clinic! This is an exciting opportunity for new players youth ages 6 - 14 to try lacrosse!!! Invite your friends, increase your carpool members, share the game of lacrosse! Mark your calendars for ?Sunday, September 15th 3:30 - 5pm at Leonard Hall practice fields. New Participants will receive a lacrosse stick, t-shirt, ball, AND US Lacrosse membership all for $35!! The rain date for the TryLax Clinic will be ?on Monday, September 16th, from 5:30-7 in conjunction with our first Fall Skills Clinic.

The Mechanicsville, 7th District, & St Maries Optimist Clubs will have SeptemberFest with the Alex Meixner Band, Bringing Polka to the 21st Century on September 15th from 2-5 pm at the VFW Post 2632 Pavilion on Three Notch Road in California. Adults $20.00/Children 6-12 $5.00. Under 6 Free. Food and Beverages available. Contact Dale 240-298 7704/Colleen 240-298-7706 for tickets. Preview at AlexMeixner.com or Youtube Alex Meixner.

The Calvert County Antiques Arts Association will host the Appraisal Roadshow 11 AM-2 PM on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 3485 Chaneyville Road in Owings. The cost is $10 per appraisal item (limit of four items). Items may include jewelry, silver, porcelain, china, artwork, coins, statues, sculptures, historical memorabilia. For information call Rita at 410-610-4798. 

The Port Tobacco Players present 'The Crucible'. This production runs for 3 weekends September 20th - October 6th. Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm | Sundays at 3pm.  $18 - Adults | $15 - Seniors/Students/Military. For more information visit http://www.ptplayers.com

Upcoming Tri-County Cruisers Rod & Custom Car Club’s 20th Annual Rod & Custom Car Show “Under the Lights” to benefit Local Hospices, Children’s Cancer Research & Community Organizations will take place on Friday September 20th from 4 to 9:30 pm.  (Rain date: September 27th, 2019,  Rods, Customs, Antiques, Muscle Cars, Rat Rods & Bikes – open to all years, are all welcome.  Trailered vehicles are also welcome. Location:  Baden Volunteer Fire Dept., Station 36.  Show on the ballfield, under the lights (evening show), 16608 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, MD  20613. Adults $5 and Children under 12 free.  Food and music will be provided.  Dash Plaques for 1st 200…Over 50 Trophies will be awarded.  Registration at the gate $20. Vendor and Swap meet space available for $35. Bring your lawn chairs!  Call Paul Harris at 301-751-5705, Roger Hamilton 301-466-7118 or Tony Hall at 301-399-6597 if additional information is needed.  Visit https://www.tricountycruisers.com click on “Upcoming Shows” for flyer details. 

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 20 –TEX-MEX with all the trimmings. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings-Williams Post 206 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. this is a meal you won’t soon forget. Come to the lower level dining room. Cost is $12 including sides and beverage. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to (410)257-9878. Public warmly invited. www.MD-post206.org

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 20 – KARAOKE AT THE LEGION. Join us for a good time from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. at the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 in the Lower Level Lounge. No cover charges. The Post is located at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome. Questions may be directed to 410-257-9878 http://www.ALPost206.Org

For two months in 1865, Dr. Samuel A. Mudd and seven others sat through a military trial over their involvement in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. What was it like to sit in that court room day after day? How did the press report on the trial of the century? This presentation will cover the trial with special attention on the doctor who set the assassin's leg. Join historian, Dave Taylor, as he delves into the intricate details of Dr. Mudd in the trial of the conspirators. The presentation will be September 21, 2019. All of our talks are free to the public and begin at 1 pm in the Exhibit Building. Seating is limited, so please come early! The Mudd House Museum is open from 11 am to 4 pm for guided tours. The last tour begins at 3:30 pm. Tours of the House are $7 for adults, $2 for children aged 6-11, and children 5 and under are free.

On September 21st from noon until 4 pm, the Lexington Park Library on FDR Blvd in Lexington park will have a free comic con event where there will be trivia, crafts for the kiddos, a chance to meet local artists and tons of chances to win prizes. Come dressed in your best comic book inspired costume and participate in our cosplay contest! Jason Fry, the author of the Last Jedi novelization will be there, and Lev Grossmen the author of "The Magicians" trilogy which inspired the Syfy channel show of the same name, will be giving an exclusive Skype interview. 

Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22 – Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Visit Maryland's historic lighthouses at some of the most beautiful spots in the state and see Concord Point, Seven Foot Knoll, Lightship Chesapeake, Hooper Strait, Choptank River Replica, Drum Point, Cove Point, Piney Point, Point Lookout, and Fort Washington lighthouses. Challengers receive a complimentary souvenir at each location. Visit all ten lighthouses and proclaim "I've seen the lights!" to receive a special souvenir. More information available at cheslights.org.

Join the Alzheimer’s Association “Walk to End Alzheimer’s”, on Saturday, September 21st at the La Plata Town Hall or Saturday, September 28th at Asbury Solomons. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. You can help, right here in your community, in the fight for Alzheimer’s first survivor. Register as a team captain, team member or individual. Start fundraising and raise awareness. Register today at ALZ.org/walk Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.

Join the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department at 3170 W. Ward Road for their Cash Bash on Saturday September 21st from 1-6pm. This is an All day event, giving away cash prizes every 3 minutes. You have an opportunity to win from $150.00 to $10,000.00. There will be drawings for other great prizes, raffles and a cornhole tournament. Each ticket costs $100.00 and allows the buyer and one guest to enjoy food, beer, and soda throughout the event. You can win more than once. For more information contact Donald Gibson at 443-404-9814 or go on the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department website.

EMS Station 3, Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department on St. Ignatius Drive in Waldorf will have their The Fall Craft and Vendor Fair from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 21st. This event is a station fundraiser.  For more information, please visit https://www.waldorfvfd.com/

The Ultimate Riddle Race is a major fundraiser organized by Team Calvert Crohn’s to raise awareness and funding for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation on Saturday, September 21st, but teams MUST REGISTER ahead of time. Check-in begins at 1:30 pm - Huntingtown Elementary School The race/scavenger hunt will take place at 3 pm in multiple locations throughout Calvert County. For more information visit https://www.calvertcrohns.org/riddle-race/. During The Ultimate Riddle Race teams will compete to solve puzzles, search for clues, complete activities, and arrive at the finish line before time runs out. One vehicle per team will be used to visit locations throughout the county as participants find scavenger hunt items to gain points. At the end of the race, participants celebrate at Rod ‘n’ Reel Restaurant in Chesapeake Beach, MD with a celebration including food, adult beverages, music, awards, and prizes.

The Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squd and Fire Department will have their Fall Vendor/Craft Fair on Saturday September 21st from 9 am - 4 pm. Please come out and support your local volunteers, vendors and crafters. We are looking for vendors and crafters. For more info or table space please call or text 443-532-6951

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 21 -ACOUSTIC MUSIC – For your listening pleasure, join us in the Lower Level Lounge to hear music from Ross Crampton from 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. with the compliments of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome. For more information, call 410-257-9878. http://www.MD-Post206.org

A new state law goes into effect on October 1 which raises the minimum age to purchase and use tobacco and electronic vapor products from 18 to 21 years of age. An open town hall meeting will be held to provide more information on Thursday, September 26th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. For more information, visit healthystmarys.com or search healthystmarys on Facebook!

Join the Alzheimer’s Association “Walk to End Alzheimer’s”, on Saturday, September 28th at Asbury Solomons. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. You can help, right here in your community, in the fight for Alzheimer’s first survivor. Register as a team captain, team member or individual. Start fundraising and raise awareness. Register today at ALZ.org/walk Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.

The Maryland Veterans Museum will have a Car and Bike Event on Saturday September 28th from 8 am until 4 pm. The museum is located on Rt. 301 in Newburg. There will be live music, food vendors, trophies and more. Bring the family and tour the museum which includes indoor/outdoor and static/activwe exhibits. Rain Date October 5th.

The Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums presents a fun new event:” Retro Fest on the Potomac, on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park. Retro Fest on the Potomac represents all things vintage. Admire classic cars, browse for vintage treasures and step back in time to the nostalgic tunes of yesteryear. From the 40s to the 70s, whatever your, decade the public is invited to get their “Rockabilly” on and support the mission of Piney Point Lighthouse and Historic Park. This great new event will feature lots of fun, including: live Rockabilly Music performed by the local band “Country Memories;” vintage vendors selling nostalgic items from the 40s to the 70s; a special travel exhibit from the National Capital Radio and Television Museum in Bowie, MD; live demonstration by the “301 Derby Dames” flat track roller derby league from La Plata, MD; Hot Rod & Classic Cars on display from the St. Mary’s Rod & Classic Car Club with a People’s Choice Award; food trucks & beer wagon (no outside food or drink will be allowed into the event); and much more. A limited number of tickets are on sale now. Tickets cost $5 per person and include event admission as well as access to all museum sites and exhibits at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite or by calling Piney Point Lighthouse Museum at 301-994-1471.

Edna Lockwood, the last historic sailing bugeye in the world, will be visiting Historic St. Mary’s City on September 28th as part of a National Park Service-funded heritage tour around the Chesapeake Bay. Owned and operated by the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, Edna Lockwood recently underwent a two-year restoration of her nine-log hull. She was re-launched into the Miles River in St. Michaels, Md., in fall of 2018. This summer and fall, Edna is traveling to ports around the Bay, bringing free experiential programming and interpretation of traditional Chesapeake Bay boatbuilding techniques and the oystering industry past and present. For additional details on Edna’s visit, call Historic St. Mary’s City at 240-895-4990 or email Info@DigsHistory.org. To learn more about Edna Lockwood and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, including a full list of stops on Edna’s heritage tour, visit cbmmshipyard.org/ednalockwood.

Please join the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum for the 3rd annual Wheels and Wings Car Show at the Museum on Sunday September 29th from Noon until 5 pm! Enjoy reduced price admissions to the car show and museum. Come out to enjoy the finest in Naval Aviation and automobile engineering! Considering registering your car? Check out the Events page at http://www.paxmuseum.com/events.php

The Southern Maryland Boot Scooters and the 12U Southern Maryland Senators Baseball team are hosting a Designer Purse Bingo to benefit the Walk to End Alzheimer's and the Senators baseball team on Sunday September 29th with doors opening at noon at the Mechnicsville Volunteer Fire Department. Come join us for an afternoon of bingo fun filled with chances to win designer purses, raffles, door prizes and more! Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information email SoMdBootScooters@gmail.com.

The Calvert Circuit Court will hold a free civil law assistance clinic on the first Thursday of every month, beginning August 1, 2019.  The clinic will be offered on a first come, first served basis from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m..  Sign-up begins at 8:30 in the Family Services Office on the first floor of the circuit courthouse, 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD.  The clinic will provide the opportunity to consult with a local civil law attorney free of charge regarding the following civil issues only:  contracts, expungements, shielding, landlord/tenant, employment, home improvement and judgments.  The attorney can answer questions about the legal process for civil law cases, assist in the completion of relevant forms and offer limited legal advice.  Further information is available at 410-535-1600, Ext. 2516 or 2524.

The Newtowne Players will present Patrick Hamilton’s classic thriller “AAngel Street (Gaslight)” from Friday, September 27 through Sunday, October 13. Performances will be Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3:30 p.m. All performances will be at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, Maryland 20653. Tickets, available at www.newtowneplayers.org

New Direction Community Theater will present “The Murder Room” on Friday and Saturday, October 4-5 and 11-12. All performances will be at the Long Beach Community Center, 5845 Calvert Boulevard, St. Leonard, MD 20685. Curtain time for all performances is 7 p.m., and tickets, priced at $15, are available at www.ndctheater.org

The Port Tobacco Players present 'The Crucible'. This production runs for 3 weekends September 20th - October 6th. Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm | Sundays at 3pm.  $18 - Adults | $15 - Seniors/Students/Military. For more information visit http://www.ptplayers.com

Join the 7th District Optimist for the Blessing of the Fleet on the grounds of St. Clements Island Museum on October 5th and 6th with gates opening at Noon. The Blessing Of The Fleet commemorates the time-honored tradition of blessing the Southern Maryland watermen's fleet of boats. This celebratory family event live entertainment, free boat excursions, local food, children’s activities, fireworks and more.

The Annual Health and Safety Block Party sponsored by the Charles County State's Attorney's Office will be held on Saturday, October 5th at Benjamin Stoddert Middle School in Waldorf. This Health and Safety Block Party was created to give community members access to different health and safety resources, all in one place. This includes: flu shots, car seat checks, bike rodeo, health and benefits enrollment, sex offender awareness classes, etc. Last year, despite unideal weather conditions, the flu clinic gave out approximately 200 flu shots and Maryland State Police replaced approximately 19 car seats that were not safe. Furthermore, the book bags and bike helmets given to the kids were another big hit! For more information visit http://ccsao.us/community-events-calendar/

The Newtowne Players will present Patrick Hamilton’s classic thriller “AAngel Street (Gaslight)” from Friday, September 27 through Sunday, October 13. Performances will be Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3:30 p.m. All performances will be at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, Maryland 20653. Tickets, available at www.newtowneplayers.org

New Direction Community Theater will present “The Murder Room” on Friday and Saturday, October 4-5 and 11-12. All performances will be at the Long Beach Community Center, 5845 Calvert Boulevard, St. Leonard, MD 20685. Curtain time for all performances is 7 p.m., and tickets, priced at $15, are available at www.ndctheater.org

Patuxent River Appreciation Day (PRAD), one of Southern Maryland’s longest running festivals, celebrates its 42nd year on October 12, 2019 at the Calvert Marine Museum. All members of the family can enjoy the fun from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Museum admission is FREE. Although PRAD will now take place on one day, rather than two, there is still a need for just as many local vendors as in past years. Booth spaces in the event’s Art and Craft Show are currently available for $50 for a 15’ x 15’ spot.  Those interested in applying for booth space, can visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com for the full application and additional information.  All applications must be received no later than September 20, 2019 for consideration. First time applicants must also submit three digital images of current work.  Returning vendors with current work on file with the PRAD Committee need not resubmit these images.  Applicants are evaluated by the PRAD Committee and booth spaces are assigned on a first come, first served basis.  Priority will be given to returning exhibitors.  In addition to original artwork and crafts, some resale and flea market items will be allowed upon approval from the PRAD Committee. For questions regarding PRAD, please call CMM Group and Visitor Services Coordinator Melissa McCormick at 410-326-2042, ext. 41 or email at Melissa.McCormick@calvertcountymd.gov.  Any e-mail correspondence must have PRAD in the subject line.

The 2nd Annual Kickball Game between the Patuxent Moose vs St. Mary's County Sheriff's Department will take place at Tippets' Ball Field in Hollywood at noon on Sunday October 13th. The proceeds will benefit 'On Our Own' St. Mary's County. Don't miss a day of fun with food, raffle pulls and more following the game.

Join SOMD Pinups for Paws on Sunday October 13th from 10 am to 2 pm at the Charles County Fairgrounds for the Calendar Release Party and Car Show. This is a family and pet friendly event.  (Please no retractable leashes) Animal rescues will be out with adoptable's, Vendors of all kinds, DJ spinning retro tunes, and cars show. Top 20 trophy's and specialty awards. Come on out for a day of fun and support your local animal rescue groups. 

The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament to support Helpful Hooves will take place at Brenton Bay Golf Course on Thursday October 3rd. Check in at 8 am and shotgun start at 9 am. Space for a single entry is just $150, space for a foursome is $500 and event sponsor space is also available. For more information call Nick Shriver at 240-925-3070 or nwshriver@msn.com. 

The Solomons Volunter Rescue Squad & Fire Deptment is having their 6th annual Golf Tournament on Friday October 18th with sign in at 7 am. First hole in one on the 16th hole could win a car. Other prizes for hole in one, closet to the pin, etc. Come out for lots of fun, food and prizes. If you would like to be a "Hole Sponsor" and or get a team register you can go to our website at SVRSFD.org and register or call 443-532-6951. 

Join Bay Community Support Services for their Annual Golf Tournament at the Oak Creek Golf Club in Upper Marlboro on Friday, October 18! Registration is still open!  Enjoy Contests, Giveaways, Cash Prizes, and a chance to win $10,000! 100% of proceeds benefit people with disabilities. Visit baycss.org/golf for more information.

Join Bay Community Support Services for a Sip & Swing: Wine Tasting & Golf Clinic on Friday, October 18th at the Oak Creek Golf Club in Upper Marlboro from 11:30– 2pm. Participants will enjoy a one-hour golf lesson with a pro, followed by a wine tasting and food pairing in the clubhouse. 100% of the proceeds from the event support people with disabilities live purposeful lives in your community. For more information please visit www.baycss.org/golf

The 24th Annual Scott Verbic Memorial Golf Tournament to be held Friday, Oct. 18th at the Wicomico Shores Golf Course. This event is held in remembrance of Scott Verbic who was a Recreation Advisory Board Member, Volunteer Coach, and advocate for youth in the community. Proceeds from the event support the youth scholarship program providing the children of St. Mary’s County to attend summer camp, sports and other leisure programs throughout the year at a discounted rate. The event has generated over $156,007 in the 24-year history. Space remains for team entry; registration fee is $340 and includes greens/carts fee for four golfers, breakfast, lunch, drinks on the course, and door prize entry. The event includes a best ball format with opportunities to participate in various raffles, closest to the pin, longest drive and other contests.  The Department is seeking community support from businesses for door prize sponsorships which can include gift certificates, item donations and more. All donations are welcome and appreciated. For additional information about the Scott Verbic Tournament, please contact Darrick Sesker at 301-475-4200 ext. 71803 or darrick.sesker@stmarysmd.com.

There will be a 50th year reunion for graduates of Leonard Hall Junior naval academy class of 1969 on Saturday, October 19. For more information contact Ray Spradling Sprad1@verizon.net

A benefit fundraiser for the Anne Arundel Medical Breast Center will be held at 22094 Newtowne Neck Road in Compton from 1 - 11pm on Saturday October 19th. Great musical acts will perform including Frankie Justin, Wesley Spangler and Average Joe's. There will be raffles, 50/50, Corn Hole Tourney, games and more. Adults are $15, kids $8 and children under 6 are free. 

The Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will be having a bus trip to a Casino on Sunday, October 20th on a first come/first served basis. The cost will be $45.00 per person, with payment in advance. Price includes: Water, Snacks, $15 in Free Slot Play and $7 Buffet Credit. We will depart from the Seventh District Fire House at 8:00 a.m. with a stop at 8:30 a.m. in Charlotte Hall. For a reservation or more information, please call 301-769-2016, 301-769-4042 or 301-769-2654. If there is no answer, please leave a message and your call will be returned ASAP. Come and enjoy a fun-filled day at a Casino with friends and support a fundraiser for the Auxiliary.

Join the 2nd District Firehouse & Rescue Squad on Drayden Road in Valley Lee on the 2nd of November for their Fall Craft & Vendor Fair at the  2nd District (Valley Lee) Volunteer Fire Dept. and Rescue Squad; Time: 9:00am-2:00pm; Cost:  $25.00 Per Space, (Various Crafters and Vendors, and more!) STUFFED HAM SANDWICHES, PULLED PORK, CHILI AND OTHER GREAT FOOD FOR SALE!  50/50 Raffle, Reserve a space for $25.00 / For more information:  Call Darlene at 240-434-1095 after 4:00p.m.