SOMD (Southern Maryland) Skateboard Association, is a volunteer group that supports the Tri county area skateboard scene. They have volunteers that support Nicolet, White Plains, and Dunkirk skatepark. They host free beginner lessons, skate jams, and are working towards getting renovations/improvements at all of the local skateparks. They are currently circulating an online petition to show support for renovations at Dunkirk Skatepark. To sign our petition online, please visit change.org/fixdunkirk

The Humane Society of Calvert County is working with their rescue partner Pets with Disabilities located in Prince Frederick to take in some of the 4,000 beagles that were rescued from testing in a lab in Virginia. Potential fosters can go to our website and fill out a foster application if interested in helping. https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org

The Farm Service Agency Offices of Southern Maryland would like to announce it’s time once again for the annual county committee elections and f-s-a is looking for candidates. if you or someone you know is interested in serving on the local F-S-A county committee, now is the time to submit your nomination. From June 15 through August 1, you can nominate yourself or a candidate of your choice for your local F-S-A county committee. Almost anyone of legal voting age participating or cooperating in F-S-A’s programs can be nominated. To learn more about F-S-A county committees and to download a nomination form go to f-s-a dot u-s-d-a dot g-o-v forward slash elections (fsa.usda.gov/elections) or call your local F-S-A office. note: voting takes place this fall.

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!

Sign up today for Fall Ball with Calvert County American Little League. No experience necessary, ages 4-16. We also offer Challengers, and adaptive program for children with mental or physical challenges, which is open to all Southern Maryland residents. Register at www.ccall.org

All Calvert County Residents! It's time for the 2022 Great Outdoor Activities Challenge from May 1st to June 18th. Calvert County Public Schools are organizing a FREE outdoor activities challenge for ALL COUNTY residents. Join us with your entire family or solo! Please spread the word and help us rediscover our beautiful County. Every outdoor activity will earn you POINTS and fun giveaways! Spending time outside is one of the easiest ways to improve your mental health and well-being, and connect more with people. It helps you exercise. You get vitamin D; it lessens anxiety; it’s social; it improves your sleep; it helps you feel better about yourself; it improves your focus; it gives you better immunity; it boosts your creativity; it helps you keep a healthy weight. Visit https://defiwell.net/calvert-county-outdoor-challenge/

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon through October. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

The St. Mary's County Museum Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will be offering free Open Houses for visitors and the community at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden. The open houses are the first Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dates of Open Houses include April 2, May 7, June 4, June 18, 19, & 20 (special hours for Juneteenth Weekend), July 2, Aug. 6, Sept. 3 and Oct. 1. The Drayden African American Schoolhouse is one of the nation's best-preserved one-room African American schoolhouses. Its story represents a significant part of St. Mary's County's African American history. For more information about the Drayden African American Schoolhouse Open Houses, programs, admission prices and more, visit the Drayden African American Schoolhouse Facebook page at Facebook.com/DraydenSchool or call 301-994-1471.

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

The Southern Maryland Compassion Center is a non-profit with a mission to serve the needs of the poor in southern Maryland. Volunteers run the daily operations and move the trailer every month between locations at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Bryans Road, First Lutheran Church in Huntington, and Grace Lutheran Church in La Plata.  This is the yearly fundraiser to offset the cost of moving the trailer, utilities, repairs and supplies.

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

Pax River Quilts Guild is open to everyone. If you become a member you can join in Quilto Game nights online and online sit and sews, and Guest Speakers. Currently meetings are online using Zoom , the 2nd  Monday of each month at 6:30pm. Following CDC Guidelines. Call Cindy for more info how to join 301-769-1151 or email prqgsomd@gmail.com for application to join.

The Maryland Veterans Museum in Newburg is open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm.  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.  We ask everyone to please wear a mask.  We have masks available if needed. 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.

Project Home is a program that provides housing to adults who need supervision and assistance with daily living because they are unable to live on their own. A Project Home Provider offers care in their own home for 1 to 4 residents. St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services (DSS) is seeking Project Home providers to support the program. 
Who (Project Home Provider): Someone 21 years or older with the ability to provide care in their home and a willingness to assist an adult with a disability. Must have income in order to meet their own household expenses without Project Home reimbursement funds. 
Who (residents): Adults 18 years or older who have a mental, developmental, or physical disability, or are elderly and are unable to live on their own.  For more information, please contact Lachele Love at 250-895-7077 or Meagan Ricker 240-895-7043

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.

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.

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/

Friends of the Port Republic One Room Schoolhouse will have an open house on Wednesday August 10th from 6 pm until 8 pm.  Bring a lawn chair and enjoy local, farm fresh ice cream while visiting the original, fully restored Port Republic One-Room Schoolhouse. You'll see where the Calvert County fourth grade students experience a day of history. There will be activities for the children, artifact display, and live music by the Calvert County Dance Band. The One Room Schoolhouse has accessibility for those who use a wheelchair or walker. For more information, please visit our website at calvertoneroomschool.org/ 3080 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, Md, 20676

Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary will have thier 11th Annual Everything Sale on Saturday August 13th from 6 am to noon at the Rescue Squad Building. Plants, Crafts, Baked Goods and more. Tables for rent just $15. Contact Arlene Fenwick at 301-247-0394 for more information. 

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

SMCR is excited to announce the 6th Annual Solomons Island Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday, August 13, 2022 on the Patuxent River along the Solomons Island Riverwalk. The Solomons Dragon Boat Festival is a fun filled event of friendly competition and team building while raising funds for much needed programs for SMCR, Inc. Race day is packed with teams of all sorts from Southern Maryland and beyond. A variety of entertainment, food trucks, artisan vendors and kid-friendly activities will round out the event. This free day of fun begins with the Dragon Boat Races on the Patuxent River and includes three areas in-keeping with ancient tradition: Team Village, Vendor Village & Dragon’s Nest Children’s area. Visit www.SolomonsDragonBoatFestival.com for details.

Come shop local at the “Fly-in” Farmer’s Market for fresh summertime goods on Sunday August 14th from 9 am - 1 pm. You don’t need an airplane to come, you can drive, walk, or bike also! There will be a bounty of unique, locally grown and produced items to make your summer cooking special. The market runs from 9am to 1pm and is indoors, so you can beat the summer heat while you shop. Sotterley is sponsoring this unique market at the Airport Terminal building located at 44200 Airport Road, California, Maryland. Located in St. Mary's County, the airport is about four miles northeast of the central business district of Leonardtown and is part of the growing AeroPark Innovation District. This Airport Famer’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 fly their plane into the airport from other parts of the region to buy goods and then fly home!
Pick up fresh and local goods like oysters, meats, honey, eggs, chocolate, baked goods, hard cider, bourbon, pickles, oils, vinegars, and spices to make your meals unique. Check out our vendor list on Sotterley’s website at www.sotterley.org. We hope to see you at the Market!

Families can enjoy a FREE day of kid-friendly fun on the beautiful waterside lawn of St. Clement's Island Museum. Families can enjoy lots of kids’ activities including games, crafts, outdoor fun and lots more throughout the day. It's Children’s Day at St. Clement’s Island Museum on Saturday August 20th from 11 am - 2 pm. 38370 Point Breeze Road, Colton’s Point, MD 20626. Phone: 301-769-2222. Web: Facebook.com/SCIMuseum. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/420677369629001

The Be a HERO Project will offer a Free Community Bully Awareness Workshop on Saturday, August 20th from 11 am to 1pm at 12084 Ell Lane Waldorf, MD. This program will help to empower and equip children and parents with the tools to handle difficult people and situations. Saturday, August 20th from 11am to 1pm. Contact Keith Elkins at 301-535-3617 or
elkinskarate@aol.com

The Baden Volunteer Fire House will have the Glenn Griffin Jr. Memorial Burn tournament with a Homerun Derby and Slow Pitch Softball Tournament on the Weekend of August 26^th. All the proceeds benefit the D.C Firefighter Burn Foundation. Call 240-299-1621 or 202-359-0013 for more information.

The Optimist Club of Mechanicsville will be having a golf tournament to support the Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Md with their Autism program. It all happens Friday August 26th with registration at 7 am. There will be a silent auction and door prizes. Come out and enjoy the day.

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

The 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad Auxiliary & fundraising committee will have a Virtual Bake & Goody Auction, August 27th & 28th, Delicious Homemade Desserts -  After all pictures of baked goods have been posted on the “SDVFDRS Auxiliary Facebook Page”, the virtual viewing and bidding will begin online Saturday, August 27th through Sunday, August 28th at 4:00 p.m.  **Go to: SDVFDRS Auxiliary Facebook Page to View and Bid** (Aux. Facebook url: https://www.facebook.com/pg/SDVFDRS-Auxiliary-260355781452833/posts/); ALL WINNERS pick-up their items on Sunday, August 28th,  between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.; At the 2nd District Volunteer Fire Dept. & Rescue Squad, (aka Company 6 / Valley Lee) 45245 Drayden Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692; Cash or check accepted (Make checks payable to 2nd Dist. VFD & RS Aux.), For more info contact: Robin at 240-577-0270

Calling all Choral Arts Singers in the Tri-county area.  St. Maries Choral Arts (SMCA) is actively seeking adult singers to join both St. Maries Musica and St. Maries Chorale choirs for the fall season starting August 29, 2022.  If you love to sing, there is a place for you at St. Maries Choral Arts (SMCA).  Visit our website at www.smchoralarts.org

On First Saturday of each Month, April - October visit the Drayden African American Schoolhouse. It is one of the nation's best-preserved one-room African American schoolhouses one Saturday of each month. Check out the restored schoolhouse and learn about its rich history and importance to education in St. Mary's County. Staff will be available at the school during this time to answer any questions and provide information. 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 outside open house hours can contact Piney Point to arrange a visit at 301-994-1471. FREE

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

The Country Lakes Homeowners Association will be hosting their Annual Fall Vendor and Craft Fair Fundraiser Saturday, September 10th from 9 a.m. -2 p.m. with a rain date of Saturday, September 17th if it becomes necessary. The event will be held at the Country Lakes Community Park located at 26845 Cox Drive, Mechanicsville, MD which is at the corner of Cox Drive and Asher Road. The event is open to the general public. Bring the family to come shop from a variety of local crafters and direct sales vendors. Vendor products and items from local businesses will also be raffled off at the event. Funds raised from vendor space rentals and raffle sales go toward improvements to the community park and playground. Local vendors and crafters who would like to participate in this year’s event should contact the Event Coordinator at VendorFair@clha.org . For more information visit us online at www.clha.org or visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/CLHOA/   

The 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad Auxiliary & fundraising committee will have a Sunday, Breakfast on September 11th – Dine-in / Carry-out; 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., HOME-MADE-HOME-STYLE, at 2nd District VFD & RS, 45245 DRAYDEN RD., VALLEY LEE, MD 20692, MENU:  Scrambled Eggs, Home Fried Potatoes, Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage Links, Ham, Bacon, Creamed Chipped Beef, Sausage Gravy, Spiced Applesauce, Grits & Biscuits, Adults - $12.00; Children 6 to 12 - $6.00; Children 5 & under are free, For more information call: 301-994-9999

Join the Aqua Squares Square Dance Club on Friday September 16th at the Southern Community center in Lusby from 7-8:30 pm and have a evening of fun learning to square dance. No partner needed, no experience necessary. Bring family & friends and learn modern western square dancing. For more info call Mary at 301-863-8054 or Rita at 410-610-4798

The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum will have its 6th annual Wheels & Wings Car Show on September 24, 2022. Registered cars can enjoy parking next to a selection of 27 Navy aircraft as well as museum access for the driver and a passenger. Trophies will be awarded for top-category cars. Interested parties can register now but same-day registration is available for $30 as well. General admission tickets are available to purchase on the day of the event. Guests can look forward to food trucks, activities, and vendors. The event will run from 10 am - 3:30 pm. Visit
https://paxmuseum.com/

On First Saturday of each Month, April - October visit the Drayden African American Schoolhouse. It is one of the nation's best-preserved one-room African American schoolhouses one Saturday of each month. Check out the restored schoolhouse and learn about its rich history and importance to education in St. Mary's County. Staff will be available at the school during this time to answer any questions and provide information. 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 outside open house hours can contact Piney Point to arrange a visit at 301-994-1471. FREE

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

Mattawoman Creek Art Center’s 3rd Annual Art In The Park 5-K Fun – Run will take place on Saturday October 8th from 8 am – 1 pm at Smallwood State Park on Sweden Point Road in Marbury. To sign up visit www.mattawomanart.org or email mattawomanart@aol.com. 

Join Amputee Blade Runners on Saturday October 8th at 141 Schooner Lane in Prince Frederick for a family friendly 5k run/walk to raise money for Amputee Blade Runners, a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Health insurance companies have deemed running prosthetics as "not medically necessary," leaving the cost solely on the runner and his/her family. Our goal is to raise the funds to give all amputees the opportunity to run and live healthy, active lifestyles. All levels are welcome. Dogs (on a leash) are welcome too! Tickets: Adults: $35 Seniors (65 and older): $25 Children (12 and under): $25. All tickets include a commemorative t-shirt and Mully's drink ticket. Food will be available for purchase (with a portion of the cost being donated to ABR). Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/bladerunner5k. (please include t-shirt sizes in remarks after submitting payment) Day of the Race- Registration starts at 730am. Interested in sponsoring or donating directly? Send an email to bladerunner5krace@gmail.com.

The Center for Life Enrichment will have their 29th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday October 14th at Wocomico Shores Golf Course. Tournament Team Information Time: Registration 7:45am. Each member of your team must check in at registration table to receive a golfing goodie bag. Shotgun start at 9am. Cost: $340 per team Non-refundable. Open to the first 120 pre-paid entrants! Includes: Green fees, Cart, Refreshments during play & Luncheon reception after tournament. Contests: Putting Contest, Straightest Drive, Longest Drive (men & women), Door Prizes and other events. Prizes: Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place teams based on flights. RSVP: at tcle.org or mail to The Center for Life Enrichment, Attn: Ora, P.O. Box 610, Hollywood, MD, 20636 Rain Date: October 17, 2022 Open to the First 120 Pre-Paid Entrants! All teams must be pre-paid! Whether your assistance is financial, in-kind and/or player participation, you can rest assured that your help makes it possible for individuals with disabilities to be involved in programs such as year-round sports training and competition, as well as pre-vocational/vocational training, transportation and community job placement. If you would like further information about the 29th Annual Golf Tournament, Special Olympics St. Mary’s County, or The Center for Life Enrichment, please contact Ora at TCLE at (301)373-8100, extension 18, sikorskior@tcle.org or PO Box 610, Hollywood, MD 20636.

There will be a denim and diamonds fundraising event for The Connection on October 15^th from 4-8pm at 9315 Howes Road in Dunkirk. It will be an evening of entertainment, dinner and dancing. Tickets are $75 and you can purchase them at www.theconctionsomd.org. and email for more information at smiller@theconnectionsomd.org. The Connection is a place that bridges the gap between high school and adulthood for individuals with mild to moderate intellectual developmental disabilities.  These individuals may not qualify to receive services from other organizations, but still need support, education and guidance to reach their life goals.

There will be Yard Sales sponsored by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 8 am until noon. The cost of reserving a table(s) is as follows: 1 table for $15 or 2 tables for $25. Please contact Diana after 5 pm at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table(s) in advance. 

Join the 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad (2ndDistrict VFD & RS) Auxiliary in Valley Lee on October 22nd, Saturday, Fall Craft / Vendor Fair at St. Mary’s County Fair Grounds Located at 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650; 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

The North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary is accepting applications for crafters and vendors for their 10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday November 19th from 9 am - 3pm. For additional information call or text Caty Mistichelli at 443-433-8550.