NOTE! The AFCEA Webinar rescheduled due to Government Shutdown is now: Thursday, 12/4/2025 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM 

https://sabresystems.webex.com/sabresystems/j.php?MTID=m6c55caf435484eb17c4556f987a0c201 

Pax River Naval Museum (PRNAM) Join today:   https://www.paxmuseum.com/membership  

Event Calendar: https://www.paxmuseum.com/events-calendar  

Flight Simulators open Tuesday to Sunday 12-4 pm, and 10-4 pm on Saturdays.  

The museum seeks adults (18+) interested in supervising the simulators on weekends.  Email dan.dickey@paxmuseum.org for more information! 

Register for ‘Defend The Airport’ and advance Rail Cybersecurity Through Collaboration’  

February 10–11, 2026, at The Link in Columbia, Maryland, for a powerful two-day event focused on protecting one of our nation’s most critical transportation lifelines. Defend The Railroad 2026 is a mission-driven initiative led by TAC, uniting industry, government, and cybersecurity leaders to strengthen the security of our rail systems. This year, we’re proud to partner with Cylus, Amtrak, the Association of American Railroads (AAR), and the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) to build a collaborative defense against rising digital threats.  Together, we’re shaping the future of transportation security.  

Register now: https://thetac.tech/register-for-defend-the-railroad-cyber-security-collaborative/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--6Au-RonXTA_XVYO0LwzSThT7MQciNaZqF_lIFOIjzDX99IJkWkmGv9-hyrdxBvGypkmGgkEfHZrkzxB2EY669XvP_LkENYQUdoyxDVRlFIcWN-Ow&_hsmi=384446724&utm_content=384446724&utm_source=hs_email 

Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Southern Region, stay informed here: https://www.sbdchelp.com. Check out their NO-Cost online Training & Workshops! https://www.marylandsbdc.org/training  

July small business courses found here:   

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Information, news, and events:  

register:  https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html  

Tickets here: https://www.csmd.edu/student-services/arts/tickets/index.html 

The Nancy R. & Norman T. Dodge Performing Arts Center - Holiday Performances  

Historic Sotterley - Information & to register for events here:  

https://www.sotterley.org/events/  

Docents and Visitor Center Assistants Needed!  

Volunteer form: https://sotterley.org/?ff_landing=6  

 COSMIC Symphony will be joined by St. Maries Choral Arts this holiday season to bring you “Gloria.” Highlights include “Greensleeves,” “O Holy Night,” and of course, “Gloria.” Concerts are presented free of charge with no tickets required, and donations are greatly appreciated. 

 Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) - Events here: https://www.hsmcdigshistory.org/events/.  

Email: hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov; 301-994-4371 / 301-994-4372 

HSMC announced the launch of www.stmarysfort.com, a new digital experience designed to connect the public with one of the most important archaeological discoveries in Maryland’s history.   

Find Local Farmers Markets Near You! Southern Maryland Buy Local Guide Available Now- Your one-stop resource for local farmers and enjoy the best of SoMD. View the SoMD Farmers Market Guide HERE  

St. Mary’s County Library Newsletter sign up:   

https://www.stmalib.org/newsletter-sign-up/  

Lexington Park Library Holly Days Festivities! 

 Planning a Conference or meeting? St Mary’s County is a prime location. Partner with organizations to highlight local lodging options and 'things to do' for conference attendees. Check out the St. Mary’s County website:  Visit St. Mary's MD  

St. Mary’s County Activity, Recreation & Parks. Search: https://recreation.stmarysmd.com/webtrac/web/splash.html  

St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks is launching a new online registration platform! CivicPlus provides improved access to activities, classes, leagues, memberships, and facility reservations with seamless online registration and secure payment processing. Create a household account here: https://secure.rec1.com/MD/st-marys-county-md/catalog 

St. Mary’s County Museum Division - Please visit:    

https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/recreate/Museums/  

Free admission for the Military!  

NOTE! Clement’s Island Museum is closed for reconstruction.  

Announcing extended Fall Water Taxi Service to St. Clement’s Island & Winter Operations for All Locations. 

 Maryland Department of Agriculture and Maryland Market Money Offering Enhanced Benefits for Families and Farmers During Federal Shutdown 

Through this temporary measure, SNAP customers who experience declined or unavailable transactions at participating markets will receive $20 in Maryland Market Money tokens per household per market day to purchase SNAP eligible food directly from local farmers and producers. 

Link: https://news.maryland.gov/mda/press-release/2025/10/30/maryland-department-of-agriculture-and-maryland-market-money-offering-enhanced-benefits-for-families-and-farmers-during-federal-shutdown/?fbclid=IwY2xjawN17NFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABic 

Please consider dropping off much needed supplies to St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen, 20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, MD 20634. Drop-off Monday-Saturday between 8:30am and 1:00pm Rear door call: 301-863-5700. Community needs are at an all-time high! 

 § Chunky Soup §Hot Chocolate Packets § Ketchup Bottles § Olive Oil (large sizes preferred) § Vienna Sausages § Peanut Butter (creamy preferred] Instant Oatmeal Packets § Parmesan Cheese § Canned Tuna and chicken § Canola Oil (48 oz) § Chicken, Beef and Vegetable Broth § Chili seasoning packets § Canned soups § Crackers (Saltines, Ritz, etc...) § Graham Crackers § Juices - 64oz bottles or individual boxes § Mayonnaise (30oz) § Microwave Popcorn § Pepperoni § Shredded Cheddar/Mexican Cheese § String Cheese § Chili seasoning packets § Hamburger and tuna Helper § Cheese slices § Lunch meats. 

Or send a check if it’s easier to P. O. Box 144, Lexington Park, MD  20653-0144 – Thank you for caring. 

Can you imagine not having Christmas Dinner this year? 

For over 1,500 families in St. Mary’s County this is a reality. 

For a donation of only $40.00 the Zion United Methodist Church Lexington Park will supply a 10 pound turkey, 10 pounds of potatoes and canned goods for a Christmas dinner. Volunteers contact Shell Jackson on 240-281-5626 or email shell.jackson1962@gmaul.com 

Donate check to ZUMC (write ‘Food Fund”) to PO Box Lexington Park MD 20653 or https://zionumclexpk.org/giving 

Note: Formerly sponsored by Mike's Bikes