October 30^th-CSM, TPP & the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education(MBRT) “ Growing Your Workforce”

9:15 am Panel 1: Business & Education Partnerships for Career Connected Learning, organized by The Patuxent Partnership

Panelists: Stephanie Gleason, Executive Director, Strategic Education Office, NAWCAD; James Epp, Apprentice Coordinator, Aether Aerospace; Sandy Rooney, CTE Content Specialist, Work-Based Learning & Apprentice Maryland Program, Charles County Public Schools; and Lee Greely, Senior Business Development Manager, So. MD Maryland Department of Commerce.

November 18^th, 2026 | 8 am-4:30 pm TPP Harnessing Innovation: At the Cutting Edge for the Warfighter

DON’T MISS THIS TOMORROW! Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 1PM EST. Join for a collaborative event between the SOMD Tech Bridge and the Deputy Portfolio Acquisition Executive (Aviation) - Marine Corps Aviation (DPAE(A) MCA) This event will be a joint discussion between Major General David Walsh, DPAE(A) MCA, and Rick Tarr, Director of Technology Transfer, and SOMD Tech Bridge Director, NAWCAD. They will discuss DPAE(A) MCA’s portfolio and recent restructuring, and they will also dive into the technologies being developed within the portfolio to support the warfighter.

There will be no FAR acquisition information shared during this event, nor information on any project currently under contract. In-person attendance will be limited to 40 attendees, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Students can still apply for fall semester internships through HawkJobs.

St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM), The National Public Honors College. https://www.smcm.edu/ The general SMCM Events link.

The Community Hub website lists events and opportunities of interest to the public. Newsletter: The form to sign up for the SMCM general community outreach newsletter:

St. Mary’s College of Maryland Office of Career Development and Community Engagement (CDCE), invites you to our Fall 2026 Career & Internship Fair! This is a great opportunity to showcase your company culture and open positions by meeting face-to-face with talented students across majors. Join us November 3, 2026, 10 am - 2 pm to meet ambitious students eager to hear about volunteer, internship, and employment opportunities! Secure Your Spot and Register Here

Nathan Swick teaches engineering at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown. He has been selected to join the upcoming crew deployment to the Flashline Mars Arctic Station (FMARS) on Devon Island.

The mission is twofold: To prepare critical facilities for vital research in engineering, geology, and human factors to advance humanity's readiness for Mars, while actively bridging the gap between space analog research and classrooms through student communication initiatives.

A $10,000 sponsorship offers Targeted Brand Visibility, Direct Community Impact, Local PR & Media, and an Exclusive Corporate Representation debrief.

For further information, please contact Bonnie Green, Executive Director, TPP at bonnie.green@paxpartnership.org or 301-866-9705 | 410-271-5310

Tri County Council for Southern Maryland Now Hiring Blueprint Specialist Apply Today:

The University of Maryland A. James Clark School of Engineering’s MATRIX Lab is expanding its team! We are seeking researchers to join our UMD team in Southern Maryland in two areas.

TPP Pathways Scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend CSM and major in engineering and will be eligible to receive a full scholarship covering tuition, fees, and books for up to two years, provided they continue to meet the eligibility requirements and remain in good standing.

• Must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Southern Maryland (Calvert, Charles or St. Mary's Counties)

• Possess and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, with no grade lower than a B in designated courses such as Calculus II and Physics, and no grade below a C in other courses

• Agree to apply to the Southern Maryland Pathways Program in Engineering, majoring in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, A. James Clark School, taught locally at the USMSM, and enroll upon acceptance.

Dr. Charles Rea is a seasoned professional with 19 years of experience in Perception, Artificial Intelligence, and Intelligent Robotic Autonomous Systems. He currently serves as NAWCAD’s Division Head of the Autonomy & AI Applications Division, leading a team of 35 research scientists and engineers in developing next generation systems for the Navy, Air Force, and Department of War programs.

Register now for this unique chance for a small-group discussion with Dr. Rea, with opportunities for one-on-one questions and answers:

Session 3 Dr. Dale L. Moore, Ed.D, President, Southern Maryland Navy Alliance; Chair, Maryland Aerospace and Technology Commission
Learn how small businesses and innovators can move technologies from development to implementation and connect with opportunities across the defense ecosystem.

Flight Simulators open Tuesday to Sunday, 12-4 pm, and 10-4 pm on Saturdays. The museum is seeking adults (18+) to supervise the simulators on weekends. Email dan.dickey@paxmuseum.org for more information!

St. Mary’s Chamber of Commerce has a new home! The second floor of thePotomac Building in Leonardtown at the Governmental Center. Our address is: St. Mary's County Chamber of Commerce, 23115 Leonard Hall Drive, PO Box 653, Leonardtown, MD 20650

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

October 31 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fall Farm Festival at Sotterley
December 5: | 9:00 am, 10:30 am, or 1:00 pm Sotterley Garden Guild Wreath Workshop

Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) - Events

Here: https://www.hsmcdigshistory.org/events/

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

Angelika's Kitchen is now open Thursday to Sunday at Farthings Pub, with a carefully curated menu of seasonal, from-scratch dishes that celebrate the bounty of local growers in St. Mary's County: Thursday: 11 am – 3 pm | Friday–Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm

St. Mary’s County Library Newsletter sign-up: 

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

Check out their calendar for more great events!

Save the date! Saturday, November 7: Author Fair 2026, Leonardtown Library
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 The Friends of the St. Mary’s County Library (FOL) will hold its Fall used book sale at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. The event opens at 10 a.m. with special shopping privileges for members only until noon; it is open to the general public from noon to 5 pm. Member check-in begins at 9 am, and members can join or renew online in advance or at the door.

Visit St. Mary's MD (VSMMD) website is a great resource to plan your evenings and weekends. The website's calendar includes events across the county. VSMMD Is now accepting applications for 2027. The Marketing and Sponsorship Program supports event planners, entrepreneurs, promoters, and other tourism partners by providing financial and marketing resources. In FY26, VSMMD awarded 19 marketing and/or sponsorship opportunities to its partners. To learn more, click here.

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! St. Mary’s County Museums Announce Water Taxi Will End Service for Season on Oct. 13, Resume in March 2027