SAVE THE DATE! June 2, 2026 - TPP Annual Dinner at HSMC. Members’ Registration for tables & seats will open in a few weeks. Members’ sponsorship opportunities for TPP Annual Dinner are now open. Sign up soon! Please see levels of sponsorships here: https://paxpartnership.org/membership/sponsorship-opportunities/

New! TPP Intern Program- TPP has received a grant for a 10-week/400 hour for up to 18 interns. The Program covers the following:

Technology (quantum computing; information technology; cyber security; computer systems design; nanotechnology; software development; data analytics; artificial intelligence and machine learning).

Aerospace and Defense (navigation systems; drones; space technology; engineering; aerospace data & intelligence; aerospace manufacturing)

SAVE THE DATE! June 9, 2026- TPP/ANA Panel with Webster Outlying Field (WOLF) Details in a few weeks.

SOMD Tech Bridge at TechPort – https://techport.center connects naval technology needs to innovative solutions from industry, startups, academia, and more, with a focus on unmanned systems, autonomous tech, modeling/simulation, and training environments.

April 16th, 2026, Central Florida Tech Grove event: The Missing Link in Wildfire Modeling Starts Here- 3D Surface Fuels and Vegetation Modeling Tabletop Exchange federal program managers, operational stakeholders, and industry leaders, aimed at closing this critical gap. This exchange is an opportunity to help define the next generation of scalable surface fuels solutions before the challenge is launched. Register today to secure your seat at the table.

Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 1 pm EST. A collaborative hybrid event between NAWCAD’s SOMD Tech Bridge and PMA-265 will take a deep dive into the Super Hornet’s past, present, and future. An interactive and conversational between: Rick Tarr, Director of Technology Transfer and SOMD Tech Bridge

Captain Michael Burks, USN, Program Manager, PMA-265 (F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office) Captain Burks will reflect on three decades of Super Hornet milestones, exploring the platform’s current capabilities, in rapidly addressing fleet needs, and its future contributions to naval aviation.

April 22, 2026 - Central Florida Tech Grove (Hybrid Event)- Virtual Joint Environment for Tactical Training Systems (VJETTS) Exchange- The Path to True Multi‑Domain Readiness Starts Here. Virtual Joint Environment for Tactical Training Systems (VJETTS) Exchange- Register here to join the VJETTS kickoff and help shape the future of interoperable LVC training.

St. Mary’s County Library needs literacy volunteers to use the Story Champs curriculum to work with small groups of children on reading comprehension in an after-school program.

Your commitment would include one weekday per week, 3 – 5:30p.m. Grade levels will range from kindergarten to 8th grade. For questions or additional information, contact Amy Ford, Branch Manager of Lexington Park Library at 301-863-8188 or aford@stmalib.org.

Selected projects and candidates based on research interest. Students from any accredited university or community college are eligible and welcome to apply

2026 SMADC Summer Internship Program for Motivated College Students. The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) is a division of the TCC for Southern Maryland. This 11-week paid internship program is specifically tailored for college students pursuing degrees in agriculture, agricultural business, environmental science, and related fields.

Duration: 11 weeks (June 1, 2026 – August 14, 2026)
Compensation: $20/hour (Full-time, not to exceed 40 hours per week)
Location: SMADC Offices, 15045 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville, MD
Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant degree program and demonstrate a strong interest in sustainable agriculture and regional food systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Application Window: Till April 8, 2026
Virtual Interviews (via TEAMS): April 13 and April 20, 2026 (10:00 am – 2:00 pm) Notification of Acceptance: May 1, 2026
Interested applicants can learn more about the SMADC Summer Internship Program Here and apply by filling out the form Here.

(SMADC) Scholarships are typically awarded to individuals who live in Southern Maryland (five-county region: Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s, and St. Mary’s County) to assist in the costs of attending training, a workshop, or a program related to agriculture.

Applicants may apply anytime throughout the year, but requests will only be reviewed quarterly. The quarterly deadlines to submit applications for consideration are: January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Applications may be submitted now through April 15 via e-mail at ndtahq@ndtahq.com for our four academic scholarship programs for members and their children:

NDTA offers all scholarship winners a unique opportunity to join our Industry Connect Program (ICP). The ICP links interested students with an industry mentor to help them bridge to the future. More information found here.
To learn about scholarship qualification details and how to apply, go to www.ndtahq.com/foundation/, call us at 703-751-5011 or send us an email at ndtahq@ndtahq.com. Read student testimonials from previous scholarship recipients to learn about the impact it has had on their studies and their career paths.

Engineer Your Career This Summer/ Robotics STEM Summer Camp at USMSM June 22 to July 3, 2026 – Apply by April 30th, 2026

Invent The Future This Summer- Applied Artificial Intelligence Summer Camp @ USMSM - July 6th – August 7th 2026 – Apply by April 30th, 2026 Application QR code here: https://paxpartnership.org/invent-the-future-this-summer/

growingStems program information about camps and how to sign up! Combat Robotics – Termite - Ant Weight/Plastics – Honey Cracked

DON’T MISS TOMORROW! Thursday, April 2nd 2026 |11:30 am- 12:45 pm AFCEA announces "What Keeps You Up at Night? Part 14"a panel of Department of War Cyber Leaders representing the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Joint Aircraft Survivability Program Office on Crucial issues in Cyber Security are participating in this program. Join from the meeting link:

April 9^th, 2026 |2:00 -3:00 pm Dr. Peter Stone, Department of Computer Science, University of Texas at Austin, presents "From 'How to learn' to 'What to learn' in Multi-Agent Systems and Robotics” at the University of Maryland A.V. Williams Building (Room 2460), 8223 Paint Branch Dr, College Park, MD 20740

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!

Friday, April 10^th, 2026 The Society of Experimental Test Pilots will be holding their 41^st Annual East Coast Symposium at USMSM SMART

Greenwell Foundation is seeking Nature Volunteers to provide support for PreK to 1st grade environmental education field trips, guided hikes and kayaking programs, tabling at outreach events, and more! Learn more and apply here.

See dates and events here:

https://paxpartnership.org/2026-job-fairs-save-the-dates/

Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm Brian Ganz Piano Recital at the Concert Hall, Dodge Performing Arts Center. The program will feature some of Chopin's finest late works.

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

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

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

· Sat, May 2, 2026 |11:00 am - 05:00 pm Maryland Fest. Focusing on all things Maryland, Maryland Fest will have children’s activities and crafts, live music, beer, food, and wine vendors, a sports zone, and craft vendors.

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

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

Please see their customer survey results here: https://paxpartnership.org/st-marys-county-library-customer-satisfaction-survey-results/

Planning a Conference or meeting? St Mary’s County is a prime location with venues to fit small, medium and large events. Partner with organizations to highlight local lodging options and 'things to do' for conference attendees. Check out the Visit St. Mary’s website for planning resources: Visit St. Mary's MD. For the latest tourism and hospitality news, grant opportunities and event updates, join the Visit St. Mary's MD mailing list: 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

Summer Camps, Sports Camps and Sports Academies will be here before you know it! Stay tuned for The Scoop — R&P's official summer camp catalog guide here:

https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Recreate/Camps/ For text alerts: https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Recreate/RPText/

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.

The Drayden African American Schoolhouse Offers Free Public Open House. For more information about the Drayden African American Schoolhouse Open Houses, programs, admission prices, and more, visit the Drayden African American Schoolhouse Facebook.com/DraydenSchool or call (301) 994-1471