Here's What's Happening This Week 8.6.2025        

TPP Program & Updates

SAVE THE DATE: 3^rd Annual TPP Defense Summit, September 10th at SMART Bldg!

The TPP Newsletter is archived on our website 

here: https://paxpartnership.org/newsletter/.

TPP HAS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE! Contact Michelle Reloba for more information at 301-866-4088 or michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org

TPP – NAWCAD - NAVAIR  - TECH BRIDGE             

Tech Bridge–NAVAL X: https://navalx.nre.navy.mil/s/tech-bridges/southern-maryland-tech-bridge and https://techport.center/

 EDUCATION   

The Apprenticeship Maryland Program/Tech Jobs Rule (AMP/TJR) and the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center (FCTC) want local companies to participate in the Youth Apprenticeship Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Apprenticeships will begin between June and September 2025, and we don't want you to miss out!  Companies in St. Mary’s County that would like to participate should complete the 2025-2026 Youth Apprentice Industry Request Form here:  https://paxpartnership.org/tech-jobs-rule/ and submit it to kawhite@smcps.org. Please check out the AMP/TJR video here:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2FT6Mc1-00    

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Information, news, and events: register:  https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html

Registration is Ongoing for Community Education Courses.

Register here:  www.csmd.edu/CommunityEducation

NEWS: CSM’s Lakisha Ferebee, department chair and associate professor of cybersecurity, recently earned national recognition by placing eighth in the 2024 USC Cyber Challenge Learn-A-Thon Instructor Competition, hosted by Cisco Networking Academy. Among 248 participating instructors across the country, Ferebee stood out for her dedication to student engagement and excellence in cybersecurity education. The Learn-A-Thon is designed to immerse students and instructors in hands-on cybersecurity learning. Ferebee incorporated multiple learning modules into her curriculum, including Introduction to Cybersecurity, Networking Basics, Network Defense, and Cyber Threat Management. In total, 42 students participated across her combined classes.

Employment Opportunities

Thursday, September 4 | 10 am-1 pm St. Mary’s County Job Fair- Location: USMSM Smart Building / 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20619

Business Registration: https://tccsmd.news/StMarysJobFair_BusRegistSept4

Jobseeker Registration:  

https://tccsmd.news/StMarysJobFair_JobseekerRegSept4

SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS 

Combat Robotics-growingSTEMS offers three separate Combat Robotics opportunities. Between weekend summer camps, a 1lb weight class local competition, and a travel team consisting of 3lb, 12lb, and 30lb combat robots, growingSTEMS has a lot to offer!

Website link for information  and sign-up deadlines: https://growingstems.org/combat-robotics/

Termite Combat Robot Summer Camps next sessions: August 16-17th 2025

Videos:

• https://brettzone.nhrl.io/brettZone/fightReview.php?gameID=W-14&tournamentID=nhrl_sep24_12lb
• https://brettzone.nhrl.io/brettZone/fightReview.php?gameID=EX-3465e1b001df4c15&tournamentID=nhrl_dec24_30lb
• https://brettzone.nhrl.io/brettZone/fightReview.php?gameID=EX-8a9ab0c14cd841cc&tournamentID=nhrl_dec24_30lb

RESOURCES & EVENTS   

August 13th, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. ET - NAVAIR: Accelerating Targeted Aviation Objectives with Predictive Analytics/Webinar hosted by Systecon. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at how predictive analytics is reshaping aviation sustainment. We’ll share how Naval Aviation is leveraging Opus Suite’s AI-driven modeling and optimization tools to reduce lifecycle costs, enhance readiness, and align sustainment decisions with mission outcomes. Registration Link: https://systeconnorthamerica.typeform.com/SYNAPAXDemo25

Governor Moore Launches Resource Website for Maryland Workers Impacted by Recent Federal Actions

https://response.maryland.gov/federalpublicservants/

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

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

• Summer hours open  Tuesday - Friday until 6 pm. Regular weekend hours. Flight Simulators open Tuesday to Sunday 12-4 pm, and 10-4 pm on Saturdays.
• The museum is seeking adults (18+) interested in supervising the simulators during the weekends. Email dan.dickey@paxmuseum.org for more information!
• The PRNAM Association is seeking a commission-based Business Development Representative. Resumes may be sent to scott.gray@paxmuseum.org

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

July small business courses found here: 

https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events?reset=1

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

TEDCO Leading innovation to market- find funding/explore resources https://www.tedcomd.com/

Newsletter Link: https://www.tedcomd.com/subscribe-tedcos-newsletters 

Events calendar: https://www.tedcomd.com/events

FYSA: Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and spurring innovation in the defense industrial base. Executive Orders 

Read more here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/modernizing-defense-acquisitions-and-spurring-innovation-in-the-defense-industrial-base/

COMMUNITY NEWS & ACTIVITIES 

NEWS: Leonardtown Rotary announces the winners of our 2025 Community Grants. Each organization has received $5,000 for projects that benefit our county by providing innovative services.

The Newtowne Players: Renovation to accommodate those in wheelchairs or otherwise in need of mobility assistance.

HOPE (Helpers Overcoming Problems Effectively): To improve the Food Pantry by installing a limited kitchen area, including building additional shelving.

Saturday, August 9 | 9 am-2pm The Great American Yard Sale- Got stuff to get rid of? Reserve your booth at the Great American Yard Sale to take place  at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center. Booth fee is $20 for two parking spaces.  Park your car, pop the trunk, and sell your clutter! Information: https://lnkd.in/eyxVCwBX

Saturday, August 16, 2025 |9am - 1pm Charles County Health & Wellness Expo at College of Southern Maryland Velocity Center (4465 Indian Head Hwy, Indian Head, MD 20640) Admission is free (registration required)
Details & Registration: Click here  Questions? Contact Kathy Guzman at kathy@charlescountychamber.org

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

Events here: https://inside.smcm.edu/events?utm_source=www&utm_medium=link&utm_term=&utm_content=header-menu&utm_campaign=engagement

NEWS: SMCM has appointed Stephen L. McDaniel, CFRE, as the interim vice president for institutional advancement and executive director of the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Foundation and Eileen Petula as interim vice president for business and chief financial officer. “Eileen Petula and Stephen McDaniel bring a wealth of higher education knowledge and experience to these key leadership roles,” said Rhonda G. Phillips, Ph.D., FAICP, president of St. Mary’s College. “Stephen’s proven track record in development and outreach will provide continued strong leadership for institutional advancement, while Eileen can be counted on to maintain excellent fiscal and operational oversight of our business functions.” 

The SMCM Office of Community Outreach & Engagement would like the community's input on how to improve campus-community connections. We are asking all Southern Maryland residents to take this short survey to tell us about their perceptions of/experience with the College, and how they would like to see the College engage with the community.

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

• August 23, 2025 |10:00 am - 2:00 pm Annual Day of Unity and Healing. This descendant-led event centers on shared history, healing, and education. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 am and will include a bell-ringing ceremony to honor the lives and sacrifices of those who came before us. More information and an exact schedule are coming soon. This event is free and open to all. Registration is requested, but not required.
• August 31,2025 Sweet Summer Nights at Sotterley    

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

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

NEWS: HSMC announces 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 support 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/

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 of industry days and other meetings/conferences. Check out the St. Mary’s County website:  Visit St. Mary's MD

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

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

Free admission for the Military!

Waterfront Parks: See you at the Beach! Cool off at one of St. Mary's County's three Waterfront Parks: Elms Beach, Myrtle Point and Snow Hill. Entry is free on non-holiday weekdays, and $8 per vehicle for county residents on weekends and holidays. Plan to go multiple weekends? Waterfront Passes are available! For more info: webtrack@stmaryscountymd.gov or call 301-475-4200 x 1800