Here’s What is Happening This Week 7.13.2023.
TPP PROGRAM UPDATES
TPP is planning programs - Stay tuned!
The TPP Newsletter archived on our website here: https://paxpartnership.org/newsletter/
SoMD 2030 is funded by NAWCAD to build the STEM pipeline, increase career opportunities, and connect talented students with apprenticeships and internships in Southern MD, working with government, industry, and academia. Contact Jen Brown, SoMD 2030 Workforce Development & TPP Programs Director at jennifer.brown@paxpartnership.org for more information.
TPP HAS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE! Contact Michelle Reloba for more information at 301-866-4011 or michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org
TPP – TECH BRIDGE – NAWCAD COLLABORATIONS
Southern Maryland Tech Bridge – NAVALX https://www.secnav.navy.mil/agility/Pages/Archive/tb_southernmaryland.aspx
- Department of the Navy issued the pre-release of its 23.4 Open Topics BAA, which opens to receive proposals on July 13, and closes August 15, 2023.There will be two Ask me Anything sessions for Q&A on the open topic call. More information is available at: https://navysbir.com/open_topic.htm”
EDUCATION
Please visit our STEM-LINK website for all things related to STEM. Link: https://stem-link.org
AMP/Tech Jobs Rule - Dr. James A. Forest Career & Technology Center students interested in skilled work in manufacturing, business operations, and STEM fields are given paid apprenticeship opportunities with local industry and government. NOTE: Academic Year 2022 to 2023 TJR graduated 41 apprentices! AMP/TJR are seeking employers that want to offer students apprenticeships. Application Door closing soon - Youth Apprentice Industry Request form found here: https://paxpartnership.org/tech-jobs-rule/
College of Southern Maryland, (CSM) Information & news can be found here: https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html.
- (CSM) Registration for fall homeschool classes begins on July 12, with classes expanding to the college’s Leonardtown Campus as the educational alternative continues to grow in popularity throughout the region. Beginning this fall, parents can now connect with other families, share resources, and get the support they need to create an educational plan that works for their family in St. Mary’s County.. For more information on CSM’s Kids’ and Teen College and to explore the class schedule, visit https://csmd.augusoft.net//info/landing/Homeschool-Courses
Center for the Study of Democracy (CSD) at St. Mary’s College of Maryland Upcoming events here: https://www.smcm.edu/democracy/
- Wednesday, July 19 at The Inn at Leonardtown at 7 pm. The CSD is pleased to present Kenneth Lasson, emeritus professor of law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, to discuss "Free Exercise in the Free State: Maryland's Role in Religious Liberty and the First Amendment" Joint program with St. Mary’s County histprical Society. The event is free and open to the public. Registration: https://stmaryshistory.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=706426&ite… Contact : Kathy Grimes, kjgrimes@smcm.edu, 2408956432
- Tuesday, September 12 at 7:00 pm - The Judge William O. E. Sterling Constitution Day Lecture presented by Nina Totenberg, NPR’s Award-Winning Legal Affairs Correspondent Famous for Her Supreme Court coverage; Author of “Dinners with Ruth” (2022) at The Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center.
- Wednesday, October 25 at 7:00 pm -The Benjamin C. Bradlee Distinguished Lecture in Journalism presented by Dr. Jelani Cobb, Dean and Henry Luce Professor of Journalism at Columbia University, at The Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center.
MISI dreamport –Check out events and register here: https://misi.tech/events.php
GBC MISI Academy- Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Programs More here: https://thegbcacademy.org/
RESOURCES
Please note: Economic and Workforce Information Resources are located at: https://paxpartnership.org/community-resources/.
Interested in learning more about the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance (SMNA) Visit their website: https://navyalliance.org/
To find Federal Government Contracting Opportunities, SAM.gov, is the Official U.S. Government System for contract opportunities, contract data, wage determinations and more. The Maryland Department of Commerce has a directory of profiles for federal agencies with headquarters or major operations in Maryland.
The St. Mary’s Young Professionals are taking the summer off from coordinating and we will be back on Tuesday, September 12th @ Taphouse 1637. Please register HERE if you are interested in joining us for a great night of networking!
Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) is accepting applications for the Emerging Leaders (LEAP) Class of 2024. LEAP provides a series of six, monthly “experiences” from January through June via structured course curriculum focused on self-discovery, teamwork, and networking. Applicants are encouraged to attend one of three Information Sessions. Happy Hours listed below, to learn more about LEAP and engage with LSM members. Early decision deadline is July 14th.
https://www.leadershipsomd.org/programs/leap/. To nominate a game-changing, rising star in your life: https://www.leadershipsomd.org/programs/nominations/leap-nomination/LEAP Information Session Happy Hours
- Friday, July 28, 5:00-6:30pm - The Greene Turtle (tentative location)
- Advance registration is required. Please click HERE to register.
Keep up to date with the St Mary’s County newsletter here: https://www.yesstmarysmd.com/newsletter/
MD Dept of Commerce opportunities: Resources for MD. Businesses: New Global Exchange Program | Small Biz Funding (mailchi.mp)
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Tri-County Council (TCC) - Facebook: Tri-County Council's Southern Maryland Job Source TCC Business Engagement Specialist Team (B.E.S.T.) monthly Business News/Updates newsletter! Email BESTeam@tccsmd.org to request to subscribe.
JOB ZONE 2023 https://www.jobzoneonline.com/complete-schedule.aspx
COMMUNITY NEWS & ACTIVITIES
St. Mary's College of Maryland : St. Mary's College of Maryland: The National Public Honors College (smcm.edu)
- July 14, and 21 at 7pm - A Summer of Musical Magic as the River Concert Series Celebrates its 25th Anniversary! The Chesapeake Orchestra under the direction of music director, Jeffrey Silberschlag on the lawn at St. Mary's College of Maryland. Summer 2023! Our 25th Anniversary Season!! For more program information and sponsorship information see https://www.chesapeakeorchestra.org.
- Saturday, August 5th, 2023, 3 - 4:30pm Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at the Nancy R. And Norton T. Dodge Performance Arts Center/Auditorium. Ticketing is now available through the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra website.
St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce –Website: https://cca.smcchamber.com/EvtListingMainSearch.aspx?class=E
Historic Sotterley - Information & register for events here: https://www.sotterley.org/events. More Upcoming Events:
Historic St. Mary’s City, (HSMC)- See all events & to register https://www.hsmcdigshistory.org/events/
Patuxent River Naval Air Museum - For PRNAM news please visit: https://paxmuseum.com and subscribe to their newsletter. Membership sign up here: https://paxmuseum.com/membership-info/
- Saturday July 22 from noon to 2 pm! Come to our Family Day! We will have activities for the whole family to enjoy and cold treats to top off the day. This event is free with paid admission.
St. Clement’s Island Museum: Facebook.com/SCIMuseum/ for more. Phone: 301-769-2222. https://www.facebook.com/events/730336351971992
- Kids Can Join Local Artist for a Variety of Art Classes during Summer at St. Clement’s Island Museum For more information please call Christina Barbour at (301) 769-4723. For more information on this or other events, visit com/SCIMuseum.
- August 12, 2023: Beach Combing. More information: (301) 994-1471 or com/1836Ligh
- September 9, 2023: Hibernate, Migrate or Adapt. More information: (301) 769-2222 or FB link above.
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum (44720 Lighthouse Road in Piney Point)
- July 18 – 21, 2023- An outdoor science and exploration program, the “Little Explorers” session (ages 7 to 10) and will be offered from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and the “Growing Naturalists” session (ages 11 to 13) will offered be from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Parents are encouraged to book their child’s slot soon, as each program is limited to 15 participants to give each child the best hands-on experience possible. Call (301) 994-1471 or visit eventbrite.com
U.S. Colored Troops Interpretive Center:
- October 14, 2023: Ghost Leaf Skeleton Rubbings. More information: (301) 994-1471 or com/USCTCenter
July 31st, 5pm-8pm - Join the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) for an evening of entertainment hosted by Suttler Post Farm Clydesdales in Mechanicsville. Meet and shop with the makers and producers of Maryland's farm-raised meats and dairy products, fruits and veggies, flowers, local oysters, baked goods, jams and pickles, honey, farm-made soaps, and scents; discover creative local arts and crafts, and sip and savor artisanal beverages from Maryland’s wineries, distilleries, and breweries. Please visit www.buylocalchallenge.com to learn more and reserve your tickets! Tickets are $5, and 6 and under are free!
August 4 – August 6, 10am-8pm at Celebration of the 15-year anniversary of Leonardtown Wharf featuring the world's largest rubber duck. Interested in Volunteering? Opportunity to support the community and connect with the Town of Leonardtown leadership and businesses, not to mention a photo op with the Giant Duck as well! Those interested should provide name, email, phone #, and availability via email to Brandy Blackstone, Public Relations & Event Coordinator for the Commissioners of Leonardtown at brandy.blackstone@leonardtownmd.gov
Saturday, August 19th Solomons Dragon Boat Festival event/sponsorship or registration found here: Solomons Dragon Boat Festival | SMCR (somdcr.org) |
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