SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, March 25th, 2026 |9:00 am - 1:30 pm 4^th Annual SPARK! Student Career Awareness Fair at the USMSM SMART Building. More details soon.

LOOKING FOR OFFICE SPACE? WE HAVE OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE!  Contact Michelle Reloba for more information: michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org

Leap Forward, a 501(c)(3) organization that serves underrepresented youth, needs a coach for one of their STEM competition teams. They are forming an after-school program at Patuxent High in Lusby, MD. Please contact Rhonda Thomas at leapforwardinc@yahoo.com for more information.

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

The Community Hub website lists events and opportunities of interest to the public.

· February 19, 2026, | 7:30-9:00 pm -The Benjamin Bradlee Lecture Series, featuring Rachel Swarns at the Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center, Concert Hall

NEWS: The Southern Maryland community stepped up in a major way to support the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation, raising a college record of $321,400 for college programs and scholarships.

January 16, 2026 St. Mary’s County Science and Engineering Fair (SMCSEF) at the USMSM SMART Building and is open to St. Mary’s County residents. It is the perfect venue for students to share their talents in experimental methodologies, engineering design and testing, and other scientific projects.

Please check the website for ways to partner with SMCSEF, including sponsoring awards and scholarships, advertising opportunities, and volunteering as board members, judges, and project mentors. Your support has an impact! Contact Mark Ragland, SMCSEF President, at smcsefpresident@protonmail.com for additional information. Please send advertisement artwork and sponsorship questions to Samantha Nelson at smnelson@smcps.org

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.

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.

Please help us spread the word about our Lexington Park Business Association Survey! We appreciate your feedback!

ALL Businesses and Organizations located in Lexington Park, Maryland 20653. Including Home-Based, Part-time, Online/Web-Based, etc.

January, 13, 2026 3:00pm EST or 12:00pm PST Webinar: International Trade Administration Resources to Support Uncrewed Systems Exports

The ITA has a powerful suite of resources which empower U.S. uncrewed systems companies to compete and thrive in today’s global markets. In this webinar, leaders from ITA’s Industry & Analysis, U.S. Commercial Service, and Advocacy Center will outline the policy landscape shaping UxS competitiveness and walk participants through the full lifecycle of export support- from identifying overseas partners to securing foreign government contracts. Attendees will gain actionable insight into navigating supply chain and manufacturing resiliency, leveraging U.S. Commercial Service field offices, and understanding the role of U.S. Government Advocacy in pursuing international opportunities.

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!

January 15, 2026 -Break Free from Burnout: Reclaim Your Energy and Impact
The Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland (HRASM) invites you to join leadership coach Stephanie Bidle for a 1‑hour virtual session to spot burnout early, protect your energy, and create habits that boost focus, fulfillment, and impact. Free for HRASM members and $10 for all others. 1 PDU for SHRM/HRCI certified professionals, and also be used for those requiring continuing education credits For more information and to register, please visit: Breaking Free from Burnout: Reclaim Your Energy and Impact | Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland.

A February Virtual TECH Test Prep by Constellation's 2026 HIRE360 scope and sequence. They have identified a clear need for a fleet-wide virtual TECH option that supports multiple sites, based upon M&T projections and demand across the entire fleet (visual below).

If you have questions, concerns, or considerations that they should be aware of, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Contact: Stefanie Barone, Local Government Affairs Manager, Mobile: (301-653-1415), Stefanie.Barone@constellation.com

February 4-5, 2026- University of Maryland Development, Test, Evaluation, Verification & Validation (DTEVV)workshop at the USMSM SMART Building.

Technology continues to evolve, including the prominent integration of intelligent/autonomous capabilities. Every emergent capability and system requires some form of assessment, but current test and evaluation practices are unable to keep pace with this evolution. The result is a slowdown in the adoption of these technologies.

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.

March 24, 2026| 10:00 am-1:00 pm- St. Mary's College of Maryland's Spring 2026 Career & Internship Fair - This event is a fantastic opportunity to hire interns, graduating seniors, and current students, as well as to inspire students exploring your industry by showcasing the incredible work you do. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: SMCM SPRING 2026 CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIR

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

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/

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. 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 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 — coming in February. Info here: https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Recreate/Camps/

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.

Thank you to all our TPP members for supporting our ongoing drive to help St Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen meet the needs of our community. We are grateful for your generosity.

This message from Kristine Millen is for you: https://paxpartnership.org/thank-you/

Please continue to drop off much-needed food supplies to St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen, 20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, MD 20634. Drop-off Monday-Saturday between 8:30 am and 1:00 pm 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.