Lex Park Library Open for Limited Use May 6-12
The Lexington Park Library will install new shelving starting May 6. The project should be finished by May 13. During that time, the lobby will be open, and customers can pick up their holds to checkout. The main part of the library will be closed to the public.
Auction Set May 10 at Flat Iron Farm
Southern Maryland Auction Company at Flat Iron Farm is accepting consignments for the upcoming May 10 and 11 auction featuring heavy equipment, agriculture machinery, construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and more. Consignments accepted until May 7.
Hoyer Hosts Service Academies, College ROTC Showcase
Students from Maryland’s Fifth District interested in pursuing a career in the armed services learned about the nomination process to US service academies at an event hosted by Congressman Steny H. Hoyer.
Captain’s Message: Crab Season Opens … But …
The Blue Crab season opened April 1, but the crabs arrive in their own time, which should be soon now that NOAA is reporting surface water temperature in Chesapeake Bay is approaching 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
35 Teams Compete in SMECO Math Challenge
The 2024 Elementary Mathematics Challenge Competition, co-sponsored by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative, for fourth- and fifth-grade students, was held from school sites April 4.
NASA Wants to Fight Fire With … Drones
Two House lawmakers have introduced a bill that would help NASA improve its Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program so firefighters can more effectively use drones to improve aerial responses to wildfires.
First Friday in Leonardtown May 3
First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining evening, and invite visitors to join in the fun! Come to town May 3 for a fun day of shopping, dining, and exploring. Specials are offered throughout town at participating businesses.
May 4 Open House @ Drayden Schoolhouse
The St. Mary’s County Museum Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will offer free open houses at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden, one Saturday a month from 11am to 2pm. The next open house will be May 4.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Event Planned
St. Mary’s County citizens are invited to join in the celebration to honor this year’s Law Enforcement Officers of the Year and to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to the community.
Rotary’s Running of the Balls Fundraiser
The Running of the Balls returns to the Spring Fling Car Show on Sunday, April 28, in Leonardtown. The balls will be released at 2pm.
