GM Pool to Close for Maintenance, Then Reopen Sept. 27
The Great Mills swimming pool will be temporarily closed from September 18-26 for reassembly of the bubble enclosure and completion of bi-annual maintenance. The pool will re-open as an indoor pool September 27, 2025.
AI Task Force Established at CSM
The College of Southern Maryland has formed a cross-functional Artificial Intelligence Task Force to lead the strategic integration of AI in teaching, learning, and operations.
Pentagon Ramps Up Cybersecurity Efforts
The Pentagon is now rolling out acquisition training to get government and industry up to speed on implementation of the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification standards program that goes into effect in November.
SMCM to Host One Maryland One Book Talk
The One Maryland One Book program will feature author Carole Boston Weatherford and artist Jeffrey Boston Weatherford at a discussion about “Kin: Rooted in Hope” from 7 to 9pm October 8, 2025, at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
Check Out Thirsty Thursday @ AeroPark
Join St. Mary’s Liquid Assets, Lillard and Daughters Farms, and others for an open-air block party at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport from 4 to 7pm September 18. Thirsty Thursday at AeroPark is a celebration of community, local craft beverages, and summertime vibes.
Water Taxi to Island Operating Until Oct. 31
The St. Clement’s Island Museum will be closed until a new building is constructed. But the water taxi to the island will still run until October 31, 2025.
Hoyer on 9/11: ‘America Stood United on That Terrible Day’
“Today we remember not only the devastation of the 9/11 attacks, but also the brave first responders and passengers of United 93 and how Americans stood united on that terrible day,” Rep. Steny H. Hoyer said, commemorating the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks September 11, 2001.
New Regs for E-Bikes on State Park Trails Under Consideration
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is considering new regulations that will allow everyone to use pedal-assist electric bicycles on state bike trails.
They’re Setting a ‘Mousetrap’ at Three Notch
Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” will be performed at Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park from September 26 to October 12, 2025. Tickets are now on sale.
VA Cemeteries Across US Commemorate 9/11
To commemorate Patriot Day, 60 Veterans Affairs cemeteries will hold volunteer events, welcoming all who want to honor the fallen from the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks by helping restore and beautify the burial places of the nation’s veterans and loved ones.
