June 20, 2026

  • Juneteenth

    St. Mary’s Govt. Operations for Juneteenth

    St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Community members are encouraged to attend the annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration from noon to 6pm Saturday, June 20, at the county fairgrounds.

  • Junior Historian

    Free Admission for Dads at Lighthouse June 21

    On Father’s Day, June 21, 2026, Piney Point Lighthouse Museum will offer free museum admission for dads during normal operating hours 10am to 5pm.

  • River Concert Series

    River Concert Series Opens Friday

    A Southern Maryland tradition continues in 2026. The River Concert Series and the appearances of the Chesapeake Orchestra open Friday, June 19, in St. Mary’s City.

  • Juneteenth

    Freedom Day Set June 20 at Fairgrounds

    The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions Freedom Day will be held from noon to 6pm Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. Free admission.

  • Solstice

    Celebrate the Summer Solstice in Piney Point

    Celebrate the solstice season June 19, 2026, with extended evening hours and after-hours tours at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park.

Leader Exclusives

Higher Education

SMHEC Open House, March 26, 4-7 p.m.

Mar 17, 2015

Widen your horizons, meet reps of 90+ degree programs including BA completion degrees, over 50 Masters degrees, and PhDs as well.

Growth Uptick Around UAS Test Site

Mar 17, 2015

Wildewood Group sees neighboring signs of growth and new business drawn to St. Mary’s County Airport to be near the UMd UAS Test Site.

Affordable Care Act Wraps Successful Enrollment

Mar 15, 2015

A round-up of news and stats since enrollment opened Nov. 15: the Affordable Care Act is helping American families access quality, affordable coverage.