Empowering a change in our community
“Every generation leaves behind a legacy. What that legacy will be is determined by the people of that generation. What legacy do you want to leave behind?” – John Lewis Last week, millions participated in the 2020 Virtual March on Continue Reading
After police killed George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and too many other Black people, the ACLU of Maryland released a list of 140 Black Marylanders killed by police. That’s not even a complete list, and it’s mostly just people Continue Reading
This Virtual BDM program is geared toward teachers, educators, and counselors and facilitated by arts and humanities scholars, this interactive workshop will equip attendees with the skills to dismantle racial stereotypes and improve equity in educational settings. Join us on Continue Reading
Learn about resources for getting started, choosing an approach, & planning your curriculum. Hear from experienced homeschooling parents, & ask your burning questions during Q & A. Offered by St. Mary’s County Library. Please register with an email address to Continue Reading
Learn about opportunities for health insurance now. Free consumer assistance is available. Seedco Navigators are available to provide assistance over the telephone. Call the Seedco Hot Line at 855-339-3007, Monday through Friday, 9:00am -4:00 pm to speak with a Navigator. (Open Enrollment for 2021 coverage Continue Reading
The Annual Big Conversation forum is Sunday, September 13, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. We suggest that you go to the registration site http://bit.ly/BigConversation91320 Â and read over the additional information and helpful hints given there such as: technical requirements, available practice Continue Reading
August 2, 2020 Dear Congregation Leaders, As of August 2, 2020, Religious Leaders should consider the following suggestions in response to the ongoing COVID pandemic. The most significant change since last month is face masks are now required for all Continue Reading
Henrietta Lacks Day The Banneker-Douglass Museum and the State of Maryland pays homage to Mrs. Henrietta Lacks, an African American legend. She was born Loretta Pleasant on August 1, 1920 in Roanoke, Virginia. Mrs. Lacks was a poor tobacco farmer Continue Reading
Resource Drive-thru on August 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or while supplies last. Resources for children (including educational supplies, diapers, underwear, and more) and adults (including food, pet food, face masks, and more). All free, all distributed outdoors. Continue Reading
For Immediate Release July 8, 2020 Contact: Francesca Amodeo (Van Hollen) – 202-897-5876 Van Hollen, Cardin, Brown, Hoyer Secure Provision for Family of Slain ROTC Graduate Lt. Richard Collins in House and Senate NDAA WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Continue Reading