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CCPS Inclement Weather Schedules 2020-2021

2021-01-07 Leave a Comment

While students and staff are engaged in virtual, small group in-person, and/or hybrid instruction, CCPS will implement a different set of schedules than those used in prior years for inclement weather. CCPS will have no delayed openings due to inclement weather. The procedures outlined below are to be followed during an inclement weather event during […]

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Comptroller Extends Filing and Payment Deadlines

2021-01-07 Leave a Comment

Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that his agency has extended filing and payment deadlines for certain Maryland business taxes and quarterly estimated income tax returns and payments that would be due in January, February and March 2021 until April 15, 2021. The action is similar to an extension granted last year to businesses during the […]

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Lottery for Breezy Point Beach and Campground

2021-01-06 Leave a Comment

Important upcoming dates for 2021 camping at Breezy Point Beach & Campground The 2021 lottery for seasonal campsites will be held virtually on Friday, January 15. To be entered in this year’s lottery please contact the Breezy Point Office by phone at 410-535-0259 or email brzystaff@calvertcountymd.gov. Wednesday, February 17 reservations open for seasonal camping (May […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: beach, Breezy Point, campground, lottery, reservations

Grant Funding Available for Heritage Tourism Projects

2021-01-05 Leave a Comment

Maryland Heritage Areas Program Encourages Economic Development Through Heritage Tourism Grants The Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) is currently accepting applications for FY22 grants as part of the  Maryland Heritage Areas Grant Program. This grant program assists and encourages the preservation of historical, archaeological, natural, and cultural resources, while supporting economic development through heritage tourism […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: grants, heritage, MHAA, tourism

Grab ‘n Go Meal Distribution Update

2021-01-05 Leave a Comment

The Department of Child Nutrition of Calvert County Public Schools is happy to announce the expansion of the Grab ‘n Go meal distribution program. Beginning with distribution on January 8, Grab ‘n Go meal kits will provide seven days of breakfast and lunch meals each week. Kits are available free of charge to all students […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: CCPS, meals

Clearing Out Your Attic, Garage or Estate?

2021-01-04 Leave a Comment

Consider clearing out and donating for Humane Society of Calvert County at the same time! Why not bring your denotable items to Bunting Online Auctions in Dunkirk? They will auction off your items and proceeds will go to the Humane Society of Calvert County! Items such as furniture, glassware, antiques, artwork, Collectibles, vintage coins, Silver […]

Filed Under: Community, Pets Tagged With: Bunting Auctions, donations, HSCC

Fifth-Graders Invited to Submit Arbor Day Posters

2021-01-03 Leave a Comment

Annual Contest Taking Submissions until January 15, 2021 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Forest Conservancy District Boards invite all Maryland fifth-graders in private and public schools to participate in the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. The theme for 2021 is: “Trees Are Terrific…and Forest Products are Too!” All entries must be delivered to […]

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Confused by Grant Submission Processes?

2021-01-03 Leave a Comment

The Nonprofit Institute at CSM’s Free Grant Proposal Course on January 14 Can Help The Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) welcomes area nonprofit organizations to attend a free grant proposal writing seminar January 14, 2021 to learn about the local, state and federal grant submission process. Participants will also learn how […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: CSM, grant writing, Kerri Thompson Frank, process

BOCC Extends State of Emergency Thru January 11th

2021-01-03 Leave a Comment

The Nation continues to face effects from the life-threatening virus, COVID-19. A state of emergency and catastrophic health emergency was proclaimed by Governor Lawrence J. Hogan on March 5, 2020 and continues to remain under this state of emergency. Due to this public health catastrophe, Kelly D. McConkey, President of the Board of County Commissioners […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: BOCC, CARES Act, COVID-19

Looking for Members for Animal Shelter Board

2021-01-02 Leave a Comment

Get involved in the community. Join the Animal Shelter Advisory Board. This board advises the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on matters, such as shelter policies and operation, the five-year strategic plan, emergency plans, spay/neuter compliance, feral cat issues, grants, donations, volunteers and periodic reports to the BOCC. Meetings are held first the […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: animals, shelter board

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