“Ripple Effect: Addressing the Lasting Impact of Gun Violence Through Community Action” Video Highlighted at APHA 2025 Annual Meeting Film Festival
The GVI Program’s Video “Ripple Effect: Addressing the Lasting Impact of Gun Violence Through Community Action” was selected to be featured as part of the 2025 APHA Public Health Film Festival. The film will be shown during the Film Festival Brown Bag Lunch Session II on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, for conference attendees. The long-term […]
SMCHD Mentoring Connections Program
SMCHD’s Youth Mentoring Program is open for enrollment at any time! Families can sign up for the mentoring program using the referral form linked below. The program will then connect participants to organizations and resources that meet their specific needs and goals! Referral Form Services Include: Individualized care coordination Resilience screening Education on ACEs Youth […]
SMCHD Parenting Workshops
SMCHD’s Violence, Injury, and Trauma (VIT) Team is thrilled to launch a new monthly Parenting Workshop Series — created to support, uplift, and strengthen families in our community. These free workshops are designed to: Promote positive parenting practices Improve family communication Provide practical tools and tips for everyday parenting challenges Space is limited and available […]
Community Violence Prevention Day
We are excited to invite you to Community Violence Prevention Day! Date: June 28, 2025 Time: 12 PM – 4 PM Location: 46155 Carver School Blud. Lexington Park, MD This event is hosted by the Violence, Injury, and Trauma (VIT) Unit of the St. Mary’s County Health Department and The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department. […]
Trunk or Treat 2024
Join us for a fun time with sweet treats, and family fun activities. Costumes welcome but not required! Date: October 25, 2024 Time: 5 PM – 7 PM Location: 46155 Carver School Blud. Lexington Park, MD
Faith & Blue 2024
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, God’s House of Refuge, Beth Israel Synagogue, the Boys and Girls Club and the Minority Outreach Coalition will be participating in the 2024 National Faith and Blue Weekend. Date: Thursday, October 10 Time: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Location: 46694 Midway Drive, Lexington Park, MD All are welcome to participate […]
56th Annual Blessings of the Fleet
Family-friendly community event celebrating local watermen & the heritage of St. Mary’s County featuring food, activities, vendors, arts & crafts, live bands, fireworks and more! $15 per person (11 and older) and Children (10 and under) are FREE! Purchase tickets online (see link) or at the door. TICKETS – Get advanced tickets at the link […]
2024 HSMP Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting allows participants to network, learn from public health experts, and receive updates on local health improvement efforts. The 2024 HSMP Annual Meeting offers interactive learning sessions from distinguished speakers on various topics related to the four priority health issues facing St. Mary’s County: Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Environmental Health, and Violence, Injury, […]