Park open for spring break
The Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural Resources Division announces Flag Ponds Nature Park in Lusby will be fully open during the week of Calvert County Public Schools’ spring break from March 27-April 6. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. plus Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last entry to the park and access to the beach end one hour before the park’s official closing time. The park is typically open Friday through Monday and closed Tuesday through Thursday during the fall and winter. Visitors are invited to explore the park’s scenic beach on the Chesapeake Bay, wooded trails and a new visitor center space. Standard admission fees apply. For more information on amenities, programs and admission fees, go to www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/FlagPonds or call 410-586-1477.
Election judges needed
The Calvert County Board of Elections is accepting applications from registered voters interested in serving as election judges for the 2026 primary and general elections. All party affiliations are welcome to apply. Judges receive a minimum of $250 for each day worked, including each day of early voting or on Election Day. Attendance at a training class is mandatory as a condition of appointment in accordance with Maryland election law. Election judges will be paid $50 to attend the required training class in addition to their election pay. Registered voters interested in working as an election judge must be able to clearly speak, read and write in English and have a basic level of comfort using computers. Individuals may request an application by calling the board of elections office at 410-535-2214, ext. 4, or by completing the online Election Judge Application at www.calvertcountymd.gov/159/Election-Judges.
Check out Calvert’s visitors guide
Plan your next adventure in Calvert County and pick up your copy or download the 2026 Visitors Guide. This guide is designed for residents and visitors alike, listing information on shopping, restaurants and attractions like Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center, Calvert Marine Museum, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum and many other places of interest that make Calvert a special destination. The guide features itineraries including restaurants, museums, golf courses, antique stores, accommodations and hiking trails, as well as a listing of major events throughout the year. Whether you come to hunt for fossilized shark teeth or sail the scenic Chesapeake Bay, discover amazing adventures and unspoiled beauty in Calvert County. Visit www.VisitCalvert.com/Brochure to see the 2026 Visitors Guide. For free copies of the guide or for more information on county attractions and events, contact the economic development department at 410-535-4583 or email info@choosecalvert.com.
Farmers market vendors sought
The Calvert County Farmers Market Association is seeking vendors for its Prince Frederick and Dunkirk markets this season. These are “producers-only” markets, meaning all vegetables, fruits, herbs, tree nuts, meats, flowers, plants and other products sold at the markets must be grown or produced by a local farmer or vendor. For those interested in becoming a vendor at the markets, visit www.CalvertAg.com/FarmersMarketVendor. Applications can be submitted throughout the farmers market season. For more information on Calvert County’s agricultural community and other updates, visit www.CalvertAg.com or contact the Calvert County Department of Economic Development at 410-535-4583 or email info@choosecalvert.com.
Kiosk to aid customers at landfill
The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division has implemented a self-service kiosk at Appeal Landfill. This new feature aims to streamline operations for Calvert County residents and visitors, reduce wait times and enhance the customer experience at the landfill. With the new system, Calvert County residents will use an interactive touch screen kiosk upon arrival and follow a step-by-step process. Unless directed otherwise at the scale house, return to the outbound scale, where the system finalizes your billing. This upgraded system is designed to create a more efficient and secure process for managing waste disposal while reducing congestion and wait times at the landfill. The Appeal Landfill is located at 401 Sweetwater Road in Lusby. For more information about landfill operations and services go to www.calvertcountymd.gov/1753/Locations-Hours-Fees.
Pre-Easter event scheduled in Chesapeake Beach
Save the date. On March 28 Chesapeake Beach’s Easter Egg-Stravaganza will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at Kellam’s Field on Gordon Stinnett Avenue. Call town hall for more information at 410-257-7230v or 301-855-8398.
Polling locations, boundaries change
Last November the Calvert County Board of Elections approved changes to polling locations and precinct boundaries as part of the 2026 election plan. The board approved combining Precincts 3-6 and 3-7 into a single precinct, which will be designated as Precinct 3-6. Voters who previously voted at Northern High School in Owings, during the 2024 election will now vote at Ward Farm Park in Dunkirk. A permanent building is currently under construction at the park and is scheduled to be completed before June, when the primary election takes place. Voters in the Dunkirk area affected by this change should look for a new voter notification card in the mail. For more information, contact the election board at 410-535-2214.
Sidewalk project underway
The Calvert County Department of Public Works has begun a sidewalk reconstruction project in Solomons. The project will enhance pedestrian safety and improve walkability along Charles Street. Weather-dependent construction will occur along eastbound Charles Street
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., between Charles Street and the traffic circle at Farren Avenue. Work will include the removal of trees located between the sidewalk and curb, demolition of sidewalk sections displaced by tree roots and the installation of new concrete sidewalks. Find information on Calvert County Government services online at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov.
Get the new county TV app
The Calvert County Department of Communications and Media Relations announces the launch of the new Calvert County TV app, now live and available to stream on multiple platforms. The Calvert County TV app features live streaming, video on demand and important county information residents rely on to stay informed. Viewers can watch public meetings, special events, announcements and other county programming anytime and anywhere. The new platform makes it easier for residents to connect with county government and stay up to date on what’s happening in Calvert County. Additionally, captioning is now available on live meetings broadcast on Comcast and Calvert County TV, expanding accessibility for viewers across the county.
To watch, viewers can download the free app by searching “Calvert County TV” on Android and Apple devices, stream on Apple TV, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV and www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/CalvertBroadcast, tune in on Comcast channels 99 and 1070 HD or view content on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@CalvertCountyGov. Download links for the app and streaming services are available at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/CalvertBroadcast. Calvert County Government meetings are also available on demand at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/1520/Videos-On-Demand.
Honor a World War II veteran with a memorial paver
The Calvert County Department of Public Works, General Services Division, invites citizens to honor a World War II veteran with a memorial brick on the Veterans Patio at the “On Watch” memorial statue in Solomons. The monument, unveiled in August 2007, is located at 14485 Dowell Road in Solomons and commemorates those who served the United States during World War II at the Solomons Amphibious Training Base. This facility was the nation’s first amphibious training facility and was active from 1942-45. The cost of each brick is $100 and is tax deductible. An application is available online at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/OnWatch and the campaign runs through May 1. Purchasers will be notified when engraving and installation are complete. Funds from the paver purchases go toward the memorial brick campaign and are used for maintenance and care of the statue and grounds. For more information about the project, contact Carter Burchinal at 410-535-1600, ext. 2565 or by email at Carter.Burchinal@calvertcountymd.gov.
Treasurer’s office relocates
The Calvert County Treasurer’s Office has relocated from the Calvert County Circuit Courthouse at 175 Main Street to the new County Administration Building at 150 Main St. in Prince Frederick. The treasurer’s office payment drop box will also move to the new building. In addition to the move, the treasurer’s office will adjust its business hours and the office will operate from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office previously closed at 4:30 p.m.
The relocation is part of Calvert County Government’s continued effort to improve customer service and better align county offices within the County Administration Building. The Treasurer’s Office collects the majority of local funds, including county property and personal property taxes, permit fees, landfill revenue, water and sewer payments, gambling and liquor license fees, dog tag sales and other fees. The office also researches and validates deeds prior to recordation at the Clerk of the Circuit Court and administers the annual Calvert County Tax Sale. For more information, contact the Treasurer’s Office at 410-535-1600, ext. 2630 or go to www.calvertcountymd.gov/174/Treasurers-Office.
Get info on Calvert 250
The 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America offers an opportunity for Marylanders to reflect on the struggle for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, the ongoing evolution of American democracy, and the impact of Marylanders on the nation’s past, present, and future.
The Calvert 250 committee encourages an inclusive yearlong statewide celebration and commemoration in 2026. To learn more about how America’s 250th is being celebrated nation-wide visit, the America 250 website and to learn more about the commemoration throughout the state, visit mdtwofifty.maryland.gov.
Park opens new orienteering course
The Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation announces the unveiling of a new orienteering course at Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park in Dunkirk. The course was designed by Eagle Scout Seamus Casada of Troop 789. An orienteering course is a mapped route that guides participants through a series of checkpoints called controls, which participants must find using a map and compass. It is a sport that combines navigation, physical activity and decision-making. The goal is to complete the course by visiting all controls in the correct order, typically in the shortest time.
For more information, go to www.CalvertCountyMd.gov.
Drop boxes relocated
The Calvert County Department of Public Works, General Services Division, announces that document drop boxes for several county departments have been relocated from 205 Main Street to the new Calvert County Administration Building located at 150 Main St. in Prince Frederick. Drop boxes for public Works, environmental health and planning and zoning are the relocated drop-offs. Residents who previously used these drop boxes should now begin using the new location. The former drop boxes at 205 Main St. have been permanently removed. For questions, contact general services at 410-535-1600, ext. 2327, or by email at GenSvcs@calvertcountymd.gov.
New fishing pier hours announced
The Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation announces new hours at the Solomons Fishing Pier. The pier will now be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The operating hours will be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The pier was previously open to the public 24 hours a day.
An access gate will be installed to the entrance of the fishing pier, and additional signage for rules, regulations and new hours will be posted at the property. The public is reminded that the Solomons Boat Ramp parking lot is for those utilizing the boat ramp or for the fishing pier only. There is no fee to use the fishing pier.
To learn more about regulations at Calvert County parks, visit the county government website. Go to www.calvertcountymd.gov.
Well wellness tips available
Does your property have a well? When was the last time you had it tested? Depending on your property’s location and history, your well should be serviced every three to 10 years to ensure its longevity and your physical health. Regular well testing for contaminants such as manganese, copper and arsenic are essential for your well’s longevity and your physical health. Service tests also check the water flow, water-level and general water qualities including odor, color and possible contaminants. Scheduled maintenance also helps detect issues with well equipment and ensures full pump efficiency. Find well maintenance tips online at calverthealth.org/community/environmentalhealthservices/wellwater.htm.
Download the flood track app
Help the town of Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County and Maryland agencies monitor flooding by downloading the MyCoast App — visit mycoast.org for more information. The MyCoast App makes tracking flooding events easy by automatically linking the daily tide schedules and weather events to your image. Once you create an account you will be able to ad images to Chesapeake Beach’s reports and view others’ reports of flooding in the area. The town will analyze this data along with partnering agencies to make informed management.
MARTY MADDEN
