SMADC Announces Funding For The Southern Maryland Farmer Mini-Grant Program

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, has announced the 10th Round of the Southern Maryland Farmer Mini-Grant Program.

SMADC is now accepting mini-grant applications t...

SMADC Opens Farm Share Equipment Rental Grants $100,000 in Funds Available

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is offering grant funds to support the purchase of farm equipment for the benefit of farmers in the Southern Maryland Region.

SMA...

Maryland’s Best Expo Scheduled for January 10

The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) will host the Maryland’s Best Expo on Tuesday, January 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. Returning for its 19th year, after being canceled in 2021 and 2...

Maryland Home & Garden Information Center

We help Maryland residents grow! Learn timely tips to manage your lawn, ornamental plants, and food gardens, with advice from University of Maryland experts and certified horticulturists. 

Calvert County Meats & Seafood Guide

Buying local benefits you, your neighbors, and the environment. Every local purchase can have a huge ripple effect. When you buy local food products, you’ll notice immediate and long-term perks. Choosing to support local farmers and food suppliers could o...

Get Involved with 4-H

Getting involved with 4-H is easy, and costs are kept to a minimum. 4-H doesn't require a uniform, and there are no national fees. Children select their 4-H education project so they can choose one that works well within a family's budge...

Meet Frank

Meet Frank! Did you know roosters can help fend off hawks and other predators? Frank is sweet to people and ready to protect your flock!

Congratulations Quint!

This little fella might only be a few months old, but has completely stolen the hearts of two wonderful humans. We are so excited he found his furever home!

Meet Eva

Meet Eva! Did you know rabbits are smart critters who can learn tricks and can be taught to use the litterbox?

Meet Delhi

This gorgeous pup is a high energy dog looking for a family to keep up with her.

Meet Daisy

Daisy is a 2 year old tabby cat that loves snuggles and playing.

Safe Nights Program to Open Dec. 11, 2022; Registration Now Available

Calvert County’s annual Safe Nights program providing winter shelter for people without housing will run Dec. 11, 2022, through Feb. 26, 2023.

Safe Nights provides winter protection for Calvert County’s homeless population by offering s...

Calvert County Emergency Management to Test Alert and Notification System Sirens

The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, will conduct a full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout Calvert, St. Mary’s and Dorchester counties Monday, Dec. 5, 2022, at noon.

The full-c...

Calvert County Bus Service Unavailable on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022

Calvert County bus service will be unavailable on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, while the Department of Community Resources, Public Transportation Division holds in-house bus service training for all drivers. Regular routes and schedules will resume Friday, Dec...

Nominate Exceptional Women in Calvert County for the 2023 Outstanding Achievement Awards

Do you know a woman or girl who makes significant contributions to the local community? The Calvert County Commission for Women is now accepting nominations for its 2023 Outstanding Achievement Awards. Each year, the commission recognizes Calvert County w...

Calvert County Implements Cost Recovery Program for Emergency Transport

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces it has accepted a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with many of the county’s volunteer fire, rescue and emergency medical services (EMS) departments to implement a centralized EMS transport bi...

Calvert County Economic Development Announces Small Business Assistance Grant Fund

The Calvert County Department of Economic Development will launch a Calvert County Small Business Assistance Grant Fund to provide financial assistance that will help local small business owners grow and strengthen their existing businesses. 

Comp...

Winter Sports Registration Now Open to County Residents

Registration for basketball and wrestling is now open to Calvert County residents through programs offered through the Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation. 

Adult basketball is open to players ages 18 and older, excluding high scho...

Community Resources Announces Nonprofit Grant Program

The Calvert County Department of Community Resources announces the American Rescue Plan Nonprofit Grant Program will offer grant funding to local nonprofit organizations that have experienced adverse financial impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonprof...

Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural Grant Program

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) is offering the Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural Fiscal Year 2023 Grant Program (CI&A FY23 Program) to Maryland commercial, industrial, data centers, non-profits, farms and other agricultural entities ...

LoopNet

Looking for commercial property in Calvert County? 

The Department of Economic Development is proud to announce that they have partnered with LoopNet to help you search for listings to find the best possible space for your business. Check out our ...

Major Employers Update

The Calvert County Department of Economic Development is currently updating their annual list of major employers for Calvert County.  

Does your business employ more than 100 people who are based in Calvert County? If so, contact the department at...

City Sliders Ribbon Cutting

On Friday, the Calvert County Department of Economic Development held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of City Sliders located at 9200 Chesapeake Ave in North Beach. 

They offer fusion cuisine, which includes American-style slide...

Choice Floors Ribbon Cutting

On Oct. 20, 2022,  the Calvert County Department of Economic Development held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the relocation of Choice Floors.

Choice Floors recently moved their Calvert County showroom to 10808 Town Center Blvd in Dunkirk. ...

Employee Retention Credit

Was your business impacted as a result of the pandemic?

The Employee Retention Credit is claimed by amending a business's quarterly IRS payroll tax returns and is based on the wages the business paid to its employees during 2020 and 2021. A business may be...

State Highway Administration Work

The Department of Public Works advises citizens that the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is beginning the main construction phase of intersection improvements at MD 4 and Mount Harmony Road. Drivers are urged ...

Beaches

Come enjoy a day at the beach in Calvert County! Take a walk along the shore, collect some sharks’ teeth or take a dip at one of Calvert County’s beaches.

Hiking

With miles of serene, public trails, Calvert County is the perfect place to take a hike! 

Breweries & Wineries

Roam Calvert County to sample some superb brews and amazing wine along the Calvert County Wine & Ale Trail.

Weddings

A wedding in Calvert County is one that will be fondly remembered for a lifetime.

Food Trucks

Looking for a grab-and-go meal or planning an event to host a food truck or two? Check out Calvert County’s selection of Food Trucks.

Birding in Calvert

Whether you’ve never picked up a pair of binoculars before or you are an experienced birder, you’re sure to find some interesting feathered friends in Calvert County!