EVENTS FROM ALLIES:
Offshore Wind is Working: Free Informational Webinar | May 14, 6 PM (Virtual)
Join the Offshore Wind Alliance for a webinar exploring how offshore wind energy has been performing this winter and what it means for affordability, reliability, jobs, and clean energy along the MD and DE coast. Panelists will share updates and answer submitted questions on topics like costs, wildlife impacts, fishing, and workforce opportunities.
This is a free virtual informational session (webinar format—attendees will not be on camera but can submit questions in advance).
Register here →
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Throughout May, communities across Maryland are celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with festivals, cultural events, and opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate. Check out a few events happening around the state, and be sure to explore more:
Gaithersburg (Month-Long Events)
The City of Gaithersburg is hosting a series of events throughout May celebrating AAPI heritage.
View full calendar →
Baltimore
Asia North 2026: Queer Asian Gallery Walk + Talkback | May 21, 6–8 PM
SNF Parkway Theatre
An interactive gallery experience exploring identity, culture, and community through APIMEDA artists.
Learn more →
Howard County
AAPI Festival | May 30, 12–4 PM
Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, Columbia
A free, family-friendly festival featuring performances, food, and cultural celebrations.
Learn more →
Anne Arundel County
Celebrate Asian American Culture Festival | May 31
A full day of food, music, and cultural performances for all ages.
Learn more →Â
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Bay health threatened by Trump’s EPA acolyte
The Trump administration is threatening everyone, state by state, from threats to the Chesapeake Bay from EPA to (successfully) bullying GOP state legislators on redistricting to wrecking the economy while trying to wiggle his way out of his disastrous war of choice in the Persian Gulf. The last time the Persian Empire definitely, unequivocally lost a war was against Alexander the Great. Trump ain't him.
Here in Maryland, a significant but way overdue event -- laying the last tracks for the Purple Line -- took place last week. It's the state's biggest mass-transit effort at this point (Baltimore Red Line, please phone your office).Â
Those who worry about gun violence in the state -- and they should -- can be sombrely comforted that the biggest danger to gun owners is to themselves and their families. Opioid deaths, however, are down sharply. And, as the summer approaches, the state Parks system hopes a new reservation process will make it easier to enjoy the many still-wild parts of Maryland.
 And BTW, if you are trying to pick a baby name, it doesn't have to be Olivia or Liam (top choices for seven years, wha?). The AP has a chart of runners-up to help out. It's News You Can Use.
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Progressive Maryland BlogSpace:
We value creating space for our members to express their thoughts on any issues related to our campaigns. Have an idea for a blog post? You can submit writing, film, graphic design, etc., to be published on our website to the blog moderator, Woody.Â
>>Read more on the homepage of progressivemaryland.org
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