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Mark Your Calendars - MMLCon26 Key Dates

As we prepare to launch attendee registration for the Summer Conference on March 2, it's best to make sure you have your dates correct. Check out our Summer Conference website and mark your calendars with important dates.

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Call for Volunteer Readers - Be a Part of the "If I Were Mayor..." Essay Contest Reading

The "If I Were Mayor...I Would..." essay contest is the League’s longest running ambassador program. The program is designed to help Maryland's fourth graders develop an understanding of municipal government and the role of the mayor. Each year, nearly 3,000 essays are submitted by students, describing how they would honor the traditions of the past while keeping up with the innovation of the future. 

Join the Engagement and Outreach Committee during their virtual reading session on March 12. The essays are short, fun, and insightfulWitness firsthand what the great minds of Maryland's future community leaders have to say. 


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Lights, Camera, Action - Follow MML's Flickr

The MML Flickr is the official photo gallery of the League. Relive your favorite MML moments by taking a moment to scroll through our gallery. Don't forget to follow our page to make sure you're updated on new uploads from an MML event. You might see yourself on the featured highlights page.

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Don't Miss Out - Register for the MMLCon26 Event Refresher

Registration for MMLCon26 opens in a month, so now is the time to prepare. With exciting things planned for the 90th celebration, you don't want to miss out.

Join us virtually on Tuesday, February 17 at noon as we provide an overview of the event registration process that will include:

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MMLCon26 - Event Refresher Webinar

The countdown to #MMLCon26 registration has begun. Although summer conference registration doesn't open until March 2, you wouldn't want to miss out on our event refresher Lunch and Learn webinar to help you prepare to get your officials signed up.

Join us on Tuesday, February 17 at noon as we provide an overview of the event registration process that will include:

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Stay Connected: 2026 Year at a Glance is Available

Get ready for another year of exciting and memorable events. From virtual webinars to our annual "If I were mayor, I would..." Essay Contest ceremony, you won't want to miss out. Save the dates for all MML events and stay in the loop with any updates, as we prepare for our special 90th anniversary celebration!

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2026 Essay Contest Materials Are Now Available

For decades, the League's oldest ambassador program, "If I were Mayor, I would..." Essay Contest has educated fourth graders (and teachers) about municipal government and the role of the mayor. In late December, a postcard announcing the 2026 essay contest was mailed to schools and municipalities. Contest materials are now available on our website. 

Essay submissions are now open. The essay contest deadline is March 5.

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Banner City/Town Contenders – The Road Ahead

The Banner City/Town Program bestows formal recognition each year to cities and towns that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to MML programs and activities. This program serves as a guidepost on how to make the most of your MML membership.

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Shining a Light on Our Members This MGW Month

As we are continuing through Municipal Government Works (MGW) Month, let's take a moment to acknowledge some of those that have already participated in the campaign:

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Help Us Kick Off Municipal Government Works Month

Happy MGW month! November is the time to highlight how municipal government enhances the quality of life of its residents and all Marylanders. 

Please join us in celebrating MGW month by highlighting municipal department heads or department staff every Wednesday on social media. Be sure to use the #MGW or #MGWMonth as you are posting on social media. You may even see your post reposted by MML.

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Conference Photos Are Now Available - Relive LeadershipCon 25

Feeling a little bit of post-conference blues? Reminisce on moments from LeadershipCon25 by browsing our Photo Gallery for an overview of highlights from the event.

To see the full gallery, head over to MML's Flickr and download some of your favorite moments from the conference!

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Call for Public Art Submissions - 2025 Excellence in Leadership Fall Conference

Do you have a wall mural or street art from your city or town that you want to display? A sculpture in your city or town that you think deserves more recognition? Consider submitting a photo of your city or town's public art to be showcased at the Excellence in Leadership Fall Conference.

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Limited Spots Available - Register Now for a Mobile Tour

From vibrant scenery to rich history, don't miss the chance to experience what the Western region of Maryland has to offer during the Excellence in Leadership Fall Conference in October.

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Pop In & Attend FallCon25 Virtual Office Hours

New to registering for a MML Conference? Need a refresher on how to register someone on their behalf? 

Our final virtual Event Registration Office Hours meeting will be August 15 from Noon until 1 p.m. You can jump onto the call during that time if you need assistance or have questions as you are registering for the Fall Conference.

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Don't Miss Out -- FallCon25 Early Bird Rate Ends Soon

Still need to register for FallCon25? Be sure to lock in your registration during the early bird period while there's still time. The early bird rate ends on August 20, and you wouldn't want to miss the opportunity to join us in Western Maryland for the first time in over 20 years.

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Relive the Moments, Visit MML's Flickr

From keynote speakers to dynamic entertainment, see the key moments captured from each MML event by visiting our Flickr account.

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Lunch & Learn: FallCon25 Event Registration Refresher

Registration for Fall Conference 2025 kicks off on July 28. As we get closer to registration going live, don’t miss out on the opportunity to attend our Lunch and Learn webinar to help you prepare to get your officials signed up.

Join MML staff on Tuesday, July 22 at noon as we provide an overview of the event registration process that will include:

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Don’t Miss These Summer Conference Keynotes

This year's Maryland Municipal League summer conference once again delivers dynamic and powerful speakers:

Opening Keynote Speaker - Tim Shriver

Chairman of the Special Olympics International and Co-Creator of The Dignity Index, Tim Shriver, will open the conference, Monday morning, with an insightful look at how to communicate within ever growing complex community dynamics.

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Time is Ticking - Register for MMLCon Today

June is right around the corner. Don't miss the opportunity to join us in Ocean City, MD for MMLCon25. 

Plan to arrive early on Sunday and stay through Wednesday's sessions to make the most of your MMLCon25 experience. You wouldn't want to miss on sessions such as:

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Mark Your Calendars: Key Date Reminders for Summer Conference

It's hard to believe that Summer Conference is only a month away. As we countdown to #MMLCon25, mark your calendars for important dates and reminders:

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