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PGCMLS Commons

Made possible by Pull-up Fund

Dream Lab

Project Vision

The Commons connects community in physical and virtual spaces for customers to create explore, inspire, and realize together.

The Commons provides access to technology, creative spaces, and digital literacy programs that empower Prince Georgians to discover their interests, providing a boost to their own personal achievement, whether a middle schooler who is bound for a STEM-focused high school or an immigrant entrepreneur.

PGCMLS will establish a network of 5 Commons that will increase access to technology education programs and services, equipment, workforce development programs and services, and certification programs for the benefit of all Prince Georgians’ personal achievement goals.

Project Mission

Create a community environment where unique experiences and opportunities inspire the limitless possibilities of self-expression.

3D Design Lab
Commons Study Rooms
Commons VR Lab

Methodology

  • Increase access to technology throughout Prince George’s County
  • Advance opportunities for BIPOC, low income, and immigrant/refugee residents to pursue STEM and creative higher education and careers
  • Improve tech and digital literacy for immigrants/refugees, English language learners, youth, and seniors
  • Provide capacity for local entrepreneurs, creators, and small business owners to grow their businesses by relying on PGCMLS physical spaces and equipment

Project Goals

  • Develop Infrastructure
  • Address Systemic Inequities
  • Deliver Programs, Services, & Skills Development

Beltsville Life Lab

Stakeholder Meetings Completed
Design Completed
Permitting In Progress
Bid In Progress
Construction In Progress
Presentation Area Rendering

Additional Gear

  • Multilingual workforce training programs
  • Adult English Language Learner classes - workforce focus
  • Professional Apparel Program (Narnia Wardrobe) - program incentive

Special Programs & Resources

  • Professional Development Library (books, online resources)
  • 1:1 Career Coaching/Advisory - Job Search, Resumes, Interviews
  • Job Fairs & Recruitment Events
  • Citizenship Services for Working Immigrants/Refugees
  • Advanced technology classes by workforce category (e.g. production equipment training for entrepreneurs)

Largo-Kettering E/Studio

Stakeholder Meetings Completed
Design Completed
Permitting In Progress
Bid In Progress
Construction In Progress
Largo Kettering E-Studio rendering
Largo Kettering E-Studio plans

Additional Gear

  • Multilingual workforce training programs
  • Adult English Language Learner classes - workforce focus
  • Professional Apparel Program (Narnia Wardrobe) - program incentive

Special Programs & Resources

  • Professional Development Library (books, online resources)
  • 1:1 Career Coaching/Advisory - Job Search, Resumes, Interviews
  • Job Fairs & Recruitment Events
  • Citizenship Services for Working Immigrants/Refugees
  • Advanced technology classes by workforce category (e.g. production equipment training for entrepreneurs)

The Foundry at Oxon Hill

Stakeholder Meetings Completed
Design Completed
Permitting In Progress
Bid In Progress
Construction In Progress
The Foundry at Oxon HIll rendering
The Foundry at Oxon HIll drawing

Additional Gear

  • Fiber arts, fashion design & technology
  • Options: visual art & pottery studio, woodshop, metal foundry, bike repair training
  • Architecture software

Special Programs & Resources

  • Design technology classes
  • Technical skills classes (e.g., bike repair)
  • CAD classes
  • Hip Hop Architecture Camp
  • Inventor studio program

The Incubator at Bladensburg

Stakeholder Meetings Completed
Design Completed
Permitting Completed
Bid Completed
Construction In Progress

Additional Gear

  • Recording/broadcast studio
  • Additional Smartboard
  • Borrowable technology

Special Programs & Resources

  • Public speaking programs (Toastmasters, Rotary, etc.)
  • Training programs: community organizing, podcasting, creative writing, poetry, creative entrepreneurship
  • Media literacy classes
  • Special databases (Foundation Directory Online, Bloomberg)
  • Philanthropy: fundraising and grant writing classes

Fairmount Heights D.R.E.A.M. Lab

Closed while FH is getting construction done

Stakeholder Meetings Completed
Design Completed
Permitting Completed
Bid Completed
Construction In Progress
Dream Lab

Additional Gear

  • Broadcast studio equipment
  • Drone for video production (will float)

Special Programs & Resources

  • Broadcasting education program with media partners
  • Graphic design, music/video production
  • Specialized programs: animation, songwriting, music business
  • Media accessibility training (e.g. ADA compliance for digital & events)