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The Bay Business Group (BBG) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wed. Mar. 18 at North Beach Town Hall. If you’re a local business owner who would like to learn more or attend, email President@BayBusinessGroup.org

An update on the fire at Smokey Joe’s in Chesapeake Beach, Anne Arundel County looks at expanding breweries, and plenty of suggestions for Restaurant Week! See pages 14-21 for our Chesapeake Current Cuisine tear out and save section in this issue of the Current! (Fire photo courtesy of Marilyn Van Wagner, Chesapeake Beach).

BOCC Backpedals on Legislative Requests

The last Board of Calvert County Commissioners was planning to ask the legislative delegation for sweeping powers of “quick take” of property, imposition of a “water tax,” and raising the threshold for competitive bidding for county contracts from $15,000 to $100,000. But what a difference an election can make. The new BOCC has thrown these proposals out the window. The story on page 5...

Birds of Prey

It may be the dead of winter, but it’s an active time for many of the raptors, or birds of prey that call our area home. We give you all the details in “In the Wild” column by Doc Wexler in this issue of the Chesapeake Current. See page 8…

Also Inside 3 Community 10 Taking Care of Business 12 Letters 14 Cuisine 22 Remembering Family & Friends 28 Business Directory 29 Current Events

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Four-Year Degrees: Questions Loom for CSM This session, the Maryland Legislature is considering a bill that would allow the College of Southern Maryland to grant students fouryear degrees in certain programs. If it passes, it would be effective July 1.

Del. Mark Fisher (R-27C).

House Bill 212, introduced by Del. Mark Fisher (R-27C) is supported by both Republican and Democratic Delegates representing Southern Maryland including Del. Deb Rey (R-29B), Michael Jackson (D-27B), Sally Jameson (D-28), Anthony J. “Tony” O’Donnell (R-29C), Edith Patterson (D-28), and C.T. Wilson (D-28). Fisher said that the County Commissioners of all three counties also support the idea.

The bill itself is vague, providing little detail.

In fact, all it says is, “Authorizing the College of Southern Maryland to offer specified bachelor’s degree programs and award bachelor’s degrees; requiring specified bachelor’s degree programs to include specified components; and requiring the College of Southern Maryland, in coordination with the Secretary of Higher Education, to adopt specified rules and

regulations relating to the implementation of bachelor’s degree programs and the awarding of bachelor’s degrees at the college.” It also does not specify how CSM would be funded for upper-level students.

At a House Ways and Means Committee hearing in Annapolis on Feb. 12, Del. Fisher and Del. Deb Rey (R-29-B) appeared to explain more of the reasons why they want CSM to do this sort of thing.

Fisher testified, “We’re not asking for CSM to become a University of Maryland or a UMBC (University of Maryland Baltimore County) or a Towson (University).” He said the goal is to provide more low-cost educational opportunities for Southern Maryland students.

Del. Rey said a four-year degree at CSM would cost about $20,000 per student compared with $90,000 per student at University of Maryland at College Park, where the student would also live on campus and pay room and board.

Fisher said students attending CSM today may be older, usually living at home, working, and cannot afford to commute to a college elsewhere.

“In my town of Prince Frederick, I see people going to school at CSM, taking bagged lunches, literally living ‘hand to mouth.’ People going to CSM can’t afford to go to school at College Park and can’t afford the drive. They’re working locally, typically in jobs that are relatively low-paying because to get to the next level, they’re going to CSM.” Fisher added,” I was once one of those ‘hand to mouth’ students just trying to get a degree.”

According to supporting materials with the Bill, obtaining a bachelor’s degree substantially increases a person’s economic well-being. In

Maryland, those with an associate’s degree, on average, earn $12,000 more annually than if they only had a high school diploma, and those with a bachelor’s degree earn about $10,000 more than if they had an associate’s degree.

Although the bill does not specify which four year degrees would be offered at CSM, Fisher testified that the focus would be Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing, Public Safety Management and Homeland Security, Business/ Organizational Management, and Information Technology. All degree programs would include components of classroom instruction plus online courses and services.

He added, “CSM is unique in this area because we have thee campuses. Most community colleges only have one campus.

We also have three campuses across three counties, and the Southern Maryland Counties cooperated many years ago to establish CSM so each of the three counties have a community college. There’s now a fourth campus that is scheduled to be constructed in the next couple of years in Hughesville, which is at the center of the Southern Maryland region. That campus is being built there because the nursing program is just bursting at the seams, among other things.”

Fisher noted that each of the campuses is within 30 minutes of anyone in each of the counties, and the Hughesville campus will be more central within 15 minutes of all three counties.

Following Fisher and Rey, two education experts testified to shoot down the idea.

Tina Bjarekull, President of the Maryland Independent College and University Association (MICUA), a voluntary association of 16 private, nonprofit colleges and universities located in Maryland, agreed “nontraditional students need more opportunities.

But I am against (this bill).” She said that in

Southern Maryland there are already two costeffective Higher Education Centers that are constantly adding additional partnerships, plus there’s degree-granting St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

PJ Hogan of the University System of Maryland (USM) said he came from Montgomery County, and initially felt there should be a four-year degree granting institution there. But after looking at all sides, he realized that a regional consortium of existing universities would offer more opportunities, and the more efficient Universities at Shady Grove now offer programs from nine different schools. He said this model would work better in Southern Maryland and “changing the mission of CSM is not the way to do it.” He noted also that plans are in place for a new $77 million Southern Maryland Higher Education Center with specialized labs which will offer students undergraduate and graduate degrees in Engineering.

Bjarekull and Hogan also noted that the President of CSM was not there to testify, questioning actual support for the proposal and whether CSM wants it or is prepared for it.

Currently in Maryland, community colleges such as CSM may only offer students associate degrees, certificates, or professional development or continuing education credits.

Students may have the option to transfer credits to other institutions, such as the University of Maryland, to complete bachelor degrees.

As of 2014, community colleges in 18 states including Florida, Georgia, and New York are authorized by legislation to confer at least one type of baccalaureate degree. California authorized its community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees in 2014. Community colleges in Idaho are authorized to offer bachelor’s degrees, but none has chosen to do so.

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Bill Would Benefit Military Retirees Maryland Veterans Affairs Secretarydesignee George Owings and Governor Hogan were joined by local veterans to announce House Bill 482 – the Military Retirement Income Tax Exemption. If passed, it would eliminate income tax on all military retirement income. It would be phased in over four years, with 25 percent relief in the first year, and rising to 100 percent in the last year.

“Making our state as welcoming and friendly as possible to military retirees is not only common sense but it’s simply the right thing to do,” Governor Hogan commented. “After

years of thousands of our citizens fleeing our state, this tax cut is the first step, among many to come, to ensuring that the people who spend their lives in service to others are given the support and tax relief they deserve.”

Under current Maryland law, military retirement income is subject to personal income tax with the first $5,000 being exempt.

In 2013, there were over 54,251 military retirees in the state, of which 50,889 received pensions. Military pensions totaled over $1.4 billion or an average of $28,666 per person.

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A Private CITIZEN

SPEAKS

by Susan Shaw

Many Challenges Facing BOCC I remember as a new County Commissioner, it is a little bit unnerving the first time a really controversial topic hits your desk. If I recall correctly, and it WAS 12 years ago (LOL), the first one on my first term was the budget.

We came into office in December and in January we learned that we were half way through a budget year that was about $12.5 million in the red, or structurally unbalanced.

In laymen’s terms, we were halfway through a year where we were spending about $12.5 million more than we were receiving in tax and other revenue. This is something akin to what Governor Hogan is facing - but his scale of debt is MUCH larger and more intractable. I feel badly for him!

By July 1 of that year, we passed a structurally balanced budget, but in order to do it, we cut $1 million from the County departments and we raised the piggyback income tax by a small amount. We were careful, and no other Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) since then has had to raise taxes. We did raise user fees, where the user pays for a particular service, rather than those who do not use the service having to pay for it.

Now there is another new BOCC and you can imagine that I am watching them closely to see how much courage they have and how they handle controversy.

Part of dealing with controversy as a Commissioner is deciding to which voices one should listen. The squeaky wheel should not always be the one that gets the grease, even if that squeaky wheel was a major campaign supporter and/or donor, is a wealthy owner of a lot of property in the County that employs a significant number of residents, and is persistently yelling in your ear. The decision as to whether this squeaky wheel has the best interest of the majority of constituents at heart has to be the determining factor, then a competent Commissioner has to have the courage to stand for that recognition.

A new form of controversy is social media.

I can mount a social media campaign that

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will go viral in the County very quickly and easily, even though I only really represent a few thousand “friends of friends” on FB, for example, and those “friends” are responding based on 140 characters that only tell one side of the story. Who would listen to those FB fans that clearly do not have all the facts and just as clearly would reverse their opinions if they did have all the facts? Certainly, a wise Commissioner would not. Rather, a wise Commissioner would remember that FB and Twitter campaigns do not get a person elected. He would not forget that just because his most devoted followers are on FB, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest (to name just a few), they are not the silent majority that he was elected to represent.

Another historical example of a very contentious debate was over big box stores.

Should the size of big box stores in the County be limited? The County was divided on this topic about equally. We had very heated public meetings and hearings where hundreds of folks came to speak, and the split was always 50/50 for those who wanted NO limits on the size of BIG box stores versus those who wanted NO big box stores at all. Eventually, the BOCC compromised by allowing large big box stores in the major town centers of Prince Frederick and Solomons, but limiting the size in the minor town centers to 70,000 sq. feet (the size of the Walmart in Dunkirk).

What controversial topics do the current BOCC have on their plate? They have quite a few coming up, including the sign regulations, a fire hydrant fee, a re-write of the Zoning Ordinance, the 2016 budget, the power of quick take for road improvements, and more.

Stay tuned for more comments on these contentious topics.

Rescued Dogs Soon Up for Adoption Animal Rescue Corps in conjunction with the Ohio County, KY sheriff’s office raided a property containing 54 animals living in deplorable conditions on Jan. 30. These dogs, including newborn litters of puppies, were found in excessive piles of feces and trash and had no access to water other than rainwater.

The dogs were extremely dirty and had heavy internal and external parasites.

Fortunately, these dogs have been rescued and on Feb. 8, 21 of them made their way to the Humane Society of Calvert County.

Thanks to the generous help from Prince Frederick Chrysler jeep dodge, which provided transport vehicles and drivers, all 21 arrived safely.

They will all be vetted and behaviorally

“O” the Animals at CMM The Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) is pleased to announce that the new octopus picked her own name after a month long contest that built excitement and fun! The contest began in early January encouraging participants to visit the museum and leave their suggestion in the ballot box in the Museum Store for the chance to win an octopus basket full of goodies.

With over 600 entries submitted by Jan. 30, the top twelve names were selected and the CMM Board of Directors decided on the final three names. “Inky,” “Wiggles,” and “Squirt” were put in separate containers baited with shrimp and “Inky” chose her own name (or at least the Inky container) on Feb. 10 at 11:00 a.m.

Five-year old Brady Jordan from Hollywood, Maryland is the winner of the contest and basket full of goodies. Thank you to everyone that participated. Don’t miss seeing Inky on your next trip to the Calvert Marine Museum as she is very responsive and loves visitors!

About the Author: Susan Shaw is retired as a Calvert County Commissioner, and an LCSW-C (Licensed, Certified, Social Worker-Clinical). As with all columnists, the opinions expressed are the author’s.

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assessed and will soon be made available for adoption. Here you go! All are mixed breed dogs and range in age from seven weeks to five years.

For more information, please contact kirstyn@calverthumane.org via email or call (410) 257-4908.

“Inky” chooses her name. Photo courtesy of Rachel Reese.

Guiness is CMM’s new otter.

The Calvert marine Museum has a new otter to replace Keenan, a.k.a “Bubbles,” who passed away last year.

David Moyer, Estuarine Biology Curator, reached out to rescue/rehabbers, other zoos, aquariums, and private collectors, before locating an otter rescued from legal trapping in Louisiana.

The museum moved quickly and it was fortunate that Moyer had all the necessary permits and licenses in place. The deal was struck, paperwork signed, and the otter, dubbed Guinness, was crated for shipment and the long drive to his new home. Guinness arrived at the museum on Feb. 1 where he was checked for medical issues. In the coming weeks, Guinness will receive physicals. The aquarists will gradually begin the process of physically introducing him to “Squeak,” the other male otter. Currently, the two can interact only through a wire mesh wall.

The search was made possible with support from the Halvosa Family, long time museum members and volunteers, and the Peters family, longtime supporters of the Estuarine Biology program.

Beach Looks Back at 2014, Ahead to 2015 At the monthly Town Council meeting on Feb. 12, Mayor Mark Frazer gave his “State of the Town” update, focusing on infrastructure improvements. Among the accomplishments: - Beginning construction on the lower level fishing pier and renovation of the upper pier for $573,000 - Construction was also started on Bayfront Park and Sculpture Garden.

- Remodeling the restrooms at the Welcome Center - Upgrading infrastructure throughout town - Upgrading the Tot Lot - Installing additional Mutt Mitt stations - Distributing additional recycle bins and increasing recycling pick-up to weekly, from every two weeks The Mayor also noted that $824,000 contracts were awarded for living shoreline and berm installation at Walton Beach at the far north end of town.

A report by an independent auditor was presented showing that there were no incidents of non-compliance. Mayor Frazer said the report would be put online for the public.

At he February council work session, members approved getting appraisals for two land parcels in a proposed “land swap” with developer Ron Russo.

In awarding a contract for the land appraisals, Town Engineer John Hoffman said “Mr. Russo has provided on top of his land swap proposal for land he owns in block 11 everything west of Chesapeake and south of 3rd St. north and land the town owns in Block 4, which is everything north of 5th St. between Chesapeake Ave. and Bay Ave. In order for anybody to have deal with his proposal, we have to have to know he value of the land.

So we invited three premier local real estate appraisers…” Hoffman said Mr. Russo would also reimburse the town 50% of the cost.

Gateway Companies, Two of the three decided not to submit a proposal. One, which has done work for the town previously, did submit a proposal for

$3,500 for both properties. Appraisals are expected back in six weeks or so.

Councilman Mike Benton noted that the typical cost for one property is $450. Benton also said, “This is nothing but looking at the values of the land. There’s nothing being done, we’re just getting appraisals.”

At the February Work Session, council also engaged in lengthy discussion on a North Beach Strategic Plan for the next four years.

One of the projects put forth by Council Member Mickey Hummel is putting public council meetings online for general viewing.

Councilman Randy Hummel noted that the County already does this and also suggested showing the meetings on the public access channel 6 on Comcast. Benton suggested getting in touch with the Maryland Municipal League and other towns that do this “because we don’t have to reinvent the wheel.”

Another is to purchase land and seek grants to create some sort of “a passive pocket park” for residents of the San Francisco development and those in the surrounding neighborhood where kids can safely plan.

Councilman Kenneth Wilcox said when it was built, San Francisco was envisioned as more of a retirement community so there is not a lot of open space. But after it was built, there were a lot of families that moved in, including his.

Now, there’s not much space where kids can play, except the streets, and there are numerous blind turns.

Others that are related are economic development, rezoning, which could be in draft form by April, and deciding which is the town’s “main street:” Bay Ave. or Chesapeake Ave. Councilman Greg McNeill put forward a suggestion for election reform, noting that it is possible in any election that the entire government - mayor and council – could turn over. He noted the value in institutional knowledge. He suggested staggering terms and creating “districts.”

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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports: Thefts On Feb. 9 shortly after 9:00 p.m. Dep. J. Buck responded to the T.J. Maxx store in Prince Frederick for the report of a theft. A store employee advised that two men grabbed over $1,400 worth of Coach and Michael Kors purses and fled the store without paying. A store loss prevention investigator provided the name of two suspects in similar shopliftings currently being investigated in Anne Arundel, Prince George’s and Montgomery counties.

Store surveillance tapes were reviewed by Dep. Buck who identified one of the suspects as Reginald Ray Williams, 50, of Washington, D.C. On Feb. 11, Cpl. J. Wahlgren responded to Doctors on Sight in Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft of numerous eye glass frames valued at over $2,800. Wahlgren made contact with a store employee who advised that two subjects had entered the store and stolen the frames. The employee chased one of the suspects out of the store and was able to retrieve seven pairs of frames. The employee then called police and provided a description of each suspect as well as the vehicle they had fled in. The vehicle was located shortly thereafter and the two suspects were arrested.

One of the suspects was found to be Reginald Ray Williams, already wanted for theft from T.J. Maxx. The second suspect was identified as 36-year-old Mecca Jamal Lee-Bey, also of Washington, D.C. Both men were charged with theft $1,000 to under $10,000. A warrant has been issued for the second suspect in the theft from T.J. Maxx.

Approximately $1,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from the Prince Frederick Walmart on Feb. 10 at about 8:45 p.m. A store employee advised that two men walked out of Walmart with two shopping carts full of merchandise that they did not pay for. Video surveillance shows the subjects taking items from the electronics, clothing and home goods departments. The investigation continues by Dep. J. Buck.

Sometime between Jan. 27 and Feb. 7, someone stole 20 feet of solid copper power cables from two vehicles parked outside a home in the 5200 block of Apple Way in St. Leonard. The cost to replace the cable is $900.

Dep. L. Kelly is continuing the investigation.

Copper wire was stolen from a home under construction on Fountain Lane in St. Leonard sometime between Feb. 10 and 11. Dep. N. Gilmore is investigating.

Unknown person(s) stole three batteries from a cable box mounted on a telephone pole on St. Leonard Rd. in St. Leonard. The theft was discovered Feb. 2 and reported to Dep. L. Kelly who is continuing the investigation.

A camper battery was stolen in the 4000 block of Calvert Ave. in Chesapeake Beach. The theft was discovered on Feb. 4 and reported to DFC J. Hardesty who is continuing the investigation.

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CDS Violations On Feb. 2 at 5:58 p.m. DFC T. Buckler responded to the area of Frederick Ave. and Sea Breeze Ct. in North Beach to investigate a report of subjects smoking some type of drug while in a vehicle. Buckler approached the vehicle matching the description and observed three individuals inside. As he approached, he noticed the three subjects moving around. He observed the male in the passenger seat shove something in between the center console and his seat and saw that it was a knife. He ordered all occupants to put their hands in the air but the driver of the vehicle, later identified as David Scott Sorrell, Jr., 26, of Churchton, opened his door and ran. Sorrell was ordered to stop running but he refused and as he ran he dropped several items on the ground under a vehicle that was parked next to his vehicle.

Buckler caught Sorrell and advised him he was under arrest. The other two subjects, identified as Bradley David Criste, 28, also of Churchton, and Kristina Marie Demoucelle, 29, of Deale, continued to lay on the ground with their hands visible as they had originally been instructed. All three were arrested and charged with possession of Heroin, possession of CDS paraphernalia: a glass smoking device and a hypodermic syringe. Sorrell was also charged with failure to obey a lawful order.

On Feb. 6 at 8:04 p.m. Dep. S. Moran was dispatched to Gunsmoke Trail at Sitting Bull Trail in Lusby for the report of a vehicle crash. Upon arrival he located a vehicle that appeared to have crossed the centerline, left the roadway and gone into a yard. It had come to rest on top of a large rock with the rear tires not touching the ground. Moran made contact with a nearby resident who advised he had heard the crash and offered assistance to the driver. He stated the driver was bleeding and appeared disoriented. He helped the driver from the vehicle but said the driver fled when he saw Moran approaching them.

Moran canvassed the area and located a male matching the description given sitting against a shed behind a home on Gunsmoke Court.

He ordered the subject to put his hands up.

The subject showed his left hand but not right.

He then made a quick abrupt motion toward Moran, as if throwing something at him, with his right hand. Moran observed the subject’s hand to be empty and ordered him to get flat on the ground. The subject turned and ran behind the shed, where he fell, got back on his feet and took off running in the direction of the residence. Moran took the subject to the ground, where the subject rolled over and made a motion as if attempting to strike.

He was subdued by Moran, handcuffed and walked back to the area of the crash. Moran detected a strong odor of alcohol emitting from the subject. He was identified as James Robert Nelson, 30, of Lusby. Nelson refused treatment by EMS on the scene. He has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, negligent driving, resisting arrest, attempting to elude law enforcement, possession of marijuana and

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numerous other traffic violations.

On Feb. 10 at 10:14 p.m. Cpl. M. Naecker conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Cornwall Road in Owings. He found the driver, identified as James Paul Foster, 54, of North Beach, to be in possession of suspected cocaine. Foster was arrested and charged.

Shortly after midnight on Feb. 13, Dep. D. Naughton initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Coster Road at Mill Bridge Road in Lusby. Upon making contact with the driver, he detected a strong odor of raw marijuana emitting from inside the vehicle. A metallic grinder was located inside the vehicle as well as a pair of brass knuckles. The driver, identified as Joshua Scott Reese, 25, of Lusby, was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and concealed deadly weapon.

DFC M. Quinn conducted a traffic stop on Feb. 4 at 1:25 p.m. on a vehicle traveling northbound on MD Rt. 4 in the area of Ward Rd. in Dunkirk. She found the sole passenger in the vehicle, Katelyn Echard, 23, of Owings, to be in possession of two hypodermic syringes. She was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

Dep. D. Naughton conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Chisolm Trail at White Horse Rd. in Lusby on Feb. 6 at 11:00 p.m. He could immediately detect the strong odor of marijuana emitting from inside the vehicle. He arrested the driver, identified as Damen Maxwell Meade, 20, of Lusby, and charged him with possession of marijuana in the amount of more than 10 grams.

Burglaries A home under construction in the 5100 block of Sea Fossil Dr. in Huntingtown was burglarized overnight between Feb. 4 and 5 and $2,000 worth of copper piping was stolen.

DFC A. Woodford is investigating.

Theft from Vehicle On Feb. 6 a woman at the World Gym on Chaneyville Rd. in Owings reported to Dep. W. Durner that between 8:50 p.m. and 9:50 p.m. that evening someone broke her vehicle window and stole her purse while she was inside the gym. The case is being investigated.

Damaged Property Two victims in the 300 block of Heron Landing Way in Prince Frederick reported to Dep. N. Gilmore that the front door and front window of their homes had been struck with paintballs between Feb. 1 and 2. No permanent damage was done and the cases remain under investigation.

Unknown suspect(s) broke the glass out of an Isuzu excavator causing $500 in damage sometime between Jan. 30 and Feb. 3. The incident occurred in the Red Oak Subdivision off of Ponds Wood Rd. in Huntingtown.

DFC R. Kreps is investigating.

Several paint balls struck a home and vehicle in the 2400 block of Grays Rd. in Prince Frederick sometime overnight between Feb. 6 and 7. Dep. N. Gilmore is investigating.

Fleeing and Eluding On Feb. 6 at 6:48 p.m. Dep. A. Curtin

observed a motorcycle traveling eastbound on MD Rt. 260 near Woodland Way in Owings.

Radar determined the vehicle to be traveling at 73 MPH in a 50 MPH zone. Curtin attempted a traffic stop and also noticed there was no registration plate on the vehicle.

The motorcycle continued into the left turn lane at the intersection of MD Rt. 260 and Boyds Turn Rd. traveling at approximately 50 MPH. The motorcycle passed three stationary vehicles and continued through the red signal, pausing in the intersection. Curtin used the loudspeaker system to order the driver to stop but it continued on, making a U-turn to travel westbound on MD Rt. 260, then making a right-hand turn onto Paris Estates Court. He then turned right into a driveway and fell off the motorcycle. The driver then fled on foot into the wooded area. DFC R. Burggraff responded with K-9 to track the suspect. A citizen called reporting a male running across Boyds Turn Rd. in the area of Ace Hardware. Trooper 7 was called in to conduct an aerial search. Another citizen called to report there was a male on their porch complaining of trouble breathing in the 1800 block of Skipshawn Lane. Contact was made with the male subject, identified as Anthony Dale Norris, 28, of Chesapeake Beach. Norris told police he had been on the back of the motorcycle but was not the driver. Curtin confirmed the motorcycle had only one seat and there was only one person occupying the vehicle while it was in motion. Norris matched the description of the suspect who had been driving the vehicle and also had on some items of clothing that Curtin had observed on the driver. Norris stated he had no injuries and was arrested and charged with false statement to a police officer and cited for attempting to flee and elude. Norris was also issued numerous traffic citations, including attempt to elude law enforcement, reckless driving, and negligent driving.

Maryland State Police Reports CDS Violations On Feb. 2 at 5:19 p.m., Trooper Jones along with TFC Wiesemann, TFC Casarella and Trooper Warrick responded to the 1200 block of Gowan Ct. in Prince Frederick in an attempt to locate Shanta D. Johnson, 32 of Lusby. Mr. Johnson was located and placed under arrest for four outstanding arrest warrants. A search incident to the arrest revealed a partially cut straw in Mr. Johnson’s pocket containing crushed percocet. He was charged additionally for the drug possession. Another person at the residence, Terrance R. Height, 32, was arrested on an outstanding arrest warrant through the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. They were incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Trooper First Class Barlow stopped a vehicle on Feb. 8 at 8:51 a.m., on MD Rt. 4 near Steeple Chase Dr. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. The strong odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle.

A probable cause search was conducted and marijuana was located. The driver, Christina C. Thompson, 23 of Hollywood, and passengers, Samantha E. Garner, 20 of Chesapeake Beach, and a juvenile from Great Mills, were all issued Civil Citations and released.

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A vehicle was stopped on Feb. 8 at 9:12 a.m.

by Trooper First Class Palumbo on MD Rt. 4 near Lower Marlboro Rd. in Sunderland for traffic violations. A prescription bottle was observed in the glove compartment when it was opened to retrieve registration documents.

The prescription was for Acetaminophen/ Hydrocodone and belonged to a relative who was not in the vehicle. Lindsey J. Mwesigwa, 31 of Lexington Park, was arrested for possession of CDS and was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Violation of Protective Order & Harassment A harassment complaint in the 10800 block of Towne Center Blvd. in Dunkirk was responded to at 2:10 p.m. on Feb. 7 by Trooper First Class Palumbo. The victim reported that Robert J. Corcoran, 72 of Owings, had called numerous times and attempted to make contact with her in violation of a protective order. Mr. Corcoran was located and arrested. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Search Continues for Injured Car Thief The Calvert Control Center received a 911 call from a victim stating his vehicle had just been stolen from 1608 Mint Ct, Prince Frederick on Sun. Feb. 15 at 8:19 p.m. The victim described his vehicle as a 2012 white Dodge Charger.

Dep. Ward of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office observed the vehicle travelling northbound on MD RT4 in area of Calvert Memorial Hospital and attempted to stop it.

The driver accelerated and a pursuit ensued.

Sheriff’s Office units coordinated the deployment of “stop sticks” in the area of Cherry Hill Road and MD Rt. 4. The driver’s side front tire was deflated by the “stop sticks,” but the vehicle continued north on Rt. 4, with the deflated tire separating from the rim in the area of Skinners Turn Road. The vehicle continued north driving on only the rim at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour.

The pursuit continued into Anne Arundel County and then into Prince Georges County.

The vehicle took the exit for Water Street at the Equestrian Center in Upper Marlboro

where it crashed into a tree in the wooded area along the access ramp that leads back to MD Rt. 4 north. The suspect fled the wreckage on foot.

K-9 and a helicopter with FLIR were deployed in an effort to locate the suspect.

After an extensive search the suspect was not located and his whereabouts and identity are unknown at this time. The PG County Police Department responded to assist with the search and assumed the crash investigation.

Maryland State Police and Park Police also helped search. There was a substantial amount of blood around the crash scene and blood drenched clothing was also located nearby indicating the suspect received substantial injury during the crash.

Should you have any information that could help lead to the arrest of the suspect in this case please contact Dep. Ward at (410) 535-2800. Calvert Crime Solvers pays cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of suspects. You can reach crime solvers at (410) 535-2880.

Fatal Accident During Storm on TJ Bridge

The Calvert Control Center received a 911 call reporting a serious crash on the Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge on Monday Feb. 16 at approximately 6:30 p.m. during the snowstorm.

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the top of the bridge and observed a Jeep and a Toyota Camry that had been involved in a T-bone type crash. The Toyota Camry had been travelling southbound on the bridge when the driver apparently lost control of the vehicle, causing it to go into a sideways slide, crossing the centerline into the northbound lane. The Jeep was travelling north and struck the Toyota in the passenger’s side.

The 2004 Jeep Wrangler was operated Kenneth George Steffey, age 47, of Lusby.

Steffey was transported to MedStar St Mary’s Hospital, where he was treated for his injuries and released.

The 2004 Toyota Highlander was operated Davar Mitchel Faulk, 35, of Lexington Park,

who was not hurt and able to drive away from the scene.

The 1997 Toyota Camry was operated by Racheal Mary Keaton, 50, of Lexington Park.

Keaton sustained multiple injuries and was transported to MedStar St Mary’s Hospital, where she was pronounced deceased by the Hospital Emergency Room Staff.

Driver error on the part of Racheal Keaton and the snow covered bridge are major contributing factors to this collision.

If you have any information about this crash please contact Cpl. T. Phelps of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit.

Members of the Solomon’s Volunteer Fire Dept. and Rescue Squad, the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, the Lexington Park Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad as well as Calvert Advanced Life Support also assisted with the scene on the bridge.

Deputies Move Up Ranks

Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans proudly announces the recent promotions of several deputies.

The following were recognized for their accomplishments: Lieutenant Todd Ireland was promoted to the rank of Captain. First Sergeant Brent Parrott was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Sergeant Ronald Naughton was promoted to the rank of First Sergeant. Corporal David Canning was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Deputy First Class Elvis Carter was promoted to the rank of Corporal.

Local Sentenced in Theft Schemes Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh has announced that former Child Support Enforcement Administration employee Delores Gertrude Jones, age 62, of North Beach, was sentenced in two cases involving theft from the state agency.

Jones pleaded guilty in December in two separate cases - one for theft over $100,000 and a second for theft over $10,000.

In the first case, Prince George’s County Circuit Court Judge Graydon S. McKee, III (retired) sentenced Jones to 15 years incarceration, suspending all but three years.

Additionally, upon her release from jail, she will be placed on five years supervised probation and ordered to pay $203,876 in restitution.

In the second case, Judge McKee issued a five-year prison sentence, all of which was suspended, placed Jones on five years of probation and ordered her to pay $25,300 in restitution.

Both sentences will run concurrently.

Jones was the deputy director at the Child Support Enforcement Administration office in Temple Hills in Prince George’s County, and was the central figure in two investigations involving theft of funds from the agency between 2008 and 2013. In one case, Jones used her access to a dormant bank account to

steal $25,300 in cash between March and June of 2013.

In a second scheme, Jones manipulated the agency’s computer system and changed addresses on accounts with payments awaiting distribution so that child support checks would be mailed to addresses she controlled. Jones then deposited those checks in one of several bank accounts and withdrew the money for her personal use. Four of the bank accounts used in the scheme were opened by Jones in the name of her church, where she served as Finance Director, enabling her to launder stolen funds without detection. In total, Jones stole $203,876 between January 2008 and July 2013.

“Public servants who abuse the trust placed in them will pay the price,” said Attorney General Frosh. “These funds were intended to support children and the hardworking, single parents who are doing all they can to care for and raise their children.”

The investigation was conducted by the Maryland Office of the Attorney General’s Criminal Division and the Maryland State Police, with assistance from the Maryland Department of Human Resources’ Office of the Inspector General and the Maryland Child Support Enforcement Administration.

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In the Raptors on the Rebound

By Ron “Doc” Wexler

By Lisa Lisa Bierer Garrett

It is mating season for raptors in Maryland.

You may very well see a pair of these magnificent birds right in your own back yard.

Raptors most commonly seen locally are Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Falcons, owls, and vultures.

There is a large variety of owls and hawks to be explored, and the best way to differentiate one from another is to go online or to the library and pick up a field guide on birds in Northern America. A good pair of binoculars, of course, would also be a helpful tool. Knowing where to look and territorial information are readily available in many birding books.

always matter when it comes to competition over nesting sites. It is not uncommon for a pair Osprey to chase away and ward off a pair of much larger Bald Eagles to compete for nesting sites.

Barred Owl

A majestic Bald Eagle

As song birds and other migratory birds spend their winters in warmer southern regions of the United States, raptors must return to Maryland early in the year to mate and nest allowing their babies adequate time to develop, learn to fly, and hunt before the following winter sets in. Some raptors stay in Maryland throughout mild winters but most begin nesting in late January to February.

Raptors are territorial by nature and are often completely intolerant of other birds around their nests especially other raptors. Strangely enough, with these large birds, size doesn’t

Bald Eagle mating rituals are certainly not your conventional approach to sex in the city and can at best be risky business. As they fly toward each other at relatively high speeds one bird will approach its mate in a normal balanced flight while the other will roll upside down go inverted and they will lock talons.

Mating occurs as they freefall and spiral down toward earth. As they continue to spiral downward Bald Eagles occasionally forget to pull apart from one another and crash into the ground. This often results in broken wings or dislocated shoulders.

Red Shoulder Hawk

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Vultures are common bird of prey in our area

Once successful mating has been completed, the female will lay two or three eggs on average. Both parents will share the responsibility of caring for their young once hatched.

Bald Eagle nests are huge and have been known to be 12 feet in diameter and five or more feet deep. By late summer, you may see baby Eagles flying and soaring through the sky as they catch up drafts that can keep them airborne for hours. These babies are often confused with hawks in flight because they are brown and do not develop the easily recognizable white head and tail feathers until they are two years old.

One reliable way to recognize a baby bald eagle is to pay particular attention to the beak, which is much larger and bolder than a hawk’s beak.

There are also some variances between raptors are their preferred diets. Eagles primarily eat fish and most small animals, whereas hawks usually stick to small animals.

Owls, on the other hand, may eat small animals but are night feeders, eating mostly rodents.

Ospreys eat fish almost exclusively but will take an unwary snake or mammal when available.

If you are interested in learning more about raptors, raptor rescues or volunteering at Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center, please contact Jennifer Stilley at (410) 326-0937.

Wexler Osprey

About the Author: Doc is multi-degreed and holds over one thousand continuing education hours in Wildlife medicine and rehabilitation through the Maryland state Veterinary Board and other State organizations.

Oyster Disease Thrives in Shallow “Dead Zones” In shallow waters, where nutrient pollution runs high, oxygen levels can plummet to nearly zero at night. Oysters living in these zones are far more likely to pick up the lethal Dermo disease, a team of scientists from the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) discovered. Their findings are published in the journal PLOS ONE, in the Wed., Feb. 11 edition.

Oxygen loss in the shallows is not nearly as well known as the dead zones of the deep.

Unlike deep-water dead zones, which can persist for months, oxygen in shallow waters swings in day-night cycles, called diel-cycling hypoxia. When algae photosynthesize during the day, they release oxygen into the water. But at night, when photosynthesis stops, plants and animals continue to respire and take oxygen from the water, causing dissolved oxygen to drop. Lack of oxygen can cripple the oysters’ ability to fight off the parasite Perkinsus marinus that causes Dermo and slowly takes over their bodies.

“We usually think of shallow-water habitats as highly productive refuges from deep-water dead zones,” says Denise Breitburg, marine ecologist at SERC and lead author of the study.

“But if low oxygen makes even these shallow waters inhospitable for fish and shellfish, the whole system may suffer.”

Breitburg and her colleagues suspended hundreds of eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) in underwater cages at each of 14 sites around Chesapeake Bay. Their lab is in Edgewater. Two other field sites were on the Rhode River and Harness Creek, in Anne Arundel, and two others were on the Patuxent and Cole’s Creek, near or in Calvert County.

Infection prevalence ranged from at least half to up to 100 percent. Oysters in areas with more severe low oxygen were much more likely to acquire the disease. The disease also advanced to more intense levels in oysters deployed at sites with both low oxygen and salinities at or above 12 parts per thousand, causing widespread mortality.

Garden Dirt

By Ray Greenstreet

Have a question about your garden for Ray? Email Editor@ChesapeakeCurrent.com and he’ll give you answers!

Sow Your Own Seeds

Starting plants from seed is a great way to garden mid-winter - get your hands dirty, smell soil, see green - and to enjoy the simple satisfaction of growing some of your food from seed to harvest.

Lettuce seedlings are among the easiest to grow from seed.

Starting seeds indoors is not difficult, but seeds have basic needs for good germination and healthy growth. This week’s column runs through those basics. If you’re a first-time seed-starter, learn with just three or four seed varieties. It doesn’t look like much, but each seed packet is capable of producing dozens of little seedlings.

Read the seed packet to find out how many weeks each variety will need to grow indoors – usually labeled as “days to maturity” - before it’s time to move them outside. In this area that is usually around May 1st, our average last frost date and when the soil has warmed to a hospitable temperature.

Successful growing starts with the right growing medium. Garden dirt or regular potting soil is too heavy to use for starting seeds. Use fresh, sterile seed-starting mix, available at garden centers or wherever you purchase your seeds.

Thoroughly moisten the growing medium with warm water, and fill your containers to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch of the top.

Seeds will grow in many types of containers.

As for growing containers, seeds aren’t picky.

Anything that will hold the soil will work, just

be sure it’s cleaned and sterilized. Make sure the container you choose has good drainage so excess water will run off. A popular alternative to plastic starter trays is earth-friendly pots that break down in the soil. You can plop them right in the garden and avoid disturbing the young plant’s roots.

When your container is ready for the seeds, scatter them on the soil or place individually into each growing cell or pot. Don’t sow seeds too thickly. Read the seed packet for specific planting instructions.

Use a spray mister to gently moisten the planted seeds. Label each flat, row, or container so you can identify them later. It’s a good idea to save the seed packet for later reference.

Some gardeners cover their flats or containers with clear plastic until the seeds germinate. This helps trap heat and moisture.

Seed-starting kits are readily available and can be a big help. They usually include an attached set of good-sized containers, a tray to set them on and a clear lid to hold in humidity during the early stages. Follow directions on these kits; you’ll want to remove the cover when the seedlings reach a certain height.

Seeds can be started in traditional clay pots.

At this stage, seeds don’t need much light, but they do need gentle warmth to germinate.

Set the containers on top of a refrigerator or dryer, or purchase special heating mats sold for this purpose.

Check the soil every day. It needs to be moist but not soggy – you don’t want the seeds to rot. Your seedlings will be much happier if you water them with room-temperature water rather than ice-cold tap water. If your water is chlorinated, fill some plastic jugs and leave out overnight so the chlorine dissipates. Don’t use water that has been through a water softener.

The high sodium levels may kill your seedlings.

Most seedlings like a humidity level of 50 to 70 percent. If the air in your house is very dry, you can keep your seedlings happy by setting them in a waterproof tray filled with small

Consider raising seeds in biodegradable containers.

stones and a little water.

When the sprouts are about half an inch tall, it’s time to turn on the light – and turn down the temps. Room temperature, between 60 and 70 degrees will be ideal.

Seedlings need 14 to 16 hours of direct light to manufacture enough food for healthy stems and leaves. If your plants grow leggy or are reaching towards a light source, they’re telling you they need more light. You can try to increase the light by covering a piece of cardboard with aluminum foil and placing it in back of the seedlings. The light will bounce off the foil and back onto the seedlings.

If you don’t have adequate natural light, you can purchase fluorescent “grow” lights at garden and home centers. If you are growing your seedlings on a windowsill, you may need to supplement with a few hours of artificial light, especially during the winter months.

Before you know it, you’ve got pots of baby plants, or seedlings. Now what?

Once your seedlings develop a second set of leaves, they’ll need fertilization. Use a liquid fertilizer at half strength doses until they are three or four weeks old.

After that, fertilize weekly according to the

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directions on the fertilizer package.

As the weather gets warmer, start “hardening off ” your seedlings. At least one week before you plan to transplant your seedlings into the garden, take them outdoors for an hour or so each day, ideally on a protected porch.

Gradually increase the amount of time outdoors. Be sure to protect them from too much wind and hot sun.

Gardeners are always eager, but if we’re have a cold spring, be patient. After weeks of nurturing your seedlings, you don’t want to lose them to a late frost!

Happy and successful growing. And stay tuned for tips on growing your outdoor garden.

About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career when he was just 13, as a “yard boy” at a garden center.

In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year, Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store on Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, they’ve added a third location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria.

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Food Safety Workshops Coming Up The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) and University of Maryland Extension (UME) will conduct a series of regional food safety training workshops for fruit and vegetable producers.

The $25 registration fee includes lunch and materials. Attendees will receive a certificate of participation following the program.

These one-day workshops are important for small and large-scale producers who want to understand how to meet current and proposed U.S. Food and Drug Administration food safety requirements and meet buyer requirements for Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) certification. The training will provide education on food safety topics as well as assistance in writing and implementing a farm food safety plan for both wholesale growers and direct marketers, whether or not a certification is needed.

Those interested can register online at: gaps2015.eventbrite.com.

Beginner Workshop Mar. 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Southern Maryland GAP training. St. Mary’s Ag Services Center, 26737 Radio Station Way, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Contact Ben Beale, bbeale@umd.edu, (301) 475-4481.

GAP certified.

Mar. 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maryland Department of Agriculture, 50 Harry S. Truman Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401. Contact Sherry Weygant, Sherry.Weygant@maryland. gov, (410) 841-5769.

Registration is limited to 25 participants per training.

Topics to be covered include: highlights of the federal Food Safety Modernization Act; Good Agricultural Practices such as addressing pre-harvest and post-harvest issues; cleaning and sanitation of equipment; writing a food safety plan; and MDA/University of Maryland programs to assist producers in implementing GAP. A large portion of the training will be spent helping producers write their own food safety plans. Producers are encouraged to bring their own personal laptops. Laptops will also be provided to those who cannot bring them.

For more information on these programs, contact Deanna Baldwin with the Maryland Department of Agriculture at Deanna. baldwin@maryland.gov or (410) 841-5769 or Donna Pahl with University of Maryland at dpahl@umd.edu or (410) 440-2047.

Advanced Food Safety Training This is only for growers who are already

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Money Matters

By Lyn Striegel

How to Start a Retirement Plan

Last column we spoke about the need to create a retirement plan. The starting point for you is to create an income statement and a balance sheet. That way, you can see where you are in order to plan for the future.

Now, we want to take that income statement and balance sheet and project what it will look like in retirement. To begin, let’s look at some of your retirement resources.

Everyone gets a social security statement.

When was the last time you checked the accuracy of that statement? Is the income reported on your statement correct? Once you have verified the accuracy of the statement, you can see what the retirement benefit will be at various retirement ages. Take that income into account in your projected retirement income statement.

Pull out your 401(k) statements or, if you have more than one, everything you have.

The majority of working people have their retirement savings in 401(k) plans through their employers. Your employers give you investment choices. Make sure your current investment choices are those that meet your present circumstances and your retirement goals. What do I mean by that? Well, we have previously discussed the critical importance to all investors of the concept of “asset allocation.” Basically, that means spreading out your investment risk across various types of investments—cash equivalent investments like money market mutual funds, equities that move with the market like mutual funds, corporate bonds that will pay you interest, etc.

Your investment portfolio should look like a pie with many slices representing different types of investments. The theory behind this allocation of assets is simple—if one investment goes down, another may go up.

What do your investments look like in your 401(k)? If you are a young person, you can afford to take more risk with your investments because you have time to work and replace losses. But, if you are older and are getting ready for retirement, you do not want to take more risk. You want your investments to be more secure since you will not have the time to replace any losses. That’s why evaluating your investments in your 401(k) is so important

when you are getting ready to retire.

Once you have retired and left your employment, what do you do with your 401(k)?

At that point, your 401(k) can be “rolled over” into another tax exempt vehicle like an IRA. And, you can obtain different investment options when you roll over. If employers have provided restricted investment options to you, your best course is to choose a roll over.

Of course, personal savings need to be taken into account in creating your retirement income statement. But, have you included inheritances in your numbers? The boomer generation will benefit from the largest intergenerational transfer of wealth in history - if you are anticipating an inheritance, list it.

Real estate is another retirement resource.

Although the market value of real property has declined in recent years, you can anticipate some increase in property values over the coming few years. If you have more than one property, you may consider selling or renting that property. You also should look at the value of your current home. Refinancing to a 15 year as opposed to a 30 year mortgage may give you a paid off property at retirement. It is time to start looking at those options.

What about your small business assets?

Did you know 90% of small business owners have absolutely no transition plans in place?

Basically, that means when the business owners dies, the business dies. If that business has made income for you, how about figuring out how you and your family can continue to make income from the business after you retire and when you die?

Finally, don’t discount the value of working after retirement. Even if you plan on working for lesser income, the income you do receive from continuing to work may be able to provide you with a much better retirement.

The Internet is filled with more information on retirement. Do your research and take steps to secure your retirement future.

About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis.

Lyn has over thirty years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).” Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.

Pivot Expands to Chesapeake Beach Bayview Physical Therapy in Chesapeake Beach is joining Pivot Physical Therapy, a leading provider of physical therapy and sports medicine services.

The new location marks Pivot Physical Therapy’s third clinic in Calvert County and more than 80 clinics across six states and Washington, DC providing physical therapy, aquatic therapy and sports medicine services.

The other Calvert County locations are in Dunkirk and Prince Frederick.

Charles Schlater, MPT, founder of Bayview Physical Therapy, will continue working as the location’s clinic director and has been given additional oversight of Pivot Physical Therapy’s existing Calvert County locations.

Schlater has been a physical therapist for more than 15 years. In addition to general orthopedics, his areas of clinical expertise include post-operative care of the shoulder and knee, cervical and lumbar spine rehabilitation, and vestibular rehabilitation.

“Bayview Physical Therapy has provided the Chesapeake Beach community with expert outpatient care for several years,” said Greg Smith, MS, ATC, Chief Strategy Officer of Pivot Physical Therapy and Head Athletic Trainer for the Washington Capitals.

Non-Profit Institute Hosts Seminar The Non-Profit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland will offer an a multisession workshop entitled “What Powers Exceptional Boards?” in the coming weeks.

The four-session workshop will meet Feb. 26; and Mar. 5, 12, and 26 at the Leonardtown Campus from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

For a board to be truly responsible and exceptional it must embrace a number of leadership principles. James Wilson, one of our popular instructors, will lead the participants

through: - Sustaining critical resources - Being results-oriented - Looking toward the future - Exercising intentional board practices - Understanding the concept of revitalization - And more!

Participants may register for two or all four of the sessions. Register online or contact tvitale@csmd.edu for more information.

Charles Sclater, MPT.

“As a resident of Calvert County myself, I’m excited to have Charles join our team. He is highly regarded in our community and has a long-standing reputation among patients and physicians for clinical results that get patients back to living full and active lives. He is essential to Pivot Physical Therapy’s successful expansion in the county.”

The newest Pivot Physical Therapy clinic is at 8501 Bayside Road, Suite C-4 in Chesapeake Beach.

“Pink & Blue” Supports Cancer Programs The 5th Annual Pink & Blue golf tournament held Oct. 25 at the Old South Country Club in Lothian celebrated the life of local resident Joe Pratt and raised $35,000 for breast and prostate cancer at local hospitals in his name.

Proceeds are divided equally between Calvert Memorial Hospital (CMH) and Anne Arundel Medical Center. At CMH, the funds have been used to expand patient education and nurse navigation programs, enhance survivorship offerings and support the purchase of new technology.

According to hospital spokesperson Kasia Sweeney, this year’s proceeds were used to help purchase an advanced specimen radiography system to provide immediate verification of excised breast tissue margins in the operating room.

First held in 2010, the Pink & Blue event, which includes golf, tennis and a 5K, was created by the Old South Women’s Golf Association (OSWGA) and the Old South Charitable Trust. Since it began, the popular charity event has raised over $125,000.

This year’s event was dedicated to Pratt, who was a ten-year resident of Old South and previously of Huntingtown, who died in March at age 74 after a nine-month battle with cancer. He was president and CEO of ANA Painting and decorating for over 40 years.

He was a professional football player, golden gloves boxer and was the recipient of numerous diving and swimming medals.

He enjoyed golfing, boating and was an extraordinary chef and artist.

Pictured (L to R) are Amber Bayse and Dixie Miller of Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, Calvert Memorial Hospital Chief Operating Officer Dean Teague, Old South member Diana Doswell and CMH Foundation board member Mickie Frazer.

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NARCAN Now Available for Overdoses Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The number of heroin overdoses in Calvert County and across the nation continues to increase annually. Prescription drug abusers are finding it more difficult to get their hands on the often abused prescription pills and have subsequently turned to heroin as a cheaper more easily accessible alternative. However, fraudulent prescriptions continue to be a significant problem, in addition to the heroin epidemic.

As a result of the increase in heroin overdoses in Calvert County, the Sheriff’s Office has trained and equipped the majority of our patrol deputies with NARCAN. When deputies arrive on the scene of overdoses with unconscious subjects they administer NARCAN which reduces the side effects of the substance the individuals have overdosed on. Individuals who have overdosed and receive NARCAN are transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital where they are seen by a doctor before they are released. While the NARCAN takes the side effects away and brings the subjects out of their unconscious state, it does not take the substance out of their system. If the subjects “shoot up” or ingest heroin or other

opiates after being administered NARCAN without being seen by a doctor, the potential for a fatal overdose is significantly increased.

Individuals who call for assistance for subjects who have overdosed are exempt from facing criminal charges.

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office patrol personnel continue to make arrests for violations of the controlled dangerous substance laws. The CCSO Drug Enforcement Unit focuses on arresting and prosecuting those selling controlled dangerous substances.

While law enforcement throughout the state continues to battle the heroin epidemic, it is a far bigger problem than law enforcement can address alone.

Citizens are encouraged to contact Calvert County Crime Solvers at (410) 535-2880 to report any tips on drug or illicit activity.

Capt. Todd M. Ireland Patrol Commander Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Prince Frederick

Hospice Offers Program for Vets Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Calvert Hospice is pleased to announce their recent acknowledgement as a “We Honor Veterans Level III” partner by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). The “We Honor Veterans” campaign provides tiered recognition to organizations that demonstrate a commitment to caring for veterans.

The resources of “We Honor Veterans” focus on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening, and grateful acknowledgment, coupled with veteran-centric education of health care staff caring for veterans. Currently, only 263 hospices of the 2540 participating organizations are a Level III Hospice Partner and Calvert Hospice is only one of six to attain this level in the state of Maryland.

“By recognizing the unique needs of our Calvert County veterans who are facing a serious illness, we are better able to care for them and their families,” said Calvert Hospice Executive Brenda Laughhunn. “A Level III designation confirms our commitment to ensuring our veterans have access to the best hospice and palliative care possible, wherever

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George W. Owings III, Secretary of Veterans Affairs designee for the state of Maryland, presents Brenda Laughhunn with a certificate acknowledging Calvert Hospice’s Level III Award at StallingsWilliams American Legion Post 206 on Feb. 6.

they call home.”

For more information about all of Calvert Hospice’s programs and services call (410) 535-0892 or visit calverthospice.org.

Anne Stavely Calvert Hospice Prince Frederick

Thank You from Project Echo Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Staff and Board of Directors of Project ECHO want to express our deep appreciation for you generous support throughout 2014.

Because of your financial support, meal provision, and volunteer work we were able to provide nearly 11,920 bed nights and 26,265 hot, nutritious meals.

The efforts of ECHO House go beyond providing a clean, safe environment for men, women and children. Through our group activities, we try to help people struggling with difficult issues in their lives.

Through our transitional program and our partnership with the Oxford House Project, we are able to assist people transition to selfsufficiency, manage their lives and finances, and become free from substance abuse. We also

provide meeting space for AA/NA meetings.

The need is great and overwhelming at times.

Once again, we thank you for your past support and we ask for your ongoing involvement. As a community, we can continue to improve and enhance the lives of many.

To donate or get involved, call the shelter at (410) 535-0044 and ask for Trisha Gipson, Executive Director or Lori Hony, Shelter Manager.

John Pappas Board of Directors Project Echo Prince Frederick

Program Raises Funds for Breast Center Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Liberty program composed of female athletes that play field hockey and lacrosse for Northern High School held a Pink Game “Play for the Cure” on Oct. 2 to raise awareness for the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care at Calvert Memorial Hospital (CMH).

The team made pink shirts that were worn during warm-up prior to the game and decorated the field and bleachers with pink ribbons, posters and signs to honor their loved ones affected by breast cancer. In addition, the young women wore pink headbands, socks and shoestrings to demonstrate their support.

Each athlete had the words “Play for the Cure” written on the inside of their right arm.

During the month of October, the money

generated from the concessions was donated to the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care.

“It is wonderful to see the dedication to such an excellent cause by these young women,” said Amber Bayse, donor relations coordinator, CMH Foundation, “and we are so appreciative for this generous contribution.”

Liberty is a non-profit program led by young female members that raises money for various projects such as building a turf field at Northern High School and raising money for college scholarships.

Dixie Miller Director CMH Foundation

Pictured (left to right) are Amber Bayse, donor relations coordinator; Rowan McVey and Madison Mulligan of Northern High and Dixie Miller, Director, CMH Foundation.

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Cuisine

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Enjoy Restaurant Week!

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has declared Feb. 20 – March 1 as Restaurant Week in Calvert County. Pictured here with the BOCC to receive the proclamation on behalf of the nearly 40 participating restaurants this year, from left are: Frank Taylor, owner of JT’s Kitchen in Sunderland, Cindy Selby, owner of Blondie’s Baking Company in Prince Frederick and Calvert County Department of Economic Development Tourism Program Specialist Joyce Baki.

On Sun. Feb. 8 at 3:52 pm, patrons of Smokey Joe’s Grille at 41260 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, detected smoke coming from the ceiling area, according to the Maryland Fire Marshall’s Office. Smoke alarms were present but did not activate.

An initial attempt was made to extinguish the fire by using portable fire extinguishers, as firefighters were called. North Beach, Prince Frederick, Huntingtown, Dunkirk, and Anne Arundel County Fire Departments responded. It took 30 firefighters 15 minutes to control.

The fire was contained to the second level of the building and was determined to have been caused by faulty wiring. No injuries reported.

The estimated loss to the structure is $200,000, and $100,000 to the contents. No one was hurt in the fire.

Local resident Marilyn Van Wagner told us she looked out her window and saw smoke pouring out of the structure. “There must have been 20 fire trucks that responded,” she tells us.

Although the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department is less than a mile away, fire trucks had a difficult time reaching the scene because of the gawkers. This is a reminder to everyone the importance of letting first responders through when they know there’s an emergency.

North Beach Fire Chief Donald Gibson tells us, “People stopped their cars on the bridge to look at the fire. Traffic was backed up all along Rts. 261 and 260 so units had a really hard time getting to the scene. Then there were all the people from the restaurants and the hotel who had evacuated that were in the parking lot… and others stopped their

Heavy smoke billows out of Smokey Joe’s Grille.

Photo courtesy of Marilyn Van Wagner of Chesapeake Beach.

cars or came from the neighborhoods to look.

Once we got there to the scene, it only took us a few minutes to extinguish the blaze. But getting there was not easy.”

Wes Donovan, whose family has operated the restaurant since 1994, tells the Chesapeake Current that it’s not known when Smokey Joe’s will reopen. He says repairs will take several months, but that most of the employees were able to transfer to other parts of the complex.

The Rod ‘N’ Reel restaurant and the hotel were not damaged.

The Rod ‘N’ Reel is also now opening at 7:00 a.m. Mon. - Fri. with a breakfast buffet for $7.99 per person to serve patrons of Smokey Joe’s.

The Donovan family, the owners of Smokey Joe’s issued this message: “Our family would like to say thank you to all of the fire personnel for all of their efforts at Smokey Joe’s Grill. We truly appreciate it and cannot thank everyone enough for their efforts.

Thanks to everyone’s prompt response and hard work, everyone was safe.”

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Well Done!

Shake the Winter Blahs with a Wine Pass

Maryland Wineries Association is inviting everyone to end their cabin fever and venture out at the end of February into Maryland Wine Country with the Passport Experience.

Grab a map or get your GPS, gas up the car and set out onto the wine trails to explore the state’s rich culture, museums, attractions and history while learning more about the wines that represent each region.

The Passport Experience is a series of events taking place on each of Maryland’s six unique wine trails over two weekends; February 2122 and February 28-March 1 from 12:005:00 pm. The Passport Experience pass is $25.00 per person and includes exclusive access to all of the participating wineries on any of the six Maryland wine trails, “behindthe-scene” experiences at each winery, a commemorative wine glass, 10% off all wine purchased over the two weekends and discounts at participating attractions, hotels,

restaurants and shopping centers.

To get your pass, or for more information and a list of all the participating wineries, log on to marylandwineevents.com.

One of the six participating trails include is the Patuxent Wine Trail, which covers Southern Maryland: Anne Arundel, Calvert, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s Counties.

The Patuxent Wine Trail is bounded by the Patuxent, Potomac Rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. The birthplace of Maryland, our area is rich in history and flavor, home to many historical landmarks, lighthouses and quaint waterfront towns. Visitors can roam the trail and sample superb wines in a restored tobacco barn, on the slopes of a rolling vineyard or along the banks of a pristine creek. Wineries include Cove Point Winery, Fridays Creek, Perigeaux Vineyards & Winery, Port of Leonardtown Winery, Romano Vineyard & Winery, Running Hare Vineyard, Slack Winery and Solomons Island Winery.

Cheers!

Enjoy Cajun Delights at Mardi Gras

United Way of Calvert County (UWCC) hosts a Mardi Gras gala this year that will whisk guests away to a distinctly French Quarter atmosphere. The gala will be held Sat., Mar. 7, at the Annmarie Garden Arts Center in Solomons.

The 16th annual Mardi Gras is staged to deliver a quintessential New Orleans feast for the senses while raising funds to support 28 local education, financial stability and health programs aimed to lift people out of poverty and crisis.

Entertainment this year is by the Stone Brook Moonshine band.

From the liveliness of Bourbon Street to the bohemian elegance of Royal Street, the French Quarter blends 18th century Spanish architecture with the aromas of French creole cuisine and the sights and sounds of street performers, fortune tellers, artists and jazz musicians. These elements of fun will appear at the 2015 Mardi Gras, from the antics of mimes and streetwalkers to the infectious rock, funk and jazz grooves of Richmondbased band, Stonebrook Moonshine.

Mardi Gras will feature ornate faux ironwork crafted by Huntingtown Elementary art students, street lamps, vibrant painted street scenes, and balconies decorated with ferns and garlands.

The cuisine, artfully prepared by Maryland Country Caterers, will accentuate some classic New Orleans dishes with French influence.

A trio of fried oyster, pulled pork and Cajun shrimp Po-boy sandwiches, and a farm to table display of French Creole soups and

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gumbos and salads are some of the culinary high notes.

New this year, UWCC will offer guests a completely mobile giving experience. From the point of registration, guests will be able to sign up for bidding on any of the silent auction items easily from their phone with prompts and bidding updates texted to them so they can be free to dance, dine and be merry without the hassle of revisiting the auction table.

The heart of the evening’s festivities, the crowning ceremony will honor the 2015 King and Queen of Mardi Gras. After six months of fundraising, the candidates for King and Queen raising the most “votes,” in the form of dollars, will be announced and the 2014 King Chris Moore and Queen Jeannie Stone will pass down their robes and crown jewels.

UWCC aims to raise $100,000 in net proceeds to benefit its Community Impact and Basic Needs grant funds. The bulk of the proceeds come from sponsorship packages.

Mardi Gras sponsorship packages and online reservations are available at unitedwaycalvert. org or contact (410) 535-2000 or e-mail uwadmin@unitedwaycalvert.org.

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Anne Arundel Considers New Craft Breweries Anne Arundel County is looking to get in on the craft beer bandwagon. County Council is considering a change in the zoning ordinance to allow what they refer to as “Breweries, Craft Breweries, and Farm Breweries” on certain properties.

A public hearing was held on the legislation, called Bill No. 8-15 on Feb. 17. It’s sponsored by Councilman Jerry Walker, [R-Crofton], who represents the southern part of the county.

The bill states that it is for the purpose of defining certain terms and adding farm breweries as a conditional use in an RA (rural area) zoning district. It would also allow special exceptions for adding craft breweries as a permitted use in certain commercial, industrial and mixed use districts; adding breweries as a permitted use in certain industrial zoning districts; establishing the conditional use requirements for a farm brewery.

A “Brewery” and “Craft Brewery” are defined as facilities that have been issued a Class 5 Manufacturer’s License under State Code and produces no more than 22,500 barrels of beer per year. The public could access the farm brewery for the purposes of touring the facility, sampling and purchasing beer, and attending promotional events at the brewery. Farm Breweries would also

be given an accessory use permit to sell promotional items including glassware, bottle openers, clothing, and similar items along with plants and produce from the farm.

The definition of “Farm Brewery” also has a Class 8 State Farm Brewery License and produces fewer than 15,000 barrels of beer per year.

Farm Breweries in Anne Arundel County would have to be located on at least 10 acres, and the farm must produce at least 25% of the grain, hops or other natural ingredients (excluding water) that is used to brew the beer. There are additional restrictions included that cover setbacks and building uses for farm breweries.

If you would like to read the entire ordinance, go to ChesapeakeCurrent.com and click “business” for a direct link.

The Brewer’s Association says Maryland has 34 breweries, up from 25 in just 2011, and ranks 37th in the US with .8 breweries per capita, producing 1.2 gallons per adult age 21+. The economic impact of craft breweries in the state was estimated at $455 million in 2012. In 2013, nearly 171,500 barrels of craft beer was brewed. . In 2012, craft breweries made more than $455 million.

Anne Arundel County for more than 20 years has allowed brewpubs, where beer is made for consumption on the premises. The Ram’s Head in Annapolis is one of the most well-known such establishments.

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About the Author: A graduate of the Baltimore International Culinary College and a member of the United States Personal Chef Association, Gwyn Novak of Prince Frederick has been cooking and writing about food for more than 20 years. She has worked in numerous B&Bs, country inns, and country clubs on the East Coast. And now, as a native of Southern Maryland, she offers her special skills as owner and chef of No Thyme to Cook, to help you improve yours in the kitchen. No Thyme to Cook offers cooking classes for couples, adults and children. See their web site at nothymetocook.com for the schedule, call (443) 624.5048 or email info@ nothymetocook.com.

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Heating Things Up in the Kitchen… and Beyond!

By: Gwyn Novak Why would you only show your loved ones how much you care on Valentine’s Day? In this issue of Chesapeake Current Cuisine, we hope to inspire you to show that special someone you care more often – for example, why not consider making them dinner – out of the blue? But not just any dinner. How about one bursting with aphrodisiacs in every course?

Throughout the ages lovers have attempted to make the connection between certain foods and romance. Artichokes, asparagus, chocolate, chili peppers, dates, figs, honey, lobsters, mushrooms, passion fruit (no surprise there – the name kind of gives it away!), ginger, truffles, veal, salmon, pomegranate, bananas, almonds, avocado, red wine, vanilla, bamboo shoots, fried chicken gizzards (really!?!?), leeks, marzipan, coriander, pistachios, cumin, basil, crayfish soup, calf’s brain, eggs, caviar, saffron, pepper, mustard and garlic are just a few of the foods that make the top of the teaser list.

But do aphrodisiacs really work? Do they truly have the power to induce amorous moods and lift the libido?

Believe it or not, there is some scientific evidence to suggest that certain foods do in fact help get us “in the mood,” thanks in large part to their antioxidants, zinc, omega-3s, and unsaturated oils.

So, with that in mind, why no spice things up with a little with some capsaicin… indulge in the earthy, muskiness of a truffle, or nibble on some juicy pomegranate seeds. And while few things in life are guaranteed, the menu that follows is a good place to start! Just be sure to serve it with your favorite red wine. And if you needed any further encouragement, keep in mind that Casanova ate 50 raw oysters every day!

Almond Crusted Salmon with a Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce • ¼ C. almonds • 1 Tbsp. flour • ¼ C. panko • ¼ tsp. ground coriander • ¼ tsp. ground cumin • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz. each) • 2 egg whites • Salt and pepper

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• Freshly cracked black pepper 1 tsp. thyme • ¼ lb. bacon, cut into 2” slices • ¼ C. Parmeggiano-Reggiano cheese

Preheat oven to 425°.

Place the oysters on a cookie sheet. Top each with a cube of butter, a sprinkle of brandy, pepper, thyme and a slice of bacon. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bacon cooks.

Top with parmesan cheese and finish in oven for 1 more minute.

Serves 2.

Avocado & Grapefruit Salad

• 1 large red grapefruit, peeled and sectioned • 1 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced • Red onion slices • Boston bibb lettuce • ¼ C. grapefruit juice

• ¼ C. olive oil • 1 Tbsp. honey • Pinch of cayenne pepper • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Arrange the grapefruit and avocado over the lettuce on each plate. Top with red onion slices.

Whisk the vinaigrette together and serve over the salad.

Serves 2.

Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce

• ¼ C. butter, unsalted, cut into pieces • ½ Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Combine the shallot, wine, & vinegar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer until almost all of the liquor has evaporated. Remove from heat. Whisk in the butter. Season with salt and pepper and lemon juice.

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• ½ shallot, finely diced • ¼ C. dry white wine • ¼ C. white wine vinegar

Preheat oven to 500°.

Combine the almonds and flour in a food processor to grind. In a bowl, combine with the panko, coriander and cumin. Set aside.

Dip the fleshy side of the salmon in the egg whites. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge the flesh side in the almond topping. Place the skin side down on a cookie sheet. Press the topping gently to the fish to adhere. Bake at 500° for 15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.

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Molten Lava Cakes

• 1 stick unsalted butter, plus more for the ramekins • 2 teaspoons sugar • ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon • pinch of chipotle pepper • Pinch of nutmeg • 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped • ½ C. all-purpose flour • 1 ¼ C. confectioners’ sugar, plus more for dusting (optional) • 3 large eggs plus 3 egg yolks • ¾ tsp. vanilla extract • 1/8 tsp. almond extract Preheat the oven to 400°. Butter four 6-ounce ramekins and sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar.

Combine the butter, cinnamon, cayenne, nutmeg and chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until melted and smooth. Cool slightly. Whisk the flour, confectioners’ sugar, eggs and yolks, vanilla extract and almond extract in a bowl until creamy. Whisk in the melted chocolate mixture. Divide among the prepared ramekins.

Bake the cakes until the tops are stiff and the edges darken, 12 to 14 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool 5 minutes. Loosen the edges of the cakes with a small paring knife and transfer to plates while warm. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serves 4.

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Adolfo Aguilar, 86 Adolfo Aguilar, age 86, of Lanham, passed away Jan. 24, 2015 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. He was born Aug. 18, 1928 in Michoacán, Mexico, the son of Carmen Garcia.

Adolfo immigrated to the United States in 1961 and settled in Washington, D.C. In July of 1963 he wed Rosa Alonzo.

One of Adolfo’s proudest moments was in 1988 when he and his wife Rosa became United States citizens. He enjoyed spending time with his family and helping his family in Mexico.

Adolfo was employed as a bartender at the Occidental Grill and later by the Roma Restaurant in Washington until retiring in 1993 He was a member of St. Matthias Catholic Church where he served as an usher, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Mother Seaton Council # 5427.

He is survived by his wife Rosa Aguilar of Lanham, daughter Liliana Barber and her husband Mike of Sunderland; son Jose Luis Anguilar and his wife Deborah of Annapolis; five grandchildren, one greatgranddaughter and a brother Moses Aguilar in Mexico.

He was preceded in death by a brother and sister.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington DC 200906011.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Ethel Lou Bennett, 84 Ethel Lucille “Ethel Lou” Bennett, age 84, of Dunkirk passed away at her residence Feb. 12, 2015. She was born April 4, 1930 in Chesapeake Beach to Wesley and Elizabeth (Buckmaster) Stinnett.

Ethel Lou attended Beach Elementary, and Calvert High School, graduating in 1947. She then attended Washington School for Secretaries.

Ethel Lou was employed as a clerk with the Calvert County Court System, and also worked at the family

restaurants, Stinnett’s and Rod ‘N’ Reel.

She was married in 1951, and they lived in Elizabethtown, KY, for a year before returning to Chesapeake Beach to raise their family. Ethel Lou was also employed as a secretary at Northern High School, retiring in June 1993 after 20 years. She attended North Beach Union and Mt. Harmony United Methodist Churches. She enjoyed bowling, fishing, the Chesapeake Bay, playing Bingo and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by sons Bobby Bennett and wife Lynn of Dunkirk and N. Jeffrey Bennett and Linda Davis of LaPlata. Also surviving are grandchildren Dana Jackson, Crystal, Kyle, Amy, Jacob and Sarah Bennett, and Carrie DiLodovico and Shane Warren and six great-grandchildren.

Ethel Lou was preceded in death by a son Michael W. Bennett and daughter Beth L. Warren and siblings Daphne Donovan, Mary S. Gibson and W. Gordon Stinnett.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Sylvia Bourne, 55 Sylvia Elaine Bourne, age 55, was born Oct. 13, 1959 in Calvert County to the late Donald and Betty Jean Stewart. Sylvia departed her life on Jan. 30, 2015, due to illness.

Sylvia was educated in the Calvert County Public School System.

In her early years, Sylvia worked for T.O. Sanchez. She also worked for the Calvert County Public School System. Sylvia was employed at the Calvert Marine Museum for 20 years.

Sylvia was baptized in Jesus name and received the gift of the Holy Ghost under the leadership of the late Bishop Chambers at Love of God Holiness Church.

In 1982, she was joined in holy matrimony to Melvin Paige Bourne. From that union, two sons were born. In July of 1997 Sylvia joined Zion Hill Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Elder Leroy Berry, where she served as head of the usher board.

Sylvia loved her husband and two sons dearly. Her grandchildren were greatly loved. She would often take all seven of them to church on Sundays.

Sylvia leaves to cherish her memory: a loving husband, Melvin; two sons, Melvin Keith and Maurice, Sr.; one daughter-in-law Mindy; one sister, Doretha Gross; one brother, Donald (Dickie); seven grandchildren, Maurice Jr., Ian, Markus, Mariana, Mahki, Sydney, and Melvin

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Jr.; mother-in-law, Charlotte Jones; five brothers-in-law, Pastor Larry Gross, Pastor Charles Hall, Tyrone Jones, Sr., Ricky Jones and Bellot James; four sisters-in-law, Carol Jean Hall, Maxine Stewart, Gwendolyn James, and Angenett Whittenburg. She also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Sylvia was preceded in death by her niece, Dorothea; father-in-law, Charles Bourne; and grandparents, Clarence and Violet Stewart, and William and Catherine Jones.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Joan Cagliostro, 82 Joan Alvina Cagliostro of Huntingtown passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 at the age of 82.

She was born on May 1, 1932, in New York, one of 13 children to Alvina (Cramer) and Eugene Heck. While living in New York, she met the love of her life, Joseph Cagliostro. They were married in Washington, DC on July 30, 1954 and lived there for a year before moving to Maryland. Joan worked full time while raising her two daughters.

She had numerous hobbies and enjoyments in life, some of which were – playing golf and traveling to different locations and courses, playing volleyball, sewing and participating in different art classes. One of her favorite television shows was “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman” and there were very few Mondays she missed it.

Joan and Joseph were founding members of the Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, and she was a member of the choir.

Joan loved singing and listening to all types of music, especially opera. If you were ask friends and family to describe Joan’s personality, they say she was fun to be with, sharp and quick witted, strong minded, out spoken, an awesome cook and delighted in debates with friends. Her favorite catch phrase was “You people.”

Joan was the beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Cagliostro, who passed away in September, 2013. She was the loving mother of Theresa Albright and her fiancée Rick and Joni Gomilla and her husband Bret.

She was the devoted grandmother of Tammy Donnelly, Dennis, Nicole and Christa Dziekan. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd – Building Fund, 1601 W. Mt. Harmony Road, Owings, MD 20736.

Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings handled arrangements.

Larry Chaney, 64 Larry Michael Chaney, age 64, of Owings passed away Jan. 30, 2015 at Washington Hospital Center.

He was born July 11, 1950 in Washington, D.C. to George and Jean (French) Chaney. Larry was raised in Owings and graduated from Calvert High School in 1968. His school honors included the DAR Award in Elementary School and in high school, he was a member of the National Honors Society and was the third top scholar student four years in a row.

After graduating, Larry received a five-year scholarship to the University of Maryland College Park.

He was employed as a carpenter primarily working for his father’s home building company, Custom Built Homes by George N. Chaney.

Larry was a member of Mt. Harmony United Methodist Church. In his youth, Larry loved playing little league baseball with his brothers and their dad was always their coach. He also enjoyed model car building, restoring cars and vacationing with his family at the beach.

Larry is survived by his parents George “Buck” and Jean Chaney of Owings, brothers David Chaney and wife Candy and Steven Chaney and wife Diane, all of Owings, and a sister Linda Dunn and husband Tom of Owings.

Memorial contributions may be made to either: Loving Care Senior Services, Inc., 242 Laurel Dr., Lusby MD 4323 or Friendly Adult Day Care, 3720 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown MD 20639.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Jerry Walker, 73 Gerald Bernard “Jerry” Walker, age 73, a resident of Federalsburg, and former resident of Shady Side passed away Feb. 11, 2015, at his residence. Jerry was born Nov. 9, 1941, in Strattanville, PA to Edward D. and Catherine M. (Boyles) Walker.

Jerry was raised in Youngstown, OH and graduated from North High School. He married Terri K. Shimer

June 9, 1963, and they lived in Capitol Heights and Lothian and settled in Shady Side in 1989.

Jerry was employed as an engineer at the former Capital Center in Largo, MD, and had been retired since 2004. He was a member of the Deale Elks Lodge 2528 and the Largo VFW. In his leisure time Jerry enjoyed travel, his pet Chihuahuas, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Terri; sons Daniel M. Walker and wife Kathy of Chesapeake Beach, Kenneth R. Walker of Tampa, FL, and Edward E. Walker of Shady Side. Also surviving are grandchildren Daniel, Jr., Jessica and Zachary Walker; a sister Carolyn Taylor and husband Ron of Barstow, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Norman Gibbs, 64 Norman Franklyn Gibbs, Jr., age 64, of Owings passed away Feb. 4, 2015 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born Jan. 4, 1951 in Washington, D.C. to Norman F. Gibbs, Sr. and Vera Mae Taylor.

Norman was raised in Maryland and Virginia and graduated in 1970 from Thomas A. Edison High School in Alexandria.

After graduating, Norman began his career in the elevator trade and retired on June 23, 2010 after 39 years. He served five years in the Army Reserves and active duty from July 19, 1976 to Jan. 27, 1978, where he earned the National Defense Service and Army Commendation Medals.

Norman enjoyed riding motorcycles, playing golf and working with his hands. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and going on family vacations together. Norman always had a positive outlook on life and always found the good in people and situations.

Norman is survived by his wife Bonnie J. Gibbs, a daughter April L. Reffit and husband Mike of North Beach, and grandchildren Justin M. and Brittaney N. Reffit. Also surviving are his mother Vera Mae Taylor of Virginia, step-mother Phyllis Gibbs of Maryland, six sisters Joy Stafford, Jan Shutt, Jeannie Gibbs, Joannie Huntington, Judy Hamilton and Vera Mae Smith, four brothers Gary, Bart, Tommy and George Gibbs, and his best friend John E. Dove “John E.D.” and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Norman F. Gibbs, Sr. Memorial contributions may be made to: Race For Hope, Washington, D.C. For the Team: “Tomorrow’s Hope”(web site: curebraintumors.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Jimmy Curtin, 72 James Richard Curtin, Jr., age 72 of Chesapeake Beach, passed away Feb. 8, 2015. Jimmy was born Oct. 6, 1942 in Washington, DC to James Richard and Marie Emma (Wieland) Curtin.

His early childhood was spent in Berwyn, MD later moving to Owings. He was a graduate of Calvert High School, Class of 1960. He served in the

Maryland Army National Guard.

Jimmy was wed to Pamela A. Cochran at Union Church, in North Beach on May 28, 1977 and resided in Chesapeake Beach.

He was employed as a substation maintenance electrician with Pepco until retiring in 1999. After retiring he resided in Sunset Beach, NC. Jimmy was a charter member of the First Lutheran Church of Calvert County, Stallings Williams Post #206 American Legion of Chesapeake Beach, Elks Lodge# 2679 in Calabash, NC and a former member of the IBEW local 1900 in Washington, DC. Jimmy was an avid hunter, he also enjoyed fishing, skiing, golf and, in his retirement, traveling.

Surviving are his wife Pamela A Curtin and daughter Leanne Curtin of Chesapeake Beach; sister Marlene Vermillion and her husband John of Dunkirk; and brothers Larry Curtin of Dunkirk; and Thomas Curtin and his wife Tina of Port Republic; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, John Curtin.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (calverthospice.org) or American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3 North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054 (cancer.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Hattie Gross, 107 Hattie L. Brooks Gross was born on April 22, 1907 in Calvert County and passed away Jan. 17, 2015 at age 107. She mainly attended public schools in Calvert County, however, there were brief periods of time when she attended public school

in Washington, DC. Hattie was raised by one of her aunts, Bertha Howe.

Hattie met Wilson Gross of Adelina, MD in 1928.

They married in October of 1929. After they were married Adelina became her home. They were blessed with a daughter, Rosalie S. Gross.

Hattie enjoyed working in her many beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. She didn’t complain when she also worked in the tobacco fields. She and Wilson worked steadily together carving out the best life that they could.

Hattie was a long and devoted member of the then known Western Methodist Church. She became a member of the Women ‘s Society of Christian Service.

She served as treasurer for many years. There were many times Hattie planned and presented programs to raise funds for the church needs. Hattie was also a great cook, and hosted many church dinners. Often people said to her, “Miss Hattie where’s the food, do we have any fried chicken?”

Sadly, Hattie’s last years were spent at the Solomon’s Nursing Center. For a period of time she did well, but things changed rather quickly for her in January of this year. She was a woman of constant faith. She trusted God to lead her in all avenues of her life.

Left to mourn her passing; a daughter, Rosalie; nieces, Benita Burnett and her daughter Valencia; and a great number of cousins. She shared a special closeness with Violet Brooks, Gayhart Kent (now deceased) and his son Michael Kent. She provided many details on the family history; she at 107 had certainly lived a lot of that time.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Tony Guido, 75 Antonio “Tony” Guido, Jr., of Elkton, MD and formerly of Calvert County, MD, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at age 75.

Tony was born Nov. 23, 1940 in Morgantown, WV to Evelyn (Sampson) and

Antonio Guido, Sr. When he was nine years old, the family moved to Washington, DC, then to Capital Heights, MD, and then settled in Bladensburg, MD. Tony graduated from Bladensburg High School and joined the U. S. Navy right after. When Tony finished is service with the Navy, he settled in Calvert County.

He worked as a tile setter in Washington, DC and then went to work for the Washington Post. When the employees of the Post went on strike, Tony went to work for Pepco. After 23 years, he retired from there as the lead ship machinist. After his retirement, Tony dappled in the real estate business. He owned some property in Sunderland that he sub-divided and sold. He enjoyed the thrill of investing and was known throughout Calvert County.

Tony was full of life and loved to talk. He was a loving, generous and very social man. Visits with the grandchildren always involved lots of laughter, teasing and tickling. To his family he was known as “Guido” and was very proud of his Italian heritage. He had a great love of animals and rescued a number of them throughout his life. His pride and joy was the African Gray Parrot he rescued as a hatchling and raised it to adulthood.

He was the beloved husband of Christine (Stanley) Guido, who he married in 2003. He was a loving father to Michael Guido, Kevin Guido, Paul Pinkard, Jr., Lorraine Pinkard and Roxanne Granberry. Tony was the devoted grandfather of 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was the brother of Gloria Harris (Bobby), the son-in-law of Florence Stanley, the brother-in-law of Bruce, Albert and Roland Stanley, III and the uncle of Chrissy King and Jimmy Harris. He is also survived by numerous other friends and family.

A Memorial Gathering and Services were held at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, and interment is to be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to CAWL, P O Box 1660, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Shirley Mason, 89 D. Shirley Mason,age 89, of Solomons, passed away Feb. 5, 2015, in Solomons Nursing Center.

Born Jan. 1, 1926, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of the late Walter Lee Mason, Sr. and Rosa Dahlia Butler Mason.

Shirley graduated from McKinley High School in 1945. She served in the United States Navy from 1951 until 1956. She was an insurance agent and also worked for the Department of Energy. Shirley enjoyed crafts, boating, and bingo and was a member of the American Legion Post #274, Lusby.

Shirley is survived by her nieces, Diane Mason of South Carolina, Sandra Hachem of West Virginia, and Rosa Rivera of Virginia, nephew, Owen Mason, Jr. of Florida, and her devoted friend Caroline C. Clarke of California, MD. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Walter L. Mason, Jr., Owen Deshield Mason and Phyllis Mae Mason.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Dick Morgan, 84 John Richard “Dick” Morgan, age 84, of Saint Leonard, passed Jan. 29, 2015 at home surrounded by his family after a long hard fight with melanoma cancer. He was born May 22, 1930 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to the late John Frank Morgan and late Nina Miller Morgan.

Dick left Utah to join the Navy. He entered the Naval Academy from the fleet and graduated in 1955. Lieutenant Commander John Richard (Dick) Morgan USN (Ret) served the Navy for twenty years in destroyers, submarines, and Service Force ships. He retired from active duty, as a LCDR in May 1974.

Dick spent the next 18 years as Supervisor of Operations and Safety for the Charles county Board of Education, retiring in 1993. He enjoyed life in retirement to the fullest; traveling all around the world with the love of his life, Joanie, watching his family grow, playing golf with friends, and attending Navy football games with

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classmates.

Dick is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joan Morgan, and daughter Kelly Wingo. In addition, Dick is survived by his sister Mollie Morgan, brother Craig Morgan, eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by daughter Kim Royal.

Memorial donations may be made to Calvert County Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or Calvert County Humane Society, PO Box 3505, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Sue Kuenzel, 49 Susan Lynn Kuenzel was born Aug. 30, 1965 and passed away Feb. 9, 2015 after nearly a two year battle with cancer. Also affectionately known as “Sue” and “TuTu,” she passed away peacefully at her home in Owings. She was 49 years old.

She grew up in Bladensburg, MD. She was born in Easton, MD the daughter of Helen Mae Olivia Kuenzel, who preceded her in death in 1994, and Edward Lee Kuenzel of Riverdale, MD. In addition to her father, she is survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Danetta Kuenzel and their son, Landon of Christmas, FL and David and Catherine Kuenzel of Edgewater, and their daughters Olivia and Sophia Kuenzel. She is also survived by her best friend of 41 years, Kelli Mulligan, and her children Susie and T.J. Sebastian.

She graduated from Bladensburg High School as part of the class of 1983. She had an 18-year career at the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) in Washington, D.C. While rising to the rank of Assistant Director of Building Support Services, she was near and dear to many of her colleagues.

Sue will be remembered for her friendship, humor, strength, and independence. But most of all, she will be remembered for her kindness. She had a great heart and a kind soul. Simply put, she was the best daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.

The family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital (stjude.org) or Calvert County Hospice (calverthospice.org).

Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings handled arrangements.

Alice Gaines, 93 Alice Hartley Gaines, age 93, of Silver Spring and formerly of Chesapeake Beach, passed away Jan. 21, 2015 at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring.

She was born June 2, 1921 in Strasburg, VA to James David and Mittie Jane (Burner)

Hartley. Alice was raised in Virginia and West Virginia and graduated from Hedgesville High School in 1938.

She was married to William M. Gaines for over 50 years, until he passed away in 1993. Alice lived in Bladensburg, Chesapeake Beach, and Crofton and had lived in Silver Spring at Riderwood since 2000.

She was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star Marlboro Chapter, and also St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church in Bowie.

While living at Riderwood, Alice was a greeter for new residents and kept the residence book for 12 years. In her leisure time, she enjoyed playing BINGO, socializing with her fellow residents and spent much time traveling throughout her life.

She is survived by a daughter Carolyn G. Dilda and husband David, Jr. of Pasadena, MD; and sons John W. Gaines and wife Sharon McFadden-Gaines of Cranberry Township, PA; and James Dennis Gaines of Rockville. Also surviving are three grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, and four great-greatgrandchildren.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband Bill, seven brothers and one sister.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Emmanuel U.M. Church, P.O. Box 484, Huntingtown MD 20639.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Rochelle McCall, 42 Rochelle Lyn Lenz McCall of Shady Side was born Sept. 23, 1972 in Chicago Heights, IL, and passed away Sat., Jan. 31, 2015.

She truly loved Shady Side and was very involved in her church, Centenary United Methodist Church, and her community. Rochelle was very close to many in her community and considered them extended family for her and her boys.

Rochelle graduated from Virginia Tech in 1994 and was an avid fan of her beloved Hokies. While in school, she was very active in her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma where she made life-long friends.

After college, Rochelle worked in human resources for companies including Ferguson Enterprises, Inc., where she eventually met her husband, Glenn. In the years that followed, Rochelle built a thriving business in Mary Kay in order to stay home to raise her sons.

In the last few years she also worked for close friend, Marc Carella at State Farm Insurance as well as at Shady Side Elementary and Southern High School as a special education aide. Rochelle loved working in the school system as it allowed her to spend time with children and be available to her sons.

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Rochelle leaves behind two precious sons, Jack Kellan McCall and Britt Connor McCall of Shady Side; her parents, R. Britt and Janet Lenz of Georgetown, DE; her brother and sister-in-law, Brad and Jennifer Lenz and three nieces, Madison Grace Lenz, Mallory Anne Lenz and Maryn Elisabeth Lenz all of Chesterfield, VA as well as dear friend and companion, David Wayne Mallonee.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 10 years, Glenn McCall of Shady Side, and her grandparents, Ann and Russell C. Lenz, and Claude J. and Evelyn Kaiser, all of Belleville, IL. Memorial contribution may be made to the Rochelle Lenz McCall and Boys GoFundMe account gofundme. com/l827n0.

Hardesty Funeral Home in Galesville handled arrangements.

Barbara Mister, 71 Barbara Ann Mister, age 71, of Prince Frederick, passed away Feb. 2, 2015 at Calvert Memorial Hospital with family and friends by her side. She was born July 2, 1943 in St. Leonard to Irving Frank and Aina Mae (Stallings) Gott. She was the granddaughter to Willie and Katie Marguess of Owings. At eight months old, her mother Aina passed away. Barbara then became the daughter to Norman and Evelyn (Scott) Cochrane. She was welcomed with open arms.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Jeannie and husband Bryan Wood, and grandchildren Benjamin and Amanda Wood of Huntingtown. She also took in a special niece, Betty Lou Reece (m. Tommy Reece) that she helped raise. Also a special companion Danny Burch and his family, a special brother-in-law Robert Mister, a brother Joe Gott of Baltimore, and many special nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Thomas Page Mister. Her sister Louella (Gott) Harrell and brother William Bubba Gott also preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to either: American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Suite 800, Washington, D.C. 20004 or Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn: Donor Services PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265.

Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic handled arrangements.

Russell Reid, 74 Russell Houston Reid, Jr. , affectionately known as “Buddy,” was born Feb. 15, 1940, in Sunderland to the late Gertrude Jones Smith and Russell H. Reid, Sr. He transitioned peacefully in his sleep on Jan. 28, 2015, following a three-year

battle with cancer.

A life-long resident of Huntingtown, Russell spent much of his childhood with his paternal grandparents, Jesse and Lydia Reid, aunts, uncles, and cousins on the family farm. Although everyone worked hard, they also enjoyed laughing and joking with each other during leisure time. These close relationships continued from childhood through adulthood.

Russell graduated from W. Sampson Brooks High School in 1958. He married Phyllis Elizabeth Reid, his childhood sweetheart, in 1960. Over the course of 54 years, the couple was blessed with four children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Russell’s children remember their father for his belief in hard work and intolerance for laziness. He instilled in them the values of strength, resilience, and independence.

Russell spent 35 years in the construction industry, and was the foreman for major projects such as the Smithsonian Institute and U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. In addition to his career, he was always available for neighborhood home improvements and repairs of any kind. He also loved singing, gardening, hunting, and his dogs.

No matter what Russell’s week involved, serving God was a priority every Sunday. He was an active member of Plum Point United Methodist Church and enjoyed celebrating God through song. In fact, Russell sung in every choir at Plum Point; and as a founding member and the long-time President of the Huntingtown Charge Men’s Choir.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Phyllis; children: Gary, Pam (Jules), Paula, Ashley (Jeremy) and Crystal (Jeffrey); grandchildren: Justin, Jerel, Jules, Reid, Bradford, and Quincy; great-grandchildren: Jalin and Jalaya; Godson: Terrell Ennis (Randi); siblings: Velma Dyse (Walter), Nevanda Taylor, and Lamartine Smith (Marlene); as well as a host of devoted aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who will miss him dearly.

Russell was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Curtis Reid and Tashear Alston.

The family would like to thank everyone who has said a prayer, shared a kind word, or lent a helping hand during Russell’s illness.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Ben Napier, 78 Bennie Arthur “Ben” Napier, age 78, of Owings passed away Feb. 2, 2015 at George Washington University Hospital. He was born June 16, 1936 in Aiken, SC to Benjamin Arthur and Polly Maybell (Hutto) Napier. Ben was raised in South Carolina and attended public schools.

He moved to Washington D.C. in 1960 and married Myrtle Mae Lamb on April 14, 1961. They lived in Riverdale and then moved to Owings in 1975.

Ben was employed at Giant Foods and also worked for USPS for 14 years before becoming a security guard at Calvert Cliffs and Calvert Memorial Hospital.

Ben was also a pastor at Randle Cliffs Church in Chesapeake Beach, a chaplain at the hospital, and taught at Chesapeake Christian School in Lothian.

He enjoyed being outdoors, gardening and building birdhouses.

He is survived by his wife Myrtle Mae Napier, a son Ricky A. Napier of Owings, daughter Sharon L. David of Titusville, FL and grandchildren Justin R. Davis of Waldorf, Jennifer M. Davis of St. Mary’s County and Leah M. Napier of Owings. Also surviving are greatgrandchildren Ciaus and Josiah Becker, and a sister

Marie Robertson of Aiken, SC. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Ben was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.

A Memorial Service will be held Sat., Feb. 14 at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Assembly of God, 250 West Bay Front Road, Lothian MD 20711.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (calverthospice.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

June Simms, 80 June Marie Simms, “June Bug,”age 80 of Lusby, formerly of College Park, MD passed away on Feb. 2, 2015 at Solomons Nursing Center. She was born on May 17, 1934 in Washington, DC to Cecil and Mary “Louise” Cave.

On July 20, 1950 in La Plata, June married her “one and only love,” James E. Simms Sr. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite past time was crocheting for her family and they were never without new beautiful blankets, hats, and/or scarves.

June is survived by her devoted husband, James Simms, Sr.; her children, James Simms, Jr. (Jennifer) of Delaware, Robert Simms of Maryland, Judith Thayer of West Virginia, Michael Simms (Tina) of Maryland and John Simms of Florida; thirteen grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; and her brother, William Cave of West Virginia.

June was preceded in death by her father, Cecil Cave, her mother, Mary “Louise” Cave, and her sister, Dorothy Sauls.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Jackie Watson, 85 Jacqueline Louise “Jackie” Watson, age 85, of Tracy’s Landing passed away Feb. 9, 2015 at Kris-Leigh Assisted Living in Davidsonville. She was born July 10, 1929 in Washington, D.C. to Raymond John and

Madge Marie (Dunn) Bittner.

Jackie graduated from Coolidge High School, Sorority Alfa Beta Chi, at the age of 16. She grew up in Washington D.C. Jackie raised a family of six in both Minnesota and Maryland, working as a farmer, housekeeper, and caregiver to her son, Bobby. She was devoted to her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In later years, she enjoyed having her grandchildren spend the night after fishing and preparing them breakfast in the morning.

Jackie loved animals including her beloved “Shady.”

Jackie collected lighthouses and hummingbirds. She enjoyed nature especially feeding the squirrels and birds in her yard and shopping trips to “Wallyworld.” She was an avid baseball fan of the Nationals and Orioles, keeping informed of the latest games and standings.

She is survived by daughters Judith A. “Judy” Neiswenter and her husband David of San Angelo, TX, Deborah J. Dickerman of Deale, and Victoria L. “Vicki” Avila and her husband Ralph of Roseville, CA; sons Peter Michael “Mike” Watson, Sr. and his wife Carole of Leonardtown and Daniel E. Watson and his wife Rebecca of Harwood; and sister Nancy Beadle of California. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Jackie was preceded in death by her husband Robert Edward “Pete” Watson and her son Robert V. “Bobby” Watson.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Joe Stiles, 72 Joseph Emmitt “Joe” Stiles, age 72, of Huntingtown passed away Feb. 11, 2015, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.

He was born Dec. 28, 1942, in Independence, KS, to Emmitt and Wilma (Weeks) Stiles.

Joe was raised in Independence, where he attended public schools. He was employed as an auto mechanic and was sought out by numerous Ford dealerships in the D.C. area for his expertise in transmissions. He lived in Washington, D.C., since 1960 and has been a resident of Calvert County since 1977. He also owned and operated Joe’s Small Engine Repair in Huntingtown, where he was respected and loved throughout the community for his reliable service, honesty, and integrity. In his leisure time, Joe enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, water sports, boating, and his pet dogs.

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Joe is survived by sons Joseph “Jody” Stiles and wife Rhonda of Huntsville, AL and Michael Stiles of Huntingtown, MD and a daughter Nora Edwards of Decatur, AL. Also surviving are six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a brother James Stiles of West Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his wife Cynthia Ann Stiles and a sister Sharon Stiles.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Peachie Waters, 70 Ellen Louise Waters, known as “Peachie,” 70, of Huntingtown, passed away Jan. 23, 2015 at her home.

Peachie was born Aug. 1, 1944, in Calvert County to the late Richard and Catherine Buckler Jones.

Peachie worked at Giant Food as a sales associate for 36 years and was a member of First Baptist Church of Calvert County in Prince Frederick.

She was the beloved wife of Carl M. Waters, mother of Terry Fannon and Allen Fannon, and step mother of Chari Anne Waters and Clifford Marc Waters. She was the grandmother of Kayla Fannon, Ty Fannon, Joshua Bloom, Nicole Dalrymple, Shelby Abb and Emma Abb, she is also survived by brother Kenny Grover and sisters Dinah Jones and Jackie Jones.

She was also predeceased by a son, Randy Buckler, Brother Robert “Bobby” Buckler and her sister Patricia “Pat” Jones.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 or calverthospice.org.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Marie Wildstein, 102 Marie Eva Wildstein, age 102, of Prince Frederick passed away Feb. 4, 2015 at her residence. Marie was born June 8, 1912 in Plum Point to John Edwin and Mary Evelyn (Cranford) Wilburn. She was raised in Plum Point and attended Plum Point Elementary.

Marie married Jacob K. “Jack” Wildstein and they lived on Duke Street in Prince Frederick. She was primarily a homemaker and also worked in her husband

Jack’s Variety Store.

Marie was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church and the Garden Club in Prince Frederick. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, doing yard work and making floral arrangements.

She is survived by grandchildren Theresa Zeisa of Green Bay, WI, Patricia Mahoney of Prince Frederick, and Dominic Flori of North Carolina, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Marie was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Patricia Leah “Patsy” Oberholtzer , brother Guy Wilburn and sisters Gladys Thime and Alma Bowen.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Emmanuel U.M. Church, P.O. Box 484, Huntingtown MD 20639.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

June Wilson, 78 June Marie Wilson, age 78, a resident of Lusby since the 1980s, passed away Jan. 16, 2015 at her residence in Lusby. She was born June 15, 1936 in Homer City, PA to the late Ralph Alexander Ruddock and Hazel Elizabeth Walbeck Ruddock. June graduated in 1954 from Laura Lamar High School, PA. She loved to tend to her garden, watching her birds, traveling in her recreational vehicle camping and spending precious time with her grandchildren and her great grandson.

She is survived by her son, Dennis K. Wilson and his wife Jacqueline of Lusby; grandchildren, Dominque, of Baltimore; Tara of Columbia; Phoebe and Naomi of Lusby; great grandson, Isaac; siblings, Cheryl and her husband Wilbert Wolfgang and R. Kevin Ruddock and his wife Barbara.

June was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Verna Hutchison and her brother, Richard Ruddock.

A Celebration of Life was held at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. Memorial contributions may be made to either: End Hunger Calvert, 6201 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown MD 20639 or Farming 4 Hunger, 6932 Serenity Farm Road, Hughesville MD 20637.

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CURRENT EVENTS Show Your Work at Nature’s ARTcade In June, Calvert Nature Society will present the second annual Nature’s ARTcade, a showcase of art inspired by Southern Maryland at Flag Ponds Nature Education Center in Lusby. Registration is now open. The Call for Artists entry forms is available at calvertparks.org/callforartists. Prize monies for this exhibition will total $2,150. There will be a new award, Best In Calvert, for artists who reside here. There will also be a student exhibit featuring the work of Calvert’s young artists. More info can be found at calvertparks.org/ARTcade.

CSM Theatre “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf.” 7:30 p.m., Feb. 19 and 26; 8 p.m., Feb. 20-21 and Feb. 27-28.

College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theater, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata. An ensemble cast presents a collection of vivid prose and free verse narratives about the lives of women of color. Capturing the brutal, tender and dramatic lives of contemporary women, “For Colored Girls

Who Have Considered Suicide/ Capturing the brutal, tender and dramatic lives of contemporary women, When the Rainbow is Enuf ” offers a transformative, riveting evening of provocative dance, music and poetry. $15 adults, $12 military/ seniors/youth. Production may not be suitable for all ages. bxoffc@csmd.edu, (301) 934-7828; csmd. edu/Arts/Broadway.html Tri-County Job and Career Fair Employer Registration Early Bird Registration Deadline Feb. 27, Job Fair on April 7. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Physical Education (PE) Center, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata. Employer registration for the Tri-County Job and Career Fair is open.

Early Bird registration is $265 through Feb. 27 and $325 through Mar. 27. The Tri-County Job and Career Fair is free and open to all individuals seeking employment. Employer registration is through CSM Career Services at csmd.edu/JobFair or contact Career Services at 301-934-7569 or CareerServices@csmd.edu.

Heart to Rock Marine Museum Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart will appear at the Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion on Saturday, May 23. Heart first showed the world that women can rock when their band stormed the charts in the ‘70’s with hits like “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man,” “Barracuda,” “Straight On,” and so many more. The Wilson sisters not only lead the band, but wrote the songs and played the instruments too, making them the first women in rock to do so. Heart continued topping the charts through the ‘80’s and ‘90’s with huge hits like “These Dreams,” “Alone,” “What About Love,” “Never,” and a string of other hits that showcased the sisters’ enormous talents as musicians, singers and songwriters.

Nancy and Ann Wilson.

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to see Heart perform live in Solomons! Tickets are $49 for reserved seats and $59 for premium seats (additional fees apply) and go on sale to members of the Calvert Marine Museum on Tuesday, March 17 at 10:00 a.m. If you are not a member of the museum and would like an opportunity to buy the best seats in the house, visit calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042, ext. 16 to get signed up before

tickets go on sale. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Tues., Mar. 24 at 10:00 a.m.

As individuals, the Wilson sisters have also achieved significant success. Ann sang on songs that were both chart successes and motion picture themes, like “Almost Paradise” from Footloose, “Best Man in the World” from The Golden Child, and “Surrender to Me” from Tequila Sunrise, while Nancy composed and performed the scores to a half dozen motion pictures including the award winning “Jerry Maguire” and “Almost Famous.”

Along the way, music by Ann and Nancy Wilson and their band Heart sold more than 35 million albums, sold out arenas worldwide, and found their way into the soundtrack of American life through radio, motion pictures, television, and associations with branded sponsors. Today, songs made famous by Heart are heard in every aspect of contemporary culture.

Proceeds from the Waterside Concert Series support the education and preservation efforts of the Calvert Marine Museum.

Chairs and coolers are not permitted.

For additional information or to purchase tickets, please visit the website at calvertmarinemuseum.com. To reach a staff member, please call (410) 326-2042, ext. 16, 17 or 18.

Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver Come to SoMD What a way to close out a series of concerts with none other than, the maestro of the mandolin, Doyle Lawson, one of the lions in Bluegrass music.

Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver will be appearing at the American Legion Post 238 in Hughesville on Sun. March 8. The show is presented by Jay Armsworthy & The Sons of the American Legion.

Lawson, a Tennessee native from Sullivan County, near Kingsport, began playing the mandolin at age 11 with an instrument borrowed from a family friend. Doyle cut his teeth listening to Bill Monroe on the radio playing the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday nights.

The young boy went on to become a Bluegrass legend whose achievements continue to soar.

With nearly 40 albums to their credit, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver (DLQ) have multiple Grammy, Dove, ICM, IBMA and SPBGMA Award nominations, and are seven time winners of IBMA’s Vocal Group of the Year.

In 2013, DLQ were crowned Bluegrass Gospel Artist of the Year at the 22nd Annual Diamond Awards, and Doyle Lawson received his sixth SPBGMA Mandolin Performer of the Year Award. Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver reigned as the Inspirational Country Music Association (ICM) Vocal Group of the Year in 2012, the same year Lawson was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.

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Lawson broke new ground in 2011 with a benchmark Children’s Hospital and Arena Tour, the first tour of its kind in any genre, combining National Anthem performances at major sporting arenas with performances for boys and girls at Children’s Hospitals in the same cities or regions. Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver performed for nearly 108,000 people during six games in 2011 alone - not including live broadcast audiences for the NBA and NCAA games - as well as for countless children, families, and staff in visits to children’s hospitals.

The doors open at noon and the show starts at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $20.00 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advanced by sending a check or money order to Jay Armsworthy, P.O. Box 741, California, MD 20619. They will be held at the door. BBQ sandwich platters will be available for sale prior to the show.

The American Legion is located on the corner of Maryland Rt. 381 and 231 in Hughesville, MD. For more info, visit americanlegionbluegrass.com or call (301) 7373004.

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CURRENT EVENTS Friday, February 20 Caring Canines: Caring Canines is a pet therapy program created by Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat.

They provide volunteer pet therapy teams who want to make a difference in someone’s life by sharing their pet’s loving presence. Caring Canines will visit, giving seniors a chance to meet some of their volunteers and pets. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

Seafood Dinner: The chef will be dishing up this luscious entre with all the sides, salad and beverage beginning at 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 Auxiliary. This is a meal you won’t soon forget. In the lower level dining room, the cost is $10. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Call for more info (301) 855-6466. Public welcome. ALpost206. org.

Friends and Lovers Bistro! Enjoy wine, delicious appetizers, and silent auction items. Jazz by Gretchen and Randy Richie. Proceeds benefit the Community Mediation Center of Calvert, which provides free mediation and conflict resolution services to the residents of Calvert County. $35/seating limited! Call (443) 295-7456 for tickets or mail check to: CMCC, P.O. Box 807, Solomons, MD 20688 or pay with Pay Pal: calvert-mediation.org. 6:30 p.m., Solomons Island Yacht Club, 14604 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Swingin’ Soiree: Put on your dancing shoes and chase away those winter blues for a party to benefit

Freedom Hill Horse Rescue. Live music by the Hot Buttered Nuggets. Wine tasting (additional charge), silent auction, CLUE Murder Mystery. Prizes for best attire. Tickets $60/ea. or 2/$100. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts 7:00–10:00 p.m. Friday’s Creek Winery 3485 Chaneyville Rd., Owings. For tickets: FHHRSoiree.eventbrite.com or call Kristy at (240) 320-7715 or email freedom.hill.org@gmail.com.

Visit: freedomhillhorserescue.com.

Membership Meeting: All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the general meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m., in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For info call (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org.

Saturday, February 21 Garden Smarter - Rain Gardens and Techniques: Capture and reuse rainwater on your property with rain gardens and other water saving techniques to have a lush and diverse landscape while keeping sediment and pollution out of the bay. 10:00-11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. For more info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Intro to Stained Glass: Learn how to cut, shape and grind glass, as well as foiling and soldering techniques to make a small sun-catcher for your window.

Members $50, nonmembers $55. All materials are included. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons.

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Sculpting with Wire: Learn basic methods and practice applying various techniques to create a decorative wire tree. Each student will leave with their own unique tree and the knowledge to continue working with wire. Classes will be held from 10:00 a.m.-noon and from 1:00-3:00 p.m., please specify which time at registration. Member Cost: $15, nonmember cost: $20. A materials fee of $10 is due to the instructor at the start of class. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons.

Advance registration required, please call (410) 3264640 or email to info@annmariegarden.org.

Guided Winter Hike: Join the American Chestnut Land Trust expert guide on the annual ACLT winter hike at the Parkers Creek Preserve. Take in views of Parkers Creek and the Bay; look and listen for wildlife on the excellent ACLT trails! Hikers of all ages and experience levels welcome. Sorry – no dogs. 1:30 3:30 p.m. Registration required at ACLTWEB.ORG. Meet at the North Side Trailhead at Double Oak Farm, 676 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick at 1:20 to sign in. Free.

Galesville Community Square Dance Party: Square dances + circle dances + contra dances = BIG fun! Live Music!! Traditional Appalachian dance tunes.

Sit-ins welcome on fiddle, guitar, & clawhammer banjo. All ages, no partner, experience, or lessons necessary. Adults: $10, ages 5-17: $5, under 5: free.

5:30 p.m. doors open. 6:00 p.m. potluck dinner/ optional. 7:00 p.m. family-friendly dancing. 8:30-10 p.m. more challenging dancing. Galesville Memorial Hall, 952 Galesville Rd. For more info call (301) 926-9142 or visit communitysquaredance.wordpress. com. Supported by the West River Improvement Association.

Sunday, February 22 The Culture of Tattoos: Tattoo artists and individuals are invited to submit photographs of their tattoos - personal, symbolic, or mystical.

Selected images will be shared on the Calvert Marine Museum’s “Stories Skin Deep” website gallery.

Up to 20 images will be selected for display in the Photography Exhibit: Personal Tattoo Stories in the lobby from Mar. 1 – 31. All appropriate entries will be posted digitally. The deadline is Sun., Feb. 22 at 11:59 p.m. Submissions must be made online. Visit bit.ly/ StoriesSkinDeep for more information and to submit your entry. More info call (410) 326-2042 x62.

Struggle for Freedom: Actor, writer, historian, genealogist, motivational speaker Chris Haley will discuss shared heritage, the history of slavery in the United States and the struggle for freedom.

Sponsored by Bayside History Museum and Calvert Library. 2:00-3:00 p.m., North Beach Town Hall. 8916 Chesapeake Ave. For more information contact (410) 535-0291 or CalvertLibrary.info.

Monday, February 23 Movie On The Big Screen - Lincoln: Director Steven Spielberg takes on the towering legacy of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his stewardship of the Union during the Civil War years. The biographical saga also reveals the conflicts within Lincoln’s cabinet regarding the war and abolition. Starring Daniel DayLewis as President Lincoln and Sally Field as Mary Todd Lincoln. 12:30 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater.

Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

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Evening Family Storytime: For preschoolers and caregivers. Program includes books, songs and flannelboard stories. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, Solomons. To register call (410) 326-5289.

Gospel Music Concert: The Brooks United Methodist Men’s Choir and the Gospel Sisters will light up the library with a gospel music performance.

Between songs, Guffrie Smith will share a brief history of gospel music and insight into the history of specific pieces. If you love music, do not miss this event. 7:00 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. For more information, call Robyn Truslow (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.

February 24 & 25 Landscape Painting in Watercolor: Learn how to paint landscapes while creating a step-by-step watercolor masterpiece! Learn color-mixing, value, and composition. Students leave with a completed artwork. All levels of experience are welcome.

Members $140, nonmembers $150. Materials fee of $15 due to the instructor at the start of class. Students may bring their own supplies and avoid the materials fee. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. Advance registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email to info@annmariegarden.org.

Tuesday, February 24 Ask The Undertaker - Funeral Planning: This presentation provides guidance to start planning for a funeral or cremation experience commemorating your life. Ryan Helfenbein, columnist for Outlook by the Bay magazine, will answer commonly asked questions. Join us for refreshments and learn more.

10:00-11:00 a.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

Casual Tuesday Dinner: Shrimp is featured for $10, including sides, salad, roll, and beverage in the lower-level dining room. 5:30-7:00 p.m. American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Call for more information (301) 855-6466. Public welcome. ALpost206. org.

Featured Programs: Academy of health professions, food production, cosmetology, Cisco networking/ cyber security, graphic arts, manufacturing engineering technology. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. For more info call(410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib. md.us.

Anne Arundel South County Concert Association: Alex DePue with Miguel De Hoyos presents an evening of classical to bluegrass and rock with amazing virtuosity and emotion. This super-charged duo of violin and guitar will have you rolling in the isles with laughter. 7:30 p.m. Southern High Shool The concert is free to subscribers of the South County Concert Association, Anne Arundel County Concert Association and Performing Arts Association of Linthicum, Inc. Non-subscribers $20/ person. For more information contact F. R. Gouin at (301) 789-3295 or southcountyconcerts.org.

February 25 & 26 Dr. Seuss Evening Storytime: Stories songs and cake to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday! Wed., Feb 25,

CURRENT EVENTS 6:30-7:30 p.m., Calvert Library Prince Frederick; Thu., Feb. 26, 7:00-7:45 p.m., Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Owings; Thu., Feb. 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake Beach; and Thu., Feb. 26, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Calvert Library Southern Branch, Solomons. For more information call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Wednesday, February 25 NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Bay Area Chapter No. 1363, Southern Anne Arundel County, will hold its general meeting at at Pirate’s Cove Restaurant, 4817 Riverside Dr., Galesville. Guest speaker, Bob Costa, retired Maryland House of Delegates, Health and Government Operations Committee, will discuss how the Maryland Legislature works to develop health care policies which support our citizens. Lunch is ordered from the menu. Members, invited guests and interested visitors are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, school closing and late opening reports will determine if the meeting will be held. For more info, call (410) 867-2207, (410) 741-1750 or visit facebook.com/narfe1363.

Lovestory: T.A. and D are the powerhouse vocal entertainment duo, Lovestory. Their show includes jazz hits of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Motown and soul hits from the 50′s, 60′s, and 70′s. With an emphasis on songs that celebrate life and love, Lovestory fills the room with the energy of love. 1:00-2:00 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/ aging for more info.

Song Circle/Jam Session: Singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. For more information call (410) 326-5289.

Thursday, February 26 Movement: Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Join us for some shake’n fun. 10:00-10:30 a.m., Calvert Library Southern Branch, Solomons. For more information call (410) 326-5289.

Little Minnows: Things that Go Bump in the Night.

Bat’s sonar, owl’s big ears, and raccoon’s sensitive paws – learn how animals use their senses to navigate the night. For children ages 3 to 5 years old and their caregivers. Free for CMM members; $5 for nonmembers. 10:00-11:00 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For more info visit calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

JobSource Mobile Career Center: Get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. Visit the mobile center 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Southern Branch, Solomons. Info: call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Friday, February 27 Van Trip - Amish Market: A Department of Aging

and Disabilities van will take center members to the Harbour Center and Amish Market in Annapolis.

10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Space on the van is limited. Sign up by Fri., Feb. 20. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

Southern Matinee: As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man’s life, family, and American society. Watch the trailer for The Butler.1:00-4:00 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. For more info call (410) 3265289.

Potluck Dinner: You won’t be disappointed when you join us for the Chef’s Choice Potluck Dinner. 5:307:00 p.m. in the lower-level dining room. Hosted by the Auxiliary of American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome. $10 price includes entrée, salad, sides, roll, and beverage.

Call (301) 855-6644 for more info. ALpost206.org.

Saturday, February 28 Garden Smarter: Gardening With Children: Grab your kids and tools and head to the garden. Come and experience some practical ideas for getting little hands and minds into the garden. Parents, bring your children! 10:00-11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake Beach. For more info call (410) 257-2411.

Hall of the Post located on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Questions may be directed to Karen Miller at (301) 855-0188. ALpost206.org.

Capitol Steps Return: CAASA’s “Comedy Invasion for Project Graduation” features the “Capitol Steps” at the Calvert High School auditorium Prince Frederick. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; show begins at 8:00 p.m. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit an all-night, alcohol-free and drug-free celebration for graduating seniors from the county’s four public high schools. Tickets $30/advance, $40/door the night of the performance, CAASA members and students under 18 are $20. Tickets can be purchased at Floral Expressions in Owings and Lotus Kitchen in Solomons. For more info, call the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) office at (410) 535-3733.

Sunday, March 1 Vendor Quarter Auction: Bidders purchase numbered paddles $3/ea. of 2/$5 – a ping pong ball with the same number(s) goes into a spin bin. Vendors offer items for auction (new, quality items from their companies.) Based on the value of the item, you bid on the item with quarters. Over 70 prizes will be won!

Lots of variety, tons of fun to benefit the Calvert County 4-H Program. Concessions available for purchase. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Auction begins at 2:00 p.m. Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair

Dr., Prince Frederick. Questions or reservations - call Valerie Seward (240) 416-4224.

Bugs & Flowers: Learn about cool bugs and flowers that are popping up in Maryland this time of year, play some fun buggy games and make cute crafts! $2/child, ages 3-11, child must be accompanied by an adult. 2:00 p.m. Bayside History Museum, 4025 4th St, North Beach. Pre-registration required due to limited space: baysidechildrensprograms@Hotmail.com or (301) 855-4028.

CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Holly Roadfeldt, piano. 3:00 p.m., at the College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick.

Piano soloist Holly Roadfeldt made her orchestral debut with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra at the age of 13 and continues to be an active solo pianist and chamber musician performing standard and eclectic recital programs in the United States, Europe and Asia. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. Free. rfleming@csmd.edu, (443) 550-6011, csmd.edu/ Arts/WardVirts/index.html.

Chesapeake Community Chorus: This allvolunteer chorus performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. We are looking to add new singers to the chorus. No auditions are required. Practice 4:006:00 p.m., Huntingtown United Methodist Church, 4020 Hunting Creek Rd., Huntingtown. Contact Larry Brown, Director, (301) 855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net.

Pysanky: Ukrainian Egg Decorating: Create a beautiful egg in the time-honored Ukrainian tradition.

Pysanky eggs are created using motifs rooted in nature and the cycles of life. Each participant will receive an egg and a Pysanky kit containing the basic tools and materials required for the class. Ages 16 and up. $20/person ($20/FOJB members. Pre-registration and payment required by Feb. 25. Space is limited.

10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, 1361 Wrighton Rd., Lothian. Registration: Call (410) 741-9330 or e-mail programs@jugbay.org to check availability. Your reservation will be secured when a payment is received. Make checks payable to Friends of Jug Bay. For directions or information visit jugbay. org.

Jewelry Trunk Show: The Museum Store will feature Michelle Pressler’s collection of modern heirlooms inspired by the Bay. Light refreshments will be served.

Free gift with purchase. For more info contact the Museum Store at (410) 326-2750. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Nuno Felted Scarves: Learn a technique that combines silk and wool through a wet felting process.

The lamination of silk and wool creates a beautifully textured and light draping fabric--no needles required!

Members $70, nonmembers $75. Materials fee $18 due to the instructor at the start of class. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. Advance registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email to info@ annmariegarden.org.

Toy Boat Building Workshop: Make your own toy boat in the Maritime History Hall. $2 donation requested with museum admission. 2:00-4:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For more information visit calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament: $100 buy-in. Public welcome. Doors open at 3:00 p.m.; Games start at 4:00 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in the Upper Level

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