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A movement is underway to gain support for building a skating facility to support local families whose children are into hockey, figure skating, and other ice-related sports. Is this something you’re interested in as well? The story on page 5…
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Just in time for Black History Month in February, a new book chronicles the families and lives of African Americans who were instrumental in one local community. The story on page 25…
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16 Apply For County Executive Anne Arundel County Council meets on Thurs. Feb. 21 to vote on candidates for County Executive. This meeting, to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of John Leopold, will be televised in Anne Arundel County beginning at 7:00 p.m. on these cable channels: Comcast Channel 98, Broadstripe Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 38. Leopold resigned Feb. 1 after being convicted of charges related to misconduct in office. He will be sentenced in March. Sixteen Republicans, all Anne Arundel County residents, have applied for the position, and the council is conducting public interviews. At the meeting, each candidate will have five minutes to give a statement then be asked questions by council members. Council will then conduct a roll call vote on the applicants. Each applicant receiving at least one vote will continue to the next round of roll call votes until a candidate is selected. To win, a candidate must receive at least four votes from the council members. Here is the list of 16 applicants, in alphabetical order, who possess a wide variety of skills and experience: Tom Angelis (Former director of the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks; previously a police officer; ran twice for County Executive)
Phil Bissett (Former MD Delegate) David Cordle (Former Annapolis Alderman) Ingrid Dean (Political Consultant) Kendel Ehrlich (Attorney and former MD First Lady) Ron Elfenbein, M.D. (Physician) John Gary (former County Executive) John R. Hammond (Current Acting County Executive) Rick Hoover (Businessman from Glen Burnie) Patrick Jameson (Former MD State Trooper who ran for Anne Arundel County Sheriff in 2010) Curtis Kingsland (Odenton resident) Laura Neuman (CEO of the Howard County Economic Development Authority) Steven R. Schuh (State Delegate representing District 31, Pasadena) Millard T. Snowden, Sr. (Glen Burnie resident) James Wilhelm (Former Marine, Naval Academy grad, ran for Congress in 2010) Derick Young (Former House Candidate) If you can’t attend the meeting or watch it live on cable, check our web site, ChesapeakeCurrent.com after the meeting to find out who is selected as Anne Arundel’s next County Executive.
Museum To Raise Admission Following action by the Calvert County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) it will cost visitors more for admission to the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) in Solomons in the near future. Director of the Calvert Marine Museum, Doug Alves, noted that there had not been an increase in admission fees in nine years, since 2004. Alves and the CMM Board of Governors asked the commissioners for a two-tier rate hike, with some fees going up this July and another increase next July. The CMM budget has been under stress in recent years, he said, with the museum failing to cover its expenses. Also, an extensive remodeling project is being planned. Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt suggested a one-time increase. “Why two steps? Why not do it all this July? From a citizen perspective, they’ll ask questions – you raised it last year and then you’re raising it again this year? Sometimes if you rip off a Band Aid all at one time, it’s better. We like to have things that are sustaining. No one is forced to go to museum. The Board of Governors needs the additional revenue.” Alves indicated that the Board of Governors was asking for the admission increases over two years because they feared pushback from the BOCC. But since that was not the case, he indicated that it’s likely they will move forward with the increases in one step, this year. The original request was to increase admission fees for children from $2 to $3 effective July 1. Then July 1, 2014, admission would be raised from $7 to $9 for adults, $6 to $7 for seniors and military, $3 to $4 for children and $4 to $6 for the adult group rate. Alves described the hikes as “modest fee increases” in line with what other area museums charge, and he said he doubted they would price
Beach Hikes Fees Citing increased maintenance and personnel costs, the Town of North Beach is raising fees for access to its small, sandy stretches of beach for 2013. The greatest increases will be for
out-of-county residents who will be charged $2 more per person for the 2013 season. Beach fees for Calvert County residents will be $1 more per visit, per person.
Beach Access Fees North Beach Residents (must show residency within town limits) Calvert County Residents (must show proof of Calvert residency) Senior Citizens (ages 55+) Adults (ages 12-54) Children (ages 3 – 11) Children (ages 2 and under) Out of County Residents Senior Citizens (ages 55+) Adults (ages 12-54) Children (ages 3 – 11) Children (ages 2 and under) This translates into a family of four (two adults and two children) coming to North Beach from out of county being asked to pay $40 for the day at the beach. Mayor Mark Frazer said at the Feb. 14 council meeting, “It’s a lot less than the water park (in Chesapeake Beach) charges.” He added that the Economic Development Committee determined that these fees are in line with what’s charged at other beaches on the Chesapeake Bay, including Breezy Point and Sandy Point. By raising the fees, the town hopes to collect nearly $58,000 more a year from non-residents. In 2010, out of county visitors paying to access the beach numbered 27,655; 26,493 in 2011; and 27,876 in 2012. Based on an average of 27,341 visitors per year over the three year period, the revenue from raising the fees $2 per person on out-of-county residents would be
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$54, 682. In the past three years, the town has seen a downward trend in the number of Calvert County residents paying to visit their beach. In 2010, 3,927 paid for beach access; 3,151 in 2011; and 2,775 in 2012. The average of those three years is 3,284. Therefore, by raising the fees $1 per person on in-county residents, the town hopes to collect an additional $3,284 per year. At the same time, the town is also increasing fees for renting public spaces for weddings, birthday parties or other special events, and offering new “amenities” such as chair and tent rentals. Town Clerk Stacy Wilkerson said she is receiving more and more calls inquiring about renting public facilities, with ten calls about weddings in the previous week. Here’s the new fee schedule approved by council Feb. 14:
North Beach Facility Rentals (six-hour time periods) T-section of the fishing pier, the pavilion (also known as the bandstand), Wetlands Overlook Park and Callis Park (on Chesapeake Avenue, by the Bayside Boys & Girls Club) “Finger Piers” at 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 7th Streets Increased admission fees at Calvert Marine Museum coincide with a major renovation project.
anyone out of visiting. Alves called the museum, “an economic engine that brings money to the county.” Last year, he said, 73,000 people visited the Calvert Marine Museum from all states, Washington, D.C., and 32 countries. However, of the 73,000 visitors, 58% of them got in for free during events such as First Free Fridays every month, and the very popular Patuxent River Appreciation Days. Commissioner Susan Shaw commented, “The bottom line is most people who pay to go to the museum are from out of the area. So I would prefer to let the Board of Governors make a decision about the timing. They are struggling on a daily basis. They know better than I do.” BOCC President Pat Nutter concurred, “They need the funding. I agree it should be done all at one time to shorten a slow process which irritates me to no end.” The BOCC approved the increases 3-1, leaving it up to the Board of Governors to decide when they would go into effect.
Electrical Connection Tent (20’ x 20’) Tent (20’ x 30’) Tent (small pop-up; four available) Chairs (120 available) Tables (six foot round; 10 available) All clean-up is the responsibility of the facility renters. The town council also voted to increase planning and zoning fees across the board for permits for new construction, home additions, garages and the like. Most will be going up $50, which for some categories is double what’s now being charged. The long list of new fees for those services will be posted on the town’s web site at ci.north-beach.md.us. Also at the Feb. 14 meeting, the town presented Joy Hill Whittaker of the Bayside Boys & Girls Club of Southern Maryland (BGCSM) with a check for $3,376.31, which Mayor Mark Frazer said was the proceeds from this year’s Polar Bear Swim on New Year’s Day. For the first time, the town asked plungers to voluntarily contribute $25. Hill Wittaker also announced at the meeting that the BGCSM was recently selected by Verizon for its “Community Innovator
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Award.” Verizon is also leasing more space on the town’s water tower for 15 additional small antennas. The negotiated contract will provide the town with an additional $3,000 per month. Sprint and AT&T are also in the midst of upgrades and also interested in leasing more space, which would mean additional revenue for the town. In all, the town collects about $73,000 a year for leasing space on its water tower for communications antennas. Mayor Frazer said bids for the development of a “passive park” on property recently purchased by the town at 3rd and Bay Avenue will be reviewed at March council meetings. Frazer said seven bids were received, ranging from $2,400 to $54,000, adding that the bids on the low end, “won’t even begin to give us what is needed.”
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Students Brainstorm On Real-Life Project Interested in the University of Maryland student project to develop ideas for a Performing Arts Center (PAC) that might be built one day in North Beach? If so, you’re invited to a workshop on the topic at the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation building at the University of Maryland at College Park on Fri., Feb. 22, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. This workshop is free and open to the public. A week earlier, 41 architectural students, organized by fellow student Aaron Warren of Chesapeake Beach, visited the town to hear about plans for the PAC. The student with the best design may receive a $1,000 prize from the town. Town architect Phil McCormick says it’s possible that some of their design elements could be incorporated into the final plans, although the student project is non-binding and professionally qualified architects will be hired to develop the final designs. “We have a conflict – a dense area of town is in areas that do flood. So the challenge for architects is how to resolve that,” McCormick said. McCormick says rising sea levels pose a serious challenge for the future. Two of the three
Students pack North Beach Town Hall to get background on a proposed Performing Arts Center.
parcels under consideration for the PAC: 5th & Bay and 7th & Bay lie in a flood zone and are frequently underwater. The third location being considered, at 3rd & Chesapeake Avenue, is the only proposed location on higher ground, outside of the flood plain. Preliminary designs by McCormick have estimated the construction cost of a three-level, 200-seat performing arts center with a rooftop restaurant to be about $2.8 million. That works out to a little over $200 per square foot. However, Warren advised the students, “It
could be two levels or four levels. It doesn’t have to be three.” Warren owns several lots in the beaches, including several across from one of the proposed PAC sites. Warren and his brother also own a construction company. McCormick said that a major challenge is to create a performing arts center that will fit within context of the community. Much of the town still consists of one and two story cottages, with a few rebuilt to three levels. A recent survey McCormick conducted found that residents like the small town, eclectic feel of North Beach. The closest description of what most residents would like to see built in the future would be “like Cape May.” That seaside New Jersey town is widely known for its charming, late 1800’s Victorian architecture. Professor Luis Quiros told the students that it’s a delicate balance building in unique waterfront communities like North Beach, where man-made and natural elements are side by side. He urged them to listen to closely to all that local officials told them about the town. “It’s a community and social responsibility, so as architects, we don't want to work in isolation. We expect you to be proposing natural elements and systems to protect the buildings and the coasts.” “The melting of the poles, the warming of environment – we know it's happening and faster than expected,” Quiros added. And that will have an impact on North Beach and other communities along the Chesapeake Bay. Last year, the professors took students to the Eastern Shore to work on similar “real” projects in Dorchester County. One was in Cambridge, and a second in Vienna, MD. And like in North Beach, the students analyzed the repercussions of sea level rises, and worked with grad students in the landscape program on a master plan proposed park and an eco-museum in an area that was prone to flooding up to three feet deep. They visualized the impact of storm surges, walked the town like they did in North Beach, met with community leaders and discussed ways to link the natural and the man-made.
Town Architect Phil McCormick (left) and developer/architecture student Aaron Warren of Chesapeake Beach lead University of Maryland students on a tour of the town.
Grace Mary Brady, curator of the Bayside History Museum, told how weather and waves have changed the local landscape since the early 1900’s. Hurricanes and floods destroyed Capt. Oscar's pier in North Beach, the amusement park and the huge, wooden rollercoaster in Chesapeake Beach, the famed bathhouse and saltwater pool, and most recently, Wesley Stinnett’s restaurant. Brady told the students, “The weather is always a challenge. The Performing Arts Center would have to be elevated.” She added that she hoped the students could incorporate “green” elements, including solar panels. “Isabel was only a tropical storm when it hit here and it completely wiped out two blocks and dozens of homes. Had we been hit by a Category 4 hurricane, I shudder to think…” she said. It will be ten years ago this year that Isabel hit in 2003. Since then, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assisted in educating people and now requires a minimum elevation of six feet. Brady concluded, “If you want to live on the water, there's a price to pay. Even the winds and being close to the water, the salt causes rust, severe mold and mildew. So I hope you will think about designing something that can survive a hurricane - and last a long time.” John Hoffman, town engineer, added that half of North Beach lies in the ‘Critical Area,’ a zone that covers an area 1,000 feet back from the Bay. He also told the students about new seawalls now under construction to help protect the beach from erosion and further mitigate flooding from storm surges. He added that new 100-year flood plain maps take into account a possible two-foot rise in sea level (previously, it was one foot) meaning that many more homes in the area are now considered “non-compliant.” Architect Michael Hartman, a member of the North Beach Planning Commission, gave this Students look at one of the sites being considered for advice to the students: “We don't want it to be the Performing Arts Center, Nice ‘N’ Fleazy Antiques an eyesore. This is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We should do it well and do it beautifully.” at 7th & Bay Avenue.
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On the Brink of a New Rink?
The Humane Society of Calvert County presents
Rock-n-Roll for Rescues 4th annual
March 9, 2013 Show Begins at 7:30 PM Holiday Inn Solomons
By Nick Garrett
155 Holiday Drive, Solomons, MD 20688
A movement is afoot. There is quite a devoted following of parents whose children engage in ice sports such as ice hockey and figure skating. When speaking to these families, they share the frustrations about having to drive to neighboring areas, such as Bowie, to participate in these sports. The solution may largely take root driven by Facebook. With already over 1,000 “likes” and 750 people “talking about this,” it’s getting serious. A gentleman came to see me at The Garrett Music Academy to share what they were trying to accomplish. “This is a very grassroots movement right now, we are handing out flyers to invite people to join our discussion on Facebook,” said Kelvin Simmons. He and his wife, Nance Pretto Simmons of Chesapeake Beach, who own the Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin Robbins in Lusby are active in trying to get this project rolling. Both of their children are involved in ice sports and they have been able to gain many allies and a great deal of attention so far. The most inspiring aspect is that they do not expect the government or some large quazi-government entity to do the work or make the rubber meet the road. They envision a private venture in which the government plays a bit role in the preliminary stages of land development. This is a wise stance in a county with an all-Republican Board of Commissioners who have undone some of the social spending of the past, such as The Chesapeake Hills Golf Course at Solomons, shooting down expensive plans for improvements. The idea of an ice rink at all is progressive for Calvert County since we are continuing to be a destination for families moving into the area. Calvert
also boasts one of the top 20 spots for “most wealthy places in the Country,” ranking between spots numbered 14 to 9 over the last several years. This undertaking would be quite an ambitious one, but Simmons and others are starting out small by generating a buzz, creating a network, and soliciting people’s experiences on ice. Here’s a recent post: “Share your skating comments, pictures and stories of support for an ice rink in Calvert County. Help make the dream a reality in Calvert County! If you live Calvert County or anywhere in Maryland, Virginia or D.C. and would support/patronize a multisheet/multi-purpose athletic facility in Calvert that would include an ice rink, let your voice be heard! Calvert County is closer than ever to getting it's first ice skating rink. Please share this page with fellow supporters. Every voice counts!” Building support early is an effective approach to successfully building a community-oriented center. When the politicians begin taking a look at this they will most certainly note the popularity of school sports and analyze the success of current facilities such as the Edward Hall Aquatic Center. In the meantime, if you’re interested in this, they want “you” to like them on Facebook and share your stories in this true community approached project to explore a potential need and generate a buzz on the ice. You can find this site at facebook.com/CalvertCountyIceRink/inf o or simply search Facebook for Calvert County Ice Rink.
Featuring musical guests
THE FABULOUS HUBCAPS and Calvert County’s finest
ROCKIN’ ELVIS! Come enjoy a night full of music, dancing, food & drinks (to purchase), raffles, and a silent auction! All proceeds benefit the HSCC. Our popular photo booth will be returning!
Tickets are $40/person Discounted rooms are available. Book by Feb. 28th with the code: HF9
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PICK YOUR TABLE! This year you have the opportunity to pick your table! Hurry up and reserve your spot with your friends! (Scan the QR code with your phone or visit the website below)
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About the Author: Nick Garrett is the owner of The Garrett Music Academy in Owings, a published author, and has served and continues to serve on various boards and commissions in Calvert County. He and his wife Krista have twin daughters, Juliette and Charlotte.
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New Current Column:
South County Views By Bea Poulin
Chesapeake Environmental Protection Association Forum: Healthy Bay, Healthy Fisheries? Managing the Future of the Bay Saturday, March 16 7:00 PM Schmidt Conference Center Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Edgewater, Maryland
Will current actions to “Restore the Bay” ensure the future of sustainable fisheries? Topics will include: What do we know about the Bay’s ecosystems and fisheries? Will current and future fisheries management practices be successful? How will the future environmental shift impact ecosystems? Will species acclimate and adapt?
CEPA’S DISTINGUISHED 2013 FORUM PRESENTERS: DR. THOMAS MILLER, Director of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Dr. RAGHU MURTUGUDDE, Professor, University of Maryland Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science, Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center. Executive Director, Chesapeake Bay Forecast Project
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What does Anne Arundel County government do for you, anyway? It depends on who you talk to and how old they are, but most people I talk to are generally suspicious of and do not like government at any level. They view it as a complex structure of faceless agencies that have no ability to relate to everyday citizens. But in fact, the work of government is to address the core functions of our jurisdictions whether it’s the city, the county, the state or the nation. In Anne Arundel County, there are county employees in over 30 departments working to improve access, provide better and timely information for citizens, and they do it with little fanfare or acknowledgement. If you have a chance to interact with them, caring personalities shine through that help with the intricacies of the policies, processes, and the almighty county code. Add the evolving use of the Internet, and social media to the mix and one can access government from the kitchen table – to pay taxes and utility bills, contact elected officials, register for summer camp, check out pets to adopt, view the status of a building permit application, and submit a complaint. But wait there’s more, today’s government wants to reach you and teach you how to use their electronic mapping to determine where flood zones are located, to view neighborhoods from a satellite, and to drill down through a 400-page budget document to see how local tax revenues are being allocated. Getting answers from government online is getting better every day. In less than five clicks of your mouse, an Internet user can find basic statistics about any community. For Anne Arundel County, go to aacounty.org and click on Online Services and click again on MyAnneArundel. Once there, enter an address to find your local school, library, police district, elected officials, and view local crime stats. And through a computer, there’s another great resource available to our Anne Arundel residents: the county library. In South County, there are two great libraries – one in Deale and the other in Edgewater. Each library has its own
website and rows of computers. Find the monthly programs and resources online at aacpl.net. In the library and online, students can get information about homework help, job seekers can get help with resume writing, referrals, and training, and inside, now through early April, income tax assistance is available for seniors and low-income residents. There are special events for the entire family that cost nothing, not to mention, the books, the DVDs, ebooks, and the ability to have a live chat with a librarian. There are more direct communications available that keep us all informed about danger in our community – whether a hurricane, a hazardous spill, a rash of break-ins, or worse. The Police & Health Departments and the Office of Emergency Management offer instant messaging. All you have to do is sign up for a text message, a phone call, or an electronic newsletter to be alerted to these dangers. Southern District Police uses Nixle to send alerts. Sign up at aacounty.org/Police/southernDist.cfm. The Health Department sends Community Health and Recreational water quality alerts. Sign up at aahealth.org. Emergency Management uses CODERED to alert residents who sign up at: aacounty.org/OEM/ CodeRED.cfm. In its own bureaucratic way, on its homepage, Anne Arundel County invites you to “LIKE” it on Facebook, follow its Tweets, or sign up for many electronic newsletters at aacounty.org/ SocialNetworking.cfm. These are just a few great ways for you to overcome your dislike of government and feel that you have a government that serves you. And if you still don’t want to use a computer or go on Facebook just call (410) 867-2027 or (301) 970-8250 and you will get a real person who really wants to help. About the Author: Bea Poulin has resided in Shady Side, MD for 29 years with her husband. For the past 12 years she has served as a community specialist for South County in the County Executive’s Office of Community & Constituent Services. Bea is the founding President of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild that represents over 120 local artists. She also serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Anne Arundel Community Action Agency, Inc.
By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner Will It Affect Your Land? Will some of the changes in local land use mandated by the General Assembly affect you personally? If so, how? One factor, if you want to build a home in Maryland, is the Growth Tier in which the property is located, which may determine your ability to build and how much you may have to spend before you even break ground. In 2012, the General Assembly of Maryland passed into law the Sustainable Growth and Agricultural Preservation Act of 2012 aka known as Senate Bill (SB) 236 or the Septic Bill. The Act applies only to residential subdivisions. Its primary goal was to prevent major residential subdivisions (eight or more lots) on septic systems under the guise that septic systems are bad for the environment. I have already written in the Chesapeake Current that this premise is false for a properly functioning septic system not close to a shoreline or stream, but, rather, most pollution of the Chesapeake Bay is due to sewer spills, which overwhelm all other environmental efforts. The mechanism for limiting new major subdivisions and lots on septic systems is the requirement that all Counties in MD enact four mapped Growth Tiers based on current land use, zoning, the type of sewerage system available and/or planned, and the preservation status of the property. Only Growth Tier III allows major subdivisions on septic systems. Minor subdivisions (seven lots or less) are allowed on septic systems in Growth Tiers II, III, and IV. The prohibition of major subdivisions (eight lots or more) in Growth Tier IV mandates limited rural residential development on approximately half of the land in Calvert County. Estimates of the potential lots lost to development in Growth Tier IV range from 272 to 1829. Growth Tier III, where major subdivisions are allowed, encompasses about 45% of Calvert County, but land actually available for new subdivision
development totals much less after all the currently developed land is subtracted. What if you are a landowner in Tier IV? You may not subdivide your land into more than seven lots, even if you own several hundred acres. So, who designates these Growth Tiers? Calvert County held a joint public hearing with the Planning Commission to designate the Growth Tiers using the criteria mandated by the State Department of Planning, but we have left the record open for the time being in the hopes that the State Legislature will rethink “one size fits all top-down state land use planning” that usurps successful local agriculture preservation efforts. We are also trying to partner with the MD State Department of Planning and the MD State Department of the Environment regarding proposed regulations that exceed the dictates of the Act. Meanwhile, information about the role of the Conowingo Dam is surfacing. Located in the Upper Bay on the Susquehanna River, it has held nutrients and sediments behind the dam for many years, preventing their flow into the Chesapeake Bay. However, the catch basin behind the dam has filled up and needs to be dredged. Aerial photos show a heavy brown plume of nutrient-laden sediment that stretches from the dam to south of Calvert County and covers most of the Chesapeake Bay, burying underwater grasses and oyster reefs. Re-licensing of the dam is coming up with a $60 million projected price tag to return the dam’s ability to protect the Chesapeake Bay from the nutrients and sediment loads traveling down the Susquehanna River. Was sufficient weight given to the Conowingo in the admittedly flawed Chesapeake Bay model that is the basis for the $1.2 Billion price tag for full implementation of the Watershed Improvement Plan for Calvert County? Clearly not. The State Legislature should work to fix the Conowingo, eliminating a huge point source of pollution, before it erodes personal property rights of landowners. Look for information on other land use changes besides the Growth Tiers in future columns.
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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Reports: Disorderly Conduct On February 16 at 2:00 a.m. Dep. B. Schaefer and Cpl. R. Wilson were assisting a woman in the parking lot of Applebee’s Restaurant in Prince Frederick. The woman stated that her belongings were inside the vehicle she was standing next to, but that the driver would not let her retrieve them. The driver, later identified as James Norman Gunnell, III, age 26 of Huntingtown, showed signs of impairment. He began yelling at the woman and banging on the car windows. He was told to stop and ordered to the ground but became combative with officers, kicking Cpl. Wilson. TFC Gill of the Maryland State Police assisted and was also kicked by Gunnell. Gunnell was subdued and arrested and charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and second-degree assault.
James Norman Gunnell, III
The Solomons Food Lion store manager reported to DFC J. Smith on February 16 at 3:20 p.m. that a disorderly person had been in the store spitting on people and refusing to leave. Smith made contact with the suspect, later identified as Keith Griffith Jones, age 25 of Chesapeake Beach,
walking toward the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. While speaking with Jones, he used profanity and was asked to stop but didn’t. Jones was wanted on an open warrant through Charles County for failure to appear. Jones was placed under arrest for disorderly conduct and was also served with the open warrant. CDS Violation On February 4 at 10:02 p.m. on Md. Rt. 4 at Skinners Turn Road in Owings, a 17-year-old female from Sunderland was charged on a youth report with possession of marijuana after it was discovered by Dep. M. Quinn on a traffic stop. The juvenile was released to a parent. Theft, CDS Violations Dep. J. Brown responded to the Lusby Walgreen’s for the report of a theft on February 4 at 7:34 p.m. A store employee advised that a woman was seen stealing merchandise. Brown made contact with the suspect and determined she had over $50 worth of items that she did not pay for. A search incident to arrest revealed suspected drugs. Chelsea Lee Hoofnagle, age 26, of Lusby, was arrested and charged with possession of heroin, possession of a schedule III drug; Suboxone, use of drug paraphernalia; 5 used hypodermic needles, two counts of possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; spoons and plastic bags, and theft less than $100. False Statement, DUI Cpl. M. Naecker observed a speeding vehicle traveling south on Md. Rt. 4 through Prince Frederick on February 5 at 1:06 a.m. Cpl. Naecker attempted a traffic stop but the vehicle sped up, traveling at over 80 MPH in a 55 MPH posted zone near the Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad. The vehicle finally came to a stop
a little past Sixes Road. The driver initially provided a false name and other identifying information. Cpl. Naecker was able to determine the real name of the driver and placed him under arrest. He is identified as David Louis French, 31 of Washington, D.C., and has been charged with false statement to a peace officer, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving on a suspended license, and other traffic violations. Additionally, French was wanted on an open warrant out of Montgomery County. Thefts Sometime prior to Feb. 15, suspects unknown stole an air-conditioning condenser from the rear of a home in the 3400 block of Holland Cliffs Road in Prince Frederick. The condenser is valued at $8,000. DFC N. Funchion is investigating.
A home in the 1100 block of Muskogee Lane in Lusby was burglarized during daytime hours on February 5. A Playstation 3 system, numerous games and sport-themed clothing and hats were stolen that have a total value of over $2300. Dep. L. Wood is investigating.
DFC A. Locke is investigating the theft of a Briggs & Stratton 5500 watt generator valued at $800 that was stolen from a shed behind a home in the 3700 block of Dory Brooks Road in Chesapeake Beach. The time of the theft is unknown.
Theft of Handgun Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded to the 1900 block of Ponds Wood Rd. in Huntingtown for a reported theft on Feb. 4 at 6:13 p.m. A suspect stole the victim’s handgun and its case from the residence. A suspect has been developed and the investigation continues.
On Feb. 16 at 4:38 p.m. DFC J. Lord responded to the Dunkirk Walmart for the report of a shoplifter in custody. DFC Lord arrested Christian Turney Holdt, Jr., age 66 of Darien, Ct., and charged him with theft less than $1,000.
State Police Barrack U Reports: Possession of Heroin Trooper First Class Sorenson responded to a reported traffic collision on Mt. Harmony Rd. near Rt. 2 in Owings on Feb. 14 at 1:59 p.m. Scott A. Callaway, age 26 of Huntingtown, was found to be in possession of suspected heroin and drug paraphernalia. Callaway was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
Possession of Concealed Weapon On Feb. 10 at 5:07 p.m., Senior Trooper Gill stopped a vehicle for traffic violations in the parking lot of the Fastop in St. Leonard. A search of the vehicle revealed a Ruger handgun. Deon Someone stole the tailgate of a white Ford L. Jones, age 22 of Lusby, was arrested and pick-up truck that was parked outside a home in incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention the 1400 block of Knight Avenue in Dunkirk Center. overnight between Feb. 16 and 17. The tailgate is valued at $1000. DFC N. Funchion is Destruction of Property investigating. Trooper First Class Smith responded to the 3100 block of Broomes Island Rd. in Port Republic for A victim in the 5800 block of Bayside Road in St. a reported destruction of property on Feb. 4 at Leonard advised Dep. G. Gott that someone on 4:57 p.m. A mailbox and newspaper box were February 12 had taken his five-gallon Blue Rhino destroyed. Investigation continues. propane tank that had been on his front porch. The investigation continues. Shoplifting Trooper First Class Wiersma responded to the Destruction of Property Fastop in St. Leonard for a reported theft on Feb. Unknown suspect(s) drove on the golf course at 5 at 8:05 a.m. A suspect took two items from the Chesapeake Hills Golf Club in Lusby sometime store and exited without paying. Investigation overnight between February 11 and 12 causing continues. $2,000 in damage. DFC J. Smith is investigating. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Trooper First Class Wiesemann stopped a vehicle A home in the 300 block of Coyote Trail in on Bayside Road north of Breezy Point Rd. in Lusby was damaged when someone shot the Chesapeake Beach for traffic violations on Feb. 6 siding with a suspected BB gun. The cost of the at 10:10 p.m. A passenger in the vehicle, damage is estimated at $50. Dep. L. Wood is Shrnique L. Hutchins, age 42 of St. Leonard, was investigating. found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. She was charged and served a summons for Someone threw eggs at a vehicle parked outside a Possession of Paraphernalia. home in the 800 block of Monarch Lane in Huntingtown overnight between February 5 and Possession of CDS-Suboxone 6. Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle for DFC N. Funchion at 410-535-2800. traffic violations on Rt. 231 near Adelina Rd in Prince Frederick on Feb. 7 at 8:17 a.m. Jeffrey A. Burglaries Brice, age 28, of Mechanicsville, was arrested for Someone entered a home in the 12400 block of driving on a suspended license. During a search, Ridge Road in Lusby and stole copper piping. It Suboxone was located. Brice was charged and is unknown when the burglary occurred. DFC J. incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Smith is investigating. Center. DFC J. Bell is investigating a burglary the occurred on February 1 between 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at a home in the 12400 block of Rousby Hall Road in Lusby. A black Wii gaming system, a white Nintendo game pad, some Xbox games and Wii games, together valued at over $1000, were stolen.
Possession of Marijuana Trooper First Class West responded to the Super 8 Motel on Commerce Lane in Prince Frederick on Feb. 8 at 7:15 p.m. for a complaint about possible drug usage. Nichoals S. Craig, age 21 of Barstow, Brian M. Bissen, age 19 of Towson, Michael R. Philhower, age 19 of Hopkinsville, KY, and John O. Lewis III, age 19 of Edgewater, Someone entered a home in the 9300 block of were found to be in possession of marijuana. River View Road in Broomes Island sometime They were arrested and charged. between mid-January and February 15 and stole an Aquos flat screen television. Dep. G. Gott is investigating.
Driver Runs Car Into House A Harwood man in an unregistered vehicle is hospitalized after driving that car into a house. Anne Arundel County Police say 20-year-old Ryan Douglas Anderson of Bethel Lane in Harwood was driving the black Honda Civic on Sat. Feb 16 at 1:30 a.m. when he apparently failed to negotiate a 'T' intersection by driving straight through, into a house at
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Hillside Ave. and Edgemont St. in Edgewater. The house was occupied; however, no one inside was injured. Anderson sustained severe injuries as a result of the crash and was transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma in critical condition. Investigators say it is unknown at this time if alcohol contributed to the crash. Speed does not appear to be a factor.
A Bird Named "Wisdom" By Bob Munro
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normally devote this column to something going on, around or under our part of the Chesapeake Bay. This time you'll read about a bird living thousands of miles away in a part of the world most of us will never see, but I think you'll find the story of "Wisdom" fascinating. Literally in the middle of the Pacific Ocean lies Midway Atoll, a small collection of islands made famous in June of 1942 when the US Navy defeated a Japanese attack remembered as the Battle of Midway during World War II. A decade or so after the war, the Department of the Interior assumed responsibility for a newly created Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. Only 2.4 square miles in size (smaller than the incorporated limits of the Town of Chesapeake Beach), Midway is the breeding area for more than 70% of the w o r l d population of the Laysan Albatross (Diomedea immutabilis) whose population was recently estimated at more than one million adults. The Laysan Albatross (see photo) is a true seabird, visiting land only during the breeding season. They spend the majority of their life soaring over the open ocean in search of food. Some have reported that these birds even sleep while soaring. They are about the size of our Great Black-Backed Gulls (Larus marinus, see photo) but with a larger wingspan of more than six feet. Albatross reach sexual maturity at about six years, and adults pair for life. If one of a pair dies, the survivor may accept another mate. In 1956, a young biologist with the US Fish and Wildlife Service named Chan Robbins was sent to Midway on a bird-banding mission. Now 94 and retired, Chan still spends a few days a week at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, MD, which is also home of the North American Bird Banding Laboratory (BBL). The BBL maintains bird banding and recovery records for millions of birds and decades of banding activity. One of the albatrosses that Chan banded in 1956 was incubating a single egg. Backdating from 1956, that bird, now known by the name "Wisdom," must have been at least six years of age at the time of banding. Wisdom, therefore, was hatched during 1950 or earlier. Spring forward to 2006, the 50th anniversary of bird banding at Midway, when Chan visited the island and found Wisdom sitting on her nest. Because bird bands, especially those in a marine environment, wear out with age,
banders will typically replace worn bands and report the replacement to BBL. S i n c e Wisdom's rediscovery in 2006, she is known to have nested at Midway every year since then, and was found again just a few weeks ago caring for a single egg, which is normal for the species. Now known to be at least 62 years young and still producing viable eggs and wearing her 6th leg band, Wisdom continues to rewrite the record books. She remains as the oldest bird we know of living in the wild. Birds and animals in captivity are protected from many of the daily rigors of life, like finding food and shelter, inclement weather, evading predators, etc. And biologists estimate that an adult albatross may fly 50,000 miles a year! Wisdom is most definitely a wise old bird, always selecting a good nest site and, along with her mate, taking good care of yet another albatross chick. Sat., Mar. 9 you might want to check out "Learn from the Pros.� Before the Spring Trophy Season begins, spend a day with Charter Boat Captains from around the Chesapeake Bay to learn the tricks of the trade. This all-day series of seminars will be offered at the Annapolis Elks Lodge, 2517 Solomons Island Road in Edgewater (near the Rt. 2 - Aris T. Allen Blvd. junction). Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Lunch and snacks included in ticket price. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. First Seminar starts at 8:00 a.m. Seminars include Bottom Fishing, Summer Trolling - Blues, Spanish Mackerel, Live Lining, Light Tackle Jigging, Trolling for Trophy Stripers, and Trolling with Planer Boards. For more information on the event, visit the Maryland Charter Boat Association website at marylandcharterboats.com. Have a question about Chesapeake Bay fishing? Send your questions to "onthewater@chesapeakecurrent.com" and we'll do our best to get you an answer. Don't catch 'em all, Bob Munro
About the Author: Bob Munro of Chesapeake Beach has been a career research biologist for the US Fish & Wildlife Service. At one time or another, he has visited every river entering the Chesapeake Bay from the Susquehanna Flats to Hampton Roads. An avid fisherman, he's fished the mid-Chesapeake since the mid-1980s.
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By Brian McDaniel Pests in your home? “Ain’t nobody got time for that!” I’ve been looking for a way to use that quote from a ridiculous yet famous YouTube video I saw once. Now that I have, I can move on! Norman Stafford, BBG member and technician for Arrow American Pest (AAP) in White Plains is our subject this week. So let’s take a moment and learn about Norman, the company and some facts about pesky pests.
Norman retired from the Navy in 1996 and ventured into real estate. Then, Norman used his housing experience and Navy skills to become the “Pest Terminator!” Ok, I may have built
that up just a bit too much! But Norman has a great sense of humor and is different than a lot of pest control people out there. Having used many pest control companies myself, I can tell you that Norman is someone who takes time to educate you about your particular problem. Even if you don’t have one or you think you don’t have one, Norman’s consultation will equip you with everything you need to make a sound decision about treatment as well as preventative maintenance to keep bugs away in the future. Norman has a sincere approach to his craft that combines excellent customer service with years of expertise in the pest treatment industry. Arrow American Pest Control (AAP) has been in business since 2002 and employs credible, trained technicians with top-notch certifications. You may not know this, but not all pest control companies handle termites. APP tackles termites head on with effective, low-risk solutions.
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One of the many things that Norman and his team specialize in is using environmentally safe, Bay-friendly pest management systems that are incredibly effective. Another nice thing about these technicians is their knowledge of insects and other pesky critters. With this knowledge they are able to pinpoint their locations and safely remove or terminate them. AAP also specializes in real estate inspections. If you’re a Realtor and you’re the one who recommends this service to a homebuyer or seller, you could become your customer’s hero. With all the recent hype over bed bugs, did you know that a dog can be trained to detect them? I learned that from AAP’s web site. So if you happen to end up with these critters, you now know where to turn. Their website makes it easy to schedule an appointment, learn about the pests they target and become familiar with their terminology. AAP not only takes care of insects, but also mice and other rodents in your residence or commercial location. AAP is a successful woman-owned and locally operated business - not a huge chain. Bonnie Morris owns the company and Norman has now been a partner for over a year. AAP is all about personal service and connecting with their customers. In fact, customers can call Norman and his team directly. When you do call,
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expect good listeners. They will ask all the right questions and then schedule a time to thoroughly inspect your home or business. Each Norman Stafford. service is conducted in a very unique fashion and a solution is provided that’s specific to the inspection and your needs. At Arrow American Pest Control they believe in giving back to the community with projects like Melwood, Hospice and the Lion’s Club camp programs for kids. Having a professional and knowledgeable pest control person in the BBG is great for business and great for our homes. It’s not something we think about until we need that kind of service, but keep Norman in mind in case you do. As he often says, “If pests are bugging you, bug me!” To “bug” Norman, give Arrow American Pest a call at (410) 257-0077 or visit them online at ArrowAmerican.com. About the Author: Brian McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He serves as one of three Ethics Commissioners for the Town of North Beach and is part of the communications team for the Bay Business Group.
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The Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland’s third annual conference for the region’s nonprofit organizations will be on March 8 at CSM’s La Plata Campus. Employees, board members and volunteers are invited to attend. The conference will feature a keynote address, “The Board’s Dashboard: Getting the Data You Need to Govern,” by Justin Pollock, founder and principal of Orgforward. Participants will then select from ten presentations on fundraising, strategy, volunteer recruitment, strengthening community relationships and utilizing public access television. Registration is $40 per person before Feb. 25 and a rate of $35 per person for groups of five or more people from one organization.
Registration is $55 per person after Feb. 25. To register online, visit csmd.edu and look for the link to the Non-Profit Institute or contact CSM Service and Volunteerism Coordinator Heather Zeolla at (301) 934-2251 (email: hzeolla@csmd.edu).
Hospital Foundation Board Welcomes New Members The Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees is welcoming two new members – Michael Cox of Huntingtown and Lynette Entzian of Lothian. Cox, a Registered Financial Consultant and president of Calvert Wealth Management in Dunkirk, brings special expertise in financial management, marketing and planning to his new role. He has also accepted the position of the CMH foundation’s treasurer. A lifelong resident of Calvert County, Cox is a graduate of the University of Maryland where he obtained a bachelor’s in mechanical Michael Cox engineering and business management. He went to complete his graduate certificate in financial planning at Georgetown University. Active in the community, he has served on the Calvert County Community Fund and on the board of trustees at Huntingtown United Methodist Church. Cox helps build homes each summer in central Appalachia through the Appalachia Service Project. He is also a member of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce. As a young man, he was involved with the hospital through his former work at the volunteer fire department. He also worked at CMH in respiratory therapy during college breaks. “I understand the important role a hospital plays in a local community through all phases of life,” Cox commented, “and want to ensure CMH remains a top performing hospital that is respected, trusted and there for you when needed.” As vice president of her family’s excavating business, Entzian is in charge of recruitment, management training and marketing. She has also been negotiating and resolving conflicts within the construction industry for over 17 years. Entzian studied business management at the University of Maryland University College as well as mediation at Howard Community College. Currently, she serves as vice president of the Business and
Community Advisory Board, which creates programs that p r o v i d e opportunities for Southern High School students by bridging the classroom Lynette Entzian experience with the practical skills necessary for transitioning to college and the business community. In addition to chairing the sponsorship committee for this year’s CMH ball, she has helped raise funds for Anne Arundel Medical Center, Saint Jude, End Hunger in Calvert County and area food pantries. Entzian has also served as a Cub Scout leader, 4-H leader, dance teacher for young children and fitness instructor for seniors. She and her family are also members of the Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. “My involvement with the hospital and our community,” said the mother of four “is a direct result of the blessings my family and I have experienced. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the hospital in this new role with the foundation’s board of trustees.” The 11-member board is comprised of local residents who volunteer their time and talents to raise funds for expansion projects, new technology and healthcare scholarships. They join board members Schrader B. Grady, II, of Fantasy World Entertainment, retired learning specialist Michelle Frazer of Chesapeake Beach, Kathy Dickinson of Dickenson Jewelers and Karen O’Brien of Curtis Homes. The foundation board also includes Robin Henshaw of PraiseVoice Studio, Dr. Y. Renee Bright of Calvert Internal Medicine Group and CMH board member Donald M. Parsons, Jr. In addition to Cox, the officers for the coming year are Prince Frederick attorney Mark Davis, president; Terri Wolfley, vice president and Cindy Parlett, secretary. Established in 1989, the CMH Foundation organizes several major fundraisers throughout the year, including a casino night, golf tournament and black-tie gala. For more information about the foundation’s activities or to make a gift, call (410) 535-8178 or visit www.calverthospital.org.
Have A Heart Employees at Calvert Memorial Hospital Wear Red to raise awareness about heart disease and to encourage everyone to attend their Healthy Heart Expo on Thursday, February 21. For more information, call (410) 535-8233.
Country Club Helps CMH Fight Cancer Mickie Frazer, left, and Catherine Marinelli, center, members of Old South Country Club’s Pink and Blue Golf Tournament Committee, present a check for $14,100 to James J. Xinis, President and CEO of Calvert Memorial Hospital. Their annual event in Lothian raises funds for educational programs about breast and prostate cancer. The proceeds are divided equally between Calvert Memorial Hospital and Anne Arundel Medical Center. Catherine Marinelli is one of the daughters of the late Dr. Glenn Marinelli, whose memory was honored during the event. He was a respected physician, an ardent supporter of the hospital’s foundation and best remembered for his sense of community. Dr. Marinelli passed away in 2011 after a valiant battle with colon cancer.
Recognition for Hospice Brenda Laughhunn, Executive Director of Calvert Hospice has been recognized by the Maryland Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve with an “Above and Beyond” award. Laughhunn commented, “We are proud to encourage and assist employee participation in National Guard and Reserve and on military duty for anyone working at Calvert Hospice. We value the partnerships between Calvert Hospice and the military units in our community.” With the support of employers, members of the National Guard and Reserve are able to continue their service whenever they are needed. These members of our armed forces provide half of our nation's uniformed military personnel. In fact, some military skills are found only in the Reserve components. With the training received each year, the men and women of the National Guard and Reserve are also prepared to support peacekeeping missions and humanitarian relief efforts and to respond to natural and domestic emergencies such as the recent
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aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. R i g h t now, more than 100,000 members of the Guard and Reserve are on extended active duty in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, K u w a i t , Afghanistan, B o s n i a , Kosovo--across the United States and around the world fighting the Global War Against Terrorism. In fact, The Secretary of Defense has said that anytime the United States is conducting a significant military operation, Reserve forces are called upon to serve alongside their active duty counterparts. For more information about this or Calvert Hospice’s “We Honor Veterans” program call (401) 535-0892 ext 4008.
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By Lyn Striegel
What’s Crowdfunding? One of the most difficult problems facing small business is the lack of capital. Friends and relatives are usually the initial investors in a small business. But, once the business prospers, and more capital is required, the business faces almost insurmountable obstacles in borrowing money. Bank loans are the most difficult to secure. It is customary for the small business owner to pledge everything from the business assets and inventory to the owner’s personal residence as collateral for a bank loan. Beyond the bank loan, small businesses can turn to venture capital firms to raise money; however, those firms are likely to exchange control of the business for the loan. What if small businesses could borrow on flexible terms from pools
of investors and, to make it easier, do it over the Internet? That is the concept behind the term “investment crowdfunding.” Crowdfunding has been around since 2008 and there are approximately 125 online websites devoted to crowdfunding. Based on social networking, crowdfunding is the collective effort of individuals who network and pool their money via the Internet to support efforts of individuals or companies. Usually, the money is solicited as donations. So, for example, someone wants to create a cupcake shop and uses a crowdfunding to raise a small amount of capital from individuals who are interested in helping the entrepreneur set up a shop selling cupcakes. The investors get no equity in the businesses because
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selling equity in businesses without compliance with the Federal securities laws is fraudulent. For this reason, crowdfunding has been relegated to raising donations only, small amounts for money for particular projects or charities. This type of crowdfunding could be called “donation crowdfunding.” On April 5, 2012, a new law called the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act, or JOBS Act, proposes to expand crowdfunding into investment crowdfunding, that is, allowing investors to purchase shares in private companies online. This development promises to change the way businesses raise capital. To put this new concept in perspective, small businesses have been allowed to sell securities to individuals under “Regulation D,” an exemption from registration of the securities under Federal securities laws. The amount of money that can be raised under Reg D may be unlimited if certain rules are followed. To implement investment crowdfunding, which allows businesses to sell securities through open platforms via the Internet, the JOBS Act instructed the Securities & Exchange Commission to enact rules to allow investment crowdfunding within 90 days of the date of the Act. To date, no rules have been promulgated, but it is expected that the SEC will act over the next 90 days. What does this new concept mean for the investor and the business? For the investor, investing via the Internet will probably look a lot like investing in a “private placement” of securities, except that the investor is likely to have a lot more choices for their investments. Under the Federal securities laws, only a small number of investors are allowed to invest without being “accredited investors.” An accredited investor is one whose net worth or income is sufficient to bear the risk of loss of any investment. So long as there is sufficient disclosure of risk of loss to the accredited investor, the SEC says the investor has the right to make the investment and risk the loss. The issue of whether an investor was defrauded comes up when the disclosure of risk is not
sufficient to allow a reasonable investor to make a choice. To the business, the playing field for raising capital is going to get a lot bigger. Use of the Internet should mean an investor pool located worldwide. It also should mean the business doesn’t have to part with as much control to obtain investment capital. While it can be anticipated that businesses will still have to file and maintain Reg D-type filings with the Sec and State securities regulators, the concept promises to work in a much faster manner than the typical private placement process, and to cost less to the business. So, generally what will an investment crowdfunding website look like? The broker-deaker regulator, FINRA, calls these websites “funding portals” and will come up with regulations to require registration of the funding portal. An array of “accredited individuals” seeking investments will be able to view business opportunities delivered online. Sounds easy, and the concept is simple. Creating a legal and regulatory framework for the funding portal and the exemption from securities registration that will comply with Federal and State securities laws is the hard part. I’ll keep checking on the SEC and report on their progress. Meanwhile, Google “crowdfunding” “donation crowdfunding” and “investment crowdfunding” to learn more. Social networking has proven to be instrumental in everything from assisting revolutions to following celebrities. The movement to use social networking to raise capital for small business should be welcomed, so long as investors retain the same types of protections against fraud that are currently offered.
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.
LBA Strategies For 2013 By Barbara Colburn Interested in what’s happening among local businesses in Lusby? Then you need to check out the Lusby Business Association (LBA) The group normally meets bi-monthly on the last Monday of the month. This time they had to postpone due to snow, but during their meeting the following Monday, members conducted roundtable discussion of current marketing, promotion and other types of activities. Among the items discussed was the AARP Free Tax Preparation Program, the Lusby Century 21 office seeking to grow its number of agents, and several Valentine specials and coupon offers. LBA will be undertaking a 2013 Membership Campaign to engage in collaborative opportunities to help local businesses grow and succeed. Unlike many other business groups, LBA welcomes home-based businesses and tiers the membership dues accordingly. The Holiday Tree event sponsored by LBA was attended by more than 200 people. Just as Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived, the fire engine on which they were riding on was called into duty. The Girl Scouts served hot chocolate and
Photo by David Colburn, colburnimages.com.
sang carols for the crowd. Although not confirmed yet, the Annual Lusby Block Party is scheduled for Sat., May 11 from Noon until 3:00 p.m. Many, if not all, of the area businesses are expected to participate, as well as a number of vendors. There will be a variety of family-friendly activities in several locations in Lusby Town Center. The planning committee will be meeting later this month to work out the details.
About the Author: Barbara Colburn is an Account Executive for the Chesapeake Current and can be reached at Barbara@chesapeakecurrent.com or (410) 867-0103. She lives in Shady Side, MD.
Two New Restaurants Now Serving The Board of Calvert County Commissioners recently celebrated the grand opening of Sakura Xpress Japanese Grill in Prince Frederick with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This is the second restaurant David and Sandy Cheng have opened in Calvert County. Their first restaurant, Little Panda, has been a favorite in Chesapeake Beach for more than 20 years. Their new Sakura Express restaurant is located at 920 Costley Way, Prince Frederick, behind the main library.
Local School Wins Prestigious Award Sail Solomons has been named “Outstanding School for 2012” by the American Sailing Association (ASA). The award recognizes the top 20 of over 300 ASA sailing schools worldwide, and is based upon responses from 2012 student surveys about the quality of service, boats and instruction. Sail Solomons co-owners and instructors Andy Batchelor and Lisa Batchelor Frailey were each named “Outstanding Instructor for 2012”, an award that recognizes the top 1% of over 2000 ASA sailing instructors. Sail Solomons Sailing School opened in 2007, and has received the Outstanding School award every year from 2008 through 2012. Their instructors have been awarded each year since 2007, making Sail Solomons the most recognized sailing school on the Chesapeake Bay. Lisa adds that they are more than just a sailing school. “We believe sailing is a lifestyle, and we offer a continuum of sailing activities for all levels - from summer on the Chesapeake to winter flotillas and courses in the Caribbean.” Andy says he believed that the success of Sail Solomons is largely due to the small class size and personal attention each student receives. “We strive to give our students an exceptional sailing experience. Our boats are well maintained, and our instructors are all USCG licensed Captains and ASA-certified instructors. We want our students to love sailing as much as we do.” Lisa notes, “We thank all our students for taking time to complete
Lisa Batchelor Frailey and Andy Batchelor.
the surveys. We try hard to accommodate each student’s learning preferences, and we’re pleased that our efforts have been recognized. Seeing our students enjoy sailing is our greatest reward.” The school is located at Zahniser’s Yachting Center in Solomons. Courses are offered on their fleet of five-day sailors and three cruising yachts for all sailing levels, from novice to advanced. Private instruction is also available. On Your Own Boat courses are very popular for sailors wishing to develop more expertise in specific areas on their own sailboats. For further information, visit sailsi.com or call (410) 326-4917.
David, Sandy and Vinnie Cheng.
Senator Thomas V. “Mike” Miller, several Calvert County Commissioners and Town of North Beach officials were on hand to officially cut the ribbon opening the new Plaza Mexico restaurant in North Beach. Although it had a quiet “soft” opening a couple of weeks ago, it’s been packed every day. The first Mexico Restaurant the family opened in the county is in Huntingtown.
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efore the Super Bowl this year, Animal Planet's 'Puppy Bowl IX' scored a record 12.4 million viewers. So who doesn’t love puppies? Apparently, there are some people in our area. In the past six weeks, Kirstyn Northrop Cobb of the Humane Society of Calvert County (HSCC) says, “We’ve received calls from various other shelters who have had pregnant dogs dropped off - because they are pregnant. Each time, we have stepped
up to help and bring the dogs into our facility. We would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that very soon, we will have lots of puppies available for adoption. We would also like to remind everyone that the momma dogs will need homes as well. Momma dogs are often overlooked as everyone comes to adopt the puppies, but remember, momma dogs make great pets as well. And finally, we would like to remind everyone to please spay and neuter your pets. As much as we love puppies, we have all these female dogs who were left in shelters because of something that was preventable. There are many low cost options in the area where you can have this done.” Caroline is one of these mamma dogs. She’s a small, black Labrador Retriever mix, and her belly was full of puppies when her owners recently brought her to the Tri-County Animal Shelter. Shelters are not allowed to put pregnant females up for adoption, even though it’s doubtful whether anyone would want to adopt one, anyway. And Tri-County has to euthanize pets if no one adopts them after a certain period of time. Tri-County called Kelly St. Marie of Jim “Rockin’ Elvis” Godbold holding two of Caroline’s puppies, including the only white Chesapeake Beach, President of the HSCC, one in her brood.
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Kelly St. Marie with two cuddly Guinea Pigs now available for adoption at HSCC.
and told her Caroline’s story. Could the Humane Society, which is a no-kill shelter, take her – and her puppies - in? “Of course, I said. We went over and got her,” St. Marie says. The next morning, Caroline went into labor. In the next 14 hours, she gave birth to 12 puppies. One was stillborn, and another one, the smallest runt, didn’t make it. However, the other ten are now three weeks old, just adorable, rooting, grunting and growing bigger and stronger every day. By Maryland law, puppies must be at least eight weeks old before they can be adopted. So Caroline’s litter will be ready
for their forever families by the time the HSCC’s biggest annual fundraiser, Rock N’ Roll for Rescues, happens March 9. The show features the ever-popular Fabulous Hubcaps along with Calvert County’s official Rockin’ Elvis, Jim Godbold of Sunderland, who had a blast playing with the puppies himself! St. Marie says, “We’re going to give them all ‘rock & roll’ names and have a slide show featuring each one so we find homes for them.” She says she will encourage the new owners to be responsible and spay or neuter these puppies so they don’t end up in a situation like their mamma. Male puppies can be neutered at eight to nine weeks of age and larger females can typically be spayed at 12 to 13 weeks. Vets usually prefer to wait a few extra weeks to spay smaller female puppies. There’s just one white pup in Caroline’s litter. Nine of her puppies are dark shades of brown and black, some with light stripes. Most have white markings on their faces, toes, bellies or the tips of their tails. One little female has a white heart shaped marking on her chest. They all have very short hair, and wrinkly, crinkly noses, sort of like Shar Peis. At three weeks, their
One of Caroline’s puppies has a white heart marking on her chest.
eyes are open and beginning to focus. While most of them are more interested in eating and sleeping, one puppy is already very eager to play. Another gets very vocal and cries when separated from the others, but all love to be cuddled. One friendly little puppy immediately starts licking your hands when you pick him up or pet him. But these are not the only ones they have to choose from. The HSCC now has 18 puppies altogether. In addition to Caroline, two other pregnant females brought in recently have given birth as well. They and their pups are being cared for by volunteers in foster homes. St. Marie says, “We haven’t had three batches in a row in a long time.” One is a tan Sheltie who gave birth to five puppies. As with Caroline, her family decided they didn’t want her any more when they found out she was pregnant. Her
puppies are only about a week old now, but there will be photos of these babies at Rock-N-Roll for Rescues for you to see. The other mamma is a Chihuahua Pug, also known as a “Chug.” She recently gave birth outside in the freezing cold in Prince Georges County and was taken away from her owners by authorities for cruelty and neglect. She has three puppies, also currently being cared for in a local foster home. But if you can’t see yourself with a puppy, the Humane Society has two long-time residents – older, mature dogs they’d love to place in caring homes. One is Pebbles, who’s lived at the HSCC September of 2011. She’s about three years old, a 56-pound Bulldog mix. Gail Barker Prisel of the Humane Society says, “She’s been here for two Christmases. She’s become my favorite dog.
I just love her.” But with a menagerie of her own at home, Gail is hopeful that someone will adopt Pebbles and give her the good life she deserves. St. Marie says of Pebbles, “She’s very smart, learns very quickly. She’d do well with someone patient who wants to train her. She responds very well to positive motivation training. She loves to play, loves toys, will fetch, and also really enjoys belly rubs.” The other long-time dog they’d love to place in a good home is Ruby. “We’ve had her for a little more than a year,” St. Marie says. “She needs a quiet atmosphere, and she needs to be only dog, only animal in the house. She’s a lap dog, the kind that likes to sit with you on the couch and watch TV, but she loves to ride in the car.” Ruby is about four years old, a 40-pound Boxer mix. And they have cats available for adoption as well. HSCC also takes in other critters. They’ve had snakes, rats, mice, gerbils, and right now, they have two Guinea Pigs. Both were brought in by families who said their kids lost interest and wouldn’t take care of them any more. “It’s sad. Owning a pet is a responsibility. Educating kids to those responsibilities is what more parents should be doing before they get a Guinea Pig, a hamster, a cat or dog, any pet,” St. Marie says. “So many times, people just don’t Thee HSCC Puppy Bowl! Take your pick of the litter: Caroline’s ten sweet puppies will be old think it through. But they should. And if enough for adoption by Mar. 9 and will be the you want a Guinea Pig, please call us before you go to the pet store!” stars of the Rock-N-Roll for Rescues event .
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photos with Elvis, and a silent auction. Food and drinks available. Tickets are $40 per person and all proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Calvert County. For tickets, which are going fast, call Gail at (410) 286-2679 today! About the Author: Diane Burr is the founder and owner of the Chesapeake Current, Chesapeake Current Cuisine and Chesapeake Bay Tripper.
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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Once again we see “one party rule” rear its partisan head in local politics. SB 729, sponsored by Calvert County Senators (Roy Dyson, Thomas “Mike” Miller), seeks to change the way Calvert County residents would elect their five county commissioners. I have no hesitation in stating that what we are seeing here is our Democrat Party, once again, seeking to strip us of our rights to dictate local policy. Time after time we see proposed or passed legislation that gives us the clear impression that they do not believe we are capable of making the best and appropriate decisions concerning those issues that directly impact our way of life. Such a move might cause our local elections to be more politically partisan in nature instead of focusing on local issues. Are there not more pressing issues the state of Maryland is facing? The outright blatant bullying coming from the state level must end. This bill is a clear slap in the face of Calvert County and I vehemently oppose such action by our state senators. Continually the state treats its counties and its citizens as second-rate citizens; using us once again as punching bags and funding sources for their agendas and projects.
I urge you to contact your senators and delegates and voice your opposition to this outright bullying act. - You may reach Sen. Miller at thomas.v.mike.miller@senate.state.md.us or 410-841-3700 - You may reach Sen. Dyson at roy.dyson@senate.state.md.us or 410-841-3673 - You may reach Del. O’Donnell at anthony.odonnell@house.state.md.us or 410-841-3314 - You may reach Del. Fisher at mark.fisher@house.state.md.us or (410) 841-3231 - You may reach Del. Vallario at joseph.vallario@house.state.md.us or (410) 841-3488 The bill will be heard on March 7 at 1:00 p.m. in the Senate Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee. Sen. Dyson is the Vice-Chair of this committee. If you wish to submit written testimony opposing this bill, you may email it to me at prestonpratt@tri-countymedia.com and I will hand deliver to the committee. Thank you, Preston Pratt Lusby
Town Takes Over Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Mark Frazer, the Mayor of North Beach has informed me of the decision to relocate the North Beach Art Fair, a move that will negatively impact many of our local businesses by drawing foot traffic away from the 7th Street corridor. The town made this decision without discussion with local businesses or with interested parties. The location is yet TBD and the Town will now manage the logistics of the Fair. In the past year, Janel Bosies and I developed many good friends through the Art Fair. We will of course wish to continue this relationship with you the
artists and the arts. If anyone would like to be a featured Artist here at my shop, please just get in touch with us (410) 286-0000. We will keep you informed of any new information. Celia Molofsky Owner, Wheel Clothing Store North Beach
Grant Applications Being Accepted Dear Editor, The Patuxent River branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has announced that “Dare to Dream” applications are being accepted through April 15, 2013. Women over 18 or over and living in Calvert, Charles and St Mary’s Counties are eligible for grants for up to $300 for personal growth, artistic skills, educational enrichment or community services. Past grants include establishing a website for a nonprofit, paying for supplies for community projects, and
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providing fees for further professional certifications. To apply, send an email to paxriveraauw@gmail.com or see the Dare to Dream information page and application on the branch web site: patuxentriver-md.aauw.net. Barbara Fetterhoff Solomons President, AAUW Patuxent River Branch
Community Deserves More Town Support Dear Editor, For 18 months now I have been president of our 850-plus unit Richfield Station Home Owner’s Association (RSHOA) here in Chesapeake Beach and have learned so much about a great many things. This includes the responsibility to shepherd a baffling number of six associations set up underneath the umbrella RSHOA. This has led me to think that residents who are part of an HOA need to expect more out of their elected community leaders with respect to help and support available to those associations. They also need to expect more out of those neighbors they elect to manage their HOAs. There is a severe lack of consumer protections governing transference of these associations from developer-run to resident-managed. HOAs and their counterpart Condominium Associations (COA) have been in place for about 50 years here in Maryland and in many cases are designed by politicians and developers, together, exclusively, so that the governments can collect the same property tax rates without the comprehensive service responsibilities. This forces residents to pay “dues” to their associations in order to get the same level of services enjoyed by other non-association community residents. Though it is law, it is not right. Contrary to this, a couple years ago, Mayor Bruce Wahl of Chesapeake Beach instituted a program where the town would help plow snow on all Town of Chesapeake Beach homeowner association-owned roads. This took courage and ability to enforce and is revolutionary as far as I can see. Though the motives are debatable by
some, at least someone in local government finally recognizes and has acted on the important fact that all residents on HOA/COA-owned roads pay the same property tax rate as most every other private citizen in town and deserve as much or more as far as services are concerned. Since taking over and trying to straighten out the affairs of our unique RSHOA, we continue to accumulate items that require help and input from the Town of Chesapeake Beach. Our progress has been slight and is represented best by a letter delivered to all councilpersons and town mayor at last month’s town council meeting. Among the issues we outlined: we need to establish general ownership, maintenance and responsibilities related to those portions of the Fishing Creek Trail that connect to and wind through private and public areas of the Richfield community. In one private area particularly there is rising Richfield Station and Chesapeake Beach resident discontent related to crime, traffic and lack of lighting for the trail. I believe our Town is in a unique position to lead the State in many areas that will only help to exemplify its notoriety and place among Maryland bayside communities. Many developers do not live in the counties in which they develop nor do they care about the HOAs that they design, thus they cannot envision the positive ways in which the HOAs can influence the town as a whole. But we here at RSHOA hope to make a difference.
Volunteers Needed For Festival Dear Chesapeake Current Readers, Plans are now underway for this year’s Stars and Stripes Festival and we need you! As you may know, the Stars and Stripes Festival, Honoring Our Fallen Heroes, began in 2012 to help educate our youth and our community in the true meaning of Memorial Day. We need you to help spread the word. This year’s events will kick-off on Saturday with an Opening Day ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in Chesapeake Beach with guest speakers and patriotic music. Saturday will be a day at the Water Park with free admission to active military and family, a free evening boat ride on the Miss Chesapeake Beach for active military personnel (on a first come-first serve basis), and an Armed Forces Radio Network Show at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department (fee involved). Sunday will host games, activities and superheroes, local and military entertainment and an All American Family Day Picnic all at Kellam’s Field. Be sure to pull out the red, white and blue decorations and decorate your home or business for the decorating contest. Monday's Memorial Day closing ceremony, hosted by American Legion
Post 206, will take place at Veteran’s Memorial Park. A schedule of events will be forthcoming as events are confirmed. If you are interested in helping with this year’s Planning Committee for the 2013 Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival, (whether it be helping us plan events, marketing, advertising, sponsorships, or volunteering at any events throughout that weekend), please email special-events@chesapeake-beach.md.us or sasz_cbssf@comcast.net. You can also call me at (301) 752-0445. We welcome all volunteers and look forward to seeing you at our next Planning Committee meeting. Meetings currently held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Chesapeake Beach Town Hall. Please mark your calendars to reserve time in your busy Memorial Day weekend schedule, May 25 – 27, 2013, to also reflect on and pay tribute to our Fallen Heroes. “You do not have to believe in war to honor our family, friends and neighbors who died in service to their country. Show others by our actions that we will not forget.” Stephanie Zanelotti, 2013 Stars & Stripes Festival Chair
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Thank You from CCCY Dear Editor, The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (CCCY) recently hosted a business community breakfast at Calvert County Public Schools’ Calvert Career and Technology Academy. We would like to thank the Academy for their hospitality and efforts in making our event a success. Thank you Food Production & Management students, who, under the direction of instructors Chef Karl Hille and Pastry Chef Alessia O’Dell, presented a delicious array of homemade baked goods. “Our taste buds enjoyed your talents.” And, thank you to the businesses that attended showing their support and offering praises and suggestions on the event survey. Several attendees specifically mentioned they enjoyed the testimonies of Patuxent High School seniors Kaitlyn Torney and Raphael Douglas. We thank
Kaitlyn and Raphael for their willingness to share their success stories and for the support the Collaborative receives from Patuxent High School. We would also like to acknowledge Principal Mark Wilding, who took time out of his schedule to attend the event and guide a group tour of the Academy. The Academy is a state of the art facility with numerous educational and training opportunities for Calvert’s youth. And lastly, the Collaborative wants to thank Board of Directors member Justin Ruest for suggesting the Academy and coordinating the event. Sincerely, Guffrie Smith President Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth
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Kathy Boyce, 61 Kathy Arlene Boyce, age 61, of Port Republic, passed away on February 10, 2013 in Washington, D.C. She was born on April 19, 1951 to Donald and Ruth Beach in Rome, NY. Kathy is survived by both her parents, her loving husband Thomas F. Boyce and her two sons Kenneth D. Boyce (Kyung-Hwa) of Graham, WA, and Kevin T. Boyce (Carrie) of Front Royal, VA. She is also survived by her five grandchildren Victoria, Kenneth, Collin, Kaden, and Riley Boyce. In addition to her immediate family she also leaves behind her brother Randy Beach of New Smyrna Beach, FL. Kathy had a passion for cooking and enjoyed the happiness the end result brought to so many people. It was a way to spend time with loved ones and the people she cared for the most. She was a woman who was always concerned over other people’s happiness before her own, and that is one ingredient that was in abundance in her recipe for life. She also enjoyed camping with her family in upstate New York and had a fondness for animals especially dogs. Kathy’s giving of herself did not just pertain to her family, it was to everyone. There was one charity that garners most of her attention; it was the Wounded Warrior Project. Kathy’s absence will be affected by her immediate circle, but the ripple effect is yet to be determined. She may be gone, gone from sight, but never from our hearts. The services for Kathy were private and entrusted to the Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic.
Annie Call, 90 Annie Lee Call, age 90, of Alexandria, VA formally of Lusby, passed away on February 5, 2013 at her home in Alexandria. She was born on September 10, 1922 in Dillwyn, VA to the late Jaffus and Ola Hackett. Annie worked for the Calvert County School Board in the cafeteria for many years. Besides her parents, Annie was predeceased in death by her husband, Frank Call and her son Frank S. Call. She is survived by daughters, Virginia Kotulak of Alexandria, VA, and Betty Jenkins of
Lake Mary, FL; granddaughters, Linda Larson of Alexandria, VA, Cindy Conway of St. Augustine, FL and Justine Jenkins of Raleigh, NC. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Kate Larson, John Zachary Conway and Erin Conway. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements. Interment will be held in Mon. Feb. 25, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of your choice.
Grace Carruth, 88 Grace J. Carruth, age 88, of Dunkirk was born July 4, 1924 and passed away Sun., Feb. 17, 2013 at the Calvert County Nursing Center, Prince Frederick. Mrs. Carruth was the wife of over 45 years of the late James Carruth who passed away in 1990. She is the mother of Robert Gordon and his wife Linda; Frances Finstad and her late husband Clem; Thomas Carruth, his wife Barbara; Joan Snyder and her husband Robert; Jane Taylor and her late husband Bob; Gail Wells and her husband Bob; Susan Pietrucha and her husband David. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Carruth lived in Morningside, MD most of her life but moved to Calvert County recently to be with her family. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 9619 and Bells United Methodist Church. She loved to cook and sew. She also made beautiful porcelain dolls, but to her family she was always mom and a great-great grand Mom. Memorial contributions made to Grace Brethren Church, 9870 Old Solomons Island Road, Owings, MD. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Lemuel Coates, 85 Lemuel W. Coates was born on July 25, 1927, to the late Mary Elizabeth Jones Cleveland and Roland Coates in Calvert County. The Lord called him home on January 26, 2013 at age 85. He received his
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education at Randall Cliff Elementary School, and he was a member of St. Edmonds United Methodist Church. On December 4, 1950, he joined the United States Army and in 1952, he transferred to the United States Army Reserve and was honorably discharged on December 11, 1956. Lemuel learned the trade of masonry at an early age. He worked as a mason for over 30 years at Maryland Development Company with Frances Brown and the late Edward Holland. He retired in the late 70's; however, he continued to do side jobs in the field of masonry. On May 12, 1951, he married the love of his life, Ruth Thelma Jones. From their union they had two daughters, Elsa also known as "Susie" and Audrey also known as "Bookie." Lemuel loved Ruth with all his heart, and would call her his "Doll." In later years when she was not able to get around, he devoted his time to caring for her and waiting on her hand and foot. When she was admitted to a nursing home, he visited her often. Father missed his "Doll" ever so dearly. They spoke several times a day and he always ended their phone calls with "I love you, Doll." Lemuel loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially the grandchildren and the great-grands. He also enjoyed having other family members and friends stop by to sit and talk with him. He was a very humble, soft-spoken man and one who met no strangers. He loved to talk and share stories about the "good ole days," his upbringing, military service, jobs and the houses he help to build. He had a gentle spirit and peace about him that you saw and felt each time you were in his presence. In earlier years, Lemuel loved fishing and crabbing. He, Granny and the rest of the family could be found on any given Saturday at the pier in Chesapeake Beach fishing and crabbing for hours. He could be seen traveling "over beach" several times a day. He would put his figures, which means to “play his numbers,” go to Roland’s, or put that $5 -$6 of gas in "Old Betsy," his car. One thing for sure, he never ran out of gas. He enjoyed watching the gospel network station, TBN, listening to gospel music, watching baseball, old western movies and his favorite soap opera, The Young and The Restless. You could pass by the house and find him wiping off his car, or just doing something in the yard. Although moving at a much slower pace, he kept active until the end. Lemuel leaves to cherish his memory, his "Doll" and beloved wife of 61 years, Ruth Thelma Jones Coates, two daughters, Elsa Emerson and Audrey Thomas, one son-in-law, Howard Emerson Sr.; four grandchildren, Miranda Casey, Faith Emerson, Howard Emerson Jr. and Courtney Thomas, eight great grandchildren, Howard Emerson III, Shanice Bell, Teanna Emerson, Talia Emerson, Barry Holland Jr., Briana Casey, Darius Thomas and Jeremiah Thomas, and one great-great grandson, Isaac Simms Jr. He also leaves to mourn one sister, Alice Thompson, three brothers, Carl Coates, Theodore Gross, and John Cleveland Jr., in addition, sisters-in-law, Ernestine Jones, Rose Jones, Violet Jones, and Fern Coates; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great nephews, relatives and many friends. He had three special friends, Joseph "Dooley" Jones, Calvin "Cowboy" Gross Sr. and John Titus. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Elizabeth Jones Cleveland and Roland Coates, sister Mary Frances Gross Parren, and brothers, Robert "Bobbie" Gross and Leroy Gross and son-in-law, Donald David Thomas. Lemuel W. Coates will be missed but not forgotten. Visition and services were held at St. Edmond's United Methodist Church in Chesapeake Beach. His final resting place is Ernestine Jones Cemetery in Chesapeake Beach. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
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Lois R. Cooke of Huntingtown, formerly of Forestville, MD was born August 5, 1933 and passed away on Feb. 15, 2013 at the age of 79. She was the beloved wife of Donald L. Cooke; loving mother of Susan (David) Ballinger and Nancy (Johnny) Stillwell, devoted grandmother of Crystal Doornbos, David (Julia) Ballinger, Jr. and Amy Stillwell; great-grandmother of Lexi, Kaylie and Brody. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Lorraine Cooke and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Lois was a long-time member of Women of Epiphany Episcopal Church. During her years as a devoted mother and homemaker, she was also involved with Girl Scouts of America and the Guys and Dolls Cloggers and Square Dancers. She became known to many, both children and adults, as "Momma Cookie" and she cherished the relationships she formed with young and old who loved her. She enjoyed arts and crafts and stayed active with her family as they grew to include spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lois also enjoyed family vacations to Ocean City and Deep Creek Lake. Donald and Lois were high school sweethearts who had been together since they were 16-year-old students at Sasscer High School in Upper Marlboro. Just last March at the wedding of a dear family friend, they were the last couple dancing in a dance-off to see who had been married the longest. On June 25, 2012, they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. Lois was a genuine inspiration to all who knew her. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Charles "Denny" Dick of Port Republic was born on August 8, 1939 to Charles W. and Dolores Dick of Saxton, PA. He passed away on February 16, 2013 at his home in Port Republic. He was the loving father of Kristina Dick, Kimberly Dick and Tonya Calacino and her husband Damon, brother of Greg Dick and John Dick. Denny is also survived by six grandchildren, his extended family Sue and David James and many friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Dick. Mr. Dick served in the United States Navy as a photographer for 20 years. He enjoyed relaxing with a beer. His hobbies included bowling, photography, playing billiards and horseshoes. Denny always watched over the children of the neighborhood. Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings handled arrangements. Interment with military honors was held at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens.
Joyce Deale, 76 Joyce Leah Deale, age 76, of Dunkirk was born Jan. 3, 1937 and passed away on February 10, 2013 at her daughter’s residence with her family by her side. Joyce lived in Huntingtown and Dares Beach before moving to her home in Dunkirk, where she had lived the last 30 years. She worked for Holland Realty Management, Inc. for over 30 years until she retired from upper management in January 2011. She was a member of Maryland Association of Realtors and was a past president. Her hobbies include reading fiction, watching suspense and whimsical movies, walking on the beach, sewing, quilting, and crocheting. Joyce loved houses, architecture, her job and her co-workers. In her younger years she enjoyed bowling at Lord Calvert and swimming in the family pool. She was the mother of Jim Deale, Tim Deale and Corry Deale; grandmother of Tim Deale, Jr., Jason Deale, Eric Kanarr, II, Leah Deale and Kelsey Deale; great grandmother of Taylor Deale, Collin Deale, Brooklyn Deale and Brady Deale. She is also survived by her cousins, Paul Darby and Joan Hosley. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Frank Disharoon, 50 Frank Scott Disharoon, age 50, of Dunkirk, was born June 9, 1962 in Marquette, MI and passed away February 3, 2013. He was the beloved husband of 26 years to Debra Kidwell Disharoon. He was the loving father of Joshua and Matthew Disharoon both of Dunkirk. Son of Ursula Disharoon and the late Frank F. Disharoon. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Mr. Disharoon owned Disharoon Mechanical Services until 2011, was a Master HVAC mechanic and Master plumber. Frank worked for Prince George’s County Public School System as an oil burner mechanic. He loved camping, swimming and boating. Some of his favorite places to visit were Lake Anna, Kerr Lake and Lake Gaston. He enjoyed riding ATV’s. Frank was very involved with the scouting program at Smithville United Methodist Church. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed routing for Tony Stewart. To his neighbors he was always a giver and available to fix things. Memorial Contributions in Frank's memory may be made to: CMH Foundation, P O Box 2127, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Emma Eicholtz, 98
Construction Company in Clinton, MD, and he was very active in running his business. In his leisure time, Coolidge enjoyed fishing, golf and spending time in Costa Rica, where he also maintained a residence. Coolidge was preceded in death by his parents, a son Charles Edward “Eddie” Fowler, and siblings Sutton Fowler Sr., William, Franklin and Margaret Elsie Fowler, Nina Beatrice Marshall, Betty Ann Stallings, and June M. Windsor. He is survived by a daughter LaDonna M. Fowler of Crofton and a son Coolidge Leroy Fowler, Jr. and wife Tammy of Millersville. Also surviving are grandchildren Kailya, Kiera and Cody; and siblings Linda Lou George of Dayton, OH, Virginia Moreland of Lothian, Shirley Mae Bowen of Romney, WV, Delores B. Byard of Clarksville, TN, Jake Fowler of Benedict, MD and Ricky Fowler of Helen Ferrell, 78 Forestville, MD. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled Helen Catherine Ferrell, age 78, of arrangements. Solomons, formerly of Town Creek, MD passed away on January Leonard Gordon, 70 31, 2013 in Solomons. She was born on Leonard Gordon, September 7, 1934 in Jr., age 70, of Dunkirk, Roaring Springs, PA to passed away February 11, the late Sylvester James 2013. Wilker and Eleanor He was born Poremsky Wilker. February 18, 1942 in She was the beloved wife of Raymond Lee Philadelphia, PA to Ferrell whom preceded her in death in 2008. Leonard and Caroline Helen is survived by her children, Michael K. (DeJames) Gordon. Halterman or Lusby, MD and Lisa A. Halterman In 1960, Leonard Neal of Dover, DE. graduated from Princess Visitation will be held Sat., Feb. 23 from10:00 Anne High School in Virginia Beach, VA and entered a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea the United States Air Force, serving for eight years. Catholic Church, 225 Alexander Street, Solomons During his stationing in Machias, ME, Leonard met MD 20688. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held and married Judy Alberta Hooper on August 1, 1964. at the church beginning at 11:00 a.m. Upon completion of his service, he entered Inurnment will be at Arlington National employment with the US Naval Oceanographic Office Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to where he remained until his retirement in 1997. the charity of your choice. An avid reader and world traveler, Leonard was a Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled lifelong “knowledge” enthusiast. His interests were arrangements. broad with a special fondness for astronomy. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, Coolidge Fowler, 65 friends and members of his church family from Chesapeake Church. Leonard was preceded in death by a son, David Coolidge Leroy Fowler, Sr., age 65, Gordon. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Judy; recently of Crofton, MD sons Daniel Gordon and wife Elizabeth of Ashburn, and a longtime resident VA, and Donald Gordon of Chesapeake Beach; a of Calvert and south daughter-in-law Renee O’Brien of Huntingtown; and Anne Arundel Counties granddaughters Kate O’Brien of Durham, NC, Megan passed away February 10, O’Brien of Huntingtown and Alexandra, Ava and Ashton Gordon of Ashburn, VA. Also surviving are 2013 at his residence. He was born sisters Patricia Sparks of Burke, VA and Attricia December 6, 1947 in DeJames of Chesapeake, VA. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled Prince Frederick to Edward and Bernice (Stallings) Fowler. Coolidge was arrangements. Interment was at Southern Memorial raised in Calvert County and later moved to southern Gardens in Dunkirk. Memorial contributions may be Anne Arundel County and attended Southern High made to: Chesapeake Church, P.O. Box 936, School. He established, owned and operated F & F Huntingtown, MD.
Emma was preceded in death by her husband Ralph W. Eicholtz; four sisters Kathleen Jenkins, Eva Cox, Hazel Muse and Betty Booth, and by five brothers George, Daniel, William, Lee and Lawrence Hardesty. Surviving are a brother Eugene “Buck” Hardesty and his wife Dorothy of Upper Marlboro, MD and several nieces and nephews. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. Inurnment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of the Chesapeake, 455 Defense Highway, Annapolis MD 21401 (online: hospicechesapeake.org).
Emma Virginia Eicholtz, age 98, passed away February 5, 2013 at Crescent City Nursing Center in Riverdale, MD. She was born December 29, 1914 in Harwood, MD to Daniel and Mary Catherine (Drury) Hardesty. She was raised and received her education in Anne Arundel County schools. Emma was employed as a clerk typist with the Government Printing Office. On September 22, 1949, Emma married Ralph William Eicholtz in Rockville, MD. The couple resided in the D.C. metro area after their marriage. She and her husband enjoyed ballroom dancing and traveling to the country, Calvert and Anne Arundel County, to visit relatives. Emma was a seamstress and made many of her clothes and was an avid crossword puzzle enthusiast.
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Frances Keiffer, 85 Frances Ann Keiffer, age 85, a resident of Solomons Nursing Center passed away February 18, 2013. She was born December 25, 1927 in Washington, D.C. to Ralph Somerville and Sarah Naomi (DePue) Morrison. Frances was raised in Bethesda, MD and graduated from Bethesda Chevy Chase High School in 1945. She then attended Stephens College in Columbia, MO where she received her Associate’s degree. Frances married F. Samuel Keiffer on July 10, 1948 and they lived in Bethesda, and Potomac until moving to Owings in 1974 and Dunkirk in 1978. She and Sam were later divorced and Frances had lived in Solomons for the past 20 years. She was a travel agent and owned and operated Bay Country Travel in Dunkirk from 1975 to 1994. In her leisure time, Frances enjoyed reading and she also loved nature, especially the Chesapeake Bay. She is survived by four children Russell L. Keiffer of Solomons; Bruce S. Keiffer and wife Debbie of Lutz, FL; John S. Keiffer and wife Bonnie of Southport, NC and Sarah K. “Sally’ Helmbold and husband Rick of Frederick, MD; and her former husband F. Samuel Keiffer. Also surviving are five grandchildren and a brother Robert Morrison of Queenstown, MD. Frances was preceded in death by a brother Ralph Morrison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Carol Jean Cancer Foundation, Inc., 10718 Cleos Court, Columbia MD 21044 (online: cjcf4kids.org). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Herbert King, 95 James Herbert King, Sr., age 95 of Dunkirk, passed away February 3, 2013 at Calvert County Nursing Center. He was born July 26, 1917 in North Beach, MD to John Wilson and Ida Estelle (Stallings) King. Herbert was raised and educated in Calvert County. As a young man Herbert enjoyed playing baseball and bowling. On November 14, 1936 he married Ruby
Marselas in Lower Marlboro. The couple resided in Dunkirk since their marriage. Herbert was a farmer and later operated the J.H. King Construction Company. He primarily did all the interior work and remodeling of the Drug Fair Stores in MD, VA, DC, PA and NC. He retired in the late 1980’s. Herbert was a member of Smithville United Methodist Church, Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and the Carpenters Union Local of Washington, DC. Herbert was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby King, a daughter Joyce L. King, three grandchildren, a brother, John Calvert King and three sisters Ruth Geiman, Lillian Walton and Mary Old. Surviving are a son James H. “Bucky” King, Jr. and his wife Helen of East New Market, MD; three daughters Nancy K. Tarry and her husband Bill of North Beach, L. Sue Edwards and her husband Skip of Lusby, and Patty Moore and her husband Joe of Dunkirk; twelve grandchildren; thirty great grandchildren; one brother Robert Lee King of Baltimore, and three sisters Ida Belle Garner of Solomons, Mildred Nicholson of Upper Marlboro, and Evelyn Donaldson of Severn, MD. A Life Celebration Service was held on Sat. Feb 9, 2013 at the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department. Interment was at Mt. Harmony U.M. Church Cemetery in Owings. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to: Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, 3170 W. Ward Road, Dunkirk MD 20754.
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Karen Marie Marcey, age 56, a resident of North Beach since 2005, passed away February 8, 2013 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick. She was born June 21, 1956 in Arlington, VA to Richard Calvin Marcey and Anne Souder. Karen was raised and graduated from Wakefield High School in Virginia. She graduated from Averett College in Danville, VA as an honor student in 1991. She later continued her education at Georgetown and George Washington Universities. Karen was employed as a financial officer with SAIC, retiring in 2003. She was very active in the community and volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader as well as many other community endeavors. Karen was preceded in death by her father and a brother Michael Patrick Marcey. She is survived by her mother Anne Souder of Prince Frederick; and siblings Sue White and husband Tom of Northfield, Vermont, Richard C. Marcey, Jr. and wife Karen of North Beach, Robert S. Marcey of Rocky Mount, VA, and devoted sister-in-law Marjorie Marcey of North Beach. Also surviving are nephews Joey and Scotty Downing and Phillip Marcey and a niece Gretchen Marcey. A Life Celebration Service will be held Sat., Apr. 6 at 11:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736, which is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (online: calverthospice.org)
Irene Louise Pardoe, age 97 of Lusby, died peacefully on February 12, 2013 at her beloved home. She was born on January 5, 1916 in Island Creek, MD to the late Blanche and Walter E. Elliott. Irene was raised in Calvert County all of her life. She attended Calvert County public schools and was employed by the United States Post Office as a Postal Clerk for 25 years. Irene was preceded in death by her husband Earl G. Pardoe, her parents; brother Leroy Elliott; nephew Patrick Elliott and her nieces Agnes Allegra and Virginia Mishou. She is survived by her sister-in-law Barbara Elliott; nephews Jeffrey H. Elliott, Mark L. Elliott, Donald Dowell, Wayne Pardoe and David Pardoe, nieces Eula Mae McCready, Suzanne Cibulay, Norma Lee Buckler Caroline Ward, and Geraldine Pardoe; great nieces Jennifer C. Albrecht and Magdalyn Albrecht; great-great nephew Chad Albrecht, great-great nieces Emily Elliott and Caisi Elliott. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements. A funeral service celebrating her life was officiated by Rev. Charles Harrell. Pallbearers were Jeffrey H. Elliott, Mark L. Elliott, Herschel Wilder, Tim Crout, Donald Dowell and Wayne Pardoe. Interment is at Middleham Chapel Episcopal Church Cemetery, Lusby.
David T. Lee, age 81, of Huntingtown, was born Sept. 21, 1931 and passed away Monday, February 4, 2013 at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, Richard Moreland, 72 DC. He was the life Richard Amos companion of Rosemarie Haines and loving father of Moreland, age 72, of Christopher Lee of New York City and Stephen Lothian, passed away Lee of Los Angeles, CA. February 11, 2013 at According to his obituary, Mr. Lee helped his residence. bring 21st century technology to television in the He was born latter part of the 20th century. February 25, 1940 in David was an avid sailor and, together with Annapolis to Elmer his sons, participated in numerous sail boat races Irvin and Margaret over the span of two decades. Funeral services and interment will be at a Elizabeth (Stallings) later date. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled Moreland. Richard received his education in arrangements. Anne Arundel and graduated from Southern High School. He was a truck driver for Buck Distributing of Upper Marlboro until retiring in the late 1970’s. He then went to work for Branch Electric, which later became Rexel. Richard enjoyed gardening and sharing the fruits of his labor with others, family visits and his two pug dogs. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Sue Plumley and Betty Lou Estep and two brothers Johnny and Husky Moreland. Surviving are his daughter Stacie A. Sturdivant and her husband Stacy of Owings; and son Richard W. Moreland and his wife Janice of Lothian; a granddaughter Gabrial R. Moreland of Lothian; and three grandsons James R. and Matthew V. Sturdivant of Owings and Jessy A. Moreland of Lothian; and one sister Donna Lynn Moreland of Lothian. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Stella Sheleheda, 95 Stella Sheleheda, 95, of Solomons died February 14, 2013. She was born July 22,1917, in Acosta, PA, to immigrants from Europe, Joseph and Anna Krokonko. This gentle woman and her husband, Joseph, who preceded her in death in May 2012, were recognized by Marriage Encounter as the longest married couple in Maryland at 73 years just prior to Joseph's passing. They were members of the Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church since relocating in 2004 from Ambridge, PA, to be close to family. Prior to that they were lifetime members of Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Ambridge, PA. Stella and Joe were residents of Harmony Township, PA, from 1943 until 2004. There, Stella and Joe enjoyed the view of their back yard where he nurtured a variety of beautiful flowers. Stella worked most of her life, starting when she was 16, as a nanny and later as a cook and housekeeper. Stella was a member of the church choir, where she met Joe, and later on when her children attended Catholic school at Saints Peter and Paul, a member of the Marian Mothers Club. She loved cooking, baking and keeping the ethnic family traditions alive during the holidays and passing them on to the younger generations. Her delightful and polite personality will be missed everyone who had contact with her from her expansive family, friends and acquaintances, from grocery clerks to her new found friends that cared for her in her waning days at her home and Asbury Skilled Nursing. She was preceded in death by her husband
Joseph, by her son, James M. , Sheleheda, brothers, Joseph, William and Daniel Krokonko, and sisters, Mary Dishauzi, Catherine Kmit, Anne Elchin, and Sophi Baker. She is survived by sons, Joseph W. Sheleheda and his wife, Christine, of Las Vegas, NV., William D. Sheleheda and his wife, Doris, of Lusby: and daughter, Stella Marie Sheleheda of Carpentersville, IL: grandchildren, Alan Sheleheda and his wife, Becky, Karen Sheleheda, and David Sheleheda and his wife, Susan, all of Las Vegas, NV., David Pucciarella and his wife, Sherry, of St. Leonard, Anthony Pucciarella and his wife, Suzanne, of Lusby, and Beth McClenahan and her husband Michael, of Lansdowne, Va; and 13 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Support a Student Fund, P. O. Box 560, Solomons, MD 20688. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby.
Dona Sutton, 51 Dona Egan Sutton, age 51, of Lusby, lost her life on February 14, 2013 to chronic disease at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick. She was born on April 28, 1961 in Stamford, CT to Elizabeth Nilsson and the late Harold Donald Egan. She was recently a student of the College of Southern Maryland paralegal studies program and former member of the local real estate community. Dona is survived by her husband, John; her mother, Elizabeth Nilsson of Lusby; her children, Joseph and his wife, Catherine Sutton of St. Leonard; Will Sutton of Lusby, and Stephanie Sutton of Lebanon, NH; and her three granddaughters of St. Leonard. The family will receive friends on Thurs., Feb. 21, 10:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby, where a memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Dona’s memory to Heifer International: heifer.org. Please choose any item you wish to donate in Dona’s name. To pay tribute to her, select the “Send an Honor Card” option. Honor cards may be sent to: Joe Sutton, 472 Toms Lane, St. Leonard, MD 20685.
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Elizabeth Ann Tipton, age 82, of The Willows in Chesapeake Beach passed away February 13, 2013 at Washington Hospital Center. She was born January 4, 1931 in London, England to George Kenelm and Rhona Field. Ann was raised in Kensington, England until moving to the United States on the Queen Elizabeth when she was 21. She lived in Washington, D.C. and was employed by Covington & Burling law firm, where she met her future husband Wellstood White “Tip” Tipton. She and Tip were married on July 2, 1955 and they made their home in Kensington, MD, where they raised their family. Ann was a court reporter during the Watergate case and was later employed at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, retiring in 1995 as a Branch Chief. Ann and Tip owned a home in The Willows where they would spend their summers and then moved there permanently upon retirement. Ann loved knitting, playing bridge and traveling with her family. She was an animal lover and she was especially fond of her pets. Ann was preceded in death by her husband Tip in 1999. She is survived by three daughters Rhona L. Leffler and husband Charles of Brookeville, MD, Sarah J. Thompson and husband Joseph of Frederick, MD and Lynn M. Tipton of Shady Side; and two sons Charles K. Tipton of Chesapeake Beach, and Wellstood W. Tipton, Jr. of Hagerstown, MD. Also surviving are six grandchildren. A local Life Celebration Service will be Fri., Feb. 22, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings. Another Life Celebration Service will be held Sat., Feb. 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, 20100 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville MD 20837. Memorial contributions may be made to: Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis MD 21403 (online: cbf.org) or the Humane Society of Calvert County, P.O. Box 3505, Prince Frederick MD 20678. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Shantell Marie Turner, age 34, of North Beach, passed away February 1, 2013. She was born February 27, 1978 in Cheverly, MD to David S. and Cheryl Ann (Holmgren) Ball. Shantell was raised in Ft. Washington, MD. She attended Friendly High School and graduated from Gwynn Park High School in Brandywine in 1996. She was employed as a bank teller and most recently worked as a Program Analyst for the I.R.S. in New Carrollton. Shantell had been a resident of North Beach for the past eight years. She was an avid Baltimore Ravens fan and also loved the beach, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends. Shantell is survived by her son, Tyler A. Turner of Marbury, MD; her parents Cheryl A. and David S. Ball of Chesapeake Beach; and grandparents Phyllis Holmgren of Huntingtown, Harry Holmgren of Washington, D.C., Sally Donaldson of North Beach and Charles Donaldson of Bryans Road, MD. She is also survived by a brother, Justin D. Ball of Owings and a sister, Victoria L. Harms of Yorktown, VA and her parents Robert and Judy Palmer of Flagstaff, AZ. Memorial contributions may be made to Sally Donaldson, P.O. Box 1058, North Beach, MD 20714 for a fund to provide a bench in Shantell's name on the North Beach boardwalk. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Wesley Carold Walker, known as “Wes” and “Fishman,” age 80, of Lusby, passed away on February 13, 2013 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick. He was born on December 25, 1932 in Greenville, SC to the late Edwin Walker and Marie Fowler Walker. Wes graduated from Carver High School in 1950 and attended MD State Eastern Shore College and he went on to serve in the US Army for 12 years. He was stationed in Korea during the war. Wes retired as a Meat Cutter from Safeway in 1988 after 32 years of service. He was known as an avid fisherman. Wesley is survived by his devoted companion, Rena C. Campbell of Lusby; children Wesley C.
Clarence Washington, 77 Clarence Edward Washington, son of the late George (Sam) and Annie Washington, was born on February 16, 1935 in Calvert County. On January 31, 2013 he peacefully died at his home with his devoted wife and sister-in-law, Deborah holding his
hands. At the age of 16, Clarence left home to live with his sister Sarah. Clarence went on to be the first child in his family to graduate from William Sampson Brooks High School in 1954. One month later he joined the Air Force where he served six years and was honorably discharged. On April 27, 1961 Clarence was united in holy matrimony to Delores Bean and from this union two children, Don and Blinda were born. Clarence worked at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station for 32 years. While there he received numerous awards for superior performance in the U.S. Navy. After retiring from Pax River, he worked briefly for Brother’s Johnson. In 1972, Clarence met his soulmate and married her in 1977. Shortly thereafter, he adopted James and Luke. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved wife Cozette; sons, Don (Lisa), James (Shawnta) of Lusby; Luke (Diamond) of DE; daughter, Blinda of OH; 15 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; siblings, Sarah Myers, Leroy, Milford (Beatrice), David, Christine (Harry) all of Calvert County; Mary Brown of Washington, DC; Lincoln (Connie) of Calvert County; Margaurite Yates of VA; Charles (Jane) and Earl of Calvert County; sisters-in law, Celeste, Brenda, Deborah Lee (Carl), Dianette (Alex), Gloria (Dennis), Elarlene; and brother-in-law, Thomas. Preceding him in death were his parents George and Annie; and siblings, Susie Butler and George Washington. Visitation and funeral services were held at Brooks United Methodist Church in St. Leonard. His final resting place is Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens in Port Republic.
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Local Students Visit Annapolis Students representing the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) attended Student Advocacy Day earlier this month in Annapolis to thank the Southern Maryland delegation for supporting community colleges. Along with students representing Maryland’s other 15 community colleges they asked legislators to support Gov. Martin O’Malley’s proposed FY2014 operating budget that provides for a 7% increase in state aid to community colleges.
Senate President Sen. Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr. (District 27) told students that he promises to keep the budget for Maryland’s community colleges growing. Students also heard from Del. Anthony “Tony” J. O’Donnell (District 29C) who took the opportunity to recognize the students from CSM and the important role the college plays in Southern Maryland.
Student Association leaders and representatives from CSM met with Sen. Thomas “Mac” Middleton and delegates John L. Bohanan Jr., Peter Murphy, Sally Jameson and John F. Wood Jr. in the Southern Maryland Delegation meeting room of the House of Delegates Building in Annapolis this month for Student Advocacy Day. First row, from left, are Tia Dickerson of Lusby; Kirsten Sellers of Port Republic; John Jones of Waldorf; Thomas West and Audra West of Loveville; Nataly Cruz-Castillo of Lexington Park; second row, from left, Connie Barrow of Chesapeake Beach; Christopher Allahiari of Waldorf; Marion Lindstrom of Huntingtown; Wood, Murphy, Middleton, Jameson, Bohanan, Lora Clarke of Mechanicsville; Tavia Tate of Great Mills; Jazzmika Chase and Kayode Bello both of Waldorf.
Scouts Build Bridges “Boy Scouts from Troop 430 recently participated in part of a multi-phase conservation service project to build foot bridges along a new trail that will run from Prince Frederick to the Chesapeake Bay Overlook. The work is part of a Hornaday Conservation project lead by Ian McClain, to benefit the American Chestnut Land Trust by constructing five bridges across streams along the trail route which traverses through some of the pristine lands preserved by ACLT within the Parkers Creek watershed. Boy Scout Troops from throughout the Western Shore District have been invited to participate in the project by combining together to adopt a site to construct one of the bridges. The project goal is to complete the bridges in time for the trail opening in April to celebrate Earth Day.”
Pictured from left to right are: James Kopper, Jeffrey Wilson, Bert Estes, Jimmy Bartlebaugh, Josh Beaver, Ray McClain, and Ken Romney. In the foreground are Bob Estes and Louisa Kopper. Photo by Ron McClain.
School Advocates Get “Golden Apple” Members of the Calvert County Board of Education’s Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) received a recent visit from Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot who presented them with a Golden Apple Award to honor them for studying issues affecting public schools. Superintendent Dr. Jack Smith said at the ceremony, “The work you do is impressive and it makes a significant difference.” One of the issues the CAC looked into in 2011 is financial literacy, which led to a recommendation of a high school course for all students as a requirement for graduation. The Class of 2016 will be the first required to complete this class.
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Pride & Joy By Jenny Kellner
Young Firefighter Inspires Others Chris Chaillet of Chesapeake Beach is the fourth in a long line of Chaillet’s to be proud members of Company 1 Fire Department in North Beach, serving Northern Calvert County. At age 26, he says he signed up at age 19 because, “I wanted to help people on their worst day.” He added that he’s proud to be a part of Company 1 and can’t imagine being anywhere else. He manages to volunteer with the department while working a paying day job in Bowie. Mr. Chaillet recently took time with local children to explain ways that firefighters help their community by meeting with with Girl Scout Troop 1098 at Prime Time Children's & Youth Activity Center in Owings. The girls are in grades 2-5 and most live in the Twin Beaches area. Troop Leader Pam Brannon said he helped the girls with the requirements for their Brownie First Aid Try-It and their Junior First Aid Badge. “The girls loved him. He talked about basic first aid, fire safety and answered any other questions that the 18 girls threw his way. Chris tried to make the girls understand that even though the firefighters look and sound weird while wearing their equipment, they are there to help them. He told them, ‘Don't be scared, we are there to save you.’ Some of the girls mentioned that they were told not to talk or go with strangers. Chris tried to help them understand that the firefighters go into homes to help rescue
people during an emergency not to hurt them. He also explained to the girls that the firefighters put their life on the line every day to save others.” Chris Chaillet said that his evening with the girls was awesome. “Some of them were really thinking outside of the box and asked great questions.” The Fire Departments and EMT’s of Calvert County are the only remaining all volunteer force in the state of Maryland.
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Summer Jobs @ Parks Love working with kids? Enjoy the outdoors? Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks are offering part-time employment and volunteer opportunities this summer. Minimum age is 16 years for paid employment. All staff are considered safety sensitive and must complete criminal background check and drug testing as part of employment. Training is provided for all summer employees. Other training may be required for specialty classes and positions. 2013 Summer Camps and Programs require that applicants submit a Part-Time Employment Application available on their web site at aacounty.org (Click Agencies, then Recreation & Parks) and feel free to include a cover sheet and/or resume. If you have questions about summer employment, please contact Sara Greulich at (410) 222-7300. Submit your application by Thursday, February 28, 2013.
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Pets Meet Bean! It doesn't get much better than Bean. This 11-month-old Chesapeake Bay Retriever/Pit Bull mix is easy going and laid back, gets along well with other dogs, likes kids and would be fine with cats! Oh, and did we mention that he's super cute? Any family would be ever so lucky to add Bean to their household, so hurry up and find out why Bean is quickly becoming a staff and volunteer favorite! For more information, please visit: HumaneSocietyOfCalvertCounty.org or visit all the animals available in person at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Phone: (410) 257-4908. Be sure to say you read about this pet in the Chesapeake Current! Here are a few of the pets available for adoption from Anne Arundel Animal Control this week: Teddy Teddy is a handsome altered male, domestic short hair cat. He’s a black and brown tabby, about six years old, and had to be given up for adoption by his family. Tiny Tiny is a tan and white domestic short hair cat, estimated to be about seven years old. He is an altered male who had to be given up for adoption by his family. PJ PJ is a domestic short hair cat, an altered male, who is gray and white. He’s estimated to be about five years old and had to be given up by his family for adoption. For more information about these or any of the many other lovable animals currently needing homes, contact Anne Arundel County Animal Control at (410) 222-8900. Be sure to say you saw them in the Chesapeake Current! (Note: Animal Control is closed on Mondays). Please do your part and vaccinate your pet! Anne Arundel County Animal Control will offer low cost rabies vaccination clinics on Thursdays, Feb. 21, Feb. 28 and Mar. 7 from noon to 3:00 p.m. All dogs must be on leashes and all cats must be in carriers. Be sure to bring a bowl and water for your animal to drink while you wait in line. This clinic is for Anne Arundel County residents only and proof of residence will be required. Call (410) 222-8900 for more info.
CURRENT EVENTS The Sharp-Dressed Man 200 Years Ago
New Book On Local Black Families
Not only women through the ages have been concerned with fashion. To explain all about how guys used to dress, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum in St. Leonard will host “Federal Fashions: Talks on Historic Clothing” on Sat. Mar. 9 at 1:00 p.m. to give you a chance to learn about what was in style 200 years ago. This talk, entitled, “1812 Menswear: Dressing for Success & War” will be presented by historians Ross Kimmel and Ed Seufert and focus on men’s civilian and military clothing worn at the time of the War of 1812. Using authentic outfits they’ve made, they will illustrate proper dress for men in the early 19th century. It’s a far cry from T-shirts, jeans and flip-flops we see everywhere today. This very interesting program is free and will be held in the MAC Lab meeting room. Call (410) 586-8500 for more information. Ross Kimmel is a native Marylander with a life-long interest in state and national history. His interest in reproducing historical costume was piqued as a teenager, when he
“Passing Through Shady Side” by local resident Ann Widdifield highlights the lives and experiences of several generations of African American families who have lived on the Shady Side peninsula during the last 150 years. It also covers a great deal of Shady Side history. A book signing and reception will be held Sat., Mar. 9, at St. Matthews United Methodist Church, 6234 Shady Side Road. It will begin at 2 p.m. with a presentation in the Sanctuary, followed at 2:30 p.m. by the book signing and reception in the Fellowship Hall. In her book, Widdifield tells the stories of several African American families who progressed through days of struggle, loss, hard work, adventure, and humor, and continue to live inspiring lives today. She also provides a comprehensive history of Shady Side. Judith A. Cabral of the Kunta KinteAlex Haley Foundation has praised “Passing Through Shady Side” saying , “Widdifield has brought the lives and stories of this waterside community alive and in the process has filled a void in the history books of southern Maryland.” Ann Widdifield earned Masters’ degrees from Ball State University, and the University of Virginia. She taught in elementary schools for 37 years. She and her husband Noel live in
Ed Seufert.
Ross Kimmel. joined a shooting and reenacting unit for the national Civil War Centennial. He’s an active living history volunteer at several Civil War sites in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. After majoring in history at the University of Maryland, Kimmel served as state historian for the Maryland Park Service for 36 years before retiring in 2010. During his career in state parks, he oversaw reconstruction of two enlisted men’s barracks at Fort Frederick, a National Bicentennial Project and directed historical programs all over the state. Toward the end of his formal career, he was active in the 1st Maryland Regiment, the state’s official War of 1812 Bicentennial reenactment unit, an experience that broadened his interest in early 19th century historical clothing. Ed Seufert has been re-enacting since 1975 and over the years has portrayed members of the British Army for the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and World War II. With the exception of the 20th century, Seufert has always made his own uniforms. Learning by trial and error, and by examining period clothing, he has come to learn to do it 'right' with both correct patterns and cloth.
Shady Side where they have been generous sponsors of the Captain Avery Museum. All profits from the sale of her book will be donated to the Museum. Learn more about the book and author at passingthroughshadyside.com Copies of the book are available and may be purchased for $23.95 plus tax (and shipping of $3 if applicable) from the Museum’s web site, captainaverymuseum.org.
Local Artist Shows Works Maceo Leatherwood's Mini-Retrospect of his paintings is on display in the Town Hall of Chesapeake Beach through the month of February. His artwork includes Mixed Media, Acrylic Paintings, Water Colors, Ink Drawings, Color Pencils and Limited Edition Prints. The works are on display in the Town Hall atrium and everyone is invited to come by and enjoy them. Maceo was born and raised in Washington D.C. and spent every summer of his young life on his maternal grandparents farm in Maryland. Maceo and his wife Wilma Leidig moved to Calvert County in 1978 where they built his studio addition onto their home. start in drawing became a life-long obsession According to his relatives, his first of observing the world and people around drawings were of horses and people. This early him.
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CURRENT EVENTS Participants Wanted for Artsfest Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Dowell/Solomons invites artists, cultural and environmental organizations to reserve their booth space early for the 20th anniversary event. Artsfest ’13 is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 21 and 22. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2013, but they encourage groups to reserve space ASAP. Artsfest attracts more than 10,000 visitors, and is a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness of your organization and activities. Call (410) 326-4640 or email info@annmariegarden.org for an application or more information.
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Owl Night Hike for All Ages: from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Kings Landing Park, 3255 Thru Thursday, Feb. 28 Kings Landing Road, Huntingtown. Join a Pots, Paints and Print by Ray Bogle and naturalist for an exciting winter night hike. Carol Wade at ArtWorks@7th, 9100 Bay With the moonlight and the stars to light the way, it will be a picturesque evening to search Avenue, North Beach. for owls throughout the park. Please dress for the weather and bring flashlights. Meet by the barn. Call (410) 535-2661 for info. Thru Sunday, Mar. 3 Black History Show: Featuring Dona Baker Saturday, Feb. 23 at CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Rd., Prince Frederick. Opening reception will "Shoppes of Asbury" will be having a sale be held on Sat., Feb. 23, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Asbury Retirement Community Group Show: “Things I Love” also at the Solomons auditorium, 11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons, CalvART Gallery thru Mar. 3. MD. This includes "Betty's Closet" resale of new and gently used clothing; "Library Thru Sunday, Mar. 24 Committee" selling books and music; and Living Gallery at Annmarie Sculpture Garden "Granny's Treasures" selling furniture, house & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Road, wares and many miscellaneous items. All Dowell/Solomons. Annmarie’s Main Gallery proceeds benefit the Benevolent Care fund. will be transformed into artist studio space Questions call (410) 394-3483. during The Living Gallery. More than 20 artists, including painters, sculptors, Vine Vindicator Work Day: Help improve ceramicists and others will set up their studios native plant species on American Chestnut and work in the gallery. Guests are invited to Land Trust (ACLT) lands by identifying and observe the artistic process and talk with the removing non-native invasive species from artists about their work. Questions about any 9:00 a.m. – 12 Noon. Meet at the ACLT aspect of the artistic process – techniques, south side trailhead barn on Scientists' Cliffs tools, materials, subject and inspiration – are Road, Port Republic. Bring work gloves and highly encouraged. loppers or clippers if you have them. Please call the office if you are planning to participate. (410) 414-3400. Thursday, Feb. 21 Invasive Species in the Chesapeake: Jonathan McKnight presents this informative program beginning at 7:00 p.m. about the toll invasive plants and animals are taking on the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem. McKnight, director of the Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Maryland Natural Heritage Program, will talk about efforts being taken to prevent, control or eradicate them. DNR is the state agency responsible for protecting rare, threatened and endangered species and natural areas. At the Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons (410) 326-2042
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Children’s Discovery Series: Skulls and Bones. At Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Examine animal bones or a skull - they hold important clues about an animal’s lifestyle and habits. Leader Harry Coulombe explains about identifying mammals through their skeletal system. Includes a hike to look for tracks and other animal signs. For adults and families with children 8 and older. Pre-register: call (410) 741-9330 or e-mail programs@jugbay.org.
CURRENT EVENTS Winter Hike at Double Oak Farm: At American Chestnut Land Trust, North Side Trail, Double Oak Road, Prince Frederick from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Join ACLT’s guides for a hike through the woods at Double Oak Farm and see beautiful, unobstructed views of Parkers Creek! Please register for this event. Dogs are not permitted on guided tours. Call (410) 414-3400 for more info. Oldies Dance: (Formerly the Hand Dance) Music from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s for dancing from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. Open to the public. $10.00 per person includes fountain sodas, draft beer, and snacks. Cash Bar and food also available. At the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Upper Level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260.
Sunday, Feb. 24 Haynes Sisters: 3 Sisters Family Harmony. Tiffany, Tonya and Tara have been singing together for over 25 years. All three of the Haynes Sisters are graduates of Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and continued their study at The University of North Texas. Everyone’s encouraged to hear them at Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 S. MD Blvd. Dunkirk, at 10:30 a.m. Free. Email: office@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org for more info. Playwriting Class: Presented by the Twin Beach Players (TBP) and nationally-recognized playwright Mark Scarf. This seminar will help support kids who are interested in writing plays for the TBP’s annual Kids Playwriting Festival, but the class is also open to adults. If you have ever an idea and want to fully explore your writing abilities, this is the class for you. Mark teaches writing on college level and will help you if writing play or any type of idea of pen to paper. Cost to TBP members is $5.00; $8.00 for non-members. Scharf has a Master of Fine Arts degree in Playwriting from the University of Virginia and is a member of the Dramatists Guild. All classes will be held at the Boys & Girls Club of Southern MD located at 9021 Dayton Ave., North Beach. Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thurs. Feb. 28 – Sun. Mar. 3 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: at the Patuxent High School Auditorium, Feb. 28, Mar. 1, and Mar. 2 @ 7:00 p.m.; Mar. 3 @ 2:00 p.m. A delightful family musical entering into the world of pure imagination. Featuring such songs as "The Candy Man" and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," this classic childhood favorite will delight every member of the audience. Willy Wonka, candy maker extraordinaire, creates a contest to find a golden ticket to tour his factory and win the prize of a lifetime. Do you have a Golden Ticket? Prices: $8 Adult; $6 Student/Senior; $5 Children 2-10
Friday, Mar. 1 First Free Friday: The Calvert Marine Museum at Solomons is open free from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This month features the opening of the Youth Art Month Exhibit by students from Calvert County schools in the lobby. Enjoy Harmony Grit performing traditional and contemporary folk, country, and light rock, starting at 6:30 p.m. These four local musicians compliment rich vocals with guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjolele, bass, harmonica and cello. PHS PTSA Willy Wonka Dinner Theater: In the Patuxent High School (PHS) Cafeteria @ 5:30 p.m. Come to a special dinner before the show for the annual PHS PTSA Dinner Theater to benefit the PHS PTSA 2013 Scholarship Fund. Menu includes choice of pasta (spaghetti or lasagna), salad, bread, dessert, and drinks. Dinner Tickets include meal and admission to the show beginning at 7:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $10 Student/Senior Discount; $15 Adult; $45 Family Rate: 2 adults/2 discount. Reservations requested, but not required; walk-ins welcome! Call (443) 624-4484. “Sock” Hop: benefitting the homeless. Calling all women - break out your poodle skirts and bobby socks, and come join the fun in the fellowship hall at Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 S. MD Blvd. Dunkirk, at 7:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share and a package of socks or underclothing for the homeless. Free, but we will be taking up a love offering. Contact: women@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org for more info.
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Casual Tuesday Dinner: Informal dinner from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The menu will include shrimp. Cost is $10, including sides, salad, and beverage.
All-You-Can-Eat Country Breakfast: The Deale Volunteer Fire Department invites you to breakfast from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cost is $7 per person with children age five and under free. Menu features scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries, sausage gravy, creamed chipped beef, biscuits, juice and
coffee. At the Deale Fire Department, 6007 Salamander Soiree: At Biscoe Gray Heritage Drum Point Road in Deale. Farm, 2695 Gray’s Road, Prince Frederick, from 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. For families with Indoor Yard Sale to benefit Adult Day Care children age five and older. Don’t miss this of Calvert County from 8:00 a.m. to Noon at great opportunity to explore one of the lesser Adult Day Care of Calvert County center known Calvert County Natural Resource located on the lower level of the health Division areas. We’ll hike through the woods department building (main entrance in back) to search for vernal pools and streams fed by on the corner of the Calvert Memorial spring rains – looking for spring wildflowers Hospital campus in Prince Frederick. Adult and amphibians along the way. Wear your rain Day Care is an independent nonprofit boots and clothes that can get muddy. Cost is organization that cares, is a structured day $5; Battle Creek Nature Education Society program of compassionate care and members $3. Fee is per child. Pre-registration community-based activities for elderly and required. Call (410) 535-5327 for more info. disabled adults, designed to enhance their physical, social and emotional health. Call Spaghetti Dinner & Bake Sale: Lothian (410) 535-0133, visitadcofcalvertcounty for Ruritan Club will once again be holding its more info or email director.adc@gmail.com. annual event at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1222 Bayard Rd. in Lothian from Blood Drive: St Paul's Episcopal Church at 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. All of the profits from 25 Church St., Prince Frederick will have its the dinner will be used to purchase food for next blood drive from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. the SCAN food bank and all of the proceeds Please call 1-800-Red Cross or e-mail from the bake sale will be donated to the redcrossblood.org to make an appointment. Charlotte Hall Veterans home where they Walk-ins are usually welcome as well. need new Bingo equipment. We will again have a complete salad bar and four spaghetti Kids & Critters: Rainbow Makers: For ages sauces: vegetarian, ground beef, ground beef 3 to 5. Adult participation encouraged. What and Italian sausage and ground turkey with colors go into a rainbow? Did you know that fresh baked Italian garlic bread. For desert, sometimes you can make new colors by mixing there will be fresh baked gingerbread with the ones you have? This event will feature play homemade lemon sauce. Also, home baked with mixing colors and making colors and pastries for sale that you can take home! spending some time outside on a color hunt. From 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at the Battle Cultural Icons: is the exciting new art show Creek Cypress Swamp Nature Center, 2880 by Ray and Phyllis Noble at Artworks @ 7th in Gray's Road, Prince Frederick. Cost: per child: North Beach. Offered is an amazing $3.00/BCNES members $1.00. Reservations collection of original glass art icons using fused required. Email: cypressswamp@co.cal.md.us. glass. Religious, political, and whimsical icons in an array of colors will be on exhibit and for Praise-N-Thunder Homeless Outreach: The sale during the month of March. An opening 1st Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m. at reception will be held at the gallery on Mar. 2 Dunkirk Baptist Church. Meet in the Youth from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The artists will be Building to make lunches and travel to DC to on site to talk about their work. Free! serve the homeless. Contact Tim Duelley at (240) 997.0316 for info. Charity Quarter Auction at Calvert Elks Lodge on Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick begins at 2:00 p.m. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Food and beverage available for purchase. Call (410) 535-5110 for additional information.
Sunday, Mar. 3
Brownies Badge Program: “In the Wind” at the Calvert Marine Museum at Solomons. This program is offered from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fee $11; preregistration is required. Call (410) 326-2042 x41 for more information and to register.
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