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Meet Capt. Stephen Funk. This summer, he will be offering a new way to get around to some of the most popular restaurants, bars and marinas in the area: a water taxi! It’s set to sail in mid-May, and will be an affordable family fun alternative! Our exclusive Chesapeake Current story on page 12...
You Ain’t Nothin’ But a Hound Dog
Who doesn’t love “The Fabulous Hubcaps?” And don’t you just love puppies and kittens, too? Get your tickets now for the annual “Rock-N-Roll for Rescues” to help support the Humane Society of Calvert County – and see these two ‘ole hound dogs, too: “Rockin’ Elvis” Jim Godbold and Handsome Dan, who looks so cool in his doggles! The story on page 4…
An Egg-ceptional Treat!
Every year, volunteers at a Southern Anne Arundel County church spend hours making the most incredible Easter eggs. How you can enjoy these scrumptious, beautiful works of handmade art? See our story on page 4…
Also Inside 4 Community 10 Taking Care of Business 12 Cover Story 14 Letters 16 Remembering Family & Friends 20 Business Directory 22 Current Events
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EPA, Dominion Cove Point Settle Violations Dominion Cove Point, LNG will pay a $365,000 civil penalty to settle alleged violations of federal environmental regulations involving unreported releases of ammonia into the air from its liquefied natural gas distribution facility at 2100 Cove Point Road, Lusby. The US Environmental Protection Agency cited Dominion for failing to report 27 separate releases of more than 100 pounds of ammonia from its natural gas turbines while generating the site’s electricity, according to the EPA’s Mid-Atlantic Regional office in Philadelphia. Federal regulations require facilities to report any anhydrous ammonia release above 100 pounds to the National Response Center, the state emergency response commission, and local emergency planning officials. Dominion failed to immediately notify any of these agencies following each of the 27 ammonia releases. It also failed to submit required follow-up reports to the agencies. These reports provide useful information in case an emergency response is necessary. “When manufacturing facilities experience the release of a reportable substance, they
Girl Talk: The Dominion Cove Point facility in Lusby.
must notify emergency responders so nearby communities can be properly protected,” said Shawn M. Garvin, EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator. “Dominion Cove is now providing continuous emissions reporting, which benefits the responders and the community.” The alleged violations come under two federal statues: the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA); and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), also known as Superfund. EPCRA requires notification of the state and local authorities, and CERCLA requires notification of the National Response Center.
Community Outpouring Following Fatal Fire A day after being pulled from her burning home by two off-duty Prince George’s County firefighters, an Owings woman has died from injuries she sustained. Carol Hausmann, age 68, was home alone at 7650 Lake Shore Drive in Owings when the fire broke out and called 9-1-1 to report it on the morning of Mon. Mar. 9.
The Prince George’s County Fire Dept. says that Retired member and Union Executive Representative Tom Breen noticed his neighbor’s house on fire. Tom proceeded to enter the burning home by kicking in the door, found the female occupant and removed her from the residence. Tom immediately began CPR and was assisted by off-duty Lt. CJ Smart in resuscitation efforts. Around 10:30 a.m., firefighters from Dunkirk, North Beach, Huntington, Prince Fredrick and several Anne Arundel County departments responded to the fire. Hausmann was flown to the Washington Medstar Hospital burn unit where she was admitted in critical condition. Hours later, she
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Mourners have placed flowers at the Hausmann’s mailbox. Photo from a GoFundMe.com campaign to help the family.
Carol and Thomas Hausmann. Photo from a GoFundMe.com campaign to help the family following the fire that claimed Carol’s life.
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passed away. Her complete obituary is on page 17 of this issue of the Chesapeake Current. A campaign to help the family was quickly established at GoFundMe.com. Within the first day, over $8,000 was donated. As of press time, over 170 people have donated more than $14,200 to help the family and Carol’s husband of 47-years, Thomas Hausmann. If you’d like to donate, go to GoFundMe.com and type Hausmann into the search box. Deputy State Fire Marshals are still investigating the origin and cause of the fire. The two-story, wood-framed single-family home was heavily damaged, which caused it to collapse. The extensive damage to the structure has caused an estimated loss of $350,000, with approximately $275,000 of damages in the property and an additional $75,000 worth of damages to the personal contents within the dwelling. Anyone with any information in reference to the fire is asked to call the Southern Region Office of the State Fire Marshal at (443) 550-6820.
There will be speakers, dinner, exhibitors, prizes and lots of girl talk! Dr. Nagi Khouri, Johns Hopkins Medicine and the Center for Breast Care at CMH, will discuss “Understanding Personalized Breast Cancer Screening, including 3D mammography, and Angela Ginn, Culinary Nutritionist, will present “Nurture Your Body and Feed Your Soul.” There will be a survivor panel to share their paths to survivorship.
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Volunteers Undertake Egg-ceptional Project Orders are now being accepted for the scrumptious handmade, chocolate-covered, Easter Eggs created each year by members of Centenary United Methodist Church in Shady Side. The quarter pound eggs are available in four cream flavors: butter cream, chocolate, coconut and peanut butter. Eggs cost $2.50 each when pre-ordered at church. To place your order, call (410) 8679567. They will also be available for purchase at Shady Side Market and Renno’s Market
Larry Cox and Camille Vogts weigh the candy eggs.
Shaping the eggs: (in back) Pastor Kyle Durbin; in front (L to R:) Elaine Catterton, Mattie Phipps, Tyler Phipps, and Muriel Joyce.
in Shady Side, Christopher’s Fine Foods in Churchton and Grauel’s Office Supply in Deale. These wonderful, old-fashioned Easter treats have been produced by members of the Centenary UM Church for 15 years, using a family recipe handed down through generations. For further information, please go to the website of the church: centenary-umc.com.
Join These “Hound Dogs” For Good Cause “The Fabulous Hubcaps” will rock around the clock for the Humane Society of Calvert County’s ”Rock-N-Roll for Rescues” fundraiser on Fri. April 10 at 7:00 p.m. After years of being held in Solomons, it’s in a new location this year, Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. Along with the rockin’ oldies show, enjoy dancing, silent and Chinese auctions, a photo booth and so much more fun! Tickets are $35 per person and are available at Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge, the American Legion, the Humane Society Shelter in Sunderland and online at TicketRiver.com/ event/14266.
Staff of Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge with “Rockin’ Elvis” Jim Godbold.
Also featured is “Rockin’ Elvis” Jim Godbold (pictured) with “Handsome Dan,” a friendly two-year-old Lab-Pit mix who is looking for a family. Dan is good-natured,
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“Rockin Elvis” Jim Godbold with “Handsome Dan” at Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge, a major sponsor of “Rock-N-Roll for Rescues” this year.
and likes people, kids and other dogs, too. He’s the longest resident of the shelter, having been there for about a year. Although he’s a staff favorite, he needs a forever home. Come meet him at an adoption event to be held at the Legion from noon to 3:00 p.m. the day of the show. Humane Society spokesperson Gail Prisel says this is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Humane Society, which is a no-kill animal shelter. Last year, Rock-N-Roll for Rescues raised more than $10,000, so get your tickets now and enjoy a fun night for a great cause. Don’t want to drive home after the show? Overnight accommodations are available at Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. Call (866) 312-5596 and mention Rock ‘N’ Roll for Rescues!
Additional Deputy Will Patrol the Beaches The Town Councils of both Chesapeake Beach and North Beach are agreeing to come up with the funds to bring in an additional sheriff’s deputy to fight crime – especially drugs – in their jurisdictions. Currently, there are nine deputies assigned to the Twin Beaches. This includes one commander, one supervisor, one K-9 officer, five deputies (who are the primary call takers) and one deputy specifically assigned just to Chesapeake Beach. The split is Chesapeake Beach, with a larger population, paying 65% of the costs and North Beach 35%, except for the Chesapeake Beach deputy, which is paid for 100% by the town. To cover the costs of the additional deputy, Chesapeake Beach Town Council first approved $10,213 for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2015, and at its meeting on Thurs. Mar. 12, North Beach council agreed to pay its share - $5,499 through July 1. For Fiscal Year 2016, the total cost of the deputy, with salary, benefits and a car, will total nearly $142,500, which is to be funded between the towns by the same 65/35 ratio. That breaks down to $92,620 for Chesapeake Beach to pay next fiscal year, and $49,872 from North Beach to keep the additional officer on duty. The new deputy will be specially trained as an investigator, with an emphasis in crime scene processing and narcotics operations. The new deputy will be on duty starting Mar. 22. Sheriff Mike Evans [R] says additional officer is justified because of an increased problem of drug activity, especially involving heroin. He also said when there’s a “crime spree” in the beaches, like a recent rash of shed break-ins, home burglaries, and tire slashing, deputies will be in a better position to quickly respond and make arrests. Evans said it’s been years since the contingent in the towns has been “beefed up.” He told the councils, “The population of Chesapeake Beach has risen to just under 8,000 people and continues to climb. This is up from approximately 5,000 people in 2000.” Although Evans said the crime rate has remained flat in the beaches, there have been an increased number of calls in response to the growth in population. Evans said he could not promise that the
new deputy will spend all his or her time within the town limits, because criminal activities often span the jurisdictions. Council Member Gwen Schiada asked how the impact of the new deputy could be measured, since the town is spending the extra money. Evans responded that it’s difficult to measure what didn’t happen, but, “Any time we add a deputy in a marked police car, we are deterring crime.” The Sheriff said that narcotics are the biggest threat here and statewide. “Almost all of our crimes, our thefts and burglaries, have a drug nexis to them. People are doing the crimes to get money for drugs. We’ve seen a large increase in heroin overdose deaths. Last year in Calvert County, there were 14 overdose deaths. This year already we have five – three heroin and two others.” He said there have been many other incidents in which the victims were saved with a drug called NARCAN. Deputies say in North Beach this year, there have been five overdoses (not deaths). In Chesapeake Beach, there were three last month. The final vote was 4 to 1, with Councilman Mike Benton being absent. The one opposing vote was cast by Councilman Greg McNeill. “I think that there’s a drug problem in town,” said McNeill, adding that he thinks the sheriff and deputies do a great job in the county. But he said he preferred a “municipal” police force. “I have a problem with the model because they are county sheriff’s deputies, that we’re paying to do a similar job… doing their job more enhanced in the beaches. They are not a beach police force. And this I think is just moving in the wrong direction. I think we’re trying to shoehorn, trying to recreate a municipal police force with the sheriff’s office. While they do similar things, they wear uniforms, they carry guns, they are not the same thing. I think we’re moving in the wrong direction. At the end of the day, deputies, this investigator, don’t work for the town, they work for the county sheriff. I think the town needs to invest in our own policing capacity. While I applaud the effort of the sheriff’s office and the deputies here in town, and the merits of having this kind of investigator, I think we need to invest in our own municipal capacity.”
Pier, Public Works Upgrades Planned The Town of North Beach will be “going green” with a solar panel project at its public works building. At the Town Council meeting on Mar. 12, council members voted to award a contract to Solar Tech Inc. of Hollywood, MD to install a 13.5 KW solar power grid on the roof of the building. The cost will be covered by a $37,000 grant from the Maryland Energy Authority. Council members were told that the solar system will reduce the cost of electricity at the public works facility from $4,500 a year to roughly $2,100. The town will also get “solar credits” that can be sold to bring in additional revenue. The council in addition voted to award a contract worth $44,550 to City Electric Supply to replace eight pole and ten shorter bollard lights on the new pier, when completed. After much discussion about what color the fixtures should be, Mayor Mark Frazer asked the citizens in the audience to vote on their preference: white or dark bronze to match existing light
Rick Crump is the town’s new Code Enforcement Officer.
fixtures in the area. The town staff had recommended white because of plans to conduct weddings on the new pier. But the citizens voted in favor of the darker poles, which the council also voted to install. At the council meeting, the town’s new Code Enforcement Officer, Rick Crump was introduced. Crump said he is retired from the Prince George’s County Dept. of Corrections and most recently was a proprietor of the Crooked I in Chesapeake Beach.
Sheriff Mike Evans and two of his deputies answer questions about crime and adding a new deputy at the March North Beach Council meeting.
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Sincerely, Susan
Public Meetings Set on Signage Issues The Calvert County Department of Community Planning and Building (CPB) announces it is hosting three public meetings to explain the county’s draft signage regulations and take public comments. The meetings will be held: · Wed., Mar. 25, in the Huntingtown High School cafeteria, 4125 Solomons Island Road, at 7:00 p.m. · Thurs., Mar. 26, in the Patuxent High School cafeteria, 12485 Southern Connector Blvd., at 7:00 p.m. · Wed., Apr. 8, in the Calvert High School cafeteria, 600 Dares Beach Road, 7:00 p.m. To review the draft regulations please visit co.cal.md.us/signage. The public is encouraged to submit written comments on the regulations by mail to CPB, 150 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD, 20678, ATTN: Sign Regulations, by Apr. 15, 2015. In addition, comment cards will be available and collected at all three meetings. Public input plays a vital role as the review process moves forward. For more information about the meetings, to request reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities or linguistic barriers or to submit comments via email, contact Calvert County Long Range Planner Jenny Plummer-Welker at plummejl@co.cal.md.us or Transportation Planner Pat Haddon at haddonpj@co.cal.md.us.
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Signs, Signs Everywhere Signs Another controversial topic that has dragged on for years is the sign regulations for Calvert County. Like other controversial topics, there are the extremes on either end: those folks who want no signs at all and those folks who desperately want as many of them as they can get to publicize their businesses. A good example is the so-called “litter on a stick.” Those are the small signs on sticks that proliferate all over the County every Friday night after the State Highway Administration (SHA) closes for the weekend and then they come down on Sunday night before the SHA re-opens early Monday morning. On Sunday, H & R Block had dozens of them along the edge of Route 4 to advertise their office location in Dunkirk. Many of these signs have print too small to even read as you are barreling down Route 4 at 60 mph or more, so they are totally ineffective. They just provide visual clutter. However, businesses tell me that they track how effective their different methods of advertising are and that signage accounts for a lot of their business activity. They believe that without the signage, they would not survive. This is probably true for spur of the moment purchases, like pizza or wings. I don’t believe that it is true for oil changes being advertised over 30 miles from where they are performed. A sign committee has been meeting for several years. Finally, a compromise has been reached. The draft or proposed sign ordinance is being presented to every community group open to receiving a presentation on the proposals for signage in Calvert County. It really is a draft or proposal that could change if the great majority of folks who hear the thorough presentation disagree with the conclusions. I doubt that will be the case, though. The disagreement that I have heard are from those who have not heard the entire presentation, but are just responding to one tenet of the proposed ordinance pulled out of context onto a FB page or in an email. The other factor to consider is that SHA still controls all the signage on State roads like Route 4, Route 231, or
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any other road with a number. These proposed or draft regulations are for COUNTY roads only. I, personally, like monument signs. I like having a sign at the entrance to a town center that lists the businesses in that town center. I hate the signs at the entrances to the County Parks and the County landfill, but then I voted against them and lost that battle. They are just as much visual pollution to my way of thinking. Have ONE sign at the entrances to each town center that lists upcoming events in a strip format. For example: Empty Bowl Supper. SJVFLC, March 21, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $25. $30 at the door. Silent Auction. Benefits Project ECHO. Another two-line strip might read: Calvert Hospice Visiting Chef Fundraiser. Running Hare Vineyard, April 3, 7 to 11 p.m. $. Silent Auction. Benefits Calvert Hospice House. Yet another: Calvert Community Foundation Announces First 2015 Grant Recipient. Free Breakfast. Wisner Hall at KLP. April 18, 9 to 10:30 am. You get the idea. As soon as the event is over, take down the strip to make way for another! This idea would lessen the cost of having the signs made, would standardize the format so that it is a size and color that can be read. How do you feel about digital signs, which are definitely the wave of the future? How about vehicles which are signs (as opposed to a sign on a vehicle)? Attend one of the presentations and weigh in to your County Commissioners. They need to hear your INFORMED voice. For more information on upcoming presentations, or to schedule one, please call the Department of Community Planning and Building (CPB) at 401-535-1600. About the Author: Susan Shaw, of the SincerelySusan.info opinion column is a former Calvert County Commissioner, an LCSW-C (Licensed, Certified, Social Worker-Clinical). More info will be available shortly at SincerelySusan.info.
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In the Mallards Moving Back By Doc Wexler
By Lisa Lisa Bierer Garrett
The winged migration returns to Maryland with a lessening abundance of ducks each year, but the most resilient duck of all is the Mallard. Mallards are a common sight all around the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries inland lakes, and ponds. These ducks prefer shallow water that allows easy access to bottom foods. Males are referred to as “drakes” and females are referred to as “ducks” or just hens. Other frequently seen ducks are: the Hooded Merganser, Wood ducks, Black ducks, Redhead ducks, Scaup ducks, Bufflehead ducks, Goldeneye ducks, and the Ruddy duck. For anyone who has visited some of our many waterfront restaurants in Maryland, you would be well advised to select which bathroom you enter carefully. Many a time have women walked right into the door marked “drake” or men’s room and vice versa, which can be a most embarrassing moment for anyone. Mating for Mallards begins in early spring, and is more often than not a very aggressive encounter between the two, especially for the
female. Males typically pin the female down by biting and holding her by the neck as mating begins. Single females often find themselves victims of multiple mating by young males who can be extremely aggressive to the point that the hen may die of exhaustion. The preferred nesting sites of mallards are tall grasses and reeds that allow some protection from above and from ground predators. Most common predators include; raccoons, skunks, hawks, eagles, snakes and foxes – not to mention humans. Nests are built by piling up assorted length grasses, leaving an indentation in the middle, that will keep their eggs from rolling out. Mallards lay nine to twelve eggs on average. The eggs are incubated for about 28 days when they hatch into ducklings - those cute, little yellow balls of fuzz we all adore. The ducklings quickly imprint on their mothers and will follow her wherever she goes until they fledge at about two months of age. They eventually and reluctantly gain a little more confidence to allow a bit of distance
between mom and themselves. At 12 to 16 weeks of age, flight begins and they take their first true steps as young adults. Mother ducks are very protective of their own babies; however, they seldom will allow non-brood relatives to join their families and will aggressively chase any intruder away. As the juveniles follow their mothers in flight, they learn the ways of life, what predators to look out for, and any food sources that are available. Their primary diets consist of sea grasses, a wide variety of insects, crustaceans, worms, seeds, and aquatic plants. If you want to see a duckling or juvenile get really excited, throw a cricket in its path and watch as the mayhem begins. Ducks are commonly known to dip their heads into the water and upend their bodies with their tails wagging as they feed under water. They have comb like rows of ribs on their bills called pecten that allow them to sift silty waters for food. Most of us are familiar with Donald and Daffy duck from childhood memories and often relate to the cartoon character, Elmer
Fudd, the “great hunter.” In real life, however, ducks usually do not escape hunting due to the ammunition used. The average shotgun shell used for bird hunting contains as many as 250 or more small metal balls that spray out of the shotgun barrel at high velocity, spreading out in an ever greater pattern as they travel towards their target. Unfortunately, when the hunter shoots into a flock or group of ducks, perhaps killing one or two, they will also wound, often fatally, many others that fall away to die hours, or even days, later. Such collateral damage seems wasteful, cruel, and unnecessary, and we see many in our center each year.
Volunteer, Steven Gladu is admitting an injured male Mallard duck.
If you are interested in learning more about raptors, raptor rescues or volunteering at Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center (OWRC), please contact Jennifer Stilley at (410) 3260937.
Volunteer, Brenda Songy, is admitting an injurred male Canvasback Duck.
About the Author: Doc is multi-degreed and holds over one thousand continuing education hours in Wildlife medicine and rehabilitation through the Maryland state Veterinary Board and other State organizations.
Solomons Scientist Wins Prestigious Honor Dr. Jacqueline Grebmeier knows the impact of climate change on the Arctic first-hand. This year, she is being honored for 30-year career working to understand how Arctic marine ecosystems respond to environmental changes.
Dr. Jacqueline Grebmeier.
Research professor and a biological oceanographer at the University of Maryland Centerfor Environmental Science’s Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in
Solomons, Grebmeieir is being recognized for exceptional and sustained contributions to the understanding of the Arctic by the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC). This is an international scientific organization that supports leading-edge research through coordination by 22 member countries with Arctic research programs. The 2015 IASC Medal will be awarded in April during the Arctic Science Summit Week 2015 in Toyama, Japan. Her research centers on understanding how arctic marine ecosystems respond to environmental change, particularly efforts that illuminate the importance of biological systems living on the bottom of Arctic seas. Over the last 30 years, Grebmeier has participated in more than 45 oceanographic expeditions on both US and foreign vessels, many as Chief Scientist. She has written more than 100 peerreviewed scientific papers, and she has served as editor of several books and journal special issues.
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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports: Thefts Dep. T. Holt is investigating the theft of a boat and trailer from the front yard of a home in the 13000 block of Mills Creek Dr. in Lusby. The owner advised that the boat and trailer were last seen on Mar. 2 at about 2:30 p.m. The boat is a 21 ft., white Chris Craft, valued at $7,000. The trailer is valued at $500. The investigation continues. An AT&T employee discovered that 20 batteries had been stolen from inside three different housings on Holland Cliffs Road in Huntingtown sometime between Jan. 29 and Mar. 3. The Marathon batteries are valued at $800 each. Dep. A. Curtin is investigating. Burglaries Two lawn mowers, a Husqvarna LGT 2654 and a Swisher trail mower, each valued at $2,400, were stolen from the garage of a home in the 3500 block of Mia Lane in Port Republic sometime between Feb. 17 and Mar. 11. Sgt. R. Selkirk is investigating. A home in the 7900 block of Pine Blvd. in Lusby was burglarized between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Mar. 10. A gray colored Lenovo 15-inch laptop computer and a 46-inch LG flat screen television as well as numerous items of jewelry were stolen from the house. Dep. C. Idol is investigating. Unknown suspect(s) broke into and damaged a camper in the Chesapeake Ranch Estates Campground sometime between Mar. 2 and 9. Two BMX bikes were stolen. Dep. G. Gott is investigating. CDS Violation Dep. G. Gott arrested Michael Louis Kushner, 25, of Annapolis, on Mar. 10 at 6:04 p.m. after he conducted a traffic stop on Kushner at MD Rt. 4 near Nursery Rd. in Lusby. Kushner was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana more than 10 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia; a metal smoking device. Counterfeit Bills A manager at the Prince Frederick Food Lion advised DFC A. Woodford that a customer passed a counterfeit $50 bill to a checkout clerk on Mar. 10 at around 5:00 p.m. The clerk went to the customer service desk and determined the bill was counterfeit and returned to the register but by that time the suspect had fled. The manager discovered another $50 bill had been passed undetected earlier in the day. Woodford is continuing the investigation. Thefts from Vehicles DFC C. Fox is investigating the theft of loose change stolen from two unlocked vehicles between Mar. 8 and 9 in the 8200 block of Silverton Court in Chesapeake Beach. Dep. W. Beisel is investigating the same type of theft from an unlocked vehicle in the 8100
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block of Bayview Hill Dr. in Chesapeake Beach during the same timeframe. Dep. W. Beisel is also investigating the theft of a Garmin GPS unit from an unlocked vehicle in the 3400 block of Silverton Lane in Chesapeake Beach also committed during the above timeframe. Dep. W. Beisel took another report for theft from an unlocked vehicle on Silverton Lane that occurred between Mar. 6 and 9. An Apple Ipod Touch in a white and gray case was stolen. Two more victims on Silverton Lane reported to Dep. Lord and Dep. Schaefer that their unlocked vehicles were entered in the same timeframe and change and a GPS unit were stolen. Dep. Beisel took the report of a theft from a vehicle again on Silverton Lane during the same time frame. Change was stolen. Dep. Beisel made contact with a victim on Silverton Lane who reported that his vehicle console had been rummaged through but nothing appears to have been taken. The victim is unsure if he had locked his vehicle. Another victim on Silverton Lane reported to Dep. Beisel that his unlocked vehicle was also rummaged through overnight between Mar. 8 and 9 but nothing appears to have been taken. Two victims on Mears Bend in Chesapeake Beach advised DFC J. Lord that between Mar. 7 and 9 their unlocked vehicles were entered and a TomTom GPS unit and an Ipod were stolen from one vehicle; and light blue Beats by Dre headphones, an Ipod Touch, a Blackberry Curve cell phone and an Ipod classic were all stolen. A vehicle in the 11200 block of Alamo Trail in Lusby was entered between Mar. 10 and 11 and a Tadibrothers LCD monitor and a Garmin Nuvi Bluetooth portable GPS were stolen. DFC Y. Bortchevsky is continuing the investigation. Dep. D. Naughton took the report of the theft of currency from a wallet inside an unlocked vehicle in the 400 block of Deer Lane in Lusby between Mar. 8 and 11. Sometime between Mar. 6 and 11 someone entered an unlocked vehicle at a home in the 12400 block of Algonquin Trail in Lusby and stolen change, a Maglite flashlight and other items. DFC Y. Bortchevsky is investigating. Tampering with Vehicle A victim in the 14400 block of Dowell Rd. in Solomons reported to Dep. D. Naughton that although someone had entered his unlocked vehicle overnight between Mar. 10 and 11, nothing was taken. The victim did advise that a hidden spare key had been put into the ignition but it failed to start the vehicle. The victim believes the suspect(s) possibly would
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have stolen the vehicle had it started. The investigation continues. Destruction of Property Unknown suspect(s) shot out three lights on telephone poles near a home in the 9300 block of Pardoe Rd. in Lusby on Feb. 27. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC J. Hardesty at (410) 535-2800.
Maryland State Police Reports CDS Violations A vehicle on Prince Frederick Blvd. was stopped for traffic violations by Trooper First Class Matthews at 11:48 a.m. on Mar. 8. David F. Scruggs, 39 of Chesapeake Beach, was found to be in possession of Alprazolam and Methadone. He did not have prescriptions for this medication and had reportedly stolen the Methadone from a friend. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle at 3:14 p.m. on Rt. 4 near Commerce Lane in Prince Frederick for traffic violations on Mar. 8. While speaking with the occupants, the odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. Edward A. Tyler, 27 of Baltimore, was arrested for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana. He was issued the appropriate civil citations and released. A vehicle on Rt. 4 at Coster Rd. in Lusby was stopped on Mar. 10 at 2:57 a.m., for traffic violations by Trooper First Class Newcomer. The driver and the passenger both initially gave false names to TFC Newcomer. Investigation revealed Antonis J. Moye, 25 of Great Mills was the registered owner and passenger in the vehicle. Marlon E. Aikens, 24 of Leonardtown was driving the vehicle. Both were arrested for giving false statements to TFC Newcomer. A search incident to arrest revealed both Moye and Aikens in possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana. They were issued civil citations for the possession. They were both incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. On Rousby Hall Rd. in Lusby at 1:18 a.m., Trooper First Class Oles stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Mar. 13. While speaking with the occupants, a strong odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. Shelby M. Kerrick, 28 of Lusby, was arrested for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana. He was issued the appropriate civil citations and released. On Mar. 13 at 9:42 a.m., Trooper Warrick stopped a vehicle on Commerce Lane in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. Due to several criminal indicators, a K-9 scan of the vehicle was requested. Due to a positive K-9 scan a probable cause search was executed and revealed marijuana and oxycodone. James R. Thompson, age 20 of Lusby and Kadalin V. Milam, 22 of Prince Frederick were both arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
Trooper Kaitz stopped a vehicle on Mar. 15 at 1:23 a.m. on Rt. 4 and Hospital Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. A strong odor of raw marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed less than 10 grams of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Frank J. Fisiorek, 47 of Owings, was arrested and issued civil citations for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana and released. A vehicle was stopped on Mar. 15 at 11:55 p.m. by Trooper First Class Oles on Rt. 4 south of Plum Point Rd. in Huntingtown for traffic violations. Several criminal indicators were observed and a K-9 scan was requested. Passengers, Chae M. Morrision, 31 of Bowie, and Charles S. Eley, were found to be in possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana. They were issued civil citations and were released from the scene. The driver, John T. Murray, 22 of Washington, D. C., was found to be driving without a license. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. On Mar. 16 at 4:27 a.m., Trooper Kaitz stopped a vehicle at Rt. 4 and Dares Beach Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. An odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. Jeffrey E. Inglett, 52 of Prince Frederick, was arrested and issued civil citations for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana. DUI & Possession of CDS On Mar. 7, Trooper First Class Wiesemann stopped a passenger vehicle at 1:49 a.m. on Rt. 4 north at Rousby Hall Rd. in Lusby a vehicle for traffic violations. While speaking with the driver, an odor of alcoholic beverage was emitting from inside the vehicle and the driver’s breathe. The standardized field sobriety tests were conducted and Heather M. Stanley, 26 of Lusby, was unable to complete them satisfactorily. She was arrested for DUI. A search incident to arrest was conducted and Tramadol was located. Stanley did not have a prescription for this medication. She was additionally charged for possession of CDS. Stanley was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Illegal Weapon and Possession of Percocet On Mar. 8 at 9:38 p.m., Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle on West Dares Beach Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. While speaking to the driver, Brandon W. Parker, age 26 of Lusby, several criminal indicators were observed. A probable cause search revealed a pair of metal brass knuckles and a white powder substance on a plastic straw. Parker advised the powder substance was Percocet for which he did not have a prescription. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Open Warrant/ Driving on Suspended License/ Possession of Oxycodone A vehicle on MD Rt. 4 near Cove Point Rd. in Lusby was stopped at 8:23 a.m. by Trooper First Class Wiesemann for traffic violations on
Police Blotter (con’t) Mar. 15. Geraldine L. Parks, 51 of Great Mills, was found to have an open arrest warrant and was driving on a suspended license. In the search incident to the arrest, oxycodone was located in a prescription bottle labeled for another type of drug. Ms. Parks was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia. Burglary A reported burglary in the 500 block of Adelina Rd. in Prince Frederick was responded to at 5:28 p.m. on Mar. 3 by Trooper First Class Costello.Unknown suspects forced entry into the home and stole a Radom P83 handgun and ammunition. Investigation continues. Theft of Mail On Mar 2 at 11:15 a.m., Trooper First Class Barlow responded to the 1800 block of Skinners Turn Rd. in Owings for reported theft of mail. The victim advised after placing outgoing mail in her mailbox, she observed a dark gray four door passenger vehicle with tinted windows pull up to her mailbox and remove the mail. The victim was unable to provide a registration plate number. Investigation continues. Stolen Vehicle Recovery Trooper First Class Costello stopped a vehicle on Mar. 2 at 6:46 p.m. on Rt. 4 near Sixes Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. The driver, Donte T. Chouteau, 34 of Lusby, was found to be driving on a suspended license. The vehicle, a rental, had been reported stolen through the Montgomery County Police Department. Chouteau was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. DUI & False Statement & Hindering Investigation A vehicle was stopped by Trooper First Class Matthews on Rt. 402 near Armory Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations on Mar. 10. The driver, Phyllis O. Stewart, 49 of Prince Frederick, was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. She was transported to the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for processing. The passenger, Christopher M.
Gonzalez, 35 of Prince Frederick, came to the Barrack to pick up Stewart when her processing was completed. When Gonzalez arrived at the Barrack, and the troopers were preparing to issue Gonzalez traffic citations for operating an unsafe vehicle on the highway and driving on a suspended license, Gonzalez left the Barrack running down the street. He was told several times to stop and was placed under arrest once the officers were able to stop him. He was arrested and charged with Hindering/ Obstructing the investigation, making a False Statement to Law Enforcement and Failing to Obey Reasonable and Lawful Order of Law Enforcement Officer. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Second Degree Assault/Destruction of Property/ Threat of Arson On Mar. 10 at 7:01 p.m., Trooper First Class Palumbo responded to the 1200 block of Clay Hammond Rd. in Prince Frederick for a reported disorderly person. The victim reported that Kevin M. Riggleman, 36 of Prince Frederick, had punched a hole in the wall and destroyed a picture on the wall. He had left the residence after threatening the victim. When Riggleman was located he repeatedly stated “he was going to burn the house down.” He was taken to the hospital for evaluation. Once discharged, he was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
Would-Be Robber Sought On Thurs. Mar. 12 at 11:25 p.m. an attempted robbery at the Solomons Fastop on H.G. Trueman Road was reported. Det. R. Hawkins responded, perimeters were established and a K9 search was conducted with negative results. A store employee advised that a white male, dressed all in black with his face covered, approached her and instructed her to give him all the money. A second employee elsewhere in the store started moving toward the cashier area at which time the suspect fled. No money was obtained by the suspect and no one was
injured. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Hawkins at (410) 535-1600, extension 2456. Citizens with information on this crime or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Police Issue Heroin Alert Heroin affects the lives of young adults all over Anne Arundel County. Heroin is a highly addictive drug, even after just one use. It is a deadly drug, especially when mixed with other drugs such as Fentanyl. Young adults addicted to heroin often start by using what they think are less dangerous drugs, including prescription drugs from home medicine cabinets. Opioid pills such as OxyContin and Percocet often start a condition that rapidly deteriorates. The pills are expensive when purchased illegally and are often replaced by much less expensive heroin. Would you know if someone you know or love is addicted to heroin? Symptoms of heroin use include nausea or vomiting, itching and scratching, constricted or pinpoint pupils, cessation of menstruation,
weight loss, needle marks on the body, dry mouth, runny nose and constant sniffling, droopy appearance or heavy extremities, nodding out mid-conversation and slowed speech. Overdose symptoms include: appears sleepy, difficult to arouse, or un- conscious; disoriented or delirious, speech is slurred, movements are sluggish, uncoordinated and weak; breathing is slow, shallow, or labored, lips or fingernails may be tinted blue, vomiting, the tongue may be discolored, pulse is weak and blood pressure is low, pinpoint pupils, and loss of bladder control. Anne Arundel residents can call the referral line for help at (410) 222-0117. If you witness someone overdosing, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Assault on a Police Officer / Trespassing / Disorderly Conduct A reported domestic problem on Mar. 12 in the 7600 block of Old Bayside Rd. in Chesapeake Beach, was responded to at 9:31 p.m. by Trooper First Class Palumbo. The homeowner reported that Debra A. Raskhodoff, 52 of Chesapeake Beach was intoxicated and refusing to leave the residence. During questioning, Debra pushed one of the officers at the scene. She was arrested and taken to the Detention Center. Upon arrival, at the Detention Center it was determined that she needed to be evaluated at the hospital. Once completed, Ms. Raskhodoff was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
Can You Help Solve These Crimes? Calvert County Crime Solvers and the Calvert C o u n t y Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for the recent numerous incidents of thefts from vehicles in the Chesapeake Beach and Lusby areas of the
county. See the Police Blotter for exact locations and dates. Citizens with information on these crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link at CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling (410) 535-2880. If the information leads to an arrest and conviction, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.
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By Lyn Striegel
Probate: True or False?
I have often heard from clients that they have a Last Will and Testament so their loved ones will not have to go through probate. True or false? False. When you die, if you are holding property in your sole name, that property must go through the probate process to be distributed to your loved ones. It doesn’t matter whether you die intestate (without a Will) or with a Will. What does holding property in my sole name mean? For real estate like your house or for cars and trucks, for example, the title to the property is in your name alone. If you hold any property this way and you die, then the property has to go through the probate process to be distributed to your loved ones. The probate process in Maryland takes between eight to 12 months. Why so long? One reason is that under the process, creditors are allowed six months to come in and claim against an estate. Another reason is pure chaos. When a person dies and a probate proceeding is required, the personal representative or executor has to find all of the person’s property in order to report on it to the Register of Wills. Since many people are not at all organized about what they own, the personal representative has to reconstruct the estate before they report on it. One of the filings is called an “Inventory.” This is a listing of all the property held by the deceased when they die. If the deceased has not been an organized person it can take a long time to figure out what they owned when they died. For example, if the deceased has not left a detailed list of investments they have, often the only way to know for sure what the deceased owns when they die is to wait for the mail for at least 3 to 6 months for quarterly or semi-
annual reports on dividends or interest. What does the probate process require? It is a process where filings are made detailing the assets and liabilities of the estate, the expenses of the estate and the monies left over to be distributed to the beneficiaries of the estate. There is administrative probate, which is where the executor of the estate makes filings with the Register of Wills, or judicial probate, where the filings are made with the Orphan’s Court. If a beneficiary challenges the Will or any filings made by the personal representative, the matter goes to judicial probate where the Orphan’s Court judges decide on the challenge. Without challenges, most probates are administrative. To find out what filings are necessary in a probate proceeding, go to the Register of Wills website. Some clients say that the personal representative has no liability for making filings in a probate proceeding. True or false? False. The personal representative is a fiduciary - that means they are under a duty to settle and distribute the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will and the law. Fiduciaries cannot act in their own selfinterest. They must make sure investments are reasonable and monitored and they must make full and accurate reports to the Register of Wills or Orphan’s Court. Most people faced with the duties of a personal representative consult an attorney and ask them for help to prepare the reports for filing. This costs money in legal fees, but gives the personal representative some comfort that they are correctly performing their duties. What about “registering” your Will with the Register of Wills? Clients have said that their Will is not effective because it has not been “registered” with the Register of Wills. True
or false? False. A Will doesn’t have to be filed with the Register of Wills or the Orphan’s Court to be effective. If you think you will lose your Will, then paying a small fee to the Register of Wills office to keep your original on file is a convenience to you. Otherwise, the effectiveness of a Will depends on whether it is properly executed, not whether it is filed somewhere. You can keep your Will in a safe place. But, the original Will is necessary to open the probate proceeding so make sure your loved ones can find it. Some clients have said “I don’t need a Will because everything will go to my spouse when I die.” False. If you die without a Will and you have a spouse and children, then the estate (property held in your sole name) will go 50/50 to the spouse and the children. The only way your estate will go solely to your spouse when you die is if you have said so in your Will. However, if all of your property is held in joint name with your spouse and you die then your spouse will take sole ownership of the property. And, there will be no probate because you have not held any property in sole name when you die. So, with a married couple, it is not unusual for one spouse to die and leave everything to the other spouse and have no probate. However, when the surviving spouse dies holding all the property in their sole name there will be probate. If your Will says your personal representative doesn’t have to file a bond, that means no bond is required. False. Even if the Will says no bond, the Register of Wills requires a nominal bond be filed, usually costing the estate $100. There are alternatives to probate, specifically the Living Trust. With a Living Trust, all property of the deceased has been placed into the name of that person’s trust so that when they die there is no property held in sole name, so no probate. I’ll be speaking on these matters and more at a free seminar on Wed. Mar. 25 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Rod ‘N’ Reel. You are cordially invited to attend. Call (301) 855-2246 to reserve your spot and learn more about probate, Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills and more. 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.
Chamber Recognizes Culinary Students Chocolate was everywhere you looked at the 9th “Chocolover’s Affair” sponsored by the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce held Sat., Feb. 28 at Asbury Solomons. The focus was on education, one of the Chamber’s core values, according to Liillie Mattingly, chair of the board, “We highlighted students’ skills throughout the event.” Desserts were created by 11 students from the Career Technology Academy; Morgan Cavalarro, Mandie Dietrich, Jasmine Holder,
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Jenna Madden, April Nelson, Tyler Perkins, Vernon Randall, Quinn Ruest, Tristan Santos, Kelsey Wobbleton and Jenn Yeager. The attendees were asked to taste each dessert and then vote for their favorite. Jennifer Yeager was the winner of the “People’s Choice” award with her Molded Chocolates Filled with Raspberry and Mocha. Yeager received a professional set of knives for her creation. Tyler Perkins won 2nd place creating Strawberry Champagne Chocolates.
Council to Seek Town Center Master Plan Following a presentation by Pat Haddon of the Planning Commission, North Beach Town Council has decided to make application with the American Planning Association (APA) for a low-cost town center master plan. Haddon, whose day job is as a Principal Planner with the Calvert County Dept. of Community Planning and Building, said the APA has a program that will bring in a team of four to five volunteers from around the country to help small towns like North Beach with such plans. She said contracting for such services would probably cost, “$150,000 to $300,000, if we had to pay for it out of our pockets.” But Haddon said, if accepted into the program, the town would only be responsible for the team’s logistics, such as transportation, lodging and food costs. She estimated that to be $12,000 to $15,000, a fraction of the cost. All the volunteers, she said, will be master planners. She said it will include conducting a charette, or a series of town hall meetings, during which residents would be able to participate in the process. The program aims to design “that ideal American town,” Haddon said, and it could help to “fix the holes the town currently has with more businesses, and to attract more people to visit those towns.” Haddon said she thought that North Beach would be, “Ideal for their program.” The council instructed her to move forward with a proposal and the application. The town center master plan would cover a sub-set of the town of North Beach, primarily its central business district from 2nd to 7th Streets between Chesapeake and Bay Avenues. Architect Jim Ritter suggested mixed-use redevelopment that would have community stores and services on the first and second floors, with residential units, perhaps the business owners, living above. He said closing
3rd Street would allow patrons to, “Drive one time, park, then do all of their business in a block or two - have all these things available to Planning Commission you, and allow for member and professional the development we planner Pat Haddon asks the town to apply to want.” program to get a low-cost Mayor Mark own center master plan. Frazer also said that the owner of the former laundromat building on Bay Ave., where a thrift store is now located, has approached him with the idea of locating an “indoor market” there. The building is 4,000 square feet with little partitioning or insulation. The owner wants to charge $2,500 a month in rent. Frazer said, “In the proposal Ron Russo made to the town, initially, he offered a “land swap” to build an indoor market in the ground floor of a multi-story, multi family building.” That would be at 5th and Bay Avenue, at the site of the current commuter parking lot, which is land owned by the town. But Frazer said he has discussed the plan to use the existing building with Russo, and he agreed that he can support it and that it made sense. Councilman Mickey Hummel warned, “The town should not get into running a business. They need to find someone else to run it – not necessarily us.” Frazer also announced that the town’s Planning Commission is nearing completion of its draft of the new Zoning Ordinance. A public work session is scheduled for Sat. Mar. 21 at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall where residents can get a preview. Frazer said it is hoped that the draft will be sent to town council next month, and then the public hearing process can begin.
Calvert Nursing Center, Asbury Join Forces The Calvert County Nursing Center (CCNC) Board of Directors recently voted to affiliate with Asbury Communities, Inc. (Asbury), of Germantown, a decision also approved by the Asbury Board of Directors. Also, Renee Reynolds has been named executive director of Calvert County Nursing Center. “Asbury’s affiliation with Calvert County Nursing Center brings together two mission-driven organizations committed to serving older adults, while also providing both organizations with greater potential to serve the residents of Calvert County,” said Hagner Mister, board chair for Calvert
C o u n t y N u r s i n g Center. “We look forward to welcoming the Calvert C o u n t y Hagner Mister, Board chair of Calvert County Nursing Nursing Center, signs an affiliation Center, and agreement with ) Ed Thomas, President and CEO of Asbury those who Communities, Inc. live, work and volunteer there, to the Asbury family,” said Ed Thomas, Asbury Communities President and CEO. “Asbury, which has
Hospital Hosts Breast Symposium Did you know that breast cancer affects one in eight women? When was the last time you had a mammogram? If you are a survivor, know someone or are interested in the topic , Susan G. Komen Maryland® will present “Girl Talk: Take It from the Top” in partnership with Calvert Memorial Hospital, on Thurs., Mar. 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Solomons Conference Center. This fun, informative event will provide attendees with expert medical and health information, as well as connect them with valuable resources from hospital and community organization exhibitors. This is Komen Maryland’s first breast health Symposium in Southern Maryland, the event will follow the format of annual educational events currently sponsored by the organization in Baltimore and the Eastern Shore. “Girl Talk: Take It from the Top” will feature two expert speakers, followed by a panel of breast cancer survivors. Dr. Nagi Khouri, MD, Associate Professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Medical Director of Breast Imaging at the Center for Breast Care at Calvert Memorial Hospital, will speak on personalized breast cancer screening options for breast cancer survivors, where they will learn the various modalities available and how screenings can be customized to fit each person’s individual needs. Angela Ginn, RD, LDN, CDE, Culinary Nutritionist, Owner of Real Talk, Real Food, and National Spokesperson for The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, will follow with a presentation on real life approaches to eating healthy every day and how maintaining a healthy lifestyle is significant in the survivorship process. Following these experts will be a panel of breast cancer survivors, Mary Bahen, Lavonne Edwards, and Merle Morrow, sharing their unique, inspiring stories from their own breast cancer journeys and discussing what has helped each of them along the way. The Symposium is free and open to the public, however, advanced registration operated Asbury Solomons in Calvert County for the past 19 years, shares with Calvert County Nursing Center a commitment first and foremost to the well-being of older adults within this community. This affiliation is an opportunity for both organizations to build upon their successes and continue to expand their mission.” Calvert County Nursing Center’s affiliation makes it a part of the Asbury system, the nation’s 16th-largest not-forprofit continuing care retirement system serving older adults. “This decision will help Calvert County Nursing Center
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is required as space is limited. Interested individuals can register online at komenmd.org or calverthospital. org. Bring your friends and have a night of Girl Talk at the Holiday Inn Solomons Conference Center on Holiday Drive in Solomons, Maryland 20688. For more information, please contact Komen Maryland at info@komenmd.org or (410) 938-8990 Calvert Memorial Hospital at (410) 414-4571. About Susan G. Komen® and Komen Maryland Susan G. Komen is making a big impact in the fight against breast cancer, having invested almost $2 billion globally to end breast cancer through ground-breaking research, community health outreach and advocacy in more than 50 countries. Komen is the largest funder of breast cancer research in the U.S. outside of the federal government. Since 1982, Komen has played a critical role in every major advance in the fight against breast cancer. Komen Maryland is ranked in the top ten of the Komen network of 120 Affiliates. Through events like the Race for the Cure, Komen Maryland has invested $37 million in community breast cancer programs since 1993. Seventy-five percent of net donations raised in Maryland stay in Maryland. The remaining 25 percent funds national breast cancer research, often taking place at Maryland institutions. Komen Maryland hosts two Races—Hunt Valley and Ocean City. Komen Maryland provides the following free-of-charge: • Community educational conferences, consortia, and educational material for community events • Resource Guide for Breast Health Healing for newly diagnosed women • Breast Health Basics presentations and Breast Health Outreach in the community • Survivor Support and education For more information, call (410) 938-8990 or visit www.komenmd.org. transition successfully in the new health care environment, and help ensure its continued long-term success,” said Reynolds. Calvert County Nursing Center is a 149 bed, Medicare and Medicaid-certified skilled nursing provider located in Prince Frederick. Asbury is a management organization providing life-enhancing services for older adults. Asbury is ranked by LeadingAge and Ziegler Capital Markets Group’s AZ 100 as the 16th largest not-for-profit, multi-site senior living organization in the country.
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Weekends beginning in mid-May, Chesapeake Nautical Cruises will operate a Water Taxi service to give you a new way to reach the bars, restaurants and marinas in the Deale area.
Cruise on a New Local Water Taxi
It’s the brainchild of Captain Stephen “Steve” Funk, who is president and CEO Chesapeake Nautical Cruises, LLC that operates an Annapolis-area day trip cruise, charter boats and private yacht services.
Steve tells us the Water Taxi will be a new, fun way to get around this summer. “The Deale Water Taxi is a 34’ custom built enclosed vessel, certified by the U.S. Coast Guard to carry 40 passengers. During the most popular time of the year, it will be providing passenger service around Rockhold Creek to several marinas, anchorages, restaurants and a view of waterfront homes.” He has plenty of experience. “I’ve been on the water for 33 years, all my life, ever since I was in diapers on my parent’s boat,” he says. In the early 2000’s, he got into it professionally. Previously, he operated a similar water taxi in the Solomons area. The Water taxi will run a circuit, making two stops at Herrington Harbour North, then taking passengers to Skipper’s Pier, up scenic Rockhold Creek to Happy Harbour, Shipright Harbor, Rockhold Creek Marina, and the Dockside Restaurant, which is the new Petie Green’s location. “Right now, it takes a half hour to do that loop – from our first stop at Herrington, back to where we started. So we can do the circuit twice in an hour.” He says the Deale Water Taxi will operate on weekends only, Fridays from 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.; Saturdays from 2:00 p.m.; - 11:00 p.m. and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Eventually, Capt. Steve says he hopes to expand the trip to Herrington on the Bay (Herrington South) in Rose Haven. It will start on Fri. May 15 and continue for 20 weekends, through the last weekend in September. The scenic ride will be just on Rockhold Creek, and Capt. Steve says it will be an
The Deale Water Taxi is a ferry-type vessel.
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affordable outing. “Within the creek, the fares are not set yet. But we expect it to be between $3 to $5 per person. We’ll be finalizing the fares soon depending on the distance.” The Deale Water Taxi will operate rain or shine. “The boat is enclosed, it’s a ferrytype vessel that used to take passengers to an island,” Funk says. Inside, there will be a large digital TV with local advertising. “I just think it will be overall good for the area,” he adds, “It will even be a cruising-type destination for people to come in and go different places. It’s a fun way for people to get safely around to the bars and restaurants.” For more information on the Deale Water Taxi, watch the Chesapeake Current and “like” their Facebook page: Chesapeake Nautical Cruises.
Passengers took a Deale Water Taxi “test drive” last summer.
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Thank You from “Project Graduation”
Dear Chesapeake Current readers, What do President Obama, Pope Francis and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg have in common? They performed for over 600 people at CAASA’s “Comedy Invasion for Project Graduation” on Sat. Feb. 28. Well, maybe not them but their alter egos were in grand form as portrayed by members of the Capitol Steps political satire group. For all those who attended, it was a great night of laughter focused on today’s headlines and politicians. The Board of Directors of the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) extends its gratitude to those who attended the show and to the many sponsors, both individuals and businesses, who donated funds or raffle items that helped to make the events success. In addition, CAASA thanks the Calvert High School staff and tech crew for their expert help, as this year’s event was held in their beautiful and state of the art auditorium. “Project Graduation,” in its 28th year, is an important activity for Calvert County high school
students. The events provide the county’s graduating seniors from Calvert, Huntingtown, Northern and Patuxent High Schools an opportunity to celebrate graduation in a safe environment with their classmates and guests. Project Graduation reduces the chances of crashes involving our youth on one of the most important nights of their lives: graduation. To find out more about “Project Graduation,” contact the CAASA office at (410) 535-3733 or visit co.cal.md.us/CAASA. Donations for “Project Graduation” are graciously accepted year-round and are tax deductible. Sincerely, Debbie Mister President CAASA Board of Directors
Does Unemployment Allow Terrorism to Flourish?
Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Recently our President convened a three-day summit on terrorism. Most of the blathering at the White House was at best not helpful. One of the statements he made suggested that if we assisted poor people in finding jobs they would find terrorist activities less desirable. I assume that he was referring to foreigners and Americans alike. Many of us cannot speak accurately about poverty in other countries; however I think we pretty much have a handle on America’s inability to successfully administer to the poor. Let us assume that the president actually believes what he has said at the terrorism summit, and that he has faith that his acolytes in the progressive wing of the Democratic Party are capable of carrying the torch for the poor and hopefully protect them from the evil tax paying citizens who supposedly turn a deaf ear towards inner city’s poverty. In Ferguson, Missouri an enraged minority took issue with the police department. I do not profess to understand all of the nuances of this particular case, however, I am quite certain that tempers were inflamed by perceived injustices of past indiscretions that weighed on the thoughts of these Missourians whose feeling of helplessness fueled their discontent in Michael Brown’s death, and for this reason I understand. Why is this so, and who is “the man”? In my article published on August 1, 2014 I stated that social justice will not succeed without adequate education. I believe that is an honest judgment. The truth is that for the past 50 years in most of the inner cities throughout our country the progressive wing of the Democratic Party that has held the keys of governance failed to produce an environment that enhances the ability to succeed in life. Again I say! Why is this so, and who is “the man”?
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Is it because they lack the monetary resources necessary to accomplish social justice? Let us look at the facts in Maryland as I stated in my article on September 3rd, 2014. In the city of Baltimore my article noted that only 24% of tax dollars for education came from revenues generated in the city. Did you know that the total education budget for Baltimore was almost $1 billion! In Calvert County our budget was approximately 1/10th as large with 59% of total revenue being generated by Calvert County citizens. I submit that Baltimore has the money; however, they have not produced results. Why is this so, and who is “the man?” In Washington, D.C., just a few miles away from the White House many citizens live in cardboard boxes or spend their nights hunkered down under bridges. It should not go unnoticed that progressive Democrats hold the keys to local governance in Washington, D.C. Finally, to get votes many false progressive ideologues preach this social justice which sounds good; however, they do not follow through on their promised salvation of the poor. What a shame. Facts are facts and in the great majority of inner cities dominated by progressive Democrats education has suffered and as a consequence social justice as vowed by President Obama and his ilk has been nonexistent. Our president is good at pontificating; however, he and his cadre of acolytes fail to deliver on their false social justice chant. The only thing that is realized is higher taxes and very lousy results for needy inner city citizens. So folks, I ask you who is “the man.” Is it the taxpayers or is it the elected progressives who continue to produce lousy results? To me, this is a valid question! After all, we are the people. John Petralia Sunderland
Garden Dirt By Ray Greenstreet
Summer Blooming Bulbs
Most of you are familiar with spring flowers that bloom from bulbs, like tulips, daffodils, crocus, and hyacinth. We plant those bulbs in the fall before the ground freezes, giving them the needed “hibernation” period of dormancy, building energy so that with the first hint of warm sunshine, they spring up, sometimes even pushing snow out of their way.
Choose firm bulbs and follow planting instructions on the label.
But did you know that there are varieties of summer flowers that come from bulbs? Some of these blooming bulbs are old time classics – gladiolus, canna lilies, dahlias, freesias, and one of our favorites, Belladonna Lily, commonly referred to as ‘Naked Lady.’ More on that one later. Why plant these bulbs in the spring instead of in the fall? Simple answer: They are not winter hardy. And unlike the spring bloomers, summer bloomers do not require a chilled rest. Instead, they need warm soil to grow roots to support the foliage and later, the summer flowers. In our Zone 7, the best time to plant summer flowering bulbs is right after the last frost date, which is April 15. If Mother Nature is in a bad mood and frosty weather remains in the forecast, hold off until the threat of freezing temps pass. But by May 1st at the very latest you should be good to go. Most of the flowering bulb varieties require full sun to produce profuse blooms. But many of the bulbs known for their foliage – like elephant ears and caladium - can tolerate more shade. As always, choose the right plant for the right space. If you really, really want those dahlias but your garden space is limited to a shady location, think container gardening. Bulbs are easily grown in containers which can be moved to a sunny (or shady) location as needed. To plant, follow the direction on the package. How deep you plant the bulbs depends on the variety; rule of thumb is the bigger the bulb, the deeper the hole. But as always, there are exceptions so for successful growing, follow the directions on the package.
Summer bulbs are an easy addition to just about any landscape. The better known varieties – like cannas and gladiolus – are favorites with their bold, colorful and long lasting flowers. And with so many choices, it’s easy to find one that fits in with just about any color scheme. Canna ‘Chocolate Sunrise’ sports bright, sunny yellow flowers atop chocolate brown foliage. The variety ‘Australia’ is known for its almost black foliage and crimson red flowers. With a little deadheading, these flowers just keep on giving until the first frost. Want a little less tropical flash? There are other, daintier choices. Star of Bethlehem, freesia and crocosmia all have abundant bunches of delicate flowers that rise above fresh, green foliage. Earlier I mentioned the ‘Naked Lady.’ This lovely plant – it is a type of amaryllis - throws up strap-like foliage in late spring. The foliage then dies back, and later in the summer, bell-shaped flowers appear atop erect stems…hence the name ‘Naked Lady.’ It’s a terrific conversation starter!
Gladiolas are a colorful classic.
some protection from the cold. Most people treat these plants as annuals, simply replacing them every year. But if you have the time, space and inclination, the bulbs can be overwintered indoors. After the first frost, when the foliage is withered, dig up the bulbs. Cut off the foliage and shake excess soil from the roots. Store the bulbs in a cool, dry place overwinter. I want to emphasize “dry” – if the bulbs get wet, they will rot. Many gardeners line a trash can or box with straw and tuck the bulbs away in an unheated basement or garage. Come spring, they are simply replanted. If you planted summer bulbs in a container,
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you’ve got your storage problem solved. Let the planter completely dry out and then stash it in a dry spot just like you would the naked bulbs. Do not water the container; the bulbs are dormant and will not take in the water but instead will just rot. When the weather permits, bring the pot outside and only then give it a drink. When choosing bulbs for purchase, read the labels carefully to learn the mature size of the plant, its environmental needs (sun, shade, damp, dry) and plant accordingly. Choose bulbs that are firm to the touch; soft or soggy bulbs have begun to rot and they will not live. Happy planting! About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career when he was just 13, as a “yard boy” at a garden center. In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year, Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store on Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, they’ve added a third location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria.
Belladonna Lily - or ‘Naked Lady’ - is a variety of Amaryllis.
Do you have ample space in your garden to make a big splash? I suggest you try varieties of elephant ears. No flowers, but these giant foliage plants deliver a “wow” factor with just the size of their leaves. There is a reason why they’re called “elephant ears.”
Summer bulbs are great for container gardening, too!
The majority of summer blooming bulbs are not hardy, meaning they cannot survive the cold winter. Sure, there are gardeners who have canna that re-bloom every year, but those survivors are usually planted close to a house or another similar location that enjoys
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Terry Aichele, 72 Terrance “Terry” Franklin Aichele, age 72, of Prince Frederick, passed away Mar. 8, 2015, at BurnettCalvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick after a long, courageous battle with brain cancer He was born Feb. 15, 1943, to the late Franklin Aichele and Elizabeth Coshland Aichele in Philadelphia. Terry was a 30-year career Philadelphia firefighter. He played softball until he was in his 60’s, and was an avid sports fan who cheered for the Flyers, Eagles, and the Phillies. He enjoyed horse racing and made an annual trip to Saratoga in New York to watch his favorite horse “Your Time is Up” race. He adored and was adored by his three dogs, Pawn, Murt, and Fitzy who are no longer with us. In Terry’s community, he presided over “Man Land.” Terry is survived by his wife, Maureen Aichele, father of Stephen R. Aichele and
Christopher P. Aichele, grandfather of Ryan Reed Aichele, who was the light of his life. Terry is also survived by his mother, Elizabeth Aichele, siblings, Christopher Aichele (Nancy), Jeffrey Aichele (Cindy) and Madeline Merz, (Ed) and many beloved nieces and nephews and in-laws. The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation on Saturday March 21, 2015 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, Maryland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
James Barbour, 81 James Howard Barbour, age 81, of Prince Frederick, passed away March 5, 2015, in his home. He was born Sept. 21, 1933, in Stone, Kentucky to the late John and
Ollie Barbour. Beloved husband of the late June E. Barbour, James is survived by his devoted daughter, Ashley Paige Barbour, granddaughter, Alaina Paige Barbour, and a sister Virginia Helton. Memorial contributions may be made to either Full Gospel Assembly of God Church in Prince Frederick or Calvert Hospice. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Nora Burke, 93 Eleanora “Nora” DeBernardo-Burke was born Nov. 3, 1921 and passed away Mar. 5, 2015 at her home in Prince Frederick. Nora was born in 1921 in Washington DC to the late Amedeo and Maria DeBernardo. She enjoyed spending her time on the water, boating and spending time with her family. She loved animals; birds and dogs held a special spot in her heart. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas William Burke, Sr. She is survived by Mary Kennedy, Ann Jones, Patricia Burke Wilson and Thomas Burke, Jr. and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other loving family. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Claire Frye, 81 Eleanor Claire Frye, age 81, of Lothian Passed, away March 4, 2015, at George Wa s h i n g t o n University Hospital, Washington, D.C., She was born Feb. 10, 1934, in Washington, D.C., to Raymond Lodge and Josephine (Birkle) Taylor. Claire was a graduate of St. Cecelia’s High School in Washington, D.C. After graduating, she worked in her family’s restaurant in Indian Head, before embarking on a career with the United States House of Representatives as a caseworker. Claire was employed by various Congressmen before retiring in 1988 after more than 30 years. Claire was an accomplished equestrian and had successfully competed at Madison Square Garden with her pony, Baby, a rescued pony from Chincoteague, VA. After her retirement,
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Claire continued her equestrian passion by showing and racing thoroughbreds and training horses. Her last pony was Poochie. Claire was a member and held offices in the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, South County Democratic Club, Sasser Democratic Club, and the Democratic Caravan Club. As well as being an active member of the Bristol Civic Association and the District Commissioner for the Marlborough Pony Club. She was known as being generous to various charities. Surviving are her four children - Melanie D. Taylor of Chesapeake Beach; Claire A. Lancaster and her husband Russ of Lothian; April R. Heamstead of Colonial Beach, VA; and Tom K. Frye of Edgewater;. grandchildren Thomas C. Sparacino and his wife Amanda of Shady Side, Paul A. Sparacino of Hagerstown, and Jillian N. Heamstead of Pasadena, MD; a great granddaughter Natalie Sparacino of Shady Side, and a sister Ann Mizell of Saluda, VA. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Sue Gibson, 63 Elizabeth Susan “Sue” Gibson, age 63, of Huntingtown passed away March 13, 2015, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born Aug. 13, 1951,
in Biloxi, MS. Sue was raised in Calvert County and graduated from Calvert High School. She was employed as an insurance agent with State Farm in Prince Frederick. Sue was always smiling and loved dancing, drawing, and gardening. Most of all, she loved being with her grandchildren, Trevor and Alyssa, who meant the world to her and lovingly referred to her as “Bamaw,” of which she was very proud. She is survived by her husband Samuel Richard Gibson, Sr., and a son Samuel Richard “Ritchie” Gibson, Jr. and wife Misty of Huntingtown. Also surviving are grandchildren Trevor Michael and Alyssa Taylor Gibson, and sisters Carina Howes of Manassas, VA and Lalonie “Lonnie” Al Bacha of Woodbridge, VA. Sue was preceded in death by her daughter Tammy Lynn Gibson, mother, Mary Elizabeth Schwallenberg, sister Darlene Gaither and brother Jack Schwallenberg, Jr. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Tommy Hardy, 71 B e r n a r d Thomas Hardy, Jr. “Tommy”, age 71, of Lexington, SC, formerly of Friendship, passed away Mar. 11, 2015, at his residence. Tommy was born July 23, 1943, in Washington, D.C., to Bernard Thomas, Sr. and Hazel (Hanley) Hardy. Tommy enlisted in the US Army Sept. 8, 1962, and was honorably discharged after completing his reserve obligation June 17, 1968. Tommy was married to Linda Joy (Owen) Hardy Oct. 11, 1970, and they were married for 44 years. Tommy worked as a lineman and later foreman for PEPCO for 34 years. He enjoyed collecting and trading antique cars, was an avid gun collector, and history buff. Tommy was a loving husband, son, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Linda Hardy of Lexington, SC, son Dr. Thomas Hardy and wife Maxine of Naylor, GA, daughter Jennifer Hardy of St. Leonard, MD, his mother Hazel Hardy of Lexington, SC and five grandchildren Kiersten Rutter, Samantha Hardy, Mekiah Franklin, Benjamin Hardy, and Maxwell Hardy, and many other family members and friends. Tommy is preceded in death by his father, Bernard T. Hardy Sr. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Carl Lewis, 81 Carl Edward Lewis Sr., age 81, passed away suddenly at his home March 7, 2015. Carl was born Jan. 8, 1934. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and
great grandfather, he is survived by his wife Norma, his son Carl Edward Jr. (and wife Theresa), his daughter Kathleen (and husband Joseph), his four grandchildren, Kami (and husband Sam), Kimberley (and husband Richard), Allana and Zakary, and his three great grandchildren Kymber, Aryannah and Maddy. He will be truly missed by his family and friends. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Blake Harper, 55 Derward Blake Harper, age 55, of North Beach, passed away Mar. 9, 2015, at his residence. He was born Aug. 5, 1959, in Vietnam to Howard and
Dorothy Harper. Blake’s father worked for the State Department and they lived in Latin America for many years. The family later moved to North Carolina, where he attended college. After graduating, Blake moved to Washington, D.C. and to Calvert County in 1992. He was a self-employed technical recruiter or “Head Hunter,” working for the FBI, CIA, and NSA. He married Karen Anne Tenny Oct. 9, 2004, and they made their home in North Beach. Blake enjoyed photography, the outdoors and was a certified diver. Blake was a very caring person and was always helping others. He is survived by his wife Karen Anne Harper, sisters Beth Smith of Tennessee and June Segall and her husband Steve of Washington, and a brother Howard Harper and wife Maritza of North Carolina. Also
surviving are a niece Michelle Smith, nephew Michael Smith, and cousin Miriam Harper of North Carolina. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Dee Dee Jones, 46 Darlene Marie “Dee Dee” Jones, age 46, of Lexington Park, passed away Mar. 4, 2015, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown. Born July 4, 1968 in Prince Frederick, she was the daughter of Charles E. Jones and the late Patricia (Caldwell) Jones. Dee Dee graduated from Calvert High School in 1986 and was a hair stylist. She is survived by her father, Charles E. Jones of Lothian; her daughter, Brianna Henriques; and siblings, Bobby Jones of Port Republic, John Jones of Fort Collins, CO, and Mike Jones of St. Leonard. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
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Carol Sue Hausmann, age 68, of Owings, passed away March 11, 2015, in Washington Hospital Center. Carol was born in Washington, D.C., May 17, 1946, to Charles and Mirth (Edgel) Guyett. She was married to Thomas J. L. Hausmann for 47 years. She was a manager for CVS for many years. Carol loved to crochet, was an avid reader, was very artsy along with being a smart, loving person who loved her cats and cherished spending time with her grandchildren. Along with her husband, she leaves behind to cherish her memory a son Julius Hausmann and his wife Janie, a grandson Wilhem Hausmann, and two sisters Deanna and Janet Guyett. She was preceded in death by a son, Yori Alexander Hausmann and her parents. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Nola Ludwig, 87
Bill Painter, 70
Robert Riley, 58
Nola Mae Ludwig, age 87, of West End, NC, formerly of Camp Springs, passed away at home in North Carolina surrounded by her family March 2, 2015. Nola was born Dec. 10, 1927, in Virginia to Nellie (Liming) and Vernal Cagle. She met Paul F. Ludwig, Jr., in Washington, D.C., and they were married in 1944. They eventually settled in Camp Springs, where she worked at Regina’s Pizzeria for many years. In early 1990, they moved to Deep Creek Lake for a while and then another move took them to North Carolina in early 2000. After 29 years of marriage, Paul passed away in 1973. Nola had a variety of hobbies and interests. She enjoyed reading biographies of famous people, watching her favorite television shows “Walker Texas Ranger,” “In the Heat of the Night,” and “Dancing with the Stars,” to name a few. She loved to dance with Paul to some of Dean Martin and Johnny Mathis’ tunes. She was a wonderful cook and made the best home cooked meals you ever tasted, but she really loved KFC chicken and fresh donuts. Nola was the beloved wife of the late Paul Ludwig, Jr. She was the loving mother of Paula Seaman, Larry Ludwig, Terri Wilson, Bill Ludwig, Cathy Reed, Nola Crumbacker, Sherri Adams, Ann Holman, Tina Lindner, Donna Bridgman and the late Paul F. Ludwig, III. She was the sister of Beatrice McVey and the late Irma Howard. She was the devoted grandmother of 41 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren. A Visitation and Funeral Services were held at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, Owings, with burial at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
William “Bill” Jacob Painter, a nine-year resident of Harwood, died on Mar. 4, 2015 at his home. He was 70. Born Apr. 18, 1944 in New York to the late William and Charlotte Painter, Bill graduated from American University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Bill was the owner and CPA of the Painter Financial Group. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Bill was an active member of Cedar Grove United Methodist Church in Deale and enjoyed gardening and traveling. He also loved all Baltimore and Washington Sports. Bill is survived by his wife of 47 years, Linda; two sons, William Thomas Painter of Dunkirk, and Troy William Painter of Shady Side; three daughter-in-laws, Karen, Marina and Rachel Painter; one sister, Jeanne Steffan of Rockville; and six grandchildren, William Jackson, William Zachary, Emma, Lexi, Sasha and Sonya Painter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Todd William Painter. A Celebration of Bill’s life was held at the Deale Elks Lodge, 6022 Drum Point Road, Deale. Memorial contributions may be made to Lynch Syndrome International, P.O. Box 19, Madison, CT 06443 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.
Robert J. Riley, 58, of Prince Frederick passed on Thur. Mar. 12, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Washington, DC on Oct. 28, 1956, he was a son of the late Harry C. and Charlotte A. (Josefson) Riley. He was married to Sandra L. (Doubleday) Riley. They celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary in June 2014. For the past 15 years he was employed as a supervisor for the Plumbers and Pipefitters National Pension Fund. Robert was an avid Redskins fan, enjoyed bowling and anything dealing with Disney. He cherished spending time with his family and friends. Along with his wife Sandy he is survived by a daughter Celena D. Riley, and two brothers Michael (Jackie) and Keith (Donna) Riley. Memorial donations in his name may be made to Miles For Melanoma at events. melanoma.org/2015mfmdc (Look for the Team Mela-No-Mores on the right of the page). Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Russell Robertson, 63 Russell Anthony Robertson, age 63, of Prince Frederick, passed away Mar. 15, 2015 in Harwood. He was born July 7, 1951 in Washington, DC to Jerome P. Robertson and Minnie E. Russell Robertson. Russell is survived by his brother Jerome P. Robertson, Jr. of Silver Spring, MD. He was preceded in death by his parents,
Robert Scully, 92 Robert Emmett Scully, age 92, of Prince Frederick, passed away Mar. 8, 2015, in BurnettCalvert Hospice house in Prince Frederick. He was born Feb. 27, 1923, in Washington, D.C., to the late Robert E. Scully, Sr. and Helen Thompson Scully. Mr. Scully was the president of Graham and Associates. They were a printing company and filmmaker for the Arab American Oil Company. They had offices in Washington DC, New York, Rome, and Beirut. Mr. Scully then went on to become the president of Design and Production Inc. They worked designing the exhibits for the State Department, National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Museums, some of the Presidential Libraries, John F. Kennedy, Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford and companies such as the World Fair Events in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Mr. Scully was a kind and generous man with a wonderful sense of humor who will be missed by all. He is survived by his wife, Nancy D. Scully, father of Robert Emmett Scully III, Edward
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and his brother Thomas E. Robertson. The family will receive relatives and friends for mass of Christian burial on Tues. Mar. 24 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 470 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Contributions made be made in memory of Russell to the St. John Vianney Food Pantry, 470 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20676. Arrangements were provided by Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic.
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Scully, and the late Mary Barbee. He was the stepfather of Coll Frost, Flint W. Frost and the late Heather Ann Frost. He was the grandfather of four, great grandfather of two, great great grandfather of three, he is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Albert Scully. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Arlene Sherbert, 87 Hazel Arlene Sherbert, age 87, of Churchton passed away Mar. 5, 2015 at HeartHomes in Annapolis. She was born Mar. 13, 1927 in Harwood to James William, Jr. and Hazel Irene (Walton) Cullember. Arlene grew up in southern Anne Arundel and northern Calvert Counties. She attended Galesville and Fairview Elementary Schools and Calvert High School. Arlene married Wesley E. Sherbert on January 12, 1946 and they made their home in Tracy’s Landing. Mr. Sherbert passed away in 1964, and Arlene then moved to West River, where she remained until Sept. 2012. For the past year, she has been a resident of HeartHomes at Bay Ridge in Annapolis. She was employed with Nationwide Insurance from 1960-1995 as a commercial insurance clerk. Arlene was a member of the former Oakland United Methodist Church in West River. She enjoyed working at her sister’s vegetable stand in Owings, reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by five children, Irene Craig of Mt. Sidney, VA, Linda Sams and husband Dennis of Churchton, Jimmy Sherbert and wife Ellen of Gorham, ME, Wesley E. Sherbert, Jr. and wife Kathy of Harwood, and Mary Jane Sherbert and companion Jeff of Riva. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, a sister Anna Mae Bowen of Owings and brother Ronald Cullember of Butler, PA. Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley E. Sherbert, Sr., father James W. Cullember, Jr., mother Hazel Cullember Trott, a brother Billy Cullember and sisters Lorraine Catterton and Janice Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington DC 20090-6011. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Dottie Stonestreet, 55 Dorothy Lee “Dottie” Stonestreet, age 55, of Prince Frederick passed away on Mar. 11, 2015 at her residence. Born Oct. 25, 1959, in Prince Frederick, she was the daughter of the late Edward Hoover Hagelin, Sr., and Bertie (Hall) Hagelin. Dottie graduated from Calvert High School in 1977. She enjoyed crocheting, drawing and bingo. Dottie is survived by her siblings, Ronnie Hagelin (Sally) of Lafayette, LA; Ed Hagelin (Doris) of Lusby; Debbie Doyle (Bobby) of Gaithersburg; Sharon Wilson (John) of Lusby; and Randy Hagelin (Regina) of Lusby; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Dottie was preceded in death by her brother, Danny Hagelin. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
Alfred Toone, 79 Alfred Raymond Toone, age 79, of Tracy’s Landing, passed away Mar. 2, 2015, at his residence. He was born Sept. 5, 1935, in Washington, D.C., to Raymond Franklin and Mildred Elizabeth (Caton) Toone. Al was a 1953 graduate of Bell Vocational & Technical Institute and went on to serve a four-year apprenticeship with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Local 1694. He went to work for W.T. Gallagher in Georgetown. In the early 1960s, Al founded T & W Woodworking, an architectural millwork company, with a partner, Robert Williams for many years. His craftsmanship can be seen in churches, museums, restaurants and government office buildings throughout Washington, D.C., and Maryland. In 1976, his company created a special outside exhibit at the National Arboretum displaying the Bonsai Trees gifted to the United States from Japan. He operated the company until retiring in 2011. Alfred joined the Glen Echo Volunteer Fire Department as a teenager and remained an active member for 35 years. He was also an assistant Scout Master of Troop #61 in the District. Various outings with the scouts
allowed him to cover all 181 miles of the C & O Canal and experiences at Camp Goshen provided fond memories for him as well as the scouts. Al had an extensive collection of toy trains and made many friends through this hobby. Alfred could be found most Sunday mornings in the kitchen creating his delicious pecan waffles for the family. Al was a devoted husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather. Surviving are his wife Claudia Toone of Tracy’s Landing; children Alfred R. Toone, Jr. and his wife Marilyn of Waldorf, Linda Toone of Thurmont, Andrew Toone and his wife Denise of Silver Spring, Laurine Toone of Silver Spring, Nanette Weber and her husband Peter of Silver Spring, Gregory Tomas and his wife Melissa of Niles, MI and Eric Tomas of Torrington, CT; 13 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and a brother Franklin Toone and his wife Sharon of Kent Island, MD. Also surviving is his constant K9 companion Dixie. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Robert Toone and son Lawrence Toone. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Craig Webber, 29 Craig Thomas Webber, age 29, of Lusby, passed away Feb. 20, 2015. He was born Nov. 27, 1985, in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Craig lived his life with many adventures, though at times there were some misadventures. He was a protector and jokester to his older sister, Andrea Katherine and younger brother, Aaron Matthew Webber. He was the captain of his “Papa” Rotella’s boat at an early age, learning everything he could about being a fisherman. This love of the water brought Craig to pursue a career in the Navy in July 2004. What Craig learned of the water in the Navy was not compared to the
riches he acquired in meeting the love of his life, Rose Mendoza. Craig married his “Rose” March 16, 2007 and dove into a new life with her. They learned and played golf and traveled to many places such as Hawaii and Japan among family and created a beautiful, lighted path in their happy life, formulating many friends across the globe along the way. Craig left the Navy in July 2008 after serving honorably for four years. His love of the water and having learned all its secrets, Craig continued this pursuit and enrolled in underwater welding school in Seattle, WA. He graduated, and with tenacity that Craig could only do when he set his mind to it, worked as an offshore worker in New Iberia, LA. Craig’s plans to happily retire with a family in Myrtle Beach fishing and golfing with Rose was not meant to be because he was taken from this world and set on a different chart on the ocean. Craig will be missed as a protector and big brother to Aaron Webber, an obnoxious brother and jokester to his sister Andrea Webber, a smiling and happy son to his proud parents Paula and Thomas Webber, a fisherman and captain to his “Papa” and Grandma Colleen, a grandson and boxer to his Grandma Webber, an Uncle to his little Sarah Anne, and, most of all, to his beautiful wife Rose Webber. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
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Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary needs volunteers of all ages for a day or for years; work on a group or solo projects; collect water samples, clear trails, guide visitors on nature walks, lead canoe trips, be a box turtle caretaker, welcome visitors, and much more. Visit website.jugbay.org/volunteer. Volunteers are needed for the upcoming projects: - 9:00 a.m.–12 noon, Sat., Apr. 11, Patuxent River Cleanup: Hill’s Bridge at MD Route 4 is a popular location for fishing and boaters to put in. It is also full of trash. Volunteers should wear shoes that can get muddy and bring thick work gloves. Call (410) 7419330 to register. - 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Wed. or Sat., Apr. 1, 4, 15 & May 13, 16, and 27; Vernal Pool Research: Volunteers are needed to help survey the pools of the Sanctuary and Glendening Preserve. These special temporary ponds are critical breeding habitat for several amphibian species. Call (410) 741-9330 to register.
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Calvert County Humane Society Meet Crystal! Crystal is perfect! When you meet this three-yearold Bassett hound, you will immediately have a great big smile on your face! She brings the best out in people - she is just that kind of dog. From her fun-loving personality to her great big head and body on little bitty legs she just is 100% adorable. Crystal does great with other dogs, and is looking for her best friend, and a home to call her own. Come on down and check her out! For more information, please visit HumaneSocietyOfCalvertCounty.org or come in and see all the animals available at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Phone: (410) 257-4908. Be sure to mention that you read about this pet in the Chesapeake Current! Anne Arundel County Animal Control Looking for a Guinea Pig, or a pet mouse? Butterfinger is a brown and white Guinea Pig, as are her counterparts Snickers, Skittles, and Twix. There are plenty of cute ones to choose from right now at Anne Arundel Animal Control! And they have a variety of domesticated mice available for adoption right now as well. Come on in and pick your new pet out today! Anne Arundel County Animal Control is located at 411 Maxwell Frye Road Millersville, MD 21108. They are closed Sundays and Mondays. Call for hours during the week; they’re open until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Phone number (410) 222-8900.
By Annette Jones Funn
Who Are the Women of the Year?
March is National Women’s History Month and a nation-wide celebration takes place throughout the U. S. In a proclamation issued by President Barack Obama, he declared that this month, we celebrate countless pioneering women and the victories they won, and we continue our work to build a society where our daughters have the same possibilities as our sons. Visit WomensHistoryMonth.gov to learn more about generations of women who have left enduring imprints on our history. The largest Women of the World (WOW) Awards Luncheon to recognize Calvert women and girls for their outstanding achievements was held Sat., Mar. 14, at the College of Southern Maryland’s Prince Frederick Campus. Nearly 200 honorees, legislators, families and friends attended the event. This was the 13th Annual Celebration, initially organized by the League of Women Voters Calvert County and later joined by the Calvert County Commission for Women as sponsoring organizations. This year’s WOW celebration was moderated by Deborah Harris, League of Women Voters and Margaret Dunkle, chair of the Commission for Women. The celebration theme was “Reaching for Your Dreams!” The day began with the 2014 Harriet Elizabeth Brown History Fair Winner Dia Brown, a 10th grader at Huntingtown High School. She received a standing ovation from the audience for her drama presentation and speech about how Calvert County school teacher Elizabeth Brown hired a young NAACP lawyer named Thurgood Marshall to fight for equal pay for equal work for black teachers compared to that received by White teachers in Calvert County. Teacher Brown won her case and has since been inducted in the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame. Nina St. Hillaire and Danielle Frye, students at Plum Point Middle School won the 2014 Harriet Elizabeth Brown History Fair Junior Division for their group exhibit about “The Rights and Responsibilities of Harriet Elizabeth Brown The Heroine In Our Back Yard.” They too received a standing ovation. Each student was presented a copy of the book “Alone atop the Hill” - The Autobiography Of Alice Dunnigan, Pioneer Of The National Black Press. The students were challenged to read the book with a view toward possibly developing another winning drama and exhibit! The books were autographed for the girls by the League’s Annette Funn and Commission’s Margaret Dunkle. The Reverend Joanna White, Rector, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church brought Invocation of the day. A scrumptious buffet luncheon was prepared and served by Maryland Country Caterers. Honorees of the Day were as follows:
Joy Hill, Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland presented by Judy Devey; Julie Morrison, Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth, Inc., presented by Pat Pease; Gladys Jones, Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, presented by Lillie Mattingly. The Calvert County Commission for Women honored four women: Judge Marjorie Clagett for Advocacy presented by Inez Claggett; Jennifer Foxworthy for Business Leadership presented by Annette Funn; Ella Ennis for Service presented by Margaret Dunkle; Nancy Highsmith for Service presented by Suzanne Haynes and Morgan Lang Woman of Tomorrow presented by Sara Shaffer. Additional honorees were: Amber Bayse, Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, Inc., presented by Dixie Miller; Janet Scott, Community Mediation Center of Calvert County presented by Susan Rork; Daniella Lenzly, Concerned Black Women of Calvert County, Inc., presented by Nicole Cooksey; Madeleine Buckley and Dayna Jacobs, Girl Scout Council of the Nation’s Capital, presented by Kathy Sears; and League of Women Voters Study Team on Transparency in County Governance, to Sharron Bickel Team Leader, Robert W. Poling, Klaus Zwilski, Anne Mychalus, Roberta Safer and Fran Poling presented by Annette Funn. It took a BIG Team to organize and implement the Women of the World Celebration. Special thanks to everyone involved in this effort, including Dean Richard Fleming and the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus Staff who really know how to set up for a party. The 2015 WOW Planning Committee is also appreciated for all those volunteer hours shared. Mark your calendars for next year’s 14th Women of the World Celebration. It will be held Sat., Mar. 12, 2016 at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. Expect another outstanding celebration. Make your reservations early because we’re expecting another sell-out crowd. About the Author: Annette Jones Funn: Ever since she was a little girl, she’s asked a lot of questions so that’s why we call this: The Question Column. Annette is CoPresident of the League of Women Voters, Vice Chair of the Calvert County Commission for Women, CoFounder of Concerned Black Women, a Friend of the Calvert Library, Calvert Historical Society, Calvert Marine Museum, supporter of Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, local church Clerk and Trustees chair. She is a retired scientist from the US Food and Drug Administration. Annette and her husband Malcolm live in Chesapeake Beach.
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CURRENT EVENTS Cherry Blossom Trip The National Park Service has predicted peak bloom for the cherry trees to be Apr. 11-14. Join Calvert Library On-the-Go, Sun., Apr. 12, for a school bus ride into DC to enjoy the cherry blossoms! The bus leaves Sunderland Park N Ride at 1:00 p.m. and returns there by 5:00 p.m. Bring a snack to enjoy under the blossoms, Japanese-style. Pre- register in person at any Calvert Library - just $15! It is time to think pink!! For more info, call Joanie Kilmon at (410) 257-2411. Boating Safety Class: Includes introduction to knots, charts and VHF radio use. Must attend both classes for certification. $25/1st family member, $10/add’l member. Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 23-07. Meets at Tri State Marine Showroom in Deale. Saturdays Mar. 21 and 28 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Contact: (410) 867-8849, Christopher@jensen.org; (301) 261-9704, cbgitts@ aol.com; or Tri State Marine, (410) 867-2398. Annual Spring Game Day Spring is the theme. The Calvert County Nursing Center Auxiliary is hosting its annual fundraiser on Apr. 8, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 206, Chesapeake Beach. The cost is $12/person including lunch. Contact Terri Justin at (410) 535-3672 for reservations. Three New Artists at CalvART! Welcome Suzanne Nawrot, Larry Ringold and Carol Wade to the CalvART Gallery. Something for everyone: a jeweler, a sculptor and a painter.
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Lenten Seafood Dinner: Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 Auxiliary from 5:30-7:00 p.m. this is a meal you won’t soon forget. Come to the lower level dining room. $10 includes sides, salad, roll, and beverage. Public welcome. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. (301) 8556466. ALpost206.org. Pub Quiz: For one night only, the library won’t help you find answers. But there will be plenty of tough questions! Friends of Calvert Library fundraiser. Wine and beer are $5, snacks are free. Sign up as a spectator for $5 and get picked up by a team needing an extra! 6:30-10:00 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. (410) 535-0291 or visit calvertlib.md.us. Membership Meeting: All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the regular meeting, at 7:00 p.m., in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Chesapeake Beach on Rt. 260. For information call (301) 8556466. ALpost206.org. Sat. MarS21aturday,
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Farm to Table Breakfast: The Calvert County Farm Bureau and Calvert County Young Farmers host the celebration of National Agriculture Week. Breakfast features locally sourced meats, eggs, preserves and honey from Calvert farms as well as local dairy products from Maryland farms. Proceeds from the event benefit the Calvert County Farm Bureau Scholarship Fund and young farmer leadership programs. Tickets are $12, six and under free. 7:0010:30 a.m. at the Calvert County Fairgrounds, Barstow. Visit calvertfarmbureau.com or call (410) 535-0074. Household Hazardous Waste Collection: Certain household products may contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients. Improper disposal of these products, such as pouring them down the drain or putting them in the trash, can pollute the environment and pose a health threat. Calvert County residents may bring these materials for free disposal. Proof of residency is required. Commercial businesses prohibited. Check co.cal.md.us/recycle
Located in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center at the intersection of MD Routes 4 and 231 between the Sakura Restaurant and Dreamweaver Cafe. The gallery is open Wed.-Sun., 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more info visit calvartgallery.org, or call (410) 535-9252. Submit Your Artwork Today! Nature’s ARTcade invites submissions from artists highlighting the nature of Southern Maryland. Prize monies for this exhibition will total $2,150. New this year: Best In Calvert for artists who reside here. There will also be a student exhibit. ARTcade registration is now open at calvertparks. org/callforartists. On Jun. 6, Calvert Nature Society will present the second annual Nature’s ARTcade. Gaming Unplugged During Spring Break encourage kids to rest their eyes and unplug for a bit. All ages are welcome to learn a new board game or relearn an old favorite. A different game will be featured each day and a host of others will be available for free play. Calvert Library Prince Frederick is hosting Gaming Unplugged each day during Spring Break (except Friday and Sunday when the library is closed). 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. all days: Mon., Mar. 30, “Clue;” Tue., Mar. 31, “Ticket to Ride;” Wed., Apr. 1, “Pictionary;” Thu., Apr. 2 “Cross Ways. ” Then on Sat., Apr. 4, 12:00-3:00 p.m. family and strategy games like Settlers of Catan, Quirkle, Dabble, Diplomacy, etc. For more info, visit calvertlibrary. info or call (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.
for a list of items accepted. 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Mr. Hope Community Center, 104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunderland. (410) 257-3296. 4th Forget-Me-Not Fitness Hop: Adult Day Care of Calvert County will host its fundraising event to help support its adult medical day program for elderly and disabled adults. $15/adults 16+, $10/ages 10 – 15, $10/seniors 60+, and $5/under 10. Northeast Community Center, Chesapeake Beach. 9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. Reserve your tickets by calling (410) 5350133 or email director.adc@gmail.com. Greet the Osprey: Captain Avery Museum celebrates Maryland Day as the host of Greg Kearns, head biologist at Jug Bay Natural area. A nationally renowned wetlands and wildlife expert, Greg has wowed many audiences with fascinating discussions about this magnificent marine raptor that you see all the time and wish you knew more about At the Captain Avery Museum, 1414 East West Shady Side Rd., Shady Side. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Free; reservations required (410) 867-4486. Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament: $100 buy-in. Public Welcome. Doors open at 3:00 p.m.; Games start at 4:00 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in the Upper Level Hall of the Post on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Contact Karen Miller at (301) 855-0188. ALpost206. org 33nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner: All are cordially invited for fun, fellowship and an all-you-caneat dinner. $12/adult, $8/Seniors, $5/ages 4–10, under 3/free. All proceeds go to the church. 3:307:00 p.m. Trinity United Methodist Church, 90 Church St., Prince Frederick. (410) 535-1782 or visit trinityumchurch.org. Empty Bowl Supper: Project Echo looks forward to serving 500 or so to celebrate 15 years of Empty Bowls! Tickets/$25; 4;30-7:00 p.m. St. Vianney Family Life Center, Prince Frederick. Contact Trisha Gipson: (410) 535-0044 ext. 4 or trishgipson@comcast.net. Visit the ECHO House any time. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year! 484 Main St., Prince Frederick. projectecho.net.
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Family Night Bingo: Win at Bingo, win a Basket! Themed prize baskets of goodies worth over $100. Door prizes and raffles too! Doors open 4:30 p.m. Early Bird games 5:30 p.m., Regular games 6:00 p.m. $20/20 regular games; $10/ages 10 and under. Early Bird $1/card, Special Games $1/ card. Hosted by Northern High Band Boosters, Northern High School cafeteria in Owings. Contact northernmusicboosters@gmail.com for info. Living Art Event: The culmination of the Stories Skin Deep Tattoo Series. Emcee Jeff Ryan will play host for an evening featuring tattoo competitions, photo displays, live personal stories, door prizes, displays by local tattoo studios King of the Bay Tattoo and Red Octopus Tattoos, showing of the film Hori Smoku and Tattoo Nation. Tickets are $10/ person and include museum admission, events, and entrance into competitions. Must be 18 or over to attend. 7:00– 10:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. Sun.,S Mar 22 & Sun.,,Mar. undays M29 ar
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Turkey Shoots: The Shady Side Community Center is hosting spring Sunday Turkey Shoots starting at noon at 1431 Snug Harbor Road, Shady Side. Prizes include ham, turkey, bacon, shrimp, beef and more. No advance sales, 20 targets per shoot, only 12-gauge shoulder held guns with a maximum 30” barrel length are permitted. Turkey Chokes prohibited. A portion of the proceeds benefit SCAN, the South County Assistance Network food bank. (410) 867-2599. Sun., Mar.S 22unday,
March 22 Celebrating the Chesapeake 20: No boat is more closely associated with sailing and racing on the West River than the Chesapeake 20 designed by Captain Dick Hartge of Galesville. On Sun. of Maryland Day Weekend, learn about the design, history and allure of the legendary boat. Original Chesapeake 20s, as well as their precursor Sea Witch, will be on display. Games and activities for children are planned. 12:305:00 p.m. at the Galesville Heritage Museum. Captain Avery Museum: Celebrating Maryland’s past and present by opening our historic waterman’s and gallery space to the students and teachers of Southern High School. Taste dishes prepared from historic Maryland recipes, enjoy music, and explore our historic home and contemporary gallery. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Captain Avery Museum, 1414 East West Shady Side Rd., Shady Side, visit captainaverymuseum.org or call (410) 867-4486. Reflections of Antarctica-Glaciers, Penguins & Icebergs: Hear Dr. Ralph Eshelman’s reflections from over 50 journeys to the Great White Continent. Sponsored by Bayside History Museum and Calvert Library. Presentation at the North Beach Town Hall. 2:00-3:00 p.m. Free. Chesapeake Community Chorus: This allvolunteer chorus performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. Always looking to add new singers to the chorus. No auditions are required. Practice 4:00-6:00 p.m. North Beach Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach. Contact Larry Brown, Director, (301) 855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net. Tue., Mar.T24 uesday,
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Neighborhood Watch Training: Prevent crime in your neighborhood. Learn valuable information on how to start a Neighborhood Watch Program in your community and how it can help protect you, your family and neighbors. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Courthouse Square Conf. Rm. (corner Duke & Main St., Prince
Frederick). Registration is required. Contact the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA) at (410) 535-3733. Wed.,W Mar.ednesday 25 ,
March 25 Song Circle / Jam Session: 7-12 singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-5289. Thu., Mar. 26 Thursday ,
March 26 Little Minnows-Let’s Sprout! Budding young scientists explore the wonders of seed germination and plant growth. Come plant a seed to take home. For ages 3 – 5 yrs. and their caregivers. Members are free; $5 for non-members. 10:00-11:00 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. Girl Talk: Take It from the Top: This fun, informative event, Komen Maryland’s first Breast Health Symposium in Southern Maryland, will provide attendees with expert medical and health information, as well as connect them with valuable resources from hospital and community organization exhibitors. Free and open to the public. Space is limited-advance registration is required. Register online at komenmd. org. Susan G. Komen Maryland® presentation in partnership with Calvert Memorial Hospital, 5:008:00 p.m. Holiday Inn Solomons Conference Center. (410) 938-8990 or visit komenmd.org. Shrimp Dinner: Informal dinner from 5:30-7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206, Rt.260, Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The entree is shrimp. Public welcome. $10, includes sides, salad, roll, and beverage. Call for more information (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org. Fri., Mar. 27 Friday,
March 27 Southern Matinee: The Hundred Foot Journey: A stimulating triumph over exile, blossoming with passion and heart, with marjoram and madras, it is a portrayal of two worlds colliding and one boy’s drive to find the comfort of home, in every port, wherever he may be. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-5289. Chef’s Choice Dinner: You won’t be disappointed when you join us from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the lower-level Dining Room. Hosted by the Auxiliary of American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Chesapeake Beach to benefit the Auxiliary Emergency Fund. Public welcome. $10 price includes entrée, salad, sides, roll, and beverage. (301) 855-6644; ALpost206.org.
Praise & Play: Dunkirk Baptist Church Youth Ministry invites All Middle-High School students to come for fun times with friends, food, games, live band & more! DBC Connect Center. 11275 S. MD Blvd. Dunkirk. 6:00-9:00 p.m. More info: dunkirkbaptistchurch.org or rsanchez@ dunkirkbaptistchurch.org, (301) 855-3555 Sat., Mar. S28aturday,
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Taste of Solomons: Restaurants will host open houses where guests can try delicious bite-sized portions or mini cocktails. Tickets are $4 and can be purchased at each participating restaurant or at a central “ticket booth.” Experience quality restaurants in a quaint seaside town with the 2015 Taste of Solomons from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a map of participating restaurants and their offerings, visit solomonsmaryland.com or call (443) 624-1658.
CURRENT EVENTS 10th Annual Keep Your Colon Rollin’ 5K: Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. Race details on calverthealth.org. Register online at active.com.For more information, contact the Calvert County Health Dept. (410) 535-5400, ext. 348. Greenstreet Gardens Easter Egg Hunt: Easter Parade, Egg Hunt and more fun! $6/child. 10:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m. Greenstreet Gardens, 391 West Bay Front Rd. (Rt. 258), Lothian. For more information call (410) 867-9500 or visit GreenstreetGardens.com. Rain date Apr. 4. Hop on over for Easter Pet Pictures: 4x6 prints/$10, additional print $5/ea. $3/CD with all photos. Pictures are printed on site. Proceeds benefit Second Hope Rescue, an all-breed, not for profit 503 (c) charity. Visit secondhoperescue.org. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. No appointment necessary. Pepper’s Pet Pantry, 13372 H.G. Trueman Rd. (behind CVS), Solomons. (410) 326-4006. Garden Smarter - Beauty and the Bay: Learn about creative DIY projects that can benefit our Bay and beautify your landscape. How-to and photos of finished results shown. 10:00-11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. (410) 5350291 or visit calvertlib.md.us. Museum Store Housewares Party! Nancy Rasch Salamon of Clay Born Pottery is creating an exclusive piece for the Museum Store that will be available for purchase. See many of her amazing one-of-akind creations. Mary Lou Baker and Holly Smith, co-authors of Seafood Lover’s Chesapeake Bay – Restaurants, Markets, Recipes & Traditions, will be on hand from 1:00–4:00 p.m. to sign their book and share their experiences. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 3262750.
New, used, upright, grand and digital pianos available. Pre-public sale appointments available Mar. 26-28 by calling (240) 419-9541. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Bldg., 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata.Noon to 5:00 p.m. Free Children’s Easter Party: From 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the upper level hall of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206,Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary. All are Welcome. The Easter Bunny may be there! (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org. Mon., Mar. M30onday,
March 30 Spring Break Activities: Maker Space Stations set up in the River to Bay exhibit. Make a Secchi Disk, learn about the water wedge, play Trophic Jenga and more. Free with museum admission. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For more information visit calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. Brian Roman - Pop Vocalist: Engages the audience with a compelling presentation of classic tunes. Hear songs such as “Everybody Loves, Somebody Sometimes,” “ Fools Rush In,” and “My Way.” He shares his inspiring story of pursuing dreams and achieving fulfillment. South County Concert Assoc., Southern High School, Harwood. 7:30 p.m. (410) 8671585. Free for SCCA members; $20/non-members.
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March 31 All About Boats: Get an insider tour of the boats in the Small Craft Shed and learn all about wooden work boats of the Chesapeake Bay. 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Free with museum admission. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. Beautiful Swimmers-Blue Crabs Past, Present and Future: Visit the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory (CBL) on Solomons Island from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. for the launch of CBL’s spring 2015 Outreach Seminar Series: Science for Citizens. Learn how the life cycle of blue crab determines the timing of fisheries and how climate change may disrupt that pattern. All seminars are free and open to the public. Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, 146 Williams Street, Solomons. (410) 326-4281. Thu., Apr.T2hursday,
April 2 CSM Lecture-Identifying Unhealthy Relationships: Michelle Corley from the Center for Abused Persons will provide information about domestic violence and sexual abuse, and provide resources for participants. Free. 2:30-4:00 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115, J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. diversity@csmd.edu or call (301) 934-7659.
Toy Boat Building: Make your own toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation requested with museum admission. 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. Easter Egg Hunt & Animal Tours at the Hammond-Harwood House Museum: In this family friendly tour participants tour the house and hear how animals symbolize different things in our collection items such as paintings, chairs, and everyday objects. After the tour children will go on an Easter egg hunt and have the opportunity to paint the eggs using pictures of animals they saw. They will take home a painted wooden egg and crafts made at the event to be a keepsake for families for years to come. $15/ child $10/members’ children, parents free. Members of the museum & those who sign up that day will receive two free glasses of wine with child’s admission price. Non-member parents will receive one free glass of wine with child’s admission price. For reservations please call (410) 263-4683×12 or e-mail info@ hammondharwoodhouse.org. The museum is located at 19 Maryland Ave., Annapolis. 2:00-4:00 p.m. Alice in Wonderland-Disney’s 1951 Version: The 1951 movie version of Alice in Wonderland created by Disney has had lasting appeal. Bring the whole family to enjoy this classic! 2:00-4:00 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. For more info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvertlib.md.us. Sun., Mar.S29unday,
March 29 Kawai Piano Sale: Public piano sales support music instruction at the College of Southern Maryland through a collaboration with Kawai Corporation.
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