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More than 170 pieces of fire and rescue apparatus from around the region participated in Sunday’s Southern Maryland Volunteer Firefighters Parade in Solomon's. These included antique fire trucks, rescue boats, ambulances, Jeeps, and so much more!

Clydesdales Come To Town

If you didn’t see the Budweiser Clydesdales while they were staying at the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad, or appearing at the Tiki Bar opening, or marching in the Southern Maryland Volunteer Fireﬁghters Parade, you really missed out! We’ll tell you all about these fascinating gentle giants on pages 10-11…

Two New Local Museums

After being closed for months, the Calvert Marine Museum reopens May 3 after a stunning renovation. The story on page 14. And this week we heard plans for a new Space Museum planned for our area as well! Read that story on page 3…

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New Local Space Museum Planned Two Calvert County residents, Alan Hayes of Owings, and Sigmund Gorski of Huntingtown have a dream to create a Space Museum in Calvert County, and now they permission from the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to take off. Gorski is the President and Chief Information Officer of non-profit Volanz Aerospace, Inc. and the director of summer programs through the Spaceflight Institute. He was a classroom teacher for 25 years and an administrator for 14 years in private school education. Hayes is the Chairman and Chief Operating Officer of Volanz Aerospace, Inc. and is the Institute’s Director of Simulations and Robotics. He has over 28 years of Program/Project Management, IT, and Government Acquisition experience. They were joined by George Leah, Director of School Construction for Calvert County Public Schools to tell the BOCC about their plans to create a new Space Museum in the Arthur Storer Planetarium at Calvert High School in Prince Frederick. Leah said the school system signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) previously with Volanz, but the project was delayed because the Planetarium was used as “swing space” while the new auditorium was constructed. Now that the auditorium is in use, Gorski and Hayes want to move forward on their museum plans for the old planetarium. They say they have one of the largest private collections of NASA space memorabilia in the US, and acquired more than any other group last year. They say NASA will be giving them the contents of the old NASA museum at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, which was closed when a new museum was constructed and opened. They say some of the exhibits are brand new, and have been stored in dark rooms for the past two years. The new venue will display spaceflight memorabilia, hold lectures, and re-establish the planetarium as an instructional facility and museum. Through the generosity of NASA and others, Volanz has acquired a large number of historic space artifacts. Among others, their artifacts include: • International Space Station (ISS) Exhibit • NASA, Soviet/Russian and Chinese Space and Flight Suits Want to help the new local Space Museum blast off? They’re currently looking for both volunteers and donors. - Volunteer at the museum and planetarium - Help with fundraising - Display cases - Laptop computers - Flat screen displays (15”- 30”) - Large flat screen TV’s (30”+) - Supplies (office and construction) - Donations Volanz is an IRS recognized 501c3 non-profit corporation. All contributions are tax deductible. They are also looking for local residents who may have worked on NASA space projects in the past. Look up Volanz Aerospace on Facebook.

Artifacts to be displayed at the new Space Museum include astronaut helmets, spacesuits, gloves and boots along with other equipment actually used in space missions.

• Apollo Lunar Module Rotational Hand Controller • Russian Buran Space Shuttle Tile • Apollo/Skylab and Shuttle Film/Digital Cameras • NASA Space Flight and Distinguished Service Medals • Presidential Medal of Freedom (Sally Ride) • Congressional Medal of Honor (Apollo 11 Crew and Glenn) • Hubble Space Station Tools, Spares, and Engineering Models • Space Shuttle Flight Deck Equipment • Space Shuttle Tiles mounded on a wing section (68 Tiles) • Astronaut Gloves (Apollo, Shuttle, Astronaut Glove Challenge Entries, and a 1970’s Era Prototype Glove). • Bigelow Aerospace Space Station Model From June 1, 2001 – December 31, 2013, over 12,900 students and over 5,265 adults and teachers have participated in formal and informal educational programs offered by Volanz. These include in-school, summer camp, local meetings, and NASA programs, such as Goddard’s Launchfest. Volanz Aerospace, Inc./Spaceflight Institute has an excellent working relationship with Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS), and since 2002, has provided teachers with free in-school programs and materials for teacher use. Local instructors on board with the project include Calvert teacher Debora Walton and Samuel Hayes, a Calvert student. Alison Charapp is their Director of Educational Outreach Programs, and is a tutor and a part-time Anne Arundel Public School teacher. They say they hope to begin construction on the new Space Museum in a month to a month and a half. See page 14 for a sneak peek inside the new Calvert Marine Museum.

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Poll Shows LNG Support Strong bipartisan majorities of registered Maryland voters support increased investment in energy infrastructure, including the proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal at Cove Point, according to a new poll the Maryland Petroleum Council (MPC) is releasing as part of the American Petroleum Institute’s (API) campaign highlighting the voices of Americans. “This poll shows strong majorities of Maryland voters support more domestic oil and natural gas development, regardless of party affiliation,” said Drew Cobbs, executive director of MPC, “Marylanders get it; America’s economic future, the availability of affordable and reliable energy, depends on the policies created today.” Maryland voters also voiced their strong support for exports of natural gas from the Cove Point LNG terminal. 74 percent agreed that exporting natural gas helps create U.S. jobs, and 77 agreed that exporting natural gas from facilities such as Cove Point in Maryland is good for the state's economy. “The Cove Point terminal represents one of Maryland’s best opportunities to participate in the energy revolution, create thousands of jobs, and generate

millions in state revenue,” Cobbs said. “America is now the world’s leading producer of natural gas, and Maryland voters want to be a part of this opportunity to strengthen America’s position on the international stage.” The state-wide telephone poll, conducted for API by Harris Poll among 602 registered Maryland voters also found that: • 91 percent of registered Maryland voters agree that increased development of the country’s energy infrastructure would help create jobs in the U.S. • 88 percent say increased production of domestic oil and natural gas resources could help stimulate the economy. MPC is a division of API, which represents all segments of America’s oil and natural gas industry. Its more than 600 members produce, process, and distribute most of the nation’s energy. The industry also supports 9.8 million U.S. jobs and 8 percent of the U.S. economy. The study was conducted April 9-16, 2014 by telephone by Harris Poll on behalf of API among 602 registered voters in Maryland, with a sampling error of +/- 4%.

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Dominion Names Volunteer Of Year Suzie Lopez, an employee at Dominion’s Cove Point facility was recognized at a ceremony April 21 as the company’s local Volunteer of the Year. Lopez was praised for her ability to convince coworkers to volunteer in a variety of environmental projects at Annmarie Garden in Dowell and for the benefit of Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation facilities. She was also praised for organizing volunteer events to welcome military veterans, and help non-profits including Farming 4 Hunger, Calvert Hospice, Christmas in April, and the United Way of Calvert County. Lopez has been employed at Cove Point since 2006. Bernie Fowler Jr. of Farming 4 Hunger praised Lopez for helping secure a donation from Dominion to pay for a harvester the group needed. Fowler said of the honor for Lopez, “I can’t think of anybody who deserves this more than Susie.” Brenda Laughhunn, the Executive Director of Calvert Hospice said Lopez and her daughter, Kylie, have helped with the annual Festival of Trees. Calvert United Way CEO Kelly Chambers thanked Lopez for recruiting her coworkers to help with their Annual Day of Caring and Mardi Gras fundraiser. Steve Sanders of Calvert’s Christmas in April program thanked Lopez for getting her coworkers together to build a

Suzie Lopez receives the Dominion Volunteer of the Year Award from Michael Frederick, the company’s Vice President of LNG Operations.

ramp this year for a house they were working on in St. Leonard. Other local groups Lopez is credited with helping include the Calvert Green Expo, the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, and Relay for Life. Lopez, as Volunteer of the Year, was able to give a company check for $1,000 to non-profit group of her choice. She decided to give the money to Calvert Hospice. Dominion Vice President of LNG Operations Mike Frederick said that during the nearly 12 years that Dominion has owned the Cove Point facility, it has made about $2.3 million in charitable contributions. He added that the company each year gives each employee eight hours paid time to spend volunteering in their communities.

Firefighter Point/Counter Point On Dominion LNG To the Editor: It has been reported that an April 16 meeting in Lusby on the Dominion Cove Point expansion project featured the reading of a letter from Mickey Shymansky, the Assistant Fire Chief for the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. In the letter, Mr. Shymansky voiced his opposition to the project. While I (we) respect his opinion, Mr. Shymansky’s assertions do not represent the official position of the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. Calvert County’s all-volunteer fire/rescue/EMS services are not in the business of taking sides on contentious issues. We work to protect property and save lives in our community. We also work to be prepared for all types of emergencies, Editor’s Note: Mickey Shymansky has since stepped down as Assistant Fire Chief of the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. He appeared before the Board of Calvert County Commissioners (BOCC) at their meeting on April 29 to again read his letter into the record. (The video is available on demand on the Calvert County web site under Media Center). Shymansky is a Captain in the Washington DC Fire Department, and said he has a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Services from the University of Maryland. He told the BOCC that he believes that 360 homes near the proposed Dominion Cove Point Liquefaction Plant could be destroyed and firefighting efforts would be hampered by burning trees and falling debris in a catastrophic event. He also said he believes the LNG plant would be prime for a terrorist attack. Shymansky said that a fire set to a vacant house in Chesapeake Ranch Estates, and even a bank robbery in Solomon's could divert emergency services’ attention away from the plant while terrorists strike. He added that a gasoline tanker set on fire to block the access road would also keep first responders from entering the site, and prevent residents from evacuating. He also predicted casualties as far as two miles away because people could be deprived of oxygen in a flash fire, with the fallout reaching Washington DC.

DC Fire Dept. Capt. Mickey Shymansky, who lives near the proposed Dominion LNG plant, told the BOCC about possible dangers he foresees.

including those related to the Dominion Cove Point facility. Dominion has worked closely over the years with our department and others to ensure we have the proper training to respond if something were to happen at the plant. We have trained at the facility with Dominion emergency personnel. Dominion has also provided funding so that Calvert County volunteers could attend specialized LNG training programs in other states. To prepare for the expansion project, Dominion representatives reached out to Calvert County first responders to do an emergency preparedness needs analysis. County volunteers are working with Dominion on equipment and training protocols for situations such as high-angle rescues, confined space response and even traffic emergencies related to the construction phase. We are pushing ahead with these initiatives even though the expansion project has yet to be approved by federal and state regulators. We will continue to coordinate with Dominion and the region’s fire/rescue/EMS services to ensure the high level of preparedness Calvert County residents deserve. Sincerely, Joe Ford, Chief Mike Collins, President Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department See more Letters to Chesapeake Current Readers on pages 16-18.

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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Reports: CDS Violations On April 14 at 9:00 p.m. Dep. B. Schaefer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Calvert Beach Rd. in St. Leonard. Both the passenger and driver were found to be in possession of suspected drugs. Ashley Nichole Pitcher, 21 of St. Leonard was cited for possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a cut up straw with a small residue of suspected Oxycodone. The driver, Kyle Clark Shurtleff, 22 of Leonardtown, was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana less than 10 grams and possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a plastic container used to store marijuana. On Apr. 22 at 11:38 p.m. DFC Y. Bortchevsky observed a vehicle being driven erratically on MD Rt. 2 southbound near Mt. Harmony Rd. in Sunderland. He conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and the car initially slowed and pulled over onto the shoulder of the roadway. The driver threw a small white object from the vehicle and then returned to the traveling portion of the roadway at a slow rate of speed. The driver then completely crossed the center yellow line and traveled southbound in the northbound lane. Bortchevsky used a pit maneuver to disable the vehicle. The vehicle came to rest just south of Wayside Dr. The driver, later identified as Terrence David Brooks, 32 of Prince Frederick, did not cooperate with commands to exit the vehicle. He was found to be driving while suspended and revoked and had a strong chemical odor emitting from his person. Medical services were ordered to evaluate the driver, who suddenly became aggressive and violent. He was subdued and arrested and charged with DUI, possession of marijuana, and possession of cocaine. Burglaries Suspect(s) burglarized a home in the 200 block of Skinners Turn Rd. in Owings sometime on Apr. 17. Over $4,000 in property was stolen to include a safe, cash, and DeWalt tools. Cpl. S. Parrish is investigating. A home in the 11500 block of Ropeknot Rd. in Lusby was burglarized during the daytime hours on Apr. 20. Nothing appears to have been stolen but $800 in damage was done gaining entry into the home. Dep. T. Holt is investigating. A home in the 8800 block of Broomes Island Road in Broomes Island was burglarized on Apr. 24 during the daytime hours and over $600 in property was stolen including an Xbox 360, controller and games. The investigation by Dep. T. Holt is continuing. Someone broke into a home in the 8800 block of Broomes Island Rd. in Broomes Island during the daytime hours on Apr. 21. Some cash was stolen from inside. DFC A. Locke is investigating.

on Apr. 16 at 8:10 p.m. A woman, described by witnesses as white, about five feet three inches tall, 140-150 pounds, with dark, frizzy hair pulled into a ponytail, fled the store with a Dell Inspiron laptop valued at $550. A store employee advised that the woman had come into the store and wanted to buy a laptop. While the employee was conducting the sale transaction at the register, the woman suddenly grabbed the box and fled the store. Witnesses outside the store stated they saw the woman run from the store with the box containing the laptop and get into an older model gray or green four door Honda. The Honda was driven by a white male which then left the parking lot. The woman was believed to be between the ages of thirty to forty and was wearing a black hoody and dark blue jeans. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800. Two 15-year-old females from Lothian were charged with theft on Apr. 18 at 2:30 p.m. after a loss prevention officer at the Dunkirk Walmart observed them put cosmetic merchandise into a backpack and leave the store without paying. One of the girls was also charged with possession of marijuana after a search was conducted and it was found on her. They were each charged on a youth report and released to a parent. Dep. W. Rector is investigating the theft of six vehicle batteries and two electric cord reels from the yard of a home in the 2800 block of Chaney Rd. in Dunkirk between Apr. 22 and 23. The items total $925 in value. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800. Unknown suspect(s) have stolen $120 worth of replica Indian artifacts from Jefferson Patterson Park located in St. Leonard from Apr. 11 to 24. A few items have also been damaged. Dep. N. Lenharr is investigating. Unknown suspect(s) stole the contents of a package from inside a mailbox in the 100 block of Bay Ave. in Prince Frederick on Apr. 24 between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The package had contained make-up items. The envelope and packaging were left inside the mailbox. Dep. C. Idol is investigating.

On Apr. 26 at 9:19 p.m. Dep. B. Schaefer arrested Christopher Ryan Sholl, 28 of Davidsonville, for stealing approximately $175 worth of DVD’s from the Prince Frederick Walmart. Sholl had been observed by a loss prevention officer of the store acting suspiciously and when questioned at the exit of the store, was found to have store Thefts DFC A. Locke responded to the Office Depot in merchandise hidden on his person. Sholl was Prince Frederick for a theft that had just occurred charged with theft less than $1,000.

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They were transported to the MSP Barrack for processing. On Apr. 24 at 2:06 a.m., Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle on Boyds Turn Rd. and 5th St. in Owings for traffic violations. Edward M. Cramer, 29 of North Beach, was arrested for driving under the influence. A passenger, James W. Gearhart Jr., 48 of North Beach, was found to be in possession of Heroin, Crack Cocaine, and other narcotics. Cramer was found to be in possession of Heroin and other narcotics. Both were arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Destruction of Property A victim on Alameda Dr. in Huntingtown advised DFC J. Lord that sometime between Apr. 15 at 4:00 p.m. and Apr. 16 at 9:00 p.m. someone did $1,000 worth of damage to his vehicle that had been parked in the driveway of the home. Two indentations on both quarter panels of the truck were evident. The investigation is continuing. Thefts A reported theft in the 5800 block of Broomes A homeowner in the 8000 block of Cardinal Island Rd. in Port Republic was responded to at Circle Dr. in Lusby advised Dep. T. Holt that on 7:00 p.m on Apr. 15 by Trooper First Class Oles Apr. 24 at 11:15 a.m. he heard spinning tires on The homeowner reported that a locked file the street in front of his residence and then heard cabinet had been broken into and prescription what he described as BB pellets hitting his house. medication and several other items had been He located a hole in the siding but did not see a stolen. The investigation developed a possible vehicle. The investigation continues. juvenile suspect who was later arrested. Assaults On Apr. 25 at 7:41 p.m., DFC P. Mosely responded to the parking lot of the Solomons Food Lion for the report of an assault in progress. The victim advised that her estranged husband chased her and a friend around the parking lot threatening them with a knife. The suspect, Pierre Janney Dorsey, 30 of Huntingtown, was placed under arrest and charged with two counts of attempted assault in the first degree and two counts of assault in the second degree. The weapon was recovered. No one was injured. Maryland State Police Barrack U Reports: CDS Violations Trooper First Class Casarella stopped a vehicle on Apr. 15 at 12:11 a.m. on MD Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach for traffic violations. While making contact with the driver, the odor of marijuana was detected emitting from inside the vehicle. Larry B. Williams, 19 of District Heights, was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was transported to the MSP Barrack for processing. At 4:43 a.m. on Apr. 17, Trooper First Class Costello responded to the Holiday Inn in Prince Frederick for a premise check. Upon arrival TFC Costello was approached by a guest indicating that a fellow room occupant had left the area in an intoxicated condition and he requested assistance in locating the person. When returning to report negative results to the room occupant, TFC Costello found that the missing person had returned to the room. While inside the room drug and drug paraphernalia were observed. Criminal Summonses have been requested for Randall C. Floyd, 23 of North Beach and Sarah W. Hassay, 23 of St. Leonard.

Dep. A. Ostazeski is investigating the theft of 10 signs in the area of Sollers Wharf Rd. in Lusby belonging to an estate sale company. The signs were placed on MD Rt. 4 onto Sollers Wharf Rd. to Sprout Lane on Apr. 26 between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The signs are yellow with red lettering reading “Estate Tag Sale Today.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. Ostazeski at (410) 535-2800. On MD Rt. 4 near Sherry Lane in Prince Frederick, Trooper Riddle stopped a vehicle Sometime between Nov. 2013 and Apr. 26, for traffic violations at 11:01 p.m. on Apr. 17. someone stole a black Raleigh Hybrid bicycle When making contact with the driver, the odor of from the bike rack at Asbury Solomons. The marijuana was detected emitting from inside the bicycle is valued at $300. Anyone with vehicle. Ryan H. Baird, 26 of Hughesville, was information is asked to contact Dep. W. Beisel at arrested for possession of marijuana and was (410) 535-2800. transported to the MSP Barrack for processing.

Dep. D. Naughton is investigating a burglary to a home in the 700 block of Rattlesnake Rd. in Lusby that occurred during the day on Apr. 20. At this time, nothing appears to be missing. The investigation continues.

Theft from Vehicle Someone stole a Tom-Tom GPS valued at $150 and a Dell laptop computer worth $1,300 from an unlocked vehicle in the 1800 block of Oriole Way in St. Leonard between Apr. 24 and 27. Dep. A. Ostazeski is investigating.

Trooper Palumbo stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 231 near Jibsail Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations at 8:07 p.m. on Apr. 22. While speaking with the driver, a strong odor of raw marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. Following search of the vehicle and occupants, Bryon M. Ciotti, 26 of Huntingtown and Charles M. Jones, 23 of Prince Frederick, were arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

A complaint for a theft of an iPhone was received by Trooper First Class Oles at 6:29 p.m. on Apr. 18. The victim reported that she misplaced her iPhone earlier in the day while shopping. Utilizing the tracking system in the phone, TFC Oles tracked the phone to the 1400 block of Catalpa Rd. in St. Leonard. Contact was made with Michael H. Coyle, 26 of St. Leonard. He denied having the phone and through investigation TFC Oles found he had made several false statements to hinder the investigation. A Criminal Summons has been requested charging Coyle with Theft and making False Statements to a Police Officer. On Apr. 20 at 3:35 p.m., Trooper First Class Barlow responded to the Walmart in Prince Frederick for a theft complaint. A DVD and princess gift bag were removed from the store without payment by Brett W. Christian, 34 of Scotland, AR. He was arrested for theft and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A complaint for theft of jewelry from the victim’s home was received by Trooper Warrick on Apr. 23 at 12:54 p.m. A pawn check revealed that a missing class ring had been pawned at a local jewelry store. A missing check had also been cashed at a local liquor store. Investigation continues. Destruction of Property Trooper Matthews responded at 1:39 p.m. on Apr. 17 to the 1700 block of Solitude Court in Huntingtown for a reported destruction of property. Unknown suspect(s) had vandalized the residence by tossing eggs at the house. In addition, the tires had been deflated on a vehicle in the driveway and a windshield wiper broken at the base. On Apr. 19 at 11:06 a.m., Trooper First Class Barlow responded to a home on Main St. in Prince Frederick for a destruction of property complaint. The homeowner advised that someone drove through her white plastic fencing causing extensive damage. Investigation continues. Resisting Arrest At 3:38 a.m. on Apr. 24, Trooper First Class Oles received a complaint for possible domestic dispute at the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick. While speaking with the complainant, the suspect ran out the door of the hotel. He was ordered to stop running. He was later apprehended near a building on Armory Rd. At that time, Tony D. Chase, 26 of Prince Frederick, was placed under arrest. The suspect refused to give his identity.

Police Blotter (Con’t) He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center where staff recognized him. Once positive identification was made, a check revealed Chase had three active warrants. He was additionally charges with Failure to Obey a Lawful Order, Resisting or interfering with a Lawful Arrest and two counts of providing a False Statement to a Police Officer.

Fugitive Warrant Trooper Rucker stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 4 near Hospital Dr. for traffic violations on Apr. 17 at 5:33 a.m. The driver, Paul A. Dibble, 21 of Lusby, was found to have an outstanding warrant through Virginia. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Burglary Sergeant Bevard received a burglary complaint at 4:10 p.m. on Apr. 24. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) had broken a glass window to gain access to the residence and power tools and household items were removed. Investigation continues.

At 1:19 a.m. on Apr. 20, Trooper Newcomer stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 231 near Skipjack Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. The driver, Woodrow A. Wallace II, was found to have an open warrant through Tennessee. Wallace was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Tiki Bar Winners Drawn On Mon., April 28, Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans drew the winning entries selecting four participants in the Calvert County Designated Driver Rewards Program who volunteered at the Solomons Island Tiki Bar opening. Lauren Boswell Hurt of Prince Frederick will receive the first grand prize of a one-night’s stay at the Holiday Inn Solomons, along with $200 in cash, a $100 Tiki Bar gift card and a $100 Charles Street Brasserie gift card. Elisa Seiles-Cooper of Prince Frederick will receive the second grand prize, which includes $150 in cash, and two one hundred dollar gift cards from the Tiki Bar and Charles Street Brasserie. Janet Stone of California, MD was selected for the third grand prize of $100 in cash and a $100 Tiki Bar gift card and Denise M. Jacoby of Lusby will receive a $50 Visa card donated by the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse Designated Driver Rewards Program.

Tiki Weekend: Some Win, Some Lose Patrons Arrested At Tiki Bar Calvert County Sheriff deputies arrested 11 people during the annual opening weekend of the Tiki Bar in Solomons Island. Nearly all of them were from outside of Calvert County. Six were arrested on Friday, one for failure to obey a lawful order and five for disorderly conduct. On Saturday, five people were arrested, three for disorderly conduct and two for second degree assault. Arrests on Fri. April 25 William A. Purdy, Jr., 43 of Pasadena Failure to Obey a Lawful Order

Jake C. Horn, 21 of Hollywood Disorderly Conduct

Arrests on Sat. April 26 Brenna C. Jewell, 28 of Warrenton Disorderly Conduct

Sean M. Rice, 26 of Mechanicsville Disorderly Conduct Pictured are Sheriff Evans and Richard Hall of Bob Hall, LLC.

Shawn T. Lotter, 25 of Lexington More than 181 drivers signed Park Disorderly Conduct up for the Calvert County (No photo available) Designated Drivers Rewards Program during the Tiki Bar Jason L. Marks, 26 of Pittsburgh opening event. The Calvert County Disorderly Conduct John W. Leaman, 27 of Lusby Sheriff’s Office, the Maryland State Second Degree Assault Police, Bob Hall, Inc. and other members of the Calvert and St. Mary’s counties’ traffic safety programs are extending their appreciation to all of the participating designated drivers, as they ensured a safe ride home for more than 617 attendees that Drew R. Greer, 22 of Hollywood weekend. Disorderly Conduct Jeremy M. O. Blasiar, 24 of Waldorf Disorderly Conduct

Carson E. Steele, 22 of Lexington Park Justin S. Grimes, 24 of Dowell Second Degree Assault Disorderly Conduct

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Thursday, May 1, 2014

By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner

You Can Tell It’s An Election Year The campaign season has begun. Due to early voting, the Primary is sneaking up on us. The Primary Election is June 24, 2014, with early voting taking place beginning on Thurs., June 12, 2014 through Thurs., June 19 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Calvert County Board of Elections Office located at 30 Duke Street in Prince Frederick across the street from the Post Office in the Community Resources Building that used to house the library. Parking is in the rear. The Board of Elections is on the lower level. Please remember that you can always vote an absentee ballot if you think that you may not be able to vote on election day or during early voting. I have written before about the importance of voting in the Primary Election. Please do so! The Mayoral race in Washington, D. C. was decided by a relatively small number of voters, which benefitted the challenger in that instance. You have invested a lot in this County and care about its future. You and your family deserve a say. If you are not registered, please register. Your taxes and your quality of life depends on your vote. Please remember that the method for electing Commissioners has changed. There are still the same three election districts: the 1st district south of St. Leonard; the 2nd district in the center of the County from St. Leonard to Chaneyville Road on the west side of Route 4, and the 3rd election district encompasses the area north of Chaneyville Road on the west side of Route 4 and includes from Ponds Wood Road north on the East side including North Beach and Chesapeake Beach. However, in this upcoming election, you will vote for one Commissioner from each election district and for two at large rather than just voting for up to your top five picks. The District races are head to head. There is no longer any benefit to voting for just one candidate as a candidate competes only with those in his/her district or with those in the at-large category. So, for example, there are three Republican candidates competing for the right to represent the first election district in the General Election in November, with early voting beginning on October 23rd. Those three include Gerald Clark, Mike Hart and Joe Chenelly. Not voting for one of those three does not benefit any other candidate. In the second election district, there are two Republican candidates vying to move on to the General election, Benjamin Lee Krause vs. Pat Nutter. In the At-Large category, there are four Republicans competing for two slots including Tom Hejl, David Gatton, Linda L. Kelley and Steve Weems. In the Democratic Primary, there are no contested races for County Commissioner. However, in the General Election, the same new rules

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will apply to Commissioner races. Meanwhile, there are lots of ballot choices for Governor on both tickets, so you truly have a say in the direction in which our State heads. The newly-created and very gerrymandered Delegate District for the northern part of Calvert County (House of Delegates Legislative District 27-B) includes candidate choices on both tickets including Michael A. Jackson, LaRhonda R. Owens, and Jacqueline Steele McCall on the Democratic ticket and Toni Jarboe-Duley and Philip A. Parenti on the Republican ticket. Those of us who live in that district (27-B) will have to educate ourselves, as all the candidates are residents of Prince Georges County. In the Southern end of Calvert County, Roy Dyson for Senate Legislative District 29 has no Democratic challenger but there are three candidates competing to run for that District 29 seat on the Republican ticket: Steve Waugh, Cindy Jones, and Larry Jarboe. Meanwhile, Board of Education candidates run on both tickets in a non-partisan manner. There are five candidates vying for two seats. I expect that contest to be more controversial than usual due to recently revealed information about administrative personnel contracts approved by all three of those who are serving or served in the past. Candidates are: Dawn C. Balinski, Pamela L. Cousins, Eugene “Gene” Karol, William J. “Bill” Phelan, and Billy Saunders. The Primary Election is also when we elect the members of our respective Central Committees. It is exciting to see that so many Central Committee candidates want to be part of making our electoral system work well. There are 16 candidates running for nine slots on the Democratic side and 12 on the Republican side. Many of these candidates are new and bring fresh ideas to our Party loyalists who work so hard and on whom we depend. I hope both Parties gain a mixture of experience along with new initiative. The list of those candidates, along with sample ballots, is available on the Maryland Board of Elections website at: elections.state.md.us/elections/2014/primary _ballots/Calvert.pdf There are also candidates who are running on the Libertarian ticket and Unaffiliated, who automatically move on to the General Election. We all have our work cut out for us to become the informed voters we need to be. Please attend one of the candidate forums if you are able to do so. Watch for the Voter’s Guides. The Republican forum is on May 15 at the Hall at Huntingtown, upstairs at the fire department. The League of Women Voters will be hosting non-partisan forums for those races where there are challengers. Stay tuned for more on the upcoming elections.

By Lyn Striegel

Need to Know Info on Reverse Mortgages

Your Money Matter$ Intimidating. Confusing. Scary. These words are the usual reaction to the phrase “reverse mortgage.” And all are applicable. But, that doesn’t mean, under certain circumstances, that a reverse mortgage is not the right vehicle for you. What exactly is a reverse mortgage? Well, think about your mortgage. In a mortgage, you borrow money from a lender and pay it back with interest over time. In a reverse mortgage, you borrow money from a lender but the lender pays it to you over time and charges you interest that is added to the amount you borrow. Why use a reverse mortgage? If you are over the age of 62 and have paid off your mortgage so that you have equity in your home (meaning you can borrow against the value of your home) and you have a need or a desire to supplement your monthly income, you can borrow against the equity you have in your home and get monthly checks. How much you can borrow is based on actuarial tables, and includes the age of the youngest borrower, the current interest rate and the value of the home. The younger the borrower, the less you can borrow. Why? Because in a reverse mortgage, the lender gets paid off when the youngest borrower dies or leaves the home permanently. In the meantime, interest you do not pay is added to the principal of what you borrow so the amount continually

increases over time. Most reverse mortgages today are “home equity conversion mortgages” or HECM mortgages. These are FHA-insured reverse mortgages that allow a borrower who is at least 62 to convert equity in their home into a monthly stream of income, line of credit or lump sum. How do you qualify to take advantage of a HECM reverse mortgage? The borrower or youngest co-borrower must be 62 or older; the borrower must hold title to the home; any existing mortgage must be paid off before closing and the home must meet certain housing standards (be in good repair). Additionally, the borrower must continue to occupy the home as their principal residence. If the borrower leaves the home for more than 12 months, the reverse mortgage may become due and payable. The borrower must pay the taxes, insurance and maintenance on the home. A HECM mortgage costs money. First, the borrower will be charged mortgage insurance premiums. Why? Because if the amount you borrow is greater than the amount the home is worth when you die, the insurance goes to pay off the lender for the difference. The borrower will also pay for standard closing costs, including costs of an appraisal, title search, surveys, inspections, recording fees, mortgage taxes and credit checks. The lender may charge an origination fee

for processing the HECM loan and the lender may charge a servicing fee over the life of the loan. What consumer protections do you have as borrower? You have the right to remain in the home indefinitely regardless of how large the loan balance becomes. With co-borrowers like a husband and wife, if one dies, the other has the right to live in the home. So, even if the amount you have borrowed on your HECM mortgage totals $200,000 and your home is worth $100,000, the lender cannot kick you out. You are still the owner of your home, not the lender. What else? Only FHA-approved lenders may make HECM loans. The loans are also “NONRECOURSE” and this is important to your heirs. This means that even if the loan is greater than the value of the home when you die, the lender cannot seek repayment of the difference from your heirs or your estate. So, because of the reverse mortgage, your heirs may not get the equity in your home when you die, because you have borrowed against it, but they are not going to be liable to pay the lender back the full value of what you borrowed if your home is worth less than what you borrowed. That is where the FHA insurance comes in to pay off the lender. And, if your home is worth more than what you have borrowed when you die, your heirs will get the difference when the home is sold. There are no prepayment penalties in a HECM so if you want to pay the mortgage off, you can do so at any time without penalties. Most importantly, borrowers must attend mandatory credit counseling from an FHA-approved independent third-party counseling agency. I like this because these reverse mortgages are complicated and if you are considering one, you need to be armed with all the information about all the consequences before you commit. And, the borrower will receive mandatory extensive disclosures about the HECM. Another important point: in Maryland, a lender cannot require a borrower to purchase an annuity, a long-term care policy or any other financial or insurance product as a condition to getting a reverse mortgage. Title, flood and

hazard insurance would normally be required and are exempt from the prohibition because they are necessary to protect the home. When does the lender have to be re-paid? When you die, no longer permanently reside in the home, when you have been absent from the home for 12 months, when you sell or make a gift of the home to a third party or if you fail to meet your obligations to pay taxes, insurance and maintenance on the home. If any of these things happen, the borrower has 6 months to satisfy the loan. This can be done by selling the home (remember, the borrower’s estate is not required to pay any difference if the amount borrowed is greater than the value of the home when you sell it). HECM mortgages come with consumer protections. Proprietary reverse mortgages are non-FHA insured reverse mortgages that do not come with the same consumer protections – there are no limits on fees that can be charged to the borrower and these reverse mortgages are generally taken on high-value homes ($750,000 and more). Finally, although reverse mortgages provide options for making your retirement years more comfortable by providing you with additional income, remember you are still borrowing money that has to be paid back. Some people will opt to get a home equity line of credit instead. In that case, the borrower gets the additional income but has to pay the lender back on a monthly basis. Whatever option you choose, get yourself educated before you commit to any course of action. On that note - I will be hosting another free Estate Planning Seminar at Rod ‘N’ Reel on Wed. June 4 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. All are welcome - just call (301) 855-2246 to reserve your seat. 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” (2013 ebook download available at LegalStriegel.com.). Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.

Turn Your Retirement "Vision" into Reality Retirement can be an exciting, active time of your life. But if you’re going to get the full benefits from your retirement years - which could last two, or even three, decades - you’ll need to have a vision for what you want to do. And to transform this vision into reality, you’ll need to take a “holistic” approach - one that involves a financial strategy, clear communications with family members and an awareness of the challenges that may stand in your way. To articulate and achieve your vision, ask yourself a series of questions, such as the following: What do I want to do? When you retire, do you plan on traveling around the world? Purchasing a vacation home? Pursuing your hobbies? Or maybe you’re even thinking of opening a small business. Clearly, you have many options — and you’ll need to be aware that some choices are going to be more costly than others. If you can identify how you want to spend your retirement years and then put a “price tag” on your goal — or at least come up with a pretty good estimate of how much money you’ll need each year — you can then create an appropriate investment strategy. Such a strategy will include both your need for growth — during your

pre-retirement and retirement years — and your need for income, especially during your retirement years. Your investment strategy will also need to be based on your risk tolerance, family situation and time horizon — how many years you have until your retirement. What “roadblocks” might I encounter? As you work to achieve your retirement vision, you may well encounter some “roadblocks” along the way. One significant roadblock is the amount of health care expenses you might face during retirement. Many people think Medicare will cover everything, but that’s not the case — in fact, you could easily spend a few thousand dollars each year, out of pocket, for health care costs. And since these costs typically rise as you move further into retirement, you’ll need a reasonable portion of your assets to be allocated to investments with the potential for rising income. Even beyond normal health care costs, though, you’ll need to be aware that you could eventually need some type of long-term care, such as a stay in a nursing home or assistance from a home health aide. These costs can be enormous; to cope with them, you need to prepare well ahead of time,

so you may want to consult with your financial advisor for possible solutions. How can I protect my family? Your retirement vision can’t just involve yourself, or even just yourself and your spouse. To fully enjoy your retirement years, you’ll want to know that you are helping to protect your grown children from financial and emotional burdens that could fall on them should you become incapacitated in some way. Among the steps you might consider taking is establishing a durable power of attorney, which allows you to appoint an agent to manage your financial affairs, make health care decisions or conduct other business for you during your incapacitation. Consult with your legal advisor about creating a durable power of attorney. You will find that having your retirement vision come to fruition can be a great feeling. So, do whatever it takes to make it happen.

Edward Jones Investments Lee Ritter, Financial Advisor 410-257-6827 lee.ritter@edwardjones.com

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Thursday, May 1, 2014

Clydesdales Come To Town

On The

By Diane Burr

he Southern Maryland Volunteer Fireman’s parade featured 177 pieces of equipment from departments all over the region. But the among the most interesting participants was the team of Clydesdales from Merrimac, New Hampshire that charmed crowds everywhere they went last week. You see them in the Budweiser commercials, which are always among the fan favorites in the Super Bowl. But I learned there’s much more to these gentle giants than meets the eye after spending a few hours with their handlers at the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire and Rescue Dept. which served as a temporary “barn” for the ten massive Clydesdales in their enclosures.

Chuck is the newest import from Scotland.

Their companion, a Dalmation, the breed traditionally associated with firehouses, was a crowd pleaser, too. In the early days of brewing, Dalmatians were bred and trained to protect the horses and guard the wagon when the driver went inside for deliveries. They are also well-liked companions to the horses. Budweiser has three Dalmatians - one for each of its primary hitches. The west hitch Dalmation is Chip, the St. Louis dog is Clyde, and of course the East Coast Dalmation is named Brewer. The eight people who live at the St. Leonard firehouse quickly took up with Brewer, according to Training Officer Rich Hannigan. “They kept the horses and Brewer here because it’s a secure facility, and there’s someone here all the time,” he told me. “And we had a really good time with him – he has an incredible disposition. We took him for walks and he went with us everywhere. It was great to have the horses here, too.” Hannigan says this is only the second time the Budweiser Clydesdales have come to Southern Maryland. The last time, three years ago, they stayed at a firehouse in Upper Marlboro and were brought to Solomons for events. They were here for

Brewer loves everyone, including the horses. He proudly rides on the wagon next to the drivers at every special event.

the opening of the Tiki Bar, which draws thousands of people drinking Bud every year. The size of these gentle giants is hard to believe. They each weigh about a ton, and their backs are taller than many men’s heads. According to Budweiser’s web site, more than 300 years ago, this imposing breed was first developed for farm work in the region of Clydesdale, Scotland around the River Clyde. They are most easily recognized for their substantial “feather” the long hairs of the lower leg that elegantly cover their hooves. Despite their dressy appearance, they are capable of pulling a one-ton load at 5 MPH. Burt Westbrook, one of the eight handlers that travel 220 days a year with the Budweiser Clydesdales, says they are trained for a year and a half to two years before they go on the road. They subject them to everything to condition prepare them for what might happen in crowds. “We push baby carriages in front of them so they know to stop, we walk up to them and turn on blaring boom boxes, we set off cannons and firecrackers – you name it, they are conditioned not to the least bit spooked by anything that happens,” Westbrook says. “The only thing we don’t do in their training are marching bands or military jet fly-overs, but they know the sounds, so they don’t flinch.”

Jack is one of the oldest Clydesdales still working at age 18.

Westbrook told us how the Clydesdale came to be the well-known symbol of the American beer. “Do you know the significance of April 7, 1933?” he asked. Hmmm… after a lot of guessing, I finally gave up. “It was the end of Prohibition. August Busch Jr. knew his dad loved the Clydesdales, so he

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bought two, six horse hitches of them when they were in Chicago for the celebration. He told his dad he bought a new car and wanted him to come around the corner to see it, he said. The father was fussing at him about spending the money when they hadn’t made any money for such a long time - but when he saw it wasn’t a car but the gift of two teams of Clydesdales, he was moved to tears.” This is reportedly where the phrase “crying in your beer” originated. “They sent one of the teams to New York City to celebrate the end of Prohibition as well, Westbrook adds, so soon the Clydesdales were recognized as AnheuserBusch symbols. Soon realizing the affect that these “gentle giants” had on the crowds of onlookers, Anheuser-Busch began breeding Clydesdales for the Budweiser hitch in 1940. With more than 100 Clydesdales, the Budweiser horses have become an American icon that invoke a sense of nostalgia and national pride.

Handler Burt Westbrook has worked with the Budweiser Clydesdales for 34 years. Among his duties: polishing the harnesses.

The Budweiser Clydesdales have figured prominently in two Presidential inaugurations. They appeared in Missouri native Harry Truman’s inaugural parade in 1949, and then again for Bill Clinton’s in 1993. In 1950, the Budweiser Clydesdales received their very own mascot: the Dalmatian. Traditionally used to guide horse-drawn fire carts, this spotted dog serves as friend and companion to the team, sitting bedside the driver. Although the majestic Budweiser Clydesdales get most of the attention, the wagon they pull is also quite special. The beautiful red Studebaker dates back all the way to 1903! As you can imagine, it takes a lot of maintenance to keep a wagon that old in tip-top shape. Today, the ten Clydesdales and their handlers travel in three 50-foot long tractor-trailer semis. Each trailer is equipped with air-cushioned suspension and thick rubber flooring to ensure a smooth and comfortable ride. With them, they bring their wagon, harnesses, enclosures, bedding, food, and everything else they need, including a golf cart, their uniforms, and Brewer.

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Greg is not one of the heaviest, but he is one of the tallest Clydesdales.

Eight are in a hitch, and two others are taken separately to other special events. There are three hitches: the one serving the Eastern US from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River, from New Hampshire to Key West, is based in Merrimac, NH. The Midwest team is based outside of St. Louis. The West team is based in Fort Collins, CO. They also may be seen at Grant’s Farm in St. Louis and at Warm Springs Ranch near Boonville, MO. Budweiser today spends millions a year breeding and caring for its brand, and sends the Clydesdales and handlers all over the world. They have even been flown to China! The biggest and the newest import is Chuck, who was flown over from Scotland. He weighs over 2,200 pounds and is over 19 hands tall. He and Greg are the “wheel” horses, the ones harnessed closest to the wagon. You might think that the horses in front are the strongest and most experienced – but that’s not the case. The “wheel” horses are. “They’re the ones who really control everything. They can stop the wagon if there’s a problem. They’re the strongest, the ones that pull the most,” he says.

So what are the qualifications of becoming a Budweiser Clydesdale? Not just any Clydesdale can be accepted. All are male. They have to be four years of age or older. They have to be at least six feet tall from ground to shoulder. They must weigh between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds. Each must have a white blaze (stripe on his nose), have four white “stockings” (from the knee down), have a black mane and tail, and a Bay coat. Each Budweiser Clydesdale hitch horse will eat as much as 20 to 25 quarts of whole grains, 50 to 60 pounds of hay, and drink 30 gallons of water per day. Clydesdale horseshoes measure more than 20 inches from end to end and each weighs about 5 pounds. By comparison, a regular horse's shoe is about 10 inches and weighs about a pound. Grooming is an essential part of their daily care, keeping their coats looking healthy and shiny. Along with an excellent diet, daily grooming helps bring out the dappling (circular or giraffe-like coat pattern) in the Clydesdales’ coats. The handlers even use a special vacuum cleaner to promote a healthy coat and skin. Handler Eric Soto told us that the oldest of the Eastern hitch is Jack, who is the last working horse appearing in the famous Budweiser 9/11 Tribute commercial, which ran in the Super Bowl in 2002. It will choke you up. If you haven’t seen it, look for this story on ChesapeakeCurrent.com and click the link. About the Author: Diane Burr of North Beach is the founder and owner of the Chesapeake Current, our area’s only locally-owned and operated newspaper.

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By Brian McDaniel Sharon Smith is a BBG member who is a high energy Quickbooks expert. And, chances are, she can save you money on your energy bills, too. Sharon, originally from Frederick County, graduated from the University of New York - Brooklyn College and immediately joined the corporate world where she spent well over 30 years solving problems, working in IT and later becoming an applications developer for a major insurance company. Then she hit a rough patch in her career. The company she was working for went through a downsizing, and many in IT, including Sharon, saw their jobs cut. During the six weeks before she was finally let go, she spent that time being creative and making Christmas cards that were hand-drawn and designed, and she ended up selling them. This just goes to show that Sharon is a natural business owner who takes a bad situation and turns it into an opportunity. Inspired rather than defeated, Sharon took the reigns of her future and set out on a new adventure. After assisting a friend with Quickbooks and learning the program, Sharon decided that she would become an expert and that this could be a great business for her. Sharon worked tirelessly on many certifications in Quickbooks and eventually achieved Pro-Advisor Status, a certification not easily

Sharon Smith.

obtained. Her Quickbooks business is called QBACIT and it stands for QuickBooks, Accounting and Information Technology. She specializes in troubleshooting, data file cleanup, forms, reports, design, training and bookkeeping. Her company also works with accounting firms to assure that your QuickBooks data is financially compliant with all taxing authorities. Part of her service is teaching business owners themselves how Quickbooks works, so they can use it effectively themselves. She gets

you to the point where Quickbooks works for you rather than you working for Quickbooks. In fact, she uses that in her marketing because it’s just a simple truth when trying to run your business and be a worker at the same time. Sharon provides stress relief with a turn-key approach. Currently, Sharon is working toward her advanced certification, is essentially a Masters Degree in Quickbooks. Though she is not an accountant, she assists accountants who use Quickbooks so that they can get the maximum benefits for their customers as well. Sharon is also a representative for Ambit Energy, which provides electricity and natural gas services in deregulated markets across the United States. It is primarily marketed through a direct sales channel of more than 250,000 Independent Consultants like Sharon. Sharon informed me that Ambit takes your current energy bill and essentially lowers it by 3%. Here’s something that others interested in the BBG might find encouraging. Sharon travels from Severna Park every month to attend the monthly BBG meetings and events, living proof that this is a far-reaching organization connecting you with a wide range of professionals. About the BBG, Sharon says, “I felt very welcome during my first visit over a year ago. I was an outsider, and the people in the BBG made me feel very welcome,” explains Sharon.

Her Ambit Energy business is a member of the BBG and soon, QBACIT will be a member as well. “I absolutely love this area of Maryland and eventually would like to live here,” she adds. In addition to running her own businesses, Sharon found time to host a free Bay Business Group University (BBG-U) class on the Basics of Quickbooks. Though I’m not a user of the program, I took the class because my accountant uses it. Now I can better understand what my accountant needs, which makes the process much smoother. I find Sharon to be fascinating and inspiring. She enjoys working with people and brings a lot to the BBG. If you have questions or would like to know more about what she does, contact her. Sharon Smith Ambit Energy/QBACIT ambitscs@gmail.com (443) 758-7918

About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He is a Ministry Leader at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown, and serves on the Board of Directors for the Bay Business Group.

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BAH Activities Celebrate Local Entrepreneurs Calvert County Business Appreciation Week is May 5-9. During this week, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) annually celebrates local businesses during Business Appreciation Week the first full week of May. The event acknowledges the many contributions local businesses make to our community and thanks them for locating in Calvert County. This year, the BOCC is recognizing companies that show grit, determination, perseverance and passion to succeed. Several special events, seminars and networking activities are designed to foster businesses of all kinds. Seating is limited at most events and advance online registration is required. For more info or to register for events, please call (410) 535-4583.

professionals and entrepreneurs. It will feature planned workshops on the topics of business start-up, business financing and marketing development. This one-day conference will also include an expo featuring small business resource providers and wraps up with a networking reception. 12:30-1:00 p.m.: Check-In 1-2:00 p.m.: Ready Set Go for Business Start-ups 2:15-3:15 p.m.: The Basics of Crowd Funding 3:30-4:30 p.m.: Social Media Savvy 4:30 p.m.: Expo/Networking Reception

Lusby Business Association. Free but pre-registration is required. Contact CCMBA at (866) 517-0477. Wednesday, May 7 Women's Business Roundtable Networking Event "Tips to Help Entrepreneurs De-Stress" 6:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 8 College of Southern Maryland Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Prince Frederick campus, Building B Business After Hours Mixer An open forum where women business 5:30 - 7 p.m. owners and women in the workplace 132 Main Street, Prince Frederick network and learn from each other. Network with other business owners in a Cohosted by the Small Business & Tech- casual atmosphere. nology Development Center (SBTDC) and Calvert County Department of Hosted by Davis, Upton, Palumbo & Economic Development FREE; seating is Dougherty, LLC. Free; Open to Chamber members and non-members. Contact: limited To register, contact Kathy MacAdams, Calvert County Chamber of Commerce (410) 535-2577 calvertchamber.org. SBTDC (410) 535-4583.

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Sneak Peak Inside Calvert Marine Museum The entrance is now light, bright and inviting. The gift shop is expanded another 350 feet to a total of 1,200 square feet of tasteful, thoughtful water-related gifts. And the auditorium and stage are gone. Following years of planning and fundraising, and months of construction, workers were still running around and cleaning things up in the hour before a ribbon-cutting was scheduled for the newly-remodeled Calvert Marine Museum in Solomon's. It officially reopens to the public on Sat., May 3 and everyone is invited to come check it out for free. The grand re-opening coincides with the

Sliding panels behind the admissions/ information desk open the former auditorium to the lobby to create a larger space for events.

Solomons Maritime Festival, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a day of fun for the entire family. This $2.175 million renovation gives the museum a bright new look â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and flex space like itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never had before. Calvert Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s share of the $2 million project was $1.025 million, the State of Maryland gave $250,000 and another state grant amounted to $40,000. Over $860,00 of the total was raised through private donations, which Alves called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;largest private donation campaign ever to a county The Museum Gift Shop is now light, bright and facility in the history of the county.â&#x20AC;? 350 square feet larger. C H E S A P E A K E B E A C H R E S O R T & S PA

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He adds that 100% of the board and senior staff contributed to the project, along with many museum volunteers and members. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been to the old museum, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll notice the changes as soon as you come in. Gone is the dark, dingy carpet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s replaced with white tiles and the walls hiding the museum store have been replaced with glass walls that lighten the lobby. As soon as you come in, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see that the Museum Store is considerably now larger with glass walls that merge into the lobby. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newly equipped with sparkling display areas, elegant new furnishings, and plenty of lovely of new merchandise ranging from nautical jewelry and clothing, to home dĂŠcor, books and toys. Alves says the store renovation was made possible by money bequeathed by Zelma Margelos, a volunteer at the museum, who lived to be nearly 99 years old. The new admission/information desk is portable so it can can be moved out of the way for future events. Alongside the desk hangs an acrylic panel showing image projections of upcoming museum events and activities. Behind the desk is a new 20-seat orientation theatre. New tile flooring and new lighting and new

Elected officials and museum supporters cut the ribbon for the $2 million renovation at the Calvert Marine Museum on Tues. April 29.

windows combine to give the visitor the impression of an exciting and dynamic space. In place of the fixed seat auditorium is the new Harms Gallery complete with state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment and an events kitchen making it a perfect setting for both museum events and outside groups looking for an unusual venue. This new flexible space can be used for lectures, meeting, and performances as the auditorium was, but the Harms Gallery can also accommodate large groups, traveling exhibits, school programs, and changing exhibits. Panels behind the admission/information desk can quickly be moved to the sides to open the space up like never before for larger special events. Calvert Marine Museum Director Doug Alves told us, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a much better use of space. Instead of the 200-fixed seat auditorium, we decided to level the floor, since we looked at the schedule and realized we only used it about 50 times a year. Now with the screens and a portable stage, and new lighting, we can use it for exhibits, lectures, concerts, event â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even weddings. Now this can be a moneyMuseum Director Doug Alves says the maker.â&#x20AC;? Alves added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;My son is $860,000 raised for the museum remodel is the largest fundraising effort ever in Calvert getting married here in October!â&#x20AC;? Behind the new â&#x20AC;&#x153;wave wallâ&#x20AC;? County for a county facility. which changes color theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re adding a kitchen, which they never had before. The museum is open daily from â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a full catering kitchen 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admis- where you can cook, but caterers can sion is $9.00 for adults, $7.00 use it for staging and set-up,â&#x20AC;? he says. This is the first phase of a twofor seniors and military with phase renovation project outlined in valid I.D., and $4.00 for the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2008 master plan. The second phase of the project children ages 5 - 12; children will expand the mezzanine level to under 5 and museum members create additional educational space are always admitted free. For designed to accommodate the more information about the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast growing educational museum, upcoming events, or programs. And Alves told us that a new Estuarium will be built with membership, visit the website awesome new fish tanks and displays at calvertmarinemuseum.com that will make you feel as though you or call (410) 326-2042. are underwater, under the Bay Bridge! He says the goal is to fund this Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also on Facebook and project and construct it within the Twitter. next five years.

Schedule of Events Saturday, May 24 10:00 a.m. Opening Ceremony at Veterans’ Memorial Park Guest Speaker, Mr. Wayne Karlin, US Marine Corps; Vietnam Veteran, Author and Professor at the College of Southern Maryland Music by United States Naval Academy Brass Quintet 1:30 p.m. Vietnam Rescue Operations/”Secret War” in Laos Video - Chesapeake Beach Town Hall Presented by Chesapeake Beach Resident and Vietnam Veteran LTC Ret Phil Pfanschmidt Mini Rolling Thunder Hosted by Old Line Chapter Nam Knights (Time Approximate) Boyd’s Turn to 5th St. to MD Route 261

In honor of Memorial Day, the Town of Chesapeake Beach, in association with the Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival, is asking all homeowners, boat owners, and business owners in the County to decorate with red, white and blue Patriotic decorations. Stretching back through history from the Civil War to the War in Afghanistan, countless men and women fought for our great Country giving us the freedom we hold dear today. Remind all military families they are never alone and never forgotten. Show your respect and appreciation by decorating for all fallen heroes who selflessly gave the ultimate sacrifice. The Towns of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach should be decorated for judging by Thursday, May 22. Winners announced on Friday, May 23 on WTTG/Fox 5 Live Remote between 7 – 10 am and Prizes will be awarded on Sunday, May 25 at 12:30 PM at Kellam’s Field. Let your Patriotism shine bright this Memorial Day by painting our communities Red/White/Blue!

Attention Veterans, Active Military and Immediate Family Members! Memorial Day Weekend, May 24 – 26 Free Access to the following: - Bayfront Park - Chesapeake Beach Water Park - North Beach - Active Military Only Proper Identification Required

7:00 p.m. Armed Forces Radio Show North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. Presented by Twin Beach Players Featuring Jamie Zemarel of the Capitol Steps Tickets on Sale Now $15.00 per Person Sunday, May 25 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Kellam’s Field - Chesapeake Beach Non Profit Fair Featuring Organizations Assisting Families of Fallen Heroes Military Displays including the Fallen Heroes of the Mid Atlantic States Wall Activities Tent Sponsored by Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum & Bayside History Museum; Family Activities for all ages Including Carnival Games with Prizes, Snow Cones, Popcorn, Giant Slide, Moon Bounce and Miniature Golf 12:00 p.m. All-American Family Picnic Sponsored by American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 12:30 p.m. Local Talent Including the Super Heroes of Southern Maryland Decorating Contest Winners Announced 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. The Sam Grow Band Concert Sponsored by Bayside Toyota of Prince Frederick Mon., May 26 10:00 a.m. Closing Ceremony at Veterans’ Memorial Park Presented by American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 The Nam Knights of America, MC, Old Line Chapter Unveiling and Dedication of the Vietnam Memorial being donated to the Town of Chesapeake Beach and Placed in Veterans’ Memorial Park 3:00 p.m. “National Moment of Remembrance” All Americans are Asked to Voluntarily and Informally Observe in their Own Way, a Moment of Remembrance and Respect, Pausing for a moment of Silence or Listening to Taps

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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Each year, Maryland has a 90-day Legislative Session. Every year, there are too many bills that seek to limit your freedoms and stifle prosperity. And so the question arises: How does Virginia, a much larger state, survive with only a 60-day Session during even years - and a 46-day Session during odd years? The answer is simple Annapolis elites believe that your prosperity comes from government. Let's review exactly what that means. Since 2010, Annapolis has: - Raised taxes 40 times - Wasted $200 million on a healthcare website that doesn't work - Rewarded millions of dollars to special interests - Engaged in crony capitalism

- Raided pensions time and again But, it doesn't have to be this way. A shorter, 60-day legislative session combined with a modest salary of $18,000.00, like Virginia, is a good start. When a legislature has less time to meet, there's less time to meddle. The guiding principle of Thomas Jefferson rings true: "A government big enough to give you everything you want, is powerful enough to take everything you have!" And so it goes in Maryland… Del. Mark Fisher (R-Calvert) District 27-C

“Beautiful” Volunteers Sought The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces that nominations are now being accepted for the annual Calvert You Are Beautiful Volunteer Awards. This project recognizes individuals whose volunteer service improves the quality of life for Calvert County citizens and visitors. Nominated volunteers might be a tour guide at a museum or historic landmark, someone who organizes a local fair, festival or parade, or the person committed to making a difference by giving generously of their time to hospices, hospitals, homeless and other social service agencies. All nominees must be residents of Calvert County.

Nomination forms are available online at www.ecalvert.com or by calling the Department of Economic Development at (410) 535-4583. Completed nomination forms should be returned to Calvert You Are Beautiful c/o Katie Brittain, Department of Economic Development, Courthouse, Prince Frederick, 20678. Applications must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Department of Economic Development by July 11, 2014. All Calvert County nominees will be honored at a local awards ceremony sponsored by the BOCC in fall 2014; one special nominee will be chosen as the volunteer of the year.

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Red Hat Ladies Celebrate

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The North Beach Red Hat She Gulls celebrated the 16th Year Anniversary of the Red Hat Society on Thurs., April 24 at an event held at the North Beach Senior Center. The Seniors were treated to a fun filled day of BINGO with prizes, line dancing by our very own country line dancers, and a special performance by Jonathan

Pugh of North Beach on guitar. Table centerpieces were raffled off along with a special photo by our resident photographer Linda. Red and purple cupcakes were made by Joyce. Thank you to everyone who made this day fun and special. Sheila Poole North Beach

CAASA Seeks Board Members Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA) will have three positions available on their Board of Directors beginning in October 2014 and is currently advertising to fill these vacancies. CAASA’s mission is to involve the entire community to promote a healthy environment free of alcohol and other drug abuse so we are seeking individuals willing to attend meetings, participate in outreach events, help target CAASA’s efforts in the community, and assist with fundraising. Members must be Calvert County residents. Terms on the Board of Directors are for three years.

If you think you may be interested but need more information, please give me a call or e-mail me. If you are interested, please send us a short resume with a cover letter detailing your interest and current involvement with substance abuse prevention no later than July 1st. CAASA’s Nominating Committee will review all submissions. Sincerely, Candice D’Agostino Coordinator Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. P.O. Box 2104 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (410) 535-3733

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Garden Dirt By Ray Greenstreet

Summer’s Flowers

I hear it every day in our garden centers from our customers – and employees: Finally! Flowers! Spring is here, and summer is just around the bend. And that means time for summer’s flowers. Commonly referred to as “annuals” because they last just for the season, unable to survive cold temperatures, these colorful plants are synonymous with summer. Begonias, geraniums, petunias, lantana – to name just a few. We all have our favorites, planted every spring in pots, window boxes and flowerbeds. Like one of our customers who fills her flower pots with red geraniums, white bacopa and light green sweet potato vine. Without fail. And every year, we challenge her to expand her flower horizons and try something new. She still fills her shopping cart with her three stand-bys, but has begun to venture into new territory.

Caladium Pink Beauty.

the sun and hold up all summer with little care. The spikey lavender, pink or white flower pairs well with trailing annuals like scaevola, bacopa and vinca vine. While Maggie goes for the quiet hues, Katie loves lantana, for its bold color and carefree growing habit. “It looks like a rainbow,” she says, “and it can take the heat, and neglect!” And it attracts butterflies. Her favorite variety is ‘Landmark Blaze’ with its many colors in just a single flower. Begonias are Esmeralda’s favorite, especially ‘Bliss Deep Red.’ She loves the big blooms that “look like roses.” These classic flowers need to be protected from hot afternoon sun and do best when sheltered from wind. The bright coral geranium is Jillian’s favorite this year. “The color is so unique and unexpected.” Like its red, pink and Angelonia Archangel Purple. white cousins, the coral geranium needs With many varieties to choose full sun and blooms best with regular from, the possibilities are endless. Here are some of our staff’s favorites. Calibrachoa is Scott’s choice for summer color. “It blooms like crazy without a lot of care.” Sometimes referred to as “million bells” because of the shape of its abundant flowers, calibrachoa is great in containers and in the flower bed. ‘Mini Famous Apricot’ and ‘Mini Famous Orange’ are standouts for their bold colors. Angelonia is Maggie’s favorite. “I like its upright form and cool color.” These flowers only look fragile; they love Calibrachoa Cabaret Deep Blue.

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deadheading. Try pairing the orange with a purple flower – like a “Wave” petunia – for a colorful punch. Foliage can make as big a statement as flowers. Margaret is loving the bold combination of tropical variegated ginger and red caladium. “I usually go for flowers, but I love these two plants together with their vivid foliage.” Both Hibiscus Lantana and Wave Petunia. are happy in partial shade to full sun. and plant collapse. The disease is spread by splashing water and spores being carried by the wind. The spores can live in the soil even after the plants have been removed. Recommended alternatives for impatiens are begonias, coleus, and caladium. New Guinea impatiens are not affected by downy mildew. No matter what your choice, all annuals perform best with regular watering and fertilization. Your potted plants needed to be checked daily for water; in the summer heat they’ll probably need Coleus Wizard Sun Mix.

Tropicals make a big statement. Cannas, croton, Mandevilla vine and hibiscus all boast bright colors. Bring a bit of Hawaii to Maryland with a combination of Nairobi hibiscus, Sunrise Rose lantana and purple Wave petunias. Add a cocktail topped with a little umbrella and enjoy a tropical stay-cation! Impatiens have long been the choice for flower beds, but these classic bedding plants have been hit with Hibiscus Orange. disease called Impatiens Downy Mildew. This destructive disease is to be watered every day. Fertilizer is also capable of causing complete defoliation a must. I recommend a combination of slow release fertilizer like Osmocote applied twice a season, when you plant and then again mid-summer. In addition, use a liquid fertilizer – like Nature’s Own (formally Daniel’s) organic – once a week. Enjoy the long-awaited warm sunshine…and the flowers that come with it. Happy May!

Lantana Lucky Sunrise Rose.

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 65-acre 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 in Alexandria, VA.

Students Send Love To Troops

Pride & Joy Matching Fund Links CSM Donors to Local Scholarship As a career court stenographer, Florence B. Trueman used shorthand to quickly and accurately capture every word of important proceedings. Self-taught in her craft, she knew there were no shortcuts to learning a new skill - just education and practice. Education was important to her throughout her life, so it was no surprise to her friends that in her final days it was on her mind. “She loved Calvert County and wanted to do something for the people who lived there. She set up an endowment for scholarships for Calvert County students so that the fruits of her life’s work would continue to help people,” said Scott Whitney, Trueman’s friend and administrator for her trust. Now, through a matching fund agreement with the College of Southern Maryland Foundation, Trueman’s scholarships will go twice as far. “Our CSM Foundation Board is honored to be entrusted with the Trueman endowed scholarship fund. They love to see the impact of their efforts double by the number of students they can help afford college. Because our tuition is half the cost, scholarship funds at CSM can fund many more students,” said CSM Vice President of Advancement Michelle Goodwin, who added that funds for one full-ride scholarship at an in-state, four-year college could assist eight students attend or complete college at CSM. Trueman moved to Calvert County in 1952. She worked with former Maryland Comptroller Louis Goldstein and the Calvert County Hospital before she began as a court reporter in 1957. She covered the circuit courts for Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties for 25 years. Trueman was a member of the Maryland Shorthand Reporters Association, a life member of Sigma Phi Gamma, a member of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 104 at Prince Frederick and past president of the Soroptimist and Lioness clubs. “Florence loved people and she loved to travel. She and her husband [former Calvert County Commis-

Florence Trueman, a court reporter and shown here in 1983, created an endowment for scholarships to Calvert County students which has been expanded to include a matching fund for CSM students. (Photo provided by Barbara Bates).

sioner H. Gordon Trueman] owned a bus and would take groups of people to events outside the area,” said Barbara Bates, a colleague and longtime friend. “She was active in the community, always trying new things and interested in having fun,” Bates adds. Eligible scholarship recipients must be legal residents of Calvert County, graduates of a Calvert County high school and be enrolled as full-time students at CSM. Applicants must possess and maintain a 2.5 cumulative grade point average or higher, demonstrate financial need and write an essay to explain any hardship. The initial amount of the scholarship fund is $30,000 and will be matched by the CSM Foundation with subsequent amounts to be added over time. “Planned gifts can create a lasting legacy for families. CSM welcomes gifts made through different planned giving arrangements,” Goodwin says. For information on planned giving, contact Goodwin at (301) 934-7635 or michellg@csmd.edu. To match funds for the Florence B. Trueman Scholarship Fund, contact CSM Development Director Martina Arnold at (301) 934-7649. To apply for the Trueman scholarship, visit csmd.edu/Financial/ scholarships/. Deadline for consideration for the 2014-15 academic year is May 15.

When airmen assigned to Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan opened care packages with a postmark from Maryland, they knew they were in for a treat. Along with service members from the Army, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard, the airmen received boxes filled with special request snacks, toiletries and games - and a photo expressing gratitude from College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students. The care packages were part of a ServiceLearning project organized by CSM’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society with more than 130 packages sent to service members stationed in Afghanistan, Turkey, Kuwait, Italy, Spain, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan and undisclosed locations around the world. “It was really important to us to make this project impact our school and local community, so many of the [care packages] went to service members from Southern Maryland including loved ones of CSM faculty and students,” said Chapter President and Project Organizer Kellee Johnson of Leonardtown. Johnson said that planning for the project took six months and involved coordination with the Student Government Association, Student Associations from La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses, CSM’s chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success as well as individual contributors. The group bested their goal of 100 care packages by sending 136. “Our greatest collaborator was Professor Barbara Link and her Service-Learning class who worked with Chopticon High School to donate many items and help prepare the packages,” Johnson said. “Working with Kellee allowed me to combine two passions: ServiceLearning and supporting our troops,” Link commented. Care packages were mailed in November and December and over the course of several months Johnson received word of their success.

U.S. Air Force men and women serving at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan pose with the care packages they received from CSM Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

CSM Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society President Kellee Johnson of Leonardtown, organizer of the care package mailing, right, is joined by CSM students representing several collegiate clubs who participated in assembling 136 boxes for service men and women at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan.

“We are simply humbled and grateful by your generosity. As you know, basic items are hard to come by, so we truly enjoy the treats. Thanks again for the care packages and your on-going support,” wrote USAF Senior Master Sgt. Ana Zeinieh. “As our troops are getting ready to redeploy back to our home stations, I would like to thank all of you for your support to the 557th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron during these past six months. Your packages and letters meant the world to us and made ‘mail-call’ always fun,” said USAF Master Sgt. Daniel B. Luning. Each box was filled with items that were specifically requested by a service member, and included a handwritten thank-you card and a group photo of those stateside who participated in the project. “We wanted to assemble the care package so that when opened, the box would feel like a personal gift from home,” Johnson said. The project was structured to train students for future endeavors - how to find military addresses, what to include and how to fill out U.S. Customs Service forms. “I know of at least five students who have adopted service members on their own after these events and I’m sure there are more,” Johnson said. Founded in 1918, PTK is the official community college honor society. Membership is based on academic achievement and is conferred only by invitation of the local chapter. The society provides opportunities for students to develop problem solving, project planning, team building, communication and other leadership skills, as well as offering scholarships for continued studies. For information on Student Life programs and events, visit csmd.edu/StudentLife.

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Save the Date: Maryland House & Garden Pilgrimage Mark your calendars now! Eleven beautiful homes and gardens in Calvert County will be open the public on Sat., May 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the county’s Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage tour sponsored by the Calvert Garden Club. This year, the sites will include several spectacular 17th century homes, early Calvert farmhouses, two different 1880’s one-room school houses used in segregation times and some lovely traditional gardens. In addition to Calvert County, this year the Pilgrimage, a 77-year Maryland tradition, will include Baltimore, Prince George’s, Talbot and Kent counties. “We’re excited to sponsor this opportunity for a glimpse into some of Calvert’s legendary homes and gardens, which are seldom available to the public,” said Carol Frederick, co-chair of the event. For example, history comes alive when you view Breeden Point Farm, which sits on a high point of land overlooking the widest part of St. Leonard’s Creek. Legends of an early Indian encampment and prohibitionera stories of a “bootlegger’s drop-off” are all part of its history. Rarely open to the public are three outstanding examples of late 17th century homes: Spout Farm, Tynewydd and the Cage, each with distinguishable architectural features lovingly preserved and restored. From their beginnings as early

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1600’s land grants, they have witnessed the county’s history from early tobacco farms and important waterways, even overlooking the naval battles of the War of 1812. Also on the tour is Point Farm, a colonial revival house that sits on a point at the entrance of St. Leonard’s Creek within the Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Commissioned in 1932 by diplomat and Ambassador Jefferson Patterson, the house and surrounding buildings were designed by Gertrude Sawyer with many classical architectural details. Filled with much of the Patterson’s original furnishings from around the world, the home, with its surrounding 512 acres, was a gift to the state of Maryland in 1983. The estate sits on one of the most important archaeological properties in the Chesapeake Bay region. Proceeds of the tour will benefit the preservation and restoration of stonework and grounds for the triangular gardens that sit behind the Patterson home. Gourmet box lunches ($15) are available at the museum but must be ordered and pre-paid by May 1 at jefpat.org or (410) 586-8501. The co-chairs of the event are Carol Fredericks and Maricarol Blanco Cloak who note that docents will be available at all sites. Visit mhgp.org or calvertgardenclub.com for a list of local ticket sales. Tickets are $30 advance or $35 on site the day of the tour.

Here are the 11 sites open in Calvert name from the large spring that flows out during the Pilgrimage: of its cliff side, where sailing vessels, filled with tobacco and bound for England, filled their casks with water for the voyage. Double pent chimneys are a usual architectural feature of Spout Farm. It sits above St. Leonard Creek next to what was once a busy Sollers wharf.

garden and annual beds, and a native stream that runs through the property. Extensive gardens and greenhouse add charm to the early Calvert farmhouse Windy Hill at Bowensville.

Breeden Point on a high point over St. Leonard’s Creek charms as a restored and updated early Calvert County farmhouse The Cage, named by its original owner William Parrott in 1658, deemed the house fit for a “parrot.”

- The Cage: named by its first owner, William Parrott, who deemed the original house was fit for a “parrot,” it sits on the original land grant of 250 acres given in 1658 by Phillip Calvert. The original portion of the house is a small four-room story-and-a-half dormered brick structure. In the late 1930’s, owner Benjamin Parran began restoration with plans for adding two flanking wings. The north wing was added by the current owners, who also upgraded and modernized many features. The original grant, on display in the parlor, has always been in the possession of The Cage’s owner. It, and the property, was passed by inheritance and or marriage through the same family for more than 350 years with restorations, additions and upgrades. Dr. Thomas Parran, the first Parran owner, was a Revolutionary War surgeon, a founder of the Sons of the Cincinnati and is buried near the river shore. The Cage, named by its original owner William Parrott in 1658, deemed the house fit for a “parrot.”

A “small reward” of 550 acres is the origin of this early Calvert County farm house. Tynewydd Farm sits on rolling hills that overlooks the Patuxent River

- Tynewydd Farm: the original main house was built in 1782; a modest brick structure that still boasts the date, although partially covered, set in white glazed brick on the exterior between its two chimneys. Sometime in the late 1800’s, the owners raised the roof, gaining a second story and added the four-column front porch. Adjacent is a charming studio house, added in the 1900’s by Virginia Keep Clark, an artist, as her retreat, but recently expanded and upgraded for use by the current owners as their primary home and office, leaving the main house with its present 20 rooms and seven bathrooms for their large family of children and grandchildren when they visit. Tynewydd Farm sits on rolling hills that overlooks the Patuxent River.

- Small Reward: the name originates from a bounty of 2500 acres offered to Capt. Richard Smith the first Attorney General of Maryland by Lord Baltimore in 1688 to safely relocate settlers of the Colony of Virginia to Maryland. While in route to Calvert, at least two of the settlers died, leaving Smith with a “small reward” of only 550 acres. Later acquired by the Lawrence family, it is probable that the original one and a-half story log house typical of the period was built by George Lawrence circa 1725. It was later augmented by a large center hall/ Federal wing addition in the 1850’s. The house retains the original cypress covering boards, original mantels and flooring, as well as some ancient wooden door locks. Now furnished with antiques and family pieces, Small Rewards is an excellent example of the early Calvert County farmhouse, situated on 550 acres.

Extensive gardens and greenhouse add charm to the early Calvert farmhouse Windy Hill at Bowensville

Double pent chimneys are a usual architectural feature of Spout Farm

- Spout Farm: situated high on a bluff overlooking a deep-water harbor on St. Leonard Creek just off the Patuxent River; this late 17th century home has witnessed much history. After a land grant in 1649, the 600-acre tract changed hands three times until it passed to the Parran family in 1699. Through subsequent owners, it became a tobacco farm, a store and in 1928 a hunting creek. Located next to what was once a busy Sollers wharf, current owners share local tales of busy steamboat traffic and a harbor filled with as many as 50 skipjacks dredging for oysters for Eastern markets. Spout Farm earned its

- Windy Hill Farm: circa 1840, this treasure of an early Calvert farm house sits on a site of the early Bowensville community school house, doctor’s office, gravel quarry and covered ice hole that was used for refrigeration in the early 20th century. Also on the site is a smoke house for curing meats, a barn with early Cyprus timbers that served as a stable and held tobacco crops for most of the century. Currently, horticultural crops are grown in a-frame style greenhouse that supports the family’s business and fill the surrounding gardens with flowering plants. There are additional cultivars of daylily growing from Dr. J.B.S. Norton, first state plant pathologist at the University of Maryland and grandfather to the current owner. Enjoy the extensive wooded areas, large perennial cottage

- Rollins Cove: filled with local art and nestled on 19 secluded acres and perched above the cove from which it gets its name, this home was originally a simple 1950’s one-story bungalow. Recent renovations include converting an old porch into a garden room with views of the cove and a handsome painted floor based on a 19th century design. The rooms of this spacious house all feature large, bare west-facing windows with wonderful views of the cove and colorful sunsets. Much of the Cove, including this property, is protected by the state of Maryland and Calvert County Forestry easements that keep the woodlands and wetlands relatively pristine.

- Breeden Point: known as the “prettiest view on the creek,” the Battle of St. Leonard’s Creek in 1812 would have been visible down the creek from the land. Originally a Patuxent Indian encampment, many Native American artifacts were unearthed from the later planted tobacco fields. The farmhouse, circa 1910, was built as a two story two bedroom house, with two porches, front and back. Originally planted with orchard trees by J. Edward Breeden in the early 20th century, it was developed as a tobacco farm after 1942 by Thomas E. and Mary B. Breeden. Later owners added a long room several steps down from the living room which boasts a walnut floor harvested from the property. Current owners have restored the home as a 1950’s farm house with charming updates, antique pine flooring, antiques and flea market “finds” and added creative touches throughout. Breeden Point on a high point over St. Leonard’s Creek charms as a restored and updated early Calvert County farmhouse These institutions on the tour tell an important part of our local history as well. - Middleham Chapel is the oldest church building in Calvert County and one of the oldest in the United States. The original log church building was constructed in 1684 as a chapel-of-ease to Christ Church in Port Republic. The current “Flemish bond” brick chapel was completed in 1748, at a cost of 80,000 pounds of tobacco. - Two 1880’s one-room schoolhouses offer very different examples of early education in Calvert County in the days of segregation. Old Wallville School, rescued from destruction and relocated in Prince Frederick, was used until 1934 to educate hundreds of African American students. It is the oldest surviving structure of its type in the county and one of the oldest in the state. Port Republic School #7, used to educate white students, was built in 1876 and sits on the grounds of Christ Church where it was restored as a bicentennial project in 1976.

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Barbara Ashby, 63 Barbara Jean Ashby, age 63, of North Beach passed away Apr. 24, 2014 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. She was born Jan. 24, 1951 in Cheverly to Jack Eugene and Evelyn (Benesh) Black. Barbara was raised in Kentland, and attended Bladensburg High School, graduating in 1969. She was employed with the United States Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. Barbara married Robert Michael Ashby on Oct. 10, 1975 and they made their home in North Beach, where she was primarily a homemaker. Barbara enjoyed bowling, crossword puzzles, sports, and spending time with her family, and her pets. Barbara is survived by her husband Robert M. Ashby, a daughter Lori Marie Ashby of Edgewater, a son Wayne Eugene Ashby of North Beach, and a brother Raymond Black of Huntingtown. She was preceded in death by her parents. Burial was at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements

Alexander Briscoe, 64 Lexander “Louie” W. Briscoe, Jr., age 64, son of the late Alexander Briscoe Sr. and Geraldine (Brooks) Briscoe, was born Nov. 30, 1949, in Calvert County, Maryland. He departed this life on Mon., Mar. 31, 2014 at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC after

a lengthy illness. Alexander attended public schools (Appeal Elementary, Calvert Junior High, and Calvert High School) of Calvert County. He received his high school diploma in 1968, a noteworthy year, as he and his fellow classmates were the first integrated graduation class of Calvert High School. Shortly thereafter graduating, Alexander served in the military for four years, as a solider with the U.S. Army, he served in the Vietnam War. His love for hard work and the trucking industry would later land him a job with John Driggs Trucking in Capital Heights, MD. Alexander worked with John Driggs for 15 years and was an active member of the Teamsters Union, Local 639. In 1983, Alexander resigned from John Driggs and decided to pursue his life-long goal and dream, entrepreneurship. He opened A&S Trucking, a business that lead him to acquire 13 dump trucks within a year and employed truck drivers from the local area. The business was retired in 1997 after Alexander’s vision begin to deteriorate. In 1975 he married Sharlyn Morsell of Sunderland. From this union one child was born, Alexander Tony Briscoe (Mann), and Alexander Jr. became a loving and devoted father to Sharlyn’s son, Delwin Clarke, who was age six at the time. As a family, they lived in Lusby for a number of years before moving to St. Leonard. Throughout his lifetime, Alexander enjoyed spending time with his family and close friends. He had a passion for hard work and made sure everyone within his reach knew it, especially men. He instilled a strong work ethic in his sons. As a friend or family member of Alexander, if you ever found yourself in need of something, Alexander did his best to help you. If Eastern United Methodist Church needed something fixed – Alexander would fix it. He loved going to the racetrack with his sons, driving dump trucks,

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Genevieve Foran, 96

Genevieve M. Foran, age 96 of Solomons, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thurs., April 24, 2014. She was born Jan. 14, 1918 in Hoisington, KS to the late James Russell Murphy and Eleanor Lewis Murphy. She attended Hoisington HS, Hoisington, KS and graduated in 1936. She attended Marymount College in Salina, KS, and received her degree in English and Literature. She moved to Washington DC during WWII and worked as an administrative assistant for the Department of the Navy. There she met Michael Foran and they were married Diane Cabrera, 56 on May 25, 1944. They had four children: Diane Louise Michael Joseph, Margaret Ann, John Patrick Cabrera, age 56 of and Kathleen. After the kids were in school, she Owings, passed away became a bank teller at Clarendon Bank and Trust in Arlington, VA. She then trained, and April 26, 2014. Diane was born obtained her license as a stockbroker on the in Washington, DC New York Stock Exchange, working for the on March 4, 1958 to firm of Auchinclaus, Parker and Redpath. the late James and Upon achieving her license ,the firm sent the Jackie Potts, Jr. She grew up in Silver Spring, graduates to New York City for a tour of the MD and graduated from Montgomery Blair Exchange. Genevieve was one of the first dozen High School. After graduation Diane went to be women to ever be allowed on the floor of the an EMT with the Hillandale Volunteer Fire Exchange. During her life, Genevieve was active in Department. She then moved to Landover Hills where she joined the Fire Department there as the Catholic Church, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, community events and Hospice. She avidly well. In 1986 Diane started as a Prince Georges followed the stock market and tracked her County Correctional Officer, and worked there investments on her financial webpage right up until 1994. In 2001, she and her family moved until her passing. But her primary focus was on her family whom she loved and "mothered" to Owings. Diane volunteered with her children’s throughout her long life. She is survived by her four loving children, schools and also worked at Calvert Country School. Diane was an avid traveler; she enjoyed Michael J. Foran, Jr. of Poconos, PA; John the beach, especially Ocean City, and Hawaii. Foran of San Diego, CA; Margaret Ann She liked to see the world via cruising, either on Chipman of Lawrence, KS and Kathleen a boat or on a motorcycle. She also enjoyed Byroads of Mechanicsville, MD; brother, James skiing and slot machines. There was a special Murphy of AZ; seven grandchildren and seven place in her heart for tigers and dolphins, and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, she even had an opportunity to swim with them. Diane was outspoken, protective, loving and Michael Joseph Foran, Sr. who passed away on kind. Her family will greatly miss their Christ- Nov. 23, 2003. The family received friends on Tues., Apr. mas Eve parties and trips to Assateague Island. Diane is survived by her loving husband; 29 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., usby. A Edwin "Skip"Cabrera, children; Carl James Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on "CJ" (Erin) Schuettler, David James Cabrera Wed., April 30 at Our Lady Star of the Sea and Alisha Julia Cabrera, Three grandchildren; Catholic Church, Solomons with Monsignor Kourtni, Kathleen and Cullen, brother; James Micheal Wilson officiating. Those surviving as H. Potts, III and other loving family members. pallbearers were, James Byroads, Jr., Andrew Visitation will be held Fri., May 2, from Chipman, , Chris Chipman, Bradley Watkins, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00p.m. at Lee Funeral Home Michael Foran, Jr. and Michael Cobb. Calvert, P.A., 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD Interment followed at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Cemetery, Lexington 20736 with a memorial service beginning at

Park, MD. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in her memory to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, P. O. Box 560, Solomons, MD 20688 Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Ann Goshorn, 67 Ann McDougall Carrigan Goshorn, age 67, of St. Leonard, passed away on April 21, 2014 in the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. She was born Sept. 5, 1946 in Greenack, Scotland to the late John and Kate Casement Carrigan. Ann was the youngest of four daughters. She attended Catholic Schools until the age of 15, which is when you graduated in Scotland. She worked in a factory until she quit to care for her ill mother. She met a handsome sailor, Sam, in the winter of 1963, later to marry him in Dec. 1964. Sam brought her to the US in 1965, where they began to raise their family. Ann had a few various jobs such as a waitress, department store clerk, the last one being at Walmart. Her most memorable job was being a substitute teacher for Calvert County Public School System. She enjoyed her family, watching her grandchildren, traveling, playing cards and bingo. Ann is survived by her husband of 49 years, Samuel C. Goshorn, Jr., mother of Patsy Beverly and her husband Andy of St. Leonard; Samuel C. Goshorn, III of Fayetteville, NC, Samantha Dalrymple and her husband Bobby of Prince Frederick; and Ginny Dalrymple and her husband Eddie of Port Republic. She was the grandmother of Dalton Kistler, Cal Goshorn, Alyssa Goshorn, Colby Beverly, Tanner Goshorn, Wally Dalrymple, Scotty Dalrymple and Luke Dalrymple., She is also survived by two sisters, Ellen Cunningham and her husband Tucker and Betty Provan, both of Scotland, and many other family members. A memorial service was held at Waters Memorial United Methodist Church, St. Leonard with interment in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Kathleen Gray, 56 Kathleen A. Gray, age 56, of Upper Marlboro, passed away at her home on Thurs., April 17, 2014. She was born in Alexandria, VA on August 15, 1957. She married her beloved husband, John L. Gray on July 16, 1983 and lost him in September of 2004, after 21 years of

marriage. He was her soul mate and she joins him now. She was the beloved daughter of Judy Ann (Fleet) and Charles Russel Manor. She is survived by her daughter, Tara Rosa Maria Gray, her beloved sisters, Terry Rose Brown, Lynn Francis Windsor and brother, David Russel Manor. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. She enjoyed the outdoors and had an adventurous youth. She hitchhiked crosscountry and enjoyed bike riding. The family vacations out west were some of her favorite, visiting New Mexico and seeing the desert. She was an avid animal lover and greatly enjoyed her computer games. She will be missed by family, friends and all whose lives she touched. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Pat Grierson, 84 Patricia Jo Grierson, known as “Pat,” age 84, of Dunkirk, passed away April 20, 2014 Pat was born May 2, 1929. She grew up in Washington, DC. On May 8, 1948, she marriedErnest Leroy Grierson. They were married for 33 years until he passed away in 1981. Pat was a stay at home mom for a few years, but times were lean in those days, so she made the decision to go to work to help support the family. First, on a part-time basis, she worked weekends at the beach during the summer. This was a time when women were rare in the workforce but she found a full time job at Acacia Life Insurance Company where she worked her way from a file clerk in the data processing department to a computer systems analyst over her 40 year career there. This required a great deal of night time studying in addition to her full time day job, and she still found the time for her family on weekends, making sure her daughters were kept busy, including a period of several years when they both were involved in the majorettes. She made sure they never missed a practice, parade or competition and she was there to see it all. Pat was a role model to her daughters, proving that a woman could be successful both as a mother and in a career. Pat always enjoyed being with family from the many Sundays at the beach having family picnics to the many holidays and birthdays that included lots of extended family and revolved around a wonderful meal and lots of stories and laughter – to the later years where she was able to enjoy watching her four grandchildren grow up and much later to see five great grandchildren be born. After she retired, Pat traveled with her friends to every state in the United States. She loved to travel and was able to do so until the last couple of years of her life. When travel was not in her plans, she joined a small group at church and enjoyed fellowship with her dear friends. She also found

time to volunteer, giving many hours to the Calvert Hospital Auxiliary, Meals on Wheels, Women’s Democratic Club and Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office. She came to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ when she was 16 years old and was baptized at that time. After being away from the church for many years, she returned and recommitted her life to being a better Christian. She loved the Lord and during her illness, she anxiously awaited the time she would meet Jesus in glory. As her light goes out, she will be dearly missed by those who love her. Patricia is survived by her children; Patricia (James) Gillette and Mary Askland; grandchildren James (Rachel) Gillette, Heather Hardesty, Christopher (Lindsay) Askland and Gregory Askland; great-grandchildren; Colin, Dean, Samantha, Bryce and Aren; sisters; Vivian Wehlander, Mary Lynne Shurey and Cheri Coulter, along with many nieces, nephews and other loving family. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, P O Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Mark Lavey, 38 Mark C. Lavey passed away unexpectedly on Sun., April 13, 2014 at age 38. Mark was born Sept. 7, 1975 and was the beloved son of Sheila and the late Donald J. Lavey, dearest twin brother of Keith (Erin) Lavey of Arlington, VA . He was the cherished nephew of LuLu McCaffrey (Dr. Jim Bise) of Leesburg, GA; Dr. Jack (Kathleen) Ursic of Lusby, and Eileen McCaffrey (Bob Sauer) of Rescue, CA. His dear "Nana," Patricia Ursic, and late “Pop Pop,” Hank Ursic, were also very special and played a prominent role in Mark’s life. Mark will be missed by his many cousins some of whom are Michael

and Colleen Ursic, Adam, Brendon and Jackie Rose Sauer and by his little niece, Stella Lavey. Mark's life passions were cars and drawing pictures of cars. As early as age three, he would walk through parking lots and rattle off every make and model of vehicle, and auto mechanics became a lifelong hobby. He was also an exceptionally talented artist and specialized in highly intricate automotive scenes and caricatures. For the last several years, Mark worked for Bob Hall, LLC in Upper Marlboro, driving a truck and delivering Anheuser-Busch products to many area establishments. He loved his work and the camaraderie of a great group of friends. A Memorial Service will be held May 3 at Mount Airy Mansion, 9640 Rosaryville Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Friends are welcome to gather at 1:00 pm. Services start at 1:30 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (online: woundedwarriorproject.org). Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

George Mack, 40 George S. Mack Jr., age 40, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away Tues., April 15, 2014 in Baltimore. He was born Aug. 24, 1973 in Goldsboro, NC, a son of Patricia A. (Cooper) and George S. Mack Sr. He was a barber working at Cool Cuts in Upper Marlboro. He enjoyed bowling, following the Dallas Cowboys, and spending time with his family. According to his family, he also thought he was a part time comedian always enjoying life and would say, "Everything is going to be alright." He is survived by his parents, two daughters; Aminah and Teyona; a sister, Cenita, and a niece, Alyana. Lee Funeral Home handled arrangements.

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Louise Victoria Lusby, age 30, of Prince Frederick, died April 20, 2014. She was the beloved daughter of Dr. Thomas F. Lusby, III and Krasimira S. Lusby. Louise Victoria was the salutatorian of the Calvert High School graduating class of 2001 and the valedictorian of the St. Mary’s College of Maryland graduating class of 2005. She graduated summa cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She received a Masters of Arts degree in economics in 2007, as well as a Masters of Philosophy degree in 2010 from Columbia University in New York City. She worked as a senior economic consultant for a private firm in Washington, D.C. and later at her favorite position as an economist for the federal government in the Bureau of Economic Analysis. She cherished the company of her many friends, colleagues and extended family. She enjoyed music, movies, comedy shows, traveling, skiing, and the beach. She was a 4-H All Star and member of the Calvert County Historical Society. Louise Victoria is survived by her parents, her aunt and uncle Caroline Lusby Evans and Dr. Robert Evans of Lynchburg, Virginia and her aunt Victoria Filkova from Germany. Funeral services were held on April 26, 2014 at Christ Episcopal Church, Port Republic, with interment following in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Cemetery, Prince Frederick. Memorial contributions may be made to either Christ Episcopal Church, 3100 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, MD or to St. Mary’s College of Maryland Economics Department. Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic handled arrangements.

Clyde Marshall, age 93, of Temple Hills passed away April 17, 2014 at Woodbine Nursing Home in Alexandria, VA. He was born Dec. 19, 1920 in Crumpler, WV to Page and Lilly (Swim) Marshall. Clyde was raised in West Virginia and attended public schools. He enlisted in the United States Army on July 9, 1940, earning the Good Conduct and American Defense Service Medals, the Middle Eastern Service Ribbon, and the Meritorious Service Plaque. Clyde was honorably discharged on August 18, 1945 as Private First Class. He married Loretta Shea, and they lived in Washington, D.C. He was a self-employed musician and taught guitar lessons. He was also a band member, playing in various clubs in the Washington, D.C. area. Clyde lived in Temple Hills for over 40 years. Music was his passion and he played the banjo and guitar well into his 90’s. Clyde is survived by his wife, Loretta Ann Marshall, daughters Karen Y. Rowe and husband John of Waldorf, and Patricia Ann Stowe and husband Jack of Chesapeake Beach, and a son Baxter Marshall of Temple Hills. Also surviving are grandchildren Bo Cecil of La Plata, and Deborah McCutcheon and Brian Stowe, both of Ashburn, VA, and great-grandchildren Daniel and Ryan Cecil, Nicholas Stowe, and LeAnne McCutcheon. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

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Joan McDowell, 75 Joan Margaret Harris McDowell, age 75, of Owings, passed away April 19, 2014 at Washington Hospital Center. She was born January 18, 1939 in Hillside, MD to

Alyce Schwallenberg, 71 Alyce Jane Wells Schwallenberg, age 71, of Huntingtown passed away at her home on April 25, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Alyce was born June 5, 1942 at home in Huntingtown to Jesse Oliver and Grace Lavina (Bowen)

Wells. She was raised in Huntingtown and attended Calvert High School, Prince George’s County Community College and the College of Southern Maryland receiving an Associates of Business degree. Alyce married William C. Schwallenberg, Jr. on August 23, 1958, and they lived in Huntingtown and for a time in Tennessee and Richmond. In 1968, Alyce and Bill established A&W Insurance in Prince Frederick, where she was an insurance agent. She was a member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church, was the president of Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, and also was a member of Friends of Hospice, where she was the Festival of Trees chairperson for several years. Alyce enjoyed reading, traveling with her husband, Bill, riding the Gator around the farm, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was the wife of William C. “Bill” Schwallenberg, Jr.; mother of William C. “Vince” Schwallenberg III and wife Paula of St. Leonard, Tammy A. Lojacono and husband Bill of St. Leonard, Yvette Gathings and husband Chris of Huntingtown, and Crystal F. Sears and husband Ed of Lusby. She is also the grandmother of Billy, Timmy, Mindy, Brandon, Jenny, Amber, Josh, Natalie, Jessica, Will, Emily, and Joshlyn; great-grandmother of Kaylah, Jack, David, Amelia, Josh, John, Derek, and Ryan; and sister of Yvonne Humphreys of Virginia. Alyce was preceded in death by her parents. Family and friends were received Mon., April 28 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings. A funeral service and celebration of Alyce’s life was held at Huntingtown United Methodist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial donations in her name may be made to Huntingtown U.M. Church or the Dr. Goldberg Center for Breast Care at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Rausch Funeral Home, Owings handled arrangements.

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Clarence and Edith Elizabeth (Meyer) Harris. She was raised in Prince George’s County and graduated from Frederick Sasscer High School, class of 1957. Joan married Albert William McDowell on August 3, 1974 at Riverdale Baptist Church in Riverdale. The couple made their home in Upper Marlboro, until moving to Owings in 1985. Joan joined her family in owning and operating Meadows Market and Restaurant in Upper Marlboro until her retirement in 1986. Joan was an excellent cook and was known for her spaghetti, chili, barbeque, and vegetable soup. She was an active member of Grace Brethren Church of Calvert County. She was also active in and a mentor with the Melwood Center. When Joan was younger, she enjoyed bowling and ceramics. In more recent years, her pleasures were to spoil her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband Albert W. McDowell, Sr. of Owings; three sons Albert W. “Buddy” McDowell, Jr. and his wife Cissy, Richard L. McDowell and Jeffrey O. McDowell and his wife Sharon, all of St. Leonard. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Justin, Ashley, Jordan, Cassidy and Gabrielle McDowell; a great-granddaughter, Marlee Abner and a sister, Helen Moore of Owings. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Bernard Harris. A funeral service and celebration of Joan’s life was held at Grace Brethren Church of Calvert County in Owings. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk. Memorial contributions in Joan’s name may be made to Grace Brethren Church. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Mary Stinnett, 62 Mary Stinnett, age 62, of Prince Frederick, died April 26, 2014 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Mary left behind her loving mate of 30 years Richard (Butch) Mister of Prince Frederick; and her adoring brother Mansfield and his wife Beth Gott of Merritt, FL. Mary also cherished her three devoted sons and their families, Tommy Jr. and Connie Follin of Lusby; Michael and Sharlena Follin of Prince Frederick; and Mark Anthony and Sarah Shields of Upper Marlboro. Mary had five beautiful grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her devoted family, nieces, nephews and friends. Mary was preceded in death by the late Walter and Catherine Stinnett, and by her sisters Margaret Cole, Betty Stinnett Cochrane and Shirley Smith. Mary worked many years for Calvert County government and owned her own private business. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Calvert County. Arrangements were provided by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic.

Gladys Stone, 92 G l a d y s Virginia Stone, age 92, a longtime resident of Huntingtown passed away April 23, 2014 at her residence surrounded by

family. She was born Sept. 26, 1921 in Bethesda to John Thomas and Margaret Ann (Waugh) Smith. Gladys was raised in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, and attended Bethesda Chevy Chase High School. She married Louis Phillip Stone, Jr. on Oct. 15, 1940, and in 1945, they moved to a farm in Huntingtown. Gladys was primarily a homemaker, and also helped her husband farm tobacco, and worked beside him in his construction business. She was a member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church, where she ran the nursery for several years. She loved flowers, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by a daughter Sherry Ann Moran and husband William of Franklin, TN; and sons Louis P. Stone III

and wife Jeannie of Solomons, John T. Stone and wife Mary of Huntingtown, and Walton Hensley Stone of St. Leonard. Also surviving are grandchildren Shannon Delacy Miller, Margaret Stone Patin, Angela Gail Del Vacchio, Ann Porter Moran, Louis P. Stone IV, Marcie Ann Stone, John T. Stone, Jr., Kelsey Ann Stone, and Carly Marie Stone; eight great-grandchildren, and sisters Mary Margaret Smith and Mildred Burke, both of Arlington, VA. Gladys was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Louis P. Stone, Jr., and a daughter-in-law Kimberly Stone. Family and friends were received Sat., April 26 at Huntingtown United Methodist Church, where a funeral service and celebration of life was held. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Calvert Hospice or Huntingtown U.M. Church. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Debbie Ury, 62 Debra Ann Oldland Ury, known as “Debbie,” age 62, of Lusby, passed away Apr. 18, 2014 of Cholangiocarcinoma, at her home. She was born in Washington, DC on Aug. 14, 1951 to Delbert and Rose Oldland. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Ury and loving mother to Rosemary and Suzanne Ury. She graduated from Oxon Hill High School in 1970, worked at the Hecht Company until starting home daycare, which she did for 32 years (including a second generation of children). Debbie enjoyed time with family, cooking, and crafting. She was a Redskins, Nationals, and Capitals fan. She is survived by her sisters and their spouses, Paula and Jim Hollar, Penny and Steve Carter, Anna and Steve Parker; her sister Susan McDonald, and her many nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by her long –time friend, Dorothy Alexander, her godparents, Ralph and Sally Dixon, her in-laws, the Barrett family, her cousins, and her many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Rose Oldland, her brother, Richard Oldland, her brother in-law, James McDonald, and her cousin, Ralph Dixon, Jr. Memorial contributions may be made to either: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (online: calverthospice.org) or St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 470 Main

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Dennis Warfield, 71 Dennis Hammond Warfield, age 71, of Selbyville, DE passed away April 20, 2014 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, MD. He was born Nov. 19, 1942 in Washington, D.C. to Albert and Betty Jean (Hammond) Warfield. Dennis was raised in Riverdale and Silver Spring and graduated from Northwood High School. He was employed as an elevator mechanic for numerous companies and the IUEC Local #10. He was a former member of the Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department and was active as an umpire for youth baseball. He also enjoyed bowling and golf. He moved from the Waldorf area to Selbyville in 2009. Surviving are his wife Renee Warfield of Selbyville; mother Betty Neil of Deale; a daughter Donna Kerns of NC; sister Lisa Gee and her husband Butch of Deale and brother Mike Warfield and his wife Cathy of Swan Point, MD. He is also survived by several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Albert Warfield. A memorial service and celebration of Dennis’ life was held at Rausch Funeral Home in Owings, which handled arrangements. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association.

Dayton Webster, 77 Dayton M. Webster, "E-Pop," 77, a 15-year resident of Edgewater and previously of La Plata, died peacefully surrounded by his family at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Apr. 17, 2014. He was born Nov. 2, 1936 in Deale Island to the late John W. and Virginia Webster. He served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army. He was a self-employed salesman with Electrolux, where he won the Salesman of the Year award, and founded D&J Cores. Dayton enjoyed horse racing, fishing, and boxing, and staying informed of current events by watching Fox News. He was an avid Redskins fan and a friend of Bill W. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three brothers, Owen, Aubrey and Gerald Webster. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Webster of Edgewater; two children, John and his wife, Lisa Webster of Huntingtown and Penny and her husband, John Wardell, II of Arnold. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Mason and Matthew Webster, Caitlin and Halie Kellagher and Bo Wardell. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc., PO Box 5216 Glen Allen, VA 23058 or to the St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore, 2305 N. Charles Street, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21218. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements. Interment will be at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery.

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Fred Yockers, 72 Frederick Ervin “Fred” Yockers, age 72, of North Beach passed away April 21, 2014 at his residence. He was born July 26, 1941 in Leesburg, VA to Kenneth Albert and Lillie Mae (Hamilton) Yockers. Fred was raised in Virginia and attended Loudon County High School. He lived in northern Virginia until moving to North Beach in 1983. He was employed as a Union electrician, working jobs worldwide. Fred enjoyed old cars, guns, hunting, and fishing. He is survived by his sister Sandra Lee Church and husband Clayton of Inwood, WV, a niece Karen Forshee of Charlestown, WV, and nephews Alan Church of Penn Laird, VA, and David Yockers of Paeonian Springs, VA; and five greatnieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Billy Yockers. Visitation will be held Fri., May 9, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736 followed by a Life Celebration Service at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058 (online at heart.org). Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Lillian Heiner, 84 Lillian DiBacco Heiner, of Lewisburg, PA, died Tues., April 22, 2014 at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore from

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complications after surgery. She was 84. Born March 13, 1930 in Columbus, OH, she graduated from Oneonta State Teacher’s College in Oneonta, NY with her BS degree in Elementary Education. Lillian was employed as an Elementary School Teacher with the Colonie Central School System, Colonie, NY. Lillian was a kind and gentle soul; she had a loving and generous heart, and was always giving to others. . Lillian was the very best of mothers to her children and her grandchildren. She truly lived for her family and friends. She was a lifelong member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Lewisburg, PA. She actively supported the Parish Women’s Council, the Head Start Program, and the Lewisburg Area Junior League. She enjoyed gourmet cooking, Italian Soul Food, crochet, gardening and bowling. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. William Henry Heiner, whom she married August 16, 1958 and who died April 6, 1987; two brothers, Orlando and William DiBacco; and one grandson, John David Openshaw. Lillian is survived by four children, Lily Openshaw of Annapolis; William Heiner of North Beach; Mary Hankins of Billerica, MA and George Heiner of Ellicott City; two brothers, Richard and Tony DiBacco, both of Watervliet, NY; and six grandchildren, Elliana, Sophia, and Regina Openshaw of Annapolis, Nicholas and Julia Heiner of Ellicott City and Jill Heiner of North Beach. Memorial donations can be made in Lillian’s name to Partners in Care, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122 or the Heiner Education Scholarship Fund (for students intending to major in Education from Lewisburg Area High School), c/o The Green Dragon Foundation, 115 Farley Circle, Suite 306, Lewisburg, PA 17837. Kalas Funeral Home in Annapolis handled arrangements.

Save the Date for Butterfly Ceremony Calvert Hospice will host its second Memorial Butterfly Release to celebrate loved ones who passed while on hospice care over the last year. The event is scheduled for Sun., May 18, 2014 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The ceremony will be held rain or shine at the Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center located at 13480 Dowell Road in Solomons. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This event embraces and honors the connections we make in life that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end with the death of a loved one. Our hope is that this ceremony will help our patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; families with their grief and healing process,â&#x20AC;? said Brenda Laughhunn, Executive Director of Calvert Hospice. Calvert Hospice families wishing to participate may elect to purchase a butterfly in the name of their loved one. Included with their donation is a personalized acknowledgement card sent to a designated recipient. In addition, there will be music, a spoken program, and the Annmarie Gardensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; artLAB along with volunteers will provide a creative, therapeutic grief activity that is open to all ages.

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The Chesapeake Current, Bay Tripper and Cuisine are the only locally-owned and operated newspapers in our area and we’re entering our 5th year serving YOU! We’re not owned by a mega-billionaire investor in Seattle. And don’t be confused by counterfeits that “claim” they’re everything Calvert County when they’re really nothing but St. Mary’s County and their goal is to show you advertisers in St. Mary’s County to get you across the bridge to spend your money over there. The Current instead encourages you to patronize our advertisers, all of whom are right here in OUR area that provide jobs and keep our economy going strong! The Chesapeake Current supports local businesses and our communities in so many ways. The Current keeps it local and is smart. It’s easy to tell the difference. Nothing in the Current is syndicated, nothing is canned boring, junk content, and we have no fillers just to take up space. Every issue of the Current is packed with exclusive news and information that matters to you, your family and friends. There’s no other publication like us. Ads in the Current, and our sister publications, Chesapeake Current Cuisine and Chesapeake Bay Tripper, are very affordable and really work to help you grow your business or promote your event. For more info, email ads@ChesapeakeCurrent.com or call our office at (410) 231-0140.

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DUCTZ of Southern Maryland is currently taking applications for Part Time to Full Time employment. Looking for people interested in cleaning HVAC ductwork. Must have clean driving record and be able to pass a background check and drug test. Experience preferred but willing to train the right person. Contact: Dirk Thorne at (443) 964-5190.

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Partners In Care: is a community nonprofit providing supportive services to help older adults remain independent in their own homes. It operates using an innovative time-exchange program to build community. People use their time and talents to help each other accomplish the myriad tasks of everyday living. Anyone who helps out will get help back from the community when they need it. Services are non-medical and neighborly. Primary services include the Ride Partners program in which volunteer

drivers take people to their medical appointments; and the Repairs Program, in which volunteer handymen make small repairs to help people maintain their homes. In addition, volunteer opportunities are available to work in the Upscale, Resale Boutique, to help in the office, to run events, and more. Orientations for new volunteer members are held twice each month. Call (410) 544-4800 to register in advance to attend one of the 90-minute programs. Sessions will be held at 2pm on May 13, Jun. 17, and Jul. 15, and 5pm on May 15, Jun. 19, and Jul. 17, 2014. See partnersincare.org to learn more.

Pets Calvert County Humane Society

Scruff McGruff is looking for a lap to hang out on. He can go to a lap with other dogs, with cats or with kids on it. Scruff McGruff is not picky about the lap that she goes to, but she would like a lap attached to a person who is willing to accept kisses from Scruff McGruff. Do you have a lap available? 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 These lovable pets are currently available for adoption at Anne Arundel County Animal Control: Madeline She’s a domestic short hair cat, about 12 years old. She’s an altered female who is a black and brown tabby, given up for adoption by her family.

Baby Girl She’s a short hair domestic cat, altered, about eight years of age. Baby Girl is a buff tiger, and was given up for adoption.

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Anne Arundel County Animal Control is located at 411 Maxwell Frye Road Millersville, MD 21108. They offer a low cost rabies shot clinic for county residents every Thurs. from noon to 3:00 p.m. except on major holidays. The cost is $5.00 per animal vaccinated. Cash or checks only are accepted. Call Anne Arundel Animal Control at (410) 222-8900 with any questions.

CURRENT EVENTS Calvert County Farmers' Markets open this month! Tuesdays in Prince Frederick, Calvert Memorial Hospital Parking lot adjacent to Route 2/4. May 6 - Nov. 25 3:00 -7:00 p.m. Thursdays in Solomons Parking lot adjacent to the Riverwalk May 1 - Nov. 20 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fridays in North Beach 5th Street & Bay Avenue May 2 - Oct. 3 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Saturdays in Prince Frederick Calvert Fairgrounds (Barstow) May 3 - Nov. 22 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Calvert Library Special Announcement A new Online Catalog is coming May 15! Your assistance is requested May 9-14! Because the old system will go offline while transitioning to the new catalog and no one wanted to close the library that week, library staffers ask for your help. How?

• Please bring your library card to check out • Please do NOT return your library materials during the week of May 9-14 • You can come in with your materials and library card that week if you would like to renew but nothing will be due May 9-14 • No holds will be placed from holds from May 7 until the library is back online May 15 • Be patient - staﬀers will not be able to check the system to see if or where an item is available, how long the hold list is, how many books you still have out, if you owe any late fees... you get the idea So Bring your library card and check out whatever you wish, but don't return anything while the library is offline- it'll just stack up! Yes, things will be a little challenging for a week or so, but we believe you will be pleased with the result. There are some great new features coming. Want more info? Call (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862 or visit calvert.lib.md.us. Commission for Women Seeks New Members The Calvert County Commission for Women is appointed by the County Commissioners to improve opportunities for Calvert women and girls. If you care about these issues and are ready to roll up your sleeves, consider applying to become a member of the Commission for Women. They are currently looking for three new members – who must be Calvert voters and are appointed by our Board of County

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Thursday, May 1 Transitioning Workshop: The Calvert County Public Schools Special Education Department and SECAC will be hosting a transitioning from Elementary to Middle School and transitioning from Middle to High School Workshop. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Calvert Middle School, Prince Frederick.

Friday, May 2 South County Senior Center Computer Group (Anne Arundel): (SCSCCG) will hold its ninth meeting of the 2013-2014 season. The topic will be: Cloud (online/Internet) data storage and/or backup. Join fellow seniors in this open meeting and discover what they are doing with computers and digital/cyber devices. Bring a Flash/pen/jump/thumb drive to the meeting if you have one. Handouts, if any, will be digital! Just show up. 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., South County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more informa-

tion phone (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802 or visit aacounty.org/aging. 3rd Annual Purse Auction: Do your Mother’s Day shopping early! Have fun bidding on gently used purses, jewelry and accessories. 12:30 p.m. Calvert Pines Senior Center, 350 W.Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick. For more information call (410) 535-4606. Live & Silent Auction: The class baskets this year are amazing!! Legos, iPad Mini, Kindle, and more. Live auction! Want to go away? Then you want to make sure to attend for trips to North Myrtle Beach, Hawaii, and Disney Hopper passes. Credit cards & cash accepted. 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. Windy Hill Elementary School, Owings. Please send any questions, donations, or inquiries to whesauction@comcast.net.

Sat., May 3 & Sun., May 4 Gardening Supplies: The Chesapeake Garden Club is holding a Plant Sale and Yard Sale of gardening supplies at Friendship Antiques and Vintage Collectibles (across from the Magnolia Gift Store), 3 West Friendship Rd., Friendship. Sat. from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sun. from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For info visit chesapeakegardenclubofcalvertcounty.org.

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CURRENT EVENTS Saturday, May 3 Birdwalk: Learn the skills of identifying birds by sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Not appropriate for children younger than 12. Free with $6.00 per vehicle admission. Call (410) 741-9330 to register. First Sat. each month; 8:00 11:00 a.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. Visit jugbay.org for directions or more info. Back to the Beach XII: Custom car, truck and motorcycle show. Trophies, food, refreshments, DJ. Grounds open at 9:00 a.m. for pre-registered show cars. Vehicle registration at day of show is $20.00. Grounds open for general admission at 10:00 a.m. Adults $5.00; children 12 & under free. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Mayo Beach Park, 4150 Honeysuckle Road, Mayo. Rain Date: Sun., May 4. For directions or more information call (443) 510-5420.

amplifiers and electronic sound modules. Each box emits a sound at a specific interval; the sound composition begins when the sun rises and ends when the sun falls. Using solar power allows the composition to vary infinitely depending on the clouds, the amount of sun, and the shadows of the spectator. This is a special art installation from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. For more info, call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org.

tally healthier from non-profit groups, students, and local vendors. This is a free event at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. To learn more, call (410) 326-4640.

Sunday, May 4 Tremendous Toads: Did you know that a single toad can eat 1000 bugs a day? Join Sanctuary Naturalist Lindsay Hollister to learn all about toads, and visit with live toads, too! Bring toads into your yard by making and taking a toad abode of your own! All ages welcome. All materials provided. Fee: $10 per toad abode. Make checks payable to Friends of Jug Bay. Call (410) 741-9330 to register. 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. Visit jugbay.org for directions or more info.

Praise-N-Thunder DC Homeless Outreach: Meet at 11:00 a.m. in the main building kitchen to make lunches and travel to DC. Leave the church at noon and return by 3:00 p.m. Donations needed: men/women's clothes, socks and shoes, travel size toiletries, coats and hats. Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd. Contact: Tim Duelley. Email: pnt@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org. Honeybees: One-third of everything we eat is dependent upon the honeybee for Art’s in Bloom! A group show celebrat- pollination. Rick Derrick, and his wife, ing the passing of winter and the welcom- Betsy have run Free State Bees, one of the ing warmth of spring. Through paintings, largest bee-keeping businesses in Maryjewelry, ceramics, sculpture, photographs, land, for years. Rick will talk about fiber art, and other interesting, creative, honeybee biology and threats to the wild and unique works of art; all produced by bee population. 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Carrie local artists, the show blossoms with Weedon Science Center, 911 Galesville color, spirit, and awakening. Opening Rd., Galesville. Call (410) 222-1625 for reception starting at 1:00 p.m. – it’s free! directions and more info see If you can’t make the reception, come by carrieweedon.org/speakers.htm any other time during normal business hours, the show will be up thru May Monday, May 5 26th. Hours: Thu. - Mon, 12:00 – 7:00 p.m. (410) 286-5278 or visit: Genealogy Club: “12 Sons Named artworksat7th.com. George” presented by Nancy Lauer at

Grand Reopening of the Calvert Marine Museum: Celebrate Southern Maryland heritage at the ninth annual Solomons Maritime Festival. Antique boats and motors, master maritime carvers, crafts and cooking demonstrations, traditional music, and boat rides offer something for every member of your family from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission to the festival and the re-opening of the museum is free! For more information, please call Sherry Reid at (410) 326-2042 x 19, or visit Galesville Community Square Dance calvertmarinemuseum.com. Party: Square (+ more) Dance & Potluck Dinner. Live traditional AppalaWomen on the Water: Tap into the chian music by Leah Weiss (fiddle), Gary serenity offered by local wetlands with a Wright (guitar), & Friends. Sit-ins leisurely canoe trip up the Patuxent River. welcome on fiddle, guitar, and clawhamLook for wildlife and emerging spring mer banjo. Squares, longways set, and plants, then pause for a gourmet lunch. circle dances called by Janine Smith. No The day will conclude with a relaxing partner, experience, or lessons necessary. yoga session. $30 fee includes gourmet Yes, YOU can do it! All ages welcome. lunch, park admission, and all canoe Adults: $10, Ages 5-17 years $5, Under 5 equipment. Bring water, sunscreen, and free. Galesville Memorial Hall, 952 shoes that can get wet. No experience Galesville Road, Galesville. Potluck necessary. Call (410) 741-9330 to Dinner (Optional) 5:45-7:00 p.m., register. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Jug Bay Family-Friendly Dancing 7:00 p.m., and Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. Visit More Challenging Dancing 8:30 – 10:00 jugbay.org for directions or more info. p.m. Proceeds go to the West River Improvement Association (WRIA) a Sun Boxes: This one-time event will 501(c)3 nonprofit. Call (301)926-9142 feature artist Craig Colorusso’s signature for more info/questions or visit Sun Boxes, a sound installation consisting communitysquaredance.wordpress.com of twenty speakers powered by solar panels. Sun Boxes are an experiment in Green Expo: Learn how to make your sound and solar energy. Sun boxes are life - and your community - environmenequipped with solar panels, speakers,

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ern Maryland, Bdg. A, Room 204, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. For information and to register, visit csmd.edu/communityeducation/, (301) 539-4760 or conedops@csmd.edu.

Wednesday, May 7 Food Issues in Southern Maryland: Join the discussion and meet other people interested in diverse food-related issues at an evening of lively discussion hosted by the Southern Maryland Food Council. The free event from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. will be held at the Waldorf Jaycees building, 3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf. Register online at the 'News and Announcements' page at smadc.com. For more info, go to somdfoodcouncil.com, email info@somdfoodcouncil.com, or call SMADC Staff at (301) 274-1924 x1.

Thursday, May 8 Sea Squirts - Bay Animals: Free drop-in program from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. for toddlers 18 months to three years and their caregivers. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. For more info visit calvertmarine museum.com.

Summer Class Registration: begins for classes starting Jul. 7. Registration forms will be accepted at the Center through Jun. 20 for Anne Arundel County residents. South County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more information call or (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802 or visit 12:30 p.m. at the South County Senior aacounty.org/aging. Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more info call or (410) 222-1927 or Friday, May 9 (410) 798-4802 or visit aacounty.org/aging. 4th Annual OLSS Seahawk Scramble Golf Tournament: $85 per player Red Cross Blood Drive: Dunkirk includes: green fees, cart, finishing place Baptist Church from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. prizes, door prizes, food, and beverages Stop by the church or call (800) RED- (cash bar for alcohol available). ChesaCROSS to give your life-saving donation. peake Hills Golf Course, 11352 HG Visit dunkirkbaptistchurch.org for more Trueman Rd, Lusby. Registration opens information. at 8:00 a.m. and start time is 9:00 a.m. On line registration also available at Tue., May 6 thru Thu., May 8 seahawkscramble.com. Mobile Phone Photography: Instructor Guy Stephens, former president of the Calvert County Photographers Club, will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones as cameras and how mobile phones are changing camera technology. Students will investigate different types of apps and will add to their mobile phone photography abilities. $59. 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., College of South-

Saturday, May 10 Huge Yard Sale: At the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Have stuff to sell? To reserve a table, please contact Diana (410) 231-1775. Tables are available for $15 ea./$25 for two (must be reserved in advance, for additional tables check with Diana).

CURRENT EVENTS Chesapeake Beach Garden Club: Annual Plant and Yard Sale will have a variety of plants and flowers from which to choose, as well as “gently used” yard sale items. So bring your friends and neighbors for an enjoyable day. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Ave., Chesapeake Beach. 7th Annual Calvert Arts Festival: Sample the best Patuxent Wine Trail wines ($15 fee) with souvenir tasting glass. Save money; reserve your wine glass at brownpapertickets.com/event/428158. Age verified for wine tasting by picture ID at festival. No admission fee to shop with outstanding local juried artisans. Delicious food, live entertainment, children’s crafts, raffles and more. Tour the historic 1692 church and labyrinth. Proceeds benefit parish and community projects. Plenty of free parking. Rain or shine! 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at All Saints' Episcopal Church, Rts. 2 & 4, Sunderland. Calvert Marine Museum Bugeye Ball: Experience the era of the riverboat. Enjoy great food, live entertainment, gaming tables, elegant décor and many other surprises. Tickets are $150 per person. Enter the raffle and win a trip to Tuscany for seven days in a private villa and receive $2,500 toward airfare. Raffle tickets are $75 each or two for $100. Purchase tickets on the museum website: calvertmarinemuseum.com.

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Solomons. Preregistration required. Call (410) 326-2042, ext. 41. Mother’s Day Evening Cruise: A perfect ending to Mom’s special day aboard the Wm. B. Tennison from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Enjoy delectable hors d’ oeuvres. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Preregistration required. Call (410) 326-2042, ext. 41.

Candidates For AA County Executive To Debate What: Debate between incumbent Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman [R] and Anne Arundel County Del. Steven Schuh [R], District 31.

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When: Monday, May 12 at 8:00 Put Pain in its Place: This program p.m.. focuses on osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. Throughout the hour-long program, participants will learn how to manage arthritis pain, strategies they can use to prevent or relieve arthritis pain, and inspiring them to take action and to build their life around wellness and not illness. 1:00 p.m. South County (Anne Arundel) Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more info call or (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802 or visit aacounty.org/aging.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman.

Have a question for the candidates? Submit it to sgunn@capgaznews.com or call (410) 280-5951. Please put "debate" in the subject field of emails and say you read about it in the Chesapeake Current. Planning to attend? Admission is free. No tickets are needed.

Tuesday, May 13

Del. Steve Schuh.

Davidsonville Dance Club: For experienced dance couples looking for variety. At 6:45 p.m.: Waltz II and at 7:45 p.m.: Quickstep II for eight weeks. Professional Instructor. $65 plus $10 membership fee for the year 2014. (410) 798-4789.

Wednesday, May 14 Ice Cream Social: Bring your $2.00 for a delicious ice cream sundae, proceeds benefitting Canine Companions for Independence. “Project Natale Jazz Band” returns to entertain. They always present a good program, don’t miss out! Starting at 12:00 p.m. South County (Anne Arundel) Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more info call or (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802 or visit aacounty.org/aging.

Thyme for Mom: Spend quality time with your mom this Mother’s Day. Hike, bird watch, and enjoy the great outdoors together at Jug Bay. Be sure to stop in the visitor center during your visit to make and take your own pot of thyme. All ages. All materials provided. Fee $3 per plant. Max: 30 participants. 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Jug Bay Wetlands Thursday, May 15 Sanctuary, Lothian. Visit jugbay.org for directions or more info. Sea Squirts: Free drop-in program for children age 18 months to 3 years and Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise: What their caregivers with special guest Shanbetter way to say ‘You’re Special’ than a non Brauner of Creative Dance. relaxing cruise and brunch aboard the Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Wm. B. Tennison from 11:30 a.m. – For more information visit: 1:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, calvertmarinemuseum.com.

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