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Late Breaking News Anne Arundel Bill Signed Governor Larry Hogan on May 10 signed Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh’s legislation to help clean up our waterways by allowing the County to create Special Community Benefit Districts (SCBDs) to provide or expand water and sewer service. “Allowing communities and businesses to move off septic is crucial to ensuring cleaner waterways,” said Schuh. “This legislation will allow our neighborhoods and business community to improve the environment in our county, and I thank the Governor and the Delegation for their support in our efforts.” Previously, the law allowed for communities to create SCBDs only for property maintenance (parking lots, beaches, roads, wetlands, playgrounds), purchase of property, and community recreational activities. The failure of septic systems can pose a risk to the environment and waterways around the state. When not properly sited or maintained, these systems can cause contamination of surface and groundwater resources, which leads to public health and pollution problems. Allowing communities and small businesses to reduce the number of septic systems will reduce the likelihood of such environmental problems. House Bill 602 was part of a legislative package that the County Executive presented to the Anne Arundel County Delegation in January 2016.
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Calvert Budget Includes Tax Hikes As Calvert County faces a mounting shortfall in the Fiscal Year 2017 budget now under consideration, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is proposing modest increases in the county income tax rate and property tax rate. If approved, the real property tax increase would take effect July 1, 2016; the income tax increase will take effect Jan. 1, 2017. The proposal calls for increasing the local income tax rate from 2.8 percent to 3 percent. This would mark the first income tax rate increase in 13 years or since Jan. 2004. The new 3 percent rate would place Calvert County near the state average, and in line regionally with Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Local income tax is collected on the state income tax return. The BOCC’s property tax proposal would increase the rate from .892 to .952 per one hundred dollars of assessed value. Real property taxes have not been raised in Calvert County since 1987 or 29 years. Under the new rate, Calvert County’s real property taxes would be the 9th lowest among Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. Property tax bills are prepared by the County and are based on property assessments determined by the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation. “Ultimately, the role of the Board of County Commissioners is to ensure the best services are provided to the citizens while taking from them as little money as possible,” said Commissioners’ President Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr. “This is a delicate balancing act. We believe these modest tax increases will support much-needed services while placing a minimal burden on county taxpayers.” The tax proposals come on the heels of a prolonged national economic downturn. The county prepared for the downturn and continued to budget conservatively. Calvert County Government cut operating budgets for several years, postponed needed purchases and held the line on hiring new employees through a soft hiring freeze. Statewide, counties also absorbed a 90 percent cut in
state highway user revenues which, for Calvert County, was and continues to be a loss of approximately $5.2 million annually. Additionally, there has been a phased-in shift of school system employee retirement benefit costs from the state to the counties which will reach approximately $5.3 million dollars for Calvert County in Fiscal Year 2017. In response to these challenges, Calvert County Government instituted a new budgeting analysis to ensure operational efficiency. This analysis revealed that 99 percent of the county’s expenditures were mandated or mission-critical. “While the prospect of raising taxes is not pleasing, it will help avoid further use of county reserve funds to support county services.” Commissioner Slaughenhoupt said. “This proposal, supported by the plurality of the board, will go far in protecting the county’s strong bond ratings which are essential to lower borrowing costs. Increased funding will also allow us to add some long-overdue staffing changes to address needs such as in senior services, technology services and the agriculture community.” “During the economic downturn the county also put on hold many needed infrastructure upgrades or replacements, and in such cases the situation has become intolerable,” said Commissioners’ Vice President Tom Hejl. “This is in addition to the roadway maintenance that had to be deferred due to the state's reduction of funds.” The county looks forward to additional tax revenue from the Dominion Cove Point LNG liquefaction project. However, revenue from the expansion will not be available until Fiscal Year 2018. A majority of the revenue anticipated will be used to fund public schools retiree, as well as, Calvert County Government retiree health benefits, known as other post-employment benefits or OPEB, and to fund operational expenditures that have been deferred. The BOCC will present its Fiscal Year 2017 budget proposal at a public hearing Tues., May 24, at 7:00 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center in Prince Frederick.
County Adopts Sidewalk Policy Calvert County is establishing a policy on sidewalks that provides consistent regulations to implement responsibilities and procedures for the maintenance, repair and construction of sidewalks along County and State Roads. The Department of Public Works presented the Sidewalk Policy during a work session on Feb. 2, and it was approved at the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting May 3. The policy addresses existing and new sidewalks in Town Centers (except the separate municipalities of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach) and newly developing areas, including commercial properties and residential subdivisions within the unincorporated limits of the County. The policy states that the Property Owners will be responsible for sidewalks adjacent to their properties for snow removal and repairs to sidewalks that have settled or are damaged by their own cause, with the exception of any sidewalks covered by easements and agreements with the County, making it a County responsibility. County responsibilities include repair of damages caused by snow removal, street trees, settlement, cracking and County construction operations. The policy in its entirety will be available
on the county’s web site. In response to direction from the Board received during the work session, Public Works has revised the Policy to include an extension of time for snow removal by property owners. The revised policy gives twenty four (24) hours for snow removal following a typical snow event up to four inches of accumulation and 72-hours following a significant snow event over four inches of accumulation including the blizzard conditions declared as an emergency by the Board of County Commissioners. The approximate cost for snow removal on Calvert County’s approximately eight miles of sidewalks out of a total of twenty five (25) miles which will be a County responsibility may run in the range of $ 4,000 to $9,000 per mile depending on the snow accumulation. This includes the cost of salt, equipment and manpower. In addition, the one-time fixed cost to purchase two pieces of equipment similar to one used by Buildings and Grounds will cost $ 44,000. It is suggested the funding come out of the snow removal budget for the FY17, and then based on the experience of next winter, an allocation can be made in the future budget years.
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Early Detection Can Make Big Difference
How can you make sure you stay healthy? Make May 14 your “Check-up Day!” at the 3rd Women’s Health Expo in Calvert County. The event will feature a symposium on the new screening guidelines to detect breast cancer and a host of free health and wellness services from a variety of professionals. Women who attend the expo will be able to participate in screenings for blood pressure, osteoporosis, skin cancer, hearing, and dental care as well a variety of demonstrations that can lead to a healthy lifestyle. The Health Expo is sponsored by the Calvert County Commission for Women, Calvert Memorial Hospital, Calvert County Health Department and College of Southern Maryland. Bring the whole family or a friend for “Check-Up Day” that includes fun and prizes. This event will cater to all women of Calvert County. Get there early because the first speaker of the day is Calvert County Public Health Officer Dr. Larry Polsky who will speak about the local threat of the ZIKA Virus, which is of great concern to pregnant women and those considering getting pregnant in the future. He will speak shortly after the opening, at 9:00 a.m. Other speakers will include Karen Mohn, CMH Registered Dietitian from 9:15 - 9:45 a.m. on the topic: “Food Becomes You.” Another featured speaker: is Suzanne G. Haynes, Ph.D., the Senior Science Advisor at the Office on Women’s Health U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Her topic is: “The New Breast Cancer
The 3rd Women’s Health Expo will be Sat. May 14 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 pm at the College of Southern Maryland, 115 J.W. Williams Rd, Building B, Prince Frederick. It’s free and everyone is invited – guys, too!
Calvert Women’s Center Welcomes Ranette Marshall, DO, FACOOG Dr. Marshall specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a special interest in menopausal and postmenopausal issues, normal and moderate risk pregnancies, and all women’s gynecological and intimate health issues.
Screening Guidelines” from 11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. While at the Health Expo, also check out these important areas and information booths: • Food Demos • Education Displays • Dental Screenings • Healthy Eating Demonstrations • Exercise Demonstrations • Blood Pressure Screenings • Breast Exams • Osteoporosis • Fitness Demo • Skin Cancer Screenings • Hearing Screenings • Cholesterol/Glucose • Body Fat Screenings • Vein Screenings This event is free and open to everyone. We’ll see you there!
She joins Dr. Aparajita Mahata and Dr. Mitra Nassiraee in providing comprehensive care for women of all ages.
About the Author: Annette Jones Funn is retired from the US Food and Drug Administration and is active in many local groups. A former long-time resident of Chesapeake Beach, she and her husband Malcolm recently moved to Solomons.
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Students, Teacher Honored at Maryland History Day Four students from Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) advanced to the National History Day Contest after competing at Maryland History Day on May 7. These students conducted research and completed projects based on the 2016 theme of Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History. The students advancing to the Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest held in College Park, June 12-16 are: - Parker Nickels – Northern Middle School, Individual Exhibit; - Tyler Cassidy and Edward Williams – Plum Point Middle, Group Exhibit; and - Brian Holt – Huntingtown High School, Individual Website. In addition to the student honorees, Adam Muffley, teacher at Plum Point Middle School, received the Calvert County History Day Teacher of the Year award. Supervisor of Social Studies
Rebecca Bowen spoke highly of Mr. Muffley, saying, “He is a dynamic teacher who truly brings history to life in the classroom. From his engaging lessons to his extensive content knowledge, Adam provides a rich and rigorous social studies experience for all of his students.” Maryland History Day is the culmination of a yearlong educational program sponsored by the Maryland Humanities Council and affiliated with National History Day, which was created to inspire students to conduct original historical research. After selecting a historical topic that relates to an annual theme, students conduct extensive research by using libraries, archives, museums and oral history interviews. They analyze and interpret their findings, draw conclusions about their topics' significance in history and create final projects that present their work.
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Local Jouster Wins Award The Maryland Horse Industry Board, a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture, awarded its April Touch of Class Award to four jousting champions, one locally. Buck Schuyler from Henderson (Caroline County), who won the title of the National Jousting Association’s Hall of Fame champion, and three other Marylanders who are reigning national jousting champions - Michael Virts (Frederick County), Mikayla Miller (Calvert County) and Vincent Reinhold (Caroline County) -- were honored during the Maryland Jousting Association’s annual meeting on April 23 at St. Margaret’s Church in Annapolis. The award is presented monthly by the Maryland Horse Industry Board to honor Maryland horses and people who achieve national and international recognition. The award is named after the Maryland-bred mare Touch of Class, who won two show jumping gold medals at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Miller, who is a senior at Calvert High School in Prince Frederick, won the Semi-Professional class at Petersville with her mount, Tyke. It was Miller’s third state and second national title. She will attend Bridgewater College in Virginia next year, majoring in biology and equine studies. The award was presented by Vicki Betts, president of the Maryland Jousting Association and Ross Peddicord, executive director of the Maryland Horse Industry Board. “Jousting is not only our official state sport,
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From left: MD Jousting Association President Vicki Betts; award winner Mikayla Miller; and Horse Board Executive Director Ross Peddicord. Also honored but not pictured were Buck Schuyler, Michael Virts and Vincent Reinhold.
but along with steeplechasing and interscholastic polo, it is an equestrian discipline where, year after year, Marylanders dominate in national competition,” Peddicord said. “We are a powerhouse in many equine sports, but particularly in these areas.” The Horse Board started the Touch of Class program in September, 2011. Since then the Board has honored more than 100 Marylanders and their horses in 26 equestrian disciplines, all national and international champions. For more information about the Touch of Class Award and the Horse Industry Board, contact Ross Peddicord at ross.peddicord@maryland.gov or 410-841-5798.
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Redesigned ID’s Discourage Counterfeiting To safeguard personal information and protect against identity theft and fraud, Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) and numerous state officials have unveiled the state’s new secure driver’s license and identification (ID) card. The new cards feature multiple layers of security to help prevent identity theft and fraud and are one of the most secure products in the nation.Examples of the cutting-edge security features include: • Polycarbonate card body - more durable and tamper-resistant; • Laser engraving - maximum protection against forgery; • Changeable laser image -\- allows two or more images to occupy the same area; • Tactile text - raised print making it difficult to tamper; and • Inventory control number -- a unique number and barcode to verify that the card was issued to the cardholder. The new cards meet all state and federal standards and are REAL ID compliant, consistent with the current cards issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). Additionally, Veterans now have the opportunity to have the VETERAN designation appear on the front of their license or ID card. This is long overdue recognition for the dedicated men and women who bravely serve, and have served, the nation. “I know first-hand how proud Maryland Veterans will be to finally have the Veteran designation on the front of the new secure card,” said Veterans Affairs Secretary Owings, of Owings. “I want to thank the Department of Transportation for putting this important designation out front for those who have protected this nation, out front!” To further enhance safety and security, all new products will be printed and mailed from a high-security MVA facility. A similar central mailing process is used to deliver U.S. Passports, credit cards and other important documents. Currently, 40 percent of all Maryland driver’s licenses and identification cards are mailed from a central MVA location. Printing and mailing cards from a central location enhances security by limiting access to card materials, equipment and personal information. More than 30 other states currently mail their driver’s licenses and ID cards to customers. Customers will receive their new cards in the U.S. mail within 7 to 10 business days. The MVA also offers the option to receive cards the next day through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). Because customers will receive their new card in the mail, officials strongly encourage Marylanders to ensure their correct address is on file at the MVA, which is consistent with Maryland law. The USPS does not forward MVA mail. Customers who need to update their address, should visit www.mva.maryland.gov and type
“address change” in the search box. MVA will begin issuing the new cards for all learner’s permits and new ID cards, and for licenses/ID cards renewed via web, kiosk and U.S. mail starting June 20. Beginning July 11, everyone applying for a new driver’s license, learner’s permit or ID card will receive the new, more secure card. If a customer’s current license or ID is valid and not up for renewal, there is nothing they need to do until it’s time to renew. After July 11, customers applying for the new driver’s license, learner’s permit or ID card will still visit an MVA office and go through the following steps: • Bring any required documents; • Take any tests required; • Have photo taken; and • Pay at that office. At the end of the application process, customers will keep their existing card (if they have one) and receive an interim document receipt, which is valid for 30 days. Customers will then receive their new card in the mail within 7-10 business days. State residents can also renew their driver’s license or ID card via web, kiosk and mail. If they choose any of these methods, there is no change to the current process. Whether at an MVA office or online, customers should keep their old card and receipt until their new secure card arrives in the mail within 7-10 business days. Once the new card arrives, customers are strongly encouraged to destroy their old card – just as they would an old credit card when the new one arrives in the mail. The new cards proudly feature iconic Maryland symbols, including the Chesapeake blue crab, Oriole bird and the State House. Maryland’s driver’s license was last updated in 2003, and the old technology is vulnerable to counterfeiting and fraud. To learn more about the new driver’s licenses and ID cards, visit the MVA website at mva.maryland.gov.
Local Man Drowns The victim of a drowning in Gambrills, MD has been identified by Anne Arundel County Police as a local resident. The man has been identified as 32-year-old Jeremy Jerome Spriggs of Chesapeake Beach. Anne Arundel Police say Spriggs was seen floating facedown in the pond behind Grotto
Pizza on Brandermill Boulevard in Gambrills. Police say they believe the individual entered a water retention pond under his own power but they are still investigating as to the circumstances why. Divers removed his body from the pond behind the Waugh Chapel stores.
Sheriff’s Office Receives Honor The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has recognized the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for its participation in the Recreational Boating Safety Visitation Program. Each year the Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Drum Point Flotilla place their boxes containing pamphlets in establishments throughout Calvert
County. The program is designed to promote recreational boating safety on the waters in our area. It provides the boating public with safety information, up-to-date Federal, State and Local requirements and schedules for local Boating Safety Courses and Vessel Safety Check stations that are offered by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Pictured are Bill Smith, John Cosgrove, Lt. Brent Parrott, Connie Cosgrove and Ray Feller with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Two Seriously Hurt in Bridge Accident On Apr. 29, at approximately 12:38 p.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police responded to the Thomas Johnson Bridge for the report of a serious motor vehicle crash. On arrival, units determined a 2009 Dodge Ram Truck was traveling north on the Thomas Johnson Bridge when a 2010 Mercury Mariner traveling South crossed the double yellow center line striking the Dodge truck in a head on collision. Both vehicles came to final rest in the northbound lane. The operator of the Mercury Mariner was identified as Robert E. Bolan, a 47-year-old man from Summit, NJ. Bolan sustained critical injuries as a result of the crash and was flown to R. Adams Cowley Shock
Trauma Center at the University Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, where he is listed in critical condition. The operator of the Dodge truck was identified as Steven Smethurst, a 41year-old of Solomons. Smethurst was transported via ambulance to Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital. Due to the severity of the injuries, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Team responded to the Bridge and conducted their investigation. At this time, driver error, speed and impairment are being investigated as contributing circumstances which led to the cause of the crash. Anyone with information may contact Sgt. Selkirk of the Crash reconstruction team at (410) 535-2800 or selkirrc@co.cal.md.us.
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports Suspicious Vehicles On Apr. 29 at about 1:20 a.m., Deputy R. Weems responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Spruce St. in Lusby. Investigation revealed multiple 9mm shell casings in the area of Thunderbird Dr. and Poplar Ct. No further information was discovered at that time.
On May 2, Deputy G. Gott conducted a traffic stop on MD Rt. 2 and Old Solomons Rd., Owings. The driver, Philip R. Kent, 59, of Huntingtown, was charged with CDS possession-not marijuana (oxycodone) in sufficient quantity to indicate an intent to distribute and CDS paraphernalia (straw). The passenger, Ronald C. Ward, 60, of Churchton, was charged with Later, at 2:15 a.m., deputies responded to a CDS possession-not marijuana (oxycodone) and residence on Pawnee Lane in Lusby to assist a CDS paraphernalia (straw). motorist. After speaking with the complainant, it was revealed that the vehicle had been shot at earlier A report of a possible drug transaction at the 7-11 in the night. Further investigation revealed that a store on Hallowing Pt. Rd., Prince Frederick was verbal altercation took place at Buckets Sports Bar resounded to on May 2 by Corporal R. Wilson. on Rousby Hall Rd. in Lusby, between the suspect Bonnie L. Anderson, 24, of Prince Frederick, was Dominick Mackall, 27, of Lusby and the victim. arrested for driving on a suspended license, CDS Both parties fled the scene following each other in possession-not marijuana (Xanax), (oxycodone) their vehicles. It was determined that the suspect and (methadone) in sufficient quantity to indicate had shot at the victim’s car also striking the victim. an intent to distribute. Additional damage was done to a nearby home and vehicle. During interviews with involved parties, it On Apr. 29, Deputy R. Kreps responded to 5th St. was determined that Mackall had barricaded in North Beach, in reference to a suspicious himself in the Pawnee Lane residence. He was person(s) banging on a residence door. Upon ultimately apprehended and subsequently taken to arrival at the residence, Deputy Kreps immediately the Calvert County Detention Center. detected a strong odor of both raw and burnt marijuana. Steven Marlowe answered the door and A suspicious vehicle complaint with possible drug a plastic baggie was sticking out of his right rear activity was reported on 27th St., Chesapeake pants pocket and two subjects were sitting on the Beach on May 4. DFC D. Gatton responded and couch. Steven C. Marlowe, 29, of North Beach, when he approached the vehicle, a strong smell of was arrested and transported to the CCDC for marijuana was present and the driver, later CDS possession with intent to distribute marijuana identified as Bryan D. Rawlings, 20, of Owings, and CDS possession marijuana greater than 10 was observed to be shoving something into his grams. pants. Rawlings was placed under arrest, charged with CDS possession-not marijuana (cocaine), and Deputy J. Livingston observed a driver and right transported to the Calvert County Detention rear passenger throwing cigarettes out of a vehicle Center. and onto Rt. 4 on Apr. 26. It was also observed that the middle brake light was out. A traffic stop was Deputy B. Pounsberry observed a vehicle on Apr. performed south on Solomons Island Rd., in front 26 without a front license plate on Paris Oak Rd., of the Green Turtle in Prince Frederick. The rear Owings. David L. Ward, Jr., 42, of North Beach passenger of the vehicle, later identified as Nelson was arrested for driving with a suspended license T. Cotner, 26, of Lusby had a syringe with heroin and CDS possession-not marijuana (Vyvanse) and in his front right coat pocket. Mr. Cotner was transported to the CCDC. charged with a criminal citation, CDS possession paraphernalia (syringe) and released. CDS Violations DFC. R. Cress was on routine patrol in Chesapeake Burglaries Beach on May 3 when he observed a vehicle that On Apr. 30, Deputy J. Denton responded to appeared to be traveling at a high rate of speed. Double Tree Lane, Lusby for a report of a burglary. DFC. Cress was unable to make an immediate The victim stated that sometime between Apr. 21 U-turn so he radioed DFC. Fox. DFC. Fox located in the morning hours and Apr. 30 at 10:19 a.m., an the vehicle on Bayside Rd. to the area of the unknown suspect(s) broke the glass out of the entrance to the Navy Research Laboratory and window to the side of the garage, entered through conducted the traffic stop. DFC. Cress arrived and the window and stole a green 2008 Kawasaki identified the driver as Eric F. Ramey, 58, of Prince motorcycle. Frederick. While DFC. Cress was issuing the appropriate warning citation, DFC Jacobs The report of a burglary on Overlook Ct., Dunkirk conducted a canine scan of the exterior of the was responded to on Apr. 26 by Deputy P. Aurich. vehicle with his canine partner and a positive alert The victim reported that sometime during the to the vehicle was indicated. Mr. Ramey was night of Apr. 25 and 26, an unknown suspect(s) charged with CDS possession-not marijuana pried the padlock and hasp off of the back yard (oxycodone) and CDS paraphernalia (paper) shed. The victim discovered that two Craftsman
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rototillers and a Craftsman power washer had been taken. The victim also noticed that two chain saws, a Stihl leaf blower and a Stihl weed eater had been taken from the attached garage. A garage door twin exterior motion light had been hit with an unknown object and dislodged from the wall rendering it inoperable to conceal the suspect’s movements. Deputy P. Aurich responded on Apr. 26 to Rivershore Dr., Dunkirk, for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that sometime between 7:30 p.m. on Apr. 25 and 12:30 a.m. on Apr. 26, an unknown suspect(s) broke the lock to the back yard shed and removed a Toro push mower, a Stihl leaf blower and a Stihl weed eater. Thefts On May 3, DFC. S. Esposito met with a victim at the Calvert County Sheriff’s office for a report of a theft. Sometime between May 1, 10:00 p.m. and May 2, 7:00 a.m., an unknown suspect(s) stole the rear license plate off of the victim’s vehicle on Claggett Road, Sunderland. A victim reported on May 2 to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office that an unknown suspect(s) stole their front license plate on W. Chesapeake Beach Road, Owings. Also on May 2, a victim reported to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office that an unknown suspect(s) stole their rear license plate on Berry Drive, in Lusby.
Maryland State Police Reports CDS Violations Trooper First Class Barlow and Trooper Backus stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on May 3 at 9:00 a.m. on Coster Road, Lusby. The odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. Deontre Pierre Hawkins, 25 of Lusby, was placed under arrest. A search incident to arrest was completed and cocaine and oxycodone were also reportedly located in amounts indicating intent to distribute. Hawkins was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A vehicle was stopped for traffic violations on Cedarwood Dr., Dunkirk at 9:50 a.m. by Trooper Megelick on Apr. 26. Richard W. Ellis, 39 of Huntingtown was arrested for driving on a suspended license. During the arrest, two cotton balls with heroin residue were observed on the driver’s side floor. Ellis was additionally charged with possession of heroin. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Thefts On May 8 at 4:53 p.m., Trooper First Class Barlow and Trooper Backus responded to the 11700 block of HG Trueman Rd. for a reported theft. The victim reported Michael E. Swearingen, 24, of Lusby was observed leaving the store without paying for several PSP games. Swearingen attempted to return the games later stating they did not work properly. When confronted about removing the games without paying for them, he offered to make payment at that time to avoid arrest. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A reported theft in the 1600 block of Cypress Rd., St. Leonard was responded to on May 6 at 3:27 p.m. by Trooper Kaitz. The victim reported a diamond ring was missing from where it was placed inside the home. RAPID pawn database will be checked to verify if the ring has been pawned. Thefts from Motor Vehicle Trooper First Class Casarella responded to the 100 block of Cove Point Rd., Lusby at 4:09 p.m. on Apr. 27 for a theft from a motor vehicle. The victim advised money was taken from a wallet inside the vehicle. A suspect has been developed. At 4:34 p.m. on Apr. 26, Trooper Jones responded to a business on Church St., Prince Frederick for a reported theft. The victim reported money had been removed from a purse inside her unlocked vehicle.
Teens Arrested for Stealing Rental Car On Mon. May 9 at 12:14 a.m., Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Williamson attempted to make a traffic stop on a 2003 Volvo with Virginia plates in the area of northbound MD Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd. for speeding. The vehicle failed to stop and a pursuit was initiated heading into the Dunkirk area. Crime Suppression Team units were occupying the intersection of MD Rt. 4 and Ward Rd which forced the Volvo to make a U-turn and head southbound on Rt. 4. Dep. Williamson and Sgt. Hollinger pursued the vehicle as it fled onto Mt. Harmony Rd. The vehicle went off road and travelled across a field on the north side of Mt. Harmony Road across from the ball fields of Mt Harmony Elementary School. When the vehicle could not go any further, the two occupants bailed out and fled on foot into a nearby wooded area. The vehicle continued travelling unoccupied until it came to rest in a wooded area.
A perimeter was established, a State Police unit responded and DFC Burggraff and his K-9 partner began a track the culprits but did not locate them. A registration check revealed that the Volvo was a stolen rental car out of Anne Arundel County. The vehicle had been reported stolen on April 29. At approximately 1:21 a.m. Dep. Trigg observed a white male walking on the shoulder of Mt. Harmony Rd. The 14-year-old juvenile male subject admitted to being the passenger of the stolen Volvo and identified the alleged 15-year-old juvenile driver whom fled from Sheriff’s Office personnel. DFC Hawkins responded to the Sheriff’s Office to interview the juvenile passenger. The juvenile was charged on a Youth Report and released into the care of his stepmother. Investigation continues into the identity and whereabouts of the other juvenile.
Fallen Heroes Join local EMS and Volunteer Firefighters in a remembrance ceremony honoring our fallen heroes on Sat., May 21 at 10:00 a.m. The event will be held at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens
located at 3270 Broomes Island Rd. Port Republic, MD 20676. Light refreshments will follow. Direct all inquiries to (410) 257-0544. Online: chesapeakehighlands.com.
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Can You Help Solve This Crime? Sometime between Mar. 28 and Apr. 1, an unknown suspect(s) broke into a white Ford club wagon van and stole $3,200 cash from a plastic clipboard binder. The victim had been working in the tri-county area so a location is unknown. DFC. Mudd has been assigned this investigation, and requests any person with information related to this crime to contact him. DFC. Mudd can be contacted via phone at (410) 535-1600 ext. 2469 or via e-mail at muddmj@co.cal.md.us. If you would
like to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Solvers at (410) 535-2880. A cash reward of $500 is being offered by the victim for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for stealing the money. In addition to the reward offered by the victim, Calvert County Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person(s) responsible for committing this crime.
Law Officers Honored The Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County has recognized the dedication of the many men and women who serve in the Maryland State Police Barrack "U" and the county sheriff’s office. In a proclamation presented at their May 10 meeting, the BOCC thanked them for performance of their duties, serving their communities, knowing
the dangers and challenges each day. They were praised for protecting and serving the public with pride and dignity on the front line to provide a crime-free environment that is all too often threatened by the insidious fear caused by violence. May 10 was Peace Officers' Memorial Day, in honor of officers killed or disabled in the line of duty.
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Money Matters YOUR
By Lyn Striegel
Financial Literacy for the Next Generation
The end of the school year is almost upon us. All parents and grandparents worry that three months without school will put their children and grandchildren behind the learning curve. That certainly doesn’t have to be the case. This summer, how about teaching your children and grandchildren about finance? How can you start teaching your children and grandchildren? Here are some tips. 1. Explain what money is and how it works. Unfortunately, many children hear only negative comments about money from overhearing what their parents say. This can easily turn into a fear about money, specifically not having “enough.” If this fear is coupled with ignorance about how money works, the child will not have the confidence to tackle money issues. Your goal is to give your child or grandchild the confidence to learn about money. Money should be explained in objective terms - what is it? How does it work? What do those pennies mean? How do the pennies turn into dollars? A simple way of teaching about money is to start in the grocery store. If you give your child or grandchild a dollar, for example, and ask them to buy some fruit with the dollar, they will quickly understand how the money is used to purchase food. Take a field trip to the grocery store letting the child handle some money and pay for groceries at the checkout. You will be amazed at how helpful grocery store clerks, managers and others will be when they know you are trying to give children confidence about money. All of us know how important it is to teach children about money. 2. Teach your kids that people have to earn money to live. I recall an incident in my childhood that left a lasting impression. I was about 5 or 6 years old and took a grape in the grocery store and promptly ate it. My father saw me and explained I had stolen that grape from the store; that employees had to earn money for their families and I had taken their money by stealing something they could no longer sell. My father made me take one penny, find the store manager, apologize for stealing the grape and offer to pay the penny to the store and its employees - all by myself. Needless to say, I did what my father asked, in tears and with great fear, and I never forgot the lesson. I couldn’t wait until my own child made the same mistake so I could repeat the lesson. He did and I did. Somehow we need to teach children and grandchildren what money means in the context of other people and their families. 3. Get creative with the concept of savings. Savings is a harder concept for younger children and grandchildren. They need to see their savings in the form of one or more piggybanks. Using a piggybank for small children and a checking account for older kids will teach saving as a concept. But saving in a vacuum will not generate excitement. Setting goals for expenditures and saving for those goals will teach budgeting. Using more than one piggybank for different purposes can help even young children learn how to budget. By setting aside some money in the “spending” piggybank and other money in the “sharing” or “saving” piggybanks,
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children can learn to allocate money to various purposes. With older children, opening a checking account and a savings account is a major step towards maturity. I don’t know of one bank manager or investment adviser that wouldn’t be pleased to explain how the bank works to children and grandchildren. Guide the older child through the process. The older child can start to learn about the concept of interest explain to the child that when they put their money into a savings account at a bank, they are “loaning” their money to the bank and the bank will pay them interest on their loan. It is true that banks today are not paying much interest, but they are paying some interest and that should be explained. 4. Money is for sharing. I think it is important to teach children that money is for sharing with others and can be donated to causes they think are important. Setting aside money to donate at church or to other causes teaches sharing as a concept. Take it one step further and allow your child to donate to worthwhile charitable causes in person at an animal shelter, for example, or online. Parents and grandparents can help by discussing worthwhile charities with their children, praising their progress in saving and helping them complete their donations. 5. Use the allowance. The pundits say parents should not give an allowance to children for performing normal household tasks and allowances should only be paid for completing specific tasks. However you approach this, your children should learn that allowance is for work in the same way parents are paid for their work. If you pay a regular allowance to the child, the child can learn to budget the allowance money and save the money for large purchases or to fill up the piggybank. Goals for children should be manageable - saving for a new video game is manageable. Saving for a big screen TV is probably not manageable. You want the child to reach the goal, not get discouraged. To assist the child, try the concept of “matching funds.” If parents “match” the savings of the child so that the child can reach some goal more quickly, the child will learn and the child’s enthusiasm for saving will be encouraged. However you approach the subject, you are the primary teacher for your children and grandchildren and it is never too early to start them on good money habits. Enjoy your summer with the children and help them learn more about finance while doing so. About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has over 30 years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).” Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.
In the A Hoppin’ Hunt! By Lisa Bierer-Garrett Author’s Note: I am a member of the 2016 Calvert Maryland Master Naturalist/ Coastal Plain class being held Feb 29- June 18 at ACLT. I look forward to sharing a few more class adventures with the readers of Chesapeake Current. This issue, I discuss going on a Frog Hunt with my fellow adult classmates. We walk through the darkening evening with flashlights and a sense of adventure! We are part of the newest class of Maryland Master Naturalists in Calvert County and we are learning about frogs and toads and salamanders this night on a walk lead by Andy Brown, Naturalist, Calvert County Division of Natural Resources at the American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT). Autumn Phillips, Land Manager, ACLT and our Master Naturalist Class Facilitator lead us down through the woods of the Double Oak Farm property looking for amphibians. We are looking at puddles filling the ruts of an old logging road. We spot jelly like egg masses, we see big white blobs and some tiny squiggling tadpoles. Andy Brown, Calvert County Senior Naturalist explains that the white blobs are egg masses from spotted salamanders. Sometimes the egg masses have a fungus that grows on them that is helpful for their development into tadpoles and other funguses grow on egg masses that may have died from some reason.
Class looking into a vernal pool. Photo by Lisa Garrett.
As we peer into the pools of water we see movement. A student master naturalist uses a dip net and scoops up a spotted salamander female. She is shiny leathery black with bright yellow spots. She has been depositing eggs in the pool. Andy tells us the value of these ephemeral or vernal pools, filled with water during spring rains but will dry as the warmer weather of summer progresses. These vernal ponds are vital to the success of our local amphibian populations. The frogs, toads and salamanders must lay their jelly egg masses early enough so that the eggs develop; the tadpoles or toadpoles emerge and have time to metamorphosis into tiny adults that can move up onto land. The wood frogs tadpoles can change through the entire life cycle in just a few weeks! American toads can go from egg to toadpole in seven days to tiny versions of their full adult size in about 75-90 days. The toad will live as a toadlet for about a year and be ready to return to the vernal pools at about three years of age. The female American Toad can lay 500 to 5,000 eggs each mating season. We spot some toad eggs in a pool. They are long winding tendrils, like the phone cords of yesteryear. They are long and little black dots can be seen in the protective jelly. The salamander and wood frog eggs are blob like masses. All amphibians lay their eggs in water. Without water, the eggs would shrivel and die, so in the early spring, the adult amphibians have to pick a good road rut or pool or wetland in the woods that will stay wet for at lest 90 days.
Salamander egg mass. Photo by Lisa Garrett.
A bullfrog will have to lay their eggs in a wetland with a more long-lasting amount of water. It takes two years for a bullfrog tadpole to change into an adult. Andy discussed, before we headed out, about the mating calls of frogs and how to identify them by sound and location. He spearheaded the Calvert section of the Maryland Reptile Atlas and Survey Project. That attempted to map important amphibian areas and then created a list of all the known reptile and amphibian species of our County as part of a statewide endeavor. Andy leads us to several pools where we discover different species living and breeding. We find red backed salamanders, the most common salamander species in our area. A student finds a red-spotted newt that lives mostly an aquatic existence except for a brief time as a land-loving version of its self-called the Red Eft. We spot a calling Spring Peeper, one of the smallest frogs and perhaps the frog with the loudest night call. Thousands of these tiny frogs call in early spring as a loud “peep peep peep” that fills the night with their love songs that it is time to move down into the water to breed.
development area. Without these ponds and puddles, though, many or our local amphibian species would die out. Autumn explained that several species of frogs have disappeared entirely from the records of Calvert County. It is a fascinating evening. We laugh and chuckle as if we were all 10-year-olds, out catching frogs with a bucket! As we head back to the parking lot some folks wearing headlights and others carrying lanterns, we have learned much in this field lesson of the value of mud puddles, vernal pools and the life cycles of the secretive amphibians of our Maryland nights.
Spotted Salamander. Photo by Lisa Garrett.
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Local Boy, Mom Recovering After Kidney Transplant
hree-year-old Hudson Reyno is now recovering in a hospital in Baltimore thanks to the ultimate gift of life from his mom a few days ago. On May 4, the little boy who loves “Star Wars” certainly had the force with him when his mother, Victoria Reyno, gave him one of her kidneys. The Prince Frederick twin was born with Post Urethral Valve Obstruction, according to his father, Jeremy Reyno, but they were fortunate because he never had to go on dialysis. “We’ve known since he was born that in the next six to seven years Reyno Family. he would need a kidney. But when he was about 2 ½ years old, the doctors told us he until he was about four. Then this past maybe had another year and a half or so December, we thought why wait? Let’s try with one of his kidneys, and the other one to get it scheduled.” Victoria has been preparing for was shot. So maybe the one would last months to give her son one of her kidneys, Jeremy says. “They tested her in September for the blood type and they matched. So they knew that she was good to be a donor through September. After September, they would have to do the test again. They didn’t even try mine. The doctors said for a child Hudson’s size, a female’s kidney would work better because it’s about the size of a fist.” They decided on May 4. They had “Team Hudson” t-shirts made up especially for that big day reading “May the 4th Be With You.” Hudson, his mom and dad all spent Hudson's first post-kidney transplant meal French Fries and 'dippy.' Tuesday night before the surgery at the
University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, together in the same room, as both patients were monitored. “Wednesday morning, Hudson went one way and Victoria was taken the other way. They were all hooked up with IVs and went their separate ways. I went with Hudson, and Victoria’s mom went with her. We met up with her in surgery.” Jeremy says Victoria’s surgery to remove her kidney lasted about four-and-a-half hours and Hudson’s kidney transplant surgery about six and a half hours. Victoria is recovering very well and was able to go home Saturday following the surgery, although she says her body aches all over, and she feels tired. Hudson remains hospitalized, but doctors say he is making an exceptional recovery. “Hudson’s doing fine. He had a lot of tubes coming out of him in every direction and a catheter, but they’ve able to take more of them out. His doctor says if he continues progressing well, he may be out of here by Friday night!” Jeremy says.
Twins Harper and Hudson Reyno on their 3rd birthday in January.
Before he will be released from the hospital, Hudson must be able to drink and eat on his own. Since Tuesday, Jeremy says, “We have been giving him whatever he asks for and he first wanted French fries and ketchup. He calls ketchup ‘dippy.’ So he had French fries and ‘dippy’ and a cup of iced tea. We’re spoiling him a little to get him eating on his own - he loves M&Ms, chips, lollipops and he had a pizza slice last night.” The twins’ birthday is Jan. 10, so they’re three. Twin sister Harper is healthy. But little Hudson has not had an easy time of it. He’s been rushed to the hospital many times in his short life, in fact, every time he gets a fever. His father says, “I have lost count how many times he’s been hospitalized. We always have to be concerned it’s not a urinary track infection. He gets dehydrated very quickly. They have to hook him up to an IV and a catheter to make sure the kidneys are not in complete failure. Sometimes he’s in the hospital only a few days, other times longer.” Many people probably know Jeremy Reyno through Sneade’s Ace Hardware Center in Owings, where he worked for 16 years. Jeremy graduated from Northern High School. Jeremy and his father, Dave Reyno sing in the barbershop quartet, “Fathers and Sons,” which has been performing ‘Singing Valentines’ for local charities for years. Jeremy now works
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at Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) in St. Mary’s County. Victoria, a Calvert High School graduate, also commutes to St. Mary’s County. She’s been a teacher at Hollywood Elementary School for ten years and teaches second grade. The family lives in Prince Frederick, and Victoria’s mother, Mary Freeland, lives around the corner from them. Victoria’s twin sister Susan, who also lives locally, has twins as well – eight-year-old girls. Hudson’s grandparents, Dave and Diane Reyno, live in Owings. Dave retired a couple of years ago from the North Beach Post Office. Jeremy says his sister Becky flew in from Colorado to stay with them and help during this difficult time. During the surgery, both of Hudson’s kidneys were removed, so he’s now relying on the donor kidney from his mom. Although he’s doing very well, Jeremy says Hudson will be closely monitored for at least the next three months. “He will have to take lots of medications for the first year, then it will dwindle down to two to three drugs, anti-rejection medications. We have to be very concerned about his immune system. So for the next three months, we will be like little hermits inside the house.” But they’ll be traveling often from Prince Frederick to Baltimore to make sure he’s staying on track. “For the next three months, we’re going to have to go up there two times a week for blood draws at University of Maryland Medical Center. Before he leaves the hospital, Hudson will get a port surgically installed in upper left chest so he does not have to get stuck each time,” Jeremy says. Meantime, Jeremy says the family is relieved that Hudson is recovering so well after such major surgery, and he was happy that his sister Harper came to visit last evening. “He’s getting back to his crazy self, even with so many lines and tubes coming out of his neck and veins. He was able get out of bed and walk a little bit last night. So doctors say he’s ahead of target!”
Hudson prior to his kidney transplant.
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CCNCA Says Goodbye Dear Chesapeake Current readers, It is with sad and heavy hearts that the members of the Calvert County Nursing Center Auxiliary (CCNCA), Inc. is announcing that it will no longer exist effective June 16, 2016. We must disband due to declining health and aging issues for most members; completing interests and failed recruitment efforts. We are unable to continue the work needed to keep CCNCA active. Most importantly, we are sorry that we will not be able to remain faithful to CCNCA’s mission to aid, comfort, advocate for, raise funds for, sponsor and otherwise be friends of the residents. We are grateful for the 47 years that CCNA has been active. We have enjoyed the love and joy and many smiles on the faces of the nursing center residents from what we have been able to do for them through these many years. During our relationship with the residents, we have sponsored the Christmas “Let’s Care Luncheon,” providing them with Christmas gift bags with many gifts inside for all of the residents; held the “Spring Game Day,” had the “September Birthday Party” for all residents with birthdays in September with gifts, balloons, cupcakes and ice cream; and made dreams come true through our “Make a Wish” program that granted 62 wishes to Calvert County Nursing Center (CCNC) residents. We have purchased 110 flat screen TV’s for the residents’ rooms and a large 52” flat screen TV for the dining room and 40 CVDs. We have supplied exercise equipment, two pianos, outdoor furniture, a snow cone machine, a swing glider to accommodate
wheelchairs, pouches for wheelchairs and walkers, aprons and bibs, a large color printer for the Activities Dept. and cartridges. Rehabilitation equipment, a Touch & Play, Wii games, money to be used for Bingo prizes, money for the Miscellaneous Fund, and many other items that benefited the lives of residents of CCNC were given over the years. We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our many supporters over the years. Among them are Beverly Dillon, owner of “Beverly’s Gifts and Flowers,” the members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Prince Frederick who prepared the wonderful food for our Christmas “Let’s Care Luncheon” at the church; HELP Association; American Legion Post #206 and the many businesses that gave generous monetary donations; the staff at the Calvert County Nursing Center and many other kind individuals who were there for us through the years. It has been our privilege and an honor to serve the residents of Calvert County Nursing Center throughout the years, and they will always remain our special friends. We will keep them in our prayers. Sincerely yours, Terri Justin President, CCNCA
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Long-Time Volunteer Encourages Others Dear Chesapeake Current readers, I write to thank you, inform you, and to encourage you. I grew up in beautiful Calvert County and am a product of its public school system, graduating from William Sampson Brooks High School in 1963. I have Calvert County in my mind, body, spirit and soul. My father, H.G. Funn, principal of W.S. Brooks High School (1945- 1966 during the years of segregation) and principal of Mt. Harmony Elementary School (1966-1975), instilled in me and all the students of Brooks High School – “Become involved in your community, participate and make it a better place to live.” After moving back to the County 20 years ago, my wife and I have lived by these teachings. Thank you 2007 Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for appointing me to the Calvert County Planning Commission. Thank you BOCC for reappointment to the Planning Commission in 2012. I thank the two members of the current BOCC for supporting my reappointment to the Planning Commission March 2016. Unfortunately, I was not reappointed. It was my desire to continue to serve the citizens of Calvert County as an experienced, informed, knowledgeable and passionate member of the Planning Commission. I wanted to particularly serve during this important and pivotal time in the history of Calvert County. The Planning Commission is presently initiating the development of the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan (Plan). This Plan is an official “policy” document for the County. • It serves as a guide when evaluating proposed projects/changes to the Zoning Ordinance. • The State uses the Plan to determine certain State funding for County projects. • Bond agencies determine if the County is using its resources wisely and in a prudent manner by reviewing the Plan. • Investment decisions are made by prospective businesses pursuant to the Plan. • You, the citizens, use the Plan to evaluate if the County is responding to the goals and objectives contained in the Plan. As you can see, the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan determines the present
Malcolm Funn was honored at the BOCC meeting May 10. Commissioner Steve Weems presented Funn with a proclamation for his service as a member of the Calvert County Planning Commission since March 2006.
and future of Calvert County in a myriad of venues. Please get involved! Again, I encourage the citizens of Calvert County to get involved and participate in the development of the latest Calvert County Comprehensive Plan process. The Planning Commission and the Community Planning and Building Department will be requesting assistance, ideas, thoughts, and various forms of input from you as the process begins; let your voice be heard. - Thank you for allowing me to serve you on the Planning Commission for the past 10 years. - Be informed regarding the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan; it determines the future of Calvert County in many ways. - Get involved in the Plan process, volunteer to serve on one of the many Boards and Commissions in the County. Contact Elizabeth Tolomei, Administrative Aide, Board of County Commissioners at (410) 535-1600 ext. 2214 Thanks, Malcolm L. Funn Solomons
Champions for Children Recognized Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (3CY) celebrated its Champions for Children award recipients on May 5 at the Tom Wisner Hall in Kings Landing Park. Patuxent High School Senior Alexya Brown was selected for Youth Champion for giving her fellow students a voice in student government, the National Honor Society, and the Calvert County Board of Education, and for initiating a student advisory committee. Alexya also organized the first student town hall forum, which gave students an opportunity to share their ideas on school curriculum and programs. She is a true champion among her peers. The Healthy Families Award was presented to Billy Saunders, a Prince Frederick Eagles volunteer for 16 years and its past president. Billy has fostered healthy families and relationships through volunteering in youth athletics. He is a positive role model for children and their parents, and mentors children on and off the field. His willingness to step up, do the work, and take the lead defines him as a champion. This year, 3CY awarded two Education Champions. Firstly, Northern High School counselor Kim MacDonald was honored for educating students on conflict resolution and effective communication, and for establishing the Peer Mentor Program for 9th graders, which gives them support while providing an opportunity for older students to become confident leaders. Kim elevates social education and teaches students the importance of developing positive relationships. And secondly, Board of Education Vice President Tracy McGuire was honored as an Education Champion. Tracy advocates for children in her position as board member and as a volunteer and leader promoting
Patuxent High School senior Alexya Brown was awarded Youth Champion for giving students a voice in student government, the National Honor Society, the Calvert County Board of Education, and for initiating a student advisory committee and student town hall forum. Photo by Carol Harvat.
President of 3CY Guffrie Smith reads Billy Saunders’ “Champion for Healthy Familie”s certificate. Billy, a volunteer and past president of Prince Frederick Eagles, is pictured with his son, mother and Antoine White, president of the Prince Frederick Eagles sports team. Photo by Carol Harvat.
children’s well being through with the PTA, PTSA, Boy Scouts and her church. She has implemented policies that improved graduation rates, narrowed the achievement gap and supported special education. Tracy has championed excellence in education in her many roles and understands the value of a quality education. Candice D’Agostino, coordinator of Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, was acknowledged as the Strong Families Champion. For 17 years, Candice has dedicated herself to creating and maintaining a healthy environment for youth and families. Her leadership and continued efforts provided drug-free graduation celebrations and built a strong, safe and sober community. She has shown that one person’s passion can make an impact. The Champion Collaborator Award was given to the Kiwanis Club of Calvert County. Under the leadership of President George Leah, the Kiwanis spearheaded the Prince Frederick Coalition, which brought together, 3CY, the Rotary and Optimist clubs, businesses and Calvert citizens to advocate for a Prince Frederick community center. The Kiwanis have been a voice in establishing a permanent Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center and discuss what the public would like to see in a center. Their efforts to support families, gather our county together, and influence community leaders have made a difference. For more pictures, visit the Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth’s Facebook page. I f you would like to become a member of 3CY or learn about Asset Development, please call (410) 414-8300. Carol Harvat Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (3CY)
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Christopher Michael Anthony, age 60, a resident of Annapolis, and previously of Churchton, died on Tues., Apr. 26 at his home. Born on Oct. 13, 1955 in Washington, DC to the late Thomas and Marion Anthony, Chris attended Charlotte Hall Military Academy and graduated from Potomac High School in Oxon Hill. He was a plumber with Magnolia Plumbing. In his spare time, he loved being on the water, boating and swimming. He is survived by his step-son, Shayne Ridgeway of DE; his siblings, Thomas W. Anthony, Jr. of CA and Toni Lee Monaghan of FL and a stepgrandson. Chris was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Anthony. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel Co., P.O. Box 3471, Annapolis, MD 21403.
Martha “Marty” Blair passed away May 5, 2016 and was survived by her loving husband Jack Blair. Marty was born on Dec. 24, 1938 in Sweet Springs, WV. Marty will be remembered most for her constant and endless outpouring of love and kindness. “You only needed to bring a little love and she would bring the rest,” as her husband said recently remembering his wife. Marty is survived by her brothers Arthur “Junior” Howard of Chantilly, VA and Carter “Ricky” Howard of Killeen, TX and her sisters Patsy Andrews and Gay Van of Covington, VA and Bertha “Peachy” Howard of Clifton Forge, VA. Marty was preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Flynt and is survived by daughters: Brenda Howard, Teresa Smith and Donna Rasmussen; grandchildren: Jessica, Cheyenne, Jill, Robby, Jeremiah, Rio and Tiffany, nine great-grandchildren and niece: Kathie Anderson. Marty was an extraordinary and very special person to so many. Her family and friends will honor her in a private memorial celebration of life on June 18, 2016.
Evelyn Benedetti, 77
Barbara Jean Evelyn GreenCatterton, age 68, of wald Benedetti, age Deale passed away 77, of Chesapeake May 4, 2016. Beach, formerly of Barbara was born Boulevard Heights, Aug. 23, 1947 to MD, passed away on John Walter and Apr. 29, 2016 at the Aline Cecelia Calvert County (Dement) Windsor. Nursing Center in She was raised in Clinton and graduated
Prince Frederick. She was born on September 14, 1938 in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late Leroy and Helen Louise Greenwald. Her childhood was spent in Suitland and Boulevard Heights. She married the late Joseph Benedetti. For many years, she worked at the Italian Inn, Landover Hills and Tuckers Restaurant, Upper Marlboro. She made many lifelong friends. She and her beloved dog “Joy-Joy” were a well-known sight in the Chesapeake Beach area. She was proud of and took great care of her little cottage by the bay and loved to feed the birds and ducks. She often said she would never live anywhere else. Although she had no children of her own, she was a wonderful and loving aunt to her many nieces and nephews. She is survived by her sister, Mary Stevenson of Lusby, her caring brother-inlaw Joseph Gignac of Florida and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Irene Marie Gignac and Patricia Parker. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21211 or Calvert Hospice, P O Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Wayne Burgess, 53 Wayne Ernest “Peanut” Burgess, age 53, of Pinellas Park, FL passed away Apr. 22, 2016. Wayne was born on in Cheverly, MD to Robert and Mary Burgess. He is survived by his daughter Samantha J. Burgess of Chestertown, MD; his grandchildren Destyni, Anyiah, Adriana, Mia, and Junior. He is also survived by his mother Mary Burgess; siblings, Robert E. Burgess (Kim) of Crownsville, MD; Danny L. Burgess (Jennifer) of Laurel, MD; Randy A. Burgess (Amber) of Lusby; and Tammy L. Burgess of College Park, MD. Wayne was preceded in death by his father and nephew Cody A. Wood. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
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from Surrattsville High School. Barbara married John Wayne Catterton on May 4, 1974 and they made their home in Deale. She was employed as a Legal Analyst with the FBI, retiring after 42 years. She was an active member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and in her leisure time Barbara enjoyed gardening, cooking, shopping and reading. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter, Chloe. She is survived by her daughter Tonya L. Catterton of Lothian, son Wayne W. Catterton of Deale and granddaughter Chloe E. Catterton. She is also survived by her sister Darlene Kidwell of Upper Marlboro, brothers Walter J. Windsor of Mechanicsville and William D. Windsor of Mocksville, NC, as well as a niece Casey Boswell and numerous other nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband John Wayne Catterton in 2012. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3 North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Jeff Chadwick, 37 Jeffrey Martin Chadwick, age 37, of Prince Frederick, passed away May 4, 2016 at his home in Elizabethtown, KY surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 22,1979 in El Paso, TX. He attended Calvert Elementary and Middle school, graduating from Calvert High School in1997. He continued his education at Baltimore International Culinary School and technical career training to obtain his CLD and various equipment operating licenses to enhance his employ-ability. Most of Jeff's years were spent in Calvert County where he played football with the Solomons Steelers and the Solomons Skipjacks baseball team youth leagues. He enjoyed music, traveling, the races at Bud's creek, crabbing, fishing, the Baltimore Ravens, cooking and spending time with his family. He was employed at Publishers Clearinghouse as a supervisor. Jeff is survived by his wife Misty, daughters Serenity, Anastasia, Crystiana and Marty, and his stepdaughters Jamie Parker and Cassandra Hendricks. Also surviving are his parents, David and Yvette Chadwick, sisters Nicole Wander and Kelley Smiley. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Phil and Lorene Puhl and Donald
and Ruth Chadwick. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Fri., May 13 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick MD 20678. Inurnment will be at the St. John Vianney cemetery. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Andy Ebli, 87 Alois Andrew “Andy” Ebli, age 87, of Lusby, passed away April 21, 2016 at his residence. Born Oct. 17, 1928 in Lauterach, Austria, he was the son of the late Romedius and Ermelinde Ebli. He married his beloved wife on July 20, 1957 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. She preceded him in death on April 10, 2015. Andy was a retired machinist from Ford Motor Company and an avid woodcarver. A true talent and craftsman, he carved purely for enjoyment and for the art of woodcarving. Above all else, he was a true family man. Alois is survived by his son, Jeff and his wife Helen Ebli of Lusby; grandchildren, Christine, Michelle, Ben, Sherry, Jessica and Marissa and great grandchildren, Logan, Devin, Jordan, Jazmyne, Craig, Skylar and Shaliyah. In addition to his parents, Alois was preceded in death by his loving wife Elfriede, and siblings Rudolf, Englebert, and Rosi of Austria. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
Richard Faber, 64 R i c h a r d Daniel Faber, age 64, of Deale, passed away May 7, 2016 at his residence. Richard was born Nov. 26, 1951 in Washington, D.C. to Leonard George and Barbara Ann (Yost) Faber. He lived in Oxon Hill until moving to Deale with his family as a 7th grader, and graduated from Southern High School in 1969. He served in the US Army from 1970 to 1972, and was stationed in Alaska. He married Candace J. “Candee” Stearlings in 1976 and they resided in Deale. Richard owned and operated a flooring company, Faber’s Carpet, for many years. In his leisure time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. Richard was a fan of the Washington Capitals and the Redskins, and a member of the Shady Side Moose Lodge. He is survived by his former wife Candee Faber of Deale, his mother Barbara Faber of Prince Frederick, his son Nicholas Ryan Faber, Sr. and his fiancé
Margie Brown of Deale, grandchildren Paige L. Jackson and Nicholas R. Faber, Jr., sisters Linda Teets of LaPlata, Debbie Johnston of San Diego, CA and Colleen Janoski of Accokeek, and a brother Robert Catlin of Baltimore. Richard was preceded in death by his father Leonard Faber, a son Richard Leonard Faber, and brothers Steven and Michael Faber. Memorial contributions made be made to: American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3 North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054 (cancer.org) Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Lorraine Genthert, 84 After an extended illness, Lorraine T. Genthert of Dunkirk, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 2, 2016, at the age of 84. Lorraine was born in Wilkes Barre, PA, on October 11, 1931 to Matilda and Benjamin Marasheski. While attending high school in Philadelphia, Lorraine was a majorette and was involved in theatrical productions. After many years of service, she retired from the CIA. She enjoyed cooking, numerous trips around the world and spending time with her family. She loved making dolls for a Children’s Hospital in SC and played some golf in her younger years. For the last 10 years, Lorraine has made Dunkirk her home. She embraced the Calvert way of life and was a friend to many. Her love of life and bright smile will be missed. Lorraine was the loving mother of Jacalyn Schaefer and Edward W. Genthert. She was the devoted grandmother of Christie, Matthew, Melanie, Katie, Eddie, Melissa and Michelle. She was the proud great-grandmother of Gavin, Logan, Jesse, Hannah, Cameron, Alaina, Sophie, Millicent, Samatha, Tyler, Dannie and Kasey. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
moving to Aquasco in 1995, where she lived until going into assisted living in Waldorf in 2008. She was primarily a homemaker but also worked in the family business at Henson Creek Golf Course in Fort Washington. She enjoyed donating her time to film football games for the local Boys Club, and Bishop McNamara High School where her husband coached. Marie was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Baden, the Southgate Lions Club and the Eastern Star. In her leisure time Marie enjoyed arts and crafts, painting and golfing. Marie was preceded in death by her husband Phillip O. Hutton, Sr. She is survived by her son Phillip O. Hutton, Jr. and his wife Linda of Harwood, daughter Gayle Hutton and her husband Rodney Allen of The Villages, FL and grandchildren JoDee DeVillier and Phillip O. Hutton III. She is also survived by great-grandchildren Daniel and Benjamin DeVillier and sister Kay Bailey of Dunkirk. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Bryan Krolczyk, 40 B r y a n Anthony Krolczyk, age 40, of Prince Frederick, passed away at his home on Apr. 24, 2016. Bryan was born in Houston, TX on Feb. 13, 1976. His family moved to Calvert County when he was six years old. He graduated from Calvert High School. He was an accomplished athlete, playing baseball and football (SMAC). He married his high school sweetheart. Bryan worked as a financial planner for a mortgage company. He had many interests and hobbies including playing golf, fishing, playing cards and watching his team, the Dallas Cowboys. Bryan enjoyed country music and believed that he sounded like Travis Tritt when he sang karaoke, in spite of remarks to the contrary.
Bryan is survived by his mother, Diane Krolczyk; brothers, Brad and Anton Krolczyk, III; children, Chase, Max and Josie Krolczyk; nieces, Addison Krolczyk and Gracie Bradford; nephews, Brandon Krolczyk and Perry Bradford; many aunts, uncles and cousins in Texas and many cherished friends. Immediately following his memorial service, friends and family gathered at Serenity Farms in Prince Frederick to plant sunflower seeds in honor of Bryan. Memorial contributions may be made to Full Gospel Assembly of God/ Celebrate Recovery, 890 Solomons Island Road S., Prince Frederick, 20678 or online at fullgospel-ag.org. Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.
George Kennedy, 93 George W. Kennedy of Owings, entered into eternal rest on Wed., May 4, 2016, at the age of 93. He was born Aug. 26, 1922 in Pulaski, VA, to Cannie (Harold) and C. S. Kennedy. George was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U. S. Army. He was a brick mason for many years. George enjoyed a number of hobbies, which included – hunting, fishing, playing golf and was an avid Washington Redskins fan. He was the beloved husband of the late Lotti Marie Kennedy, who passed in 1979. George was the loving father of Crystal Ridgeway (Bill), Candy Rayle (Don) and Steve Kennedy (Karen). He was the devoted grandfather of Shane Ridgeway, Shannon Kingsbury, Chase and Tyler Kennedy, Crystal, Michael and Ashley Zorm. He was the great-grandfather of Caiden, Rylan, Olivia, Logan, Roman, Alaina, Lauren, Ella and Hudson. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, P O Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Pat Monnett, 86 Patricia Waters Monnett was born Dec. 11, 1929 in Washington, DC and passed away May 4, 2016 in Prince Frederick. Pat’s mother, Margaret Simmons, came from the mountains of Headwaters, VA to Washington, DC to become a nurse. While in nursing school she met and married Emmett Waters, a young DC policeman. Pat was their only child and grew up in the days when Washington was a hometown where children could safely play in the alleys of Foggy Bottom, ride the streetcars that were more fun than the rides at Glen Echo, walk the sidewalks at night just to enjoy the sights and sounds, and where Pat would become the Washington Star’s first girl to have a paper delivery route. Their family friends were diverse and included Chinese restaurateurs and German neighbors. Pat grew up under the care of her grandmother, Hattie Allen Waters, who lived with the family. It was from Grandmother Waters that Pat learned how to be a proper young lady wearing her little white gloves and accompanying her grandmother to tea at Woodward & Lothrop’s. Pat was a proud Golden Techite, having attended and graduated from McKinley Tech High School. After high school she pursued an education in nursing as she followed in the footsteps of her mother and Grandmother Waters. Pat began her nursing education at the Emergency Hospital School of Nursing, then finishing at Gallenger Hospital (DC General). Pat met and married Dennis Monnett in December 1951. They built a home on his family farm in Adelina in Calvert County. She said that as an only child she wanted lots of children of her own and three daughters were born. Her happiness increased as her family circle grew to include five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She is survived by her three children and their spouses: Marcia Monnett (Marijo), Marilyn Tiralla (Joseph), and Patricia McNabb (Darryl); also her grandchildren, their spouses, and great-grandchildren: Benson and Jamie Tiralla (Caroline, Henry, and Isaac Waters), Tommie McNabb, Jesse and Megan Tiralla (Braeden and Emmett), Grady McNabb, and
Joshua and Megan Tiralla (Evelyn Patricia). Pat followed in her mother’s footsteps as she did private duty nursing for a time before working as an office nurse for Dr. I. Damalouji for almost 30 years. She loved and was loved by many, many folks who were patients in that office from adults to children to their children’s children. When the Calvert County Board of Education partnered with the Health Department to begin a new school nursing program, she was one of the first nurses to be hired and served primarily at Appeal and Patuxent Elementary Schools until she retired from her nursing career. But that didn’t stop her from her community service as she continued to volunteer her time at Huntingtown United Methodist Church as a founding member of the Parish Nurses, working at church suppers and funeral luncheons, helping with Vacation Bible School, and being a Missing Piece in the Sunday School. She was a member of the Calvert Memorial Hospital Auxiliary working in the gift shop. Pat also enjoyed delivering for Meals on Wheels. She also spent a brief time volunteering for Calvert Library, ECHO, and the Pines Senior Center. Pat was always a great one to take in rescue dogs and Ory has been her four-legged companion for the last several years. Ory was adopted from Calvert Animal Welfare League (CAWL). Contributions in her memory to any of these wonderful organizations would be greatly appreciated. Her friends and her family were her great joys, she had a smile and warm hug and cheerful greeting for all. She loved and was loved by many and her loss among us will be great. Her funeral service was held at Huntingtown United Methodist Church, officiated by Pastor Keith Schukraft and Rev. Alice Thompson. Arrangements were provided by Rausch Funeral Home.
John Moreland, 70 John Edward Moreland, age 70, of Upper Marlboro, passed away Apr. 28, 2016 at his residence. He was born May 4, 1945 in Baltimore to Elmer Albert and Mildred Frances
(Smith) Moreland. He was raised in Mitchellville, MD and was a 1963 graduate of Frederick Sasscer High School in Upper Marlboro. He married Thelma Stallings on April 5, 1967 and they made their home in Mitchellville. John was employed as an auto mechanic with Goodyear Tire in Suitland until becoming a carpenter with F & F Construction retiring in 2004. After retirement, the couple moved to the Croom area of Upper Marlboro. John was a member of Marlboro Moose Lodge and Marlton Golf Club. He enjoyed crabbing, working on cars with his grandsons, vacations with his family and finding new golf courses to play. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Alice Richards and Delores D’Agostino, and brothers Sonny Duval, and Jimmy and Junior Moreland. Surviving are his wife Thelma D. Moreland, daughters Sandra Moreland and Toni Vermillion and her husband William “Turkey” Vermillion, grandsons Shawn and Tyler Vermillion all of Upper Marlboro and a brother George Moreland and his wife Debbie of Mayo, MD. Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., in Owings handled arrangements.
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Nathalia Ann Patterson of North Beach, died peacefully on Sat., May 7, 2016, at the age of 85. Nathalia, better known as “Nat”, was born Oct. 18, 1930 in Alta Vista, VA, to Piney Virgy (Wilson) and John Walker Stevens. She was a devoted wife to Donald and loving mother to Donald “Puggy,” Steve, Kay, Mark, Kelly and Sean. After living in Arnold, MD for 20 years, Nat and Don moved their family to Huntingtown in 1975. They were welcomed into Huntingtown United Methodist Church where they became active members. Nat worked for the Maryland General Assembly as a proofreader and made several close friends among her co-workers, who Jerry Robinson, 52 continued to meet many years after retirement. Jerry Allen Nat was a devoted Christian who lived her Robinson, age 52, of faith every day. She truly believed a strong faith Huntingtown, passed built a strong family and together they were the away May 2, 2016 in keys to a joyous and fulfilling life. Washington DC. She is survived by her oldest brother John Jerry was born Sept. Stevens of Virginia Beach, VA, her children 10, 1963 in Prince Steve (Angela), Kay (Kenneth), Mark (Jenny) Frederick to the late and Kelly (Neil); 13 grandchildren; and 6 Elsie Mae Robinson great-grandchildren. and James Vernon Robinson, Sr. Nat was preceded in death by her husband Jerry graduated from Northern High Don, her parents Piney and John, brothers School and then went to work. He was a heavy Dean and Warner, and sons Puggy and Sean. equipment operator working for several Donation in Nat’s memory may be made different construction companies in the area. to: Calvert Hospice, P O Box 838, Prince He was hard-working man and “jack of all Frederick, MD 20678; or Calvert Memorial trades.” Hospital Foundation, P O Box 2127, Prince As far as hobbies go, he enjoyed hunting Frederick, MD 20678 or a charity of your and fishing and his “walk-abouts.” choice. Jerry was a great family man, and loved to A funeral service will be Thurs. May 12 have parties and cook for these family gather- from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Huntingtown ings. Children seemed to flock to him and he United Methodist Church, 4020 Hunting will be missed by them and all who had the Creek Road, Huntingtown, MD, US, 20639. privilege of being considered one of his friends. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled Jerry is survived by his wife, Joyce Robin- arrangements.
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Bill Scott, 86 William (Bill) Jessie Scott, age 86, of Port Republic was born in Washington, D.C. 1929 to George and Dora Scott of Washington, D.C. who has predeceased him along with his brother George and his son, Richard. He passed away May 3, 2016. Bill was a member of the Washington, D.C. All-Star High School Basketball Team. He worked with the D.C. Government as a Utilities Inspector for Public Works and in later years joined WSSC where he retired in 1990. Bill leaves his wife of 68 years, Thelma Kirby Scott. Bill and Thelma were one of the first families to move into the new community of New Carrolton in 1954. Bill was a lifetime charter member of the Men’s Club of New Carrolton. He was an avid fan of all professional Washington Sports organizations. In later years, Bill and Thelma relocated and retired to Calvert County. Bill is survived by his wife Thelma, sons Robert, Ronald and daughter-in-law Bridget. They have five grandchildren: Heather, Candace, Amanda, Amy and Cole; and two great grandchildren, Hannah and Brooke. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Karen Smith, 60 Karen Ann Smith, ag 60, of Bowie, MD passed away May 8, 2016 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Karen was born Apr. 22, 1956 in Prince Frederick to J. Kenneth and Nancy (Paschal) Watson, and raised in New Carrollton and Lanham. She also lived with her family in Japan and Thailand. She graduated from Parkdale High School in 1974, and received her Associate of Arts Degree in Nursing from Prince George’s County Community College, and was employed as a labor and delivery Registered Nurse at Providence Hospital in Washington for many years. She raised her family in Bowie where she has resided for the past 35 years. In her leisure time Karen enjoyed reading, Bingo, shopping, swimming at the Bowie pool, going to the beach, and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. Karen is survived by two sons, Daniel A. Smith and wife Rachael of Prince Frederick and Aaron M. Smith and his fiancé Lyndsey of Pasadena. Also surviving are her grandchildren Tanner, Logan, and Nathan, her parents J. Kenneth and Nancy Watson of Prince Frederick, a sister Cheryl Horrocks of Huntingtown; and a brother Scott Watson of Simpsonville, SC. Visitation is scheduled for Thurs., May 12 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325
Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. A funeral service will be Fri., May 13 at 10:00 a.m. at Huntingtown United Methodist Church, 4020 Hunting Creek Road, Huntingtown MD 20639 Memorial contributions may be made to: American Diabetes Association, 1025 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 1005, Washington DC 20036-4104 (diabetes.org). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Allegience in Washington DC. She is survived by her beloved cat, Monkey Man; nieces, Lisa Trent and husband John, Allyson Haga, Andy Phipps; nephews, Howard Meyers and Benjamin Blackwell III; several great nieces and great nephews; and a host of friends on Capitol Hill and Chesapeake Beach. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Wellmont Hospice for their care. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 508 Rusty Smith, 77 Princeton Rd # 102, Johnson City, TN Robert Keith 37601. "Rusty" Smith, age Allan Washabaugh, 78 77, of North Beach passed away April Allan Ray 27, 2016. He was Washabaugh, age born July 29, 1938 78, of Chesapeake in Cumberland, Beach passed away MD to Philip H. and Sylvia L. Apr. 28, 2016. He (Youngblood) Smith. Rusty moved to was born Oct. 4, Charleroi, PA as a young child and gradu1937 in Redstone ated from Charleroi High School in 1956. Township, PA to After high school Rusty worked as a Floyd Franklin construction engineer in Pittsburgh. and Genevieve F. (Kerfoot) WashaHe married his high school sweetheart, Norma Jean, on Aug. 14, 1958 and baugh. Allan was raised in Redstone Township and graduated from they moved to Northern Virginia. Rusty held various jobs before accept- Redstone High School in 1956. ing a position at NBC-TV in Washington, After high school Allan joined the D.C. with the broadcast engineering staff. United States Air Force and was honorHe also owned an electronic wholesale ably discharged from Bolling Air Force business prior to retiring. Base in 1960. Following his discharge, Rusty and his family moved to North Allan and his family lived in WashingBeach in 1994 where he became involved ton, D.C. until moving to Brandywine in many local affairs and activities. In his leisure time he enjoyed pop and in 1967. After fulfilling his military obligaclassical music, classic musical movies and Wurlitzer old theater organs. Rusty had tion, Allan went to work as a high many good friends and enjoyed eating out voltage electrician with PEPCO and with them in a dinner group. later was a self-employed dental techniRusty is survived by his wife Norma cian. In the late 1970’s he joined Metro Jean Smith of North Beach; son Robert R. Rail System in Washington, D.C. as a Smith of North Beach and daughter Debra high voltage electrician, a position he L. Esprella and her husband Victor of Burke, VA. He is also survived by grand- held until his retirement. Allan was a member of the Camp children James Jara, Michael and Dustin Esprella, Jessica, Joshua and Jenna Wolfe, Springs Elks and Moose Lodges where Richard Moore and Tim Sidram; great- he met many of his friends. In his grandchildren Connor and Logan Moore, leisure time he enjoyed motorcycles and a brother Ronald P. Smith of Wash- and spending time with his family and ington, D.C. friends. He was preceded in death by his Allan is survived by his sons parents and daughter, Marijane Wolfe. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Ronald C. Washabaugh and his girlfriend Tina Singer of Mechanicsville and Robert A. Washabaugh and his girlfriend Susan Chatel of Chesapeake Beach. He is also survived by grandchildren Andrew Wyatt and Stephen Batory Washabaugh and great-grandchildren Isabella and Jemma Washabaugh, as well as stepsons Michael and Scott Pugh and stepdaughter Kelly Wolf. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Washabaugh. Memorial contributions may be made to either: American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3 North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054 (online: cancer.org) or the American Diabetes Association, Washington DC-MD Office, 1025 Connecticut Ave., NW Suite 1005, Washington DC 200364104 (online: diabetes.org). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Dale Woerner, 92 Dortha “Dale” Woerner, age 92, of Linthicum Heights, MD, formerly of Dunkirk, passed peacefully on Apr. 24, 2016. She was born in Buchannon, WV and was employed by the United States Government for 39 years. After retirement in 1989, she took courses to learn Spanish and piano lessons. She traveled to Great Britain and Spain and took several cruises. Dale is survived by her daughters, Cheryl and Brenda Woerner and Bonnie (Bob) Henderson; son, Alan Woerner; stepdaughter, Nancy Hardy; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her stepson, Richard Woerner predeceased her. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 217 E. Redwood St., 23rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or online at donatenow.heart.org. Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.
Jackie VonSchlegel, 77 J a c k l y n e “Jackie” Felty VonSchlegel, age 77, of Blountville, Tenn., and formerly of Chesapeake Beach, passed away on Wed., May 4, 2016. She was born Feb. 11, 1939 in Bristol, Va., a daughter of the late Howard and Mae Bowers Felty. Jackie moved back to the Tri-Cities area last year coming from the Washington DC area where she had resided for over 50 years. She was well known in the Twin Beaches and was a realtor for Remax
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Jimmy Wood, 88 J a m e s Malcom “Jimmy” Wood, age 88, a lifelong resident of Friendship passed away May 6, 2016 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. Jimmy was born Nov. 16, 1927 in the home where he lived his entire life, the son of Malcolm O. and Mary L. (Dorsey) Wood. He graduated from Southern High School in Lothian and was a farmer. He was later employed with Maryland State Highway Administration for 28 years, retiring in 1992 as a supervisor of highway signage. Jimmy received many perfect job attendance awards during his tenure with the Maryland S.H.A. He married Mamie Colleen Whipp, and they raised their family in Friendship. Jimmy was a lifelong member of Friendship United Methodist Church. He was an avid fan of baseball, and also a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved working, farming, vegetable gardening, horse racing, and squirrel and rabbit hunting. Jimmy is survived by his wife Colleen, sons James M. Wood, Jr. of Sarasota, Florida, Donald Joseph “Joe” Wood and wife Frances of Dunkirk, Paul Jones and wife Ruth of Huntingtown, and daughters Colleen Peterson and husband Charlie of Bowie, Alice Jones of Prince Frederick, and Jeannie Jones of Millersville. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held Thurs., May 12 at 10:00 a.m. at Friendship United Methodist Church, 22 West Friendship Road, Friendship MD 20758. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Frank Smutniak, 86
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B e l o v e d M i c h a e l husband Frank “Mike” Terrence Edward Smutniak of Zanchuck, Jr., of Dunkirk, age 86, North Beach, passed away on entered into eternal Saturday, April 23, rest on Fri., May 6, 2016 at the Anne 2016, at the age of Arundel Medical 45. Mike was born in Center, Annapolis. Media, PA on Apr. Frank was born Apr. 14, 1930 in Whiting, IN to the late John and Theresa 25, 1971, to Nancy M. (Hanson) and (nee Baliga) Smutniak. He graduated from Michael T. Zanchuck, Sr. Mike worked as a tree climber for Lincoln High School in Lincoln, NE in 1949 and then enrolled at the University of Bartlett Tree Experts. He enjoyed hunting, Nebraska. He interrupted his studies to fishing and nature in general. He was an avid serve in the US Army during the Korean reader of history and art; and a very enthusiWar from 1952 to 1954. He received his BS astic Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan. in Mathematics and Science in 1957, the He was the beloved husband of Kelly L. same year he married the love of his life, (Dabbs) Zanchuck and the devoted father of Lorraine Rydziewski. After working as a Kinley H. Zanchuck. He was the loving son high school math teacher at the University of Nebraska High School, he joined the of Nancy M. (Hanson) and the late Michael Standard Oil Company of Indiana in the T. Zanchuck, Sr. Mike was the brother of Chicago area. After the birth of their daugh- Kathy O’Neill, Nancy Waldorf and ter, the family moved to the Washington, husband John, Christine Zanchuck and DC area in 1963 where Frank went to work Terrence Zanchuck. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other family for the Central Intelligence Agency. Frank and Lorraine continued to members. complete their family with two sons in Memorial contributions may be made to District Heights, Maryland. In 1975 the National Brain Tumor Society for G.B.M – family moved to Dunkirk in Calvert Defeat G.B.M. (DefeatGBM.org). County where Frank resided until his death. Viewing will be Thurs. May 12 from Frank always put his family first. After 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Lee Funeral Home, retiring, Frank enjoyed spending time with his wife, planting and caring for the trees in 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD, US, his yard and fishing with his children and 20736. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Fri. grandchildren. He took up oil painting and May 13 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at St. became an avid poker player. Frank is survived by daughter Diane Anthony's Catholic Church, 8816 ChesaM. (Greg) Kedge of Centreville, VA; son peake Avenue, North Beach, MD, US, Frank S. (Susan Cross) Smutniak of 20714. Lawrence, KS; son John J. Smutniak of Lee Funeral Home in Owings is Austin, TX; sister Margaret Pilarcik of handling arrangements. Whiting, IN; brother Edward Smutniak of Whiting, IN; brother James Smutniak of Barbara Mackall, 58 Lowell, IN; and four grandchildren, Olivia and Cecilia Smutniak and Nicholas and Barbara Ann Mackall, age 58, of Corinne Kedge. Memorial contributions can be made Friendship, passed away on May 1, in Frank’s name to the Juvenile Diabetes 2016. Barbara was born Aug. 27, 1957 in Huntingtown to the late Vernon Research Foundation (jdrf.org). Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled and Dorothy Parran Mackall. She had lived her entire life in this area. arrangements.
She had been employed as a patient aide in a nursing home and her hobbies included needlepoint, word search games, doing puzzles and reading. Barbara is survived by her step father, Roger Brown; her partner of 22 years, Joseph Butler; her brother, Robert Brown; sister, Betty Brown; uncle, Wilson Parran and her aunt, Gertrude Brown. In addition to her parents, her brother, Joe Brown predeceased her. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.
Edgar Hall, 89 Edgar Henry Hall, Jr., age 89, of Huntingtown, died Apr. 21, 2016 at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House in Barstow He was born July 4, 1926 in Baltimore to Edgar Henry Hall, Sr. and Naomi Catherine Sunderland Hall. He attended Calvert County Public Schools. Edgar served in the Army Field Artillery Battalion in World War II during which he received several medals. He retired from the Maryland State Highway Administration with 32 years of service. Edgar loved farming and was very proud of his vegetable garden which he shared with family and friends. He is survived by his son, Donald Claiborne Hall, sister Betty Lou Hall Larson, and several nieces and nephews. Edgar was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Lydie Hance Hall, son Edgar Henry Hall III, sister Catherine Jean Hall Sears, brother Donald Quarles Hall, brothers-in-law Frank Julius Larson, Raymond Wilson Sears, Jr. and sister-inlaw Ruth Marie Wood Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Legion Post #274, 11820 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby MD 20657. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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CURRENT EVENTS Livestock Show for Youth Upcoming Registration is now open for the annual Southern Maryland Invitational Livestock Expo (SMILE) scheduled for June 24 – June 26 at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown. The SMILE show includes fitting and showing and market and breeding competitions for domestic livestock species of beef and dairy cows, pigs, sheep, goats, rabbits and guinea pigs plus educational and social activities for youth in agriculture. Youth competitors from all five South-
ern Maryland counties (Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s) are eligible to participate. Links to entry forms, classes and the daily show schedule can be found at the SMILE Facebook page and on the SMILE show website at smile-inc.org. Entries are due (must be postmarked) by May 25. SMILE is organized by SMILE Board and sponsored by the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) and others.
Garden Club Presents Check The Chesapeake Garden Club presented Calvert Hospice with a $500 donation from a fundraiser that they held in Grace Sturdevant’s honor. Ms. Sturdevant was instrumental in starting the Chesapeake Garden Club in Calvert County more than 50 years ago. She was a Master Gardener in addition to her membership with the club. Her daughter, Kay Hardisky, said that her mother enjoyed her flowers, the companionship, and the opportunity to give back to the community that the club provided. The fundraiser started in January 2016 at the Executive Meeting of the Chesapeake Garden Club, a member of the Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland. The local chapter was able to sell the arrangements that were made and designed for the larger meeting, netting $475 in donations. They made up the additional $25 from a personal donation by one of the members. Seven members of the Chesapeake Garden Club attended the check presentation: Helen Downey (President), Linda Springfield (Guest member), Carol Orlando (Vice President), Bev Steadman (Member), Pearl Haley (Corresponding Secretary), Kay Parris (Recording Secretary), and Norma Phelps (Member). The Chesapeake Garden Club has several ongoing projects. They created and maintain a butterfly garden at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, and they renovated and maintain two gardens at the Fairview Branch of the public library. The club
installed 26 bluebird boxes at the Naval Radar Station and Twin Shields golf course in Chesapeake Beach. They make small floral arrangements for female inmates who are released from the prison in Jessup so that they have something cheerful when they are released. Four times a year the group goes to Calvert Pines Senior Center and the North Beach Senior Center for garden therapy. Chesapeake Garden Club provides all the materials for seniors to make their own flower arrangements that they can take home with them. The group finds that attendees look forward to the visits and truly enjoy the time they spend with the flowers. The local club has about 28 members and meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church. New members are always welcome. If you would like more information, contact Helen Downey at (410) 535-0780.
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CURRENT EVENTS Shoppe for Hospice Announces the opening at their new location in Prince Frederick at 92 Central Square Dr. behind Outback Steakhouse. The Shoppe for Hospice is a high-quality boutique that features new and gently used brand-name women’s and men’s clothing and accessories. Reasonablypriced new designer clothing is featured in the Boutique section. All proceeds from the Shoppe benefit Calvert Hospice and the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. If you are interested in volunteering to staff the Shoppe, please contact Amanda Peterson at (410) 535-0892. Open Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and Sat., 9:00 a.m.–3:00p.m. Pub Nights Celebrated All Summer Long Join the Calvert Marine Museum and local fans of maritime music for summer Pub Nights. Held monthly, May through Sept., chantey singer enthusiasts are invited to come and join the fray beginning on Thu., May 19 at 7:00 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge; beer and wine will be available for sale. Led by Janie Meneely of Calico Jenny fame and Ships Company Chanteyman, Myron Peterson, musicians, singers, and lovers of maritime tradition are encouraged to join the fun. Summer dates include Thursdays, May 19, Jun. 9, Jul. 14; Wed., Aug. 24; and Thu., Sept. 22. Calvert Marine Museum Solomons. (410) 326-2042, ext. 62 or visit: calvertmarinemuseum.com. Southern Maryland Acoustic Music Assembly Everyone is invited to the inauguration of a new music event that takes place Sat., May 14, 1:00-9:00 p.m. at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. Come for part – or all day! The music-filled day grows out of a popular monthly song circle at Calvert Library Southern Branch. The event begins with afternoon song circles and acoustic jamming from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. The circles are open to all abilities and musical genres - bring your preferred acoustic instruments and/or your favorite songs to share – or just come to listen. In the evening, enjoy a lasagna dinner (4:30-5:00 p.m.) and an evening concert jam featuring four bands – The Bootleggers, Pat Willis & Friends, The Smoke
Creek Rounders and The Eric Landes Band (5:00-7:00 p.m.). After the concert jam, stay for contra dancing led by caller Elgin Perry with music supplied by The Southern Maryland Open Band (7:009:00 p.m.). SMAMA is an opportunity to play, sing, dance, and hear different kinds of music – and to meet other musicians from Southern Maryland and beyond. Snacks and drinks, including wine and beer, will be available for sale throughout the day. Admission is $5/adults, $4/seniors & military, $3,youth, kids 5 & under/free. Event activities will be held inside and outside taking full advantage of the beautiful venue; in the event of rain, activities will be moved indoors. Reservations are not required to attend SMAMA, but are encouraged if you would like to reserve a lasagna dinner ($4/person, first-come, first-served, while supplies last). To reserve a lasagna dinner and help us plan the day, visit the event info page at annmariegarden.org. Co-hosted by Annmarie Garden, Calvert Library and Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance, SMAMA is open to all ages, abilities, and acoustic genres, and is family-friendly. For additional information, email jruff@somd.lib.md.us or call (410) 326-4640.
Fri., May 13 & Tue., May 24 Caring Canines: Meet some of their volunteers and pets. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit: aacounty.org/aging.
Friday, May 13 Ribs & Crab Dinner: The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 host their popular ribs & crab dinner from 5:50-7:00 p.m. $15 includes salad, sides, roll, and beverage. Lower level dining room at the Post, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Rt. 260. Questions: (301) 855-6466. Public warmly welcomed.
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Saturday, May 14 Huge Yard Sale: North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. Auxiliary. 8:00-12:00 noon. Tables are $15/ea., or $25 for two, and must be reserved in advance. To reserve a table, contact Diana after 5:00 p.m. at (410) 231-1775. Inspiration Color Walk/5kRun: Support Special Athletes at Calverton School, 300 Calverton Rd. Huntingtown. Registration: $30; students under 18 years old $20. Registration 8:15 a.m.; 5K Run 9:00 a.m.; Walk 9:30 a.m. A fun event and fundraiser to support Special Olympics Calvert County. Questions please email: 2016inspirationwalksocc@gmail.com. 3rd Women’s Health Expo: This Healthy Check-up Day for women and families of Calvert County will feature a symposium on new screening guidelines to detect breast cancer and a host of free health and wellness services from a variety of professionals. Bring the whole family or a friend for “Check-Up Day” that includes fun and prizes. Sponsored by the Calvert County Commission for Women, Calvert Memorial Hospital, Calvert County Health Department and College of Southern Maryland. 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, 115 J.W. Williams Rd, Bldg. B, Prince Frederick.
Middleham/St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 10210 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Seating on a first come basis. Free and open to the public. Please contact Encore at (301) 261-5747 or email info@encorecreativity.org for more information. Visit Encore’s website: encorecreativity.org. Country Dance: If you can't dance, we’ll show you how. One-hour lessons start at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. The modest price of $15/person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion Post 206 in the upper level ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call (301) 855-6466. Public warmly invited. Reservations: LBloyer@verizon.net.
Sunday, May 15
Antique Basket Roadshow: Bring your baskets large and small - from attics, sheds and garages - to the Antique Basket Roadshow for a free expert basket evaluation. Tell the story of how it became yours and learn about where it might have been made and its value. Registration: noon 1:00 p.m. Noon - 4:00 p.m. evaluations. Also, Southern Maryland Eel Basketry at 1:00 p.m. and “All About the American Eel” (MD DNR) at 2:15 p.m. Captain Shoppes at Asbury: The sale will include Avery Museum, 1418 E. Shady Side Rd., Betty's Closet, a resale of gently used clothing Shady Side. (410) 867-4486. and accessories. The library committee will have books and CD's at fabulous prices. Granny's Treasures will be selling furniture, Monday, May 16 housewares and miscellaneous items. All proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Care Fund. 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Asbury Solomons Book Club: Southern Anne Arundel Retirement Community, 11000 Asbury County Senior Center’s May book is The Circle, Solomons, in the auditorium and Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. 1:00-2:30 p.m. 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. (410) other marked sites in building. 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit: 9th Annual Calvert Arts Festival: Sample aacounty.org/aging. the best Patuxent Wine Trail wines and local craft brews ($15 fee) with souvenir tasting Tuesday, May 17 glass. Delicious food, live entertainment, children’s crafts, raffles and more. No admission fee to shop from outstanding local juried Steak Dinner: When you order your steak artisans. Tour the 1692 church and direct from the grill-master chef, you get labyrinth. 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. All Saints' what you ordered. $15 includes all the Episcopal Church. Rain or shine! Save trimmings and a beverage. 5:30-7:00 p.m. money: re$erve your tasting gla$$ at Hosted by the American Legion Stallingsbit.ly/CalvertArtsFestival. Age verified for Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake wine tasting by picture ID at festival. Beach, in the lower-level dining room. Proceeds benefit parish & community Public welcome. For more information, call projects. Free parking at All Saints’ Episcopal (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org. Church, Rts 2 & 4, Sunderland. Membership Auxiliary Election Meeting: Pet Adoption: Pepper's Pet Pantry will host a All members of the American Legion Auxildog and cat adoption event with local animal iary Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encourrescue groups from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. aged to attend the regular meeting and Rescue groups include Saint Mary's Animal election starting at 7:00 p.m. in the upper Welfare League, Friends of Felines, Second level meeting hall, American Legion 206 Hope Rescue, the Humane Society of Calvert Post, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. For County. S.P.O.T, Doodle Dawgs Small Dog information, call (301) 855-6466. rescue and more! Pepper's Pet Pantry is in the Solomons Towne Center behind CVS. For more information, please call (410) Wednesday, May 18 326-4006. National Museum Day: The Calvert Spring Choral Concert: The Encore Marine Museum at Solomons is open and Chorales of Southern Maryland and Anne free to the public. 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Arundel Community College combine to present a Spring Choral Concert, “With a J&J Duo: Enjoy an afternoon of 50’s & Song in My Heart.” 3:00 p.m. 60’s Rock & Roll featuring the guitar and
CURRENT EVENTS bass. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. (410) 2221927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit: aacounty.org/aging.
who have lost infants through pregnancy, stillbirth, pre-natal fatal diagnosis and neonatal loss. 9:00-11:00 a.m. Burnett Calvert Hospice House, 4559 Sixes Rd., Prince Frederick. Questions or to RSVP, please contact Melinda Ruppert at (410) Community Meeting: Calvert Citizens 535-0892 or mruppert@calverthospice.org. for a Healthy Community (CCHC) Free.
meets every 3rd Wed. at 6:30 p.m. Southern Pines Community Center, 20 Flood Mitigation Plan Meeting: A discusAppeal Lane, Lusby. For more info sion for the development of a flood mitigation plan is being hosted by the Calvert Co. contact, Cindy Peil (443) 550-3305. “Let’s Talk” Preventing Substance Abuse: Learn the importance of prevention. Discussion led by Julie Mulligan. Light refreshments will be provided. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Calvert Substance Abuse Services, 280 Stafford Rd., Prince Frederick. Registration required. Call (410) 535-FREE to register or more info.
Thursday, May 19 NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter 1466, will meet at 1:00 p.m. at the Southern Pines Community Center, Appeal Lane, Lusby. Meet fellow federal employees and neighbors. A presentation will be followed by a short business session. Join us for an early lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the SALSA’s Mexican in Lusby. Active and Retired Federal employees, current and prospective members, non-members and guests are welcome. For NARFE membership information and application, call (410) 586-1441 or email NARFE1466@gmail.com.
Friday, May 20
Dept. of Community Planning and Building and the Town of North Beach. You are welcome to bring up floodplain-related issues. 9:00 a.m.-noon, North Beach Town Hall, 9036 Chesapeake Ave. Questions: Ms. Tay Harris at harriste@co.cal.md.us, (410) 535-1600, x2501; or, David Brownlee at brownldc@co.cal.md.us, (410) 535-1600, x2338. Fossil Field Experience: Explore the fossils of Calvert Cliffs with a trained museum educator. For ages 8 and up. $20 includes museum admission. 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Space is limited; preregistration required; call (410) 326-2042, ext. 41. Fallen Heroes: Join local EMS and Volunteer Firefighters in a remembrance ceremony honoring our fallen heroes. 10:00 a.m. Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, 3270 Broomes Island Rd. Port Republic. Light refreshments will follow. Direct inquiries to (410) 257-0544. chesapeakehighlands.com. World Fish Migration Day: Discover the amazing journeys of Chesapeake Bay migratory fish. Enjoy activities for all ages. View the film “Damnation,” check out NRG Chalk Point Generating Station’s live sturgeon exhibit; try out the hook and ladder activity, test your knowledge with the new fish migration exhibit, and enjoy scheduled games for kids. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Free with museum admission. For information visit: calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.
Lasagna Dinner: Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 Auxiliary from 5:30-7:00 p.m. this is a meal you won’t soon forget. Come to the lower level dining room. $12 includes sides and beverage. The Post is on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Questions may be directed to (301)855- Volunteers Needed: Annapolis Commu6466. Public warmly invited. nity Emergency Response Team ALpost206.org. (AAACERT) is conducting a disaster
simulation exercise on May 21 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Fire Training Academy in Millersville. Volunteers are needed to play the role of "victims" in a simulated post-tornado scenario. Volunteers may be lifted or asked to wear disaster-simulated makeup. It will not be quite like being on the set of "The Walking Dead" but close! This is an exciting and interesting volunteer event that will help local responders in the event of a disaster. Saturday, May 21 Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older Shredding Event: Destroy unwanted paper unless accompanied by an adult. Please and documents to help prevent identity email training@aaacert.org to volunteer or theft. All paper will be accepted; no limit. for more information. Calvert County residents only; no businesses accepted. 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Texas Hold ‘Em: $100 buy-in. Doors open Huntingtown High School, 4125 Solomons at 3:00 p.m. Game starts at 4:00 p.m. Island Rd., Huntingtown. Info (410) Hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206 in Chesapeake 326-0219 or co.cal.md.us/recycle. Beach on Route 260. Food will be available Infant Loss Seminar: A reflection on life for sale. Public welcome. For more info, call Miller (301)855-0188. after pregnancy or infant loss with Sherrye Karen Urtz. For bereaved parents and loved ones ALpost206.org.
Membership Election Meeting: All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to vote from 2:00- 6:00 p.m. and to attend the regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., in the upper level Meeting Hall at the Post in Chesapeake Beach, Rt. 260. For information call (301) 855-6466.
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Sunday, May 22 Family Day: Join the American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) for an afternoon of fun activities for the whole family, celebrating the Parkers Creek Preserve! Parents and kids alike will enjoy natureinspired crafts and games, live animal displays, hayrides, hands on farming and gardening fun and more! This free event will be held on from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at ACLT's North Side Trailhead located at 676 Double Oak Rd, in Prince Frederick. Annual Tea: On the lawn at the Jefferson Patterson House. $25 Adults $15 Children 11 and under. 1:00-3:30 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard. For more info contact Betty Seifert (410) 231-8083. Website: jefpat.org.
Tuesday, May 24 Vein Screening: Dr. Peter Liao, a Board Certified General Surgeon, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disorders. He will give a short presentation followed by free vein screenings. 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit: aacounty.org/aging.
Wednesday, May 25 Movie on the Big Screen: A Walk in the Woods: Returning to America after living abroad many years, aging travel writer Bill Bryson decides to focus on his native land hiking the length of the Appalachian Trail with his long-estranged pal Stephen Katz, a tottering, wisecracking ex-alcoholic. Starring Robert Redford and Nick Nolte. 12:30 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit: aacounty.org/aging.
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3rd Women’s
FREE!
Health EXPO
Join us for fun, prizes, health education & screenings!
Sponsored by the Calvert County Commission for Women with Calvert Memorial Hospital, the Calvert County Health Department and the College of Southern Maryland.
When:
Saturday, May 14, 2016, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: College of Southern Maryland, Building B 115 J. W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick, MD 20678 P R E S E N TAT I O N S Speaker: Karen Mohn, CMH Registered Dietitian Time:
9:15 - 9:45 a.m.
Topic :
“Food Becomes You”
Speaker: Suzanne G. Haynes, Ph.D. Senior Science Advisor at the Office on Women’s Health U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Time:
11-11:30 a.m.
Topic :
“The New Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines”
This event will cater to all women of Calvert County with: ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Food Demos Education Displays Dental Screenings Healthy Eating Demonstrations Exercise Demonstrations Blood Pressure Screenings Breast Exams
✓ Osteoporosis ✓ Fitness Demo ✓ Skin Cancer Screenings ✓ Hearing Screenings ✓ Cholesterol/Glucose ✓ Body Fat Screenings ✓ Vein Screenings