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Community Center Closer to Reality

The Bay Business Group (BBG) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wed. July 15 at Herrington on the Bay in Rose Haven. If you’re a local business owner who would like to learn more or attend, email President@BayBusinessGroup.org

After years of hearing pleas from community groups, the Board of Calvert County Commissioners (BOCC) has taken action to purchase land in Prince Frederick for a Community Center. Our exclusive take on what to expect, and what this means begins on page 12 of this issue of the Chesapeake Current….

Everyone’s a Winner

A record number of 38 teams and over 200 volunteers participated in this year’s 3rd annual Dragon Boat Festival to benefit End Hunger Calvert. Rev. Robert Hahn says the non-profit raised a record $60,000 this year. Although everyone was a winner, the top teams with the fastest times this year were: 1) That’s How We Row 2.0; 2) Swole Patrol 3) Seize the Bay; 4) Yeah Buoy! 5) Renegade Rowers; 6) Flow Riders 7) Team North Beach; 8) Maryland Pride; 9) SJ’s Green Machines; and 10) Team ‘Different Strokes.’

Thanks to everyone who participated and had a wonderful time in North Beach on Sat. June 20. Photo courtesy of End Hunger Calvert.

GOP Honors Volunteers

The late Frank McCabe was honored at this year’s Lincoln-Reagan Dinner hosted by Calvert County Republicans. Congratulations go out to Bob Arscott and Judy MacWilliams for being named the Calvert County Republican Man and Woman of the year for their outstanding service to their community. Shown above are Bob, Greg Ostrander, and MacWilliams.

Also Inside

3 Community 10 Taking Care of Business 12 Cover Story 14 Business Directory 15 Letters 16 Remembering Family & Friends 22 Current Events

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Governor Vows to Fight Cancer Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) made a shocking announcement this week at a news conference – that he has been diagnosed with late stage 3 or possibly stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, which is a cancer of the lymph nodes. He described his condition as “a very advanced and very aggressive” form of spreading cancer. He made the revelation with his wife, Yumi, and his three daughters at his side.

He said his medical team will start him on aggressive chemotherapy as soon as possible. Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford (R) will conduct state business as needed while Hogan is undergoing treatment.

The governor added that he feels well, and had no symptoms except for discovering a lump in his neck recently while shaving. He said he has started seeing a team of doctors. “I had a minor surgery last week.

They had to biopsy and remove the lymph nodes from under my arms. They had to put me to sleep, you know, it wasn’t a big deal, but today, I had a bone marrow thing where they actually stuck a 12-inch thing into my hip and cored out some bone marrow, so that hurt a little bit.”

The governor said that he may have as many as 30 tumors throughout his body. “This stuff has kind of spread. I got of lot of it in my abdomen. It’s pressing up against my spinal column. It’s difficult to eat because I’m kind of full, but I’m not terribly sick.

It’s just something I’ve got to go after before it gets worse.”

Hogan added of his type of cancer, “It’s also one that responds very aggressively to chemotherapy treatment,” and his chances are good; “Not only a strong chance of survival but a strong chance of beating it altogether and getting rid of the cancer.”

Governor Larry Hogan at the news conference where he announced he has cancer.

Hogan, who is 59, has been in office since January after his upset victory over former Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown (D). And in reference to that difficult race last year, Hogan quipped, “The best news is that my odds of getting through this and beating this are much, much better than the odds I had of beating Anthony Brown to become the 62nd governor of Maryland. The odds are better than finally doing away with the rain tax mandate.

The odds are better than delivering tax relief for the families of Maryland. Better than the odds of passing a budget that doesn’t include tax hikes and reigns in state spending. Better than the odds of negotiating enhanced PMT [Phosphorous Management Tool] regulations with both the agricultural community and the environmental community to help save our bay. Better than the odds of reducing tolls for the first time in 50 years.”

Hogan told reporters at a news conference Monday, “I’m going to face this challenge with the same energy and determination that I’ve relied on to climb every hill and to overcome every obstacle that I’ve faced in my life.”

Flood-Prone Homes Could Get Help The Maryland Emergency Management Administration (MEMA) has announced a request for proposal for the Federal Emergency Managements Agency’s (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. The grants would be used to elevate houses in the flood hazard area to above the 100-year flood elevation or for acquisition and demolition of houses in the floodplain. The grant covers 75% of the costs and the applicant covers 25% of the costs. The program has to be managed by the local government.

There are currently two such grants, one to acquire and remove a home in Broomes Island and another to elevate seven homes; three in Broomes Island, three in the Cove Point Community and one in North Beach.

Since the existing FEMA grants have been approved and based on work in the Cove Point, Broomes Island and Plum Point communities, there

is a list of citizens interested in pursuing additional Hazard Mitigation Grant funds. One acquisition and eight elevations so far have been identified. The county would solicit additional applicants from these communities and plus Chesapeake Beach and North Beach. Pursuing this funding is recommended in the already-adopted Calvert County and Cove Point Flood Mitigation Plans, and the draft Broomes Island, and Plum Point Flood Mitigation Plans.These actions provide public benefits including increased public safety and reduced property damage from flooding events. After elevation of a home, the flood insurance premiums will be reduced significantly.

Commissioner Mike Hart (R-District 1) asked other residents who may need to help to come forward. “Please reach out to me. Anything you need, please reach out.”

The applications must be submitted by July 10.

Visitor Center to Remain Open At the Board of Calvert County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting on Tues. June 23, members voted to have the county take over operations of the Solomons Visitor Center at the base of the Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge rather than paying the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce to run it.

In 2014, a request for proposal solicited proposals for operating visitor centers at the Fairview Library in Owings and in Solomons.

The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce had been operating both, and submitted a proposal. In June 2014, the BOCC discussed the effectiveness of both centers and decided to close the Fairview location because of declining visitation and money concerns. Fairview was transitioned to an unstaffed, self-serve center.

The Chamber this year submitted a new proposal to continue operations of the Solomons Visitor center between July and December for just over $30,000, based on a reduction in days of operation and hours. Currently, it is staffed seven days a week, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The revision would have the Solomons Visitor Center open from July 1 – Sept. 17, Thurs. through Sun. from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Sept. 8 through Dec. 31 on Fri. through Sun. from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tracking shows a 61% drop in visitors from FY04 through FY14. Between July 2013 and May 2014, there were 6,262 visitors. However, the trend shows an increase in visitors stopping in for information with the number rising between July 2014 and May 2015, there were 7,630 visitors.

The cost per visitor, year-to-date in FY 2015 is estimated at $11.60.

Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt commented, “The point of the matter here is that there are currently no funds – zero in FY 2016 to continue this activity. Those funds would have to come from somewhere. Historically, this county has been providing $100,000 a year to the chamber of commerce, of which I’ve heard figures as high as 46% to 60%, currently 55% simply goes to overhead. Very little of these funds actually goes to the individuals who are providing that service. Seems like there’s an alternative that could be better than what appears to be propping up the Chamber of Commerce for their expenses. That $100,000 a year could have been used to fund a network engineer.” Slaughenhoupt added that instead, these tax dollars going to the Chamber.

He said that this BOCC is taking steps to improve the business climate in this county and

that, “It seems the Chamber has a an opportunity to step up to the plate and seek revenue from the businesses… that directly benefit from such a robust activity…. I see that there is mutual benefit to having this move to Calvert Marine Museum…. There are people there who can share their own experiences and hand out the brochures.”

Slaughenhoupt added, “We don’t have the funds, funds have to come from somewhere. One option is for the county staff to basically take over, hiring some of the individuals but with the county absorbing the overhead cost.”

He said he did not see the cost benefit in spending the county’s advertising budget on the Visitor Center, “Dollars that would have gone for advertising, for example, to reach tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of people” through ads in newspapers, magazines and on radio – and spending “those dollars go to reach less than 10,000 people.”

After a lengthy debate, BOCC President Steve Weems offered a motion to use $11,958.34 from the Commissioner’s Contingency Fund to continue the Chamber of Commerce agreement through July and August.

Commissioner Mike Hart indicated that he felt the Visitor Center was not a budget priority, since the Calvert Marine Museum already receives $2 million a year from the county. “We’ve already been inundated with the school system, step COLAs (cost of living adjustments), the Health Dept. … it keeps going on and on and on….

Are we saying the Marine Museum is incapable of handling this? I don’t believe they are. That’s what they do every day. They are a tourism spot.”

The vote was 3-2 on that motion, with Pat Nutter, Weems and Tom Hejl voting yes and Hart and Slaughenhoupt voting no.

Then, after much more discussion, the BOCC then voted 3-2 to approve an alternative proposed

by Slaughenhoupt to have the county’s Economic Development Dept. to reallocate existing business development funds to operate the Solomons Visitor Center from July 1 through Thanksgiving with existing staff.

That motion overturned the first vote, with Hart, Slaughenhoupt, and Nutter voting for it, with Steve Weems and Tom Hejl voting no.

Weems explained, “I’m not going to support the motion, because I’m confused.”

County Administrator Terry Shannon said the positions would have to be advertised rather than immediately hiring existing staff on contracts.

Perjury Charge Dropped Against Rose Chesapeake Beach Town Administrator and former Diamondhead City, Mississippi City Manager Richard Rose will not be facing prosecution on a perjury charge.

A judge in Harrison County Circuit Court has dismissed the indictment, which accused Rose of lying to an unemployment review board in Gulfport, MS after he was fired from his job about a year ago. An administrative law judge approved unemployment compensation after determining that Rose had been caught up in a political struggle. A grand jury in

Harrison County indicted Rose on a perjury charge a several months ago.

Earlier this month, the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office filed a motion requesting the indictment be set aside, because it did not include all the necessary elements for the offense of perjury.

“I am very thankful, sober, very relived of course. I am thankful for the support I received form Wahl, council, staff and the public and my friends that stood behind me and with me against an allegation that proved to be false,”

Rose tells the Chesapeake Current. “It cost me a large sum of money, and was extremely stressful to me, of course.”

We asked Rose if he plans any future court action, since he’s been vindicated. “My attorneys are evaluating those options, and we’ll just wait and see what they decide,” adding, “It was the longest 90 days or so of my life.”

Rose became the City Manager of Diamondhead soon after it was incorporated in Feb. 2012. He was suspended from his

job in April 2014, and fired in June 2014.

City officials who wanted him out alleged poor management, excessive absence from City Hall and ineffectiveness as their reasons.

Rose claimed he was caught up in a political struggle.

The indictment that was dropped alleged Rose lied when he told an unemployment review board he had not demanded a year’s salary in exchange for not releasing what he described as incriminating information about the Diamondhead mayor.

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Community Leader Honored Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot recognized Calvert County resident Guffrie Smith with the 2015 William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award. Smith is widely known for positively impacting the lives of children for more than 50 years as a beloved educator, mentor, historian and committed member of his church.

“We are thrilled to host Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot as he delivers this award to one of Calvert County’s favorite sons,” said Calvert County Commissioner President Steve Weems.

“Smitty, “you deserve this award and so much more.”

Comptroller Franchot created the William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award in 2012 to honor residents who improve the community, directly aid the most vulnerable in society and who improve the lives of fellow Marylanders.

Pictured at the Calvert County Circuit Courthouse ceremony, from left are: Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans, Mr. Guffrie Smith, his daughter Shelly Dailey, his wife Casey Smith, his daughter Jewel Smith, former Maryland Comptroller Bobby Swann, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot, Calvert County Register of Wills Margaret Phipps and Calvert County Commissioners Tom Hejl, Pat Nutter and Steve Weems.

Friendship Methodist Welcomes New Pastor

By Jay Lounsbury Friendship United Methodist Church (FUMC) will celebrate another exciting milestone as Rev. Wayne Chung delivers his first sermon as the popular church’s new pastor on Sun. July 5. Rev. Chung comes to Friendship from years serving at Lansdowne UMC near Baltimore.

Pastor Wayne holds degrees from Korea and the Univ. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. In addition to his pastorate at Lansdowne, he also served as Chaplain at Asbury Methodist Village in Maryland. Rev. Chung has been married to his wife, Esther for 35 years. Their daughter Haniee, 33, is a surgeon in St. Louis, MO, and son Jim (28) is an Arlington VA police officer. They say the real head of the household is Tank, their Shih Tzu. Pastor Wayne takes over as Senior Pastor at FUMC, replacing Rev. Byron E. Brought who led the church for 10 years, including a multimillion dollar building and renovation project and steady growth. Brought becomes the pastor at Belair UMC.

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Rev. Wayne Chung and his wife, Esther.

Founded in 1785, the FUMC congregation is known as the area’s newest old church and the oldest new church. Half of the church’s members are from Anne Arundel, half from Calvert.

Sunday services are at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m., followed by a social and snack time.

Friendship Methodist is one block east of Friendship Circle on MD Route 2; a little over a mile north of the traffic light at MD Routes 2 and 260 in Owings.

Learn more by calling (410) 257-7133, emailing bsuedean@comcast.net, or visiting Friendship UMC.

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Help a Needy Child Get School Supplies Remember the excitement of the first day of school? Your new notebooks, pencils and backpack?

Share that memory by helping a child who needs it get ready for the next school year. For over 25 years this program has been in place to help elementary school children who qualify for Federal Lunch assistance in Anne Arundel County.

The Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services partners with Anne Arundel County Public Schools to help more than 4,500 children.

Here’s how the program works: donors (individuals, businesses, churches, schools,

organizations, and groups) are matched with children in need of school supplies and are provided a standardized list of the required supplies. The donors purchase supplies and backpacks and deliver the items to the Guidance Office at the elementary schools the second week in August.

On average, school supplies cost between $50 and $75, depending upon the child’s grade in school.

It’s easy to help! Donor and child matches begin in July. For more information, contact the Back to School Program office at (410) 269-4462 or Tanya.Steele@maryland.gov.

LWV Names Two Locals to State Posts League of Women Voters of Maryland Elects Calvert County Residents, John Perryman & Anne Mychalus, to the Board Two League of Women Voters Calvert County members were elected to leadership roles with the League of Women Voters of Maryland at LWVMD’s 2015 Convention May 31. They are John Perryman and Anne Mychalus.

John Perryman, elected as a Director, has been a Calvert County resident since 1994 and League member for about 15 years. Perryman currently serves as Co-President of LWV Calvert County, and Chair of Voter Services. He holds a master’s degree in public policy from Georgetown University. A retired military veteran and federal employee, he is an adjunct associate professor at the University of Maryland University College.

“I joined LWVMD because the League’s positive, constructive outreach to voters informs our community and improves the opportunity for success by our elected leaders,” Perryman says.

Anne Mychalus, who was elected to the state group’s Nominating Committee, has served on the LWVMD Board as the Director of Liaisons from 2013 – 2015. She is a retired Calvert County Schools administrator, former Executive Director of the Community Mediation Center of Calvert and a mediator for Circuit Court. Anne, age 78, has been a resident of Calvert County since 1989. She has four grown children, five grandchildren and her husband is deceased. Her interests include international women’s affairs, the

environment, and grassroots democracy. Anne is a former member of Tri County Services, Calvert Crusade for Children, Boys and Girls Clubs of So. Maryland, and trustee emeritus of Prince George’s Community College.

The Maryland League celebrated its 95th anniversary during the Convention held at the O’Callaghan Annapolis Hotel May 30 and 31.

There are 14 local Leagues in the state, with a membership total of over 1,200 members.

At the Saturday night birthday banquet, Congressman John Sarbanes spoke about campaign finance, and answered questions on his bill HR 20. His bill seeks to establish an innovative way for “the People” to participate in campaign financing, as an alternative to big donor financing. At the beginning of the Convention, County Council Chairman Jerry Walker welcomed the League delegates to Anne Arundel County and Annapolis.

The League adopted three topics for study by the local Leagues in 2015-17: “PoliceCommunity Relations;” “Deferred Development Rights Agreements;” and, “The Primary System for Elected Office in Maryland.” The Leagues will analyze, discuss and reach a consensus on the questions posed by these topics, and adopt a League position for future advocacy.

The League is a non-partisan organization that seeks to strengthen democracy through encouraging informed citizen participation.

Police Blotter

Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports

investigating.

CDS Violation

An employee at Plum Point Middle School in Huntingtown discovered an exterior door to the school open and a small boot print impression on the door on Jun. 9. It does not appear that entry into the school was made, however. DFC Kreps is continuing the investigation.

On Jun. 10 at 4:14 p.m., Dep. S. Rediker conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Dares Beach Rd. near Wilson Rd. in Prince Frederick. He found the driver, Brandon I. Boekhout, 29, of Lusby, to be in possession of suspected drugs. Boekhout was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana in sufficient quantity to indicate intent to distribute, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia; a glass smoking device.

Burglaries On Jun. 16 at 7:10 p.m. Dep. G. Gott arrested Jameh A.K. Freeman, 36, and Rachel Diane Olliver, 35, both of Lusby, and charged each of them with third degree burglary and destruction of property after Gott responded to a home in the 12400 block of Catalina Dr. in Lusby. A neighbor advised she had observed two people trying to gain access to the home and then disappear around the back of the house. A second neighbor said he saw the two subjects enter the home by the basement door. Gott made contact with Freeman and Olliver, who were still on the scene. They were arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center in Barstow.

Sometime between Jun. 7 and 17 a home in the 11600 block of Rivershore Dr. in Dunkirk was burglarized. A US Air Force survival knife and a Microsoft Xbox were stolen. DFC P. Aurich is

Thefts An employee of AT&T advised Dep. S. Rediker that 16 batteries were stolen from a tower on Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick. The theft was discovered on June 11. Each battery is valued at $80. The investigation is continuing.

Someone stole a metal pier ladder from behind a home in the 300 block of Overlook Dr. in Prince Frederick on Jun. 8 between 1:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The ladder is valued at $400. DFC R. Kreps is investigating.

Two Kent BMX bicycles were stolen from the yard of a home in the 7500 block of C St. in Chesapeake Beach between Jun. 18 and 19. One of the bikes is neon yellow and the other is dark green. DFC J. Lord is continuing the investigation.

Theft from Vehicle Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle on Lady Anne’s Way in Huntingtown between Jun. 9 and 10 and stole a credit card and cash from a purse. The credit card was used at various locations.

A second vehicle in the same neighborhood was also entered and a credit card was also taken from within the unlocked vehicle. That credit card was also used in various locations. DFC C. Johnson is investigating both thefts.

Theft of Mail Dep. J. Buck is investigating numerous incidents of mailboxes and posts along Whispering Dr. in Prince Frederick being damaged overnight between Jun. 19 and 20. Nine residents on Whispering Dr. and Sequoia Way reported damage. Some victims also had solar lighting destroyed or stolen. The damage is estimated at $1,850.

On Jun. 11 at 8:00 p.m. Jeanette T. McKinney, 50, of Deale, was arrested by Dep. D. Clark at the Prince Frederick Food Lion and charged with theft after she was caught by a store employee taking items from the store shelves and leaving without paying for them.

A victim in the 11400 block of Baumann Ct. in Dunkirk advised DFC P. Aurich that on Jun. 9 at 9:50 a.m. she observed an unknown male suspect in a blue vehicle taking the mail from her mailbox.

She advised that she had three pieces of outgoing mail in the mailbox, two of which contained checks.

DFC J. Hardesty is investigating the theft of three copper grounding bars at a cell phone tower that was discovered on Jun. 2 by an AT&T employee.

The theft occurred on St. Leonard Rd. The copper bars are valued at about $200 in total.

Sometime between Jun. 9 and 10 someone shot out a street light near an automotive shop on Pardoe Rd. in Lusby. Dep. T. Holt is investigating.

Destruction of Property

A citizen advised Dep. J. Buck that sometime between Jun. 14 at 8:00 p.m. and Jun. 15 at 10:00 a.m. someone had spray-painted a county speed limit sign at Wash Hance Rd. and Rosemary Lane in Port Republic.

Two county street signs were broken at the base and left on the ground on Mayfair Court in Huntingtown between Jun. 15 and 16. Dep. D. Clark is investigating.

Maryland State Police Reports CDS Violations At 10:55 p.m. on June 18, Trooper First Class Palumbo stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 231 and Yardley Dr. in Prince Frederick. The driver, Andrew K. Eaton, 20, of Huntingtown, was determined to be driving under the influence. He was arrested and transported to MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for processing. The passenger, Scott P. Marcos, 18, of Lusby, was found to be in possession of marijuana.

He was released from the scene after being issued a civil citation for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana.

Trooper First Class Newcomer stopped a vehicle on Heritage Blvd. at Church St. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations on June 10 at 9:17 p.m. A strong odor of Marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search was conducted and less than 10 grams of marijuana was found on both the driver and the passenger. Nathan O. Jones, 19 of Lusby, and Nichole E. Miles, 20, of Port Republic, were issued civil citations and were released from the scene.

On June 19 at 12:26 a.m., Trooper Rucker stopped a vehicle on Broomes Island Rd. near Christ Church for traffic violations. A distinct odor of marijuana

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was emitting from inside the vehicle. Nichole E. Miles, 20, of Port Republic, was arrested again for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana.

Trooper Warrick stopped a vehicle on Rousby Hall Rd. in Lusby for traffic violations at 2:09 a.m. on Jun. 13. An odor of marijuana was detected while speaking with the driver. A probable cause search was conducted. Passengers Kylie E. Ward, 18, of Lusby, and Antonio D. Ayers, 20, of Bowie, were issued civil citations for possessing less than 10 grams of marijuana. Ward was also issued a civil citation for underage drinking. The driver was issued a traffic citation and the juvenile passenger was transported back to her residence.

A vehicle on Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince Frederick was stopped at 6:16 p.m. by Trooper First Class Esnes on Jun. 14 for traffic violations. Several criminal indicators were observed and a K9 scan was requested. The K9 scan alert was positive. A probable cause search revealed less than 10 grams of marijuana. Joseph R. Johnson, 31 of Owings, was issued a civil citation and was released.

On June 17 at 1:17 a.m., Trooper First Class Newcomer stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 260 near Saint Andrews Dr. in Chesapeake Beach for traffic violations. An odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed a hand rolled cigarette containing suspected marijuana. The passenger, Vincent J. Bales, 18, of Crofton, took responsibility for the cigarette and was issued a civil citation for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana.

Overdose / Possession of Marijuana An overdose/cardiac arrest in the parking lot of the Food Lion in the 700 block of Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince Frederick on Jun. 9 was responded at 3:21 p.m. by Trooper First Class Newcomer. He was able to identify that the victim was suffering from a heroin/opoid overdose and administered Naloxone. The victim regained consciousness and refused to be transported to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle that the victim was located in was found to have marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle. Benjamin P. Mooradian, 25 of North Beach, was issued a civil citation for possessing less than 10 grams of marijuana.

A vehicle on Rt. 4 near Ball Rd. in St. Leonard was stopped by Trooper First Class Esnes at 5:27 a.m. on Jun 13 for traffic violations. A field sobriety test was conducted and Vicky D. Edelen, 50 of Charlotte Hall, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. A K9 scan was requested because of several criminal indicators. The K9 scan resulted in positive alerts. Less than 10 grams of marijuana and cocaine were found in the vehicle. Edelen was found to have an open warrant through Charles County District Court. She was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A passenger, Anthony J. Campbell, 32, was also in possession of CDS and was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Burglary A reported burglary to a vacant residence in the 700 block of Rattlesnake Rd. in Lusby was responded to by Trooper First Class Palumbo at 8:13 a.m. on Jun. 12. A workman preparing to do regular maintenance on the property observed the front door was unsecured. Investigation revealed copper pipes and wiring had been removed from inside the home.

Police Blotter (con’t) Theft/ Shoplifting On Jun. 10 at 2:32 p.m., Trooper Rucker was responding to a lookout for a subject that had just reportedly stolen a cell phone from Walmart in Prince Frederick. The description given matched a subject Tpr. Rucker observed near the U-Haul rental on Armory Rd. Tpr. Rucker detained the subject and TFC Newcomer took a photo to the Loss Prevention Manager at Walmart who was able to identify the subject, Alan W. Morris, 52 of North Beach, as the person who had stolen the cell phone.

Morris was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

the driveway of the residence numerous times with a flowerpot causing estimated damages of $1,500.

The case remains open until Monaghan is served with a criminal summons.

Theft / Shoplifting / Destruction of Property

A theft complaint from the Safeway in Dunkirk on Jun. 13 was investigated by Trooper Kaitz at 6:12 p.m. An unknown suspect stole meat and paper products from the store and fled in a Chevy Malibu.

Senior Trooper Gill responded to the Walmart in Prince Frederick at 8:48 p.m. on Jun. 8 for three thefts that had already occurred. Anthony T. Adams, 30 of Lexington Park, was observed on three occasions opening and removing FitBit watches from a display and then taking them to another location in the store to remove them from their packaging. He exited the store without paying for the items. Adams currently has an open criminal summons for theft, malicious destruction of property, theft scheme and trespassing through St. Mary’s County.

Destruction of Property

Destruction of Property

Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded to the 900 block of Golden West Way in Lusby for a destruction of property complaint on Jun. 12. Margaret M. Monaghan, 51, of Lusby, was observed by several witnesses, hitting a vehicle in

On June 20 at 9:27 am, Trooper Jones responded to a residence in the 700 block of Plum Point Rd. for a destruction of property complaint. Unknown suspect(s) drove a vehicle onto the victim’s property causing damage to the lawn.

Authorities Seek Info On Fatal Accident On Sun. June 21 at 5:55 p.m., the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police responded to the area of Grays Rd. and Glenmont Ct. in Port Republic in response to a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a single motorcycle with a single occupant.

The preliminary investigation revealed that 37-year-old Brian Butler Johnson of Baltimore was operating a copper-colored 2004 Suzuki GSXR 1000 west on Grays Rd in the area of Glenmont Ct. when the motorcycle crossed the center line and continued off the left side of the roadway. The investigation further revealed that upon leaving the roadway, the motorcycle skidded out of control and the rider, Johnson, was ejected. Due to the severity of Johnson’s injuries, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team was notified to respond and assume the investigation. Johnson was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries at about 6:30 p.m.

Based on the roadway evidence and the damage to the motorcycle, speed was determined to be a factor in the crash. The speed limit on Grays Rd is 40 mph in the area of the crash.

Just before the accident at about 5:45 p.m., the Calvert Control Center received a traffic complaint from a concerned citizen, for a “reckless operator” on a copper-colored motorcycle bearing the same tag number that was on the motorcycle Johnson was operating. The traffic complaint was reported to be in the area of Broomes Island Rd. and Grays Rd. Witnesses on the scene reported that the motorcycle was observed several minutes prior to the crash operating at a high rate of speed in a reckless manner.

Anyone who may have witnessed this crash or the events leading up to it is asked to contact DFC. Fox of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800.

The Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public to beware of a recent phone scam from a subject identifying himself as “Lieutenant Greg Allen from The Sheriff’s Office.” The phone caller ID has been originating from (410) 463-4010 and the subject has referenced the call pertains to a “Courthouse,” “Jury” or “Grand Jury” matter.

This subject is not affiliated with the Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office and the caller ID is not from an Anne Arundel County phone number. Please call the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s non-emergency line (410) 222-8610 if you have information pertaining to this phone scam.

Deputies warn residents that they should not provide any personal information or money to this individual.

The remind everyone that utility companies,

reputable companies and government agencies will never contact you demanding immediate payment especially via Green Dot Money Pak cards or Western Union money transfers.

Information related to serving as a Jury or Grand Jury member can be confirmed by contacting the Anne Arundel County Circuit Courthouse Jury Office at (410) 222-1400.

Grand Jury subpoena-related information can be confirmed by contacting the State’s Attorney’s Office within the Anne Arundel County Circuit Courthouse at (410) 222-1740.

Information pertaining to an outstanding summons or warrant can be confirmed by contacting the Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 222-1490.

Can You Help Solve These Crimes?

Calvert County Crime Solvers and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for a significant destruction of property.

Sometime between 5:00 p.m. on Sat., June 6 and 5:00 p.m. on Sun., June 7, an unknown suspect(s) caused significant damage to construction equipment parked at the end of Huntsman Drive off of Wilson Road in Huntingtown. The suspect(s) drove two excavators belonging to Thomas L. Hance. One excavator was used to damage culvert pipes and another excavator was driven into an 80,000 pound horizontal grinder belonging to A.H. Hatcher, Inc. The total damage is estimated at

$60,000.

Authorities are also hoping that the public can help identifying the person(s) responsible for the recent theft of 16 batteries stolen from an AT&T tower on Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick. The theft was discovered on June 11. Each battery is valued at $80.

Residentss with information on this crime or any criminal activity in Calvert County can report it anonymously using the Calvert County Crime Solvers link at www.

CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling (410) 535-2880. You can also contact the Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800. If the information leads to an arrest and conviction, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.

Calvert man charged in three St. Mary’s store holdups A Barstow man is facing armed robbery and other charges by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff following three holdups in Mechanicsville.

Todd O’Neil May, 44, who listed both Barstow and Brandywine, MD addresses is charged in connections with three robberies that happened June 10, 11 and 13. The businesses robbed were the Burchmart convenience store on Route 5, the Dollar General store on Old Village Road and a 7-Eleven located in the median of the state highway.

The robber of the Burchmart store threatened that he had a gun and made off with an undisclosed amount of cash.

At the Dollar General store holdup, the assailant threatened a cashier and also made off with an undisclosed amount of cash.

In all of the robberies, the assailant wore a bandanna on his head and wore similar clothing.

In the 7-Eleven hold-up, the assailant had on two bandannas – one on top of his head and a other covering most of his face. He was armed with a knife and made off with money after confronting a clerk.

May was arrested after detectives reported finding a “suspicious” pickup truck close to a business in Lexington Park. They found that May owned the truck, and after it was searched, he was arrested the same day.

Local Man Charged in Robberies

Residents Warned of Phone Scam

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Treatment Center Back in Business Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh has re-opened a newly renovated Chrysalis House Drug Treatment Center in Crownsville.

On early Jan. 9, the organization serving residents county-wide suffered serious damage to their main residence from a broken water pipe. The incident caused 43 women and 14 children to be evacuated and relocated temporarily. Now the facility is fully operational after having undergone a total renovation.

“It was just five short months ago that misfortune struck,” said Schuh. “But, through the steadfast leadership of Executive Director Lorene Lake and the generosity of the people of Anne Arundel County, we came together to ensure this facility would recover.”

During a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the County Executive presented a proclamation to Lake, who has been Executive Director of the Chrysalis House for 21 years and will be retiring this year.

In his remarks, the County Executive also highlighted the crucial investments to address the heroin crisis in the recently enacted FY 2016 budget, including: - $800,000 for the Health Department to initiate a new substance abuse treatment

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Chrysalis House Drug Treatment Center Executive Director Lorene Lake and Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh.

center.

- Increasing by 25 percent community grant funding for substance abuse providers to nearly $375,000.

- More than $500,000 to fund a heroin enforcement intra-county task force.

Doubling the budget for the Police Department’s Drug Diversion Squad to more than $240,000.

- Nearly doubling the budget for crucial tools in the heroin fight, such as Narcan, to more than $85,000.

“Places like the Chrysalis House are a crucial tool in our war against addiction,” said Schuh. “That is why our enacted budget includes a 45% increase in grant funding for this facility.”

The FY 2016 budget is effective July 1.

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Sincerely, Susan

by Susan Shaw As I was searching for topics for this column, I thought about the last few days as I have experienced them. What a contrast between the rant I considered writing about my frustrations with technology and the time and money it eats and my actual life experiences.

Today, Fri., June 19, I went to Twin Shields Golf Club for the 17th annual Eric and Cara Thorn Memorial Golf Tournament to support the Eric and Cara Thorn Scholarship Fund. I was playing a minor helper role. The owner of the course was working hard to eliminate the debris from last night’s thunderstorm that had downed tree branches from the majestic old trees that line areas of the course. A tour of the course revealed beautiful expanses of green highlighted by flowers and shrubs. While it was a hot day, there was a lovely breeze on the deck where I was stationed. I could easily imagine that playing golf today would have elicited a similar experience for the players as years ago, despite all the innovations in clothing, equipment, and computer-aided training. They were outside on a beautiful day, focused on the task of golf and raising funds for idealistic graduating students to study in their fields of dreams. Golfers were not hunched over their computers or cell phones or struggling with their connectivity issues.

Last night, my two-and-a-half year old grandson woke from his nap just as the thunderstorm passed by his house. He and I sat on the porch, watched the approaching storm and listened to the rolling thunder. We were immersed in the experience. We enjoyed the hummingbirds flit around getting a bath and nectar as the sky began to clear. Earlier, some baby birds had landed on the barn floor and were hopping about. I looked up on my cell phone to confirm what I thought to be the proper response. My phone connected easily, and I didn’t consider the amount of data I was using. It was just the 2015 way of responding to an ancient event of a fledgling leaving the nest.

Earlier that day, my friend and I worked in my yard for many hours cleaning flowerbeds, pulling weeds. We were outside, amid the

Contrasts heat and humidity doing old-fashioned, lifepromoting, work as we connected with each other. Yes, we took a break to check text messages.

It sounds as though I have achieved a balance between technology and experiencing life. I have not. I just had a little reprieve.

I am dealing with a clunky and frustrating desktop computer, even though it is less than a year old. I converted to the webmail system on my carrier, which has proved to be an intractable mistake. The spam filters do not work, even though I have spent hours following the prompts. I am told there is no way to delete hundreds of pages of emails without spending hours more doing so. My connectivity issues are a time-sucking hassle.

I resent the time and money I am spending on technology and the constant feeling that I need my own full-time IT technician. Yes, I am ranting after all. I know that I am not alone, though.

A young woman told me today that she refuses to go out with friends who won’t put their phones away. “I don’t want to talk to their phones. I want to spend time with them.”

Where is that elusive balance between resources spent on technology and life time spent with real people and real nature, I wonder?

Then I read an absolutely touching post on Facebook revealing a young woman’s hardearned personal victory. Or receive a notice from an old friend that his son died suddenly.

Or read a joyous post about an exciting accomplishment. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, are all celebrated. Humor is passed around. Prayers are shared. Photos are ubiquitous. I would miss it!

Which brings me full-circle: do the laundry or wish my friend in Greece a happy birthday on Facebook? Enjoy my grandson or work on deleting emails? The modern life poses dilemmas, indeed. Now about that data…

About the Author: Susan Shaw is a former Calvert County Commissioner, and an LCSW-C (Licensed, Certified, Social Worker-Clinical). More info will be available shortly at www.SincerelySusan.info.

Garden Dirt

By Ray Greenstreet The heat is on and I am imagining a comfy lounge chair, cool blue water, and a garden lush with tropical plants. A vacation in an island paradise? Wonderful! But if that’s not in your summer’s plans, you can create a cool tropic vibe in your backyard, using plants that have big leaves, bold colors, and standout foliage.

Anchor your tropical garden with a small garden tree bearing big tropical scent. The native Sweetbay magnolia blooms in June with an abundance of small, white, highly scented flowers. It is deciduous, meaning it looses its leaves come winter, and does well in our area, with a moderately fast growth rate. At maturity it tops out at around 20 feet and the lower limbs can be removed to allow for more plantings underneath. Pull up the lounge and breathe deep. Smells like Hawaii!

There are a number of tropical shrubs that shout paradise, like the beautiful hibiscus.

Happy in a large container or planted directly in the garden, the big bold blooms come in the colors of summer: yellow, red, pink and orange.

Some even combine all colors in one flower, like the variety ‘Nairobi.’ Tuck one of the flowers behind your ear - and it’s almost like being in Tahiti.

Tropical Paradise Cool off a little with a Ruellia plant. Its slender dark-colored stalks support lovely lavender and purple flowers, just the right calming color to bring down the heat.

Caladiums are a great choice for shady spots.

Their big, colorful leaves are identified by the bold color and patterns – like ‘Miss Muffet’s’ bright green and white veined leaves spotted with red “polka dots.” These super easy to grow tropical plants brighten up a shady nook with great color. Mass these plants under a tree – like that Sweetbay magnolia – and you’ve got a super tropical garden.

White mandevilla flower.

It’s not all about the flowers. Tropical plants are recognized by their big, showy foliage.

Elephant ears, banana trees (some varieties live here year round, bred to tolerate freezing temps), and ginger are just a few of the big leaved tropics that thrive in our hot humid summer. Plant them in pots or right in the ground; they’re happy anywhere in the sun, though the ginger is best protected from afternoon sun. Crotons give great color in just their leaves. Bight green, orange, yellow, red – these plants make a statement left alone, or pair well with softer annuals planted at their base.

They have a strong, upright growth habit. If you plant a croton in a pot, make sure the pot is heavy enough to anchor itself in high wind; the croton doesn’t give much and can blow over if the base is too light. As an added bonus, the croton’s color holds well into autumn, paring nicely with those golden seasonal flowers and ornamental grasses.

Croton foliage.

No tropical garden is complete without at least one palm. The signature plant of warm climes, palms come in all sizes. A small sturdy Sago palm fits nicely in a pot, while Majesty and Chinese Fan palms will rustle in even the slightest breeze.

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

Any of these gorgeous tropicals are easy to grow. Combine them with colorful annuals – like lantana – and create a potted paradise around your patio or pool. Remember to use only containers that have ample drainage, premium potting soil, and feed regularly.

Tropical plants thrive in the heat, but they do require a daily drink. Most will not survive in our winter – except the hardy banana tree – but if you have a bright sunny indoor space, like a heated Florida room, bring them inside when the weather cools. Some will over-winter as long as they have sufficient sunlight.

Now just add a few tiki torches and a tall, cool drink – maybe even a little paper umbrella to top it off – and enjoy your own private tropical paradise.

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

In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Greenstreet Gardens in 2013 grew to include a second retail store on Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, they’ve added a third location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria.

Hibiscus.

If you’ve got a trellis or a fence, plant a Mandevilla vine and by summer’s end, the structure will be covered. Or plant one in a (large) hanging basket and let it grow down.

This very fast grower has dark green leaves and is covered in white, pink, red or red-striped flowers.

Variegated ginger.

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Businesswomen’s Summit Coming Up The Women to Women networking group of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the first annual regional summit for business women in Southern Maryland and surrounding areas.

The event will be held at the College of Southern Maryland’s Prince Frederick campus in the Conference Center in Building B, on August 05, 2015 from 8am – 10:00 a.m.

Continental breakfast will be served, and there will be time for networking prior to the guest speaker. The cost for the event is $25.00 and you must register in advance on the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce’s website.

The focus of the event is to bring together women in business, female entrepreneurs and leaders from across the region to network, educate and empower one another.

The program will feature guest speaker

Rhonda J. Tomlinson, CPA, from the Baltimore Washington Corridor Chamber’s (BWCC) extremely successful Women in Business (WIB) group. She will provide an overview presentation on how the group was formed in 2004, the current mission statement, how their goals are achieved and where they plan to be in the next ten years.

WIB celebrated its 10th anniversary in January 2015. It is a network of professional women, entrepreneurs and business leaders working together to support women’s success in business.

They accomplish the goals of the group through networking, educational events and strategic partnering.

For more information and registration for the event, please visit the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce website at calvertchamber.org or call (410) 535-2577.

The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce announces Steering Committee members for the newly formed Non-Profit Alliance. The Alliance serves all of the Chamber of Commerce non-profit organizations making a more impactful difference together than they already do individually.

At the Alliance’s June 16 meeting, the following non-profit leaders from Calvert County will serve as the Alliance Steering Committee.

Kelly Chambers with the United Way of Calvert County; Ruth Lake with Adult Day Care of Calvert County; Anne Sundermann of the Calvert Nature

Society and Sonia Wagner of Southern Maryland College Access Network.

One of the primary initiatives on the agenda for the Alliance is to conduct an Economic Impact study for all Calvert County non-profit organizations.

That study will detail the broad impact these organizations have on the local economy, business impacts, economic development, employment and vital services delivered to Calvert citizens.

For more information on the Alliance call the Chamber office at (410) 535-2577.

Chamber Forms Non-Profit Sub-Group

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Money Matters

Financial Literacy

By Lyn Striegel Results from a recent survey by the Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center really shocked me. The survey pointed out that both American men and women rank far behind other nations in financial literacy. In the US in 2014, only 22% of women answered the following survey questions correctly and only 38% of men did.

What are the questions?

1. Suppose you had $100 in a savings account and the interest rate was 2% per year. After five years, how much do you think you would have in the account if you left the money to grow?

A. More than $102 B. Exactly $102 C. Less than $102 D. Do not know.

The answer: A. For the first year, the money in the account would be $100 plus 2% of $100 or $2. For the second year, the amount would be $102 plus 2% of $102, and so on. The concept is that 2% interest is added to the $100 “principal” you have in the account every year and this builds over time so the answer has to be over $102.

2. Imagine that the interest rate of your savings account was 1% per year and the inflation rate was 2% per year. After one year, how much would you be able to buy with the money in this account? a. More than today b. Exactly the same c. Less than today d. Do not know.

The answer: C. This question is asking if you know how inflation works. Inflation is the general cost of living—what it costs you for food, groceries, gas, etc. If the inflation rate is 2%, you will need the interest on your savings account to match the inflation rate in order to break even. If the inflation rate is greater than the interest paid on your savings account, you are losing money every year.

3. Buying a single company’s stock usually provides a safer return than a stock mutual fund.

A. True B. False C. Do not know.

The answer: B. This question tests your knowledge of diversification. Buying a share of a company’s stock means buying a percentage interest in the company. I have one answer for those of you old enough to understand what I mean: “ENRON.” Many employees of ENRON, a high flying company, invested all their retirement savings in their own company stock. When the company went bankrupt, all their savings were lost. You know the saying “never put all your eggs in one basket.” Choosing a mutual fund composed of different stocks gives you diversification so that if one stock goes down in value, another in the portfolio could rise in value, keeping you balanced.

All of us, men, women and children of all ages, must do more to learn about finance.

Men often carry the burden of managing finances although many are ill equipped to do so. Women statistically outlive men and, at some point in their lives, will have to manage their money. Children need to gain a basic understanding of finance to enter the world as young adults. How can any of us evaluate the advice we are being given by employers, money managers, banks, etc. if we do not have a basic grasp of financial concepts? The survey reported that younger people perform worse than older adults. In the under-35 age group, only 12% of women and 26% of men gave correct answers to the three questions.

If you want to do something about this, I have a question for you. I am willing and happy to teach one or more seminars on financial basics. Are you willing to learn? If you are interested in attending a seminar on the subject, let me know by calling (301) 855-2246—or send me an email at legalstriegel@gmail.com . With enough interest, I will organize one or more seminars to help. Together, maybe we can make a start on reducing financial illiteracy right here in our community.

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

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

Insurance Firms Merge Annapolis-based Insurance Solutions, an employee benefits specialists firm founded in 1989, has acquired Jon S. Frank and Associates, Inc. of Prince Frederick. With this expansion, Insurance Solutions will provide a greater breadth of expertise, technology, and services to a larger roster of clients. The company’s newly updated website, www.insursol.com, will reflect these enhanced resources.

Brian Goff, President and CEO of Insurance Solutions, says, “This agency merger is a winwin-win. It’s tremendously beneficial to both firms as well as our collective clients. Each company’s mission has always been to help employers successfully navigate the complex and ever-evolving insurance and employee benefits environment. The combined resources of the new organization allows us expand our capabilities while continuing to provide the outstanding service and innovation that defines us both.”

Brian Goff, Insurance Solutions.

Insurance Solutions will offer their signature roster of services, including employee benefit plan evaluations, solution development and management, as well as compliance support, wellness programs, employee communication and education resources, and financial analytics and benchmarking services. Insurance Solutions will also maintain their focus on simple, smart solutions that are predicated on cost-effective strategies and high participant engagement.

Additionally, the merger will enable Insurance Solutions to better serve southern Maryland clients with offices in Prince Frederick staffed by an outstanding team of benefit professionals.

Most importantly, it brings together two skilled firms that have guided local, regional, and national clients through the complex, changing world of employee benefits. Since failure to keep up with new regulations can cause companies to incur stiff penalties, guidance and resources from Insurance Solutions can provide great value to businesses.

The companies find great synergy in their work together.

“We are excited to be joining forces with a wellestablished firm in the employee benefits arena.

Jon S. Frank & Associates is widely known and greatly respected as an innovative, strategic firm that provides excellent service to its clients,” says Goff. He adds, “Their roster of long-term clients is a real testament to their work.”

CMH Recognizes Employee Excellence Glenn Heaney has been named Calvert Memorial Hospital’s (CMH) Employee of the Year for 2014. Heaney has held various key positions at CMH in the last 25 years including supervisor of the Emergency Department and manager of Urgent Care before becoming a Clinical Informatics Analyst with Information Services.

Ed Grogan, Vice President of Information Services, says, “Glenn is always willing to go above and beyond, and his efforts have helped to make Calvert Memorial Hospital a top achiever in patient safety and in clinical quality in the state of Maryland and in the greater Washington DC metropolitan area.”

Jon Frank, Jon S. Frank and Associates.

Jon Frank, President of Jon S. Frank and Associates, says he agrees. “We could not be more pleased to be joining forces with Insurance Solutions. I’ve admired them as colleagues for many years. Insurance Solutions is a wellrespected industry leader with the intelligence and resources to meet the challenges ahead. We look forward to adding our skills and expertise to the expanded enterprise.”

About Insurance Solutions Founded by Larry Ulvila 1989, Insurance Solutions provides employee benefit management, compliance, wellness, employee education and communication, and financial analytics and benchmarking solutions to recognized employers throughout Maryland and beyond. Their team’s knowledge, experience, and ability to seamlessly work with employers set them apart from other benefits advisories.

They are a United Benefit Advisors® (UBA) partner firm. UBA is one of the nation’s leading independent advisory organizations, which gives Insurance Solutions access to sophisticated webbased tools as well as proprietary resources, data, and analytics. To learn more about Insurance Solutions, visit their website at www.insursol. com.

About Jon S. Frank & Associates Established in 1988, Jon S. Frank & Associates specializes in developing and managing all aspects of employee benefit planning and administration.

Their experience in advising mid-size and larger groups has attracted clientele that includes many of the most respected mid-sized companies in southern Maryland and the surrounding region. They’ve built their reputation on their knowledge, continuous research and analysis, and the personal services of their benefit professionals.

Jon S. Frank & Associates attributes their success to their long-term relationships with clients, insurance companies, and the community.

Dean Teague, President and CEO, congratulates Glenn Heaney, Calvert Memorial Hospital’s 2014 Employee of the Year.

In addition to Heaney, the other nominees for Employee of the Year are Kayla Walton, Patient Access Service Center, Jennifer Lundeen, KeepWell Center, Coleen Damalouji, Quality & Risk Management, Lisa Wilson, Center for Breast Care, Terri DePhillip-Patterson, Information Services, Peggy Purdy, Nursing, Aimee Haynes, Laboratory, Alison Toepfer, Nursing, Barbara Reece, Pharmacy, Liz Chandlee, Patient Advocate and Chuck Chapman, Health Information Management.

Stephanie Cleveland, Director of Emergency Services, received the hospital’s Beacon Award, presented to the department leader who exemplifies outstanding leadership skills.

“Stephanie is a true leader,” said Dean

Stephanie Cleveland, Director of the Emergency Department, received the hospital’s Beacon Award for outstanding leadership skills.

Teague, President and CEO at CMH. “She strives to continuously improve service to our customers and solves problems with great care and consideration. Through her leadership, she inspires her team to reach their highest potential.”

Seven other leaders were also nominated.

They are Teresa Baran, Executive Director, Calvert Medical Management/Calvert Physician Associates, Rich Pellegrino, Director, Decision Support/Financial Planning & Reimbursement, Debbie Rosnage, Director Surgical Services, Endoscopy, Pain/Spine Clinic, Kristine Trudeau, Accounting Manager, Bobbie Vess, Director, Radiology, and Mathew Wheaton, Director of Nursing, Transitional Care Unit. Kristine Trudeau won the Outstanding Leader Award for new, emerging leaders in the organization.

TEAM awards were also presented at the hospital’s 40th Annual Employee Awards Banquet. Four diverse hospital teams were recognized for developing and implementing new and innovative ways of delivering care and raising the bar on patient satisfaction and quality.

The honorees were the Emergency Department and Urgent Care Centers, the Patient Portal Team, the Surgical Site Infection Prevention Committee, and the Hospital Information System Selection Team.

Additionally, Safety Champion Awards were presented to Diane Bennett and Erin Farley.

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On The

By Diane Burr After years of hearing pleas for a community center to serve the Prince Frederick area, the Board of Calvert County Commissioners (BOCC) has taken a solid step toward making it become reality.

The BOCC voted unanimously at the June 23 meeting to move forward with the purchase of the former Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative Prince Frederick office at 901 Dares Beach Road that closed in 2014 and is now up for sale. The property is in the Prince Frederick Town Center in the old Fairgrounds District. It’s approximately 20 acres, along with a 14,000 square foot office building and several ancillary structures.

The SMECO property is one of only a few large tracts of land within the existing Prince Frederick Town Center and its proximity to the downtown core of the county seat make it highly suited for County Government use. Prior to developing this property into its fullest potential, plans are to make it a temporary community center by utilizing the existing structure until a permanent community center is established.

Central Community Center in the Works There has been ever-increasing public support for a centrally-located facility, and this would be an opportunity to have a Prince Frederick Community Center much sooner than anticipated. The purchase price is $2.6 million, which is supported by two recent appraisals.

Marie Andrews of the Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth praised the BOCC’s proposed purchase of the former SMECO building for the purpose of a Prince Frederick Community Center.

Commissioner Pat Nutter (R-District 2) tells us, “I’ve had many, many conversations over the years with leaders in this area and young people. Until we can build one that is much better, this will work.”

“It’s overdue since we have not had a community center in the county seat. It will

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give our young people a lot of of things to do. I think this property will pay dividends 20 years or more down the road. I think it stands to touch many people in many ways, and change lives. I think it will make a difference, “said Commissioner Mike Hart (R-District 1), and it was an opportunity that could not be passed up. “I truly believe it will save millions down the road.”

“I think it will make a lot of people happy.

It’s something that has been needed for some time,” said Commissioner Tom Hejl (R-AtLarge).

Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt said, “It’s a purchase that makes sense. $2.6 million is a lot of money, but then again, that’s a lot of property. It’s a prime location. It serves a near immediate need. Some estimates are perhaps as soon as November that this could be used as a community recreational area. It may also house some staff for a period time. And as we move forward with our plans for Armory square, as you recall, Armory Square intends to have four parts: retail, residential, green space, and a community center.” He adds that this location could consolidate many county departments in the future, including the BOCC, which is now in the cramped courthouse. He said several departments now rent office space, so this will save money in the long run.

Nutter says it will be available for almost immediate use. “Fortunately, it does not appear to need a lot of work. It will be a benefit to Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and many other community groups.”

Nutter tells us the building now consists of offices of various sizes and open spaces, including a large conference room, which could be made available for a wide range of uses. When a permanent community center is built in the future, this property could be converted into county government office space.

Donna Millar, representing the Calvert Coalition for Children and Youth and the Tri-County Youth Services Bureau says she and so many others are thrilled with this development. “Could we dance and sing?

Do I have to behave myself? It’s almost too easy! I think it’s wonderful! It will benefit so many children and young adults in the Prince Frederick area.”

General Services Director Wilson Freeland tells us, “It’s almost perfect as-is. It will need very minor modifications to get it up and running for use as an interim community center. If everything goes well, we expect to have it open by December.”

The BOCC is planning to purchase this former SMECO builkding at 901 Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick for use as a community center.

There is a lower floor with loading docks that is not currently Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible. Freeland says it will likely be used for storage for Parks and Recs equipment. There is not room for an indoor gym, however, there are outdoor paved areas that could be reconfigured into basketball courts and perhaps a skateboard area.

“It came up all of a sudden,” Freeland tells us. “It’s a great location right next to Calvert High School and is walking distance from the Central Village and Silverwood.” The property also borders the Elks Club on Dares Beach Rd. “We’ve been continuously looking for a suitable location for a community center in Prince Frederick,” Freeland says. He adds that SMECO moved out about a year ago, but has kept it in good condition. “There’s even a glass-enclosed cashier’s booth, which we will leave intact and use as an information booth and a point of contact for folks coming in.”

So how will the county, which is cashstrapped, come up with $2.6 million to purchase the property? “It will be bonded,” Freeland tells us.

County Administrator Terry Shannon says, “We would have to go to the state for the bonding authority…. Use reserves to pay for the property, then request authority and issue bonds in the spring and reimburse the funds.”

A non-refundable payment of $26,000 is required to secure our option to purchase, which will be credited against the $2.6 million purchase price when final settlement is made on the property.

Before the property can be purchased, a public hearing must be held. The date will be announced in the Chesapeake Current, so watch future issues, check our web site, ChesapeakeCurrent.com, and please sign up on our web site for our Breaking News emails.

About the Author: Diane Burr is the founder/owner of the Chesapeake Current, our area’s only locallyowned and operated newspaper.

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programs, outreach, festivals, marketing, finances, newsletter, fundraising, grant writing, grounds, facility maintenance, and volunteer management. Your children are welcome while you perform most volunteer duties.

If you would like to volunteer, email: info@theccm.org or call: (410) 990-1993. Volunteers are needed on the following dates for specific projects: - July 1: Volunteers are needed for preparation of children’s game materials, yard sale pricing and sorting of toys and crafts and garden weeding and trimming (weather permitting).

- July 29: Garden weeding and trimming (weather permitting), and deep cleaning of the facility.

- Aug. 12: Assisting children with crafts from around the world.

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Calvert County Humane Society Meet “Miley” Meet Miley. This 10-monthold Lab is super fun and easygoing. Miley does great in playgroups with the other dogs and seems to really enjoy the company of kids. She’s house trained and knows basic obedience. If you’re looking for a family friendly dog, this is the girl for you!

For more info, please visit HumaneSocietyOf CalvertCounty.org or come in and see all the animals available at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Phone: (410) 257-4908. Email: kirstyn@calverthumane.org.

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Groundhog Day Over and Over Again Dear Chesapeake Current readers, On the opinion page recently in the Calvert Recorder there were letters penned by Carol Frere and Carol Howard questioning the budgetary shortfalls that may be necessary in the fiscal 2015/16 school year. While Ms. Frere and Ms. Howard’s valued opinions should be considered carefully I do believe that their valid concerns will continue to play out like the movie “Ground Hog Day”.

For well over the past five years many Calvert County teachers and parents have shared their concerns through this median, and unfortunately, the future still portends the same legitimate laments and concerns because we have not been able to pin the tail on the progressive donkey.

I learned through a few county employees that the Calvert County Commissioners and the Board of Education would be able to right the 2015/16 educational ship with somewhere between $5 and $10 million. Sounds like a lot of money, however, the tax and spend progressive politicians in Annapolis and Washington, D. C. think of this as a mere pittance and they truly think that this amount of money is chump change.

Last year, the Chesapeake Current printed a letter of mine: “Fisher’s party trumps Kullen’s in education policy”. I looked up this site on the Internet: teacherportal.com/district/maryland/ calvert-county-public-schools.

This site reviewed school district financials, listing the contributions allocated by county, state and the U.S. What does all of this have to do with how Calvert County is governed?

Currently Calvert County public schools are experiencing educational budget shortfalls. In our county 59% of all monies appropriated for public education is generated through county taxation.

In the city of Baltimore less than 25% is city generated.

So, where does the other 75% come from?

It comes from federal and Maryland State taxation. So, your federal and state tax money goes to fund the Baltimore public school system where mediocrity is the name of the game, and the truth is that it cost more money to fund mediocrity.

These percentages listed above plainly show how the educational dollars are spent. Over the last few months Baltimore has been in an upheaval. On television on the first day of the unrest you noticed that many of the rioters were

students. Of course there were others who through an awful lifestyle with few opportunities created unrest. And there were some who used this as a way to loot and burn. Folks, this costs money so let us look at the people who if they did their jobs would allow for prosperity to reign throughout the state of Maryland.

First off, let us look at fathers who abandon their children causing one-parent households.

Secondly, entitlement recipients who believe that it is their right to free money and do not realize that these tax dollars are to be used in a way that will assist them out of poverty. And last but not least the politicians who receive the majority of votes in underserved neighborhoods without changing the lifestyle of the people that they are sworn to serve.

Ms. Frere you suggested that Calvert County citizens call the commissioners voicing their concerns. That is a good idea; however let us also call Congressman Elijah Cummings who has served the citizens of Baltimore since 1983.

Let us also call Congressman Steny Hoyer who has served many constituents in Prince Georges County since 1967, and please do not forget to call State Senator Mike V. Miller who has served many of the same citizens since 1975. The city of Baltimore and Prince George’s County schools are one and two in Maryland where academic results are atrocious at best. Folks, as long as better results in underserved jurisdictions are not attained you can bet that your state and federal taxes will continue to be high and your Calvert County education problems will continue to be an issue.

Please call these three politicians and tell them to exert their influence in their jurisdictions so that educational woes that have existed throughout their tenures can be eliminated. If they do the right thing a mammoth amount of federal and state tax dollars can be reallocated to other jurisdictions throughout Maryland; otherwise many more Groundhog Days will be the outlook for Calvert County parents and teachers. Of course we should also be vigilant in Calvert County governance, however, please do not lose sight of the forest for the trees.

Please inform all elected officials that prudent governance that insures excellence in education is the right thing to do for all of God’s Children!

After all, we are the people.

Dear Editor, As the school year draws to an end, I am certain many parents are searching for that perfect gift for their child’s teacher. A sincere “Thank You” goes a long way. So many teachers go above and beyond, every day, to give our children the best education possible. As a classroom volunteer, I know how hard our teachers work each day.

Many stay after, planning the next week’s lesson, making copies, and displaying their students’ works on bulletin boards. I thought it would be fitting to recognize the many amazing teachers here in Calvert County. Your efforts do not go unnoticed. We support you and appreciate all that you do for our children.

Our daughter was blessed to have Mrs. Jaime Flores for her 4th grade teacher at Windy Hill Elementary School. Mrs. Flores has been a positive influence in our daughter’s education

from day one. She is one of those teachers that you hope your child has. She is kind. She is fun. She is tolerant. She is encouraging. She is forgiving. She instills in each student, a life long love for learning.

I was honored to witness this wonderful teacher guide her students throughout the year. I am reminded of a statement Mrs. Flores made at the beginning of the year: “Our class is like a family.

We take care of each other.”

If only every child could know this kind of compassion at school. Thank you, Mrs. Flores.

Parents, if your child has a wonderful teacher; someone who has made a difference in their lives, please be sure to let them know how much you appreciate them.

Sincerely, Rosie Wynne-Meador Chesapeake Beach

John Petralia Sunderland

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Minibel Bast, 85 Minibel Harrison Bast, age 85, of Galesville passed away June 6, 2015, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. She was born Jan. 20, 1930, in Talbot County to Leslee D. and Jenny Ruth (Butler) Harrison.

Minibel was raised in Galesville and graduated from Southern High School. She married Raymond Bast in 1948, and they made their home in Galesville. Minibel was employed as a secretary for Anne Arundel County Public Schools for 29 years. She was a member of Galesville U.M. Church.

Minibel was an excellent seamstress, and also enjoyed doing crafts and crossword puzzles.Most of all, Minibel loved spending time with her family and friends.

Minibel is survived by her husband, Raymond, sons Robert E. Bast and wife Gerry of Shady Side and R. Michael Bast and wife Donna of Nanjemoy; and daughters Bonnie Greenwell and husband Maurice of Deale, Gini Simmons and husband Bobby of Churchton and Leslie Rae Lewis and husband Kirk of Deale.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, two sisters, and her best friend Mona Evy. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Earlene Blaylock, 77

Earlene Elizabeth Blaylock, age 77, of Lusby passed away June 16, 2015, at Washington Hospital Center. Born July 19, 1937, in Prince

Frederick, she was the daughter of the late Earl Stewart McCready and Ethel Marie (Thomas) McCready.

Earlene was a very active member of Olivet United Methodist Church. She loved being outdoors in the garden and spending time with her family and her dog Chloe.

Earlene loved the home she built with her husband Harold.

Earlene is survived by her children, Robin Dawn Hall and her husband Dale and Katherine Ann Hall and her husband John; her grandchildren, Skyler Dawn Yetter (Joey), Melanie Ann Bozick (Alex) and Daniel John Hall; great-grandchildren, Cameron Blair, Rileigh Grace, Brody Matthew, Keera Rose, Griffin Piers Robert, Harper Marina, Kayley Ann and a great granddaughter due in October; and her sister, Ethel Yvonne Armstrong.

In addition to her parents, Earlene was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Dean Blaylock; and her siblings, Betty Lou McCready, Victor McCready, Earl S. McCready, Jr., Shirley Ann Miller, Rose Marie Haglauer, Brenda Lee Johnson and Larry Gene McCready.

Memorial contributions may be made Olivet United Methodist Church, 13575 Olivet Road, Lusby, MD 20657 or Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Catherine Casey, 69

Catherine Antonia Casey, age 69, of Dunkirk passed away June 15, 2015, at Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton. She was

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born July 16, 1945, in Washington, D.C., to James Finnie and Ruth Emma (Young) Casey.

Catherine was raised in Arlington, VA, and graduated from Yorktown High School before attending Waynesburg College in Pennsylvania. She lived in Virginia until moving to Fairhaven in 1973. She was employed as an administrative clerk with the Department of Defense at the Pentagon and retired in 2007 after 30 years of service.

She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in North Beach, where she was active in the Ladies of Charity for many years. She enjoyed reading, horror movies and her cats.

She is survived by a sister Joyce D. Svedberg of Dunkirk, brothers James F. Casey, Jr. of Centreville and Timothy E. Casey of Port Perry, Ontario, Canada. Also surviving are a nephew James P. Casey of Denton and three great-nephews.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Don Chaney, 79

Charles Donald “Don” Chaney, age 79, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away June 18, 2015 at Washington Hospital Center. He was born January 13, 1936 in Washington DC to Edward W. and Dorothy H. Chaney.

Don was raised in Washington, attended public school and played high school football. He married Patricia Anne Clarke in Washington, DC, and they resided in Prince Georges’ County. Patricia passed away in 1986. In 1989, Don married Diane Harper and they resided in Dunkirk, MD. Diane passed away in 1994. After Diane’s, death he moved to Chesapeake Beach.

Don was a self-employed painting contractor in the area until his retirement.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed golfing and watching football and baseball.

He was preceded in death by a brother John. Surviving are two daughters Angela Rutley and her husband James of Beaver Dam, VA and grandchildren Taylor, Lauren and Nicholas; and daughter Kimberly Burt and her husband Jeremy of Marion, OH; and grandchildren Jeremy, Jr., Charles and Kayla Burt; sisters Cathy and Mary Joyce and brothers Bill, Bob and Richard.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Lenny Davis, 73 Lenora “Lenny” Davis, age 73, of Centreville passed away June 18, 2015, in Easton. She was born Nov. 23, 1941, in Washington, D.C., to Albert and Wilma (Newman) Blumenthal.

Lenny was raised in the D.C. area and graduated from Anacostia High School. She married Joseph Patrick Davis July 14, 1973, and they lived in Suitland, Clinton, Dunkirk, and Centreville for the past 12 years. She was employed as a health insurance and benefits supervisor for Teamsters International Union in Washington, D.C., for 30 years, retiring Jan. 1, 1999. She enjoyed collecting CocaCola memorabilia, playing the slots in Dover and spending time with her family and friends.

Lenny is survived by a son Joseph P. Davis, Jr., grandson Joseph P. Davis III, both of Annapolis, sisters Carol Kirkland of Waldorf and Gertrude “Trudy” Perry of Garrisonville, VA, and brother Alan Blumenthal and wife Audrey of Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph P. Davis and a daughter Lisa Lynn Green.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Rick Nelson, 65

Hooper Reagan “Rick” Nelson, age 65, of Lusby, passed away from cancer on Fri., June 19, 2015 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick. Born April 13, 1950 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of Elizabeth Potter and the late Joseph Nelson.

Rick was a faithful member and a deacon of Southern Calvert Baptist Church, Lusby.

He enjoyed fishing and carving ducks.

Rick is survived by his wife Laurie Garner Nelson, of Lusby; his mother Elizabeth Potter; and his sisters, Sheila Nelson, of Piney Point, MD; Betty Joe Barbeau, of Tea, SD and Marion McFann, of Piney Point, MD. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Daniel, Rodger, Randall and Timothy Nelson and his sister, Sharon Nelson.

Memorial contributions may be made in Rick’s memory to Southern Calvert Baptist Church.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Dollie Eleam, 74 Dollie Morris Eleam, age 74, of Harwood, died in Harwood on May 11, 2015. She was born in Algoma, WV to the late Edgar and Georgia Irene Puckett Morris.

Dollie lived in Las Vegas before moving to this area in 1997. She had been employed as a server in several restaurants including The Ascot in Washington, DC, where she worked for over 15 years.

Dollie was an animal lover and she enjoyed putting puzzles together, eating out with her family, the color blue and daisies. She was a member of Christian Fellowship of Calvert.

She is survived by her life-long love, John Gaimari of Washington, DC; daughters, Denita Eleam of Harwood, Angela Eleam of Baltimore, and Paula Ennis, also of Harwood; brother, Eddie Morris and his wife, Theresa of Harlem, GA; sisters, Melva Davis and her husband, David of Columbia, SC and Sheiliah Fritz and her husband, Steve of Rockledge, FL. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Cody Turner, Ariel Eleam, and Jospeh, Nicolas and Alyssa Ennis.

Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Dorothy Dempsey, 84

Dorothy Marie Dempsey, age 84, of Arnold passed away June 15, 2015, at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She was born Dec. 10, 1930 in Owings to Walter Compton and Ethel Marie (Phipps) Dorsey.

Dorothy attended Anne Arundel

County Public Schools. She was employed in commercial line rating for Nationwide Insurance in Annapolis for over 10 years. She was later the secretary to the vice president of sales at Revel Craft Manufacturing Company in Arnold for 10 years, and worked at Honeywell in Annapolis as their accounting director for 15 years, retiring in 1989.

She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church in Arnold, where she was the Sunday school superintendent and teacher, and also sang in the choir. In her leisure time, Dorothy enjoyed gardening, flowers, and reading.

She is survived by sons Walter F. Dempsey of Pasadena, and Michael E. Dempsey of LaGrange, GA, three granddaughters and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by sisters Virginia Taylor, and Evelyn and Marydelle Dorsey, and brothers Melvin and Robert Dorsey.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Sonny Kirby, 80

Alfred “Sonny” Allen Kirby, Sr., age 80, passed away June 9, 2015, at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. He was born Sept. 27, 1934, in

Margaret Mister, 84

Margaret Mary Mister, age 84, of Lusby and affectionately known as Grandma passed away June 11, 2015, at Calvert Memorial

Hospital in Prince Frederick. Born Oct. 24, 1930, in Hollywood, MD, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Copsey and Ruth (Wible) Copsey.

Even though she was born and raised in Hollywood, she moved to the Solomons area where she has resided for more than 60 years.

Her current residence has been in Lusby with her husband of 33 years, Bobby Mister.

She raised her five children and worked outside the home as a waitress for many, many, years. She has worked at the Roy Roger’s in Solomons for more than 25 years.

Everyone who came into Roy’s always asked for Grandma so they could get their dose of hugs and kisses. She also gave everyone a good dose of feistiness. Her work ethic is an inspiration to everyone.

She especially loved the Christmas Eve tradition of dinner with her children and grandchildren. There was always good food, laughter, and lots of shenanigans. The family will always keep that tradition going.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Robert L. “Bobby” Mister of Lusby; children, Deacon Chad and Bobbie Martin of Owings, Pat and J. C. Abell of

Charlottesville, VA. Sonny was raised by his grandfather and attended public schools in Virginia, and later moved to Washington, D.C., with his family.

He entered the United States Air Force in February 1951. He married Georgetta May in 1954 and they lived in Capitol Heights, until moving to Lothian in 1975.

Sonny was employed as a truck driver primarily for sand and gravel companies.

He was a member of Teamster’s Local 639

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Sonny is survived by a daughter Sheila M. Barrier and husband Ron of Selbyville, DE, and sons Alfred A. Kirby, Jr., and wife Reda of Baltimore, and William Tebo of Virginia.

Also surviving are a sister Janet Shatzer of Arlington, VA, numerous grand and greatgrandchildren, and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife Georgetta May Kirby, daughters Debra Earwicker and Patricia Bowen and son Kenneth Smith.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Mister Continued California, MD, Darlene Martin and John Kutay of Joppa, and Joe Martin of Lusby; brothers, John and Joe Copsey; sisters, Bibby Thompson, Mary Hill, Clare Wallace and Peggy Faunce; eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Francis “Buckwheat” Martin.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Richard Pease, 72

Richard Thomas Pease, age 72, of Friendship, died Mon., June 8, 2015 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Born on Aug. 25, 1942 in Middle River to the late Spencer and Muriel Pease, Richard was a graduate of Westminster High School and served in the Army National Guard in Cronhardt and Phoenix, MD. He worked as a machinist for Illinois Tool Works for over 30 years before retiring in 2003. Richard has spent the past forty years building his 46-foot sailboat, Shenanigans II, and enriching the lives of his family, friends, and the boating community with his energy, wit, and humor.

He is survived by his brother, Robert Pease; daughter, Barclay Gibbs and her husband, Anthony along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Richard is remembered with love by his dear friends, Brian and Stephanie Heller along with many other close friends.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his siblings, Beth Adkinson and Linda Cannon.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake

(hospicechesapeake.org).

George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled.

Betty Robinson, 80

Betty Lee Robinson, age 80, of Owings passed away June 14, 2015, at her home surrounded by family. She was born Sept. 12, 1934, in Prince Frederick to Phillip Henry and Gladys Emily (Stinnett) Dalrymple.

Betty was employed as a certified nursing assistant at Calvert Memorial Hospital as well as various nursing centers in the county.

She was a member of Lower Marlboro U.M. Church. Betty enjoyed yard sales and often found great treasures. She also enjoyed tending to her garden, watching and listening to the birds and spending time with her family especially her grand and greatgrandchildren.

She is survived by children Charles Dalrymple and wife Loretta of Prince Frederick; Robert Lee Robinson, Sr., and wife Sandra of Owings; James Dean Robinson and wife Frances of Huntingtown; and William Michael Robinson and wife Vivian of Owings. Also surviving are six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one sister and four brothers.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Bessie Schmidt, 77

Bessie Mae Schmidt, age 77, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away June 9, 2015, at Washington Hospital Center.

She was born Feb.

4, 1938, in Cumberland to Silas and Effie Nield.

Bessie was raised in Cumberland and graduated from Ft. Hill High School. Bessie moved to the Washington area and was employed as a purchasing agent with the Department of the Navy until retiring. On April 18, 1992, she married Carroll Eugene “Gene” Schmidt in Holland Point. After their marriage they resided in Chesapeake Beach.

Bessie enjoyed watching Fox News and Baltimore Ravens football. She also enjoyed looking after the neighbor’s children Amanda and Briana.

Bessie is survived by children Toni Shinski and Scott Browne of Chesapeake Beach; step children Joy Pauley and her husband Mike of Lusby; Dawn Sando of Roanoke Rapids, NC; and Bryan Schmidt of Laurel; and grandchildren Kimberly Pauley of Lusby; Bryan Schmidt, Jr.; and Alexis Schmidt of Laurel; brother William Nield of Beaver Falls, PA.; and sister Delores Barnhart of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband Gene Oct. 20, 2012, and a son Jerry Browne.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Gerry Schuh, 82

Gerald “Gerry” Michael Schuh, age 82 of Solomons, passed away June 15, 2015, in Leonardtown.

He was born Sept. 9, 1932, in Baltimore, to the late Gerald Joseph and Emma (Miller) Schuh.

Gerry is survived by his loving wife Gloria (Manuel) Schuh, and three stepchildren, Terry, Daryl and Ashley Manuel.

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Bobby Stowell, 46

Robert “Bobby” Stowell passed away suddenly at his home in Tampa, Florida on June 10, 2015.

Bobby was born in Maryland on Nov. 11, 1968 and lived most of his live in South County until his recent move to Tampa, FL this past year.

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children: Scott Blacklin (Clifton VA), Michael Bramson (Bloomfield Hills MI), Heidi Walker (Charleston SC) Robert Schuh (deceased), Edward Schuh (Dallas TX) and Christi Schuh (Ft. Lauderdale FL).

Gerry had 17 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Gerry also had a twin brother, John and younger brother James, both deceased.

Gerry and John were very close, and this extended to John’s son, Jeffrey Schuh, daughter, Jacqueline (Schuh) Reimers, and their extended family.

Gerry graduated from Towson Catholic High School in 1949 where he played football. He went on to serve in the U.S. Coast Guard. Gerry loved people, and his long professional career always embraced the challenges and rewards that come from various forms of engagement – including insurance, import-export, sales and business development. He was quick to laugh and had a great sense of humor.

Gerry enjoyed outdoor sports of all kinds and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was particularly skilled at skeet shooting and won awards in world and Florida State competitions.

A memorial service will be held at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Ln., Lusby, on Fri., June 26, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

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A graduate of Southern High School, he went on to become a home improvement contractor.

Bobby loved his daughter, Brooke, his dog, Gia, and the Washington Redskins.

He is survived by his daughter, Brooke; his two brothers, John, of Virginia, and Jimmy, of Deale; three sisters, Deborah Gardner of North Carolina, Sherry Hines, and Rebecca Pilkerton.

Robert was predeceased by his parents James and Patricia Stowell.

George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Jim Summers, 82 Hilliard James Summers Jr., 82, of Prince Frederick passed away Sunday June 14, 2015, at his residence surrounded by his adoring family.

He was born in Caseyville, IL, Oct. 31, 1933, to the late Hilliard and Goldie Summers.

Jim was honored to be a retired Navy veteran and to have served his country in the Korean and Vietnam wars.

He is survived by brothers Holton, Donald, Walter and sisters Dorothy and Christine, Beloved wife Connie Summers, Devoted Father to Roxanne, Craig, Clay, Cory, Tracey, Tammy, and James (Moose) and loved by 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother Irving Summers.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Nanny Townsend, 66 Carolyn Ann “Nanny” Townsend, age 66, of Chesapeake Beach, died in Clinton, June 4, 2015. She was born Oct. 20, 1948.

Nanny had lived in Blacksburg and Christiansburg, VA, before moving to Maryland five years ago. She was a homemaker who enjoyed playing Bingo, listening to country music (especially Elvis) and spending time with her grandchildren.

Nanny is survived by her son, Joseph H. Townsend, Jr. of Lanham; daughters, Catherine Quesenberry and her husband, Wayne of Floyd, VA, and Theresa Wetklow and her husband, Kevin of Chesapeake Beach; brothers, John Rieder and his wife Cori of Odenton, and Martin Townsend of Floyd, VA; sisters, Julie Early of Floyd, VA, and Patricia Jenkins and her

husband Jim, also of Floyd. Nanny has eight grandchildren, Travis and Cody Quesenberry, Jonathan, Tessa and Kirsten Townsend and Kevin, Rachel and Megan (I am her favorite) Wetklow.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Jospeh Howard Townsend, Sr., her father, martin John Townsend and her grandmother, Anna Williams.

Raymond Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Benjamin DeLozier, 90 Benjamin DeLozier, age 90, of Lusby, passed away Sat., June 20, 2015, at his home with his family by his side.

A specialist in Local 100, the Sheet Metal Works Union, he designed, created and produced many unique projects.

He was also a member of American Legion Post 274 in Lusby and served in World War II. He was a member of the Trinity Assembly of God Church, serving on the Board, and as a greeter and usher. He enjoyed fishing, boating, traveling, camping and family time.

He was the beloved husband to Arthella DeLozier and loving father to Marsha Lee Stiner, Melody Ann Eckman and her husband Jeffrey David, Mark Steven DeLozier and his wife Cheryl Lynn, Todd Benjamin DeLozier and his wife Jamison, Keith Southworth and Kirk Southworth and his wife Denise. He was a grandfather to 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grand child. He was the brother of Mattie Lee Roby, Otis Beckstein DeLozier. Rebecca Elvie Musser and the late Annette Lovell, Nora Agnes Myronick and Mary Elizabeth “Betsy” Valtos.

The family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD 20736, on Fri., June 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Additional viewing will be held at Trinity Assembly of God Church, 7800 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD 20706 on Saturday, June 27, from 1:00 p.m. until start of funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Lee Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Lou Williams, 89 Lucille (Lou) Cook Williams, age 89 of Lusby, passed away on Oct.15, 2014 in Washington, D.C. She was born Sept.

9, 1925, in Winston Salem, NC, to the late Thelma Grubbs and Joseph Benjamin Cook.

She was the loving wife to Jack Williams for 55 years.

She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite pastimes were; gardening, flower-arranging, decorating, and crafts. She loved animals as well as all living things and, of course, the Olive Garden.

She is survived by her loving daughters, Carol Lynn Thomas (Edward Lee) of Lusby, Beth Ann Phifer of Lusby and Jill W. Stackhouse (Christopher Bryan) of Middlebury, VT. She had five grandchildren: Jon Dustin Kennett, Nicholas Arron Thomas, Jack Glidden Kennett (Rebecca Brooke Jimmo), Whitney Lynn Thomas,

and Joseph Benjamin Phifer. One Great Grandchild: Justin Landon Jimmo.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Barbara Williams, 73 Barbara Lee Williams, age 73, passed peacefully away at the home of her daughter and son in-law, Donna & Joseph Bugarski of Huntingtown June 7, 2015. She was born Feb. 21, 1942.

Barbara will lovingly be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor.

She is survived by two daughters, Donna (Joseph) Bugarski of Huntingtown, Judith (John) Miller of Lothian, two sons, David (Nancy) Seifert and Joseph Seifert, both of Waldorf, six grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

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What’s The Proper Way to Conduct a Meeting?

It is annual meeting time for many community organizations. This may also be a time to elect new officers, including a recording secretary. Several readers have asked me what is the most effective way to record meeting minutes? I did some research, and here are suggested guidelines I’ve come up with for recording minutes during meeting/group deliberations.

The purpose of Minutes is to record what was done during the meeting, not what was said.

Start with your Minutes by recording the kind of meeting (regular or special, etc.); name of the group; date of the meeting, time, location and place of the meeting; members present and make note those who are excused or absent; name of meeting chair; state if a quorum is present; and status of the previous minutes.

Each subject that was taken up during the meeting should have a separate paragraph.

The order of recording the minutes, however, does not need to reflect the order the topics were discussed during the meeting. The last paragraph of the minutes should state the time of adjournment and place/time set for the next meeting. The minutes should then be signed by the secretary. In some groups the president also signs the minutes if the group approves of such. This is optional based on the wishes of the group. At the next meeting, minutes of the previous meeting are approved. If the group meets infrequently or if it is an annual meeting, approval of the minutes can be delegated to the executive committee.

How are reports supposed to be addressed?

Reports from committees that need no action can be recorded in the minutes as received.

Do not include contents of the reports in the minutes. A very short summary about the committee report’s contents may be recorded in

the minutes.

Treasurer’s reports are heard and placed on file for audit. Do not include details in the minutes.

The secretary should record balance on hand in the various accounts. Any recommendations for action from committee reports or individuals must be recorded and kind of action taken on any of those recommendations.

What about the handling of Motions?

Motions are to be recorded, that is, detail how the motion was disposed of or handled by the group. Was it adopted, not approved, tabled, withdrawn, sent back to committee for further review? The name of the person making the motion and the seconder do not have to be recorded in the minutes, although it is absolutely acceptable to do so. Abstentions or dissents to motions that are adopted are only recorded at the request of the abstainer or dissenter.

Minutes are the official record of group deliberations and must be maintained permanently.

It is important that all members of a group know the guidelines for recording minutes and responsibilities of all the officers. Groups should consult their bylaws and polices and procedures for more information about responsibilities of its recording secretary and other officers. Being informed about such details helps meetings flow decently and in order.

We hope you have an exciting and productive meeting!

About the Author: Annette Jones Funn: Ever since she was a little girl, she’s asked a lot of questions so that’s why we call this: The Question Column. Annette is CoPresident of the League of Women Voters, Vice Chair of the Calvert County Commission for Women, CoFounder of Concerned Black Women, a Friend of the Calvert Library, Calvert Historical Society, Calvert Marine Museum, supporter of Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, local church Clerk and Trustees chair. She is a retired scientist from the US Food and Drug Administration. Annette and her husband Malcolm live in Chesapeake Beach.

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Where to Celebrate July 4th Fireworks, flags, food and fun make up Calvert County’s Independence Day celebration and this year you can celebrate two nights in a row!

On Fri., July 3, visit Chesapeake Beach for one of the largest fireworks displays on the Chesapeake Bay. Fireworks can be viewed from any spot along the water in Chesapeake Beach, North Beach and Breezy Point. Spend the afternoon playing at the Chesapeake Beach Waterpark or at one of the public beaches.

Join family, neighbors and friends for a special fireworks display at dusk. The Chesapeake

Beach Water Park is open until 10 p.m. for this event.

On Sat., July 4, the Solomons Business Association (SBA) proudly sponsors the Solomons fireworks display beginning around 9 p.m. Given the height of this spectacular show, people located anywhere on the island will have a good view. Vehicular traffic on the island will be restricted. Parking will be available in the grassy area of Glascock Field for $10/car with proceeds benefitting Boy Scout Troop 451 and SBA Fireworks.

Changes in Traffic for Fireworks The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office advises that they have developed a plan to deal with heavy traffic for the local fireworks.

Chesapeake Beach Fireworks, Fri. July 3 The traffic plan is set up to eliminate all left hand turns on a portion of Route 261 going through the Twin Beaches, eliminating the need to stop traffic randomly and enabling traffic to flow with minimal stopping. The centerline of Route 261 will be blocked with delineation devices that will prohibit vehicles from making U-turns.

Traffic north of Route 260 along Route 261 on the east side of Route 261 must make right turns and exit left on 5th Street to Boyd’s Turn Road to Route 260. Traffic on the west side of Route 261 must make a right turn and exit on 27th Street to G Street to Route 260.

Traffic south of Route 260 along Route 261 on the east side of Route 261 must make a right

turn and must turn left onto Route 260. Traffic on the west side of Route 261 must turn right and continue along Route 261 to Summer City Blvd or continue south to Ponds Wood Road and proceed to Maryland Route 4.

In case of rain, the Twin Beaches will hold the celebration on July 5.

Solomons Fireworks, Sat., July 4 All southbound traffic will be prohibited from gaining access to Solomons Island for approximately one hour after the fireworks display ends.

There will be a sign on the north end of Glascock Field indicating the exit on that end of the field will be for St. Mary’s County traffic only. The road in front of the Solomons Island Visitor Center will be shut down completely from the St. Mary’s exit from Glascock Field to Rt. 2.

Shady Side Hosts Independence Day Parade This traditional small town Independence Day Parade has become a local South County favorite event for the 4th of July. Everyone is invited to participate with a float, motorized vehicle, decorated bike, band or as a walking/ marching group. Sign up for judging is free at the staging areas starting at 9:15 a.m. on the day of the parade. Floats should line up down Cedarhurst Road, motorized vehicles should line up down West River Road and bikes and walkers should meet at the Soft Serve next to

Renno’s Market. The road will close at 9:50 a.m., the parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. and will last approximately one hour, ending at the Shady Side Community Center.

This is a free event sponsored by the Shady Side Community Center and through donations. If you have any questions, please contact Eddy at (443) 370-8720 or George at (410) 703-3083 or visit Shady Side Community Center on Facebook for a route map.

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Tom Crowl, Comedy Ventriloquist: If you need a laugh, don’t miss this lightning-fast improv with audience participation. Safe for the kids and fun for everyone! Most engaging for ages 5 and up. Tue, Jun. 30: 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Northeast Community Center, Chesapeake Beach and 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Dept.; Wed., Jul. 1: 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Patuxtent Elementary School and 7:00-8:00 p.m. at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick. For more info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvertlib.md.us.

The Eye of the Artist: The watercolor paintings of Jacquelyn Dinora are on exhibit for July at Artworks@7th in North Beach. The show consists of the artist’s hyper-realistic, still life paintings. The free show opening reception is Sat., Jul. 11, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Ave., North Beach. Gallery hours: Thu., Sat., and Sun., 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Fri. 11:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. For more info call (410)286-5278 or visit artworksat7th.com.

Monday Memories: House and Garden Tours Mondays in July. 10:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:00-2:00 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park and

Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. For more info call (410) 586-8578 or visit jefpat. org.

Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab Tours: Thursdays in July. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00-2:00 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. For more info call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat. org.

Charity Show: Mary Beth Harry Scholarship Fundraiser Show July 8-Aug. 2. Opening reception July 11, 5:00-8:00 p.m. CalvART Gallery, Prince Frederick Shopping Center, 110 Solomon’s Island Rd. Open Wed.-Sun. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed on Mon.-Tue. Phone (410) 535-9252.

Summer Fun Days: Children’s Programs 10:00-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, Jul. 9, 16, 23 and 30. Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave. Call (410) 257-3892 for info.

Indian Village Demonstrations: Saturdays, July 11, 18, and 25. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515

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and then guide attendees through the rest of the glazing/firing process. No experience needed and all materials are provided. Fee for Calvert Artists Guild members is $35 and for the public is $45. 10:00 a.m.Noon. Mt. Hope Community Center, 104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunderland.

Crafts & Campfire on the Beach: Free and open to all children. 6:30 p.m. Near the Welcome Center at 5th & Bay Ave. in North Beach.

Sat., Jun.S 27aturday, June 27 Shredding Event: Destroy unwanted paper and documents to help prevent identity theft. Calvert County residents only; no business accepted. All paper accepted; no limit per resident. 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Appeal Landfill, 401 Sweetwater Rd., Lusby.

Companion Planting: Learn about mutually beneficial crop relationships; keep pests away while attracting beneficial insects; enhance the health of garden soil; have great tasting veggies! Free program 10:00-11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. For more info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvertlib. md.us.

Drug Awareness Workshop: Death by Heroin-The Calvert County Story. Learn information that could save a life. Free, open to the public. Lunch provided. No pre-registration. 10:00 a.m.-Noon, EastJohn Youth Center, 11835 Mill Bridge Rd., Lusby.For more info call (410) 326-2987.

Raku Fire Clay Workshop: Go home with a Raku teacup that you fired. Presented by the Calvert Artists Guild, Ray Bogle will provide a brief presentation about Raku

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2015 Women’s Conference: Pastor Violet O. Jones invites you to this event entitled “Women Knowing Their Spiritual Gifts.”

1st Corinthians 12:1-11 & 28. $25 includes program of guest speakers and lunch. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Chesapeake City of Praise Church, 4100 3rd St., North Beach. For tickets or more information, (301) 412-4443 or email Gloria Lewis at glolu@verizon.net.

Cornhole Tournament in Memory of Linda Verdin Burke: This hometown Calvert County girl passed away after a car accident May 13 on Broomes Island Rd. This tournament is to raise funds for her four beloved children. $20/team. 12:30 p.m. Bucket Sportsbar, 12020 Rousby Hall Rd., Lusby. If you cannot attend, consider making a donation to the Burke Family Children Trust at Community Bank of the Chesapeake. For information visit the Cornhole Tournament in Memory of Linda Verdin Burke facebook page or call Heather at (410) 610-8363.

Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail: Sail aboard the skipjack Dee of St. Mary’s leaving from the museum dock. 2:00–

Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. For more info call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org.

Cosmos: Imagining the Universe Through Jul. 26. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-4640 or visit annmariegarden.org.

Early Women of Architecture in Maryland: Jul. 1-Aug. 29, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. For more info call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat. org.

Heroes & Villains: Exploring Archetypes through Art Through Aug. 23. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-4640 or visit annmariegarden.org.

6th Annual Fairies in the Garden: Through Sep. 7. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 3264640 or visit annmariegarden.org.

Chesapeake Beach Water Park Friday Night Slides: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays, July 10, 17, 24, 31. (410) 257-1404 4:00 p.m. $25 /ages 13 and up, $15/ children 8–12. No children under 8 please.

Preregistration required, call (410) 3262042 ext. 41 to register. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. For more info visit calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Texas Hold ‘EM: $100 buy-in. Check in 3:30 p.m. game starts at 4:00 p.m. Hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Food will be available. Public welcome. For more information, call Karen Miller (301) 855-0188. ALpost206.org.

Fourth Annual Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation unite@night walk: Starts at 7:30 p.m. at the pavilion on the boardwalk in North Beach. Register or donate on line at unitenight.kintera.org/northbeach or starting at 5:30 p.m. on the day of the walk.

Chesapeake Railway Band will provide music. For more info, see csfinfo.org or call Shirley Cleaver on (301) 651-0117.

Mon., 29 - Thu., 2 , July 2 MonJun. , June 29 -Jul. Thurs Dirt Alert: All Hands In! It all begins with the words “Imagine if…” Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be someone else, or even something else? Open your mind and bring your imagination to life. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Summer Camp at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. $135. For more info call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org.

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Astronomy Night: Jupiter will be passing close enough to Venus to get both in the telescope’s field of view! See what the night sky has to offer in the field behind Fairview with cool telescopes. Learn about the equipment. 8:30-9:30 p.m. Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Owings. (410) 257-2101.

Thu., Jul. 2Thursday, July 2 Capture That Critter: The Maryland Biodiversity Project needs help documenting all the plants and animals of Maryland. Teens will have fun exploring the park as they capture animals on camera.

Ages 10-13 yrs. Free for Calvert Nature Society members; Nonmembers/ $8 per person.10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Flag Ponds Nature Park, 1525 Flag Ponds Parkway, Lusby. Reservations: (410) 535-5327.

Cuba: Land of Eccentricity and Enigma: Christopher P. Baker, the world’s foremost authority on Cuba travel and culture, will make a presentation of his travels to Cuba. 7:00 p.m. North Beach Town Hall, 8916 Chesapeake Ave. Free. For more information visit christopherpbaker.com

performance at 10:00 a.m. at the Thomas Stone National Historic Site, 6655 Rose Hill Rd. in Port Tobacco. Contact Larry Brown, Director, (301) 855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net for more information. The public is invited.

Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks: 6:30-10:00 p.m. Solomons Island.

Fireworks Cruise: Come aboard the Wm. B. Tennison at the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons for the best view in town.

Bring a picnic basket if you like with your favorite food and libations. Chips, dips and drinks provided. $30/ person. No children under 7. 8:00 p.m. till... Rain date is Sun., Jul. 5. Advance registration required by Wed., Jul. 1. For more info or to purchase cruise tickets, contact Melissa McCormick at (410) 326-2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@ co.cal.md.us.

Mon., Fri.,6Jul. MJul. on,6J–uly - F10ri, July 10 Archaeology Explorers: Learn more at this summer camp than just the basics of archaeology as explorations are taken to the next level. Discover how archaeologists

identify and excavate sites. Follow the artifacts into the MAC Lab to clean, identify them and uncover the stories they have to tell. Work with JPPM’s staff. $135.

9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard. For more info call (410) 5868501 or visit jefpat.org.

Mon., Jul., 6July – Thu., 9 , July 9 Mon 6 -Jul. Thurs Herpetology Camp: Children entering grades 1-2 can explore the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians as they play games and use seine nets, dip nets and traps to safely view these animals.

There will be encounters with live animals every day. $150/ Calvert Nature Society members; $180/ nonmembers. 9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. Flag Ponds Nature Park, 1525 Flag Ponds Parkway, Lusby. Reservations: (410) 535-5327.

Wed., Jul. 8, –July Fri., 8 Jul.- 10 Wedn Fri, July 10 Camp Phoenix: A three-day camp for grieving children and teens, ages 7 to 15 at Kings Landing Park in Huntingtown. For more information, please contact Melinda Ruppert at (410) 535-0892 x2201.

Friday, July 3 Independence Day Celebration: 11 a.m.9:30 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Water Park.

Info call (410 257-1404.

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Fireworks: At dusk in the Bay off Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa/Rod ‘N’ Reel. Sponsored by the Town of Chesapeake Beach.

Sat., Jul. 4 Saturday, July 4 Maker’s Market: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 3264640 or visit annmariegarden.org.

Shady Side Independence Day Parade: Sponsored by the Shady Side Community Center, the annual parade runs through the streets of downtown Shady Side – starting at Cedarhurst Rd. and ending at the Shady Side Community Center on Snug Harbor Rd. Floats, celebrities, politicians, marchers, clowns, bicyclists and decorated vehicles will all be participating. Each float or vehicle will be assigned a number and a position the morning of the parade.

Trophies and ribbons will be awarded.

10:00 a.m. downtown Shady Side. Free.

Info: (410) 867-2599.

All workshops start at 5:00 p.m.

Thurs., June 25 Social Security: Your Questions Answered Thurs., Aug. 27 Retirement by Design Thurs., Sept. 24 Tax-Free Investing; It's not what you make, it's what you keep 162 Main St., Suite 1 Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Chesapeake Community Chorus: This all-volunteer chorus performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. Next

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