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Authorities are trying to piece together what happened leading up to an Owings man shooting and killing his wife and two-year-old daughter, critically injuring his son, and then killing himself. The quiet, upscale neighborhood where they lived remains in shock following the tragedy, and neighbors are rallying to do something to help the son, who remains hospitalized. The Chesapeake Current’s exclusive story on page 12…

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Two local ﬁre departments will be hosting old-time summer carnivals in August as fundraisers. They’re fun for the entire family while helping a good cause! Now Through Saturday, August 4 Annual Carnival fundraiser hosted by the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. 5th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues in North Beach. Tuesday, August 7 – Saturday, August 11 Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department Carnival at Calvert Middle School/Solomons Island Road. Over 40 attractions, rides, games and foods. Wristbands allow you to ride all you want every night. $22 per person. Midway admission is free. 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday; Friday and Saturday, 6:00 p.m. – midnight. Turn to page 22 for more fun events in the Chesapeake Current’s Out & About section…

Also Inside 3 Community 7 On The Water 9 Pride and Joy 10 Taking Care of Business 12 Cover Story 14 Letters 17 Remembering Family & Friends 20 Business Directory 21 Music/Arts Calendar 22 Out & About

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Permanent Police Chief Named Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold has decided that Larry W. Tolliver - the former Police Chief - is his pick to become the county's Chief of Police once again. Just days before, as we reported in the last Chesapeake Current, Leopold named Major Pamela Davis of Lothian as the new Acting Chief of Police following the retirement of James Teare Sr. Davis. She was supposed to begin as Acting Chief August 1, the date of Teare’s retirement. However, Leopold named Tolliver Chief effective July 29, so Davis will not have the opportunity to serve. She would have been Anne Arundel County’s first female Police Chief. In a written statement, Leopold said, “Larry Tolliver is a law enforcement veteran with 39 years of experience and, as a former county police chief, has an intimate knowledge of our police department,” Leopold said. “I am confident he can effectively lead the men and women of our police force and build on the impressive record of crime reduction established over the last six years.” Tolliver served as chief for Anne Arundel County from 1997 to 1998. He was also Superintendent of Maryland State Police from 1992 to 1995, and he was the Director of Enforcement for the Comptroller of Maryland. In addition, Tolliver was a state trooper for nearly 30 years. “This is a homecoming for me, and I am honored to have the opportunity to work with County Executive Leopold and to serve the people of Anne Arundel County,” Tolliver said in a statement. “This is a department we can be proud of, and I am excited to bring a fresh perspective to making our force even stronger.” Davis says in a statement that she looks forward to serving under Tolliver. “The appointment of a permanent chief allows the Department to move forward,” Major Davis said. “Chief Tolliver is an excellent choice. I had the pleasure of working with him at both the Maryland State Police and Anne Arundel County

Major Pamela Davis of Lothian.

New Anne Arundel County Police Chief Larry Tolliver.

Police Department, and found him to be an exceptional leader.” The news came of Teare’s retirement came in a release by state prosecutor Emmet C. Davitt, who said the state was dropping an investigation into Teare in connection with the charges facing Leopold. Anne Arundel County Executive Leopold was indicted in March on five counts by a state grand jury including four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation by a fiduciary. His trial is set to begin Sept. 4. Specifically, he's accused of misusing his protection squad to take him to parking lots for sex with another county employee, requiring them to work on his election campaign, and perform numerous other personal tasks on his behalf. The indictment details a systematic use of on-duty sworn Anne Arundel County officers as political campaign workers regularly requiring them to place, distribute and check on political campaign signs, often for several hours a day, throughout the 20I0 campaign. On several occasions, it is also alleged that officers were instructed to pick up and/or deposit campaign contribution checks. On other occasions, officers were allegedly instructed to drive Mr. Leopold to specific locations where he removed and discarded the signs of his political opponent. According to the indictment, the police officers were also instructed to create and maintain dossiers on several of Mr. Leopold's political opponents. The indictment also recounts two hospital stays for back surgery during which the County Executive required an additional police officer to work overtime to prevent one girlfriend from meeting up with his live-in partner. (Leopold is not married). The cost to Anne Arundel County for police overtime pay during these hospital stays was over $10,000.

Ribbon Cutting for North Beach Recreation Center With the Bayside Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maryland back in business and hosting a wider range of services, their building on Dayton Avenue in North Beach has been renamed the North Beach Recreation Center because of their new alliance with the Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation. The former community center across the street that Parks & Recs once used is now being rehabbed to house the expanded Bayside History Museum. The BGC closed temporarily earlier this year, but is now funded by $100,000 a year in revenue from pull-tab machines in Chesapeake Beach made possible by Maryland Senate President Thomas V. ‘Mike’ Miller Jr. [D-District 27]. For more information about BGCSM, a ‘Positive Place for Kids,’ visit them online at: bgcsm.net or contact Chief Professional Officer Joy Hill Whitaker.

Special Session on Gaming Called Gov. Martin O’Malley is calling lawmakers back to Annapolis for a special session to begin August 9 on the issue of additional gambling, which would raise millions for the cash-strapped state. In announcing the session, O’Malley said, “By moving forward on expanded gaming, we have an opportunity to create thousands of new construction jobs and as many as 2,000 permanent jobs. What's more, by acting now, we have an opportunity to secure an additional $100 million in new revenue for Maryland's #1 in the nation public schools.”

Senate President Thomas V. ‘Mike’ Miller (D-Calvert, Prince Georges) tells the Chesapeake Current that he’s taking a wait and see attitude, but is hopeful an agreement will be reached so the issue can go before voters on the November ballot. He said he expects the session to last a few days. Maryland lawmakers will be considering expanding the types of gambling to include table games such as poker, which supporters say would make the state more competitive with nearby states. Also on the table is a proposal for a new $800 million casino at National Harbor in PG County. Tuesday night, August 7 marks the 19th annual National Night Out (NNO) to honor our first responders, and learn ways to make our neighborhoods safer. For a list of local National Night Out events near you, scan the Current Code with your smart phone or visit our web site, ChesapeakeCurrent.com and search for NNO.

Local Paramedics Save Woman’s Life Members of a 20-person Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wildland firefighting crew saved the life of an unresponsive motorist in July while on a 14-day assignment in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests in northwestern Virginia. Two of them are from our area. “The heroic actions of this group in rendering emergency medical assistance aid and fighting this wildland fire are highly commendable,” said Steven W. Koehn, DNR Forestry Unit Director. While the team was returning back to their base camp following a full day of firefighting, they came across a non-responsive woman lying on the road near her smoking car. The crew’s paramedics and emergency medical technicians administered medication to restore her breathing while other members extinguished the vehicle fire, provided traffic control and scene security. The woman was

later transported by ambulance to the local hospital for further evaluation and treatment. Fire supervisors hailed the crew members as heroes at the firefighting briefing the following morning. The two local heroes are Eric F. Peterson of Lusby along with Stephen E. Stanton of Deale. Both are Paramedics with the Anne Arundel Co. Fire Dept. “According to the information we received from the local hospital emergency room following the incident, the woman would not have lived without the emergency medical assistance the crew provided,” said Mark Beals, DNR Forest Service Crew Boss. Following the roadside emergency incident, the men continued to fight wildfires in the steep and rugged landscape of George Washington and Jefferson National Forests for ten additional days in oppressive heat.

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner The Library’s A Busy Place Did you know that well over a million items were checked out last year from the Calvert County Library? You may note that I said “items” and not just books. Yes, books are still popular, but so are games, videos, e-readers, and various kinds of audio books. Yes, you can check out an e-reader at the library, with books already loaded on it. Go to: calvert.lib.md.us to learn about all the Calvert Library branches have to offer you. An impressive current offering at the Prince Frederick main branch of the Calvert Library is the Abraham Lincoln exhibit. It is a must see! This professionally crafted travelling exhibit will be in Prince Frederick through August 24th. Also, generous local collectors have lent items to the Library’s exhibit display shelves, including local artifacts left from the Civil War, photos and letters. The kick-off of the exhibit was July 12th with a Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours with costumed, docent-led tours of the exhibit and a reception featuring foods from President Lincoln’s inauguration, including oyster chowder and coconut macaroons as highlights. On a recent Saturday, I had the pleasure of introducing the retired Chief Justice of Rhode Island, Frank Williams, who was speaking about Roger Taney (pronounced Tawney), the U. S. Supreme Court Chief Justice prior to and during most of the Civil War who happened to have been a Calvert County native. Chief Justice Taney and President Abraham Lincoln did not agree about the presidential power that President Lincoln used to win the Civil War for the Union. Judge Williams’ presentation was fascinating as I realized that I knew very little about Lincoln the politician. I was hooked. I stayed for Dr. Bradley Gottfried’s discussion of Lincoln as Commander-in-Chief. He used an excellent and comprehensive PowerPoint presentation to grade Lincoln

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on the components required of a Commander-in-Chief. (He gave Lincoln a grade A). I hesitated about coming back after lunch, but earlier references to Lincoln’s decision-making about the Emancipation Proclamation piqued my desire to learn more. Harold Holzer’s savy analysis of Lincoln’s management of the release of the Emancipation Proclamation was, indeed, fascinating, and applicable to political analysis as it is practiced today as we approach the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. The last presentation of the day detailed Lincoln’s management of the Navy. I left feeling as though I had much more insight into Lincoln as a war strategist. The series of lectures, including audience questions, was videotaped and will be available in the future as a resource for Lincoln scholars, or folks like me who just want to know Lincoln and his challenges better. Yet, there is more to come. I can’t miss Bill Grimmette as Frederick Douglass. Clara Barton will be arriving as well. As I was immersed in the politics of the Civil War, I recognized what an amazing gift we have in the programs and exhibits available to us at the Calvert Library under the leadership of Pat Hofmann and the Library Board of Trustees. Library staffer Robin Truslow not only secured the grant for the travelling exhibit to make Prince Frederick one of the stops, but then she managed all the programming around the exhibit, including the lecture series I enjoyed so much. How amazing to get to see, listen to, and interact with the leading Lincoln scholars/authors of the country right here in Prince Frederick! Calvert Library is a touchstone example of a local public entity that is not just making do with less in these challenging economic times of transition, but is making more with less through grants and creative, cooperative programming. Kudos!!

Many Sides of Susan Shaw By Nick Garrett Over the past five issues of the Chesapeake Current, we’ve been offering a biographical look our five Calvert County commissioners. (Profiles of Jerry Clark, Steve Weems, Pat Nutter and Evan Slaughenhoupt are already on our web site, ChesapeakeCurrent.com). We hope this series will give our Chesapeake Current readers a glimpse into the passions and personalities of these important local elected leaders. Years ago, Susan Shaw showed up at a local restaurant for a “meet the candidates” event during her first campaign for county commissioner, running as a Democrat. Although unspoken, it became clear right away that the event title should have been, “meet the “Chosen Democratic” candidates.” Told that she was not invited, Susan refused to leave, stayed until the end, shaking hands with most of the people there. One guest, observing her decorum throughout the evening said, “Lady… what you did tonight took guts, and I am voting for you.” That is Susan Shaw. The gutsy, shrewd, and highly intelligent public servant with the “squeaky voice.” She is widely known and popular because of her full time devotion to being a commissioner and her sincerity in dealing with the electorate. That is not to suggest she has no critics. To say she is opinionated would be an understatement. She is firm in her positions and willing to hold her line on issues at the risk of being lambasted, and sometimes she is. Commissioner Shaw has proven that she can handle it and has developed quite the tough skin through years of experience. To get to where she is, she fought an entrenched system that took years to finally inculcate. She makes a mean chicken salad, too! Sitting at her kitchen table on a Thursday afternoon, eating sandwiches and fresh fruit, we started talking about everything from swimming to public policy and funny movies and politics to the structure of local government. Shaw is a seasoned politician with unique attributes, and her life’s work seems preordained. She is always interested in what people are saying, and she often speaks up to set the record straight. Susan Shaw was born in Torrington, WY in 1947. As the eldest of seven, she started developing political leadership skills at a very young age. Her grandparents had moved to Wyoming from the east in a covered wagon in just 1905. The pioneering spirit was in her blood as well, and she was encouraged to always explore and reach higher. Her participation in the Girl Scouts was one of her early foundations and helped her build confidence. Her mom and dad both served in World War II, and afterwards, her father worked for the US Postal Service. She recalls her family living paycheck to paycheck. Education was emphasized from day one with Susan and all of her siblings. As the oldest, she was expected to set an example. She took her education very seriously and had deep interests in psychology and foreign languages. She was fortunate to attend one of the best school systems in the country at the time, and earned a full scholarship to the University of Denver. She even did three semesters in Mexico, allowing her to develop deep interest in the culture, food, and people of Latin America. She would earn a degree in Spanish. After college Shaw, in 1970, she started teaching Spanish on the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming. Travel in the region was not ideal and required tough skin. Then in 1971, resulting in part from President Nixon’s wage freeze, Susan had

Calvert County Commissioner Susan Shaw.

trouble landing a permanent job. She then took a Spanish-speaking position with child protective services in Washington DC. Soon thereafter, she decided on a master’s degree and started attending the University of Maryland followed by The Catholic University. In 1973, Susan’s leg was crushed in a serious accident that almost killed her and left her unable to walk. She had to rehabilitate on her own while keeping up with her studies. At the time, Catholic University was not handicap accessible, so she says she would sit on her butt and skootch up one step at a time in order to get up stairs, from class to class. She also met her husband in the early 70’s. Susan grew up in a Democratic family and became active in the Young democrats of Calvert County beginning in 1975. In 1998, she ran in the Democratic Primary and lost handily, realizing there had been an effort to prevent her rise. She did some deep soul-searching and found welcome camaraderie among the stalwarts of the Republican Party in Calvert County. Being a fiscal conservative, she realized the GOP was where she belonged. But before her political battles would test her, Susan’s airline pilot husband, Colin, was killed in a plane crash in Los Angeles on February 1, 1991. After the tragedy, Susan’s destiny began to take shape. She watched the county commissioners saying they were working toward slowing the growth rate and raising taxes to pay for schools but she didn’t see them actually doing it so she became vocal. By 2002, she won election and so began one of the most memorable boards of commissioners to ever work. She won again in 2006 in what was one of the toughest races in memory, managing to retain her seat and her popularity in a year when Democrats returned to power. She was again reelected in 2010, beginning as BOCC President in that first year of the term. Whether you like her or not, to really know Susan Shaw is to respect her. She has overcome adversity, proven herself time and again, and when times are tough, she still thrives. This commissioner, community leader and loving mother of two has left an indelible mark on Calvert County. In closing this series, it seems to me that Calvert County is benefiting from a uniquely diverse BOCC. Of course I do not agree with every decision they make, and I doubt you do, either. From a perspective of personality and how their biographies influence his or her decision making, these five are undoubtedly sincere in their desires to see Calvert better for the future. About the Author: Nick Garrett is the owner of The Garrett Music Academy in Owings, a published author, and has served and continues to serve on various boards and commissions in Calvert County. He and his wife Krista have twin daughters, Juliette and Charlotte.

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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Reports: Destruction of Property Unknown suspect(s) damaged $50,000 worth of fiber optic cable wire that had been left spooled at a jobsite on MD Rt. 2 and W. Mt. Harmony Road in Owings. The damage occurred between July 19 and 20. Dep. J. Migliaccio is investigating. Three victims reported to DFC J. Windsor that on July 15 at about 7:30 p.m. they were traveling in their respective vehicles on Cove Point Road in Lusby when an unknown object broke their driver’s windows. The combined amount of damage caused is $1,500. It is unknown if an object was thrown at the vehicles by someone in another vehicle or someone standing at the roadside. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Windsor at (410) 535-2800. Disorderly A woman was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct on July 28 shortly after midnight when she used loud profanity during a traffic stop on the vehicle she was a passenger in. DFC R. Brady charged Tiffany Ann Loyd, 21, of North Beach, while at the traffic stop on MD. Rt. 2 and Woodburn Street in Solomons. Burglary Someone broke into the maintenance shed at the Mellomar Golf Park in Owings between July 24 and 25 and stole a saw, a string trimmer head and a ratchet strap, altogether valued at about $300. DFC A. Locke is investigating. The business was burglarized a second time between July 27 and 28 when the main office was entered and about $25 in change was stolen.

and 18. The victim advised DFC J. Harms that his unlocked vehicle had been entered and someone had sliced the seats and cut the wires under the hood. Two Paslode nail guns and two cordless DeWalt drills were stolen. Someone stole a metal drain grate valued at $350 from the Solomons Car Wash on July 21. DFC J. Hardesty is investigating. Dep. J. Brown charged Carol Lynn O’Dell, 47, of Chesapeake Beach, with theft under $100 after she was observed on videotape taking a $70 Toshiba hard drive from the Prince Frederick Walmart on July 23.

Virginia Ave. in Prince Frederick for a reported theft on July 25 at 4:06 p.m. During the investigation, Brian C. Newman, 28, of Prince Frederick, was found to be in possession of Oxycodone for which he did not have a prescription. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

and unconscious on the 3rd floor on July 28 at 11:30 p.m. While attempting to assist the subject, he awoke and became combative. While attempting to escort James A. Odell, 36, of Union Bridge, MD, he became aggressive, an assaulted the Trooper. He was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and assault of a police officer. He was incarcerated at the Calvert Warrant/Theft County Detention Center. The Trooper was not Senior Trooper Gill stopped a vehicle for traffic injured. violations on Main St. at Wilson Court in Prince Frederick on July 25 at 6:44 p.m. Stephaine C. False Statement to Peace Officer DeVaughn, 32, of Huntingtown, was arrested for an Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle on Rt. 231 open warrant and incarcerated at the Calvert County near Prince Frederick Blvd. for traffic violations on Detention Center. During a search, it was discovered July 29 at 8:43 p.m. A passenger gave false informathat she was in possession of numerous credit cards tion regarding his identity. Through investigation, issued to others. Investigation continues. TFC Esnes was able to obtain the subject’s identity. Shanta D. Johnson, 30, of Sunderland was placed Disorderly Conduct/Assault on Police Officer under arrest and incarcerated at the Calvert County Senior Trooper Gill, while working at the Holiday Detention Center. Inn in Solomons, was notified of a male, intoxicated

Dunkirk Teen Dies in Cycle Crash

On July 28 at 4:13 p.m. DFC M. Robshaw responded to the Prince Frederick Walmart for a reported shoplifter in custody. The Loss Prevention A young Dunkirk man died on Saturday revealed that Davis was operating his motorcycle officer had detained Michael Edward Foreman, 43, of Prince Frederick, for stealing a set of headphones morning, July 28 at about 7:00 a.m. in a single in the left lane of Route 4 south. Just prior to the valued at $16. vehicle accident on MD Route 4 southbound intersection with Lower Pindell Rd, Davis

State Police Barrack U Reports: Reckless Endangerment Trooper First Class Saucerman responded to the 1700 block of Clarissa Ct. in Huntingtown for a check welfare request on July 17 at 9:35 p.m. Samuel S. Hill Jr., 47, of Huntingtown, was found to have discharged a firearm. He was extremely intoxicated and was taken to the hospital for evaluation. Charges are pending.

near Lower Pindell Rd. Anne Arundel County Police say 19-year-old Tyler Ralph Davis was riding a black 2003 Kawasaki sport bike when he apparently lost control. He was found near the final rest position of the cycle and was declared dead at the scene by paramedics. Officers say their preliminary investigation

apparently drove off the left shoulder of the road and into the grassy median. Once in the median, the Kawasaki fell onto its side and began to slide. The motorcycle and its rider traveled approximately 247 feet in the grass median before coming to a final rest. Preliminarily, it appears that operator error and possibly excessive speed may have contributed to this crash.

Calvert Man Charged In Bank Robbery

DUI & Concealed Weapon Trooper First Class Donaldson responded to the 5000 block of Christana Parran Rd. in Sunderland for a Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey says motor vehicle collision on July 22 at 12:08 a.m. John a caller to the Crime Solvers tip line led detectives M. Sullivan, 18, of Sunderland, was arrested for to the identity of a man wanted in connection driving under the influence. A search revealed that he was in possession of a butterfly knife. He was incarcer- with a recent bank robbery. On July 21 at approximately 12:40 p.m., Dep. J. Brown is investigating a burglary that occurred ated at the Calvert County Detention Center. the suspect entered the Capitol One Bank on July 27 between 5:10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the 4300 block of Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick. The DUI & Possession of Marijuana located at 3068 Waldorf Market Place in culprit(s) appear to have entered an unlocked door and Trooper Lewis stopped a vehicle at Rt. 4 and Waldorf. He approached a teller, implied he had stole a Nikon camera, jewelry, a handgun and other Chaneyville Rd. in Owings for traffic violations on a gun and demanded money. The teller complied items. July 18 at 2:45 a.m. The driver, Zachary B. Duran, and the suspect fled. Photos from a bank 22, of Huntingtown, was arrested for driving under surveillance camera were immediately released to Attempted Burglary the influence. A search revealed that he was in On July 19 at around 1:50 p.m. an unknown suspect possession of marijuana. He was incarcerated at the the media and posted on Facebook page. Shortly thereafter, a tipster provided information that attempted entry into a home on Pushaw Station Road in Calvert County Detention Center. was critical to investigators. Detectives followed Sunderland after he rang the doorbell and no one answered. The homeowner was at home but did not Possession of Marijuana additional leads and subsequently identified the answer because she didn’t recognize the suspect. She Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a vehicle for traffic suspect as Michael Tyrone Morsell, 47, of then heard a loud bang and contacted 911. DFC S. violations on Rt. 260 near St. Andrews Church Rd. in Calvert County. Esposito responded and observed the back screen door Owings on July 17 at 9:22 a.m. A strong odor of On July 27, detectives from the Charles hanging away from the molding. The suspect did not marijuana was emitting from the inside of the vehicle. make entry and nothing was taken. He is described as a A search of the vehicle revealed that Gabrielle M. County Sheriff’s Office, Calvert County Sheriff’s black male, about 18-19 years old with short hair and a Bellucci, 21, of Chesapeake Beach, was in possession Office, and members of the Calvert County slim build. A look out was given but no one matching of marijuana. She was arrested and incarcerated at the Emergency Services Team executed a search that description was located. The case is still under Calvert County Detention Center. investigation. Trooper First Class Wiersma stopped a vehicle for Theft and Assault traffic violation on Rt. 4 near Church Rd. in Prince Three people were arrested after two of them were Frederick on July 17 at 9:41 p.m. A strong odor of caught stealing about $30 worth of items from the 7-11 marijuana was emitting from within the vehicle. A Following up on numerous complaints Convenience Store on Hallowing Point Road in Prince search revealed that Kristoffer P. Hale, 34, of Prince Frederick on July 21 at 11:24 a.m. A customer Frederick, was in possession of marijuana. He was from residents, detectives from the Anne contacted 911 after she observed one of the store clerks arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Arundel County Police Southern District’s being pushed by a suspect. Cpl. D. Canning and Dep. Detention Center. P.A.C.T. Unit concluded an investigation into P. Mosely responded to the call and determined from drug activity at 931 Lower Pindell Road in victim and witness accounts that three people entered Trooper First Class Evans stopped a vehicle on July 23 Lothian on July 24, at approximately 8:00 the store and two of them were observed putting items at 5:13 p.m. for traffic violations on Wilson Court and into a purse and attempting to leave the store without Main Street in Prince Frederick. A strong odor of a.m. With the assistance of the Special paying for the items. When the suspect women were marijuana was emitting from within the vehicle. A questioned by the store clerks, they denied stealing the search revealed Travis L. Bright, 27, of Prince Operations Section, detectives executed a items and a third suspect who was with them pushed Frederick, was in possession of marijuana. He was search and seizure warrant at the address. one of the clerks and threw a food item at another clerk. arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County As a result of this incident, detectives Jeffrey Brian McMichael, Jr., 28 of Hughesville, was Detention Center. seized .5 grams of “Crack” arrested and charged with two counts of second degree Cocaine along with $2,475 in U.S. assault and disorderly conduct. Patricia Marie On July 23 at 6:21 p.m., Trooper Barlow stopped a currency and digital scale. McMichael, 29 of Hughesville and Crystal Lynn vehicle for traffic violations on Wilson Court and Two men were arrested. The first suspect Hancock, 27 of Brandywine, were both charged with Main Street in Prince Frederick. A search revealed theft under $100 and disorderly conduct. that Jodie M. Johnson, 35, of Prince Frederick, was in was identified as Wayne Darnell Creek Sr., age possession of marijuana. He was incarcerated at the 40, of Upper Marlboro. The suspect was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Theft Calvert County Detention Center Unknown suspect(s) caused $3,000 in damage and stole Possession of CDS Paraphernalia. $1,050 worth of items from a vehicle parked outside a Possession of Oxycodone The second was identified as Delano home on Commanche Road in Lusby between July 17 Senior Trooper Gill was dispatched to a residence on Emanuel Creek, age 47, of 3909 Gordon

Michael Morsell. warrant at Morsell's residence. There, detectives arrested Morsell and recovered possible evidence linking him to the robbery. Morsell was charged with armed robbery and taken to the Charles County Detention Center.

Crack Bust In Lothian

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Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach. This suspect was also wanted on an outstanding warrant out of Calvert County. Police say the goal of this collaborative effort was to combat a community nuisance residence with drug activity taking place. The Anne Arundel County Animal Control Unit assisted in recovering seven dogs from the property, as no one was able to care for the animals due to the arrests. Animal Control was in the process of re-uniting the dogs with their owners, however, a two-year-old beagle named “Lucky” and a four-year-old Shepherd named “Rica” are currently up for adoption at the Anne Arundel County Animal shelter. The P.A.C.T. Unit also received assistance from Anne Arundel County Zoning Enforcement to help deal with the many zoning violations that were observed on the property.

August Means Spanish Mackerel By Bob Munro

s Bay water temperatures rise into the low 80s by the end of July in our area, so does the seasonal population of Spanish Mackerel. Normally found in the Atlantic, every summer we can catch these tasty members of the Mackerel family for six to eight weeks. They never seem to arrive here before mid to late July, due no doubt to their preference for warm water. All Mackerel are top predators like Bluefish, and the two species as well as Rockfish are found together frequently. With a mouth full of needle sharp teeth, you need to be careful when handling any mackerel or Bluefish, but first we have to catch them! The most productive method of catching Spanish Mackerel in the Bay is to troll spoons behind in-line planers. L. B. Huntington has both the planers and a wide selection of Drone Spoons in many colors and sizes. Huntington has put together a short article on rigging for mackerel and other speedy ocean dwellers like the tunas and it's available on their website (dronespoons.com) or by scanning the Current QR code in the following illustration. In-line planers get your lures down deeper than sinkers when you need to troll at higher speeds (5-6 knots). Also, once the planer is tripped when a fish takes the lure, there's very little resistance caused by the planer. Although difficult to see here in the illustration, there's a solid ring to which you attach the running line, either directly or with a snap swivel (preferably ball bearing). Next there's another snap swivel for one end of the leader - a 20-30 foot length of 40 pound test should be adequate, with a swivel in the middle to alleviate line twist. Finally, tie a size 1 Drone Spoon of your favorite color and flash combination directly to the leader. A medium action trolling rod equipped with a reel like the Penn 309 would be a good choice. You should be able to troll 4 rods, two off the stern corners with size 1 planers and two amidships with size 2 planers. Send the corner rods back 150 and 200 feet, and the front rods 50 and 70 feet -- this should keep the spread well behaved. Remember, with a level wind

trolling reel like the Penn 309, just estimate 10 feet of line every time the level wind completes one pass across the reel. All of this tackle is readily available at your favorite LOCAL tackle shop where you can pick up most of these items, plus advice on how, when and where to use it. The rig described here will catch Rockfish, Bluefish and Spanish Mackerel. Look for schools of breaking fish and troll around the edges, slower for Rockfish or faster for Blues and Macks. For Rockfish you might want to try a size 2 Drone Spoon instead. Check out the nice Spanish Mackerel that fell for one of our Drone Spoons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was violet with yellow flash scale. Note also its teeth! Live lining has been excellent now for weeks, especially north and west of Poplar Island. Large White Perch are being caught in the shallows around Holland Point in 6 - 10 feet of water. Bait-size Spot are abundant at Old Rock, with larger Spot more common in their normal haunts in the Choptank River mouth. And don't forget, "Diamond Jim" is still swimming around out there. An angler aboard the charter boat Worm recently caught one of the specially tagged Rockfish but it had been tagged in 2011. Have a question about Chesapeake Bay fishing? Send your questions to "onthewater@chesapeakecurrent.com" and we'll do our best to get you an answer. Don't catch 'em all, Bob Munro About the Author: Bob Munro of Chesapeake Beach has been a career research biologist for the US Fish & Wildlife Service. At one time or another, he has visited every river entering the Chesapeake Bay from the Susquehanna Flats to Hampton Roads. An avid fisherman, he's fished the mid-Chesapeake since the mid-1980s.

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Local Kids Write, Produce Plays By Regan Cashman It’s always an amazing thing to see what the kids have in store for their audience in the Twin Beach Players' Annual Kids’ Playwriting Festival. This is the 7th year the community theatre has hosted the festival, which is a competition open to all school age children in the state of Maryland. Original plays are accepted from September until April 15theach school year. The plays are then judged by a panel of theatre professionals, some published playwrights. Besides the $100 prize, each of the six winning playwrights are awarded, they get the opportunity of a lifetime- to have their original work produced. That’s where the real fun begins! Playwrights are encouraged to participate in every step of their production to ensure their vision and their stories come to life- their way! They may star in and/or help cast and direct their shows. Past playwrights have even designed and sewn costumes for their casts. It’s a unique experience and one many adult playwrights could only dream of having.

Jeffrey Thompson, who wrote two winning plays for this year’s Twin Beach Players’ Kids Playwriting Festival.

The cast of “Teen Years” rehearsing: Chris Evans, Elizabeth Cullins and Regan Cashman.

class when someone winds up dead! Whodunnit?! We also have a couple of new playwrights with huge casts and elaborate costumes, making us think that we may have a couple more drama queens in our midst! Tabitha Petersen wrote “Where Have The Bees Gone?” And, Caroline Orr penned “Another Type Of Angel.” With a wide variety of great storytelling and an amazing cast of talented kids, this show is guaranteed to thrill any audience. And, with tickets priced at just $5 each, it’s a show that can be enjoyed by the entire community. So, please consider coming out and supporting these talented kids. We think they’ll amaze you with what they have put together. Performances will be August 3-12 (Friday and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m.) at the North Beach Boys and Girls Club, located at 9021 Dayton Ave. The Twin Beach Players is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) community theatre organization. Membership is only $5 a year. They are always seeking community support via advertisers and/or sponsors. Please visit www.twinbeachplayers.com or www.facebook.com/twinbeachplayers or call Regan Cashman at (410) 474-4214 for details on how you can become involved.

This year, there are several returning winners, including Anna Gorenflo, who follows up last year’s drama “Carnival Princess” with the comedy “Puck’d.” Mickey Cashman tackles some tough growing up issues in “Teen Years” after winning two years ago with story about leaving everything you know in “Home.” But, the amazing story this year is that we had a playwright have two winning plays out of the 28 entries we received! Jeffrey Thompson, who had us laughing with last year’s “Green Eggs And Ham: The Sequel!” wrote for two genres and nailed it! In “Theseus And The Monsters,” he gives us insight into what happens when you face your fears. Then, there’s “Matthew’s About the Author: Regan Cashman of Mysterious Murder Mystery,” where Chesapeake Beach is Vice President and Youth there’s a little more drama in the theatre Troupe Director for the Twin Beach Players.

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Pride & Joy Cookie Money Spent Sweetly By Jenny Kellner Ever wonder what Girl Scouts do with the proceeds they earn by selling their famous cookies? Although less than a fourth of the cost of each box becomes profit for the individual troop’s coffers, the sale is the primary source of funding for most groups. Some troops use their money for an event or a trip, many donate to charities, while others use the funds to support their community service efforts. Troop 4345 of Northern Calvert County decided to use some of this year’s money to purchase, prepare and serve a dinner to the volunteers of the North Beach Fire Department. Emilie Hickey, a rising 4th grader, explained, “We were helping by doing something for somebody else, not just ourselves.” The troop, comprised of mostly 9-yearolds, decided to plan the meal from start to finish and then serve it to the volunteers. They made a menu, shopped for the supplies, and then used the kitchen at the firehouse to do cook it. “I washed the tomatoes and then cut up the stuff for salad. I got to serve the salad, too. It was good to give them a break from cooking and make food that will give them good energy,” shared Kamryn Norton. The salad was an accompaniment for the spaghetti dinner the girls made. Dessert was, of course, brownies. Troop member Alina Creek called the event a success and said, “Their smiles made me think they liked it. I had a wonderful time, too!” “Many of them came back for seconds,” added Laura Nelson. The girls went on to explain that they wanted to help the community by serving those who serve us. “It’s good for us to do

this,” said Kaitlyn Anglim. “We even set up all of the tables and chairs,” said Caitlyn College. Caitlyn enjoyed the part of the evening when the girls learned about what the volunteers at Company 1 do. Several of the girls echoed the sentiments of Jayda Hawkins who said that one of the benefits of their efforts was making new friends like Shelly, Mad Dog and Fire Fighter Billy, a favorite of visiting troops. Mackenzie Nicolas was rewarded by seeing that the participants appreciated the girls’ efforts in making the evening special. She shared, “They help keep people safe and they said we made a great dinner.” Community service efforts like Troop 4345’s spaghetti dinner are altruistic but also benefit the children. They learn planning skills, communication skills and feel a profound sense of independence by realizing their own potential to serve others. “We got to make the food with only a little help from the grown-ups,” beamed Jackie Wheeler of Windy Hill Elementary School. Though the department received a call during the dinner and some of the volunteers had to leave, Kayleigh Hubbert of Chesapeake Beach said it was ok because the girls left the leftovers there for them. “I’m glad we cooked for the fire fighters because they looked really hungry,” said Kayleigh, daughter of troop leader Vicky Hubbert. About the Author: Jenny Kellner is a mother, teacher and Girl Scout leader. She lives in North Beach with her husband, Joe, and their four children, and serves on the town’s Historic Preservation Commission.

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By Lyn Striegel

Your Money Matter$

How To Set Up Business Operating Plans

protected from liability through officer/director liability insurance. If you are creating a business, want to be You have the outlines of the business you advised by an outside group and cannot afford are starting or enhancing. (Check our web site, officer/director liability insurance, you should ChesapeakecCurrent.com for previous articles consider forming an informal advisory group to on all of these steps. Look under help you with the business. The advisory group will have no liability for business decisions, but Columnists>Lyn Striegel for the entire series). Now, to put some meat on the bones, your will be there for you to offer advice. Tap into those human resources you have to sit on this operating plan will do that. This part of the business plan will focus on group. Even semi-annual meetings with a group details about how you will run your business. of advisors who have agreed to serve as your What is the legal structure of your business? mentors without compensation will offer you so That will outline your management require- much more perspective on your business and operations. And, don’t discount the value of ments. For example, if you are an LLC, you will listing your advisors in your marketing materials want to address whether there is a member- (with their permission, of course). Depending on your structure and what it is manager of the business and who that is, or whether the business will be run by a Board or you are delivering as a product or service, you membership group; whether executive officers need to address what it will take to deliver your will be appointed, etc. If your business is a product or service. Creating a short summary of corporation, you will need to address creating a the job skills necessary for the employee Board of Directors. Most small businesses have positions you must fill is necessary. Once you do Board of Directors who serve without compen- that, you can also estimate the salaries you will sation. The issue for those Board members is have to pay for the positions you need to fill. One of the major issues to be determined liability. Board members are liable for business management decisions and, even though they by the new business owner is whether your might not receive compensation for serving on a employees are full-time employees who work Board, directors want to be assured they are only for you or whether they are independent

contractors who also work for others. The Internal Revenue Service is focused on this issue because so many business owners have mistakenly classified their employees as independent contractors that catching and punishing employers for this is easy. This subject, alone, deserves an article. However, to summarize, if someone works for you full-time at your direction, they are employees and you must withhold taxes from their paychecks and pay over the taxes to the government. If they do not work for you full-time and collect salaries from other employers and meet other criteria, they can be classified as independent contractors. In that case, when you pay them, you do not withhold taxes. They are responsible for paying their own taxes. The IRS loves to challenge the classification of employees as independent contractors since most business owners do not back up their classifications with evidence and the IRS can easily re-classify employees, requiring the employer to pay back taxes on amounts not withheld that should have been, along with penalties and interest. To protect yourself and your business, any employer who deals with independent contractors must have an independent contractor agreement signed by the employee and employer that recites all the IRS guidelines and represents that the employee and employer are following such guidelines. Other issues to be determined and addressed in the operating plan involve the pricing of your products or services, whether you will accept credit in payment and, if yes, through what mechanism. Credit card processing machines are available through many sources, including your bank. But, processing rates vary and it is wise to shop around to find the best processing rates. These days, there are credit card processing “machines” that can fit onto your smart phone. Transactions can also be completed easily online through a number of services, such as PayPal. Since you have already researched your competition when you created your marketing plan, there will probably be operational issues your competitors deal with that will apply to what you are planning so address those in your operating plan. Finally, don’t neglect the issue of whether your business has obtained the proper licensing and permits. Your particular business may require a license from the Federal, state or county government. Fortunately, the Internet has many resources you can check to determine if you need a particular license. Permits to open and operate a business will probably also be required by your local community and local regulations should also be checked. If all of the above seems like a lot of detail, it is. But, the time to focus on the necessary details of operating your business is when you are creating the business plan and not after you open the doors.

Next article: Financial Plans 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.

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Tyler’s Qualifies For State Program

Is your favorite crab cake 'True Blue' – that is, made of Maryland Blue Crab meat? If you’re not sure, there’s now an easy way you can find out. Not very many restaurants in Maryland actually make their crab cakes from local crabmeat and the state does not require them to identify the specific source of the meat. However, ‘True Blue,’ a new labeling and promotion initiative from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), will help you to locate which restaurants are serving this local delicacy. To date, Tyler’s Crabhouse in Chesapeake Beach is the only establishment area that qualifies. There are quite a few in Annapolis and Washington DC. You can tell because the 'True Blue' certification program allows restaurants serving Department-verified Maryland blue crab product to use a special logo (above) in marketing or advertising the product. Once a restaurant is signed up, they will receive a 'True Blue' logo to signify to their patrons that they are ‘True Blue’ Certified. The state is also creating a 'True Blue' website, and a mobile

phone app. Their social media and the marylandseafood.org website that gets nearly 100,000 visits a month. "Customers can look at a menu and know right away that they're getting what they think they're getting," said Steve Vilnit, Director of Fisheries Marketing for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. For years it has been an open secret that many "Maryland crab cakes" may be made Maryland-style, but not necessarily with Maryland, or even American, crabmeat. If you are a restaurant, retail store, caterer, or other foodservice establishment that is interested in joining the ‘True Blue’ program, you can get the application at dnr.maryland.gov/ fisheries/trueblue or call (410) 260-8279. To see the entire list of restaurants that are ‘True Blue,’ scan the Current Code with your smart phone.

Antique Shop in an Antique Building By Clare O’Shea Friendship has always meant a lot to me. I grew up in NW Washington, DC, in an area called ‘Friendship Heights’ (now Tenleytown). My husband, David, and I were married by the Bay in a big white tent at Herringon Harbour South, in Friendship, MD. The word “Friendship” is inscribed inside our wedding bands. We love to drive through Friendship, and going down Friendship Road last year I happened to see what I thought was a new business sign in front of a beautiful building that said ‘Friendship Antiques’. “Honey!! Isn’t that a new business there?”, I exclaimed, to which he replied, “No, it’s been there.” I thought to myself, “Well, it certainly looks like it has…but how could I have missed it all this time?” Cut to: (that’s movie lingo) a few months ago, when I met Myles Conway and his wife, Laurie Tillmans, owners of the property and part of a dynamic group of eight antique and vintage collectible dealers, who were previously at Southern Maryland Antiques in Huntingtown. They just celebrated their first year anniversary in the truly lovely old, historically renovated building. Myles says, “What a novel idea! An antiques shop in an antique building! Often you find antique places in floppy ol’ rundown shacks.” Yes, Friendship Antiques is extravagantly, graciously gorgeous. It’s a local treasure with a rich history. In 1804, Isaac Simmons, considered the founder of Friendship, bought the first ground. Then in 1806, Samuel Gott bought another lot and built a 1 ½ story storehouse, the building where you’ll now find Friendship Antiques. In 1807, Eli Towne, the first regular Methodist Minister to spend the night, woke in the morning and named the place ‘Friendship.’ The United States mail key arrived from Washington City, March 3, 1807 under the name Friendship Post Office, Samuel Gott Postmaster. Later, Gott sold the

storehouse/post office to members of the local community to be used as a parsonage for the preacher in charge of the Calvert Circuit of the Baltimore Conference of the M.E. Church, Rev. William Prettyman, being the first to occupy it. It continued to be the parsonage until the 1870’s. It is the oldest surviving building in Friendship, a once bustling town of 32 buildings at the crossroads, including three stores, two hotels, three churches, the parsonage, one school and two blacksmith shops. Cut to: 2008 when the building was last used as a residence, and was empty and for sale. Condition problems developed which made the sale of the house more difficult for almost two years. Then Myles and Laurie bought it in March 2010, corrected the problems, and worked thru the zoning and permitting process to open what is now Friendship Antiques & Vintage Collectibles. These fine folks know what they are doing. It is a local treasure. Just stop by for yourself, sit in the garden and patio and browse thru a really lovely place with a lot of truly beautiful things. It just makes me happy to know it is there. Ahhh…Friendship!! About the Author: Clare O’Shea is an account executive for the Chesapeake Current and Chesapeake Bay Tripper. Call her for advertising information at (301) 873-5885.

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“This Type of Thing Doesn’t Happen Around Here…”

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By Diane Burr

hree are dead and a fourth hospitalized following what Sheriff Mike Evans calls a “domestic dispute” in a peaceful community in Owings. It happened on a sunny Tuesday morning, July 31 in a quiet, cul-du-sac in the upscale Fairview Farm subdivision just off Fowler Road and MD Route 4. The stately homes here have brick or stone facades, landscaped and manicured lawns, and sit on at least an acre of property. It’s a neighborhood of families with school-age children. “It’s an extremely unusual event here in Calvert County. We take domestic violence very seriously. The facts relating to what happened in this horrific event are unknown. Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police continue to

Frank Hayward Jr. (DMV photo from Calvert Co. Sheriff’s Dept.)

investigate this crime/suicide in an effort to keep these things from occurring again,” says Sheriff Mike Evans of the murder-suicide in Owings that claimed three in one family and left another hospitalized in critical condition. Evans says the first call came in around 8:30 a.m. and the sequence of events inside is still not known. “That will be determined with the autopsies, I don’t want to speculate, but it all happened very quickly. And it all took place on the first floor of the residence.” The deceased were identified as two-year-old Natalee Hayward, her mother, 31-year-old Cynthia Hayward, and 32-year-old Frank Hayward II, also known as Frank Jr. A 12-year-old identified as their son, Frank Hayward III, was initially hospitalized in critical condition, but was upgraded to stable the next day. Sheriff Mike Evans said a news conference that the boy was not shot, but, “he had lacerations to his neck and also suffered burns.” When asked if the he perhaps had been spared by the father, Sheriff Evans said, “He’s in critical condition, so I don’t think that’s the case.” He says the boy was airlifted by Maryland State Police helicopter to Children’s Hospital in Washington DC. Evans tells the Chesapeake Current that the boy’s neck had been cut, presumably by Frank Jr. When asked if a knife had been recovered, Evans told us, “We are still processing the evidence from

the scene.” He says two guns were found inside. Evans says, “His (Frank III’s) hands were burned as he crawled through the fire in the bedroom to get to the master bathroom,” which was on the first level of the home. The boy was found by rescuers in the bathtub, conscious. His mother and baby sister were found dead in the burning master bedroom. The father, Frank Jr. was found dead in another bathroom on the first floor, apparently of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. “It’s horrible. I’ve seen a few in my days and these are the worst cases. You want to do something to help, but there’s nothing else we could have done. We were very fortunate, I think, to save Frank Hayward III,” Sheriff Evans adds. When asked if the mother and baby girl were shot and killed, Sheriff Evans said, “We still do not know the exact cause of death.” But he says it appears that both had been shot. Cynthia’s elderly great aunt was staying in a basement apartment in the home at the time and was apparently not aware of what was going on. Sheriff Evans says, “We called her on the phone and when she picked up, and we told her to come out. She walked out of the house, was not hurt.” Although an exact motive has not been released, Evans says they consider it, “a domestic dispute.” The 4,198 square foot home at 1800 Candlight Ct. where this happened is currently on the market for either $649,900 or $629,900 depending on the database. The real estate listing says the home has four bedrooms, three and a half baths, finished basement, a one-year-old in-ground heated pool with a slide and diving board, and a three-car garage. Also, a brand new playground was recently installed in the back yard. Listing agent Michael Dunn of Schwartz Realty in Deale disputes reports from at least one Washington DC media outlet claiming the home was in foreclosure. Dunn tells the Chesapeake Current that no, that was not the case. HOA President Patrick Davis says he sent an email to Frank Hayward Jr. when he heard the house had been listed. “He said they were going through a rough patch, and they were trying to patch it up. He wanted to keep it quiet, and he did not want to put up a ‘for sale’ sign. Like he didn’t want the neighbors to know.” The Haywards had purchased the home only about two years earlier. Davis says neighbors are concerned because they knew “Little Frank,” the son, so well. “Everyone knew and loved him. He was not your typical 12-year-old. He was a nice boy. We’d see him out walking the dog all the time. We’re a big dog neighborhood. Everyone who lives here has dogs and we see each other out walking them. Their dog was as big as he was! But I had not seen him in a while,” Davis says.

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Neighbors were shocked to learn that 32-year-old Frank Hayward Jr. who lived in his house on Candlelight Ct. had killed his wife, daughter, and then himself. Their 12-year-old son, Frank Hayward III survived.

Neighbor Joe Luddy adds, “I didn’t know the parents. But we all knew the little son, Frank. He was a very active boy, so nice and polite. It’s a really, really sad day.” Davis says he wants to organize something among the neighbors, do something for “Little Frank.” “I’m sure the kids will want to go visit him in the hospital. He had a lot of friends. I don’t know what we’ll do. Maybe start a college fund for him because now he has no family. Now he has nothing,” Davis added. “We want to do something.” Just the evening before the tragedy, neighbor Joel Jaro said he had chatted with Frank Jr. outside on their lawns. “We talked about having our driveway sealed. We looked at some of the others in the neighborhood that just had theirs done, and we talked about getting our driveway done, too.” Jaro and Hayward shared a driveway off the cul-du-sac. Jaro described Frank Hayward Jr. as a nice guy. “I let him borrow my tools. I let him use my pick-up truck! I didn’t know he was capable of doing something like that,” Jaro says. “Never in my dreams did I think this would happen. For crying out loud, I just talked to the guy last night! It’s scary! You just never know… but thank goodness he was not knocking on doors…” Jaro says his daughter called him that morning, frightened because she saw “soldiers with guns” at the Hayward home. “I told her to run next door to our neighbor’s house, which she did.” Of the youngest in the family, two-year-old Natalee, Jaro says, “I remember seeing that little girl outside playing. She would always wave at me, every time she saw me outside. I’d be mowing the grass or in the garage or working in the yard, and I’d look up and she’d wave and I’d wave back.” He pauses. “I’ll never forget her.” Patrick Davis says he was getting ready to go to work that morning when he saw the Special Operations Team (SOT) pull up. “They had long guns, so first thing I thought was that there must be some kind of barricade situation. My wife was in the shower, and my daughter had a sleep over last night with two of our nieces, so I told the girls – ‘go to the back of the house – right now – go!’ First thing I thought was to get them downstairs, and to the back of our house where they’d be safe.”

What’s odd is that everyone in the neighborhood knew Frank Jr. and son, Frank III. And some remembered the little daughter. But no one seemed to know much about Cynthia Hayward. One woman who lives in the neighborhood told me, “We just assumed she was busy inside the house with the little baby.” And although the neighbors were not aware of what went on behind closed doors, the couple’s marital problems were not new. They had a long history of domestic violence. In May of this year, Evans said officers were called to the home one time for a “welfare check” on Cynthia and the children. She told them everything was OK. But Maryland court records tell a different story. Their on-and-off relationship problems had apparently lingered for years. The first Domestic Violence charge we could find involving the Haywards was in Circuit Court for Baltimore dating back to November of 2000. Then in June 2007, Cynthia filed for a “limited divorce” from Frank Jr. in records that listed her address as Eldersburg, MD and his as Edgewater. The web site of Anne Arundel County Attorney David L. Rubin (mdlaws.com) describes a limited divorce: “The State of Maryland recognizes two types of divorce, limited and absolute. A limited divorce is not permanent. It is a tool used by the court to supervise and legalize separation and provide financial support. Often parties who are unable to settle their differences between themselves will have a limited divorce. A limited divorce does not permit you to remarry and it does not terminate property claims. A limited divorce is often referred to as a legal separation.”

A few days after the disposition of that “limited divorce” case in August 2007, Domestic Violence charges were filed against Frank Jr. again. Then, he listed an address in Churchton. In that case, Cynthia was granted a protective order against Frank Jr. who was told not to abuse, contact, enter the residence, stay away from employment and vacate their home. On Tuesday, Sheriff Evans says they received an “anonymous call” from a concerned citizen about the situation in the Hayward’s home. Investigators still trying to piece together exactly what happened. About the Author: Diane Burr is the founder and owner of the Chesapeake Current, our area’s only locally-owned newspaper.

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“This Type of Thing Doesn’t Happen Around Here…”

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By Diane Burr

Frank Hayward Jr. (DMV photo from Calvert Co. Sheriff’s Dept.)

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Why No Action on Chesapeake Current Southern Memorial Gardens? Shines Light On Cemetery Debacle Dear Chesapeake Current Readers, The fraud against so many in our As I always say, the Chesapeake Current is about YOU, not me, and that’s why I rarely do editorials. When I do speak out, it’s because I feel very strongly about something. And I think something needs to be done about Southern Memorial Gardens (SMG). In our cover story last issue about the Dunkirk cemetery, I want to reiterate that the Chesapeake Current did not endorse anyone or anything. Our story included a lot of background that many people didn’t know, and we told you about a plan, the only plan we know of that might help families get the services they already paid for. Whether or not you support the plan or the people behind it is entirely your business. That said, the more I’ve learned about this terrible situation involving Southern Memorial Gardens (SMG), the more I keep wondering how could ANY of it could ever have happened first place, and why it still goes on. Why has there been no resolution after all these years? Every person involved that I’ve spoken with has a unique personal experience and opinion. It’s heartbreaking to hear what they’ve been through.

community is in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, maybe even millions, because no one’s exactly sure how much is involved. It’s still not easy to bury loved ones in a cemetery they pre-paid for, next to others in their families. If you go to visit a grave at SMG today, be prepared to wade through weeds, sometimes knee-high, and watch out for snakes. Many families bring their own lawnmowers and weed whackers because no one else takes responsibility for the care of this facility. Can you blame these folks for being furious? The question no one can answer is: why does this situation still linger? If you ask me, it should not go on for another day. Something needs to be done about it, and now. My hope is that our cover story may finally open some eyes, and get help for the many families who deserve resolution. Sincerely, Diane Burr Owner/Executive Editor Chesapeake Current

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Dear Editor, My dearest friend said to tell you thank you for the cover story about Southern Memorial Gardens in your July 19 edition. But I am madder than a hatter about the entire situation and it has taken a toll on my body. I talk, eat, walk, write ‘cemetery’ 24/7 and take care of my almost 87-year-old old father. My mother is already there (Southern Memorial Gardens), and she gives me the strength to go on. She wanted to rest there and the thought of pulling her out kills me. I know a lot more about the situation and here’s my two cents worth, my personal opinions. Depending on which funeral director you use is how things will turn out. There are several in the county that are helping with the demise of Southern Memorial Gardens (SMG). There are attorneys that used me to get plot holders together for a meeting, and then did not allow myself and others to speak. Instead, they used the meeting to pull in new clients for their gain. If folks bought through Gadow or Lee Group of Virginia, Inc., yep, you’re done… or are you? But if you bought through BADTEC, the money is there except not in interest-bearing accounts thanks to OCO (Maryland Office of Cemetery Oversight). The rest of us lost out because OCO wasn’t doing its job. No one is digging their own family graves, only grave diggers. That rumor going around is not true. But did you also know that if people do not hold their paperwork and you die, the gravedigger for the funeral home will not bury you in SMG but advise you to go somewhere else? I don’t think the OCO or funeral homes bother to call the Martins to try and verify the plots, either. When Larry Deffenbaugh was running the cemetery where was the OCO? I and others were writing them since 2004 with complaint after complaint to no avail. The Martins brought attention to the States Attorney’s Office about issues at the cemetery after buying it and checking the books and finding problems that the OCO failed to catch. When they did find the fraud that Deffenbaugh had pulled off, he got no more than a slap on the hand and Stacy Campbell was soon back on the street. He is doing time for probation violations and faking his death, not stealing so much from the people. We brought many of the owners together on March 6th to try getting information to the owners. But Joanne Dickinson quoted me in her letter (June 7 issue of the Chesapeake Current) and like some of the press and media, she took my statement completely out of context. Here’s what I said: We should stop cutting the grass and not calling the Calvert Recorder so we can get our picture on the front page like we are really doing something. What we need to do is force our hand with the OCO to do what they made a promise to do.

I have spent many hours writing and calling everyone from the Governor’s Office to County Commissioners. Some politicians do not want to touch this because it’s an election year and some appointed the OCO! Oh yes, I’m sure OCO has received hundreds of calls about the grass and such, just as (Sheriff) Mike Evans should. I mean let’s call it what it is. Mike Evans can put officers on Ward Road and Brick House Road for tickets. Why can’t he put an officer at the SMG to try and prevent all the stealing and destruction to our cemetery? Yes, there are those who will need to repay for their services at Southern Memorial Gardens. You can go to an attorney and pay them to get you to be buried at the cemetery you already paid for. I still hope that it may be very possible that we may prevail in getting this in a court. This battle is so far from over. It breaks my heart every time I go to visit my mother’s grave. The sad part in all this is that once again, a government organization that we pay our taxes to failed to do their job and allowed Larry Deffenbaugh to get away with the crimes he committed. The sad part in all this is that the States Attorney’s office did not do what is expected from them. Instead, the Martins are the scapegoats for the government’s failure. There are many in the county who have come forward to help, including Linda Kelly and Evan Slaughenhoupt. Susan Shaw, I understand, has family there. George Owings has family there I am told, and Barbara Stinnett who is all about small businesses like Crooked I, but where were they when the citizens of Calvert County met about our families’ final resting place? Sincerely, Susan Ballenger Dunkirk Scan the Current Code with your smart phone to read the original story from last issue about Southern Memorial Gardens. Also share it on Facebook, Twitter and elsewhere; or email this and other Chesapeake Current articles to your friends!

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Ospreys, Horseshoe Crabs Need Protection Dear Editor: I am writing with concern over the environmental protection and public awareness of the horseshoe crab and osprey populations in and around North Beach. I noticed on several occasions this summer that numerous swimmers were sitting on the rocks under the osprey nest platform on the north side of the pier during low tide (three to four foot water depth). This promptly caused the nesting osprey to start screeching and flying about to ward off the intruders. One swimmer even splashed water and threw rocks and mud at the diving osprey. I spoke to the beach crew, who intervened, telling the swimmers to move away. However, they did not move off very quickly, with several returning to the rock jetty and nest area several times. I assume they really didn't understand that there were nesting birds with three (3) chicks in the nest and the Osprey parents were attempting to protect them and scare off intruders.

I would recommend: 1. Perhaps some signage about the importance of not disturbing the osprey families. 2. Raise awareness among beach patrol staff about importance of protecting the osprey and especially being on the lookout for individuals disturbing them. 3. Set up some type of tape, buoys, or “no-go” zone around the nest since that area is very accessible to swimmers during low tide. 4. Initiate a program to educate our beach-goers of nesting osprey and their need to stay clear of them. This could be done through info-sheets when visitors receive beach passes, and advise from Welcome Center attendants. My environmental concerns related to our horseshoe crabs are based on my, and others, recent observations over this summer as well as past years. May and June are the months for the horseshoe crab egg-laying period on beaches at North Beach. I have noticed that a large number of crabs, during high and stormy tides, are being pushed up and into the rock breakwater along the boardwalk, north of the pier and sand beach up the Seventh Street finger pier. That rock breakwater replaced a sandy beach area that used to provide breeding grounds for the crabs. Today, these crabs are now being trapped in the rock breakwater and many appear not to be able to escape the rocks during the next high tide cycle. I am not sure how many of these crabs have been able to free themselves, but I have registered a "dead crab rate" of 10-15% per the number of crabs found after an evening with a high and stormy tide.

I have personally removed as many as 50 horseshoe crabs from the rocks in one day and found the crabs not only in the rocks in front of the boardwalk but also trapped four to five feet under the boardwalk. One initial remediation suggestion would be to put a net or webbing during the egg-laying period over the rocks. Over the long term, I would like to propose consideration - and funding - of an integrative and hands-on public education and information program on horseshoe crabs. This is based on my observations of beach-goers, mainly youths, but also adults, who seem to have little to no idea of the spawning crabs’ life cycle nor the medical importance of these crabs. Indeed, on many occasions I have seen beach-goers pick up the crabs, sometimes by their tails, and carelessly toss them along the beach or smash them against the rocks. The placard/sign on the boardwalk is useful, but I believe we need a more robust public education program to protect them. One possibility would be to have a presence of knowledgeable individuals on the beach to inform and educate beach-goers. These individuals could also intervene to prevent any harmful acts. The education program could be presented when there is a large crowd (especially weekends and holidays) on the beach and boardwalk during their breeding period. These knowledgeable “guides” could explain horseshoe crab life cycles and the medical importance of the crab. Specifically, I would recommend a specialist or marine biologist, possibly sourced from the Calvert Maritime Museum. Consideration might be given to including interested and available beach attendants in the program. In addition, I would also recommend that a "horseshoe crab info sheet" be prepared and distributed to beach-goers as they pay and receive their beach passes. This sheet would explain the North Beach situation and encourage people to me more aware and thoughtful. I strongly feel that greater attention and intervention is required on the local, county, and state levels to protect the wildlife at our public beach, as well as expanded public awareness is needed to protect these precious species. Bob Hellyer North Beach Editor’s note: Mr. Hellyer has reached out to North Beach Council Member Gwen Schiada regarding these things he has witnessed, and given her these recommendations. Schiada is the Council Liaison to the town’s Environmental Committee and tells the Chesapeake Current that they will discuss the matters at an upcoming meeting.

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Dog Fight Dogs’ Second Chance Dear Chesapeake Current Readers, In August of 2011, there were 21 dogs seized in a dog fighting operation in Charles County, Maryland. While the case was in trial these dogs had to be held in a shelter in Maryland. This week many of these dogs finally got a taste of freedom, and others are soon to follow. The Humane Society of Calvert County (HSCC) has taken two of these dogs into their care and is showing them how to be dogs and, more importantly, how to be loved. Both of them now are ready for adoption into a loving and caring forever home. Interested adoptive families can contact Kirstyn Northrop-Cobb at (301) 648-8278, or by email at Northrop-Cobb@comcast.net for information. In addition to the involvement of the HSCC, other animal shelters in Wilmington, DE, Richmond, VA and

Alexandria, VA are also taking in several of these dogs. All show promising signs of become fully socialized, and suitable family pets for a loving home. While these animals were unfortunate victims of their owners’ behavior, they now have the opportunity to find new life and caring through the efforts of these shelters. If you’re interested in helping, please let us know. HSCC is located at 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Regular adoption hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Additional information, including how to volunteer at HSCC, can be viewed on their web site at: humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org. Kirstyn Northrop-Cobb Owings

Solomons Projects Did Not Take Employee Raises Dear Editor, Your recent Letter to the Editor by Thomas Phelps, President of the Fraternal Order of Police, challenged Commissioner Jerry Clark’s record on “conservative spending” in light of the fact that there will be “no pay steps to county employees because no money is available.” In particular, he highlighted a number of capital projects in the Solomons area, asking why these things were funded in a conservative budget. It is important to note that these town center improvements were capital projects not paid for out of the general operating fund, and each is part of an adopted plan. Funding for these projects came from a variety of restricted sources such as the road excise tax, recreation impact fee, bond funds, Program Open Space, etc. These funds cannot be used for operating expenses. In the examples Mr. Phelps cites in his letter – the road signs, traffic circle, and park – all are in a town center that is developed in accordance with a publically endorsed master plan. Solomons is an excellent example of a place where proactive citizen participation in the process made an enormous difference. All the amenities we enjoy today – the boardwalk, fishing pier, playground, Waterman’s Park, even sidewalks were built in accordance with the original master plan adopted in 1986, including the traffic circle and road signs. Additionally, the library has its own strategic planning document that has long called for a larger facility to serve the southern end of the county. The park is

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identified in the Program Open Space Plan and the Parks and Recreation master plan. In short, these are not pork barrel programs that came out of nowhere. Mr. Phelps seems to suggest that Commissioner Clark tossed these amenities into the budget to beautify the town where he has a business. Another perspective might suggest that Commissioner Clark has been such a staunch advocate for Solomons – part of his job as an elected official from the Southern District – and has worked tirelessly to see that the adopted master plan was completed. In most circles, this would be considered the mark of a successful politician. For my part, I would like to express our deep appreciation to all the commissioners for their continued support of our efforts to make Solomons a good place to live and work, and an attractive tourist destination. Despite the challenging economic situation, Calvert County continues to grow and thrive. That is something to celebrate. Alton Kersey Solomons Scan the Current Code with your smart phone to read the original letter from Thomas Phelps, President of the local FOP.

Doug Bivens, 82

Alfred Brown, 79

Douglas Maxwell “Doug” Bivens, Jr., 82, of Huntingtown passed away July 26, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick. He was born October 13, 1929 in Elkton, MD to Douglas M., Sr. and Luella (Dowell) Bivens. Doug was raised in Hancock, MD, attended public schools and graduated from Hagerstown High School. He attended Western Maryland College in Westminster, MD and earned his PhD in Education from the University of Maryland, College Park. He was a school teacher in Hancock and Hagerstown, MD and after moving to Calvert County in 1960, was and educator, eventually rising to the position of Assistant Superintendent of Calvert County Public Schools. He also taught evening classes at Bowie State College for over twenty years. Doug married Ruth Hixon in 1952. In his leisure time, Doug enjoyed traveling extensively for his work and for pleasure, including trips to Russia and China. He also enjoyed tending to his rose garden and his pet dog Shoo-Shoo. Doug was preceded in death by his wife Ruth who passed away March 30, 2010; his parents Douglas, Sr. and Luella Bivens; and by a sister Luella Elizabeth Cornell. He is survived by sons Douglas M. Bivens III and wife Vicki of Lusby, Dean Bivens, and Daryl Bivens and wife Shirley of White Plains, MD. He is also survived by four grandchildren. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Calvert County, P.O. Box 3505, Prince Frederick MD 20678 or online at humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org.

Alfred Eugene Brown, Sr. was born on September 8, 1932, in Calvert County, to the late Irving L. Brown, Sr. and Sadie E. Brown. Peacefully, he entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 14, 2012, at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home following a lengthy illness. Alfred was educated in the Calvert County Public Schools, and later joined the United States Army. He faithfully served and defended his country during the Korean War. Alfred retired with an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant, Platoon Leader. Later, Alfred met and married Hattie Mae Alice Haynes on May 17, 1958. Together, they raised two sons, Verlon Haynes and Alfred E. Brown, Jr. (who are both deceased). Also preceding Alfred in death was one brother, Irving L. Brown, Jr. and one sister Georgia Brown. Over a span of 40 years, Alfred enjoyed his life-long profession as a long-distance truck driver. After residing in New Jersey until retirement, he relocated to Calvert County in 2001. Alfred loved and enjoyed his family and friends. He often extended a helping hand or provided advice to those in need. His favorite pastimes included sports, reading and billiards. Alfred leaves to cherish fond memories, his wife Hattie "Bert" Brown, three children, Velma (George) Nelson, Melvin (Christine) Gross, and Tatia Haywood; one daughter-in-law Claudette Brown; six grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren; two sisters, Madeline (Andrew) Gross, Theresa Gross; one aunt, Hortense Brown; one goddaughter Johnnie Mae Gorman; one godson Kevin Seaborn; mother-in-law Albertha Haynes; one sister-in-law, Lue Alice (Malichi) Seaborn; special cousin, Genest Reed; a long-time devoted friend John Claggett; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements. His final resting place is the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD.

Billy Blankenship, 86 B i l l y Blankenship, 86 of Solomons, passed away on July 25, 2012 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. He was born on March 8, 1926 in Sullivan, WV to Ollie Lunsford Blankenship and Walter B. Blankenship. He was the beloved husband of Norma J. Blankenship who preceded him in death on April 26, 1995. Billy joined the US Navy in 1946. He served honorably from March 8, 1946 to September 30, 1954. He received the American Theater Ribbon, World War II Victory Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. After returning home, Billy became a Painter. He was known all around the Chesapeake Bay for his work as an exceptional yacht painter and restorer. He originally did the restoration and painting on the Drum Point Lighthouse after it was moved from Drum Point to the Calvert Marine Museum. Billy enjoyed fishing, crabbing and playing horseshoes. Billy is survived by his children, Bobbie and her husband Chad Martin of Owings; Linda and her husband Vinson Scott of Solomons; Phillip Blankenship of Solomons; Bonnie and her husband Ivan Vazques of Lexington Park; and Laura and her husband David Jimney of Lusby; sixteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three sisters, five brothers and his great-grandson Hunter Dean Scott. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements. A memorial service was held at our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Solomons. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hunter's Heroes, 317 Pinto Lane, Lusby MD 20657.

Jestine Brown, 81

Jestine's hobbies included gardening, home decorating, reading, listening to music, and traveling. Her big heart made her first in line to lend a helping hand to all in need. Preceding her in death were husbands, Victor DeLee and Woodrow Brown, and her son, Gregory DeLee. She leaves to cherish fond memories: a host of cousins, including Hattie Folk (Minister Billenger Folk), Albert Anderson (Nora), Vivian Johnson; a brother-in-law, Raymond Brown (Beatrice) of Prince Frederick, Maryland, and other relatives, friends and colleagues. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements. Her final resting place is the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD.

Carolyn Bryant, 73

boyfriend of Caity E. Amen. Tyler is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, step-siblings and friends. Tyler was born on February 14, 1993 in Annapolis, Maryland. He grew up in Dunkirk, graduating from Northern High School in 2011. After graduation, Tyler worked as a load operator at G.R.R. in Forestville. Tyler’s hobbies included fishing, hunting, crabbing, welding, working on his car, working out at the gym, playing paintball and riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed hanging out with his friends, especially his girlfriend, Caity. A visitation will be held at Lee Funeral Home, Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, on Friday, August 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. until a service at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, 3170 West Ward Rd., Dunkirk, Maryland 20754.

Janice Hall, 71

Carolyn Erma Bryant, 73, of Lusby passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born on October 31, 1938 in South Nuttall, WVA to Madge Hicks Board and Arthur C. Board. She was the loving wife of Vernon L. Bryant whom she married on December 3, 1956 in West Virginia. Carolyn was a resident of Mt. Rainier, MD until 1987 when she relocated to Mechanicsville, MD. She was known as “Mom” to everyone she met. Carolyn loved yard sales and especially hosting them. She was always a loving person who was devoted to her family and many friends. All who knew her will miss her deeply. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Vernon L. Bryant who passed away on October 18, 1996; her sister Wink Bryant; her brother Boardie Board and her great grandson Victor Thurston. Carolyn leaves behind her daughter, Mary Dickson of Lusby; son, Stephen Bryant of Mechanicsville, MD; daughter Carolyn Noonan of Lusby; one granddaughter, Katherine Campbell; three great grandchildren, Vernon Thurston, Robert Thurston and Kourtney Campbell and three sisters, Bonnie Reed of Shelbysville, TN, Jane Bryant and Betty Fugate of OH. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Anderson Hospice, calverthospice.org.

Janice Cullember Hall, 71, of Prince Frederick, passed away July 14, 2012 in Prince Frederick. She was born on May 13, 1941 in Prince Frederick, Maryland to the late Hazel I. nee Walton and James Wm. Cullember. Janice worked for Mutual Fire Insurance Company for many years. She was the beloved wife of Robert Donald Hall , Sr. of Prince Frederick and devoted mother of Robert D. Hall, Jr. of Prince Frederick; Jill Hall Dowell of Sunderland; Lisa Hall of Prince Frederick; Donna Gott of Prince Frederick; Debra Hill of Prince Frederick; and the late David Warren Gott. Grandmother of 15, she is also survived by her siblings, Lorraine Catterton of Owings, Anna Mae Bowen of Owings, William Cullember of Harrington DE, Ronald Cullember of Pittsburgh PA and Arlene Sherbert of West River, MD. The family received friends at the Full Gospel Assembly of God in Prince Frederick. Her final resting place is Asbury Cemetery in Barstow. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Dorothy Hardesty, 87 Dorothy Hardesty was born on March 28, 1925 in Baltimore to the late Norris H. and Helen E. Edmonds Hardesty. She passed away July 17, 2012. Besides her parents, Dorothy is predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Carida Hardesty, Elizabeth Helen Denton, Edmond B. Hardesty and Norris G. Hardesty, Jr. She is survived by her niece, Darlene E. Horsmon and her husband John of St. Leonard, great niece Kimberly H, Long and her husband Phillip of St. Leonard, great nephews Christopher R. Horsmon and his wife Cindy of St. Leonard, and Jeffrey A. Horsmon and his wife Vicky of St. Leonard, and many more nieces and nephews. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert County Nursing Center.

Jestine DeLee Brown, daughter of Tyler Davis, 19 the late Benjamin Anderson and Ruth Young Anderson was born Tyler Ralph Davis, February 17, 1931, in age 19, of Dunkirk, Maryland died Saturday, Harleyville, SC. Jestine July 28, 2012 from injuries departed this life, July 14, sustained in a motorcycle 2012 at the home of her accident. devoted Caretaker, Mrs. He was the beloved Lucille Brown, in son of Lisa Marie Tenney Huntingtown after an extended illness. (Ken Brady) and Ralph L. She attended public schools in Harleyville. When Davis, Jr. (Linda); loving it was time to further her education, Jestine chose Claflin brother of Trey L. Davis and University where she majored in Elementary Education. In 1952, Victor A. DeLee and Jestine Anderson Dylan O. Tenney; grandson of Mary L. Metzker, Ralph L. were joined in holy matrimony. From this union one Davis, Sr., Anna L. Frye and Delores M. Alford; devoted son, Gregory, was born. Years later, following the death of Mr. DeLee, she married Woodrow Brown. Jestine's teaching career started in South Carolina where she taught for seven years. In 1964, Jestine moved to Calvert County where she was employed as a teacher by Calvert County Public Schools. She continued furthering her education by doing graduate work at South Carolina State College, University of Connecticut, University of Maryland and Bowie State University. Her love of children caused Jestine to continue to teach. She taught in Calvert Affordable Funerals, Caskets, Vaults, County until she retired in 1993. Jestine became a member of Mt. Olive United Cremation Services and Pre-Need Planning Methodist Church in Prince Frederick, Maryland, where Family Owned and Operated by she served on many committees and was Church Historian. Jestine was also a Sunday School teacher for Barbara Rausch and Bill Gross many years. Her love for gospel music inspired her to join the Gospel Choir at Mt. Olive. www.RauschFuneralHomes.com Jestine was a member of the United Teaching Profession, Calvert Education Association, and Maryland State Retired Educators. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary #220, Disabled 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane 4405 Broomes Island Rd. 20 American Lane American Veterans Auxiliary, Alliance for Mental Illness, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Concerned Black Educators, a 410-257-6181 410-586-0520 410-326-9400 member on the Board of Adult Day Care, Inc. and a Supervisor for Shaklee Corporation.

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Mary Jones, 100 Mary Ellen Gross Jones was born August 27, 1911, to the late Mervin and Ellen Gross. On July 15, 2012, just short of her 101st birthday, the Lord peacefully called her to eternal rest after a little more than a year’s stay at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House located in Prince Frederick. Mary, a native of Calvert County, was educated here in public school thru the sixth grade, and was united in marriage to the late Arthur Jones by the late Reverend Preston. R. Vauls in October of 1934. From this union, 15 children were born. Raised with a religious awareness, she attended St. Edmonds United Methodist Church, Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, and the Free Gospel Deliverance Temple Church of Coral Hills, where Bishop Ralph E. Green was the pastor. There she acknowledged the Lord Jesus as her Savior, was water baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost. A lover of the Word of God, she favored the 23rd Psalm. Indicative of the times, Mary worked in several homes as a domestic engineer. Her most memorable employers were Dr. Mess and Mr. and Mrs. Neto. She served them for many years as a cook, and was known for her exceptional fried chicken, potato salad, yeast rolls, and delicious cakes. She lived in “Rich Neck” for many years, farmed alongside her husband, and was skilled at canning and preserving foods. At the end of her long days, she would on occasion watch a baseball game, but spent most her time managing her home. She enjoyed raising and nurturing farm animals including chickens, ducks, and turkeys. She was a woman of profound strength, cared for her family with much diligence, and literally rose early in the morning before the break of day for many years. Hers was the days of wood burning stoves, drawing water from a well, Kerosene lanterns, and food made only from “scratch.” Also a good seamstress, she looked well after her household and did not eat the bread of idleness. (Proverbs 31) She maintained her independence at her own home through the age of 97. As her age began to manifest debilitating symptoms that put her at risk, she was exceptionally cared for in the home of Gladys Coates, who was daily facilitated by Alberta Jones, and other supportive family members. Ultimately cared for by the staff of the Burnett Calvert Hospice House, she transitioned without dismay. Mary was courageous, never complained and typically when asked how she was feeling would say, “I feel fine…” Sober in mind, gentle in spirit, she loved the Lord Jesus Christ, and would often say it was because, “He first loved me.” She was preceded in death by her husband Arthur, son Samuel, grandson Lemuel, two daughters, Catherine and Leatha-Mae, and four brothers, Warren, Mervin, Murley, and William Gross. Also preceded in death by three sisters, Genevieve Coates, Ida Smith, Alverta Gross-Jones,

and Isabella Turner, Mary leaves 12 children who were blessed and loved by her over the 100 years of her life: Virginia Creek, Lillie, Sadie and husband Croon, (Marion), Gladys Coates, Alberta, Evangeline, Mattie, Arthur (Dickie), Russell and wife Sally, Daniel and wife Elsie, Grafton, and John Jones. It’s certain she will be missed as well by a host of people, more than we could number, of grand, great, great-great, and great-great-great grandchildren. As well, her special nephew Lambertine Jones and many other relatives, and friends will miss the fellowship they shared. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements. Visitation and funeral services were held at Dunkirk Baptist Church. Her final resting place is the Ernestine Jones Cemetery in Chesapeake Beach.

Alice McGregor, 78

lived in the District until moving to Landover Hills, MD, and she had resided in Chesapeake Beach since 1979. Ruth was employed at the US Navy Department in Washington, D.C. where she was the Director of the Personal Property Division. She retired in 1984 after over 36 years of service. Ruth was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in North Beach, MD, and the Stallings-Williams American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 206. She was also very active at the Calvert Pines Senior Center. In her leisure time, Ruth enjoyed going to the beach, camping, reading, spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and her pet dogs. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband John Ralph Miller, her son Michael Francis Miller, her parents, a sister Iona Atkins, and a brother Verne Carter. She is survived by daughters Patricia A. Smith and husband R. Curt of Ocean City, MD, and Bridgett J. Baumgartner and husband Donald of Laurel; grandchildren Kelly C. Smith of Silver Spring, and Kevin R. Smith of Rockville. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in North Beach. Her final resting place is Washington National Cemetery in Suitland. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3 North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054 (web site: cancer.org) or to the National Cancer Institute, 6116 Executive Boulevard Suite 300, Bethesda MD 20892.

Alice Ruth “Sam” McGregor, age 78, of Lusby passed away on Thursday July 26, 2012 at her residence with her devoted husband by her side. She was born on October 28, 1933 in Pittsburgh, PA to Elizabeth Widish Large and Isaac Large, Jr. She was the loving wife of Ralph E. McGregor whom she married on November 9, 1963 in Mt. Independence, PA. Ruth graduated in 1953 from Eli-Mon High School, Elizabeth, PA. Ruth was a resident of Oxon Hill, MD until 1997 when she relocated to Calvert County. She was always a loving person who was devoted to her family and many friends. All who knew her will miss her deeply. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents and Rita Minion, 62 her brother, James Large. Ruth leaves behind her loving and devoted husband Ralph E. McGregor of Rita Minion, 62, Lusby; son, David E. McGregor of Thailand; two of Lusby, passed away at sisters, Cherie and her husband Bob Berlinn of Anne Arundel Medical Rough & Ready, CA, and Darlene and her husband Center, Annapolis, MD Tom Volk of Monongahela, PA and her brother on July 24, 2012. Isaac and his wife Jackie Large, III of Monongahela, She was born on PA. August 23, 1949 in Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled Pittsburgh, PA to Wilma arrangements. and Pasquale Minnitte. Her final resting place will be the MD Rita was active as a Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD. Memorial Realtor with O’Brien contributions may be made to: Calvert Hospice, Reality since 1997 and calverthospice.org. was a Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI). She loved her animals and was very involved Ruth Miller, 86 with spaying and neutering cats and dogs to help prevent animal over population, she was also Ruth Dorothy involved in the prevention of cruelty of all animals. She was preceded in death by her parents and Miller, 86, of Chesapeake Beach her husband, Christopher Minion who passed away passed away July 26, on August 22, 2011. Rita is survived by her son, 2012 at Calvert Rick Minnitte of Hummelstown, PA and her Memorial Hospital, brother, Donald Minnitte of Pittsburgh, PA. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled Prince Frederick. She was born arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to: September 8, 1925 in Alliance, OH to Charles Calvert Animal Welfare League, 1040 Prince and Elsie (Snyder) Frederick Blvd., P. O. Box 1660, Prince Frederick Carter. Ruth was raised MD 20678 (web site: cawlrescue.org or The Well in Washington, D.C. where she attended public Pet Clinic, 21800 N. Shangri-La Drive, Unit 16, schools, graduating from Eastern High School. She Lexington Park MD 20653 (web site: attended Western Maryland College in thewellpetclinic.com). Westminster, now McDaniel College, for two years. Ruth married John Ralph Miller in 1945 and they Virginia Oszajca, 98 Virginia Patricia Oszajca, 98, of Port Republic passed away July 18, 2012. She was born Nov 29, 1913 in West Warwick, RI to Dominico and Marianne Di Carlo. She was a homemaker who also enjoyed traveling, cooking, old movies and taking care of her grand kids. Her passion was Italian food. She is survived by her son Robert, and his wife Aurora Oszajca, grand children Robert Oszajca II and Jennifer McKinney and several great grand children. Family received friends at Raush Funeral Home in Port Republic Maryland. A mass of Christian burial was held at Saint John Vianney Catholic Church in Prince Fredrick and interment followed at St Mary’s Cemetery in West Warwick, RI. Arrangements provided by the Rausch Funeral Home, PA of Port Republic.

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Tom Parran, 91 Thomas Parran, Jr., 91, of St. Leonard passed away on July 24, 2012 in Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Tom was born on April 9, 1921 in St. Leonard to the late Thomas Parran Sr. and Madeline Bond Parran. The Parran’s have been political leaders starting with Thomas Parran Sr., Tom’s father. The history of the Parran’s surfaced during the Battle of St. Leonard Creek, 1814. The two brothers, Parran’s owners of an estate at the mouth of St. Leonard Creek. Thomas Parran Sr. was a member of Congress in 1912. He served several Commissions; the most fascinating was the State Roads Commission. His name is engraved on the Hanover Street Bridge, Baltimore, 1914-1917. He was also the Clerk of the Court of Appeals. Thomas Parran Jr. (TP), was a gracious gentleman. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and owned and operated Maryland Bus Lines and Parran Limousine Service for many years. The legacy of the Parran’s is a story of considerable significance and success in TP’s journey of leading Southern Maryland beyond national horizons. His kindness, love and joy for family and friends, and of course his companion and former wife Patricia Weller Parran makes his name the most pronounced name in Calvert County. He is survived by his sons, Thomas Parran, III and Douglas Parran. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Sledge Parran, and his former wife and companion, Patricia Weller Parran. The received friends at Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic. Funeral services were held at Christ Episcopal Church; Interment will follow in Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church, 3100 Broomes island Road, Port Republic, Maryland 20676.

Ronnie Powell, 63 Ronnie Lee Powell, 63, of Lusby, formerly of Hagerstown, MD passed away on July 26, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on April 9, 1949 in Winchester, VA to the late Kathleen Lavenia and Bruce Albertus Powell. He was the beloved husband to Elizabeth “Lisa” Buckner

Powell. Ronnie graduated from North Hagerstown High School and went on to join the United States Navy in 1968. He served his country honorably and was discharged in 1972. While in the Navy he served in electrical construction and as a ‘Sea Bee” and received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and a Navy Unit Commendation. After the military, Ronnie went on to get his B.S. degree in Theology and M.A. degree in Education from Hyles-Anderson College in Hammond, IN and a second M.S. degree in Education from Towson University. Ronnie was a Mathematics teacher at Great Mills High School and Leonardtown Middle School for 12 years and had to retire due to medical concerns. He was also an Associate Pastor at Victory Baptist Church in Charlotte Hall, MD for ten years. He loved playing Texas Hold’em and watching the TV series The Walking Dead. Ronnie is survived by his wife of 16 years, Elizabeth “Lisa” B. Powell of Lusby; children, Rebekah Kenny, Hannah Peterson, Rachel Childs, and Naomi Stamper; step-children, Christopher Johnson, Zachary Johnson, and Alice Snyder; siblings, Benjamin Powell and Sandra Powell, and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a step-son David Johnson. Pallbearers were Damon Kenny, Christopher Johnson, Justin Stamper, Damon Kenny, Jr., Zachary Johnson, and David Childs. The family received friends at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, where a funeral service was officiated by Pastor Steve Fehrman. Interment followed at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Great Mills, MD. The family requests that memorial contributions to be made in Ronnie’s name to Calvert Hospice, calverthospice.org.

Bob Reeves, 66 Robert Arden “Bob” Reeves, 66, of Solomons, formerly of San Diego, CA passed away on July 28, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 24, 1945 in National City, CA to the late Pearl and Arden Reeves. He was the beloved husband to Julia Ann Reeves whom he married in Winterhaven, CA on April 29, 1966. Bob graduated from Hoover High School in 1963 and went on to graduate from Mesa and San Diego State College in 1966. He was a Program Manager for the U.S. Government and retired after 35 years of service on January 3, 2001. Bob was also a devoted member of the Solomons Vol. Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Bob is survived by his wife of 46 years Julia Ann Reeves of Solomons; children, Joseph Reeves and wife Wendy of Falling Water, WV, Jennifer Miedzinski and husband David of Hollywood, MD, and Caroline and husband Daniel or Lusby; grandchildren, Joseph, Weston, Adam, Ryan, Sarah, and Robert; and a sister, Susan J. Nobbs, of Susanville, CA. The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 4, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Solomons Vol. Fire Department and Rescue Squad, 13150 HG Trueman Rd. ,Solomons, MD 20688 where a Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Chaplain Bill Miller. Interment will be private. The family requests that memorial contributions to be made to the Solomons Vol. Fire Department and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 189, Solomons, MD 20688, Calvert Hospice, calverthospice.org, and or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245. Arrangements were provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby.

Shari Russell, 56 Sharon Denise Russell, age 56, of Lusby, passed away July 17, 2012 at Aria Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Known as Shari, she was born September 22, 1955 in Prince Frederick, to Frederick Lyle and Judith M. (Pickrel) Hightower. She was raised in Chesapeake Beach, attended Beach Elementary and Calvert Middle School, and graduated from Calvert High School. She was married to Danny Linthicum and lived in District Heights, MD, raising their daughter April. Shari and Danny later divorced and she moved back to Chesapeake Beach. She married Charles W. Russell October 31, 1983 and she and Charlie resided in Lusby, MD. In addition to being a homemaker, Shari

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was employed at the U.S. Navy Department Office of the Comptroller for several years. She and a business partner, Michele Quesenberry, later owned and operated a gift shop called “Inner Equinox” in Solomons. She was also a massage therapist and a Reiki Master. In her leisure time Shari enjoyed crafts and jewelry making, and was fond of shopping, watching movies, and dining out. She was a person who loved people and enjoyed spending time helping others. Shari was preceded in death by her father Freddy Hightower. She is survived by her husband Charlie Russell; a daughter April D. Gray and son Jason A. Russell, both of Leonardtown; a grandson Craig Gantt of Lusby; her mother Judie Turner of Indian Head, MD; sisters Darla Turner of Indian Head, Ellen Hightower Kronk of Lusby and Kelly Hightower McMillion of Frankford, WV; and other siblings Carl Jackson of Garrisonville, VA, Joyce Anderson of Kentucky, James Jackson of North Carolina, Judy Blazek of Spotsylvania, VA, Chris Hightower of Warrenton, VA, and Stephanie Myles of Renick, WV. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Dick Tarman, 73 Richard Grant Tarman, Sr., known as “Dick,” age 73 of Huntingtown was born on December 21, 1938 to Rosalie and Walter Tarman of Zanesville, OH. He passed away on July 25, 2012. Dick was the beloved husband of Debbie Tarman; loving father of Richard (Angela) Tarman, Jr., Shelly (Lucas) McGill, Ashley (Joshua, Sr.) Moore and Dennis (Christine) Craig; devoted grandfather of Joshua Moore, Jr., Hannah and Alex Craig and Casey Tarman. He was the brother of Judy (Pat) O’Flaherty and Rex (Shirley) Tarman. He is also survived by his beloved doggie, Meme and his wife’s family. Mr. Tarman served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He retired as maintenance manager from the United States Post Office after 30+ years of service. Services were held at Lee Funeral Home in Owings, which also handled arrangements. Interment with military honors followed in Maryland Veterans’ Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD.

Chris Turlington, 37 Christopher Andrew “Chris” Turlington passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 19, 2012 from an aneurysm. He was 37. Originally from Gloucester, VA, Chris graduated from Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, VA with degrees in History and Religious Studies. He was a proud brother of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and was instrumental in the re-colonization of Kappa Sigma at Randolph-Macon. Upon graduation, he went on to work for Kappa Sigma, proudly helping consult other chapters on the Eastern seaboard. It was through Kappa Sigma that he met his wife, Rae Anne. Chris was a beloved teacher at Patuxent High School, sharing his passion for history with his students daily. He was very active in the Athletic Department at PHS, having coached the Girl’s Varsity Basketball team. He also coached his son’s t-ball team and basketball team. Chris enjoyed watching his daughter learn to swim and dance. He was an avid sports fan and self-proclaimed connoisseur of beer. Chris’ family was the light of his life, and he was a devoted father, husband, son, and brother. He is survived by his wife, Rae Anne (Edwards), and his beloved children, Hunter, age 7 and Olivia, age 3, all of Port Republic. Chris was preceded in death by his father, Pete Turlington of Gloucester, VA. Survivors include his mother, Jackie Turlington, sister Carrie Turlington Provensen and brother-in-law Ethan Provensen, all of Gloucester, VA; mother-and father-in-law Pam and Jim Edwards

of Bethalto, IL; sister-and brother-in-law Rebecca and Jerry Wood of Denver, NC; and nephew Trenton and niece Avery of Denver, NC. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements. A funeral and Celebration of Life was held at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Lusby. A trust has been set up for his children’s college education. Contributions can be made in the form of a check to the Christopher A. Turlington Memorial Fund at PNC Bank, P.O. Box 192, Solomons, MD, 20688.

Loren Zaremba, 70 Loren A. Zaremba, 70, of St Leonard passed away on July 24, 2012. Loren was born on July 12, 1942 in Wyandotte, Michigan to Andrew and Irene Zaremba. Loren was an avid sailor who enjoyed sailing on the Chesapeake Bay and other water activities. He also enjoyed walking the beaches of Calvert County looking for shark teeth. Loren was very intrigued by stars and the moon and grew fond of and studied astronomy. In his free time, he and his wife also loved to play tennis. Loren is survived by his wife Terrye G. Zaremba and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many friends who will truly miss him. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

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Help Wanted Dental office seeking PT Patient Coordinator to handle reception, scheduling and insurance claims. Must have 1-2 years of experience as a dental assistant. Ideal candidate is professional and has excellent customer service skills. Please send resume to merajdentalspa@yahoo.com. Do you love to meet interesting people? Bayside Partners, LLC is looking for additional sales executives to join our growing team. Must have reliable transportation, Internet access, and be mobile savvy. Please email resume to: ChesapeakeCurrent@gmail.com or call (410) 231-0140.

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Crafters, artists and commercial vendors are being sought for Smokin' On the Bay 2012 event to be held Saturday and Sunday, September 1 and 2 in Tracys Landing. Both Craft Tent and Vendor Row spaces are available. Great opportunity, fun, well-attended BBQ-themed event! Visit www.smokinonthebay.com/vendors or call (410) 5070531 for details.

Sadie Sweet Sadie is looking for a home and new owners who will love her as much as she loves them, and that's a lot. Sadie could possibly be the perfect dog, as she is already house trained and knows basic obedience. But wait! It gets better! Sadie loves other dogs and would really like to go to a home with them. Sadie could also go with kids and could even go with cats! Yep! She's that amazing! Sadie is pretty peppy, as she is still a puppy, but she knows how to calm down after a bit of playing. She is working on "fetch" but so far, all she has done is run and get the ball and bring it back to the area of the thrower, but not so much the drop it aspect of fetch, yet. Sadie is in a foster home and, though she loves it there, she longs for a home of her own. For more information, please visit www.HumaneSocietyOfCalvertCounty.org or visit all the animals available in person at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Phone: (410) 257-4908. Be sure to say you read about this pet in the Chesapeake Current!

Take me home! Toni

Toni is a black and white domestic short hair cat, black and white. She was brought in as a stray by a citizen, and is estimated to be about three years old.

Trish Trish is a 12-yearold female terrier mix, brown and white, currently available for adoption. For more information about these or any of the many lovable animals currently needing homes, contact Anne Arundel County Animal Control at (410) 222-8900. Be sure to say you saw them in the Chesapeake Current!

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Chesapeake Current Music Calendar Have an upcoming music event you’d like listed here? Email details to MusicNotes@ChesapeakeCurrent.com. Rock The Dock & Beach Music: Enjoy live music, beautiful views, and hospitality at the Boardwalk Café at the Rod ‘N’ Reel in Chesapeake Beach every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday through Labor Day! Mark your calendars now and come on out to enjoy these great acts! - Roger McDuffy – Thursday, August 2 beginning at 5:00 p.m. - Slow Rush Revival – Sunday, August 5 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - The Entertainers – Wednesday, August 8 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bandshell - Roger McDuffy – Thursday, August 9 beginning at 5:00 p.m. - The Wanderers – Sunday, August 12 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Steve Bassett’s Virginia Breeze – Wednesday, August 15 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bandshell - Roger McDuffy – Thursday, August 16 beginning at 5:00 p.m. - Appaloosa – Sunday, August 19 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Right On Band – Wednesday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bandshell - Roger McDuffy – Thursday, August 23 beginning at 5:00 p.m. - The KGC Band With Shellie – Sunday, August 26 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - The Embers – Wednesday, August 29 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bandshell - Roger McDuffy – Thursday, August 30 beginning at 5:00 p.m. - Exclusives – Sunday, September 2 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 2 Solid Brass: College of Southern Maryland presents the Big Band Jazz Ensemble, Solid Brass, at the Prince Frederick Campus. 6:45 p.m. Eat on the lawn or bring a picnic. www.csmd.edu/Arts Friday, August 3 WWII USO Remembered (USO Night): from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on the Solomons Riverwalk at the Gazebo. USO Night 2012 marks the 8th year. Hosted by the Circle of Angels Initiative, Inc., it is a night of WWII remembrance and musical history. circleofangels.org (301) 778-3848 director@circleofangels.org Navy Cruisers: First Free Friday featuring the Navy Band in concert at 7:00 p.m. on the outdoor stage at the Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic supper. Free.

Enjoy The Arts! August 3, 4 & 5 Junk Drawer Art: workshop at Annmarie Art Center from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Cost: $40 $45, (410) 326-4640. August 4 The Maker's Market: at Annmarie Sculpture Garden from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Farmer's market featuring handmade, homemade, or homegrown household goods and art. Free parking and admission. Through August 26 Eartha, Wind and Fire: at Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach. (410) 286-5278. Glass artist, Theresa Musengo and ceramic artist, Parran Collery reunite for the month of August with themes of nature and inspiration. Opening reception on Saturday, August 4 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 pm. Enjoy live music and light refreshments. Through Sunday, August 12 Pots & Paint: Collaborations by painter Abbey Griffin and potter Ray Bogle at the CalvART Gallery, Prince Frederick Shopping Center at the intersection of Route 4 and Duke Street. Ray and Abbey are adventurous and, thus, constantly evolving in their individual art. They are drawn to the challenge of sharing knowledge and exploring overlapping interests to create pieces that are unique. For Pots & Paint, they have explored matching paintings with tiles, paint on raw raku and combining paintings with pots for wall display. You can see some of their work on Facebook’s Pots and Paint page. For more information call: (410) 535-9252; or www.calvartgallery.com. Wednesday, August 15 – Sunday, September 9 The Shelter Show at CalvART Gallery to help raise funds for those who give shelter. A champagne chocolate strawberry reception with a live auction and special sales will be held Saturday, August 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The CalvART Gallery is located in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center at the intersection of Route 4 and Duke St. During this special show, artists will raise funds for Project ECHO, Calvert Hospice and Southern Maryland Arc. Artists have selected pottery, jewelry, glasswork and paintings to be included in the fundraiser. The artists say that 30% of all selected artwork will go the organizations, and these works will be on sale throughout the show. Every Friday North Beach Art Fair: at 6:00 p.m. at the Friday Night Farmers’ Market there’s an Art Fair on 7th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues. Through the end of September. Contact Celia Molofsky at (410) 286-0000 for more info. Juried artists, new artists, young and creative, ceramics, oils, watercolors, jewelry, sculptures and more!

Sunday, August 5 Pint & Dale: William Pint and Felicia Dale, a Seattle-based duo, will bring their songs of the high seas to the Captain Avery Museum’s Music on the Lawn: A Summer Series on Sunday, August 5 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The program is free and open to the public, although donations of $5 per person will be appreciated. The Museum is located at 1418 EW Shady Side Road. Drawing on several cultures, Pint and Dale perform traditional and modern music and songs reflecting the immense vitality of those who live and work on the sea. With their bold rhythms and energetic harmonies, they present contemporary maritime songs and the traditional work chanteys sung aboard the tall ships. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic to the magnificent waterfront of the Museum overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. It is the perfect setting for a Sunday evening family outing. Bring blankets and chairs for your comfort. Beverages and food will be available for purchase. In the event of rain, the concert will be held indoors. For more information, check the Museum’s website, captainaverymuseum.org, or call the office at (410) 867-4486. Saturday, August 11 Justin Crenshaw Band: free concert on the Pavilion in North Beach at 6:00 p.m. Weekly Events (ongoing): Every Friday Night Garrett Music Academy students perform on the bandstand and boardwalk during the North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market. Watch the kids play, and get mini-music lessons. Garrett Music Academy in Owings is also offering a series of fun summer camps for all ages. Contact them at (410) 286-5505 or visit online for information: garrettmusicacademy.com.

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Friday, August 10

Birdwalk at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Learn the skills of identifying birds by sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Not appropriate for children younger than 12. (410) 741-9330 or jugbay.org

On Pins & Needles: Bring projects for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 410-535-0291. 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Business Networking Cruise: Sponsored by the Bay Business Group, but open to all businesspeople in the Oyster Wars Talk: Captain Gregory Bartles, area. Just $35 per person! Leave at 7:30 p.m. from Lieutenant Commander and DNR historian talks Chesapeake Beach, and cruise under a full moon on on the Oyster Wars and Cannon display 7:00 the Chesapeake Bay until 9:30 p.m! Buy tickets p.m. in the Calvert Marine Museum auditorium, online at BayBusinessGroup.org; email Solomons. Free. President@Bay BusinessGroup.org or call Diane Burr at (410) 231-0140 to reserve your spot!

Huge Yard Sale: At the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department on Bayside Road in Chesapeake Beach from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. To reserve a table, contact Diana at (410) 231-1775. Tables are $15 each or two for $25 (must be reserved in advance; for additional table space, please contact Diana. Everyone’s invited to come and check out the wide range of great stuff at this mega yard sale event!

Chesapeake Pride Festival: 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m., rain or shine. The Chesapeake Pride Planning Committee is organizing the only annual Pride event held for Anne Arundel and Calvert Counties. The mission is to foster an understanding of the LGBT Community in the general population by raising awareness through education and an annual Festival to ultimately achieve unity and harmony. Swimming, live music, food, beverages, Plus, a Drag Show! Sorry no pets, please. For more info, visit chesapeakepridefestival.org. For more info, contact email: info@chesapeakepridefestival.org or call (410) 599-0273.

Fish Survey: At Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian. Using a seine net, help researchers monitor the fish populations living in streams and wetlands. Volunteers willing to get wet are needed to help catch, identify and measure (and then release) fish. Wear old shoes that tie tightly and clothes that can get wet and muddy. Bring a bag lunch, change of clothes, shoes and a towel. Sat, August 11, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Surveys will be rescheduled if it rains. For teens and adults. Call (410) 741-9330 to register.

Solid Brass: College of Southern Maryland Kids Playwriting Festival Twin Beach Players Presents the 7th Annual Kids’ presents the Big Band Jazz Ensemble, Solid Brass, Playwriting Festival, weekends, August 3 thru 12; at the Prince Frederick Campus. 6:45 p.m. Eat on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m., Sundays at the lawn or bring picnic. www.csmd.edu/Arts 3:00 p.m. at the North Beach Boys & Girls Club. All tickets $5. Visit twinbeachplayers.com or call Lincoln to Obama: Discussion/Debate on Oath of Office from Lincoln to Obama. 7:00-8:30 p.m. (410) 286-1890 for tickets. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, (410) 535-0291.

Thursdays Throughout August

Dream Big Kids can Dream Big and learn about careers of people with story, craft, and snack each week. Ages kindergarten to 5th grade. Registration not required. On Thursdays, Aug. 2 & 9, 2:30-3:30pm at Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch, (410) 535-0291 and Fairview Branch, (410) 257-2101. On Thursday, Aug. 8, 2:30-3:30pm at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, (410) 257-2411 and Southern Branch, WWII USO Remembered (USO Night): from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on the Solomons (410) 326-5289. Riverwalk at the Gazebo. USO Night 2012 marks the 8th year. Hosted by the Circle of Angels Initiative, Inc., it is a night of remembrance and musical history. circleofangels.org (301) 778-3848 director@circleofangels.org Annual Carnival Navy Cruisers: First Free Friday featuring the fundraiser hosted Navy Band in concert at 7:00 p.m. on the by the North outdoor stage at the Calvert Marine Museum, Beach Volunteer Solomons. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic Fire Department. supper. Free. 5th Street between Bay and On Pins & Needles: Bring projects for an Chesapeake afternoon of conversation and shared creativity Avenues in at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 410-535North Beach. 0291. 1:00-4:00 p.m.

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Through Saturday, August 4

Saturday, August 11

Lost River: Screening and discussion presented by Fred Dellinger. 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Calvert Library Summer Supper: Enjoy great food at All Saints Prince Frederick, (410) 535-0291. Episcopal Church's 67th annual Summer Supper Saturday, August 4 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at its Justin Crenshaw Band free concert on the Pavilion Parish Hall, 100 Lower Marlboro Road, Sunderland, in North Beach at 6:00 p.m. MD, at the intersection of Rts 2 & 4. Menu includes homemade crab cakes, ham, chicken & lots more. Country Dance at the American Legion 206 in Wonderful home-baked goodies & hand-made crafts Chesapeake Beach. If you can't dance, teachers will are also available. Proceeds benefit community & be available to give instruction. One-hour lessons church ministries. Adults (age 13 & older) $20; ages start at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. The modest price of $15.00 6-12, $10; 5 & under, free. Info: (410) 257-6306 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public warmly welcomed. ALPost206.org National Lighthouse Day: Celebrate at the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) with tours at Drum Point Lighthouse and Cove Point Lighthouse from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lighthouse juried art show in the lobby of CMM as well. Quarter Auction from noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Deale Elks Lodge. Proceeds benefit SCAN Food Nature Crafts at the Jug Bay Wetlands Visitor Center Bank. For more information, see their Facebook site: in Lothian from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Part of the Quarters From Heaven-Deale. Children's Discovery Series. Be inspired by the plants and animals of the sanctuary to create fun nature friends to take home with you. With naturalist Emma Boyer you will explore some of the cool creatures of the sanctuary then create nature friends inspired by John Wilkes Booth: Michael Kauffman, author of your experience. Examples of possible projects to American Brutus, presents and discusses the story of create and the basic materials will be provided but feel Booth and his associates. 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Calvert free to bring your creativity and any found natural Library Prince Frederick, (410) 535-0291. items that you may want to use, like interesting rocks, sticks or leaves. (410) 741-9330 or jugbay.org

Sunday, August 5

Sunday, August 12

Wednesday, August 15

Saturday, August 18

Tuesday, August 7

Crab & Shrimp Feast: Get tickets now because only 300 will be sold. 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. with Kids Learn about Lincoln: Reading and crafts that food served until 8:00 p.m. Menu: steamed crabs celebrate the life of Abraham Lincoln, 2:00-3:00 and shrimp, pulled pork BBQ, pit beef, hot dogs, p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, (410) cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, corn on the dob. Beer on tap. Tickets can be purchased at the North 535-0291. Beach Volunteer Fire Department firehouse, Ron’s Bay Pro Shop in Dunkirk and Tyler’s Tackle in Chesapeake Beach. Call (410) 257-6564 or visit online: northbeachfire.com.

Tues., Aug. 7 & Wed., Aug. 8

Dreams, Schemes & Magic Things: Summer fun featuring Magician Mike Rose’s new show. On the 7th, 10:00-11:00 a.m. with the Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at the Northeast Community Center, (410) 257-2411 and 2:00-3:00 p.m. with the Calvert Library Fairview Branch at Dunkirk Fire Department, (410) 257-2101. On the 8th, 10:00-11:00 a.m. with the Calvert Library Southern Branch at Patuxent Elementary School, (410) 326-5289 p.m. & 7:00-8:00 p.m. at File photosand by 2:00-3:00 Cheryl Emery. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, (410) 535-0291.

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