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Remembering the Marvel Area historians plan extraordinary program about local shipwreck

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Marking a Solemn Anniversary

Photo courtesy of the Lester Trott family.

Local historians have spent months pulling together facts and eyewitnesses for an extraordinary program on Wed. Aug. 12 to mark the 60th anniversary of the local sinking of the Levin J. Marvel. Get details in our exclusive Chesapeake Current story on pages 12-13…

The Bay Business Group (BBG) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wed. September 16 at Rod ‘N’ Reel in Chesapeake Beach (No August meeting - vacations). If you’re a local business owner who would like to learn more or attend, email President@BayBusinessGroup.org

More Tragedy on the Bay: Three Drown at Cove Point

Photo of brothers Daniel and Douglas Brown published with permission from Daniel’s son, Jason.

On Fri. July 24, at 7:22 p.m., the Calvert Control Center received a 911 call about two men drowing off Cove Point Beach in Lusby.

The Calvert County Sheriff ’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau determined that Daniel Jason Brown, 37, his brother Douglas Howell Brown, 39, of Mechanicsville along with Daniel’s 17-year-old son, Jason were swimming in the Chesapeake Bay off Cove Point.

The three entered deep water and became tired from swimming against the tide, since the current there is significant. Witnesses saw the three swimmers in visible distress, with both Daniel and Douglas disappearing beneath the surface of the water. Jason was able to make it to shore where he alerted family members and authorities. The body of Daniel Brown was recovered first, with the body of Douglas Brown found Monday.

A few days later, on Aug. 1 at 12:45 p.m., the Calvert Control Center received a report of another person in need of rescue in the Bay near the Cove Point Lighthouse. Emergency Medical Services and Calvert County Sheriff ’s Deputies responded. The Solomons VFD arrived on scene by boat and pulled the victim, unresponsive, from the water. He was taken to the Cove Point Lighthouse where EMS performed CPR. The victim was transported by ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The investigation revealed that the man was invited to the beach by a friend who lives at Cove Point. They walked to the point near the lighthouse where the victim decided to go into the water; the friend stayed on the shore. A short time later, the victim called for help, however, his friend was unable to reach him due to the swift current.

Citizens on the beach attempted to throw him a life ring, however, they were unsuccessful. The deceased is identified as 57-year-old Michael Stanley Oliver of Clinton, MD. Following the three drownings, a meeting was held between community members of Cove Point Beach, Calvert Marine Museum, Calvert County Government and Sherriff Mike Evans. They have decided to install new warning signs at the Cove Point Lighthouse and at the community beach entrances at the community beach entrances to stress the dangers of wading and swimming in the riptides.

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3 Community 10 Taking Care of Business 12 Cover Story 14 Letters 16 Remembering Family & Friends 20 Business Directory 22 Current Events

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Churches Offer “More Tasty Blessings” The Lusby Charge, Eastern and St. John United Methodist Churches and Solomons United Methodist Church are joining forces and resources in an effort to help feed the hungry in southern Calvert County.

Beginning Thurs., Aug. 11, this collaboration will operate the “More Tasty Blessings” Community Kitchen, which will provide complimentary meals for all in the community on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at East-John Youth Center, 11835 Mill Bridge Road, Lusby.

Based on information from End Hunger in Calvert County, nearly one in eight people experience hunger, and for children, that increases to one in five. The complimentary community kitchen is step toward ending

hunger.

“Our churches are excited to do all that we can to help feed the hungry in our communities,” said Rev. Marvin R. Wamble, pastor of the Lusby Charge. “It is truly our pleasure to be able to provide sit down meals twice a week for families and individuals. We believe that everyone should have access to a good meal; it’s good for the body and the soul.”

The “More Tasty Blessings” Community Kitchen will feature healthy sit-down meals for everyone in the community. In the near future, organizers say this collaboration will also provide community resources, healthy cooking tips, and information to help their neighbors to live a healthier and more prosperous life.

End Hunger Hosts Huge Food Distribution End Hunger In Calvert County will host its 4th Annual FoodStock distribution event on Sat. Aug. 8 from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at the End Hunger Warehouse at 141 Schooner Lane in the Calvert Business Park in Prince Frederick.

That morning nearly 100,000lbs of food will be sorted and distributed, free of charge, to nearly 800 local families and Partner Food Pantries. People will receive a combination of fresh produce provided by Farming4Hunger and nonperishable food items from the Maryland Food Bank.

New Doctor Serves Twin Beaches Dr. Melissa Stoner is the newest family medicine physician who is joining Calvert Primary Care Twin Beaches.

The announcement comes from Calvert Physician Associates (CPA), the employed provider network of Calvert Health System.

Dr. Stoner provides personalized health care for all ages including health screenings, preventive medicine, complete physicals, well baby checks, immunizations and annual gynecological exams. Dr. Stoner most recently worked with Patient First Urgent Care and Primary Care in Waldorf.

“I care for everyone from babies to the elderly, and every age group in between,” she said. “I chose family medicine because I really love treating the entire range of health issues for the whole family.”

“We are very happy to be able to offer the Twin Beaches community access to a highly qualified and dedicated physician,” said CPA Executive Director Teresa Baran. “I think her skill and personality will really resonate with our patients in Chesapeake Beach and North Beach, as well as the Southern Maryland community in general.”

“We are fortunate to have someone with Dr. Stoner’s experience working with us here in Calvert County”, said Dean Teague, president

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“Most people don’t realize that hunger is not a food issue,” says Jacqueline Miller President of End Hunger In Calvert County.

“There’s plenty of food. In Calvert County hunger is a distribution and access issue.

FoodStock is our county’s united effort to fix that problem. On Aug. 8, anyone who shows up to FoodStock will leave with nonperishable food items and fresh produce.

It’s that simple.”

Calvert County is the 13th wealthiest

county in the United States, yet more than 10% of the population utilizes local food pantries. On average, End Hunger’s Partner Food Pantries serve over 900 families every week. A complete list of Partner Food Pantries can be food on their website at endhungercalvert.org “This is our fourth FoodStock and every year cars begin lining up at 6:00AM, two and half hours before the event begins,” says Miller. “FoodStock is reminder to our community that hunger in Calvert County is real, the people it effects are real, and our ability to solve it is real.”

The week leading up to FoodStock, volunteer teams from Beach Boys Pizza – Papa John’s, S.J. Johnson Inc., Plan B Technology, Bay Wine + Spirits, and Dunkirk Wal-Mart will sort and pack food boxes that will later be distributed.

For more info about FoodStock or End Hunger In Calvert County visit endhungercalvert.org or call (410) 2575672.

Beach to Get New Development Plan and CEO of Calvert Health System. “I believe she represents the caliber of provider that fits well with our philosophy of helping our community get well, keep well and live well.”

Dr. Stoner graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC and completed her training at the Georgetown/Providence Family Medicine Residency.

Dr. Stoner is already at work in Twin Beaches and accepting new patients. To make an appointment, call (410) 414-2778 (APPT).

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A team of highly skilled and specialized Town Planners is coming to North Beach to help create a plan for the downtown area, and they are looking for input.

First platted in 1910, North Beach has a history of heydays and economic downturns. Today it is in another rebirth and revitalization. However, its main business area has suffered from a series of storms, fires, and economic hard times, leaving much of its prime property either undeveloped or underdeveloped.

With this in mind, Pat Haddon, Principal Planner for Calvert County and member of the North Beach Planning Commission suggested sending a proposal to the American Planning Association, asking them to send a Community Planning Assistance Team (CPAT) here to help with a Master Plan.

The goal is to develop a new North Beach business district to assure a financially sound future for the town, residents, businesses, and a lovely and inviting spot for its seasonal visitors.

Community Planning Assistance Teams are coordinated by the American Planning Association (APA) to assist communities that may lack planning expertise. These teams generally consist of AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) who volunteer their time to visit the community, stay for four to five days to work with stakeholders to achieve goals, with the

community paying for all travel expenses.

The team then completes the planning task and presents the community with a final product agreed upon in advance.

APA agreed that North Beach’s proposal is worthwhile. Headed by Robert Paternoster, a highly skilled and greatly respected planner with a Master of City Planning from Harvard University, many years of planning at a Planning Department Director level, and special knowledge of waterfront planning and development, APA will send a team of four certified Planners to come to North Beach. The dates of the CPAT visit are Thurs., Aug. 20, to Mon., Aug. 24.

A Visioning Meeting will be Thurs., Aug. 20, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Town Hall.

The Team is seeking input from residents, business owners, elected officials, Town employees, churches, young people, and any other interested individuals or groups.

A second meeting will be for business interests in and around North Beach. This meeting is being coordinated by Celia Molofsky, the owner of the Wheel Clothing Store on 7th Street in North Beach.

The message the Town wants to send is: “The Planners are coming and development will not be far behind – North Beach is poised for a new surge of development and it needs to be ready. Come out and share your vision, and give your input into North Beach’s future.”

Task Force to Honor Civil Rights Pioneer A new group tasked with honoring Calvert teacher Harriet Elizabeth Brown, who is credited with achieving pay equality for black teachers, is considering naming a building after her.

(L to R) Margaret Dunkle, chair of the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Task Force; Del. Michael Jackson, Brown’s cousin; Sherman Brown, his grandchildren, A.J. Churchill, Logan Churchill, and A.J. Sunkins, who came to the meeting from Virginia.

The Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Task Force held its first meeting on Mon. July 27 at the College of Southern Maryland. The group was established by the last session of Maryland Legislature, and Governor Larry Hogan recently authorized it with his signature.

Calvert County Commissioner Pat Nutter (R-District 2) suggested naming the new Prince Frederick Community Center after Brown.

Nutter also suggested that a portrait of Brown could be hung in the courthouse.

Calvert County Schools Superintendent Daniel Curry said perhaps a school should be named after her. He said, “There is a policy in that regard that prohibits schools from being named after people, but policies can change.”

In 1937, Brown, who had been a teacher at

Mt. Hope Elementary School for eight years, filed a lawsuit against the Calvert Board of Education with support from the National Association of Colored People (NAACP). The lawsuit contested the fact that she and other black teachers were paid only $600 for eight months’ work by Calvert Public Schools, although white teachers with the same credentials, experience and duties were paid $1,100. The young lawyer who argued her case was Thurgood Marshall, age 29, who would go on to become a Supreme Court Justice.

Around the same time as the Brown case, Walter Mills, a black high school principal in Anne Arundel County, filed a lawsuit because he was paid $1,050 a year while white principals were paid $1,800 a year. And there was a lawsuit in Montgomery County because white janitors at schools were paid more than black teachers. As demands for pay equity spread, Prince George’s County fired all of its African American teachers as an intimidation tactic.

This sparked a movement sending shock waves throughout Maryland, and the nation. Within a year, by the end of 1938, nine of Maryland’s 38 counties had agreed to equalize pay for black teachers, with others soon following.

“It’s a beautiful pride thing and a story that needs to be told,” commented Del. Michael Jackson (D-Calvert, Prince George’s).

Leading the task force is Margaret Dunkle, who also chairs the Calvert County Commission for Women. Nutter, Curry and Jackson are members of the task force as well as Joyce Freeland representing the Calvert County NAACP;

Malcolm Funn, designee of the Maryland Senate; and Guffrie Smith of the Calvert County Historical Society.

Attending the meeting were four members of Brown’s extended family who live in Virginia.

Cousin Sherman Brown, a professor himself, said that his famous ancestor downplayed her accomplishment. “Everyone knew it was wrong but they were afraid to say anything. She was quiet about it and simply would say that someone needed to do it (file the lawsuit), so she did. She said it was about fairness.”

Harriet Elizabeth “Lizzy” Brown was born in 1907 and retired in 1973 after spending her entire career as an educator at Mt. Hope Elementary School. She died Jan. 1, 2009 at the age of 101.

Sherman Brown said he was the executor of her will.

The task force will be meeting through the end of the year before compiling a report with recommendations. In the coming months, it will be holding numerous meetings to gather public input.

Brown’s students, or anyone who knew or worked with her, is urged to email MargaretDunkle@aol.com. She says, “We want stories, and people who can speak to her influence.”

A Facebook page has been launched - search for Harriet Elizabeth Brown and like the page to follow the progress. Also, watch the Chesapeake Current for future meetings where public input on ways to honor Brown will be sought.

Rabid Cat Found in County The Calvert County Health Department reports that a cat captured in the Yardley Hills area of Prince Frederick has tested positive for rabies.

The adult tan and black striped cat was picked up on Fri., July 24 by an Animal Control Officer after notification by a resident reporting an ill cat was under his car. A positive result for rabies was confirmed by the laboratory at Maryland’s Department of Health on Mon. July 27.

Rabies is a fatal disease spread through the saliva of an infected animal. When an exposed person receives proper medical care, treatment is 100% effective.

If you or anyone you know had any direct contact with a cat in the Yardley Hills area meeting

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Photo of rabid cat from the Calvert County Health Dept.

this description, you are urged to report this to the Sheriff’s office at (410) 535-2800. If you or your pets did not have direct contact with the cat, there is no danger.

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Police Blotter

Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports Trespassing

A woman reported that on July 27 at 8:20 a.m. there was a knock on her front door. She opened the door a small amount and an unknown black male asked if he could use her phone. She replied no and began to close the door. The suspect then grabbed the door, forcing it open. The woman’s dog ran in the room and bit the suspect on the leg.

The suspect then fled. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. Ostazeski at (410) 5352800.

Burglaries Unknown suspect(s) broke into a home in the 11200 block of Cove Lake Road in Lusby sometime between July 20 and 27 and stole over $6,000 worth of jewelry. DFC J. Hardesty is investigating.

On July 31 at 12:51 p.m. Dep. C. Idol responded to a home in the 2500 block of Solomons Island Rd. in Port Republic for a burglary in progress.

The owner said the house is for sale, and when she arrived, she saw a man loading items from the home into a van. Idol made contact with the suspect, who admitted taking items and showed them to Idol. The owners advised that on July 27, they had noticed other items missing and the suspect said he had those at his house. Richard Lynn Butcher, 52, of St. Leonard was charged with two counts of 2nd degree burglary, two

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counts of 4th degree burglary and two counts of theft under $1,000.A home in the 12400 block of San Jose Lane in Lusby was burglarized sometime between July 23 and 29 and a red 2003 Daytec motorcycle was stolen from the garage. DFC J. Denton is investigating.

Unknown suspect(s) stole a red and white, 2013 Honda TRX 400X four-wheeler from a garage in the 11800 block of Rivershore Drive in Dunkirk between July 23 and 27. DFC A. Woodford is investigating.

A victim on Sidewinder Court in Lusby reported to Dep. G. Gott that between July 18 and 24, someone stole a small, blue air compressor and a red, pancake-shaped air compressor from his shed.

A home in the 100 block of Leason Cove Drive in Lusby was burglarized on July 31 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Two guns and money was stolen. Dep. R. Weems is investigating.

Unknown suspect(s) spray painted obscene pictures on the side of a home on Thomas Avenue in Owings and then broke into the home and spray painted inside as well. DFC A. Locke is investigating.

Thefts On Jul. 25 shortly after midnight, Dep. T. Mohler responded to the Prince Frederick Safeway for the report of a theft. Employees advised a man left the store pushing a shopping cart full of items he had not paid for. Sgt. C. Kontra observed the

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suspect loading the merchandise into a vehicle.

Dep. T. Mohler made contact with the suspect and a second man. Tavon Leon Young, 27, of Washington D.C. and Jeffrey Giles Haston, 26, of District Heights were each charged with theft less than $1,000, and possession of CDS paraphernalia; a cigar wrapper.

A Simpson pressure washer was stolen from the front porch of a home in the 10900 block of Cedar Drive in Lusby on July 28 between 1:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. DFC J. Hardesty is investigating.

Two outgoing pieces of mail containing personal checks were stolen out of a mailbox on Ashwood Dr. in Dunkirk on July 22. Dep. B. Schaefer is investigating.

Thefts from Vehicles DFC C. Fox is investigating the theft of an envelope of cash stolen from inside an unlocked vehicle parked overnight in the Ledo’s Restaurant parking lot in Chesapeake Beach between July 26 and 27.

A purse was taken from inside a vehicle at a home on Whispering Drive in Prince Frederick sometime between July 28 and 30 and later located in the nearby woods. Between July 28 and 29 a vehicle parked outside another home on Whispering Drive was broken into and $53 in property was taken. DFC T. Holt is investigating both.

Destruction of Property A garage door and vehicle were both spray painted with profanity by unknown person(s) overnight between Jul. 19 and 20 at a home in the 2500 block of Sansbury Dr. in Chesapeake Beach. The

damage is estimated at $1,000. DFC R. Cress is investigating.

Dep. C. Ward is investigating damage to a bus station shelter at the Park ‘N Ride on Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk. The damage was discovered on July 29.

Someone caused $75 in damage to a wooden fence surrounding the parking lot at the Flag Harbor Yacht haven in St. Leonard between Jul. 20 and 21. Dep. D. Naughton is handling the investigation.

Maryland State Police Reports Theft Trooper Rucker responded to the Food Lion in Prince Frederick at 4:16 p.m. for a reported theft on Jul. 29. The suspect was located at the intersection of Rt. 231 and Prince Frederick Blvd. and stolen items were recovered. Joseph F. Gross, 49, of Port Republic, was arrested.

Burglary/Theft A reported burglary on Jul. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the 3700 block of Hunting Creek Rd. in Huntingtown is being investigated by Trooper Warrick. Unknown suspect(s) forced entry into the victim’s home and stole a 64-inch flat screen Mitsubishi TV. Destruction of Property On Jul. 26 at 1:07 p.m., Trooper Megelick responded to the 800 block of Leesburg Ct. in Huntingtown for a reported destruction of property to a vehicle. Pink paint had been sprayed on the windows of the victim’s vehicle.

Investigation revealed a possible juvenile suspect.

Police Blotter (con’t) One Dead, Five Seriously Hurt in Crash A 90-year-old Davidsonville resident is dead following a serious head-on accident on MD Rt. 2 in Tracys Landing.

On Sat. Aug. 1, at approximately 4:17 p.m., officers from the Southern District responded to the two-vehicle crash on Solomons Island Road between Old Solomons Island Road and Jewell Road in Tracys Landing.

Anne Arundel County Police say their investigation determined that a light blue 2012 Jeep SUV driven by Hector Guillermo Calixto, 49, of Arnold, MD was northbound on Solomons Island Road when it crossed the double yellow line and struck a silver Dodge Caravan that was traveling southbound.

Both vehicles sustained extensive damage, and the fire department had to physically extract the seriously injured from both vehicles. The rear passenger of the Dodge van, Ella B. Tobin, age 90, was transported to University of Maryland Shock Trauma

with life threatening injuries and succumbed to those injuries. Police say the cause of the crash appears to be the Jeep’s failure to stay within a single lane.

Calixto and two passengers in his Jeep, residents of Annapolis, were all three taken to Anne Arundel Medical Center and admitted in serious condition. They were identified as Lydia Castellanos and Francisca Tobar, both age 90.

The other vehicle, the 2007 Dodge Caravan, was driven by Jeffery T. Glovier, 58, of Lothian. He and a passenger, Helena Alberta Glovier, 56, also of Lothian were taken to Anne Arundel Medical Center and hospitalized with serious injuries as well.

The woman who was killed, Ella Tobin, was riding in the Glovier’s vehicle.

Anyone with additional information regarding this crash is encouraged to contact the Traffic Safety Section at (410) 222-8573.

On Wed. July 29, 2015 just before 1:00 p.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and the Crash Reconstruction Team responded to the area of Sheridan Point Road and Fig Point Road in Prince Frederick for the report of a serious crash involving a dirt bike.

Their preliminary investigation revealed a 1999 Yamaha YZ125 dirt bike was traveling along Sheridan Point Road prior to Fig Point Road. The dirt bike was traveling southwest along the solid double yellow centerline when the operator began to lose control. The motorcycle traveled off the roadway, crossed a gravel driveway and struck a Crepe Myrtle tree. The operator and the motorcycle veered off the tree and then struck a metal sign support post causing the operator to be ejected. The operator struck his head on the sign support post. The operator and the motorcycle came to rest at

the base of the metal sign support post.

The dirt bike was being operated by Cory Jermaine Mackall, a 27-year-old male of Prince Frederick. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The evidence on scene and witness statements suggests that Mackall had been consuming alcohol prior to the crash. Mackall was transported to the University Medical Center in Baltimore by Maryland State Police Trooper 7 and is listed in critical but stable condition. At this time alcohol, speed, and driver error are factors that contributed to the crash.

The Crash Reconstruction Team continues investigating the events that led up to the crash. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Dfc. J. Hardesty of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team at (410) 535-2800 or via email at hardesje@co.cal. md.us.

Local Cyclist Suffers Injuries

Sheriff’s Office Adds D.A.R.E. Vehicle The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office would like to introduce the citizens of Calvert County to the newest addition to the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) fleet. DFC Andre Mitchell, along with the design team at TNT Signs and Graphics including Tim and Tammie Wilhoit, and Sidney Belcher, worked tirelessly to create a design that would not only be eye-catching, but also have a very distinct educational component.

Funds provided by the Calvert County Health Department Tobacco Compliance Grant were used to help pay for the wrap on the new D.A.R.E vehicle. It features “Daren the Lion” on one side of the vehicle reminding everyone of the dangers of tobacco use. On the other side, Daren is reminding everyone to resist drugs and violence. This unique design involving flames, bolts,

melted metal and solid steel plates will make an impression on young people, and it will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on all the adults who see it also.

The D.A.R.E. program was created in 1983 in Los Angeles and has spread across the US and the world. Its message is about making safe and responsible decisions, and understanding the consequences of the decisions we make regarding substance use and abuse.

Elderly Drivers Involved in Collision Two patients were transported to area trauma centers following a two-car accident in Galesville Mon., July 27 according to Anne Arundel County authorities.

At about 8:10 a.m., firefighters and paramedics were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision with reported occupants trapped on Muddy Creek Road south of Galesville Road. Arriving personnel found a two-car, head-on type of collision with a driver trapped in each vehicle. The occupants

were extricated from their vehicles within 20 minutes by rescue personnel, authorities say.

Both patients were transported by ground to trauma centers as helicopters were not available due to weather conditions.

A 79-year-old female was transported by ground to Prince George’s Hospital Trauma Center and a 74-year-old male was transported to Shock Trauma. Each of the patients had serious, but not believed lifethreatening, injuries.

Cigarette Thieves Sought On Tues., July 28, Deputy J. Buck of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office initiated investigation into a reported theft of cigarettes from the WAWA convenience store, located at 10205 Kirksville Lane, Dunkirk. The investigation revealed two suspects leaned over an unattended cashier’s counter and stole at least six cartons of Marlboro Lights cigarettes at around 5:00 p.m.

Both black male suspects are believed to be 36 to 42 years of age. Height is estimated at between 6’-0” and 6’-2”. One is bald and is believed to weigh between 170 and 200 pounds. The weight on the suspect wearing a black hat was estimated to be between 200 and 230 pounds. The suspect vehicle

is believed to be a brown in color, Volvo station wagon, around a 2009 model.

Anyone with information concerning the identity of the suspects is asked to contact the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800.

Citizens with information on this or any criminal activity who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.

Go to co.cal. md.us, go the “Sheriff’s” page, and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call (410) 5352880. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

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In the Vultures: Nature’s Clean-Up Crew

By Ron “Doc” Wexler ByLocal Lisa Lisa Bierer Garrett to the eastern region of the United States, Black Vultures are found in great numbers right here in Maryland. Turkey Vultures are commonly found here as well, but in lesser numbers. Though these large birds are not popular with some people because of their eating habits and the mess they can make while roosting on your property, they do serve a substantially important role to humans and our ecosystem.

The Black Vulture sports an all slate gray body or plumage with some varieties of white feathers, a gray-black bald wrinkled head and gray legs and feet. Its average weight is four to six pounds with a wingspan of five feet.

Turkey Vultures, on the other hand, are slightly larger and have a distinctive bright red head with very large nostrils. Turkey Vultures have a much better sense of smell than their counterparts, and you can actually see all the way through their heads via their nostrils.

Black Vultures have very keen eyes, like many other raptors, but when it comes to locating a dead animal, a Turkey Vulture’s keen sense of smell cannot be outdone by any other bird in Maryland.

While many migratory birds are solitary, Black Vultures are seldom seen alone and often travel in large flocks. They have a complex social structure, mate for life, and share all responsibilities raising their young.

A fluffy Black Vulture chick at seven weeks of age.

A Black Vulture spreads its wings to cool off on a hot summer day.

They love roadkill and will consume just about anything rotting and meaty. Vultures efficiently dispose of dead animals, usually decaying carrion

that could spread a number of diseases otherwise.

Dead and decaying animals can contaminate waterways and give off air-born diseases. Vultures’ highly acidic digestive systems break down this harmful bacteria and their waste helps to fertilize ground plants.

What’s the difference between Black and Turkey Vultures? For one thing, Black Vultures make few sounds other than hisses, grunts, and barking like a dog.

The main distinction between these two types of vultures is their size, weight, wingspan, and colorings of their heads.

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their parents and will fledge, or begin to fly, in about 12 weeks, however the babies will remain reliant on their parents for food and protection well into the winter months. They will become independent prior to the new mating season in the spring.

Baby vultures are surprisingly attractive and display white, fluffy plumage. The chicks are playful and thankful for any food (meat) given to them.

In general, adult vultures spend much of their time preening or cleaning their feathers that enable them to fly high in the sky and soar on thermals for hours at a time. They are often seen roosting with their wings spread, which helps them regulate their body temperature.

One most alarming defense mechanism common to all vultures is projectile vomiting a smelly mass of partially digested food - something most of us want to avoid.

Vultures are legally protected under the migratory bird treaty of 1918, and fees up to $15,000 and imprisonment may apply if they are harmed. In Maryland, additional penalties may apply if the birds are abused or harassed in any way.

A cute, three-week old vulture chick.

Their mating rituals include dancing and circling displays by throwing their wings out and taking short hops to attract one another. And as with most species, the male leads the display dance.

Once paired, Black Vultures mate and the female will usually lay only two eggs right onto the bare ground, in abandoned structures, secluded open areas, or in hollow tree trunks. The eggs are about the size of a goose egg and are grayish green with brown spots. The incubation period is 38 days on average, and both parents share incubating duties, which includes balancing the eggs on top of their feet much like penguins.

The babies eat regurgitated food from both parents continually for two weeks. The chicks will begin to eat solid food at about three weeks of age. These feedings continue for three months or more. Feeding the young is a full-time job for both parents, as they must feed them all day and make 20 or more visits a day to the nest with food.

Baby vultures are completely dependent on

Volunteers Suzanne Peroutka (left) and Alyssa Albro (right) hold baby vultures..

The Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center in Lusby rescues Vultures and all other wildlife species. If you wish to see these birds from babies to adults, call Jennifer Stilley at (410) 326- 0937 to set up a tour. As a reminder, we cannot accommodate large groups or small children.

O.W.R.C is a non-profit, charitable organization and donations are greatly appreciated.

About the Author: Doc Wexler lives in Lusby and rescues and rehabilitates wild animals locally through the Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center. Doc is a regular contributor to our In the Wild column in the Chesapeake Current.

Garden Dirt

By Ray Greenstreet

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

Celebrate Farmers’ Markets

Know your food. Locally grown. Locally sourced.

Those catch phrases are everywhere - on our Facebook news feed, on magazine covers, on television and radio talk shows. Bestselling books on the topic have made authors household names, like Michael Pollen and Barbara Kingsolver. And across the country, restaurants are building their menus around these “locally sourced” and “organic” ingredients.

It’s more than field fresh corn, sweet peaches off the tree, tomatoes off the vine; we’re also choosing local dairy and meat products. Here in Maryland we all rejoice when its crab season, and we flock to our favorite just-out-of-the-Bay fresh crab feasts.

Now we’re loving our Southern Maryland eggs, steaks, pork chops and chicken.

Where can you find all of this Maryland goodness?

At a farmers’ market.

Governor Larry Hogan has designated August 2-8 as Farmers’ Market Week in Maryland to coincide with National Farmers’ Market Week.

“Buying local supports our family farms, our local jobs and our local economies,” said Governor Hogan. “By shopping at farmers’ markets, Marylanders can offer their families fresh, healthy produce while ensuring a greener, more sustainable Maryland. I hope that Marylanders will join in the celebration by visiting a market near them.”

From savoring produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are countless reasons to support farmers markets.

The fruits and vegetables you buy at the farmers market are the freshest and tastiest available. Fruits are allowed to ripen fully in the field and are brought directly to you - no

High Hope Farms is a third generation family farm in Preston, Md. Kristina and J.C. Davis sell at farmer’s markets, offering seasonal produce from strawberries to kale.

your food comes from. Meeting and talking to farmers and food artisans is a great opportunity to learn more about how and where food is produced. Small-scale farmers need your support, now that large agribusiness dominates food production in the U.S. Buying directly from farmers gives them a better return for their produce and gives them a fighting chance in today’s globalized economy.

Henry Jocheem specializes in heirloom vegetables and unique selections - like Opal basil - on his one-acre farm in Prince Georges County.

long-distance shipping, no gassing to simulate the ripening process, no sitting for weeks in storage. And because farmers are growing food for the taste - not for their durability for cross-country shipping - they can offer a greater variety. At the farmers market you find an amazing array of produce that you don’t see in your average supermarket: red carrots, a rainbow of heirloom tomatoes, purple cauliflower, watermelon radishes, and much, much more.

With such an abundance of new flavors, you may need fresh recipes. Few grocery store cashiers or produce stockers will give you tips on how to cook the ingredients you buy, but farmers are often passionate cooks with plenty of free advice about how to cook the foods they are selling.

This food is as real as it gets - fresh from the farm. And more than being good for you, it’s good for the environment. Food in the U.S. travels an average of 1,500 miles to get to your plate. All this shipping uses large amounts of natural resources, contributes to pollution, and creates trash with extra packaging. Food at the farmers market is transported shorter distances and is generally grown using methods that minimize the impact on the earth. Much of the food found in chain grocery stores is highly processed and grown using pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, and genetic modification. Some of it has been irradiated, waxed, or gassed in transit. In contrast, most food found at the farmers market is minimally processed, and many of our farmers go to great lengths to grow the most nutritious produce possible by using sustainable techniques, picking produce right before the market, and growing heirloom varieties.

A regular trip to a farmers market is one of the best ways to connect with where

Personal chef Mike Stotler cooks up a “Taste of the Market” at Greenstreet Garden’s market, sharing recipes and cooking tips using farm-fresh products.

Chesapeake Current reader Anne Etzel of St. Leonard writes: Thank you for the informative article regarding crape myrtles. My question to you is: how do you keep small branches that keep growing from the bottom of my tree from coming back? I cut them off, but they only flourish more abundantly in a few weeks. I want to get rid of them permanently. Please help.

The farmers market is a community hub- a place to meet up with your friends and neighbors. Where else can you turn the chore of grocery shopping into a family friendly social occasion? It’s like turning back the clock and reconnecting with your community. It’s old-fashioned face-time.

After decades of accepting factory produced food as the norm, so many of us now are choosing to feed our families food that has been produced locally. Not only do we know where it came from, we know it’s fresh. It’s taught us the joy of eating seasonally.

And reminding us of how a tomato should taste. So swing by a farmer’s market and meet your local farmers and producers. They’ll be happy to tell you all about their farm and their products.

It’s all good for you, for the community, and for the planet.

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

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

Ray answers: It’s normal for crape myrtles to send out small “suckers” from their base, and if the tree is stressed (i.e. not enough sun, poor drainage) those suckers will multiply. Although you can’t prevent suckers altogether, you can keep them at bay by keeping your tree healthy and by pruning the suckers as soon as they appear. Use sharp loppers and cut as close to the roots of the tree as you can, even digging the lopper blades an inch or so into the soil before cutting.

Greenstreet Gardens is proud to host a weekly producer’s only farmers’ market. With 25 vendors, there is plenty to choose from: Fruit, vegetables, eggs, herbs, baked goods, honey, wine, microbrews and seafood. The market also features work by local artists and artisans offering jewelry, soap, candles, ceramics, watercolors…. and the list goes on. The market is Thursdays from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. through Sept. 3. On rainy days the market is in our dry greenhouse!

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New Investment Office Opens In Beach

YOUR

Money Matters

By Lyn Striegel

North Beach Mayor Mark Frazer joins investment advisor Joshua Wynne for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Edward Jones office at 9120 Chesapeake Ave in North Beach. Frazer told the crowd that this is one of many new businesses and young entrepreneurs coming to the beach. He noted that a second location for Chesapeake’s Bounty will be opening soon in the old Laundromat building on

Bay Ave. He said that the Westlawn Inn is expanding to offer a “boarding house” for five families that want to spend more time than a “day trip” to our area. He also said that Plaza Mexico restaurant in North Beach will soon be expanding to add an outdoor seating and dining “plaza” area.

“This Town has had a very colorful and checkered past,” Frazer said, “but now we’re trending in the right direction.”

Third Market Outlines Plans In hopes of capitalizing on the successful North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market, another market is planned at 9201 Annapolis Avenue. It is steps from a second Chesapeake’s Bounty, which is moving into the former North Beach Laundromat building on Bay Ave. According to co-owner Aaron Warren’s press release, the 7th Street Market will be “sharing the rent, marketing expenses and cost of utilities with seven indoor vendors and up to 20 outdoor spaces. The concept is based on the Frenchmen Art Market in New Orleans. We will have a lounge, sitting areas with live music nights, poetry nights, puppet shows, open mic, short

local plays.” They plan to offer food, a florist and more.

Their Facebook page says they will be open some evenings. The news release says they hope to open in August, but gives no date.

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Any Chesapeake Current readers who watch PBS see that Darlene Shiley and her late husband Donald’s estate give a lot to support the “Masterpiece Trust.” If giving some or all of your estate to a philanthropic cause appeals to you as well, there are right ways and wrong ways to do it.

I love to tell the story of a client of mine, aged late 40’s, who was a hard worker and had saved her money. She was unmarried and had no family. When we discussed her estate plan, she admitted she didn’t know anyone to name as a beneficiary. I suggested she was in a position of maximum flexibility since she could decide to leave her money to any charity, organization, college or cause. We started talking about her education and she indicated how much she appreciated her small Pennsylvania college and what they did to educate her for her career in the sciences. The idea of leaving her money to her small college in memory of her parents seemed obvious and pleased her. My client contacted the college to advise of the gift, worth about $1 million, and to her amazement the college was so pleased she was invited to become a member of their Board of Directors! It was a rewarding result for her and the college.

Charitable bequests are gifts made to charities that you specify in your will or trust. You can specify a gift of a sum of money, a percentage of your assets or a combination of the two, or a gift of specific property.

But you do not have to have a million dollars to make a charitable bequest. A bequest of $100 to your favorite charity will be appreciated.

While most charitable bequests are made by individuals who do not have children or grandchildren, often gifts to charity will also be included along with bequests to children.

When you give to charity, you must think about using the proper language in your will or trust so that it is clear what you intend. If you simply want to make a gift, use the proper name of the charity with their address and say the gift is for the charity’s “unrestricted use.” If you want to specify that the gift is to be used to fund a building or a scholarship, you must make that specific use clear in your will or trust.

But, be careful about getting too specific. A gift for “finding a cure for polio” was popular in the 50’s but not as meaningful today. If you are determined to be specific about your gift, use language that will allow the charity to re-direct the gift if circumstances have changed, such as “If at any time in the judgment of the trustees of

Leaving a Legacy for Charities [name of charity] it is impossible or impractical to carry out exactly the designated purpose, they shall determine an alternative purpose closest to the designated purpose.”

The best way to match your gift with your intentions is to meet with the charity and work out the language for the gift. Believe me, the charity will be delighted to learn you are considering leaving money to them.

This is especially true if you intend to set up a scholarship fund in your name or the name of your relatives with an educational institution.

Suppose, for example, that you want to support college students to study chemistry.

You can discuss with the institution exactly how a scholarship fund can be created, including who will qualify, how much they will receive and when, who will determine which students receive the scholarship, what grades must be maintained, etc.

Beyond money, you can also leave specific items of property to a charity. That sailboat you own can be given to a charity with instructions that they are to sell it and retain the proceeds. A van or SUV would be useful to many groups, too. Jewelry, furniture, paintings, stocks, all can be given directly to the charity with or without instructions that the charity sell the item and keep the proceeds.

If your estate is going to your spouse, but you have no children or grandchildren, and you want the estate to go to a charity if your spouse doesn’t survive you, the language of the will or trust should reflect that. For example: “I give, devise and bequeath the residue of the property, real and personal and wherever situated, to my spouse if he or she survives and, if not, to {Name of charity} for their unrestricted use.”

Even if your estate is going to your spouse and then your child if the spouse doesn’t survive, adding language that a charity should receive your estate if your child doesn’t survive is a good idea. While it may be a remote chance, at least you have said where you want the money to go and will not leave it to the courts to decide.

Remember that charities depend on contributions, big or small. And, it feels good to leave something to organizations that will benefit others.

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.

Parents: Save on Clothing, More Tax-free shopping week is coming up, giving parents a break on essentials for backto-school without having to pay state sales tax.

From 12:01 a.m. on Sun., Aug. 9, through midnight on Sat., Aug. 15, qualifying clothing and footwear priced $100 or less will be exempt from Maryland’s 6% sales tax.

Each item must be priced $100 or less.

Accessories are not included.

While school uniforms, shirts, shoes, flip flops and underwear are tax exempt, you might be surprised that pajamas, cloth diapers and bathrobes are also exempt that week.

For example, if a customer purchases two pairs of pants for $80 each, both items

qualify for the exemption, even though the customer’s total purchase price ($160) exceeds $100. However, if a customer buys a coat costing $110, sales tax is due on the entire $110.

Online purchases may qualify if purchased and delivered during the tax-free week.

Sadly, bookbags, backpacks and sports gear remain taxable that week.

A complete list of exempt and taxable items is available on the Comptroller’s website at marylandtaxes.com.

Plans to Expand Regional Airport U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski (both D-MD) report that St. Mary’s County has been awarded a $ 1,961,267 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to fund phase II of the 1,200 foot extension of Runway 11/29 at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport. This is a base of operation for the Maryland Department of State Police Aviation Division and MedSTAR (Medical Shock Trauma Acute Resuscitation).

The grant money will be used to extend the runway to meet the operational needs of the airport. Additionally, the project will include relocating a section of Air Port Drive and the necessary utilities.

St. Mary’s County Regional Airport is located 4 miles northeast of Leonardtown, and is owned and operated by St. Mary’s County.

“Investing in safety and efficiency at St. Mary’s Regional Airport is the right thing to do for travelers, the regional economy and public safety,” said Senator Cardin, a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. “Regional airports are integral to our economic infrastructure, keeping Maryland’s diverse economy moving in the right direction. Through grants like these, the federal government is investing in economic growth.”

“Our regional airports play a key role in maintaining Maryland’s robust economy,” said Senator Mikulski, Vice Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, which funds DOT. “These funds in the federal checkbook for runway expansion will help the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport operate safely and efficiently while keeping Marylanders on the go.”

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Remembering the Marvel

On The

By Diane Burr Local history buffs: mark your calendars now for an extraordinary program marking the 60th anniversary of the sinking of the Levin J. Marvel in the Chesapeake Bay. This event will be held Wed. Aug. 12 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept., 8536 Bayside Rd., Chesapeake Beach. The fire hall is accessible to people with disabilities.

died, but 13 survived, many due to the heroic efforts of local residents.

much more.”

The program is filled with first-hand accounts and new research findings. Never before seen artifacts will also be on display.

Many who remember the Marvel shipwreck are still alive. Numerous local families have come forward with stories and artifacts in the last few months, including the ship’s bell that washed ashore on a piece of wreckage.

Diane Donovan Harrison and John Ward have spent months researching and creating the Marvel program.

The Levin J. Marvel at Annapolis Harbor, about 1946.

Photo courtesy of the Lester Trott family.

On Aug. 12, 1955, the 125-foot schooner sank in Herring Bay, not far from Herrington Harbour and Fairhaven, about a mile and a half off shore from North Beach Park with 27 on board: 23 passengers and four crew. It went down during Hurricane Connie on its way back to Annapolis after a six-day “pleasure” cruise with stops at Oxford and Cambridge on the Eastern Shore. Fourteen people on board

John Ward of the Deale Area Historical Society has been researching the Marvel sinking for more than ten years. At the event, he will set the stage and recreate the last voyage.

Diane Donovan Harrison and Grace Mary Brady of the Bayside History will bring to life the story of how our local community sprang into action to help. People with ties to the Marvel are coming in from all over the country for this extraordinary night.

Harrison tells us, “This event has just evolved – it’s really going to be something! It has been fascinating connecting the dots. It’s a comprehensive program with so many facets that will showcase our local heroes and so

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Debris from the Marvel shipwreck that washed ashore at North Beach. Historical photo; photographer and source unknown.

“We chose to have it at the fire department because two of the gentlemen who led the rescue were from the fire department,” Grace Mary tells us.

Incidentally, the old North Beach Volunteer Fire Department building, which now houses the Bayside History Museum on Dayton Ave. in North Beach, served as a makeshift morgue for the bodies that were recovered in the two days following the disaster. Among the victims, an entire family: father, mother and their two children.

Local volunteer firemen George L. Kellam, Jr. and William E. “Billy” MacWilliams each were awarded bronze medals by the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission for rescuing six people who made it to a duck blind just off Walton’s Beach at the Calvert/Arundel County line. Kellam and MacWilliams each received $500 for their bravery, which Brady notes, “Was a very large amount of money 60 years ago.” Billy’s son, Ricky MacWilliams, has his father’s medal and is allowing it to be part of the program Aug. 12. MacWilliams’ other sons, Skip and Chuck , who live in Colorado, are making an effort to come as well.

The first person surviving the shipwreck managed to reach the shore and go to Edwina Fox’s home in Holland Point, and she alerted the authorities. Harrison says another 17-yearold passenger floated to safety on the broken deckhouse from the Marvel, coming in at Rose Haven. Neighbors up and down the coastline were alerted, and just off Walton Beach at Holland Point, someone noticed what looked like survivors clinging to the old duck blind in the raging storm.

Harrison says many captains with boats docked at the Rod ‘N’ Reel jumped into their vessels and tried to brave the gale force winds and eight to 10 foot waves to help. However, she says, “They had to come back in because it the trough was so low and the waters so rough

that their larger boats kept smashing into the bottom of the Bay.” “The rescuers knew their only hope to reach the survivors was to go out in a small vessel, which was very dangerous in the storm,” Brady says. “My mother was seven months pregnant with my brother Robert that night.

MacWilliams and Kellam borrowed my Aunt Jane’s little 14’ boat and my mother’s engine to go out to the duck blind. They risked their lives three times to go out there and bring the six people to shore, two at a time, despite the raging waves.”

Grace Mary’s mother, Gracie Rymer, was at their “summer cottage” at North Beach Park and remembers it well. “People would think it’s crazy today, but we lived in North Beach and had a summer cottage up in North Beach Park.”

“George and Billy came when they heard and they borrowed Tepper’s boat across the street, and I gave them my motor. The news reports later said it was a 15 horsepower motor but I always thought we had a 35 horsepower Evinrude motor. I don’t think a 15 horsepower would have been strong enough for those waves. I know the boat was a 14’ Whirlwind. It was a very popular boat at the time,” she adds.

“I remember how horrific that storm was and everyone was so concerned that Billy and George were going out on the Bay in it. Every time they did there was a collective holding of breath – everyone was very upset when they decided to go back again and again. But they didn’t think twice because there were still people on that duck blind. They were lucky they made it – the people were lucky, too,” Gracie says.

In the midst of the action, Rymer’s family insisted that she leave. “My mother said – let’s get her out of here – she thought it was too upsetting for me when one of the bodies washed up, so they took me back home to North Beach. This was Aug. 12 and my son was born Oct. 18. My mother thought we should go back home before we could not get back at all. The street was quickly full of fire trucks and ambulances. The waves were over the bulkhead and there were branches, trees and stuff from the Marvel washing up, too. I don’t remember how, but they took me home,” Gracie tells the Chesapeake Current.

“It was a terrible thing that people died.

It’s 60 years later and it’s still the most horrific accident on the Bay. But when it happened, it was very different then than it is remembering it now.”

Local residents formed a “human chain” at Walton Beach to help offload the survivors from that small boat. Another “human chain” was formed at the jetty at the mouth of Fishing Creek in Chesapeake Beach to recover the victims.

Later, hero rescuers MacWilliams and

Kellam were honored for their bravery

by Maryland Governor McKeldin, the Commandant of the Coast Guard, and the Towns of North Beach and Chesapeake Beach.

A dinner and dance in their honor was held at the Rod ‘N’ Reel.

Locals Billy MacWilliams and George Kellam were honored for their bravery by the Governor.

Incidentally, Capt. John Meckling was one of the survivors at the duck blind, and insisted on allowing all the others to go first. “He was brought in the last time the rescuers went out, so he did survive,” Brady says. “And just after they pulled him into the rescue boat, the storm destroyed the duck blind. It was shattered to pieces. ”Meckling owned about third of the Levin J. Marvel, which according to the Coast Guard was built in 1891 in Bethel, DE. Ward says it was one of 21 very similar schooners constructed to fit through the old locks in the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Harrison says one of those ships, the Edwin and Maud, which was renamed “Victory Chimes,” ended up in Maine. In fact, it is the ship depicted on the Maine state quarter and it still takes passengers on cruises today.

The Marvel was originally used to carry lumber and fertilizer until it was converted into a crude “cruise ship” operating out of Annapolis. It had sailed successfully for nine years on the Bay before sinking. These “dude cruises,” as they were called, became popular among families on the East Coast during that time. Ten of the 14 who died in the Marvel wreck were from New York, two were from Raleigh, NC, one was from New Jersey and another from Connecticut.

John Ward can see the exact spot where the Marvel went down from the back yard of his home in Deale. He’s done extensive research on what happened that fateful day.

“It was ‘porpoising’ and leaking in the storm, and that’s what caused it to sink,” Ward says.

“One pump failed and the other one could not keep up. She rolled from starboard to port, some bookshelves fell onto people, trapping them, and then the Marvel rolled over for the last time and threw everyone into the water.”

Ward also learned that although Meckling was the boat captain, he was unable to swim.

Dr. Susan Langley, who is the Maryland State Underwater Archeologist, recently explored the remnants of the Marvel shipwreck, which is still at the bottom of Herring Bay. She will be one of the many presenters Aug. 12 and show underwater footage of her dive and share a new exhibit she has created. She also is working to get the Marvel shipwreck on the National Inventory of Historic Places.

Bill Verge, who was a mate on the Marvel

that summer is coming up for the event. After the accident, he joined the Coast Guard.

Verge now lives in Key West, FL where he owns a Coast Guard Cutter Museum. He is considered an expert in the criminal case the Coast Guard pursued against Capt. Meckling, charging him with sending an unworthy vessel to sea, thereby endangering life, neglect of duty, and “destruction of life through inattention to duty.”

The Coast Guard claimed that Meckling didn’t have a working radio transmitter on the vessel and did not send out an SOS. However, a “surprise” witness, a 15-year-old boy in Deale, Tommy Marshall, came forward at the trial and testified that he did hear the Marvel’s distress calls on his father’s short wave radio.

Marshall is planning to attend and share his recollections Aug. 12.

Ward knows his story. “Tommy was helping his father secure boats in the storm and went up to a boat shed to get some more rope and heard the “May Day” call on the radio. He said that it was the first time he had heard the term.

He and his father showed up unannounced at the trial in Baltimore and his testimony resulted in the Coast Guard’s charge of not issuing an SOS against Meckling being thrown out.”

on YouTube, and they tracked him down in Chestertown, MD. He told them he wrote the song based on what he remembered about the tragedy as a young boy on the Eastern Shore.

Fortenbaugh is now a yacht broker on the Bay, and has agreed to bring his guitar and

The Marvel at full sail on the Chesapeake Bay. Photo courtesy of the Lester Trott family.

sing in honor of the victims and the Marvel anniversary.

What happened to Capt. Meckling?

Harrison says Verge told her that after Meckling was divorced, he moved to Bogolusa, Louisiana where he started a successful water purification business. And incidentally, Meckling died during another tragic storm, Hurricane Katrina.

“The story goes that his ashes were in a truck leaving the morgue and they were lost during Katrina,” Harrison says. “This is just another of the amazing facets we uncovered about the Marvel. We’ll share much more at the program.”

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

A piece of the Levin J Marvel that washed ashore in 1955. Photo by local historian Janet Bates of Holland Point/Rose Haven.

Ward says, “A Federal District Judge did find Meckling guilty of negligence that put his passengers in harm’s way. He said Meckling should have sailed with a bigger crew and he failed to recognize the signs of danger early enough. Meckling received a one-year prison sentence, which was suspended. The judge wrote that Meckling was penniless – he had no insurance on the boat – and had already been punished severely.”

There was some good that came out of the Marvel tragedy, however. As a result, Congress passed the Bonner Act requiring inspection and certification of smaller passenger vessels, including lifeboats and other life-saving equipment.

“What’s significant about it is that there were no Coast Guard regulations on boat inspections and safety requirements for passenger ships. So because of this, we now have standards that were so paramount to the future of vessels and passenger safety,” Brady says, adding, “This was sort of like the ‘Titanic’ for the US.” The tragedy remains seared in the minds of many who live on the Bay. “We plan to close the program with a performance by Johnson Fortenbaugh who wrote a song, ‘The Wreck of the Levin J. Marvel.’ ” Harrison says they found his video

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Camp Phoenix Helps Grieving Kids

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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Camp Phoenix is three-day, day camp for grieving children and teens ages 7 to 15. Camp was held July 8, 9, & 10 at Kings Landing Park in Huntingtown.

This year, 19 children attended camp and enjoyed swimming, crafts, sports, and other traditional camp activities as well as support group discussions, various activities to help them deal with the feelings and emotions that come with a loss, and a balloon release in memory of their loved one.

Each camper was matched with an adult “Buddy” who spent the three days with them, providing support and friendship. The buddies often find the time just as rewarding and beneficial as the children do.

New camp volunteer Dawn Absher shared, “I just put my shirt on that some kids signed and looked at the back for the first time. My buddy wrote her name and “Thank You!” underneath.

I got a little choked up when I saw it. I am pretty sure I’ll be back next year.”

Calvert Hospice is always looking for volunteers to be camp buddies, work with other bereavement programs, sit with patients, help in our office, or serve at special events. For more information about volunteering with Calvert Hospice, contact Amanda Peterson at (410) 535-0892 x4003 or apeterson@calverthospice. org

Children who have lost loved ones participated in many group activities at Camp Phoenix.

Crafts included memorials to loved ones on shells.

Should you have questions or want additional information about Camp Phoenix or other bereavement programs, please contact Melinda Ruppert at (410) 535-0892 x2201 or mruppert@calverthospice.org.

Amanda Peterson Calvert Hospice

Sincerely, Susan

by Susan Shaw There are always constituencies in Calvert County pushing for various amenities and changes. Some people would call these “special interest groups.” It is a natural part of the political process.

I was involved in a many years long process to obtain an indoor swimming pool. That process involved many folks in leadership positions and a number of different Boards of County Commissioners (BOCC). There was a proposed County partnership with private donors and the YMCA that did not come to fruition. A lot of “stars” have to be in alignment for the County to take on the financial burden of additional community infrastructure.

In many instances, getting a facility built is just the first hurdle. Maintaining and sustaining it can be an expensive long term challenge with future projections requiring crystal balls that may, or may not, turn out to have been anywhere close to accurate.

Examples are the Chesapeake Hills Golf Course in Lusby and the Hall Aquatic Center in Prince Frederick. For the sake of clarity and transparency, as a member of the BOCC, I voted against the purchase of Chesapeake Hills and championed building the Hall Aquatic Center. In the former case, my opposition had to do with the deal being made and whether it was the best deal for Calvert County.

However, once the purchase decision had been made, I knew that it was going to take years and substantial resources to improve and sustain that investment. The Hall Aquatic Center has proven to be a worthy community investment, but maintenance and management have proven to be challenges.

Recently, following years of lobbying, which had grown intense, the BOCC voted to purchase the old SMECO property on Dares Beach Road for a central county community center in the short-term and County offices in the future when the BOCC is forced to vacate the Courthouse in Prince Frederick in favor of the expanding

What Investments to Make Now?

needs of the courts.

On Mon., July 27, Calvert Resources posted on Facebook the results of a selfselected, unscientific survey of 180 persons who were asked, “What would you like to see built in Calvert County?” Please keep in mind that this survey assumes that both the funding or financing (public or private depending on the request) and the regulatory authority and will exist, which are inaccurate assumptions, in my opinion.

The results for this wishful thinking were quite interesting. Four responses garnered about 1/5 of the votes each. The four response categories are: Nothing (21%), Big Box Stores (21%), Entertainment (21%), and Restaurants (22%). Athletic fields at 9% and other at 6% rounded out the choices. The most popular entertainment choice was an ice rink, with a community center also being mentioned.

As a County Commissioner, I watched from a distance as Charles County struggled with the viability of the Capital Clubhouse, a sports complex in Waldorf that includes an ice rink. How realistic is such a facility for Calvert County? Yes, I am aware that all four high schools now have youth hockey teams and that they must travel considerable distance to practice and play, just as high school swim teams used to have to do. I also learned, from an article by Brian Marron of the Capital News Service, that “there were 9,122 adult and youth hockey players registered in the entire state of MD in the 2013-2014 season,” with the sport growing in popularity.” The 28 ice rinks in the state are over-capacity. Of course, other ice sports are also offered.

Hockey, like some other sports, is expensive.

Ice time is rented for up to $410 per hour.

Basic equipment is cited to cost from $400 to $1,000 for a youth player. Where would such a facility be located? Who would own the land? One rink measures 200 foot long by 85 foot wide. Add additional amenities and parking, and many acres are required.

No wonder “counties have stopped contributing to rink building.”

So, how and why is the County preparing to buy the SMECO property? That purchase will be bond funded, which means that the County will use its AAA bond rating to sell bonds at a low interest rate, similar to a mortgage, rather than buying the property outright. The debt service will become an addition to next fiscal year’s budget and future budgets. Typically, only those projects whose life well exceeds the length of the debt are bond funded. The County limits the total amount of debt to a percentage of the County budget that is deemed to be affordable and conservative.

The why is a judgment call based on the current and future needs of the County.

How much is a centrally located county community center needed now and into the future? What would it cost to buy the land, construct the building and parking, assuming that sufficient land was available?

What about the need to build a replacement for the parts of the Calvert County Courthouse now used to house County offices and functions? A new County Administrative Office Building is projected to cost many millions of dollars, with estimates as high as $20 million or more.

Where would it be built? To postpone that expenditure until economic times improve, the County was forced to renovate the existing old courthouse to accommodate a new judge and additional court staff and to lease office space in nearby privately-owned buildings for some displaced County staff and to move others to other County – owned facilities.

Does buying the SMECO property for a reasonable price now provide a cost-effective long-term solution that will save millions of dollars in the near future? Clearly, the currently elected BOCC thought so.

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

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Sandra Briscoe, 78 Cassandra Parran Briscoe, known as “Sandra,” age 78, of St. Leonard, died peacefully at home on Tues., Aug. 4, 2015.

Sandra was born March 22, 1937 in Prince Frederick to Benjamin and Cassandra Shannon Parran. She and her younger brother, Benjamin “Buddy” Parran, Jr., grew up on The Cage, a large tobacco and cattle farm in St. Leonard. Sandra attended Calvert County Public Schools through tenth grade. She graduated from Stuart Hall School in Staunton, VA and attended Goucher College in Baltimore.

Sandra married James Thompson Briscoe on Sept. 18, 1958 in Baltimore. They treasured their 51 years of marriage together on his family farm, Stonesby, in St. Leonard. When her husband injured his back and was unable to drive the tractor for extended periods of time, Sandra, a young mother at the time, assisted with the tilling of the land. Although she was used to farm life, that spring marked the beginning of her love of farming and working the land herself.

A devoted mother and gifted homemaker, Sandra’s artistic and creative flair was evident in every aspect of her life. She was a beautiful seamstress, sewing everything from draperies to evening gowns. The clever Halloween costumes she created for her three children typically won them some award. Sandra was a splendid and adventurous cook. She was a gracious hostess and enjoyed entertaining, especially when it involved family gatherings, both large and small. An avid flower and vegetable gardener, Sandra served as President of the Calvert Garden Club and was known for her exquisite freeform flower arrangements. She and her husband, James Briscoe, were founding members of The Calverton School, and Sandra served as President of the Mothers’ Club for many years. A lifelong member of Christ Episcopal Church in Port Republic, Sandra ran the Gifts and Crafts Booth at the annual Jousting Tournament and Bazaar;

for months in advance, she would create unique handmade crafts to sell. She served on the Altar Guild and enjoyed adorning the church for the Christmas and Easter seasons. In her later years, she assisted with the luncheons hosted by the Comfort Givers for families and guests following funeral services at Christ Church.

Visitation will be Fri., Aug. 7 from 5:00 p.m.

- 8:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Port Republic, 4405 Broomes Island Road. Her Funeral Service will be Sat., Aug. 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Church, 3100 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Christ Church or Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Ct., Prince Frederick MD 20678.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Nancy Burns, 68

Nancy Lee Grunder Burns, age 68, of Lothian passed away July 20, 2015 at her residence. She was born August 31, 1946 in Muscatine, IA. Nancy was raised in Wilton, IA. She attended Lutheran Parochial Elementary School and graduated from Wilton High School in 1964. She was employed by Stanley Consultants an engineering firm in Iowa until 1966 when she transferred to Washington, D.C. Nancy then met Robert J. Burns and the two were married October 11, 1969. They lived in New Carrollton until moving to Lothian in 1971. She was also employed with the P.G. County Board of Education and later worked as an Operations Controller with Alion Science & Technology in Annapolis, retiring in 2006.

Nancy was a member of First Lutheran Church of Calvert County, where she was active in the Little Lambs Preschool, the Ladies Guild and the Lutheran Mission Society. In her leisure time, she enjoyed dancing, reading, gardening, antiques and entertaining.

Nancy was a four-time cancer survivor and

she participated in the Avon Breast Cancer Walk for 13 years, raising over $60,000. Memorial contributions may be made to: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer (avon39.org).

Nancy is survived by her husband Robert J. “Bob” Burns, sisters Kathleen A. Carpenter of Muscatine, IA, and Elaine R. Wilmer and husband Larry of Laurel, MD and sister in law Nancy Jane Maschmeier and husband John of Thurmont, MD. Also surviving are nine nieces and nephews and “grandchildren,” Morgan and Patrick Maddox and Shannon, Shawna and Connor Ganley.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

the son of James and Nancy Dwyer.

Jimmy loved hunting, fishing, throwing darts and his dog Harley.

He is survived by his children, Amanda and Jason Dwyer, his four grandchildren: Kolton, Jason, Jamion and Lennox; his father James Dwyer Sr., and his sisters Angie, Liz and Michelle.

He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Dwyer and his son, Jamie Dwyer.

Memorial contributions may be made to: First Baptist Church of Calvert County, 155 German Chapel Road, Prince Frederick MD 20678.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Erin Catterton, 22

Major Charles S. Hanners, USAF (Ret), age 89, of Huntingtown, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2015 surrounded by his immediate family. He was born on June 22, 1925 in Whitehall, OH, first born son of the late Stanton and Doris Hanners; brother to Wayne Hanners and the late Mary Huffman. Loving husband of 68 years to Wanda Hanners and nurturing father to Charles (Beverly) Hanners of Owings; Linda (Guy) Latham of Greenville, SC, Patrick (Grace) Hanners of Huntingtown, MD, and James Hanners of New York City, NY; grandfather of Ann, Morgan, Rodney, Amy, Bobby, Veronica and Woody; great-grandfather of 12.

Charles graduated from Reynoldsburg High School in 1938 and joined the US Army Air Corps as a lieutenant, serving honorably in WWII with the 8th Air Force, 305th bomber squadron.

He graduated from Ohio State University with a B.S. in math and science. Charles was teaching high school at Winthrop High School when he was called back to active duty. He retired from the Air Force missile program in 1969 and continued working for the NSA, traveling extensively. After retiring from the NSA as an electrical engineer, he returned to his passion for gardening, nurtured at a young age by his loving late grandfather Charles Reid.

Charles and Wanda moved from Bowie to Huntingtown in 1987 and established their nursery, “Azalea Trace,” as a source for many varieties of azaleas. Over its 30 years, “Azalea Trace” amassed one of the largest collections of azaleas on the East Coast.

A Funeral Service will be held Thurs., Aug. 20 at 11:00 a.m. graveside at Arlington National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington DC 20090.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Erin Morgan Catterton, age 22, of Shady Side passed away July 29, 2015, with her family and friends by her side at the Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in Harwood.

Affectionately known as “Pete,” she was born Oct. 23, 1992.

Erin was a child brain cancer survivor at age four and was taken too soon by uterine cancer.

Erin’s happiest moments were spent every day by her mother and father’s sides enjoying anything from small shopping trips to vacations in Nashville and Savannah. She adored quality time with her siblings, her family, her dogs, her friends, and brightened the lives of all who knew her. She loved Hello Kitty, horses, Tinkerbell, wearing pink, painting, drawing, watching the Price is Right and QVC, listening to country music, taking her chances on scratch-offs, playing Bingo for hours, sharing her amazing giggle with others, and walking 3.1 miles annually at the Race for Hope raising funds for Brain Cancer in Washington, D.C. She was a dog walker to Bandit and Rosie who will miss her treats.

Erin will always be be a constant inspiration and strong surviving presence to those who have suffered from or supported those with cancer.

Erin is survived by her parents Scott and Debbie Catterton; her brother Scotty Catterton, Jr.; her sister Elizabeth Gilliam and brotherin-law Michael Giliiam; her grandmothers Betty Catterton and Connie Halkovich; her grandfather Charles Richards; her niece Baileigh Catterton; her nephews Rex Fullerton and Ryan Gilliam, and her dog, Tinkerbell.

She was preceded in death by grandfather, Bill Catterton of Harwood, and her faithful dogs Snow White and Lewis.

Hardesty Funeral Home in Galesville handled arrangements.

Jimmy Dwyer, 51

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James Frederick Dwyer, Jr. (“Moose”), age 51, of Broomes Island was born Nov. 15, 1963 and passed away on July 14,2015 at his home. He was

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Sarah Johnson, 93 Sarah Frances Chase Johnson, age 93, was born on April 10, 1922 to the late John and Emma Chase in Calvert County and was the second of six children. On July 20, 2015, with her two daughters by her side, God gave Sarah her wings. No more suffering and no more pain. She can now walk around Heaven all day.

Sarah attended Wallsville and Central High Schools. She was unable to finish high school because she was called upon by her parents to assist in a domestic capacity and to help care for her younger siblings.

On October 10, 1942, Sarah was united in holy matrimony to the late Eugene Benson Johnson. From this union six children were born. She was known for her loud laughing and talking on the telephone faithfully to her two sisters. She was famous for standing in front of her stove cooking many tasty meals and doing her canning. Most of all, she loved wearing her hats to church. She was known as the “Hat Lady.” It was an honor when the Brooks United Methodist Women’s Tea Committee used her hats in a 2013 fashion show. She was also the first secretary for Brothers’ Johnson Septic Service in 1988, while still babysitting her grandchildren Everard, Jr. and Alicia. Her favorite television shows were The Young and the Restless, Everybody Loves Raymond, Family Feud (she knew all the answers) and American Idol.

Sarah became a member of Brooks United Methodist Church at an early age. She was very dedicated to the Brooks Ushers.

Sarah truly loved her grandchildren. She would let them get away with everything.

Sarah leaves to cherish her memories six children: Langford, Everard (Loujeania), Michael (Elaine), Zara, Marietta, Felix (Robin); six grandchildren: Langford, Everard, Jr., Alicia (Anthony), Vaughn (Dominique), Renita and Zachary; eight great-grandchildren: Deinez,

Langford, Skye, Kayliyahna, Madison, Anthony, Akilah, and Addison; adopted children: Derrell Matthews, Johnny Brooks, Kevin Brooks, Clarence Mackall and Darrel Jackson; one adopted granddaughter that she truly loved, Malinda Willett and one sister, Edith.

Sarah was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene; grandson, Ravelle; three brothers, Raymond, Claude and Benson and one sister, Esther Chase.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Ethel Jones, 68 Ethel Elizabeth Jones, age 68, was born Sept. 27, 1946 in Friendship to the late Ruth Berta Reed and William Murray Reed.

Ethel suddenly left us on July 15, 2015.

She was known mostly as a true servant of the most High God. No matter who you were, Ethel showed genuine love and care. If you had a need, she supplied it with a cheerful heart.

On April 3, 1965, Ethel married the love of her life, Frank Jones. From this union, they were blessed with two sons, Keith and Rodney.

She was educated in Calvert County Public Schools and graduated from W. Sampson Brooks High School. She was employed with the Child Day Care Center at the House of Representatives in Washington DC, where she served 25 years before retiring. There she acquired a love beyond degree for children. After retirement, she worked for Michael and Amy Tucci in their home helping them with their children, Nicholas and Rebecca.

At the age of 10, Ethel attended Ward’s Memorial United Methodist Church in Owings. Among her many accomplishments and contributions to Ward’s Memorial and the community, she served as the chairperson of the Staff Parish Relations Committee, member of the Ushers ministry; Dance ministry; Choir ministry; Ward’s United Methodist Women; and a devoted her of W.A.R. (Women Anointed for Righteousness). She was seen and noted for her

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generous hospitality.

Ethel loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest, bringing much joy to family, friends, and strangers alike. She loved to travel, shop with her coupons, sing, dance, give, give, and give, serve, serve, and serve.

Ethel leaves to cherish her memories; her husband Frank Jones; two sons; Rodney Jones (Doreen), and Keith Jones. One sister Ruth “Diddle” Long; one brother William “Bubba” Reed; mother-in-law Earlene Booze; sister-in-law Martha Janey; two brother-in-laws, Robert Ray (Helen), and Jimail Jones (Terhya); three uncles, John Gray (Cozette), Edward Gray (Lilly), and Lambertine Jones; two aunts, Josephine Pratt and Margaret Gray; two grandchildren, Tavon and Jerrell Jones; four great grandchildren Jeremiah, Josiah, Malik, and Caden; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Lurene Maddux, 94

Lurene Bomer Maddux, age 98, of Solomons, passed away on July 20, 2015 in Baltimore. Born May 29, 1917 in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of the late John O’Neal Bomer and Lamar (Ryals) Bomer.

Lurene graduated from Memphis High School in December, 1934, and graduated from Southwest State Teachers College in Memphis, TN in June of 1939. She married James S. Maddux in Boston, MA on Sept.12, 1942.

Lurene was a high school science and history teacher at Brownsville High School, Brownsville, TN. Lurene lived in many places across the United States including Tennessee, Texas, and California as well as living overseas in Turkey and Iran. She moved to Asbury-Solomons in 2002.

Lurene loved ballroom dancing and art. She enjoyed drawing in pencils and pastels as well as painting in oils and watercolors. She found oil painting to be the easiest. Lurene drew on her love of flowers and plants as well as her experiences traveling to inspire her paintings.

Lurene is survived by her daughter, Mary Lu Gultekin of Solomons, and her son and daughterin-law, Jim and Liz Maddux of Broomfield, CO;

four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her brother, John Bomer of San Antonio, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Maddux who passed away on April 25, 1990, and her sisters, Blanche Baxter and Carolyn Mann.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Paul Furlong, 83

Paul Furlong, age 83, passed away Dec. 7, 2014 at the Hamilton Plaza Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Passaic, NJ. Paul was born Apr. 6, 1932 in Glen Ridge, NJ. He was a three-sport athlete at Grover Cleveland Caldwell High School’s class of 1949.

His athletic prowess earned him a basketball scholarship to William and Mary College. After completing two years of eligibility, he volunteered for the draft and was assigned to the 1st Infantry Division in Germany where he played on various teams. After discharge from the military, he returned to William and Mary to complete his last two years of eligibility, earning his degree in 1956.

Paul’s first high school head coaching job was at northwestern High School in Hyattsville, MD where he taught and coached from 1958 to 1960.

In 1960, he accepted the head coaching job at Mackin Catholic High School in Washington DC. He taught and coached many students at Mackin to include those who would transfer to Bishop McNamara when the new school opened in 1964.

Furlong’s coaching skills and great players, such as Austin Carr of Notre Dame and NBA fame developed Mackin into a national power.

In 1971, Coach Furlong returned to New Jersey to coach at Kearny High School and assist in the care of his mother. Paul was proud of his Irish roots and was a huge fan of Irish Singer Van Morrison. He was honored when he was acknowledged by the Irish War Veterans’ Athletic Club USA.

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Paul always considered Mackin faculty, students, players and alumni his family. He remained close to the Smith family of Owings until the time of his death, cherishing the many visits and phone calls between Austin, Tommy, Jimmy and Brandon Smith.

A private service was held in his home state of New Jersey.

Teddy Qualls, 77

Theoda “Teddy” Qualls, age 77, was born Feb. 12, 1938, in Danville, Louisiana, to the late Roy T and Zula Qualls. He passed away July 11, 2015. During his last hours he was surrounded by loved ones.

He attended Shady Grove High School and after graduation joined the United States Air Force. He served three years and later joined the DC Army National Guard where he served 13 years.

On Jan.14, 1987, he married his wife Laurene.

They celebrated 28 wonderful years of marriage.

Teddy was employed by the DC Department of Corrections and retired from there in 2002.

He drove a taxicab for Capitol Cab and most recently, Yellow Cab. He was a member of James H. Hill Lodge #16, Mecca Temple No. 10, and the American Legion Post 275.

One of the things Teddy loved most was riding his motorcycle; he owned several over the years. His latest bike purchase was in May 2014: a custom made Harley Davidson trike. Teddy was a member of the Jay Hawkers Motorcycle Club and the Legion Riders of American Legion Post 275 in Glenarden, MD. In previous years, he was a member of the Mecca Temple No. 10 Motor Corps where he participated in many competitions against other Motor Corps from various cities.

Teddy also loved music, especially Blues. In his spare time, he deejayed for parties, weddings, and other events. More importantly, Teddy loved “life” and it showed in everything he did with his family and friends.

Teddy leaves to mourn his loving wife Laurene; three sons Steven (Amy), D’Wayne and Terry; two daughters (Renee and Shelly); four grandsons (Terri, JaQuon, Marquis, and Dorian); a mother-in-law (Lillian Taylor); two sisters-in-law (Joan Taylor and Claudia Taylor); and a host of other family members and friends.

Teddy’s son Michael preceded him in death.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Violette Rowell, 87 Violette Mae Rowell, age 87, of Prince Frederick passed away July 27, 2015, at her home. She was born Dec. 31, 1927, in Baltimore to the late Haze and Evelyn

Buckmaster.

Violette was the devoted wife of Ernest L. Rowell, and beloved mother of Bonnie Blackwell, Debbie Weimert, Marilyn Harkey, Ernest L. Rowell, Jr., Lisa Rowell, Johnny Darnell, Darrell Caudill, the late Vernie Reid, and the late Calvin Darnell.

She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by two brothers Haze and Mackie Buckmaster.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Herb Thomas, 72 Herbert Winfield Thomas, Sr., age 72, of Deale died July 30, 2015, after a brief battle with sepsis at Anne Arundel Medical Center. He was born in Lothian Oct. 9, 1942, to the late Samuel and

Elsie Thomas.

Herb graduated from Southern High School in 1961 and then completed an apprenticeship program to become a sprinkler fitter in Local 669.

After retirement, he became an accomplished house painter and worked until his four-day illness began.

Herb was well known for his great jokes and memorable “Herbisms.” He loved the Orioles, Ravens, and coaching his sons teams over the years. He also enjoyed spending an hour every morning with his many friends at the Deale 7-11 drinking coffee and solving the problems of the world.

Herb leaves his wife of 42 years Suzanne Thomas, sons Michael and Chris (Margaret) of Deale, and Matt (Heather) of Shady Side. He leaves six broken-hearted grandkids whom he adored: Chad, 17, Christopher, 11, Emma, 8, Anthony, 8, Addison, 7, and Owen, 2. Herb is also survived by a brother Edgar Thomas of Dunkirk, and was predeceased by sister Alice Greenwell and brothers Andrew and James Thomas.

Memorial donations can be made in his memory to the Deale Elks Lodge.

Hardesty Funeral Home in Galesville handled arrangements.

Wanda St. Clair, 54 Wanda Jonella St. Clair, age 54, of Lusby passed away July 30, 2015, at Calvert Memorial Hospital. She was born Feb. 26, 1961, in Tazewell, VA, to Norman Foster and Mary Etta (White) Kennedy.

Wanda was raised in Seat Pleasant and graduated from Bladensburg High School. She married Kenneth “Scott” St. Clair in 1983, and they made their home in Forest Heights before moving to Lusby. Wanda was primarily a homemaker and also worked for Walmart for eight years. In her leisure time, she enjoyed word searches, her dog Pebbles, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Wanda is survived by her loving husband Kenneth “Scott” St. Clair; son Kenneth P. St. Clair, and his wife Tina and daughter Crystal L. St. Clair all of Lusby. She is also survived

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by six grandchildren: Destiny, Aubrey, Peyton, Savannah, Richard, and Kenneth.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Jim Truitt, 80 Jabe “Jim” Alvin Truitt, Jr., age 80, of Friendship passed away July 30, 2015 at his home. He was born Feb. 10, 1935, in Rayle, GA. Jim was raised in Rayle and attended public schools. He was employed in his family’s milk delivery business as well as working on the family farm. He married Jean Palestine Walker July 14, 1956, and the couple moved to Baltimore.

Jim was then employed as a structural ironworker with the Ironworker Local 5 in Washington, D.C. Jim and Jean moved to Lothian in 1960, and they had lived in Friendship since 2007.

He was an active volunteer at the South County Recreation Center in Harwood, was a longtime sports coach with the Lothian Clippers, and was very involved in various youth programs in the South County community. Jim was a founding board member of the Annapolis Swim Center, where he supported swimming activities for the handicapped, and was also a scout leader.

Jim loved being around his family, especially his grandchildren and attending their sports games and other activities.

Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean P. Truitt, a daughter Sheila D. Pott and husband Terry of Friendship and sons Richard A. Truitt of Millersville, and his former spouse, Susan, and Carl E. Truitt and wife Joanna of Annapolis. Also surviving are grandchildren Gina Kapiskosky, Jessica Mudd, Ricky Truitt, Erica Fortney, and Allie Truitt; great-grandchildren Cameron, Emmie, Kylee, Audrie, Ava, Ellie, Khloe, Penelope, Jolie, and Estelle; sisters Lucy Wallace, Peggy Stewart, and Terri Truitt; and brother Mack Truitt, all of Georgia.

Jim was preceded in death by one sister and

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Rausch Funeral Home on Owings handled arrangements.

Wayne Wildman, 75

Wayne Anthony Wildman, age 75, of Prince Frederick passed away Aug. 2, 2015 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Wayne was born July 24, 1940 in Takoma Park, where he was raised and attended public schools. He was employed as a union electrician with the IBEW Local 26 for many years.

He married JoAnne Balestri in 1962, and they made their home in Cheverly. He then lived in Benedict before settling in Prince Frederick, where he lived for over 30 years.

Wayne married Wilda Griffin on June 23, 1981 and she passed away in 2012. Wayne was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed going on road trips and always had a good time.

He is survived by a daughter Claire L. Wildman and her husband Kevin of Everett, WA; grandchildren Kathryn E. and Abigail A. Wildman, and numerous cousins. He is also survived by his special friend, George Washington Brooks, and his dog, Fly Ash. Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Wilda Loraine Griffin-Wildman, a sister Shirley Rolan and brother Dennis Wildman.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of your choice.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Arthur Thompson, 97 Arthur Leonard Thompson of Prince Frederick, formerly of Hyattsville, passed away on Sat., Aug. 1, 2015, at the age of 97.

He was born March 2, 1918, in Washington, DC, to Edna (Dant) and Leonard Thompson, and was the brother of the late Eugene and Paul Thompson and Catherine Thompson Bonner. Arthur lived in Washington until he met and married the love of his life, Ann Haynes. They moved to Hyattsville, where they lived for over 61 years and were the proud parents of eight children.

He was a devoted Catholic and active in his church and the St. Vincent DePaul Society.

He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, gardening and telling jokes. He was very family-oriented.

Spending time with his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other family members always brought happiness to him.

Arthur was the beloved husband of the late Ann (Haynes) Thompson and loving father of Mary Millsback, Kathleen Enfield, Sr. Miriam

Ann (Tricia), PBVM, Joan Myers, David and Stephen Thompson and the late Robert and Daniel Thompson. He was the devoted grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of 12.

His family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane in Owings for visitation on Sun., Aug. 9, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Prince Frederick, on Mon., Aug. 10 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Washington, DC. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Roy Warring, 54

Roy “Poppy” Edward Warring, Jr., age 54, of Lusby passed away July 26, 2015, at Calvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick. Born May 24, 1961, in Manassas, VA, he was the son of the late Roy Edward Warring, Sr. and Betty Jane (Campbell) Warring.

Roy was a carpenter and is survived by his stepchildren, Tammy Butler of Strasburg, VA, Tommy Butler of Spotsylvania, VA and Shawn Butler of Nanjemoy; his siblings, Wendy Epps of Henderson, NC, David Warring of Tigar, GA, Tina Sraight of Stafford, VA, and Kristie Ballenger of Charlestown, WV. In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his fiancé, Robin Butler and his sister, Donna Warring.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Richard Weems, 52 Richard Jenkins Weems, Jr., age 52, passed away suddenly July 22, 2015, at his home in Huntingtown.

He was born in Annapolis Aug. 29,

1962.

Richard grew up in Shady Side and had been a resident of Huntingtown with his family for the past 22 years. Richard had been an active, integral part of his southern Maryland community.

Richard was passionate about making a difference in the lives of other people. He knew no strangers. He had a boundless love for his family and friends. He worked hard and enjoyed being with people. Richard loved his music, playing golf, horseshoes, and family gatherings.

Richard possessed an incredible and unshakable faith in God. He and his family worshiped at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. Richard always made sure that no gathering of family or friends ever ended without the forming of a circle, hands held and everyone expressing their love for one another, known as “Richard’s Circle of Love.”

Richard is survived by his mother, Peggy Moore of Annapolis, and father Richard J. Weems, Sr., of Charlotte Hall. He is also survived by the love of his life, his wife, Jennifer Klein

Weems, and his two devoted sons Tyler Jenkins Weems and his fiancé Olivia Baker, and Bradley Richard Weems of Huntingtown. Richard is also survived by his two sisters, Cindy Weems Hill and her husband Tim of Delaware; Carol Weems Bell of Annapolis, his sister-in-law Diana Klein of Annapolis and brother-in-law Jeffrey Klein and his wife Linda of Baltimore. He leaves behind to cherish his memory a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews, as well as his most beloved and constant companions, his dogs Molly and Abby.

Memorial donations in Richard’s name may be made to Calvert Animal Welfare League or the Wounded Warriors Project.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Marcy Yentes, 89 Wanda “Marcy” Marcella Yentes, age 89, of Huntingtown died in Prince Frederick July 27, 2015. She was born in Edwards, IL, to the late Cornelius and Mary

Culleton Egan.

Marcy wed the love of her life, Richard Dean “Dick” Yentes, Dec. 31, 1952. She was a homemaker who enjoyed needlepoint, crossword puzzles, traveling, especially on cruises, and spending time with family. She was active in the Calvert County Senior Center, where she served for seven years as President of the Senior Council, Prince Frederick Branch, taught line dancing, and participated in senior aerobics.

Marcy was and remains the matriarch and strength of her family. She is survived by her sons: Robert Yentes and his wife Josephine of Richmond, VA, Stephen Yentes and his wife Sheryl of Huntingtown, and Brian Yentes and his wife Cindy of Dulles, VA; daughter, Mary Davis and her husband Patrick of Huntingtown; 11 grandchildren: Lisa Muncey, Sherry Taylor, Sara Yentes, Richard Dean Yentes, Drew Yentes, Jack Yentes, Brian Kunkel, Jeremy Davis, Brittany Davis, Christy Lourcey, and Becky Ford; 16 great-grandchildren: Joel Muncey, Rilynn and Piper Taylor, Tai Bowler, Evie Eherdt, Shane and Ashlynn Davis, Mason and Ava Steed, Taylor Fernandes, Kendra, Ashley, Sarah, and Christian Lourcey, Billy Barnes, and Kaelan Blush.

Her husband Richard Dean Yentes, brothers Richard and John Egan, and sisters Anastacia Sansone and Mary Bridget Dembenski predeceased her.

Memorial contributions may be made to Navy Wounded Warriors at safeharborfoundation. org.

Raymond Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

William Wolfe, 85 William Seymour Wolfe, age 85, of Lusby, passed away July 15, 2015 at his residence.

Born November 26, 1929 in Oconto, Wisconsin, he was the son of the late Irving E. Wolfe and Eva V. (Wrobleski) Wolfe.

William was a lithographer and was a member of the Printer’s Union Local 285 (GCIU). He enjoyed fishing, building, and being a handyman.

William was a perfectionist, a hard worker, and a loyal and loving father and husband.

William is survived by his wife, Kathryne Martin Wolfe; his children, JoAnne (Lou), Vicky (Tom), Sally (Joe), Chip (Bonnie), Steve (Wendy), Terese (Jim), Marcy (Jim), Tony (Cindy), Ted (Brenda), and Mike (Dianna); 30 grandchildren; forty six great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren with three to come; and sisters, Shirley Cedercranz and Patsy Rodgers.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic School, P.O. Box 560, Solomons MD 20688.

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The Current instead encourages you to patronize our advertisers, all of whom are right here in OUR area that provide jobs and keep our economy going strong!

The Chesapeake Current supports local businesses, non-profit groups, and our communities in so many ways.

Nothing in the Current is syndicated, nothing is canned or boring, and we have no fillers or miscellaneous junk just to take up space. Every issue of the Current is packed with exclusive news and need-toknow information that matters to you, your family and friends. There’s no other publication that keeps you so “Current.”

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CLASSIFIEDS Volunteers Needed

Patuxent Habitat for Humanity’s Veteran’s Critical Home Repair Program: Help construct a ramp for a deserving Navy veteran in Drum Point on Aug. 8 -9. William Quinn is a disabled Navy veteran; he is married and has one son. In 1982, both of his feet were crushed in an accident. Mr. Quinn says his goal in life is, “to be kind to everyone I meet.” He works as a substitute teacher in St. Mary’s County; he also has a family-friendly YouTube channel: William Quinn. He attends Our Lady Star of The Sea in Solomons where he is a Brother Knight with the Knights of Columbus.

He has volunteered in the past with Christmas in April and his church to help other local families in need.

It is his turn to get a helping hand. For more info on how you can participate, Contact: Trich Trapp, Coordinator at (301) 863-6227 or email: outreach@ patuxenthabitat.org.

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Calvert County Humane Society Meet “Ellington” Spunky and happy as can be, it’s Ellington! This six-monthold lab mix is full of puppy energy and is ready for an active home! Ellington is great in playgroups with the other dogs and would be fine in a home with cats. If you’re looking for for a dog that wants to play - play – play, come on down and meet Ellington!

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

Be sure to mention that you read this in the Chesapeake Current!

Anne Arundel County Animal Control Anne Arundel County Animal Control is lowering adoption fees for pets until further notice. Animal Control is dealing with a surge of animals coming into the shelter.

Adoptions fees that are normally $41-$56 for dogs have been reduced to $16. Cat adoptions regularly cost up to $36 but during this special they are $4.

The prices include the cost of a rabies vaccination, spay/ neuter, and a license. If you plan to adopt an animal, please bring a leash or carrier.

For pet adoption, the hours are as follows: Saturdays 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m; Sundays and Mondays: closed; Tuesdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

By Annette Jones Funn

What Are Non-Profits?

Nonprofit organizations are the glue that hold communities together. They are groups of people who really make things happen.

Some nonprofit organizations are made up of volunteers or paid staff or a combination of both. They organize around a common cause, set goals, identify issues and problems and they go to work to find solutions and funding for their projects.

I am an advocate for volunteer nonprofit organizations; it is one of my passions. This is a meaningful way to give back to the community.

Participation in nonprofit organizations allows you to share your insights and expertise with others, then work together and solve problems.

Is training available to help nonprofits?

Many train their own people, but the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has established the Nonprofit Institute at its Leonardtown Campus to help non-profits, their boards and volunteers learn and grow.

Harriet Yaffe of Port Republic has been hired as the new coordinator of this Institute.

Yaffe’s career has spanned 40 years working with nonprofits, and after a brief retirement, she has returned to her life’s passion of working to better the lives of others.

Yaffe, a previous member of the Nonprofit Institute Advisory Committee for Charles County, said, “I discovered that I’m not into retirement. I like stimulating, new things, interaction with people and feeling like I am a part of something.” This brings her full circle to her new role at the St. Mary’s County NonProfit Institute.

She brings to the new job a wealth of experience. In 1980, Harriet was hired as the director of vocational training and employment services at The Arc of Southern Maryland, then Calvert Association for Retarded Citizens.

“My first impression of Calvert County was that it was a beautiful, peaceful place with wonderful people. It was an escape from the suburbs and the city,” she said. “It sounds corny, but I immediately felt at home. It was a period of enlightenment - everything made sense and this was where I was supposed to be.”

She then changed jobs and spent 13 years commuting between Alexandria and southern Calvert County. Then she saw an opening for executive director of The Arc of Southern Maryland. During the 21 total years she worked at The Arc until her retirement in May 2014, it grew from supporting less than 40 people to providing services to more than 1,500.

Harriet Yaffe is the new coordinator for the Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown Campus.

The St. Mary’s County Nonprofit Institute at CSM, which Yaffe now heads, operates with funding provided by Charles County and the St. Mary’s County Boards of Commissioners.

In 2012, with support from Charles County, the institute took shape with the hiring of a coordinator at the La Plata Campus. In 2013, with support from St. Mary’s County, a coordinator was added at the Leonardtown Campus.

“We would like to see the institute expand with a coordinator on each campus,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried, who envisioned the institute as a venue to provide professional development opportunities and assistance to nonprofit organizations.

“Harriet is a gem in our community and we are fortunate that she has agreed to lend her expertise to the Nonprofit Institute. She is one of those individuals who is energized by helping others,” said Gottfried. “Her talent for recognizing potential partnerships and her skill at bringing people together is an asset to the institute.”

Nonprofit organizations throughout Southern Maryland and beyond can take advantage of services and seminars offered by the institute. For information, visit csmd.edu or contact Harriet Yaffe at hyaffe@csmd.edu.

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

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CURRENT EVENTS Calvert Health Dept. Vaccination Clinics Parents: did you know there are new 20152016 School Vaccination requirements?

Kindergartners and 1st Graders are required to have two doses of Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine. 7th and 8th Graders are required to have one dose of Tdap and one dose of Meningococcal vaccine. These are in addition to the existing school immunization requirements. FREE varicella, Tdap and meningococcal vaccines will be given at the Calvert Health Department on Thu., Aug. 13 from 4:00 to 7:00p.m. for walk-ins and Thu., Sep. 10 from 9:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m. by appointment only. The clinics are free regardless if your family has health insurance, and available for children unable to get vaccinations from their primary health care provider. Please call (410) 535-5400 or (301) 855-1353 ext. 334 to make an appointment for the Sep. 10 clinic or ask questions. A parent or guardian must confirm that an appointment has been made for any required vaccines by the first day of school in August. If a child has not received required vaccines by the 20th day after school starts, the he or she will be excluded from school.

Indian Village Demonstrations Saturdays in August. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515

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

Monday Memories House and Garden Tours Mondays in August. 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, , 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. Visit jefpat.org for more info or call (410) 586-8578.

Through Aug. 30 Kaleidoscope August at Artworks@7th will feature a “Collidescope” of creativity and color as a trio of talented artists present their latest works. Jen Poteet, Mickey Kunkle, and Diana Manchak combine their varied and unique artistry to present a show that will provide asomething for everyone. Thu., Sat., and Sun., 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Fri., 11:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, Suite A104, North Beach. Call (410) 286-5278 or visit artworksat7th.com.

Artists and Craftspeople Seeking applicants for Sat. and Sun., Oct. 10-11, to enter the PRAD (Patuxent River Appreciation Days). Show to be held at the Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons.

For information and entry application, please contact: Gerry Wood, (301) 863-9663 or gbwood2@verizon.net.

Fri., Aug. 7Friday, August 7

14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Web site: calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

70th Annual Annapolis Rotary Club Crab Feast: All-you-can-eat and drink!

The world’s largest crab feast. Serving large and #1 male crabs - the big ones! Nearly 2,500 people are expected to finish off 320 bushels of crabs, 3,400 ears of corn, 100 gallons of crab soup, 1,800 hot dogs, and 150 pounds of BBQ! Visit annapolistickets. showare.com/crabfeast or call (877) 3339667 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to buy tickets before noon on Fri. Aug 7: $65/adults, $20/ages 3-12, and free/under 3. At the door: $75 per person. Free parking. Feast is 5:00- 8:00 p.m. on Fri. Aug. 7 at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. Last year, $68,000 was raised for 29 charities and non-profits. More than $1 million raised since the first Crab Feast in 1946!

First Free Friday: The Calvert Marine Museum and Drum Point Lighthouse are open and free to the public. Enjoy music by GrooveSpan in the Harms Gallery starting at 6:00 p.m.; free 30-minute Tennison cruises sponsored

by Community Bank of the Chesapeake.

5:00- 8:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum,

Dee of St. Mary’s Sunset Cruise: Relax, learn about this traditional workboat and the life of a waterman. $25 each per person. Preregistration required; call (410) 326-2042 ext. 41. Seating is limited. 6:00– 8:00 p.m. No children under 12. Leaves from the Calvert Marine Museum dock, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Chesapeake Beach Water Park Friday Night Slides: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Water Park. Call (410) 257-1404 for info.

Sat., Aug.S8aturday, August 8

Lighthouse Adventure Cruise - Southern Bay: See six lighthouses on this cruise aboard a private charter boat. Registration required 5 business days in advance. Call (410) 326-2042 ext. 41 to register. 7:45 a.m. Museum Dock., Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Cost per ticket: $130; $120 for members.

Youth Fishing Derby: 10th annual Kent Island Estates Community Assoc. &

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Kent Island Fishermen’s Fishing Derby.

All kids invited! Age groups 3-5, 6-10 & 11-16. Registration at 8:00 a.m. Fishing 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-l:00 p.m. Prizes & refreshments at Kent Island American Legion. Loaner rods and bait available, or bring your own. All kids must be accompanied by parent or adult. At Jon Bupp Memorial, Romancoke Pier, Rt. 8 south. Info: contact Lou Wade (202) 4897638, email: wotwater@atlanticbb.net or visit KIFishermen.com.

Guided Canoe Trip: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust, Warrior’s Rest Sanctuary, 676 Double Oak Rd. Prince Frederick. Phone: (410) 4143400 or visit info@acltweb.org.

Chess Saturdays: Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts are invited - with or without your own chess set - from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! Register for Chess Saturdays for a reminder. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake Beach.

Backyard Habitats: A comparison of small scale (backyard) and large scale (nature preserve) habitats in Lusby and how each is created. 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. For info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvertlib.md.us.

Kids Pirate Pizza Cruise: Arrrrrrgh!

Dress like a pirate, eat pizza, and cruise around the Patuxent River aboard the Wm. B. Tennison. $15/person. 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Advance registration required

by Thu., Aug. 6. (410) 326-2042, ext. 41.

Learn Mahjongg: Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun!

1:00-3:00 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. For more info call (410) 3265289.

Build Your Own Secchi Disk: Use it to measure turbidity, or water clarity, one important measure of the health of our waterways. 2:00–4:00 p.m. in the Estuarine Biology Gallery, Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. $1 donation requested with museum admission. calvertmarinemuseum.com; (410) 326-2042.

Line Dancing with the League:

Put

on your dancing shoes and slide on over to Christ Church, 3100 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic. Guests and kids are welcome. $20 with includes refreshments and drinks. 2:00-5:00 p.m. Calvert County League of Women Voters summer social/ fundraiser. Contact Patricia Hofmann: phofmann@comcast.net or Cassandra Okwumabua: cassandra.d.okwumabua@ gmail.com for details.

Country Dance: For a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion 206. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lesson at 7:00 p.m.; dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. $15/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. Reservations: Lbloyer@verizon.net For information call (301) 855-6466. ALPost206.org.

Sun., Aug.S9unday, August 9

Family “Sundae” Sundays: Relax and enjoy a sundae with chocolate or caramel topping, whipped cream, sliced almonds and a cherry; plus, croquet, badminton, a variety of kids’ games on the lawn and art in the garden. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Captain Avery Museum, 1414 East West Shady Side Rd., Shady Side, visit captainaverymuseum. org or call (410) 867-4486. Sponsored by Christopher’s Fine Foods.

Second Sunday Farmer’s Market: Purchase beautiful, naturally grown produce just picked from the garden that morning! Mrs. Moo will be there, too!

1:00-4:00 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust, North Side Trail Head/Double Oak Farm, 676 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick. Call (410) 414-3400 or visit info@acltweb.org.

Mon., Aug 10 Monday , August 10

Jamaican Finger Foods: Discover the flavors and rich history of Jamaica as you join Caribbean Chef Andre Sherwood.

No utensils are necessary as participants prepare delicious Jamaican finger foods, sure to delight your palate. 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/ aging for more info.

Summer Shorts! Listen to short stories

CURRENT EVENTS and then discuss! No reading ahead. 7:008:30 p.m. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake Beach. For more info call (410) 257-2411.

Tue., Aug. 11 Tuesday , August 11

Library By Mail: Learn about this Anne Arundel County Public Library Service that is designed for those who are homebound or unable to visit the library due to illness, injury, or disability. Did you know you may borrow library materials such as books, magazines, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs and receive them through the mail? Even if you don’t personally need the service, you may know someone who does! Come learn about it and how to sign up.10:00-11:00 a.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

Sea Squirts: Chesapeake ABC. A free drop-in program for children 18-mos. to 3 yrs. and their caregivers. 10:00-10:30 a.m. and 11:00–11:30 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Web site: calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

Bay Breeze Concert: The Dave Chappell Band with roots rock. 7:30 p.m. on the porch of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach. Free and open to the public. Rain location: Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach. Info (410) 257-3892. ednesday , August 12 Wed., W Aug. 12

Music With Lovestory: T.A. and D are the duo Lovestory, featuring jazz, soul and Motown hits from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s.

Lovestory fills the room with the energy of love! 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222- 1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for info.

60th Anniversary of the Sinking of the Levin J. Marvel Schooner: A presentation commemorating this significant maritime event and celebrating the local heroes who came to the rescue of many passengers.

Sponsored by Bayside History Museum, Deale Area Historical Society and Calvert Library. 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, 8536 Bayside Rd. Chesapeake Beach. Info: (410) 257-6564.

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Sun., Aug. 16 Sunday , August 16

Luau for Hospice: Stoney’s Broomes Island will again host the Luau for Hospice at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy delicious food, open bar from 6:00-7:00 p.m., a live and silent auction, raffles and dance music provided by The Nightlife Band. General admission $125/person prior to the event and $135 at the door. To purchase tickets, visit calverthospice.org, stop by the Calvert Hospice office, 238 Merrimac Ct., Prince Frederick or call (410) 535-0892.

Annual Pot Luck Meeting: Join the Calvert Artists’ Guild for a brief business meeting to discuss the PRAD Show and then hear Brenda Belfield’s talk on the “Journey to Abstraction.” Members, please bring a potluck dish. Bottled water and sodas are suggested as well as main dishes, finger foods, salads. Free to the public. 2:00-6:00 p.m. Solomons Asbury ClubHouse, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons. Contact Peggy Hovermale, (301) 593-2950, pjhovermale1@yahoo. com, or Gerry Wood at gbwood2@verizon. net, ( 301) 863- 9663.

24th Golf Classic: The College of Southern Maryland Foundation’s Annual Golf Classic at Swan Point Yacht & Country Club in Issue, MD. The goal is to raise $50,000 to support CSM Foundation initiatives including athletics and student scholarships for credit and workforce development programs. Registration at 7:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9:00 a.m.

To register contact Erika Abell at (301) 934-7647 or erika.abell@csmd.edu or visit csmd.edu.

Sea Squirts: Chesapeake ABC. A free drop-in program for children 18-mos. to 3 yrs. and their caregivers. 10:00-10:30 a.m. and 11:00–11:30 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Web site: calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

Saturday , August 15 Sat., Aug. 15

Fossil Field Experience: Go to a local beach with a trained educator to search for fossils. Get a special tour of the fossil hall. For ages 8 and up. 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Pre-registration required, $20/person and includes museum admission. Space is limited. Call (410) 326-2042 ext. 41.

Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail: Skipjack cruise with guest Capt. Jackie Russell who will tell about his life as a waterman. $25/ ages 13 and up, $15/ages 8 – 12. No kids under 8. Preregistration required, call (410) 326-2042. ext. 41. Seating is limited.

2:00–4:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

Pig Roast: from 5:00-6:30 p.m. and Country Memories Band Country Dance from 7:00-11:00 p.m. Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad, 755 Solomons Island Rd., South, Prince Frederick. For info call (410) 535-9836.

Mon. Aug. 17 Monday , August 17

Book Club: August’s book is “Outrageous Fortune—Growing Up in Leeds Castle” by Anthony Russell. In this stunning memoir, Russell takes readers inside his childhood home, with luxury and opulence few can imagine, and explains how he found his way in a changing society. Everyone is welcome to attend. 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/ aging for more info.

Tue., Aug. 18 Tuesday , August 18 Caring Canines: A pet therapy program created by Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat.

They provide volunteer pet therapy teams who want to make a difference in someone’s life by sharing their pet’s loving presence. Enjoy a visit from Caring Canines and meet volunteers and pets.

12:30-1:30 p.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Ctr., 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Call (410) 222-1927 or visit aacounty.org/aging for more info.

Book Discussion: “Lady of Ashes” by Christine Trent. This is the first book of a series. Ms. Trent will attend this book discussion, and books from the series will be available for sale and author signing.

7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Wednesday , August 19 Wed. Aug. 19

Sea Squirts: Chesapeake ABC. A free drop-in program for children 18-mos. to 3 yrs. and their caregivers. 10:00-10:30 a.m. and 11:00–11:30 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For more info visit calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042.

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