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After a storm of protests, Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney Laura Martin has declared that because of unintended consequences, a so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;bottle lawâ&#x20AC;? passed in Annapolis for to prevent â&#x20AC;&#x153;bring your own bottleâ&#x20AC;? in Calvert County will not be enforced. The way the law read, it would have prevented business groups from holding mixers at businesses that did not have liquor licenses, charter boat captains from allowing patrons to bring beer on their boats, outlawed day spas and art galleries from serving free wine to patrons, and event made it against the law for local churches to serve wine at communion! The rest of the story on page 9â&#x20AC;Ś

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Town Scales Back Park Plans With the November election looming, and following criticisms, the Town of North Beach is scaling back plans for a Bay Front Park.

At their regular meeting Thurs. Sept.

11, Town Engineer John Hoffman said that previously proposed ponds would be reduced from 3,000 square feet in original plans to just over 2,100 square feet.

Plantings would also be scaled back to cut costs, and town public works employees would also do much of the work, such as constructing a gazebo and installing benches, rather than hiring contractors.

Mayor Mark Frazer announced that K&H Electric, a long-time North Beach Business, will install all electrical fixtures in the for free. “The Town will only have to buy the electrical materials,” Frazer said.

At the meeting Thursday night, Frazer said after meetings with Treasurer Joanne Hunt and other town employees, the cost has been reduced to $337,000, and the town is only about $50,000 short. The mayor added that the park will be constructed in stages, and, “I don’t see a completed park for three or four years.”

Despite scaling back the plans, Frazer said, “It’s a special property where a special place is warranted.” The parcel is located at the corner of 3rd and Bay Avenue overlooking the boardwalk and Chesapeake Bay. At one point, developers planned to build up to 40 condominiums on the site, which is now a green field.

Hunt said that through several different revenue sources, including grants and a bond bill from the State of Maryland,

plus $30,000 in private donations, the town is now only needs about $50,000. She noted that the town has also applied for additional grants for constructing the park, but award decisions have not been announced.

Councilman Gregg Dotson, who is also running for mayor, said he still opposed the water works in the park, repeating that he didn’t think the water features were needed since the greatest estuary in the United States is only 50 yards away. He also said the town has no idea the costs of maintaining the park in the future.

In the question and answer section of the meeting, one resident asked if the money earmarked for the park could be spent on something else for the town.

Hunt said no, that the Community Legacy Grant is specifically for the park, and the grant stipulations are that it must be used for a capital improvement that will last for more than 15 years. She said the state money must be put toward that park project, and done in a certain amount of time, otherwise the town will lose the money. Hunt added that the bond bill money does not have to be paid back to the state.

Ballpark estimates from a design firm earlier put the probable cost of the park in $800,000-$900,000 range to construct, but Frazer said that the original design was never put out to bid for actual cost quotes.

He also noted that a North Beach Parks Commission made up of town residents helped plan the park. Several residents spoke in favor of it at the Thursday meeting as well.

Most Beautiful Volunteer Honored Betty Jane Reynolds burst into tears when her name was announced as the “Calvert You Are Beautiful” Award winner for 2014.

At a ceremony at the College of Southern Maryland’s Prince Frederick Campus on Tues. Sept. 16, Reynolds was one of 13 nominees honored for their outstanding community service, with Reynolds being selected as the 2014 “most beautiful” person. See page 33 for a story about all other nominees in this issue of the Chesapeake Current.

Betty was nominated by her sister, Brenda Wallace, who “kept telling me I had to go to the post office every day, that I would be receiving something. I thought I was maybe going to get an invitation to a party or something. And then when I got the nomination letter, I couldn’t believe it,” she told us. “God truly blessed me and I figured when I could, I should help others.”

Wallace said in her nomination, “Betty Jane Reynolds is a most generous and kind-hearted person. She has a quiet demeanor and an unselfish heart, even as a teacher working with an teaching the handicapped and children with disabilities.

She has always been patient, caring and understanding. Now retired, her volunteer service branches out to women’s shelters, the hospital gift shop and Calvert Pines (Senior Center) where she gives her time to residents helping with their exercise programs and playing Bingo. She is a breast cancer survivor of more than 15 years and participates in Relay for Life activities.”

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After Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt gave her his handkerchief, Betty Jean Reynolds brushes away tears as she is presented the 2014 “Calvert You Are Beautiful” award by the Calvert County Commissioners.

and taking meals to the elderly. She volunteers housekeeping for seniors and visits shut-ins, taking them groceries. She plays games with them, reads to them and helps them with arts and crafts. Other times, she’s just a caring companion.

“She volunteers on election committees, as well as the polls on election days. Not only does she do all these wonderful things for her community but she helps her sister care for their 92-year-old mother.”

As her sister said in her nomination, Betty Jean Reynolds is humble, never complains, and is always smiling, just as she was in receiving this honor.

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The Maryland Humanities Council's Museum on Main Street program, in coordination with the Smithsonian, has selected Galesville to host an exhibition in the summer of 2015 titled: Hometown Teams: How Sports Shaped America.

In anticipation of this exhibit, and to expand upon the local story of Galesville heritage, the community is forming partnerships with various community groups, schools, non-profits, and local governments to celebrate and promote the rich history and unique characters found throughout the village of Galesville.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoped that this local â&#x20AC;&#x153;Field of Dreams: Home Grown Historyâ&#x20AC;? project will increase awareness of the history of the town, promote heritage tourism, spark interest and support, and ultimately help to preserve the community and enhance the appreciation and stewardship of the town's cultural, historic and natural resources.

Anne Arundel County is now the steward of the Hot Sox Ballfield. Here are just a few of the projects planned over the next two years around the local sports history.

This fall, a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hometown Heroes History Community Quilâ&#x20AC;? will be created.

The Galesville Community Center will work with South River High School and Galesville residents to create a documentary story quilt about the Hot Sox Negro League Baseball Field in Galesville. The documentary story quilt project will utilize research and oral histories of Hot Sox ballplayers being conducted by South River high school students in the Winter/Spring of 2014 and resources from the Galesville Heritage Museum as the basis of this quilt. Quilt workshop sessions will be open to the public at no charge.

This historic ball field was home to the Hot Sox from 1928 until the team disbanded in 1977 baseball, although games are still played on the field today.

Games back in the heyday drew crowds numbering in the hundreds to watch.

Hot Sox ballgames were a major community recreational activity for the hardworking Galesville African-American community, with the majority of the players being employed as watermen by the Woodfield Fish & Oyster Company.

Games were accompanied by picnic-style food, including hotdogs, fried fish, fried chicken, and potato salad, prepared by the spouses of the ballplayers. The park was included on the "barnstorming" circuit

The home of Henry Wilson, the first AfricanAmerican homeowner in Galesville, still stands today.

Photo of the Galesville Hot Sox Baseball team from the web site: historicgalesville.org.

and visited by numbers of Negro League players, some of whom eventually played for the major leagues once they were integrated after 1947, such as Joe Black, Jim Gilliam, Leon Day, and Larry Doby.

Some of the local boys also tired out for major league teams, including Chester Turner, who tried out for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1958, and John Makell Jr., who signed with the Orioles in 1955.

The baseball field is located on land recently acquired by the Anne Arundel County from descendants of Henry Wilson, a former slave who was manumitted in 1828. Wilson was the first African-American landowner in the town of Galesville and set precedence for other African Americans to acquire land and settle in the community. Wilson's wife, Catharine 'Kitty' Neale, was manumitted

by James Cheston Jr. of "Ivy Neck" in 1844. Wilson acquired his first two acres of the property in 1865, just after the Maryland Emancipation Proclamation, and about five years later an additional track of 25.5 acres in 1871. He built a house on the property about 1871, which remains today.

Another upcoming project will involve Anne Arundel County Public School's STEM Community Challenge program.

South river High School 11th graders will be working three hours every other day through Winter/Spring 2014 researching Galesville Hot Sox ballplayers, contacting former players, recording oral histories with former players, and creating a final presentation summarizing their research. This project will provide information about Galesville, names of ball players, and most importantly will capture first-hand information about the Hot Sox baseball team, games, community support, and the ball field for the future.

The Galesville Heritage Museum will provide assistance with and access to their collections in order to acquire primary resources and information about Galesville, the Hot Sox Ballfield, and the Wilson House and property.

The Galesville Community Center will be the venue in which the quilt workshops will be held and be 'home base' in the summer of 2015 for the Smithsonian Institute's traveling exhibition, Hometown Teams: How Sports Shaped America. The South River high school students' research and oral histories and the Hot Sox quilt will be part of the required accompanying exhibit.

Road Project Officially Begins The Board of County Commissioners celebrated the groundbreaking for the Dowell Road widening project on Tues., Sept. 9, with Dowell Road neighbors, county staff, elected officials and others involved in the project.

The three-phase project will feature extra room for bicyclists, new sidewalks, curbs, gutters and stormwater management facilities, plus a two-way center lane for motorists along the section from HG Trueman Road up to Annmarie Garden.

Construction Continues on Main Thoroughfare A new traffic pattern along the Armory Road corridor in Prince Frederick has taken effect as the road improvement project for Armory Road and Dares Beach Road nears the end of its third phase.

This phase requires a traffic pattern change at the intersection of Fairground and Armory Roads. Under this phase traffic movements will be as follows: · The intersection of Dares Beach and Armory Roads will continue in the roundabout pattern.

• Access to and from the old portion of Armory Road (Monnett Court) will be from Dares Beach Road ONLY. · Through traffic between Main Street and Dares Beach Road will NOT be in effect as Armory Road will be closed north of Fairground Road and south of Monnett Court.

• Fairground Road will be open between Dares Beach Road and Armory

Road. Traffic traveling south on Fairground Road will only be able to turn left onto Armory Road.

Portable message boards will be located prior to this date to provide advance notice to motorists who utilize this area. It is estimated that this traffic pattern will remain in effect for approximately three weeks.

As part of the road improvement project, enhancements will include new sidewalks, wider shoulders, pedestrian lights and a traffic circle at the intersection of Armory Road and Dares Beach Road.

The project is part of the larger Prince Frederick loop road.

Maps plotting the project by phase and additional information are available at co.cal.md.us/roadproject. A Facebook page has also been established and will offer updates on the project as it progresses.

Chesapeake Beach Named Sustainable Community Chesapeake Beach Town Council Member Stewart Cumbo receives an award on behalf of the Town of Chesapeake Beach as a Sustainable Maryland Certified Community, accompanied by Connie O’Dell, the Town’s Director of Economic Development, Mayor Bruce Wahl, and University of Maryland Sustainable Maryland Program Director Mike Hunninghake. The presentation was made during the Maryland Municipal League Legislative Conference at the Lowes Hotel, Annapolis.

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Police Blotter treatment of the deployed Taser, and then transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. Gallagher has been charged with Calvert County Sheriff’s Department resisting arrest, possession of marijuana less Reports: than 10 grams, destruction of property less than $1,000 and numerous traffic violations.

Gallagher was found to have an outstanding Fleeing and Eluding, CDS Violation On Sept. 2, shortly after midnight, DFC R. warrant out of Circuit Court in Calvert Cress was traveling on Mike’s Way in Owings. County.

He observed a vehicle that had been pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway suddenly leave CDS Violations the area at a high rate of speed. DFC Cress and On Sept. 11 at 11:00 p.m. Dep. M. Trigg Tpr. Lewis of the Maryland State Police, each observed a vehicle drifting in and out of its operating their patrol vehicles, attempted to lane while traveling northbound on MD Rt. 4 catch up to the vehicle on Briscoe Turn Road. near Traskers Blvd. and conducted a traffic DFC Cress continued to MD Rt. 4 and stop at Auto Drive. He found the driver, observed the vehicle traveling southbound, then Eugene Holmes, Jr., 37 of Upper Marlboro, to make a U-turn and begin to travel north. DFC be in possession of suspected drugs and drug He was charged with Cress activated his emergency equipment but paraphernalia. the vehicle failed to stop and turned onto possession of K2/Spice (Scooby Snax) and Skinners Turn Road. The vehicle was still rolling papers. traveling at a high rate of speed and crossed the centerline several times. The vehicle then turned On Sept. 12 at 10:26 p.m. Dep. C. Idol was left onto Ginger Lane, into the industrial park, patrolling the Prince Frederick Food Lion then out of the industrial park back onto parking lot when a minivan, driving at a high Skinners Turn Road, where it turned left onto rate of speed, drove toward him in the officer’s Clyde Jones Rd. The vehicle then drove through lane, then swerved back into the correct travel a yard at the end of the roadway and attempted lane and passed the officer. Idol conducted a to turn around but was blocked by Tpr. Lewis’ traffic stop on the vehicle behind the Prince patrol vehicle. The driver jumped out of the Frederick Library on Costley Way. The driver, Dylan Hinds, 19 of vehicle and ran into a wooded area. Cress Christopher located the suspect behind some thick brush and Huntingtown, was charged with possession of he was ordered to put his hands behind his back marijuana and drug paraphernalia; a smoking but he failed to comply, keeping his hands device. concealed. He was asked again to display his hands but would not so a Taser charge was Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct applied to his body. He was then handcuffed On Sept. 7 at 4:00 a.m. DFC P. Wood and taken into custody. He is identified as Ryan responded to the Prince Frederick WaWa for Ford Gallagher, 36, of Owings. Gallagher was the report of a disorderly female. Wood made contact with the subject, identified as Whitney transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital for

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Nicole Buckler, 22, of Prince Frederick, who had reportedly caused a scene inside the convenience store. Buckler and a friend were asked to leave and were told to call a friend to pick them up because they were not sober.

Immediately thereafter, their vehicle was seen leaving the WaWa and a traffic stop was conducted by DFC J. Livingston. DFC Wood responded to assist. While Livingston was attempting a sobriety test with the driver, Buckler, who had been the passenger, kept interfering with the investigation being conducted by Livingston. Buckler was advised to stop or be placed under arrest for obstructing. Buckler started screaming and when deputies attempted to place her under arrest she began pulling away and threw herself on the ground. She continued screaming and trying to pull back and push herself off the patrol vehicle. She prevented the deputies from placing her in the back seat of the patrol vehicle so a cage car was requested. Once placed inside the cage car, Buckler started spitting on the windows of the vehicle. She was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with obstructing and hindering, failure to obey a lawful order, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and destruction of property under $1,000.

Thefts A black Trail Star trailer, measuring 4 feet by 8 feet with a green and black Honda Foreman 500 All-Terrain Vehicle on it, was stolen from the driveway of a home in the 11600 block of Big Sandy Run Rd. in Lusby. The trailer and ATV are valued at $4,900. The trailer has a Virginia license plate.

Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC G. Gott at (410) 535-2800.

given running down the street. He stopped and made contact with the suspect, who was then identified as Trybus. The homeowner arrived and stated that nothing appeared to be missing.

Sometime between 6:00 p.m. on Sept. 3 and 5:22 p.m. on Sept. 4, unknown suspect(s) burglarized a shed behind a home in the 3900 block of Dogwood Road in Port Republic.

The culprit(s) stole a Razor MX 650 electric motorcycle valued at $500. Dep. J. buck is investigating.

Maryland State Police Barrack U Reports: CDS Violations On Sept. 1 at 11:07 p.m., Trooper First Warrick responded to the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick for a check welfare complaint when a registered room occupant was located noticeably stumbling near the motel. During questioning, a plastic bag fell from his pocket containing K2 Spice. Eugene Homes Jr., 37 of Prince Frederick, was arrested for possession of K2 Spice, Clonazepam and drug paraphernalia. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Corporal West responded to the intersection of MD Rt. 231 and Rt. 4 at 5:05 a.m. on Sept.

4 for a complaint about a vehicle sitting stationary on Rt. 231 and not proceeding forward on a green traffic signal. The driver, Mario Puzo Le, 32 of Huntingtown, appeared to be confused and disoriented. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were performed with unsatisfactory results, so Le was arrested for DUI. A secondary search revealed Xanax for which Le did not have a prescription. He was Someone stole a 10-foot aluminum boat from additionally charged with possession of CDS the boat rack at Lake Lariat in Lusby between and drug paraphernalia and incarcerated at the Jul. 15 and Aug. 15. The boat has a black saw Calvert County Detention Center. tooth pattern and the initials KM painted on the underside. It is valued at $500. Dep. J. A vehicle was stopped by Trooper First Class Buck is investigating.

Wiesemann on Sept. 4 at 2:40 p.m. at Rt. 4 and Saw Mill Rd. in Lusby for traffic A pair of Portage Pal Kayak wheels, worth violations. The driver, Ronald A. Scott, 27 of $400, were stolen when the owners were Lusby, was arrested for an active arrest warrant kayaking off Matoaka Lane in St. Leonard on through the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.

Sept. 4 between 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Dep. J. A search incident to the arrest revealed Buck is continuing the investigation.

Percocet in this pocket for which he did not have a prescription. Scott was incarcerated at A green Next bicycle with 20-inch tires was the Calvert County Detention Center. stolen from the front porch of a home in the 1000 block of Rimrock Rd. in Lusby Trooper First Class Smith stopped a vehicle overnight between Sept. 5 and 6. Dep. D. for traffic violations on Rt. 4 in Lusby at 5:12 Naughton is investigating. p.m. on Sept. 4. The odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. Joseph DFC P. Mosely is investigating the theft of a V. Okoniewski, 25 of Lusby, was arrested for wallet from an unsecured vehicle while it was possession of marijuana and drug parked in the 2800 block of Lochness Drive in paraphernalia. He was transported to the Chesapeake Beach. The victim states that his MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for wallet, which was under his front seat, and its processing. contents, cash and ID, were stolen on Sept. 1.

On Sept. 5 at 10:16 a.m., Trooper First Class Thefts from Vehicles Esnes stopped a vehicle on Rt. 2 and Federal A woman reported to DFC P. Wood that at Oak Drive in Sunderland for traffic violations.

8:00 a.m. on Sept. 2 she parked her car at A field sobriety test was performed and Jesse P. Plum Point Middle School in Huntingtown Weir, 30 of Huntingtown, was arrested for and went on a field trip with her son. When DUI. A probable cause search was conducted she returned at 3:30 p.m. she noticed that cash and marijuana and drug paraphernalia were and a credit card had been stolen from her located in the vehicle. Weir was incarcerated purse, which had been left inside the vehicle. at the Calvert County Detention Center. He The victim states that she thought she had was additionally charged for possession of locked the vehicle, however no marks could be Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. seen on the vehicle indicating someone pried open a door.

On Sept. 6 at 2:14 a.m., Corporal West stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 south of M.F. A Nokia cell phone and cash was stolen from a Bowen Rd. in Huntingtown for traffic vehicle on Sept. 5 in the afternoon. The victim violations. A strong odor of alcoholic beverage reports the theft happened while he was inside was coming from the driver and she appeared two businesses. DFC R. Wilson is confused and upset. Field Sobriety Tests were investigating. given and Angela P. Osborne, 37 of Mineral, VA was arrested for DUI. During a standard Burglaries inventory of Osborne’s belongings at the On Sept. 9 at 11:20 a.m. DFC M. Velasquez barrack during processing, two different kinds arrested Michael Peter Trybus, 18, of Lusby, of prescription medications were found. and charged him with one count each of first, Osborne admitted she had taken the pills from third and fourth degree burglary. Trybus was a friend and did not have prescriptions for observed by a neighbor of a home on Buckskin them, so she was additionally charged with Court in Lusby hanging around the outside of CDS Possession and drug paraphernalia the home and then could be seen inside the possession. She was taken to the MSP Barrack house. DFC Velasquez responded to the call in Prince Frederick for processing and was and saw a suspect matching the description released to a sober driver at that location.

Police Blotter (Con’t) Trooper First Class Saucerman stopped a vehicle at 1:12a.m. on Sept. 7 on Rt. 4 near Wood Acres Ct. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. The odor of fresh marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. During a probable cause search of the vehicle, marijuana and drug paraphernalia were located in the vehicle. A field sobriety test was give and Nakia A. Peete, 38 of Annapolis, was arrest for DUI. Peete was additionally charged with possession of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia on criminal citations. She was released from the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick to a sober adult.

passengers, Thomas C. Fisher, 45, and Nichole D. Hobar, 33, all of Lusby, were all arrested and charged with possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia. They were incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

A vehicle was stopped by Trooper First Class Costello at Rt. 4 and Church St. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations on Sept. 13 at 11:40 p.m. The odor of raw marijuana was emitting from the passenger side of the vehicle.

The passenger, Steele C. Chatel, 19 of Chesapeake Beach, was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was transported to the MSP Barrack in Prince At 7:58 p.m. on Sept. 10, Trooper Newcomer Frederick for processing. stopped a vehicle for traffic violations at Rt. 4 and Western Shores Blvd. in St. Leonard. Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle at While speaking with the driver, Trooper 7:36 p.m. on Sept. 14 on Rt. 4 prior to Cove Newcomer observed white powder flakes on Point Rd. in Lusby for traffic violations. The the seat and clothing. Leah M. Richardson, 36 odor of alcohol was emitting from the breath of St. Leonard, was arrested for possession of of the driver. Kevin D. Garrett Jr., 27 of cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia Lexington Park, was unable to complete a field and incarcerated at the Calvert County sobriety test satisfactorily and was arrested for Detention Center.

DUI. A search incident to arrest revealed marijuana.

Garrett was driving on a A personal injury crash on Rt. 4 at German revoked/suspended license.

He was Chapel Rd. in Prince Frederick was responded incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention to at 12:42 a.m by Trooper First Class Center.

Wiesemann on Sept. 12. A juvenile driving while intoxicated crashed into the side door of Theft another vehicle and subsequently lost control A theft complaint in the 1900 block of Kathy of the vehicle. The juvenile left the scene, but Court in Owings was responded to by Trooper was located and arrested. A probable cause Warrick at 8:12 p.m. on Sept. 4. The victim search prior to storage of the vehicle revealed reported that cash and jewelry had been taken marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

The during a birthday party. A suspect has been juvenile was transported to the MSP Barrack developed and charges are pending. in Prince Frederick for processing and was released to a parent.

Burglary Trooper First Class Oles responded to the 100 Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle at block of Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince 12:33 a.m. on Rt. 4 near Adam’s Rib Frederick at 1:50 p.m. on Sept. 5 for a Restaurant in Prince Frederick for traffic burglary complaint. Unknown suspect(s) had violations on Sept. 13. A K-9 scan resulted in entered a storage container located on the a positive alert. A probable cause search property and removed a tire changer, Dewalt revealed marijuana in the trunk of the vehicle. table saw, and 12 gas cans. Investigation Deandre E. Vick, 23 of Washington, D. C., continues. was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was incarcerated at Driving While Suspended and Theft the Calvert County Detention Center.

On Sept. 12 at 7:10 p.m., Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle at MD Rt. 4 and On Sept. 13 at 7:28 p.m., Trooper First Class Steeple Chase Drive in Prince Frederick for a Oles stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 4 near registration violation. Albert L. Farrell, 46 of Wentworth Nursery in Prince Frederick for Prince Frederick, was found to be driving on a traffic violations. The driver, William H. suspended license.

The registration tag Burns 3rd, 27, was observed dropping a revealed a stolen year sticker. Farrell was syringe out of the window onto the roadway. arrested for theft and was incarcerated at the The syringe was located. Burns, and his Calvert County Detention Center.

Drivers: Move Over More The Maryland State Police are urging motorists to practice moving over for tow trucks because as of Oct. 1, it is the law.

The “Move Over” law is intended to provide an extra barrier of safety for police, fire and emergency rescue personnel, and now tow truck drivers. Motorists are required when approaching an emergency vehicle or a tow truck from the rear with its lights activated, to change into an available lane not next to the emergency vehicle or tow truck, when safe to

do so. If there is no lane available, the motorists must slow down to a reasonable and prudent speed as they pass the emergency scene.

Drivers are reminded the ‘move over’ law is a primary offense with a fine of $110 and one point. If the violation contributes to a traffic collision, the fine will be $150 and three points. If the violation contributes to crash resulting in death or serious injury, the fine is $750 and three points.

Two Men Die in Crashes On Saturday morning, Sept. 6, at approximately 12:45 a.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff's Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction Team responded to the intersection of Cross Point Drive and Wildfire Lane in Owings for the report of a motorcycle crash.

Their preliminary investigation revealed a Yamaha R6 motorcycle, operated by Robert Allen Coleman Jr., a 37-year-old male, and a resident of Annapolis, was traveling south on Cross Point Drive when it failed to negotiate a turn just south of Wildfire Lane. The motorcycle went off the roadway subsequently striking a brick mailbox where it came to final rest approximately 30 feet from the mailbox just off the roadway.

Deputies arrived on scene and found Coleman to be unresponsive and began to administer medical treatment. Officers were relieved by Emergency Medical Services from North Beach Volunteer Fire Department and Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department.

Coleman was transported to the Calvert Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries sustained during the crash.

The on-scene investigation revealed alcohol and speed were believed to be contributing factors in the crash. Anyone with

additional information regarding the crash are asked to contact Dfc. Fox of CRT at (410) 535-2800 or via e-mail at foxcn@co.cal.md.us.

Later that day, officers from Anne Arundel County’s Southern District were called to an accident in Friendship on Friendship Rd. just east of the intersection with Boyd’s Turn Rd. At approximately 7:15 p.m. on Sat. Sept.

6, officers responded to a single vehicle crash involving a white 2005 Acura TL at that location. The driver of the Acura, 33-year-old Brian Gore of Washington, DC apparently veered off of the right side of the roadway.

Once in the grass, the driver lost control of the car. The Acura apparently reentered the roadway and began to spin. The vehicle then travelled across the roadway and off of the left side of the road, up an embankment and struck a light support pole and a tree before coming to rest.

Gore was transported from the scene to Prince George’s Shock Trauma by ambulance.

He died about six hours later.

Police say the preliminary cause of this crash appears to be driver error. Excessive speed and alcohol are factors in this crash. The Traffic Safety Section will be completing the investigation.

Deputies Honored For Service Sheriff Mike Evans with the Maryland Sheriff’s Association Deputy of the Year award winners from the Calvert County Sheriff's Office. Sgt. Ricky Cox was presented the award for Valor, F/Sgt. Keith Hicks for Community Service and DFC Nick DeFelice for Contribution to Profession.

The awards were presented at the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association and the Maryland Sheriff’s Association 2014 Annual Training Seminar on Sept.

8 in Ocean City.

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Can You Solve These Crimes?

Calvert County Crime Solvers and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for two recent burglaries.

Unknown suspect(s) stole $200 worth of copper pipe and 12 electric motors worth $1,000 from a barn in the 1900 block of Solomons Island Road in Huntingtown between Sept. 2 and 5.

On Sept. 2, someone burglarized a home on Paulowina Lane in Prince Frederick during

the daytime hours, stealing a PlayStation gaming system, controllers, and games.

Citizens with information on these crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link at CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling (410) 535-2880.

If the information leads to an arrest and conviction, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner

Newcomers – vs- Incumbents Previously, I have mentioned the need to elect a mix of incumbents and challengers.

A constituent complained that all five Commissioners are elected at once, instead of staggered, like the Board of Education is.

He thought we were risking a lack of continuity, a lack of institutional memory, and potential disaster if circumstances required a quick decision by a new Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) insufficiently prepared due to the steep learning curve for new Commissioners.

Voters in Calvert County have shown more wisdom than to replace everyone at once.

One Commissioner candidate told me that as he goes door-to-door, he asks residents what they would like to see changed in Calvert County. Most people reply that they are happy living here, that they know the County to be well-managed and that they do not want to see major change - incremental and specific change,

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of course, but not wholesale change. They feel differently about State government, where they complain of being overtaxed and many want to flee the onerous increase in state taxes, as has been widely reported.

The kinds of transitions that have to occur with a new BOCC was brought home to me at a recent meeting of the Veterans Regional Advisory Committee (VRAC) of the Tri-County Council (TCC). I have chaired the VRAC for the last four years after the original chair from St. Mary’s County was term-limited and the original Commissioner member from Charles County was defeated in his bid for re-election. I was the only incumbent Commissioner member. Both the VRAC and I have been recognized as models because we have the decision-makers from all levels of government including federal, Congressional, State, Regional, and local at the table where decisions can be made and alliances forged, some of which even amaze

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me. The VRAC members are worried and wanted some assurances from me. There is no incumbent Commissioner VRAC member to lead on behalf of our Veterans.

Neither I, nor the St. Mary’s County Commissioner serving on the VRAC are running for re-election and the incumbent Charles County Commissioner lost his Primary. Formed as a method of insuring regional cooperation on a plethora of issues that cross Southern MD county boundaries, the TCC has been an effective example of regional cooperation on transportation (Yes! We are going to get the bus connection across the Route 231 Bridge!), workforce development, business initiatives from the State, broadband deployment, agricultural initiatives, heritage tourism and, of course, veteran’s needs, to name just a smattering. Our model has been followed by other regions of the State and beyond.

Yet, an unsuccessful effort was made to derail the TCC last year.

The current Chair of the TCC, made up of all the elected Commissioners, Delegates and State Senators in Southern Maryland is Calvert County Commissioner Steve Weems. I am pretty certain that you did not know that folksy, down-to-earth St. Leonard businessman Weems is carrying so much responsibility on his shoulders for the whole Southern Maryland Region.

That is because Commissioner Weems is that rare incumbent that is not a good self-promoter. He doesn’t toot his own horn. With a college degree in Turf Management and History, he is the

historian on the BOCC. Because his disarming sense of humor makes us all laugh, it would be easy to overlook the intelligent role that Commissioner Weems has played on this BOCC - not only keeping us down-to-earth, but thoughtfully analyzing the facts before he makes a decision. He is a good listener. He is good at bringing people together - which is a necessary trait for someone navigating the treacherous political waters of bringing diverse regional interests together for the common good.

Will the VRAC continue to be so effective minus incumbent Commissioner members with the knowledge about and commitment to Veteran’s issues? It all depends on who gets elected across Southern MD as well as my dedication to a successful transition even after I leave office. The point I am making is that incumbency has its virtues. We will have at least two new Commissioners to replace me and Commissioner Clark in District 1, ensuring change and new perspectives. I hope that a mixture of incumbents and new Commissioners insures that we do not lose the momentum that voters may not see, but which has greatly contributed to our high quality of life through regional solutions as well as local decision-making.

The opinions in this column are those of the writer, Susan, Shaw, and not necessarily those of the Chesapeake Current, which welcomes all viewpoints.

Send your letters to: ChesapeakeCurrent@gmail.com.

Bottle Law Deemed “Unenforceable”

By Diane Burr Earlier this year, a law passed by the Maryland Legislature, following a request from the Calvert County Board of Liquor Control, would, in effect, prohibit any “establishment” (including businesses, non-profits or other organizations) from serving complimentary alcoholic beverages without a liquor license. This so-called “bottle club” law was intended to cracked down on restaurants or entertainment venues that allowed people to bring in their own bottles. Back in June, even before this became law July 1, I started protesting and was joined by a chorus of others who were inadvertently adversely affected by this law.

As President of the Bay Business Group (BBG), I pointed out that this would prevent us from having a cooler of free beer or a table of complimentary wine at our business mixers, and even our BBG Christmas Party, as we have always done!

If someone even stopped by my Chesapeake Current offices and I offered them a beer or glass of wine, under this new state law, I was subject to a penalty of TWO YEARS IN PRISON and a $10,000 FINE!!!!

I protested loudly, verbally, in writing, on Facebook posts and to our Calvert County Commissioners, Maryland Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller, Del. Mark Fisher, Sheriff Mike Evans and others over the past few months. I also worked with Carolyn Hart, CEO of the Calvert Chamber of Commerce and others to bring attention to this and join in the protest.

BBG Member Atty. David Weigel of Davis, Upton, Palumbo and Dougherty further weighed in with an opinion from his law firm indicating that Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours and other events were against this law since these are held at local businesses after hours.

Also the way it is written, it would even prohibit local charter boat captains from allowing patrons to take a cooler of beer on a fishing trip (they are a business, even though their service is providing a safe and sober “designated boat driver").

Attys. Mark Davis and Weigel said this would make it against the law for local art galleries to serve wine at opening receptions, as many commonly do; and beauty salons and spas would be in violation if they offered a patron a

complimentary glass of wine as well.

They even went so far as to say that it's a violation for Calvert County churches to offer wine at communion the way this law is written!!!! The list goes on and on....

It was a vague and poorly thought-out law that adversely affected way too many of us in this county, beyond what was intended.

Fortunately, all this protesting has finally paid off.

At their meeting on Tues. Sept. 9, the Calvert County Commissioners heard from State’s Attorney Laura Martin, Liquor Board Chair Beth Swoap, their legal counsel and a representative from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.

Martin publicly said that this law is unenforceable will be revised during the next state legislative session so that local businesses are not adversely affected. “We cannot practice selective enforcement, picking the ones we intended the law to effect and ignoring those that now, because of the broad language, [it] does effect.

Because of that, we’re considering it unenforceable, and we’re going to wait for the fixes so the sheriff’s office will not be enforcing it.”

This means activities, such as a complimentary alcoholic beverage at our BBG Christmas Party, can happen as usual.

But as Commissioner Jerry Clark added, "Don't be stupid!" He also urged the liquor board to slow down. As he put it, “We need to take baby steps in fixing the liquor laws in Calvert County that were ignored and nothing changed over the last 30 or 40 years, instead of trying to do it all very quickly.”

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

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In Support of Kullen

Farmers Endorse Fisher Maryland State Delegate Mark N. Fisher (R-27B) has earned the endorsement of the Maryland Farm Bureau Political Action Committee (MPAC) as he seeks a second term in the Maryland General Assembly.

"Calvert County is home to more than 26,000 acres of farmland, and nearly 300 farms. I am honored to represent the interests of these family farms, and greatly appreciate the Maryland Farm Bureau's support of my candidacy," said Fisher. "Agriculture is absolutely critical to Calvert County's livelihood, quality of life, and a key component of our history."

In a letter to Fisher, MPAC's Chairman,

Pam Saul stated, "Our endorsements are made based on a candidate's voting record, state positions, actions taken in the past and on recommendations of Candidate Evaluation Committees of the local Farm Bureaus. We wish you good luck in the campaign and we look forward to working with you in Annapolis."

Delegate Fisher has also received the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB). NFIB is the largest association in the state and nation, representing the legislative and policy interests of small business owners, employees and their families.

Horsing Around Maryland Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller participates in the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1814 at Brookeville, MD. Miller took to horseback to reenact the role of Sec. Monroe. Miller and others acted as living historians playing the roles of local scientists, engineers, teachers, tradesmen, and craftspeople.

Photo by Melanie Miller.

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, A year ago, I retired after 26 years of service as an officer in the United States Navy. My retirement enabled me to greatly expand my participation in the political process. Having spent half of my life in the military, I rely on the Navy’s Core Values – Honor, Courage and Commitment – to guide my actions and decisions. After careful deliberation, I decided that my first political endeavor in over a quarter century would be to assist Sue Kullen in her campaign for the District 27C House of Delegate seat, even though I knew I would be moving out of state before the general election.

In my humble opinion, Sue embraced these core values when she was a member of the House of Delegates between 2004 and 2010 and has continued to do so during her current campaign. Specifically, Sue honorably served her constituents as evidenced by her selection as “Legislator of the Year” by the Maryland Nurses Association and the Maryland Chapter of the American College of Cardiology in 2010. Sue consistently exhibited the courage to vote based on the issues rather than political affiliation. As a case in point, she received a grade of “A” from the National Rifle Association while in office. Ever committed to her community, Sue was Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Respect matters and that is why I urge you to vote for Sue Kullen for Delegate.

When Sue first took office, I requested to meet with her and the members of the Humane Society Club of Huntingtown High School. Sue met with us at a local coffee shop to learn about the horrors of chained dogs in our community. I along with several parents and about 10 high school students expressed our concerns. Here is what Sue did: she listened, she treated us with respect, she made us feel welcome, and she genuinely cared. Several years later she proposed a bill that gave our local government the right to revise our animal control laws. This change has provided for some much needed protections for the dogs and cats in our community. In fact, every single time I have spoken to Sue about issues that matter to me, I always leave feeling like I was really heard, respected and cared about.

I am a registered Republican, and due to zoning changes, I cannot vote for Sue in November. If I could, I would vote for Sue Kullen. I still walked neighborhoods with her and helped her campaign in a few other ways. I did this because I know she truly cares about what all of us think. She is a genuine person with an open mind.

She is reasonable and kind. She is a person of good character who has no agenda other than to serve the citizens of Calvert County. She will listen to you no matter what your concern.

Mr. Fisher has not impressed me as

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the Chair of the Calvert County Delegation, Vice-Chair of the Southern Maryland Delegation and served on committees and caucuses that were relevant to the needs and concerns of Calvert County residents.

Throughout last winter, I accompanied Sue on the campaign trail as we knocked on doors from North Beach to Port Republic. Sue treated every person as a friend, listened intently to their concerns and, in response, exhibited an incredible knowledge of the critical issues facing Calvert County today. She is a throwback to the days of the honest politician who genuinely wants to serve others, and serve them well. Calvert County, I implore you to honor yourselves by having the courage to elect Sue Kullen, a remarkable woman who is committed to improving the quality of life in Calvert County.

Sincerely, Robert E. Vincent II Wakefield, MA Resident of Owings from Sept. 2001 until Aug. 2014 much. When my high school club went to Annapolis for Humane Lobby Day in 2013, Mr. Fisher was over 25 minutes late for our appointment, which had been set weeks prior. He claimed to not even know we were on the calendar. My club had to raise over $400 to take this trip, and my students were very excited to meet with him. When we tried to tell him our concerns, he stopped us, and made sure we understood his position. When he did not vote in the affirmative for the Spay and Neuter bill, we sent him a letter expressing our dissatisfaction. What did he do, he called the former superintendent of the school system to complain. Our letter did thank him for his time, but we had every right to express to him that we were disappointed that he did not vote for such an important bill. Mr. Fisher had his aide call me a few days later to ask if I’d meet for coffee. I politely declined.

The Spay and Neuter bill did pass overwhelmingly in Annapolis, by the way, in spite of very few who opposed it. The following year Mr. Fisher treated us with much more respect. But then again, it is an election year and he could have possibly felt bad about the prior year.

The way you make people feel is critical when you serve as a leader. You can still vote with your beliefs and your party behind you, but you can do it in a way that leaves a trail of respect behind. That’s what I want in Annapolis.

Lynne A. Gillis Huntingtown

Candidate Forums, Voter Registration Dates p.m., the LWV will hold a candidates forum for Congressional, State Senate, House of Delegates and Board of Education candidates at St John Vianney, Family Life Center, Prince Frederick.

Mon., Oct. 20: General Election Candidate Forum from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., the LWV will hold a candidates forum for Register of Wills, Sheriff and Board of County Commissioners candidates at St John Vianney, Family Life Center, Prince Frederick.

Thurs., Oct. 30: North Beach Mayor and Town Council Candidate Forum from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m, sponsored by the LWV at the North Beach Town Hall.

For information on these forums, also please contact John Perryman at (410) Thurs., Oct. 16: General Election 610-7591 or muffin@olg.com.

Candidate Forum from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 Here are the upcoming election-related events being planned by the League of Women Voters of Calvert County (LWV).

Save these dates so you can attend public forums and learn more about the candidates running for public office this year: Tues., Sept. 23: National Voter Registration Day, from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., the LWV will register voters at the College of Southern Maryland, Main Building Prince Frederick Campus.

Wed., Oct. 8: Voter Registration from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., the LWV will register voters at Safeway, Dunkirk.

For information on voter registration, please contact John Perryman, 410-610-7591 or muffin@olg.com.

The last day to register to vote in the November General Election is Tues. Oct. 14 In the last edition of the Chesapeake Current, we published dates from the Town of North Beach about Voter Registration to be held at North Beach Town Hall. Although the information provided to us indicated that voter registration would be held Oct. 20 and 27, the actual cut-off date is Oct. 14.

So, the correct dates for voter registration for residents in North Beach will be these Mondays from 5:00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00 p.m.: Sept. 22, and 29 along with Oct. 6 and 13 at the Town Hall.

The Mayor and winning Council Members will be sworn into office on Fri. Nov. 14 at 8:00 p.m. at Town Hall in a public ceremony.

Did you know?

- You can be 16 to register to vote, but you must be at least 18 years old by the Nov. 4 general election to actually cast a ballot.

- You do NOT have to vote in the primary to vote in the general election.

- In Maryland, once registered, you are always registered to vote as long as you keep your address updated with the Election Board.

- You may change your party affiliation up to 21 days before an election.

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Beverly’s Gift for Gifts

By Brian “Crow” McDaniel Beverly Dillon is one of the newest members of the Bay Business Group (BBG) this summer opening her own new business, Beverly’s Gifts & Flowers in Chesapeake Beach.

Beverly says grew up in Calvert County and graduated from Northern High School. She is married and has three children. She and her husband, Randy, own and operate the new store on Rt. 261 across from Beach Elementary School.

The new store officially opened on June 14.

Most residents of Chesapeake Beach, North Beach, Owings and Southern Anne Arundel County may recognize Beverly from the Chesapeake Pharmacy, where she spent her entire career at the locally owned and operated drug store. She has created many friendships with those who shopped there and looks forward to serving those customers and new ones with her new store.

From 1986 to 2014 – 28 years - she managed the Chesapeake Pharmacy. As an experienced pharmacy technician, manager and buyer for the store, (sold this summer to CVS after losing their lease), Beverly was responsible for keeping the

Fall Decorations.

themed selection of gifts on display to honor the cause.

And she adds that no storefront in the Beaches would be complete without having the Taste of the Beaches Cookbook by the BBG for sale. It makes a wonderful gift!

Although she’s a “new” member, Beverly is no stranger to the BBG. She joined the Beach Business Group through Chesapeake Pharmacy a long time before the name was changed to the Bay Business The Chesapeake Room at Beverly's.

Group. That’s how far she goes back with store well organized and efficient for the organization. customers. When the Chesapeake Beach pharmacy was sold, she wanted to branch out and start her own gifts and flower shop, although she still does work with Calvert-Arundel Pharmacy.

Beverly’s Gifts and Flowers, offers value priced gifts for all occasions like jewelry, home décor items, Crabtree and Evelyn products, crab salsas, hot sauces, nuts and more. Many items are Chesapeake- themed including some gourmet chocolates, apparel and various souvenirs.

Her flower case offers fresh roses and mixed flower arrangements. They also have a unique “Aqua Bouquets” which are Beverly’s Exterior . flowers arranged in a simple plasticwrapped “vase” that are easy to pick up She is already jumping into the and go. Although her shop does not offer serving aspect of the BBG without the full array of services as a florist, missing a beat by hosting the next BBG Beverly says that they can accommodate mixer the evening of Sept. 24 at her store. simple arrangement requests.

All local business owners are invited to She carries a lovely selection of party come by. supplies and cards for all occasions. There “My experience with Diane (Burr) you can find a wide assortment of helium and the group has been great over the latex and mylar balloons, just one or in years,” Beverly explains. Beverly says her “balloon bouquets.” You can order your mission is clear. She wants to provide the balloons by calling ahead and they’ll be community with a wide spectrum of ready at a certain time, or you can stop by value-priced gift selections for all and they’ve inflate them on the spot. They occasions. She wants to be known as the have a wide assortment of everyday “go to place” when searching for a gift for balloons and some cute seasonal balloons someone or even yourself. This mission are available, too. includes wanting to excel in customer Beverly’s has something for sports service and to provide high quality, fans including wine bottle holders and unique, and locally themed gift selections. bottle top openers for various football Giving back is something Beverly has teams. been diligent about most of her life. She With October being Breast Cancer serves as a Board Member for the Calvert Awareness month, Beverly plans to have a

Beverly Dillon.

County Nursing Home in Prince Frederick and is a Member of PDAC. (Prescription Drug Abatement Committee).

So whether you’re looking for cocktail napkins or baby gifts, it’s quite possible that you’ll find something you need – or just love - at her store. Beverly would be thrilled if you stopped in to say hello while you browse. Ask her about her eco-friendly coffee from the Chesapeake Roasting Company, too.

It’s also good to know – and very convenient, that you can make copies and send faxes from her store. There’s also a Kodak Photo Kiosk to print photos from your phone, SD card, or USB memory drive. They can also scan your prints and make photo copies for you on the spot.

Beverly's carries cute tailgating items for the football fan in your family.

Beverly’s Gifts and Flowers is open seven days a week, Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m.

-6:00 p.m.; Sat and Sun 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Beverly’s Gifts & Flowers 7623 Bayside Road Chesapeake Beach (410) 257-0709 fax (410) 257-0727 beverlysgiftsandflowers.com email: Beverly@BeverlysGiftsandFlowers.com Also, you can find and “Like” Beverly’s Gifts and Flowers on Facebook.

Kodak Kiosk at Beverly's.

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

North Beach Gets Business Development Report Developing an indoor market, building a hotel, and stepped-up marketing are among the suggestions from an economic development consultant hired by the Town of North Beach to help businesses survive and grow.

The Town Council recommended earlier this year that the North Beach Economic Development Committee (EDC) put out a request for proposal for a consultant to help figure out what’s wrong – and what’s right – for businesses here.

Sage Policy Group, Inc. of Baltimore was later awarded a contract for $15,000 to research and report on the factors affecting its ability to grow and develop into an inviting and economically vibrant town.

In the final report, it was noted that North Beach’s challenges include seasonality, missed opportunities on Chesapeake Ave. even though there’s considerable traffic volume, and competition from businesses in Chesapeake Beach. Research in the report shows that the median household income in North Beach is not so high at about $65,000, which is 29% lower than the Calvert County median and 31% below the statewide median. The consultants also said never have they encountered a community in which there is so much ill-feeling between business and government. Much of this harsh sentiment, it said, was associated with the events the Town manages. The fix is to jointly plan events in cooperation with local businesses.

The consultants suggested that the town form a new committee to jointly plan events with local businesses. This new committee would be comprised of three

Town representatives and two local business representatives that would also jointly coordinate events with Chesapeake Beach. The consultants rejected the idea of creating a new North Beach Chamber of Commerce and instead suggested partnering with the existing Bay Business Group.

Noting the ongoing success of the North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market, the consultants recommend developing an indoor market that would allow at least some of the summertime market activities to continue during the off season.

It also encouraged the Town to continue its support for building a hotel that would offer meeting space, at least one elegant ballroom for hosting wedding receptions, and fine dining facing the Chesapeake Bay. The report noted that today, there is no waterfront restaurant in North Beach.

The fourth recommendation is to undertake a neighborhood beautification and enlightenment campaign that would support efforts to attract a library branch in North Beach.

Fifth, the report recommends stepping up marketing and social media outreach after finding that most people said they had stumbled on North Beach by accident.

The last recommendation the consultant makes is to pursue place-based and creativity and talent cultivation economic development strategies. This would include development of a “downtown” area, and attracting arts and culture.

The full 34-page report is available for download on the Town of North Beach web site at northbeachmd.org.

Guys: New Place for Haircuts Sport Clips Haircuts, the nation’s largest franchise dedicated to men’s and boys’ hair care, will open Friday, Sept. 19 in the Dunkirk Market Place shopping center at 10306 Southern Maryland Blvd in Dunkirk. This new locally-owned business is the 5th in Southern Maryland.

“With the support of Sport Clips and a few local folks inside Calvert County, we identified this next location and believe it will be a perfect fit,” said Jeff Burroughs, owner of the new Sport Clips. “Sport Clips has been such a popular hair care option for men and boys in the SOMD area, and we’re excited to grow our presence.”

“We’re proud to be a part of Dunkirk's retail community and make it even more convenient for guys to take

care of their haircut needs,” said Robyn Hanson.

The new Sport Clips offers: • A fresh take on barbershop amenities and services like the “MVP Experience” that includes a precision haircut, massaging shampoo, hot steamed towel treatment, and neck and shoulder massage • Stylists who specialize in hair care for men and boys and stay up-to-date on industry trends • Large, flat-screen televisions playing sports programming at each haircut station and in the lobby, along with reading materials • Affordable luxuries like special lighting and massaging chairs in the shampoo area • Haircut services are available without an appointment – walk-ins are welcome The Dunkirk Sport Clips will be open Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sat. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sun. 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit haircutmendunkirkmd.com.

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In the Managed Deer Hunt Proposed The Board of Calvert County Commissioners (BOCC) has reached a tentative agreement with state officials to allow deer hunting on a large tract of county-owned land.

In April 2013, the Board of County Commissioners approved the Deer Management Work Group Report that identified several recommendations for controlling the local deer population. One of the recommendations was to implement hunting opportunities on public lands, including Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm Park, which is across from the County Dog Park on Grays Road, south of Prince Frederick.

Commissioner Gerald “Jerry” Clark agreed this was necessary because “There are more deer this year than we’ve ever seen.”

Commissioner Susan Shaw said most areas in Maryland have about six deer per acre. But in Calvert County, it’s estimated there are more than 30 per acre.

Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt commented “As we’ve heard there are some coyotes around but not enough to take

down the deer population.”

Talks about a managed hunt started in late 2013, when county Natural Resources staff met with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage staff to work out the details.

The plan must be signed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources prior to any hunting permits being issued.

The County Natural Resources Division will submit a list of days when hunting will not occur, which includes Saturdays

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through November. The proposed agreement would be effective through Nov. 2019.

Here’s how it will work: a mutually agreed upon number of properly licensed hunters to will be allowed to hunt upon the property each day for six days per week, during the deer and spring turkey hunting seasons.

About 175 acres of this 206-acre parcel will be open to hunting for white-tailed deer and wild turkey in all seasons in accordance with the State of Maryland's seasons and bag limits. Additionally, hunting on this tract will require a free seasonal permit and daily reservation through the Myrtle Grove WMA office. The property will accommodate six hunters per day.

Biscoe Gray will not be managed as a hunt club, but as a public hunting area.

Reservations and Permits must be acquired prior to hunting on the property via the Maryland DNR hunter reservation system, by calling (301) 743-5161.

Hunters may reserve one day with each phone call for themselves and up to two other permitted hunters. A reservation is for the entire day, regardless of how long they hunt. The total number per day is limited, not the total number at any one time.

Anyone hunting counts as a reservation regardless of age, even youth hunters.

Consistent with other areas in the system, a non-hunting observer would not need a reservation. This could be a child accompanying a hunter to observe or a non-hunting adult accompanying to assist a handicapped hunter or to film a hunter.

Sunday hunting will not per permitted at Biscoe Gray since state laws permits Sunday hunting in Calvert County on

private property only.

For deer, the hunting hours would be one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset.

The County will provide the State with the dates where public programs or special events are planned. Saturday hunting will be prohibited from Sept. – Nov. (Mon. –Fri. hunting only). In Dec. and Jan., Saturdays would be open to hunting. The days open for hunting will comply with all other hunting rules.

The results of the effort will be tracked through a location code established specifically for this property to track harvest through the public lands check in system.

Motorized vehicles would not be permitted beyond the parking area to retrieve game after it has been harvested, although non-motorized carts required for carrying out deer or stands would be permitted. Accommodations would be made for disabled hunters to use motorized or all-terrain wheelchairs, although ADA compliant trails are not available beyond the parking area.

No permanent stands or blinds allowed, and must be removed from the property at the end of each hunting day. The state required minimum amount of fluorescent orange must be worn by all persons who hunt or accompany, aid, or assist a hunter. Ground blinds must display the required amount of orange on the outside.

Baiting or feeders is prohibited. Food plots are not planned at this point -this would be part of the County land management plan.

Wild turkey will be the only other permitted species, within appropriate seasons.

In the Meet the American Goldfinch

By Lisa Bierer-Garrett The American Goldfinch is a beautiful bright yellow bird. Or is it?

Did you know every fall the birds shed their yellow plumage and put on a drab brownish winter coat? People always say ‘have the goldfinches migrated?’ Then in the spring, I often hear from folks that the yellow “wild Canaries” are back. The truth is that they never left our backyards and were just looking drabber so they could blend in better during the grey of winter.

In the spring their courtships begin.

John Burroughs (1904) describes an attractive little ceremony that takes place in spring: "When the change [in plumage] is complete, and the males have got their bright uniforms of yellow and black, the courting begins. All the goldfinches of a neighborhood collect together and hold a sort of musical festival. To the number of many dozens they may be seen in some large tree, all singing and calling in the most joyous and vivacious manner. The males sing, and the females chirp and call. Whether there is actual competition on a trial of musical abilities of the males before the females or not, I do not know.”

Contributed by Winsor Marrett Tyler [Published in 1968: Smithsonian Institution United States National Museum Bulletin 237 (Part 1): 447466] Many birdwatchers have a cute nickname for the Goldfinch: the “party bird.”

As they flit in their up and down dipping flight they make a “chip” call.

It sounds like they are saying po-ta-to chip. Get it chip and dip, chip and dip, thus - a party bird!

The American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) is a member of the finch family.

It was originally in a Genus called Carduelis which is derived from carduus, the Latin word for thistle; the species name tristis is Latin for ‘sorrowful’. We have many types of finches that may visit our yards and feeders. House finches, Purple finches, and Pine Siskins are a few of their relatives. Called granivores, they all have small conical beaks that allow them to gently pluck the seeds of many fall flowers such as sunflowers, tickseed sunflower, purple coneflower and thistles. Finches have adapted to the consumption of seed heads with agile feet to grip the stems of seed heads while feeding. Goldfinches are strictly vegetarian.

There’s a special seed you can buy in stores that will especially attract them to your feeders. The seed is called Nyger

or Niger seed (Guizotia abyssinica) and is expensive as it is an oil seed crop imported from India. The all-black tiny seeds are not from the noxious weed thistle Cirsium vulgare (Spear Thistle) but do look similar and that is where the name confusion occurs. Use real Niger seed or small chips of sunflower seeds and your goldfinches will be happy.

As a former owner of a Wild Bird Center franchise, I sold feeders specifically designed for goldfinches. These special Thistle or Niger feeders have posts above the feeder holes on the tubes so that only agile goldfinches can eat the seeds while hanging upside down!

He describes their skills at nest building: “Nests are so durable they will last several years, and so tightly woven they will hold water temporarily. The lining is of soft and warm materials, thinning towards the rim, frequently composed of thistle and/or cattail down. Spider silk and caterpillar webs are used to bind the rim of the nest with bark or stronger material such as grape or hawthorn.”

Food for these seedeaters is quite abundant in Maryland in the autumn with Black-Eyed Susan and many other sunflowers blooming and going to seed.

It is a time of plenty for the birds and they, and their one brood, or young offspring, do quite well. The earliest known nesting was in July 6 and the latest nest with young has been seen was on Sept. 25! They are very hardy birds.

The oldest known goldfinch lived to be 10 years and 5 months.

They do not need to migrate and will stick around throughout the cold winter months.

They form much bigger flocks and fly from yard to yard looking for the families that put out Niger or Thistle feeders for them. They will also eat sunflower seeds from a feeder or on the ground. Ground feeding should be avoided as it would be easy for hungry outdoor cats and other predators to catch them. It is also not hygienic for the birds. Finches can get eye irritations from dirty feeders and it spreads to other birds in their close-knit flocks.

Keeping feeders clean by washing them out thoroughly once a month or so also

helps birds stay healthy.

Look for these bright yellow parents and their drab offspring flitting about and singing joyfully in the shrubs and trees. Follow their up and down dipping flight patterns and watch as they lose their bright party colors and exchange them for their dull winter coats.

Keep an eye out now for these grey and olive drab birds busily feeding and flying about enjoying the bounty of winter seeds left by all the other birds that have truly flown south for the winter. And rejoice when they put on their golden finery as it will announce that spring is truly on its way.

About the Author: Lisa Bierer-Garrett of North Beach is a local naturalist who works at Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary in Upper Marlboro.

Map from Wikipedia.

On this map we are in the green band, the year-round range of goldfinches. Yellow is the extended breeding range to the north and blue is the extended wintering grounds of goldfinch flocks to the south.

Goldfinches are the latest nesters of any birds in our region. They pair up in the spring but do not nest build until July. They wait to lay their eggs till after they can line their solidly-built mud and grass nests with a lining of soft thistledown. As most thistles don’t go to seed or down till late in summer, the goldfinches have the latest nestlings to fledge in the early fall.

Walter P. Nickell (1951) conducted a study covering 264 nests in Michigan during the period 1933-49.

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Local Ties to Mother in Toddler Murders

By Diane Burr Another Chesapeake Current Exclusive

The case of a woman arrested in Prince George’s County for allegedly smothering her two young children hits close to home after we’ve learned that she had lived locally for years before being charged with these unthinkable crimes.

Sonya Katarina Spoon, a 24-year-old mother of two, first lived on Bayside Forest Court in Prince Frederick. Then, she most recently lived in a home owned by her parents at 4029 15th Street in Chesapeake Beach.

Neighbors say Spoon moved back to her parent’s home on Forest Road in Cheverly about six months ago when renovations began on the home in Chesapeake Beach. It was at her parent’s home that she allegedly smothered her three-year-old daughter and one-year-old son in the early morning hours on Sun. Sept. 7.

Prince George’s County Police said in a news conference that they were called to the parent’s home shortly after 2:00 a.m. that Sunday after Spoon’s mother found the youngsters unresponsive. Police say they “found evidence of foul play readily available” in the home, and the children had been smothered by plastic bags over their heads.

Both were transported by ambulance to Children’s National Medical Center, although Prince George’s Hospital Center’s Trauma Unit was much closer to the home.

At Children’s Hospital, Ayden Jonathan Spoon was pronounced dead at 2:55 a.m. His

Photo posted to Sonya Spoon’s public Twitter account June 3 showing her with both children.

half-sister, Kayla Thompson, was pronounced dead at 6:55 a.m.

Police say that morning, after Sonya Spoon was read her rights, she “provided a very detailed statement implicating her involvement in the deaths of her children.”

However, police have not released details of her possible motive.

Custody Disputes Public records show Ms. Spoon had on-going court battles over her young children.

Here in Calvert County, the last case involved changing her son’s name from James Anthony Dugan to Ayden Jonathan Spoon, which the court granted in Nov. 2013. This was requested in a petition filed by Spoon and Mattthew Allen Riggleman, who listed the same address as Spoon’s on 15th Street in

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Friends of James Dugan III of North Beach have posted a campaign at gofundme.com/eb70lw in hopes of raising money for the baby boy’s funeral-related expenses and burial. A photo posted on that public web site shows the elder James Dugan at the Christmas tree on the boardwalk in North Beach with both children.

The landing page for the campaign says: “James Dugan (JD) needs help with funeral expenses to bury his son James Antony Dugan (Ayden), After his tragic sudden passing and his sister Kayla Renee Thompson, the family want to have a proper resting place for family and friends to visit....

Rev. William Ticknor has agreed that St. James Parish in Lothian can be the location when the babies are released. More information will be released when final arrangements are made.” Rausch Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

The campaign has a cap of $10,000 and as of press time, and as of press time, more than $2,600 has been donated.

Friends of the Dugan family have also approached Rev. Robert Hahn at Chesapeake Church, who has agreed to help, and tells the Chesapeake Current that he will make sure the children are properly laid to rest. “The funeral costs will get covered. This community in Calvert County is very generous. The long-term expense in terms of need is not known, but we are offering counseling to James Dugan and his family,” Rev. Hahn says.

In 2011, in Prince George’s County Circuit Court, Spoon was involved in a custody battle with Lester William Thompson of Prince George, VA over daughter Kayla Thompson. That case was closed statistically.

A funeral for Kayla Thompson was held by her father’s family in West Virginia on Monday.

Who Is Sonya Spoon?

We asked Sheriff Mike Evans what he could tell us about Sonya Spoon, and Capt.

Bobby Jones with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. did some research.

“We have records of three calls for service involving Ms. Spoon in Chesapeake Beach in Jan., May, and Sept. 2013,” Capt. Jones told us. “One was from a male complaintant who said she had thrown his stuff out of the house.

And there was a dispute between her and her boyfriend. Another involved James Dugan but part of that case was expunged so we literally take everything out of the file when that happens – we are required by law – so I can’t tell you anything about that instance.”

Capt. Jones says Ms. Spoon also reported to Sheriff’s Deputies one time that her car was stolen.

In Jan. 2010, when she lived at Bayside Forest Court in Prince Frederick, she was a suspect in a burglary. Ms. Spoon and a man who lived at the same address with her, Nile Kreff, were suspected of stealing a football jersey.

“It was a Johnny Unitas collectable jersey valued at $285. The owner said both of them had access and either or both could have taken it. I’m not sure if it (the jersey) was recovered,” Capt. Jones says. “He (Nile Kreff) was arrested on charges of 4th degree burglary and theft but she was not charged.”

Photo of James Dugan with both children at the Christmas tree in North Beach, posted to the public GoFundMe.com campaign page started by family friends to get donations for funeral expenses.

Those in the Chesapeake Beach neighborhood where Sonya Spoon lived recall those times when sheriff’s deputies came to her home.

Public records show the Chesapeake Beach property – and the house where the children died in Cheverly – are owned by Gary and Paivi Spoon, her adoptive parents.

One person in the neighborhood, who wishes to remain anonymous, says he saw Ms. Spoon a lot during the year and a half she was there, but never spoke to her and that her parents seemed to be very nice.

One neighbor told us that the Beach house where she lived had been vacant for the last six months, being gutted and remodeled.

Neighbors had heard that Sonya and the toddlers were staying with her parents, and planned to move back to Chesapeake Beach when the renovations were completed.

Her parents have a web site at spooncpa.com. Father Gary Spoon is listed as a Certified Public Accountant, and mother Paivi as a financial advisor. Their web site states, “For more than 25 years, we have served individuals, small businesses, and associations with personalized service” in tax and business matters.

As for the daughter, one neighbor told us, “Sonya seemed to be a real piece of work… not a very nice person, from what I gathered and observed. She seemed to treat everyone nastily… particularly her parents… and she had quite a foul mouth. She ran with a rough crowd. There were other kids living in that house and it was a bad situation around here for a while... I don’t know what else to say…”

Social media gives a glimpse into this dark side.

Sonya’s public Twitter account profile says, “I was born in Russia, adopted when I was three. I have a daughter and a son who are my world. I’m a Juggalette. Mmfwcl.”

A Google search revealed that acronym “MMFWCL” is a slang abbreviation for “Much Mother-F@#*ing Wicked Clown Love.”

Here’s how Wikipedia.com defines the term “Juggalette:” “Juggalo (feminine Juggalette, or Juggala in Spanish speaking countries) is a name given to fans of the group Insane Clown Posse (ICP) or any other Psychopathic Records hip-hop group.”

It adds that they are known for, “Wearing face paint, generally those either like a clown or perhaps similar to corpse paint.”

Wikipedia notes that there are violent and non-violent sub-sects.

It adds, “Although the Juggalo subculture stems from the horrorcore sub-genre of the general hip-hop music fandom, criminal and gang-related activity

has been attributed to self-described 'Juggalos' in recent years, including assaults, drug trafficking, vandalism, burglaries, thefts, robberies, shootings and numerous murders.”

Another site, urbandictionary.com, claims, “The meaning of Juggalette is a female who can hear and speak to ghosts. It is associated with The Magician in Tarot, who is sometimes called the Juggler. It's also known as being clairvoyant.”

That site goes on to claim that they “find the imagery of hatchet murders, rape, cannibalism, misogyny and necrophilia to be acceptable and enjoyable but, racism is a no-no” and they “think that insanity is even remotely cool, while displaying an absolute lack of actual knowledge on the horror of mental illness that shows just how immature and ignorant they are.”

Further, urbandictionary.com claims, “There's at least one known murderer among them and many still praise him for attacking gays with a hatchet and killing a cop and his own girlfriend before being gunned down.”

Court records following her arrest by Prince George’s County Police describe Sonya Spoon as a petite blonde, five feet tall and weighing 120 pounds. In the mug shot taken after her arrest, she has an unexpected and unusual expression on her face.

On Sept. 1, a week before the murders, NBC4 in Washington DC reports that mother Paivi Spoon, called Cheverly Police and requested a psychiatric evaluation for Sonya after she reportedly threatened to kill herself and daughter, Kayla.

Cheverly Police Sgt. Jarrod Towers said in an interview with the TV station, "They ended up taking the daughter into custody and transporting her to Prince George’s Hospital Center for an emergency petition service.” He adds that at that time, nothing unusual was found in the home, and there was

Sonya Spoon’s mug shot, after she was taken into custody for allegedly smothering both of her children.

Photo from the Prince George’s County Police Dept.

no evidence of neglect or abuse to either of the children, so police did everything they could legally do. Following that mental evaluation, Spoon was released and allowed back home with her two children.

Now, Sonya Spoon is being held without bond on charges of first-degree murder, murder in the second degree, and first-degree and second-degree assault.

Authorities say Spoon is now being held at the Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center, a psychiatric facility in Jessup, after several mental evaluations after her arrest. She is also being kept under suicide watch.

She is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing on Oct. 3 at the Prince George’s County Courthouse in Upper Marlboro.

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

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Update On Proposed Renaissance Festival Move In the Sept. 4 issue of the Chesapeake Current, we announced that a series of new hearings have been scheduled before the Anne Arundel County Board of Appeals. This follows the original plans to grant exceptions for the Maryland Renaissance Festival to move from Crownsville to Lothian/Bristol at the southern edge of Anne Arundel County, near the Calvert County line. Additional hearings where testimony and opinions on this matter will be heard are scheduled for October: - Wed. Oct. 1 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.; - Tues. Oct. 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.; - Wed. Oct. 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.; and - Thurs. Oct. 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

All these upcoming hearings are open to the public and will take place at the Council Chambers in the Arundel Center at 44 Calvert Street in Annapolis. Parking garages are available within a block of the building.

As you drive on parts of the original old Rt. 408 (MD 4) north from Calvert County line up the ramp to the MD 258 intersection and then cross over and continue on to Waysons Corner, you get a sense of the original topography of the narrow two-lane roads. By 1933 the highway between Waysons Corner and the Calvert County line was designated as MD 416. It followed the entire length of what is now MD 794 from Waysons Corner to Bristol, and continued south along what are now the northbound lanes of MD 4, then veered southwest and joined the course of MD 980B south of Lower Pindell Road. The road crossed over Lyons Creek and under the Chesapeake Beach Railway at Fishers Station. MD 4 and MD 416 were expanded to a divided highway from the Patuxent River to south of Lyons Creek between 1959 and 1962. The northern parts of MD 980B and MD 980A and MD 980C were built as the main highway's service roads by 1972. MD 980A began as a ramp from southbound MD 4.

That highway was reconstructed in 1993 when MD 4 was reconstructed in Anne Arundel County and the MD 4–MD 408 interchange was built.

Area residents noticed that before the Sept.

10, 2014 hearing the green street name signs disappeared for both Upper Pindell and Lower Pindell Roads. Old photos and Google among others show the old signs. Coincidence…?

The proposed exiting traffic from the Renaissance Festival will have traffic going south toward Calvert County, sliding left to make a u-turn at Lower Pindell Road to go north on Rt. 4. The second group of traffic will be directed south into Calvert County, under the overpass to Owings and the beaches to make a u-turn to go north on Rt. 4.

What will happen to those drivers trying to cross over from northbound Rt. 4 at Lower Pindell Road/Fishers Station Road to access Lower Pindell Road? This as many know is a bad intersection. What are weekend delivery trucks to do if they try to travel south on 4 and make a right turn onto Upper Pindell road? And there are delivery trucks besides the grain trucks.

Is the Maryland State Department of Transportation condoning the proposed entrance and exit strategies? One wonders how one group can have so much influence when area residents and commuters have repeatedly requested simple improvements for many years.

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, During the first two appeal hearings held earlier this month (Thurs. Sep. 4 and Wed. Sep. 10), people sat listening to the ‘expert witnesses’ testify on behalf of the Renaissance Festival’s proposed move to 937 Upper Pindell Road, Lothian (Bristol), and hearing half-truths.

The state road witness stated that “traffic would make a right hand turn onto Upper Pindell Road from Route 4”. Then he quickly changed his statement to “traffic would make a right hand turn onto the access road” that leads from Rt. 4 to Upper Pindell Road, to be followed by an immediate left turn and finally a right turn into the property. This pattern in theory would avoid use of Upper Pindell Road.

Traffic outbound on Upper Pindell Road would have to make a left turn onto the service road and travel either to the next stop sign to make a right onto Rt. 4 south, or cross over at Talbott road to go left onto Rt. 4 north or continue to the Bristol interchange.

History of Southern Maryland Boulevard: After crossing the Patuxent River at Hills Bridge, where a bridge has existed since 1855, entering Anne Arundel County at Waysons Corner, and immediately intersecting the western terminus of MD 408, the route becomes known as Southern Maryland Boulevard. Rt. 408 was originally part of MD 4 before the construction of the current Rt. 4 alignment from Waysons Corner to Bristol in 1964-1966. Turning southeast, the road intersects the western terminus of MD 258 in Bristol. Beyond the MD 258 intersection, MD 4 turns south and downgrades into a four-lane at-grade divided highway. The road interchanges with the northwestern terminus of MD 260 at the Calvert County line at Lyons Creek, and Bonnie Sudnick continues south.

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Youth Invited to Soccer Challenge Dear Chesapeake Current readers, All boys and girls ages 9-14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2014 Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge. The local competition will be held Oct. 5 at 3:00 PM at St. John Vianney soccer field in Prince Frederick. In the event of inclement weather a rain date is set for Oct. 11 at 3:00 pm at St. John Vianney.

The Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions.

International champions are announced by the K of C international headquarters based in New Haven, CT on scores from the state-level competitions.

All boys and girls 9 to 14-years-old are eligible to participate and will compete in their respective age divisions. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the

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event. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For entry forms or additional information contact: Mr. Chuck Crisman, phone (410) 535-0453 or email OLSOWYD@gmail.com.

The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic family fraternal organization with 1.8 million members in over 14,500 local councils.

Last year, Knights donated 70 million volunteer hours and $162 million to charitable and benevolent causes, sponsoring projects to benefit their church, communities, councils, Culture of Life, families and youth.

Respectfully, Charles “Chuck” Crisman Youth Director Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Council 11259 Knights of Columbus

Mark Your Calendars For Rabies Clinics Following up on our cover story from our last issue of the Chesapeake Current, the following was received rom Dr. Polsky at the Calvert Health Department regarding dates for free rabies clinics for county residents: Diane, Very nice article in the Current.

We just received confirmation of the dates for the fall rabies clinics. There are as follows: - Sat. Oct. 4 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon at Northern High School - Sat. Oct. 18 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon at Huntingtown High School - Sat. Oct. 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon at Patuxent High School Vaccines are free for all Calvert residents' dogs and cats.

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Coyotes DO Live Here Dear Chesapeake Current, I enjoyed Lisa Garrett’s article about coyotes in Southern Maryland in the Sept. 4 edition of the Chesapeake Current.

I live in The Willows and my property backs up to a forest conservation area. I’ve seen two coyotes come into my back yard two different times in the past three years.

My house is on a hill and I’ve seen them in

the ravine down at the bottom. I know they’re coyotes because they’re a lot bigger than foxes and I know what coyotes look like. I also hear them at night up there yipping and yelling in the woods.

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Want to Adopt Famous Black Kitty?

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Stephanie, the petite kitty that caused Richard Henry Lee Elementary School in Anne Arundel County to close last week is on the move again.

The cat was first discovered in a classroom last Friday morning, but disappeared before Anne Arundel County Animal Control Officers could catch her. Fearing a feral cat was still in the building, humane traps and motion detectors were set up over the holiday weekend, but Stephanie remained elusive. Two teachers discovered the frightened kitty in a closet before the school opened Tuesday morning. Animal Control Officers quickly caught her and transported the scared and hungry feline to Animal Control headquarters for monitoring and evaluation.

Animal Control Administrator Robin Catlett wanted to give Stephanie several days to recover from her weekend ordeal before accessing her temperament.

Although Stephanie is still very scared, she will move to Rude Ranch Animal Rescue’s sanctuary on Friday. She will finish her quarantine – stray/hold time at the facility.

During that time she will also receive medical care, vaccinations and will be spayed at the sanctuary’s spay/neuter clinic, The Spay Spa & Neuter Nook.

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“Stephanie,” the kitty who shut down an elementary, is now safe and awaiting a forever home.

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Burnett Clark, 76 Surviving are her husband Leonard R. Baer, daughter Darcy B. Woessner and her Nancy Louise husband Andrew M. of Great Falls, VA, On Sun., Aug. Baer, age 73, of grandchildren Kollin R. Baer of Chesa31, 2014, Burnett Prince Frederick, peake Beach, and Jessica M. and Emma L. Clark was unexpectpassed away Sept. 4, Woessner of Great Falls, VA, and brother edly called home to 2014 at her Jack P. Westover and his wife Becky of be with the Lord. residence. She was Minocqua, WI. Burnett was a native born Aug. 12, 1941 of Pulaski, VA and Nancy was preceded in death by her in Springfield, IL to son, Kevin R. Baer on Oct. 17, 2013. was born to the late Robert G. and Alma Annie Garner Clark A memorial fund in Nancy’s name is H. (Carson) Westo- being set up at Calvert Hospice. and Isaiah Clark on ver. She was raised in Springfield and Rausch Funeral Home in Owings Sat., Nov. 13, 1937. Burnett was one of attended the University of Illinois before handled arrangements. seven children, two girls and five boys. He transferring to the University of Denver, is survived by his older brother, Joe Clark, where she met and married Leonard R. who currently resides in Winfield, KS. Baer of Hammond, IL on Nov. 8, 1963.

During his youth, Burnett attended public Charles Benton, 82 The couple moved to the Washington, schools in Pulaski and later enlisted in D.C. area and settled in Prince Georges Charles Lee consecutive tours in both the U.S. Army County before moving to Calvert County Benton, age 82, of and the Air Force upon graduation from in 1969.

Hughesville, passed high school. After proudly serving in the As a young woman, Nancy was away on Sept. 15, military, Burnett’s journey eventually led employed by the Illinois Bell Telephone 2014 at Burnett- him to Washington, DC where he began a Company and, in Denver, the Mountain Calvert Hospice successful 36-year career with the WashStates Telephone Company. Moving to House in Prince ington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorMaryland, Nancy raised a family before ity (METRO). Burnett held many Frederick. returning to the workforce, this time He was born on positions during his career, to include employed by the Prince George’s CommuJune 10, 1932 in Station Manager, Train Operator, and nity College, where she officially completed Baltimore to the late Claude Vernon and most notably Bus Operator, and was her Associate’s Degree in Education. affectionately known to many of his Marie Cockrell Benton.

Nancy became an administrative Mr. Benton served Active duty National co-workers and friends on the job as assistant at Martin Marietta (now Guard from 1947 to1950, when he then “Booby.”

Lockheed Martin), before becoming an joined the Air Force and served till 1954. He In addition to being a hard working executive assistant at Phoebus Communi- received the Korean Service Medal, United METRO employee, Burnett was a devoted cations, a small Beltway consulting firm.

Nations Medal, National Defense Service husband to the love of his life Shirley A. When her children were younger, Medal and a Good Conduct Medal.

Clark, and a devoted and loving father to Nancy spent 11 years as a co-leader of the Mr. Benton was the founder of Precision his children B.C. (Helen), Sandy, Barry, Calvert Caballeros 4-H Horse and Pony Design, Inc. in 1969. He had a second home Tyran (Keia), Chris (Chanele), and Club. in Rock Point, MD where he enjoyed spend- Jermaine (Mercedes). Burnett also leaves What defined Nancy was her thirst for ing time with family, boating, fishing, and to cherish his memories a host of grandknowledge and passion for engaging in life. gardening. children, nieces and nephews, great grandNancy was an outdoor enthusiast and an He is survived by his wife of 58 years, children, extended family, and friends. avid horse lover. She enjoyed gardening, Shirley A. Benton of Hughesville; son, Gary Sewell Funeral Home in Prince kayaking, skiing, bicycling, horseback Benton of Port Republic; and daughters, Teri Frederick handled arrangements. riding, reading, cooking and being at the McLhinney of Hughesville and Laura Benton beach. Nancy was a member of the Chesa- of Alexandria, VA. He is also survived by two peake Woodturners Club. Being well-read, grandchildren, Jennifer Parker and Justin William Crook, 54 she enjoyed discussing current events and Denton. world affairs. However, Nancy’s keenest The family will receive friends at Rausch W i l l i a m interest was family and would always Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Austin Crook, Sr., organize family gatherings for holidays, Port Republic, on Thurs. Sept. 18 from 10:30 age 54, of Prince birthdays and vacations. She also immersed a.m. – 12 Noon. Funeral services will follow at Frederick, died in herself in a multi-year genealogy project, noon. Burial will be in Chesapeake Highlands his home Sept. 4, doing in-depth research into the history of Memorial Gardens, Port Republic.

2014. He was one of both sides of the family. Nancy’s favorite Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic seven children born pastime was supporting her grandchildren’s handled arrangements. to Leslie Lloyd and Mary Jean Earle Crook. He had lived in Bowie before moving to Calvert County this year.

William was a union electrician and had worked for Hallmark Electric for most of his career. He enjoyed socializing with friends and boating. He was a member of Legion Post 66, Disney-Bell, in Bowie.

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Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or online at calverthospice.org.

Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Tom Gadow, 60 Thomas S. Gadow, age 60, of Lusby passed away Sept. 9, 2014 at Washington Adventist Hospital. He was born Aug. 29, 1954 at Easton Hospital to Alfred Bertram and Ella (Saathoff)

Gadow.

Tom was primarily raised in Calvert County and graduated from Calvert High School.

He held various jobs in the maintenance field, but primarily worked with his father, Al, when he owned and operated Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk. He also worked at the Melwood Group Home.

Tom married Esther Isenberg on August 30, 2008, and they resided in Lusby. He loved his dogs, and also enjoyed reading.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Esther on Sept.11, 2010. He is survived by a brother Bill Gadow of Canton, OH, and sisters Dianne Gadow of Peoria, AZ and Sue Behnke of Midlothian, VA. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Gordon Garner, 88 Gordon Edsel Garner, age 88, of Georgetown, FL, formally of Solomons, Maryland passed away Sept. 7, 2014 at his home in Florida.

He was born March 22, 1926 in Calvert County to the late Susie Hardesty and Benjamin Creston Garner. Gordon served in the Army and was a pipe fitter for the U.S. Government.

He is survived by his daughter, Terri Garner and son, Mark Garner both of Georgetown, FL. He was the grandfather of Mark and Stephanie Garner, had two great grandchildren, Carter and Zoey, and two brothers Tilden and Vernon Garner both of Solomons.

He was predeceased by his siblings, Elaine Duff, Betty Lou Sealey, Orville Garner, Doris O’Neal, and Susanne Swann.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Jim George, 82 James “Jim” George, age 82, of St. Leonard passed away Aug. 31, 2014 at home. He was born June 6, 1932, in Portage, PA. He was the son of the late Ralph and Maude George.

Jim grew up in Portage, PA. He was a paratrooper in the Korean War and a

lifetime member of the Rakkasan 187th army infantry division.

After the war, he attended St. Francis University and became a teacher. He taught history and english at Friendly High School when it first opened. Later he worked for the Goodyear Tire Company, The U.S. Postal Service and the Prince George’s County Sherriff’s Department.

He met and married Genevieve “Jenny" Kawtoski on June 8, 1956 in Lily, PA. Together, they celebrated 56 wonderful years of marriage. In the early years of their marriage, he lived in Pennsylvania and later moved to Clinton, MD in 1965.

In 2003, he and his wife, Jenny moved to St. Leonard to be closer to their children and grandchildren.

He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Clinton, and later St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Prince Frederick. He also belonged to the American Legion and Moose Lodge in Clinton.

He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who dedicated his life to his family. His favorite pastime was playing with his grandchildren. He loved the Washington Redskins. He also enjoyed many reunions with fellow Korean War veterans.

He is survived by one sister, Nancy Chuba of Arizona; children, Michael, St. Leonard; Kevin (Pam), Huntington; Melissa Shrawder, Dunkirk; Jennifer (Tim) Nash of St. Leonard; and Amy (Scott) Wojcik, New Freedom, PA. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve and son, Timothy; brothers, Ray George, John George, Donny George and Douglas George; and sisters, Jean Crumley, Patricia Thelander, Dorothy George, and Louise Cronour.

Pallbearers were Michael George, Kevin George, Timothy Nash, Scott Wojcik, Thomas George, Brad George, Matthew Shrawder, and Brian Shrawder.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Bedford Glasscock, 84 Bedford Cook Glascock of Solomons, age 84, passed away quietly at his home on the morning of Sept. 8, 2014. During his final days he was surrounded by

family and loved ones.

Bedford was born in Washington, DC on Feb. 3, 1930 to William Bedford and Sarah “Catherine” Webster Glascock. They initially resided at Indian Head, MD, then in his early teens moved to the family’s Strathmore Farm in Solomons.

He attended Charlotte Hall Military Academy and at the age of 16 enrolled in the University of Maryland, where he joined the Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture.

During college, he spent two summers working construction on the Alaskan Railroad. Upon graduation he enlisted in

the United States Army and served for two years, receiving an honorable discharge with the rank of Sergeant.

In 1955, Bedford married his sister’s college roommate, Judith M. Coleman of Silver Spring, MD. The couple resided at Solomons, raising two children. Judy passed away in 1990. After three years, he married Annabelle H. Layfield of Princess Anne, MD, who was his wife for 16 years until her passing. In 2012, he married lifelong friend Barbara Bright Barrett, who brought much joy and happiness to his final years.

After leaving the Army, Bedford initially pursued his lifelong love of agriculture by operating the family farm until sudden health issues forced a change of career.

Earning his Coast Guard License, he worked as a charter boat captain and began selling insurance on nights and weekends.

This soon developed into a full time occupation. He founded Glascock Insurance Agency in Prince Frederick, which he managed until his retirement in the late 1980’s. Active until the end of his life in the local business community, he developed a number of commercial real estate projects and was an initial investor in Calvert Bank and Trust Co., serving for many years on their (as well as their successor bank, Mercantile of Southern Maryland’s) Board of Directors.

Over his lifetime, Bedford was active in a number of community organizations. He belonged to the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department, the Calvert County Lion’s Club and the Calvert County Sportsman’s Club. He was an active member of the Solomons Island Yacht Club from 1948 until his death, serving as Commodore in 1963. He was a member of the Calvert County Ducks Unlimited Chapter and chaired their annual fundraising dinner for a number of years. A lifelong member of Middleham and Saint Peter’s Parish, he was the Cemetery Sexton for Middleham Cemetery for over 20 years.

He was an accomplished cook, an avid fisherman and hunter, and loved nothing better than winding a big fish or sitting in a blind. In later years, when he could no longer tolerate the cold, he reveled in preparing meals for a dozen of his buddies at his hunting lodge.

He never lost his love for “keeping his hands in the dirt” and planted large gardens every year. His family and friends never lacked for fresh fish or vegetables. He collected farm tractors, bulldozers and fishing boats, then rebuilt them with his own hands.

He cared deeply for his family and friends and set the highest examples of honesty and integrity, his handshake worth far more than copious pages of contract. He will be missed.

Bedford is survived by his wife, Barbara; his sister, Sarah Elizabeth “Sarabeth” Smith, of Vero Beach, FL; son, William Bedford “Bill” Glascock and his

wife, Kathleen of Solomons; daughter, Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Wyrough and her husband, Page of Lothian; stepson Daniel “Skip” 3rd and wife, Linda of Lusby; stepson Michael Lane “Mike” Barrett and partner, Laurel of Stewart, FL; grandchildren Bedford “Cook” Glascock II, Richard R. Coleman “Cole” Wyrough, Sarah C. Webster “Katy” Wyrough, Maura A. Glascock, William Kiplin S. “Kip” Wyrough, two nephews, four step-grandchildren and one step greatgrandchild.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, P. O. Box 189, Solomons MD 20688 (svrsfd.org) or Middleham - St. Peters Episcopal Church, 10210 H. G. Trueman Road, P.O.Box 277, Lusby MD 20657.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Abby King, 100 Alvin Thornton “Abby” King of Huntingtown, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, passed away Sept.

12, 2014 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. He was born on Sept.

3, 1914 to Richard Columbus King and Fannie Mae (Dove) King. At the time of his birth, the family was living in Calvert County, near Chesapeake Beach on a farm known as "Richneck" and today is known as the subdivision of Richfield Station.

Abby was one of 14 children; he was child number 12.

Abby completed grades one through three in school and quit school when he was 8-years-old to help support the family after the death of his father.

Abby met the love of his life, Louise (Beverly) King, at the carousel in Chesa-

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peake Beach. They were married Oct. 10, 1942.

Abby and his family were tenant farmers until May of 1958, when they took that big step and bought that 80-acre farm in Huntingtown, where they raised tobacco and brown eggs. Abby’s egg route ran from Huntingtown to Upper Marlboro.

One thing that was important for Abby when raising his kids was to make sure God and Church were in their lives.

Abby was a trustee at Huntingtown United Methodist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, coon hunting, listening to bluegrass music, golf, and watching his beloved Orioles and the Price is Right.

Abby was a wonderful man with a sweet spirit whose number one goal in recent years was to reach 100 and be surrounded by family and friends at a large birthday celebration. He succeeded in meeting his goal.

He is survived by daughters Shirley King Burch of Gambrills and Nancy Louise Dennis and husband Martin of Huntingtown and a daughter-in-law Nancy Lee King of Huntingtown. Also surviving are grandchildren Carole Molina and husband Edwin of Linthicum Heights, Christina Burch and husband Mark Zimmerman of Chapel Hill, NC, Susan Dennis of College Park, Kenneth Michael King and wife Christy of Chesapeake Beach, and Diana Burch of Elkridge, and great-grandchildren Ryan, John, Ella, Dylan and Caleb.

Abby was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Emma Louise King, fourteen brothers and sisters, a son Kenneth Alvin King, and greatgrandchildren Edwin Molina, Jr., and Faith Dennis.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Huntingtown U.M. Church, P.O. Box 550, Huntingtown MD 20639.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Katherine Curran “KC” Martin passed away from breast cancer on Saturday, Sept. 6 2014 in Burnsville, MN with her mother by her side. KC was born July 17, 1978 and raised in Calvert County where she attended Our Lady Star of the Sea school and later, Calvert High School. She spent three of her teenage years in Florida, where she graduated from Venice High School in 1996. One year after graduation, she returned to Calvert County, where she lived until moving to Minnesota five years ago.

KC is survived by her husband, Mike Martin and his three children Sami, Chris, and Caity. Also surviving are her parents Douglas and Eileen (Curran) Weems, her sisters, Megan Weems, Nicole (Rossow) Spies, Michelle and her husband John Chambers, and KC’s “brother” Mickey Shifflett.

KC is also survived by her nephew, Nicholas Chambers, and her nieces Julia Chambers, Raya and Saylor Spies. She is survived by her grandmothers, Betty Lou Curran and Adele Rossow, her grandfather, Robert “Bobby” Weems, and her many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Her grandmother, Betty Weems, grandfathers, John Curran and Paul Rossow, and her brother-in-law Kevin Spies predeceased her.

KC loved to shoot pool and had won many competitions. She also loved reading, movies, music, being Irish, the Redskins, and playing jokes on her friends and family. She had a compassionate, loving, and friendly nature that endeared her to all who met her.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., on Sat., Sept. 27 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Historic Church in Solomons.

The family requests that donations be made in her honor to Our Lady Star of the Sea School, PO Box 560, Solomons, MD 20688. Her burial will be a private service at a later date.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Joseph “Barry” Maupin of North Beach, age 73, passed away at home surrounded by family on Sat., Sept. 13, 2014.

He was born on Aug. 16, 1941 in Washington, DC. He was an Army Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. Barry, along with his partner, Charles “Pat” Dean, owned and operated the former Mouse Trap Bar and Liquor Store in Mechanicsville. He loved antique cars, Turner classic movies, cheering for the Washington Redskins and playing the slots at Trader’s and Abner’s.

Barry is survived by his partner of 50 years, Pat Dean, his puppy Pearl, step-brother Charles “Chuck” Allen Mays, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane (Rt 4 & Fowler Road), Owings, MD 20736 on Thurs., Sept. 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Fri., Sept. 19, at 10:00 a.m. at Lee Funeral Home in Owings. Interment with military honors will follow at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Calvert County Attn: Kelly; 2210 Dalrymple Road, Sunderland, MD 20689.

Lee Funeral Home, Calvert in Owings handled arrangements.

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John Ortenzo, 69 John Julius Ortenzo, age 69, of Chesapeake Beach passed away Sept. 14, 2014 at his residence.

John was born Jan. 2, 1945 in Washington, D.C. to John William and Helen Marie (Hicks) Ortenzo. He was raised in southeast D.C. and attended

Joseph Parker, 86 Joseph Patrick Parker of Dunkirk, age 86, passed away on Tues., Sept. 2, 2014.

He was born in Astoria, NY on St. Patrick’s Day, 1928 to the late Leroy and Rose Mary (Bellew) Parker.

He was the beloved husband to Doris Parker; loving father to James Parker and his wife Karen, Eileen Fox and her husband James, Maureen Looney and her husband James, J. Thomas Parker, Kevin Parker

and his wife Liz, Christopher Parker and his wife Lindsey and the late Michael and William Parker. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Parker, daughter-in-law Margaret Parker, 24 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The Brendan Looney Foundation, PO Box 37, Spencerville, MD 20868.

Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings handled arrangements.

Mike Riordan, 63 Michael Gerard Riordan, known as “Mike,” age 63, of Deale, went home to join his parents, Martin John and Catherine “Kay” Riordan, in heaven on Tues., Sept. 16, 2014.

Born on Dec. 27, 1950 in New York, NY, Mike was the second of six children. His parents moved to Washington, D.C. when he was two years old and he was raised in District Heights, MD. A member of Mt. Calvary Catholic Church where he was an altar boy, Mike attended Mt. Calvary Elementary School, Bishop McNamara High School and was a graduate of Suitland High School. He also attended Prince Georges Community College.

Mike served in the U.S. Navy and recently retired from a career in the construction industry.

He was active in the Deale Elks Lodge, a charitable, fraternal organization, where he served as a Trustee and was also a member of the Upper Marlboro Moose Lodge.

Mike was a quiet, humble man who enjoyed and valued his many friends. He enjoyed fishing, golf and was an avid Redskin fan. He will be missed deeply by his family and friends.

Mike leaves behind his partner, Nancy Cooke; sisters, Eileen Riordan (Sister Martin Joseph, O.S.F.) of Ocean Grove, NJ and Kathleen (Tim) White of Ocean City; brothers, Patrick (Genie) of Bishopville, MD; Matthew and Martin Joseph Riordan of Deale; his nephews, PJ (Erin), Kevin, and nieces, Katie (Matt) Music , Meghan, and Molly.

Friends are invited to Mike’s Life Celebration on Thurs. Sept. 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Fri., Sept. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Annapolis.

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public school, graduating from Ballou High School in 1963.

He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967 and served in Vietnam during that time.

John married Wilma Jean Rife in July of 1968 and they made their home in Virginia before moving to Chesapeake Beach in 1976.

John was employed as a grocery store clerk for Safeway, retiring after 35 years.

In his leisure time, John enjoyed fishing and camping.

John is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean Ortenzo of Chesapeake Beach; sons John William Ortenzo and his wife Michelle of St. Leonard; and Joseph Michael Ortenzo and his wife Brigette of North Beach; grandchildren Antoinette E. and Zachary W. Ortenzo of St. Leonard; and Rebecca N., Ryan J., and Cody E. Ortenzo of North Beach. Also surviving are sisters Tere Burch of Clinton; Marsha Fitzmaurice of Accokeek, and Janice Spires of West Virginia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Thurs., Sept. 18 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m and 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m at Rausch Funeral Home – Owings, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. A Funeral Service will take place Fri., Sept. 19 at 11:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home in Owings. Interment will be Wed., Sept. 24 at 1:00 p.m. at the MD Veterans Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 or online at calverthospice.org.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Anna Roseto, 97 Anna Roseto, age 97, of Solomons, passed away Sept. 1, 2014 at Solomons Nursing Center. She was born Aug. 9, 1917 in Corona, NY to Giuseppe and Carmela (Pizzipoalo) Porcaro.

Anna was married to Nicholas D. Roseto June 22, 1941 at St. Leo’s Catholic Church in Corona. She was employed as a U.S. Postal worker until retiring. Anna moved to Calvert County in August 2009 and resided at Chapline House where she enjoyed playing Bingo. She has been a resident of Solomons Nursing Center since April 2013.

Surviving is her son Nicholas D. Roseto, Jr. and his wife Joyce of Chesapeake Beach; four grandchildren Nicholas III, Alan, Lara and Matthew Roseto; two great grandchildren Maggie Ann and William Roseto; a brother Paul Porcaro and his wife Sadie of Anderson, IN; and three sisters Yolanda Taylor of Garden City, NY, Rose Rosa of Toms River, NJ and Mildred Draggotti and her husband Joseph of Albertson, NY. Anna was preceded in death by her husband Nicholas D. Roseto on April 28, 1970 and by two children Mary and Michael Roseto.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Sue Rush, 57 Susan Elsie Rush “Sue”, 57, a lifetime resident of Annapolis died at her home on September 6, 2014.

She was born Dec. 6, 1957 to the late Dorene Gray Johnson and Paul C. Johnson, both of Annapolis and preceded by her late husband Charles W. Rush of Churchton.

Sue worked at Muddy Creek Animal Hospital for over 10 years where she was the receptionist manager. Sue had a tremendous love for all animals and that was demonstrated not only at her career at

Muddy Creek but by fundraising for homeless animals. Sue participated for many in years in the annual SPCA Walk for the Animals and also volunteered at the SPCA Puppy Plunge. She also loved all the clients that brought their animals into Muddy Creek.

Sue had an extreme love for Golden Retrievers. Tears came in her eyes each time a golden retriever came in because it reminded her of her beloved golden named Red Baron.

Her favorite dessert of all time was brownies. She loved the beaches and hanging out with friends. Sue would play Words With Friends with everyone and constantly won. She loved her high school friends so much. She was a shining light for all that knew her.

Previously Sue had worked for over 15 years for Giant Food where she is still remembered for her kindness and warm spirit.

Left behind is one brother Steven Johnson of FL, her niece April Haviland of NY, her nephew Michael Johnson of NJ, her niece Kim Johnson of NJ and her cousin Eric Johnson of Annapolis.

Memorial contributions may be made to Muddy Creek Animal Hospital for Sue’s charity of helping animals.

Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Gene Schwallenberg, 69 Gene Phillip Schwallenberg Sr., of Huntingtown, passed away on Sun., Aug. 31, 2014 in Washington, DC, at the age

of 69.

He was the beloved husband of Gail (Walton) Schwallenberg and loving father of William “Rusty” Schwallenberg and his wife Margie of Pennsylvania, Wanda M Rogers and her husband Danny of Prince Frederick, Angela L. Marshall and her husband Steve of Port Republic, the late Gene P. and Holly M. Schwallenberg. He was the grandfather of Jamie L. and Andrew Schwallenberg, April and Daniel Rogers, Andrea and Dillion Marshall and David and Taylor Windsor. He was the greatgrandfather of Tristin A. Sessoms and brother of Barbara Cantin, Jack R. and

William C Schwallenberg and Susan M. Jones, all of Calvert County. He is also survived by a host of other family and friends.

Gene was born Jan. 29, 1945, to William C. and Amelia C (Rupp) Schwallenberg, Sr. He worked for the Maryland State Highway Administration for many years before retiring because of poor health.

Gene loved to organize family trips, mainly to amusement parks, always a kid at heart.

Gene enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, animals, trains, horseback riding as often as he could and working in his workshop and on old cars. He enjoyed time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Their home was always filled with the laughter of kids… his own, their friends and the neighborhood kids as well. The more the merrier!

Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings handled arrangements.

Sidney Shelton, 72 Sidney Odell Shelton, age 72, of Huntingtown, passed away Sept. 6, 2014 at his residence. He was born Aug. 29, 1942 in Washington, DC to Elverston Parker and Margaret Lee (Reavis) Shelton.

Sidney was a member of the ARC Community in Calvert County for 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his guardian of 32 years, Anna Jennings. He is survived by Stewart Jennings, Anna’s son, and a special friend Janice.

A celebration of Sidney’s life was held at Mt. Olive United Methodist Church, Prince Frederick. Interment will be at Congressional Cemetery, Washington, DC. Memorial contributions may be made to ARC of Southern Maryland or Calvert Hospice.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Butterfly Service Coming Up Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, located on Broomes Island Road in Port Republic, will host a Fall Butterfly Release celebrating the memory of loved ones Sun., Oct. 5 at 2 p.m.

“We are proud to both sponsor and host this event on our newly enhanced grounds and facilities and

to dedicate all the proceeds to Calvert Hospice’s patient care and bereavement programs,” said Marcianna Kreamer, General Manager Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens who goes on to say. “This event embraces and honors the connections we make in life that don’t end with the death of a loved

one.”

The event will include live music, light refreshments, and the reading of each name being honored. The ceremony concludes with the individual release of Monarch butterflies.

The program is open to the public and is free of charge to attend. Individuals and families have the option to sponsor a butterfly in the name of a loved one.

Included with the donation is a personalized acknowledgement card sent to a designated recipient. To honor the name of a loved one, please visit calverthospice.org or call (410) 535-0892 and request a Butterfly Release Registration Form no later than Fri. Sept. 19.

For more information about Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, please contact Marcianna Kreamer at (410) 257-0544.

ADC Launches “Memory Share” Project Adult Day Care of Calvert County (ADC) is marking National Adult Day Services week this month with a unique idea to help preserve memories.

On Tues. Sept. 16, the Calvert County Commissioners issued a proclamation resolving that the citizens of Calvert County be encouraged to honor and celebrate this special week.

ADC, a local non-profit adult medical day care center, is marking the occasion by inviting anyone to share a memory for their free Memory Share Project.

Since over half of the participants of Adult Day Care of Calvert County have some level of dementia, they will begin collecting memories from, for, or about anyone with a memory impairment.

The memory does not have to be about someone from ADC’s program. Memories can be from someone with a memory impairment, or in honor or about someone or about someone with a memory impairment. The memory does not have to be about the impairment. It can highlight some part of their life; it can describe a simple occurrence; it can be a story, picture, or just a name; it can be something they remembered; it can be something that makes them smile; it can be something that makes you smile.

These memories will be posted at the Adult Day Care center. The memories may also be shared on the ADC website.

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Ruth Lake, Executive Director of Adult Day Care of Calvert County, and ADC board member Barbara Watson, whose mother attends ADC, are presented a proclamation by the Calvert County Commissioners.

To share in the Memory Share Project, visit Adult Day Care of Calvert County center weekdays 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or via their website. ADC is located at 975 Solomons Island Rd, Prince Frederick in the lower level of the Calvert Health Dept. building.

The web site is adcofcalvertcounty.org and click on the “Memory Share Project” page.

Adult Day Care of Calvert County has been providing an adult medical day care program of professional care, compassionate assistance, and community-based activities for elderly and disabled adults since 1986.

Since then, this small independent non-profit organization has helped 423 families care for their loved ones. For more info, call (410) 535-0133 or visit adcofcalvertcounty.org.

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River To Bay Exhibit Opens At the Calvert Museum, a beautiful new aquarium exhibit gives you and your family the chance to experience the underwater world of life in the Chesapeake. Those who have seen it say it’s simply extraordinary!

Mark your calendars! The grand opening of the new exhibit called River to Bay: Reflections and Connections at the Calvert Marine Museum is Oct. 11.

It promises to be an immersive experience - introducing guests to the amazing diversity of animal life found in the Bay and its tributaries.

The exhibit highlights three unique bay habitats: the deep open waters, the brackish coastal shallows, and freshwater tidal tributaries. In each habitat, guests can explore the interconnections between animals, their habitats, and humans.

Dave Moyer, Curator of Estuarine Biology and part of the project team puts it this way, “River to Bay offers exciting and engaging ways for our guests to appreciate the unknown world that lurks beneath the surface of the Chesapeake Bay.” In order to convey this message, guests will find themselves standing below the waterline, making them part of the underwater environment. The underlying message is that all living things exist in one dynamic, interconnected system – a system under pressure and in need of help.

The Calvert Marine Museum received a FY2013 Museums for America grant for $142,500 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), a federal granting agency, to renovate the Estuarine Biology Gallery. This award is being matched with a $25,000 grant from the Maryland Heritage Area Authority, $35,000 in proceeds from the 2014 Bugeye Ball, a $50,000 donation from a longtime supporter, and over $250,000 in labor.

“It is significant”, notes Jim Langley, Curator of Exhibits, “that we are doing almost everything in-house, both on the exhibit side that guests see, and behind-the-scenes in the back-up areas.

Most museums can’t do that.”

The new exhibit introduces many interactive elements, inviting guests not only to engage their senses, but also their

Photo courtesy Rachel Reese: Sneak a peek at our Seahorse Tank “Hippocampus Haven.”

minds with hands-on experiences.

Several new touch screen computers invite visitors to hear fish sounds, learn about Bernie Fowler and his legendary wade-ins, and play learning animal adaptation games. Complementing the gallery’s new look are six new aquariums housing new species such as chain dogfish (a small shark), octopus, smallmouth bass, crappie, painted turtle, tessellated darter, and many more. In the Eco-Invaders gallery, we are adding a new tank to house the beautiful, but highly invasive lionfish.

“Celebrating Chesapeake Bay diversity is integrated into every facet of the new exhibit,” says Sherrod Sturrock, deputy director and part of the project team. “The more people know about the bay, the more they value it, and we believe that will result in a desire to do more to preserve it.” The exhibit includes a new website called Team Chesapeake that anyone can join to learn more about the exhibit, give feedback, and discover ways to get involved. The grand opening of the new River to Bay: Reflections and Connections will coincide with the celebration of Patuxent River Appreciation Days on Oct. 11 and 12.

The museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $9.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors and military with valid I.D., and $4.00 for children ages 5 - 12; children under 5 and museum members are always admitted free. For more information about the museum, upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at calvertmarinemuseum.com or call (410) 326-2042. They’re on both Facebook and Twitter, too.

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By Annette Jones Funn

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What’s Meals on Wheels?

Meals on Wheels (MOW) Calvert County, Inc., is a non-profit, volunteer organization and it is a United Way Agency. They held their annual meeting on Mon., Sept. 8 at the Calvert Pines Senior Center and I attended. It was the first time that their annual meeting focused on honoring and thanking those who volunteer to help them accomplish their threefold purpose. The program was lively, the luncheon well-attended and all seemed to have enjoyed the fellowship. A spirit of ‘welcome’ filled the room. I met many of the awesome volunteers and leaders.

What happened at the annual meeting?

A warm welcome was extended to the volunteers by MOW President Robert “Bob” Robertson. County Commissioner Susan Shaw brought greetings and Rev. Kenneth Phelps, Rector of All Saints Episcopal Church in Sunderland gave a special message of

appreciation to the volunteers, emphasizing what a blessing they are to those who receive the meals. Some days, the only person a senior or disabled person sees is the MOW volunteer!

What’s the purpose of MOW? MOW’s threefold purpose is: 2) To enable the homebound to live 1) To provide one nutritious, independently as long as possible; and home-delivered meal, five days a week, 3) To relieve the isolation and to those who, due to illness, advanced loneliness of the homebound. age, or disability are unable to provide Menus are available for regular proper meals for themselves; diets, special diets appropriate for mild diabetics and soft diets with food that is chopped or ground. All meals are prepared at Calvert Memorial Hospital, and there is no charge for the meals.

However, donations help provide the meals and are appreciated.

Calvert MOW is operated by a Board of Directors. Volunteers receive no compensation for their services. Some work full-time, some work part-time and other volunteers are retirees.

Elected to the Board of Directors at the annual meeting were: President Bob Robertson, Vice-President Charlie Zibreg, Recording Secretary David Reyno, Corresponding Secretary Lenore Markward, Treasurer Randy Holt and Assistant Treasurer John Stone. Officers are elected to a two-year staggered term.

Other MOW leaders include directors, coordinators and liaisons.

Testimonies were shared by volunteers about how gratifying it is to serve the interesting people whom they deliver meals to. It seems that all the volunteers really enjoy their “jobs” and eagerly share their positive stories. One lady shared that she is a 32-year volunteer and has served many different routes. She even took her kids with her as she delivered meals when they were youngsters.

How can you help Meals on Wheels?

Volunteers are needed to drive or assist in delivering meals as well as to serve in leadership capacities. Volunteers must provide their own transportation and pay their own gasoline expenses when delivering meals. Each driver decides how many days or hours they will give each week or month. There is no minimum donation time for volunteers.

If you can spare just two hours once a month, let MOW know because your helping hands – and especially drivers are needed. MOW delivers food in

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Calvert County Monday through Friday, except on specific holidays.

Announcements about non-delivery of meals during inclement weather are aired on local FM radio stations 97.7, 98.3, and 102.9.

How do I contact Calvert MOW to volunteer? You may contact Calvert MOW through their website at calvertmealsonwheels.org. Referrals may be telephoned to the Office of Aging at (410) 535-4606 or (301) 855-1170. If anyone knows of someone in need of the MOW service, you may also complete and submit a form online.

Calvert MOW is supported by donations from meal recipients, the community and the United Way. If you wish to make a donation you may send a check to: Calvert Meals on Wheels (CMOW), Inc., P.O. Box 348, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Make checks payable to CMOW. Is MOW just a local program?

No, the Meals On Wheels Association of America is the oldest and largest national organization that supports the national network of more than 5,000 Senior Nutrition Programs.

It operates in all 50 states and U.S. territories. The tireless work of these program volunteers are supported by a dedicated 2 million volunteers who deliver a nutritious meal, a warm smile and a safety check that helps keep 2.5 million seniors stay healthy, safe and living independently in their own homes each year.

Get involved and support Meals On Wheels today so you can make a positive difference...”so no senior goes hungry!”

About the Author: Annette Jones Funn Ever since she was a little girl, she’s asked a lot of questions. That’s why we call her new column in the Chesapeake Current newspaper is: The Question Column. Annette is Co-President of the League of Women Voters, Vice Cahir of the Calvert County Commission for Women, Co-Founder 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. She and her husband Malcolm live in Chesapeake Beach.

By Lyn Striegel

Diagnosis: Alzheimer’s Now What?

Your Money Matter$ Thank you to the Calvert County Library in Prince Frederick for inviting me to make a presentation on how to protect people with dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease. The library is hosting a series of free meetings on different elder care topics that will run through December. Check the library website for further details about dates, times and presenters.

Once a loved one has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease, what can be done to provide protection to that person and the rest of the family?

Fortunately, Alzheimer’s disease is being diagnosed at earlier stages. With an early diagnosis, the person with the disease most often has time and capacity to make some decisions about their own care before the loss of cognitive abilities prevents them from doing so. It is critical that those diagnosed early take advantage of that time by doing some financial and legal planning.

First, discuss your diagnosis with your loved ones. Let them know you are assembling all your financial information and pursuing legal solutions so that your wishes can be made known.

The pace of Alzheimer’s disease is unknown. It can progress slowly or quickly in

different people. Do not put off your discussion of what you want. Review all of your financial and insurance resources, including investment portfolios, retirement accounts, bonds, social security, pensions, life, health, disability and long-term care insurance.

Generally, what you want to do is assemble your financial life into a pile of documents that can be easily accessed by others. Don’t forget to add a list of your computer and account passwords. This “roadmap” will make it easier for a family member or loved one to assist you when you need it.

Check your insurance policies for long-term care options, including home care, assisted living facilities and nursing homes.

And, while you are going through the process, do not hesitate to contact advisers such as your insurance agent, to ask questions about your coverage.

Check your beneficiary designations on all your insurance and retirement policies and make sure those are as you want them.

Next, see an attorney for estate planning.

This involves creating a very important document-the Power of Attorney or POA. Under a POA, you appoint someone to take care of you medically and financially and also to act as your Guardian. You can only

execute a POA if you are competent to do so, that is you understand what you are doing.

You must anticipate that at some point you will not be competent to create a POA; that’s why the POA should be created as soon as there is a diagnosis. Of course, the POA is a critical document whether or not a person has Alzheimer’s disease. Put simply, no one can help you medically or financially unless you designate them in a document, the POA. Choosing someone to appoint as “attorney-in-fact” in the POA can be a difficult decision. As I say, choose people that love you because they certainly will have power. And, most POAs have no trigger events. This means that if you are unable to care for yourself, the POA steps in and takes care of you. The POA doesn’t need to have doctors certify that you cannot make decisions for yourself. You can choose one person for medical care and another for financial care, but make sure they can work together to help you. Keep in mind that the person you choose doesn’t need to be an expert in these matters. That person just needs to love you.

On the medical side, you want your POA to address HIPPA. HIPPA is a law providing protection against disclosure of your personal medical records. But, if you were to go into a coma and be unable to personally consent to someone getting your records, they wouldn’t be able to do so.

That’s why you need to give consent to your POA to get your medical records under HIPPA no matter what your condition. The medical side of the POA should also give your attorney the power to hire and fire doctors and caregivers, direct or withhold medications, take you out of the hospital against medical advice and release the liability of the doctor or hospital. In this way, your POA has maximum powers to assist you if you need it.

Although you appoint loved ones to care

for you medically, you never want to put someone you love in the position of pulling the plug on you. You make those decisions for yourself in a document called a Living Will. This is the standard “no heroic measures” document.

Preparing this document will take the burden of final decision-making off your loved ones.

Financial caretaking is a critical part of a POA. Someone who can help you pay your bills, access bank accounts, etc. will be critical to you. The language now used in POAs covering finances has been worked out a couple of years ago between the banks and attorneys so that it is now in standard form and banks are required to accept it and permit your POA access to your financial accounts.

If your POA is older than two years, have it checked by an attorney to ensure the financial language will work for you.

Finally, you would think that your loved ones would be able to put you into an institution if you required it, but they do not have the power to do so unless you name them as your Guardians in your POA. If you do not have a POA that appoints your loved ones as Guardians, they will have to go through a court procedure to be named as your Guardians. That takes time and can be quite costly.

Of course, other documents such as a Will or Living Trust will also be important in protecting yourself and your loved ones. But, the Power of Attorney is the best place for you and your loved ones to start. Getting that done will give you peace of mind knowing that people who love you will have the power to take care of you.

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

Long-Term Care Insurance… Is It Really Worth It??

In almost every estate planning meeting I have with clients, I ask the question, “do you have long-term care insurance”? And almost every time I ask that question I get a blank stare followed by the words, “No…it’s too expensive.” Then the clients ask, “Should I? Is it worth all that money for something I might never use?” So to answer your question, if you can afford it, then YES, it is absolutely worth it.

It can be an invaluable tool in your estate planning toolbox. Remember, the goals of estate planning and elder law are to: (1) get you through your golden years as smoothly and as worry-free as possible, (2) ensure that you have enough money to live, and (3) come up with a plan to easily transfer your assets to your beneficiaries in the most painless manner possible.

I see all too often in my practice the pain and heartache that family members go through when mom or dad can no longer stay at home by themselves, but cannot afford the high costs in-home care. People often think nursing homes are expensive, and they undoubtedly are with the cost per month ranging anywhere from $7,000 - $10,000 per month. But those same people fail to realize that 24/7 in-home care can be just as costly, or even more.

If you pay an in-home caregiver $15 per hour,

24/7, that totals $10,800 in 30 days. Keep in mind that does not include supplies like Depends or Ensure or other costly necessities, or visits from a registered nurse. Thus, 24/7 in-home care also has a big price tag.

That is where long-term care insurance (“LTCI” for short) can come into play. LTCI not only will pay for nursing home care if needed, but will allow for you to stay in your home longer. Many policies will cover some, if not all of the costs of in-home care for a certain period of time. If an individual can no longer stay at home, it will also help pay for an assisted living facility which can range anywhere from $3,500 $7,000 per month. Contrary to popular thought, absent the Older Adults Wavier Program, there are few, if any, government programs that will help pay for assisted living. Medicaid is the only government program that can help, but unfortunately it only helps by supplementing the income of individuals who are in a “nursing home.”

How much do LTCI policies cost? It all depends.

Just like with all insurance, the younger you are and healthier you are, the lower your premiums will be.

Typically, for a single person, a good LTCI policy is around $2,500 - $4,000 per year and for a married couple between $5,000 - $7,000 per year. Is it expen-

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What’s a good policy? Usually, I tell clients to get at least a three-year policy, but a five-year is better and allows much more flexibility. I recommend a daily benefit amount of around $250 per day (more if you can afford it) with a policy payout of around $300,000.

Make sure that you get the compound and inflation riders so that each year when your daily benefit amount increases, you get that, not your original base daily benefit amount.

All in all, having LTCI is invaluable. It allows for so many more planning options, and provides a source of funds when you and your family are at their most vulnerable and emotional times. If you are married, it also prevents rapid depletion of your assets that can financially hurt your spouse. Lastly, if you are not quite in need of a nursing home or your goal is to age at home, this is the best way to ensure the funds are there to make that goal a reality.

If you have any questions on LTCI, please feel free to call me at (301) 464-7448 x101. *P.S. I do not sell long-term care insurance, I just see the benefits it brings people who have it.

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Calvert County Humane Society Meet Rally!

If you have children, this is the dog for you! Rally loves kids and would be so happy to go to a home with them! Pit Bulldogs were once known as the Nanny Dog and Rally lives up to that name! Rally also does well with other dogs and knows basic obedience. Rally is house trained and "move-in ready!" Rally is quickly becoming a volunteer favorite and can often be seen out and about as volunteers enjoy taking her on special outings. Come meet this sweet girl soon, and give her a forever home with your family!!!

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Volunteers Needed

Haunters Wanted! The Halloween Family Fun Night at the Chesapeake Beach Water Park is coming and your help will make this event a total smash!

Needed are: - Performers of all ages (no lines to memorize) - People to dress up in characters for the cave & about the park ( we have super heroes and princesses costumes) - People to help decorate the park A video with the steps for the flash mob will be sent to all volunteers, and there will be two rehearsals with a professional dancer before Oct. 19, both on Sunday at the Bayside Boys & Girls Club, located at 9024 Dayton Ave. in North Beach. Lots of people are needed! Everyone can do something. We have a lot of great ideas! Bring yours too! This is a FREE event for all and hundreds of people come to this event. The Halloween Family Fun Night at the Chesapeake Beach Water Park is scheduled for Oct. 19, 2014 at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Volunteers will be decorating the park that weekend. It's a small commitment for some great memories for local families! Please sign up through Chesapeake Beach Town Hall to receive the video so you can practice at home.

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Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d it go? Summer is fast becoming a fond memory and the scent of fall is creeping in. It is time to bid adieu to petunias and geraniums, replacing them with cool season mumsâ&#x20AC;Ś the perfect companions to pumpkins.

One of the most popular for the late season color, mums are commonly referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;hardyâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;gardenâ&#x20AC;? mums.

Their proper botanical name is Dendranthema. Say that fast after eating a popsicle!

By any name, these lovely mounding plants are available in a wide selection of colors, flower types, shapes and sizes. They are low maintenance, easy to grow in either containers or in the garden. Mums are drought resistant, but that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need water. They should never be allowed to wiltâ&#x20AC;Ś especially just transplanted plants. Check newly planted mums every other day for watering until you get to know them and their needs, particularly during dry spells. Be sure to thoroughly water-in your new transplants.

Mums thrive in full sun, but they will survive with a half-day of sunshine. For the best performance, plant mums in well-drained soil. Poorly drained soil â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like heavy clay â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is the kiss of death. Either amend the soil with compost, or stick with containers. In the garden, young plants should be planted 18-24 inches apart so they have room to grow. Mature plants can be planted at any desired spacing providing they are planted no closer than just touching their neighbor. If you are planting mums in containers, make sure there is a drainage hole at the bottom. Use high quality potting soil (not garden soil or compost) and remember that containers require watering more often than plants in the garden, especially when they are in full sun.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re often asked in the garden center if and/or how mums can be over-wintered. Our answer is â&#x20AC;&#x153;you can try, sometimes they make it, sometimes they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.â&#x20AC;? But there are a few tricks that up the chances of winter survival.

Mums are now starting to bud.

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and cabbage for a traditional fall design.

Potted in similar containers in the same color scheme and clustered on a front porch along with a big olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pumpkin or two is a warm seasonal welcome that will take you right up to Thanksgiving.

Happy Fall!

Cabbage, mums, and aspargus fern make stunning fall statements when planted in containers

Mums need to be planted in the About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career ground before the first hard frost. Water when he was just 13, as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;yard boyâ&#x20AC;? at a garden center. them well, and water as necessary until In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65-acre freezing temperatures persist. After several Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet hard frosts, the plant will look like it has Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year, Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store died; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be almost black. Cut it back to Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve about an inch high. Come spring, when Mums add a colorful compliment to on added a third location in the Del Ray section of you (hopefully) see new green leaves on ornamental grasses.

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Anne Arundel Extends STEM Programs Thanks to two generous grants from the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County, the Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) will once again be able to present an exciting series of STEM events across all 15 of its libraries this fall.

In its second year, the fall STEM (Science, Technology, Mathematics, Engineering) initiative will include 27 unique programs targeting a wide range of topics. From zoology and botany to robotics and astronomy, kids of all ages will have plenty to choose from to match their areas of interest.

The Community Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two grants totaled $6,000 for STEM programming, consisting of a $5,000 contribution from the Calliope Tsoulias Morfessis Braun Memorial Fund paired with a $1,000 offering from the Baum Jackson Investment Group Charitable Foundation.

A portion of the donations will be used to pay for a special series of STEM During the induction ceremony for the College of Southern Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alpha Omega Chapter of the computer classes at the Odenton N-OADN Alpha Delta Nu Honor society, Regional Library. One class, scheduled Christine Beatty shared the significance of the for Oct. 4 and 18, will teach students honor society with those attending. how to use a 3D printer by creating objects of their own design. During the â&#x20AC;&#x153;The service learning project we other class, scheduled for Oct. 11, participated in integrated hands-on children will learn how to create stickers using experience with education about the professional-quality nursing profession for local fifth- computer design programs. graders,â&#x20AC;? Beatty told those attending the induction ceremony. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We provided accounts as to why we each chose to major in nursing and demonstrated various skills that are integral to the career of nursing.â&#x20AC;?

After completing these requirements, nursing students are inducted into the honor society as they begin their fourth semester in CSMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nursing program.

Established in 2012, the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society is recognized by the National Association of Associate Degree Nursing, with CSM forming its chapter and its first members inducted in January of this year.

For information about CSMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nursing program and other health sciences, visit csmd.edu/hea/.

Nursing Students Inducted The College of Southern Maryland has inducted its newest members, 10 fourth-semester nursing students, into the Alpha Omega Chapter of the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Society.

Inducted were Tara Arnold of Newburg, Christine Beatty and Kaitlin Rottman of Huntingtown, Alexandra Knott of California, Crystal McReynolds and Laura North of Lusby, Jocelyn Peissner of Mechanicsville, Natasha Terry of Great Mills, Lindsay Truong of Lexington Park and Jessica Weaver of La Plata.

The path to induction involves nursing students become provisional members at the beginning of their third semester of study. They must maintain a cumulative 3.0 grade point average, earn a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? or higher in all courses required for the nursing program with no previous nursing course failures, and reflect sound moral and ethical values with professionalism and integrity of the highest caliber.

As provisional members, the students complete a service learning project and submit a manuscript detailing the project, who was involved and their reflections on the experience.

College of Southern Maryland nursing students inducted into the Alpha Delta Nu Honor Society Alpha Omega Chapter are, front from left, Lindsey Truong, Alexandra Knott, Tara Arnold and Jessica Weaver; rear from left, Crystal McReynolds, Natasha Terry, Kaitlin Rottman, Jocelyn Peissner and Christine Beatty. Also inducted was Laura North.

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For a complete listing of the Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s STEM offerings this fall, see pages 4 and 5 of the latest issue of Library Happenings! newsletter, or search online at aacpl.net/events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These special classes at Odenton Regional Library mark an important step for the Library, because we want to put the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; [Technology] in STEM,â&#x20AC;? said Shelley Davenport, AACPL Programming & Outreach Coordinator.

The grants will also help the Library create STEM resource kits that will allow library staff to enrich their STEM programming. These reusable resource kits will give AACPL staff the tools they need to conduct ongoing educational STEM programs for children across Anne Arundel County. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are so grateful for our ongoing partnership and support from the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County, which helps us connect donors to our mission to develop sustainable support for a model library system beyond public funding,â&#x20AC;? said Amy Bartholomee, President of the AACPL Foundation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you would like to join the Community Foundation and make a donation to your library, visit www.libraryfirst.org to see how you can help us meet the enhancement needs of our library system in Anne Arundel County.â&#x20AC;?

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Mark Your Calendar! Race Day is October 18, 2014

Mark Your Calendar!

October 18, 2014 Calvert Memorial Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5th annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 18. Join the fun and run or walk around beautiful Solomons Island.

Join Calvert Memorial Hospital and our partners as we raise funds for the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care.

Calvert Memorial Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5th annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 18. Run or walk around beautiful Solomons Island.

Early Bird Race Fee: $40 (before October 10, 2014)

Early Bird registrants guaranteed sweatshirt and can pick up packets Thursday, October 16, and Friday, October 17 at the KeepWell Center.

Race Fee: (Day of) $50 Race Time: 8:30 a.m. with a Warm-up by World Gym at 8 a.m.

Scan here with your smart phone to register at www.active.com !

Check-in begins at 7 a.m.

All participants will be entered to win a Total Wellness Package (one-year World Gym membership, four consultations with a registered dietition and four personal training sessions).

Must be present to win.

Donations are tax-deductible as applicable by law.

You can register online at www. active.com or in person at the KeepWell Center.

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Meet Calvert’s “Beautiful” Givers The 2014 “Calvert You Are Beautiful” Award nominees were honored by the Calvert County Commissioners at a ceremony on Tues. Sept. 16 at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus. Here’s a brief description of the amazing contributions these outstanding citizens make to our community. Note that our story about overall winner Betty Jean Reynolds is on page 3 of this issue of the Chesapeake Current.

Janet Addiss Nominated by SMILE Ecumenical Ministries, Inc. For more than 23 years, Janet has been a driving force at SMILE’s food pantry.

She’s the pantry’s food coordinator, and serves on Boards of Directors of both SMILE and the Southern Maryland Food Bank. In addition, she has volunteered Mr. Donnelly is a resident of more than 3,000 hours over 19 years at the Huntingtown and created a food pantry Calvert Marine Museum. two years ago at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Prince Frederick that has served Grace Mary Brady more than 6,000 Calvert families to date.

Nominated by Sen. Roy Dyson More than 200,000 pounds of food has Since the 350th Anniversary of Calvert been distributed, and through donations, County, Grace Mary has been tireless in her he has purchased a van for the food pantry contributions to preserve and document so he can pick up food from farmers, our local history. She’s set up exhibits at the grocery stores, food distribution centers and county fair, about Camp Roosevelt and the other locations.

Boy Scouts, and documented the role tobacco has played. She also established the Mary Hollinger Bayside History Museum in North Beach, Nominated by Anne Sundermann is protector of a rare Capt. John Smith Headlamp, net and camera are the book,, and is working on a Star Spangled weapons of choice for Mary Hollinger, Banner War of 1812 Passport project.

Calvert County’s premiere herp hunter.

Since 2010, Mary has logged more than Jeannie Cousineaux-Stone 100 hours per year searching woodlands, Nominated by Calvert Hospice. farms and streams to track the patterns of Jeannie organized a fundraising luau in more than 90 species of frogs, toads, Aug. 2013 at Stoney’s Broome Island that salamanders, turtles, lizards and snakes. has turned out to be one of the most successful fundraisers for Calvert Hospice – Marian Johnson financially and socially. It’s attracted more Nominated by Corrita Myers than 300 people to attend, allowing Calvert Marian is a Calvert native, mother of Hospice to continue to provide outstanding six, and active member of Brooks United services to everyone in Calvert County Methodist Church and served in their Food experiencing a life-limiting illness and for Pantry. She’s a volunteer with the Calvert anyone grieving the loss of a loved one.

County Health Department’s Crisis Intervention Center, and at Safe Harbor Rhonda Crawley Shelter, she assists women who are survivors Nominated by Ruth’s Miracle Group Home of domestic violence by providing in Lusby childcare.

Mrs. Crawley is the group’s Fund Development Officer and works as a MaSara Myers consultant and grant writer, taking a Nominated by Corrita Myers personal interest in each and every person.

MaSara is a recent graduate of She takes the residents on cultural outings Salisbury University, a Calvert native, and and invites them into her home for dinner co-director at the East-John Youth Center. and fellowship and has attended church She has attended that center since she was with them. One resident received dental five years old, and now is helping other work pro bono through Rhonda’s dentist. young people realize their potential. She organized Calvert’s first annual “Live Lawrence “Larry” Donnelly Here Love Here” – a walk for healthy Nominated by St. John Vianney’s Food relationships and awareness of domestic Pantry in Prince Frederick violence in Calvert County.

Mitzi (Patricia) Poole Nominated by Van Ireland, Catherine Jolie and Tim Thoman Mitzi is described as having a spirit that manifests itself in many ways, helping in every situation she finds herself in and sharing her knowledge and skills gained during her career as a naturalist for the county’ Natural Resources Division. Some of those who have benefitted from her generosity include Jefferson Patterson Park, Historic St. Mary’s City, Londontowne Public House, and the Town of Leonardtown, among others.

Barbara Scanlan Nominated by the Calvert Animal Welfare League (CAWL) Barbara joined CAWL in 2003, and shortly thereafter became a board member and canine manager volunteering more than 40 hours a week and is credited with saving hundreds of animals’ lives. In 2003, CAWL was able to adopt out 19 dogs.

Since 2009, total dog adoptions have exceeded 200 each year.

Teena Umphries Nominated by Corrita Myers Calvert County native Teena Umphries began volunteering this year with the Calvert County Health Department’s Crisis Intervention Team.

She’s on call more than 20 hours a week for those who may need an advocate at court and instrumental in ensuring the Team always has an advocate on hand.

Jim Wilson Nominated by Calvert Marine Museum During his 15 years volunteering with the Calvert Marine Museum, he has logged 7,400 hours. In 2013, he volunteered 891 hours, and is on pace to exceed 1,000 volunteer hours this year. He assisted Curator Richard Dodds with the renovation of the Cove Point Lighthouse, and had led or been involved in many other projects through the years.

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Tender calamari and little neck clam served over linguine pasta

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CURRENT EVENTS Backhaus Opens Recital Series The College of Southern Maryland welcomes pianist Meleah Backhaus to perform at the inaugural Showcase Recital Series at 8:00 p.m. on Fri. Sept.

19 at the Leonardtown Campus, Building A, Auditorium.

The performance is the first of three in the concert series, which is held at CSM’s Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown.

For Backhaus, music is a passion.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in piano performance from Youngstown State University (YSU) as well as a master’s degree in collaborative piano from the University of Akron. She serves as the staff accompanist at the King’s Christian Academy in St. Mary’s County.

Backhaus, who has been teaching private piano for nearly 15 years, has students that range from pre-school to college students, with a particular interest in children that have tested on the Autism spectrum.

Backhaus is a versatile musician and has accompanied instrumentalists and vocalists throughout the state of Ohio as well as Maryland. She has accompanied modern contemporary musicians as well as singers who specialize in opera styles.

While at YSU and Akron, Backhaus regularly played at church services at First Presbyterian Church in Warren, First Baptist Church in Niles and was the pianist at Bethany Lutheran Church in Akron. Playing her own pieces during services, members of the congregation spoke of her music as ‘moving and inspirational.’ An active composer, performer and accompanist, Backhaus is currently performing and promoting the release of her debut album "Awake" featuring original compositions for solo piano.

Admission is $5 in advance and $7 at the door. For information, contact bxoffc@csmd.edu or visit csmd.edu/Arts/index.html.

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Breathe In Plein Air Solomons Island sets the stage as 25 nationally recognized artists from nine different states paint the beautiful sights of Calvert County in the Solomons Plein Air Festival 2014, presented by Avian Engineering and hosted by Carmen’s Gallery.

This year’s painting competition takes place in Solomons runs Sept. 17-21, and includes four days full of fun events for the general public as well as the competition for nationally known artists.

This national event includes juried artists from Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Virginia capture scenes in and around Solomons while visitors can enjoy watching the artists at work. Finished paintings will be on display and available for purchase at the “Affaire of the Arts” at Carmen’s Gallery on Sat., Sept. 20. Art sales continue through Sun., Sept. 21. The Plein Air Festival raises money to help support the College of Southern Maryland art scholarships, P.A.W.S., Sophia’s Oasis for Equines and HeartFELT (feeding empty little tummies).

The judge of this year’s event is the esteemed editor of Plein Air Magazine, M. Stephen Doherty.

An artist himself, Doherty plans to paint alongside the competition artists during the week before choosing the winning paintings on Saturday.

The juried artists for 2014 include Lissa Abrams, Ann Crostic (winner, Artists Choice, 2013), Tim Kelly (First Place, 2013), Crystal Moll and Duane Sabiston of Baltimore; Bruno Baran of Nottingham, MD; Kevin Beck of Boone, NC; Brenda Belfield, Luc Herbots, Greg Johannesen and Mimi Little of Port Republic; Lee Boynton of Annapolis, Karyn Dingledine of Charlottesville, VA; Wesley James Drake (winner, Best of Show, 2012) of Chicago; Peter Emerson of Lewisberry, PA; Ray

Ewing (winner, Best of Show, 2013) of Swan Point, MD; Stephan Giannini of Rockland, ME; Luo Hong and Mick McAndrews of Downingtown, PA; Debra Howard of Crisfield, MD; George Netherton of St Simons Island, GA; Carole Pierson of Townsend, VA; Barbara Stepura of White Plains, MD; Catherine Whitehead of Glen Gardner, NJ; and Dennis Young of New Castle, DE. The 2014 Solomons Plein Air Festival is presented by Avian Engineering, LLC and hosted by carmen’s gallery. Other sponsors of the event are S.M.E.C.O., Team Hyundai of Southern Maryland, Metrocast Cable, The Solomons Business Association, the Ruddy Duck Brewery & Canard’s Catering, the Harbours at Solomons Island, Calvert Marina, Bill Chambers and Cindy Morgan, Elizabeth Oliver-Farrow, Barefoot Graphics, the Striped Rock and Kingfishers restaurants in addition to many individual contributors.

Be sure to visit the web page now and throughout the Festival at solomonspleinair.com. This year we will be tracking the artists’ journeys throughout Calvert County, and you can follow their progress on Facebook and Twitter.

CURRENT EVENTS Extreme Sports for an Extremely Important Cause The Peake Youth group at Chesapeake Church and End Hunger In Calvert County are partnering to bring you an over-the-top obstacle run experience at the Live Out Loud End Hunger Obstacle Run! On Sat., Sept. 20, individuals and families, teams and groups, athletes and couch potatoes are invited to turn out for a 2.5-mile undertaking through mud-laden trails and obstacles. Jaqueline Miller of End Hunger Calvert says it’s a trial for everyone, offering both competitive and family-friendly course options through 13 obstacles. Take a warrior dash through fire, water and mud, conquer hay bales, wade through a stream, climb walls and jump hurdles!

Mud, mud and more mud! Have an extreme blast - all for a good cause!

The course is located behind Chesapeake Church at 6201 Solomons Island Rd. in Huntingtown, MD 20639.

Here’s the Race Day Schedule for Sat. Sept. 20.

6:30 - 8:00 - Same-day registration and check-in 7:30 a.m. - Competitive wave 1 (6th grade & up)

8:00 a.m. - Competitive wave 2 (6th grade & up) 9:00 a.m. - Family-friendly wave (adults & children grades K & up) 10:00 a.m. - Awards ceremony 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. - Post run party (which includes getting hosed down to get all that mud off of you by the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department!)

Registration is $10 for K - 5th grade and $20 for 6th grader to adults. All proceeds benefit End Hunger In Calvert County.

For more info, call (410) 257-5672.

Be more successful! Let the Chesapeake Current help you promote your non-profit group’s event!

Email complete details along with contact info at least three weeks in advance to editor@ChesapeakeCurrent.com.

We also give non-profits deep discounts on sharp, colorful display ads to attract even more attention! Call for details!

(410) 231-0140.

17 -year-olds Brooke Long of Dunkirk, along with Bree Sherbondy, Grant Daughtridge and Brendan Woodburn during a test run of this year’s Live Out Loud Obstacle Run to benefit End Hunger Calvert.

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CURRENT EVENTS Come to the Calvert County Fair!

Wed., Sep. 24 thru Sun., 28 at the Calvert County Fairgrounds, Prince Frederick. See their web site for a list of events. calvertcountyfair.com.

PRAD Seeks Vendors, Parade Floats Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) celebrates 38 years on Oct. 11 and 12 at the Calvert Marine Museum from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PRAD celebrates the economic, social, recreational, cultural and historical impacts of the Patuxent River. The Calvert Marine Museum is seeking vendors for this event. Do you produce and sell homemade or homegrown goods that celebrate the “bounty of the Patuxent?” Fresh fruit or vegetables, cheese, wheat or cornmeal, fresh seafood, wine, cider or non-edible items such as soaps, scents, creams, or beeswax candles.

Become a vendor by calling Melissa at (410) 326-2042, ext. 41 or emailing mccormmj@co.cal.md.us. The Arts and Crafts Show area is seeking new exhibitors, too. This is a juried show judged by the Calvert Artists’ Guild to ensure appropriateness and quality. Contact Gerry Wood at gbwood2@verizon.net or call (301) 863-9663 to become an arts and crafts vendor. All non-profits are invited to build a float for the PRAD Parade Float Contest, Sun., Oct. 12 at 2:00 p.m. on Solomons Island. Prizes for creativity, beauty, and charm.

Pre-registration is required by Sept. 30.

Contact Randy Geck at rgeck@xecu.net.

Safe Boating Course Coast Guard Auxiliary “Herring Bay” Flotilla 23-7 will offer a boating safety course on Saturdays Oct 4th and 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Tri State Marine, 5861 Deale-Churchton Rd. in Deale.

The course provides the basic knowledge required for safe and responsible boating and satisfies the Department of Natural Resources Boating Safety Education Law. The course is designed for both experienced and beginning boaters and includes basic skills required for safely operating many types of boats, state and federal safety equipment requirements, basics of trailering boats, boat handling, Rules of the Road for boaters and aids to navigation.

Students will also receive three bonus introductory components including marlinspike (lines and knots), nautical charts and use of a VHF marine radio.

The cost is $25.00 for the first member of a family and $10:00 for each additional member and/or for Boy, Girl or Sea Scout. For information or registration call Bob Gittings, Flotilla 23-7 Public Education Officer at (301) 261-9704 or

e-mail contact at cbgitts@aol.com.

Sat., Sept. 20 & Sun., Sept. 21 Thursday, September 18 Registration will also be available from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. Oct. 4th.

Taste of South County: Hosted by the Artsfest '14: Artist booths, live performances, Seeking Vendors It’s a YARD SALE; It’s an ART Sale: It’s a YART Sale! You sell creative, clever items or yard sale/flea market items. $25/first table; $20/second table. LOC supplies advertising, tables and location; the LOC keeps the table rental donation.

You supply your product and keep your sales dollars. Rain or shire – no refunds.

Sat., Oct. 4, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Ladies of Charity Pantry, St. Anthony of Padua North Beach. For more information and table reservations call (301) 356-4697 or email she103 @live.com.

Reservations and monies must be received by Sep. 27.

Rabies Vaccination Clinics: Mark your calendars now! Protect your family and pets! Oct. 4 at Northern High School; Oct. 18 at Huntingtown High School; and Oct. 25 at Patuxent High School.

10:00 a.m. – Noon at each location.

Vaccines are free for all Calvert residents' dogs and cats.

2014 Volunteer Project Hall of Fame Awards: sponsored by the Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel County and the Coordinators of Volunteers of Anne Arundel County, honor volunteer projects that have had the most impact in Anne Arundel County and the City of Annapolis in 2013-14. Nominations now being accepted. Volunteer project award categories vary each year, but projects have included: Environmental, School-Based, Faith-Based, BusinessBased, Boomer, Innovation, Living History and Kids At Hope®. Nominations are invited for volunteer projects sponsored by local nonprofit or faithbased organizations, schools, local businesses, governmental agencies or other groups. Nominations must be received by the Volunteer Center no later than 5:00 pm, Fri., Oct. 17. Award winners will be announced at an Induction Luncheon Celebration on Nov. 13.

Download information and nomination forms at VolunteerAnneArundel.org. For more information contact Fay Mauro (410) 897-9207 or fay@volunteerannearundel.org.

Patient Advisory Council: Calvert Memorial Hospital is looking for patients and family members interested in volunteering to serve on a new advisory council created to enhance the patient care experience. The council will likely meet six times a year for 90 minutes to two hours. For an application, call (410) 535-8212 or download the form at calverthospital.org. The deadline to apply is Sep. 30.

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Southern Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce, South County's most treasured eateries are together for you to wine and dine!

Participating restaurants from Edgewater to the southern tip of Anne Arundel County! It's a festive evening of fun, great food and drinks plus live entertainment from the John Luskey Band!

Tickets are $30/person and include ager, tea and appetizers from each participating food vendor.

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Greenstreet Gardens, 391 W. Bayfront R., Lothian. For info, contact Julia Howes, Southern Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce, at email: southcounty@toad.net or phone: (410) 867-3129.

kids' activities, food and drinks, street performers, shopping and more. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. Admission$6 per person. Members and children 11 and under free. For more information visit annmariegarden.org.

Saturday, September 20 Fall Yard Sale: The MOMS Club of Prince Frederick is holding its fall group yard sale from 7:00 a.m. to noon (rain or shine) in the parking lot of the First Lutheran Church, 6300 Southern Maryland Blvd., Huntingtown, near the Route 2/4 split. The yard sale specializes in children's clothing, baby equipment, toys, books, and maternity items. Household items will also be available. First Lutheran Church will receive 10% of all the proceeds from this sale.

For more info about the sale or joining MOMS Club, email pfmomsclub@yahoo.com.

Searching for Justice and Understanding: The Diversity Institute at the College of Southern Maryland presents a community discussion on the intersection of race, public policy and the law with panelists representing law enforcement, civic organizations, educators and students.

Light refreshments will be offered. Free.

6:30-8:30 p.m., South Potomac Church, 4915 Crain Highway, White Plains. For more info Trash and Treasures Rummage Sale: The contact Ava Morton, (301) 539-4742 or Annapolis Recreation and Parks Dept. (ARPD) invites the community to shop its fall rummage amorton@csmd.edu. sale from 8:00 a.m. to noon in the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center parking lot at 273 Hilltop Friday, September 19 Lane in Annapolis. In the event of inclement weather, the rummage sale will be canceled.

Semi-Annual Flea Market: It’s the big one, the Center’s fall sale. Shop for a huge variety of items Community Shred Event: Destroy unwanted at prices you won’t believe! At the Southern paper and documents to help prevent identity Anne Arundel County Center from 9:00 a.m. – theft at this free event. Paper will be accepted 1:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Center at 27 from Calvert County residents only. Appeal Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more info call Landfill, 401 Sweetwater Rd., Lusby. 8:00 a.m.

(410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit on the – 2:00 p.m., rain or shine. Info: (410) 326-0210 or visit co.cal.md.us/recycle. web: aacounty.org/aging.

Talk Like a Pirate Day - the Chesapeake Way! Hear stories about pirates that sailed the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Play a scurvy game, do a craft, learn how to talk like a real pirate and take home some pirate treasure! Ages 3-5, children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per child for supplies. 2:00 p.m. Bayside History Museum, 4025 4th St, North Beach. Visit baysidehistorymuseum.org or call (301) 855-4028/(410) 610-5970 for more info.

Guided Canoe Trip: Depart from Warrior's Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Reservations are required; a $15 donation is appreciated. Call (410) 414-3400 or info@acltweb.org for more information. Canoe trips are physically strenuous, requiring paddling for three hours (frequently against wind and tides), and may require participants to help carry a canoe for up to one-quarter mile over sand to access the creek.

Free Food Distribution: Free to those who need it. No identification needed. 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 25 Church St., Prince Frederick. (410) 535-2897.

Concert on the Pavilion: Sam Grow begins at 5:00 p.m., North Beach. For more info call (410) 257-9618 or visit the town website at northbeachmd.org.

Night Creatures Campfire: Bring your chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy s'mores on a warm, end of summer night. The whole family can unwind after a busy week and hear a naturalist share lore about nocturnal creatures like owls, bats, nightjars and goat-suckers! Come out for a fun evening around the campfire ring. 6:30 8:30 p.m. Please call or email your RSVP. Free family event. Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center, 11704 Fenno Rd.,Upper Marlboro. Phone: (301) 888-1377

CSM Dinner Theatre – Incorruptible: Set at a medieval monastery in France during the Dark Ages, a one-eyed minstrel teaches destitute monks a new outrageous way to pay old debts.

Dinner and dessert will be served. $25 adults, $20 seniors/military with ID, $15 children 12 and under. bxoffc@csmd.edu, (301) 934-7828, or visit csmd.edu/Arts. 6:30 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata.

CSM Showcase Recital Series: Pianist Meleah Backhaus will perform works by Rachmaninov and original compositions from her debut album “Awake.” $5 in advance; $7 day of event. Email bxoffc@csmd.edu, or call (301) 934-7828.

College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown Campus, Bldg. A, Auditorium, 22950 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown. 8:00 p.m. Visit csmd.edu/Arts.

Sunday, September 21 Critter Chat - Reptiles Up Close: Join a naturalist for a critter chat, see some live animals have feeding time and learn about some of the wild snakes that call the Sanctuary home. Most species of Maryland snakes are harmless and some are quite beautiful. Meet a snake up close too! Free drop-in program. 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

CURRENT EVENTS Garden Smarter - Bulbs for All Seasons: Enjoy flowers all year long! Learn how to plant, care for, maintain, and force bulbs.

Find out what bulbs grow in our climate, and each bulb's blooming season. 10:00 11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costly Way. For more informaThursday, September 25 tion call (410) 535-0291 or visit Shine on Me – Lighthouses: Little Minnows calvert.lib.md.us. program for children ages 3 – 5 years are invited to participate. Space is limited. Preregistration Kid’s Pirate Pizza Cruise: Dress like a suggested. Fee is $4 for members, $5 for pirate and eat pizza on board the Wm. B. non-members. 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., (Call 410) Tennison – Arggggh. Tickets are 326-2042, ext. 41. Calvert Marine Museum, $12/person. Pre-registration required. Call (410) 326-2042 ext. 41. 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 Solomons. Visit calvertmarinemuseum.com p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons.

Family Astronomy Night: Interested in what Visit calvertmarinemuseum.com the September night sky has on offer? Want to try out a nice telescope? Join the Astronomy Meet Merkle Animals: Join the naturalist Club of Southern Maryland for an event in the for a critter chat, see some of our reptiles field behind Calvert Library Fairview Branch. have their feedings and maybe meet a critter 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. For more info call (410) up close! Learn about the wild animals that call the Sanctuary Visitor Center home.

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Free Drop In program. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's 11704 Fenno Rd., Upper Fri., Sept. 26 & Sat., Sept. 27 Center, Marlboro. For more info contact Karen CSM Dinner Theatre – Incorruptible: Set at a Jarboe at (301) 888-1377 or email: medieval monastery in France during the Dark karen.jarboe@maryland.gov.

Ages, a one-eyed minstrel teaches destitute monks a new outrageous way to pay old debts. All You Can Eat Crab Feast: Menu Dinner and dessert will be served. $25 adults, includes crabs, coleslaw, baked beans, corn, $20 seniors/military with ID, $15 children 12 hamburgers, hot dogs, beer, soda, tea and and under. bxoffc@csmd.edu, (301) 934-7828, lemonade. Entertainment includes music, or visit csmd.edu/Arts. 6:30 p.m. College of games, raffles, crab races, door prizes. Food Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts will be served 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.; entertain(FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, La ment from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. $45 donation to the Deale Volunteer Fire Department Plata. and Rescue Squad at the door. Deale Volunteer Fire Department, 6007 Drum Point Rd, Deale.

Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center, Sixes Rd. in Prince Frederick. For more info 11704 Fenno Rd., Upper Marlboro. Call (301) contact Anne Stavely at (410) 535-0892, 888-1377 for info. astavely@calverthospice.org or visit calverthospice.org.

Tuesday, September 23

Citizen Scientist - Research Ready: In this session, discuss what makes science "science" by exploring the scientific method. Examples of research will be used to discuss common phrases in science reporting and potential research bias.

Attendees will leave this session better able to interpret the science we are exposed to in our everyday lives. Free! 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costly Way. (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Wednesday, September 24 NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association Bay Area Chapter No. 1363 will hold its general meeting at noon at Pirate's Cove Restaurant, 4817Riverside Dr., Galesville. The guest speaker, John Bacon, is the chairman of the Chesapeake Beach Oyster Cultivation Society (CBOCS). He will discuss cleaning the Bay by re-establishing oyster beds. Lunch is ordered from the menu. Members, invited guests, and interested visitors are welcome. For more information call (410) 867-2207, (410) 741-1750, or visit facebook.com/NARFE1363.

Music with Tom Delaney: This show is packed with fun songs that everyone can sing along to plus a bit of comedy to make you laugh.

At the Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. For more information call (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802. Visit on the web: aacounty.org/aging.

Parenting Workshop: Becky Lebow, M.Ed., from Family Encouragement and Coaching Network will present this workshop focusing on parenting infants, toddlers and preschool age children with activities and suggestions to promote positive relationships between parents and children and help prepare our children for a successful school experience. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costly Way. For more information call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Song Circle/Jam Session: 7-12 singermusicians trade songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It's a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. 7:00 8:30 p.m., Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. For more information call (410) 326-5289.

Thu., Sept. 25 - Sat., Sept. 27 Calvert Hospice Call for Volunteers: Caring people needed to help care for patients, support families, comfort the bereaved, assist with office work, provide community outreach and support special events/fundraisers. Regardless of the type of volunteerism you may be interested in, everyone must go through training. The next Volunteer training dates are: Thu. & Fri., 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.; Sat., 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (You must attend all three days.) Training takes place at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House, 4559

Friday, September 26

Animal Stories of the Stars with Telescope Viewing: Join the Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland to observe the night skies and share star knowledge.

Telescopes will be provided. A naturalist will be on hand to tell stories and folklore about the creatures that appear up in the constellations! Dress for the weather and bring a lawn chair. 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.

Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center, 11704 Fenno Rd., Upper Marlboro. To register for this free program Hiking the Paw Paw Trail for Fall Color: Do email kjarboe@dnr.state.md.us or call (301) you know what a Paw Paw is? Have you eaten 888 1377. one? Come walk an easy Paw Paw Trail looking for these delicious native fruits. Learn how to identify the tree, and about its special relationSunday, September 28 ship with our Founding Fathers, plus enjoy the fall colors changing. Please wear comfortable shoes. Good for ages 6 and up. Free family Animal Camouflage: People wear camouprogram. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.,Merkle flage, but what about animals? Take a look Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center, 11704 at how different animals have perfected the art of blending in. Meet live animals that Fenno Rd., Upper Marlboro. will demonstrate their camouflage skills.

Special Guest: Live owl. Free Family program. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center, 11704 Saturday, September 27 Fenno Rd., Upper Marlboro. For more info (301) 888-1377 or email: Preparedness Fair: Emergencies can call happen unexpectedly. If an emergency karen.jarboe@maryland.gov occurred tomorrow, would you be ready?

Citizens are encouraged to take advantage Monday, September 29 of the Anne Arundel County Emergency Preparedness Fair from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lowes of Quarterfield Shopping Head Games - The Global Concussion Center, 415 George Claus Blvd., Severn. Crisis: Join Calvert Library and the Calvert For more information contact Lieutenant Soccer Association viewing Head Games: Russ Davies, (410) 222-8305, (410) The Global Concussion Crisis! Medical experts, professional and amateur athletes 222-8746 (PIO Line).

Flu Shot Clinic: Don’t take any chances! Be proactive and get your flu shot early. Rite-Aid Pharmacy will administer the flu vaccine. Medicare covers this cost; be sure to bring your Medicare card. Appointments are required by Fri., Sep. 19. At the Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For more infocall (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802.

Visit on the web: aacounty.org/aging.

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and their families offer insights and cutting edge science on head trauma that demand the perception of concussion change to guarantee the health and safety of athletes.

The film will be followed by a panel discussion led by Neurologist, Dr. Harry Kerasidis, CSA President Mark McCormick, Football Coach Rick Sneade, and Prince Frederick Eagle President Billy Saunders.

6:30 -8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costly Way. For more info call (410) 535-0291 or visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Tuesday, September 30 Alzheimer's & Dementias - Care Over Time: Learn how to keep your loved one's mind and body active, how to prevent falls, improve communication, find respite care and more.

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

Wednesday, October 1 Fall Classes Begin: at the Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center. Students may register at AACC locations, by fax or by mail through the second week of classes.

There is an $80 registration fee for all students. Students under age 60 also pay $40 per course. A list of Fall class offerings is available at the South County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more information call (410) 222-1927 or (410) 798-4802.

Visit on the web: aacounty.org/aging.

Friday, October 3 The Secret Life of Sand Dollars: Learn all about living sand dollars, hear a story, play a game and make a take-home sand dollar craft!

Ages 3-5, children must be accompanied by an adult. $1/child. 2:00 p.m., Bayside History Museum, 4025 4th St., North Beach.

(301) 855-4028 or (410) 610-5970 or email: baysidechildrensprograms@hotmail.com.

Saturday, October 4 Barbershop Harmony: Presented by the South County Concert Association starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Southern High School auditorium in Harwood featuring the Chorus of the Chesapeake from Baltimore and the Harbor City Music Company (Sweet Adelines). Come and enjoy an evening of music in the barbershop-harmony style. Admission is free to subscribers of the South County Concert Association (SCCA), Anne Arundel Community Concert Association (AACCA), and the Performing Arts Association of Linthicum (PAAL). Public admission is $20 per person. Southern High School is located at 4400 Solomons Island Rd., in Harwood, MD. For additional information contact F. R. Gouin at (301) 789-3295 or see web site: southcountyconcerts.org.

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