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‘Tis The Season For Giving Back The holidays are a time when families come together. At Thanksgiving, we reflect on all the blessings we have in our lives. Unfortunately, it’s been a rough year for many in our communities and the holidays are a time of anxiety and uncertainty for them. Here’s how you can help a local family – and especially their children – during the holiday season. Shop With A Cop Each year, local area law officers give underprivileged kids a day of mentoring - and some money - to go Christmas shopping for their families and also get mid-year school supplies. It’s a project sponsored by the local Fraternal Order of Police, completely funded through donations, with help from the Optimist Club and other groups. They go bowling at Lord Calvert Bowl, to Outback Steak house lunch, and then they go to the Prince Frederick Walmart, which provides Sgt. Mike Bomgartner discounts. This year Shop with a Cop is Saturday, December 8 according to Sgt. Mike Bomgartner, who says they let the kids play with the sirens and lights in the police vehicles. “It’s a positive message. A lot of these kids come from an attitude that ‘police are bad – they’re not your friends’ and this changes their attitude. They see we care. We mentor them, show them we’re good guys.” Members and staff of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office volunteer along with members of the Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, and other local law enforcement agencies. Bomgartner says a number of officers who live here but work with other law enforcement agencies volunteer as well as firefighters and others. The organizing officers ask local schools to determine which kids need to go, and each year, they get more and more. Last year, 67 children went on Shop with a Cop, and they’d like to do 100, Bomgartner says. They also need volunteers to go along and help the kids shop, and wrap their gifts afterwards at the Prince Frederick Fire Department. “Police work is a male-dominated profession. A lot of them bring their wives and girlfriends to help. But it would be good to have more women go along and work with the girls, help them shop and pick things out,” he adds. In addition to volunteers and monetary donations, Bomgartner says they could use donations of wrapping paper, boxes, bows, gift bags and trimmings. To donate or volunteer for Shop with a Cop, call the Calvert Sheriff’s office non-emergency number at (410) 535-2800, press 0 and ask how you can help. Toys for Tots When times are tough, many families have to focus on food and other basic needs, meaning that for some, the kids may not have a Christmas. This is where Toys for Tots through the local US Marine Corps Reserve steps in to help. Their motto is: “Every Child Deserves a Little Christmas.” And the gift of a shiny, new toy or a book or new clothing – something that most children take for Navy Reservist Jerry Kepich

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granted – shows a needy child that someone cares, that he or she has not been forgotten, and that Christmas has not passed them by. Last year, approximately 470 children in Calvert County received toys through Toys for Tots. This year, it’s expected that the needs may even be greater. Jerry Kepich of Chesapeake Beach is a Navy Reservist who is instrumental in coordinating local Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Donations of new, unwrapped toys are needed. Items for children from babies through late teens are needed. They do take stuffed animals and also toiletries and clothing. Monetary donations are also accepted. Volunteers are also needed to pick up, sort and inventory toys, along with many other duties. They also rely on local businesses and community groups. The Bay Business Group (BBG) will have Toys for Tots collection boxes at their annual BBG/Pat Carpenter Memorial Christmas Parade in North Beach. The parade begins at noon along the boardwalk. Look for the boxes at the viewing stand and also at the vendor area on 7th Street. Some of the other major drop-off points in our area for Toys for Tots include Roland’s of Chesapeake Station, Sneade’s Ace Home Center, American Legion Posts in Chesapeake Beach and Lusby, and at local Fire Departments. A complete list is on their web site at CalvertToysForTots.org or if you live in Anne Arundel County, go to edgewater-md.toysfortots.org If you’re a business and would like to get a donation box for your group or business, go to either site above and simply fill in the form. They can either deliver the boxes to you or you can pick them up. On Saturday, December 8, the Southern Maryland Mustang Club Toys for Tots Cruise will be held at the American Legion Post 206 from noon until 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 13 is the last day for toy donations. However, late donations can still be dropped off at American Legion in Chesapeake Beach, Sheriff’s Office in Prince Frederick and American Legion in Lusby. Community Thanksgiving For the second year in a row, local ballet school owner and instructor Abigail Francisco is opening her studio for a free Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings. It’s sponsored by the Spiritist Society of North Beach and many “friends,” although donations and sponsors are gladly accepted. Singles, families, young and old, it doesn’t matter your income level or status – you are welcome to come. People who Abigail Francisco are unemployed, homeless or otherwise struggling or alone are especially invited to share a day of fellowship and give thanks. It’s a meal of fellowship that is open to everyone in our community. The 2nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held Thursday, Nov. 22 from noon – 2:00 p.m. at Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet, 4110 3rd Street in North Beach. So they know how many people to expect and prepare enough food, they ask anyone who plans to come to please call and RSVP. For more information, call (301) 855 – 0282. Anyone wishing to donate or be a sponsor may also call this number. Holidays 2012 CHESAPEAKE BAY TRIPPER

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Two million twinkling lights, an amazing indoor snowfall every night, dancing fountains set to Christmas music are just a few of the incredible things you could enjoy during a short day trip to Gaylord National Harbor. Just off 95/495 set high above the Potomac River overlooking the Wilson Bridge, Gaylord National Resort presents Christmas on the Potomac November 16 through January 6 for the 5th year in a row. You’ll be shocked and awed from the moment you walk in. Unique and festive décor sparkles throughout the entire resort. Look up and be amazed by fifty 150-foot tall light curtains hanging from the ceiling of the 20-story atrium. The Northern Lights will light the atrium nightly from 6:00 p.m. until midnight. Suspended from the center of the atrium is a 60-foot-tall Christmas tree made entirely

Holidays At National Harbor of synthetic “candy” glass. By day, it looks like a spectacular stained-glass window. At night, it glows brilliantly and casts a festive mood throughout the soaring atrium. Every evening at 6:30, there’s a Tree Lighting Ceremony. Following that, there’s the Brightest Star Fountain Show at 6:30 (and again at 9:30 p.m.). Hear a heartwarming narration of the classic Christmas story and then watch as choreographed water "dances" to the music. One of the attractions kids will love is ICE!™ featuring DreamWorks'

Shrek the Halls. It features well-known characters from films such as Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda with Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Gingy and Puss in Boots celebrating Christmas in their own special way. At Shrek the Halls, kids can relive the heartwarming story as you stroll through this amazing attraction featuring their favorite characters. When Shrek tries to plan the "perfect Christmas" for Fiona and the kids, his plans are disrupted by chaos and commotion. But, in the end, Shrek learns the true meaning of the holiday. This attraction

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features colorful ice sculptures and incredible 20-feet tall ice slides carved entirely from two million (yes million!) pounds of ice. A band of master carvers spends nearly a month of 12-hour shifts inside a 9-degree freezer, transforming two million pounds of ice into a breathtaking winter wonderland. Sound extreme? It is. And inside the ICE! attraction, they keep it a chilly 9 degrees. So think Christmas morning in Alaska, and dress accordingly! Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. All guests will also be provided calf-length, hooded winter coats to keep them warm. Coats are available in all sizes, including children and infants. Hats and gloves are recommended - and are available for purchase. And even though there are millions of lights in this spectacular display, all are energy-efficient LED bulbs as part of Gaylord National’s on-going commitment to the environment. Operating hours vary on weekdays and weekends, but ICE! at Gaylord National is open daily. Prices range from $10.99 per person for military/off-peak dates to $29.99 per adult in the most popular weekends and times. Call ahead to check on rates and buy tickets for the date you plan to go: (301) 965-4000. At an additional cost, kids can get their photos taken with Santa Monday Friday until 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. They can also take a ride on the “Potomac Express,” which is a winter-themed miniature train.

Enjoy the Festival of Trees Everyone is invited to be part of the 24th Annual Festival of Trees that benefits Burnett Calvert Hospice House. The theme this year is “Joyful Holidays.” It will be held Thanksgiving weekend at Huntingtown High School and features hallway after hallway of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, many honoring loved ones who were cared for by hospice. Calvert Burnett Hospice House is open to anyone in their final days who can no longer live at home. It’s available on a first-come, first serve basis without regard for a person’s ability to pay. This is the major fundraiser of the year for Calvert Hospice, so everyone is encouraged to generously support the Festival of Trees and its wide range of family activities. New this year is a Gingerbread House Competition. Contact Carol Orlando for more information (410) 414-8137. The Festival of Trees Gift Shop features over 70 vendors offering merchandise, art, and unique, hand-made crafts. It’s a lovely place to start your Christmas shopping! Be creative! You can donate crafts and other items that can be offered for sale. All proceeds from the Gift Shop benefit Calvert Hospice as well. Contact Patty Schartner for more information at (301) 812-1028. Vendors are needed, too. Shopping is a great attraction to the thousands of Festival visitors. Contact Tina Roeder for more information (410) 257-3777. Throughout the festival, visitors can enjoy live entertainment including school, civic and church groups and bands, musicians, choirs and soloists. Here are some of the other most popular events and activities:

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child to enjoy a memorable breakfast with Santa from 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m., and lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24. This event is designed for youngsters between the ages of three and eight. Breakfast & Lunch with Santa is $8 per child, which includes food, photo with Santa, crafts and a whole lot of fun! Proceeds also benefit Hospice. Contact Deanna Neill for more information (301) 751-4158. Pre-registration is required, so please call far in advance to make arrangements. Business Advertising Advertise your service or business in the Festival of Trees program. Organizers say 3,000 copies of this program are distributed to families who come to see the trees. Contact Marietta Harris for more information (410) 586-9381. Be a Volunteer The Festival of Trees is run by volunteers - at least 1,000 of them each year. everyone is invited to join in. For more information, call us at the Hospice office at (410) 535-0892 ext #2500.

Purchase a Poinsettia Each year, festive multi-tiered Poinsettia Trees greet visitors as they enter the building. The poinsettias can be designated in honor or in memory of a loved one. The cost is $25 each. Contact Sandra Outman for more information (410) 535-2478. Breakfast/Lunch with Santa Consider registering your

Christmas Tour of Decorated Homes

Saturday December 1, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Go back in time as you tour historic homes decorated for Christmas in the Patuxent River Corridor of Calvert county. Don’t miss the special treats from Friday’s Creek Winery, Dickinson Jewelers, and Dunkirk Florists, also on the tour.

Light refreshments will be served in each home!

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June Lusby at 301-599-6072 Carolyn Rice at 410-610-0257 rice.carolyn6@gmail.com

Decorate a Festival Tree Round up your friends, scout troop or church group or club and create a stunningly beautiful decorated tree. Sponsors are also needed for trees. Contact Sherry Scott for more information (410) 474-9361. Purchase a Festival Tree Purchase a beautifully decorated tree, which will be delivered to your home or place of choice within Calvert County following the Festival. Contact Loujeania Johnson (410) 586-1066 or Michael Parrish (410) 610-7879 or Jeanne Coonan (410) 535-0273 for more information. Trees are 4 ½, 6 ½ and 7 ½ feet tall.

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Ask about Basket of Cheer Raffle Tickets Enjoy the sparkling Festival of Trees at Huntingtown High School Nov. 23 - 25 Friday 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children (ages 4-12) $2, Children 3 and under are admitted free.

Presented by the Republican Women Leaders of Calvert

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Between Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, and Cyber Monday, the Monday after Thanksgiving, is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses nationwide. Last year, over one hundred million people came together to Shop Small® in their communities on Small Business Saturday®. This idea, promoted nationwide by American Express, has a goal of getting people to remember their local businesses instead of buying all their holiday gifts at the malls or big chain stores. Small Business Saturday is a day for everyone from the business owners who create jobs to the customers who buy locally - to support small businesses that invigorate the economy and keep communities thriving. It began in 2010 when American Express founded Small Business Saturday to help small businesses get more exposure during one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year. Now, in its third year, Small Business Saturday will be even bigger. American Express is offering free and easy-to-use tools to help small businesses get the most out of the day and tools for consumers to show their support. As a consumer, you are a key part in helping our small, locally-owned businesses thrive. By shopping or dining at a small business this November 24, you’re showing your support for all the small communities around you. This means you could be helping local entrepreneurs offer more jobs, which in turn invigorate the economy. Bay Tripper Buy Local Gift Ideas! While shopping at local small businesses, also consider shopping at a local art gallery. We are fortunate in our area to have so many gorgeous galleries filled with beautiful items created by our talented local artists. Look for one of a kind art, jewelry and home furnishings to give as gifts. Stop in a local gallery this holiday season. You will be surprised at what you’ll find! Here’s the perfect gift for someone on your list who loves to cook! The Bay

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Business Group’s “Taste of the Beaches Cookbook” features 300+ scrumptious recipes by local cooks you know! It also contains beautiful photos of the Chesapeake Bay and our local area. Just $25 each, shipped anywhere in the continental US. Order through Paypal online at BayBusinessGroup.org. Proceeds are used by the non-profit Bay Business Group (BBG) to support projects in our communities projects and local small businesses. Scan the Current code with your smart phone to purchase now! Attention Cove Point Lighthouse fans! This ingenious Christmas ornament is just for you! It comes complete with a lovely, velvet lined, embossed presentation box. And it’s made in America! It’s available at the Calvert Marine Museum at Solomons Island. Each ornament is $18.95 and they’d be happy to ship it to you. Call (410) 326-2750, email baughmmp@co.cal.md.us or order online at calvertmarinemuseum.com. Museum members enjoy 10% off daily. Discover the Museum Store! Give the gift of local music. Richard Harris of Chesapeake Beach has completed his 3rd CD called "Jackson's Love - For The Love of a Child" of exciting, brand new music, and features lead vocals by vocalist Lori LeFevre Johnson. Purchase from his web site, richardharrislive.com or at local retailers. His first two jazz albums are "Love's Sweet Song" and "Songs From My Heart." A portion of the proceeds goes directly to Amyloidosis support, a rare and fatal disease that Richard is battling. Our sister publication, Chesapeake Current did a story on him earlier this year. If you missed it, scan the Current code with your smart phone or go to our web site, ChesapeakeCurrent.com and search for “Richard Harris.” Musician Eric Scott of North Beach has had a great year. Giving one – or all – of his CD’s as Christmas gifts would be very thoughtful for the blues and rock music lover on your list. Buy his CDs here at ericscottmusic.com or through iTunes. Simply search for Eric Scott and listen to clips before you download. Here are his CD titles: Where The Water Runs Deepest (2012), Take My Love (2011), Red (2007), Let's Hear It For The Fools (2002) and Divine Static (1999). Eric is also working on a new album as well. The Lothian Ruritan Club is holding its annual citrus sale with all proceeds use to support community service projects. Navel oranges will be sold in 2/5 and 4/5 bushel boxes for $15 and $25 per box. Pink grapefruit will be sold in 2/5 and 4/5 bushel boxes for $15 and $24 per box. Orders must be received no later than November 15, 2012 by contacting Bill Hardy at (410) 867-0082, Jim Fuss at (410) 867-3242 or Bernard Lerch at (410) 867-2487. Pick-up date for the citrus will be December 1 from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the lower parkiing lot of the Lothian Elementary School 5175 Solomons Island Rd. (Rt.2) Lothian, MD. For additional contact Bill Hardy at (410) 867-0082 or their web site at lothianruritans.org.

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1 Anchor Business Center • 410-867-7233 or 866-645-3870 Full Service Agency, specializing in marine, home, flood, auto & commercial insurance. Plus financial services. We pride ourselves on our personal customer service!

5504-A Muddy Creek Road, West River, MD 20778 • 302-344-7472 We are a marine consignment store selling gently used products for your boat, as well as nautical items for your home or office. Some are antique. We also have a jewelry studio where Robin creates her magic on the premises, as well as a photography gallery where I, Bob, display my photography. Please stop in, browse and introduce yourself. ~ Bob and Robin Dunn

Deale UMAI Sushi House 657 Deale Rd., Deale, Md • 410-867-4433 ‘Umai’ means ‘delicious’ in Korean. Sushi lovers will travel for great sushi, and this is worth the trip! Chang Hee Park, owner of Umai Sushi House, delivers the goods!! With extra charm and ‘really great service’ (yelp.com) Always busy! Always a treat!!

Greenstreet Gardens 391 West Bay Front Rd., Lothian, MD • 410-867-9500 Welcome to Greenstreet Gardens! We are a year-round operation, growing all kinds of plants from ageratum to zinnia for both our wholesale and retail customers. Go to our web site for our aerial photo, which gives you an idea of how big an operation we really are. We utilize existing quonset houses from earlier days, and have constructed a 70,000 sq-foot state-of-the-art greenhouse equipped with all the latest technology to both grow and ship our plants. Ask those who take our tours; our facility is quite impressive.

Inn at Herrington Harbour 7161 Lake Shore Dr., Rose Haven, MD • 800-213-9438 The perfect stay-cation awaits you at our Inn! We’ve expanded our beach, again, with sand that will tickle your toes and added a new three-bedroom suite, Harbour View, with an eagle’s view of our award winning Marina and beautiful Chesapeake Bay. Please be our guest soon!

Julians Hair Designers 2823 West Chesapeake Beach Road, Dunkirk, MD 20754 410-286-0800 Our staff provides many years of experience and individual attention to enable you to look and feel your best! You can be rest assured that all of our stylists are up-to-date on the latest techniques and products available to the industry. We look forward to serving you!

Off The Cuff 534-B Muddy Creek Rd, Deale, Md 20751 410-353-5514 Open Tu-Sat 10-4 Su 12-4 Off The Cuff Jewelry specializes in gifts & accessories for the discerning woman. We carry sterling silver Chamilia charm bracelets & charms, interchangeable with other popular charm bracelets. We have a wide assortment of spectacular necklaces, scarves & bracelets. Also Mud Pie household items; plates & other serving pieces, nautical & crab oriented.

Sassy Chic 5851 Deale Churchton Road, Deale, Maryland 20751 • 540-327-5774 "Sassy Chic" is a retail boutique offering vintage, antique, and beachy chic furniture, accessories, jewelry and gifts. Stop in for a little bit of "Old and New" or "Fun and Funky" to help renew...refashion... and redesign..., your home, wardrobe, porch or life!!!

Second Wind Consignment 655 Deale Rd., Deale MD • 410-867-0480 The best of bargain hunting and boutique shopping!! The aisles in our new store are wider so there's more room to browse all the treasures that come in every day. We have a dedicated space for book lovers to peruse the large selection of cookbooks, DIY, and bestsellers in a quiet atmosphere, and walls full of framed art and mirrors. Do you miss the coffee shop? Now you can help yourself to a free cup of coffee while you shop.

Skipper's Pier Restaurant and Dock Bar 6158 Drum Point Rd. Deale, MD 20751 • 410-867-7110 By land or by boat, the real "Deale"’s at Skipper's! Specializing in the freshest food and drink, artfully prepared. "Twosday" ($2.00 crabs & beer), Friday Night Seafood Buffet, Sunday Brunch! Panoramic view of Rockhold Creek. www.skipperspier.com

South County Café 5960 Deale Churchton Rd., Deale, MD • 410-867-6450 South County Café is a favorite for breakfast sandwiches, jumbo lump crab cakes and fresh rockfish. In addition, dinner service is available on Fridays and Saturdays from 5pm-9pm.

Spice Consignments 5504 Muddy Creek Road, West River, MD • 410-867-9777 Consignment Furniture and Home Accessories. "SPICE" is where it happens in South County!! The decor changes every day, with unusual finds and treasures and a "CHEERS" atmosphere where everyone knows your name!

Turn Around Consignments 5544 D Muddy Creek Road, West River, MD 20778 • 410-867-8675 A resale boutique specializing in clothing sizes newborn to adult. Like us on Facebook to be the first to hear about new arrivals and specials.

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4817 Riverside Dr., Galesville, MD • 410-867-2300 Pirates Cove Inn, Restaurant, Marina & Dock Bar, on West River in Galesville. Open 7 days a week with lunch and dinner. Sundays open 9A with Breakfast and Brunch until 2P. Come by car or boat with transient slips always available for boaters. For all reservation call us or visit piratescovemd.com.

5570-C Shady Side Rd, Churchton • 410-867-2277 A guilty pleasure! Everything from pet food to nuts, bolts, paints, sealers and glues. Marine products. A full line of tools, to garden supplies, lawn and garden furniture, backyard grills, sporting goods, picnicking supplies with coolers, citranella candles, bug sprays and crab cookers. A Boutique Experience! PLUS free advice on site for problem solving. Ask for Steve Miller. Holidays 2012 CHESAPEAKE BAY TRIPPER

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and more. Franchise business representatives also are welcome. The fee is $10 to participate, and includes a card table and chair. For information, contact Katrina Smith at the center annex at 410-222-0140 or by e-mail at agsmit33@aacounty.org.

 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16  FRIDAY, NOV. 9 THRU JAN. 29 Holiday Art Show in West Annapolis See handcrafted pottery by the" Potters Guild of Annapolis as well as other artworks in a variety of mediums by local Maryland artists. Reception Nov. 9th (5 – 8 p.m.). Gallery hours 10 a.m. -5:00 p.m. M-Tu-W-F-Sa; Th 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at West Annapolis Art Works and Fine Framing, 4 Annapolis St. 410.295.7045; artworkswest@gmail.com or westannapolis.com for more information.

 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Calvert Memorial Hospital 2012 Hospital Ball When Gold Blossoms At the Show Place Arena, Upper Marlboro to benefit the Sheldon e. Goldberg Breast Center at CMH. For info, call 410.535.8178 or online at calvertmemorialhospital.org.

 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Anne Arundel Seniors Holiday Craft and Bake Sale 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At the O’Malley Senior Activity Center, 1275 Odenton Road, Odenton. The event is open to the public. Vendors needed, too. Organizers are seeking handicrafts such as jewelry, needlecrafts, quilted items, stained glass art, purses,

Holiday Social 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Greenstreet Gardens, a corporate sponsor of the Captain Avery Museum, will be hosting a Holiday Social at their facility, 391 W. Bay Front Road, Lothian, with proceeds to support the museum. Delicious holiday food, fine wines, with a background of seasonal music. Guests will enjoy the magic and beauty of Greenstreet Gardens which will be decorated for the Christmas season with flowers and plants, and twinkling lights. Admission is free, but there will be a $10 charge for wine tasting. For more information, call the Museum at 410 867 4486, or visit its web site at www.captainaverymuseum.org.

 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 3rd Annual Christmas Bazaar 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Our Lady Star of the Sea School 90 Alexander Lane Solomons, MD 20688 More than 50 vendors! “Grandma’s Basement,” new and old treasures, bake sale, raffles, face painting for kids, raffles, fun for all ages and fabulous unique Christmas gifts! Vendors and more info, please contact Diane Allen 443.226.5575 or email familyallen@comcast.net. Sweet Treat Express 1:30-2:30 p.m. Northeast Community Center 4075 Gordon Stinnett Boulevard Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-3892 www.cbrm.org The Friends of the CBRM is proud to sponsor The Sweet Treat Express at the Northeast Community Center for the fourth year in a row. The Sweet Treat Express will be a kickoff to the holiday season as we take Rice Krispy Treats and tons of candy to create train engines. Santa Arrives at Greenstreet Gardens! Start the Christmas season off as Santa makes his big entrance on November 17th at 11:00 a.m. Visit with Santa on Nov. 17 & 18, 24 & 25; Dec. 1 & 2, 8 & 9 and 15 & 16 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Christmas spirit is in bloom at Greenstreet Gardens. Children can share their holiday wishes as St. Nick listens. Parents and grandparents: browse the garden center to find beautiful fresh greens, holiday arrangements and home decor to carry on the Holiday spirit at home. Greenstreet Gardens, 391 Bay Front Rd., Lothian: (410) 867-9500. Ext. 219

 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Holiday Gift Extravaganza 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 2 – 4 p.m. visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Banquet Hall Unique crafts and arts – a great place to do your Christmas shopping! By Windows of Strength, LLC which is a non-profit organization assisting organ transplant recipients with non-medical costs. WindowsOfStrength.org

 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Calvert County Farmers Market – Prince Frederick 3-7 p.m. Calvert Memorial Hospital 130 Hospital Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-4583 www.calvertag.com Seasonal delights from local farms including vegetables, fruit, cut flowers, bedding plants, fresh herbs, seafood and baked goods.

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 WED., NOV. 21 – SUN., DEC. 30 Featured Exhibit: “Small Works You Cannot Live Without” CalvArt Gallery 110 Solomons Island Road South Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-9252 www.calvertarts.org Join us for the opening reception, Saturday, Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m.

 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Turkey Trot 2012 6 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. registration. Trot begins at 7 a.m. Strut your stuffing for homeless families at this event benefiting Project Echo. Race begins at the Community Resource Center of the ARC Building, 355 W. Dares Beach Road (across from the Safeway Shopping Center in Prince Frederick). Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd. & 3rd places. Entrance fee: $25 in advance and $30 day of event. Questions/register, contact Trsh Gipson 410.535.0044 ext. 4 or email trishgipspon@projectecho.net. Annual Pie Run & Car Show 7:00 am South County Café 5960 Deale Churchton Road Deale, MD 20751 (410) 867-6450 Hundreds of guys come from near and far to show off their classic cars and pick up Thanksgiving pies for their wives! A few pies will be available for sale on the spot, but it’s better to order yours far in advance so you won’t be disappointed! 2nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner Noon – 2:00 p.m. Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet 4110 3rd Street North Beach Complimentary traditional Thanksgiving meal provided by the Spiritist Society. Everyone is invited. Music, and more. For more information, call (301) 855 – 0282 to reserve your spot. Donors and sponsors are also needed.

 THURS., NOV. 22 – TUE., JAN. 1 Fourth Annual Ornament Show and Sale See website for times Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13480 Dowell Road Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org The Ornament Show and Sale is a juried show that features hand-crafted ornaments by 22 regional artists. This is the perfect place to find unique and affordable gift for friends and family. The ornaments are beautifully hung on trees displayed in the main gallery of the arts building.

 FRIDAY, NOV. 23 – SUN. NOV. 25 Auctions and Open House Chesapeake Auction House St. Leonard, MD Come visit the largest indoor market section of antique and collectible shops in Southern Maryland! Directions: ChesapeakeAuctionHouse.com (410) 586-1161.

 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Calvert County Farmers Market – Barstow 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Calvert County Fairgrounds 140 Calvert Fair Drive Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-4583 www.calvertag.com Seasonal delights from local farms including vegetables, fruit, cut flowers, bedding plants, fresh herbs, seafood and baked goods.

 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Sunday Afternoons with the Pattersons Tour 2-3:30 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road St. Leonard, MD 20685 410-586-8501 www.jefpat.org Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Join us for a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. Brightest Beacon on the Bay 6 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Town Hall 8200 Bayside Road Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-2230 www.chesapeake-beach.md.us Join us for an exciting evening as we light up the town for the holidays! Children of all ages welcome to enjoy entertainment, refreshments and a visit from Santa Claus.

 FRI., NOV. 23 – SUN., NOV. 25 Festival of Trees Huntingtown High School 4125 Solomons Island Road Huntingtown, MD 20639 410-535-0892 www.calverthospice.org The Festival features hallways of beautifully decorated Christmas trees and shops with over 70 vendors offering merchandise, art and unique crafts.

 FRI., NOV. 23 – SUN., DEC. 30 Featured Exhibit: Holiday Show Featuring All Member Artists Artworks @ 7th 9128 Bay Ave. North Beach, MD 20714 410-286-5278 www.artworksat7th.com Join us for the opening reception, Saturday, Dec. 1, 1-5 p.m. Holidays 2012 CHESAPEAKE BAY TRIPPER

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 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Light up the Town 7 p.m. The Town of North Beach 8916 Chesapeake Ave. North Beach, MD 20714 410-257-9618 www.northbeachmd.org Onlookers gather on the pavilion as we flip the switch to light up the town Christmas tree and holiday displays.

 THROUGH MONDAY, DEC. 31 Featured Exhibit: Endangered Species: Watermen of the Chesapeake Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com This is a temporary exhibit featuring the black-and-white photography of Glen McClure on loan from the Mariner’s Museum, along with original photographs by A. Aubrey Bodine from the museum’s collection.

Fourth Annual Ornament Show and Sale See website for times Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13480 Dowell Road Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org The Ornament Show and Sale is a juried show that features hand-crafted ornaments by 22 regional artists. This is the perfect place to find unique and affordable gift for friends and family. The ornaments are beautifully hung on trees displayed in the main gallery of the arts building.

 THROUGH SUNDAY, FEB. 24, 2013 Feature Exhibit: Marc Castelli: The Art of the Waterman Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13480 Dowell Road Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org This exhibit features 23 paintings by renowned Chesapeake artist Marc Castelli, on loan from the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michael's, Maryland. Seventeen of the paintings were donated to the Museum from the Diane Simison collection. The remaining images are from the artist’s personal collection.

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Maker’s Market 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13480 Dowell Road Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org The Maker's Market is THE place to find handmade, homemade or homegrown products ... crafts, hanging baskets, organic skincare products, farm fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, batik and fleece clothing, handmade soaps and candles, herbal teas, ornaments, folk art, handmade gifts and more! Delight in the local treasures to be found here! Christmas Tour of Decorated Homes 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Republican Women Leaders of Calvert present their annual home tour, featuring beautifully decorated homes along the Patuxent River Corridor in Calvert County. Light refreshments served in each home. $25 per person. No children under 12, please. Call Carolyn Rice at 410.610.0257 or June Lusby at 301.599.6072 for ticket info or email rice.carolyn@gmail.com Designs For The Holidays 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. All Saints Church Hall MD Rts 2/4 in Sunderland The Chesapeake Garden Club invites you to this design program (beginning at noon) featuring fresh greens, swags and centerpieces, silent and live auctions, Shabby Chic items, 50/50 raffle and light refreshments. Tickets are $10 per person. For info, contact Sybil Russell at (301) 812-2576 or Bev Steadman (301) 855-3710.

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Antique Christmas Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Throughout Calvert County 410-257-3153 Browse novel antiques, quilts, unique gifts, china, tools, furniture, glassware, books, fishing and other collectibles. Complimentary refreshments are available at various antique shops.

Holly Arboretum Work Day 1-4 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust Warriors Rest Sanctuary Port Republic, MD 20676 410-414-3400, 410-414-3402 www.acltweb.org Join the Arboretum Volunteer Crew as they maintain these historic trees at Warriors Rest Sanctuary. On this day, volunteers will work to trim the evergreens in preparation for the annual greens sale and hayride. Bring work gloves, clippers and a smile.

 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Holiday Wreath Workshop 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road St. Leonard, MD 20685 410-586-8501 www.jefpat.org Make a beautiful holiday wreath with greens from JPPM’s Point Farm Gardens - magnolia, boxwood, holly, pinecones and magnolia seed pods. Grapevine base, bows and ornaments included in fee. Space is limited and reservations are required. Holiday Parade 12 p.m. Bay Business Group (BBG)’s Pat Carpenter Memorial Christmas Parade Bay Avenue from 1st through 7th Streets 410-257-9618 www.northbeachmd.org The Annual Holiday Parade draws spectators from afar! The boardwalk is lined with hundreds of people viewing the parade. The best part is when the jolly old fat man arrives by fire truck!

Annual Holiday Parade 2 p.m. Fox Run Shopping Center Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Join the Calvert County Optimist Club and the Calvert County Fair Board to welcome Santa to Prince Frederick. The parade includes marching bands, floats, fire trucks, classic cards and, of course, Santa Claus!

Santa and Christmas on the Beach 1-3 p.m. The Town of North Beach 8916 Chesapeake Ave. North Beach, MD 20714 410-257-9618 www.northbeachmd.org Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with children and give them a special treat. Tell the kids to bring their wish list to share with Santa! Warm up around the campfire as you enjoy refreshments! There will also be a Christmas Arts Fair on 7th Street from 1pm – 3pm on Saturday, Dec. 1 following the parade The Bay Business Group will have a BBG Bake Sale booth at the Arts Fair with benefits supporting the local Shop with a Cop program. We’ll also have boxes for Toys for Tots and Project Echo, so bring new, unwrapped toys and food donations as well. Monetary donations will also be accepted and forwarded on to those local charities.

 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 Holiday Open House 1-4 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum 4155 Mears Ave. Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-3892 www.cbrm.org Come join us at the Annual Holiday Open House at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. We provide the goodies and you provide the holiday cheer! Good food and good friends always equals a great time. Holidays 2012 CHESAPEAKE BAY TRIPPER

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 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7 Greens Sale Prep Day and Wreath-Making Workshop 10 a.m.-3 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust Warriors Rest Sanctuary Port Republic, MD 20676 410-414-3400, 410-414-3402 www.acltweb.org Join ACLT's prep day and wreath-making workshop. Pay $25 to make at least two wreaths (one of which you can take home with you on Friday) OR donate all your handmade wreaths to the Greens Sale and join us for free! Lunch provided for all registered participants. First Friday Tours of the MD Archaeological Conservation Laboratory 1 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685 410-586-8562 www.jefpat.org Enjoy a free behind the scenes tour of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility that houses over 8 million artifacts, including collections from every county in Maryland. The guided tour allows visitors to get up close and personal with our conservators and our collections. Reservations are not required.

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Solomons Christmas Walk 6-9 p.m. Various locations throughout Solomons 410-326-1950 www.solomonsmaryland.com Solomons sparkles as thousands of luminaria lead the way to holiday fun. Join us for a tree lighting ceremony, Santa's arrival, puppet shows, a make an ornament table, breakfast with Santa, a live nativity scene, a boat light parade and open houses at local shops! First Free Friday 6-9 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com The museum is open and free to the public with special entertainment and activity each night.

 FRIDAY, DEC. 7 – TUESDAY, JAN. 1 Garden in Lights See website for schedule Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13480 Dowell Road Solomons, MD 20688 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org Enjoy a whimsical walk-through holiday light show full of imaginative creations. Holiday exhibits and activities are available inside.

 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Point Farm Garden Restoration 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685 410-586-8536 www.jefpat.org Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM). Join the JPPM Garden Club as they work to recreate the splendor of the main house gardens using the original plans of noted landscape architect Rose Greely.

 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 6th Annual Christmas Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at All Saints' Episcopal Church, corner of Rts 2 & 4, Sunderland, MD. Terrific craftspeople will help with your Christmas shopping. Baked goodies & glühwein add to holiday spirit! Rain, snow or shine! No admission fee. Proceeds benefit parish & community projects.

 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Greens Sale and Beach Hayride 11 a.m.-2 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust Warriors Rest Sanctuary, Port Republic, MD 20676 410-414-3400, 410-414-3402 www.acltweb.org Purchase fresh-cut evergreens for holiday decorations, drink hot cider and take a hayride to the beach. Greens Sale benefits Warriors Rest Sanctuary.

 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Third Annual Artwalk 12-5 p.m. Prince Frederick, MD 20678 This event showcases businesses in Prince Frederick from Church Street to Main Street, on Duke Street and in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center. The Artwalk will include live music, art receptions, artists showcasing their work and open houses at participating businesses. Support our local businesses with holiday shopping opportunities featuring gifts found exclusively in Prince Frederick.

 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 Sunday Afternoons with the Pattersons Tour 2-3:30 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685 410-586-8501 www.jefpat.org Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Join us for a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely.

 TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 2013 Annual New Year’s Day Auction 10:00 am Chesapeake Auction House St. Leonard, MD Their biggest auction event of the year! Antiques and collectibles. Directions: ChesapeakeAuctionHouse.com (410) 586-1161. Polar Bear Plunge 1:00 p.m. – arrive earlier for registration Town of North Beach 5th & Bay Avenue Start your new year off with a splash with a quick dip in the frigid Chesapeake Bay.

 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 Dramatic Reading of the Polar Express Time TBA Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum 4155 Mears Ave. Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-3892 www.cbrm.org Gather the children to hear Conductor John read the wonderful story of The Polar Express. Enjoy goodies, sing songs and play games! This familyfriendly event is free and open to the public.

 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 Old Tyme Holiday Trolley Time TBA Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum 4155 Mears Ave. Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-3892 www.cbrm.org Travel back in time with us to the year 1900 as we hop aboard the beach trolley and hear about what the holidays were like back when Chesapeake Beach was founded. Sing old tyme Christmas carols and enjoy a ride around town to view the beautiful Christmas light displays including stops at all the “Brightest Beacon on the Bay” winners. Free and open to the public. Reservations required.

 MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 New Years’ Eve Celebration Rod ‘N’ Reel Restaurant 4165 Mears Ave. Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 877-ROD-N-REEL www.cbresortspa.com Come dine and dance in the New Year. Enjoy dinner and entertainment throughout the night. Holidays 2012 CHESAPEAKE BAY TRIPPER