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End of Festival of Trees

After 27 years, this is the end for the Festival of Trees to benefit Calvert Hospice. In this issue of the Chesapeake Current, we talk to the organizers to find out why it’s all over, and what Hospice is planning for the future. The story on page 12….

The Bay Business Group (BBG) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wed. November 18 at 8 am at Herrington on the Bay in Rose Haven. If you’re a local business owner who would like to learn more or attend, email President@BayBusinessGroup.org

Who Left Onyx?

Animal rescuers are wondering who left this small, frightened black kitty inside a plastic container that was duct-taped shut with no air supply outside a shelter.

And now they’re looking for a new forever home for poor Onyx. The story on page 14…

This is Only a Test

More than 70 students and professors at the College of Southern Maryland LaPlata Campus participated in creating mock classes for the drill scenario which included police, fire and rescue response to a fictitious active shooter on campus on Nov. 7. Law enforcement officers from Charles County, as well as evaluators from Calvert and St. Mary’s counties, participated in the emergency drill. The training included the Department of Homeland Security’s video, “Run, Hide, Fight,” on what people should do if confronted with a shooting in their school or workplace.

Also Inside

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

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Rabid Raccoon Found Locally The Chesapeake Current has learned that a raccoon found dead last month on a resident’s porch in Chaney Road in Owings has tested positive for rabies.

Bill Haygood, Director of Division of Environmental Health with the Calvert Health dept. says the homeowner found the raccoon after letting their four dogs outside. It is not known if any of the dogs came in contact with the rabid animal before or after it died, so all were put in quarantine.

Haygood says, “The two older dogs had current rabies vaccinations, so they will only have to be in quarantine on for 45 days. The other two are 12-week old puppies that had not had their first rabies shots yet, so they must be kept in a six-month isolation.”

This raccoon in the photo, which a Chesapeake Current reader saw in their driveway acting strangely Oct. 29 in the Sam Owings neighborhood in Owings, was caught by Animal Control and taken away.

She tells us, “It was weeble-wobbling back and forth as if it were drunk. It did not run away when we went out to the car and drove past it, nor did it try to attack us. I spoke to the Animal Control officer who came out for verification.

She did not verify that this particular one was or was not rabid, but that it was obviously extremely ill. The animal was not vicious, it did not try to attack anyone, and it allowed itself to be caught and caged willingly, which led her to believe it may be something else at play, but could not confirm it. They were taking it and putting it down regardless to be on the safe side.”

Haygood agrees that in cases like these in which there are no bites reported, the animal is typically not tested.

“If you see an animal acting strangely, don’t approach it. If we don’t have any confirmation of a bite, Animal Control interviews the people in the house. If it is in that bad of a state, this could be distemper or some other disease that might not be rabies. Or maybe it was injured. Usually what happens is that it is put down. We take it to Tri-County Animal Shelter and euthanize

it humanely. It’s easier to remove it from the population and keep it from transmitting disease.”

One sign that should cause alarm is if you see a typically nocturnal animal in the daylight hours.

Haygood adds, “Of the 235 bite incidents reported to our office this year, we have sent 31 samples to the lab for rabies testing. And this year, three have come back positive.”

In addition to the raccoon recently found in Owings, earlier in the year, there was a rabid bat found by residents on Glasgow Way in Chesapeake Beach. The other rabies incident was this summer when an Animal Control officer was bitten in Prince Frederick by a feral cat that residents had reported acting strangely.

That officer did have to undergo rabies treatment, according to Haygood. “It used to be if a person was bitten, they had to get 20 shots.

But it’s usually a series of three shots now. All our Animal Control personnel get rabies vaccinations in advance because of their jobs coming in contact with animals. So fortunately, the officer attacked by the cat just had to receive a booster shot.”

“The problem with rabies is it is not like a lot of other diseases. There’s no way of stopping it and without treatment, it is 100% fatal. We make efforts to keep the wildlife population safe and away from humans. And how we do that is through vaccinations of pets – dogs, cats, and ferrets. Vaccinations are our barrier between rabies and people,” he says. “Vaccinations make it safer for the human population.”

“Rabies is endemic in the wildlife population,” Haygood adds. “It typically shows up in raccoon, foxes, skunks, and cats – and although it can show up in rabbits and groundhogs, we usually don’t hear of them attacking or biting. However, domesticated animals such as cats and dogs can come in contact with them and their carcasses.”

Haygood says, “Most of the time, if the animal runs away, we have nothing to test. If we have a carcass or there was a bite, we always test animals.

And for instance, if a dog catches an animal that was acting strange or the dog starts showing signs, report it immediately please.”

Calvert County just finished its fall rabies clinics, and does not have more planned until April 2016. However, Haygood says it’s important that if you have pets that go outside, they should be taken to your vet immediately to keep them current on their shots. “Domestic animals need vaccinations in case they come in contact with rabid wild animals. We want all dogs, cats and ferrets vaccinated as a buffer between people.”

Arrests Made in Alleged Knifepoint Abduction Anne Arundel County Police report that on Sun. Nov. 8, at approximately 2:50 p.m., officers responded to the 5600 block of Southern Maryland Blvd in Lothian for an abduction.

A citizen called 911 and reported that he had two young children with him, they were now safe, but they had possibly been abducted by several teenagers.

Officers arrived at the scene and learned that an 8-year-old female and her 9-year-old brother had been forcefully taken from a playground in Boones Mobile Park to a barn on an adjacent property. The suspects who reportedly abducted the youngsters were 12-and 14-year-old brothers.

During interviews with the victims, the adult complainant and several other juveniles, officers learned that the suspects carried, and forced, the two victims to the barn while displaying a knife toward them. Once in the barn, the suspects tied up the young female victim’s hands and feet with

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rope. The suspects were threatening to burn the victims and were waiving a knife at both of them.

The suspects fled, leaving the victims tied up in the barn, when they heard several neighborhood juveniles looking for the victims. The victims were located in the barn by the neighborhood kids and an adult witness. The victims were freed from the rope and waited for police arrive. The fire department also responded to check both victims for injuries.

Police say they recovered evidence from the crime scene.

The victims and witnesses identified the suspects. Officers quickly arrested both of them at their house.

Dept. of Juvenile Services was contacted and both suspects were placed in a juvenile detention facility. No names are being released, but the suspects in the abduction are identified as 12-yearold and 14-year old white males.

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County Wins Tourism Award The Calvert County Department of Economic Development has won tops honors for its Lower Marlboro Freedom Day event that commemorated 14 slaves who fled the county during the War of 1812. The 2014 event earned the “Best Small Event” award during Maryland’s 35th Annual Tourism and Travel Summit held Nov. 3 in Ellicott City and sponsored by the Maryland Office on Tourism and the Maryland Tourism Coalition.

Researched and organized by Calvert County Historic Preservation Planner Kirsti Uunila, the day-long event explored the story of the men and women who left slavery, boarding British boats in the Patuxent River in the summer of 1814, and their struggle to decide “whether to stay or go.” Their stories were

told through walking tours around the town of Lower Marlboro, living history storytellers, musical performances, displays, photographs and presentations.

“It took a number of partnerships to pull the event off,” explained Uunila, pointing to the contributions made by the Calvert County Chapter of the NAACP, the Calvert County Historical Society, Preservation Maryland, the Calvert County Historic District Commission, Bayside History Museum, Mt. HarmonyLower Marlboro United Methodist Church and the Maryland State Archives. “It was great to work with our community partners to first research, and then creatively share, our county’s rich history and involvement in the War of 1812,” she added. “This award goes to all of us.”

Project Will Help Flooding Problems The Calvert County Department of Public Works will begin a project to help control flooding along 5th Street in North Beach in the coming weeks. The stormwater drainage improvement project will be completed in two phases, with the first phase beginning in mid-November.

County crews will improve the existing ditch line along the eastbound side of 5th Street between Milwaukee and Greenwood avenues.

When completed, the grassed swale along the road will be re-established to provide positive drainage and address standing water and flooding issues. The work is expected to take several months.

For more information about the 5th Street drainage project, contact Engineering Division Chief Danielle Conrow at (410) 535-2204 or by email at conrowdl@co.cal.md.us.

Schuh Encourages Aquaculture County Executive Steve Schuh, along with environmental leaders and state government officials, recently led a round table discussion on Anne Arundel County’s growing oyster restoration and aquaculture programs.

“The waterways of Anne Arundel County are part of our heritage,” said Schuh. “Helping restore our struggling oyster population will ensure that these waterways can continue to improve.”

The event was organized by the Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP), a 22-year old, Annapolis-based nonprofit organization that manages much of the state’s oyster restoration activities. It builds and rebuilds oyster reefs, plants reefs with baby oysters (spat), recycles shell from 220+ restaurants, manages an aquaculture training program, and offers classroom-based instruction in middle and high schools.

Before the discussion, the County Executive took part in ORP’s shell recycling program, which collects shells from Maryland, Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia, and Delaware. Schuh joined two volunteers as they

collected shells from the Boatyard and Carroll’s Creek Restaurants in Eastport.

Locally, ORP picks up shell from 24 restaurants in Anne Arundel County; last year, 3,015 bushels recycled in Anne Arundel County were reused to build and populate reefs in the Chesapeake Bay. Anne Arundel County was the first county in Maryland to establish public drop off locations for residents to recycle their used shells, including a site at the County landfill in Milllersville. In addition to the benefits of reusing shells for oyster reefs, the shells are kept out of the landfills. The State of Maryland offers a $5-per-bushel tax credit for recycled shells.

Annually, ORP’s aquaculture efforts have helped plant between 500 and 600 million oysters in the Bay and its tributaries. To date, it has planted 5.9 billion spat on more than 2,200 acres of reefs. ORP also manages a program that places cages filled with baby oysters from the piers of waterfront property owners (“Marylanders Grow Oysters” program).

For more information on oyster restoration in Anne Arundel County go to oysterrecovery.org.

Halloween For Rescue Horses

By Jennifer Purcell Freedom Hill Horse Rescue (FHHR) welcomed former rescue horses back to the barn during this year’s (day after) Halloween Show on Nov. 1. The event featured almost 20 current and former rescue horses in costume, plus other riders from the area. It was a great event to illustrate the positive results that rescue organizations have on abused, neglected, and unwanted horses in our area.

“There is an unfortunate need for horse rescue services in Maryland and surrounding states,” shares Kristy Alvarez, FHHR Executive Director. “It is a challenging effort that can take its toll on the all-volunteer team at FHHR, and that is why this event is so much fun. We can see and celebrate the successes of our current and former rescue horses, some who only a year ago were in rehabilitation.”

The panel of judges had a most difficult task according to Jennifer Purcell, the event

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coordinator and FHHR volunteer. “The costumes were just amazing this year. The Lone Ranger and Silver, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Dorothy and Toto, and Napoleon Dynamite and LaFawnduh were just a few of the guests who joined in the fun.”

The horse and riders competed in a pumpkin toss, a haunted obstacle course, a barrel race and more. They even bobbed for apples. Despite some morning rain, the event was a huge success.

The FHHR leadership sends a huge thank you to all volunteers, supporters, and participants. It really takes a village to run a rescue!

Freedom Hill Horse Rescue, a public nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization celebrated ten years of helping horses this year. The rescue focuses on rehabilitation and education, and is funded solely through grants and individual contributions. To learn more about Freedom Hill Horse Rescue, please visit freedomhillhorserescue.com.

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Police Blotter

Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports

Burglaries Deputy V. O’Donnell was dispatched to a burglary call on Paul Hance Rd., Huntingtown, for the report of items stolen from a shed. Between Oct. 2327 two generators, two weed eaters, a vehicle battery and a gas can were stolen.

On Oct. 26 Deputy T. Holt responded to a home burglary which took place between 5:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. on HG Trueman Road in Solomons.

The suspect(s) entered by breaking a window and removed several items of clothing.

A report of tools that were stolen from a business under construction on Main St. in Prince Frederick was responded to on Nov. 2 by Deputy B. Richardson The missing tools include two Dewalt Miter Saws, two Dewalt Chop Saws and a Panasonic Radio. This burglary took place sometime between Oct. 29 and the morning of Nov. 2.

CDS Violations While Deputy C. Idol was investigating a possible burglary on Joanna Ct. in Prince Frederick on Nov. 3, he observed paraphernalia (syringes, spoon) within the home. He later arrested Emily Vallandingham, 22, of Prince Frederick for possession of these items.

In a related incident, also on Nov. 3, Deputy N. Buckler responded to a home on Joanna Ct. in Prince Frederick where a suspect, who had just allegedly committed a theft at the Prince Frederick Wawa, may have fled. The investigation revealed Emily Vallandingham, 22, of Prince Frederick was

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responsible for the theft and was also found to be in possession of CDS-Not Marijuana (Alprazolam/ Xanax). She was ultimately charged and arrested for obstructing and hindering, theft and for the drug charges.

On Oct. 29 Deputy G. Gott conducted a traffic stop at South Solomons Island Road/German Chapel Road in Prince Frederick and observed Ann Chialastri, 46, of Port Republic to be in possession of Adderall and Vyvanse. She was transported to the Detention Center and released to correctional staff.

On Oct. 28 Deputy G. Gott responded to the report of a suspicious vehicle at the 7-11 parking lot on Hallowing Point Rd., Prince Frederick.

He observed Brandon Parker, 27, of Lusby to be in possession of heroin, possession of controlled paraphernalia (syringe) and possession of paraphernalia (metal spoon). He was arrested and released to correctional staff.

Destruction of Property Deputy P. Mosely was dispatched on Nov. 3 to a home on Gregg Dr. in Lusby for the report of a disorderly subject. Chicago Garner, 21, of Lusby was placed under arrest for destruction of property and transported to the Detention Center for processing.

A report of rocks thrown through the window of a house and a vehicle parked in the driveway on Bandera Lane in Lusby was responded to on Nov. 2 by Deputy M. Velasquez. The damage was caused around 6:40 p.m. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to

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contact the Sheriff’s Office.

Deputy W. Beisel responded to Old Bayside Rd. in Chesapeake Beach for the report of a damaged mailbox. This incident took place between 7:00 p.m. on Oct. 28 and 4:00 a.m. on Oct. 29.

The report of vandalism to a vehicle that was parked in a parking lot on HG Trueman Rd., Solomons was responded to on Oct. 26 by Deputy B. Schaefer. The vehicle was keyed sometime between 8:00-10:00 that morning.

Deputy P. Mosely was dispatched to Lake Drive and Pilot Way in Lusby for reports of vandalism to vehicles. Several car windows had been shot out and shattered around 10:00 p.m. on Oct. 26. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office.

On Oct. 27 Deputy D. Naughton responded to Chestnut Dr., Lusby for the report of vandalism to a vehicle. During the early morning hours, a window had been shot out and a rear spoiler had been torn from the car. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office.

The report of an unknown object striking and shattering a vehicle window while the victim was travelling on Oakland Hall Rd. in Prince Frederick was responded to by Deputy R. Kreps. This incident took place late in the evening of Oct. 26.

Deputy V. O’Donnell responded to the report of vandalism to a vehicle which took place on Shore Acres Way, Prince Frederick. Between the afternoon hours of Oct. 25 and the morning of Oct. 26, the gas tank of the victim’s car had been punctured.

Motor Vehicle Theft On Oct. 29 Deputy D. Clark was dispatched to Holland Cliffs Rd., Huntingtown, for the report of a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was found later the same day abandoned on Fairground Rd. in Prince Frederick. It was discovered a gun was removed from the vehicle, which has not been located. Anyone with information is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office.

Thefts Deputy B. Robinson took a report of a theft from an unlocked vehicle on South Creek Ct. in Huntingtown. A wallet, credit cards and license were taken between 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 5 and 6:00 am on Nov. 6.

On Nov. 6, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Deputy S. Rediker responded to a report of a theft of an iPhone 6, which took place while the victim left a restaurant in Prince Frederick.

Deputy J. Wahlgren was called to a home on Cayuse Circle, Lusby on Nov. 5 for the discovery of missing jewelry. Several rings had been taken from the home; it is believed the theft to have taken place on multiple occasions over the last several months.

At this time there are no suspects.

On Nov. 5 Deputy N. Barger was called to Olympia Sports, located on West Dares Beach Rd. in Prince Frederick for the report of a shoplifter who stole an item of clothing. The investigation is continuing.

The report of a theft at the Sally Beauty Supply store in Prince Frederick was responded to by Deputy B. Wood on Nov. 4. An unknown person cut open several packages and removed hair products. The investigation is continuing.

Deputy B. Robinson took a report on Nov. 2 from a victim who reported their credit card was stolen and fraudulent transactions were made. It is unclear where and when the card was actually taken.

The report of a stolen deer camera at a farm on Turner Rd. in Lusby was investigated on Nov.

2 by Deputy B. Robinson. The theft took place sometime between Oct. 7-14. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office.

On Oct. 29 Deputy C. Idol responded to 5th Street, Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a stolen Mac Book Pro laptop from an unlocked vehicle.

This theft took place in the late night hours on Oct. 28.

Deputy A. Woodford was dispatched to Ben Oak Dr., Huntingtown, for the report of welding cable that had been stolen off of a work truck between Oct. 28 and 29.

Deputy D. Clark responded to Fox Den Lane, Huntingtown, for a report of tampering and theft from an unlocked vehicle between 9:00 p.m on Oct. 28 and 6:00 a.m. on Oct. 29. A purse was removed and later found discarded on the victim’s driveway along with the contents of the purse.

On Oct. 27 Deputy M. McCarroll responded to the Walmart store in Dunkirk for the report of a shoplifter in custody. Joseph Fricia, 27, of Sunnyhills Drive, Sunderland, was detained for stealing clothing and a DVD movie. He was transported to the Detention Center for processing and released on a Criminal Citation. He was also issued a trespassing notice not to return to the Walmart store in Dunkirk.

Deputy M. McCarroll responded to the Walmart store in Dunkirk for a theft that took place at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Oct. 27. An unknown male loaded a Vizio TV into a vehicle and fled the parking lot.

On Oct. 27 Deputy M. McCarroll responded to the Walmart store in Dunkirk for the report of a shoplifter in custody. Amy Kersnick (42) of Upper Marlboro was found to be in possession of stolen clothing, other general items and a controlled dangerous substance (Suboxone). She was transported to the Detention Center and arrested for theft and CDS.

Maryland State Police Reports Armed Robbery Trooper Kaitz responded to the 7-11 in Dunkirk for a robbery in progress on Oct. 27 at 2:30 a.m.

Upon arrival, Tpr. Kaitz made contact with the store employee and another witness. They advised that a male approximately 6 ft. tall and 200 lbs. had demanded money and cigarettes. While in the store, the suspect kept his right hand in his pocket indicating he had a gun. The suspect left in a car with a loud exhaust. The suspect has been identified and the investigation was turned over to CED South.

Theft / Shoplifting At 12:41 p.m., Trooper First Class Costello responded to the Walmart in Prince Frederick on Oct. 30 for a shoplifting/malicious destruction of property complaint. Two male suspects entered the store removed merchandise from the sales floor and broke a security lock on a display case. The suspects then removed ten GoPro cameras, placing them into a stolen duffel bag. A short time later the suspects broke into another display case and removed one Ipad mini. Although employees attempted to stop the suspects, they were able to escape from the store with the stolen merchandise. Investigation continues.

Destruction of Property On Oct. 27 at 6:20 p.m., Trooper First Class Rowe responded to the 12900 block of Barreda Blvd. in Lusby for a malicious destruction of property complaint. The homeowner advised someone had shot the driver’s side front door of his vehicle with a BB gun. Investigation continues.

Police Blotter (con’t) Local Man Arrested in Burglary A Deale resident’s daughter’s boyfriend is charged with burglary for allegedly stealing a loaded handgun from the house.

Anne Arundel County Police say they were called to the 1100 block of Sailfish Court in Deale to investigate a residential burglary. The homeowner told police that he just chased a subject who had taken his loaded Glock .22-caliber handgun.

During the search for the burglar, a set of keys with a key fob was found in the rear yard, and the keys did not belong to the victim. A vehicle was located a short distance away from the victim’s residence.

The homeowner said the vehicle is often used by his daughter and her boyfriend, Alexander P.

Lare, 21, of Dover Street in Churchton.

Investigators talked to Lare and the victim identified him as the suspect he had just chased from his home.

A search turned up the stolen gun, Alexander Lare. ammunition, and the holster. Also recovered from the theft were numerous pieces of landscaping equipment, which police claim Lare had taken from the victim’s garage.

Lare faces charges of first, third and fourthdegree burglary and theft in connection.

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is investigating alleged extortion crimes in which callers are claiming to have abducted family members for ransom. No persons have been abducted or injured and anyone receiving such calls are urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office immediately.

Citizens with information on the following crime or any criminal activity in Calvert County

who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.

Go to co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/ sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call (410) 535-2880. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Beware of Extortion Claims

Officers Win Safety Award

The National Law Enforcement Challenge Highway Safety Awards Breakfast was held on Oct. 27 at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office was recognized for being second in the nation for Highway Safety amongst Sheriff’s Offices nationwide having 21 to 250 sworn deputies.

The entry was submitted by Deputy First Class Mark Robshaw of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Community Action Team (CAT). The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office won first place recognition in the state of Maryland for the entry. The Sheriff’s Office received a $5,000 award from the Maryland Highway Safety Office to be used for the purchase of traffic safety related equipment.

The National Law enforcement Challenge (NLEC) recognizes and awards excellent law enforcement traffic safety programs, focusing

Two Die in Crash Involving Bicycle Units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction Team responded to the area of Tobacco Rd and Tobacco Lane, Chesapeake Beach in reference to a crash involving a motor vehicle and bicyclists on Sat. Oct. 31 just before 3:00 p.m.

A preliminary investigation revealed the following: Two subjects, later identified as John Henrik Fauerby, 64, and Lynne Frances Rosenbusch, 58, both of Clarksburg, MD, were operating a tandem bicycle north bound on Tobacco Rd. A 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, being operated by Catherine Frances Lyon, 62, of Huntingtown, was also traveling northbound on Tobacco Rd. The Jeep came up from behind the bicycle and struck it in the rear. As a result of the collision, both Fauerby and Rosenbusch were ejected from the bicycle. Due to the injuries from the

collision, Rosenbusch was pronounced deceased on the scene by medical personnel. Fauerby was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

During the investigation it was determined that Lyon was operating the Jeep under the influence of alcohol. Lyon was arrested and charged with multiple traffic and criminal charges including Driving Under the Influence and Homicide by Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence. Lyon was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center to await a hearing before the District Court Commissioner.

Corporal Thomas Phelps and other members of the Crash Reconstruction Team are conducting an investigation of the collision.

Anyone with information about the collision is asked to contact Cpl. Phelps at (410) 535-2800.

Be On the Lookout On Mon. Oct. 26, 2 this suspect was seen at the Dunkin’ Donuts, in Lothian stealing a woman’s purse.

The suspect was described as a black male with long dreadlocks pulled back in a stocking cap. He has gray in his beard/ mustache and may be wearing glasses. He was last seen operating a gray dump truck.

If anyone can help identify the suspect please contact Detective C. Butkus #1245 (410) 222-1965.

From left: Sheriff Mike Evans, Dfc. Mark Robshaw, Cpl. Jason Dean, and Capt. Todd Ireland.

on impaired driving, occupant protection, and speeding. The NLEC is supported through a cooperative agreement between the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, working collaboratively with the National Sheriff’s Association, Governors Highway Safety Association, and the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators.

State Police Get New Equipment The Maryland State Police (MSP) Prince Frederick Barrack has become the first barrack in the state to receive Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Units. Master Trooper (M/Tpr.) Michael Gill, #1351, who served previously with the MSP Aviation Division as a Trooper Paramedic, spearheaded the program and worked in alliance with the Calvert County Department of Public Safety to obtain six AEDs for the Prince Frederick Barrack. M/Tpr. Gill has trained all the troopers at the Prince Frederick Barrack on the proper operation of this life saving equipment and has coordinated the program with the Maryland Institute

for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMS).

One AED unit will remain in the barrack, and is listed at the 911 Center thereby making it available for immediate use for incidents within the Town Center area. The other units are available for troopers to take on patrol.

Since obtaining the AED units they have been deployed five (5) times in lifesaving incidents.

The Prince Frederick is grateful for the donation of these units and wishes to thank the Calvert County Commissioners and the Calvert County Department of Public Safety for their substantial donation.

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Sincerely, Susan

by Susan Shaw This Issue, I’m giving an update on my postCommissioner life.

I am enjoying being a mother and a granny immensely. My grandson, Colin, is now a delightful three-year-old with the insatiable curiosity of a little one whose brain is making all kinds of synaptic connections. I am also the granny of a baby girl, Brynley Carrera, born on Sept. 17. What fun! I am enjoying my children as adults with whom I can have peer discussions.

Professionally, I am returning to my health and mental health roots. I got my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work in 1976 and began working as a psychotherapist. In 1978, I earned my license to practice psychotherapy independently, the LCSW-C. I became the Director of Social Work at Calvert Memorial Hospital (CMH) in 1978. So, for almost 40 years now, I have been studying and learning about health and mental health. Several years ago, Dr. Sharpstein, the Chief Medical Officer at Shepherd Pratt Hospital in Baltimore, came to speak about the history of mental health in the U.S. and I was startled to realize that I had witnessed most of it.

I began by doing an internship at St. Elizabeth’s Mental Hospital where many patients had been hospitalized before Thorazine, the first antipsychotic medication, came into use in 1956.

Thought to be a miracle cure for schizophrenia, Thorazine was prescribed to chronic patients who had already suffered irreversible damage from preThorazine, in too large of doses, resulting in more damage. Imipramine, or Tofranil, came into use as the first anti-depressant in 1958. It was not until 1987 that Prozac arrived on the scene, well after I had been a private psychotherapist since 1980. All the research on the brain followed as we became aware that mental illness was really brain dysfunction. Keeping up with all the new information has required attendance at many continuing education classes over the years. The latest breakthroughs are in our understanding of the gut brain. 80% of our serotonin receptors are in our guts. What we eat and what we use internally is a critical influence on how we think and how we feel, both emotionally and physically, and how we function.

On a parallel plane, I continued to work at Calvert Memorial Hospital on a part-time or fill-in basis even while I had a successful psychotherapy practice, which kept me up to date on the medical model of treatment.

On a personal level, I found myself dealing with some intractable autoimmune problems that caused a referral to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda. There, my doctor told me that my best chance of improvement was natural, holistic approaches. He warned

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Life After Politics me to be careful in distinguishing the quacks from the healers. In the fall of 1982, difficulty seeing led me to a diagnosis of kerataconus, which is corneal deterioration. Over the next year, my vision got 10 times worse and became uncorrectable. I was blind for 5 months and unable to drive for 3 years as I researched every means possible to support my immune system.

Both the NIH and the Wilmer Eye Institute of John Hopkins’ corneal experts predicted that I would be irreversibly blind within 5 to 6 years. I was not medically eligible for corneal transplant surgery. Instead, all my efforts to achieve optimal health through immune support paid off. The corneal deterioration went into a holding pattern or remission. My vision became correctable again.

In June of 2014, after months of reading about natural health supplement products called Plexus, I decided to try them. I learned that by signing up as an Ambassador, or sales person, I could buy the products at wholesale prices. Since I did not want to just experiment on myself, but wanted to see if the products could help family members and friends struggling with their own health challenges, I joined. If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you know that I am sold on the health benefits these natural products provide and I understand how and why they work so well. Plexus is not marketed as a cure for any medical conditions, yet, almost everyone who consistently takes the products they need over a period of time improves their immune system’s ability to work properly, resulting in life changing renewed health.

By now, you realize that my life experiences have brought me full circle. I am back to working with clients to help them get healthier mentally and physically.

Health & Wholeness Psychotherapy and Natural Therapies will be opening very soon in Prince Frederick. We will provide a broad range of treatment modalities to return people to wellness, from psychotherapy to acupuncture, reiki, hypnosis, addictions treatment, EMDR, guided meditation, reflexology, very small or individual yoga classes, small tai chi classes and others as well as peer support for domestic violence, addiction recovery, and body image distortions. If you are interested in being a part of a holistic practice, please contact me.

Becoming mentally and physically healthy really is attainable.

All the best, Susan About the Author: Susan Shaw is a former Calvert County Commissioner, and an LCSW-C (Licensed, Certified, Social Worker-Clinical).

Garden Dirt

By Ray Greenstreet

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

Poinsettias: Making Your Home Beautiful

The poinsettia, a contemporary symbol of Christmas in many parts of the world, was first cultivated by the Aztecs in Mexico.

Poinsettias first arrived in the United States in 1825 by Joel Robert Poinsett. While serving as the first United States Ambassador to Mexico, he had occasion to visit Taxco and found the flowers growing on the adjacent hillsides. Joel distributed plants to botanical gardens and to horticultural friends, including John Bartram of Philadelphia. Bartram, in turn supplied plants to Robert Buist, a Nurseryman who first sold the plant as Euphorbia pulcherrima Willd. Ex Klotzsch. Of the Euphorbiaceae family. However the name poinsettia has remained the common name in Englishspeaking countries.

Pointsettias are grown in the Greenstreet greenhouse.

Poinsettias are a tropical plant and just like your rubber plant, needs very similar care.

Just follow the steps below for Successful Christmas Color!

• Always buy your poinsettia from a good reputable grower or garden center.

• Poinsettias should be out on display for purchase without a sleeve on them. Prolonged storage of poinsettias in any type of sleeve may result in epinasty (wilting). Poinsettias should never be displayed in their sleeves.

Which do you prefer - red or white?.

A sea of pointsettias in the Greenstreet greenhouse.

• After you have selected your favorite color and sizes of poinsettias, the garden center should offer you a sleeve to transport your plant(s) home. This will protect them from physical damage and cold temperatures.

They should also offer a nice color foil for your poinsettia pot.

• Once home, immediately remove sleeve.

It’s best to tear off the sleeve like a present, never try to push poinsettia out of a sleeve.

• Now find a place in your home to put your poinsettia on display. Poinsettias like the same home temperatures we do. What’s perfect is a range of 62-72 degrees. Just like you don’t want the heating vent blowing on you, poinsettias don’t like the direct heat either.

• Watering – One of the easiest ways to check the watering of a poinsettia is just to lift the pot. If it feels “heavy” it probably does not need water. If it feels light, time to water!

Put your poinsettia in the sink, remove the foil pot cover and water the soil with tepid water. Give it a good drink and let the water run out of the bottom of the pot. Leave poinsettia in the sink for 2-5 minutes to let excess water drain from the pot. Put the pot cover back on and place your poinsettia back on display. In a cool home you will need

to water weekly; in a warmer drier home, most likely 2 times a week. One of the most important things when watering a poinsettia is not to let them sit in a foil or saucer with extra water. Poinsettia roots like to breath and don’t like sitting in water; it basically drowns the plants.

• No fertilizer is needed during the Christmas season. If you wish to grow your poinsettias after Christmas, a monthly liquid plant food will keep your plant happy and healthy.

Let’s set the record straight: Poinsettias are not toxic to your family or family pets. If an individual has an allergy to latex, they may experience a mild reaction if they contact the plant’s milky sap. Other than that, this holiday charmer is a mild-mannered, safe addition to your holiday celebrations.

About the Author: Maggie Taylor of Greenstreet Gardens in Lothian is filling in this issue for Ray Greenstreet as our Chesapeake Current columnist.

Varigated Pointsettias.

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Agri-Tourism Nominations Sought The Maryland Agricultural Commission – an advisory body to the Secretary of Agriculture which represents all major commodities in Maryland – is seeking nominations for a member to represent agri-tourism. As a group, commission members address legislative and policy issues that affect Maryland agribusiness.

All nominations must be received by Nov. 18.

To be considered, applicants must be Maryland residents and have experience in the field they seek to represent.

Appointments are made by Governor Larry Hogan, and each member is eligible to serve two, 3-year appointed terms. The commission meets the second Wednesday of each month from 8:30 until noon throughout the year.

To be considered, contact Jessica Armacost at Jessica.Armacost@maryland. gov or (443) 883-0217 for more information and an application form.

Additional information about the commission and applications are available online.

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Money Matters

By Lyn Striegel With 2016 a brief couple of months away, now is the time to check on the progress of your financial plan. Here are the 15 tips I gave you at the beginning of the year. Even if you have not tried any or all of these tips, it is never too early or too late to start a financial plan: 1. Stash the cash. The first step is to stash enough cash to give you breathing room if something terrible happens like an illness or job loss. At least six months and probably a year’s worth of income will do it.

2. Pay Yourself First. If you own a small business, get yourself on the books too. It’s tempting to pay everyone else before you, but by doing that you cheat yourself. Paying yourself will not only be kinder to you, it will allow you to assess the true costs of your small business.

3. No Credit Cards Allowed.

Think about it – 20% interest on your purchases? This is a terrible drag on your finances. Pay off those credit cards with a plan. Then, keep one for emergencies but otherwise buy with cash.

4. Max Out the 401(k). If your employer has a 401(k) and you do not participate, shame on you. Especially if the employer will match your contributions—that’s free money to you.

5. Get It All in One Place. If you can’t see it, you can’t manage it. Get all your investment accounts under one roof with one statement a month.

6. Allocate, allocate, allocate. This goes without saying, but Harry Marcowitz won a Nobel Prize for demonstrating that allocating your investment assets across stocks, bonds and cash will lead to success as an investor.

7. Let It Ride. Compound interest is your friend. The more you can reinvest your interest or dividends, the better.

8. No News is Good News. Following the business news to figure out how to make a plan is just foolish. The news cycle is not your investment guide. Turn off the 24-hour business “news” and focus on making a plan to last over time.

9. Savings Alone Are Not Enough.

You’ve got to make investments to earn money on your money. Just keeping it in the mattress will not help defeat inflation.

10. Social Security. It’s simply not

How Are You Doing So Far? enough to live on. That means you must save for your retirement and the sooner you start, the better off you will be.

11. Insurance. There are insurance products out there that can give you income and security for your principal, but work with a reputable broker and always be skeptical. Do your own due diligence. Take a look at relatively inexpensive term life insurance as a mechanism to help you provide funds for loved ones on your death.

12. Index Funds. I like ‘em and so does everyone else. Keep it basic with index funds that track the major indexes. Index funds are not managed and therefore cost much less than managed mutual funds.

13. Beneficiaries. You need to check on what beneficiaries you have designated for your accounts, retirement plans, insurance policies, etc. Make sure you have not forgotten to remove your ex-spouse from your beneficiary designations.

14. Required Docs. You know I’m going to advise you to get your estate plan in order as a major part of your financial plan. You need a Will or a Revocable Living Trust, a Power of Attorney and a Living Will.

15. Confidence. This is the hard part.

Financial planning is not rocket science - anyone can do this by following simple rules. Have confidence!

I will add one more tip for you - if you are around 50 years old, take a good look at your living expenses. It may be the right time to start the downsizing process.

If the children have left the nest, are you paying too much for a large home?

Beginning to downsize at age 50 allows you to save more for your retirement and create a lifestyle for retirement that you will be able to afford.

There is nothing magical about planning for your financial security. All it takes is willpower. If you have not started on your financial plan, do it today.

About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has over 30 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.

Local Farm Raises Bee Awareness

By Stephanie Raines Herrington on the Bay and Honey’s Harvest Farm proudly welcomed Phyllis Stiles, the Director of BEE City USA and recipient of the Pollinator of the Year Award for 2015, to speak to our guests at Honey’s Harvest Farms First “Farm to Table Lunch” about the importance of bees and pollinators in our local community and worldwide. Sustainability has been a cornerstone in the Herrington on the Bay mission since it opened 23 years ago.

Phyllis started the BEE city movement in 2012 when Ashville, NC became the first Bee City in America. In the 3 years to follow, 13 other cities and towns joined Ashville, including Seattle, Washington.

What is a Bee City, you ask? It’s a city that has made a public commitment to creating sustainable habitats for pollinators by monitoring and restricting pesticide use, planting diverse and abundant food sources (flowers and plants) and enforcing safe and humane removal of bees whenever necessary. While North Beach isn’t a Bee City yet, Herrington Harbor is committed to doing its part to create a sustainable environment for pollinators. With a few easy steps, you can help too! In your own garden, choose native plants and flowers and purchase them from local nurseries that

North Beach Mayor Mark Frazer, Phyllis Stiles, the Director of BEE City US, and Anna Chaney, owner of Honey’s Harvest Farms.

don’t use dangerous pesticides.

Herrington on the Bay partnered with local farms to present Honey’s Harvest Farm to Table Lunch, where we were joined

by Mark Frazer, the Mayor of North Beach, Sam Droege, head of the USGS Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Program, and Duffy McCully, an Arborist heading the movement to reforest Washington, D.C.’s urban canopy. We also welcomed the students of the Golden Mean Academy in Gambrills, MD on an educational field trip.

Guests enjoyed a 100% gluten free lunch of vegetarian or beef chili with vegetables sourced from Swann Farms in Owings, and all natural grass fed beef from Progressive Farm in Harwood. Chef Tom made his famous cornbread biscuits, however, the fan favorite was Chef Mike’s pumpkin panacotta made with local honey.

Gardening Mini-Grants Available Calvert Garden Club is announcing its third annual Mini Grant Program, designed to focus on educating the next generation of gardeners.

Applicants must be local to Calvert County, Maryland and be a nonprofit organization. Qualifying applicants may be selected to receive Mini Grant funds in the amount of $100 to $1,000.

For more than 60 years, Calvert Garden Club has contributed to the community quietly and generously. They created this Mini Grant Program in 2013 to broaden the scope of Calvert Garden Club’s efforts

in supporting our community. In the past two years, they’ve awarded grants totaling more than $4,300.

To apply, go to Calvert Garden Club’s website at www.calvertgardenclub.com and complete the Mini Grant Application.

The application may be downloaded at the CGC Mini Grants tab. Completed applications are due by Feb. 1, 2016.

Grant awards will be announced in Mar. 2016.

For additional information, go to Calvert Garden Club’s website at www. calvertgardenclub.com.

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End of an Era for Festival of Trees

On The

The first one was 1988, and in the years since, it has raised $1.1 million. But this year’s will mark the last Festival of Trees (FOT) organized by Calvert Hospice.

Volunteer Coordinator and Media and Marketing Coordinator for Calvert Hospice, Amanda Peterson says, “It started 27 years ago by volunteers as a way to raise funds through the years.”

However, Hospice officials now say they believe it has run it course.

“We believe it has… all fundraisers seem to have their season, and this one has moved past its season of success. We’re moving into more profitable fundraisers. The Luau for Hospice is now very successful and we are planning a culinary event in the spring.

These will be our two major fundraisers at this point, going forward,” Peterson says.

Funds raised by the FOT has been dropping in recent years, leading to the difficult decision to call it quits.

Claire Piason, Development Director says according to her records, 2006 was the best year, “before the economy took a turn downward.” Last year’s Festival of Trees, which required scores of volunteers and months of planning, raised approximately $72,000.

By comparison, this year’s Luau raised $99,600 in just one day.

Calvert Hospice depends on fundraising to provide all the services to those in our community who need them. “We raise our own funds, but we do not rely completely on fundraising. We get paid by Medicare and insurance companies for patients that have private insurance,” Peterson adds.

In 2014, 284 patients received services through Calvert Hospice, with 48 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick. But the demand is rising. Piason says, “We have taken care of 275 patients so far this year including 46 at the Hospice House.”

Photo from previous year.

At this year’s FOT, there are some events you won’t want to miss.

Santa Claus will be arriving Friday evening at 5:00 p.m. and he will stop by again

Photo from previous year.

Saturday at 9:00 a.m. to visit with children.

During the FOT, there will be Quilt and Spree Tree raffles. “Lots of people have donated some nice items that we will raffle off – people can buy tickets for the raffles.

Among the things people have donated: artwork by local artists, gift baskets, winetasting for 10, and gift certificates to local businesses. We will also be selling poinsettias for $25 each.” Several of the beautifully decorated trees will be up for silent auction as well.

You can also get a jump on your holiday shopping at the FOT Vendor Fair, which runs throughout the festival. Peterson says there will be artisans, unique crafts, and oneof-a-kind items for sale there.

And, if you have time, you can also volunteer. They are asking for the community to help out with this final Festival, and make it the best ever. And there may still be some tree sponsorships available. Contact Claire Piason at cpiason@calverthospice.org for more information.

Sunday, they are planning a huge Yard Sale to benefit Hospice.

“At the Sunday Yard sale we will be selling all decorations and props from Festival of Trees. This includes our fake snow, displays, various types of lights, ornaments and boutique items. The Yard sale will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday,” Peterson says.

She adds, “We need decorating teams for several trees this year. If your church, civic organization, or other group would like to decorate a themed tree, simply call our office and let us know whether you would prefer a 4.5 foot or a 6.5 foot tree.”

Calvert Hospice is also looking for volunteers to help with setting up, assist with registration, and help with many other important tasks to make this final Festival of Trees a success. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Amanda Peterson at (410) 535-0892 or apeterson@ calverthospice.org.

Piason says Calvert Hospice relies on the community to stay viable. “Please note that we are a small, independent non-profit. We are not part of a larger hospice organization and we are the only resource for hospice care in Calvert County. We receive some funding

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through grants, but primarily our donor revenue comes from contributions from the community and memorial donations from families and friends of those we have cared for. The fundraising events are primarily successful due to sponsorships and the generosity of our business community. We also receive donations from members of the community that hold independent events to raise funds, such as the recent Calvert County Bar Association’s 5K. We receive some additional funding through the county and the United Way.”

Photo from previous year.

“Approximately 14% of our revenue is from fundraising with the balance coming from Medicare and other insurance sources.

Medical insurance hospice care for the patient

and support for the family, but none of the expenses for the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. Maintenance, staffing and utilities of this 15,000 sq ft facility are over $500,000 annually,” Piason explains.

Although it’s sad for many to see the Festival of Trees come to an end, Peterson says, “We want to make sure that everyone knows that the ‘service of remembrance’ for patients’ families that has been part of the festival will continue. We still will do that in the future. A date has not been scheduled for next year, but we will let you know.”

Watch the Chesapeake Current for that information.

Calvert Hospice’s 27th Annual Festival of Trees will be held at St. John Vianney Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 on Fri. Nov. 27 , 5 – 9 pm and Sat. Nov. 28, 9 am – 8 pm. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for senior citizens; $2 for children ages 4-12; kids under 4 are free.

Deputies Support Hospice In an effort to raise money for Calvert Hospice, Sheriff Mike Evans and the Calvert County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 109 are working together during “No Shave November.” Sheriff Evans has advised his personnel he would relax the agency grooming standards now through Dec. 7.

In exchange for the standards being relaxed personnel wishing to participate will pay a

$50.00 donation. Things will be getting a little hairy around the Sheriff’s Office during the next month for those who have decided to give their razors a much needed rest.

If you’d like to assist the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office with our efforts to raise money to support Calvert Hospice please contact Lt. Dave Payne at (410) 535-2800 X2593.

Interim Director Named The Calvert Hospice Board of Directors has announced that Jean Fleming, Ed.D, RN is the Interim Executive Director for Calvert Hospice.

Jean has served on the Board of Directors for Calvert Hospice for three years, most recently serving as Treasurer and as Chair of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee. She had served as a hospice volunteer almost 10 years ago and has never lost her commitment to the mission of providing comprehensive, compassionate care for people through the end of life. She recently returned to school and became an RN, deciding that she could be of most value to patients and families by supporting the nurses, aides, social workers, and other staff who provide direct patient care.

In 2015, Jean also earned a certificate in Population Care Coordination from Duke University. She holds a doctorate in

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Northern Colorado and has nearly 40 years of experience working in the field of adult and continuing education, including as a graduate faculty member and non-profit executive director.

She is the current president of the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education, an international association with over 800 members.

Locally, Jean has served on the board of Asbury-Solomons and continues to serve on the Calvert County Commission on Aging. She volunteered at Calvert Memorial Hospital for four years before becoming the patient advocate for the Emergency Department in 2014.

Her husband, Dr. Richard Fleming, is Vice-President and Dean of the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland.

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All Invited to Annual Christmas Parade Dear Chesapeake Current readers, On Saturday, December 5, the Bay Business Group (BBG) and merchants and communities of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach will hold their Ninth Annual Pat Carpenter Holiday Parade.

The parade is being held in conjunction with the annual two-day Holiday Celebration at the Beaches on December 5 and 6, sponsored by The BBG, The North Beach Home and Garden Club and the Beaches antique dealers. The theme of this year’s parade is “Your Favorite Holiday Story.”

We would be honored to have you participate in the parade. You could build a float, drive or ride in a car or van or walk along the parade route. The parade begins at 12:00 noon at the corner of 1st Street and Bay Avenue in North Beach. Parade staging will be at 11:00 am along 1st Street and continues along Dayton Avenue. The parade concludes at 7th Street and Bay Avenue at approximately 1:00 pm. Parade check will

be located at the corner of 7th Street and Chesapeake Avenue.

Again this year, the parade will include local school groups, antique cars, motorcycles, floats sponsored by local organizations and merchants, elected officials, children of all ages, pets and their owners, Mrs. Claus and of course Santa riding on a North Beach Volunteer Fire Department truck. At the conclusion of the parade, Santa visits with children and their families and will provide Christmas treats to all who attend.

Please let us know by November 20 if you will be able to participate this year so that we save you a place in the parade line-up. I can be reached by email at patcarpenterholidayparade@gmail.com.

We look forward to you joining us for our Ninth Annual Holiday Parade.

Sincerely, Bob Carpenter, Chairman Pat Carpenter Holiday Parade Commit

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Abandoned Cat Needs a Home Dear Chesapeake Current readers, A cat was taped into a tote box, completely sealed, with no air holes and abandoned here at Rude Ranch Animal Rescue in Davidsonville in the middle of the night last Friday night.

The cat had no fresh air and almost suffocated (good thing Bob got hungry this morning and wanted to go to Denny’s at 5:30 a.m.!)

A note attached to the tote box said the cat’s name is Onyx. He’s an intact male. Sweet but scared.

We have taken him to the Spay Spa & Neuter Nook for exam, neuter and vaccines.

We are looking for any information on who might’ve abandoned him, or his background.

We are also looking for a possible a home for him, so please contact us if you would be interested in adoption.

Thanks, Kathy Rude Rude Ranch Animal Rescue www.ruderanch.org Spay Spa & Neuter Nook www.SpaySpa.org (443) 607-6496

Onyx

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New Bluegrass Fundraisers Upcoming Dear Chesapeake Current readers, November 15 will kick off the season of the American Legion Bluegrass series presented by Jay Armsworthy & the Sons of The American Legion featuring upcoming act Adkins & Loudermilk along with The James King Band.

The American Legion Post #238 is located on the corner of MD Rt. 231 & Rt. 381 in Hughesville. Admission will be $20.00 per person, under 12 admitted free with a paying adult.

Two of Bluegrass music’s most admired players, Dave Adkins and Edgar Loudermilk, joined forces with the official formation of Adkins & Loudermilk in 2013. They have certainly hit the ground running with their impressive tour schedule and receiving critical acclaim and tremendous chart success for their solo albums and are now celebrating their first album release, Adkins & Loudermilk on Mountain Fever Records. They have both spent years supporting some of bluegrass music’s most highly lauded artists, including Rhonda Vincent, Marty Raybon, IIIrd Tyme Out, and Adkins having a deep well of contribution spending time playing bluegrass at Dollywood and most recently heading his own group, Dave Adkins and Republik Steele . Their impressive vocal and instrumental talents, along with their high energy stage performances, have certainly garnered them a loyal legion of fans.

With his 1993 solo album, “These Old Pictures,” James King was established as a topnotch bluegrass vocalist. The album, however, was only the latest step in a musical career that had begun 14 years before. Following a stint in the Marines, King launched his musical career in 1979. A featured member of Ralph Stanley’s Clinch Mountain Boys in the 1980s, King, who was raised in Virginia’s Carroll County, grew up listening to bluegrass. In 1985, his recording debut began on an album titled, “Stanley Brothers Classics with Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys and Introducing James King.”

After signing with Rounder Records, King’s career was propelled into overdrive. “These Old Pictures,” which featured members of the Johnson Mountain Boys and the Lynn Morris Band was named the “Breakthrough Album of the Year” by Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine and led to King being nominated as “Emerging Artist of the Year” by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 1995.

In 1997, King joined with Dudley Connell, Marshall Wilborn, Glen Duncan, Joe Mullins and Don Rigsby to form the bluegrass super group Longview. King’s latest release, titled, “Three Chords and the Truth”, proves King at his best. Featuring hard-driving, soulful traditional bluegrass and old school honkytonk country, the album was nominated for a Grammy in 2014. “Three Chords and the Truth” is a landmark album.

Fans and followers of James King know that it’s been hard times up and down the road for the bluegrass balladeer. The past year has found him in and out of hospitals for what was initially suspected to be kidney stones. After lengthy stays in the hospital, it was determined that

James King.

King was experiencing liver problems. Attempts to remedy the problems with both medications and diet were helpful but not sufficient. All of this follows a tragedy just 1 a year of losing his daughter in a car crash.

King is currently placed on a liver transplant list, at which point attempts will be made to match him with a suitable living tissue donor.

He is still touring as best he can, though he has to remain seated on stage when he performs.

While worried about what the future may hold, King remains upbeat and positive. The support he receives from fans and friends out on the road has done him a world of good.

In the wider picture, James is doing much better than he had a year ago. He is able to walk under his own power, and is living with a loving family that is dedicated to his care and wellbeing. All he needs now is to be approved for the transplant, and find a suitable donor.

James King has never had the opportunity

to perform in Southern Maryland, but it is fortunate that King was willing to fill in for the original scheduled group, Detour. So for James King fans, here’s an opportunity to catch one of his shows here in Southern Maryland and share an encouraging word. He would love to see his fans.

Other upcoming shows in the series of American Legion Bluegrass include Remington Ryde from Pennsylvania along with local favorites, Bubby Abell & Spoon Creek on Jan. 3, 2016; by popular demand, the award winning Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out along with local singer songwriter David Norris on Sun., Feb. 14, 2016; and closing out the series will be the award winning band, The Boxcars along with Josh Grigsby & County Line on Sun., Mar. 20, 2016. As always, our sound is by Troy Jones.

All shows begin at 2:00 pm with the doors opening at noon. Food will be available for sale before the shows. For more information, tickets, and directions, go to americanlegionbluegrass. com or call (301) 737-3004. All paid tickets will be held at the door for pick up on the day of the show. You can purchase them in advance by sending a check or money order to: “Jay Armsworthy,” PO Box 741, California, MD 20619. You are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items for the Helping Hands Food Bank in Southern Maryland.

James Armsworthy California, MD

Aw… Shucks a Great Success

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Aww… Shucks Oyster Social fundraiser held on Sat., Oct. 24 at the Calvert Marine Museum at Solomons celebrated the Dee of St. Mary’s, one of the few remaining sailing skipjacks on the Chesapeake Bay. The event raised over $20,000 and proceeds will support replacing the rigging and repairing the mast to keep this wonderful Chesapeake vessel sailing into the future.

“Aww… Shucks was a fundraiser in the truest sense because it cost us very little to put on.

Virtually all of the money we raised is going to support the Dee of St. Mary’s. It’s quite a tribute, both to the community and to the importance of preserving our skipjack,” said Deputy Director, Sherrod Sturrock.

Special thanks go out to the community support received from event sponsors ranging in gifts of $25 up to $5,000. Held under the lighthouse and in the ambiance of the Patuxent Small Craft Center, there were almost 100 people in attendance. Oysters scalded and on the half shell were donated by Capt.

Smith’s Seafood Market, Hollywood Oyster Company, Johnny Oyster Seed Company, Kellam’s Seafood – Point Lookout Oyster Company, Patuxent Seafood Company, and Shore Thing Shellfish, LLC. A wide variety of delicious hors’ d oeuvres were donated by local restaurants including Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill, Boomerang’s Original Ribs, Charles Street Brasserie, Isaac’s

Left to Right: Captain Jack Russell, John Fulchiron, First Mate on the Dee and Brian Russell from Shore Thing Shellfish.

Restaurant and Pub, Lotus Kitchen, Ruddy Duck Brewery and Grill, Stoney’s Kingfishers, The Island Hideaway, The Lighthouse Restaurant and Dock Bar, and Zahniser’s Dry Dock Restaurant.

Live music by the waterfront was provided

by Jeff Farius and Gary Rue. Seasonal brews and wine were compliments of Bozick Distributors. A silent auction featuring Dee inspired original artwork and collectibles, as well as a private sail with Captain Jack Russell, raised over $3,000.

Plan to join us next year on Sat., Oct. 22, 2016, for an evening of good food, fun and friendship, all while supporting the Dee of St. Mary’s, our treasured Chesapeake workboat.

Traci Cimini Calvert Marine Museum

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Barbara Bishop, 66 Barabara June Parran Bishop was born May 25, 1949 to Mattie Gorman and Robert Parran (deceased). God called his angel home to rest suddenly on Oct. 13, 2015 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick at age 66.

She attended Calvert Elementary, William Sampson Brooks High before graduating from Calvert High School in 1967. She was an Honors student at Bowie State University.

Barbara loved school and children so much that she decided to become an employee of the school system.

Her dedication to help educate and nurture children in the school system lasted 35 years. You may have encountered her warm smile and bubbly personality at either of the following elementary schools: Huntingtown, Island Creek, Mutual or Windy Hill. She retired from the school system and went into the field of home health care.

Barbara enjoyed working with her clients; always willing to assist in whatever was needed from her to make them comfortable. She would often say that her clients made her feel like a member of their family.

Barbara had a heart of gold, a sweet spirit, and was kind. She was always giving of herself with time for family members and friends.

Barbara made sure that everyone was happy and was always willing to put other’s needs first.

She was famous for her baked beans at family gatherings, for decorating for birthday parties, and for being a collector of her beautiful angels and anything puppy related.

Barbara enjoyed shopping, eating out at her favorite restaurants; not to mention her daily trips to Roland’s for their fried chicken wings, as well as spending time with family members and close friends.

Her granddaughters gave her such joy that she would be so excited to spend time with them and they to love to be with Grandma.

Barbara loved football and was a diehard Redskins fan.

Barbara was united in Holy matrimony on Nov. 1, 1969 to Dwight Bishop, Sr. From this union, her pride and joy, Dwight Bishop, Jr. was born.

She was a faithful servant of Plum Point United Methodist Church.

Her services consist of ushering, SPRC and The United Methodist Women.

Barbara leaves behind her devoted mother, Mattie Gorman, first, last and only son, Dwight

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Bishop, Jr. (Shaquisha); adorable granddaughters, Olivia and Marissa Bishop, adopted parents, Genious and Betty Gorman, Robert and Jean Conway, second mother, Beuna Weems, godson, Ernest Thompson, Ill (EJ), second son, J. Lee Myers, brothers and sisters, Eugene Parran, Sr. (Irene). Alvin Wills, Sr.(Paulette), Melvenna Thompson (Ernest), Genious Gorman, Jr. (Anita), Koren Brown (Tyrone), Patricia Gorman. Reginald Berry, Sr. (Carlise), Rodell Berry (Angela).

Sylvester Parran, Develand Campbell (Myra), and Lavern Moore, Gene Campbell, Andrea “Chris” Banks, Dale P. Brown (Paul). Verna B. Wilson (Lovall), Robert Parran (Michelle), Delanda Bartens-Perez, Satura Bridgewater, Chea Parran, Doris Sarumi, and Carlene Holland.

She was predeceased by siblings Ivy Dent, Gil Washington, Sr. and Norman Parran.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Bill Day, 92 William (Bill) P. Day, age 92, of Davidsonville, passed away peacefully on Oct. 3, 2015 in the presence of his family.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Alice W. Day; his daughters, Donna Day Dick, Debra Day and Doris Day Graham; his siblings, Eugene Day and Dorothy Day; and 14 grand children, 28 great grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Pliny P. Day and Lena Todd Day of Chevy Chase, MD; his siblings, Howard, Douglas and Elizabeth; grandson, Eric Emmett Graham and great granddaughter, Jessica Lynn Gladhill.

He was born Jan. 19, 1923 in Baltimore, and spent his childhood

on the family farm in Dickerson, MD. He retired from United Technology in 1985 after working for 37 years as a sales engineer.

He was an avid outdoors man. His hobbies included bird watching, hunting and fishing.

He possessed a vast knowledge of animals, trees and plants; which, he enthusiastically shared with his children and grandchildren.

Bill served in the United States Air Force during World War II and was the recipient of a Purple Heart. On November 4, 1944, Bill’s plane was shot down off the coast of Corsica on his 60th mission.

He was credited for saving the life of one of his fellow crewmembers during that mission.

Bill was recognized as a National Champion Skeet Shooter. He was the past President and co-owner of Prince George’s Rod and Gun Club.

He was an active and dedicated member of the Millington Sportsman Association.

He will be remembered by his family as a gentle and caring man with a profound love and respect for nature. His wisdom will be missed by all who knew him.

George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Wilbur Hawkins, 63 Wilbur Richard Hawkins Sr. was born Sept. 9, 1952, the son of the late Owen M. Hawkins, Sr. and Bertie Harris Hawkins departed his life suddenly on Sat., Oct. 10, 2015 at his home in Prince Frederick.

Wilbur was united in Holy Matrimony to Cordelia Brooks on Sept. 16, 1978. From this union there were two children: Erica and Wilbur Jr. Wilbur was educated in the

Calvert County Public Schools. He was a member of Mt. Olive United Methodist Church. He served his country in the US Army. He worked for Beltway Iron for fourteen years and was a construction worker for 25 years.

Wilbur enjoyed spending time with his family in friends, fishing, going to the racetrack, taking cruises and going to the York fair.

He also enjoyed attending church and watching football. His favorite team is the New York Giants and his favorite food was turkey legs.

Wilbur leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Cordelia; two children, Erica and Wilbur Jr.; two grandchildren, Leida Saltzmann and Aden Hawkins; three sisters, Majetta Chase, Beverly Jones (John), and Viva Comlin.

He also leaves in-laws; Cinderella, Darlene, Janice, Ronald, Maurice, Terry, James (Gail), Theresa, Thelma B., Thelma W., Tina and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Owen and Bertie Hawkins, brother; Owen Hawkins Jr., two sisters; Thelma and Patricia Hawkins, father-in-law; Henry Brooks, sister-in-law; Veronica Lee Jones and Zelma, nephew; Anthony Chase and brother-in-law; Richard Chase.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince

Frederick handled arrangements.

Leslie Jones, 85 Leslie Jones was born to the late Hance and Magnolia Jones, on July 5, 1930.

Leslie departed this life, Oct. 17, 2015 at age 85 after a long illness.

Leslie was educated in the public schools of Calvert County.

Leslie married the late Alice Marie Rice and from this union they were blessed with five children, Ronald, Sr., Dorinda, George, Todd, and Emma.

Leslie worked for Blake Construction Company for several years. Upon leaving Blake Construction Company, Les continued working in the tobacco fields and on farms to provide for his family.

Leslie truly enjoyed his family.

He enjoyed dancing and family gatherings. You could drive past Ponds Wood Road and see him sitting under the tree with family and friends listening to good music and talking to relatives.

He leaves behind his sons: Leslie, Jr., Ronald, Sr. (Edith), George “Ricky” (Dolly), and Todd Jones; two daughters, Dorinda (Eugene) Foote and Emma Claggett;

eight grandchildren, Ronald, Jr. (Sherry), Damian (Harmony), Jermaine (Heather), and Jason (Tricia) Jones, and Von (Leticia) Foote, Shante (Elliott) Freeland, and Nakida Claggett; 14 greatgrandchildren, Keonna, Noah, Shyra, Caleb, Isabella, Chloe and Donte Jones, Zanae, Elliott, Jr., and Aasya Freeland, Devonte and Jayden Foote, Kweli Mackall, and Destiny Johnson; three brothers, George (Claire), Carroll (Gloria), and Vernon (Sylvia) Jones; special friends, Ricardo Booth and Troye, (Twanda) Reid, and Vaughn Reid, Jr. Siblings Sidney and Dorothy Jones, and Vivian Brown preceded him in rest.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

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Richard Keefe, 65 Richard Thomas Keefe, age 65, of North Beach passed away Nov. 4, 2015 in Baltimore surrounded by family. He was born Sept. 4, 1950 in Washington, D.C. to Richard Thomas and Gladys Marie (Reynolds) Keefe. Richard was raised in D.C. and Mt. Rainier.

He attended St. James Catholic School, Northwestern High School and graduated from Bladensburg High School. He married Diane Baxter in 1972 and they lived in Colmar Manor before moving to North Beach in 1981.

Richard owned and operated Chessie’s Cove in Chesapeake Beach for ten years and also RTK Enterprises for 30 years. He was an

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accomplished pool player and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Richard is survived by his wife Diane Lynn Keefe, daughter Dawn M. Strickler and son Richard T. Keefe, Jr., all of North Beach. Also surviving are his mother Gladys Marie Keefe, brother Steven Keefe and wife Patti of Chesapeake Beach, grandchildren Britney, Brett, Dillan, Summer and Stella, and great-grandchildren Caleb and Mark, Jr. Richard was preceded in death by his father, Richard, brother James Lawrence Keefe and granddaughter Lily.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Richard Keefe Memorial Fund at gofundme.com.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Mary Nutwell, 92 Mary Louise Nutwell, age 92, a lifelong resident of Deale, passed away Oct. 27, 2015 at the Mandrin Hospice House in Harwood. She was born August 17, 1923 in Deale to Tracy and Dora (Marshall) Randall. She graduated from Southern High School. Mary

married John B. “Bunny” Nutwell on August 17, 1944 in Annapolis, and they made their home in Deale, until moving to Pasadena in 2009 with their son.

She worked at Tracey’s Elementary in the cafeteria, retiring in 1986.

Mary was a lifelong member of Cedar Grove UMC in Deale, where she enjoyed attending the many church functions and was a member of the choir. She also cleaned the church for many years. She enjoyed cooking, watching an occasional baseball game, and in her younger years was an accomplished ice skater.

She is survived by a son John B. Nutwell, Jr. and wife Deborah of Pasadena, grandson J. Ross Nutwell of Pasadena, and great-grandson Mason Ross Nutwell of Elkhart, IN. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Bunny on Nov. 26, 2011.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

William Pitts, 82 William Henry Pitts, age 82, of Dunkirk, passed away in his home on Oct. 31, 2015. He was born in Washington, DC on March 20, 1933 to the late Charles and Ruth Righter Pitts. He and his family

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lived in Bladensburg, MD before moving to Calvert County in 1971.

William graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park. He served in the Unites States Army during the time of the Korean War and was last employed in park maintenance.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Phyllis; daughters, Tina Louise Mumaw of Prince Frederick, and Jennifer Pitts of Dunkirk.

A son, Nathan Lee Pitts; brother, John Pitts and sister, Dorothy Leonarda have predeceased him.

Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Doris Tettimer, 91 Doris Woolford Tettimer, age 91, of St. Leonard, passed away on Oct. 31, 2015 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. She was born Feb. 15, 1924 and lived her entire life in Calvert County. She graduated from Calvert High School in 1940 and proceeded to start her family of six children.

She was a member of St. Paul’s Methodist Church and a charter member of the Company 7 Alarmers in St. Leonard. Her most joy came when she cooked Sunday

dinners for her large family, in her tiny kitchen. Her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends will cherish the memory of those moments forever.

Doris is survived by three children, Doris Ann Weems (Maurice), Patricia E. Tettimer (Lars), James E. Tettimer (Lisa), a daughter-in-law Pam Tettimer, her sister Sandra Younger (Tom) and her brother-in-law Robert Miller.

Her eight grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, Tracy Atherton (Jason), Thomas Hance, Melissa Thrasher (Brian), Christopher Tettimer (Donna), Jennifer GilbertDuran (Chuck), Jessica GilbertFrey (Cary), Joshua Tettimer, and Matthew Tettimer (Kara). She is also survived by 13 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Marguerite Dowell Woolford, her father Thomas A. Woolford, her husband William A. Tettimer, three children, William Tettimer, Jr., Myrtle Hance, Thomas Tettimer, one grandson Kevin Tettimer, her sister Augusta Belle Miller (Robert), her brother Thomas A. Woolford, Jr., and her son-in-law Thomas L. Hance.

Doris will be missed by not only her family, but by all the people she touched in her life, including her

best friend and neighbor “Bibby” Thompson. The family wishes to thank the workers at Calvert County Nursing Center for the compassion and care they showed her in her final years of life.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Calvert County Nursing Center or Calvert Hospice.

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Lisa Pace, 53 Lisa Ann Pace, age 53, passed away at her home in Prince Frederick on Oct. 26, 2015, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.

Lisa was born Aug. 31, 1962, in Torrington, CT and is survived by her adoring parents, Joseph and Dolores Pace, devoted husband, Fernando Marcelo, and loving son, Christian.

Lisa will be remembered by a large affectionate family, which includes many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Friends will remember Lisa as being caring, compassionate, and loyal.

Lisa graduated from Bethlehem Catholic High School in Pennsylvania. She obtained a degree in criminology from University of New Haven, CT. A life-long civil servant committed to the safety and security of the U.S., Lisa was first employed in 1984 as a Special Agent with the Department of the Navy.

She worked for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) in the U.S. and was then transferred to Rota, Spain where she met Fernando fell in love, and they were married in Nov., 1991. In 1992, Lisa was transferred to Virginia Beach, VA where she and Fernando resided for over four years.

During that time their son, Christian, was born in Aug., 1995.

In 1996, Lisa was transferred to Headquarters, NCIS in Washington, D.C. where she, Fernando, and Christian moved to Calvert County. She left NCIS and began working for the Nuclear Regulation Commission (NRC) in Rockville, MD, and then later medically-retired from the Department of Treasury in 2013.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing the guitar, gardening, and traveling - especially to Spain, where her extended family resides.

Memorial Donations may be made to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick MD 20678.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Dee Sheckells, 83 Dolores Margaret “Dee” Sheckells, age 83, a lifelong resident of South County, passed away on Oct. 28, 2015. Born on Feb. 23, 1932 in Annapolis to the late Salvador and Violet Hiponia, Dee loved spending time with her family, and looked forward to holidays, and Hiponia family reunions.

She is survived by five children, Donna Gezelle Norris, Cindy Gezelle Koch, Cherie Gezelle Lagana, Jimmy LesCallett and Bill LesCallett; one brother, Joe Hiponia and three sisters, Maria Pettit, Anita Pryor and Verna Radcliff; 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Dee was preceded in death by her husband, James J. Sheckells.

A funeral service was held atat St. James’ Church, Lothian and

interment was at the St. James’ Cemetery.

George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Ginny Windsor, 45 Marlene Virginia “Ginny” Windsor, age 45, a 15year resident of Edgewater and previously of Shady Side, died at her home on Oct. 28 of natural causes. Born on March 17, 1970 to the late Mary and Ronald Napier, Sr., Ginny attended Southern High School and was a certified pharmacy tech.

She was a homemaker and stay at home mom most of her life.

Ginny enjoyed crocheting, playing on Facebook, the Dallas Cowboys and spending time with family and friends. She loved her grandkids and her dog, Cody James with all her heart and she loved making others happy.

Ginny is survived by her husband, Craig Allen Windsor, whom she married on Dec. 10, 2002; her children, Raymond Rinehart, Jr. of Vallejo, CA, Ryann Clarke of Shady Side, Markie Scharch of Clarksville, TN, Jesiyka Slavens and Ashlee Windsor both of Edgewater; her stepson, Joseph Windsor of

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Harwood; her siblings, Robin Gift of Chester, Ronald Napier, Jr. of Spring City, TN and Kevin Napier, Sr. of Edgewater and her grandsons, Benjamin Rhodes, Jr. of Edgewater and Jace Rinehart of Vallejo, CA. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Windsor Family Fund, 3719 3rd Ave., Edgewater, MD 21037.

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County Volunteer Center now has a Holiday Volunteer Guide listing opportunities through December!

Volunteer to support your favorite cause, even when you are short of cash. Receive a free Holiday Volunteer Guide by stopping by the Volunteer Center, located at 2666 Riva Road, Suite 130, Annapolis, MD 21401 or via e-mail by sending a request to ask.aacvc@outlook. com. It is also posted on the Volunteer Center’s Website: aacvc.org/Resources. For more info, call (410) 897-9207.

Pets

Calvert County Humane Society Meet “Pearl” (below) Pearl is a female, five-year-old Pit Bull X. Here is Pearl’s description directly from the children that live in her foster home. We think they describe her the best!

“Pearl is an incredible dog. She immediately loved all of us from the first time we picked her up! She is always willing to give us tons of kisses! Every day she is happy!

She was always there watching us from a window while we played outside. We waved as if she could wave back!

She doesn’t have a bunch of energy, but she definitely enjoyed cuddling next to our dog, Bruce. She loved all of our dogs. Her favorite night is movie night because she knew she was going to get some treats. She is an easy dog to walk and she loves going for car rides through the country roads out here. This dog is really great and we hope she finds her forever home soon! She would fit in with any family. All she wants is love, food, and tons of belly rubs, (don’t mind her big saggy boobies… and don’t worry, Pearl is getting spayed this week so she never has to have puppies again!) Contact is: mindy@hsccrescue.com.

Just as a reminder, Prince Frederick Chrysler generously pays the adoption fees each week for the Dog of the Week! Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Rd., Sunderland MD 20689.

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CPS Announces Test Results Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has released local high school data from the 2015 administration of the PARCC assessments. This release follows the public presentation of state-level data on Oct. 27.

The results set a new baseline that will help to determine if students are on track to graduate ready for college or careers.

Calvert County Public Schools (CPS) Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry said, “We are so glad to finally receive the results of the tests that we saw for the first time last spring.

Our teachers, principals and subject area specialists are eager to dig in to the details and make adjustments so that we can improve our performance next year.”

Students enrolled in English 10, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2 took the PARCC assessments last spring. Students will receive individual scores, but scores will not be used for student or educator accountability this year. In the coming months, the State Board will determine how the data will be used going forward.

The assessment uses a five-point score scale set by Maryland educators and others: • Level 5 - Exceeded Expectations • Level 4 - Met Expectations • Level 3 - Approached Expectations • Level 2 - Partially Met Expectations • Level 1 - Did Not Yet Meet Expectations At this time, MSDE defines scores at

Levels 4 and 5 as demonstrating readiness for college or careers.

On the English assessment, over half of Calvert County Public Schools 10th graders 51.5% - scored at a Level 4 and 5 combined, which are the two highest levels on the PARCC five-point score scale, compared to 39.7% in Maryland.

Calvert County Public Schools continues to align its curriculum with the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards. In math, the process began at the elementary level and is progressing through the high school courses. This sequence of alignment was chosen to ensure that students have the prerequisite knowledge prior to beginning a course.

“It’s important to note that we did not fall behind in the curricular transition,” said Dr. Curry. “Math is a foundational subject, and it was most responsible to build a curriculum with students in mind. We have not yet introduced a revised Algebra 2 curriculum aligned with Common Core, which explains our Algebra 2 results. The new sequence calls for Geometry to follow Algebra I, and that is our focus this year. Our plan, established a few years ago, introduces the revised Algebra II curriculum in the FY17 school year.”

On the Algebra 1 assessment, 29.4% of CPS students scored at a Level 4 and 5 combined, compared to 31.2% in Maryland.

On Maryland’s first-ever Algebra 2 assessment, 6.5% of CPS students scored at a Level 4 and 5 combined, compared to 20.2% in Maryland.

In future years, PARCC results will be available in early summer. That timeline will provide educators with more opportunities to make instructional adjustments based on the data.

PARCC results cannot be compared with

the Maryland School Assessment (MSA), which the State used for a decade, both because this is a new test and a different test. PARCC is the first assessment aligned to Maryland’s College and Career Ready Standards, which set a higher bar for student learning.

Results for PARCC assessments in grades 3-8 will be made available by MSDE in December.

AA Bike Advisory Liaisons Named Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh is appointing 11 citizen members and 10 ex officio government representatives to the Anne Arundel County Bicycle Advisory Commission (“AACBAC”), who will advise the county on bicycle related policy and budgetary issues.

“This is a vital step in building a safe, interconnected network of trails, and on road protected bike lanes for transportation and recreation,” said Schuh. “This is a key element of our JumpStart Anne Arundel capital program and will help make our county the best place to live, work and start a business in Maryland.”

“The primary concern for cyclists riding home, or to work, school or even travelling and shopping is not whether they are on a city, county, state road or trail,” said

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AACBAC Chair Jon Korin. “They just want to travel safely. This commission brings all of the parties together to build out a safe bike route network.”

The South County citizen appointee is Stoney Simons of Galesville.

This new Commission is another step among several other recent initiatives to improve bicycle safety and encourage bicycle travel around the county. Anne Arundel County and BikeAAA have already collaborated on Bike to Work Day, the recent Lifeline100 community bike event, recently installed East Coast Greenway signs, and bike safety rodeos provided for more than 1,000 children. In addition, through a grant from the Maryland Highway Safety Office, more than 500 free bike helmets have been provided to county children.

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North Beach House & Garden Club Poinsettia Sale 6.5” poinsettias, red or variegated. $10 each.

Grown by Musselman Greenhouses in Gettysburg, Pa. Profits will be donated to the North Beach Christmas-on-the-Beach event.

Orders must be received by Nov. 14. Pick up on Dec. 5, 1:00-4:00 p.m. at NB Public Works Bldg., 4030 11th St. To order by mail, indicate the type (red or variegated) and quantity; mail w/ check made to North Beach House & Garden Club, PO Box 153, North Beach, MD 20714.

Order in person: drop off your order and payment in cash or check. Please call Deborah Noyes (571) 334-0289 for location!

Turkey Shoots The Shady Side Community Center is hosting fall Sunday Turkey Shoots starting at noon

on Nov. 15 and 22 at 1431 Snug Harbor Rd., Shady Side. Prizes include ham, turkey, bacon, sausage, shrimp, beef and more. Refreshments will be available for purchase. No advance sales, 20 targets per shoot, only 12-gauge shoulder held guns with a maximum 30” barrel length are permitted. Turkey Chokes prohibited. A portion of the proceeds will benefit various South County charitable and youth organizations. Info: (410) 867-2599.

Thru Nov. 30 Out of Our Minds Zone!

Enjoy an exhibit of new work presented by two of calvART Gallery’s superb artists, Lonnie Harkins and Dave Wardrup, who step outside their comfort zones and produce art that is different from their usual creations. Look forward to speaking with the artists during the opening

reception at the calvART Gallery on Sat., Nov. 14 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Contact Lonnie Harkins, (410) 326-7199 or baronvonsmoogle@netscape. net. The calvART Gallery is in the Prince Frederick Shopping Ctr. at the intersection of Rt. 4 & 231. Open Wed. through Sun. from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Visit calvartgallery.org, or call (410) 535-9252. The calvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County.

Nov. 14 through Jan. 2 Decoration Celebration Find unique handcrafted ornaments for your holiday display at Annmarie Garden’s 8th annual Ornament Show & Sale. This unique shopping opportunity is a juried show featuring extraordinary ornaments made by regional artists. The Main Gallery in the Arts Bldg. is the venue where the ornaments are hung on trees for

display. Peruse and pick your favorites. Admission to the ornament show area is free during normal business hours. Beginning Dec. 4, a $6 admission fee provides access to the show and the annual holiday Garden In Lights display. This magical outdoor tour takes visitors on a trip through glittering woods to view amazing light sculptures.

It’s a great way to welcome the holidays.

CSM Main Stage Theatre: “Oliver!”

The classic tale of an orphan boy who struggles to find a better life. $15 adults, $12 military/seniors/ youth; 7:30 p.m., Nov. 12 & 19; 8:00 p.m., Nov. 13,14 & 20; and 2:00 p.m. Nov. 21. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Bldg, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata.

Call (301) 934-7828 for info.

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clothing, home decor, accessories and other holiday items. Food will be available for purchase.

9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. North Beach Fire Hall, 8536 Bayside Rd., Chesapeake Beach.

Chess Saturdays: Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts-please join us (with or without your own chess set) from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! Register for Chess Saturdays for a reminder. Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake Beach. For info or to register call (410) 257-2411.

Care to Wine: Gather for food, wine and more at this fundraising event to benefit Adult Day Care of Calvert County. $25/person. 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Fridays Creek Winery, 3485 Chaneyville Rd., Owings. Ticket reservations and information (410) 535-0133 or visit adcofcalvertcounty.org.

Country Dance: If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. $15/person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Public welcome.

American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach, Upper Level Ballroom.

Make reservations at LBloyer@verizon.net. For info call (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org.

Sunday, Nov 15 Sun., Nov. 15 Fall Nature Hike: Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park, Ward Rd., Dunkirk. 9:00-11:30 a.m. Info (410) 535-5327.

Patterson Tour: A guided tour of the beautiful Point Farm 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens that was the country retreat of the late Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. 2:00-3:30 p.m. $10 - Adult (10 – 54). $8 - Senior (55+).

Reservations call Betty Seifert (410) 586-8578 or email betty.seifert@maryland.gov. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. Visit: jefpat.org.

Mon., & Thu., Nov. 19., Nov 19 MonNov. ., N16ov 16 & Thu Zentangling, ZenDoodling, Coloring: It’s the new craze... meditative drawing, adult coloring, zentangle... basically scribbling away the stress. The library will supply regular copy

paper, coloring pages, colored pencils and a few Sharpies. If you would like to bring your own supplies, that’s OK! Mon., 12:30-2:00 p.m. and Thu. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Info (410) 535-0291.

Mon., Nov.M 16onday, Nov 16 Calvert Eats Local: Encourage local agriculture, discover ways to eat locally, and share resources, energy, good ideas and great food! The menu depends on locally available ingredients. Reserve your spot for this celebration. $26/person includes tax and tip. Checks should be made payable to Dream Weaver Café. 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Dream Weaver Café, 114 Solomons Island Rd. (in Prince Frederick Shopping Center, near the Greene Turtle/Sakura Steakhouse) (410) 5354355. dreamweavercatering@gmail.com.

Tue., Nov. 17 Tuesday, Nov 17 Steak Dinner: Order direct from the grill master. $15 includes all the trimmings and a beverage.

5:30-7:00 p.m. American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach, lower-level dining room. Public welcome. Info (301) 855-6466.

American Legion Auxiliary 206 Meeting: 7:00 p.m. Upper Level Hall, Chesapeake Beach Stallings-Williams Post. All members are encouraged to attend and bring their ideas to share. For information, call President Marcellas (301) 399-7995. ALPost206.org.

W18ednesday, Nov 18 Wed., Nov. NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Bay Area Chapter No. 1363, Southern Anne Arundel County, holds its regular monthly meeting at 12:00 noon at Pirate’s Cove Restaurant, 4817 Riverside Dr., Galesville. Guest speaker will be Fred Delp, Exec. Dir., National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for Anne Arundel County. The subject of his presentation will be helping those with mental illness, their families and loved ones. Lunch is ordered from the menu.

Members and guests are welcome. Info call (410) 867-2207, (410)741-1750 or visit facebook.

com/narfe1363.

Memoirs & Creative Writing Workshop: Join author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie as she encourages the art of creative memoir writing.

Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your memoir, 500-800 words, to work on and share with the group. 2:00-3:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. (410) 535-0291. calvert.lib.md.us.

Pizza Night: Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 5:00-8:00 p.m. $8 plus $1/extra topping. Lower Level Dining Room, Rt. 260, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. East. Info (301) 855-6644. ALPost206.org.

Doc-Talk-Salt of the Earth: An exclusive screening of the acclaimed film based on the life of photographer Sebastião Salgado. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. Info: (410) 3265289. hursday, Nov 19 Thu., Nov.T19 NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter 1466, meets at 1:00 p.m. at the Calvert Pines Senior Center, West Dares Beach Rd. Prince Frederick.

Three short presentations on Calvert County Health Services for Seniors will be followed by a short business session. Come for an early lunch at 11:30, at the IHOP in Prince Frederick.

Active and Retired Federal employees, current and prospective members, non-members and guests are welcome. For NARFE membership information and application, call (410) 5861441 or email NARFE1466@gmail.com.

Family Night Lego Mania: Fun family activity!

For parents and kids K-7! The theme this month is Pirates. 7:00-8:00 p.m. Calvert Library Fairview, 8129 So.Md. Blvd., Owings. 410) 2572101.

Let’s Talk: Mental Health & Substance Abuse: Showing of the HBO documentary, “My Depression‐The Up and Down and Up of It.” 7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library, Rm. 1, Prince

Baked Pork Loin Dinner: This tantalizing dinner with trimmings, salad, and beverage will impress your taste buds. $12 per person. Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206. 5:30-7:00 p.m. Lower level dining room, Rt.260, Chesapeake Beach.

Questions (301) 855-6466. Public Welcome.

ALpost206.org.

Pub Quiz: The library won’t help you find the answers. But there will be plenty of tough questions! Pre-register for $60 per team of up to six adults. $300 prize to the winning team!

Limited space, register early at any Calvert Library location! Must pay to be considered registered. $5 per spectator. Only 20 spaces for spectators; register in advance! Friends of Calvert Library fundraiser. Wine and beer are $5, snacks are free.

Quizmaster is Robbie McGaughran. 6:30-10 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Contact: Robyn Truslow (410) 535-0291.

Saturday, Nov 14 Sat., Nov. 14 Calvert County Farmers Market: 7:30 a.m.12:00 p.m. Calvert County Fairgrounds, Barstow. (410) 535-4583.

Hazardous Waste Collection Day: Certain household products may contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients. Calvert County residents can properly dispose of these products for free. 8:00 a.m-2:00 p.m. at the Appeal Landfill, 401 Sweetwater Rd., Lusby. Proof of residency required; commercial businesses prohibited. For more info call (410) 326-0210.

Holiday Craft Bazaar: Friendship UMC. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Tables $20. Also lunch and bake table. (410) 257-7133, (410) 741-5268, bsuedean@comcast.net, or visit friendshipmethodistchurch.org.

Church is 1 block east of Friendship Circle on Route 2; 1-1/3 miles north of the light at Rts. 2 & 260 in Owings.

Holiday Extravaganza: NBVFD Auxiliary hosts a crafts, jewelry, unique homemade gifts,

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CURRENT EVENTS Frederick. Sponsored by: Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc., Calvert Substance Abuse Services & Prescription Drug Abuse Abatement Council. Registration required - Seating Limited.

To register or for more info call (410) 535‐FREE. Book Buffet: Discuss “The Mischievians” by William Joyce over a delicious meal. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. To register call (410) 326-5289.

Fri., Nov. 20 Friday, Nov 20 Bumper Jacksons: Back by popular demand, deeply rooted in their love for jazz, blues, swing, and old-time country. $10/advance at bit.ly//Maritime Concerts and $15 at the door (cash/check only).

7:00 p.m. in the Harms Gallery, Calvert Marine Museum, 14200, Solomons Island Rd., Solomons.

For info visit calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Spaghetti & Meatballs Dinner: An informal dinner from 5:30-7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post 206, lower-level dining room, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Dinner includes all the trimmings, salad & beverage for $12. Info (301) 855-6466. Public welcome.

Membership Meeting: Members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the regular meeting. 7:00 p.m., Upper Level Meeting Hall, American Legion Post , Chesapeake Beach on Rt. 260. (301) 855-6466.

ALpost206.org.

Saturday, Nov 21 Sat., Nov. 21 Shredding Event: Destroy unwanted paper and documents to help prevent identity theft. All paper accepted; no limit per resident. Calvert County residents only. No businesses accepted. 8:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. Huntingtown H.S., 4125 Solomons Island Rd. Info (410) 326-0210 or visit co.cal. md.us/recycle.

Soup and Much More: Purchase delicious homemade soup and baked goodies; shop crafters, vendors and treasures tables. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, 5965 Deale Churchton Rd., Deale. Info (410) 8677417.

Annual Holiday Bazaar: Vendors will offer holiday-themed items and items suitable for gifts.

The Auxiliary will offer light breakfast and specialty luncheon meals and drinks, plus a bake table, various raffles, music, and many other tables plus Santa to round out the festive mood. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The American Legion Auxiliary StallingsWilliams Post 206, Chesapeake Beach, Rt. 260, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. East. Info: Brenda Miller (443) 964-5722, email B.Miller8069@ comcast.net.

International Gaming Day: Compete against friends to win prizes and become the ultimate Mario Kart champion! For ages 8-12. 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. Pre-registration required. Battle for supremacy and great prizes! Ages 13+, Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Registration required. Contact Robyn Truslow

(410) 535-0291. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. Visit calvert.lib.md.us.

Childrens MakerSpace: See what you can build.

A large supply of Legos, including some Lego Duplos, are provided. Activities will also include craft stations. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.G. Trueman Rd., Solomons. Info: (410) 326-5289.

Sweet Treat Express: Families! Build a train engine out of sweets! Presented by the Railway Museum.

Free, drop-ins welcome. 2:00-3:30p.m. at the Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach. Questions (301)855-4028.

Sun., Nov. 22Sunday, Nov 22 Holiday Gift Show: Annual gift show featuring unique items and exclusive crafts. Visit Santa.

Face painting, games and treats. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Dunkirk Fire Dept., 3170 W. Ward Rd. Sponsored by non-profit Windows of Strength.

Call (443)-951-5125, (410) 279-1502 or visit windowsofstrength.org.

Mon., Nov. M 23 onday, Nov 23 Herblock: The Black & the White: Learn more about Herb Block, one of the most feared and celebrated political cartoonist in the country. The library will show the HBO documentary directed

by Michael Stevens. Victor Navaksy, former publisher of The Nation said, “A must see movie for anyone who cares about cultural and political commentary, and a lot of fun to watch, too.” 6:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Info (410) 535-0291 Tuesday, Nov 24 Tue., Nov. 24 Meatball Subs with Cheese: Informal dinner 5:30-7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. $10, includes sides & beverage. Info (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org. Public welcome.

W25ednesday, Nov 25 Wed., Nov. Pizza Night: Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. in the Lower Level Dining Room, Chesapeake Beach Post 206, Rt. 260, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. East. $8 plus $1 per extra topping. Info (301) 855-6644. ALPost206.org.

Joint Thanksgiving Eve Worship: Carter’s Methodist, 7:30 p.m. All welcome! Carter’s UMC, 6715 Old Solomons Island Rd., Friendship. (410) 257-3942 or mail to: cartersumc@aol.com.

Thu., Nov.T26hursday, Nov 26 5th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner: The Spiritist Society of North Beach and the Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet host the opportunity to come together for those who are alone, in need, or simply want to share this special time with individuals in the area. Any contribution will be greatly appreciated to support this event. 12:002:30 p.m., 4110 3rd St., North Beach. For more info or questions call (301) 855-0282 or email: abigailsclassicalballet@comcast.net.

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