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Decking Your Halls

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Turkey will likely be the star of your Thanksgiving dinner. But thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty we bet you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about these American holiday favorites. Lisa Bieirer Garrett talks turkey in this issueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s In the Wild Column... see page 9...

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New Anne Arundel Chiefs Named Steve Schuh has picked two longtime public safety officials to be the next leaders of Anne Arundel County's police and fire departments. The county executive-elect has announced that Tim Altomare will be the new Police Chief, and Allan Graves will be the new fire chief. Both have ties to Southern Anne Arundel County. Police Capt. Altomare is 45 and the commander of the department's southern district. Graves, who is 54, is a 37-year veteran of the fire department for 37 years and is a division chief who oversees the agency's operations and battalions in east and south county. They will replace current Police Chief Kevin Davis and Fire Chief Michael Cox, who had been asked to resign on Dec. 1 by Schuh, the same day he will take office. They had been appointed by departing County Executive Laura Neuman. The current Detention Department Superintendent Terry Kokolis, who has served in that position since 2009, has been asked to stay on by Schuh. In a statement, Schuh commented, "With these three seasoned, experienced professionals overseeing the fire, police and detention departments, we will see a new era of partnership in public safety."

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Schuh Names Chief of Staff Diane Croghan, who served as the campaign manager for County Executive-elect Steve Schuh, will serve as his chief of staff. She is also a former county employee and in addition, had previously served as chief of staff to the House of Delegates Republican Caucus. In a statement, Schuh said, "Diane has the talent and organizational skills essential in helping lead Anne Arundel County in a new direction. I'm excited that she has agreed to join me as we make Anne Arundel County the best community to live, work and start a business in Maryland." Until June 2013, Croghan served as Mission Growth Specialist for outgoing County Executive Laura Neuman. Among her duties was overseeing issues related to Fort

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner

Search is on for School Board Member With only a few meetings remaining in my term as a Calvert County Commissioner, since the new Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will be sworn in on Dec. 16, I am continually asked if I am still working. Yes! County government does not stop because an election has occurred. One of the remaining tasks is to fill the vacancy on the Board of Education (BOE) created by the resignation of Joe Chenelly, who moved to upstate New York to assist a family member. We, the BOCC, are asked if we are outsourcing this appointment. Oh, not in those words. Will we be appointing a committee to interview candidates for the position? Will the citizens be involved? We were elected to do a job and we will be doing it. Timing is of the essence because the orientation for new Board members is Dec. 5 and 6. Orientations for new Board members, new Commissioners, and new legislators are important for a smooth transition and a head start on the steep learning curve. Part of that learning curve is getting educated on the parameters of the new role. We advertised for applicants for the Board of Education position. We received 15 responses from residents of the first election district, which is the seat that has been vacated. The only legal requirement was the applicant had to have lived in the first election district for two years and be a registered voter. I am pleased to say that all 15 applicants have desirable traits and experience that they bring to the table. Interviews are going to be very helpful in narrowing the field to what we believe is the best applicant for the role. Each Commissioner is submitting questions so that each applicant will have the opportunity to respond to the same queries. We are attempting to make the process as fair and even as possible. The role of a member of the Board of Education (BOE) is narrowly defined in State law and/or Maryland State Board of Education rules and mandates. The BOE may not substitute its judgment for that of the Superintendent of Schools,

who carries a lot of authority under Maryland law. Rather, the role is defined as that of hiring the Superintendent and setting policy for the local BOE within the policy guidelines mandated by the MD State BOE. Policies about bullying would be an example. The budget is the responsibility of the Superintendent in collaboration with the BOE and the BOCC, which determines the level of funding available based on tax revenues. Clearly, an upfront relationship filled with communication is desirable from a Superintendent and was a given when Dr. Dan Curry was hired as our current Superintendent. So, what traits am I, personally, seeking in a member of the BOE and what do I wish to avoid? I am very interested in the applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motivation for seeking the post. I am looking for an individual that does not have an axe to grind nor any kind of conflict of interest at all. I am looking for a person of both integrity and openness who will communicate and collaborate well with the Superintendent, the BOCC, and the public. I am looking for collaborative leadership. I want someone with a demonstrated background in budgets and fiscal responsibility to oversee over half our tax dollars that are devoted to education. I want a BOE member who thinks strategically and can help develop a strategy to address bullying and drug use and distribution. Both of these topics are extremely difficult because they cross school/home/community/cyberspace boundaries. For example, the Howard County BOE and County Council, in conjunction with other community partners, adopted an app that allows bullying reports to be made quickly through a mobile device from any setting to one location where intervention becomes the focus. The whole community is involved and is making it clear that bullying will be reported whenever it is witnessed, is not cool, and will be addressed in a comprehensive manner. I want a Board member who is passionate about education. I want a lot! Stay tuned to learn more about the successful applicant for the BOE.

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Police Blotter Burglaries A homeowner in the 800 block of Warner Dr. in Huntingtown reported to DFC R. Cress that on Nov. 14 at about 4:17 a.m. Calvert County Sheriff’s Department she saw an unidentified man at the Reports: bottom of the garage steps in her home. The man turned and fled. Nothing was Thefts taken. It appears entry was made through Unknown suspect(s) stole an external an unlocked door. residential air conditioning/heat pump unit from a home in the 600 block of Marley The neighbor of a home in the 3100 block Run in Huntingtown. It is unknown when of Loring Dr. in Huntingtown advised the theft occurred. Dep. J. Migliaccio is DFC J. Livingston that on Nov. 15 at investigating. approximately 8:00 p.m. he observed two subjects enter the home which is currently DFC J. Livingston charged Steven Ralph unoccupied. He approached the two Hill, 48 of Prince Frederick, with theft less subjects who then left the scene. The case than $1,000 when Hill was caught stealing is currently under investigation. over $150 worth of food items from the Prince Frederick Giant. A citizen called Destruction of Property police on Nov. 15 around noon after A woman reported to DFC R. Kreps that observing Hill leave the store with the items on Nov, 15 at 10:00 p.m. she was and did not stop to pay, then place the traveling on M.I. Bowen Rd. in Prince items in his vehicle. Frederick in her vehicle and passed an oncoming vehicle. Someone inside the Thefts from Vehicles oncoming car threw an egg at her A woman reported to Dep. C. Idol that on windshield. There was no damage done. Nov. 12 during the daytime hours she parked her vehicle at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Maryland State Police Barrack U Campus. She does not remember if she Reports: locked the vehicle. When she returned home, she realized that her white Apple CDS Violations laptop, valued at $500, was missing. On Nov. 10 at 9:15 p.m., Senior

A check welfare call at the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick was responded to by Senior Trooper Gill on Nov. 16 at 12:41 p.m. Bonnie L. Anderson, 23 of Prince Frederick, was found in the lobby bathroom after refusing to unlock the door. She had numerous drugs and drug paraphernalia on the floor and in plain view within her purse. She was arrested for possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia and was incarcerated at Trooper First Class Lewis responded to the Calvert County Detention Center. the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick at 12:51 a.m. on Nov. 13 for a reported CDS violation. The odor of burnt Theft/Shoplifting marijuana was emitting from one of the A theft/shoplifting complaint at the rooms. Contact was made with the Walmart in Prince Frederick was occupants after forced entry. Devin J. responded to at 8:38 p.m. on Nov. 15 Williams, 25 of Fort Washington, was by Trooper First Class Casarella. Shane arrested for possession with intent to P. Dwyer, 20 of Huntingtown, was distribute CDS. He was incarcerated at observed by an Asset Protection the Calvert County Detention Center. Associate removing several watches from their packaging. Dwyer walked At 9:26 a.m. on Nov. 15, Trooper First through the checkout area without Class Costello responded to the Mexico paying for the items. Charges are Restaurant in Huntingtown to check a pending. vehicle in the parking lot with an unresponsive driver. Robert W. Smith, Attempted Burglary 47 of Prince Frederick, was found to be A reported burglary in progress in the sleeping. CDS and drug paraphernalia 5300 block of Majesty Lane in St. were observed in the seat beside Smith. Leonard on Nov. 12 was responded to Drug recognition sobriety tests were by Trooper First Class Matthews at administered and Mr. Smith was 7:08 p.m. The victim reported unable to pass them satisfactorily. someone had tried to gain entry into a Smith was arrested for DUI and CDS locked garage and failing to do so, and Drug Paraphernalia. He was attempted to break a sliding glass door arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert in the basement and also failed. County Detention Center. Investigation continues. Trooper Dawson stopped a vehicle for traffic violations at Rt. 4 and Plum Point Rd. in Huntingtown. Upon contact with the driver, Amelia M. Dorwart, 23 of Hughesville, numerous flakes of marijuana were observed on the floor of the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed drug paraphernalia. Dowart was issued a Criminal Citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and was released.

Shelter Available for Homeless Safe Nights protects Calvert County’s homeless from the cold by providing shelter in a clean and safe environment. Host shelters provide a warm bed and breakfast, a bag lunch and dinner. Shelter hours are 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., seven days a week and the program is offered for approximately 20 weeks throughout the winter months. To qualify, individuals must: • Be homeless. • Show identification. • Show proof of residency in Calvert County.

• Be ambulatory and capable of self-care. • Be older than 18, unless accompanied by a parent. • Be drug- and alcohol-free, and pass a background check. • Sign the guest shelter agreement, and agree to abide by its provisions. A one-time in-person registration is required each season. Walk-ins are not accepted. Call Safe Nights of Calvert County at (443) 486-8670, or email calvertsafenights@gmail.com for more information.

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Police Blotter (Con’t) Authorities Search for Attack Dog On Sun. Nov. 16 at approximately 4:35 p.m. the Calvert County Control Center received a 911 call in reference to hearing gunshots and people screaming. A second phone call was received from a man who stated that he had shot a dog that was attacking his granddaughter in the 700 block of White Sands Drive in Lusby. A seven-year-old girl was bitten in the face/neck area by a pit-bull type dog and was taken to Calvert Memorial Hospital for treatment. One pit-bull type dog, blue with a white chest, was transported to the Mid-Atlantic Animal

Specialty Hospital (MASH) on Old Town Road in Huntingtown where he succumbed to his injuries. Animal Control Officer Sheckels is still investigating this bite incident and is still attempting to locate the owner(s) of the deceased dog. A second dog, which ran from the area, is described as a pit-bull type breed that is white with either brown or black spots. If anyone has any information on the identity of the dogs’ owner(s) or may have seen the two described dogs prior to or after the incident are asked to contact the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800.

Beware of Camera Hackers Anne Arundel County Police warn that a website based in Russia is streaming vulnerable IP camera feeds from around the world. The system searches the Internet and identifies IP cameras that utilize the manufacturer's default password settings. It then opens the cameras and allows for public viewing. These cameras are often used in residences or businesses as security cameras and "Nanny" cams. A review of the site has revealed feeds of babies bed rooms and living rooms where the occupants were totally unaware they were being watched.

Tips for securing your IP camera(s): • Rename the default Administrator account and set a new Administrator password • Password protect your camera • If your camera is wireless, activate WPA2 encryption • Don't put the camera where you wouldn't want someone to see what is happening there Instructions for completing these steps should be included with the instructions that came with your camera system.

Can You Help Solve These Crimes? During late October and early November of this year, several thefts from unlocked vehicles were reported in the Huntingtown area on Smoky Road, Stephen Reid Road and Lowery Road. During these thefts the suspect(s) took items ranging from loose change to firearms from the vehicles. Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans would like to take this opportunity to remind you to remove items of value from your vehicle and lock it at all times. Members of the Calvert

Investigations Bureau will be conducting neighborhood canvases in hopes of securing additional leads and information. Citizens with information on these crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website. Click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

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Garden Dirt By Ray Greenstreet

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

Deck the Halls

Most of your garden may be shut down for the season, but Mother Nature is still at work, offering a natural bounty to dress our homes for the holidays. Now’s the time when you can find inspiration in your backyard or from a short walk through woods. Fragrant cedar and pine are perfect for holiday roping. Draped along porches and fencing and wrapped around columns and light posts, roping ushers in the holidays with classic charm. Wreaths of made from mixed evergreens – pine, cedar, boxwood, magnolia and holly – are not just for doors. Hang on windows, garden gates, garage doors and other exterior walls. Add your personal touch found seed pods or with ribbons and bright ornaments. It’s not too late to put those empty pots to good use. Boxwood, hollies and nandina planted in a frost-free container and placed on the porch add a spirited touch to your home’s entry. Indoors, fresh cut evergreens fill rooms with the scent of the season. A bunch of cedar and fir arranged in a vase is a simple, natural decoration. Small boxwood wreaths hung with red ribbon in the windows are

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old-fashioned favorites. And a simple bowl of fruit becomes a holiday decoration when a few pine tips are tucked in. Don’t forget those seed pods. Magnolia pods – especially nice with some of the bright red sees still attached - are easy to find and look terrific added to a bowl of potpourri or attached to a wreath. Pinecones piled in a basket or in a glass urn last until you remove them! Then there are the holiday flowers. These timeless holiday bloomers do more than spread good cheer. According to

studies by NASA, plants purify indoor air, removing common household pollutants released by things like building materials, plastic grocery bags, inks, and man-made fibers. Christmas cactus really is a cactus, but not the common desert variety. It’s native to the humid, coastal mountains of Brazil where it grows on rocks and trees. Keep your Maryland Christmas cactus happy by letting it dry out in between watering. If blooms fall off before they open, you’re overwatering. It needs bright light but direct sunlight is too much. Cyclamens are another winter blooming favorite. Like the Christmas cactus, it will suffer an early death if it is overwatered. Keep the plant in a cool room away from heat vents and out of direct sunlight. Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Poinsettias are the classic holiday flower. Available in shades from traditional red, to pastel pink, to purple, to white, to marbled and painted shades, you can easily find a plant to match your seasonal décor and personal taste. Keep your poinsettias looking their best with these simple hints: • Place poinsettias in indirect light and away from hot or cold drafts. • Water poinsettias only when the soil

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is dry. Don’t allow plants to sit in water overnight. • Transport your poinsettias in a sleeve or shopping bag that covers the plants; remove from sleeves as soon as you get them home. • Keep plants warm. Temperatures below 50º F shorten the plant’s life. Afraid to use poinsettias to deck your halls because you’ve heard that they’re poisonous? Despite oft-repeated tales regaling the toxicity of poinsettias, these holiday trims lack a poisonous punch—to people or pets. Some individuals who are allergic to latex may experience a mild reaction if they contact the plant’s milky sap. Other than that, this holiday charmer is a mildmannered, safe addition to your seasonal celebrations. If properly cared for, holiday flowering plants will bloom for months. About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career when he was just 13, as a “yard boy” at a garden center. In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65-acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year, Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store on Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, they’ve added a third location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria.

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In the The Fascinating Wild Turkey Turkey is in the spotlight at Thanksgiving. Those large breasted, meaty white domestic turkeys gracing holiday tables are descendants of the Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo). But if it had not been for Europeans bringing turkeys to the New World, we would not be having this conversation. Wait, what? It seems when wild turkeys were seen in Mexico by the Spaniards they thought looked like a native bird of Turkey, the guinea hen (a misnomer) and called them Turkeys. They took some back to Europe and domesticated the wild birds. Imported with returning colonists, the domesticated fowl were introduced to American farms. Colonial hunters saw the wild brown version and also called them turkeys. That is the skinny on how a long way around name stuck for a truly all American species of bird!

Toms and a hen. Photo credit NWTF.org

Turkeys have lots of names, Tom and Hen for the adults, Jake and Jenny for young adults, poult for the youngest, and fowl for the group. They can be seen in a flock, a gaggle, a roost, a harem, a rafter or a gang. Folks may see them scratching under the powerlines in the clear cut areas, in a group, scouring farmer’s cut cornfields or perhaps sitting up in a tree roosting for the evening. They can fly and run fast, almost 15 mph, and the males put on a terrific show to impress the females during mating season. The brown American Wild Turkey is the largest bird of the chicken family. In America, there are five subspecies of Turkey; the Eastern (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) is our local species. It is a large

Close-up of a turkey head. Photo credit John Hafner/NWTF.org

bird, as the Tom’s can grow to be as much as 18-24 pounds. The largest wild turkey on record was 37 pounds according to the National Wild Turkey Federation, (NWTF.org). The male has all kinds of bells and whistles to attract the female hens. Most people have seen a photo of a turkey with his tail fanned. This is only done when he is drumming or fluffing his feathers in a mating dance. Their gobbles can be heard a mile away to attract an audience of hens. The males also have a bald head that can change color from white, to blue to pale red. The long piece of dangling skin called a Snood hangs over the beak and engorges bright red to attract the lady bird’s attention. The male has a wattle that wiggles under his beak and as he gets older he grows a hairy long protrusion of special feathers sprouting from his chest called his beard. Put the snood, wattles, beard with glistening brown and iridescent feathers all together, and that is one handsome Tom Turkey. The reproductive cycle for the eastern wild turkey begins in late February or early March. After mating, the hen will have a nest of 10-20 eggs. She will cover the ground nest with leaves for a few days until she has laid all the eggs in the clutch. She will incubate them for about 28 days. It is amazing that as the chicks are inside the eggs making a pip sound, the hen gets off the nest calling gently to them to encourage their hatching. The young poults are dry and ready to walk about in a few hours after breaking free of their eggshells.

They are called precocial, meaning they are ready to run and feed themselves in less than a day. Twelve hours after being hatched they follow the hen into forest for protection. By 14 weeks, they are fully grown and can fly short distances to roost in trees away from predators such as fox, coyotes, snakes, owls and hawks as well as feral dogs and cats. Turkeys are omnivores and will eat seed, grains, nuts, acorns, insects, worms and small frogs and toads. Turkeys have been seen eating small rattlesnakes and other reptiles such as lizards. They need to ingest small gravel to help grind up all this food in their gizzard. (Yep, throw that part away from the giblets bag included with your processed turkey). Wild Turkeys were almost hunted to extinction. As Americans cleared the forests for building and farming and development spread westward, the turkeys lost much valuable habitat. Without trees to roost in, they were vulnerable to predators and hunters. By the late 1800’s turkeys were very rare to see. In the 1970’s Maryland had about 2,000 turkeys left in the wild. The Department of Natural Resources worked hard to create suitable habitat and increase the population to its current count of over 30,000!

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and hickories to provide nuts and acorns in the fall, and berry bushes like Winterberry and wild grape that are good food plants. Leaving wild edges along the woodlands near your home or farm property also provides good coverage and habitat for turkeys. It is not considered a good idea to feed corn or piles of grain to wild fowl. It can spread diseases and cause territorial fights. Please be aware of their occasional aggressive tendencies. Should you encounter a turkey that’s got something to prove, it is recommended you assert your dominance. If you find that the wild turkeys in your yard are too much trouble, we recommend putting automatic sprinklers in your yard to scare them off (they also don’t like dogs). Reference: NWF article, 6 Tips for feeding wild turkeys with your garden. (blog.nwf.org). There is truth to the story that Benjamin Franklin proposed that the Wild Turkey be our national bird. He was outvoted and the Bald Eagle became our mascot. While Eagles are majestic, something can be said for the resilient, beautiful Turkey with its red, white and blue head, that it is truly, at least at Thanksgiving, America’s favorite bird. Wild Turkey eggs in a nest. Photo credit For more info, see NWTF.org allaboutbirds.org. Space and protecting habitat About the Author: Lisa Bierer Garrett is a brought the turkeys back. local naturalist who has most recently In our area, you can increase worked at the Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary turkey sightings by planting oaks in Upper Marlboro.

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THE By Annette Jones Funn

jobs, he was gripped by the vision of what 257-0342 • St. John Vianney Interfaith Food could be accomplished if churches, schools, non-profits, businesses and other organiza- Pantry, Prince Frederick (410) 414- 2936. tions joined together. Rev. Hahn views his mission not only to feed people but to get to the root causes of local hunger and help How can you get involved? Financial donations matter. Just $20 equip people to self-sufficiency. will feed a family of four for a week because How can those in need contact End of the deep discounts End Hunger can get Hunger in Calvert County and partici- on food; $40 will feed a family of four for weeks; $60 will feed a family of four for pating local food pantries? Telephone number for End Hunger three weeks; and $100 will feed a family of Calvert is (410) 257-5672. Their mailing four for five weeks. Pooling resources and buying in bulk address is End Hunger Calvert, P.O. Box allows End Hunger to stretch their 758; Huntingtown, MD 20639. Listed alphabetically are the food resources even further, but they can still use pantries they work with you can find the more community support to meet the hunger need. ones closest to you: You can also help by volunteering your • Bayside Baptist Church Food time; donate canned goods and groceries; be Bank, Chesapeake Beach (410) 257-0712 • Brooks UMC Pantry, St. Leonard an advocate; stay informed by reading the newsletter; and responding to their other (410) 586-9301 for help. Visit the • Calvert Churches Community calls EndHungerCalvert.org website for more Pantry, Prince Frederick (410) 414-7474 to serve at • Chesapeake Cares, Huntingtown opportunities endhungercalvert.com. (410) 257-3444 As you sit down at your table to enjoy a • Crossroad Christian Church Food Pantry, St. Leonard (410) 586-1272 variety of bountiful food during the • Daily Bread Food Pantry, Prince Holiday seasons, remember those that would be thankful if you would help Frederick (443) 975-0654 • First Lutheran Church provide food for them as well. (Emergency Food Support), Huntingtown (410) 257-3030 About the Author: Annette Jones Funn • Greater Mt. Zion Church, Prince Ever since she was a little girl, she’s asked a lot of Rev. Robert Hahn (left) shows a diplomat from questions so that’s why we call this: The Question the Honduran Embassy in Washington DC the Frederick (410) 414-5553 • Ladies of Charity, St. Anthony's Column. Annette is Co-President of the League of End Hunger Warehouse. He said he was deeply Women Voters, Vice Chair of the Calvert County moved by the work in our community and plans Church, North Beach (301) 812-1577 • Manna (Manna from In God's Commission for Women, Co-Founder of Concerned to use End Hunger as a model to fight rural Black Women, a Friend of the Calvert Library, Calvert hunger back in his own country. Care), St. Leonard (443) 295-7122 Society, Calvert Marine Museum, supporter • Mt. Olive United Methodist Historical of Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, local church still suffers from rising poverty and hunger Church, Prince Frederick (410) 535-5766 Clerk and Trustees chair. She is a retired scientist from rates. Upon hearing that the majority of • Randle Cliﬀs Community the US Food and Drug Administration. Annette and food pantry clients already hold full-time Church, Chesapeake Beach (410) her husband Malcolm live in Chesapeake Beach.

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Who’s Hungry this Holiday Season?

Calvert County may be the one of the wealthiest counties in the United States, but there are still hungry residents right here in our community. Nearly 50% of those who go without food are children reports the End Hunger organization on its website at endhungercalvert.org. What – and Who – are End Hunger? The organization’s mission is to prevent local residents from going hungry through a growing network of people helping others become self-sufficient. They are making a difference. They work with individuals to create permanent solutions that help move people from dependency to self-sufficiency. They believe that all people matter, life change happens through relationship and excellence in all things that are expressed as their core values. End Hunger in Calvert County is a 501(c) 3 organization, and is managed by a Board of Directors. The Founder and CEO is Rev. Robert P. Hahn of Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. He says he was inspired to form End Hunger in Calvert County when he learned that while Calvert is one of the wealthiest counties in the United States, it

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By Lyn Striegel

The Rule of 72

Your Money Matter$ Financial planning involves strategy. Basically, you need to plan how to get to where you want to go and how long it will take you to get there. If this involves retirement, planning should encompass both your current and your anticipated lifestyle. If this involves financing a child’s college education, planning involves setting aside sufficient funds in savings to pay tuition, books and living expenses when your child needs the money. But, how do you calculate how long it will take to get to your goals? The easiest way is to use the “Rule of 72.” The Rule of 72 is a handy rule used in finance to estimate quickly the number of years it takes to double a sum of capital given an annual interest rate, or to estimate the annual interest rate it takes to double a sum of money over a given number of years. Simply, dividing 72 by the rate of return on your investments equals the

approximate number of years it will take for your money to double. Or, dividing 72 by the number of years you have until you need to use the money you have set aside equals the rate of return you need to have on your investments. For example, David and Susan have saved $10,000 towards their six-yearold child’s college education. They want to know how long it will take them to double that amount. Their daughter is now age six, so assume she will need the money to go to college when she is 18. That’s 12 years of saving, so 72 divided by 12 equals a 6% rate of return on their investments. In other words, David and Susan need to obtain a six percent rate of return on their investments for 12 years to double their savings to $20,000. That means no spending from the college account and reinvestment of all dividends and interest for the period of 12 years. The Rule of 72 can also be used to

calculate the effect of inflation. If college tuition increases at 5% per year, tuition costs will double in 72 divided by 5 or about 14.4 years. Think about it. That means David and Susan need to save much more money for college than they might at first have anticipated. The Rule of 72 is a simple math shortcut to estimate the effect of any growth rate. The formula is “years to double equals 72 divided by interest rate.” The results you achieve, a doubling of growth shows you the tremendous effect of compounding interest. What is compound interest? For example, start with $1 at 10% interest. At the end of one year you have $1.10 and at the end of year two you have $1.21. The dime earned in the first year starts earning money on its own (a penny). Next year add another dime that starts making pennies, along with the small amount the first penny contributes. Ben Franklin, said by some to be the inventor of the Rule of 72, apparently said: “The money that money earns, earns money.” Compound interest is deceptively small, cumulative growth that is very powerful. No wonder that Einstein is reputed to have called it one of the most powerful forces in the universe. Don’t let the rule of 72 work against you, as it does when you take on high interest debt. At an average interest

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rate of 18%, the credit card debt doubles in just four years (18 X 4 = 72), quadruples in only eight years, and keeps escalating with time. The first rule of your financial plan should be to pay off all high interest credit card debt and avoid it like the plague. Using the Rule of 72 will help you figure out what you need and for how long. Compound interest will be the way you get there. These simple concepts provide the basics of financial planning. Let the Rule of 72 work for you by starting saving now. At a growth rate of 8% per annum, you would double your money in nine years (8 X 9 = 72), quadruple your money in 18 years and have 16 times your money in 36 years. No wonder financial planners advise 20-year olds to start a savings plan. Over time, with compound interest, even a small amount of savings consistently set aside when you are in your twenties could make you a millionaire by the time you are retired. But, even if you are older, compound interest works for you and you are never too young or too old to save. 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.

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Crowd Funding and So Much More By Brian “Crow” McDaniel If you have a business with a website, you may want to get to know Brian Raines. At the BBG monthly meeting Nov. 19, Brian taught a class on crowd funding. If you’re not aware, this is a way to find funding for a project or business venture by raising many small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the Internet. This is one of Brian’s areas of interest and expertise. Others are Internet marketing, web design and content management strategies. Most of all, the goal of his business is to help others achieve their marketing and business goals. Brian Raines is the owner of Calvert Design Group, Inc. that serves clients all over the Nation with one of his divisions in the business serving internationally. But he also serves many small businesses right here. In 2005, Calvert Design Group received an award from the Calvert Chamber of Commerce for new business of the year. Brian’s expertise in design, programming, content management and other aspects of his company keep him on the leading edge of not only technology, but the pulse of marketing as a whole. This one-time webmaster for the U.S. Senate during the 106th Congress led his team to also win a Federal Design Award from the National Endowment for the Arts and General Services Administration. Even before the many do-it-

yourself platforms came along, Brian was on the front lines of creating easy methods for people to manage their own web site content. Now, as a Wordpress master, thanks to earlier innovations, he helps many customers manage their sites more efficiently. With all of that experience and having also been on the other side of marketing, he has found his calling in the market. During an initial consultation, he performs something called a “needs analysis” for the customer. It is during this process that he finds out what is important to the client. Since all businesses aren’t the same, there’s a need to dig down into the core of what your business is about and figure out what it is that is most important. Once he knows this, he moves to content management, clean designs and overall functionality of your main marketing tool your website. You may have one

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already. However, if you haven’t built an efficient site, or it’s getting old and needs an overhaul, you may find that it’s sitting in cyberspace and only you know about it and not doing your business much good. Brian will tell you that he is not a salesman. What focuses on is solutions. It’s the solutions that allow him to do what he really enjoys to do which is helping people. As he makes a living doing what he enjoys, he has the satisfaction of knowing that his customers are reaching their marketing goals. “We are all in this together,” says Brian as he explains the needs for effective marketing.

Carrie and Brian Raines.

When I asked him about being a member of the BBG and what it meant, he pointed out that whenever there is a need in the community and it’s brought to the BBG’s attention, the response is usually, “how can we help?’ “There aren’t any groups like the BBG,” says Brian. He went on to explain that the BBG continues to be a strong advocate for small businesses and that it’s hard to find a group like this willing to help solve problems. Brian is no stranger to community involvement even outside of the BBG. He serves the Tri-County Council on the Executive Board representing Calvert County. He is also the Vice President and serves on the Board of Directors for the Twin Beach Players in North Beach. Brian’s latest endeavor is crowd funding. This is a fairly new but

popular strategy to finance your business or start up or non-profit without the need of a bank loan. What Brian is finding with crowd funding is that there is a need for knowledgeable consultants to point people in the right direction as there is much more to crowd funding than simply asking for the money. He even sees the potential for banks to incorporate the use of crowd funding as a way to incentivise potential loan applicants. “I want to see if there is a business model here for crowd funding on the local level that would involve banks and other financial services,” says Brian. With so many options for crowd funding, it can be overwhelming for someone who may know their business but may not know how to get the capital they need to get started. This topic captured the attention of every business in the room as Brian explained the basics as well as the pitfalls to watch out for. As Brian continues with his company and explores various endeavors, he never forgets the value of relationships. “On the local level, there is a need for quality consultants that will validate the client’s point A and then show them the path to point B,” explains Brian. Give him a call so that he can build an efficient process for your Internet and marketing needs. He also does speaking engagements. The BBG is happy to have Brian as a member and looks forward to supporting him as well. Website: http://calvertdesigngroup.com Email: brian@calvertdesigngroup.com Phone: (410) 231-4664 About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He serves as a Ministry Leader at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown and serves on the Board of Directors for the Bay Business Group.

Sonabank Officially Opens for Business Owings now has a new bank, located where Bank of America once was across from the Dash In. Sonabank recently acquired the four branches of Prince Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Federal Savings Bank. Most of the staff of PGFSB was retained to serve new and existing customers. Sonabank has 24 branches in Maryland and Virginia and is celebrating ten years in business. They offer both personal and business banking services and specialize in the needs of small to medium-size businesses. It is an SBA Preferred Lender and is also a partner with Southern Trust Mortgage for home financing needs. Sonabank celebrated its grand opening of its new Owings branch on Nov. 18. Among those on hand for the event was Sen. Thomas V. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mikeâ&#x20AC;? Miller.

Gain Skills to Get a New Job Is the job hunt wearing you down? Have you found it challenging to navigate the world of online applications and preemployment screening? Hiring specialist Rich Ball will share useful tips for networking and getting the needed â&#x20AC;&#x153;edgeâ&#x20AC;? when it comes to applying and interviewing for jobs. Please register to attend the New Job Hunters Workshop at Calvert Library Prince Frederick on Thurs., Dec. 11 at 7:00 p.m. The focus of this event will be networking and preparing for your interview. You can also attend the Resume and Cover Letter Workshop led by Sandra Holler on Thurs., Dec. 4 or

Thurs. Dec. 18 at 1:00 p.m. Visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center at Twin Beaches Library Branch on Fri., Dec. 5 at 1:00 p.m; Wed., Dec. 10 at 1:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick; or Thurs., Dec. 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Interim Southern Branch. And if you find you just need to de-stress, be sure to put the De-Stress Your December event on your calendar for Wed., Dec. 10 at 7:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. You can call (410) 535-0291 or register online for any of these events at calvertlibrary.info. For more info, call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291.

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On The

Holiday Tour of Waterfront Homes have pictures of the original cabin that they will show to those on the tour. Of course since they are such connoisseurs, they have a wonderful personal wine cellar.

Looking for something to get you into the mood for the holidays? Then you won’t want to miss this year’s 2014 Christmas Tour of Waterfront Decorated Homes to see some of the most spectacular homes in our area. The Republican Women Leaders of Calvert (RWLC) presents its 5th Annual Christmas Tour of Decorated Homes on Sat. Dec. 6 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, or $26 if purchased online which includes a Paypal fee. All waterfront homes are featured on this year’s tour. Come enjoy the beauty of Christmas time through the halls of homes on the Calvert County waterways! Visit seven unique and fabulous houses, all with gorgeous grounds and stunning views. The homes on the tour range from historic homes to completely remodeled works of art. But, they all share the wonder and wildlife of the rivers, lakes and streams of Calvert. To purchase tickets online, please go to TourCalvert.com or contact Patti Stueckler (301) 908-2540 or Mary Amen (301) 908-1170.

Barb and Mike Scarborough, who own Running Hare Vineyards (and now Calvert Brewing Company) purchased their property in 2000 from Judge Bowen. Their private residence is on our tour, and is filled with all sorts of taxidermied exotic animals, including zebras, bears, lions, boars, etc. They have one wall filled with probably 30+ bucks and deer heads, too. They have a beautiful custom wood bar in their living space with carved lions. The home includes a built-in pool, patio, and deck overlooking an 11-acre lake and 291 wooded acres. The history of the Scarborough home is very interesting too Here’s a preview of the homes you’ll be since it was originally a cabin in the able to enjoy on this year’s tour. woods that they expanded upon. They

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woodburning fireplace in the kitchen, as well as many other fine details. The Severns have framed the floor plan of the original home, which hangs in the foyer. While doing all the restoration of the home, and excavation for the new garage (Welch Home) with a loft (which will be completed next year), Jim Severn discovered all kinds of old pieces of wood, and glass from years ago. He even found what appears to be an exterior wall of a possible residence once there hundreds of years ago. Jim says it’s been a labor of love creating such a home on the river. “When the sun hits the water on a beautiful night, it kind of slows everything down. And at night it’s so dark that the stars are like David and Maria Welch's home in sands on the beach – countless.” Huntingtown is a sprawling, 6,000+ square foot home with extensive outdoor amenities including a lovely fountain overlooking their private pier on the Patuxent River. David grew up on the Prouty Farm at Potts Point so it was his lifelong ambition to build his own home there, too. He was heavily involved in the design and building of this 8,500 square foot home. Every room in the back overlooks the glorious Patuxent River. This incredible contemporary with a basement is beautifully appointed 'The Olivet Home' in Lusby is with many amenities. owned by Wanda and Mike DeBord. David and Maria say they love living The house was originally a country store on the water and are proud to open their that served the Olivet, Dowell, and doors at Christmas time to invite Solomons communities for nearly 100 everyone in. years. It provided gas, groceries, and As owners of Welch and Rushe, penny candy to generations of Calvert Inc., a mechanical contracting company, County locals. The old Exxon gas sign they employ hundreds of people in the that was once there was donated to the area, including 50 in the tri-county area. Calvert Marine Museum. Mike DeBord completely renovated the building into a gorgeous four-story home with expansive views, private pier, boat house and fish house. It has four (Severn Home) levels, all with waterfront decks, and even its own “crab shack.” This property truly represents the true "Southern Maryland Lifestyle" of boating, crabbing, fishing, cruising or just cocktails on the deck with friends enjoying a beautiful sunset on the water Jim and Debbie Severn's home in Owings has a lot of interesting history. The house was originally built in 1965 by a local attorney, and sits on two gorgeous acres on the Patuxent River at the historic town of Lower Marlboro. The home fell in disrepair by the time it was sold after the attorney's prolonged illness. It was purchased by the Severns in 2009 and has been masterfully restored and remodeled, yet retaining as much of the original character of the home, such as the wooden doors, etc. Jim Severn has put in a claw-footed tub, and kept the

. Bill and Kathy Lee’s home in Owings is a renovated historic house on the river at Lower Marlboro. In 1983, an A-Frame type vacation home was built

there, replacing one of the area’s crumbling historic houses. They purchased the property in 1995 and within a few months built an addition that transformed the A-Frame into a lovely, multi-level Cape Cod home. Designed by Tom Reinecker of Dunkirk, the home you see today is much more in keeping with the historic neighborhood. Though modest in overall size, the tall ceilings lend themselves to creative holiday decorating. The Lees this year incorporate fresh local greenery, and also have many decorations inspired by their grandchildren.

and expanded the kitchen, Florida room and opened up the family room. They also added a 1,200 square foot addition that expanded the upstairs and the master bedrooms to take advantage of the spectacular river views. The swimming pool was alaso added during the renovation. The back porch was the corner of the original house and it has since been covered to create an evening sitting area. The home is designed to provide a casual beach feel, with neutral colors throughout.

The RWLC is once again raffling ‘Buckets of Cheer’ tickets as part of our Christmas House Tour. Buckets of cheer are filled with only top shelf liquors and wines, including Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila, Grey Goose Vodka, Jack Daniels Bourbon, Malibu Rum, and of course a variety of fine red and white wines. Tickets are three for $10 and are available on line at TourCalvert.com.

Also included on the tour is the waterfront home of Jefferson Patterson in Saint Leonard inside Jefferson The Gary and Michelle Pierpont Patterson Park. home in Huntingtown is a unique, sleek contemporary on the Patuxent River. In You may purchase tickets to get a 2011 when they purchased it, it was peek inside of these lovely homes 2,600 feet on nearly four acres. They say decorated for the holidays at it was a bit “dated” but it had good bones TourCalvert.com. Proceeds are used for and just needed to be updated. In 2012, RWLC community projects. they completed an interior renovation

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Peebles Donates to Hospice

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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Stage Stores, and its local affiliate Peebles, just wrapped up its bi-annual Community Counts program titled the 30 Days of Giving Campaign. This national program supports local organizations and raised over $1.4 million for 700 community organizations across the country in 2014. Locally, Calvert Hospice was selected by Margaret Owens, Store Manager of the Prince Frederick Peebles, as their designated charity. Ms. Owens and some of her employees recently presented Claire Piason, Calvert Hospice Director of Development with a check for $2,398.40. “We are so grateful to Margaret and her

staff for their ongoing support of our organization,” stated Claire. “This donation will support our mission to provide the best care possible for local patients and their families who are facing a life-limiting illness.” For more information about Calvert Hospice programs and services call: (410) 535.0892 or visit calverthospice.org. Anne Stavely Calvert Hospice Prince Frederick

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Margaret Owens, Store Manager, and Peebles employees present check to Claire Piason, Development Director for Calvert Hospice.

Careful on the Roadways Dear Chesapeake Current readers, I transport people for a living and thus have been around town at all times of the day any day of the week, a few things I've noticed.... and would like to remind people of: - When jogging or walking you, the pedestrian are supposed to walk against the traffic. You can see the vehicles, the vehicles can see you. - When ridding a bike, you the rider are supposed to ride with the traffic and obey the traffic laws. - When it's raining, or it's dusk (earlier now!) or dawn turn on your headlights!

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- And a wish, that the big trucks out there taking up both lanes, wouldn't. Traffic would flow if the trucks would stick to the right lane and let the smaller vehicles pass. On another note, my business takes me all over and whatever Department takes care of the roads in Calvert County, you do a great job! Thank you for the work you do maintaining the streets in our community! Safe travels! Ellen O'Brien Daisy Clare's Transportation Service

Nancy Bassford, 83 Nancy Davis Bassford, age 83 of Davidsonville, passed away peacefully at her home on Nov. 22, 2014 with her children by her side. Nancy was born in Annapolis on March 19, 1931 to the late Raymond and Georgetta Davis. She was a lifelong resident of Davidsonville, where she grew up on her family farm. In 1950, she married her sweetheart, Paul Bassford, with whom she enjoyed 59 years of marriage until his death in 2009. Nancy loved being outdoors, spending her time growing flowers and vegetables. She was a gifted singer who shared her talents with many, singing in the Davidsonville United Methodist Church choir for many years. As her children grew older, Nancy pursued her teaching degree from Bowie State University and taught for 17 years at Lothian Elementary School. She had a special ability with students needing extra help and always showed them love and patience. After retirement, Nancy loved travelling with Paul in their RV with their “Charlie’s Angels” camping group. Her later years were spent working in her extensive flower gardens and enjoying her family and many friends. Nancy had a tremendous gift of love for anyone she met. She introduced herself to everyone as Grandma B. and no one was ever a stranger at Grandma B’s house. She is survived by her children, Dennis Bassford (Brenda), Linda Harrison (Joe), and Paula Palmer (Jim); seven grandchildren, Bryan Bassford, Crystal Ditch, Kathy Stisted, Matt Harrison and Ben and Greg Palmer; eight great-grandchildren and her siblings, Ruth Mullen, Addie Baldwin and Miriam Kirkwood. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul Bassford and brothers John Davis and Raymond L. Davis, Jr. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Betty Catena, 62 Betty Lynn Catena, age 62, of Chesapeake Beach passed away Nov. 20, 2014, at her residence. She was born May 9, 1952, in Washington, D.C., to John and Betty (Morrissette) Catena. Betty’s family lived in Langley Park, and she moved to Chesapeake Beach in her early teens. Betty graduated from High Point High School. Betty was a homemaker, and was also employed as a mail carrier in Rose Haven and North Beach. She also worked at Roland’s Grocery in their meat department. Betty enjoyed living near the Chesapeake Bay, and enjoyed going to the beach and watching hummingbirds. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Betty is survived by her son Charles J.

Jones and wife Jennifer of Huntingtown, and Jaime L. Jones of Chesapeake Beach. Also surviving are grandchildren Tristen N. Jones of Chesapeake Beach and Amiah R. Jones of Huntingtown. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Donald and John Catena. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Kenny Endress, 45 Kenneth “Kenny” Charles Endress, age 45, of Owings, passed away Nov. 20, 2014. Kenny was born in Tucson, AZ, in April 23, 1969, to Sharon and Richard Endress. Kenny was the beloved husband of Bette-Lyn Endress. He was the loving father of Ryan and Christopher Endress and the son of Richard and Sharon Endress. He is also survived by a sister, Sonya Ritter and her husband Alan, and was the uncle of Sarah and Robbie Ritter, and the brother-in-law of Lynnee’ Coley. After graduating from High School, he earned his undergraduate degree from Brenau University and earned his master’s degree from the University of Georgia. In 1991 while in Georgia, Kenny met BetteLyn and they were married in 1993. Kenny began his career as Inspector for The Department of Fish and Wildlife Service. He was promoted to Special Agent in 2002, and the family moved to St. Leonard, where he served in the Field Office located in Annapolis. Most recently he held the current title Special Agent in Charge of Investigation Unit of the, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Law Enforcement, which is based out of Falls Church, VA. Kenny was very passionate about the instrumental role that he served in the preservation of Rockfish in the Chesapeake Bay. He followed in the footsteps of his father who had retired from a successful career with US Fish and Wildlife Service. This passion has woven into the fabric of his own relationship with his boys who continue his legacy in their love, protection and respect for nature. Kenny deeply loved his family and he embodied the character of protector and provider for all that he touched. Among his favorite past-times were watching his sons play Lacrosse and Swim. He enjoyed supporting his Georgia Bulldog Football team and a great day to him would be spending time in the woods with his boys, hunting, fishing and even spending time in the yard making in his home a beautiful place for his family. Most of all he adored his “BL” also affectionately known as “Hunzington.” His presence will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Army on Feb. 14, 1951, and served in France until being discharged Feb. 5, 1953. John was married to Catherine L. Tiso in Mt. Vernon, NY, on Aug. 10, 1957. John was employed as a Systems Analyst for Vitro Laboratory, a defense contractor, in Silver Spring, until retiring in the 1990s. He was a member of St. Anthony’s Church in North Beach, the Elks Lodge # 1178 in Riverdale and American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. John enjoyed playing cards, watching football and baseball, especially the Washington Redskins, the old Senators and the Nationals. In retirement, he worked at the Bowie Baysox stadium. Surviving are daughter Cathy Hurley and her husband Terry of Owings, daughter Terri McTamany and her husband Chris of Frederick, MD, son Michael J. Horan and his wife Pamela of New Market, and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother Joseph Horan and sisters Jean Roper and Patricia Burdine. The Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings handled the arrangements.

Charles Logue, 60 C h a r l e s Michael Logue, age 60 of Prince Frederick, passed away Nov. 10, 2014. Born Nov. 18, 1953, in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Charles and Naomi Ruth

Payton Logue (Castle) Logue. Charles graduated from Gwynn Park High School in 1972 and married his wife Betsy Lynn Logue on Aug. 14, 1974. They moved to Calvert County in 2006 from Upper Marlboro. Charles was a carpenter/foreman for the Prince George’s County Public School Board and enjoyed woodworking and building things. Charles is survived by his wife, Betsy Lynn Logue of Prince Frederick; his children, Emily Otterson of Green-

belt, and Naomi Logue of Prince Frederick; two grandchildren; his siblings, Susan Denise Logue of Federalsburg, MD; John William Logue of Mechanicsville; David Alan Logue of Raleigh, NC; Jackie A. Dandridge of Kennesville, NC; Lundy Earl Logue of Wilmington, NC, Mary Elizabeth Logue and Darlynn Hope Settles, both of Federalsburg, MD. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

James Maruca, 90 James P. Maruca of Dunkirk, age 90, passed away Nov. 19, 2014, at Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC. He was born Oct. 13, 1924, in Gallitzin, PA to the late Sophia (Farbo) and Anthony E. Maruca. James was a U. S. Army Veteran and retired after 45 years of federal service as the Director of Small Business for the U. S. Department of Commerce. He also proudly served on the Board of Directors for the Department of Commerce Federal Credit Union for many years. James enjoyed cooking, shopping, gardening, sports—especially the Washington Redskins - college basketball, and spending time with his family. For 55 years, James was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (Squashic) Maruca. He was the loving father of Connie Zambelli and her husband Lou, Jr., James Maruca, Jr. and his wife Lisa, Don Maruca and his wife Shari and Christopher Maruca and his wife Susan. He was the devoted grandfather of Louis, III, Dominic, Mariel, Brittany, Angie, Amanda, Caroline, Sam, James Paul and Christina. He is also survived by one sister Lucy DeHaven, one brother Dr. Edward Maruca, nieces, nephews and other family members. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

John Horan, 85 John Joseph Horan, age 85, of Owings, passed away Nov. 13, 2014, at Washington Hospital Center. He was born Nov. 29, 1928 in Washington, D.C., to Francis and Christine (Katz) Horan. John was raised in Washington and graduated from McKinley High School. He entered the United States

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Steve McGovern, 71

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S t e p h e n Edward McGovern, age 71, of Calvert County, passed away on Nov. 12, 2014. Steve was a retired businessman who spent many years pursuing business dealings around the world. In his youth, Steve was an Eagle Scout. As a young adult, he served as the Chief of Police in Albers, IL. Steve will be remembered as someone who was happy, talkative, outgoing and who enjoyed his volunteer work with the American Red Cross. He is survived by his daughters Miranda and Anahita, mother Virginia and sister Jan. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Jacob, Troy, and Armaan. Steve was preceded in death by his father Marshall McGovern and his brother Ronald. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

Ruth Geraldine Norfolk, age 78, of Huntingtown passed away Nov. 19, 2014, at her residence. She was born March 28, 1936, in Prince Frederick to Henry Oscar and Ruth Rebecca (Gray)

Bowen. Geraldine was raised in Plum Point and graduated from Calvert High School in 1955. She married Thomas Hilton Norfolk May 18, 1955. Geraldine was primarily a homemaker, but she also helped her husband with his vending and arcade business. She later worked as a secretary for Phelps & Rymer Accounting Firm in Prince Frederick. Geraldine was a charter member of New Life Baptist Church and recently attended First Baptist Church in Prince Fredrick. She enjoyed watching television especially soap operas and wrestling. She also enjoyed watching hummingbirds, traveling, taking trips to Florida, playing ball with her dogs, and spending time with her family, especially her grand and greatgrandchildren. She is survived by a daughter Sharon L. Humm and a son Paul E. Norfolk and wife

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Debra, all of Huntingtown. Also surviving are a sister Sally Hall and husband Avery of Huntingtown, grandchildren Jesse Bowen, James and Crystal Holesapple, and Gary and Michael Broome, several greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Thomas Hilton Norfolk who passed away Jan. 21, 1982, a daughter Sheena L. Holesapple, sisters Rosie Phelps and Barbara Cobb, and a brother Larry Bowen. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Anne K. Reifsneider, 92 Anne K. Reifsneider, age 92, died Nov. 13, 2014, at the Halquist Memorial Inpatient Center in Arlington, VA. A far greater a person than this brief column could ever illustrate, Anne was born Sept. 4, 1922 in Wilmington, NC, to the late John Stille Reifsneider and Catherine Ringgold Bright. So very much of her life was about aiding others. During WWII this included our country, entering the US Coast Guard at age 21 and serving until the end of the war. She was a true patriot. A life member of the American Legion Post 274 in Lusby, she also became a charter Member of the Women’s Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. After the war, Anne worked in the Food Service Industry for GSI, from which she retired as a manager after 31 and-a-half years. Actively involved in many different organizations, Anne especially enjoyed boating and being on or around the water. She was a life member and the first female Commodore of the Lord Calvert Yacht Club in Solomons, where she docked her boats. She was also a life member of the Life Saving Station Museum in Ocean City, and the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons. Anne was proud of her heritage, joining the Kent Island Heritage Society in Stevensville, as a lifetime member. She was likewise a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, General Perry Benson Chapter, the Society of the Ark and Dove, and a

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member of the National Society of Colonial Dames 17th Century, John Waler Chapter. One of the most civic minded individuals you’d ever meet, Anne also served her community directly: for 16 years she was a Forest Heights Elected Council Member, a Chairperson, and was active on many committees and projects. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Ronald Sams, 76 Ronald Oris Sams, age 76, of Lothian, died in Washington, DC, on Nov. 17, 2014. He was born in Washington DC Nov. 12, 1938, to the late Gabe Karl and Georgia Mae Sams. He lived in Forestville, before moving to Southern Maryland 30 years ago. Ronald served in both the National Guard and United States Army. Ronald was employed as a plumber. He was also a sportsman and an athlete who enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, duckpin bowling and boxing. He was a recipient of the Golden Gloves Award. Ronald is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marylyn Dove Sams; two brothers, Julius Larry Sams and his wife Shirley of North Carolina and Gabe Karl Sams, Jr. of Virginia. Three brothers, Robert, Benny and Edward and two sisters, Patricia Ann Twigg and Imogene Hughes, predeceased him. Raymond Wood Funeral Home, P.A., in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Jack Shivers, Jr., 82 John W. “Jack” Shivers, Jr., age 82, passed away Nov. 12 at his home in Owings. He was born May 3, 1932, the oldest child of John W. Shivers, Sr. and Lillian Phillips Shivers, and grew up in the village of Allen in Wicomico County. Jack loved the family farm and he loved riding horses. From the time he was a small child he often road with his Dad on Sunday afternoons. Jack also enjoyed working with wood as well as other crafts. He graduated from Wicomico High School in Salisbury in 1950, and worked briefly as a cabinetmaker.

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Later he took business courses at Strayer College in Washington, DC. From 1954 until 1956 he served in the United States Army, including a tour of duty in Germany. During that time he traveled to many of the countries of Europe when he was on leave and took many slides, as well as writing wonderfully descriptive letters back home to his family. After his release from the army, he became manager of a filling station, Shivers Gulf Service in Salisbury. In 1959 he relocated to College Park, where he was manager of Canary Cottages and Mobile Home Village, owned by the A B & S Corporation, of which he later became part owner. Jack married Joyce Harrington Jan.2, 1960, and they made their home in College Park until 1983, when Canary Cottages was sold. They then moved to Owings, and Jack began work at the Southern States Cooperative in Upper Marlboro. After retirement he enjoyed gardening and having coffee with his friends at McDonalds each morning. Jack is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Joyce, sons Kelvin Morton (Carrie) and Wade Allen, and grandson Jack Michael Shivers. Also surviving are his brother George R. Shivers (Jeanette) and his sister Emma L. Shivers, all of Chestertown, nieces, Julieta Tord Diggs (David) of Severna Park, and Dori Shivers (Justin Fertig) of Baltimore and a brother-in-law Gene Jones and his family. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Robert B. Smith, age 63, known as “Smitty, Rob, Bob and Dr. X”, of Lusby, formerly of Falls Church, VA, passed away in his home Nov. 10, 2014. Rob was born in Washington, DC, Aug. 14, 1951, the son of Gladys E. (Armentrout) and Jennings B. Smith. Rob was a long-time resident of Falls Church, VA, graduated from George Mason High School in 1969, worked and retired from the Fairfax County Government, where he was a Facilities Manager, and acted as accountant on behalf of many. After retiring from the county government, where he received numerous Outstanding Service Awards, he took up permanent residency in Lusby, where he enjoyed his daily life pursuing his passions of fishing, playing Chinese Checkers, rooting for the Yankees and the Cowboys, working in his yard and entertaining. He will always be remembered as a special man and loyal friend. Rob is survived by his cherished dog, Dodge, and will be deeply missed by the countless friends he considered his family. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Shelby Jean Stevens, age 53,of Lusby, died in her home Nov. 16, 2014. Shelby was born in Altoona, PA March 3, 1961, to the late James Dewey and Fannie Hetrick Stevens. She was a homemaker and a very loving grandmother. She enjoyed collecting candles. Shelby is survived by her partner of 15 years, William Hanson, Jr.; daughter, Angela Hendricks and her husband, Brandon of Lusby; brothers, Jimmy Stevens and Gene Wance; sisters, Margie Crawford, Mae Andrews and Phoebe Ann Richardson; Betty Hanson, who was like a mother to her and three granddaughters, Dreamaira, Delijahlynn and DrayLeeonna Hendricks. In addition to her parents, her brother, Bill Wance predeceased her. Arrangements were provided by Raymond-Wood Funeral Home, Dunkirk.

Herbert A. “Herbie” Tucker, III, age 77, of St. Leonard, passed away Nov. 12, 2014 in Prince Frederick. He was born July 31, 1937 in Washington, DC, to the late Geraldine S. Tucker and Herbert A. Tucker, Jr. Herbie attended Blair High School and served in the U.S. Navy. He moved to Calvert County from Charles County in May of 1978. He was a salesman in the retail sales industry. Herbie was a loving husband, father, grandfather and father in-law. He

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enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved attending a good family get-together or cookout. He was very loyal to his friends, and would help anyone in need. He was a devout Washington Redskins fan and hard to beat at any card game especially Gin Rummy. Herbie was a member of the Moose Lodge of Waldorf and the Elks Lodge of Prince Frederick. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia Ann Tucker whom he married Nov. 2, 1963; four children, Cheryl MillerKlopfer (William), Denise Tucker, John Tucker and Jeff Tucker (Donna); 10 grandchildren, Jessica Miller, John and Amanda Klopfer, Meagan, Ryan, and Hannah Tucker, Justin Tucker, John Tucker Jr. (Jay), and Katie and Eve Tucker; his sister, Mary Carlyle Russell of Mt. Airy, MD; brothers, Gerald A. Tucker (Judith) of Dowell; and Dennis E. Tucker (Rosanna) of Dowell; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Herbie was predeceased by his beloved sisters, Dawn Mathews and Jeanne Fenner. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

Marie Weems, 94 Annie Marie Weems, 94, of Lusby, passed away peacefully Nov. 15, 2014 at the Calvert County Nursing Center. She was born Aug. 23, 1920 in Solomons, to the late George and

Grace Humphreys. She married her beloved husband Walter Hammond Weems in Solomons. Marie loved crafts, Bingo and spending time with her family. Marie is survived by her son, John Michael Weems and wife, Wendy, of Prince Frederick; grandchildren Stacie Browning and husband, Brian of Prince Frederick;Jacob Weems of Baltimore, and Lucas Weems of Prince Frederick; great grandchildren, Haylie and Colin Browning. Grandchildren Jennifer, Jay, Vernon, Laurie, Steven and Wade. She is also survived by her sister Kathleen Oler and

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Debbie Wood, 60 D e b o r a h Turner “Debbie” Wood, age 60, of Huntingtown passed away Nov. 21, 2014 at her home. She was born Oct. 8, 1954 in Prince Frederick to Melvin Bonn and Alma May (Russell) Turner. Debbie was raised in Owings and attended Calvert High School. She was briefly employed by the Calvert County School System before entering a career with the U.S. Air Force. She was the Secretary of the Colonel in Civil Engineering at Andrews Air Force Base. She later worked in security with the Air Force Police and was promoted to Bolling Air Force Base, where she was a Security Specialist until retiring in 2009. Debbie met Henry Allan Wood, Jr. “Jake”, while working at Andrews and they were married for 27 years. They lived in Waldorf before settling in Huntingtown. She was a member of Mt. Harmony United Methodist Church in Owings. Debbie enjoyed playing tennis and softball and won many trophies and awards. She also enjoyed playing bridge and bowling. Debbie is survived by her loving husband Jake, a sister Bonnie T. Dilley and husband Duane of Dunkirk, and a brother William E. Turner and wife Terry of Owings. Also surviving are a step-daughter Leah E. Stanisha and husband Joseph of Ashburn, VA, step-son Brian A. Wood of Mechanicsville, and grandchildren Nicole and Anthony Wood, Emily, Maddy and Ava Stanisha. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Melvin Turner. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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Public Service Announcement Winterize your home now! Here’s some good advice from the North Beach Public Works Department: To protect the water lines from freezing in your home, now is the time to check crawl space vents and make sure they are closed. Block off any holes or gaps to keep cold air from entering if possible. Turn off and drain outside hose bibs. Check sump pumps and make sure discharge line is clear.

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Pets Calvert County Humane Society Meet Sadie! Sadie just arrived on the rescue wagon. She is a beautiful 72 pound girl who is calm, sweet and good on-leash. Although she needs a home without cats, she gets along well with other dogs, displaying good social skills and medium interest while maintaining relaxed body language and responding well to her handler. If you'd like to give Sadie her forever home, please contact her adoption counselor. She is currently residing at Fishing Creek Kennel. For more information, please visit HumaneSocietyOfCalvertCounty.org or come in and see all the animals available at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Phone: (410) 257-4908. Be sure to mention that you read about this pet in the Chesapeake Current! Anne Arundel County Animal Control Giving Thanks with a New Pet! Anne Arundel Animal Control is at maximum cat-pacity! Give a homeless cat or kitten a reason to give thanks: adopt and give them a forever home! Just $4 to qualified adopters to take home a loving cat now through Nov. 29! The $4 fee includes spay/neuter, rabies and distemper shots, and Anne Arundel County license. AA Animal Control also has a number of cuddly critters available for adoption. Thumper is a gray and tan domestic rabbit, an adult female.

Pinky is an adult male albino domesticated rat. Both were given up for adoption because their owners didn’t want them any more. Anne Arundel County Animal Control is located at 411 Maxwell Frye Road Millersville, MD 21108. They offer a low cost rabies shot clinic for county residents every Thurs. from noon to 3:00 p.m. except on major holidays. The cost is $5.00 per animal vaccinated. Cash or checks only are accepted. Call Anne Arundel Animal Control at (410) 222-8900 with any questions.

CURRENT EVENTS Bluegrass Show Features The Boxcars Award winning Bluegrass band, The Boxcars, along with “2014 Mandolin Player of the Year,” Adam Steffey will be making a return performance to the American Legion Post 238 in Hughesville on Sun. Dec. 7. The show starts at 2:00 pm with special guest Josh Grisby & County Line from Colonial Beach, VA opening the show. The doors open at noon and tickets are $15.00 per person. Just a short time ago, the name "The Boxcars" meant nothing. A few years later the name is synonymous with the five guys that make up this ground-breaking band. They don't sound like anyone else. And yet they capture the excitement of the bands that preceded them in Bluegrass and combine it with cutting edge sounds of bluegrass today. The result is, well, magical. The American Legion Post 238 is located on the corner of Rt. 381 & Rt. 231 in Hughesville. The doors will open at noon. A fried chicken dinner will be available for sale before the show by the Sons of the American Legion.

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For more info, 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. Also non-perishable food donations will be accepted for the Helping Hands Food Bank in Southern Maryland.

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CURRENT EVENTS 26th Annual Festival of Trees This community event and Calvert Hospice fundraiser ushers in the holiday season. This year’s theme is “Making Spirits Bright” and the three-day event will once again be held Thanksgiving weekend at St. John Vianney in Prince Frederick. Hours: Fri., Nov. 28 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 29 from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The festival features: exquisitely decorated trees, family entertainment, a

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wide-variety of vendors, model train displays, Santa’s Workshop, Quilt Raffle and the annual Gingerbread House competition. Please visit calverthospice.org, call (410) 535-0892 or email astavely@calverthospice.org. for more info.

Garden In Lights An enchanting award-winning outdoor light show featuring unique light displays, Optimist Club's Christmas Tree Lot with nightly entertainment. This walkGet your fresh, living Christmas tree and through event will be held nightly 6:00 – help the Optimists as they help the children 9:00 p.m. Dec. 5 thru Jan. 3 (closed Dec. of Calvert County. Open for business on 8, 9, 10, 24 & 25.) Fee for ages 5 and older Nov. 28, the Fri. after Thanksgiving, at is $6, children younger than 5, as well as Annmarie members are free. A dollar-off coupon is available online. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd. For more information call (410) 326-4640 or visit annmariegarden.org.

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9:00 a.m. in the Calvert Village parking lot (by the Prince Frederick Safeway) thru the holidays.

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Lights of Kindness: The Rotary Club of South Anne Arundel County presents this event at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville to support charities locally and through the Rotary Foundation. It's a Christmas tree decorating contest that allows businesses to market themselves while raising thousands of dollars for local charities and non-profit organizations. Trees will be displayed at Homestead Gardens from Thu. Dec. 4 – Sun. Dec. 7. Visitors will be able to vote for their favorite tree during Homestead Gardens’ regular business hours. It is estimated that 10,000+ people will be walking through this holiday forest during the Christmas rush! For more info on how you can get involved, please call Anthony Clarke (443) 822-1606.

Call 301.855.0282 today to reserve your spot!

Thursday, November 27 The Spiritist Society of North Beach and Friends will be hosting a full Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings on Thanksgiving day. The meal will be held at the Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet at 4110 3rd Street, North Beach, MD.

Currently searching for additional sponsors and donations. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or making a donation, please call 301.855.0282 or email ssnb@ssnorthbeach.org.