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Is ‘The Nightmare on Elm Street’ Just Around The Bend?

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A newly-released opinion handed down by the Maryland Court of Appeals puts new liability on the owners of Pit Bulls that attack. So what does this mean for North Beach, which is considering changes to its Pit Bull ban? The Town Councilman – and attorney – rewriting the law gives us his opinion. See page 4…

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Also Inside 3 Community 8 On The Water 9 Taking Care of Business 12 Cover Story 14 Business Directory 16 Remembering Family & Friends 19 Pride and Joy/Letters 20 Music Calendar 22 Out & About

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Maryland General Assembly to Reconvene Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley is calling state lawmakers back into session the week of May 14 to finish working on the budget. Legislative leaders expect the session to last two to three days.

An announcement from the governor’s office says, “The special session will be held to complete work on Maryland’s budget to ensure that Maryland’s Triple A bond rating is protected, and critical investments in public education, public safety, the State’s workforce, and critical social services are restored.”

Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. (D-Calvert, Prince George’s) of Chesapeake Beach has indicated that he thinks it will be a short session this time around. Miller told reporters, “I think we’ll deal with it in a two-day session, May

14 and May 15, perhaps May 16, but it will get done.”

Still on the table are an income tax increase on Maryland residents making more than $100,000 a year, and state plans to begin shifting teacher pensions to the counties.

If lawmakers do not reach agreement this time around, a default “Doomsday” budget automatically goes into effect July 1 with more than $500 million in cuts.

What bogged down the previous session was expansion of gambling to a high-end casino at National Harbor in Prince George’s County and a proposal to allow table games at existing slots parlors.

Those issues are expected to be delayed until another, separate session late this summer. Senate President Miller is strongly pushing for the gambling bills.

Beach Rental Inspections Discussed North Beach Town Council is considering significant changes to the current inspection requirements for rental properties.

Rather than annual inspections rentals that are now required, the new proposal under consideration would make it the responsibility of tenants to ask the town for an inspection if they believe there are any faults in the unit or they have any complaints.

Currently, about 50% of the homes in North Beach are rentals, and Code Enforcement Officer Paul Goins said it’s a burden to inspect all of them yearly. He said he does exterior drive-bys around the town all the time, adding that it’s difficult to schedule inspection times with tenants, many of whom the town does not know how to reach.

At the May 3 work session, Councilman Randy Hummel questioned whether tenants would be willing to “turn in” their landlords if interior inspections are scrapped. He also asked whether an initial inspection should be required when a property first becomes a rental.

Councilman Greg McNeill echoed more concerns, saying there are costs associated with moving, so some people might stay in a place that’s unsafe because they can’t afford to move if needed repairs are extensive and they’re forced out.

McNeill added, “I lived in rentals growing up and also rented when I first moved to North Beach. So I oppose lifting it and putting it on the tenant. Some tenants live in fear of their landlords. I think we need some sort of regular inspections otherwise it’s a liability for tenants, landlords and the town.”

Mayor Mark Frazer said, “The 2012 housing stock is not the same as 1980.

These homes today are not as hazardous as the ones built in the 40’s or 50’s. And the

quality of the landlord is improving.”

And, Frazer said, “The Town’s goal is to get to know our residents better and communicate with them. It’s hard to get a handle on who’s living there, and this can help our recycling work.”

One idea proposed is to stagger the inspections so all properties would not have to be inspected every year. Another idea is to link the inspection to the renewal of a rental license.

The council is also considering a new set of “terms and conditions” allowing landlords to “opt in” or “opt out” of getting town utility bills (water, sewer) in the tenant’s name, along with a list of other choices.

“For beach passes and recycling bins, we want to charge tenants a nominal deposit,” Treasurer Joanne Hunt said, which they could get back when they move out. “Also we have a bulk pick-up issue with landlords after an eviction.” As a result, Hunt says, the changes would require landlords to notify the town when an eviction is taking place.

The law says that after the required 24-hour waiting period, the landlord is supposed to dispose of what’s left on the street following an eviction. However, in many cases what’s happening is that the belongings are left and not picked up until the next bulk trash pick-up day. That’s a cost that is being put on other residents, not to mention an unsightly mess left on neighborhood streets.

Hunt said, “We want to know you’re (the landlord’s) going to pick it up or have contracted to do it. Otherwise, there’s a fee involved.” The town could then charge that fee back to the landlord.

The next North Beach Council meeting is Thursday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall.

Local Memorial Gets World Trade Center Relic The Chesapeake Current has learned that nearly eleven years after 9/11, Calvert County has obtained a piece of metal from the World Trade Center to incorporate into its new Firefighter/ EMS Memorial.

Marcianna Kreamer, General Manager of Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens says everyone is invited to join local EMS and Volunteer Firefighters in a remembrance ceremony honoring fallen heroes on Saturday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m. That’s when the newly installed memorial, along with this remnant from the World Trade Center, will be unveiled at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, 3270 Broomes Island Rd., in Port Republic.

Firefighter Mike Bowen of Co. 2 in Prince Frederick, who led the effort to get the memorial to remember firefighters killed in the line of duty in the County, also reached out to officials in New York for the relic.

“At the beginning of the year, I wrote a letter requesting to see if we were eligible

to receive a piece of the World Trade Center. A short time later, I received a response back that we were. So we made a short trip to New York to pick it up,” he tells us.

Here’s how he describes the piece of metal saved from the wreckage.

“It’s a small piece, about 14 inches tall and 12 inches long, about one and a half inches wide. They told us it came from the center of the World Trade Center. We’re now working to attach it permanently to a stone which will have an inscription about it, honoring our 343 ‘brothers’ lost,” Bowen adds.

The photo Bowen sent to the Chesapeake Current shows the World Trade Center piece as they’re incorporating it into the permanent memorial, so it will look very different when work is completed, with no straps.

Everyone is invited to come to the dedication ceremony to see it. During the ceremony, the Calvert County Fire and EMS Pipes and Drums will perform the song "Amazing Grace." A reception will follow, rain or shine.

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Protecting Citizens From Dangerous Animals

By Kenneth Wilcox North Beach Council Member A dog attack in the San Francisco by the Bay community in North Beach, in which a mother was attacked by a dangerous dog, is a tragic reminder that no dog — regardless of breed — should be allowed to run loose.

Therefore blaming Pit Bulls and having a ban on one dog breed isn’t protecting North Beach citizens from dangerous dogs.

About 1.5% of the American public is bitten by a dog each year, with one in six bites requiring medical attention. So in practice, a breed-specific ban won't address most dog bites, and most dogs subject to it would be unlikely to ever seriously harm anyone.

That is why I am sponsoring an amendment to the Town of North Beach's animal control ordinance. These are my reasons for strengthening our dangerous dog laws and not the official policy of the Town of North Beach.

Back in 2000, the North Beach Town Council passed an ordinance banning Pit Bulls and Pit Mull mixes from Town. However, in the past twelve years, the Town's breed-specific ban has been enforced just once.

I commend the past Council for attempting to address safety concerns of North Beach residents. However, protecting the safety of our neighbors by banning particular breeds of animals is missing the point.

Here’s why. Last year, a dog attacked another dog unprovoked in the San Francisco by the Bay community where I and many families with young children live. During the attack, the victim's owner was injured as well.

Calvert County's Animal Control officers conducted an investigation and determined that the attacking dog was a dangerous dog under the County's ordinance. In order for the owner to keep the dog, the County's ordinance has many restrictive and expensive requirements on the owners.

However, the Town of North Beach then opened a second taxpayer-funded investigation to determine if the dog was in fact a Pit Bull that could be removed from Town. During the drawn out investigation, Town officials learned that there was no practical way to prove whether the dog that attacked is in fact a pit bull. First, there is no one generally accepted definition of what is a “Pit Bull.”

Second, just looking at a dog cannot determine whether or not the dog is a Pit Bull. According to some experts, there are 25 breeds of dogs that can be mistaken for Pit Bulls. Experts say the genetic differences between domesticated dog breeds are so minute as to be indistinguishable.

The truth is, every dog, big or small, is capable of biting. Following this case very closely, I have come to the belief that breed discrimination does nothing to protect the public, but rather gives us a false sense of security. In the 70’s they blamed Dobermans.

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In the 80’s they blamed German Shepherds. In the 90’s they blamed Rottweilers. Now, we blame the Pit Bulls.

In fact, the practice continues. The Maryland Court of Appeals just issued a ruling supporting the belief that all Pit Bulls are inherently dangerous. The facts of the case are horrible – a “Pit Bull” attacked two young boys whereby one boy sustained life-threatening injuries and had to undergo several surgeries and a year of rehabilitation.

Now, the Court has included Pit Bulls and mixes in a higher standard of care, not because of the dog's actions but just because the dog is perceived to be a Pit Bull or mix. The Court can impose a higher standard of care in civil actions imposing liability than is required by public law.

The Court of Appeals is dealing with private lawsuits. Our ordinance deals with public safety through the public law.

The issue is the dangerousness of an animal regardless of breed. The Court and our ordinance agree on one point - owners of animals that attack people without provocation will be held accountable.

We have leash laws on the books and we should enforce them. We need to hold owners responsible for any behavior that is not appropriate. We can't legislate against the intentions of those who want to own vicious dogs. But we can be tougher about requiring responsible ownership. Dangerous dogs are often animals in need of food, training and medical attention.

My amendments will change the law from a breed specific ban to a dangerous animal ban. If Animal Control deems an animal to be dangerous, then the animal will be ordered to be removed from the Town. The owner will have the right to appeal the Town's decision administratively and through the courts.

Directing the Town's limited resources to protecting our neighbors by investigating the actions of animals rather than determining the breed will be more effective and an efficient.

About the Author: Kenneth Wilcox is a Council Member in the Town of North Beach and an attorney in Prince Frederick.

No Consultant For Golf Course

By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner Today I attended the Sheriff’s Office Open House in Prince Frederick to help with voter registration and to support the efforts of the Sheriff and Public Safety in Calvert County. It was a well-attended, community-building family event that was funded through business sponsorships and included a visit from T-Bone and Heather of Star 98.3 FM. I am grateful for those business sponsors who recognize the contributions of our public safety professionals.

However, several deputies questioned me about whether the community as a whole and the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) in particular recognize their on-going commitment to their jobs and to the public. The basis for their doubt was the lack of pay raises, step increases (longevity pay), or Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) despite the worthiness of their job performance and dedication to public safety. I hear similar comments from teachers and Board of Education (BOE) employees who expect the taxpayers of Calvert County to contribute more to the BOE so that those funds can be devoted to pay increases. Both those groups point out that their take-home pay is less due to rising insurance costs in an environment where the cost of just about everything is escalating, with gasoline being a top example. Some BOE employees have written emotionally compelling letters asking that the Commissioners also have their pay frozen, even though BOE employees have gotten small increases prior to this year. They do not appear to be aware that our compensation is frozen during our term at the same rate as that of the prior BOCC by state law. But really, our pay rate is irrelevant to the debate, except to show that we “get” it.

What I find myself saying, over and over, just as I have in this column, is that there is no additional money. We are in a time of declining property assessments, while property taxes make up 65% of County revenues, which means there is less tax money to spread around. Now we are being told that the Maryland General Assembly is being called into a special session in Annapolis on May 14 to consider raising taxes and fees at the same time the teacher’s pensions will be punted to the Counties, so the state can spend $3 billion more than last year. Meanwhile, the Maryland General Assembly also raised the amount of base funding (Maintenance of Effort or MOE) that the Counties must provide to the school systems with no incentives to the school systems to find cost savings. This means there is even less money to go around.

Both employee groups confuse capital expenses with salary expenses. Yes, we are replacing Calvert High School. We are being asked to replace Northern High School, which is reaching a critical state of deterioration. Those are capital costs. They are paid for by the state and the County. The County uses bond funding to finance large capital projects, which, like a mortgage, must then be paid back over 20 years. Salary costs are operating costs, which have to be fully paid out of current revenues, which are down, due to decreased property assessments. Salary costs recur every year into the future. Which brings me back to the fact that there is no extra money.

I am also asked, what about a special public safety tax or a special school tax? Who can afford those additional taxes in an era of rising costs and decreasing pay for everyone else? The very people who seek the pay raises would have them eaten up by the proposed special taxes.

Our employees deserve higher compensation based on merit, but there is no additional money until our economy as a whole climbs back from the recession, which is dependent on actions in Washington, D. C. and Annapolis and who we elect to hold those positions.

The Calvert County Commissioners have turned down a request to spend $23,500 to hire a consultant from Florida to write a business plan for the Chesapeake Hills Golf Course in Lusby.

Four proposals were received. Wilson Freeland, Director of General Services, and Doug Meadows, Division Chief of Parks and Recreation, recommended National Golf Foundation Consulting of Jupiter, FL. They called them, “The pre-eminent experts in golf, doing similar nationwide work.” Since 1987, they had done 900 such business plans, including recommendations on improving courses, revenue centers, management, staffing, expenses, concessions and retail sales, among other things.

Commissioner Steve Weems said, “For a resident of Huntingtown who does not play golf, I’m wondering what their reaction would be to a $23,500 taxpayer expenditure.” He suggested that they do the business plan internally. Commissioner Pat Nutter suggested using the County’s Department of Economic Development.

They said they tried that but the County does not have the expertise internally.

The previous Board of Commissioners voted to buy the course for $3 million dollars. Republicans Jerry Clark and Susan Shaw voted against the purchase, and were the only two commissioners reelected.

Shaw said she thought it was important to look at a marketing plan, because, “We want it to pay for its operating costs rather than taxpayers. Whatever we can do to move in that direction is very important.

Marketing is part of tourism and better the golf course does, other businesses in the area will follow.”

President Jerry Clark said, “They did it in a very wrong way from very beginning. The County was in a bad deal. They paid too much. That’s all history, we’re now moving forward, making improvements, making it better. But how many rounds (of golf) do you need to recoup the $23,000?

Even with a business plan, is it going to do it? We’ve had other plans and consultants, been all over the place since day one. What we need is a lot of income-producing and to have this put into a business model.”

By a vote of two for to three against, the motion died.

Commissioners Honor Auctioneers

Calvert County Commissioner Steve Weems, right, presents a proclamation recognizing Chesapeake MarketPlace and Auction House owners Kay and Larry Forman during National Auctioneers Week. The St. Leonard establishment is a unique market with 100 shops and regular auctions, tag sales and special events.

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Poker Run Benefits Vets Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival Memorial Day Weekend, May 26 – 28, 2012

BING AND BOB ARE BACK! The Stars and Stripes Festival, in partnership with Twin Beach Players re-creates one of theses nostalgic USO Shows from the 40’s! Live music followed by a night of dancing with The Boys & Me! Saturday, May 26 at 7:00 PM @ the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, 8536 Bayside Rd. Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 Tickets: $30.00 per adult; buy yours now at Chesapeake Beach Town Hall 8200 Bayside Road Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach was the starting point for a Poker Run to Benefit The Wounded Warrior Project on Saturday, May 5. To participate, bikers paid $20 for the ride that ended at the Greene Turtle in Edgewater.

Organizer George Swope says, “The weather could not have been any better. The poker run raised a little over $2,000.00. We have been raising funds since the end of February and the total that will be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project is just over $6,000.00.

That includes the Poker Run, bracelet and magnet sales and other donations.”

Photos by Cheryl Emery.

Hundreds Rumble In For Bike Blessing

North Beach Town Hall 8916 Chesapeake Avenue North Beach, MD 20714

Parade of War Veterans/Walk of Honor Sunday, May 27 8:00 PM at Kellams Field in Chesapeake Beach Salute our Veterans and then enjoy a free concert by Country Current from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. If you are a War Veteran and will be attending, please contact Kim Merrell at merrellsrule@aol.com. Special seating and needs accommodations available.

Followed by a free Movie on the Beach on the Waterfront in North Beach – Operation Petticoat. Bring your own chairs or beach blankets!

Call (410) 257-2230 or (301) 855-8398 for more info on the Stars & Stripes Festival!

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Tans Cycles and Parts of North Beach attracted hundreds of motorcyclists at their annual Blessing of the Bikes on a sunny Sunday afternoon, May 6. The annual event features a day of live music and hospitality. But the real purpose is to bless the bikes – and the riders if they want it – so they’re safe in their travels during the year ahead. For the 9th year in a row, Father David Russell of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in North Beach officiated, sprinkling the cycles with Holy Water (photo by Cheryl Emery). Father Russell says he’s been a motorcycle rider himself for over 40 years.

Police Blotter message will ultimately last a lifetime.

Violation of the ‘move over’ law is primary offense with a fine of $110 and one point. If the violation contributes to a traffic Fraud crash, the fine is $150 and three points. If the An unknown man paid for his purchase violation contributes to a traffic crash resulting at Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream Store in Dunkirk in death or serious injury, the fine escalates to with a counterfeit $50 bill on May 5 at about $750 and three points.

11:47 a.m. He is described as a black male in his mid-20’s, about 6 feet tall, weighing DUI & Possession of Marijuana approximately 170 pounds. At the time, he Trooper Donaldson stopped a vehicle at was wearing a pink and red striped shirt. Huntingtown Rd. and Park Place in Anyone experiencing a similar incident or Huntingtown for traffic violations on May 4 at having further information is asked to contact 11:52 p.m. Derrick L. Estep, 22, of Prince DFC P. Aurich at (410) 535-2800.

Frederick, was arrested for DUI and a search revealed the he was in possession of marijuana.

Thefts The passenger, John R. Murphy, 23, of Someone stole an aluminum boat from Huntingtown, was also charged with possession the backyard pond of a home on Grovers of marijuana. They were incarcerated at the Turn Lane in Owings sometime on May 4. Calvert County Detention Center.

Cpl. J. McCarroll is investigating.

Unknown suspect(s) cut and stole the Possession of Percocet coil of the outside air unit of a home on Trooper First Class Evans stopped a Cassidy Court in Chesapeake Beach vehicle for traffic violations on Adelina Rd. in sometime between April 23 and 28. It is Prince Frederick on April 24 at 12:56 a.m. A valued at $2,000. Cpl. J. Wahlgren is search of the vehicle revealed that Tiara S. Boyd, investigating. Anyone with information is 21, of Prince Frederick, was in possession of asked to contact him at (410) 535-2800.

Percocet that she did not have a prescription for.

Sometime overnight between April 28 She was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert and 29, someone removed copper rain down County Detention Center. spouts from a home on 1st Street in Chesapeake Beach.

Cpl. Wahlgren is Possession with Intent to Distribute investigating.

Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a Someone stole a Nookcolor Ereader vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 in Prince from the Twin Beach Library in Chesapeake Frederick on April 24 at 11:41 p.m. A K-9 Beach sometime between April 19 and 21. It scan of the vehicle alerted to the presence of is valued at $315. DFC A. Woodford is drugs. Jamal C. Fraley, 19, of Lusby, was investigating. found to be in possession of large amounts of marijuana. He was arrested and incarcerated Burglary at the Calvert County Detention Center.

A home on Westphalia Court in St. Leonard was burglarized in the afternoon on Possession of Oxycodone April 19 and jewelry, alcohol and guns were Trooper Esnes approached a suspicious vehicle stolen. One H&R 20 gauge shotgun (Youth in the parking lot of Flooring America in Prince Model), one Savage 20 gauge Bolt Action Frederick on April 29 at 4:19 a.m. A passenger, Camo Shotgun, one 50 caliber muzzle loader Jamar D. Mackall, 35, of Prince Frederick, was Rifle and one Ruger 45 were all taken. A found to be in possession of Oxycodone, which Motorola Droid X was also stolen. DFC V. he did not have a prescription for. He was Evans is investigating. arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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State Police Barrack U Reports:

In an effort to drive home the message of year round safety of Maryland’s emergency responders, the Maryland State Police remind motorists that May is “Move Over Month.”

As part of the effort to boost awareness of the ‘move over’ law, a decal, provided by the Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund (MAIF) was unveiled at a press conference earlier this year. The decal reads, “If I’m on the Shoulder, Slow Down and Move Over” and serves as a reminder for drivers approaching from the rear of an emergency vehicle using visual signals while stopped on the highway to, if possible, make a lane change into an available lane not immediately adjacent to the emergency vehicle or slow down to a reasonable prudent speed. Although state troopers will display the decal on their patrol cars for the month of May, the intended

Sparks Fly Over iPads The Calvert County Commissioners at their May 8 meeting first approved a federal law enforcement grant application asking for a high-end paper shredder and CAD Zone software for the Calvert Sheriff’s Department.

“This is disingenuous,” Lt. Colonel Hejl.

“We need those i-Pads. There are special apps for law enforcement that, for instance, allow us to write search warrants on the scene. There’s no reason to take those out and buy a shredder instead! I am upset that Finance and Budget decided this – it’s for law enforcement. At no point ever has anyone ever stepped in and said law enforcement should not have this item. The iPads are an investigative tool, we told them that in no uncertain terms.”

County Administrator Terry Shannon said the decision was made because the county’s Tech Support said they could not support them on the county’s network.

Lt. Col. Hejl argued, “It’s a tool. This is not any different from us buying a gun. They’re not going to get involved in that. It’s wrong the way this went down!”

He added that deputies knew how to use them, did not need or expect county tech support, and would rely on Apple support, if necessary. He said the iPads would not use the county’s network, and if there were costs for apps, the Sheriff’s Department would decide on a case-by-case basis whether to purchase them.

Commissioner Evan Slaughenhaupt then withdrew the previous motion, and instead proposed allowing the sheriff’s department to use the money for iPads, and remove shredder and

CAD software.

Commissioner Steve Weems said, “I’m going to yield to your passion, sir.” Commissioner Pat Nutter also voted in favor of the i-Pads.

Commissioner’s President Jerry Clark and Commissioner Susan Shaw voted against it, with Shaw saying, “I have some experience with the iPad. It’s very convenient in certain ways, problematic in other ways. One of concerns I have: are they the least expensive way of accomplishing the goal you’re attempting to accomplish?

The final vote was 3 to 2 to override the commissioners’ previous action, meaning deputies will get their i-Pads.

The sheriff’s department expects to receive $18,772 in the Justice Department grant; $6,800 will purchase the 17 iPads. The rest of the money is used in various other ways, including the High School Criminal Justice Program, victims’ assistance through the State’s Attorney’s Office, and safety equipment for the Detention Center.

Possession of Cocaine Trooper Esnes stopped a vehicle at Crescent Court in Prince Frederick for traffic violations on April 30 at 1:55 a.m. When contacting Ashley L. Long, 27, of Lusby, she appeared extremely nervous, avoiding eye contact. A search revealed Long to be in possession of Cocaine. She was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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The “Worm” Wins!

By Bob Munro

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he 31st Annual Rod 'N' Reel Pro-Am Sportfishing Tournament was held May 4 through 6. Hundreds of anglers aboard private and charter boats spent more than thirty hours out on the Chesapeake Bay from the Bay Bridge down to well below Solomons Island, trying to catch trophy Striped Bass.

Starting sometime in mid-April the large Stripers or Rockfish leave the Bay's rivers, having completed their spawning activities, and begin their journey down the Bay to the ocean. The smaller, younger, and many male Rockfish remain here in the Bay until they mature and join the migratory component of the population.

The spring Trophy Rockfish season is timed to coincide with this exodus, and the tournament is held every year during the first weekend in May, right in the middle of the trophy season. Many of us have been concerned about the trophy season this year, given the very warm winter and spring weather we've experienced. While the catch of Stripers was very good as this season kicked off (as we reported last issue), the number of large fish caught including those over 40 inches in total length was down considerably from the last few years. But during a

tournament, it's all relative and it helps to be lucky as well. Imagine the thousands of fishing lures that were trolled around out there this past weekend!

This year’s winning Rockfish was caught by anglers on the charter boat, “The Worm” out of Chesapeake Beach.

While the weights were down significantly from last year, the Rod 'N' Reel tournament was won by a 35.26 pound, 46-inch monster Rockfish caught aboard the charter boat Worm by Gary Kraske (far right in photo) of Manford, OK. Also in the photo are grandsons Ethan (being held), Coleman, son Kevin and fellow angler Ralf Nies.

Captain Drew Payne has fished this tournament for about 15 years, often placing fish in daily prize categories, but this was his first overall tournament win.

The big fish didn't hit until late afternoon on the final day of the tournament.

The fish fell for a black and blue parachute lure trimmed with a nine-inch white shad behind a small umbrella set 80 feet behind a planer board. Once the fish hit the deck,

Captain Drew and everyone on board scrambled to reel in all the lines and retrieve the planer boards and head for the weigh station, knowing that they might not return to the dock in time. Drew reached the scales just eight minutes before the station closed, with his fish that edged out the previous leader by 0.18 pounds! Forget the rabbit's foot - Drew must have had the whole rabbit in his pocket!

Congratulations also go out to Captain David Bailey of Hooked Up II Charters for his 35.08 lb. runner-up Rockfish. And thanks to the hundreds of anglers, young and old, who participated in this year's tournament.

For a complete list of tournament results and more photos, visit the tournament's website at www.rodnreeltournament.com.

Have a question about Chesapeake Bay fishing?

Send your questions to "onthewater@ c h e s a p e a k e current.com" and we'll do our best to get you an answer.

Don't catch 'em all, Bob Munro

About the Author: Bob Munro of Chesapeake Beach has been a career research biologist for the US Fish & Wildlife Service. At one time or another, he has visited every river entering the Chesapeake Bay from the Susquehanna Flats to Hampton Roads. An avid fisherman, he's fished the mid- Chesapeake since the mid-1980s.

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By Lyn Striegel

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fellow, but do you really want him to manage your money for you? This is one area that can hurt you and deserves attention from you you trust your life savings to anyone Everyone makes mistakes, all of the before else.

Do some homework, and then select a time. It’s how we learn. One of the goals of trusted advisor. this column in the Chesapeake Current is to help you understand what goes into a 7. Not Taking Advantage of Your financial plan so that you can minimize your Employer-Sponsored 401-K mistakes. You will make some. But let’s go When you contribute to the employer’s over ten common errors people make when 401(k), you are using pre-tax dollars so you’re engaged in financial planning: already making investments and saving money—if the employer matches your 1. Investing Before You’re Ready Many people commit this error. Uncle contribution, you’re getting free money.

Donald has made money by investing so I Don’t leave that on the table. Take advantage will too—I’ll just put money into the same of every opportunity investment. While this may work for Uncle Donald’s goals, how does it fit into yours? 8. Getting Intimidated The planning process begins with organizing Intimidation is an all too common tactic of what you have, looking at who you are and the unscrupulous. If you don’t understand an figuring out what you want—you need to Investment, don’t buy it. DO NOT get participate. Randomly purchasing invest- intimidated by anyone into buying something you do not understand. Be skeptiments because others have done so. cal, ask questions and don’t commit until you have studied. Never, ever send money or give 2. Putting All Your Eggs In One Basket Don’t do it! Diversify, diversify, your credit card information to someone for any investment without studying the investdiversify. ment first. Brokers are required by law to know their customer. You should know your 3. Buying the “Hot Stock” Investing should not be speculation or broker and all of your financial professionals. gambling. You can never win if you try to time the market. A stock that is “hot” today 9. Putting It off can crash tomorrow and there are very few Act now and get control of your financial life. opportunities to buy into companies like It is never too late or too early to start a Microsoft at the beginning. If you get one of financial plan. The important thing is to start. those opportunities, go for it. But, don’t Yes, it means getting organized and doing a expect you will. Instead, figure out a bit of studying, but the advantages will far long-term plan of action and follow it—your outweigh the effort. Don’t wait. . results will be better and you will have peace 10. Quitting or Obsessing of mind.

Never give up or walk away from your 4. Not Having a Will or Planning For Taxes financial plan. So what if your investments Your mother or father’s adage that nothing is are not doing well in a particular quarter or certain except death and taxes is true. You year? You may need to tinker with them, to will die; so get a will or a living trust; you will be sure, but don’t abandon your plan or your pay taxes; so plan for that too. Take your tax goals. In the same vein, don’t let your plan planning into account along with your control you. Don’t obsess about your investments. Be patient with yourself and your financial planning. investments. By making planning a part of your life, you will become more secure and 5. Trading In Your Investment Account Trading costs money. If you are investing for confident about your future. But your plan is the long term, you shouldn’t be trading in not all there is to you. Life cannot be your investment account—pick the invest- planned. Don’t allow your financial plan to ments you are comfortable with and stick become your life. with them.

Next Issue: Getting Down To Business 6. Picking the Wrong Advisor Why is it that we are educated about driving and must take courses before we are allowed to take a driving test, but have no required education before we pick an investment advisor? Your brother-in-law may be a nice

About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has over thirty years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).” Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.

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A Man of Few Words But Countless Deeds

By Brian McDaniel He may maintain a low profile, but behind the scenes, he works hard to make a difference in our community. Who is this guy who has owned Skipper’s Pier Restaurant for the past five years?

John Hiser is no stranger to hard work and dedication. The only thing is, he’ll never ask or expects to be recognized. Well, John, too bad! A lot of people, including the Bay Business Group, want to say thank you!

In fact, you can probably ask anyone at the Deale Volunteer Fire Department about John. After hearing that they were in need of a very expensive truck along with several repairs around the department, John and his wife, Gail teamed up to help them with those problems – and solve them they did. He was also instrumental in getting the station’s fireboat repaired and in service.

To honor servicemen, John, a Vietnam Vet and his wife financed, built, landscaped and installed a flag at the Circle of Honor next to the Deale traffic circle. He wanted to honor policemen, firemen and other first responders. John did serve on the Board of Directors of the South County Chamber of Commerce and is Vice President of the Deale Merchants Association and assists them by

maintaining the landscaping around the welcome signs and the Deale roundabout.

John also has a scholarship program for students who are interested in culinary arts.

Around Christmas time one year, John delivered dinner for more than 22 people at the home of a young man who was awarded one of his scholarships. The young man comes from a single parent home and worked very hard to earn that scholarship. Knowing this, John wanted to serve this family.

Originally planning for six people, John ended up going back and getting more food as the head count jumped to 22. He didn’t blink an eye. It was important to him that this family was taken care of and that this student celebrated.

John also took care of some wounded warriors who were fishing near his restaurant one afternoon. He invited them into for crab cakes and cold adult beverages. He simply appreciates people and never tires of trying to make a difference.

Though none of this has to do with Skipper’s Pier, it does serve as a testament of what one man can do with the many blessings he’s been given. John chooses to share and give back.

Whether he is matching dollar for dollar to raise money for the needs of retired servicemen, funding his scholarship program or providing the funding needed for a new playground, John asks for nothing in return. I’m sure when the Deale community thinks of the town, Skipper’s Pier is part of that. It’s a local and legendary place in Deale history. As of this article, John is He sprucing up that already iconic venue in an effort to satisfy customers. He’s also found talented new tenants to run Skipper’s, David Rosage and Jessica LaCronier. Anyone who loves good food is sure to be impressed.

John has found much success in the restaurant business and continues to give back. He’s a good listener and really has his finger on the pulse of customer service. So John, please know that “it just feels good,” to know that you are part of the community.

John and Gail also own Paradise Marina, one block from Skipper’s and cater to boats that want a marina in a quiet, park-like setting.

Like one of the slip holders (Brian) remarks, “I love coming to Paradise to enjoy my boat!”

The Bay Business Group is very fortunate to have John as a member. His example and leadership has all the “ingredients” of an awesome legacy.

Skipper's Pier Restaurant is re-opening on Thursday, May 10. (John says they’re

John Hiser

planning some major renovations in January/ February). Don’t forget to make your Mother’s Day reservations right now!

Skipper's Pier Restaurant 6158 Drum Point Road Deale, Maryland 20751 (410) 867-7110 About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He serves as one of three Ethics Commissioners for the Town of North Beach and is the communications director for the Bay Business Group.

A Soothing, Feel-Good Gallery Three creative local women are teaming up to create a truly gorgeous in a new art gallery on the floor above South County Café in Deale.

(L to R) Natalie Fluharty, Kimberly Lutz, and Mary Bowen in the Teal Room of their new Off The Bay Gallery and Gifts.

Natalie Fluharty, owner of Off The Cuff Jewelry, is one of the trio founding the new Off The Bay Gallery and Gifts at 5960 Deale Churchton Road. The other partners are Kimberly Lutz of Deale and artist Mary Bowen of Friendship.

Bowen says they designed the lovely three-room gallery and a hallway with bold, but warm colors to make it a sort of a sanctuary where people can stop in and wind down following a busy work week.

“Natalie always gets a rush of women stopping in on their way home from work. And when they come in her other businesses, they say ‘we just love the colors here, and want to see something soothing and happy before we go home after a long day.’ So, we painted the Gallery based on those comments. We have a teal room, a tangerine room, and a blue room that feel soothing, pleasant,” says Bowen.

Fluharty adds, “We have 25 artists, including painters, photographers, potters, sculptors, jewelry makers. Probably one of the best known is Lee Boynton of Annapolis. Off The Bay Gallery and Gifts will be open year-round on Fridays from 4:00 p.m. –

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8:00 p.m., Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.”

“This is not a museum,” Fluharty adds. “We showcase affordable, original fine art by local artists – pieces you’ll treasure.”

Need some ideas for Mother’s Day? There are plenty of thoughtful gift ideas here for the mom who has everything.

One very special silver jewelry line they carry at the new gallery is by artist Karin Karlsson, who removes barnicles from ships and uses them as patterns for amazingly beautiful, wearable art.

Fluharty ‘s Off The Cuff Jewelry are classic accessory boutiques with flair, with her immaculate sense of style being reflected in the new gallery as well.

She says, “I live to complete a look with scarves, jewelry, handbags, shoes. I love to put that perfect combination together, that is just right for each woman! We have Hobo purses, Chamilia bracelets.

Oh, we also have great gift items like Votiva candles and lots more.”

Can’t wait to visit? For Off The Cuff Jewelry, type in these GPS coordinates: 5544 Muddy Creek Rd, West River, MD. For Off The Bay Gallery and Gifts, type in 5960 Deale Churchton Road, Deale, MD.

Beautiful Bay scenes by renowned Annapolis artist Lee Boynton are featured in the Tangerine Room of the new gallery. He uses the Impressionist palette with extraordinary skill in both watercolor and oils to capture the delicate, soft, luminous subtleties of light.

The Business of Saving Lives If you were the first person on the scene of a serious auto accident, would you know how to help the inured? If one of your coworkers collapsed with chest pains, would you know the right things to do? What would happen if you were having dinner and your child, or a niece or nephew, or your best friend starting choking?

These are life and death situations that unexpectedly could happen at any time, any place. Fortunately, there’s a local company that can teach you, your employees, and family members these need-to-know skills that could save a life.

Southern MD CPR & First Aid Training is co-owned by two highly-qualified – and very busy - professionals.

Jonathan Riffe, has been a Sergeant at DC Fire and EMS for over seven years, Chief of the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department for over 15 years, and Chair of the Chief Council.

Jonathan has also been an instructor for the past six years with the University of Maryland.

Kim Jones is Calvert County’s Recruitment and Retention Specialist for Fire /Rescue/EMS. In addition to her work with the Calvert Department of Public Safety, Kim is a Paramedic with Calvert Advanced Life Support as well as All American Ambulance in Upper Marlboro.

They’ve only been in business since January of 2010, but demand for their services is growing tremendously. Jones says their company so far has provided life-saving instruction to more than 50 businesses and organizations in just the past year.

“We teach CPR for adults, children, infants and choking – you have to approach each one differently,” she says. “We have courses in basic first aid, blood-borne pathogens, ACL (advanced cardiac), pediatric life support, and also courses for day care providers and even baby sitters,” she says.

They train paramedics, they teach and recertify volunteers at firehouses throughout Calvert County, and they work with health departments, employees of nursing homes, doctors offices, schools, day care centers, churches, construction companies and many other private businesses and non-profit organizations.

So how did they get into this?

“Jon and I both have a burning desire to teach and have been doing it for years. One day it struck us, ‘Why don’t we pair up and form a business teaching businesses and groups CPR, AED & First Aid training?’ What started out as an idea about one year ago has now grown into a busy part-time business,” Kim tells us. “Jon and I have been friends since the early 1990’s. We

By Diane Burr

Kim Jones and Jon Riffe teaching at Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Learners in the background are (left to right) are Shannon Luckett, Brittany Cannon and Andrea Osbourne.

both started volunteering in 1996 and quickly became friends. We both agree that the best feeling in the world is helping out a fellow stranger and knowing that you made their day better. We get more enjoyment when we get a phone call or email from a customer that we taught months ago explaining how they were able to use their first aid training out on the streets. In the past year, Jonathan and I have taught hundreds of people throughout Southern Maryland, Anne Arundel County and Washington DC.” They are COMAR certified through the State of Maryland and have the ability to teach CPR, AED and First Aid through the American Heart Association (AHA), American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) and the Red Cross.

Southern MD CPR & First Aid Training also teaches all of the school nurses for the Calvert County Board of Education, the nurses at the Health Department and the nurses at Calvert Internal Medicine.

Don’t let the name “Southern MD” fool you. Although the majority of their clients are in Calvert, St Mary’s and Charles County, they also travel. Kim and Jon are currently working on two large projects based in Washington DC and Alexandria, VA. Wherever the demand is, they are willing to go.

“The best part of this training is it will save the life of a person. A lot of people take this training that they acquire through their jobs and take it home to their families so in my book, it’s a win-win situation! You could be driving down the road one day and witness a serious car accident or you could be in your local grocery store and help out an elderly lady that passes out,” Kim says.

“Our rates are very reasonable and we have

At an American Heart Association Healthcare Providers CPR Recert Class at Calvert Internal Medicine Group in Prince Frederick, co-owners Jonathan Riffe and Kim Jones demonstrate techniques to Angela Jones, who is a nursing student at the College of Southern Maryland along with an About the Author: Diane Burr of North Beach is the owner of employee at Calvert the Chesapeake Current and President of the Bay Business Group. Internal Medicine.

a large list of references if you would like. In addition, feel free to check out our website www.somdcpr.com for more info,” she adds.

Recently Jon experienced first-hand how important it is to have professionals quick on the scene of an emergency. He found himself on a stretcher, being airlifted out after being hurt in an accident on Route 4 just north of the Wayson’s Corner bridge in Prince George’s County.

“I was in fact involved in a pretty bad accident and was flown to PG Shock Trauma (on Saturday, April 14). I'm still slowly recovering and getting back to normal,” he adds.

Want To Make Money In Art? The Annapolis Arts Alliance and Quiet Waters Park will co-sponsor a seminar on the Business of Art May 17 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. in the gallery at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis.

The seminar, “Creating Income,” will feature three local artists speaking on how they do it: - Mike Noonan, musician and director of the Unified Jazz Ensemble, on getting grants and stipends; - Karen Engelke stained glass artist and former public administrator for Annapolis on skills in grant writing and how to get

commissions for individual artworks; - Natalie Lobe, poet, on teaching poetry and other artist skills.

Members of the audience will be asked to contribute their ideas, and there will be time for questions, networking and refreshments.

Admission is free for members of the Annapolis Arts Alliance, but reservations are required because of limited space. Non-member admission is $10.00, which can be applied to the fee for annual membership.

For reservations, Natalie Lobe, natalielobe@verizon.net or (410) 263-1947.

Businesses Asked to Help With Recycling The Calvert County Recycling Effort and the Calvert County Sheriff's Office offers clothing recycling bins to businesses. As a bonus, they get money for anti-drug programs for all the unwanted clothing that’s collected.

During the past year, scores of residents have recycled goods such as clothing, shoes, stuffed animals, bedclothes and cloth remnants into the M-A-C Recycling Bins. In addition to being located at some businesses, they are available at each customer convenience center as well as the county landfill.

Each week, the materials are collected and weighed. During 2011, the citizens of Calvert County once again stepped up to the plate to not only help the environment but also assist the County's D.A.R.E. program by simply disposing of old clothes, shoes, stuffed animals,

bedclothes and cloth remnants in these bins.

The old fabrics resulted in a total of nearly 255 tons of materials collected to be recycled.

This means that the County saved $16,643 in trash disposal fees, according to William Teter, Calvert County Recycling Coordinator.

It also means that the local D.A.R.E. Program (Drug Abuse Resistance Program) will receive approximately $1,800 for the year from D.A.R.E. America. (The local D.A.R.E. Program receives $100 per bin each year).

Residents are encouraged to please continue to use these bins, because not only do they save money, but they make money for the county.

If you would like to have a bin placed at your business, please contact Sgt. Bomgardner at bomgarmp@co.cal.md.us.

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ore than a dozen concerned residents of Pushaw Station Road off MD Rt. 2 in Sunderland confronted the Calvert County Commissioners with a laundry list of complaints at their meeting on Tuesday, May 8. About two dozen residents earlier converged on the Calvert County Planning Commission at their April meeting as new development plans for their neighborhood were outlined.

Timothy Morsell Jr., a life-long resident of the area said his parents and

(L to R) Cheryl Gorman Plater, Mae Morsell, and Timothy Morsell Jr. protest new planned development which would add traffic to Pushaw Station Road.

Residents Fear “Nightmare on Elm Street” On THEIR Street grandparents also had always lived there.

Before the commissioners, he expressed concerns about increasing traffic to the Convenience and Recyling Center (AKA: county dump), the Mt. Hope Community Center, the salt dome, communications tower, high-voltage power lines, and a proposed new access road to an additional 18-acre development that’s another phase of Aspen Woods.

Morsell said, “This would create a cluster of entrances and exits at a hilly incline. There’s always been a restricted line of sight with residents entering and exiting their driveways. It’s a danger now to residents and visitors.”

Morsell said the state refused to give the developer of the new phase of Aspen Woods access from Route 2; but residents don’t want the new street to be off already busy Pushaw Station Road.

“It’s a recipe for disaster. It’s already very dangerous for drivers. There’s a limited line of sight for numerous existing families. On this short cluster of roadway, it’s callous disrespect for those already living on this road. I along with other residents stand up for safety and other concerns for residents,” he added.

Morsell cited numerous accidents on the narrow, winding, hilly, tree-shrouded road with no shoulders. “A young man died on a 4-wheeler a couple of years ago.

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one of the new proposed roads in Aspen Woods ‘White Aspen Way.’ Morsell said she was shocked to learn of this street name at the county’s planning commission meeting last month.

“I am alarmed and offended by the name. Are we digressing back to the 60’s, putting up signs for ‘white only?’ I can’t recall any other streets in our area with identifiable names by color. Most streets are identified by labels such as north, east, south and west, or a family last name, not a color. What is a White Aspen? Is there such a tree? Could not find one in online searches. So I am offended. And I am offended on behalf of my ancestors: black, white and Native Americans,” Mae Morsell added.

Another already approved street name Residents complain about illegal dumping at the end of Pushaw Station Road by people who for the new development is Peeps Wood come when the dump is not open and decide to get Road, according to documents from last rid of their junk, anyway. month’s planning commission meeting.

The Chesapeake Current left a for Howlin Investment Then add all this new traffic? We’re being message Commercial Properties, but it was not violated again,” he insisted.

Commissioners President Jerry Clark answered by press time. ordered the County Administrator and planning officials to meet with the residents and address their concerns.

“Figure it out. Maybe it doesn’t work at all, but we’ll look at how to help this community. These things may not be feasible and not make sense to do this. I want to get our staff engaged into the process with you. You have my word we will do that. We’ll do whatever within our power to make sure that road is safe and a good place to live,” Clark promised.

Commissioner Pat Nutter added that he was familiar with the congested area and vehicles constantly pulling in and out into traffic. “It’s amazing there has not been a tragedy out of the community center.”

The group then gave the commissioners an envelope of letters from other residents and visitors expressing concerns about the area.

Cheryl Gorman Plater then raised another issue: some people who come when the dump is closed decide to unload their trash in residents’ yards and wooded areas along Pushaw Station Road.

“People are dumping tires, refrigerators, furniture, bags of garbage.

Residents say there’s already too much heavy They see the dump is closed and they drive on down the road and dump toward the traffic on Pushaw Station Road because of the the community center, and a salt dome. They end of the road. It breaks my heart to see dump, the County Commissioners they don’t want how this neighborhood is disregarded. But told more. it continues,” Plater added.

Mae Morsell, who said she was a 6th Resident Michael Morsell who said he generation resident, told the was born, raised and had lived most of his commissioners, “Pushaw Station Road has life there, expressed additional concerns. become the dumping ground of Calvert “There’s already unwanted harassment, County. People from all surrounding areas long traffic lines into Pushaw Station use this. We’ve become a dumping ground (dump). Residents experience delays for garbage, dead animals, unwanted pets – getting in and out of our driveways, and everything!” we’re cursed and threatened, especially Mae Morsell said in less than ten around the holidays. When the dump is years, she’s watched the neighborhood turn closed, our yards and fields become into a negative development for dumping sites. Having the dump on our non-residents. “Now they want us to street is not the best of scenery or fragrance, dissolve into another community. I don’t either. We have already tolerated want Sunderland to cease to exist.” inconveniences and hardships. But 38 new Given that many of the residents in homes in Aspen Woods – that’s too much. the area are African- American, she This would turn our quiet residential road questioned the developer’s plan to name into the ‘Nightmare on Elm Street.’

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Anne Arundel County Animal Control is hosting and an Adopt-a-Thon on Saturday, May 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at their facility at 411 Maxwell Frye Road in Millersville.

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Mmm Mmm Good!

The North Beach Friday Night Farmers Market, launched in 2008, is now open again with a scaled-back classic car cruise-in.

Favorite vendors are back, including Joe-Sam and Kelly of Swann Farms in Owings (pictured) with their famous strawberries.

New this year is cheese vendor Tom Tompkins (also pictured) of “Tom’s Amish Store” from Lancaster, PA who lets you taste before you buy. Among the delicious specialty cheeses he offers are old-European-style, aged Bouche, Smethe, Chateau Neville and Butter Cheese with garlic and chives. He also brings yogurts and other scrumptious dairy delights.

Students from Garrett Music Academy will provide entertainment on the pavilion. A North Beach Art Fair is also scheduled to begin on Friday, May 25 on 7th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues.

Where To Find Farm Fresh Foods Here’s a Chesapeake Current “clip-and-save list” of the days and times of close-by farmers markets in Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties. (WIC & Senior FMNP Checks are accepted at all markets).

Anne Arundel County Farmers’ Markets Anne Arundel County Market: Saturdays now through Dec. 22 from7:00 a.m. – Noon and Tuesdays June 5 - Oct. 23, 7:00 a.m. – Noon. In Annapolis at Riva Rd. & Harry S. Truman Pkwy. Contact: Brenda Conti (410) 349-0317 Deale Farmers Market: Thursdays July 5 Oct. 25 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. At 5965 Deale-Churchton Rd., Cedar Grove United Methodist Church Parking Lot Contact: Gail Wilkerson (410) 867-4993 Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Market: Thursdays June 7 - Sept.

5 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m At the DNR parking lot off Taylor Avenue in Annapolis. Contact: Lisa Barge 410-222-7410 Westfield Annapolis Mall Market: Sundays now through Oct. 28 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. In Annapolis at 2123 Generals Highway, in the mall parking lot

next to Sears Automotive.

Brenda Conti (410) 349-0317

Contact:

Calvert County Farmers’ Markets Barstow: Now through November, Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive. (410) 535-4583 Prince Frederick: Now through November, Tuesdays 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. At the Calvert Memorial Hospital Parking Lot (adjacent to MD Route 4), 130 Hospital Road.

(410) 535-4583

Dunkirk Market Place (Safeway Shopping Center) 10366 Southern Maryland Blvd.

Dunkirk, MD 20754 Monday - Friday 10 - 6 Saturday 10 - 4:30

Solomons: Now through November, Thursdays 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Riverwalk Parking Lot, north of the Solomons Pavilion. (410) 535-4583.

North Beach: Now through October, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 5th Street and Bay Avenue and 7th Street and Bay Avenue (301) 855-6681 Scan the Current Code with your smart phone to access a searchable web site listing all farmers markets, stands and pick-your-own farms throughout the state of Maryland.

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Memorial contributions may be made to Administration, retiring March 1, 1990. He was also a longtime farmer having supervised farm Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. operations and raising cattle and tobacco.

Sybil Dean Arrangements provided by RaymondRussell was preceded in death by his Caparratto, 88, of parents and by a brother Charles DeVaughn. He Wood Funeral Home, Dunkirk.

Huntingtown, passed is survived by his wife Margaret A. DeVaughn, a away Saturday, April daughter Patricia A. Scroggins of Lusby, and a John Harris, 85 28, 2012 at her son Marvin R. DeVaughn and wife, Cynthia of residence. She was John Derwood Owings. Also surviving are grandsons Russell J. born September 21, Harris, 85, of Port DeVaughn of St. Leonard and Phillip D. 1923 in Chattanooga, Republic, passed away Whitehurst of New York, NY, and a TN to Charles on April 26, 2012 at step-grandson Brent S. Morris of Port Republic.

Franklin and Mary his home. He was born A memorial service and celebration of Florence (Atchley) Jones. She was raised on her on January 26, 1927 in Charles DeVaughn, 82 Russell’s life will be scheduled at Trinity family farm in Steele, AL until moving with her New York, New York Episcopal Church, Upper Marlboro, MD. family to Washington, D.C. when she was a Charles Russell Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. to the late Melkon and teenager. She graduated from Eastern High DeVaughn, 82, of Lola Saajitian.

Rausch Funeral Home handled School in the District and attended college in Owings passed away arrangements.

Mr. Harris Washington, D.C. for two years.

April 27, 2012 at served in the Navy Sybil married Dominick Joseph Caparratto Calvert County from May 2, 1944 to May 29, 1946 where he Eugene Grimes, 85 on March 28, 1942 and made their home in Nursing Center in received the Pacific Theater Ribbon (One Star), Southeast Washington. She was employed as a Prince Frederick where Eugene Francis American Theater Ribbon, Victory Medal and telephone operator for C&P Telephone Co. for he had resided for Grimes, Sr., 85, of the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. He was 12 years. In 1970 her family moved to several months.

Owings, died in Prince discharges as a Boatswain Mate 2nd Class.

Huntingtown, where she was an active member Known as Mr. Harris worked as an automobile Frederick on April 5, at Emmanuel Baptist Church and the Red Hat Russell, he was born 2012. He was born in mechanic, which was also his hobby. He owns Society. Sybil enjoyed spending time with her July 30, 1929 in Upper Marlboro to Charles J. Washington, DC to two antique cars, likes restoring them, and was grandchildren, attending church outings and and Lucy V. (Richards) DeVaughn. He was the late Russell and member of Calvert Cruisers. He also likes auto going to Bible study. raised in Upper Marlboro and graduated from Ella Healy Grimes. He racing and boxing. He family and friends were Sybil was preceded in death by her husband Upper Marlboro High School in 1947. He had lived in very important to him and they will miss him Nick on December 26, 1993, and also by a served in the US Air Force and was honorably Washington, D.C., deeply. daughter Sharon Rose Caparratto. She is discharged March 2, 1952.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Harris Hyattsville and Upper survived by daughters Gale J. Howard of He married Margaret A. Norfolk Marlboro before moving to Calvert County in of Port Republic, a daughter Susan Carol Davis Edenton, NC, Cynthia R. Bonolis of Lusby, November 17, 1950 and they resided in Prince 1995. of Prince Frederick, and a son, John Harris of MD; sons Paul F. Caparratto of Brunswick, ME, George’s County until moving to Owings in He had been employed as an assistant Huntingtown. He is also survived by his James V. Caparratto of Tampa, FL, Ralph K. 2000. Russell was employed as purchasing agent manager with Giant Food and a receiving clerk grandchildren Renee White, Clint Harris, Eric Caparratto of Chesapeake Beach, and Gary J. with the Maryland State Highway at Chevy Chase Grocery. He enjoyed all Harris, Jason Harris, Heather Bebard and Haley hometown sports, especially Redskins football, Bebard and nine great grandchildren.

The family received friends at Rausch watching horseracing and playing the lottery Where Life and Heritage are Celebrated Funeral Home, Port Republic, which handled and Texas hold ‘ em.

Eugene is survived by his sons, Eugene Jr. arrangements. Funeral services will be held on and his wife Nancy of Concord, NC and Kelly Tuesday May 1, 2012 at Waters Memorial and his wife Lisa of Owings; brothers, Alton United Methodist Church in St. Leonard.

“Moe” Grimes and his wife Marie of Selbyville, Interment followed in Chesapeake Highland DE and Pat Lee of Waynesboro, VA.; sisters, Memorial Gardens, Port Republic.

Regina Waldron of Hyattsville; Gloria Still and Memorial Contributions may be made to: her husband John of Easton, MD, Linda Marret Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 and/or and her husband Robert of Germantown, MD Affordable Funerals, Caskets, Vaults, and Mary Alice Grimes of Baltimore; five Waters Memorial United Methodist Church, Cremation Services and Pre-Need Planning grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. His 5400 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard, MD 20685. wife, Maxine, son, Robert and daughter, Diane Family Owned and Operated by Duvall Grimes predeceased him.

Dorothy Holland, 72 Barbara Rausch and Bill Gross Funeral services were held on April 10 at Raymond-Wood Funeral Home. Rev. Randy www.RauschFuneralHomes.com Dorothy Louise Holland, 72, of Casto officiated. Interment followed at Ft. Huntingtown, died at Washington Hospital Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD. The Center on April 27, 2012. She was born on active pallbearers were Troy, Scott and Jamie September 6, 1939 in Sunderland to the late 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane 4405 Broomes Island Rd. 20 American Lane Grimes, Jimmy Waldron and Jimmy and Mike William Henry and Catherine Marie Jones. She Hunter. Moe Grimes was the honorary attended Calvert County public schools. She 410-257-6181 410-586-0520 410-326-9400 pallbearer. married Andrew Cleveland “Cleve” Holland on

Sybil Caparratto, 88

Caparratto of Millersville, MD. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren; sisters Ethelyn White of Melbourne, FL, Virginia May of East Peoria, IL, Mary C. Bjorum of Pensacola, FL, Charlcie May Vaughn of Trussville, AL and Lois C. Walker of Gadsden, AL and a brother B.F. Jones of Attalla, AL. Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings handled arrangements. A funeral service and celebration of Sybil’s life was held at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Huntingtown.

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She worked in the tobacco fields and then as a housekeeper, cook and nanny for many local families. She was very active in The Love of Jesus Holiness Church. Her hobbies included crossword puzzles, watching Westerns, listening to gospel music and going to plays and shopping with her sisters. She was also known for her cooking skills, especially her sweet potato pie, chicken and rice, sugar cookies and raisin cake.

She is survived by her sons: Robert Chalmers and Ronald Holland of Huntingtown, Lawrence Holland and his wife Endora of Oxon Hill, Keith Holland and his wife Felicia of Prince Frederick; Andrew Holland of Prince Frederick; daughter, Carlene Washington of Accokeek; brothers, Henry Jones and his wife Madora of Lusby and Forrest Jones of Prince Frederick; sisters, Shirley Wills and Mabel Keemer of Prince Frederick, Ophilia Brooks and her husband Joseph of Huntingtown, Teresa Gray of Oxon Hill, Veronica Claggett and her husband Melvin of Prince Frederick, and Verlene Wallace and her husband Galand of St. Leonard; 30 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

In addition to her parents, her husband, Andrew Holland, sister Betty Jean Stewart and two sons, Cleveland and Baby predeceased her.

A Celebration of Life was held on May 5, 2012 at Dunkirk Baptist Church. Bishop Robert Holland officiated. Interment followed at Ernestine Jones Cemetery in Chesapeake Beach. James Wills, Langston Reid, Dorille and Robert Gray, Alfred Hicks, Jr. and Fred Keemer, Jr. served as pallbearers.

Arrangements were provided by Raymond-Wood Funeral Home, Dunkirk.

Mike was born in Oroville, CA, to Jackie and Phil Joyal in 1965. He graduated Placer HS, Auburn, CA , attended the United States Air Force Academy and was commissioned in 1987. Mike began his career as an intelligence officer but soon realized his dream of becoming an Air Force Pilot.

Mike's pride in the Air Force Academy and the honor exemplified by the airmen with whom he served were at the core of his beliefs and resonated throughout his career.

He married his wife, Suzanne, in 1992 and they began their family in 1996. He was a devoted father to his two children and true partner in every way to Suzanne.

Mike retired from the Air Force on December 31, 2010 as a Lieutenant Colonel.

He was a command pilot with over 5,200 hours of flying time including 98 sorties as an Air Force Two pilot.

Retirement allowed him to switch roles with Suzanne and experience more closely the joys of raising two teenage daughters. He loved them deeply. He was a superb athlete studying every aspect of performance. But mostly, Mike loved the relationships he developed with his friends and his family, sharing the love of training, good food, good books, and music.

He is survived by his wife, Suzanne, daughters, Jackie and Katherine, his father, Phil, his brother Philip, and sister-in-law, Chris.

Donations may be made to the Joyal Children's College Fund, 15954 Jackson Creek Pkwy Ste B, Box 316, Monument, CO 80132 (make checks payable to Suzanne Roseberry) or to Bicycle Colorado for its "Share the Road" program. Please make donations directly to bicyclecolo.org.

Mike Joyal, 46

Ginny Mackey, 68

Michael S. Joyal, formerly of Dunkirk, died on Sunday April 22, 2012 after being struck by a motor vehicle while riding his bike near Larkspur, CO. He was on a training ride for the Ironman 70.3 Boise. The driver of the vehicle that struck him was arrested by authorities in Colorado and faces multiple charges, including vehicular homicide, driving under the influence, and reckless driving.

Virginia Mary “Ginny” Mackey, age 68, of Chesapeake Beach passed away April 27, 2012 at her residence.

Ginny was born September 25, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY to Frank J. and Ethel G. (Cade) Carroll. She was raised in Brooklyn where she attended public schools and graduated from Prospect Heights High School in 1961.

She married William F. “Bill” Mackey on June 13, 1964 and they lived in Brooklyn, NY and Suitland, MD until moving to Chesapeake Beach, MD in 1977. Ginny worked as a clerk at the J.C. Penney department store in Forestville, and after

moving to Chesapeake Beach was the manager of the former Sea Breeze Restaurant in Chesapeake Beach.

She was a devoted homemaker, wife and mother, and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping, especially at Dollar Stores. She was also fond of her dog, J.P. Ginny was preceded in death by her parents and by a son James Patrick Mackey. She is survived by her devoted husband William F. Mackey, Sr., sons William F. Mackey, Jr. of Chesapeake Beach and Kevin J. Mackey of Nanjamoy, MD; granddaughters Amanda Kathryn Mackey of Chesapeake Beach and Celenia Pennifill of Lusby; a “step-daughter” LaWanda A. Blanchard of Lusby; and sisters Jean E. Vicari of Sparrow Bush, NY, Eleanor F. Carroll of Brooklyn, and Elizabeth A. Bassett of Spring, TX. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings, handled arrangements along with a service and celebration of Ginny’s life. Interment willed at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk.

Expressions of sympathy in Ginny’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, Calvert County Unit, P.O. Box 752, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, online at www.CalvertHospice.org.

Mary LaMay, 96 M a r y Catherine LaMay, age 96, of Rose Haven passed away May 1, 2012. She was born February 14, 1916 in Bethlehem, PA to John Francis and Agnes (Peters)

Maguire. She was a 1937 graduate of Nazareth College in Rochester, NY. She married Vincent L. LaMay in St. Mary’s Church in Auburn, NY in 1940.

They moved to the Washington area in 1956. Mary worked on Capitol Hill for a year and then began teaching. She retired for Rogers Elementary School in Prince George’s County in 1975.

Mary moved to Rose Haven in 1991.

She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and its Ladies of Charity, Rose Haven Civic Association, and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 206. Mary loved people and enjoyed their company at many various happy hours.

She was preceded in death by her husband Vincent, a brother J. Frank Maguire and a sister, Cloe Birmingham.

Surviving are her children Jack LaMay of Leesburg, VA, Bill LaMay of Charlotte, NC, Jim LaMay and wife Donna of Ellicott City, MD, Tom LaMay of Rose Haven, and Kay Kingsbury and husband Ron of North Beach.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, David LaMay, Kym LaMay Foss, Stephen, Greg, Jeremy and Jeff Kingsbury, Alysie LaMay Doyle, Erika LaMay Keller and Bess LaMay, and twelve great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions in her honor may be sent to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or online at www.calverthospice.org.

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Margaret Pratt, 92

Victoria Slodyczka, 91

Margaret Agnes Pratt, age 92, passed away on April 28, 2012 at her home in Chesapeake Beach.

She was born April 28, 1920 in Baltimore to Robert A. and Maggie (Wills) Dugan.

Margaret was a 1938 graduate of St. Patrick’s High School in Washington, DC. She was married to Lawrence R. “Joe” Pratt, Sr. in Washington on February 22, 1942. She and her husband purchased a cottage in Chesapeake Beach as a summer retreat in 1965. Margaret was employed as a personnel manager with the department of Health and Human Services retiring in 1980. She has resided in Chesapeake Beach full-time since 1982.

Margaret was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and volunteered at Help, Inc. in Owings for over 25 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe in 1976, a daughter, a grandson, a brother and four sisters.

Surviving are a son Lawrence R. Pratt, Jr. and his wife Mary Jean of Crownsville, MD and daughter Barbara Jean Adkins and her husband Wayne of Chester, MD, eleven grandchildren, including her caregiver Susan L. Adkins, eighteen great grandchildren and three great- great grandchildren.

Victoria Joan “Nana” Slodyczka, age 91, of Lothian, passed away Saturday April 28, 2012 at her residence.

She was born October 17, 1920 in Sonestown, PA to Joseph and Antonia (Sclonkwiecz) Nawalaniec. Nana was raised in Ridgefield, NJ and attended Catholic schools. She married Walter Edward Slodyczka on February 16, 1947 and they made their home in Ridgefield, NJ. Nana and her husband owned and operated Walt’s Florist in Passaic, NJ for over 45 years.

They retired to Naples, Fl in 1990.

Upon Walter’s death in December 1999, Nana moved to Lothian to live with her granddaughter. She enjoyed sunbathing and going to the beach, listening to Polka music, completing crossword puzzles and word searches and spending time with her family.

Nana was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Walter E. Slodyczka, Sr. and by a daughter Barbara Jean Samoles. She is survived by her son Walter E. Slodyczka, Jr. and wife Tammy of Ft. Myers, FL; granddaughter Vikki Ann Etchison and husband, Dave and great grandchildren Barbara Jean and Nicholas D. Etchison, all of Lothian.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

A graveside inurnment service will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium at a later date.

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Pat Smith, 67

Mary Taylor, 96

Patricia Ann Mary Caroline “Pat” Smith, 67, of Taylor, 96, of Owings, passed away Dunkirk, passed Friday, April 27, away Saturday, April 2012 at her residence.

28, 2012 at Calvert Pat was born County Nursing August 15, 1944 in Center, Prince Washington, D.C. to Frederick. She was James Thomas and born July 26, 1915 Betty Ann (Anderson) Ellis. She was raised in in Philadelphia, PA the Prince George’s County suburbs, to Edward and Caroline (Clark) Kelly. Her graduating from Surrattsville High School. parents died when she was very young and Pat married Raymond S. Smith on she was raised by her aunt and uncle in West December 7, 1963 and they lived and raised Philadelphia, where she attended public their family in District Heights, Clinton, schools.

Friendly, and Temple Hills, MD. For the past Mary was employed as a silk screener five years they had resided in Owings.

Pat was employed for nearly twenty years with Sun-Ray Drugs in Philadelphia. She in the credit department at the former married William Jennings Taylor at the age Woodward and Lothrop department store in of 27 and they made their home in the Marlowe Heights, MD. She was a devoted Philadelphia area. They moved to Dunkirk homemaker who enjoyed spending time with in January 2006 to live with their nephew her family, especially her grandchildren. She and his wife. Mr. Taylor passed away May also enjoyed vacationing in Florida and 12, 2006 and Mary moved to Calvert playing the slots in Dover, DE. Pat was preceded in death by her parents County Nursing Center in March 2012. and by a sister-in-law Joyce Eudy. She is Mary was a devoted homemaker and survived by her husband Raymond S. Smith, enjoyed spending time with her family and Sr., sons Raymond S. Smith, Jr. and wife Janie friends. She also enjoyed fresh water fishing and Dennis L. Smith, all of Owings; with her husband. grandchildren Meagan, Shannon, Dillon, Mary was preceded in death by her MaryGrace and Olivia Smith, Megan parents, a sister Caroline M. DeJames and Hermosillo and Lauren Pavlock. Also by her husband William. She is survived by surviving are sisters Mary R. Winston and a nephew Leonard Gordon, Jr. and wife husband Robert of Englewood, FL, Barbara J. Smith and husband Bill of Merritt Island, Fl; Judy of Dunkirk, and nieces Patricia Lee a brother Frederick H. Ellis and wife Debbie DeJames of Burke, VA and Attricia Lee of Owings, and brother in law Thomas Smith DeJames of Norfolk, VA. Interment at Southern Memorial and wife Trudy of Port Charlotte, FL, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gardens, Dunkirk, followed a funeral Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., in Owings service and celebration of Mary’s life held at handled arrangements. A Mass of Christian Rausch Funeral Home in Owings.

Burial was held Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Owings. Interment followed at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Scan the Current Code to read Brentwood, MD. Memorial the Chesapeake Current Contributions may be made in her on your mobile phone! honor to: Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Visit our breaking news web site Frederick, MD ChesapeakeCurrent.com and "like" us 20678 or online: on Facebook for updates between issues! www.calverthospice. org.

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Pride & Joy The Teacher of the Year

By Jenny Kellner “I try to make sure everything I do is purposeful,” explains Calvert County’s Teacher of the Year, Dawn Caine.

This outlook guides Mrs. Caine’s math instruction at Windy Hill Middle School in Owings, where she teaches both sixth and eighth graders this year. “I love to teach reading just as much, but I live in the world of math,” she shared.

This is Mrs. Caine’s eighth year at Windy Hill Middle School, where she also serves on the School Improvement Team. Her teaching career began twenty-two years ago and she has taught at both the elementary and middle school levels. She was born in South Carolina and attended college there. She earned her graduate degree from Bowie State University and now finds herself a professor of education graduate courses.

Known for sparking the students’ enthusiasm for math, she explains, “We love what we’re good at. I work to help the students like math through building their confidence.”

She added that she keeps the developmental age of the students in mind as she plans her lessons.

“The eleven year-old brain is just beginning to grasp the abstract.” Challenging the children is important, too, as she says, “Being bored is just as bad as being confused.”

With triplets Conor, Claire, and Erin in 9th grade at Northern High School, and her own softball sports schedule, this devoted teacher doesn’t have much time to spare.

However, when she does, she chooses to read materials that further develop her teaching skills. “I am a student of education.”

Dawn Caine and husband, Sean, moved to Owings from Bowie because they wanted their own children to attend Calvert’s excellent schools. She enjoys working close to home and says, “I love this county.”

At the awards banquet at the Rod ‘N’

Reel, Mrs. Caine was presented with a laptop, several gift cards to local businesses, and a Chevy Cruze compliments of Bayside Chevrolet of Prince Frederick.

The selection process for the county’s Teacher of the Year began at the school level.

Each school names both a teacher and an educational support person of the year. Windy Hill Middle Principal Karen Burnett asked for nominations from her staff, backed with rationale for the selection. The staff then voted and Mrs. Caine was the school’s Teacher of the Year. School-level winners had to prepare a packet of written responses and attend an in-person panel interview as part of the county’s selection process.

Now that she has won this county-wide accolade, she is entered into the selection process for Maryland’s State Teacher of the Year. The winner of that recognition will be announced in October.

Dawn Caine’s own children are very proud of her recognition, but say that they already knew their mom was “Teacher of the Year.”

About the Author: Jenny Kellner is a mother, teacher and Girl Scout leader. She lives in North Beach with her husband, Joe, and their four children, and serves on the town’s Historic Preservation Commission.

Scouts Support Groups Members of local Junior Girl Scout troop 6745 presented donations to the Tri-County Animal Shelter and the Women’s Crisis Intervention Center at a recent dinner the girls hosted at Mamma Lucia in Dunkirk. The girls raised the money by holding a dance during the winter and by selling Girl Scout cookies this spring. Tara Pavao, (left) Outreach Coordinator for the Crisis Intervention Center, and Kim Stephens (right) of the Animal Shelter shared the missions of their organizations during conversation over dinner. The girls plan to continue to assist these organizations throughout the coming year.

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Chesapeake Current Music Calendar Have an upcoming music event you’d like listed here? Email details to MusicNotes@ChesapeakeCurrent.com.

Sunday, May 13 Cosmic Symphony Season Final - Music from the Movies at Huntingtown High School, 4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639 at 4:00 p.m. Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major; Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture in E Flat Major; Aram Khachaturian: Sabre Dance and Adagio from Spartacus; Hans Zimmer: Selections from Gladiator; John Williams: Selections from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Visit www.cosmicmusic.org for more info.

Friday, May 19 Encore Chorale: A Spring Concert. At 2:00 p.m. at the Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons Island. Free! Presented by ENCORE, Creativity for Older Adults.

Sunday, May 20 Market Square Community Arts Festival Live music, sidewalk art, artist demonstrations, Book Sale, community building, food and fun!

From noon to 4:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick parking lot.

Chesapeake Community Chorus: Bring the whole family for a delightful program of music at 5:00 p.m., at Friendship United Methodist Church. The concert is free (free will donations accepted) for the benefit of mission projects in the community. Meet chorus members and enjoy light refreshments after. Friendship UMC is one block east of Friendship Circle on Route 2, one and a quarter miles north of the red light where Route 2 and Route 260 meet in Owings.

Tuesday, May 22 Musician Eric Scott of North Beach releases his new CD "Where The Water Runs Deepest" at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis. Eleven brand new tracks! Joining him for this very special show will be the Patty Reese Band and Jon Carroll, who'll be sitting in with the band. This will be a crazy cool night of music, and he can't wait to share the new songs with everyone! Tickets are on sale now at www.ramsheadonstage.com.

Saturday, May 26 USO Show: As part of the Chesapeake Beach Stars & Stripes Festival, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday the Twin Beach Players will present a USO-type show at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. After the show, you are invited to stay for a dance with music by "The Boys and Me." Tickets are $30 each and include both the show and dance. Purchase tickets now at Chesapeake Beach Town Hall.

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MUSIC NOTES Camps, Clinics, and Concerts!

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am always excited when summer approaches because of the camps and programs offered to fill up children’s time in constructive and wholesome ways.

At The Garrett Music Academy, summertime is an opportunity to experiment. We very much enjoy mixing traditional pedagogy with cutting-edge and avant-guarde implementations to stretch talents.

Outside of regular music lessons and the recording studio, our seasonal programs are a mix of summer camps, one-day clinics, and even extend into our communities.

We are partnering with the town of North Beach to have a presence at each Friday Night Farmers’ Market in North Beach from 6:30 to 9:00pm. Every other week will be an all-are-welcome open mic night. The opposite weeks will be free music classes and clinics on a variety of musical subjects through October.

On May 20 from noon to 4:00 p.m. we are co-hosting the second annual Market Square Community Arts Festival with Marrick Homes featuring live music from Deanna Dove, The Bungalo Band, Cornerstone, and more. Artists, vendors, children’s’ activities, and a book sale are in the large courtyard at the Market Square Shopping Center in Prince Frederick next to the library. This is a free event but bring some money for local art and food from great restaurants such as Mamma Lucia.

We still have spots for artists, so contact me!

On May 26 we will be offering a number of music workshops at the Church of God in Lothian from 8:30 a.m. to noon.

R U ready for the 4th annual R U Calvert’s Next Idol? Save the dates: June 15 for auditions and June 16 for finals beginning at 6:00 p.m. each evening. This year’s celebrity judges include Nashville Producer Tom Dahrens and internationally known videographer Charles Harris. Must be a Calvert County resident to participate. The winner records his or her own free demo in our state-of-the-art recording studio. Register online now at calvert.lib.md.us.

A Linkin Park workshop is scheduled for Saturday June 9 at 2:00 p.m. and is only $15. Any musicians interested in playing in the style of Linkin Park should come and bring their instruments to The Garrett Music Academy. (Particularly guitar, bass, drum, dj, and vocalists; drummers do not need to bring kits.)

For gear heads our “Build Your Own Pedal” workshop will not disappoint. On June 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., participants will build their own fuzz distortion pedal. Lunch, tools and pedal supplies are included in the $199 fee.

The “Making the Band Camp” redefines benchmarks for fun and learning.

Campers are grouped into bands based on their musical interests and in just two weeks, a producer makes them into the

By Nick Garrett total package: a solid band, able to compose, perform, and market themselves.

The annual Battle of the Bands on the last day pits each band against each other to compete for the $1,200 valued prize of a free demo recording. Up to 500 fans come to watch. Some local bands starting out at this camp have even gone on to play at the 9:30 Club in Washington DC! Making the Band Camp is two weeks and goes July 9 through 20 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Monday through Friday. The cost of $499 and includes all expenses. Mark your calendar now for the Battle of the Bands July 20 at the Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad.

If you’re into breaking guitars, cops being called for noise, disturbing the peace, blasting a half stack on 10 to see how loud it is, then Metal Guitar Camp is for you! We also manage to squeeze in some quite important educational and technical elements, too! Metal Guitar Camp is truly a fan favorite. It’s June 25-29 Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon daily for only $299.

Camp Discovery is a unique mix of music appreciation, music history, and the most intense petting zoo under the sun.

This camp is perfect for young children and those new to music, and runs Monday, August 6 through Friday August 10, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. daily.

The newcomer to this years’ summer lineup is a Musical Theatre Prep Camp.

Taught by two experts in musical theatre, (one of whom is actively gigging in the field) participants will learn about the unique mix of musical talent, acting, dancing, and passion. It’s for even the most novice music students, and runs August 13 – 17 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon daily and is $349 for the entire week, including all expenses.

In addition to summer camps, workshops, and community performances The Garrett Music Academy continues to offer music lessons year-round and book clients for the recording studio. If you’re curious about any of these events, feel free to call The Garrett Music Academy (410) 286-5505.

Calvert County Public Schools, the Calvert County Arts Council, and Annemarie Gardens also offer a variety of fine arts summer camps, so I encourage you to check out their schedules as well.

The impact of arts on our community cannot be overstated. We hope that everyone will take the time to share these opportunities with family and friends who could benefit from these programs. And thank you for your loyalty to the Chesapeake Current and for reading my article each issue!

About the Author: Nick Garrett of {Prince Frederick is the owner of The Garrett Music Academy in Owings, a published author, and has served and continues to serve on various boards and commissions in Calvert County. He is also a State Senate legislative aide for District 29.

MUSIC NOTES Country Current To Play Free Concert

By Stephanie Zanelotti One of the great attractions at the upcoming Stars & Stripes Festival in Chesapeake Beach is a free concert by one of the nation’s most popular military bands.

The United States Navy Band, Country Current, is the Navy’s premiere country-bluegrass ensemble. The band is under the direction of Senior Chief Musician Keith M. Ameson and is nationally renowned for its versatility and “eye-popping” musicianship, performing a blend of modern country music and cutting-edge bluegrass.

This seven-member ensemble, formed in 1973, employs a diversity of musicians with extensive high-profile recording and touring experience in the music scenes of Nashville, Tennessee, New York, New Orleans and more! The members are skillful performers on multiple instruments including the banjo, acoustic and electric guitar, mandolin, fiddle, electric bass, upright bass, dobro, pedal steel guitar and drum set.

Country Current, considered a staple of the bluegrass scene, has shared stages with such artists as Boots Randolph, Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill and David Ball. The band performs regularly for the president, vice-president, the secretary of the Navy, the chief of naval operations, the chairman and vice-chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the master chief petty officer of the Navy and numerous other dignitaries. The Country Current also reaches out to local and national communities where they perform for Veterans, elementary schools, and in support of our active-duty Sailors.

The Country Current will be playing during the Stars and Stripes Festival on Kellams Field in Chesapeake Beach on

Sunday, May 27 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Be sure to arrive early to watch the Walk of Honor/Parade of War Veterans just prior to the concert.

If you are a war veteran and would like to participate in the Walk of Honor/Parade of War Veterans, please contact Kim Merrell at (240) 216-6311 or merrellsrule@aol.com.

Please feel free to wear your uniform or other items acknowledging your branch of service.

Special seating will be available as well as other special transport accommodations as needed.

After the concert, make your way to North Beach for the “Movie on the Beach: Operation Petticoat” to begin at dusk.

Do not miss our Closing Ceremony, presented by Chesapeake Beach American Legion Stallings – Williams Post 206 on Monday, Memorial Day May 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the Veterans’ Memorial Park (at the traffic light at MD Routes 260 and 261 in Chesapeake Beach).

About the Author: Stephanie Zanelotti is a member of the Chesapeake Beach Stars & Stripes Festival Committee.

Thank You From Beach Elementary Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Beach Elementary School PTA held its seventh annual Beach Bay Luau Auction for Education on April 21. This event is the PTA’s largest fundraiser of the year and is truly a community event in support of our youngest citizens. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the community members who helped to make our event such a success. Our business partners, both here in our community and in the larger metropolitan area, were again very generous with their contributions. Everyone has been adversely affected by our recent economic times, but despite that, business owners welcomed us and donated very generously.

We would also like to thank the members of the Chesapeake Beach community who contributed so generously to our efforts. The kind folks at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post #206 acted as our hosts for the evening and they could not have been more gracious. We also had the support of the towns of North Beach and Chesapeake Beach along with community friends at Calvert Library, Chesapeake Beach Railway

Museum and the Calvert County Offices of Parks and Recreation and Economic Development. In addition, we wish to thank our local elected officials who were very supportive of our efforts, in particular Delegate Mark Fisher, Sheriff Mike Evans, Commissioner Susan Shaw and Chesapeake Beach Town Council members Pat Mahoney and Valerie Beaudin.

Mostly, we wish to thank everyone who attended this year’s auction and helped to make it one of the most successful ever. At Beach Elementary, the PTA is proud to be part of a community that is committed to supporting its youngest members. Everyone who contributed to this year’s event aptly demonstrated that they share that commitment, as well, and it is very much appreciated.

Yours sincerely, Sandy Hunting, President Beach Elementary School PTA 7516 H Street Chesapeake Beach, MD

Supporting The Humane Society Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Humane Society of Calvert County (HSCC) has been serving the needs of Calvert County for more than 30 years, providing protection and shelter for animals until they can be placed in loving homes. This all-volunteer, no-kill shelter places hundreds of animals every year.

As a volunteer organization, the dedicated staff relies on contributions from the community and a few national organizations. With the continuing economic down-turn, funding has been reduced, yet the need to shelter and place these animals remains. To help support the HSCC’s efforts, there will be a series of fund raising activities throughout the month of May. On Tuesday, May 15, The Greene Turtle location at 98 Solomon’s Island Road in Prince Frederick will be donating a portion of their proceeds to support HSCC. You are encouraged to come to The Greene Turtle to help the cause.

Volunteers from HSCC will be on hand to provide information about the work done by the shelter, and how you may adopt any of the animals there.

On Thursday, May 17, the Rita’s Ice, located at 738 North Prince Frederick Boulevard in Prince Frederick will also be generously donating a portion of their proceeds from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. toward the cost of maintaining the HSCC. The HSCC will have volunteers on hand to answer questions about their work.

Dunkirk Wine & Spirits, located at 10802 Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk, MD is raffling off a bottle of wine valued at $200. The drawing will be held on May 30. Be sure to

come to their store and buy a $2 ticket for your chance to win the wine, and to help the HSCC in their continued efforts.

The HSCC wishes to thank these civic-minded businesses for their dedication to the Calvert County community. The HSCC offers a valued service, and businesses such as these are fulfilling their commitment to serving the local public through their charitable actions.

About the Humane Society of Calvert County The Humane Society of Calvert County (HSCC) improves the community of Calvert County, MD for animals and people by: sheltering and protecting animals from harm; placing them into caring, responsible homes; increasing awareness through humane education and community outreach; reducing overall animal over population and cruelty; serving as an advocate for animals through the promotion of humane standards; and enhancing the relationship between animals and people.

Available pets are showcased in each issue of the Chesapeake Current.

HSCC is located at 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland. Regular adoption hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Additional information, including how to volunteer at HSCC, can be viewed at their web site at: humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org.

Contact for more HSCC information: Kirstyn Northrop-Cobb Humane Society of Calvert County (301) 648-8278

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Out&About Art Exhibits

Through May 27: Featured Artists are Sue Page and Tim Sebian-Lander at Artworks @ 7th, 9128 Bay Ave. North Beach, MD 20714.

Chesapeake Beach Garden Club Spring Plant Sale & Yard Sale: 9:00 a.m. -12:00 noon at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum; 4155 Mears Avenue; Chesapeake Beach. Bargain-priced plant offerings collected from members' gardens, lovely hanging baskets and containers for Mother's Day gifts, and tables of yard sale items for your perusal.

5th Annual Calvert Wine & Arts Fest: Sample the best Patuxent Wine Trail wines with a $15 souvenir tasting glass at All Saints' Episcopal Church in Sunderland from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Shop from outstanding Southern Maryland juried artisans. Delicious food, live entertainment, children’s crafts, Mason jar raffle & more. Tour the 1692 church and labyrinth. Rain or shine! Save money; reserve your wine glass at brownpapertickets.com/event/223794.

Age verified by picture ID at fest. No admission fee. Proceeds benefit parish and community projects. Plenty of free parking at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, at MD Rts. 2 and 4, Sunderland.

Thursday, May 10 – June 3: CalvART Gallery Presents: Music from the Soul.

Paintings by Mimi Little and Glass Art by Ray & Phyllis Noble. Opening Reception Saturday, May 12 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Nobles and Little use their mediums of glass and paint to explore their feelings and their love of music. Sensational hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Kevin Brooks will be providing soulful music for the evening. At the CalvArt Gallery in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center, 98 S. Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Saturday, May 12 NBVFD Auxiliary Yard Sale. Held at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department on Bayside Road in Chesapeake Beach from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. To reserve a table, please contact Diana at (410) 231-1775. Tables are available for $15 each or $25 for two (must be reserved in advance, for additional tables, check with Diana.) Everyone’s invited to come shop at this mega yard sale event!

National Train Day celebration at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum on Mears Avenue from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be fun and prizes as well as arts and crafts; children can make trainthemed Mother Day’s cards. This marks the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. National Train Day celebrates trains and how they changed the lives of Americans. Trains hold a special place in the history of Chesapeake Beach, and the Museum invites you and your family to celebrate how trains transformed our town and surrounding areas.

Country Dance: For a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion 206. If you can't dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. Onehour lessons start at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight.

The modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies.

Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public warmly welcomed.

Sunday, May 13 Mother’s Day Breakfast: Honor your mom by starting off her special day with a special breakfast featuring Charlotte’s waffles with strawberries and cream, sausage, scrapple, bacon, scrambled eggs, home fries, biscuits, fruit, and chipped beef. Drawings for gifts for moms. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the upper level Dining Hall in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Open to the public.

Adults $12; kids 6-12 $6; kids under 6 free.

Bloody Marys will be available for a nominal charge.

Tuesday, May 15 Humane Society Fundraiser: The Greene Turtle at 98 Solomon’s Island Road in Prince Frederick will be donating a portion of their proceeds to support the Humane Society of Calvert County. You are encouraged to come to The Greene Turtle to help the cause. Volunteers from HSCC will be on hand to provide information about the work done by the shelter, and how you may adopt any of the animals there.

Summer Reading Contest kicks off for adults and runs until August 30. Game boards can be picked up at any Calvert Library branch.

More info: http://calv.lib.md.us

Thursday, May 17 Lincoln-Reagan Dinner: Calvert Republicans celebrate at their 2012 LincolnReagan Dinner at the Huntingtown VFD Hall. Social/cocktail hour begins at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. Guest speakers are MD House of Delegates minority leader and 5th Congressional District candidate Tony O'Donnell, and Maryland U.S. Senate candidate Dan Bongino.

Silent auction, announcement of the Calvert Republican Woman and Man of the Year, and a GOP vice presidential straw poll. Tickets are $50 per person or a table of eight for $350. To learn more, or make reservations, email info@calvertgop.org or call (410) 535-9100. Also visit www.calvertgop.org.

Civil Discourse: Rights & Responsibilities: Participants will explore their understanding of rights, liberties and responsibilities. What do we really mean when we say we believe something should be a “basic human right”? Or that it shouldn’t be considered a right? What personal life experience or perspective brings us to that conclusion? How do others come to their own diverse perspectives? Bring your views and experiences and let's talk about rights and responsibilities. Moderated by CSM Philosophy Professor Richard Bilsker and mediators Vicki and Dusty Rhoades from the Community Mediation Center. From 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Humane Society Fundraiser: Rita’s Ice, located at 738 North Prince Frederick Boulevard in Prince Frederick will be generously donating a portion of their

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proceeds from 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. toward the cost of maintaining the Humane Society of Calvert County. The HSCC will have volunteers on hand to answer questions about their work.

Friday, May 18 Quarter Craze/ Auction to benefit the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department on Bayside Road in Chesapeake beach. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. to shop; auction to start at 7:00 p.m. Lots of fun and great items up for grabs!

Campfire on the Beach: Begins at 7:00 p.m. for elementary-age children and their parents.

Hosted by the Town of North Beach.

Sat. & Sun., May 19 & 20 Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale: Great selection of used books at low prices. Sidewalk sale, weather permitting. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Calvert Artists Guild Award Show at Annmarie Gardens in Dowell, May 19 & 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participating artists will display paintings, sculpture, collage, ceramics, jewelry and more.

The 2012 Student Artist Award will be presented during the Artists' Reception, beginning at 2:00 pm.

Saturday, May 19 Breezy Point Yard Sale. Multi-family community yard sale held at the junction of Breezy Point Rd and Shore Dr from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; rain date May 20.

To reserve a table ($20 each), please contact Chris Kearney at (410) 535-9311.

Raffle chances from local businesses like Breezy Point Marina, Breezy Point Grill, and Rod & Reel!

Shred-A-Rama: From 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., the Anne Arundel County PoliceCommunity Relations Council invites any resident of Anne Arundel County to bring up to four hand-held file boxes (additional boxes $2.00 each) of personal documents and watch them be shredded. Ideal disposal for old tax and medical records, financial documents and anything else that you consider personal and private. Please take documents out of binders and remove metal clips. Locations are: Anne Arundel County Police Headquarters, Arundel High School, South River High School and Brooklyn Park Middle School.

First Annual Calvert Can Community Health Carnival at the Calvert Memorial Hospital campus on May 19 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Girl Scouts will have several booths at this event, as will numerous other groups. Free and open to the public to provide information about health and wellness!

Spring Crab Cake and Country Ham Dinner at St. James’ Parish in Lothian from 2:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Homemade crab cakes, country and honey-baked ham,

cheesy potatoes, homemade coleslaw, rolls and biscuits, beverages and homemade pies. Entertainment for the whole family.

Come and enjoy the bake and garden shops, homemade ice cream, antique treasures, oxen cart rides and guided tours of historic St. James’ Church, one of the oldest in Maryland established in 1692.

The dinner is $20 for adults, $10 for children ten and under. Children under age two eat free. Sponsored by the Women of St. James’ Parish, with proceeds supporting the Parish and community outreach programs. St. James’ Parish is located at 5757 Solomons Island Road (MD Rt. 2) in Lothian. For more information, call (410) 867-2838 or email stjamesdinner@aol.com.

Sunday, May 20 Market Square Community Arts Festival: Live music, sidewalk art, artist demonstrations, Book Sale, community building, food and fun! Held in the parking lot at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick from noon – 4:00 p.m.

Spring Family Fun Day at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Fun activities for families with kids.

Free Concert: Bring the whole family for a delightful program of music by the Chesapeake Community Chorus at 5:00 p.m., at Friendship United Methodist Church. The concert is free (free will donations accepted) for the benefit of mission projects in the community. Meet chorus members and enjoy light refreshments after. Friendship UMC is one block east of Friendship Circle on Route 2, one and a quarter miles north of the red light where Route 2 and Route 260 meet in Owings.

Thursday, May 24 Free Luncheon for Senior Citizens: At noon, at Friendship United Methodist Church.

Meet Diane Burr, founder/publisher of the Chesapeake Current and President of the Bay Business Group, who is the featured speaker. Call (410) 257-7133 to RSVP. Friendship UMC is one block east of Friendship Circle on Route 2, one and a quarter miles north of the traffic light where Route 2 and Route 260 meet in Owings.

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