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Friends Raise $850,000 for Their Parents Story Page 8

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Members of the “Lunch Bunch” from Emmanuel Church of Huntingtown enjoy the Teddy Bear Train display last July 4th weekend at Tans Cycles and Parts in North Beach. SEE PAGE 9

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local news This female duck at North Beach has quite a flock to tend to with her ten baby ducklings! This heart-warming photo was taken by and sent to us by Chesapeake Current reader Holly Williams of Huntingtown. SEE PAGE 4

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Politics Hit Below the Belt GOP Candidate Accused of Punching Opponent The primary is still months away, yet the GOP race is getting ugly for the opportunity to take on Democratic Delegate Sue Kullen in the race for the District 27-B seat. At a Southern Maryland Young Republican’s event June 9 at The Greene Turtle in Prince Frederick, Sonia Fisher, candidate Mark Fisher’s 19-year-old daughter, says opponent Bob Schaefer, “Sucker-punched my dad in the stomach as he was leaving.” In an interview with the Chesapeake Current, Sonia gave her play-by-play account of what happened. “Bob Schaefer was supposed to speak first, so we were in the back, setting up our computer and projector for my dad’s PowerPoint presentation. I don’t think anyone even noticed us. After the event ended, my dad walked up and reached out his right hand to shake his.” “That’s when he (Schaefer) said something like ‘that’s the rudest thing I’ve ever seen, it was so impolite’. Then, he grabbed my dad’s shirt and sucker-punched him with an undercut with his right!”

“Dad was wearing a dress shirt and he (Schaefer) grabbed him at the shoulder and collar with his left hand, and punched him in the stomach with his right fist.” “When he (Schaefer) grabbed his (Fisher’s) shirt, my dad said, ‘what are you doing man, what are you doing?’ Then, he punched him. It knocked the breath out of him. He really hit him hard.” She adds, “To see your own dad punched in the stomach like that was just horrific. Then Bob Schaefer and his family just walked out. We could not believe what happened. My dad was in shock – we all were. Several people came up to us right after that and said, ‘did he just punch you?’ and we said, yes!” The Chesapeake Current did speak with Schaefer who said he was on his way to meet with Frank McCabe, chairman of the Calvert County GOP Committee. He said he did not have a comment at that time, but did not deny the allegations. Sonia Fisher says at least two other people, including her 16-year-old brother, Sam, witnessed the punch. There was also a blogger at the event who posted his

account of what happened at http://redmaryland.blogspot.com. He called the posting “How Not to Win Friends or Win Elections.” After the meeting, McCabe told the Chesapeake Current that Schaefer confirmed the facts as they were presented in the blog. McCabe says the GOP left it up to Schaefer to decide whether to apologize or withdraw from the race. Fisher told us that he did receive a Facebook message from Schaefer, but all he has to say about it is, “Taxpayers have been punched in the stomach much longer by the State Legislature.” Fisher said it did hurt, but he did not go to the hospital or doctor, and he’s not planning to press charges. He stresses that he meant no disrespect to Schaefer

during the event. According to their election filings, Mark Fisher and Bob Schaefer both live in Owings. The winner of the GOP primary will face incumbent Delegate Sue Kullen (D-Calvert) for the District 27-B seat in the Maryland House of Delegates in the general election in November. Kullen commented, “I said my job was worth fighting for but I did not mean it literally!”

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By Commissioner Susan Shaw

n a rec e n t we e kend, I took a ride in an open cockpit 1944 Stearman biplane. Known for their rugged construction and wonderful flying qualities, including the ability to do acrobatic maneuvers, the Stearman was the primary trainer for pilots in WWII. However, my goal was not an airborne rollercoaster ride. It had been nearly twenty years since I routinely flew

over Calvert County in a small plane with my late husband, a pilot. I really wanted to see how my beloved county had changed from an aerial, or overall, perspective. Was I nervous about flying in an open cockpit WWII plane? Not as long as I had an experienced pilot! I bought the flight certificate at a benefit for the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park. Because I knew a little about Stearmans, having flown in a friend’s 25 years ago, and because I know that all airworthy airplanes have to pass a comprehensive annual inspection, I was pretty sure that I would be

flying in an aviation buff’s lovingly restored and maintained pride and joy. I was right. The website (www.biplaneairtours.com) told me that the plane had undergone a seven-year total restoration, making it like new. Nick Mirales, the owner and pilot, told me that he had flown over 1000 passengers from St. Mary’s County Airport. I relished the open-air view. Any lingering doubts about Nick’s Stearman disappeared when I heard the engine run. To avoid the airspace restrictions implemented since 9/11, and because the Stearman is built

Just Ducky!

Workers at Roland’s of Chesapeake Beach are hoping to soon be the proud parents of baby ducks! One employee put up the “caution” tape to help protect this female Mallard who chose to build her nest on the supermarket property. They say this persistent mama duck stayed sitting on her eggs, even while the back parking lot was recently being repaved. According to ‘expert’ calcula-

tions by Facebook friends, the ducklings should begin hatching around June 20-22, with it taking about a week for all of them to arrive. As everyone knows, our townsfolk in the Beaches enjoy an occasional goose chase that can back traffic up for miles at the crossing on Rt. 261. So please drive carefully and watch out for these new babies waddling around sometime soon!

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f o r visual flight, Nick explained that we had to fly over Southern Calvert County only. We criss-crossed the 1st district of Calvert at low altitude, allowing me to ascertain the difference between southern Calvert 20 years ago and southern Calvert now. What a relief! I was thrilled to see that southern Calvert County is still primarily woodlands dotted with open fields. The town centers of Solomons and Lusby are obviously more developed and Solomons is more intensely developed, as the town center concept envisioned.

The tree canopy over Chesapeake Ranch Estates remains. The beach restoration project at Dominion Cove Point is larger than I had pictured. The Cove Point Park and Public Pool loaded with swimmers stood out. The final takeaway: southern Calvert County is not overdeveloped and the big environmental picture from an aerial perspective looks good! Yeah! Next goal: a low altitude flight over central and northern Calvert County.

Candidate for County Commissioner Withdraws

he Chesapeake Current has learned that Nick Garrett, who announced his campaign as a Democratic candidate for Calvert County Commissioner in March 2009, has decided to pull out. The Prince Frederick resident and founder of Garrett Music Academy in Owings tells us that he has decided to focus on his business instead. He says public service has always been, and remains one of his great passions. “I believe in good government where the needs of Nick Garrett (left) has decided to focus on his business, Garcitizens are at the core of the de- rett Music Academy of Owings, rather than run for Calvert cision making process. However, County Commissioner this year. my number one passion in life and my primary vocation has always been mu- community, region, and country. While sic and education. I began to realize that if the Academy offers music lessons, we give elected, it would become increasingly dif- our community so much more through our ficult to do the job that needs to be done community service initiatives and mentorfor the citizens of Calvert County and con- ship programs. I am proud to say that GMA is well on its way. “ tinue to develop the Academy.” Garrett says he is not ruling out politics “I am blessed that my wife and I get to do what we love on a daily basis with in the future. “I want to be able to put my all our business. In 2004, I opened Garrett into a job as County Commissioner and at Music Academy with three instructors and this time it is not possible to do both. Some34 students. In 2010, we have a teaching times life’s path will present a fork and one staff of 35 and over 1,500 students enrolled has to choose which to take. When I finally in our private lessons, ensembles, classes, realized that I needed to withdraw from camps, and programs. As time went on and the race, I was initially very disappointed I had to choose time and again between an because I believe that it is time to change Academy event and a campaign one, I be- the way politics works and focus on future gan to realize what I needed to do. While planning for Calvert. I looked forward to my decision to run was well thought out being part of that and can assure each and and was based on several years of explora- every person who has supported me that I tion, I could not foresee the extent that the will continue to be part of that and return Academy would grow in that time,” Gar- to politics in the next election cycle in some capacity. I am optimistic about returning to rett adds. Even in tough economic times, Gar- a campaign for office in the future.” He adds, “I want to thank each and rett says that 2009 and 2010 have been every person that supported me financially, some of the best years for the Academy. “We got a message from our community, offered their vote, and gave time as a volloud and clear, that the Academy is needed unteer. Please know that your work is not and loved in the region. Schools like the in vain because we put together a campaign prestigious Berklee College of Music, Pea- that we knew was successful and would body, and Julliard started the same way as have resulted in winning a seat. It’s good the Academy, and over time these facilities to know that when we join again, that is prebecame a driving economic force in their cisely what we will be able to do.”

North Beach Mayor to Seek Reelection

t a news conference at the temporary Town Hall trailer, Mayor Michael Bojokles announced his reelection campaign theme would be, “Promises Made, Promises Kept, A Promising Future.” “I am proud of my record of accomplishment and the long term plans I have for the future,” Bojokles said. “Four years ago, we took over the leadership of North Beach and through hard work, strong manMayor Michael Bojokles agement and the support of constituents, we have gained financial security that historically we have never seen. We’ve delivered infrastructure improvements, reduced taxes, increased our business footprint, and added value to homeownership.” Bojokles says when he took office in 2006, he faced many challenges. “My first official act was to impose a spending freeze. The Town was facing a $350,000 lawsuit filed by the original contractor selected before our election to construct the Bayside Boys and Girls

Club. Until that was settled, the Club was nothing but pilings in the ground and a mound of dirt. I mediated the lawsuit into a $50,000 settlement clearing that obstacle to construction, which resulted in a Boys and Girls Club, which not only opened on time, but under budget.” He added, “North Beach’s infrastructure—its water, sewer, and storm water management systems—received much needed repairs during my administration. Working with our professional Public Works Department and the Town Engineer, we have restored the sanitary sewer system, cleaned out the water system, repaired streets and sidewalks and provided storm water management in areas that previously flooded. All this was accomplished without the need to increase water and sewer rates. Also, our boardwalk received a complete ‘green’ re-decking in 2009.” “Over the past four years, we have successfully lowered the tax rate, established and funded a capital improvements budget, while building financial reserves—a Rainy Day Utility Fund. Today, we have a significant reserves,” Bojokles says. “During my administration, North Beach has become a thriving commu-

nity and a welcoming place to live,” Bojokles says. “At the same time, North Beach has become a destination, a place that people enjoy visiting. There is an event for families on the beach and boardwalk every week during the warm weather months—festivals, concerts, movies on the beach, campfires and theatrical productions.” “Three years ago, we introduced our Friday Night Farmers’ Market, which attracts hundreds of people every week to purchase locally grown fresh fruit and produce,” according to Bojokles. So what’s ahead? The Mayor says, “We have worked for over three years to secure permits for beach replenishment and plan to have them in place this fall. We are currently working with the Department of Natural Resources to create a living shoreline on the northeast corner of town. At the same time, the Army Corps of Engineers will be moving forward to restore the wetlands to the north and west. This languished for eight years until we worked with our Congressional Delegation to get it reinstated. When completed, the wetlands and living shorelines will once again be an environmental gem contributing to the health of the Chesapeake Bay.”

Local Rotary Partners with Afghan Coop

he Rotary Club of Northern Calvert is pairing up with citizens in Afghanistan in an effort to help them get into legitimate businesses, while at the same time, raising money for projects here. The Rotary has established a partnership with the Arghand Cooperative, which was founded by Sarah Chayes, a former National Public Radio reporter who stayed behind in Afghanistan to help rebuild the war-torn country. She and a handful of other Kandaharis in this former Taliban stronghold, are encouraging the locals to produce fine products from local fruits, nuts, and botanicals rather than opium.

schmidt says, “This project supports the Arghand Cooperative to reduce drug production in Afghanistan, helps US military efforts in gaining the support of the people, and the proceeds benefit our local community. We’ve reached the point where we’re actually ‘making money’ to give back here, and we’ve cleared about $400 to date.” His wife and fellow active Rotarian Joyce Pfanschmidt sees it as a win-win project. “All proceeds go to our local Rotary community projects including Bayside Boys & Girls Club, dictionaries for 3rd grade students, scholarships for local high school graduates, hospice, various youth initiatives and others.” The Pfanschmidts say also enjoy being plugged in to what’s happening in Afghanistan. “With each shipment of new products comes news,” Joyce says. “We love to hear that they’re making progress against the Taliban, that they’re winning, and that we are helping the people become independent and get back on their feet with legitimate businesses.” The Afghan products through the Rotary have been on sale at Seascapes Home Accents and Gifts durPhil and Joyce Pfanschmidt with the Rotary’s display of soaps, ing women’s night out and Chez Elle Boutique, both in North Beach. The oils and scarves from Afghanistan. Club always looking for other appropriate opportunities as well. The Afghan products the Rotary is ofFor more information, visit the Northfering here include soap, colorful hand-woven ern Calvert Rotary online at www.northcalsilk scarves, note cards, and fine oils. To see vertrotary.com. Contact Phil Pfanschmidt at how they’re made and learn more, visit www. (301) 855-2380 or email info@northcalvertroarghand.org online. tary.com. Rotary Club President Philip Pfan-

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Beach Volleyball Championships Underway

Let the competition begin! It’s not the Olympics, but it could be just as exciting. The entire family is invited to come out to North Beach and root for your favorites. The teams are the Calvert County Sheriff’s Department’s “Law Dawgs,” the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department’s “Beach House Soldiers,” and the Town of North Beach employees’ “Beach Nuts.” The winners will receive the Town Cup Volleyball Championship trophy that will be awarded in September, date to be determined. The teams will play these Friday nights this summer beginning at 6:00 p.m. on the beach: June 25, July 30 and August 27. There will be fire and police vehicles parked on Bay Avenue for children to “tour.” And, of course, the Friday Night Farmers’ Market and Cruise-In starts at 6:00 p.m. as well. Photo By Chip Norris

Area Waterman Reels In National Honor Capt. Bob Evans of Churchton appears on the cover of the July issue of National Fisherman Magazine, one of three 2010 Highliners. It’s the greatest honor an American waterman can receive, since National Fisherman is the trade publication of the commercial fishing industry for the entire U.S. This year’s other two Highliners are from New England. As the magazine says, “Maryland’s Bob Evans has worked every level of government — and just about everywhere else — on behalf of fishermen and their communities.” Highliners are the best of the best among watermen, and it’s the commercial fishermen’s term for their own elite, the skippers and crews who bring in the biggest hauls. The term Highliners is borrowed from the title of William McCloskey’s 1979 classic novel about commercial fishermen of Alaska. The magazine selects its yearly Highliners based on their achievements in fisheries management, and as Evans puts it, “political management.” He’s an out-

spoken advocate of fisherman’s rights and livelihood, while at the same time champions protecting the Chesapeake and its tributaries. Evans owns Anne Arundel County’s Bob Evans Seafood. “Instead of ‘Down on the Farm,’ we’re ‘Down on the Water’,” he laughs, just so you don’t confuse him with that sausage guy. Evans says he’s been working the waterways of this area since he was 16, which means he’s been crabbing and fishing full-time for 40 years. He tells the Chesapeake Current that in the warm months, he goes crabbing in the Bay and in the winter, he fishes on the Patuxent River, primarily for catfish. He’s been president of the Anne Arundel County Watermen’s Association for years, and currently serves as treasurer of the statewide Maryland Watermen’s Association. Two other Marylanders have previously been named Highliners. They are Larry Simns, president, and Russell Dize, first vice president of the of the Maryland Watermen’s Association.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

The Death & Taxes Debate: Lawmakers Urged to Save Area Farms

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Swann speaks, people listen. Every year, the Swann family holds a huge community picnic and invites local farmers and movers and shakers. This year, as always, it was a who’s who of Maryland power and influence. House Majority Leader Allen Swann Steny Hoyer was there along with Maryland Senate Speaker Mike Miller, Delegate Sue Kullen, Maryland Agriculture Secretary Buddy Hance, all five Calvert County Commissioners, and many others. Previous years, even the governor stopped by for some deep-fried catfish caught in the Patuxent River, and for desert, strawberries grown right there. This year, Allen “Sambo” Swann’s mes-

sage to his friends and neighbors was an emotional one, asking them to urge lawmakers to take action to ensure that local farms stay family-owned. “Six years ago, I was diagnosed with cancer. They told me I had two to four years to live, so I fired that doctor and found one who had a better diagnosis that I wanted to hear,” Swann says. “I hope to be around much longer, but all this made me think about wills, trusts and how I can pass this farm on to my heirs.” “My son, Joe-Sam came back home and is now working the farm. I have four grandchildren, with one on the way. I want them to keep this land,” he said. Swann’s farm is nearly 400 acres of prime real estate in Owings on the Patuxent River, with 300 acres actively farmed. Counting Joe-Sam’s young son, eight generations of the Swann family have lived on this land since the 1850’s. They primarily grow sweet corn, peaches, strawberries, tomatoes and melons. Their produce is so exceptional that customers at the North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market wait in long lines to buy them. Swann Farm is also a wholesale supplier for numerous area grocery stores. “If I don’t die this year, I’m concerned

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that my grandchildren will never enjoy all the things I did here,” says Allen Swann. “What’s ahead for the federal estate tax is murder to any farmer and family-owned business.” This year, there’s a loophole that means the federal estate tax is zero. In 2010, there is a gift tax on property valued at $1 million or more, but that rate is low by comparison. Many of people feel that’s not right, either, and there should be something in between. One highly publicized case is that of Dan Duncan of Texas, the 74th richest man in the world, worth over $9 billion dollars, who died in March. The New York Times reports that if he had passed away in 2009, his estate would have paid taxes of at least 45%, and if he had lived into 2011 the rate would have jumped to 55%. Since he died in 2010, his heirs stand to keep billions that otherwise would have gone to the government. (For this entire story, search online for: Legacy for One Billionaire: Death but No Taxes.) While this is one extreme case, there are estate tax changes looming for 2011. Although numerous plans are under consideration, it could jump to 45% – 55% on assets worth more than $3.5 - $4.5 million. Swann says, “They’re asking us to give up too much. Who has the cash on hand to pay taxes like that? No one has this kind of cash. What you have to do is sell off the land, break up the farm, just to pay the taxes. It has the potential to devastate the small, independent farmer in America.” The large crowd of several hundred people burst into applause in support. What Swann would like to see is for estate taxes to be delayed as long as a lineal descendent lives there, “so that no children or grandchildren are pushed off a family farm.” House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said at the picnic that he heard Swann loud and clear and is pushing Congress to take action before the end of the year. What Congressman Hoyer told the Chesapeake Current that he is pushing for is a compromise in the range of a 35% tax on estates valued at more than $4.5 million. He also says he agrees with Swann about the lineal descendent exemption aimed at specifically protecting family farms. However, as Swann pointed out, these estate tax issues reach far beyond farms. For long-time landowners in Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties, many of whom have owned hundreds of acres for generations, they’d have to split up the property to pay their estate taxes. That would mean giving in to developers who are hungry for prime rolling countryside so close to Washington DC, Annapolis, the Chesapeake Bay and other waterways. The bottom line is: unless Congress acts before the end of the year, farmers with considerable land holdings, business owners, and more affluent households in our area could be affected.

Background on Federal Estate Taxes

The federal government levies an estate tax on the net value of assets transferred to individuals, other than the surviving spouse, upon a person’s death. According to the Congressional Research Service, under provisions of the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (EGTRRA) of 2001, for people who died in 2009, the estate tax exemption was $3.5 million per decedent, and the maximum estate tax rate was 45%. For people who die in 2010, there currently is no estate tax. However, the gift tax, associated with the estate tax, remains in place in 2010, with a cumulative lifetime exclusion of $1 million (above and beyond the annual gift exclusion of $13,000 per donor per recipient) and a maximum tax rate of 35%. For 2010, while the estate tax is repealed, there is a significant change in the method used to determine the “basis” of all capital assets transferred at death—from “step-up in basis” (value at the time of the decedent’s death) to “modified carryover basis.” Basis is the “cost” of an asset, used to calculate the capital gains tax due when heirs sell inherited assets. Under the modified carryover basis rules for 2010, there is a stepup-in-basis allowance that can be added to the decedent’s acquisition cost (carryover basis) to determine the heirs’ basis in the assets. The cumulative value of the step-up allowance is $1.3 million per decedent, plus another $3 million for assets transferred to a surviving spouse. In effect, this continues to provide step-up in basis treatment for the heirs of small estates, thereby protecting them from potential tax liability on the capital gains that accrued during the decedent’s period of ownership. The estate tax provisions of EGTRRA are scheduled to expire at the end of 2010. If Congress does not change the law beforehand, on January 1, 2011, estate and gift tax law will return to what it would have been had the previous legislation never been enacted. The unified estate and gift tax would be reinstated with a unified (combined) exemption of $1 million. The maximum tax rate would rise back to 55%, plus a 5% surtax on taxable estate value from $10.0 million to $17.184 million. Farmers especially say this would hit them hard because the value of their acreage has in most cases gone up tremendously over the years, and many heirs would be forced to sell off their farms just to cover the estate taxes. Numerous bills have been introduced in the first session of the 111th Congress either to permanently repeal the estate tax, or to retain the estate tax, with modification. However, none of these bills has passed both the House and Senate, leaving many local farm families, like the Swanns, concerned. The Obama Administration’s budget proposal for FY2011 has once again proposed to permanently extend 2009 estate tax law, effective retroactively to January 1, 2010. However, the federal deficit is looming, and the lower taxes cost a lot. Government estimates indicate ten-year revenue loss from 2010 to 2020 would be over $250 billion, not including the interest cost associated with deficit financing the loss of revenue.

zle. Simply stated we are paying worked on several health care primore and more for less and less, orities. In 2007 the Maryland Genwith health insurance companies eral Assembly passed the Workin the driver’s seat ultimately ing Families and Small Business making the decisions about who Health Care Coverage Act. This they will insure and what they law provided health care coverage will reimburse. Over the years to over 60,000 uninsured Marythe increase in health insurance land citizens who would have othcosts is choking our families and erwise had to use hospital emerour businesses. Over half of the gency rooms for their health care bankruptcies that are filed are needs. This drives up the rates of because of unpaid medical bills. hospital uncompensated care and People and businesses want to ultimately the rates all of us pay do the right thing but it is getting for insurance. The law also proDelegate Sue Kullen beyond the reach of most small vided grants to small businesses District 27B Northern Calvert businesses and families. Imagine that had been unable to provide s I represent Calvert working full time, having a family health insurance to their employCounty in the Maryland and not being able to afford health ees allowing them to provide this General Assembly I sit insurance. More Calvert Coun- health insurance coverage. The on the House Health and Govern- tians are in this situation than you Maryland General Assembly also ment Operations Committee. I get might think. As more businesses passed the Kids First and Foster a front row seat on the health care do not provide health insurance as Kids Act to ensure that 70,000 reform for Maryland so I am look- it is out of reach, less people have children who had been eligible ing forward to the next few years access to affordable health insur- for health insurance coverage got as we help Maryland navigate ance for their families. As people enrolled and covered. We also with the nation for better access to switch jobs and deal with the re- helped over 23,000 of our pooralities of pre-existing conditions est seniors by covering more prehealth care for its citizens. Last summer there was a for themselves or their kids, more scription drug costs for those who huge debate in the nation about were losing access to affordable fell in the donut hole. If all of these benefits sound what health care reform should health insurance. So the people look like. With health care repre- who need health care the most, familiar it because Maryland was senting roughly 20% of our econ- cannot get insurance because they already doing a lot of what the Fedomy, our full financial recovery need health insurance. A crazy eral Health Care bill is attempting to do in the next four years. Marywill hinge upon whether we can catch 22. In this last four-year cycle, land has led the nation in innovasolve the nation’s health care puzQBH Farms at HC Ches Cur Half Ad:BASE 5/24/10 AM Page the Maryland General9:29 Assembly tion 1and health care delivery. We

are the only state in the nation to have an all payer system where hospitals are reimbursed a substantial portion of uncompensated care through a rate setting formula. We do not have hospitals for the poor; we only have hospitals for the sick. We were working on limiting some pre-existing condition and already had in place the high risk pools that the new health care legislation will require. We were helping low income seniors with offsetting some of their costs for prescription drugs. So the exciting result for Maryland will be to sure up what we know makes a difference in health care and to amplify some of the efforts that we have already undertaken. While the rest of the nation plays catch-up, Maryland will have the opportunity to leap ahead in increasing high outcomes at a lower cost. This will be the biggest challenge for health care around the country. This last legislative session we passed HB 929, a bill that will enable us to operationalize the concept of

“medical homes” encouraging and paying health care providers to focus on outcomes instead of individual procedures or visits. This will enable well rounded care for chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, avoiding emergency room visits and more invasive treatment options. I am glad to have this front row seat on health care reform. I would welcome your opinions as Maryland moves forward in the next four years. It is an honor

for me to represent Calvert County in the Maryland General Assembly! Sue Kullen Delegate 27B

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Clean As A Whistle Friends Raise $850,000 To Fight Cancer They do it for their parents. It all started in 2002. Elizabeth “Beth” Prout Lennon of Friendship, and Joann DeCesaris Wellington, of Davidsonville, who have been friends since the age of five, raised about $15,000 in at their first golf tournament to benefit the American Cancer Society. To date, their efforts have grown to an impressive $850,000 raised for cancer research through their DeCesaris/Prout Cancer Foundation. This year, they hope to raise an additional $125,000 in hopes of saving other peoples’ lives. Beth’s mother, Maureen Prout of Friendship, was diagnosed with Stage 3C Ovarian Cancer in February 2002 after several months of varying complaints. It started with back cramps, but doctors told her she probably pulled a muscle. She had indigestion, but was prescribed Zantac. Her stomach was bloated, and they said should go on a diet. She had even mentioned this sneaky unheard-of disease “Ovarian Cancer” to her gynecologist, but was quickly dismissed. Maureen Prout passed away in January 2007. “Ten months after the first golf tournament, Joann’s father, the late Geaton DeCesaris Jr. was diagnosed with a rare form of non-smokers lung cancer. He was still in his 40s. Losing our parents is why we wanted to bring awareness to these two diseases that kill so many, but often go undiagnosed for too long, “ Beth says. “Lung Cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Ovarian Cancer victims have less than a 20% chance of survival and it remains the deadliest form of the female cancers. However, both are treatable if only they are diagnosed early, “ Beth adds. The friends felt they had to do what they could to get need-to-know information out in order to save others.

This photo from the 2005 DeCesaris/Prout Golf Tournament is of Geaton DeCesaris, his daughter, JoAnn DeCesaris Wellington, Elizabeth “Beth” Prout Lennon, and her mother, Maureen Prout. Geaton Geaton DeCesaris passed the following March 2006 of lung cancer, and Maureen Prout’s life was taken by ovarian cancer in January 2007. This was the last tournament all were together.

Beth says, “ If only all women knew that persistent bloating, gas, indigestion, pelvic pain, weight gain or change in bowel movements might be the beginning “whispers” of Ovarian Cancer! If only people would get annual scans when they had a persistent coughs and wheezing. If only people knew that you didn’t ever have to smoke to get lung cancer, more lives would be saved.” Since these cancers struck both of their families, JoAnn and Beth have raised and given money to dozens of groups, including the American Cancer Society, Mercy Medical Center of Baltimore, Brigham & Women’s of Boston, Johns Hopkins of Baltimore, National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Coalition, and many more. Beth says, “Our 8th Annual DeCesaris/Prout Golf Championship will be held on June 25 at Twin Shields Golf Club in Dunkirk. Through this event, we collect as much as $150,000 per year. We have many teams sign up,

and also raise money through an auction, a raffle, prize holes and a putting contest.” As Beth explains, “The reason JoAnn and I do what we do is because our parents set great examples, all four of them. I want to mention my amazing father Charley Prout, and JoAnn’s mother, also JoAnn DeCesaris, and the spirit, courage, and love they have shown. They continue to be our role models, they remain the rocks behind the DeCesaris/Prout Cancer Foundation.” “We want to bring ‘light to the fight’ against cancers. We are not only fighting for the victims, we are fighting for their legacies, fighting for our future. Hopefully this will encourage more people to donate a flag, an item for the auction, volunteer their time, or consider a sponsorship,“ Beth adds. “It could help save a life.” For more information, contact the DeCesaris/Prout Cancer Foundation at (410) 571-8869 or visit their web site at www.dpcancerfoundation.org.

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Summer Fishing is Heating Up!

’m always amazed at how well fish and plants and animals can “read” the calendar, or find their way home to their natal river or nesting area. Of course they can’t read man-made features or languages, but whatever aspects of their environment they do sense, there’s a time element built in -- like they’re following a schedule. How do Black Drum know they’re supposed to be at the Stone Rock by the last week of May? And as sure as I’m writing this, the drum will be few and far from that area by the time you read this. To be clear, what we call a Rockfish here in the Chesapeake Bay is called a Striper or Striped Bass (Morone saxitilis) up and down the East Coast. Most experts agree that the Chesapeake is responsible for up to 80 percent of the entire population of our State fish. They are an anadromous species, living in salt water as adults, but returning to fresh water to spawn. Now that the large adult Rockfish are back in the Atlantic, trollers are dragging smaller bucktails with smaller shad or other small offerings because the fish are 18 to 30 inches long. Mid-June, according to the fish calendar, is time for Norfolk Spot to return in numbers, and by numbers I mean millions. These tasty bottom feeders cannot resist bloodworms and serious Spot fishermen can catch hundreds in an afternoon. Check out a catch of Spot from a charter with Captain Drew Payne on the “Worm.” But Spot are also used as bait because predatory fish like Stripers and Bluefish cannot resist them. Some fishermen have already switched to livelining Spot and small Croakers (9 inch minimum) to catch Stripers. This young lady, visiting from Dallas, had a blast catching her Rockfish while livelining Spot. “Diamond Jim” is out there right now, waiting for a lucky angler to claim a prize that starts at $10,000! Maryland Department of Natural Resourc-

es (DNR) recently released specially tagged Rockfish into the Bay at several locations. “The Maryland Fishing challenge encourages anglers of all ages and experience levels to enjoy our waterways,” said Governor Martin O’Malley. “This is a great opportunity for Marylanders to spend time with their families, enjoying the beautiful natural resources Maryland has to offer.” DNR personnel also tagged and released up to 200 additional “imposters” each worth $500. “Diamond Jim’s” worth increases each month that he avoids capture, topping out at a cool $25,000 in August. For more information, see the DNR Press Release (http://www.dnr.state.md.us/ dnrnews/pressrelease2010/ 052710c.asp).

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From the helm of the charter boat “Worm”, Captain Drew Payne offers the following: “Spot and perch moving into our part of the Bay along with more Croaker. Black Drum are still here, but not for long. A few Flounder have been caught along channel edges, and Bluefish will be showing up any day. Livelining will be in full swing when Spot show up in better numbers very soon.” Don’t catch ‘em all, Bob Munro Bob Munro 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 midChesapeake since the mid-1980s.

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’m proud to say that the Bay Business Group has a great reputation for being innovative and willing to work hard to help the economy of our region. Five years ago, folks at the Bay Business Group started to think about how to increase the flow of people stopping and shopping at local businesses. One member, Marilyn VanWagner, had an idea -- a trolley to run through the beaches. We realized there was no regular transportation system linking the small businesses in the area, especially during the summer months. We also knew that, if we created a plan for the small businesses to increase their traffic, they would be supportive of the plan. And, we wanted to make the transportation fun for the riders and keep costs low. Marilyn became the chair of a committee to explore the idea and, after exhaustive research, found a company in Virginia from whom we could rent the trolley on a turn-key basis at an hourly rate. We also decided that we could fund the cost through the sale of advertising

Local Transportation funded by local businesses to local businesses. Once this was done, we helped create a new organization, the Beach Trolley Association, to manage the trolley operations. The idea was born. It’s now three years later and we have three trolleys servicing Chesapeake Beach, North Beach, Rose Haven, Herrington South, Herrington North, Deale, and Dunkirk, all for just 25 cents a ride. The shorter one-hour routes and expanded coverage are obviously working. Over eleven hundred people enjoyed the trolleys on their first weekend. Pick up your Trolley Ride Guide and patronize the many local businesses that have made your trolleys possible.

STRESS RELIEVER: Valerie Watson, At the Bay Healing Arts

Stress seems to come with life. That’s why knowing Valerie Watson of At the Bay Healing Arts Center in North Beach is so helpful. I found Valerie in 2002 when a back injury stopped me in my tracks. Her healing hands took away the pain and I’ve been happily referring folks to her ever since. If you want to relieve pain, distress, relax, revive or rejuvenate, try At the Bay. Started by Valerie in 2002, At The Bay offers a variety of services that will help you lead a happier, healthier, more balanced way of life, including therapeutic massage, facial toning, hospice massage, couples massage, reflexology, Reiki, and Chakra Balancing. Ask Valerie about their Relaxation Room. Call for an appointment or just stop by the charming beach cottage at 9129 Bay Avenue. With Father’s Day coming up, try giving dad a Gift Certificate from At the Bay. Walk-ins are always welcome and subject to availability. Like many small business owners, Valerie was working two jobs in 2002 when the owner of the massage center where she worked informed her she was closing her business, and Valerie had to make a decision. She was ready to commit to exclusively working in North Beach and decided to take the chance and start At the Bay. The day after her decision to stay, she received a phone call from Peggy Cordes, a recent

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graduate with a Masters Degree in Acupuncture, who was looking for a place to work close to home. Over the past eight years, the business has grown. At the Bay currently offers a group of professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of their clients and their community. As Valerie says, “none of this would have been possible without the support and help of my family, friends and help from Joy Baker,” her colleague and a specialist in Reiki. And, Valerie and her colleagues teach as well as practice. At the Bay offers classes in Stress Management (Valerie and Francine Levy are the teachers), Infant Massage (teaches parents and caregivers how to massage infants.) and Couples Massage. Classes can be given to a group or on a one-on-one basis. Stress Management classes can be given at the workplace. AT THE BAY is planning to expand by offering acupuncture and other disciplines as well. Starting later in 2010, AT THE BAY will offer meditation, Reiki share, nutritional counseling and soul coaching. They also sell products from essential oils to pain relieving gels and cream to herbal neck wraps to help you relax, ease your pain and enhance your well-being. Or, if you are redecorating and need something to hang on your walls, come and check out the local photography for sale at At the Bay, including Valerie’s photos. Valerie’s business success has come from the quality of services she provides, as well as the help of other small businesses: “The camaraderie of the businesses in North Beach and the Bay Business Group has been great and has helped me to survive in difficult times.” For Valerie, practicing the healing arts “is a rewarding experience.” As she says: “Helping people overcome their pain, whether it is physical, emotional or spiritual, is a gift.” Happily, At the Bay Healing Arts Center is a local business entirely dedicated to helping you relax. About the Author: Lynda Striegel is a partner with the law firm Striegel & Buchheister in North Beach and is President of the Bay Business Group, composed of over 100 small businesses in North Beach, Chesapeake Beach, Dunkirk, Owings and Deale. For more information, visit www.BayBusinessGroup.org.

Businesses Warned of Bad Checks

he Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is advising local business to be on the alert for bad checks being written by a Francesca M. Daniele on two different closed accounts. Dunkirk Supply businesses in Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties have received these checks from a woman and a man who made off together

with tools and equipment. A possible vehicle they are driving is a silver four-door Hyundai. If any other businesses have received checks from this person that have been returned, please contact the State’s Attorney’s Office at (410) 5351600 ext. 2369 or the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800.

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Dunkirk Idol Contest. This year’s big attraction is the Dunkirk Dunking Booth. Come dunk your local politicians, police officers, school principals and more. All proceeds will be donated to End Hunger in Calvert County. You can throw a ball for every non-perishable food item you bring, or get three balls for $5.

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the living room ceiling. I still laugh at the old photo of my big brother standing proudly beside the tree with his new six-shooters blazing, his holster hanging loosely around his waist and at his feet our train is circling.

visitors from all over the country and even outside the country. A spooky Halloween train was added a few years ago, and last year was the first year for the Bunny Train at Easter and the Teddy Bear Train at the Fourth of July. Tom has been a train collector since his early teens and enjoys sharing his passion for trains with customers and friends, old and new. This year, on July 2nd and 3rd the second annual Teddy Bear Train will be up and running. The hours on Friday are from 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Come to North Beach for sun and fun, art and antiques, shopping and dining, relaxing and pampering, and take time to see the trains! About the Author: Merle Blair is a member of the North Beach Loop who works at Tans Cycles and Parts.

Photo by Natalie Coleman The patriotic Teddy Bear Train display last July 4th weekend at Tans Cycles and Parts in North Beach delighted train lovers of all ages. Owner Tom Crockett promises an even larger, more elaborate display this year.

Photo by Natalie Coleman Members of the “Lunch Bunch” from Emmanuel Church of Huntingtown enjoy the Teddy Bear Train display last July 4th weekend at Tans Cycles and Parts in North Beach. Visitors can expect an even larger, more elaborate display this year.

Beach Railway Museum and you will understand why. Work is beginning on a trail that follows the route the train took from Washington, DC to the Chesapeake Beach Railway Station. What a wonderful addition to our area that will be to commemorate a time gone by. Many of us have fond memories of riding trains to visit relatives at the holidays or for a summer vacation. And who among us didn’t have a model train set as a child? Usually, it came out of storage to be set up around the fragrant, fresh-cut evergreen that had to be trimmed to clear

What, you ask, has this got to do with the North Beach Loop? Tom Crockett, the owner of Tans Cycles Parts at 5th and Chesapeake Avenue, has been a North Beach businessman for 40 years, the go-to guy for both motorcycle owners and train buffs. Besides being a motorcycle shop with parts, accessories and repairs, Tans is, also, a certified Lionel sales and repair service dealer. Every year since 1999, Tans has had a holiday train display, each year growing in size and scope, bringing

North Beach Loop Chesapeake Current Business Calendar Build your business through networking at these local business events: The Bay Business Group meets the third Wednesday of each month. June 21 8:30 a.m. At Herrington on the Bay in Rose Haven. For more information, contact Stephanie Crosby at sb.cosby@comcast.net or visit their web site at www.baybusinessgroup.org.

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here were so many people at Breezy Point on Memorial Day, they wouldn’t even let us in. Same at Brownie’s Beach in Chesapeake Beach. Finally, they let us in at North Beach. I’ve never seen so many people out here in my entire life!” These are the words of one visitor who finally found a place to plant his umbrella on the first holiday weekend of the beach season. The official numbers are now in and they back up what most people already knew. The local beaches on the Chesapeake Bay, the Chesapeake Beach Water Park and the new Calvert County pool just south of Huntingtown are a big splash. Breezy Point saw 3,578 daily visitors during the three-day holiday weekend in 2010, compared to 2,827 in 2009. Danita Boonchaisri, marketing & communications specialist with the Calvert County Department of Economic Development notes that the 2010 visitor number is more than double the 1,454 people who came to Breezy Point for the Memorial Day weekend in 2008. North Beach was close behind with 3,533 paid admissions to the beach over Memorial Day. As Breezy Point Beach Richard Ball, waterfront manager point out, “This does not count the people walking up and down People love the beaches on the Western shore of the the boardwalk. That’s free.” In 2009, North Beach saw Chesapeake. And Ocean City remains an ever-popular 1,882 paid beach visitors. Total revenue for 2010 was an vacation spot on the Atlantic shore. estimated $22,600 compared with $10,190 collected from Donna Abbott, communications manager for Ocean beach goers in 2009. City tells the Chesapeake Current, “After all the bad Marilyn Van Wagner, manager of the Chesapeake weather we had this winter, I think a lot of people have Beach Water Park says, “We’re off to a great start, with cabin fever and just want to be out in the sun and go to about 2,200 people over the Memorial Day Weekend. We the beach.” kept hearing over and over people saying how nice the She says the most recent water park is, how it’s so clean and well-maintained, and figures show Ocean City with North Beach the lifeguards and staff are so nice.” a 12% increase in hotel room Boonchaisri says for the grand opening of the Ed- tax collections. They’ve ward T. Hall Aquatic Center just south of Huntingtown on heard from businesses that Tuesday, June 8, they were amazed at how many people they broke sales records over turned out to swim for free. Parks and Recreation Depart- the holiday weekend, despite ment numbers show that 1,180 people came to try the new the weak economy. facility, 525 adults, and 655 children. “Ocean City held its Although secluded, Brownie’s Beach, owned and own in 2009 under challengoperated by the Town of Chesapeake Beach, is also a hot ing economic conditions, spot. Town Administrator Jim Parent estimates that up- and we did much better than wards of 500 people paid to enjoy their small stretch of many other destinations. sand on the Chesapeake Bay over the holiday weekend, This year, we have a much which he says was also a record. greater advertising budget to

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in Calvert County and Lexington Park in St. Mary’s County.” “I expressed my view that this constitutes a “barrier to entry” on the part of these other papers that only serves to protect their interests and is not in keeping with free market enterprise. I also mentioned that our papers strongly support local businesses and a “buy local” philosophy whenever possible. Our readers would not judge this to be good social responsibility on Starbucks’ part. Mr. Read’s response was to suggest that we send an e-mail to Starbucks corporate office in Seattle and take this issue up with them.” Of course, when I heard this, I went directly to the Starbucks Web site to lodge a complaint. It’s a very nice site, and it makes them look oh, so politically correct, but it’s clear they really don’t want to hear any gripes, because they’re already perfect. Under Responsibility – Ethical, Local, Global, it says, “We’ve always believed that businesses can - and should - have a positive impact on the communities they serve. So ever since we opened our first store in 1971, we dedicated ourselves to earning the trust and respect of our customers, partners and neighbors. How? By being responsible and doing things that are good for the planet and each other.” Excellent, I thought! I’ve found reasonable, caring folks who will agree with me that it is ridiculous that people can only choose from three dying national newspapers while sipping their over-priced lattes. No doubt, these dinosaurs are paying them millions of dollars to keep folks like us out. But that’s beside the point. Our readers want to know about the candidate who punched his opponent in the stomach, the

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80-foot power poles in Huntingtown, the Sunderland post office mess, chickens that lay green eggs, Manchi, the police dog who was almost put down, and the car show on Father’s Day at the church down the street. We are priceless (in other words, free) and not a threat to them. Or are we? I was really wound up as I composed the following message and sent it through their feedback form: “We publish a hyper-local news magazine called Chesapeake Current, and two other publications, which cover the communities directly surrounding several of your locations in Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties in Maryland. Your District Manager, Jason Read, several counties over in Bethesda, MD (Montgomery County, MD) informed us that national contract terms with the New York Times, USA Today and the Washington Post prohibit any other newspapers from being made available in any Starbucks locations.” “Our publications strongly support small businesses in the local community where you operate, and our entire community believes in buying local. If Starbucks truly wants to operate as a local business in small communities, then you should endorse local social responsibility as well as national, and allow publications such as ours to be distributed through your locations.” “Hyper-local is the new wave of media that’s thriving today in the midst of the decline of other traditional daily newspapers, and alternative media should be embraced and supported in this economy. We, and our loyal readers, sincerely await your reply because our strong local following expects it. Thank you.” I clicked ‘send,’ and waited. Three days later, I received the following email with this subject line: Response from Starbucks Coffee Company - Case # 8570723.

am apologizing to you, our loyal readers, because you apparently won’t be able to enjoy your Chesapeake Current with your grande triple upside down vanilla organic soy latte, light-whip, no foam, cinnamon-dusted peppermint white chocolate, 180-degree mocha any more. Starbucks has kicked us out. This is especially devastating for me because I admit I am addicted to my daily venti non-fat chai tea latte. Even though I am a “buy local” fanatic, every weekday morning, I confess that I have dropped between $7 and $20 at the Dunkirk location on my super-sized designer tea and other fattening things I really should not be consuming, anyway. It’s so sad and I will miss my friendly local crew. My barista is so sharp that she starts on my tea and has it ready before I even get to the register and swipe my card. But oh, well. After you read this, I think you will understand why I have no choice but to spend my hard-earned cash at another coffee shop that is more Chesapeake Current-friendly. The saga began two Thursdays ago when I received this email from one of our delivery people: “I was informed by the Manager of the Dunkirk Starbucks today that the Chesapeake Current would not be allowed in the store per instructions from his District Manager. I asked for and received the contact information for the District Manager, a guy by the name of Jason Read, and spoke to him over the phone. He told me that national contracts with the New York Times, Washington Post, and USA Today prohibit the display of any additional newspapers. His district covers all the Starbucks stores

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Hello Diane, Thank you for contacting Starbucks Coffee Company. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Starbucks and your desire to present an idea, product or service that might be profitable to us. Unfortunately, at this time we do not accept unsolicited business ideas or proposals and we are unable to respond to requests to link to third party Web sites. Thank you again for your interest in Starbucks. Sincerely, Jesus P. Customer Relations Starbucks Coffee Company 800 23-LATTE (235-2883) Monday through Friday, 5AM to 6PM (PST) Huh? Wow. I’m still shaking my head. I feel so much better now that they cleared all this up! Hmmm. And when did I ever ask them to link to my Web site? I know the very nice local Starbucks crew is probably powerless, but I plan to take this contraband Chesapeake Current in and give them my editorial. I encourage you to do the same. Please do it not only for us, but on behalf of other local newspapers that deserve to be available in Starbucks as well. Sincerely, Diane Burr Owner and General Manager Chesapeake Current

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The Chesapeake Current is a bi-weekly newspaper providing news and information for residents of Northern Calvert and Southern Anne Arundel Counties. We focus exclusively on these communities: Chesapeake Beach, Dunkirk, Friendship, Huntingtown, Lothian, North Beach, Owings, Rose Haven, Plum Point, Sunderland, Tracys Landing, and Wayson’s Corner. The Chesapeake Current is available every other Thursday of the month in hightraffic locations throughout our target area, including post offices. The Chesapeake Current is published by Southern Maryland Publishing Company, which is responsible for the form, content, and policies of the newspaper. We are a sister publication to the Southern Calvert Gazette (serving Solomons Island and Lusby) and the County Times of St. Mary’s County. The Chesapeake Current does not espouse any political belief or endorse any product or service in its news coverage. Articles and letters submitted for publication must be signed and edited for length and content. The Chesapeake Current is not responsible for any claims made by its advertisers.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Sue Hance Shipley Clabaugh, 94

Just as she lived her whole life, Sue, who lived in her own home until the end, died with dignity in Calvert Memorial Hospital at the age of 94. She was a lovely example of living life graciously and unselfishly. Sue was born on May 25, 1915 to Lillie Laveille and Richard Hance. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Paul Hance, her sisters Margaret Stocksdale and Jane Hance and grandson Terry Cole. She was born on the Hance family farm on the Chesapeake Bay near Plum Point. She knew the days of horse and buggy with no electricity or running water. She had a loving family and a happy childhood. She did farm chores, swam in the Chesapeake Bay and would walk to visit distant friends and neighbors until her family bought a Model T Ford. Sue attended the Calvert County schools and after graduation attended Western

Maryland College where she received her bachelor degree in 1937. She taught at the Calvert County High School until she was asked to become Calved County Supervisor of Pupil Personnel. During World War II, she worked at the Rationing Board. In 1940 Sue married her college sweetheart, Ray Shipley. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Shipley who, with her husband David Joseph, lives in Falls Church, Virginia; grandson Tommy Mattera who, with his wife Cathy Cantin, lives in Huntingtown, granddaughter Susan Mattera who, with husband Geoff Wanamaker, lives in Buena Vista, great-granddaughters, Jamie Lee Schwallenberg and Becky Sue Mattera, niece Mary Jane Stump, nephews, Alan and Bob Stocksdale, and many greatnieces and great-nephews. After Ray’s death in 1980, Sue married long time friend, Stan Clabaugh from Scientists’ Cliffs. Stan, who died in 1998, had two children, son Ted Clabaugh who, with his wife Vicki, lives on Vashon Island, Washington, daughter Joanne Davidson who, with her husband Charlie Davidson, lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, all of whom she treated as her own. Sue was a lifelong member of Christ Episcopal Church in Port Republic, MD, where she was baptized, married twice and always sat in the same spot in the family pew every Sunday. She served on the vestry, taught Sunday school, and worked with the Jousting Tournament supper from the time it was held in the old Mutual Hall

to its present day location in the parish hall. She fondly remembered how she traveled to church by horse and buggy in her very young days. Sue always loved entertaining in her home, playing bridge with her many friends, and working on the family history. She was very loyal to her family and was always ready to help them in any way she could. Arrangements were handled by Rausch Funeral Home, and her funeral was at Christ Episcopal Church, Port Republic with the Rev. John Howanstine officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church Comfort Givers, 3100 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, MD 20676.

Marvel Coleman, 89

Marvel K. Coleman, 89, of Shady Side passed away June 11, 2010 at her residence. She was born May 21, 1921 in Fairmont, MN to Adolph and

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Mattie Perry Kleinschmidt. She was raised in Iowa, graduated from Colo High School in Colo, IA, attended business school, and was employed as a secretary with the U.S. Treasury Department in Chicago, IL. Upon transferring for work to Washington, D.C. in the late 1940’s she met and married Thomas J. Coleman on April 23, 1949. They lived and raised their family in numerous locations in the United States where Mr. Coleman’s work took them, and settled in Shady Side, MD in 1972. Marvel was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church in Shady Side and was a choir member at Centenary and at the First Baptist Church in Shady Side. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and was a 50-year member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Chapter Laureate Nu. In her leisure time Marvel was an avid sports fan and enjoyed entertaining. She was fond of spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her husband Thomas J. Coleman, Sr. She is survived by her children Thomas J. Coleman, Jr. (Mary) of Hixson, TN, Shelley K. Coleman Shady Side, Christie A. LaPlante (Brian) of Flagstaff, AZ and Perry W. Coleman, (Lori) of Shady Side; grandchildren Thomas J. Coleman III, Tinamari Coleman and Tiffini Lopez (Kevin); and great-grandchildren Heather Coleman and Parker Lopez. She is also survived by a devoted family friend, Angela Durner of Shady Side. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. Expressions of sympathy in Marvel’s name may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Jep Hugh Cox, 87 Jep Hugh Cox, 87, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 28, 2010. Jep was born August 9, 1922 in Indian Valley, Floyd County, Virginia, the son of Vander Built and Elizabeth Shelton Cox. Jep was a descendent of Ambrose Cox, Sr. who came to America

in the early 1700’s and of Ambrose Cox, Jr. who fought in the American Revolutionary War. The Cox family was awarded a land grant in southwestern Virginia where many relatives still reside. Jep’s great-great grandfather was a soldier if the Confederate army during the American Civil War, and is buried in the Petersburg Cemetery. Jep and his brothers were all talented musicians, and he was known for “Beating on the Box” (playing guitar) and his enjoyment of Bluegrass music. The Cox’s were loggers, farmers and mechanics, and during the great depression Jep’s parents moved to Calvert County in search of work and a better life for their family. Jep served as a sergeant in the US Army in the Pacific Theater during WWII, and was awarded several commendations. Upon his discharge, Jep returned to Calvert County and was employed as a construction heavy equipment mechanic. He met Virginia Brady Jones while performing music at “Uncle Billy’s” in North Beach. They married October 9, 1948 and were blessed with five children: Cheryl Lynn, Larry Hugh, Geary Alan, Mark David and Timothy Jep Cox. Larry was lost to his parents in 1970 while serving his community as a volunteer with North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. In addition to his children and wife Virginia Jones Cox of the home, Jep was graced with six grandchildren and one great-greatgrandson, as well as one “mean little dog.” He is also survived by a sister Pauline O’Neill Tilley, and was preceded in death by sisters Lottie Conrad, Alma Harris and Edna Burton, and brothers Theodore Roosevelt Cox, Calvin Coolidge Cox and Willie Oscar Cox.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. The family extends its deepest gratitude to the staff of Calvert Hospice for their help and dedication. Expressions of sympathy in Jep’s name may be made to Calvert Hospice at www. CalvertHospice.org or to the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 86, North Beach, MD 20714.

She was the beloved wife of Richard Lalka and loving mother of four daughters; Marissa, Maria, Mary and Mechelle; sons-in-laws, Steven, Mike, Matt and Lee; grandmother of five grandchildren. She was a loving daughter to Eleanor and sister to Linda and John. Arrangements are being handled by Lee Funeral Home of Owings.

Elizabeth Hanson, 87

Olivia Peek Miller, 88

Elizabeth “Betty” Hanson, 87, of Dunkirk, beloved wife to Hap Hanson, passed away June 5, 2010. She was the loving mother to Robert, “Bob” Dale Hanson (Judy), Gail Christine Pedrotty (John), Dawn Golleen Ackermann (Vinny), and Gaylyn Darleen Krenik (Mark). She was the grandmother to Nicole Schmaeling, David Hanson, Kristin Reinhart, Laura Hanson, Andrew Ackermann, Allison Dearstyne, Katie Hanson, Joshua Hanson, Daniel Pedrotty, Abby Ackermann, Johnathan Hanson, Evan Krenik, Adrienne Ackermann, Paul Pedrotty, Zachary Krenik, Luke Krenik and Micha Krenik. Her great-grandchildren are Caleb, Nathan and Jolie. She is also survived by siblings; Vincent, Robert and Donald Monaghan. Arrangements are being handled by Lee Funeral Home in Owings.

Lynnette Lalka, 57 Lynette “Lyn” Lalka, age 57 of Dunkirk, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2010.

Olivia “OP” Peek Miller age 88, of Mitchellville, Maryland died Wednesday, June 9, 2010. She was the beloved wife to the late Lee Miller, Jr. Olivia was a loving Mother to three daughters, Victoria Evans and husband Richard of Ft. Sumner, NM, Marsha Smith and husband Gregory of Murrells Inlet, SC, Susan Wagner and husband Michael of Waldorf, MD and one son, Lee Miller, III and wife Anne of Stillwater, MN. She was a devoted grandmother to Duane Evans, Douglas Evans, Ruth Hultgren, Miriam Severe, Brent Smith, Michael Wagner, Jr., Matthew Wagner, Lee Miller, IV, Ian Miller and 18 great-grandchildren. Olivia was the daughter of the late William and Anne Peek, Sr. and sister to the late William, Jr. and John Peek. Born in Washington, DC, Olivia grew up in Brentwood, MD with her parents and brothers. Her father worked for the Railroad Express Agency providing for the family even through the Depression. She remembered panhandlers knocking on the door for a piece of bread, and her mother quietly helping them. Olivia was an

avid reader, learned from her mother and passed on to her children. She married Lee Miller, Jr. in 1941 and lived on the family truck farm in Chillum, MD. Many a story were told of snakes, sick cows and ornery mules. In 1955, the family moved to Upper Marlboro, Maryland, where Lee worked for the Farmer’s Home Administration. The family attended Trinity Episcopal Church in Upper Marlboro. Olivia served as the church secretary and organized the cemetery records. After many years of service, she retired from that position. All four children graduated from Frederick Sasscer High School and were always encouraged by Olivia to attend college. In 1991, Olivia and Lee moved to Collington Retirement Community, where they helped start the original Hill Top Garden. Olivia was always ready to lend a hand at the Opportunities Outlet or to any one in need. Arrangements are with Lee Funeral Home in Owings. Memorial contributions can be made to the Trinity Episcopal Church Food Bank, P O Box 187, Upper Marlboro, MD 20773.

December 11, 2003. Sadie and Josephus, Sr. were blessed with 10 healthy children. In her earlier years, Sadie was a faithful member of the Carroll United Methodist Church, which later merged to become Carroll-Western United Methodist Church. She later joined Mt. Olive United Methodist Church. For many years she was a member of the Mt. Olive Church Choir, served as a Communion Steward, was a member of the “Willing Workers”, and helped out in the kitchen with church dinners and repasts. She was popular for her delicious sweet potato pies. Sadie would end her day by reading her Bible before going to bed. Mother Sadie was recognized as the oldest member of Mt. Olive United Methodist

Sadie Anna Harris, 95

When she had some spare time, you would often find her working on a variety of puzzles (including jigsaw puzzles) and listening to Orioles baseball games. In her later years, she enjoyed watching wildlife out of her kitchen window. Sadie was great at playing checkers and dominoes until she was over 90 years old. Her youngest son Page preceded her in death on April 22, 1998. Siblings preceding her in death were sisters: Ethel; Beatrice; Bertha; and brother, Walter Graham. Sadie leaves to mourn nine children: Ethelene Morsell (Merle); Helen, Melvin (Adelle); Josephus Jr. (Lillie); Herman; Henry (Doraine); Frances (loving companion, Kent Graves); Celestine; and Diane Jordan (Elmer). Other surviving relatives include her only biological nephew, Roosevelt John Freeland, of Brooklyn, New York; devoted cousin, Arthur E. Rice, of Washington, D.C.; brotherin-law, Brooke F. Reynolds; sister-in-law, Bernice Harris; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. at Sewell Funeral Home 1451 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick, on Friday, June 18, and from 10 to 11 a.m. at Mt. Olive UM Church 10 Fairground Road Prince Frederick, Saturday, June 19. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at Mt. Olive UM on Saturday, June 19. Burial will follow at Carroll Western Cemetery Barstow Road Prince Frederick.

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n June 4, at Sandy Point State Park, the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) publicly certified the 12th cohort of Maryland Green Schools and Maryland Green Centers. “Interest and participation in the Maryland Green School Program has hit critical mass. With 76 newly certified schools in 2010, the percentage of certified Maryland Green Schools jumped from 10% to 16% of all Maryland schools. Such significant growth represents a true paradigm shift,” MAEOE Executive Director, Bronwyn Mitchell, said in a press release. Among the newly certified schools were Calvert Coun-

ty schools Mutual Elementary, Southern Middle, Northern Middle and Barstow Elementary – bringing 100 percent of Calvert County’s schools under MAEOE ‘green’ certification, a first in the state. The Calvert Career Center is working towards obtaining “Green Center” status. Becoming a Green School is no easy feat, according to a Calvert County Public Schools press release. A rigorous application and screening process ensures that only those schools demonstrating the highest standard of environmentally sustainable practices are selected for this certification. The schools receiving the 2010 Maryland Green School Award have created a culture of learning at the school and in

Superintendent, Board of Ed Sign New Contract

he Calvert County Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools signed a new employment contract for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2010. The contract followed the board earlier this year unanimously deciding to reappoint Dr. Jack Smith. State law requires that local school superintendents’ terms be four years. “I thank the Board for its continued confidence in the work I do with them, the school system staff, and the Calvert community,” said Dr. Smith. “Despite the current difficult economic times, I know that together we will continue to make progress toward meeting the learning needs of all of our students.”

Dr. Smith’s salary will remain at $169,000 for the third consecutive year. According to the contract, Dr. Smith recommended that his salary remain at $169,000 because of the financial issues facing the school system. Even though the contract is for four years, the Board reviews the Superintendent’s salary and benefits annually. In addition to salary, other significant terms covered in the contract include professional certification and responsibilities, professional growth, community outreach, benefits, expenses, professional liability, goals and objectives, evaluation, and termination of the agreement.

their community, the MAEOE reports. Using the Maryland Green School framework, which includes teacher training, curricular integration, student-led environmental best management projects, community engagement and celebration; these schools have figured out that “green” learning is more than just a few environmentally friendly projects. “The Maryland Green Schools Program provides a map for schools and their stakeholders to develop a culture of learning that is compelling and creates a desire to learn,” said Ryan Pleune, the Maryland Green Schools coordinator. By Sean Rice (SCG) info@somdpublishing.net

CSM Raises Tuition for Fall 2010

eginning with fall 2010 semester, tuition at the College of Southern Maryland will increase $5 per credit hour for residents of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. In-county residents will now pay $105 per credit and the comprehensive fee will remain 23 percent of tuition. For a full-time student enrolled in 12 credits, the increase in tuition will amount to $60. Tuition for other Maryland residents outside of the tri-county region will increase to $183 per credit and for out-ofstate residents, $237 per credit. CSM’s budget is primarily supported by funding from the state, the three counties of Southern Maryland and tuition and fees. The budget reflects an overall

increase of 3.8 percent over FY10, a CSM press release states. In presenting the recommended budget to the trustees, CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried advised funding included in the budget will provide support for the new Wellness and Aquatics Center to open in the fall at the Leonardtown Campus and the launch of the nuclear engineering technology program at the Prince Frederick Campus. The budget reflects flat-funding by the state, which has been reduced in previous years. County support increases overall by 5.18 percent in this budget as Calvert and St. Mary’s counties increased by 10 percent and 16 percent respectively and Charles County’s aid remained even.

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Getting Back to Nature By Anna Chaney Willman “Nature. Everything you need to know about yourself and life can be found in nature,” proclaims John Fishback, environmental educator and naturalist. “My goal is to

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get people to value nature in a multitude of dimensions.” Generations to come will be the caretakers of the Earth’s precious natural resources, and Fishback states his philosophy very simply, “When you really know something, I mean really understand it, you begin to appreciate it and then you truly want to take care of it.” John Fishback began his career 15 years ago on a farm in Lothian, after returning to his home state from a two-year wildlife inventory in New Jersey. He documented all plants and animals in a successful effort to save a unique 2,000-acre tract of privately owned land from becoming a paved thoroughfare connector from Princeton to the New Jersey turnpike. One of his latest concerns is about our kids. According to a January 10, 2010 Nielsen Company survey, children in the U.S. spend nearly 55 hours per week watching TV, texting, playing video games and surfing the net and at the same time, 2.7 million American kids are severely overweight. Many believe a root cause is that they’ve lost their connection with Mother Earth. Author of Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv, notes, “Nature Deficit Disorder is not an official diagnosis, but a way of viewing a problem, and describes the human costs of

alienation from nature, among them: diminished use of the senses, attention difficulties, and higher rates of physical and emotional illnesses. The disorder can be detected in individuals, families, and communities. Because of the evolution of our society in this digital revolution, the health of humans and this great planet are suffering.” According to the Daily Green (t h e d a i l y g r e e n . com), unstructured outdoor play has been shown to have tangible benefits. It’s unstructured time in nature that helps kids develop problem-solving skills, self-reliance, creativity, social skills, and acceptance, not to mention a sense of connection to the outdoors. Not only is a connection important to them (who would want to sacrifice a sense of wonder about a beautiful vista or a creepy crawly?) but also to society, since the generation of children watching all that television will one day be in charge. If they don’t care about nature now, they won’t preserve national parks, wilderness or farmland tomorrow. Fishback believes that the wilderness holds all truth and knowledge. And he adds that there’s still time for us as a species and a responsible society to wizen up. But how? Fishback recommends spending time outside daily, especially with a child, to whom everything is fresh and new. Use your senses; all of them. Take a moment to touch and feel different types of tree bark, smell the crushed leaves of the native spicebush or roots of the sassafras tree; listen closely to the birds, especially during their mating season, as there will be more singing. He encourages everyone to study the movements of a common animal you take for granted, such as an ant. Go outside at night to allow your nonvisual senses a chance to connect you with the natural world; smell the air, feel the wind, listen to all the sounds, hear the crickets and frogs. Allow yourself to get out of our head and into the moment and connect with the real world.

Chesapeake Green Living Festival

he first-ever Chesapeake Green Living Festival at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds is about saving energy, saving water and saving money. Specifically, it’s about all the latest green products and services, tax credits, rebates and incentives, green jobs and business opportunities, recycling and conservation, organic food, green technology, hybrid vehicles, wind and solar power, sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint, and improving our health and well being in the Chesapeake region.

Over 80 exhibitors are expected, including environmental non-profit organizations and eco-celebrity appearances, along with educational activities for kids. It will be held June 19 and 20 at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1436 Generals Hwy, Route 178, Crownsville, Maryland 21032. For more information, call (410) 2127280 and visit their web site at: www.

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We spend most of our time worrying about daily tasks, what happened at work today, what we will have for dinner, etc. Nature provides the best means for us to utilize our senses, distracts us from our mind’s quagmire of worries, and allows us to seize the moment. Most importantly, with this consciousness, we will evolve into a society of caretakers of ourselves and of the Earth. John Fishback’s outlook and insight are fascinating and so are his nature programs. To learn more, visit fishbacknature.com.

About the Author: Anna Chaney Willman is the founder of Herrington on the Bay Catering in Rose Haven, MD, which has achieved the first level of certification from the Green Restaurant Association.

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Thursday, June 17, 2010

Sacchetti Music A Musical Adventure By Jonathan Pugh

ur area is fortunate to have several small businesses that sell or rent instruments and offer music Jonathan Pugh instruction. These resources play an important role in the community by encouraging people of all ages to learn and enjoy playing music. When someone is a customer of Sunday, June 20: The Wanderers these businesses, there is (Oldies), from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock also a good chance they the Dock @ the Rod N Reel, Chesapeake will get connected with Beach (free). others who share their musical interests, and Sunday, June 27: Out of Order (Clasperhaps even get together sic Hits), from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock to jam. the Dock @ the Rod N Reel, Chesapeake In this Music Notes Beach (free). column, we profile Sacchetti Music—a local Saturday, July 3: Old School Band music store that has been & DJ Paul Grace (Oldies/Motown) from committed to promot4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock the Dock @ the ing music education in Rod N Reel, Chesapeake Beach (free). Southern Maryland for 15 years. Sunday, July 4: Jimmie & Rocky It all began in 1995 Simon (Founders of the Fabulous Hubcaps) when Pete Sacchetti from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock the Dock and his brother, Steve, @ the Rod N Reel, Chesapeake Beach opened up a small mu(free). sic store in Chesapeake Beach next to where WesMonday, July 5: Daryl Davis (Boogie ley Stinnett’s restaurant Woogie) from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock was once located. First the Dock @ the Rod N Reel, Chesapeake known as Pete’s Guitars, Beach (free). the brothers started by offering guitar lessons Saturday, July 10: Fins (Rock Hits) (by Pete) and drum lesFree concert at the North Beach Bandstand, sons (by Steve)—selling Bay Avenue between 3rd & 5th Streets from a few guitars on the side 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and offering minor guitar repairs as well. Sunday, July 11: The KGB Band Why did they decide plus Kurt & Shelley (60’s & 70’s) from to open a music store? 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Rock the Dock @ the “We just wanted to share Rod N Reel, Chesapeake Beach (free). our passion for music and the enjoyment that comes Have an upcoming gig you’d like listed from playing with others,” here? Email details to MusicNotes@chesasays Pete. After a few peakecurrent.com years, the store moved to

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a new location on Rt. 4 in Prince Frederick, before relocating a final time to its current address on Oxford Way in Huntingtown. Pete Sacchetti credits several people for greatly influencing his success: Phil Zaveralle, owner of Zaveralle music store; James Barnett, known as Jimmydasoundman; and Steve Cowles, a master guitar repair technician. All three are still involved in everyday activities. As the business grew over the years, the music store expanded to included lessons in brass, woodwinds, strings, piano and voice. Today, rentals, consignment, layaway and a website provide important additional sources of revenue. They are also a licensed dealer for Yamaha keyboards, Pearl drums and Schecter guitar research. Pete Sacchetti grew up in the Brandywine area, near Waldorf, at a time when the Southern Maryland music scene was positively vibrant. Numerous clubs along US 301 and Rt.5 leading into Washington, DC, hosted top name performers such as Fats Domino, as well as local favorites like Link Wray and Danny Gatton. As a teenage boy, Pete and his brother played in a succession of bands—beginning with Slow Rush—that performed in venues such as the Wigwam and Stardust in Waldorf, and the Gentry, Crazy Horse, and Casino Royale in DC. In 2003, Steve Sacchetti left the business the brothers began to open his own music store in Crofton, MD. The two continue to play together as active musicians in their latest band, Slow Rush Revival. Long time friend Jimi Simon also joins them. After the original Slow Rush band, Pete played in several other groups such as Killer Bees, the Big Boss

2010 Sacchetti Music Talent Show When: Friday, August 20th from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Where: North Beach boardwalk bandstand (between 5th and 3rd Streets) Who: Open to anyone interested Instrument: Any instrument or voice Call: (410) 257-7620 Band and the Windbreakers. As a guitar instructor, Pete brings this wealth of professional experience to each of his students. The current lineup of instructors at Sacchetti Music includes other diverse talents. Fred Musengo, a fellow member of Slow Rush Revival, offers lessons at the store in piano, guitar and bass. Fred began studying music theory as a small boy and continued his studies through college. He is presently composing and recording original music for a stage musical. Amanda Allwang began playing clarinet in 3rd grade and played the tuba, saxophone and mellophone in high school. She went on to complete a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education at Westminster College in 2008. Amanda teaches students in brass, woodwinds, guitar and voice. Rounding out the instructional staff are Candace Dalrymple (violin, cello, and viola) and Vinnie Newman (guitar, percussion and sax). Candace took private music lessons beginning at age 6 and continued her music studies through Churchville Christian School (high school) and beyond. Her repertoire is

grounded in the classical music compositions of Beethoven, Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Vinnie graduated from Northern High School in 2009 and is currently attending Anne Arundel Community College, while continuing to improve his musical skills and teach at the store. All the instructors at Sacchetti Music are offering a series of five-day music camps over the summer months that run one and a half hours per day, including a summer Rock Camp. More information can be found on the store’s website at sacchettimusic. com. But what has everyone really excited this year is a talent show scheduled for August 20th at the North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market. This event is open to anyone who is interested—contact Sacchetti Music to sign up. About the Author: Jonathan Pugh is an independent management consultant who enjoys many styles of music and has played guitar since high school. He looks forward to the time when he can quit his day job and bang on a guitar all day!

Out&About Can You Dig It?

Ever dreamed of being a paleontologist? Right here in Calvert County, the largest exposed Miocene fossils in North America can be found in Calvert Cliffs. The Calvert Marine Museum at Solomons Island is offering summer Fossil Field Experience programs on Saturdays, July 24 and August 21. These programs will also continue monthly in the fall. The days begin at 11:00 a.m. with a guided tour of the new Paleontology Hall at the museum to give you background in understanding the layers that have built up on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, concealing the remains of prehistoric sharks, whales, crocodiles and even camels. At 1:30 p.m., the program continues on a local beach where a museum representative helps participants learn how to find and identify fossils. The cost is $20.00 per person, ages 8 and over. An adult must accompany any participant under 18. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Melissa McCormick at (410) 336-2042, extension 41 or visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.

American Legion News

Thursday, June 17 Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum Children’s Summer Program. 10:00 a.m. The museum is located at 4155 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach. Phone: (410) 257-3892.

Saturday, June 19 Beach Buccaneers signup will be held at the Northeast Community Center (NECC) in Chesapeake Beach from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Contact Jim Niland at (301) 812-0234 for more information.

Friday, June 18 North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market, Classic Car Cruise-Ins & Campfire on the Beach. The only farmers’ market we know of with a view of the Chesapeake Bay! Come early because vendors sell out fast! Elementary age children and their parents are invited to walk across the street for the Campfire on the Beach from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Classic car owners line up along the boardwalk to socialize as the sun sets on the Chesapeake Bay. The North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market is on 5th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues in the Town of North Beach, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free.

Country and/or hand dancing parties are held Saturdays through November at the Stallings-Williams American Legion Post #206 in Chesapeake Beach. Free dance lessons are given between 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., but there is a fee for the dance party. The Southern Winds Band provides live music from 8:00 p.m. – midnight. For more information, call the American Legion at (301) 855-6466 or (410) 257-9878. Saturday, June 19 The American Legion Auxiliary meets in the main hall the third Tuesday of every Tri-Forces Well-Weekend other month at 7:00 p.m. Contact Brenda @ North Beach. Triathlon – 8: 30 Miller at (301) 855-4926 for details. Mem- a.m. To register or learn more, see bers are encouraged to attend. their web site at www.http://www. triforcestriathlon.org. Beach Buccaneers signup will be held at the Northeast Community Center (NECC) in The North Beach Volunteer Fire De- Chesapeake Beach from 10:00 partment is looking for new volunteers for a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Contact Jim Niits Ladies Auxiliary to help with fundrais- land at (301) 812-0234 for more ing events to support the fire company and information. Movie on the Beach: Ice the local community. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Call (410) 257-6517 for Age (animated). Bring your own chair or blanket! The Town of information. North Beach presents summer An indoor Country Flea market is held family movies on their 40-foot big every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. screen. Enjoy the film with sand at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church at between your toes and the Chesa4 Wallace Manor Road, Edgewater. Table peake Bay gently lapping at the space rentals are available. For more infor- shoreline. Free. Popcorn and soft mation, call (410) 269-7671. drinks will be available for purThe Northern Calvert Lions Club meets chase. All Movies on the Beach the first and third Tuesdays of each month. will begin at dusk. For more information, call (301) 494-3173 or see their web site at www.northerncalvertlions.org.

Area Briefs

Sunday, June 20 Father’s Day Tri-Forces Well-Weekend @ North Beach. Walk-a-thon – 8: 30 a.m. To register or learn more, see their web site at www.http:// www.triforcestriathlon.org. Father’s Day Car, Truck and Bike Show. Dunkirk Baptist Church is holding its 6th annual event, with the church service to be held outside under a big tent that day as well. Last year, there were 287 vehicles on display, two praise bands, food, games, and lots of fun for the kids. Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, MD. Call (301) 855-3555 for more info.

Wednesday, June 23 Reduce, Reuse, Recreate! Bring your old t-shirts, plastic grocery bags, old jewelry, and out-of-date sweaters, and learn how to recreate them into a new useful item! Sponsored by the non-profit Southern Maryland Folk Art Center on Wednesday, June 23rd at 5:00 p.m. Event held at Ch’Naca Fiberworks and BagO-Beads, 143 Central Square, in Prince Frederick.

Summer at the Bay Arts Center Wild Woman Art! Adults can explore painting in an open and supportive environment - no special technique required! Come enjoy the studio and uncover your creative power! Artists meet the first Saturday of every month form 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; Costs are $15 (members $12), which includes materials. Beginning Guitar - Guest Artist Robby Smith (Ages: 7 and up) Learn guitar basics in your choice of private lessons or small group setting. Skills covered include notes and scales, basic chords, reading music and tablature. Bring your own guitar or call in advance to arrange a rental. Pre-schedule your lessons in advance as well. Costs are $20 per 1/2 hour (Private Lessons); $15 per 1/2 hour (Small Group). Friday Evenings for Older Teens This is an evening art group for older teens interested in pursuing drawing and painting. Each student’s program design depends on their particular goals, whether to develop a portfolio for college, or to improve in a particular aspect of their art. We work in pencil, charcoal, pastel, watercolor and acrylics, with occasional exploration of printmaking, batik, and clay, depending on student interest. Call (443) 569-3611 for more information or to be considered for this group. Monday Studio Group This is a regular small group where students come for the entire session, or drop in whenever they are able. We explore a variety of techniques and media for both drawing and painting, depending on the interests of the group. Mondays: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The cost is $20 per session, all materials included, or $72 for 4 sessions if paying monthly.

Thursday, June 24 Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum Children’s Summer Program. 10:00 a.m. The museum is located at 4155 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach. Phone: (410) 257-3892.

Friday, June 25 North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market, Classic Car Cruise-Ins. Meet the farmers who grow your food! Taste Calvert County wines straight from the vintners. Enjoy the classic car hobbyists who line up along the boardwalk. The North Beach Friday Night Farmers’ Market is held on 5th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues in the Town of North Beach, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Ample parking at 5th street. Free. Ficks on the Field. Town of Chesapeake Beach presents an outdoor movie at Kellam’s Field on a big screen; movie begins at dusk. See the Town’s web site or call Town Hall at (410) 257-2230 for more info.

The Bayside Boys and Girls Club in North Beach hosts the Bay Arts Center, so membership in Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland is the one requirement to participate in these programs. The annual fee is $25 and includes a wide array of benefits. More information on programs is available at the beautiful new club facility. Please contact Stacy at 443-569-3611 with questions or to register for any class. Bay Arts Center, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are completely tax deductible.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Join us at Broomes Island for some fun under the sun (and stars)!

Seafood Buffet Every Friday at 5 PM Beginning May 7th $32.95 per person Crab Legs~Steamed Shrimp, Mussels & Clams~Fried Fish, Clam Strips, Oysters Stoney始s Crab Balls Salads & Veggies

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Snow Crab Clusters Includes Side Salad & Hush Puppies

$23.95 THURSDAY ONLY

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Thursday, June 17, 2010

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