The County Times 2008-10-23 B Section

The County Times

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Panthers Claw Braves at Homecoming

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer MORGANZA – Coming off of a major come-frombehind win over Southern Maryland Athletic Conference powerhouse Lackey the previous Friday, the Chopticon football team came into last Thursday night’s homecoming game with incentive and motivation to continue their winning ways.

Unfortunately, Patuxent High School had the better end of the scoreboard; a 3418 win that spoiled the Braves homecoming and left both teams holding steady at 5-2 – still good enough for a spot in the top half in the heavily stacked SMAC standings.

“Patuxent beat us in all three phases of the game,” said Chopticon head coach Tony Lisanti. “You can’t put your finger on one area tonight, it was a litany of things.”

One of those things was Patuxent receiver/defensive back Justin Ford, who scored a touchdown on offense and defense, including a 79-yard interception return to close out the first half and give the Panthers (4-1 in conference play in 2008) a momentum boost going into the locker room.

“We put pressure on

Balanced Offensive and Defensive Effort Does Chopticon In

Photo By Chris Stevens

Patuxent’s Ra’joun Nelson is chased by The Braves’ Glen Thompson. Nelson picked up 36 yards on this play.

[Braves Quarterback Leo] Kyte and he threw the ball off of his back foot,” Panthers

coach Steve Crounse of Ford’s big play. “Justin jumped in front and nobody’s going to

catch him, he’s one of the fastest kids in the league.”

“The kid made a great

individual play,” Lisanti said, “but it was the fake punt that hurt us more.”

Raiders Come Up Aces in Sweep

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer LEONARDTOWN – Controlling the action with serves is a key component to the Leonardtown High School volleyball team’s success.

Last Wednesday night, Southern Maryland Athletic Conference opponent McDonough got an up close and personal view of what appears to be the Raiders’ strongest offensive trait.

Leonardtown served up 17 aces in all as they swept the Rams (4-6 overall, 4-6 SMAC) 3 games to 0, running their record on the season and in conference play to 10-1.

“We definitely controlled the tempo of the game,” said Raiders coach Steve Correll. “[Good serves] work to our advantage Photo By Chris Stevens because it allows our hitters to hit, and our Amanda Katulich prepares to serve the ball in last Wednesday night’s volleyball match with offense is making great passes.”

With the Braves down 13-6 early in the third quarter and holding the Panthers offense on three downs, Patuxent decided to get crafty.

Punter Frank Taitano took the snap and fired a pass to Kenny Ford, who was cutting across the middle. Ford stiff-armed one would-be Chopticon tackler and cruised down the left sideline for a 48-yard scoring play, allowing Patuxent to open a double-digit lead, and the Braves would get no closer the rest of the way.

“We’re a second half team,” Crounse explains of the Panthers’ customary second-half scoring bursts.

“When we went up 13-6, we were confident that we could score some points.”

Aside from the fake punt, Ra’joun Nelson had two touchdowns on the ground for Patuxent, and Marcus Bullock and Ford hooked up on a 12yard scoring pass late in the third to give Patuxent some breathing room.

The Braves started the game fast, as senior Mike Labanowski took the opening kickoff 56 yards down the field, and put Chopticon (3-2 in SMAC play this season) on the board first, scoring on a 14-yard catch and run with Kyte.

See Football page B- Veronica Peters sends the ball on its way.

The Raiders took all three sets by a double-digit margin (25-15, 25-12 and 2510), and have only lost six sets thus far in 2008, half of those coming in their lone loss to SMAC front-runner Northern three weeks ago.

“It was important for us to regain focus,” said senior server and outside hitter Shelby Mullennix of getting back to business after the 3-0 setback in Owings Oct. 3.

“We need to keep our team strong so we can win games.”

The strength of the Raiders tonight was their service game, as it seemed any Lady Raider that sent the ball over the net was coming up with an eventual point or an ace.

As a testimony to their accuracy, the Raiders had only five service errors during the course of the match.

“We knew McDonough was a tough See Volleyball page B-

McDonough.

Photo By Chris Stevens

Lady Knights Double up Against Calverton Beat Non-Conference Opponent Twice in a Three-day Span

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer LEONARDTOWN – Head coach Tara Everly was concerned how the St. Mary’s Ryken field hockey team would perform against the Calverton School Friday afternoon, considering the contest was the second time the two teams played in three days.

“It would’ve been nice to have a gap and another opponent between these games,” Everly said after the Knights dispatched the Cougars 1-0 at Calverton last Wednesday and 2-0 at home last Friday, “but I was impressed with our girls’ effort.”

In completing a 2-0 season series win against the See Field Hockey page B-

Leonardtown Closes in on Goal Girls’ Soccer Seeks Fourth Straight Conference Title

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer

Photo By Chris Stevens

Thomas Stone’s Ashley Randle holds possession while Leonardtown’s Johana Rambo defends.

LEONARDTOWN – After Friday night’s chilly and damp 1-0 victory over Thomas Stone High School, the Leonardtown girls’ soccer team remained one game away from another Southern Maryland Athletic Conference Championship, which would be their fourth straight.

With that in mind, head coach

Photo By Chris Stevens

Calverton’s Elise Martin and the Knights’ Anne Buddenbohn pursue possession.

See Soccer page B-

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Thursday, October 23, 2008

St. Mary’s Rolls Past Stevenson Soccer Stevenson, Md. – The St. Mary’s College of Maryland volleyball team remains tied with No. 22 Salisbury University for first-place in the Capital Athletic Conference standings as the Seahawks posted a 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-20) road victory over Stevenson University last Thursday night.

St. Mary’s and Salisbury now own a 6-0 mark in league play.

The Seahawks (21-4, 6-0 CAC) and Salisbury will battle for the CAC regular season title and the top seed in this year’s CAC Tournament Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. in the first match of St. Mary’s own Seahawk Invitational.

The Seahawks started the first set with a 7-3 run as junior

outside hitter Sarah Gregorini (Ellicott City, Md./Centennial) mustered up two kills and an ace and Stevenson (22-5, 4-3 CAC) committed four straight errors.

After Stevenson called its first timeout, SMCM went on a 10-5 run to force a second timeout by the Mustangs. Gregorini and sophomore outside hitter Claire Kodan (Olney, Md./Sherwood) finished with three kills in the 25-18 win.

Junior outside hitter Katie Ewing (Gaithersburg, Md./ Quince Orchard) and sophomore outside hitter Katie Obal (Olney, Md./Sherwood) each tallied three kills in the Seahawks’ 25-16 win in the second set. Two aces by Gregorini in a four-point span helped

St. Mary’s establish its biggest lead of the set, 21-14.

Gregorini and Kodan led the Hawks to a 25-20 victory in the third set as both tallied four kills apiece, while Gregorini and senior setter Megan Graydon (West Friendship, Md./Glenelg) each served up two aces. Stevenson tied the set twice but was unable to overcome the hump.

Gregorini and Kodan finished the match with eight kills apiece, while Gregorini recorded five aces. Graydon dished out 14 assists and had three aces on the night.

Junior setter Jenn Feldmann (Ellicott City, Md./Centennial) registered a double-double with 13 digs and 12 assists, while Gregorini added 10 digs.

House of Payne Ashland, Va. – Freshman midfielder Brian Payne (Baltimore, Md./Calvert Hall) guided the St. Mary’s College of Maryland men’s soccer team to a 2-1 road victory over Randolph-Macon College last Thursday afternoon in non-conference action.

Payne notched a seasonhigh three points on a goal and an assist as he netted his second game-winning goal in as many games.

St. Mary’s first goal came off a give-and-go between Payne and senior defender Chris Madrigal (Dunkirk, Md./Northern) as Payne gave

the ball and Madrigal went to goal for his second score of the season at 7:20.

SMCM maintained its 10 lead until the 80th minute, when senior midfielder Scott Landolt (Ellicott City, Md./ Glenelg) connected on a cross from freshman midfielder Tyler Cornelio (Alexandria, Va./T.C. Williams) for the equalizer.

And just when it seemed like the Seahawks were headed for their fifth overtime match of the season, Payne came through with his second goal of the season as he put the finishing touches on a pass

from senior forward Benard Agyingi (Baltimore, Md./ Dunbar) with just under three minutes left in the game.

Randolph-Macon got the short end of the stick in this game despite outshooting the Hawks, 20-14, and posting a slight 3-2 edge in corner kicks.

Freshman Dan Gressang (Bowie, Md./Bishop McNamara) registered eight saves in improving to 3-2-3 on the season.

Sophomore Jason DePre (Sicklerville, N.J./Winslow) picked up seven stops in the loss.

Jets Lacrosse Tryouts The Jets (Southern Maryland’s Elite Girls Lacrosse Travel Team) will hold tryouts for the 2009 Middle School Team (current 5th – 7th graders).

Tryouts will be held Nov. 11, 1:30 – 5 p.m. and/or Dec. 7 noon – 4 p.m. in the Dorsey Park Lighted Football Field, Hollywood.

Tryout fee $25.

You can try out one or both days, best score counts.

For more information see www.jetslax.com

Boys Basketball Camp St. Mary’s Ryken will host a fall “tune-up” basketball camp that will take place Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m. Oct. 29 –30.

Cost is $50 which includes excellent instruction and great drills.

If you want to “tune-up” your skills for your upcoming season, then this is your event!

Open to boys grades 5 – 8.

For information, email Dave Tallman at dtallman@ smrhs.org

Continued from page B- Jennifer Henderson felt it was important the Raiders keep their eyes on the immediate prize, instead of looking too far ahead to regional play.

“I think if we continue to work and play hard,” Henderson said, “we have good potential, and that’s all I’ll commit to.”

Committing to wins hasn’t been tough for the Raiders this season, who ran their record to 10-0-1 on the season, the lone tie coming earlier in the week against Huntingtown High School.

The 1-1 standoff, forced by senior Emily Gehrig on a penalty kick, saw the Raiders adjust their game to playing a different style than they were accustomed to, and Henderson was hoping Leonardtown could get back to their own style.

“Huntingtown plays so direct, we got away from our typical game,” she explained.

“I thought we played our game well tonight, we passed the ball better than the last two games.”

The Raiders needed only one goal against Stone, and that came in the 22nd minute of play in the first half as Kara McLaughlin scored on a pass from Gehrig, and the Leonardtown defense, led by stellar goalie Dana O’Neill, made the one-goal lead stand up against Stone. Stone had several chances in the Raider half of the field, but just could not get one past O’Neill, who made five saves.

The lack of scoring was caused by a wet and cold track that made footing and maintaining control of the ball a problem for both teams.

“The ball definitely skips around out there,” Henderson said, admitting the field was part of the reason for the normally explosive Raiders’ offense coming away with just one goal.

However, with that one goal being all the Raiders

Photo By Chris Stevens

Kara McLaughlin of Leonardtown collides with a Thomas Stone defender in Friday night’s SMAC girls’ soccer match.

needed to continue their march to the SMAC title, the coach will take it.

“I’m pleased with the way we played tonight, we had better rhythm,” she said.

Photo By Chris Stevens

Johana Rambo moves the ball down field while Ashely Randle gives chase.

St. Mary’s County High School Football Scores Oct. 16

Oct. 18

Leonardtown 38, Calvert 28 Patuxent 34, Chopticon 18 Huntingtown 55, Great Mills 21

Sidwell Friends 40, St. Mary’s Ryken 0

St. Mary’s County Tuesday Night Pool League Top Ten Players

Chris Hester 15 0 15 Chris Hester 15 0 15 Tim English 5 5 Tim English 5 0 5 Wayne Bean 17 3 20 Wayne 17 3 20 Champ Bean Morgan 14 17 Champ Morgan 14 3 17 Jon Wheeler 9 2 11 Jon 9 2 11 JohnWheeler Neal 13 3 16 John Neal 13 3 16 Hal Beckler Hal Beckler 13 3 16 George Miedzinski George 13 3 16 Mike JoyMiedzinski 16 4 20 Mike Joy 16 4 20 Ashley Johnson 8 2 10 Ashley Johnson 8 2 10 League Standings League Standings League Standings TEAM Wins Losses TEAM Wins Losses C. Trophy 92 28 C. Trophy 92 28 BACKROAD INN 82 38 BACKROAD INN Bar 82 38 St. Mary's Sports St. Mary's Sports 82 38 BRASS RAIL 1 Bar 81 39 BRASS RAIL 1 81 39 3 70 26 BRASS RAILPUB 3 1 70 26 ST. JAMES 69 51 ST. JAMES 69 51 BRASS RAILPUB 5 1 56 64 BRASS 56 64 VFW 2 RAIL 5 54 66 VFW 2 54 66 Walkers Walkers 54 66 ST. JAMES PUB 2 ST. JAMES TAVERN PUB 2 54 66 FRIENDLY 51 69 FRIENDLY 51 69 DEW DROPTAVERN INN 50 70 DEW DROP 50 70 BRASS RAILINN 2 45 51 BRASS 45 51 VFW 1 RAIL 2 41 79 VFW 1 RAIL 4 41 79 BRASS 34 86 BRASS RAIL 4 34 86 MONKS INN 21 99 MONKS INN 21 99

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Thursday, October 23, 2008

From The Sports Desk Regional Playoff Fun Begins This Week

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer With the Field Hockey and Boys and Girls’ soccer regional brackets released by the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (try saying that three times fast…I did and now I’m a bit winded), it will make for some interesting match-ups, considering the brackets are still being figured out by the luck of the draw.

With that in mind, we take a look at the regional set-up for field hockey and soccer, and offer our opinion as to who stands the best chance to end up playing for a state championship out of the three public schools in St. Mary’s County.

My mother always taught me “ladies first,” so we begin with field hockey: 3A South Region Field Hockey teams: Great Mills (No. 1 seed), Chopticon, (No. 2 seed); Count the Braves’ rise to plus .500 status and a Top-Three regional team as one of the pleasant surprises of this fall sports season.

When the County Times spoke to coach Anne Vallandingham about her team’s chances of making waves this season in mid-August, she

offered a prophetic reply.

“Their season rests in their hands.”

So far, the season has seen Chopticon come up with six wins, two more than last season’s total and better all around team play. The key to the Braves is their defense, and with Sarah Jenkins, Ashley Flint and Devhanna Steffe, among others, leading the offensive charge into the opponents’ territory, the Braves more than likely won’t be a one-and-done team – they’ll stay around as long as they can give themselves an opportunity to win, which more often than not, they do.

Meanwhile, the Hornets, aside from their one bump in the road at Patuxent earlier this month, have ridden the momentum from last year’s 3A state semifinals appearance through a 10-1 record to date and the top spot in the South regional playoffs, which served them well on their way to States in 2007.

With a strong senior core, the biggest task head coach Michelle Richmond faced at the beginning of camp was getting Great Mills to focus for 60 minutes on field hockey, and they’ve been able to fight through the focus problems, save for the 3-1 loss in Lusby on Oct. 8. In a single-elimination tournament, the struggle to keep their heads in the game could prove to be costly. However, when there’s something that matters on the line, leave it to the Hornets to

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play their best game and come away with the win.

Look for that trend to continue these next two weeks.

4A East Region Field Hockey Team: Leonardtown (No. 3 seed); “Believe In Blue” has been the rallying cry for the Raiders’ field hockey team this year, and so far Leonardtown has left the majority of their opponents feeling blue, capturing a topthree seed in the always-tough 4A East region, which is comprised of Anne Arundel county stalwarts Severna Park, Old Mill, and perennial powerhouse Broadneck High School.

Whether it’s keeping Great Mills scoreless for over 59 minutes in one game or making the SMAC champion Panthers work to beat them in another, Leonardtown will be prepared for the best and brightest that the state of Maryland has to offer in field hockey. A regional final berth is not out of the question, as these Raiders have unquestioned desire and loyal fan support serving to push them forward this fall.

3A South Region Girls’ Soccer Teams: Great Mills (No. 7 seed), Chopticon (No. 9 seed); Led by coach Amy Herndon and a young but talented and eager nucleus of players, the Great Mills Hornets jumped from two wins in 2007 to five this season and will host a playoff game for the first in recent memory tonight when SMAC rival Westlake (who the Hornets defeated earlier this season) comes to Hornet Stadium.

Game time is scheduled tentatively for 5 p.m. Hosting this game is a feat Herndon is proud of.

“This the first time in five years of coaching that we’ve hosted a playoff match,” she said Monday afternoon. “It’s nice to relax and let [the opponent] come to you.”

It should be interesting to see whether these youthful Hornets (who have just three seniors on the roster) can take that excitement and improvement to the next level in these playoffs.

A daunting task awaits the Chopticon Braves, provided they defeat Crossland High School in their first round match-up later this week. The Braves, should they defeat the Cavaliers, will have the pleasure of doing battle with regional top-seed and SMAC runner-up Northern High School to determine who will advance to the South regional semi-finals.

With that much staring them in the face, Chopticon will not back down and on any given day, anything is possible.

4A East Girls’ Soccer Team: Leonardtown (No. 1 seed) Water is still wet, the sun rises in the East, and the Leonardtown Raiders grab the top spot in the 4A East region – what else is new? With a team that is talented from top to bottom, the Raiders are not taking anything for granted, as they remain committed and focused on the task at hand, which was wrapping up the SMAC title (their regular season finale vs. Calvert was too late to be included in this edition of the County Times).

Goalkeeper Dana O’Neill has been the Great Wall of LHS this season, and with offensive firepower coming from Emily Gehrig and Kara McLaughlin among others, Leonardtown looks to reclaim the state championship they won in 2006. Don’t bet against them to do so.

3A South Boys’ Soccer Teams: Great Mills (No. 4 seed), Chopticon (No. 6 seed); Has there been a greater story than the Great Mills boys’ soccer team this season?

We’re hard pressed to find one. Matt Taggart, a Leonardtown grad, has stepped in as head coach and pulled a couple of rabbits out of his hat, as the 10-win Hornets will host La Plata later this week, with the Hornets joining Leonardtown High as schools with both soccer teams hosting regional playoff games.

The Braves will travel to Huntingtown in the first round, and even though Chopticon fell 3-0 to the Hurricanes in September, the playoff records are 0-0. Chopticon could pull of a few upsets here and there if they’re on top of their game.

4A East Soccer Team: Leonardtown (No. 3 seed); Enter Matt Reber; continue success. That’s been the formula for the Raiders’ boys’ soccer team, who haven’t missed a beat despite the resignation of Bruce Henderson as head coach earlier in the summer.

Reber has come on board and piloted the Raiders to another winning season and a topthree spot in the 4A East region.

With the experience necessary to make a long run, Raider fans should be prepared for a successful ride through regional play.

Any comments about this week’s From The Sports Desk? Contact Chris Stevens at chrisstevens@countytimes.net and share your thoughts about this week’s column.

Other than a two-yard dive into the end zone by Tyler Summers and Labanowski catching another TD pass as the game ended, the Braves had trouble punching it in.

Photo By Chris Stevens

Tyler Summers holds off Patuxent’s Mike Swearingen on a first half run in Thursday night’s game at Chopticon.

“We were down there twice and couldn’t come up with the points,” Lisanti said. “In a shootout like this game was, you can’t fail to come out of there with some points.”

The Braves will try to get back on the winning track tomorrow night when they host Westlake at 7 p.m.

Photo By Chris Stevens

Braves quarterback Leo Kyte prepares to pass.

Patuxent 34, Chopticon 18

Patuxent (5-2, 4-1 SMAC)

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Chopticon 6 (5-2, 3-2 SMAC)

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Chopticon – Labanowski 14 pass from Kyte (kick failed) Patuxent – Nelson 4 run (kick good)

Patuxent – Justin Ford 79 INT return (kick failed) Patuxent - Kenny Ford 48 pass from Campbell (kick good) Chopticon – Summers 2 run (run failed) Patuxent – Justin Ford 12 pass from Bullock (kick good) Patuxent – Nelson 50 run (kick good) Chopticon – Labanowski 10 pass from Kyte (no attempt)

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Thursday, October 23, 2008

Volleyball Continued from page B-

High School Sports Schedule 10/23-10/29/08 Thursday October 23rd Girls’ Soccer St. Mary’s Ryken at Good Counsel Girls’ Tennis Bishop McNamara at St. Mary’s Ryken, 3:30 p.m.

Volleyball Bishop O’Connell at St. Mary’s Ryken, 5:30 p.m.

team, we knew that they had a good defense,” Correll said. “We respected them coming in to tonight.”

Respect and kindness aside, Leonardtown to the naked eye has appeared unchallenged in their 10 victories, but both Correll and Mullennix beg to differ.

“It helps us gain confidence going into our next game, but we don’t let it go to our heads,” Mullennix said.

“We know that if we sweep a team we’ve worked very hard to do it.” Correll added. “We haven’t blown anybody away; we’ve had tough matches with La Plata and Patuxent this year. We’re just taking care of business.”

Even while closing in on a top spot in the 4A East regional playoffs, Correll wants to concentrate on the task at hand, which is the final week of the regular season, scheduled to conclude Friday night at Huntingtown.

“My girls, they have a job to get done, and we’re working hard on that,” Correll said. “But we’re going to take it one game at a time.”

Photo By Chris Stevens

Head Coach Steve Correll watches the Raiders sweep McDonough 3 games to 0.

Friday October 24th Boys’ Soccer St. Mary’s Ryken at Bishop McNamara, 4:00 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer Bishop McNamara at St. Mary’s Ryken, 4:00 p.m, Field Hockey Elizabeth Seton at St. Mary’s Ryken, 3:30 p.m.

Football Leonardtown at Lackey, 7:00 p.m.

Calvert at Great Mills, 7:00 p.m.

Westlake at Chopticon, 7:00 p.m.

Volleyball Leonardtown at Huntingtown, 6:00 p.m.

Saturday October 25th Cross Country St. Mary’s Ryken at WCAC championships, Fairfax, VA, 8:00 a.m.

Football St. Mary’s Ryken at Sidwell Friends, 2:00 p.m.

Photo By Chris Stevens

Casie Bell had one of 17 aces on serves in Leonardtown’s win over McDonough last Wednesday night.

Field Hockey Continued from page B-

SPECIAL NOTE: All high school, recreational and youth league coaches, if you would like the scores, statistics and standings from your respective games and leagues to be published, contact Chris Stevens at 301-373-4125 or at chrisstevens@countytimes.net

Cougars, The Knights got goals from Megan Ligday and Ali Buddenbohn in both halves, as they controlled the tempo and kept the heat off of goalie Marlyne Corson, who when she had to, stopped every shot Calverton threw at her.

Ligday scored the goahead goal just six minutes and 27 seconds into the contest, while Buddenbohn added a little insurance with 1:38 left in the match.

The Knights, gearing up for their final four contests of the regular season and the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference tournament, saw this scheduling quirk as a chance to tighten up some

Photo By Chris Stevens

Ryken’s Anne Buddenbohn and the Cougars’ Melissa Ferrante chase the ball Friday afternoon.

Katie Leard of Ryken looks to pass as Calverton’s Leah Sturgis closes in.

parts of their game before heading back into WCAC play after a tournament at Patuxent High School this past weekend.

“My fear was that it was going to be hard, in a way, to get motivated, because you just saw this team a few days ago,” Everly said.

Instead, Ryken played one of their best games of the season offensively and defensively, and came away with the home-and-away sweep of the Cougars.

“The first game we played against them was a good game,” Ligday said of the previous battle up in Huntingtown. “We did some things wrong, so we wanted to bring it to them today and be ready for the WCAC. “We know what each team has to offer, so we need to be on top of our game.”

To be ready for the conference tourney, Everly feels the Knights just have to continue working hard and giving their best effort, while continuing to close the door on teams, much like they did against the Cougars last week.

“I just want them to be able to finish and not get frustrated by things that they

Photo By Chris Stevens

can’t control,” she explained.

“They just have to stay focused and play their game.”

Photo By Chris Stevens

Ryken’s Megan Ligday scored the first goal of Friday’s game, sending the Knights to a three-day field hockey sweep of the Calverton School.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

SMCM Biochemistry Major Wins Car In ‘Starving Student’ Contest 1996 Camry Will Make Life Easier for Working Mom Jocelyn Henderson probably never would have expected that a 1996 Toyota Camry worth about $4,000 would be the stuff of dreams come true, but it seems that’s the case. The St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) student and mother of two young children won the car in the “Starving Student” Contest sponsored in September by Toyota of Southern Maryland. To enter the contest, students submitted essays explaining why they needed a car.

Twenty-five finalists were selected and each read his or her essay at an award ceremony on Sept. 20. The finalists themselves selected the winner by voting on the best essay, which was Henderson’s tale of her husband’s and her struggles to juggle school, jobs and children’s appointments with one old, dysfunctional car showing all its 300,000 miles.

“Winning this car has really been a blessing,” said Henderson. “It runs well and gets good mileage. It is wonderful of Toyota of Southern Maryland to give students an opportunity like this, and many people at school have approached me to say congratulations.”

Henderson is a biochemistry major with plans to go on to medical school at Johns Hopkins Medical College. She is completing a research project at SMCM under the guidance of Dr. Randy Larsen, professor of chemistry. “Jocelyn is a great student to have in class, and is conducting state of the art research on dissolved organic matter in the St. Mary’s and Potomac rivers,” Larsen said.

The project required her to drive to different locations to collect water samples. Getting to her research locations will now be an easier task in her “new” car, as will be getting her son and daughter to school and doctor’s appointments.

In her winning essay, Henderson wrote, “Winning this contest would exponentially reduce the amount of stress I am dealing with because not only would my family and I feel safer on the roads, but I could concentrate more on school and worry less about picking up the kids….If I win this contest, it would be the first car I’ve actually owned in my name, which is pretty exciting.”

Students from all over the state entered the contest, which was sponsored by Toyota of Southern Maryland dealership owners Peter D’Artista and John Peed, and theBAYNET.com.

Toyota of Southern Maryland representatives Will Ryan (left) and Gene Cartwrite congratulate St. Mary’s College of Maryland student Jocelyn Henderson on winning a Toyota in the “Starving Student” contest.

Bunny Bailey Studio of Dance 2008 – 2009 “Show Dance” Groups

Bunny Bailey Studio of Dance recently reselected sstudents for the 2008 - 2009 “Show Dance” Groups.

The Bunny Bailey Studio of Dance, entering its 50th year, recently selected the following students to participate in its 2008 – 2009 “Show Dance” groups. Selection for these groups is based on age, ability, dance training, class attendance, prior participation in shows, attitude and enthusiasm for dancing.

Included in the Petite Show Dancers are: (Front row) Katherine Judy, Donnetta Corbin, Breanna Dunbar, Siobhan Millham, Ashlin Dean and Danielle Bouchard.

Junior Show Dancers are: (2nd row) Emily Johnson, Robyn Lee, Christina Szewczyk, Rylee Young and Elizabeth Coughlan.

Senior Show Dancers are: (3rd row) Anna Singer, Amanda Taylor, Catherine Raley, Kayla Bird, Samantha Marshall. (4th row) Kaylie Dunbar, Alexandra Szewczyk, Lauren Russell, Shanon Lee, Holly Siebenmark, Jamie Szewczyk and Alexandra Aksteter. Not pictured: Kimberly Copeland.

Our “Show Dance” groups provide entertainment throughout the year at local nursing homes, adult daycare centers and a variety of community events.

If you would like for them to perform for your organization, phone the studio office at (301)884-4712.

Fire Prevention Week St. Mary’s County Community Health Fair-The Way to Wellness The St. Mary’s County Community Health Fair will be Friday, October 24, 2008, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Center at Chancellors Run Regional Park in Great Mills, Maryland.

Over 600 citizens attended the event last year to learn more about the latest health and wellness news and products from over 50 exhibitors. Flu and pneumonia inoculations will be available (Medicare card holders must bring their cards;

$15 suggested donation accepted otherwise). Updated information on the MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROGRAM will be available; blood profiles can be performed (fees vary by age and services rendered).

All are welcome to attend and listen to a wide variety of health screenings, presentations and demonstrations. For more information, call 301-475-4200 ext. 1073 or log on to www.stmarysmd.com/doa.

A visit from the Fire Department during Fire Prevention Week. Pictured left to right: Jonathan Scully, 3 year old class from Little Seedlings Christian Preaschool and Kindergarten An Outreach of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Patrick Woodburn.

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Thursday, October 23, 2008

Recipes Double Chocolate Muffins

Cheddar Chicken & Rice Skillet

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From kraftfoods.com

Ingredients

Ingredients 1/2 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked 1-1/4 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 green pepper, cut into strips 1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar Cheese 1/2 cup sliced green onions

1 cup Fiber One® cereal 1 1/3 cups buttermilk ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil 1 egg ¾ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup Gold Medal® whole wheat flour ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup unsweetened baking cocoa 1-teaspoon baking soda 1-teaspoon vanilla ¼ teaspoon salt 1/3-cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Directions

1. HEAT dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 2 min.

2. STIR in rice, broth and peppers. Bring to boil; cover. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 min.

or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender. Let stand covered, 5 min. or until liquid is absorbed.

3. ADD tomatoes, cheese and onions; stir until blended.

Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Vegetables

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).

2. In medium bowl, mix cereal and buttermilk; let stand 5 minutes. Stir in oil and egg. Stir in

remaining ingredients except chocolate chips.

Stir in chocolate chips. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.

3. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately remove from pan. Serve warm.

Bacon Quesadillas From kraftfoods.com

From kraftfoods.com Ingredients Ingredients

4 flour tortillas, (6 inch) 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese 1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits 1/4-cup thin green onion slices

1 pork tenderloin (1 lb.)

1 env. SHAKE ‘N BAKE Original Pork Seasoned Coating Mix 1 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 1 lb. red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1-inch chunks ½ cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing

Directions 1. PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Top half of each tortilla with 1/4 cup of the cheese and 1 Tbsp. each of the bacon bits and green onion. Fold tortillas in half; press lightly to secure.

2. PLACE in single layer on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.

3. BAKE 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Directions 1. PREHEAT oven to 450°F. Moisten meat with water. Shake off excess. Coat meat as directed on package. Discard any remaining coating mix.

2. TOSS sweet potatoes, red potatoes and onion with dressing. Spread evenly into 15x10x1inch baking pan; top with meat.

3. BAKE 25 to 30 minutes or until meat ther-

mometer inserted in center of meat registers 160°F, stirring vegetables after 15 minutes.

Let stand 5 minutes. Slice meat. Serve with vegetables.

From kraftfoods.com Ingredients 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1-1/2 cups each: broccoli and cauliflower florets 1 cup diagonally sliced carrots 3/4 cup each: snow peas and sliced yellow squash 1/2 cup each: sliced mushrooms, red pepper strips and onion wedges 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix

Directions

Directions 1. HEAT oil in large skillet on medium-high heat.

2. ADD vegetables; cook and stir until crisp-tender.

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From kraftfoods.com Ingredients 1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix 3 eggs 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas) 1 cup BREAKSTONE’S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream 1/4-cup oil 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened 1 pkg. (16 oz.) powdered sugar (about 4 cups) 1 cup PLANTERS Walnut Pieces, finely chopped

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1. HEAT oven to 350°F. Beat cake mix, eggs, bananas, sour cream and oil with mixer on low until moistened, scraping bottom of bowl often. Beat on medium 2 min. Pour into greased and floured 13x9-inch pan.

2. BAKE 35 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake completely in pan on wire rack.

3. BEAT cream cheese and butter with mixer on medium until blended. Gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition.

4. REMOVE cake from pan. Carefully cut cake crosswise in half using serrated knife. Place 1 cake half, topside down, on plate; spread top with frosting. Top with remaining cake half, top side up. Frost top and sides. Press nuts onto sides. Refrigerate leftovers.

The County Times

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Calendar of Events Haunted Stage CSM’s Haunted Stage.

5:30 p.m., Oct. 24, College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, LaPlata.

The CSM Theatre Club will transform the Fine Arts Center stage to create a creepy, spooky Haunted Stage filled with frightfully fun surprises.

Recommended for children ages 7 and older. $2. 301-9347828, 240-725-5499, 443-5506199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www. csmd.edu/Finearts.

St. Mary’s County to Sponsor Household Hazardous Waste Day Event St. Mary’s County is sponsoring an annual Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHW) Day Event on October 25, 2008, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the St. Andrews Landfill, 44825 St. Andrews Church Road, California, Maryland, 20619.

Many common household products contain hazardous substances. These products become household hazardous waste (HHW) after the consumer no longer has any use for them. The average U.S. household generates more than 20 pounds of HHW per

year. As much as 100 pounds can accumulate in the home, often remaining there until the residents move or do an extensive clean out.

County residents are encouraged to clean out their barns, basements, sheds, garages, etc. and take advantage of the opportunity to properly discard the toxics that have been lurking in and around their homes. These toxins include pharmaceuticals, disinfectants, paint (all kinds), stains and polish, solvents and thinners, caustic cleaners (for toilets, tile masonry, ovens, etc.), pool chemicals, lawn care chemicals, pet care chemicals, pesticides, fungicides and herbicides, batteries (all kinds), thermometers, thermostats, fluorescent light bulbs (all contain mercury), aerosol cans, old gasoline, kerosene, and other fuels (even mixed with water) will be collected.

More information is available by visiting the County’s Solid Waste/Recycling Website at www.stmarys.md.com or by calling the Department of Public Works & Transportation at (301) 863-8400.

Annual Fall Event Ridge UM Women’s Fall Bake, Crafts, and Rummage Sale on Saturday Oct. 25, 2008 from 8 a.m. till 12 p.m.

Located in First Friendship

LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS Library uses automatic phone service to notify library users

The library now notifies library users when their requested items are available for pick up by an automated phone call unless they request email notification. This new service results in quicker notification.

Readers’ Theater to perform “A Hope in the Unseen” The public is invited to a dramatic staged reading of Ron Suskind’s book, “A Hope in the Unseen” and adapted for the stage by Carol Burbank. The free performance will be Oct.24 at 7 p.m. at the Auditorium at College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus. The cast members include high school students from Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s County schools as well as local adult participants. The play is being directed by David Thomas and Lori Willis.

An online discussion of this book will be held on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. The public can participate by clicking on the One Maryland One Book icon at www.stmalib.org.

Church Fellowship Hall on Route 5 across from Ridge Volunteer Fire Department nearer the intersection with Wynne Road. Come Rain or Shine. Proceeds to be used for Local Charities and Church/ cemetery historic preservation. Contact Karin VanReenen 301-872-0285

Annual Fall Festival The Benjamin Banneker Elementary School PTA will be holding its Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 11am-2pm.

The festival will be held, rain or shine, at Benjamin Banneker Elementary School. There will be lots of fun activities for the whole family there, including a Basket Raffle, Craft and Vendor fair, and Food sold by the Local Optimists Club. Entrance is FREE!!!!!

For any questions, feel free to contact Renae Tieman at (301) 997-0586 or renaetieman@ hotmail.com

Holiday Shopping Spree The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring a “Holiday Shopping Spree” Home Products Show on Sunday October 26, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rescue Squad building on Route 235 in Hollywood. Anticipated participants include: Tastefully Simple, The Angel Co., Longaberger Baskets, Creative Memories, Home Interiors, The Body Shop at Home, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Party Lite, The Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Usborne Books, Silpada Jewelry, B’s Purses, Avon, Passion Parties, Lia Sophia Jewelry, Discovery Toys, Purse-n-ality, Slumber Parties, Watkins, Premier Designs, Dottie’s Dips, Rada Cutlery, Amway Home & Garden, Southern Living at Home, Phoenix Trading, Beijo Bags, Cookie Lee Jewelry and more. For more information, contact Kimberly Sullivan @ 301-373-4651 or msullivan@ metrocast.net.

Open House “October 26th, Reformation Sunday Open House.

Good Samaritan Lutheran Church in Lexington Park

will be holding a special open house on Reformation Sunday, October 26th, 8:30 a.m.– 12 p.m. Come and learn about the faith revolutionist Martin Luther and how he unknowingly started the Reformation, which impacts every Christian church today.

Luther redesigned the worship service for the common people and both the 8:30 a.m. traditional service or 11:00 a.m. contemporary service will feature some of the hymns he wrote to bring music into the church. Pastor Ray Michener will lead a special class about Luther and the world changing reformation between services. Call 301- 863-4740 for additional information.”

“Fall Fitness and Diabetes Festival” The Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Recreation and Parks and the St. Mary’s Hospital Diabetes program are pleased to announce that the “Fall Fitness and Diabetes Festival” has been scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2008, from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m., at Leonard Hall Recreation Center, in Leonardtown, Maryland.

Citizens are invited to come learn how to get fit as a family. Many activities, attractions and door prize drawings are planned. Health and fitness vendors will be present to highlight the programs and activities that promote health and wellness in the community. Educational workshops will be held at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. and numerous FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS will be available to the public including hearing, vision, cholesterol, blood pressure, bone density, reflexology, body composition, glucose testing and more. Flu shots will also be available to the public for a $20.00 fee. There will be leisure demonstrations such as gymnastics, self-defense, yoga and more.

The children’s races will begin at 1:00 p.m. outside Leonard Hall Recreation Center. The races are for children ages 4 – 9 years who wish to race for the chance to win a prize. Other children friendly activities will be on hand including amusements and face painting. For more informa-

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tion on this event or to signup as a vendor, please contact Christi Bishop, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Recreation and Parks, at (301) 4754200 ext. 1802.

Holiday Craft Fair Master crafters will sell hand-made holiday gifts on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s School, located off of Poplar Hill Road in Waldorf, Maryland. Free admission.

Purchase homegrown produce from our Country Store. Bid on items at our Silent Auction. Indulge yourself with sweets from our Bake Table. Buy Christmas gifts for loved ones from our Religious Items and Gently Used Jewelry stores.

Lunch will be available for purchase on site.

Proceeds benefit the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Peter’s #1618. For information call (301) 843-8916

Crafters Wanted Vendors of homemade crafts sought for St. Peter’s Holiday Craft Fair for Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s School in Waldorf, Maryland. Free assistance during setup and breakdown.

Unprecedented marketing campaign with advertising in Charles, Prince George’s, Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties.

For applications, please call Judi at (301) 788 or email judi. simmins@verizon.net

Seniors Your Passport to Scholarships Has Arrived!

Plan to attend the 2008 Scholarship Fair Wednesday, November 5, 4 p.m. till 7 p.m.

Southern Maryland Higher Education Center 44219 Airport Road, California, MD

Oyster Scald Our Lady’s Church at Medley’s Neck will hold their annual Oyster Scald at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds on Sunday, November 9, 2008 from 11:45 a.m. until 4 p.m. In addition to oysters, there will be oyster stew, hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, beer and wine, as well as a dessert table. There will also be a plant sale and Silent Auction ending at 4 p.m. For further information, call the Church at 310-475-8403.

Forrest Center To Host Craft/Vendor Fair The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center is hosting a Crafter/Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 15, 2008, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., and is in search of crafters and vendors who are interested in participating in the event.

The table rental fee is $25 per table. Setup begins at 8 a.m., with breakdown beginning immediately after the event.

All proceeds will benefit the school’s SkillsUSA chapter.

For more details or to rent a table, contact the Forrest Center at 301-475-0242.

Annual Fall Dinner Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall Sunday November 2nd, 2008 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. $19 for adults, $9 for kids 6-12 Children under 6 eat free. AllU-Can-Eat Menu Includes: So.MD stuffed Ham, Fried Chicken, Oysters, Parsley Potatoes, Green Beans, Filipino Lumpia, Pancit (thin rice noodles), rolls and beverages.

Carry outs available. Craft rooms available with holiday items for sale. For more information call Brian or Susan 301-863-6918.

2008 Scholarship Fair

Green Holly Es To Host Craft Fair/ Bake Sale Green Holly Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association and Relay for Life Team are hosting a Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 15, 2008, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., and is in search of crafters and home businesses who are interested in participating in this event. The table rental fee is $30 per table. For more details or to rent a table, call 301-247-6198 or send an email to ghespta@gmail.com.

Attention High School

St. Mary’s Hospital Imaging Open House

Poets can share poetry at Open Mic Poets and fans of any age can share either an original or favorite poem or just come to listen at the Poetry Open Mic on Oct. 27 at Lexington Park at 7 p.m.

Openings still available for Halloween Party Openings are available for the Halloween Party at Charlotte Hall, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 25 at 10 a.m. Children will enjoy not-so-scary stories, creepy crafts, and trick-or-treating through the library. Please register for this free program.

Children can learn about vultures Children ages 5 and up will learn about vultures and turkey buzzards at Vulture View on Nov. 4 at 10 a.m. at Charlotte Hall, at 1 p.m. at Leonardtown and at 3 p.m. at Lexington Park.

Registration is requested for this free program.

Libraries offer free storytimes The libraries offer the following storytimes: Baby Steps storytimes are for ages 2-12 months, toddler storytimes are for ages 1-2 ½ years and pre-school storytimes are for all ages but are geared for ages 3-5. Wiggle-Giggle is for those little listeners with extra energy. Contact the library or check the library’s website www.stmalib.org for days and times.

Detectives seek strong arm robbery suspect On October 14, 2008 at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 16-year-old male was outside of his residence on Waverly Court in Hollywood and saw a white van with a ladder rack, on the roadway adjacent to his driveway. The victim

walked to the end of his driveway and was confronted by an Hispanic male in his mid 20’s, approximately 5’11” and 200 lbs. The suspect assaulted the victim and stole the victim’s property to include US currency. He then fled the area in the white van. BCI detectives are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Solvers at (301) 475-3333. You don’t have to give your name

The 4-D ultrasound, demonstrated by Sonographer Cindy O’Quinn, allows for real time imaging to help detect and rule out a wide range of potential medical problems. The 4-D ultrasound also made headlines in recent years for its ability to show expectant parents live, moving images of their developing baby. O’Quinn showed the equipment to guests at an Imaging Department open house at St. Mary’s Hospital on October 13.

and maybe eligible for a cash reward.

Man charged with threatening victim with shotgun On October 16, 2008 at 10:47 p.m. deputies responded to a residence on Mattapany Road in Lexington Park for the report of an assault. In-

vestigation revealed Derek Guertler, 51, of Lexington Park approached the victim and allegedly placed a 12 gauge shotgun to the neck of the victim and threatened the victim with bodily harm.

The victim was able to disarm Guertler and flee from the residence. Deputies made contact with Guertler and placed him under arrest without incident. Guertler was charged

with first and second degree assault.

Man charged with choking, striking victim On October 18, 2008 at 11:12 a.m. deputies responded to a residence on Days End Lane in Mechanicsville for the report of a domestic distur-

bance. Investigation revealed Robert C. Bearden, 34, of Mechanicsville allegedly physically assaulted the victim by choking her, throwing her to the floor and striking her in the face by hand. Bearden was placed under arrest, charged with second degree assault and incarcerated in the detention center pending a bond review by the District Court Commissioner.

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CORNER Just Hangin’ Around

By Theresa Morr

Can you name the slowest moving mammal on earth? Hint: It sleeps almost all day while hanging upside-down from tree branches. If you guessed the sloth, you’re right! These guys are funny looking with their flat heads, large eyes, small ears, a short snout, and a very short tail, or none at all. But it’s their strange lifestyle that makes the sloth one fascinating creature.

Sometimes people compare a lazy person to a sloth. That’s not a fair comparison because sloths are not lazy. They are slow-moving and sluggish because they have a low metabolic rate and low body temperature of 91° F. So, they need very little food and water to sustain them. Because these guys are so sedentary, colonies of tiny green algae have time to grow on the sloth’s thick brown coat, leaving it with a greenish cast. The algae provides a natural camouflage, which helps to keep the animal safe from predators. And the sloth gets some nutrients by licking the algae.

These shy, solitary mammals spend most of their lives hanging upside-down from tree branches. The phrase, “just hangin’ around” perfectly describes the slow-poke sloth.

They eat, sleep, mate, and even give birth hanging upside-down. Thanks to their long legs and huge, strong, curved claws on both front and hind feet, living upside-down is no big deal for these very relaxed dudes. At times,

they are completely motionless when wide awake. Other times, they’ll travel along at about six and one-half feet per minute, which is probably considered a breakneck speed for a sloth.

Being arboreal (living in trees), sloths often stay in the same tree for years “walking” upside-down along the tree branches. They come down to the ground occasionally and when they do, are vulnerable to predators like jaguars and harpy eagles. Sloths have weak hind legs and their long front claws hinder them from walking. They have to dig into the earth with their claws and use their front legs to pull themselves along, dragging their stomachs across the ground.

If caught, they can only defend themselves by biting or clawing.

Sloths are nocturnal creatures and are only active at night. Their primary food consists of leaves and young shoots, which provide very little energy. They sleep during the day curled up like a big ball, head between their arms with feet drawn close together.

It’s a great way to snooze because this position makes them look like part of the tree, which is a good thing since these guys sleep from 15 to 20 hours a day. Sometimes, a drowsy sloth will fall out of a tree and into a river below. But unlike their clumsiness on land, the sloth’s long, strong arms make them pretty good swimmers.

The sloth’s habitat is the tropical rainforest canopies of South and Central America. In the wild, these animals can live up to about 30 years.

Females give birth to a single baby each year, and the newborn clings to its mother for about nine months. At adulthood, sloths weigh around eight to ten pounds. There are two species of sloth: the two-toed and the threetoed. Like many wild animals, this curious creature is also on the endangered species list.

For some really cool pictures of the sloth, surf over to http:///www. geocities.com/Hollywood/set/1478/ slothpict.html.

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No pets. Price: $1350.

Please call 301-247-0078.

2 br 1 ba w/jacuzzi tub, in must see condition, nonsmoker preferred, fenced in back yard, w/d, gas heat, gas stove, in nice neghborhood, $900.00 plus utilities, $450.00 security deposit. Call Pat at 410-586-1970. $900.

Beautiful large 1 bedroom apartment with cathedral ceilings. Ceiling fans.

Full bath and kitchen with skylights. Storage space.

Washer & dryer. Rent includes cable, electric and heat. Private entrance.

Private deck overlooking woods. No smoking in apartment, Month to month lease. No section 8. Hollywood/Mechanicsville line (Oakville) right off 235. Apartment 14x40 with office & storage 24x14. Price: $850.

Please call 301-373-8266.

House is located in a quiet neighborhood. Private.

Front porch, rear deck and deck off of master bedroom. Carpeted living room/dining area. Full kitchen with dishwasher & disposal; entry to kitchen from the garage.

Carpeted 3 bedrooms with fwo full baths.

Ample closet space. Central air and heat. One car garage with parking for extra car. Rent does not include utilities which includes electric. 20 minutes away from the Base and 25 minutes away from St. Mary’s College.

3 minutes away from public boat launching ramp, fishing and picnic area on St. George’s Creek.

Call Mr. Rogers to view the home 301-994-0111 (local) or 410-802-9404 (mobile). Price: $1150.

Affordable, nice, one-bedroom nonsmoking apartment in brick one-story duplex in Lusby. Available Nov. 1st. Monthly rent of $695 includes water fees. Tenant pays electric. Appliances, heating and cooling system, and Pergo flooring are fairly new. Security deposit, recent credit report, and references required. No pets. Convenient to Bay beach, Patuxent River Naval Air Station, and Calvert Cliffs. Call Cecilia at 410.610.5919 (m), or 301.995.7793 (w) 6:30 am to 4 pm.

Gorgeous 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Ba, 2 Car Garage and huge basement on a wooded lot. Home features LR, DR, Den, fireplace, Huge Masters BR with his/ hers sink, separate toilet, Jetted tub, separate shower and a huge walk-in closet. Hardwood floor in foyer. Kitchen has lots of cabinets and an island. A Must See! Price: $1,850. Please call Stella: 301-792-5181 or Kathy: 240-538-3973.

HELP WANTED

Reliable, honest person needed for yard work, cleaning of houses, running errands, assisting with loading and unloading of building material. All over handyman would be a plus. 3-4 days a week as needed. Must have own vehicle, valid driver’s license, valid social security number, mobile phone for communication. Must be willing to travel to Baltimore, Prince George’s County and St. Mary’s County.

Must be dependable, self-starting and be able to work without a lot of supervision. If interested, please call 410-332-0899 or 410-802-9404 and ask for Mr. Rogers.Depending on performance, position could be part-time permanent.

Seeking 2 people to begin work immediately.

One position is in the Lexington Park/ Hollywood area and the other is in the Prince Frederick area. Both positions are part time. The hours for Prince Frederick would be roughly 5:00 - 8:00pm.

Lexington Park would start around 5:00 but the finish time would vary between approx. 7:00 9:00pm. Both positions would require cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, sweeping/mopping, collecting trash, clean door glass, dusting ect. Must be dependable, trustworthy, and have own reliable transportation. We are willing to train the right person but please do not apply unless you are serious about the position.

Please apply by email.

Send me your resume or a short email with your job experience. Persons selected for positions must pass a background check. cleancutmaint@ gmail.com.

Tri County Hearth & Patio Center is looking for enthusiastic career-minded person to fill sales position. Candidates must be upbeat, customer friendly and bring a smile to work every day. Due to seasonality of products, this can be a very fast paced environment. Retail experience a plus. We will train you on our products. Salary + commission. Must work on Saturdays but no Sundays! 5 day work week. Health & retirement benefits available. If you love to play with fire, this might be the place for you. Enjoy the design aspect of furniture? - create an outdoor space with patio furniture and accessories. BBQ enthusiast?

- Pass on that knowledge while selling BBQ grills.

Check out our website to learn more about us. w w w.heatbyf ire.com.

Only team players need apply. Please send in resume by e-mail or fax to 301-932-7972.

Couples or singles apartment. Non-Smoker No Pets. Full kitchen and washer & dryer in unit.

Quiet setting overlooking pond, very private and off the highway. Utilies included. Price: $800.

Please call 301-769-4132.

One bedroom/One bath cottage with porch. All utilities included, free Direct TV with all movie channels. Non-Smoker preferred, no pets. Please call after 4:30pm M-F or anytime on the weekend, ask for Dawn 301-7372749 or email at bbubblyb@gmail.com. $695.

HELP WANTED

Metropolitan Exteriors is in search of a motivated, friendly individual willing to walk door-to-door to set appointments for salespersons. This person must be willing to work Saturdays and some evenings in the Upper Marlboro area. A ten hour work week would promise $100.00 with the potential for bonuses and/or incentives up to $500.00 per week. Interested individuals should contact either Chris at 240-417-7840 or Russ at 443-624-0472.

Large 1 bedroom basement apt. full kitchen, dishwasher, pantry, storage room, washer/drier, sat tv., private covered entrance, private parking, 1 year lease agreement or more, prequalifying available, no pets, $850.00 security deposit, very clean and quiet, unfurnished. Call 301-752-0315.

Choice Stairways is currently offering two part-time driver positions. Please send resume to fdionne-pake@ choicestairways.

Commercial Space for rent

Up to 6,000 Square Feet Available Next to Great Mills McKay’s Store

Attractive Rental Rates Prime Location, off of Great Mills Rd.

Call McKay’s Office Number:

301-373-5848

Pharmacist - Retail Positions are available at 2 of our locations. Current MD Pharmacist License required. Full or part time schedules are possible. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and salary requirements to: McKay’s Fine Food & Pharmacy P.O. Box 98 Hollywood, MD 20636 Or Fax to Human Resources. 301-373-5338.

For further information, call 301-373-5848.

McKay’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A management consulting firm seeking Financial Analysts to work at NAVAIR. Candidates should have minimum 5 years Navy/DOD financial management experience; ability to formulate/ execute DOD budgets; perform weapon systems financial analyses; and experience using NERP. Familiarity with H60 program a plus. BA/BS in one of the following disciplines is preferred: business, economics, accounting and finance. Security Clearance desired.

Send resume w/ cover letter & salary requirements to: hr@palcorp.net or fax to 301-203-5484. EOE M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

State of the art periodontal practice seeking part-time permanent hygienist. Outgoing personality and team player a must. Fax resume to: 301-885-0600.

Southern Maryland offices in Waldorf and Great Mills are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, friendly and experienced chairside dental assistants who have a passion for patient care. Maryland x-ray certification and CDA is preferred.

E-mail resume to jobs@ neibauerdental.com or fax to 1-888-398-7746.

Electrician required for small contractor with 95% commerical work.

Valid drivers license required. Must be reliable.

Fax resume to 301-3734101 or call 301-373-4100 and leave a message.

Payroll/A/R position available.

Experience with Peachtree Complete Accounting an asset.

Email resume’ or questions to hpros@ comcast.net

VEHICLES 1998 Nissan 240sx. Very clean, reliable, good gas mileage, fun to drive, rear wheel drive, awesome cd player with usb drive and aux imput. Any questions please call 240-9259717. Price: $6000.

Great deal, selling under blue book value, 99 Chevy Suburban 1500 LS w/Ducks unlimited package, $6,000 OBO, quad seating, tan leather heated seats, TV w/DVD, 4X4, towing package, brush guard, roof rack, privacy glass, 7 passenger seating with lots of space behind third row of seats, nice interior and exterior, wellmaintained, runs well, must-sell immediately.

Call for any questions, 301-862-1866.

1999 Toyota Camry LE. Price: $3800. Interior color beige; new water pump and timing belt, plugs and wires; new air filter and fan belts; clean and runs great. Please call 443-398-0448.

2005 Suzuki Forenza LX. 100k mile 5 year transferrable warranty. 35 miles per gallon easy. Car was used as a commuter, all highway miles. Car is paid off and i have a clean title in hand. No major accidents, sound mechanical shape, and an all around great car. Cloth interior, all power, automatic 4 cylinder. Would make a great car for commuting, small family, or a student. please call with any questions or email me for pictures/ questions. Dan 301-885-6435, Holly 301960-4159. naquindan@ yahoo.com, holly_lund@ yahoo.com.

1999 Volkswagen Jetta.

Leather interior, power sunroof, heated seats, power windows and locks. C/D player. Second owner, clean carfax.

New A/C compressor, brakes, water pump, timing belt. MD inspected.

Garage kept. Great mileage, clean car! Call Mark (410)586-1722.

Price: $5500.

1992 Ford F350 dually stake body 12 ft bed 7.3 diesel automatic. Comes with all concrete tools everything you need to start your own concrete business. $6000.00 o.b.o.

If interested, please call 240-298-8357 with any questions.

1995 Ford Aerostar.

Original Owner Runs and Looks great. If interested, please call Carl at 301-448-6244. Price: $1500 OBO.

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MOTORCYCLES 2006 Honda CRF50 for sale or trade for a KTM 50 2004-newer. Great beginner bike that has been ridden very little in yard by 7 year old. Never been raced and all stock. Bike is in excellent condition. $800.00 asking price or trade. Call Keith for more info at 240-682-6301.

2000 Honda Nighthawk--Do you want to join the Bike crowd, but you are not sure you can handle a huge bike? Try this bike!

Easy to ride for people 5’2+. Over 60 MPG!, Runs awesome, super clean. Less than 5500 miles. It is still in the breaking in period! Great commuter bike. Price: $2700.

If interested, please call 315-276-6239.

2001 Yamaha YZF-426F. This is a very fast bike, race ready, well maintained. Lots of extras on bike. Comes with two helmets and one matching riding suit. Got to sell due to being and the military I have no time to ride it. Price: $2200 OBO. If interested, please call 443-404-7030 with any questions.

1985 Yamaha maxim.

Need to sell this bike asap. I bought this bike a year ago. Call 240298-0161. Jordan. Leave a message if no answer, will return call. Will take best offer.

2006 Honda 100 CRF 4 stroke, excellent condition, runs great, no rips, tears, or broken plastic, great beginner bike. pictures available upon request. $1200.00 obo. If interested call 240-298-0029.

2004 Suziki GSX-R 600 with low miles. Runs Great!!! Garage Kept!

Has been lowered. Asking $5,300.00 Wanting to convert to a Harley.

Serious inquiries call 410-610-5307.

1989 Kawasaki. Good running condition. Trunk tank bag. heated grips. extra wheels and tires.

WILL INSPECT FOR BUYER! Call Danny at 301-872-4442, leave message if not available. $2600 obo.

CHILD CARE I am a part time stay at home Mom with 4 children. I live in the Lettie Dent School District and have room in my home before and after school for two other children that attend Lettie Dent.

I provide breakfast, an after school snack and assistance with homework.

I have two children in second grade, one in first and one in kindergarden.

I charge $65.00 a week per child and I am also home on the days the kids are out of school and can watch your child for an additional $15.00 a day.

My hours of operation are from 6:45 a.m. until the children get on the bus and from the time they get off the bus til 6 p.m.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me. Julie, (301) 752-6182.

Licensed Daycare Provider now has an infant opening as well as one opening for age 2 and up.

Smoke free and pet free home. Close to Pax River Base. I am CPR, First Aid and SIDS certified.

My hours are Monday through Friday 6:30am5:00pm. I provide a fun, safe, loving environment for your children. Please call Danielle at 301-9943804 to setup and interview or to answer any questions you may have.

General Merchandise 2003 Anderson Utility Trailer. 10’ X 5’ bed with 1’ high sides, tail gate/ramp, 3500# axle, in great condition, just don’t have any use for it any more. Price: $600. IF interested, please call Tom, 301-373-4289.

8x11 Navy Ambusson Oriental Rug. Price: $300.

Call 301-884-8956.

16 inch Stihl Chainsaw 011 AVT. Great running saw. Get ready to cut wood for the winter. Recently serviced and chain just sharpened. 301-3738408. $110.

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Section B - 10

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Just Outside of NAS Patuxent River, Gate 2

Clark’s Flooring

Carpet • Vinyl • Hardwood • Ceramic • Tile

301-863-2090

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21600 Great Mills Road - Lexington Park, MD 20653

Midas auto & truck center

Where Kids Play and Parents Relax!

MIDAS Dealer for 25 Years

Under New Management • ASE Certified Technicians • Nationwide Lifetime Guarantees • Free Estimates • Competitive Prices • MD State Inspections*

Hours:

21544 Great Mills Rd 1 Mile South of Gate 2 on Md. Rt 246 – Great Mills Rd.

301-862-9501

• Batteries, Starters & Alternators • Tune – Ups & Timing Belts • Fan Belts, Hoses & Bulbs • Shocks & Struts • Check Engine Light

• Factory Scheduled Maintenance • A/C Service • Tie Rods & Ball Joints • Radiators & Water Pumps • C.V. Boots & Shafts

• Anti-Freeze Flush-N-Fill • Transmission Flush-N-Fill • Oil Change • Exhaust • Brakes • Tires

Ask about our local Fleet Service for Businesses Authorized

Tire Dealer

Additional Locations: Prince Frederick

410-535-3600 Waldorf

301-932-9366 Call for appt or just stop in! *Please Mention Ad

We Welcome Children Ages 10 and Under

Monday Closed Tues - Thurs 10am - 6pm Fri - Sat 10am - 8pm Sunday 11am - 6pm

*Socks are required for all patrons in the play areas (We sell socks if you forget!)

Millison Plaza

21703-C Great Mills Rd. Lexington Park, MD 20653 (Just outside of NAS Patuxent River, Gate 2)

Both Children’s & Parent’s Areas!

Entire Facility Can Be Rented for a Private Party

www.thejumpyard.com

301-863-3388

Birthday Parties • Field Trips • Day Cares • Team Parties

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