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Thursday, January 1, 2009
Scott Announced as Scholarship Winner Baltimore, Md. – St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Allie Scott (Laurel, Md./Atholton) was one of the nine recipients of the Provident Way Scholarship at the Fourth Annual Provident Bank Pride of Maryland Division III Men’s Basketball Scholarship Tournament in November. Provident Bank provided each of the nine institutions participating in the Provident Pride of Maryland Tournament with a $1,000 scholarship. The tournament took place Nov. 25, 29, and 30 and St. Mary’s captured the tournament title. Scott was chosen by St. Mary’s as the school’s recipient as she exemplifies the Provident Way; a set of defining characteristics developed by Provident employees to express the bank’s culture and distinction. Those characteristics include integrity, caring, excellence, partnership and a results-driven attitude. Scott and the other eight winners were recognized
Lacrosse Coach Enjoys Lifelong Involvement In Game
prior to the start of the championship contest Nov. 30 at Stevenson University. A 5’-10” senior forward, Scott is a sports management major at St. Mary’s. She has started her senior campaign
on the right foot as she is averaging 15.6 points and 9.3 rebounds to pace the Seahawks in their 2-6 start to the season. She also leads the squad with a .467 three-point field goal percentage.
St. Mary’s Ranked 15th in Preseason Women’s Lacrosse Poll Baltimore, Md. – Lacrosse Magazine released its preseason rankings and players of the year for the upcoming 2009 season, and the St. Mary’s College of Maryland women’s lacrosse team found itself in the Top 20 for Division III. The Seahawks were listed at No. 15, while six-time defending Capital Athletic Conference champion, Salisbury University, was ranked third. St. Mary’s looks to make its eighth appearance in the NCAA Division III Women’s Lacrosse Tournament in May as the Seahawks will be under new leadership in 2009. Kara Reber (Pittsford, N.Y.), who spent five successful years at Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pa., took the reins of the women’s lacrosse program after Carol Schmoeller stepped down at the end of her second year in 2008 to pursue both personal and professional opportunities closer to her husband, Matt Hatton, the head of men’s lacrosse at McDaniel College. A year ago, the Seahawks posted a 15-6 overall record, earning CAC runner-up honors for the second time in program history with a loss to Salisbury in the CAC championship game. St. Mary’s did garner an at-large bid for the program’s seventh NCAA berth and posted a 16-15 victory over Fairleigh Dick-
inson University, College at Florham, in the NCAA First Round before falling to Salisbury for the third time that season in second round action. St. Mary’s finished the 2008 campaign ranked 14th in the final Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association/Under Armour Division III Weekly Poll. Coach Reber and her troops look to kick off the 2009 season Feb. 21 on the road as the Seahawks travel to Lexington, Va. to take on Washington & Lee University, ranked eighth in the preseason poll, at 2 p.m. SMCM will then open conference play Feb. 24 as the Seahawks host Wesley College in their home-opener at 3:30 p.m. The squad will close out the month of February against another ranked opponent as St. Mary’s hosts No. 13 Dickinson College Feb. 28 at 1 p.m. In all, the Seahawks will face five opponents that are ranked in LM’s preseason poll. Besides the pair mentioned above, St. Mary’s will also square off against No. 17 Catholic University March 18 at 4 p.m. in Washington, D.C.; against No. 5 College of New Jersey March 29 at 1 p.m. in Ewing, N.J.; and against No. 3 Salisbury April 4 at 2 p.m. in Salisbury.
St. Mary’s Women’s Soccer Winner of NSCAA Team Academic Award Kansas City, Kans. – The St. Mary’s College of Maryland women’s soccer team was one of 266 women’s soccer programs that posted a team grade point average of 3.0 or higher, thereby earning the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Team Academic Award for the second consecutive academic year. The Seahawks were the
Ryken’s Sothoron Hall of Fame Bound
only Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) women’s soccer squad to earn the NSCAA Team Academic Award as St. Mary’s posted a team GPA of 3.35 for the year under thirdyear head coach Brianne Weaver. This is the fifth time the Seahawks have received the award. In 2007, St. Mary’s finished the season with a 611-1 mark, including a 4-3-1
CAC record. The No. 4-seed Seahawks fell 2-1 to fifthseeded Wesley College in the CAC quarterfinals. The Seahawks also garnered the prestigious NSCAA Team Ethics Gold Award for the 2007 campaign, as the squad did not receive any red or yellow cards throughout the entire season.
Courtesy of Mary Sothoron
St. Mary’s Ryken boys’ lacrosse coach John Sothoron will be inducted into the US Lacrosse Potomac Chapter’s Hall of Fame next month in Washington, D.C.
By Chris Stevens Staff Writer
game the way they did. “I had a stick made up in the school colors, and gave it to a friend, Mark Ammonitz, and told him to just pass it around to the kids at the school and see if there was any interest,” he fondly recalled. “Six to eight months after that, I got a call from a student named Mark Brunner, who said they were interested in starting a team at Ryken,” Sothoron added. “[Brunner asked] ‘Mr. Sothoron, could you come in and talk to us about it?’ I only expected four or five kids, but when I got there, there were 30 kids all with sticks in their hands.” With his competitive juices flowing and the blessing of the school’s Board of trustees, Sothoron, along with help from his family, funded the program as a club sport for the first two years, reaching varsity status in 1990. The season after that, the young Knights, with kids who were just playing
John Sothoron admits that his 40-plus year love affair with the game of lacrosse is not one born of profit. “I’ve always had another job besides this one,” he joked when talking about his current tenure as St. Mary’s Ryken’s head coach, “but we do this for the love of the game and working with the kids.” An All-American Goalkeeper at Towson in the 1970s and the founder of the Knights’ boys’ lacrosse program, Sothoron will be honored Feb. 7 by the Potomac Chapter of the U.S. Lacrosse Hall of Fame, which will induct six new members into the hall at the University Club in Washington, D.C. “It was a huge thrill to say the least,” Sothoron said, describing his reaction upon learning of his forthcoming induction into the hall. “They’re honoring you for something you love to do.” Sothoron began playing the game during his high school days at the Charlotte Hall Military Academy under his father Norwood, who is in the National Lacrosse Hall of fame, along with the University of Maryland Sports and State of Maryland sports hall of fame as well. “Lacrosse just had everything I was Courtesy of Mary Sothoron looking for,” said Sothoron, John Sothoron has coached lacrosse at Ryken for 21 years because of his love for who played four the game and working with kids. other sports in the sport for the first time, defeated WCAC high school before sticking with lacrosse powerhouses DeMatha and Gonzaga for full time. “Non-stop action, contact, the first time, and in 2007, the Knights speed, skills. It was just so much more reached their pinnacle, winning their first exciting.” ever conference title. Upon graduating from CHMA in “It was very exciting and it brought 1968, John enrolled at Towson Universi- great satisfaction to see what that team ty, and after completing on the freshman achieved like nothing you can imagine,” team, was an All-American varsity goalie Sothoron said. “It was a huge accomplishfor the Tigers, who went 36-6 with So- ment for the kids and the school.” thoron patrolling the net. After his 1972 For Sothoron, receiving the call was graduation, he stayed on at Towson as an something unexpected, but a thrill he will assistant coach, earning a National Cham- enjoy for a long time. pionship ring with the school in 1974. “You don’t know it’s coming, you’re After coaching at two other colleges, not sure what the process is,” he said. “But Sothoron started the lacrosse program at we do this for the love of the game, the St. Mary’s Ryken in the late 1980s, having love of working with kids, and for that, I no clue that the students would take to the am very grateful.”
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A View From The Bleachers High School Sports Schedule 01/02/09 – 01/07/09 Saturday Jan. 3 Boys’ Basketball St. Mary’s Ryken at DeMatha, 7:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Elizabeth Seton at St. Mary’s Ryken, 3 p.m. Ice Hockey Ryken Alumni Game at Capital Clubhouse (Waldorf), 5 p.m. Indoor Track Chopticon/Great Mills/Leonardtown at Southern Maryland Mega Meet, PG County Sports Complex, 9 a.m.
Monday Jan. 5 Boys’ Basketball Chopticon at Patuxent, 7:30 p.m. Leonardtown at Northern, 7:30 p.m. Lackey at Great Mills, 7:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Great Mills at Lackey, 6:30 p.m. Northern at Leonardtown, 6:30 p.m. Patuxent at Chopticon, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday Jan. 6 Boys’ Basketball Gonzaga at St. Mary’s Ryken, 7:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball St. Mary’s Ryken at Holy Cross, 7:30 p.m. Wrestling Great Mills, La Plata and Northern at Northern High School, 5:00 p.m. Lackey at Leonardtown, 6 p.m. Calvert at Chopticon, 6 p.m.
Wednesday Jan. 7 Boys’ Basketball Great Mills at Westlake, 7:30 p.m. McDonough at Leonardtown, 7:30 p.m. Thomas Stone at Chopticon, 7:30 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Chopticon at Thomas Stone, 6:30 p.m. Leonardtown at McDonough, 6:30 p.m. Westlake at Great Mills, 6:30 p.m. Ice Hockey Leonardtown vs. La Plata at Capital Clubhouse (Waldorf), 6:45 p.m. Swimming Leonardtown vs. McDonough at Lackey, 5 p.m. Northern at Great Mills, 5 p.m. Wrestling St. Mary’s Ryken at Bishop Ireton, 5 p.m.
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
2008: The Lessons In The Games That Were Played By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer So we’ve wound our way to the end of 2008. And what better time than this to pause and reflect upon the year that was. As we rewind our lives, most of us will find a period of mixed results. Did we find love? Lose it? Both? Perhaps our family experienced the joy of the arrival of a new member, or the difficult loss of a loved one. There are goals we set and accomplished and those - like those 20lbs we’d swore we’d shed in ’08 - that will just have to get pushed to 2009. Some were thrilled with the results of the presidential election…others not so much. But such is life. It’s a dynamic bag of mixed results: wins and losses, thrills and disappointments, peaks and valleys. What we should strive for is to exit every year, and enter the next, wiser than we were the year before. There are lessons in each year lived that shouldn’t be lost. And if we’re paying attention, sports can be a heck of a teacher. So here are some of my memorable moments, in rapid-fire fashion, from the 2008 sports year and the lessons they left behind.
February… Superbowl XLII pitted the heavily favored, undefeated New England Patriots against the New York Giants. It was thought to be nothing more than New England’s last hurdle to immortality. A 19-0 season would secure this Patriots team as the best in NFL history and, being the fourth title in 7 seasons, this period in Patriots history as perhaps the NFL’s greatest dynasty. The New York Giants weren’t hearing it. They roughed up Golden Boy Tom Brady all night. Trailing 14-10 in the fourth quarter, a miracle pass from
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March/April… I don’t remember the exact numbers, but in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Game, the Kansas Jayhawks trailed the Memphis Tigers by about 10 points with 2 minutes remaining. Kansas clawed its way back into the game and guard Mario Chalmers hit a game tying 3-pointer at the end of the game. Kansas went on to dominate the overtime period and win its first title since 1988. After 38 minutes of play this game was all but over. But it’s a 40-minute game, or 45 in this case including overtime, and Kansas played every last second. Kansas left us with another example of why you play hard to the final whistle. Tennessee won yet another Women’s College Basketball Championship. It was Head Coach Pat Summit’s 8th. Summit has won darn near 1,000 basketball games. Yet she coaches every game like it’s her first and she has everything to prove. Truth is she has nothing to prove. She’s simply one of the best
basketball coaches ever. Summit is a reminder to avoid letting success satisfy our hunger.
June… Tiger Woods (remember him?) was reduced to a mere mortal during the U.S. Open by, what proved to be, a season-ending knee injury. He pushed through it and won anyway in a dramatic 18-hole playoff. For all his prodigious talent, Woods won the Open on pure guts and desire, and in doing so, served as a reminder that while talent is important, heart is perhaps the most important component of success.
July… Manny Ramirez quit on the Boston Red Sox this summer. His on-field acts were so outrageous (faking an injury, loafing in the field, etc) the franchise was forced to trade him. He was dealt to the Los Angeles Dodgers where he, with a multi-million dollar free agent contract as his motivation, suddenly thrived. In all my years of watching professional sports, I’ve never seen a player, let alone a probable Hall of Famer, be so selfserving. Thank you Manny for reminding me to appreciate players that compete for nothing more than their team and the love of the game.
August… Michael Phelps. His name says it all and will be forever synonymous with the 2008 Beijing Olympics. What a treat it was to watch Maryland’s own become an Olympic legend. He oneupped fellow American swimmer Mark Spitz by winning a record 8 Gold Medals in a single Olympics. If you recall, Phelps won the 100-meter butterfly by a hundredth of a second. I couldn’t help but think of Spitz and that impressive 1970’s mustache he sported. I wonder if Phelps would have won the butterfly with such upper-lip growth? I’m just saying…have you seen Spitz’s mustache from the ’72 Olym-
pic Games? I think there’s a hundredth of a second of drag there. Nevertheless, kudos to Phelps…and his razor. You reminded us that when big dreams meet endless dedication, anything is possible. Fellow Olympic swimmer Dara Torres won three silver medals in Beijing. Not impressed? Well, at 41 years young, it was her fifth Olympic games. Thank you Dara for reminding us that age is more a function of the feeling in our hearts and minds than our birth dates.
October… The baseball playoffs were absent the New York Yankees and their $200+ million dollar payroll for the first time since 1993. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Rays, with their homegrown talent and meager financial resources, took the American League by storm and made it all the way to the World Series. As the Beatles once said, “I don’t care too much for money, money can’t buy me love.” Apparently the Yankees aren’t fans of the Fab Four. Nevertheless, the Rays are a sports example that what we sow is always more valuable than what we acquire.
December… 2007 could not have been worse for the Atlanta Falcons. Their star quarterback and symbol of the franchise, Michael Vick, was convicted of running a disgusting dogfighting ring and is currently doing time. Their coach quit during the season. They finished a dismal 4-12 and appeared directionless. But a year and a couple of shrewd moves later, including drafting quarterback Matt Ryan with their first pick, the Falcons finished 11-5 and made the playoffs this year. The Falcons are an example that no one member is bigger than the team and that brighter days often are just around the corner. Over to you 2009, you have a tough act to follow. Send your comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
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quarterback Eli Manning to journeyman wide receiver David Tyree, set up a late, game-winning touchdown to Plaxico Burress (boy did his fortunes change in 2008). The Giants reminded us of why sports are so attractive and why the games must be played. Anything can happen…and it just might. Staying with the Superbowl for a moment, do you remember how Patriots head coach Bill Belichick exited the field? With a couple seconds left on the clock and thinking the game was over, he ran across the field to congratulate winning coach Tom Coughlin. When the referees notified him the Giants needed to run another play to run out the clock, Belichick ran to the locker room anyway where he proceeded to give a crusty, “how dare you bother me” post-game interview. Real classy, Belichick. You reminded me that you learn a lot more about a person in defeat than you do in victory.
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Avoiding the Winter Doldrums When the winter months arrive, it’s no surprise many people adopt a more sedentary lifestyle. Colder temperatures keep many people indoors,
Ski Vacation Know-How
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Take an early vacation this year, and hit the slopes!
It’s the season for hot chocolate, down parkas and outdoor fun. For cold-weather enthusiasts, winter offers plenty of enjoyable outdoor activities. Often topping the list are skiing and snowboarding. While many people save vacation time at work for summertime jaunts to the beach, there are plenty of others who simply can’t wait for the first snap of cold weather to book their trip to the slopes. If this is your first year planning a skiing vacation, consider these pointers -- especially if you want to save a few dollars along the way.
Choosing a resort
Making exercise a part of your routine during the colder months is one way to avoid the winter doldrums.
and those daily trips to the gym are much less likely to occur if the winds are whirling and the snow is falling outside. However, living a healthy lifestyle is a year-round commitment, and such a lifestyle is far easier to maintain if it’s not abandoned once the colder temperatures arrive. In addition, staying disciplined throughout the winter is an effective means of warding off colds and other ailments that can come with the colder seasons. So as winter begins to bear down, consider the following tips for staying healthy and making it to spring feeling better than you ever have. * Get your shut-eye. While it might seem like getting more sleep in the colder months is akin to a bear hibernating in the winter, that’s not entirely true. Don’t overdo it when it comes to sleeping, such as hitting the snooze bar and taking long naps on cold days when you’re stuck inside. However, be sure to get adequate sleep during the winter months. Getting too little sleep weakens the immune system, which can make you more susceptible to colds, flu and infections. * Beat viruses to the punch. An essential part of staying healthy in the winter months is prevention.
dren, that’s not the case. Flu shots are available to anyone looking to get one. It might not be easy to get a flu shot depending on where you live, but doing whatever needs to be done to get one is well worth it. * Exercise. While it’s enticing to stay inside on a cold day rather than go to the gym, it’s also detrimental to your health. The best way to ensure you continue to exercise through the winter months is to develop a routine. If you exercise after work, bring your gym clothes to work with you so you won’t have to go home and change and then be forced to go back outside in order to go the gym. If you must, work out during your lunch break when the skies are bright and the air a little warmer. Whatever your routine, choose it early in the season and stick to it. Once you’ve established the routine, it will be much easier to maintain. * Socialize. As technology advances, more and more workers have become telecommuters, forgoing the traditional office for the home office. While this can make life easier in a variety of ways, it can also leave you susceptible to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that can affect people during the winter months when staying in is more common. For telecommuters,
There are a number of factors that go into selecting a ski resort. One of the primary considerations is price. If price is of no concern, it’s easy to book a trip to one of the premier resorts in Colorado. However, if you’re a bit more budget-conscious, you may want to consider some slopes closer to home. A quick search on the Internet may yield a number of nearby spots that offer quality skiing. You may be able to save on airfare or overnight accommodations if you ski closer to home. Also, don’t overlook older properties. While they may not be the trendy spots, they may have just what you need in terms of an affordable trip. Depending upon your skill level, you’ll want a variety of slopes that will offer varying levels of expertise. If you will be traveling with children, find a resort that offers ski training or child care so that you can spend the afternoon on the slopes. A locale nestled in a resort town will provide other activities, such as dining or shopping opportunities, to keep you busy when you’re not on the slopes.
When to travel If you want to save some money, don’t book your trip during peak vacation times. For example, lodging may be twice as expensive on popular holidays such as Christmas, New Year’s or President’s Day. There may also be deeper discounts if you book during the week as opposed to a weekend trip. If you will be flying to your destination, make sure you book a month or two in advance so you can shop around the best rates -- unless you are able to who may only leave their house for the office once a week (if at all), it’s important to maintain a social life during the winter months to avoid developing any feelings of isolation. Maintain a level of activity in your community, and be sure to get together with friends or family at least once per week.
hop on a flight at a moment’s notice if you see an advertisement for a flight deal. Find out if you can book lift tickets or equipment rentals in advance at a discount. Thanks to luggage restrictions with many airlines, it may be more costeffective to rent skis or snowboards at the resort rather than pay to bring along your own equipment.
Shop around It pays to do your research when booking your trip. An experienced travel agent will be able to help you book a ski vacation and be familiar with certain properties. He or she may also have agreements with certain resorts, or receive discounted rates for clients. You can also do research online. Check out different resorts’ Web sites to get a feel for each property and see what they offer. It could be to your advantage to call a property directly and see if you can negotiate a good price on a trip. Staff may also be able to guide you to certain packages that will fit the type of vacation you’re seeking.
What to pack Believe it or not, packing for a ski vacation is similar to packing for a day at the beach. Bright, white snow reflects the sun quite well, putting you at risk for sun exposure. You’ll want to bring along sunscreen, lip balm and eye protection that will guard against UV rays. Here are some other items to include in your suitcase: * clothing and coverings with moisture wicking properties * two or more pairs of layered gloves * cushioned socks * ski goggles with UV protection * coat/parka with venting zippers to regulate body temperature * hat * fleece jacket or down vest * casual clothing for when you’re not on the slopes * swimsuit (for soaking in the hot tub later) * boots * portable boot/glove dryer
* Continue to eat right. Just because you’ll be more bundled up thanks to cold weather doesn’t mean it’s safe to add a few extra pounds. While winter often increases cravings for heartier meals, a hearty meal can still be healthy. Rather than store-bought soups that are heavy in saturated fat, use fresh fruits and
vegetables to make your own hearty soups, stews and meals at home. The vitamins from fresh fruits and vegetables can strengthen the immune system, and a healthy wintertime diet will have you ready and raring to go once the warm spring air and sun return.
Stock Up Now on Cold and Flu Supplies Aches, pains, stuffy nose, watery eyes. A cold and the flu share so many of the same symptoms that it can be difficult to tell them apart. However, medical experts say that one of the key identifiers for flu is the sudden onset of a high fever. Proper diagnosis can make the difference in treating cold and flu and feeling relief faster, and getting an accurate and easy temperature reading is important. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu season in the United States usually ranges from November through March, and sometimes lasts into early spring. Colds crop up at roughly the same time and may overlap with allergy seasons in the spring and fall. A combination of chilly, dry air and more time spent indoors within close proximity to others already carrying the cold or flu virus are what makes the fall and winter prime times to catch a cold or flu bug. Tens of millions of adults and children succumb to flu every year in the United States alone. New antiviral drugs can help to limit symptoms and shorten the flu’s duration. However, because the drugs must be given early to be most effective, a correct diagnosis is critical. The Exergen TemporalScanner(TM) gently and accurately measures body temperature in just two seconds by capturing the naturally
emitted heat from skin with a gentle scan over the temporal artery, located on the forehead just below the skin, which is directly connected to the heart via the carotid artery. Over two dozen independent medical studies attest to its accuracy for people of all ages. Because using the Exergen TemporalScanner is less invasive than a tympanic (ear), rectal or oral thermometer, temperature can be taken while a person is asleep or even when a child is ill. “Research proves that this is one of the most accurate ways to test for fever in all ages and it is clearly the least invasive,” says Exergen Corporation President Francesco Pompei, Ph.D., who developed and patented the technology. “It makes taking a child’s temperature as easy as possible, and because of its patented arterial heat balance technology, it also provides a better way to take a temperature for adults and senior citizens.” The Exergen TemporalScanner is better for the environment, as it uses infrared sensor technology rather than the mercury found in traditional glass bulb thermometers. Also it doesn’t contribute to any extra waste, such as probe covers from tympanic thermometers, which are also less accurate at detecting temperature according to Harvard Medical School study. While an accurate and user-friendly ther-
mometer is essential to have on hand during the cold and flu season, it’s important to stock the home with some other useful supplies. The following products can make a sick child or adult feel more comfortable and get better faster. As always, contact your doctor for advice. * Fever reducer: Many doctors suggest a fever should generally be allowed to run its course, as it’s the body’s natural way of fighting foreign invaders, like bacteria and viruses. However, in the case of a very high fever and much discomfort, intermittent dosing with acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help. Never give a child or teenager aspirin. * Fluids: Fever can cause dehydration due to the higher body temperatures causing a greater fluid loss than at normal temperatures. Also, vomiting and diarrhea can greatly contribute to dehydration. Therefore ample fluids are needed to replenish the fluids lost such as drinking water and juice, and especially chicken soup (your mother was right). * Vapor rubs: It is no longer recommended to give many cold and flu products to children to alleviate congestion symptoms. Menthol vapor rubs can help open up air passages and ease coughing. A spoonful of honey for anyone over the age of one can also soothe the throat and calm coughs.
The sudden onset of a high fever is an indicator of flu, making accurate detection essential.
* Neti pot: This small device is used to clear out nasal passages with soothing warm water. Saline nasal sprays may also provide some relief. * Humidifier: Doctors recommend steamy showers for helping to reduce congestion. Running a room humidifier can also combat dry air indoors and make breathing easier. Cold and flu season is seldom fun, but with a few supplies and early diagnosis, individuals can be made more comfortable. For more information on the Exergen TemporalScanner, visit www.exergen.com.
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Recipes Fudge-Bottom Candy Crunch Pie
Sweet & White Potato Spears From kraftfoods.com
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Ingredients
Ingredients 2 cups cold milk 2 pkg. (3.9 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding 3 squares BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, divided 1 OREO Pie Crust 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided 2 milk chocolate English toffee candy bars (1.4 oz. each), chopped, divided Directions 1. BEAT milk and pudding mixes with whisk 2 min. Microwave 2 chocolate squares on
1-1/2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3), cut into spears 1-1/2 lb. baking potatoes (about 3), cut into spears ½ cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing ¼ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley HIGH 1 min. or until melted when stirred. Stir in 1-cup pudding; pour into crust. 2. ADD half the COOL WHIP and all but 3 Tbsp. candy to remaining pudding. Spoon over layer in crust. 3. TOP with remaining COOL WHIP and candy. Melt remaining chocolate square; drizzle over pie. Refrigerate 1 hour.
Directions 1. HEAT oven to 375°F. Toss potatoes with
dressing. 2. PLACE on lightly greased baking sheet or 15x10x1-inch baking pan. 3. BAKE 30 min. Turn potatoes. Bake an additional 30 min., sprinkling with cheese during the last 5 min. Sprinkle with parsley.
Basil & Tomato Feta Bruschetta From kraftfoods.com Ingredients
Strawberry Cheesecake Squares
1 loaf (1 lb.) French bread, cut into 36 slices 2 Tbsp. oil 1 lb. plum tomatoes, chopped (about 2-1/2 cups) 1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Crumbled Feta Cheese with Basil & Tomato, finely chopped ½ cup finely chopped red onions 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 Tbsp. chopped pitted ripe olives ¼ tsp. pepper
From kraftfoods.com Ingredients 30 NILLA Wafers, finely crushed (about 1 cup) 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 2 Tbsp. sugar 1/3 cup strawberry jam 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened 1/3-cup sugar 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed 8 strawberries, halved Directions 1. MIX wafer crumbs, butter and 2 Tbsp. sugar in small bowl with fork. Press firmly onto
bottom of foil-lined 8-inch square pan. Carefully spread jam over crust. 2. BEAT cream cheese and 1/3 cup sugar in large bowl with wire whisk or electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping; spoon over crust. 3. REFRIGERATE 3 hours or until set. Cut into 16 squares. Top each square with strawberry half. Store leftover dessert in refrigerator.
Directions 1. PREHEAT broiler. Place bread on baking sheet. Broil 2 to 3 min. on each side or until lightly toasted on both sides. Brush 1 side of each toast slice with 1 Tbsp. oil.
2. MEANWHILE, mix tomatoes, 1 Tbsp. remaining oil, the cheese, onions, parsley, olives and pepper. 3. SPOON about 2 tsp. of the tomato mixture onto each toast slice just before serving.
Easy Herb Frittata From kraftfoods.com Ingredients
Rustic Chocolate-Cinnamon Bread Pudding
8 eggs 2 Tbsp. water 12 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Shaved Smoked Ham, chopped 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro, divided
From kraftfoods.com Ingredients ½ cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese ½ cup packed brown sugar 2 large egg whites ½ tsp. ground cinnamon 1-3/4 cups fat-free milk 6 cups cubed whole wheat bread (6 to 8 slices) 2 squares BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, coarsely chopped Directions 1. HEAT oven to 350°F. Beat cream cheese
Directions and sugar in large bowl with mixer until well blended. Add egg whites and cinnamon; mix well. Gradually add milk, mixing well after each addition. 2. PLACE bread in 8-inch square baking dish; top with chocolate and cream cheese mixture. 3. BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until set in center. Cool slightly. Refrigerate leftovers.
1. HEAT oven to 350°F. Beat eggs and water with whisk in medium bowl until blended. Stir in ham, 1/2-cup cheese and 2 Tbsp. cilantro. 2. POUR into greased 9-inch pie plate; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
3. BAKE 30 min. or until frittata is puffed and golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.
Cheesy Appetizer Loaf From kraftfoods.com Ingredients 1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Natural Italian* Cheese Crumbles 3 Tbsp. KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise 2 Tbsp. chopped Spanish olives 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1 loaf French bread (24 inch), cut lengthwise in half paprika
2. SPREAD onto cut sides of bread; sprinkle lightly with paprika.
Directions 3. BROIL, 6 inches from heat, 1 min. or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.
1. HEAT broiler. Mix first 4 ingredients.
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Thursday, January 1, 2009
LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS New service to begin Monday
Storytime will be bilingual
Starting Monday, library customers can receive an email reminder that their library items are coming due. The email will be sent five days prior to their due date. In order to take advantage of this new service, customers need to give the library their email address.
Children and their families can attend a Spanish/English evening storytime on Jan. 7 at Lexington Park Library. Charlotte Hall will have a regular evening storytime on Jan. 8. Both programs start at 6:30 p.m. Daytime storytimes will resume the week of Jan. 12 at all three branches.
TAG sponsoring teen movie Learn how to pay those college expenses matinees Tim Wolfe, Director of Financial A free movie matinee for teens is being offered on this Friday at 2 p.m. at Lexington Park library and at Leonardtown library on Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m. PG-13 movies will be shown. Teens can check the library’s website or contact the library for the title. Registration is not required. The library’s TAG (Teen Advisory Group) is sponsoring these matinees. Teens are invited to participate in the TAG to help plan teen programs and have fun with other teens. The next meetings will be Jan. 6 at 5 p.m. at Lexington Park library, on Jan. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at Leonardtown and on Jan. 12 at 5 p.m. at Charlotte Hall.
National Glaucoma Awareness Month According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF), glaucoma can result in blindness if left untreated. What’s more, of those who do receive proper treatment, 10 percent still experience loss of vision. Because there is no cure for glaucoma, any vision lost cannot be regained. That’s disconcerting when considering that, according to Prevent Blindness America, nearly half of the 4 million people in the U.S. who have glaucoma are not aware they have it. And while it’s common to assume glaucoma only effects the elderly, it’s not impossible for babies to be born with glaucoma. Approximately one out of every 10,000 babies born in the United States is born with glaucoma. African Americans are especially susceptible to glaucoma, as glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African Americans. African Americans ages 45 to 65 are 14 to 17 times more likely to go blind from glaucoma than Caucasians with glaucoma in the same age group.
Aid at St. Mary’s College, along with the high school career counselor, will discuss the options that are available to help pay for college expenses. The FAFSA form will be discussed. Leonardtown will host the free program on Jan. 14, Lexington Park on Jan. 21, and Charlotte Hall Feb. 4. All three programs begin at 7 p.m. No registration is required. SoMd CAN (College Access Network) will assist high school seniors and their parents in completing the FAFSA application on College Goal Sunday, Jan. 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Lexington Park library. Registration is highly recommended. Contact somdcan@comcast. net to register a time slot. Participants
are asked to bring their estimated 2008 tax forms for accuracy.
Friends of the Library hosting annual brunch The public is invited to the Friends of the Library (FOL) annual brunch. It will be held on Jan. 17 at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Valley Lee and will begin with a breakfast buffet at 11 a.m. Guest speaker Regina Faden, the Executive Director of Historic St. Mary’s City, will discuss Mark Twain and the Huckleberry Finn controversy. Reservations are due by Jan. 14. Call 301-769-4633 for more information. Anyone interested in supporting the library can join FOL. Membership applications are available online or at any branch. Members are reminded it is time to renew their membership.
Libraries collecting food for Food Bank The libraries will continue to collect food for the Southern Maryland Food Bank through February. Residents are asked to drop non-perishable food items in the food drive boxes at any branch.
New Year’s Craft for Kids
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Calendar of Events Open Skate Night St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks would like to inform the public that beginning Saturday, January 3 through March 28, 2009 Open Skate Night at Leonard Hall Recreation Center will open to the public. Ages: All ages Days: Saturdays, January 3, 2009 – March 28, 2009 Time 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Fee: $3 per person. Skates available for rental at $2.50 per person, or bring your own Please call (301) 475-4200 extension 1800 or 1801 for more information or visit the Department’s website at http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/recreate/facilities/leonardhall.asp
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Father Andrew White School’s Home and School Association is sponsoring a community all-you-can-eat breakfast. January 4, 2009 at 8:30 a.m. thru 12:30 p.m at Father Andrew White School, Leonardtown. The menu is: Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Biscuits, Sausage Gravy, Pancakes, Fried Potatoes, Danish, Coffee, Tea, Cocoa, Juice, Milk Cost is: Ages 13 - up: $7 Ages 8 - 12: $5 Ages 5 - 7: $3 Ages under 5: FREE
All You Can Eat Breakfast The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring an All You Can Eat Breakfast on Sunday, January 11, 2009, from 7:30 until 10:30 a.m. at the Rescue Squad building on Route 235 in Hollywood. The menu will be: Sausage Gravy and Biscuits, Sausage Links, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Fired Potatoes, Pancakes, French Toast Sticks, Escalloped Apples, assorted juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The cost will be adults: $8.00; children Ages 5-12 years $4.00 and children under age 5 are free. To accompany store-bought items, children can make their own crafty noisemakers to ring in the new year.
New Year’s Eve offers a chance for children to stay up late and join in the festivities as they wait to usher in the new year. But many of the activities of the night are geared toward adults and not the younger set. To help kids participate in the action in a family-friendly way, a noisemaker craft project is a fun idea to get in the spirit. Then children can use their noisemakers to wake up the neighborhood when the clock strikes 12.
Supplies: • two foam or heavy cardboard disposable plates • paints, crayons or markers
• dried beans or plastic beads • ribbon, stickers or other embellishments • stapler or fast-acting glue
How To 1. Have children color in and design their New Year’s Eve noisemaker plates. 2. Put one plate on a table and pour some beads or beans onto it. 3. Take the other plate and place it on top so that the beads are nestled in the pocket that forms between the two plates. 4. Seal the plates together with staples or glue. Encourage kids to shake the noisemakers when the New Year countdown begins.
Come to Greenwell for a ‘Winter Sunday in the Park’ The Greenwell Foundation will host a Winter Sunday in the Park on Sunday, Jan. 11 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at historic Rosedale Manor at Greenwell State Park in Hollywood, Maryland. Enjoy the winter views of the Patuxent, sip apple cider, tour the manor house, and get a sneak peak at plans for the upcoming River Riders Kayak season and the 2009 sessions of Camp Greenwell. “Sundays in the Park” is a Greenwell program that takes place on the second Sunday of every month. During Sundays in the Park, community members are invited to tour the historic Rosedale Manor House and learn about all the programs, activities, and site rental opportunities at Greenwell. For more information, please call 301-373-9775 or visit www.greenwellfoundation.org
Members Needed Two businesses cited for illegal alcohol sales On Dec. 21, 2008 between the hours of 10a.m. and 6p.m., Senior Deputies First Class Emory Johnson and Andrew Holton of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office along with a 19 year old confidential informant conducted an under age controlled buy for alcohol at 24 establishments. Twenty-two of the 24 establishments visited passed the check and did not sell alcohol to the under age informant. Two of the establishments visited failed the check and sold an alcoholic beverage to a person known to be under 21 years old. The establishments which passed the check and did not sell to the under age informant were: Russell’s Store, WJ Dent and Sons, Piney Point Market, Abell’s Store, Bob’s Sunoco, Beacon Liquors, Brass Rail, Friendly Bar, St. Mary’s Fine Wine and Spirits, Stop N Shop, International Beverage, Prices Quality Liquors, County Liquor, Canopy Li-
quors, Cooks Liquors in Park Hall, St. Inigoes Mini Mart, Raleys Town and Country Market, Courtney’s Restaraunt, Buzzy’s Country Store, Country Store in Medley’s Neck, Center Liquors and Market Place Fine Wine and Spirits. The establishments which failed the check were: Discount Liquors in Lexington Park and Buffalo Wings and Beer in Leonardtown.
fied himself and conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle. The search resulted in locating a metal smoking device containing suspected marijuana and three partially burnt marijuana cigarettes. Both Derrow and Milburn were arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, marijuana, and possession of controlled dangerous substance paraphernalia.
Deputies make drug arrests
On December 24, 2008 at approximately 2:35 a.m. Deputy Scott Ruest was conducting a premise check of Millison Plaza in Lexington Park, when he observed a suspicious vehicle parked to the rear of the businesses which were closed. The vehicle was occupied and running. Ruest investigated and discovered Brice Anthony Doering, 18, of California seated in the vehicle. Ruest could smell a strong odor of burnt marijuana and subsequently executed a probable cause search of the vehicle, which revealed a metal and wood pipe containing suspected marijuana as well as an Advil container containing suspected marijuana.
On December 23, 2008 Deputy W. Watters responded to the Pegg Road Shell Station in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of a controlled dangerous substance violation. Undercover detective M. Labonowski observed two individuals, who were seated in a vehicle, allegedly roll a handmade marijuana cigarette. The individuals were identified as John Christopher Derrow, 33, of no fixed address and Joseph Manning Milburn, Jr., 31, of Lexington Park. Watters approached Derrow and Milburn, identi-
Doering was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, marijuana, and possession of controlled dangerous substance paraphernalia.
We need members!! The regular monthly meeting of the Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary will be held on Wednesday, January 14th 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Resuce Squad building on Route 235 in Hollywood. Anyone wishing to become a member of the Auxiliary is encouraged to attend. For more information, call 240-298-7956.
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What is this dog wearing? Is it a mop? Well, it may look like a mop, but this dude’s coat is for real and it’s not fur. This is the Hungarian Komondor sheepdog, and it sports one of the most unusual coats in all of dog-dom. It takes about two years for a pup’s undercoat and overcoat to fuse to make its mop-like cords (sometimes called dreadlocks). As the dog matures, in about three more years, the white cords grow to almost a foot long and drape over the dog’s body so that you can hardly see its face. Komondors are large and muscular and can weigh up to 80 pounds when fully grown. These unique creatures blend in easily with the sheep they guard. No combing-outs required for these guys, but their owners have to be diligent in working the cords to keep them separated. It’s easy to see why Komondors are not recommended as a pet for most families. Look closely at this big ball of fluff. Is it a gigantic wooly hat? Or do you think it’s a very large pussy cat? Maybe some trick photography? No, wait! Isn’t that a little nose peeking out from under all that white fluff? It’s an Angora rabbit, of course! These adorable animals are calm and docile and mainly bred for their beautiful soft and silky wool, which must be removed with care by combing, shearing, or plucking. Grooming needs to be done just about every day to avoid matted wool, not to mention tons of hairballs. Angora rabbits are one of the oldest breeds of domestic rabbits. They originated in Ankara, Turkey, and were prized as pets among French royalty in the mid 1700s. Angoras made their first appearance in the United States in the early 1900s. Today, there are various breeds among these beautiful creatures. Holy moley! Look at those humongous claws. And what is that scary star-like thing in the middle? It’s the star-nosed mole. This weirdo’s nose is hairless and surrounded by a strange-looking “star” of 22 pink, fleshy tentacles. Its brownish-black body is cylindrical in shape and topped off with hefty forelimbs, wide feet, and those threatening claws. Those claws come in handy for digging their underground tunnels and shoving excess soil upward (you call them “mole hills”). And about those tentacles: They help the mole to feel its surroundings since their eyesight is poor. In just a few seconds, the constantly-in-motion tentacles can touch around 12 objects, such as worms, insects, pebbles, and other underground stuff. Like most moles, these guys are small, about seven to eight inches long and weigh up to three ounces. Females give birth to a litter of about five “starlets.” Their eyes and ears are closed and the tentacles of the star are folded back, but in two weeks all become functional. Star-nosed moles are native to eastern North America and hang out in moist soil around swamps, lakes, rivers, and streams. Comments to kikusan2@verizon.net.
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Large 2 bedroom/1 bath. Has huge kitchen, seperate laundry room, living room with gas stove, huge family room with woodstove and space for office, floored attic for extra storage, and 2 sheds. Hardwood floors. Recently remodeled. 2 Decks with waterview for your BBQ’s this summer. Neighborhood has free public boat ramp and restaurants. Pets nego. Can be furnished. Window units included. Price: $1200.
1 unfurnished bedroom in basement of house in the White Sands. Short walking distance to Vera’s Restaurant and 20 min drive to NAS PAX. Share basement common area & bathroom with other tenant. Household is quiet & clean & professional. Wireless internet, cable, washer & dryer & some storage area available. $500.00 a month+$500 deposit. Please email at candwolfe@yahoo.com or 301-915-5643.
Spring Valley Apartments 46533 Valley Court 301-863-2239 (p) 301-863-6905 (f) springvalley@hrehllc.com
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Two bedrooms available 805-1103 Sq. ft. $938-$992
Airy, bright TH within 2 miles of PAX. Includes large master bedroom with deck off the back, walk-in closet, fenced backyard, large attic with shelving for storage. Updated refrigerator, oven, HVAC, and flooring in kitchen and bathrooms. If interested, please contact Tara for more information 240-925-8324. Price: $197,000.
Gorgeous & Custom 5BR/4BA home in Desirable Leonardtown on a quiet street, end lot with large fenced in private backyard, Formal DR, Family Room w/built in white entertainment center w/Fireplace below, Gourmet Kitchen featuring granite countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, Under the Cabinet Lighting, Breakfast Area, Main Level Luxury Master Bedroom and Bath, 2 bedrooms including Master on main level and 3 on second level, Hardwood, Crown Molding, Nickel Hardware/Light Fixtures, Cathedral Ceiling, Concrete Driveway, Rear Trex Deck, 2 Car Garage, Vinyl Fencing, Custom built Shed, Upgrades galore. Never any pets or smoking in home. 2-10 Home Warranty. If interested, please call 301-481-6429 to schedule your private viewing of this property. Price: $529,900.
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Cute Rambler on LEVEL lot located in the Chesapeake Ranch Estates. Home has Pergo Floors in the living room/kitchen/hallway, carpet in the 3 bedrooms, Cathedral Ceilings, Wood Burning Fireplace, skylight in the oversized bathroom, side deck with built in seating, storage shed in back yard, partial fenced yard, PRIVACY tree’s and oversized parking area. If interested please contact Christy to set up a time to come view the home. 410-326-3580 or 443-404-7373. Offering 3% commission to buying agent! Price: $185,000. Beautiful waterfront building lot in Hollywood! Level one acre waterfront lot on Hickory Landing Creek off of Patuxent with mature hardwoods, herons, egrets, ducks and osprey. Secluded living on a quiet culdesac in the established family-friendly Scotch Point neighborhood, including a community pier with boat slips on Mill Creek within walking distance. Conveniently located just one mile down Clarke’s Landing Road. Turn right onto Scotch Point Road, then right on Windy Court. Close to Wildewood shopping and Pax River NAS. Hollywood Elementary, Esperanza Middle and Leonardtown High School district. You won’t find a better building opportunity on the water for this price in Southern Maryland. Recorded perc with approved building site plan. No waiting. Move into your dream home this spring! Building is now very affordable and interest rates are still low. Pictures available. Great value. Price cut from $239 to $199k. If interested, and for any further information, please call Bob Myers at (301) 904-4398.
4 Bedroom Waterfront house for sale by owner just minutes from Solomons. Private Pier on protected creek. Large back yard and deck. 4 Bedrooms, 3 full baths. Recently renovated to add new second story and completely restore first level. If interested, please call or email - 301-4818303, april_matzen@ emainc.com for more information. Price: $499k. 5 acre wood lot - perked with right of ways. Contact Gary @ 443-5341906 for more information. Price: $150,000. Very nice 3 bed 1.5 bath town house for sale in Columbia Commons. This is an end unit up on the left as you turn on to Columbus Drive. Washer Dryer, recent upgrades. Owner is highly motivated and is going to pay all closing costs to help turn this property. Price is $140,000. Call 301-4810751 if interested and for more information. 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse in desirable Laurel Glen neighborhood. New w/w carpet, all new paint, refrig., stove, dishwasher, disposal, w/ d, security sys., storage, yard, off-street parking. Great starter home. Close to Pax, shopping, restaurants. For appt. please call 301-863-9547 or 301-9047924. Price: $190,000.
Call For Current Specials! Single Family Home on 1 Acre. Fresh Paint, New Carpet and Remodeled Bath. Less than 1/4 Mile from Calvert Cliffs Power Plant. You could ride your bike to work. New HVAC and Well. Great Schools. No Section 8. Price: $1200. If interested, please call 410-610-1778.
Beautiful, furnished, onebedroom apartment located in Solomons. Immaculate condition. Cable w/ 46” LCD TV, broadband internet access, cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace. Water view. Rent includes all utilities. Price: $1400. If interested, please call 410-231-2031.
Wildewood Duplex. 3 BDR on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Hickory Nut community. 15 min from Pax River. Less than 1 mile from shopping, parks, trails and more! ½ 1 acre property. Vaulted ceilings in the Living room, over the garage storage. Cozy central heating & air conditioning. 1 car garage. Patio for entertaining & cook outs. Price: $1550. If interested, please call 240-925-9395.
2 Bedroom Full Basement Apartment For Rent. Master bedroom is 12x20 without a window, 2nd bedroom is 12x14 with window-both have very large closets. 1 bathroom with shower, large livingroom, small kitchen with all necisities (glass stove top, built in cabinet oven, refrigerator and kitchen sink), patio area, private entrance and parking. Perfer quiet professional, nonsmoker, but all calls welcome, no section 8. $900 monthly includes utilities. Security deposit is negotiable. Pets are on a case by case basis. Please call 301-904-1872.
2 story waterfront cottage, 2 bedrooms, 1 Baths, Kitchen, living room, office. This home is located mins. From Pax River. Please call Kim Guy @ (301)475-6752 to preview. Price: $800. A lovely house on water is located 10 minutes from NAS Pax River Base and a few minutes from Solomons Island. Two-story Cape Cod with 3BR and 2BA is on the Patuxent River in a prime location in California and is in an excellent school district. Please drive by the house and see the beatiful setting and safe and quaint waterfront community with your own eyes. The water view is breathtaking! Screened porch and deck run the length of the front of the house with access from a master bedroom. All rooms, including the kitchen, provide a beautiful waterview. Two upstairs bedrooms are furnished with huge walk-in closets and big storage spaces, easily accessed from the closets. This house also has a shed, a paved parking space, ceiling fans in all rooms, a fireplace and more...Enjoy the 4th of July fireworks and Blue Angels flying by the home in May! The rent is $1350 with utilities. If interested, please call at 301-481-8551.
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Partially furnished in-law apt. Sunny and Beautiful!! Living room with gas fireplace. Very clean. Lots of space. Water, electric, trash, heat, cable included. No kids, no pets, no smoking. Phone inquiries only @ 301934-2965. Price: $750. Large two bedroom apartment, end unit, quiet private location, parking at door, large eat-in-size kitchen, 2 miles from southgate of base, STS avail., 2 miles to St. Mary’s College, owner will finance 1/2 of deposit, move in today. Price: $750. If interested, please call 301-862-2609 for more information. Two bedroom, one bath, washer/dryer. Apartment is located in a quiet, safe neighborhood and has it own separate entrance (it’s in the lower part of a home. Upstairs tenant is a quiet single man with no pets). All utilities included in the price. Small well behaved pet is negotiable. Ready early to mid Jan. If interested, please e-mail terrievans47@yahoo.com or call 301-9042198 with any questions. Price: $900.
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Public Safety Corporation, a software development company located in Waldorf, MD is seeking a motivated individual to join our team. Duties will include answering multiline phone, filing, data entry, mailings, etc. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, must have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, computer skills to include MS Word, MS Excel and typing, 1-2 years of customer service work experience and work well in a busy atmosphere. Applicant must have high school diploma or equivalent. Work days are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Applicant must be able to work up to two weeks of evening work per month, from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please email resumes to mallen@publicsafetycorp.com or fax to (301) 638-9319.
Real Estate office in Waldorf, MD is looking for an energetic, detail oriented, team player for an entry level receptionist/data entry position. We need a person willing to jump in where help is needed. Candidate must have a pleasant personality, be a self starter, the ability to meet deadlines and have experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and 10-key. We would like the candidate to start work 01/05/09. If interested, please send your resume to Christ ie @g u ld i r e a le s t a t e. com.
Seeking mature, personable self-starter EXPERIENCED in front desk, appointment scheduling, check-out, marketing and inventory management. Responsible for interacting with clients. Individual must have a work history of front desk, excellent social skills and computer proficiency are all REQUIRED. Individuals without required skills will not be considered. Email resumes to: business.calvert@comcast.net. Full time receptionist needed for Dermatology office in St. Mary’s County. Must be mature, people-person, friendly, hard-working and dependable. Those with prior medical experience (with insurances) will be given priority. Email resumes to verghese6@ gmail.com in WORD format only! Thank you! Growing in-home personal care agency searching for men and women to assist elderly and shutins in their homes. Various shifts are available. Responsibilities include light housekeeping, cooking, bathing and personal care assistance and transportation. Applicant must pass a criminal background search and must have valid MD driver’s license. If interested please call 410-535-5844. Currently recruiting Medical Receptionists for Southern Maryland and Washington, DC offices. Must be a self-starting team player, able to work independently and with minimal supervision. All positions are fulltime Monday through Friday. One year minimum medical experience required. Credit check, criminal background check and drug screening required. Fax resume with salary requirements and location preference to 205-994-7043. We are seeking a dependable, self-motivated office manager to join our dynamic lexington park dental team. Previous office management experience is required, preferably in the dental field. Full-time position. If interested, please fax resume to 301-863-5069.
Jahn Corporation, a Government contractor with excellent benefits is accepting resumes for the following position: Administrative Assistant – High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 years experience. Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with DoD Security Policies and Procedures a plus. Secret clearance or higher. Full & Part time needed. Flight Scheduler – Must have previous experience scheduling, coordinating and facilitating flight test operations. 2 yrs experience preferred. Secret clearance or higher. Send Resume to: Jahn Corporation, P.O. Box 1151, Lexington Park, MD 20653, Fax: 301-862-2949 or e-mail: mjahn@jahncorp.com. Jahn Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. New Full Service Salon and Spa now open in Callaway MD. Now hiring licensed hair stylists and nail technicians. Competitive commission based salary and posibility for 401K and health insurance. Sliding commission based salary, retail commission and retail bonuses. Spa discount for employees and no back bar charges. Also looking for another senior cosmetologist and assistant manager. Please call 240-434-9834 (c). Serious inquiries only. Aviation Systems Engineering Company Inc. is currently looking to fill a Project Analyst position. Candidate experience level should include a background as a Navy P-3C AIP Avionics Technician or In-flight Technician familiar with P-3C AIP mission systems, armament/ordnance, and avionics. Work includes directly interfacing with engineering/ logistics team members and developing and incorporating avionics change updates to Maintenance and Crew Station Technical Publications. Candidate will also utilize the AIP Test Lab for verification and validation of new technical procedures and software prior to Fleet release. Experience with Quicksilver (Interleaf) software a strong plus. Clearances: Candidate must be a U. S. Citizen and able to be cleared to a minimum of a SECRET level. ASEC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Our working atmosphere is casual, our salaries competitive and benefits package complete. E-mail your resume to Human Resources HR@asec-incorporated.com.
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
VEHICLES 1992 Jeep Cherokee Limited Sport Utility. Green, 4ltr, 4WD, Leather, Automatic. KBB value $1475-2200; priced to sell at $1475. If interested, please call 240-538-4631. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. Must sell. Call 443-4962429. Price: $1,800. F150 SUPERCAB 4x2 8’ BED’. Light use only. Has remainder of 7 year 75000 mile warranty. Towing package and overload capacity. CD player. Has UndercoatcOrVeTTes WanTed! Any year, any condition. Cash buyer. 1-800-369-6148. ing and spray in bed liner. Excellent condition One door ding. Just don’t need 3 trucks anymore. Call Bob if interested at 301247-9464. Price: $11,000 FIRM. 1970 Monte Carlo, 350 small block, bored out .060 over to 362 SBC, 425 HP(PLUS). Competition cam (Hydraulic), Competition Valves 2.020 intake, 1.600 Exhaust. Compression Ratio 9.7:1. Crane rockers, Edelbrock Thunder series Carb, Edelbrock Performer RPM Air-gap Hi-rise intake manifold, HEI distributor, electric fan, mechanical fuel pump. Hooker Super Comp headers, custom exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers. New gas tank and fuel lines. March Serpentine belt system. 12 bolt / 4:11 Posi rear end, new carrier bearing, new Axles. Turbo 400 automatic transmission (rebuilt), new torque converter/2200 stall. 3.5” fiberglass cowl hood (I still have the original hood unpainted). Body and paint good to excellent, interior good to excellent, needs new carpet and headliner. Ready for street or strip. $12,000 OBO. If interested, please call 301-645-2170 for more information. 1999 Pontiac Firebird Convertible. This car is in good condition. It has 3.8L V-6 and has been well kept. Have to sell it for it is too small for our family now. Any questions feel free to contact me. Only serious inquiries please. 240-4121463. Price: $5500. 1993 Chevrolet G20 Mark III High Top Conversion Van. Light Teal exterior and interor color. 186,000 miles. Small television included. Lots of new parts. 2,000.00 OBO. Please contact Guy 240.298.9737 and leave a message. 1995 Cadillac Sedan Deville, 153K miles, runs good, 22+ MPG, $2500, call Paul at 301-904-8861 for more information if interested.
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2006 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra-Glide Classic, garage kept, adjustable driver back rest, adjustable highway pegs, AM/FM CD player with weather band, security system, Excellent condition. Call Mark at 301481-7964. Price: 15,900.
Christian Childcare Home - Immediate Openings. n the Arms of Safety Licensed Family Daycare Home. With Immediate openings for age infant – 6yrs. Located in Great Mills, Maryland. Hours of operation: 6:00am - 5:00pm. Breakfast, Lunch and snacks provided along with many age appropriate activities. Christian Environment, non-smoking and pet free home. Please contact Subrena Blackiston via telephone for more information (301) 863-6560.
2007 Harley Davidson Screamin Eagle Dyna. mmaculate condition, one owner, 110 cu in with 6-speed transmission, Vance & Hines Big Radius pipes, Willie G. skull mirrors, billet horn cover, hydraulic clutch, alarm, custom cover, Cobalt Blue & Silver. Price: $22,900. If interested, please call 410-231-2031 for more information. 2007 Kawasaki NINJA ZX-6R Green Kawasaki ZX6R with 394X miles. The title is clean and clear for this bike. This is an absolutely amazing bike. I am only selling because I am no longer able to ride. The bike has been well maintained. The bike has been broken in as per the owner’s manual. It has always been kept in my shed. Bike had its oil changed at 600mi, 1,000mi and every 1,000 mi after. The bike has never been laid down or even seen rain. The bike is in excellent condition. Please feel free to contact me if there are any questions. 540-903-9748. Price: $6800. Like new 2003 Honda 250 Rebel, new battery and run’s great. Call Tom 301-472-4856. Price: $1400. 2000 Harley Davidson Super Glide recently serviced New Rear Tire 40,000 miles. Price: $6500. For more information, please call 301-4751659 if interested. 2003 Kawasaki kx65. R uns great, garage kept, ready to ride. If interested, please call Mike at 301-518-0157. Price: $900. 2004 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic. Paint job changes from white to blue. Rides excellent!!! Price: $14,500. If interested, please call 443-532-5199 for more information. 1971 Yamaha xs650. No title, Ran 6 month’s ago but needs new gaskets on fuel petcock valves. only thing mising is the side cover on the left side and a battery. Good shape for the year. Good restore for the winter or good christmas present. Call Dave at 240-434-1903 afer 4:00 weekday’s anytime weekend’s. BEST OFFER.
I am a licensed family childcare provider with over 7 years of experience, I have affordable rates and quality childcare services. Your child will be cared for in a smoke free, pet free, loving environment. I have immediate openings for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years of age. I have a preschool curriculum, and a before & after school program. My program includes Breakfast and Snacks. At this time I am also offering 1/2 off of registration fee and a New Years Special for all children enrolled and starting before January 31, 09. I also offer sibling discounts. My hours of operation are Monday Friday 6:00 am - 6:00 pm. For more information and to schedule an interview please call Mrs. Arrica at (301) 645- 9060. Phyllis’ Daycare located in Lexington Park , MD. I am a licensed daycare provider located in Lexington Park,MD. I currently have 2 openings to fill. My hours of operation , M-F,6:00a.m. to 5:30p. m. I am CPR and FirstAid certified, for more information, you call me at 301-737-3506.
General Merchandise Kenmore Fridge with ice maker excellent condition 2 years old ($350.00) GE stove with vent great condition ($150.00). Please call 410-326-3627. Highpoint Refrigerator in good condition with ice maker, and color almond. Asking $45.00, please call 202-997-3998. The refrigrator is located Great Mills, Md. Like new oversized LaZ-Boy recliner is in excellent condition, super comfortable and has attractive blue cloth material. From non-smoking home with no pets. Asking $375 or best offer. Please call (301) 872-4261 if interested.
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Unique New Year’s Resolutions With the end of each calendar year comes the resolve to make changes for the coming 12 months. How many of these resolutions are ones we’ve all heard before? Quit smoking, lose weight, eat healthier -- these are the common goals that surface again and again. Perhaps this year we should resolve to come up with more unique resolutions that put the emphasis on helping others in addition to helping ourselves.
Donation of Time or Money The good thing about helping others is that we usually end up helping ourselves in the process. So the resolution to give back to an individual or the community often proves mutually beneficial. Continue the feelings of generosity that may have sprung up during the holiday season throughout the rest of the year. Volunteer at a senior center, or become a mentor for disadvantaged children.
Find a charity to which you can really relate and regularly donate money to their cause.
Repair Broken Relationships We have all said and done things we regret later. Sometimes these involve bridging gaps between the people we love. This year, resolve to fix relationships that need a little work, or reconnect with a long-lost friend or relative.
Did You Know? While the notion of ringing in the new year has been around for quite some time, celebrating on the first of January is not nearly as old a tradition. In fact, March 1st was designated the beginning of the new year according to the early Roman calendar. In those days, the year consisted of just 10 months, a fact that is still evident today in the names of certain months. For example, the months of September through December, currently the ninth through twelfth months of the year, were originally positioned as the seventh through tenth months of the year. The name September is derived from the word “septem,” the Latin word for “seven.” The ensuing months of October (derived from “octo” for “eight”), November (“novem” for “nine”) and December (“decem” for “ten”) all trace their origins back to the early Roman calendar. Nowadays, of course, the new year is celebrated on the first of January, a month that did not even exist until 700 B.C., when the second king of Rome added the months of January and February to the calender. It wasn’t until 46 B.C. that January 1st was officially decreed the new year by Julius Caesar. That tradition would last more than half a millenium until 567, the period known as the Middle Ages. Deeming the new year celebrations pagan un-Christian, the Council of Tours abolished January 1st as the official start to the new year.
Spread Some Joy Why not do something just for the sake of bringing a smile to someone’s face? Mail a greeting card to one of your neighbors who may seem lonely. Find out if there is an elderly resident who could use some help grocery shopping, or just needs someone to sit with him or her for a few hours during the week. Think like a child and absorb all of the little joys you experience every day and often do not give any thought. Send a note to your child’s teacher saying how much you appreciate his or her dedication. Ask to see a supervisor at a store and compliment the job done by an employee, rather than complaining about something that’s wrong. These little measures can bring smiles to many people and don’t require much effort at all.
Resolve to Have No More Resolutions If you look at it one way, resolutions may seem like we’re given free reign to act poorly the rest of the year and then clean up our acts each January. Instead of coming
Sending a note to a friend or neighbor can brighten someone’s day.
up with ideas you only stick with for a month or two, make resolutions a part of your dai-
ly life and make any successful resolutions a part of that routine.
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Through Europe, the new year was then celebrated at various times, including December 25th, March 1st and March 25th. In 1582, the Georgian calendar restored January 1st as the start of the new year. However, the British Empire
and its American colonies did not adopt that calendar for another 170 years, and the British and their American colonists continued to celebrate the new year on March 1st until they officially adopted the Georgian calendar in 1752.
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