The Southern Calvert Gazette -- Feb. 04, 2010 by David Noss

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Your Paper... Your Thoughts Does the Thomas Johnson Bridge Meet the Needs of St. Mary’s and Calvert Counties? Karen Murphy, of Lusby works at Naval Air Station Patuxent River in St. Mary’s County, having to commute across the Thomas Johnson Bridge six days a week. “Traffic can be backed up so far in Calvert that you’re better off having breakfast in Solomons and waiting it out,” Murphy says. “If we ever needed to evacuate southern Calvert, the bridge definitely cannot meet the need - even if both lanes were made available for traffic, evacuation would not be fast enough,” she says. “Another span of the bridge is necessary. They need to put up physical barriers to force folks to merge onto Route 4 further north,” Murphy recommends, “so the bottleneck is not as close to Route 234.” Carla Provenzano says, “I’ve been coming down here since ’83. The bridge was wonderful back then but it doesn’t work for either county anymore. It only has two lanes to handle the amount of people brought by the base.” “We are over here a lot … We do a lot of shopping and dining out,” the Drayden resident said. “If there’s an accident, typically we’ll turn around and stay in St. Mary’s County. We’ll go to Lowes and then go back home.” “As it is right now, the growth of towns in both counties, going back and forth, it’s overgrown the capacity of the bridge,” said Kaz Olmeda, of St. Mary’s County, who keeps his boat in the Solomons area. “You can see the difference from three years ago until now, the traffic every time at rush hour on the bridge … and eventually is just going to be completely not adequate. There’s just no way around that one.”

Thursday, February-2010

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Anissa Swanzy, left, and Kelly Downs are co-owners of SKD Studios in Lusby Commons along with Heather Kerig [not pictured]. SEE PAGE 4

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Thursday, February-2010

LOCAL NEWS The women behind the new SKD Studios in Lusby Commons Shopping Center wanted their interior design studio to be more of an all-inclusive destination for interior design, rather than the run-of the-mill kitchen and bath showroom. “We wanted the boutique feel, something more personal for people to come into,” said Kelly Downs. “We’re all about customer service, we’re passionate about what we do.” Downs adds the “D” to SKD Studios, also with co-owners Anissa Swanzy and Heather Kerig. “We didn’t want the typical kitchen and bath showroom, we wanted it to have more of a design feel,” said Swanzy, of Lusby. “It’s our first studio venture, but we’ve both been in the business for a while,” Swanzy told The Southern Calvert Gazette. “We do kitchens, baths and interior design. We can do renovations, remodelings, custom cabinetry … we can pretty much do anything.” “Right now we’re working on a lot of the remodels that are going on,” she added. “With the economy, a lot of our clientele seems to be remodels.” SKD Studios opened in early January

New Design Studio Launches in Lusby Commons

next to the Starbucks in Lusby, and “hit the ground running” with referral-based business. The owners plan to hold a grand opening event when the spring weather returns, at which time they will have a larger selection of accessories and retail items at the studio. They chose Lusby Commons Shopping Center because of the look and feel of the shopping center, Downs and Swanzy said. “The other thing is we both worked at places that were kind of destination spots, where there was nothing else around, and we wanted something where we could get walk in traffic,” Swanzy said. “We kind of want to be know as: you need a gift, you need a vanity, you need help with paint, you need a great lamp, come to us.” SDK offers products ranging from fully custom designs down to a builder’s grade line of products that are more “cost effective.” “We just look expensive, but we’re on par with prices at the big box stores,” Swanzy said. “And I think that’s a big misnomer, that people can go to Lowes or Home Depot and have your kitchen designed at a great deal, and you’re actually not.” By Sean Rice info@ somdpublishing.net

Photo By Sean Rice Anissa Swanzy, left, and Kelly Downs are co-owners of SKD Studios in Lusby Commons along with Heather Kerig [not pictured].

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Thursday, February-2010

LOCAL NEWS

Dominion Pays State $175,000 for Alleged Pollution

Dominion Cove Point paid a $175,000 fine to the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) for alleged violations of laws regarding the protection of waterways from pollution. On Dec. 28, 2009, MDE finalized a Complaint and Administrative Consent Order with Dominion Cove Point, LNG, LP and Sheehan Pipeline Construction Company to resolve alleged violations, which include: • discharge of sediment pollution to St. Leonard’s Creek and associated wetlands; • discharge of sediment pollution into the Patuxent River; • violations of wetland regulations for causing unauthorized impacts to Ketts Pond, Hunting Creek, and St. Leonard’s Creek; • failure to comply with the erosion and sediment control plan requirements at the Cedar Point Lane site; and • unauthorized discharges, including drilling returns, to Jordan and Zakiah swamps. The alleged violations occurred between March 2007 and December 2008 in connection with the in-

stallation of a 36-inch pipeline in Calvert, Charles, and Prince George’s Counties. Dominion paid MDE a penalty of $175,000 on Dec. 29, 2008, and will perform remedial work at Ketts Pond by June 28, 2010, MDE said in a press release. State Law requires a State Discharge Permit before constructing, installing, modifying, extending, altering, or operating any outlet or establishment that may discharge pollutants to waters of the State, including surface waters, groundwaters and wetlands. Discharge permits typically require self-monitoring and reporting, as well as operational restrictions, and effluent limitations for discharges from the site to prevent violations of water quality standards in the receiving waters and adverse impact to aquatic resources and public health, MDE states. “[Our] top priority is to protect public health,” said MDE Secretary Shari T. Wilson. “A consistent baseline of enforcement actions, which we are publicizing widely, not only helps prevent further risks to public health but also deters future violations.” By Sean Rice info@somdpublishing.net

New Oyster Laws Could Have Major Impact More than 150 people stopped by the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department on Jan. 26 for an eighthour Maryland Department of Natural Resources open house on the newly proposed Oyster Restoration and Aquaculture Development Plan. The plan, announced by Gov. Martin O’Malley in December, is designed to enhance oyster restoration and encourage the development of an aquaculture industry, DNR officials say. The open house included a team of state fisheries experts and a 60-poster display that explained the elements of the plan. DNR staff fielded questions and comments from residents that attended. Some of the major aspects of the plan include: expanding the current oyster sanctuary area in the Chesapeake Bay and tributaries from 9 percent of the remaining quality habitat to 24 percent; Increase areas open to leasing for oyster aquaculture and streamline the permitting process; and increasing enforcement of poaching laws. “I’m here with a friend of mine who’s been oystering all his life … they need to do something to get the oyster population back up,” said Patrick Dominiak. Dominiak has lived in St. Inigoes since 1960 and has seen the county develop from a rural community to what it is today with 1,000s of homes and hundreds of businesses. “I think a lot of [the problems for oysters] is Photo By Sean Rice Thomas O’Connell, director of fisheries for Maryland Department of Natural Resources, explains aspects of the plan to expand sanctuary areas off-limits to oyster harvesting to waterman Bill Feldman.

Group’s Goal is Protecting Water Supply from Pharmaceuticals A local group led by the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA) has launched a new program offering solutions for the proper disposal of medications and controlled dangerous substances. The effort is a response to a rise in prescription medication abuse and news reports about the presence of pharmaceuticals in water supplies. The proper disposal of unused medications can combat both problems by removing drugs from circulation and offering a safe alternative to simply flushing them down the drain. With assistance from the U.S. Postal Service, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has set-up a “24/7” pharmaceuticals drop box at its headquarters located on Church Street in Prince Frederick. The drop box can be utilized at any time with no questions asked. Residents may drop the unused/expired medications in the secure box for environmentally correct disposal by the Sheriff’s Office. “As members of the community, pharmacists are in a prime position to ensure the safe and proper handling of medications, from dispensing to disposal,” pharmacist Leo Mallard said in a press release. “Unused or expired medications pose risks to our families, communities and the Bay environment. Another way for residents to safely dispose of unused pharmaceuticals is through one of the quarterly household hazardous waste disposal events sponsored by the Calvert County Division of Solid Waste. Household hazardous waste disposal events are scheduled for March 27 and Sept. 25 at the Mt. Hope Convenience Center, and for June 25 and Nov. 20 at the Appeal Landfill. “It’s imperative that we remove unused prescription medications from circulation, especially narcotic prescriptions due to their high rate of misuse,” said Lt. Randy Stephens, commander of Maryland State Police Barrack U in Prince Frederick. The program was developed by the Prescription Drug Disposal Planning Group, which includes CAASA, Calvert County Sheriffs Office, the State’s Attorney’s Office, Calvert County Solid Waste Division, Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation, Chesapeake Pharmacy, Calvert-Arundel Pharmacy, Department of Juvenile Services and Maryland State Police, barrack U. For more information on prescription drug abuse and disposal contact Candice D’Agostino, coordinator of CAASA at 410-535-3733 or visit www.co.cal.md.us/ residents/health/caasa. By Sean Rice info@somdpublishing.net

caused by runoff and erosion,” Dominiak said. “This area used to be a farmland, and we didn’t have problems until they built all the houses and schools.” Bill Feldman, who is a waterman and marina owner out of Drayden said additional sanctuaries are just not the answer. “What I don’t understand is, why do they want to take our best-producing bottom? There’s plenty of bottom out there,” said Feldman. “I feel that if that’s the best they can come up with in 30 years of them oysters dying then they aren’t ever going to come back.” The Solomons open house was the fourth and final of such meetings held on the Bay. DNR is expected to submit a formal proposal in February, followed by a 30-day public comRaymond Combs and his family have ment period that will in- been trying to get permits to raise oysters for clude traditional public the last three years. hearings. They started growing a few oysters in a Copies of the open tributary near their home in Hollywood and house materials are would eventually like to have at least a 5-acre available at www.dnr. aquaculture site. But their plan stalled when state.md.us/fisheries/ they learned that just applying for an aquaculoysters. By Sean Rice ture permit is $750, and the application and iminfo@somdpublishing.net pact fees could total $90,000. Combs was one of a handful of people who testified recently in support of a bill that would suspend Maryland Department of the Environment application and impact fees for commercial aquaculture – at least for a few years. The bill is sponsored by Sen. Katherine A. Klausmeier, D-Baltimore County, who said the fees can stop the very people the state hopes to encourage. Aquaculture involves growing and farming seafood – like oysters – as opposed to harvesting from the wild, which is encouraged by

Exorbitant Fees Hamper Potential Aquaculturists Gov. O’Malley’s proposed Oyster Restoration Plan. Jon Farrington produces seed oysters on the Patuxent River in Calvert County. He said the application fee may not be a problem for someone “with deep pockets,” but for a waterman looking to transition to aquaculture, it would be prohibitive. Though aquaculture is prevalent in other areas, it is not widespread in Maryland. The Maryland Department of the Environment has only received about a dozen aquaculture permit applications over the past few years, said Jay Sakai, director of the Water Management Administration for the department. A proposed amendment to the bill would send the fee waiver to the Aquaculture Coordinating Council for review in three years, so the council could determine whether it still made sense to exempt aquaculture from the fee requirements. By Jennifer Hlad (Capital New Service)

Thursday, February-2010

LOCAL NEWS

Foundation Host First-Ever Casino Night

Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation is hosting a Casino Night on Saturday, March 6 from 7-11 p.m. at St. John Vianney Church Family Life Center in Prince Frederick. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of high-definition endoscopic cameras that will enable physicians to better detect polyps and other early indications of cancer. “Compared to conventional systems, the new technology is state-of-theart and provides much sharper images that will aid in better diagnoses,” CMH gastroenterologist Dr. Yvonne Bright said in a press release. Last year, 3,269 endoscopic procedures were performed at CMH. A major expansion of the endoscopy suite is planned for later this year to meet the high demand for this service created by the county’s growing senior population. “All bets are on ‘Casino Night’ for an exciting and fun evening,” said Kathy Dickinson, foundation president. “No worries if you don’t know how to gamble. With ‘funny money’ and professional croupiers who will teach you the rules of each game – all you need is a little luck.” Volunteers Kathy Dickinson, Cindy Parlett, Karen O’Brien With the purchase of a $75 ticket, and Julie Cornellier are working hard to organize the participants 21 years and older can enjoy hospital’s first Casino Night fundraiser to be held on classic casino games such as blackjack, March 6. Proceeds will help purchase new endoscopy Texas Hold’em, roulette and craps while technology. enjoying lite fare by Maryland Country to put their tickets in as many or as few basCaterers, beer and wine. Guests will receive ket drawings as they want; increasing their a stash of “funny money” to wager and can chances to win the one they want the most. purchase extra if they run out of betting Each prize basket is worth at least $150 and dough. includes tempting choices like a chocolate Many casino tables will be offering basket, spa basket, sports basket, jewelry special prizes donated by sponsors from the basket and more. community. There will also be a deejay spinTickets must be purchased in advance ning tunes and a surprise visit by a special and are available by calling the Foundation guest entertainer. office at 410-535-8178 or by downloading an At the end of the evening, guests will be order form at www.calverthospital.org. The able to use their winnings to buy tickets for public is welcome and attire for the evening an exciting prize raffle. Guests will be able is casual.

Church Program Making Nights Safer for Homeless As this year has seen more snow than in years past, the homeless of Calvert County are no doubt struggling to stay warm this winter, but that’s where volunteers with the Safe Nights program are hoping to lend a hand. Volunteer Coordinator Katie Grover, who hosts homeless shelter nights at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Lusby, said that the Safe Nights Program includes several churches in the area, each taking turns acting as shelters for people in need of emergency assistance. “It’s Solomons United Methodist Church and the United Universalist Congregation of the Chesapeake that are helping us out this week,” she said, explaining that her church would be sheltering homeless guests every night for a week, whereas some churches would be hosting for two weeks at a time during the season, which lasts from Nov. 1 to April 1. As guests are picked up by bus from the Court House in Prince Frederick, Katie said her church could accommodate as many as 20 guests on any given night. But they can’t take walk-ins, she said. Guests must sign up for the program through Catholic Charities after providing proof that they meet certain criteria. Guests have to be homeless, show valid identification, be over 18 years of age or have a parent

with them, be drug and alcohol free and pass a background check. “They do a warrant check, and they also check for various offenses. If they’re violent offenders, then they’re not allowed to be in the program,” said Grover. “The idea is we want our guests to be safe.” Guests are provided with toiletries and given opportunities to shower, and are served dinner and breakfast as well as given bagged lunches to carry with them during the day when they aren’t at their host church, all of which requires a team of volunteers, said Grover, adding that traffic this year has been lighter than in years past. “Numbers have actually been down this year as opposed to previous years,” she said. “We’re not sure if it’s about people finding funding for places to stay, or with friends and family, and [Project Echo] is able to take in more guests … so we view this as a good thing.” To find out more information about the Safe Nights Program in Calvert County, call Catholic Charities at 410-535-0309 or email safenights@sjvc.us. Walk-ins for registration are welcome at the Catholic Charities office located on Main Street in Prince Frederick on weekdays starting at 9 a.m. By Andrea Shiell (CT) info@somdpublishing.net

Bored Man Wins $50K Scratch-Off

Haitian Donations Can Be Claimed on 2009 State Taxes Comptroller Peter Franchot today that Marylanders can take advantage of new federal legislation, recently signed into law by President Obama, allowing taxpayers who give to Haitian relief efforts this year to claim the donation on their 2009 tax return. Normally, donations made after Dec. 31, must be claimed on the following year’s tax return. Marylanders who take advantage of the new law will not have to add the donation back to their income when completing a Maryland tax return. “I am proud to support President Obama’s efforts to encourage as many Americans as possible to donate to Haitian relief efforts,” Comptroller Franchot said in a press release. “Allowing people to claim the donation on this year’s tax return may be another way to stimulate contributions,” he added. Under the new federal law, cash donations to charities for Haitian relief efforts made after January 11 and before March 1 of this year may be treated as if the contribution was made on December 31 of last year so the contribution can be deducted from a taxpayer’s 2009 income. Cash donations include contributions made by text message, check, credit card or debit card. For more information on how the new tax break works, visit the IRS’s Web site at www.irs.gov, or the Comptroller’s Web site at www.marylandtaxes.com.

Thursday, February-2010

Over the years, Lottery staff has heard many different responses to a question asked of all winners – why did you play? The fun; the excitement; the chance at big prizes; a “lucky” feeling – there are as many reasons as there are winners. Lottery officials recently added one more to the list. David Haynie, of Solomons Island, was waiting as his friend changed coins into bills at a grocery store last week. Haynie noticed a Lottery vending machine nearby and decided to “kill time” with an instant ticket. “He was dumping coins into the machine for 20 minutes, I was getting bored,” he said. The 22-year-old marine mechanic

scratched his Platinum Rewards game there in the store and was about to throw away what he thought was a non-winner when he took a second look. “I noticed some matching numbers that I’d missed and then saw the prize amount. I was stunned,” he said. Paying-off school loans and investments are part of Haynie’s plans for his new winnings. A donation to an injured friend saving for an operation comes first, however. He also wants to share some of his happiness with friends. “We’ll all go out soon and the drinks will be on me.” Haynie found his $50,000 winning ticket at the Giant on Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick.

Steinbeck Wrote About The Greatest Laid Plans ‘Of Mice and Men’

“Evening of a hot day started the little wind to moving among the leaves. The shade climbed up the hills toward the top. On the sand banks the rabbits sat as quietly as little gray, sculptured stones.” - John Steinbeck, Of Mice and Men, Ch. 1 John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men is a touching tale of the friendship between two men--set against the backdrop of the United States during the depression of the 1930s. Subtle in its characterization, the book addresses the real hopes and dreams of working-class America. Steinbeck’s short novel raises the lives of the poor and dispossessed to a higher, symbolic level. The above quote from the tragic and somewhat controversial novel and the paragraph below it were copied from the About. com website review of classic literature. If you return to the opening quote above and use a little imaginative license, the lines from the novel could easily be converted to ones which could be excerpted from a different and imaginary tragic novel about the hopes and dreams of Calvert County residents whose endangered homes are on cliffs above the Chesapeake Bay. This can be accomplished by simply changing two words, “rabbits”, to another animal, “Puritan Tiger Beetles” and by changing “hills” to “cliffs.” In doing so, the adapted quote would be changed to read as follows: “Evening of a hot day started the little wind to moving among the leaves. The shade climbed up the cliffs toward the top. On the sand banks the Puritan Tiger Beetles sat as quietly as little gray, sculptured stones.” I am certain some literary purists may not appreciate my use of the slightly altered lines of the classic novel. I only use the unconstrained tool to highlight what I believe is a real-life tragedy unfolding in our community, and before our very eyes. A struggle that has its origins in the endangered species act – rightfully meant to protect endangered species – and human habitation on privately owned property along the cliffs. As recent newspaper and television news accounts have chronicled, many homes and even roadway infrastructure are now themselves dramatically endangered by the continuing and accelerated erosion of the cliffs on the western shore

of the Chesapeake Bay. Many of our fellow residents have their homes in danger of going over the cliffs and falling into the Bay. The endangered species laws and other regulations are serving to stop any really effective attempts to stop or slow the erosion of the cliffs. It is my opinion that this could actually endanger lives and poses a larger pollution problem to our environment if nothing is done to change the course of the erosion. My office has been working for many years now to try to get relief for the citizens who find their homes in peril. We have worked to educate state and local officials of the problem. We, with the help of some affected property owners, have even previously taken the former Secretary of Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and senior staff on a boat tour of the shoreline to view the danger of the erosion firsthand. I sponsored a law in the 2005 session of the Maryland General Assembly, with consultation of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Maryland DNR, to allow for an incidental taking of the protected habitat of the beetle to save homes. That bill, HB-972 of 2005, authorized the taking as long as a plan was submitted to mitigate the impact on the species. The Secretary of DNR has never issued a permit under the provisions of the bill even though the department had a hand in crafting what I was told at the time was workable legislative language. I have since become aware of a broader impact to cliff side homes by state and local agencies, even when no impact to a protected species exists. This problem has broadened along portions of the Calvert County shoreline where the protected habitat of the Puritan Tiger Beetle does not exist. That is to say even in areas where interplay between the endangered species act and waterfront property owners does not exist. Even there, state and local agencies are reluctant to allow measures to be taken by citizens to protect their homes. This has all become such a modern day tragedy that I have submitted this year HB-295 which will change the authorization passed in my previous bill in 2005 for the Secretary of DNR to issue a permit to allow saving the homes to a mandate to issue the permit. This will serve to force the discussion about what federal, state and local government is going to do about this problem as the cliffs edge continues to get closer and closer to the endangered homes. My office is also in the process of organizing a Town Hall style meeting to discuss this matter in a public forum. We will be inviting federal, state, and local officials to answer questions pertaining to the many issues surrounding the plight of the cliff front property owners. This meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Sat-

urday, February 20, 2010 and will be held at The Crossroads Christian Church at the corner of Routes 2-4 and Ball Road in St. Leonard. Anyone with an interest in these matters is encouraged to attend and have your questions answered.

As always, feel free to contact my local legislative office at (410) 326-0081 or email at anthony.odonnell@house. state.md.us with questions, comments or concerns regarding these items or other matters.

Thursday, February-2010

International Film Festival Coming Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition at Calvert Marine Museum

On Friday, Feb. 5, The Calvert Marine Museum continues its First Free Friday Concert Series with the Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition. ABC returns to the museum stage by popular demand, bringing their tight three part harmonies, hot picking, and bluesy solos. Described as playing ‘bluegrass fireworks,’ the group performs throughout the mid-Atlantic area. Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition released their first CD, Foolish Pleasure, in September of 2003 and their second, Live At The Prince, in 2007. Both will be available for sale. The concert begins at 6:15 p.m. There are no reservations and seating is on a first come first served basis.

The “Bridges to the World” International Film Series is a statewide, month-long initiative in recognition of the State’s global reach and a reflection of those connections here in Maryland. World Artists Experiences and the International Division of Maryland’s Office of the Secretary of State, in conjunction with the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, Frostburg University, Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Salisbury University and Towson University invite the public to attend free screenings of five international films, one each from Russia, Korea, Argentina, Estonia and Nigeria. The series will run for five the weeks, on Wednesday evenings, from Feb. 10 through March 10 at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center in the Center Hall, Building II, and feature films chosen by the embassies of the respective countries. Each film will be introduced, screened, and followed by a discussion. Presentations begin at 7 p.m. at Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, Center Hall, Building

II, 44219 Airport Road, California. All films will be shown with English subtitles. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Feb. 10 – Russia - The Island (Selected as “Best Russian Picture of the year in 2006) Wednesday, Feb. 17 – Korea - My Dear Enemy (Female lead won best actress award at 2007 Cannes Film Festival) Wednesday, Feb. 24 – Argentina - Son of the Bride (Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Langauge Film in 2002) Wednesday, March 3 - Estonia - December Heat (Submitted for 2010 Nomination for an Academy Award for Best Foreign film in 2010) Wednesday, March 10 - Nigeria - Dance of the Maidens Tickets are not required for these free screenings; however seating is on a first-come basis. For more information on the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center call us at 301-737-2500 or visit our website, www.smhec.org.

7,000+ Received Flu Vaccine From Health Department Due to continuing demand for flu vaccines and a strong turnout at the most recent flu clinic, Calvert County Health Department is scheduling its sixth flu vaccination clinic for Feb. 11, 4 – 7 p.m., at Huntingtown High School. This clinic will be open to anyone who would like to be vaccinated. The Health Department will provide both H1N1 (swine) flu and Seasonal flu vaccines. Presently, the Health Department has a smaller supply of the injectable Seasonal vaccine than the H1N1 vaccine. Both vaccines will be provided to everyone on a first come, first serve basis. There is no charge for the H1N1 vaccine. At its previous five flu vaccination clinics, the Health Department has administered

over 7,000 H1N1 vaccinations. Historically, the months of February and March, nationwide, are the worst months for individuals to become seriously ill with the flu. The Health Department reminds everyone that it is still important that all persons in the five target groups continue to get vaccinated as they have an increased risk of complications from the virus. They are: • Pregnant women • Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age • Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel • All people from 6 months through 24 years of age • Persons aged 25 through 64 years who have health conditions associated with higher risk of medical complications from influenza.

Growing Grapes for Wine Grants Available The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) is offering grants to aid in the purchase of wine grape vines to local farms in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties. These funds are being made available as a continuation of SMADC’s Growing Grapes for Wine Program which was established to encourage the development of a competitive wine industry in Southern Maryland. The grant program requires matching funds supplied by the farm owner for the purchase of grape vines of recommended grape varieties compatible with the region. The Grapes for Wine Program is offered together with the University of Maryland Extension Agency, which will provide ongoing training and production expertise. To be eligible an applicant must own or be co-applicant with the owner of at least 5 acres of land currently in agricultural use. Existing grape growers and new growers may apply, unless the farmer is a prior recipient of a SMADC Farm Viability Grant awarded specifically for vineyard enhancement. Past participants of the Growing Grapes for Wine cost-share program are eligible. To acquire a grant application and guidelines visit www.SMADC.com or contact SMADC staff at 301-274-1922.

Thursday, February-2010

By Kathy Magiera

Art is Important!

Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park & Arts Center Today, more than ever, art is a way of slowing down, expressing ourselves, and making the human connection. Art is not discriminating- with respect to age, race or gender. This is apparent in our Living Gallery, where recent college graduate, Alexa Meade; http://alexameade.com, is pushing boundaries with her paintings; while Joyce Wellman, www.joycewellman.com, prominent, experienced African American artist, is sharing her techniques with the visitors and the artists. Art opens up a way to connect what we have learned, experienced, and what we feel. There is no right or wrong way of creating art. Art has no boundaries, there are no borders or countries or language barriers in the creation of art. We could continue and give numerous examples of why art is important to you, our community, education, ect., but you know these things and have hear them repeated before. But also, art brings us joy! From the picture your child has created, to the music you dance to and jam to in your car, the dances you and your family share, and words that are written - art is joyous. We hear conversations, laughter, and contemplation everyday at Annmarie Garden. The recent school field trips with middle school students and preschool children, or seniors tours are examples of the discussions and delight that are shared every day at Annmarie Garden. As winter chills bring way to spring sights and smells, remember to create and connect with art in your life and community. Currently, at Annmarie Garden, we have artists in action; where art IS the process. Stop by and stroll into our building and witness the community collage created at MLK Days by you- our visitors!

Beat the Winter Blues By Joyce Baki

Annmarie Garden is now home to a beautiful, award winning Arts Building that houses exhibits, events and our community. The outdoor paved walking path is home to world class sculpture on loan from The Hirshhorn Museum and National Gallery of Art in DC. We are a Smithsonian Affiliate. There is no need to travel to DC to connect with art; we have it here in Southern Maryland! Try your hand at a class, or make arrangements to meet friends and family here. Start the conversation again in your family and your community. Whatever your objective or endeavor, bring art and joy back into your life. Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD. 410.326.4640. www. annmariegarden.org

Valentine’s Day Delight– Annmarie After Hours Annmarie Garden presents, Annmarie After Hours, Sunday, Feb. 14, from 6-9 p.m. Treat your companion to a friendly, fun evening for Valentine’s Day, combining, culture, conversation and community. No reservations are required. This is a 21-and-over event. Guests will be treated to live music by Lissie Deere, complimentary appetizers and desserts, and beverages for a nominal fee. Enjoy and experience artwork from the culmination of the Living Gallery exhibit with works created during the Living Gallery. Various artists from the Living Gallery will be on hand to discuss and give details on their work and process. As winter winds down and spring approaches, GLOW, the illuminating exhibit featuring light artists will come to a close this night. Delight in light, plus art as the Arts Building is aglow with this exhibit for one last evening. “Forty Blossoms from the Bouquet,” an African – American Tribute Expo, by Calvert County artist, Delphine Williams, will also be on view during this event. This extraordinary collection of paintings by Williams pays tribute to the African-American woman for her contributions and sacrifices guiding the Calvert County community and society as a whole. Surprise your companion this Valentine’s Day and delight in this wonderful, whimsical, Valentine Treat. For more information, see www. annmariegarden. org

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The Alumni Players Dinner Theater of Our Lady Star of the Sea presents “I’ll Get My Man” – an English Farce by Philip King, on February 5-6 and February 12-13. This is a treat you do not want to miss - enjoy a delicious dinner and see a show for a great price. The actors are an impressive lot of local people who donate their time for a great cause. Dinner is catered by Thompson’s Seafood. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by the show. Tickets are $30 per person. For reservations call 410-326-3008. During 2010, the Calvert Marine Museum celebrates 40 successful years, providing education, history, and cultural experiences. The first Friday of every month will feature their First FREE Friday program. The museum is open free to the public from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with special entertainment and activities each month. On Friday, February 5, First Free Friday presents the Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition in concert beginning at 6:15 p.m. in the museum auditorium. The free concert series is funded by the Maryland State Arts Council and The Boeing Company. For a complete listing of museum activities, events, and programs, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum. com or call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 for more information. Planning to get married this year? Join the Holiday Inn Solomons Conference Center and Marina at their Annual Bridal Showcase on Sunday, February 7. Visit with a variety of wedding service providers; enjoy sample tastings, strolling fashions and door prizes from noon to 4:00 p.m. The Holiday Inn Solomons is located at 155 Holiday Drive, Solomons. For more information call 410-326-6311, ext. 2170. In honor of Black History Month, the Southern District Parks and Recreation Department will be honoring outstanding individuals of Calvert County Communities. This event will recognize African Americans who have made contributions to their community. This is a great opportunity to recognize those individuals who are giving back to the community by nominating them for this prestigious award. If you are interested in nominating an individual, please submit a brief write-up and picture to: Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, MD 20657. Entries are due by February 12, 2010. Winners will be selected and displayed at the Southern Community Center February 15 to 26. Call 410-586-1101 for additional information. The Tri County Dart Association presents the Tricoda Open XXII February 19-21 at the Holiday Inn Solomons. More than $6500 will be offered during this dart tournament sanctioned by the American Darts Organization. Sponsored by the Tri-County Dart Association, Holiday Inn Solomons, Isaac’s Restaurant and B&B Dart Supplies, the competition has three days of events, including youth events on Saturday and Sunday. Proceeds will benefit Hospice of St. Mary’s. For more information contact Chuggy Raley, 301-997-4066 or bkraley@msn.com. Join the American Chestnut Land Trust for a guided hike on the Goldstein Bay Farm Trail on Saturday, February 20. This strenuous 3.25 mile hike will feature hilly terrain and beautiful panoramic views of Parkers Creek and the Chesapeake Bay. Meet the group at Double Oak Farm, Scientists’ Cliffs Road, Port Republic. The hike begins at 1:30 p.m. and will last approximately 2 hours. For more information visit www.acltweb. org or call 410-414-3400. Through February 14 witness the working process of artists – from concept to finished product – as Annmarie Garden’s spectacular Main Gallery is transformed into artist studios. Visitors have the opportunity to appreciate the artistic process, as well as the product. The gallery artists change every week. Upcoming artists include Frances Borchardt (mixed media) February 2-7; Carmelo Ciancio (scratchboard) February 8-12; Sarah Houde (ceramics) February 8-14; and Barbara V. Jones (mosaics) February 8-14.

Thursday, February-2010

Calvert Education Funding May Get Boost

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The governor’s proposed budget makes about $2 billion in cuts state-wide but it does allow for slightly greater amounts of money for the Southern Maryland counties in terms of education. Local officials say, however, that those numbers are not firm and could change as the Annapolis legislative session moves ahead. According to budget figures released by Gov. Martin O’Malley’s

office the proposed increase for Calvert County’s public schools would rise to just over $109 million. Last year’s allocation was a little more than $106 million. Without retirement payments included in the state’s figures, documents show Calvert County’s total aid would come to about $91,331,000, or just about a 0.9 percent increase. William Phalen, chair of the

Calvert County Board of Education, said that reports from the superintendent’s office put the figure lower. Either way, he said, the county would still likely have to tighten its fiscal belt, even for schools. “We don’t know how much it’s going to be,” Phalen said. “All kinds of numbers have been floating around.” “We might get as low as 0.5 percent [increase] which translates into about $500,000 to $600,000. With a budget our size of ours that

doesn’t give us much latitude to do anything.” Phalen said that there were concerns in the school system that they would be struggling just to fund the programs they have now, let alone finance any new ones. He said he expected the county commissioners would provide maintenance of effort funding for public schools but he did not expect much more than the increases included in the county’s funding formula. Jack Smith, superintendent for Calvert schools, said that the cur-

rent estimates from the Maryland State Department of Education of only about $600,000 extra would mean no substantial growth in the system and could still mean eliminating positions through not filling positions that become vacated — he said he hoped the county would not have to eliminate positions with people still working. “It’ll be a matter of paring down what we spend,” Smith said. “We would show no growth at all.” By Guy LEOnarD (CT) guyleonard@ countytimes.net

Rotary Will Awards Scholarships This year, the Rotary Club of Prince Frederick will award four scholarships of $2,000 each to Calvert County students who are continuing their studies past the high school level. Two scholarships will be given to high school seniors entering a four-year college. The third will help support a high school senior who is completing vocational studies at the Calvert Career Center, and will be enrolled in a post-secondary program of study. This scholarship has been designated as the “Eddie Allen Scholarship” named after a long time member of the Prince Frederick Rotary Club. The fourth scholarship will be awarded to a student at the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland who will be pursuing a degree at a four-year college or university.

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One of these scholarships may be designated for an individual studying environmental sciences, and is named in honor of Brian Albright. Brian was a young environmental scientist at the Academy of Natural Resources Estuarine Research Center on the grounds of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, who died suddenly in 2001. Applications for the scholarships can be acquired from the guidance counselor’s office in the various high schools, or the school advisory department at the College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus. Students are urged to complete and submit the applications as soon as possible. The deadline for submission is March 15. The club plans to award these four scholarships by late May or early June. For additional information contact Dr. Eugene Karol at (410) 586-0091.

St. Leonard School Helping ‘Kids Care Campaign’ The St. Leonard Elementary Community is known for its generosity in responding to those in need, said Principal Toni Chapman. The school community has donated a tremendous amount to the United Way of Calvert County, The One-Room Schoolhouse, SMILE, Make-A-Wish, and many others. “Yesterday, I shared with students that LEO (Learning Equals Opportunity) doesn’t

just apply to academics,” Chapman said in a letter to parents. “Sometimes we learn about others in need and then have the opportunity to respond to that need.” St. Leonard Elementary School is currently participating in the Maryland Kids Care Campaign - Operation Haiti. If you and your family would like to participate in this opportunity, please send in your pennies (and more) as indicated below. “We will collect the money through February 12, and write a check to the American Red Cross,” Chapman said. If any families send in a check written to the American Red Cross, the school will submit those checks along with the school check. • MARYLAND KIDS CARE CAMPAIGN – “Operation Haiti: Collecting Pennies (and More) for the Earthquake Victims” is a voluntary program initiated by the Maryland State Department of Education to respond to the overwhelming need of the people of Haiti that were devastated in the 7.0 earthquake on Jan. 12, 2010. This program challenges all Maryland students to give pennies or more to the American Red Cross for humanitarian aid. • Families wishing to give more than pennies can write checks to: American Red Cross, P.O. Box 97089, Washington, D.C., 200907089. Please also indicate “2010 Haiti Relief and Development Fund” on the check’s memo line, so that funds are allocated to the Haiti Relief effort.

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Two Senators; So Little Representation

Sheriff is Making Changes After Tragic Fatal Crash I am writing this letter in regard to the tragic accident which occurred in Dunkirk on July 24, 2009. This unfortunate incident, which was heartfelt throughout our community, took the life of Rachael Campbell and seriously injured Deputy C. Wayne Wells. Sincere condolences from the entire Sheriff’s Office goes out to the families touched by this accident and please know that our thoughts are prayers have been with you. On a personal note, as Sheriff, I would like to apologize to the family for statements made to the press prior to the investigation being fully completed. I, together with the Sheriff’s Office staff, have reviewed data and facts and have met with numerous investigators to fully understand this accident and what steps could be taken to lessen the chances of such a tragedy occurring in the future. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Priority 1 response policy is governed by Maryland Vehicle Law Section 21-106. It is imperative that deputies arrive on the scene of emergency calls for service as quickly and as safely as possible. The number of calls for service where a Priority 1 response is dictated was recently streamlined and training was conducted on priority responses and pursuits. Our current emergency response policy is consistent with the surrounding jurisdictions; however the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has implemented additional measures regarding the response to priority 1 calls since this accident. First, we now have an in-service training program governing priority response actions. Second, our pursuit training is being conducted using practical application and exercises in real time along with classroom instruction. Part of the classroom instruc-

As the Maryland Senatorial district lines are drawn, Calvert County is split into two legislative districts. District 27, represented by Senator Thomas “Mike” Miller, Jr. (D) from Prince Georges County, consists of the portion of Calvert County from south of Prince Fredrick and northward. The majority of Miller’s district however is in Prince Georges County, where Miller hails from. District 29, represented by Senator Roy Dyson (D) from St. Mary’s County, consists of the remainder of Calvert County that is south of District 27. The majority of Dyson’s district however is in St. Mary’s County, where Dyson hails from, and a portion of Charles County. Because Calvert County is evenly split between Democratic and Republican registered voters, and more importantly, because Calvert County tends to support more conservative candidates, the powers in Annapolis have gerrymandered Calvert, and neutralized it’s vote by overshadowing its voters with larger populations in Prince Georges, St. Mary’s, and even some of Charles County. As a result of the 2010 Census, the party in power in Annapolis will redraw the boundaries once again; this will most likely take place in 2012, in time for the 2014 local and state elections. Look for the one party controlled state government to continue to gerrymander Calvert and St. Mary’s to offset both counties’ conservative leaning voters. More of Calvert County will be included in District 27 to be offset by Prince George’s County voters, and more of Charles County will be included in District 29 to offset St. Mary’s County voters. It’s the unfortunate way the system works, one of the hidden costs of not being in the party that’s in control. If the voters of Calvert County as a whole could vote together to elect their Senator, it is not likely such a Senator would look or act similar to the two that are supposed to represent Calvert now. The current legislative session going on in Annapolis gives us a stark reminder of how little the current two Senators reflect the views of the majority of Calvert County citizens. With the upcoming November election, re-election is the first priority of Maryland’s governor and Calvert’s two Senators. Despite out of control spending that has lead Maryland, an otherwise economically strong state, to the brink of fiscal collapse, there is no desire among these gentlemen to take the measures necessary to address the fiscal crisis. The majority of Calvert County’s residents prefer a fiscally responsible government. The governor has offered a creative plan that borrows hundreds of millions of dollars from numerous one time pots of money, including federal stimulus dollars, to pay for spending this year that will re-occur in future years even though the money will not be there. At the current rate of spending, Maryland’s deficit by 2014 will reach somewhere between $8 to $11 billion dollars. The majority of Calvert County’s residents do not want to pass huge deficit problems on to our children. Yet this is the plan that our two Senators seem to largely embrace. Continuing massive government spending with massive entitlement programs may play well in Prince Georges and Charles counties, but it lacks representation Publisher from Calvert County. Associate Publisher Editor Office Manager Graphic Artist Advertising Email Phone

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tion requires that deputies be familiar with Calvert County roadways and understand response speeds need to be adjusted according to the terrain of the roadway, the lay of the land, the population, congestion, weather, and traffic in the area where they are travelling. Third, we have already completed refresher behind the wheel training for all deputies on the safe practice of high speed responses. Fourth, we have implemented policy change that requires supervisors to monitor all emergency response calls. Additionally, the supervisor may change the priority response to the call based upon information received from the Calvert Control Center. Finally, I have met with the Campbell family and was granted permission to use this accident case as a learning tool for all deputies in Southern Maryland. The case in its entirety will now be taught and discussed at the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy. The mission of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is to provide exceptional law enforcement services to the citizens of Calvert County and to prevent crime and fear of crime through innovative law enforcement efforts. We will continue to accomplish such tasks with the utmost professionalism, integrity, compassion and respect in order to maintain the highest standards of public trust and confidence. I will do everything in my power and wisdom to lessen the chances of our community ever having to endure this type of tragedy again. Once again, my sincerest condolences go out to the family and friends of Rachael Campbell. Mike Evans, Sheriff Calvert County

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Southern Maryland will play a major role in a first-of-its-kind, multi-state “geochallenge”, which involves the relatively new sport of treasure hunting using GPS devices. Geocaching, (pronounced geo-cashing), is the hobby of finding hidden trea-

High-Tech Treasurer Hunting Gaining Popularity sures using coordinates and a hand-held GPS device. People across the world, possibly numbering in the millions, are involved in hiding geocaches for others to seek out and find. Within the next few months, the number of hidden geocaches across the globe is expected to exceed 1,000,000. Last year, Maryland became the first

state in the country to take advantage of this grassroots, home-grown hobby, to create a geocache trail in order to promote tourism. Starting later this month, Southern Maryland will play a key role in the new “Star-Spangled Banner Geotrail.” The new Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is a National Parks Service trail that commemorates 290 miles of land and water routes in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, along which the British and Americans traveled and fought during the Chesapeake Campaign of the War of 1812. The Trail was designated by Congress and signed into law in May 2008 through an amendment to the National Trails System Act. The new geochallenge along the Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is significant in that it marks the first time geocaching will be allowed in national parks and it will be the first multi-state geotrail. “The national parks has never been open to the concept, so this is like a firstever, test the waters for national parks, so it’s really being watched across the country,” said Susan Kelley, of Calvert County, former president of the Maryland Geocaching Society. According to Kelley, The Star-Spangled Banner (SSB) Geotrail challenge will

include more than 30 geocache locations within Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. A trackable geo-coin will be awarded to the first 400 geocachers, for locating at least 20 caches on the trail. Compete details on the challenge have not yet been released, but players would have to download a passport from either the Friends of Chesapeake Gateways SSB Geotrail (friendsofchesapeakegateways. org/projects/ssb_geotrail) or Maryland Geocaching Society (www.mdgps.org) websites. Geocachers would have to find and log at least 20 SSB finds, record the code word from inside each cache on their passport and post a picture of themselves at each cache location. After discovering the 20 required caches, geocachers can have their passports validated in person or via mail at the Friends of Chesapeake Gateways office to be eligible for the prize. “We will have several location in Calvert and St. Mary’s, actually the most sites on this entire trail are going to be within Southern Maryland,” Kelley told The Southern Calvert Gazette. Southern Maryland locations on the SSB Geotrail will include Jefferson Patterson Park, Calvert Marine Museum, American Chestnut Land Trust, Sotterley Planta-

tion, Myrtle Point Park, Point Lookout State Park, Piney Point Lighthouse and Greenwell State Park. Winning a Star-Spangled geo-coin from the event is a sought-out prize for experienced geocachers, because the coin can be registered online and become a “trackable” item to be hidden inside future geocaches. Its owner can track the coin as it is found and re-hidden, possibly traveling around the world.

Kelley said 90 percent of the “hides” are in small clear containers, with a logbook inside, and trinkets. “Most of them are placed within parks, or connected to historical sites,” Kelley said. “The whole premise is, if you take something out, you leave something in exchange.” Finders typically sign the log book inside and trade one of the treasures inside with something they brought to the site.

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The new SSB trail has been a topic of discussion on geocaching message board such as www.geocaching.com, (which allows users to input an address to locate hidden geocaches nearby) and people from all over the East Coast are waiting for it to begin, Kelley said. “So when it starts, it’s going to be a huge big hit.” When a geocache is hidden by someone, it is listed on a site like www.geocaching.com, and given two ratings, one for difficulty of finding the location, and another that ranks the terrain.

Players use GPS coordinates to get with about 20 feet of where a geocache is hidden. From there, the search is on. Most are concealed under fallen logs, or in a hallow tree, but you never have to dig holes, Kelley said. Though, they are hidden well, “because you don’t want someone to stumble upon it and take it.” A hand-held GPS device will get you within a 20-foot radius of the geocache, a car mounted GPS (which accepts input coordinates) would put you within a 50-80

Thursday, February-2010

God Has a Plan for Mr. Barrett

When you first meet 84-year-old Lusby resident Norman Barrett, he seems like a guy who has led a regular life. Barrett is a longtime Calvert County resident, has been married to his wife Dora for over 60 years, and worked at the post office until he retired. If you talk to Barrett, he will tell you about the easily documented medical miracles in his life. Barrett has had four heart attacks, two mini-strokes, a ruptured intestine, and a work related accident which caused him to fracture three vertebrae. Barrett has experienced more that the miracle of modern medicine, though. “When I was getting ready to go into the OR for my ruptured intestines there was a nurse standing by my bedside along with my doctor,” Barrett said. “She was dressed in all white and I noticed that she was wearing a nurses cap, like the old time nurses used to. She told me that everything was going to be fine, and that she would see me in the morning.” When Barrett woke up the next day, he asked his doctor who the nurse was that had reassured him the night before. “The doctor told me that there was no nurse, and said she must have been my guardian angel,” Barrett said. “I looked for that nurse and asked about her, but everyone said that there wasn’t a nurse that fit that description working there. I never saw her

again.” Barrett clearly remembers what his guardian angel looked like. “She had blonde hair and blue eyes.” Barrett said. “I know a good-looking girl when I see one.” Barrett has also had an out-of-body experience. “I was on the table getting a cardiac cath, and the doctors told me to cough,” Barrett said. “They were getting worried about me because I wasn’t coughing. I couldn’t cough, because I was floating above the table and looking down on the people working on my body.” Barrett wasn’t out of his body for very long though. “The doctors smacked me on my back, and I just popped back into my body,” Barrett said. “All these things that happened to Photo By Sean Rice me, I can just tell you that I am very lucky. Norman Barrett, at his home in the Chesapeake Ranch Estates. It think it must be my belief in God.” Barrett said God also spared him from dying in World War II. He spent 66 days in the hospital after crushing his thumb in the bolt of his M-1 rifle during a training inspection. When he arrived back with his unit, he learned that every man in the unit was killed in an exploFathers & Sons Vocal Quartet sion in the Philippines. are warming up their pipes for three “Some people are ashamed of their days of crooning for a good cause belief in Christianity, I’m not.” By Joany this Valentine’s Day weekend, Feb. Nazdin info@somdpublishing.net 12-14. The foursome will be serenading the loved ones of those few, true Southern Maryland romantics at workplaces, homes and restaurants, as the group sets out to travel Olde Towne Insurance the length of the county delivering and Erie Insurance can songs, a rose and candy to lucky show you how valentines. Submitted Photo For a $50 contribution to CalService, Value, Trust & Sons Vocal Quartet from left: Jeremy Reyno, vert Hospice, Fathers and Sons will Fathers Jason Leavitt, David Reyno and Jon Leavitt visit your loved ones to deliver a speWe deliver that - and then cial Valentine’s Day message. Reyno said. some. Savings up to 30%* This is the fifth year Fathers and Sons when you place your home, “In the last two years, between the has been conducting their Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day and the Valentine’s Day in auto and life coverage program. with us. Benefits like first August, we’ve raised over $5,000 for Calaccident forgiveness and “We were just going around for fun vert Hospice, and we’re going to continue the expert advice of a on Valentines Day, and we thought, ‘what doing that.” trusted agent. the heck, if we’re going to be out doing David’s mother and father went this anyway, we might as well try to raise through hospice just prior to passing Call us today. money for a charity in Calvert County’,” away. said David Reyno of the group. “So I’ve had a fond place in my heart Olde Towne Insurance Reyno is joined in the group by his for hospice, and for the folks that can go Downtown Leonardtown son Jeremy, and Jon Leavitt and his son out and perform those kind of services for 301-475-3151 Jason. the community, it really takes somebody The group stays pretty busy singing special,” he said. LaPlata the rest of year as well, and never for any 301-934-8437 “We’ve had some different experiprofit. They often sing at Asbury-Solo- ences while singing our Valentines, for the Bryans Road mons, and have even sung the National last two years we sung at a grave site right 301-743-9000 Anthem and God Bless America at Cam- after Valentine’s Day,” David said. den Yards. oldetowneinsurance.com The group sang at the grave of the dedanburris@danburris.com The group pays for transportation, ceased wife of a young man who used to candy and flowers, with all money received live in Calvert County, and they will be dofrom any venue going to Calvert Hospice. ing it yearly for the widower. He also gives “Even if someone hands us cash, it all a generous donation to Calvert Hospice. goes to Calvert Hospice, we do not take a Those wishing to book the quartet for dime … any bit helps, and its an awareness Valentines Day can contact Reyno at 301thing also, we want to make sure people 855-2724 or 410-257-7814. By Sean Rice know that Calvert Hospice is out there, it’s (SCG) info@somdpublishing.net *Savings vary by state and policyholder. active and it’s a year-round thing,” David Life insurance not available for New York State.

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Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14, is a day for lovers to express their love and devotion for each other. Expressions of love include sending flowers, jewelry and candy. It is best known for sending love notes or “valentines”. The holiday is named after early Christian martyrs named Valentine, Valentine of Rome and Valentine of Terni. Valentine of Rome was a priest in Rome who was martyred about AD 269. Valentine of Terni became bishop of Interamna about AD 197 and was martyred during the persecution under Emperor Aurelian. The roots of St. Valentine’s Day are traced back to the ancient Roman fertility festival of Lupercalia, which was held February 13-15. On this day, a lottery was held. A young man would draw the name of a young woman and would then keep the woman as a sexual companion for the year. In the Middle Ages, both young men and women would draw names to seek their valentines. The name would then be attached to their sleeves for a week. The saying “wearing your heart on your sleeve” is believed

other supplies. She hired several assistants, including her brothers, to create and market her valentines. The sales amounted to about $100,000 a year, not bad for the 1800’s. Since 2001, an award is given by the Greeting Card Association known as the “Esther Howland Award for Greeting Card Visionary.” Hallmark produced its first valentine in 1913. Today, the company employs a research staff that analyzes the sales patterns of previous valentines. The analysis is combined with more than 100,000 customer interviews, focus groups and in-store observations to create the cards that make up Hallmark’s Valentine’s Day line. One card created by Hallmark was the top choice of customers in 2006. The card, “romantically” named V330-5 by Hallmarks simply states: “Each time I see you, hold you, think of you, here’s what I do…….I fall deeply, madly, happily in love with you. Happy Valentine’s Day.” Who receives the most valentines? Surprisingly enough – teachers, followed by kids, mothers, wives and then sweethearts. And more than 50 percent of these cards are purchased

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in the six days before Valentine’s Day. The U.S. Greeting Card Association estimates that worldwide approximately one billion valentines are sent annually. This makes Valentine’s Day the second largest card sending holiday of the year, falling behind Christmas. It is also known that men spend twice as much on average as women. Even the U.S. Census keeps records of how Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day. Greeting cards are purchased or made by 65% of the population. Taking your favorite gal, or guy comes in second at 44%, followed by candy (38%), flowers (32%), gift cards (29%), stuffed animals (21%), perfume or cologne (12%) and jewelry (11%). The Empire State Building has held a Valentine’s Day wedding event for 16 years. On Valentine’s Day 14 lucky couples are selected to marry at the New York landmark, the only time each year that the Empire State Building hosts weddings. Couples that

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to have come from this tradition. St. Valentine’s Day was declared an official holiday in 1537 by England’s King Henry VIII. The oldest surviving valentine dates from 1415. It is a poem written by Charles, Duke of Orleans to his wife. At the time, the duke was being held in the Tower of London following his capture at the Battle of Agincourt. “The Young Man’s Valentine Writer” was published in 1797 in England. The book contained scores of suggested verses for the young lover who could not compose his own. Printers began producing a limited number of cards known as “mechanical valentines” that contained verses and sketches. Paper valentines became so popular in England in the early 1800’s; they began to assemble them in factories. By the mid-1800’s fancy valentines were made with real lace and ribbons. In the United States the first valentines were made by Esther Howland. Her father operated a large book and stationary store in Worcester, Massachusetts and would import valentines each year from England. Esther, a student at Mount Holyoke College, decided to create her own using imported lace, fine papers and

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Dennis E. Bayliss, 54 Dennis E. Bayliss “Denny”, 54, of Lusby, MD, passed away on January 16, 2010 at his residence. He was born on April 29, 1955 in Prince Frederick, MD to Dorothy McCready Bost. Denny could always be found working with his hands as a mechanic. His passion in life was ridding and building Harley Davidson motorcycles. He had just completed building a custom Harley Davidson motorcycle a year ago. Denny is survived by his mother Dorothy Bost, of Lusby, MD, his brother David Knight, of Lusby, MD, his niece Sheila Squires, of N.C. and his great niece Kayla Squires, of N.C. He was preceded in death by his step-father Terry Bost and his brother

Roland W. McCready. Pallbearers will be Dutch, Chris, Jimmy, Kenny, Buddy and Ed. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD; where funeral services will be celebrated on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 11:00 AM with Pastor William Davis officiating. Interment will follow at St. Paul United Methodist Church Cemetery, Lusby, MD.

Deanna Granger, 16 D e a n n a Mariah “Nanny” Granger, was born on July 8, 1993 in Flint, Mich., to the late Dawn Yvette Granger and Dennis Peters. Deanna captured the heart of all who were blessed to have met her.

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Deanna attended Calvert Country School Prince Frederick, MD, a Special Education Center, November, 2006 to date. She also attended John F. Kennedy Center, Pontiac, MI, in September, 2006. Deanna was born with Mitochondrial Myopathy. M & M is a deficiency of the muscle hormone throughout the body. Deanna was according to records the longest living minor with this condition. As a result Deanna had Scoliosis, epilepsy, seizures, and upper respiratory disease. Let it be known when DD was born the doctors gave her a life expectancy of 6 years. Nanny our DD said NO!!! to death and sixteen and a half years of life. Handicapped NO!!! When one met DD her eyes peered into your soul and touched your heart. Her big brown eyes and long eyelashes and smile were captivating. Her laugh was contagious!!! Deanna was an Angel, pure-hearted, free spirited, funny, feisty and strong. Deanna may have been medically handicapped but she had the WILL to not let it prevent her from living her life to the fullest. Deanna’s testimony to ALL OF US IS Unconditional Love, Richness of Life, Laughter, Joy, Happiness, Compassion, Peace, and Faith. Deanna departed this life on January 22, 2010 at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, D.C. and leaves to cherish her brothers Darius, Dennis Scott, Christopher Hatchett, a sister Christina, Auntie Mommy Wanda, cousins Jason, Alyshia and Yasmine` Lusby, MD; Grandmother Raifa AbdelAziz San Diego, CA; Aunt’s Laverne Granger Winston-Salem, NC; Maryam “Jasmin” Abdullah, San Diego, CA; Amber Powell Portchester, NY, Diane Peters MI; Uncles George T. Granger Jr., Kansas City, Derrick Peters; and a host of Great Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Medical Care Providers, Nurses, Joy, Chi-Chi, Amy, Malika, and Caroline. Teachers.Mary Posey, Dianna Wall and Lisa Spencer. Also dear friends Rachel, Shaunta, Tawanna, Terina, Annette Downey, Regina, Angie, Desiree & Tom. The family received friends at Crossroads Christian Church, 150 Ball Road, St. Leonard, MD on Thursday, January 28, at 4:00 PM until the time of the funeral service at 6:00 PM. On Saturday, January 30, the family received friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Cobb’s Funeral Home, 151 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac, MI. Graveside services to follow at the Perry Mt. Park Cemetery, 878 North Perry, Pontiac, MI. Arrangements by the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, MD.

Leslie Kennedy, Jr., 56 Leslie Clifford “Les” Kennedy, Jr., 56, of Lusby, MD, formerly of Capital Heights, MD passed away on January 16, 2010 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 20, 1953 in Washington, DC to the late Leslie Clifford Kennedy, Sr. and the late Lois Kennedy. Les graduated from Powhatan High School in 1971 and went on to eventually work for Safeway in management for 27 years and retired in 2003. He could always be found working with his hands and referred to carpentry as his hobby. Les is survived by his children, Leslie Clifford Kennedy, III of Lothian, MD and Tiffany Matters of Lusby, MD; siblings, Greg Kennedy, Marie Bushlow, Tim Kennedy, Fran Forshee, and Alice Marie Kenney, all of North Carolina, Robbie Kennedy, and Vicki Minnick, both of Virginia, and Rehanna Harville of Kentucky; and three grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jack Rubenstahl, Ricky Lokken, Dean Johnson, Chris Rubenstahl, Dan Dull, and Chris Skarbellis. The family received friends on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 from 6-8 PM in the Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 12 Noon in Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Solomons, MD with Fr. Richard Gardiner officiating. Interment will be private.

Lewis Montgomery, 88 Lewis Stephen Montgomery, 88, of Lusby, MD passed away on January 27, 2010 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 1, 1921 in Bryantown, MD and married Mary Alberta Greenwell on January 26, 1940 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD. Lewis graduated from Gonzaga High School in Washington, DC and went on to serve in the U.S. Army during WWII in the 6th Calvary Division from November 20, 1945 to September 18, 1953 when he

was honorably discharged. He went on to be an Electrician until his retirement. Lewis is survived by his wife of 70 years Mary Alberta Montgomery of Lusby, MD; children, Barbara Jones and spouse Paul of Hedgesville, WVA, Linda Dyer and spouse Bill of Lusby, MD, Carolyn Magill of Hughesville, MD, June M. Groft of Riva, MD, and Dwight Montgomery and spouse Linda of Waldorf, MD; siblings, Virginia, Ellen, Ruth, Thelma, Lucille, Ann, Imogene, and John; 15 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, and 17 Great-Great Grandchildren. The family received friends on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2-5 PM in the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, MD. Funeral Services were held on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 11 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Carl Snyder officiating. Interment followed in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Hollywood, MD. Pallbearers will be Bill Dyer, Bruce Dyer, Michael Dyer, Sean Gray, Alan Gray, Rick Magill, Billy Montgomery, and Nicholas Dyer. Memorial contributions may be made in Lewis’s memory to the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Dept. and Rescue Squad, 200 Calvert Beach Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685.

Cecil Alberta Parker, 85 Cecil Alberta Parker, 85, of Fairmont Heights, MD passed away on December 10, 2009 at Doctor’s Community Hospital, Lanham, MD. Mrs. Cecil Alberta Parker, daughter of the late Herbert and Pearlie Taylor, was born December 17, 1923 in South Hill, Virginia. Cecil was called to celebrate eternal life on December 10, 2009, while at the Doctor’s Community Hospital, Lanham, Maryland. Cecil attended the public schools of Lunenburg County, Virginia. At an early age, she was baptized and joined the Flat Rock Baptist Church, located in Kenbridge, Virginia. As a young adult, Cecil relocated to Prince Georges County, Maryland, where she met and later married the love of her life, the late William E. Parker. Following their marriage, Cecil and William made Fairmont Heights, Maryland their permanent residence. Although Cecil entered into Holy Matrimony, she was always a strong advocate for working and helping to provide for her family. She was employed by the Pentagon and Montgomery Ward, prior to becoming a housewife at the request of her husband.

Cecil was a fun-loving person, blessed with quick wit and a great sense of humor. She enjoyed music and tried to play an instrument, but was not successful. However, in the spirit of cohesiveness, Cecil dubbed herself a ‘go go girl’ for the family band. She was a family-oriented person that always looked forward to and enjoyed visitation of family, whether local or out of town. She also loved entertaining, opening her home and welcoming everyone. Cecil enjoyed cooking and only needed a little notice to prepare her delicious potato salad, fried chicken and homemade cakes from ‘scratch’. She made sure that no one left her house on an empty stomach. Over the years, Cecil also enjoyed fishing, gardening and traveling with her family. When not on the water, gardening or traveling, Cecil would find the time to relax on the porch, taking in the sun rays and sharing stories with family and friends. She also enjoyed playing bingo and visiting casinos. Cecil was a very unselfish and caring person, always willing to lend a helping hand. A testament of her love for others speaks volumes when Cecil, while in rehab, took the initiative to feed an elderly person who could not feed herself. She was a very soft-spoken person that was quick to make a concession and never had a ‘cross-word’ with anyone. Cecil was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Parker; three children; William Clifton, Clarence Edward and Herbert Elzia Parker. She leaves to cherish her memory, four daughters; Joyce Stafford (Harold) of Clinton, Maryland, Milda Williams of Fairmont Heights, Maryland, Alberta Nichols (James) of Washington, D.C. and Rochell Hawkins (Alphonso) of Huntingtown, Maryland; three sisters; Nannie P. Cade of St. Leonard, Maryland, Ola Alexander of South Hill, Virginia and Eunice King of South Hill, Virginia; one sister-in-law; Alice Kellibrew of Upper Marlboro, Maryland; one brother-in-law, Robert King of South Hill, Virginia and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She also leaves an extended family that adopted her as “Momma”; John P. Jenkins, H. Kay Bradby, Tony Bradby, Beverly Robinson, Jackie Carter, Tony Pratt, Wanda James, Sharmelle Williams, Alton Dixon and Burkett Lyburn. Funeral service was held on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Kettering Baptist Church, Upper Marlboro, MD with Pastor Bucas Sterling, III officiating. The interment was at Harmony Memorial Park, Landover, MD. The pallbearers were Angelo Johnson, Eliza Johnson, Nathaniel Johnson, Tony Pratt, Carliss Smallwood, and Anthony White. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Helen Addis Taylor, 95 Helen A. Taylor, 95, of AsburySolomons Island, MD , formerly of Darnestown, MD, went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2010. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. John K. Taylor and mother of Helen A. Prince(Norman) of Port Republic, MD, and Barbara J. Davis(Stephen) of Edina, MN. She is also survived by five grandchildren: John Prince(Cindy), Margaret Prince, Anne Prince Rickwood(Darren), Lawrence Davis, and Rick Davis(Beth), and seven great-grandchildren: Johnny Prince, Dan Prince, Will Rickwood, Wyatt Rickwood, Wesley Rickwood, Jenny Davis and Julie Davis. Born in Newport News, VA, on June 20, 1914, Helen was the daughter of Thomas and Helen Addis, and sister of Alice, Richard, and Thomas Addis. She graduated from the College of William and Mary in 1935, and first taught school in Newport News, VA. In 1938 she married John K. Taylor of Mt. Rainier, MD, and moved to Hyattsville, MD, where she lived for 28 years, raising her family, becoming an active member of Riverdale Presbyterian Church in the Sunday School, and teaching at University Park Elementary School and Northwestern High School before moving to Darnestown in 1966. Upon retirement in 1968 from the Prince George’ County School System, she was active in the Darnestown Presbyterian Church and the Darnestown Presbyterian Women, making her famous Teddy Bears for the Church Bazaar, and serving as a Deacon and Elder in the church. She also taught English for the Literary Council, was a member of Church Women United, and the American Association of University Women. Her family, friends, and neighbors will remember her as “Graggy.”

The family received friends on Sunday, January 24, 2010, from 2 to 5 PM at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD, and on Monday, January 25, 2010, from 10 – 11 AM at the Darnestown Presbyterian Church,15120 Turkey Foot Rd, Darnestown, MD 20878, where services were held at 11 AM, interment following in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Darnestown Presbyterian Church.

Angelo Valenza, 91 Angelo D. Valenza, 91, of Saint Leonard, MD passed away on January 26, 2010 at the Calvert County Nursing Center, Prince Frederick, MD. He was the dear husband for 63 years of Marie Del Vecchio Valenza, father of Kathryn Wood (Gary) and Susan Valenza, grandfather of Abby Wood, and uncle to many loved Valenza and Del Vecchio nieces and nephews. A son, John, died in 1970. Angie is also survived by a brother, Domenic, and sisters Philomena and Lucretia. His brothers Thomas and Nicholas and sisters Angela and Santa predeceased him. Angelo was a member of the 451st Bombardment Group during World War II and a long-time resident of Washington, DC, and Bethesda, Md. A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Angie’s name to The Chesapeake Bay Foundation or the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

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Young Panthers Improving on the Mat Smith Leaps to SMAC Record

With only three seniors graduating from this year’s Patuxent High School wrestling team, head coach Mike Bartley is excited about the direction the team is going in. “I’ve got a lot of young guys, and we were up against two seasoned teams,” Bartley said of a Jan. 21 tri-meet with Chopticon and Leonardtown. “We always tell them to give it their best shot and don’t lose hope.” The Panthers (currently with a 7-9 overall record as of press time) were swept by the Braves (47-22) and Raiders (46-24), but got pins from Matt Schlogel, Zack Pilkington and Zack Kane on the evening as well as decisions from Mason Mills, Ryan Hotte and J.R. Pilkington. “We go into every match thinking ‘We can pull this out,’” Bartley, in his third season as head coach. “That’s why we tell the guys to never quit.”

Photo By Chris Stevens Amina Smith flies over the high-jump bar to set a SMAC record in the girls’ long jump. Smith achieved a 5’8 jump, breaking her own record of 5’6 last year.

Photo By Frank Marquart Matt Pilkington is caught up in the grasp of Martez Allen of Leonardtown.

With a very young team, Bartley doesn’t want to put any more pressure on the Panthers than they already are facing, competing in a very tough conference with some talented teams. “We are where we’re supposed to be, as young as we are,” he says. “We’re not concentrating on regionals or states right now. Once we get these young guys more experience, then we can shoot for that.” By Chris Photo By Frank Marquart J.R. Pilkington holds on to Chopticon’s John Fisher during a recent match.

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• 19th Annual Father/Daughter Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby 6:30 - 9 p.m A night fit for a king and his princess to celebrate! A Valentine dinner and dance designed just for fathers and daughters. Join us for a great evening of food, music and fun. Activities will include door prizes, dad’s funky tie contest and dad’s silly shoes contest. 410-586-1101

Friday, Feb. 5, 6, 12 and 13 • “I’ll Get My Man”

The Alumni Players next production, “I’ll Get My Man”, is Feb. 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th. Dinner catered by Thompson’s Seafood. Tickets are $30 per person. For reservations, please call 410-326-3008 and leave your name, phone number, date of show and how many in your party. We will call you back to confirm your order. Ticket includes dinner and show. Located at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Solomons, MD. (410) 326-3008.

Saturday, Feb. 6 • Sweetheart One-Mile Run Cove Point Park, 750 Cove Point Road, Lusby. 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Parks and Recreation Southern District offers this one-mile early morning run to jump start your day. Grab your sweetheart, get on board, get in shape and join us for an exhilarating fun run. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each category. 410-586-1101

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• Fathers and Sons Valentine’s Day Serenade

• Tacos Meeting Teen Advisory Council of Students meets with Calvert Library staff to help plan and market programming for teens, as well as, suggest materials that would interest teens, 3:304:40pm. This is volunteer work that counts towards community service hours. If you are a teen interested in making a difference for other teens in your community, please contact Rachel Hummel. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

• The Fabulous Hubcaps Fundraiser Do you like a little bit of RockN-Roll and have a passion for animals? The Fabulous Hubcaps will be hosting a fundraiser for the Humane Society of Calvert County February 27th at the Holiday Inn Solomons from 8 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Tickets are $30.00 each and can be purchased at the Fishing Creek Kennel, 2210 Dalrymple Road, Sunderland. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. There will also be a silent auction and raffle items. For more information on this event, please contact 410-2862679 or visit their website www.humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org.

Valentine’s Day is coming up (hint, hint darling husband). Want to make a big splash with your sweetheart? For a donation of $50 to Calvert Hospice, the quartet Fathers and Sons will serenade your sweetheart at home, work or any other venue in Calvert County. For less than the cost of a dozen roses you receive your choice of two songs plus a rose and candy that will be presented to your special someone. For more information visit www. calverthospice.org.

• Next Steps for a Sustainable Calvert The Good Life without the Commute: Are you interested in changing your lifestyle to support a sustainable community? Join us to talk about the possibilities, pitfalls and promises. 7:008:30pm. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Sunday, Feb. 28 • COSMIC Symphony – Voices of the People Huntingtown High School, 4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown. 4 – 6 p.m. The Chamber Orchestra of Southern Maryland in Concert presents Voices of the People featuring Jessica Lyons. Be delighted by the 5th Annual Young Artists Competition winners, Brahms Rhapsody and Copland’s Rodeo featuring Ballet Caliente. Tickets: $10, $8 seniors and students, $25 for a family pass. Tickets available at www.cosmicmusic.org, Educate & Celebrate and Maertens Fine Jewelry & Gifts. 410-414-7036.

Saturday, April 18 • 25th Annual Opening Day Celebration, Discovering Archaeology Jefferson Patterson Park, St. Leonard, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join us as we celebrate our 25th season of activities and education at JPPM. Discover the where, what, and how of archaeology, as we highlight our new exhibit “The FAQ’s of Archaeology”. Tour the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory. Learn about archaeology through educational walks, activities, and demonstrations. For additional information call 410-586-8501, or email jppm@mdp.state.md.us. Free admission.

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Out&About By Joyce Baki Valentine’s Day – my favorite holiday of the year! Not only is it a great time to recognize our loved ones but it is also my birthday. This year Valentine’s Day shares the weekend with President’s Day, giving you an extra day to celebrate. • Nestled on Lore Road between Spring Grove Marina and the Holiday Inn Solomons enjoy seafood seasoned to perfection at The Naughty Gull. Valentine’s Day weekend the full menu will be offered as well as three great specials - the Cajun “Triple Delight” with shrimp, scallops and jumbo lump crab meat over linguine; a 6 oz. filet mignon with fried crab cake; and an 8 oz. New York strip steak with crab Norfolk. On Sunday, February 14, Chef Pat will serve up breakfast from 9:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. Enjoy omelets, Eggs Benedict and other favorites, including her famous Cajun jumbo lump crab omelet. Call 410-326-4855 for reservations. See you there! • Surprise your companion this Valentine’s Day with a wonderful, whimsical, Valentine Treat - no reservations required! Join Annmarie Garden for Annmarie After Hours, Sunday, February 14, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guests will be treated to wonderful live music, complimentary appetizers and

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desserts, beverages for a nominal fee. Enjoy artwork from the culmination of the Living Gallery exhibit with works created during the Living Gallery. “Forty Blossoms from the Bouquet,” an African – American Tribute Expo, by Delphine Williams, will also end this evening. This extraordinary collection of paintings by Williams pays tribute to the AfricanAmerican woman for her contributions and sacrifices guiding the Calvert County community and society as a whole. For more information and costs, visit www. annmariegarden.org. • Looking for a little “Winter Romance”? The Blue Heron Bed & Breakfast offers their “Winter Romance” package with luxurious waterfront accommodations overlooking the harbor in Solomons, chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of Prosecco upon arrival, breakfast and an intimate dinner for two. Contact the Innkeeper, Amanda Rutledge Comer at 410-326-2707 or visit their website www.blueheronbandb.com for more information. • February 12-14, Isaac’s Restaurant & Pub at the Holiday Inn Solomons offers a wonderful Valentine’s Dinner for Two. Start your dinner with a great appetizer – choose from French Onion soup, seafood chowder, crab dip, chicken gumbo or a colossal crab met cocktail. Savor an entrée – your choice from New York

strip, fresh roasted prime rib, seafood pasta or Chicken cordon bleu, and served with vegetable and potatoes. Complete dinner with a dessert – Chocolate Decadence, Vanilla Bean Cheese Cake or Sorbet. The price, $65 per couple, includes a bottle of wine from Woodbridge Estate. Make it an evening, for $158.24 per couple enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. The rates include all applicable taxes and gratuities. On Valentine’s Day – Sunday, February 14th – enjoy live entertainment with Marvin James who will perform his own brand of classic rock in Isaac’s Pub. For reservations, call 310-326-6311, ext. 2181. • The American Legion Post 274, 11820 HG Truman Road, Lusby, hosts a Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 13 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Dinner includes Sam’s Famous Campfire Cornish Hen or Roast Beef, served with vegetables, dessert, and coffee, tea or soda. Enjoy a variety of great music by DJ Scott. Cost is $15 per person. For tickets call the Post, 410-326-3274, or Susan at 410-495-7830. • Consider a Sweetheart Slipaway at Open Gates Farm Bed & Breakfast . Includes a two-night stay, two of Jenna’s great country-gourmet breakfasts, a $25 coupon at area restaurant, a bouquet of fresh flowers and a bottle of fine wine from a local winery. Or consider one of

their mini packages, stay overnight and add one of several options, including a photo of you and your sweetheart or add flowers and wine. Visit their website to view all available packages and rates. To make a reservation call 301-812-0209 or email OpenGatesFarmBB@msn.com. • Saphron Restaurant, located at 135 Central Square Drive, Prince Frederick, offers a prix fixe menu prepared by Chef Toun Shofu on February 12, 13 and 14, with special hours available on February 14. Start with Bruschetta Bolognese – a garlic-brushed, grilled, crusty Ciabatta, topped with roasted tomatoes, ground beef and Provolone cheese. Next enjoy She Crab Soup - lump crab in a creamy sherry and wine sauce. Your entrée choices include Seared Sea Scallops, deglazed with white wine; Veal Chops, stuffed with Asiago-Parmagiana cheeses and herb seasoning; or a tender, aged Filet Mignon, cooked to order, and served with cognac-mustard sauce. Finish with one of their great desserts - $10,000,000 southern bread pudding, white chocolate cheesecake, or Lemoncello Cake topped with a warm berry sauce, all served with their “Silky Saphron Sauce.” Call for reservations, 410-414-9903 or visit their website for more information, www. saphronrestaurant.com.

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Local Rockers Get Good and Wild Partygoers had their hands full on New Year’s Eve, with dozens of venues to choose from offering live music, dancing and drinks galore to ring in 2010. And nestled along a stretch of country road near Leonardtown, locals and visitors were enjoying the early fruits of a long evening at Cryer’s Back Road Inn, where local rockers WildGood were preparing to play. Suzanne Warner, lead singer, described the band’s roots as a family affair, nodding to her husband, lead guitarist Mark Warner, and smiling as she spoke. “Basically we were another version of the band with some different players … I actually met the drummer [Dave Butler] through my brother, who’s in another band [Too Many Mikes] … and then the keyboardist [Dave Husted] through my brother as well, and they came over and we all clicked.” And together with bassist Jay Black, they have clicked, she said, for more than a year now, offering a high-energy blend of any number of rock and roll variants from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Boasting no formal training, and working by day with an engineering contractor, Suzanne said she didn’t get the performing bug until later in life, and it has taken her a while to get comfortable in front of a crowd. “I wasn’t very good at all when I started out,” she said, “but now I have a little more confidence, so it’s great.” Taking the stage with her husband, Mark, has probably also helped Suzanne develop as a singer, though Mark admitted he had stalled his own musical career at one point, first picking up guitar at the age of 12 only to put it down, not picking it back up until he was in his 20s.

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Though nobody in the band will discuss their ages, a look at their set list proves they’re children of the 80s. “We do anything from AC/DC and Aerosmith, to Led Zeppelin and Heart … so we kind of cover the gamut. We tend to do a lot of 80s stuff, just because that’s what we’re familiar with,” said Suzanne, explaining that her own tastes in music also covered the gamut, particularly with 80s bands.

“I love Depeche Mode and New Order and that stuff, and Bauhaus,” she said, later admitting there might not be a market for that genre in Southern Maryland. But judging by the New Year’s crowd and their enthusiasm for the music, such omissions don’t seem to matter. And Suzanne, however modest she claims to be, still seems comfortable enough onstage, lending her voice to Courtney Love covers (during the band’s nods to the 90s, which are also ample), and screaming like Joan Jett or mimicking Lita Ford’s lilt. So this reviewer can echo, (in the words of the 80s metal diva herself) “It ain’t no big thing.” For more information, go to www.wildgoodrocks. com. By AndreA Shiell (CT) info@somdpublishing.net

Positive Reinforcement Versus Punishment in Dog Training By Julie Jacobus, ABCDT Positive reinforcement training for dogs first came on the scene approximately 30 years ago, and has been gaining popularity ever since. For those unfamiliar with positive methods, it might seem that we advocate treating our dogs with kid gloves and letting them do whatever they want. This is absolutely not the case. Being positive does not mean being permissive. Our use of rewards (food, toys, play, praise, and attention) is just part of a program that includes proper management to limit the dog’s opportunities to misbehave, and the use of passive punishment (e.g. removing attention, time-outs, etc.) to reduce unwanted behaviors. When analyzing dog behavior, it is misleading to talk about wolves and pack behavior. Dogs have been domesticated for over 100,000 years, and it is widely accepted that through our selective breeding they have become vastly different in comparison to their wild ancestors. If you consider the physical differences between a wild wolf and a Chihuahua, these differences are blatantly apparent. It is no surprise that their behavior patterns are just as different. Making comparisons between the two is akin to giving human relationship advice based upon studies of the behavior patterns of cave men. Fortunately we do not need to rely on studies of wolf behavior when training dogs, as there are decades of evidence-based research on the ways in which all animals learn. It’s called operant conditioning, and

is how training is often applied to many species. Studies confirm that methods such as ours are humane, effective, and far less likely to compromise the relationship between a dog and its owner than any other. We agree that dogs are highly social animals that need leadership, but it is clear that we can provide this using a positive approach. Dominance and pack theory are overused justifications for the use of punishment- based training. It is too simplistic to think that dogs misbehave or are disobedient simply because they haven’t been shown who is boss, and that if you can just exert adequate dominance over a dog that everything else will fall into place. This approach is likely to lead to unneeded amounts of punishment and frustration, which are likely to only worsen problems such as not coming when called and biting, while the real issues go unaddressed, such as the opportunity to learn what is required, and the provision of an adequate environment. However, for those that are determined to cling to the concept of dominance, the positive method of training is still relevant. Making a dog work for every bit of food that he or she needs to live puts the owner in the most dominant position available. Leash correction training surely cannot compete with this position of power. Since these methods are so non-confrontational, positive methods are the best form of approach with a dog that is showing aggression since punishment- based training is more likely to incite retaliation from a confident aggressive dog. In a submissive

dog, punishment may teach him or her not to warn before biting. (If growling gets punished then it’s safer from the dog’s perspective to go straight to biting without giving any warning). In cases where punishment was used as the primary form of training, it has been wonderful to see the dogs learn to trust their

owners and to see them progress in learning when they were given calm, clear guidance about what was actually required of them in a non-confrontational way. Julie Jacobus is an Animal Behavioral College Mentor Trainer and an American Red Cross Pet First Aid/CPR Instructor

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