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Smithsburg winery owner offers pairing suggestions Hagerstown coffee business makes positive moves with creativity Berkeley Springs cheese shop and pub inspired by European travels Chambersburg business wants groups to “roll” in fundraising dough
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LOCAL FLAVOR written by YVONNE FORD OWNER, RED HEIFER WINERY
Since we are all at home creating and sharing meals within our households, many home chefs might be exploring new recipes or returning to their tried-and-true favorite meals. While preparing meals, they might find themselves asking: How do I best pair this with a wine? Food and wine play well together, due to their acids and tannins. Acid is what cuts through the fats of rich foods and can round out the subtle flavors in a meal. It works as a palate cleanser to make each bite a refreshing experience. Tannins are polyphenols. They are created by the wine coming in contact with grape skins and seeds during fermentation.
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Everyone loves a generous chef and saying “cheers” with a glass of wine in hand.
sion of a palate cleanser. Kevin Ford of Red Heifer Winery in Smithsburg loves to
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pair his Cabernet Franc, a dry red wine, with ribeye steaks.
Two hours before cooking, sprinkle steaks liberally on
The tannins cut through the marbleized fat and meat by
both sides with paprika and a preferred brand of steak sea-
binding to the protein and stripping them from the tongue.
soning. Wrap in parchment paper and return to refrigerator.
Mary Beth Seibert of Knob Hall Winery in Clear Spring
When ready, preheat oven to 375 degrees.
enjoys pairing her estate-grown Vidal Blanc with crab cakes. She describes the wine as “crisp acidity, fruity, with notes of
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter at medium-high in a castiron skillet. Sear each side of steak for two minutes.
grapefruit and pineapple.”This pairing works great because
Place skillet with steaks in oven for two minutes. Turn off
the acid in the white wine acts similarly to a slice of lemon,
oven and let steak remain inside for an additional six min-
highlighting the flavors of the crab.
utes. Remove skillet and steaks and allow to rest for no less
While the old adage that white wines pair with chick-
than three minutes.
en and fish, and red wines go best with beef continues to hold weight, many wine drinkers are exploring different and
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written by V. CRAIG CAMPBELL JR. SMALL-BATCH CRAFT COFFEE ROASTER, RIVER BOTTOM ROASTERS It’s amazing to see our culture and community adapt and create during these times. Being home seemed to take on a new definition or a simple change in our thought process.
work with me. Some days, it felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders. I couldn’t let them down. Our new River Bottom Roasters team held meetings on
I remember when the first rounds of stay-at-home orders
Zoom to ponder what we could create. We started by re-
came out. My wife, Danielle, said,“Well, we’re safe at home.”
flecting on our mission, vision and values. Everything we do
Instead of “stuck at home,” it was a mindset that allowed
is based on the principles of ethical sourcing, and being en-
us to dive deeper into ourselves, each other and our kids. I
vironmentally friendly and community driven. So, why not
wanted to bring that mindset to my business in a way that
have some fun with this?
was engaging, to help others stay positive, and strengthen my relationship with customers.
We decided to do a “Love Your Mug” contest. I mean, why not? We all have a favorite mug that holds our delicious cof-
I’m just a coffee roaster, so how can I create engaging and
fee every morning. We asked people to post their favorite
encouraging moments to inspire those around me? Lucki-
mug on social media and were amazed at the contraptions
ly, people love coffee! We were in the middle of losing 70%
people are using. They were bee-shaped, gag mugs, bear-
of our business generated from restaurants, cafés, hospitals,
ing names of colleges and sports teams, and my personal
colleges and small businesses. I just hired my first two team-
favorite: The Bob Ross heat-changing mug. There is a lot of
mates, and both of them had quit very promising careers to
mug pride, and we received hundreds of photos with people
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Berkeley Springs cheese shop and pub inspired by European travels written by TRICIA LYNN STRADER When musician Regina AaMacha went to France in the late 1990s to perform, she not only had a change of scenery, but began on a journey that changed her life. She found she enjoyed French cheeses and wine so much, she wanted to bring some of them back home to the United States. “I got in the habit of eating great cheese, bread and wine,” AaMacha said.“When I came back to Delaware, I worked at Beautiful Foods, a cheese shop, and that introduced me to cheeses from around the world. I studied about European cheeses and cooking styles, and learned how to make artistically designed cheese platters.” She opened Fleur de Lis Cheese Shop when she moved to Clearwater, Fla. “I taught classes at a wine bar on pairing wine and cheese in Florida,” she said.
Regina AaMacha, owner of Fleur de Lis cheese shop and Ravenwood Pub. Submitted photo.
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A selection of cheeses available at Fleur de Lis cheese shop. Photo by Tricia Lynn Strader.
Fleur de Lis cheese shop. Photo by Tricia Lynn Strader.
She lived in the historic town of
to pair in the way of foods with
Berkeley Springs in Morgan County,
them, etc.,” AaMacha said. “When I
W.Va., before residing in Delaware.
first became interested in the chees-
In 2018, she returned to the Eastern
es, a guy who taught me had a huge
Panhandle, and moved Fleur de Lis
map. I learned geography actually
from Clearwater.
from cheese. I do cooking classes,
“Here, it’s more of a market with
too.”
European food, wine and cheese,
Fleur de Lis Cheese Shop prod-
and I do a few classes like I did
ucts include European cheeses and
in Florida. Right now, I’m doing
those made locally, wine, specialty
Wednesday night classes online,”
sodas, fruit-flavored ciders - pear,
AaMacha said.
berry and apple - and handmade
As this story was being written,
crackers. The shop also has jams,
some social-distancing rules were still in place due to the COVID-19
bread, dried fruits, meats and nuts. Gouda cheese. Submitted photo.
Offerings
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cheese
outbreak, and AaMacha was conducting her classes on pair-
boards and cheese slicers from local artist Jesse Harden, and
ing wine and cheese at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays.
glass cheese plates made locally by Veronica Wilson of Frog
“I pick a cheese and wine, and talk about the cheese where it was made, the characteristics, pairing a wine, what
Valley Artisans. “My products are 90% European,” AaMacha said. “I have
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Cheese platter. Submitted photo.
Cheese and wine pairing. Submitted photo.
cheese from England, France, Spain, Switzerland and Den-
pick the wine a person likes, building the meal around the
mark. But I also have Canadian products, domestic hand-
wine.”
made crackers that come from North Carolina, and West Virginia cheese, like Shepherd’s Whey Creamery, made with goat’s milk.”
Doing so allows AaMacha to get to know her customers, their specific food desires and dietary needs. “It’s almost like having a personal chef,” AaMacha said. “It’s a fun way to do it, and I really enjoy feeding people and
‘Aha moments’ Many cheeses associated with a certain region originally can be from somewhere else, but the style or method of making them travels around the world. For example, Man-
enjoy them loving the food. People tell me often it’s the best meal in their life.” She has a particular interest in using wild game meats in her dinners, such as venison, rabbit, elk and wild boar.
chego is a cheese made in the La Mancha region of Spain
“I like to make comfort food like bangers and mash, shep-
from the milk of sheep of the Manchega breed. AaMacha
herd’s pie, and smoked sausage and sauerkraut,” AaMacha
said Shepherd’s Whey, located in the Eastern Panhandle,
said. “I use products from the cheese shop, and everything
makes a cheese in the style of Manchego with goat’s milk.
is of the highest quality available. Meats are from grass-fed
“It’s the same with Wisconsin cheese,” she said. “The
animals and antibiotic-free. I spend a little more on food
cheddar recipe that originated in Cheddar, England, traveled to other areas. I talk about all the ‘aha moments’ about the cheese and where it came from when I teach a class.” Fleur de Lis isn’t the only business AaMacha opened in Berkeley Springs. In January 2019, she established Rav-
products, but it’s reflected in the taste of the meal.” During the coronavirus shutdown, the number of customers is limited at Fleur de Lis. Soups, sandwiches, shepherd’s pie and other meals can be prepared at Ravenwood, but orders must be placed in advance.
enwood Pub as a complement to the cheese shop. It has
Ravenwood Pub presents Facebook Live cooking events.
a full commercial kitchen and offers baked breads, sand-
Fleur de Lis Cheese Shop is on the square in Berkeley
wiches, beer cheese soup and more. The dining room
Springs at 15 Fairfax St., across from Berkeley Springs State
seats 17, and dinners are by reservation. AaMacha sets up
Park.
her dinners for the dietary needs of patrons, and builds
Ravenwood Pub is on W.Va. 9, at 206 Martinsburg Road.
meals around a theme with the main course and cheeses,
For more information, find Ravenwood Pub or Fleur de
wine and desserts. “I make the focus on a wine dinner,”she said.“Ravenwood is set up for intimate dinners. I’ll do a five-course dinner and
Lis Cheese Shop on Facebook, or call 727-742-8333. On the web, go to fleurdelischeeseshop.com or www.ravenwoodpub.com. .
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Sweet Rollers recently opened in Chambersburg, Pa. Photo by Colleen McGrath.
written by MEG H. PARTINGTON
month, a cheerleading squad asked him to buy something
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. - The owner of a new downtown shop takes his “roll” in fundraising very seriously.
for a fundraiser. The products, often pizza or sandwiches, were brought to him a month after he ordered it. By that
“We created a business model that no one is using,” said
time, he had forgotten about the fundraisers. He started giv-
Roque “Rocco” Zubia, owner of Sweet Rollers. “Any transac-
ing the squad cash toward its causes instead, then offered
tion is a fundraising transaction.”
to put his culinary training to work making them cinnamon
Zubia started renting the 1,400-square-foot property at 115 E. Queen St. in Chambersburg in September and obtained his baking permit in early February. Before the shop
rolls to sell. “I came home and completely ruined my kitchen,” Zubia said.
opened to walk-in traffic on April 1, his two stacked com-
Over two days, he rolled out 300 of them at home, then
mercial convection ovens were already cranking out baked
gave them to the squad to sell in front of a grocery store for
Pennsylvania potato dough topped with a simple glaze. They
$5 each. They were gone in one hour, raising $1,500. When
are sold for $3 each by various organizations, who keep $1
he saw the looks on the cheerleaders’ faces and how quickly
from each sale.
he could raise money for a worthy cause, he knew he was on
The idea for a simple, sweet business to benefit the com-
to something.
munity started cooking 5 1/2 years ago, when Zubia was
Zubia combined the management skills he learned in the
managing a TGI Fridays in Gettysburg, Pa. Once or twice a
restaurant industry with his culinary schooling to create a
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Sweet Rollers cinnamon bun: One of these sweet, doughy creations from Sweet Rollers in Chambersburg, Pa., can be purchased for $3 as a fundraiser and brings in a $1 profit for the organization selling it. Photo submitted.
Rocco Zubia, left, owner of Sweet Rollers and Dakota Zubia, fundraising consultant, review orders at the Chambersburg, Pa., store. Photo by Colleen McGrath.
business formula over a couple of years.
When he’s not putting about 40 hours a week into cinna-
“Now, it’s turned into a whole mission,” said the 42-year-
mon rolls, Zubia works 70 hours a week as the manager of
old, who lived in Las Vegas for 31 years. He had a pastry
Buffalo Wild Wings in Chambersburg, “because I’m a psy-
business there that focused on eclairs, but he dabbled in cin-
chopath. I’m always doing about 14 things at once. I just skip
namon rolls.
sleeping.”
“I remembered doing it and I really enjoyed it,”Zubia said.
Chambersburg artist Dustin Fritz created the logos and
He was a bartender in Vegas when he met his now-wife,
digital mascot - a gnome named Raiser (short for fundrais-
Nora, 36, who was a cocktail waitress. They moved to Chambersburg a decade ago to be closer to her parents. They have three children: 14-year-old son Kasten; 7-year-old son Sebastian; and 5-year-old daughter, Ireland.
er). “He is super cute,” Zubia said of the creature that sports swirly pants resembling cinnamon rolls. Sweet Rollers, between Main and Second streets, is open
Some of Zubia’s relatives relocated to Chambersburg to
from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily for walk-in customers. Two sizes
be part of the Sweet Rollers mix. His mother, Dyana Zubia,
of cinnamon rolls are on the menu - a regular one that mea-
63, came from Battleground, Wash., to serve as events coor-
sures 5 inches wide by 3 inches tall and a jumbo that is about
dinator. From Kansas City came his nephew Draco Zubia,
6 ½ inches wide and 4 inches tall. Also available are large
23, who is the operations manager; Dakota Zubia, 21, fund-
pretzel twists with mustard or a cheese sauce.
raising consultant; and Draco’s girlfriend, Breana McCarty, 19, who is a dough roller. Nora works in public affairs for Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg and shares her marketing expertise to help spread the word about Sweet Rollers. “We’re a family-run organization,” Rocco Zubia said.
The rolls have only eight ingredients and contain no dairy products, so they have a long shelf life and don’t require refrigeration. Also offered are cookies and an exclusive coffee blend of Ethiopian and Colombian beans created by The Ragged Edge Coffee House in Gettysburg, which will be sold by the
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In addition to baked goods and coffee, Sweet Rollers in Chambersburg, Pa., has hats, T-shirts and coffee mugs. Photo by Colleen McGrath.
cup or bag. Those who want to eat the rolls in-house may have them heated. They can be topped with a traditional glaze of water, vanilla and powdered sugar; one made with cream cheese; or the flavor of the month. Zubia plans to have other toppings on hand, too.
which the number of people in the group will be discussed, as well as how much money is needed and by when. While he wants to help build groups’ coffers, he also wants to develop a skill set among his employees. “I will create a society of Sweet Rollers,” said Zubia, who in 2013 placed third out of 17,000 bartenders at the World
The rolling and baking begin at 4 a.m. every day.
Bartender Championship at House of Blues in Dallas. He
“It’s a whole process,” Zubia said. “We can’t be open and
wants to make his team members feel valued and provide
have flour flying around.”
them with a decent livelihood.
Cookies are baked and sold fresh daily, but if Zubia de-
“I want the team members to have a good life,” he said,
cides to sell them as fundraisers outside the bakery, he will
adding that he will be offering incentives for them to earn
need to add freezers to his appliance arsenal.
bonuses.
Ten percent of in-store cookie, cinnamon roll and coffee sales go to an organization that Zubia chooses every month.
The Chambersburg store will give rise to many others in Pennsylvania if Zubia has his way.
Beneficiaries must have done another fundraiser with him.
“I think big and I want to open a lot of them,” said Zubia,
In April, the first in-store fundraiser brought in $2,217 for
who hopes to open franchises in areas such as Gettysburg,
the Franklin Fire Co. Women In Need was designated to re-
Harrisburg, Lancaster, Mechanicsburg and York.
ceive a portion of the money brought in during May. Those who want to raise money through Sweet Rollers are
And he anticipates growing his staff by five in Chambersburg to bring the total to nine by the end of the year.
encouraged to host a one-day event to sell the scratch-made
When he was baking at home with a standard oven, the
baked goods. To keep the momentum going, Zubia suggests
maximum number of rolls he could make daily, when he
that the members of that club or organization immediate-
worked for 16 hours, was 600. In the shop, he can make
ly launch a traditional fundraiser using order forms. Sweet
2,200 per day. That means he can generate even more smiles,
Rollers sales last only seven days. Two days after the orders
which inspired him more than five years ago when he deliv-
are placed, the rolls are ready.
ered his baked goods to the cheerleading squad.
Groups that want to try their hand at this sweet fundrais-
“We get to do that daily now. That’s amazing,” Zubia said.
ing option may sign up online (thesweetrollers.com) to get
For more information, go to thesweetrollers.com; email
the process started. They will have a consultation, during
sweetrollers.pa@gmail.com; or call 717-552-9703.
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re-emerges to inspire and lift up
A R T S A N D C U LT U R E written by MARY ANNE BURKE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC.
So much has changed over recent months, and so much
According to Skrzesz , A Maryland Arts Recovery Task
which lies ahead is yet to be imagined as the arts community
Force was formed “composed of representatives from all as-
re-emerges to inspire and lift us up.
pects of Maryland’s arts sector, to create a plan for the future
The Washington County Arts Council and all arts venues have been closed since the end of March, complying with
of the arts in our state to share with the team leading the larger economic vision.”
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s Executive Order to the
The Task Force, including local representatives, Rebecca
citizens of Maryland to limit social contact. WCAC is looking
Massie Lane (Museum of Fine Arts - Washington County)
forward to seeing everyone again once the Covid-19 health
and Mary Anne Burke (Washington County Arts Council)
crisis has passed.
has been charged with encouraging collaboration, creating
“Maryland Strong Roadmap to Recovery” was released on
new funding opportunities, supporting the development of
April 24, 2020, by Governor Larry Hogan (h ttps://governor.
virtual engagement, developing best practices for in-person
maryland.gov/recovery/)
engagement, designing a reopening marketing campaign
Ken Skrzesz, executive director of the Maryland State Arts
and strengthening advocacy messaging.
Council, advocated for the inclusion of “Arts” in the M ary-
Amidst arts re-imagining, The Maryland Theatre cele-
land Department of Commerce Industry’s Recovery Adviso-
brated its 105thbirthday on May 10. The 105th birthday of
ry Groups to develop recommendations and best practices
the renovated and expanded performing arts center, a focal
for their industries to responsibly reopen and operate.
point in the Hagerstown Arts & Entertainment District, did
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not pass without a virtual celebration. According to Execu-
will be mounted on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail near Her-
tive Director Jessica Green, “We're going to celebrate being
ald-Mail Media; in Artist Alley; and on West Lee Street, r e-
together again.”
placing the photos from 2017.
September brings back the community’s Washington Goes
Not to be forgotten, the arts community honors all the
Purple, which is “A substance abuse awareness program that
2020 graduates as they move on from elementary, middle,
will engage our community and youth to stand against sub-
high school and college with virtual celebrations throughout
stance abuse.”For the second year, the Arts Council will host
the spring and summer. Congratulations to all!
(either in person or virtual) a juried art exhibit focusing on “Purple - the Color of Recovery.”
world-wide art activities (Covid-19 updates; visual, music,
The“2020 Faces of Hagerstown-Hagerstown Cultural Trail Call for Artists” and the “2020 Photo Marathon Call for Artists: Photography” have engaged the community, and later this summer, the selected submissions for both juried calls
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While searching to stay connected, follow local artists and dance, creative writing and more) on the Arts Council website. (https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/) and social media, (https://www.facebook.com/wcartscouncil/)
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A R T S A N D C U LT U R E
Museum of Fine Arts
offers programs online, prepares for visitors to return
"Silly Saturday." Photo submitted. Augustus Vincent Tack,
Portrait of Helen Keller, eum of Fine Arts-Washington County: LANE written by REBECCA MASSIE ca. 1941, Collection of Museum of Fine ArtsThe Curator’sOF Den DIRECTOR THE MUSEUM OF FINE Washington County, ARTS – WASHINGTON COUNTY Gift of Solton Engel, 1945
Springtime has been beautiful in Washington County this
Museum of Fine Arts-Washington County https://www.wcmfa.org
Sponsored by Judy and Winslow Wheeler
can enjoy art masterworks from museums around the world.
year, making the “stay-at-home” order to prevent the spread
Join curator Daniel Fulco for his online art history class,“Re-
of COVID-19 more bearable.
naissance to Romanticism,” and the “Curator’s Den.”
While the world moved from fallow to blooming in the
The staff has been busy, working remotely and in teams
beautiful green valley, there have been many unexpected
of essential employees at the museum. The building and
changes at the Museum of Fine Arts. The Cumberland Valley
grounds have been thoroughly cleaned. Exterior walkways
Artists and Photographers exhibition was in full swing, but
were powerwashed, all windows cleaned, gardens mulched
has been shuttered since March 13 at 5 p.m., when the mu-
and wind-fall branches cleaned up several times. Exterior
seum closed. As I write this, we are making plans to reopen
doors, metal fencing and gates have been freshly painted.
whenever it is deemed safe to do so.
Inside, floors and moldings have been cleaned and polished,
While closed, the MFA has remained committed to its
and exhibition cases have all been thoroughly cleaned. All
mission and vision, central to which is experiencing works of
staff who enter the MFA wear personal protective equip-
art in a safe place. To keep in touch, museum staff members
ment and are disinfecting regularly. The excellent air system
have been working energetically to move programming and
at the MFA was replaced only two years ago and fitted with a
access to collections onto the MFA’s website (wcmfa.org)
bipolar ionization air-filtering and purification system.
and social-media sites. Look for Art-a-Day Challenge, “Sel-
All of us at the Museum of Fine Arts wish you good health
dom Seen,” Freaky Fridays and Silly Saturdays. Link to Goo-
during our region’s recovery and reopening. I hope to greet
gle Art and Culture through the MFA’s website, where you
you in person later this summer.
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Art A Day CHALLENGE: Get the Point Washington County Museum of Fine Arts We challenge you to an art activity each day during school closures! If you decide to
complete this challenge, share it with us in the comments and on Instagram @WCMFA and use the hashtag #ARTaDayCHALLENGE. The order you complete the challenges is up to you! Stuff you’ll need: Materials are up to you! Read through the challenge and make your decision based on your idea! Recommended: Qtips (or the eraser side of a pencil your finger tip, or anything else that can create a small dot, paper, and paint, or paper and markers, or a small paintbrush. Words you need to know: Post Impressionist: an art movement that developed in the 1890s. It is characterized by a subjective approach to painting, as artists opted to evoke emotion rather than realism in their work. Pointillism: the theory or practice in art of applying small strokes or dots of color to a surface so that from a distance they blend together.
LOOK at this painting by William Singer and the close up detail image of the trees. What do you notice about the way it has been painted? Singer was inspired by an art movement called pointillism that was popular in the 1880’s, years before Singer painted this painting. Singer got inspiration from post impressionist artists. But more than anything, he seemed to be inspired by the Norwegian landscape! Singer used the distinct, small brush strokes to capture the mood of the landscapes around him. THINK: What inspires you to make and create? Is it nature, like Singer? Are you inspired by other art? Music? Events in your life? Books you’ve read? MAKE: Create your inspiration! Lightly draw an image that inspires you. Now use pointillism as your technique inspiration. Use small brushstrokes, or small dots overlapping (you can achieve this by dipping Qtips or the eraser on a pencil in paint or dabbing markers). Try to fill your entire space with this technique and keep the size of your brushstrokes/ dots consistent. We recommend going outside and getting inspired by nature or finding a picture of something that sparks your imagination as a source for your creation.
DID YOU KNOW? ABOUT THE ARTIST William H. Singer, founder of the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in Hagerstown, was born in Allegheny, on the north side of what is now Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Singer married Hagerstown resident, Anna Brugh and in the summer of 1900, they went to Monhegan Island in Maine where Singer began painting full time. In 1901, the couple crossed the Atlantic and Singer enrolled in the Academie Julian in Paris for several months. His love for the outdoors, drove him to leave the Academie to paint directly from nature. They moved to Laren, Holland, not far from Amsterdam, where a regional school of artists flourished. The couple began spending summers on the west coast of Norway and settled near the village of Olden on the Nordfjord, north of Bergen during World War I. Singer's greatest artistic inspiration came from painting the Norwegian landscape. Although the First World War closed the era of painting abroad for most artists, Singer remained, painting in the style of the post-Impressionists long after it was fashionable. His work often shows the influence of Pointillism with its stippled coloration. Glorifying the natural setting, Singer created beautiful landscapes throughout the 1920s and 1930s until his death in Norway during the Nazi occupation. SHARE: POST your creation in the comments on FACEBOOK and Tag @WCMFA on Instagram and use the hashtag #ARTaDayCHALLENGE
WRITING PROMPT EXTENSION: Think of a time you saw, heard, or read something and you were immediately inspired and then had to react or respond by creating something. Write about how it inspired you or changed you in some way. What was it that sparked your inspiration?
Maryland Symphony Orchestra keeps the music playing
A R T S A N D C U LT U R E written by LINDA HARKCOM
home mandates in March, due to the coronavirus. The arts
While the highly contagious coronavirus brought all pub-
and entertainment industries were possibly some of the
lic gatherings, including live concerts, to a halt across most
hardest hit. While many establishments were able to reopen
of the United States and the world, the Maryland Symphony
their doors again to customers in May, large gatherings and
Orchestra and its musicians have been doing their best to
live theatrical and musical performances might be the last
keep the music playing.
allowed to resume.
“Music has stood the test of time, survived pandemics,
“This virus has caused a lot of uncertainty, fear and con-
wars and enormous technological advances. If there is any-
cern, not just for our community, but for the entire world,”
thing certain, it is that music will continue to be a neces-
said Director of Education and Production Katherine Wool-
sary part of the human experience and will help us recover
sey. “Even now, a lot of what we do for next season is up
from this trauma,” said MSO Executive Director Jonathan
in the air because of the constantly changing nature of this
Parrish. “The Maryland Symphony Orchestra has become a
pandemic. One thing the MSO is 100% sure of, however,
cherished asset in the community for nearly 40 years, and
is that we will return to the stage and present music to our
with the continued support of our donors, sponsors, elected
community again in the future. The longevity of our artform
representatives and audience, we will extend that legacy for
has always stood the test of time and continues to do so, and
many years to come.”
no virus can challenge that. People will continue to enjoy
Many businesses and organizations were hit hard when Maryland, along with several other states, ordered all nonessential businesses to close and issued statewide stay-at-
and need to hear music. And when the time comes that it is safe to do so again, the MSO will be there for you.” Parrish said the impact on the symphony’s patrons, stu-
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dents and musicians has been the most significant.
musicians and guest artists have all been very understanding
“We have done our best to minimize the loss of income
and flexible. This is when having a history of good relation-
for the musicians, but the canceled concerts are the most
ships really pays off. With everyone doing their part to help,
disappointing for us and our audience, including thousands
I’m confident we will be able to adapt quickly.”
of area elementary school students who were planning to attend youth concerts in early May,” Parrish said.
Woolsey was two months into the pandemic at the time of the interview.
The biggest challenge from an operations standpoint has
“We are, like other organizations, producing large gather-
been scheduling and what Woolsey described as playing the
ings, at the mercy of the trends of this virus,” she said. “Our
waiting game.
performances are considered ‘high-risk’ because of the sheer
“Not knowing if or when performances were going to happen during the initial stages of this pandemic, as well as seeing how it would affect the rest of our season and even into next season” was challenging, Woolsey said. Parrish said orchestra staff members work many months, or even years, in advance to book guest artists, plan concerts, reserve their venue and contract musicians.
number of patrons who attend, and their safety and the safety of our players are always at the forefront of our minds.” In March, the MSO was forced to cancel all concerts for the rest of the season, including two classical series concerts and the final special event with “American Idol” alum LaKisha Jones. “Although we are extremely disappointed that we were
“In this situation, flexibility is needed, so that is a major
not able to hold these events because of the current circum-
change of approach,” Parrish said. “Fortunately, our venue,
stances, we are hopeful that we will be able to have these
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Starting in March, all of the MSO’s in-person education
ent these wonderful and inspiring programs,”Woolsey said.
programs were canceled, which affected their Kinder Konzert programs, Ensembles in the Schools and youth concerts.
Salute to Independence
“From an educational standpoint, the challenge has
One of the hardest cancellations was the orchestra’s an-
been figuring out how to present this content to them
nual Salute to Independence concert. It would have been
in a way that is effective and engaging,” Woolsey said.
the MSO’s 35th year of hosting the outdoor celebration.
“Of course, doing these things in person would be pref-
“Being able to hold that event on the Fourth of July itself
erable, as technology can always present a challenge in
was going to make it that much more special for us, especial-
presentation, and there is not the same personal con-
ly since it is always one of the largest events in the region,”
nection as there would be if you were there in person.”
Woolsey said. “Unfortunately, with Maryland’s Roadmap to Recovery being released, our event falls into the ‘high-risk’
Online options for sharing music
category. In consultation with the parks service staff at An-
In the short term, the symphony and some of its musicians
tietam National Battlefield, and in speaking with local health
turned to online options to help get their music to the public.
professionals, we made the difficult decision to cancel this
“What we have been able to do is look for new and excit-
year’s event.” As production director, she said the Salute to Independence is her favorite event of the season.
ing ways to reach the Washington County students in their new virtual classrooms with online content, and we received an amazing response from our players,”Woolsey said.
“We are extremely saddened to not share this wonderful
The MSO has two online projects in the works: Short in-
day with our patrons, but the safety of the community is our
structional videos that students have access to at all times,
No. 1 priority,” she said. “As much as we love sharing mu-
and live Zoom master classes and clinics for middle and high
sic, fireworks and patriotism with 30,000 of our friends and
school band and orchestra students.
neighbors, we also know that the reality of this pandemic will not make it possible this year.”
“Our musicians have really stepped up to the plate and come up with some wonderful educational content for our students,” Woolsey said. “Our orchestra has always had
Generous support, despite cancellations
such a wonderful sense of camaraderie, teamwork and en-
Parrish and others at the MSO were pleasantly surprised
thusiasm, and the obstacles and challenges presented by
that the vast majority of their ticket buyers chose to convert
this pandemic have really highlighted that. So many of our
their ticket purchases into donations.
players have come up with exciting, creative ways to engage
“This greatly reduced the financial and logistical burden
with students and patrons, even
on us, since we are unable to work out of our offices now,”
through the challenges of social
he said. “Of course, we are honoring refund requests and
distancing.”
feel that it’s an important investment in goodwill with our
Bev Butts of Hershey, Pa., is
audience, but it’s been great to see how many are willing to
principal clarinet for the MSO.
support us so generously despite the cancellations.”
She said learning to teach online
In addition to its live performances, the organization’s education program has been impacted by the shutdown. “Our musicians are, of course, disappointed, as they love the educational outreach part of their role with the orchestra, and were looking forward to interacting with the children as they do every year,”Woolsey said.
has been challenging to her and the students, many of whom are frightened and look to their lessons as a "life preserver." “All this has made me think about the importance of music
MSO Principal Clarinet Beverly Butts of Hershey, Pa., has been teaching her students virtually during the quarantine. Photo submitted.
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“We are working on moving some of our fall events into
It is food for our souls. I taught a student today (who was)
the early part of 2021, when we expect conditions to be
very stressed about her exams, life in general, and the virus.
much better,” Parrish said. ”At the same time, we’re looking
She said, ‘Thank God for the clarinet. It is the only thing that
at alternative ways to deliver our live performances so that
keeps me sane and makes me feel good.’ What a powerful
patrons have more options for how they want to participate.”
commentary.”
Woolsey said that while things are still being discussed
She said the MSO is offering the online videos and mas-
with regard to the schedule and how performances might be
ter classes to Washington County Public Schools students,
adjusted, the goal will always be to remain communicative
thanks to the school system’s generous funding. Depending
and transparent with patrons.
on the reception and how long students will not be able to
She said the MSO’s highest priority and preference would
physically attend school, she said there might be an oppor-
be to hold concerts under normal performance circumstanc-
tunity to expand that program in the future.
es, which would likely lead to a delay of the season. But other options might need to be implemented if that proves to
MSO Encore!
be unlikely, even with a delay, including separating patrons
Another program that has been born out of the challenges
by multiple seats to distance them from each other and/or
faced by the pandemic is “MSO Encore!”, which, for the first
have smaller ensembles perform on The Maryland Theatre
time, releases the symphony’s recording archive to patrons.
stage to separate the musicians. Live streaming the concerts
Performances from the archive are shared via Facebook ev-
is another possibility.
ery Thursday.
“Patrons could subscribe as they normally do, but if they
“We’ve received an overwhelmingly positive response
do not feel comfortable attending in person, they can stay
for this program and are excited to present it throughout
home and tune in until they feel safe to be at large gather-
this pandemic so that our patrons can continue hearing
ings again. It will offer our audience the flexibility to make
the MSO in all its glory,”Woolsey said.“We would especially
the decision based on their comfort level,”Woolsey said.
like to thank Antietam Broadband and Citigroup for gen-
She said nothing has been officially decided or approved,
erously supporting this new initiative and helping us bring
however, and as Maryland’s Roadmap to Recovery unfolds,
previous performances back to our audience.”
decisions will be made to ensure quality programming for
She said the organization is mulling other ideas and is always looking for new ways to engage with community members of all ages.
MSO patrons without compromising their safety. “We will look at all options to continue to fulfill our mission, and we’re all fortunate that technology is providing many new solutions for so many businesses,” Parrish said.
Planning for the future While dealing with the current situation, the MSO team is also looking ahead and planning for the future.
“The orchestra industry is already hard at work learning how to innovate and diversify offerings. In many cases, the musicians are already leading the way.”
“With the support of the community, we expect to continue to offer as much engagement as we can online,” Parrish
Playing on pots and pans
said.“In the fall, we’ll likely start with smaller-format events
One of the musicians leading the way is Julie Angelis Boe-
until it’s safe for our audience to attend full orchestra pro-
hler, who has been a member of the MSO percussion section
grams again.”
since winning her position in 1999. She is also principal tim-
He said the strategy being followed is one of modifying and delaying the season to provide the safest concert experience possible.
panist for the U.S. Army Band, from which she plans to retire from this fall after 23 years of service. Angelis Boehler sheltered in place in her Arlington, Va.,
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Julie Angelis Boehler, a member of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra's percussion section, has been practicing on a drum pad while using her exercise bike in her Arlington, Va., home. Photo submitted.
home with her husband and
He said social distancing has made him appreciate the social
9-year-old daughter. She said
aspects of performing more than ever.
trying to practice and record
“Not being able to perform with the Maryland Sympho-
from home has been challeng-
ny or with other ensembles drives home the distinction
ing.
between the MSO’s ‘product’ and that of other businesses,
Recording from home takes
which is the immediate, time-limited, emotional connec-
extra physical coordination. She
tion between performers and the audience. I really miss that
must listen to a track on one
most of all,”Wells said.
device without getting tangled
During the quarantine, he has been experimenting with
in the earphone cord as she si-
different techniques of practicing and working on playing
multaneously records on an-
issues that might have taken a back seat during a busier
other device while dealing with
time. He has also taken the time to curate recordings of the
background noise, such as lawn
Annapolis Brass Quintet, a chamber group he played with
mowers, which she wouldn’t en-
earlier in his career, to include on its new website, brassquin-
counter in a professional setting.
tetforum.com.
Finding time and a place to practice with all of the extra duties she faces as the mother of a child learning from home has caused her to think outside of the box.
Staying motivated to practice Kimberly Valerio of Arnold,
“I set up a drum pad on my sunporch, not in my studio,”
Md., is the MSO’s principal flut-
Angelis Boehler said. “I dusted off my old CDs and ‘chop
ist. She said not making music
out’ while riding on my stationary bike. The term ‘chop out’
with her colleagues and not be-
is used by drummers to mean ‘exercise the basics, keep the
ing able to perform for people,
limbs moving.’ I’ve used everything from Chuck Mangi-
especially at a time like this, has
one’s ‘Children of Sanchez Overture,’ portions of Paul Win-
been extremely disheartening, a
ter’s ‘Earth Mass,’ ‘Birdland’ from the jazz-rock fusion band
sentiment also echoed by Ange-
Weather Report, as well as classic tunes from Fleetwood Mac
lis Boehler, Butts and Wells.
and The Beatles.” The unique situation caused Angelis Boehler to inadvertently create two short, somewhat educational videos. The first was of her playing pots and pans in her kitchen to show
Valerio said her biggest challenge has been staying motivated to practice regularly.
Kimberly Valerio, Principal Flute for the MSO, has used the time quarantined at home to improve her skills as a musician. Photo submitted.
“As musicians, one of the
viewers that if they can’t cook, they can make music, even
things we enjoy doing the most is playing together and play-
if they don’t have instruments at home. The second was a
ing for others,” she said. “Playing in rehearsals and perfor-
lighthearted “La Cucina Covina” or “Covid Kitchen episode
mances together is the reward for putting in many hours of
#2” that she shared for Cinco de Mayo, which also occurred
individual practice time to perfect our art. That incentive is
on Taco Tuesday this year.
lacking for me personally, because there is no opportunity to
“If the inspiration strikes, there will be more to come,” she said.
play with one another or for others now.” She has used the time in quarantine to revisit pieces of music she hasn’t practiced in many years, such as etudes and
Missing the emotional connection Wayne Wells, the MSO’s principal trombone, has spent quarantine at his home in Etlan, Va., with his wife and dogs.
solos, and has focused more on relaxation techniques while playing. “Although I prefer to have a stack of music to practice for a
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Our strong community, supported by leaders written by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE ENGAGEMENT FOR LEADERSHIP WASHINGTON COUNTY
We are extremely proud of our Leadership Washington County and Leadership Hagerstown graduates as they have responded to our community’s needs. We would like to acknowledge and recognize some of our incredible graduates:
As of mid-May, the fund was nearing $250,000, and is providing grants to Washington County nonprofit agencies who are serving our community through this incredible time of need. For more information, to submit an application or to donate, go to unitedwaywashcounty.org/covid19-action.
Stacey Crawford is president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Washington County MD Inc.
Mark Harrell, president/CEO of CNB Bank, speaks during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new CNB Bank branch in the Long Meadow Shopping Center in Hagerstown.
With guidance from Heather Guessford (LWC Class 26, 2013), president and CEO of the United Way of Washington County, and Stacey Crawford (LWC Class 30, 2017), president/CEO of the Community Foundation of Washington County MD Inc., the two organizations created the Washington County COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Fund.
Heather Guessford United Way
Our community bankers at CNB Bank, led by President and CEO Mark Harrell (LH Class 12, 1999) and Middletown Valley Bank, led by President and CEO BJ Goetz (LH Class 18, 2005), stepped in to help their customers weather the economic downturn and apply for the Paycheck Protection Program.
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38 Dr. Boyd Michael (LWC Class 22, 2009) led Washington County Public Schools to shift its teaching platform to a virtual experience for nearly 22,000 students. WCPS continues to support local children by providing food via the Meal Machine at many locations throughout the county. The staff has utilized Washington County Technical High School 3D printers to produce shields for the county’s medical staff.
Dr. Boyd Michael
Washington County Chamber of Commerce director of operations Donna Long and president Paul Frey discuss Chamber business.
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce, with employee support from graduates Donna Long (LH Class 19, 2006) and Tim Luipersbeck (LWC Class 31, 2018), continues to support local businesses and provide valuable resources. Luipersbeck also started a Facebook group, Washington County Take Out & Delivery, Tim Luipersbeck dedicated to supporting small businesses and local restaurants. He has also been serving as a DJ for virtual dance parties on weekends to lift the spirits of our community and provide some fun.
Scott Bowen, principal at MSB Architects, right, and Preston Tobery, professional maker and founder of Adaptive Tech and Consulting, are pictured at the MSB Architects office in Hagerstown, describing the different versions of 3D printed face shields they have created for health-care workers.
Scott Bowen (LWC Class 30, 2017) utilized his business, MSB Architects, to design and print shields for use at Meritus Health.
Sheriff Doug Mullendore (left) salutes graduate Deputy Christopher Everitts during a Hagerstown Community College Police Academy Graduation ceremony.
Our local government leaders are doing an excellent job of communicating with the public, and we are proud of our graduates in critical leadership roles: Scott Nicewarner, administrator for the City of Hagerstown (LH Class 8, 1995), Kirk Downey, interim Washington County administrator (LH Class 17, 2004), and Sheriff Doug Mullendore (LWC Class 23, 2010).
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Salvation Army provides for those in need written by LINDA HARKCOM
and mental support is available to all who are in need.”
The global pandemic caused by the coronavirus took a toll
During the crisis, The Salvation Army’s Manna feeding pro-
on citizens around the world, including those in Washington
gram, the organization’s soup kitchen, has continued to pro-
County. While residents were doing their best to shelter in
vide meals to those in need every day.
place, many struggled physically, mentally and economically. The Salvation Army of Hagerstown has been there to help. “As we all are dealing with the coronavirus, COVID-19,
Capt. Jimmy Taylor, corps officer, Hagerstown Corps, said the biggest demand the organization has seen as a result of the pandemic is for food.
the community’s public-health crisis of homelessness,
“With children not receiving meals at school and many
poverty, providing to the elderly, families in need, the un-
families out of work, the need for basic meals has increased,”
employed, those laid off work, facing addiction, struggling
Taylor said. “Our soup kitchen served, prior to the pandemic,
with depression, anxiety or other emotional needs, is crit-
about 130 meals a day, and currently, we are seeing more than
ical,” said Heather Wincovitch, community and donor re-
200 meals a day being served.”
lations for The Salvation Army of Hagerstown. “The Salva-
The soup kitchen provides a hot, nutritious meal every
tion Army continues to provide services, doing all that we
weekday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the organization’s location
can to ensure a hot meal is available each day. We provide
on Wise Street in Hagerstown.
nonperishables to sustain each person until their next meal. Food boxes are given to individuals and families to sup-
“We are serving roughly 1,400 meals each week. We anticipate this number will continue to rise,”Wincovitch said.
plement their food resources at home. Shelter is provided
Food boxes are available Monday through Friday for indi-
through our women and children’s shelter, and emotional
viduals and families in need. Wincovitch said each box will
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the pandemic.
The Salva-
“Her housing was part of her em-
tion Army is providing an average of 15
ployment benefit,” Cover said. “There-
people/families each week. Depending
fore, she lost both her job and housing
on family size, more than one box is
the same day. She was able to find ref-
given to ensure that they can provide
uge in our shelter. Our social worker
for their families. We anticipate these
director has since been working with
numbers will continue to grow, as
her, trying to get her back into an apart-
well,”Wincovitch said.
ment. She has found a new job and is
“Since
the
crisis,
doing everything she can to move for-
Taylor said that keeping up with the
ward into a new apartment.”
demand has been a challenge. “Food and feeding supply demands are a constant need so that we can continue to serve nutritious, hot meals,”
A Washington County resident receives food from the Manna Feeding Program, also known as The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen. Submitted photo.
Even with the challenges of the pandemic, Taylor said the shelter has successfully helped those living there to get back on their feet. He mentioned a
Taylor said. “With every meal, our supply depletes. We see many people coming alongside us to
senior in high school who was kicked out of her home when
support, but with consumables, it goes as quick as it comes in.”
she turned 18 and found herself at the shelter. He said the
Taylor noted that there currently are not many organiza-
teenager was determined to continue her studies so she could
tions feeding the needy in Washington County.
graduate and pursue a career in the U.S. Air Force. She recent-
“There would be many hungry individuals, both homeless
ly left the shelter and moved in with a family member who
and poverty-stricken, that would be going without if we were
was able to help her get a job while completing her online
not continuing our services,”Taylor said.
schooling, and now is waiting for the military to begin recruitment again.
Women and children’s shelter
“Several of our clients that were struggling to find gainful
The organization’s women and children’s shelter is still
employment have been able to obtain work and are currently
open for those who are in need, and Wincovitch said new res-
saving money to begin moving out of our shelter program,”
idents have continued to be accepted throughout the crisis.
Taylor said.
“We can house up to 37 women and children to be filled to
Griffith said the shelter’s biggest challenge during the pan-
capacity by law. The shelter is running according to COVID-19
demic has been ensuring that women and children entering
restrictions,”Wincovitch said.
there are healthy and not symptomatic.
In order to follow the shelter-in-place mandate from Gov.
“We want to ensure that everyone stays healthy and is not
Larry Hogan, Taylor said the organization changed the shelter
at risk. We screen everyone, taking their temperature, having
to being open 24/7. In addition, The Salvation Army also tem-
them shower and wash all of their belongings when they
porarily suspended all exits from the shelter.
check in. Laundry, bed cloths have to be washed weekly. The
“Some of the women and children would be living on the
shelter is sanitized regularly throughout the day,”Griffith said.
streets if our shelter was not open to provide shelter. The Salvation Army women and children’s shelter is one of the few shelters available that will accept single women,” said social caseworker Nichole Griffith.
Spiritual and mental health Taylor said many people do not realize the organization is a church, as well.
Lt. Charlene Cover said a woman came to the office cry-
“So, while serving people’s physical needs is a huge part of
ing because she lost not only her job, but her home, due to
what we do, spiritual needs are, too. It is our desire to serve
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that all the staff can get downtime,”Cover said.
The Salvation Army officers, Capts. Jimmy and Ashley Tay-
Wincovitch said The Salvation Army is a constant source of
lor, are available to counsel and pray with anyone in need of
food and resources. With many establishments cutting back
emotional and spiritual care.
and having to stop serving, the organization and its staff have
On a national level, The Salvation Army introduced an emo-
become even more essential and will continue serving for as
tional and spiritual care hotline for anyone in the United
long as they are able.
States to call during the pandemic. The hotline is available
“For many, we are the only meal they get each day,” Win-
toll-free from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily at 844-458-HOPE (4673).
covitch said. “The Salvation Army is working diligently. Our
Trained Salvation Army officers and employees are available
challenge is continually providing as much as we can to those
to talk, advise and pray for individuals, families and situations.
most in need, dealing with shrinking inventories and using as
According to the organization’s website, the hotline is avail-
few hands as possible. With the necessary cut of volunteers,
able so anyone who is feeling lonely, isolated or fearful of the
the cost of wages has increased. We are paying overtime to
coronavirus outbreak can hear a friendly and reassuring voice.
staff members, having them come early or stay late to ensure that a meal for the next day will be prepared and ready to
Thrift store
serve.”
The organization’s thrift store was closed to public shop-
The organization serves people in the West End and down-
ping while the quarantine order was in effect. Wincovitch said
town Hagerstown, as well as individuals and families from
donations continued to be accepted with drive-through and
North and South Hagerstown and outlying areas, including
drop-off options.
Funkstown, Maugansville, Clear Spring and Smithsburg.
“Many people are spring cleaning, and this helped to cut
“Individuals
walk,
ride
bikes,
find
transportation,
down on things taken to (a) dump or set out at donation sites
etc. The Salvation Army is here to provide to those in need in
that have stopped taking donations. Some people are placing
all of Washington County,”Wincovitch said.
valuable items out as trash. This has also helped us to keep
As the demand for services increased, so has the need for
thrift store staff working,”Wincovitch said.
monetary and in-kind donations to keep meals and other ser-
vices flowing to those in need.
Organization obstacles and need
To make a donation, checks written to The Salva-
The virus caused The Salvation Army volunteer program to
tion Army Hagerstown can be mailed to: The Salva-
be suspended because many of the volunteers are older and
tion Army Hagerstown, P.O. Box 747, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
have underlying health risks. “We want to be proactive, looking out for their overall well-being during this critical time. Our kitchen manager,
Taylor said in-kind donations are always welcome. “Please think of how you can help to serve 200 people a day. Commercial-sized canned goods are very helpful,” he said.
along with the captain, lieutenant, administrative and main-
Griffith and Cover said the shelter is in need of towels;
tenance staff members, prepare and serve meals,” Winco-
washcloths; sheets; comforters; shower curtains; toiletries
vitch said.
and hygiene items; cleaning supplies; kitchen items, including
Cover said the lack of volunteers and the staffing challenge it created has been the biggest obstacle the shelter has had to face during the crisis.
pans, cooking utensils, etc.; and reading and coloring books for children. “The Salvation Army provides to those most in need, let-
“Our shelter staff is all working long hours due to the pan-
ting them know that they are not invisible, that they are ac-
demic and is on the verge of burnout due to the extra hours
knowledged. As this crisis continues, we will continue to be
that they have to work. Therefore, myself and the social-ser-
there for them, overcoming the barriers and placing dignity at
vice director stepped in, and each works a shift per week so
the heart of all our actions,”Wincovitch said.
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the gut microbiome, which is linked to a robust immune sys-
The immune system is a powerful component of the hu-
tem. The microbiome also may prevent harmful pathogens
man body. The immune system recognizes when viruses,
from entering the body through the digestive tract. Data
bacteria and other foreign invaders enter or compromise the
also suggests that eating more fermented foods can further
body, and then takes action to prevent illnesses from taking
strengthen and populate healthy bacteria in the gut.
over. The average person can help his or her immune system
• Exercise regularly. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exer-
do its job more effectively by making the immune system as
cise per day, advises the American Heart Association. Thirty
strong as it can be. Harvard Medical School says that diet, exercise, age, and psychological stress may affect immune system response. Certain lifestyle choices can promote a strong immune system. • Get adequate sleep. Doctors believe sleep and immunity are closely tied. A study of 164 healthy adults published by the National Institutes of Health found those who slept fewer than six hours each night were more likely to catch a cold than people who slept for more than six hours. Aim for adequate rest each night to keep your body in top form.
minutes of exercise each day can go a long way toward keeping the body healthy. The U.S. National Library of Medicine says physical activity may help flush bacteria out of the lungs and airways. Exercise causes changes in antibodies and white blood cells. These antibodies and white blood cells circulate rapidly, so they may detect illnesses earlier than they would if you do not exercise. Body temperature also rises during exercise, which could naturally prevent bacteria from growing. • Try to minimize stress. According to Simply Psychology, when people are stressed, the immune system's ability
• Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables. Fruits and
to fight off antigens is reduced, making people more sus-
vegetables supply the powerhouse antioxidants that are
ceptible to infections. The stress hormone corticosteroid can
essential for protecting a body against free radicals. Free
suppress the effectiveness of the immune system. Limiting
radicals may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other
stress through meditation and breathing exercises, or trying
diseases. Serve fruits and/or vegetables with every meal to
to remove stressors from one's life, may help.
ensure you're getting enough antioxidant-rich foods. • Consume fiber and fermented foods. Fiber can help feed
A healthy immune system is vital to fending off or recovering from illness.
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Health food or sugar bombs? written by BRANDY (BAXTER) STAYMAN REGISTERED DIETITIAN
great year-round) to sweeten a smoothie. Include a protein source. Balance the carbohydrates in
Summer is a great time to whip up nice, cold smoothies.
the fruit with adequate amounts of protein, which makes
They’re refreshing and a great way to use up produce. With
smoothies more filling. Protein can come in powder form or
vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and fluids all in one
from yogurt (Greek yogurt is ideal due to its higher protein
package, they add a ton of nutrition to your diet, as well.
content). If using yogurt, look for the lowest possible sugar
These nutrients can have immunity-boosting and anti-in-
content - ideally 9 grams of sugar or less per serving.
flammatory effects that help your body work at its best.
Fat is your friend! Especially if you are consuming a
However, it’s important to prepare a smoothie the right
smoothie for breakfast, having a balance of all three mac-
way or it can be a source of excess sugar in your diet and
ronutrients - protein, fat and carbohydrates - is important.
leave you feeling hungry an hour later. Here are some tips
Add a small amount of heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory fat
for creating a perfectly balanced smoothie that will be satis-
to your smoothie to keep you full and give you a nutritional
fying and great for you:
boost. Healthy fats include avocado, ground flaxseed, chia
Leave out the fruit juice. Fruit juice adds a ton of unnecessary sugar to smoothies and has no fiber. Use the natural sweetness of ripe, in-season fruit (or use frozen, which is
seeds and plant-based butters such as peanut, almond or sunflower. Sneak in the veggies. If you’re not a big vegetable eater,
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INGREDIENTS adding some to a smoothie might help sneak some extra vitamins and fiber into your diet. Leafy greens such as spinach or kale are popular, and beets go great with fruit flavors. Tips for using leafy greens in smoothies: Freeze them ahead of time so they blend easier. If you choose kale, remove the bitter stems before adding it to your smoothie. Unsure if you’ll like veggies in your drink? Start with a small portion and gradually increase how much you use. Smoothie extras. Utilizing extracts like vanilla or almond can enhance the flavor of smoothies. Cocoa powder and cinnamon can add fun twists. The combinations are endless! Brandy (Baxter) Stayman is a registered dietitian with Optimal Health Nutrition Counseling, a division of Capital Women’s Care. Nutrition questions can be submitted to her blog at brandnewyounutrition.wordpress.com/contact.
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• 1 to 1.5 cups fruit (fresh or frozen) • 1-2 Tbsp. healthy fats (ground flaxseed, chia seeds, nut or sunflower butters) • ½ cup yogurt (Greek or regular) or 1-2 scoops protein powder • 1 cup liquid of choice (unsweetened almond, soy or cow’s milk) • 1 cup veggies (optional) • Ice (optional; likely not needed if using frozen fruit)
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Dr. Frank Collins, chief of surgical services at Meritus Medical Center, demonstrates the new da Vinci system. Using hand controls and a three-dimensional monitor, the surgeon directs tiny tools to operate on a patient, represented by the white item on the wheeled stretcher at left. Photo by Mike Lewis.
New da Vinci Surgical System at Meritus Health brings shorter hospital stays, faster recovery time
written by LAUREN LAROCCA
Kristie Rush, 47, was one of the
At first blush, the new da Vinci Surgical System might
first patients to receive surgery
sound like something out of a science-fiction film: Robotic
with the new system. She had a
arms that perform surgery on a patient while a doctor sits
partial hysterectomy in January.
nearby behind a screen and controls its movements.
“They told me I was the first
But in fact, doctors have performed robot-assisted surger-
person to use it,” she said recent-
ies since the 1980s. The technology for these minimally inva-
ly from her home in Hagerstown.
sive surgeries is becoming increasingly advanced.
“When I was in pre-op, they
Meritus Health near Hagerstown recently introduced a
(doctors and nurses) talked to
new robotic member to its team: The da Vinci Surgical Sys-
me about it and explained how it
tem. It allows doctors to perform minor surgeries with ro-
works. Because it was new, there
botic arms by manipulating their movements through a 3D
were a lot of people in the operating room with me.”
Kristie Rush
screen, about 10 feet from the patient on the operating ta-
Dr. Randolph Lizardo was on hand to oversee the oper-
ble. Because of its precision, surgeries performed with the da
ation. A doctor based in Rockville, Md., he had experience
Vinci system result in smaller wounds and less stress overall
operating the machine and helped to implement its use in
on the body, which means a reduction in the need for pain
Hagerstown.
medicine and a faster recovery time.
Rush was stunned by the results.
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51 “A partial hysterectomy is a major surgery,” she said.“I lit-
imaging of things that are normally more difficult to see,”
erally only took ibuprofen for a few days — four or five days
Dr. Collins said.“We can actually visualize, say, the bile ducts
— and that was it. After a couple of days, I wouldn’t have
coming out of the liver, and we can also see tissue perfusion.”
even known I had a surgery — had I not known I had a sur-
One limitation to the da Vinci is the lack of tactile feed-
gery. In three weeks, I was completely healed. From start to
back it provides for surgeons. A doctor will feel pressure, but
finish, it was amazing to me.”
that’s the extent of what he or she is able to feel through the
She also pointed out that she was left with only four tiny scars from the incision.
machine. “So, there is still a point in doing open surgery for certain
Dr. Frank Collins, a gener-
things,” Dr. Collins said. “For some cases, a standard lapa-
al surgeon and trauma surgeon,
roscopy is still preferred … and bringing a robot in is simply
and Angie Francart, a registered
going to add cost and delay because it’s a more complicated
nurse, are the surgical services
piece of equipment that you really don’t need.”
dyad directors at Meritus and
Francart has witnessed patients needing less opioids
were in charge of implementing
post-surgery and quicker releases from the hospital.
the da Vinci system. Francart,
“As we become more proficient in the robotics, the turn-
who came to Meritus two years
around will be quicker, too, so we will be able to do more
ago, has worked in major trau-
surgeries in a shorter amount of time,” she said.
ma centers and has an extensive background in implementing ro-
Angie Francart. Photo courtesy of Meritus Health
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botics systems at hospitals. Dr. Collins explained that there is a steep learning curve with the new machine that includes extensive training, but its benefits are paying off. He noted that doctors get a stereoscopic view through a screen when performing surgery. “It’s like a View-Master, where you have some depth perception. You have a 3D view, so that’s a big advantage,” Dr. Collins said.
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The system also has the capacity to use staplers in a more precise way than human hands could. “Stapling is an intrinsic part of what we do in surgery,” Dr. Collins said.“Those instruments in the robotic system are smart. They have microchips built into them so that the staples are perfectly formed under the right amount of tension, which is healthier for the body to heal. If the staples are too tight, obviously the tissue is squished, and the blood flow may not be good.” The machine also includes FireFly fluorescence imaging, which, after a fluorescent dye is given to the patient through an IV, allows for real-time internal images. “For certain cases, it’s useful because it allows for detailed
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Pictured in a wheelchair at discharge after treatment for COVID-19 is Alhassan Bangura, 38, of Hagerstown, with, standing left to right, Melanie Heuston, chief nursing and patient care services officer; Haley Cline, RN; and Maulik Joshi, Dr.P.H., president and CEO of Meritus Health.
When Alhassan Bangura, 38, started coughing and developed a fever and stomach pains in late March, he thought he had the flu. Days later when the Hagerstown resident had difficulty breathing, he knew it was time to go to Meritus Medical Center’s emergency department. “I could not lay down,” says Bangura. “When I’d sit up straight, I was fine, but when I laid down, I was having trouble breathing.” Physicians at the emergency department isolated Bangura and performed several tests, including one to see if he had
COVID-19 – the infectious respiratory disease that has spread around the world. The test revealed he was positive for the virus. “I was in good health before this,” says Bangura. “Surprisingly, I had just gone to my doctor for a visit, had blood work and was told everything was ‘looking good.’ Then the virus hit and everything went 360.” Within days of being diagnosed, Bangura’s health declined. He was placed on a ventilator to try and improve his health and remained on it for 12 days.
To celebrate Bangura’s discharge, staff members from across the hospital lined the hallways, waving and cheering as he said his goodbyes. At Meritus Medical Center, this gathering is called a “Celebration Rocky” and is now held in honor of COVID-19-recovered patients as they are being discharged. “I did not expect that,” says Bangura. “It felt so good. I tried to record it for my family to see, but I couldn’t because I got so emotional, my hands were shaking.” While he is still isolating himself from his family as a precaution, Bangura says he is thankful to be back home. As for families experiencing a similar situation, he has some advice. “Don’t give up,” says Bangura. “Don’t ever give up.”
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The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the lives
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Area CBD producers, store owners tout benefits of natural medicine written by LAUREN LAROCCA
Products in the CBD world continue to grow and diver-
Matt Rempe’s life — and career — changed two years ago
sify, ranging from capsules, tinctures, vapor cartridges and
after he suffered a Transient Ischemic Attack, also known as
ingestibles (chocolate, gummies, even “moonrocks”) to top-
a TIA or ministroke. In the weeks that followed, he began to
ical salves, creams and balms, as well as products for pets.
experience debilitating anxiety attacks.
Oil-based tinctures are perhaps the most versatile (they can
“I’d never had anxiety issues prior to that, but I was having
be directly ingested, applied topically or used in cooking, for
30 to 40 anxiety attacks a day,” he said. “I couldn’t really get
instance), and they’re also key for those who are abstaining
out of bed for a month or two.”
from alcohol and want to avoid alcohol-based tinctures.
Rempe, aka DJ Minus Nine, decided to try a broad-spec-
Rempe’s store opened in December 2019, complete with a
trum CBD tincture made by Hemplucid after a friend sug-
DJ booth and CBD cooking classes. The store is temporarily
gested it. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a phytocannabinoid found
closed due to COVID-19, but products are available online at
in hemp.
www.abovethecloudscurative.com until it reopens.
“Within five to seven days, all my anxiety completely stopped,” he said.“I was like, ‘This is real.’ It changed my life. Literally.”
Benefits of CBD products It Is estimated that cannabis contains more than 100 can-
He still considers Hemplucid to be one of the best CBD
nabinoids (active constituents of the plant), but not all of
companies on the market and recently began selling its
them have been studied. THC and CBD, the most-studied
products and others at his CBD store, Above the Clouds Cu-
and well-known cannabinoids, have known anti-inflamma-
rative, on North Potomac Street in downtown Hagerstown.
tory and antioxidant properties. CBD tends to have a calm-
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nabinoids naturally, CBD products
in small amounts, can trigger anxiety in some people. An increasing number of people are discovering the benefits of CBD
can be beneficial to supplement the District Cannabis Honey: Organic honey, coconut oil and sunflower lecithin make this product highly bioavailable and versatile. It can be added to coffee, tea and recipes. Dosages include 100 mg CBD to 5 mg THC ratio. Photo by Jon Foshee
products for topical and internal use. CBD is most commonly used for anxiety and relief of pain -
body’s natural supply. “You can take Ambien for chronic sleep issues, but you might wake up feeling like a zombie,” Craig said.
“CBD might work just as well, without those side effects.”
chronic and acute - but it has also been used to treat myriad
To be clear, CBD products — in fact, all medicinal plants
conditions, including epilepsy and fibromyalgia. That said,
— can produce side effects and have drug interactions. As
CBD products are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
with any supplements, it’s important to do some research
Administration.
and talk with a professional before using CBD.
“A lot of people refer to CBD as nonpsychoactive, but we
“You have to look into the company you’re dealing with
prefer to refer to it as nonintoxicating,” said Grace Hyde,
and what’s in their products, but that’s the same for any
chief of operations at District Cannabis. The company, which
product — any supplement you take, any food you eat,” ”
is based in Washington, D.C., but has a new location in
Rempe said.“That’s a standard at this point, if you’re putting
Hagerstown, grows cannabis and formulates THC and CBD
something into your body.”
products. “Some of the main benefits of CBD is that it helps
Companies should post their third-party lab results on
with anxiety and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and
their websites, he said, and consumers can further verify the
epilepsy — all things that are acting on the psyche. You’re
authenticity of those tests by researching the labs.
not going to feel that classic sense of euphoria or feeling
Another tell-tale trick to verifying a product’s quality is
high that THC is going to give you, but you can definite-
checking the dosage. Authentic CBD products should be
ly feel a mental effect. Being anti-inflammatory is the No.
sold in 250- to 500-milligram increments, Rempe said. A
1 component making CBD so popular,” she continued. “In-
product with 650 milligrams of CBD per dosage, for exam-
flammation is a huge problem in America. We see it in things
ple, is questionable — and most likely fake, he said.
like autoimmune diseases, cancer could be a byproduct of inflammation … I have to imagine that’s why CBD has taken off like wildfire.” Tyler Craig, co-owner of Independent Pharmacy Hemp Oil, said some of his patients use CBD for depression, anxiety, pain and nausea.
Choosing a product When it comes to selecting a product, store owners and staff are typically happy to help customers figure out what’s best for them. Some people need CBD for daily maintenance. For in-
Craig formed IPHO in 2019 with business partners Ben
stance, Hyde, of District Cannabis, often sees people with
Stonesifer and Dave Shetter. The pharmacist-owned com-
chronic anxiety benefiting from taking a 20:1 ratio product
pany manufactures CBD products in McConnellsburg, Pa.,
each morning as part of their daily ritual and as a preventive
which are distributed to companies across the U.S.
measure for maintaining a state of equilibrium.
“How does one plant help in so many ways?”Craig asked.
Customers with chronic pain might opt for a CBD cap-
“Because we all have an endocannabinoid system, and when
sule because it provides extended, time-released relief, while
it’s out of balance, a lot of things are disrupted. Your whole
someone experiencing acute pain might want to use a topi-
body functions around an endocannabinoid system, and
cal variety or a vaporizer cartridge, which are activated in the
there are more CB1 and CB2 receptor sites in the body than
body more quickly.
all the other receptor sites combined.” Craig explained that while the human body produces can-
Tobi Brechbiel, owner of Your CBD Store locations in Chambersburg and Camp Hill, Pa., and Hagerstown, recent-
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attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), he began using CBD a few years ago. One of his favorite products is the store’s water-soluble topical cream, which provides pain relief in a matter of minutes. “Your body has an endocannabinoid system. It doesn’t have a prescription drug system,” Brechbiel said. “I like that CBD is natural. I live off of it these days.”
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For more than 75 years, Smokey Bear has been spreading the message to all ages that people have the power to prevent wildfires. Photo submittted.
A voice in the
wilderness Smokey Bear has timeless fire prevention message written by MEG H. PARTINGTON photos courtesy of MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Images of campfire flames dancing in a breeze might bring back fond memories, but if the remaining embers are not fully extinguished, any nearby wooded lands might also be remembered only in past tense. Backyard brush left burning on a windy day, discarded woodstove ashes that aren’t completely cool and cigarette remnants that are still smoldering also can destroy trees and other plant life in the forests that many species call home.
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Smokey Bear is featured on a sign along U.S. 40 east of Hagerstown. Herald-Mail archive photo
lack leaves, radiant heat from the sun and wind can reach
Landowners can be held accountable for forest fires they
the forest floor, and warming temperatures dry dead vegeta-
cause, said Williamson, who is based in Inwood, W.Va. A
tion, leaves and woody debris, allowing them to burn readily,
misdemeanor charge for an accidental fire can lead to a fine
he wrote.
of up to $1,000, while setting fire to someone else’s land is a felony with much higher consequences, he added. Sudden changes in the weather can turn a controlled burn into a problem.
Drought and/or unseasonably warm temperatures in summer and winter also create the potential for wildfires, and windy days and steep terrain compound fire danger throughout the year, he added.
“Most of them are surprised how quickly the fire spread,” Williamson said of landowners with whom he has spoken after a fire broke out. He doesn’t have to preach to them, though: “The fire teaches the lesson,” he said.
A bear with a timeless message When speaking to groups, Wolfe describes how important forests are for creation of oxygen and erosion control, and lists products made from trees that are used in everyday life.
While we are only in the early stages of summer, autumn
He also talks about things that harm woodlands, including
- one of the fire seasons in the Northeast - will soon be upon
improper logging, excessive development and carelessness.
us. Spring is the other primary time of year when forest fires
Then there’s fire, which can harm the habitats of the animals
are most likely in this region of the country and as far west
and insects that rely on them, can destroy human homes,
as Minnesota, Wolfe said.
and claim the lives of people and countless creatures.
In his article, Wolfe wrote that when trees begin to go dor-
To emphasize the dangers of fire, Wolfe and Williamson of-
mant for the winter, their leaves die, dry out and fall to the
ten bring along a furry friend who has been the face of blaze
ground, covering forests with highly flammable natural ma-
prevention for 75 years. Typically, a teacher or representative
terial. The spring fire season is from mid-February to the end
from a fire department dons the Smokey Bear costume at
of May, he wrote. The cold temperatures and frost during
educational presentations, fire department functions, sport-
that time cause vegetation to die or go dormant. When trees
ing events, parades and other community gatherings where
safety is discussed. On occasion, Wolfe and Williamson have worn the suit, which usually is made of canvas and fur.
flee from a forest fire. On Aug. 9, 1944, the USFS, in collaboration with several artists, unveiled a bear with human features to the public, first with this message: “Smokey says
“I try to let the young foresters get the chance to do that,”
care will prevent 9 out of 10 fires,” Wolfe wrote. The word-
Williamson said with a laugh. “It gets very hot,” he said, and
ing changed to “Only YOU can prevent forest fires,” then, in
on days when temperatures are high, it should only be worn
2001, it was revised again to “only you can prevent wildfires”
for 15 to 20 minutes at a time. Some of the costumes are
to encompass blazes that occur in brush and grass.
equipped with vests that hold ice packs, he added.
A real bear gave even more credence to the symbolic one’s
Smokey marked his 75th anniversary as a national sym-
words. In 1950, in the Capitan Mountains of New Mexico,
bol for fire prevention on Aug. 9, 2019. The Ad Council, U.S.
a young bear was caught in the Capitan Gap Fire. He took
Forest Service (USFS) and National Association of State
refuge in a tree and survived, but was badly burned, accord-
Foresters use him to spread the message that “only you can
ing to Wolfe. A forest ranger rescued the bear, named him
prevent wildfires.”
Smokey and nursed him back to health, Wolfe wrote. The
“He’s an advertising campaign that’s lasted 75 years,”Williamson said. In his story for The Maryland Natural Resource, Wolfe ex-
famous bear was given a home at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., and was there until his death in 1975. He was buried in a state park in Capitan, Wolfe wrote.
plained how Walt Disney loaned the image of Bambi to the USFS for one year as a fire-prevention symbol because the
Be part of the prevention
1942 Disney movie of the same name featured a scene in
It’s camping season, and while Wolfe wants people to
which the young deer, his father and other forest animals
spend more time outdoors, he does not encourage people to
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planning, fire risk assessments and hazard fuel-reduction
cause they can’t check to see if it’s completely extinguished.
projects.
If campers build a fire, Wolfe said they should have water
The DNR website outlines ways homeowners can prepare
nearby and drown the flames, then mix the water in with the
for a wildfire to minimize and/or prevent losses, including
embers. They should check in a few hours to make sure no
establishing a safety zone of at least 30 feet surrounding
embers are still burning and check again the following day,
homes and outbuildings. There, vegetation should be con-
he said.
trolled and the area be free of dead debris, leaves and oth-
Wolfe also discourages people from bringing their own
er flammable growth. Roofs, exteriors, decks, porches and
firewood to a campsite because they could introduce dam-
fences should be constructed with fire-resistant materials,
aging pests into the ecosystem.
according to the site. People also should maintain access
“You’ve got to follow the rules and regulations where
routes to their homes for emergency vehicles.
you’re going” in terms of campgrounds and fires, said Wolfe, who has been with the forest service for 26 years. He recommended going to the U.S. Forest Service or National Park Service websites for guidelines. Since part of his job is responding to wildfires, Wolfe sometimes talks to those who accidentally started them, including children. “They all have stories,” he said.
Sometimes, fire is a good thing While Smokey’s reminders about the consequences of being careless with fire outdoors are still relevant, Williamson said there are times when forest fires are necessary. “Fire is only a bad thing in the wrong place at the wrong time,”said Williamson, who has been with the W.Va. division since 2014, but was with the U.S. Forest Service for 13 years.
Sometimes, youths say they saw their parents start camp-
He said prescribed burns are used to clear tens of thou-
fires and wanted to try doing it on their own with matches
sands of acres a year on federal land to reduce the amount
or lighters. He encourages them never to play with fire and
of natural fuel that could spark a larger fire, to create more
if they see flames, tells them to get assistance from an adult
undergrowth on forest floors so diverse species can thrive
and/or call 911.
and to clear space for reforestation.
Wolfe also said those who are planning to do a controlled
Prescribed burns are particularly common in the South-
burn of things such as brush should call 911 beforehand so
east, Williamson said, because the woods are largely com-
fire companies are aware and can be on alert if things get
posed of pine trees, which depend on fires for regeneration.
out of control.
Plus, the land is flatter, so it’s easier to control flames, he
A Maryland DNR program called Firewise Maryland aims to reduce the threat of wildfires in the Wildland-Urban Interface, the zone where human development is mixed with forests and other natural vegetation. It offers free services to
added. “It’s a main tool in the toolbox,” Williamson said.
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RESOURCES Firewise Maryland: dnr.maryland.gov/forests/Pages/fire/firewise.aspx Firewise USA: www.firewise.org Maryland DNR: DNR .maryland.gov West Virginia Division of Forestry: WVforestry.com Ready, Set, Go!: wildlandfirersg.org
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Learning should be FUN – for children and adults
This colorful block wall is a "fortress" that was built by Carson Humphrey, 4, in the City Park area of Discovery Town. Its purpose was to keep "dinosaurs from breaking in."Submitted photos.
written by BRITTANY WEDD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DISCOVERY STATION AT HAGERSTOWN INC. Rylee Ferguson learns while playing in the Little Sprouts Grocery Store.
At Discovery Station, we wholeheartedly believe that learning should be fun. We fully embrace the notion that playing is learning, and as a result, our nonprofit children's museum is brimming with laughter, imagination, curiosity, and, more importantly, engaged minds. One of the things I have seen repeatedly in my line of work is that parents and caregivers often experience a sense of intimidation when approaching at-home instruction related to science, technology, engineering, art or math (STEAM). But that doesn't need to be the case, especially when you're incorporating handson play in your learning activities. Instruction should not be limited to a classroom-like setting, where children sit quietly at a desk and are required to follow an in-depth lecture by a person with a master’s degree. Children learn in different ways and at different stages. To get the most from any learning experience, though, children need to be engaged physically and mentally. Studies have shown that when you incorporate meaningful play into lessons – textiles, toys, theater and dance – children are more attuned to what they're experiencing, which enables them to develop a broader understanding of what they're supposed to be learning. When you combine different forms of play into your lessons, you're not only making it easier on yourself, but you're setting up your child for success. At Discovery Station, we tackle complex topics and make them simple and fun for children to understand. We also make sure our programs are easy to replicate so
Roman Claggett, 4, learns number recognition while "ringing" up other children at the Little Sprouts Grocery Store play register.
parents and caregivers can extend learning experiences at home. Let's take a look at some of them.
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ues for children that they can use during
Kids are natural engineers. They are
a trip to a grocery store. For example,
continually building and designing
you might write, "one loaf of bread, five
things within their little worlds. In our
apples, two containers of juice." With
City Park area of the Discovery Town
younger children, it's essential to in-
exhibit, there is a construction zone,
clude a picture of what they should be
where children can build with giant
looking for while they shop.
foam blocks of various sizes and col-
It's OK if you don't know everything
ors. During our programs in that space,
about a particular subject. Learning
we encourage children to build forts,
about something new together is a great
castles and houses. While they are do-
way to show children that learning is a
ing so, they learn to count, make size comparisons (measurement), develop number relationships (more/less),
This tower of cups was built by Samaya Khan during the Bester Community of Hope outreach event Babypalooza. Kids used different textiles to build structures. Submitted photo.
solve problems, develop social and emotional skills, and learn new vocabulary. Parents and caregivers can easily do engineering activities
lifelong process. It will help them develop the confidence to try new things and make discoveries. As Fred Rogers once said, "Play is
often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning, but for children, play is serious learning."
at home with their children by using plastic cups. Children
For more information about how to incorporate STEAM
can take the Plastic Cup Tower Challenge and build the tall-
learning at home or for activity ideas, follow us on social
est tower using a select number of cups – 15, 30 or 45. Ask
media; call 301-790-0076; or go to discoverystation.org.
open-ended questions while they're constructing their towers to gauge their level of engineering comprehension.
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• "What do you think would happen if you made a tower with a tiny base but a large top?" • "Why did the tower collapse when you added the last cup?" • "How can you change your design to make the tower even taller?" Pro tip: Add to the fun with construction worker costumes. Children will step into their role as an engineer if they're able to wear hard hats and vests. Math Believe it or not, kids can have a lot of fun when learning new math skills. We incorporate math elements into every feature of our Little Sprouts Grocery Store exhibit. Children costs. They count the number of fruits and vegetables left in the bins in the produce section. It's easy to incorporate math into your daily lives. Parents and caregivers can create shopping lists with numerical val-
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Imagine Your Story: Summer Reading Club 2020 FA M I LY written by SARAH NADEAU COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS WASHINGTON COUNTY FREE LIBRARY Washington County Free Library staff look forward to the
chance to share fairytales and folklore with a new genera-
Summer Reading Club all year long. We start planning for
tion! Whether it's reading books together online or coming
the next summer as soon as the program ends each year, pre-
up with new folktales together while on a nature walk, Sum-
paring fun activities, finding engaging presenters, and mak-
mer Reading Club is an opportunity to learn, play, share, and
ing sure each reader finds their perfect book. This year, plan-
grow together.
ning for the Summer Reading Club in the time of COVID-19
For adults, this is a great time to think about y ourstory.
has presented new challenges. Luckily, librarians are a crafty
Your story features a unique hero who has faced troubles,
bunch and have worked hard to find creative ways to sup-
experienced magical moments, and, even now, continues
port the community during such uncertain times.
on an exceptional journey. We can learn from one anoth-
For many years, the Summer Reading Club has been a
er’s stories and create hopeful new narratives as our com-
community fixture during the summer months. A free, self-
munities come together. And, of course, we can learn from
paced reading program for all ages, the Summer Reading
and find comfort in the millions of stories available with a
Club is a great way for children to continue learning and
library card.
prevent “summer slide,” for families to spend time together
We hope Summer Reading Club 2020 will be one of the
inside and outside of the library, and for adults to expand
best yet, though it may be a bit different than past summer
their reading horizons. Last year, participants cumulatively
programs with more virtual programs and digital resources.
read for over 2,010,500 minutes!
It’s not too late to sign up for this fun, free program for all
This year’s Summer Reading Club theme is “Imagine Your Story.” Fantastic images of grand castles, fierce dragons, and enchanting characters come to mind. This is a wonderful
ages and celebrate stories together! For more information about this program and other library services, please visit washcolibrary.org.
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During online science sessions, brothers Huxley and Emory learned about seed germination. A student made flower vases, bottom right, during a lesson on creating art from recycled materials. Grant funding from the Maryland Department of Labor allowed for members to receive an online learning kit, top right, with a robot and materials that teach computer science and computational thinking. Submitted photos.
BEACON HOUSE uses digital platform to provide learning activities written by ANTHONY WILLIAMS BEACON HOUSE FOUNDER AND CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER Well, here we are ... the summer of 2020, and I do not think any of us thought that 2020 would turn out the way it has.
things would be back up and running.
structivism) through experiences, with
Little did I know that we would be
the learner actively participating in the
under a stay-at-home order for more
process. It was essential that we keep
than two months and then experience
a hands-on component, so we added
a summer with no sign of possible
hands-on materials to support the ac-
in-person activities.
tive learning process.
Luckily, we stayed on top of grant
We also host eight free weekly live
officer of a nonprofit organization that
opportunities that were presented,
Zoom events to provide access to all
works with youth, seniors and other
including one from the Maryland De-
families. We found that many families
adults in person, restrictions in place
partment of Labor that targeted com-
quickly had schedules filling up during
to prevent the spread of the coronavi-
panies seeking funds to retool and
the day with Zoom or other calls
rus have drastically changed how we
redesign their methods of continuing
for work and school, so we upload-
operate to fulfill our mission. It really
their missions. We took this as an op-
ed many of our activities to YouTube,
hurt my heart when, in mid-March, our
portunity to design an online presence
where families can access fun activ-
doors had to close to our programs at
on a new digital platform.
ities or read-aloud stories at any time
As the founder and chief creative
all of our physical locations. I thought
One of our key philosophies is that
of day or night. As I write this, we are
that would last a couple of weeks and
learning should be constructed (con-
in our eighth week of this model, and
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Nora and Patrick created cute creatures for their recycled art project during week five of the online learning program. Submitted photo.
have created affordable digital summer
these a priority this summer. Our goal
camps to keep kids active, engaged and
is to build fun and engaging materials
healthy as they learn.
for the digital platform and focus the
Sydney made this beautiful flower as part of her art project during week six of the online learning program. Submitted photo.
Summer programming starts June
content on science, technology, read-
We want to support the youth in these
15, but there will be no offerings from
ing, engineering, arts and mathematics.
organizations so our community can
June 27 to July 3. Our last week of camp
We plan to add free resources to teach
stay strong academically.
will begin Aug. 17.
internet and personal safety, as well as
Through this pandemic, we have
provide activities to stay healthy and
learned to adapt, give more and find
active.
creative ways to connect with our fam-
Now, more than ever, we know it is important to help the community. Our mission is embodied in famous quotes
We hope to partner with Washing-
that drive what we do, such as “You
ton County Public Schools, OnTrack
BEACON House is a nonprofit organi-
must be the change you want to see in
Washington County, Potomac Case
zation that provides STEAM resources in
the world”(Mahatma Gandhi) and“Ed-
Management Services, Girls Inc., Boys
curriculum, consulting and professional
ucation is the most powerful weapon
& Girls Club of Washington County,
development, project-based and direct in-
you can use to change the world” (Nel-
Robert W. Johnson Community Center
structional learning. For information, call
son Mandela). I decided that BEACON
Inc., YMCA of Washington County, Fort
301-393-7209 or visit 22 N. Mulberry St.,
House Inc. would commit to making
Ritchie Community Center and others.
Suite 116, in Hagerstown.
ilies to deliver our mission.
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Planning a road trip with your pets? Keep these tips in mind
PETS written by JENNIFER DOLAN DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE CUMBERLAND VALLEY VETERINARY CLINIC
I am being optimistic during these trying and difficult
having current pictures of your pet on your cellphone.
times. I truly hope that we will have the chance to travel this
Feed your pet three to four hours prior to embarking on
summer and into fall, and these tips hopefully will make it
your trip. It is not a good idea to offer a meal in a moving
easier for you to plan trips that include your pets.
vehicle because it might cause an upset stomach. Schedule
Most travel with pets involves driving to your destination.
frequent stops for bathroom breaks. If traveling with a cat,
First and foremost, check with your destination to confirm
have a litter box in the vehicle and allow the cat to leave its
that accommodations for dogs and/or cats are available. It
carrier at rest stops to use the box. The litter box can be easily
is devastating to arrive and realize your pet cannot stay with
cleaned at rest stops. Be prepared to share the duty of super-
you, forcing you to make arrangements in an unfamiliar area with unfamiliar boarding or veterinary businesses. Take the time to prepare your pet for road travel. Start with a series of short drives near home, gradually increasing the time spent in the car to make sure your pet is comfortable with road travel. Keep your pet safe and secure in a well-ventilated crate, carrier or harness attached to a seat belt. Make a travel kit to take with you, including food, bowl, leash, waste scoop/plastic bags, medications, travel documents, a first-aid kit, favorite pillow or toys and water bottles filled with water from home. Identification of pets is very important, should they get
vising the pet in the vehicle, and never leave a pet alone in a closed vehicle. Traveling by plane with pets involves some extra measures. Check with the airline to find out, based on the pet’s size, if it can travel on board or if it has to be in cargo. A veterinary visit is required within 10 days of domestic travel to obtain a health certificate to verify the pet can travel by air and that its vaccinations are up-to-date. Whenever possible, it is best to book a direct flight. When you are traveling by air and your pet is too large to be in the cabin with you, inform all airline employees that you
lost. Have them microchipped and registered prior to any
are traveling with a pet in cargo hold. When traveling by
trips. Shelters, humane societies and veterinary hospitals
air, sedatives or tranquilizers are not recommended unless
should scan any found animals when presented – an easy
absolutely necessary. They can affect the animal’s ability to
way to find the owner. Other methods of identification in-
regulate body temperature and breathing.
clude a tag on the collar containing the owner’s contact in-
I really hope we all get to use these tips for traveling in the
formation; a temporary travel tag bearing the owner’s infor-
coming months. Enjoy your excursions, and be happy and
mation and the phone number of the travel destination; and
healthy.
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shipped,” said Wild Rose Soap founder Mi-
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chelle Kwiatkowski. “We've rescheduled
The COVID-19 outbreak changed life as
both my Blue Ridge Arts & Crafts Festival
we had known it for generations, perhaps go-
for Oct. 3 and the Harpers Ferry in Bloom
ing back to the influenza outbreak after World
festival to Sept. 12. It's been a rough time for
War I. It changed for small-business own-
artists, with all the spring festivals canceled
ers, many of whom had to adapt to rules that
that most rely on for their income.”
changed almost daily.
However, when life doles out lemons,
One small-business owner in Shepherdstown, W.Va., is
some make lemonade. Kwiatkowski became
known for her soaps and soap-making classes. She and her
one of the many everyday people and small-business own-
partners also hold craft shows in the Eastern Panhandle. All
ers who stepped up to help first responders and the gener-
that changed a few months ago. Visitor-friendly craft shows
al public in a time of need. Wild Rose Soap Co. also began
changed to “virtual” online craft shows and sales.
making hand sanitizer.
“People can see artists work online and buy/have things
“I have completed over 500 bottles already and distributed
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Wild Rose Soap Co. Hand Sanitizer was created to meet the increased demand during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Kwiatkowski also gives away hand sanitizer and other items to nonprofits, homeless shelters and women’s shelters. She relies on donations to help keep that program going. As of Mother’s Day weekend in May, she and some helpers had finished 80 gift bags containing donated items such as soaps, lotion and hand sanitizer for local women’s shelters. They included handmade cards brought by volunteers, and three large boxes full of toiletries and chocolates for organizations such as Immanuel’s House, Good Shepherd Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Bethany House, the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center and Young Lives. She has been preparing the bags for five years, and it seemed fitting this year for the mom of two young children to give something back and help those in need. Many people could not visit their mothers because of stay-at-home orders. “It’s like a bonus Mother’s Day gift to know that we brought them that joy when they might not have been recognized otherwise. It’s pretty amazing every year when we go to bag them up, to see all of the stuff these women will receive.”
CBD soap and salve.
With the current crisis came ideas for new soaps, and a line of products has been added with CBD. “We truly appreciate everyone who has made an effort to buy soaps from us, to keep our business going,” Kwiatkowski said.“We created a few new products during our stay-athome time, including a carrot soap, and a dandelion wine soap from dandelions our kids picked and the wine we made from it. And we have CBD soap and salve, with hemp from our local industrial hemp farmers at Sacred Roots Herbal Sanctuary in Shepherdstown.” Kwiatkowski is originally from Wisconsin. After living in the Washington, D.C., area for a few years, she and her family moved to Shepherdstown about seven years ago. She is a pediatric nurse and started making soap about a decade ago. “I was always into crafts and painting,”she said.“I thought I’d try soap making as a random hobby. It began as a stress
Gift bags are prepared for area shelters.
reliever, and I wanted to continue the soap-making tradition
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79 com; or call 202-525-6076. “I'm hopeful that through this pandemic, our world will emerge better than before,” Kwiatkowski said. “Business leaders can step up and help in their communities. I've seen many people move more toward shopping from local businesses, buying from local farms.” Since the world is normally fast-paced, she hopes the pandemic has shown people how to take time of my grandmother. She made soap and sold it on their farm. We named our business after her. Rose Wild was her name. Wild Rose Soap Co. was born in 2010.” Since then, she has expanded, and more than 30 shops carry her soaps. She also sells soaps at festivals and farmers markets. The art of making soap In her classes, students get “recipes” and learn the art of making soap. “They can take pictures, take video or audio record the class,” Kwiatkowski said. “It takes about two hours. They’ll
to slow down and enjoy the simple things of life. “I'm happy to see many families spending more time together, playing outside, learning together, being more grateful for the things we have, and the food we eat,” Kwiatkowski said. “They’re learning traditional skills together, like bread making, gardening, canning and soap making. I think it helps to remember the time our grandparents went through the Great Depression and world wars, that we can get through hard times and hopefully learn and grow from it, coming out stronger and better people and communities.”
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make a batch of soap using olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, cocoa butter and lye.” Essential oils and herbs are added to make a beautiful, natural soap. Students create six bars of soap that are already done and ready for use. They are made in class and take about one
ski said.“You need lye to make soap, unless you are using the
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month to cure, so students can come back later to retrieve them. Because soap contains lye, there are important lessons to learn about safety. “You have to learn how to safely work with it,” Kwiatkow-
like using a premade brownie mix. I like the cold process.” Thanks to the internet and modern modes of advertising, she said students come from all around, including Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. Her soap-making classes usually sell out far in advance. All four spring classes, which were full, were canceled due to COVID-19. A new class was scheduled for Sept. 27. For more information, find the Wild Rose Soap Co. on Facebook; go to mywildrosesoap.
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dropping lower. Because of that, my daughter asked me to rescind the contract. Her “contingency” money for her new house was significantly impacted. She, like many others, got cold feet and backed out of the offer. That was a significant
continue, we were hearing about a looming pandemic. COVID-19 definitely put a spin on things in our real estate world. Oddly enough, some clients chose to keep their houses on the market during the pandemic. Many buyers kept looking, while using required restrictions and safety measures. Houses that were priced right and showed well were go-
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ing under contract quickly. The problem was that the financing rules and requirements changed. Some people who were previously approved were no longer eligible because lenders were requiring a higher credit score, or proof of job status or pending furloughs. Many houses lost buyers and had to go back on the market. However, well-qualified home buyers were safer and often managed to settle on their homes. My daughter was looking for a house at the time. It was the third week in March, and after looking at several homes, she finally found one she loved. Excitedly, she put in an offer on a Monday and eagerly awaited a response. We were watching a news channel on which the stock market crash was being discussed. An announcer said the market was going to keep
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bacterial wipes are provided at many homes.
then rescinded, or contracts were signed, but banks with-
Since real estate is considered an essential service, we must
drew lending for some individuals whose jobs were affected.
provide excellent care to our clients and require them to take
The other side of real estate was on fire. Houses were on
extra safety precautions. Agents, buyers, sellers, apprais-
the market for a day, and multiple offers were coming in, due
ers, inspectors and loan officers are required in the real es-
to lack of inventory. The volumes started slowing down after
tate business. If all parties involved take responsibility for
the pandemic exploded.
their personal protection, there is no reason that homes can’t
The biggest impact has been on listings and invento-
be bought and sold safely.
ry. Understandably so, many people have been hesitant
If you need to sell or buy a home, find an agent who
to move or list their homes because of market uncertain-
will help you while following the guidelines provided by
ty and safety. I would expect that as this virus eases, in-
the Real Estate Commission in that state. I have listed and
ventory will start flooding the market. Some people have
sold homes during this time, and I am happy to help make
to move, and guidance from a knowledgeable real es-
this experience a pleasurable one, despite the stress of a pan-
tate agent is necessary.
demic. Stay safe!
The Maryland Real Estate Commission has provided guidelines and safety measures to help Realtors carefully
For more information, contact Jennifer Blake at Re/Max Achievers, 222 E. Oak Ridge Drive, Suite 2000, Hagerstown.
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HOME TRENDS written by METROCREATIVECONNECTION Warm weather entices people to enjoy long hours outside basking in the sun or relaxing on balmy evenings. Many of
make the dining area more comfortable. Check to see that the shade source can be adjusted to guard against the sun as it moves across the sky.
the activities people once reserved for indoors when temperatures were chilly, including dining, are moved outside as the weather warms. Even though outdoor dining can be quite enjoyable, certain factors need to be considered to ensure that each experience is as pleasurable as possible. This means focusing on comfort whenever meals are taken out-of-doors. Address insects Insects are equal opportunity invaders. Once they smell sweet or savory food items, they quickly descend for an easy bite. This means extra steps are necessary to dissuade insects from coming by. Invest in citronella candles, which can be placed around the patio to repel flying bugs. Clean up crumbs and spills promptly. Bees and wasps can be lured away with sweet traps placed around the perimeter of the property.
Dress up seating Just because furniture is made for outside doesn't mean it has to be uncomfortable. Many companies now produce very durable and attractive outdoor furniture. Weather-resistant fabrics mean rain or sunlight will not age items too quickly. Reusable place settings If you frequently dine outdoors, you may want to dine in style. Instead of disposable paper or plastic place settings, invest in colorful, durable, reusable plastic dishes, glasses and flatware, which will not break if dropped and can hold up to a dishwasher when it is time to clean up. Create the right ambience Invest in outdoor lighting, candles and hidden speakers to pipe in music and create ambience. Install privacy screens
Offer shade Too much sun can make outdoor meals less enjoyable. A patio umbrella, pergola or canopy can cut down on glare and
and foliage to establish a nice nook for outdoor dining. Outdoor dining areas can be improved with some easy modifications to existing spaces.
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during drought and dry periods written by METROCREATIVECONNECTION
during droughts or periods of dryness.
Weather can be unpredictable. Carefully developed plans
• Water wisely. The EPA notes that experts estimate that
for days spent in the great outdoors can be derailed by unex-
as much as 50 percent of the water we use outdoors is lost
pected rainstorms, while sudden bursts of sunshine can turn
to evaporation, wind or runoff due to overwatering. The
overcast afternoons into chances to get outside and breathe
EPA recommends watering primarily in the early morning
some fresh air.
and evening, after the sun goes down, so less water is lost
Lawn and garden enthusiasts know just how mercurial
to evaporation. If you have an irrigation system that uses a
Mother Nature can be, especially during summer. The spec-
clock timer, consider replacing the timer with a WaterSense
ter of drought looms every summer, but the National Weath-
labeled irrigation controller, which acts like a thermostat for
er Service's Climate Prediction Center does not anticipate
a sprinkler system, using local weather and landscape con-
any broad-scale areas of drought developing in the Lower 48
ditions to tell the sprinkler system when to turn itself on and
states in 2020. While that's good news for lawn and garden
off.
enthusiasts, it's wise to remain prepared for drought. In recognition of the difficulties drought can pose, the Environmental Protection Agency offers the following tips to
Drought and dry conditions in summer highlight the importance of conserving water.
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