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At the CHESAPEAKE BEACH The Town of Chesapeake Beach began as the dream of developers of the late 19th century who planned a grand resort on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. The State of Maryland granted a charter to the Washington and Chesapeake Beach Railway Company in 1891, and in 1894 the W&CBR was granted a charter to incorporate the Town of Chesapeake Beach. The grand schemes of the W&CBR were never to be implemented, however. A new company, the Chesapeake Beach Railway Company, took up the idea in 1896. This company completed the railway, and on June 9, 1900, the resort staged its grand opening. As the years progressed, the adjacent community of North Beach continued to develop as a neighboring cottage community. From 1900 until 1930 Chesapeake Beach was a thriving independent community. People would mainly come for day trips by railway and steamboats like “The Dixie” and “The Dreamland.” Only 28 miles from Washington, D.C., people with more leisure time would flock to Chesapeake Beach for the cool breezes and salt water. Overnight visitors could stay in the luxurious Belvedere Hotel, which was built about 1900. It was located on the north side of 17th Street overlooking the bay before it was destroyed by a fire on March 30, 1923. The resort consisted of a boardwalk over
the water and a pleasant park and picnicking area on the nearby land. On the boardwalk, one could find a bandstand, performing bears, games of chance, a carousel, casino, theaters, and many restaurants. A roller coaster, called “The Great Derby,” was constructed over the boardwalk about 1900 and operated until the late 1920’s. The Chesapeake Beach Railway brought people to the two beach town until 1935 when bankruptcy forced the railway to close down its operations. Seaside Park opened in 1930 and all the amusements were moved to land. In the late 1940s the management of the Park once again changed and so did the name; the park would be known as Chesapeake Beach Amusement Park until it finally closed in 1972. The neighboring towns of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach grew up together in conjunction with the resort. Both towns supported popular bayside activities and entertainment as well as shops. For many years the fire hall for both communities was located in North Beach while the public school was in Chesapeake Beach. Seasonal and year-round homes were built in both communities, and the population of the area grew. Source: www.chesapeake-beach.md.us
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Beach NORTH BEACH Nestled on the Chesapeake Bay’s western shore, the Town of North Beach epitomizes “land of pleasant living.” Its sevenblock waterfront contains a public fishing pier and a half-milelong boardwalk with accompanying bike path. The boardwalk is dotted with benches for residents and visitors to linger and Bay-watch. Located at the northern tip of Calvert County, North Beach also encompasses a wildlife refuge in its tidal marshlands, home to native wildlife and host to seasonal migrations. Platted in 1900, North Beach celebrated its Centennial at the turn of the millennium. Socially and culturally, the Town has a rich and diverse history. Originally settled primarily by part-time residents from nearby Washington and Baltimore, North Beach provided an ideal site for vacation cottages, as well as for those of the Chesapeake Bay’s working watermen. When the Bay bridge opened in 1955 bringing easier access to the Atlantic Ocean’s resorts, summer crowds on the western shore soon dissipated, and the end of legalized gambling brought an end as well to the heyday of North Beach as a rollicking resort. Following a period of decline, recent years have produced a rebirth of civic pride and a burgeoning sense of Historic Photocommunity. Old buildings have been removed; houses refurbished and flower beds blossom everywhere. North Beach is home to the Bayside History Museum. Located in one of
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the oldest houses in Town, the museum recently celebrated it’s third birthday. Other recent developments in the Town include a senior citizens’ apartment complex opened for occupancy in 2001 and a primary care medical facility opened in 2002. Visitors flock to North Beach each June to the North Beach House and Garden Club Tour and in August for the Town’s annual Bayfest. Local antique stores attract shoppers, while beachcombers delight in the search for fossil sharks’ teeth. Mother Nature herself is the Town’s greatest asset. Today’s population is composed primarily of year-round residents who know they’ve found “The Jewel of the Chesapeake Bay”. It’s a place to take a quiet, friendly walk around Town away from the congestion and hassle of the city, a place where government wears the face of one’s neighbor and each resident can keep a finger on its pulse and a place to call your own little bit of heaven on earth.
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INJURED? FEAR IS YOUR BIGGEST ENEMY So conquer it with these six tips from cycling’s comeback queen, Alison Tetrick.
season was over, and that she would face a long, painful recovery. What she didn’t expect, however, was the mental recovery would be harder than the physical.
When Alison Tetrick entered the Cascade Classic Time Trial in 2010, she was at the top of her game as a professional cyclist. Despite being relatively new to competitive racing, she was racking up podium spots. That season alone she had already taken first place in the Nature Valley Grand Prix Time Trial . The previous year she had won second place in the Cascade Classic, and now she was gunning for first.
“I was scared to death,” she says, of getting back on the bike. “I was terrified I was going to crash again.”
That all changed as she was barreling down a descent during the race. One cyclist near her crashed, creating a ricochet effect in a group already riding in tight formation. Another racer took out Tetrick’s front wheel, and Tetrick went down. Hard. “When it first happened, I was going in and out,” Tetrick said. “I was thinking, I can still race again today.” With adrenaline pumping, she threw one leg over her bike and tried to get back on, but passed out again. She ultimately had to be airlifted off the course. Tetrick was out cold for the next 24 hours, her body racked with seizures. First she was diagnosed with a broken pelvis, and later came the diagnosis of a traumatic brain injury. She didn’t realize how serious her condition was until she woke up in the hospital and saw the look on her dad’s face. That’s when she knew her
Fear, researchers are finding, plays an enormous role in an athlete’s recovery. In fact, it can determine whether or not an athlete ever makes a full recovery—and that fact is often overlooked, says Dr. Aaron Gray, a physician for athletes at the University of Missouri. Some athletes, he says, “almost have post-traumatic stress back to” the moment they got injured. Addressing the fear, alongside the physical injuries, is critical for recovery, a recent study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found. The study’s authors looked at a set of patients recovering from ACL reconstruction. Over the course of the patients’ recovery, the intensity of their knee pain was measured, along with the strength of the muscles around the knee, the knee’s functional range of movement, and the patient’s level of physical activity. Researchers also measured levels of kinesiophobia—pain-related fear of movement. Among the study participants, the most common reason for not having a full recovery was fear of getting hurt again. These athletes didn’t have higher levels of pain than other people in the study; they were just scared. “Our results indicate physical impairments may contribute to initial functional deficits, whereas psychological factors may contribute to longer term functional deficits in patients who report fear of reinjury or lack of confidence as a barrier to sports participation,” wrote the study’s authors. Tetrick’s fear was still alive and well at her first her big comeback race: the 2012 Sea Otter Classic in Monterrey, California. Nevertheless, she jumped onto her saddle and rode. She didn’t place, but she knew it was a huge accomplishment to
have recovered enough to be racing competitively again. The next year she went back and won the women’s division of the time trial for the Sea Otter Classic, and she’s been back on the bike ever since. How did she crush her fear? One thing that helped: She decided to take ownership of the risks she faces while racing. Each time she races, “she’s 100 percent in.” She also took the extra time she had post-injury to focus on areas of her life outside of cycling. Now she’s a graduate student in neuropsychology—with a particular interest in brain injuries. She’s also volunteering with Breakaway from Cancer , a cancer awareness group. “I needed to separate my identity from the sport,” Tetrick says. “I’m so much more than a cyclist.” If you’re struggling with fear and a lack of confidence post-injury, Tetrick and Dr. Gray have some tips to help you bounce back.
Take It Slow
Work with a trained physical therapist or sports physician to develop a gradual return-to-sport plan. This will let your body heal and helps your mind, too. Each day you do a little more, and gradually you’ll start to build the confidence to get back out there.
If You’re Feeling Blue, Get Help
For Tetrick, getting back meant working with a psychologist. It’s normal to feel blue when you can’t maintain your usual activity levels, but don’t be afraid to ask for help to deal with it. “People need to be aware of the potential tendency to feel down in the dumps as you’re recovering because you’re not able to exercise and release those endorphins that you usually do,” Dr. Gray says.
Track Your Recovery
Sometimes, even though you’re improving, it’s hard to see those gains because you’re so focused on performing at your pre-injury levels. Tetrick kept a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to track the activities she did and her mood levels each day. “If you keep track of your recovery you can see, ‘Hey, I could only walk up half the stairs last week, but this week I did all the stairs,’” she says.
Practice Positive Visualization
We usually hear about positive visualization as a useful tool for uninjured athletes. To perform well at the race, the ski racer imagines herself floating down it elegantly and winning. The same technique can be applied to athletes coming back from an injury. If you’re afraid of running after an ACL tear, for example, imagine yourself running fluidly with perfect form before you lace up your shoes and head out.
Get Your Movement Analyzed
Make sure you have good form to avoid reinjury. If you’re a skier, take a private lesson and have your technique analyzed by the instructor. If you’re a runner, get your gait assessed. If there’s a deficit in your technique, you can correct it, and if there isn’t, you can get out there with the confidence that you have perfect form.
Embrace Relaxation Exercises
When Tetrick is stressed before a race, she’ll do deep breathing exercises to calm herself down. She also comes up with little mantras to keep herself psyched. If you’re thinking a negative thought, try turning it around into a positive. “I’ll be thinking during the race, I feel awful!” she says. “And then I’ll think to myself, no, I feel awesome!” Source: http://www.outsideonline.com/fitness/bodywork/the-fit-list/Fear-is-Messing-Up-Your-Recovery-from-Injury.html
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HISTORY
Welcome to Calvert County
Established in 1654, Calvert County is one of the oldest counties in the United States. Native people lived in Calvert County 9,000 years ago, according to evidence unearthed by archaeologists at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum. Calvert County’s earliest identified settlers were Piscataway Indians. Indian tribes established villages at intervals along the river with the largest being at the mouth of Battle Creek. They grew corn and tobacco on rich farmlands that were to prove very attractive to colonists arriving from England in the early 1600’s. John Smith is reported to be the first Western man to lay eyes on Calvert County’s peninsula, describing it in his journal as he saw it in 1608 during his exploration of the Chesapeake Bay. The first English settlement in Southern Maryland dates to somewhere between 1637 and 1642, although the county was actually organized in 1654. Established by Cecelius Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore, English gentry were the first settlers, followed by Puritans, Huguenots, Quakers and Scots. In 1695, Calvert County was partitioned into St. Mary’s, Charles and Prince George’s, and its boundaries became substantially what they are today. The original location of the county seat was Calvertown, Calvert Town or Calvert Towne, on the Patuxent. When this proved to be inconvenient, the county seat was moved in 1722 by an Act of the Assembly to a tract known as “Williams’ Old Field” which was designated as the site of a new courthouse. The town created by this act was named Prince Frederick. The Courthouse was finally completed in 1732. British troops invaded Calvert County in 1780, during the Revolutionary War. A second invasion took place during the War of 1812, when Calvert County became a battleground, both on land and sea. The Battle of Barney’s Flotilla at the mouth of St. Leonard’s Creek is an exciting and important point in county history. Recently divers discovered the remains of that famous flotilla at the bottom of the creek where Barney’s men scuttled their barges to keep them from falling into British hands. During this engagement, the county court house and jail were burned. The main crop in Calvert County was tobacco, a labor-intensive crop that resulted in a reliance on slavery to make it profitable. This made the county very vulnerable to the forces that tore at the nation, resulting in the Civil War. Although Maryland was officially aligned with the North, many countians sympathized with the Confederate cause. A 8
prison camp for captured southerners was built at the mouth of Battle Creek, near the site of Calvertown.
When slavery was ended, profound changes swept the countryside. Out of necessity, the economy of the county turned away from large plantations dependent on cheap labor and to the livelihood available in the waters. In 1867, Captain Isaac Solomon established a commercial fishery in the southernmost part of the county, which became known as Solomon’s Island. A cannery and a fishing fleet combined with boat building to create a bustling economy. Life in Calvert County continued without much change into the 20th` century. The introduction of the automobile made inland travel more attractive, although the lack of good roads made for a rough ride. In 1936, the county had only 15.2 miles of paved roads. Electrification did not come to the county until 1939, when Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative began service in the area. A toll bridge was built across the Patuxent River at Hallowing Point in 1951, connecting Calvert and Charles Counties. A workboat or ferry was the only direct link with St. Mary’s County from Solomons. As recently as 1972, children in Solomons commuted to school in St. Mary’s County by boat. The Second World War brought real change to Calvert County. In 1942, Solomons became the training site for Navy and Marine detachments, with the establishment of an Amphibious Training Base at Dowell. The invasion of Normandy was simulated on the lower Cliffs of Calvert. This influx of personnel and dollars brought a new prosperity to the county. Two other improvements that have dramatically affected the county are the construction of MD Rt 4, and the Thomas Johnson Bridge. MD Rt. 4, a 38 mile-long four-lane highway began in 1964 and was completed in 1987, runs the length of the county and is named after Comptroller Louis L. Goldstein. The Thomas Johnson Bridge connects Solomons to St. Mary’s County. These changes have fueled the remarkable growth that Calvert County is experiencing today.
LOCATION AND CLIMATE Calvert County, located 30 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., is bounded on the east by the scenic Chesapeake bay and on the west by the Patuxent River. The county’s location offers strategic geographic proximity to Baltimore, Annapolis and the PAX River Naval Air Station
in Lexington Park and is accessible via major transportation networks including I-95, US 301, MD Routes 2,4, & 5, and Route 235, and the Port of Baltimore. Climate Yearly precipitation is 43.1 inches Yearly snowfall is 19.4 inches Summer temperature is 74.4 degrees F Winter temperature is 36.4 degrees F Duration of freeze-free period 200 days
(Note: Data is based on 30 year averages. Source: Maryland State Office of Climatology.)
ATTRACTIONS Calvert County has attractions that existed long before the county was founded in 1654. At Calvert Cliffs, you can dig for prehistoric sharks’ teeth and other fossils along the shoreline. For a sharp contrast to your fossil hunting, visit the nearby Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. The Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons displays some of the Calvert Cliffs fossils, along with exhibits on boatbuilding and oyster packing. It also has an 1883 cottage-style lighthouse and floating exhibit of boats that once sailed the Chesapeake Bay. Follow the boardwalk trail through Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, where you’ll find more than 100 acres of bald cypress trees. Many of them are 100-feet tall and fourfeet wide. Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, an environmental preserve where more than 70 archaeological sites trace Maryland’s history back 9,000 years, is in St. Leonard. Flag Pond Nature Park, near Lusby, has 327 acres of woods, ponds, swamps, freshwater marshes and Chesapeake Bay beaches. The Annmarie Garden is a 30-acre public sculpture park in Solomons. Stroll along the paved path through the woods and you’ll see a variety of permanent and loaned works of outdoor sculpture – the loaned collection includes sculpture from the Smithsonian Institution’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Known as the “Charm of the Chesapeake,” Calvert County offers ample opportunities for boating, hiking, camping, birding and golf.
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CALVERT COUNTY FAIR Calvert County Fairgrounds www.calvertcountyfair.com
AMERICAN INDIAN LIFEWAYS FESTIVAL Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum www.jefpat.org
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SOLOMONS CHRISTMAS WALK Island-wide, Solomons www.solomonsmaryland.com
GARDEN IN LIGHTS Annmarie Garden www.annmariegarden.org
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PATUXENT RIVER APPRECIATION DAYS Calvert Marine Museum www.calvertmarinemuseum.com
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HOUND OF THE TOWN Calling all pets! Be a part of the North Beach Hound of the Town. Dogs and their two-legged friends can enter the costume parade for dogs & dog lovers. Join us at the North Beach Boardwalk where furry friends can face off in the pet photo contest. Location: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ 9023 Bay Avenue
October 24, 2015
BOO BASH BEWARE OF GHOSTS & GOBLINS! Join the fun at the North Beach boardwalk with BOO Bash children can parade in costume on the boardwalk for prizes in a variety of categories. Local businesses will provide a safe place for children to trick or treat for candy Location: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ 9023 Bay Avenue
November 2, 2015
MONDAY MEMORIES HOUSE TOURS Each Monday, the public is invited to a free Monday Memories guided tour of Point Farm, located on Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum in Calvert County. All are welcome to enjoy the memories of Calvert County, the Patterson family, JPPM or those who once worked on the land that is now JPPM. The public is welcome to share stories, or visitors may also simply enjoy the tour and listen to the memories of others. Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Join us for a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. Tours will be given each Monday at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Please call 410-586-8501 or visit www.jefpat.org for more information. Location: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM - 2:00 @ Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum *This is an ongoing event every Monday throughout the season.
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Join us as we experience and discover the knowledge and traditions of America’s first culture. There will be people teaching and demonstrating crafts and skills, with fun things to watch and do and learn! Location: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
December 4-5 2015
SOLOMONS CHRISTMAS WALK First Friday and Saturday nights in December The Calvert Marine Museum invites you to enjoy the beauty of Solomons Island during the Solomons Christmas Walk, an annual event sponsored by the Solomons Business Association. Celebrates the spirit of the holidays in Solomons festive Chesapeake Bay village. Events abound for all ages this festive weekend. Stroll our luminaria lit streets, enjoy our holiday decorations and activities. It’s a fun-filled time of special children’s activities, a live puppet show, open house at many of our businesses, Santa’s arrival and the Lighted Boat Parade! Stroll through our luminaria streets as you enjoy the sights and the sounds of the season. Location: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
April 8, 2016
OTTERMANIA AT THE CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM! Bubbles and Squeak are the Calvert Marine Museum’s star attractions and they will be cavorting in the spotlight during OTTERMANIA. Perfect for families with pre-school and elementary age children, this day invites the kids to play like an otter, dance the Swim with our otter mascots, discover where otters live everywhere in the world and learn what makes them so special. Kids can create otter art to hang in our new Harms Gallery, make an otter mask to wear or do an otter craft. We will have a storyteller sharing Native
2015 CALENDAR 2016 OF EVENTS American myths about brother otter and games that test your senses and hone your hunting skills. Our talented face painters will be on hand and for $5 you get an otter face. Scheduled Otter Toy Workshops allow participants to create enrichment toys for Bubbles and Squeak; fee $5. Pre-registration is strongly suggested to ensure your spot. We will also be auctioning off an Otter Lovers Package during the day. Location: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
May 6, 2016
NORTH BEACH FRIDAY NIGHT FARMERS’ MARKET, CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN AND ART FAIR This weekly market offers seasonal delights from local farms including, fresh, flavorful fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, cheese, meat, seafood, fresh-baked goods, cut flowers, and bedding plants. You can sample the wines from our very own Calvert County wineries and purchase by the glass or bottle. Classic car enthusiasts can enjoy viewing some of the coolest vehicles in the area at the Classic Car Cruise-In. The vision of the NB Art Fair is to promote a vibrant art culture through the support of passionate artists who locally design and produce creative and unique art. The NB Art Fair’s program helps community-based artists and art organizations make locally produced art available to community residents and visitors. Location: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ 5th Street & Bay Avenue *This is an ongoing event every Friday night, May-October
May 7, 2016
SOLOMONS MARITIME FESTIVAL The event includes the Antique Boat and Marine Engine Show which features exhibits from over 30 collectors of antique and classic boats, and vintage marine outboard and inboard engines. You can taste traditional foods, learn how to pick crabs and shuck oysters like the pros, enjoy local gospel and old time music, see Chesapeake Bay retrievers in action, watch model boats skim the waters of the boat basin, talk with traditional crafts people as they demonstrate their skills. Free 30-minute cruises on the Wm. B. Tennison. For the kids, there will be toy boat building and more. Location: 10:00 AM - 5:00PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
July 9, 2016
SHARKFEST! Sharkfest highlights the ultimate apex predator of the marine world. Sharks are one of the most fascinating creatures. During Sharkfest, live sharks and Chesapeake Bay native Atlantic sturgeon are featured in the Corbin Pavilion. The museum is full of hands-on opportunities to explore the diversity of sharks and their remarkable history on planet Earth. Learn fascinating sharktoids, check out the evidence of damage done on fossil whale bones by prehistoric sharks, paint a shark mural, make a shark hat, get your face painted ($5 fee), play in the Shark Game Show and win a prize, and take your picture in the jaws of a Megalodon shark. The award winning Museum Store is fully stocked with all things shark for the occasion. Both vilified and
ruthlessly hunted, this keystone species is becoming seriously threatened. Evidence of sharks dates back 450 million years, and shark fossils similar to modern species date back over 100 million years. Sharks are highly adaptable and now live in every ocean in the world in warm, temperate, and cold waters. Learn why preserving these ancient animals is critical to the health of our oceans. Regular admission applies, members are free. Complimentary museum passes will not be honored and strollers are not allowed in the museum. There will be food vendors on site. Location: 10:00 AM - 5:00PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
August 27, 2016
THE 150TH CALVERT COUNTY JOUSTING TOURNAMENT The Tournament is being held for the 150th time in 2015. It is a traditional favorite among riders and spectators in Maryland. Proceeds of the Tournament and associated Bazaar and Country Supper benefit Christ Church. The Tournament is conducted under the auspices of the Maryland Jousting Tournament Association (MJTA). Location: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
September 10, 2016
SOLOMONS ISLAND KITE DAY Celebrate our annual Solomons Island Kite Day with Wings Over Washington Kite Club. At Glascock’s Field, across the street from the museum. Bring your own kite or make one at the museum. Kite kits will be on sale for $5 each, cash only. Participation is FREE and open to the public. General museum admission applies for visitation to the exhibition gallery. Kite Day is co-sponsored by the Autism-Asperger Association of Calvert County, working to build awareness of Autism, with additional support from Lighthouse Market Place, Roy Rogers, and Papa Johns. Location: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum
October 8-9, 2016
PATUXENT RIVER APPRECIATION DAYS Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) is an annual festival, which creates awareness, recognition, and promotion of the economic, social, recreational, cultural and historical impact of the tributaries and environs of the Patuxent River and the basin through which it flows. The festival is held annually on Columbus Day Weekend. The festival brings together, and reflects the continuing commitment of the community, county and state government agencies, the Calvert Marine Museum, the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, and other historical and environmental groups, which share a desire to preserve the Patuxent River and to celebrate its positive influence on the area’s quality of life, in the past, present, and future. For more information, visit the PRAD website. Location: Calvert Marine Museum
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These expert tips will help you achieve your financial resolutions within the next 12 months. It’s time to set your big financial goals for the year and make a plan for achieving them. Despite the fact that an Allianz Life survey of more than 1,000 people in November found that getting in shape is a bigger priority than improving finances for most people, 4 in 10 said they aimed to manage their money better in 2015. About a quarter of respondents said they were more likely to get help from a financial professional in the coming year. Paying off credit card debt, building up emergency savings and increasing retirement savings were also among the common goals cited. The relative health of the economy compared to a year ago seems to have alleviated some of the pressure Americans feel to set financial goals. A recent survey of more than 2,000 adults by Fidelity found a decline in interest in setting money-related financial resolutions for the new year. Just 31 percent of respondents said they were making a financial resolution, compared to 43 percent in 2014. The most popular financial goals included saving more (55 percent), paying off debt (20 percent) and spending less (17 percent). The Fidelity survey also found a correlation between expressing a financial goal and improving one’s financial life: About half of those who made a money resolution last year said they are now “better off financially,” compared to just 38 percent of those who didn’t set one. According to Carrie Schwab Pomerantz, president of the Charles Schwab Foundation, one of the biggest barriers to meeting financial goals is that people just don’t know how to get started . In Charles Schwab’s Fall Financial Pulse survey of 1,466 adults ages 25 to 65, more than half said they “don’t feel they are on top of their finances,” and 27 percent said they “don’t know where to start and need more education or information.” In addition, 15 percent said they didn’t want to deal with their finances because it’s “too overwhelming.” If you fall into that category, then you might also want to consider the research of Christine Whelan , a faculty associate in the Department of Consumer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and 12
self-improvement expert. She developed two self-improvement programs for AARP’s Life Reimagined website that help people prioritize their goals and define the next steps for achieving them. Her research has also found the importance of not just setting a resolution, but making sure the goals you set resonate with your values and priorities, and not outside influences. Meeting those goals also requires high levels of self control, which gets stronger with practice , she says. Here are some suggestions from academic research on how to go about achieving your 2015 money goals:
Start Conquering Now 1. Be Flexible Julia Belyavsky Bayuk , an assistant professor in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Delaware, asked college students to save money and told half of them to form a specific plan for how they were going to save money. Then, the college students were offered candy for 75 cents each. The students with a specific savings plan in place were more likely to splurge on the candy purchases compared with those without a plan. (Interestingly, students with savings plans who were put into an “abstract” state of mind first, by being asked questions about why they save money instead of how, were more likely to resist the purchase.) “The takeaway is that planning can limit you. It’s important to remind yourself, ‘What is my goal?’” Bayuk says, who coauthored the study published in the Journal of Consumer Research in 2010. In other words, forming a plan is not necessarily helpful, because in real life, plans often don’t work out. It rains. A child needs to stay home from school. You are offered a piece of chocolate cake. For Bayuk, these findings also provide personal comfort: “I always wanted to be a planner. I always buy the calendars, and try to use Outlook, but it never works. I never stick to it. Now I’ve accepted this fact. I don’t form plans,” she says.
2. Visualize your goal “It’s very important to visualize your goal. You need to know what you’re working toward,” Bayuk says. In fact, clearly keeping the goal in mind by posting it where you see it every day could also keep your motivation at the forefront of your mind and help you think more abstractly about reaching the goal, which Bayuk’s research has shown to be helpful.
3. Get motivated by a purpose bigger than yourself “If thinking of the world and others around you makes you think more broadly and leads you to be more open minded, then that could help,” Bayuk says. Focusing on how your children would benefit from a college degree without a huge amount of student loan debt, for example, could make it easier to skip a pricey restaurant meal and put that money into their 529 account instead..
4. Be specific when describing your goal The acronym SMART , which stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time limited, has been used for more than 20 years to help people set and meet goals. In general, Bayuk says ap-
plying the acronym can be useful, but warns people against being too specific about their plans, since her research suggests remaining open minded can be a better approach. “You want to be as specific as possible if you’re sure you’ll have the opportunity to execute that specific plan,” she says. But in reality, specific plans often get sabotaged. “You might say, ‘If I wake up at 8 a.m., I’ll go to the gym.” But what if you don’t get up at 8 a.m.? If the situation doesn’t happen, that’s when having a plan is hurtful,” she explains. At the same time, having a specific plan might prevent you from taking advantage of unexpected opportunities that pop up, such as getting home from work early and using that time to go to the gym.
5. Dream Big Research suggests that you should dream big, but not too big, Bayuk says. When people set goals that are too small, they achieve them easily and are finished. At the same time, when people set goals that are overly ambitious, they tend to give up before reaching them. Setting goals somewhere in the middle, where they are difficult to achieve but not impossible, is the best approach. S ource: http://money.usnews.com/money/personalfinance/articles/2014/12/30/howtosetandconqueryour2015moneygoals
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The Secret to Getting Kids to
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eft to their own devices, most kids will choose to gobble down ice cream or chocolate rather than broccoli or brussels sprouts. So, at school lunch, they’ll likely eat the yummiest items first and then drop the rest in the trash. But a new study finds that kids eat more fruits and vegetables when school recess takes place before lunch, rather than after. “Recess is a pretty big deal to kids,” said lead researcher Joe Price, an associate professor in the Department of Economics at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. “If you’re going to make a kid choose between going to recess and eating their veggies , recess is going to win.” The study, led by Price and David Just, director of the Cornell Center for Behavioral Economics in Child Nutrition Programs at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, looked at seven elementary schools in a Utah school district. Three of the schools switched recess to before lunch, while four schools continued to hold recess after lunch. For four days in the spring and nine days in the fall, the researchers measured how many fruits and vegetables each student ate during lunch. The three schools that made the switch,did so in the fall. In the schools that switched recess to before lunch, children ate 54 percent more fruits and vegetables than they did before the switch, the researchers found. Moreover, there was a 45 percent increase in the number of kids who ate at least one serving of fruits and vegetables a day. But in schools that kept recess after lunch, children actually ate fewer fruits and vegetables as the year went on.
incentives for the kids to eat them. Although both methods worked relatively well, they can be costly, the scientists said. This new study shows that “it’s not just what’s on the tray that matters,” Price told Live Science. Rather, “by setting the scheduling right, you can have a big impact.” Price also speculated that switching recess to before lunch helps kids build up an appetite immediately before they sit down to eat. As an added bonus, the switch also reduced waste by roughly 40 percent, the researchers found. The results should be encouraging for most schools because “it means that you can end up with more items in the tummy rather than in the trash,” Price said. The findings should also help parents get their kids to eat healthier, Price said. Parents who regularly sit down and eat with their kids for a specific amount of time may be more successful in getting their kids to eat well. However, parents who allow their children to run along as soon as they’ve finished dinner are less likely to encourage healthy eating habits. In the future, Price and Just hope to study how to use digital media to advertise and encourage healthy eating at school. But for now, switching lunchtimes to after recess may just do the trick. The findings will be published in February in the journal Preventive Medicine. Source: http://www.livescience.com/49482schoolsswitchlunchrecess.html
Previous studies had attempted to encourage children to eat healthier by increasing the variety of fruits and vegetables available or providing small
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Area Destinations ANNMARIE GARDEN SCULPTURE PARK & ARTS CENTER
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13480 Dowell Rd. Solomons, MD 410-326-4640 www.annmariegarden.org Annmarie Garden is a sculpture park and arts center located in scenic Solomons. Enjoy an exquisite collection of outdoor sculpture, much of it on loan from the Smithsonian Institution.
BATTLE CREEK CYPRESS SWAMP SANCTUARY
2880 Grays Rd. Prince Frederick, MD 410-535-5327 www.calvertparks.org This 100-acre ecological sanctuary includes the northernmost naturally occurring stand of bald cypress trees in America, plus a nature trail featuring an elevated boardwalk. Hours: April-Sept, Tues-Sat 10am-5pm; Sunday 1-5pm; Oct-March, Tues-Sat 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 - 4:30 p.m.
BAYSIDE HISTORY MUSEUM
9006 Dayton Ave. North Beach, MD 410-495-8386 www.baysidehistorymuseum.org This museum explains the role the Chesapeake Bay environment had in shaping the cultures of Bayside communities from prehistoric time to the present. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Open at other times by special request.
BREEZY POINT BEACH & CAMPGROUND
Breezy Point Rd. Chesapeake Beach, MD 410-535-0259 www.co.cal.md.us/visitors/beaches/ This bay-front park featuring swimming, fishing, picnicking and seasonal and daily camping is the perfect getaway for daytrips.
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CALVERT CLIFFS STATE PARK
9500 H.G. Trueman Rd. Lusby, MD 301-743-7613 www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/ calvertcliffs.html Hike through this 1,460-acre wooded state park to the majestic Calvert Cliffs on the Chesapeake Bay. Formed over 15 million years ago, the cliffs contain over 600 species of fossils. Ideal for hiking, picnicking, fishing and fossil hunting.
CHESAPEAKE BEACH RAILWAY MUSEUM
4155 Mears Ave. Chesapeake Beach, MD 410-257-3892 www.cbrm.org The Museum shares the story of the Chesapeake Beach Railway and Amusement Park in the early 20th century. The Museum building is the only surviving station from the old Railway and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
CHESAPEAKE BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY VISITOR CENTER (CBL) Charles St. Solomons, MD 410-326-7443 www.cbl.umces.edu A part of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, CBL allows visi-
tors to experience the scientific atmosphere of the research facility, learn about the ecology and natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay and the important contributions made by CBL scientists to our environmental heritage. CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM 14200 Solomons Island Rd. Solomons, MD 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com In the only museum on the East Coast that is home to two lighthouses, rich maritime history and diversity of life in the Chesapeake Bay come alive. See a skates and rays exhibit, models, paintings, woodcarvings, aquariums, fossils and boats. Outdoor exhibits include a boat basin, river otter habitat and a recreated salt marsh.
COVE POINT LIGHTHOUSE
3500 Lighthouse Blvd. Lusby, MD Tour history at the oldest continuously working lighthouse in Maryland. Built in 1828 by John Donahoo, the 40-foot brick tower is surmounted by an iron lantern containing a lens manufactured in Paris in 1897. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
the entrance to the Patuxent River, this screwpile cottage-type light is one of only three remaining from 45 that once served the Chesapeake Bay at the beginning of the 20th century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
FLAG PONDS NATURE PARK
1525 Flag Ponds Pkwy. Lusby, MD 410-586-1477 www.calvertparks.org Once a pound-net fishing station on the Chesapeake Bay, the park displays a remarkable variety of natural environments from sandy beaches to freshwater ponds and the forested heights of Calvert Cliffs. Hiking trails, fossil hunting, observation platforms, wetlands boardwalk, fishing pier, the beach and visitors center with wildlife exhibits.
J.C. LORE & SONS OYSTER HOUSE
Located just south of Calvert Marine Museum on left Visit this restored 1934 seafood packing house to learn about the boom and decline of the region’s commercial seafood industries. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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When the weather turns warm, everyone wants to be in or around the water. Hanging out at the pool or the beach on a hot day is a great way to beat the heat. Between having fun and checking out the lifeguards, most people don’t think much about water safety - but they should. For people between the ages of 5 and 24, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Most water-related accidents can be avoided by knowing how to stay safe and following a few simple guidelines. Learning how to swim is essential if you plan on being on or near water. Many organizations provide swim instruction to people of all ages, check to see what classes are available in your area.
Swimming Smarts “Buddy up!” That’s what swimming instructors say. Always swim with a partner, every time - whether you’re swimming in a backyard pool or in a lake. Even experienced swimmers can become tired or get muscle cramps, which might make it difficult to get out of the water. When people swim together, they can help each other or go for help in case of an emergency. Get skilled. Speaking of emergencies, it’s good to be prepared. Learning some life-saving skills, such as CPR and rescue techniques, can help you save a life. A number of organizations offer free classes for both beginning and experienced swimmers and boaters. Check with your YMCA or YWCA, local hospital, or chapter of the Red Cross. Know your limits. Swimming can be a lot of fun - and you might want to stay in the water as long as possible. If you’re not a good swimmer or you’re just learning to swim, don’t go in water that’s so deep you can’t touch the bottom and don’t try to keep up with skilled swimmers. That can be hard, especially when
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your friends are challenging you - but it’s a pretty sure bet they’d rather have you safe and alive. If you are a good swimmer and have had lessons, keep an eye on friends who aren’t as comfortable or as skilled as you are. If it seems like they (or you) are getting tired or a little uneasy, suggest that you take a break from swimming for a while. Swim in safe areas only. It’s a good idea to swim only in places that are supervised by a lifeguard. No one can anticipate changing ocean currents, rip currents,sudden storms, or other hidden dangers. In the event that something does go wrong,lifeguards are trained in rescue techniques. Swimming in an open body of water (like a river, lake, or ocean)is different from swimming in pool. You need more energy to handle the currents and other changing conditions in the open water. If you do find yourself caught in a current, don’t panic and don’t fight the current. Try to swim parallel to the shore until you are able to get out of the current,which is usually a narrow channel of water. Gradually try to make your way back to shore as you do so. If you’re unable to swim away from the current, stay calm and float with the current. The current will usually slow down, then you can swim to shore. Even a very good swimmer who tries to swim against a strong current will get worn out. If you’re going to be swimming in an open body of water, it’s a great idea to take swimming lessons that provide you with tips on handling unexpected hazards. Some areas with extremely strong currents are off limits when it comes to swimming. Do your research so you know where not to swim, and pay attention to any warning signs posted in the area.
Be careful about diving. Diving injuries can cause head injury, permanent spinal cord damage, paralysis, and sometimes even death. Protect yourself by only diving in areas that are known to be safe, such as the deep end of a supervised pool. If an area is posted with “No Diving” or “No Swimming” signs, pay attention to them. A “No Diving” sign means the water isn’t safe for a head-first entry. Even if you plan to jump in feet first, check the water’s depth before you leap to make sure there are no hidden rocks or other hazards. Lakes or rivers can be cloudy and hazards may be hard to see. Watch the sun. Sun reflecting off the water or off sand can intensify the burning rays. You might not feel sunburned when the water feels cool and refreshing, but the pain will catch up with you later — so remember to reapply sunscreen frequently and cover up much of the time. Don’t forget your hat, UV protection sunglasses, and protective clothing. Drink plenty of fluids. It’s easy to get dehydrated in the sun, particularly if you’re active and sweating. Keep up with fluids — particularly water — to prevent dehydration. Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or nausea can be signs of dehydration and overheating. Getting too cool. Speaking of temperature, it’s possible to get too cool. How? Staying in very cool water for long periods can lower your body temperature. A temperature of 70°F (20°C) is positively balmy on land, but did you know that water below that temperature will feel cold to most swimmers? Your body temperature drops far more quickly in water than it does on land. And if you’re swimming, you’re using energy and losing body heat even faster than if you were keeping still. Monitor yourself when swimming in cold water and stay close to shore. If you feel your body start to shiver or your muscles cramp up, get out of the water quickly; it doesn’t take long for hypothermia to set in.
be almost impossible. Also, the U.S. Coast Guard warns about a condition called boater’s fatigue, which means that the wind, noise, heat, and vibration of the boat all combine to wear you down when you’re on the water. Weather. Before boating, be sure the weather conditions are safe. The local radio, internet or TV stations can provide updated local forecast information. Personal flotation devices. It’s always a good idea for everyone on the boat to wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket, whether the boat is a large speedboat or a canoe — and whether you’re a good swimmer or not. Wearing a life jacket (also known as a personal flotation device, or PFD) is the law in some states for certain age groups, and you could face a stiff penalty for breaking it. Your state may also require that you wear an approved life jacket for water skiing and other on-water activities. Wearing a PFD is like wearing a helmet while biking. It may take a few minutes to get used to it, but it definitely can be a lifesaver. Don’t leave land without it. Stay in touch. Before going out on a boat, let somebody on land know your float plan (where you are going and about how long you’ll be out). That way, if you do get into trouble, someone will have an idea of where to look for you. If you’re going to be on the water for a long time, it’s a good idea to have a radio with you so you can check the weather reports. Water conducts electricity, so if you hear a storm warning, get off the water as quickly as you can.
Alcohol and water never mix. Alcohol is involved in numerous water-related injuries and up to half of all water-related deaths. The statistics for teenage guys are particularly scary: One half of all adolescent male drownings are tied to alcohol use.
Jet skis. If you’re using jet skis or personal watercraft, follow the same rules as you do for boating. You should also check out the laws in your area governing the use of personal watercraft. Some states won’t allow people under a certain age to operate these devices; others require you to take a course or pass a test before you can ride one.
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OK, so you do more splashing than swimming, but it’s just as important to know your skill level at the waterpark as it is at the pool. Take a moment to read warnings and other signs. Each area in the water park can have different depths of water, so make sure you pay attention. If you don’t know how to swim be sure to wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket when necessary, and be sure there is lifeguard supervision. And make sure you do slide runs feet first or you’ll put yourself at risk for a ride that’s a lot less fun — one to your doctor or dentist.
The pool and the beach are great places to learn new skills, socialize, and check out everyone’s new bathing suit. So don’t let paying attention to safety turn you off. Being prepared will make you feel more comfortable and in charge. Source: http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety/safebasics/water_safety.html#
Boating Safety More people die in boating accidents every year than in airplane crashes or train wrecks, but a little common sense can make boating both enjoyable and safe. If you are going to go boating, make sure the captain or person handling the boat is experienced and competent. Alcohol and water still don’t mix. One third of boating deaths are alcohol related. Alcohol distorts our judgment no matter where we are — but that distortion is even greater on the water. Because there are no road signs or lane markers on the water and the weather can be unpredictable, it’s important to be able to think quickly and react well under pressure. If you’re drinking, this can
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FREE THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA 1. Trace the history of railroads at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
15. Hike 15 miles of trails at Parker’s Creek Preserve
2. Commune with nature at Kings Landing Park
16. Trace early history at the Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, an archaeo logical and environmental preserve 17. Visit the Calvert Marine Museum on the first Friday evening of the month for First Free Fridays
3. Stroll the boardwalks at North Beach and Solomons 4. Learn about life in the Chesapeake Bay at the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center in Solomons
18. Meditate in the Garden of Remembrance at St. Leonard
5. Hunt for fossils along the Chesapeake Bay
19. Wander through antique shops and unique boutiques
6. Shop farmers markets for local produce
20. Experience the outdoors at our many parks and recreation areas
7. Visit a one-room schoolhouse 8. Paddle the Chesapeake Bay or the Patuxent River 9. Study over 100 species of birds in their natural habitat at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
21. Bike along rolling hills or one of many paved paths 22. Trace your history at the Calvert County Historical Society
10. Tour a historic church
23. Learn the role the Chesapeake Bay played in shaping bayside communities at the Bayside History Museum
11. Explore the work of wonderful artisans at Annmarie Sculpture Garden’s Maker’s Market the first Saturday of each month
24. Visit the J.C. Lore & Sons Oyster House, a restored 1934 seafood-packing house in Solomons
12. Watch sailboat races from the Solomons Riverwalk on Thursday nights throughout the summer
25. Walk or bike the scenic Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail
13. Spend an afternoon fishing or crabbing
TRAVEL & TOURISM With abundant waterways, unique shops and museums, excellent restaurants, natural parks and a calendar filled with interesting festivals and activities, Calvert County has earned its nickname “Charm of the Chesapeake.” Tourism continues to be one of the leading components of Calvert County’s economy. The Board of County Commissioners encourages tourism as an important component of its economic development program.
26. Attend one of our many free events throughout the year!
14. Explore the sites on the Star Spangled Banner Trail
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DIRECTORY VISITOR INFORMATION Calvert County Tourism Office 175 Main St. Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-4583 VISITORS CENTERS Fairview Information Center 8120 Southern Maryland Blvd. Owings, MD 410- 257-5381 Solomons Information Center 14175 Solomons Island Road South Solomons, MD 410- 326-6027 MEDICAL FACILITIES Calvert Memorial Hospital 100 Hospital Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 410-535-4000 Dunkirk Urgent Care 10845 Town Center Blvd., Suite 108 Dunkirk, MD 20754 410-286-7911 Solomons Urgent Care 14090 H.G. Trueman Road, Suite 1300 Solomons, MD 20688 410-394-2800 TOWN HALLS Chesapeake Beach Town Hall 8200 Bayside Road P.O. Box 400 Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 410-257-2230 or 301-855-8398 North Beach Town Hall 8916 Chesapeake Ave. North Beach, MD 20714 301-855-6681 or 410-257-9618 TRANSPORTATION Baltimore-Washington International (BWI) 800-435-9294 Located between Baltimore and Washington, DC Reagan National Airport (DCA) 703-417-8000 Located adjacent to Washington, DC
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Dulles International Airport (IAD) 703-572-2700 Located west of Washington, DC
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Appeal Elementary School 11655 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby 410-535-7800
Public Transit Calvert County Public Transportation Public buses operate throughout the county 410-535-4510 or 410-535-1600, ext. 2360
Barstow Elementary School 295 Williams Rd., Prince Frederick 443-486-4770
Beach Trolley Association Operating in both Chesapeake and North Beach 877-777-2708 HIGH SCHOOLS Calvert High School 600 Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick 410-535-7330
Beach Elementary School 7900 Old Bayside Rd., Chesapeake Beach 410-257-1512 Calvert Elementary School 1450 Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick 410-535-7311
Huntingtown High School 4125 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown 410-414-7036
Cardinal Hickey Academy 1601 West Mount Harmony Rd, Owings 410-286-0404
Northern High School 2950 Chaneyville Rd., Owings 410-257-1519
Dowell Elementary School 12680 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby 410-535-7802
Patuxent High School 12485 Southern Connector Blvd., Lusby 410-326-9234
Huntingtown Elementary School 4345 Huntingtown Rd., Huntingtown 410-535-7212
Career and Technology Academy 330 Dorsey Rd., Prince Frederick 410-535-7450
Mount Harmony Elementary School 900 W. Mount Harmony Rd, Owings 410-257-1611
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Calvert Middle School 655 Chesapeake Blvd., Prince Frederick 410-535-7355
Mutual Elementary School 1455 Ball Rd., Port Republic 410-535-7700
Patuxent Elementary School 35 Appeal Lane, Lusby 410-535-7830
Plum Point Elementary School 1245 Plum Point Rd., Huntingtown 410-535-7391
Saint Leonard Elementary School 5370 St. Leonard Rd., St. Leonard 410-535-7714
Mill Creek Middle School 12200 Southern Connector Blvd., Lusby 410-535-7824 Northern Middle School 2954 Chaneyville Rd., Owings 410-257-1622 Plum Point Middle School 1475 Plum Point Rd., Huntingtown 410-535-7400 Southern Middle School 9615 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby 410-535-7877 Windy Hill Middle School 9560 Boyds Turn Rd., Owings 410-257-1560
Sunderland Elementary School 150 Clyde Jones Rd., Sunderland 410-257-1501 Windy Hill Elementary School 9550 Boyds Turn Rd., Owings 410-257-1539
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