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Charlotte Hall Soon to House Veterans Clinic By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced plans late last week to open a community-based out patient clinic (CBOC) at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, raising hopes that the long awaited facility will finally come after years of lobbying by veterans advocates. “Community based clinics are key to providing veterans better access to high-quality care close to home,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki in a prepared statement. “By reducing the distance veterans have to travel, we hope more veterans will benefit from the health care services they have earned through their service to our nation.” The new location is one of 13 CBOCs set to open in nine other states. Amy Henderson, president of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Southern Maryland chapter, said the CBOC would mean greater access to the mental health care many veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan need badly. “You need to find the closest place you can to get them help,” Henderson said. “And they often need help at least once a week. “It’s going to make a big difference for a lot of people.” Most mental health services available to veterans are in major metropolitan areas, like Baltimore or Washington, D.C. Distances and waiting lists can be so long that some veterans are discouraged from getting help.
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Veterans have come to the NAMI offices in Lexington Park for support groups and mental health professionals have occasionally come to the offices to provide care, Henderson said. Having CBOC will help ensure there is enough help available for all, she said. County Commissioner Dan Morris, who also sits on the TriCounty Council’s veterans affairs committee, said veterans would benefit from physical therapy that will be offered there. “It’s long overdue,” Morris said. “Some guys come back and they’re just messed up physically.” The presence of more medical professionals for veterans will also help relieve workloads for regular doctors and nurses, who are in short supply in the county and throughout Southern Maryland, he said. “We’re so undermanned for health professionals,” he said. Morris, a U.S. Marine and Vietnam War veteran, said he knows how daunting it can be for veterans to seek care in Washington, D.C. or Baltimore. In recent years he was told he had to go to Washington, D.C. to get tested for possible problems due to exposure to the defoliant Agent Orange while serving overseas. He was turned away twice because the physician who administered the tests was not there. He later learned that he could have had the procedure done at the Charlotte Hall facility. “It’s going to stop a lot of unnecessary travel,” he said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Wildewood Presses For Traffic Signal By Guy Leonard Staff Writer For months, residents of Wildewood have clamored for traffic safety improvements in their community as it continues to grow but the State Highway Administration has denied their calls for a traffic light at the intersection of Wildewood Parkway and Route 4. A recent letter to Gov. Martin O’Malley from the leader of a retirement village organization in Wildewood is taking the demand to the highest level. “The concern that we have is that at some point, this intersection being an extreme public safety hazard, there is the possibility that there will be one or more deaths from an accident at this intersection,” wrote Wildewood Village Villa Association President Jack Hughes. Residents have continually complained of dangerous conditions in making left hand turns onto Route 4 from the parkway during peak traffic hours, as well as constant speeding of residents and visitors up and down the community’s main thoroughfare. County Commissioner Todd Morgan (R-Lexington Park) said that county leaders have continually pressed the SHA to get the
light with no success. It is frustrating, he said, especially since SHA installed a second stop light just north to the one at the intersection of Route 5 and Great Mills Road, which county leaders said made little sense since it would only serve to snarl traffic at that intersection more. “It’s a waste of a light,” Morgan said. “I have yet to see the practical purpose of that light.” Morgan said community members are right to press the governor’s office on the issue, since the local county government had exhausted many options. “From my point of view the more pressure we can put on the State Highway Administration the better chance we’ll have of getting a light there,” Morgan said. “There has to be unintended consequences there for something to occur and that’s the sad part.” SHA officials and engineers have the intersection does not meet its criteria for installing a light which includes traffic volume, road geometry, sight distance, vehicular speeds, bicyclist and pedestrian use and crash history. SHA Spokeswoman Lora Rakowski said the agency was still willing to listen.
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agreement was written, not the mutual aid concept as a whole. In a later interview, she said The Board of County citizens in New Orleans should Commissioners voted Tuesnever have been disarmed. day to approve a mutual “That was an atrocity that agreement expanding the they were disarmed,” Jones said. ability of Charles and Cal“That’s not something we want vert county deputies to ento happen in St. Mary’s County. ter St. Mary’s and enforce “After the citizens were disthe law in non-emergency armed the violence got worse.” capacities. During debate over the Commissioner Cindy Jones The vote was split, with agreement, Sheriff Timothy K. one commissioner saying Cameron said it codifies what that the agreement diminis now valid under state law, ished the sheriff’s authority whereas before mutual aid was and could even put certain rendered only in emergency citizen rights at risk during a circumstances. catastrophic situation. ComHe told commissioners that missioner Cindy Jones (Rper the agreement he would have Valley Lee) said the sheriff’s the opportunity to deny other law duty is not only to protect the enforcers entry if he does not apcitizens from criminals but prove of their actions, like setting to ensure their constitutional up a drunk driving check point or rights are upheld. bringing an armored vehicle to Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron Jones said she fears a the county for tactical use. situation similar to New Orleans after Hurri“The only time an armored vehicle encane Katrina, when anarchy reigned and po- tered St. Mary’s County has been at our relice went through the community stripping quest,” Cameron said, adding that he does not citizens of legally owned firearms. believe the agreement in any way nullifies or Being a coastal community, St. Mary’s compromises his authority as sheriff. County could suffer a similar disaster, she Commissioner Larry Jarboe (R-Golden said. Beach) said the agreement’s enhancements “This agreement takes away our sher- will be good for public safety and the benefits iff’s ability to protect our citizens,” Jones of past practices in emergency situations had said. “They could disarm our citizens and the been proven. sheriff couldn’t do anything about if for 30 He also wants as many resources availdays.” able to combat crime coming from outside the The agreement stipulated that the agree- county’s borders. ment could be abrogated in 30 days, but the “I don’t want St. Mary’s County to becommissioners voted 3-2 at the end of the come a haven for Charles County criminals,” session to approve the agreement with an Jarboe said. amendment allowing them to negate the agreement immediately if they saw fit. guyleonard@countytimes.net Jones said she is against the way the
Colorado Massacre Prompts Tighter Theater Security By Guy Leonard Staff Writer In the wake of the Aurora, Colo. movie theatre shooting, during which 12 people were killed and dozens injured, Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron said local law enforcement officers are remaining watchful. “We’re always sensitive to these kinds of events,” Cameron said. “We’re aware of it and we’re patrolling accordingly.” Cameron said the county’s sole public movie theatre, Loew’s Cinema Six, is already patrolled often because of its location in Lexington Park. “Routinely, there are drive-throughs in that parking lot,” Cameron said. During the massacre in Colorado, 24-year-old James Holmes is alleged to have entered a theatre during the early showings of “The Dark Knight Rises.” Using several firearms, police say Holmes proceeded through the crowded theatre firing at random moviegoers. He was
clad in full body armor, police-style riot gear and a gasmask during the attack, news reports have stated, but when confronted by local police he surrendered without a struggle. The suspect’s home was reportedly extensively searched by authorities who had to meticulously disarm traps strewn throughout it. Cameron said the local community is not immune from such events. “People are taking stock on whether that can happen here and the answer is yes it can,” Cameron said. “It can happen anywhere.” All police officers locally are trained in how to deal with such cases, known as active shooters or homicides in progress. “SWAT [special weapons and tactics] teams aren’t going to be the ones to resolve that it’s going to be your patrol officer, your detective… or your off duty officer that will,” Cameron said. “It’s whoever is going to be close enough to respond.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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ews Judge Orders State Amend Concealed Carry Law By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Earlier this spring, a U.S. District Court judge ruled a critical part of the state’s concealed handgun permit law unconstitutional, then stayed his own ruling to allow the state to appeal his decision. Now, that same judge has denied the state’s appeal and ordered them to change the law forcing residents to provide a “good and substantial reason ” when applying for a concealed carry permit. U.S. District Judge Benson Everett Legg noted in his July 23 ruling that the case will likely go to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals or even the Supreme Court and could be overturned. In the meantime, the state’s contentious that his original ruling will have a detrimental affect on public safety and also bring heavy administrative and compliance burdens on the Maryland State Police were not enough justification to extend the stay. “As to the more concrete costs of compliance mere economic injury is rarely, if ever, sufficient to warrant entry of a stay of judgment to protect a party against it,” Legg wrote in his opinion. “Nor does it seem likely that the attendant burdens would be as onerous as [the state] would have the courts believe.” The recent landmark case centered around the complaint of Baltimore County resident Raymond Wollard, who was able to get a concealed carry permit in 2003 after his son-in-law broke into his home on Christmas Eve while high on drugs, court documents revealed. Wollard held the invader at bay with a shotgun but the assailant wrested it away from him and a struggle ensued. Wollard’s son was able to get another gun and restrain the invader, according to court filings. Police took two-and-a-half hours to respond but subsequently Kris Lee Abbott was convicted of first-degree burglary. He was eventually released and moved just three miles away from Wollard’s home, court records show.
Wollard was able to renew his handgun permit in 2006, then denied another renewal by the Maryland State Police permit review board in 2009 because he did not provide evidence “to verify threats occurring beyond his residence, where he can already legally carry a handgun.” Patrick Shomo, of Maryland Shall Issue, a gun advocacy group, said that the state had much to prove if it chose to take the latest development to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Shomo said that since the right to keep and bear arms is a constitutional right, the state could not simply restrict it “based on supposition or desire” claiming that public safety would be imperiled. “You can’t presume harm, you have to prove it,” Shomo told The County Times. In his recent ruling Legg stated that: “against costs to [the state] of complying immediately with the courts ruling, the court must balance the harm to Woollard and those like him. If a stay is granted, a sizeable number of people will be precluded from exercising, while the case is argued on appeal, what this court has recognized as a valid aspect of their Second Amendment right. In the First Amendment context, the Supreme Court has stated that loss of First Amendment freedoms, for even minimal periods of time, unquestionably constitutes irreparable injury.” “As the Court discussed in its summary judgment opinion, there are substantial similarities between the First and Second Amendments, and the analogy is appropriate here as well.” Sources close to the legal process said the attorney general’s office might seek a stay from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals until that body can hear arguments in the entire case. David Paulson, spokesman for the attorney generals office confirmed they plan to move ahead with the appeals process to the higher court. “The ruling is under review,” Paulson said of the latest development. “And the state is considering its options.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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ews Maryland Loses 11,000 Jobs in June By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Information released last week from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed Maryland lost as many as 11,000 last month, sending the overall unemployment rate to 6.9 percent and raising questions on just how much the state is recovering during the recession. Observers are saying that it is turning into a political sparring match between Gov. Martin O’Malley’s administration, which has been using jobless numbers that make losses look less severe, and the grassroots group Change Maryland headed by real estate developer and former cabinet secretary Larry Hogan who has been touted as a serious GOP contender for governor. “Something isn’t working here,” Hogan said in a prepared statement last week. “Now would be an excellent time to re-evaluate our tax-and-spend approach to governing and state developing policies that increase private sector job growth. “It’s unacceptable to have increases in the unemployment rate month after month.” O’Malley’s administration said while 11,000 jobs may have been lost, Maryland still has more people working than it did the same time last year. Numbers released by the state’s Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation contends 28,200 more people are employed over June of last year. The administration also said unemployment surveys for April through May showed an initial job loss of 7,500 when revised data released July 20 showed that the loss was more like 2,900. “These numbers are based on survey data. They do not count the actual number of jobs,” said Interim Maryland Labor Secretary Scott R. Jensen. “But if it’s 7,500 jobs lost… or adjusted to less than half that every job lost is still one too many.” While the numbers of jobs lost varies depending on what data is used, St. Mary’s College of Maryland Assistant Professor of Political Science and Public Policy Todd Eberly, said the O’Malley administration is playing into Change Maryland’s hands by engaging in a losing debate. “There’s still a net loss… whether you count January or December numbers we still lost jobs,” Eberly told The County Times. “The argument is just over the magnitude of the loss.” Eberly said O’Malley’s camp has taken every opportunity to snipe at Hogan’s organization and vice versa, but the net affect has given the opposition exposure to people who ordinarily would have never heard of Change Maryland. “Either way the past four months have been bad,” Eberly said. “This is bad for O’Malley because he’s becoming a spokesman for the [national Democratic] party. “The battles between O’Malley and Change Maryland are doing O’Malley no good… but it’s the best thing that ever happened to Change Maryland.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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mean the petitioners had not met the requirement of 55,736 valid signatures. The lawsuit asks the court to reject the signatures and remove the congressional redistricting plan from the ballot. The GOP sought to place the plan on the ballot because it added significant numbers of Montgomery County Democrats to the 6th Congressional District, making it more difficult for 10-term Republican incumbent Rep. Roscoe Bartlett to get reelected. MDPetitions.com’s chairman, Del. Neil Parrott, R-Washington, said, “MDPetitions. com will work to defend each and every signature that has been validated by the Board of Elections.” Radamase Cabrera, spokesman for the Fannie Lou Hamer Political Action Committee, a group of African-Americans seeking more congressional representation, said, “The Democrat Party of Maryland is overreaching by trying to throw out signatures based on the way they were collected. Clearly, we at the Fannie Lou Hamer PAC hope that the courts will side with the people of Maryland and that the people will decide whether to keep or reject the 2012 map.” Parrott said, “The current map suppresses minority voting interests and divides communities. With this lawsuit, [Democrats] are actively working to suppress voters throughout Maryland.” The Democratic lawsuit says the Republicans are harmed too by the confusion and uncertainty a vote to reject the current congressional district map would cause. In a small irony, the signature of one of the lawyers representing the Democratic Party, Jonathan Shurberg, appears to have been signed by the other attorney, Amanda LaForge, since her initials follow his signature in the same handwriting as her own. The lawsuit alleges some petition signatures were invalid because in some cases, one person signed for two people.
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ews Nuclear Reactor Shuts Down By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in Lusby had to shutdown the No. 1 reactor at the facility over the weekend for repairs to a critical system. Neil Sheehan, spokesman for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), said that the problem had to do with a leak on a reactor coolant pump differential-pressure sensing line. Earlier in the week technicians at the plant, owned and operated by Constellation Energy Nuclear Group (CENG), tried to power down the first reactor to a lower output level to repair the leak but to no avail. “The fix was unsuccessful,” Sheehan said. “They saw the leakage rate go up again.” The increased leakage from the line, absorbed by sump pumps in the reactor containment area, necessitated the complete shutdown of the reactor. “The leak is believed to be coming from the same instrument line that was reported to be leaking on July 17,” a report issued by the NRC stated. “At that time, power was reduced to approximately 10 percent and a containment entry was made. At that time it was be-
lieved that the leak had been isolated and full power operations were resumed. “Based on containment sump pump run times and another containment entry, it was determined that the leak apparently had not been isolated.” The full reactor shutdown took place July 21. Sheehan said that the repairs to the reactor continue. The incident was not an emergency shutdown, he said. “They did it very carefully and deliberately,” Sheehan said. “We’ll keep a close eye on their repair efforts.” Cory Raftery, spokesman for CENG, said that the leak amounted to eight-hundredths of a gallon per minute from a three-quarter inch tube that was replaced. “We’ve completed maintenance in the containment area… and we’ll be powering back up as soon as safely possible.” The cause of leak is unknown, Raftery said, but plant inspectors are working to identify it. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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High Court Gives Reprieve on DNA Collection By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Local law enforcement officials had just a few more days this week to collect DNA samples from suspects arrested for burglary or other violent crimes after Chief Justice John Roberts of the U.S. Supreme Court issued a stay against a state court’s decision banning the practice. Law enforcement officials and state’s attorneys all over Maryland have praised the stay issued last week from the High Court, but Laura Martin, Calvert County states attorney, said the stay would be in effect only until July 25, when another ruling was expected on whether to lengthen the time of the recent court order. The order also seems to indicate that the court will take up the case which could settle once and for all whether collecting DNA samples from suspects in certain crimes who have yet to be convicted was a violation of their Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable search and seizure under the U.S. Constitution. Currently about half the states in the union collect DNA from suspects who have been charged but not convicted of a violent crime. Law officers have almost universally praised the practice as a way to get cold hits on DNA taken from crimes that have gone unsolved. Martin said that Attorney General Doug Gansler’s office issued an advisory memo encouraging them to take up the practice for as long as they were allowed un-
der the Supreme Court order. “If there’s a hit during this time it’s very likely it will be admissible in court,” Martin told The Calvert Gazette. “It could be that this week there is a cold hit… and it could make the difference in getting a killer off the streets.” The case that led to the Maryland Court of Appeals decision banning the practice earlier this spring, King v. State, involved a man from Wicomico County arrested on charges of first-and-second-degree assault. When DNA taken from Alonzo King on those initial charges, without conviction, was used to link him to a 2003 sexual assault it eventually resulted in his being convicted of rape and sentenced to life in prison. A majority of the state court ruled that the practice violated his Fourth Amendment rights, two judges dissented, however when they opined that King had a reasonable expectation of being searched before being incarcerated which was a standard procedure though he was not yet proven guilty. DNA collection was also reasonable, the dissenting judges wrote. St. Mary’s County Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron said that the DNA collection process prior to any conviction was an invaluable tool for law enforcement. “It doesn’t just solve crimes, it eliminates people from being considered [as a suspect] in a crime, which is also important.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Young Marines Offer Growing Opportunities By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Calvert County Young Marines unit is in its third year as the only Young Marines unit in Southern Maryland, pulling young people in from all over Calvert and St. Mary’s counties to instill life skills and lessons to help shape them into responsible members of society. The unit will welcome potential new recruits to an open house at the American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on July 28 form 12-2 p.m. Young Marines students and leaders will be on hand to answer questions and give demonstrations. Unit Commander Rob Willis and program participants will also give informative presentations. Unit Executive Officer Jerry “Jake” Kepich has been with the unit almost since the beginning. He said they hold recruitments twice per year and, while the majority of the youths are from Calvert County, they welcome participants from all over Southern Maryland. The Young Marines welcomes boys and girls from ages 8 through high school completion. Young Marines is an esteem and con-
fidence builder for kids, Kepich said. He said they also instill leadership qualities and healthy living habits, giving youths a solid cornerstone to build their lives on. Young Marines is not a “scare straight” program and youths interested in joining the unit need to have some self-discipline, Kepich said. The program also teaches youths the need to give back to the community. Kepich said they work with Toys for Tots, Operation Hope on the Chesapeake, Circle of Angels and the American Legion, among other groups, in community service projects. They also take part in Memorial Day, Flag Day and Veterans Day celebrations, among others, and two members even went to Hawaii for the 70th anniversary of Pearl Harbor to act as escorts for a 96-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and his family. Before becoming a full member of the unit, students need to go through a boot camp and encampment. Kepich said they time their recruitments to coincide with the two to allow participants to become fully immersed immediately. These are life experiences that the students will remember, Kepich said. Willis echoed his thought, saying everything goes
into forming “better, well rounded citizens” by providing them with positive examples and experiences. “Kids need direction,” Willis said. “Kids need mentors.” Young Marines is not exclusively for students thinking about joining the military, Willis said. “We’re not making Marines, but we do believe strongly in their core values,” he said. Not even the leaders have to be in the military. While Willis is a United States Marine and Kepich is in the Navy Reserves, other group leaders are mothers and family members simply wanting to guide young people as they grow into adults. “We take any help we can get,” Willis said. Willis and his son Jake are both from St. Mary’s County, while the rest of the unit is scattered from Lusby to Dunkirk. When Jake decided to join the Young Marines, his father got involved as well. Jake said his most memorable experience with the Young Marines has been helping veterans, and he is looking forward to the Frozen Chosen, a cold climate encampment that will bring in between 150 and 200 Young
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Marines from the area. There is a $300 fee for joining Young Marines, which covers uniforms and equipment. Kepich said there is a payment plan available, and the entire sum is not due at signing. For more information, visit www. youngmarines.com, e-mail calvertcountyym@gmail.com or join the Calvert County Young Marines at American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach July 28. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
CSM Addresses Student Debt By Alex Panos Staff Writer At $1 trillion, the national debt accumulated by student loans now exceeds credit card debt, according to credit reporting agencies. Even students who earn baccalaureate degrees from four-year universities are finding themselves $30-$60,000 in debt upon graduating, which is an average monthly bill of $300 to $400. “It’s a big chunk of a paycheck,” said Dr. Brad Gottfried, the President of the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). It’s affecting students’ ability to find a job they enjoy, purchase a car, move away from home and even start a family, he continued. After studying these numbers, CSM has taken the initiative to educate its potential students, as well as the community, about the consequences of borrowing thousands of dollars in student loans. Through CSM’s new “Let’s Get Real”
campaign, college officials are preaching the affordability of community colleges; Gottfried claimed students typically save about $30,000. “Increasingly young people graduate with debt and are unemployed or underemployed,” he said, going on to explain many people don’t realize how much debt they can incorporate by attending a four-year university. “I think what is really a concern, is students and parents are still making many decisions without thinking of long-term impact. We’re raising the red flag.” Student debt has also become an ethical issue in his eyes; even if a person files for bankruptcy, they remain responsible for paying off student loans. Gottfried told The County Times he wonders how much longer this can keep up, asking “can we as a society continue to encourage students to take out this tremendous amount of debt, knowing students will struggle?”
He also believes these “struggles” can be life-altering – pointing out some students may be forced to choose a less-desirable career path due to compiling student loans. “It becomes a job, not a passion. You think ‘I have to go into this field to pay my bills,’” Gottfried said. “It’s tragic to my way of thinking.” Going to a community college can relieve many of the costs, he said. “I am a bit biased, but with tuition and fees costing less than $4,000 a year, matriculating at the College of Southern Maryland makes so much sense,” Gottfried stated in a press release, adding community colleges also “provide a high-level education, and then a student can go anywhere.” CSM has “transfer articulation agreements” – programs that will transfer from one college to another – with many four-year schools in the area including George Mason, Towson University and University of Maryland, according to the release.
Last year alone, CSM successfully transferred students to 110 different bachelordegree colleges and universities in 31 states and the District of Columbia, according to figures from the college. “… when our transfer students receive their baccalaureate degrees from these transfer partners, they receive the same degrees… but they are graduating either debt-free or with a much more manageable student loan,” according to Gottfried. The ever-climbing level of debt continues to be a growing concern in all levels of government and higher education, Gottfried said. Gottfried, who started his higher education at a community college, said CSM will communicate with students by way of “information night and open houses” to address the issues and make people cognizant of student debt. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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St. Mary’s College Hosting Bigger Governor’s Cup By Alex Panos Staff Writer Sailing enthusiasts at St. Mary’s College of Maryland are ramping up for another year of the Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, but this time with a second leg designed to bring in more competitors. The college’s Assistant Director of the Waterfront Rick Loheed believes coordinators of the event are attempting to be “very inviting” to all interested sailors in order to help the event grow year after year. “We would love to see more interest in multiple starts from many places, making St. Mary’s the destination,” Loheed said. In addition to a second leg this year, Loheed explained the event would also consist of more shore-side, family-fun activities to draw spectators’ interest. Events on the last day of the race include beverages by Leonardtown Rotary Club, food, shopping and live entertainment such as music by “Deanna Dove,” “Ewabo”
and “The Byzantine Top 40.” “People come from miles around to join in the post-race festivities, take a look at the boats and generally be part of what is now considered a historic tradition,” Loheed said. The race began in 1974, when then St. Mary’s College sophomores Pete Sarelas and Russell Baker along with recent graduate Dale Rausch presented their idea to then-College President Renwick Jackson. The Governor’s Cup popularity set sail from there, instantly gaining support from college staff and sailing enthusiasts from around the area. The race became part of the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Foundation program in 1995, when the foundation joined the College as the race’s sponsor and organizer, states a Governor’s Cup history document provided by Loheed. Sailors interested in the race are required to have a valid Performance Handicap Racing Fleet (PHRF) certificate for 2012, which, according to Loheed, indi-
cates the participants meet the basic safety requirements. “Most sailors know what kinds of skills are required to sail an overnight race of this length,” Loheed said. Sailors planning to register or seeking more information on the event should visit smcm.edu/GovCup. Registration is open until 5 p.m. Friday for the annual Governor’s Cup Yacht Race – “the oldest and longest race on the Chesapeake Bay,” according to the college’s website. The historic race from Annapolis to St. Mary’s City will last two days, Aug. 3-4, and stretch over 68 nautical miles. Also included this year is a Potomac leg starting in Dahlgren, Va., to accommodate more participants. “Potomac sailors rallied for and were granted a Potomac leg,” the college’s website states. Because this leg is just 46.7 Nautical miles, Potomac participants will start after their competition setting sail in Annapolis. alexpanos@countytimes.net
OA Meeting Forming in Lexington Park By Alex Panos Staff Writer Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is forming a new group for compulsive eaters in Lexington Park. Good Samaritan Lutheran Church is set to hold weekly Saturday morning meetings for anyone, from morbidly obese to anorexic, seeking a healthier lifestyle. The anonymous meetings will educate members on some healthier alternatives to eating, in order to cope with their disorder. “There’s other solutions than just sitting there pigging out,” group chairperson Robin Goldstein said, citing walking, reading or calling one’s sponsor as some examples of alternatives the group will preach to its members. The meetings will typically be formatted as hour-long basic discussions and will explore some of the deeper issues behind their eating disorders, in order to “help recognize the problem and eat healthy.” Participants will also be provided with a “sponsor,” who will provide morale support if members should encounter a weak moment.
“We’re going to do this one right and connect with a lot of people,” Goldstein said. She plans to connect with people through a 12-step program, which she calls “the key” to recovery, in order to follow proven, structured steps toward improving one’s lifestyle. Goldstein’s belief in the success of group meetings, and in particular the 12step program, comes from personal experiences that she says has helped her grow as a human being. These steps consist of a series of procedures, starting with “admitting to be powerless over food,” Goldstein said, that lead to improved health. The program has worked for her in the past during her involvement with OA meetings as well as Alcoholics Anonymous. The OA meetings solved problems other treatments, including liposuction and gastric bypass surgery, simply couldn’t, Goldstein told The County Times. The “12 steps are the key,” she says, and in order to be successful in the program, attendees must accept and follow each one. She relied heavily on the 12-step pro-
gram during her time in AA (Alcoholics Anonymous), and believes the program is largely responsible for her ability to say today that she is three years sober. “My life is better today than any other time in 48 years, thanks to AA,” Goldstein said. Goldstein became motivated to organize the meetings when she went to OA meetings on two separate occasions in Lusby; no one showed up. “The group didn’t seem to be serious,” she said. In order to be able to help people, the group’s organizers need to be dedicated and committed, Goldstein said, which she plans on being at the Lexington Park meetings. She claims if group members are willing to put in effort, the program will work. “If they do the steps, they will get to the core of their problems.” For more information contact Goldstein at goldseinrl@yahoo.com. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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Nazerene Brown, 90 Nazerene Brown, age 90, of Lexington Park, MD, was called to her heavenly home on July 22, 2012. Born on Friday, October 28, 1921 to the late Rev. Fred D. Brown and Florence Bernard Brown in Athens, Georgia, Nazerene was the eldest of six children. Nazerene and her siblings grew in a home with strong Christian principals. At an early age she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. She was educated in the public schools in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1947 Nazerene moved to Brooklyn, NY. During her stay in NY, she united with the Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith. She devoted her life to the service of God. She exemplified a true spirit of Christian love and dedication to spreading the word of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She later was licensed and Ordained with Ministerial Credentials. Nazerene was a traveling Evangelist, Preacher and Teacher. She lived a short while in Chicago and Washington, DC. Wherever she resided she was always active in prison ministry. In 1983 she moved to Lexington Park, MD where she continued her devoted service to spreading the word. For 22 years she served as a volunteer at the Chesapeake Shores Nursing Home. She taught bible study, played piano for worship services and ministered individually to the residents. Her deeds and devoted service will forever remain her legacy to those she helped, served and loved. Nazerene’s entire life was spent giving of herself to others, even during her illness. God blessed Nazerene with a long fruitful, exuberant life. Her saw her transitioning while praying reaching out to Him. Nazerene leaves to mourn her passing with cherished memories, one Brother, Willie Brown (Dorothea) of Philadelphia, PA; three Nieces, Elizabeth Miller (Robert Sr.), Thomasina Wilson, and Teressa Brown; one Nephew, Douglas Brown (Tiffany); four Great-Nieces, Lisa Miller, Mecca Brown, Aila Brown, and Maya Lassiter; three Great-Nephews, Robert Sr., Delano Miller (Tishema) and Nathan Wilson; Cousins Fred Johnson (Brenda), Gloria Sykes (Linwood), Douglas Plummer, and Myra Brown and a host of relatives, friends and extended family. Family will receive friends Saturday, July 29, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Living Hope First United Pentecostal Church, 46694 Midway Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. by Pastor Jerald Staten. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Mary Frances Caolo, 70 Mary Frances Caolo, 70, of Dunkirk, Maryland passed away on June 23, 2012 at her residence. She was born on October 27, 1941 in Prince Frederick, Maryland to the late Mary Nora (nee Buckler) and Arthur Woodrow Henderson. Besides her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her brothers,
Louis, Billy, Pete and Eddy Henderson. She attended public school in Calvert County. Then she moved to Baltimore, married and raised her children, then she helped with her grandchildren, that she helped and enjoyed being with. Last year she moved back to Calvert and resided in Dunkirk. She is survived by sons Ricky Jones of Baltimore, Norman Jones and his wife Stacy of Baltimore, Michael and his wife Lady of Virginia, daughters Mary Day, and Verna Ferranto both of Baltimore. Brother of George Henderson of Dunkirk, MD, Michael Henderson of North Carolina, Roberta Henderson of Gaithersburg, MD, Ruth Moran of Towson, MD, Edith Thomas of Solomons, MD, Dottie Reed of St. Mary’s, County, MD, and Dee Dee Jones of North Carolina. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many cousins, nephews and nieces. The family received friends on June 28, 2012 at the Rausch funeral Home, Port Republic, MD. Interment followed in Waters Memorial Cemetery.
Frank Chandler, 50 Frank Lawrence “Butch” Chandler, 50 of Leonardtown, MD, died July 18, 2012 at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. He was born in Highland, Illinois on March 1, 1962. He was the son of Frank Harry Chandler and Marilyn Ann Kuchta Chandler. Butch was predeceased by maternal grandparents Raymond and Evelyn Kuchta and paternal grandparents Frank Edward (Bud) and Emma Chandler. He was a Retired Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy and had been employed by the Mitre Corporation since 2004. Butch began his Naval career by enlisting on July 4, 1980. Selected and commissioned as a Limited Duty Officer in 1991, his first tour of duty as a naval officer was aboard USS Olldendorf as the Electronic Materials Officer. He was assigned to the Naval Telecommunications and Computer Station in San Diego from 1994 to 1995. Then followed duty as the Combat Information Center Officer aboard USS Essex, and in 1999 he was selected for assignment at the White House Communications Agency where he served as the J-4 Logistics Deputy and Presidential Communications Officer from 2000 to 2003. His last active duty station was the Military Sealift Command Headquarters. He has received the Meritorious Service Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, 4 Navy commendations and 2 Navy achievement medals. He attended California State University at Long Beach and an overseas program at Moscow State University, Russia where he completed a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (Eastern Europe/Russia concentration) with a minor in Russian language in 1996. His talent for language included competency in Russian and a working knowledge of Polish and Czech. Upon retirement from the Navy in 2004, he joined the Mitre Corporation and provided mobile communications support for the White House Communications Agency and Airborne Electronic Warfare through the Naval Air Station Patuxent
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River location. Butch grew to know and care deeply about his Southern Maryland community. Whether providing volunteer technology support to the Southern Maryland Historical Society, assisting the Sotterley Foundation or offering his expertise to many locally owned businesses, he gave of his time and talents with his trademark generosity. He had a strong desire to contribute wherever possible. Frank is survived by his loving wife, Katherine Barrett Stormont of Leonardtown, MD; his daughter: Katharine Elizabeth Chandler; his parents: Frank H. Chandler and Marilyn K. Chandler; and his sisters: Jennifer Rae Chandler and Amanda Beth Belisle. The family will receive friends for Visitation on Friday July 27, 2012 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on July 28, 2012 at Our Lady Church, Medley’s Neck Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Memorial donations may be made to: Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Walter Chilcoat, 91 Walter W. Chilcoat, 91, passed away on July 19, 2012. He was born in Baltimore, MD on November 30, 1920, and lived in Baltimore until moving to the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD where he was attended to by a professional staff of employees who were kind and caring. He was a World War II Army Veteran. Survived by his daughter, Auneita Pojmann (David Pojmann) of New Mexico; his two granddaughters, Wendy Pojmann Parigi of New York, and Karen Pojmann of Missouri; and his sister, Mildred Parks of Towson, MD. All arrangements are being handled by Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. There will be no service.
Dorothy Hardesty She was born on March 28, 1925 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Norris H. and Helen E. Edmonds Hardesty. Besides her parents, Dorothy is predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Carida Hardesty, Elizabeth Helen Denton, Edmond B. Hardesty and Norris G. Hardesty, Jr. She is survived by her niece, Darlene E. Horsmon and her husband John of St. Leonard, MD, great niece Kimberly H, Long and her husband Phillip of St. Leonard, MD, great nephews Christopher R. Horsmon and his wife Cindy of St. Leonard, MD and Jeffrey A. Horsmon and his wife Vicky of St. Leonard, MD and many more nieces and nephews. Services for Dorothy will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert County Nursing Center.
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Mary Ellen Gross Jones Mary Ellen Gross Jones was born August 27, 1911, to the late Mervin and Ellen Gross. On July 15, 2012, just short of her 101st birthday, the Lord peacefully called her to eternal rest after a little more than a year’s stay at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House located in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Mary, a native of Calvert County, was educated there in public school thru the sixth grade, and was united in marriage to the late Arthur Jones by the late Reverend Preston. R. Vauls in October of 1934. From this union fifteen children were born. Raised with a religious awareness she attended St. Edmonds United Methodist Church, Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, and the Free Gospel Deliverance Temple Church of Coral Hills, where Bishop Ralph E. Green was the pastor. There she acknowledged the Lord Jesus as her Savior, was water baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost. A lover of the Word of God, she favored the 23rd Psalm. Indicative of the times, Mary worked in several homes as a domestic engineer; her most memorable employers were Dr. Mess and Mr. & Mrs. Neto. She served them for many years as a cook, and was known for her exceptional fried chicken, potato salad, yeast rolls, and delicious cakes. She lived in “Rich Neck” for many years, farmed alongside her husband, and was skilled at canning and preserving foods. At the end of her long days, she would on occasion watch a baseball game, but spent most her time managing her home. She enjoyed raising and nurturing farm animals including chickens, ducks, and turkeys. She was a woman of profound strength, cared for her family with much diligence, and literally rose early in the morning before the break of day for many years. Hers was the days of wood burning stoves, drawing water from a well, Kerosene lanterns, and food made only from “scratch.” Also a good seamstress, she looked well after her household and did not eat the bread of idleness. (Proverbs 31) She maintained her independence at her own home through the age of 97. As her age began to manifest debilitating symptoms that put her at risk, she was exceptionally cared for in the home of Gladys Coates, who was daily facilitated by Alberta Jones, and other supportive family members. Ultimately cared for by the staff of the Burnett Calvert Hospice House, she transitioned without dismay. Mary was courageous, never complained and typically when asked how she was feeling would say, “I feel fine…” Sober in mind, gentle in spirit, she loved the Lord Jesus Christ, and would often say it was because, “He first loved me.”
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Joseph Lawrence, 81 Joseph Thomas Lawrence, 81, of Valley Lee, MD., departed this life on July 3, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer, at Hospice of St. Mary's, Callaway, MD., surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was born in Leonardtown, MD on March 21, 1931 to the late Walter and Charity Mason Lawrence. He received his education in the St. Mary's County Public School System. Joseph served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. He was honorably discharged from the Reserve in 1961. After his military career ended, he began working at Public Works Department of Transportation at the Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, MD. Joseph worked at Public Works for 34 years before retiring in 1986. In 1953, Joseph married the late Annie Berry Lawrence and from this union, they were blessed with nine children. He was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, brother and a friend to all who knew him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching football. Joseph was an avid Washington Redskin fan. He also loved spending time with his family at family gatherings. Joseph adored his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; he loved and cherished them all. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Charity Lawrence; two daughters, Ann Marie Maddox and Caroline Lawrence; and two sisters, Jeanette Dyson and Catherine Cutchember. Joseph leaves to cherish his memories his children, Leo Mugg of Lexington Park, MD, Joseph Berry, Jr., of Leonardtown, MD., Joann, Lucille and Irving Lawrence of Valley Lee, MD., Shirley Foote (Teddy) of Great Mills, MD., and Bernice Mackall (James) of Lusby, MD.; one sister, Irene Gross of Piney Point, MD., thirteen grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren; two special nieces, Gloria Church and Genevieve Berry (who was like a sister); two son-in-laws, Vernon Maddox and James Mackall and a special son-in-law, Teddy Foote; four sister-in-laws, five brotherin-laws; a friend, Yvonne Maddox and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many close relatives and friends. Visitation was held on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 Mass of Christian Burial at St. George's Catholic Church, 19199 St. George's Church Road, Valley Lee, MD. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, MD.
Sharon Russell, 56 Sharon Denise Russell, 56, of Lusby, MD passed away July 17, 2012 at Aria Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Known as Shari, she was born September 22, 1955 in Prince
Frederick, MD to Frederick Lyle and Judith M. (Pickrel) Hightower. She was raised in Chesapeake Beach, attended Beach Elementary and Calvert Middle School, and graduated from Calvert High School. She was married to Danny Linthicum and lived in District Heights, MD, raising their daughter April. Shari and Danny later divorced and she moved back to Chesapeake Beach, MD. She married Charles W. Russell October 31, 1983 and she and Charlie resided in Lusby, MD. In addition to being a homemaker Shari was employed for several years at the U.S. Navy Department Office of the Comptroller. She and a business partner, Michele Quesenberry, later owned and operated a gift shop called “Inner Equinox” in Solomons, MD. She was also a massage therapist and Reiki Master. In her leisure time Shari enjoyed crafts and jewelry making, and was fond of shopping, watching movies, and dining out. She was a person who loved people and enjoyed spending time helping others. Shari was preceded in death by her father Freddy Hightower. She is survived by her husband Charlie Russell; a daughter April D. Gray and son Jason A. Russell, both of Leonardtown, MD; a grandson Craig Gantt of Lusby; her mother Judie Turner of Indian Head, MD; sisters Darla Turner of Indian Head, Ellen Hightower Kronk of Lusby and Kelly Hightower McMillion of Frankford, WV; and other siblings Carl Jackson of Garrisonville, VA, Joyce Anderson of Kentucky, James Jackson of North Carolina, Judy Blazek of Spotsylvania, VA, Chris Hightower of Warrenton, VA, and Stephanie Myles of Renick, WV. A memorial visiting for family and friends will be held Thursday July 26 from 7-9 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where a memorial service and celebration of Shari’s life will be held Friday July 27 at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions in Shari’s name may be made to the Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute, 31 Center Drive, Building 31, Bethesda, MD 20892. For additional information visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com
15 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 26, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m., with a Funeral Service at 11 a.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will be private. Contributions in memory of Ruby Lee Slack may be made to the Lexington Park Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 339 Lexington Park, MD 20653.
Chris Turlington, 37 Christopher Andrew “Chris” Turlington passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 19th, from an aneurysm. He was 37. Originally from Gloucester, Virginia, Chris graduated from Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, VA with degrees in History and Religious Studies. He was a proud brother of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and was instrumental in the re-colonization of Kappa Sigma at Randolph-Macon. Upon graduation, he went on to work for Kappa Sigma, proudly helping consult other chapters on the Eastern seaboard. It was through Kappa Sigma that he met his wife, Rae Anne Turlington. Chris was a beloved teacher at Patux-
ent High School, sharing his passion for history with his students daily. He was very active in the Athletic Department at PHS, having coached the Girl’s Varsity Basketball team. He also coached his son’s t-ball team and basketball team. Chris enjoyed watching his daughter learn to swim and dance. He was an avid sports fan and self-proclaimed connoisseur of beer. Chris’ family was the light of his life, and he was a devoted father, husband, son, and brother. He is survived by his wife, Rae Anne (Edwards), and his beloved children, Hunter (7) and Olivia (3), all of Port Republic, MD. Chris was preceded in death by his father, Pete Turlington of Gloucester, VA. Survivors include his mother, Jackie Turlington, sister Carrie Turlington Provensen and brother-in-law Ethan Provensen, all of Gloucester, VA; mother-and father-inlaw Pam and Jim Edwards of Bethalto, IL; sister-and brother-in-law Rebecca and Jerry Wood of Denver, NC; and nephew Trenton and niece Avery of Denver, NC. Visitation will be held Monday, July 23rd from 4 to 7pm at Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby. Funeral and Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, July 24th at 11 am at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Lusby, MD. In lieu of flowers, a trust has been set up for his children’s college education. Contributions can be made in the form of a check to the Christopher A. Turlington Memorial Fund at PNC Bank, P.O. Box 192, Solomons, MD, 20688.
Ruby Slack, 78 Ruby Lee Slack, 78, of California, MD passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 23, 2012 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on March 13, 1934 in Norfolk, VA she was the daughter of the late Toy and Stella Estell Allen. Ruby is survived by her loving husband Charles E. Slack whom she married on June 27, 1964 in City Road Methodist Church, Elizabeth City, NC. Ruby is survived by her children; Steve Thompson of Bellingham, WA, Betty James of Hattiesburg, MS, Crystal Moore of California, MD., and Donna Henderson of Easton, MD, 14 grandchildren, and
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Punishment Detectives Seeking Attempted Robbery Suspects By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Local investigators say that two men who entered the Three Mules Welding Supply store on Great Mills Road and attempted to rob it are still on the loose and should be considered armed and dangerous. One suspect wore dark sweatpants, sweatshirt and a mask, while the second wore dark sweatpants, a gray hooded sweatshirt and a mask as well. Both are described as black males, police said, and reportedly entered the store at about 9a.m. on July 20 armed with a rifle. An employee at the store got a firearm when they saw the intruders, causing both suspects to flee towards Chancellors Run Road, police said. Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron said that though he has no evidence that armed robberies are on the rise, the fact
that assailants are coming in armed is significant. Cameron said that there were no shots fired during the incident and the employee appeared to be “absolutely” justified in their actions. “These are always alarming because they’re [the assailants] armed and they’ve given forethought to actually using it,” Cameron said. “Anyone is within their rights to defend themselves at home or in their business. “It was apparent to me he was within his rights to defend himself.” Police are asking anyone with information to call Det. Sarah Russell at 301475-4200 ext. 9105 or they can contact Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333 or text the information to CRIMES (274637). Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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POLICE BRIEFS Detectives Seek Suspect in Store Robbery
On Friday, July 20, two males entered the Boatman’s Mini Mart between the hours of 9 and 10 p.m. The suspects brandished a handgun and demanded money from the store employee. The suspects obtained an undisclosed amount of money from the store before fleeing in an unknown direction, police said. The St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations responded to the scene and has assumed the investigation. Persons wishing to provide information can directly contact Det. Robert Merritt at (301) 475-4200 x 9042. You may also provide information by contacting Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333 or Text your information to CRIMES (274637). Simply enter “TIP239” (847239) before your tip. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Two charged in Attempted Air Conditioner Theft
On July 22, deputies responded to Chapman Drive in Lexington Park for a theft in progress. Upon arrival, deputies met with the victim who reported she heard a loud noise coming from her window, and as she lifted the blinds she noticed two suspects attempting to steal her air conditioning unit. The subjects fled when they heard police sirens. The victim provided a description of the suspects and deputies began to canvas the area in an attempt to locate them. Two suspects matching the description of the suspects were located near the crime scene. They were identified as Corey Anthony Kelton, 20, of Waldorf and James Edward Nolan, 54, of Lexington Park. Further investigation and independent witness identification revealed both individuals were allegedly involved in the attempted theft. Kelton and Nolan were arrested and charged with trespassing, destruction of property and theft.
Man Arrested after Confrontation at Hotel
On July 21, deputies responded to a local hotel in Lexington Park for a report of a subject banging on the hotel doors. Deputies located a subject matching the broadcast information still on the property standing in front of a hotel door. As Deputies approached the subject, later identified as Demetrius Roy Dyson, 22, of Valley Lee, he began yelling at the deputies and attempted to walk away, police reported. Deputies ordered Dyson to stop and caught up to him. Dyson took an aggressive stance with the deputies, clenching his fists, they said, and Dyson’s yelling and disorderly behavior drew a crowd of spectators. Deputies told Dyson he was under arrest. Dyson allegedly resisted arrest but was subdued after a brief struggle. He was transported to the detention center and charged with disorderly conduct.
Man Charged with Violating Protective Order
On July 22, deputies responded to a residence on Great Mills Road in Great Mills for a report of a burglary in progress. Deputies contacted the victim who advised Timothy Wayne Bush, 47, of Lexington Park, was at her residence but fled prior to the deputy’s arrival. Further investigation determined that no burglary had occurred, however Bush was in violation of a protective order which was issued, served on Bush effective until March, 14, 2013, police alleged. Bush was located a short time later, arrested and charged with violating the conditions of a protective order.
Man Charged With Inciting Crowd
On July 22, deputies responded to Castaway Circle in Lexington Park for the report of a large crowd in the roadway. Once on the scene some of the individuals in the crowd became unruly and refused to calm down which continued the disturbance, police stated. Deputies identified Brian O’Neill Hicks, 29, of Waldorf as one who was inciting the crowd and refusing to calm down, police said. Hicks refused to stop his disorderly behavior, police alleged, and he was placed under arrest and charged with disorderly conduct.
Woman Charged with Assault with a Table Top
On July 22, police responded to Knight Court in Lexington Park for a report of a disturbance and assault. Kimberly Marie Milburn, 30, of Lexington Park was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Milburn allegedly struck the victim in the head with a glass tabletop. Milburn was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.
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On July 22, deputies responded to a local bar on Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville for the report of a disturbance. Upon arrival deputies contacted Andre Lamont Reid, 44, of Clements. Reid was blocking the handicap ramp that another individual was trying to use. Reid refused to move, police said. As deputies were attempting to speak with Reid he became increasingly disorderly by raising his voice, yelling and threatening to punch the deputies, police said. Reid was ordered to cease his actions, which he allegedly refused. Reid’s disorderly behavior drew the attention of those in the parking lot. He was placed under arrest and charged with disorderly conduct, disturbance of the public peace and hindering passage.
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PORT OF LEONARDTOWN WINERY- off Route 5 at 23190 Newtowne Neck Road. Enjoy love music by Folk Salad Trio from 5:30PM to 8:30PM. No cover. The Winery is open from Noon to 9PM on First Fridays for wine tastings of our award winning wines. Artist Toni Wolf’s work is on display and for sale. Raffle Tickets sold here. Local wine, art and local music make for a great time! For more information and instant updates, see our website or like us on Facebook. Call 301-690-2192.
NORTH END GALLERY- 41652 Fenwick Street. August and its head is often thought of as the Dog Days of Summer. The artists of the North End Gallery bring you a show by that name. Come in, cool off and view the art of “The Dog Days of Summer” with a show running from 7/31 to 9/2. Enjoy our First Friday reception held at the Gallery on 8/3. North End Gallery offers unique gifts from 32 of Southern Maryland’s best artists and artisans. Treat yourself or someone you love to a hand made treasure from your community. Raffle Tickets sold here.
ST. MARY’S MACARONI KID Look for us on the Square with our fun FREE craft table for kids! Learn about other kid friendly events in St. Mary’s and sign up for our free weekly e-newsletter. St. Mary’s Macaroni Kid is a free weekly e-newsletter and website offering all the kid and family friendly events in the county. www.stmarys.macaronikid.com
FUZZY FARMERS MARKET – 22696 Washington Street. Indulge yourself with goat’s milk soap, unique jewelry, handmade item and luxurious scarves and shawls. Fill your home with hand painted accents as well as fabulous textiles and pottery. You’ll see how we upcycle discarded objects into fabulous and fun bags, jewelry and more. Visit us to find out what our cooperative of local women artists and farmers are dreaming up and creating next! Raffle Tickets sold here. GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS41675 Park Ave. The Good Earth is pleased to announce that Dr. Stacey Dent of Harbor Bay Clinic of Chiropractic will be our guest on August 3 from 5 to 8 pm. Come by for a complimentary screening and ask any questions you may have about Dr. Dent’s gentle, effective, and specific methods. For more information visit www.HarborBayChiropractic.com.
First Friday is made possible by these businesses and other LBA members: Bella Music School Big Larry’s Comic Book Café Brewing Grounds Café des Artistes Craft Guild Shop Colleen’s Dream College of Southern Maryland Crazy for Ewe Fenwick Street Used Books and Music Fuzzy Farmer’s Market Good Earth Natural Foods The Shops of Maryland Antiques Center Creekside Gallery Kevin’s Corner Kafé Leonardtown Arts Center Leonardtown Galleria
OLDE TOWNE STITCHERY 41610 Fenwick Street (next to Towne Florist). 301-475-0005 Have some fun, learn something new, enjoy refreshments, and do something positive for your community ... all at the same time. Our goal is to assist you in making the quilt of your dreams. We offer classes from beginner to advanced and even kids sewing and quilting classes. We stock fabric, books, patterns and notions from many companies as well as selling finished quilts, bags and table runners. Our staff works hard to offer suggestions when asked, encouragement when needed, and friendly service at all times.
patchwork quilts, quilted and appliqued wall hangings, appliqued T-towels, cotton and wool felt pillows, novelty pillows, cupcake place mats, aprons, primitive dolls, purses and shoulder bags. She also paints wooden birdhouses and primitive wooden shelves. The Craft Guild Shop is a co-op of diverse and dedicated local artisans and hand-crafters. We offer traditional and contemporary crafts, unique handmade items, Maryland souvenirs, and a year-round Christmas display. Many of these items are oneof-a-kind. Various classes offered. Call 301-997-1644 .
Leonardtown Grill Lynn’s Café and Catering Montparnasse Gallery and Gifts North End Gallery Oga’s Asian Cuisine Olde Town Pub Olde Towne Stitchery On A Roll Port of Leonardtown Winery Rustic River Bar and Grill Quality Street Kitchens Shelby’s Creative Framing St. Mary’s Macaroni Kid The Farmer’s Daughter Cupcakes The Front Porch Treadles Studio Ye Olde Towne Café
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LEONARDTOWN ARTS CENTERCourt Square BLDG, 2nd floor, 22660 Washington St. The Arts Center is a lively addition to the Leonardtown arts scene. Come visit local artists in their studios working on their craft. Painters, sculptors, jewelers and more. The gallery is full of wonderful works in several mediums.
OLDE TOWN PUB- Washington Street. Drink specials, outdoor seating, good times on First Fridays. Relax after work, meet with friends, or come watch the big game on our giant 60-inch plasma TV. Enjoy 14 beers on tap, your favorite mixed drinks using only premium spirits, and popular wines. We have tasty appetizers and great meals for the entire family. Our traditional décor offers a welcoming atmosphere whether you’re celebrating a big event or winding down after a day at work. We look forward to serving you at the most popular nightspot in Southern Maryland.
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QUALITY STREET KITCHENS41675 Fenwick Street. Tastings and specials! Learn about our tasty culinary classes and items for your kitchen.
THE FRONT PORCH - 22770 Washington Street. Set within the Sterling House, we offer creative American Cuisine in a casual dining and cozy atmosphere. The menu includes a broad selection of starters, soups, sandwiches, salads, and entrees. We offer daily specials, feature seasonal ingredients, local produce, and boast an ever changing dessert menu. The “back room” at The Front Porch showcases over 40 varieties of wine, while our bar presents Specialty Drinks, Boutique Beer, along with traditional cocktails.
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Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!
World's Fastest Lawn Mower Racer Coming to Local Event As a child, Bobby Cleveland would push a red Snapper mower around the lawn in his hometown of Locust Grove,
Ga., the clacking of the mower rang through the neighborhood as he zipped around the lawn. It would take him about an hour to cut the grass. He would always run around, trying to hurry and complete his task as fast as possible. “I thought to myself, boy if they ever turn this into a competition, I'd win because I always try to do it so fast,” Cleveland said. After getting a job with a lawn mowing company, Cleveland had access to all the parts and equipment he wanted and began to build mower engines just for fun. The roaring, powerful mowers he put together were so impressive he was invited for a pre-race event at the Atlanta 500. “I take a piece of junk and make it fly,” he said. Eventually, Cleveland joined the national lawn mower racing series, where he became known as the Engine Answer Man, and reached speeds upwards of 50 mph driving his infamous “Sodzilla.” Since his debut in 1995, Cleveland
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has become the fastest man on the mower racing circuit. He has been at or near the top of the national lawnmower ranks his entire career, racking up world records and various awards including overall points champ nine times, driver of the year and has even been selected to represent the USA at the World Championships. Cleveland will be bringing his talents to Southern Maryland when Bowles Farms hosts its eighth annual St. Mary's National Lawn Mower Race Aug. 3-4. Top racers from all over the country are coming because the event is a regional Photos By Frank Marquart points race that can be Jason Brown, of Clements, won last year’s points championship. used as a qualifier for Ronnie Mattingly of St. Mary’s Opthe National Race, traditionally held on Labor Day weekend in timist Club, and event chairman, told The County Times Bowles Farms is one of the Delaware, Ohio. Cleveland said racing at Bowles best tracks on the mower racing circuit, Farms is his favorite venue of the season they make sure to keep the clay on the for two reasons; the quality of the track track smooth and even. “There are not that many dedicated and the large crowds that come out to tracks like this one around the country,” support the sport. Fans attending the event at Bowles Cleveland said, adding he elects to skip Farms will be seeing one of the better some other events to make sure he is free lawn mower races, which is different to come to St. Mary’s County. “It’s the best track we have and the from go-cart racing because mowers are best event of the year,” Cleveland said, top heavy, Cleveland said. To Cleveland, Bowles Farms pres- “better than the nationals.” The Southern Maryland crowd is one ents an opportunity to race at one of the of the largest of the year for a lawnmower finer venues, “It’s a drive-in track, not just a circle. race. According to Mattingly approxiIt’s more fun and challenging,” Cleveland mately 5,000-7,000 people are expected in attendance. said.
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“It’ll fill up. There will be cars all the way out to the road,” Mattingly said. “It makes it that much better when you got great people,” Cleveland said, adding that the large crowds make it easy for the racers to get enthusiastic for the heats. “We enjoy getting the people together,” said Bowles Farms owner Tommy Bowles. “we always have a very down-athome atmosphere.” The Le Mans-style start used in past years, where racers would sprint to their mowers, start them and race, has been eliminated, because too often it took some of the top mowers out of the race right away if they didn’t start up quickly. Instead, this year will feature what Mattingly called a “NASCAR-style” start, giving all the mowers a chance to get started, which the crowd seems to enjoy more. “Starting is a big part of the race. [In the past] if your mower didn't start right up, you had no chance,” Cleveland explained.
Mower racing began in St. Mary’s County when it was suggested to Mattingly to attempt organizing a small lawn mower race. After a lot of interest for a little weekend event, Mattingly said they decided to get involved with the lawn mower racing organization. Word of mouth spread the popularity, and people enjoyed the show so much they kept coming back year after year until Southern Maryland became the largest draw on the circuit. Some of the other events Mattingly believes people seem to enjoy at the farm over the weekend are the competitive excavator games, such as the “tic-tac-toe” exhibition. Bowles said that people should come out not only because they will have a good time, but also because it is a nonprofit event with the money going back into the community. All proceeds will benefit the Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad and the 7th District Optimist Club, Mattingly said.
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While the proceeds from this weekend’s race will go back to the community, Cleveland hopes to proceed with the pursuit of his ultimate goal. Although Cleveland set the lawnmower world speed record in 2010 when he reached 96.5 miles per hour at the Salt Flats in Utah in 2010, it remains an active goal for him to hit triple digits. “They're not going to remember who went 96.5, they're going to remember who went 100 first,” Cleveland said. His engine's belt was slipping in 2010, and he knows he can easily fix that problem when he eventually returns to Utah. It is important to be patient, and know your opponents, Cleveland said, adding that one of his biggest concerns is getting in front of local racer Jason Brown, last year’s points champion. Despite the intense competition that will be on display during the race, the event is still all for good fun. “The main point is that this is a great fundraiser for the community,” Cleveland said, “So come out, have fun, and meet the world's fastest racer.” For more information on the events visit www.bowlesfarms.com.
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False Promises By Marta Hummel Mossburg A generation ago, communism crashed to insolvency. Daniel Yergin and Joseph Stanislaw’s 1998 best-seller, “The Commanding Heights,” chronicled the privatization of railways, utilities and other mega corporations that governments could not run. In 1996 President Bill Clinton declared that “the era of big government is over.” That wasn’t quite true, however. Governments may have downsized in some areas, but their girth kept growing, driven in large part by lofty promises to state employees and citizens alike that were not sustainable, even in good times. Here in the land of the free, government hands out so many goodies the country should be called the Entitled States of America. As one example, nearly one in seven people are on food stamps, and as reported in “The Daily Caller,” the government recently gave a “Gold Award” to social workers in North Carolina who overcame “mountain pride” to increase those on the local food stamp dole by 10 percent.
Ironically, however, as the recent “derecho” proved, government can’t do the most basic of things: Keep your air conditioning running. At one point more than 2 million people lost power from storms that hit Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington, D.C., Indiana, Ohio and New Jersey; tens of thousands remained without it in the state for days after the storm. Gov. Martin O’Malley promised that “Nobody will have their boot further up Pepco’s backside than I will to make sure we get there,” when the utility said it could take a week to restore power to some of the hundreds of thousands of customers who lost it due to severe thunderstorms. But as Gregg Easterbrook wrote recently in The Atlantic, O’Malley’s administration did little to hold the company accountable before the storm. The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) is a notorious lap dog, in part because although Maryland local government is traditionally clean, the Maryland State House is traditionally corrupt. As the goodgovernment website OurDC notes, “From 2008 to 2010, Pepco CEO Joe Rigby earned $8.8 million and Pepco
School Board Incumbent Wants Your Vote Why re-elect me? First, I have a vested interest in this community. I have lived here 42 years, raised my children here, and now have grandchildren in the schools. I worked hard to keep the paraeducators last year, and this year my granddaughter and many other children have benefited from this resource. As the United States lags behind other nations in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), we have the STEM program that my granddaughter will participate in next year. We should all have a vested interest in all children as these children are our future. Second, I have 29 years of experience at all grade levels, and I have taught from the severely disabled to the gifted. I understand the intricacies of education. Third, I participate in the community through the Retirees’ Association, League of Women Voters of St. Mary’s County, the American Association of University Women, and the board of education. In the past, I was on the Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) to the board of education, the Superintendent’s Teachers‘ Forum, and Bowie State University’s Special Education Advisory Board.
top officers earned more than $22 million. During that same period, Pepco reported $882 million in profits, paid no federal and state income taxes and received $817 million in tax refunds.” Yet as the money rolled in, the PSC allowed Pepco to cut back on maintenance, in order to divert funds to dividends and management bonuses. So, days after the Supreme Court puts America on the path to government controlling every aspect of a person’s health care, Mother Nature disabused us of faith in Big Brother. So have job numbers, which despite a massive stimulus, show the economy limping along, with unemployment stuck at 8.2 percent nationally. O’Malley does not control the weather. But he does control who is appointed to the PSC, which oversees utilities in Maryland. And soon government will be involved with the most intimate aspects of everyone’s health care, if it isn’t already. As last week’s storms proved, however, we will always be on our own no matter how much we pay for cradle-to-grave government care.
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Fourth, I am known as an advocate for children and have written 150 letters to various publications. Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano recently crowned me the “Class Size Queen” because I feel low class sizes are so very important. This is especially true in this age of inclusion or educating the disabled with regular students. I am a champion of our numerous pathways to meet the needs of all children. Some of these include the Fairlead Academy, the STEM Academies, the James A. Forest Career and Technology Center, the Chesapeake Charter School, the Business and Finance Academy, the Academy of Global and International Studies (GIS), and APEX for credit recovery and original credit. I must mention that the students at the Forest Center recently built a beautiful home. Our staff is very important, and without them we can’t move forward at all. They deserve to be compensated fairly as do our retirees who have given so much! I look at this position as a full time job. Between doing my board work as vice chair, and responding to countless invitations in order to keep in touch with the community, I spend at least 40 hours fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. I love my job and I love our children. Please vote for me Nov. 6 because a vote for me is a vote for the children. Be sure to Keep Our Children First!
What a farce electing a president has become in our country. We have no choice of who we want to run to become our president. It appears the candidate will be the person who spends the most money trying to get elected. Millionaires who have many people giving them money to get elected are the candidates. Millions of dollars are spent belittling each party’s candidate. If any of the insinuations on either side are true, why do we want this type of person running or attempting to run our country? They are like two little boys calling each other dirty names. Our country is in a precarious state and could use the millions of dollars being spent to get elected in a more useful way, helping the little tax payers. Our current president spends millions of taxpayer dollars traveling all over the country seeking to get re-elected. When does he work? The current situation of our country shows the real need for a third party. It is sickening to see how yeas or nays are recorded, no matter what the bill both parties vote the party line. Why do we need all these people in Congress when all they know is to vote the party line? Are these the people truly qualified to spend the taxpayers’ monies? Members of Congress should use their own brain and their own ideas when considering the bill presented for a vote. Show your constituents that you are the person elected to represent them. Don’t be a puppet and vote the party line. Show some initiative and make your constituents proud of you. Show the taxpayers you are the person they elected. Voting the party line does not cut it.
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Newsmakers
Local Girls Headed to Regionals
Front Row: Haley Squires, Rachel Buffin, Conrrine Fernald, Ashleigh Head, Seffie Lewallen, Olivia Ford. Second Row: Coach Lee Bassett, Courtney Bell,Coach Kevin Squires, Jasmine Smith, Jasmyn Ogletree, Chloe Day, Manager Al Ogletre
By Alex Panos Staff Writer By winning the Maryland state title last weekend in Havre de Grace, St. Mary’s American Senior League girls fast pitch softball team has secured a spot in the Eastern Regional Tournament being held in Massachusetts starting July 28. A regional championship in New England would give the girls a chance to represent St. Mary’s County at the Senior League Softball World Series in Delaware. St. Mary’s utilized strong starting pitching throughout the Senior League season, using the dominant and overpowering arms of Chloe Day and Jasmyn Ogletree to shut down opponents. In five games during the state tournament, St. Mary’s tossed two shutouts and gave up a total of just nine runs enroute to posting a stingy earned run average (ERA) of 0.31. They are also getting key contributions and timely hits from position players, Ashlieh Head came through with a vital two-out double in a key game to drive in go-ahead –and eventual winning – runs. As a collective unit, the girls are rak-
Chloe Day winds up for a pitch
ing – crossing the plate 54 times in five games, including a rout of Delmar 24-0 in game No. 1 and a 10-0 laugher against Mid Shore in game No. 2. Manager Alvin Ogletree said St. Mary’s ability to flash the leather has also given them an edge this season. “We have a great defense, and two great starting pitchers,” Ogletree said. The team has been honing their skills four to five days a week, for two hours per session, since the end of the Senior League regular season in preparation for the summer tournaments. Despite only playing as high as recreational baseball himself, Ogletree got into coaching in order to see his daughter, Jasmyn, succeed. According to him, the team’s old coach was seldom available, and did not make a commitment to the parents and athletes that were investing time and effort into the program. “The team didn’t practice, their skill levels were not going to develop,” he said. Ogletree decided to take matters into his own hands. “He said to me ‘if you don’t like how I’m coaching, why don’t you do it?’ So I did.” Using “patience with the girls” along with attentive instruction, Ogletree and his staff have St. Mary’s on the cusp of reaching the Senior League’s biggest stage. Joining the Maryland champs at the regionals are the elite teams from Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. Ogletree looks forward to facing New Jersey in Saturday’s opening round, although he is aware it will be a challenge, calling them “one of the toughest teams in the tournament.” Due to inclement weather, the team had less time to prepare funds for the trip to New England. They are currently accepting donations to help pay for the trip, as well as the potential trip to Delaware. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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Bistro Belle Maison Opens Quietly in Solomons By Corrin M. Howe Staff Writer Weekend diners have a new option to experience elegant entrees at an affordable price in a relaxed atmosphere.
Bistro Belle Maison chef, owner and hostess Amanda Rutledge Comer said her goal is to provide guests with a unique menu while still recognizing that Solomons is a tourist destination. Located on the first floor of the Blue Heron Inn Bed and Breakfast, the bistro dining room marries fancy dining with seaside charm. The seven tables have tan leather and wrought iron chairs in an open space and a waterside view for the casual atmosphere while the place settings are formed with cloth napkins, tablecloths, fresh flowers and tea lights. Jazz plays in the background. Comer, trained at the Culinary Institute of America, has a “blackboard menu,” meaning her meal offerings will take into account the local produce she can purchase. On the third weekend after opening the menu was: Ahi tuna with corn and watermelon salad, veal sweat breads pancetta and creamed leaks, coq au vin with smashed potatoes and chard, mussels with artichoke, sage sausage and garlic and white wine sauce and heirloom eggplant. All the items ranged between $11 and $16. The drink special was white sangria with pieces of fresh apples and pear Seared Ahi Tuna with corn and watermelon salad was one of the items mixed in with the ice. Hurricane Isabelle provided Comer the opportunity listed on the chalkboard for the day to pursue her dream of attending CIA to become a chef. The inn is behind Lotus Kitchen, LLC and Kim’s Key She was working at Baltimore restaurant flooded during Lime Pies, which Comer and her business partner, Kelly the storm and its closure allowed her to receive training. Guilfoyle own together. After she finished her training, she and her husband, Currently the Bistro Belle Maison is open Thursday, Chris, looked into purchasing a bed and breakfast and Friday and Saturday for dinner from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. found their place in the Blue Heron Inn, located almost at Comer requests people make reservations ahead of time at Chef Amanda Rutledge Comer and sous chef Joe Kemp stand outside the end of the main road down on Solomons. 410-326-2707. on the deck of the Blue Heron Inn, which hosts the Bistro Belle Maison.
HVFD Hosts Annual Carnival Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department held its annual carnival last weekend. Despite less than stellar weather to start the weekend, the event still drew a significant amount of people. On Sunday evening after the weather broke, the firehouse’s parking lot was packed with cars, and lines for each attraction stretched across the entire grounds The carnival also featured typical amusement park food, games – such spinning wheels, bingo games and of course carnival staples like the Merry-Go-Round and Farris wheel. All the proceeds from the carnival will go to the Volunteer Fire Department to help them continue to support the community. If you missed the Carnival last weekend, The Fire Department is continuing its fundraiser this week from Friday to Monday, 7-11 p.m.
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Local Kids Get Rock Star Experience By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Young musicians got the full rock star experience during the ninth annual Garrett Music Academy Battle of the Bands. The event was the culmination of two weeks of work, during which young musicians got a taste of what goes into making a band work, from choosing a band name to tuning up for a concert in a matter of minutes during the Making the Band camp. Between 20 and 30 kids ranging in age from 13-18 broke up into four and five piece bands, all with a minimum of a percussion-
ist, a vocalist, a bassist and a guitarist and a keyboardist. In year’s winning band, Fill In the Blanks, the bassist was also a cellist, and the group performed “Shimmer” by Fuel during their set specifically to showcase that talent. Academy owner Nick Garrett said he is continuously impressed by the work the kids put into their bands to be ready for show time. “It’s amazing how quickly they’re able to make transformations like that and pull it off,” he said. For two weeks, the students work toward the Battle of the Bands, transforming
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groups of individuals into units that work together toward a successful performance. They can choose to perform cover pieces, original pieces or both. Garrett said musicians playing original pieces at the Battle of the Bands receive higher marks in that category. Garrett said kids don’t have to be academy students to participate in Making the Band, but they do have to have some prior musical experience. Each band is paired with a producer to help them pick a band name and songs to perform, as well as guiding the kids in asset development and marketing their band and even teaching them to work tighter through disagreements during rehearsal. “It’s really the full gauntlet,” Garrett said. Devin Owens, a drums and percussion instructor and sound engineer at Garrett Music Academy, has been a producer twice now, and fully intends to work with another band next year. This year he mentored The Argonauts, who performed songs like “Move Along” by the All American Rejects, “When You Were Young” by the Killers and “The Reason” by Hoobastank. He said his group as comprised of younger students, and he found “positivity is the thing that works the best.” When they started getting on each other’s nerves, Owens said he would find things they did well, and pointing out their successes often helped diffuse the situation. He said he also teaches the students when you’re on stage, if something goes
wrong you only have a few seconds to fix it. This came into play during one of Owens’s proudest moments with The Argonauts when during one of their first performances, when the amp cord fell out of one of the guitars. Rather than falling apart, the band continued while the musician plugged his instrument back in, then got back into the song without missing a beat. He said when it comes to Making the Band, he has fun with the experience. “There are times I seem to have more fun doing it than they do,” he said. Making the Band helps young musicians build confidence and learn teamwork, Garrett said. In addition to rehearsals with their bands, the kids participated in a rapoff, which Garrett said helps them learn to think on their feet, and singers had to perform one of their songs like a dramatic monologue, without any of the rest of the band. Garrett said this exercise helps young people connect with the emotion and meaning behind the lyrics. Garrett said the camp is “life changing” for kids who “go in two weeks from playing okay to just shredding a stage.” Not all bands break up after Battle of the Bands. Garrett said some have gone on to play together for a few years, and one even competed in the 9:30 Club’s Battle of the Bands in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit www.garrettmusicacademy.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Last Chance for St. Leonard’s Summer Concert Series Southern Rock Group Lynyrd Skynyrd rocked Southern Maryland with hits like “Free Bird,” “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Gimme Three Steps” on Saturday. Tickets are now on sale for the last installation in St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department’s 2012 Summer concert Series, country group Big & Rich. Big & Rich has been releasing hit after hit since 2004 and is known for “Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy),” “Comin’ to Your City” and “Lost in this Moment.” Opening acts for Big & Rich include Cowboy Troy and Bradley Gaskin. Tickets are $50 for premium seats, $45 for reserved seats and $40 for general admission. Proceeds from the summer concert series go to benefit the St. Leonard VFD, helping them buy equipment and tools needed to continue keeping the community safe.
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Cheap Trick and Blondie Come to Calvert Marine Museum Enjoy three hours of music with Cheap Trick and Blondie, appearing live at the Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion on September 30. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 31at 10:00 a.m. to CMM members and to the public on Tuesday, August 7 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets for the concert are $52 for premium seats and $42 for reserved; additional service fees apply. Tickets may be purchased by phone at 1-800-7879454, in person at Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge, or online at www.calvertmarinemuseum. com Become a Calvert Marine Museum member for special perks and the opportunity to purchase the best seats at www.calvertmarinemuseum. com/membership. American rock band, Cheap Trick from Rockford, Illinois is recognized with more than 5000 performances, 20 million records sold, 29 movie soundtracks and 40 gold and platinum recording awards. The band members are the original lineup and include Robin Zander, Rick Nielsen, Tom Petersson and Bun E. Carlos. Their biggest hits are “Surrender,” “I Want you to Want Me,” “Dream Police” and “The Flame.” The group ranked #25 in VH1’s list of the 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock.
Federal funding will finance the placement of as many as 300 million oyster spat in the Chesapeake Bay. The grant, which is just over $1 million, will also support a multi-year effort towards rebuilding oyster reefs, as well as monitoring and evaluating different restoration methods, according to joint press release from Maryland’s two senators. “We know that oyster restoration efforts work and this new funding will allow for additional restoration of oyster beds, to help bring back this important species to our watershed,” Senator Ben Cardin (D) said in the release. Tommy Zinn, the President of
Library Items Last Professional Performance features Paul Hadfield Paul Hadfield combines storytelling, juggling, unicycle music, and physical comedy in his early 20th century vaudeville act on July 30. Charlotte Hall library’s program will be at 10 a.m. at White Marsh Elementary School, Leonardtown library’s will be held at 12:30 p.m. at Leonard Hall Recreation Center, and Lexington Park library’s will be held at 3 p.m. at the library. The Board of Library Trustees is sponsoring this last Professional Performance of the summer. Children’s programs continue Leonardtown library will host a stuffed animal sleepover on Aug. 2. Children can bring their stuffed animals for a storytime at 6 p.m. and then leave them for a sleepover. A slide show of the animals’ adventures will be showing when they pick up the animals on Friday morning. Children ages 9 to 12 can register for an introductory class to PowerPoint at Lexington Park on Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. Two sessions of LEGO fun are planned at Lexington Park on Aug. 7. Kids ages 3 to 6 can attend the 11 a.m. session and children aged 6 and older can come to the session at 3 p.m. Open lab and genealogy class offered for adults Adults who need help with computer skills such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Publisher can register for Leonardtown library’s open computer lab on July 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Trained staff will be available to assist. Lexington Park library will offer an Intermediate Genealogy hands-on class on July 30 at 5:30 p.m. that will cover the 1940 census data plus National Archives and Family Search resources. Adults need to register for both. Reading workshop designed for parents Workshops designed to introduce parents to simple activities to help their children be ready to read are scheduled on Aug. 2 at Lexington Park and on Aug. 9 at both Charlotte Hall and Leonardtown libraries. All three programs begin at 6 p.m., are free and require registration. K-9 dogs to demonstrate The public is invited to watch two bloodhounds in action and learn more about search and recovery at the Leonardtown library on Aug. 4 at 10 a.m. Bay K9 Search and Recovery Team will present this free program.
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the Calvert County Watermen’s Association, said he hopes to see the newly acquired funds be “used for the right purposes,” and go towards the public fisheries. Enough money has already been invested into the private sector, where they grow oysters for profit, he explained. So it would be nice to see some funds go to the oyster bars available to the public. The release also stated the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will work directly with the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science to produce the oyster spat, which is essentially oyster seed, and with the Oyster Recovery Partnership to rebuild reefs throughout the bay. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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Thursday, July 26 • Zumba Fitness Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad (23469 Rescue Lane, Hollywood) – 5:45 p.m. Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Fundraiser Zumba Fitness Classes. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45-6:45 p.m. The cost is $7 per class or $25 for five classes. For information call 301-757-2336. • The Wizard of Oz Great Mills High School (21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills) – 5 p.m. This year’s Summerstock Musical performance will be “The Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum. The production will be held at Great Mills High School on Thursday, July 26 through Sunday, July 29. Sunday evening shows begin at 5 p.m. with all other evening shows beginning at 7 p.m. There will also be a matinee on Saturday, July 28 at 1 p.m. Ticket prices are $14 for adults, $12 for senior citizens 60 years and older and $6 for children 10 and under. Matinee prices are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens 60 years and older and $4 for children 10 and under. For online purchases, go to www.stmarysmd.com/recreate or walk in at the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown. Patrons purchasing tickets online must print them and bring to the show for admittance. Online ticket purchases are highly encouraged due to the possibility of shows selling out and must be purchased no later than 10 p.m. the day before the show you plan to attend. Doors to the school will open one hour before each performance for ticket sales and patrons will enter the auditorium for general seating thirty minutes before each show time. Cash only will be accepted for ticket sales at the door. Please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800 for more information. • Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Carnival Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department (24801 Three Notch Road, Hollywood) – 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s annual carnival will be held July 19-22 and again July 26-30 beginning at 7 p.m. each night. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Visit www.hvfd7.com.
Friday, July 27 • River Concert Series St. Mary’s College of Maryland (18952 E. Fisher Road, St. Mary’s City) – 5 p.m. The ever-popular St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s River Concert Series on the shores of the St. Mary’s River began its 14th year on June 22 and runs every Friday through July 27. The weekly celebration includes world-class music and delicious food from local vendors. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concerts start at 8 p.m. Renowned guest artists, including jazz vocalist Hilary Kole, pianist Brian Ganz, and jazz musician Don Stapleson will join music director Jeffrey Silberschlag and the Chesapeake Orchestra. The outdoor concerts are
free and open to the public, and picnic baskets are welcome. For more information, visit the River Concert Series website at www.smcm.edu/riverconcert. This week’s performance is “Firebird, “Bird,” and the Stars in Our Constellation.” The Grand Finale will feature a profusion of regional jazz, blues, and folk artists, including Don Stapleson, Rick Humphries, and others. Charlie Parker’s “Super Sax” jazz piece and Stravinsky’s ballet hit, Firebird Suite 1919, will end the River Concert Series with a flourish. • “A Place in the Land” with Grace Guggenheim & Flo Stone Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Lane , Hollywood) – 7 p.m. Grace Guggenheim and Flo Stone present “A Place in the Land” at Sotterley Plantation at the latest in the 2012 Speaker Series at Sotterley. An important community outreach, this series is yet another way that this National Historic Landmark fulfills its mission of serving as an educational resource and cultural venue while it seeks to preserve, research, and interpret the plantation’s diverse cultures and environments throughout history. Because of the ongoing generosity of The Boeing Company, dedicated to promoting education and the arts within the Southern Maryland community, the Speaker Series at Sotterley is free to the public. Due to limited seating, advanced reservations are required. Call 301-373-2280 for reservations.
Saturday, July 28 • Unplug with Downtown Tunes Leonardtown Square – 6-9 p.m. This month Downtown Tunes, sponsored by The Leonardtown Business Association, will feature acoustic music. The popular music trio Hamm-It-Ups and The Eds, an acoustic duo of terrific singers and guitarists, take the stage in the Town Square with just their instruments and voices. But don’t let the term, or the numbers, fool you. Even unplugged, these talented musicians are a powerhouse of sound with a wide variety of musical styles. Treat yourself and you family to a good meal, a little ice cream and great music at Downtown Tunes in the Leonardtown Square. • Wine, BBQ Ribs & GrooveSpan Port of Leonardtown (23190 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown) – 5-8 p.m. Enjoy award winning local wines, award winning food & the most versatile band in area. Cafe des Artistes & GrooveSpan will join us for an evening of Local, Local, and Local for buy local challenge week. Chef Loic of Cafe des Artistes will be making BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs with coleslaw and GrooveSpan will provide entertainment. $20 advance reservations. For more information, call 301-690-2192. • Live Auction and More Mt. Zion United Methodist (27108 Mt. Zion Church Road, Mechanicsville) – 2 p.m. Doors open at 11 o’clock to view items, auction begins at 2pm with Rodney Thompson of Homestead Auctions. Meet Pinch Mascot of the So. Md. Blue Crabs Baseball Team, Rada Cutlery Sale, baked goods, homemade ice cream, hot dogs/ hamburgers and more. If you would like
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to make a donation to the auction contact Tom Keller at 301-481-6388, all donations are tax deductible. • Archeology Weekend Historic St. Mary’s City (18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City) – 11 a.m. Get down and dirty with the past at Tidewater Archaeology Weekend, July 28 and 29. Tour excavations at the site of Maryland’s first state house and discover what the soil reveals about Maryland’s beginnings. Visitors are invited to help screen excavated material and see what bits of the past you recover. Archaeologists will help you interpret the stories that each piece tells. An exhibit of artifacts recovered from the site will be on display. Those who follow the director of archaeology’s blog about this year’s findings may see some of the pieces they’ve been reading about. Take a break at an Archaeology Film Fest featuring shows filmed at HSMC. Learn more about Project Lead Coffins, find out what the BBC’s Time Team found in the old City, and discover the Written in Bone exhibit on display at the Smithsonian Museum on Natural History. Shows will run from 1-4 p.m. each day in the Visitor Center auditorium. Take advantage of a once-a-year opportunity to tour the archaeology laboratory. Discover what happens to artifacts after they are unearthed. Space is limited, be sure to sign up at the Visitor Center when you arrive. Tours begin at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4 p.m.. While you’re in the City, be sure to visit the St. John’s Site, Maryland’s premier archaeology museum and one of the most important historic sites in the state. It will be open from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Get the inside scoop on St. John’s by touring the exhibits at 1:30 p.m. with the senior staff archaeologist, who directed excavations on the site. Sign up at the Visitor Center when you arrive. The excavations will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Admission ($10 adult; seniors $9; youth (6-18) $6: under 5 years and Friends members free) includes access to special activities, living history sites, and the St. John’s Site Museum. For more information about the museum and its programs visit www.stmaryscity.org or contact 800-SMC-1634, 240-895-4990 or e-mail info@stmaryscity.org.
Sunday, July 29 • Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Carnival Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department (24801 Three Notch Road, Hollywood) – 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s annual carnival will be held July 19-22 and again July 26-30 beginning at 7 p.m. each night. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Visit www.hvfd7.com. • The Newtowne Players Present “Annie” Three Notch Theatre (21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park) 3:30 p.m. The Newtowne Players Present “Annie” by Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin
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and Thomas Meehan. In this family friendly musical, young orphan Annie finds herself having multiple adventures in her quest to find a family. The Newtowne Players will perform “Annie” Thursdays through Sundays, July 27 to Aug. 12. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances start at 8 p.m.; Sunday shows begin at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults, $13 for children and $15 for students, senior citizens and the military. Thursday shows are $13 general admission. Light refreshments and beverages are also available for purchase at the theatre, including treats from Rita’s Italian Ice at select performances. During opening weekend, July 2729, the theater will collect donations of dog toys, treats, food, leashes, collars and harnesses. All proceeds will go to the nonprofit St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League and its foster dogs. On Aug. 5 from 2:30 to 3 p.m., children and their families are invited to take souvenir photos with Annie and the gang in the theater lobby for $2 each. Photos will be distributed at the conclusion of the show. Reservations are recommended. Please make reservations for the show by calling 301-737-5447 or visiting www. newtowneplayers.org.
Monday, July 30 • Dip Dabble Doodle Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Age Group: Entering grades 4-6 Date: July 30 through Aug. 3 Member Cost: $150 Nonmember Cost: $160 Join us for a crash course in art history as we study the masters and create our own masterpieces inspired by their techniques and styles. Draw, paint, print, and collage your own unique works while developing your skills and learning tips and tricks to take your art to the next level. To register, call 410-326-4640. for more information, visit http://www.annmariegarden. org/annmarie2/kids_summer_camp.
Tuesday, July 31 • Family Tips-Free to Be Me-Behavior, Tantrums, Social Stories Lexington Park Library (21677 F.D.R. Boulevard, Lexington Park) – 6 p.m. St. Mary’s County Public Schools Birth-5 (B5) Team wants to help. Please come join us for fun and great information to help your child. For more information, contact Jessie Williams, 301-475-0260 x 109 jdwilliams@smcps.org
Wednesday, Aug. 1 • Nature Time Camp at Greenwell Greenwell State Park (25420 Rosedale Manor Lane, Hollywood) – 10 a.m. Love Nature Time at Greenwell? Now your child can enjoy even more outdoor fun with Nature Time Camp! The Greenwell Foundation is offering two sessions of this new camp during the summer of 2012. Each session is four hours per day, three days a week. Nature Time Camp is based at Greenwell’s air-conditioned Nature Center. From there campers will embark on outdoor adventures and discover their natural world through games, crafts, short hikes, exploration and more. Each session is limited
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to 10 campers ages 4-5 years old who have not yet attended kindergarten. Visit www.greenwellfoundation.org for dates, rates and to register for Nature Time Camp.
Thursday, Aug. 2 • American Legion Post 221 Meeting American Legion Post 221 (21690 Colton Point Road, Avenue) – 8 p.m. American Legion Post 221 invites all active duty personnel and veterans to join us for our monthly meeting on the first Thursday of each month. For more information, visit www.alpost221.webs. com, e-mail alpost221@netscape.net or call Gail Murdock at 301-884-4071.
Friday, Aug. 3 • Leonardtown First Friday Leonardtown Square (Leonardtown) – 5-8 p.m. The August celebration of First Fridays will be a great evening of art, entertainment, food, and special offers. Have a bite to eat with friends and family, buy your raffle tickets before it is too late, and drop off your used cell phones to benefit Hope Phones. Then come to the Square for the live music starting at 6:00 p.m. featuring the talents of Miles from Clever, or just listen to the tunes as you browse from store to store. Join the crowd in the Square at 7:30 p.m. for the Summertime Raffle Drawing to see who wins First prize - a gorgeous, hand-crafted coffee display table built by artisan carpenter Rob Seltzer of Herring Creek Furniture. For more information and list of participating businesses and specials, visit www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com • Junk Drawer Art Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Additional Dates: Aug. 4 and 5 Series: 3-class series Member Cost: $40 Nonmember Cost: $45 Instructor: Megan Hoover Got Junk? Make art AND declutter! Bring the contents of one of your junk drawers and we will sort, choose, and layout in an intricate pattern attached to a wooden canvas. We’ll swap junk and ideas to create a one of a kind, fun and funky composition. When we’re done, we’ll paint the whole thing one color to create a cohesive and interesting piece of artwork for your home. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org/ annmarie2/other_classes.
Saturday, Aug. 4 • Beach Party on the Square Leonardtown Square (Leonardtown) – 4-9 p.m. Come beat the heat at Leonardtown’s Beach Party on the Square. This action-packed event is sure to provide a good time for all! Highlights include The 25th Hour Band, jump roping with the Greenbelt Sity Stars, strolling juggler Philip DePalo, and scientific magic and hands-on experiments with Mad Science! Fun activities throughout the evening include a tug-of-war, fire truck hose-downs, inflatable Velcro sticky
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wall and Bungee Football ($5 wrist band required), moon bounce, sand volleyball, face painting, crafts, informational displays, games, prizes, food and much more! If you’re looking for the water slide, it isn’t in the Square this year, it’s been moved to the Leonardtown Wharf to join the kayaks and stand up paddle boats, as well as the new Giant Basketball Hoop. Admission is free, but there is a cost for food and some amusements. Several streets in the downtown Square area will be closed to thru traffic from 12-11p.m. People are encouraged to park at the College of Southern Maryland and take the free shuttle bus, provided by Carter’s Bus Service, into the downtown area. Sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association & Commissioners of Leonardtown. For more information, call 301-475-9791. • Great Mills High School Marching Band Basket Bingo Elks Lodge 2092 (45779 Fire Department Lane, California) – 6:30 p.m. The Great Mills High School Marching Band are currently the Maryland State Marching Band Champions. They are seeking to raise money for new equipment and repairs. In order to reach their financial goal of $15,000 they are hosting several fundraisers beginning with a Basket Bingo. Additionally, the Boosters are seeking donations (tax deductable gifts to stuff the baskets or financial contributions) to support the event. For more information about making a donation or attending Basket Bingo, call Amy Ridgell at 240-298-0800. • Call for Actors, Tech and Make-up Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood) – 10 a.m. Sotterley Plantation is pleased to announce open auditions for two of our annual signature events: Ghosts of Sotterley and Sotterley Holiday Candlelight. Auditions will be held at the Sotterley Warehouse on: Saturday, August 4th 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesday, August 7th 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 21st 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, August 25th 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ghosts of Sotterley 2012 entitled, “1918: Influenza, War, and Restless Spirits,” will run on October 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 from 7–10:30 p.m. While restoring Sotterley Plantation to its former glory, owner, Herbert Satterlee disturbs more than the bricks and mortar as the country is in the midst of a flu pandemic and the remains of the Great War. This outdoor production takes place on the Sotterley grounds. This year’s Sotterley Holiday Candlelight entitled, “From This Day Forward” will run on November 29 for Members’ Night, then November 30 and December 1 for the general public from 6–10 p.m. In this living history production set within the 1703 Plantation House, visitors will encounter Sotterley’s past Christmas seasons and the families who lived and worked here. Share love, laughter and sometimes bittersweet memories at home on the plantation. For more information, contact Linda Tucker Jones at events@sotterley.org or 301-373-2280.
KENDALL STUART FITRELL AND ELIZABETH COOPER JUDY Kendall Stuart Fitrell and Elizabeth Cooper Judy were united in marriage on June 23, 2012 on a bluff overlooking the Chesapeake Bay near Annapolis. The groom is the son of Captain Stuart Fitrell USN (ret.) and Lynn Fitrell of Hollywood, Maryland. The bride is the daughter of Dr. Sherod Cooper, professor emeritus, University of Maryland and Janet Cooper of Annapolis. Maid of honor was Kristen Judy, daughter of the bride. Junior bridesmaids were Chloe Fitrell and Emma Wieland, daughters of the groom. Bridesmaids were Dana, Elyse, Katie, Tricia, and Megan Cooper, all nieces of the bride. Flower girl was Sophie Cooper, also a niece of the bride. Best man was Ben Judy, son of the bride and as groomsman, Astin Fitrell, nephew of the groom. Ring bearer was Nikos Cooper, nephew of the bride. A small reception was held at the Chesapeake Community Center directly after the ceremony. The bride works at Chesapeake Consulting, Inc. as Controller. The groom is Onsite Construction Representative for the University of Maryland. The couple resides in Annapolis.
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‘Annie’ Coming to Lexington Park By Alex Panos Staff Writer “Leapin’ lizards!” “Annie” comes out tomorrow – only a day away – at Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park. According to a plot overview on IMDB.com, Annie is a play, set in 1933 New York City, about a fiery young orphan girl who lives in a miserable orphanage run by the tyrannical Miss Hannigan. After Annie spends a short period of time with a wealthy industrialist, Mr.Warbucks, he decides to help her find her long lost parents – leading to a dangerous and thrilling timeless adventure. This iconic musical, performed by The Newtowne Players, will make its Three Notch Theatre debut this weekend. Performances will be held Thursdays through Sundays July 27-August 12. Patrons can expect a two-and-a-half hour production full of suspense, humor and music, said Director
Tessa Silvestro. She believes people will enjoy this show because musical theatre always seems to leave the crowd satisfied. “The fact that it’s a musical makes it a bigger crowd pleaser,” Silvestro said. The play is also family oriented. People of all ages can come out and have a great time at Three Notch Theatre, Silvestro told The County Times. The Newtowne Players have been preparing for two months in anticipation of opening night Friday, rehearsing three nights a week as well as Saturday mornings. This is Silvestro’s first time directing Annie, and she said a main reason she started working on the project was to work with younger kids. The play requires at least eight people under the age of 16, although even the adult actors may feel younger during the show. “We can never get too old for a good old-fashioned musical,” Silvestro said in a program excerpt, going on
to explain how much respect she has for the older, yet still popular play. “It’s the kind of musical that makes you smile, has you tapping your toes and leaves you humming its songs as you walk out of the theatre,” Silvestro said. “It’s a musical that makes you happy!” The show is split up into two acts, with a 10 to 15 minute intermission between them. Showtime is at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 3:30 p.m. Tickets cost $18 for adults, $15 for students and $13 for children. To make reservations, or for more informationm call 301-737-5447 or visit newtowneplayers.org. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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The County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail alexpanos@countytimes.net. Thursday, July 26 HVFD Carnival, July 27– 30. Hollywood Volunteer Firehouse (24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) – 7-11 p.m. Live Music: “Sam Grow Band” Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Merchants Lane, Leonardtown) – 8 p.m. No Limit Poker Tourney and Cash Game Conseling Service of Hollywood (24930 Old 3 Notch Rd. Hollywood) – 7 p.m. CSM Twilight: “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” CSM Prince Frederick Campus (115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick)
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Summerstock: “The Wizard of Oz” Great Mills High School (21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills) – 7 p.m. Live Music: “Dominic Fragman with Mixed Business” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. Live Music: “Joe Martone” Sea Breeze Restaurant (27130 South Sandgates Rd., Mechanicsville) – 8 p.m. Free Comedy Night DB McMillan’s (23415 Three Notch Road, California) – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, July 27 “Annie” presented by The Newtowne Players, July 27-28 Three Notch Theatre (21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park) – 8p.m. Live Music: “River Concert Series: Firebird, ‘Bird’ and the Stars in Our Constellation” St. Mary’s College of Maryland (18952 E. Fisher Rd St. Mary’s City) – 8 p.m. Texas HoldEm’ Tournament Mechanicsville Fire House (28165 Hills Club Rd Mechanicsville) – 6:30 p.m. Live Music: “Town of LaPlata Summer Concert” LaPlata Town Hall (305 Queen Anne Street) – 7 p.m. Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake Restaurant Park (10440 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) – 7 p.m.
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Summerstock Production: “The Wizard of Oz” Great Mills High School (21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills) – 7 p.m. Live Music: “Dominic, Benji and Fox” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Live Music: “Fortune Favors the Brave” Fat Boys Country Store (41566 Medleys Neck Road, Leonardtown) – 9 p.m. Live Music: Chyp Davis and Andrea Romero Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Merchants Lane, Leonardtown) – 8p.m.
Saturday, July 28 Live Music: “Downtown Tunes” Town Square, Leonardtown– 6 p.m. Live Music: “Slowshot” Fat Boys Country Store (41566 Medleys Neck Road, Leonardtown) – 9 p.m. Live Music: “Pet the Monster” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Live Music: “R & R Train” Gridiron Grill (20855 Callaway Village Way, Callaway) – 9 p.m. Summerstock Production: “The Wizard of Oz” Great Mills High School (21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills) – 7 p.m. Car and Bike Show Point Lookout Marina (16244 Miller’s Wharf Road, Ridge) – 11 a.m.
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Sunday, July 29 Live Music: Renegade Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Merchants Lane, Leonardtown) – 8p.m. Summerstock Production: “The Wizard of Oz” Great Mills High School (21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills) – 5 p.m. No Limit Texas Holdem’ Bounty Tournament St. Mary’s County Elk’s Lodge (45779 Fire Department Lane Lexington Park) – 5 p.m. “Annie” presented by The Newtowne Players Three Notch Theatre (21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park) – 3:30 p.m. Live Music: “City Slickers” Sea Breeze Restaurant (27130 South Sandgates Rd., Mechanicsville) – 3 p.m.
Monday, July 30 Team Trivia DB McMillan’s (23415 Three Notch Road, California) – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 31 CSM Twilight “Pet the Monster” CSM Leonardtown Campus (22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown) – 6:30 p.m. Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 6:30 p.m. Live Music: “Fair Warning” DB McMillan’s (23415 Three Notch Road, California) – 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1 CSM Twilight “School House Rock Live” CSM LaPlata Campus (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata) – 6:30 p.m.
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Homecooked Bread to Complement Your Next Dinner Party
Make your Backyard Barbecue as Safe as it is Fun
Grilling over an open flame is a popular warm weather tradition, but one that also carries risks.
Few summer traditions are as beloved as the backyard barbecue. Typically laid back get-togethers with family and friends, backyard barbecues are synonymous with warm weather and the relaxed atmosphere that such weather promotes. But even the best backyard barbecue comes with some level of risk. Cooking over an open flame will never be risk-free, but there are steps barbecue enthusiasts can take to make their next summer soiree that much safer. * Check for leaks. Due to their ease of use and convenience, propane grills have grown in popularity over the years. However, proponents of propane grills should inspect the propane tank as well as its hoses for leaks, cracks and corrosion. Any of those problems has the potential to be very dangerous, so address any issues before guests arrive. If guests are on their way already, simply visit the local hardware store and purchase a new tank or replace the damaged one. If the hoses are damaged, buy a charcoal grill to fill-in for the propane grill during the party. Charcoal grills are much less expensive than propane grills, and it might be a good idea for households that frequently host guests during grilling season to have a backup grill anyway. * Make the grill area a nonsmoking section. Some guests will want to smoke, and since the party’s outdoors, this shouldn’t be an issue. However, protect the food and reduce the risk of injury by insisting the area surrounding the grill is a nonsmoking section. * Dress in tighter clothing. The party’s grillmaster should not wear loose clothing. Loosefitting clothing, particularly long sleeves, can dip into the grill and potentially catch on fire. Avoid this risk by wearing tighter clothing that doesn’t
hang off the body. * Be certain all briquettes are extinguished. For those who prefer a charcoal grill, once the cooking has been completed be careful to extinguish all briquettes. If briquettes are discarded before they are full extinguished, they could easily spark a fire. Many a garbage can, and considerably more, has been lost to briquettes that were discarded before they were fully extinguished. As a safety measure, pour water over briquettes and never discard any briquettes that are still hot. * Never move the grill indoors. If an unexpected summer rain storm arrives on the night of the party, the grill should stay outside while the guests move indoors. A grill, whether it’s propane or charcoal, should never be used indoors because of the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning. * Keep kids and pets clear. It’s easy for kids and pets to suffer burns when around the grill. Kids might not be tall enough to see what’s on the grill and, to make up for that, will grab the grill with their bare hands and push themselves up. This is almost certain to lead to burns. Pets don’t know any better and are likely to get burned or even tip the grill over if they’re allowed near it. * Don’t be liberal with the lighter fluid. When grilling on a charcoal grill, it’s not always easy to get the fire started. As a result, many people look to lighter fluid to help speed the process along. While this can work, it’s important to note that not much lighter fluid is necessary, and fluid should never be applied after the coals have lit. Backyard barbecues are a warm-weather tradition. Make sure such soirees stay safe and everyone goes home with a full belly and a host of good memories.
Entertaining family and friends often entails sitting down to a good meal. Hosts can have the meal catered, but many prefer to whip up a favorite recipe or try something new. While the entree often gets the bulk of the attention, hosts who want to go the extra mile can spend some extra time supplementing the meal with some homecooked side dishes. Bread makes a perfect side dish or appetizer for many meals, and those who want to try their hand at baking their own bread should consider the following recipe for “Southwest Cornbread” from Linda Collister’s “Quick Breads” (Ryland, Peters & Small).
Southwest Cornbread Makes 1 medium bread 2 2/3 1 1/2 1/2 1 1 1 1/4 2 1 1
cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen cup fine yellow cornmeal teaspoon baking powder teaspoon salt cup pine nuts, toasted rounded teaspoon chopped fresh sage leaves scallion, sliced cup unbleached all-purpose flour cup corn oil extra-large eggs cup buttermilk pat of butter
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9-inch cast iron, ovenproof skillet or an 8-inch square cake pan
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Put the corn kernels, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pine nuts, sage, scallion, and flour in a large bowl and mix well. In a separate bowl, beat the oil with the eggs and buttermilk, then stir into the dry ingredients to make a thick batter. If you are using the skillet, heat the pan with the pat of butter in the oven until foaming -- about 3 minutes. If you are using a cake pan, then grease it well. Pour the batter into the hot skillet or the prepared pan and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Serve while still warm, either straight from the skillet or turned out of the pan onto a cutting board and cut into large squares. Best eaten the same day. Not suitable for freezing.
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By Linda Reno Contributing Writer On May 20 of this year Dee Tapp sent an email to the St. Mary’s County Library saying “I live in Kentucky, near Elizabethtown, and I have recently come upon an old, abandoned pioneer cemetery in which are buried 13 people, several of them from St. Mary’s County, Maryland. I know this because it is etched on the stones. John Taylor, Sr. was born in 1765 in St Mary’s County, MD and died 13 Jul 1876 in Hardin County, Kentucky. His wife, Mary (Price) Taylor was born in 1767 in St Mary’s County and died 17 Mar 1849 in Hardin County, KY. I feel that probably some genealogist or descendant would like to have the information…but I don’t know who to contact in St. Mary’s County.” Within a few days, the message was sent to Susan Wolfe at the Historical Society who then shared it with me and I immediately contacted Ms. Tapp, providing her with information I had on this family. Dee and I swapped a number of emails but shortly things went quiet.
Then on June 30, out of the blue, I received a query from Ron Taylor of Dayton, Ohio who wrote that he is a descendant of John Taylor of St. Mary’s County and asking if I could help “identify the parents of my 3rd Great Grandfather…I have hit a stone wall and can’t find them.” I wrote and gave him what I had, asking if he was aware of the cemetery in Hardin County. No, he wasn’t. “What you sent just blew me away. I’m speechless to say the least. I never dreamed that would ever be able to reach back so far in time. I can say that because I tried many times and then gave up. You have come closer then I Taylor Cemetery, Hardin County, KY ever thought was possible in finding the famMaryland I would be pleased if you would allow me to ily. I have read what you sent me four times now and my take you to dinner. It would be my pleasure. heart is still racing. Your new best friend forever, Ron Taylor.” My sister will be coming from California in three Pete Himmelheber also provided Ron with a map days and we have been in contact with the Gaddies in showing where his family lived in St. Mary’s County. Hardin Co.,Ky. Jeff is going to clean out the weeds and And, through the correspondence with Dee Tapp, he now broken limbs in the Taylor Cemetery for my sister and has the names of several cousins he didn’t know before. my visit on July 7th. Jeff has lived in the house below The cemetery in Hardin County will be cleaned up. the cemetery his whole life and played among the head Hopefully the broken stones will be repaired and the stones with his brother many times. I’m still stunned that you found so much of my family for me. THANK YOU area enclosed. Coincidence or kismet? You decide. is just not enough. The next time the wife and I come to
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Carla May By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer This week’s article is a continuation of the “Searching through the years” article about my sister Carla May Lee that I wrote in April of 2009: My own series of articles within my regular articles. I think I will always be on the hunt for more information on my sister Carla. She was born hydrocephalic, and had cerebral palsy. Her entire life was spent in a crib. You might remember me writing about her. She was the sister I never knew. Carla lived in at least three separate homes for the mentally retarded from 1951 at two years of age until her death in October, 1999 at the age of 50. She went from DC Village (once known as the Home for the Aged and Infirm at Blue Plains), to Forest Haven in Laurel to Greater Southeast Community Hospital. I’m not sure which home she went to first, but know she died at Greater Southeast. Since my Mother’s passing (about 4 months after my sister’s death, and with my own age creeping along) I have wondered more and more about my sister’s fairly long life in
institutionalized care. Carla lived through breast cancer, broken bones, and neglect. I found out much later that my parents did both visit her quite often. My parents could not afford Carla’s care, so she became a ward of the DC government. This seemed fairly commonplace in the early to middle years of the twentieth century. I was about 14 when I found out that I even had a sister, and then begged my Mother to take me to see her. She finally did take me…once, and made me promise to never go back. I never did. Teenage dramas, family drama, and day to day living kept my mind from thinking too much about Carla. She was never spoken of in our house. In fact it was one of my brothers who mentioned in passing one day, “You know you have a sister don’t you?” It’s one of those times, like in a national tragedy, where you always remember where you were and what you were doing in a very clear, distinct way. I know we were walking up the path through the power lines at Clinton Park, crunching through dry grass on a very hot day. Today, my husband and I went to Bur-
tonsville to pick up a large order for my shop, and we happened to take a detour off of the beltway in Lanham, mainly for a bathroom break. The beltway was already backed up at 2 p.m., so I asked my husband if we could find another route to Burtonsville. For some reason my phone’s GPS system would not reroute us off the beltway route, so we wandered the roads of 450, 197 and 198. After some miles, I was still trying to get the GPS to recalculate the route when my husband said, “There it is!” “What”, I said, and then looked up to see we were right in the middle of the Forest Haven Complex in Laurel; the place where my sister lived for much of her 50 years. I have wanted to find Forest Haven for years. I jumped out of the car and gazed around at the crumbling, decrepit brick buildings wanting so badly to walk through them. You could tell they were once beautiful. They really weren’t that old in the scheme of things, built in 1925. One building had a beautiful covered walkway with graceful brick arches. The grounds must have been lovely too. I thought I would feel Carla’s presence, a silly idea I know, but I want to
Book Review
“The Absolutist” by John Boyne c.2011, Other Press
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By Terri Schlichenmeyer Contributing Writer For some reason, you just can’t seem to let it go. It happened so many years before. You were a child then, really: old enough to know better, but not old enough to resist your impulses. Old enough to act, but not old enough to understand that you’d carry your pain for decades. Everyone says to forgive yourself. Move on. Let it go. What they don’t know is that, though the years pass, the regret you feel never does… Tristan Sadler hoped his memories of battle would eventually fade. He hoped that nobody would ever know what he’d seen. And in the book “The Absolutist” by John Boyne, he hoped they’d never know what he did. Marian Bancroft lived quite far away from London. It wouldn’t be easy to get there; nonetheless, Tristan Sadler made the journey. He wasn’t sure why he needed to give her the letters but somehow, it seemed important. Not long before, he’d written to Marian, telling her about the letters, knowing she’d want them. Though she’d answered back that, yes, it would be nice to have some of her brother Will’s last possessions, Tristan wasn’t sure of the reception he’d get from her. After all, he had survived World War I, and Will had not. Upon meeting, he thought that Marian was a little addled but, no, she was nervous and after a cup of tea, Tristan believed they might be friends someday. Sometimes, when
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she scrunched her nose just so, he could see Will in her - they were siblings - and a jolt went through his heart. Tristan and Will had been through military training together. Just seventeen then, Tristan had lied about his age so that he might join the army. He supposed it was what he needed to do, especially since he had nowhere else to go. Especially since his father sent him away for kissing another boy. And Will, he was handsome. He had a great sense of humor and a deep sense of honor. Throughout their training, Tristan and he became friends. They became more than friends. Now, there was Tristan, three years after war’s end, holding a bundle of Will’s letters. And when Marion asked what happened on the day that Will died, Tristan knew suddenly why he’d brought the letters all the way from London. So he told her… Let me try to explain how much I loved “The Absolutist.” I loved it for it’s grainy black-and-whitemovie feel, like an old British film from the ‘40s. I loved that author John Boyle teased out just enough information throughout this book to make me think I’d figured out what had happened to Tristan and Will (I didn’t!). I loved the mixture of horrific brutality and insanely beautiful prose. And I loved the ending, which made me gasp, gasp, and gasp again. “The Absolutist” starts out a tad slow, but don’t let that deter you from reading this absolutely stellar book. Start it, stick around, and you soon won’t be able to let it go.
connect with her so much. It would have been a perfect day to walk through the old buildings, but we had to be at the warehouse by 4:30 and it was probably 3:45 by now. There are many videos of Forest Haven on You Tube that urban explorers have posted over the years, which I occasionally watch. I still haven’t found any videos from DC Village, which is where I believe I visited Carla. I have one folder of information on Carla’s last few years, but really would like to find more information. One thing I would like to do is explore some of the old records that are strewn about at Forest Haven to find anything else written on her life. Sounds like all activity there abruptly ended in 1991 with everything just left in place. I guess I will be known as the suburban explorer and one day make a records trip. But, I will keep searching. To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com
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Panetta Lauds First International F-35 Delivery to UK By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service After a meeting July 18 with the United Kingdom's top military official, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta lauded an important milestone in the U.S.-U.K. defense relationship. On July 19 in Fort Worth, Texas, British Secretary of State for Defense Philip Hammond was set to take the first international delivery of an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Panetta told reporters at a Pentagon news conference alongside his British counterpart. "The United Kingdom was the first partner nation to join the F-35 program and has been a tremendous partner throughout the development, testing, and the initial production," the secretary added. Hammond, who joined Panetta for a working breakfast, said, "I look forward to seeing [the supersonic stealth fighter] in operation later on today at [Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland] and then picking up our first test aircraft tomorrow ... at Fort Worth." The aircraft's multiyear system development and demonstration period involves development and testing of the entire aircraft system, including its manufacture. Along with the United States and the United Kingdom, other nations partnering in this phase of F-35 development are Italy, the Netherlands, Turkey, Canada, Denmark, Norway and Australia. As partners, the countries can bid for work and participate in the aircraft's development. Israel and Singapore agreed to join the program as security cooperation participants, entitled to delivery priorities, certain program information and country-specific F-35 technical studies. "The
United Kingdom was the first partner nation to join the F-35 program and has been a tremendous partner throughout the development, testing and initial production," Panetta told reporters. "I'm pleased by the significant progress that the program has made across all the service variants, particularly in the past year," he said, adding that despite a long road still ahead, progress is being made in testing and stabilizing future F-35 production and sustainment plans. "The F-35 represents, I believe, the future of tactical aviation for both of our armed services," Panetta said. "This advanced aircraft's air superiority, its precision strike capability will help ensure our dominance of the skies for years to come." Hammond said the British armed forces will continue close collaboration with the United States as its most important defense relationship, building on the shared experience of a decade fighting together in Iraq and Afghanistan. "Our wide-ranging intelligence relationship, our joint work on the F-35B, regenerating the U.K.'s carrier strike capability, and of course the work on the nuclear deterrent and the common missile compartment -- all [are] crucial keystones of our relationship," he said. Hammond added that he has assurances at the highest levels that the F-35 program is now on track and doing very well. "It went through a period 18 months or so ago when it was placed on probation because of some technical difficulties [but] it's come out of those," he said. The aircraft's B variant now has clocked more than 1,000 hours of flying time and the U.S. Marine Corps is successfully flying it from ships, Hammond said. He said the U.S. Defense Department has been "massively supportive
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of [the project] and is providing us with all sorts of facilities to maintain and regenerate our capabilities to operate a carrier flight deck and to maintain the skills in our pilots, many of whom are now flying with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to keep those skills alive." Panetta said he's made it clear that the F-35 fighter plane is critical to a future defense strategy that depends on agility, flexibility and the ability to stay on the cutting edge of technology. "We're committed to all three [F-35] variants because we think each of the forces will be able to use that kind of weaponry for the future so that we can effectively control the skies as we confront the enemies of tomorrow," Panetta said. The secretary said he's confident "that we're going to be able, working with industry, working with Congress, to meet our full commitment with regards to the joint strike fighter."
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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities New York City Holiday Tour
Start off your holiday season with a trip to the Big Apple! This trip takes place December 7-9, 2012 and includes: 3 days/2 nights, two continental breakfasts, two family style dinners, two shows (The Nutcracker at Lincoln Center and The Rockettes at Radio Center Music Hall, guided food and history tour of West Village, holiday decorations tour. The cost is $900 pp double occupancy. For more information call Joyce at 301.737.5670 ext. 1656 or email: joyce. raum@stmarysmd.com
Last Call for Myrtle Beach Trip
This trip is almost full so it is DEFINITELY going to happen! However, a few more seats remain on the bus for last minute travelers. This trip will take place October 4-7, 2012 and includes three nights in ocean front room at Ocean Reef Resort; three breakfasts; three full course dinners; shopportunities, two
full-length shows, plenty of time to relax on the beach. All this for only $660 pp double occupancy. For more information call Shellie at 301.737.5670 ext. 1655 or email: Sheila.graziano@stmarysmd.com
Book Club to Meet at Loffler
Have you read the book The Tiger’s Wife by Tẻa Obreht? If you haven’t, you might want to read it between now and August 8, then go to Loffler Senior Activity Center on the 9th at 12:30 p.m. to engage in a discussion about the book with others who have enjoyed it. No need to sign up, just come in with your thoughts on the book! For more information call 301.737.5670 ext. 1658.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program® is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun style Tai Chi, one of the four major recognized styles of Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises
that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation. The movements don’t require deep bending or squatting, which makes it easier and more comfortable to learn. The Garvey Senior Activity Center will be offering this eight week program on Wednesdays, August 1 – September 19 from 9 – 9:45 a.m. There is no fee for the program. Due to the progressive nature of the class, attendance at all class sessions is highly suggested. Sign up in advance by calling 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
50’s Sock Hop & Antique Car Show
On Friday, August 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy a fun time boogieing around the dance floor with 1950’s Sock Hop music performed by entertainer Ron Collins. An old fashioned cheeseburger lunch will be served with fixings, oven cooked fries, baked beans, soda pops and apple crisp. Purchase your ticket while supplies last, before noon on Thursday, August 23, at the Northern Senior Activ-
ity Center. The cost is a $7 suggested donation which includes your meal, refreshments and entertainment. There is plenty of time to check out the antique car show in the parking lot before or after lunch.
Driving Long Distances for Seniors
Having the freedom to take off on long leisurely trips is one of the best parts about being a senior driver! This 45 minute program will address ways to plan a successful trip, strategies for reducing the chance of drowsiness, ways to prepare for an emergency and how to handle emergencies if they do arise. This program will also provide information on ways to spot the aggressive and distracted driver as well as tips to steer clear of the trouble they cause. Handouts as well as a small give-away will be provided. Dates and times are as follows: Thursday, August 30, 2012, Northern Senior Activity Center at 12:30 p.m. and Thursday, November 15, 2012, Garvey Senior Activity Center at 12:30 p.m.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001; Ridge Nutrition Site, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
Sp rts This Friday night, July 27th, MIR will host the Speed Unlimited Midnight Madness series. The Midnight Madness series is a great place to check out street legal drag racing, hang out with your friends, enjoy great food, meet new people, and cruise the pits. You can even enter your own streetcar or street bike into the event for time runs, grudge runs, or trophy racing. It’s safe, fun, affordable, and legal. Plus, this Friday night will feature the X275 Drag Radial heads-up class. Gates will open at 6:30pm and first round eliminations will start at 10pm for all classes. General Admission for adults is $10, and kids 11 & under are free. Race Entry Fee is only $20.
Import Car Show and Drag Race Sunday at MIR On Saturday, July 28th, MIR will host the Speed Unlimited ET series. The event will feature Top ET, Mod ET, Motorcycle ET, Junior Dragster, and Test & Tune. Come and check out the action with your family this Saturday and see a competitive sport with the whole family involved. Gates will open at 1pm, with Junior Dragsters starting at 2pm. Time runs for all other classes will begin at 4:30pm, and eliminations will start at 7pm. This will be an awesome day of racing with something for everyone and $15 gets you in for the whole day. This Sunday, July 29th MIR will hold the IREV - Summer Import Revolution featuring: All Import Drag Racing, a Custom Car Show, Bikini Contest, Burnout Contest, Vendor Midway, Live Music, Beautiful Women, and Great Food! Racers from all over the country will compete for $16,000 in cash purse per event! Eleven different classes will be featured at the event including Heads-Up classes, Index Classes, and Bracket Classes. Maryland International Raceway is one of the best prepped racing surfaces in the country, and records will fall. The IREV event's main attraction is the Custom Car Show drawing tuners and exotics from all over the DMV area with classes for every type of car! Tons of trophies and
special awards are given out at every event! In addition to the Drag Racing and Custom Car Show the IREV event features the very popular $1,200 Bikini Contest, Live Bands, a Smokey Burnout Contest, and a Vendor Midway. So don't miss all the action this Sunday. Gates will open at 9am, Car Show registration starts at 10am, and Drag Racing begins at 10am. Admission is $20 for adults and just $5 for Kids 6-11. Car Show entry is just $30 and you can even enter your own car in the Drag Race for just $40. For more detailed information on these events call the 24-Hour Dragline Hotline at 301-884-RACE or visit us at www.mirdrag.com
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The County Times
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Sp rts
Unusual For Me! The Ordinary
Angler
By Keith McGuire Contributing Writer Variety is the spice of life. This past weekend I did something that I haven’t done for nearly 20 years; freshwater – well, brackish water – fishing. My son, Scott, booked Captain Mike Starrett of Indian Head Charters (http:// www.indianheadcharters.com/) for a trip to pursue snakeheads and largemouth bass, and I’m really glad that he did. I had forgotten how much fun bass fishing can be, and fishing with someone as experienced as Captain Mike Starrett made it even more enjoyable than I remembered. We caught lots of largemouth bass – some as big as 4 lbs. A couple of times snakeheads charged our lures, but only one took the hook. After the hook set, these fish charge hard into
Something different: 4 pound Largemouth Bass
weeds and structure. The lesson learned is that you have to muscle them out of the underwater obstructions as quickly as possible or they will break your line. Such was the case with the one good hookup we had on a snakehead. Did anybody really mind? Not so long as the bass were biting! It was a really great fishing trip. We boated about 20 bass before the evening trip was done. This bass fishing trip reminded me of the importance of casting accuracy. There are few instances in saltwater fishing where casting accuracy is as important as it is when fishing for largemouth bass. Sure, there are times when an accurate cast or two will put a saltwater angler into the action, but with bass fishing this accuracy has to be repeated
A View From The
Bleachers By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer
I worry about Dexter Manley. It’s not a daily thing. I don’t walk around with an anxious ache in my gut. But every now and then Dexter triggers a worried, conscious thought. I’ve been in this pattern for 20 years. I hope for no news – because with Dexter, no news is good news. No news means he’s okay; and okay is all I want him to be. Manley was a star defensive end for the ‘Skins in the 1980’s, won two Super Bowls and terrorized opposing quarterbacks with his flamboyant, relentless play. For a wide-eyed kid and rabid fan of the burgundy and gold, he was a superhero. The sight of him bursting out of a three-point stance and ferociously attacking the quarterback’s blind side was exhilarating. Dexter filled me with confidence on Sundays. He made everything seem possible. He was a perfect combination of raw skill and unrestrained passion. Dexter was better than most opposing offensive lineman and, perhaps more importantly, he was
crazier than all of them. And when he knocked out Dallas Cowboys quarterback Danny White in the 1983 NFC Championship game, he immediately became a ‘Skins immortal. Consistently superhuman between the lines, Manley was an unpredictable, flawed mortal off the field. A recurring drug habit ended his NFL career in 1991. Several more drug-related transgressions followed in the 1990s. During the height of his career, he also disclosed a deep personal scar: his illiteracy (which he later overcame). His emotional announcement jarred me. He looked fragile and vulnerable – nothing like the unstoppable force I witnessed on game day. He was made so by a system that didn’t concern itself with a struggling youngster and later valued football victories over a young man’s long-term prosperity (seems there’s a lot of that going around these days). The recent deaths of several former NFL greats have validated my concern for Manley and expanded it to include
cast after cast, after cast. A short cast can spook the fish. A long cast can put you into the weeds or trees or lily pads. The angler who can cast with accuracy time after time will catch more fish than the angler who can’t. The retrieve is also critical. Casting a popper or surface plug is a sure way to catch largemouth bass or snakeheads in warm water, but, if the retrieve is too aggressive, or not aggressive enough, or just slightly off target, then all bets are off! It is combat fishing with finesse! Pure fun! Around the Bay and rivers in our region, the saltwater action has heated up rather nicely. Anglers are catching everything from white perch to bluefish – and every species in between – on every outing. Speckled trout are still being caught on the Eastern Shore – check the Honga River
and around Hooper’s Island – along with a few near the mouths of the rivers on the Western Shore. Bluefish and stripers are providing action in schools of breaking fish out on the Bay and in the lower Potomac. Croakers are everywhere and are running large and small. Evening charters are reporting double-haul catches with every cast when they get on the school of croakers. The Tackle Box “biggest croaker” contest is currently being led with a 17-incher. Stripers are taking top water plugs now in the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers, as well as around structure in shallow water on the Bay. Spot are here in abundance, and many anglers are catching spot for live-lining to the stripers with reasonable success. I still have no good reports of flounder being caught in our region. Spanish mackerel should be making their scheduled summer appearances any day now. Remember to take a picture of your catch and send it to me with your story at riverdancekeith@gmail.com. Keith has been a recreational angler on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries for over 50 years; he fishes weekly from his small boat during the season, and spends his free time supporting local conservation organizations.
When The Games End, Life Awaits another unlikely subject: Terrell Owens. During his career, I loathed Owens. I disliked his selfish, immature play and the teams he played for (Dallas and Philadelphia, most notably). He seemed to have little regard for his teammates or his employer and viewed the NFL as lucky to have him, instead of vice versa. As a consequence, and unlike Manley who will always be loved by ‘Skins nation, Owens left the game with few supporters and no real identity. He burned every bridge built to the Island of T.O., population 1. And his legacy is as much carnival act as it is future Hall of Famer. Owens, 38, is now unemployed, broke and desperate for a NFL gig. His phone is unlikely to ring; his talent no longer compensates for his theatrics. Recently, Owens very publicly addressed his struggles to meet child support payments for his four kids. But what Owens probably misses about the NFL as much as the paycheck is the constant attention. Similar to Manley’s struggles with drugs, Owens’ neediness is likely rooted in some emotional void. Manley filled his void with drugs; Owens addressed his with the grand NFL stage. Now the curtain has fallen on the T.O. show and it’s unlikely, given his history of emotional instability, that
Owens is handling it well. Life is full of pivot points for which there is a clear before and after. Births, deaths, marriages, divorces, new jobs and retirement all qualify. The latter one, retirement, typically arrives late in life (and getting later) and after considerable preparation. Still, for many, it’s a difficult transition. For athletes, and particularly football players, retirement comes early and often unexpectedly. When football’s thrill ride abruptly ends, it dumps off 30-something lifetime jocks and leaves them to contemplate this alarming scenario: decades without the game, the finances and the fame. That’s now Terrell Owens’ harsh reality. I wonder how he’s adapting. What do you think? That has me worried. I used to “bless” Owens the millionaire football player with all sorts of un-holy phrases on Sundays. Now I just sincerely hope Owens, the person and father, is okay. Like Dexter, no news on Owens is good news. Be well T.O. Please. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo. com
The County Times
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Summer 2012
Twilight Performance Series
July 10-12 at la Plata CamPus
Chautauqua: BiCentennial of the War of 1812
Free for the whole family. eat on the lawn; just bring a chair.
tuesdays 6:45 P.m.
Wednesdays 6:45 P.m.
thursdays 6:45 P.m.
No Green JellyBeenz
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
leonardtoWn CamPus July 17 July 24
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
July 31
Pet the Monster Campus Birthday Celebration
la Plata CamPus July 18 July 25
PrinCe frederiCk CamPus July 19 July 26
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare(abridged)
August 1
College of SouthernMaryland’s Big Band Jazz Ensemble, Solid Brass
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
August 2
silver sPonsor: old line Bank Bronze sPonsors BB&t mr. and mrs. donald smolinski mr. and mrs. frank taylor tWiliGht Partner: leonardtown Business association Grants arts alliance of Calvert County Charles County arts alliance st. mary’s arts Council
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