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Together Calvert, St. Mary’s Are One Urbanized Area By Sarah Miller Staff Writer In April 2010, the national register declared Lexington Park, Lusby, Solomons, Naval Air Station Patuxent River and parts of Leonardtown make one urbanized areas, which routinely straddle county or state lines, said Calvert DeLexington Park-- California-- Chesapeake Ranch Estates Census-Designated Urbanized Area te Sta y2 Hw

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tion of the lines, according to St. Mary’s Commissioner Jack Russell. “It’s not reasonable to place as a population center the way it was drawn,” Russell said, adding the changes will affect bus routes and make effected zones metropolitan areas. He and the other St. Mary’s commissioners will work with Congressman Steny Hoyer and Delegate John L. Bohanan Jr., to have the urbanized area rescinded. Commissioner Todd Morgan called the area “irregular and way out of line.” A Jan. 7 letter from the United States Census Bureau indicates St. Mary’s may have an uphill battle. In his letter, the bureau’s acting director, Thomas Mesenbourg, wrote that upon review, the bureau “has determined the territory in question was correctly identified in accordance to the 2010 Census urban area delineation criteria.” “The Census Bureau’s purpose in delineating urban areas is to provide an objective and consistent depiction of the extent of urbanization for the purpose of tabulating and disseminating statistical data. Patterns of urbanization generally do not conform to, nor are they constrained by, boundaries of governmental and other geographic entities,” he said.

partment of Planning and Zoning Senior Planner Patricia Haddon. Federal law requires Calvert and St. Mary’s counties to work together in planning the future of transportation in the area, according to Haddon. After the 2010 national census, the United States identified urbanized areas with populations of 50,000 or more with a density of 1,000 per square mile. As part of the urbanized area, Calvert and St. Mary’s will form a memorandum of understanding regarding shared transportation planning and the formation of a Metropolitan Planning Organization. The organization will include members of Calvert and St. Mary’s county government and representatives from the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). The counties will submit a draft in July, according to Haddon. On the positive side, the designation could mean additional state and federal funding, Haddon said. Commissioners and planning staff will speak with MDOT in midFebruary before sending official letters and opinions. A stipulation of the designation is counties cannot re- sarahmiller@countytimes.net duce boundaries. St. Mary’s and Calvert are not allowed to divide the area between individual counties. “The point is to take unrelated areas and get them to work together,” she said. What counties can do is extend the boundaries. Haddon said Calvert might include town centers up the Route 2/4 corridor, especially if such action would mean more funding for local transportation. Funding has been a concern of St. Mary’s County, as commissioners stated in a Dec. 18 letter WE RULE THE CARIBBEAN. to the United States Census Bureau. AFTER ALL, IT’S OUR MIDDLE NAME. In the letter, commissioners requested a “reevaluation and reconsideration of this designation, DEPARTING FROM BALTIMORE, MARYLAND which may include excluding certain areas from consideration.” They went on to “request that [the SAY FAREWELL TO SAY HELLO TO THE United States Census Bureau] consider matching Enchantment of the Seas® NEW Grandeur of the Seas® boundaries to those of local and regional govern7-NIGHT BAHAMAS 7-NIGHT BAHAMAS ment” and “…request clarification as to whether March 18, 25, 2013 May 10, 24; Jun. 7, 21, 2013 the areas identified within the ‘core’ of St. Mary’s Starting from: $549†* Starting from: $639†* alone could meet the [urbanized area] designation.” 9/12-NIGHT CARIBBEAN 7-NIGHT BERMUDA The county wants more than a reconsidera-

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North Beach Mayor’s Town Address By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Events such as the recent skating rink on the boardwalk, construction and growth marked 2012, North Beach Mayor Mark Frazer highlighted during his State of the Town address. “Without cooperation and shared vision, we would not be where we are today,” Frazer said during the Jan. 10 meeting. From a financial aspect, assets were reduced by $980,448 thousand compared to 2011. The county finished a new overlook park and visitor’s center and repaired or installed sidewalks throughout the town. The entry sign at 1st Street and on the border with Anne Arundel County were refreshed. To address parking, North Beach eliminated parking requirements for small businesses and added a parking lot behind the post office to allow better access to businesses in the 7th Street area, Frazer said. Future plans include a performing arts center and additional passive parks. Continuing the trend of offering events for the community, the board voted 5-1 to bring the artificial ice rink back to the pier in February to see if the success of the event was a fluke before the town invests in the materials. In January, the town contracted with Fantasy World to

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set up and run the rink. “Let’s go ahead and roll the dice again,” said council member Randy Hummel. Council member Kenneth Wilcox was less eager. “I can’t see spending the taxpayers’ money twice at a loss,” he said, referring to the fact that January’s venture did not make money for the town. Frazer said rental and entry fees could be increased, and said another run should show whether January’s success was due only to the novelty of the event or because of a genuine interest. A tentative date was set for Feb. 8 to 10.

In other news, the new Bayside Museum will open May 4. Museum president Grace Mary Brady told the board the relocation to the North Beach Community Center is going well, and she looks forward to settling into the museum’s new home. For more information, including future Town Council meeting dates and upcoming event dates, visit www.ci.northbeach.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

County Staff Discuss Budget with Club By Sarah Miller Staff Writer More than half of Calvert County’s budget funds the public schools. The 52.1 percent devoted to schools could increase for teacher pensions, according to Calvert Director of Finance Tim Hayden. Hayden and County Administrator Terry Shannon spoke to the Calvert Republican Men’s Club about the financial health of the county. “This is a rumor dispelling meeting,” said Calvert County Republican Men’s Club President Cal Steuart.

Since 2009, county employee salaries have been flat, the county has trimmed the operating budget and equipment purchases and worked to eliminate redundant functions, Shannon said. “Overall, in my opinion, the county is in very good financial health.” She explained the county has high bond ratings, AAA with Fitch Ratings and Standard and Poor’s and AA1 with Moody’s. A superior bond rating allows Calvert to borrow money for capital projects at a lower interest rate. “The fund balance is usually a big topic,” she said. In Calvert, $27.3 million is set aside as a “rainy day

fund.” Standard practice is for the fund balance to equal 5 percent of the operating budget. The county routinely sets aside 8 percent, which keeps bond ratings up, Shannon said. The rainy day fund is meant to finance one-time projects, not augment the budget. Shannon likened it to a personal savings account. For a one-time project, such as a new roof, the money is useful. If an individual is regularly borrowing from their savings to pay the electric bill, there’s a problem with the way they handle finances. Hayden said the county is anticipating a 3 percent rise in income tax revenue in 2013. In the next five to eight years, projections show a rise in public utility takings due to the Dominion Cove Point exporting project. Shannon said tentative timelines from Dominion show construction beginning in the next two years, exporting coming online between 2014 and 2016. The county can expect to see revenue from the project in 2018 or later, she said. The men’s club meeting is the second Monday of every month. Next month’s speaker will be Commissioner Evan K. Slaughenhoupt Jr. speaking on a zero-based budget model. For more information, e-mail Steuart rcsteuart@yahoo.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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• disposable diapers • baby wipes • tampons • cotton balls and swabs • mini or maxi pads • unused medications • condoms • cleaning wipes of any kind • facial tissue • bandages and bandage wrappings • disposable hand towels and mechanic’s shop rags • makeup removal wipes Another culprit that causes blocked sewer pipes is grease. Never pour grease in your sink drain. When grease washes down the sink, it sticks to the insides of the pipes that connect your home to the town’s sewer. It also coats the insides of the town’s sewer pipes. Eventually, the grease will build up and can completely block sewer pipes. That can create difficult and expensive maintenance problems for both the town and private property owners. To prevent sewer backups and blockages, please be mindful of what items you are flushing down your toilets and pouring into your sink drains. Here is a printable flyer for your reference. If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 410-257-9618 or 301-855-6681.

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Last year, Middleham-St. Peter’s Parish in Lusby, began “The Big Conversation”, a series of discussions about the Dream Act. This year the church invites the community to examine health care issues. The discussions are meant to be a “civil dialogue,” said Rector David G. Showers during his introduction. He said a study group looked at issues affecting Southern Maryland, and chose to address health care. “Think of health care not as legislation…but something to serve the common good,” Showers said. During the series, he said panelists will discuss health care as a right, a responsibility and a privilege. Director of Calvert Department of Health Larry Polsky, St. Mary’s MedStar Director of Health Connections Lori Werrell, Executive Director of Calvert Health Care Solutions Michael Shaw and Calvert Hospice Executive Director Brenda Laughhunn made up the panel. St. Mary’s College Professor Julia Bates moderated discussions and asked questions submitted by audience members at the Jan. 13 meeting. Polsky talked about the quality of care in Southern Maryland and the difficulty rural communities face in attracting doctors. There is no one-size-fit-all solution, he said. Laughhunn talked about the role Hospice plays in end-of-life care. Anyone diagnosed with a chronic illness only treatable with aggressive measures, such as cancer, should talk to Hospice as well as their physician. Hospice can help ensure a client has a high quality of life during their final days and months.

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A series of questions prompted panelists to discuss rising costs of health care. Polsky said he has known midwives to stop delivering babies and work on a consulting basis because of the rising costs of malpractice insurance. Werrell described policies ensuring doctors and hospitals aren’t paid more than once if a patient comes back within 30 days. Occasionally patients should be in the hospital multiple times during a month, but sometimes they are in frequently because they don’t care for themselves at home, she said. Southern Maryland has programs to help people lead healthy lives, and doctors are charged with teaching patients how to handle medication and care for “chronic conditions.” Calvert and St. Mary’s residents will have three more chances to discuss health care with a panel of medical professionals.

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Topics for future meetings are “What are the Gaps in Your Health Care?” scheduled Jan. 23; “Health Care Values of the Common Good and the Christian Community” on Jan. 30; and, “Health Care – A Right, Responsibility or a Privilege?” on Feb. 6. A potluck dinner will begin at 6:15 p.m. followed by discussion and worship from 7 to 8:30 p.m. All sessions will be held at Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish, located at 10210 H.G. Trueman Road in Lusby. For more information, visit www. middlehamandstpeters.org. For more information about this year’s topic, Showers recommended two books – “Sick: The Untold Story of America’s Health Care Crisis---and the People Who Pay the Price” by Jonathan Cohn and “Journey to the Common Good” by Walter Brueggemann. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Maryland State Police Blotter The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Theft On Jan. 12 at 12:12 am, Trooper First Class Merkelson responded to the 3600 block of Brookside Dr. in Chesapeake Beach for a reported theft. A Mossberg Model 88 12-gauge shotgun was reported missing from the residence. Investigation continues. Tampering with Motor Vehicle On Jan. 12 at 8:49 am, Trooper First Class Logsdon responded to the Fox Run Shopping Center regarding a suspicious person in the parking lot, looking in vehicles and pulling on vehicle door handles. The suspect, Jason P. McLaughlin, 32 of Prince Frederick, was located and charges are pending. Public Intoxication On Jan. 12 at 2:36 pm, Trooper First Class Logsdon observed a male lying on the sidewalk of the Sunderland Business Center. William J. Gray Sr., 53 of Owings, was arrested for

public intoxication. He was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital for medical evaluation. Theft On Jan. 12 at 2:53 pm, Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded to ACE Hardware in Lusby for a reported theft. Investigation revealed that Robert L. Baldwin Sr., 31 of Lusby and Connie L. Baldwin, 55 of Lusby, stole tools from the store. C. Baldwin was also found to be in possession of prescription pills without a prescription. Both were charged accordingly. Possession of Marijuana On Jan. 14 at 01:35 am, Trooper Matthews stopped a vehicle at Rt. 4 and Calvert Beach Rd. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. Daniel S. Monje, 19 of Owings, was found to be in possession of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested.

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Man Charged in Prescription Drug Case By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

that he did not issue or sign the prescription that was passed,” court papers reveal, adding Police say a man who Bobo was able to get the naroperates in both Calvert and cotics at the Target department St. Mary’s counties used a store pharmacy on First Colony fake prescription to illegally Way in California. obtain prescription narcotics. The 120 oxycodone pills Aaron Maynard Bobo, Bobo obtained had a street value Aaron Bobo 36, listed as having adof $3,600, police said. dresses in both Lusby and in St. Mary’s Bobo admitted committing the ofCounty, was arrested by St. Mary’s defense, paying cash for the pills, police tectives and charged with obtaining a alleged. prescription by fraud and obtaining a Alioto said Bobo is the subject of prescription using forgery. other criminal inquiries but would not According to charging documents reveal more specific details. filed by Capt. Daniel Alioto, command“He is part of another investigaer of the vice/narcotics division in St. tion. I would anticipate charges stemMary’s, Bobo was able to get oxycodo- ming from that. He’s in the drug game ne pills by signing a name of a physician and what his role is will be defined as back in June of last year. the investigation continues.” “[The physician] confirmed that the defendant is not a client of his and guyleonard@countytimes.net

Calvert Roads Full of Wrecks By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Although Calvert law enforcement dispatched officers to vehicles accidents north and south of the county and places in between, authorities say the series of weekend accidents were not caused by the weather despite the region being blanketed in heavy fog and rain. Lt. Steve Jones, commander of the Calvert Investigative Team, said the incidents were unusual because of the sheer number. “I think it was a freak rash [of crashes],” Jones said. “None of the contributing factors was the fog.” The first collision occurred January 11 when a 27-year-old male from Huntingtown, driving a 1997 Ford Ranger ran into the back of another vehicle, a Honda van, stopped at the traffic signal on northbound Route 4 and Cox Road in Huntingtown. The 56-year-old driver of the vehicle that was struck reported the accident and his 52-year-old passenger received minor injuries that required treatment at a Baltimore hospital. The driver of the striking vehicle and his 17-year-old passenger were taken to Calvert Memorial Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The driver of the Ford was charged with failure to reduce speed in dangerous weather (rain) and highway conditions and failure to control vehicle speed on highway to avoid collision. At 7:45 p.m., just 45 minutes after the first crash, police responded to the scene of a single-car crash at Golden West Way and Santa Rosa Road in Lusby when the 20-year-old driver from Huntingtown struck a telephone pole

and a cable box on a sharp turn. The driver was treated for unspecified injuries at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Two days later, at about 6:13 p.m., a vehicle traveling north on Huntingtown Road suddenly sped off the road when it failed to make a 90-degree turn. The car hit an embankment, spun and collided against a tree on the rear driver’s side before finally overturning on its roof. The female driver, 37, of Sunderland did not receive any injuries, police said, and she refused medical treatment. About half-an-hour later a 1997 Chevrolet driven by a 58-year-old man from Charlottesville, Va. at the intersection of Main Street in Prince Frederick and Route 4 was struck when he attempted to make a left hand turn onto southbound Route 4, police reported. The driver pulled out into oncoming traffic, police said, when a 2012 Toyota driven by a 22-year-old woman from Hollywood collided with him. An 82-year-old woman in the Chevrolet along with the driver of the Toyota received treatment at Calvert Memorial hospital for “non-incapacitating” injuries police said. Two other crashes occurred on Sunday, including one at the Route 2/4 split at 3:30 p.m., according to electronic warnings sent to citizens. The intersection was not cleared until about 4:52 p.m. Another crash occurred hours earlier at 11:30 p.m. at Route 4 and Pushaw Station, police reported, and was not cleared until about 12:15 that afternoon. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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POLICE BLOTTER Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website. Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward. The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Vehicle Theft Someone entered two vehicles parked outside a home on Lakeview Drive in Dunkirk overnight between Jan. 7 and 8. A gray Hewlett Packard laptop computer in a Pink Floyd case and $250 in cash was stolen. It is unknown if the vehicles had been locked. DFC R. Kreps is investigating. CDS Violation An employee of the Dunkirk WaWa called the Calvert County Control Center on Jan. 9 at 1:08 p.m. and advised that a possible impaired driver was at the gas pumps and had sprayed gas all over the parking lot. The vehicle then left the WaWa and traveled south on Md. Rt. 4 where DFC A. Locke and DFC M. Robshaw observed the vehicle crossing the centerline near Huntingtown High School. They conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle near Robshire Manor Drive. The driver, later identified as James Andre Whitney, 42 of Lusby, appeared to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol when he nearly stumbled into traffic after exiting the vehicle. Whitney was found to be in possession of suspected drugs. He was arrested and charged with DUI, possession of a schedule II drug; Alprazolam and possession of a schedule IV drug; Oxycodone Hydrochloride. Boat Motors Stolen Someone stole 10 boat motors from the marina on Broomes Island Road sometime between July 2012 and Jan. 6. The motors, valued at $2,000, were located at a local scrapyard. A possible suspect has been identified but the investigation by Dep. P. Mosely is continuing. Theft from Vehicle Someone broke the front passenger window of a vehicle parked in the 2300 block of Hallowing Point Road in Prince Frederick between Jan. 7 and 9 and stole a Kenwood radio head unit and two speakers. Dep. B. Schaefer is investigating. Theft from Vehicle A neighbor advised the owner of a vehicle that he observed two white males enter the unlocked vehicle on Jan. 10 at about 12:30 p.m. The owner advised DFC M. Velasquez that ten dollars in change was stolen. The theft occurred on Side Saddle Lane in Lusby. Theft of Motorcycle A 2004 Harley 1200 Sportster motorcycle, gold and black in color and valued at $4,500, was stolen from the garage of a residence in the 3300 block of Lancer Court in Dunkirk. The theft occurred between 11:30 p.m. on Jan. 10 and 6 a.m. on Jan. 11. The door of the garage had been left open overnight. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. M. Quinn at 410-535-2800. Theft of Motor Vehicle Unknown suspect(s) stole a county pick-up truck from a locked fenced-in area near the front gate at Dunkirk Park overnight between Jan. 11 and 12. The vehicle was located partway up a small hill in the park, where it slid backward and the occupants then fled. There was extensive damage to the football field, surrounding grassy area, the vehicle itself and the fence. Total damage is estimated at $7,000. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. Quinn at 410-535-2800.

CDS Violation On Jan. 12 at 12:30 p.m. Cpl. M. Naecker observed a vehicle traveling southbound on Md. Rt. 4 near Ball Road at a speed of 84 MPH. He conducted a traffic stop and with the assistance of Maryland State Police Trooper Paul O’Neal Wiersma and his K-9 partner, Siko, found the driver, Paul Andrew O’Neal, 25 of Annapolis, to be in possession of suspected drugs. O’Neal was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana in the amount of ten grams or more, possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a grinder, and was cited for traffic violations. CDS Violation Calvert County deputies responded to a home on Birch Drive in Huntingtown on Jan. 12 at 8:07 p.m. in response to a call from the homeowner. The homeowner advised police that there was a strong odor of burning marijuana coming from the basement Christopher Carey apartment. DFC J. Denton made contact with the occupant and observed a strong odor of burning marijuana as well as several items of drug paraphernalia and suspected marijuana. Denton arrested the apartment resident, Christopher Ryan Carey, 33, and charged him with possession of marijuana in the amount of less than 10 grams, and four counts of possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a metal grinder, metal tweezers, a glass smoking device, and a clear glass cup. All paraphernalia items contained marijuana residue. Theft from Vehicle Someone stole a TomTom GPS unit and an Apple iPod Touch from a vehicle while it was parked in the Fox Run Shopping Center near Applebee’s on Jan. 13 between 3 to 7:30 p.m. The victim advised DFC W. Wells that he thought he had locked the vehicle, however, no signs of forced entry were observed. Theft from Vehicle A vehicle owner on Fairground Road in Prince Frederick advised DFC J. Denton that on Jan. 13 at 8:17 p.m. his wife observed the interior light on inside their vehicle and an unknown subject inside. The owner stated that he yelled at the subject who then fled the scene. The subject is described as a white male, approximately five feet eight inches tall, wearing a dark colored jacket. Some change and two folding knives were stolen from inside the vehicle. DFC Denton is continuing the investigation. CDS Violation Three people were cited for possession of marijuana on Jan. 13 at 11:30 p.m. when DFC J. Denton was conducting a patrol check of the parking lot of the Super 8 Hotel in Prince Frederick. Tony Donell Chase, 24 of Forestville, Stefphon Mario Brown, 52 and Brandy Jo Williams, 29, both of Prince Frederick, were each charged.

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Dogs in Sheep’s Clothing By Alex Panos Staff Writer Linda O’Brien began creating lamb and dog coats nearly a decade ago, when the avid sheepherder saw a need to help her heard during one harsh winter. She received a patent for her lamb coat in 2010 – her unique design features an insulated chest piece to keep the animals warm from the cold ground. The coats are made of vintage wool blankets from quality materials meant to last for years. O’Brien uses wool because it has many favorable qualities synthetics lack. “Wool is a natural product that is superbly insulating,” she said noting it is nonbinding, dirt, fire and fluid resistant as well.

O’Brien has been raising Katahdin sheep for 10 years, and made the switch to wool coats after attempting to use old sweatshirts. Sweatshirts had proven to be ineffective in the past because the material collected dirt and moisture on the animals. Years ago on a seven degree evening, O’Brien recalls, she had four newborn lambs in the barn certain to be too cold to drink milk. “I improvised the first lamb coat on that cold February night from a shrunken wool blanket my mother had given me that I found in a closet. The wool coat did its job wonderfully. That’s when I fell in love with the versatility of wool.” The following year, O’Brien used a lamb coat to protect her dog, a Chihuahua, from the frigid temperatures. The dog’s leg would continuously get caught in the larger neck-hole opening designed for sheep. “Finally my husband said, ‘will you make this a dog coat?’ I did,” she said. “It has just blossomed since then,” O’Brien continued. “The dog coat business was born.” It’s important to protect animals from harsh winter conditions, especially if they are older or have short hair. O’Brien, a registered nurse, enjoys talking with shepherds and animal owners who

go to great lengths to care for their pets. “I love to talk about the qualities of wool, which is often unknown in this age of polyester and synthetic fabrics,” O’Brien said, adding how easy the coats are to maintain. She advertises in sheep-themed magazines, and has customers all over America, Canada and Ireland. “They are durable and will out-perform commercially made imported coats.” Coats are available in sizes to fit most sheep and dogs; some dog coats are created to custom fit larger breeds. O’Brien as made coats for cats, pot-bellied pigs, alpacas and llamas as well. Shepherds try one or two coats at first, and then place larger orders – the peak season for purchasing a lamb or dog coat is now through March, she said Visit goodshepherdlambcoats.com and goodshepherddogcoats.com or call 301-6430027 for more information. alexpanos@countytimes.net

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Older Mom’s Advice to Younger Mom’s: Don’t Wish Time Away By Laura Joyce Contributing Writer Maybe because it’s a grey, rainy morning, I’m feeling a little wistful today. The warm cheer of the holidays is over and our lives are back to the normal routine, or as normal a routine as we ever have here on Testosterone Terrace, with my three boys—two teenagers and a young twenty-something—and their funny, lovable motley crew of friends coming and going. Having just spent two days alone in the house, without a teenage boy in sight (they had headed off to Pittsburgh for the annual Christmas celebration with their dad’s family), I’m particularly aware of how soon that one weekend will stretch into weeks and then months at a time, with the boys living their grown-up lives in their own homes. My oldest son, Chris, has already leapt into the (somewhat) ‘separate lives’ phase, and he returned to his dorm last Wednesday. I’ll admit that it took me a day or two to actually miss Prince Firstly, since he left behind two heaping baskets of dirty laundry for the palace staff to attend to, as well as the solution to the mystery of where all the small forks and large plates had gone (by some odd quirk of, let’s call it ‘housekeeping’, the utensils and plates had taken up residence under the

dirty laundry in his room). Tim, who is about to enter his last year as a teenager, is at CSM and working, and both he and Ben, a senior at Leonardtown, stop by home to wolf down a meal or inhale a night’s sleep between their classes, their jobs, and nonstop agendas. For Tim it’s theater and friends; for Ben it’s sports, friends, and more sports. I’m glad they’re active, busy, constantly coming and going: this is as it should be. From the moment they first grasped the edge of the coffee table to pull themselves up, then lurched along like little tin men without oil, they have been preparing for the journey from childhood into their adult lives, gradually making their way into the world. What seemed to go so slowly looking forward has passed by at breakneck speed in hindsight. They were babies; now they are men. I was young; now I am…not young. I know; I know; it’s a cliché, but how did it happen so quickly? Where did the time go? I regret that even a moment of that time was spent wishing that the boys were just a little older, just a little more mature, just a little less likely to think it was a brilliant idea to play baseball inside, so close to my Lladro sculptures. Before I caught on, the poor shepherdess was beheaded and the proud graduate lost both of her feet. I’m long over it now, just as I’ve forgotten or forgiven so many other small events that seemed like catastrophes, so important in the moment. There was the VHS player that looked like a toaster to a four-year-old, with fairly predictable results (though I wouldn’t have predicted the syrup: as I tried to pull out the bread he’d neatly inserted into the slot where a videotape should have been, he explained that he wasn’t making Jelly Toast, he was

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Calvert Libraries Offer Something for Everyone By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County Library System, in an effort to be the library of the future, offers ereaders along with free downloadable books, WiFi access, meeting rooms, computers, printers, fax machines, informational sessions, and more, according to Director Patricia Hofmann. The decision to loan e-readers came early. Each branch provides lessons on using them and other technology, from setting up e-mails to downloading books to a personal reader from OverDrive. Libraries host workshops in grant writing and applying to jobs, offering a little of everything to everyone. Hofmann said libraries are a place for groups to meet and gather, for individuals to check e-mails and pay bills and for small business owners to set up an office out of their home before they are ready to rent office space.

The Future of the Library One of the biggest challenges Hofmann sees moving forward is keeping up on the technology front. She said there is an increasing demand to evolve and adapt quickly to changes and offer top-line materials. It’s essential to provide a variety of materials in different formats. Hofmann remembered tapes were the hot item before CDs took over, and records pre-dated tapes. The library offered all three at one point, and still with a growing CD collection. A similar shift was VHS to DVD, and the ongoing movement toward Blu-Ray over DVD formats. “You have to change with customer demands,” Hofmann said. Complimenting the increasing use of computers is a new option to pay library fines though PayPal since October. Before the advent of e-books, Hofmann said customers wanted books on tape and CD. Now, libraries loan e-readers, such as Kindle and Nook, and are part of the OverDrive system to allow individuals to browse and download e-books to personal devices. Like physical materials, only one individual can download an e-book at a time. On the due date, the book is removed from the e-reader it was loaded on and returns to circulation. Nobody worries about overdue fees with ebooks, Hofmann said. As with all changes, the move to ebooks is not without roadblocks. Because only one individual can borrow an e-book at a time, libraries have to purchase multiple copies. Digital copies for libraries are often more expensive than print copies, Hofmann said, and a number of publishers, including the Big Six, will not sell books to OverDrive. At any given time, only one-third of the bestseller list is available, Hofmann said. “If we can’t provide it, then it’s a shame.” The reason for the embargo is mainly monetary, she said. Publishers don’t see selling to libraries as profitable because they get paid once for a book that could be read by hundreds. Some publishers sell e-books to OverDrive, but limit the number of downloads. Once that limit is reached, she said if the book vanishes the libraries have to buy a new copy.

With the increased popularity of ebooks, she said the number of print books in the stacks could decrease. If that happened, she said the library could take advantage of the empty space for additional computer stations or additional meeting locations. In the children’s sections, Hofmann said libraries offer interactive games to encourage children to play together. Toys include lowtech kitchens, puzzles and climbing areas and high tech computers and games. To keep up with ever increasing demands for e-books, Hofmann said the libraries have e-readers loaded with children’s books in addition to the hundreds of books lining shelves in the children’s sections. Caregivers start bringing children in early, Hofmann said. Emma and Erin Mattingly, five-year-old twins, have attended story time at the Prince Frederick library with their grandmother since they were a year old. Emma’s favorite book is “Brown Bear” because she can read it by herself. Erin likes Santa Claus books “because he brings presents.” Erin’s other favorite things at the library are playing in the wooden boat and on computers. In an effort to further inspire young readers, librarians visit every first, fourth, sixth and eighth grade classroom to talk about the library through the Calvert Library Assists School Success program. Librarians extend a “personal invitation” for kids to come in and visit, Hofmann said. Moving forward, all four libraries will expand program offerings to meet rising community demands. Calvert Library Public Relations Coordinator Robyn Truslow was recently asked to talk to a homemakers group about setting up e-mail addresses and the basics of searching the Internet for upcoming events in Calvert. Librarians are available to answer questions and help find materials, she said. “There’s nothing to be intimidated by at the library.” Libraries routinely offer programs in résumé and cover letter writing, setting up email addressed and applying for jobs on-line.

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Pat Hofmann reads to Emma, left, and Erin Mattingly.

Individuals can schedule one-on-one work sessions for hour-long blocks, Hofmann said. The library supports non-profit organizations. Hofmann said they host workshops twice per year on grant writing, and they offer an in-library database of available grants and funding sources. Other groups that meet at the library are writers groups, such as Writers by the Bay and Creative Memories. Hofmann said the library promotes writers of all ages, and routinely hosts writing competitions for schoolaged kids, including a scriptwriting contest in the summer that culminates in a production of the winning play. In the next 10 years, Hofmann said Calvert might invest in a 3D printer, which would compliment the Makers Space program coming in the next year. She said the program will encourage people to get together and talk about ideas. This program is part of a larger effort to support small businesses. “That’s a stay tuned,” Hofmann said.

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10 Years – Two New Branches? The Southern Library will move from the community center in Lubsy to the old Woodburns building in Solomons. Hofmann said the new branch will open in April or May. The interior is currently under renovation. Additional computers at the southern branch are a need. During a recent visit to the current southern branch in Lusby, Hofmann said all desktop computers were in use, and many library-owned laptops were loaned out. The new location is only temporary. In 10 years, Hofmann said Calvert plans to build a new southern branch. The current move will increase the space form 3,500 square feet to 9,000, but the new building would be approximately 20,000 square feet. The county considering a new Twin Beaches branch in the next 10 years, but Hofmann said noting is definite. Friends of the Library supplement the

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library budget by purchasing furnishings for the new branch, e-books and other items. She said the friends is a “hands on” group, and turnover is low. Most of the original board is still intact and has been for 20 years. The Calvert Library Foundation is another fundraising entity for the libraries. The Friends recently held their annual used book sale at the Prince Frederick library, which helps raise money for the libraries, according to Friends of the Library President Martha Grahame. Tyler McDonald of Huntingtown said he came to the used book sale last year, and was waiting for it this year. He is a regular at the library. He reads a lot, and said he comes in once or twice a week to get a new book.

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derful, exciting place to live,” Hofmann said. Hofmann started as a reference supervisor at the Prince Frederick branch. She was promoted to branch supervisor, then assistant director for the county, under the director for the tri-county area. Hofmann was the first director of Calvert libraries when Southern Maryland became big enough to need a director for each county. The counties had diverse communities, and she said they are better served with dedicated directors who can focus on the needs of the community. After a 27-year career in Calvert’s libraries, Hofmann will retire in June. “She’s been an amazing leader,” Truslow said. “We’ll miss her sorely.” Hofmann’s retirement will not mean the end of her involvement in the libraries. She, like many other former employees, intends to volunteer and advocate for the library system. “It’s a wonderful place to work and hard to leave.”

When she started college, Hofmann didn’t intend to build a career around libraries. She planned to be a teacher. But after sarahmiller@countytimes.net taking a class in library and information sciences, the subject piqued her interest. “I fell in love with the library world,” she said. She earned her Master of Library and Information Sciences before working as a librarian with an engineering company. That wasn’t quite what she was looking for and, after some time off from that job, she took a position at a public library. There she discovered the missing piece to the puzzle – working with the public. When she and her family moved to Calvert County, Hofmann looked for a position with the public libraries. She said she was lucky to find a position as a reference supervisor after a month. She came to love the area. “It’s a beautiful, won- Pat Hofmann is ready to help find books. Photo by Beth Graeme

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Safety, Social Media, Calories Future School Issues By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Security in schools, effective use of social media to share information and making healthy eating cost effective were some of the issues addressed during the Jan. 10 Calvert Board of Education meeting. Following the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut, the Calvert Board of Education communicates constantly with the sheriff’s office and state police to ensure the safety of staff and students. Calvert County Public Schools Executive Director of Administration Kimberly H. Roof and Director of School Construction George Leah briefed the board about future safety measures and addressed concerns from the school community. “The most import thing in our lives is the kids,” said Board President Eugene Karol. Leah and Roof talked about large-scale measures, such as increased security presence in schools and the ongoing project to retrofit open-design schools with additional doors and partisans, and less obtrusive measures, such as security cameras and additional locks. “Just because people walk into schools and nothing seems different doesn’t mean nothing is different,” Roof said. Superintendent Jack Smith requested approval to draft a letter to the Calvert Board of County Commissioners for $500,000 and $600,000 to implement additional safety measures. The board unanimously approved the request. Safety discussion related to an earlier presentation – by Calvert Public Schools Director of Technology Jonathan McClellan – about the benefits and dangers of social media, such as Facebook, Twitter and Edmodo. He said social network sites could be useful to dis-

seminate information during emergency and non-emergency situations. Schools could receive feedback from parents and students. Site posts could provide more detailed information than the public school’s website on a daily basis and E\every school could have a separate page, he said. Feedback could be a danger as well, especially if inappropriate comments are posted and go unnoticed for a period of time. McClellan cited a situation the county encountered recently, immediately following the Sandy Hook shootings. Because so many were posting comments so fast on FacePhoto by Sarah Miller book, the county had to deactivate comments until they could Board Vice President Kelly McConkey, left, and President Gene Karol catch up. Another drawback Smith brought up was cost. Anne listen to presentations. Arundel County Public Schools has three individuals tasked with monitoring and refreshing social media sites. Smith der study. A potential method to reduce food losses is expandworried that, with the already tight budget, the schools could ing the wireless temperature monitoring system to include all remaining walk-in refrigeration units, Knode said. not afford to pay additional staff just to monitor the Internet. On a positive note, the county met all USDA nutrient In other business, the Supervisor of Food Services Donald Knode talked to the board about ongoing challenges and standards for elementary and secondary schools, all food records were in good order and the Meal Benefit Applications successes in the department. Ongoing challenges for food services include complying were free of errors. MSDE accepted the yearly documentawith the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act, informing staff and tion and the county is awaiting approval, Knode said. Initiatives in coming years include using “My Plate” dry parents about regulations and the availability and cost of alternative offerings complying with regulations. He said they erase boards at the elementary level, nutrient facts posters at face increased cost and preparation time with few resources the secondary level and posting menus and nutrition informato compensate. Last year, schools spent $30,000 in fresh fruits tion on the website. The county will seek creative ways to utilize available and vegetables. That cost is almost double this year, he said. The department has problems with food waste. Kids are foods that meet all requirements and are acceptable to sturequired to take certain offerings before their meal counts as dents, Knode said. For more information about upcoming board meetings a lunch, but students either throw away unwanted items or and dates, visit www.calvertnet.k12.md.us. leave them sitting at the end of the line. Additional concerns are preventing food loss due to equipment malfunction and power outages, problems still un- sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Appeal Elementary Student’s Artwork Chosen by Bowie Baysox By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Appeal Elementary fourth grader Michael Petersen didn’t know when be was brushing his teeth and grabbing his backpack Photo by Sarah Miller before school that Jan. 14 that he would be Adriene, left, Michael and receiving an award. Carter Petersen celebrate The whole school assembled in the Michael’s award with Baysox morning, as they do every Monday. This mascot Louie, behind. time, a special guest was waiting in the wings. Bowie Baysox Promotions Manager Chris Rogers and mascot Louie were present to announce the winner of the Southern Maryland poster design for the Baysox Read and Hit a Home Run Reading Program. Rogers read a story narrowing the winner down to a fourth grade boy. Three boys waved their hands wildly, waiting for their name to be called. Michael was not among them. “I forgot that I did it,” he said. He said he designed the poster “a while ago” and submitted it. This is not the first time he has submitted artwork for contests. “Art has been his gift,” said Adriene Petersen, a teacher at Patuxent High School who came to watch her son’s recognition. “He’s always drawing and thinking of stuff.” Adriene and Carter Petersen were notified via e-mail of their son’s accomplishment, but chose to stay silent so he would be surprised at the assembly. Michael received a framed copy of his poster and a backpack full of baseball paraphernalia. Copies of the poster will hang in all participating schools in Southern Maryland. Petersen is invited to throw the first pitch at one of two Southern Maryland Reading Nights on April 13 or 14. Rogers looks forward to the contest yearly. Every child who reads four books during the program will receive free tickets to attend one of the reading night games. “It shows good will and gets kids reading,” he said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Calverton Alumni Share College Tips By Sarah Miller Staff Writer “There’s something they will tell you today that will make a difference,” said Calverton Head of School Spencer Taintor of alumni who came to Calverton Jan. 9 for the annual Alumni College Life Discussion. From advice about scheduling class and work schedules along with the truth behind the college party scene to avoiding homesickness, Taintor said students benefit from talking to recent Calverton graduates. The discussion is a 15-year tradition, Taintor said. All college-age alumni receive invitations to the discussion, scheduled to coincide with the end of college student’s Christmas break. Students and alumni broke into three sets, with juniors in two clusters and seniors grouped together. Staff moderators led talks in three main topics – academics, social life and adapting to life away from home. Students had a scheduled opportunity to speak candidly about the party scene, alcohol and other topics when moderators left 10 minutes before the session was over. Alumni spoke about differences between a high school and college classrooms. “You will learn everything you did in high school during the first week of college,” said alumna Alyssa Trelstad, a senior at the University of Minnesota. This is Trelstad’s fourth time speaking to Calverton students. She enjoys talking to students who were fourth and fifth graders when she first entered the school. Wednesday was Austin Dice’s first time addressing the younger students. A junior at St.

Photo by Sarah Miller Alumni and students discuss the transition to college.

Mary’s College, he chose to attend this year because he felt he had advice he could share. College is a huge transition, he told students. He advocated scheduling courses in the afternoon, assuring students that they would sleep through 8 a.m. classes. Other college students shared stories about professors they loved and hated, explaining the best way to deal with bad teachers is to tailor work to that teacher’s style and avoid them if possible when scheduling in the future. Others advised scheduling work and class to allow time to travel or eat. Senior student president Elizabeth Urtso said she enjoys hearing from college students she knows and getting advice she knows she can use in college. She looks forward to coming back to speak to younger students when she is a college freshman next year. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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the statewide high use of alcohol use by eighth graders compared to the rest of the county. Furthermore the rise in juvenile crime rates is inferred because kids are unsupervised when they are out of school. The North Beach Boys and Girls Club plugs Volunteers help the club work towards its goal volunteers into its programs – neither expertise to inspire and enable all kids to grow into “producnor age matter. tive, responsible and caring citizens,” Jearld-Makell Director of Programming Kasey Jearldsaid. They act as mentors, tutors and instructors for Makell interviews potential volunteers after the youth at the club. they submit to a background check. Northern High School freshman Jordan JohnThe club doesn’t look for specific qualificason started volunteering with the Boys and Girls tions but a background in childhood developClub at the end of October to earn her volunteer hour ment is ideal. However, anybody who enjoys requirement and spend time with her younger brothworking with youth is welcome, Jearld-Makell ers, who participate in club programs. She intends said. She asks for availability, but no volunteer is to volunteer until her junior year, when she wants to assigned a rigid schedule. find a paying job. “We’re lucky and happy when [volunteers] Johnson assists with leadership programs and do come in,” she said. helps students with their homework during Power Volunteers with knowledge of art or inHour. formation technology have held workshops for Brandon Greenwell started as a volunteer and kids, but most volunteers help with club leaderPhoto by Sarah Miller worked into a job. ship programs such as Passport to Manhood, Regan Hensley, left, and volunteer Jordan Johnson play Uno during Friday free time. “It’s fun, easy and you get to have fun with the SMART Girls, the Torch Club, Keystone and ers weekly or monthly. club,” he said. NetSmartz, according to Jearld-Makell. Every Parents use the club for after school care, JearldHe started volunteering because he attended as a parafternoon begins with a Power Hour for students completMakell said. With a $25 annual registration and $15 ticipant when he was a student. He wanted to give back to ing homework and receiving tutoring. Others get involved for community events, such as the North Beach parade in weekly after school fee, she said the club is one of the the organization, so he started working as a volunteer. His most affordable options in the area. The club is open to favorite activities involve outdoor group games. December and Plant the Town in spring. The Boys and Girls Club is located at 9021 Dayton Jearld-Makell said involving students in opportuni- children ages 6 to 18 years old after school. The Southern Maryland Boys and Girls Club web- Avenue in North Beach. For more information, visit bgcties to give back to their communities instills a sense of site indicates 60 percent of parents in Southern Maryland sm.net, call 410-286-9880 or e-mail bayside@bgcsm.net. community pride. Approximately 80 students and 80 volunteers cycle work outside the county where few supervised recreationthrough the club in a year, some on a daily basis and oth- al locations exist. Lack of supervision seems to be tied to sarahmiller@countytimes.net By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

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Gerry Gott, 86 Geraldine Louise Kines “Gerry” Gott, 86, of Solomons passed away peacefully at her home on Jan. 11. She was born on Oct. 26, 1926 in Grafton, W. Va. to the late Leslie Darl Kines and Prema Casteel Kines. She was the beloved wife to George Raymond Gott whom she married in 1952 and he preceded her in death. Gerry moved to Calvert County in 1952 and was a Clerk for the U.S. Post Office. She was a member of the Solomons Island Yacht Club and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Gerry is survived by her siblings, L. Darl Kines Jr. and Clara Jean DeMoss both of Grafton, W. Va. and several nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Monday, Jan. 14 at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby. A graveside service will follow in Middleham Chapel Cemetery with Rev. David Showers officiating. The family request contributions to be given in Gerry’s name to Middleham / St. Peters Episcopal Parish, Calvert Hospice, and/ or Solomons Vol. Rescue Squad and Fire Department.

Jeannie Green, 70 Ruth Regina “Jeannie” Green, 70, passed away Jan. 6 surrounded by her loving family after struggling valiantly with COPD and other medical complications. Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband of 40 years, Raymond L. Green of Broomes Island, six children, Robert Joseph Dow (Kelley) of Atlanta, Ga.; Sherry Lea Gold (Gary) of Dunkirk, Md.; Terry Allen “Joe” Dow (Susan) of Hampton, Va.; Jerry Dean Dow of Winston Salem, N.C.; Susan Lopez (Roy) of Lusby, Md. and Gina Jafari (Jody) of St. Leonard, Md., as well as fifteen grandchildren; one great grandchild; her sister Elsie Mae Robinson (Vernon) and four brothers: William “Sonny” Brady Jr. (Shirley), Thomas Walter Brady (Sandy), Milton Gary Brady and Robert Clark Brady

(Wendy) as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was predeceased by her parents, William Roland Brady Sr. and Ruth Virginia Brady, three sisters: Sara Eldridge, Lorena Mister and Jeannette Brady; and one brother, James Edward Brady. Jeannie retired in 2008 after a highly successful career, which included serving as the General Manager of The St. Mary’s Tide Newspaper in St. Mary’s County and then the Prince Frederick Recorder Newspaper in Calvert County. She loved the Redskins, Md. blue crabs and to cook for her family. There was a memorial service on Jan. 9 at Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic, followed by a prayer service. Interment was private.

Doris Horstkamp, 90 Doris Loraine Horstkamp, age 90, of Chesapeake Beach, Md. passed away Jan. 7 at the Burnett – Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick, Md. She was born Oct. 22, 1922 in Roanoke, Va. to George W. and Annie Marie (Long) Gibbs. Doris was educated in Roanoke schools and after graduation, moved to Washington, D.C. where she was employed as a secretary. Doris married Thomas E. Horstkamp on August 22, 1941 in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Washington, D.C. The couple resided in Washington where they raised their family. At the age of 60, Doris went back to work as an office manager for Prime Electric, a family electrical contracting business. Doris moved to Chesapeake Beach after her husband passed away in 2008. She attended St. Anthony’s Church in North Beach. Doris was a former member of the Loyal Order of the Moose and the American Legion Auxiliary. Doris enjoyed designing and sewing clothes but she was mainly a devoted and dedicated wife and mother. Surviving are her three sons, Thomas E. Horstkamp Jr. and his wife Susette of Greenbelt, Md., James D. Horstkamp and his wife Kathleen of Silver Spring, Md. and Michael K. Horstkamp and his partner Michael Parrish of Chesapeake Beach, Md.; five grandchildren, Beth Fricke and her hus-

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Christine Randall, 70 Christine C. Randall, 70, of Calvert Beach, St. Leonard, Md., passed away on Jan. 2 at Mercy Hospital, Baltimore, Md., after a short illness. Ms. Randall was preceded in death by her parents, Linda and Loren Clarke, and her husband, John A. Randall. She is survived by a son, Anthony Loren Clarke, a daughter –in-law, Cecilia Clarke, three granddaughters, Brooke Lacy, Julia Clarke, and Sarah Clarke, a brother, Gary Clarke, a nephew, Michael Clarke, and cousin, Stephen Clarke, and cousins and best friends, Alison Taylor and Diane Scott. Ms. Randall was devoted to her family, and especially enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to cancer fund of your choice.

Putsy Sealey. 80 Betty Lou “Putsy” Sealey, 80, of Solomons, Md. passed away on Jan. 3 in Zephyrhills, Fla. Betty Lou was born Sept. 11, 1932 in Solomons, Md. to the late Creston and Susie (Hardesty) Garner. She graduated from Calvert High School, class of 1949, and was married to her husband of 61 years in May 1951. Before moving to Zephyrhills, Fla. in 2010, Betty Lou lived all of her life in Calvert County, where she raised six children. She enjoyed spending time with her family, camping, playing Bingo, cards, and board games. In her later years she enjoyed working word puzzles and watching the Game Show Network. Betty Lou held several jobs throughout her life, but dedicated most of her time to her family while serving many years in the Solomons Rescue Squad and Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary as a volunteer. Betty Lou was a member of St. Paul’s Methodist Church, Lusby, Md. Betty Lou is survived her husband

Robert “Bob” F. Sealey of Zephyrhills, Fla, and by sons Gregory P. Sealey and wife Donna of Solomons, Md., Marty J. Sealey and wife Kathie of Dunkirk, Md., Bobby T. Sealey and partner Andrew Hutson of Milford, De., Keith T. Sealey and partner Chris Barry of Huntingtown, Md., and daughter, Robin K. Sealey of Williamsburg, Va. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Toby, Joshua, Cory, Jody, and Ashley; two great grandchildren, Alyssa and Blake; brothers Vernon Garner of Solomons, Md., Gordon Garner of Lake George, Fla, and Tilden Garner of Solomons, Md. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Kevin W. Sealey, sisters Doris O’Neal, Elaine Duff, and Susanne Swann, and brother Orville Garner. The family received friends on Jan. 8 in the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby. A service celebrating her life was held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 11000 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby, with Reverend Charles Harrell officiating. Interment followed the funeral service in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Toby Sealey, Cory Sealey, Jody Sealey, Joshua Sealey, Chris Barry and Andrew Hutson. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in Betty Lou’s memory to Gulfside Regional Hospice, 5760 Dean Dairy Rd., Zephyrhills, FL 33541 www.grhospice.org. For more information please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com

Lewis Sears, 71 Lewis Edward Sears, 71, of Owings passed away Jan. 5 at Washington Adventist Hospital in Washington, D.C. He was born Sept. 16, 1941 in Baltimore to Lewis Edward and Mary Emily (Spicer) Sears. He was raised in Paris, now part of Owings in Calvert County where he attended public schools. He served in the United States Army from 1960 to 1962 and completed his Reserve obligation in 1966. Lewis married Barbara Ann Welch on March 28, 1964 and they lived in Owings. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 77 in Washington, D.C., and was employed as a heavy equipment operator. Lewis retired in 2002. Lewis was a member of the Amateur Trap Shooter Association. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially trap shooting with his grandson at the Three Rivers Sportsman Club in Harwood. Lewis was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Ann Sears. He is survived by a daughter Cheryl A. McConnell and husband John of Owings, and by sons William Edward Sears and wife Crystal of Lusby and Michael Shane Sears and wife Amy of Dunkirk. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and a sister Betty Heffner of Brunswick, Md. Services for Mr. Sears will be private. Memorial contributions in Lewis’ name may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058. For information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes. com.

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Jess Strayer, 20 Jessica “Jess” Leigh Strayer, 20, of Port Republic, Md, passed away on Dec. 31, 2012 in Pasadena, Md. She was born on April 26, 1992 in Fairfax, Va. to Stacey Kent Strayer and Linda Marie Slingluff Strayer. Jess was a 2010 graduate of Calvert High School, where she was on the cheerleading squad. Jess is survived by her father, Stacy Kent Strayer, her mother, Linda Marie Slingluff Strayer, and sister, Jennifer Lynn Strayer. She is also survived by her grandfather, Bob Slingluff, her boyfriend, Danny Cecil and his family, and many aunts and uncles. She is predeceased by grandparents, Ralph and Loretta Strayer and Audrey Slingluff. The family received friends on Jan. 7 at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic where services were held on Jan. 8. Interment followed in Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic.

Gerald Watkins Sr., 59 Gerald Linwood Watkins Sr., 59, of Lusby passed away on Dec. 18, 2012 at his residence. Gerald was born June 22, 1953, in Lusby to the late David and Helen Watkins. Gerald received his education in the Calvert County Public School System where he graduated from Calvert Senior High School, class of 1971. At an early age, Gerald dedicated his life to Christ and became a faithful member at Eastern United Methodist Church where he served on the Men’s Committee. Gerald faithfully attended the services and meetings until his illness made it difficult to endure. On June 19, 1982, Gerald entered into Holy Matrimony to lifelong friend and soul mate Sheila M. Woody of Dowell. From this union they welcomed their bouncing baby boy, Gerald Linwood Watkins, II. They resided in the Lusby area where they made a home for their family and opened their doors to many friends. Gerald worked with Building Laborers Local 74 as a Master Concrete Finisher on the Thomas Johnson Bridge in Solomons. A few years passed and Gerald decided to pursue a career in law enforcement as a Correctional Officer with the Calvert County Government. After five years of service, he transferred his career to the Prince Georges County Government, Department of Corrections. Gerald had such a compassionate heart and embraced everyone in spite of their status in life. He was always too trusting, like one of the many times he left his keys in his vehicle with the windows down at the Detention Center. I guess you could imagine how that turned out: it became an instant ride for an inmate who had just been released. On Dec. 1, 2001, after his elder sister Doris became ill, Gerald decided to retire after 20 years of dedicated service. After retirement he and his son decided to show a labor of love to the community and began providing lawn services to the elderly. Gerald had such a love for nature and the great outdoors; it was where he found peace basking in all of God’s Glory. He also cared dearly for his mother-in-

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law Drusilla Gough for three years. Gerald was known for his gentle spirit and his sense of style (crowned “Best Dressed” for the class of 1971). He enjoyed spending quality time with his wife on their many excursions and with his son laughing at their favorite comedians. His favorite pastime was playing cards with his friends (Pinochle was the game of choice), so they called themselves “The Pinochle Club.” He and his friends were such avid players his family teased him and called their game sessions “Union Meetings.” He was a reliable person, but when it came to Pinochle, everything else had to wait. Gerald, who was lovingly called “Spanky” (by his mother), “Motto,” “Baby Boy” and the self renowned “Grill-Master” (because he had such a way with fire), will be truly missed by all who knew him. Gerald leaves to cherish his memories his devoted wife and friend of thirty years, Sheila M. Watkins; his in-laws Melvin R. “Big Daddy” (deceased) and Drusilla W. Gough; one son, Gerald II; two sisters, Doris (deceased) and Betty; three brothers, David Jr. “Buddy” (deceased), Eric “Lee” Robert (deceased); three sisters-in-law, Naomi, Dianne, Brenda; seven brothers-in-law, John Woody (Joan), Ralph “Pee Wee”(deceased) and Judy Johnson, Melvin “Butch” Gough (deceased), Michael Gough (Jennette), Mark Gough (Karen), George Williams and Julius Ford. Gerald took great pleasure in helping to raise his nieces and nephews: nieces Donna, Shann, LaShawne (Stephen), Michelle (DeRon), and DaSheia “Dee”; nephews David, Keith (Leslie), Karleyun (Patrice), Robert (Robin), Anthony “AJ,” Glenwood “Lee,” Linwood “Levi”(Kyna), and Juan “Vonnie” (Monique); special cousins James Marrow (Nannie), Debbie, Patricia, Timmy, Ronald and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews, family, and friends and honorary member of the family, his adopted stray cat “Snaggles.” Gerald held a special place in his heart for friends and extended families: Eastern United Methodist Church family, St. John’s United Methodist Church family, Vincent Thomas and Sidney Gross (lifelong friends), Alexander Briscoe, Amos and Celeste Sewell, Earl Washington, Gordon “YD” Torney, Tommy Johnson, Howard Chase, Rodney Thomas, Louis Long, William Hutchins, Larry Gross, Ronald Clark, Henry Kent, Howard Brooks, Marvin Stewart (his personal counselor), the Tibbs’, the Estes’, the Bennette’s, and the entire Prince Georges County Government, Department of Corrections family. Funeral service was held on Dec. 26, 2012 at St. John UM Church, Lusby with Rev. William Butler officiating. The interment was at St. John UM Church Cemetery, Lusby. The pallbearers were Vincent Thomas, Sidney Gross, Ronald Clark, Phillip Sutton and two honorary fraternal pallbearers. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick.

Carol Shipman-Widmayer, 69 Carol ShipmanWidmayer nee Shaw, 69, of Prince Frederick passed peacefully into eternity on December 30, 2012 in Washington Hospital Center after a brief illness. She was born on Aug. 13, 1943 to the late Ernest Theodore and Freida Neville

Shaw. Carol was a dedicated employee of the Macy’s Company for over 30 years where she enjoyed her job and meeting new people. She loved going to the beach, collecting Precious Moments figurines, Cabbage Patch dolls, and spending time with and caring for her family. Carol was a perpetual optimist and was always ready to offer a kind word and genuine smile. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and customers. Carol survived by her husband of 21 years, Carl W. Widmayer of Prince Frederick, mother of: David Shipman of Frederick, Md., Debora Shipman-Schneider (Gary) of Amity, Penn, Gregory Shipman (Connie) of Frederick, Md., and Bryan Shipman (Terri) of Lusby. Grandmother of Caston, Jessica, and Xaris Schneider and Justin Loberiza, she is also survived by her sister Joan Wasfi –Bailiff (Mike), nephew Anthony Wasfi (Gail), great niece Sabrina Wasfi and great nephew Trent Wasfi. The family received friends at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic on Jan. 5 where services followed. Interment will be in Maryland Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association.

Mary Wills, 88 Mary F. Wills, 88, of Catonsville, Md. passed away on Jan. 3 at Catonsville Commons, Catonsville, Md. Mary Frances Wills, daughter of the late Johns Wesley Wills and Mrs. Susan Randall Wills, was born in Paris, Md. on Sept. 13, 1924. She was the third of four children born to the union of her parents. Mary Frances, fondly known as “Pete”, attended the public schools in Calvert County, Md. Her Christian Walk was nurtured in Wards Methodist Church where her late mother was church pianist and Sunday School superintendent. In her youth, Mary Frances and her siblings sang with a musi-

cal group that is remembered to have lifted the spirits of all who listened to their blended voices. At the age of sixteen, Mary Frances moved to Washington, D.C. There she served as a caregiver for the son of Mrs. Kulah Hayes. It is interesting to note that Mrs. Hayes and Mary Frances maintained contact until Mary Frances’ illness prevented such. Throughout the years during which Mary Frances resided in Washington, she was employed as an environmentalist service worker for the firm entitled The Woodmount Corporation. Also, while in Washington, Mary Frances united with the Randall Memorial Baptist Church, currently known as New Smyrna Baptist Church. At Randall, Mary Frances was a faithful member, choir member and president of the Senior Choir. A very social and engaging person, she thoroughly enjoyed gathering with her family and friends in fellowship. She shall also be remembered for her strong alto voice. As a result of her love for spirited Christian music, she became one of the founding members of the popular singing group, The Friendly Jubilees. This group held many of their concerts in Carter’s United Methodist Church. In her final years, “Pete” was confined to the Catonsville Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Baltimore, Md. In this facility, she became a well-loved patient who was appreciative of the professional care and attention that she received. Her sister, Fydella Dunmore, and her brothers, Ernest and John, preceded Mary Frances in death. Mary Frances Wills shall be lovingly remembered by her niece, who was responsible for her care and who was like a daughter, Alberta Brown (Shelton); a sister-in-law, Florence Wills; other caring nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins, and a devoted friend, Jackie Petty. Funeral service was held on Jan. 10 at Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md. with Rev. Lillie Gray officiating. The interment was at Carters UM Church, Friendship, Md. The pallbearers were Carroll Hicks Jr., George Hicks, Calvin Rice, Ernest Wills Jr., Jeffrey Jones and Mark Jones. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.

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Online Services Available for Social Security Account Michael J. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, has announced the agency is expanding the services available with a my Social Security account, a personalized online account that people can use beginning in their working years and continuing throughout the time they receive Social Security benefits. More than 60 million Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients can now access their benefit verification letter, payment history, and earnings record instantly using their online account. Social Security beneficiaries also can change their address and start or change direct deposit information online. “We are making it even easier for people to do their business with us from the comfort of their home, office, or library,” Commissioner Astrue said. “I encourage people of all ages to take advantage of our award-winning online services and check out the new features available through an online my Social Security account.” Social Security beneficiaries and SSI recipients with a my Social Security account can go online and get an official benefit verification letter instantly. The benefit verification letter serves as proof of income to secure loans, mortgages and other housing, and state or local benefits. Additionally, people use the letter to prove current Medicare health insurance coverage, retirement or disability status, and age. People can print or save a customized letter. Social Security processed nearly nine million requests for benefit verification letters in the past year. This new online service allows people to conduct business with Social Security without having to visit

an office or make a phone call, and very often wait for a letter to arrive in the mail. It also will reduce the time spent by employees completing these requests and free them to focus on other workloads. People age 18 and older can sign up for an account at www.socialsecurity.gov/ myaccount. Once there, they must be able to provide information about themselves and answers to questions that only they are likely to know. After completing the secure verification process, people can create a my Social Security account with a unique user name and password to access their information. People age 18 and older who are not receiving benefits can sign up for a my Social Security account to get a personalized online Social Security Statement. The online Statement provides eligible workers with secure and convenient access to their Social Security earnings and benefit information, and estimates of future benefits they can use to plan for their retirement. In addition, the portal also includes links to information about other online services, such as applications for retirement, disability and Medicare. “Given our significantly reduced funding, we have to find innovative ways to continue to meet the needs of the American people without compromising service,” said Commissioner Astrue. “These new enhancements will allow us to provide faster service to more people in more places.” For more information, please go to www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

Butterfly Project for CSM Theatre Company Group Seeks 15 Thousand Handmade Butterflies During the blustery days of winter, College of Southern Maryland Theater Director Keith Hight is hoping that Southern Marylanders of all ages will ‘think spring’ and help create unique, handcrafted butterflies—15,000 of them—for an upcoming performance. CSM Theatre Company's production of “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” pays tribute to the more than 15,000 Jewish children who passed through Terezin during the Holocaust. Only 132 of those survived when Terezin was liberated at the end of the war. Raja, one of the survivors, is credited with helping to give the children hope by creating a little world of laughter, of flowers and butterflies behind the barbed wire. “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” tells the true story of the children. There were no butterflies at Terezin, of course, but for the children,

butterflies became a symbol of defiance, making it possible for them to live on and play happily while waiting to be transported. The butterflies collected by CSM’s Theater Department will be displayed along the walls of the Fine Arts Center in remembrance of these children. “Students of all ages, parents and community members can create as many handmade arts-and-crafts butterflies as possible,” said Hight, adding that the butterflies can be mailed to H. Keith Hight, Coordinator for the Theatre/Dance, College of Southern Maryland, P.O. Box 910, La Plata, MD 20646 or can be dropped off at the Box Office in the Fine Arts Center by Feb. 1. For information on the performance of “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” visit www.csmd.edu/Arts/Broadway.

Huntingtown VFD Seeks Volunteers The Huntingtown VFD is currently seeking persons that are interested in joining the membership of the Auxiliary. The object of the Auxiliary shall be for the benefit of and assistance of the Huntingtown VFD through fundraising efforts and during emergency responses. All persons reaching the age of 18 are eligible for membership. The membership in this Auxiliary must be a resident of Calvert County, MD and must be sincerely interested in aiding the Fire Department. If interested or you have additional questions, contact Vice President Dale Bowen: dalegbowen@yahoo. com.

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Photos by Sarah Miller

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Mark Eckenrode butchers down meat before grinding it for burgers.

Photos by Sarah Miller Jeff Zutant pours a drink.

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Captain Bigs Co-Owner Jeff Zutant’s first job was bartending when he was 18 years old. He celebrated three 21st birthdays during his tenure at his first job. He’s tried other things, but when he lost his job with a government contractor four years ago and found a position at the Crooked I he swore he would never wear a suit again. So far, he hasn’t had to. Zutant, Mark Eckenrode, Jeff Zutant and KC York opened Captain Bigs opened three months ago and business has been steady. “I always wanted to own and operate a restaurant and bar,” Eckenrode said. Eckenrode handles the kitchen end of the business. In the past, worked in the kitchen at a congressional country club in Bethesda, prepared and sold steamed oysters in Montgomery County and worked in a Montgomery County corrections facility. The corrections facility was his career, but cooking has always been his passion, Eckenrode said. Eckenrode was a regular customer at the Crooked I, where he got to know York and Zutant. For a couple years, they discussed owning an establishment, but took no action until the Crooked I owners announced their intention to move the business. Zutant said they were eager to take on the location to fill a need in the community, offering a place for locals to go for a couple drinks and socialize. “We have to cater to the $2 beer drinker and the $20 scotch drinker,” he said. They intend to “really focus on 400 feet of bay front” that comes with the property. Starting in spring, he said they will have horseshoe competitions, crab and oyster steams and live bands. To respect their nearby neighbors, Zutant said all outdoor activities will end by 10 p.m. They took advantage of the open space left behind from the Crooked I’s slot machines to install pool tables and additional seating. One couch has become the prime location during football games, and Zutant said they hold contests to determine who owns the couch for the evening. Eckenrode orders fresh cuts of meat then butchers it down himself. He makes all rubs and sauces from scratch, except salad dressings. He cuts and breads chicken to order for chicken strips. Every week they have a “Stoopid Special,” a limited time offering that is only available during one week before it vanishes from the menu. Of all the offerings from the Captain Bigs kitchen, Eckenrode’s personal favorite is the cheeseburger they create in the Captain Bigs kitchen. Zutant and York work the front of the business at the bar. “We don’t consider ourselves bartenders,” he said. “We consider ourselves drink slingers.” His favorite drink is the Orange Crush he makes during summer with fresh-squeezed orange juice. The building at 8323 Bayside Road in Chesapeake Beach has quite a history. Chaney’s occupied the space from 1930s until the Crooked I came in. After Crooked I moved across the street, the men saw their chance to start a brand new bar and restaurant. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/CaptainBigs. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Wilson Ennis: A Different Kind of Entertainment By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Athletes and casual recreational players have a world of sports options open to them year round through the Wilson Ennis Clubhouse, located on Route 4 in Huntingtown. Besides artificial turf, practice facilities and on-hand training experts, the facility serves as a daycare and preschool and a summer camp location, all in one package. A typical evening at the Wilson Ennis Clubhouse is active with groups practicing different sports simultaneously. Individuals can practice batting in cages next to children playing a pickup game of basketball. On the other side of the basketball courts, groups can practice soccer, without worrying about stray basketballs or baseballs. The chaos is segmented by nets, which can be moved to accommodate different space needs. For two years, the clubhouse has offered a “state of the art facility to train, practice and play” for athletes, according to clubhouse manager Julie Hughes. The clubhouse comes to life around 5 p.m. Hughes said adding athletes from nearby Huntingtown High School come after school to practice because the clubhouse offers something sorely needed in the county– a place to practice during the off season. Wilson Ennis boasts facilities to accommodate anything but swimming. It houses multiple indoor fields for baseball, softball, football, full-size basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, batting and golf cages. They host soccer leagues for tots to adults. The soccer league is one of the most popular attractions, Hughes said. In winter, 70 percent of athletes in the facil-

Students play a pickup game of basketball.

ity come in for volleyball and baseball practice in preparation for spring sports. Ashley Cook of St. Leonard and Samantha Long of Mechanicsville have been playing softball together for 20 years. Since the clubhouse opened they have come in regularly. Cook said the clubhouse is convenient because they can practice any time, no matter the weather. Owners are thinking about expanding the facility, but Hughes said they are waiting until the end of the third year before they take action. The indoor artificial turf is one of the only in Southern Maryland, and has markings for a fill size baseball infield, Hughes said. A full pro shop caters to all sports played in the facility and offers fitness drinks and healthy snack items, with boys and girls full team rooms with lockers and bathroom facilities. In addition to offering practice space, the clubhouse offers “high-level athletic Photos by Sarah Miller training.” The staff consists of certified Shannon Moore practices shooting hoops. trainers and sports specific experts. “You couldn’t ask for something nicchildren 2 to 5 years of age. They will er of more accommodating,” Hughes said learn the basics of healthy living and exof the facility. She said her daughters have ercise and a nutritious diet in addition to used the facility for off-season practice oftraditional preschool activities, such as ten since the clubhouse opened. learning communication and motor skills Slow times for the clubhouse are Authrough games, lessons and story times. gust through early November, the end of Elementary and middle school stuthe school year and during the day before dents ages 5 to 12 years old are welcome school lets out. Hughes said tot programs, for before and after school care. She said homeschool sports and other attempts during those times, tutors are available to invite groups in the clubhouse during for homework help, and staff encourages the day have been varyingly successful, involvement in various activities. A bus so to get a consistent daytime customer service will be provided to local schools, base, clubhouse staff will soon open a preHughes said. They are currently accepting school and before and after care program registration for both programs. in the facility form 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday During the summer, facility offers through Friday. day camps. The first year was slow, but The preschool program is aimed at word got out before the second summer and camps in 2012 were crowded. Camps are divided into two segments. Mornings are devoted to a different sport every week, and afternoons are dedicated to other activities, such as arts and crafts and a water fight, Hughes said. The Calverton School senior Shannon Moore comes to the clubhouse for basketball practice. She said it’s “nice to have an extra place to go,” because her school has only one gym and seven teams vying to use the space. For more information, www.wilsonennisclubhouse.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Entertainment Calendar Thursday, Jan. 17 • Thirsty Thursday Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 3 p.m. • Karaoke, Trivia and Ladies Night Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 18 • Free Square Dance Lesson Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Lane, Lusby) - 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Destiny Band Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m. • Prime Rib Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 4 p.m. • Hydra Fx Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 8 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 19 • Jim Ritter & the Creole Gumbo Jazz Band The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) – 7:30 p.m. • Swamp Dog Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 8 p.m. • DJ/Karaoke with Hall of Fame Entertainment Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 8 p.m. • DJ and Karaoke Smokey Joe’s (4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach) – 9 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 20 • Chesapeake Community Chorus Singers Wanted Northeast Community Center (4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach) – 4 to 6 p.m. • World Tavern Poker Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 1 p.m. • Ruddy Duck Brunch Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 11 a.m.

Thursday, January 17, 2013

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Calvert Basketball Cruises, Sweeps H-Town on the Road By Marcus Reid Intern Writer - Huntingtown High School It can be tough to play on the road, especially in rivalry games. You enter a hostile, unfamiliar environment. Even if the school is only ten minutes down the road, it can be difficult to go back home victorious. Well, Calvert proves that that scenario does not apply to them. Calvert girls continued their impressive play, rolling past Huntingtown girls 80-13. The boys’ squad followed it up by rising above the Canes in a 64-43 win.

This Week’s Match-ups Calvert Girls: 1/16 vs. La Plata, 1/18 @Chopticon Boys: 1/14 @Chopticon, 1/16 @La Plata Huntingtown Girls: 1/16 vs. Westlake, 1/18 vs. Northern Boys: 1/16 @Westlake, 1/18 @Northern

Girls: Calvert 80, Huntingtown 13

Boys: Calvert 64, Huntingtown 43

Huntingtown coach Felicia Hall knew what her team was up against, saying, “Calvert’s offense is one of the best in [the] district.” While they did not have as much success as in the past, the lady Cavaliers certainly proved why they are better than the rest. Using athleticism underneath and smooth shots on the perimeter, Calvert raced away with the game and never slowed down. Center Daijha Thomas caused havoc for the Lady Canes in the paint, finishing with a double-double. The 6’2” junior had 20 points, 11 rebounds and H-Town’s Amanda Johnson (22) and Alia suppressive 6 blocks, son Cleary (23) watch as Calvert’s Daijha (above) soars above Hunting(all game-highs). Senior Thomas town’s defense for an easy jumper. Alexus Smith finished with 19 points, and junior guard Kaiyla Gross tallied 17 with three treys. Although they struggled to hit their first few shot attempts, it did not take long to get the ball rolling, as they were up at half by 35 points. Their defensive play was also solid, as the Lady Cavs gave up a season-low 13 points. The Lady Canes did not reach double digit points until the seven minute mark in the fourth quarter. However, Calvert believes they still have room for improvement on the defensive side of the ball. Head coach and Calvert alum Tim Contee said, “We did a good job, but [we have] a lot to clean up with our defensive rotations and zones.” When asked for her impression of the game, Gross said, “Our defense got way better today. [We] still need to work on full court man-to-man defense.” When asked if a state title threepeat was in their sights, she coolly replied, “If we work hard, anything’s possible.” Calvert’s road to another championship has yet to face any tough challenges. But, the team does not believe they are at the level they are capable of. Contee claimed, “You can always improve everything. Just because you have a perfect record doesn’t mean you’re a perfect team.” This in-county match-up appeared to be a tale of two opposites. Unlike Calvert, Huntingtown has struggled to get going, dropping its ninth consecutive game to start the season. Nevertheless, Coach Felicia Hall saw some positives from her team in the Friday night loss. “We were aggressive,” she said. “The defense wasn’t bad, working on defense [in practice] was good for us.” When asked about needed improvements, she replied, “[We need to] play as a unit. We are playing as individuals.” Hall also stated that the team lacks confidence, possibly due to inexperience. Disregarding age, she believes that “each player can contribute.” Huntingtown guard and Captain Amanda Johnson also saw the better defense as a positive, but the senior noticed problems offensively that need to be fixed. When asked what, she replied, “Catching the ball and [going into] triple threat position.” She also mentioned that the team has to take more shot opportunities. Johnson led the Lady Canes with 7 points.

Whenever you face a tough opponent, you cannot get away with simple mistakes that my slide in other games. Huntingtown was plagued by self-inflicted errors Friday night. Errant turnovers, missed free throws, and poor rebounding were apparent throughout the game, and Calvert ultimately made them pay. Capitalizing on breakaways and open lanes to the hoop, Calvert did most of their damage from the inside. Point guard Jermaine Hunter led the team in scoring with 14 points. Guards Daiquarius Gantt and Datavious Thomas also broke double digits, scoring 11 apiece. Calvert’s corps of big men, led by senior forward Josh Smith, harassed and bullied the Canes underneath the basket. Smith, who finished with 13 points, and center Terry Jones dominated paint, gobbling up missed shots on both sides of the court. Huntingtown Coach Vashawne Gross was obviously displeased with the performance. When asked for a reflection on his team’s performance, he replied without hesitation. “We played poorly tonight. We need to box out, limit turnovers, and make free throws.” The Canes finished 17-for-23 (74%) at the charity stripe and coughed up 10 turnovers. Huntingtown also could not get anything going from beyond the arc. As a team, they finished 0-for12 from three-point range. Gross emphasized that mistakes must be scarce against a quality opponent such as Calvert. “We had to do the little things right,” he explained. While the game appeared very tightly contested, Calvert leapt ahead to a 21-9 lead after the first quarter. Huntingtown’s defense made adjustments, but their offense still struggled to score. The score was 31-19 Calvert at half. Calvert quickly gained the momentum in the second half, constantly hounding H-Town’s ball-handlers. The Cavs dominated the boards and forced ill-advised decisions from the Canes, limiting the home team to five points in the third quarter. Trey Hawkins racked up 11 points and 7 rebounds, but had a couple costly turnovers that resulted in scoring opportunities for Calvert. Chris Ward was a bright spot in the paint for H-Town with 8 points and 9 boards. Huntingtown guard Marcus Simms, who had 6 points and 3 steals, described his team’s play as “pretty sloppy,” but he said he is looking past it. “We will pick it up next game,” the senior said. “[We] have to look past this game and focus on the future.” When asked if he saw any areas that needed improvement, Simms said, “Better defense, [and] get our post better.” But, most importantly, he noted, “We gotta play harder.” Gross complimented some of the players coming off the bench, saying they “brought energy [and] allowed us to press.” “We’re getting there,” the young coach accessed. “We [have to] get over this hump.” Calvert’s Jermaine Hunter uses some nifty foot work to evade defender Trey Hawkins.

Other Basketball Scores: 1/11/13

Boys

Girls

Northern 31-62 @ Thomas Stone Patuxent 27-101 @ North Point

@Northern 37-54 Thomas Stone @Patuxent 20-80 North Point

Hockey Box Score: Northern 8, Huntingtown 6 (1/11/13) 1st

2nd

3rd

Final

Huntingtown

Northern

Goals 1st: Michael Carr (Northern PP 6:01, assisted by Willie Bennett), Patrick Laiosa (H-Town 12:52, assisted by Robert Hand and Tyler Myrick) 2nd: Michael Carr (Northern 1:20, assisted by Michael Santiago), Ben Camilletti (H-Town 3:04, assisted by Tyler Sullivan and Patrick Laiosa), John Hand (H-Town PP 6:02, assisted by Collin Gray and Jason Merewitz), Michael Santiago (Northern 8:26), Joey Laiosa (H-Town 13:19), Jason Merewitz (H-Town 14:00 assisted by Bauer Cipressi), Michael Santiago (Northern 14:28, assisted by Michael Carr) 3rd: Ben Camilletti (H-Town 2:21, unassisted), Andrew Bruening (Northern 7:17, assisted by Michael Santiago), Michael Carr (Northern 9:35, assisted by Tristen Beeson), Tristen Beeson (Northern 11:44), Willie Bennett ([Empty Net] Northern, 14:58)

Indoor Track, SMAC League Meet #3 1/11/13 Team Finishes Place

Boys (Pts.)

Girls (Pts.)

Huntingtown – 120.5

North Point – 115

2nd

North Point – 89.5

Leonardtown – 82.5

3rd

Thomas Stone – 63

Thomas Stone – 71.5

4th

Patuxent – 57

Huntingtown – 68

5th

Lackey – 52

La Plata – 54

6th

Westlake – 35

Calvert - 45

7th

Leonardtown – 34.5

Lackey - 40

Other Local Finishes (Gender, Place, Points): Northern (Boys, 8th, 33.5; Girls, 8th, 24), Patuxent (Girls, 10th, 18), Calvert (Boys, 11th, 13)

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Annmarie Garden: Jan. Events, Classes Saturday, Jan. 19 • Waterman Photography Slide Show & Talk Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Join renowned Chesapeake Bay artist, Marc Castelli, who will present a talk and slide show of his photography, A Year on the Water, August 2011 – August 2012. With images ranging from Bohemia River to Tangier Island, Castelli will discuss the Chesapeake Bay, the watermen and their harvest through the year, and the conditions and circumstances in which they work. Admission is free for Annmarie Garden members and children 5 & under and regular admission fees apply for non-members. Visit www. annmariegarden.org for additional information.

Monday, Jan. 21 • Martin Luther King (MLK) Day Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Admission is free for all guests. Create a community art installation in honor of a dream. Reservations are not required – just drop in. For more information call 410-326-4640.

Jan. 19 – March 24 • The Living Gallery Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, daily Visit and engage with artists during the Living Gallery Studio. Annmarie Garden’s Main Gallery will be transformed into artist studios from, providing a serene retreat and experimental space for artists to develop new work, while allowing visitors the opportunity to appreciate the artistic process. These studios will be set up much like a booth, utilizing the artist’s own supplies and equipment. The Living Gallery Exhibition will feature works by the participating Living Gallery artists that will take place April 5 to May 19, 2013. • artLAB New Hours Staring Jan. 4, 2013 Annmarie Garden, Solomons, 2 to 5 p.m. The artLAB at Annmarie Garden will have new winter hours and will be open Friday through Monday beginning Jan. 4, 2013 through March. Should you want to visit during the week (at a different time), group visits for all ages can be organized, simply call 410-3264640 or email artlab@annmariegarden.org to schedule your visit. • artLAB Mom’s Club Annmarie Garden, Solomons,

check hours below artLAB Mom’s Club at Annmarie Garden is held on the first and third Monday of each month. These lightly guided sessions will help your child make great art, fun toys, creative costumes, and new friends. This club is perfect for preschoolers, ages 3-5. Mark your calendars fro Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18, March 4, and March 18, 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. • Homeschool Tuesdays Annmarie Garden, Solomons, 9 to 11 a.m. Annmarie Garden will host Homeschool Tuesdays, Feb. 19, and March 19. Add a little artLAB to your homeschool curriculum as we invent, build, and discover through guided ‘challenges’. Ideal for ages 7-12 years, but all ages can participate. No registration required; $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. • Wednesday Wine Nights Annmarie Garden, Solomons, 5 to 7 p.m. Annmarie Garden will host Wednesday Wine Nights, the third Wednesday night of each month, on Feb. 20, and March 20. Bring your favorite beverage or snack and get ready to turn trash to treasure as we create home décor, fashion items, and jewelry. Adults only, no registration required. Cost is $7 per person. For more information visit annmariegarden.org or call 410326-4640. Plan a fun night out with your friends. • Open Studio Days Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Annmarie Garden will host Open Studio Days in the artLAB by appointment only. If you have want free reign in the artLAB to create, now is your chance. Email artlab@annmariegarden.org or call to schedule your session today. Cost is $7 per person.

Monday, Jan. 21 • School’s Art, Art’s In Annmarie Garden, Solomons, 9 to 4 p.m. Register at Annmarie Garden today for the next School’s Art, Art Is In full-day program, for Grades K-2 or Grades 3-5. Students will learn all about the animal kingdom through art, with a specific focus on Magnificent Mammals. Call today to pre-register for this popular class at 410-326-4640; Members $35, Non-Members $40. Register early, as spaces are limited. For more information please visit www.annmariegarden.org

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Community Events Thursday, Jan. 17 • NARFE Meeting Calvert Pines Senior Center (West Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick) – 1 p.m. The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter 1466, will meet. There will be a short presentation by Karen Straughn entitled “Scams – How to Recognize and Avoid Them” followed by a regular business meeting. Join them for an early lunch at 11:30 a.m. this month at Crystal Palace in Prince Frederick. Active and Retired Federal employees, spouses, members, non-members and guests are welcome. For more information, call 410-586-1441 or email NARFE1466(@gmail.com.

of over thirty active singers, which performs concerts for the benefit of charities in mostly Calvert County. Concerts have raised more than $52,000 for charities. We are always interested in adding new singers to the chorus. There are no auditions required, just the love and enjoyment of singing four-part music. Contact Larry Brown at 301-8557477 for more information.

• Free Square Dance Lesson Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Lane, Lusby) - 7 to 8:30 p.m. Learn to square dance at the Aqua Squares open house. The group invites families, singles or couples to try out square dance. For more information call Elaine Reilly at 301-855-7937, Mary and Bernie Ridgell at 301-863-8054, e-mail www.aquasquaresclub@yahoo.com or visit www. aquasquaredancers.org.

• Sunday Conversations with Chesapeake Authors: “Pure Sea Glass” with Richard LaMotte Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons), 2 p.m. Richard LaMotte will talk about his renowned book on sea glass identification, “Pure Sea Glass.” Richard has spent hours carefully studying close to 30,000 shards of sea glass to produce this in-depth study. Come and immerse yourself as he focuses on sea glass identification. Bring your favorite shards for help determining their age and origin. Wear your best piece of sea glass jewelry or purchase a unique keepsake from a sea glass jeweler. Enter the “Glass with a Past” contest and possibly win a gift certificate to the Museum Store. Prizes will be awarded for the oldest and rarest pieces of sea glass brought to the conversation. No registration necessary; the presentation is free. For more information, call 410-326-2042 or visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Saturday, Jan. 19

Monday, Jan. 21

• Waterman Photography Slide Show & Talk Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Dowell), 1 to 3 p.m. Artist Marc Castelli will present a slide show of his photography, “A Year on the Water.” Castelli will discuss the Chesapeake Bay, watermen and their harvest through the year along with the conditions and circumstances in which they work. For more information, call 410-326-4640 or visit www. annmariegarden.org.

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Dowell), 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center invites the public to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Admission is free for all guests. Create a community art installation in honor of a dream. Reservations are not required. For more information call 410-326-4640.

Friday, Jan. 18

• Southern Maryland Marine Aquarium Society Meeting Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) – 1 p.m. The Southern Maryland Marine Aquarium Society is a gathering of folks from all walks of life that share an interest in marine aquariums. They have monthly meetings to exchange ideas, discuss current conditions in member’s tanks, share and trade corals and plan field trips. Their goal is to educate the general public about the saltwater aquarium hobby and to raise awareness of the delicate reefs.

Sunday, Jan. 20 • Chesapeake Community Chorus - Singers Wanted Northeast Community Center (4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach) – 4 to 6 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus is looking for new singers. They are an all-volunteer group

Tuesday, Jan. 22 • Casual Tuesday Dinner American Legion 206, Lower Level Dining Room, Chesapeake Beach, 5:30 p.m. The American Legion will host an informal dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The menu will include homemade pizza created by Guest Chefs Danny and Roland Jr. Entry is $10, including beverage. For more information call 301-855-6466 or visit www. ALpost206.org.

Wednesday, Jan. 23 • Winter Interludes: Kappa Paul Band with Halie & Emma Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fire up your winter nights with some toetapping, soul-warming music presented by Kappa Danielson and Paul Larson with Halie and Emma. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

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Long Standing Calendar

Out&About

• Monday Memories Tours at JPPM Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 10515 Mackall Road St. Leonard, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Each Monday, the public is invited to a free Monday Memories guided tour of Point Farm at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum. All are welcome to enjoy the memories of Calvert County, the Patterson family, JPPM or those who once worked on the land that is now JPPM. The public is welcome to share stories, or visitors may also simply enjoy the tour and listen to the memories of others. Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Join us for a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. Please call 410-586-8501 or visit www.jefpat.org for more information

Library Events Thursday, Jan. 17

Saturday, Jan. 19

Tuesday, Jan. 22

• Cuddle Up and Read to Me Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 9:30 to 9:50 a.m. For children birth to 24 months. Regirstration is required. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

• Yes, You Can Use A Computer Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Participants will learn the basics of formatting a resume using Microsoft Word. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

• Tween Event Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tweens are invited to the Prince Frederick library to watch the top-pick Pixar film on the big screen and eat popcorn. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.

• Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Job counselor Sandra Holler will be avaliable to discuss what makes a strong resume and cover letter. Registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring draft resumees and cover letters. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Yes, You Can Use a Computer Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings), 2 to 3 p.m. Job search participants will learn about useful web sites and tips for job searching. The training will last an hour and will take place in a small group. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-257-2101. • Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 2 to 3 p.m. The library will host reading, discussion and projects for children in kindergarten through third grade. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Poetry Out Loud Competition Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 4 to 5:30 p.m. The snow date is Jan. 24. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The library will host reading, discussion and projects for children in kindergarten through third grade. For more information, call 410-257-2411.

Friday, Jan. 18 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 1 to 4 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring his or her quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting and other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Friends of Calvert Library Books and Bubbly Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 9 p.m. The Friends of Calvert Library are hosting the annual Book and Bubbly fundraiser. Tickets are $35 and great food, wine, entertainment, and bubbly are included. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

• PlayTime Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for children and parents. Attendees should bring a non-battery operated toy to share. PlayTime is open to children ages birth through 5 years old. For more information, call 410-257-2101. • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and More Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 12 to 2 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Paws to Read Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 2 to 4 p.m. Children read to furry friends. This event for beginning readers is a great way for them to improve their reading skills with a trained therapy animal by your side. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.

Monday, Jan. 21 All Libraries Closed for MLK, Jr. Day

Wednesday, Jan. 23 • PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 10:25 to 10:55 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for children and parents. Attendees should bring a non-battery operated toy to share. PlayTime is open to children ages birth through 5 years old. For more information, call 410-326-5289. • Lifelong Learning Series: Downloading eBooks using Overdrive Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 6:30 to 8 p.m. Learn how to download e-books from the library onto your own e-reader. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-326-5289. • Winter Interludes: Kappa Paul Band with Halie & Emma Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fire up your winter nights with some toe-tapping, soul-warming music presented by Kappa Danielson and Paul Larson with Halie and Emma. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Teens/Young adults in recovery or seeking sobriety from drugs and alcohol A Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Group lead by a Certified Recovery Coach in recovery Mondays from 6:30pm-7:30pm Starting 1/21/13 North East Community Center in Chesapeake Beach Room M2

For More Info: dawn.recovery2012@yahoo.com John Mitchell, CSA at 410-535-5400ext.311

Throughout the Month

Mondays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 • Memories Tour Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The public is invited to share memories of Calvert County, the Patterson Family, JPPM or those who may have once worked this land. If you do not have a story to share, come enjoy the tour and hear the memories of others. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated Point Farm to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Join us for a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. For more information call 410586-8501 or go to www.jefpat.org.

Through Sunday, Jan. 13 • Glitz: Art that Sparkles Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell This exhibit goes over the top with works of art that shine, sparkle, twinkle, shimmer, flash and glitter. 410-326-4640 • www.annmariegarden.org.

Jan.18-March 24 • The Living Gallery Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Dowell) – Daily, Annmarie’s Main Gallery will be transformed into artist studios, providing a serene retreat and experimental space for artists to develop new work. Visitors can observe and interact with artists and are invited to participate in the creative process. For more information, call 410-326-4640 or visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Through Sunday, Feb. 24 • Marc Castelli: The Art of the Waterman Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell – Daily This exhibit features 23 paintings by renowned Chesapeake artist Marc Castelli. Castelli paints in watercolor on paper, working from photographs he takes. This allows him not only to get the proportions and details exactly right, but also to capture action and attitude that painting from life would not permit. The paintings are on loan from the collections of Diane Simison and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michael’s, Md. For more information call 410-326-4640 or go to www.annmariegarden.org.

The Calvert Gazette

Thursday, January 17, 2013

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