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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Have We Overcome? By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The marches and speeches that marked the Civil Rights movement are long finished, but Hazel Trice Edney asked if individuals should be satisfied in the state of the county.

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“We shall overcome” was once a rallying cry, but Edney doesn’t hear it used anymore. “We’ve gotten quiet, and the reason, I think, is we believe we already have,” Edney said during her keynote speech at the 27th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast at the Rod and Reel in Chesapeake Beach on Jan. 21. She asked where the sense of accomplishment came from. African Americans have higher unemployment numbers, higher prison rates and higher dropout rates than other groups. She said they should praise God for having come so far, but the African American community still has work to do. “I’m here to tell you we have not overcome,” she said. The nation has a false sense of achievement, she said. The shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary shocked the nation, but the number of victims pales in comparison to thousands of child and teens killed by gun violence every year, Special guests stand for the invocation. she said. overcome,” she said. “He meant for us to “How did we miss that?” she asked have dominion over our lives.” the audience. “Did we fall asleep? In addition to Edney’s speech, the Society has far to go before it has assembly sang “Lift Every Voice and “overcome,” she said. Everyone is born Sing” along with musical guest Harvest. with a gift from God and “as long as you The National Congress of Black have breath in your body it’s not too late” to use that gift to help society. “God never intended for us to just

Women, the College of Southern Maryland and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People sponsored the breakfast. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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The Calvert Gazette mourns the passing of marketing representative Matthew Suite, of Mechanicsville. He died early Jan. 22 at the age of 63. He was employed with Southern Maryland Publishing from November 2008 until the time of his death. He represented The County Times and The Calvert Gazette at evening functions in both counties with his wife Mickie Suite. He will be sorely missed.

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Sierra Club: Judge Missed Agreement’s Spirit By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Since Dominion Cove Point announced a possible exporting

expansion at the facility, the Sierra Club has opposed the project, claiming a decades old agreement prevents Dominion Cove Point from making significant changes

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to their purpose or footprint. Circuit Court Judge James P. Salmon of Maryland ruled on Jan. 4 that Dominion Cove Point does not need the Sierra Club’s approval to build liquefaction facilities and export liquefied natural gas inside the existing fenced area. Sierra Club Staff Attorney Craig Segall said the core of Dominion’s argument is there is no language explicitly banning an export facility. “It’s not the sort of thing we would have missed,” Segall said, adding when the agreement was made LNG exporting “wasn’t thought of.” Dominion Cove Point’s plans don’t break the letter of the agreement, but they break the spirit. The groups made the agreement to protect the environment by limiting Dominion Cove Point’s future growth, Segall said. The Sierra Club is contemplating requesting the court of special appeals re-consider the decision. The club will decide by the end of the month, Segall said. During the court process, Dominion has continued filing for approvals. “We have a lot of momentum right now,” said Dominion

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Spokesman Dan Donovan. The Department of Energy gave Dominion permission to act as an agent for liquefied natural gas exports to countries with free trade agreements. Dominion is waiting for DOE approval to deal with countries without a free trade agreement. Dominion has entered the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s pre-filing process in anticipation of filing an application in 2013. Dominion has initiated engineering studies and ter-

minal services agreement negotiations with potential customers, including Sumitomo Corporation, a major Japanese trading company, according to a Jan. 4 press release. Moving forward, Donovan said Dominion looks forward to working with environmental groups, such as the Sierra Club, on the project. For more information, visit www.dom.com sarahmiller@countytimes.net

County Employees Receive Bonus to Retire By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

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County employees eligible for retirement can leave with a bonus on top of their normal benefits. The county has 44 employees eligible under the old retirement plan, said Director of Budget and Finance Director Tim Hayden during the Board of County Commissioners Jan. 15 meeting. The incentive will pay $1,000 for each full year of employment for fulltime employees and $500 per year for part-time employees. Money for the incentive will come from the fund balance, Hayden said. One goal of the incentive is to reduce workforce through attrition, Hayden said. If 80 percent of targeted employees take the offer, the county government would save nearly $1 million per year, Hayden said. If all eligible employees were to retire, the savings would equal $1.24 million. During the meeting,

Hayden told commissioners the county has balanced the budget by holding staffing, salary costs and operating costs flat. The current projected fiscal year 2014 deficit is $9.3 million, which will grow as the county becomes responsible for pension payments for public schools and other post-employment benefits, Hayden said. The county commissioners unanimously supported the incentive. Commissioner President Pat Nutter said the incentive is voluntary. “It’s not for everyone,” he said. The county may choose not to fill some positions; however, its not planning to eliminate 44 jobs, he said. Some departments operate on skeleton crews and cannot afford to lose positions. The incentive will give junior employees an opportunity to move up and allow the county government to pull in new hires. sarahmiller@countytimes. net

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Reverse Mortgages Are a Personal Decision By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Democratic Women’s Club has grown since its start in Sunderland 80 years ago. The women plan to offer a second scholarship this year, in addition to continued community activism. “We’re not a die-hard political sort of thing,” said club president Barbara Stinnett. They first offered a $500 scholarship five years ago. Since then, Stinnett said the group increased the amount to $1,000. This year, they will award two $1,000 scholarships. In addition to scholarships the club assembles care packages for the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home during the holidays and raises community awareness on political and social issues. “It’s important to take a stand and be active,” she said. During their Jan. 16 meeting, the club discussed the 2013 roster of speakers. The first speaker of the year was Mike Foster from Atlantic Home Equity to address reverse mortgages, loans available to homeowners over 62 years old, giving them access to a portion their home's equity. Homeowners can draw the mortgage principal in a lump sum or in installments. A reverse mortgage would not cost individuals their homes, Foster said. A reverse mortgage is a personal decision

that everyone should investigate thoroughly before taking action, Foster said. The most dangerous part of reverse mortgages is dealing with offspring who are worried about losing their inheritance. “I see a lot of greed out there,” Foster said. Kelly McConkey is scheduled to talk about school safety at the club’s Feb. 20 meeting. During the meeting, attendees discussed questions they want to ask McConkey, such as making visitors pass through the main office at a school where the main office is located away from the door. Later in the evening the Democratic Central Committee meeting, the group elected Thomas Craddock for the opening on the committee and Eloise Evans and Tricia Powell as gender-balance members. Greg Brown, Thomas Hausmann and Duwane Rager were elected as associate committee members. Further action will be taken up at the regular February meeting, according to the democratic club website, www.calvertdemocrats.com. The Democratic Women’s Club meets at 12 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at Adams Ribs in Prince Frederick. The central committee meets the same day at the Green Turtle in Prince Frederick at 7:30 p.m. sarahmiller@countytimes.net Mike Foster talks about reverse mortgages.

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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Planning Commission Completes St. Leonard Plan

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer It took five years, but the arduous process for revising the St. Leonard Town Center Master Plan is nearly at an end. At their Jan. 16 meeting, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to send the newest draft of the plan to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval. If the county commissioners approve the master plan, the planning commission will soon see the St. Leonard Zoning Ordinance for updates, said Department of Community Planning and Development Planner Jenny Plummer-Welker. Master plans and zoning ordinances are normally done back to back so ordinances reflect the master plan. In future updates, such as the Prince Frederick master plan, the county may revise the

two documents concurrently, Plummer-Welker said. In other business, the Planning Commission scaled back on their discussion of regulations for farm events, choosing to focus on the impact special events at farms have on traffic and adjoining properties. Planning commissioners will discuss farm produce stands if they become an issue. “We were trying to anticipate what was coming down the pike, trying to solve problems that weren’t there,” said board member Malcolm Funn. Both Department of Community Planning and Building Director Chuck Johnston and Commission attorney John Yacovelle cautioned commission members farm stand regulations and events on farm properties should not be pushed too far back. Both will be issues in coming years. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Maryland State Police Blotter The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Maryland State Police Hiring Dispatcher: The Maryland State Police Barrack in Prince Frederick is currently seeking to hire a dispatcher, known as a Police Communications Operator (PCO). The job of PCO entails monitoring police radio communications, dispatching Troopers to calls for service, checking records through police databases, answering telephone calls and other related responsibilities. The job requires the ability to type and multi-task. PCO’s work rotating shifts (7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11p.m., 11 p.m. to -7 a.m.). The salary starts at $31,000 per year, with access to various health benefits. Interested candidates should contact Police Communications Operator Supervisor Pam Bryant or Lieutenant Randy Stephens at 410-535-1400. Theft: On Jan. 14 at 2:41 p.m., Corporal Stern responded to the 1700 block of Sollers Wharf Rd. in Lusby for a reported theft. The victim arrived home to find the suspect stealing metal scaffolding from the property. The suspect fled the scene but was located by Troopers and was identified as Steven K. Jameson, 27 of Mechanicsville. Charges are pending for theft and trespassing. Burglary: On Jan. 16 at 7:08 p.m., Trooper First Class West responded to the 9700 block of H. G. Trueman Rd. in Lusby for a reported burglary. Suspects broke a basement window to gain access into the residence. Items in the bedroom were disturbed but nothing was removed from the residence. Investigation continues. Possession of Marijuana: On Jan. 18 at 3:44 pm, Trooper S. Lewis stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Route 4 at Duke St. in Prince Frederick. An odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle and search revealed that the driver, Ruben A. Soto, 21 of Chesapeake Beach, was in possession of marijuana.

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Two Fatal Crashes on Calvert Roads By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Calvert law enforcement is investigating two separate vehicle accidents resulting in fatalities. The first occurred at the intersection of Route 4 and German Chapel Road in Port Republic around 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 15 Witnesses state a 1997 Mercedes Benz driven by Sheryl Marie Jones-Alu, 60, of Solomons began to spin out of control when it crossed into the passing lane on Route 4. By the time it got to German Chapel Road, the vehicle crossed the grass median and sped into southbound traffic, colliding with a 2013 Jeep Wrangler driven by Donte Maurice Waters, 35, of Port Republic. He had a passenger. Jones-Alu died on the scene, the other two were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Three days later on Jan. 18, around 8:30 p.m., state troopers

responded to Buena Vista Road at the intersection of Gott Road where they discovered a 1995 Nissan truck, driven by 68-year-old Guillermo Zambrano of Prince Frederick, had suddenly left the road and crashed into a tree. Zambrano was wearing his seat belt but died of his injuries, according to police, who don’t believe alcohol or drugs were involved. Neither of the drivers appeared to have been operating their vehicles in a reckless manner, according to Lt. Randy Stephens, commander of the Prince Frederick barracks. The first accident “appears to be weather related,” Stephens said. “It was raining pretty hard that evening.” Stephens add, “With Mr. Zambrano, we don’t know what happened. He knew the road, he’d driven it many times.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

Thursday, January 24, 2013

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.

Theft Case

Someone stole a 3 ton heat pump, a gas powered Homelite blower and two 5-gallon gas cans, valued at $1,120, from the yard and shed of a home in the 11200 block of Sitting Bull Trail in Lusby between Dec. 24, 2012 and Jan. 14. DFC R. Weems is investigating.

Theft Case

Sometime between Jan. 11 and 14, someone stole two catalytic converters from two vehicles parked at a business on Keith Lane in Owings. The converters are estimated to be worth $5,000. DFC A. Locke is investigating.

Theft Case

Another catalytic converter was stolen off of a vehicle parked near a business on Keith Lane in Owings during the same timeframe. The loss is estimated at $2,400. DFC Locke is also investigating this theft.

Burglary Case

Someone entered a home in the 4400 block of Woodview Lane in Prince Frederick overnight between Jan. 15 and 16 and stole checks and currency that were in a purse. The homeowner was in bed and heard her dog barking but didn’t get up to investigate. Cpl. J. McCarroll is investigating.

Car Ignited in Dunkirk By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Burglary Case

State Fire Marshals have not arrested anyone for a car intentionally set on fire on Jan. 22 around 2:40 a.m. Unidentified suspects used a flammable liquid and cloth to ignite a 2009 Honda Acura, which was abandoned on Cedarwood Lane in Dunkirk, according to investigators. Seven firefighters were able to control the blaze that began in the passenger compartment. The estimated loss was estimated at $18,500. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is asked to call the State Fire Marshal’s Office for the Southern Region at 443-550-6831. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Someone burglarized a home in the 700 block of Crazy Horse Trail in Lusby sometime between Jan. 9 and 16 and stole $1,050 worth of jewelry. Dep. J. Brown is investigating.

CDS Violation Case

On Jan. 16 at 5:55 p.m. a citizen reported that occupants of a vehicle in the parking lot at the Lusby Food Lion appeared to be smoking suspected drugs. DFC J. Morgan and DFC W. Wells responded and made contact with the occupants. Aaron Jay Wesley-Moran, 20 of Waldorf, Lucas Wade Robinson, 21, Kenneth John Cratty, Jr., 22, and Travis David Williams, 21, all of Lusby, were each cited for possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia: a glass smoking device. Wesley-Moran was also served with an open Calvert County warrant.

Theft Case

Someone stole a $1,500 catalytic converter from a vehicle parked at the Sunderland Park and ride on Jan. 17 during the daytime. Dep. M. Quinn is investigating.

Burglary Case

Someone burglarized a home in the 11000 block of Poplar Drive in Lusby sometime between Dec. 15, 2012 and Jan. 16. The door appeared to have been kicked in but nothing was taken. DFC W. Wells is investigating.

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Burglary Case

A home in the 7300 block of Stone Court in St. Leonard was burglarized sometime be-

tween Jan. 4 and 16, taking $2,480 worth of jewelry was stolen. Dep. L. Wood is investigating.

CDS Violation

On Jan. 17 near midnight, DFC R. Kreps conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Md. Rt. 4 and Cherry Hill Road in Huntingtown. He arrested the driver, Marguerite Lorraine Hangliter, 48 of Huntingtown, Marguerite Hangliter and charged her with possession of a schedule IV drug; Alprazolam, possession of a schedule I drug; Heroin, and two counts of possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a pill bottle and a straw.

CDS Violation

On Jan. 19 at 2:17 a.m. Cpl. A. Moschetto conducted a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle on Md. Rt. 4 at Southern Connector Blvd. in Lusby. He cited the driver, Anthony Luis Romero, 18 of Columbia, Md., for possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a pipe.

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On Jan. 19 at 5:18 p.m., after stopping a vehicle for a suspected drunk driver, Cpl. A. Moschetto arrested the driver and two passengers on drug violations. The driver, Nicholas Walter Davis, 21 of Dunkirk, was charged Nicholas Davis with possession of a schedule I drug; synthetic Marijuana/Spice/ K2, possession of a schedule II drug; Oxycodone, possession of a schedule IV drug; Klonopin, possession of controlled paraphernalia; a hypodermic syNicholas Soldo ringe, and two counts of possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a hose clamp/pill grinder and a red pipe. Nicholas Robert Soldo, 22 of Linden, Va., was charged with possession of a schedule I drug; synthetic Marijuana/Spice/K2, possession of a schedule IV drug; Klonopin, possession of controlled paraphernalia; a hypodermic syringe and two counts of possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a homemade foil smoking device and a hose clamp/ pill grinder. A fifteen-year-old female from Front Royal was charged on a youth report with possession of Klonopin and possession of synthetic Marijuana/Spice/K2 and released to a relative.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

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Students Headed to Court By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Patuxent High School Students will gain first hand experience with law and the court system through a mock trial program. Nancy Crosby, in her fifth year as the teacher-sponsor, said this year’s team has all new members since last year’s seniors graduated and no juniors returned. Schools participate in the Citizenship Law-Related Education Program, established in 1975, to promote lawrelated education in public and private schools, according to the organization’s website. While Patuxent’s first mock trial is Jan. 29, students received a packet of case information in November. Preparation for the trial comes with several disadvan-

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tages: inexperienced team members, student extracurricular activities and their attorney coach Jennifer Dill’s schedule. Before receiving their materials, Dill, an attorney with Ferrante & Dill, met with the students. They discussed procedures, submitting evidence into record and courtroom decorum. Previously she served as a mock trial judge, but this year she became a coach to refresh her skills and become involved with teens, she explained. Instead of jury trials, the students present bench trials, Crosby said. This year’s trial involves a defendant accused of dog fighting. She said students quickly decided he was guilty, but upon reading the information they found circumstantial evidence opened to interpretation. Cases do not have a pre-determined outcome, Crosby said. Senior Emily Whitall joined to learn “to not be ar-

gumentative, but to prove a point about a serious problem in the real world Students learn the integral role that the law plays in their lives while at the same time gaining an understanding of, and appreciation for, a constitutional form of government through programs such as the MSBA High School Mock Trial Competition, Law Links Internship, and Baltimore City Teen Court, the website states. The mock trial is an opportunity for students to increase listening, speaking, reading and reasoning skills; to promote communication and cooperation between the high school community and the legal profession; and, to heighten both appreciation for academic studies and consciousness of law-related careers. For more information, visit www.clrep.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Register for Free Financial Aid Workshops at CSM Jan. 27 College Staff to Assist Students, Parents in Meeting March 1 Maryland Deadline College of Southern Maryland staff will be available to assist students and parents filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at the La Plata Campus during two sessions between 12 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 27. The free workshop is provided as a service to people in the tri-county region who are seeking financial assistance for tuition at CSM or any educational institution for the 2013-14 academic year. “The FAFSA form is not difficult to fill out, but a misunderstanding or miscalculation can significantly impact a student’s eligibility for financial aid,” said CSM Financial Assistance Department Director Christian Zimmermann, who added that attendees should come prepared with information to fill out the form with assistance from CSM staff. Prior to the event, attendees should obtain a pin number and complete a pre-application worksheet through www.fafsa.ed.gov and bring student and parent records such as social security numbers, 2012 federal income tax returns, 2012 W-2 statements and untaxed income records such as Social Security,

child support and veteran’s benefits. Due to rising educational costs and the state of the economy, Zimmermann has seen a significant increase in the numbers of FAFSA applications over the past three years. CSM has seen 56 percent more FAFSA applications submitted between the 2009-10 and 2011-12 academic years. In addition, the number of students at CSM receiving financial aid has increased by 40 percent, from 2,983 in the 2008-09 academic year to 4,163 in the 2011-12 academic year. According to a report in U.S. News & World Report, “Although students have until June 30, 2013 to complete the form, the U.S. Department of Education states that the FAFSA includes a few first-come, firstserved federal student aid programs. Therefore, if students wait to complete the form, they may not be able to take advantage of these valuable opportunities.” To avoid missing out on first-come, first-served federal student aid programs and to meet early state deadlines, students should complete their FAFSA forms sooner rather

than later. Maryland’s deadline is March 1, 2013. “Not all scholarships with the CSM Foundation are need-based, however, CSM does require all students to complete a FAFSA as a part of the scholarship application process,” said CSM Development Director Martina Arnold, who added that Feb. 4 through May 31 the online Scholarship Finder will be active for students applying for 2013-14 academic year scholarships. FAFSA workshops will be held from 12 to 2 p.m. and from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Francis P. Chiaramonte, Maryland Center for Science and Technology (ST) Building on the La Plata Campus. To register, send an email to fadasst@csmd.edu or call 301-934-7531 and press “0” to speak with a representative. For information on financial aid at CSM, visit www. csmd.edu/Financial/apply.html. For information on CSM’s Scholarship Finder, visit www.csmd.edu/Financial/scholarships/index.html.

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New Streamlined Governmental Contract Process WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration, in conjunction with the White House’s Presidential Innovation Fellows, today launched a “beta” (pilot) version of RFP-EZ, a new online marketplace that streamlines the government contracting process, making it simpler for small businesses to find and bid on low-dollar contracts from federal agencies. The new program allows the government to source low-cost, highimpact solutions from innovative tech companies. A limited number of low-dollar contracts through RFP-EZ are now available at www.rfpez. sba.gov. If successful, the pilot will be expanded to include more contracts for a more diverse group of innovative startups. “The federal government gets access to the most innovative startups, helping us lower costs and get more bang for the dollars we spend,” said Sean Greene, SBA’s Associate Administrator for Investment and Innovation. “The small businesses get access to the largest customer in the world. It’s a win-win.” RFP-EZ also will enable the federal government to secure better and less expensive products and services, saving taxpayer dollars and improving results delivered. “The government procurement process can be complicated and intimidating, but the streamlined process helps save significant amounts of time for all types of business, especially high-growth startups,” said Regional Administrator Natalia Olson-Urtecho. “RFP-EZ represents a unique opportunity for innovative startups in the Mid-Atlantic region and across the nation to easily access the federal government marketplace and, in turn, help fuel job growth throughout the country.” By simply creating a company profile on the beta site, each small business can search and bid for contracts relevant to its skill set. A small business can easily search for an opportunity, see a statement of work, and bid all within the RFP-EZ web interface. The Presidential Innovation Fellows program launched in August 2012, pairs top innovators from the private sector, non-profits and academia with top innovators in government to collaborate on solutions that aim to deliver significant results. RFP-EZ is the first of five highimpact projects assigned to the fellows aimed at supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses and the economy, while significantly improving how the Federal Government serves the American people. The fellows who were picked to work with SBA and BusinessUSA to develop RFP-EZ were Clay Johnson, best-selling author, open government technologist and entrepreneur from Washington, DC; Jed Wood, interaction designer, web developer, and entrepreneur from Chicago, IL, and Adam Becker, web developer and co-founder of civic engagement startup GovHub from Oakland, CA. The other Presidential Innovation Fellow projects included: MyGov, Open Data Initiatives, Blue Button for America and The 20 Percent Initiative. To learn more about the fellowship and the projects, please visit: www.whitehouse.gov/innovationfellows. BusinessUSA is a Presidential initiative designed to make it easier for small businesses and entrepreneurs to access federal services and other resources. To learn more visit: www.business.usa.gov.

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New Chamber Executive Making Changes By Sarah Miller Staff Writer In her first three months as the director of the Chamber of Commerce, Carolyn Hart actively sought business owners’ input. The results of a survey and phone calls include moving the Chocolate Lovers Affair to a warmer time of year and bringing back the small business expo. When Hart stepped into her position with the Calvert Chamber of Commerce Oct. 15, 2012, she went through the chamber’s roster to gather opinions on the direction of the chamber. She sent out a survey and hosted an open house in December. “I want to be available and accessible,” she said. “I’m used to people walking through my door.” One change made at the suggestion of chamber members was to eliminate the entry fee for business after hours. Meetings will highlight board members, who will be asked to address other chamber members. “They do a lot of work and should be showcased,” Hart said. She has no plans to delete events, but intends

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to change some chamber staples. The Chocolate Lovers Affair will be later in the year. The Mini Expo will be brought back between August and November. The dates for both events are yet to be determined, but the expo will be open to members and non-members alike. She said it will be “completely changed” from pervious formats. The chamber will host a networking breakfast on March 14 at 8:30 a.m. at the SpringHill Suites in Prince Frederick. She said attendees will give a “30 second elevator speech” about their business. In addition to hosting events, Hart said the chamber advocate for members, and the most recent cause has been electric signs. Working with the county, Hart said she has been studying the issue and associated concerns. The chamber and the county are still studying the issue, but whether electronic signs are allowed or remain banned will have a large effect on the business community. For more information, visit www.calvertchamber.org or call 410-535-2577. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2 Just after the first of the year, I attended the MACO conference where county elected officials received briefings on what to expect from the legislature in this now current Legislative Session. Then, just before the opening of the Legislative Session on Jan. 9th, I attended a legislative breakfast sponsored by the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce where questions and comments were fielded by Maryland State Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller, State Senator Roy Dyson, Maryland House of Delegates Minority Leader Anthony O’Donnell, and State Delegate Mark Fisher. I also attended the annual legislative dinner hosted by the Calvert County Farm Bureau, where legislative issues directly related to farmers are discussed. Senator Dyson, who is a small businessperson in St. Mary’s County, talked about the financial difficulties of remaining in business. He also wants funding for the Thomas Johnson Bridge. Senator Miller spoke about the fact that Maryland is a wealthy state thus we can contribute more through higher taxes. Delegates O’Donnell and Fisher talked

about how many are suffering and cannot pay more. Delegate Fisher distributed a lengthy list of tax, toll, and fee increases passed by the legislature in both the 2012 special session and the 2012 regular session, in 2011, and in the 2007 special session, which passed the largest tax increase in Maryland’s history. They add up. So which is it? Are we wealthy and can pay more in both state and local taxes? Remember that the teachers’ pensions were passed down to the counties by the legislature last year in a phased approach with the expectation that counties could raise taxes to cover the additional expenditures, if we agreed with Senator Miller that we are wealthy and can pay more. Or have you worked hard and played by the rules with the expectation that you could get ahead, not pay more taxes? I hear from constituents all the time that they cannot afford to pay more. Higher gasoline taxes are on the legislative agenda. Gasoline taxes hit those of us who live in the more rural areas of the state the hardest, yet much of the transportation revenues go to fund mass transit in the urban areas, which benefits a very small proportion of the state’s population. Gasoline taxes, as Delegate O’Donnell pointed out, raise the cost of living because the cost of transporting goods, services, and even food throughout the economy is higher. Those costs are passed on

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to the consumer, who is also paying more to buy gas to get to work and back. I could list a myriad of details supporting both sides of the opposing views of raising taxes vs. controlling spending. Which is it for you? Raise taxes or control spending on the state and county level? Or how about controlling spending before raising taxes is considered? Many of us are not getting raises and our income is not increasing. Many of us have lost or are losing employment. I heard about 20 employees losing their jobs in Calvert County this week. Food pantries are inundated with those who are working, but cannot stretch their budgets to cover food. Meanwhile, the cost of goods and services is steadily rising. Can you work hard, play by the rules, and still get ahead while paying more in taxes? Or are you finding it tougher and tougher to make ends meet? This basic difference in values: whether you should pay more or whether you should keep more is where we find ourselves, and behind this dichotomy is the role of a county commissioner. Is there a way to continue to do it all with less? Property tax assessments in the second district of Calvert County just declined again, equating to less money coming in, while the teachers’ pension phase-in equates to more money going out, yet the demands for more spending continue to escalate. Stay tuned as we do our very best to represent you.

How to Power Up the Nutrition in Your Food By Debra Meszaros CSN www.MXSportsNutrition.com Can we actually take any food and turn it into a perfect food? In our quick paced world, it is often difficult to find adequate time to prepare all our meals from scratch. But there are a few simple add-ons to recipes and prepared foods that can greatly increase their nutritional value. Learn the tricks of nutrient enhancement and healthy eating becomes simple. Some view breakfast as the most boring meal of the day, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Protein powders can easily be placed into your recipe for pancakes or waffles. Utilizing a vanilla flavored powder adds, not only flavor, but as much as 20 grams of protein to a standard pancake recipe. Just simply add one to two scoops of vanilla flavored

protein powder to your pancake or waffle mix. One of my favorite combos with pancakes is 100 percent pure maple syrup; but taking your maple syrup and mixing it 50/50 with either organic extra virgin coconut oil or flax oil, adds the energizing, metabolism boosting powers of these oils in a true tasty fashion. Don’t be afraid to also add grass-fed butter to the equation. These quality fats will keep you going with sustained energy until lunchtime. Additionally, tossing in the tiny but mighty flaxseed to your pancake or waffle mix supports your heart, cellular, vascular, and blood sugar health. Add them all and I call these Power Pancakes. Eggs are absolutely natures’ perfect food. The egg in its complete form (white and yolk), contains a perfect balance of nutrition for the

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vorite greens that it becomes a top choice for versatility and health. Replacing the bread of your sandwich or sub with a bed of lettuce cuts out the simple, weight gaining carbs and adds a broad range of nutrition. You can take the ingredients to your favorite sub and simply chop them up and toss it into your lettuce base. An example would be a Reuben sandwich, chop up that corned beef or pastrami, cheese, sauerkraut, pickles, and Thousand Island dressing. You’d be amazed how good it is. When it comes to soup and salads, nothing beats them for being the most versatile. Packing in nutrition with either is very easy. Flax seed, Chia seed, hemp hearts, and sea vegetable sprinkles are easy add-ons. Chia seeds alone are said to have two times the protein of any other seed or grain, five times the calcium of milk, two times the amount of potassium than a banana, three times more iron than spinach, and three times the anti-oxidant strength of blueberries!! Not bad for a little seed. Just a tablespoon of your favorite seed or nut to your salad gives an additional nutritional punch. When it comes to nutrition, the small things you do at each meal, can add up big time by the end of your day. Closing the day in a healthy way…. After a hard day of activity, your body clock is ready to prepare you for replenishing, rejuvenation, and repair. Dinner should be relaxing and not rushed. Hopefully you’ve eaten adequately during the day to avoid over-eating at dinnertime. Try to also avoid sugar-based foods in the evening hours, as for many this disrupts the sleep cycle. The rejuvenation and repair your body has planned for you while you sleep is dependent on protein; be sure protein is part of this meal. Sprouted brown rice, quinoa, beans and legumes added to soups, whether homemade or store bought, add fiber

and nutrients. Similar to breakfast, adding a tablespoon of some of your favorite veggies to your salad is beneficial. There are also huge benefits to creating your own salad dressings; for the most part homemade salad dressings are quick to make and are healthier. Almost every common store bought salad dressing is made with inferior oils. Most commonly, you’ll find soybean and canola oil as the main base in most dressings. Corn and soybean oil are usually genetically modified oils, which many believe to be unhealthy. Simply switching that oil to olive oil and you create a much healthier choice of dressing. If you still feel you cannot prepare your own dressing, here’s a simple trick that’s the next best thing; drain the existing oil out of the store bought dressing and replace it with your olive oil. If stir-frying is a favorite, try frying with coconut oil, it adds quality fats to the diet. Even a pinch of your favorite herbs added to anything, has qualities the body can utilize. So experiment, because doing a pinch here, and adding this there, means you’re on your way to powering up your food! ©2013 Debra Meszaros MXSportsNutrition.com. All rights reserved; no duplication without permission. DISCLAIMER: When you read through the diet and lifestyle information, you must know that everything within it is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional. I am making no attempt to prescribe any medical treatment. You should not use the information here for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. The products and the claims made about specific products have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Confirm the safety of any supplements with your M.D., N.D. or pharmacist (healthcare professional). Some information given is solely an opinion, thought and or conclusion based on experiences, trials, tests, assessments or other available sources of information. I do not make any guarantees or promises with regard to results. I may discuss substances that have not been subject to double blind clinical studies or FDA approval or regulation. You assume the responsibility for the decision to take any natural remedy. You and only you are responsible if you choose to do anything with the information you have read. You do so at your own risk. I encourage you to make your own health decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.

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Hospice Care Allows Death with Dignity

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“They treated my mother like she was their mother,” said Mary-Ann Hill of the care her mother received at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. Mary-Ann’s mother “Willie” passed away in July. After in-home care was no longer viable, Willie spent the final two weeks of her life in the hospice house. They were reluctant at first, MaryAnn said. Her mother did not want to be in a nursing home, and Mary-Ann wanted to respect her wishes. A social worker with Calvert Hospice explained what hospice provides and why it was the right choice for the Hill’s situation. Based upon her personal experience Mary-Ann and her husband, Doug Hill, ABC 7 News meteorologist, accepted the honorary chairmen position for this year’s fundraising campaign. The hospice house, three months into its annual campaign, needs an additional $192,000, said Director of Development Linda Gottfried. While successful, the Festival of Trees fundraiser does not cover the $400,000 budget for house. The full Calvert Hospice’s budget is approximately $3.5 million, said Executive Director Brenda Laughhunn. Medicare and other insurance companies pay 90 percent of the cost. What insurance doesn’t pay, individuals pay on a sliding scale. Nobody in need is turned away, Laughhunn said. If an individual is uninsured or has no means to pay for care, she said Calvert Hospice absorbs the cost for treating them. This year, Calvert Hospice fundrais-

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ing campaign is focused on 512 individuals, families or businesses giving $375 or more. Laughhunn said so far 184 of the 25,000 households in Calvert have responded to letters asking for support. “We’re going to create some buzz about the 512.”

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The hospice house has six patient rooms, community areas for families to relax, a dining room and full kitchen, play areas for children and a meditation room for quiet reflection and memorial services. When entering the hospice house, Doug doesn’t sense people are dying. Hospice workers made it okay for the Hills to go on with their lives and take care of what needed to be done, MaryAnn said. The night before her mother died, Mary Ann received a call from the hospice house with an update on her condition. While Mary-Ann was ready to get up and go right to the house, the social worker told her there would be time in the morning. When they arrived, MaryAnn found someone had been with her mother around the clock, telling her the family was on their way. Mary-Ann and Doug told her they were there and they loved her, then stepped out for a moment to take a phone call and get a cup of coffee. During the short time she was alone, Willie died. Individuals sign a “do not resuscitate” form when entering hospice, MaryAnn said. For an individual suffering from a chronic illness, continually resuscitating them can be “cruel and insensitive,” Doug said. The purpose of hospice is to make the end of life as meaningful and comfortable as possible. Calvert Hospice offers bereavement services for children, teens and adults.

An unofficial policy discourages individuals from volunteering for hospice within a year of their loved one’s death, Laughhunn said. When the Hills approached her wanting to volunteer, she said she hesitated before offering the position of honorary chairmen for the fundraising campaign. His status as chief meteorologist with ABC7/WJLA-TV and his family’s connections in the community could be useful in persuading individuals to join the 512 in donating to hospice, Doug said. “We wanted to what we could as long as we could,” Mary-Ann said. This year, the Hills’ role is “behind the scenes,” Mary-Ann said. She intends to “get involved in a more direct capacity” in coming years, possibly by helping plan and implement large-scale fundraising events. Doug hopes their involvement in Calvert Hospice can raise awareness of what the group can offer. “It’s more than just a place to die,” he said, citing the doctors, nurses, councilors, social workers and volunteers available to families and patients 24 hours per day, seven days a week.

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Laughhunn said a common misconception is entering hospice care means giving up. Aggressive treatment drains a person, and can sometimes be as much a problem as the illness. Some individuals “no longer fail to thrive” under pain treatment, talking to

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social workers, lawyers and even spiritual care and can be released from hospice care because they are getting better, Laughhunn said. Hospice does play a role in endof-life care, Laughhunn said. 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. Laughhunn, a registered nurse, was touched by hospice early in her adult life. Her mother had cancer and, when curative treatment failed, she entered hospice care. After her mother’s death, Laughhunn began working with hospice facilities to offer the same care to others. Before living in Maryland, Laughhunn worked in Illinois, Virginia, Hawaii and Oregon. Her husband was a chaplain in the Air Force, and wherever they landed she would work with a local hospice center. Gottfried stepped into her position seven months ago, shortly after Laughhunn. The organization has recently gone through transition and restructuring, Laughhunn said. She has helped eliminate redundant roles and stream-

lined the entry process for patients. Calvert Hospice can serves 40 patients a day. During 2012, Calvert Hospice has served 345 individuals. On average, hospice care costs $135 per person per day, Gottfried said. Calvert Hospice will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2014. A volunteer board has governed the non-profit organization since its inception, Laughhunn said. The hospice house opened in 2010. Getting funds to build the house was the easy part, Laughhunn said. “It’s not quite so romantic to keep it going,” she said. Hospice will touch every life, either by entering hospice care or by having a loved one in hospice care, Laughhunn said. Because so much funding comes from Medicare and insurance companies with similar provisions, increased demand for hospice care will normally correlate with increased funding. Increased demand will mean more need for benevolent care to take care of uninsured persons. For more information about hospice programs and services call 410535-0892 or visit www.calverthospice. org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net Honorary Chairmen Doug and Mary-Ann Hill

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Young Volunteer Moves Museum to Future By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

At the age of 8 years old, Caroline Garrett is the youngest volunteer at the Bayside History Museum. Since she started coming in with her aunt, she has learned how to acquire artifacts from individuals and storeowners. On Saturdays, Garrett is helping Grace Mary Brady and the rest of the museum volunteers prepare the new location for a May opening. Garrett began coming in with Brady when she was 4. “I was bored at my house because there’s nothing to do but bother my brothers,” Garrett said. With the museum moving to a larger location next door, taking over the former community center, Garrett has been assembling mannequins, sweeping floors and helping put exhibits together. Garrett looks forward to helping in the in the new gift shop. She will continue her job as the official greeter during museum events while her brother plays piano. In the future, Garrett intends to design exhibits. In her exhibit, Garrett would highlight famous small shops in North Beach, such as the candy shop, using menus, old chairs and other odds and ends. The establishment is entirely volunteer run, from the board to the exhibit designers. Amy Plumer worked with the historical society before the museum opened. She said beach communities are “like little time capsules,” and their history should be preserved. Hilary Dailey came to the museum from the Smithsonian. When she had children, she decided to Photos by Sarah Miller stay at home with them. She began volunteering in Garrett cleans up during the move to the new museum. 2005, offering the museum her expertise in childhood education and design. Garrett’s display would be in line with the rest of the museum. The museum Tell the world how you feel. is home to an extensive colSend a message in our lection of memorabilia from Valentines section to someone special on February 14th. North Beach, Chesapeake Beach and surrounding communities. Its mission is “… to provide all citizens with an understanding of the role

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Annie Catterton, 88 Annie Elizabeth Catterton, 88, a resident of South River Health and Rehabilitation in Edgewater, Md. for the past year and a half, and a longtime resident of Lothian, Md., passed away Jan. 14 at her residence. Elizabeth was born Feb. 11, 1924 in Calvert County to Percy and Nellie (Dove) Chaney. She lived in Friendship and attended the former Friendship School. She later lived in Bristol, now part of Lothian, and married Norman Henry Catterton. They lived in Bristol where Elizabeth was primarily a homemaker. Mr. Catterton passed away in 1978. Elizabeth was a member of the South County Senior Center in Edgewater, where she enjoyed working in the kitchen and loved serving lunch. She also enjoyed playing bingo, taking senior bus trips, and spending time with her family. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband Norman; a son Clarence James Carnell; brothers Charles, Lee, Roy and Malcolm Chaney, and by sisters Dorothy Burke and Edna Ballard. She is survived by a daughter Evelyn M. Tucker of Lothian, a son N. Eddy Catterton and wife Jeanine of Crownsville, and grandchildren Julie Collinsworth of Harwood, James Tucker of Edgewater, Paula Carnell of Crisfield, Md. and Phillip Carnell of Englewood, Fla.. Also surviving are twelve great-grandchildren; three greatgreat-grandchildren; a sister Shirley Cranford of Fla. and a brother Franklin Chaney of High Point, N.C. Friends were received on Jan. 19 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings. A memorial celebration of Elizabeth’s life followed. Interment at Southern Memorial Gardens will be at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 455 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401. For information or to leave condolences visit www. rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Boots Conner, 87 LeRoy Norfolk “Boots” Conner, 87 of Charlotte Hall, Md. passed away on Jan.14 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, Charlotte Hall, Md. He was born on Sept. 4, 1925 in Adelina, Md. to the late Harry D. Conner and Elizabeth V. Wood Conner.

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her husband Charles Dowell, of Dowell, Md. on March 11, 1933 and they resided in Dowell, Md. Charles passed Jan. 7, 1986 and Velma maintained their home in Dowell. Velma was preceded in death by all 10 of her siblings. She is survived by five children: Arvin Dobson in S.C., Shirley Catanzarite in Ohio, Vashti Fraser in Fla., Charles (Buckie) Dowell, in Md. and Velma “Jeannie” Franklin in Md. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren. During their lives together Charles and Velma operated numerous businesses including a general store, a movie theater, provided custom farming and general truck and tractor services and Velma raised their 5 children. Velma was the Post Mistress for the Dowell Post Office from 1956 to 1969, when she retired. Velma was laid to rest on Jan. 9 in compliance with her wishes. There is no formal service scheduled at this time; however, the family is planning a celebration of her life to be held on or near July 7 in her remembrance. The family request that any memorial contributions should be made in her name to the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department.

Richard Garner, 86 Richard Nelson Garner, age 86, of Chesapeake Beach, Md. passed away at home on Jan. 20. Richard was born July 26, 1926 in Washington, D.C. to Guy Nelson and Ruth Ramona (Archer) Garner. He grew up in North East and attended Coolidge High School and was on the track team. He received his parents’ permission to join the Navy on July 22, 1944. Richard was stationed on transport ships serving in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. He was discharged June 8, 1946. After his discharge he attended and graduated from Veterans High School in 1947. He then went to work as a machinist at Bolling Air Force Base. Richard was married to Patricia Bratton on July 3, 1948 in Assumption Catholic Church, Washington, D.C. In Feb. 1959, Richard and Lois Moore were married at Seat Pleasant Methodist Church. In 1950, Richard went to work as an auto glazer for Ace Auto Glass in Washington, retiring in July 1988. He was and avid Washington Redskins fan and enjoyed swimming, tinkering around the house and traveling to Florida to visit relatives. Richard was preceded in death by his wives Patricia and Lois Garner and two stepdaughters Patty Hoffman and Janice King. Surviving are a daughter Denise Treece and her husband Jeff of Hopewell, Pa.; a son Richard N. “Rick” Garner Jr. and his wife Wendy of Federalsburg, Md.; a stepson Roy Hoffman Jr. and wife Delores of Mechanicsville; eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Graveside services and interment will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com

Jim Gibson, 73 James David “Jim” Gibson, 73 of Lusby, Md., formerly of Upper Marlboro, Md., passed away on Jan. 13 at his residence. He was born on June 20, 1939 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late David Gibson and Frances Legan Gibson. Jim was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He worked as an Operating Engineer for Union Local #99, for 40 years until his retirement in 1999. Jim was a very giving person and had a love for life. His world revolved around his grandson. He loved the water, boating and music. We will remember Jim mostly by his exuberant personality and his ability to light up a room. Jim is survived by his extremely caring, loving and devoted wife Elizabeth “Betty” Greenwell Gibson of 47 years; son Theodore Yates Jr. of Harwood, Md.; grandson Theodore Yates III First Class Petty Officer, USN and his wife Krista of Great Lakes, Ill.; great granddaughter Carly Yates; sister Carol and her husband Tony Globelnick of Englewood, Colo.; brother Keith and his wife Debra Gibson of Fla.; niece Nikki and her husband Gil Lizarraga of Colo. He is also survived by other nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. The family received friends on Jan. 18 at the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Lane, Lusby. A service celebrating his life was held on Jan. 19 in the Rausch Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Faith Lewis officiating. Interment followed the services in Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, Md. Those serving as pallbearers were Theodore Yates Jr., Theodore Yates III, Buddy Greenwell, Tony Lomax, Chris Boyle, and Brian Greenwell. Should friends desire contributions to be made in “Jim’s” memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 11240 Waples Mill Road, Suite 402, Fairfax, VA 22030 www.alz.org. For more information please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Frank Grice, 82 Frank T. Grice, 82, a lifelong resident of Takoma Park, Md. passed away Jan. 15 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. He was born June 27, 1930 in Washington, D.C. to Ralph and Elizabeth (Gibson) Grice. Frank was raised in Takoma Park and graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a bachelor’s degree. He married Ann Hall on June 7, 1952 and they made their home in Takoma Park. Frank was employed at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association in Washington, D.C., retiring as Chairman of the Classification Board. Frank was a member of St. James’ Parish in Lothian, and since 1959, he was a part-time resident of Deale, Md., where he kept several boats over the years. Frank loved fishing and cruising on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, and was also fond of watching old movie classics. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Ann, in 2002. He is survived by a daughter Betty Helms and husband Jim; a grandson Matthew Helms and wife Sharon and greatgrandsons Shane and Aidan Helms, all of Richmond, Va. Family and friends were received Jan.

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21 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where a funeral service and celebration of Frank’s life will follow. Interment followed follow at St. James’ Parish Cemetery, Lothian. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. For additional information or to leave condolences, visit www. rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Bob Hobbs, 74 Robert Wesley “Bob” Hobbs, PhD, age 74, of North Beach, Md. passed away peacefully Jan. 11 at his residence. Bob was born Jan. 28, 1938 in Chester, WV. to Sara (Caughey) and Harry Spivey Hobbs. He was raised in Chester and graduated from Chester High School. He received a bachelor’s in physics at Case Institute of Technology in Cleveland, Ohio in 1960, and then received his PhD in Astronomy at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich. He and his first wife Mary Ann McLaughlin came to the Washington, D.C. area in 1964 in order to work at Naval Research Laboratory. He went on to work at NASA Goddard where he met Bee DeLung. Bob and Bee married at Friendship United Methodist Church on June 7, 1980. He then went on to the aerospace company CTA where he worked on many projects including the Hubble Space Telescope. He retired at age 55 in 1992. Bob had a rich set of hobbies and interests. He was president of the Azalea Society of America from 1988 to 1990 and editor of The Azalean from 1988 to 1998. He loved keyboard instruments, including building a harpsichord in 1964 and reviving a wide range of other instruments from player pianos, a theater organ, several pianos, a clavichord, and a large church organ. He was a lifelong member of the Organ Historical Society (since 1964) and member of the Theater Organ Society, Musical Box Society, and Carousel Society. Bob was also deeply involved in his church and community. He was the organist at Friendship United Methodist Church from 1982 to 2009. He and his wife Bee also volunteered at SCAN food bank and continued to support local senior citizens after Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers dissolved. Bob is survived by his devoted wife Belinda L. “Bee” Hobbs of North Beach; a son James David Hobbs and wife Lisa of Washington, D.C.; a daughter Anne Marie Stallings and husband Joshua of Cheverly, Md. He is also survived by grandchildren Chloe Magnolia Hobbs and Astrid Lilac Hobbs, and Violet Sophia Stallings and Evan B. Stallings; a brother David Hobbs and wife Rose Marie of Belmont, Mass.; a niece Nedda Hobbs, M.D, also of Belmont and sisters- in –law Laura DeLung on San Francisco, Calif., Eva Kenner of Port Charlotte, Fla. and Sandra Kiernan of College Park, Md. Family and friends were received Jan. 15 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings. Services and a celebration of Bob’s life were held on Jan. 16 at Friendship U.M. Church, 22 W. Friendship Rd., Friendship, Md. Interment was in the church cemetery. A reception followed in the church fellowship hall. Expressions of sympathy in Bob’s name may be made to the Friendship UM Church Building Fund. For information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com

David Justice, 55 David Baker Justice, 55, of Port Republic, Md. passed away Jan. 14 in Prince Frederick, Md. He was born in Norfolk, Va. on July 1, 1957. David worked as a carpenter for many years and loved to build. He also ran an embroidery business called Biker Patchwork. David likes being on the water and riding his motorcycle. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Baker Justice, and is survived by his mother, Jacquline Justice of Lusby. He is also survived by his sister, Susan Dugan and her husband James, their children John Dugan and Stephanie Dugan, all of Garland, Texas. The family received friends at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, Md. on Jan. 17, where services were held on Jan. 18. Interment followed in Middleham Chapel Cemetery, Lusby, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice.

Beatrice Lamnin, 90 Beatrice Lamnin, 90, of Chesapeake Beach, Md. passed away on Jan. 19 in Prince Frederick, Md. She was born on May 20, 1922 to Sam and Helen Yalovitz Brooks. She is survived by daughter Jeri R. Coviello of Chesapeake Beach, Md. and she is also survived by her grandchildren Melissa and Lindsay Fox. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Lamnin and her daughter Sandra Loesser. Beatrice loved to pass the time by doing needlepoint, playing cards, and most of all spending time with her family. All services for Beatrice are to be private and were handled by the Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic, Md.

Angelina Nance, 42 Angelina Resea Nance, 42, of Leonardtown, Md. passed away on Jan. 12 at her residence. Angelina R. Nance was born Sept. 29, 1970 in St. Louis, Mo. to Dee Winfield. Angelina was raised primarily in Missouri and graduated in the top five percent of her high school class from Frankfurt American High School in Frankfurt, Germany. She then graduated Salutatorian in 2004 from Sojourner-Douglas College in Baltimore, Md. with an undergraduate degree in Business Management. Angelina completed her educational studies with a Masters Degree in Business Management from Va. in 2008. In early 2007, Angelina was promoted as Chief of Staff, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), 4.5 Avionics Department. By Oct. 2007 Angelina started her own business, Customized Management Solutions, as she continued her role as Chief of Staff. Angelina’s greatest accomplishment was on Aug. 23, 1996 when she gave birth to her daughter, Jasmine Marie. Angelina dedicated her life to loving, providing, and caring for her daughter who brought so much pride and joy to her life. When not juggling life as a mother and business professional, Angelina enjoyed travel-

ing, shopping, reading, volunteering and spending quality time with Jasmine, her friends and family. Angelina’s call for ministry was reflected by her outreach through her non-profit organization, Healing-Oasis Wellness Center, and her extensive volunteering at Christian organizations throughout Southern Maryland. She is survived by a daughter, Jasmine Marie; mother Denise Winfield; father Pastor Frederick Haynes (Janice); brothers LaMont, Patrick, and Phillip; grandmother Ernestine Johnson; uncle Vernon Buckner; aunt Annette Buckner, and an infinite number of people whose lives she blessed with her friendship. Memorial service was held on Jan. 17 at Greater Mt. Zion Church, Prince Frederick, Md. with Pastor Dante' King officiating. The interment was private. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick.

Florence Natiello, 89 Florence Genzel Natiello, age 89, of Huntingtown, Md. passed away Jan. 14 at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, D.C. She was born July 11, 1923 in Pigeon Grove, Ill. to Peter and Elsie (Woodard) Genzel. She was raised and received her education in Milford, Ill. Florence enlisted in the Navy on March 16, 1944 and was stationed at the Washington Navy Yard as a Communications Specialist. It was at the Navy Yard where she met Thomas E. Natiello. Florence was discharged from the Navy on Feb.19, 1946. Florence and Thomas were married Feb. 23, 1946 and they resided in Lyndhurst, N.J. Florence loved bingo and would drive a 15-passenger van to Trenton, N.J. and Pa. to play. Her husband, Thomas, passed away on April 6, 1985. Florence moved to Huntingtown with her daughter in 1991. While living in Huntingtown, Florence played bingo in Owings, Huntingtown and Charlotte Hall. She also enjoyed watching game shows and spending time with her family. Her favorite dessert and snack were chocolate cupcakes. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Ernest Natiello and two sons Gregory A. and James M. Natiello. She is survived by a daughter Linda J. Boyce of Huntingtown, Md.; a son Thomas L. Natiello of N.Y.; seven granddaughters, Lisa M. Boyce of Huntingtown, Cheri Boyce Shifflett and husband Larry of Huntingtown, Shelly and husband Joseph Jr. of N.J., Christy and husband Jason of Va., Michelle and Helene Natiello both of N.Y., and Melissa Brown and husband Jeff of Fla. Also surviving are twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held on Jan. 18 at Hillside Cemetery, Lyndhurst, N.J. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Bunny Oliver, 93 Charlotte Marie Bolgiano “Bunny” Oliver, 93, of Solomons, Md., formerly of Locust Grove, Va. passed away peacefully at her residence on Jan.11. She was born on Nov. 26, 1919 in

Baltimore, Md. to the late Ralph Bolgiano and Edith Flitton Bolgiano. She was the beloved wife to David Robert Oliver Sr., whom she married on Aug. 16, 1941 in Towson, Md. Bunny grew up in Towson, Md. and graduated from Baltimore Friends School in 1937. She went on to attend Swarthmore College, graduating in 1941 and became a schoolteacher with Fairfax County Va. Schools where she retired in June 1977. She moved to Asbury ~Solomons Retirement Community, Solomons, Md. in April 2004 from Lake of the Woods, Locust Grove, Va. Bunny was a member of AAUW, Stephens Minister, President of Women’s Club of Burlington, N.J. and she enjoyed sailing, quilting, Bible study, sewing, tennis, and swimming. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, David Robert Oliver Sr. of Solomons, Md.; children, Charlotte Diane Oliver Davies (Hugh) of Lusby, Md., David Robert Oliver Jr. (Gay) of Indian Head, S.C., Bruce Richard Oliver (Kristi) of Fairfax Station, Va., Elizabeth Anne Oliver Mariani of San Bernardino, Calif., and Michael Preston Oliver (Ilene) of Aurora, Colo.; 14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Ralph Bolgiano Jr. Pallbearers were Christopher Hugh Davies, David Robert Oliver III, Andrew Peter Bryce Oliver, James Richard Oliver, Thomas Ralph Davies, Timothy Bruce Oliver, and Matthew Burkhard Mariani. Funeral service was held on Jan.16 in Middleham Chapel, The Great Hall, Lusby, Md. with Rev. David Showers and Rev. Robert Stephenson officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family request memorial contributions to be made in Bunny’s memory to Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish, Calvert Hospice, and/ or Asbury Solomons Benevolent Fund.

Hazel Walker, 99 Hazel Laverne Walker, age 99, of Sunderland, Md. passed away Jan. 12 at her home. She was born Aug. 24, 1913 in Riverside, Calif. to William and Rena (Smith) Igou. She was raised and educated in Calif. Hazel married John Emil Walker Aug. 2, 1959 in Washington, D.C. Mr. Walker died May 5, 1995. Hazel owned and operated a restaurant in Md. until retiring. Hazel was a special woman who lived her life to the fullest. She enjoyed bingo, horse racing, and playing the slots at Midway in Del. Hazel enjoyed holidays and gatherings with her special friends that were her family. She loved telling jokes and the companionship of her chihuahua, Peanut. Hazel is survived by two daughters, Sharon G. Kelley of Calif. and Lisa Jan Walker-Singh of S.C.; a granddaughter Amerita Singh of S.C., and two sisters, Jean Harper of Ala. and Chris Wade of Ind.. Friends may call on Mon., Jan. 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings where services will be held Tues., Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham. For information or to leave condolences visit www. RauschFuneralHomes.com

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Tourism Department Cooks up Restaurant Week By Sarah Miller Staff Writer This time of year is perfect for a “backyard promotion.” Restaurant business slows down in during winter, according to Tourism Program Specialist Joyce Baki. Restaurant Week offers a chance to attract customers during the off-season. Calvert is the latest county across the country to host a restaurant week, planning a 10-day tribute to local eateries Feb. 1-10. After eating at a participating restaurant, customers will receive a response card. Anyone who fills out and returns a card will be included in a drawing for one of four prize packages on Jan. 17, according to Tourism Program Specialist Joyce Baki. Participating restaurants donated prizes, and Baki is working with hotel-based participants for weekend packages to add to the pot. Three hotels are associated with this year’s Restaurant Week – Holiday Inn in Solomons, Hilton Garden Inn in Lusby and Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa, Baki said. When planning restaurant week, Baki said the Department of Economic Development studied jurisdictions and

states with similar programs countrywide. Ocean City’s model was especially helpful, Baki said. Both locations have an assortment of restaurants, from national chains to locally owned “mom and pop” establishments. “I’ve always been amazed at the flavors and offerings in Calvert County,” Baki said. Restaurants include small businesses such as Captain Big’s, Anthony's Bar and Grill and Yo Mamma’s Chicken Wings and BBQ and chain restaurants such as Applebee's, Outback Steakhouse and IHOP. Specialty stores such as Blondie's Baking Company and Smoothie King will participate in the event. Baki was anticipating 15 restaurants to participate but more than 30 have expressed an interest

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or signed up. Each location will offer a special Restaurant Week menu in addition to their normal offerings. Restaurant owners design the menus to allow individuals to try new restaurants without breaking the bank, with all offerings raging from $5 to $30, “Maybe you can find a new favorite or just broaden your horizons,” Baki said. Restaurant week will be Feb. 1-10. For more information, including a list of all involved restaurants and menus, visit www.choosecalvert.com/restaurantweek. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Calvert Flying Through Vaccinations By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Despite the increased cases of influenza, the county has enough flu vaccine on hand, according to Dr. Larry Polsky, Calvert County’s Health Officer. “At the moment we probably think we’ll be OK,” Polsky said. “Hopefully most people have already been vaccinated.” The Calvert Gazette contacted Polsky to affirm or debunk rumors that the county did not have enough vaccines available. He said the county has nearly 400 doses on hand for residents but

could seek more in if necessary. Local health providers and Calvert Memorial Hospital are reporting an increased number of cases, but Polsky is not aware of any deaths or death related complications from the virus. An average of 36,000 people die each year in the United States from complications to influenza. The elderly, very young and those with medical compromised immune systems have the highest risk. Polsky said his department ordered more flu vaccines as soon as staff realized

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Prince Frederick Rotary Expands

Brenda Laughhunn, left, Tracy Vincent, Bryan Leslie, Club President Rich Fleming, and Spencer Taintor line up for a new member’s’ photo

Four new members recently joined the Rotary Club of Prince Frederick: Bryan Leslie, Spencer Taintor, Brenda Laughhunn and Tracy Vincent. Leslie is the Southern Maryland Area Executive for BB&T Bank; Taintor is the Head of the Calverton School; Laughhunn is the Executive Director of Calvert Hospice; and, Vincent was an active member of the Rotary Club of Northern Calvert County, serving as President until July of 2012. “We are delighted to have these four new and active members join us in serving our community through Rotary,” commented Rich Fleming, the club’s president. “All four have already distinguished themselves by their involvement and our club will be strengthened by their involvement in Rotary,” he concluded. The Rotary Club of Prince Frederick is the local affiliate of Rotary International, the oldest international service club. Rotary club members are business and professional leaders who volunteer in their communities and promote world understanding and peace. Rotary’s 31,000 clubs in more than 165 countries and regions encourage high ethical standards and carry out humanitarian projects to address such issues as poverty, health, hunger, education, and the environment. The worldwide eradication of polio has been Rotary’s flagship program. Working together with the United Nations, the World Health Organization, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, among others. The club also provided six scholarships to local students attending colleges, and provides dictionaries to each third grade student in Calvert County. The current president is Rich Fleming. The Rotary Club of Prince Frederick meets every Monday at Stoney’s in Prince Frederick. For further information, contact Dave Elkinton at 410-535-6139.

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CalvART: A Forum for Community Art Entertainment Calendar

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer In Calvert, entertainment is not limited to concerts and karaoke nights. For lovers of visual arts, the CalvART Gallery hosts a variety of 2D and 3D works. CalvART rents out space for local artists to sell and display their craft, highlighting work from a wide range of styles and media, from jewelry to paintings and photos to pottery. Students in the county have a chance to get their first taste of a professional showcase, and non-visual artists can find a place in the gallery during open mic nights. CalvART is a cooperative gallery affiliated with the Arts Council of Calvert County. The non-profit organization displays works from Southern Maryland artists. “It’s a retail art gallery,” said Executive Director Bill Chambers. A panel judges artwork submitted for consideration in the gallery. Currently, the co-op has 22 members. Six slots are still open. Artists take turns volunteering in the gallery during operating hours, sometimes working on projects when they’re not greeting customers. Coop artists pay rent for his or her display space and keep studio space out of the gallery. Artists occasionally collaborate on pieces in CalvART. Woodworker Dave Wardrup has created tops and bases for pottery by Ray Bogle. Collaborations allow artists to work outside the parameters of their comfort zone and sample different art forms, Wardrup said. Wardrup first joined the CalvART collaborative six years ago, and recently came back after a break. Monthly the Mary Beth Harry Art Studio, in the CalvArt Gallery, features student artwork from a different public or

Thursday, Jan. 24 • Dave and Kevin Trio Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m. • Karaoke, Trivia and Ladies Night Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m. • No Green Jelly Beenz Vera’s Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 8 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 25 • The Shatners Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m. • Dinner Theater – “Friends to the End” Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90 Alexander Lane, Solomons) – 6:30 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26, Feb. 1 and 2 Ray Bogle burns an image into wood.

private school said. Northern High School, Barstow Elementary and the College of Southern Maryland are among schools scheduled this year. CSM’s upcoming display in May will be the first time CalvART features a college, according to Chambers. “We need to recognize the cultural significance of art and encourage that at a young age,” Chambers said. Student shows offer wide exposure for student art and give students a chance to make money by selling works. Chambers said the council plans to expand the student gallery so more schools can participate during the year. “Frankly, I wish we had a gallery just for student art,” Chambers said. The council grants more than

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$20,000 to art teachers to fund programs and projects they could not normally afford, Chambers said. The amount requested was nearly $40,000 last year. Rent and fundraising make up 40 percent of the council’s budget. Money from the county and the Maryland State Arts Council make up the remaining 60 percent of the budget. Attracting more artists to fill the empty slots and hosting additional fundraisers would help the council to meet more need in the county, Chambers said. “It’s a very lean budget and most of it goes to grants.” The main gallery is “the most attractive in the state attached to an arts council,” Wardrup said. While similar galleries crowd as much art as possible in a small space, CalvART has space for individuals to stand back and study a piece before purchasing it. Everything on display at the gallery is available for purchase. The gallery features guest artists and different art forms every month. February will have a display dedicated to Black History Month. Additional programs include open mic poetry nights. The next open mic is with guest poet Carol Harvat on Feb. 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Harvat will share selections from “Recipes for Life”. The hors d’oeuvres served will reflect food she wrote about, according to Chambers. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

The CalvArt Gallery shows various art forms.

• Who’s Heather Band Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 26 • 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. • Hot Tub Limo Vera’s Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 9:30 p.m. • Kappa Danielson and Paul Larson The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 27 • 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 and 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 29 • Polar Bear Plunge Vera’s Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 1 p.m. • Acoustic Music Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 30 • Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 8 p.m.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

CLUES ACROSS 1. Point that is one point E of due S 4. Slithered 8. Brain and spinal cord (abbr.) 11. Direct the steering of a ship 13. Chops with irregular blows 15. Plural of hilum 16. Incline from vertical (geo.) 17. Simple word forms 18. Paddles 19. Roman garment 21. Meat skewers 23. Ethiopia (abbr.) 25. The cry made by sheep 26. Beatty-Benning movie 30. Concealed 33. Political action committee 34. High rock piles (Old English) 35. Scottish county (abbr.) 36. Goat and camel hair fabric 37. A very large body of water 38. Fabric stain 39. Israeli city ___ Aviv 40. Shoe’s underside 42. Military legal corps 43. Patti Hearst’s captors 44. Undecided 48. ‘__ death do us part

49. Supervises flying 50. Many headed monsters 54. Literary language of Pakistan 57. Halo 58. Hawaiian hello 63. Lubricants 65. Mild exclamation 66. Greek fresh-water nymph 67. Nickname for grandmother 68. A restaurant bill 69. Automaker Ransom E. 70. A young man

CLUES DOWN 1. Singular cardinals hypothesis 2. Small water craft 3. Opposite of ecto 4. The woman 5. Skeletal muscle 6. Devoid of warmth and cordiality 7. Decameter 8. Italian goodbye 9. Mediation council 10. Impudence 12. A desert in S Israel 14. Japanese seaport 15. Nob or goblin 20. Ingested

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22. Swiss river 24. Protects head from weather 25. Lava rock 26. Designer identifier 27. 34470 FL 28. Petrified ancient animal 29. Gas used in refrigeration 30. Journeys to Mecca 31. 8th month, Jewish calendar 32. Small indefinite quantity 33. Taps 41. Extremely high frequency 44. Iguanidae genus 45. From the Leaning Tower’s city 46. Cologne 47. Moses’ elder brother (Bible) 50. A minute amount (Scott) 51. Hindu name for 4 epochs 52. Faded and dull 53. Radioactivity unit 55. The face of a clock 56. The inner forearm bone 59. Tai language of the Mekong region 60. Embrocate 61. Possessed 62. Public promotions 64. Sorrowful

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Out&About Annmarie Garden: Jan. Events, Classes 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 410-326-4640 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 pre-schoolers, 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 410-3264640 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 410-326-4640. 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.

Long Standing Calendar • 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

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Community Events Friday, Jan. 25 • Dinner Theater – “Friends to the End” Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90 Alexander Lane, Solomons, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26, Feb. 1 and 2 The Alumni Players will perform comedymystery “Friends to the End.” The Dinner theatre will be catered. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the dinner and show begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $33 per person. For more information and reservations, call 410-326-3008. • Meatloaf Dinner American Legion Stallings-Williams (Post 206, Chesapeake Beach), 5:30 pm. – 7:00 p.m. Be on time for Chef Brenda’s World-Famous Meatloaf, which will be the focal point of this dinner served with all the trimmings for only $10 including a beverage. Hosted by the American Legion.

Saturday, Jan. 26 • Dinner Theater – “Friends to the End” Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90 Alexander Lane, Solomons, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26, Feb. 1 and 2 The Alumni Players will perform comedymystery “Friends to the End.” The Dinner theatre will be catered. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the dinner and show begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $33 per person. For more information and reservations, call 410-326-3008.

Sunday, Jan. 27 • Nature’s Explorers: Feeding Time Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary (2880 Grays Road, Prince Frederick,) 2 to 3:30 p.m. Attendees will feed turtles, watch as crickets disappear in the blink of an eye and see a snake swallow its prey whole. In addition, a hands-on activity will teach you how different bird beaks are designed for feeding on different foods. The animals aren’t the only ones who will eat; there will be snacks for children, too. This program is designed for kids ages 6 to 9. Adult participation is encouraged, but not required. Reservations are required. For more information, visit www.calvertparks.org. • 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 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 301 855-7477 for more information.

• CSM Financial Aid/ FAFSA Workshops College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata), 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. During this workshop, CSM staff will guide parents and students in financial assistance and must be submitted for students to be competitive for financial aid and scholarships at all academic institutions. Prior to event, attendees should obtain a pin number and complete a pre-application worksheet through FAFSA’s website, and bring student and parent records such as social security numbers and 2012 federal income tax returns. Register by email at fadasst@csmd.edu or call 301-934-7531 and press “0” to leave a message.

Monday, Jan. 28 • Affordable Care Act Forum SMECO Auditorium (15035 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville), 6 p.m. To examine how the Affordable Care Act will affect Maryland farmers and small businesses, the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) is hosting a forum with state and local health insurance experts. The forum will cover new health insurance requirements for citizens and employers, regulatory changes for health insurance providers, and new state/federal opportunities for insurance plan comparison and financial aid.

Tuesday, Jan. 29 • Our Lady Star of the Sea Open House Our Lady Star of the Sea (90 Alexander Lane, Solomons), 9 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Open house include information sessions, the opportunity to meet with school leaders and faculty, and classroom tours. For more information, please call 410-326-3171 or visit www.olss.org.

Wednesday, Jan. 30 • Health Issues for Calvert Women and Girls Dream Weaver Café (114 Solomons Island Road North, Prince Frederick), 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Hosted by the Calvert County Commission for Women, the goal of this meeting is to listen and learn. After an overview of the role of the Calvert County Health Department by our new Health Director, each participant will have the chance to answer the question: What is the most important health issue for women and girls in Calvert County—and why? Space is limited, so in order to reserve a spot, email: Chair@CalvertWomen.org. • Winter Interludes: Andrew McKnight Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Nationally-acclaimed singer/songwriter and guitarist celebrates rural America, weaving his masterfully crafted songs, humorous stories and poetic drama into a musical soundscape sketched with shades of Appalachia, tasteful slide and jazzy blues, feisty anthems and rustic fold. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

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Library Events Thursday, Jan. 24 • 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. • Valentine Open Mic Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 8 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Friday, Jan. 25 • 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. • Warm Up to Reading w/ HIPPY/Healthy Families Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Family night for participants in HIPPY/ Healthy Families program. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Saturday, Jan. 26 • Garden Smarter: Starting from Seed Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 10 to 11:30 a.m. Use the full potential of a piece of ground and a handful of seeds. Grow healthier plants and unique heirlooms. Produce abundant harvests by starting seeds now. 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.

Monday, Jan. 28 • Books & Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 10 to 11 a.m. Moms, parents, caregivers are invited to a book club for moms and playtime for kids. This month’s selection is “The Happiness Project” by Gretchen Rubin. For more information, call 410-326-5289. • Monday Morning Movies and More Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for movies and a story. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • 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. • Calvert Eats Local Winter Potluck Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join Calvert Eats Local in a giant potluck celebrating local food. Registration is required. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Tuesday, Jan. 29 • Calvert Adult Education ESOL Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 9:15 to 11:45 a.m. Free beginner and intermediate classes are offered for foreign born adults who want to learn to speak English or improve their English skills. Classes focus on speaking, reading and writing English. Opportunities are available for group conversation as well as individualized instruction. Individual learning plans are developed based on strengths and weaknesses. All classes have open enrollment so students may enroll at any time. Call the Adult Education Office to enroll in classes at 410-535-7382 or 301-855-1834 ext. 7382. • Crossroads Cafe (Calvert County Adult Education ESOL) Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Wednesday, Jan. 30 • 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. • Winter Interludes: Andrew McKnight Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nationally-acclaimed singer/songwriter and guitarist Andrew McKnight will weave his masterfully crafted songs, humorous stories and poetic drama into a musical soundscape sketched with shades of Appalachia, tasteful slide and jazzy blues, feisty anthems, and rustic folk at the library. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

CalvART Gallery Events Calendar 2013 February Group Show: "Things I Love" Show: Feb. 7 to March 3 Reception: Feb. 9, 5 to 8 p.m. Black History Show: Featuring Dona Baker Show: Feb. 24 to March 3 Reception: Feb. 23, 5 to 8 p.m.

March Potters' Show: Amanda Willis, Randy Estabrook, Denise Breitburg, Ray Bogle Show: March 7 to 31 Reception: March 9, 5 to 8 p.m.

April Group Show: Black and White Show: April 4 to May 5 Reception: April 6, 5 to 8 p.m.

May Historical Passages - Ray and Phyllis Noble

Show: May 9 to June 2 Reception: May 11, 5 to 8 p.m.

June 8th Anniversary Show: "Over the Top" Show: June 6 to July 7 Reception: June 8, 5 to 8 p.m.

July "Beaches on the Bay": Abbey Griffin and Ray Bogle Show: July 11 to Aug. 4 Reception: July 13, 5 to 8 p.m.

August Invitational and ACCC Teachers' Show Show: Aug. 8 to Sept 8 Reception: Aug 10, 5 to 8 p.m.

September "Pastry Portraits" - Sylvia Hill and Mary Blumberg Show: Sep. 12 to Oct. 6 Reception: Sep. 14, 5 to 8 p.m.

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November / December

Suzanne Sheldon and Mickey Kunkle Show: Oct. 10 to Nov. 10 Reception: Oct. 12, 5 to 8 p.m.

Group Show: Santa's Secret Shop of Small Works Show: Nov. 14 to Dec. 29 Reception: Nov. 16, 5 to 8 p.m. Art Walk: Dec 7

Throughout the Month Mondays, Jan. 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 410-586-8501 or go to www.jefpat.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.

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