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Maryland Legislation Driving Business, Citizens Out By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The legislative session’s tax increases and impacts on business in Maryland was among matters on the minds of the citizens gathered at the legislative wrapup on April 12. The Calvert Chamber of Commerce sponsored the wrap-up, giving each Southern Maryland representative an opportunity Anthony J. “Tony” O’Donnell (29C) and Mark Fisher (27B) and Senator Mike Miller (District 27) spoke during the wrap up. Delegates James E. Proctor, Jr. (27A) and Joseph F. Vallario (27A) and Senator Roy Dyson (District 29), the rest of the contingent representing Calvert County, were not in attendance. It was “one of the most painful sessions I’ve ever seen,” O’Donnell said, adding every decision furthered Governor Martin O’Malley’s agenda, including his potential run for the presidency. During his opening speech Miller called it a “very productive session,” citing legislation passed to protect farmers and agriculture. The chamber collected questions from audience members. Miller said extra funds will help pay for the Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge replacement project and improve Southern Maryland infrastructure. The Dominion Cove Point exporting expansion will add 4,000 jobs to Calvert and have an impact on the bridge, making the replacement a higher priority project, Miller said. The bridge is “the lifeblood of Calvert, the lifeblood of St. Mary’s,” he said.
In addition to Southern Maryland inO’Donnell said Maryland has the pofrastructure, he said the gas tax benefit contential to be a top state, from an economic gested urban areas. standpoint, but companies and individuals O’Donnell said the projects Miller menare “fleeing” because of increasing tax burtioned are important, but he doesn’t believe dens with few breaks. The state offers little the government should be raising taxes in the incentive to stay, he said. current economy. Instead, the house should Maryland showed a net loss in citizens use the existing budget more wisely. More last year, Fisher said, and when he talks to than half of the transportation budget, 57 perconstituents they often tell him they intend cent, goes into the metro system, which only to leave after retirement. Government enti8 percent of Maryland citizens use. Last year, ties, like the Maryland Department of the 48 percent of the transportation budget went Environment, have gone unannounced into to mass transportation, he said. businesses with official badges and demand to see information, such as a water manageFisher criticized the house for choosment plan for a car wash. Those actions creing “the tax lever” before considering ate a hostile business environment and drive public-private partnerships or other optaxpayers out of Maryland, Fisher said. tions. He said Maryland legislature should never have passed a tax increase without sarahmiller@countytimes.net providing a “lock box” to ensure funds be Photos by Sarah Miller used exclusively for transportation. Miller Senator Mike Miller said all monies borrowed from the trust fund have been repaid, a point O’Donnell refuted. “It’s my understanding they never intend to repay it.” When the wind bill was addressed, O’Donnell said the state could pay $20 bilAuto Accidents lion for something he believes is never going to happen. Fisher talked about the cell Workers’ comp tower company he owns and the difficul• Divorce/Separation ties they have had finding wind turbines to • Support/Custody power the towers. Turbines are so heavy the • Domestic Violence towers cannot support them, he said. • Criminal/Traffic Another audience member asked how • DWI/MVA Hearings Maryland intends to attract and keep small Power of Attorney Scan this “Times Code” business in the state. with your smart phone • Name Change • Adoption Maryland is “among the best posi• Wills • Guardianship tioned to succeed,” Miller said, adding Accepting: Maryland is creating jobs 60 percent faster than 99 Smallwood Dr. Waldorf, MD • 206 Washignton Ave. LaPlata, MD Virginia. SERVING CHARLES • ST. MARY’S • PG • CALVERT (301) 932-7700 (301) 870-7111
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Dunkirk Man Wins $1 Million By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Martin Stepney, a Dunkirk resident and longtime lottery player, finally struck it big last week when he won $1 million playing the Maryland State Lottery’s Lucky 7’s Game Book at a nearby convenience store. The lottery commission reports that the winning ticket came from the Town Center Amoco on Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk. The Lucky 7’s still has three more $1 million winning tickets yet to be played, according to the state lottery. “I stopped in to my regular place yesterday to play a Pick 4 number when I suddenly remembered a dream I had last week about a huge lottery win,” Stepney said in a state lottery press release. “When I saw zero after zero after zero in the prize section I jumped up and ran to the counter to tell the cashier. I know the folks that run the place. Everyone in the store was celebrating with lots of hugs.” Stepney then contacted his brother by going over to his
house to share the news. “He saw my face and figured something was wrong,” Stepney said in the release. “I had to calm him down before I told him about the money. When I did, the hugs started again.” Stepney, a 49-year-old home improvement contractor who has been emboldened by recent $500-wins playing the Lucky 7’s, said he had no immediate plans for his winnings. “It’s too soon,” he stated. “In all the excitement I haven’t had time to think about what I might do.” Donna Tippett, one of the managers at the station where Stepney got his winning ticket, called him “a loyal customer.” “He doesn’t just play the lottery here, he gets his gas here and he eats here,” Tippett said. His big win has generated more lottery business, which has been popular there. “It has brought a few extra people in,” Tippett said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Photo By Maryland State Lottery Martin Stepney, along with his brother, celebrate his $1 million lottery win.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer A Livability Code, currently under consideration by the North Beach Town Council, focuses “more on the interior of properties and the improvement of the environmental aspects of living in the properties,” while the existing Property Maintenance Code “focuses more on the interior of properties of the environmental aspects of living in the properties,” according to the informational packed on the town website. The North Beach Town Council introduced a proposed Livability Code during their April 11 meeting. A proposed ordinance, introduced during the April 11 meeting, will “compliment the property maintenance code” for the town. The council voted unanimously to move forward with the code and bring it to a public hearing and future work session. In a follow up to an April 4 work session, Mayor Mark Frazer appointed a five-person North Beach Parks Commission to oversee the passive park, still in development, and other parks in the town. The five selected were Ed Rubard, Gary Pendleton, Diane Burr, Joan Krell and Abigail Francisco. The council discussed historic properties in North Beach, and the possibility of merging the town’s historic districts with the county’s registry and asking the county to manage the properties. No action was taken, and the council will discuss the matter further at future meetings. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Celebrating Young Children By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County Commissioners, forsaking a traditional weeklong celebration of young children, declared April the Month of the Young Child. National Week of the Young Child is April 14–20. Calvert County Public Schools coordinated libraries, childcare providers and elementary schools to solicit art from children between 3 and 6 years of age for the 2013 Poster Contest, according to Theresa Booker, from Healthy Families and H.I.P.P.Y. Calvert County United Way’s Jennifer Moreland presented framed copies of their entries and certificates to the winners and three runners up of the 2013 poster contest. The theme was favorite place to read, Moreland said. The theme aligns with the Calvert Library’s 500 by 5 campaign, which promotes childhood reading and literacy, Moreland said. The three 2013 poster contest first place winners were Chloe Oberg, of Sunderland Elementary School, whose favorite place to read is “My Mom’s Bed”, Ryan Matzen of Solomons Day Care Center, who reads “On a Rocketship”, and Hayden Derr of Solomons Day Care Center who reads “With MeMaws”. The three honorable mentions were Hadyn Harper of Patuxent Elementary School who likes to read “Everywhere”, Ayanna Toye, of Yardley Hills Head Start, who reads at “The Library” and Marlen Martinez of H.I.P.P.Y. who enjoys reading in “The Garden”. The judges came from Members of the Interagency Council for Families and Children. Posters of the Month of the Young Child winning entries will be distributed in schools, agencies and storefronts through-
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out Calvert County in the month of April. Calvert County Public Schools hosted the annual Month of the Young Child kickoff at Beach Elementary, during the Beach FunFest on March 23. More than 350 individuals and 29 youth service vendors attended, making the festival one of the largest Booker remembers. During the week of the young child, starting at the festival, the school tries to make the community aware of seven domains of learning for children before they enter school – social studies, growth and fine motor skills, social and emotional skills, scientific thinking, mathematical thinking, language and literacy and the arts. Some parents think school preparedness is simply knowing colors, counting and their phone number, Booker said. The public schools are holding celebrations during week of the young child included a spirit week at St. Leonard Elementary School, culminating in a April 19 Grandparents Day. Each school has independent activities, Booker said. Childcare providers are invited to a School Readiness Conference on April 27 at Patuxent High School, Booker said. For more information, call 410-535-1700. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Foreclosure Prevention Options Available The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is reminding homeowners of the resources and programs available to help with foreclosure prevention through the Home Owners Preserving Equity (HOPE) campaign. There are 39 non-profit foreclosure prevention counseling agencies across the state in the Maryland HOPE Counseling network that are poised to help homeowners understand their realistic options; all of the services are at no cost to the homeowner. There are also pro-bono and low-cost attorneys trained and available to address foreclosure. Homeowners who are struggling with a mortgage can call the Maryland HOPE Hotline at 877-462-7555 or visit www.MDHOPE.org to learn how Maryland’s mediation law and the national foreclosure settlement can help.
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Watermen Have One Day in Court By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Watermen and sportsmen who are accused of violating regulations set forth by the state Department of Natural Resources in Calvert, St. Mary’s and Charles counties will now be able to get their own day in court without any other matters being heard. Anne Arundel County and counties on the Easter Shore set aside one court day to hear natural resources violations – taking too many of a certain kind of fish or taking crabs or oysters, which haven’t matured for example. That program has now been extended to the three Southern Maryland counties. “Expanding this program to additional counties will further protect and preserve our natural world today and for generations to come,” said DNR Secretary John Griffin. “By trying these cases together, we can give each violation the attention it deserves and deliver penalties that fit the crime.” Under the program, violations involving fishing, hunting, boating and others will be heard on predetermined days of the month in the county where the violation was given. Calvert County cases would be heard every third Friday at 1p.m. Tommy Zinn, president of the Calvert County Watermen’s Association, said the dedicated court will likely result in much fairer distribution of penalties. A dedicated judge hearing natural resources cases will be familiar with repeat offenders thus avoiding lesser fines while first time offenders, making a mistake, might receive a harsher penalty than they deserved. “We feel if they are more familiar with the offenders that have long records they would deal more harshly with them than the first time offender,” Zinn said. “It would be nice if they could stick with one judge who would meet out the penalties.” The statewide watermen’s association supports such programs and hopes it expands. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Old Concrete Proving to Breed New Oyster Habitats By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Morgan State University Estuarine Research Center is giving old roads new purpose in an ongoing oyster cultivation study. The center is studying concrete as a viable substitute for increasingly scarce oyster shells for cresting reefs and habitats to grow oysters, according to Estuarine Research Center Director Kelton Clark. Recycled concrete is abundant, Clark said. Roads need replacing or resurfacing, and the resulting rubble could be serviceable in other ways. The first phase of the project showed recycled concrete does not harm oyster growth, the surrounding aquatic environment or drinking water. In fact, the study shows no noticeable difference between oysters grown on old oyster shell and oysters grown on recycled concrete, Clark said. The study is moving into the second phase of the project, sponsored by the Maryland State Highway Administration. The center will conduct field tests of recycled concrete in the Chesapeake Bay, placing small habitats in various locations to determine if they will be safe habitats or change the surrounding aquatic environment. If the recycled concrete habitats are stable in small samples, the center will enact the third
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Bay Plankton, Nutrient Study at Risk By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County students are preparing for the third, and possibly final, PLANS for the Chesapeake Bay Student Summit. The summit is the culmination of a yearlong program called “Plankton and Nutrient Studies for the Chesapeake Bay” (PLANS). The program was funded by a three-year grant from the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration as part of the Be Wet program. Activities allowed students to “investigate nutrient enrichment and the role of plankton and oysters in the ecology of the Bay,” according to information supplied by Morgan State University Estuarine Research Center Education Coordinator Stella Sellner. The Estuarine Research Center took students out on boats to gather water samples and assisted them on lab projects, determining how different levels of plankton
affect the effectiveness of oysters in cleaning water. At the summit, students will present their findings in a variety of ways, from the traditional essays and Power Point presentations to more creative options, such as board games, poems and videos. Patuxent Riverkeeper Fred Tutman will be the keynote speaker at this year’s summit. Calvert High School environmental science teacher Chuck Gustin guided students for the past three years, collecting and analyzing data. The program is important, and in imminent danger of not returning next year if Calvert cannot fund it. Gustin wrote a grant proposal, but could not raise the matching funds needed to finish it. “Times are tight,” he said. “We could not get the powers that be to agree.” Calvert County Public Schools needs at least $30,000 to run PLANS for one year, Gustin said.
CSM Students Urge to ‘Commit to Complete’
College of Southern Maryland President of Beta Delta Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Kellee Johnson, of Leonardtown, left, is joined by Chapter Secretary Miranda Reyna, of Chaptico, Chapter Vice President Sophia Minshall, of Mechanicsville, and chapter members Holly Gonzalez, of La Plata, Leanna Zimmerman, of Leonardtown and Evan Dahlstrom, of Prince Frederick (not pictured) as they add names to the ‘Commit to Complete’ banner. The CSM effort is part of Phi Theta Kappa’s Community College Completion Corps national program to encourage students to complete a college credential. “Our chapter started this initiative because we want every student to understand the importance of earning a credential at CSM. Many students recognized the importance of completing a bachelor’s degree, but we want to raise awareness of how beneficial it is to have a certificate or an associate’s degree from CSM—even if students plan on transferring to complete a bachelor’s degree,” Johnson said. According to a recent economic impact study of community colleges in Maryland, the average income at the career midpoint of someone with an associate’s degree in the CSM service area is $48,000 or 35 percent more than a student with only a high school diploma. The Beta Delta Delta Chapter members gathered more than 150 signatures on the first day of the effort and will continue the initiative until the banner, which holds 800 names, is full. For information on CSM, visit www.csmd.edu.
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The Estuarine Research Center cannot fund the program, but they are willing to support schools in whatever option they find to continue environmental research. “We’re not going anywhere,” Sellner said. With the end of the grant looming, fill-
ing the state environmental literacy requirement without a field component is a challenge, Gustin said. While the future is hazy, he is glad Calvert participated in PLANS. “We had a great ride.” sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Fashion Show Boosts Self-esteem, Raises Funds By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Musicians, dancers and fashion for all occasions were on display at the fourth annual Barstow Acres Spring Fashion and Talent Show Extravaganza, “Live Life in Color.” This year’s show was at Huntingtown High School on April 13. Performers and vendors started preparing for the evening in October, according to Barstow Acres Executive Director Sonia Hinds. Attendees perused the craft and vendor show in the hallway, bid on silent auction items or took a seat in the auditorium and watched the show. The afternoon featured performances by Tamia Pride, Emmanuel Church’s new band names Fallen Grace, and exhibitions by Elite Martial Arts Academy and the Troupe Marzanna, a local belly-dancing group. Children from the center presented fashion showsx between acts, exhibiting outfits for sleep, sports, parties and formal occasions. The finale featured the most creative outfits the children could think of. Participating in the show is therapeutic for the children, Hinds said. It boosts their self-esteem and allows them to focus on volunteer and community activities. “Sometimes, when you take the focus off yourself, it’s better,” Hinds said. Fallen Grace takes the stage.
Singer Tamia Pride was the first act of the evening.
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Money raised benefits the therapeutic summer day camp, running from June 17 to July 12 at Barstow Acres in Prince Frederick. Other upcoming events include yoga for youth wellness and social skills, every Tuesday at Barstow Acres from 5 to 6 p.m., a mother-child tea party and luncheon on May 19 form 2 to 4 p.m., and the annual Parent Empowerment Conference Oct. 4 and 5, both at Emmanuel Church in Huntingtown. The mother-child lunch is $20 for the initial parent-child pair, and $5 for each additional child. The empowerment conference will cover mental health issues in families and costs $55 per day for an individual or $100 per day for couples. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Elementary Students Performed Willy Wonka Barstow Elementary School’s Drama Club, under the direction of Leann Boice and Brock Fulton, performed Willy Wonka Junior on Friday, April 12 for approximately 400 family members, friends, and community guests. Barstow’s Drama Club consisted of 41 fourth and fifth grade students. Members of the club auditioned for the characters of the cast in October and were given their script in December to start memorizing their lines. The cast began practicing together in January and continued until the day of the performance, last Friday. Cast members were responsible for obtaining props and creating their costumes. They were invited to help with creating, building, and painting the set, which began during the week of spring recess and ended just before the show. “I enjoyed working on the play. It was a fun experience! The hardest part was remembering when I was to say my lines. The best part was when I slid down the bad nut chute,”
said fifth grader, Mary Beth Meiggs, who played the role of Veruca Salt, a wealthy spoiled brat. Fifth grader, Kaitlyn Vilkoski played the role of Mrs. Gloop, mother of Agustus Gloop, the over-indulging child. Kaitlyn shared that one of her challenges was speaking and singing in German. Kaitlyn said, “It was a lot of fun and everybody always had a smile on their face. The helpers were very nice and sweet. If we were doing something wrong, they would tell us in a nice way. My favorite thing about the play was that I got to eat on stage…a lot!” Fifth grader, Michael Floria, played the role of Mike Teavee, a child with a love for modern day gadgets. AccordPhotos courtesy of Brock Fulton ing to Michael, his challenge was “singing in front of all the Brannon Clark, Maddie Wojcieszek, Sierra Hanway, Mary Beth people who were there at the play,” and his favorite part “… Meiggs, Hannah MacWilliams, Marissa Prieto, Sarah Burke was singing I’ve Got a Golden Ticket.” The role of Charlie Bucket, a poor, well-behaved and mannerly child, was played by Noah Breske, also a fifth grader. When asked about participating in the play, Noah was “excited about being in the play and enjoyed opening chocolate bars.” Fifth grader Ben Voelker played the role of Grandpa Joe, Charlie’s grandpa who accompanied him to the Wonka factory. Ben said, “One of the funniest parts was when Agustus fell into the chocolate river!” Ben stated a challenge for him was making sure that he and Noah were not singing too fast during the Burping Song. Fifth grader, Delaney Boice, who played the role of Violet Beauregarde, a gum-chewing addict, shared that she enjoyed Veruca’s song, I want it NOW!, and that it was challenging for her to memorize her lines and to be loud and confident. Delaney shared that she was “scared to sing in front of Josh Mooney, left, Mark Rachic, Alexis O’Neil, Caitlyn Munson, Ben Voelker, Kathleen her friends, but overall, the show was amazing!” Struhar, Kellen Cundiff, and Noah Breske. Noah Breske, left, and Kellen Cundiff.
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Don’t Cut Morale When Cutting Costs After several years of grim predictions and record-breaking unemployment statistics, financial experts are predicting that things are on the mend. Whether this is the case or not, many business owners have yet to see big improvements in their bottom lines. As a result, strategies to minimize spending are likely to continue. Some of the areas that have been on the chopping block include employee benefits and perks. Although reducing offerings to employees in lieu of layoffs is generally the lesser of two evils, employees still suffer. Furthermore, a reduction in benefits or other incentives could have quite a negative impact on employee morale. It has been well documented that employee morale is a vital component of a healthy company. Not only does it promote a happier working environment, but also it leads to improved productivity and a reduction in employee absences. According to Linda Finkle, an executive employment coach and CEO of Incedo Group, employee turnover can be costly to businesses looking to save money. With morale being a major deciding factor behind an employee leaving a company, business owners would be wise to consider employee response to reductions in the workplace before making any decisions. Limited opportunities for growth, poor or ineffective leadership and feeling undervalued are primary reasons people seek opportunities outside their companies. It is important to keep employee morale in mind when making budget cuts. According to a 2009 survey by BIGresearch, salaries, bonuses and benefits are being cut dramatically across the board. Roughly 14 percent of employees who responded to the online survey had seen their salary reduced and 19 percent their hours reduced; 27 percent did not receive a raise and about 13 percent had benefits reduced. The average company is cutting up to five employee-oriented areas of employee spending in an effort to stay viable. Matches to 401(k) plans as well as bonuses have all come under scrutiny. Although these cuts may be a necessity, that doesn't mean they are widely appreciated or accepted by employees. This may cause employees to look elsewhere for jobs or slack off on their roles. There are estimates that it costs 1.5 times an employee's salary to replace him or her with a new employee. This also doesn't factor in values that cannot be measured, such as quality control issues, broken contacts with customers, effects on other employees who see an associate leave and the time spent teaching a new hire the ins and outs.
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It is generally in a company's best interest to make employee morale a priority. But what can be done to boost spirits when certain things must be cut? Here are some ways to lessen the blow. • Keep lines of communication open. Gossip can breed contempt within an organization. If employees are speculating about budget cuts or possible layoffs, their productivity will almost certainly suffer. It is a good idea to keep employees informed of any changes that may affect their personal well-being. Meetings that address financial ups and downs and also clearly illustrate the company's financial strengths and weaknesses can help clear the air. An employee who feels like he or she is a trusted member of the team may be more likely to make concessions until profits have improved. • Get employee feedback first. When facing budget cuts, take a survey of what employees believe they can do without prior to slashing any benefits. While an employer may think that reducing 401(k) matching is essential, employees may have their own say, such as cessation of holiday parties, travel allotments or removal of companyprovided vehicles. • Boost the workplace environment. Although employees may be losing a portion of benefits, business owners can take steps to make sure that employees feel comfortable and happy at work. Make sure the office is bright, clean, spacious, and comfortable. • Compensate with other perks. Although it may not be possible to give a raise or cover the same percentage of health insurance, businesses can offer other advantages for sticking with the company through a rough patch. Employees may enjoy a few extra paid vacation days or a more flexible work schedule. These changes may have little impact on the company's bottom line, but they may boost employee morale considerably. • Reduce workload and improve feedback. Employers may be pushing their workers to produce more in less time to counter layoffs. Overworked employees are generally not happy employees, so a slow down may not be preventable. Recognizing that employees are only human and have limits is an essential trait in a good boss or business owner. Praise those who are doing good jobs as well. Feeling appreciated goes a long way to improving morale. • Restore benefits when able. It can be easy to take away but not so easy to return benefits once they have been absent. Companies may grow comfortable with the extra income slashed benefits provide, but greed won't play out well in the long run. Promises to restore perks should be honored to illustrate loyalty to good employees. Although no one likes to see their pay or benefits slashed, such cutbacks have become a necessity for many of today's companies. But there are ways employers can scale back without negatively affecting morale.
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Mai Tais Start Flowing Friday By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Spring in Solomns means Tiki Bar Opening Weekend, the unofficial start of Solomon’s summer tourist season, according to Solomons Business Association President Lisa Batchelor Frailey. Coinciding with the opening of rockfish season, it draws more people to Solomons Island than the annual Calvert County Fair. “We love Tiki Bar weekend.” Solomons is open year-round, but spring and summer are the busiest time for the island, she said. The Tiki Bar doesn’t record radio spots or mount large-scale advertising campaigns in the weeks leading to the opening weekend. They do some Facebook posts, but for the most part they just open their doors and start serving drinks, said Tiki Bar General Manager Joe Kurley. However, the owners and managers do plan special events, such as the arrival of Tiki King by helicopter and a steel drum band Friday afternoon. Other surprises during the weekend are being kept under wraps, but they involve fire and water, Kurkey said. “We have a fun time with this,” Kurley said. “We really do.” The best advertisement the Tiki Bar has is customers who return every year for opening weekend and bring friends. He knows visitors from Texas who begin calling months before opening weekend to confirm the date so they can take vacation time and book a hotel room. Hotels in Solomons and surrounding areas accommodate customers for opening weekend. Hilton Garden Inn in Solomons sees a 60 to 70 increase in guests during opening weekend over non-event weekends, according spokesperson Beverly Brown. Currently, the hotel is approximately 80 percent full, so there is still space to accommodate last minute reservations.
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The influx of guests is a shot in the arm for the economy, locally and countywide, Brown said. The county collects 5 percent of the room rate, which goes into the general fund – adding to both Calvert and St. Mary’s county budgets from increased bookings, in addition to the hotels themselves. “For us, it’s like ‘Tiki weekend, man your battle stations,’” she said. Visitors to Solomons can stay on boats or at local bed and breafasts. Spring Cove Marina owner Trevor Richards always sees a few boaters during the weekend, though it’s a little early in the season. For marinas, summer normally begins with Memorial Day and the end of the school year. Zahniser's Yachting Center doesn’t normally see much business until Memorial Day, but the Tiki Bar opening weekend is the beginning of the summer season, according to spokesperson Jim Sharkey. Hilton Garden Inn begins preparing for the weekend a month out, by meeting with the sheriffs office and Tiki Bar representatives. They coordinate shuttles to run from the hotel to the Tiki Bar and back to discourage drinking and driving. Additional programs to deter drunk drivers include checkpoints throughout Calvert and St. Mary’s counties, and a promotion for designated drivers. Tiki Bar security includes 25 bouncers, five off duty cops and patrols coming through the area frequently, Kurley said. All bouncers and bartenders are TAM certified. The Solomons Business Association appreciates the effort put into safety, said Batchelor Frailey. Tiki Bar representatives and the Sheriff’s Office attend April meetings of the business association and the Solomons Civic Association to brief the businesses and residents of the island on safety measures and address concerns regarding opening weekend. While opening weekend is hectic for all involved, it exposes Solomons Island to out-of-state tourists, who may come back to explore the island further. “There are more plusses than minuses,” Richards said.
Because opening weekend depends so much on weather, all they can to is prepare for a large crowd and take elements out of their control in stride, Kurley said. They anticipate between 10,000 and 20,000 to come through the Tiki Bar during opening weekend. Opening weekend is not a reliable barometer for the rest of the season, Kurley said. He has seen opening weekends that are rainy and cold, but once the weather turns the bar is crowded every weekend. The weekend benefits other businesses on the island. People may not come out for dog grooming and full services, but Island Pet Salon owner Kendall Steffen has several visitors drop in during opening weekend who come back later as customers. She met her part time helper at another Tiki Bar event - That Dog-Gone Tiki Bar Family Pet Day in October. The Tiki Bar’s next-door neighbor Calypso Bay opened on St. Patrick’s Day. Owner James Talbot said between Calypso and the Tiki Bar, at the end of the peninsula is “like a block party” during opening weekend. The restaurant benefits from the weekend because, after the party dies down, one more restaurant is open on the island, giving people another reason to visit. In addition to the Tiki Bar opening, Talbot is anticipating Catamaran’s and the Old Lighthouse Restaurant re-opening under new management. Anything open on Solomons is one more thing to draw tourists to the island, Talbot said. Not all businesses owners are as enthusiastic about opening weekend. “We’re dead that weekend,” said one local business owner, who asked to remain anonymous, adding, “if you don’t come to Tiki Bar for the weekend, you stay off [Solomons Island].” Tiki opening weekend is always the third Friday of April, unless that clashes with Good Friday, as it will in 2014. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Distinctions Donated for Designated Drivers Bob Hall, LLC and Anheuser Busch, working together with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse and the Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties Community Traffic Safety Programs are sponsoring a Designated Driver program to be held during the annual opening of the Tiki Bar this year. The program will run Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 from noon to 10 p.m. Every designated driver will win an instant prize from a long list that includes beach tables and towels, rafts, folding chairs, jump drives, coolers, sun glasses and can coolies, to name just a few. Designated drivers will sign a pledge card, which will be entered into a drawing for the grand prizes of $300 and a Tiki Bar gift certificate for the first place winner, $200 and a Tiki Bar gift certificate for the second place winner and $100 and a Tiki Bar gift certificate for the third place winner. All entries will be included in the Calvert County Designated Driver Rewards drawing of $50 in cash. Sheriff Mike Evans will draw the grand prize tickets during a ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office on Monday, April 22 at noon. The public is invited to attend. The Designated Driver Booth and prize tent will be located just outside the entrance to the Tiki Bar, near the Grill Sargent. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police Prince Frederick Barrack, as well as law enforcement from neighboring jurisdictions, will be conducting DUI saturation patrols on both nights. These enforcement efforts are funded through the State Highway Administration’s Maryland Highway Safety Office and will continue throughout the spring and summer months. Areas where a high number of DUI arrests or crashes have occurred in the past will be targeted for enforcement efforts.
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Punishment Burglary: Sometime between March 26 and April 6 a home in the 8700 block of C Street in Chesapeake Beach was burglarized. A black Dell Inspiron laptop worth $400 and a wooden, six-string acoustic guitar, valued at $100 were stolen. DFC J. North is investigating. Burglary: A home in the 1200 block of Prince Street in Dunkirk was burglarized between April 5 and 6 and $150 in damage was done but nothing was taken. Dep. M. Quinn is investigating. CDS Violation: On April 7 at 1:35 a.m. Dep. J. Brown conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at Armory Road Beach and Main Street in Prince Frederick. The driver, Michael Brandon Beach, 22 of Mechanicsville, was arrested and charged with DUI, possession of a schedule II drug; Percocet and possession of a schedule II drug; Cocaine, and use of drug paraphernalia; a one dollar bill used to store Cocaine. Burglary: On April 8 at 3:19 a.m. DFC S. Esposito responded to a home in the 1400 block of Woods Road in St. Leonard for the Ogle report of a subject breaking into a home. The homeowner reported that a male subject banged on his front door, breaking the glass, and then entered the home. The homeowner told the subject that the police were on the way so the man ran from the home and hid in the woods. Police located the man, identified as John Howard Ogle, 32 of Port Republic and charged him with burglary.
Burglary: A home in the 500 block of Stamper Court in Prince Frederick was burglarized sometime between March 22 and April 8. Two cell phones, a Nintendo system and some tools altogether valued at $340 were stolen. Dep. P. Mosely is investigating. Burglary: A home under construction on Alyssa Way in Owings was burglarized and a $1,500 Direct Vent gas fireplace and blower were stolen sometime overnight between April 8 and 9. DFC J. Lord is investigating.
Theft: Someone stole a Sony Xplod radio from the dash of a truck in the parking lot of the Bayside Toyota in Prince Frederick between March 28 and April 9. Dep. T. Buckler is investigating.
CDS Violation: On April 8 at 1:48 p.m. Cpl. A. Moschetto conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Md. Rt. Blackwell 4 northbound near Western Shores Boulevard in Port Republic. The driver, identified as John William Blackwell, 29 of Lusby, was found to be in possession of suspected drugs. Blackwell was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule II drug; Clonazepam and possession of drug paraphernalia; a hypodermic syringe.
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Destruction of Property: Three air conditioning units were damaged at businesses in the 1000 block of Prince Frederick Boulevard. The damage, discovered on April 9, is estimated at over $14,000. Someone had drained the units of Freon. Dep. Mohler is continuing the investigation.
Concealed Deadly Weapon: Cpl. T. Smith charged a 17-year-old male from Sunderland on a youth report with possession of a concealed deadly weapon after he stopped the vehicle the juvenile was operating at a high rate of speed on April 14 at 1:35 p.m. on Sun Park Lane. The 17-year-old was in possession of a fixed blade knife. He was released to a parent.
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Possession of Drugs: On April 8 at 4:25 a.m., Senior Trooper Gill responded to the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick for a check welfare complaint. Motel employees called about a person in the lobby who was stumbling, falling, and appeared disoriented. S/Tpr. Gill made contact with the subject identified as Elmer McCauley, 49 of Chesapeake Beach. During his contact with McCauley, drugs and drug paraphernalia were observed. Three other people with McCauley were also found to be in possession of drugs and paraphernalia. McCauley, Debra A. Raskhodoff, 50, of Chesapeake Beach and Ryan J. McCauley, 24 of Glen Burnie, were all arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Oxycodone: On April 8 at 4:46 a.m., Trooper First Class West responded to the 4400 block of Diane Court in Prince Frederick for an attempt to locate a wanted subject. Edward F. Kellermann III, 26 of Prince Frederick, was located inside the home and was arrested. A search incident to the arrest revealed Kellermann was in possession of oxycodone for which he did not have a prescription. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle On April at 4:34 p.m., Trooper S. Lewis responded to the 4400 block of Virginia Avenue in Prince Frederick for a reported unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The victim reported that Brian C Newman, 28 of Prince Frederick, removed the vehicle from the residence without the owner’s permission. The vehicle was later returned to the owner and Newman was located and arrested by TFC Smith. During Smith’s contact with Newman, stolen property was discovered in his possession. He was additionally charged with theft. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft: On April 11 at 10:04 p.m., Trooper First Class Sorenson responded to the 11900 block of Lexington Dr. in Dunkirk for a reported theft. The victim’s cell phone was stolen from an unlocked vehicle. Investigation continues.
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During the week of April 8 through April 14 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,499 calls for service throughout the community. 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 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. Assault: On April 9 at 11:45 a.m. DFC J. Smith responded to the area of Cove Point Road and H.G. Trueman Road in Langley Lusby for the report of a fight in progress in the middle of the street. DFC Smith made contact with two men who were in a physical altercaKreitzer tion and separated them. One of the men stated that he passed the other in his vehicle on Md. Rt. 4 and that after doing so, the other man followed him so he turned onto Cove Point Road to get away from him. He further stated that the other man pulled in front of his vehicle and got out and came over and punched him in the face. Both men had lacerations to their face and head. The two men, identified as Kirk Wayne Langley, 48 of Solomons, and Glenn Kevin Kreitzer, 44 of Lusby, began shouting at each other again. They were told to stop or be arrested. Both men were transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital for treatment and then transported to the Calvert Detention Center where they were each charged with second-degree assault and disorderly conduct.
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CDS Violation: On April 8 at 11:30 a.m. DFC J. Smith was flagged down by a citizen in the area of Western Shores Boulevard and St. Leonard Road. The citizen advised that a truck had nearly hit his vehicle then crashed along St. Leonard Road. DFC Smith located a Budget box truck that was overturned on the property of 3710 St. Leonard Road. He made contact with the driver, later identified as Antwan Deshaun Smith, 25 of Prince Frederick. Smith advised the deputy that he had fallen asleep at the wheel. DFC Smith located suspected marijuana in the cab of the truck. Smith refused medical treatment and was cited for possession of marijuana.
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Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle: On April 13 at 2:25 a.m., Trooper First Class Evans stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at Plum Point Rd. in Huntingtown. Dexter L. Harris, 34 of Lusby, was found to be driving without a license. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle he was driving had been taken from the owner without permission. He was arrested for driving without a license and additionally charged with unauthorized use of the motor vehicle. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
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Thursday, April 18, 2013 Commissioner’s Corner
Calvert Must Mitigate Seagull Droppings
By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2
One of the critical traits of a good county commissioner is a sense of humor. The ability to laugh at absurdity, as well as not to take one’s self too seriously, separates the good from the not-so-good. Not that I am saying that it is always easy, because sometimes the line between laughing and crying is titanium thin. I thought it might be fun, though, to share some recent moments of laughter. The Deputy Director of Public Works for Calvert County, Mark Willis, told me about a conundrum with which he was dealing. The subject came up when I was telling him about State Senator Middleton’s (Dem- Charles) bill in the legislature to divert 80 percent of the waste from landfills within seven years. (Yes, I thought that was what landfills were for, too.) Mark met with staff from the Maryland Department of the Environment at the Appeal Landfill to discuss environmental regulatory issues. A lot of seagulls were flying around. One MDE supervisor told Mark that the seagulls were creating too much poop and that we (Calvert County) had to come up with a plan to mitigate the seagull poop at the landfill. I said to Mark, “You’re kidding, right?” His answer, “I wish.” Occasionally, I have the opportunity to be a guest on the Heather and T-Bone morning drive-time show on 98.3 FM. I relayed the seagull poop story to them. Of course, they ran with it. Heather said, “the Calvert County landfill on Sweetwater Lane?” Yes, that very landfill. It became hilarious. Then callers began to call in with their solutions as to how to mitigate the seagull poop. Some didn’t get the distinction between mitigating the seagulls and merely mitigating their poop. One woman called twice to tell us that Alka-Seltzer and rice was the way to go. (No pun intended.) That evening, I went to the farewell dinner for Capt. Ted Mills, the retiring Commander at Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Guests at the dinner had heard the morning broadcast and began to retell the story to others. They thought the funniest part was when I was asked how we were going to mitigate the seagull poop and I responded, “I have no idea.” On another recent occasion, I got several calls about a Facebook post. It seems that a young man has announced his candidacy for county commissioner. He posted on FB who his “dream team” of fellow county commissioners would be when he wins. My name was not among them. However, he also stated that if I (and others) were interested in joining his team, we could make an appointment to share our political philosophy with him, and he would then decide if we belonged on his team or not. Rather than be offended by his chutzpah, I found it hilarious. Not only is the naiveté of youth funny, but the fact that he has no idea about my political philosophy is even funnier. You see, I seldom post political information on FB, though I am admonished that I need to change that. If his only source of information about me is FB, no wonder he has no idea where I stand politically. Clearly, he is not reading this publication, the Calvert Recorder, numerous news websites, and other news sources. I wish him well in his campaign. Campaign, you say? What campaign? Candidates could file for the 2014 elections on April 9. Yes, I too, feel like we barely got through the Presidential election. The 2014 primary is in June of 2014. Next time I will talk about the new method for electing commissioners in Calvert County. By the way, some of the funniest stories arise when constituents ask me if I am going to run again. Stay tuned….
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Dominion Cove Point LNG LP, Proposes Cove Point Liquefaction Project On April 1, 2013, Dominion Cove Point LNG, LP (DCP) filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), in Docket No. CP13-113-000, an Application for authority to construct, modify, and operate facilities used for the export of natural gas under Section 3 of the NGA, and an Abbreviated Application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity under Section 7 of the NGA (the “Application”). This Application seeks authorization for certain facilities located in Calvert County, Maryland and Fairfax and Loudoun Counties, Virginia which comprise the Cove Point Liquefaction Project (“Project”). DCP seeks authorization for this Project by February 1, 2014. The details of this proposal are more fully set forth in the Application that is on file with the Commission and open to public inspection. Specifically, DCP is seeking authorization to add the capability to provide gas liquefaction services for the export of LNG to the Export Customers, who will provide their own gas supplies. The proposed Project, combined with existing facilities, will provide a bi-directional service of import and export of LNG at the Cove Point LNG Terminal. The proposed liquefaction facilities are expected to have a nameplate capacity of up to 5.75 million metric tons per annum of LNG. The Project does not include the addition of any LNG storage tanks or any increase in the size and/or frequency of LNG marine traffic currently authorized for the Cove Point LNG Terminal. DCP is also requesting authorization under Section 7(c) of the NGA for the Section 7 Facilities, to add compression to the existing Pleasant Valley Compressor Station and to modify the existing Pleasant Valley M&R site and existing Loudoun M&R site located in Fairfax and Loudoun Counties, Virginia, respectively. The proposed additional compression at the Pleasant Valley Compressor Station and modifications to the Pleasant Valley M&R site and Loudoun M&R site, together with the use of turnback transportation capacity, will enable DCP to transport on a firm basis 860,000 Dth/day of natural gas from existing pipeline interconnects near the west end of the Cove Point Pipeline to the LNG Terminal for the Export Customers. The filing may also be viewed on the web at http://www.ferc.gov using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at (866) 208-3676, or TTY, contact (202) 502-8659. The Project name and docket number are important to know if you want to contact either DCP or FERC with questions concerning this Project. The name of this Project is the Cove Point Liquefaction Project and the docket number is CP13-113-000. Please use both the Project name and docket number in any communication with DCP or the Commission. DCP is a limited partnership organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware with its principal place of business at 2100 Cove Point Road, Lusby, Maryland, 20657, and offices at 701 East Cary Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23219. DCP owns the Cove Point LNG Terminal, as well as an 88-mile gas pipeline (i.e., Cove Point Pipeline) connecting the LNG Terminal to the interstate pipeline grid. DCP is a subsidiary of Dominion Resources, Inc. (“DRI”), one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy. DRI is a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia with its principal place of business at 120 Tredegar Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23219. A separate notice concerning the project is being mailed to each affected landowner and to the government agencies involved in the Project. A copy of the Application can be viewed at the following libraries: • Calvert Library Prince Frederick 30 Duke Street Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Phone: (410) 535-0291 • Richard Byrd Library 7250 Commerce Street Springfield, VA 22150 Phone: (703) 451-8055 • Rust Library 380 Old Waterford Road Leesburg, VA 20176 Phone: (703) 777-0323 For additional information, including a copy of the application and a publication called “An Interstate Natural Gas Facility on My Land? What Do I Need To Know?” is available through the FERC’s website at www.ferc.gov. In addition, you may contact FERC’s Office of External Affairs at 202502-6088 or see http://www. ferc.gov. To contact DCP about the Project, contact Amanda Prestage at (866) 319-3382 (toll free) with questions regarding the Application. 4/11/2013
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Doris Jean Bauer, age 68, of Greenville, NC and a former North Beach, Md. resident passed away April 4, at St. Agnes Hospital, Baltimore, Md. She was born June 1, 1944 in Cumberland, Md. to Delbert and Cora Margaret (Messenger) Tallman. She was raised and received her education in Cumberland and later married Paul S. Bauer. The couple resided in Huntingtown after their marriage and Doris later moved to North Beach. Doris was employed by Calvert Internal Medicine Group as a supervisor of medical records until retiring in 2010. After her retirement she relocated to Greenville, N.C. She enjoyed spending time outdoors whether it was working in her garden or enjoying the view and tranquility of the ocean. While living in Calvert County, she would often frequent Rod and Reel to enjoy the “Slots”. Doris also enjoyed the music of Nicky Harris and often went to see him perform in Greenville. She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepmother Mildred Tallman, her husband Paul who passed away in 1995, her son Dean who passed away in 1996 and three brothers James Tallman and Mike and Bill Hardy. Doris is survived by two sons A. Wayne Bauer of Greenville, NC and Paul S. Bauer, Jr. and his fiancé Amber Denton of Sykesville, Md.; five grandchildren Tori and Chris Bauer, Cody and Logan Lasiter and Karlee Griffith; her companion of twelve years Patrick Willoughby of Greenville, NC; three brothers Floyd Tallman, Bo Peterson and Larry Hardy; one sister Helen Passarell and her “furry children” Molly and Buffy. Friends called on Wednesday, April 17, from 10-11 A.M. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, Md. where a service and celebration of Doris’ life was held at 11 a.m.
Thomas E. Artley, 86 of Solomons, Md., formally of Elkhart, IN died on April 6, at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House in Pr. Frederick, Md. after a brief illness. Tom was born on May 22, 1926 in Elkhart, IN to Lois (Kornman) and Chester Artley. He married Eleanor Gates in 1950 in Elkhart and she preceded him in death in 1994. He is survived by his brother Roger (Jan) Artley of Midland, Texas, children Margery (Paul) Hoffman of Lusby, Md., Judith (Charles Moses) Artley of Framingham, Mass., and Craig (Brenda) Artley of Lakewood, Colo., and five grandchildren. Tom was a member of the Elkhart High School Class of 1945. He served in the Army Air Forces as a cryptographic tech (SSGT) in the African Middle East Theater before attending IU on the G.I. Bill. He graduated from the No. Illinois School of Optometry in 1950. He practiced Optometry for 38 years and was recently recognized as a 60 year member of the American Optometric Association. He lived a life of service to others. He was member of the Elkhart Kiwanis Club for 58 years, including 43 consecutive years of perfect attendance. He served as a Board Member of the Family Services of Elkhart County and the LaSalle Council of the Boy Scouts. He was awarded The Silver Beaver Award by the National Council of the BSA in 1987. He was active in Habitat for Humanity and the Elkhart Conservation Club. He served on the vestry and attended the early service at St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Elkhart, and more recently at St. Peters Episcopal Church in Solomons, Md. Tom ran the Boston Marathon at age 72. His happiest times were spent on his bicycle. Donations may be made to the Elkhart Foundation, Elkhart, IN or the Asbury Foundation, Solomons, Md. in his memory. A Memorial Service will be held on April 18, at 2 p.m. in The Asbury – Solomons Auditorium, Solomons, Md. with Rev. Meredith Syler officiating. Arrangements Provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, Md.
Ruth Mamie (Mackall) Smith, 80, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away on April 6, at her residence. She was born on March 7, 1933, in Lower Marlboro, Md. to the late Joseph and Elsie Mackall. She was educated in Calvert County Public School system. She was one of 19 children. Ruth entered into holy matrimony with the late Bernard Smith. After the passing of her husband one son was born with the late George Taylor. Ruth’s occupations include working at Warren Denton Oyster House, the gymnasium director at Mutual Elementary for Parks and Recreation, retail associate at Ben Franklin and Raymond Harris’ gas station. She also worked the tobacco fields of Calvert County. She was an all-out hard worker all of her life. Ruth’s accomplishments include becoming the United States National Oyster Shucking Champion. Ruth was a three time National Champion and went to Ireland to compete in the International Oyster Shucking Championship representing the United States. In 1982, she was honored by the Saint Mary’s Rotary Club for her excellent oyster shucking skills as well. Ruth also enjoyed singing with the Wayward Travelers that consisted of her uncle Elmer Mackall; Aunt, Mable Hawkins; her best friend, Willa Mae Cooke and Hortense Wilson. When the weather permitted you could find her hanging out with her neighborhood posse, Joyce Chase, Warren Taylor, Thelma Keys, Cynthia Richardson, Nakia Parker, Patricia Smith, Sylvia Mason, Johnny Hooper, Helen Edwards, Sharon Shields, Nancy Stepney, Betty Mackall and Clarence Hodge, cooking out and keeping an eye on the neighborhood. Ruth loved crossword puzzles, yard sales or “saling” as she would call it while laughing, and being with her family and having fun with friends. Ruth was a devoted member of Brooks United Methodist Church and a member of the Sanctuary Choir. She enjoyed watching the live video stream when she was unable to attend church. Ruth was the matriarch and pillar of her family. She was known for being humble, honest, generous and encouraging. Her infectious laughter and trademark sense of humor were present all the way to the end. Our hearts are comforted knowing that she is with the Lord and watching over us. Ruth will forever be remembered by her devoted siblings, beloved child, Frederick (Freddie) Taylor; treasured grandchildren, Anthony Taylor, Sr. (Mona), Tanya Taylor, Monica Taylor, Yolanda Hall and Shawntia Hall; two brothers, Donald (Jane) Mackall, Kenneth Mackall; sister, Ann Funeral service was held on April 13 at Brooks UM Church, St. Leonard, Md. with Rev. Jason L. Robinson officiating. The interment was at Brooks UMC Cemetery, St. Leonard, Md. The pallbearers were Frankie Graham, Donte Hawkins, Paul Hawkins, Nakia Parker, Lewis Smith and Warren Taylor. The honorary pallbearers were Ronnie Gray, Christopher Pitcher and Tommy White. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.
June Wilson, 74, of Lusby, Md. formerly of Berkeley Springs, W.Va. passed away on April 9 in Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, Md. She was born in Mitcham, England on July 12, 1938 to the late Bernard Ezard and Betty Tapley Ezard. She was the beloved wife to the late Donald Wilson who passed away on November 3, 2005. June and Donald were married on Dec. 21, 1963 in Maryland. She was the first owner and operator of the English Muffin Restaurant, Berkeley Springs, W.Va. from 1978 to 1983, she spent the rest of her working life in the restaurant business. June enjoyed playing bingo at the American Legion Post 274, Lusby, Md., gardening, watching and taking care of her beloved birds. Her family and friends meant everything to June. June is survived by her children, Connie and her husband Larry Silver of Lothian, Md., Keith Millison of Fla. and Dona Wilson of Lusby, Md.; siblings, Anita Jessup and Robert Ezard both of England; four grandchildren Donnie, Jason, Kayce and Sammi and two great-grandchildren, Rebecca and Aaron. Services and interment will be private. Should friends desire contributions may be made in June’s memory to the charity of one’s choice. For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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Jon Waverly Ogden, 60 Jon Waverly Ogden of Prince Frederick, Md. died on April 6. He was born April 3, 1953 to the late Waverly and Regina Ogden of Prince Frederick. Jon is survived by his loving wife, Janice Rawlings Ogden, his beloved son, Jon Ryan Ogden and future daughter-inlaw, Sara Marie Waid. Jon was a native of Calvert County and graduated from Calvert High School in 1971. He worked for 30 years at the State Highway Administration in Prince Frederick, Md. Jon worked closely with the Adopt-a-Highway Program. Jon had a zest for life. He took great pleasure in spending time with his family and often traveled to various parts of the United States with his wife and son. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed sharing his passion for bowling by mentoring children in the sport. Jon’s favorite prodigy was his son, Jon Ryan. Jon was a devoted football enthusiast and was often quoted as being a “die hard” Redskins fan. Jon will be greatly missed by all his friends and family. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a generous heart. The family received friends for Jon’s Life Celebration on April 14, at the Prince Frederick Fire Department. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic, Md.
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Theodore Kardash M.D., 96 Theodore Kardash M.D., 96, a recent resident of Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, passed away on April 9. He was born on April 1, 1917 in Baltimore, Md. where he lived and practiced his whole life. He graduated from City College, The University of Maryland College Park, and The University of Maryland Medical School. Ted served as a physician in World War II in the Navy as a Lt. JG with the Marine Corps 1st. Division stationed in Guam. He also served with the 3rd. Marine Division stationed in China. He was released under honorable conditions in July 1946. He was awarded the Victory Ribbon and the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Ribbon. Believing in community involvement, he taught at the University of Maryland Medical School, volunteered time at the Women’s Correction Center in Jessup, Md., Bendix Corporation, and the United States Mariners Hospital. He became head of GYN services at Maryland General Hospital where he remained until retiring, leaving “during the golden age of medicine”. Ted is missed and always remembered as the consummate professional. He loved playing golf and was a member of the Baltimore Country Club, and the Country Club of Md. He enjoyed Preakness weekend festivities with family and friends for over 50 consecutive years. Ted was preceded in death by Margaret, his wife of 70 years, his parents, Camilla and Frank Kardash, and brothers John, Paul, and James. He is survived by brother Michael Kardash, of Rehoboth, Del., his daughter Linda Armiger, her husband Charles, son Daniel Kardash and wife Jeanne; granddaughters, Kelly Franz, Melissa Miller, Jennifer Trunk; Great-grandchildren, Logan, MacKenzie, Peyton, Rory, Camdyn, and Mia. Services and Interment will be private. Arrangements were handled by the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., Lusby, MD. For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com
Karen Elizabeth Nevius, 55 Karen Elizabeth Nevius, age 55, of Laurel, Md. passed away suddenly on April 6, at Howard County General Hospital, Columbia, Md. She was born in Takoma Park, Md. on Nov. 11, 1957 to Donald Garner and Ursula Ann (Yurawecz) Nevius. She was raised in Southern Anne Arundel County and was a 1975 graduate of Southern High School. Karen was employed as a station clerk with the Prince George’s County Police Department for over 30 years. She enjoyed crocheting and won many blue ribbons at county fairs. Karen was a kind and gentle hearted person always willing to help other people or animals in need. She enjoyed watching old
movies and television series and watching the trains traveling near her home. Karen was interested in her family history and researched her genealogy. She truly loved her nieces and enjoyed spoiling them. She was preceded in death by her father Donald G. Nevius Surviving are her mother Ursula A. Nevius of Shady Side, Md.; brother Andy Nevius and his significant other Pam Barry of Churchton, Md.; sister Mary Arnold and her husband Mike of Punta Gorda, Fla. and nieces Emily Arnold of Shady Side, Md. and Andria Arnold of Tampa, Fla. Friends were received on April 12 at Rausch Funeral Home, Owings, Md. where a service and celebration of Karen’s life were held. Memorial contributions may be made to any ASPCA. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes. com
Margaret Lorene Grover Ward, 97 Margaret Lorene Grover Ward, 97, of Lusby, passed away at Calvert County Nursing Center on April 12. She was born on Feb. 1, 1916 on Strathmore Farm in Solomons to the late Eva Garner Grover and Wilbur Grover. There were eight children in the family; being the oldest daughter she assumed many of the household responsibilities. From an early age she was called “Sissie” by her siblings and later “Aunt Sissie” by nieces and nephews. When her first sister-in-law joined the family she nicknamed her “Sarge” because of the way she ran the household. She resided in Calvert County her entire life. On Sept. 14, 1940 she married Thomas (Jimmy) Ward. Margaret was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church faithfully serving wherever she was needed. She was an active member in many community organizations volunteering many hours to help others. During her lifetime she donated 10 gallons of blood to the Red Cross Blood Bank. Margaret was known for being willing to give a helping hand to anyone who needed it. She was preceded in death by her husband and six of her siblings; brothers Garner (Pete) Grover and William Grover and sisters Sarah Lee McNemar, Edith Mae Gates, Lucille Mackiewicz and Lillian Wilson. Survivors include her brother, Douglas Grover of Texas; daughter Lorene and her husband Bill Bates of Lusby; grandchildren Jennifer and her husband Joe Hudson, Kristin and her husband Rob Halstead and Billy Bates. She is also survived by her six great grandchildren; Jade and Jordan Hudson, Nathan, Alison and Emily Halstead and Jamison Bates and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church of Lusby, Maryland or the Calvert County Nursing Center in Prince Frederick, Maryland.
Hugh Turley, 83 Hugh Turley, age 83, of Churchton, Md. passed away April 5 at Anne Arundel Medical Center Annapolis, Md. He was born June 23, 1929 in Port Chester, N.Y. to Hugh and Catherine (McCluskey) Turley. He was raised in County Down, Northern Ireland. While a teenager, Hugh worked as an apprentice to a coffin maker and later became a cabinet maker. Hugh joined the United States Army and served in the 28th Replacement Regimen from 1952 to 1955. He was disembarked to Indian Head, Md. in 1955 and was honorably discharged in May of 1960 A 20-year resident of District Heights, Md., he moved to Churchton in 1988. He was a lifetime member of the Carpenters Union, having proudly served as organizer and business agent for Local 1145. Hugh was also a FourthDegree Knight with the Knights of Columbus. He was an active member of Covenant of Jesus the Good Shepherd in Owings, Md. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, outings with his many close friends, and using his considerable talents as a carpenter to help anyone in need, especially many churches in the area. He was preceded in death by a son Daniel B. Turley and a brother Harold Turley. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Evelyn Turley; five children Patrick O. Turley and his wife Jennifer of Churchton, John H. Turley of Waldorf, Anne M. Dillon and her husband Chris of Dunkirk, Hugh Turley of Hagerstown, and Shelia G. Turley of Annapolis; grandchildren Ashley, Danny, Amanda, Anna, Candace, Brandon, Jenna, Shannon, Cara, Alyssa, Kathleen, Sarah and one great-granddaughter Tiffany. Friends called on April 11 at Rausch Funeral Home, Owings, Md. On April 12, a celebration of the mass of Christian burial was held at The Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd, 1601 West Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings. Interment with Military Honors will be 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes. com.
James Leroy Mackall, 76 James Leroy Mackall, 76, of Huntingtown, Md. passed away on April 3 at his residence. James was the son of Alonzo and Ozella Mackall and born on Jan. 2, 1937, in Huntingtown, Md. He attended Calvert County Public Schools. Then, he joined the United States Army. Upon returning home, he became a Calvert County School Bus Contractor and bus driver for 49 years. Later in life,
he started LM Trucking, Inc. His love for trucks and school buses provided employment for many Calvert County residents. On Aug. 24, 1963, he married Ella T. Hall. In addition to her, left to mourn his passing is his son, Antoine; brother, John W. Mackall, Sr.; sisters Hattie Carey and Carrie M. Chew. He was predeceased by his parents, and sister, Henrietta ones. He will be missed by all. Funeral service was held on April 10 at Calvary United Church, Sunderland, Md. with Rev. Michael Fields officiating. The interment was at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. The pallbearers were Kevin A. Chew Jr., Lionel O. Lee, Maurice A. Chew, Kevin A. Chew Sr., John H. Lee, Jr. and Don Hall. The honorary pallbearers were American Legion Gray-Ray Post 220. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick.
John Henry Wayson, 95 John Henry Wayson, 95, of Middletown, Va. and a former resident of Lothian, Md., passed away April 9 in Winchester, Va. He was born May 9, 1917 in Jewell, now a part of Dunkirk, to Robert A. and Daisy B. (Ward) Wayson. John Henry was raised in Jewell and attended the former McKendree School. He was a lifelong farmer raising tobacco, feed grains, turkeys, dairy cows and hogs. He was also a bus driver for over 30 years, working for Owens and later Spriggs Bus Services. John Henry married Frances Crandell on Nov. 12, 1939 and they lived in Lothian until moving to Virginia in 2006. He was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Lothian and was also a member of the Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau while he was actively farming. John Henry enjoyed baseball which he played in his youth and later played softball for many years as an adult. He also enjoyed watching basketball on TV and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and his dog Max. John Henry was preceded in death by his wife, Frances and siblings Thelma E. Sherbert, Robert A. Wayson, Genevieve A. Markham and Betty J. Wayson. He is survived by a son John Richard “Dicky” Wayson and wife Linda of Middletown, Va., granddaughters Shannon W. Ford and husband Cory of Winchester, Va. and Lottie W. Kohl and husband Geoff of North Augusta, S.C. Also surviving are greatgrandchildren Mark and Wyatt Ford; a sister Anna M. Buck of Upper Marlboro and a brother Roland B. Wayson of Dunkirk. Family and friends were received April 13 at Rausch Funeral Home, Owings, Md. where a funeral service and celebration of John Henry’s life will followed. Interment followed in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, Lothian, Md. Memorial donation in John Henry’s name may be made to Wesley Chapel U.M. Church, 1010 Wrighton Road, Lothian, MD 20711. To leave condolences visit www.rauschfuenralhomes.com.
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Anthony’s Sponsoring Autism Awareness Auction By Kimberly Alston Intern from Patuxent High School Anthony’s Bar and Grill, Dunkirk, will host the “Autism Awareness Auction” on April 20, with some proceeds going to The Autism Project. The event will feature a performance by “Pop Rocks”, a silent action from 6 to 8:30 p.m. followed by a live auction at 8:30. The event begins at 6 p.m. and is kid friendly from 6 to 9 p.m., with activities such as face-painting, different vendors, Maggie Moo’s, and special appearances from Batman and Elmo. Following the kid friendly fun, adults 21 and over can enjoy themselves from 9 p.m. until closing. For more information about the event, please call Jessica 443-684-6493 or
Charlene 410-257-2438. The Autism Project (TAP), located in Owings Maryland, is a nonprofit organization serving children and families in Calvert, Anne Arundel, St. Mary’s, Prince George’s, and Queen Anne County. TAP offers individual, group, family, and alternate services as well as summer programs. TAP runs out of a 1700 sq. ft. house, designed with autism spectrum students in mind. The house features play, learning, sensorymotor, calming and exercise rooms, a kitchen, and a separate “clubhouse” for middle and high school students. For more information, please contact TAP at 410-286-8240. With April dubbed Autism Awareness Month, many businesses may be hosting special events with the focus bringing awareness to the disorder.
Calvert Hospice Staff Certified in Palliative Care All six Calvert Hospice and Palliative Care staff members who applied now have additional certifications in Hospice and Palliative Care to enhance their respective roles at Calvert Hospice. These qualifications include: Administrative, Nursing and Social Worker certifications. Calvert Hospice Executive Director, Brenda Laughhunn, said, “We are excited to have this many employees who are interested in furthering their education with regard to end-of-life issues. This is value-added for our patients to have so many of our staff certified in both hospice and palliative care services. Development of expertise in this area has become formalized through recognition of palliative care by the specialty certification boards. It is quite an accomplishment.” Palliative care is a comprehensive approach to treatment that focuses on the
emotional, psychological, existential and physical suffering that often accompanies serious illness. This model of care strives to improve quality of life not only by relieving pain and other physical symptoms but also by addressing these diverse needs. Specialists in palliative medicine have a unique set of skills, which allow them to effectively care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Specifically, these practitioners are proficient in evaluating and reporting prognosis, discussing goals of care, reviewing treatment options, and in assessing and managing emotional, psychological, spiritual, and physical needs. Palliative care treats people suffering from serious and chronic illnesses such as cancer, congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kid-
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Courtesy photo from Joanne Flemming Colin Fleming, left, Andrew Kosa, Matthew Schwartz, Sean McCafferty and James Carroll of Boy Scout Troop 422 received their Eagle Scout, the highest rank in scouting, on April 13. High school seniors in the Calvert County Public School system – four of the five have known each other since their early years in elementary school completed community service project at Mount Harmony Elementary School, Jesus the Good Shepherd, Project Echo, Kings Landing and Calvert County Humane Society at Fishing Creek Kennel.
ney failure, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and many more. It helps you gain the strength to carry on with daily life. It improves your ability to tolerate medical treatments. And it helps you have more control over your care by improving communication so that you can better understand your choices for treatment. Working together with your primary doctor, the palliative care team provides: communication, pain and symptom management, support for navigating the healthcare system, guidance with choosing treatment choices, and emotional and spiritual support for the patient and their family members. For more information contact Brenda Laughhunn at: 410-535-0892 Ext. 4000.
Amy Szatanek, left, Social Services Coordinator; Sarah Simmons, Assistant Clinical Director and Hospice House Manager; Kim Twitchell, Registered Nurse; Brenda Laughhunn, Executive Director; Kara Rawlings, Clinical Director; and Lindsey Thompson, Registered Nurse.
Republicans Receive Voter Registration Training On April 10, Calvert County Election Board Registrar Kristen Scott visited new Calvert Republican headquarters and trained eleven people as certified Voter Registration Volunteers. The local GOP is gearing up for Super Saturday, April 27, a statewide Republican voter registration effort. Teams plan to visit unregistered and unaffiliated residents of neighborhoods in Dunkirk, North Beach, Prince Frederick, and Solomons. To volunteer or get more information, call 410-535-9100 or email calvertgop.hq@calvertgop. org. At present, Calvert's 59,174 voters are 39.6 percent Democrat, 39.7 percent Republican, and 20.7 percent other. The Calvert Election Board staff will also train volunteers at their office, 30 Duke Street (lower level), Prince Frederick (call ahead 410-535-2214).
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Entertainment Calendar Thursday, April 18 • Charles Thompson D.J. Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.
From Open Mic to Downtown Tunes By Alex Panos Staff Writer Folk Salad Trio, a band playing folk music tossed with other genres, began as three friends playing during an open mic night in 2009. A few months later they were on stage at Leonardtown’s Downtown Tunes, and local establishments eagerly booked the trio after that performance. “The three of us got together just for the heck of it to play some music,” Greg Penk, the band’s bassist, said. “It worked out so we put a band together.” Each member contributes to the lead and backup vocals in addition to playing instruments – Folk Salad Trio’s signature quality. “Really one of the things we’re known for is our vocal harmony,” Penk said. The band originally started playing primarily folk music, drawing comparisons to the folk music group Peter, Paul and Mary. Over time they have expanded their repertoire to cover a much wider music spectrum. They now cover other acoustic genres, play eight to 10 original pieces by percussionist and melodica player Debs Szymkowiak and cover music from local artist David Norris. The cover songs have a unique twist added to them, in order for Folk Salad Trio to interpret the songs with their own style. Slower or faster beats are used to create different harmonies – which causes the group to receive a great deal of positive feedback from the public. Much of their cover material comes from the 1930s and 40s. “We work a lot on our harmony,” Penk said, adding it takes up much of the practice time trying to get in sync.
• Live Music “Matt Garrett” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. • DJ Charles Thompson Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, April 19 • Hydra FX Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. • Live Music “Stacy Brooks Band” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. • Live Music “DJ Dave” Vera’s White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 7 p.m. • Casino Night Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (44219 Airport Rd. California) – 4 p.m. Courtesy Photos
Folk Salad Trio
Audiences at a Folk Salad Trio performance can expect to hear songs geared toward an older crowd, said Penk, “that won’t blow out your ear drums.” He says people enjoy the shows because, along with the three-point-harmony and quality of music, Folk Salad Trio is interactive with the audience. They ask the crowd to sing along on occasion, and even howl like a wolf during a rendition of Little Red Riding Hood Song by Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs. “We try to engage the audience and make them part of our enjoyment,” said Penk. The band formed in 2009, when Bob Augustine, lead guitarist asked Penk to join him in a jam session. Penk was dating Szymkowiak at the time– the two are now married – so she took part in the session as well. Shortly after they played at an open mic, and the rest is history. The group has no plans to expand or
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play in the bigger cities, Penk said they are content remaining local, having fun on weekends and putting on a show for the locals. Folk Salad Trio just enjoys playing in front of people, Penk concluded, in low-pressure gigs where everybody is enjoying themselves. Folk Salad Trio will plays at Port of Leonardtown at First Friday in Leonardtown this week, taking the stage at 5:30 p.m. They perform again on Earth Day, Apr 21, in town square at 1:30 p.m. according to Penk, and again in May at the Calvert Marine Museum’s Maritime festival in May. Regular gigs are hosted by Port of Leonardtown, Annmarie Garden, and on Sundays at Perigeaux Vineyards and Winery. Visit Folk Salad Trio on Facebook for all the latest schedule updates.
• Annual Spring Car Show Solomons Volunteer Rescue Station (13150 HG Trueman Rd, Solomons) – 9 a.m.
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• Gretchen Richie Jazz Cabaret after Earth Day on the Square Café des Artistes (41655 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown) – 5 to 8 p.m.
• Pounding Sand Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. • Live Music “Swamp Dog” Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. • Live Music Saturday Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road Prince Frederick) – 12 p.m. • Live Music “The Piranhas” Vera’s White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 9:30 p.m.
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• The Piranhas Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 2 p.m. • Live Music “Matt Zimmerman” Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road Prince Frederick) – 1 p.m. • Live Music “Sam Grow Band” Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Road Hughesville) – 1 p.m.
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Folk Salad Trio at Patuxent River Appreciation Days
Folk Salad Trio at Earth Day
• Cantina Trivia Tequila Grill & Cantina (30320 Triangle Drive, Charlotte Hall) – 7:30 p.m.
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Real Estate Rentals Lexington Park rentaLs $1150 3BR TH Nice! $1350 3BR Sfh Fenced $1250 3BR TH Clean!
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Apartment Rentals Large 2BDRM apartment with sep kitchen and living room area. 20mins from Waldorf and Lexington Park. Electric included with monthly rent. Pets are allowed, no yard access. Price: $1200. Call 301-399-0413 or email bbmangel36@gmail.com. Prince Frederick, Maryland (Calvert County). Nice room in private home with 2 closets and storage area. Less than 1 mile to all shopping, and CSM. Public transportation across the street. Includes utilities, AC, WIFI, and cable. Available immediately. Call Rick 443968-4727. Rent: $600.00
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Employment FT-Endoscopy Tech/ CNA needed for busy Busy and fast paced automotive repair facility in Lexington Park has an immediate opening for a Lube Technician. Candidate should have at least 3 years experience, excellent customer service skills and the ability to work Sundays. Competitive salary and benefits offered. precisiontune.com We are looking for a full time cashier/ receptionist to begin immediately! Seeking a very responsible, outgoing, self-motivated team player with great customer service skills! Experience is plus! We offer excellent benefits including health care, competitive salary (with experience), paid holidays/vacations and a fun work environment! If you are interested, please contact Turk at #301-449-5900 or email your resume to turk@clintoncycles.com.
Yard and Estate Sales KIDS ITEMS/TOYS/CLOTHING/ HOME GOODS OUTDOOR SALE
Saturday, April 20, 8am-Noon. Parking Lot of First Lutheran Church in Sunderland at the 2/4 Split. Portions of proceeds to benefit First Lutheran Church/ Little Lambs Preschool
EstatE and YardsalE sat. apr 27th 7 am – noon 22938 Gunston drive, lex. Park, Md antiques, collectables, vases, glassware, clothing, tv tubes, Christmas items, furniture and more!
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Out&About Throughout April
Back to the Beach April 4 to April 28 at ArtWorks@7th, North Beach. A new collection of art by artists Julia Musengo and Kathleen Addario, is inspired by old black and white photos of folks at the beach, by sand- smoothed bits of glass and pottery, and by shells and sharks teeth. These beach souvenirs join together in 3D collages, the photos come to life in oil paintings of soft summer color, and sharks teeth wage war against shells in a game of chess on a beach-like game board. Come out on Saturday, April 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. for our grand opening reception. On Saturday April 20 meet the artists again for ArtWork’s 10th anniversary celebration. The Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge 2013 Entries can be submitted online now through April 23, 2013. To help the next generation of great innovators, Discovery Education and 3M are looking for America’s next “Top Young Scientist.” Ten finalists, grades 5-8, will be chosen to work directly with a 3M scientist to create an innovation that solves a problem in everyday life that they will present at the 3M Innovation Center for the chance to win $25,000. For additional information and to enter, please visit www.youngscientistchallenge.com. Free Seven-Week Grief Course Fairview Library, 8120 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Owings, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Calvert Hospice is offering a free seven-week grief course entitled: “Understanding Your Grief: 10 Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart. The author of the discussion guide is renowned grief counselor and educator, Alan Wolfelt, PhD. The course will begin April 9 and run through May 21. Advanced registration is required. Adults who have experienced the death of another adult through illness within the last two year are encouraged to attend. Exceptions to these criteria are made on a case-by-case basis. For more information about this free grief course call Linzy Laughhunn, Community Outreach Specialist at 401-535-0892 ext 4008.
Friday, April 19 • Northern Middle School Silent Auction 2954 Chaneyville Rd, Owings, 6 p.m. Dinner is served at 7:30 p.m prices are $20 for adults and $12.50 for kids RSVP beforehand. Live auction will begin during the dessert/coffee bar hour. There will also be a 3on3 student Basketball Tournament with a special guest. Appearances by John Booty, Tony Massenburg and Gary Clark, photographs and autographs are allowed. For
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Community Events more information, contact Lauria Turner at 301-875-7304 or lnewkirkturner@ymail.com. • Community Clean-Up Take advantage of the warmer temperatures by cleaning up and cleaning out! The town of North Beach will provide dumpsters for residents to dispose of all items except for hazardous materials. (Hazardous materials include oilbased paints, pool chemicals, solvents, fertilizers, and other items usually labeled with the words “Danger,” “Poison,” or ‘Warning.”) The dumpsters will be available on April 19th, 20th, and 21st. They will be located near the corners of 2nd Street and Greenwood Avenue, 5th Street and Chesapeake Avenue, and 7th Street and Chesapeake Avenue.
Saturday, April 20 • Spring Fling Tennis Tournament Cove Point Park, Cove Point Road, Lusby The Calvert County Tennis Association (CCTA) puts on a tennis tournament each spring and uses the funds from the tournament to conduct several clinics for adaptive participants (people with mental and/or physical disabilities). It is opened to the public. There will be singles and doubles for both men and women. The application for the tournament is on the www.calverttennis.org website. For any other information contact Peter Siegert 410-326-4822 or Bryan Howell at 410-586 2005. • Bring Your Parents to the Museum Day Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This new event is aimed at the pre-school crowd and their parents, and sponsored by PNC’s Grow Up Great Initiative. There will be museum educators stationed throughout the museum showing parents how to use the museum’s resources as a fun teaching tool for pre-school children. Special age-appropriate activities designed to help children up to age 5. The PNC ‘Grow Up Great’ Mobile Learning Adventure will be in the parking lot from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Mobile Learning Adventure is a traveling exhibit that includes interactive kiosks and the “When I Grow Up” station, where kids dress up as different professionals and have their picture superimposed on an appropriate background. PNC is providing Milkshake Music Concert, led by singer Lisa Mathews and guitarist Mikel Gehl, at 11 a.m. in the auditorium. • The Southern Community Center Closed The Southern Community Center, located at 20 Appeal Lane Lusby And the surrounding parking lots for repaving and stripping. The library will be closed will reopen Monday, April 22 at 9 a.m. For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
• Community Clean-Up Take advantage of the warmer temperatures by cleaning up and cleaning out! The town of North Beach will provide dumpsters for residents to dispose of all items except for hazardous materials. (Hazardous materials include oilbased paints, pool chemicals, solvents, fertilizers, and other items usually labeled with the words “Danger,” “Poison,” or ‘Warning.”) The dumpsters will be available on April 19, 20, and 21. They will be located near the corners of 2nd Street and Greenwood Avenue, 5th Street and Chesapeake Avenue, and 7th Street and Chesapeake Avenue.
Sunday, April 21 • Spring Fling Tennis Tournament Cove Point Park, Cove Point Road, Lusby The Calvert County Tennis Association (CCTA) puts on a tennis tournament each spring and uses the funds from the tournament to conduct several clinics for adaptive participants (people with mental and/or physical disabilities). It is opened to the public. There will be singles and doubles for both men and women. The application for the tournament is on the www.calverttennis.org website. For any other information contact Peter Siegert 410-326-4822 or Bryan Howell at 410-586 2005. • Chesapeake Community Chorus Practice North Beach Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach, 4 to 6 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus is an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. We are looking to add new singers to the chorus. No auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477 for more information.
Monday, April 22 • Monday Memories Tour Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard The public is invited to free Monday Memories guided tours of Point Farm, located at JPPM in St. Leonard. All are welcomed to enjoy the memories of Calvert County, the Patterson family, JPPM or those who once worked on the land that is now JPPM. Visitors may share stories or simply enjoy the tour and listen to the memories of others. Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983, Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating JPPM. The tour highlights this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. For more information, call 410586-8562 or go to www.jefpat.org.
Blue Crabs Continue to Countdown to Top Promotion No. 10: Sunday, June 23 – Disney Day At The Ballpark, Chick-fil-A Backfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday”: The Blue Crabs will bring out the child in you when Regency Furniture Stadium becomes “enchanted” for the day on Sunday, June 23 at 2:05 p.m. Mickey and Minnie Mouse will be making an appearance during the game, while the Blue Crabs feature different Disney movie-themed promotions throughout the ballpark. This Sunday matinee is also a Backfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday” for all kids club participants, in which all members get into every Sunday home game during the season for free. Each member will have a chance to hit a ball from home plate at 1:10 p.m., ride the bumper boats and play in the Blue Crabs Kids Zone for free and run the bases after the game on this select Sunday in June. No. 9: Sunday, April 28 – Faith & Family Night, Magnet Schedule Giveaway, Chick-fil-A Backfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday” Featuring Iron Man and War Machine Character Appearance: Sunday, April 28 will include our first of two installments of our Faith and Family Night promotion at Regency Furniture Stadium at 2:05 p.m. The Christian rock band “Tuesday Night Live” will be performing before the start of the game, while player/coach Jeremy Owens explains how faith has touched his life and an opening game prayer will be given on the field prior to first pitch. Be sure to get to
the park early as the first 1,000 fans will receive a free magnet schedule presented by Community Bank of Tri-County. The game also features our Chick-fil-A’s Backfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday,” in which all kids’ club members get into every Sunday home game during the season for free and will have an opportunity to participate in a pre-game family catch on the field from 1:10 p.m. to 1:25 p.m., meet Iron Man and War Machine, ride the bumper boats and play in the Blue Crabs Kids Zone for free and run the bases after the game. The D.C. Padres will also host their game on the field at the conclusion of the Blue Crabs contest. No. 8: Friday, May 31 – Turn Back The Clock Night, Post-Game Fireworks: Party like it’s 1999, ’89 or whatever era you grew up in on Turn Back The Clock Night on Friday, May 31, with first pitch slated at 7:05 p.m. The Mayberry Deputy will be in attendance to greet fans, sign autographs and take pictures, while featured music from different eras plays throughout the stadium and staff and player photos from the past are shown on the video board throughout the game. Don’t forget to hang tight in your seat after the game for post-game fireworks, a feature of every Friday and Saturday home game. No. 7: Saturday, July 6 – Tag-Teaming Heart Health And Awareness, Post-Game Fireworks, Post-Game Party On The Field: Tag family and friends into the ring and bring them
out to the ballpark for Blue Crabs first-ever Heart Health and Awareness night on Saturday, July 6 at 6:35 p.m. In an event unlike any other done before at Regency Furniture Stadium, fans will “Rock the Red” in support of heart health with former WWF/WWE wrestler Jerry “The King” Lawler, who suffered a heart attack in 2012. “The King” will be available for photos and autographs during the game. As with every Friday and Saturday home game there will be a post-game fireworks show presented by Winegardner Auto Group as well as a post-game party on the field on this Friday in July. No. 6: Friday, June 21 - College & University Night With An Appearance By Monster’s Inc., Post-Game Fireworks: School might be in your rearview mirror, but don’t miss your chance to take advantage of your college status on Friday, June 21 at 7:05 p.m. The Blue Crabs will be joined by a featured university to offer special discounts and promotion codes for those who show their college I.D. at the gate. Tonight’s game also includes a Monster’s Inc. character appearance by Mike and Sully as well as post-game fireworks after the Blue Crabs game. Promotions 5-1 will be announced next Friday, April 19 to conclude the list of the top 25 promotions. Individual tickets for the 2013 season are on sale. All promotions are subject to change.
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Library Events
Playtime is learning and discovery Thursday, April 18 time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other par• Yes, You CAN Use a Computer! ents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. a non-battery operated toy to share. No 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings), 2 to registration. For ages birth through 5 3 p.m. years old. 410-257-2101. Learn how to use COSMOS, da tabases and other online resources the • Playtime library offers. The training will last one Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch hour and will take place in a small group. (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Please register. 410-257-2101. Beach), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery • Kids Just Want to Have Fun time for you and your child. Engage in Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 interactive play, connect with other parCostley Way), 2 to 3 p.m. ents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring Reading, discussion and projects for a non-battery operated toy to share. No children in K - 3rd grade. Please register. registration. For ages birth through 5 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. years old. 410-257-2411. • Kids Just Want to Have Fun • Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Costley Way), 11 to 11:30 a.m. Beach), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Playtime is learning and discovery Reading, discussion and projects time for you and your child. Engage in for children in kindergarten to 3rd grade. interactive play, connect with other carePlease register. This month’s theme: givers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery Earth Day. 410-257-2411. operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410• Couponing Workshop 535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble Get the basics on clipping and us- & more ing coupons with local coupon celebrity Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Kimberly Pepper-Hoctor. Pepper-Hoctor Costley Way), Noon to 3 p.m. is a 30-year coupon veteran and has Want to learn Mahjong? Hope to been featured in the Washington Post, make your Scrabble skills killer? Games on BBC-TV, BBC News and Southern are a great way to keep your brain sharp MD This is Living. Come learn her se- while having fun! Join us. 410-535-0291 crets! Please register. 410-535-0291 or or 301-855-1862. 301-855-1862. Monday, April 22
Friday, April 19
• On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Saturday, April 20
• Family Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 10 to 10:45 a.m. This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children will make a craft weekly. Today’s theme TBD. Please register. 410-326-5289. • Garden Smarter: Salad Boxes, Tables, and Containers Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 10 to 11:30 a.m. Home grown salad greens can be yours April to November. Watch a demonstration on building and planting a salad box – great for decks, patios, condos, and apartments. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Yes, You CAN Use A Computer Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 10 to 11 a.m. Beginners can learn how to create and use an email account. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. • Playtime Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.
• Books & Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 10 to 11 a.m. Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots! Book club for mom, playtime for kids! This month’s selection is Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter. 410-326-5289.
• Monday Morning Movies and More Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for movies and a story. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. • Lifelong Learning Series: Downloading eBooks using Overdrive Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Do you own an iPad, Kindle, Nook, or other eReader or tablet? Did you know you can check out eBooks from the library for any of these devices? In this workshop we’ll show you how, and discuss the differences between the devices themselves. Please register, and if you have a device, please bring it. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Tuesday, April 23
• Tween Cooking Event Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 6:30 to 8 p.m. Let your inner chef out on this evening at Calvert Library-Prince Frederick. Tweens will have the chance to put their cooking skills to work and make their own delicious food creations! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
SENIOR LIVING
Senior Citizen News
Summer Fun Classes are filling up for the Intergenerational Camp at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Enjoy a week of activities at with your elementary-age grandchild(ren), July 15 to 19 at 10 a.m. Brochures are available at all three senior centers. Fee: $35 per grandparent/grandchild pair, $15 each additional person, includes all supplies and one free DVD. Registration forms must be received by May 25. For more information call 410-5354606 or 301-855-1170. Free Advance Directives In celebration of Law Day, Wednesday, May 1 at 9 a.m., the Office on Aging, in conjunction with Davis, Upton, Palumbo & Dougherty, LLC, will be preparing advance directives at all three senior centers, free of charge, for Calvert County seniors. Contact your local senior center to schedule a 30-minute appointment. Commission on Aging (COA) Are you interested in advocating for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Calvert County? Submit an application to the Board of County Commissioners for appointment to the COA. For more information, call the Office on Aging, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.
Wednesday, April 24
Caregivers Conference The 21st Annual Southern Maryland Caregivers Conference is Friday, April 26, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Richard R. Clark Senior Center in La Plata. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about caring for loved ones in the home. The $22 fee includes conference materials, continental breakfast and boxed lunch. For more information or to register, call 301-934-0128 or email olmstedc@charlescounty.org.
• PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby), 10:25 to 10:55 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-326-5289.
Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) • Sing your favorite disco tunes, laugh with your friends and have a good time at Disco Karaoke and Coffee, Tuesday, April 23, 11 a.m. Staff and seniors can participate. • Nursing students from the College of Southern Maryland will host a Wellness Clinic, Thursday, April 25, 9 to 11 a.m. They will conduct blood pressure screenings, check body mass index and make short health presentations. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) It’s back again, a fun evening of food and games! Come out and enjoy Game Night and Dinner, Tuesday, April 30, 5 to 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $5/person Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Nursing students from College of Southern Maryland will host Visiting Nurses, Tuesday, April 23, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. They will discuss various health concerns and take blood pressures and other vital signs. There is no fee. An AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Tuesday, April 30, 9:30 a.m. Registration and payment are due in advance. Fee: $12 / members, $14 / non-members Eating Together Menu Lunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Contributions are suggested. For reservations or to cancel your reservations call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, April 22: Hot Dog, Pinto Beans, Cole Slaw, Fresh Fruit, Orange Juice. Tuesday, April 23: Beef Stew, Rice, Salad, Biscuit, Chocolate Chip Cookie. Wednesday, April 24: Salad w/Chicken Strips, Pickled Beets, Pickles, Breadsticks, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie. Thursday, April 25: Vegetable Soup w/Beans, Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Warm Apples. Friday, April 26: BBQ Pulled Chicken, Tossed Salad, Potato Salad, BBQ Baked Beans, Fruit.
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