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Young children are creative beings with highly impressionable minds. Why not develop those traits at Annmarie Garden? Annmarie Garden offers a Mom’s Club in the artLAB on the first and third Mondays of each month, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and you’re invited!
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Team building, leadership and fun – campers had the opportunity to learn about themselves and build relationships with law enforcement officers during the 18th annual Camp COPS.
James Flynt works with Remi, a mustang rescued by Sophia’s Oasis for Equines and being trained for a future adoptive family. S.O.F.E. was created as a result of receiving numerous requests for assistance in re-homing, caring, training and assisting current owners with their horses. As the economy has deteriorated, the need for assistance has increased.
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Serving Those Who Served By Kaitlin Davis Contributing Writer The Honor Flight Network serves World War II, Korean and Vietnam veterans by providing a free trip to see their memorials in Washington D.C. Since their beginnings in 2005, Honor Flight has transported thousands of veterans, 125,000 in just this year, from all over the country. Created by Earl Morse and Jeff Miller, Honor Flight Network was created to provide a need to WWII, Korean and Vietnam veterans who had not yet been able to see their memorials in D.C. Both Morse and Miller came across veterans that desired to see their memorials but due to cost, transportation or health issues, were unable to go. Using their own money and planes both pilots flew about 12 or 20 veterans total on
the first trip to help their wish become a reality at no cost to the veteran. When asked how veterans react to seeing their memorials, Dave Nichols, board member of Honor Flight Network, said, “Over the years, it’s been a mixed bag, but for the most part, when they get off the buses at the WWII memorial, one they are just in awe because there are so many people out there...and there are a lot of watery eyes.” For the majority of these veterans, going to these memorials brings them closure and reassures them that even the smallest participation in the war made the biggest difference. When veterans get off the buses, crowds of people, cheering and showing their appreciation for those who fought, greet them. Many want to shake their hands and want to learn their stories. GIs dressed in uniform are sometimes present and the veterans are reminded of those men who fought alongside them that may not have made it home. “You can see it in their eyes that they are thinking about someone they knew during the war that didn’t make it back, espe-
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cially standing in front of the Wall of Gold Stars, which represents all those who died during the war,” said Nichols. These veterans are given this opportunity free of charge. Through the generosity of private businesses, corporations and donations, Honor Flight is able to provide a moving experience for veterans. They have also paired up with Southwest Airlines and others to provide “green passes” that allow anyone to get on a plane from any place and fly anywhere. Though there are 133 hubs spread over 46 states, some veterans are far from a hub, but through the green passes, they are able to get to a hub close to them. Veterans who travel by plane are also able to experience a send off and welcome home event. “It’s a mob scene of people, from politicians, local media, friends, family and volunteers, waving flags, welcoming veterans home because a lot of the veterans, especially WWII veterans, never got a welcome home after the war...” said Nichols. Many may be thinking, “Well, how do I get involved?” For those individuals, vol-
unteers are welcomed and appreciated! Volunteers are able to participate in the trips, the send off and welcome home events and if needed, are able to be guardians. Guardians are given to every veteran and they are usually a family member. However, guardians do have to have to pay their own way. “In think in the long run, I just have pride that I’m part of a large group of people who makes this possible, so there’s a certain amount of satisfaction I get from that knowing that these people are getting closure and are getting to see the memorial before they are gone,” said Nichols. Toward the end of September, Honor Flight Capital Region, the local hub in D.C., will be hosting a trip that will leave from the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. For more information, contact Michael Garceau, President of the Honor Flight Capital Region, at 312-714-4337 or by email at michael@honorflightcr.org or visit www. honorflight.org and www.honorflightcr.org. news@countytimes.net
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Local Veteran Nationally Honored
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Elmer Mackall recieves the Congressional Gold Medal.
The highest civilian medal for distinguished achievement is the Congressional Gold Medal. During a ceremony at the American Legion Gray-Ray Post 220 on July 22, local community member Elmer Mackall was awarded the medal. Local and state officials and representatives from the United States Marine Corps (USMC) came out to recognize Mackall, one of the Montford Point Marines. In November 2011, President Barack Obama signed a bill awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to each member of the Montford Point Marines “for outstanding perseverance and courage that inspired social change in the Marine Corps.� Mackall was drafted into the USMC during the World War II era and was stationed at Guadal Canal following bootcamp at Camp Montford Point in North Carolina. During this time, the military was segregated. African Americans were only allowed on nearby Camp Lejeune if accompanied by a white Marine. At the end of the war, Mackall returned to Calvert County, where he and wife Lillie Mae raised six children.
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Community Discusses Drug Use in Calvert By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Local officials, community members and state representatives gathered at a forum on July 18 at the Northeast Community Center to talk about the local drug problem and what actions can be taken to combat local drug abuse. The evening’s panelists were County Commissioner President Pat Nutter, County Commissioner Evan K. Slaughenhaupt, Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans, Board of Education Members Joe Chenelly and Kelly McConkey, Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. and Delegate Mark Fisher. Local resident and Baltimore City police detective Greg Ostrander organized the event. Attendees were told preventing drug use can begin at home by disposing of old prescriptions and monitoring medications. Each forum member took a few minutes to speak. Miller and Fisher both told stories about relatives who got involved in drugs. In Miller’s case it was a brother whose habit cost him his wife, his family and his job. Eventually me managed to get clean and started again in Texas. Fisher spoke about his cousin who died from an overdose. Fisher talked about his efforts to require electronic dispensers to be distributed with opiates to avoid overmedicating and expressed his dismay at the lack of action to stem the drug problems statewide. He and other forum members were worried that the decriminalization of marijuana will be a gateway to legalization.
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“If you lose a loved one, it’s not funny,” Fisher said. Chenelly spoke about the DARE program at schools, which was cut in the fifth grade to make space for more instructional time. While it is still offered to sixth graders, he said students need to have the information when they are younger. He also spoke about efforts to provide instruction to students who need to be out of school for treatment. “School should not be a reason to not get treatment,” he said. Members of the community spoke up about regulating and monitoring pawnshops and jewelers and buy precious metals. One women talked about her grandson, who stole all of her gold jewelry and sold it to buy drugs. Evans praised local groups such a the Prescription Drug Abatement Council and the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, which have been working to get information into the community about drug use and treatment options. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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During their regularly scheduled meeting on July 16, the Calvert County Democratic Women’s Club held an auction to raise money for their scholarship fund. Auction items were donated by local Democrats. Curent Board of Education member and Board of County Commissioners candidate Kelly McConkey. The auction raised $865, which will go toward the $1,000 scholarships the club awards every year. Club Treasurer Margaret Phipps said they hope to award four scholarships in 2014, one for every high school in the county.
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Maryland State Police Blotter The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
Failure to Obey Lawful Order: On July 14 at 6:40 a.m., Trooper Palumbo stopped a vehicle on Lower Marlboro Rd. in Huntingtown for traffic violations. Stephen P. Miller, 44 of Huntingtown, was driving on a suspended license. He was advised he could not continue to drive and he agreed to make arrangements for his own disposition. Approximately 5 minutes later, after resuming traffic enforcement, Trooper Palumbo observed Miller driving past. He was arrested for failing to obey a lawful order. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft: On July 14 at 7:28 p.m., Trooper Warrick responded to the Peebles store in Prince Frederick for a reported shoplifting complaint. Three males came into the store and stole large quantities of clothing from a sales table near the front entrance of the store. Approximate value of the merchandise was $7036. A witness to the event was able to provide a possible registration number for the get-away vehicle. Investigation continues. Theft from Vehicle: On July 15 at 6:37 p.m., Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded to the 12400 block of Coyote Court in Lusby for a report of a theft. The victim reported that the rear registration plate 2AV4992 was missing along with the mount for the plate. The missing plate has been entered into METERS/NCIC. Investigation continues. Theft: On July 16 at 5:53 p.m., Trooper Warrick received a report of a prescription medication theft. The victim reported that her ex-boyfriend and his sister had access to her purse while she was taken to the hospital. Once she was back in possession of her purse, she found a number of prescription pills missing. Investigation continues. Revoked License / Possession of Cocaine: On July 17 at 8:18 a.m., Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Calvert Beach Rd. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. Oliver J. Sherbert, 53 of Prince Frederick, was arrested for driving on a revoked license. Upon exiting the vehicle, Sherbert was moving his
hands around his waist area as if he was trying to discard something from his person. A homemade smoking device containing suspected Cocaine residue was located under the door frame of the vehicle. He initially denied ownership of the CDS but later claimed ownership and admitted to discarding the item in an effort to avoid being charged with it. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Marijuana: On July 19 at 11:25 p.m., Trooper Newcomer stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Plum Point Rd. in Huntingtown for traffic violations. A strong odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed suspected marijuana in the purse of the driver, Theressa D. Young, 49 of Hyattsville, and another baggie of suspected marijuana was located on the side of the passenger seat. The passenger, James H. Robinson, 47 of Washington, DC, and the driver, Young, were both arrested and transported to the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for processing. Burglary: On July 20 at 11:19 p.m., Trooper Newcomer was responding to a burglary at the Granados Tire Store in Prince Frederick, while enroute he located the suspect. Trooper Newcomer attempted to stop the suspect and he did not comply, exited his vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. James N. Bryant, 35 of Elkridge, was apprehended. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Crack Cocaine: On July 15 at 5:02 a.m., Trooper Palumbo responded to the 12600 block of Mill Creek Rd. in Lusby for a check welfare request. Upon arrival, Trooper Palumbo found William H. Burns, 27 of Lusby, unconscious. CPR was performed and Burns was transported to the hospital for further patient care. While speaking with Katelyn M. Corrliss, 20, and Nichole D. Hobar, 33, both of Lusby, to obtain Burns medical history, several prescription drugs were located and further investigation revealed crack cocaine. Open charges are pending for Burns, Corliss and Hobar for CDS: Possession – Not Marijuana.
Calvert County Crime Solvers’ Case of the Week Calvert County Crime Solvers and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for the burglary at a home in the 100 block of Cove Point Road in Lusby during the daytime hours on July 15. Over $1,400 dollars in property was stolen to include an Xbox One, Beats headphones, and Xbox games. Citizens with information on this crime or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling 410-535-2880. If the information leads to an arrest and conviction, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.
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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. During the week of July 14 through July 20 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,427 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 http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward. CDS Violation Case #14-39336: On July 13 at 11:01 a.m. Dep. W. Rector conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near the Shell Gas Station on Md. Rt. 260 and Md. Rt. 778 in Owings for driving above the posted Garrison speed limit. He found the driver, identified as Cordell Valentino Garrison, 21 of Upper Marlboro, to be driving on a suspended license and in possession of drugs. Garrison was charged with possession of marijuana less than 10 grams.
ing on a hand-held cellular telephone. The driver turned off southbound Md. Rt. 4 onto W. Dares Beach Road and into the parking lot of the KFC Restaurant and parked. Cpl. Naecker approached the vehicle and obHeinl served the driver with suspected drugs. The driver, David Paul Skirvin, 29, and passenger, Taylor Marie Heinl, 26, both of Lusby, were charged with possession of Heroin and possession of Alprazolam. Skirvin was also cited for use of a cell phone while driving.
CDS Violation Case #14-39413: On July 13 at 8:01 p.m. deputies responded to the Lusby Food Lion parking lot for the report of a vehicle parked in the travel lane of the lot with the driver and a passenger asleep. Darling Dep. W. Durner made contact with the two subjects who appeared to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. The driver, identified as Bryan Ross Darling, 28 of Lusby, was arrested and charged with possession of heroin and drug paraPlitt phernalia; two metal spoons. Darling advised that a third person was with them and he was inside the Food Lion store. Durner located that individual, identified as Mark Thomas Plitt, 23, also of Lusby, and found him to be in possession of suspected drugs. Plitt was charged with possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia, two metal spoons and a syringe. Charges are pending against the female passenger who was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Disorderly Case #14-39836: On July 15 at 4:04 p.m. Cpl. D. Canning responded to a storefront on E. Chaneyville Road in Owings for the report of an intoxicated disorderly male. Canning made contact Haran with the subject, identified as Brian Joseph Haran, 21 of Chesapeake Beach, who appeared to be intoxicated and was yelling and cursing at one of the store owners. Haran was asked numerous times to sit on a bench and stop hollering but he approached Canning and pushed his chest against the deputy, who immediately subdued Haran and placed him in the police cruiser with assistance from DFC Migliaccio. Haran had to be restrained to prevent him from kicking the inside of the cruiser. Haran was charged with assault on a law enforcement officer, disorderly conduct, failure to obey a lawful order and resisting arrest.
Assault Case #14-39694: A woman on War Bonnet Trail in Lusby advised Dep. W. Beisel that on July 14 at 11:35 p.m. she was on her front porch when a dog came onto her porch. She states that a man then approached her and said the dog was friendly. He then asked her if she was home alone and stroked her arm. The woman was able to get into her house and lock the door and called police. A canvas of the area was conducted but no one was located. Attempted Burglary Case #14-39815: Someone attempted to pry open the door to a shed behind a home in the 11200 block of Oakwood Drive in Dunkirk between July 13 and 15. Entry was not made and nothing was taken. DFC J. Migliaccio is investigating. CDS Violation Case #14-39818: On July 15 at 2:10 p.m. Cpl. M. Naecker located a vehicle whose driver had been reported to be in possession of suspected drugs and possibly using them while driving. Naecker followed the vehicle and observed the driver talk-
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Burglary Case #14-39855: Dep. W. Beisel is investigating the burglary to a home in the 100 block of Cove Point Road in Lusby during the daytime hours on July 15. Over $1,400 dollars in property was stolen to include an Xbox One, Beats headphones, and Xbox games. Fraud Case #14-40389: Someone passed a counterfeit bill at a produce stand in Dunkirk on July 17. DFC J. Hardesty is investigating. Fraud Case #14-40408: A second incident of passing counterfeit bills occurred the same day at the Dunkirk Walmart by two male suspects. The investigation by DFC Hardesty is ongoing. Burglary and Assault Case #14-40901: A complainant reported to Dep. M. Trigg that on July 20 at about 10:00 p.m. he returned to a residence he is staying in on Ridge View Road in Lusby and saw an unknown male on the front porch. The unknown male suspect, who had a knife in his hand, chased the complainant down the front walk. The complainant then stopped and turned and struck the suspect with a baseball bat. The suspect then fled the scene on foot. It does not appear that entry into the home was made. The complainant was not injured. The investigation continues.
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The Garvey Senior Activity Center According to the Maryland Department of Aging, the number of older Marylanders is increasing rapidly. The 60-plus population in St. Mary’s County is expected to rise 129.38 percent from 2010 to 2040, according to U.S. Census figures cited by the Maryland Department of planning. Our wonderful senior activity centers provide programs, exercise classes, health information, food, trips, and entertainment for our senior population, age 50 and up. Our senior activity centers address this population’s needs in the southern part of the county at the Loffler Senior Activity Center and in the northern part of the county at the Northern Senior Activity Center. But the Garvey Senior Activity Center, located in St. Mary’s County’s fastest growing jurisdiction, Leonardtown, is old, small, and inadequate. Unfortunately, the Capital Improvement Budget shows that our county officials aren’t even scheduled to start planning for the replacement of the Garvey Senior Activity Center until FY 2018. This means a replacement building probably won’t be built until 2020, at the earliest. Those of us who utilize the Garvey Senior Activity Center feel this is too late to start this planning. We have set up a committee, the Garvey Group, to persuade the St. Mary’s County Commissioners to move the planning to replace the Garvey Senior Activity Center to FY 2016. If you would like to join us, our next meeting is Thursday,
July 31, at the Potomac Building in Room 14. If you can’t join us, we hope, no matter your age, that you will support us by signing our petition when it is presented to you so that we can show our commissioners that many St. Mary’s County citizens support our contention that the planning for the replacement building for the Garvey Senior Activity Center in Leonardtown should be moved to FY 2016. Moving the planning to FY 2016 will give seniors an opportunity to have a new, larger, more modern building by 2018 or 2019. Whom do you know who will benefit from the activities and information provided by a new Garvey Senior Activity Center? Think about it and support us with your attendance or signature. Please contact Margaret Forrest to request Petitions for signature and to submit the Petitions to the Garvey Group. Our response deadline for the Petitions is no later than November 22, 2014, however, we request you submit them to Mrs. Forrest, as they are complete. Contact information is as follows. Email address is mcforrest61@gmail.com or mailing address is: The Garvey Group Co-Leads: Pamela Herold (Leonardtown), Dale Taylor (Hollywood), Margaret Forrest (Leonardtown)
Thank You to Sponsors of the Wounded Warriors Fishing Trip We would like to thank the sponsors that helped take the Wounded Warriors fishing. The Solomons Charter Captains Association was privileged to host the Wounded Warrior Program for the 2nd annual Solomons, WWP fishing event and BBQ. Without the generous support of these sponsors this event would not have been possible. SCCA was able to provide a day of fishing with all amenities to 73 Wounded Warriors families. All participants went home with coolers full of fish and were treated to an all you can eat BBQ! SCCA appreciates these sponsors assistance in making this eventpossible. Scheibel Construction, Prince Frederick Ford, Dominion Power, CTS, Ripples, Clark Mechanical, Cove Point Storage, Buck Distributing, Dunkirk Supply, Howlin Concrete, Don Eierman, Jim Hall Real Estate, Welch Rushe, D Steel Supply, WL Gary, Washburn's Boat yard, Matrix Data, Weems Custom Building, Calvert Marina, Mimi's Station, George Nichols Family, Adam's Ribs, Southern Calvert Baptist Church, Chesapeake Custom Embroidery. We are grateful for the support of these local businesses. Thank you for helping the Solomons Charter Captains Association make this event the resounding success it was! The Solomons Charter Captains Association (Wounded Warrior Project Team)
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Clark’s Term Ending By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2 Many constituents are asking me about my reaction to the recent Primary Election and also asking me how Commissioner Jerry Clark is doing. A surprising (to me) number of people have told me that they were surprised to find that my name was not on the ballot, despite my having announced months ago that I would not seek re-election and despite my continuing to mention it. Some people are angry with me, saying that I am “needed.” While I sincerely appreciate the compliment, no one is indispensable. Commissioner Clark is doing fine. He told me that he was “going to go make more money.” I am sure he will! You see, he is a self-made man. He started his career as a meat cutter/butcher for Safeway. He saved his money and bought the old Calvert Room in Prince Frederick. It was the ONLY late night venue in Prince Frederick and probably in most of Calvert County for many years. He slept a few hours, then went to work at his day job. This is not to say that he didn’t have fun. He did. He also got to know all the “good old boys” of Calvert County and maintained those friendships to this day. At various times, Commissioner Clark has owned a variety of businesses in Calvert County. He is a natural businessman. He works very hard to make his projects successful. Even more importantly, he understands banking and financing in a way I never will. Nor will anyone else on the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Oh, yes, all the BOCC has negotiated with Wall Street. I understand pensions and Other Post Employment Benefits, including actuarial projections, in a way I never expected. But I can not structure “a deal” the way that Commissioner Clark can. I can be a tough bargainer, which my late husband would have been happy to verify with some funny stories. But I do not understand real estate the way he does. I don’t know complicated financial instruments the way he does. I wouldn’t know when a large corporation is fudging the books the way he does. Commissioner Clark has a complicated personality. It took me a LONG time to REALLY get to know him. He is friendly and congenial and a very loyal friend to his long-time friends, among whom I hope to be able to count myself. He is not well-educated in the formal sense, but he is extremely street-smart. We had discussed whether either one of us was going to run again. It was not an easy decision either way. Both of us could make a lot more money out of office, because we are both as ethical as humanly possible. Both of us love and adore our grandchildren. He get s a new photo of his granddaughter, Eleanor, every single day, as she lives in San Francisco, is 2 ½ years old and has a new sister joining her, necessitating frequent trips to the West Coast. Both of us have other career options. The difference in our decisions about whether or not to run came down to our sense of responsibility. I felt that 12 years of 24/7, 365 days a year, (yes, even on Christmas, things happen) was enough. Commissioner Clark loves his job, but mostly, he was concerned about the new tax revenue from the proposed Dominion Project and how it would be spent. He wanted to make sure that money was spent wisely. Some are trying to spend it when we do not even have it yet, nor is there any guarantee we will. Both he and I have lived through the interminable delays in the Calvert Cliffs third nuclear reactor, which we once thought was a done deal. Our terms end on December 16, 2014. We have a few things we want to accomplish between now and then. We can both leave with a great deal of pride and satisfaction at the condition in which we will be leaving Calvert County. Hopefully, the new BOCC, whoever they are, will have the wisdom to seek Commissioner Clark’s creative counsel regarding complicated fiscal issues. Calvert County would benefit.
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Making Connections By Emily Charles Contributing Writer Are you a veteran? If you are, you’re eligible to sign up for the College of Southern Maryland’s Making Connections: The First Year Seminar for Veterans this fall. Making Connections: The First Year Seminar is a class offered to all new students at CSM, and for the first time, veterans are being offered admission towards the end of the fall semester, according to Dorothy Hill. “This fall the first-year seminar is offering a section for veterans during the last week of the Summer II session with the thought that student-veterans would have a good orientation to the college before starting their classes,” said Integrative Learning Center Director Michelle Simpson. “The course was developed by longtime faculty members Professor Kim Donnelly and Professor Michelle Simpson. Sections tailored for certain populations such as returning adult students and students testing into college preparatory reading, are offered in addition to the sections for the general population. All sections, regardless of the population, will teach students skills that will allow them to succeed in all their college courses. Students will create academic plans, learn time management skills, study skills, research skills and speaking skills,” said Hill. The course is being offered at the CSM Campus in La Plata, and if all goes well, more locations may be added next year, said Simpson. Veterans enrolled come from all branches of service, as people from the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard and Reserves have applied for attendance, said CSM Veterans Affairs Coordinator Robert Henry, who retired from the Navy after 22 years of service. “Some student veterans enrolling at CSM retired from the service while many served only one tour of duty; most probably fall somewhere in between,” said Henry. While the veterans at CSM come from all walks of life, they all have one unifying quality: “The greatest similarity among veterans enrolling at CSM is that most of them have not been in a traditional academic setting/classroom for many years. The military encourages a ‘can-do’ spirit within its ranks and student veterans tend to bring that same spirit to their academic pursuits. If given the opportunity and resources, most will likely succeed,” said Henry. Upon passing the class, three general education credits are received by participants, said Simpson. All students must meets with an advisor and register by August 8. For more information, contact CSM Integrative Learning Center Director Michelle Simpson at MSimpson@csmd. edu, Advising at advisor@csmd.edu or 301-934-7574. news@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Maryland State Police Prince Frederick barrack recently wrapped up the 18th annual Camp COPS on July 18. During the week, students went out on the boat with the Natural Resources Police, participated in K9 unit and martial arts demonstrations and got basic CPR training, according to Community Resource and School Safety Specialist Larry Titus, a longtime councilor with Camp COPS (Courage to be Outstanding with Pride and Confidence). Campers went swimming at the end of every day and went on a field trip to the Prince Frederick on July 17. The last day of camp is normally a free day, Titus said. They hold a kickball tournament and let campers run the obstacle Troopers Jeff Gibson, left, Bruce Devard, Katie Follin, Christopher Merkel and James Barth donated their time to help at course, and wrap up camp with an awards ceremony. Camp COPS. This year, the camp welcomed 120 campers, Titus said. Camp COPS focuses on rising sixth graders, with the goal of easing the transition from elementary school to middle school, he said. Camp COPS staff member Katie McDonough started out as a camper 14 years ago, and continued returning as a camper, a helper and a staff member. She has only missed two camps, one when her father died and one when she gave birth to her daughter. “I have no bad memories here,” she said. Campers learn that law enforcement officers are normal people, she said. They lean about the variety of paths a career in law enforcement can take, from working in a corrections facility or patrolling the streets or pursuing a law degree. Campers benefit from the camp in ways they may not see, McDonough said. Her favorite thing is watching shy campers come out of their shells and become leaders. Law enforcement officers volunteer their time at the camp. McDonough uses her one week of vacation to work at Camp COPS. “It gives the youth of the county a breath of fresh air,” she said. Registration for Camp COPS begins in April. For more information, visit www.mdsp.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Giving Horses a Second Chance By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Do you love horses? Are you thinking about adopting one? Or maybe you want to work with horses, but you don’t have the money and space to own one? Consider getting involved in Sophia’s Oasis for Equines, Inc. S.O.F.E. was created as a result of receiving numerous requests for assistance in re-homing, caring, training and assisting current owners with their horses. As the economy has deteriorated, the need for assistance has increased. The group was incorporated in 2011, said S.O.F.E. President Cheryl Ciccone. Horses remain with the rescue for a minimum of six months, she said, and they bring in potential horse adopters in while the horse is being retrained to work with the animal and make sure the horse will be a good fit with its adoptive family. Once an animal is adopted, S.O.F.E. will provide support for the rest of its life, Ciccone said. Each horse is assigned to a single trainer. The trainer is in charge of working with both the horse and the adoptive owners. “It’s a joint thing between training horses and training people,” Ciccone said. All trainers are well versed in natural horsemanship, which teaches them to talk to horses in their language. Horses don’t use words, Ciccone said. They use body language. They talk through the angle of their ears and the bend of their neck. S.O.F.E. trainers learn to mimic that body language using their hands and upper body. “You have to learn how to read your horse,” said S.O.F.E. Volunteer Coordinator James Flynt. Horses don’t learn anything by force, said S.O.F.E. Vice President Jackie Flynt. They learn through the release of pressure and positive reinforcement. The rescue gets horses from some horrible situations, such as slaughterhouses horse hoarders. Some of the horses are emo-
tionally damaged, lacking confidence and afraid of people. Others have been abused and starved. But no matter what challenges they must overcome, there is no such thing as an untrainable horse. “If there’s a will, there’s a way and we will find it,” James Flynt said. According to the S.O.F.E. website, the groups “…purpose is to provide a program of rescue for abandoned, abused, and otherwise neglected horses. We provide rehabilitation, natural horsemanship education and training, placement of rescues into a safe environment, and maintain sponsorship's for those equines that will enjoy a permanent residency within our organization. Our goal is provide all animals under our care with a dignified existence, free from pain and suffering. If and when circumstances arise (physical or medical) that no longer allow a comfortable life, we will support humane veterinary-assisted euthanasia.” Some horses suffer from the owner’s lack of knowledge. One owner came to S.O.F.E. because their horse was loosing weight and generally unhealthy. They found out the owner had been feeding the horse once per day and the feed the owner as using was not the best. A trainer with S.O.F.E. worked with the owner to create a diet plan for the horse and even purchased the right type of food to get it stated. Community awareness is a large part of the groups function, Ciccone said. To that end, they provide courses in natural horsemanship, summer opportunities for students and volunteer opportunities to work with horses. The group is always looking for people to come help groom, exercise and help out at the rescue. S.O.F.E. is currently seeking a group to help construct a new fence. They also need donations of money and supplies to help care for the horses, Ciccone said. S.O.F.E. volunteers pay for the horses upkeep out of their own pockets when there is nothing else. S.O.F.E. works with a rescue in Central Virginia to adopt horses and they
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take in mustangs through the Bureau of Land Management. Members of the organization have received phone calls at midnight and on weekends from people who need help or are trying to get rid of a horse. S.O.F.E. is located at 3811 Hance
Road in Port Republic. For more information, including upcoming programs and volunteer opportunities, visit www. sophiasoasisforequines.org or www.facebook.com/SofiasRescueMd. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Rachel Jones, Jackie Flynt, Emma Wieland, Cheryl Ciccone and James Flint ae just some of the volunteers dedicated to saving horses,
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The Calvert Gazette runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Thomas Christopher Ripple, 25 Thomas Christopher Ripple, 25, of St. Leonard, passed away on July 13, in Prince Frederick. He was born on April 7, 1989, in Washington D.C. to Christopher and Donna Ripple. Thomas Graduated from Calvert High School in 2007 and worked at Ripple’s Service in Upper Marlboro for 7 years. He was also a carpenter and did overnight stock at Giant Food. Thomas enjoyed volunteering his time as an Advocate to the Gift Program at St. John Vianney and especially liked traveling to the HeartWork Mission Camps. Thomas had many hobbies but most consisted of bicycling, lacrosse, going to the gym and spending time with his family, friends and fiance. Many considered Thomas a connoisseur of movies, funny quotes, video games and music. He was also well known for his Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions. Thomas is survived by his parents Christopher and Donna Ripple of St. Leonard, Md., his Fiancé, Elizabeth Malley of Huntingtown, Md., daughter, Charlotte Ripple of Huntingtown, Md., siblings, Candace Sappington and her husband Graham of Graham Nc., Amanda Ripple of Baltimore, Md., and Joseph and James Ripple of St. Leonard, Md. He is also survived by grandparents Joseph and Joyce Loewe of Gaithersburg, Md., and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. The family received friends on Thursday, July 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane Prince Frederick, Md., where
Mass of Christian Burial was offered on Friday, July 18, 11 a.m. Interment was followed in the church cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers please make a Donation in Thomas’ Honor to The Memorial Fund for Charlotte M. Ripple. Donations can be sent to Community Bank, P.O. Box 3004, Prince Frederick, Md. 20678.
Robert “Bob” Franklin Jones, Jr., 73 Robert “Bob” Franklin Jones, Jr., of Huntingtown, Md., passed away on Wednesday, July 16, at the age of 73. Bob was born in Greenbelt, Md., on January 15,1941 to Katherine (Morris) and Robert F. Jones, Sr. He is an Air Force veteran and worked as a firefighter for Arlington County. In 1966, he met Wanda and they were married in 1967. They made their home in Prince Georges County before moving to Huntingtown. His entertainment came in many forms: hunting, cooking crabs outdoors, playing darts, bowling and watching NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon. He is the beloved husband of Wanda Jones, loving father of Robert F. Jones, III and Christopher S. Jones and his wife Kimberly. He is the devoted grandfather of Selena Jones and brother of Ernest Allen Jones and Wayne Morris Jones and his wife Betty. He is the uncle of Samantha Sapp and her husband Andre and great-uncle of Liam and Athena. Memorial contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to Johns Hop-
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Barbara Jean Windsor Barbara Jean Windsor was born in 1940 in Washington, D.C. to the late Dave and Naomi (Smith) Cooke. She was raised in D.C. with her two sisters; Jeanette and Sandy. Barbara met Gerald through Jeanette and the two were married on April 7, 1962. Barbara worked for twenty plus years as a Clerk for the Prince George’s County Circuit Court. She and Gerald welcomed their two sons, Gerald M, and Steve L., and the family moved to Prince Georges County to the place they called home. Barbara enjoyed her breakfasts at Traders, playing slot machines and keno and taking trips to Atlantic City. She loved her family and visiting with friends. Barbara is survived by her husband, Gerald “Bootsy” Windsor, sons; Gerald M. Windsor and Steve L. Windsor and his wife Debbie, sisters; Jeanette McDaniel’s and Sandy Hutchinson and grandchildren; Andrew, Amanda, Alex, Katelyn and Marissa. Family invited friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. (8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, Md. 20736) on Saturday, July 19 from 11:00 a.m. to time of service at 1:00 p.m. Burial was private.
Robert Vernon “Bobby” Watson, 63 Robert Vernon “Bobby” Watson, 63, of Prince Frederick passed away July 17, at Calvert Memorial Hospital. He was born April 29, 1951, in Prince Frederick to Robert Edward and Jacqueline Louise (Bittner) Watson. Bobby was primarily raised in Maryland and lived in Minnesota through elementary school. He came back to Maryland, where he attended Southern Middle and High School. He was an avid sports fan, and loved the Minnesota Vikings and Twins. He also enjoyed bowling, westerns, Elvis and Johnny Carson. Bobby was preceded in death by his father Pete Watson. He is survived by his mother Jacqueline L. Watson; sisters Judith A. “Judy” Neiswenter and husband David of San Angelo, Tx., Deborah J. “Debbie” Dickerman of Deale, and Victoria L. Avila “Vicki” and husband Ralph of Roseville, Ca.; brothers Peter Michael “Mike” Watson, Sr., and wife Carole of Leonardtown, and Daniel E. Watson and wife Rebecca of Harwood, numerous nieces and nephews and his caregiver Alice Brooks. Family and friends were received Sunday, July 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings. Memorial donations may be made to Shriners Hospital. To leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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People Who Care (PWC) The PWC support group provides an opportunity to receive and share support and gain helpful information about resources available to caregivers of persons with ongoing health conditions, including Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. You will receive the latest research information and helpful suggestions about caring for your loved one. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, August 6, 10:30 a.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center. For more information, call Amy Boucher or Liz Leclair at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) MEAP assists eligible individuals and families with a one-time-per-year grant to help pay heating and electric bills. Grants are usually applied to accounts beginning in December. You must be income-eligible to apply. Appointments will be scheduled at each of the senior centers beginning in August. If eligible, please be prepared to provide the following for every person in the home: proof of all monthly income, a social security card, and a photo identification card. You will also need a current heating bill, electric bill, and lease (if renting). For more information, call: Calvert Pines Senior Center, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170; North Beach Senior Center, 410-257-2549; or Southern Pines Senior Center, 410-586-2748. Looking for a Gift? If you’re looking for a special floral arrangement for that special someone, come to Calvert Pines Old Bay Gift Shop. All arrangements are made by seniors. Proceeds go toward events and programs at the center. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Donations are being accepted for Senior Council yard sales and the gift shop. If you have any unwanted items, please drop them off at the senior center, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No clothing or books accepted. Enjoy a morning with friends at the CREATE! Bingo, Monday, July 28, 10:30 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Learn about Food Safety: What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You, Tuesday, July 29, 10:30 a.m. Come in out of the heat and enjoy cards, scrabble and various other games in the cool comfort of our senior center. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) An AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Tuesday, July 29, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fee is $15/AARP members, $20/nonmembers. Members must show AARP cards. Make checks payable to AARP. To pre-register, call 410-586-2748. Celebrate that all-American snack, S’mores, Friday, August 8, 12:30 p.m. Must pre-register. EATING TOGETHER MENU Lunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-2572549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, July 28 Salad with Chicken Strips, Pickled Beets, Chick Peas, Breadsticks, Oatmeal Cookie Tuesday, July 29 Oven Roasted Boneless Chicken Breast with Spinach, Breadsticks, Green Grapes Wednesday, July 30 Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Wheat Bread, Kale, Juice Thursday, July 31 Egg Salad Croissant, Corn Chowder Soup, Pickle, Canned Apricots Friday, August 1 Sweet and Sour Chicken, Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Pineapple, Coconut Pudding
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Hospital Ball Moving to Exciting New Venue The 26th Annual Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation Harvest Ball is moving to a new venue and will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel. The theme this year, “Imagine,” envisions a future full of promise and celebrates the remarkable transformation that has taken place at CMH during the 27-year tenure of President and CEO Jim Xinis. “The ball has always been a special evening for me,” said Xinis, who is serving as honorary chair, “but will be even more so this year since I’m planning my retirement in 2015.” He is joined by Cindy Parlett and Mickie Frazer as event cochairs. Both women are members of the Harvest Ball Committee and serve on the CMH Foundation Board of Trustees. Xinis went on to add, “We think this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever. I’m confident our diligent planning committee will deliver an unforgettable evening.” The annual charity gala is the single most significant and successful fundraising event for the hospital. Since it began 25 years ago, the ball has raised over $1.4 million for medical technology and equipment at CMH. This summer, an $11.9 million renovation and expansion of the diagnostic imaging department is slated to get underway. Proceeds from this year’s ball will help purchase state-of-the- The 26th Annual Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation Harvest Ball is moving to a new art technology that will ensure venue and will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel. outstanding clarity at lower doses in less time, which results in faster and more definite diagnoses. “We think our guests will enjoy the chic, sophisticated atmosphere afforded by the elegant venue selected for this year’s ball,” said Parlett. For the past five years, it had been held at the Show Place Arena. “It was time to re-energize.” Invitations will be mailed as reminders but are not required to attend. The ball is open to the community and anyone is welcome to attend. The cost is $500 per couple and $250 per person which includes a cocktail reception and open bar in addition to a sit-down dinner and dancing to a live band. Plan to make a night of it and take advantage of the reduced pricing offered for early room reservations. Guests have a choice of a standard room with a king size bed or two double beds at $149 plus tax or you may add the breakfast buffet for two in Apropoe’s Restaurant for $184 plus tax. You may purchase tickets and book your overnight stay online at www.calverthospital.org or by calling the Foundation at 410-414-4570. Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Upon purchasing tickets, your names will be added to a guest list. No tickets are mailed. In addition to the dinner and dancing, the gala also features a silent auction where guests can bid on an impressive collection of items from sports tickets to artwork. Dickinson Jewelers, a longtime hospital supporter, is once again sponsoring the jewelry raffle where one lucky winner will take home an exquisite piece from the stunning selection offered. The Harvest Ball committee is actively seeking local businesses that are interested in helping to sponsor the ball. “Sponsorships play a vital role in achieving our overall fundraising goal,” said Miller. “They also offer a phenomenal opportunity to showcase your business while supporting a worthy cause.” A choice of seven packages is offered that include reserved seating, special recognition and inclusion in ads and on the hospital website.
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Alternatives to Pesticides Pests can be a nuisance. Whether they're scampering about the yard while you try to entertain guests or invading your home's interior when the weather outside pushes them indoors, pests are almost always unwelcome guests. Many homeowners address pest problems with pesticides. But the Environmental Protection Agency notes that there are other ways for homeowners to control pest problems around their homes. Though sometimes pesticides prove the only way to effectively eradicate pest problems, the following are some more eco-friendly alternatives homeowners can try before opting for pesticides. • Cut off food sources. One of the primary reasons pests infiltrate a home is to get food. Homeowners who don't create opportunities for pests to eat might be able to prevent infestations without the need for pesticides. When storing items in a pantry, make sure all boxes and bags are tightly sealed. Many pests can easily access food sources stored in cardboard boxes, so homeowners with roach or ant infestations might want to consider storing cereal, sugar and flour in sealable plastic containers that such pests cannot penetrate. • Keep a tidy house. Pests do not only access food sources stored in the pantry. A dirty house is also very inviting to pests, who can feast on crumbs left behind on floors and tables. Don't leave crumbs lying around on tables or countertops, as such scraps might not seem like a meal to you but will serve as a great source of food for hungry pests. Sweep and mop kitchen floors to remove any traces of food that might have fallen on the ground while you were cooking, and be sure to vacuum around the table where you and your family eat dinner night. • Don't be sunk by your sink. A dirty sink is another attraction pests can't resist. If your sink does not come equipped with a garbage disposal, install a food trap on the drain so food is not washing down the drain, where it can stick to the side of the pipe and attract pests. Dirty dishes should be cleaned immediately as well. If allowed to sit in the sink for hours or overnight, dirty dishes will attract hungry pests, so clean the dishes and then give your sink a quick cleaning once the dishes have been washed. • Stay dry. Water is very attractive to pests and roaches in particular. A very
small amount of water is all some roaches need to feel satisfied, so all surfaces and sinks should be kept dry. Drain water from the sink, as a sink full of water is attractive to roaches because they know how to swim and can use water as a food source. Leaky plumbing should also be addressed, as leaky faucets, hoses and pipes may create a pest-friendly environment that's difficult to eradicate once it's established. • Address leaks around the house. A pest infestation also may be a byproduct of leaks around the house. Cracks or openings along the baseboards or behind the sink can create a point of entry for hungry pests, so seal any such cracks or openings as soon as possible. Pests also may enter a home through holes in window screens or march right in through the front door if there is any space between the bottom of the door and the floor. These repairs are both simple and effective at preventing pests from entering a home. • Clear out clutter. Cluttered areas make great hiding places for pests. Stacks of old newspapers or magazines can obscure pests, and homeowners might have a full infestation without even knowing it. Removing such clutter eliminates potential hiding places for pests. Though some pest problems may require the use of pesticides, homeowners who want to attempt a more eco-friendly approach to eradicating pests can do so in a number of ways.
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Old Goods, New Creations By Emily Charles Contributing Writer Young children are creative beings with highly impressionable minds. Why not develop those traits at Annmarie Garden? Annmarie Garden offers a Mom’s Club in the artLAB on the first and third Mondays of each month, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and you’re invited! Mothers and their children, aged 3 to 5, are welcome to participate in an art class that allows children to embrace their inner artist while at the same time teaching a valuable lesson— recycling can be fun! The artLAB is a crafts room based entirely around recycled goods, according to Chelsea Anspach, who teaches the Mom’s Club with Joanne Poskraff. Even the decorations are recycled! The Mom’s Club encourages children to both use their imaginations and help the environment, while at the same time spending time with their mothers, said Anspach. During the class, participants make crafts out of recyclables that may otherwise have been thrown away or improperly disposed of, said Anspach. The most recent project was the creation of tropical parrot collages and a bird play, states www.annmariegarden.org. The class has regular attendees, but also a crowd of comers and goera as children age or move away so the class also serves to develop social skills and adaptations at a young age. “When I first started teaching Mom’s Club I had a regular crew, and Joanne, she taught it before me and she had a regular crew. Then the kids start going to school, so you kind of lose them. I get a lot of military families because of the base, and they’ll move, but I do have regulars and sometimes we get random people who look it up online. We always have a few random humans in here!” said Anspach. When clubs and classes aren’t taking place in the artLAB, the room is open to the public and offers a variety of
Entertainment Calendar Thursday, July 24 Dylan and Lizz Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. The Piranhas Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 25 Justin Myles Experience Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Damion Wolf Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 7:30 p.m. Wolf’s Blues Jam 726 Londontowne Road, Edgewater – 7:30 p.m.
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projects. “We like change the public project every so often. We have at least two different ones per month. If there’s a certain holiday coming up we’ll try to move the craft towards that. Right now, we’re doing sea creatures because it’s summer and people are at the beach and we’re trying to show people that they can use these plastics instead of throwing them into the ocean and hurting animals,” said Anspach. How is the artLAB stocked? By donation! “We get so many donations from the public and a lot of our volunteers, they’ll just bring me bags of corks or toilet paper rolls,” said Anspach, “This room totally runs off donations.” The artLAB, located in the John Dennis Murray Arts Building, is open to the public daily and only closes during scheduled classes and birthday parties, said Anspach. Birthdays can be scheduled by filling out a rental form available online according to the website. Most classes offered are drop in. After admission to the John Dennis Murray Arts Building is paid, no further charge is collected for artLAB classes in most cases. Admission costs $5 per adult, $4 for children ages five to 17 and children under 5 years of age are free of charge, said Anspach. If you’re interested in an artLAB experience, visit www.annmariegarden.org, call 410-326-4640 or drop by Annmarie Garden at 13480 Dowell Road. news@countytimes.net
Pounding Sound Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26 George Dunn Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Karaoke California Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. Funkzilla The Striped Rock (14470 Solomons Island Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m. Too Many Mikes Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 27 California Ramblers Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 3 p.m. Monday, July 28 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Karaoke Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.
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Library Events • July: Art in the Stacks-Jo Ann Gilhooly Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way Works in oil and water based paints, pastels, and photography. The subjects she chooses include landscapes, still life, dogs (especially search & rescue dogs in action), horses and other animals, and the human form. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • July: Artist of the month: Barbara Boward Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach Medium: Photographer. Fine art photography, nature, seaside and vintage inspired photography, local Southern Maryland photography. 410-257-241
Thursday, July 24 • Children’s Makers Space Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Come join our first “Makers Space” for children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations. 410-326-5289
Friday, July 25 • 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, July 26 • Summer Storytime Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 10:30 a.m. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Summer Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is for families with children of multiples ages. The program lasts 45 minutes and there is no craft. Ages birth to 5. 410-326-5289 • Lego Mania Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 3 to 4 p.m. Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session. Each session will close with sharing time. Legos supplied by library. Drop in. This month’s theme is Transportation. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Monday, July 28
• Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 3 p.m. Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resume and cover letter. If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Monday Morning Movies Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for movies and a story. We’ll complete a coloring sheet too. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Summer and Science go together on Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Children Kindergarten to 5th grade drop by for science stories, activities and snacks. Registration not required. K to 5th grade. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Summer Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is for families with children of multiples ages. The program lasts 45 minutes and there is no craft. Ages birth to 5. 410-326-5289
• Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Summer and Science go together on Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Children Kindergarten to 5th grade drop by for science stories, activities and snacks. Registration not required. K to 5th grade. This week’s theme is Astronomy. 410-257-2101
• PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:45 to 11:30 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
• Open Mic Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29
• Summer Fun-Magician Mike Rose: Magic & Science & Stuff
Calvert Library Fairview Branch at Dunkirk Fire Department, 3170 West Ward Road, Dunkirk – 2 to 3 p.m. Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is not like other magic shows. Mike’s new show, “Magic & Science & Stuff!” is created specifically for libraries and is designed to perfectly complement the 2014 Summer Reading theme “Fizz! Boom! Read!” 410-257-2101 • Flying Needles: Knitting, Crocheting & Portable Crafting Group Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8:45 p.m. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. 410-326-5289
Wednesday, July 30 • Summer Fun: Mike Rose: Magic & Science & Stuff Calvert Library Southern Branch at Patuxent Elementary School, 35 Appeal Lane, Lusby – 10 to 11 a.m. Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is not like other magic shows. Mike’s new show, “Magic & Science & Stuff!” is created specifically for libraries and is designed to perfectly complement the 2014 Summer Reading theme “Fizz! Boom! Read!” 410-326-5289
• Children’s Makers Space Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 2 p.m. Children can drop by to make crafts while waiting for the Summer Fun Program to begin. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Summer Fun: Mike Rose: Magic & Science & Stuff Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2 to 3 p.m. Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is not like other magic shows. Mike’s new show, “Magic & Science & Stuff!” is created specifically for libraries and is designed to perfectly complement the 2014 Summer Reading theme “Fizz! Boom! Read!” 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Summer and Science go together on Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Children Kindergarten to 5th grade drop by for science stories, activities and snacks Registration not required. K to 5th grade. 410-257-2411 • Fizz! Boom! Afternoon! Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The program features a related story, craft, and snack each week. For children from Kindergarten to 5th grade. Registration not required. 410-326-5289
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• JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 3 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-326-5289
Bring your music, poetry, short fiction or whatever to share! Or just come to listen! Sign up for a 5-minute spot if you want to perform. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
SUNDAY, JULY 27, 2014
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Pottery with Ray Bogle Cox Art Center (32 Cox Road, Huntingtown) – 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. July 9,16, 23, 30 Cost $160.00. Ages 12 and above. For more information, contact Cox Art Center at (410) 5350014 or visit their website at http://www.coxartcenter.com/home. Potter’s Wheel: Exploring Cylinder/Vase Forms Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 to 8 p.m. July 10, 17, 24, 31 Member cost of $125 and nonmember cost of $140. All supplies included. This four-session focused course will introduce students to cylinder/ vase forms and how to create them on the potter’s wheel. Details of these forms will be discussed and each student work to create 8-10 pieces of a specific shape. All pieces will be created with stoneware clay and glazed during the final class. 25lbs of clay and all glazes provided as part of the class. All pieces can be picked up approximately five days after the final class. No experience is necessary although beginners can expect to produce fewer pieces. Registration required. Call 410-326-4640 to register, or visit www.annmariegarden.org for more information. 2014 Annual Summer Public Art Project: JIBE: Compositions on Sail Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 1 - August 31 Price is included with site admission. Come and add to the Summer Public Art Project by drawing, painting or doodling on a swatches of repurposed sailcloth. Lauren Feusahrens, a recent BFA graduate from Salisbury university, is the 2014 Artist-In-Residence and has created this project. The
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project name “Jibe” was derived from a sailing term that Feusahrens explains as “... that moment when someone sailing gets that real feeling of excitement and the adrenaline rush when you come about and then, the sudden calm.” Participants may return to Annmarie Sculpture Garden at any time between August 2 and October 31 to see the sail cloths be transformed into mazes at the ARTmazing! Exhibit, which will be an interactive outdoor exhibit. To learn more, visit www.annmariegarden.org Best Photographs from Photographers in Calvert County Cox Art Center (32 Cox Road, Huntingtown) Thursday - Saturday: 12 to 7 p.m., Sunday: 12 to 5 p.m. July 26 - August 17 Come to Cox At Center for a special gallery show that features eight Calvert County photographers and 20 of their best photographic works of art. Gallery Reception will be held on Saturday, July 26, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Visit their website, coxartcenter.com for detailed information about the photographers. For more information, call 410 535-0014 or email them at info@coxartcenter.com.
Thursday, July 24 “The Happiest of All Showboat Stories”: The James Adams Floating Theatre Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum: JPPM’S Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab (10515 Mackall Road, St Leonard) - 7 p.m Come to Jefferson Patterson Park and learn all about the James Adams Floating Theatre! The James Adams Floating Theatre operated along the Chesapeake Bay between 1914 and 1941. Have the opportunity to hear Patricia Samford discuss the history of the theatre! Interestingly enough, the theatre was perhaps best known as the inspiration for
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Edna Ferber’s 1926 novel Showboat! The lecture is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. This lecture is sponsored in part by the Friends of JPPM and by the MARPAT Foundation in memory of Thomas W. Richards. For more information, call 410-586-8501 or visit www.jefpat.org. Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons) - 10 to 11 a.m. Slip Slide and away! Where do Otters Play. Children ages three to five are welcome to attend. Space is limited. Registration is recommended. Cost is $4 for members and $5 for non-members. For more information, call (410) 326-2042, ext. 41. “Fused Glass as an Art Form,” Presented by Ray Noble Cox Art Center (32 Cox Road, Huntingtown) - 7 to 8 p.m. Free of charge. Light refreshments. Honor Flight, The Movie Calvert Pines Senior Center (450 W Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick)-showtime begins at 5:45 p.m. Thank to Honor Flight and it’s many supporters, many U.S. Veterans across the nation have visited the World War II Memorial in D.C. for free! Honor Flight now has a documentary called, “Honor Flight, The Movie,” which follows the story for four WWII Veterans in Wisconsin who have been touched by Honor Flight. These four veterans, who are in their late 80s and 90s, are seen having to overcome certain obstacles to visit the memorial. Calvert Hospice is proud to sponsor a showing of the film in Calvert County. The Calvert Pines Senior Center is co-hosting the event. It will be held in the Calvert Pines Auditorium on a large screen. Show time begins at about 5:45, following a chicken dinner that begins at 5:00 p.m. Free event! If you choose to join in the $5.00 dinner option that precedes the film, please call 410-535-4606 to make your reservations before July 21. This screening was made possible by a grant from Walmart of Dunkirk, Maryland. Information on Calvert Hospice’s “We Honor Veterans” program and other services will be available. Contact Linzy Laughhunn at 410-535-0892 or email llaughhunn@calverthospice.org or contact Sally Schofield for more information at 410-535-4606.
The Amazing (Healthy Living) Race Kings Landing Park (3255 Kings Landing Road, Huntingtown) - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Teams of two girls who are entering grades 5-12 are welcome. One girl that is apart of a team must not be enrolled in Girl Scouts! The girls will learn about healthy living and compete in a race around the park, finishing tasks to get a clue to the next location! Toward the end of the day, there will be picnic lunch and swimming at the pool. Prizes will be awarded! Cost is $10 with financial assistance available. Bring a bag lunch! Registration is required! Deadline to register is July 22. For more information and to request a registration form, contact Nadine or lore at 800-834-1702.
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Mixed Fused Glass with Ray and Phyllis Noble Cox Art Center (32 Cox Road, Huntingtown) - 2 to 4 p.m. Cost - $40. For more information, contact Cox Art Center at 410-535-0014 or visit their website at www.coxartcenter.com/home.
Saturday July 26 Kindergarten Here We Come! Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown) - 10 to 11:30 a.m. Activities and stories for children starting kindergarten! Free event! Call (301) 475-286 or visit www.stmalib.org for more information! Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons) - 2 to 4 p.m. Take a ride on the Patuxent River aboard a historic Chesapeake workboat! The Dee of St. Mary’s skipjack will leave from the Lore Oyster house. Cost is $25 for those 12 and up, $15 for children ages 8 to
12 years. No children under eight years old please! Registration is required. Space is limited! To register, call (410) 326-2042, ext. 41. Too Many Mikes Toots Bar & Grill (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) - 8 to 12 p.m. Come and enjoy Too Many Mikes and their performance at Toots Bar & Grill! Mixed Fused Glass with Ray & Phyllis Noble Cox Art Center (32 Cox Rd, Huntingtown) - 2 to 4 p.m. Cost $40.00. For more information, contact Cox Art Center at 410-535-0014 or visit their website at www.coxartcenter.com/home.
Sunday, July 27 Waldorf Lions Annual Antique Show Thomas Stone High School (3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf) - 11 a.m. 4 p.m. 35th Annual Waldorf Lions Club Antique Show! Admission is $5 for adults, mention this ad and get $1 off admission. Many dealers will be present. Food will be available! Contact (301) 6456030 or visit the Waldorf Lions Club Facebook at www.facebook.com/WaldorfLionsClub for more information! Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth, Uncle Kracker and the Gin Blossoms Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons) - 4 p.m. Showtime: 5:30 p.m. Performance will be live on the Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion. Event will provide fun for the entire family! Hits will be sung by all three performers, which include, “Hey Jealousy,” “When It’s Over,” “Smile” and “All Star.” Tickets are $39 and $49 and are available for purchase at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, by calling 800-787-9454 or in person at Prince Fredrick Ford/Dodge (cash or check only). The museum closes at 3 p.m. For more information visit www. calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Monday, July 28 Spirit Night Fundraiser Chick-fil-A (45150 First Colony Blvd, California) - 5 to 7 p.m. Join the Greenwell Foundation for a Spirit Night Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A in First Colony Center! Part of the proceeds will benefit the Greenwell Foundation and its mission to provide an equal opportunity for everyone to experience the benefits of recreation and nature. For more information, visit www.greenwellfoundation.org. Glass Mosaic Workshop with Signe Wilkinson Cox Art Center (32 Cox Road, Huntingtown) - 1 to 3 p.m. Cost $60. For kids and youth ages 8 and above.
Tuesday, July 29 Summer Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch (13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons) - 10 to 10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is open to families with children of multiple ages! The program last 45 minutes and there’s no craft involved. Ages newborn to 5 years old are welcome! For more information, contact the Calvert Library Southern Branch at (410) 326-5289 or visit their website at www.calvertlibrary.info.
Wednesday, July 30 Fizckout Lighthouse. Guides will be present to ah a parent/child couple, $2 for siblings. Nonmembers, $7 for a parent/child couple, $2 for siblings. Let little one’s creative potential shine through in the artLAB! With lightly guided sessions, children will make art, fun toys, creative costumes and new friends. The project for August 4th is Pet Turtle Sculptures and Reptile Play. No registration is necessary. For more information, call Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center at 410-326-4640 or visit www.annmariegarden.org.
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Employment Drivers: Local/Regional/OTR New Enhanced Pay, Package Based on Exp. Excellent Benefits. Consistent Miles Daily/Weekly/Bi-Weekly Hometime CDL-A 1yr OTR exp 855-842-8498 Veterinary Technician for a busy day-time practice. All aspects of Veterinary Care knowledge and ability to multitask is desired. Must have 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician. Own transportation is required. Available to work Monday-Saturdays. Please email your resume to ncsudvm@verizon.net. No phone calls or faxed resumes will be accepted.
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