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Students throughout Calvert County greeted friends and teachers during the first day of school on Aug. 19.
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Mellomar Golf Park is under new management and aims to offer a place for everyone, from serious golfers to people swinging their first club.
From athletes to painters and aspiring professionals to people just looking for a chance to get out and be active, the Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation makes it their mission to ensure there is something for everybody.
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Thursday, August 21, 2014
Circuit Court Overrules Text Amendment Regarding Dominion Cove Point By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The potential Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export facility at Dominion Cove Point in Lusby was the topic of discussion at the Calvert County Circuit Court on Aug. 6. Calvert County Circuit Court Judge
James P. Salmon has overturned the Board of County Commissioners decision to exempt the proposed Cove Point liquefied natural gas export facility from local zoning regulations. Salmon declared that Calvert County acted illegally in exempting Dominion Cove Point from complying with the county's zoning ordinance. An Aug. 6
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order of court, supplied by County Attorney John B. Norris III, the exemption “is deemed to be invalid, having been passed by the Board of County Commissioners outside the bounds of the Board’s authority.” Norris said that the county commissioners were not giving Dominion Cove Point a break. “I do understand the perception that regulations waived results in a faster approval, but that does not mean that concurrent reviews could not have been occurring while this project has been under review by FERC. Concurrent zoning and FERC review would have the same impact upon timing of approvals as exempting the facility from local zoning. I wrote the Court in the County’s Memorandum in this case and truly believe that the basis for expressly exempting this type of federally-regulated use is for safety, so I wrote that ‘…the biggest avoidable travesty that could result is where a local land use provision, meant to apply to a traditional industrial use, such as a warehouse, requires something
that may jeopardize the safety built in by State and Federal reviewers,’” Norris said. Local inspectors are very good at their jobs, but they don’t work with the type of facility proposed to be built at Dominion Cove Point on a regular basis. The commissioners were more comfortable leaving some decision in the hands of LNG experts and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). “We don’t want to put the public in danger because of our own ignorance,” Norris said. The Board of County Commissioners can choose to appeal the decision, Norris said. The decision has to be made by Sept. 5. Norris is unsure what the practical effect of the decision will be yet. “We do not see it having any effect on our project schedule,” said Dominion Cove Point Media Relations and Community Relations Manager Karl R. Neddenien. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Calvert County Government Facility Closures for Labor Day The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces the following office and facility closures for Labor Day: • All Calvert County government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1. • The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers will be closed Sept. 1. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered to clients Sept. 1. • All Calvert Library locations will be closed Saturday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Sept. 1. • There will be no public transportation services Sept. 1. Regular schedules will resume Tuesday, Sept. 2. • All solid waste sites will be closed Sept. 1 and will open for normal business hours Sept. 2. • Northeast Community Center will be open Sept. 1, while all other county community centers will be closed. • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Flag Ponds Nature Park and Kings Landing Park will be open for summer hours on Sept. 1, and will begin regular hours on Tuesday, Sept. 2. • The Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center is closed for maintenance and will re-open on Sept. 2. • Calvert Marine Museum, Breezy Point Beach and Campground, Chesapeake Hills Golf Course and all county outdoor pools will be open normal hours. For more information on Calvert County Government, visit www.co.cal.md.us
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Mellomar Golf Park is now under new management. Operator George Waranowitz is currently leasing the property. He officially took over on July 1 and hopes to eventually purchase the golf park. Waranowitz is a lifelong resident of Calvert County. He graduated from Northern High School in 1998 and has been working at Mellomar since he was 13, with a short break to go to the University of Maryland for a bachelor's of science in agronomy. "It's as much a part of my life as anything else," Waranowitz said. When the owner of the golf park told Waranowitz he wanted to retire, Waranowitz suggested a partnership. His first goal is to reach out to serious golfers in the area and let them know that Mellomar is a viable option for their golfing needs. The park features a regulation ninehole course, which is perfect for serious golfers needing a quick golf fix. There is a nine-hole par three course, which is great for families and newer golfers, and a driv-
ing range. There is a professional golfer on staff to give golfing lessons. During the summer, Mellomar hosted a golfing camp, taught by the resident golf pro. Mellomar is open for special events. For more information, call 410-286-8212 or visit www.mellomar.com. Mellomar is located at 6215 Scaggs Road in Owings. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Maryland State Police Blotter The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Possession of K2 Spice: On Aug. 11 at 5:09 p.m., Trooper Newcomer stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 south of Cherry Hill Rd. in Huntingtown for traffic violations. A strong odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed a passenger, Mark A. Fenwick Jr., 21 of Park Hall, was in possession of synthetic marijuana. Fenwick was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Marijuana: On Aug. 13 at 8:40 a.m., while assisting with the execution of a search warrant at a home in the 900 block of Crystal Rock Rd. in Lusby, marijuana was located in the bedroom of the suspect. Charges are pending for Anthony C. Wink, 31 of Lusby. Theft: On Aug. 13 at 11:57 p.m., Trooper Riddle received a report of theft of video games from a residence in the 200 block of Frontier Trail in Lusby. The homeowners noticed numerous video games were missing from the home. They confronted a family member and found the games had been sold to Play and Trade. Dylan J. Allen, 18 of Lusby, was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft: On Aug. 15 at 7:55 p.m., Trooper First Class Costello responded to the CVS in Solomons for a reported theft. Surveillance video recorded a juvenile removing an iPhone 5 cell phone from the store. Investigation revealed the juvenile’s identity and the juvenile was located and arrested. He was released to his parent from the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick. DUI and Concealed Weapon: On Aug. 17 at 3:05 a.m., Trooper First Class Wiesemann stopped a vehicle on HG Trueman Rd. near Town Square Dr. in Lusby for traffic violations. Charles W. Mister, 25 of Lusby, was speaking with slurred speech and the odor of alcohol was emitting from inside the vehicle and on his breath. He was arrested for DUI. A search incident to the arrest revealed a loaded handgun in the glove compartment. He was additionally charged with possession of a handgun. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Disorderly Conduct: On Aug. 17 at 9:44 p.m., Trooper First Class Oles responded to the area of The Tavern in St. Leonard for a reported intoxicated subject lying on the sidewalk. Robert A. Rice, 48 of St. Leonard, was located and encouraged to walk to a nearby apartment of a relative to sleep for the night. A short time later, TFC Oles responded back to the area for a reported disorderly subject. TFC Oles again made contact with Rice and arrested him for disorderly conduct. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
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Sheriff’s Blotter
The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. During the week of Aug. 11 through Aug. 17 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,426 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. Destruction of Property Case #14-45447: The gas cap door was pulled off of a vehicle and six dents were in the passenger side rear quarter panel when the owner observed it on August 13 outside his home on Colton Court in Prince Frederick. The damage is estimated at $400 and is believed to have occurred on Aug. 12 between 2 and 5 p.m. DFC P. Wood is investigating. CDS Violation Case #14-45460: On Aug. 13 at 8:22 p.m. Dep. S. Moran conducted a traffic stop on Md. Rt. 4 and Broomes Island Road in St. Leonard. The passenger was found to have suspected drugs in his possession. Clifton Wayne Ladd, Jr., 22 Ladd of Dunkirk, was arrested and charged with possession of Oxycodone and possession of Meperidine. Burglary Case #14-45466: Someone caused about $300 in damage burglarizing a home in the 4800 block of Calvert Drive in St. Leonard during daytime hours on August 13. Three pairs of size 9 ½ tennis shoes, Weatherman, Air Jordan and Nike, were stolen. DFC J. Bell is continuing the investigation. Burglary Case #14-45498: DFC J. Livingston is investigating the burglary of a home in the 1400 block of Carlon Court in Huntingtown that occurred on Aug. 13 at 11:20 p.m. while the residents were at home. The homeowner reports that she heard her burglar alarm chime and noted that the front door was open. She called to another occupant of the house who replied that they were not near the front door. She then heard someone going out the front door, looked outside and saw a shadow running up the driveway. Police arrived and performed a canvass of the area but no one was located. The victim discovered some cash and her car keys missing. The keys were later located in the driveway. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Livingston at 410-535-2800. Destruction of Property Case #14-45595: Someone cut the padlocks on several storage units at the “Calvert Self Storage” on Skinners Turn Road in Owings sometime between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14. Unit owners were asked to examine the contents and determine if anything was stolen but at this time, no owners have reported any missing items. DFC P. Aurich is investigating. Theft Case#14- 45741: Someone stole a yellow 2011 CAT rubber tire loader worth $130,000 from a work site at the Dunkirk Park and Ride between Aug. 14 and 15. The loader was later found undamaged in the 8200 block of E Street in Chesapeake
Beach. DFC J. Lord is investigating. Destruction of Property Case #14-45755: The windshield and both the driver’s side and passenger side windows on a water tanker truck were broken while it was parked at the same work site as the CAT tire loader during the same timeframe. The tanker was discovered to have been moved to the back of the lot. The damage is estimated at $750. DFC Lord is also handling this investigation. Destruction of Property Case #14-45858: Someone smashed the driver’s side window on a vehicle during the daytime hours on Aug. 15 while it was parked outside a home on Bootstrap Trail in Lusby. The damage is estimated at $300. Nothing was stolen from inside the car. DFC M. Velasquez is investigating. Theft Case #14-46000: A woman on Bafford Road in Lusby advised Dep. M. Trigg that sometime overnight between Aug. 15 and 16, someone stole two bicycles from her back porch. A white and green girl’s Pacifica and a white, black and blue boy’s Huffy totaling $240 in value were taken. The victim said that she discovered the two bikes missing and noticed that a third bike, a red Huffy, had been left on the back porch in the same location the stolen bicycles had been in. The investigation continues. Destruction of Property Case #14-46008: A mailbox in the 2000 block of Henry Hutchins Road in Prince Frederick was knocked off its post in the early morning hours of Aug. 16. DFC A. Woodford is investigating. Theft Case #14-46027: On Aug. 16 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. someone opened the mailbox at a home in the 2000 block of Crow’s Nest Lane in St. Leonard and stole cash and a gift card from inside two envelopes. Dep. C. Idol is continuing the investigation. Burglary Case #14-46222: Between Aug. 15 and 17 unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked shed behind a home in the 800 block of West Chesapeake Beach Road in Owings and stole tools valuing more than $600. A Klein Tools volt meter, DeWalt drill, Craftsman screwdriver set and Craftsman hand wrench were among the stolen items. DFC J. Lord is investigating. Theft Case #14-46307: A red Huffy bicycle was stolen from the yard of a home in the 1300 block of Gregg Drive in Lusby between Aug. 16 and 17. The bike has a red and black seat and 20 inch wheels. The investigation is being handled by DFC R. Weems.
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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 or persons responsible for stealing a yellow 2011 CAT rubber tire loader worth $130,000 from a work site at the Dunkirk Park and Ride between Aug. 14 and 15. The loader was later found undamaged in the 8200 block of E Street in Chesapeake Beach. The windshield and both the driver’s side and passenger side windows on a water tanker truck were broken while it was parked at the same work site as the CAT tire loader during the same timeframe. The tanker was discovered to have been moved to the back of the lot. The damage is estimated at $750. Citizens with information on these 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. You can also contact the Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-2800 to leave information.
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State Police Will Conduct a Sobriety Check Point Troopers and Deputies from Calvert County Work Together to Prevent Impaired Drivers The Maryland State Police Prince Frederick Barrack will be conducting a Sobriety Check on Friday Aug. 22. The check point is an intense enforcement initiative targeting drivers who are operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in Calvert County. This sobriety check point is a combined effort between the Maryland State Police, the Calvert Sheriff’s Office and the State Highway Administration. The location of the check point will be withheld from the public until after the operation is over. The check point will be within the county boundaries of Calvert. A post operation press release will be placed out on Monday Aug. 25 with the total numbers of vehicles stopped at the check point along with the statistical numbers as it relates to offenses charged both traffic and criminal. During the check point there will be proper signs and notifications in place according to the law. We ask that if you are operating a vehicle just obey all traffic laws and signs as you would normally do. Drinking and Driving is still identified as one of the major causes in traffic fatalities on our highways. The Check Points purpose is to arrest intoxicated drivers, but more importantly we use the check point to educate drivers about the risks of drinking and driving. The Maryland State Police will use this check point to ensure cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, commercial vehicles and their drivers operate their vehicles while not impaired making all of Calvert County citizens safer and to promote highway safety in Maryland. Maryland State Police Press Release
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Calvert Students Back in School By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County public schools celebrated the first day of school on Aug. 19. For 55 teachers, this marked the beginning of their first school year, according to Superintendent Daniel Curry. Some schools had a half-day or opened their doors for students to meet their teacher on Aug. 18. The first full day for all students was Aug. 19. The first day of school is always a busy time for the department of transportation, Curry said. They field all questions about bus routes and times and help clear up the inevitable confusion that happens every year. “We do the best we can,” Curry said. For more information, visit www.calvertnet.k12.md.us. Photo by Sarah Miller Appeal Elementary School students return to the classroom
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Calvert Collaborative for Children Addresses Need for a Community Center By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth held two forums Tuesday, Aug. 19 at the Prince Frederick library. The president of the organization, Guffrie Smith led the discussion and was joined by different members of the community. The forum discussed the need for a community center for Calvert’s youth, Smith along with other members of the forum propose the county to build the community center in Prince Frederick, which is the county seat for Calvert County. Panelist Bob Poling, who has lived in Calvert County for more than 60 years, stressed the importance of having a community center for children to play and interact. “As a community, we need to have a safe place for children to go for exercise, for getting together as groups, and that’s really what we’re looking for,” Poling said. “There’s not a single ball field they can go to except on school property, where they’re not supposed to be on unless supervised, he said. “They need a place where they can gather without being harassed,” said Poling. The forum panelists brought up different points related to the county’s recreation facilities and pointed out how the Solomon’s and Lusby area and the Twin Beaches both have community centers, but Prince Frederick lacks one for their residents. The panelists pointed out how there is an aquatic facility, but it is not within walking distance for most children and it is not free to enter. The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth are pushing for a community center, which
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would be in walking distance for most children and accessible to the vast population based in the central part of the county. Guffrie Smith addressed key points for the community center. “It would be a center where youth could be involved in creative activities…they could have dances, they could have music, they could have places to meet with various groups, cultural activities, and performances. We need something
that’s open to the community and they need it,” he said. “I think that the purpose would be for them to have a positive place to meet with their friends to stay out of trouble.” Smith further explained why Prince Frederick needs a center like this for the youth in order for them to avoid the risk of picking up harmful, life-altering habits. “When the youth is busy or involved in activities that are organized or they have a place that they can come that’s safe, they don’t have time to do those other things. They’re interested in working as groups and doing positive things together – solving problems, making good decisions, and then they don’t get into drug abuse or breaking up things,” he explained. Smith talked about the importance of having a community center for positive activities, but he also pointed out that there would be an economical benefit in building a center in Prince Frederick. “As kids get older they don’t come back here, because there’s nothing here and I think the benefits would be they have a more positive experience, then they’re more likely to come back here and that would help them give money back into the community. Also, some of the money would stay here because as it goes now, they’re going to activities outside of the county to do these types of things,” Smith said. “I hope this doesn’t take as long as the aquatic center and that people in the county would look at this as something that needs to be done. We’ve got to start doing it because it just gets more expensive and we keep losing kids.” lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Parks and Recreation The Business of Making Smiles By Sarah Miller Staff Writer “We’re in the business of making smiles,” said Northern District Recreation Coordinator Bob Branham of his job with the Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation. From athletes to painters and aspiring professionals to people just looking for a chance to get out and be active, the Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation makes it their mission to make sure there is something for everybody. Recreation Supervisor Mary Lou Johnson has worked for the Department of Parks and Recreation for 20 years, having worked from being an assistant recreation to her current position. Before Johnson began working for parks and recreation, her mother was the director of the Division of Parks and Recreation. The department is in her blood, Johnson said. “I love what I do.” The county is split into districts, each of which has a recreation coordinator. The Calvert County Parks and Recreation Fall/Holiday Program was released recently, which outlines all the sports, classes and activities that will be offered in coming months. Classes and sports offered countywide are refreshed every time a guide is released, Johnson said. Public interest and available instructors and coaches available determine classes offered. “We can’t offer everything,” Branham said. “We’re limited by facilities. But we will do whatever we can.” There is an ongoing search for individuals willing to be instructors and space for their classes. Every instructor goes through a background check and is vetted by the county before they can work with the public. “Hearing balls bounce and kids run is white noise,” said Branham said. He has been with Parks and Recreation for 11 years. As the recreational coordinator for the northern district, Branham is in charge of
scheduling in seven schools and two community centers. Recreational sports have always been a passion for Sports Coordinator Phil D’Agostino. He has been with Parks and Recreation for 34 years. If there’s a sport in the county, practice times and games have to be scheduled. For outdoor sports, such as baseball and soccer, rain and weather is a large factor. He keeps track of all teams from practice to championship, he said. Scheduling is only part of the challenge. Park Maintenance Coordinator Shaun Meredith is tasked with making sure local parks, ball fields and public beaches are safe and clean. Meredith has been with Parks and Recreation for a year and a half. His team cuts grass twice per week to ensure playing fields are safe, cleans up graffiti, takes out the garbage and does anything else to make sure parks and recreation facilities look their best. Scheduling and maintenance of facilities mean a lot of collaboration, Branham said. Teamwork is essential. “We’re all a park of what each other does,” Branham said. County owned facilities are available for rental and host a variety of community organizations, from Alcoholics Anonymous to Girl Scout Meetings and church services. Individuals can rent areas for private parties and functions. Parks and recreation has an agreement with Calvert County Public Schools to use school facilities to augment county-owned recreational centers, but schools have first crack at their building. If a school schedules an evening activity, then park and recreation cannot use that building. All of this has to be considered when making the parks and recreation schedule, Branham said. In an effort to give back to the community, facilities are used for Operation Safe Nights. Individual centers hold food and clothing drives and donate the proceeds. During hurricanes and other disasters, centers are open for people to charge their phones, take a shower and regroup. During
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the summer, facilities are open as cooling centers. “We open our facilities to anyone who needs space,” Branham said. For golfers, the Department of Parks and Recreation is in charge of the care and keeping of the only county-owned golf course in Calvert County – Chesapeake Hills Golf Course in Lusby. Golf Course General Manager Tim Hepler has been golfing since he was 10. Chesapeake Hills features 6,545 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 72.3 and it has a slope rating of 126. Designed by Jim Thompson, Chesapeake Hills opened in 1968. The golf course features Bermuda grass fairways on gently rolling hills surrounded by towering trees. Several lakes and creeks meander through the course, providing scenic beauty and golfing challenges. Chesapeake Hills offers meals and refreshments at The Chesapeake Grille Room. Chesapeake Hills was purchased by Calvert County and operated by Calvert County Parks and Recreation. With more than $1.5 million in recent course improvements, Chesapeake Hills offers great golf and satisfying services, according to the Chesapeake Hills website. Because the golf course is owned by the county there is more involved in the purchasing process than seeing something and buying it. There is an entire bidding process which must be completed before spending any money. Hiring staff and golf course programming is much more structured than it would be at a privately owned golf course. Moving forward, Hepler intends to target demographics not always seen out on the green, such as women, seniors and minorities. Moving forward, all parks and recreation employees will soon go through division wide customer service training. Before training begins, Johnson intends to sit down with supervisors and talk about what are some issues that need to be covered. These topics will be covered by an external customer service specialist brought in specifically for the training. Everyone working in the Department of Parks and Recreation, from receptionists to groundskeepers, is in customer service, Johnsons said. One staff-wide training is complete, four or five individuals will be selected to be trainers situated internally to train new hires and conduct refresher
courses. “We have very level people,” Johnson said. There are plans to start a “caught in the act” recognition for employees seen going above and beyond by supervisors or people using parks and recreation facilities. Employees being honored will receive a certificate and recognition in the weekly county employee newsletter. “It’s nice to be appreciated,” Johnson said, adding that she would not be able to do her job without the quality staff she works with on a daily basis. “I would go to the ends of the earth for them,” she said. Parks and recreation works to ensure everyone can participate in activities. There is a team of therapeutic recreational specialists to work with individuals in assessing their needs and making sure they get whet they require to get involved. For individuals facing financial challenges, there is the Therman Grey Memorial Scholarship, funded by a number of fundraisers and available to help ease the cost of parks and recreation activities. For more information, about Calvert County visit www.co.cal.md.us. To see the online edition of the parks and recreation guide, visit www.co.cal.md.us/DocumentCenter/View/6566. Interested individuals can sign up for classes online. Most classes begin in September. Fees can be prorated for individuals who sign up for a class already in progress, if possible, Johnson said. For more information about Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, call 410-326-4653. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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The Liquor Board By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2 Have you heard all the controversy regarding the Calvert County Board of License Commissioners, also known as the Liquor Board, or L.B.? Even though the title is Calvert County Liquor Board, and they enforce laws and regulations regarding liquor and award and rescind liquor licenses in Calvert County, the members of the L.B. are appointed by the Governor and come under State, not County, ethics laws. However, your tax dollars pay for their operations. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has NO authority over the L.B. We can not refuse to fund them. Their salaries are set by the General Assembly and we are required to give them adequate funds to operate. They have an attorney paid by the taxpayers of Calvert County to assist them and a Secretary. With that background, who serves on the L.B. as a gubernatorial appointee? For many, many years the same three gentleman sat on the L.B. The Chair was Marshall Gibson, and he was followed as Chair by Sambo Swann. Edgar Wood was the third member. When Robert Ehrlich was the Republican Governor, he failed to exercise his right to appoint a new L.B. A controversy disrupted the long-time down-home, but effective, way the L.B. operated. A charge of racism was leveled against the L.B. While I am convinced that the charges were bogus, it became apparent that the L.B. had not updated their documents in decades, as their application referred to “colored” applicants. There were also allegations that they refused to award Liquor licenses to establishments whose name they did not like, and for other petty reasons. At the behest of Senate President Mike Miller, a new L.B. was appointed. Currently serving on the L.B. is the Chair, Beth Swoap, a registered Democrat and member of the Democratic Central Committee; Ruth Reid, a Republican; and Malcolm Funn, Esq., a Democrat. Because we have a Democratic Governor, he appoints one Republican and two Democrats to the L.B. If we had a Republican Governor, it would be 2 Republicans and 1 Democrat. There is minority representation by both parties. The members of the L.B. receive a small stipend for each meeting that they attend, just as members of the Planning Commission receive a stipend for their attendance at Planning Commission meetings and their public service in learning lots of complicated rules, laws, and regulations. I do not like that one individual sits on both, because I, personally, believe that it presents the appearance of a conflict of interest to serve on both. The County Ethics Commission agrees with me; that individual disagrees with me. Each year for the last number of years, the L.B. has
petitioned the BOCC to support a raise for them or for their secretary or their attorney, because the stipends had not been raised for a long period of time. Their Attorney is Eugene Pitrof, Esq., and their long-time and very knowledgeable Secretary is Linda Tayman. They also ask the BOCC to support proposed General Assembly Legislation prior to and during the Legislative Hearing that we have annually in the evening at Calvert Pines to allow the public to attend and speak, and where we present the local Legislative Delegation with our requests for law changes or new legislation. These hearings are normally held in mid November. The League of Women Voters of Calvert County (LWVCC) sponsors a separate Annual Legislative Meeting where the LWV-CC presents their requests and the public also presents theirs. Why are two held? Frankly, it was because the LWV-CC supported pro-abortion legislation and the BOCC did not wish to give the impression that we supported the LWV-CC position on that issue in the past. The controversy today is regarding new laws passed by the Maryland General Assembly during the last Legislative Session from January to April, 2014. The L.B. requested support for 16 new laws. The BOCC agreed to some, requested different language for some, and rejected support of others. One of the suggested new laws eliminated so-called “bottle clubs.” I asked Beth Swoap, the L.B. Chair, at a televised (both on Comcast and on our website) hearing if there was a current problem in Calvert County with bottle clubs. She answered no, there were no bottle clubs in Calvert County, but that they were a problem in other nearby areas and the L.B. wanted to be proactive in preventing the problems that other jurisdictions had experienced, namely using bottle clubs to avoid complying with local liquor laws, creating an unfair playing field for those establishments following the liquor laws. I questioned the hefty fines the L.B. was requesting of the Legislature for violation of the bottle club laws. Mrs. Swoap explained that too low of fines were just considered the cost of doing business and that hefty fines were needed to deter the activity. After the proposals supported by the BOCC go to the Legislature, draft laws are written at the behest of sponsoring Legislators, and then go through the normal Legislative process. The only BOCC role at that point is to work with the Maryland Association of Counties (MACO), our lobbying organization, to try to get Legislation that we favor passed and Legislation that we do not favor defeated. Once the proposal is codified as a Bill, the wording and everything else is “owned” by the sponsor or sponsors. Otherwise, we would be interfering with the Legislative process if we attempted to more than lobby. Since I resent it when Legislators try to act as County Commissioners without all the knowledge and political nuances that we know, I try to be very respectful of the Legislative role, of which I have
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only a basic understanding, even though I am at the Legislature every week during the Session and have attended training numerous times. It is a complicated and contorted process with many rules that permit various manipulations. First, the L.B. was not truthful with me and the rest of the BOCC about the bottle bill. Two BOCC members, who are liquor store owners, had to recuse themselves from these votes. As part of recusal, due to a conflict of interest, they can not even discuss with the BOCC what they know or believe prior to the vote, so the other members of the BOCC did not have the benefit of their expertise. I did not know that Nagoya Chinese Restaurant was acting as a bottle club while they waited for a Liquor License from the L.B. A bottle club allows you to bring in your own “bottle” of wine, beer, or alcohol, and the restaurant will serve it to you in their glasses, or you can pour your own. Had I known that information, rather than being told there were no bottle clubs in Calvert County, I would have visited Nagoya and looked myself to see if it seemed to present a problem. When I later did so, I saw NO problem. Nagoya was not trying to skirt the law, they were trying to accommodate patrons while they waited through the process of getting a Liquor License approved. Secondly, I had no way of knowing that the bottle bill would apply to ANY establishment that served alcohol to their patrons. The bottle bill, as passed by the Legislature, makes it illegal to serve a glass of wine in a spa or a beauty shop, or at a gallery opening, or even from someone receiving a service in your home. Needless to say, this prohibition, which reminds me of Prohibition, the time when all Liquor was outlawed in the U. S., is heavy-handed and absurd, in my opinion! Clearly, I disagree with the L.B., who believes they should have jurisdiction over all activities involving alcohol. To be fair, I have been told that the language of the Liquor bills, which we massaged with the input of our County Attorney, John Norris, Esq., to language we could support, was changed by the bill sponsors in the General Assembly. I do not know if that is true or not. Establishments are threatening to sue the L.B., which has requested an appropriation of thousands of dollars to hire additional attorneys to represent them. Needless to say, I will not be supporting that request. However, I do expect the outrage to cause the Democratically controlled L.B. to work with Democrat State Senate President Mike Miller, to change the bottle club law to make it less onerous. Should you wish to weigh in on this topic, please contact Senator Mike Miller’s Legislative Office in Annapolis. The BOCC has no authority to change anything with regard to the L.B. or Liquor laws.
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Barbara Jane Pardoe, 76 Barbara Jane Pardoe, 76 of Lusby, Md., passed away on Aug. 12 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.. Born Jan. 30, 1938 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Francis V. Shea and Lorena Virginia (Dixon) Shea. Barbara was a graduate of Calvert High School. She and her husband Douglas were married on April 14, 1954 and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year. Barbara loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved the beach and enjoyed their annual trip to Ocean City, MD. Barbara loved country music, especially Conway Twitty, reading, and her church. Barbara was a member of Middleham Chapel, the Alter Guild, and was a charter member of the 3rd Alarms Auxiliary of the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. In addition to her husband, Barbara is survived by her children, Debbie Chapman (Danny) of Lusby, MD, Terry Conner (Ronnie) of Prince Frederick, MD, John Pardoe (Karen) of Lusby, MD, and Sharon Cooksey (Andy) of Prince Frederick, MD; grandchildren, Steven and Missy Chapman, Amanda Conner, Brandi Walker, Jason Pardoe and Ricky Sederbaum; great grandchildren, Cole and Brayden and a great grandson due in September; brother, Francis “Tookie” Shea; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and numerous friends. Family received friends on Thursday, Aug. 14 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, Md. 20657. A funeral service was conducted by Father David Showers on Friday, Aug. 15 at 11 a.m. at Middleham Chapel, 10210 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby, Md. 20657. Interment will follow in the Middleham Chapel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Middleham/St. Peter’s Chapel or Calvert Hospice, P. O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, donations
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Frederick Rudolph “Skip” Diehlmann, Jr., 82 Frederick Rudolph “Skip” Diehlmann, Jr., age 82, of Dunkirk, Md. passed away Aug. 9 at his residence. He was born July 27, 1932 in Baltimore, MD to Frederick R. and Cecilia (Cook) Diehlmann. Skip was raised in Catonsville and attended St. Agnes Catholic School, where he served as an altar boy. He graduated from Mt. Saint Joseph High School and went on to attend Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, popularly known as Virginia Tech, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Before entering the Navy, Skip attended Officer’s Candidate School in Newport, RI, and was commissioned into the Navy in 1956. While in Rhode Island, Skip met Connie Russo and they were married on Feb. 23, 1957, and were stationed in Norfolk, VA. Skip was discharged from the Navy in August 1959, and they then moved to Howard County. At this time, Skip began working with his father at Arundel Asphalt Products, Inc. where he later became the Secretary/Treasurer and co-owner. In 1965, Skip moved his family to Upper Marlboro. Skip enjoyed hunting, boating, fishing, golf, biking, snow skiing. He also loved spending time and traveling with his family. Skip was a successful businessman in Prince George’s County. In addition to his 30 years with Arundel Asphalt he was a local developer and later in life managed commercial properties until his retirement in 2010. Surviving are his wife Constance M. “Connie” Diehlmann of Dunkirk, MD; children Deborah A. Diehlmann of North Beach, MD, Tonia M. Linke and her husband Regan of Reston, VA, Fred-
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Regina S. Sayre, 62 On Tuesday, Aug. 5, Regina S. Sayre, age 62, died at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, Md. She and her husband Tim have lived in Lusby, MD for 23 years. She is predeceased by her father, Earl A. Higgs of Martins Ferry, Ohio. Regina was born on Dec. 27, 1951. She grew up in a family of six in Martins Ferry, Ohio and graduated high school in 1970. She received her BA in Elementary Education from Alderson Broaddus College in 1974 and her Masters of Arts from West Virginia University in 1978. On June 17, 1989, Regina married Tim Sayre in Grafton, WV. She has enjoyed being an elementary school teacher for 40 years. The loving discipline and
structured day in her classroom resulted in love from students and parents, and respect from fellow teachers. For the past 20 years Regina taught at The King’s Christian Academy in Callaway, MD. She enjoyed working in a Christian environment that glorified God and gave instruction from the perspective of a Biblical Worldview. In her spare time Regina enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, long walks with her husband, especially in Solomon’s, MD, arts and crafts, reading, sewing, gardening, and outdoor activities. She was very devoted to family and friends. Regina is survived by her husband of 25 years, Tim Sayre; mother, Lucille Higgs, of Martins Ferry, Ohio; sister, Carol Higgs of Philadelphia, Pa.; brothers, Earl Robert Higgs of Burke Centre, Va.; and Gary L. Higgs of Dillonvale, Ohio. She is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at The King’s Christian Academy Auditorium, 20738 Point Lookout Road, Callaway, Md. 20620 on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Southern Calvert Baptist Church, 12140 H.G. Truman Road, Lusby, Md. 20657 on Sunday, Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. Interment will take place at Riverview Cemetery, Martins Ferry, Ohio on Thursday, Aug. 28. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund (the KCA Regina Sayre Memorial Fund) has been set up to help offset the construction debt of The King’s Christian Academy. Tax deductible contributions may be made to The King’s Christian Academy and mailed to 20738 Point Lookout Road, Callaway, Md. 20620. It needs to be designated to the Regina Sayre Memorial fund in the memo section of the check. Arrangements provided by Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A., Owings, Md.
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Senior Centers Closing Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed Monday, September 1 for Labor Day. No Meals on Wheels will be delivered. The centers will reopen Tuesday, September 2, 8:30 a.m. Meals on Wheels (MOW) Needs Volunteers Calvert Meals on Wheels, Inc. (MOW) is in need of drivers and a volunteer coordinator in the southern area of the county for the home delivered meal program. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact Bob Robertson, President of Calvert Meals on Wheels, Inc. at 410-271-1274 or Patti Ryon, Aging Services Fiscal Manager with the Calvert County Office on Aging at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Calvert County Fair Senior King and Queen Cast your vote for Senior King and Queen of the Fair throughout the month of August. One king and queen will be chosen from each senior center to compete. Prizes will be awarded. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Find out what’s new at the senior center at the Open House, Thursday, September 4, 1 p.m. See what the centers have to offer and enjoy some light refreshments. For national grandparents day, bring in pictures of your grandchildren and tell us a little about your family during Grandparents Day Show and Tell, Friday, September 5, 11 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Enjoy This Decade in Music History, the 1960’s, Tuesday, August 26, 11 a.m. and the 1970’s, Thursday, August 28, 11 a.m. Come dressed for the decade and enjoy the sounds of music from that time. It’s Electrifyin’! Come celebrate and party as we “rock around the clock”, GREASE style, Thursday, September 4, 10:30 a.m. All newcomers are encouraged to check out our cool activities. DJ Miceli will provide some great 50s sounds. Pre-registration for lunch required. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Artist Pamela Callen will offer weekly instruction for the novice painter during the Acrylics Painting Class, Wednesdays, September 3 – December 10, 9 a.m. Register in the office, space is limited. Fee: $78/12 classes. Celebrate National Senior Center Month at the Open House, Thursday, September 4. Enjoy a continental breakfast of donuts, muffins and more. Invite a guest, over age 50, for lunch and you and your guest receive a free gift. Test your knowledge on the services and programs offered by the Office on Aging. The person with the most correct answers wins a prize! 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 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, August 25 Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Spinach, Cornbread, Strawberries Tuesday, August 26 Stuffed Shells, Salad, Breadsticks, Fresh Fruit Wednesday, August 27 Meatball Sub, Salad with Veggies, Apple Sauce, Eclairs Thursday, August 28 Pork Fajitas, Refried Beans, Cantaloupe, Pie Friday, August 29 Braised Liver and Onions, Whipped Potatoes, Gravy, Peas, Pumpernickel Bread, Fruit Cocktail
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Forever Yours… Faithfully! Tickets Still Available to See Journey on Sunday, Aug. 24 Tickets are still available for the hotter-than-ever legendary band Journey! In a career spanning five decades, it’s hard to believe Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory, Deen Castronovo and Arnel Pineda are performing live on August 24 at the Calvert Marine Museum. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see an arena quality show in an intimate local venue. Tickets for this end of summer classic rock show are $84/$74/$64 and are available online at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, by calling 1-800-787-9454 or in person at Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge. Bring your friends, reminisce and sing-along to two-full hours of Journey hits like Faithfully, Anyway You Want It, Separate Ways and so many more songs you know and love. Since the group’s formation in 1973, the band has earned 19 Top 40 singles and 25 Gold and Platinum albums. “Don’t Stop Believin’,” Schon said, “has become this national anthem, world anthem. It’s really wild. If somebody plays it, no matter where, everybody sings it.” With such a long list of classic hits, Journey holds a special place in the hearts and memories of so many people. Proceeds from the Waterside Concert Series support the education and preservation efforts of the Calvert Marine Museum. This event would not be possible without the generous support of many local businesses. Journey sponsors include: Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge, PNC Bank, Bozick Distributors, Inc., Tidewater Dental, Directmail.com, Holiday Inn Solomons, All American Harley-Davidson, Quality Built Homes, Roy Rogers, 98.3 Star FM, Bay Weekly, Quick Connections, Southern Maryland Newspapers, Isaac’s Restaurant, Papa John’s Pizza, The McNelis Group, LLC, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, United Rentals and World Gym. Chairs and coolers are not permitted. For additional information or to reach a staff member, please call 410326-2042, ext. 16, 17 or 18.
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From my Backyard to our Bay A Calvert County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory From My Backyard to Our Bay is a small but powerful booklet that was first developed by the Baltimore Soil Conservation District. From there, several counties republished a version tailored to their county resources. Calvert County’s booklet was developed by the Citizens Green Team. FREE COPIES can be obtained at Annmarie Gardens, at local libraries, or downloaded at calvertgreenexpo.org. If the 17.5 million residents who live in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health.
Founded in 1925, the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory has long been a national leader in fisheries, environmental chemistry and toxicology, ecosystem science and restoration ecology. Located where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay, CBL is home to approximately 120 scientists, graduate students and staff. Over the decades, CBL has developed a national and international reputation for the quality of its research.
Research is conducted at CBL in four main areas: Fisheries, Ecology, Geochemistry and Toxicology. The fisheries group played a pivotal role in research that led to the recovery of the striped bass, and most recently the blue crab, in the Chesapeake Bay. They conduct state-of-the-art work on habitat use by fish such as tuna, sturgeon and white perch. In addition to studying the Bay, the ecology group studies ecosystems from Calvert County to the Arctic. These studies focus on understanding how
previous changes in these ecosystems help in restoration and in forecasting how they may change in the future. Many of CBL’s studies have direct applications – for example CBL scientists have considerable expertise in approaches to treating ship’s ballast water to minimize introduction of exotic species. The geochemistry group studies the fate and transport of elements and chemicals throughout the environment. These studies use sophisticated instrumentation to measure trace amounts of chemicals in natural environments worldwide. Finally, the toxicology group integrates many of these disciplines to understand the harmful effects of the releases of chemicals, such as crude oil, into the environment. The Visitor Center at CBL attracts thousands of visitors a year and is run by over 50 volunteers in the Docent Program. Visit www.umces.edu/cbl/ visitors-center-outreach for Visitor Center hours and tour schedules. For more information contact the CBL Outreach Coordinator at 410-326-7640.
This is the fourth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (maryann.scott58@yahoo.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of this powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Be sure to look for the next article in next week’s Calvert Gazette!
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Calvert County Facts 4 Land Area: 213 square miles 136,320 acres 4 Water Area: 130 square miles 83,142 acres 4 30 miles long 4 9 miles wide 4 Population: 89,628 4 Persons per household: 2.89 4 Housing Units: 34,148 4 143 miles of shoreline on Chesapeake Bay and Patuxent River 4 120 feet above sea level 4 75 degrees Summer 4 38 degrees Winter
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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
Summerseat’s Annual Festival is Hosting Bands, Local Cuisine and More
Entertainment Calendar Thursday, Aug. 21 Dylan and Lizz Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 22 HydraFx Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne Neck Road, Compton) – 8 p.m. Joe Parsons Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 23 Bar Dogs Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 8 p.m.
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Summerseat Farm, one of the most historical venues in St. Mary’s, is hosting the Southern Fried Music Festival Saturday, Sept. 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The proceeds of the event will go toward feeding the animals, maintaining the barns and structures and the funding of the historical and archeological research done at Summerseat Farm. Jimmy and Teri Dicus are organizing the Southern Fried Music Festival. The event is headlining with the Charlie Daniels Band, other musical guests include Southern Maryland’s own, Sam Grow band; Jason Michael Carroll, Justin Myles and David Norris. According to event organizer Jimmy Dicus, the venue could not be any better. “The sound is amazing and the views are amazing, it sets us apart from any other venue, there is great seating no matter where you are.”
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The stage is located at the bottom of the sloping hill at the farm and can be seen from any view said Dicus. The event will also host games such as corn hole and human foosball. The festival will showcase a portion of their archeological artifacts from the farm, the Southern Maryland Carousel Group will have their horses at the event and the festival will also feature a Harley Davidson motorcycle. The music festival will also serve some of Southern Maryland’s favorite cuisines: stuffed ham, fried oysters, fried corn on the cob, BBQ, burgers and other food favorites, as well as beer and wine. The Southern Fried Music Festival will also honor the Wounded Warriors; proceeds of the event will go toward the funding of the veteran programs at Summerseat. The event is for people 16 and older. Tickets can be purchased through summerseatfarm.org or on their Facebook page: Summerseat farm. lauren@somdpublishing.net
Funkzilla Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne Neck Road, Compton) – 8 p.m. Unchained Holiday Inn (155 Holiday Drive, Solomons) – 9 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24 Elk Hold ‘Em Bounty Tournament St. Mary’s Elks Lodge (45779 Fire Department Lane, Lexington Park) – 2 p.m. 25th Hour Band Fundraiser for Bob Schaller Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne Neck Road, Compton) – 8 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 25 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 27 Wolf’s Blues Jam Blair’s Londontowne Pub and Grill (726 Londontowne Road, Edgewater) – 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 28 Aaron Zimmer Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m.
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Library Events Friday, Aug. 22 • 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
Tuesday, Aug. 26 • Flying Needles 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, Aug. 27 • Song Circle / Jam Session Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8:30 p.m. 7-12 singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. 410-326-5289
Thursday, Aug. 28 • 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; stateof-the-art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-326-5289
Friday, Aug. 29 • 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
Monday, Sept. 1 • Libraries closed for Labor Day
Tuesday, Sept. 2 • Writers by the Bay @ the Library Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Looking for a writers’ group? All writers and would-be writers are welcome to come for critique & camaraderie. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862 • Flying Needles 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
• How to Get Library eBooks to Your Device Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8 p.m. Learn how to use Maryland’s Digital eLibrary and the OverDrive Media Console to check out, download and read library ebooks on your tablet, smartphone, ereader or computer. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Wednesday, Sept. 3 • Cinema Café-Which Way Home Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6 to 8:30 p.m. Join us for a feature Academy Awardnominated documentary about unaccompanied child migrants as they try to make their way through Mexico, to the United States. We will follow this film with a discussion of the immigration question as it relates to children. Lights go down at 6 p.m. followed by a discussion ending by 8:30 p.m. Popcorn will be served. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Thursday, Sept. 4 • Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 to 11 a.m. Meet new friends, hear old stories OR meet old friends, hear new stories on local history in a relaxed, fun atmosphere! 410-257-2411 • 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 • Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th – 6th grade students are invited to this series of events which uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading! Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack will be provided. This month’s topic: Walk Like an Egyptian. Please register. 410-257-2411 • Citizen Scientist: Labels in our Lives Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Do you wonder if it’s safe that you wash your dishes in tetrasodium glutamate diacetate? And what is that stuff in your coffee sweetener? Join environmental scientist, Jenna Luek, to learn how to understand the ingredient list on home products and food items. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 For more events and information about Calvert County libraries, visit calvert.lib. md.us
Out&About August Month Long
Dierks Bentley and Jon Pardi Tickets for Sale Bayside Toyota Pavillion, 200 Calvert Beach Road, Saint Leonard - 10 a.m. to Noon Dierks Bentley and Jon Pardi will be performing September 19. Be sure to get your tickets soon! There are four ways to get your tickets: Online at Ticketmaster’s website. By calling Ticketmaster 800-745-3000. At Bayside Toyota in Prince Frederick, during regular business hours. Bayside accepts checks and credit cards only. No cash. Every Saturday morning at the firehouse from 10:00 am until noon. Check, Cash, Visa, and MasterCard accepted. When the firehouse box office is closed, generally there are members at the fire department that have access to tickets. These tickets are exact cash or check only. Feel free to call and ask if someone is there with tickets - 410-586-1713. 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. Aug. 1 - 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 ArtistIn-Residence and has created this project. The 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 Aug. 2 and Oct. 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. Aug. 1 - 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. “Loathsome Lovelies” Fine Art By Jen Poteet Artworks@7th (9100 Bay Ave, North Beach) - Thursday thru Monday, 12 to 7 p.m. July 31 - Aug. 25 The Artworks@7th featured artist for August is Jen Poteet. Poteet’s artwork is the product of an over-imagination and inspired creativity. She gets inspiration from many sources, but her love of nature, Mexican folk art and all things dark and spooky are her main focus. Her works are one of kind, rendered in pen, watercolor, acrylic
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and even coffee. She likes to use her framing to add a little something extra to her paintings, which in term creates and overall unique piece. Come and expose yourself to something different! Opening reception is Friday, Aug. 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, Aug. 2 there will be an added special event with live music from 4 to 6 p.m. If you are unable to attend either of those, come any time during business hours! The show will run July 31 thru Aug. 25. For more information, call 410-286-5278 or visit our website at www.artworksat7th.com. Twin Beach players 9th annual Kids’ Playwriting Festival North Beach Boys and Girls Club (9021 Dayton Ave. North Beach) - Friday & Saturday 7 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. Weekends Aug. 1-10 This annual festival features the talents of local children. The six winning shows are written by children in the state of Maryland! Playwrights are given an opportunity to have complete creative control over their shows from casting, directing, designing and even starring in their own plays. Each is also awarded a $100 prize. With over 60 children involved in the production, audience members will be entertained and amazed by the wide array of storytelling! Tickets are $10, but are $5 for members, seniors and students. For more information, visit find us online at www. twinbeachplayers.com or www.facebook. com/twinbeachplayers.
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Community Events ing Association at 5 p.m. For more information, please call 301-863-6277 or visit www. patuxenthabitat.org.
should go to www.smyorchestra.org to complete an audition registration form and request an audition date.
Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons - 2 to 4 p.m. Experience the Patuxent River aboard a historic Chesapeake workboat. Enjoy a two-hour public sail aboard the Dee of St. Mary’s skipjack leaving from the Lore Oyster House. Fee is $25, 12 and up, $15 for children 8 – 12 years. No children under 8 please. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41 to register. Preregistration required; space is limited.
Maryland Writers’ Association Meeting Lexington Park Library, Meeting Room A, 21677 F.D.R. Boulevard, Lexington Park 6:30 p.m. Come and join us for a talk on Baltimore Review fiction editor Holly MorseEllington’s experience as both a writer and as an editor, and how this dual identity has informed her own writing. This event is free for first-timers, or join the Maryland Writers’ Association at the door. Light refreshments provided. For more information, visit www.marylandwriters.org.
Toy Boat Building Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons - 2 to 4 p.m. Build a toy wooden boat and take it home on the 4th Saturday of every month. $2 donation with museum admission. For more information, call 410-326-2042.
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Chesapeake Community Chorus Practice Session 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 required! Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net.
Shakespeare in the Green: As You Like It State House Lawn, Historic St. Mary’s City - 7 p.m. Grab a blanket and picnic and enjoy Shakepeares’ As You Like It on the State House green. This production is brought to us through a partnership with Newtowne Players. Charge is $15 for adults. For reservations, call 240-895-4990 or email info@ stmaryscity.org.
Journey Performs Live! Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons - 7:30 p.m. Waterside Music Series presents Journey on the PNC Waterside Pavilion. Tickets are $124/$84/$74/$64, additional fees apply. Purchase tickets at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com , call 1-800-787-9454 or stop by Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge. The museum closes at 3 p.m.
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On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick - 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. For more information call 410-535-0291, 301-855-1862, or visit www.calvertlibrary. info.
Zumba Fitness in Lusby Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby - 5:30 p.m. Zumba is the workout you will enjoy! All fitness levels can participate--great music, easy to follow dance-inspired moves, and low level/high level options. I keep it positive with lots of energy, laughs and smiles! Contact me at love2movezumba@ gmail.com and check out my website! www. NancyCrosby.zumba.com. Register through Calvert County Parks and Recreation at 410-586-1101.
Saturday, Aug. 23 Warrior Fun Run & Sail Solomons Island - 8 a.m. Patuxent Habitat for Humanity is hosting their second “Warrior Fun Run& Sail” event. All proceeds will go to Patuxent Habitat’s Veteran Critical Home Repair programs. Schedule: Warrior Fun Run - 8 a.m. Warrior Boat Parade - 10 a.m. Fouled Anchor Regatta - 11 a.m. The cost of Fun Run registration is $30. The registration cost for the Regatta is $50 for boats 21 ft and over and $30 for boats 20 ft and under. Each paid registrant will receive a Warrior T-Shirt. Packet pick up for both events will take place Friday, August 27 at the Southern Maryland Sail-
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Tuesday, Aug. 26 SOMD Youth Orchestra Auditions Chopticon High School, 25390 Colton Point Road, Morganza - 6 to 8:30 p.m. The Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra (SMYOrch) is pleased to announce auditions for the upcoming fall season. All interested middle-school and high-school musicians are encouraged to attend. The orchestra is currently seeking all instruments. Non-traditional orchestral instruments are also welcome. Auditions will be held August 26 to 28. Interested musicians
Wednesday, Aug. 27 Fun Funky Family Fair Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach - 6 to 8 p.m. Families! Come find out about all the great organizations offering fun activities for children in the Twin Beaches area including: Scouts, Baton, Cooking Classes, Acting, After-School Clubs, Music, Yoga, Museums and much more! The event is free of charge and food will be available for purchase. For more information contact Paul Lundberg at 410-257-2554.
Thursday, Aug. 28 Echoes of Nature: Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons - 10 to 10:30 a.m. Special Guest from Echoes of Nature will present Warm and Fuzzy, sponsored by PNC Bank. Free drop-in program for toddlers 18 months to 3 years. Call 410-3262042 for more information. Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons - 11 a.m. to noon. Special Guest from Echoes of Nature will present Hunting for a Square Meal, sponsored by PNC Bank. Children ages 3 – 5 years are invited to participate. Space is limited. Preregistration suggested. Fee is $4 for members, $5 for non-members. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.
Friday, Aug. 29 Artworks@7th Exhibit Opening Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach - 5 to 9 p.m. William H. Thayer will be the featured artist at Artworks @ 7th for the month of September. The show, entitled “Landscape/ Seascape: Visions of Maryland,” features Mr. Thayer’s keen eye for the beauty and contrasting views of Maryland. His work has been featured recently in “What’s Up? Annapolis” Magazine and his image of the State House in Annapolis was used for the Maryland State Tourism Board’s brochure for national distribution. The photographs for this show will be presented in both traditional and non-traditional formats which further compliment the allure and interest of Maryland’s charm and beauty. For more information, call 410-286-5278 or visit our website at www.artworksat7th.com.
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Looking for self starter 18 or over who is motivated and energetic and understands that time is money to assist Local Real Estate Investor. Work 10-20 hours a month and earn a minimum of $500.00 per month with no upper limit! Work at your own pace. Must have a digital camera and a car! Call (240) 317-5728 and reach our 24 hour a day automated recruitment line to apply! LIMITED OPPORTUITY! Call now!!
Buy a Home with NO MONEY DOWN! 100% Home Financing! Get $5,000.00 towards your closing cost from the state of MD! Get up to $2,000.00 tax refund per year under the Maryland Home Credit Program!
Come to my seminar on Sept 2, 2014 at 6 p.m. to learn about these programs. Seminar will be held at my office at 24404 Three Notch Road, Hollywood, MD, 20636! Seating is limited to please reserve your space by calling 301-373-6640 or text the number of people attending to 240-577-3634. No child care provided. For more information visit my website at www.somdhomeloans.com or call me at 240-577-3634. Roseann Kraese Sr. Mortgage Loan Officer 798721
The Calvert Gazette
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Don’t Pass This Up!
Get a SMECO Quick Home Energy Check-up—at no additional cost to you.
A specially trained energy efficiency expert will identify simple ways you can reduce energy use, save money, and increase comfort. With your approval, your Check-up professional will also install at least three of these energy-saving items: • 12 CFLs • Faucet aerators • Efficient-flow showerhead
Start Today Take the fast lane to savings. Schedule your Quick Home Energy Check-up today at SMECO.coop/ save or call 877-818-4094.
• Pipe insulation (on hot and cold pipes from water heater for six feet) • Electric water heater tank wrap • Smart strips
SMECO.coop/save This program supports the EmPOWER Maryland Energy Efficiency Act.
Download our free mobile app to report an outage or pay your bill. www.smeco.coop/SMECO247
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