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County Unemployment Numbers Cause Concern By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The latest numbers for the unemployment rate for August in St. Mary’s County rose to 6.3 percent, according to information from the state’s Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, much higher than the year’s average so far and slightly more than the rate for last August. Moreover the county’s unemployment rate, despite the presence of the U.S. Navy and the defense industry, is worse than Frederick, Queen Anne’s and Carroll counties as well as neighboring Calvert County. County economic development department director Robin Finnacom said the rise in unemployment might be due in part to relinquishing of summer jobs but there were bigger issues. “The August unemployment numbers are showing some seasonal changes,” Finnacom said. “The other factor is the slowing down of the local economy due to sequestration and defense cuts. “I don’t think we need to panic but we absolutely need to focus on economic diversification.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The high cost of living, high taxes, stringent regulation, lack of cooperation with state agencies to help projects move forward; these were all problems local business owners laid out to state officials when they aired their opinions on the state’s business climate. Adele Pierce of AM Pierce and Associates, Brian Norris of Cherry Cove Properties and Alan Parris, owner of Smartronix, all said much the same thing after a day of discussion amongst economic officials from across the state. The conference took place amid reports that the county’s median income has fallen at least $10,000 from 2012 census data. Pierce, who runs a consulting firm specializing in defense contracts, said with costs of doing business rising and budgets at the Department of Defense constricting businesses had to carefully count the cost of their every operation. Moreover, it was an environment were contractors would have to streamline, merge and consolidate, she said. “There will be some small businesses that won’t survive and that’s startling,” Pierce said. “We’re looking at every line item in our budget.” If the elected leaders wanted to help the situation “anything that can be done at the state level to relieve the tax burden” would be it, she said. The state’s benchmarks for providing health care plans was also very expensive she said, and the continuing stress on local infrastructure both for transportation and for

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information connectivity. Parris said Southern Maryland “was a special place” and that he wanted to put Smartronix’s headquarters here instead of Virginia but getting his company situated was not easy. “It just seemed that there were overly stringent requirements like they told us we needed jet resistant grass because we were so close to an airport and that we needed special colored stones to put around our building.” When the state made projections about increased traffic due to their location along Route 235 they wanted hundreds of thousands of dollars up front to pay for their percentage of the increased traffic that might come in the next decade, Parris said. Norris said Maryland had the “potential for explosive economic growth,” but the costs associated for developers of projects spiraled often due to excessive regulations and continual technical reviews. “It’s not just taxes as they are written, but it’s more of a covert taxation,” Norris said at the Frank Knox center just outside of Patuxent River Naval Air Station. “There are boards and agencies that want to extract their pound of flesh from every project.” Working the State Highway Administration, a key component in getting project approvals, meant that developers often had little to no room to negotiate on requirements for roads. “It’s a culture of not working toward a goal,” Norris said. “It’s a culture of ‘my way or the highway.’” guyleonard@countytimes.net

Comptroller Honors Leonardtown Chef for His Vision By Guy Leonard Staff Writer About 15 years ago Loic and Karleen Jaffres were looking for the ideal spot to start a restaurant in the tri-county area and they were looking as far away as Dunkirk to do it, but a side trip into Leonardtown changed their minds. The popular corner restaurant Café des Artistes has been one of the culinary jewels of the county since then. Now the French chef and his wife have been honored by Comptroller Peter Franchot for having the vision to start a business dedicated to culinary excellence in St. Mary’s County. “There was a little sign for rent and we decided to call that number,” Jaffres said of he and his wife’s trip to Leonardtown all those years ago. “And we decided to make the deal.” Their restaurant at the corner of Fenwick and Washington Streets has become a cornerstone of the business community in town and all because the environment here was more welcoming than across the Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge. “The welcoming committee in Calvert [County] was not to hot,” Jaffres said. “But as soon as I went to the [Leonardtown] town offices they were so excited to have a restaurant.” “They were the ones who did most of the paperwork.”

Chef Loic Jaffres, owner and head chef at Café des Artistes in Leonardtown accepts a proclamation from Comptroller Peter Franchot recognizing his vision in starting an upscale bistro in St. Mary’s County 15 years ago.

In recent years business has been tough since the drop in the national and local economies, Jaffres said, but with reducing prices on meals and cutting hours for some employees they were able to keep all of their employees except for a few and stay in business to produce high quality French cuisine. “I’ve had the same team for 15 years and we survived,” Jaffres said. Chef Loic said he and his wife were grateful to Leonardtown for all the support they have received. “We don’t give much to the community compared to what they’ve given to us for so long,” Jaffres said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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“It Is a Good Day in St. Mary’s County” Ribbon Cutting of the Newly Renovated Spring Valley Apartments

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Sept. 26 Spring Valley Apartments hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the 128 units that were completely renovated and refurbished. The renovation involved many different parties from both the private and pubic sectors, included in the renovation process was Humphreys Management President and Owner Bethany Hooper, who was a key speaker at the ceremony. “It actually takes more than just a village these days to accomplish such a fete, more like an army. So we have many people to thank for making today happen and for making the renovation of Spring Valley a success,” Hooper said. “The renovation was many years in the making and would not of been possible with-

out the partnership of public and private parties and sources. Spring valley is an example of many of those partnerships at work.” Hooper said their partner for the developmental and ownership process for the apartments was the St. Mary’s County Housing Authority, which was led by Executive Director Dennis Nicholson. Hooper said working with Nicholson allowed them “to create and success a number of state financing sources and private equity that allowed us to finance the renovation.” However, the renovation would not have happened without the new government program, Rental Housing Works, “without that source of funding we would have had a gap that wouldn’t have let us proceed forward,” Hooper said. “Our goal was to create a community

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and a living environment that could add value to peoples lives and add value to the greater Lexington Park community and I believe we have done so.” Senator Dyson also believes Humphrey Management reached their goal. “This place is beautiful. Look down that road there…it says great two bedrooms; you couldn’t of put a sign up like that a couple years ago,” he said. Not only did the apartments have a complete makeover, but in some cases the rent went down as well. “It’s not only beautiful on the outside wait unit you go and see some of the units themselves. The rents have stayed the same and in some cases maybe even lower. So it is a good day in St. Mary’s County,” said Housing

Authority Commissioner Dan Ralley. Spring Valley Resident Maurice Toon couldn’t be happier with his new apartment and his new utility bill. “The apartments are beautiful…I love my washer and dryer, that’s my main thing. I used to go to my daughter’s house to do my laundry. Everything is efficient, my electricity went down with all the efficiencies we have.” “This is a success story… this is a good day for St. Mary’s County,” Ralley concluded. Spring Valley Apartments is located at 46533 Valley Court in Lexington Park. For more information, visit springvalleyapartments.biz. lauren@somdpublishing.net

Old Line Bank in Lexington Park Closing Its Doors By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The Lexington Park branch of Old Line Bank, once the headquarters of the now defunct Maryland Bank and Trust Co., will close its doors Dec. 30 The County Times has learned. County Commissioner Todd Morgan (R-Great Mills) announced their closure at the Tuesday commissioner meeting and employees there confirmed it. They said they were only informed of the closure just a few days ago and do not know if there will be positions for them at other branches. In a later interview Morgan said the closure of the bank branch, which was the central banking institution for Lexington Park for decades, represented “death by a thousand cuts.” “This is just another business leaving Lexington Park going somewhere else,” Morgan said. “This just makes things harder.” Businesses in Lexington Park have suffered in the past decade as newer commercial enterprises have sprung up farther north

on Route 235 and with the reshuffling of the main gate at Patuxent River Naval Air Station to the Pegg Road location rather than Great Mills Road as it had been for decades businesses continue to bemoan the lack of traffic and businesses moving by their establishments. Robin Finnacom, director of the county’s Department of Economic Development, said the county would likely pursue talking to the new leadership on base to amend the hours the Great Mills Road gate was open in hopes of extending them to revive business traffic. “I’m sure that’s affecting it,” Finnacom said of the change in the base’s main gate. “It’s had a dramatic affect on surrounding businesses.” Businesses had often used the Lexington Park branch as their place of deposit, Finnacom said, but their deposits had dwindled once the change at the main gate took place. She said some businesses in the park had reported as much as a 20 to 25 percent drop in their business because of the gate change. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Man Jailed on Sex Offense Charges

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A Lexington Park man faces perhaps 20 years in prison on charges that he forcibly performed a sex act on a woman with whom he had been drinking alcohol. James Erwin Henderson faces several counts including second-degree sex offense stemming from the Sept. 30 incident. According to charging documents filed in District Court by state police the victim came to the barracks in Leonardtown and “reported she was sexually assaulted and nearly raped” to law officers.

The victim said she had spent the night with Henderson at a local business where he was residing and had a conversation with him about her sister, with whom Henderson had three children. Henderson asked if the victim’s sister was cheating on him and soon after he allegedly pulled the victim off the bed and pulled of her underwear and performed a sex act on her. She hit, kicked and scratched him to get him off of her, charging documents read, but not before he rolled her over on her stomach while on her stomach and slapped her backside. Henderson stopped, charging documents stated,

and he even apologized to the victim but when she went to sleep on James Erwin one of the beds in the establishHenderson ment she said Henderson kept lifting her sheets and feeling her legs with his hands. When police interviewed Henderson he admitted to performing the sex act, according to charging documents. Henderson was also charged with fourth-degree sex offense, perverted practice and assault second-degree. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Appeal Holds Up Resentencing of Convicted Armed Robber By Guy Leonard Staff Writer About 10 years ago Cornelius Leroy Chase and two other accomplices forcibly robbed the Cedar Point Federal Credit Union on Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown and after several years of court hearings and false starts of declaring the defendant incompetent and then

competent to stand trial he was finally sentenced to three life sentences by then-Judge C. Clarke Raley. His sentence was overturned by the Maryland Court of Special Appeals and Chase was to be resentenced Sept. 29 to 25 years in prison without the possibility of parole but not before another of his appeals was taken up by the state’s Court of Appeals.

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Essentially, prosecutors said, Chase was appealing the reduction of his life sentence in the hopes of getting an even greater reduction. Raley first found Chase competent to stand trial in 2008 but the trial, which lasted just one day with Chase offering no defense, did not take place until 2010. Raley sentenced Chase the following year. “This is a case for the books,” Raley said back in 2008, adding that Chase was “perfectly competent and perfectly responsible” to be tried. The now retired judge also said Chase was a “very clever individual” who had “the skills to figure out how the criminal justice system works and how the people [at the psychiatric facility where Chase was examined] worked.” While Chase was going through the legal system for the 2004 armed robbery he was already in prison on numerous other convictions for violent crime. According to prosecutors, Chase,

now 53, used a car to drive through a cornfield behind the credit union a decade ago and forced his way into the bank with another accomplice. Wearing masks and brandishing handguns they forced employees up to the top floor of the bank and forced them to lay down on the floor while they made off with cash. The conspirators were said by law enforcement to have stolen $262,000. Local law officers testified at Chase’s trial that the defendant, who was unemployed at the time, had purchased several vehicles in the weeks following the robbery using cash with serial numbers matching the money stolen from the credit union. A search and seizure operation at the Bel Alton motel where Chase was staying turned up $47,000 in cash prosecutors said was from the Aug. 21, 2004 robbery. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Solution to Scents-itivity By Emily Charles Contributing Writer Family traits can lead to family success, as is the case of Mrs. Wynne Briscoe, owner of locally headquartered Forever Eden Organics. Briscoe and her sister suffer from very sensitive skin, she said, which made it hard to find body care products without also finding an allergic reaction. How did they solve this problem? The family started a business. Wynne Bricso and her husband, Sean Foster, began to manufacture and supply organic, chemical-free body care products in 2008, and Forever Eden Organics was born. Since its Southern Maryland start, Forever Eden Organics has gained an international following. “We have a lot of customers that are from Europe that purchase our products online, and all over the world. We have global customers, we have national customers and of course we have local customers,” Briscoe said. This large customer base is the result of quality body care products— they’re good enough to eat! All products are subjected to a taste test, and are additionally tested by volunteers, rather than animals. “Everything is what we call ‘Good enough to eat.’ That’s our tagline…All of our ingredients are USDA food grade organic ingredients,” Briscoe said, “We do not test on animals, that’s very critical, unlike major skin care companies who still do test on animals. We have a group of volunteers who are our sample testers.” Forever Eden Organics’ products are manufactured and sold at non-inflated prices by Briscoe and her family according to the need of their clientele, she said. “The great thing about our products is

that they’re meant to be a mainstream product for the everyday consumer. Our prices are comparable to their inorganic counterparts in the stores. We did not want consumers to have to choose between health and wellness and the price,” Briscoe stated, “We are the manufacturer...Each product that is made is due to customer demand or need.” Briscoe stated that Forever Eden Organics’ is currently host to several very popular products. “It used to be the lip balm, but I would say now, it’s across the board with a few others. Other than the lip balm, which was the hero product to start, I would say it’s our aluminum free deodorant, our mango moisturizer and our coconut body balm. Right next to them is our non scented liquid soap.” Due to the purity of products such as these, Forever Eden Organics was recently certified by the United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA). “At Forever Eden, we’re proud to say we’re one of only two personal care companies in the State that is Certified Organic against USDA standards,” Briscoe stated last week at an event sponsored by the Department of Economic Development StartUp Maryland. If you’re looking for more than just body care products, Forever Eden also has a mobile Wellness Spa. “Our mobile wellness spa has been around for, I would say, three years. We used to do pamper parties, and then we expanded them to include wellness services such as massage, reflexology, healthy manicures and healthy pedicures,” Briscoe said. “The healthy manicure and healthy pedicure are chemical free and the police remover is a soy based polish remover, so it’s chemical free too. So, for people who cannot endure the traditional nail shop, who have a scent aller-

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gy, that’s something that’s a benefit for them. We will be adding facials and acupuncture. Coming soon!” So how do you get a hold of Forever Eden Organics products? Look for them locally or online! Where can you get these items? Search for them in local businesses! “We have floor displays…Everything is sold through local stores, community events, Wellness Spa Events…and then also on Amazon,” Briscoe said. While Forever Eden Organics strives to help people who are looking for healthy care products, they are also dedicated to educating and supporting the surrounding community. “One thing that we really promote a lot is education. We want consumers to understand that up to 80 percent of what they apply to their skin is absorbed into their bloodstream and that their skin is their largest organ. It’s very critical that consumers educate themselves, read their ingredient labels and understand that if they would not eat those

ingredients, they should not be applying them to their body,” said Briscoe. Forever Eden Organics is also in the process of expanding their business and creating jobs in Southern Maryland, she said. “We are currently in the process of working with TEDCO, MEP and SMDC to help us in the scaling process which will result in us building a factory here in St. Mary’s County and provide local jobs for those who would like an alternative to the current defense-centered employment,” Briscoe said. According to Briscoe, the best part of being a Forever Eden Organics founder and owner is “Touching people’s lives, helping them improve their quality of life through a healthy affordable option.” “Health and wellness, that’s what it all comes back to. It’s a lifestyle,” she said. For more information about Forever Eden Organics, visit www.myforevereden. com or call 301-863-7611. news@countytimes.net

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Education Leadership Southern Maryland to Host 2nd Annual Golf Tournament Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) announced today that the second annual LSM golf tournament will be held October 9th, at the Breton Bay Country Club. The rain date is Oct. 16. The event will benefit LSM. Golfers may sign up to play for $100 per person or $395 for a foursome;18 holes, a cart and lunch are included. Individuals can pre-register by submitting the online registration form, calling 240-7255469 or emailing info@leadershipsomd. org. Registration, along with a continental breakfast, begins at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Those who do not play golf can support the tournament as well. LSM invites and welcomes community members, local business owners and individuals to sponsor the tournament. Sponsorships are available at the following levels: Pin: $100 (includes signage and name and logo at the hole); Silver: $1,000 (includes golf foursome, signage including name and logo at the hole; sponsor-provided promotional items in goodie bags, name and logo on event banner and in the program); Gold: $2,500 (includes two golf foursomes, signage including name and logo at the hole; sponsor-provided promotional items in goodie bags, name and logo on event banner and in the program). Platinum: $5,000 (includes two golf foursomes, starting hole choice, signage including name and logo at two holes; top billing on event banner, sponsor-provided promotional items in goodie bags, and top billing in event program). For more information, to register or to sponsor the event, please visit www. lsmlead.org/upcoming-events/2014/10/9/ lsm-2nd-annual-golf-tournament or by calling 240-725-5469 or via email, info@ leadershipsomd.org. Leadership Southern Maryland is a nine-month tuition-based program specially designed to develop leaders from the Southern Maryland area for regional collaboration. The LSM program is dedicated to building a cadre of informed regional leaders, prepared to address common issues and bring long-term benefit to their neighbors and communities and incorporates a cross-section of the region to include diversity of geographic location, profession, ethnicity and gender.

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Career Timeline

Dates and descriptions from www.cnic.navy.mil 1989 – Graduation from U.S. Naval Academy 1991-1993 - Designated as a Naval Flight Officer, reported to the “Medriders” of Fleet Logistic Squadron (VR) 22 in Rota, Spain, flying KC130s. During this tour, the squadron supported Operations DESERT SHIELD/STORM flying in the Middle East. 1995 – Transitioned to the Maritime Patrol Community, where she led to two Patrol Squadron operational tours with Patrol Squadron (VP) 40 “Fighting Marlins” and Patrol Squadron (VP) 45 “Pelicans” for her junior officer and department head tours respectively, where she completed five operational deployments: Kadena/Misawa, Sigonella, Roosevelt Roads, El Salvador, and Keflavik. 2006-2008 - served as Executive Officer and then Commanding Officer of Scientific Development Squadron (VXS) 1 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. 2009 - Graduated from National Defense University, Industrial College of the Armed Forces where she earned her Masters of Science in National Resource Strategy and graduated from the Senior Acquisition Course. 2009 to 2012 - Served as Special Assistant to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs, responsible for Department of Defense accounts for S&T, Research and Development, and all Weapons Systems Acquisitions directly supporting Congressional engagements for the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics) (AT&L) and Secretary of Defense. April 4, 2013 – Reported as the Executive Officer of Naval Air Station Patuxent River Sept. 18, 2014 – Assumed command of Naval Air Station Patuxent River

Shore Assignments Have Included: •Staff assignment at the U.S. Naval Academy as an Instructor and their Division I Women’s Head Volleyball Coach •Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing (CPRW) 11, where she worked as Current Operations Officer for the home cycle Patrol Squadrons. •First Pentagon tour was an assignment to Navy’s Congressional Appropriations Liaison Division (FMBE), where she oversaw the Congressional aspects for the Navy accounts in Operations and Maintenance, Manpower, Medical, and Navy Working Capital Funds.

Personal Awards Include: • Defense Superior Service Medal • Meritorious Service Medals • Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals • Various other campaign and unit awards

Leadership, Teamwork, Community NAS Patuxent River Welcomes New Commanding Officer

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River welcomed a new commanding officer on Sept. 18 - Commanding Officer Heidi Fleming (Captain, United States Navy), the first female commanding officer in the 71-year history of the base. Fleming served as the executive officer for 18 months in the Navy’s FleetUp program. It’s an honor and a privilege to have the distinction of being the first female commanding officer before stepping into the commanding officer position. “When you work hard and concentrate, that’s what happens,” she said, adding that there are a lot of talented men and women in the Navy and at NAS Patuxent River. This is not Fleming’s first time stationed at NAS Patuxent River. She served as executive officer and commanding officer of the Scientific Development Squadron (VXS) from 2006 to 2008, according to her official biography on www.cnic.navy.mil. Fleming has spent more than 25 years in the Navy. During that time, she said she has seen several avenues open up for women. Until 2013, women were banned from combat roles. There were aircrafts that women weren’t allowed to pilot at the beginning of Fleming’s career. Now women and men have the same opportunities to fly the same crafts. In July 2014, Marine Captain Katie Higgins was the first woman assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, also known as the Blue Angels. When giving advice to young

women hoping to follow in her footsteps, she said to follow a few basic principles – “know your job, be competent, be professional. Know and take care of your people. If you do these things, good things will generally happen.” Fleming makes sure to remember her roots, even in light of all of her achievements. She grew up in a military family. Her father, Bill Fleming, was a two star Major General in the United States Marine Corps. “He’s been my hero,” Fleming said, “[He] still is. I learned a lot from him.” At first, Fleming was not interested in joining the military. But her father saw something in her that she didn’t, Fleming said, and he encouraged her to reconsider. She thought about following her father into the USMC, but aviation would not have been an option if she followed that route. So she turned to the Navy and the United States Air Force, eventually choosing to go to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. Her father would have been very impressed by the advances in naval aviation in recent years, she said, and the base is at the forefront of those advances. “We are the future of naval aviation,” Fleming said. As the new commanding officer at NAS Patuxent River, Fleming’s goals include a review of the base’s funding. She plans to coordinate with public works to prioritize where funding goes. The base exists for research and development, she said, and the biggest priority should be promoting that mission. One project she has on her radar is the repaving and replacing parts of the runway. There are also plans to renovate and replace doors

on the hangers. The goal is to identify and address issues before they become dangerous, she said. The movement toward inclusion also helps with this goal. Having different perspectives and ideas is the best way to prevent problems before they happen, Fleming said. For this reason, test teams are deliberately chosen to include diverse groups of people. Communication is key, and Fleming intends to make sure everyone working on base, from the daycare providers to security and air traffic control, is involved. “Everybody’s got an enabling function for the Naval staff,” she said. She plans to keep lines of communication open between herself and the 52 tenants on base to take care of their needs and concerns. The partnership between the base and the community is phenomenal, Fleming said. She makes it a point to be involved in the local community in all aspects. She prefers living in town rather than on the base, saying that it gives her a better perspective on the local community. This was a lesson she learned while living in Spain, she said. Living in the community gives individuals a better understanding of the local culture and find out what an area has to offer. She maintained this habit when she moved to Southern Maryland, getting a house outside the gate in St. Mary’s County and spending her time off exploring the area. For more information about Fleming and NAS Patuxent River, visit cnic. navy.mil/Patuxent. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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My Theory of Relativity

Just about everyone has heard of “Einstein’s Theory of Relativity” as it relates to space and time with reference to the universe. However, I have my own theory of relativity and it has nothing to do with outer space. My theory has more to do with life on Earth and particularly in St. Mary’s County. The way I see it, everything that happens here is relative to cause and effect and the entire population is like a chain. We are all linked together to form a society that must live together, work together and survive together. We can prosper or fail as a society and it all depends on our ability to work as a team. As a team we are like a chain of people and we work better if we are all pulling in the same direction. That is because a chain is made of many links that must join together to function properly. I have used this analogy to describe the citizen’s of St. Mary’s County in a manner that is easy to understand so it can’t be mistaken for anything other than relativity. But in that context, we as citizens must have a better understanding of teamwork. We must work together to elect representatives to pursue our interests in government so they can represent us all and not just our personal “pork barrel”. Regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, vocation, or political persuasion, we are all elements of society and con-

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stituents. I state emphatically, “Who speaks for the farmer who tills the fields and the waterman who spends his days toiling on the open water”? “Who speaks for the teachers and educators, the engineers and mechanics, the computer operators, and the waitresses and chefs”? How about all the businessmen and women who provide a valuable service every day that most people usually take for granted. Aren’t we all links in that chain with equal right of representation? I challenge every candidate for political office and every incumbent to read my words and answer my questions. Who is worthy of representing us, the everyday people of “St. Mary’s County and The State of Maryland”? Are you up to the challenge, and when you do arrive in those hallowed halls of government, will you remember who you represent? I know I have asked a lot of questions but they need to be answered if no where else but in your own heart. And remember that when you realize your dream and have been entrusted with our faith that every great leader had a support team of unrecognized nameless faces that supported you all the way. Use your political influence wisely and always remember that we are “The Village”. Samuel R. (Sal) Pistachio Mechanicsville, Md.

Consider the Source During a recess at the Sept. 23 meeting of the Board of County Commissioners, Commissioner Dan Morris approached me and told me he took exception to a comment I wrote about him in a letter to the editor regarding transparancy and accountability within the school system. Judging by his demeanor, I got the impression he expected me to be in awe of his presence and bow down before him. When he finished speaking, I replied to his rebuke and he told me I didn't know what I was talking about and that it is people like me that prevent others from running for public office. He then walked away. Evidentially it is Mr. Morris' opinion that transparency and accountability are crosses that are too heavy for elected officials to carry. He couldn't refute the facts I cited and tried to draw an analogy between the alleged inappropriate personal use of an automobile in the Sheriff's Department and the school system's six million dollar deficit as examples of misappropriated funds. I informed him that I didn't see how his comparison of the two agencies was relevant and that I didn't agree that his personal relationship with a school board member did not affect his objectivity. After leaving me and while speaking

to some school administrators, about twenty feet away from me, he was overheard telling them, "you can't argue with stupid people". His obvious reference was that I am stupid. I was under the impression that we were having a discussion rather than an argument and I would have preferred to amicably agree to disagree but Commissioner Morris is entitled to his opinion and to his method of handling a disagreement. It has been my experience that when someone has no legitimate argument to support their opinion they often rely on name calling to justify their position. I am certain there are some unflattering terms certain people would like to associate with my name but I think very few would accuse me of stupidity. I wish Mr. Morris well as he plans to clean out his desk from the commissioner's office and if he decides to run for some other public office I hope he will learn to speak to his detractors without name calling. Some may be upset by such behavior but in this instance I'll just consider the source. David A. Ryan Hollywood, Md.

Commissioners of Leonardtown Human Resources/Permit Clerk Position The Town of Leonardtown is accepting resumes for a full-time Human Resources/Permit Clerk. Responsibilities include processing payroll and all required reporting, management of benefits for employees and serving as Planning and Zoning permit clerk. Individuals must have good customer service skills and be able to multi-task. AA degree in human resources or a related field or equivalent combination of experience and training is required. Annual salary will start at $35,000 and up based on experience. Send resume and three professional references to Laschelle McKay, Commissioners of Leonardtown, POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or email to Leonardtown. commissioners@verizon.net. Application deadline is October 15, 2014.

Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County Case No. C14-458 Sandra Lewis Vs. Shannon Gatton The Above Plaintiff has filed a complaint, entitled: Complaint for Absolute Divorce in which she is seeking an absolute divorce from Shannon Gatton. Notice is herby issued by the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, that the relief sought in the aforementioned complaint may be granted, unless cause be shown to the contrary. Defendant is to file a response to the complaint on or before November 7, 2014. Failure to file the response within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the granting of the relief sought, provided a copy of this Notice be: published in some newspaper published in the county/ city, once in each of three successive weeks on or before October 9, 2014. Joan W. Williams Clerk of the Circuit Court 10-2-14

Invitation For Bids Commissioners of Leonardtown Uniforms The Town of Leonardtown is currently seeking bids from interested firms for a three-year term beginning December 1, 2014 for uniform rentals for four employees. Interested bidders may obtain a bid package from the Town Office, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm or by calling 301-475-9791. Sealed bids, addressed to the Town Administrator and marked “Sealed bid for Uniforms” will be received at the office of the Commissioners of Leonardtown, 41660 Courthouse Drive, POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650, until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 31, 2014, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. The Commissioners of Leonardtown reserve the right to reject any and all bids and proposals, and to accept any proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town.

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Voters Face Interesting Decision This Fall Dale Carnegie, the great author and public speaker who wrote the book, How to Win Friends and Influence People said: “when dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but with creatures of emotion”. So there you have it, at least according to Carnegie, we act on emotions rather than logic. And the question facing St. Mary’s County this fall, as we approach this very important election cycle, is will the decisions of voters who are feed up with Maryland’s public policy be emotional or logical? St. Mary’s County has seen an ever increasing number of registered Republican voters over the past 8 years, all the while Democrats have been growing in power and exercising their public policy agenda at will in Maryland. The emotions of the voters in St. Mary’s have run counter to the political will of those who control the state government. But while the change in voter registration in St. Mary’s County has been many years in the making, the power of the Democratic Party in Maryland and the continued shifting to a more liberal agenda has been even more years in the making. Many modern day Republicans in St. Mary’s began leaving the Democratic Party 20 or more years ago. Realizing there is no changing the direction of the Democratic Party in Maryland, moderates and blue dogs have chosen instead to leave the Democratic Party and hopefully create a competitive two party system in Maryland. While the effect has been to make most of the jurisdictions in Maryland more balanced at the local level, the efforts have completely backfired at the state level. Liberal Democrats have become even more emboldened, less willing to compromise, and more successful at pushing through their agenda no matter how liberal. And the more hardened rural conservatives become, the more determined urban liberals are to move their agenda in complete deference to conservatives. And unfortunately, the more they do, the more difficult it is for conservative Maryland to benefit from day to day deci-

sions including where to spend money for roads, education, economic development, and so forth. They would like to take more from us, and give us less in return. As a result, emotions of both moderates and conservatives are running high, and many are preparing to throw the bums out and “change Maryland”. The hard truth is however, logic may very well dictate otherwise, especially in some local races. Hogan has run an inspiring race so far as the Republican candidate for governor, and he is winning many friends. He might even win the race, but most likely he will not. Even if he does win, it will only happen because voters do not want Brown who represents 4 more years of O’Malley. If he wins it is not a vote for a Republican governor, it is a vote against Brown. If Hogan can miraculously win this time, 4 years from now he will be gone just like former Governor Ehrlich. And even if Hogan does win, and even if Republicans can win all the competitive House of Delegate and Senate seats, including those in St. Mary’s County, the liberals will still overwhelmingly control the Maryland Legislature. And in four years control the governor’s mansion once again. The emotional argument is so what, we are better off with even a few more Republicans in Annapolis. The logical question is however; would the loss of experienced legislators who have gained considerable power within the Democratic Party as well as the state legislature be worth the moral victory? The final vote on public policy won’t change either way, but where to spend state tax dollars and the priority of state dollars to protect jobs in Southern Maryland may well be at stake. This is one of the most challenging election cycles we have ever seen. With unknown and unproven candidates running high on voter’s emotions, we might all want to step back for a moment and consider what else Dale Carnegie said: “If only people who worry about their liabilities would think about the riches they do possess, they would stop worrying”.

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Obituaries Joseph Donald Jarboe, 78 Born on March 16, 1936 in Leonardtown, Md., he was the youngest son of Mary Catherine (Connelly) and Ignatius Jackson Jarboe, Sr., died on Sept. 18, in Lincoln, Neb. After graduating from Margaret Brent High School and briefly working at Ford Motor Co., Joe enlisted in the U.S. Air Force as soon as he was able to. While in the military he was stationed at bases all over the globe and stateside. He attained the rank of Master Tech Sgt., and eventually retired with over 20 years of service. A contributing factor to his death was Agent Orange which he contracted while serving in Southeast Asia. He was a loyal husband, father and provider. He was the father of Catherine Anne Jarboe, and her husband Troy Martin, both of Chicago, Il. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Margaret Ann Mehser of Lincoln, Neb. where they had made their home the past several decades. Besides his wife and parents he is also preceded in death by brothers John L., James A., Ignatius J. Jr., and sisters Ann E. Kurz, Mary G. Jarboe, and Virginia H. Jarboe. Surviving siblings are Margaret T. Tippett, of Leonardtown, Md., and Mary L. “Peggy” Stone, of waldorf, Md. and a bevy of nieces and nephews. A memorial and inurnment service was held on Thursday, Sept. 25 at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Margaret Christine Warr, 65 Margaret Christine “Peggy” Warr, 65, of Lusby, Md. passed away Sept. 21 at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Born May 2, 1949 in Washington D.C., she is the daughter of the late Daniel Henry Hudson, Sr. and Margaret Isabel Morris Hudson. On Oct. 10, 1980, Peggy married her beloved husband, William “Bill” Warr in Upper Marlboro, Md. Together they celebrated 34 wonderful years of marriage. She was employed as a Program Analyst by the U.S. Federal Government until her retirement. Family was Peggy’s greatest joy. She enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her children and later her grandchildren. She enjoyed camping at the beach, mountains, the Safari Campground, and Brunswick, Maine. She also enjoyed going to the amusement parks. Peggy was a fabulous cook, and was known by her grandchildren for her delicious gravy. She had a great sense of humor, and was always up for a good joke. She also enjoyed putting puzzles together and watching “The Price is Right.” In addition to her husband, Peggy is survived by her children, Carolyn Wise (Michael) of Dover, Del., Pamela Thompson (Chris) of Lusby, Md., and George

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The County Times 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 Tuesdays may run in the following week’s edition. Warr (Mya) of Great Falls, Mont.; her siblings, Doris May Clayton (Don) of Hagerstown, Md., Jack Morris Hudson of Mechanicsville, Md., Catherine “Ann” Meadows (Ted) of Charlotte Hall, Md., Jerry Paul Hudson of Silver Spring, Md.; four grandchildren, Sarah Nicole Warr, Kaylie Marie Thompson, Trent Allen Thompson and Jace William Thompson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Daniel Henry Hudson, Jr. and George Thomas Hudson. Family received friends for Peggy’s Life Celebration on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., with prayers recited at 7 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Funeral Service was celebrated by Deacon Ammon Ripple on Friday, Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home. Interment followed at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 13801 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Md. 20906. Serving as pallbearers were Claudette Everett Clevenger, John Hudson, Ted Meadows, Mike Wise, George Warr and Mike Meadows. Memorial Contributions may be made to Georgetown University Hospital, Attention: C43 Unit, 3800 Reservoir Road NW, Washington D.C. 20007. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.

Agnes Turner Young, 101 Agnes “Marie” Turner Young, 101, of Hollywood, Md. passed away on Monday, Sept. 8 at Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center in Lexington Park, Md. Marie was born over 100 years ago on Aug. 8, 1913 to the late Mary Elizabeth “Eliza” and John Henry Turner, Sr., the youngest of nine children, all who preceded her in death: sisters, Beatrice Turner, Lucille Turner Clark, Violet Turner, Anna Turner Howard, Sarah Turner, Grace Turner Burcher; and two brothers, William Turner, and LeGrant Turner. Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer J. Young, and her daughter, Mary Eliza Crawford, who passed away on May 3, 2011. Marie is survived by her grandchildren, Demetric (James) Wilson, Arnita (Leon) Price, Valentino Crawford, Lynn (Earl) Gorham, Dianne Crawford, Detri Crawford, Chanel (Troy) McGilvery; her nephew, George M. Somerville, Sr. of Hollywood, Md.; her great nephew, Joseph Clark of Oakville, Md.; her great niece, Anna Fenwick Taylor of Waldorf, Md., and their children and grand-children; as well as grand, great, and greatgreat grandchildren; other relatives, extended family, and a host of family friends. Memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, C/O St. Mary’s County Department of Aging, P.O. Box

655, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.

Thomas Leroy Thompson, 61 Thomas Leroy Thompson, 61, of Mechanicsville, Md., passed away on Sept. 19. Thomas was born to the late Alice Cecilia Thompson-Miller and Earl Butler on June 24, 1953. Thomas was raised by his grandparents, the late George Bernice and Agnes Rosie Thompson in Mechanicsville, Md. “Bay Bay” as he was affectionately known to those who knew and loved him was a very caring person, loved by all. Thomas was a graduate of Chopticon High School. Thomas also served in the United States Army and United States Army National Guard. Thomas worked for George Hyman Construction, Inc. for many years after leaving the United States Army. Thomas accepted Christ and attended Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church at an early age. One of his favorite hobbies in which he loved was playing softball with the Oraville Rockets, JR Butler, Jolly Gents, and P&P Brothers. Thomas was a part of the slow pitch ball league’s Hall of Fame for St. Mary’s County. Thomas was inducted on Oct. 24, 1998. He also loved barbecuing at the Somerville’s family reunions. Thomas was so funny. When asked “how do you feel”; he would say, “I feel with my hands”. When Thomas was living in Philadelphia, he told us that his grandfather told him to “sell his hog and come on home”. When asked what was going on, he would also say “same soup, just warmed over”, and “use your head before you lose your head”. Thomas was preceded in death by his grandparents, George B. and Agnes R. Thompson, his mother, Alice Cecilia Thompson-Miller, one aunt, Dorothy Williams, one uncle, Randolph Barnes, and one brother, Joseph Sylvester Thompson. Thomas leaves to cherish his memory: his step-father, Mr. Clarence J. Miller of Philadelphia, Pa.; his siblings, Gina Miller-Reese (Bill), Clarence T. Miller (Kathy), Mark Miller and Bruce Miller, all of Philadelphia Pa., two uncles, George B. Thompson (Minnie), and Charles H. Thompson (Helen), five aunts, Marguerite Barnes, Marion Nelson (Francis), Yvonne Blackiston (William), Theresa Thompson, and a very devoted aunt, Loretta Willett, three great aunts: Estelle Thompson, Catherine Thompson, and Francis (Tiny) Lewis, nephews, Shannon and Sheldon (Tyrone, Michelle), his nieces, Brianna (Shakena), Mya (Abe, Charemaine), Tiana, A.J., Naire (Natasha), Nyiesha, Mikal, Tamiya (Bruce), one goddaughter, Kimberly Nicole Young, and a host of cousins and friends. Family and friends united on

Wednesday, Oct. 1, for visitation at 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 29119 Point Lookout Road, Morganza, Md. 20660. Interment followed at Queen of Peace Cemetery, 38888 Dr. Johnson Road, Helen, Md. Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, Md. 20659

Maxine Nye, 95 Maxine Nye, 95, of Leonardtown, Md. passed away September 26, 2014 at Solomon’s Nursing Center. Born Feb. 2, 1919 in Navarre, Ohio, she is the daughter of the late John Edwards and Helen Hoagland. Maxine attended Miami of Ohio College and earned a Master’s Degree from Columbia University in New York. She began her career in education, teaching Biology in Burgundy Farms Country Days School in Alexandria, Va. and George Mason High School in Falls Church, Va. After relocating to Southern Maryland, she was a para educator at Seven Gables School in Town Creek. She left education and started Maxine Realty in Lexington Park, Md., and later joined Durkin’s Realty. With over 30 years of dedicated service in real estate she retired in 2005. Maxine was driven and passionate in everything she did. She had a fulfilling and exciting life attending many social functions, including the White House. She was an avid reader. She enjoyed anthropology, travelling and had a deep appreciate for wildlife, especially wolves. Maxine is survived by her children, Peter Ropshaw (Paula) of Ridge, Md., Paul Ropshaw (Kathy) of Houston, Texas; her grandchildren, Cindy O’Casey of Haymarket, Va., Cade Ropshaw of Las Vegas, Nev., Chase Ropshaw and Max Ropshaw of Houston, Texas; and her great grandson, Sullivan Massie of Las Vegas, Nev. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Fernando Eugene Ropshaw; her son, Ted Ropshaw and her siblings, Ted Edwards, James Edwards, and John Edwards. Family received friends for Maxine’s Life Celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 5 to 7 p.m., with prayers recited at 6 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be held at a later date in Navarre, Ohio. Memorial Contributions may be made to the National Wildlife Federation, please call 1-800-822-9919 to make a memorial contribution in memory of Maxine Nye. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.

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Christmas in April 5k to Benefit Local Families

In Our Community

By Haley Wood Contributing Writer 50 runners came out to support Christmas in April of St. Mary’s County during the first ever Christmas in April 5k fundraiser. Christmas in April is a volunteer organization that with the partnership of the community, “repairs houses on the last Saturday in April for disabled and low income elderly,” according to Julia Bohle, Board of Directors Vice President. Sept. 27 was the first annual Christmas in April 5k and was held at the Charlotte Hall Senior Center. Since 1991, the St. Mary’s County Christmas in April organization has contributed over $5 million in free repairs and renovations, and 36,900 people have donated their time toward the worthy cause. In the past 23 years, the St. Mary’s County Christmas in April branch has repaired 677 homes and 14 non-profit community buildings. The next annual “Neighbors Helping Neighbors Day” is April 25, 2015. The incorporation works year-round to raise as much funding and to gain as many volunteers as possible. Christmas in April is eager to accept materials and supplies donations, money contributions and volunteers with little or no experience in home building. For more information, email darenek@christmasinaprilsmc. org, call 301-884-2905 or visit their website at www.christmasinaprilsmc.org. news@countytimes.net

LIBRARY ITEMS Youth to make “stuff,” rockets and racecars Kids can drop in at the Lexington Park branch tomorrow, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and have fun building things from the recycled materials that will be available. Youth ages 7 and older will construct their own air-powered rockets and racecars and then compete against each other at the STEM program presented by growing STEMS on Sept. 27 at 2:30 p.m. at Lexington Park branch, Oct. 4 at 2:30 p.m. at Leonardtown branch and Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. at Charlotte Hall branch. Registration is required. Adult computer classes offered Space is available in the following computer classes: Introduction to Excel classes at Lexington Park branch on Sept. 23 and at Charlotte Hall branch on Sept. 25, Introduction to Word at Charlotte Hall branch on Sept. 27, and Intermediate Excel at the Lexington Park branch on Sept. 30 and at the Leonardtown branch on Oct. 8. All classes start at 2 p.m. except for Leonardtown’s Intermediate Excel which starts at 5:30 p.m. Registration is required for all classes.

One Maryland One Book author to speak Reyna Grande, author of “The Distance Between Us,” this year’s One Maryland One Book, will speak and sign books at Waldorf West Library, 10405 O’Donnell Place in Waldorf, at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 1. Teens and adults can submit a story, either fiction or nonfiction, based on a theme in “The Distance Between Us,” for the What’s Your Story? writing contest, part of the One Maryland One Book. The teen winner and the adult winner will each receive a $100 gift card and the first runner-up will receive a $25 gift card. All accepted stories will be published in a book. Entries must be submitted electronically by Oct. 17. Details are available on the library’s website. Free childcare providers’ training offered Leonardtown branch will offer free training for childcare providers on Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. The two-hour class will cover simple math and science activities to help the children in their care get ready to learn to read. Upon completion, providers will earn two Clock Hours in Curriculum for the training. Registration is required.

Hollywood’s House of Dance New Fall Schedule Announced Local Dance Center Offers Dance Instruction, Social Club for Adults

House of Dance announces its revamped fall schedule at www.thehouseofdance.org. Billing itself as offering a “dance studio and social club”, the House of Dance lives up to the name by adding more course offerings, as well as monthly parties aimed at dancers of every skill level. The newly renovated 6,000 square foot space is Southern Maryland’s only full-service dance center, offering a diverse and robust dance instruction curriculum for both adults and children. The open space includes a main dance hall suited for larger classes and social events and two smaller studios and weekly fitness classes like Zumba Fitness ®. While the studio offers hip-hop, jazz, tap and ballet for children, House of Dance also prides itself on being a onestop shop for adults have been “aged out” of dancing. “Most studios cater to younger clientele, so by the time dancers turn 18, there’s no place for them to go,” she explains. “Many of them just stop dancing.” Unlike many area dance studios, House of Dance is not competition focused. While many of the instructors, including owner Donna Jordan, dance competitively in the Ballroom arena, the atmosphere at House of Dance is any-

thing but competitive. “We take dance seriously, but not ourselves,” Jordan says. In keeping with the belief that movement should be fun, the House of Dance offers a social club aspect for their adult students. Informal practice parties are held weekly for those who prefer to unwind while they waltz the night away and private instruction is always available. House of Dance is becoming wellknown for coordinating flashmobs in the tri-county area. Jordan adds that the fun and buzz of community participation is exhilarating. The House of Dance also offers space rentals for corporate events, private parties and community functions. Most recently, they sponsored the 1st Annual Cha Cha Ching fundraiser for the Southern Maryland Arts Council. Later this year, the center will take part in Thrill The World, an annual international dance event inspired by Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” that is simulcast around the world. House of Dance is located at 24620 Three Notch Road. For the schedule of classes, visit their Facebook page www. facebook.com/thehouseofdance.org or the website www.thehouseofdance.org.

Businesses Sought for County Visitor Guide If your business is tourism or hospitality-related, you are eligible for a listing in the Official St. Mary’s County 2015 Destination Guide produced and widely distributed by the St. Mary’s County Division of Tourism. There is no cost associated with the listing. Eligible businesses include restaurants, shops, galleries, studios, wineries, agri-tourism sites, farm markets, sports & recreation venues, museums, attractions, transportation providers, outfitters, marinas, charter boats, hotels, campgrounds, bed & breakfasts, or vacation rentals in St. Mary’s County. To find out how your business can participate, please contact Andrew Ponti, Tourism Coordinator, at Andrew.ponti@stmarysmd.com, or by downloading the required form at www.stmarysmd.com/ded (Click “News” for form).

Sports

Week 4 Football Review

The Leonardtown Raiders football team lost Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s away conference game against Huntingtown by a score of 28-13. The Chopticon Braves football team won Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s away conference game against Great Mills by a score of 46-7.

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MIROCK WPGC Bike Fest this Weekend at MIR

The Mickey Thompson Tires MIROCK Superbike Series heads to Maryland International Raceway for the last MIROCK event of the year in Maryland, at the 22nd annual Fast by Gast Fall Nationals on Oct. 3 to Oct. 5. This event will feature the Orient Express Pro Street Battle Royale with a total purse of $22,000! This class will draw in the largest field of Pro Street bikes ever competing for a huge cash purse of $10,000 to win, and paying the Top 50 riders! There will also a "B" class, "C" class, and a "D" class for Pro Street racers that do not qualify for the Top 16. This class will draw in over 40+ Pro Street racers from all over the country and abroad. Do not miss this spectacular class and witness records fall in this epic Pro Street event. The event will also feature a special 5-second, 240mph Top Fuel match race with Larry "Spiderman" McBride taking on Dave Vantine! The event also will include DME Racing Real Street, Trac King Clutches Top Sportsman, Cycle Connection Crazy 8's, Louis Concrete 4.60 Index, FBR Shop 5.60 Index, Fast by Gast Pro E.T., and Brock's Performance Street E.T. Grudge Bikes will be run behind the

pros like normal on Saturday and Sunday, however the normal 2-Hour Afterdark Underground program on Saturday Night will not be run at the FBG Fall Nationals due to the 700+ bikes at this event. We will however run a "Bonus No Charge Grudge Session" on Saturday Night after E.T. Eliminations are completed, and each grudge racer will get one additional run at no charge. Again, this change is only due to the extremely high bike count at this event. The event will also host a vendor midway full of motorcycle parts, apparel, and accessories stretching out over 1,700 feet long! There will also be a special Bikers For Babies fundraiser and a group ride held during this event. So head to Maryland International Raceway for an exciting weekend of motorcycle action! Admission is just $20 per day, and Kids 6-11 are just $5 per day. Gates will open Friday at 9 a.m., and there will be an early bird test session from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will also be an evening Test & Tune from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. On Saturday the gates will open at 8 a.m. and sportsman qualifying starting at 9 a.m. Pro Qualifying will be at 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. Pro E.T. and Street E.T. eliminations will start on Saturday at 2

p.m. The Top Fuel bikes will run at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. On Sunday the gates will open at 8 a.m., and the church service will start at 8:30 a.m. Sportsman time runs will start at 9 a.m. Drag Racing eliminations for all

classes start at 11:30 a.m. and the Top Fuel bikes will run at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. For full details on the MIROCK series visit mirockracing.com or call the 24-Hour Dragline Hotline at 301-884-RACE or visit MIR's website at www.mirdrag.com.

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Bleachers Not A Corner Cut By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer I was indirectly introduced to New York’s latest alleged baseball phenomena during an autograph and memorabilia show in Baltimore. I was wearing a Joe DiMaggio jersey, a symbol not of Yankee fandom but of a love for baseball history and the iconic players of yesteryear. The misleading attire left a fellow attendee and promoter convinced he had a prospect. Catching a rare glimpse of pinstripes through the sea of humanity – how many Yankees jerseys could have been in the Baltimorebased crowd? – the guy approached me with great energy, pamphlet in hand and, while searching for his breath, explained that the next great Yankee would be signing autographs the following weekend a little farther up I-95. I was polite. I acted interested, thanked him and said I might see him next weekend. I lied. The fellow was beaming with excitement. I didn’t have the heart to tell him the soulcrushing truth: that I wasn’t a Yankee fan and that I had never heard of this kid he was billing as the next Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Mantle, Munson, Ford, Berra, etc, etc, etc. Besides, only a Yankee fan would have known him. It was early 1995, after all, and Derek Jeter hadn’t yet played his first major league game. But he would. He would play over 2,700 games for the Bronx Bombers during a 20-year career that saw him collect over 3,400 hits, record a career batting average over .300, win five World Series Championships, secure a ticket to the Baseball Hall of Fame and, yes, earn his place among those Yankee immortals. Mr. Promoter, wherever you are, please accept my apology. You were right. As Jeter’s final season wound to a close this summer, the accolades showered upon the Yankee great admittedly grew excessive. With gifts being presented at every major league city, it was a victory tour of such proportions that it inspired a few chiding critiques of Jeter’s “forgotten-inthe-revelry” shortcomings. Was he

a great player? Absolutely. But, as the Jeter-realists pointed out, he never won a batting title, hit 30 homeruns in a season or was voted league MVP. In short, he wasn’t Ruth, Gehrig or DiMaggio. Okay, that’s fair - not many players are – but if Ruth, Gehrig and DiMaggio set the qualifying bar for celebratory farewells…we’ll never have one. Further, nitpicking over Jeter’s shortcomings, lamenting what he wasn’t or didn’t do, threatens to complicate all that he was: the best shortstop of his era, humble, incredibly clutch and genuine in a time when many were not. I love quotes. I enjoy the thoughts posted on Guy Distributing’s sign just off the main drag in Leonardtown. I dig bumper stickers, even if I disagree with the propaganda. The dry erase board outside my professional abode often contains a few scribbled words of wisdom. I’m in constant search of inspiration, a miner of life-fuel, I suppose. But then again, aren’t we all? Near my desk I have a collection of personal thoughts I’ve compiled over the years. They are quips that keep me grounded, motivated and connected to my personal foundation. One reads, “Son of a bricklayer.” It is an ode to my dad, to hard word and to the trade that helped provide me footing in this world. When I see those words I am reminded of the importance of grinding day after day, of doing things the right way and of not cutting corners. I see those traits in Derek Jeter. Not blessed with any overwhelming physical attribute, Jeter wrung every ounce of performance from his body. To his critics, those that say he lacked elite defensive range and didn’t amass sufficient statistical superlatives, I would suggest that is part of his appeal. Playing in the steroid era, suppose he would have sought some pharmaceutical “help” (like so many of his peers), say just enough to hit a few more long balls, to raise his average a bit and to prolong the prime of his career? Would he then have been comparable to Ruth, Gehrig or DiMaggio? We’ll never know – Jeter was simply the best he could be. That deserves unqualified applause. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo. com

SAT - OCT 11th - 5:00pm St. Mary’s Co. Fairgrounds Leonardtown, MD

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October, Month Long Water Works Opal Fine Art Gallery & Gifts (41625 Park Avenue, Leonardtown) – Artist Reception Oct. 3, 5 to 8 p.m. Opal Fine Art Gallery & Gifts will host “Water Works”, an exhibit of work by Annie Compton beginning Oct. 3 and running through Oct. 31. Lottery Book Fundraiser The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring a Lottery Book fundraiser. There are only 1,000 books numbered 000 through 999. Each book has a 3-digit number. When you purchase a book you will receive a calendar for the year 2015. A different amount is listed on each day ranging from $25 to $200. All cash winnings will be determined by the amount indicated on each day of the calendar. If your number matches the 3-digit Maryland Nightly Lottery drawing, you have won. You have 365 chances to win. There are over $12,000 in prizes. Cost is $25 per book. This will make a great Christmas present, stocking stuffer, or a gift for that one person who you have no idea what to get for them. You do NOT have to keep track of your number, we will contact you if you win. For more information contact 301-904-3098. We might have your lucky number still available for you. Karaoke and DJ Friday Nights Brass Rail Sports Bar & Lounge (20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills) – 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Brass Rail Sports Bar & Lounge will host a Karaoke and DJ party every Friday night in October. Music by Scarlet Plus Entertainment. All for Fun and Fun for All! Entries to PRAD 2014 Calvert Marine Museum – Oct. 11 and 12 Calling for Arts & Crafters - we are looking for entries to PRAD 2014. We still have spaces open for PRAD (Patuxent River Appreciation Days) to be held on Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 11-12 (always Columbus Day weekend). If you are interested in participating, please contact Gerry Wood, via email: gbwood2@verizon.net, (Replies must have PRAD in the subject line) or phone, 301863-9663. We hope you will consider joining us at PRAD..

Thursday, Oct. 2 Homeschool Day at Historic St. Mary’s City Historic St. Mary’s City (18559 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City) – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Homeschoolers are invited to discover What Would Kids Do? at the Historic St. Mary’s City Homeschool Day on Oct. 2. WWKD? (or What Would Kids Do? ) will be a lively exploration of a child’s life in the 1600s. What would kids do for fun? Did they do chores? What kinds of adventures might they experience? Homeschoolers will learn by participating in hands-on activities at each of HSMC’s four living history sites. Get more information about Homeschool Day by calling 240-895-4990 or download a Homeschool Day flyer and registration form at www.hsmcdigshistory.org/ pdf/homeschool.pdf Historic St. Mary’s City is a museum of living history and archaeology located in

scenic tidewater Southern Maryland. For more information, call 1-800-762-1634, 240895-4990, or visit the museum’s web site, www.hsmcdigshistory.org

Friday, Oct. 3 Fusion Flip Flop Bar (46555 Dennis Point Way, Drayden) – 6 to 10 p.m. Event Open to the Public: Fusion will be playing at the Flip Flop Bar at Dennis Point Marina Campground The Leprechaun Lilly’s Children’s Consignment Sale St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (located on St. Route 5, two miles south of Leonardtown) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Leprechaun Lilly’s Children’s Consignment Sale will be held at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown on Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4. More than 25,000 gently used children’s and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@LeprechaunLillys.com. Third Annual Pink Friday Leonardtown Square – 5 to 8 p.m. The Leonardtown Business Association First Fridays Committee is proud to host the 3rd Annual Pink Friday on October 3rd, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. All proceeds from activities and fundraisers go directly to MedStar Hospital breast cancer awareness and cancer support programs. Join us in Leonardtown for live music on the Square with The Hot Toddies, “Share on the Square” with MedStar St. Mary’s and the St. Mary’s County Historical Society, Uplifting Designs Bra Art Contest in Jeannie’s Park, “Top it Off!” Whimsical Hats sale, and special PINK promotions all over town! For details, visit www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com Book Signing Fenwick Street Used Books & Music, 41655 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown— 5 to 7 p.m. Ellynne Bryce Davis and Joyce Judd sign copies of Halloween Fright on a Chesapeake Night and the Top Tomato Cookbook. St. Michael’s School Pizza Social and Brown Bag Auction St. Michael’s School (16560 Three Notch Road, Ridge) – 5 to 7:30 p.m. St. Michael’s School is hosting a Paper Bag Auction and Pizza Social on Friday, Oct. 3rd. This is an inexpensive, fun-filled evening for the family! Envelops with 24 tickets are purchased for $4. A bag in placed in front of each item to be raffled, one or all of the chances can go in the bag. People keep the numbered envelop and wait to hear their number called. Drawing begins at 6 p.m. Parents should bring their children and friends to relax, win a few treasures and enjoy refreshments sold by our 8th grade students. Join us for prizes and pizza!

Saturday, Oct. 4 The Leprechaun Lily’s Children’s Consignment Sale St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (located on St. Route 5, two miles south of Leonardtown) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Leprechaun Lilly’s Children’s

Consignment Sale will be held at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown on Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4. More than 25,000 gently used children’s and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@LeprechaunLillys.com. Indoor Flea Market St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (located on St. Route 5, two miles south of Leonardtown) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Mary’s County Fair Association is having an indoor Flea Market at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.. All vendors and Crafters are welcome. An 8 X 10 space with 1 table may be rented for $20.00. For information or to reserve a space you must call 301-475-9543. The Blessing of the Fleet Regatta St. Clements Island Museum Grounds (38370 Point Breeze Road, Colton’s Point)11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Blessing of the Fleet Regatta, hosted by Barnacle Cup Sailing and the 7th District Optimist Club, will be held at St. Clements Island (near Heron Island Bar) in conjunction with the annual Blessing of the Fleet. The first race will begin at 11 a.m., with a “Ceremonial” race starting at 1 p.m. with a cannon from the Dove. As many races as possible will be conducted by 4 p.m. Following the races, there will be food and drinks for sale on-shore, and awards presented after the races are scored. There is an on shore festival held at Colton’s Pt. with water taxis to and from anchored boats and St. Clements Island. There are on-shore events both Saturday and Sunday with Fireworks on Saturday evening. Registration is $25.00 and the fee will benefit the sailing programs at St. Mary’s Ryken High School and Leonardtown High School. For more information please contact Bob Donaldson at 301-769-2102, Shawn Moore at 301-2477238, or simply go to www.barnaclecup. com. Come out and race, or just come out and watch. Fun for all ages! Centennial Celebration Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville) – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (By Apple Basket) will be having their Centennial Celebration on Oct. 4 and 5. Free admission and shuttle service from offsite parking. Activities both days include Crafters, Demonstrations, Petting Zoo, Dunk Tank, Interactive Model T Auto, Meet the Great Danes, Games, Mechanical Milking Cow, Puppet Shows, Food, Face Painting, Clown, Harold’s Homemade Ice Cream and Baked Goods. Saturday, Oct. 4 activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Old fashioned tent revival at 3 p.m. Performances by Bluegrass Gospel Express at 12 p.m., Bill Adams Band at 1 p.m. and Walls of Jasper at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 activities from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Performances by Mt. Zion Youth, The Jones Family from Mt. Calvary UMC, guest speakers and more. Please come join us for our 100th Birthday Celebration of the building of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church’s Sanctuary. Sanctuary tours available both days. For more information call 301-884-4132 or visit us at www.mtzionmech.org

Longaberger Basket and Vera Bradley Bingo St. Mary’s School (13735 Notre Dame Place, Bryantown) – 6 p.m. Early Bird games start at 6:45 pm. Regular games start at 7:00 pm. The $20 admission fee gets you 24 chances to win some great prizes. There will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and a grand raffle. Must be at least 7 years of age to play. Opportunities to win bonus prizes throughout the evening. Everyone in the bingo area must have a $20 paid admission. Credit Cards accepted at the door. Food will be available for purchase. Call Amanda Schiavoni (301-274-2998) for reservations or for more details. Seventh District Rescue Squad Auxiliary Annual Yard Sale Rescue Squad Annex Building (21530 Colton’s Point Rd., Route 242 Ave.) – 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Seventh District Rescue Squad Auxiliary Annual Yard Sale will take place Saturday, Oct. 4 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Table rental costs are $15 for indoor tables and $10 for outside tables. Set up for indoor tables will be on Friday, Oct. 3 at 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. If you do not want a table, bring your gently used items to the Annex building during Friday’s set-up times. Contact Trisha at 301-769-3214 for more information. Riverside WineFest Sotterly Plantation (44300 Sotterly Ln., Hollywood) – 12 to 6 p.m. The 12th Annual Riverside WineFest at Sotterley is coming up on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5, celebrating the very best of over 20 Maryland wineries in the breathtaking setting of this National Historic Landmark! Combining fun and education, guests come to the place where wine flows freely, live music is jamming, kids enjoy their own play area, engaging demonstrations entertain and educate, artists are selling their exquisite creations, food is scrumptious, and the 1703 Plantation House Mini Tours and the Colonial Revival Garden Tours are FREE. This year’s fantastic live music line-up: (Saturday) The Justin Myles Experience and GrooveSpan. Stop by the Warehouse to see the creations by the artisans from Fuzzy Farmer. In the historic Barn, artists from The Color & Light Society will be creating, displaying, and selling their treasures. As an added bonus, Southern Maryland Radio celebs T-Bone & Heather of Star 98.3 FM will be here on Saturday. Discount Tickets may be purchased in advance for a discounted price of $20 through Sept. 28th - BUY Online Only at www.sotterley.org, or $25 at the gate. Become a Sotterley Member and pay only $15 at the gate! Individual Level (Limit 1 ticket) Family Level (Limit 2 tickets) Patron Level (Limit 4 tickets) Sponsor Level (Limit 6 tickets) Preserver Level and above (Limit 8 tickets) $15 for designated drivers $5 for children ages 6 – 20; free for children under six years old $15 for existing Sotterley Members at the gate. For more information, visit www. sotterley.org or call 301-373-2280 or 800-681-0850.

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Sunday, Oct. 5 Bluegrass for Hospice Community Fundraiser Night The Roy Rogers Restaurant (14000 H. G. Truman Road, Solomon’s Island) – 5 to 8 p.m. Bluegrass for Hospice is hosting a community fundraiser night at the Solomon’s Roy Rogers Restaurant. There will be “live” Bluegrass Music by local musicians and 50/50 raffles! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go toward the Bluegrass for Hospice-2014, a fundraiser to benefit the “Hospice House of St. Mary’s”. Come out and support this great community event! Riverside WineFest Sotterly Plantation (44300 Sotterly Ln., Hollywood) – 12 to 6 p.m. The 12th Annual Riverside WineFest at Sotterley is coming up on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5, celebrating the very best of over 20 Maryland wineries in the breathtaking setting of this National Historic Landmark! Combining fun and education, guests come to the place where wine flows freely, live music is jamming, kids enjoy their own play area, engaging demonstrations entertain and educate, artists are selling their exquisite creations, food is scrumptious, and the 1703 Plantation House Mini Tours and the Colonial Revival Garden Tours are FREE. This year’s fantastic live music line-up: (Sunday) Hydra FX and The John Luskey Band! Stop by the Warehouse to see

the creations by the artisans from Fuzzy Farmer. In the historic Barn, artists from The Color & Light Society will be creating, displaying, and selling their treasures. Discount Tickets may be purchased in advance for a discounted price of $20 through Sept. 28th - BUY Online Only at www.sotterley. org, or $25 at the gate. Become a Sotterley Member and pay only $15 at the gate! Individual Level (Limit 1 ticket) Family Level (Limit 2 tickets) Patron Level (Limit 4 tickets) Sponsor Level (Limit 6 tickets) Preserver Level and above (Limit 8 tickets) $15 for designated drivers $5 for children ages 6 – 20; free for children under six years old $15 for existing Sotterley Members at the gate. For more information, visit www. sotterley.org or call 301-373-2280 or 800-681-0850. Centennial Celebration Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville) – 12:30 to 4 p.m. (Sunday) Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (By Apple Basket) will be having their Centennial Celebration on Oct. 4 and 5. Free admission and shuttle service from offsite parking. Activities both days include Crafters, Demonstrations, Petting Zoo, Dunk Tank, Interactive Model T Auto, Meet the Great Danes, Games, Mechanical Milking Cow,

Puppet Shows, Food, Face Painting, Clown, Harold’s Homemade Ice Cream and Baked Goods. Saturday, Oct.4 activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Old fashioned tent revival at 3 p.m. Performances by Bluegrass Gospel Express at 12 p.m., Bill Adams Band at 1 p.m. and Walls of Jasper at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 activities from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Performances by Mt. Zion Youth, The Jones Family from Mt. Calvary UMC, guest speakers and more. Please come join us for our 100th Birthday Celebration of the building of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church’s Sanctuary. Sanctuary tours available both days. For more information call 301-884-4132 or visit us at www.mtzionmech.org

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Monday, Oct. 6

Intermediate Excel 2010 Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown) – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adults will learn intermediate formulas, and work with rows, columns, and worksheets. Basic Excel skills required. Free. Registration required. 301-475-2846 Web address: www.stmalib.org

Intersection of Faith and Sexuality College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus Center for Business and Industry Building, Room 113E (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata) – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Pastor, author, theologian and activist Chris Glaser will discuss the larger context of the intersection of faith and homosexuality with an emphasis on Christianity and the Bible. Free. MCanizales@csmd.edu, 301934-7659, http://www.csmd.edu/Diversity/.

Wednesday, Oct. 8

Book Discussion Charlotte Hall Library (37600 New Market Rd., Charlotte Hall) – 7 p.m. Discussion of this year’s One Maryland One Book, The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande. Copies to check out are available at the library. 301-884-2211 Web address: www.stmalib.org

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Jazz Cabaret Café des Artistes (41655 Fenwick Street (On the Square), Leonardtown) – 6 to 9 p.m. Gretchen Richie’s Jazz Cabaret will perform “Kind of Blues” on Oct. 9 at Café des Artistes from 6 to 9 p.m.

Free Webinar for Grant Seekers Lexington Park Library (21677 FDR Boulevard, Lexington Park) – 2 to 3 p.m. Webinar covers the process of getting your board involved with fundraising. Free,

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Offering Local Artists a Showplace

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

Entertainment Calendar Thursday, Oct. 2 Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. Coastline Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 8 p.m.

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The House of Frames in Prince Frederick has been offering gallery space for local artists and display options for keepsakes for 22 years. Co-owners Beverly and Joe Smialek went into business together following Joe's graduation from Salisbury. Before that, Beverly had been running the framing operation out of her home. Five years ago, the business expanded to include skateboard shop Aggro Joe's. Beverly and Joe work with each customer to find the best way to showcase their pieces, which can range from paintings and antique photos to wedding dresses and even a signed hockey stick. The hockey stick proved to be a complicated challenge, Beverly said. It was a metal stick with signatures in magic marker, which would smudge if Joe and Beverly Smialek handled too much, but the owner wanted to be able to show it off from all angles. They ended up attaching a knob to the top of the stick and installing it in a glass box, giving the owner the ability to turn the stick and show it off without damaging the signatures. Because of their location in proximity to Andrews Air Force Base and Naval Air Station Patuxent River, the House of Frames receives a lot of business creating shadow boxes for medals and retirement gifts, Joe said. There is no project too weird, Beverly said. She has even framed a doodle done on a paper bag. “Everything has meaning to somebody," Beverly said. In addition to high-quality framing services, the House of Frames offers gallery space. Beverly takes pride in supporting local artists, both in the store and externally. The

Big Money Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 4 Karaoke California Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. Tranzfuzzion The Tavern (4975 St Leonard Road, St Leonard) – 9 a.m. The Egg – Rockin’ the Solomons Offshore Grand Prix The Striped Rock (14470 Solomons Island Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m. Photos by Sarah Miller

DJ Charlie Thompson Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 6 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 7 Thrill the World House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Road, Hollywood) – 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 8 Open Mic Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Priscilla Catterton is ready for her first show.

House of Frames has dedicated spaces at local banks, lawyer’s offices and other public locations, Beverly said. They make sure to put local work in those locations. One local artist, Priscilla Catterton, will be having her first gallery opening at House of Frames on Oct. 4. Catterton met Beverly while golfing at Chesapeake Hills Golf Course. Catterton told Beverly about her paintings, and Beverly told her to bring some in. She liked what she saw, and offered to add Catterton to the featured artists in the shop. Catterton is excited to have her first show at House of Frames. "When I come in here I could stay all day," Catterton said. Catterton painted a little in high school and during her adult life, but she became more serious about her art following her retirement two years ago. She paints landscapes inspired by her travels in Maine, South Carolina, Maryland, Paris and Germany, among other locations. She also paints a wide range of birds and flowers. Catterton's reception will be on Oct. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the House of Frames, located at 475 Main Street in Prince Frederick. For more information, call 410-257-1420. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Wolf’s Blues Jam Blair’s Londontowne Pub and Grill (726 Londontowne Road, Edgewater) – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 9 George Dunn Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 8 p.m. Piranhas Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 10 Tracy Allen Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 11 Tracy Allen Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 7:30 p.m.

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Resources for First-Time Home Buyers The housing market has begun to heat up thanks to an economy on the rebound. Few people aspire to rent for life, and home ownership is a dream shared by both natives and immigrants who came to the country seeking a better life. Each year the National Association of Realtors compiles a profile of buyers and sellers that documents trends in the real estate market. Although the majority of firsttime home buyers identify as white, the next largest group are Hispanics, who account for 11 percent of the market of first-time home buyers. The rapidly growing Hispanic population is influencing all areas of modern living, including real estate. Estimates suggest that, between now and 2020, Hispanics, the second largest ethnic group in America, will account for 50 percent of new home buyers. Over the last three decades, two of every five newcomers to the housing market were Hispanic, according to the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals. In addition to needing assistance finding their dream homes, Hispanic buyers also may need help securing loans to finance their upcoming home purchases. Just this year ezDinero.com launched a multinational online alternate lending solution that helps first-time borrowers connect with top experts who specialize in personal

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Gardening Workshop at Loffler Patricia Armstrong will be presenting “How to Plan and Install a Perennial Garden Including Spring Bulbs” at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Oct. 2 from 9-10:30 a.m. Patricia will offer a power point presentation in the senior lounge followed by a hands-on garden opportunity where participants will be able to help plant perennials and bulbs with Patricia’s assistance as well as other master gardeners. This workshop is being offered at no cost to participants. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk at Loffler to sign up by Monday, Sept. 29. Free Document Shredding to be Offered at Community Health Fair On Friday, October 24, 2014 a FREE commercial shredder truck will be available from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bring all of your unwanted paperwork to the shredder truck. Uniformed personnel will safely transport your sensitive documents to their state of the art mobile shredding truck. You can witness the destruction and they will even provide a certificate of destruction for your records. No need to remove paper clips, binder clips or staples. The shredder truck will be located at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Road in Hollywood. Lyme Discussion and Support Group On Thursday, Oct. 9, at 1 p.m., the Lyme Discussion and Support Group will meet at the Northern Senior Activity Center. This is a facilitator-lead group that will review updated information concerning Lyme disease. The group meets quarterly and is two-fold; educating health-conscious individuals for

SENIOR LIVING prevention purposes and supporting those in their struggles and journeys towards improved health. Call MarieNoelle to sign up in advance at 301-4754002, ext. 1002. Reflexology Sessions On Wednesday, Oct.15, starting at 9:15 a.m., reflexology sessions will be offered at the Northern Senior Activity Center, appointments are made directly with Sarah Strain, ARCB Board Certified Reflexologist by calling 1-240-216-0686. Reflexology helps to improve sleep, relieve stress and tension, aides in pain relief and improves circulation. Thirty minute sessions cost $20, a discounted senior rate. Sessions are held every first and third Wednesday of the month. Fall Gardening Series Back by popular demand the University of Maryland Extension – St. Mary’s County Master Gardiners will present a series of gardening topics to help you get the most out of your garden during the fall and prepare your garden for the cold winter months. On Tuesday, Oct. 21, the topic is “Choosing and Planting Blubs for Spring,” Tuesday, Oct. 28 is “Five Favorite Plants for Shade Gardening” and Tuesday, Nov. 4 is “Tabletop Gardens”. There is no fee to attend the presentations. Advance registration is required by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050. When registering, indicate which session(s) you will be attending. Tai Chi for Arthritis Review This review session, offered at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Mondays, Oct. 20 & 27 from 1:30

– 2:30 p.m. is open only to those who have completed Tai Chi for Arthritis the Core Movements and the Extension Movements. On Oct. 20 the Core Movements will be reviewed and on the 27th the Extension Movements will be reviewed. This review is an opportunity for those to review the movement they have already learned before registering for the next offering in the Tai Chi for Arthritis series, which will begin in November. For more information, or to register, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050. “It’s a Wonderful Life” On Wednesday, Dec. 17, the Department of Aging & Human Services will host a trip to Riverside Center in Fredericksburg, VA to see the “It’s a Wonderful Life” musical. Based on Frank Capra’s beloved and timeless movie, this joyful musical adaptation written by the award-winning team of Susan and Philip Kern and Jerry Lowe closely follows the original story of George Bailey and his satisfying life in Bedford Falls, New York. Filled with memorable songs and Norman Rockwell moments that evoke the nostalgia of small-town life in 1940s America, this production is sure to warm your heart and make your holiday season especially bright. The cost is $90 and will include: motor coach transportation to and from Fredericksburg, driver gratuities, snacks for the return trip, lunch at the theater and the show. The bus will depart the Loffler Senior Activity Center at 9:30 a.m., Garvey at 10 a.m., and Northern at 10:30 a.m. and will return to Northern at 6 p.m., Garvey at 6:30 p.m., and Loffler 7 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1062.

Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.

Philip Briscoe, Pt. II A Journey Through Time The

By Linda Reno Contributing Writer When Philip Briscoe made his will in 1840 he devised to his wife Maria “my farm known by the name of Forrest Hall during her life. I bequeath her this in consideration of her having as great a share in the acquirement of our little property and it is not to be considered in place or in lieu of her dower in my personal or other property.” He directed that his library of books be sold by John M.

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Thompson for the benefit of his wife and children —“if he will pay $1,200 he may have them at that price” (John Melmoth Thompson, ca1808-1844, was Maria’s halfbrother and a son of James Thompson, Jr. and his second wife, Janet Wheritt). On February 3, 1845 the following advertisement appeared in the Daily National Intelligencer (Washington, D.C.): There is not enough space here to discuss the accomplishments of all of the children and grandchildren of Philip and Maria Briscoe. My focus today will be their granddaughter, Maria Briscoe, daughter of Edward Tayloe Briscoe and his wife, Sarah Ferguson Vaughan (a native of Goochland County, Virginia and a direct descendant of Pocahontas and Captain John Rolfe). Maria Briscoe was born April 24, 1875 while her father was Professor of Literature at Charlotte Hall School. “Edward T. Briscoe, a distinguished scholar and linguist, fluently spoke four languages.” She was undoubtedly educated by her father from an early age and later at St. Mary’s Female Seminary and then at Maryland State Normal School (now Towson State College). She, like her father and grandfather, had a love of the written word, but Maria focused her time and attention on poetry. She often said that her favorite poets were Tennyson and Shakespeare. In 1895 Maria married Edward J. Croker, a native of New York, whom she met when he attended Charlotte Hall School. They made their home in Baltimore. She became nationally known for her poems and three volumes of her work were published during her lifetime. One of these was “Tales and Traditions of In Old St. Mary’s” focused on people and places in St. Mary’s County. In 1959 Governor Tawes appointed her as Maryland’s first Poet Laureate, a position she proudly held until her death on May 6, 1962.

Thursday, October 2, 2014

Wanderings of an

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Min “A Weekend

in Philly”

By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer

I am watching the sunrise come up on a beautiful new day, thinking about new adventures that await. We do like knocking out items on our bucket list – though mainly we are knocking out a few inexpensive, fairly close places or things on the list. We are so lucky to be close to so many exciting places. A few weeks ago, we took a quick three hour trip to Philadelphia, mainly to find where my husband’s grandparents lived when he was a child, and then find their graves. I am still amazed that Philly is only three hours away – I always thought it would be a five hour trip for some reason. We found the street, East Westmoreland but my husband couldn’t be sure of the row house. So many of them have been remodeled. All the open front porches with wide columns that he remembered as a small child have been made into an additional living space. What was neat to see was how diverse the neighborhoods are, and everyone of all faiths, colors, and nationalities living, talking, and working with each other. Everyone seemed so happy. His grandparents old neighborhood was still a working class neighborhood, where everyone walked and sat on their stoops. We watched older ladies, who probably had lived on this street for more than fifty years, maneuver their red personal shopping carts across the busy, very narrow roads, and sometimes even narrower sidewalks. It was nice listening to my husband reminisce about all the kids trying to stay out from underfoot (and he has three sisters and an older brother that couldn’t have been easy) while the adults played cards and had a locally brewed beer. He remembered the overhead bridge that runs the length of Frankford Road – right over the center of the street below. It is a busy shopping district with lots of wonderful smelling Italian, Polish, and Hispanic restaurants, among many many other nationalities. We did try to find his grandparent’s graves twice on both Saturday and Sunday. Cedar Hill Cemetery is a 50 acre complex in three separate, but close locations. All my husband had to go on was a vague memory of the gravesite and a comment made about his stern German Grandmother at her funeral, “Good she is near the road, now she will see everything that is going on.” There is no office at Cedar Hill: you call a number and a lady tells you that nothing is on computer, but if you have a name she will hunt through the files and send you a letter. My husband was clearly disappointed, but we kept looking. We drove and scanned all three areas and did some walking. Finally we were at the last section, where he really felt the graves were. We were happy to see that a man and a crew were weed eating and mowing, so we didn’t go over there. And good to her word, the cemetery manager sent hand drawn maps from the files and a nice letter. I kept looking at these maps and trying to orient myself with the roads, the corner with the Walgreens where we stopped, and various other landmarks we saw. Finally, I thought, what about Google Earth. So, I punched in the cemetery and using the hand drawn maps and the starred location and outlined plot for his grandparent’s graves, I tried to match everything carefully. Then, like a bolt of lightning I realized where the graves were: yes, unbelievably the family plot which consists of quite a few graves was located exactly where the man was weed eating. And from the way it looked, it was exactly at the spot of my husband’s grandparents. We couldn’t believe it! But knew that this is the way our luck runs. We do plan to go back, and armed now with lots more history and addresses. We will complete this mission from the list! P.S. We did go to Jim’s Cheesesteaks on South Street – that’s an item checked off my personal bucket list : ) To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann

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Recovery: Timing IS Everything By Debra Meszaros CSN www.MXSportsNutrition.com Sports Nutrition is no longer just for the athlete, it has hit mainstream. The trend is leading a healthier lifestyle and managing healthy body weight. So for those stepping into the role of building healthier lives, here are some basic facts to help you make better choices; information to help you understand the mechanics of your body, and how to make the most of your efforts. For those that are athletic, work out, or simply find themselves sore after a day of gardening, the right choice at the right time can make a difference. I am talking about food and when you consume it. For timing is everything. There are certain foods when consumed before exercise or physical work that can help the body meet the demands of your actions. Green tea iced or hot, Yerba Mate, coconut palm nectar, a protein shake, cocoa powder, and medium chain triglycerides like coconut oil, are all good choices consumed no more than an hour before. These are natural boosters of energy. Stay clear of large amounts of caffeine, sugar, and salt as they can hinder function or decrease energy. Hydration plays a key role in performance and recovery, and mineral enhanced water will increase the ability to hydrate keeping muscles loose and flexible. How potent and effective is protein powder? Protein powder made into a shake has a much faster transit time than solid forms of protein. During times of physical stress, the timing of when protein is shuttled into the body for absorption can make the difference in how well you perform and how quick you are to recover and rebuild. The fastest acting protein is whey because its amino acid profile is close to human muscle in composition. Non-denatured grass fed whey protein also contains the BCAA’s needed by the body to stimulate protein synthesis during physical action. It allows the body to improve strength, build new muscle faster, and lessen soreness. In addition to protein, B vitamins, Vitamin D,

magnesium, and zinc are also needed to expedite the building of quality muscle. Timing is everything when it comes to recovery and muscle soreness, and the protein type you choose makes a difference in achieving the goal of consuming protein within 30 to 60 minutes after physical activity. Just consuming it alone within that time frame does not mean it is available to the body. That’s why utilizing liquid protein assures the availability within the timeframe needed. Solid forms of protein take hours before they are available to the body, missing the window of anti-fatigue. In the case of managing weight and body fat percentages, the correct timing of the liquid protein would be no less than 60 minutes after physical activity. This gives the body time to utilize the fat that has been released into your bloodstream instead of returning it to its origin. You will loose some of the benefits of quicker recovery but that’s not your objective in weight management. So power up, hydrate before and utilize liquid protein for recovery. ©2014 Debra Meszaros MXSportsNutrition.com. All rights reserved; no duplication without permission. DISCLAIMER: When you read through the diet and lifestyle information, you must know that everything within it is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional. I am making no attempt to prescribe any medical treatment. You should not use the information here for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. The products and the claims made about specific products have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Confirm the safety of any supplements with your M.D., N.D. or pharmacist (healthcare professional). Some information given is solely an opinion, thought and or conclusion based on experiences, trials, tests, assessments or other available sources of information. I do not make any guarantees or promises with regard to results. I may discuss substances that have not been subject to double blind clinical studies or FDA approval or regulation. You assume the responsibility for the decision to take any natural remedy. You and only you are responsible if you choose to do anything with the information you have read. You do so at your own risk. I encourage you to make your own health decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

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