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Jim Lane sets a butterfly free during the Calvert Hospice memorial ceremony at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens.

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Plans are slowly but surely moving forward for the Armory Square area of Prince Frederick. Armory Square encompasses the site of the old Calvert Middle School and the armory building and, during the Oct. 7 Board of County Commissioners approved $47,500 to be spent “for advertising, for professional review of proposed submittals and to help pay for the cost of an economic impact study of this specific project for the developer selected,” according to documents provided at the meeting. According to Community Planning and Building Director Tom Barnett, his department has 50 developers they will be requesting proposals from. The proposals they are seeking will involve developing Armory Square and other plans from the 2013 charrette process, Barnett said. In addition to discussion about Armory Square, the Board of County Commissioners listened to a presentation from the Maryland Highway Safety Office and the Motor Vehicle Administration about the Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) and “their efforts to create an impact at the local level, by urging local governments to create their own local SHSP.”

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The presentation showed that, with the exception of 2012, the number of fatal accidents has been in a downward trend, while the overall number of accidents has been on the rise since 2011. In Calvert County, the number of deaths has been on a slight increase, from seven in 2011 to 9 in 2012 to 11 in 2013, while the overall number of people injured in crashes has been declining. Common factors in accidents resulting in injuries include speed, improper seatbelt use, and driving while impaired. For more information, including agendas for upcoming Board of County Commissioners meetings, visit www.co.cal.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Dominion has begun survey work on a new bypass road that will enable residents living east of the Cove Point LNG terminal to have another egress point from Cove Point Road in the unlikely event of an emergency. All work will be done at the company’s expense. “We are doing this voluntarily as a result of our review of the safety, security and emergency preparedness programs at Cove Point and similar facilities, to help us maintain the highest standards of performance,” said Mike Frederick, vice president-LNG Operations. “This is part of our long-standing commitment to ensure the safety of the community and contribute to the overall wellbeing of the community. “This initiative is not required for our existing facilities or for the LNG export project,” Frederick said. “It is in response to feedback from the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners, the Southern Maryland Congres-

sional and state delegations and citizens at more than 60 public meetings the company has held since announcing its planned export project.” The new route will link Cove Point Road east of the plant entrance to Dasher Drive and provide access to Little Cove Point Road, which intersects Cove Point Road west of the terminal. The road will be open to traffic only when necessary and will be operational before the export project is completed. Dominion also has been working with Calvert County to come up with a plan that will ensure around-the-clock access for emergency responders to neighborhoods along Cove Point and Little Cove Point roads throughout the three-year construction period. Dominion Cove Point LNG Press Release

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Two hours, 11 candidates, seven questions. The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce invited the Calvert County commissioner candidates to address community concerns during an Oct. 1 candidate forum. Questions asked ranged from how the candidates would strive to make Calvert County business friendly to their opinions on signage in the area and the state priority funding areas. A number of the candidates are small business owners or have shopped at local businesses. Businesses would benefit from having signage visible from Route 2/4. Current Board of County Commissioners President Pat Nutter said the time has long since passed for the county to update the ordinance governing signage. Candidate Mike Hart said he supports ordinances that allow all businesses equal opportunity to advertise, without giving preferential treatment to once business over another. Opinions about the former Calvert Middle School property were varied. Candidate Paul Harrison said the county needs to be smart about what is done with the property, suggesting part of it be transferred to the State Highway Administration to widen Route 2/4 in Prince Frederick. Candidate Tom Hejl disagreed, saying the county should lease the property out so it will bring in revenue. Commissioner candidates will have another opportunity to answer questions at the League of Women Voters forum at St. John Vianney Church in Prince Fredrick at 6 p.m. on Oct. 16. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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League of Women Voters of St. Mary’s Candidates Forum Scheduled for October 16 A candidates’ forum will be held on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. in the Lexington Park Library. The individuals running for the Board of Education and the County Commissioner office will meet and greet the public at 5:30 p.m. The candidates currently running for the Board of Education are: Alonzo Gaskin, Rita Weaver, Karin Bailey and Brooke Matthews. County Commissioner candidates scheduled to attend are: Jack Russell, Randy Guy, Merl Evans, Tom Jarboe, Robert Schaller, Mike Hewitt, Tony St. Clair, John O’Connor and Todd Morgan. Each candidate will make an opening statement and questions from the audience will follow.

As is the usual practice, individuals in the audience will write their question on a card, which will then be read by the moderator. Candidates’ replies will be timed. The forum will end with closing statements by all candidates. This event is sponsored by the League, the St. Mary’s NAACP and the Center for the Study of Democracy at St. Mary’s College. Members of each organization will assist with the program. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, community-based political organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

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Judge Ordered Woman Back to Jail for DWI

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By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer

The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.

On Monday Oct. 7, Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark Stephen Chandlee ordered the defendant Danielle Marie Donahoo, of Huntingtown, to finish her 45-day sentence at the Calvert County Detention Center. Donahoo was convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol on July 7th after she blew a .30 while driving with her children in the car. Donahoo was ordered back to prison after she gave birth to her third child. Donahoo was serving her jail time strictly on weekends and has completed seven weekends and was also credited for one weekend. The defendant has 21 days left in her sentence

Destruction of Property: On Sept. 20 at 12:38 a.m., Trooper First Class Esnes responded to the 1600 block of Maurham Ct. in Huntingtown for a destruction of property complaint. The victim reported a window in the backyard shed had been broken out. Investigation revealed that despite the broken window, access was not obtained to the inside of the shed. Investigation continues.

and she gave the judge an emotional speech as to why she should not have to complete the remaining days. She stated the time she spent in jail was a “rude awakening” and she has “learned the error of her ways.” Judge Chandlee said although he believed the defendant has learned her lesson; he could not accommodate her more than he already has and said he did not want anything to happen to her children. Donahoo will start her jail time on Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Calvert County Detention Center. Kathryn Marsh and Jennifer Morton represented the state. lauren@somdpublishing.net

Glen Burnie Man Sentenced to 60 Days for DWI and Driving With a Revoked License

Destruction of Property: On Oct. 2 at 10:30 p.m., Master Trooper M. Gill received a complaint for destruction of property. The victim reported being in a dispute that resulted in the driver side front door being damaged. Investigation continues. Possession of Oxycodone: On Oct. 3 at 11:12 a.m., Trooper First Class Barlow stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Mountain Trail Rd. in Prince Frederick. The faint odor of burnt Marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search recovered oxycodone inside the backpack of a backseat passenger. Marie A. E. Chase, 28 of Lexington Park, was arrested for possession of CDS and possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. An application for charges was submitted for possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia for Vaughn J. Chase, another passenger in the vehicle.

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Trespassing: On Oct. 3 at 4:15 p.m., Trooper T. Newcomer responded to 340 Fairground Rd. in Prince Frederick for a trespassing complaint. Brian P. Parran, 29 of Prince Frederick, was located near the apartment complex. He was reportedly witnessed leaving an apartment in the complex. Parran had previously received a written no trespass order through the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. On 10/5/14, Parran responded to the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick and was served a Criminal Summons for trespassing.

On Monday Oct. 6, Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark Stephen Chandlee sentenced Trondelle Laquan Brooks, of Glen Burnie, to 60 days at the Calvert County Detention Center. The maximum sentence for driving while under the influence is 60 days, which the state requested and the maximum sentence for driving with a revoked license is two years, which the state also requested. Brooks pleaded guilty to both, but only received 60 days for driving with a revoked license. Judge Chandlee sentenced the defendant to 60 days for driving while

intoxicated, but ultimately suspended the jail time. The defendant requested a work release, which was granted. Brooks was ordered to pay a $250 fine plus $145 in court costs and has to do so by Jan. 15, 2015. Brooks was sentenced to three years of unsupervised probation and he has to complete an alcohol education class through the Calvert County Substance Abuse Program within the first year of his probation. Brooks is ordered to report to the Calvert County Detention Center Monday Oct. 13 at 9 a.m. Alison O’Connell represented the defendant. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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A History of Excellence

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) unit at Huntingtown High School received the distinction of being the best in the Mid-Atlantic Region, and they

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are working hard to maintain their high standard of excellence. Their distinction came following a thorough inspection, which ranged from a personnel inspection to checking supplies and ensuring everything is stored as it should be, according to retired Chief Warrant Officer and Naval Science Instructor Chris Morgan. The inspection was only a small part of earning their distinction, Morgan said. The rest was attributed to the NJROTC’s involvement in their community and the activities they are involved in. The company participates in a number of volunteer activities, said Cadet Lieutenant Commander Zachary Barhan. Activities include Operation Hope on the Chesapeake, the Patuxent River Appreciation Days parade, Farming for Hunger, Toys for Tots and the Charlotte Hall Veteran’s facility.

In addition to volunteer opportunities, students can be involved in camping and orienteering trips, air rifle competitions, and academic competitions, among other activities, Barhan said. The NJROTC is designed to produce civic-minded leaders, according to Retired Chief Petty Officer and Naval Science Instructor Kevin Peck. This involves giving back to the community, he said, adding that while the NJROTC is a good gateway into a career in the military, students are not required to join the military due their involvement in the NJROTC. Earning the distinction of best in the region raises the bar, Morgan said. For more information, visit hhsweb.calvertnet.k12.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Teachers all over the county are working to prepare students for college and careers after graduation, and the Career and Tech Center is an integral part of making that happen. “We do our very best to prepare them [students] for what’s next for them,” said Career and Tech Center Principal Mark Wilding. Most of the programs at the career and tech center have a certificate to be obtained at the end of the program, Wilding said. For example, Academy of Health Professions students sit for their Certified Nursing Assistant or Geriatric Nursing Assistant exams before they graduate. Cosmetology students sit for the state cosmetology exam, which includes theory and practical portions. Earning certificates does a couple things for students, Wilding said. Nursing students can get a job at a hospital or nursing center and work their way through college. Not every student is college bound, but they graduate ready for the future, Wilding said. Some programs ensure that students graduate with the credentials to get into a trade school or apprenticeship program. The school ensures that students are working with up-todate machinery, computers, and programs, Wilding said. Teachers bring in field experts to talk to their classes, and students get experience in building their resumes and interviewing. “Nobody’s standing still,” Wilding said. The Career and Tech Center gives students an opportunity to try out a career field without putting down thousands of dollars. It saves time and money for the students, Wilding said. They sit down with students and go over the options open to them, and help guide them in the direction they are best suited for and most interested in. For more information, visit cccweb.calvertnet.k12.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Business in the Front, Politics in the Back

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By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Calvert County Commissioners Steve Weems, Pat Nutter and Evan Slaughenhoupt, talked about the different facets of the Commissioners Board and how it goes beyond politics. “It’s political to get the position, but I think once you’re in the position you have to try and set that all aside,” Slaughenhoupt said. The commissioners attend various presentations, ribbon cuttings, proclamations and events in the county. “There are a lot of people who think it’s, ‘oh they meet on Tuesday, that’s it,’ but actually the job starts usually Sunday night about 9 p.m. and ends the following Sunday night at about 8:59 p.m., which it begins to start again,” Nutter said. “We spend a lot of time at different functions that people expect us to and we spend a lot of time during the week speaking to different groups, so it’s a job that you always seem to have something to do. I mean we’re booked almost everyday. It’s one thing or another. It’s an everyday job,” he continued. Nutter said he spends at least once a month meeting with the board presidents from St. Mary’s and Charles County. Slaughenhoupt also added how citizens don’t see the various meetings the board has in the morning and the other concerns the commissioners have to address. “There are probably 70 or 80 various volunteer boards and commissions that we sponsor…and a lot of us commissioners serve as the board of representatives on those commissions,” Slaughenhoupt said. “So we have meetings throughout the week on these various commissions and they generally don’t get any press or attention, but it’s a lot of time and work on those things as well,” he continued. Weems addressed how the board is like a business, especially with finances. “Our primary objective is the appropriation of taxpayer funding and for me, its best use. It really is like a business in a sense that the revenue is derived from our income taxes and from our property taxes, property taxes account for 60 percent and then 30 percent income tax and roughly 10 percent from other sources. You got on the one-side revenue, one-side expenditures,” Weems explained. “It’s just like your household – you don’t overextend your budget and you live within your means.” Another major concern for the commissioners is the development of the county’s master plan, which Slaughenhoupt said is the main, top document for the county. “We have staff people who basically pull it together, but it’s done by input and meetings with different community members, community organizations and interested citizens, who participate in that. Then it gets vetted through

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a process so it becomes an official document that the commissioners adopt on behalf of the county,” Slaughenhoupt said. “It really does end up the more active the citizens are then the better, the more clear the guidance for us to follow because we are implementing what the citizens want, not so much necessarily what we want.” “This all comes together based on what’s good for the people and what you can do with that particular area,” Nutter added. The Board of Commissioners also functions like a business in a sense that the commissioners all show respect and professionalism to one another, which is not found in every body of government. “I had a self-goal coming in, because the previous board had personalities that had a lot of conflict among them, for me the overriding goal was to try to make sure that even if there were disagreements and even if I was the only one that wanted something and didn’t get my way to

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I have knocked on thousands of Calvert County doors in the last 14 months and have learned a lot about our community and your concerns. What I have heard from so many of you – Democrats, Republicans and especially Independents – is how weary you are of all the arguing, the mean-spiritedness and the distortions of our politics today. In the last days of this campaign, we’re seeing it in discussion about a so-called “vehicle mileage tax.” An Oct. 2 letter-to-the-editor titled “2009 Law Leads to 2014 Decision” implies that I would support such a device in order to address climate change. Never mind that no such legislation exists. Forget for a moment that such a device came up only as an “option for consideration” in a 2012 Department of Transportation report – when I wasn’t even in office. Had I been in the General Assembly two years ago, I would have advised the bureaucrats that they were wasting their ink. It is counterpro-

ductive to even suggest placing such a burden on the people of Calvert County, many of who drive many miles to make a living. If a so-called mileage tax ever does come up while I am representing you in Annapolis, I will fight to kill it – and I will win because of my proven ability to bring people together to support good ideas for Calvert County and to get rid of the bad ones. We have less than a month before Election Day. Unfortunately, some people treat elections as a war and are willing to do or say anything to get their candidate elected. I caution everyone to be alert to distortions and false choices. This is not a war, it is a choice. Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions about my positions. My contact information is on my website, www.SueKullen.com Sue Kullen Port Republic, Md.

Re: Kullen vs. Fisher Re: Letter to the Editor, Calvert County Times, Sept 18 Issue, "Kullen vs. Fisher" I was so glad to hear of Sue Kullen's respectful responsiveness in regard to Lynne Gilles' and her very important animal rights issues. Ms. Kullen certainly seems like a very nice lady. Unfortunately, I have to say that I have been more impressed by Sue Kullen's record of being a tax and spend Democrat over the years. It was Sue Kullen who put in her own Rain Tax, voted for the Gas Tax, voted for a Bill that has been recently proposed, the Mileage Tax. She also voted for the Car Registration Tax, the Income Tax Hike, the Sales Tax Increases & the Tax on Electricity. What's next? The Chesapeake Bay View Tax! (Oh, we already have that one.) How about

a Personal Space Tax? A tax on Breathing?! I'm not sure we can afford Ms. Kullen anymore. I find Mark Fisher to be a reasonable, kind, of good character and a good leader as well. I believe Calvert County will have a better chance staying with Mark Fisher, tax wise. My husband and I are retirees. Mark Fisher wants to eliminate taxes on retirement income so we can stay in our homes and enjoy retirement here on the Bay and not have to move because of the tax burden. That's important to us and a lot of other Calvert County residents. We are both voting for Mark Fisher for Delegate in November. Clare O'Shea Chesapeake Beach

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For All Calvert County Folks Here is a thought for all independent-minded Calvert County voters. Let’s forget any party affiliation or labels for a moment and think about what is best for our county. Let's do some political calculus. In November, 2014, we will again vote for who will be our delegate to Annapolis. The campaign is afoot. In a comparison of Sue Kullen and the current delegate, which one has a proven track record of getting things done for our county in Annapolis? Look at Sue Kullen’s’ record from 4 years ago. Ms. Kullen was able to get legislation passed and gain additional funding for our county. Look at her opponent who had zero pieces of significant legislation passed during his term. Ms. Kullen would sit at the table with the dominant legislative leaders. Her opponent does not and never will. Between the 2 candidates, who was moving up the leadership ladder into positions that control the flow of legislation in Annapolis? In her term 4 years ago, Sue was voted head of the Women's Caucus and the word on the street was that she was soon to be appointed to a committee leadership position if she had not been defeated by folks who voted straight Republican without really thinking about what was best for our county, voting based on anger directed at a national political figure. What influential leadership position is the current Republican delegate in line for. None is the answer. For the last 70 years, little old Calvert County has been blessed with powerful representatives in Annapolis, first Mr. Louis Goldstein and now Sen. Mike Miller. Who is more likely to replace Mr. Miller as a respected and influential member of the dominant political party and thus be able to best look out for our county? The answer is clear and easy - Sue Kullen. You may not like the way it works but it is what it is. Plus, Ms. Kullen is a true public servant who sees government service as a worthy aspiration for the right reasons. I know that a certain percentage of the New Republicans only care about certain issues and will only vote for a candidate who parrots what Tea Party faithful want to hear. Other Republicanleaning voters may miss their Republican political figures such as Reagan and the Bushes but I believe these Reagan Republicans will be smart enough in this next election to vote for the right candidate for the long term benefit of our county - Sue Kullen. Put Party aside and vote Calvert First. One final piece of calculus - Southern Calvert County may well continue to vote Republican, the overwhelmingly minority state party. So, if both Calvert County delegates are from the minority party, and our one majority representative will be our state senator, currently Sen. Miller who will eventually retire, who will replace him? Remember, more voters in his district are from counties other than Calvert? It will most likely be a candidate from one of those counties who will not really need to pay as much attention to us. So, you swing voters, if you vote for the current Republican delegate in 2014, where does that leave us in 2018? There is an old country saying about being the last calf to feed at a mother cow - that is what Calvert County will be doing. We need at least one of our state representatives to have real influence. For me, this calculus is not necessary. Knowing Sue is to know she is the type of independent, hard-working, caring public servant that I want representing my county for many years to come. For you independent and Calvert First voters, do the math, vote for Sue Kullen on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Leon Langley Prince Frederick, Md.

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Karen May Macon, 33 Karen May Macon, 33, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23 at George Washington Hospital in Washington DC. She is survived by her loving parents Patricia M Ballard and Michael T Macon; her two beautiful kids ShaunMichael William Wells and Heaven Leigh Wells; siblings Michael T and Holly M Macon; nephews Michael T and Tristan Macon and her aunts and uncles Randy (Christina), Brenda, Eddie, Bobby Ballard; Kathy (John) McDavid, Preston Bryant, Mary Bryant, Juanita (James) Gardner and Sue (Ben) Lackey. Karen was preceded in death by her grandparents Catherine and Clifton Bryant; Gloria and Charles Moss; Kenneth and Del Ballard and

Tommy Macon; uncles Rodney Bryant and Oakie Ballard Memorial to celebrate Karen’s life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 1:30 p.m. to 6: p.m. at Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach, 4075 Cordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach, Md. 20714.

John Grady Warhurst, 43 John Grady Warhurst, 43, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away on Friday, Sept. 26. He was born in Washington, DC, the son of Grady T. and Patricia Ann (Jordan) Warhurst. He was married to Aimee B. (Forshee) Warhurst. They celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary in Jan. He retired from the Prince Georges County Police Department as a Lieutenant after serving 21 years. He was also active in both the Glendale

VFD and Marlboro VFD for 22 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, travel, country music, and spending time with his family. He was also an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Police work was his life. He was very dedicated and loved helping people. Along with his wife and parents he is survived by three children, Laura Ashley, Daniel Grady, and Jordan Lynne Warhurst, two sisters, Karen Marie Warhurst and Judy Kathleen Russell, a brother Michael Terry Warhurst and his dog Cody. Family invited friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane (Rt 4 & Fowler Road), Owings, Md. 20736 on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and where Funeral Services were on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 10 am. Interment followed at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, Md. In lieu of flowers, a trust has been set up for John’s daughter at: Prince Georges Community Federal Credit Union, Trust Account for Jordan Warhurst, 9201 Basil Court, Largo, Md. 20774, Acct # 140693-04.

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Larry served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from 1970-71. He moved to Owings in 1984 from Riverdale, Md. and retired in 2012 from Local #10 as an elevator mechanic. He enjoyed working on and fixing things and was a great fan of the Washington Redskins. His favorite pass time was spent with his grandchildren. Family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane (Rt 4 & Fowler Road), Owings, Md. 20736 on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., where Funeral Services will be on Friday, Oct. 10, at 11 am. Interment will follow at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk.

Perry Odgen Burgess, 85 Perry Odgen Burgess, 85, of Prince Frederick, passed away Sept. 7th at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. Perry was born on Dec. 30, 1929 in Washington DC. Perry graduated from Coolidge High School in June 1950. After high school Perry worked for Woodworth and Lothrop Company working as an Assistant Window Trimmer making window displays. From 1951 to 1953 Perry served in the United States Army, in the 2nd Infantry Division. Perry was decorated with the Korean Service Metal with three Bronze Stars, the United Nations Service Metal, and the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. From 1956 to 1988 Perry worked at the United States Patent and Trademarks Office as a Patent Draftsman and retired as Chief Draftsman. Perry is survived by his sweetheart of 25 years, Joan Barbara Miller.

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By Emily Charles Contributing Writer Many people love art and the members of the Craft Guild Shop are no exceptions. According to Joyce Owen, a long time Guild member, the shop has been open for about 37 years, though it has only resided in its location at 26005 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown for eight years. Currently, 18 people make up Craft Guild Shop’s co-op, she said. Because of this, everything from woodwork to stained glass lines the shop walls. Some artists even display their jewelry exclusively at Craft Guild Shop, like George McWilliams. Craft Guild Shop is the only store in Southern Maryland where customers can purchase McWilliam’s variety of maritime paintings, Owen said. Craft Guild Shop is always looking to welcome new customers, and if you haven’t seen their vast array of art, the upcoming Craft Guild Fall Harvest Festival, to be held at Leonardtown Park, behind the Port of Leonardtown Winery, is a great place to begin! Starting Saturday, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m., the event will include a series of crafters not limited to those in the Guild, Owen stated. In addition, it will be filled with family fun! This year’s harvest festival “includes scarecrow making…There will be pumpkin painting for the kids. There will be barrel infused cigars there, I know that’s something that the Winery had contacted someone about. Chef Dan from Morris Point Restaurant will be there with food for everyone,” said Owen. Baked goods will also be featured and a tour of the Winery may also be taken, according to Guild member Sandy Web. The event is free of admission, and attendees can enjoy themselves to the sound of live music. “It’s free admission, free parking, it’s very accessible,” Owen said, “There will be two bands playing. The OM Band will be playing from 1 to 4 p.m. and Groove Span will be performing from 4 to 7 p.m.” A good turn out is expected. “The Winery is always busy on Saturdays, they always have a full parking lot, they’re always full on Saturdays. With what they have and with what we draw, we should have a pretty good sized turn out. We did a show there in May and it was very well received. It was just us, just the members of the Guild, and we did very well,” Owen stated. Owen has been planning these events for thirty years, she said, and compared the upcoming festival to Leonardtown Square’s Fall Follies. “The Fall Follies that used to be in Leonardtown, on the Square, this is kind of taking the place of that,” she said. “This is the first we’ve ever done something this big. What they’ve done in town, for

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Centers Closed Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed Monday, October 13 for Columbus Day. Meals on Wheels will be delivered. Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer The AARP Tax-Aide program, sponsored by the Calvert County Office on Aging, is looking for volunteers to serve as tax counselors to prepare, review and efile 2014 tax returns at each of the three senior centers in 2015. Volunteers can give a few hours a week or more, if desired. All Tax-Aide volunteers will be required to pass the IRS and Maryland certification tests. Training will be offered in late 2014 and/or early 2015. The Calvert Pines location is looking for a volunteer site coordinator to schedule appointments and greet clients. If interested, contact Patti Ryon at the Office on Aging, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Maryland Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) MOLST is a portable and enduring medical order form based on your current medical conditions and current treatment procedures. You can also indicate future health care choices. Presentations on this important form will be held at all three senior centers: Calvert Pines, Friday, October 10, 11 a.m.; Southern Pines, Friday, October 10, 12:30 p.m.; North Beach, Tuesday, October 14, 10:45 a.m. Medicare Prescription Drug Program Open Enrollment Medicare Part D open enrollment is October 15 – December 7. Beneficiaries can join or make changes to their existing prescription or Medicare Advantage Plan coverage in three ways: speak with a representative who can assist in your plan search, call 1-800-Medicare or 1-800-633-4227; enroll online once you complete your search for the best plan at www.medicare.gov; or make an appointment with a State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) representative by calling 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Enjoy playing and winning prizes at the Special Bingo, Tuesday, October 14, 10:30 a.m. Lend your voice to the Variety Players. The group meets each Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) High-dose flu shots will be available to persons aged 65-plus, Tuesday, October 21, 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Appointments are required. Medicare is accepted. If you do not have Medicare there will be a $20 fee. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) High-dose flu shots will be available to persons aged 65-plus, Tuesday, October 14, 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Appointments are required. Medicare is accepted. If you do not have Medicare there will be a $20 fee. EATING TOGETHER MENU Lunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, October 13 CENTERS CLOSED FOR COLUMBUS DAY Tuesday, October 14 Chicken Salad, Hard Boiled Egg, Pickle, Wheat Dinner Roll, Pear Half Wednesday, October 15 Beef Stroganoff, Noodles, Brussels Sprouts, Wheat Bread, Apricots Thursday, October 16 Jambalaya, Rice, Collard Greens, Cornbread, Mandarin Oranges Friday, October 17 Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Minestrone Soup, Pineapple

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Thursday, October 9, 2014

Domestic Violence Awareness By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer October is the official month for domestic violence awareness and Calvert County is raising awareness about this growing issue. The Crisis Intervention Center has partnered with the Calvert County Commission for Women to address this growing problem. Chair for the Calvert County Commission for Women Margaret Dunkle explained how domestic violence is not only an issue for women, but men as well. “Men are most often the abusers and men need to understand that real men don’t hit women,” she said. “Last year we had a guy who spoke after being an abuser and came to realize what he did was wrong…other men can play an important role in telling the guy next to him it’s not okay to hit, abuse, demean or be violent to the women in your life,” she continued. The Crisis Intervention Center has helped 900 people this year alone and has received at least 10,000 calls. According to Dunkle, it is a high statistic for a county with less than 100,000 people. “Domestic violence is a serious issue that, sadly, affects too many. Last year, Amanda Foster of Lusby was stabbed to death by her boyfriend, and the State Attorney’s Office prosecuted almost 400 cases of domestic violence in Calvert County,” Dunkle said. “A lot of people don’t know this happens and it can happen to anyone…I think we’re becoming more aware and less tolerant for it, but it’s not a new issue. You can’t eliminate something if you don’t talk about it, recent stories help focus the issue and talk about it,” Dunkle said. Dunkle encourages anyone who is a victim of domestic violence to seek help and to talk to someone you trust. “There’s nothing to be ashamed of if you have been abused,” she said. There will be three events during the month of October for Domestic Violence Awareness. On Saturday Oct. 18 the Prince Frederick Library will host a panel discussion, “In Your Own Voice,” from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for survivors of domestic violence. On Monday Oct. 27th at 7 p.m. there will be a candle light vigil, which will start in the courtyard of the Calvert County Circuit Court. A community forum, “Real Men Talk” will be held Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. at the Prince Frederick Library and this is event is strictly for men. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence call 410-535-1121 or 301-855-1075. lauren@somdpublishing.net

Parks and Recreation Held Meeting on New Park in Dunkirk By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The Calvert County Parks and Recreation held their Master Plan meeting Thursday Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach. The meeting updated residents on the plan for the park, which will be located on Ward Road in Dunkirk. According to the Press Release from Parks and Recreation, the 209-acre land was purchased with funds from the Calvert County Youth Recreational Opportunities Fund, which is a state grant administered by the Department of Natural Resources. The meeting allowed citizens to comment and give their ideas for the new project; a major concern was the increase amount of traffic the park will bring. Landscape Architect Charlie Bailey of Mahan Rykiel Associates said at this point in the process they are not looking at traffic problems and a traffic study will occur further in the future. Parks and Recreation Division Chief Doug Meadows discussed the steps Parks and Recreation will have to take before any construction of the park can begin. “Once the commissioners have blessed it then it goes to the planning commissioners who will bless it, once the planning commissioners bless it that gives us the ability to start looking at development. So they’re going to approve it as a plan. So there’s still a process before we would stick the first shovel in the ground,” Meadows said. “The day you decide to do it and have the money in your hand you still got two to three years until things happen. So we’re looking at a real long-term, logically stepped progression over time,” Meadows said. The name for the new park has not been decided and citizens gave their ideas for a new name at the first public hearing in June. Bailey said suggestions for the name have been related to the culture, environment and animals of the area. Bailey also said the new park will not have tennis courts, but will have ball fields; playgrounds; disc-golf course; pave, gravel and natural surface trials; a nature center; picnic facilities; a dog park; pavilions for an education facility and boardwalks to the water features of the park. The Master Plan for the park will be presented to the County Commissioners Oct. 21, which will then be either approved or disapproved. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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Presenting the professionals' favorite properties on the market. Featured Homes of the Week

Realtor’s Choice

To list a property in our next Realtor’s Choice edition, call Jennifer at 301-373-4125.

Disaster-Resilient Homes Start With Concrete Walls A home today must be more than just aesthetically pleasing. The costs of fuel consumption and extreme-storm damage, plus costs in the way of carbon footprints, are making all of us insist on far more property benefits, including superior durability and resilience from pending disasters. “In that case, open the door to a home built with concrete reinforced walls, instead of wood, and see how you will receive greater safety, comfort, investment value, and energy efficiency,” says Todd Blyth at Nudura, a leading name in building technology. “Concrete is a major solution for weather extremes, and for more than a decade now, the building system using ICFs (insulated concrete forms) has proven to deliver the most durable building frame.” The ICF principle is simple, Blyth says. The walls are constructed with pre-assembled, interlocking units (similar to Lego), so they’re easily transported to any building site. Each form consists of two panels of thick foam (expanded polystyrene) connected with a patented web system. Guided by the architectural design and beauty aspects you request, the ICFs are stacked, steel reinforced, and filled with concrete until the entire building envelope is complete. Here’s a snapshot of additional building benefits: Disaster-resilient: ICF walls withstand winds of up to 402 kilometers per hour and

give you a fire protection rating as long as four hours. Energy efficiency: Premium insulation delivers an energy-efficiency rating as high as R-50 due to the thermal mass of the concrete (compared to an average R-20 in wood structures), and that equates to reducing household energy bills by as much as 70 percent. And if optional inserts are added to the ICF forms, this efficiency is improved even more. Occupant comfort: Outside cold can easily travel through the typical wood-framed wall, causing uneven temperatures inside your home. However, the monolithic ICF wall eliminates drafts and cold spots and it is an effective sound barrier, filtering out unwanted noise. Green living: Concrete is a sustainable material; trees are not needed; the system uses only recycled polymers and steel; the building process creates less waste than traditional methods; and the occupants use fewer fossil fuels for a much smaller carbon footprint. Short- and long-term value: A concrete home is built to last and retain its value longer. In the short-term, the superior durability of concrete walls require less maintenance, repair and money to maintain than wood structures.

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Entertainment

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Thursday, October 9, 2014

Entertainment Calendar

Solomons Offshore Grand Prix The Fifth Annual Solomons Offshore Grand Prix was held on Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5. The Grand Prix helped to restock local food banks with much needed food supplies as part of the ‚ÄúRace-2Give‚Äù Food Drive. For additional information about the Solomons Offshore Grand Prix, visit www.SolomonsRace.com.

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. Funkzilla Gridiron Grill (20855 Callaway Village, Callaway) – 8 p.m. to mignight

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Saturday, Oct. 11 Tracy Allen Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 Blue Eyed Blues Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 6 p.m.

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“I Love Grilled Cheese,” Headlines The Film Festival

The Arc of Southern Maryland Presents 2014 Sprout Film Festival The Arc of Southern Maryland will host the 2014 Sprout Film Festival October 10, 2014 from 6 to 9 p.m. on the College of Southern Maryland’s Prince Frederick Campus. The Sprout Film Festival showcases films featuring individuals with developmental disabilities. The films include a wide array of artistic short films, documentaries, features, cartoons and music videos. The films are designed to inspire, raise awareness, and break down stereotypes about people with developmental disabilities. “I Love Grilled Cheese,” is one of the films featured this year. The film is about Max, a young boy with Down Syndrome, his sister Libby and their special bond. This is the fourth year The Arc has partnered with the College of Southern Maryland to host the film festival. This year the format will be greatly different. The festival will consist of one show and will be held on a Friday night. It will also include a pre-show reception with light refreshments. Terry Long, executive director, of The Arc of Southern Maryland, is excited about the upcoming festival. “These films are inspirational, funny and poignant,” said Long. “I’m excited to bring these original and artistic films to Southern Maryland.” The festival is programmed and supported by Sprout, a New York City non-profit organization, which has been making videos and films about folks with developmental disabilities since 1995. Sprout recently partnered with The Arc of the United States, in an effort to showcase these films nationwide. Sponsorship opportunities for the festival are still available. To become a sponsor of the 2014 Sprout Film Festival visit www. arcsomd.org or call 410-535-2413, Ext. 113. The Arc of Southern Maryland promotes community involvement, independence and personal success for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For information about The Arc of Southern Maryland, call 410-535-2413 or visit www.arcsomd.org

Monday, Oct. 13 Trivia Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14 Thrill the World House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Road, Hollywood) – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15 Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 Against Grace Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 Mike Starkey Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Too Many Mikes Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 Youth Halloween Barn Dance Serenity Farm (6932 Serenity Farm Road, Benedict) – 6 p.m.

“I Love Grilled Cheese,” is a film about Max, a boy with Down Syndrome, his sister Libby and the special bond they share. It is one of the films that will be showcased at The Arc of Southern Maryland’s 2014 Sprout Film Festival, co sponsored by CSM. The festival will be held Oct. 10, 6 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland’s Prince Frederick Campus, Building 2, room PFB. The festival includes films, documentaries and other artistic media productions to inspire, raise awareness and breakdown stereotypes about people with developmental disabilities. Ticket price includes pre-show reception with light refreshments provided. Sponsorship opportunities available. $20. 410-535-2413, Ext. 113 or development@arcsomd.org.

Karaoke California Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

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Library Events Thursday, Oct. 9 • Theater Thursdays Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 11 a.m. Bring little ones for a movie and a story. This week is Kipper Water Play. 410-326-5289 • Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 to 11 a.m. Meet new friends, hear old stories or meet old friends, hear new stories on local history in a relaxed, fun atmosphere! 410-257-2411 • Lego Mania Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For kids from kindergarten to 5th grade. Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session. Each session will close with sharing time. Legos supplied by library. This month’s theme: Pirates. Please register. 410-257-2411 • Family Night Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8 p.m. Bring the family for a fantastic evening out with books. Each month we will explore a new title through fun filled activities and crafts. Please register. 410-326-5289

Friday, Oct. 10 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

Saturday, Oct. 11 • Chess Saturdays at the Library Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts—please join us (with or without your own chess set) at the library the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! Please register. 410-257-2411 • Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2411 • Playtime Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 11 to 11:30 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

• Music Industry Day: Songwriting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 12 to 5 p.m. Are you interested in songwriting? Join us for a series of workshops presented by professionals in the industry. Learn about writing music and lyrics, publishing, marketing, copyrighting, licensing, performance rights, royalties, etc… Co-sponsored by Alchemical Records. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Learn Mahjongg Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! 410-326-5289

Monday, Oct. 13 • Library closed for Columbus Day All Branches – All Day • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-257-2411

Tuesday, Oct. 14 • Library Board of Trustees meeting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2 to 4 p.m. Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Elder Care Series: Planning for Long Term Care/Wills & Estate Planning Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Learn the basics of Medicare, Medicaid and other assistance. Talk with Rose Crunkleton, an attorney with expertise in estate planning, trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, guardianships, and special needs trusts. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8:45 p.m. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. 410-326-5289

Wednesday, Oct. 15 • PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:20 to 10:50 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play,connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-326-5289 • Book Discussion-OMOB Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 2 to 3:30 p.m. The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande. Grande brings to life her tumultuous early years in this story of a childhood spent torn between two parents and two countries. As her parents make the dangerous trek across the Mexican border to “El Otro Lado” (The

Other Side) in pursuit of the American dream, Reyna and her siblings are forced into the already overburdened household of their stern grandmother. When their mother at last returns, Reyna prepares for her own journey to “El Otro Lado” to live with the man who has haunted her imagination for years, her longabsent father. 410-257-2101 • Update on Title IX from CCPS: Progress, Challenges and Plans Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Co-sponsored with Commission for Women and CCPS. Understand what Title IX means to you and your children. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Book Discussion Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8 p.m. “The Storyteller” by Jodi Picoult. 410-326-5289

Thursday, Oct. 16 • Theater Thursdays Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 11 a.m. Bring little ones for a movie and a story. This week is Dinosaur Train T-Rex. 410-326-5289 • Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 3 p.m.

Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resume and cover letter. If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack! This month’s topic: Donuts. Please register. 410-257-2411 • AAHH! Scary Movie Night! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m. A very scary movie + free food! Come watch a movie about Annabel and Lucas who are faced with the challenge of raising his young nieces that were left alone in the forest for 5 years… but how alone were they? Come find out . . . if you’re brave enough. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Family Night Lego-mania Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 7 to 8 p.m. Fun family activity! For parents and kids K-5! This week: Lego Mania! Please register. 410-257-2101

Out&About October, Month Long Twin Beach Players “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” Boys and Girl’s Club (9021 Dayton Ave, North Beach) Twin Beach Players presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, an original adaptation by Playwright-in-Residence Mark Scharf. Washington Irving’s popular tale of a haunted forest outside of Terrytown, N.Y. conceals many ghosts and spirits but also a Hessian soldier long dead seen mounted on a raging steed; headless, or so the oft told yarn goes. Innocent Ichabod Crain stumbles across the area hired as a teacher and choirmaster but takes a fancy for the local lovely, Katrina, infuriating the local blusterer, Brom, who swears that Katrina is his true love. The small hamlet becomes a buzz of rumors in celebrating the fall harvest as the townspeople exploit the bumbling Crane warning him that his life could be in danger. But from whom? Is it Brom or the Horseman searching for a new head? Join us for Halloween fun, weekends from Oct. 17 to Nov. 2, with a special 9 p.m. show on Halloween at The Boys & Girls Clubs in North Beach. Wear a costume and receive a free popcorn. Go to twinbeachplayers.com for more information. October Events at the Calvert Marine Museum The Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons – 10:30 to 11 a.m. Fall is in the air and it’s the perfect time to visit the Calvert Marine Museum. There are activities and programs for all members of the family. For a complete listing of events, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. Calvert County Health Department Plans Free Rabies Clinics The Calvert County Health Department is offering three free rabies vaccination clinics during the month of October. The clinics will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on: Saturday, Oct. 4 at Northern High School (2950 Chaneyville Road, Owings) Saturday, Oct. 18 at Huntingtown High School (4125 Solomons Island Rd, Huntingtown) Saturday, Oct. 25 at Patuxent High School (12485 Southern Connector Blvd, Lusby) Cats, dogs, and ferrets must be in a carrier or on leash and muzzled, if necessary. The clinics are open air with no special facilities to vaccinate animals that cannot be restrained, such as feral or stray animals, by the owner. To get a 3-year rabies shot, owners should bring proof of prior vaccination. Calvert County pet licenses will also be available with proof that animals have been spayed/neutered. For more information, call the Calvert County Health Department at 410-535-5400 or 410-535-3922. Visit online at www.calverthealth. org. Cox Art Center Classes Cox Art Center (32 Cox Rd, Huntingtown) DrawingBasic Drawing - Pat Troiani, Oct. 18 – Oct. 19, noon to 3 p.m., $109 Intro to Stained Glass - Ray Phyllis Noble, Oct. 11 – Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (12 hours), $205 Intermediate Fused Glasss - Ray Phyllis Noble, Oct. 25 – Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (12 hours), $225 Chesapeake Community Chorus Sign-Ups The Chesapeake Community Chorus is an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. We are looking to add new singers to the chorus. No auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net. Our Oct. practice sessions are as follows: Oct. 5, Sunday, practice 4 to 6 p.m., Huntingtown UMC Hall, 4020 Hunting Creek Road, Huntingtown Oct. 19, Sunday, practice 4 to 6 p.m., North Beach Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach Oct. 26, Sunday, practice 4 to 6 p.m., Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett

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Avenue, Chesapeake Beach Chesapeake Church “The Right Weigh” Women’s Fitness Program Chesapeake Church, 6201 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown -10 to 11:15 a.m., until Dec. 11 Chesapeake Church is excited to announce the third season of its 12-week The Right Weigh… God’s Way Fitness program beginning Sept. 22 through Dec. 11. The Right Weigh… God’s Way is a free beginner/Intermediate strength & cardiovascular fitness and accountability program intentionally designed to focus on improving the spiritual, physical, and mental health of women. Starting September 22nd, the program will meet twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. Women ages 19 and up are invited to participate and free childcare is available. The Right Weigh… God’s Way is a completely free program, including childcare, and participants do not have to be a member of Chesapeake Church to attend. Interested women can register at chesapeakechurch.org/lifestudy. “Our mission, or as we sometimes like to say, our main thing at Chesapeake is to reach people and help them grow into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ,” says Billy Walsh, Lifestudy Pastor at Chesapeake Church. “The Right Weigh… God’s Way program speaks directly to that mission. It matters deeply to us that people are growing and developing their faith. This class provides a very practical and real way for women to devote every part of themselves to Christ.” For more information about Chesapeake Church and their ministries, visit them online at www.chesapeakechurch.org or like them on Facebook (Chesapeake Church) and follow them on Twitter (@ChesChurch).

Thursday, Oct. 9 Dream Team Boosters Sweet Frog Night Charlotte Hall Sweet Frog, 30320 Triangle Drive, Charlotte Hall - 5 to 9 p.m. The Dream Team Boosters invites you to come out and enjoy some yummy frozen yogurt. A portion of the sales will go to support the competitive dancers at Dreams Studio of Dance!

Friday, Oct. 10 Monster Glow Dash 26655 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville Our Friday night glow run will feature some of the areas creepiest and scariest creatures guaranteed to haunt our runners throughout the course and the party.

Saturday, Oct. 11 Contra Dancing Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Rd, Chaptico – 7 p.m. A Contra Dance, sponsored by Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance (SMTMD), featuring caller Kim Forry, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Rd, Chaptico. The doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the dancing begins at 7:30. Contra is a traditional American style of social dance and is a huge amount of fun (and exercise)! If you’ve ever danced a Virginia Reel or been to a Square Dance, you have a good idea how much fun it can be. If you haven’t, it’s about time you tried it! Beginners are encouraged to arrive at 7:00 to get some instruction in the various dances. Admission is $10 for non-SMTMD members; $6 for members (band members are free). No special clothing is required! You need to be comfortable, to move freely. There will be an ice cream social following the dance. For more information and directions go to www.smtmd. org. Chesapeake Community Chorus Concert St. John Vianney Family Life Center, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick – 7 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus is an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. On Satur-

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Community Events day, Oct. 11, the chorus will perform a concert to benefit Calvert Hospice at 7 p.m. at the St. John Vianney Family Life Center, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick. The public is invited to attend. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477, or email rown9601@verizon.net for further information. River to Bay: Reflections and Connections Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons Don’t miss the grand opening of our new estuarine biology exhibit River to Bay: Reflections and Connections. The new 14 aquarium exhibit will be an immersive experience introducing guests to the amazing diversity of animal life found in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The exhibit highlights three unique bay habitats: the deep, open waters, the brackish coastal shallows, and freshwaters of the coastal plains. Visitors can explore how bay creatures are connected to their surroundings, to each other, and to humans. North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Yard Sale North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, 8536 Bayside Rd, Chesapeake Beach – 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. North Beach Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Yard Sale Saturday, Oct. 11, at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department from 8 a.m. to noon. Tables are available for $15 each or $25 for 2 (must be reserved in advance, for additional tables check with Diana). To reserve a table please contact Diana at 410-231-1775. Scorpion Brewing Grand Opening 929 Skinners Turn Rd., Suite 100, Owings – noon to 6 p.m. Come celebrate the Grand Opening of the newest craft brewery in Calvert County, Scorpion Brewing, on Saturday, Oct. 11th noon until 6 p.m.! Listen to music, get a tour of the brewery and take a taste! Pints and growlers of local beer will be available for purchase. Come see what small-batch, hand-crafted beer tastes like! Scorpion Brewery is located at 929 Skinners Turn Road, Suite 100, Owings Md. For more information: Brian Dailey 703-307-2400, bdailey@scorpionbrewing.com. The Journey of Man CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Rd S, Prince Frederick - 5 to 8 p.m. Ray and Phyllis present their artistic vision of our shared history as human beings through their stunning show, representing various times in the mass migration of human beings, driven by difficult climatic and man-made challenges. It is a large subject, but the Nobles are up to the challenge of representing significant historical events in their beautiful glass art. The show will be on display from Oct. 8 through Nov. 2. Please join the artists for their opening reception on Saturday, Nov.11 from 5 to 8 p.m. Light fare and refreshments will be served. Ray and Phyllis say, “This art show reflects our vision of the art of people at different times during their journey. At each migration point, settlements were formed and art evolved. Natural selection forces created diversity in their bodies, their beliefs and their behavior.” The Journey of Man show is about the art which tracks the migration of man from the Great Rift Valley in east Africa to all points on the planet. The migration began 150,000 to 200,000 years ago and was followed by the gradual development of language, religion, civilization and art. Their journey took place during an era when the planet was undergoing incredible changes including ice ages, changes in sea level, and unpredictable weather. Disease, predators and war conspired against them and influenced their journey. Patuxent River Appreciation Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 11 to Oct. 12 Enjoy free boat rides, toy boat building, juried arts and crafts show, great food, live music on two stages, local wine tasting, environmental groups, and many activities for children and their families all weekend from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Parade

is on Sunday at 2 p.m. Visit the website at www. pradinc.org for complete details. The museum is open and free to public. Red Heads and Migrants Field Trip Rt. 224 Parking lot – 8 a.m. to noon Come join us on the Indian Head Rail Trail which provides us with one of the best hot sports for the Red-Headed Woodpecker. The fall weather should bring us the chatter of Red-Headed Juveniles as well as a chance to spot fall warblers. Meet/park at the Md. Rt. 224 parking lot (just east of Md. Rt. 225). RSVP not needed as this is an open field trip to enable last minute joining. POC Lynne Wheeler at comstockel@aol.com or 301-751-8097. Patuxent River Appreciation Days The Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 11 to Oct. 12 Annual P.R.A.D. (Patuxent River Appreciation Days) Show; Contacts: Gerry Wood, 301-863-9663, gbwood2@verizon.net or Lonnie Harkins, 410-326-7199, baronvonsmoogle@ netscape.net

Sunday, Oct. 12 Candidate Forums Greater Mount Zion Church, Route 231 and German Chapel Rd. – 4 – 6 p.m. The congregations and organizations of Calvert County that comprise TRUST in cooperation with our partners in the Closing the Gap Coalition, the Calvert County Branch of the NAACP, the Concerned Black Women of Calvert County, and the Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth will hold forums for candidates for the Board of Education, to be held 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 12, and for candidates for county commissioner, to be held 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 26, both at Greater Mount Zion Church, at the intersection of Route 231 and German Chapel Road in Barstow. Representatives of our faith communities and their allies will prepare presentations from several specific areas of common concern. There will be equal time allotted to each candidate to address each issue – and we will rotate the order for each answer – and there will be a period of time reserved for remarks from each candidate at the close of the forum. There will be no questions allowed from the floor. Members of the press will be invited to attend and we expect to match our 2010 turnout of over 400 people from our congregations, organizations, our strategic partners and the general public. Many issues have divided us, but this is a historic moment for the County, in which people of faith and deep concern for the community have come together – across race, place and history to make common cause. We know that you will want to be part of this exciting and informative evening as our citizens get to hear firsthand about the issues that concern them most from those who will guide the course of Calvert County education over the next four years.

Monday, Oct. 13 End Hunger Culinary Training Graduation 6201 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown – 6 p.m. Reception immediately following the ceremony. RSVP by Oct. 6 to Ahna Turley at aturley@endhungercalvert.org or 410-257-5672.

Tuesday, Oct. 14 Prince Frederick Community Center Meeting 205 Main St., Prince Frederick – 7 p.m. The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (CCCY) has scheduled another meeting concerning the need for a Community Center in Prince Frederick- Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. at the Courthouse Square conference room- 205 Main St, Prince Frederick. This is the building across the street from the State Police Barrack, enter the parking lot from Duke St. Park at the rear of the building and enter through the doors from the parking lot, go into the building and then take a left.

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Are you prepared? Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Open Enrollment: th

October 15 - December 7 , 2014

During this time, beneficiaries can either join or make changes to their existing Prescription or Medicare Advantage Plan coverage in three ways: Call 1-800-Medicare or 1-800-633-4227 and speak with one of their representatives who can assist in your plan search.

Go to Medicareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interactive Website: www.medicare.gov and use the Prescription Drug Plan Finder, which will allow you to enroll online, once you complete your search for the best plan.

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Make an appointment for a complete Benefits Check-up ensuring that you are optimizing all of your Medicare options. Ann Newton, Liz Leclair & Amy Boucher, SHIP Counselors