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The North Beach Town Council held its first council meeting, following the election, Thursday Dec. 11. The first order of business for the new North Beach Town Council members were the appointments and reappointments of members to the North Beach Planning Commission and the election of the Town Council Vice President.
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New County Commissioners Take the Lead By Sarah Miller Staff Writer County officials and community members gathered for the swearing in of the 62nd Board of County Commissioners and Sheriff Mike Evans, all elected on the Nov. 4 General Election. Master of Ceremonies Bernie Fowler, Sr., congratulated returning commissioners Evan K. Slaughenhoupt, Jr., Steve Weems and Pat Nutter and new commissioners Mike Hart and Tom Hejl. During the short business meeting there was a complete changeup in the leadership of the Board of County Commissioners – the new President is Weems and the new Vice President is Slaughenhoupt. Students from across the county were involved in formally welcoming the new commissioners. Music during the ceremony was provided by Northern High School and Patuxent High School. Huntingtown High School student Rachel Cole sang the National Anthem and Eagle Scout Lane Canada recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Dan Simmons from Calvary Bible Church Calvert High School provided music during the reception immediately following the swearing in.
The Presentation of Colors was done by the Huntingtown High School NJROTC Honor Guard. The invocation was recited by Calvary Bible Church Father Dan Simmons and the benediction was recited by Gertrude Brown. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Newly Appointed Members News of the North Beach Government By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer
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The North Beach Town Council held its first council meeting, following the election, Thursday Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. at the North Beach Town Hall. The council consisted of incumbent Mayor Mark Frazer, incumbent council members Randy Hummel, Mike Benton, Kenneth Wilcox and newly appointed council member Mickey Hummel; incumbent council members Gwen Schiada and Gregory McNeill were absent from the meeting. The first order of business for the council members was the appointments and reappointments of members to the North Beach Planning Commission and the election of the Town Council Vice President. Council member Wilcox nominated council member Benton to the position of Town Council Vice President. “I think he is well-qualified and he’s done nothing but great things for this town and I know you will execute the office to the best of your ability,” Wilcox said about his colleague. Benton was appointed to the position of Town Council Vice President. Benton will hold the position for one year; the council will elect a new vice president
every December for the following year. The council members also reappointed Jerome Hansen to the Planning Commission during their meeting. “Now, we have a vacancy on the planning commission due to Mickey Hummel now elected to the town council. I am recommending to the council that a long-standing member of the Board of Appeals, Bill Heiner, be appointed to finish the term of Mickey Hummel, to the planning commission,” Frazer said. The council approved to appoint Heiner to the Planning Commission and Heiner was sworn in by Mayor Frazer. “We value all the members who serve on all these boards and commissions in the town. I don’t know any commission that works any harder or on more matters than the Planning Commission. Bill will be a great addition to what I said is really, probably the best planning commission. It just keeps getting better; we have excellent members,” Frazer said. The North Beach Town Council meetings are held the second Thursday each month at 7 p.m. at the North Beach Town Hall. The town hall is located at 8916 Chesapeake Beach Avenue in North Beach. lauren@somdpublising.net
North Beach Welcomes The Autism Project By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The North Beach Town Council had their first council meeting Thursday Dec. 11, following the election in November. The council consisted of incumbent Mayor Mark Frazer, incumbent council members Mike Benton; Kenneth Wilcox; Randy Hummel; and newly appointed council member Mickey Hummel. Incumbent council members Gwen Schiada and Gregory McNeill were absent from the meeting. The first ordinance the council approved was the community development block grant for the Autism Project; the council approved a $225,000 grant for the nonprofit organization, which would be no cost to the town. “They can’t apply on their behalf unless the town sponsors the application. So that’s what we’re doing and we’re requesting a funding amount of $225,000,” North Beach Treasurer Joanne Hunt explained. The four bedrooms, two and a half bath rental property will be located at 9310 Dayton Avenue in North Beach. “We’re very excited about this endeavor because first, we recognize how much the town really embraced this whole idea of a rental property for young, male adults that are currently gainfully employed and currently receiving services from the Autism Project. We feel we’ve done our part to skill them and help them with life skills to be independent…while we don’t want to call [it an] independent living home. It’s a rental property,” The Autism Project Presi-
dent Chip Gaither explained. “I think it’s going to be a pivot for the state of Maryland. I think the state of Maryland is going to look at this town and say, ‘they did something really good for a group of disabled young men that are now able to live on their own,’” he said. Gaither explained how no other organization has thought of this type of entity and labeled it a “pilot to a certain degree.” “We just became really aware of the fact of, it’s not an if, but it’s a when something were to happen to their parents, where they’re living now, what will happen to this population? We took a proactive role to come up with this model.” As of now, there is no exact date for the opening of the housing facility, but Gaither said the building is on the timeline of opening in late February to early March. He also said the organization will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for newly built structure. “I just thank this community, this town and these folks here that have allowed us to make part of this happen. We’re excited about it and in time everyone here will be excited about it and celebrate it,” Gaither said. “We want to thank you for selecting North Beach and we want to welcome you with open arms. We look forward to playing the role as a partner in your efforts,” Mayor Frazer concluded. For more information on The Autism Project, visit theautismproject.info. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Arc of Southern Maryland 2014 Award Winners Community Awards J. Patrick Collins Award Department of Rehabilitation Services in Charles County
This year’s J. Patrick Collins Award was presented to The Department of Rehabilitation Services in Charles County. They assisted with the Summer Youth Employment Program and helped to fund the individuals that we support during their transitioning period. This transitioning period is before their services start with DDA. They support the programs with the students that have a few more years in school and participate in the parent meet and greet sessions. These meetings help everyone to get familiar with the provider so that once their child finishes school they can become productive members of the community. Congratulations goes to The Department of Rehabilitation Services in Charles County for their services that they provide to The Arc.
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group activities on a daily basis. This partnership has provided options for individuals to participate in career exploration and day program activities for many people we support. We greatly appreciate the opportunities that Emmanuel Church has provided and continues to provide to our individuals that we support.
Calvert County Parks and Recreation, Doris Holland
Doris Holland is responsible for managing Parks and Recreation activities at the Mt. Hope Community Center. She has been a Parks and Recreation employee for 36 years. For several years, The Arc day program has had the opportunity to provide activities at Mt. Hope. Doris makes sure that our program participants have access to the Parks and Recreation equipment when selecting activities. She is committed, caring, and has a great rapport with the individuals at the center. She is a valued community partner of The Arc of Southern Maryland.
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Accepting this award on Giant’s behalf was John Garrett Giant Food Store of Lusby is this year’s Employer of the Year. Giant Food has been a valued community partner for several years and provides employment opportunities to individuals we support. They have been an employer with an exceptional record and commitment supporting competitive employment opportunities and pays market wages and benefits to persons we support. They recently recognized an individual as the employee of the month and they have offered employment opportunities for the summer youth students to gain real work experiences for their first job. When the summer youth program was finished the front-end manager, Cindy Popola-Forgione, hired one of the students and she has been employed there since October. Thanks to Giant Food of Lusby for being a valued community partner of The Arc of Southern Maryland.
The winner for Outstanding Employment Achievement is Andrea Butler. Andrea has been the back-up front desk person at the St. Mary’s office for three years. She greets guests, answers the telephone and assists staff when needed. Andrea is always dressed in a professional attire, respectful and kind to everyone that comes into the office. She always wants to do her best and doesn’t hesitate to ask questions to ensure everything is done correctly. Andrea prepares and types the minutes for the meetings of the St. Mary’s County People on the Go. She is the secretary for this group. She is also employed at Dress Barn which she went out on her own to get. Andrea is truly deserving of this year’s Outstanding Employment Achievement Award.
Professional of the Year Paul Reilly
Citizenship Award Andrew Musegades
This year’s Professional of the Year was Paul Reilly. He leads Calvert County Public School’s transition team with accessing services for the transition students. He is committed to the students so they have options for community employment, completing college courses, and to live independently. He has created new opportunities to improve their self-esteem, bolster their confidence, and to be independent as possible. He has successfully implemented services for students to work as part of their school curriculum and ensure a smooth transition to the adult provider. He leads the transition partnership with Resource Coordination, Department of Rehabilitation Services, Calvert County Parks and Recreation, The Center for Life Enrichment and The Arc of Southern Maryland. Congratulations Paul!
Meritorious Service Awards Calvert County Times, Sarah Miller Dominos of Prince Frederick, Roberta Windsor Emmanuel Church – (Pastor Vick Simpson accepting)
Emmanuel Church in Huntingtown has opened its doors to develop new volunteer opportunities for career exploration activities. Several of our individuals that we support volunteer on a regular basis on many different task at this church. The volunteers organized over 2,000 books into a Dewey decimal system with the Church Library and they also assist with custodial tasks when needed. The church has provided opportunities to use a classroom for our individuals to participate in small
Outstanding Employment Achievement Andrea Butler
This year’s winner of the Citizenship Award is Andrew Musegades. He graduated in 2012 from High School and started working at the Holiday Inn in Solomons. He is very proud of his job and has excellent attendance at work and surpasses his goal of having satisfactory evaluations. Andrew participates in Special Olympics bowling and track and field. He is a member of the Calvert County People on the Go and he participated in the third annual Camp-Out for Calvert. He traveled to New Orleans for The Arc US conference where he gave a presentation and also Oklahoma for another conference to give a presentation there. Andrew would like to help close the two remaining institutions in Maryland. When he speaks about his beliefs on equality and rights, he draws from experiences that he has gone through himself or witnessed his friends go through. These experiences and his ability to process through them make Andrew a passionate self-advocate.
Employee Awards Tom Fisher Award FT Delanta Brown
The Tom Fisher Award for full time staff this year is Delanta Brown. He was promoted to senior Employment Team Specialist in Calvert and has taken great pride in doing a good job with all of the individuals that we support. He works in the day program, multiple job sites, with CSLA individuals and where ever else he is needed. This past summer Delanta worked with the summer youth program for the first time. He did an ex-
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cellent job and developed a meaningful relationship with one of the students. At first this student didn’t want our services, but after Delanta worked with him he changed his mind and chose The Arc to receive services. He has a kind and patient attitude with all individuals that we support and his co-workers. Delanta has joined the Calvert County Public School Transition Youth Group, he is the representative on the staff incentive program for his department and has developed a parent support group to provide information to families that we support. He is truly deserving of this award.
Humanitarian Award Darnisha Toye
This year’s Humanitarian Award goes to Darnisha Toye. She always demonstrates professionalism and has established a warm and friendly relationship with the ladies that she works with at Clements group home. One of the ladies, Vicky Farmer, wanted to go to North Carolina to attend her mother’s birthday. Darnisha said “no problem that she would drive her.” The two ladies made the trip to and from safely and Vicky was able to spend a few days visiting her family. Many thanks to Darnisha for taking Vicky on this trip. She is truly deserving of this year’s Humanitarian award.
Employee of the Year Nominee Melissa Wilson
This year’s nominee for employee of the year is a person that contributes her professional and personal efforts to The Arc in many venues. She assists her director with the implementation of the Behavioral Support Services Program by preparing ongoing paperwork and financial data as well as coordinating behavior plan referrals and notifying managers when behavior plans are being sent to consultants. It is not unusual for this staff person to stay late or take work home in order to ensure that consultants receive payment for their services. This staff person is a valuable support to the Quality Assurance Committee, provides various trainings to staff, and has assisted with the filing in our St. Mary’s office to get ready for the licensing review. She is always willing to provide any other services that are asked of her.
Employee of the Year Winner Cathy Dickerson
This year’s employee of the year is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals that are supported by The Arc of Southern Maryland. The mission is what drives her high expectations from staff and herself. In performing her daily job duties, she has met many challenges but still exemplifies the agency core values. Two years ago the Residential, CSLA and ISS programs merged. Thus creating the Community Living Department at the same time an Assistant Director of this department was created. This person has been very successful. Her expertise is valuable to this agency. She mentors managers, works with Human Resources to adjust schedules for houses in all three counties and at the same time directly supervises residential managers that includes covering for them when needed. She responds 24/7 and always has a plan to solve any problems that arise. She has a great oversight for funding plans that are designed to obtain additional money for services for our individuals. Her many qualities that she routinely displays such as working directly with our individuals that we support, covering for the Director of Community Living when she is off, attending Leadership Southern Maryland seminars and performing administrative duties. She does all of these duties with a smile and takes pride in all that she does. It is with great pleasure to recognize Cathy Dickerson for Employee of the Year. She is such a compassionate, dedicated and committed employee.
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The Unforgiven: A Christmas story
Father Donnelly ran his index finger over the spine of the leather-bound first-edition of Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol. He sniffed the binding encasing it’s yellowed, crumbling pages. It’s funny, the elfin, blue-eyed priest thought, how the lowliest creature seeks forgiveness when they think the end is at hand. Just then, there came a rap on the study door and the whitehaired church secretary, Dottie, entered. “There’s a man in the sanctuary,” she said apologetically. “He seems … unwell.” “Did you get his name?” “He wouldn’t give it.” Donnelly closed the book, returned it to the shelf, and pulled on his topcoat. The wind shot through the camelhair as he walked briskly across the courtyard to the sanctuary. “What’s so important that it couldn’t wait until morning?” Donnelly asked as the huge ma-
hogany doors clanged shut behind him. A muted figure, his face concealed by a tartan scarf, replied, “I feel … dirty. Ashamed, even.” “Skunks stink because it’s their nature to stink, and people sin because it’s their nature to sin,” Donnelly said. “What is your transgression?” “I held a position of trust in the schools. Little ones looked up to me. That was before the local newspaper started examining my contract.” “I know the story,” Donnelly said. “What you did was perfectly legal. It’s done in Hollywood and the business world every day. You exercised a clause in your contract to move elsewhere in your career. Your new school district has valet parking and, for all I know, streets paved with gold So, why are we here at this un-Godly
hour?” “While I was filling my tank at the Citgo station, I saw a woman who teaches fifth-grade in my old district. She was wearing a tattered, ratty housecoat and driving the same SUV she had when I worked in the front office ten years ago. The tires looked bald.” “So you came face-to-face with the consequences of the unbelievably generous contract you brokered with your friend on the school board, and you feel shame all of a sudden.” “Shame, as far as I’m concerned,” Donnelly said, “Is the most underrated emotion there is. We’ll never know how many marriages were saved by that sense of shame Adam felt in the garden … that’s why you transferred to another school district – a bigger garden - where no one knows your face, isn’t it?” There was silence. “ I want to make amends
Thank You Now that Thanksgiving dinner is behind us, Project ECHO would like to extend our sincerest appreciation to the largest crowd on record to attend the 3rd Annual “Strut Your Stuffing” 5k Turkey Trot to benefit the homeless shelter of Calvert County. Witnessing 600 participants and volunteers in happy spirits at the crack of dawn was a welcoming tribute to the Day of Thanks in our Community. Our Volunteer Turkey Trot Committee was overwhelmed by the growth of the Trot and “YES” our feathers were a bit ruffled considering the registration line that wrapped around the building. That was not anticipated. However, rest assure, the Turkey Trot Committee has a plan to conquer the long registration lines and simpli-
fy the process for next year. We are thankful for your patience and understanding as we take the 5K to a new level with digital bib timing and online registration. The ECHO House has much to be thankful for. We wish to thank our partners in coordinating efforts to include our Host Venue, The Arc of Southern Maryland, Calvert County Sheriff’s Department, Sponsors, The Volunteer Turkey Trot Committee and the event-day volunteers. We are thankful for all of you who sacrificed a morning of Holiday sleep to help us help those in need. We are inspired by your generous gift of selfless, enthusiastic time. Trisha Riggs-Gipson Executive Director, Project ECHO
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while there’s still time, Father” the supplicant said. “ I’m perfectly willing to donate an entire month’s salary -“ “So how long did your doctor give you?” The supplicant dropped his eyes. “Six months to a year.” “You can run from the past,” Donnelly said. “You can’t run from the all-seeing eye of the unseen guest at every dinner. I’d worry more about my standing with Him than your legacy – which is what you’re really concerned with. ” “I’ve set a horrible example.” “Yes, you have. I’ve heard ten confessions in eight hours,
and I have empathy-fatigue.” The form rose to his feet and shrugged into a hooded zip-up jacket. As he moved to the sanctuary door, the supplicant gazed out the window facing onto the church cemetery. A passing car’s headlight’s illuminated a mound of fresh soil near a freshly-dug plot. “Who are they interring?” “A fifth-grade teacher in your old school district,” Donnelly replied, “Mrs. Wagoner.” “She was killed driving to work on bald tires.” Edward C. Davenport Drum Point, Md.
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School Layoffs Possible in Next Year By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) Superintendent Daniel Curry is wrapping up a series of presentations to county schools about the potential state of the budget and the possibility of layoffs in the coming years. To be able to give teachers a meaningful raise would cost approximately $3 million. This would have to be found in the current budgeted amount, Curry said, meaning a total cut of $5.6 million out of the existing budget. Curry doesn’t have much hope the Board of County Commissioners will be able to help make up the needed funds. “Everybody can’t wait for the money to come rolling in from Dominion,” Curry said. He recommends looking first at administrative and support positions in an effort to keep class sizes stable. Each high school, middle school, and elementary school has a set number of administrative and support staff. This isn’t necessary, Curry said. The amount of staff should be tailored to each school, and some of the smaller ones may not suffer from losing a couple people. Calvert Education Association President Debbie Russ said she would do the same in his
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position, studying at the number of teachers, staff and students in the county to “I would say that’s his job to do that,” Russ said. Curry is not a fan of saving money through pure attrition, preferring to analyze every position before hiring a replacement. Savings can also be found in hiring newer teachers to replace retirees, he said. For the past few years, staff members have been offeren a retirement incentive in an effort to avoid layoffs. This is the last year CCPS will offer a retirement incentive, Curry said. So far, 50 staff members have taken the retirement incentive this year, Russ said. One of the biggest challenges in the budget is the fact that the number of students in Calvert schools have been decreasing over the past five years, which means a decreased amount of finding from the state and federal governments. Nobody wants to see staff layoffs, Russ said, but is may come down to a matter of the lesser of two evils. If the county continues to delay STEP increases, good teachers may start leaving simply so they can work closer to home.
The illness of addiction is difficult to understand. The “Let’s Talk” Addiction workshop will provide information to help guide families and loved ones to a better understanding of this illness. The workshop will be held on Jan. 14, 2015, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Calvert Library, Meeting Room 2, located on Costley Way in Prince Frederick. The workshop is being sponsored by the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc., Calvert Substance Abuse Services, and the Prescription Drug Abuse Abatement Council. The evening will begin with a showing of “Pleasure Unwoven” a personal journey about addiction by Kevin McCauley and be followed by a discussion session led by Doris McDonald, Director, Behavioral Health Services, Calvert County Health Department. “As families attempt to maneuver their way through alcohol or drug addiction with a loved one, it’s helpful to have an understanding of this illness,” states Debbie Mister, President, Board of Directors, Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA). The sponsors plan to make “Let’s Talk” a series of workshops that focus on the issues of substance abuse and treatment. Due to limited seating, reservations are required. To register or for more information call 410-535-FREE or 410-535-3079, ext. 26.
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By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer James Norman Gunnell III, 28, of Prince Frederick, was charged with robbery, second-degree assault and theft from $1,000 to under $10,000 after an altercation with his ex-girlfriend on Dec. 4. Police reports indicate the suspect arrived at the victim’s residence at 10 p.m. and was dropping off a Christmas tree for the victim and her daughter to decorate for Christmas. Police documents indicate Gunnell and the victim began arguing and the suspect allegedly grabbed the victim and threw her onto a nearby bed and was “on top of her pinning her hands to the bed.” According to police files, the victim’s “right ring finger was swollen, with bruising and dark red marks.” The victim also had “slight bruising on the back of her right hand and slight bruising on her right forearm.” The victim advised police Gunnell allegedly stole her diamond ring, which was valued at $1,800, a Samsung Galaxy cellular phone and the phone case, which was valued at $1,000 after total setup fees. According to court documents, the victim advised police, following the altercation, she went to the suspect’s residence, where Gunnell admitted to having her cellular phone, the diamond ring, as well as another ring; he advised the victim he would not return her property. Gunnell was released from the Calvert County Detention Center after Margaret Gunnell posted his $15,000 bond, according to court documents. Gunnell has a record of second-degree assault and has a separate case pending against him, according to online records. Gunnell is scheduled for a preliminary hearing at the Calvert County District Court on Jan. 5, 2015, according to online records. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Judge Grants Early Release By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Friday Dec. 12 Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Marjorie Clagett granted the early release of inmate Dennis Nelson from the Calvert County Detention Center. On July 8, 2003, Nelson was charged with conspiracy to possess cocaine with the intent to distribute, two counts of possession with the intent to distribute crack cocaine, one count of possession of marijuana and one count of possession of crack cocaine, according to online records. According to court documents, Nelson originally had a sentencing date in March 2004, but failed to appear. Nelson was living in North Carolina for 10 years before he returned to Calvert County to turn himself in for his crimes; the defendant turned himself in on Dec. 18, 2013. Judge Clagett sentenced Nelson
on Jan. 10, 2014 to five years, with all but 18 months suspended, at the Calvert County Detention Center, followed by three years of supervised probation for the charge of conspiracy to possess cocaine with the intent to distribute. At the Dec. 12 trial, Nelson requested to be released from the local jail in order to live with his mother, brother and 16 year-old disabled son, who were present in the courtroom. The defendant said he wished to return to WinstonSalem, North Carolina with his family and informed the court he had nowhere to live in Calvert County. Tom Griffin, who was standing in for Anthony Keder as representation for Nelson, stated his client did not want to miss another Christmas with his family. Judge Clagett informed the court she was “perfectly happy” to release the defendant to North Carolina, but it had to be done “the proper way.” “You can’t just go to North Carolina. Once you’re released you go to our
parole and probation office,” she said. “I don’t want to release Mr. Nelson to the Calvert County streets with no place to go, no job and no money. That’s a recipe for disaster.” “I want you to get you back to North Carolina and start becoming a productive citizen and be with your family, but I want you to do it the right way,” she explained. Due to the defendant abiding by all laws while living in North Carolina and receiving positive reports from the Calvert County Detention Center and the Highway Maintenance Division, Judge Clagett changed the three years of probation from supervised to unsupervised, which allowed the defendant return to North Carolina with his family on Dec. 12. The defendant’s original release date was Jan. 14, 2015. lauren@sompublishing.net
Sex Offender Violates Probation By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Friday Dec. 12 Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Marjorie Clagett gave Benjamin Tobin, a convicted sex offender, no punishment for violating his probation. Tobin was in front of Judge Clagett for failure to provide an accurate address to his supervising officer, Danielle Edelin, according to court documents. According to court documents, Tobin violated his probation three times before his current violation. His first violation occurred when his supervising agent received a letter, dated Oct. 10, 2013, from psychologist Alison Thir at the Center for Children stating the defendant failed to attend five group meetings, as well as, a psychiatric consultation. His second violation occurred on Oct. 22, 2013, when he failed to register as a sex offender in Charles
County, where he resides; a warrant was issued for Tobin on Oct. 26, 2013, according to court documents. Tobin violated his probation for a third time for failure to make consistent payments toward his court costs of $290 and his supervision fee of $1,500. Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Jennifer Morton requested the judge sentence Tobin to 18 months at the Calvert County Detention Center for the charge of failure to provide an accurate address to his supervising officer. “There does need to be some punishment for his new conviction,” Morton said to the court. Public Defender Mary Katharine Fowler called the sentence “unduly harsh” and requested her client remain on probation and continue with therapy. Tobin is currently enrolled in mental health treatment, according to Fowler. The defendant failed to update his address after he was evicted from his apartment and returned to the church
where he was living prior to moving into the apartment. “In that transition, it just slipped my mind to update my address,” he said to the court. Tobin called his violation a “simple mistake” and said he was a “valuable asset” to the church. “I teach classes there now…I’m helping others,” Tobin said to the court. Judge Clagett sentenced Tobin to 105 days, suspending the entire sentence. “The positive for you is this is the season of redemption,” she said to the defendant. Tobin pled guilty to the charge of child pornography with the intent to promote, distribute and possess and was sentenced to 5 years of supervised probation on June 6, 2011, according to online records. lauren@sompublishing.net
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By Sarah Miller and Haley Wood Staff Writer and Contributing Writer Saturday was a big day for groups devoted to getting Christmas gifts to children in need. One of the first events of the day was the annual Shop with a Cop. This year’s Shop with a Cop, held on Dec. 13, was a change in venue – starting out with breakfast at Mama Lucia’s in Prince Frederick, then going across Route 2/4 to KMart and finishing up the morning and afternoon by wrapping their gifts at the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Station. The Shop with a Cop program joins underprivileged children with local police officers, providing the children with money to shop for Christmas presents for themselves and their families. There were 75 children involved in Shop with a Cop, according to Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jeff Gray. “It’s just what Christmas is about,” Gray said. “It’s for kids.” Shop with a Cop is an annual event in December sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Police of Calvert County, along with local Optimist Clubs. Members and staff of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, the Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police and other local law enforcement agencies get involved in the annual Shop with a Cop. “It’s a real team effort,” Gray said. For Owings resident Jeremyah Ford, getting a chance to hang out with Department of Natural Police Officer Justin Ball was a dream come true. “I get to hang out with the person I want to be when I grow up – a cop,” he said. While law enforcement members shopped with their young companions, the Red Knights hit the aisles at K-Mart to shop for local children in foster care. The Red Knights raised $6,000 this year, said member Kim Welling, and the money was used to buy gifts for 50 children in Calvert County and 50 children in St. Mary’s County. The Red Knights works with local Social Services representatives to identify foster children in need. They get wish lists for each child and use those as buying guides, Welling said. Later in the day, Toys for Tots provided Christmas gifts to approximately 1,100 children at a Redskins meet and greet at the Greene Turtle. The purpose of the event was to provide Christmas gifts to the less fortunate children of Calvert County. Gifts were distributed to approximately 400 families according to event sponsor Monk Wells. The amount of toys bought “stuffed a U-Haul truck” Wells said, and included three bikes and more than five Toys for Tots boxes overflowing. This event wouldn’t be possible without the donations of
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through the door only to donate, and denied to take autographs and pictures from the players. The successfulness of this occasion was credited to everyone who “within the last two and half weeks that reached out.” Wells said. “We’re hoping this is something that can happen every year.” There are still opportunities to give, with a number of Angel Tree locations throughout the county. To get involved with fundraising efforts for next year, contact Welling and the Red Knights at www.facebook.com/rkmcmdassociation or call 443-532-4409. For more information about Shop with a Cop, visit www.co.cal.md.us. Do you know anybody reaching out to make sure children have presents under the tree on Christmas morning? Let us know! sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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The Calvert 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 Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Bertie Mae Hagelin, 79 Bertie Mae Hagelin, 79, of Lusby, Md. passed away on Dec. 5, at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Born Sept. 29, 1935 in Second Creek, W.V., she was the daughter of the late Leander Wesley Hall and Dennie (Sturdivant) Hall. Bertie is survived by her children, Ron Hagelin (Sally) of LaFayette, La., Ed Hagelin (Doris) of Lusby, Md., Debbie Doyle (Bobby) of Gaithersburg, Md., Dorothy Stonestreet of Prince Frederick, Md., Sharon Wilson (John) of Lusby, Md. and Randy Hagelin (Regina) of Lusby, Md.; eleven grandchildren; fifteen greatgrandchildren; siblings, Andy Hall of Lusby, Md., Brad Hall of St. Leonard, Md., Mike Hall of Lusby, Md., Faye Bowen of Prince Frederick, Md., and Barbara Etzel of Severna Park, Md. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Larry Hall, Bobby Hall, Thomas Hall and Myrtle Hance. Bertie’s son Danny Hagelin passed away two days after her passing on Dec. 7. Family received friends for Bertie and her son Danny on Thursday, Dec. 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby. A funeral service was held for Bertie
and her son Danny on Friday, Dec. 12, at Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby, at 10 a.m. Interment for Danny will follow in Middleham Chapel Episcopal Church Cemetery, Lusby, Md. Interment for Bertie will follow Danny’s interment in Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences to the family may be made at rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Irma Marie Howard, 73 Irma Marie Howard, 73, of LaPlata, Md., formerly of Port Republic, Md., died on Wednesday, Dec. 10, in Washington, D.C. She was born on May 8, 1941, in Washington, D.C., to Nellie (Liming) and Vernal Cagle. Irma loved to shop, read, spend time with her family and friends, and her computer games. She was also very active in her church. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert C. Howard, who passed in 2007. She was the loving mother of Robert P. Howard and his wife Janice, Ronald W. Howard and his wife Donna, and Sharon M. Callow and her husband Michael. She was the grandmother of Randall Barletta and his wife Jessica, Jenna Richards and her husband Justin, Amanda Zuber and her husband Logan, Michael Callow Jr.,
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John Gibbons Mattingly Jr. “Jocks”, 63 John G. Mattingly Jr. “Jocks”, 63, went to his eternal rest Friday, Dec. 5 at his home in Pocomoke City, Md. Jocks was born on April 10, 1951 in Leonardtown, Md. He is the son of the late John Gibbons Mattingly, Sr. and Martha Lucille Montgomery Mattingly. Jocks graduated from Chopticon High School in 1969 and worked at Mattingly Auto Service on Hollywood Road where he developed his mechanical skills from the best, his father John and his Uncle Matt. Jocks was employed early in his career as a draftsman during the construction of the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant and later as an engineer for Mantech. Jocks liked fishing, crabbing, scalding oysters, and watching NASCAR races. He loved stuffing and cooking a good ole Southern Maryland Stuffed Ham, playing the banjo Earl Scruggs-style and going to a good bluegrass jam. Jocks knew how to party and when to lay low, and knew every verse from Waylon, Haggard, and Coe. Well versed as well with Tom Rush, John Prine, and Bob Dylan, Jocks liked both Linda’s and Little Feat’s versions of “Willin”. Known for his ability of unique expression or insight, he was a good listener, and could talk about anything all day and night. Jocks would fondly recall endless adventures from across this land, from Bottom County to Galax, the Badlands to Yuma, and back to Duke’s in a green ’69 Ford Econoline, his dad dubbed, “The Hippie Van”.
Jocks was a lifelong St. Mary’s County resident until he left the “Land of Pleasant Living” for the “Easy Living” of the Eastern Shore and married his wife Sandra D. on July 11, 2005 at the Rehoboth Presbyterian Church, in Westover, Md. In addition to his wife, Jocks is survived by his son, Jace Mattingly (Cera), and his grandchildren, Sidera, Caelis, and Orien. Also surviving are his step-sons Dave Wells, Rick Wells (Michelle) near St. Petersburg, FL, and his grandchildren Azlyn and Everett. Survivors also include his sisters, Lynn Delahay (Ronnie) and Pat Reckner (Marc), and brothers, Zack Mattingly, and Marty Mattingly (Patty). Jocks will be missed by an innumerable number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Memorial Mass in Jocks’ honor will be celebrated by Father Brian Sanderfoot on Friday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, Compton, Md. A reception will immediately follow at the church hall. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Wounded Warrior Project: Wounded Warrior Project, PO BOX 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 or please make donations to the restoration fund for the Manor House: Historical Manor House at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 21370 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650
Debra Lynn Shaffer, 48 Debra Lynn Shaffer, 48, of Huntingtown, Md. passed away peacefully Dec. 10, at her residence after a long battle with cancer. She was born Sept. 28, 1966 in Washington, D.C. to William Frank and Betty Irene (Fulton) Nuebel. Debbie was preceded in death by her father William (Bill) Nuebel, in-laws Jack and Vivian Shaffer and nephew Tyler Shaffer. She is survived by her husband Jon M. Shaffer and sons Brandon, Jordan and Travis all of Huntingtown, Md., mother Betty Nuebel and sister Deanna Deisbeck and her husband Mike of Ruckersville, Va.
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Chesapeake Church Summit Men Cut, Load, & Deliver Free Firewood to Needy Families During 8th Annual Firewood for Families It doesn’t take much convincing to see that winter is upon us. The nights are getting longer, darker, and colder and the season is just the beginning. For many families in Calvert County winter weather brings on a slew of concerns – mainly, how are they going to heat their home. Chesapeake Church’s Summit Men Ministry is the solution to many local families asking that question. On Saturday, Dec. 6, armed with trucks, wood splitters and cutters, axes and willing hands and spirit, more than 150 Summit Men’s group members cut and loaded six truck loads of wood to deliver to 36 less fortunate families. The men delivered approximately one cord of firewood at each stop. For many, this firewood will be their only source of heat during the winter months. This is the eighth consecutive year that Chesapeake Church has spearheaded the Firewood for Families endeavor. This year brought the largest number of volunteers and 14 more families than last year were able to receive firewood. “We are responding to the need,” said Jeremy Robinson, Chesapeake Church’s Community Life Pastor. “Firewood for Families is a great way to build community, as the community helps the community. It’s a great way to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ in southern Maryland.” The majority of the families who received the firewood utilize the church’s Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry and others came from referrals. The food pantry serves more than 800 families every week. “I’m very thankful for the wood delivery,” a Firewood for Families recipient said. “I cannot thank the church (Chesapeake) enough as I use the food
pantry, the twice a year oil changes and the wood delivery.” Firewood for Families Volunteer Rob Pryke, began attending Chesapeake Church just five weeks ago after being invited to help at the Summit Men’s biannual Oil Change Day on the church’s campus. “It is all about helping people,” he said. “I know what it is like wondering how you are going to heat your home. I’ve been there, done that. I don’t like the feeling so I don’t want others to feel it.” For five hours, the Chesapeake Church campus hummed with the sound of chainsaws and axes hitting their mark, and the distinct smell of motor oil and fuel. During delivery at the residences the Summit Men stack the firewood neatly right where it needed to be, allowing for easy access all winter. “It’s our chance as a biblical community to reach out to our community and to show them all people matter,” said Bob Sickle, Summit Men’s Honduras Ministry Leader. “I can’t think of a better way to serve those with the biggest need this time of the year as it is getting colder.” Many Summit Men brought their sons to make the serving opportunity a family affair. First-year volunteer Thomas Herritt brought his son Tyler, a 4th grader to help out. “I just want to help less fortunate people,” Tyler said. “Chesapeake Church’s DNA is serving,” according to Chris Murphy, this year’s onsite Summit Men Firewood For Families Co-Leader. “It’s very humbling. In a sense you think you are helping them, but you are getting blessed inside because you see it is making a difference.”
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Holiday Closing Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will close early, Wednesday, December 24, at 2:30 p.m. The centers will be closed for the Christmas holiday, Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual Wednesday amd Friday. There will be no delivery Thursday. Office on Aging Snow Policy If the Calvert County Courthouse is open, the Office on Aging (OOA) will be open. You will need to listen to the local radio stations to hear whether County services such as Public Transportation will be available. Check with your class instructors to find out about their snow policy. If schools are delayed or closed, the Office on Aging will make every effort to have meals available for the Eating Together program at all three senior centers. Senior Newsletter Subscriptions The bi-monthly senior newsletter, The Connection, is full of information about senior trips, activities, programs and events at each of our three centers, Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines. You can receive the newsletter in any of three ways - mailed to your home for a cost of $12/year; online at www.co.cal.md.us/ Services/Office on Aging/Newsletter; or emailed to you. Contact the Calvert Pines Senior Center for more information, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.
For more information on volunteer opportunities or learn about Chesapeake Church visit chesapeakechurch. org or call 410-257-0700. Chesapeake Church Notes: Christmas Services entitled “A Picture Perfect Christmas” will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. End Hunger In Calvert County Press Release
Library Hosts Second Annual De-Stress Your December Massage, yoga and a relaxing evening Calvert Library Prince Frederick teamed up with Barefoot Wellness for the second annual De-stress Your December event at the library on Dec. 10. For more information about Barefoot Wellness, visit www.barefootwellness.org. For future events at the library, visit calvert.lib.md.us.
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Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Enjoy the fun of a Gift Exchange, Friday, December 19, 11 a.m. Please bring a $5 gift to exchange in a new Chinese way. Watch the heart-warming movie, Annie, Friday, December 19, 12:30 p.m. Have fun and win prizes at CREATE! Bingo, Monday, December 22, 10:30 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Enjoy an hour of exercise at Increase the Beat (Aerobics), Mondays, 9 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Play Penny Bingo with friends, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30 p.m. Make beautiful items for you or as gifts at Beading with Joanne, Thursdays, 10 a.m. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Bring in a wrapped gift (approximately $5) or one you would like to re-gift at the Crazy Gift Exchange, Tuesday, December 23, 1 p.m. Learn how to make beautiful cards at the Card Stamping Group, Tuesdays, 1 p.m. If you have a sewing project or would like to start a new one, come to the Sew & Sews, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. EATING TOGETHER MENU Lunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-2572549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, December 22 Cold Roast Beef Sandwich, Macaroni Salad, Asparagus, Raisins Tuesday, December 23 Meatloaf, Wheat Bread, Mashed Potatoes, Kale, Red Grapes Wednesday, December 24 Red and Green Pepper Steak, Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Wheat Dinner Roll, Orange Slices Thursday, December 25 CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS Friday, December 26 CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS
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Library Events December – All Month
Friday, Dec. 19
* December Art in the Stacks-Sue Belmore Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way
Watercolor, scenes of southern MD, such as blue crabs, Allen’s Fresh, Charles County, old local tobacco barns, blue herons, and wild flowers. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
December Artist of the Month: JAX, Medium: Photography Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach
Jax Photography is based in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. They are a husband and wife team that has been photographing weddings together for many years. They are award winning and published worldwide. They pride themselves in the ability to creatively document one of the greatest moments in your life. Their background in photojournalism gives them a unique and very natural approach to the art of wedding photography. 410-257-2411
Thursday, Dec. 18 • 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
• Holiday Evening Storytime Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet, 4110 3rd Street, North Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Please join us for a special Holiday Evening Storytime featuring favorite stories and holiday dancers. 410-257-2411
• Holiday Concert and Singalong Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8 p.m.
Bring the family for hot cocoa and glorious holiday music. Very popular vocalists Emily Bowen Mudd, Nate Bowen and others will share some of their favorite tunes and get you in the holiday frame of mind. Make it a holiday tradition to visit the library for cocoa and a song! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Wednesday, Dec. 24
• 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
• Southern Matinee Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 4 p.m.
Join us for an award-winning 2013 film featuring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney on a catastrophic space journey. 410-326-5289
Saturday, Dec. 20 • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – noon to 3 p.m.
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Library closed for Christmas Eve
Thursday, Dec. 25 • Library closed for Christmas Day
Friday, Dec. 26 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way - 1 to 4 p.m.
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Monday, Dec. 29 • 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
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Tuesday, Dec. 30
• 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, Dec. 23 • Flying Needles
• 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, Dec. 31
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
• Library closes at 5 p.m. for New Year’s Eve For more information, visit calvert.lib.md.us
From my Backyard to our Bay A Calvert County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
Environmental Issues in Your Backyard From My Backyard to Our Bay is a small but powerful booklet that was first developed by the Baltimore Soil Conservation District. From there, several counties republished a version tailored to their county resources. Calvert County’s booklet was developed by the Citizens Green Team. FREE COPIES can be obtained at Annmarie Gardens, at local libraries, or downloaded at calvertgreenexpo.org. If the 17.5 million residents who live in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health.
Keeping Water Away From Your House and Basement
Drainage of surface and subsurface water is an important concern for every homeowner. Rain gardens and rain barrels are two effective ways to keep your house and basement protected from water damage.
basement wall and the floor, or through the basement window well.
to prevent overflows that will drip water too close to the foundation.
If you have problems, check the exterior grading to ensure that rainwater will flow away from the house. Flower beds and foundation plantings may hold water against the walls. When regrading, avoid placing soil against wood or siding. Grading requires a county permit. For more information, call the Calvert County Dept. of Planning and Zoning at 410-535-1600 ext. 2356.
Because the flow from a downspout will be forceful in a storm, make sure that the area where it drains across the ground is adequately protected with either sturdy vegetation, stone, or gravel. Usually a splash block of concrete or plastic placed directly under the downspout outfall will absorb the initial force of water gushing from the downspout. This will help disperse the water’s erosive energy and move it away from the foundation.
Inspect all areas where downspouts from the gutters around the house discharge onto the ground. Twice a year, clean out all gutters and downspouts
Another factor in good drainage is proper grading, so that gentle slopes convey runoff away from the house and basement, and water is not left standing against walls or causing water pressure to build up under the basement floor. Wet basements can result from water passing through cracks in the basement walls, through the joint between the
A rain barrel may be an excellent option for managing water from your gutters. Rain barrels only hold 55 gallons, and need to be emptied before the next rain event. Continued… next week’s article will explore some more options to solve surface drainage issues.
Proper gutter installation keeps water away from the foundation.
Where to get help with… DRAINAGE PROBLEMS • Calvert Soil Conservation District – 410-535-1521 ext. 3 or calvertsoil.org
This is the eighteenth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (scottmaryann9@gmail.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of this powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Be sure to look for the next article in next week’s Calvert Gazette!
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A rain tax is a tax imposed on real estate owners, for stormwater assembled by municipal drainage. The state’s 10 most populated counties are required by law to implement a stormwater utility fee by July 1, 2013. Calvert County is not among them. The revenue will be used to fund their respective watershed protection and restoration programs, designed to prevent pollutants from entering the Chesapeake Bay. Seven jurisdictions (Baltimore City, Harford County, Montgomery County, Anne Arundel County, Howard County, Frederick County) have set a fee, but three others are still in the process of setting fees or getting local approval.
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Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Ladies Night and Trivia Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 8 p.m. Damion Wolf Ruddy Duck (16800 Piney Point Rd, Piney Point) – 7 p.m.
Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 23 DJ Spitfire Memories Bar (2360 Old Washington Road, Waldorf) – 9 p.m. Open Mic Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 11 a.m.
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Friday, Dec. 19 Karaoke Plaza Tolteca Mexican Restaurant (22769 Three Notch Road, California) – 9 p.m. George Dunn Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 20 Piranhas Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Ugly Sweater Party Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 8:30 p.m.
Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 26 Karaoke DB McMillan’s Irish Pub and Grill (23415 Three Notch Road, California) – 8 p.m. FUBAR Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Scarlet Plus Karaoke Brass Rail Sports Bar (20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills) – 9 p.m.
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Sunday, Dec. 21 Afternoon with the Grinch Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 2 p.m. The Winstons Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 3 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 22 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Karaoke Contest Finals
Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 28 Higher Standards Ruddy Duck (16800 Piney Point Rd, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 29 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
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A top-rated Medicaid health plan for you and your family MedStar Family Choice is a Medicaid health plan for you and your family. It’s also one of the top-rated Medicaid managed care organization (MCO) in Maryland, based on a recent performance report from HealthChoice*. MedStar Family Choice is ranked #17 nationally among Medicaid Plan Providers by the National Committee for Quality Assurance’s Health Insurance Plan Rankings 2014 - 2015. With MedStar Family Choice, you can get access to the best care from some of the area’s top doctors. We have everything you need to keep your family healthy, close to home. Everything we do is focused on you. Find out if MedStar Family Choice is the right choice for your family. Go to MedStarFamilyChoice.com to learn more. If you are a Maryland resident and would like to enroll, call HealthChoice at 800-977-7388. For the TTY/TDD line, call 800-977-7389. *HealthChoice is a program of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. MedStar Family Choice earned three stars (the highest possible rating in four of the six performance areas in the 2014 Performance Report Card for Consumers: access to care, doctor communication and service, keeping kids healthy, and care for adults with chronic illness).
Out&About December Month Long Feast Your Eyes: The Art of Food Annmarie Sculpture Garden Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 28 to Sunday, Dec. 28 For more information on this event, please call 410-326-4640. “Small Works” Fine Art Unique Gifts Holiday Show Artworks@7th Fine Art Unique Gifts, 9100 Bay Ave., North Beach - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays, Dec. 22, 29 For more information please call 410-286-5278. Monday Memories House Tours Jefferson Patterson Park Museum 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard – 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Dec. 1 to Dec. 31 For more information please call 410-586-8501. Ornament Show Sale Annmarie Sculpture Garden Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 1 to Dec. 31 For more information please call 410-326-4640 Transient Epiphanies Art Gallery College of Southern Maryland, La Plata, Fine Arts Building, Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery, 8730 Mitchell Rd. - Nov. 17 to Dec. 20 Painter Kathryn Myers focuses on the art, culture and religious traditions of India in her work. She has recently integrated video in her work to explore and convey audio and visual responses to India, particularly the architecture and activities found in sacred spaces. The gallery is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday; and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Myers will discuss her work at a Gallery Talk at noon on Nov. 18. This event is free. For more information please email bxoffc@csmd.edu, call 301-934-7828, or visit csmd.edu/Arts/ HungerfordGallery.html.
Thursday, Dec. 18 Little Minnows, Hide and Seek Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Hide and Seek: Many animals can hide in plain sight from predators or curious humans by using camouflage. Discover the techniques animals use to survive through games, movement, and stories. For children age 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Fee is $4 for members and $5 for non-members. Maryland Democratic Party Gender Balance Application Democratic Headquarters, 250 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick – 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 18, the Calvert County Democratic Central Committee will meet at Democratic Headquarters to select a member for gender balance, as required by the Maryland Democratic Party. There is 1 open position. All applicants must be registered Democrats in Calvert County. Interested Demo-
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cratic men should apply no later than Dec. 15th, via e-mail to calvertdems@ gmail.com, via mail to CCDCC, PO Box 2063, Prince Frederick, or by delivering the application in person, to the headquarters. The application should include your contact information, a brief history of your past party involvement, any personal information which you would like to share and a statement about why you are interested in becoming a member of the Democratic Central Committee. All applications will be reviewed by the current committee members and an interview will take place at the Dec. 18 meeting. If there are any questions, please contact the headquarters at 410-4143660, or email to calvertdems@gmail. com. Calvert Library Holiday Concert Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 p.m. Join Calvert Library for a holiday tradition—hot cocoa, a concert and sing-along! We’ll start with a film featuring the original Grinch. Then popular vocalists Emily Bowen Mudd, Nathan Bowen, Jennifer Cooper and Peter Crews will share some of their favorite tunes and get you in the holiday frame of mind. The concert will culminate in a whole family sing-along! This event has been going on in some form or another for several years and the library looks forward to seeing friends old and new. For more information please call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291.
Friday, Dec. 19 Christmas Piano Recital and Singing Ensemble Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall – Noon to 12:45 p.m. Return to the ‘Easy Listening Lounge’ for lunch while listening to lovely piano music and the singing ensemble of Meleah Backhaus Shrout’s students. Ms. Shrout is a pianist, composer and private piano instructor. This Christmas recital will give that special musical, magical touch for your enjoyment just in time for the holidays! Call us to make your reservation for lunch and show. Holiday Open Mic Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Rd., Chaptico – 7 p.m. The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance HomeSpun Coffee House will sponsor a Holiday Open Mic at the Christ Church Parish Hall. This is a great event with many varieties of holiday-themed music and lots of friendship, so if you haven’t been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start! The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. The admission fee for this event is only $7, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be provided (donations are suggested). For additional information, or to sign up to perform, please contact John Garner at garner@wildblue.net or call John at
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Community Events 301-904-4987. Visit smtmd.org for directions and more information. St. Maries Musica Christmas Concert Lotus Kitchen, 14618 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons – 6 to 9 p.m. On Dec. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Lotus Kitchen St. Maries Musica will sing their choral music and also some solo singing from Musica members. This evening will also feature Meleah Backhaus on the piano and Marcia Van Gemert and her string trio. Please stop by and enjoy the music in a relaxed atmosphere and sing some carols with us!
Saturday, Dec. 20 Calvert County Hospice Chorus Performance Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, 3 Dalrymple Rd., Sunderland – 4 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus is an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. On Saturday, Dec. 20, the chorus will perform a concert to benefit Calvert County Hospice at the Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, 3 Dalrymple Rd., Sunderland, at 4 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net for further information regarding the Chesapeake Community Chorus. Gingerbread Lighthouse Workshop Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons - 11 a.m. to noon Please call 410-326-2042 for more information.
Sunday, Dec. 21 Compass Skills: Candy Cane Hunt Flag Ponds Nature Park 1525 Flag Ponds Pwy., Lusby, - 2 to 3:30 p.m. For more information please call 410-586-1477. 29th Annual Christmas Doll and Train Exhibit St. Clement’s Island Museum, 38370 Point Breeze Rd., Colton’s Point – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The St. Clement’s Island Museum in Colton’s Point presents a holiday exhibit themed “Christmas by the Bay.” Exhibits will feature special doll collections from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Dolls will be arranged to depict Christmas scenes and vignettes of Chesapeake coastal living in the early 20th century. Other highlights include working miniature trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate. The Crab Claw Museum Store will be brimming with holiday gifts and for the one who has everything, consider a Museum Gift Membership! Museum members enjoy a 10 percent discount! Don’t miss the Crab Pot Christmas Trees! This is one-stop-shopping at its best! Proceeds benefit museum programs, projects, and exhibits! Shop where your dollars make a difference! Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for
senior citizens (62 and older) and military personnel with ID, $1.50 students ages 6 to 18, and free for children 5 and under. For more information please visit online to stmarysmd.com/recreate/museums or call 301-769-2222. Gingerbread Lighthouse Workshop Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons – 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Register at the admissions desk on program day. Space is limited; $4 fee per child. Solomons TUBACHRISTMAS Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 14400 Solomon’s Island Rd., Solomons - 4 p.m. Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church will be hosting Solomons’ 13th Annual TUBACHRISTMAS performance, which is open to the public and free of charge. Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church is located on Alexander Lane in Solomons. Local musicians from Southern Maryland look forward to TUBACHRISTMAS every year and invite the public to come join them for this unique holiday celebration. All low brass players in the local area are welcome to play in the group (details at tubachristmas.com). TUBACHRISTMAS features traditional Christmas carols arranged for tuba and baritone horn players as well as opportunities for the audience to sing along.
Monday, Dec. 22 Ornament Workshop Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomon – 1 and 3 p.m. Sessions at 1 and 3 p.m. Make holiday ornaments to adorn your Christmas trees. Register at the admissions desk on program day. Space is limited; fee is $4 per child.
Tuesday, Dec. 23 Winter Wishes Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons - All Day What are your hopes and wishes for the New Year? Make a paper ornament with your secret wish written inside to hang in the Discovery Room. Ongoing program throughout the day; free with museum admission.
Wednesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Play “Every Knee shall Bow” St. Paul United Methodist Church, 11000 Hg Trueman Rd, Lusby – 4 to 5 p.m. Come join us for a Christmas Eve Play at St. Paul United Methodist Church!
Thursday, Dec. 25 Annual Christmas dinner American Legion, 3330 Chesapeake
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Community Events Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. SMILE Ecumenical Ministries, Inc. will be hosting its annual Christmas dinner on Christmas day, Dec. 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be held at the American Legion in Lusby. Santa will be there, too. Everyone is welcome! For information on SMILE, please check the web page at smileinc.org.
Friday, Dec. 26 Chesapeake Critters Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons Learn about the amazing animals in the Calvert Marine Museum aquarium. Free with museum admission. Check daily events schedule at the admissions desk.
Saturday, Dec. 27 Toy Boat Building Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons - 2 to 4 p.m. Join us at the Calvert Marine Museum from 2 to 4 p.m. to build a toy boat and take home! $2 donation requested with museum admission.
Dec. 28, from 3 to 8 p.m. The cost per person is $15. Pick up will be at the Sunderland Park N Ride at 3 p.m. The first stop will be at Union Station to see the Norwegian Christmas Tree and the Train Display. Then on to the National Christmas on the Ellipse and the Pathway of Peace, which consists of 56 smaller, decorated trees representing all 50 states, five territories, and the District of Columbia. While there, you can also enjoy a Yule log, a large-scale model train and a Christmas manger. The library must register 34 people by Dec. 20 for the trip to happen. Please register in person at any Calvert Library.
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Great home for a 1st time buyer or retirement home in Chesapeake Beach. Qualifies for USDA, 100% financing.The rooms in the home are all good sized, big kitchen, orig hardwood flooring and newer bathroom. All on one level. Awesome rear deck with steps that lead to the big back yard, play house and storage shed/ workshop. Awesome potential to build up or out. Price: $214,000. Call 301-832-1165.
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Mandatory Work Schedule. Every Friday 10-7. Every Saturday 10-5 Every Sunday 11-2. No exceptions. This is a key holder position for a stock work and sales in a Red Wing dealership store. With heavy emphasis on women's orthopedic fitting of S.A.S, Dansko, NAOT and New Balance. Seniors & Retirees able to lift 40 lbs & climb ladders are most welcome to apply at
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Thursday, December 18, 2014
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Presenting the professionals' favorite properties on the market.
Protect Your Home When Traveling This Holiday Season Many families travel during the holiday season, when gatherings with family and friends require individuals to pack up their vehicles and hit the open road to reconnect with loved ones. Such get-togethers are great ways to make an already festive season even more joyous, but being away for extended periods of time may leave your home vulnerable to criminals. Alarm systems and neighborhood watch programs can provide some peace of mind to homeowners, but there are additional ways to protect your home when traveling this holiday season. • Use timers to make it appear as though you are home. Entertainment systems and even certain home lighting products allow homeowners to make it seem as though they are home even when they aren’t. Criminals are likely to be deterred from burglarizing homes that are well-lit, and noise inside the home can give burglars the impression that someone is inside. Use the timing device on your entertainment or sound system to play music at night, and make sure lights come on at the same time and stay on until the time you would ordinarily go to bed. • Don’t allow mail to stockpile in your mailbox. A telltale sign that no one is home is mail that begins to stockpile in a mailbox. A mailbox overflowing with mail indicates to burglars that you’re not home and also makes you vulnerable to potential identity thieves looking to peruse your mailbox for sensitive information. Whether you suspend mail delivery while you’re away or ask a neighbor to pick up your mail each day, make sure letters are not allowed to accumulate in your mailbox while you are out of town. • Install motion detecting lights around your property. Families who routinely leave home for extended periods of time should install motion-detection devices around their properties. Such devices will immediately illuminate yards or areas around the home when movement is detected within their range. Lights flashing in the dark of night can deter burglars and may even earn homeowners discounts on their insurance policies.
Featured Homes of the Week
Realtor’s Choice 30 American Lane, Lusby, 20657 | $536,000 BE PART OF THE LUSBY TOWN CENTER EXPANSION! 7 acre Town Center (TC) Village Edge parcel allows for multiple uses. Veterinary Hospital, Trade School, Crematorium, Meeting Hall, Bowling Alley, Skating Rink, Movie Theater, Car Wash, R and D Facility, Worship, Etc. EXISTING 60 ft Right of Way off of MD Rt 765. PUBLIC WATER AND SEWER AVAILABLE.
CHRIS MCNELIS | BROKER | OWNER | 410.394.0990 14488 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD, SOLOMONS, MD 20688 www.mcnelisgroup.com
• Be cautious with social media. Today’s criminals are tech-savvy, and some may turn to social media to look for potential victims. When leaving home for an extended holiday vacation, do not broadcast your plans on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Though you might be tempted to post photos of you and your family hitting the ski slopes or sitting poolside with grandma and grandpa, wait until you return from your trip to share such photos. • Hire a plowing service before leaving your home. Families who live in areas that are prone to heavy snowfall should hire a snow plow service before leaving. A driveway buried in snow for several days is another telltale sign that no one is home, so make sure you hire a plow service to remove snow from your driveway even when you are not home. Travel is commonplace during the holiday season. Homeowners must take steps to protect their homes while they are away on vacation or visiting family and friends.
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To list a property in our next Realtor’s Choice edition, call Jennifer at 301-373-4125.
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Thursday, December 18, 2014
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