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“When you first pull in, you don’t know what you’ve got,” said Jerry’s Place co-owner Jerry Gainey, Sr., of the restaurant, which just celebrated its seventh anniversary. Situated next door to the Mr. Tire south of Prince Frederick with a front facing Route 2/4, there have been a number of customers who come in thinking the restaurant is a joke or closed, he said.
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Community Asks BOCC for More Oversight at Dominion Cove Point
Stolen Truck Damaged by Fire By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Division of Solid Waste got approval from the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to purchase a new heavy-duty truck with a roll-off hoist at their Jan. 6 meeting. The truck being retired is a 2009 Volvo Heady Duty Diesel Engine Truck with a roll-off hoist. The replacement is expected to cost $165,000 and will be purchased from the solid waste equipment reserve funds. The truck being retired will be auctioned off and the proceeds
On Jan. 7, the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office (MHSO) began taking grant applications for traffic safety projects to occur in FFY 2016. The MHSO is responsible for administering grant funded programs that address priority areas such as impaired driving prevention, occupant protection, aggressive driving prevention, distracted driving prevention, and the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, younger drivers and older drivers. Grants will also be awarded to projects that are focused on improving Maryland’s traffic records systems and record-keeping, and other projects that enhance the safety of Maryland’s motoring public. “Traffic crashes are one of the leading causes of death throughout a person’s life,” began MVA Administrator and Governor’s Highway Safety Representative, Milt Chaffee. “Our goal is to fund projects that help us reach our goal of zero traffic-related deaths on Maryland’s roadways.” Each year since 2009, an average of 502 people have been killed in traffic crashes on Maryland’s roads, and nearly 45,000 people have been injured. In total there have been more than 92,000 crashes each year and state officials have set a goal of eliminating these needless and preventable tragedies. “We cannot achieve our goal without the help of partners throughout Maryland,” stated Tom Gianni, Chief of the Maryland Highway Safety Office. “Our highway safety grant funding opens the door for some truly effective and innovative programs and funding is
On the morning of Dec. 31, 2014, Kevin Kern reported to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office that his 2010 Chevrolet Silverado truck was stolen, according to officials. At 4:43 p.m., on the same day, authorities from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to 15700 Covington Road in Brandywine, after a citizen discovered a fire had damaged the truck. According to Deputy Fire Marshal Brenneman, the fire has been ruled as arson and it caused an estimated $15,000 in damage to the Chevrolet. The investigation is currently on going and the area of origin of the fire has yet to be determined. Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the State Fire Marshal, Southern Region, at 443-550-6835.
will be returned to the reserve funds. Also during the BOCC meeting, Lusby residents Tracy Eno (representing Calvert Citizens for a Healthy Community) and Leonard Zuza addressed the board during public comment to ask them to continue to ensure public safety during the Dominion Cove Point liquefied natural gas project. Eno challenged the BOCC to improve communication between citizens and county government, ensure that construction is safe and to establish a continuous, independent monitoring for air, ground water and noise pollution. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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available to a wide variety of institutions to help us make our roadways as safe as possible.” State and local government agencies, law enforcement agencies, institutions of higher education, hospitals, associations and other non-profit and not-for profit groups are encouraged to develop projects that address the “four Es of highway safety” – education, enforcement, engineering, and emergency medical services. Funding is provided on a competitive basis to projects that are data driven, and to those that implement proven countermeasures with goals of eliminating motor vehicle crashes and the associated injuries and fatalities. There are two types of projects available, one specifically for law enforcement agencies and a general application. New projects must be statewide in nature and specifically correlate to a priority highway safety program area or another identified area such as traffic records. “Pilot” projects are permitted provided that the project demonstrates a potential for expansion throughout the state. Applications are due by Feb. 27. The grant funding year begins on Oct. 1 and runs through Sept. 30, 2016. For more information, please go to www.mva.maryland.gov/safety/mhso/ highway-safety-grants.htm or contact Joyce Kregelka, the MHSO’s Office Manager, at 410-787-4050 or via email at jkregelka@mdot.state.md.us.
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Vehicle Destroyed By Fire By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer
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Taking the Plunge By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer New Years Day brought many spectators to the North Beach boardwalk for the annual Polar Bear Plunge! Participants in the plunge were able to receive a t-shirt and certification for their daring dip into the chilly bay water. lauren@somdpublishing.net
On Dec. 29, 2014 at 5:30 p.m., authorities from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to Woodville Road in Brandywine in response to a 2004 Nissan SUV that had been intentionally set on fire, according to Deputy Fire Marshal John Nelson, who responded to the scene. The vehicle was discovered and reported to authorities by a neighbor, who was walking his dog when he discovered the SUV, according to Nelson. The fire had completely burned itself out well before it was discovered, Nelson said. The incendiary fire originated in the interior of the vehicle and caused an estimated $8,000 in damage to the Nissan, completely destroying the SUV. Officials have identified Denice Taylor as the owner of the 2004 Nissan. No arrests have been made at this time and no injuries resulted from the fire. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Local NEWS Three Animals Perish in Apartment Fire
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Jan. 3 at 7:09 p.m., 64 firefighters from the La Plata, Waldorf, Accokeek, Bel Alton, Bryans Road and Potomac Heights Volunteer Fire Departments responded to Jimmies Paddock Apartments in White Plains after a neighbor discovered the fire. According to officials, the blaze originated in an apartment bedroom in the complex and caused an estimated $200,000 in damage. Officials identified the apartment occupant as Michael Mills and identified the owner as Robert Mills. Firefighters were able to control the fire within 15 minutes, but three animals perished as a result of the fire. 10 residents from the different apartments were able to escape safely, but due to the damage, the residents were displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross, according to Deputy Fire Marshal Melissa Decker. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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New Board of Education Members Sworn In
During a ceremony at the Brooks Administrative Building in Prince Frederick, Calvert County Circuit Clerk Kathy Smith administered the oath of office to New Board of Education members William Phalen, Pamela Cousins and James C. Piatt. Phalen and Cousins were nominated in the past General Election and Piatt was appointed by the Board of County Commissioners following previous BOE member Joe Chenelly’s resignation.
New Board of Education members William Phalen, Pamela Cousins and James C. Piatt take the oath of office.
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Pamela Cousins signs her contract for the next four years.
Are you Looking for a Summer Job? Check out the Student Job Fair
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer High school and college students are encouraged to attend an upcoming job fair, designed specially for younger job seekers. This year is the 10th student job fair, and the first to be open to college students, according to Department of Parks and Recreation Northern District Assistant Coordinator Paul Lundberg. “We look at it as much as a community service as anything else,” Lundberg said. The job fair has been growing in popularity since it started. During the first job fairs, students would show up in sweats, having come to the community center to use the gym. Now, students come with resumes and dressed professionally. “Every year I am so impressed by how prepared and
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Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra (SMYOrch) Announces Auditions for its Spring 2015 Season The Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra (SMYOrch) is holding an open rehearsal and auditions for their upcoming spring season during the month of January. On Monday, Jan. 12, SMYOrch will hold an open rehearsal from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Chopticon High School. All middleschool and high-school musicians who are interested in learning more about SMYOrch are encouraged to attend. Auditions will be held Jan. 13-15 and January 21-22. Interested musicians can complete an audition registration form by going to the SMYOrch website, www.smyorchestra.org. The orchestra is currently seeking all instruments. Non-traditional orchestral instruments are welcome.
The Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra is a full orchestra serving St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles counties. Any young musician entering grades 6-12 with at least one year of musical study may audition for the SMYOrch. Younger musicians who can play at Level 4 or higher may audition and, at the discretion of the Director, may be accepted. Non-traditional orchestral instruments are welcome to audition. The SMYOrch will work together with Maryland musicians, educators and organizations to expand the musical opportunities available in our community. For more information, contact SMYOrch President Julia Nichols at 301-9970079, smyorchestra@gmail.com or www. smyorchestra.org
professional the students are who attend this fair,” Lundberg said. Some businesses at the job fair will conduct interviews and hire on the spot, while others will use the job fair as a preliminary screening tool. Adding older students was the deciding factor for some businesses, such as Perigeaux Vineyards and Winery, to join the job fair, Lundberg said. The job fair is scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 4. This is a staff development day for Calvert County Public Schools, so students will have the day off from school, Lundberg said. The job fair will be held at the Northeast Community Center, located at 4075 Gordon Sinnett Avenue in Chesapeake Beach. Local businesses that are looking for hard-working student employees to fill summer and seasonal positions are also encouraged to participate in the fair.
While pre-registration is requested, students who show up on the day of the job fair won’t be turned away, Lundberg said. For more information, call 410-257-2554.
participated in Project Graduation and for the past 27 years, no graduating senior has been involved in an alcohol- or drugrelated crash on graduation night. The cost to provide this program at all four Calvert County high schools in $32,000. Without the generosity of our business community, this beneficial activity would not be possible. We hope you will continue to support our efforts. Please make your check payable to CAASA and mail it to P.O. Box 2104, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678. To be listen in the program and on the banner, your sponsorship donation must be received by Feb. 9. If you have any questions, please contact Candace D’Agostino, CAASA Coordinator, at 410-5353733. Thank you in advance for your consideration and dedication to the youth go Calvert County.
Gold Sponsor - $500 Two tickets with reserved seating, listing of your company’s website address on our website for 30 days following the event, company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and company name listed in the program; or Four tickets with reserved seating, company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and company name listed in the program. Silver Sponsor - $300 Three tickets with reserved seating, company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and the company name listed in the program. Bronze Sponsor - $200 Two tickets with reserved seating, company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and the company name listed in the program. Friends of CAASA - $100 Company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and the company name listed in the program.
sarahmiller@countytimes.net Confirmed Student Job Fair Employers Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert County Government Calvert County Parks and Recreation’s Aquatics Division Calvert Nature Society College of Southern Maryland Games2U Herrington on the Bay McDonald’s Perigeaux Vineyards and Winery Town of North Beach
Project Graduation Seeks Sponsorships for Fundraiser
The Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA) is pleased to announce the 10th Annual “Comedy Invasion for Project Graduation” fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2015, 8 p.m., in the Calvert High School auditorium in Prince Frederick, MD. As you can see from the attached flier, the entertainment promises to be just as fun and exciting as in previous years. CAASA is asking for your support. There are five levels of sponsorship, each providing incentives that benefit you and your business. Please review the attached outline to see which sponsorship is right for you. If you are unable to sponsor the event at this time, we would welcome a donation of an item or a service to use as a door prize. To thank you for your generosity, your business name will be listed in the program. CAASA is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization and contributions are tax deductible. CAASA provides youth programs and activities that promote a healthy environment free from alcohol and substance abuse. Our major activity is Project Graduation, an all-night alcohol-free and drug-free celebration for Calvert County’s graduating high school seniors. Last year over 1,000 students
Sponsorship Levels: Benefactor - $1,000 Four tickets with reserved seating, listing of your company’s website address on our website for 30 days following the event, company name displayed on a banner the night of the event and company name listed in the program.
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SHERIFF’S BLOTTER
Lusby Man Charged With Sexual Assault
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer In the early hours of Dec. 23, 2014, Frank Richard Taitano, 53, of Lusby, was charged and arrested for first-degree sexual assault, second-degree assault and false imprisonment. According to police documents, Deputy Mohler, of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, responded to Lower Marlboro Lane in Owings for the report of a sexual assault. According to court documents, the suspect had left the scene in a tan GMC Envoy before police arrived; a lookout was put in place for the vehicle. Upon Mohler’s arrival, Deputy Durner, of the Sheriff’s Office, was already on the scene and received a verbal statement from the victim. The victim stated she had an altercation with Taitano in Wayson’s Corner in Anne Arundel County and informed the suspect “multiple times” she wanted to be taken home. According to court documents, Taitano allegedly refused to take the victim home and said he was “going fishing at the pier” at the end of Lower Marlboro Road. The victim stated the suspect allegedly “forced himself on her” by unbuttoning and attempting to remove her pants while at the pier; the victim informed police she believed Taitano’s intention was to “forcefully have sexual intercourse with her”, according to police documents. Police files indicate while giving her verbal statement, the victim was “visibly shaken” and her pants were “slightly below her waistline, unbuttoned, with her underwear exposed.” Police reports indicate during the alleged assault, the victim honked the vehicle horn in an attempt to gain assistance from anyone in the area, while also attempting to exit the vehicle. The victim was able to exit the vehicle and gain assistance at a neighboring house, where she contacted police. According to court documents, the suspect returned to the scene and admitted to police he would not take the victim home because he wanted to go fishing. Taitano also stated the victim assaulted him by striking him in the face. Police questioned Taitano regarding the sexual assault and asked the suspect why the victim’s pants were unbuttoned and slightly pulled down, Taitano answered, “she pees a lot. Look at the toilet paper in the car.” Police files indicate there was no toilet paper found in the vehicle. Taitano was detained and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and was held on a $15,000 bond. The victim was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital for an evaluation; the victim completed a written statement regarding the alleged assault, but refused a forensic examination, according to police documents. According to court documents, Taitano was released from the detention center the same day, around 11:30 p.m., after Crum and Forster Indemnity Company posted his $15,000 bond. Taitano is scheduled for a preliminary hearing at the Calvert County District Court on Jan. 22. Taitano faces life in prison if found guilty of first-degree sexual assault. lauren@somdpublising.net
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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
During the week of Dec. 29, 2014, through Jan. 4 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,490 calls for service throughout the community. Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website. Go to www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward. Destruction of Property Case #14-73047 and #14-73052 and #14-73065:
DFC C. Fox is investigating three incidents of graffiti spray-painting. One was done to a fence in the 8300 block of F Street in Chesapeake Beach between Dec. 20 and 29, 2014. The roadway in an alley between Md. Rt. 260 and 27th Street was also found to have been spraypainted. More graffiti was seen on the back side of the now-closed Ledo’s in Chesapeake Beach. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Fox at 410-535-2800.
CDS Violation Case #14-73316:
On Dec. 30, 2014, at 9:35 p.m. Cpl. A. Moschetto conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Md. Rt. 4 northbound at Parran Road in St. Leonard. He immediately detected a strong odor of burnt marijuana emitting from the passenger area of the vehicle. A search revealed zip lock bags containing a substantial amount of suspected marijuana. The driver and passenger were both arrested. James Richard Nelson, Jr., 33, of Upper Marlboro and Sheldon Lyvonne Curtis, 33, of Lexington Park, were each charged with possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana in an amount sufficient to indicate an intent to distribute.
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Burglary Case #14-73338:
A home in the 2300 block of West Chesapeake Beach Road in Dunkirk was burglarized in the early morning hours of Dec. 31, 2014. It is unknown at this time if anything was stolen. DFC M. Quinn is investigating.
CDS Violation Case #15-38:
On Jan. 1 at 4 a.m. in the parking lot of the Taco Bell in Prince Frederick, DFC R. Kreps conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle suspected of being operated by an impaired driver. After making contact with the operator, Steven Andrew Terrell, 23, of Upper Marlboro, he arrested Terrell for possession of drug paraphernalia. Terrell was also charged with numerous traffic offenses including driving while impaired by alcohol and negligent driving.
Burglary Case #15-68:
Terrell
Unknown suspect(s) shattered the front door of the Dunkirk Hardware and Home Center on Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk in the early morning hours between Dec. 31, 2014 and Jan. 1. The culprit(s) stole several Stihl saws, altogether valued at over $4,000. Damage is estimated at $1,200. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. H. Rich of the C.I.B. at 410-535-1600 extension 2765.
Maryland State Police Blotter The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
Theft from Vehicle: On Dec. 29, 2014, at 8:38 a.m., Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded to the 12400 block of Painted Horse Trail in Lusby for a report of a theft from a vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle in the victim’s driveway and broke the glove compartment and stole several items. Investigation continues. Open Warrants / Possession of Marijuana: On Dec. 29, 2014, at 10:48 p.m., Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Duke St. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. An odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. The passenger, Benjamin L. Michael, 21 of St. Leonard, was found to have two open warrants. He was arrested. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. The juvenile driver was arrested and received a Juvenile Civil Citation and was released to a parent. Theft of Boat: On Dec. 30, 2014, at 5:09 p.m., Trooper First Class Matthews responded to the 2400 block of Aspen Rd. in Port Republic for a report of a stolen boat. An aluminum
“V” shaped hull Jon fishing boat had been removed from the victim’s property. Investigation continues.
Possession of Marijuana: On Dec. 31, 2014, at 2:29 p.m., Trooper First Class Matthews stopped a vehicle on Rt. 2 near Dalrymple Rd. in Sunderland for traffic violations. A strong odor of fresh marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. The driver, Calvin E. Holland, 33 of Prince Frederick, was arrested for driving without a license. He was issued appropriate traffic violation citations and a Civil Citation for the marijuana. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A passenger was searched and released. Possession of Marijuana: On Dec. 31, 2014, at 11:21 p.m., Sr. Trooper Dawson stopped a vehicle on Rt. 231 near Mason Rd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. A strong odor of raw marijuana was emitting from the inside of the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana. Dia Quan Garner, 23 of Prince Frederick, and a passenger, Krystal T. Byrd, 20 of Waldorf, were both issued Civil Ci-
tations for possession of marijuana and released. Burglary/Destruction of Property: On Jan. 1, at 4:10 a.m., Trooper First Class Follin responded to Oxford Way in Huntingtown for a burglary and destruction of property complaint. A front window of the business, Pipe Dreams, had been broken, in an attempt to gain entry. Investigation continues. Possession of Cocaine and Handgun: On Jan. 3, at 12:56 a.m., Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a vehicle on Boyds Turn Rd. near Cowspen Ct. in Owings for traffic violations. A strong odor of raw marijuana was detected emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana and a loaded handgun. Derwin M. Jones, 18 of Upper Marlboro, was arrested for possession of cocaine and marijuana and possession of a regulated firearm under the age of 21. He was issued a Civil Citation for the marijuana and was arrested for the other charges and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
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Woman Sentenced For Theft-Scheme Charge
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Monday Jan. 5, Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark Chandlee sentenced Virginia Wilson Hunter, 58, of Owings, to 10 years, suspending all but six months on home detention for the felony charge of theft-scheme of $10,000 to under $100,000. Online records indicate Hunter was charged with six counts of theft from $1,000 to under $10,000; seven counts of theft less than $1,000; two counts of theft less than $500; six counts of theft over $500; theft-scheme of over $500 and theft-scheme of $10,000 to under $100,000. Hunter accepted a plea agreement, which stated she would plead guilty to the felony charge of theft-scheme of $10,000 to under $100,000; the plea agreement dismissed the remaining 22 charges. According to Assistant State’s Attorney (ASA) Kyle Tores, the defendant stole $25,000 from Skipjack Properties, LLC; the defendant stole the money over a course of six years while working as the bookkeeper for the business. Tores said her sole responsibility was “issuing checks to the companies” for their work; Tores said the defendant would write one check to the company and another check, in the same amount, to herself, which allowed the finances to appear normal.
“It took a lot of work to determine which checks were legitimate,” Tores said to the court. Tores stated incarnation is the appropriate punishment in this case and said her actions took “a lot of criminal thought.” “She’s been a theft for six years. It was a deliberate action; it wasn’t a drugfueled action.” Russell Litten and Michael and Sharon Hegarty owned Skipjack Properties LLC, all three were present in the courtroom. The Hegarty’s declined to address the court, but Mr. Litten did provide a statement during the hearing. “Don’t look at that schoolhouse mom persona…she’s a very cold, deceiving and calculating person,” he said to the court. “Is it more important to accept a plea and let the defendant go on this case and penalize the victim?” Litten asked the court. Richard Lloyd, who was representing the defendant, stated his client felt “overworked and wasn’t paid for the work she did” and said Hunter felt “take advantage of.” Lloyd said Hunter realized her reasoning was no excuse for the theft and regretted her decision. “She admitted she took this money; she acknowledged it was wrong to do it,” Lloyd said. Lloyd requested home detention
and unsupervised probation for his client stating she paid the $25,000 restitution to the victim’s and stated she is also the sole caregiver for her 82-year-old father. “I believe the rehabilitation part of the disposition is already here; she’s not going to do this again.” Before the judge implemented his sentence, he allowed Hunter to address the court. “I am not the coldhearted person Mr. Litten portrays me to be. I did make a mistake and I am very sorry. There is no excuse for what I did. This was an isolated incident and I am sorry,” she said to the court. “It’s a difficult case; it’s an unfortunate case. You have to look at your acts and the impact it had,” the judge said to the defendant. Judge Chandlee sentenced Wilson to six months of home detention with five years of unsupervised probation; he also ordered the defendant pay a $2,500 fine. Judge Chandlee granted Hunter work release; Hunter currently works for Michael and Sharon Hegarty as the bookkeeper for their company, Chesapeake Security Service. Hunter was held at the Calvert County Detention Center following her Jan. 5 sentencing hearing. Hunter’s home detention began Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 9 a.m.
Waldorf Fire Ruled Arson
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer
In the early hours of Monday, Jan. 5, five firefighters from the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department responded to Hatteras Circle in Waldorf, after a neighbor discovered a 2011 Infiniti sedan was intentionally set on fire. The fire originated in the rear passenger compartment of the vehicle and the incendiary fire caused an estimated $20,000 in damage to the Infiniti, according to Deputy Fire Marshal Melissa Decker, who responded to the scene. Firefighters were able to control the fire within five minutes and there were no injuries as a result of the fire. Officials have identified Adrian Harris as the owner of the Infiniti sedan. No arrests have been made at this time; anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Southern Region, at 443-550-6834.
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Together we did it! Because of your amazing support, Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry led the nation in Wal-Mart’s Food Pantry Holiday Makeover competition. From day one, Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry was in first place and you kept us there throughout the entire competition. Winning the $20,000 grant will have a huge impact on the way we are able to serve our county’s neediest people. We will be expanding our current facility to better serve the 700 to 800 people who visit us every single week. Over 40 percent of the people we serve
are children. In addition, by increasing our freezer and refrigerator storage space, we will be able to store more fresh fruits and vegetables; providing our food pantry clients with better and healthier food options. In a nutshell, more people in Calvert County will be receiving healthy foods more efficiently. You made that possible. To everyone who voted for Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry, shared our statues, and put up with our posts throughout the competition, thank you. Once again you proved that the people of Calvert County can
willing to have the baby killed rather than give it to someone else. Dr. King would also have opposed abortion because he was a champion of justice and human rights. Proverbs 6:16-19 states that one of the things God hates is “hands that shed innocent blood” and who is more innocent than an unborn child in the womb? Also the unalienable Right to Life in the Declaration of Independence is the most important human right, because without life, no other right is possible. Dr. King also knew that while hanging on the cross, Jesus said “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do”. If you didn’t understand in the past but are beginning to realize now the full consequences of what you have done regarding abortion, remember that God is merciful and forgiving. But even if you knew and did it anyway, if you are truly sorry, repent and ask Him, He will forgive you. If he were still alive, I believe Dr. King would be at the annual March or at one of the many associated events. And like his niece, Dr. Alveda King, he would probably be a major speaker encouraging people to be pro-life and not to have abortions. Robert Boudreaux Waldorf, Md.
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Dr. Martin Luther King and Abortion
In January, we celebrate the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King and rally in Washington, D. C. for the annual March for Life to protest the Supreme Court decisions that legalized abortions. Since those decisions occurred on 22 January 1973 almost five years after Dr. King was killed, some people might question where he would have stood on abortion. First of all, Dr. King was a pastor and his Christian faith was the most important thing in his life. Therefore, he would have been very knowledgeable about the Bible. He would have known that a person’s physical life begins at conception because in Jeremiah 1:5 God says “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you….” He would have known that a pregnant woman has a child in her womb because in Genesis 16:11, the Angel of the Lord said to Hagar “Behold, you are with child…” He would have known that God disapproved of abortion because in Exodus 21:22-24 God set the punishment of “…life for life, eye for eye…” for anyone killing or injuring an unborn baby. He would have known that God approves of adoption instead of abortion because of the story about King Solomon’s wisdom in 1 Kings 3:16-27. King Solomon looked favorably on the mother because to save her baby’s life, she was willing to give her baby to a harlot who had stolen her baby, lied to her, was fighting her for custody, and was
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care for the people of Calvert County. What a beautiful thing we accomplished together and a great way to close out 2014. I wish you a Happy New Year and I look forward to all that we achieve in the upcoming year. Sincerely, Rev. Robert P. Hahn Senior Pastor Chesapeake Church
What is Appropriate Reading in the Classroom?
Dear Superintendent Curry: I have a few questions concerning the Common Core curriculum. Since my email has been added to a “block list” maintained by Calvert County Public Schools and I do not “tweet,” I would ask that your reply be in the form of an open letter to County Times readers. Superintendent Curry, the Common Core worksheets state that what my generation called “God-given, unalienable rights” are privileges the government extends to its citizens. Do you agree with that assessment, Superintendent Curry? Before you answer, bear in mind that a privilege is something a parent extends to a child, which can be taken away if they misbehave or don’t clean their room. Is the right of citizens to peacefully assemble a privilege? The right of “a well-regulated militia” to “keep and bear arms?” I await your response. If an employee of Calvert County Public Schools texted a child in their class a graphic, unsparing depiction of sex acts between an 11-year-old and an adult, at a minimum, they would be placed on administrative leave. Why, then, is Toni Morrison’s “Bluest Eyes” considered an acceptable part of the Common Core curriculum? It is a small wonder that this book’s sympathetic, non-judgmental portrayal of pedophilia has earned it a place high on NAMBLA’s “wish list” for required reading in schools. Do you really consider the deflowering of an 11-year-old appropriate reading for children of any age? Again, I await your response. Edward C. Davenport, Drum Point
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Quality Food, Kind People and a Cozy Atmosphere Jerry’s Place Celebrates Seven Years in Prince Frederick
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Jerry’s Place is one of those restaurants you find almost by accident unless you’re purposefully looking for it. “When you first pull in, you don’t know what you’ve got,” said Jerry’s Place co-owner Jerry Gainey, Sr., of the restaurant, which just celebrated its seventh anniversary. Situated next door to the Mr. Tire south of Prince Frederick with a front facing Route 2/4, there have been a number of customers who come in thinking the restaurant is a joke or closed, Gainey, Sr., said.
Customers have told the owners that Jerry’s Place should move to a more picturesque location, but the owners have no plans to move the restaurant. “We don’t have a pretty view, but we have superior food,” said co-owner Debbie Nelson. For the past 30 years, Jerry’s Place has been growing into the seafood restaurant it is now. At first, it was oysters being sold out of a 1968 Chevrolet, then a pickup truck and a food truck. Gainey, Sr., opened the first Jerry’s Place restaurant in the mid-1970s in Seabrook Shopping Center in Lanham, Md. They opened up in the current location in Prince Frederick seven years ago, on
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Jan. 4, 2008. The restaurant had been an ice cream shop, a burger shop and more before its current incarnation as Jerry’s Place. The unassuming outside hides a colorful interior, decorated with the faces of the extended Gainey family and more than 100 regular customers and counting. The extensive murals are another reason Jerry’s Place will not be moving venues, Debbie said. For $100, artists Erin Jeffers and Bruce Frazier will memorialize a person on the Jerry’s Place walls. The restaurant itself sees no revenue from the paintings, Gainey, Sr., said, but they do see a boost when people bring their friends and family to see their portrait on the wall of their favorite seafood restaurant. Jerry’s Place has become a family occupation. Debbie’s husband, Aaron Nelson, is in the restaurant almost daily with the rest of the family, and there are a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and grandchildren who work part time. “Life revolves around the restaurant,” Aaron said. The majority of the family is normally either at the restaurant or nearby. When the restaurant is closed, the family will get together for meals and quality time, he said. Jerry’s Place depends on word of mouth and social media to drum up new customers, though they don’t spend much time updating their website and Facebook pages. “We pay attention to the food and the service here,” Gainey, Sr., said. Jerry’s Place has several layers of quality control. Nelson spends the majority of her time in the kitchen, and Gainey,
Sr., puts his personal stamp of approval on every item offered on the menu. “My father won’t serve it if he doesn’t like it,” Gainey, Jr., said. Gainey, Sr., takes pride in offering a comfortable, homelike atmosphere. Either he or Gainey, Jr., can be found in the main dining room at all times. The Jerry’s Place menu has a number of hidden items, Gainey, Sr., said. They offer most of the specials on a daily basis if customers come in and ask for them. Jerry’s place will carry any type of fish, even ones not regularly carried, as long as the customer tells them 24-hours in advance, Donna said. They have a wide selection, from chicken fingers, steak and pork chops to Icelandic Haddock, oysters and their crab cakes. The crab cakes are all meat, with no filler, Gainey, Sr., said. Because Jerry’s Place has all indoor seating, they don’t have many of the seasonal problems other seafood restaurants come up against. Like all small businesses, Jerry’s Place has had its ups and downs, Gainey, Sr., said, but he has high hopes for this year. “This should be our year,” he said. Jerry’s Place is located at 1541 Solomons Island Road South in Prince Frederick. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. jerrys-place.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale
It is that time of year again! The Annual Giant Gently Used Book Sale hosted by Friends of Calvert Library will begin with a membersonly preview night on Thursday, Jan. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. You can join at the door with $10 for an individual and $15 for a family membership. The sale opens to the public on Friday, Jan. 9 from noon to 3 p.m. and will also be held on Saturday, January 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is in the meeting rooms at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick and there will be thousands of books in good to excellent condition. The books range from classic fiction and the latest best-sellers to non-fiction titles of all types: self-help, military, biography, cooking, politics, history, you name it. The sale is also well-stocked with children’s books and videos for all ages - toddlers to young adult - so this would be the perfect opportunity to pick up a bagful of books to encourage reading in the kids you know. The proceeds of the sale are used by the Friends of the Library to provide financial support to many of the events and workshops the library offers and to enable the library to offer services and products beyond the reach of tax dollars. For more information call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
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New “Endow Maryland” Tax Credit Promotes Charitable Giving for Local Communities
A new Maryland tax credit dubbed “Endow Maryland” will reward donors who help build permanent charitable funds for local communities across the state, including Southern Maryland. Endow Maryland is modeled after successful initiatives established by community foundations across the nation. Starting January 1, 2015, Endow Maryland offers a tax credit for gifts of at least $500 to permanent, endowed funds at qualified community foundations, such as the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland. Qualified donors may receive a 25 percent tax credit on their 2015 Maryland state tax return as an incentive to encourage Maryland residents to give back to their local communities in a meaningful and lasting way. The Endow Maryland tax credit, which is designed to promote charitable giving in Maryland, for Maryland, applies only to gifts to permanent, endowed funds held at your local community foundation—those that will generate many times the initial value of the gift to benefit the community. The fourteen community foundations in Maryland, provide support in every part of the State of Maryland and have been accredited by the Council on Foundations, National Standards for Community Foundations, a rigorous review of our financial, governance and grant programs. Each community foundation in Maryland will be sharing the $250,000 in tax credits for 2015. The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland’s initial portion of total tax credits available is $15,000, which is 25 percent of $60,000 in contributions, with the possibility of additional tax credits after this initial portion is claimed. These credits are available on a first-come,
first- served basis, and are anticipated to be claimed very quickly. According to Gretchen Hardman, executive director, “the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland would like to see the tax credits used to create 12 new endowed funds of $5,000 each. Endowments could include historic preservation, or any one of the Foundation’s areas of focus, such as arts and culture, education and scholarships, and the environment. Funds may also be used for general community improvements, such as housing, recreation and transportation, or health, wellness, and youth initiatives. We may also accept an endowment to support operations for the Foundation and our discretionary grant funds.” Hardman added, “Once this Endow Maryland tax credit goes into effect, it could generate approximately one million dollars in philanthropic donations that will help build permanent charitable good in jurisdictions across Maryland. The potential for good is unlimited.” To find out how to take advantage of the tax credit, see a complete list of endowed funds, or obtain more information, visit the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland website at www.cfsomd.org or call 240-670-4483 (GIVE). Even you can be a philanthropist. The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland invites local residents with a vision and a passion for community to create something together. For good. Forever. The Community Foundation translates collective giving into big—local— impact. Devoted to making Southern Maryland the best place to live and give, the Community Foundation gives everyday people of every income level the opportunity to create and realize the power of an endowment.
From my Backyard to our Bay A Calvert County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
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Streams in Your Neighborhood Need Help 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.
Streams flowing through suburban areas need special care. As urban areas develop, natural stream channels are forced to handle a higher volume of stormwater due to the new expanses of impervious surfaces (roofs, parking lots, and streets). This destroys the natural state of the stream and causes the stream channel to increase in size. High, turbulent waters scour stream channels and undercut the banks until the tops of the stream banks cave in and are carried away, degrading the stream with tons of sediment. Stream banks should be protected with vegetation and trees. Streamside vegetation acts as a filter for runoff flowing from upland areas and is very effective at trapping and absorbing runoff and associated pollutants. The shade from trees and shrubs whose canopies overhang the stream keeps the water cool to protect streamdwelling organisms. Buffers also provide excellent habitat for birds and other wildlife.
Landowners should bear in mind that any grading or significant change within the stream channel that would affect the flow or cross-section of the channel requires a state permit. This permit is granted only if the landowner can prove that the proposed change will not negatively impact the environment or the stream’s ability to convey stormwater. The best protection for streams is a riparian buffer, a protected area extending beyond the stream banks that is densely planted in grasses, shrubs, and trees. Many nonprofit organizations have stream buffer cleanup projects. You can volunteer to help with these projects. Contact Calvert County Department of Planning and Zoning for more information on installing buffers.
Want to volunteer?
On the Bay side, contact Project Clean Stream, organized by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, cleanstream. allianceforthebay.org/. On the river side of the County, Patuxent Riverkeeper organizes the only watershed wide clean up, paxriverkeeper.org/get-involved/annual-patuxentcleanup/. Or you can contact Citizens Green Team at calvertgreenexpo@gmail.com, and they will put you in contact with the right person.
This is the seventh in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott 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!
Streams in Calvert County Buzzard Island Creek Fowlers Mill Branch Caney Creek Friday Creek Tucker Creek Graham Creek Battle Creek Calams Run Ben Creek Cobb Creek Bobcat Brook Hellen Creek Island Creek Laveel Branch Long Creek Parker Moore Creek Nan Cove Purgatory Creek Rattlesnake Gutt Parkers Creek Rock Creek Plum Point Creek Fishing Creek Schoolhouse Branch Goldstein Branch Sullivan Branch Grays Creek Back Creek Grovers Creek Brown Creek Mears Creek Burrell Branch Saint Paul Branch Cleve Branch Thomas Branch Coles Creek Woodland Branch Fishing Creek Hall Creek Hungerford Creek Kings Branch Mill Creek Lyons Creek Saint John Creek Fox Point Creek Calvert Beach Run Hunting Creek Governor Run Little Lyons Creek Grover Creek Mill Creek Johns Creek Ramsey Creek Kings Road Creek Reits Branch Mosley Branch Sewell Branch Perrin Branch Chew Creek Planters Wharf Creek Cocktown Creek Quakers Swamp Covenant Creek Saint Leonard Creek
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The Consequence of Ego By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer Where were you on March 28, 1994? I was enjoying spring break – a now long-gone concept in my much too adult life – with the spirit of Jimmy Buffett at the Southernmost Point of these great (continental) United States. I was nibbling on sponge cake and watching the sun bake. The effervescence of boiling shrimp was all around. While sitting on the porch swing an acoustic guitar strummed in my head and I debated getting a brand new tattoo. I lamented my busted flip-flop and dressed the cut on my heel delivered courtesy of a stray pop-top. For the life of me, I couldn’t find that lost shaker of salt. I was in such a good mood that even though my buddy swore a woman was to blame, I freely admitted it was my own fault. The polygraph test has nothing on a few margaritas, I suppose. I was in Key West on that long ago March day. My precise memory isn’t because my trip to the little latitudes was unforgettable or the result of my behavior prompting an encounter with local law enforcement; I know of my whereabouts because, while cruising down Route 1 with warm, rejuvenating south Florida air blowing through my window, the radio man announced that Jimmy Johnson, coach of the Super Bowl champion Dallas Cowboys, had stepped down. It was a good day to be a Cowboys hater. In late March 1994, Dallas was just two months removed from a second consecutive Super Bowl title and was poised to become the greatest dynasty in the history of pro football. Nothing could stop them – except themselves. Despite the team’s success and opportunity to rewrite history, owner Jerry Jones and Johnson couldn’t find a way to co-exist. Not even Big D was large enough to house their massive egos. The struggle for power and acclaim forced a divorce that weakened the Cowboys and nudged Johnson from a coaching perch he would never recapture. It is one of the great “what if’s” in sports history. George Santayana once wrote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” The recent split between the San Francisco 49ers and head coach Jim Harbaugh indicates both parties have poor memories. While not the equivalent of John-
son’s seismic departure from Dallas, the HarbaughSan Francisco divorce is similar in this telling respect: it had nothing to do with football. Entering this past season, Harbaugh had led the 49ers to three straight NFC Championship Games and one Super Bowl. Despite that envious record, the 49ers nearly traded Harbaugh in the offseason, a botched move that ultimately undermined the coach and contributed to a substandard 2014 season (San Francisco finished 8-8). Harbaugh wasn’t unemployed long; the one-time University of Michigan quarterback signed a lucrative deal to coach the Wolverines. San Francisco’s search for his replacement is ongoing. Elite coaches are rare; NFL teams scramble to find them. Strong organizations and talented rosters are few; coaches long to work in such environments. Sustained success in the NFL is maddeningly elusive; it is professional nirvana for those in the football business. Jimmy Johnson and Dallas had found it; so too had Jim Harbaugh and San Francisco. All of the above had exactly what they wanted and it wasn’t enough - fascinating commentary on all involved. An endeavor comprised of competitive, successful, strong and opinionated human beings is going to be combustible. Discomfort will be frequent. It will have untenable moments. But if the desired outcome is achieved, it is incumbent upon the individuals to accept the personally frustrating aspects – organizational authority, credit for the success or the allocation of pay – for prosperity’s sake. If self-importance rules, if there is no ability for the human components to yield, to listen and to compromise, you get the Cowboys of March 1994 and, it seems, the 49ers of December 2014. Jim Harbaugh may find his utopia at Michigan. The next 49ers coach might do the only thing Harbaugh didn’t - win a Super Bowl. History, however, indicates that neither party will be as successful apart as they were together. The consequence of ego is realized…again. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@yahoo.com.
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Do You Need Help Paying for Heat or Electric? The Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) assists eligible individuals and families with a one-timeper-year grant to help pay heating and electric bills. If income-eligible, be prepared to provide the following for every person in the home: proof of all monthly income, a social security card, and a photo identification card. You will also need a current heating bill, electric bill, and lease (if renting). For more information and to schedule an appointment, call: CPSC at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170; SPSC on Thursdays at 410-586-2748; NBSC on Fridays at 410-257-2549 AARP Tax-Aide Program Tax-Aide Counselors will be available Monday, Feb. 9, through Wednesday, April 15 to prepare tax returns for low-to-moderate income senior citizens aged 50-plus. The three Calvert County senior centers will start taking calls to schedule appointments Monday, Feb. 2. Before making your appointment, make sure you have all of the documentation necessary to complete your return. This would include last year’s tax return and any income and expense documentation for 2014. If you, your spouse or any of your dependents participated in any of the Affordable Care Act Health Exchanges (Obama Care) during any part of 2014, please bring all 1095 forms and other proof of insurance and receipts for any premium payments, waivers and exemption certificates for all individuals on the tax return. Bring a cancelled/voided check (for proof of direct deposit account) for any refunds/payments. To make an appointment, call: Calvert Pines Senior Center, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170; North Beach Senior Center, 410-257-2549; Southern Pines Senior Center, 410-586-2748. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Join us in the dining room to make a Winter Craft with Sally Wednesday, Jan. 14, 11 a.m. Remember I Love Lucy? What about Welcome Back Kotter? Do you know the theme songs to these shows? Have fun at the Old TV Show Game, Friday Jan. 16, 11:30 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Join the Good, Bad and Ugly 2014 discussion and sharing time concerning the past year, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 10:45 a.m. Enjoy a slice of pie at the Annual Pie Social, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m.! Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Learn about Zinc during Crazy Cathy’s Nutrition Talk, Friday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m. Remember the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by viewing the documentary, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Historical Perspective and discuss his legacy, Friday, Jan. 16, 1 p.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 301855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, Jan. 12 BBQ Chicken, Beef Barley Soup, Carrots, Coleslaw, White Bread, Sliced Pears Tuesday, Jan. 13 Meatloaf with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Tuscan Bean Soup, Broccoli Salad, Whole Wheat Bread, Orange Wednesday, Jan. 14 Ham with Raisin Sauce, Scalloped Potatoes, Gingered Cucumbers, Green Beans, Biscuit, Cake with Pineapple Sauce Thursday, Jan. 15 Meatball Sub, Marinara Sauce, Health Salad, Vegetables, Mini Sub Roll, Apricots Friday, Jan. 16 Pork Chop with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Pickled Beets, Winter Blend Vegetables, Whole Wheat Bread, Mandarin Oranges
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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.
Ralph “Vince” Vincent Mileo, 65 Ralph “Vince” Vincent Mileo, 65, of Sunderland, Md., passed on Monday, Dec. 15, 2014. Vince was born in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 20, 1949, to Bessie (Beall) an Anthony B. Mileo. He was employed for 25 years by the MNCPP, retiring as a Park Leader. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycles and hand dancing. Vince was the brother of Dolores Orendorf and her husband Frank, Louise Mileo, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Tony and Mike and his faithful companion for many years, his beloved dog Bobo. A Memorial Gathering will be held at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A., Owings, Md., on Saturday, Jan. 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Veronica “Ronnie” D. Sweeney, 76 Veronica “Ronnie” D. Sweeney, 76, of Owings, Md., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2014, at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C. She was born in New York, N.Y., on May 4, 1938, to Nicholas and Thelma (Duck) Chumbris. She was married to John M. “Jack” Sweeney, Sr. On Oct. 12, 2014, they celebrated their fifty-seventh wedding anniversary. She was a yellow pages consultant for Verizon, retiring in 2003 after 26 years of service. Ronnie enjoyed crocheting, gardening, traveling, spending time with her family, yard sales, and collecting oriental art. She also enjoyed following the careers of several professional athleres, a few of her favorites included Johnny Bench, Joe Montana, and Tom Brady. She was also a huge fan of Conway Twitty and Elvis Presley. Along with her husband, she leaves behind to cherish her memory four children, Jack Jr. and his wife Melody, Mike, Patrick, and Sharon and her husband Todd. She was the devoted grandmother of eight grandchildren, one great grandson, a brother Tommy, a sister Rosalie, and many nieces and nephews. Ronnie was an animal lover, especially dogs, so the family requests memorial contributions in her name be made to your local humane society. Funeral services were held by Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Lee Funeral Home Calvery, P.A., Owings, Md., with burial at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md.
Betsy Harriet Andress, 71 Betsy Harriet Andress, 71 of Lusby, Md., passed away Jan. 4, 2015 at her residence. Born Dec. 6, 1943 in Smithfield, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Woodall and Ollie (Bell) Woodall. Betsy is survived by her husband, Bruce P. Andress, Sr.; her children, Steven Andress (Sylvia) of Burleson, Texas, Greg Andress (Melissa) of Waxhaw, N.C., and Bruce P. Andress, Jr. (Sue) of Herndon, Va.; grandchildren, Justin and Carly Sager, Brian, Emily, Rebekah, Cole, Joshua and Alexa Andress; son-in-law, Scott Sager of LaPlata, Md.; and siblings, Melvin Woodall of Pa., Timmy Woodall of Va., Denise Woodall Hall of Va., and Donna Woodall
Oster of Va. Betsy was preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa D. Sager. Family received friends on Tuesday, Jan. 6, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby. Contributions may be made to the the ALS Clinical Care and Education Fund, c/o Lora L. Clawson, JHOPC 5th Floor Neurology, 601 N. Caroline Street, Suite 5070A, Baltimore, Md. 21287. Condolences to the family may be made at rauschfuneralhomes.com.
John Patrick O’Conner, 67 John Patrick O’Conner, 67, Of Huntingtown, Md., died on Jan. 5, with his family by his side. He was born on Oct. 11, 1947, to James and Mary O’Connor. John graduated from Suitland High School in 1965. He was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers, Local 100 since 1971. John served as Secretary of Labor and Industry for the State of Maryland during the Glendening Administration. He retired in 2008 from Anne Arundel County Government. He is survived by his sister, Jean Connell; daughters Dawn Bowman (Jeff), Karen Loeffler (Nick), Christine O’Connor, and son John O’Connor (Katie). Grandfather of Erika, Lucy, Joe, Kennedy and Jack. Visitation will be on Friday, Jan. 9, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Jesus the Divine Word Catholic Church, 885 Cox Rd., Huntingtown, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 11 am. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton.
Charlotte Ann Russell Charlotte Ann Russell of St Leonard, Md., passed away Dec. 30, 2014 at the Washington Hospital Center. Charlotte was the beloved wife for 58 years of Morgan E. Russell, devoted mother to Gregory Morgan Russell (and his wife, Tracie) and proud and loving grandmother to Jessa Ann Russell. Born to Tony Horsmon and Helen Jones Horsmon of Prince Frederick, Charlotte was not only a lifelong resident of Calvert County, but a lifelong member of the business community; first working in the Horsmon family business of Prince Frederick Motors and later as Owner and Operator of Morgan E. Russell, Inc. alongside of her husband. She was graduated from Calvert High School in 1952 and went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland. She taught throughout the Calvert County public school system until 1960. Greg later joined the family business where Charlotte continued to work until her passing. One of ten Horsmon children, Charlotte is also survived by her brother, Vernon; numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends. Of special note, her niece, Casey Stonestreet, worked by her side at the business. Charlotte found special comfort knowing she was considered a second mother by her nieces Jessica Lynn Kilby, Valerie Linnae Russell, Debra Elaine Peyton and Bonnie Lee Horsmon. When away from the office, Charlotte enjoyed being outdoors working in the yard and garden with Morgan, crabbing, attending rodeos and polocrosse events with Jessa, and taking care of the many animals adopted over the years by Greg. On weekend afternoons, she loved rooting for any Terrapin team, the Orioles, the Cowboys and especially the Ravens. With enthusiasm, Charlotte sup-
ported her local community by donating to the Calvert County Humane Society, various other charities and volunteer fire departments, youth clubs and especially to The Calverton School of which she and Morgan were Founding Members. Jessa, having attended Calverton since pre-K, will be graduated with the Class of 2016. Charlotte was a member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Prince Frederick, Maryland. The family received friends on Tuesday Jan. 6, at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic, Md. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services were held on Wednesday Jan. 7, 11:30 a.m. at St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Prince Frederick, Md. Interment will follow in Southern Memorial Gardens. Should friend desire, memorial contributions may be made to either Bay Area Polocrosse Club, C/O Linda Harris, 5820 Mill Branch Rd., Huntingtown, Md. 20639 or Maryland High School Rodeo Association Inc., 8950 Doctor Spencer Rd., Bel Alton, Md. 20611
Walter B. Dorsey III, 26 Walter B. Dorsey III, 26, was born Feb. 16, 1988 in Leonardtown, Md. He was shot and killed in an apparent robbery/homicide in Los Angeles, California on Dec. 11, 2014. Walter was born and raised in St. Mary’s County, Maryland and attended college in Florida where he studied Alternative Health Sciences before heading out West. He resided in Venice and Mountain Center, California where he practiced organic farming licensed by the State of California for the last five years of his life. He was particularly fond of the mountains and beaches of California and the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. He enjoyed boating, hiking, surfing and working on his California Ranch. He had a special gift and desire to heal which he utilized for the benefit of others. Walter touched many lives in his travels and will forever be remembered as the pirate. Aside from his extended family Walter left behind so many beautiful women, friends and people he considered family… He was the son of Philip H. Dorsey III and Donna Dorsey of Leonardtown, Md. and Alexandria, Virginia. He is survived by his brother Robert Ernest Dorsey, 22 and his maternal Grandparents Robert Swallow and Joanne Swallow of Sun City, Florida and Northwoods, New Hampshire and Deborah
Swallow of The Villages, Fla., and Moody Beach, Maine. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather Walter Bryant Dorsey of Leonardtown and Jeanne Blackistone Dorsey Mandel of Colton’s Point, Maryland. Walter is survived by his step-grandmother Brenda Dorsey of Leonardtown and Hon. Marvin Mandel of Annapolis. Walter leaves behind a deeply devoted family including his Uncles and Aunts, Paul and Sandy Dorsey of Olney, Maryland, John And Tricia Dorsey of Kansas City, Missouri, Helen Dorsey and John Windolph of Medley’s Neck, Maryland, Dan and Diana Scannell of Falmouth, Maine, Lisa and Paul Willshire of Carlisle, Mass., Denise Swallow of Reading, Mass., Eric, Jason and Chrissy Swallow of Richmond, Va.
Louis “Butch” E. Cirina, 69 Louis “Butch” E. Cirina, 69, of Lusby, Md., passed away on Jan. 4, after a long battle with Lung disease. He was born on March 13, 1945 and graduated from Calvert High School in 1964. He lived many happy years in the Olivet community. He owned Solomon’s Ace Hardware for many years. Upon retirement he remained active in the business community with real-estate/property management. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed boating as well as various hunting sports throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosa B Swicklas (Joy) and his stepfather James Swicklas. He is survived by his wife, Linda M. Cirina; his son Chris Franklin (Sue); Grandchildren Amanda, Charles and Erin Franklin; step children Pamela and Bruce Mentzer. Family and friends will be received to celebrate Butch’s life during a memorial service on Friday, Jan. 9 at 11 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane in Lusby. A gathering immediately following the memorial service will be at Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Solomons, Md. 20688. Memorial contributions can be made to: Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, Solomons, Md. 20688. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.
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Add Some Bling to Your Wardrobe By Madaleine Buckley Contributing Writer “I've always liked bling. People notice you a lot more when you have a sparkly shirt.” These are the words of Regi Quinn, who started Regi’s Rhinestone Shoppe four years ago. Since then, she has been providing “bling”- products decorated with rhinestones- to people throughout southern Maryland and beyond. Quinn does not have a physical store, but instead conducts all her sales online. This allows her to reach more customers and display a wide variety of products. “She’ll do anything- sweatshirts, t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, Quinn considers this graduation cap to be one of the most tank tops, bags, even koozies,” interesting and unique requests she has received. said customer Leslie Grimes. “You name it, she’ll do it.” “We ordered warm-ups from a Some of her most popular products different company, and the company are her holiday shirts and Maryland botched the order,” Bradford said. “It crab shirts, but she makes so many in- was horrible. The president of the boostdividual designs that not even half are er club said we should contact Regi and on her website. see if she could fix them. She said ‘I can “Usually it's great if you need to try,’ and she totally redid it.” get a gift for somebody who has pretty According to Grimes, the materimuch everything,” Quinn said. “Obvi- als Quinn uses also make the shop stand ously it's kind of girly stuff, but it's al- out. ways great if you want to make a per“I've had other people buy me shirts sonal gift and put a special touch on it.” from stores, and they just don't compare Often Quinn is also commissioned to the quality and look,” Grimes said. to make shirts for athletic teams and “The quality of her stones is better than other groups. When doing these and anything you can find in a store, and the other custom orders, Quinn works with colors stand out more.” the customer and designs the pattern Both Grimes and Bradford said the from scratch. quick service, “great prices,” and qual“I can call her and say this is what ity are what keeps them coming back. I want and she's like, ‘get your ideas.’ “My husband tries to stop from We go back and forth and she does ev- getting more because I order so much,” erything,” said Beckie Bradford, a fre- Grimes said. “It's kind of my family joke quent customer who orders products for that I'm cut off from ordering bling.” her daughter’s dance team. “She makes For more information, or to order it so easy. We can be done in literally 15 some bling, visit www.rhinestoneshopminutes.” pe.com. Unlike other companies offering similar products, Quinn does all of the contributing@countytimes.net work herself, not only designing the shirts but pressing them too. This allows her to ensure quality for every product.
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Entertainment
Believe And Dare to Dream at BADD Company Dance Studio By Madeleine Buckley Contributing Writer About 10 years ago, when Darci Niosi learned that her daughter’s dance studio was closing, she decided she would take matters into her own hands. Instead of finding a new place for her daughter to study, she opened a studio of her own: BADD Company Dance Studio (“Believe And Dare to Dream”), located in Owings. “We really wanted to have something different than what was already in the county,” said Erin Smart, who worked with Niosi to start the studio. “We wanted to make it not so competitive and more recreational as a place for kids to come and have fun.” But Niosi and Smart took yet another step to make the studio unique – they became focused on philanthropy. “We do a lot of charity work for Make-A-Wish Foundation,” Niosi said. “Also, I don’t take anything from the studio. Anything I receive from the studio goes to Make-A-Wish.” In fact, according to Smart, the studio has raised over $40,000 for Make-A-Wish. However, the dancers don’t only raise money for charities. They also do performances at retirement homes and at Children’s Hospital. “We decided that the kids are given a lot, and we would like to show them that not everyone is as fortunate as they are,” Niosi said. “So that’s why we take them to Children’s Hospital. It brings them down a little notch to a reality that
exists somewhere else.” In addition to classes and charity work, the studio puts on a full recital each year that allows each of the dance classes to perform. “[The recitals] are all spectacular because we’re such a production studio. Our props are just off the charts,” Niosi said. “We like to make every child a star or feel like a star in the wings.” Each year the recital has a theme, which ties all of the dances together. “We did a traveling theme one year that was kind of a play, with a main character who traveled around the world,” Smart said. “We’ve also done a circus theme, which I loved, and then last year was our 10th anniversary. It was a big party, and I think that was my favorite one.” The theme for this year’s recital remains under wraps until the spring. But in the meantime, the dancers will continue learning and serving with BADD.” For more information about the studio, or to rent a room at the studio, visit www.baddcompanydance.com. contributing@countytimes.net Photos courtesy of BADD Company Dance Studio’s Facebook page
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Out&About January Month Long The Alumni Players presents Contempt of Court Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 225 Alexander St., Solomons – Jan. 30-31, Feb. 6-7 The Alumni Players of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Solomons, Md. invite you to their latest comedy offering, “Contempt of Court,” playing Jan. 30 and 31 and Feb. 6 and 7. Tickets are $35 each, which includes the performance, buffet dinner, beer, wine and soft drinks. Call 410-231-1003 to reserve you tickets today! Artists In Action: Artists in their natural habitats Annmarie Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby - Jan. 17 to March 3 Annmarie’s spectacular Main Gallery will be transformed into artist studios, providing a serene retreat and experimental space for artists to develop new works, display and sell their work, to network with other artists, and to share their creative process with visitors. Come observe artists as they work in their temporary studios at the Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center. Visitors can watch, learn, interact and ask questions and even in some cases, become engaged in the project. All artists have been asked to create a handson experience for guests. Some options include inviting guests to experiment with your materials and/or process, or to design a collaborative work of art that guests will help create. For additional information call 410-326-4640. Annual Giant Gently Used Book Sale Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick It is that time of year again! The Annual Giant Gently Used Book Sale hosted by Friends of Calvert Library will begin with a members-only preview night on Thursday, Jan. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. You can join at the door with $10 for an individual and $15 for a family membership. The sale opens to the public on Friday, Jan. 9 from noon to 3 p.m. and will also be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is in the meeting rooms at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick and there will be thousands of books in good to excellent condition. The proceeds of the sale are used by the Friends of the Library to provide financial support to many of the events and workshops the library offers and to enable the library to offer services and products beyond the reach of tax dollars. For more information call 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Nature Nuts! Flag Ponds Nature Park, Lusby, - 9 a.m. Please call 410-535-5327 for more information. Artworks@7th’s 2015 Celebration Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Jan. 8 to Jan. 31 Artworks@7th will welcome 2015 with a special two month extravaganza to thank and celebrate our valued friends and customers, both current and new, and featuring works by all the Gallery’s talented and acclaimed artists. Beginning Jan. 8 and running through to Jan. 31, the Gallery artists will feature special event reduced pricing on select works and popular favorites. They will follow that up in February with another special group show featuring all new works never before displayed in the Gallery. This special follow-up show will run from Feb. 5 thru March 1. So come on out
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and peruse the distinctive works, both old and new, of the Gallery’s creative and talented local artists – you might just find that special piece of jewelry, pottery, fabric, sculpture, painting, photograph, or other unique work of art that you have been looking for. There will be an Opening Reception with complimentary refreshments on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 1 to 5 p.m. Gallery Hours are Thursday thru Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our telephone number is 410-286-5278 or you can visit our website at artworksat7th.com. CSM Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery: Erin Wiersma, Liminal Territories College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata - Jan. 26 to March 20 Erin Wiersma’s current work explores what exists beyond the edges of the surface, beyond the image itself. In these new drawings she seeks to address the liminal within her work to reconnect with the performance of making, seeking a confluence between the spiritual and material aspects of being. The gallery is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday; and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wiersma will discuss her work at a Gallery Talk on Feb. 10. Admission is free. For more information please email bxoffc@csmd. edu, call 301-934-7828, or visit csmd.edu/ Arts/HungerfordGallery.html. CSM Open Auditions for Spring Productions College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata - 6 p.m., Jan. 26 to 27 The College of Southern Maryland will hold auditions for All Out and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Prepare a one-minute monologue. Performances will take place between March 15 and April 26. Please email HHight@csmd.edu, call 301-934-7828, or visit csmd.edu/Arts for more information. CSM Children¹s Theatre: Treasure Island College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata 7 p.m., Jan. 30. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Jan. 31. Treasure Island is the story of a stunning yarn of piracy on the tropical seas. At the center of it all are young Jim Hawkins, a 14-year-old boy who longs for adventure, and the infamous Long John Silver, who is a complex study of good and evil, perhaps the most famous hero-villain of all time. Cost is $7 for adults and seniors, and $5 for youth. For more information please email bxoffc@csmd.edu, call 301-934-7828, or visit csmd.edu/Arts.
Thursday, Jan. 8 Lyme Disease Support and Discussion Group Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall – 2 to 3 p.m. The sequel “Emergence” follows up the award-winning documentary, “Under Our Skin”. This film takes the viewer on a journey from horror to hope. It covers the disease’s persistence and reach, promising new research, and conflicts that continue to impede progress. We revisit the characters from Under Our Skin as they emerge into better health, reclaiming their lives and dignity, and offering hope to the legions now suffering. Reserve your seat by contacting 301-475-4002, Ext. 1001.
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Community Events American Legion Post 221 Monthly Meeting American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 8 p.m. American Legion Post 221 invites all active duty personnel and veterans to join us for our monthly meeting, normally on the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. This month’s meeting will be conducted on Jan. 8 due to the New Year’s day holiday being on Jan. 1. Visit our website at alpost221.webs.com or e-mail us at alpost221@netscape.net. Call 301-884-4071 for more information.
Friday, Jan. 9 Health Presentation and Blood Pressure Screenings Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall – 1 to 2 p.m. Free Blood Pressure checks are available at all Senior Activity Centers. Anyone wishing to have their blood pressure checked is welcome to stop by. No appointment necessary. Ham and Cabbage Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Master Chef Kenny will present his world-famous ham and cabbage entrée with all the trimmings, salad and beverage. The cost is $10. Public welcome. Call 301-8556466for more information.
Saturday, Jan. 10 Country Dance American Legion, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 8 p.m. to midnight Time to Boogie, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One-hour lessons commence at 7 p.m. followed by dancing from 8 p.m. until midnight. The Modest price of $15 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public welcome. For information call 301-855-6466 or visit ALpost206.org. Asbury Solomons Retirement Community Sale Asbury Solomons Retirement Community, 11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Asbury Solomons Retirement Community Sale will be held in the auditorium and other marked sites in the building. The sale will include Betty’s Closet a resale of gently used clothing and accessories. The library committee will have books and CDs at a fabulous price. Granny’s Treasures will be selling housewares, furniture and miscellaneous items. All proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Care Fund. For more information please call 410-394-3483. Contra Dance 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 Elgin Perry, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10. The doors open at 7 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 for the whole family! If you’ve ever danced a Virginia Reel or been to a Square Dance, you
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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 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 smtmd.org.
Sunday, Jan. 11 “Winter Birds and Tundra Specialists at PAX River Airfield” Leader: Kyle Rambo Patuxent River Naval Air Station, 8 a.m. – noon Join us to search the tundra like airfield for winter birds such as Snow Buntings, Lapland Longspurs, Short-eared Owls, Horned Larks, Savannah Sparrows and a possible Wilson’s Snipe and Peregrine Falcon. Trip limited to 10 participants so pre-register with Kyle Rambo at 301-757-0005 or kyle.rambo@ navy.mil. Must bring a photo ID and meet at gate #1 Visitor Parking Lot. All You Can Eat Fall Breakfast American Legion 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach - 8 to 11 a.m. On a chilly morning, start off the day with a hearty breakfast including hot cakes, sausage, scrapple, bacon, scrambled eggs, home fries, biscuits, fruit, and chip beef. Hosted by the American Legion 206 Auxiliary from 8 to 11 a.m. in the upper level Dining Hall in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Adults- $10; kids 6-12- $5; kids under 6- free. Bloody Mary’s will be available for a nominal charge. Public welcome. For information call 301-855-6466 or visit ALpost206.org.
Monday, Jan. 12 Monday Morning Movies and More. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick – 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for a movie and a story! For more information please call 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or visit calvertlibrary.info. Pax River Quilters Guild Good Samaritan Lutheran Church, 20850 Langley Rd., Lexington Park - 6:30 p.m. January’s meeting will features a “SewIn”. We will be working on comfort quilts for those in need. New members and guest welcome. Open to the public. For more info, visit paxriverquiltguild.com, email juliagraves82@hotmail.com or call 240-925-5200.
Tuesday, Jan. 13 Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., 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. For more information please call 410326-5289 or visit calvertlibrary.info. Italian Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Particular about your Food? Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion in Chesapeake Beach, you get the Real Thing. Serving from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the $10 price tag includes sides, salad, beverage, and roll. Public welcome. For information call 301-855-6466.
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Library Events January – All Month
• Art in the Stacks-Sue Belmore Watercolor Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way
Scenes of Southern Maryland, 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
Thursday, Jan. 8 • Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 to 11 a.m. Meet new friends and hear old stories OR meet old friends and hear new stories on local history in a relaxed, fun atmosphere! 410-257-2411
• Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:30 a.m. Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. 410-326-5289
• Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale Preview Night Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 5 to 7 p.m.
Preview night/reception for Friends of the Library Members. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th – 6th grade students are invited to this series of events which uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading! Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack will be provided. This month’s topic: Roll Over Beethoven. 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, Jan. 9 • Friends of Library Gently Used Book Sale Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – noon to 3 p.m. Thousands of used books available at great prices. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• 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, Jan. 10 • Friends of Library Gently Used Book Sale
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thousands of used books available at great prices. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Chess Saturdays at the Library Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 a.m. to noon
Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts—please join us (with or without your own chess set) at the library the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! Please register. 410-257-2411
• Playtime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2101
• Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 to 10:45 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
• Learn Mahjongg Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 3 p.m.
• Full STEAM Ahead Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Interact with books, crafts and experiments while exploring the skills of science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). Ages 4-7. Adults are encouraged to participate with their child. Registration is required and opens one month before each event. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Book Discussion Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Empty Mansions” by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark Newell, Jr. The mysterious life of Huguette Clark and the spending of a great American fortune. 410-257-2411
Tuesday, Jan. 13 • 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, Jan. 14 • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 a.m. to 1 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
• PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:20 to 10:50 a.m.
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! 410-326-5289
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
• Paws to Read Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2 to 4 p.m.
• JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m.
Children read to furry friends and they listen! This event is for beginning and reluctant readers. Reading with a trained therapy dog is a great way for children to improve their reading skills and confidence. www.therapypetsunlimited.org. Please register. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Monday, Jan. 12 • Monday Morning Movies & More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11 a.m.
Bring the little ones for a movie and a story! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• 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
Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Memoirs & Creative Writing Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Join author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie as she encourages the art of creative memoir writing. Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your piece of memoir, 500-800 words, to work on and share with the group. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Thursday, Jan. 15 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. 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
• T.A.C.O.S. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 5 to 6 p.m.
For teens (those of you ages 13-19) - Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things! Join T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students). Help make Calvert Library awesome! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• 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: Construction. Please register. 410-257-2411
• Teen Open Mic Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Teens! Express your inner (or outer) stardom and join us for Teen Open Mic Night. Sing, dance, recite your poetry, do stand-up. Ages 13-18. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Friday, Jan. 16 • 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, Jan. 17 • Garden Smarter: No Till Gardening Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Put away your rototiller and shovel. Save time and carbon using the no-till method of preparing your garden. Be on the cutting edge of this growing trend. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Playtime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2101
For more information, visit calvert.lib. md.us
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