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Paws to Read is an event at Calvert Library that allows beginning and reluctant readers to come read to a trained therapy dog. There will be another Paws to Read event on Jan. 17 at the Calvert Library Southern Branch in Solomons.
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The Calvert Education Association (CEA), in conjunction with the Calvert Association of Educational Support Staff (CAESS) held their first ever legislative dinner on Jan. 12 at Adams Ribs in Prince Frederick.
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Incendiary Fire at Middle School
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer During the Jan. 13 Board of County Commissioner meeting, the BOCC approved a change to the county code that provides for Deputy Sheriffs formally trained and designated as Field Training Officers (FTO) and assigned a probationary deputy to be eligible for FTO pay of $1 per hour while actually performing FTO duties. The training period is normally 60 work days. Office of Personnel Director Gail Bourdon made the presentation to the BOCC. According to information available on the Calvert County website “qualified Deputy Sheriffs are entitled to receive an $1 for each hour they directly instruct and supervise a probationary deputy during the initial field training period for a probationary deputy. The $1per hour shall not be paid for hours when the Field Training Officer (“FTO”) or probationary deputy are on leave or not working the same schedule…In order to qualify, a Deputy Sheriff must be formally trained and designated by the Sheriff as an FTO and assigned a probationary deputy within the guidelines of the Sheriff’s Office’s FTO program. No FTO shall receive FTO pay after her/
his assigned probationary deputy is released to perform independent duties. Only one FTO shall receive the FTO pay per trainee per hour.” The BOCC approved the changes unanimously. Assistant Sheirff Dave McDowell came to the meeting to thank the BOCC for approving the changes, assuring them that the FTOs are chosen from “the cream of the crop.” For more information, visit www.co.cal.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Deputy Involved in Five-Car Collision By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer A five-car crash occurred on Jan. 6 at 1:18 p.m. along southbound Route 4 in the area of Bowie Shop Road. According to a statement from police, the driver at fault for the accident was Joseph Angle, of Upper Marlboro, who was operating a 2015 Nissan Altima. According to police, Angle switched from lane one to lane two and subsequently collided his Altima into a marked patrol car in a sideswipe type collision. Deputy Bare, of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, was operating the patrol car. The Altima then struck the back of a 2013 Toyota Venza, which was operated by Diane Bowles, of Huntingtown. The collision sent her vehicle into the median before coming to a stop. The Altima continued south and struck the rear bumper of a 2008 Honda Civic, which was operated by Lynn Taylor, of Prince Frederick. The contact with the Honda was extensive enough to push the Honda into the rear of a 2006 Ford van, operated by Kyle McMaster, of California, Md. The Honda came to a stop in the median against the guardrail and the Ford came to a halt in lane two. The operators of the Toyota and Honda were transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital, where they were treated for their injuries they sustained during the collision. The driver of Altima was transported to Washington Hospital Center, where he was admitted for his injuries. Police indicate the cause of the five-car collision was due to the driver of the Altima falling asleep behind the wheel of his car. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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On Jan. 7 at 2:25 p.m., 5 firefighters from the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department responded to John Hanson Middle School, in Waldorf, for a report of a fire in one of the restrooms in the middle school. The fire originated in a trashcan in the boy’s restroom and caused an estimated $50 in damage to the contents. According to Deputy Fire Marshal Melissa Decker, who responded to the scene, a student discovered the fire and the staff quickly extinguished the blaze. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Southern Region, at 443-550-6834. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Police Engage In 100-Mph Pursuit Driver Threatened To Commit Suicide
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On Jan. 6, police engaged in a 100-mph pursuit in order to stop a woman who threatened to commit suicide. According to a release given by Captain Todd Ireland, of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, the Calvert County Control Center received a 911 call at 12:13 p.m. from a man who stated his 70-year-old mother was not taking her medication and had threatened to take her own life. The caller stated he was following his mother along Route 260 in the area of Jewell Road and was attempting to convince her to pull her car over. The caller was driving a red Kia; his mother was operating a white Toyota Corolla. The caller followed his mother as she turned south on Md. Route 2 and continued to southbound of Md. Route 4. Deputy Durner, of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, located the white Toyota and attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Md. Route 2 along Md. Route 4. The driver of the Toyota refused to pull over and accelerated her vehicle, according to the release. Police stated Durner then called out that he was engaging in a pursuit and advised that the vehicle was reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph. Trooper Follin assisted Durner in the pursuit; he was the closest unit to Durner and took over communications with the Calvert Control Center. Follin was calling out the speeds and locations of the Toyota and fellow deputies were setting up a method of stopping the fleeing vehicle before it reached the heavily congested area of the Prince Frederick Town Center. The Toyota reached the crossover south of MF Bowen Road and began to drive on the shoulder of the road in order to pass vehicles in the travel lane. The Toyota subsequently crashed into a BMW SVU, hitting it on the passenger’s side. The flee-
ing vehicle continued to drive up an embankment and then down into the travel portion of southbound Md. Route 4 before the vehicle came to an abrupt stop, according to the statement from police. Deputies approached the Toyota to check on the sole occupant, but were unable to see inside the vehicle due to the curtain airbags, which had been deployed during the crash. The driver of the Toyota began to climb out of the driver’s door window, which was covered with broken glass, according to the release. According to the statement, the driver of the Toyota informed police “they were going to have to shoot her.” Deputies were able to keep the woman inside her Toyota in the driver’s seat until medical personnel arrived on the scene to tend to her, according to the release. Captain Ireland stated the collision was “extremely violent” and both vehicles involved in the crash were destroyed. Two people from Chesapeake Beach occupied the BMW; the driver of the BMW was able to get herself out of the vehicle; however, the front-seat passenger had to be extricated by members of the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. The driver of the Toyota also had to be extricated from her vehicle. All three occupants were transferred to Calvert Memorial Hospital where they were treated for their injuries. The driver of the fleeing vehicle was charged with multiple traffic violations, a request for reexamination of the driver was completed and an emergency petition for a medical evaluation was completed. All traffic southbound of Route 4 was diverted onto Plum Point Road with the assistance of the Maryland State Highway Administration until the roadway could be reopened, according to the release. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Library Friends Host Annual Booksale The Friends of Calvert Library held the annual winter book sale Jan. 8 to 11. The book sales are held regularly during the year and proceeds go to Calvert County libraries. For more information, visit folcalvert.org or calvert.lib. md.us. Photos by Sarah Miller
Does your child struggle with reading? Come out to Paws to Read at Calvert Library, an event allowing beginning and reluctant readers to come read to a trained therapy dog. According to the Calvert Library website, “reading with a trained therapy dog is a great way for children to improve their reading skills and confidence.” Children are encouraged to read a book to one of the therapy dogs brought in for the event. They also get some time to play with the dog and to talk to the dog’s handler. According to information from Calvert Library, “by sitting beside and reading to a dog, all threats of being judged disappear. The dog is not going to interrupt when a word is mispronounced. The child can relax, pat the attentive dog and focus on reading. Not only does the child’s reading improve, his/her self-esteem builds and the act of reading becomes associated with something pleasant. While geared to helping children, Paws to Read also enriches the dog owners by giving them an opportunity to give back to the community.” The first Paws to Read event was held on Jan. 10 at the Prince Frederick Library. An-
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other event will be held at the Calvert Library Southern Branch on Jan. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, visit calvertlibrary.info or www.therapypetsunlimited.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Cops & COURTS By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Friday Jan. 9, Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Marjorie Clagett sentenced Aimee Warhurst, 36, of Chesapeake Beach, to 35 years, but suspended all but 12 years at the Division of Correction for the charges of seconddegree rape and conspiracy to sexually abuse a minor – continuing course of conduct. The victim in the case was the defendant’s stepsister. Aimee Warhurst abused her stepsister over a course of five years. The abuse began when her stepsister came to live with the defendant and the defendant’s now deceased husband, John Grady Warhurst, when she was 13-years-old. The defendant, along with her late husband, was indicted in November of 2013. The couple has a three-year-old daughter, Jordan. John Grady Warhurst committed suicide Sept. 26, 2014; he was a 21-year veteran of the Prince George’s County Police Department. Christopher Mooney, Aimee Warhurst’s attorney, described his client as a “very delicate, gentle and honest person.” Mooney’s defense tactics consisted of describing the defendant’s deceased husband as “controlling” and the main perpetrator in the abuse of Aimee’s stepsister, as well as previous romantic relationships and her childhood. Mooney stated his client’s parents divorced when she was two years old and the defendant felt “abandoned” by her mother. Mooney then stated to the court that his client was raped at age 14, then from ages 20 to 22, she was involved in a physically abusive relationship, where she was allegedly forced to perform “sex acts.” Warhurst ended
her for therapy in January of 2014 and saw the defendant weekly until September 2014. Dr. Walters gave her professional opinion about Aimee Warhurst, but Judge Clagett ruled the psychiatrist was not qualified to give an opinion regarding whether or not the defendant would be a harm to herself or society. Dr. Walters did not perform any forensic testing, which is used to determine issues such as, the likelihood of re-offending or if the defendant is seen as a danger to society. Dr. Walters described Aimee as “childlike,” but then stated the defendant was “competent and came to therapy accepting full responsibility.” Following the witness statements, Mooney requested his client not serve any jail time, but have an “extended period of five years on home detention.” “Home detention will allow her to receive the rehabilitation,” he stated. Calvert County Assistant State’s Attorney Kathryn Marsh prosecuted the case and argued each point Mooney presented in his defense. “It gives the impression the defendant is the only one left holding the bag. This wasn’t somebody who just stood by. There are some victims in this case and the defendant is not one. To let the defendant go back to that house as if nothing happened is offensive,” Marsh said to the court. “When this defendant thought no one was looking, her conduct was to abuse her sister over and over again. The acts were committed over and over again while her daughter [Jordan] was present.” Marsh also stated the defendant took “topless photos” of the victim during a trip to New York, which John War-
Man Sentenced to 18 Months for First-Degree Burglary On Friday, Jan. 9, Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark Chandlee sentenced Dustin Dietz, 32, of Joppa, Md. to 18 months at the Calvert County Detention Center for first-degree burglary. Calvert County Assistant State’s Attorney Kathryn Marsh argued the defendant caused the victims in the case “a loss of security” and stole items that had “deep sentimental value.” Marsh also stated the defendant has no “longterm career goals” and seemed incapable of living a drug-free lifestyle. Del Lynch, of the Public Defender’s Office, represented Dietz and argued his client had “short-term career goals” and he was drug-free for four to five years. Lynch stated his client became addicted to pills and subsequently heroin. Dietz stated he was taking the pills due to depression and said the medication “changed” him. “He is eager to get some treatment…he has tried to better himself; he is just facing these demons,” Lynch said to the court. Lynch also said his client would require maintenance and aftercare.
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the relationship and moved to Annapolis, Md to live with her biological mother when she was 22. The defense then stated his client’s first marriage was also physically abusive, but Warhurst divorced her husband. Aimee Warhurst met John Warhurst shortly after her divorce. Mooney stated his client was “swept off her feet” by her second husband. However, Mooney then stated quickly after their marriage, the deceased became “emotionally abusive.” “It was mind games. It got to the point [John] didn’t want to do anything unless it was with other women,” Mooney said to the court. “[Aimee] would come home to find strange women in her bed with her husband,” Mooney continued. During the hearing, the defense called three witnesses to the stand. The first witness was Donna Hamilton-White, the defendant’s neighbor. White stated she knew the defendant for eight and a half years and gave the defendant high praises. “Aimee’s not just a good mother, she’s a fantastic mother. I hope she will be given a chance to raise her daughter. I’m very glad and very blessed Aimee is my neighbor.” The second witness was Marian Forshee, the defendant’s stepmother, who asked the court to “have mercy” on her daughter. “Aimee has made some poor choices… there will not be a single day she doesn’t regret her decisions. I pray her child will not grow up feeling abandoned by her mother,” Forshee said to the court. The third and final witness for the defense was Dr. Randi Walters, who is a psychotherapist. Dr. Walters stated the defendant came to
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“The more support we can provide him, the better he will be and the better the community will be,” he continued. “I’m really sorry about all this. I have lost so much. I can’t even see my kids; I can only talk to them on the phone,” Dietz said to the court. “All I want is some help; I need some help,” he continued. “You’re a really good example of how drug addiction is a cancer. It’s probably a good thing you won’t be around your kids,” Judge Chandlee said to the defendant. “No one should feel unsafe in their homes and it’s sad people have to worry about people breaking into their homes because of [an addiction to drugs.] You, unfortunately, are going to have to think about the decisions you made.” Judge Chandlee sentenced Dietz to 15 years at the Division of Correction, but suspended the sentence to 18 months at the Calvert County Detention Center. The defendant was ordered to pay $5,557.53 in restitution to the victims in the case. Dietz was also ordered to participate in the JSAP program, which is designed for inmates with a drug addiction. lauren@somdpublishing.net
hurst was not present for. Marsh also presented evidence via text messages, which showed the defendant saying “you wanted it” to the victim and advised the victim not to tell anyone about the abuse. The victim was present during the hearing and gave a statement to the court. “What was done to me forever changed my life. My adolescence was completely taken from me. She hurt me in a way I would have never imagined possible.” Aimee Warhurst was also able to give a statement and became extremely emotional during her testimony. “No words can describe to you how sorry I am. I loved you since the day you were born. I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to forgive myself for the hurt I caused you. All I can do now is tell you how truly, truly sorry I am. These poor choices have caused a lifetime of punishment.” Judge Clagett stated in her 20-year career as a judge this sentencing was “one of the most difficult.” “I don’t have a sense as to what your makeup is; there are so many sides of you,” the judge said to the defendant. “I don’t want to put any individual in jeopardy of you,” she continued. Judge Clagett sentenced the defendant to an active sentence of 12 years at the Division of Correction. The defendant will be on lifetime probation and will be registered as a lifetime sex offender. Judge Clagett ordered the defendant to complete a psychosexual evaluation; she recommended the defendant be transferred to the Patuxent Institute for her incarceration. lauren@somdpublishing.net
Juvenile Charged in Stabbing By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 7:55 p.m. patrol troopers from the Maryland State Police (MSP) Prince Frederick Barrack responded to the area of Bandera Lane and Catalina Drive in Lusby for a reported fight between two women. According to a press release from the MSP Criminal Enforcement Division, Central South Region, as troopers arrived on scene they found a female, who was identified by police as Kayla Marie Wallace, 19, suffering from numerous stab wounds to the upper chest and lower abdominal area. The second victim, who was not stabbed, was identified as Hali Lynn Marie Gribble, 20. Both women are of Chesapeake Beach. According to the press release, a 16-year old female was identified as the suspect in the stabbing. The juvenile was located at her residence and transported to the Prince Frederick Barrack for further questioning. She was charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault and trans-
ported to the Calvert County Detention Center. According to the statement from police, the two women were transported to a local hospital and treated for their injuries. Wallace was then transported to a local trauma center for further treatment; at this time, Wallace’s injuries are non-life threatening, according to the press release. Investigators from the MSP Criminal Enforcement Division, Central South Region, responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. MSP Crime Scene Technician from the MSP Forensic Science Division also responded to process the scene, according to the press release. The investigation was conducted in collaboration with the MSP Prince Frederick Barrack, MSP Forensic Science Division, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division and the Calvert County States Attorney’s Office, according to the release. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Board of Education Discuss New Hires in Schools By Sarah Miller Staff Writer
The Calvert County Public Schools Board of Education (BOE) got an extensive update on the latest numbers for new teacher hires in the county during their first meeting of the year on Jan. 8. The meeting started with nominations of officers. Sitting member Tracy H. McGuire was nominated as president of the board, and new member Pamela Cousins was nominated as vice-president. Calvert County Public Schools hired sixty-nine teachers for the 2014-2015 school year, 48 percent of whom had experience teaching in another state or Maryland school district. According to Director of Human Resources Victoria Karol, the school system’s challenge for the 2015-2016 school year will be ensuring that highly qualified, content certified teachers are in every classroom as the system seeks to adjust staffing in light of declining enrollment and fiscal constraints. In the 2014-2015 school year, 51 percent of newly hired teachers graduated from a Maryland college or university, 39 percent of new hires have earned a Master’s degree, and three percent have earned a doctorate, 84 percent are female, sixteen
percent are male and 42 percent are graduates of Calvert County Public Schools. “In Calvert County, we strive to hire the very best,” said Supervisor of Human Resources Laveeta Hutchins. According to a CCPS press release, “Because CCPS traditionally attracts a large number of applicants, recruitment focuses on attracting individuals to teach in critical need areas—including all areas of special education, speech language pathology, middle and high school mathematics, middle and high school sciences, world languages, ESOL, computer science, and career and technology education—and on diverse applicants in all areas. Representatives of the Human Resources Department attend recruitment consortiums in Maryland and Pennsylvania and participate in on-campus recruitment visits and consortium career fairs that focus specifically on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.” During the public comment portion of the meeting, one Calvert parent spoke up about their concerns that budget cuts will mean higher student to teacher ratios in the classroom and
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the effect it will have on students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP). During his report to the board, Superintendent Daniel Curry addressed the concern. “In the end, every IEP has to be honored,” he said. For more information, visit www.calvertnet.k12.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Educators Talk About Challenges in Coming Years
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Calvert Education Association (CEA), in conjunction with the Calvert Association of Educational Support Staff (CAESS) held their first ever legislative dinner on Jan. 12 at Adams Ribs in Prince Frederick. “I know if you’re here this evening, you care about education,” said CEA President Debbie Russ during her welcoming statements. The discussion covered three topics - investing in education, implementing the Common Core and protecting time to learn and time to teach. Sunderland Elementary School teacher and CEA board member Dona Ostenso spoke about the need for continued and increased funding for schools. “It’s a myth that you can do more with less,” Ostenso said. When talking about the Common Core, teachers in the room said they don’t dislike the curriculum, but they worry
about the number of things being implemented all at once, including the PARCC test, new learning standards and new teacher evaluations which are tied into student performance on standardized tests. “We cannot afford to take risks with a high stakes evaluation,” said Sunderland Elementary fourth grade teacher Linda Hampshire, adding that teachers are afraid to be innovative or can’t take time to go more in depth on specific topics because it may negatively affect standardized test scores. Some teachers in the group worry that students are being tested too often and it’s negatively affecting them because they are stressed and comparing themselves to their peers constantly. “We’re testing the kids all the time,” said CEA member Carol Howard. The ever-increasing number of duties and responsibilities, for both the students and teachers, feed into the need to protect time for students to learn and teachers to prepare. Right now, teachers and students use their lunch periods and personal time before and after school to go
over areas students are struggling in, said Huntingtown High School teacher Beth Megonigal. The money needs to be available to hire support staff and get the needed technology into schools. “The idea that we can do it all is absolutely impossible,” Megonigal said. A number of local and state representatives came out to the legislative dinner, including Maryland State Board of Education member Guffrie Smith, all five members of the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners, Delegates Tony O’Donnell and Mark Fisher, Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller and representatives from the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
American Legion Seeks Oratorical Competition Participants By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The American Legion Post 274 is welcoming all high school students to participate in the annual oratorical competition in Lusby. “This is one of the best programs that any of the veterans organizations deals with,” said longtime competition coordinator Ed Miller. At the beginning of the school year Ed and his wife, Carol Miller, went to each high school in Calvert to get the word out. In the past, the competition has included students from public and private schools, in addition to home-schooled students, Carol said. The competition will have two sections - a prewritten speech, lasting between eight and 10 minutes, and an impromptu speech, lasting three to five minutes.
The prewritten speech must be memorized, Ed said. The competition gives students poise and confidence to speak in front of crowds, Carol said. It also gives them a chance to win cash prizes and scholarships. Students will not be allowed to use notes or any sort of props during their presentations. Students will be told what the possible topics will be for the impromptu speeches, but not which topic they will be given. They will be given five minutes to prepare during the competition before giving their impromptu speeches, Ed said. The competition is scheduled for Jan. 24, with a snow date scheduled on Jan. 31. For more information, email Carol at carolmiller9188@ gmail.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Flu Season Expected to be Worse than Last Year Flu Vaccinations Encouraged
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The influenza (flu) season can typically begin as early as October and last until March. The flu virus is considered an unstable virus and the flu strain changes frequently, which is why the public is encouraged to receive a flu vaccination each year. According to Calvert County Health Officer Dr. Lawrence Polsky, the flu vaccination is created six months prior to the flu season. Polsky stated an area of major concern is Southeast Asia because the majority of all flu strains in the United States originate from poultry, which is farmed extensively in Southeast Asia. This year’s strain of flu is called H3N2. “The H3N2 is an A-strain, for human beings, it is almost always an A or a B-strain. Right now, the A-strain, the H3N2, is predominate,” Polsky explained. “It’s a strain that’s typically a bit more aggressive and tends to cause more severe cases of flu than in some other years,” he continued. Polsky stated the majority of deaths from the flu virus occur in the month of January; however, there have been no reported deaths in Calvert County. On a national level, there have been 26 deaths for children, but there have been no reported fatalities in Maryland. Director of Disease Surveillance and Response, Sharon Nazarek, said Calvert Memorial Hospital recorded having 699 Photo by Sarah Miller patients who had flu-like symptoms from Sept. 29, 2014 through RN Sharon Nazarek, RN Nichole Klecz, Health Officer Lawrence Polsky, RN Erica Hall and RN Laurie Tillman are ready to help. Jan. 3. Polsky said 80 to 90 percent of flu cases occur in the month billion is medical cost. On average, there are 40 to 70 million lost days of work. An estimated of December and early January. “On an average year in Calvert County, about 10,000 people in the county will get the flu. $135 is lost each day for each employee due to the flu virus. If you wish to have a flu shot, the Calvert County Health Department is offering free vacciNot all of them will get horribly sick because like any infection there are variations. There are some people who may just feel crummy for a couple of days, but nothing really bad, other people nations, while supplies last, for pre-K to 12 grade students now through March. The vaccinations will end up in the intensive care unit. If everybody got vaccinated then that number would prob- will cost $20 for adults; cash, check, VISA or MasterCard are accepted. The vaccinations are available every Monday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and Thursday from 8:30 ably be less than 1,000 people,” he explained. Polsky encourages the pubic to be vaccinated and said people should have their vaccinations to 10 a.m. The Health Department is also holding a flu clinic Jan. 22 from 4-7 p.m. Medicare Part B by early November. Polsky said in a typical year only 35 to 40 percent of people are vaccinated. “To me, it’s the socially responsible thing to do; it’s the ethical thing to do. We talk a lot is accepted. The Calvert County Health Department is located at 975 Solomons Island Road on the about heroes and doing things for others – this is a very, very small sacrifice to make. There is self-interest in it because the individual gets protection, but it’s a very small sacrifice to keep campus of Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. other people healthy and it’s just a shame people aren’t willing to do that on a regular basis,” he lauren@somdpublishing.net explained. Polsky explained how the flu vaccination itself does not kill the flu, but instead the vaccine stimulates the immune system in order to produce antibodies, which will attack and kill the flu before the virus has a chance to infect Publisher Thomas McKay the body. Associate Publisher Eric McKay “From the time you get your vaccine until the time your body can make enough antibodies to defect it is usually two to three weeks,” he explained. Designer Kasey Russell Parents are highly encouraged to have their children vaccinated because Office Manager Tobie Pulliam kids spread germs more rapidly than adults. Advertising sales@somdpublishing.net “When a six year old sneezes every droplet that comes out has about 10 Email info@somdpublishing.net times more viral particles than if I had the flu and I sneezed,” Polsky explained. Nazarek said they were able to provide free vaccinations at 17 schools Phone 301-373-4125 in Calvert County, private schools were included as well. The Heath Department provides free vaccinations for elementary school aged children. Staff Writers “This is our fourth year. We really encourage parents to take advantage Lauren Procopio Law Enforcement of that program,” she said. Sarah Miller Government, Community Disease Surveillance and Response Nurse, Erica Hall, said they were able to vaccinate 33 percent of students in the public school system and 44 perContributing Writers cent of students in private schools. Hall said the percentage for public school Laura Joyce participation was up from last year’s participation of 29 percent. Susan Shaw Nazarek addressed the misconceptions regarding the flu vaccination. P. O. Box 250 • Hollywood, MD 20636 “A lot of people say, ‘Oh I got the flu from that vaccine’ and we try to The Calvert County Times is a weekly newspaper providing news and information for the residents of Calvert County. The Calvert County Times will be educate people and say, well, actually that is impossible because it’s a killed available on newsstands every Thursday. The paper is published by Southern Maryland Publishing Company, which is responsible for the form, content, and policies of the newspaper. The Calvert County Times does not espouse any political belief or endorse any product or service in its news coverage. virus. People complain about getting sick from the flu vaccine and I try to educate them to the best of my ability [because] that is really impossible. The To be considered for publication, articles and letters to the editor submitted must include the writer’s full name, address and daytime phone number. Subother thing about the vaccine is when people get [vaccinated], if they were to missions must be delivered by 4 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication to ensure placement for that week. After that deadline, the Calvert get sick, the severity of their illness will be decreased.” County Times will make every attempt possible to publish late content, but cannot guarantee so. Letters may be condensed/edited for clarity, although care is taken to preserve the core of the writer’s argument. 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Solomons Library Hosts First Book Buffet “Party of four? Right this way, please.” Words you normally hear in a restaurant, not a public library. Calvert Library Interim Southern Branch has created a unique program that blurs that line a bit. The first “Book Buffet” program was held in November with 21 people attending. Families participated in a lively discussion of The Days the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt all while enjoying a dinner brought in from a local restaurant and paid for by Friends of Calvert Library. The event was such a success that it will be repeated on Thursday, February 12 at 7pm using The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka. Melissa DeCesaris, Children’s Librarian cooked up the idea over the summer and worked hard to make it happen. DeCesaris said, “I wanted to bring back the traditional book discussion. No bells, no whistles, just great conversation about a book. I also wanted whole families to participate and to model what fun it could be to talk about books at the dinner table.” A copy of the book was checked out to each family that registered for the event so that they could read it together beforehand. Once the families arrived, they were greeted by a library hostess at a podium. She sat them at their seats and provided them with an activity placemat about the book. The room was set up as one large square table so that everyone was face to face and could actively participate in the discussion. A yellow paper “table cloth” covered the whole table arrangement encouraging everyone to creatively doodle and think outside the box, just like the message in The Day the Crayons Quit. Each place setting had a placemat, a pack of crayons or twistable. Each family also received a numbered card that they were told to keep face down until their number was called. Once everyone was seated with their food, each child was invited to share “the peach and the pit” of their day. Then the discussion began starting with question #1. Each family took turns reading their questions and answering. These questions served to prompt conversation and encourage both parent and child participation. There was a lot of laughter as participants retold their favorite part of the story. One set of siblings even bonded over learning that the other had been absent from school that day. What an opening that was. “See, that’s why it’s important to talk at the dinner table! You learn something new every day.” Everyone smiled in agreement and the conversation took off from there. Once finished eating, the group completed an illustration about the crayons while eating brownies for dessert. As the night concluded, each child went home with an assortment of chopped and peeled crayons with instructions on how to make their own crayon creation. On her way out the door, a parent said, “This was such a worthwhile event. When is the next one?” Another attendee chimed in eagerly, “yeah, what’s the next book?!” In case you have forgotten, it’s Thursday, February 12 at 7pm at Calvert Library Southern Branch with Jon Scieszka’s book The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs. For more information and to register, call Calvert Library at 410-326-5289.
Starting Anew Elections are over, the newly elected sworn in, first comes orientations before the business of the people can begin. Your Calvert County Board of County Commissioners has two new members; one with more county government experience and the other who will catch up following a longer learning curve. Besides having one full day of orientation about the various county departments within Calvert County, and soon to be another day getting into further details about the departments’ various divisions, much time will be spent about the budget, its process, schedule, and construction. Yet, there is more orientation that occurs for elected officials and is provided by an outside organization. The Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) is a non-profit and non-partisan organization that serves Maryland’s counties by articulating the needs of the local government to the Maryland General Assembly. State leaders recognize the organization’s effectiveness in advocating county issues, often deferring to MACo positions. Two annual (summer and winter) conferences occur. We just completed the winter conference whose theme was “The Road Ahead” specifically tailored to provide newly elected officials a host of information about their transition from private to public life. While the amount of information presented might seem like trying to drink water from a fire hose, the level of documentation, contact information, and exchanging ideas with others throughout the state is most valuable.
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Specifically provided during this conference was orientation on local government structures, budgeting, elected officials’ role in the media, and a mentoring session with veteran elected officials. Considering the desire by many citizens to see greater transparency within their local government, it certainly seems that becoming more aware of the issues facing the government officials would be helpful for the citizens. To that end, MACo provides a wealth of information that is readily available in many forms. Their primary web site is www.mdcounties.org. Please visit this site to begin a greater awareness. Besides this site, MACo has many communication tools such as a blog (which is a treasure of current information) called Conduit Street (conduitstreet.mdcounties.org). Additionally, the most current information can be accessed through Twitter (twitter.com/MDCounties) and Facebook. Better-informed citizens will always be helpful to those of us who serve in elected office. Your new board is seated, already working well together, and extends a Happy New Year and Best Wishes as we continue working together for the betterment of Calvert County. Evan K. Slaughenhoupt Jr. - Board Vice President (R) 3rd District Representative
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In Our Community Free Work-Appropriate Clothes for Women By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The Calvert County Commission for Women is sponsoring “Dress for Success” Saturday Jan. 17 from noon to 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The event will offer free work-appropriate clothes for women; members of the Commission for Women will be available to help attendees find the perfect attire. According to Margaret Dunkle, who chairs the Commission for Women, the commission’s goal for Dress for Success is to “help women enter or return to the workforce and be successful once they get there.” This event welcomes women of all ages, from college students to women who have retired and are starting a new career. The Calvert County Commis-
sion for Women partnered with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for this event. Dress for Success is free and open the public, Dunkle encourages attendees to arrive early to the event. Clothing donations are accepted at any time and if you wish to donate, contact Commission for Women member Jacqueline McCoy at 301-536-1836 or through email at calvertwomen@gmail. com. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located at 25 Church Street in Prince Frederick. For more information about the Calvert County Commission for Women, visit their website, www. calvertwomen.org. lauren@somdpublishing.net
Calvert Garden Club Announces Mini Grants
The Calvert Garden Club is pleased to announce a Mini Grant Program, designed to focus on natural resource preservation and conservation. This new program is designed to broaden the scope of the Calvert Garden Club’s efforts in supporting our community. Applicants must be local to Calvert County Maryland, be a non profit organization and the project focus must be on conservation of natural resources and the environment. Qualifying applicants may be selected to receive mini-grant funds in the amount of $100 up to $1,000. To apply for a mini grant, go to the Garden Club’s
web site www.calvertgardenclub.com and complete the Mini Grant Application. The application may be downloaded at the CGC Mini Grants tab. Completed applications are due by Feb. 1. Grant awards will be announced in March 2015. For over 60 years, the Calvert Garden Club has contributed to the community quietly and generously. The Mini Grant Program is a new community outreach established by the Club this year. For additional information, go to Calvert Garden Club’s web site www.calvertgardenclub.com or call 410-535 6168.
2015 Docent Program at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM) is accepting applications for its 2015 Docent Program. If you are a lifelong learner and would like to interact with the archaeologists, educators, and historians who bring Southern Maryland’s past to life the docent training program is for you. The seven-week training course will cover many topics including an introduction to archaeology, the War of 1812, JPPM's Indian Village, and much more! Once training is complete, docents further the educational mission of JPPM by offering high quality interpretive services for the public in support of annual programs. Docents receive our regular volunteer benefits including a “Friends of JPPM” family member-
ship, 10% discount at the Show Barn Museum Shop, Friends Newsletter and a discount on special event entry fees and workshops. The biggest benefit is the chance to work with some of Maryland’s top archaeologists and educators who are preserving our Southern Maryland heritage through JPPM programs. The training course will be on Wednesdays, January 28 through March 11, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. until 2 p.m. The $15 cost includes all course materials. Class size is limited and reservations are required. Interested applicants should contact Sarah Stevens at 410-586-8536 or email sarah.stevens@maryland.gov. For more information about Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum please visit our website at www.jefpat.org.
Senior Citizen News
SENIOR LIVING
Centers Closing Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Day. Meals on Wheels will deliver a frozen meal Friday, Jan. 16 for use on Monday. 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, February 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 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 301-8551170; North Beach Senior Center, 410-257-2549; Southern Pines Senior Center, 410-586-2748. 2015 Senior Arts Competition Are you 50 or older, live in Calvert County, and enjoy creating original works of art? Enter your artwork in this year’s Senior Arts Competition. There are various categories to choose from. Stop by your local senior center for a complete list of categories and the 2015 rules. Artwork will be accepted Wednesday, April 1, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Do you remember the theme songs to I Love Lucy or Welcome Back Kotter? Have fun remembering these and others at the Old TV Show Game, Friday, Jan. 16, 11:30 a.m. Watch the movie matinee, Martin Luther King, Jr., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 12:30 p.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Test your knowledge at Martin Luther King, Jr. Trivia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 10:30 a.m. Bring your guitar, banjo, mandolin or violing for a Jam Session, Wednesday, January 21, 12:30 p.m. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) 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. Have a slice of pie for National Pie Day, Friday, Jan. 23, 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 410535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, Jan. 19 CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY Tuesday, Jan, 20 Chicken Tarragon, Mashed Potatoes, Salad, Peas, Wheat Bread, Mandarin Oranges Wednesday, Jan. 21 Chili, Broccoli Salad, Cornbread, Sliced Peaches Thursday, Jan. 22 Sliced Turkey with Gravy, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Chicken Gumbo Soup, Cranberry Salsa, Wheat Bread, Tropical Fruit Friday, Jan. 23 Pepper Steak, Brown Rice, Oriental Salad, White Bread, Orange
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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.
Bessie Ann Lane, 80 Bessie Ann Lane, 80, of Solomons, Md. passed away on Jan. 5. Born Jan. 23, 1934 in Johnstown, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Vincent Joseph Peruzzi and Florence G. (Weller) Peruzzi. She attended Eastern High School in Washington, D.C. and married her husband, Robert A. Lane on May 3, 1952. Bessie was a member of the American Legion and the PrimeTimers at Southern Calvert Baptist Church. She loved dancing, arts and crafts, sewing, ceramics, taking cruises and traveling. Bessie is survived by her husband, Robert A. Lane; her daughter, Jennifer Lane Arnold and husband Thomas of Elizabeth City, N.C.; grandchildren, Kelly and Amy Hysan of Chesapeake Beach, Md.; and a special nephew, John Lane and wife Maria of Owings, Md.; and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert V. Lane. A memorial service was held on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 11 a.m. at Southern Calvert Baptist Church, Lusby. Interment was held on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to the Asbury-Solomons Benevolent Care Fund, Attn: Patrick O’Toole, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons, Md. 20688 or the Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter, 3701 Pender Dr., Suite 400, Fairfax, Va. 22030. Condolences to the family may be made at rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Maurice Thomas Downs, 82 Maurice Thomas Downs, 82, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away on Jan. 8, in Prince Frederick, Md. He was born on June 20, 1932 in Laban, Va. to the late Hattie Bell and Charlie Wilson Downs. Besides his parents, Maurice is also predeceased by his brother, Jennings Downs and his sister Virginia Adams. Maurice was raised in Mathews, Va. and went into the Coast Guard on Sept. 5, 1951. During his two and a half years in the service he served on the Diamond Shore Lightship. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Coast Guard on March 12, 1954, and then returned back to Mathews. On Sept. 1, 1956 he married Arlene Humphreys and shortly after their marriage they moved to Calvert County. Maurice and Arlene then began their life together and their business ventures together by becoming school bus contractors in the county. For the next 53 years they operated Downs School Bus Contractors and Maurice served as President of the Calvert County School Bus Contractors Association for nearly a decade. He was also a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick, and the Elks Club in Prince Frederick. Maurice is survived by his wife, Arlene H. Downs, father of Roy W. Downs and his wife Paula, Catherine Downey, and Charles N. Downs and his wife Bowie.Grandfather of Matthew Downs, Ashley Lott, Edward Breder, Michael Breder, Ian Downs, and McKenna Downs, great grandfather of Jacob and Allison Breder and Andrew and Christopher Breder. He is also survived by 21 nieces, nephews, and
great nieces and nephews. The family received relative and friends for viewing and visitation on Sunday, Jan. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, PA. 4405 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic. A funeral service was held on Monday, Jan. 12, at 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick. Interment will follow at the conclusion of the service in Southern Memorial Gardens located in Dunkirk, Md. In memory of Maurice Downs, contributions should be made to the Hospice of Calvert County, P.O Box 838 Prince Frederick, Md. 20678.
Paul Edward Helm, Jr., 45 Paul Edward Helm, Jr., 45, of Greenbelt, Md., passed on Friday, Jan. 9, at his residence. He was born on Oct. 27, 1969, in Washington, D.C., to Rosalie (Reyes) and Paul E. Helm, Sr. He was formerly employed by Tobin Construction as a carpenter. Paul was an avid sports fan who loved to golf and followed the Redskins, Orioles, and Capitals. Along with his parents he is survived by a brother, Robert A. Helm and an uncle Harry W. Helm. A Mass of Christian Burial took place at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Dr., Prince Frederick, Md. 20678, on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tenn. 38148.
Caroline Lipscomb Hassanpour, 58 Caroline Lipscomb Hassanpour, 58, of Solomons, Md., formally of Huntingtown, Md. passed away on Jan. 8, in Prince Frederick, Md. She was born in Lee County, Ala. to the late Andrew and Carolyn Ellis Lipscomb. Caroline, just like her grandfather, father, and uncle graduated from Auburn University School of Pharmacy in 1979. She received her Master Degree from University of Mississippi. She has worked as a pharmacist for 35 plus years, currently working as a floating pharmacist for CVS in Southern Maryland. Caroline was an active member of Christ Church in Port Republic, often seen serving in the church and hosting the fellowship hour. Survived by her husband, Mike M. Hassanpour, mother of Madeleine C. LaTour and Katherine A. LaTour, stepmother of Parisa L. Hassanpour, Kristopher M. Hassanpour, Nora E. Hassanpour, Kimberly A. Hassanpour, and Joshua O. Hassanpour. Grandmother of Gabriel Garza, Michael Garza, Ambria Toland, Braylon Hassanpour, Garrett Toland, Araeme Delgado, Kyler Hassanpour and Sayla Hassanpour, she is also survived by her siblings, Andrew D. “Lan” Lipscomb, James Lipscomb and Katherine Lipscomb Smith and a host of nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Sunday Jan. 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Christ Church, 3100 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic, where a Memorial Service followed at 3 p.m. Interment is private. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Research. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic.
ment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, Md.
Ferruccio Berti, 94 Ferruccio Berti, 94 of Lewes, Del., passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, in Solomons, Md. He was born in Arezzo, Italy on Sept. 13, 1920 to Amabile and Torquato Berti. Ferruccio was the beloved husband of Anna D. (Giobbie) Berti and the loving father of Gary and his wife Deborah, Fred and his wife Rachel and Thomas Berti. He was the devoted grandfather of Mathew, Adam, Jason, Dana and Chris and great-grandfather of four great-grandchildren. He was the brother of Joseph “Bepie” and Catherine. Preceded in death by his parents, Torquato and Amabile and sister, Eleanor. Family invited friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. (8200 Jennifer Ln., Owings) on Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, Jan, 15 at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Longneck Cheers Center, 26089 Unit 7, The Shopps of Longneck, Millsboro, Del. 19966 or Meals on Wheels, 32409 Lewes Georgetown Highway, Lewes, Del., 19958. Please view and sign the memorial guest book at leefuneralhomes.com.
Michael Anthony Salek, 42 Michael Anthony Salek, 42, of Chesapeake Beach, Md., passed on Sunday, Jan. 11, in Arnold, Md. Born in Silver Spring, Md., he was a son of Veronica A. (Francella) and Victor J. Salek, Sr. On Oct. 11, 2014, he and Christie R. PellSalek celebrated their seventeenth wedding anniversary. He was employed at Safeway for twenty years, retiring in 2006. He enjoyed cooking, going to the gym, taking care of his family, and yard work. He was an animal lover and he loved people, his family and friends. Along with his wife and parents he is survived by two daughters, Lilly and Emma, a brother Victor J. Salek, Jr., an aunt Karen Rawlins, his dog Gracie, and two cats, Casper and Snowball. Family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, Jan. 16, at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 8816 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach. Inter-
Agnes Lucretia “Cricket” Allen, 83 Agnes Lucretia “Cricket” Allen, 83, of Hollywood, Md., formerly of Forestville, Md., died Nov. 22, 2014 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s. She was born Jan. 18, 1931 in Washington, D.C., to the late Albert Farr and Helen Armiger Farr. She grew up in Anacostia, an historic neighborhood in D.C. In May of 1947 she married her beloved husband, Philip Jackson Allen and eventually settled in Forestville, Md. to raise their family. Together they celebrated 26 wonderful years of marriage before his death on Feb. 19, 1973. Cricket never met anyone without offering a warm smile or a loving hug. She loved people and people loved her from the moment they met her. She lovingly dedicated her life to motherhood, devoting her time to raising her three children and being a wonderful homemaker. She took great pleasure in helping others in her neighborhood. She cherished spending time with her family and grandchildren. She had an enormous, kind, giving heart to not only her family but to everyone. She touched the lives of all that knew her. She is survived by her children, John P. Allen (Rose) of Waldorf, Md., Dr. David C. Allen (Margie) of Hollywood, Md. and Linda J. Church (Jeff) of Friendship, Md., 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends for Cricket’s Life Celebration on Sunday, Jan. 18, from 2 till 4 p.m. at First Saints Community Church, St. Paul’s Leonardtown Campus 22550 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown. A prayer service will be held at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 10626 York Rd., Suite A, Cockeysville, Md. 21030 or to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, Post Office Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at brinsfieldfuneral.com.
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The Relationship Between Paint and Mood Painting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to transform the look of a space. The colors homeowners choose for their walls can give rooms their own unique feel and even affect the moods of the people within them. Finding the right shade for a bedroom or kitchen involves more than just selecting the first color that catches your eye. Design experts and psychologists alike say it may be worthwhile to choose a color that helps you feel good rather than just following design trends. The paint color you pick may add energy to a space or create a tranquil retreat where you can unwind at the end of the day.
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Blue To create a spa-like environment and a more serene space, look to shades of blue in soft variations. Cool blues are soothing colors that can help lower stress levels and promote sleep. That's why blue is a frequent fixture in bedrooms and bathrooms. Just be advised that too much blue can make a room appear cold and stark, so balance out blue with some warmer accents. Orange Many people do not immediately consider bright orange for their homes, but when used as an accent shade, orange can really brighten up a home. Orange is considered a shade that expands creativity and imparts a youthful appeal to a space. Consider an orange accent wall or a burst of color with orange throw pillows. If pumpkin orange is a little too bold for you, tone it down by choosing a more pastel, peachy hue, which is equally warm and energizing. Red
Red stimulates energy and appetite, which is why the shade is so popular in restaurants and home dining spaces. Red is a good choice for social gathering rooms but may not be the wisest choice for a bedroom, as the color may prove overstimulating. Green Green can evoke composure and tranquility and works in any room of the house. Since green is the primary color of nature, it also works well for those people who want to bring some of the outdoors inside and work with the fresh starts and new growth that green can inspire. To make green feel less subdued and sleepy, work with its complementary opposite, red, by using a few bold red accents here and there to balance out the tranquility of green. Purple People have long related purple to royalty, and this dramatic color can add a formal, regal aspect to a home depending on the hue. Purple also may help stimulate the creative side of the brain. In paler shades of lavender, purple can seem almost ethereal and spiritual. Some designers suggest avoiding purple in a bedroom because that is a place you want your brain to rest rather than be stimulated. Yellow Few colors are more vibrant than yellow, which can help stimulate conversation and make thoughts more focused. A luminous shade of yellow is an ideal way to make any space more welcoming and bright. Just use it sparingly, as too much yellow may not be a good thing. Yellow accents mixed with touches of purple can offer the balance needed to prevent yellow rooms from overwhelming residents and guests. Home decorators should keep in mind that colors can be blended to create the desired environment. A color scheme based on complementary colors, or those opposite on the color wheel, may fit. Otherwise, analogous color schemes, or those colors that are next to one another on the color wheel, can create a variation that suits your design needs.
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Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance Concert featuring the Sometime Sisters
Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance will sponsor a HomeSpun CoffeeHouse concert featuring the Sometime Sisters, a dynamic group delivering sweet tunes and sassy smiles. Born in the wrong decade but fond of the internet, these fine ladies write and perform their tunes under the influence of the way back and the thoroughly modern, all the while playing more instruments than they have hands. They are a distinctive and eclectic treat for eyes and ears alike. They perform a mix or original tunes, old time jazz, and bawdy bluegrass. Instruments are passed among the band members including guitar, ukulele, mandolin, violin, banjo, percussion, and upright bass. Nor are they afraid of either accordion or kazoo! They feature Kris Consaul (vocals, guitar, uke, banjo, bass, banjolin), Aislin Kavaldjian (vocals, violin, mandolin, banjo, bass), Jeremy Cooney (banjo, bass, guitar) and Branden Hickman on percussion. The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Refreshments are available (donation requested). For more information and directions, go to www.smtmd.org. The concert will be held in the Christ Church Parish Hall, located at 37497 Zach Fowler Road in Chaptico on Friday, Jan. 23.
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Friday, Jan. 16 Warren Drive Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) – 9 p.m. DJ Dave Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Shegogue, Previti, and Hart The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 17 Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. Creole Gumbo Jazz Band The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) – 7:30 p.m. Trust Divided Memories Bar (2360 Old Washington Road, Waldorf) – 9 p.m.
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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, Maryland 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 410231-1003 to reserve you tickets today! CSM Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery 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, Liminal Territories. Jan. 26 through March 20 at the College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus. Erin Wiersma¹s 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. 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. For more information please email HHight@csmd.edu, or call 301-934-7828. 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 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.. Artworks@7th is located at 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach. 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.
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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 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. 15 Senior Health issues Southern Pines Community Center, Lusby 1 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Southern Pines Senior Center, we are planning a presentation by Pat Mann on “Health Tips for Seniors”. CCHS Brown Bag Lunch Program Linden, 70 Church St., Prince Frederick - noon The Calvert County Historical Society’s Third-Thursday Brown Bag Lunch Programs will resume next Thursday, Jan. 15 with a presentation by Port Republic OneRoom School #7 “Memory Keepers,” Fran Armstrong and Carol Kahlili. Join us as they “Tell Tales Out of School” about the schools’ history, its role in the community’s past, and how once again, children are being educated within its walls. Free and Open to All! Bring your lunch, bring your questions, and bring your friends! Thursday, Jan. 15 at noon, at Linden, 70 Church Street in Prince Frederick. For more information call 410-535-2452 or email cchsadmin@calverthistory.org.
Friday, Jan. 16 Winter Greens Ward Farm Nature Park, 10455 Ward Rd., Dunkirk - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please call 410-535-5327 for more information. Steak, Shrimp, and Fish Dinner American Legion Post 221, 21690 Colton Point Rd. – 5 to 8 p.m. American Legion Post 221 has a steak, shrimp, and fish dinner night on the third Friday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity to get out and meet
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people in the community. There are several menu items for the adults and kids to enjoy at a reasonable price. You can call 301-8844071 for further information. You can also visit our website at alpost221.webs.com.
to attend and bring their ideas to share. For information, call President Granados at 301-855-6644.
Saturday, Jan. 17
Volunteer Orientation Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way - 7 to 8:30 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering at Calvert Library, come for an orientation. You will hear what opportunities are available and what commitments you will be expected to make as a volunteer. If you have not already completed an application, please bring a completed one with you. Register online.
Texas Hold’Em American Legion, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 4 p.m. Feeling lucky? - Come on by. Starts at 4 p.m. $100 Buy-In. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 On Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome. For more information call Karen Miller at 301-855-6644.
Sunday, Jan. 18 Make Take a Snowflake! Bayside History Museum, 4025 4th St., North Beach – 2 p.m. Please call 410-610-5970 for more information. January Blues Concert St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Great Hall, 25 Church St., Prince Frederick - 2 p.m. Celebrate the diversity and beauty of the human spirit at the January Blues Concert, an annual Martin Luther King Day event. Experience the power of music and poetry, taking you from the “blues” of suffering to a celebration of joy and love. The January Blues concert is performed by people from all walks of like - young and old, black and white, and male and female. The concert is free, but will except donations to support the Heartfelt backpack nutrition outreach program. For more information, please call the St. Paul’s office at 410-535-2897. Chesapeake Community Chorus Practice North Beach Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach - 4 to 6 p.m. The chorus will hold a practice session on Jan. 18, Sunday, 4 to 6 p.m., North Beach Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach.
Monday, Jan. 19 Octopus Day Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. South, Solomons - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fun for all ages! Hear octopus fact talks at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., watch the octopus interact with toys, make a craft, play games and hear octopus stories. Free with museum admission.
Tuesday, Jan. 20 Steak Dinner American Legion, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 5:30 to 7 p.m. Particular about your Steak? At the American Legion on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, you order it directly from the Grill-Master. Serving from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the $15 price tag includes sides, salad, beverage, and roll. Public welcome. For information call 301-855-6466. American Legion Auxiliary 206 Meeting American Legion, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 7 p.m. Begins at 7 p.m. in Upper Level Hall of the Chesapeake Beach Stallings-Williams Post. All members are encouraged
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Thursday, Jan. 22 Orientation-Calvert One Stop Career Center Southern Maryland Workforce Services, Calvert 200 Duke St., Rm 1400, Prince Frederick – 9 to 11 a.m. This orientation will give job seekers a full overview of services offered through the One Stop Career Center. Jobseekers can receive free assistance with registration on the Maryland Workforce Exchange, job referrals, and job related information such available job readiness workshops, Workforce Investment Act eligibility, Veteran Services and services provided through various community resources. There are no fees for services provided. Call 443-550-6750 to register.
Friday, Jan. 23 “Owl Prowl at the Elms” Leaders: Bob Boxwell and Margarita Rochow Elms Environmental Center, St. Mary’s County, 49300 St. James Church Rd. Dameron – 7 p.m. Come “call out” the owls at the Elms in this great Friday night family event. Dress warmly in “quiet” clothing; event will be canceled if night is too rainy or windy. We will meet in the “hunters” parking lot to the right of the gate to the Environmental Education Center. Register for the event with Bob Boxwell at 410-610-5124 or bobboxwell@ hotmail.com. Meatloaf Dinner American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 5:30 to 7 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Chef Brenda’s Magnificent Meatloaf Dinner is a meal you won’t soon forget. Cost is $10, including sides salad, roll, and beverage. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to 301-855-6466. Public Welcome. For more information please visit ALpost206.org
Saturday, Jan. 24 Playtime Calvert Library, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick – 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. For more information please call, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or visit calvertlibrary.info.
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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. 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
• Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10 to 11:15 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2411
• Playtime Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 11 to 11:30 p.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
• Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 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
• Paws to Read Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 2 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. 410-326-5289
Monday, Jan. 19 • Library closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Tuesday, Jan. 20 • Book Discussion Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. In 1865, Charles Lutwidge Dodson composed a fantasy tale for a trio of young sisters. His creative genius and childlike ability to imagine a universe like no other took form in one
of the most treasured children’s books of all time. Under the pen-name of Lewis Carroll, Dodson’s tale of an intrepid little girl who discovers a surreal, beautiful, and dangerous land has shared its magic with generations of readers. His Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, and Queen of Hearts have become cultural icons, to say nothing of the heroic young Alice herself. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8:45 p.m.
Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. 410-326-5289
Wednesday, Jan. 21 • PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:20 to 10:50 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play,connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-326-5289
• Book Discussion Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 2 to 3:30 p.m.
“The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion. 410-257-2101
• Book Discussion Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8 p.m. “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” by Ransom Riggs. 410-326-5289
• Plug into your passion Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Life coach workshop. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Thursday, Jan. 22 • 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
• JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 3 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state-of-the-art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-326-5289
• Wiz Kids
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. For kids in grades 3-5. Registration is required and opens one month before each event. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Family Dance Party with 2-4-U Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6 to 8 p.m.
Bring the kids, grandparents, neighbors...and come dance away the winter doldrums with this fabulous duo! Live music that will surely include a few of your favorites! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Wiz Kids Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. For kids in grades 3-5. Registration is required and opens one month before each event. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack! This month’s topic: Tito Puente. Please register. 410-257-2411
Friday, Jan. 23 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m.
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Southern Matinee Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 4 p.m. This month’s movie is an American sports drama released in 2014. The film is based on the true story of baseball pitchers Rinku Singh and Dinesh Gillespie who were discovered after winning a reality show competition. 410-326-5289
Saturday, Jan. 24 • 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
CLUES ACROSS 1. Contradicted 7. The Donald’s Marla 13. Mediterranean sandstorm 14. Shoulder adornment 16. Earth crust’s 5th element 17. Rainbow prize 19. NCIS star’s initials 20. Mischa __, violinist 22. Constitution Hall org. 23. More dried-up 25. First on moon 26. Braid 28. 11% of Guinea population 29. Sea eagle 30. Scottish variant of “to” 31. A border for a picture 33. Belonging to a thing 34. On top 36. Automobile hood (Brit.) 38. Skewered Thai dish 40. Clamors 41. Eggs cooked until just set 43. Flat 44. 13th Hebrew letter 45. Short poking stroke 47. Japanese classical theater 48. 007’s creator 51. Romanian Mures river city
53. Music term for silence 55. A crane 56. Ringworm 58. Romanian money 59. True frog 60. Integrated circuit 61. “Highway Patrol’s” Crawford 64. Point midway between S and E 65. On a whim 67. Protagonist 69. Quantity with only magnitude 70. Oversights CLUES DOWN 1. One who operates a dial 2. Trauma center 3. Prickly pear pads 4. Fashion superstar 5. Shock treatment 6. Mindless drawing 7. AKA migraine 8. Military mailbox 9. Buddies 10. Heavy tranquilizers (slang) 11. Raised railroad track 12. School session 13. Picture 15. Stabs
18. Supervises flying 21. Early American militiaman 24. Downfall 26. Cooking vessel 27. Check 30. In a way, manipulated 32. Sacred book of Judaism 35. Chum 37. Negating word 38. Relating to the body 39. W. hemisphere continents 42. Make lacework 43. Witty remark 46. More hairless 47. Relating to a nerve 49. Originates 50. Consumer advocate Ralph 52. Actress Winger 54. Center for Excellence in Education (abbr.) 55. Japanese brews 57. Fleshy seed covering 59. Canadian law enforcers 62. So. Am. wood sorrel 63. Actress Lupino 66. Personal computer 68. Do over prefix
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Great home for a 1st time buyer or retirement home in Chesapeake Beach. Qualifies for USDA, 100% financing.The rooms in the home are all good sized, big kitchen, orig hardwood flooring and newer bathroom. All on one level. Awesome rear deck with steps that lead to the big back yard, play house and storage shed/ workshop. Awesome potential to build up or out. Price: $214,000. Call 301-832-1165.
Directional Drill Crew Needed – Annapolis, MD, Exp. Foreman, Operator, Truck Drivers-CDL, Laborer 410-320-5484 E.O.E.
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Spring Village at Wildewood (formerly Autumn Assisted Living at Wildewood), will be holding group interviews every Thursday at 1:30 pm for ALL positions. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete the employment application. For more information call Tracy at 301-863-7110.
Home Weekends with Dedicated Route Guaranteed Weekly Pay on 1,800-2,100 Weekly Miles Limited Positions, So Call Now
888-475-2818 Deliver Phone Books Work Your Own Hours Delivering in the Charles & St. Mary Counties. Must be 18yrs old, have valid DL & Insured vehicle. No exp. necessary. Call 1-800-518-1333 x 224 www.deliverthephonebook.com
PART-TIME MUSEUM STORE MANAGER POSITION OPEN 20 HOURS PER WEEK $14.54 / HOUR To split hours between St. Clement's Island and Piney Point Lightouse Museums Duties include but are not limited to inventory management; product development; purchasing; stocking; clerking and all aspects of museum store management and operations. Position closes January 16, 2015.
To apply call 301-769-3235 and leave your name and contact information. Calvert Dental Clinic: Part-time Office Assistant. Email resume to mjohnson2@cmhlink.org
From my Backyard to our Bay A St. Mary’s County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
From My Backyard to Our Bay was first developed by the Baltimore County Soil Conservation District. From there, the booklet was given to each of the Soil Conservation Districts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area for customization. If the 17.5 million residents who live in the watershed area of the Chesapeake Bay read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health. Obtain a FREE copy of the booklet by going to the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association, smrwa.org and downloading it. The booklet is available at Wentworth Nursery in Charlotte Hall; Chicken Scratch in Park Hall; The Greenery in Hollywood; Good Earth Natural Food; and the St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District in Leonardtown. Join your local watershed association and make a difference for Our Bay!
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Forest Stewardship Forest land is important to the overall health of the Chesapeake Bay. Forests provide several layers, from the canopy to the forest floor, that act as filters, improve water quality, reduce sedimentation, remove nutrients, and regulate stream flow during storms. Maryland’s 2.5 million acres of forest, most of it privately owned, cover approximately 42% of its land area. St. Mary’s County’s land area is about 50% forested, and has more than 400 miles of shoreline. Wooded buffers along these shorelines are critical to improving Bay health. Acre for acre, forested lands produced the least amount of runoff and pollution. The County occupies a forest transitional zone, where the dominant tree species vary from oak/ hickory to tulip poplar to sweet gum/red maple and loblolly pine. Forests can be harvested on a sustainable basis for materials, including structural lumber, crates, shelving and furniture, flooring, mulch, and pulp for paper. Forests can, in most cases, provide these products while
Plant a Tree
County residents with questions about woodland stewardship and management, as well as timber harvesting, should contact a certified forester. The State of Maryland maintains a database of private Licensed Professional Foresters (LPFs), who work cooperatively with
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also maintaining and even enhancing wildlife habitat, recreational activities, and soil conservation. Timber harvests are closely monitored by a partnership of agencies, including St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District and St. Mary’s County Department of Land Use and Growth Management.
Go to trees.maryland.gov for information on planting trees. There is a Recommended Tree List for the program Marylanders Plant Trees. There is a $25.00 coupon on the website for purchasing a tree. However, the tree must be on the eligible list of trees. There are 14 small trees, or 29 large trees on the list that is updated periodically.
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the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Service to assist landowners with implementation of timber harvests. Lists of LPFs can be found at the DNR Web site below. Where to get help with… FOREST STEWARDSHIP QUESTIONS • Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources, dnr.maryland.gov/forests/
This is the twenty-eighth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (scottmaryann9@gmail.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next week’s County Times!
Bay-Wise landscapes minimize negative impacts on our waterways by using smarter lawn management techniques and gardening practices. The University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Bay-Wise program in St. Mary’s County offers hands-on help with managing your landscape by providing information, a site visit, and landscape certifications. Our yardstick checklist is easy to understand and follow, and our team of trained Master Gardeners can help guide you through it while offering suggestions to improve both the appearance and sustainability of your landscape.
Call Now & Schedule a Visit!
301-475-4120 extension.umd.edu/baywise
Start a Movement in Your Neighborhood…Be the First to be Certified Bay-Wise!
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Prepare for Winter Now and Gather up Savings
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Schedule your audit today! Find a contractor at SMECO.coop/homeperformance or call 877-818-4094. Download our free mobile app to report an outage or pay your bill. www.smeco.coop/SMECO247
This program supports the EmPOWER Maryland Energy Efficiency Act.