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Third Person Named in Charity Theft Case
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Police have now made an application with the courts to charge a third person in connection with an alleged theft scheme in which the owners and operators of a local sports bar are said to have stolen proceeds from gaming machines that were supposed to be used to benefit a Leonardtown charity. Both Charles Benedict Gatton and Hilda Mae Gatton have been formally charged in the investigation as taking part in a theft scheme that took between $10,000 and $100,000 and keeping a gaming table at the bar against the state’s gaming code and for stealing proceeds meant for the Leonardtown Lion’s Club, according to an application for statement of charges filed by police. Police have also named Roger Benfield, of Hughesville, as part of the theft scheme. Benfield is the owner and operator of R.E. Enterprises Incorporated whice provides coin operated games for retail businesses. Police say that the trio are part of a theft investigation and Benfield has yet to be officially charged in the case. Police say Charles Gatton entered into another agreement with Benfield apart from the one with the Leonardtown Lion’s Club to further enrich his profits. Charging documents filed by vice/narcotics detectives allege that back in 2008 Charles Gatton entered into an agreement with the Lions Club to keep a gaming device at the bar and that the proceeds would be split evenly between the charity and Gatton, which police say is in violation of state and local gaming laws. The county’s rules for gaming prohibits anyone from taking any proceeds for their personal benefit and mandates that all proceeds go to the charity for which they are intended. Police allege that Gatton’s separate agreement with Benfield meant that Benfield would keep half the proceeds from the additional coin operated games he managed at the bar while giving the other half to Charles Gatton. Gatton would then keep part of those proceeds and give the remainder of the money to the Lions Club, court papers stated.
Police found in their investigation that the operation of the gaming devices from January of 2012 to December of 2014 showed that Charles Gatton and Benfield each received about $109,498 from those games. Police also allege that Benfield retained his entire share of the proceeds while Charles Gatton kept just under $74,000 for his personal benefit while the Leonardtown Lions Club got $35,606 in violation of the state’s gaming provision. Police say that Hilda Mae Gatton was responsible for controlling the gaming machine as well as maintaining it and as part of the organization she also personally benefitted from its operations. Benfield is also under investigation, according to another application for statement of charges against him, for operating gaming machines at the Patuxent Moose Lodge on Mervell Dean Road in Hollywood. Court papers allege that Benfield retained a percentage of the proceeds — $27,987.10 — against the rules of the gaming statute. “Furthermore investigation revealed the defendant became a member of the civic organization for the exclusive purpose of circumventing the provision which requires the gaming devices be managed by a bonafide member of the organziation,� detectives wrote in court papers. Benfield believed he could manage the devices, court papers read, including the collection of proceeds and their disbursement to his business and to the Moose Lodge. Court papers stated he gave almost $70,000 to the Moose Lodge. Police allege Hildae Mae Gatton got $52,920 in proceeds from the gaming devices at the Brass Rail, according to charging documents, retaining $24,460 for personal gain and giving an equal amount to the Leonardtown Lions Club. Police labeled the case as “a theft scheme intentionally designed to deprive the Leonardtown Lions Club of its full share of the proceeds.� Calls to the Gattons were not returned as of press time, nor were calls to Benfield returned. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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was great for that position and she was an instrumental part of the team’s success in the museum division. “That was her passion. It’s what she really liked to do.� guyleonard@countytimes.net
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State Recommends Funding for Spring Ridge Construction By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The Interagency Committee on School Construction (IAC), the state government arm that directs funding on school building projects, has recommended further funding of the additions and upgrades to Spring Ridge Middle School in Lexington Park. The recommendation for the committee are for 90 percent of capital construction money that would later be approved to 100 percent of the state’s allocation at a vote of the Board of Public Works later in May. According to documents from the IAC meeting Feb. 23 the committee recommended moving forward with an additional $6.1 million allocation for the school project. The entire allocation is $12.9 million; the Spring Ridge project is the sole project approved for the county in the IAC schedule of project requests. Officials with the Board of Public Works said this second allocation was necessary for the final stage of construction to be completed. Back on April 25 of 2013 a fire that began at an outdoor air conditioning unit at Spring Ridge swept through nine class rooms destroying learning space and student work. The county and state moved quickly to fund the repairs at the school and then added funding to expand the school to modernize it. The school is among the oldest in the county, being built more than 40 years ago. The expansion will modernize much of the aging school, including a new library and greater space to house the science, technology, engineering and mathematics program (STEM) there. The project includes replacing the roof and the elimination of the old open classroom format also known as the pod system which many educational specialists have decried as not allowing teachers enough control over one individual group of students who can be distracted by another group nearby. The new STEM addition, more than 5,000 square feet in size, will bring those students inside the school from relocatable classrooms. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Three Firefighters Injured House Fire Under Investigation
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Three firefighters sustained minor burns after battling a house fire early Sunday morning in Charles County. On Sunday, Feb. 22, around 2:30 a.m., 45 firefighters from the Bryans Road, La Plata, Marbury, Potomac Heights, Waldorf, Indian Head and Accokeek Volunteer Fire Departments responded to Tempo Place in Pomfret after a fire ignited in the residence. The preliminary cause of the fire is currently under investigation and the three firefighters were all treated and released at the scene; no other injuries were reported. The fire caused an estimated $150,000 in damage, completely destroying the single-story wood frame home, according to officials. According to officials, an occupant discovered the fire, which originated in the attic. Firefighters were able to control the blaze within 40 minutes. According to Deputy Fire Marshal John Nelson, who responded to the scene, the seven occupants of the home were displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross. Officials identify William Swann as the homeowner. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Authorities were alerted to a Leonardtown residence Friday evening after a fire ignited in the living room of the home. On Feb. 20, around 10 a.m., 45 volunteer firefighters from the Leonardtown, Hollywood, Bay District, Second District and Seventh District Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the area of St. Margaret’s Drive in Leonardtown. According to Deputy Fire Marshal John Nelson, who responded to the scene, the fire caused extensive damage to the house, the estimated cost of damage to the single-story wood framed home is
$200,000. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze within 20 minutes upon arrival. The fire displaced the six occupants who live in the home and the American Red Cross is currently assisting them, according to Nelson. A smoke alarm was present in the residence and alerted the occupants to the fire, according to officials. Officials have identified Robert Perry as the homeowner. No injuries were reported and the preliminary cause of the fire is currently under investigation. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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County Makes Some Progress On Bay Cleanup
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The amount of nitrogen and phosphorus as well as sediment leaching into the Chesapeake Bay watershed from the county has decreased in some sectors while it has increased in others according to the latest state-supplied figures for the Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP). The WIP was mandated by the state back in 2010 as a way for counties to monitor the total maximum daily load (TMDL) of the three major pollutants in the watershed in an overall push to cleanup the long languishing Chesapeake Bay. The widely unpopular programs were deemed by counties, including St. Mary’s as restrictive to development and property rights as well as being exorbitantly expensive. But failure to abide by WIP mandates could eventually result in federal restrictions on development and growth. County staff told the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County that of the five sectors from which the pollutants emit into the bay the agricultural has made some of the best progress. Statistics show that as of 2013 366,387 pounds of nitrogen made it into the watershed down from 414,678 pounds just four years prior. The 2017 target mandated by the WIP is just over 335,000 pounds. The amount of phosphorus from the agricultural sector also decreased from 43,521 in 2009 to 39,914 in 2013. The 2017 target for phosphorus reduction is 39,049
pounds. The amount that leaches into the watershed from urban sources, however increased, staff told elected leaders, due to increased growth in the county but was offset by the much lower than mandated levels of nitrogen and phosphorus found in the county’s wastewater treatment facilities run by the Metropolitan Commission. In 2009 nitrogen released by wastewater plants was 84,404 pounds but by 2013 the amount dropped to just 11,599 pounds; phosphorus leakage from wastewater treatment facilities dropped from 17,639 pounds to just 993 pounds. Sue Veith, the county’s environmental planner with the Department of Land Use and Growth Management, said the county and state were making real progress but cautioned on the importance of continuing to meet goals. “Maryland is on track for meeting its goal with the numbers being reported,” Veith said. “But that’s their [the Environmental Protection Agency’s] biggest authority to say there’s no more development.” Daryl Calvano, enviromental permit director for the county’s health department, said that when it came to septic systems there were only a few options open to county residents, either to upgrade their systems, connect to public sewer or have a more aggressive pumping schedule for their systems. Commissioner Todd Morgan said that the unpopular madates would continue to press down on the county. “No one likes what’s coming down the road,” Morgan said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Miller Offers Competing Two Women Burned Stormwater Bill in Flash Fire
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Officials are investigating the specific cause of an accidental flash fire that injured two women Monday evening. According to officials, on Feb. 23, around 5:30 p.m., Margaret Reese and Stacy Goode sustained first and second-degree burns to their upper torsos, arms and faces after an accidental flash fire ignited in the 2004 Jeep Liberty they were traveling home in. The two women were transporting a 20 lb. propane tank in the vehicle at the time of the fire. Goode exited the vehicle and began to perform the stop, drop and roll technique in hopes of extinguishing the flames. Goode waited for emergency personnel in the vicinity of Great Mills Rd., while Reese continued to her residence in Lexington Park, about a half a mile away, where her children were home alone, officials stated. EMS staff from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department and Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad treated both women before MSP Aviation flew them to MedStar Burn Center where they were treated and released for their non-life threatening burn injuries, officials reported. The Jeep received an estimated $1,500 in damage to its interior.
State Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller proposed a bill Wednesday that would remove the mandate for nine counties and Baltimore City to impose a tax on stormwater runoff and instead would compel them to show the state how they are progressing on curbing runoff from impervious surfaces. “This has been a very contentious issue that I believe this proposal will help resolve,” said Miller in a prepared statement. “Certain local governments have to take action to meet their federal stormwater permit requirements. At the state level, it isn’t necessary that we mandate how a local government meets those obligations, instead this proposal requires that local governments demonstrate their plans for meeting the federal requirements.” Senate Bill 863 instead requires counties to submit a financial assurance plan to meet the federal stormwater management requirements. Counties can still use a stormwater fee, according to the bill’s language, but veterans’ organizations would be exempt and has a cap on the fee of $15 per 1,000 square feet for non-profit groups. Earlier this month Gov. Larry Hogan proposed legislation that would also remove the so-called rain tax requirement for all counties in Maryland. Under Miller’s bill the 10 jurisdictions would be relieved from the tax but would still have to find ways to pay for federal mandates for stormwater runoff control. Miller said he had 30 senators supporting his bill, including Sen. Steve Waugh (RDist.29) of Lusby.
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Arc of SoMd Representatives Head to Annapolis By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Arc of Southern Maryland joined more than 150 service providers for Developmental Disabilities Day in Annapolis on Feb. 19. “It was excellent,” said Arc of Southern Maryland Executive Director Terry Long. The day was split into two parts. During the morning, advocates met for breakfast and an informational meeting. In the afternoon, smaller groups went to talk to senators and delegates. The highest priority was to remind newly elected legislators of promises made in previous sessions to provide funding to keep compensation for support staff competitive. Developmental Disabilities advocates will be back in Annapolis for lobby night, time and date to be determined, Long said. For more information, visit www.arcsomd.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Photos courtesy of Nkeshi Free, Arc of Southern Maryland The Arc of Southern Maryland self-advocates and staff take a picture with Terry Long, The Arc of Southern Maryland, executive director. Long, the self-advocates and staff were in Annapolis participating in Developmental Disabilities Day at the Legislature coordinated by the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition.
Freshman Delegate Matt Morgan of District 29A met with individuals supported by The Arc of Southern Maryland and staff that live in his district. The self-advocates spoke to him about the budget, how the funding cuts impact them directly and some of their challenges and achievements as adults living with disabilities.
Self-Advocates, families, friends and service providers from across the state participated in the annual Developmental Disabilities Day at the Legislature activities. The theme for this year was Building Champions 2015. The day started at the Loews Hotel in Annapolis w ith briefings and updates regarding the current budget cuts and the FY2016 Developmental Disabilities Administration Budget, other legislation and a call to action. After the meeting, the participants then spent the day meeting with their district delegates, senators and attended the budget hearings.
Leasing Workshop for Farmland Owners and Farmers
Farmers and land owners in Southern Maryland will have an opportunity to learn more about agricultural land-leasing issues at an upcoming Leasing Workshop to be held on March 16 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) Auditorium, 15035 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville Maryland. The workshop is sponsored by Agriculture Law Education Initiative, University of Maryland Extension, Maryland Department of Agriculture, and Maryland FarmLink and funding is provided by USDA-NIFA and the Northeast Extension Risk Management Education Center. The Leasing Workshop will help landlords and tenants better understand the agricultural farmland leasing process, the communication and dispute resolution process and how to find and market available farmland. “Agricultural leasing has become more complex over the past few years, landlords and tenants have seen increasing rent prices, rising number of disputes between landlord and tenants, and other issues that can strain the landlord-tenant relationship” said Paul Goeringer, an Extension Legal Specialist with the University of Maryland. “This workshop will provide important tools for tenants and landlords to have successful leasing relationships that last for years,” commented Goeringer. Workshop topics will focus on legal issues related to developing a lease, tools that exist to aid in writing a lease and setting up a rental range, agricultural conflict resolution services available in Maryland, communicating with the other party, and an introduction to Maryland’s FarmLink Program. Pre-registration is required on or before March 10th. $11 fee includes all materials and a locally sourced light dinner. To register and for information call SMADC staff on (301) 274-1922, Ex. 1. To register online visit the ‘News and Announcements’ page at www. smadc.com.
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New Legislation Would End Disenfranchisement of 40,000 Marylanders Who Have Completed Their Prison Sentences
Sen. Joan Carter Conway (D-Baltimore) and Del. Cory McCray (D-Baltimore) will be joined by ex-offenders, civil rights leaders and other supportive legislators on Feb. 24 to discuss their proposed legislation (Senate Bill 340/House Bill 980) to extend voting rights to former prisoners on their release from prison.  SB 340 will have a hearing on Thursday, Feb. 26 in the Senate Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee, beginning at 1 p.m. Meanwhile, HB 980 – introduced last week with 51 cosponsors – is expected to be heard in early March in the House Ways and Means Committee Currently, Maryland law prohibits individuals from voting until they have finished their terms of probation and parole. Many former prisoners still don’t understand if and when they are eligible to register and vote. State and local boards of election do not verify that voter registration applications from convicted felons follow the law. Many eligible former prisoners do not register and vote because they are afraid of getting in trouble for it. “The current law deters formerly incarcerated men and women from registering even if they are eligible,� said Senator Conway. “Simplifying the law so that once you are out, you can vote will make the democratic process more accessible to tens of thousands of Marylanders who are currently shut out.� “The men and women impacted by this bill includes many of my constituents,� said Delegate McCray. “They are our neighbors, our family, and our friends who face many challenges with housing, employment, and transportation. Restoring the right to vote gives everyone a stake in lifting up our communities and improving our neighborhoods.� “The right to vote is very important to the re-entry process,� said Perry Hopkins, an ex-offender and community organizer with Communities United. “There is already enough discrimination against us, and feeling alienated leads to recidivism,� Hopkins added. “Regaining the right to vote makes you feel fully part of the general citizenry.� Like elsewhere in the United States, Maryland’s felony disenfranchisement law disproportionately impacts racial minorities. African Americans make up 30 percent of Maryland’s population, but represent nearly three-quarters of its prison population – and 65 percent of those disenfranchised by a felony conviction. “This is a priority civil rights issue in Maryland as the majority of citizens disenfranchised are African American. Once you have done your time and you return back to our communities, your voting rights should be restored,� insisted Tessa Hill-Alston, president of the Baltimore City Branch of the NAACP. SB 340/HB 980 is timely given recent support for rights restoration around the country. Last year, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder called on states to restore voting rights, and he has been joined by supporters from across the political spectrum. Over the past two decades, more than 20 states have improved their felony disenfranchisement laws, including Maryland, which ended lifetime disenfranchisement in 2007.
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Mechanicsville Fire Under Investigation By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Authorities responded to the area of Mechanicsville Rd. Tuesday evening after the owner discovered her barn in flames. On Feb. 24, around 5 p.m., 40 firefighters from the Mechanicsville, Hollywood and Seventh District Volunteer Fire Departments were alerted to the blaze, which caused an estimated $50,000 in damage to the structure. According to officials, the fire originated in the interior of the barn and was extinguished by firefighters within 30 minutes upon arrival. Officials have identified Shannon Nelson as the owner of the barn. No injuries were reported and the preliminary cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal at 443-550-6820. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Church Fire Under Investigation By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Authorities responded to the vicinity of Hawthorne Rd. in La Plata early Wednesday morning after a passerby alerted authorities to the fire. On Feb. 25, around 12:48 a.m., 50 volunteer firefighters from the La Plata, Bel Alton, Bryans Road, Indian Head, Marbury, Potomac Heights and Waldorf Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the First Baptist Church of La Plata. The fire caused an estimated $150,000 in damage and officials state the fire originated in the interior of the garage. Firefighters were able to control the blaze within 45 minutes. No injuries were reported and the preliminary cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal at 443-550-6820. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the St. Mary’s 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.
FALSE REPORT On February 17, 2015, Deputy H. Smith responded to the intersection of Great Mills Road and Old Great Mills Road, for a hit and run vehicle Boyd collision. The driver who remained on the scene reported he was traveling westbound on Great Mills Road when a vehicle turned in front of him from Old Great Mills Road. The driver did not have time to stop and the two vehicles collided head on. The white female driver of the other vehicle, a silver Mercedes, briefly stopped then drove off. Deputy Smith located the silver Mercedes on Tower Lane unoccupied. The owner of the vehicle indicated her daughter, identified as suspect Melissa Lynn Boyd, age 45, of Lexington Park, had possession of the vehicle. In the meantime, Boyd called the Sheriff’s Office to report the car stolen. Boyd indicated she believed one of her friends stole the vehicle. Boyd was subsequently identified as the driver of the Mercedes who caused the collision and fled the scene. Boyd was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with False Statement to Police Officer, Driving While Suspended, and Failure to Remain at the Scene of an Accident. CASE #9422-15
DOMESTIC ASSAULT On February 18, 2015, Deputy Teague responded to a residence on Valley Court for an assault. The victim alleged suspect Sirquon Derrick Brooks, age 31, of Lexington Park, slapped , punched and scratched the victim after an argument over infidelity. Deputy Teague observed fresh evidence of injury on the victim. Brooks was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. CASE #9597-15  P R O P E R T Y DESTRUCTION On February 20, 2015, Deputy Teague responded to Susie Court in California, for the report of a burglary to a motor vehicle. The victim alleged Roger Lee Pritchard III, 23, of Clements, was inside her vehicle. Deputy Teague located Pritchard who indicated he had been in the vehicle and had stolen the fuse to the fuel pump in an effort to render the vehicle inoperable. Witnesses reported Pritchard entered the vehicle and was looking around inside. He then opened the hood to take the fuse. Pritchard was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Rogue and Vagabond, Property Destruction Over $1,000, and Theft Under $100.00. CASE #9862-15
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The Commissioners of Leonardtown will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 4:15 p.m. at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, regarding Tax Map 32, Parcels 178 and 314. The purpose of the hearing will be to present for public review and to receive public comment regarding the request to rezone this parcel from Residential – Single Family (R-SF) to Planned Unit Development (PUD). Copies of the documents are available for public review at the Leonardtown Town Office. The public is invited to attend and/or send written comments to be received by February 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. to the Commissioners of Leonardtown, P.O. Box 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities upon request. By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town Administrator.
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Congratulations to Scott Smith, selected to lead St. Mary’s public schools for the next four years; congratulations also to the Board of Education for their new emphasis on transparency and openness in their selection and employment practices: and thanks to Marilyn Crosby for her foreThe Commissioners of Leonardtown hold transparent a public hear-nor sight by intervening last August and exposing a selection process that waswill neither ing on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.noat reason the Town public. Had it not been for her intervention the present Board would have to Office, focus on Drive, Leonardtown, Maryland, regarding afor transparency, nor would Mr. Smith41660 have Courthouse had the opportunity to demonstrate his qualifications request for concept plan approval for the Medstar St. Mary’s Hosthe position of Superintendent of Schools. pital Quad House project located at 41500 Doctors Crossing Road – Map 127, Parcel 527. The purpose of the hearing will be to presJames E. McCleaf ent the project for public review and comment. Copies of the conLeonardtown cept plan are available for review at the Leonardtown Town Office. The public is invited to attend and/or send written comments to be received by February 9, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. to the Commissioners of Leonardtown, P.O. Box 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities upon request. Authority: E. McKay, Town“College Administrator The article published in the Feb. 19,By 2015 edition ofLaschelle The County Times titled of Southern Maryland Hosts Leonardtown’s State of the Town Address” had the following corrections –
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• The Leonardtown Business Association website is www.thelba.org. The published website, www.letitbecreative.com, which is the website of website designer Kristin Titsworth, who created the LBA website. • Dawn Carroll isn’t a member of the LBA. She was hired by the LBA as a business consultant. • Joe Orlando was quoted as saying Raiders andPlanning Invadersand weekend the “Gemwill in hold the Thethe Leonardtown Zoning was Commission Crowd.” What he actually said wasa the weekend was “Gem in the Crown.” public hearing onthe Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 4:05 p.m. at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, Maryland, regarding Ordinance #168 – Revised Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The purpose of the hearing is to present for public review and comment changes to the Leonardtown Comprehensive Land Use Plan and to receive the recommendation from the Leonardtown Planning and Zoning Commission. Copies of the proposed Plan are available for review at the Leonardtown Town Office. The public is invitedtotothe attend and/or send written comments To Submit a Letter Editor, Email your letter totobe received by February 17, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. to the Commissioners of Leonardnews@countytimes.net or mailMDto:20650. Special accommodatown, P.O. Box 1, Leonardtown, tions will be made for persons with disabilities upon request. The County Times • P.O. Box 250 • Hollywood, MDAdministrator 20636 By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town
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Maryland Fourth Graders Invited to Submit Essays for Maryland Municipal League’s 2015 “If I Were Mayor” Contest Fourth graders throughout Maryland are invited to take part in the Maryland Municipal League’s (MML) annual “If I Were Mayor” essay contest. The contest challenges fourth graders to share their thoughts on how they would engage with citizens to make their local municipality a better place to live and work if they were mayor. Students must submit their essays to MML no later than March 31. Since 2001, MML’s “If I Were Mayor” essay contest has given fourth graders the opportunity to learn about municipal government through sharing their thoughts on how they would be as mayor. Each 275-word essay must open with the line: “If I Were Mayor, I Would…” and answer three questions that address the 2015 theme, “Respect.” Maryland students enrolled in the fourth grade during the 2014-2015 school year may participate in the contest. Entries must be submitted by the student’s teacher. The 11 regional winners will be presented with a $100 cash prize at the Maryland State House in front of their family members, their teacher, their municipality’s mayor and other local dignitaries during May 2015. “Each year, the “If I Were Mayor” contest encourages students to learn more about the im-
portant role that cities and towns play in the daily lives of our citizens” said Scott A. Hancock, executive director of the Maryland Municipal League “These students represent the next generation of leaders and we’re especially excited to see how they respond to this year’s theme of ‘Respect.’” Hancock also noted MML’s appreciation this year for the support of Dr. Lillian M. Lowery, State Superintendent of Schools, for ensuring that the contest is announced to 4th grade teachers throughout Maryland. The contest is sponsored by Maryland Municipal League, in partnership with the Maryland Mayors Association and the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Company. Essays are judged based on: essay relation to contest topic; displayed knowledge about municipal government and the role of a mayor; creativity; and proper use of grammar. To apply, visit www. mdmunicipal.org/essay
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The St. Mary’s County Commissioners announced they “would put skin in the game” to secure funding for a proposed research facility during their Feb. 23 meeting. The University of System of Maryland’s planned facility at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (SMHEC) is so important to potential local economic growth that the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are willing to put up tax payer funds to ensure that the project gets back on track, said Commissioner Tom Jarboe. In a letter to be sent to Gov. Larry Hogan, St. Mary’s commissioners said they would put up $1 million of the county’s own money if the state puts the additional $2.8 million in design funds to keep the project running on schedule. Commissioner Todd Morgan made the motion at the commissioners table Monday during a budget work session to use money the county government had put aside for infrastructure improvements to prepare for a possible base realignment and closure round (BRAC). Jarboe said the offer from the county commissioners should impress the governor to put the project back into the budget now being formulated. The county’s offer only stood if the state put the project architectural and engineering funds back into this year’s budget. “He’s a business guy,” Jarboe said of Hogan. “This should push it to the front of the line. “There’s no deal if it [the project] goes to 2017.” Jarboe said the county’s offer proved that it was willing “to put skin in the game” to make sure the project happened sooner rather than later. University system leaders have hopes that the project can be pursued now as the governor had planned when he had to set the project out another two years due to the system missing a deadline for consideration in the budget. Morgan said St. Mary’s County was ideally situated to test unmanned and autonomous systems both because of its isolation and its highly trained, technologically savvy work force. “We have such geographic and demographic appeal,” Morgan said. “In my mind what we have here is an opportunity to move our county into being a leader in unmanned systems.” Making St. Mary’s County and Southern Maryland a new front in the effort to push the boundaries of new technology meant it could finally have a chance to break its long dependence on the defense industry by seeking out commercial applications for unmanned system on land, in the sea and in the air. “It gives us the opportunity to move away from the Department of Defense and the navy, but at the same time it also allows us to compliment what they’re doing,” Morgan said. “It could be a great new age of technology for the county.” “If you push this back two years, you’ve lost a generation of technology. The technology and manufacturing aren’t waiting around.” Sen. Steve Waugh said he and the rest of the delegation were supportive of the project but he was not sure if the project would be put back in the budget this year; at a St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce event Monday, Del. Anthony O’Donnell, the senior member of the group, said the third building at SMHEC would “hopefully” become a reality. “Everyone believes… it’s a great idea,” said Waugh. “Is it going to move forward this year? I don’t know, probably not.” Despite concerns that opportunities were passing the county by because of the scheduled two-year wait, Waugh said he believed there was still time to capitalize on the project’s potential. “The governor is fully convinced that out of all the bond bills this has the best chance for return on investment,” Waugh said. The dean of the university system’s A. James Clark School of Engineering, Daryll Pines, said the system was committed to the project and that there was active interest among professors to come to Southern Maryland to actually do the work of research and make the endeavor a success. Pines said the presence of the navy made the project possible. “There’s no question this could not have happened in a vacuum,” Pines said. “The hope is the research will grow, people will come and opportunities will come from that.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Efforts are underway to get funding for a third building dedicated to unmanned and autonomous technology research at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (SMHEC) put back in the governor’ fiscal 2016 proposed budget. “It is our hope that either the governor will submit a supplemental budget or the general assembly will add it,” said USMD Vice Chancellor P.J. Hogan. The proposed facility will have 17 classrooms, a new autonomous technology research laboratory and a large meeting space. It first got funding in Dec. 1, 2011 for architecture and design, according to SMHEC Executive Director Mel Powell. At that time, the whole project, from design to completion, would have cost $13 million, he said. In June 2012, the project was put on hold because funding was withdrawn. At the same time, the project was transferred to the University System of Maryland (USMD), Powell said, and a research facility to be run by USMD staff was added. The research facility would look into commercial and civil applications, Scassero said. The goal is to coordinate with Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River to encourage a three-way transfer of information between government, academic and industry research. Initially, SMHEC wanted to get the new building finished and make the research portion as a second project, Powell said, but there was a good chance that the second project would not have gotten approval as its own entity. Moving the project back to the FY 2017 budget is the backup plan, Powell said. The test site’s head coordinator said delays would cost the county and project. “It puts Southern Maryland so far behind the rest of the country,” Scassero said. With all of the country getting into research and development of autonomous research, offering this opportunity in Southern Maryland could bring huge benefits, Scassero said. The third building is not a dregree granting system for USMD, Scassero said. Instead, the project allows the SMHEC to grow existing programs and to attract new programs and gives USMD a research facility ideally located in Southern Maryland to continue work being done in other parts of the state. There are potential job, economic and higher education benefits to be had through the facility. There would be a synergy between the research facility, NAS Patuxent River and existing educational opportunities and having the research facility could attract new businesses to the area, he said. Businesses, especially ones involved in technology and development, look for nearby research facilities and continuing education opportunities in the immediate area, he said. “It’s a very important building,” Hogan said. The entire project, from design to ribbon cutting, will cost between $70 and $80 million, Scassero said. Because it is an educational facility, the building will be funded by the state, he said. For projects such as parking lots and dormitories, USMD has to sell bonds. Currently, USMD has a AA+ bond rating from Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s and the Fitch Group. Recently, Standard and Poor’s put USMD and other universities throughout the country on “negative watch” because of declining enrollments, Hogan said. He doesn’t believe this has any bearing on the project at SMHEC. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Snow Showers, Spring Flowers By Emily Charles Contributing Writer There is snow on the ground and some people are ready for spring. You can bring the season into your home early with a custom arrangement from David’s Flowers, owned and operated by David Mattingly. The flower shop was established by Mattingly in 1989, he said. “It’s what I always wanted to do. I’ve been doing it since I was 17 or 18,” said Mattingly. In addition to flowers, the shop sells furniture too! “We bring things in that I buy at auction. They’re usually things that need a layer of paint, fixer uppers. We reinvent stuff all the time,” Mattingly stated. “We started out as a flower shop and added furniture later…I wanted something different from other flower shops in town.” David’s Flowers creates arrangements for many occasions, and considers wedding flowers a particular specialty. Turn around rates for arrangements vary based on the order. “Sometimes orders can be picked up that day. For bigger orders, like events and weddings, a couple months’ notice is nice, but we can do them up to a week before. I had someone call me on their way to the courthouse once,” Mattingly said. From time to time, David’s Flowers even hosts events. “I started this last month as a First Friday event. A woman called and wanted to do make it/take it arrangements. A few women came in and they each brought a container to make an arrangement in. I let them use whatever flowers they wanted and showed them how to make an arrangement, then they did their own thing. They were in and out in about an hour, and they were all happy when they left,” Mattingly said.
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Obituaries Elsom Wade Glover, 53 Elsom Wade Glover, 53, of Great Mills, Md. passed away Feb. 10 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Washington, D.C. Born on March 19, 1961, in Bainbridge, Ga., he is the son of the Jeanne Cowart Glover of Bainbridge, Ga. and the late Roy Kedric Glover. On February 28, 1985, Wade married his beloved wife, Caroline Glover. Together they celebrated 29 wonderful years of marriage. He proudly served the United States Navy for 24 years of dedicated service until his retirement as a Chief Petty Officer. He was currently employed by Global Technology and Management Resources, Inc. as a senior electronics technician. Wade’s family, friends and country were his greatest love. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his daughter, Amber Jeanne Glover of Great Mills, Md.; his siblings, Kathy Harris of Bainbridge, Ga., Debra Riddle of Bainbridge, Ga., Ricky Glover and his wife, Jan of LaGrange, Ga.; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he is also preceded in death by his brother, Richard Glover. Family received friends for Wade’s Life Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., with Remembrances at 4 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. In-
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terment will be private. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Lawrence Oliver “Boy” Hayden, 88 Lawrence Oliver “Boy” Hayden, 88, passed away Thursday, Feb. 12 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, Md. Born on May 4, 1926, in Dynard, Md., he is the son of the late George Lawrence Hayden and Agnes Jeanette Oliver. In 1944 Boy graduated from St. Mary’s Academy. On May 30, 1950, he married his beloved wife, Ruth Ann Nicholson in Leonardtown, Md. Together they celebrated over 64 wonderful years of marriage. He was a lifelong farmer of tobacco, corn and soybeans. He was also a timber spotter for over 20 years. He was a member of the Farm Bureau for 25 years until 1983. He was a member of the Maryland Chesapeake Bay Affairs Commission and the Potomac River Fisheries Commission. His greatest love was for his family and friends. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his daughters, Donna Fournier (Kenneth) of Canterbury, Conn., Sharon Gayer (Lawrence) of Bushwood, Md., Jennifer Boyd (Dr. James Boyd) of Bushwood,
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Md. and Crystal Myslinski (Paul) of Strafford, N.H.; his siblings, Merle Colton of Leonardtown, Md. and James Rholand Hayden (Mary Ann) of Bushwood, Md.; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his daughter, Dell Ann Hayden; and his siblings, George E. Hayden, Sr., Agnes Genevieve Thompson, Francis Perry Hayden, Olive Hayden, and Mildred Hayden. Family received friends on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 23080 Maddox Road, Bushwood, Md. 20618. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Anthony Lickteig at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, Md. 20609 and ACTS, P.O. Box 54, Bushwood, Md. 20618. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Charles William Grove, Jr., 80 Charles William Grove, Jr., 80, of LaPlata, Md. passed away on Feb. 19 in Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. He was born on May 31, 1934 in Baltimore, Md. to the late Elizabeth and Charles Wm. Grove, Sr. Bill served four years in the Navy where he was a photographer on an aircraft carrier, taking picture of the planes taking off and landing. After his years in the services, he went on to become an electrician, and worked in the construction field for 50 years before retiring. Bill Loved playing golf. He married the love of his life, Kathryn May, and they have spent 45 years together raising and loving their children, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife who is his whole world, Kathryn M. Grove, step father of Bonnie Krell (John), Paul Manner (Shirley), Richard Manner, and the late Melanie Dyke. Grandfather of 11, Great Grandfather of 16, and great great Grandfather of 8, he is also survived by his brother, Ronald Grove. Services will be held at a later date in Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic. (rauschfuneralhomes.com)
Viola Rebecca Stonestreet, 88
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Viola Rebecca Stonestreet, 88 of Charlotte Hall, Md., died on Monday, Feb. 16 at Chesapeake Shore Nursing Home in Lexington Park, Md. Born on Oct. 5, 1926 in Mechanicsville, Md., she was the daughter of the late Alton Joseph Herbert and the late Bessie Rebecca Buckler Herbert. Viola was a wonderful homemaker and loved to cook, sew, garden and take care of her family. In addition to her parents, Viola was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Stonestreet, Sr., her son, James, brothers, Charlie, James, Wilmer, Albert, and Howard Herbert, sisters, Isabelle McAllister, Mary Buckler,
Catherine Farrell, and Evelyn Latham. Viola is survived by her son, Tommy Jr., David (Casey), Richard , Donald, daughters, Mary Ann Padgett, Shirley Strine (Jimmy), Jean, Jane, Ruth Flerlage (Tony), Dorothy Gardiner (Pat), Barbara McLaughlin (Mike), Delores Goldsmith (Sam), Theresa Boteler (Brian), Sandy Boteler (Timmy), and Carol Turner (Richard), brother, Wilson Herbert (Martha Ann), 20 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Family received friends for Viola’s Life Celebration Visitation on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. with Prayers at 7 p.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Rd., Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. with Father Kevin Cusick officiating at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 7185 Benedict Avenue, Benedict, Md. 20612. Interment followed at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, 13715 Notre Dame Place, Bryantown, Md. 20617. Serving as Pallbearers were Joey Padgett, Jimmy Padgett, Andy Flerlage, BJ (Brian) Boteler, Patrick Gardiner, Richard Turner, Jr. and Blaize Turner.
SMSGT Richard Bruce Pleger, USAF (Ret.), 71 SMSGT Richard Bruce Pleger, USAF (Ret.), 71, of Scotland, Md., passed away Feb. 17, at his home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous ten-year battle with cancer. Born June 12, 1943, in Witchita, Kan., he is the son of the late Richard Edward Pleger and Mildred Faye Knott Pleger. On Jan. 19, 1962, he married his beloved wife, Myra Jane Pleger. Together they celebrated 53 wonderful years of marriage. Richard was a Jack of all trades, and he especially enjoyed sailing and riding motorcycles. However, his greatest love was for his country and his beloved family. He was an accomplished Eagle Scout and a member of the American Motorcyclist Association. On July 7, 1962, Richard proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force and dedicated over twenty-two years of service to his country until his retirement in 1984 as a Senior Master Sergeant. He enlisted in San Diego, Calif., and served on bases in Germany, Alaska, Utah, North Dakota, and Maryland. He served with the 89th Military Airlift Wing (MAW), known as “Sam Fox,” on Jet Stars. After retirement he managed the galley at Patuxent River Naval Air Warfare Center for nine years and later worked at Lowes and Mitchell’s Landscaping. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his children, Kristen Michele Bullock (Squeaky) of Fredericksburg, Va.; Amanda Kathleen Steele (Jim) of Rawlings, Md.; Bruce Edward Pleger (Donna) of Hollywood, Md.; Micheal Steven Pleger (Corina) of El Cajon, Calif.; and Heather Marie Pleger of Scotland, Md. He is also survived by his siblings Rosemary Jackson of San Diego, Calif.; Jane Gallagher of Santee, Calif.; and Lynne Edmondson of Flora, Ill.. He had eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Family received friends for Richard’s
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Obituaries Life Celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service officiated by Pastor Jason Staten at 11 a.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Sharon Anne Montieth, 61 Sharon Anne Montieth, 61, of Mechanicsville, Md. and formerly of Laurel, Md. passed away on Feb. 19. She was born on June 23, 1953 in Silver Spring, Md. to George B. Allen, Sr. and the late Dorothy (Dehn) Bender. Sharon loved her daughter and grandchildren with all her heart and enjoyed spending time with them as well as her siblings, other family members and friends. Sharon loved to be near the water and playing with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed crossword books, coloring and playing cards. In addition to her mother, Sharon was predeceased by her son, Thomas B. Montieth. Sharon is survived by her father, George B. Allen, Sr; step-mother, Kathy Borras; former husband, Donnie Montieth; daughter, Donna Montieth; brothers, John Allen, George Allen, Jr, Robert Allen, William “Billy” Allen, Robert Bender and Steve Bender; sisters, Barbara Allen, Helen Matchett, Linda Ritch, Sue Mahone, Sherry Brown, Lynn Bender, Jessica Allen and Angie Borras-Mackey; three grandchildren, Tyler Montieth, Nyvaeh Taylor and Charles “CJ” Taylor, Jr; a special adopted nephew, Bryan Swann; brother-in-laws, Greg Alton and Joseph Brown; adopted sister, Cindy Perrine; and many other nieces, nephews and relatives. Family and friends will be received to celebrate Sharon’s life on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622. A Service will begin on Thursday at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions to help with funeral expenses may be made to: Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622. Condolences may be made to the family at: www.brinsfieldecholsfuneral.com
Mary Rachael Keaton, 50 Mary Rachael Keaton, 50 of Lexington Park, Md., passed away on Feb. 16. Family will unite with friends on Friday, Feb. 27 for visitation at 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at BriscoeTonic Funeral Home, 38576 Brett Way, Mechanicsville, Md. Interment to follow at St. Mark’s UAME Church Cemetery, Valley Lee, Md. Pastor Henry Briscoe will be officiating.
Phillip Leo Butler, 66 Philip Leo Butler, 66, son of Sarah Ann Butler and the late Peter Butler, peacefully transitioned to rest on Sunday evening, Feb. 15, at his home in Oakville, Md. Phil, affectionately known to many by his nickname “Chum,” was born on Sept. 6, 1948 in Mechanicsville, Md. He was educated in the St. Mary’s County Public School System, and grew up in the Oakville area. At the age of 16, Phil started his first summer job at a cabinet shop in Waldorf, Md., which was a stepping stone leading to his life-long trade as a skilled and gifted master carpenter and home builder. Phil excelled in his trade, and took great pride in seeing the end results of his hard work. Phil was employed as a home builder for over 40 years, having worked with the Raley Construction Company, and the EZ Construction Company. His experience as a home builder and his partnership in SaTaV with his very special friend, Mike McCauley, played a key role in what would be life-changing for Phil: his dedication to and involvement in one of the first self-help community home building projects in St. Mary’s County. That partnership resulted in the founding of a new community in 1970 in which Phil was very instrumental: King-Kennedy Estates. Phil was awarded Certificates in recognition of his community service. In 1968, Phil met and married Louise Dyson. The mere mention of her beloved Phil could quite easily put a smile in Louise’s heart and a sparkle in her eye. Because of his love for being with family and good friends, many Sundays were spent at “The House” – as the family home fondly became known as – where joy and laughter flowed as freely as the many wonderful home-cooked dishes Phil enjoyed preparing. Nobody could bake a turkey or make a pot of greens quite the way Phil could! His warm and generous heart, his caring ways and deep love for family made these occasions memorable for a lifetime. Phil enjoyed a special closeness with his mom Sarah Ann, and also had very special, warm relationships with his brothers and his sister. After retiring, Phil enjoyed the days of spring and summer sitting under the “big tree” in his yard with friends, fishing with his good buddy Sam, or riding around doing errands and enjoying the community scenery with his brother George and son-in-law Larry – with his fried chicken in one hand, and an ice cold beer in the other. During the last few months of his life, Phil had started to study the Bible with a special family friend, Robin Woodland. No matter how many distractions might have been going on around him, when it was time to study, Phil made those distractions disappear. He always enjoyed their discussions, and followed up his interest by visiting the Kingdom Hall a few times recently. Phil was preceded in death by his beloved wife Louise, his father Peter, and his brother Michael (Sissy). Phil leaves to cherish his memory his five children: Audrey (Larry), Jacqueline (Robert Lee), Phil Jr. (Anjuan), Karren and David; his mother, Sarah Ann, his brothers George (Lala), James-aka “Reds” (Darlene), John (Pam), Larry (Wanda), his sister Shirley, and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.
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Climate Change and Gardens
NBC 4 meteorologist Chuck Bell was the guest speaker at the February meeting of the St. Mary’s County Garden Club, which was held at Cafe des Artistes in Leonardtown. Chuck spoke about his career as a meteorologist, how weather affects our region, and also on climate change issues.
“Party Like a President: True Tales of Inebriation, Lechery, and Mischief from the Oval Office” by Brian Abrams, illustrated by John Mathias c.2015, Workman $14.95 / $18.95 Canada • 272 pages
The campaigning has started already. It sure seems like the last election ended yesterday, but here we go again. So: Democrat? Or Republican? Does policy influence your politics, or do you consider personal matters in the voting booth? Read “Party Like a President” by Brian Abrams, illustrated by John Mathias, and you might drink to both. Like every good citizen, you had a hand in putting somebody in the White House a few years back. Or maybe you didn’t; either way, you expect a sense of steady decorum and respectability from POTUS. But that’s not always what you get. Take our first President: contrary to what pop culture wants you to believe, George Washington wasn’t just some stuffy old guy with bad dentures. Yes, he was tucked snugly in bed by 9 p.m., but there was a reason: in addition to being an accomplished white lightning distiller, ol’ George could reportedly put away the vino. Other presidents were no slouches in that department, either. Thomas Jefferson had a wine budget of somewhere around $300,000 in today’s dollars. James Madison was famous for lively parties, mostly thanks to his wife, Dolley. Andrew Jackson kept his staff properly, um… hydrated. Herbert Hoover enjoyed cocktails throughout Prohibition. But a bit of imbibing isn’t all that’s happened in the White House. The widowed John Tyler unabashedly wooed a woman young enough to be his daughter, as did Grover Cleveland (who also took responsibility for an illegitimate child). Woodrow Wilson was a philan-
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Spring Break at Sotterley
A Week of Family Fun Activities!
Join us for a week of family fun during Spring Break at Sotterley! During the week we offer special programming to include: Guided Trail Walks, Colonial Games on the Portico, Family Archaeology, Learning at the Schoolhouse, Working for the Big House, Living in the Big House, Life at the Slave Cabin, Discovering Sotterley Farm, and Sotterley, A Tidewater Legacy.
BOOK REVIEW
By Terri Schlichenmeyer Contributing Writer
Thursday, February 26, 2015
derer, and Warren Harding liked to nickname his body parts. John Quincy Adams played billiards (gasp!). Ulysses Grant loved his smokes, while Chester Arthur loved to eat… and eat… and eat. Teddy Roosevelt’s drug of choice was caffeine; he was said to drink more than a gallon of coffee every day. JFK was notorious for his many vices, and FDR loved nothing more than a good toga. But not everybody living at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue was wild: Andrew Johnson rarely drank. James Polk was too busy working to indulge in anything. And William Henry Harrison wasn’t in office long enough to do anything improper. Presidents are people, too, so it shouldn’t surprise you that the Oval Office has been the Oh!-val Office a time or two in history. “Party Like a President” makes it all fun to read about. But scandal isn’t only what you’ll find in this book. Because this is, after all, a collection of historical anecdotes, author Brian Abrams also informs his readers while he entertains them with tales of Washington wickedness and Executive excess. Abrams debunks myths, offers up tasty sidebars, and serves up laughs – then he includes authentic drink recipes so we can guzzle with the GOP and dance with the Dems, too. This book obviously isn’t for stuffedshirts who can’t take politics with a sense of playfulness. It’s irreverent, hilarious, and the illustrations by John Mathias make it easy to read - so find this book before the next election. “Party Like a President” will make it easy to plan your next party.
As always, the public is welcome to enjoy these Self-Guided Activities: • Go for a walk on Sotterley’s nature trails! • Birdwatching! • Visit Sotterley’s Colonial Revival Gardens! • Go on the Sotterley Scavenger Hunt! • Have a picnic on the grounds! • Visit Sotterley’s Play Area located behind the Visitor Center! • Visit the Museum Shop for admissions, gifts, books, toys, snacks, and other items for purchase. Admission Prices: $3 per person daily $10 per person Come & Go during the entire week! Sotterley Members get in FREE (per Membership level)! (Additional cost: $5 per person for 1703 Plantation House tour)
LIBRARY ITEMS
Downton Abbey Tea Lovers of the popular Downtown Abbey television show are invited to a Downton Abbey Tea, hosted by Lexington Park branch on Wednesday, March 11 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Teens and adults will come together to discuss the latest season and trivia while wearing their best Downton Abbey-esque attire. Celebrate Pi Day with Southern Maryland Math Circle! Lexington Park branch will hold a special Pi Day themed Southern Maryland Math Circle on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Middle and high-school students and interested adults will enjoy fun, fascinating math activities. St. Mary’s College of Maryland math faculty will conduct this program. Southern Maryland Math Circle is free and snacks will be provided. Lexington Park Branch Book Discussion The Lexington Park branch will hold a book discussion of The Elephant Company: The Inspiring Story of an Unlikely Hero and the Animals Who Helped Him Save Lives in World War II by Vicki Croke on Monday, March 9 at 6 p.m. This book is part biography, part war story, and part wild-
life adventure. Copies of the book are available at the library to check out. Free Introduction to Excel 2010 Class Offered Charlotte Hall branch will hold a free introduction to Excel 2010 class on Wednesday, March 11 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This class is recommended for individuals who are new to Microsoft Excel or have limited spreadsheet experience. Registration is required, and is available on the St. Mary’s County Library website, www.stmalib.org two weeks before the course. Introduction to Windows 7 at Lexington Park and Charlotte Hall The Lexington Park branch and the Charlotte Hall branch will hold a free Introduction to Windows 7 class on Tuesday, March 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will explore the basics of Microsoft’s operating system, learn how to create, store, and manage files and folders, and run multiple programs. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration is required, and is available on the St. Mary’s County Library website, www.stmalib.org two weeks before the course.
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March, Month Long Turkey Shoot Moose Lodge #495 (27636 Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville) – Every Sunday through March, Sign ups at noon, shooting starts at 12:30 p.m. Open to the public, Covered pavilion, 15 rounds *New pay by the round option, Increased Meat and Cash Prizes, Optional $1.00 chance on the Scatter ShotShells provided (practice shots/ targets available for purchase prior to shoot) 12 Gauge Shot Guns - No smaller than .675 choke - Scopes permitted - 36 inch barrel max. Proceeds benefit the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge.
Thursday, Feb. 26 “Grow Garvey” Potomac Building, Room 14 (23115 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown) – noon The Garvey Senior Activity Center Group will provide a status briefing for all Garvey members and concerned citizens on Feb. 26, at the Potomac Building, Room 14 at noon, in Leonardtown, Md. We very much need a great turnout of Garvey Supporters if we are to keep the “Grow Garvey” momentum going. Please join us. Points of contact are Dale Taylor, Chairperson, 301 481 2300; Margaret Forrest, Vice Chairperson, 301-481-5850; Patricia Armstrong, Secretary, 240 298 5653. Orientation-St. Mary’s One Stop Career Center (23110 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown) – 9 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 301-8802800 to register. Integrated Warfighting Capabilities (IWC) Update Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (44219 Airport Rd., California) – 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Friday, Feb. 27 Open Mic Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach Fowler Rd., Chaptico) – doors open at 7 p.m. The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance HomeSpun CoffeeHouse will sponsor an Open Mic. This is a great event with many varieties of music and lots of friendship, so if you haven’t been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start! The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts at 7:30. The admission fee for this event is only $7, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be provided (donations are suggested). For additional information, or to sign up to perform, please contact John Garner at garner@wildblue.net or call John at 301-9044987. Visit www.smtmd.org for directions and more information.
Preschool Registration Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Preschool (27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville) – 6:30 p.m. Preschool Registration Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Preschool will begin community registration for the 2015-16 School Year Friday, Feb. 27, starting at 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a movie with your preschooler, meet the teachers and take a peek into our classrooms. Mt. Zion Preschool offers classes for children ages 2-4. A nonprofit outreach ministry of Mt. Zion UMC Church of Laurel Grove, the preschool is located on Rte. 235 in Mechanicsville near the Apple Basket Country Store. For more information, call 301-884-5455 or visit our web site at www.mtzionpreschool.com. Bingo Father Andrew White School (22850 Washington St., Leonardtown) – doors open at 5:30 Bingo is held each Friday at the Father Andrew White School gymnasium in Leonardtown. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus #1470, doors open at 5:30 and games start at 6:55 p.m. For more information, call Ed Henderson at 301-475-1824 or visit kofcknights.org/ CouncilSite/?CNO=1470. Wine & Design Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad (42356 Rescue Ln., Hollywood) – 6:30 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad is sponsoring a Wine & Design night on Friday, Feb. 27 at 42356 Rescue Lane. Fun begins at 6:30 p.m., cost is $45 and includes an instructor, canvas, paints, easel, brushes and aprons. Light refreshments will be served. To sign up go to: http://www.wineanddesign.com/location/ leonardtown-md/home, go to the calendar, find the date and follow the instructions. Payment must be received in advance. Pass this on to your friends and family. Don’t worry if you can’t paint, it’s a fun night out! Any questions, please call Barbara Wible at 240-298-7443.
Saturday, Feb. 28 Nuno Felted Scarves Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby) – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Instructor Robyn Strayer will be guiding students as they learn how to explore a technique that combines silk and wool through a wet felting process. The lamination of silk and wool creates a beautifully textured and light draping fabric--no needles required! Class is held Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a member cost of $70, and a nonmember cost of $75. There is a materials fee of $18 due to the instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640.
Sunday, March 1 CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Holly Roadfeldt, Piano College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus (115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick) – doors open at 2:30 p.m. Piano soloist Holly Roadfeldt made her orchestral debut with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra at the age of 13 and contin-
ues to be an active solo pianist and chamber musician performing standard and eclectic recital programs in the United States, Europe and Asia. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. Free. rfleming@csmd.edu, 443-550-6011, www.csmd.edu/Arts.
Monday, March 2 Family History: Where Do I Start? Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown) – 2 to 4 p.m. 2-4 p.m., Leonardtown Library. This introductory course will cover where to look for information, filling out charts, organizing information, using the library databases and exploring useful websites. Basic computer skills and an email account are required. Registration required. Free. 301-475-2846. Web address: www.stmalib.org.
Tuesday, March 3 Saving Endangered Languages St. Mary’s College of Maryland Cole Cinema, Campus Center (18952 E. Fisher Road, St. Mary’s City) – 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. A public lecture, “Saving Endangered Languages,” will be given by K. David Harrison, of Swarthmore College. The presentation features photos and video clips of speakers of some of the world’s most endangered languages, from Siberia, India, the USA and other locations, and will demonstrate how indigenous activists and linguists are working to sustain endangered languages through technology, science and art. The lecture, hosted by the Department of Anthropology’s Distinguished Scholar Program, is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Bill Roberts at 240-895-4387 or email wcroberts@smcm. edu.
Wednesday, March 4 Spirit Night Fundraiser Ledo’s Pizza (21911 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park) – 4 to 8 p.m. Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary Spirit Night Fundraiser Dine in or Carry out. LVRSA on your receipt or tell your server/cashier. Thanks for supporting our local rescue squad and our local businesses. Raptors Rule! A Live Birds Of Prey Program Charlotte Hall Library (37600 New Market Rd., Charlotte Hall) – 7:30 to 9 p.m. We expect to host live visitors including Owls, Hawks and Eagles! Mike Callahan is our Raptor Conservation Chairman and an expert on all things Raptor. Children are welcome to this program as Mike helps us understand the habitat, nutritional needs and hunting habits of these magnificent avian predators. Doors open at 7 p.m. so come early and mingle. SMAS President, Michael Patterson, 301-752-5763, Michael. Patterson@pgparks.com.
Thursday, March 5 TPP/ANA Next Generation of Training: Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) Panel & Reception Patuxent River Naval Air Museum (22156 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park) – 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday, March 6 Seusstravaganza! Lexington Park Library (21677 F.D.R. Boulevard, Lexington Park) – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Celebrate the stories of Dr. Seuss with crafts, games, music and Seuss-tastic Story Theater. All ages. Free. 301-863-8188, Web address: www.stmalib.org.
Saturday, March 7 Special Educational Workshop For Teachers & Educators Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Nature Center (2880 Grays Rd., Prince Frederick) – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “Flying Wild” Leader: Kerry Wixted, Biologist II, Maryland DNR Wildlife & Heritage Service This program is aimed at teachers, educators, scout leaders and camp directors. Learn how to teach elementary and middle school age students about birds using the Flying Wild Curriculum. Flying Wild is a hands-on set of lessons designed to teach about birds and their migration habits and what people can do to help birds survive. Learn more at: http://www.dnr.stste. md.us/wildlife/Education/ProjectWildFlyingWild.asp No fee for this class but online preregistration is required by March 1 at www.somdaudubon.org or contact Melissa Boyle at melissaboyle3@gmail.com. Special Educational Workshop Event Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Nature Center (2880 Grays Rd., Prince Frederick) – 2 to 4 p.m. “Bluebird Box Workshop” Leaders: Andy Brown and Melissa Boyle Attention gardeners, birders and nature lovers aged 8 and up! You will learn about the beautiful eastern Bluebird and its habitat requirements while we help you build your own Bluebird nest box. The workshop will also instruct you on how to place, install and maintain your nest box so you will be ready to enjoy your efforts this spring. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee to cover materials is $15. Register by March 1 by email to Melissa Boyle: melissaboyle3@gmail.com. Circle Weaving Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby) – 10:30 to noon Come weave with instructor Erica Daley! Use scraps of fabric, yarn, and ribbon to create circular art that can be used for many different things, such as wall hangings, coasters, potholders, pillows, and more. Participants will be able to choose what they would like to make with their own circles and the instructor will provide many examples for inspiration and ideas. Class is offered on March 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a cost of $35; members $30. There is a $20 to $40 materials fee due at the start of class. Materials fee ranges based upon the fabrics and fibers chosen from the instructor’s supply, but feel free to bring your own unique yarns, ribbons, and fabric scraps as well. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
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Leonardtown to Host Inaugural Southern Maryland Film Festival By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Inaugural Southern Maryland Film Festival will be held Saturday, July 11 in Leonardtown. The idea for a Film Festival came from Bill Stea of the Southern Maryland Film Society, an organization that aims to recognize local filmmakers as well as promote the visibility and understanding of local films to a larger audience. Celebrating film as an art form, Public Relations and Events Coordinator of the Commissioners of Leonardtown Maria Fleming said film festivals are the equivalents of an art gallery exhibit. “It is where filmmakers get to show their work, see each other’s work and interact with the audience. It is something Bill has been wanting to do for a long time, so he approached the Friends of the Leonardtown Theater about the event,” she said. The Friends of the Leonardtown Theater (FOLTLT) mission is to bring films and live performances, along with educational programs, to downtown Leonardtown. Partnering with Stea, the FOTLT came to Leonardtown to find a venue, where Fleming said it was, “…a natural fit for the Arts and Entertainment District.” The details of the Festival are still in the works, but the basic outline has been determined. A committee will review the entries and selects form each category for viewing throughout Leonardtown in such places as The Rex, Big Larry’s, Crazy for Ewe, and Marrick Homes. People attending the event will be able to either buy tickets for individual films or a wristband that allows them to see as many as they would like that day. Audiences will vote, which will be combined with a panel of local judges. Prizes will be awarded in different categories. Fleming noted that the Festival didn’t know what to expect as far as amount of submissions, but hopes the free entry policy will allow many to submit. The deadline is April 30. “We’ve been trying to get the word out to the schools that this is an all-agesevent – and teenagers are so creative and tech-savvy these days – so my bet is on the High School category,” Fleming said. When asked about the importance of films to communities, Fleming remarked that those involved with the Festival see film as art. “…Filmmaking is a means by which artists can tell stories and express their emotions, opinions, moods, and worldview to a wide audience. The audience, in turn, is able to experience the film both individually and as a group – giving a common platform for discussion with personal variations and perspectives.” Fleming also pointed out that not all storytellers have the means to create a blockbuster, or be produced in Hollywood, but their stories are no less important. “In fact, they may get more understanding from the local audience than they would from anywhere else,” she said. In her opinion, local films bring a sense of pride and unity to a community, as they can understand and relate to dialog, characters, and situations. The hope is to make the Southern Maryland Film Festival an annual event. To do this, the Festival is looking for sponsors, in order to keep ticket prices low for audiences. Interested sponsors should contact Theresa Wood at t.a.wood45@ gmail.com. Volunteers for the event will be needed, email smdfilmfest@gmail. com if you would like to help or if you have questions. For updates, and eventually a schedule of movies, locations, and show times, visit www.smdff.org, or the Southern Maryland Film Festival Facebook page. Be sure to mark your calendars for this unique opportunity to support local filmmakers and their perspectives on the world. “Over time, we would like to see a community that embraces film as an art form – and local filmmakers as artists – as much as do they do music and painting,” Fleming said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
The Gary Rue Duo The Line Lounge (22608 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park) – 7 p.m.
DJ Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 11 a.m.
Team Trivia Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.
Team Trivia Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 7 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 27 Justin Myles Full Band Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m. FUBAR Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. The Craze Live Band Anthony’s Bar & Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m. Shades of Gray Band Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28 Vendetta Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 1 John Shaw Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.
Monday, March 2 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m. Karaoke Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3
Karaoke All American Steak House and Sports Theater (35 St. Patrick’s Drive, Waldorf) – 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 5 Team Trivia Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m. The Shift Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6 Big Money Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. 24/7 Band Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 7 Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m. Random Impact Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 8 Swing Away Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.
Monday, March 9 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.
Open Mic Night Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 11 a.m. The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
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$20,000 Up for Grabs in MD/VA Chase for the Championship By Doug Watson Contributing Writer
With the 2015 season less than threeweeks away, some very big news was announced during the off season at Maryland’s Potomac speedway and Virginia’s Winchester speedway. Greg Gunter, who promotes both facilities, has put some big money on the table for the Late Model drivers in a series for both tracks tabbed “The Maryland/Virginia Chase for the Championship.” The chase will consist of 10 races at Winchester and 10 races at Potomac that could see one driver walk off with a cool $20,000 plus numerous contingency awards. “This will be a series within a series,” Potomac and Winchester general manager Denise Hollidge stated. “Each track will still pay points for the regular championship season, but these 20 races between Potomac and Winchester will be a separate deal.” Each “chase race” for the Late Models will pay $3,000-to-win and $300 to start. The top-five drivers in combined points between the 20-races will all see a share of the point fund. If one driver wins both Chase Series titles, that driver will receive $20,000, if there is no overall champion the high point man, within the 20-events, will
receive $5,000 with second taking $3,500, third $3,000, fourth $2,500 and fifth $2,000. To be eligible for point fund money at the end of the series all drivers in, or near the top-five must compete in all 20-events. “We’re really excited about the chase,” Hollidge said. “Greg was looking for a way to do something special for both tracks and we feel the MD/VA Chase series will do just that.” Chase races will run on consecutive nights (Potomac Fridays and Saturdays at Winchester) and there will be no registration fee for the chase races. Hoosier will be the series tire and each car must meet a required weight of 2250lbs (w/ driver) after each event. With all the point money up for grabs and numerous contingency awards, both Rocket Chassis and Swartz Race Cars have come on board to sweeten the pot. If the overall series champion pilots either a Swartz Chassis, or a Rocket Chassis that driver will receive a new chassis, valued at $5,000. Potomac Speedway will kick the series off on Friday, March 27 along with the Limited Late Models, Hobby Stocks, Strictly Stocks and the U-Cars with Winchester swinging into action the following night, March 28 and joining the Late Models will be the RUSH Crate Late Models, Pure Stocks and the U-Cars.
St. Mary’s Men’s Basketball to Face Christopher Newport in CAC Semifinals
The St. Mary’s College of Maryland men’s basketball team found out last night that they’ll be hosting No. 4 seed Christopher Newport University in the semifinals of the 2015 Capital Athletic Conference Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament. Top-seeded St. Mary’s (20-4) will host the Captains (19-7) in the semifinals at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 26th. Fourth-seeded CNU was an 87-81 winner over No. 5 seed Wesley College in first round action Tuesday night. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Tickets are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children (5-10)/senior citizens while St. Mary’s faculty, staff, and students get in for free with their SMCM One-Card. If you cannot attend Thursday’s night action, you can catch the game online at http://portal.stretchinternet.com/smcm/. Thursday night’s other semifinal matchup pits No. 6 seed University of Mary Washington at No. 2 seed Salisbury University. Mary Washington, the defending CAC Champion, upset No. 3 seed Marymount (Va.) University, 63-61, last night during first round play. St. Mary’s, who just received votes in this week’s D3hoops.com Top 25, and the Captains split their regular-season series this year with each team winning on their respective home courts. Christopher Newport picked up a 66-58 win on January 14th while the Seahawks evened up the series with an 88-78 victory on February 18th. The Seahawks enters Thursday night on a 12-game win streak and a 9-0 record this season on Ed Cole Court in the Michael P. O’Brien Athletics & Recreation Center Arena. Senior captain Nicholas LaGuerre (Baltimore, Md./Lansdowne) will lead St. Mary’s on its quest for its fifth CAC Championship Tournament title in eight years. LaGuerre is the conference’s leading scorer with 21.5 points per game and has earned CAC Player of the Week honors four times this season, including garnering the award for this week. CNU brings a two-game win streak into semifinal action Thursday night but is only two games over .500 on the road (7-5). The scoring trio of first-year guard Marcus Carter (12.8 ppg), senior guard Mike Cherry (12.5 ppg), and sophomore forward Tim Daly (12.0 ppg) will look to lead their team back to the CAC title game in just their second year in the conference. Press Release from SMCM
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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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Recreation on St. Mary’s County’s many lakes, creeks, rivers, and the Bay includes a variety of power boats. Marinas abound in almost every cove or bend and they provide safe harborage as well as services. For those who trailer their boats, well-maintained ramps can be found in all of the larger waterways. Some locations charge fees. Most ramps are public access and free. For more information, visit the county Web site or visit Maryland Park Service.
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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 Where to get help with.. help with managing your WATER RESOURCES QUESTIONS landscape by providing information, a site visit, and • Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources, landscape certifications. Fishing Regulations, dnr.state.md.us/ Our yardstick checklist is fisheries/regulations/regindex.asp easy to understand and • Maryland Dept. of Environment, Con- follow, and our team of trained Master Gardeners sumption Guidelines, mde.maryland. can help guide you gov/programs/water/fishandshellfish/ through it while offering pages/programs/waterprograms/ fish%20shellfish%20programs/index. suggestions to improve both the appearance aspx and sustainability of your • St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks, landscape.
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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Ocean Downs Casino On Wednesday, March 25 the Department of Aging & Human Services will sponsor a trip to Ocean Downs Casino. The cost is $40 and includes coach bus transportation and free slot play (free play amount dependent upon group size). Lunch will be on your own at the casino. Valid photo identification is required; participants must be 21 years of age or older. The bus will depart the Garvey Senior Activity Center at 7 a.m. and return at approximately 6:30 p.m. Advance payment required. For more information, call 301-4754200, ext. 1050. “Living Well… Take Charge of Your Health” This program is an evidence-based Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop developed by Stanford University. The workshop is for any person who has one or more chronic conditions and who wants to learn to live more healthfully. It helps people learn everyday skills to manage chronic health symptoms and get the most out of life. Caregivers of a person with a chronic condition are also invited to attend. In the “Living Well… take Charge of Your Health” Workshop held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Mondays, March 16 – April 20 from 1:45 – 3:45 p.m., you will learn how to manage symptoms, how to communicate effectively with doctors, how to lessen frustration, how to fight fatigue, how to make daily tasks easier, and how to get more out of life. To ensure that you get the most out of the program, attendance is recommended at all six sessions. Registration is limited, so sign up now by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050
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On the Road to Better Managing Your Diabetes During this presentation, held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, March 10 at 9:30 a.m., participants will learn more about diabetes, myths and facts surrounding the disease, how to better monitor you diabetes, healthy eating, physical activity, medications, and the importance of having a plan. The presentation will be conducted by MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Health Connections. Sign up in advance for this presentation by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050. Biography Documentary: Shirley Temple Visit the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, March 4 at 10 a.m. to see a 50-minute documentary that traces the careers of this depression-era child star that made her film debut at three years of age. After a few years, Shirley Temple disappeared from the public eye and reappeared much later in the political area. Sign up to watch by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk. Sixteen seats are available. Introductory Pickleball Lessons Pickleball is a game played with a perforated plastic ball and wood or composite paddles on a court similar to badminton. This clinic, held at the Leonard Hall Recreation Center on Tuesday, March 3 and Thursday, March 5 from 8 – 10 a.m., will be facilitated by two experienced Pickleball players who will teach the rules of the game as well as offer additional pointers. Paddles and balls will be provided. This class is designed for those new to Pickleball. The cost is $8 per person. To learn more or to register, call 301-4754200, ext. 1050.
Acrylic Still Life Art sessions in March If you are looking to develop art skills, using acrylics is a great medium for learning. They dry quickly and are easy to work with. Jamie Naluai will be offering a class on painting still-life using acrylic paints at the Loffler Senior Activity Center four consecutive Tuesdays in March beginning March 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost for this series is $90 + $5 supply fee. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk to sign up or to learn more. Full payment is due the first day of class and is payable directly to the instructor. Beginner’s Scrapbooking The Northern Senior Activity Center is having two themed scrapbooking for beginners’ classes on March 17 and April 21 at 9 a.m. The format will be an 8x8 book using kits designed by the instructor. These kits will reflect the class themes, “Blooming Memories” and “Eggstravaganza”. Kits are $5; sign-up deadline is the Friday before class. Attend two consecutive classes and earn a free book, while supplies last. For more information please call 301-475-4002, ext. 1-3101. Easter Jar Craft Set aside an hour or so on Friday March 6 to make a beautiful “Easter in a Jar” project. This craft will take place at the Loffler Senior Activity Center at 10 a.m. Bring a clean glass quart jar with lid (used is great--we can cover the lid up) and $4 to cover the cost of the rest of the materials. Sign up for this project by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk before Wednesday, March 4.
Day Trip to MD Live Casino Grab your friends and have some fun! The Northern Senior Activity Center Council is sponsoring a one-day trip to the MD Live Casino on April 22. Departure time is 8 a.m. from the Northern Senior Activity Center and the cost is $35. Fee covers transportation, $20 slot play, morning/evening refreshment on the bus, and driver gratuity. To sign-up contact Pat Myers at 301-884-8714. Trip to Infinity Theater in Annapolis Make plans now for annual trip to the Infinity Theater in Annapolis. On June 18 we will enjoy a lunch buffet at The Broadneck Café followed by a matinee production of “Ring of Fire”, a musical that celebrates the artistic contributions of the legendary Johnny Cash. From the opening chords of vintage Rockabilly to gentle songs of love and deep faith, this production packs a score that provides a rich fabric in which to lay down the story of Johnny Cash. Giving the music the spotlight, a core group of talented actor/musicians celebrate the songs that are a part of our collective experience, such as “A Boy Named Sue,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and of course, “Ring of Fire.” For your convenience, pick up locations will be at all three senior activity centers in the morning. We will arrive in Annapolis around 11:30 a.m. and will be at the theater in time for the 2 p.m. show. We should be back in St. Mary’s County around 6 p.m. Cost for this trip is $85, which includes: luxury motor coach transportation, lunch buffet, show, snacks, water and all gratuities including bus driver tip. Contact Shellie Graziano at 301.737.5670 ext. 1655 or by e-mail: Sheila.Graziano@stmarysmd.com for more information.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
James C.Cheseldine, Pt. I By Linda Reno Contributing Writer James C. Cheseldine, son of James H. Cheseldine and Susan Louisa Husemann, was born in 1872. By 1896 he moved to Washington, D.C. and married Emma Florence Scott. The couple had two sons, James Francis (born 1897) and Hudson B. (born 1907). While James worked for the federal government, he was barely making a living and after 10 years of service had never had a pay raise. He took matters into his own hands and wrote a letter to his Congressman. “March 24, 1916: Hon. John Walter Smith, United States Senate, Washington, D. C. Sir: Will you please use your influence in my behalf with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Commissioner of Internal Revenue to see if you can obtain an increase for me or have me placed that I may get an increase? I am unable to support my family of four on the small salary of $660 per annum which I am now getting as an unskilled laborer in the Bureau of Internal
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Revenue, so please help me to get an increase. I have been doing messenger work for a year or more. Why cannot I be placed on the rolls as a messenger or as a minor clerk? I think, as one of your constituents, 1 am not asking too much, simply to get a small increase in pay of from $5 to $10 more a month. I was born and raised in Milestown district, St. Marys County, fifth congressional district of the State of Maryland. As to my ability as a messenger, I bog to refer you to Chief of Law Division. Mr. P. S. Talbert; Mr. B. C. Keith, Chief of Miscellaneous Division; Mr. Hubbard, Chief of Assessment Division; and Mr. Marstella and Mr. Hyam, section chiefs in the same division; Mr. P. S. Stephenson, Mr. T. E. King, and Mr. Wilbur, chief and section chiefs, respectively, in the Division of Distilled Spirits; and Mr. U. Brenizer, Chief of Claims Division. I sincerely trust that you will work for the passage of the Nolan bill. Hoping that you will do all in
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your power to assist me. I am. Respectfully, James C. Cheseldine, Bureau of Internal Revenue, Treasury Department.” The response to the Senator from B. R. Newton, Acting Secretary of the Treasury Department dated March 30, 1916 stated that James Cheseldine was an unclassified employee and had no civil service status that would permit his assignment to another job paying more money. Hearings were ongoing on Capitol Hill and James asked to make a statement before the subcommittee. April 4, 1916: STATEMENT OF MR. JAMES C. CHESELDINE, OF WASHINGTON, D. C, UNSKILLED LABORER, BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE, UNITED STATES TREASURY DEPARTMENT. Mr. Cheseldine. Mr. Chairman, I am an unskilled laborer in the Government service. I am here in behalf of the laborers in the Internal Revenue Office of the Treasury Department, and also in behalf of other laborers in the department. I came here on my own initiative. To be continued.
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By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer The memories of small things. This morning I was trying to clear papers, mail, journals, and other items that have not found their proper homes yet off of our dining room table / desk / art table when I saw a sticky ring left from some early morning cup of tea. I better get out the pledge and clean that spot off of my well used and loved oak table. A few inches below the ring I spied a perfectly round indentation about the size of a pencil eraser, but it was not an eraser which made this dent. It was the tip of a wooden dowel that was hammered through the bottom layer of a nearly made three tier wedding cake. Specifically, a wedding cake being lovingly constructed for my husband’s and my wedding later in the week. My husband’s late mother, Shirley was creating my dream wedding cake; the one I probably dreamt of as a little girl. Shirley took my descriptions of my fantasy cake and made them a reality. Three beautiful tiers of creamy yellow frosting with yellow roses – my favorite; that was what I hoped for. What I (we) received on our wedding day was more than I ever wished for. Yellow roses with trailing leaves adorned the rim of each layer with rosettes piped all the way around. The top layer sat atop four columns with the wedding couple embracing in the center. The top layer was covered with yellow roses and green leaves with strands of pearls draped around the cake top. Does this sound like most cakes you have seen? It may. Our wedding cake was made extra special on that mid November day in 2001 because of the week that came before and the strength of my Mother-in-law and of her family. The months before our wedding was a time of failing health for my soon-to be father in law, Lou. There were times that he and everyone else thought he would make it to and through the wedding. Lou even mentioned in the hospital that he wanted to be at our wedding. My in laws had already been in Florida for quite some time at that point. For the three weeks before our wedding, my husband stayed in Florida to be with his parents during this trying time. I stayed at home and worked on our wedding preparations. Unfortunately, my Father-in-law died a week before the wedding, but with his family all with him. We all hoped so badly that something wonderful would happen, as do all people in crisis situations, and that he would make a comeback and be well enough to attend. There was so much to plan for my husband and his family; getting everyone back from Florida, the funeral, wake, and then be ready for a wedding. We had the funeral on a Tuesday, our rehearsal on a Thursday and the wedding on Saturday. And with all that going on, my Mother-in-law, Shirley still insisted on creating a masterpiece of a cake. The family all thought making the cake would probably be the best thing for her at that time. How many of us who just lost their husband could do something like that? And she stayed up with me til almost 2 in the morning the night before the wedding while I made 25 lbs. of spaghetti and meatballs. She kept talking to me so I wouldn’t fall asleep while she did her finishing touches on the cake. I still laugh when I think of my son telling me after he helped Shirley get the cake to the old Hughesville American Legion Hall, “I am not driving with Mrs. Oppermann again, she took those turns so fast and I thought the cake was going to slide and break.” She did have a lead foot at times. And I must admit I would cringe when she made cakes and would hammer the dowel support rods through the cakes leaving those round dents in the table over the ten years she lived with us. But on the day last week, which by chance happened to be the day of her passing three years ago, when I noticed that one particular dent, I smiled and wished I could see her make one more cake and hammer one more dowel into that table. Just a small dent, but such a big memory.
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Rubber Ducky, You’re the One… By Laura Joyce Contributing Writer It’s a little bit hard to believe, in the depths of the coldest winter I can remember, that before long people will once again be saying things like, “Hot enough for you?” and “It’s not the heat; it’s the humidity.” The fact is, though, that we’re almost into March, and from there, April will bring those hopeful, softer moments of early spring: the sight of a green shoot rising up from the soil carrying a daffodil to the surface, the longer days, the warmer mornings. Almost before we know it, summer will be here, following one of our unique Maryland springs, a season that often takes us from bitter cold to relentless heat without much middle ground between the two. Summer means different things to different people: playing flashlight tag in the dark evenings as a child; hearing the tinny music of an ice cream truck meandering down the road; swimming in pools and ponds and rivers. For me, summer took on a wonderful, crazy new memory last year. It’s one I won’t forget: hundreds of people gathered on a hot, hot, hot day in mid-summer to watch the spectacular sight of bathtubs racing through the waves… and all of it for a good cause! The First Annual Rubber Ducky Invitational Bathtub Boat Races raised essential funds for the Center for Family Advocacy, allowing the Center’s advocates and attorneys to keep doing the life-saving work they do, representing victims of domestic violence in court and helping them build lives free from abuse. I have a feeling that the bathtub boat races are always going to signal summer to me in the years ahead, and I’m glad—and relieved—to know that all we have to do is get through another few months of this cold and snow and ice until we’re warm once again, and celebrating the 2nd Annual Rubber Ducky Invitational! If you can’t hold out until June, that’s okay: this coming Monday, March 2, at 6:00 p.m. at Stoney’s at Clark’s Landing, there’s going to be an informational kick-off meeting. Representatives from the world of bathtub boat
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building—bet you didn’t know they had representatives, let alone a ‘world’—will be on hand to answer questions about bathtub and engine specifications, boat-building strategies, the race categories, and more. The Center is also hoping to have a bathtub boat on hand for new builders to check out for ideas. If you were one of the hundreds of people who came out for last year’s inaugural races, you know how much fun we all had. If you didn’t make it to the races, you won’t want to miss the fun a second time! There was music, great food and drinks, friendships new and old, and, of course, the unbeatable, wacky fun of watching grown men and women riding at ridiculous speeds through the waves in their souped-up tubs, cheered on by the huge crowds. This year there will be two events, each with multiple categories of competition: the first races will be held on June 6 at Stoney’s at Clark’s Landing. The second, championship round will be held in early September at Fitzie’s. Now’s the time for teams to form and get the info needed to build a boat of their own. I’m imagining this year’s races featuring teams of helicopter-builders from PAX (if you can build a presidential helicopter, imagine what you could do with a bathtub boat!), teams of engineers wowing the crowds with technology, and teams of family or friends or both amazing the spectators with their creativity! The only limits are your imaginations and the building specifications (you bring the first and we’ll supply the second at the meeting on Monday). Before your winter-frozen brain can forget, take a minute to mark this coming Monday, March 2nd in your calendar for an early taste of summer. Right about now, we could all use a reminder that, like all good things, summer really will come around again—this time, in bathtubs racing through the waves at the 2nd Annual Rubber Ducky Invitational! If you have questions before the meeting, call the Center at 301-373-4141.
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