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Calvert Commissioner Tom Hejl welcomes all to the Pi Day celebration held at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick on March 14.
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Sergeant Kent Gregory said by the end of the expansion the department will have 12 new police dogs – five specifically for patrol and seven for special operations. “Patrol is the backbone of the agency; they’re the ones you see on the road, handling calls every day and running traffic stops,” Gregory said.
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Huntingtown High School sophomore Dia Brown presented her winning history fair project about Harriet Elizabeth Brown versus the Board of Education during the annual Women of the World luncheon.
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Public Hearing on March 24 By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Do you know how your tax dollars are spent? Come out to the public hearing
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The staff recommended budget is affected by the governor’s proposed budget,
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The biggest hit was more than $3 million in lost funding to Calvert County The Board of County Commissioners budget is one of the most reasonable Hayden has seen, and would have worked well if the governor’s budget held funding Until the governor’s budget is approved, state funding levels will be moving
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Is Calvert County Ready for Electronic Signs? By Sarah Miller Staff Writer
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Should businesses in your community have electronic signs? Do you have something to say? Come out to one of the scheduled community meetings, to be held “Signs are contentious by their very nature,” said Department of Community Planning and Building Director Tom The Board of County CommissionCommunity Planning and Building and Economic Development to host a forum tunity to review current sign ordinances Since then, an ad hoc committee of business owners, citizens groups, members of county appointed boards and commissions and residents has met regularly to study the issue further and develop a set of proThe regulation changes include the types of signs allowed, how tall and big for the community to be involved in the “We’ll go any place, anytime, to talk The regulations will likely not make Sign Regulation Community Meetings Huntingtown High School Cafeteria
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Calvert Cliffs Cited By Nuclear Watch Group
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A report issued by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) puts two reactor shutdowns at Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in Lusby at the top of its list of “near misses” in 2014. Those two incidents, which resulted from snow being blown into critical electri-
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cal systems, were part of a group of four incidents that have taken place since 2010. The UCS was critical of the handling of the shutdown of reactors No. 1 and No. 2 by Exelon Corporation, the plant’s owners, and differed with the finding of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission that the plant personnel could not have prevented it. “Twice within the past five years, precipitation leaked into the Calvert Cliffs nuclear plant and shorted out electrical power supplies, causing one reactor to automatically shut down and components to malfunction that should have protected the second reactor from automatically shutting down,” the report said. “Precipitation occurs all across the United States and hits dozens of nuclear power plants, but none — except Calvert Cliffs — have experienced multiple reactor shutdowns due to similar intrusions of moisture. “In other words, other plant owners have successfully prevented even one intrusion event while Calvert Cliffs has been unable to prevent repeated events.” Lacey Dean, spokeswoman for Exelon Corporation, said despite the concerns of the UCS Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which oversees the operations of all nuclear plants in the county, sided with Exelon. “The report from the NRC showed we handled the situation correctly,” Dean told The County Times. An official statement from Exelon said that the incident in question in the UCS report was not just caused by simple precipitation. “Calvert Cliffs has a strong history of safe, reliable operations and high standards for equipment maintenance. In January 2014, we experienced an electrical malfunction when severe winds damaged an outdoor electrical enclosure,” the statement read. “The plant is designed to shutdown automatically and it responded as designed. The NRC’s supplemental inspection report confirms that the condition was fully addressed and that our actions and responses were appropriate.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Women of the World Recognized at Luncheon
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Commission for Women and League of Women Voters joined forces to present the 13th Annual Women of the World Awards Luncheon on March 14. The guest speaker was Huntingtown High School sophomore Dia Brown, the winner of the 2014 Harriet Elizabeth Brown History Fair Award. Her presentation was performance-based; with Brown playing the parts of Harriet Elizabeth Brown and Thurgood Marshall in a one-woman drama detailing their battle to get equal pay for African-American teachers in Calvert County Public Schools. “We do not accomplish as a gender. We do not accomplish as a race. We accomplish as a people,” Brown said. Brown and 2014 history fair junior division winners Nina St. Hillaire and Danielle Frye, both of Plum Point Middle School, were recognized for their projects during the WOW luncheon. sarahmiller@countytimes.net Photos by Sarah Miller
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Calvert Democrats Honor Working Men and Women
The economy and jobs were a focus of the 17th Annual Louis L. Goldstein Dinner, held by the Calvert County Democratic Party at the Rod N’ Reel in Chesapeake Beach on March 12. The dinner honored “The Working Men and Women of the Labor Movement.” Department of Labor Secretary Tom Perez was the guest speaker for the evening. He had positive news, saying the number and quality of available jobs throughout the state continue to rise. People who have been hearing the word “no” over and over are now getting hired. “It’s remarkable what people in Maryland are doing, their resilience,” Perez said. 2015 Award Winners Dan Pike Volunteer of the Year Award Ann Brown Community Service Award Kelly McConkey
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CMH Golf Classic Set for May 18 at Lake Presidential
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ease to different types of cancer. Players and sponsors rave about this popular golf tournament that generates thousands of dollars for equipment and special projects for Calvert Memorial each year. Since it began in 1990, the Benefit Golf Classic has raised more than $1 million. Last year’s proceeds helped realize a new patient portal that allows hospitalized patients the ability to access essential medical information that makes it easier for them to manage their care when they return home. “There are a variety of sponsor opportunities to choose from,” said Dixie Miller, director of the CMH Foundation, “Each of these sponsorship levels offers your business the opportunity to network with many area business leaders and executives while supporting a great cause.” Event organizers are excited about returning to the championship-caliber course at Lake Presidential. Named by Golf Magazine to their list of “The Top 10 New Courses in the U.S.” and the #2 “Course You Can Play” in Maryland by GolfWeek, the course offers a great layout and challenging play. “We look forward to seeing everyone for a day of great golf and great fun,” said event co-chair Pat Petricko of Pat Petricko/REMAX 100. “With spaces filling up, register now and remember to invite your friends and colleagues to play.” Petricko is co-chairing the charity tournament with longtime supporter Jay Fowler of AAA Transport. The cost is $500 per player and includes a round of golf plus cart, along with breakfast, lunch, beverages on the course, putting contest, an awards dinner, golfer’s gift and prizes for the winning teams. Tee times are at 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Space is limited so register early! Lake Presidential does not permit blue jeans on the course and golf shirts and soft spikes are required. The event also includes hole-in-one contests, prizes for closest to the pin and longest drive. Those interested in registering can go online at www.calverthospital.org or call the Foundation office at 410-414-4570.
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Former Paralegal Sentenced to Five Years for Theft-Scheme Charge By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer
A former paralegal was sentenced to five years after she was convicted for stealing from a trust fund designated for a special needs child. On Wednesday, March 11, Judge James Salmon sentenced Carrie Davis, 36, to 15 years with all but five years suspended at the Division of Correction for the charge of theft-scheme of over $100,000. The maximum penalty for this charge is 25 years. Davis entered into an Alford plea agreement on Nov. 20, 2014, which gave her the sentencing guidelines of two to five years in prison, however, the defense and state were able to argue their reasoning for either going below or above the guidelines. According to Assistant State’s Attorney Kathryn Marsh, who prosecuted the case, Davis stole $157,268.75 from the eight-year-old child’s special needs trust fund. During the court proceedings, the defendant’s attorney, Anthony Mayo, stated his client had a $200 personal check to put toward the restitution, which Marsh said she found “insulting.” During the defendant’s plea hearing, Judge Salmon told Davis she needed to make an effort in paying the stolen money back. The $200 check was the first form of payment Davis attempted to make – Marsh said the state would not accept this form of imbursement. Davis worked as a paralegal for the law firm Cumberland and Erly LLC, located in Prince Frederick, for 18 months. According to police reports, Laurence Cumberland is the trustee of the fund designated for the child. As the fund’s trustee, Cumberland is responsible for distributing checks from the fund for specific and essential needs of the minor.
According to police documents, the theft was found through an audit performed by Donna Sealy. Sealy stated she discovered 27 checks missing from the minor’s file. She stated the checks were removed from the file in a random, non-sequential order and due to the missing check numbers not located in the corresponding monthly bank statements, she contacted the bank to obtain duplicates of the 2012 to 2013 bank statement and after review found that each of the 27 missing checks were made payable to Davis. Davis also forged Cumberland’s signature on each check. Since he is the trustee of the account, only he could sign the check to make it an authentic document redeemable for cash. According to police documents, Davis had direct access to the trust fund file; monthly bank statements; and her position at the law firm allowed her to “study and master” the trustee’s signature, which allowed her to forge the signature. According to police documents, Davis had three accounts with TD Ameritrade and began depositing checks from the trust fund into her personal accounts in October of 2012; the deposits ceased in July of 2013. Police indicate that Davis deposited 21 of the 27 stolen checks into one of her three bank accounts; police confirmed that the remaining six checks were made cash payable to Davis. According to Marsh, Davis spent the money on “selfish” items, which included four Coach designer handbags, airline tickets, a degree in criminal justice, and over $1,000 in purchases from Lord and Taylor, BJ’s, Raleys Furniture, and Target. Marsh described the act as “reprehensible” for using the stolen funds for a criminal justice degree and stated the defendant only wanted to “live above her means.” Cumberland spoke during the court proceedings and
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stated the defendant committed “five separate criminal acts” each time she stole from the fund. “Every day I would come into the office and see her smiling face while she was stealing,” he stated to the court. “I haven’t seen any demonstration of Carrie’s concern for what she did. I suspect she’s sorry for getting caught,” he continued. John Erly, who is the other partner of the law firm, requested the judge sentenced Davis above her guidelines. He stated the defendant’s motivation was pure greed and said he did not believe she “learned her lesson.” Mayo stated his client suffered from depression and completed a theft intervention course. “I feel sending her to jail will harm more than help. I don’t know how she will pay the restitution if she is in jail,” Mayo stated to the court. Davis, who was bawling throughout the entire court proceedings, stated she would never do anything that would land her in any courtroom again. “There are no words to express how sorry I am for what I’ve done,” she said. The judge stated her actions were “very evil” to steal from a special needs child and agreed with the state stating that a $200 check is “insulting considering you stole over $150,000.” Upon release from her the five-year incarceration, Davis is ordered to pay restitution and will be on five years of supervised probation. She is also required to provide a DNA sample and have no contact with the Cumberland and Erly law firm. lauren@somdpublishing.net
Prince Frederick Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Role in Armed Robbery
By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer A Prince Frederick man was sentenced to 18 months at the Calvert County Detention Center for his role in a convenience store armed robbery. On Wednesday, March 11, Judge Mark Chandlee sentenced Thomas Brian Smith, Jr., to 10 years with all but 18 months suspended, for his part in the Good Day Market armed robbery. According to police reports, Smith was the driver of the getaway vehicle during the Aug. 3, 2014 robbery of the Good Day Market; he was also the driver in the Sept. 2, 2014 home invasion/armed robbery of a Prince Frederick residence. Assistant State’s Attorney Kathryn Marsh, who prosecuted the case, stated the defendant’s crimes were “drug-fueled.” Anthony Mayo, Smith’s defense attorney, stated his client was gainfully employed at the time of his arrest and said his client was a volunteer for the Prince Frederick Rescue Squad. Mayo also stated his client has an 11-year-old son and an eight-year-old daughter. Smith’s mother, father and wife were present during the hearing and addressed the court during the proceedings. “…Not only is he a wonderful father and husband, he is an overall great man,” Danielle Hayes said of her husband. “Brian doesn’t have a violent bone in his body. He needs to be out; he needs to be home,” Nancy Smith said. Mayo said his client has been a “model inmate” and attends Alcoholics Anonymous and religious services at the facility on a regular basis. Before the judge handed down his sentence, Smith was given a chance to speak. “I do have an opiate problem and I take full responsibility for my actions,” he stated to the court. “I’m glad you acknowledged the problem you have with drugs…[but] you can’t just hide behind the fact that you were just driving,” the judge stated to the defendant. Judge Chandlee ordered Smith to complete the JSAP program, which is the
detention center’s rehabilitation program. He stated once he successfully completes the program he would authorize work release. Upon his release, Smith will be on five years of supervised probation and during the probation period he is not allowed to use any type of drugs or alcohol. Smith was also ordered not to have any contact with the victims in the two robberies and he was also ordered to pay restitution. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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Evan K. Slaughenhoupt Jr. (R)
Boy Scouts of America (BSA) was inspired by and modeled on the Boy Scout Association established by Baden-Powell in Britain in 1908; and became incorporated on February 8, 1910. In the early 1900s, several youth organizations were active, and many became part of the BSA. The annual National Girl Scout Day March 12 celebrates Girl Scouting that began March 12, 1912, when Juliette Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop meeting. From its initial forming of 18 girls, this organization grew to over 3.7 million members. Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scout program. Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest rank attainable by Girl Scouts. “Four Percent: The Story of Uncommon Youth in a Century of American Life”, by Michael Malone explains how so very few scouts achieve this highest rank, but also the story of many Eagles – a President of the United States, astronauts (including Neil Armstrong), Medal of Honor recipients, Nobel prize winning scientists, authors, movie stars, titans of industry, Senators, Congressmen and Governors, civil rights leaders, and many others. The book also mentions the achievement of Girl Scout Gold as well. When our scouts in Calvert County achieve these highest honors, County Commissioners are invited to attend the award ceremonies hosted by the scout parents. Commissioners strive to attend these events. Typically, Commissioner Pat Nutter, who purchased the “Four Percent” book explains why he brings that book with him and requests the scout’s signature within its pages. He now has over 200 such signatures. As a Commissioner, I typically have the honor of reading the formal Proclamation recognizing the awarding of these highest honors as well as introducing to the audience former Commissioner Linda Kelley, who is the Board of County Commissioner’s Ambassador to Scouting. Commissioner Kelley provides tailored remarks and presents a Calvert County Flag gift to the scout so that individual may always remember where they were raised, loved, and where they earned their highest scouting award. Having attended many of these ceremonies it does give hope that America’s future is bright with these young people as our future leaders. To learn more about both organizations, consult www.scouting.org and www.girlscouts.org.
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Sheriff’s Office Tackling Drug Epidemic By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer “We have this drug issue in this county. We took that idea and ran with it,” Sheriff Mike Evans (R) said. This new idea is the expansion of narcotic canines within the sheriff’s department. Sergeant Kent Gregory said by the end of the expansion the department will have 12 new police dogs – five specifically for patrol and seven for special operations. “Patrol is the backbone of the agency; they’re the ones you see on the road, handling calls every day and running traffic stops,” Gregory said. Gregory explained that the five dogs will be added to the patrol bureau in order to guarantee that a narcotic dog is available every day and at all hours of the day. He said the department already had three dogs go through the initial training and they will add two more dogs. Gregory stated that when the expansion is completed in August the sheriff’s office would have one single-purpose narcotic dog on every patrol and one assigned to the North Beach and Chesapeake Beach area. “The five in patrol are just single-purpose drug dogs, [the] dual trained dogs and the bomb dogs - they all fall under special operations,” he stated. Gregory said that four of the single-purpose narcotic dogs for patrol are paid for by drug money that was seized; the other canine was donated to the department. Gregory said the canine’s prices range from roughly $4,000 to $7,500. Gregory said the K-9 unit, in training, falls under special operations. These patrol dogs, unlike the single-purpose drug dogs, have a set of 10 skills, which are evidence and article search; detection; building search; area search; aggression control; outs; recalls; gunfire; and tracking. Gregory explained that evidence search could consist of a suspect disposing of a weapon, which the canine needs to locate; article search could be if a police officer loses the magazine to his gun, then the canine will have the ability to locate it. Detection is the dog’s ability to actually locate narcotics; building search is the canine’s ability to find a suspect; area
search is the dog’s ability to find a suspect in places such as woods or lots. Aggression control is the police officer’s ability to control the canine’s aggression. “It’s the reason [the] dog didn’t just run up and bite you or me,” Gregory explained. Outs is the ability to call a dog off a bite; Gregory explained that when a dog does have to bite a suspect, the police officers have the ability to stop the dog from attacking in order to avoid excessive force against a suspect. Gregory described recalls as a police officer’s ability to send the dog after a suspect and then have the canine retract his aggression. “…When that suspect runs, maybe that dog is deployed and that backup officer gets in between the dog and the dog doesn’t know and the dog goes to bite that police officer, a recall [is] that ability to say ‘no, don’t bite him’ and call him off of that,” he explained. The skill of gunfire is the canine’s ability to stay out of areas where gunfights are occurring. “If a bad guy has a gun or we need to use our gun, we’re not going to use the dog; he’s useless to us. The dog has to stay out of the way; he can’t get all crazy,” Gregory said. Tracking, which Gregory said is the hardest skill, is the dog’s ability to locate a suspect who has fled from police. “[Tracking] is when a dog follows the path of a man and locates either evidence or the man at the end of the track. It’s one of the hardest things and it’s one of the things we have to train the most to do, but we do a lot of it. We track a lot of people – a lot of people run from us and we have to track them,” he explained. Gregory said these patrol dogs are in training school for 18 weeks, with basic schooling only lasting eight weeks. Gregory also explained the specific training that the canines go through in order to make them proficient in locating large supplies of narcotics. “We take each odor and we break it down and generally I start with marijuana, but it really doesn’t matter. I’ll start with one odor [and] I’ll get the dog completely trained on that odor in every aspect and then it’s
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simply introducing a new odor.” He stated not only do canines have a more powerful sense of scent, but they can also separate odors and create a “scent picture” inside their mind. Gregory said in order to avoid the canine “sitting” on objects associated with narcotics he will place the objects all over the room. “Dogs are so powerful they will create a scent picture. So if I always hide drugs in a canvas bag, the canvas bag becomes a part of that scent picture, so there is a chance that he will just hit on [the] canvas bag, so we have to separate the different odors and make sure it’s only targeted odors, it’s only marijuana that we want the dog to hit on,” Gregory explained. He said to avoid this mistake he will package the narcotics in different types of packaging, like paper, plastic or metal containers. “…Just to see how proficient the dog is, I’ll take a dollar bill or a piece of plastic, I’ll stick it in with my narcotics, a lot of times it sits there for days, weeks, months, some stuff has been in there for years, and I’ll take that out and I’ll just sit it somewhere and I’ll see the dog hit on that – there’s no drugs, there’s only odor and so that is when I know a dog is truly on that odor,” he explained. Gregory said they generally train the canines with larger quantities of drugs in order for the canine to locate the largest amount possible. “Generally, we don’t go under five grams and we usually stay around 20 to 50 grams, that makes the dog really be able to hit that odor and also we don’t want our dogs hitting on very minute amounts. What we see is the larger amounts we use, the harder the dog will work to get to that source versus when we use very small amounts,” he explained. “What we want is when we do a search warrant and we search a room we want the dog to find the largest amount – the false wall, where they’re hiding their big stash. If the dog runs over to a pair of pants and hits on the clothing that the suspect was wearing when he smoked marijuana, that’s not ideal. Now, if that smaller amount is the only thing available at the time, they’re going to hit on it,” he continued. Gregory stated the training school was completed on March 6 and within a week the sheriff’s office was able to have eight “drug finds” thanks to the addition of the new canines. lauren@somdpublishing.net
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The Calvert County Times The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Derward Blake Harper, 55, of North Beach passed away March 9, at his residence. He was born Aug. 5, 1959 in Vietnam to Howard and Dorothy Harper. Blake’s father worked for the State Department and they lived in Latin America for many years. The family later moved to North Carolina, where he attended college. After graduating, Blake moved to Washington, D.C. and to Calvert County in 1992. He was a self-employed technical recruiter or “Head Hunter”, working for the FBI, CIA and NSA. He married Karen Anne Tenny on Oct. 9, 2004, and they made their home in North Beach. Blake enjoyed photography, the outdoors and was a certified diver. Blake was a very caring person and was always helping others. He is survived by his wife Karen Anne Harper, sisters Beth Smith of Tenn., and June Stegall and husband Steve of Wash. and a brother Howard Harper and wife Maritza of N.C. Also surviving are a niece Michelle Smith, nephew Michael Smith, nieces Arielle and Liana Stegall, and Claritza Ortiz, a cousin Miriam Harper of N.C., and many other cousins. Services for Mr. Harper will be private. To leave condolences visit rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Alfred Raymond Toone, 79 Alfred Raymond Toone, 79, of Tracy’s Landing, Md. passed away March 2, at his residence. He was born Sept. 5, 1935 in Washington D.C. to Raymond Franklin and Mildred Elizabeth (Caton) Toone. Al was a 1953 graduate of Bell Vocational & Technical Institute and went on to serve a four year apprenticeship with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Local 1694. He went to work for W.T. Gallagher in Georgetown. In the early 1960’s Al founded T & W Woodworking, an architectural millwork company, with a partner, Robert Williams, for many years. His craftsmanship can be seen in churches, museums, restaurants and government office buildings throughout Washington, D.C. and Maryland. In 1976, his company created a special outside exhibit at the National Arboretum displaying the Bonsai Trees gifted to the United States from Japan. He operated the company until retiring in 2011. Alfred joined the Glen Echo Volunteer Fire Department as a teenager and remained an active member for 35 years. He was also an assistant Scout Master of Troop #61 in D.C. Various outings with the scouts allowed him to cover all 181 miles of the C & O Canal and experiences at Camp Goshen provided fond memories for him as well as the scouts. Al had an extensive collection of toy trains and made many friends through this hobby. Alfred could be found most Sunday mornings in the kitchen creating his delicious pecan waffles for the family.
Al was a devoted husband, father, stepfather and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Robert Toone and son Lawrence Toone. Surviving are his wife Claudia Toone of Tracy’s Landing; children Alfred R. Toone, Jr. and his wife Marilyn of Waldorf, Linda Toone of Thurmont, Andrew Toone and his wife Denise of Silver Spring, Laurine Toone of Silver Spring, Nanette Weber and her husband Peter of Silver Spring, Gregory Tomas and his wife Melissa of Niles, Mich. and Eric Tomas of Torrington, Conn.; thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and a brother Franklin Toone and his wife Sharon of Kent Island, Md. Also surviving is his constant K9 companion Dixie. A Service was held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 8816 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach, with a celebration of Al’s Life immediately following in Padua Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Deale Volunteer Fire Department, 6007 Drum Point Road, Deale, Md. 20751.
Terrance F. Aichele, “Terry”, 72 Terrance F. Aichele, “Terry”, 72, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away March 8, after a long courageous battle with brain cancer in Burnett-Calvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick, Md. He was born on Feb. 15, 1943 to the late Franklin Aichele and Elizabeth Coshland Aichele in Philadelphia. Terry was a 30 year career Philadelphia Fire Fighter. He played softball until he was in his 60’s, he was an avid sports fan who cheered for the Flyers, Eagles and the Phillies. He enjoyed horse racing and made an annual trip to Saratoga in New York to watch his favorite horse “Your Time is Up” race. He adored and was adored by his three dogs, Pawn, Murt, and Fitzy who are no longer with us. In Terry’s community, he presided over “Man Land”. Terry is survived by his wife, Maureen Aichele, father of Stephen R. Aichele and Christopher P. Aichele, grandfather of Ryan Reed Aichele, who was the light of his life. Terry is also survived by his mother, Elizabeth Aichele, siblings, Christopher Aichele (Nancy), Jeffrey Aichele (Cindy) and Madeline Merz, (Ed) and many beloved nieces and nephews and in-laws. The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation on Saturday, March 21, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic. Memorial contributions may be made to the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House.
Eleanor Claire Frye, 81 Eleanor Claire Frye, 81, of Lothian Passed away March 4, at George Washington University Hospital, Washington, D.C. She was born Feb. 10, 1934 in Washington,
D.C. to Raymond Lodge and Josephine (Birkle) Taylor. Claire was a graduate of St. Cecelia’s High School in Washington, D.C. After graduating, she worked in her family’s restaurant in Indian Head, Md. before embarking on a career with the United States House of Representatives as a case worker. Claire was employed by various congressmen before retiring in 1988 after more than 30 years. Claire was an accomplished equestrian and had successfully competed at Madison Square Garden with her pony Baby, a rescue pony from Chincoteague, Va. After her retirement, Claire continued her equestrian passion by showing, and racing thoroughbreds, and training horses. Her last pony was Poochie. Claire was a member and held offices in NARFE, South County Democratic Club, Sasser Democratic Club, and the Democratic Caravan Club. As well as being an active member of the Bristol Civic Association and the District Commissioner for the Marlborough Pony Club. She was known as being generous to various charities. Surviving are her four children Melanie D. Taylor of Chesapeake Beach, Md., Claire A. Lancaster and her husband Russ of Lothian, Md., April R. Heamstead of Colonial Beach, Va. and Tom K. Frye of Edgewater, Md.;. grandchildren Thomas C. Sparacino and his wife Amanda of Shady Side, Md., Paul A. Sparacino of Hagerstown, Md. and Jillian N. Heamstead of Pasadena, Md.; a great granddaughter Natalie Sparacino of Shady Side, Md. and a sister Ann Mizell of Saluda, Va. Friends called on Friday March 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday March 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where a service and celebration of Claire’s life followed at noon.
Carol Sue Hausmann, 68 Carol Sue Hausmann, 68, of Owings, Md., passed on Wednesday, March 11, in Washington Hospital Center. Carol was born in Washington, D.C., on May 17, 1946, to Charles and Mirth (Edgel) Guyett. She was married to Thomas J. L. Hausmann for 47 years. She was a man-
ager for CVS for many years. Carol loved to crochet, was an avid reader, was very artsy along with being a smart loving person who loved her cats and cherished spending time with her grandchildren. Along with her husband, she leaves behind to cherish her memory a son Julius Hausmann and his wife Janie, a grandson Wilhem Hausmann, and two sisters Deanna and Janet Guyett. She was preceded in death by a son Yori Alexander Hausmann and her parents. Services for Carol will be private at the convenience of the family.
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Dorothy Lee “Dottie” Stonestreet, 55 Dorothy Lee “Dottie” Stonestreet, 55, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away on March 11, at her residence. Born Oct. 25, 1959 in Prince Frederick, Md., she was the daughter of the late Edward Hoover Hagelin, Sr. and Bertie (Hall) Hagelin. Dottie graduated from Calvert High School in 1977. She enjoyed crocheting, drawing and bingo. Dottie is survived by her siblings, Ronnie Hagelin (Sally) of Lafayette, La., Ed Hagelin (Doris) of Lusby, Md., Debbie Doyle (Bobby) of Gaithersburg, Md., Sharon Wilson (John) of Lusby, Md. and Randy Hagelin (Regina) of Lusby, Md.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Dottie was preceded in death by her brother, Danny Hagelin. Family received friends on Wednesday, March 18, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby. A funeral service was held at 11:30 a.m. with Pastor Ann Edwards officiating. Interment followed in Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, Md. Condolences to the family may be made at rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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By Emily Charles Contributing Writer
Legos get stuck together sometimes, and it’s hard to get them apart. Problems like this don’t faze members of Lego League, a club found in various schools throughout Calvert County. Members of Lego League aren’t just sitting around playing with toys; they’re trying to solve world issues, like how best to deal with a natural disaster. On Saturday, March 14, roughly 150 children gathered at Calvert Middle School in Prince Frederick to prepare for the upcoming College of Southern Maryland Robot Competition, a Tri-County Event featuring teams from Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s Counties. “All Calvert elementary and middle school teams are welcomed to participate. They get sponsors from teachers. The teachers sponsor the teams, they meet after school throughout the year and there are two competitions. This one is a mock competition to get them ready for the College of Southern Maryland, which is a Tri-County Competition,” said Lego County Coordinator Teri McCleaf. The theme for this year’s competition is “Nature’s Fury,” and participants have been working hard to find solutions to natural disasters. Teams pick a natural disaster of their choice and then proceed to collect and present research regarding the incident. The teams are graded in four categories: research, technology, teamwork, and a table round, in which a robot created by team members must be successfully programmed to complete a task. “They have this field, and what they do is they have to get the robot to leave base, run a mission and come back to base. These are all missions that have to do with natural disasters. There’s an ambulance, they have to get the robot to move the ambulance to a certain place. This is an obstacle course, they have to get the robot to go through the obstacles. There’s a plane coming in to save people and they have to get it to go off and come back to base, always come back to base,” McCleaf said. “They get a score at the end of all four [categories] and then they’re ranked for the College of Southern Maryland.”
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In addition to programming Lego-bots and saving Lego-people, teams create products to present their research to judges. “They do PowerPoints, they do skits, they do websites, they get to pick how to present their research,” said McCleaf. While Lego League is fun for participants, it is also beneficial to their education, their relationships with others and their futures. “The kids run it, the sponsors are just supposed to guide them, we’re not supposed to do anything for them. We’re not supposed to do any of the programming, any of the building, we don’t do any of the research, it’s all kid work...Their challenge is learning how to work in a group and actually getting something accomplished. They learn a lot of programming skills, they learn team building…That’s exactly where we’re going in life, every job is going to have them working in teams, the whole engineering design of the Twentieth Century is all teamwork,” McCleaf said. “It’s something we can do as a team and it’s not just by yourself. Plus, it’s going to be a lot of fun, you get to go to competitions, and it makes you think really hard. It really takes you to the test…We learn you always need a team, for one. You need teamwork and you can’t do everything by yourself, you need some help. It’s like a lesson, you always need somebody to help you out,” said Devon Williams, a fifth grader from Calvert Elementary School. “Sometimes I play too much sports and stuff, or sometimes instead of sitting inside playing video games, we get to do this and it’s great,” added Jackson Ferguson, also a fifth grader at Calvert Elementary School. The next Lego League Competition is to take place Saturday, April 11 at College of Southern Maryland. Legos are a lot of fun, and through Lego League, that fun has been incorporated into worldly solutions. To learn more about the upcoming Lego League competition, visit www.csmd.edu/stem/ events_csmroboticsJuniorChallenge.html. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Friends of Calvert Library Launch New Website
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The Friends of Calvert Library (FOCL) is pleased to announce the launch of a new website, folcalvert.org. The new website has been in development for the past three months, said FOCL Board Vice President and web designer Laura Allison. She noted that the old website was out of date and didn't provide the functionality needed by the organization. The new website allows individuals to join FOCL and get information on upcoming FOCL events, in addition to previewing items for sale in the FOCL gift shop at Calvert Library, Prince Frederick. FOCL Board President Martha Grahame is excited about the new website. Grahame said, "It will help the FOCL keep up with the library system it supports and the needs of the public." FOCL is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that advocates for and supports Calvert Library. The group contributes to the library by offering financial support for equipment and programs not normally paid for by public funding. Funds are raised through membership fees, donations, book sales and special events. Friends also support the library in other ways such as by volunteering their time.
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Senior Centers Closing Early Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will close early at 1:30 p.m. for staff training, Wednesday, March 25.
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Big Indoor Yard Sale An indoor yard sale will be held at Calvert Pines Senior Center, 450 W. Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, Saturday, March 28, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Many vendors will be on hand. Contact Calvert Pines for more information, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. 2015 Senior Arts Competition Calvert County seniors, aged 50+, can enter their artwork in this year’s competition. Stop by your local senior center for a complete list of categories and the 2015 rules. Artwork will be accepted Wednesday, April 1, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center. For more information, call 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.
Enjoy a wonderful paddle while helping cleanup the St. Mary’s River, Saturday, April 11, 9 a.m. to noon during the 7th
Annual St. Mary’s River Cleanup hosted by the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association. Volunteers will paddle up and down the St. Mary’s River Water Trail
from the end of Adkins Road. The public is invited to participate. Registration is required. Last year, 37 volunteers walked or paddled their way along the St. Mary’s River to rid her waters and banks of unsightly and hazardous trash. In addition to 82 bags of trash and recyclables, and 11 tires, four strong volunteers lifted a V-8 engine into an aluminum boat during the three-hour Photo courtesy of Mary Ann Scott outing. Registered participants will meet at Volunteers pose with trash collected from the St. Mary’s River on Saturday, April the end of Adkins Road, off MD Route 5, 5, 2014 before it is hauled off for proper disposal at the St. Andrew’s Landfill. at 9 a.m. Bring your own canoe or kayak, Thirty-seven volunteers pulled 11 tires, 82 bags of trash and recyclables, and 1,320 lbs. of loose trash from the St. Mary’s River during the 6th Annual St. life vest, and paddling gear. Trash bags Mary’s River Cleanup. and gloves will be provided. Help cleanup the St. Mary’s River and improve your watershed! The St. Mary’s River Cleanup is part of the Alice Trash and litter has negative effects in many areas of life in the region: it harms wildlife, costs taxpayers Ferguson Foundation 27th Annual Potomac River Watershed Cleanup, fergusonfoundation. precious funds for cleanup and removal, is a public health threat by increasing breeding grounds for vi- org/trash-free-potomac-watershed-initiative/porus carrying insects and rodents, decreases property tomac-river-watershed-cleanup/. There are more than values, and hurts businesses, recreation, and tourism. 600 cleanup sites in Maryland, Washington DC, VirPlease call 301-737-2903 or email info@St- ginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. MarysRiver.org to Register.
Marylanders Weigh In on Maryland Issues
AARP Tax-Aide Program Tax-Aide Counselors are available now through Wednesday, April 15, 2015 to prepare tax returns for low-to-moderate income senior citizens aged 50-plus. Call your local senior center to schedule an appointment. Before making your appointment, make sure you have all of the documentation necessary to complete your return. To make an appointment, call: Calvert Pines Senior Center, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170; North Beach 410257-2549; Southern Pines Senior Center, 410-586-2748. Upcoming Trips Enjoy a trip to Dumbarton Oaks Gardens and Museum in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, May 6. The $53 fee includes transportation, admission and buffet lunch at Old Country Buffet. Take a luncheon cruise aboard Nina’s Dandy on the historic Potomac River, Thursday, June 4. The $80 fee includes transportation and luncheon cruise. Reservations are now being taken for both trips. Sign up early! Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Learn the Benefits of Fruits at the Nutrition Talk, Tuesday, March 24, 10:30 a.m. Participate in Clover All Over Day, Wednesday, March 25, 10:30 a.m. Clovers will be placed all over the building. The person who finds the most will win a prize! North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Learn the Proper Disposal of Medications, Tuesday, March 24, 10:45 a.m. A two-hour Painting Class with Suzanne Janney will be held Thursday, March 26, 10 a.m. Fee: $25. Pre-registration required. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Celebrate Women’s History Month with a Seneca Falls Convention Presentation, Monday, March 23, 11 a.m. Create a decorative Easter Egg Craft, Wednesday and Thursday, March 25 and 26, 10 a.m. There is no charge. Preregistration required.
with 51 percent disapproving his job performance. •Marylanders disapprove (62 to 29 percent) of Governor Hogan’s projected 5 percent tuition increase for the University System of Maryland. • Marylanders are opposed to cuts to the GCEI and other public school funding formulas 49 to 32 percent and most Marylanders either oppose increasing funds to charter schools or would increase such funds only under certain conditions. The predominant condition cited is restoring or increasing public school funds. • Slightly more Marylanders (33 percent) favor fracking than last year (31 percent). Those opposed to fracking have markedly increased from 35 to 43 percent. These increases have come as 10 percent fewer Marylanders are indecisive. • Most (59 percent) Marylanders favor repeal of the “Rain Tax” (the Stormwater Remediation Fee), but 52 percent of those and 58 percent of all Marylanders approve of the phosphorus rule. To download the complete survey results and analysis, visit www.mdsurvey.org.
Marylanders overwhelmingly support requiring police officers to wear body cameras, according to a 2015 survey on Maryland issues. The Maryland Survey, conducted by St. Mary’s College of Maryland politics expert Susan Grogan and students of her “American Politics” class, gauges residents’ views on local and national issues. Nearly 900 Maryland registered voters were surveyed in late February on issues related to approval ratings for Governor Hogan and President Obama, police body cameras, education, stormwater remediation fees, the Phosphorus Rule, the impact of exporting Maryland’s natural gas on America’s energy security, and fracking. Key findings include: • Respondents reaffirmed Governor Hogan’s path to victory, with 49 percent approving and 21 percent disapproving of his job performance. A majority feel that their family financial situation will remain about the same as a consequence of the Maryland General Assembly and Governor Hogan’s actions this year. •Marylanders rate President Obama negatively,
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EATING TOGETHER MENU Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, March 23 Honey Mustard Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Peas, Wheat Bread, Diced Peaches Tuesday, March 24 Turkey Creole, Brown Rice, Italian Vegetables, Italian Bread, Mandarin Oranges Wednesday, March 25 Stuffed Pepper, Health Salad, Lima Beans, Pumpernickel Bread, Mixed Fruit Cup Thursday, March 26 Meatballs with Marinara Sauce, Carrot Raisin Salad, Mini Sub Roll, Tropical Fruit Friday, March 27 Tuna Salad, Tomato Soup, Spring Salad, Whole Wheat Bun, Banana
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Solomons Business Association Presents A Taste of Solomons By Sarah Miller Staff Writer This year marks the 15th annual A Taste of Solomons, a community wide event on Solomons Island to be held March 28. Parking is always an issue during A Taste of Solomons, said event chairman Eric Faughnan. This year, there will be a shuttle system throughout the event. Public parking in Solomons includes the lots behind Urgent Care and Our Lady Star of the Sea, as well as the Riverwalk lot. Taste of Solomons is a one-day food festival showcasing places to eat in Solomons. Food and drink tickets are $4 apiece and are available for purchase at each participating restaurant and the ticket booth located at The McNelis Group. There are a number of restaurants participating in the event for the first time this year, Faughnan said. Most restaurants will participate in a Gift Certificate Prize program, which is another new addition this year. Some of the tickets at each location will be designated as prizewinners, and the lucky purchaser will be awarded a gift certificate for future use at the respective restaurant. Proceeds benefit the Solomons Business Association’s annual July 4th Fireworks Display. A Taste of Solomons will be held March 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.solomonsmaryland.com or call 443-624-1658. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Mercy Creek Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. Trivia and Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 11 a.m. Karaoke St. Mary’s Landing (29935 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall) – 4 p.m.
Friday, March 20 DJ Dave Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 Sports Trivia Challenge BEnefit Quade’s Store Bar and Grill (36786 Bushwood Wharf Road, Bushwood) – 6 p.m. Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 Higher Standards Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m. Solid Gold Country St. Mary’s Landing (29935 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall) – 4 p.m.
Monday, March 23 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 24 Open Mic Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 11 a.m. Logo from www.solomonsmaryland.com
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DJ Spitfire Memories Bar (2360 Old Washington Road, Waldorf) – 9 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25 Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd,
Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.
Weekly Wine Down Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 2 p.m. Solid Gold Country Martini’s Lounge and Restaurant (10553 Theodore Green Blvd, White Plains) – 6:30 p.m. Team Trivia Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 7 p.m. Karaoke All American Steak House and Sports Theatre (35 St. Patrick’s Drive, Waldorf) – 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 26 Tracy Allen Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m. Trivia and Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 7 p.m. Karaoke St. Mary’s Landing (29935 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall) – 4 p.m.
Friday, March 27 Uncle Jake Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 8 p.m. Funkzilla Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m. One Night Stand Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m. Solid Gold Country Martini’s Lounge and Restaurant (10553 Theodore Green Blvd, White Plains) – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 28 DJ with Bar Specials Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 11 a.m. Karaoke Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m.
The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
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BLEACHERS A View From The Regrets
By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer April 1 – no fooling – will be the 30th anniversary. Unbelievable. John Thompson has long since left the Georgetown bench. Well…sort of. His son – John Thompson III - is coaching the Hoyas now. Then Villanova coach Rollie Massimino, now 80, is still tormenting referees and probably pulling upsets as head coach of Northwood University in Florida – a long way from Villanova, Philadelphia and the Big East. Patrick Ewing, the most athletic seven-footer my eyes have ever seen, is coaching too. He’s an assistant for the Charlotte Hornets. Much has changed, but some things remain the same. April Fools’ Day 1985 is significant because the underdog Villanova Wildcats, an eight-seed in the NCAA tournament, defeated Georgetown, the heavy favorite to win it all, 66-64. It was the second biggest upset of my lifetime, supplanted only by the greatest upset of all time: the U.S. Hockey Team’s defeat of the Soviets in the 1980 Olympics. Entering the game, Georgetown had dropped only two games all year: a one-point loss to St. John’s (another Final Four team in 1985) and a two-point defeat on the road to nationally ranked Syracuse. Straight from the “it was just their day” file, Villanova shot 78.6 percent from the field, missing just six shots. Six! You don’t do that in the backyard with phantom defenders and loose accounting, much less in the national championship game. But Villanova did…and that’s what it took to beat Georgetown. I found myself reflecting on those ’85 Hoyas, rivalries and bitter losses while sitting in the stands at St. Mary’s College a few weeks ago. The College was hosting an event for area parochial school basketball teams and cheerleading squads. What triggered my 30-year-old memory was the sight of kids wearing jerseys from Archbishop Neale School. A…N…S…three letters that will incite angst and furrow my brow apparently until I am no more. Why? Glad you asked. It was 1986. I played guard for a Father Andrew White basketball team staffed heavily with eighth graders determined to win a championship. After taking our lumps the year before, this was our season, our moment. ANS was our primary obstacle. We lost a close game to them in the regular season. The defeat didn’t demoralize, it confirmed that we were close and could beat them. Entering the single-elimination playoffs late that winter, a FAW-ANS championship game, a final epic battle for basketball supremacy, was assumed. Ah, but assumptions and reality don’t always agree. We lost to Holy Angels in the semifinal. We played sloppy, shot poorly and never found our rhythm. We were spectators, not opponents, as ANS won the championship. It still gnaws at me 29 years later. And it’s not the loss to Holy Angels that bothers me; it’s not getting another shot at ANS. I’ll never know if we could have beaten them. It is my one great athletic regret. I wonder if John Thompson, Patrick Ewing and that ’85 Georgetown team feel similarly. While they at least made the championship game, by losing to Villanova, the Hoyas squandered an opportunity to be remembered as one of the greatest teams in NCAA history. They were about to chisel their legacy into college basketball’s stone tablet and they dropped the hammer. I suppose I’m curious if that Georgetown team, despite winning the 1984 title and all their accomplishments, regrets the loss to Villanova. They could have been iconic; instead the Hoyas became the slain giant in someone else’s David versus Goliath story. Regrets: therapists will tell you they are unhealthy, remorseful thoughts to be avoided. You can’t control the past, only the future. Yeah, yeah. Here’s my counterpoint. Frank Sinatra sang, “Regrets, I’ve had a few”, in his song “My Way.” Bryan Adams’ reflective song “Summer of ‘69” screams of youthful good times and abandoned opportunities. Bruce Springsteen strikes a similar nostalgic, regretful chord in his song “Glory Days.” So Bryan, The Boss and Old Blue Eyes had regrets. I think we all do. Regrets are an inevitable part of living, a running tally of mistakes or opportunities missed. Unhealthy? Maybe. But can they be character building teaching points? I hope so. Thanks ANS? Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
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First Home Game of CSM Women’s Lacrosse Inaugural Season is March 25
Photo courtesy of College of Southern Maryland Members of the first CSM Women’s Lacrosse team include, first row from left, Nicole Kearney, Helen Kuhn, Alexandra Toribio, Antonia Dean and Kate McClure; second row from left, Head Coach Joyce Arter, Micaela Ada, Jocelyn Alvarenga, Emily Jenkins, Laine Walston and Krysta Chotkowski.
The College of Southern Maryland Women’s Lacrosse Team will play Howard Community College at 4 p.m., March 25 in the first home game of their inaugural season. “The community stepped up in a big way to support lacrosse and continues to support lacrosse. We are excited for the season to begin. Student-athletes are some of our most successful students, and the women’s lacrosse program will attract more full-time student athletes,” said CSM Vice President of Advancement Michelle Goodwin. CSM women’s lacrosse competes at the Division I NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) collegiate level. The coaching staff includes Head Coach Joyce Arter, assistant coaches Catherine Cox and Jay Haines, and Manager Katelyn Hawkins. The inaugural team includes, Katelyn Hawkins, Helen Kuhn and Kate McClure of Charlotte Hall; Brittany Blackistone of Chesapeake Beach; Antonia Dean and Laine Walston of La Plata; Krysta Chotkowski of Nanjemoy; Alexandra Toribio of Pomfret; Emily Jenkins of Swan Point; and Micaela Ada, Jocelyn Alvarenga, Stephanie Ferguson and Nicole Kearney of Waldorf. “Strong lacrosse programs exist in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s county high schools, and now there are opportunities for students to play at the collegiate level while attending community college in Southern Maryland,” said CSM Student Life and Athletics Lead Director Michelle Ruble. Arter is also head coach for the Cyclones of Southern Maryland Club. Previously, Arter was assistant coach and head coach of girls lacrosse at Calvert High School, assistant lacrosse coach at Northern High School and she served as Special Olympics of Calvert County soccer coach. She is a U.S. Lacrosse Certified Coach. Arter earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from Longwood University, Farmville, Virginia, a Division I school where she played the attack position for four years. For the Women’s Lacrosse schedule, visit www.csmd.edu/athletics/w_lacrosse/ scheduleresults.html. For more on Coach Joyce Arter, visit www.csmd.edu/news/archive/2014/8ba9 317eeffd1534bfa4c0c8c303d50877730f46.html.
Out&About March Month Long Calvert Artists’ Guild Spring Art Show Southern Maryland Sailing Association, 14990 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy and purchase the artworks of a dozen of the talented artists of Southern Maryland in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, clay, textile, and jewelry. The guild sponsors art shows, field trips, workshops, and an annual art award to a high-school senior interested in the arts. For additional information, please contact Lonnie Harkins at 410-3267199 or baronvonsmoogle@netscape.net and Gerry Wood 301-8639663 or gbwood2@verizon.net. “Bay Side Buddies” Artworks@7th Studio, 9100 Bay Ave., North Beach - 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.; March 5 to 29 So come on out and see the creativity and talent that will be on display. The show is called “Bay Side Buddies,” and will run from March 5 – 29. There will be an Opening Reception with complimentary refreshments on Saturday, March 7, from 1 to 5 p.m. Artworks@7th is located at 9100 Bay Ave., North Beach. Gallery Hours are Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Our telephone number is 410-286-5278 or you can visit our website at artworksat7th.com. Itchin’ to Scratch: Into to Scratchboard Winter Session Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; March 27 and 28 Sometimes called “the art of taking away,” scratchboard is a medium that allows for amazing detail. In this class, students will learn the basic techniques for working on scratchboard from instructor Carmelo Ciancio. Learn to use knives or other abrasives to remove the black ink and reveal the white surface. Also learn how to achieve textures and subtle details in your work. This 2-class series is offered on March 27 and 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. The class costs $90; members $85, plus a $25 materials fee. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org. Girls’ Night out: Wine & Dish! Woven Platters or Baskets Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby - 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; March 9 and 23 Grab your favorite beverage and join instructor Sarah Houde for a fun night out as students use clay slabs to create woven clay platters or baskets perfect for holding fruit, bread, or decorative items. Sign up with a friend and make it a true girls’ night out! This is a 2-class series, offered on March 9 and 23, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. both nights. Students must be at least 21 years old. The cost is $85; members $80, and all materials included. Advanced registration required, call 410-3264640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org. Intro to Glass Bead-Making Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby - March 9, 16, and 23 Explore with instructor Robyn Strayer, the art of making glass beads using a Hot Head torch and Moretti glass rods. Students learn studio safety as well as glass rods on mandrel bead techniques. Each student will make several beads of various shapes and surface decorations including stringer use and application. This is a 3-class series offered on March 9, 16, and 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. (last class runs 6 to 9
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p.m.). The cost is $125; members $110, and all materials are provided. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
bers $75, plus there is a $15 materials fee due at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
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Intro to Stained Glass - March Session Annemarie Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn the fundamentals behind stained glass art from instructor Leza Hepler, as students explore the copper foil technique. Learn to cut, shape and grind glass, as well as foiling and soldering techniques to make a small suncatcher for your window. All materials included. Class is offered on March 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The class fee is $55; members $50, all materials are provided. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Orientation for Calvert One Stop Career Center One Stop Career Center, 200 Duke St., Rm 1400, Prince Frederick – 9 to 11 a.m. This orientation will give job seekers a full overview of services offered through the One Stop Career Center. Jobseekers can receive free assistance with registration on the Maryland Workforce Exchange, job referrals, and job related information such available job readiness workshops, Workforce Investment Act eligibility, Veteran Services and services provided through various community resources. There are no fees for services provided. Call 443-550-6750 to register.
Friday, March 20 AL Post 221 Steak and Shrimp Night American Legion Post 221, 21690 Colton Point Rd. – 5 to 8 p.m. American Legion Post 221 has a Steak and Shrimp Night on the third Friday of every month. This is an excellent opportunity to get out and meet people in the community. There are several menu items for the adults and kids to enjoy at a reasonable price. You can call 301-884-4071 for further information. Visit our website at alpost221.webs.com for more information.
Saturday, March 21 Destination Poolesville Poolesville Baptist Church, 17550 West Willard Rd., Poolesville - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Town of Poolesville announces its 6th annual community business fair, “Destination Poolesville,” to be held on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Poolesville Baptist. The event is Co-sponsored by the Town of Poolesville and the Poolesville Area Chamber of Commerce. Admission to the business fair is FREE for attendees in which visitors will have the opportunity to visit each vendor’s booth and get their passport stamped to be eligible for great prizes. Vendor applications are still being accepted with discounted rates available to members of the Poolesville Area Chamber of Commerce. Family Night Bingo Northern High School, 2950 Chaneyville Rd., Owings - 4:30 p.m. Northern High Band Boosters will host a Family Night Bingo at Northern High School’s cafeteria in Owings. Come enjoy a fun night of Bingo! Win at Bingo, win a Basket! Themed prize baskets of goodies worth over $100. Door prizes and raffles too! Doors open 4:30 p.m. Early Bird games 5:30 p.m., Regular games 6 p.m. $20 for 20 regular games; $10 for ages 10 and under. Early Bird $1/card, Special Games $1/card. Contact northernmusicboosters@gmail.com for further information. Crazy for Cats: Exploring Felines in Terracotta Annemarie Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby – 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Spend a day with artist Parran Collery, sharing in her fascination with felines! Students will spend the day using clay to make several cat tiles and small sculptures. This will be a fast paced and fun day full of whimsy. Class is offered on March 21, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The class fee is $80; mem-
Sunday, March 22 “Why Antarctica” North Beach Town Hall, 8916 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach - 2 to 3 p.m. Presented by Dr. Ralph Eshelman, imagine a space as big as the United States and Europe combined; sunnier than California; colder than your freezer; drier than Arabia and higher than the mountains in Switzerland. This event will be free and open to the public.
Monday, March 23 Support Groups and Counseling Crisis Intervention Center, 975 Solomons Island Rd. N, Prince Frederick Crisis Intervention Center is pleased to announce the formation of support groups for survivors of intimate partner violence and abuse. Groups are free of charge. The Crisis Intervention Center services women, men and children who have been affected by intimate partner violence and abuse. Crisis Counselors and therapists are on site to help those who struggle with domestic abuse as well as sexual abuse and assault. Please call today at 410-535-1121; we are here to help.
Tuesday, March 24 Calvert County Neighborhood Watch Training Courthouse Square, Lower Conference Room, 205 Main St., Prince Frederick- 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a free training provided by CAASA and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. Registration is required. Call the CAASA Office at Fax 410-535-3733 to register.
Wednesday, March 25 Stained Glass: Next Steps - Spring Series Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby – 6 to 9 p.m. Continue refining your stained glass skills with instructor Leza Hepler, in this 5-class series. Choose from a broad variety of projects and create a 20 to 30 piece sun catcher panel, using the copper foil technique. Must take the Intro to Stained Glass class first. This series is great to take again and again-just choose a different project each time! Materials list provided, but glass will also be available for purchase in class. Class begins on March 25 with additional classes held April 1, 8, 15, and 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. each night. The cost is $195; members $180, and all materials are provided. There is a glass fee of $10-20 depending on what you choose to use. Advanced registration is required, call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
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Joint Business After Hours with the St. Mary’s Chamber of Commerce St. Mary’s Chamber of Commerce, 44200 Airport Rd. Suite B, California - 5 to 7 p.m. Hosted by Servpro of St. Mary’s Calvert, Join us for a celebration of Servpro’s 30th anniversary of being in business! Homeschool Clay Series: Slab Lanterns, Ages 8-14 Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby – 1 to 3:30 p.m. Join AMG staff in a fun and informative new series! Come learn popular hand-building techniques with clay as students create colorfully fun projects, keepsakes, and everyday items. In this class, students will learn to roll slabs with textures and use them to create lovely lanterns. Learn decorative techniques and use various tools or underglazes to add personality to their creations. All projects will be ready for pickup 2 to 3 weeks after class. Students will be called or emailed when ready for pickup. Class is held on March 25, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Class costs $40 for the first student with a sibling fee of $15 each, members: $35 for the first student with a sibling fee of $15 each. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org. Sign Regulations - Public Outreach Meeting Huntingtown High School Cafeteria, 4125 North Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown - 7 to 9 p.m. This is the first of three public meetings scheduled to review the draft sign regulations, to respond to questions and to gather public input
Thursday, March 26 Sign Regulations - Public Outreach Meeting Patuxent High School Cafeteria, 2485 Southern Connector Boulevard, Lusby – 7 to 9 p.m. This is the second of three public meetings scheduled to review the draft sign regulations, to respond to questions and to gather public input
Friday, March 27 Southern Matinee Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 4 p.m. Featuring a film based on Richard C. Morais’ 2010 novel The Hundred Foot Journey. For more information please call Calvert Library Southern Branch at 410-326-5289 or visit us at calvertlibrary.info.
Saturday, March 28 Play in Clay: Dazzling Dragons Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby – 1 to 4 p.m. Learn basic hand-building techniques to make a fantastical wizard, fairy, or dragon for your room. Learn to use slabs and coils from instructor Sarah Houde. Add beautiful glazes to give your work added color and shine. A great way to spend quality time with that special kid in your life! Ages 6 and older; Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Class is offered on March 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $50 for individuals; $75 for adult/ child couples, member: $45 for individual or $65 for adult/child couples. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640 or email studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
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Library Events March Month Long
• Art in the Stacks 150 Years of Alice: Alice is Everywhere Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way Whether you’ve read the book or not, we all know the story. Images of Wonderland are ubiquitous in our cultural lexicon. Few stories have taken on such a big life past their original telling. Visit for an extensive display of Alice-inspired art and memorabilia. 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Artist of the Month: Lee Anne Shontere Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach A Southern Maryland photographer who loves to document the world around her - both here and abroad! 410-257-2411
Thursday, March 19 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:30 p.m. Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. 410-326-5289 • T.A.C.O.S. Meeting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 5 to 6 p.m. For teens (those of you ages 13-19) Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things! Join T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students). Help make Calvert Library awesome! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack! This month’s topic: Rosie the Riveter. Please register. 410-257-2411 • HackerSpace Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Teens! Meet, socialize, and create! Get together at Calvert Library Prince Frederick to work on projects with friends. We provide the room, electricity, and snacks! You bring your friends, materials, and ideas! The possibilities are limitless, so be ready for something amazing. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Family Night-Circuits! Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 7 to 8 p.m. First grade and up! Learn about snap circuits! Please register., 410-257-2101
Friday, March 20 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Pub Quiz Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-
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ley Way – 6:30 to 10 p.m. For one night only, the library won’t help you find the answers. But that won’t stop us from asking plenty of tough questions. Preregister for $60 per team of up to 6 adults. $300 prize to the winning team! Limited space, register early at any Calvert Library location! Must pay to be considered registered. $5 per spectator by separate registration. Only 20 spaces for spectators! Friends of Calvert Library fundraiser. Wine and beer are $5, snacks are free. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
flections from over fifty journeys to the Great White Continent. “Imagine a place as big as the U.S. and Europe combined. Sunnier than California, yet colder than the freezing compartment of your refrigerator. Drier than Arabia and higher than mountainous Switzerland. Emptier than the Sahara…It’s Antarctica. The strange but beautiful continent at the bottom of the Earth” from Joseph M. Durant, This is Antarctica. Presentation will be held at the. Sponsored by Bayside History Museum and Calvert Library. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
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• Garden Smarter: Shade Gardening with Native Plants Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11:30 a.m. Can’t grow pretty plants in the shade? Learn about some native plants that are adapted to shade and add color and texture to your landscape. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
• Books & Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 11 a.m. “Orange is the New Black” by Piper Kerman. Moms, dads, caregivers and your tots! Book club for adults, playtime for kids!, 410-326-5289
• Playtime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2101 • Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2411 • Playtime Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 11 to 11:30 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 12 to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Children’s MakerSpace Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 4 p.m. Come join our “Maker’s Space” for children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations. 410-326-5289
Sunday, March 22 • Dr. Ralph Eshelman presents Reflections of Antarctica: Glaciers Penguins and Icebergs North Beach Town Hall, 8916 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach – 2 to 3 p.m. Join us to hear Dr. Ralph Eshelman’s re-
• Monday Morning Movies & More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for a movie and a story! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-257-2411 • Evening Family Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Family storytime for preschoolers. Program includes books, songs and flannelboard stories. Please register. 410-326-5289
Tuesday, March 24 • Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 6 to 9 p.m. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. 410-326-5289
Wednesday, March 25 • Brain Games: Mahjong, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • PlayTime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10:20 to 10:50 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. 410-326-5289 • Alice in Wonderland-inspired 2010 Film Screening Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The story is inspired by the English author Lewis Carroll’s 1865 fantasy novel Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and its 1871 sequel Through the Looking-Glass. Directed by Tim Burton, this version features Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as Alice. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Song Circle/Jam Session Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 7 to 8:30 p.m. 7-12 singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. 410-326-5289
Thursday, March 26 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:30 a.m. Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. 410-326-5289 • JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 3 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state-of-the-art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-326-5289 • Wiz Kids: Snap Circuits! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. This month we are going to learn all about (and play with!) Snap Circuits. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Wiz Kids: Snap Circuits! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. This month we are going to learn all about (and play with!) Snap Circuits. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Friday, March 27 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 • Southern Matinee Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 1 to 4 p.m. Featuring a film based on Richard C. Morais’ 2010 novel The Hundred Foot Journey. 410-326-5289 For more information, visit calvert.lib. md.us
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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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Forest Stewardship Forest land is important to the overall health of the Chesapeake Bay. Forests provide several layers, from the canopy to the forest floor, that act as filters, improve water quality, reduce sedimentation, remove nutrients, and regulate stream flow during storms. Maryland’s 2.5 million acres of forest, most of it privately owned, cover approximately 42% of its land area. St. Mary’s County’s land area is about 50% forested, and has more than 400 miles of shoreline. Wooded buffers along these shorelines are critical to improving Bay health. Acre for acre, forested lands produced the least amount of runoff and pollution. The County occupies a forest transitional zone, where the dominant tree species vary from oak/ hickory to tulip poplar to sweet gum/red maple and loblolly pine. Forests can be harvested on a sustainable basis for materials, including structural lumber, crates, shelving and furniture, flooring, mulch, and pulp for paper. Forests can, in most cases, provide these products while
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County residents with questions about woodland stewardship and management, as well as timber harvesting, should contact a certified forester. The State of Maryland maintains a database of private Licensed Professional Foresters (LPFs), who work cooperatively with
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also maintaining and even enhancing wildlife habitat, recreational activities, and soil conservation. Timber harvests are closely monitored by a partnership of agencies, including St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District and St. Mary’s County Department of Land Use and Growth Management.
Go to trees.maryland.gov for information on planting trees. There is a Recommended Tree List for the program Marylanders Plant Trees. There is a $25.00 coupon on the website for purchasing a tree. However, the tree must be on the eligible list of trees. There are 14 small trees, or 29 large trees on the list that is updated periodically.
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This is the twenty-eighth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (scottmaryann9@gmail.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next week’s County Times!
Bay-Wise landscapes minimize negative impacts on our waterways by using smarter lawn management techniques and gardening practices. The University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Bay-Wise program in St. Mary’s County offers hands-on help with managing your landscape by providing information, a site visit, and landscape certifications. Our yardstick checklist is easy to understand and follow, and our team of trained Master Gardeners can help guide you through it while offering suggestions to improve both the appearance and sustainability of your landscape.
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Stay safe around power lines With the return of spring, many people are excited to head outdoors and get started on some projects around the house and yard. It’s important to stay safe and be aware of overhead power lines. Look up. Never climb power poles or transmission towers. Never climb trees near power lines. Keep equipment away from overhead lines when carrying ladders, pool skimmers, and pruning tools. If you are doing work close to power lines—such as trimming trees, working on your roof, or doing exterior renovations—keep yourself, your ladder and anything you are handling a safe distance from the power line. In addition to overhead lines, SMECO has many underground electric lines. Call Miss Utility at 811 before you dig.
Contact SMECO to disconnect power if you are doing work that requires close contact with overhead lines attached to your home. Use a licensed electrician for all electrical work.
Plant trees away from power lines. Download our free mobile app or use our texting service to report an outage or pay your bill.
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