2015-04-09 St. Mary's County Times

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“We continue to have students who talk about college and affordability and at many times they talk about the fact [that] they can’t afford to come to college. You think of community college and you think, ‘oh, it’s probably very affordable for most families’, but it still is not.”

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Man Displaced From Home Following Fire

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer A La Plata man was displaced from his residence Thursday morning after a discarded cigarette ignited a fire in his home.

On April 2, around 11:18 a.m., approximately 47 volunteer firefighters from the La Plata, Bel Alton, Waldorf, Indian Head, Mechanicsville, Potomac Heights and Bryans Road Volunteer Fire Departments responded to Charles Street in La Plata after a citizen discovered the fire.

Officials from the State Fire Marshals Office stated the fire was accidental and the smoke

alarm was present and operating correctly.

Authorities confirmed that one person was treated at Civista Hospital for smoke inhalation.

According to officials, the fire originated on the front deck of the single story town home and the blaze caused an estimated $100,000 in damage.

Firefighters were able to control the fire within 13 minutes.

Officials have identified Phillip Cartwright as the homeowner and stated that his family is currently assisting him. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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St. Mary’s Firefighters Respond to Substation Failure

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer When a SMECO power substation in Charles County failed and shut down power across Washington D.C. and Southern Maryland Tuesday firefighters from St. Mary’s joined in the emergency response.

“We had firefighters from the 7th District, Mechanicsville and Leonardtown repond,” said Director of Information Technology and Public Safety Bob Kelly. “An explosion was the report we first got.”

SMECO representatives said the failure resulted from a piece of equipment breaking off at the substation and falling to the ground.

“Shortly before 1 p.m. a Pepco 230-kilovolt transmission conductor located at SMECO’s Ryceville switching station in Charles County broke free from its support structure and fell to the ground,” said SMECO spokesman Terry Ressler in a prepared statement.

“This failure resulted in the loss of supply to SMECO’s Ryceville and Hewitt Road stations. The Pepco supply to the Morgantown and Chalk Point interconnect locations was also interrupted.”

The mishap knocked out power throughout St. Mary’s County and the rest of Southern Maryland, Kelly said, resulting in about 5,100 SMECO customers here losing power the afternoon of April 7.

Many traffic lights were also disabled and the county’s phone system was knocked out as well for a time.

Officials estimated that across Southern Maryland there were as many as 17,000 outages.

“Charles County had quite a bit more than we did,” Kelly said.

Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron said the malfunction also shutdown power briefly at their headquarters.

His office also sent out an immediate warning to county residents signed up for Nixle updates to treat all traffic signals at major intersections as four way stops to avoid collisions.

Kelly said there were no reports of collisions as a result of any power outages. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Funding Plan For Third Buildling Crumbling?

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The head of the Board of Governors for the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center says that a key portion of the funding for a third building to research and develop unmanned and autonomous systems has been moved to other construction projects just a week after the University System of Maryland was believed to have made it available.

Joe Anderson told The County Times Tuesday that the $2.4 million the university system had freed up was no longer available. That money coupled with $1 million from the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County and an additional $450,000 from Gov. Larry Hogan’s supplemental budget would have provided the $3.85 million the project needed to move forward with the design phase.

Anderson said officials with the University System of Maryland had informed him of the reprogramming of funds.

He still held out hope, though, that the project funding could be had in this year’s fiscal 2016 budget, since Hogan has issued an executive order calling for an additional 10 days of the legislative session.

“There’s still time left to resolve this, I’m optimistic,” Anderson said. “We knew this would be an uphill battle.”

The third building has enough support to eventually be built Anderson said, but the concern was that the longer the process is to get started the more opportunities could pass the county by to bring in high-tech companies who want to move research projects here.

The entire goal of the third building is to act as a catalyst for advanced research, development of autonomous and unmanned systems — on land, sea or air — that could be applied to the civilian market.

This would help reduce the county’s dependency on the federal defense budget and even help start up industries where manufacturing could create positions for skilled labor, essentially ushering in a new era of economic development and diverisification.

A press release from the governor’s office April 2 regarding his second supplementary budget mentioned the third building by name, and said that the money the governor had placed in the supplementary package would allow the building to move forward.

“The University System of Maryland recently signed an agreement with the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center for a third building to be built at the center for the development of unmanned systems for civilian use, such as aerial drones and land and underwater machines. The governor’s supplemental fulfills the balance needed to complete this project,” a statement from the governor’s office reads, intimating that there had been other money available for the project.

Del. Matt Morgan (D-Dist. 29A) said that there was still time to negotiate for money for this project.

“As of right now it’s being negotiated,” Morgan said. “Nothing’s final.”

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Defendant Pleads Guilty In Marijuana Distribution Case

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Prosecuters say a Lexington Park man has pleaded guilty on charges that he held marijuana in enough quantities to distribute, according to court papers filed against defendant Wayne Webb, but court documents also reveal he was found out by cleaning staff working at the local hotel where he was staying.

Webb faces a single possession with the intent to distribute charge.

According to court papers police responded to the Extended Stay on Exploration Drive in Lexington Park Nov. 24, 2014 after cleaning staff there found a jar of suspected marijuana buds and stacks of money on the floor in Room 206, the one rented out to Webb, 33.

During the execution of a search warrant police were able to detain Webb in the parking lot of the hotel.

Coupled with the marijuana buds found in the jar, police also found a total of 157 grams of marijuana packed in heat-sealed

plastic bags labeled with the names “Gods Gift” and “Super Girl.”

Police also found more than $2,000 in cash bundled together in a shoebox with the drugs, according to police reports.

State Police detectives further investigated a storage facility rented by Webb at the Extra Space Storage Facility on Willows Road and found more marijuana and several firearms there as well, documents showed.

Police seized just over 1,400 grams of marijuana in heat-sealed bags, an AK-47, an AR-15, a Taurus .357 magnum handgun, a Glock .380 caliber pistol and a Henry .22 caliber rifle as well as several ammunition magazines and various kinds of ammunition.

They also recovered two digital scales and packaging material used to bundle narcotics. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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“April and March are a great opportunity to educate people about developmental disabilities, the varieties of disabilities and the impact they have on people’s lives,” said Arc of Southern Maryland Development Manager Nkeshi Free.

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and April is Autism Awareness Month, she said.

The Arc is using the opportunity to inform the community about the work they do, in addition to promoting an upcoming baseball fundraiser.

At the end of this month, the Arc will be teaming up with the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs for an Arc of Southern Maryland Crabs for a Cause evening. A portion of all ticket proceeds from the evening will go to benefit the Arc The first 100 people who purchase tickets will be entered into a drawing to participate in the pre-game parade, throw one of the first pitches at the game, or sit in the suite the Arc has for the evening, Free said.

Individuals can purchase tickets using the code ARC2015 online at www.somdbluecrabs.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Chaptico Man Transported to Shock Trauma Center

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer

A Chaptico man was transported to the Prince George’s Shock Trauma Center in critical condition after he was ejected from his vehicle Monday night.

On April 6, around 10:20 p.m., deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a car accident on Budds Creek Road in the vicinity of Colton Point Road.

According to a press release provided by the St. Mary’s County Photo Courtesy of the Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Sheriff’s Office, the driver of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler was Noah Christopher Reed, 28; the Jeep was The preliminary investigation indicated the found on its side and engulfed in flames; by- Jeep “left the roadway for unknown reasons and standers were able to move Reed away from the struck a culvert before flipping on its side and fire, according to police. catching on fire.” Contributing factors are unFirefighters from the Seventh District Volun- known at this time. teer Fire Department remained on scene and asAnyone with information pertaining to this sisted the sheriff’s office for about two hours; incident is encouraged to contact Deputy PonState Highway responded for traffic control, the torno #257 at 301-475-4040. release reads.

According to the release, members of the St. lauren@somdpublishing.net Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and assumed the investigation.

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Teachers, Support Personnel Finally Sign Contract

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Members of the school systems unions for teachers and support personnel finally signed negotiated agreements Wednesday after more than a year of negotiations that dragged on from mid 2013.

The school system said that the long delay was due to budget constraints that did not allow for all employee’s demands.

In the newly ratified agreements neither teachers nor support personnel received any wage or step increases for fiscal 2015.

Anna Laughlin, president of the Education Association of St. Mary’s County which represents teachers, said the signing of the agreement brought a troublesome chapter of negotiations to a close.

“We’re finally closing the book on an unfortunate set of events because of last year’s deficit,” Laughlin said, adding that teachers

and system officials should come together to “rebuild the trust” between them.

Administrators signed their belated contract with the system weeks ago and likewise did not see any increase in salaries or step increase but did receive some additional leave.

Sources close to the negotiations speaking on condition of anonymity said that the recent budget submitted by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County which allows for one step increase for all county employees was not acceptable.

They said school system employees were going right back into negotiations for the fiscal 2016 employment agreement and were prepared to demand another two step increases for the next fiscal year and wanted two additional step increases for the following fiscal year. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Watergate Reporter Coming to St. Mary’s College Former Washington Post Journalist Carl Bernstein will present the 2015 Ben Bradlee Lecture on Tuesday, April 28, at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Bernstein, with his colleague Bob Woodward, won a Pulitzer Prize for their investigative reporting on the 1972 Watergate burglary and related conspiracies. Their work helped lead to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974.

The lecture is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of St. Mary’s County and the Center for the Study of Democracy at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

Bernstein left the Post in 1976 to pursue a writing career. He and Woodward co-wrote three books about Watergate.

Bernstein subsequently has published books about his parents who were blacklisted during the McCarthy Era (Loyalties: A Son’s Memoir), Pope John Paul II (His Holiness), and Hillary Clinton (A Woman in Charge).

In his Bradlee Lecture, Bernstein will eulogize his former boss as only those who knew him best can do.

In retirement, Bradlee and his wife, Sally Quinn, settled in St. Mary’s City, Md. Bradlee served on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Board of Trustees from 2003 to 2011 and chaired the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission from 1991 to 2003. Bradlee died on October 21, 2014.

Carl Bernstein currently lives in New York City and serves as a visiting presidential professor at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

The lecture is free and open to the public. It will take place in the Michael P. O’Brien Athletics and Recreation Center on E. Fisher Road on Tuesday, April 28, at 8 p.m. Signs will direct attendees to parking areas. The community is cordially invited to attend.

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Women Inspiring Women

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Sometimes, a woman just needs to take some time out and be around other women. Women Inspiring Women (WIW) offers just that - a chance to spend an evening out among friends.

Unlike business groups, the members don’t have to prepare elevator speeches before they come out to the monthly activities, said co-founder Jenny Thompson.

There are a number of organizations that focus on networking to promote business development, Thompson said, but there was a need for a group to focus on networking at the personal level.

“The goal is for women to come out and be motivated and inspired by friends with no pressure,” Thompson said.

WIW meets at least once per month, Thompson said. Currently, the group has more than 500 members. Membership is free, as are the majority of the meetings. Between meetings, WIW members post inspirational messages for each other on the community Facebook page.

The group’s biggest supporters so far have been Re/Max One, Maryland Trust Title and Escrow, LLC, C&F Mortgage, Calvert County Sheriff Dept, Friday’s Creek Winery, Susan Shaw, Jorgina Colyn, Stoney’s Broomes Island, Capitol Alarms, Maertens Fine Jewelry,

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and Cut Sheets, Thompson said. The motivational speakers have been Stacy Green and Shannon Petitjean. Officers from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office donated their time to held a selfdefense night in March.

The group’s first meeting was on Feb. 5, and they have been meeting the second Thursday of every month since.

The next regular meeting will be held on April 9 at Stoney’s on Broomes Island at 5:30 p.m. The evening will include wine glass painting and an adult Easter Egg hunt. There will be a $20 entry fee. Proceeds will benefit Farming 4 Hunger, Thompson said.

For more information, visit wiwsomd.com or the WIW Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/ womeninspiringwomensomd. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Changes In The Compulsory School Attendance Age

Beginning with the 2015-2016 school year, every student who resides in Maryland and is five years or older and under seventeen must attend school during the entire school year. This raises the drop out age to 17. This applies to students who turn age 16 on or after July 1.

The changes in law were passed by the Maryland General Assembly and Governor through Senate Bill 362 in 2012. The intent is to reduce the number of students dropping out of high school and increase the number of high school graduates. St. Mary’s County Public Schools had its highest ever on-time graduation rate of 93.46 percent for the Class of 2014. The new rate represents an increase of 10.7 percent over five years. At the same time, the four-year cohort dropout rate fell from 10.98 percent in 2010 to 4.44 percent in 2014. Both measures outpaced the Maryland State Average.

Many states have already increased their age of compulsory attendance to age 17 or age 18. Maryland will increase the age to 18 beginning with the 2017-2018 school year.

CORRECTION

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Rape Suspect Indicted on Attempted Murder Charge

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

A St. Mary’s County Grand Jury has issued another indictment against David Leon Thomas for attempted first-degree murder in addition to the attempted rape charge he incurred last year from an alleged attack against a woman at a Great Mills residence.

Police say the incident occurred Nov. 21 when David Leon Thomas went to the address of his victim and asked if he could use her cell phone. She invited him inside, charging documents read, and when he followed her into her kitchen he produced a handgun and held it to her head.

He led her back to the living room and told the victim to remove her clothes, charging documents alleged, but when she refused he put down his gun and strangled her with his hands.

When the victim awoke she found that her cell phone had been taken and Thomas had left; she also told police she couldn’t feel the left side of her body after being strangled into unconsciousness, charging documents stated.

When she was taken to the hospital police found that she had significant wounds to her neck, according to court papers.

Both the victim and other witnesses say they had seen Thomas living in the neighborhood; charging documents state Thomas lived just two doors down from the victim.

Detectives found that Thomas had been living in St. Mary’s at the Elkton Lane address without having registered as a sex offender here, charging documents stated.

In Calvert County Thomas was registered on the charge of sexual abuse of a minor; in St. Mary’s he now faces attempted murder charges as well as firstdegree attempted rape, first-degree assault, armed robbery and failing to register as a sex offender.

Thomas remains incarcerated on a no-bond status at the county detention center and is set for a three-day trial in August. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Lusby Man Arrested for Sexual Solicitation of a Minor

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer

A Lusby man was charged and arrested on Saturday for sexual solicitation of a minor after he planned to meet, whom he believed to be, a teenage girl at a pre-determined location.

On March 23, Cpl. Raddatz, of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, engaged in online conversations with Nicholas Seskar Sr., 41, who is a Tier III sex offender.

The undercover officer posed as a 15-year-old female and communicated with Seskar through the social media site, Facebook.

According to court documents, Seskar asked – whom he believed to be – a minor female to perform “numerous sexual acts” with him and also stated he wished to be “urinated on.”

According to court documents, during the course of the conversations, Seskar sent an nude photograph to the undercover officer, which clearly iden-

Prosecutor’s Office: Burglary Ring Broken Up

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

St. Mary’s prosecutors say three out of four members of an alleged burglary ring that spanned into Charles County are now facing jail time with the reputed leader of the group set for trial later this year.

“Three of the burglars have pleaded guilty,” said Assistant State’s Attorney Daniel J. White. “It was a joint investigation between St. Mary’s and Charles counties.”

White said the burglary ring, comprised of Louis Messineo, the group’s alleged leader, Corey Michael Brooks, Manda Lee Swider and Montina Knight would break into people’s homes and steal numerous items including jewelry, computers and firearms, White said.

The amounts they took totaled out to tens of thousands of dollars in theft, White told The County Times.

“We know they broke into at least six homes,” White said, adding the group committed the home invasions because of “greed, laziness and addiction to heroin.”

Messineo faces 12 criminal counts from a 2014 indictment for crimes ranging from burglary and theft to pos-

session of a firearm being a convicted felon.

He is set for trial the end of June, while Swider, Knight and Brooks have already taken pleas to similar sets of charges.

According to Brooks’ plea agreement he admitted to working with the three other conspirators to burglarize a Clements home located on Budds Creek Road in April of last year and stole one handgun and three long guns which they sold to another individual in Charles County.

Three days later, on April 28 the group burglarized another home on Bayside Road in Leonardtown where they stole two laptop computers and a 32-inch flat screen television set, the plea stated.

The group then sold the stolen items to the same person in Charles County as the other stolen items, Brooks’ plea agreement stated.

The proceeds from both burglaries were used to buy heroin in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties, according to court papers. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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tified Seskar in the photograph.

On Saturday, April 2, Seskar planned to meet the undercover officer, whom he believed to be a teenage female, at a pre-planned meeting place, where Seskar Sr., 41, Tier III Sex Offender Seskar was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center.

According to court documents, Seskar is scheduled for a preliminary hearing at District Court on April 17 at 1 p.m.

If convicted, Seskar faces a maximum of 10 years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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SHERIFF’S BLOTTER The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA), Federal Highway Administration, and local partners invite interested persons to attend an Informational Workshop regarding the MD 4 Thomas Johnson Bridge Project Planning Study from Patuxent Point Parkway to MD 235 in Calvert and St. Mary’s counties. The purpose of the project is to improve existing capacity and traffic operations, increase vehicular and pedestrian bicyclist safety along MD 4 and support existing and planned development.

WHAT: The purpose of the Workshop is to update interested persons on the progress of the study, explain its status in the Project Planning Process and outline future activities.

Based on the information gathered during detailed engineering and environmental studies and the input received from review agencies and the public, SHA has identified a Preferred Alternative for the project. Displays at the workshop also will be available on the SHA website. There will be no formal presentation. You may arrive at any time during the workshop and walk through at your own pace. SHA representatives will be available to discuss the project, answer your questions and record your comments.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: Esperanza Middle School Cafeteria 22790 Maple Road Lexington Park, MD 20653 CONTACT: Mr. Jeremy Beck, Project Manager, Office of Planning and Preliminary Engineering, Maryland State Highway Administration, 707 North Calvert Street, MS C-301, Baltimore MD 21202; call 410-545-8518 (toll-free: 1-800-548-5026); or e-mail jbeck@sha.state.md.us. For more information on this project, visit our website at www.roads.maryland.gov and click on Projects & Studies / SHA Projects Page / St. Mary’s or Calvert County / MD 4, Solomons Island Road.

REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE: The Maryland Relay Service can assist teletype users at 7-1-1. Persons requiring assistance to participate, such as an interpreter for hearing/speech or assistance with the English language, should contact Mr. Beck by April 15, 2015.

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!

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Violation Protective Order On April 3, 2015, Deputy Roszell responded to the Carter Building in Leonardtown for a violation of a protective order. The victim alleged suspect Bianca Gabrielle Guzman, age 23, of Avenue, called Guzman the victim on the phone and made threats of bodily harm in violation of an active protective order. Deputy Roszell located Guzman and placed her under arrest. She was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with Violation Protective Order. CASE #18716-15 Theft On April 3, 2015, Deputy Jason Wilson responded to the California Walmart for a reported theft. A loss prevention employee alleged suspect Martia Shemethia Hayward, age 34, of Great Mills, placed Hayward several items of merchandise in her bags which she did not scan at the self check out. Hayward then left the store without paying. She was charged with Theft Under $100 by criminal citation. CASE #18725-15 Assault On April 4, 2015, Deputy S. Cameron responded to a residence on Ellenbee Court in Lexington Park, for a reported assault. The victim alleged suspect Kenneth Ray Dyson, age 32, of Lexington Dyson Park, attempted to strangle the victim with his hands. Dyson then drug the victim through the home and at-

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tempted to the throw the victim outside. Deputy Cameron observed injuries on the victim’s neck and elbow. Dyson was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. CASE #18973-15 Burglary On April 4, 2015, Deputy K. Molitor responded to a vacant residence in Lexington Park, for a reported burglary. Witnesses reported seeing people inside the residence which they knew to be vacant. On arrival, Jones Deputy Molitor observed suspect Anthony Tyrone Jones, age 51, of no fixed address, walking down the drive way. The investigation revealed Jones had entered the residence. Jones was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. Jones was searched on arrival at the detention center by corrections staff. A portion of a hydrocodone pill was located in his shoe. Jones was charged with 4th Degree Burglary and Possession Contraband Place of Confinement. CASE #18548-15

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Theft On April 5, 2015, Deputy Manns responded to the California Walmart for a reported theft. A loss prevention employee alleged suspect Nicki Lee Jiminez, age 24, of Hollywood, concealed several items Jiminez of merchandise in her purse and attempted to leave without paying. The value of the items was over $70.00.

Jiminez was charged with Theft Under $100.00 by criminal citation. CASE #19189-15

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Library Trustees Seek Community Input for New Library The recent discussion on the Leonardtown Library has now shifted to the consideration of location. In some communications, including the correspondence from the Leonardtown Business Association, the position of the Library Board of Trustees has been misstated or understated. The Board has always maintained that the interests of the community and the library staff would be best served by a new building. In both 2011 and this year when a town site has been proposed, the Board has strongly supported the Leonard’s Grant Parkway site, and disputed the assumptions in the town recommendation.

The basis for the town’s proposal includes, in our view, speculative and overstated reasoning pointing to supposed limitations and reactions at the Leonard’s Grant Parkway site. In addition, available space in the town core, especially parking, is inadequate for a high use facility even with the limited offer of the funeral home lot. The assumption that town businesses will experience higher volume with a library in the business district is untested, and comparisons to other municipalities of varying size and layout is not necessarily indicative. Most importantly, the library is a county operation and the vast majority of items checked out from the Leonardtown library (over 70 percent) are to residents who do not live in Leonardtown. The intent of the Board is to provide a library that will provide services for a broad area of the county. In addition, the county would seem to be in a better position to fund expenses associated with the design and development of a new building, especially if the eventual construction meets the needs of the library and a senior center.

It is important to emphasize that the Library staff and

board have heard from patrons and those opinions have encouraged use of the site at Leonard’s Grant Parkway, next to the new Duke Elementary School. For more details, a copy of the October 2011 Library Trustee letter to the county, explaining the Board’s position, is available; the Board has done a great deal of investigation, research and consideration on the subject. At the most recent Open Meeting conducted by the County Commissioners, the preference for this location was also stated, including by two members of the Town Council.

The Board is optimistic that plans for a new facility will go forward at the Leonard’s Grant site. Delays over locations for reasons that have been already explored would do disservice to library users and staff.

If you value the services the libraries provide (if you are unaware, check out www.stmalib.org), please let the county commissioners know your thoughts (csmc@ stmarysmd.com).

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CSM to Host Scholarship Event at Wellness and Aquatic Center

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer

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he College of Southern Maryland (CSM), Leonardtown campus, is hosting “Splash for Scholarships” Saturday, April 25. The event is commemorating the fifth year anniversary of the Wellness and Aquatic Center. Leonardtown campus Vice President and Dean Dr. Tracy Harris said the primary purpose of the fundraiser is to raise scholarship money for students at CSM who are seeking an Associates degree or have hopes to transfer to a different institution.

“The goal is to help as many students as we can. …We have about 2,000 students who are enrolled here on the credit side of the house; and then we have about 2,000 students who are here on the noncredit side of the house. So these scholarships will primarily affect the credit students. The primary purpose of this event to raise scholarship money for needy students,” he explained during a recent interview.

Harris explained the money will go into a general scholarship fund and said he hopes to distribute the money for the upcoming fall semester. He said the goal is to raise $40,000 and after the fundraiser, they will determine the exact amount of money the school has raised and then decide how many students’ they can offer scholarships to.

“We continue to have students who talk about college and affordability and at many times they talk about the fact [that] they can’t afford to come to college. You think of community college and you think, ‘oh, it’s probably very affordable for most families’, but it still is not,” he explained.

Rane Franklin, who is the chair of the Splash for Scholarships committee, said the college is almost to their $40,000 goal and said they will try to offer as many scholarships as possible.

“I think at the last counting, we were

at $38,000 – so we’re really, really close.

We have so many kids [who] are applying for scholarships. We had like 900 people apply for scholarships last year; we were only able to give out 300 scholarships.

There is definitely a need; we’re trying to find a way to help people, help the kids

who want to go to a college, who want to get some formal education,” Franklin said.

Franklin said tickets for the event are $50 and she is encouraging people from all over the tri-county area to attend.

“We saw this as a perfect opportunity to do something right there in Leonardtown because the campus is right in the middle of town, so again we get the local community involved, we get students involved, get some people from Calvert to maybe come down there, since it’s a three campus school, we’re trying to get some involvement from everybody as much as possible.”

Harris said they are expecting approximately 200 to 300 people to attend the fundraising event.

He said it will take place both inside and outside the Wellness and Aquatic Center and said there will be a silent auction and a portion of the proceeds will go into the scholarship fund. “…We’ll have some really fun things to do. There are going to be a couple of sur-

prises. There’s been whisperings about a flash mob. We have a really great DJ,” Franklin added. “There will be some dance demonstrations there. So we’ll have a little bit of Zumba, a little bit of ballroom. It’ll be fun,” she said.

“Come in and party, we’ll have a signature drink, there will be bars around and again lots of beachy kind of food.

We’ll have a strong man/ strong woman contest. Since we have the fitness center there, we’re going to have some arm wrestling. It’s going to be very fitness orientated, but beachy. Think Venice Beach!”

Franklin encourages attendees to dress casual for the event.

“It’s a flip-flops kind of event.”

Harris said CSM is “totally committed” to the community and said The Wellness and Aquatic Center has connected the college with the whole community.

“It’s really bonded us with the community and not just the Leonardtown community, but the county. It’s seen as one of the premiere spaces in our county, so

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Vice President and Dean Dr. Tracy Harris said CSM is “totally committed” to the community and said The Wellness and Aquatic Center has connected the college with whole community.

have folks here from all over, not just this county, but outside the county that come in and are involved in our center. It really does showcase the College of Southern Maryland, but it also showcases how county government and the college can work together to bring people in…”

Harris said the center has even encouraged enrollment at the school thanks to the partnership the college has with the local high schools. Harris also said the college started a program, about two to three years ago, for all fifth graders in the public school system.

“Something that we’re doing with the fifth grade swim program, we have what we call a Destination College Visit – so the students are here to learn aquatics and all of them can’t be in the pool at the same time, so while half of them are in the pool, the other half are getting a campus tour – they’re getting information about the college; about financial aid; we actually give them a certificate saying that they’ve completed the CSM Destination College Visit, so we’re starting as early as fifth grade to get [them] introduced to the whole idea of college.”

CSM has also reached out to the senior citizens of the community with various classes they offer at the center.

“We have a program with the Arthritis Society; we have a certified aquatic trainer who is certified to teach arthritic programming so senior citizens who come

in and have different things that they’re working through, they’re trained by a certified person who is trained specifically to work with them in the water to do certain kinds of things.”

Darlene Guyther said her husband told her about the Wellness and Aquatic Center and said she currently participates in the water aerobics class.

“It’s a marvelous opportunity for all of the citizens of the county,” she said. “I know I enjoy it!”

Harris said the center has attracted a lot of interest from the community and said he hopes the facility will be able to expand in the future. “…That Wellness Center really does touch a lot of people. …We’re getting to a point where the facility is too small. We have enough interest and enough volume that you can go in there on any given day and there are people everywhere.”

For more information on the Wellness and Aquatic Center, visit www.csmd.edu/ About/campuses/leonardtown/building/ WellnessCenter.html.

For more information on Splash for Scholarships, visit www.csmd.edu/ Foundation/. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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Obituaries

Margaret Louise Morgan It’s hard to believe four years has passed, Mom, since you went to heaven. Also April 9, you would have been 88 years old.

We miss you so much. Not a day goes by that we will not think of you, your smile and your caring heart. Keep watching over your family. We know you are an angel in heaven.

Love, your son Glenn, your children, grandchildren, great-grand children and family and friends

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Laura Alice Carley, 82, of Solomons, Md., formerly of Clarksville, Md., passed away on March 31 at her residence.

Born Aug. 11, 1932 in New York, NY, she was the daughter of the late Olaf M. Andersen and Alice (Gordon) Andersen.

Laura graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in New York, N.Y. She married Charles M. Carley on July 6, 1954

Mary Louise Birdine, 92, of St. Inigoes, Md., passed away Tuesday, March 31, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, Md. Born on Dec. 24, 1922, in St. Inigoes, Md., she is the daughter of the late Ned Watts and Mabel Ball.

Mary graduated from Jarboesville High School (currently Carver Middle School). She began her employment in the Navy Exchange Laundry at Patuxent River Naval Air Station with over 20 years of dedicated service. She was later employed as a caring bus driver for Sonny Morris for an additional five years. She was also employed as a custodian for the St. Mary’s County Board of Education at Esperanza Middle School with over 20 years of service before her retirement. She was a hard working dedicated employee. She was an excellent cook and prepared many fabulous meals. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the games, cheering on her teams with her son, (Babe) William. She was a fan of the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Redskins, Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, and the Georgetown Hoyas. She was a very active member of the Mount Zion United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir and served on the usher board. Her greatest love was spending time with her family.

Mary is survived by her son, William Barnes (Louise) of Lexington Park, Md.; six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her children, Henry Barnes, Richard Barnes, Stanley Barnes and Shirley Birdine; and her brother, Stanley Ball.

Family recieved friends on Saturday, April 4, from 10 to 11 a.m., with a Funeral Service celebrated by Reverend Leroy Boldley at 11 a.m., at Mount Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mount Zion Church Road, St. Inigoes, MD 20684. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Mount Zion United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 38, St. Inigoes, Md., 20684.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com

Gloria Mae (Guy) Wood, 74, of Mechanicsville, Md. passed away on March 4 in Washington, D.C. Born on December 4, 1940 in Loveville, Md., she was the daughter of the late Mary Elizabeth (Mattingly) Guy and Claude Byron Guy. Gloria was the loving wife of Harold Eugene Wood, whom she married on Sept.

23, 1961 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, Md. Gloria is survived by her children; Dale Wood (Judi), Rhonda Wood, and Sheryl Butler (David) all of Mechanicsville, Md., 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Siblings; Dorothy Marie Thompson (Paul) of Colton’s Point, Md., Juanita Chapdelaine (Mike) of Bowie, Md., Kay Hayden (Al), Paul B. Guy (Nancy) all of Avenue, Md., Raymond P. Guy (Susan) of Clements, Md., and sister in-law Grace Ann Guy of Clements, Md.. She was preceded in death by her brothers Claude E. Guy and Bryon L. Guy. She attended Elementary School at St. Josephs in Morganza, Md. Gloria graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1959, and worked as a Chief Clerk in the Meter Division with Southern Maryland Electric Company Coop in Hughesville, Md. for 35 years, retiring in March, 2000. Gloria was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Mechanicsville, Md., where she enjoyed decorating for Christmas and Easter well as singing in the 9 a.m. church choir. Gloria enjoyed Dancing, bowling, shopping, and bunco. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and friends.

The family received friends on Monday, March 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, Md. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, March 10 at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Mechanicsville, Md. with Father Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment followed in Trinity Memorial Gardens Waldorf, Md. Pallbearers; Nicholas Wood, David E. Butler III, William S. Wood, Jr., Robert A. Wood, Shawn Guy, and Kevin Thompson. Honorary Pallbearers; Larry Wood, Andy Guy, Al Hayden, Jr., and Jason Guy. Contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Building Fund P.O. Box 166 Mechanicsville, Md. 20659, and/or Mechanicsville Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 15 Mechanicsville, Md. 20659.

Laura Alice Carley, 82

Mary Louise Birdine, 92

Gloria Mae (Guy) Wood, 74

Committed husband, father, grandfather and friend, Robert “Bobby” Moore Sr., was born on Jan. 24, 1958 to the late Georgia Anna and James Sylvester Moore. He peacefully departed this life on April 2, at his home in Lexington Park, Md. Bobby was educated in the St. Mary’s County Public School System and graduated from Great Mills High School in 1978. Bobby had several careers over the course of his life until he settled in at Metcom where he became a Licensed Waste Water Operator for the last 20 years.

Bobby had an electrifying personality; he was known and loved by many. He was always willing to help where needed and never sought recognition for his contribution. In his leisure, he enjoyed talking to and spending time with his family, working in the yard and around the house, and watching his beloved, Dallas Cowboys!

Bobby was truly blessed. He leaves to cherish his memory his high school sweetheart and wife of twenty-seven years, Judy Moore; one daughter, Sabana Moore-Barnes (Colbert IV); two sons, Robert Moore Jr. (Lashawn) and James Moore; one grandson, Diontre Barnes; one nephew, who he referred to as his son, Marcus Blackwell; a brother-in-law, William Blackwell and an infinite number of family members and friends.

Family will unite with relatives and friends on Saturday, April 11, for visitation at 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 46370 Pegg Lane, Lexington Park, Md. 20653. Interment to follow at St. Luke’s UAME Cemetery on St. George’s Island.

Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home.

Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Robert “Bobby” Moore Sr., 57

in Beltsville, Md. Laura was a homemaker and moved to Solomons, Md., from Clarksville, Md., in April 2012. What Laura enjoyed the most was being around family and friends. Her hobbies included golf, bowling, traveling and reading.

She was always ready to try out a new vineyard.

After the passing of her husband in 2011, Laura said the move to Asbury-Solomons was the best thing to do. She treasured the many new friendships she made. The day she was called home to be with her beloved husband, a new Andersen, Ande, was born.

Laura is survived by her children, Donna Tizol (Joe) of Prince Frederick, Md., and Chris Carley (Peggy) of Eldersburg, MD; grandchildren, Carley Tizol, Laura Rivers, Christopher Carley and Michael Howey; great grandchildren, Norah Carley, Charlie Rivers, Ande Rivers, Ryan Howey and Makayla Howey; and her sister, Jean Frost of Southern Pines, N.C. A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 17 at 1 p.m. at the Asbury-Solomons Auditorium.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belford Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256, Children’s National Medical Center, 111 Michigan Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20010, or the Asbury-Solomons Benevolent Fund, Attn: Patrick O’Toole, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons, Md., 20688.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Anna “Marguerite” Harper, 90, of Dameron, Md., formerly of Mineral Wells, Texas, passed away March 31, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD surrounded by her loving family and friend Born on Sept. 13, 1924, in Nashville, TN, she is the daughter of the late Charles Hinds and Ernestine Robertson Hinds.

Marguerite married her beloved husband, Weldon Hoyt Harper on April 24, 1942 in Rossville, Ga. Together they celebrated 62 wonderful years of marriage until his passing in 2004. She was employed as a factory technician until her retirement. Due to the nature of Weldon’s employment, she moved many times and lived in 20 different states. Fortunately, she enjoyed traveling and seeing other parts of the United States.

She was extremely friendly and loved meeting new friends, all the while staying in touch with her old friends. She was known for writing letters and always sending a greeting card for all holidays and birthdays. She was an avid reader, particularly enjoying harlequin romance novels.

She also enjoyed watching Western movies and dancing. She was an animal lover and regularly took in stray cats and dogs. She enjoyed shopping and had a flair for fashion and was always dressed impeccably. She was actively involved with her church ministry. She recently cruised with her son and daughter-in-law to Bermuda to celebrate her 90th birthday.

Marguerite is survived by her son, Robert C. Harper (Cheryl Newbold) of Dameron, MD; her grandchildren, Christopher Harper (Ashley) of Oak Point, TX, Shayla Hearn (Shaun) of Albany, OR, and Sharlie Weisberger (Jeff) of Rossville, TN; and her great grandchildren, Katelyn Harper and Nathan Harper of Oak Point, TX, Shelby Weisberger and Fera Weisberger of Rossville, TN, and Finley Hearn, Breanna Hearn and Teagan Hearn of Albany, Ore. In addition to her parents and husband, she is also preceded in death by her grandson, Ken Harper and her sister, June Martin.

Family recieved friends on Monday, April 6, from 9 to 10 a.m., with a Funeral Service celebrated by Pastor Jim Sanders, at Baum-CarlockBumgardner Funeral Home, 302 West Hubbard Street, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067-4843. Interment followed at Staggs Prairie Cemetery in Mineral Wells, Texas.

A Memorial Service will be celebrated by Pastor Meredith Wilkes-Arnold on Friday, April 10 at 1 p.m. at Solomons United Methodist Church, 14454 Solomons Island Road South, Solomons, Md. 20688.

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Catherine Marie Smith (Kay), 86 Catherine Marie Smith (Kay) passed into eternal sleep peacefully in her home on March 4. Catherine was born Sept. 26, 1929 in Mechanicsville, Md. She is preceded in death by her parents Louis Webster Wood and Mary Elsie Buckler of Mechanicsville, her husband of 42 years, James Rodger Smith, daughter Catherine Marie Williams, and siblings, Earl Wood, Kenneth Wilmer Wood, Joseph Harold Wood, Meriel Carroll, Robert Louis Wood, and Margaret Jean Inman. Catherine is survived by daughters Monica Ivy Smith and Pamela Gale Smith (Tom Pacobit); Grandchildren: Kelly Williams, Jamie Dawn Skinner (David), Bradley Carey (Kelly), Brandon Webster Copsey, Taylor Megan Pacobit, and Steven Ray Pacobit; and Great-Grandchild Kolby Warren Corrigan. She is also survived by sisters Mary Helen Nelson and Jeanette Theresa Buckler, alongside her son-in-law Warren Williams.

Catherine graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1944. Soon thereafter Catherine left her rural home for aspirations of city life. Being born during the Depression and experiencing the hardships of rural life, she

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We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Tuesdays may run in the following week’s edition. moved to Washington D.C. from her family’s Mechanicsville farm and became employed at the Mayflower Hotel where she became a manicurist. Many stories were regaled by Catherine of working on many of the movie stars during the time such as Frank Sinatra, Pat Boone, and Gene Autry, politicians, dignitaries, and other white-collar (of high caliber) city folk. It was in Washington D.C. as a manicurist, where she met and later married James Roger Smith. James and Catherine later returned to her roots in St. Mary’s County and made a home in Patuxent Beach (the former Seven Gables Community). Catherine was the Martha Stewart of her time. She was the matriarch of her family and to the community and made everyone feel welcomed and part of her family however extended it may be.

Catherine was known by many in the community by family, friends and neighbors as Kay, Nan, NanMamma, Burphie, Juanita, and Granny-Kay. She was revered as a caring and loving woman with much knowledge and advice. Her pleasures were crafts, gardening, building (at time reverse engineering things), cooking, and floral design for weddings and events. Catherine’s perseverance was unmatched in so many ways as she was a very determined person. She was an accomplished gardener, manicurist, homemaker, business woman (she invested in much real estate over the years), a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, friend and neighbor.

Catherine’s greatest pleasures were sharing all of her interests with family, friends and neighbors. Her greatest gift was sharing her knowledge, her time and her stories with the ones she loved. She would give of herself to others be it a story, a joke, a hug, or a glass of tea and conversation. She was an avid storyteller, a lost art today. Catherine had a situation appropriate story for just about everything. One of her sage advices were, a “wise man will give you advice, and a fool won’t take it.” Catherine so enjoyed gardening that she would give plants and bulbs to everyone she loved. As a gardener she would occasionally plant indiscriminate roses and other plantings in and around the neighborhood. Her plant offspring’s can be found all throughout the community and spanning many states for those who came to visit and got the ‘Kay Smith’ care package. She fed many over the years as she was very nurturing and often joked that she was a First National Bank, a bed and breakfast, a taxi service, a maid, a short-order cook and she shared with many these fast order cooking techniques. Her specialty was fried chicken and mashed potatoes ‘Southern Style’. Catherine Marie Smith was truly a “Southern Style” woman who cared for everyone that came into her life. She was the definition of self-less and will be missed and loved forever.

The family received friends on Tuesday, March 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, Md. A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Mechanicsville, Md. with Rev. Sue Carns officiating.

Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Robert Emmett Scully, 92 Robert Emmett Scully, 92, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away March 8 in BurnettCalvert Hospice house, Prince Frederick, Md. He was born on Feb. 27, 1923 in Washington D.C. to the late Robert E. Scully, Sr. and Helen Thompson Scully.

Mr. Scully was the President of Graham and Associates. They were a printing company and film maker for the Arab American Oil Company. They had offices in Washington D.C., New York, Rome, and Beirut.

Mr. Scully then went on to become the

President of Design and Production Inc. They worked designing the exhibits for the State Department, National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Museums, some of the Presidential Libraries, John F. Kennedy, Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford and companies such as the World Fair Events in the United States, Canada and Australia. Mr. Scully was a kind and generous man with a wonderful sense of humor who will be missed by all.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy D. Scully, father of Robert Emmett Scully III, Edward Scully, and the late Mary Barbee. Stepfather of Coll Frost, Flint W. Frost and the late Heather Ann Frost. Grandfather of four, great grandfather of two, great great grandfather of three, he is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother Albert Scully.

Services were private.

Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic, Maryland.

Paul Anthony “Peg Leg” Deckard, Jr., 76 Paul Anthony “Peg Leg” Deckard, Jr., 76, of Mechanicsville, Md. passed away Saturday, March 7, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.

He was born on April 5, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to the late Paul Deckard and Freda May Bohn.

On March 15, 1956, Peg Leg enlisted in the United States Navy and served at NAS, Sanford, Fla. and onboard the U.S.S. Saratoga and U.S.S. Essex before his honorable discharge on July 9, 1959. He was employed as a Baltimore City Police Officer until the 1980’s.

After leaving the City police force, he moved to Southern Maryland. On Sept. 12, 1997, he married his beloved wife, Betty Anne Cox, in Leonardtown, Md. Together they enjoyed over 17 wonderful years of marriage. He enjoyed shooting pool, playing shuffleboard, the board game Sorry and the card game Rummy. He also enjoyed cheering on the Baltimore Ravens. He was a member of the National Rifle Association, the Veterans Administration, the American Legion, and the VFW. His greatest love was for his family, whom he enjoyed spending his time with.

In addition to his wife, Betty, Peg Leg is also survived by his children, Nanette Mittermeirer (Paul) of Edgewood, Md. and Martin Deckard (Maria) of California; his grandchildren, Mary-Gen Mittermeier of Edgewood, Md., Janine Deckard & Evan Deckard of California; his sister-in-law, Mary Budd (Lester) of Mechanicsville, Md.; and his nieces and nephews, Linda Baxter, Bruce Baxter, Jr., Rusty Baxter , Jacob Veluz, John Nichols, Kristina Nichols, John Nichols, Jr., Cody Nichols, Cory Nichols, Tammy Poole, David Poole, and Bruce and Terry Burke.

All services will be private.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Mary Lucinda Mack, 90 Mary Lucinda Mack, 90 of Colton’s Point, Md., known as ‘Cindy’’ or ‘Aunt Cindy’ to her friends and family, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness on Friday, March 13.

Mary was born on Oct. 28, 1924 to Darby and Anna Elizabeth Hobbs-Jones of Colton’s Point, Maryland. She was educated in the St. Mary’s County public school system.

Mary worked for many years as a domestic in Washington, D.C., Lexington Park, Md. and Colton’s Point, Md. until her retirement in 2000. She was a faithful member of Holy Angels Roman Catholic Church and a loving and devoted wife and mother--to all.

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One of Mary’s greatest joys was cooking for her family, especially on the holidays. She loved, unconditionally, family and friends. She enjoyed working with different puzzle books and watching her television game shows-Price Is Right, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, James Francis Mack, Sr., parents, eight siblings and 10 nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her loving son, James Francis Mack, Jr.; Carl Tyrone Jones (nephew); Colleen Kay Petersen (niece); sister In-law, Celeste Jones, a whole host of nieces and nephews who she loved like her own children, goddaughter, Martha Young and best friends, Genevieve Short and Frances Armstrong.

Family united with friends on Friday, March 20 for visitation at 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 21340 Colton Point Road, Avenue, Md. 20609. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Church Cemetery, Bushwood, Md. Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home

Ernest Drake Pfeiff, 53 Ernest Drake Pfeiff, 53, of Leonardtown, Md., passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, March 15.

Ernie was born on Sept. 14, 1961, in Jacksonville, Fla., to Mary Mattingly Pfeiff and Robert Louis Pfeiff, Sr. Ernie was a gifted designer who built a career on designing commercial and residential space. He was able to put the dreams of others into their homes through relationships, conversations, and wishes. His hobbies included photography, playing guitar, flying, and collecting cars; however, his greatest love was for his

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wife and family. On May 18, 2002, he married his beloved wife, “Casey” Page Pfeiff, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Compton, MD. Together they celebrated 13 wonderful years of marriage where they shared the love of photography and the arts.

In addition to his wife, Casey, Ernie is survived by his parents and siblings - Robert Louis Pfeiff, Jr. (Patti), Mary Karen Mudd (Joe), and Richard Maguire Pfeiff (Karen); his nephews Robert Pfeiff, Alex Pfeiff, and R `Ryan Mudd, who was his godson; his nieces Sarah Pfeiff, Mary Mudd, and Jennifer Mudd.

Prior to Ernie’s illness he and Casey took a memorable trip to Canada. Ernie also had fond memories of his family’s trip to all 48 contiguous states when he was a youngster. He was a phenomenal storyteller with a bit of wit thrown in to make everyone smile. Ernie was a great friend to many and his friendships were lifelong and meaningful to him. He spoke of his friends and family often and always had a quiet moment to reminisce. Ernie also had fond memories of growing up on his grandfather’s place, Tudor Hall Farm.

Family and friends were received on Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a service celebrated at 1 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be private.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins, 401 North Broadway, Weinberg Building, Baltimore, Md. 21287-0019.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com

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Little Explorers Discover A Colorful World On April 15 Program focuses on young visitors

Spring is coming, flowers are blooming, and the world is becoming more colorful!

Join the Little Explorers program and see how many colors you can spy around the museum. The program will meet at 10 a.m. on April 15, by the Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary.

Little Explorers discover the world at Historic St. Mary’s City through storytelling, crafts, songs, and outdoor exploration. Preschoolers, ages 3-5, and an accompanying parent are invited to gather at Historic St. Mary’s City for an hour of adventure, fun, and learning twice monthly on Wednesdays in the spring and fall. Each Little Explorers gathering features a different theme.

The program runs from 10 until 11 a.m. Admission is $4 per child for non-members ($3 for Friends) and accompanying adults visit free. The fee includes full-day admission to the museum.

Bring a picnic and spend the day! For more information, contact Sharol at 240-895-4980 or email info@HSMCdigshistory. org.

Historic St. Mary’s City is a museum of living history and archaeology on the site of Maryland’s first capital in beautiful, tidewater Southern Maryland. For more information about this program or the museum, contact the Visitor Center at 240895-4990, 800-SMC-1634, or info@ HSMCdigshistory.org.

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St. Mary’s County Special Olympics Basketball Teams Compete in the State Tournament The Maryland School for the Deaf in Frederick hosted our five 3v3 teams on March 21 and various sites within Frederick provided the March 22 venue for four 5v5 squads.

In 3v3 games Coach Chuck Latham’s team played well with the addition of two new players, including Dylan Latham who motivated his team. Coach Bixby and Coach Mark Fondren also had teams who competed well, and they cited Ashley Stein as displaying great sportsmanship with her teammates and opponents throughout the season. Coach Marcia Bald’s team won a gold medal in their division with Melody Chase as the high scorer. New player Grayson Jones also contributed greatly during practices and competitions. Coach Diane Huseman’s team was rewarded with a bronze medal. John Gallagher’s Player Development team secured a gold medal and first year coach Annette Hartz’s team brought home silver. Thanks are extended to unified players Brian and Ben Hartz.

In 5v5 games coaches Don Bewick and Will Ridley’s team and a Montgomery County squad shared a gold medal for a tied performance. Avery Long and

Larry Mills led the way in scoring and rebounding. First year coach Ron Crescini along with Coach Jason Zimmerman coached their team to silver. Brandon Chan and Samantha provided solid play and Jim Downs rebounded particularly well. Coach Henry Hill’s team played four games and achieved second place silver, as did Coach Jim Russell’s high school aged team.

Special thanks are extended to Green Holly School and Cornerstone Church for providing their facilities for practices.

For more information about Special Olympics visit our website, www.stmaryso.org or e-mail us at somdsmc@ md.metrocast.net.

CSM Online Scholarship Finder Opens FAFSA: Required to Receive Financial Aid, CSM Scholarships The College of Southern Maryland Online Scholarship Finder is now open for students to apply for CSM Foundation scholarships for the 2015-16 academic year. The first step in order to receive any financial aid or scholarships for college is to submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

Current and incoming College of Southern Maryland students can find help with FAFSA through CSM’s Financial Assistance Department.

“One of the biggest obstacles in obtaining financial aid is the complexity of the FAFSA. Although the form is not difficult to fill out, a misunderstanding or miscalculation can significantly impact a student’s eligibility for financial aid. Students and parents can become frustrated and give up. While there is a priority deadline of March 1, which coincides with deadlines for state financial aid, filing FAFSA after March 1 does not mean that students will miss out on financial aid entirely. In fact, many grants and scholarships continue accepting applications until all funds are exhausted,” said College of Southern Maryland Financial Assistance Director Chris Zimmermann.

CSM’s Financial Assistance Department provides online tutorials through Financial Aid TV (FATV) for parents and students who want to ensure the

best outcome to requests for financial aid. The videos, located at csmd.financialaidtv.com/, provide tips and answer frequently asked questions about seeking financial aid and paying for college.

Over the past three years, Zimmermann has seen a significant increase in the numbers of FAFSA applications over the past three years with the number of students at CSM receiving financial aid increasing by 25 percent, from 3,706 to 4,642 between 2011 and 2014.

To avoid missing out on first-come, first-served state and federal student aid programs, and merit scholarships, students should complete their FAFSA forms sooner rather than later, Zimmermann said.

“Each year the CSM Foundation awards scholarships in a number of academic programs of study to students with varying backgrounds and needs, however, CSM does require all students to complete a FAFSA as part of the scholarship application process,” said CSM Development Director Chelsea Brown.

Applications will be accepted through May 31. To access the online application, visit www.csmd.edu/Financial/ scholarships/index.html.

For information on financial aid at CSM, visit www.csmd.edu/Financial/ apply.html.

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Energy & Water Conservation and Recycling Information Animal Welfare & Rescue, including Birds of Prey & Greyhounds Children’s Crafts & Activities, Live Music & Dancing, Seated Massages FREE Kayak Rides, Nature Walks & Organic Ice Cream Samples!

For more information call 301-475-9791 Sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association and the Commissioners of Leonardtown, with funding in part by a grant from the St. Mary’s County Arts Council

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CSM Encourages Youth to Pursue STEM Careers

College Highlights Science, Engineering, Technology, Math During April Preparing students to fulfill the highpaying technical jobs of the future is a top priority for the College of Southern Maryland, which has expanded its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to include a wide variety of events for students and educators.

Throughout April, Spotlight on STEM hosted by CSM and other key partners, includes a number of community outreach events and activities. These are expected to draw more than 3,500 students, educators and industry leaders. Supporting STEM programs and activities at CSM are sponsors including, Platinum Sponsor CSM Foundation; Silver Sponsor The Patuxent Partnership for robotics programs; Bronze Sponsors BAE Systems and PNC Foundation; Event Partner Sponsors Exelon Generation Calvert Cliffs Nuclear, Lockheed Martin Foundation, Sabre Systems, Inc. and Vyalex Management Solutions.

For information or sponsorships on Spotlight on STEM and CSM programs in science, technology, engineering and math, visit www.csmd.edu/stem.

Tri-County Job and Career Fair CSM will host a job and career fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 7, at the La Plata Campus Physical Education (PE) Center, with 40 employers from Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties as well as business and organizations outside Southern Maryland.

CSM students who are completing their degrees and certificates as well as community members are invited to meet with human resources professionals to learn about indemand careers and current job openings.

Attendees should be prepared with resumes and dressed ready to interview. To learn interviewing techniques and get ‘Job Fair Ready,’ students can make an appointment to meet one-on-one with a career specialist on April 2. The career counseling is free.

Contact Career Services at 301-934-7569 for an appointment.

Destination College Throughout the year, elementary and middle schools visit CSM campuses to experience college for a day. The students participate in a variety of activities to create awareness and promote active thinking about post-secondary education opportunities including careers with a focus on STEM. At the day’s end students participate in a graduation ceremony that includes an acceptance certificate to CSM upon successful completion of Maryland State High School requirements.

LEGO Robotics Championship—Junior Division The college’s robotics competition has reached more than 5,500 participants over the years to become the premier robotics competition among area elementary and middle school students. The April 11 competition at the La Plata Campus spotlights the skills and talents of local student teams in the construction of their robots, programming, driving and strategy, with an emphasis on teamwork. This year’s theme is “Nature’s Fury” and asks competitors to find solutions to prepare for and survive a natural disaster. The top 48 teams, representing 31 elementary schools and 17 middle schools, determined from earlier qualifiers, will compete for awards.

Student Success Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference The Student Success Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, April 17 at the La Plata Campus, is a day-long conference for K-12 teachers, administrators and college instructors, and serves to provide effective teaching tips from state and national experts in a variety of areas, including STEM. Conference tracks will feature Effective Teaching of STEM; Student Preparedness; Technology; Teaching Approaches and Strategies; and General Interest. A keynote address, “Strategies for Inspiring Excellence in STEM,” will be presented by Dr. Pamela McCauley, author, award-winning educator and professor leading the Human Factors in Disaster Management Research Team at the University of Central Florida. She is the 2014 recipient of the Black Engineer of the Year Educational Leadership Award.

Women + Math In its 10th year, Women + Math introduces young women ages 13 and over to career professionals to learn what it is like to have a successful career in a field that draws heavily on math. Successful women working in fields such as healthcare, computer science, architecture, engineering, physics, meteorology and cyber security will interact with the students April 18 at the La Plata Campus in workshops as well as meet one-on-one in their fields of interest. A keynote address, “STEM: A Great Choice for Girls,” will be presented by McCauley, the 2014 recipient of the Black Engineer of the Year Educational Leadership Award.

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After a day of exploring the rigors of college, CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried presents an acceptance certificate to CSM to middle school students attending the Destination College graduation ceremony.

CSM Tri-County Job and Career Fair 2015. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 7.

College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Physical Education (PE) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata.

The College of Southern Maryland is holding the Tri-County Job and Career Fair for students, alumni and community members who are seeking employment opportunities. Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with employers in areas ranging from information technology and health care to hospitality and government. There will be representatives from more than 40 businesses. Free.

CareerServices@csmd.edu, 301-934-7569, http://www.csmd.edu/JobFair/.

CSM Student Success MidAtlantic Conference. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 17. College of

Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata.

This one-day conference for educators, administrators and staff from kindergarten through college will highlight best practices in teaching through workshops and peer discussion. Conference tracks include teaching approaches and strategies, student preparedness, technology, general interet and effective teaching of STEM. Includes keynote address by Dr. Pamela McCauley, author, award-winning educator and professor leading the Human Factors in Disaster Management Research Team at the University of Central Florida, networking and lunch. $80 through April 3, then $100. jandrews-walker@csmd.edu, 301-934-7824, http://www.dlf.csmd.edu/studentsuccess/registration.html.

CSM Women + Math = Infinite Possibilities.

8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., April 18. College of

Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI Building), 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata.

This one-day event will feature workshops, presentations and discussions designed to inform young women on careers that rely heavily on math. Keynote address

by Dr. Pamela McCauley, author, award-winning educator and professor leading the Human Factors in Disaster Management Research Team at the University of Central Florida. Open to young women ages 13 and older as well as high school math teachers and parents.

The workshops will cover various subjects, including architecture, electrical engineering, microbiology and veterinary medicine. Free.

Registration deadline is April 10. For information, visit http://www.csmd.edu/stem/events_WAMinfo. html, 301-934-7808 or SandraP@csmd.edu.

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Karen Jessee & Thomas William Tear at Sotterley Speaker Series Teen Art “Close to the Vest and Under the Skirt” Contest March was Youth Art Month and the Lexington Park Library Gallery hosted a Teen Art Contest open to all teens throughout the county. The winners were announced at the reception on Wednesday, April 1. The Peoples Choice winner was Paige Upright and the Library Choice award went to Sarah Baldacchino. Congratulations to the

The Close to the Vest and Under the Skirt tour of the Civil War is based on Karen Jessee’s Under the Skirt Tour of the Civil War. The program connects women and history with the clothing that tells their story, noted author and reenactor Thomas William Tear and Karen Jessee bring to life the fashions of the wealthy classes of the mid-1800s.

Thomas Tear is an award-winning writer and author from New Castle, Delaware. The Delaware Press Association honored his historic fiction novel, “Memoirs of a Confederate Gentleman”, in 2012. An avid collector of cameos, Victorian hair work jewelry, mourning jewelry and period textiles, Mr. Tear has been involved with the re-enactment community for 10 years. His programs are in high demand with historical societies, schools, women’s clubs and church groups.

Karen Jessee, from Wilmington, Delaware, is the winner of the NBC National Teacher Award. She is also known for her work with masks and makeup in local theatres and opera. Today, Ms. Jessee is a professional organizer, writer, and guest speaker on both organizing and women’s historical clothing. Ms. Jessee is also the winner of numerous writing awards from the Delaware Press Association and The National Association of Press Women.

This event is free to the public. Advance reservations are required due to limited seating. Call 301-373-2280 to

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People’s Choice winner, Paige Upright.

winners and to all the participants in the show. The Lexingon Park Gallery is run by the St. Mary’s County Arts Council. If you are interested in showing your work at the gallery please contact Nell Elder at info@smcart.org. make your reservation.

Because of the generous grant and continued support from The Boeing Company, Sotterley Plantation is able to offer this important community outreach, fulfilling its mission to preserve, research, and interpret Sotterley Plantation’s diverse cultures and environments and to serve the world as an educational, cultural, and community resource.

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Jim Gill Family Concert for All Ages!

Lexington Park branch will host a fabulous Jim Gill Family Concert for all ages on Sunday, April 19 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Jim Gill is a nationally known award-winning children’s musician, author and child-development specialist.

This program is free and is sponsored by The Friends of the St. Mary’s County Library.

Attendees to the April 1st Reception, Ashley Sullivan, Hazel Honeycutt, Christina Georgio and Leah Sours.

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School-age: Crazy for Chemistry Lexington Park branch will hold a school-age Crazy for Chemistry activity for kids ages 7 and older. Children should dress for mess as they will be cooking up a gooey polymer and experimenting with density, surface tension and more!

Registration is required on the library website, www.stmalib.org.

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Mobile Career Center at Lexington Park The Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center will be at the Lexington Park branch on Wednesday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide assistance to job seekers.

Congratulations to the Teen Art Contest Winners!

The Library’s Choice Winner was Sarah Baldacchino’s painting of a butterfly.

Sarah is 13 and a Lexington Park customer. The Viewer’s Choice Winner was Paige Upright’s pencil drawing of Emma Watson. Paige is 16 and a Charlotte Hall customer. Thirty-eight people attended a Showcase on April 1 where the winners were announced. Paige Upright was present to receive her award. To see all the entries, including the winners, go to the Library’s Flickr: www.flickr. com/photos/stmaryslibrary/.

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CSM Helps 50-Plus Population Prepare for Next Careers Plus50 Encore College Completion Program Hosts Information Session

The College of Southern Maryland joined 100 colleges nationwide in a three-year initiative called the “Plus 50 Encore College Completion Program,” which assists colleges in expanding campus programs that engage the plus-50 population with a focus on workforce training and preparing for new careers.

An interactive career development session for people age 50 and older, will take place from 5:307:30 p.m., April 9 at the college’s Leonardtown Campus, Building A, Room 206, 22950 Leonardtown Road, Leonardtown. Attendees will have the opportunity to complete a career assessment profile and learn about Career Starters training programs, certificate programs, degree program and classes for personal enrichment.

“As baby boomers are seeking to transition to a next or new career this program will help them renew a passion they may have put on hold while they were raising a family or working. The program will help students make the best use of the college’s available resources from updating technology skills to pursuing a new career to fulfilling fitness goals,” said CSM Personal Enrichment Program Coordinator Shaunda Holt.

The program offers skill updates and career

makeovers for those who want to venture into careers such as dental assistant, certified nursing assistant or geriatric nursing assistant (CNA/GNA) certification, patient care tech, certified medical administrative assistant, EKG technician, nurse, pharmacy technician, physical therapy aid, early childhood education teacher or substitute teacher.

With solid employment track records and years of experience, boomers, with updated technical skills, will position themselves for successful second and even third careers—rewarding careers,” said Holt.

The event is free but registration for the April 9 event is required at csmd.edu/communityeducation/plus50encore.html.

Refreshments will be provided. For information contact Holt at srholt@csmd.edu or 301-934-7652.

For information on CSM’s Workforce Development programs, visit www.csmd.edu/ WorkforceDevelopment/.

CSM’s Plus50 Encore Program provides ‘seasoned adults’ with skills to pursue a next career such as computer repair technician, a certificate course Chennault Wright of Waldorf took earlier this spring.

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7th Annual Calvert Green Expo & Green Craft Fair

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Go Green – Good Planets Are Hard To Find!

The Calvert County Citizen’s Green Team will host the 7th Annual Calvert Green Expo & Green Craft Fair on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center on Dowell Road in Solomons, Maryland. Admission is free. The Calvert Green Expo highlights environmentally-friendly products, services, ideas, and gifts!

The Green Expo is a great place to connect with local groups, learn about energy-saving techniques, and hear about living more sustainably. There will be plenty of free children’s activities, fantastic giveaways, greenproduct vendors, green shopping, great food, and plenty of engaging and interesting booths to explore!

Young visitors should pick up a Children’s Passport at the Welcome Booth, which will guide them on a fun adventure as they explore all the hands-on activities at the Expo.

Live entertainment will be part of the Green Expo this year, in addition to several new vendors. Bay Stone Arts will offer handmade jewelry with fossil and stones from Calvert Cliffs. The Ruby Foxs Den products that include natural skin care products, a variety of farm eggs, and hand painted creations. Greenstreet Growers Inc. will provide information about landscaping, greenwalls and organic products. Save 10:15 AM Thrive with

Sha will be presenting toxin free personal cleaning products, dehydrated and freezedried foods next to the TESLA S). The UMCES Chesapeake Biological Lab will have a booth this year where visitors can learn about important environmental aspects of the Chesapeake Bay science and research, featuring a watershed model.Guests of all ages will enjoy exploring the vendor booths and having a chance to talk with leaders and educators in the “green living” atmosphere.

Be sure to learn about new developments in renewable energy and green technology, discuss how to lower home energy costs, harness solar power, build a green home, plant a healthier garden, or compost your waste! The Green Expo coincides with the Annmarie Garden’s monthly Maker’s Market, so there are also many Earth-friendly, repurposed, home grown, and fair trade gifts for sale! The Green Expo will give you the skills, knowledge, and inspiration to go green in your everyday life! For additional information please call (410) 326-4640, send an email to info@annmariegarden.org, or visit www.annmariegarden.org.

The Calvert County Citizen’s Green Team works to promote sustainable lifestyles by identifying and sharing innovative green technologies hosting the annual Calvert County Green Expo, and encouraging environmental stewardship among county citizens in their workplace, homes, and communities. To learn more,

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visit Calvert County Citizen’s Green Team on Facebook, call 410-326-4640, email info@annmariegarden.org, or visit www.annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/ node/245.

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“There was a shortage of storage in the county that needed to be rectified,” Property Manager John Charles said. “These days, we predominantly serve the Hollywood, Wildewood and Leonardtown areas. We primarily serve residential customers. We do some commercial and we also do UHAUL truck rentals. We offer 13 different bin sizes from 5x5 up to 13x24 feet. Our most popular bin that we rent and that we have the most of is the 10x10.”

In addition to its variety of size options, Security Storage also offers clients a choice between indoor and outdoor storage.

“The most popular units are the drive up units, and the majority of our units are drive up, where you can pull right up to the bin and unload. We also offer interior insulated power vented units, with sizes ranging from 5x5 to 10x15,” Charles said.

Not only is Security Storage accommodating in its storage opportunities, the property itself is conveniently located and easy to access.

“Our location makes us unique. We’re located in a good, quiet area. The property is large and can be accessed by moving trucks of considerable size,” Charles said.

Security Storage is dedicated to making the forebod-

ing task of storage as convenient as possible for its customers, providing necessary services and a variety of discounts.

“The UHAUL truck rental service, combined with storage rental is a big plus for customers, because it allows them to easily transport their goods to or from the property. It really allows for a simple moving experience,” Charles said. “There is usually a special depending on availability, so be sure to ask about them when you call or come in. We offer a variety of discounts. Currently, the most popular is the one that gives you the first month free when renting unit bins of certain sizes.”

The large property is both easy to maneuver and secure, so customers can rest assured that their belongings are in good hands.

“We have a resident manager, video monitoring systems, motion detection and full fences with roll-back entry and exit gates,” Charles said. “The gates are on a timed schedule, and can only be opened with a passcode between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. daily. In addition, most of our units have lights inside them, and the property is well lit during nighttime hours.”

During his time managing Security Storage, Charles has gained a sincere appreciation for the people around him.

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If you’re in need of a place to keep your belongings, be it long term or temporarily, Security Storage is the place for you.

For more information about Security Storage, call 301373-4290, visit www.securitystoragemd.com or drop by the property at 43890 Commerce Avenue in Hollywood.

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Henderson Scores Thrilling Win in Potomac Season Opener

Limited Late Model feature finish 1. Daryl Hills 2. Derrick Quade 3. Tyler Emory 4. Brandon Long 5. James Sparks 6. Billy Hubbard

Street Stock feature finish 1.Mike Franklin 2. Mike Latham 3. Mike Hanbury 4.

Jonny Oliver 5. Lloyd Deans 6. Dale Reamy 7. Billy Hill 8.

Scott Wilson 9. Chuck Bowie 10. Ray Hackett

Strictly Stock feature finish 1.John Hardesty 2. Nabil Guffey 3. Greg Mattingly 4.

Ray Bucci 5. Ed Pope Sr. 6. JJ Silvious 7. Jimmy Suite 8.

Johnny Hardesty 9. Drew Payne (DNS)

Hobby Stock feature finish 1. Ed Pope Jr. 2. Ryan Clement 3. Jonathon Raley 4.

Buddy Dunagan 5. Dave Adams 6. Greg Morgan 7. Tommy Wagner Jr. 8. Tommy Randall 9. Robbie Kramer Jr. 10.

Matt Stewart 11. Jordan Pilkerton 12. Ray Reed 13. John Burch 14. Billy Crouse 15. Gage Perkins 16. Yogi Pope 17.

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RUSH Crate Late Model feature finish 1. Darin Henderson 2. Darren Alvey 3. Reese Masiello 4. Ben Bowie 5. Matt Tarbox 6. Jeff Pilkerton 7.

Harry Shipe 8. Timmy Booth 9. Tracy Graves 10. Megan Mann 11. John Imler 12. Jamie Sutphin

in the in the 20-lap Limited Late Model feature. Hills,who started on the pole, darted into the race lead on lap-one and would lead the distance in the caution-free event to post his 13th career division feature win. “Wow, it’s been a while since we’ve won here.” Hills stated. “I have to give Ricky Lathroum a big thanks for allowing me to drive his car, this is a great way to start the season.” Derrick Quade was second with Tyler Emory, Brandon Long and James Sparks completing the top-five.

Defending Winchester (VA) speedway Pure Stock champion Mike Franklin drove to his 3rd-career Potomac feature win in the 16-lap Street Stock feature. Franklin would eventually lead all 16-circuits, but would have to fend off a late race rush by Mike Latham to preserve the win.

Mike Hanbury, Jonny Oliver and Lloyd Deans rounded out the top-five.

John Hardesty was triumphant in the 15-lap Strictly Stock feature. Nabil Guffey lead the first eight-laps before Hardesty slid by on lap-nine to score his 10th career Potomac feature win. Guffey held on for second with Greg Mattingly, Ray Bucci and Ed Pope Sr. filling the front-five.

In the nightcap 15-lap Hobby Stock main, Ed Pope Jr. would take the win. Ryan Clement would lead the first threelaps before Pope zipped by on lap-four and would lead the remaing laps uncontested to secure his 5th-career division feature win. Clement held tough for second with Jonathon Raley, Buddy Dunagan and Dave Adams following Pope to the finish.

Pasadena Maryland’s Darin Henderson came out on top in a wild finish to claim the win in last Friday nights 25-lap RUSH Racing Series Crate Late Model event at Potomac speedway. The win for Henderson, the 8th of his Potomac career, came in a brand new Rocket chassis that saw action for the first time this season.

Darren Alvey and Matt Tarbox shared the front-row for the start with Alvey blasting into the race lead as the mob raced off turn-two. Alvey, a class rookie, appeared to have the car to beat as he would lead a majority of the event. As Alvey lead, sixth-starting Darin Henderson arrived to the runner-up spot on lap-eleven and set his sights on the leader.

As the duo took the white flag Henderson got a run on Alvey to the inside off turn-two as a lapped car was directly in their path. Henderson used the lapped car to perfection as Alvey was forced to crack the throttle and as they came off turn four for the checkered flag Henderson nipped Alvey at the stripe for the win. “I am worn out.” a happy Darin Henderson stated in Potomac’s victory lane. “Those last five-laps were intense,and I give a ton of credit to Darren Alvey for racing me as clean as he did,we got pretty close there a few times.”

The off-season chassis change was a big part of Henderson’s winning drive. “This is a brand new car.” Said Henderson.

“I have to thank Kyle Lear for all his help with this car and especially my Mom and Dad, without them we wouldn’t be here right now.” Alvey would settle for second with Reese Masiello, Ben Bowie and Matt Tarbox rounding out the topfive. Heats went to Henderson and John Imler.

Former track champion Daryl Hills took top honors

Hills In Charge in LLM Main

SPORTS

Thursday, April 9, 2015

St. Mary’s Baseball Falls Twice at No. 3 Salisbury It was a rough day for the St. Mary’s College of Maryland baseball team on April 6 as the Seahawks dropped a Capital Athletic Conference doubleheader on the road to No. 3 Salisbury University by scores of 31-12 and 28-0 (7 innings).

St. Mary’s (8-16, 5-10 CAC) scored 12 runs on 17 hits, including four extrabase hits, and three Sea Gull errors in the opener. Senior OF Paul Roemer (Westminster, Md./Westminster) paced the Seahawks at the plate with a 3-for-5 effort.

Roemer drove in three runs and connected on his second triple of the season while also scoring two.

Salisbury (20-0, 15-0 CAC) notched its 31 runs on 23 hits and nine Seahawk errors. The Sea Gulls collected six extra-base hits, including two home runs.

Sophomore SS Pete Grasso (Wilmington, Del./A.I. DuPont) led SU offensively by going 3-for-3 with three RBI and two runs scored.

First-year RHP Matt Wolanin (Annapolis, Md./Annapolis) suffered the loss on the mound as Wolanin (2-2) allowed 14 runs (eight earned) on 11 hits in the first inning of action. Senior Brett Collacchi (Bear, Del./Saint Mark’s) improved to 4-0 on the season as Collacchi gave up three runs on six hits in 4.0 innings pitched with two walks and one strikeout.

The nightcap was called after seven innings due to darkness. Sophomore 2B Zach Rowe (Annapolis, Md./Calvert

Hall) was the only Seahawk to pick up a hit in the second game with a single up the middle in the third inning. Senior captain Brad Dioguardo (Owings Mills, Md./ Franklin) and junior catcher Hayden Ferington (Centreville, Va./Westfield) each drew a walk to reach base.

Salisbury tallied its 28 runs on 25 hits, including 12 extra-base hits, and four Seahawk errors. Senior OF Kyle Hayman (Wilmington, Del./St. Elizabeth) and junior 1B Jake Dmiterchik (Milton, Del./Cape Henlopen) each recorded four hits for the Sea Gulls. Hayman stroked a pair of triples while Dmiterchik had two doubles.

Junior LHP Ben Goldsmith (Ellicott City, Md./Centennial) fell to 1-1 on the season after yielding 13 runs (11 earned) on 10 hits in 2.1 innings with one strikeout and one walk. Grasso (1-0) claimed his first win on the mound as he pitched a complete-game one-hit shutout, striking out eight and walking just two. Grasso helped out his own cause by going 2-for-5 with a two-run homer in the first inning.

The Seahawks hope to return to the win column on Wednesday, April 8th when St. Mary’s travels to Fredericksburg, Virginia to take on University of Mary Washington in a single CAC game at 3:30 p.m. The Seahawks will look to complete the sweep over UMW after tagging a 6-2 win at the Hawk’s Nest on March 25.

St. Mary’s Athletics Celebrates Fourth Annual NCAA Division III Week

The St. Mary’s College of Maryland athletic department is celebrating the Fourth Annual NCAA Division III Week (April 6-12, 2015) with daily student-athlete profiles throughout the week as well as an interview with Professor Heather Moon, faculty mentor to the men’s and women’s cross country teams.

The week of April 6-12 has been designated as Division III Week and schools across the country will be celebrating the impact of athletics and of student-athletes on the campus and the surrounding community.

St. Mary’s will kick off Division III Week today with a pair of student-athlete profiles from men’s soccer player Matt Braun and women’s cross country runner Brianna Darling.

Anyone interested in following Division III Week can do so through the SMCM athletic website at www. smcmathletics.com. If you miss any of the student-athlete profiles or Professor Moon’s interview, you can catch up on all of the week’s essays at St. Mary’s D3 Week page.

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April, Month Long Registration for Camp The House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) Register for CAMP: Dance Discovery! All students ages 6-12 welcome.

Everyday July 13-17 from 9am - 5pm.

Discover a summer dance program packed with a variety of different dance styles! Students will learn world Dance, Hip Hop, Breaking’, Jazz, Choreography, Musical Theatre, Hooping, and much more! Students will also learn costuming, making props, characterization, and create unique art projects!

Dancers will increase their strength, coordination, rhythm, and awareness with this program. Students will need to bring a bag lunch, and wear comfortable clothing. $249/Student For more information call 301-373-6330, Email admin@thehouseofdance.org, or visit www.thehouseofdance.org.

Register for Summer Youth & Adult Classes The House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) Summer is right around the corner, and with our variety of classes for youth and adults, you can have fun all summer! For more information, or to register, please call 301-373-6330, Email admin@thehouseofdance.org, or visit www.thehouseofdance.org.

Horseshoe Casino Trip Bookings Horseshoe Baltimore Casino (1525 Russell St., Baltimore) – Bus leaves 9 a.m. on May 1 Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad is sponsoring a day trip to the 2nd largest casino in Maryland - Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore on Friday, May 1.

Price is $51 per person on a first come/ first served basis. We urge you to book early. The price includes: coach bus, water, package ($30 Coin), pull tabs, video and 6 hours of gambling. The bus will depart from the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 1. Other pick up stops are Charlotte Hall and Waldorf. The bus will return at approximately 7 p.m. To book your trip to the Horseshoe Casino call Brenda Pruett at 240-298-5019.

Early Opening for Historic Sotterley Plantation Historic Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood) In anticipation of a fabulous 2015 season, Historic Sotterley Plantation is set to open earlier than ever before – a month earlier, to be exact! Beginning on Saturday, April 11, the site will be open for Self-Guided Audio Tours and Guided Tours of our 1703 Plantation House on weekends only.

Saturdays – April 11, 18 & 25 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tours:10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.

(Beginning May 1, this will be the regular schedule for Tuesdays through Saturdays through Oct. 31) Sundays – April 12, 19 & 26 11:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tours: Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.

(Beginning May 3, this will be the

regular schedule for Sundays through Oct. 31) This year promises to be an exciting one for Historic Sotterley Plantation and we hope you and yours will take advantage of our early start. Visit us soon and often!

Film Festival Submissions Film makers from the Tri-County area are invited to submit original productions to the Southern Maryland Film Festival, to be held Saturday, July 11 in Leonardtown, Md. All ages and experience levels welcome. No submission fees. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. Submission deadline is April 30. For submission and volunteer information, visit www.smdfs.org. For sponsorship information, contact Theresa at fotlt@outlook.com.

Dog Obedience Classes Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown) Saint Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks Dog Obedience Classes Puppy Kindergarten Start: April 15 and Ends: May 20 Days: Wednesdays Time: 7 to 7:45 pm Fee: $45 (6 weeks) Basic Obedience Start: April 13 and Ends: May 25 Days: Mondays Time: 7 to 8 p.m. (no second class offered) Fee: $50 (7 weeks) Advanced Dog Obedience With CGC Training.

Start: April 15 and Ends: May 27 Days: Wednesdays Time: 8 to 9 p.m.

Fee: $50 (7 weeks) FMI: 301-475-4200; ext 1801 www.co.saint-marys.md.us/recreate/index.asp “Fire and Ice” North End Gallery (41652 Fenwick St., Leonardtown) - to April 26, First Friday on April 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Winter is hopefully behind us but we still have vivid memories of the cold and snow and ice. And, with these beautiful and bright images of winter in mind the North End Gallery will continue their popular All Member show “Fire and Ice “.

This show will hang until April 26. Put it on your calendar to visit the Gallery during this time and also plan to join us for the First Friday celebration on April 3 at the Gallery.

The North End Gallery may be reached at 301 475 3130 and the web address is www.northendgallery.org.

Thursday, April 9 Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons) – 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

O is for Otter! New! Now offered twice. Come learn more about our playful river otters. Free drop-in program for children 18-months to three years and their caregivers.

Lecture: The Land They Left Behind

Historic St. Mary’s City (18751 Hogaboom Ln., St. Mary’s City) – 7 p.m.

British historian Stuart Peachey reveals the food, drink, and society of the England that St. Mary’s settlers knew. Free.

Friday, April 10 Consignment Sale St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown) 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Leprechaun Lilly’s Children’s Consignment Sale will be held at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown. More than 25,000 gently used children’s and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@ LeprechaunLillys.com.

Saturday, April 11 OtterMania Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons) 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come celebrate all things otter! Perfect for families with pre-school and elementary age children. Play like an otter, dance the “Swim” with our otter mascots, discover where otters live everywhere in the world, and learn what makes them so special. Touch the otter fur and discover why swimming outside all year is great for these water weasels.

Make an otter mask to wear, or do an otter craft. Hear Ming Diaz tell otterly terrific stories and get your face painted by Ming or Piper the Clown. Admission applies; free for CMM members.

Consignment Sale St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Leprechaun Lilly’s Children’s Consignment Sale will be held at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown. More than 25,000 gently used children’s and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@ LeprechaunLillys.com.

Contra Dance Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach Fowler Rd., Chaptico) – doors open at 7 p.m., dancing begins at 7:30 p.m.

A Contra Dance, sponsored by Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance (SMTMD), featuring caller Delaura Padovan, will be held on Saturday, April 11.. Contra is a traditional American style of social dance and is a huge amount of fun (and exercise) for the whole family! If you’ve ever danced a Virginia Reel or been to a Square Dance, you have a good idea how much fun it can be. If you haven’t, it’s about time you tried it!

Beginners are encouraged to arrive at 7 to get some instruction in the various dances. Admission is $10 for non-SMTMD members; $6 for members (band

members are free). No special clothing is required! You need to be comfortable, to move freely. There will be an ice cream social following the dance. For more information and directions go to www. smtmd.org.

Craft/Vendor Fair 2nd District VFD & RS Auxiliary (intersection of MD State Rte 249 and Drayden Rd., 45245 Drayden Rd., Valley Lee) “Rays” Famous Stuffed Ham Sandwiches for $5 will be sold & other great food

Sunday, April 12 VFD Recruitment Open House Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department (22733 Lawrence Ave., Leonardtown) – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There will be information about volunteering at LVFD. We will have Fire Truck rides, Static Displays, Fire Extinguisher Hands on Use, Firefighter Gear Races, Vehicle Extrication Demo, Moon Bounce, Light Food and Drinks.

We look forward to inviting the public in to our station and let them learn how they can join and participate as a volunteer responder or as an administrative member for the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department.

Fried Chicken Dinner St. Michael’s Council, Knights of Columbus (RT- 5 & RT-235, Ridge) – 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., carryout until 5 p.m.

Fried chicken dinner at the Saint Michael’s Council, Knights of Columbus, in Ridge. $12. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, and more.

301-872-4641 The John J. Polko Sr. Memorial Polish Dinner St. Francis Xavier Parish Hall (21370 Newtown Neck Rd., Leonardtown) – 4 to 7 p.m.

Hosted by: Knights of Columbus St. Francis Xavier “the Missionary” Council # 10957 Menu: Kielbasa and Kapusta (Polish Sausage & Sauerkraut) Kapusta I Kluski (Cabbage and Noodles) Golabki (Cabbage Roll) (Stuffed w/potato and cheese) Bread; Dessert; and a Drink (coffee & tea).

Price: $14 Adults $ 7 Children (12 and Under) For more information call 240-434-1464 All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast 2nd District VFD & RS Auxiliary (intersection of MD State Rte 249 and Drayden Rd., 45245 Drayden Rd., Valley Lee) – 8 to 11 a.m.

Cost for adults is $8, children from age 6 – 12 is $4, and children 5 and under are free; Menu consists of scrambled Eggs, Home Fried Potatoes, Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage Links, Ham, Hot Biscuits, Creamed Chipped Beef, Spiced Applesauce, Grits, Assorted Juices, milk and coffee; For more information call 301-994-9999

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Monday, April 13 Last Day For Free Tax Service Church of the Ascension (21641 Great Mills Rd.,Lexington Park) –10 a.m. to 6 pm AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will be on hand to help late filers with their tax returns. This free service is available to taxpayers of all ages with low to moderate incomes whose returns fall within the parameters of our scope of service. Essentially we can help with basic returns including wages, pensions, sales of stocks and bonds, itemized deductions, education credits, child care credits, etc. Returns we cannot help with are those with rental property, cancellation of debts other than credit cards, sole proprietorships with inventory and/or employees, etc. If in doubt, come by and we’ll take a look at your papers to tell you whether we can help you or not. LAST DAY – Monday, April 13, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Pax River Quilters Guild Good Samaritan Lutheran Church (20850 Langley Rd., Lexington Park) – 6:30 p.m.

Pax River Quilters Guild - the next monthly meeting will be held Monday, April 13th. The meeting features AQS Certified Appraiser and author Mary Kerr’s presentation “Yes You Can Machine Quilt Your Vintage.” Visit Mary’s website, www.marywkerr.com. We will be forming the nominating committee for upcoming board elections. New members and guests welcome! For info, visit our website www.paxriverquiltguild. com. Pax River Quilters Guild is a 501(c) (3) organization and is open to the public.

7th Annual Recycled Art Show & Benefit Auction Our Lady Star of the Sea, Providence Room (225 Alexander St., Solomons) – 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Thanks to the support and generosity of local artists and donors, Patuxent Habitat for Humanity is presenting the 7th Annual Recycled Art Show & Benefit Auction. The event will take place on May 2 at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Providence Room, on Solomons Island from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $25.

All proceeds help support the Patuxent Habitat for Humanity mission of serving our community by providing decent, safe, affordable homes. For more information visit www.PatuxentHabitat.org or call 301-863-6227.

Tuesday, April 14 Fundraiser Elements Eatery & Mixology (40580 Expedition Dr., Lexington Park) 6:30 to 9 p.m.

The Soup Kitchen at St. Mary’s Caring invites you to attend a fundraising event Donation: $75 per person - all donations go directly to the soup kitchen.

Come enjoy inventive food, wine from small producers, classic cocktails with a twist, and craft beers, live auction, and live jazz.

This event is made possible thanks to the generosity of Northrup Grumman, Brad Schell of Raymond James Financial, Smartronix, Inc., and ElementsEatery & Mixology, please R.S.V.P. by Friday, April 10 by emailing stmcaring@ gmail.com or by calling 301-863-5700.

Oysters in Maryland Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, Bernie Fowler Lab, Room 1101 (146 Williams Street, Solomons) – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Oysters in Maryland: Where we’ve been and where we’re going Maryland once supported one of the largest oyster fisheries in the world, but their abundance is now much lower than it was 50-100 years ago. Come learn about the how and why oyster abundance has changed, how management of the fishery has changed, and what might be in store for the future.

Speaker: Dr. Mike Wilberg All seminars are free and open to the public. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Additional information and updates are available at: www.umces. edu/cbl/outreach-seminars

Wednesday, April 15 Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons) – 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.

O is for Otter! Now offered twice.

Come learn more about our playful river otter. Free drop-in program for children 18-months to three years and their caregivers.

Sotterley Museum Shop Sweet Deal!

Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood) - 7 p.m.

Our First Speaker Series book entitled, “A Sweet World of White House Desserts” by the world famous Chef Roland Mesnier. Your reserved copy will be available for pick-up at Chef Mesnier’s Speaker Series presentation on

Wednesday, April 15 and he will gladly autograph your book! Please call our office at 301-373-2270 to reserve your discounted copy for only $30!

Lifetime White House Pastry Chef & Beyond Sotterley Plantation, Barn (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood) – 7 p.m.

From humble beginnings in Bonnay, France, Chef Roland Mesnier discovered his vocation early in life. From sous pastry chef at the iconic Savoy Hotel in London to The White House, Chef Mesnier has earned a strong reputation for his culinary genius. Over a period of 26 years, he served five presidents, creating special confections for the first families, their guests, and international dignitaries. He has received numerous awards and prestigious distinctions, including: 18 Gold, 4 Silver and 3 Bronze medals in worldwide competitions for his pastry creations; member of the Academie Culinaire de France; awarded a Doctorate of Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University in S.C.; recipient of the Legion of Honor in 2005 from President Jacques Chirac; inducted into the Chocolate Hall of Fame, New York; named Pastry Chef of the Year in Paris, France la St. Michel in 1987. He is the author of six books.

This event is free to the public. Advance reservations are required due to limited seating. Call 301-373-2280 to make your reservation.

CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY Running the 1st & 3rd Week of Each Month To Advertise in the Church Services Directory, Call The County Times at 301-373-4125

ANGLICAN

BAHA’I FAITH

BAHA’I FAITH God is One, Man is One, and All Religions are One

Discussions 3rd Wed. 7-8 Lex Pk Library, Longfellow Rm 301-884-8764 or www.bahai.org

CATHOLIC CHURCH St. Cecilia Church

Sundays - 10 AM 23928 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood MD, 20636 • 301-997-1235 www.redeemersomd.org

St. John's Anglican Church SUNDAY MASS 10 a.m.

26415 North Sandgates Rd. Mechanicsville, Md 20659 www.facebook.com/ StJohnsAnglicanMD stjohnsanglicanchurchmd.com

47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429 St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 301-862-4600 Vigil Mass: 4:30 pm Saturday Sunday: 8:00 am Weekday (M-F): 7:30 am Confessions: 3-4 pm Saturday www.stceciliaparish.com

BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Victory Baptist Church 29855 Eldorado Farm rd CharlottE hall, md 20659

301-884-8503

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Hollywood United Methodist Church

HUGHESVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

24422 Mervell Dean Rd • Hollywood, MD 20636

301-373-2500

Rev. Sheldon Reese, Pastor Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m.

All of our services are traditional.

Child care is provided.

Sunday Evening Youth Group Christian Preschool and Kindergarten available

A member of the Southern Baptist Convention 8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637 301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627 Senior Pastor Dr. J. Derek Yelton Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins

• Sunday School (all ages) • Sunday Morning Worship • Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study • Wednesday Discipleship Classes (Adults, youth & Children)

9:15 am 10:30 am 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

Greetings from the Bible Temple Church family in Mechanicsville Maryland.

Here at Bible Temple, we believe that in this life it is important to have strong and healthy relationships 1. A relationship with Christ 2. A personal relationship with family and friends Through these relationships, we develop the characteristics of love, understanding and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ. “ Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

We invite you to experience the change… the transformation with us. Just bring your heart and God will supply the rest.

Come grow with us in a place, “Where the Word Reaches the Heart!”

Everyone is Welcome!

Leadership: Pastor Joseph and First Lady Marilyn Young Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AM Sunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM Address: 29050 New Market Village Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Website: www.bibletemplechurch.org Phone number: 301-374-9110

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A Hall of Fame Bluegrass Extravaganza Announced for This Year’s Bluegrass for Hospice-2015 In its 7th year, Bluegrass for Hospice-2015 will feature a traditional Bluegrass performance by two of today’s greatest traditional acts in Bluegrass music, Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice and Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers. Also a rare performance by Junior Sisk and Joe Mullins as they team up to perform songs from there Hall of Fame Bluegrass CD on Rebel Records. The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Flat Iron Farm in Great Mills, MD. The event starts at Noon and all proceeds will go toward the Hospice of

St. Mary’s, Hospice House.

Bluegrass for Hospice will also feature talent by many local Bluegrass artists.

There will be raffles, a silent auction, and door prizes. Tickets will go on sale July 1. There will be more information released at a later date once the final planning is complete.

For more information, to be a sponsor, or to reserve a vendor space, contact Jay Armsworthy at 301-737-3004 and check the website as well, www.bluegrassforhospice.com.

Make Mother’s Day Memorable at Sotterley!

Hollywood, Md. – In honor of Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10, all mothers will receive the Guided Tour of the 1703 Plantation House at Sotterley Plantation for HALF PRICE on their special day!

From noon to 4 p.m., we welcome you and your mother to stroll the blooming Colonial Revival Gardens, walk the plantation grounds and nature trails, see the historic outbuildings

including our original 1830’s Slave Cabin, or picnic out on the lawn while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Patuxent River. Top off the day with buying a memorable gift at the Sotterley Museum Shop, located in the Visitor Center. It will be a day she will never forget!

For more information on upcoming Sotterley Plantation events, please visit our website at www.sotterley.org.

Thursday, April 9, 2015

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In Entertainment Tuesday, April 15

Thursday, April 9 Team Trivia

Open Mic Night

Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.

Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.

Dave and Kevin Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 16 Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 10 Funkzilla Unplugged

Weekly Wine Down Wednesday

Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd) – 9 a.m.

A Tiffany Affair

Team Trivia

Waldorf Jaycees Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) – 7 p.m.

Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 11 Cerebral Punishment Comedy Show Brass Rail (20331 Point Lookout Rd, Great Mills) – 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 17 Shades of Gray Band Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.

Latrice Carr

Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.

Sunday, April 12 Swing Away Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.

Spoon Creek Hill’s Store (29933 Point Lookout Road, Helen, Md.) – 2 p.m.

Sunday, April 13 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.

Monday, April 14 DJ Spitfire Memories Bar (2360 Old Washington Road, Waldorf) – 9 p.m.

Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 7:30 p.m.

Too Many Mikes Toot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood) – 9 p.m.

Friday, April 18 Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 19 Joe Martone Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.

Sunday, April 20 Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.

Monday, April 21 DJ Spitfire Memories Bar (2360 Old Washington Road, Waldorf) – 9 p.m.

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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Free Movie and Information Day – “Bringing Community Together” The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging and Human Services’ Aging & Disability Resource Center/ Maryland Access Point will sponsor a free movie and information day on Saturday, April 18 at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Road, California, Md., 20619, Building 1, Room 133. This event is open to the public. Two movies will be shown. Both are true stories focusing on non-fictional characters with disabilities that overcame obstacles and achieved their goals with hard work and determination.

Vendors will share information about available programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Special accommodations will be made to ensure this event is accessible for those experiencing a disability. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Maryland Access Point Coordinator by April 18 to ensure reasonable accommodations or auxiliary services to be made. For movie times or to make a movie reservation call Monika Williams at 301475-4200, ext. 1057; visit www.stmarysmd. com/aging or easily register online at https://eventbrite.com/event/15834626795/.

Earth Day Cycling Adventure The Northern Senior Activity Center will offer a cycling workshop as part of our Stewards of the Earth recognition for Earth Day on April 22. At 10 a.m. there will be a beginners’ cycling course teaching trail etiquette held on the Three Notch Trail and will be approx. 5 miles long at 8 mph.

There is second, off-site ride being offered in partnership with the Oxon Hill Bike

and Trail Club. This ride is for advanced cyclists and will follow the Wilson Bridge Trail and will be 20 miles round trip at 1213 mph. For both sessions, participants will need to bring their own helmet and bicycle.

Signups are required and being taken at this time. For more information or to sign up, please call 301-475-4002, option 1/ext. 3101.

Container Garden Class To continue with our Stewards of the Earth recognition for Earth Day, there will be a container garden class at the Northern Senior Activity Center on April 22. University of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Debra Mayfield, will give a presentation at 1 p.m. on how to start and maintain a container garden. A free packet of seeds will be given to every participant so that they can begin their garden. Space is limited, sign up today! For more information or to sign up for this free presentation, please call 301-475-4002, option 1/ext. 3101.

Breakfast Café Northern Start the day off with a breakfast and friends! On Wednesday, April 15, at 9 a.m., the breakfast café will be serving pancakes, bacon, and scrambled eggs at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Breakfast is homemade by Ginger, and served with complimentary beverages. Cost is only $2 per person at signup and payment is due by 9 a.m. the day before. Please call 301-475-4002, option 1/ext. 3101.

Gardening Tips and Tricks The University of Maryland Extension – St. Mary’s County Master Gardeners will present a series of gardening topics at the

Garvey Senior Activity Center to help you get your garden ready for spring. Classes will be held at 10 a.m. There is no fee to attend the presentations; advance registration is required by calling 301-475-4200, ext.

1050. When registering, indicate which sessions you will be attending. Mar. 31: “The Beauty of Lettuces”, April 7: “Pruning Specifics for the Spring”, April 14 “Planning and Planting Annuals”, April 21 “Spring Flower Arranging”, April 28 “Veggie Container Gardening”.

4th Annual Book Sale Donate your used books to the Garvey Senior Activity Center’s used book sale fundraiser. All funds raised will go towards special events and entertainment at center events. Books for all ages are welcome.

Hardcovers, paperback, and books on tape in good condition are appreciated. Please, no encyclopedias, magazines or very worn books. To make a donation drop off your items at the Garvey Senior Activity Center, Monday – Friday, April 6 – 17 from 8 – 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to shop the book sale on Wednesday, April 22 from 10 a.m.

– 3 p.m. To learn more, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.

Piano/Keyboard Part 2 If you have taken Dr. Jefferson’s Piano/ Keyboard class at the Loffler Senior Activity Center and would like to take it to another level, he is offering a continuation class on six consecutive Tuesdays from May 5 through Jun. 9 at 1 p.m. The cost for the six sessions is $100. No new materials need to be purchased. For questions or more information call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.

Tai Chi for Arthritis Beginners Class The Loffler Senior Activity Center will be holding beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis classes at 11a.m. on Mondays and Thursdays during the month of May beginning May 4. Medical studies have shown that practicing this program reduces pain significantly, helps prevent falls for the elderly and provides many other health benefits in a relatively short period of time. While there is no monetary cost for this class, commitment to attendance and practice at home is required for students. We have twenty slots for beginners available. Return students are also welcome as long as room allows.

To sign up for this class or for more information call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.

Living Well with Chronic Disease The Loffler Senior Activity Center will be conducting a six week workshop on how to manage your chronic condition. The class will meet at the center on Thursdays, May 7- Jun. 11 and will be led by Alice Allen and Shellie Graziano. This is an evidence-based program that was developed by Stanford University to help people with chronic conditions take charge of their life by developing self-management skills, including dealing with depression and fatigue, pain management, working with health care providers and more. If you have a chronic condition and are serious about improving the way you feel, this is the workshop for you. There is no charge for taking this class, however, a commitment to regular attendance is needed for good results. For more information or to sign up call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 by May 1.

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.

Those Wascally Wabbits

By Linda Reno Contributing Writer Between 1929 and 1931 a number of folks wrote to the editor of the Washington Post about a rabbit problem in St. Mary’s County. V.B.C. said on a recent trip to St. Mary’s County he encountered a number of rabbits on the highway. He stopped and two of them “sprang toward us and attacked our tires.” As he escaped, a dozen more rabbits appeared and joined the pursuit. “They proceeded with a staggering gait” and there was a strange odor in the area reminding him of soaked and sour grain.

Strickland Gillian wrote several days later that V.B.C. “evidently does not know the States’ rights tenets of Gov. Ritchie of the ‘whoopee’ State of Maryland…the right of the citizens of that

State to drink whatsoever they please and whenever and wheresoever they wish to drink it. The people along that rabbit-beleaguered path through St. Mary’s estimate their cornfields and orchards by the pint and not by the bushel.”

He said V.B.C. was mistaken —perhaps they were bloodhounds, armadillos or pileated woodpeckers…those creatures all look alike to persons who have tested the voltage of St. Mary’s County homebrew.” Gillian suggested V.B.C. get pictures the next time he was sober.

These letters brought a response from “Gabriel” [aka Adam Wible] who said that V.B.C. was wrong. “I have reason to know that his ‘assailants’ were my pet cinnamon bears…they hold up motorists and beg for a nibble or a nip.”

John Brown of Harper’s Ferry asked if

a reporter would “catch me a couple of those Kelly-Springfield eating bunnies and ship them to me.”

George Posea Cooper responded to Gabriel saying these were not cinnamon bears but mechanical rabbits used by moonshiners to frighten motorists suspected of being dry agents. “The Prohibition Bureau should put a stop to this highway intimidation. We ask this in the spirit of frumenti.”

John B. Kough said St. Mary’s County was about to “lose its proud status as the foremost region in the entire country in the matter of law breaking animals. For the past 10 years, St. Mary’s rabbits have indulged greedily in the by-products of the stills which have made their home county famous throughout Southern Maryland…motorists and pedestrians

are attacked and tires punctured by these predatory, roistering rodents…timid people are afraid to travel the roads except when provided with shotguns or other defensive weapons.”

M. P. J., Jr. of Great Mills wrote that a hunting party “had a good chance to pick off a couple of ‘man eaters’ as we call the buck rabbits that break into out stills and then go on the rampage…we have two distinct varieties of Southern Maryland rabbits—the pacifist kind and the big, savage, corn-licker brutes that waylay everybody as soon as they get lit up…I’d rather have a dozen dry agents after me than a couple of these high-power brutes that knock over our tubs and guzzle all our best stuff…Tell Washington hunters to help us out and they can be sure of a more steady holiday supply.”

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Forever Friends

By Shelby Opperman Contributing Writer Treasured friendships are not only of the human or animal variety; a treasured friendship can rekindle as you read the pages of a well-loved book, or listen to a song whose words brought understanding (or despair) into your life. We have all experienced those moments when a song comes on the radio at the exact moment you need it. Listening to a song transports us back to childhood, or a relationship, a break-up, or a death. These inanimate objects store themselves in the vast storage rooms of our mind, but mainly in our emotional storage, and in our soul.

I personally, have to turn the radio station dial when I hear Cats in the cradle by Harry Chapin come on the radio. Apparently it started out as a poem by his wife written about the relationship her first husband had with his Dad. But as Harry Chapin adapted the poem for his song, he found that it also applied to the relationship he had with his own son. Many years later, Chapin would remark about Cats in the cradle, “Frankly, this song scares me to death”. Well, Mr. Chapin, I guess it scares and depresses me too. And I have too many songs that make me happy to list them all here. Fill me up Buttercup, the 1968 song by The Foundations has to be my first and longest running “happy song”.

Green grass and summer days is all I feel with that song.

And who of us who heard Bobby Goldsborough’s 1968 cover of the song Honey doesn’t remember shedding a tear or two while listening to it. Okay, maybe that’s just me. Then of course there is Karen Carpenter’s soulful 1971 rendition of Rainy days and Mondays which I love, but know it is going to make me very quiet and contemplative. There are too many songs that affect us, and me, to keep going. I still have these 45’s under the basement steps. Will I listen to them again? No. Will I use them again? Well, maybe. I did do really cool table centerpieces for our 35th high school reunion last summer with them. But I probably won’t do the same idea for the 40th reunion. But they are my friends!

I loved each of these records, and later I felt the same way about my

albums. My oldest son is also gradually taking and caring for my albums too.

I have written about my love for treasured books before. Since I have been purging lots of my material things in the last few months I also have been “trying” to whittle down my book collection. Both my sons have taken some, and my oldest son has assured me that he will keep and take care of our oldest books as well as the ones my Father had collected – these would probably take up the space of one, maybe two floor to ceiling bookcases. All the other books are just ones I love and have collected for me, whether mysteries, spiritual, artsy & crafty, childhood, college, or hobbies. I have a donation/giveaway book bag under an extra chair in the dining room.

I keep adding to it, but sometimes I put a book in it and then take it back out. I keep doing this with my college textbooks. I don’t need them, will never use them, but consider them my well-worn “friends”.

I graduated college 31 years ago; if I am not a practicing, certified, professional Social Psychologist by now, then it is just not going to happen. Okay, text books are going in the bag today. My only fear is what things I might have written or doodled in them during class that someone would see and blackmail me with later.

Some books, my sons are going to have to giveaway or keep after I am gone. I cannot give up Watership Down, Walden, Old Man Rabbit’s Dinner Party, Uncle Wiggily, The Wonderful Wizard of OZ and The Marvelous Land of OZ, All of the James Herriot (James Wight) series, Jan Karon’s Mitford series, and my Foxfire series to name a few. Will I read them again? Yes, because these are amongst my forever friends.

I hope you visit with a treasured forever friend too. This rainy week might be just the time to do it too.

To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@ yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann

Not for the Faint of Heart

By Laura Joyce Contributing Writer Just twelve months ago, in May of last year, a doctor at Johns Hopkins confirmed what everyone in my family was coming to expect: there was an explanation for my mother’s troubling symptoms. The fingers on her right hand had stiffened and were curled inward toward her palm. Her speech, always so clear, was slurred. There had been a few minor falls, and one major one down a full flight of stairs.

I was in a small exam room with my mom, my stepdad and one of my brothers when the doctor confirmed that she has ALS. The whole thing seemed unreal, like a scene from a movie that you already know is going to be a tearjerker. I had a hard time staying in the moment, honestly: I felt my mind wander off into an after-school special where the disease wouldn’t be as ugly as it really is, where the experience would be all gentle words and mild, regretful glances and Mom and I smiling lovingly at each other as I kneel beside her wheelchair, reaching up to hold hands, a perfect family joining together to make it all okay. When I shook my head to come back to the moment, the room seemed even tinier: those three letters were so small, but what they stood for was so big, the diagnosis so consuming, that all of the space and air in the room seemed to be swallowed up.

Usually I write about whatever life brings: you probably know that by now. Whether it’s the big stuff or the small, I write, and sometimes, I find that understanding comes to me, once the words are on paper. This hasn’t been the same: something about this illness has silenced me. I’ve found that I can write about anything but that. I haven’t known how to put into words the warring emotions, the sense of impending grief, the un-

certainty about the changes that are ahead for all of us. Since Mom’s diagnosis, the only thing that has been certain is the uncertainty itself.

The thing is, life doesn’t really change, minute by minute, when you get news like this. You still get up and fix breakfast; you still drop off the dry-cleaning and go to work and laugh at a joke someone tells you. In this way, the days go by, and soon you find that a year has passed and those troubling but vague symptoms have progressed, and now they look like those little letters, those big words, that seemed so impossible—absurd, really—when they were spoken in a small, airless room a year ago.

So we take it one thing at a time. Speech is more difficult now, so we’re gearing up to use the assistive technology that’s increasingly available.

Eating and staying well-nourished has become a challenge, so this week we’ll head back up the road to have a feeding tube put in. Mom falls more often, so we’re finding ways to avoid that, and to break the falls.

It turns out that there’s nothing soft-focused, nothing pretty, nothing mild about this disease. It is not for the faint of heart, and if I thought my mother was brave over the years—and I did, I do; she’s always been my role model, the person I look to for how to be a strong woman—I’d seen nothing yet. None of this is unexpected, yet it’s still a surprise.

Perhaps the only thing that was accurate, in that rose-colored flight of fancy from a year ago, was at its core: crystal clear, steady as can be, the family is gathering in close, so there’s someone there to making the landing softer for Mom—and for every one of us who love her so—when she falls.

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By Terri Schlichenmeyer Contributing Writer It’s supposed to go like this: You are born, you grow up, graduate from high school, then college. You fall in love, get married, have two-point-five children and a mortgage with a two-car garage, you grow old, then you die. It’s supposed to be like that.

But, as they say, if you want to see God laugh, make plans – and in the new book “The Undertaker’s Wife” by Dee Oliver with Jodie Berndt, He surely saw plenty that was funny.

Dee Oliver was destined to marry a wealthy doctor.

That’s what she thought, growing up in Virginia Beach. Doctors had money, and who doesn’t appreciate money? Plus, they were good with that in-sickness-and-in-health stuff, and Oliver was not.

A doctor, she decided, would be a perfect husband.

And that was the plan – until Oliver met Johnnie.

He was an older (35-year-old) man, handsome and charming. He was also a funeral director and on their first date, he was on-call – which meant that before they reached their destination, they had to retrieve a corpse, which accompanied them on their evening.

Still, Oliver fell in love and, though their early romance was on-again-off-again, she married Johnnie, birthed three children, and they lived happily ever after.

Almost.

When Johnnie suddenly had a stroke and died, Oliver wasn’t sure what to do. She’d only ever

been an undertaker’s wife and a mother, so she prayed about her dilemma – and then she found an application for mortuary school in a pile of bills on Johnnie’s desk. God and Johnnie, she figured, were sending a message. She returned to school, got good grades, and eagerly anticipated her internship.

And that, she thought, would naturally be done at Johnnie’s family’s funeral home. Why not? She loved the staff, understood procedures, and knew the clientele – but Johnnie’s brother, the business’s new CEO, inexplicably sent Oliver packing. None of his nearest competitors would hire her, either.

And so, with temporary license in hand and three daughters to feed, Oliver became “a widowed [Southern] white socialite working in an all-black funeral home in a most definitely allblack neighborhood…”

Oh, how I loved this book. And oh, how I hated it.

First of all, you can throw out every stereotype you’ve ever heard about funeral homes: there’s nothing at all morbid or stuffy inside “The Undertaker’s Wife.”

Author Dee Oliver (with Jodie Berndt) made me laugh again and again, in fact, and I was completely captivated by her amazement at the turns her neatly-planned life took. There’s so much charm here, so much gratitude, and a muchneeded change of heart and race-based attitude inside an unusual story.

And yet, there’s the irritation. Oliver leaves readers hanging off the steepest of cliffs and with no apologies, which almost made me regret this book – almost, but not enough to say it’s not worth reading, because it definitely is.

So look for it and hold the growls. Instead, do what I’m doing: wait for the sequel while you laugh with “The Undertaker’s Wife.” Just maybe that’s how it’s supposed to be. •

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