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Alcohol Suspected as a Factor in Two Collisions

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Police were dispatched to Great Mills Road last Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle went off the roadway and struck a telephone pole, breaking it in half.

According to officials, on May 13, around 2:30 p.m., troopers from the Maryland State Police (MSP) and deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the single vehicle collision, where a MSP trooper was observed administering Field Sobriety Tests to the driver.

More details will be released once they become available.

Police, fire and rescue crews were dispatched to the intersection of Great Mills Road and Point Lookout Road on Friday, May 15, at approximately 11:30 p.m., after two vehicles were involved in a t-bone style crash.

According to officials, two occupants involved in the collision were transported from the scene to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries; two others involved in the collision signed treatment refusals at the scene.

Investigation into the collision indicated that the crash occurred when a Toyota Avalon was traveling south on Point Lookout Road and attempted to make a left turn onto Great Mills Road and failed to yield to the right of way to a Nissan Altima that was traveling north on Point Lookout Road.

According to officials, after the Nissan struck the Toyota, the Toyota continued to travel down the roadway and

Photos Provided With Release Driver of Toyota suspected to be under the influence.

Nissan Involved in the T-Bone Style Crash.

struck a red SUV, causing minor damage to the SUV. A Maryland State Police trooper followed the ambulance that was transporting the male driver of the Toyota to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in order to perform a blood kit on the driver to determine if he was impaired by alcohol. lauren@somdpublishing.net

One Person in Serious Condition Following Crash

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer One person is in serious condition following a head-on car collision along Point Lookout Road/Route 5, in the vicinity of Aster Drive.

According to officials, on May 12, at roughly 10:35 p.m., fire, police and rescue crews were dispatched to the area of Aster Driver and discovered the severe car collision with one person trapped inside a vehicle.

According to officials, one person is in serious condition following the crash

and was transported by Maryland State Police Trooper 7 to an area trauma center, while another occupant was transported to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Members from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and assumed the investigation.

The cause of the crash is currently under investigation and no further details have been released at this time. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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The state’s Department of Natural Resources has released three options for the further development of Newtowne Neck State Park in Compton and is seeking comments from residents who have waited years for a plan for the park’s future.

Between the three options the state appears to have tried to offer varying levels of recreational options for visitors and tourists.

But a group of civic activists concerned about the park’s future does not appear to approve of any of the options and wants a fourth choice that encroaches even less on the existing landscape.

Residents in the Compton area have expressed concerns in the past that the state had not come up with a master plan for the development of the park land, which the state bought from the Society of Jesus several years ago, and feared the isolated and rustic character of the land might be lost.

The area is home to one of the oldest Catholic churches in the United States.

The first option would bring the most changes to the park’s property, according to the state’s plans, with the access road to the park being diverted away from St. Francis Xavier Parish and around the southern end of the park land to allow for better access to the beach and fields.

This option would necessitate the construction of a new “large loop road” in the southern portion of the park.

The first option would allow for three

designated fishing areas in the park as opposed to just two in the second option, which the state has said offers the least amount of recreational upgrades to the park land.

The first option would also establish four pavilions for events, one large and three smaller, in the park while the second option would establish just one such small site.

The third option, a kind of middle way between the two, offers one large and one small pavilion.

All three of the plans create a one-mile nature trail that would loop through the park as well as 10 miles worth of trails for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Lynn Delahay, one of the leading activists dealing with the issue, said the three options were promulgated from surveys taken throughout the community but the plans came with aspects that were included by the state and not asked for by the public.

She said inclusions like a kayak rental site on one of the options was not desireable since it was not in keeping with the idea of keeping changes to the park as minimal as possible.

“This isn’t a retail place, it’s a park,” Delahay said. “We felt we could not support any of the options, there was no concept plan offered that said ‘do nothing.’”

The public’s access to the park has also repeatedly been restricted since visitors have continued to report World War II era ordinance washing up on shore.

Newtowne Neck was a vital part of the nation’s munitions testing capability more than 70 years ago due to its isolation. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Crash Under Investigation

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Little information has been released regarding a car collision that occurred Saturday afternoon.

Officials state that on May 16, at roughly 1:30 p.m., four people were injured in a car crash on Three Notch Road, in the vicinity of Poplar Road in Lexington Park.

Crews arrived on scene and discovered a collision involving two vehicles, which were still in the roadway.

The four individuals were trapped inside the vehicles and crews worked swiftly to extricate the occupants.

According to officials, one occupant was flown to an area trauma center by Maryland State Police helicopter Trooper 7. The remaining three individuals were transported from the scene to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Officials state the cause of the crash remains under investigation at this time. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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Shopping Center Plan Going to Planning Commission

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A local development venture that aims to put a new shopping center in the heart of Hollywood will soon find its plans going before the county’s planning commission; county planning staff have already stated in reports that the project does not meet all the conditions for a town center in the comprehensive plan and needs changes to meet those requirements.

Bob Bowles, a senior planner with the Department of Land Use and Growth Management, said among the planners’ concerns were that the parking plan for what is known as the Hollywood Commercial Center, proposed by the Dean Partnership LLC, needed to be rearranged.

Also planners wanted to ensure that several specimen trees, of 30-inches diameter or larger were preserved at the site located at the intersection of Route 235 and the Sotterley Road portion of Route 245.

“We want to try and save

those,” Bowles said of the trees. “If not they’ll [the developer] have to get a variance to remove them.”

The entire plot of land covers just over 22 acres of land on the north bound side of Route 235 and the developer plans to use two of three sections of the land for their project.

Planning documents state it will consist of a pharmacyin the first phase on about 2.36 acres.

The second phase of the project would include retail business possibilities as well as gasoline fuel sales and a convenience store. The plans also call for a restaurant site, according to planning maps, with about 120 seats worth of occupancy.

The second phase would be constructed on just under 12 acres of land.

The developer would reserve the rest of the site for future use that was not specified in planning documents. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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John Jacob Omenhausser: Point Lookout POW & American Civil War Soldier-Folk Artist

John J. Omenhausser may be the most prolific soldier-folk artist of the American Civil War. Presently, about 350 of his wartime renderings are known and more may be lurking in archives and attics awaiting discovery. Pvt. Omenhausser enlisted in the Richmond Light Infantry Blues, which became Co. A of the 46th Virginia Infantry, at the war’s outbreak and served for the entire war as a member of the Confederate army. For the final year of the war, from June 1864 until June 1865, he was a prisoner of the Union at Point Lookout prison camp, the largest POW camp of the war. An avid cartoonist, he produced about a dozen surviving scenes of life during the three years he was with the Confederate army, then once captured he produced seven sketchbooks that have so far been discovered depicting hundreds of scenes, mostly humorous, of life inside the prison. Pvt. Omenhausser’s Point Lookout renderings are the most complete graphic record yet discovered of life in a Civil War prison, a visual diary of immense historical importance.

Learn more about Pvt. Omenhausser’s story at a special presentation about the new book concerning his life, “I am Busy Drawing Pictures: The Civil War Art and Letters of Private John Jacob Omenhusser”, by authors Ross Kimmel & Mike Musick, at Blue & Gray Days: The Final Prisoners of War Release, June 13-14, 2015 at Point Lookout State Park.

The event marks the 150th anniversary of the release of the final prisoners of war from Point Look-

out POW camp during the American Civil War. Activities will include living history programs, infantry & artillery demonstrations, a compelling release of the prisoners ceremony, and much more.

For more information about the event and other Civil War sites around St. Mary’s, visit www.VisitStMarysMD.com.

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Prominent Figures In The Republican Party Are Expected To Attend Lincoln/Reagan Dinner

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The annual Lincoln/Reagan dinner will welcome key figures in the Republican Party next Friday evening.

The fundraising event will be held on May 29 at the Olde Breton Inn in Leonardtown from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

The event will feature a social hour from 6 to 7 p.m., with dinner beginning at 7 p.m., followed by an awards ceremony and a silent auction.

The fundraising event will benefit the local St. Mary’s County Central Republican Committee, according to First Vice Chair of the Maryland GOP Mary Burke-Russell.

“The more support we get, the better off we are. Every year we try to get our Republicans in the county motivated and anticipated for [the] upcoming elections,” Russell said. “…Hopefully we get a Republican president in 2016, that’s the goal.”

The keynote speaker for the event is CoChairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) Sharon Day. Day has served the Republican Party at the local, state and national level for over 20 years.

Day was elected to her current position on Jan. 14, 2011 and was reelected on Jan. 25, 2013, and again on Jan. 16 of this year.

“In the past, we’ve had [Governor] Larry Photos Provided By Mary Burke-Russell

Keynote Speaker, Co-Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Sharon Day.

Chairman of the Maryland State Republican Party, Diana Waterman.

Hogan…we’ve had individuals of senators, congressmen [and] radio personalities. This is the first time we’ve had someone from the RNC,” Russell explained.

Day was born in Texas, but currently resides in Ft. Lauderdale, where she has served the Republican Party. According to her biography on gop.com, Day has been a member of the Broward County Republican Executive Committee since 1994 and as State Committeewoman from Broward County since 1996.

According to the website, Day has held the position of Committeewoman to the RNC for 11 years. In 2006, she was elected as one of the eight members on the Site Selection Committee for the 2008 RNC Convention,

where she was also selected as Chairman of the Convention’s Special Events, the biography affirmed.

Chairman of the Maryland State Republican Party Diana Waterman will also be in attendance at the event.

Waterman was elected as Chairman in April of 2013 in order to finish the reminder of the term of the previous Chairman.

Waterman was unanimously re-elected to a second term as Chairman after she assisted in appointing Governor Larry Hogan, as well as significantly enlarging the number of locally elected Republicans and increasing the number of Republicans in the State

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Waterman first entered politics in the fall of 2005 when she joined the Chesapeake Republican Woman. Her political career ranges from her time as Eastern Shore Regional Chair for the Maryland Federation of Republican Women (MFRW); twice elected President of Chesapeake Republican Women; and the first Vice President of the MFRW. Waterman has served on a multitude of committees and in 2010 she was elected to the position of First Vice Chair of the Maryland Republican Party prior to becoming Chairman.

Russell also stated Secretary of Planning David Craig will be present at the fundraising dinner.

Current Chairman for St. Mary’s County Republican Central Committee Julie BurkGreer will be present as well and is the contact person for the event.

Tickets are $65 per person; those who wish to attend may mail their payment to SMCRCC, PO Box 126 Hollywood, Md. 20636.

Reservations are required due to limited seating – to make a reservation, contact Greer at 301-475-8709 or at jbgreer@ smcrep.org.

The next upcoming dinner for the Republican Party is June 23 at the BWI Marriott – Donald Trump is expected to attend the event, for more information visit, mdgop.org. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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tired) William G. Sizemore, II. In total, the home received OVER $3,500 in monetary and gift card donations. The donations will be used for a wide range of personal needs for our residents, including clothes, special order shoes, toiletries, etc.

On May 14, members of several Masonic Lodges in Southern Maryland joined together during Armed Forces Week to honor the residents of Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in the multi-purpose room.

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In Recognition of the Drug Court Program To the Editor: May is National Drug Court Month. Across the nation over 2,500 Drug Courts will be recognizing the impact their programs have on their communities. St. Mary’s County is fortunate to have two of the most successful Drug Court Programs in Maryland. The Juvenile Drug Court under the auspices of Associate Judge Michael J Stamm, was awarded the National Association of Drug Court Professionals “Community Transformation Award” in 2014 for ten years of “tireless efforts to reduce drug addiction and reuniting families”. The Adult Recovery Court under the leadership of Administrative Judge Karen H Abrams, has demonstrated since 2009 that it has the necessary components to reduce recidivism and restore those with addictions to drugs and alcohol to a place as contributing members of our community. The programs are a combined effort of many agencies to include the State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff’s Office, Department of Juvenile

Services, Parole and Probation, School system, Step N 2 Recovery and Circuit Court.

Each program has an advisory board comprised of business, civic and government leaders.

Both programs were recognized by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s on May 5 by way of a proclamation and each held recent graduations to recognize those individuals who had put in the effort to make the necessary changes in their lives to complete the programs.

The heartfelt stories that are shared by graduates of both programs and their families reinforce the reasons why we as a community need to continue to support criminal justice programs that demonstrate they make a positive impact on our community by reducing substance abuse, reducing recidivism and saving us all in costs when compared to incarceration. The following note was presented to the Juvenile Drug Court team by the mother of a recent graduate. She agreed that it could be shared publicly.

“I picked this card because just like the flowers growing on the cover, your program has

helped me to nurture and deweed my son. He is now growing into the respectful, hardworking, thoughtful, responsible young man that I knew he could be. When he came to the fork in the road, he chose the wrong path, but with the programs help and guidance he is now back on the right path. He is now equipped with the tools to make better decisions for himself. This program will always hold a special place in my heart. Words cannot express what you have given back to me (MY Son)”.

For all the team members who put in the effort to make these program a success, to those program participants who put in the “work” to change their lives and benefit from the programs and to those who support these programs with funding and personal time, this month is dedicated to you.

Pete Cucinotta Juvenile Drug and Adult Recovery Court Coordinator Leonardtown, Md.

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The Commissioners of Leonardtown will hold a public hearing on Monday June 8, 2015 at 4:15 p.m. at the Town office at 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive comments on the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2016. Copies of the recommended budget will be available May 26 online at leonardtown.

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Pair In Home Invasion Charged with Prior Burglary

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland State Police detectives have charged two people already accused in a home invasion that involved the robbing of a 95 year old woman months ago with a burglary of a home in Hollywood.

Jessica Louis Johnson, 25, of Mechanicsville and William Joseph Gross, 61, of Hollywood have been indicted by Grand Jurors for allegedly participating in the burglary on Aug. 22 of last year, in which a laptop computer and cash money were stolen.

The home was occupied at the time, police said, and when they saw the homeowner they fled the scene with the stolen items.

The pair have been charged with first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit first-degree burglary, theft between $10,000 and $100,000 and

conpiring to steal the money.

Both Johnson and Gross were served with the indictment while in the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were first imprisoned on charges that they participated in a Sept. 4 home invasion where they assaulted the 95-year-old occupant of a Town Creek home and her caretaker.

The third participant in that crime, Johnny Bryan Young, has since been found guilty and sentenced to 40 years in prison based on armed robbery and handgun charges.

Gross is still awaiting trial but Johnson has already pleaded guilty, also to armed robbery and handgun charges, and is awaiting sentencing.

Johnson had been hired as a caregiver to the 95-year-old victim in the case but was fired from her position with that company. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Operation Border2Border Kicks off Click it or Ticket Campaign

saving benefits of wearing a seat belt every time you ride in a vehicle, day or night, and in every seat.

Maryland crash data shows those who were reported as unbelted at the time of their crash were 67 percent more likely to sustain a moderate to fatal injury. The data also shows seat belts reduce the risk of moderate-tocritical injury by 50 percent. In 2014, more than 92 percent of drivers and front-seat passengers in Maryland were observed to be wearing their seatbelts, but crash data shows that an alarming percentage of people killed in crashes were unbelted.

Besides potentially saving your life, putting on your seat belt could mean keeping money in your pocket. A fine will cost you $83 including court costs.

More than 89,000 seat belt citations are written each year in Maryland.

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office wants to see 100 percent seat belt use.

Therefore, deputies will accept no excuses.

On May 19, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and troopers from the Leonardtown and Prince Frederick Barracks of the Maryland State Police, conducted seatbelt compliance checks on both sides of the Thomas Johnson Bridge as part of the Border2Border Seat Belt Compliance Initiative.

During the operation, a total of 1,728 vehicles passed through and 70 vehicles were stopped. Those vehicle stops resulted in 34 seatbelt citations, 16 cellphone citations, 1 license citation, 16 warnings and 1 safety equipment repair order.

Each year more than 120 people, who are not wearing a seat belt at the time of a crash, die on Maryland’s roadways. Even low speed crashes can produce serious injuries or fatalities to unbelted vehicle occupants.

This month the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is participating in the Click it or Ticket campaign, which runs from May 11 through May 31. The goal is simple - to remind all drivers and passengers about the life-

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

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Defendant Accused of Dragging Woman From Car Back In Jail

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A man who was charged with the strong arm robbery of a woman who was allegedly trying to buy drugs from him nearly two years ago is now back in jail after local prosecutors charged him with going on the lam.

Jeramey Kishawn Bradshaw, 27, had his bond revoked on July 25 of last year in the case in which he was accused of robbing a woman and dragging her from a car, absconded from the law, local prosecutors said, and went on a spree of alleged armed robberies in neighboring Calvert County.

The Lexington Park man has since been arrested and remains incarcerated on a no bond status of being a felon who failed to report to authorities after his bond was revoked.

Law officers here say that the strong arm robbery Bradshaw allegedly committed back in December of 2013 left the victim, who had called Bradshaw because she wanted to buy pain pills from him, badly injured.

According to police reports obtained

by The County Times Bradshaw showed up that night on Mar A Lee Court in a vehicle operated by a driver not identified in the indictment against him.

When the victim gave Bradshaw $300 for 15 percocet pills, instead of handing over the drugs to her he grabbed both of her wrists as the driver drove the blue/ gray sport utility vehicle away, police reports stated.

She was dragged about 15 feet before Bradshaw let her go, the victim claimed in police reports.

Soon after the victim’s family took her to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital where she complained of shortness of breath and severe pain.

Examinations revealed she suffered from two broken ribs and fractures to her sternum as a result of being dragged from the vehicle.

Bradshaw faces charges of robbery, first-degree and second-degree assault and conspiracy to commit assault and is set for trial this July. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Obituaries

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

Joyce Careme Young, 59 Joyce Careme Young, a caterer and lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, died on May 6, peacefully in her sleep at the age of 59.

Joyce was born in Leonardtown, Md. on Sept.7, 1955 to Francis. Sr and Julia Young. She attended St. Mary’s County Public Schools and was a 1974 Graduate of Chopticon High School. She worked for the federal government until she resigned in 1984 to become the fulltime care giver to her youngest son.

Joyce first love was catering and cooking for family and friends. She enjoyed bingo, crossword puzzle books, listening to her oldies, reading all genres of books, watching her favorite soap opera Young and the Restless, caring for her grandchildren, and spending time with family and friends. Joyce was a woman of strong faith and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Joyce is survived by her father Francis X. Young Sr; her children, Lamont, Rhonda Kelly (William), and Carlos; her grandchildren; Aaron Xavier, Aaron Delonte, Dorian, Justin, Daryn, Desmond, Shanell and Lil Carlos; her godchildren Gail Butler, Tawanda Hall, and Tiffany Robinson; her siblings, Elsie, Violet Butler, Hilda Butler, Hazel Bowman (Harold), Ella Burton, Francis Jr., Charles (Gloria), Lester and Garfield. A special cousin and friend Alice Bush, Godmother Cecilia Fenwick, three very special friends; Garnell Miles, Shelia Cole and Willie Dew along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother Julia Young, sister Clara Farmer, brother Ernest Young; Sister in Law Theresa Young , three brother in laws; Joseph Butler, James Farmer, and William Butler.

Family and friends united at Our Lady of Wayside Church, 37575 Chaptico Road, Chaptico, Md. 20621 on Wednesday, May 13 at 9 a.m. for visitation until a Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. immediately after an interment followed at Queen of Peace Cemetery.

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

Joseph Howard Gatton Jr., 67 Joseph Howard Gatton, Jr., 67, of Dameron, Md. died May 5 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Leonardtown, Md. He was born on Oct. 2, 1947 in Dameron, Md. to the late Joseph Howard Gatton, Sr. and Anna Delores Tephabock.

Joseph proudly served in the United States Navy from Jan. 3, 1969 to Dec. 8, 1972. He was employed by ManTech as a dedicated software technician until his retirement. On Sept. 27, 1997, he married his beloved wife, Cynthia Ann Kay Gatton. Together they celebrated over 17 wonderful years together. He was very savvy

in electronics and enjoyed working with them. He travelled extensively with his job and enjoyed visiting many countries, particularly, Rome, China, Japan, and Tel Aviv, Israel. He also enjoyed boating and crabbing with his father. He had an extensive coin collection. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 255 and a certified deep sea diver.

In addition to his beloved wife, Joseph is also survived by his step-son, Gary Michael Christiani of California, Md.; his brothers, Danny Gatton of Lexington Park, Md. and Kim Gatton of Lexington Park, Md.; and his granddaughter, Kayla Joanne Christiani. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Family received friends for Joseph’s Life Celebration on Monday, May 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Peter Giovanni at 11 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 16566 Three Notch Road, Ridge, Md. 20680. Interment will follow at Trinity Episcopal Church in St. Mary’s City, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650 or the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3N, Gambrills, Md. 21054.

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

CPOS Donald Nathan Lord, USN (Ret.), 74 CPOS Donald Nathan Lord, USN (Ret.), 74, of Hollywood, Md. died May 10 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on Feb. 13, 1941 in Tennille, Ga. to the late John Nathan Lord and Audrey Mae Wyatte.

Donald proudly enlisted in the United States Navy after having served in the United States Coast Guard and gave 27 combined years of dedicated service before his retirement as a Senior Chief in Aug. 1985.

During his service with the Navy, he served in Guam, Iceland, Greenland, and Italy. After retiring from the Navy he was employed another 18 years by various government contractors providing logistical support for the Navy. On Nov. 21, 1987, he married his beloved wife, Marjorie Ann Hayden. Together they celebrated over 27 wonderful years together. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and watching NASCAR racing having attended many races over the years. He was a fan of Dale Earnhardt, Sr. and Dale, Jr. He enjoyed taking trips in his RV, especially to Florida and Tennessee. He was an inventor of sorts, building computers and designing and programming for the Navy. He had a private pilot’s license and attended racing school twice. He loved working hours in his shop and anything he could do outdoors.

However, his greatest love was spending time with his family.

In addition to his beloved wife, Marjorie, Donald is also survived by his children, Donald N. Lord, Jr. (Lisa) of Hollywood,

Md., Timothy W. Lord (Cynthia) of Cincinnatti, Ohio, Teresa L. Christopher (Dale) of Germantown, Md., Gary M. Lord (Debbie) of Baltimore, Md., Cheryl K. Skibbe of Hurricane, W.Va., and Wesley W. Lord of Germantown, Md.; his sisters, Lujean Brantley of Miami, Fla. and Helen Harrell (Leon) of Lakeland, Fla.; 16 grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Clifford Lord, and his sister Amaryllis Burt.

All services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kan. 66675.

Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Barry Dale Whittington Jr., 32 Barry Dale Whittington, Jr., 32, of Leonardtown, Md. died May 9 after a tragic accident.

He was born on March 24, 1983 in Prince Frederick, Md. to Susan Elizabeth Brooks Buckler.

Barry was employed as an installer for Parran Flooring. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, grilling, and cheering on the Washington Redskins and Boston Red Sox’s. He took great pride in his tattoos. However, his greatest love was spending time with his family, especially his children.

In addition to his parents, Barry is also survived by his wife, Katrina Whittington, his children, Keith Dale Whittington, Shaye Lynne-Bell Whittington, and Trinaty McKenna Whittington; his siblings, Shannon Corbin (Michael) of Mechanicsville, Md., David Snider (Chelsey), Tiffany Whittington (Maury); his step-father, Joe Buckler, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. He is preceded in death by his brother, Joey Buckler.

Family received friends for Barry’s Life Celebration on Saturday, May 16 from 5 to 8 p.m.., with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. celebrated by Reverend Joe Orlando, at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be private.

Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Marco Cucinotta, 94 Marco Cucinotta, 94, of Leonardtown, Md, died Saturday, May 16 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, Md. He was born on August 5, 1920 in Sicily, Italy to the late Ambrogio Cucinotta and Vincenza San Marco.

Marco married his beloved wife, Sonia Cucinotta on April 11, 1948 in Italy.

Together they celebrated over 67 wonderful years of marriage. He began his career as a member of the Royal Police in Italy, and was part of the Allied Forces in World War II. In 1954, he moved to the United States and began working as a Master Carpenter. He was em-

ployed by several companies, including Alliance Woodworking. He made many exquisite pieces of furniture that were completed with meticulous detail. After over 32 years of master craftsmanship, he retired in 1985. He enjoyed bocce, dancing, playing cards, watching soccer, and taking cruises. He planted and harvested beautiful gardens for many years.

He also enjoyed working in his garage and fixing things. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was an active member of his church in Flordia. He was a member of the Italian American Club in Hollywood, Fla. and St. Aloysius Catholic Church.

In addition to his beloved wife, Marco is also survived by his son, Ambrose Cucinotta (Darlene) of Mechanicsville, Md.; his grandchildren, Stephen Cucinotta of Dania Beach, Fla., Jon Michael Cucinotta of Sunrise, Fla., and Allison Cucinotta of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his siblings, Lena Nicolina, Santo Cucinotta, Francesca Cosolito, Angelina Cucinotta, Gusepina Cucinotta, and Antonino Cucinotta.

Family received friends on Monday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to noon at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 22800 Washington Street, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Reverend David Beaubien at noon at St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Interment will be private.

Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Gary Edward Bailey, 69 Gary Edward Bailey, 69, of Lexington Park, Md. died May 11 at his residence.

He was born on July 12, 1945 in Sydney, Australia to Thelma Daphne Gowley Bailey of California, Md. and the late Ralph Edward Bailey.

Gary received his education from Little Flower Catholic School and Great Mills High School. He served in the United States Army at Fort Bragg. He was employed as a land surveyor for Lorenzi, Dodds and Gunnill for many years. He enjoyed travelling, especially to Arizona. He also liked to gamble, fish, crab and boating. He was also an avid fan of the Washington Redskins, Washington Nationals, Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles. He was known for his great sense of humor.

In addition to his mother, Gary is also survived by his siblings, Wayne Bailey (Barbie) of Hollywood, Md., Lana Medinger (John) of Glassboro, N.J., and Yvonne Bailey of Gainsville, Va.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his father, he is also preceded in death by the love of his life, Sandy Willis.

All services will be private.

Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

Shirley Agnes Brown, 87 Shirley Agnes Brown, 87, of Valley Lee, Md. died May 13 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, Md., surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 24, 1927 in Albany, N.Y. to the late James Russell Davis and Jessie Mary Tilley.

Shirley married Lawrence Sidney Franck and spent over 30 wonderful years together before his passing in 1995. In June 1998 she married Kenneth E. Brown, and they spent over 10 great years together before his passing in 2008. She enjoyed dancing, bowling, playing the slot machines and cooking. She was a fabulous cook and made many delicious family meals. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her family.

Shirley is survived by her children, Gail Adkins (Freddy) of Great Mills, Md., Sandra Hayden (Joseph) of Great Mills, Md., Joanne Shadrick (Jack) of Waldorf, Md., Colleen Johnson (Larry) of Hollywood, Md., Eleanor Viall of Clements, Md., Sidnee Wood (Dale) of Piney Point, Md., and Shirley Ridgell (William) of Valley Lee, Md.; her sister, Jessie Seymore (Harold) of Arcadia, Fla., 19 grandchildren; and 47 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Sidney Franck and her second husband, Kenneth E. Brown.

Family will gathered for a Graveside Service celebrated by Reverend Jerry Gamrot on Saturday, May 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Ebenezer Cemetery in Great Mills, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Nursing Center, P.O. Box 518, Leonardtown, Md. 20650 and Second District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Valley Lee, Md. 20692.

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

Jacquelyn Wilkinson Crawford, 82 Jacquelyn Wilkinson Crawford, 82, of Solomons, Md. died peacefully in her sleep on May 11, 2015.

Jacque was born in Winchester, MA on February 20, 1933 to Walter Edward and Leslie Payzant Wilkinson of Lynnfield, Massachusetts. Suffering from rheumatic fever as a child and confined to bed, her grandmother taught her to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and sew. From that beginning, Mom’s hands would become her gift to so many. Graduating from Wakefield High School in 1950, she attended Centenary College in New Jersey. She was a woman of morphing talents; growing into the needs of her surroundings and life.

After college, she married Marvin Arrick DuBois, Jr. Their life together brought her to Indiana and a 258-acre farm. While raising her first two children, Marvin (Tad) and Karen, Jacque learned to garden, ride, breed and raise horses, and manage a large farm.

Following divorce she returned home with

Tad and Karen to family in Lynnfield, MA. She married Charles William Crawford, the true love of her life, and her family was complete with the addition of his son, Randall (Randy) Charles Crawford.

Jacque touched so many through her handwork. Throughout her life she sewed clothing and wedding dresses for family and friends, decorated rooms with curtains and pillows, crocheted table coverings and knit countless sweaters, gloves and mittens. When a chair needed refinishing, she taught herself to upholster – she remarked, “it was, after all, just making a dress for a chair!” After the family purchased a boat she turned her designing talents to creating boat canvas covers, cushions, camper backs and bridge enclosures.

What began as a bet with a dock neighbor to create a camper back enclosure for “half the price”, turned into an incorporated business, Boat Décor, first in Essex, and then out of Beverly, MA. That shop was within walking distance of the cabin cruiser she and Charlie lived on for nearly 10 years. Jacque created the designs, cut and sewed the canvases, and Charlie, a pipefitter by trade, helped with the stainless steel frames and installations.

With Charlie’s retirement they moved to Winter Haven, Florida. Mom learned to quilt and began what would be one of the most beautiful and giving periods of her life. She joined two quilting groups, nearly always serving in leadership roles and brought her accounting strengths to keeping the books.

She initiated a service program from which hundreds of children’s quilts were created each year for donation to the local police department of Polk County Florida. Those quilts rode along in police cruisers ready for any incident involving a child. Wrapping children in comfort, Mom’s touch and those of her many friends went with them as well.

Following Charlie’s death, Jacque came north to live at Asbury of Solomons, MD, in January of 2014. With her daughter Karen and her family nearby, Jacque settled in quickly and joined both the quilting and knitting clubs. She enjoyed making new friends, her new home and sewing room, and water view to the Patuxent River. She loved to attend movies at Asbury and events at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

Whenever she was unable to be at her sewing machine or quilting hoop, Jacque kept busy knitting baby hats. Hundreds but more likely thousands of babies have gone home from the hospital with Mom’s pink or blue caps snuggly on their heads. The hats with pompoms were her favorites. Her children and grandchildren know her love not only through her hugs and cheerful conversations, but also through the many quilts, Christmas stockings and tree skirts, and garments that adorn their lives. The colors she chose and patterns she created fill our homes and keep us warm at night. She will be ever present and woven within our lives. We will miss her always.

She is survived by her children and their spouses: Marvin Arrick (Tad) DuBois and his wife Susan Browder-DuBois; Karen Crawford and her husband Mark Francis Caggiano; and Randy Charles Crawford and his wife Elke Klass Crawford; grandchildren: Brendan Daniel Crawford, Kaelan Pascal Crawford, Sean Crawford Caggiano, Sarah Rose Caggiano and Kevin Lee Browder; and her siblings: elder brothers and their wives, William Arnold Wilkinson and Mary, and Richard Walter Wilkinson

and Bea. A Celebration of Life will be held for Jacque at Asbury of Solomons, MD, on May 27, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glenn Allen, VA 23058-5216.

Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Linda Kaye Burke, 46 Linda Kaye Burke, 46, of Port Republic passed away suddenly, Wednesday evening, May 13, 2015, after a car accident.

Linda was born November 23, 1968 in Washington DC, the beloved daughter of John and Barbara Verdin of Huntingtown, Maryland. She was married to Kevin Burke, October 25, 1996 and was the loving mother to her four children, Rachel 17, Ryan 15, Riley 11 and Rowan 8. Linda graduated from Northern High School Class of 1986. She held various jobs throughout Maryland, from Marriott in Bethesda to Stoney’s in Calvert. Wherever she went her kind heart turned acquaintances into friends, and friends into family. Linda was also a passionate volunteer, serving with an open heart on the PTA at Mutual Elementary School, at Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry,

at Friends of Felines (where she adopted her beloved cats Niko and Percy), at Project Echo Turkey Trot and at Ronald McDonald House along with many other worthy pursuits.

Above all, Linda took absolute delight in her children – and she was usually off on some new adventure or watching a sunset with one or more of her kids – filling them with her own sense of wonder. She was a vibrant, positive life force and her memory will live on forever in our hearts. She was creative, remained positive and present, never held a grudge and could brighten any environment she entered.

An avid reader and photographer, Linda was preceded in death by her father and is survived by her husband and four children, as well as siblings: John Verdin (Elizabeth); Scott Verdin (Jamie); Susan Gallo (Michael); Patrick Verdin (Ronda); Lisa Wieland (Paul); Clayton Verdin and David Verdin (Natasha) and her nieces and nephew: Kelly, Michael, Amy, Chloe, Emma and Adriana.

A viewing for Linda will be held at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD 20657 on Thursday, May 21 from 6 to 8 pm, and her memorial service will be held Friday, May 22, at 11 am at Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby, with interment to follow at Chesapeake Highlands Cemetery in Port Republic.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to: The Burke Family Children’s Trust, c/o Community Bank of the Chesapeake, 11725 Rousby Hall Road, Lusby, Md. 20657.

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Feature Story

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Long Awaited Theatre Opening Just Months Away

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Despite delays in construction due to a tough winter the R/C Theatres Cineplex at the new Lexington Exchange development in California is set to open in about 90 days, said its general manager David Campbell.

“We’re looking at opening at the end of July or the beginning of August,” Campbell said. “They’re moving along.”

The new theater, for which residents have clamored for years, will have upwards of 1,800 seats spread throughout 12 auditoriums of various sizes from about 112 seats to more than 250 seats for large showings.

The late summer opening will position the new theatre for business during one of its busiest times, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season.

Campbell said he anticipated a strong opening and was especially looking forward to the release of the seventh installment of the Star Wars franchise at the end of the year.

“We’ll be open for that,” Campbell said, adding that the theatre would likely open multiple auditoriums for just that one movie, which is set for release this Christmas.

“That’s the biggest time of the year for us,” Campbell said.

The theatre opening also means 50 new jobs for the area, Campbell said, that need to be filled come the big day.

These jobs include everything from ushers and food preparation to managers, he said.

More than just the jobs it will create, the theatre will help keep more money in St. Mary’s County that has been going to other communities, said Robin Finnacom, director of the county’s Department of Economic Development.

“You’ll hear a lot of people say they go to Prince George’s County, Waldorf, Brandywine or Prince Frederick to see movies in a more modern theatre,” Finnacom told The County Times. “People will be able to come see a movie, have dinner and do some shopping.”

St. Mary’s may even be able to draw some money back into the county from other jurisdictions, she said.

“I think it will pull in people from North County who go to Waldorf to see a movie and even some people from Southern Calvert,” Finnacom said.

The only other movie theatre open to the public, the Loews Cinema Six in Lexington Park, will likely suffer from the opening of the new theatre, Finnacom said.

It may even shut its doors, she said.

“They had an opportunity to expand,” Finnacom said of the chance to grow

Photos by Frank Marquart

The new theatre, for which residents have clamored for years, will have upwards of 1,800 seats spread throughout 12 auditoriums of various sizes from about 112 seats to more than 250 seats for large showings.

into the building next door on FDR Boulevard after the post office there closed some years ago. “They could’ve grown up and out.”

“They’ll probably close this August.”

The condition of the Loews site has deteriorated over the years but Finnacom said the neighborhood surrounding the theatre was unfairly judged.

She said moviegoers still had good experiences there despite its age.

“The issue of crime in Lexington Park is overblown,” Finnacom said. “The perception is greater than the reality.”

County Commissioner Todd Morgan said the new theatre was the answer to the cries of many residents who wanted a cineplex specifically but also wanted more amenities in St. Mary’s.

But it was a dream project that almost didn’t happen, he said, when the developer ran up against the requirements of the Metropolitan Commission, the local water and sewer authority, to provide more flow to the site than the builder had originally intended.

The time lag of negotiations between the two came close to derailing the project, Morgan said.

But the two came to an agreement on the amount of water flow to keep the project going.

“Getting that compromise to keep the movie theatre moving ahead was the most important thing,” Morgan said.

He said with the opening eminent, it showed that St. Mary’s was still very much open for business.

The theatre will lead the way for a multitude of shops and restaurants to open in its wake, he said.

“It’s a huge anchor to keep people in the county,” Morgan said. “It represents a huge opportunities for developers to come and make more infrastructure improvements.

“I’m excited. There’s been a huge demand for a local theatre for years. It’s a good location.”

R/C Theatres operates nine movie houses in the eastern United States with four in Pennsylvania, two in Maryland including the California location, one in North Carolina and two in Virginia. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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CSM Twilight Performance Series Returns July 7 Summer Series Brings History, Music, Theatre to Area Residents

Chautauqua The annual Chautauqua program includes interactive, family-friendly presentations and is an educational program of the Maryland Humanities Council presented in partnership with CSM. This year’s theme, “Sporting Lives,” features Olympic track and field champion Wilma Rudolph July 7, baseball legend Babe Ruth July 8 and versatile athlete Jim Thorpe July 9.

Rudolph won three gold medals in track and field during the 1960 Summer Olympics, making her the first American female to do so. She is regarded as a civil and women’s rights pioneer. Rudolph attended Tennessee State University on a full scholarship and received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Following her athletic career, she worked at Cobb Elementary School and coached track at Burt High School, both in Tennessee. Rudolph will be portrayed by Gwendolyn Briley-Strand.

Ruth is considered to be one of the greatest baseball players of all time and established many Major League Baseball batting and pitching records before he retired in 1935. Throughout his career, he played for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees and the Boston Braves. Ruth will be portrayed by Gene Worthington.

Thorpe was an athlete of both Native American and European ancestry. Among his many achievements includes winning Olympic gold medals for the 1912 pentathlon and decathlon, playing collegiate and professional American football, and playing professional baseball and basketball. Thorpe will be portrayed by Mark Megehee.

Each evening will open with music, followed by presentations by the Chautauquans with an opportunity for questions and answers. For information on Chautauqua, visit http://mdhc.org/programs/chautauqua/.

Leonardtown Campus Twilight Performances Leonardtown concerts include Jennifer Cooper and GrooveSpan July 7, the Bruce Swaim Quartet July 14, the Dave Chappell Band July 21 and With Lying Eyes July 28.

All performances begin at 6:45 p.m.

GrooveSpan, an ensemble Cooper created to satiate her desire to sing classic tunes from a variety of genres, decades, styles and grooves of popular music, offers repertoire that includes everything from vintage jazz standards to classic rock, from Duke Ellington to Doobie Brothers, from Antonio Jobim to Adele, from Bill Withers to Blondie. Founded in 2010, GrooveSpan performs at the Back Creek Bistro, the Blue Dog, the Running Hare Vineyard and the Port of Leonardtown Winery. The group appeals to all age groups from young adults to senior citizens. For information, visit http://go-diva.webs.com/aboutgroovespan.htm.

The Bruce Swaim Quartet, which consists of Swaim on saxophone, Paul Langosch on bass, Jay Cooley on piano and Dominic Smith on drums, is recognized as one of Washington, D.C.’s premier jazz quartets.

Swaim attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro as a performance major in saxophone. Since moving to Washington, D.C. he has worked professionally with notable musicians, including the Four Tops and the Temptations. Langosch began his college studies at Montgomery College’s School of Music in Rockville and then attended American University. He resides in the Washington, D.C. area and has worked with many leaders in the jazz world including Herb Ellis, Al Cohn and Bud Shank.

Cooley studied music at Montgomery College’s School of Music as well as Catholic University’s School of Theory and Composition. Cooley has appeared with Charlie Byrd, Chuck Redd and Ethel Ennis and is a frequent musical director and guest accompanist. Smith attended Towson University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in jazz performance. He has studied in New York City with musicians such as Kenny Washington, Ralph Peterson and Kim Plainfield and has played with jazz musicians Buster Williams, Mark Elf and Dennis Erwin. For information, visit http://www.bruceswaim. com/.

Chappell, a Washington, D.C. native, he has won Washington Area Music Awards (WAMMIES) for Musician of the Year, Rock Instrumentalist of the Year and Roots Rock Instrumentalist of the Year. He has performed with legends Jerry Lee Lewis, Sam Moore of Sam & Dave, Percy Sledge, Johnny Johnson and Danny Gatton. For information, visit http://www.guitardavechappell.com/home.

When With Lying Eyes was formed in late 2009, it consisted of lifelong friends Chris Dean and David Hamner playing acoustic covers of their favorite bands for a handful of viewers on YouTube. Since then, the band has evolved into a five-piece alternative metal act comprised of Hamner on vocals and guitar, Dean and Jesse Cusic on guitar, Dylan Gausman on bass and Nick Cusic on drums. Though the oldest member is only 21 years old, With Lying Eyes has released two EPs and one full-length album to date and have played countless venues in the area, including Charm City Art Space, the Ottobar, Sonar and Empire.

Through their music, With Lying Eyes aim to emulate and honor the bands they grew up listening to, like Silverstein, Dishwalla,

We Came as Romans, Breaking Benjamin and Underoath, among others. For information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ WithLyingEyesMetal/.

Prince Frederick Campus Twilight Performances Prince Frederick concerts include “The President’s Own” Marine Jazz Combo July 23 and the U.S. Navy Band “Cruisers” July 30.

Established by an act of Congress in 1798, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band has roughly 160 members and is the oldest professional musical organization in the United States, as well as the oldest of the country’s military bands. Most hold advanced degrees from places like the Julliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music and the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester. For information, visit http:// www.marineband.marines.mil/.

As the U.S. Navy’s premier contemporary entertainment ensemble, the Cruisers feature eight of the Navy’s most dynamic performers. Formed in 1999 as a specialty unit, the Cruisers are under the leadership of drummer, Senior Chief Musician Leon Alexander. The group takes its name from the Navy’s versatile, flexible, multi-missioned ship – the Cruiser – and the band is as versatile, having the capabilities to play genres of music ranging from jazz and standards, rhythm and blues, classic rock, adult contemporary and pop as well as original material. This elite group has engaged and excited audiences of all ages with worldclass musicianship and high energy, funfilled performances. For information, visit http://www.navyband.navy.mil/Cruisers. shtml.

Children’s Theatre Performances “Sneetches” is a play adapted from the Dr. Seuss story of the same name. The story

follows a group of yellow creatures called “Sneetches,” some of whom have a green star on their bellies. At the beginning of the story, Sneetches with stars discriminate against and shun those without. The story was intended by Seuss to be a satire of discrimination between races and cultures and was specifically inspired by his opposition to anti-Semitism. The performances will be indoors Aug. 4 in the Auditorium, Building A in Leonardtown, Aug. 5. Fine Arts Center in La Plata, and Aug. 6 Building B, Multipurpose Room, in Prince Frederick. All performances begin at 6:45 p.m.

Chautauqua is sponsored by the Maryland Humanities Council and the Twilight Performance Series is sponsored by the St. Mary’s County Arts Council.

Sponsorships are available. For information, call 301-934-7647 or visit http://csmd. edu/Foundation.

For information on the Twilight Performance Series, visit http://www.csmd.edu/ Arts/TwilightSeries/index.html.

Chautauqua is a program of the Maryland Humanities Council presented in partnership with the College of Southern Maryland. The Maryland Humanities Council, Inc. is an independent non-profit organization which receives support from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Maryland Division of Historical and Cultural Programs, corporations, foundations and individuals.

CSM’s campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two-week advanced notice. Contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614.

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Congratulations, Graduate!

Arden Grace Carkhuff, the daughter of Kenneth and Karlene Carkhuff of Mechanicsville, Maryland, graduated from Flagler College in Saint Augustine, Florida on May 2, 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a mi-

nor in International Relations. She is a 2012 graduate of Leonardtown High School and a 2013 graduate of the College of Southern Maryland.

She is looking forward to a future of non-profit work and international political affairs.

The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Twilight Performance Series returns for its ninth season this summer to offer free, family-friendly entertainment to area residents on the La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. Guests can expect to be entertained by national and local blues, jazz, rock and military bands and CSM’s Children’s Theatre as well as by Chautauqua’s historical portrayals.

Performances by local and nationally recognized musicians will take place on Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28 at the Leonardtown Campus; with Chautauqua performers at the La Plata Campus July 7, 8, and 9; and with military bands on Thursdays, July 23 and 30 at the Prince Frederick Campus. The Twilight series will take place outdoors on the La Plata Campus Fine Arts (FA) Building lawn, the Leonardtown Campus great lawn, and the Prince Frederick Campus patio. Audience members are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket as well as food or beverages (no alcohol permitted).

In the event of rain, performances will move indoors. On the La Plata Campus, performances will be in the Fine Arts Center; on the Leonardtown Campus, Building A, Auditorium; and on the Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room.

Performances are subject to change. For schedules, visit www.csmd.edu/Arts.

CSM’s Children’s Theatre’s performance of “Sneetches” will take place indoors on all three campuses, with performances at the Leonardtown Campus Aug. 4, the La Plata Campus Aug. 5, and the Prince Frederick Campus Aug. 6.

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Downtown restaurants will be open before and during the shows, and many of the surrounding local businesses will stay open until 6:00 p.m. to allow for browsing and buying before the concerts start.

The series is organized and hosted by the Leonardtown Business Association and sponsored in part by Quality Built Homes, Winegardner Automotive, Marrick Homes, Guy Distributing, and Big Larry’s Eatery.

Rain dates will be the next day, Sunday, for all shows.

For more information about the event, please contact series producer James LePore at jrlepore@gmail.com or visit www.leonardtown.somd.com.

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to enable the success of MCA, and to allow the continued availability of such an education in their area of St. Mary’s County.”

Donations will go to the school through the Knights of Columbus, who have set up an account within their 501(c)(3) tax exempt corporation for the benefit of Catholic education at MCA. The entire amount of the donation will go to the school, which will use the money in areas such as general operating expenses, technologyin theclassroom initiatives, and tuition assistance for families that require it, Cavanaugh said.

In a similar spirit of community mindedness, MCA has reached out to the community in new ways to ensure the new school’s services are available to all who are interested. These initiatives include a multichild tuition rate that makes Catholic education accessible to all families regardless of size, and an investigation into what services the school could offer families who homeschool their children.

Individuals or corporations interested in donating to MCA can write a check payable to KoC #1470 CharitiesMCA and mail it or drop it off at the school at 38833 Chaptico Rd in Mechanicsville, 20659.

Be sure to include your name, mailing address and phone number on the donation so that the Knights of Columbus can send a receipt. ­

Local Knights of Columbus Support Catholic Education Through Sponsorship Leonardtown, MD — The St. Mary’s Council #1470 of the Knights of Columbus illustrated their support for Catholic education through their sponsor agreement with Mother Catherine Academy, the independent Catholic school that will open in Mechanicsville in July.

“The Knights’ sponsorship is critical to our mission. It allows the many individuals and companies who support Mother Catherine Academy to make a donation to this effort that is taxdeductible to the extent permitted by law,” said interim MCA treasurer James Horstkamp.

MCA has formed a notfor profit corporation to legally establish the new school and is in the process of applying for its taxexempt status. That application may take more than six months, said Tom Cavanaugh, president of the MCA board of trustees. The Knights of Columbus’ intervention provides a critical mechanism by which the school can start receiving financial support now.

“One of the most important things we do as Knights of Columbus is to support Catholic education,” said John Slaughter, president of St. Mary’s Council #1470 Knights of Columbus Charities, Inc. “We are honored to have the opportunity to contribute to the efforts of the Board and families who are making such sacrifices ­

The ninth season of Downtown Tunes opens in the Leonardtown Square on Saturday, May 23, 2015, starting off a summerlong concert program that features a variety of musical styles including R&B, Acoustic, Classic Rock & Blues and Country. All performances are on the fourth Saturday of the month and all are free. Shows begin at 6 pm and will run about three hours.

May’s concert will feature the Leonardtown Square debut of Latrice Carr. With a background in gospel, performances at international venues, and a repertoire that spans from Etta James to Maroon 5, Ms. Carr promises to start the 2015 season off with passion, style and soulful R&B. The series will continue on June 27 with former Tonight’s Alibi front woman Megan Nosek and solo guitarist Josh Airhart playing a funky rhythmic acoustic set, and on July 25 with Jennifer Cooper and Groovespan putting their creative spin on Classic Rock and Blues. On August 22, the charming country powerhouse Sara Gray returns to the Square - this time joined by rising local soloist Robbie Boothe. According to series producer James LePore, Sara and Robbie had originally been slated for the June concert, but Sara was given the opportunity to open for country star Luke Bryan. “What could I say?” quipped LePore. “It’s a great opportunity for her, and we want to encourage local artists, not hold them back. So we moved Sara and Robbie to August 22.”

All shows are free, and concert-goers are invited to bring chairs or blankets to sit on.

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Two Sotterley Authors Receive Prestigious Awards

Dave Brown, Secretary of the Historic Sotterley Board of Trustees, has authored two books. Sotterley: Her People and Their Worlds is the story of Sotterley Plantation which began shortly after the founding of Maryland and continued over the next three centuries. It rose from humble beginnings, prospered in the age of tobacco and slavery, endured The Great Depression, and survived three wars, only to stumble toward imminent ruin until a generous fate brought both restoration and a renewed relevance for our time. George Plater of Sotterley is the book which fleshes out a fair assessment of Plater’s personal character and significant political accomplishments.

With little information available about the sixth Governor of Maryland in the Sotterley archives, Brown had his work cut out for him as he began a three year journey of research to breathe some life into a largely under-studied and under-appreciated Maryland Patriot, who was the owner of Sotterley Plantation from 1755 to 1792.

All three of these books are available for purchase at the Sotterley Museum Shop or online at: www.sotterley.org.

The St. Mary’s County Government presented the prestigious Heritage Preservation Project Awards to the authors of three books about Historic Sotterley Plantation entitled, Sotterley: Her People and Their Worlds, George Plater of Sotterley and Sotterley Plantation (Images of America) on Tuesday, May 19, 2015. These highly significant books enable readers to connect to our past and gain a better understanding of the people who lived and worked at what is now a National Historic Landmark. The award recognizes the importance of Sotterley within the community as a resource to understand and teach this and future generations how the society, culture, and economy have evolved in this area over the last 300 years.

Author of Sotterley Plantation (Images of America) is Historic Sotterley Education Director, Jeanne Pirtle. This book is the culmination of three years research, observations, and collecting photographs to tell the stories of Sotterley Plantation from its 1703 beginning to present ~ a true tribute to the people of the past who lived and worked here.

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Library tems Memorial Day Closing All branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Adult Summer Reading!

The St. Mary’s County Library (SMCL) is partnering with the Library at St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) for a fabulous Adult Summer Reading program starting Monday, June 1 and ending Friday, August 14. The adult summer reading program is open to all members of the SMCM Library community (students, staff, faculty, alumni) and all residents of the tri-county area (including library staff). Participants may read anything they like and will earn points by submitting reviews on the SMCM library blog, smcmlibrary.wordpress.com/, on the SMCL Goodreads page, tinyurl.com/stmarysgoodreads or submitting a handwritten review to any branch of the SMCL. Prizes will be awarded monthly, and the more points you earn, the more entries you get into the grand prize drawings!

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Inspiration from the Inside thanks, appreciation and love for everyone who attended her book release on May 9, 2015. We’d also like to thank those who atThe past doesn’t have to define us, but it tempted or could not make the event due to can certainly serve as a gateway to discover- situational circumstances beyond his or her ing ourselves and the potential we possess. control. A special thank you to the faithZenobia “Euphonious7” Dyson, a Southern ful supporters who started and continue to Maryland native, has been inspired to use support Euphonious7’s endeavors. Lastly, her past to inspire others through poetry, we wanted to take the time to acknowledge and celebrated the release of her first book, Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Dominion Apostolic Ministries, the Gordon, “Inside of Me,” on Saturday, May 9.

“In this book of inspirational messages Young, Dyson and Gabriel Families, Sen. and poetry, one will find some of the most Roy Dyson, Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School (T. Gibbons), basic answers, yet these Upper Room on the Rock answers come from a hard COGIC (Ernet Tyler & famplace in my life; filled with ily), Alpha Nu Omega, Inc., mental and physical scars, Inspirationally Speaking this hard place shall inspire LLC (Jennifer Foxworthy), you. Through ‘Inside of Me,’ Park Hall True Holiness, I use my God-given gift to NAACP (Janice Walthour), reach out to people-people Courtesy of Facebook Medstar Associates, Rick’s who are in the struggles of life, Cutz (Rick Smith), Euphoniparalyzed by their weakness, fears frustration, lack of self-esteem, hopelessness— ous7 Team, and The County Times. If we and let them learn to embrace our scars, In have missed anyone we truly apologize. your mordents of weakness, you will find We would like to dedicate this article to two very special men Albert Belford and strength,” states the book’s back cover.

Family and friends gathered at Leonard- Richard Trossbach,” Corey Dyson stated in town Library from 2 to 4 p.m. to congratulate an email to The County Times.

Dyson is excited to have released her first Dyson on her accomplishment. At the event, Dyson signed copies of her poetic debut, and book and is looking forward to more big attendees were given the opportunity to buy things to come.

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by GrowingSTEMS, a non-profit organization that promotes Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. For ages 8-12. Registration is required and opens 2 weeks before the program.

Summer Reading for Teens and Kids The St. Mary’s County Library will hold three summer reading programs starting June 22 and ending August 15. Register online or at any library branch starting June 22.

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Supreme Court Ruling Could Impact County Finances

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A ruling from the nation’s High Court this week that deemed a state tax law unconstitutional could mean a drop in the amount of income tax revenue the county receives each year, county officials say.

“There may be some future reductions in our income tax revenues,” said county Chief Financial Officer Jeanett Cudmore. “We don’t know how much that will be.”

The Supreme Court ruled Monday that a Maryland tax law that allowed the state to collect taxes on income state residents earned in other states was unconstitutional, nullifying the collection of such revenues here.

The state collects income tax revenues each year from residents and disperses them to counties several times.

The Supreme Court ruled that the double taxation on income a pair of Maryland residents, Brian and Karen Wynne, earned on stocks they held in a health care company in 2006, violated the dormant Commerce Clause in the U.S. Constitution.

The Supreme Court’s ruling this

week affirms an earlier Maryland Court of Appeals verdict that supported the Wynne’s contention.

Justice Samuel Alito wrote the majority opinion of a divided High Court that ruled 5 to 4 against the State of Maryland and Comptroller Peter Franchot’s office.

“With respect to fair apportionment, the court first held that the tax failed the ‘internal consistency’ test because if every State adopted Maryland’s tax scheme, interstate commerce would be taxed at a higher rate than intrastate commerce. It then held that the tax failed the ‘external consistency’ test because it created a risk of multiple taxation,” Alioto stated. “The court thus concluded that Maryland’s tax scheme was unconstitutional insofar as it denied the Wynnes a credit against the ‘county’ tax for income taxes they paid to other states.

“Maryland’s tax scheme is inherently discriminatory and operates as a tariff…which is fatal because tariffs are ‘[t]he paradigmatic example of a law discriminating against interstate commerce.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Hollidge Extends Potomac Win Streak to Three With Friday Late Model Triumph Williams Two for Two in Limited Late Models

Exciting Weekend at MDIR!

This Friday night, May 22, MDIR will host the Speed Unlimited Midnight Madness Series! The Midnight Madness series is a great place to check out street legal drag racing, hang out with your friends, enjoy great food, meet new people, and cruise the pits. You can even enter your own streetcar or street bike into the event for time runs, grudge runs, or trophy racing. The event will feature Pro Street, Super Street, Hollyrock Customs Diesel Shootout, Motorcycle, and the Pro Street Quick 8. It’s safe, fun, affordable, and legal.

Gates will open at 6 p.m., racing starts at 6:30 p.m., and eliminations start at 10 p.m. General Admission for adults is $10, and kids 11 & under are free. Racer entry fee is just $20.

On Saturday, May 23, MDIR will host the Speed Unlimited ET Series! The event will feature Top E.T. 3K, Mod E.T., Motorcycle, Jr. Dragster, Test & Tune, and the Southern Outlaw Top Sportsman class. The Summit Super Series and Rick’s Jewelers Ring For the Queen programs are also in effect. Gates will open at 1 p.m., time runs for all classes start at 2 p.m., Junior Dragster eliminations start at 4 p.m., and Top E.T., Mod E.T., and

Motorcycle eliminations start at 6pm. Test & Tune cars may also participate for $30 and you get 4 runs. Admission is just $15, and kids 11 & under are free. Southern Outlaw Top Sportsman entry fee is $61, Top E.T. entry fee is $85, Mod E.T. entry fee is $45, Motorcycle entry fee is $35, and Junior Dragster entry fee is $25.

On Sunday, May 24, MDIR will host the 5th annual Custom T’s DC Doorslammer Nationals! The event will feature the Quarter Mile Brother Top Sportsman, Fast by Francis Outlaw 632, Grudge Racing and a Test & Tune. Gates will open at 10 a.m. and the Test & Tune will run from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Afterdark Underground Grudge Racing will run from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Outlaw 632 entry fee is $100, Top Sportsman entry fee is $75, Test & Tune entry fee is $40 and No Time entry fee is $60. Spectators are $20 each. For more info on this event visit www.customtsrac-

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For more information on these events call 301-884-RACE, visit us at www.RaceMDIR. com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @RaceMDIR.

Hobby Stock feature finish 1. Jonathan Raley 2. Korey Downs 3.

John Burch 4. Tommy Randall 5. Matt Stewart 6. Jordan Pilkerton 7.Sidney Johnson 8. Buddy Dunagan 9. Tommy Wagner Jr. 10. Yogi Pope 11. Ryan Clement 12. Jonny Oliver 13. Billy Crouse 14. Jerry Deason 15. Gage Perkins 16. Robbie Kramer Jr. 17. Ed Pope Jr. (DQ) 18. Greg Morgan (DQ)

Strictly Stock feature finish 1. Ed Pope Sr. 2. Wesley Givens 3.

JJ Silvious 4. Nabil Guffey 5. John Hardesty 6. Ray Bucci 7. Paul Jones 8.

Drew Payne 9. Greg Mattingly 10. Jimmy Suite 11. Johnny Hardesty

Limited Late Model feature finish 1. David Williams 2. Daryl Hills 3.

Jimmy Jesmer Jr. 4. Kurt Zimmerman 5. James Sparks 6. Tyler Emory 7.

Street Stock feature finish 1. Mike Franklin 2. Scott Wilson 3.

Barry Williams 4. Billy Hill 5. Lloyd Deans 6. Mike Latham 7. Troy Kassiris 8. Ed Pope Jr. (DQ)

Late Model feature finish 1. Dale Hollidge 2. Stevie Long 3.

Jason Covert 4. Gregg Satterlee 5.

Kenny Moreland 6. JT Spence 7. Walter Crouch 8. Jacob Burdette 9. Amanda Whaley 10. Kyle Lear 11. Ross Robinson 12. Ricky Elliott 13. Jamie Lathroum 14. Deane Guy 15. Scott Cross

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man was fourth with James Sparks completing the top-five.

In support class action current point leader Mike Franklin rolled to his fourth win in a row and fifth of the season in the 16-lap Street Stock feature, Defending track champion Jonathan Raley was declared the winner of the 15-lap Hobby Stock main after apparent winner Ed pope Jr. failed a post race inspection and Ed Pope Sr.took the win, his second of 2015, in the nightcap 15-lap Strictly Stock feature.

Mechanicsville Md.’s Dale Hollidge drove to his first win of the 2015 season in last Friday nights 35-lap Late Model headliner at Potomac speedway. The win for Hollidge, worth $3000, was his 6thcareer win at the track and made him the third-different Late Model winner in the three races run this season.

Stevie Long and defending track champion Jason Covert made-up the front-row for the start of the event with Covert scored the leader of lap-one.

Long then took the top-spot from Covert on lap-two and set sail. Fourth-starting Dale Hollidge raced his way to second by lap-eight and would overhaul Long to become the new pace setter on lapten. Long would stay with Hollidge over the final twenty-circuits, but Hollidge had the superior car and would cruise home to the win. «We›re getting closer with this car.» Hollidge stated during his post-race interview. «We made a few adjustments after the heat race and I

knew if we could run the bottom tonight we›d have a good shot to win and here we are.» Strong team support guided Hollidge to the checkers. «We have a lot of good people who help with our program.» Said Hollidge. «I›d like to thank all the crew and sponsors and especially my mom and dad, we couldn›t do this without them.» Covert held tough for third, Gregg Satterlee took fourth with Kenny Moreland rounding out the topfive. Heats went to Covert and Long.

David Williams scored his secondstraight win,and career 36th, in the 20lap Limited Late Model feature. Jimmy Jesmer Jr.lead the first six-laps before Williams slid by to take the lead, for good, on lap-seven. Williams would then lead the final thirteen-laps uncontested to collect his 88th overall career Potomac feature win. «I›m surrounded by great people.» Williams stated after his victory. «I Just have to thank my carowners and for all the fans that come and support us, it was a good night tonight.»

Point-leader Daryl Hills took second, Jesmer hung on for third, Kurt Zimmer

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May, Month Long Angel Wings & Things Thrift Store St. Michael’s School (16560 Three Notch Rd, Ridge) – Sundays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Angel Wings & Things Thrift Store is located at St. Michael’s School in Ridge and open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Sundays the store is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The non-profit store offers unique collectibles, dishes, books, baby supplies, toys, small appliances and crafts. All proceeds benefit St. Michael’s School tuition assistance program. Directions: 11 miles south of Lexington Park on Three Notch Rd. The store is located to the right of St. Michael’s Church.

Kicking off the 2015 Season!

Historic Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) – Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year will be an exciting one at Historic Sotterley Plantation as we begin our 2015 tour season, kick-off our popular annual events, present the impressive Speaker Series line-up, and offer the best at our weekly Farmer’s Market!

Guided & Audio Tour Season: May 1st – October 31st Self-Guided Grounds Tours: Available year round Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10 am - 4 pm Tours: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Sundays: 11:45 am - 4 pm Tours: Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Visitors need only to check in at the Visitor Center, then they can enjoy themselves hiking and touring the site – and remember that Sotterley members get in free! Your furry friends are welcome on our nature trails (on a leash, please)!

For pricing, event information, and special closing dates, please visit: www.sotterley.org.

Visit us soon and often!

Mondays: Closed to the public 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.

Dog Obedience Classes Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown) Saint Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks Dog Obedience Classes 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 North End Gallery May 2015 Show North End Gallery (41652 Fenwick St, Leonardtown) – First Friday Reception May 1 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Artists Diana Manchak, Mickey Kunkle and Ann Preston “The DMA of Color “ Winter is over and we welcome the color that is coming back all about us.

The North End Gallery show for May will give you a fabulous color fix.

The three artists featured in this show are know for both the color and the fun in their work and all three have a strong personal interest in using color as a basis to create their work.

Come and view this very special show and love the color. The show runs from April 28 until May 31 and the First Friday Reception is on May 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Gallery in Leonardtown.

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

Thursday, May 21 Central Committee Regular Meeting Calvert County Democratic Party (Democratic HQ) (250 Merrimac Ct, Prince Frederick, MD 206780) – 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. at Democratic HQ, Prince Frederick.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email news@countytimes.net with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

Charles County Democratic Central Committee Annual TrumanKennedy Dinner Waldorf Jaycee Community Center (3090 Crain Hwy, Waldorf) – 6 p.m.

Go to calvertdemocrats.us3.listmanage.com/track for information and tickets or call (301) 919-5749.

Wine & Design (42356 Rescue Ln., Hollywood) – 6:30 p.m.

We had so much fun at the last Wine & Design … we are having another one! The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad is sponsoring a Wine & Design night on Friday, May 22. Fun begins at 6:30 p.m., cost is $45 and includes an instructor, canvas, paints, easel, brushes and aprons. We will paint the Solomons Island Bridge at Sunset. Light refreshments will be served. BYOB To sign up go to: www.wineanddesign.com/location/leonardtownmd/home, go to the calendar, your friends and family. Don’t worry if you can’t paint, it’s a fun night out!

Any questions, please call Barbara Wible at 240-298-7443.

Roast Beef and Ham Dinner Immaculate Conception Church Hall (28297 Old Village Road, Mechanicsville) – 5 to 7 p.m.

The Mechanicsville Vol. Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary are sponsoring a roast beef and ham dinner. Dinner will be held on Friday May 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church Hall in Mechanicsville. The dinner will be Roast Beef and Ham, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Cole Slaw, Green Beans, and Roll. Coffee and Tea. Deserts available. Adults- $ 10 ages 10 - 6 $6 5 and under free

Saturday, May 23 Heart Concert Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 6 p.m. Gates Open The Waterside Music Series presents Heart live in concert. Tickets are $44 and $54 (additional fees apply). Buy tickets now at www. calvertmarinemuseum.com, call 1-800-787-9454, or stop by Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge. The museum closes at 3 p.m.

Fried Chicken Dinner Trinity Parish (47477 Trinity Church Rd, St Mary’s City) – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Potato salad, baked beans, coleslaw, roll, dessert, and pickle. $12 Ea. Buy 5 Or More $10 Ea. The Sotterley Farmer’s Market Beginning Historic Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) – 8 a.m. to noon For the second year running, we further strengthen our strong ties to the Southern Maryland farm community and continue our over

300 year farming tradition as we open up the Sotterley Farmer’s Market – a producer only farmer’s market – on Saturday, May 23! Every Saturday running from May 23 through September 26 between 8 a.m. and noon, the public is invited to the Historic Sotterley Plantation grounds to shop local. Purchase the best quality home-grown vegetables, fruit, and plants, as well as unique, hand-crafted items.

After buying wonderful local produce, we hope our guests will also stay in order to take advantage of our site’s beauty, nature trails, and history. Visitors need only to check in at the Visitor Center, then they can enjoy themselves hiking and touring the site – and remember that Sotterley members get in free!

Leashed dogs are welcome on our nature trails.

Sotterley is still currently accepting applications from quality local vendors interested in featuring only locally grown and produced products - vegetables, fruit, honey, eggs, and more. All who are interested in being part of the Sotterley Farmer’s Market please contact Joe Goldsmith at 301-643-5617.

Art and Wine Festival All Saints Episcopal Parish Hall (21656 Oakley Rd., Avenue) – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We are having our first annual Art and Wine Festival, being held at the All Saints Episcopal Parish Hall on Saturday May 23. Doors open at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Local artist will be displaying their beautiful artwork. Lunch will be available.

We will be having a wine tasting and sales by the glass. Music by Harmony Grit.

Come out and enjoy a day of fun.

Downtown Tunes Leonardtown Square – 6 p.m.

The Downtown Tunes music series is proud to present the Leonardtown Square debut of The Latrice Carr Band on Saturday, May 23 starting at 6 p.m. With a background in gospel, performances at international venues, and a repertoire that spans from Etta James to Maroon 5, Latrice Carr promises to start the 2015 season off with passion, style and soulful R&B. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on, grab some take out from - or reserve an outdoor table at - one of the local restaurants, and enjoy dinner with the music. The Downtown Tunes series is sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association and Guy Distributing. Please call 301475-9791 for more information.

Sunday, May 24 A Gallery Talk with Cosmos artist Regina Benson Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby) – 1 to 2 p.m.

“Nature’s Metaphorical Marks.”

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Nature, Colorado artist Regina V. Benson has re-designed ancient mark-making techniques to work gently with the earth and canvas.

Regina will illustrate the many ways she works directly on the landscape, dyeing and painting her own cloth and how she creates permanent designs; embossing with leaves, twigs and grasses and incorporating rusted metals and rocks to define marks. Regina will address some of the rewards and challenges in working on Nature’s surfaces in various climate situations, like wind, snow and rain. Each attendee will be given a small sample of Regina’s signature fabric. A touch-table will be available for attendees to handle actual works in progress and be given the opportunity to ask specific technique and inspiration questions. To learn more about Regina’s work, visit www.reginabenson.com.

Monday, May 25 Citizen Scientist Symposium Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Presented by the CMM Fossil Club and the FOSSIL project. Join us for public lectures on Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. by Rob Weems; 11 a.m. by Dave Bohaska. Visit www.bit.ly//CMMFossilClub for complete details.

Tuesday, May 26

mons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Presented by the CMM Fossil Club and the FOSSIL project. Join us for public lectures. Stephen Godfrey and John Nance will present on Tuesday, May 26 at 10 a.m. and Bruce McFadden will speak at 11 a.m. Visit www.bit.ly//CMMFossilClub for complete details.

Open Mic Lexington Park Library, Meeting Room A (21677 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park) – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The St. Mary’s County Chapter of the Maryland Writers’ Association is sponsoring an open mic on Tuesday, May 26. Join fellow writers to read aloud up to five minutes of original work. For more information, contact Wendy Kibler at 301-8623035, visit www.marylandwriters. org, or www.stmaryscountymwa. wordpress.com, or look for us on Facebook.

Wednesday, May 27 Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center Lexington Park Library (21677 F.D.R. Blvd, Lexington Park) – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help, search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. 240-925-4806 Web address: www.stmalib.org

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Mother County Republican Meeting Golden Corral (22606 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park) – 7 p.m.

The Mother County Republicans meet at 7p.m. on Thursday, May 28 at the Golden Corral in Lexington Park. Charles S. “Sam” Faddis will speak on “American Counter Terrorism and the ISIS Threat.” Sam is a retired CIA operations officer and candidate for Congress in Maryland’s Fifth Congressional District.

Please join us for dinner at 6:15 p.m.

Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 10 to 11 a.m.

Big Boats, Little Boats, Boats of All Sizes - Learn how boats work by doing hands-on experiments and hearing stories. For children ages 3 to 5 years. Members are free; $5 for non-members.

Saturday, May 30 Kontra Crab Feast: Candidate for Sheriff 2018 Abner’s Crabhouse (3748 Harbor Rd, Chesapeake Beach) – 2 and 6 p.m. $40 each. Call Craig at (443) 684-6173.

Pirate Pizza Cruise Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dress like a pirate and eat pizza on board the Tennison. Arggggggh.

Be careful not to walk the plank!

Preregistration required. $15 per person. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41 to register.

Dee of St. Mary’s Public Cruise Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 2 to 4 p.m.

Sail aboard the skipjack Dee of St. Mary’s leaving from the museum dock. Fee is $25 for ages 13 and up, $15 for children 8 – 12. No children under 8 please. Preregistration required, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to register.

Sunday, May 31 So. MD Vacations 4 Vets Poker Ride Hollywood Fire Department (24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) – Registration starts at 10 a.m., Group leaves at 11 a.m.

This event is open to all motorcycles and vehicles Registration starts at 10 a.m. at the Hollywood FVD and the group leaves at 11 a.m. with a police escort thru Lexington Park The cost is $25 per person and includes your event T-Shirt and a post-ride party and chicken dinner at the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge Please pre-register by emailing the names of all participants to info@vac4vets.org All those who pre-register will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Visa gift card For more information please contact Susan Kilroy at 301-399-0013

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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

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

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

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

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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Chili In The Garden

More Chili, Hot Bikes & Classic Cars at Annmarie Gardens!

About Annmarie Garden An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, Annmarie Garden is located in scenic Solomons, Md., on the Chesapeake Bay. The sculpture garden features a walking path that meanders through the forest past permanent and loaned sculpture, including more than 35 works of art on loan from the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art. Annmarie Garden also presents a variety of award-winning special events, gallery shows, and engaging public art programs.

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Annmarie Garden’s Studio School offers creative classes for all ages and abilities taught by a talented faculty.

Annmarie Garden is conveniently located just off Route 2-4, on Dowell Road in Solomons, Maryland; open 9am5pm daily; the Murray Arts Building and Gift Shop are open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily.

To learn more, visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Team Trivia Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 to 9 p.m.

Ladies Night, Trivia and Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 7 p.m.

Jazz Jam Eaglewolf Sports Lounge (105 Crain Hwy, Upper Marlboro) – 7 to 10 p.m.

Swamp Candy

Higher Standards Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

All Day Sunday Sport Specials Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 11 a.m.

25th HR Band Tall Timbers Marina (18521 Herring Creek Rd, Tall Timbers) – 4 to 8 p.m.

Monday, May 25

Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

The Piranhas Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood) – 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Wolf’s Blues Night!

Cryer’s Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne Neck Rd, Compton) – 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Pizza & Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

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

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Friday, May 22

25th HR Band LaPlata Town Hall (305 Queen Anne St, La Plata) – 7 to 9 p.m.

The Johanssens Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 8 to 11 p.m.

DJ/Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 to 10 p.m.

Prince Fredrick Volunteer Rescue Squad (755 Solomons Island Road, South Prince Frederick) — 7 to 11 p.m.

DJ/Karaoke w/bar specials Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 8:30 p.m.

Karaoke

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Taco Tuesday Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

ACYE Steamed Shrimp Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 5 to 9 p.m.

Latrice Carr

Country Dance & “Country Memories” Band

It’s Free!

Sunday, May 24

Directions to Annmarie Sculpture Garden & arts Center From Washington DC (about a 60 minute drive): take Route 4 South to Capital Beltway Exit 11 (to Prince Frederick).

Continue on 4 South, following signs to Solomons. Left on Dowell Road at Hilton Garden Inn. Annmarie is less than 1/4 mile on left. From Baltimore (Beltway I-695): take I-97 (Annapolis) to Route 301 South (Bowie). Continue on 301 to Route 4 and follow signs to Solomons. Left on Dowell Road at Hilton Garden Inn. Annmarie is less than 1/4 mile on left. From Annapolis: follow Route 2 South towards Prince Frederick/Solomons. Left (South) onto Route 2/4 at Sunderland light. Left on Dowell Road at Hilton Garden Inn. Annmarie is less than 1/4 mile on left.

Thursday, May 21

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Md., is holding its second annual Chili Cook Off on June 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Admission for Annmarie Members is FREE; Non-Members for $3; and children 5 years old and younger are FREE. Everyone can come and enjoy chili tasting, live music, classic cars, hot bikes, wine and beer, family activities & more! Chili Tasting Kit cost $5 per kit and parking is FREE; sorry, no pets will be allowed into this event. Awards will be presented to the best chili and the best cars and bikes!

This annual event is presented in conjunction with the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI), and set amidst the backdrop of beautiful Annmarie Garden! If the men in your life love great chili, live music, classic cars and hot bikes, then you might want to surprise them with a visit to Chili in the Garden NEW THIS YEAR: Visitors can taste chili from all the cooks. Two popular bluegrass bands will be performing, so come listen to Port Tobacco Pickers and Recycled Bluegrass. Also motorcycles have been added to the car show, so come check out the hot bikes.

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Applebee’s (45480 Miramar, California) – 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Wednesday, May 27 A Weekly Wine Down Wed./ $1 Beers Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 9 a.m.

Kill the Keg Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 10 p.m.

Dylan Gavin Port Tobacco Marina (7610 Shirley Blvd, Port Tobacco) – 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 to 11 p.m.

Karaoke Applebee’s (2141 General’s Highway, Annapolis) – 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Thursday, May 28 Team Trivia Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 to 9 p.m.

The County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net.

Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

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Great home for a 1st time buyer or retirement home in Chesapeake Beach. Qualifies for USDA, 100% financing.The rooms in the home are all good sized, big kitchen, orig hardwood flooring and newer bathroom. All on one level.

Awesome rear deck with steps that lead to the big back yard, play house and storage shed/ workshop. Awesome potential to build up or out. Price: $214,000. Call 301-832-1165.

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The Ethan Allen couch is 84" x 42" raisin color and the chair is a wingback with shades of green.

We want $300 for the couch OBO and $100 for the chair OBO. We don’t have pets and they are not sun faded.

We also have an oval Broyhill solid oak end table asking $50 OBO, the entertainment piece is also solid oak, it has four doors facing front with the end doors opening to space for DVDs and middle doors open to space for DVD player and other devices to connect to TV. We are asking $300 OBO for this piece.

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From my Backyard to our Bay A St. Mary’s County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water

From My Backyard to Our Bay was first developed by the Baltimore County Soil Conservation District. From there, the booklet was given to each of the Soil Conservations Districts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area for customization. If the 77 million residents who live in the watershed area of the Chesapeake Bay read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health. Obtain a FREE copy of the booklet by going to the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association, smrwa.org and downloading it. The booklet is available from your local library; Chicken Scratch in Park Hall; The Greenery in Hollywood; Good Earth Natural Food and the St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District in Leonardtown.

Join your local watershed association and make a difference for Our Bay!

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The Chesapeake Bay is threatened What’s threatening the Bay?

Nitrogen. Phosphorus. Sediment.

These are the major factors responsible for the decline of water quality in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.

that falls on St. Mary’s County will make its way to the Bay or one of its tributaries. Along the way it will pick up and carry with it the things that we put on the ground.

Nitrogen and phosphorus are nutrients.

They serve as essential food for living things, but too much can be lethal to the Bay. Too many nutrients spawn the growth of algae that can be toxic to marine life, pets, and humans. When those algae die, they remove life-giving oxygen from the water and create “dead zones” where fish, oysters, clams, and crabs can’t live because they can’t breathe.

Sediment is soil that washes into the Bay when it rains. It clouds the water and prevents underwater grasses from growing. These grasses produce oxygen and provide a place for young fish and crabs to develop and thrive.

So who’s responsible?

Every one of us. Every drop of water

From http://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2006/3046/

What can I do?

From My Backyard to Our Bay offers tips for living in harmony with the Bay. It explains how you can contribute to the health of your local watershed,

This is the first in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (maryann.scott58@yahoo.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the little booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next week’s County Times!

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maintain an environmentally-friendly lawn, and manage stormwater runoff, wells, and septic systems – all in ways that will reduce the flow of nutrients and Bay-Wise landscapes sediment into the Bay. minimize negative impacts on our waterways by using Restoring the Chesapeake Bay smarter lawn management techniques and gardening The Chesapeake Bay is a national practices. The University treasure that desperately needs our of Maryland Extension help. Experts agree that there is only Master Gardener Bay-Wise one way to restore the Chesapeake Bay, and that’s “one river at a time.” But program in St. Mary’s County offers hands-on the problems don’t start in the rivers; help with managing your they start on the land surrounding the landscape by providing rivers – their watersheds. You live in a information, a site visit, and watershed. We all do. The way we treat landscape certifications. the land in our watersheds affects the Our yardstick checklist is health of our streams, our rivers, and easy to understand and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay. follow, and our team of trained Master Gardeners What is a Watershed? can help guide you A watershed is all the land area through it while offering that drains to a given body of water. suggestions to improve Topography (the elevation and the both the appearance contour of the land) determines where and sustainability of your landscape. and how fast stormwater runoff will flow and eventually drain to a surface Call Now & water body such as a stream, creek, Schedule a Visit! or river. Every resident of St. Mary’s 301-475-4120 County lives in a watershed that drains extension.umd.edu/baywise to the Chesapeake Bay or one of its Start a Movement in Your tributaries.

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St. Mary’s Department of Aging

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Programs and Activities Law Enforcement Appreciation Day The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services, TRIAD/ S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) council, and the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County is sponsoring the Fifteenth Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Ceremony, Tuesday, May 12, 11:30 a.m., at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20619. This event takes place during National Police Memorial Week and will pay tribute to law officers who have perished in the line of duty as well as honor the “Officer of the Year” selected from each county agency, based on their outstanding service to the community. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and complimentary luncheon.

This is a chance for you to support your local law enforcement. For more information call Jennifer Stone at 301-475-4200, ext. 1073.

Breakfast Café Nothing says good morning quite like a hardy breakfast! On Wednesday, May 15, at 9 a.m., the breakfast café will be serving pancakes, bacon, and 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.

Diabetes and Healthy Eating MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Health Connections will present “Diabetes and Healthy Eating” at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, May 12 at 11 a.m. The discussion will cover the relationship between glucose and food, meal

planning, and other strategies including planning for healthy eating and engaging support using your health care team. To sign up, please call 301-475-4002, opt. 1/ ext. 3101.

Skin Cancer Screening The staff from MD Dermatology of MD will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center to offer a free skin cancer screening on Friday, May 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you have noticed a change in your skin that concerns you, call us at 301-7375670, ext. 1658 for an appointment.

AARP Smart Driver Course A lot has changed since AARP Driver Safety first began as “55 Alive.” The roads have changed, cars and the technology inside them have changed, even the people behind the wheel have changed. As drivers, if we don’t keep up with those changes we put others and ourselves at risk. As a result of evidence-based research findings, the course has been adjusted to include a focus on areas where older drivers could benefit from additional training, including: roundabouts, pavement markings, stop-sign compliance, red-light running, and safety issues such as speeding, seatbelt and turn-signal use. The course will be held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, May 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonmembers, payable to AARP. Members must show their membership card to get the member rate.

Advance sign up is required. Lunch is available at the Center; cost for lunch is a donation for ages 60 and above and $6 for those under the age of 60. Call 301-4754200, ext. 1050 to register for the class and for the lunch menu and to make lunch

reservations.

AARP Safe Driving Course By taking a driver safety course you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll also learn how you can manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. AARP will be offering just such a class at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, May 20 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

The cost is $20 for non-AARP members and $15 for AARP members payable to the instructor on the day of class. There will be an hour break for lunch. If you wish to order a lunch from the center the cost is $6 if you are under 60 and by donation for those 60+ years of age. Lunch may be ordered when you sign up for the class.

Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, pre-registration is required.

Perennial Gardening Session Last autumn Patricia Armstrong presented a workshop on how to plant a perennial garden which included planting bulbs and mums. Now it is spring. What has happened in the garden since then and what can we look forward to in the days to come? A power point presentation will be followed by time in the garden. This free presentation will take place on Thursday, May 14 at the Loffler Senior Activity Center 10 a.m. Get more information or sign up by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 by May 12.

Potting Shed Activity at Loffler Head over to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, May 15, at 10 a.m.

with your favorite flower pot or hanging basket and some six-packs of annuals or perennials. Mix and match with others to create your own live bouquet. We’ll supply the dirt. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk before May 12 to sign up.

Learn How to Learn Online Is online learning right for you? Find out for free! Shaunda Holt, Coordinator for the Personal Enrichment Department with CSM, at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, May 19 at 10:30 a.m. She will give an interactive presentation on how to navigate the CSM website, sign up for a class, and even take a free lesson from a real, online class to see if this learning method is comfortable for you. Space is limited, so prior sign up is required. To sign up, please call 301-4754002, opt. 1/ext. 3101.

Creative Art through Patience and Trust Participants will be teamed up with a partner to create beautiful art through patience and trust. If you have ever painted, you probably relied mostly on your own sense of vision, skill and talent to guide you through your artwork. During this workshop held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Thursdays, May 21 at 10 a.m., participants will be blindfolded and rely on their partner’s verbal instruction to create one-of-a-kind artwork. Partners will switch roles so each person with have the opportunity to paint and instruct. The goal is to have fun, let go of stress and tension, and practice patience and trust. Sign up in advance by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.

Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 • Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 • Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 13101

Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.

David Hammett Boult

By Linda Reno Contributing Writer David Hammett Boult, son of William Boult (1775-1845) and Elizabeth Hammett (1778-1830) was born in St. Mary’s County on August 29, 1813. This family moved to Washington County, Maryland by 1818. David graduated from dental school and shortly thereafter headed to Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana where in 1838 David supposedly had himself listed as a Negro in order for him to “legally” marry Florestine Cordes. So far, I’ve found no record of the marriage.

While mixed race marriages were illegal in Louisiana, there was a “placage system that allowed white men to establish families with women of African, Native American and mixed race descent. Plaçage became associated with New Orleans as part of its cosmopolitan society.” Married or not, Florestine and the 13 children born to the couple carried the surname Boult. In 1848 she and the children then born were emancipat-

ed by David as his slaves.

By 1860 David’s worth was $310,000. He also held a number of public offices in the community, including postmaster at St. Maurice, Ward sheriff, and Parish coroner.

David and two of his sons enlisted in the CSA during the Civil War. The Boults lost about everything during this war.

David was then appointed tax collector and through resentment or real misdeeds, his reputation was soon destroyed. He left the area in 1875 and never returned. The People’s Vindicator printed the following epitaph to him: “Gone But Not Forgotten” “Prince Boullt, the prime mover and instigator in all the corruption, abuse and villainy, under which the white peo-

ple of Natchitoches Parish have, for the past four years been groaning, departed…Monday last..

“He leaves us execrated by everything virtuous in our community, and his name…will be remembered among coming generations as that of a monster, and synonymous with thievery and murder.

“Coming to this parish years ago, he…made many friends and was received in certain social circles until his alliance with a quadroon woman, by who he has a large family, when he took that social level to which such conduct would entitle him.

“During the war, he was a staunch

confederate, and after…he associated himself in the capacity of advocate and member of the West gang of cut-throats and robbers, did his true character show itself. He is responsible for the murder of Lt. Butts of the U. S. Army in 1866, and received his share of the ‘swag’ from the cold-blooded murder and robbery of men, women, and children, by J. R. West and his crew...

“But his cowardly soul was filled with its measure of delight when he secured the position of tax collector and leader of the Radical Party, where he might rob and murder and not be amenable...he amassed a fortune of over $200,000 in five years, with an office which honestly conducted would yield about $5,000 per annum.

“We have done with him thank God ‘depart in peace ye cursed,’ we will never forget your villainy, your outrages upon us. May you lived execrated and died damned.”

David died in New Orleans on January 9, 1879.

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By Shelby Opperman Contributing Writer I just want to say thank you to all the readers who said hello at the Strawberry Festival – it was so nice to meet you and get to talk to you in person, even though I was wilted…but my tiara stayed on!. The day was nice despite the heat and humidity and everyone seemed to be happy and stuffed with all of Louise and David’s great barbecue from their business, Mike’s Barbecue. Everyone was also stuffed from all the great strawberry themed desserts.

(I must admit when I went into the hall yesterday I found a partial bowl of the whipped cream in the fridge and took a little bit out on a plate, well maybe it was more like bowl size.) No one was in there to see me. Don’t tell my husband either, he will wonder why I didn’t bring it home.

This was probably one of our busiest times out of the 21 year history. I don’t have the net proceeds yet, but I hope the three charities will gain a little more than normal this year. I’d also like to thank Sean at McKay’s Grocery store and McKay’s for gathering all our dairy needs so quickly and perfectly each year. As for the strawberry part of the festival, I again want to say how kind all the local berry farms were to us. Betty Russell of Russell Farms kindly helped us get what we needed (which changed by the moment), and also a shout out to the local Amish who Mike Oliver worked with first to get our other strawberries. Everyone seemed content – so it’s all good.

Monday was a non-moving day for me, and I had permission from one of the ladies from church and my husband to stay home in bed all day and eat Bon Bons. If I had them I would have. I did bring home one container of chocolate covered strawberries and they made a wonderful, nutritious breakfast with a cup of hot tea. I didn’t stay in bed all day though I was propped up on the couch quite a bit.

Now it’s time for returning berry baskets, dairy crates, and picking up signs. I have been trying to get everything where it is supposed to go. Monday evening I had been talking about how I would like to try the Lactaid ice cream that’s out. I have been super thrilled with the Lactaid milk. I wish I had thought to try this years ago. Heck, I was thrilled when I found out about 2% milk. My Mother had convinced me it would taste like water. A few years before she died I finally bought some, loved it and bought her some to

try. She loved it too. Well anyway, all you have to do is mention ice cream in this house and the idea begins to percolate in my husband’s head. At 8 p.m., he said, “Wanna go get some ice cream at Bert’s?” Who am I to dampen someone’s dream of creamy ice cream.

While we were out we talked about the big wooden festival signs and decided to pick two of them up at Keeper’s Antiques in New Market and at Race N In in Budds Creek (Thanks to both of you by the way). My husband thought they would probably fit in the back of my Hyundai Santa Fe. Oh that’s right you all know what it looks like because of the little “incident” at Dyson’s Lumber. The signs did fit, but we were not going to take them to the barn behind the parish hall at 9:30 in the evening.

I figured I could slide them out by the barn the next day.

Tuesday afternoon was very hot and humid. I began to notice that I was getting bitten on my arms. I thought mosquitoes must have slipped into my car. Unfortunately this is while I was driving that I was getting bitten. I kept brushing them off until I noticed it was a couple of ants. I hate ants. When I stopped to pick up the festival banner and put that in the lift, I was horrified when I saw hundreds of little black ants scurrying around all over the back of the car. I opened up the back doors and saw them scurrying all over the seats. What is worse is that there were also these little spiders I had been noticing since I carted 120 quarts of the strawberries in my car. In a panic, I pulled off and called my exhusband Mike who owns Albertsen’s Pest Control Service and asked what I could do. He called my husband and told him a course of action. So now, I have cleaned the car out, vacuumed it, and it has been bombed. This morning it is airing out and will be vacuumed again. You know, I think my husband knew about the ants, and figured it was the only way to get me to clean out the car…hmmm, wait til he looks in his truck : ) 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

Did You Know?

Dining outdoors when the weather is warm can make for a pleasant change of pace. While certain aspects of eating outside can be enticing, Mother Nature can sometimes complicate the experience. Wind is one challenge to dining outside, as diners may find themselves chasing paper napkins or airborne plastic cups on windy afternoons or evenings. To safeguard against the wind, rely on reusable, heavy plastic items that are less likely to blow away in the wind. Also, keep tablecloths in place

with a few supplies. Use a grommetmaking tool to punch holes into the tablecloth and attach plastic or metal grommets. Place the tablecloth on the table and slip a thin bungee cord fastener to a grommet on the underside of the table. Stretch the cord across to a grommet on the other side of the tablecloth and secure. Two or three sets of grommets and bungee cords may be all you need to keep the tablecloth in place and enjoy an interruption-free meal outside.

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