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“I see the workforce beginning to decrease.

We’re going to have to shift our focus.”

- Commissioner Todd Morgan on the flattening workforce numbers at Patuxent River Naval Air Station.

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Certain Cancer Rates High in St. Mary’s

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The latest data from the state’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene show that incidence and mortality rates for different kinds of cancer vary widely in St. Mary’s County, but two particular types of the disease, prostate and lung cancer, show rates that are much higher than the national average. More troubling is that the mortality rate for one of those cancers far exceeds the rate of incidence.

The data showed the rates of cancer among patients in all Maryland jurisdictions from 2007 to 2011, with the actual report being released at the beginning of the year.

According to the state’s data the rate of prostate cancer incidence, which only affects men, was actually between 10 percent to 25 percent below that of the entire country, but the mortality rate for prostate cancer was greater than 25 percent above the national average.

On the maps included in the report, the jurisdictions noted to have the highest level of cancer mortality rates are colored black; St. Mary’s shares the same rating with Calvert, Prince George’s, Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties as well as Baltimore City.

The report also noted that prostate and lung cancer account for the highest number of male cancer-related deaths; while the incidence or mortality rates for both cancers were high, according to the report, both showed declines in incidents and deaths from 2007 to 2011.

Prostate cancer continues to plague men long before it is diagnosed, said Champ Thomaskutty, head of the Office of Data and Community Engagement at the St. Mary’s County Health Department.

“The National Cancer Institute estimates that 99 percent of men with prostate cancer live at least five years after their diagnosis. Most forms of prostate cancer are slow to progress, and may take years to cause death,” Thomaskutty said in an e-mail response to The County Times. “However, if the cancer is diagnosed after it has spread to other parts of the body, only 33 percent will survive five years. Current data indicate that only 18 case of cases in St. Mary’s County are diagnosed at this stage.”

Lung cancer was the leading cause of cancer deaths among women, also, the report showed.

The raw data show that over a fiveyear period there were 298 cases of prostate cancer in St. Mary’s compared to 276 in Calvert.

Of those cases 46 died of the disease in St. Mary’s, while in Calvert 37 died.

Lung cancer incidents, which the report stated were most often caused by tobacco use, were numerically higher, with 318 cases over the five-year reporting period in St. Mary’s. There were just 245 in Calvert.

Lung cancer cases were nearly always fatal, according to the data, with 241 deaths in St. Mary’s and 215 fatalities in Calvert, the report showed. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Field Owner Offers Reward In Property Destruction Case

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

The owner of numerous properties to include a sports field at the end of Clarke’s Landing Road is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for damage done to the field last week.

“I had to close it down,” Freddie Clarke told The County Times, adding that the field was often used gratis by local rugby teams to play. “It was just a broken ankle waiting to happen.”

Sometime following a severe storm

last week a motorist drove out onto the grass field near the boat ramp at the end of Clark’s Landing Road and drove numerous circles there, kicking up grass and leaving tire tracks.

Clarke said he made contact with a sheriff’s deputy who was already out in the area investigating numerous incidents of mail box destruction all along Clarke’s Landing Road that occurred around the same time.

Anyone with information regarding the property damage can call Clarke at 240-298-2614. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Pax River Workforce Growth Slowing

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer After decades of steady and sometimes exponential growth in the number of employees working at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, base officials now say that growth is slowing to a point where the workforce will be more or less stable for the foreseeable future.

“We’re pretty much hiring now just to replace attrition,” said David Gleisner, chief of staff at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, one of the tenant commands at the base.

Gleisner made his presentation to the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Tuesday morning at a joint meeting between base officials and command staff at the Frank Knox Employee Development Center.

The base still remains the county’s largest employer, providing jobs for about 22,000 employees, about 71 percent of whom live in St. Mary’s County, according to Gleisner’s presentation.

The data also showed that the workforce at the base has doubled since 1995 when several base realignment and closure actions (BRAC) consolidated many programs here, leading to concurrent investment in roads and other public in-

frastructure to accommodate the rapid growth.

Commissioner Todd Morgan said that the trend of flattening workforce numbers at Pax River would likely go the other way in the next three to five years.

He said that with declining defense budgets, a refocus on ships and unmanned air systems to deal with emerging threats from China in the Pacific Ocean and the decision to design no new aircraft for the forseeable future, the research, development and testing dollars that have kept the base going meant the workforce would probably dwindle.

“I see the workforce beginning to decrease,” Morgan told The County Times.

“We’re going to have to shift our focus.”

That could mean ensuring that Pax River is able to become what is known as a lead systems integrator and be able to install new and upgraded systems into current aircraft rather than focus on testing new ones.

This would have the affect of making the operations on the base, which account for rougly 80 percent of the county’s economy, sustainable into the future.

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By Crista Dockray Contributing Writer Seniors in St. Mary’s County are requesting additional transportation options to allow them to move freely in the area.

Additional options would allow them to go to social, medical, and food related outings within the community in a convenient and timely manner.

The changes seniors are requesting would include adding a closer bus stop to the regular loop or adding a more direct route, either daily or once a week, said Lisa Ruetschle the manager at Victory Woods. This would avoid reliance on taxis, family, and other services.

According to the Maryland Transit Administration website, available now are services such as ADA, Senior Rides and SSTAP, an on-call, curb to curb, general purpose service.

ADA requires seniors to be certified for complimentary paratransit services along fixed routes. Senior Rides is a volunteer service organization that transports seniors to and from a chosen location, however it is a supplement and not a replacement for public transportation. Both Senior Rides and SSTAP require advance notice and there is an associated fee.

Seniors have made known their concerns to the Department of Aging and Human Services’ Commission on Aging. They have written “More Realistic Transportation Options” in their annual concerns to the county commissioners yet have been met with little to no results. According to the Transportation Report submitted by the Commission on Aging, however, they were “happy to learn more about the AccessHealth, as part of the Health Enterprise Zone (HEZ) and it is a superb answer to

the seniors who live in the Park Hall and Great Mills Road areas…This new service; however, is not accessible to any of the senior housing options such as Cedar Lane, Victory Woods, Newtown Village, Autumn Assisted Living or Pegg Road Apartments.”

According to Department of Public Works Transportation Manager Jacqueline Fournier, all express routes and extra routes would require extra funding.

“Each year we are getting grant funding from the federal funds and the state funds under the Maryland Transit Administration,” said Fournier, “and that has been flatlined for at least five years, so there is no extra funding.” Each fall, the STS busing funds follow the pattern of denial from the state.

“We apply for routes all the time through the grant process… unless the state gets more money, our hands are tied, unfortunately.”

According to Fournier, until the issue is addressed, seniors can take advantage of the drivers who willing to help make sure all transfers are smooth and the STS busing experience is a positive one. Drivers have the responsibility of talking to one another and making sure no one is left behind. The STS offers seniors discounts, as well and $3 day passes are available. For the future, Fournier and Mary Ann Blankenship, the STS Transportation Supervisor, have plans to meet and discuss the possibility of making small changes in the routes that will provide a better experience for the county’s seniors. One of these changes would include making the routes run every hour. contributing@countytimes.net

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For the first time in three years, the Arc of Southern Maryland recently purchased a new group home to serve Arc clients.

Group homes serve individuals who are not able to live completely alone, but don’t require the full time care of a nursing home. Group homes are an inbetween solution, offering both independent living and the support needed to ensure everyone remains safe, said

Arc of Southern Maryland Executive Director Terry Z. Long.

The house, located in the Chesapeake Ranch Estates, is a one-story rambler that can accommodate five residents, according to Arc of Southern Maryland Development and Public Relations Manager Nkeshi Free. The Arc began looking for a new group home when two of the individuals living in a townhouse in Prince Frederick were having trouble getting around. The new group home gives them more freedom, she said.

The new group home can accommodate five residents, Free said. The townhouse is already filled with younger residents for whom stairs aren’t a challenge.

Group home residents are encouraged to have visitors and personalize their space, and are assigned household tasks.

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Governor Hogan Appoints Sean Powell as Director of Taxation and Assessments

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Governor Hogan today appointed Sean Powell as the director of State Department of Assessments and Taxation Director (SDAT). Powell has served as the supervisor of assessments for St. Mary’s County since November 2003.

The State Department of Taxation and Assessments administers and enforces the property assessment and property tax laws of Maryland allowing for improved customer service and uniformity of property assessment throughout the state.

“I am confident Sean Powell will further advance SDAT’s mission of promoting fairness in taxation for Maryland property owners,” said Governor Hogan. “Under my administration, SDAT will continue to explore programs that offer property tax relief and business services for Maryland’s citizens.”

As part of his previous duties, Powell was responsible for administrating real property assessments and interacting with taxpayers, as well as state

and county governmental agencies in relation to the assessment process. Powell also served as a branch officer for County First Bank, Marketing Manager and ATM Coordinator for Community Bank of Tri County in Waldorf and Merchant Services/Dealer Lending for First National Bank of St. Mary’s in Leonardtown.

“I am humbled and excited that Governor Hogan has expressed his confidence in my abilities with this appointment,” said Sean Powell. “Our SDAT team will continue to explore opportunities to improve upon all aspects of the department to better serve the citizens of Maryland.”

Powell completed a three-year bank management school at the Maryland Bankers Association Bankers School in Annapolis. Currently, Powell is also the director of football operations and assistant head coach at Great Mills High School. He resides in Hollywood, Md.

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Letters to the Editor

In Defense of Marilyn Crosby It was recently reported that there is a hearing scheduled in July to consider the charges against school board member Marilyn Crosby. The allegations started last year when three members of the former school board voted to ask the state to take disciplinary action against Mrs. Crosby with the intent of having her removed from the board.

Mrs. Allen is the only current board member who voted for pursuing the allegations while Mrs. Washington, the other incumbent member, just stood by and abstained from voting on the resolution. An investigation was done by a Delaware attorney specifically hired by the board to do the investigation which concluded that there was no proof of wrongdoing but based on circumstances there were reasons to proceed with the charges. All the charges, save one, misconduct in office, were eventually dismissed. In a November 12, 2014, letter I was informed that, at that time, the cost for the investigation and related expenses was $19,170.00. The attorney from Delaware has returned home and is laughing all the way to the bank.

The events leading up to the allegations were riddled with irregularities but the primary basis for the investigation involved the selection

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of the interim superintendent for the school system. The outcome of Mrs. Crosby’s alleged misconduct was a misguided selection process for the interim superintendent’s position, in which only one candidate would have been considered, was derailed and a real selection process was put in place.

I think we all owe Mrs. Crosby a debt of gratitude and Mr. Smith, the member ultimately selected as the interim superintendent, should be particularly grateful to Mrs. Crosby.

This may all appear to be yesterday’s news but there is another aspect of where we are today that needs to be brought to light. Although this action was initiated by the former school board the current school board not only did nothing to distance themselves from this travesty of justice but actually contributed to pursuing the allegations. They saw fit, and in my opinion rightly so, to rid themselves of the law firm that represented them at the time the investigation started and hired a new lawyer to proceed. It is obvious they want Mrs. Crosby off the board and are attempting to use the disciplinary system to do so rather than personnel procedures. Good managers use discipline as a last resort to handle personnel issues but in this case the present board made this their first and only way to manage Mrs. Crosby. This is a perfect example of zero managerial skill. I personally would like to see Marilyn separate herself from the board since this proposed stain on her reputation has taken a toll on her health but to use discipline rather than persuasion or other managerial skills is patently

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wrong.

Anyone who knows Mrs. Crosby recognizes she is a unique individual.

Also, anyone who knows Mrs. Crosby recognizes her primary goal as a school board member is and always has been the welfare of the students and employees alike. Her long tenure is testimony to her accomplishments and her dedication. To treat an elected official with a long history of dedicated service in this manner is shameful and for the new board to spend more money than the cost of the original investigation on this fiasco is a telling tale about the management style of the new board.

I was recently provided the cost of pursuing the outcome of the investigation and was given a total cost amounting to $39,818.00. The simple math shows more money has been spent after the investigation was complete than the cost of the investigation itself and the responsibility for this rests squarely with the new board.

Financially, the County Commissioners smiled favorably of the school system this budget cycle. The cost of pursuing the allegations, and additional costs are anticipated, should raise some eyebrows as to how wisely the commissioners generosity is being used and those who have admired Mrs. Crosby for many years should be sure to take note that it is not only that “bad old board” who have their fingerprints on the knife.

Sincerely, David Ryan Hollywood, Md.

Is the Board of Education Ethical?

The Board of Education recently rubber-stamped a recommendation to dismiss an ethics complaint in regards to vendors paying for a certain person’s farewell party. A copy of Complaint Opinion 2015-02 is available for viewing on the SMCPS website. All the names have been redacted but I’m sure you can fill in the gaps, www. smcps.org/files/Ethics/Complaint%20Opinion%20201502.pdf. One interesting thing to note is the time duration that this opinion took, 3 meetings and almost 3 months, for an opinion that seemed rather simple.

Back in November, I really thought things would have changed for the better once the new Board assumed responsibility. But after their actions throughout the last six months, it is apparent that the names might have changed, but the “rules, procedures and policies don’t pertain to us” mentality still exists. It’s really disap-

pointing to see how quickly elected officials veer off the path and the line between right and wrong gets blurry.

I recently heard a rumor that is equally disappointing, a member of Board of Education sends their kid to a private school. I have no idea which board member does this, but maybe someone from the Board can confirm or deny it. And if it is true, then maybe they could answer a few questions because I’m confused. Are you telling me that a St. Mary’s public school is good enough to send my child, but not yours? Isn’t it your responsibility to help create the best schools in the state?

Isn’t it your responsibility to insure that my child receives the best education available? By sending your child to a private school, are you telling me that you failed in your responsibilities to the parents of St. Mary’s County? Are you telling every teacher in our great school system that they aren’t good enough? Is public education inferior to private education?

In closing, congratulations to Scott Smith for hiring a new law firm for the school system.

I’m sure the new lawyer will earn his money this year, and with the way things are going it will most likely be sooner than later.

Jack LeBaugh Lexington Park

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN The Leonardtown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing on August 10, 2015 at 4:15 p.m. in the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD. The purpose of the hearing is to present Annexation Resolution No. 5-15, Proposed Annexation of 241.42 acres +/- of land along Hollywood Road in Leonardtown, MD, for public review and comment.

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Detectives Seeking Shooting Suspect

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Detectives with the county sheriff’s office are searching for a suspect in the shooting that occurred in Callaway near midnight June 26.

According to sources familiar with the case, the shooting occurred when a resident in the Hunting Quarter neighborhood was accosted by a masked man who opened fire on him in his own driveway.

According to sources, the suspect fired three shots and hit the male victim

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Men Arrested with Several Charges

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Investigators with the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office have charged a Lexington Park man already in jail on arson charges with setting fire among a group of apartments earlier this month.

Tracy Otis Braswell, 20, faces numerous counts for allegedly setting multiple blazes on Foxchase Drive in a single apartment that caused about $5,000 in damages.

According to charging documents Braswell forced entry to the apartment rented out by Roosevelt Morgan and Kelly Jordan in June and set fire to a couch and the bed in the master bedroom.

Investigators also noted that the fire alarm had been removed and several photograph frames had been broken; mirrors had also been shattered as well as glass-topped furniture and a television set had been knocked over, charging documents stated.

When fire marshals interviewed Morgan he told them that he had seen Braswell in the parking lot earlier that day and that he had told Braswell to stop associating with his son. Morgan also told investigators that Braswell had a pair of shoes Morgan believed to be stolen and that he told the

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alleged theft victim Braswell had the shoes.

“Morgan feels a combination of these two incidents provoked Tracy Braswell to break into his residence, steal personal belongings and set fire to the residence,” charging documents read.

The witness provided a list of stolen items, charging documents stated, and a subsequent raid on Braswell’s home on Lexington Drive turned up a majority of the items.

For the apartment fire Braswell was charged with first-degree arson, seconddegree malicious burning, malicious destruction of property, home invasion, numerous burglary charges and reckless endangerment.

Braswell was already incarcerated on charges that he stole and set fire to the interior of a car back on Feb. 11. The truck was reported stolen from ACSI Concrete Company and the loss was logged at $20,000.

In that case Braswell faces charges of second-degree arson, second-degree malicious burning, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, malicious destruction of property and theft. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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twice, once in the neck and once in the abdomen.

Sgt. Richard McCoy, of the sheriff’s office Criminal Investigations Division, said the investigation is ongoing and investigators are waiting to release further details of the incident.

The victim in the case was still receiving medical treatment as a result of the shooting.

“He’s stable at this time,” McCoy said.

“He’s still under medical care.”

charged with burglary, theft and malicious property destruction. Both suspects were transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were held on $7,500 bond.

The investigation is ongoing and additional charges for similar residential burglaries are anticipated.

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and then used his vehicle to strike two people while narrowly missing a third.

The responding deputy Cpl. Emory Johnson wrote in court papers that when he arrived on the scene he saw Price driving a dark blue Ford Crown Victoria with a smashed windshield and scrapes down the right side of the vehicle and front bumper.

One of the victims said that as Price left the residence, he took a brick and threw it at the victim’s mother’s car and ran into the rear bumper of the same vehicle with his own car.

Another victim said she saw Price use his car to run over an electrical transformer owned by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) and then her chain link fence.

A Circuit Court judge handed down a sentence of five years in state prison for a Leonardtown man who just over a year ago used a car to strike two people and run over a local electrical utility box.

Reginald Price, 49, received no clemency in his sentencing but got the full five years in the Department of Corrections as part of a plea deal that allowed him to avoid prosecution on two counts of first-degree assault.

Instead, Price took a guilty plea to reckless endangerment and three counts of malicious destruction of property.

According to charging documents filed against Price for the June 2014 incident, he was forced out of a residence on Birch Manor Drive in Mechanicsville following an argument

On June 23, Nicholas Irwin Sisler, 32, of Lexington Park and Wendell Ignatius Ford Jr., 25, of Lexington Park were identified

by Detectives as suspects in several recent daytime residential burglaries in the south end of St. Mary’s County. When the suspects were located, they were found in possession of property taken from some of the recently reported residential burglaries.

Nicholas Sisler and Wendell Ford Jr were arrested and

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Fireworks, Barbeques, and More How Will You Celebrate the Fourth?

Do you know what you’re doing during the holiday weekend? Check out what’s going on in the tri-county area, there’s plenty of events to pick from!

Fireworks Calvert County

Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Friday, July 3 at dusk (Rain Date: July 5) Chesapeake Beach Waterfront Join us along the waterfront to watch the annual patriotic fireworks display over the Chesapeake Bay. This event is free to the public. Arrive early for easy parking. Enjoy our own Chesapeake Beach Water Park (fee), our beaches (fee) and our local restaurants and cafes. Town of Chesapeake Beach Web site: www.chesapeake-beach.md.us.

Solomons Island Fireworks Saturday, July 4 at 9 p.m.

Rain Date July 5 The Solomons Business Associations proudly sponsors the annual Solomons Independence Day fireworks display to be held on Friday, July 4th at approximately 9:15 9:30 pm (after dusk). Fireworks will be shot from a barge in the Patuxent River and can be viewed from the Riverwalk. Celebrate our nation’s birth and show your colors all day long! The Fireworks will be preceded by activities throughout Solomons, sponsored by individuals and businesses.

Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Wm. B. Tennison Saturday, July 4 at 8 p.m. until...

Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road South, Solomons Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41. Calvert Marine Museum Web site: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com

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Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Saturday, July 4 24801 Three Notch Road, Hollywood On Route 235 just north of the Leonardtown-Hollywood Rd (Rt 245) intersection Come out and join us for our Annual Independence Day Celebration. This event is put on by the Members of the Hollywood VFD as a way of giving back and saying thank you to the Community that supports us year after year. The Fireworks display is one of the Largest in the area and we also provide a free concert before the Fireworks. Also we have the Carnival set up including games and food with $5 Armbands to ride all night. Please stop by and have a great time at this family friendly event. www.hvfd7.com.

St. Mary’s College River Concert Series Friday, July 3 Near the Townhouse Green Residences College Drive, St. Mary’s City Superman, Sousa, “Saturday Night Live” and Fireworks! www.chesapeakeorchestra. org/river-concert-series.html Charles County Celebrate Charles: A Fun Filled Fourth Regency Furniture Stadium 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf Saturday, July 4 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Watch the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs take on the Sugar Land Skeeters while you enjoy live music from Sam Grow and THE British Invasion Tribute. Local businesses, eating establishments, artisans, and crafters will be showcased in the Best of Charles County Marketplace, and kids of all ages will enjoy amusements in the Celebrate Charles Family Fun Zone. All-You-Can-Play Wristbands will be available for purchase for $5 each (cash only, exact change preferred). A spectacular fireworks display will take place at 9:30 p.m. www.charlescountymd.gov/ coadmin/tourism/celebrate-charles Archive Photos by Frank Marquart

Traffic Plans for Twin Beaches and Solomons Island for Fourth of July Celebrations Traffic Plan for Twin Beaches on Friday, July 3

The traffic plan is set up to eliminate all left hand turns on a portion of Route 261 going through the Twin Beaches, eliminating the need to stop traffic randomly and enabling traffic to flow with minimal stopping. The centerline of Route 261 will be blocked with delineation devices that will prohibit vehicles from making U-turns.

Traffic north of Route 260 along Route 261 on the east side of Route 261 must make right turns and exit left on 5th Street to Boyd’s Turn Road to Route 260. Traffic on the west side of Route 261 must make a right turn and exit on 27th Street to G Street to Route 260.

Traffic south of Route 260 along Route 261 on the east side of Route 261 must

make a right turn and must turn left onto Route 260. Traffic on the west side of Route 261 must turn right and continue along Route 261 to Summer City Blvd or continue south to Ponds Wood Road and proceed to Maryland Route 4.

In case of rain, the Twin Beaches will hold the celebration on July 5.

Traffic Plan for Solomons Fireworks on Saturday, July 4

All southbound traffic will be prohibited from gaining access to Solomons Island for approximately one hour after the fireworks display ends.

There will be a sign on the north end of Glascock Field indicating the exit on that end of the field will be for St. Mary’s County traffic only. The road in front of the Solomons Island Visitor Center will be

shut down completely from the St. Mary’s exit from Glascock Field to Rt. 2.

The exit from Glascock Field to Rt. 2 will allow traffic to flow northbound in the southbound lane. This traffic will exit onto Rt. 4 North at the exit across from Roy Rogers. There will be lane delineation devices separating the northbound and southbound lanes of Rt. 2 from Glascock Field to the exit onto Rt. 4.

All traffic leaving Solomons Island beyond Glascock Field will continue north along Rt. 2 to the access to Rt. 4 just north of Boomerang’s Restaurant. Motorists needing to travel south can proceed to the light at Patuxent Point Parkway to make the left onto southbound Rt. 4.

The access for southbound traffic to exit to go under the Thomas Johnson Bridge will be blocked with delineating devices.

The exit for northbound traffic to gain

access onto Rt. 2 at the base of the bridge will be blocked with delineating devices.

The median crossovers in front of Patuxent Plaza and the Navy Rec Center will be blocked off with delineating devices.

All traffic exiting Dowell Road will be denied access to Rt. 4 at Dowell Road.

Dowell Road traffic will be made to turn right onto Rt. 765 to Coster Road. Motorists needing to travel south will continue to the light at Rt. 760 to gain access to the southbound lanes of Rt. 4.

The Maryland State Highway Administration and the Calvert County Highway Maintenance Department will assist with traffic direction.

There will be deputies posted at all intersections with heavy traffic flow to ensure compliance with the traffic flow plan.

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Thursday, July 2, 2015 Town of Indian Head 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Saturday, July 4 The Village Green and Pavilion 100 Walter Thomas Road, Indian Head The Day kicks off with a Patriotic Opening Ceremony at 3:30 p.m. There will be amusements, live entertainment--with DJ, and food available for sale. No pets of any kind or alcoholic beverages permitted. Free admission.

For more information call 240-375-4061 Town of La Plata Independence Day Watermelon Bash Saturday, July 4 at 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Grounds of the La Plata Town Hall 305 Queen Anne Street, La Plata Join us for hot dogs, games, wet fun, and plenty of watermelon! Event is wheelchair accessible. Town of La Plata Web site: www. townoflaplata.org Community Events July 1 - Aug. 29 Early Women of Architecture in Maryland Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 410-586-8501 July 8 - Aug. 2 Charity Show: Mary Beth Harry Scholarship Fundraiser CalvART Gallery 410-535-9252 July 1-9 “Transcending Picasso” Art Exhibition and Sale 11 a.m.-5 p.m. carmen’s gallery 410-326-2549 Mondays in July Monday Memories House and Garden Tours 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum 410-586-8578 Thursdays in July Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab Tours 11 a.m.-noon and 1-2 p.m.

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum 410-586-8501 Thursday, July 2 Lecture: Cuba 7-9 p.m.

North Beach Town Hall 301-855-6681 Friday, July 3 Independence Day Celebration 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Chesapeake Beach Water Park 410-257-1404 Friday, July 3 Barenaked Ladies, Violent Femmes, and Colin Hay in Concert 6:30-10 p.m.

Calvert Marine Museum 410-326-2042 The Barenaked Ladies will be heading back out on the road this summer for their 2015 Last Summer on Earth Tour. Joined by special guests the Violent Femmes and Colin Hay of Men At Work, they will kick-off the Fourth of July weekend in Solomons with a live performance at the Calvert Marine Museum.

Tickets for the show are $49 for reserved seats and $59 for premium seats.

Saturday, July 4 Maker’s Market 9 a.m.-noon Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 410-326-4640

Saturday, July 4 Independence Day Fireworks 6:30-10 p.m.

Solomons Island Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23 and 30 Summer Fun Days Children’s Programs

10-11:30 a.m.

Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum 410-257-3892 Event listings courtesy of somd.com and Calvert County Department of Economic Development

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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.

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Patricia Ann Hilton Raley, 83, of Ridge, Md., died Saturday, June 20, at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, Md. Born September 13, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Harvey W. Hilton and Philomena Roach Hilton of Park Hall, Md. Having lost her mother in her first year, Patsy grew up in Scotland, Md. with her Aunt Mary and Uncle James Roach and her adopted sister, Virginia Roach Waggoner. She attended St. Michael’s elementary and high school.

At 18 she married Joseph Francis Raley of Dameron, Md. Francis and his older brother Ross, who married Patsy’s older sister Mary Frances, then bought Raley’s Market from Harry Raley and ran this store until 1978 when they sold it to their sons, Raymond and Daniel Raley. Patsy loved her flowers and provided arrangements for many weddings and funerals in the area. In 1970, she and her sister opened “Sister’s Place” just north of the entrance to Pt. Lookout State Park. Their motto was “We got what you forgot”. They sold camping supplies in the summer and Christmas decorations in the winter until 1989 when the area flooded and they lost everything.

Patsy also volunteered with the St. Michael’s Ladies of Charity, the Ridge Rescue Squad and the Auxiliary to the Ridge Fire Department.

Patsy is preceded in death by her husband

of 60 years, Francis, and her sister, Mary Frances Raley. She and Francis had three sons, Daniel, Keith and Bruce, seven grandchildren, Kathryn, Scott, Kristee, Kellee, Joseph, Megan and Karen and seven great grandchildren, Zachary, Isabella, Gabrielle, Lucas, Marina, Jace and Peyton.

Serving as pall bearers will be Raymond Raley, Jason Raley, Scott Raley, Joseph Raley, Chris Longmore and Brian Hollingsworth. Honorary pall bearers will be members of the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department.

The family recieved friends for Patsy’s Life Celebration on Thursday June 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 16566 Three Notch Road, Ridge, Md. 20680. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered Friday, June 26 at 11 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Ridge, Md. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, Post Office Box 520, Ridge, Md. 20680 or the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad, Post Office Box 456, Ridge, Md. 20680.

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

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.

Brian T. McLaughlin Brian T. McLaughlin of Hollywood, Md. died Friday June 19.

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Elizabeth Louise “Betti” Russell, 55, of California, Md. died June 19 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital at Leonardtown, Md. She was born on September 25, 1959 in Washington, D.C. to the late James E. “Bert” Russell, Sr. and Louise Hayden Cullins.

Betti graduated from Steven Knolls School in Wheaton, Md.. She was employed by Charter House, a senior living center, in housekeeping. She also attended the Center for Life Enrichment participating in many community activities and was employed through them at the Holiday Inn, Solomon’s Island, Md. and at Vintage Values in Leonardtown, Md. She enjoyed participating in Special Olympics, bowling, basketball, cycling, swimming, and bocce ball. She also attended the Center for Life Enrichment and participated in many community activities.

Betti is survived by her siblings, Brenda Dunn of Lufkin, Tex., Beverly Hester (David) of Thornton, Colo., and James E. “Bud” Russell, Jr. (Lori) of Clements, Md. and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Bonnie.

Family will receive friends for Betti’s Life Celebration on Tuesday, June 23, from 5 to 8 p.m., with prayers at 7 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood

Ragnheidur Elin Cramer, 88, of Hollywood, Md., passed away Monday, June 8, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio, while visiting her daughter.

She was born on December 16, 1926 in Iceland at Kvijabryggle to the late Jon Olfson and Hildur Samunsdottir.

Elin was employed as a Seamstress at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station at the Navy Exchange and Keflavik Navy Base, Iceland for over 25 years until her retirement in 1998.

She also dedicated over 19 years to the helping disabled adults in St. Mary’s County. During that time she opened her home and heart to those in need. In 1969, she met her beloved husband, Sheldon Louis Cramer, while he was serving in the United States Navy in Iceland. They moved to Canton, Ohio in 1970.

They married on June 17, 1981 in Leonardtown, Md. Together, they celebrated 33 wonderful years of marriage, until his death in November 2014. She was a talented seamstress, beautiful painter and delicious baker of homemade goods. She left a legacy of endless love to her family, who were blessed by the love that embraced them.

She is survived by her children, Johanna G. Fortney of Canton, Ohio, Edith Elin Valente (Daniel) of Appomattax, Va., and James Edward Clark of Canton, Ohio; her sisters, Svava Thoradottir of Iceland, Sigga Lowe of England, and Johanna of Reykjavik; her stepchildren, Bill Cramer (Bernie) and Margaret Cassesi (Jerry), both of Calif. 15 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she is also preceded in death by her sons, Robert Jon Clark (2002) and William H. Clark (1970) her daughter, Hilda Louise McMahon (2009) sister, Frida Thoradottir, (2014) her brother, Kristfinnur Jonsson (2007); and her granddaughter, Stacey L. Dallaire (2010).

Family recieved friends on Sunday, June 28 from 2 to 4 p.m., with a Funeral Service celebrated at 3 p.m. by Reverend Joe Orlando and Timothy McNutt of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Mechanicsville, Md. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. Memorial Contribution may be made to the America Institute for Cancer Research, P.O. Box 97167, Washington D.C. 20090-7167.

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Joseph ”JW” Glen Wood, 29, of Mechanicsville passed away June 20 at his residence in Mechanicsville, Md. Born June 9, 1986 in Prince George’s County, Md., he was the son of Glen F. Wood and Jennifer Tipton Wood.

Joseph enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing basketball with his buddies. He loved his children and spending time with his family.

The Redskins drove him nuts but he was a faithful fan!

Joseph is survived by his children, Brooklyn, Austin and Jaxon Wood and he loved his stepson, Blake Higgs as much as his own, Mother Jennifer Tipton Wood, Father and Stepmother Glen and Lisa Wood; sisters, Amanda Wood, Sarah Robinson, Shyanne Wood, grandparents, Alvin & Gloria Jean Wood and Bob and Sue Keesee.

Joseph had a heart of gold and loved everything and everybody with all he had. He had a smile that would light up the world.

The family recieved friends on Thursday, June 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622. Service will follow at 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home.

Interment was at Charles Memorial Gardens, 26325 Point Lookout Road, Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650.

Pallbearers were: Kevin Wood, Kevin Wood, Jr., Craig Polk, Greg Bennett, Mike Wathen, and David Downs.

Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Brinsfield Echols Funeral Home, PA, 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622 to help the family offset funeral expenses.

Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Reverend Anthony Lickteig on Wednesday, June 24 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 23080 Maddox Road, Bushwood, Md. 20618.

Interment followed in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to The Center for Life Enrichment, P.O. Box 610, Hollywood, Md. 20636, St. Mary’s Special Olympics, 25926 Whiskey Creek Road, Hollywood, Md. 20636 or Bay Community Support Services, 25410 Rosedale Manor Lane, Hollywood, Md. 20636.

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

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flock to Solomons Island for this premier regatta with activities both on and off the water. Races begin each morning at 9 a.m. Arrive early to watch the start!

This year’s Solomons Business Association Fireworks are presented du Solomons Plein Air Festival, Old Line Bank, Dominion, Holiday Inn & Con Rogers Solomons, G&H Jewelers, Community Bank of the Chesapeake, S Style, Washburn’s Boat Yard, Our Lady Star of the Sea, Zahniser’s Yachtin

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Avenue” where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay. It is now a picturesque mix of work boats, pleasure boats, marinas, old fishermen’s cottages, rural farmland, and quaint architecture with a few shops scattered amongst historic waterfront buildings.

Stand in one spot on the Solomons Riverwalk and you can paint any of these things and more.Visit the website for more details www.solomonspleinair.com.

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Solomons Christmas Walk is held annually the first weekend in December. It’s a fun-filled time of special children’s activities, a live puppet show, open house at many of our businesses, Santa’s arrival and the Lighted Boat Parade! Stroll through our luminaria streets as you enjoy the sights and the sounds of the season.

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Leonardtown Area Students Honored at SkillsUSA Championships for Skilled Workforce Students from technical education programs in Leonardtown-area high schools and colleges won the nation’s highest awards at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. Industry leaders representing more than 600 businesses, corporations, trade associations and unions recognized the students for demonstrating excellence in 100 hands-on occupational and leadership competitions, such as robotics, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking. All competitions are designed, run and judged by industry using industry standards.

Top student winners received gold, silver and bronze medallions. Many also received prizes such as tools of their trade or scholarships to further their careers and education. The SkillsUSA Championships is for highschool and college-level students who are members of the 360,000-member SkillsUSA organization.

In addition, Skill Point Certificates were awarded in 86 occupational and leadership areas to students who achieved a high score defined by industry. The SkillsUSA Champion-

ships have been a premier event since 1967. The Skill Point Certificates were introduced in 2009 as a component of the SkillsUSA Work Force Ready System.

The following students received medallions and Skill Point Certificates from this area: * Sydney Currie, from Leonardtown and a student at Dr. James A Forrest Career & Tech Center (Leonardtown), was awarded the high school silver medal in First Aid-CPR. * Gabrielle Brianna Cory, from Leonardtown and a student at Dr. James A Forrest Career & Tech Center (Leonardtown), was awarded the high school silver medal in Dental Assisting.

“More than 6,000 students from every state in the nation came to compete in the SkillsUSA Championships this week,” said SkillsUSA Executive Director Tim Lawrence. “This is the SkillsUSA partnership at its best. Students, instructors and industry representatives are working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce and every student excels. These students prove that career and technical education expands opportunities.”

According to the U.S. Department

of Education, students who take three or more career and technical education (CTE) programs in high school are more likely to attend college and stay there to graduate. In fact, 79 percent of CTE concentrators enrolled in postsecondary education within two years of high school graduation. And students in CTE programs have a higher-than-average high school graduation rate. Research has shown the average high school graduation rate for students concentrating in CTE programs is 90 percent, compared to an average national freshman graduation rate of 80 percent.

Industry support of the SkillsUSA Championships is valued at over $36 million in donated time, equipment, cash and material. All competitions are run and judged by industry experts using industry standards for employment. These contests assess hands-on, employability and academic skills. More than 1,700 industry judges and technical committee members participated this year.

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Courses on La Plata Campus Extended Through Aug. 14

Learning to build robots is one of the most popular camps offered by the College of Southern Maryland Kids’ and Teen College through Aug. 7 at Prince Frederick and Leonardtown campuses and through Aug. 14 at La Plata Campus.

Children in Southern Maryland can create a ‘bucket list’ of activities and experiences to check off during summer vacation at the College of Southern Maryland’s Kids’ and Teen College through Aug. 7 at the Prince Frederick and Leonardtown campuses and through Aug. 14 at the La Plata Campus.

Students ages 5-6 can experiment with cooking and creativity in the kitchen through offerings of Junior Chef, Dinner Table Science and Tiny Chef Creations offered at all campuses. Tea Party Royalty calls on all princes and princesses to hone their table manners and etiquette in preparation for a grand tea party. For sleuths, CSI Junior will turn students into science detectives as they solve mysteries using forensic science and chemistry.

Students ages 7-10 can flex their creative muscles with courses in art, acting and architecture. Painting Picasso guides children on an exploration of perspective, lighting, shadow and mixing colors as they turn a blank canvas into a masterpiece. Class Act provides training and opportunities for students to develop confidence, self-expression and improvisation skills in a supportive and energetic environment. Amateur Architect shows students works from the Mayan pyramids

Children 5-6 can explore the world around them in a safe and fun environment at CSM’s Kids’ and Teen College through Aug. 7 at Prince Frederick and Leonardtown campuses and through Aug. 14 at La Plata Campus.

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and Greek temples to modern monuments and then lets them try their hand at creating their own structures.

Students ages 11-14 can prepare for their first jobs and learn about careers.

Safe Sitter is a medically accurate handson program that teaches boys and girls nurturing techniques, behavior management skills and appropriate responses to medical emergencies.

Beyond the Lemonade Stand for ages 7-10 looks at different ways that people can donate time and energy toward bettering their community. Working together, students will learn to solve problems, made decisions and run a charitable business.

In addition to returning favorites of robotics, computer gaming and animation, campers can learn about creating apps for mobile devices and computers, and making their own digital music videos and video games.

Black Rocket Productions returns with Video Game Animation, Video Game Odyssey, Minecraft Designers, Code Breakers, Creative Design & Robotics and Digital Storytellers and other courses for students ages 8-14. New is Mindcraft Moders, an advanced class for ages 8 to 14.

New this year is The Girl Gamers Club where students will learn the basic elements of 2-D game design, and how design and technology skills were used by the people who created Candy Crush, Facebook and Instagram.

To view 2015 Summer Catalog or for information on registering for camps, visit www.csmd.edu/KidsCollege.

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SMECO Receives Award for Telework Program Today, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO), headquartered in Hughesville, MD, received the Commuter Connections Employer Recognition Award for its Telework program. To better serve the 160,000 electric customers during storms and power outages, in 2006, SMECO launched a telework program for its Contact Center employees who work around-the-clock shifts interfacing with the public on service issues. SMECO’s most dedicated, dependable, and professional employees take part in this program and are supplied with all necessary equipment including laptops, headsets, software and IT support, and internet service.

“We want our employees to do their best and perform at the highest level, and providing flexibility in the workplace helps us achieve those goals,” said Austin J. Slater, SMECO president and CEO. “Whether employees are working in the office with a flexible schedule or teleworking from home, they are productive, engaged, and more satisfied,” he added. “Workplace flexibility provides SMECO with the opportunity to strengthen its workforce.”

In 2013, SMECO also offered a flexible workplace program which allows employees to create a work schedule that best meets their lifestyle needs. Employees can work 40 hours in four ten-hour days, with the fifth day off, or work 80 hours in nine days with the tenth day off. Employ-

ees may also adjust start and end times, provided that core hours are worked. As a result of SMECO’s telework program, employees have reduced vehicle miles traveled by 12,289 per year and saved nearly 620 gallons of gasoline.

“SMECO is a great example of how commuter benefit options, especially teleworking, help a company serve its customers during inclement weather or emergency situations, regardless of their location in the region. SMECO’s telework program makes it possible to get all hands on deck to respond to an emergency situation without overcrowding existing workspace,” said Nicholas Ramfos, Director of Commuter Connections. “We are pleased to recognize SMECO for improving the quality of life by offering programs to employees that reduce the cost of commuting, traffic congestion, and carbon emissions.”

For more than 40 years, the Commuter Connections program has been providing and promoting alternatives to drive-alone commuting. Applications are accepted each year for the Employer Recognition Awards from companies in the Washington metropolitan region that offer, promote, or support transit benefits, ridesharing, bicycling, walking, and teleworking.

Judging is based on the commuter benefits programs in three categories: Marketing, Incentives and Telework. Additional winners of the 2015 awards are Opower

Susan Norris, SMECO Contact Center Manager; Joseph Trentacosta, SMECO Senior Vice President, Information and Customer Services, and CIO; Austin J. Slater, Jr., SMECO President and CEO; George Clark, Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, Rideshare Coordinator/Employer Outreach Specialist; and Rose Pickeral-Brown, SMECO Vice President, Customer Care.

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Inc. in Arlington, VA, for Incentives, and WeddingWire of Chevy Chase, MD, for Marketing.

Commuter Connections works closely with Washington-area employers to educate and promote alternatives to drivealone commuting practices of employees.

Such alternatives help reduce gasoline consumption, ease traffic congestion and the stress that long commutes place on employees, and contribute to cleaner air through reduced auto emissions. With free assistance from Commuter Connections,

employers can offer a wide array of commuting options, from transit subsidies or pre-tax benefits to telework and ridesharing programs. These benefits provide each participant with a better work-life balance and flexibility, which reduces absenteeism and improves morale and productivity.

For more details on the Employer Recognition Awards Program, visit www. commuterconnections.org/employers/ employer-awards/.

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LIBRARY ITEMS Family Coding Club Registration Closes July 6!

The St. Mary’s County Library, in partnership with the Maryland Division of Library Development and Services (DLDS), FutureMakers and Code in the Schools will be holding a pilot project for a Family Coding Club. The Family Coding Club will take place from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on four Saturdays this summer: July 11, July 18, July 25 and August 1 at the Leonardtown Library. Family Coding Club teams will be required to attend all four sessions. Families will sign up as a ‘team’ and must include at least one adult and can include up to three children. Children should be between the ages of 7 and 13 years old. Lunch and all materials will be provided and this program is free! Registration is in-person only at the Leonardtown Library by 8 p.m. on July 6. No previous computer science experience is required.

Library Holiday Hours All three branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Friday, July 3; Saturday, July 4; and Sunday, July 5 for the Independence Day holiday.

All branches will be open regular business hours on Monday, July 6.

The Funny Guy Professional Performance Paul Hadfield ‘The Funny Guy’ will be coming to St. Mary’s County on Monday, July 13. Paul Hadfield will be at Margaret Brent Middle School (29675 Point Lookout Road, Helen) at 10 a.m., at Leonardtown Elementary School (22850 Duke Street, Leonardtown) at 12:30 p.m., and at the Lexington Park Library (21677 FDR Blvd, Lexington Park) at 3 p.m. All ages are welcome to join for a show full of juggling, acrobatics, and slapstick comedy- with plenty of audience participation.

Computer Basics 1 and 2 Lexington Park branch will hold a Computer Basics 1 and 2 combined class on Monday, July 13 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will learn the components, terminology, and general use of a computer, how to use a mouse and keyboard, explore the basics of Microsoft’s operating system, how to create, store, and manage files and folders, and run multiple programs. Learn how to use various tools and techniques to make your computer experience more pro-

ductive. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration is required online: www. stmalib.org.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Charlotte Hall branch will hold a stuffed animal sleepover for all ages on Thursday, July 16 at 6 p.m. Bring your stuffed friends for a special evening storytime and let the stuffed animals stay behind for a sleepover. Pick them up the next day and watch a slide show of their overnight adventures.

Minecraft Mania – Lexington Park Lexington Park branch will host a Minecraft Mania program on Tuesday, July 14 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for ages 10 years and older.

Players will share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. Registration is required and will open two weeks before the program on www.stmalib.org.

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Duct Tape Bonanza!

Leonardtown Library will hold Duct Tape Bonanza for ages 11 years and older on Tuesday, July 14 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Crafting with duct tape and table top gaming, including Munchkin, Tsuro and Ticket to Ride. No registration.

On Your Own Typing Lexington Park branch will host On Your Own Typing on Friday, July 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Participants will learn typing basics including hand placement and proper technique using an online program that uses exercises and games. On Your Own Typing is for children ages 6 to12 years old. Registration is required at www.stmalib.org.

Reading the Rainbow (Spectroscopy) GrowingSTEMS and Leonardtown branch will hold a STEM activity Reading the Rainbow (Spectroscopy) for ages 8 to 12 years old on Friday, July 17 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Participants will create a spectrograph and examine the properties of light. Celebrate the work of physicists like George Carruthers, who created the spectrograph NASA used for the Apollo missions. Registration is required and will open two weeks before the program on www.stmalib.org.

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Feral Cat Rescue Presents:

The Guardians of The Galaxy Meet Groot and Rocket at the Petco in California this Saturday and Sunday between 11 and 3 p.m. Their brother Peter (pictured in the middle) was adopted last weekend. They are super sweet boys. They were born in April of 2015. They cost $125 each.

They are neutered, combo tested for aids and feline leukemia, dewormed, microchipped and will receive all three distemper vaccines for this price. They even like their scratching post!

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the cat population down so they will not have to euthanize 205 cats a month at Tri-County Shelter. You can be a responsible, concerned citizen by borrowing a trap and seeing that the cat gets to the vet to be spayed or neutered.

MedStar St. Mary’s Upcoming Events Free Child Safety Seat Check A free Child Safety Seat Check will be offered Monday, July 13, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Leonardtown Rescue Squad, located at 22855 Lawrence Ave., Leonardtown. Certified passenger safety technicians will inspect and teach parents how to properly install car seats for infants and children. The service is presented in cooperation with the St. Mary’s Highway Safety Team. Inspections are by appointment only. For more information or to register, call 301-475-6019.

Blood Drive A community blood drive by the American Red Cross will be hosted at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Monday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MedStar St. Mary’s depends on generous, committed neighbors to support its life-saving services. To register, call Health Connections at 301-475-6019.

Vascular Screening Fair A free vascular screening fair will be held Wednesday, July 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, Maryland. Individuals with vascular disease may never notice the symptoms.

Anyone who is older than 50, is a smoker, has diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol is at a greater risk for vascular disease. Free vascular screenings and an educational presentation on vascular disease from MedStar St. Mary’s Hospitals Vascular Surgeon Arthur Flatau, III, MD, will be held July 15. Available at the screening will be artery scans in the neck, abdomen and ankles; blood pressure checks;

and ankle-brachial index (ABI) test checks.

Screenings are by appointment only. Call 410-573-9483 ext. 202 for information and appointments.

Prevent Diabetes Workshop A Diabetes Prevention Workshop will he held free of charge Friday, July 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lexington Park Library in Lexington Park, and Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Health Connections office in the Outpatient Pavilion at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown. Do you have any risk factors for diabetes (family history, overweight, sedentary lifestyle) or have you even been told you have pre-diabetes or “borderline” diabetes? Attend this free, twohour workshop taught by a certified diabetes educator and learn how small changes can help you prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. Call 301-475-6019 for information.

American Red Cross Classes Available In addition to numerous free programs, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital also offers the following American Heart Association Classes: Heart Saver First Aid Heart Saver CPR/AED Heart Saver Bloodborne Pathogens Heart Saver Pediatric First Aid Heart Saver Family and Friends CPR. For information on class dates and costs, call MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital’s Organizational Learning and Research Department at 301-475-6020 or 240-434-7769, or enroll online at www.sitelms.org.

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By Kaitlin Davis Contributing Writer Summer is the time when children of all ages are enrolled in different summer camps all over the county. For those kids who have a passion in the arts or are more creative, Yellow Door Art Studios holds six weeks of weeklong summer camps with various themes for every child. This week’s camp focuses on the Renaissance and participants are able to learn the various techniques in drawing, painting and sculpture from the period.

The Renaissance is unique in that it holds a lot of teachable drawing techniques, according to Carrie Patterson, owner of the Yellow Door Art Studios.

Along with the teachable techniques, kids are often drawn to the costumes, swords and engravings of the period. Participants in the Renaissance camp learned hatching, stumping, squaring, some art history and were even able to make their own sketchbooks. Children also had the opportunity to learn about artists from the period, such as Leonardo DaVinci, Michelangelo and Donatello.

“I don’t want any child to leave here saying ‘I hate art,” said Patterson. “I want them to love art and even if they don’t end up making it or making something as they get older, I want them to feel like they know what it is and can appreciate it in all forms, functional forms and also nonfunctional forms.”

Yellow Door Art Studios’ summer camps are both half-day and full-day camps. The cost of attendance is $125 for a half-day, and $250 for a full-day camp.

Full day camps run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. while half-day camps run 8 a.m. to noon or 1 to 5 p.m. The limit per camp is 15 kids and those interested are able to sign up by phone, online or by stopping into the studio.

“They learn so much in a compressed period of time, but we also have lots of fun,” said Patterson. “During the school year, you meet with kids once a week and that they have a lot of other things going on. This gives us the opportunity to really focus in one week and get some skills across that can then maybe use in another class that we teach.”

Patterson began her business back in 2009 out of her garage on Duke Street when individuals began asking her to teach private lessons for their kids. Kids enrolled in public school at the time of the studio’s creation only got around 45 minutes once a week to participate in art and many parents wanted their children to have more. As a result, Patterson began teaching Friday classes to meet the need for more art education and the studio grew from there.

“Early childhood education starting in elementary school is super important,” said Patterson. “That’s where our confidence builds up in certain activities.”

As the studio continued to grow, Patterson then moved to the Duke House next to the Front Porch and eventually settled in to their current location at 22795 Washington Street, Leonardtown. Prior to becoming the art studio, their current building used to be apartments, a funeral home and an antique shop, according to Patterson. “Everybody who has some connection to the house loves what’s happening here,” said Patterson. “They love seeing so much action and so much life going on.”

The studio offers various classes for artists of all experience levels. From game design to drawing to ceramics to painting, there is something for everyone. Classes typically run $110 per month or individuals can purchase a punch pass for $125.

The punch pass is good for the whole year and allows individuals to take different classes to find what they are interested in.

Photos by Kaitlin Davis

Discounts are available for military and for two siblings enrolled in the same class.

Private lessons and birthday parties are also available at the studio. Children’s birthday parties start at $200 and includes decorations and party favors. The base package covers 10 participants, but additional participates are available at a price of $10 per additional person. Adult parties are $25 per adult, with a minimum of four adults required. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due upon booking adult and children parties.

In addition to the summer camps, every Monday through Friday there is open art studio. There is a $10 drop in fee and par-

ticipants are able to focus on whatever art form they wish! “It’s not really instructor lead, it’s really for you and your friends to come and have fun and make something,” said Patterson.

“We are completely accessible for all people, beginners, advanced,” said Patterson. “If anybody sees something that we don’t have, we are open to offering it!”

For more information, contact Yellow Door Art Studios by phone 240-925-1888, by email yellowdoorartstudios@gmail. com or visit their website www.yellowdoorartstudios.com. contributing@countytimes.net

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July Month Long River Concert Series

St. Mary’s College of Maryland — gates open at 5 p.m., concert begins at 7 p.m.

The Chesapeake Orchestra will begin the 17th season of the River Concert Series on June 19 at St. Mary’s College of Maryland with the community enjoying the 17th season with the classical music of Mendelssohn, Stravinsky and Resphigi on the banks of the St. Mary’s River. The inaugural concert will begin at 7 p.m. with the gates opening at 5 p.m. A new concert will be held every Friday for 6 weeks on the colleges Townhouse Green.

Concert guests who attend this free event are encouraged to bring their own picnic or purchase food from various vendors.

Bingo Every Saturday Mother Catherine Academy

Mother Catherine Academy (33883 Chaptico Road, Mechanicsville) — Every Saturday; doors open at 5 p.m., Early Birds start at 6:30 p.m., regular games start at 7 p.m. Call 301-8843165 or visit www.mothercatherine. org for more information.

Bingo at Father Andrew White

Father Andrew White School gymnasium (Leonardtown) — Every Friday; doors open at 5:30, games start at 6:55 p.m.

Bingo is held each Friday at the Father Andrew White School gymnasium in Leonardtown. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus #1470, doors open at 5:30 and games start at 6:55 p.m. For more information, call Ed Henderson at 301-475-1824 or visit kofcknights.org/CouncilSite/?CNO=1470 Summer Lunch and Learn Program Lexington Park Elementary — Monday through Thursday June 29 to July 20; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

St. Mary’s County Public Schools and the St. Mary’s County Judy Center Partnership are hosting FREE summer time Lunch and Learn Programs for children ages birth to 18-years-old.

Children’s meals are free, Adult meals may be purchased for $3.50 For additional information contact the Judy Center at 301-863-4068.

New Direction Sets Auditions for “Greater Tuna”

Solomons Library — July 7 and 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; July 11, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Direction Community Theater will hold auditions July 7, 8 and 11 for its fall production of Greater Tuna, which will be presented this fall at the Long Beach Community Center. The cast calls for two men, any age, who are up to the challenge of playing multiple parts.

Auditions are Tuesday, July 7 at the Fairview Library and Wednesday, July 8 at the Solomons Library (both at 6:30 to 8 p.m.), and at the Solomons Library on Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information on auditions, contact director DiDi Olney at didi.olney@gmail.com.

To become involved in New Direc-

tion Community Theater, visit ndct.org and click on “Volunteer”.

Thursday, July 2 Rock the Dock Live Music Series featuring Brothers Osborne

Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) — 8 to 9:30 p.m.

Live music seven days a week now through Labor Day. Enjoy a variety of music genres with your feet in the sand while sipping cool drinks and dining on our local seafood and other fare. Choose your favorite music type or experience something new while dining and dancing on the beach. Visit www.rockthedock.com for a complete list of artists and bands playing throughout the summer or call 866-312-5596.

Ticket prices vary and some bands are free.

If the event is ticketed, tickets are for sale online.

If the event does not sell out, additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Capture That Critter

Flag Ponds Nature Park (1525 Flag Pond Parkway, Lusby) —10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Maryland Biodiversity Project needs help documenting all the plants and animals of Maryland. Kids and teens (ages 10 to 13) will have fun exploring the park as they capture animals on camera. Program Fee: free for Society members. Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission Meeting

Prince George’s County Soil Conservation District Office (5301 Marlboro Race Track Road, Suite 100, Upper Marlboro) — 5 to 7 p.m.

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission is in the planning stages for the proposed Southern Maryland Ag Business Park and Food Innovation Center. Attend an upcoming meeting in your area to find out more.

Friday, July 3 Barenaked Ladies, Violent Femmes, and Colin Hay Perform Last Summer on Earth Tour

Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion (4200 Solomons Island Road, St. Leonard) - 6:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to see Barenaked Ladies, Violent Femmes, and Colin Hay perform live in Solomons when they open the Last Summer on Earth Tour! Tickets for all three acts are $49 for reserved seats and $59 for premium seats and are on sale now.

River Concert Series — Superman, Sousa, “Saturday Night Live”, and Fireworks

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The Chesapeake Orchestra will perform the 17th season of the River Concert Series at St. Mary’s College of Maryland with the community enjoying the classical music of John Williams, John Philip Sousa, and Tchaikovsky on the banks of the St. Mary’s River. On July 3, the season’s second concert will present an evening focused around “superman, Sousa, and Saturday Night Live,” with fireworks and featuring Lawrence Feldman, original member of the NBM Saturday Night Live Band.

other fare. Choose your favorite music type or experience something new while dining and dancing on the beach. Visit www.rockthedock.com for a complete list of artists and bands playing throughout the summer or call 866-312-5596.

Ticket prices vary and some bands are free.

If the event is ticketed, tickets are for sale online.

If the event does not sell out, additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Small Fry Fridays!

Fireworks Cruise

Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FUN learning opportunities at Historic Sotterley Plantation are coming up every Friday during the month of July! Join a costumed docent portraying a Sotterley person of the past while enjoying some kid-friendly activities! On July 3, croquet and games on the lawn will be available to play at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Cost is $5. Call 301-373-2280 for more information.

Rock the Dock Live Music Series featuring Clay Hunt

Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) — 5 to 8 p.m.

Live music seven days a week now through Labor Day. Enjoy a variety of music genres with your feet in the sand while sipping cool drinks and dining on our local seafood and other fare. Choose your favorite music type or experience something new while dining and dancing on the beach. Visit www.rockthedock.com for a complete list of artists and bands playing throughout the summer or call 866-312-5596.

Ticket prices vary and some bands are free.

If the event is ticketed, tickets are for sale online.

If the event does not sell out, additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Saturday, July 4 Knights of Columbus Summer Classic Car Show

St. John’s Church and School (43950 St.John’s Church Road, Hollywood) — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Vehicles must be 1989 or older. All proceeds benefit Local Knights of Columbus Charities. No alcoholic beverages allowed. Registration Fee is $20 at the gate (open until noon), pre-registration is $15 (Pre-registration form must be received by June 27). Vendor fee is $25. For more information, visit www.stjohnscarshow.com.

Rock the Dock Live Music Series featuring Joe Martone Trio

Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) — 6 to 10 p.m.

Live music seven days a week now through Labor Day. Enjoy a variety of music genres with your feet in the sand while sipping cool drinks and dining on our local seafood and

Calvert Marine Museum, (14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons) — 8 p.m.

Come aboard the Wm. B. Tennison for the best view in town. Bring your own picnic basket with your favorite food and libations. Chips, dips, water and soda provided. $30 per person; for ages 7 and up only. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.

Independence Day Celebration

Regency Furniture Stadium ((11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf)— 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Spend this Independence Day with your family and friends at the 2015 Celebrate Charles: A Fun-Filled Fourth on Saturday, July 4 at Regency Furniture Stadium (11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf) from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.

At this family-friendly event, enjoy the Best of Charles County Marketplace, live music from Sam Grow and The British Invasion Tribute, the Celebrate Charles Family Fun Zone, and a fireworks display.

Admission and parking are free.

Family Fun Zone wristbands are $5 each. There are additional fees for marketplace, food, and drink purchases.

Guests can also purchase tickets to the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs baseball game against the Sugar Land Skeeters. Game time is 6:35 p.m. Guests who purchase game tickets will receive a complimentary wristband for the Family Fun Zone. To purchase tickets, call 301-638-9788 or visit www.SoMDBlueCrabs.com.

Sunday, July 5 Rock the Dock Live Music Series featuring New Censation

Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave.) — 4 to 8 p.m.

Live music seven days a week now through Labor Day. Enjoy a variety of music genres with your feet in the sand while sipping cool drinks and dining on our local seafood and other fare. Choose your favorite music type or experience something new while dining and dancing on the beach. Visit www.rockthedock.com for a complete list of artists and bands playing throughout the summer or call 866-312-5596.

Ticket prices vary and some bands are free.

If the event is ticketed, tickets are for sale online.

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If the event does not sell out, additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Monday, July 6 Summer Fun Club

Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Lane, Lusby) — July 6-10, 3 trips per week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Check out the fun we have in store for your 8.5-14 year old this summer at the Southern Community Center. $75 per week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday-Skate Zone Tuesday-at SCC Wednesday-Cove Point Pool Thursday-at SCC Friday-Cove Apex Cinema.

Capture the Flag, indoor/outdoor games, billiards, ping pong, guest instructors and more. Bring a lunch and two snacks per day. Call 410-5861101x4 for more information. www. co.cal.md.us/scc.

Mix it Up! Experiments in Mixed Media Summer Camp

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center —July 6 through 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For children entering grades 7-9 $150 Member/$165 Let’s break all the rules as we combine painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, printmaking, encaustics, mosaics, and digital media to create intriguing experimental artwork. Students may bring their own smart devices or use one of ours.

Extended Day program also available, $5/day.

Registration required. Call 410-3264640 to register or visit www.annmariegarden.org for more information.

Art History Mystery & Forensic Fun

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center —July 6 through 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For children entering grades 4-6 $150 Member/$165 Let’s create art inspired by history’s greatest mysteries! Let’s use interesting forensic techniques to create inventive artwork. From fingerprints to profiles, to facial construction, we’ll find inspiration where art, history, and science collide.

Extended Day program also available, $5/day.

Registration required. Call 410-3264640 to register or visit www.annmariegarden.org for more information.

Wednesday, July 8 Summer Fun - Baltimore Zoo

Calvert Library Southern Branch at Patuxent Elememtary School — 10 to 11 a.m.

The Zoomobile will bring live animals and an interactive presentation covering endangered species, animal classification, habitat exploration and more. Most engaging for ages 5 and up. Calvert Library Southern Branch at the Patuxent Elementary School, 35 Appeal Lane, Lusby, Call 410-3265289 or visit calvertlibrary.info for more information.

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Thursday, July 9 Compassionate Friends Meeting

First Saints Community Church: St. Paul’s Campus (25550 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown) —7 to 8:30 p.m.

The Compassionate Friends is a self-help, non-profit national organization that provides grief support to families that have experienced the death of a child. This support group is open to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings over the age of 14. To learn more call 240-434-8414 or email brandylee82@gmail.com.

Friday, July 10 River Concert Series

St. Mary’s College of Maryland on the Townhouse Green — 7 to 9 p.m.

The 17th season of the River Concert Series is finally here! Since 1995, the Chesapeake Orchestra, under the direction of Jeffrey Silberschlag, has provided world-class professional music to over 400,000 appreciative people in Southern Maryland. Bringing nationally and internationally acclaimed concerts to the greater Chesapeake region is our mission. Our goal is to inspire today’s music lovers and build tomorrow’s. Check out chesapeakeorchestra.org or download the orchestra’s smart phone app to keep up with The Chesapeake Orchestra’s schedule.

The River Concert Series takes place at St. Mary’s College of Maryland on the Townhouse Green. The grounds open at 5 p.m.. Bring your

own picnic, or you can purchase food from various vendors. This is a free event. Concerts start at 7 p.m.!

3rd Annual Moonlight Dance on the Bay

Bayview Hall (8536 Bayside Road, Chesapeake Beach) — 8 to 11 p.m.

Ruth’s Miracle Group Home Foundation presents “Moonlight Dance on the Bay” Special Guest Host, Maryland Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford, the Calvert Dance Band, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Raffle Gifts, and Heavy Appetizers.

Ruth’s Miracle Group Home Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization in Southern Maryland. All proceeds will support a transitional home for women with children in recovery from domestic violence, substance abuse, and other live issues that caused them to become homeless. www.ruthmiraclehome.com. Tickets, call 410-326-9170.

Small Fry Fridays at Sotterley

Sotterley Plantation — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fun learning opportunities at Historic Sotterley Plantation are coming up every Friday during the month of July 2015! Join a costumed docent portraying a Sotterley person of the past while enjoying some kid-friendly activities!

This week’s event is Lessons in the Schoolhouse! Admission due at the Visitor Center. Rain or shine events.

Visit www.sotterley.org.

CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY NOW RUNNING IN EVERY ISSUE! 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

To Advertise in the Church Services Directory, Call The County Times at 301-373-4125

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Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

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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

Jesus saves 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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Entertainment

Kids Get Down and Dirty on Mud Day

By Crista Dockray Contributing Writer Kids love to get dirty, and Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center offered an opportunity to do just that during International Mud Day on Sunday, June 28.

Mud Day featured various activities where kids of all ages could splash and stomp around in the mud. Dressed in old clothes and bathing suits, kids could rotate between all mud-themed stations, including the Mega Mud Tarp, a Giant Mud

Play Area, Mud Pies and Seed Cakes at the Mud Café, DIY Terrariums, Squisha-Face Forest, Mushy Mud Pools, and Magic Mud Painting. A sprinkler rinseoff station and a Kona Ice truck were offered to the participants. Many brought blankets, chairs and towels to enjoy the sun and watch the festivities. The event ran from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets were $5 for adults, $3 for youth and kids 5 and under were free. Special rates were offered for seniors, military, and members. contributing@countytimes.net

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Thursday, July 2 Christopher P. Baker Presents Cuba: Land of Eccentricity and Enigma North Beach Town Hall (9036 Bay Ave., North Beach) – 7 p.m.

Friday, July 3 George Dunn Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 8 to 11 a.m.

Fireworks (No Farmer’s Market) North Beach (8916 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) – Dusk

Saturday, July 4 George Dunn Ruddy Duck (16800 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 8 to 11 a.m.

Photos by Crista Dockray

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Karaoke with DJ Tommy T & Friends Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Sunday, July 5 Rock the Dock Live Music Series New Censation Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) – 4 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, July 7 Taco Tuesday Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 4 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 8 Open Mic Night w/ Stephen Nelson Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7 to 11 p.m.

Thursday, July 9 Dave & Kevin Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Friday, July 10 River Concert Series St. Mary’s College of Maryland on the Townhouse Green (18952 E Fishers Road, St Mary’s City) – 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 11 Karaoke with DJ Tommy T & Friends Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Sunday, July 12 Second Sunday Farmer’s Market

Monday, July 6 Pizza & Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

Team Trivia

Mike Batson Photography

Freelance Photographers

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

American Chestnut Land Trust (676 Double Oak Road, Prince Frederick) – 1 to 4 p.m.

Monday, July 13 Pizza & Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

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

Events Weddings Family Portraits 301-938-3692 mikebatsonphotography@hotmail.com https://www.facebook.com/mikebatsonphotography

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

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

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50. Oral polio vaccine 55. Rigs 56. Drawstring 57. Baltic flat-bottomed boat (alt. sp.)

59. Double curve 60. Point midway between NE and E 61. Mackerel shark genus 62. Used to be United __ 63. Animal nest 64. Abba __, Israeli politician CLUES DOWN 1. Signing 2. Spoken in the Dali region of Yunnan 3. Worthless drivel 4. Aboriginal race of Japan 5. Adorn 6. Greek god of light 7. Atomic #83 8. Eating houses 9. Baby buggy 10. Supervillain Luthor 12. Hansom 14. Tennis champion Arthur 19. Flank

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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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St. Mary’s Department of Aging

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Programs and Activities July Hot Dog Celebration & Entertainment by David Norris In celebration of National Hot Dog Month, the Garvey Senior Activity Center will serve a hot dog meal on Wednesday, Jul. 8 at noon. In addition to hot dogs, the lunch menu will include baked beans, cole slaw, fresh strawberries with whipped topping and juice/milk/coffee/ tea. Entertainment will be provided at 12:30 p.m. by David Norris. Enjoy your favorite old time country music. Sign up in advance by calling 301-475-4200, ext.

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Learn To Use Your Camera Professional photographer Beth Graeme will be at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Jul. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon working with small groups in one hour sessions so you can “get to know your camera.” She will show you how to navigate the features on your camera, smart phone, or tablet, demonstrate what they can do, and allow you to practice your new skills. The class cost’s $5 and payment is due at the time of sign up.

For more information, please call 301475-4002, opt. 1/ext. 3101.

Ice Cream Social Fundraiser Need to cool off this summer? Take a break from the heat and help raise funds for entertainment and special events at the Garvey Senior Activity Center at the annual ice cream social fundraiser on Friday, Jul. 10 from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.

The Garvey Senior Activity Center will serve ice cream on your choice of cone; waffle, sugar, or wafer. Cost per cone: $2. Also available will be ice cream sundaes for $3. and brownie sundaes for $4. For more information, call 301-4754200, ext. 1050.

Bio Series: Alexander Graham Bell Stop in at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Jul. 8 at 10 a.m. to see a 50-minute video on Alexander Graham Bell who is credited with inventing the first practical telephone. Bell’s mother and wife were deaf, profoundly influencing his life’s work. Amazingly, Bell considered his most famous invention an intrusion on his real work as a scientist and refused to have a telephone in his study. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk if you wish to reserve a seat. Walk-ins are welcome as well if room allows.

Monitoring Your Blood Glucose On Thursday, Jul. 9 at 10 a.m. Health Connections staff will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center to discuss blood glucose and insulin, blood glucose targets, symptoms of high and low blood sugar, A1C, what makes blood sugars go up and down, as well as using monitoring results. Sign up for this free presentation by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk.

Hearing Screenings Hearing screenings, by appointment, will be offered from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. by Hearing Professionals: Doctors of Audiology, Personalized Hearing Care and Balance Center at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Jul. 15. Make an appointment for your FREE screening by calling 301-4754200, ext. 1050. Each appointment takes approximately 15 minutes.

Learn The History Of Musical Theatre The Northern Senior Activity Center will be having a free, three-part course on the history of musical theatre in the United States on Tuesdays, from Jul. 14-28, at 10 a.m. Instructor Jim Woods will cover musical theatre history from

its early minstrels to Broadway in the 1960s. The finale for this series will be a concert from the Southern Maryland Encore Chorale performing “Broadway’s Best” on Wednesday, Jul. 29, at 2 p.m. Participants in this series will have reserved front row seats. For more information or to sign up, please call 301-475-4002, opt. 1/ext. 3101.

Ceramic Tile Coasters Come to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Jul. 10 at 10 a.m. to make ceramic tile coasters. Cost for this project is $4 for a set of 4 and can be paid the day of the class. Sign up by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk.

Tai Chi for Arthritis Starting Back Up at Loffler Starting Monday, Jul. 13 the Loffler Senior Activity Center will offer refresher classes for anyone who has completed a series of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Classes will be held on Mondays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. through the remainder of July. Call 301737-5670, ext. 1658 for more information or e-mail Sheila.graziano@stmarysmd. com.

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.

Anthony Smith’s Map

By Linda Reno Contributing Writer “The Chesapeake Bay provided Marylanders with abundant supplies of food and building materials and opportunities for commerce. In the eighteenth century, Baltimore and Annapolis grew around the activities of merchants, which attracted investors, customs houses, and craftsmen to Maryland. To aid navigation through the Chesapeake, Anthony Smith, a pilot and merchant from St. Mary’s County, drew a map of the bay’s inlets and rivers in 1776, complete with sailing directions and information on the Gulf Stream…The map was used by De Grasse and his commanders when they blockaded the entrance to the Chesapeake during the Siege of Yorktown.”

The map is beautiful and intricately detailed. While I would love to show it to you here, it’s much too large to display. For those of you with internet access, you may view it at: http://www. raremaps.com/gallery/detail/17597.

Anthony Smith, Jr. was born prior to 1729. He was the son of Anthony Smith (living as late as 1753 and wife unknown) and grandson of Charles Smith (died ca1710) and his wife, Susanna Buckley, sister of Patrick Buckley, presumably the immigrants.

Anthony Smith, Jr. lived at “Underwood’s Choice”, 100 acres that he acquired in 1751 from John Arthurs.

Shortly before this time Anthony had married Sarah Rice, daughter of John Rice and Mary Smoot. Sarah was named in the 1739 will of her grandmother Eleanor (Veale) Smoot/Trigg/Austin*.

“To my granddaughter: Sarah Rice, my feather bed and furniture and bedstead whereon I lay; a young cow and calf; a young mare; three pewter dishes; an iron pot …; a pair of pot hooks; and an equal part of my estate with the rest of my grandchildren.”

When Anthony Smith, Jr. made his will in 1777 Sarah wasn’t named and is presumed to have died by then. He devised to “Monica Smith, my only daughter, all of my estate. Friend Ignatius Clarke is to serve as a trustee to see to the settling of my worldly affairs.”

Monica was his executor. One of the witnesses to the will was Joseph Coad, a widower, who Monica married shortly thereafter. Joseph Coad was the son of James Coad (died in 1766). While some claim this Coad family is connected to the family of John Coad of Bushwood, I don’t agree.

Joseph Coad died prior to March 21, 1796. Monica was the administrator of the estate that was divided between her

Courtesy, Pete Himmelheber

(1/3) and Joseph’s seven children, equally: Joseph, Mary Ann, Ann, John, Henrietta, Elizabeth, Ignatius. (Joseph, John and Henrietta were from Joseph Coad’s first marriage to an unknown wife). *Eleanor Veale, daughter of Morris Veale (died 1696 in Westmoreland Co., VA) and his wife, Dorothy, married first, William Smoot; second, William Trigg

and third, John Austin. According to Virginia court records Dorothy Veale had quite a temper. In 1673 she called Mrs. Elinor Quigley “Irish Whore, Irish Bitch, Irish Witch, Irish Hag, and Irish Bawd and if I had you here I would stamp you under my feet.” Dorothy moved to St. Mary’s County too and died here between 1734 and 1739.

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Wanderings of an Aimless Mind July Snippets

By Shelby Opperman Contributing Writer Well, when people run into each other now and talk about the weather, there really is a lot to talk about. The typical Mid-Atlantic “hazy, hot, and humid” scenario is fast becoming, “torrential, tornadoes, and terrible’. I know we have had bad years of rain, high heat, and hurricanes, but lately it seems like it is never-ending rain. And not just summer rain showers with the occasional thunderstorm – these are damaging storms with constant torrential downpours. We have had our laundry room flood a bit before, but lately it is flooding into one half of the room. Two laundry room throw rugs were just thrown out. They had seen their last days. I tried to wash them, but the backing came off of one all inside of the washing machine. And this was the same rug that lived through the 8 inches of flood waters in my shop in Leonardtown several years ago. I was lucky that all of my furniture made it through that flood, but only because I heavily paste waxed the bottoms of all of it a few hours before the storm came through. Mats for framing did not make it.

I feel so bad seeing all the barns that were leveled. Tidbit and I did our weekly dump run yesterday, and decided to go to Clements Transfer Station, so we could ride around all the storm-damaged areas. The smell of fallen and sawn wood was strong and Tidbit kept her head out of the window sniffing the air furiously. Many friends suffered damage with their barns and lovely old trees – it was sad to see. I especially felt a tug when I passed by the big red barn on one of the Nelson farms on Rt. 234. I remember stopping at Mr. Nelson’s house to ask permission to drive onto his land and take photos of that big red barn so I could paint it.

I did paint a large painting of it, which sold, and now wish I could remember who I sold it to so I could have a print

made for Mr. Nelson. I loved passing it on the way home from Leonardtown every work night. The barn’s roof looked luminous in the moonlight, and mirrored beautiful shadows from the trees all year.

One of the last torrential downpours had so much force that it pushed all the junk that had accumulated in our driveway’s drainage culvert in a three foot wide path which ran around the length of our corner lot. The rain pushed out huge rocks and old newspapers that must have been stuck inside there for some time. I often wondered if I should find a way to clean that out, but I guess I don’t have to worry about it now. I wouldn’t have anyway. A few years ago, Metcom was doing something with their pipes near there and found a huge snake in the culvert. Nope, it won’t be me cleaning it out.

It looks like July 4th might be okay for fireworks. I hope so. You all know how I feel about fireworks. And with so many fireworks stands throughout the county as I’ve seen, I figure every house will have something. I am too scared of handling fireworks myself – but I do like to see them. We will head over to some dear friend’s house on the water where we can see multiple fireworks displays. It’s never a good night for Tidbit, because even after we get home, people in our neighborhood are setting off fireworks late into the evening – or early morning as the case may be. I wish all of you a safe and happy 4th and an extra wish that you pass on what the 4th means to you along to your children and grandchildren.

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How To Fend Off A Fruit Fly Invasion Homeowners who have dealt with insect infestations know that even the smallest critters can make for formidable foes. A single insect might not seem like a substantial problem, but such uninvited guests have a tendency to multiply, quickly becoming a problem for less proactive homeowners.

Such is the case with fruit flies. Though small in stature, fruit flies can prove a pesky, food-contaminating nuisance. As their name implies, fruit flies are attracted to ripening fruits, which serve as a food source and a breeding ground. Fruit flies also breed around garbage disposals, drains and garbage cans while facilitating the transmission of bacteria that can prove harmful to human health. Fortunately, homeowners can employ a combination of strategies to fend off fruit fly infestations before they take root.

• Locate and eliminate potential breeding grounds. Fruit flies are seen swarming around trash cans and areas where food has been left out. According to TERRO®, an industry leader in DIY pest control products, fruit fly populations tend to be greatest during the summer and fall months, when they infest fruits during the harvest season.

Pay particular attention to trash containers during these times of year, discarding trash more frequently if necessary and making sure all trash can lids are tightly closed. In addition, place ripened fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator during these times of year.

• Trap flies before they can breed and multiply. Fermenting fruit or moist organic debris is necessary to complete the fruit fly life cycle. TERRO® Fruit Fly Traps, which last 30 days, employ a non-toxic, food-based liquid lure to attract and trap fruit flies. Once inside, fruit flies cannot escape, eliminating their chance to breed and multiply. Before

placing traps, pay attention to where fruit flies tend to be most problematic and place the apple-shaped traps in those areas.

“The key to successful elimination of fruit flies is to locate their breeding source and place the TERRO® Fruit Fly Trap nearby,” says TERRO® Director of Research Stew Clark. “Look for fruit fly sources in areas where unrefrigerated fruits and vegetables are stored, near garbage cans and recycling bins.”

Once you identify potential breeding grounds, activate the apple-shaped trap by pulling the leaf-like lid from its base and pouring the liquid lure into the vapor chamber. Keep the lid open while the trap is in use, and you should notice a significant decrease in the number of fruit flies within a few days.

• Keep a clean home. Clean homes, and tidy kitchens in particular, are less likely to be overcome with fruit fly infestations.

After cooking meals, be sure to clean all surfaces with which food has come in contact. Clean any spilled drinks, since sweet and sticky beverages like soda and wine lure fruit flies. It’s also important to keep cleaning materials, such as mops and drains, clean, since fruit flies can continue to breed in soiled mops and dirty drains.

Though small in stature, fruit flies can prove harmful to human health, spreading bacteria while also serving as a pesky nuisance. But while many might see fruit flies as an inevitable side effect of warmer weather, these uninvited guests can be quickly and easily eliminated. More information about TERRO® Fruit Fly Traps is available at www.terro.com.

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

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