2015-10-29 Calvert County Times

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Thursday, October 29, 2015

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Healthy Body, Mind, and Spirit Which School is Right for You? IN EDUCATION

High Schools Celebrate Teen Read Week

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IN LOCAL 24FIT Challenge

IN BUSINESS Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe

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IN EDUCATION

“I feel like in today’s world, teens forget they can read.”

Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe

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- Calvert High School Media Assistant Sharon Kruder on the importance of Teen Read Week and promoting recreational reading among students.

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24FIT Challenge

By Crista Dockray Staff Writer Get fit and change your life with the free 24FIT Challenge.

Herbalife is an international company that is in over 90 countries and has been around for 35 years. Independant members offer customized plans to help people lose weight, gain weight, or build muscle.

A local Herbalife coach, Eric McKay runs his own 24FIT Challenge for the southern Maryland area.

The 24FIT Challenge runs month long challenges with two-week breaks in between each session. Before the start of the month, participants are measured and weighed and perform an initial assessment that includes exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups, and a mile-long run. The group then meets three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in a morning session at 9 a.m. or an evening session at 6:30 p.m. The hour-long classes consist of cardio and bodyweight exercises and are taught by McKay who started with Herbalife a year ago.

The classes usually take place outside at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departmen. The classes do plan on moving indoors for upcoming challenges.

As of now, McKay has about 35 people in the night classes, with the morning classes running a bit smaller.

“I only plan on growing,” he said.

At the end of the month-long fit challenge a final assessment is performed.

According to McKay, everyone takes about two minutes off their mile time and they do at least 10 more push-ups and sit-ups. McKay said in his morning class he has one woman that has already lost 12 pounds.

“We’re making an impact…we’re going to change lives. That’s what it’s about, that’s what’s important,” said McKay. It is not just about weight loss, however. McKay said he can help people gain the energy they need to stay awake throughout the day.

It is not a requirement to be on the Herbalife program in order to participate in the challenge. Participants can be any age or level and can come join at any stage throughout the challenge.

Bring friends and family and enjoy a welcoming environment to get fit.

McKay said his goal for all participants are results.

“People see their results, they see themselves changing,” said McKay, adding that the motivation and positive energy from the class helps turn a can’t into a can.

The FIT Challenge will continue into the future with no plans on stopping. For more information, follow the FIT Challenge on Facebook at 24FIT Challenge SOMD.

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The 24FIT Challenge morning class works hard and consistently to get in shape.

Beginning and ending at Calvert Marine Museum

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Participants in the night class are excited about staying fit.

Photos courtesy of Eric McKay

Held in memory of Mike Blackwell, an avid runner killed while jogging on Broomes Island Road.

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Thursday, October 29, 2015

Governor Larry Hogan Appoints Elizabeth Hughes as State Historic Preservation Officer

Governor Larry Hogan today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Hughes as Maryland’s State Historic Preservation Officer and confirmed her appointment by the Board of Trustees as the director of the Maryland Historical Trust (the Trust). Hughes has served as deputy director of the Trust since October 2002 and has been acting director for the past 10 months. The Trust, a division of the Maryland Department of Planning, serves as Maryland’s State Historic Preservation Office and provides direct assistance to a broad base of local, state, and federal stakeholders in the identification, protection, and enhancement of heritage resources. The Trust administers a variety of historic preservation grant, loan, and tax credit programs including the Sustainable Communities Tax Credit, which leverages private investment in the rehabilitation of both commercial and residential historic properties.

“I congratulate Elizabeth Hughes and I am confident that she will serve the people of Maryland extremely well promoting and preserving state historic assets,” said Governor Hogan. “She is a dedicated public servant with years of experience in Maryland and on the national level.”

“I am pleased Governor Hogan appointed Elizabeth Hughes to serve as our State Historic Preservation Officer, while also confirming her appointment as director of the Trust,” said Secretary of Planning David R. Craig. “She is a recognized leader in the historical pres-

ervation community and we are fortunate to have her.”

As part of her duties as State Historic Preservation Officer and director of the Maryland Historical Trust, Hughes will oversee the management of the agency’s activities ranging from identification of archeological sites and standing structures to regulatory and financial assistance programs. The State Historic Preservation Officer administers the national historic preservation program at the state level, reviews National Register of Historic Places nominations, maintains data on historic properties that have been identified but not yet nominated, and consults with federal agencies during the investigation of the effects of their undertakings on historic properties.

Hughes grew up on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and, as she describes it, was surrounded by history. Even though her 20-year career has been in Maryland, she has a broad national perspective in historic preservation having served on the board of the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers since 2004. She was elected the president of that organization in 2013, serving until 2017, and represented it on the presidentially appointed Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. Hughes holds a master’s degree in architectural history from the University of Virginia and an undergraduate degree in American studies from Georgetown University.

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Governor Larry Hogan Announces Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Governor Larry Hogan today issued a statewide proclamation declaring the week of Sunday, Oct. 25, to Saturday, Oct. 31, as Lead Poisoning Prevention Week in Maryland. Earlier today, Governor Hogan also announced the new Lead Testing Targeting Plan for Childhood Lead, which calls for all Maryland children to be tested at ages 1 and 2, no matter where they live.

“Our administration is committed to protecting Maryland families and children by eliminating the threat of lead poisoning,” Governor Larry Hogan said.

“During Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, I encourage all Maryland businesses, government agencies, and citizens to reflect on how they can educate others, prevent lead poisoning, and work to eradicate this completely preventable disease.”

More information on Environment’s Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is available at www.bit.ly/ PreventLeadPoisonMD. Press Release

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Maryland Agricultural Commission to Meet Nov. 10

The Maryland Agricultural Commission will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Maryland Department of Agriculture, 50 Harry S Truman Parkway, Annapolis. The agenda includes a review of the issues presented at the October public meeting and a presentation by Chesapeake College on the Development of the Associate Applied Science in Agriculture Degree Program at Chesapeake College by Greg Far-

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ley and Nicole Fiorellino. The Commission serves as an advisory body to the Agriculture Secretary and Deputy Secretary. Its members are appointed by the Governor and represent major commodity groups across Maryland.

For more information, contact Jessica Armacost at 443.883.0217 or by email at: Jessica.

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License Your Pets at Discounted Price Nov. 2

Pet owners in Calvert County who need to license their dogs and cats can take advantage of Calvert County Animal Control’s seventh annual Amnesty Week scheduled for Nov. 2 to 8 and get their pets licensed at a discount.

The reduced fee for spayed and neutered pets is $3 each. The fee for non-spayed and non-neutered pets is $10. The regular prices are $7 and $20, respectively.

Bring cash or a check, along with a copy of the pet’s current rabies certification and proof of spay or neuter if applicable, to one

of the following locations: • North Beach Volunteer Fire Department: Nov. 2, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department: Nov. 4, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• Solomons Volunteer Fire Department: Nov. 5, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• Calvert County Sheriff’s Office: Nov. 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov. 7 to 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Thursday, October 29, 2015

CSM Presents Career Discussion with Chaz Pitts-Kyser

CSM presents “Your Career Starts Now!” with speaker Chaz Pitts-Kyser from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Nov. 19. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, BI 103, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata. In this interactive session, dynamic writer and speaker Chaz Pitts-Ky-

ser will share key strategies on successfully marketing yourself for career success. Meet and greet to follow. Refreshments. Free. 301934-7569, careerservices@csmd.edu, www. csmd.edu/careerservices.

Back in 1945 Congress designated the first week in October as National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed its name to National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County continued the tradition by issuing a National Disability Awareness Month proclamation for St. Mary’s County during its weekly business meeting.

The commissioners recognize individuals with disabilities are an untapped resource and are among those experiencing the highest unemployment rate at 16.8 percent of any group in Maryland. “Employers can enhance and bring diversity to their businesses and workplaces by creating equal career opportunities and practices in addition to hiring qualified individuals with disabilities,” said Commis-

sioner Todd Morgan (4th District.)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s theme for this year’s observance, which celebrates 70 years of Disability Employment Awareness Month, is “My disability is one part of who I am.” The goal is to raise awareness about disability employment issues, honor the many diverse contributions of America's workers with disabilities, and convey that advancing disability employment is much more than just hiring; it is about creating a continuum of inclusion.

The commissioners urge county citizens to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities which reaffirm the dedication to create equal employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

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Commissioners Celebrate National Disability Awareness Month

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Possession of THC Oil/Marijuana Wax: On Oct. 23 at 10:06 p.m., Trooper First Class Barlow stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 south of Old Field Lane in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. The odor of raw marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A search incident to arrest revealed both TFC Oil/Marijuana Wax and Marijuana. Joseph T. Compton, 21, and Taylor S. Danielson, 18, both of Huntingtown, were arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Stolen Vehicle: On Oct. 21 at 2:21 a.m., Trooper First Class Costello responded to the Super 8 in Prince Frederick regarding a reported stolen vehicle.

A guest in the hotel reported that a blue 2007 Chevrolet Suburban towing a black 300 gallon seal coating tank had been stolen from the parking lot. The guest and his roommate both gave information that later was found to be false to avoid arrest and to hinder the investigation. The vehicle, the tow trailer and tank information has been entered into NCIC/ Meters. Investigation remains open pending recovery of the stolen vehicles and service of criminal charges.

Stolen Vehicle: On Oct. 21 at 6:03 a.m., Trooper First Class Newcomer responded to the 3200 block of Juniper Lane in Huntingtown for a report of a stolen vehicle. The vehicle had been left unlocked with the keys in the ignition. Two days later the vehicle was located at another location in Huntingtown. Investigation continues.

Possession of Heroin: On Oct. 24 at 11:19 a.m., Trooper First Class

Wiesemann stopped a vehicle on HG Trueman Rd. in Lusby for several traffic violations.

The driver, Amy M. Blount, 36 of Lusby, was arrested for driving on a revoked license. TFC Wiesemann observed several items that are used to ingest CDS in the vehicle and a probable cause search revealed suspected Heroin.

Blount was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Possession of Heroin: On Oct. 24 at approximately 3 p.m., TFC Barlow responded to the Solomons area for an intoxicated driver lookout. TFC Barlow located the vehicle, observed several traffic violations and stopped the vehicle in the area of southbound Maryland Route 4 at the Navy Rec. Center. The driver, Amber N. Reineck, 33 of Lexington Park, was arrested for DUI. A search incident to arrest recovered 41 heroin capsules, 1 plastic baggie of heroin, 6 baggies of crack cocaine and numerous items of drug paraphernalia. Reineck was charged appropriately and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Burglary: On Oct. 25 at 9:59 p.m., Trooper First Class Barlow responded to the 3800 block of Balsam Rd. in Port Republic for a reported burglary.

Four suspects were observed inside the home using flashlights by witnesses. Several officers responded to residence to assist in apprehending the four suspects found in the home, Jorge A. Velasques-Rodrigues, 22; Jose Y. AguilarMartinez, 21; Jocelyn V. Breza, 20; and Juan Francisco Reyes-Sanchez, 19, all from Reston, Va. They were all arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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

During the week of October 19 through October 25 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,234 calls for service throughout the community.

Citizens with information on

the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.

Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/

Burglary Case #15-57159 On Oct. 21 Deputy P. Aurich was dispatched to Jewel Road in Dunkirk for the report that someone between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. had entered a home & removed a Stihl Chainsaw, Leaf Blower and Weed Eater. Anyone with information is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office.

Burglary Case #15-56893 Deputy B. Schaefer responded to a call that sometime between 7 p.m. on Oct. 19 and 5 a.m. on Oct. 20 someone made entry into a garage on Hatteras Lane in Lusby. It is unknown at this time if items are missing.

CDS Violation Case #15-57162 On Oct. 21 Deputy W. Rector made a traffic stop on a vehicle driving in an unsafe manner near Camaleer Pass in Owings. Stephen Andrew Owens, 33, from Washington, DC was arrested on an open warrant and for numerous traffic offenses. While being processed at the

residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Detention Center, Mr. Owens was also charged with possession of marijuana while in a place of confinement, possession of paraphernalia (foil) and for providing a false statement.

CDS Violation Case #15-56856 On Oct. 20 Deputy J. Migliaccio made a traffic stop at southbound MD Route 4 and Hoile Lane in Huntingtown and discovered Robert John Stevenson, Jr., 46, of Lusby to be in possession of Heroin and paraphernalia (straw). He was transported to the Detention Center for processing.

CDS Violation Case #15-56787 On Oct. 19 Deputy G. Gott conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle on Thunderbird Drive in Lusby. He determined the passenger, Daniel Christopher Hughes, 35, of Huntingtown to be in possession of Adderall and paraphernalia (straw). Mr. Hughes was processed and released to the correctional staff at the Detention Center.

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Turning gold and silver into cash M

ost people have gold jewelry or other valuables tucked away in a drawer or closet. It might be mismatched earrings or damaged ring . It could be an old forgotten coin collection or musical instrument.

Whatever it is, Eric from Calvert Pawn can probably help turn it back into cash. “The most common item we take in is gold jewelry, however we do accept a wide variety of items such as flat panel tv's, laptop computers, coins, video games systems, ipad tablets, ipods, commercial power tools, musical instruments, and collectibles, just to name a few things.” he says. If the item is acceptable to the pawnshop “we can evaluate your items and either buy it directly from you, or offer you a pawn loan.”

“We have many customers who just wish to sell their items.

However, we also have individ-

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uals who have an unexpected bill or emergency and just need a temporary loan against their item. Not everyone has access to a savings account or credit card.” he says. Up until the 1950s, pawnbrokers were the number one source of consumer credit in the United States.

A pawn loan put simply is when a customers pledge property as collateral, and in return, pawnbrokers lend them money. When customers pay back the loan, their merchandise is returned to them. Pawn loans are made on everything from jewelry to electronics. If the customer elects not to redeem his or her collateral, there is no credit consequence to the borrower and the items are sold at a value price to retail consumers. “We usually have a nice selection of pre-owned electronics, jewelry, tools and musical instruments. I have been doing this for over 15 years and you

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never know what you are going to have come in.” he says.

Television reality shows such as "Pawn Stars" have helped to change the image of the industry. High prices for gold and other precious metals,

meanwhile, have brought out more people as borrowers and sellers. “Gold and silver prices have fluctuated quite a bit the last few years, but overall prices are still high and customers are getting good value for their jewelry.”

So whether you're looking to turn your unwanted jewelry or other valuables in to cash, or just looking for a good deal, visit Calvert Pawn.

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Letter to the Editor We would like to publicly thank Mr. Frank Taylor, owner of JT’s Kitchen in Sunderland, Md. and Mr. John Parker, owner of the World Gym, in Prince Frederick, Md. for the time and effort they put into our field trip on Tuesday, Oct. 20. We toured their facilities and they both took time out of their busy schedules to sit down with us and teach us what it takes to run a successful business. We learned from Mr. Parker that as a business owner you need to treat everyone you come into contact with respectfully because you never know when you might see them again. We learned from Mr. Taylor that no one can make you do any-

thing that you don’t want to do and that your personal connections to people are very important when you own your own business.

These two business owners gave back to their community by sharing invaluable information with future business leaders. The information provided on our field trip could never be taught in a classroom.

Huntingtown High School Business Management Capstone Students Submitted by Lynne Gillis, Teacher Huntingtown High School

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Office On Aging Calvert County Community Resources has an office that operates as an Area Agency on Aging.

It ensures programs and services for the older adult and disabled population based on federal, state and local guidelines and regulations.

The office provides congregate and home delivered meals daily to eligible older adults to ensure receipt of a nutritious meal. This requires coordination with Meals on Wheels Board for home delivered meals and developing nutrition policies as required by local health department. The office provides approximately 30,000 congregate meals and 23,000 home delivered meals per year.

Long term care services and supports for older adults assist seniors to remain in a home and community based setting as well as an advocate for long term care facility residents to ensure they receive appropriate care and services through the Senior Care, Ombudsman/Elder Abuse, In Home Care, Community First Choice (Medicaid) and Money.

It provides 24/7 case management to court appointed clients/wards who are 65 plus (guardian of person) to ensure clients are provided services and receive medical services that best suit their needs by attending required court hearings and Adult Public Guardianship Review Board meetings; providing case management to wards; and be on call 24/7 to respond to client needs as they arise.

To ensure older adults are offered and receive a variety of educational, recreational, leisure and health promotional activities and programs, the office oversees, develops, plans and promotes senior center activities, programs and trips; use of senior center; recruit instructors, presenters and volunteers; monitor and prepare instructor contracts; collect and provide senior center activity data; integrate Developmentally Disabled clients into senior center activities; ensure senior cen-

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ter coverage; order supplies for various programs; prepare check requests for trips; and prepares work requests for senior center issues.

The office provides information, assistance, intake assessment and advocacy for disabled and older adults by overseeing and providing the following social service grant programs: Maryland Access Point (MAP); Senior Information and Assistance (Sr. I&A); Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP); State Health Insurance Program (SHIP); Medicare Improvements for Patients & Providers Act (MIPPA); National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Legal Aid Services; Low Income Bus Passes. It provides outreach to the public regarding services; Developmental Disabilities case management; administers Maryland Energy Assistance Program; Project Lifesaver Program. It also assists with Christmas in April Program and administers Low Income Dental Program.

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Martial Arts Promote a Strong, Healthy Life Style

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County is home to a wide variety of martial arts studios, ensuring there is something for every age and ability level. Which one is right for you?

Master (Kwan Jang Nim, in Korean) Kyle Webber started taking Tae Kwon Do classes at the age of 13. He was getting picked on a lot at school. He wasn’t good at sports and was having trouble finding a group to fit in with. Around that time, Master Kyu Shim was starting the first Black Belt Academies in Southern Maryland. Tae Kwon Do was something new and, before Master Shim’s schools, there weren’t a lot of studios in the area.

The Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick teaches Olympic-style Tae Kwon Do. Master Kyu Shim opened the Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick in 2004 and Webber took the academy over a year and half later, at the age of 19.

Since Shim started the first Black Belt Academy the student population has grown large enough to hold two tournaments a year, one in the spring at Patuxent High School and one in the fall. This nice thing about martial arts, as opposed to team sports, is everyone competes against their own record and works at their own

pace.

Webber’s school offers classes for all levels throughout the day, including after school and evening classes.

Tae Kwon Do isn’t the only type of martial art available in the county. The Calvert MMA Academy opened in 2007, bringing instruction in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Thai Boxing to Southern Maryland for the first time, according to owner Jim Thrift. JiuJitsu is a more defensive style, while Thai Boxing focuses on stand up striking and is more aggressive. Calvert MMA celebrated its 10-year anniversary on Oct. 27.

According to the Calvert MMA website, “in addition to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Thai Boxing, we have had guest instructors teach American freestyle wrestling,

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western boxing, and Kodokan Judo at our academy. When we originally put ‘MMA’ in our name, we did it with the thought and purpose of MMA not being a ‘style’ of martial art, but the actual teaching of multiple martial art disciplines within one academy. Although we have students who compete in MMA events, today’s definition of MMA is not what we intended for the public perception of our academy. We are a MMA academy because we offer multiple styles of martial arts within the Calvert MMA Academy.”

Calvert MMA has students ages 4 to 70, Thrift said. One of the most recent additions to the lineup is a self-defense class designed for young women held on Mondays, he said.

Finding the right martial arts school takes patience, Webber said. Most places will let people try out their academy.

There is a large variety of schools with a wide array of class sizes and intensity levels. When it comes down to it, the right fit is an individual choice.

“You can kind of go with your gut,” Webber said.

Martial arts styles, promote physical health and a philosophy of control, according to Lusby-based Tae Kwon Heroes manager Arielle Park.

Tae Kwon Heroes has been open 10 years, and recently moved to a location near Food Lion in Lusby.

Martial arts give students an opportunity to learn to defend themselves and to build a lot of friendships. Involvement promotes an active and healthy lifestyle, he said.

The fall black belt academy tournament will be held on Nov. 14 at Shim’s academy in the Wildewood Shopping Center, located at 23415 Three Notch Rd. in California, Md. For more information about the Black Belt Academy, visit www.calvertmartialarts.com or call 410-414-7530. For more information about Calvert MMA, visit calvertmma.com or call 410-257-5425. For more information about Tae Kwon Heores, visit www.facebook.com/TaekwonHeroes or call 410-326-5411. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Via; best friend, Michael John “MJ” Rabasco; Laura “YaYa” Major; and many extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Ellen “Mommaw” Boyd.

Family received friends for Maddie’s Life Celebration on Monday, Oct. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m., and 5 to 8 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 1200 Charles St., La Plata, Md. 20646. A Celebration of Maddie’s Life, officiated by Pastor Charles Long, was taken place on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at noon at Grace Lutheran Church. Interment was private. Served, as pallbearers were John Major, Kelsey Major, Aaron Ruffo, Michael Welch, Jimmy Bunnell, and Adam Knight. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maddie Grace Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Grace Lutheran Church, 1200 Charles St., La Plata, Md., 20622. Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.

reader. Maddie adored her dog Bella, and loved arts and crafts, knitting, soccer, the beach, and shopping – especially at Target. She loved playing with her nieces, Morgan and Reagan, and her best friend, M.J. Maddie’s sense of humor made everyone laugh. She had the ability to smile through everything that she was forced to endure. Although she was a tiny girl, she made a huge difference in the lives of countless others. Maddie brought people together – her family, the community, and the world. When we think of love, we think of Maddie. As Maddie said, “Love. My only answer is love.” In addition to her parents, Maddie is also survived by her sisters, Candace Major of Waldorf, Md., Kelli Welch (Michael) of Hughesville, Md., Allie Major of Waldorf, Md., and Kelsey Major of Waldorf, Md.; brother, John Major of La Plata, Md.; nieces, Morgan and Reagan Welch; aunts and uncles, Karen Downs, Lisa Qualters (Kevin), Laura Sanford, John Major (Patricia), David Sanford, and Tom Major; godmother, Laura Lee

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Francis “Skip” Ward, Jr. (83), passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct .16, at home in Lusby, Md. Born Dec. 27, 1931 in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Francis Nash Ward, Sr. and Ellen Louise King. Skip was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 33 years, Barbara Jean Ward and is survived by his children, Connie Wallach and James Ward, Sr.; stepchildren, Barbara Shewbridge, Marla Miller, Patricia Hilton, Marsha Turner, Lisa Winegardner, and Sara DiRienzo; four Siblings; 20 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Throughout his life, Skip was often referred to as the gentle giant, a kind and humble man who was respected and loved by all who knew him. He loved his family, friends, and baseball and much of his spare time was spent rooting for his home team, the Washington Nationals. He was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard and a life member at both Clinton and Silver Hill Volunteer Fire Departments (VFD) in Prince George’s County, Md. During his 50+ years as a devoted member of Clinton VFD, he held numerous positions that were vital to the department, some of which include President, Vice President, Treasurer and various others. He was essential in overseeing the department’s daily operations and much of their success and achievements are attributed to his commitment, dedication and leadership. Skip’s Federal career began in 1963 with the Government Printing Office (GPO) as a Pressman. He spent the majority of his 30+ year tenure as a Pressman on the midnight shift and was extremely proud of

his work and the career he led. In 1992 he retired to the waterfront community of Mears Creek in Lusby, Md. where he and Jean resided since 1991. They shared a passion for the water and loved being out on their boat crabbing and fishing. They were greatly involved in their community and established friendships with many of their Mears Creek neighbors. Family, friends, and others whose lives Skip touched were invited to the Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach Md. 20732, on Wednesday, Oct. 28 for a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. with a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Interment followed in Md. Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. at 1 p.m. Contributions may be made to Clinton Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., 9025 Woodyard Rd., Clinton Md., 20735, www.clintonvfd. org, The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka KS 66675, woundedwarriorproject.org or Calvert County Hospice, P.O. Box 838 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick, Md., 20678, calverthospice.org. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, Md., 20657.

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Madison Grace Major, 10, of La Plata, Md. died on Oct. 20 at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington D.C., surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 31, 2005, in La Plata, Md., she is the cherished daughter of Timothy Lee Major and Robyn Marie Sanford Major of La Plata, Md. Maddie loved everything about life. She was determined, willful, and brave. Maddie enjoyed school, and attended the fourth grade at Grace Lutheran School, where she was an avid

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Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe

By Crista Dockray Staff Writer Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe brings back the tastes of the old days. An oldfashioned candy store with handmade chocolates is a great place for the person who wants to remember the candy from the good ol’ times or to taste a classic for the first time.

Owner Bonnie Blackwell started Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe in honor of her husband who, in 2001, was hit and killed by a drunk driver while running. He loved the old fashion candy Boston baked beans, which are peanuts covered in reddish chocolate shells that resemble baked beans when in bulk.

Blackwell thought she should open a store selling this sort of candy, so she began in a stall in Calvert Country Market. After a year or two of good business, she expanded into a larger space within the market.

Business still went strong, but in 2007, Calvert Country Market closed. Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe then moved to Third Street in North Beach and later expanded into their current St. Leonard location in 2010.

Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe sells handmade chocolates, toys, drink mixes for hot chocolate, coffee, and smoothies, sodas in glass bottles, old-fashioned candy, and more.

Blackwell is a self-taught chocolate maker and she makes everything from chocolate covered Oreos to white chocolate lemon bark and milk chocolate cordial cherries to dark chocolate orange jellies.

Their best selling chocolate would be their Old Bay chocolate crabs, which make a unique, salty and sweet treat.

The kids love the gummies and the BeanBoozled Jelly Bellies.

Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe holds birthday parties where kids get to play games and make and decorate their own chocolate pops. The shoppe holds tea parties and chocolate making classes as well.

They do special orders for events like weddings and baby showers and even offer chocolate paintings. Blackwell and her daughter will paint anything requested such as pets, portraits, celebrities and more.

They use chocolates ranging in white to

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dark as their color palette.

Coming up they will have 3D chocolate pumpkins for Halloween (fudge filled or solid chocolate), 3D turkeys for Thanksgiving, and Christmas candies.

During Christmas, Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe allows customers to purchase a small Santa bag of chocolate for military families or soldiers overseas. The customer will leave the names and addresses and Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe will send it to wherever it needs to go. Last year the shoppe sent out over 50 pounds.

Make sure to stop by Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe to pick up some candy for Halloween. They will be handing out chocolate on their porch to any children that come by.

Sweet Dreams Candy Shoppe is located at 4902 St. Leonard Rd. in St. Leonard.

Their hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. and closed on Mondays. For more information, call 410-610-3669, follow them on Facebook or Twitter or visit www.sweetdreamscandyshop.com. crista@countytimes.net

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Evaluation Data Reveals Some Differences Between Schools, Systems

Local Schools Celebrate Teen Read Week

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

High schools throughout Calvert County celebrated teen read week Oct. 18 through 24.

Teen read week is sponsored by Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), which is a subsidiary of the American Library Association, according to Calvert High School Media Assistant Sharon Kruder.

“I feel like in today’s world, teens forget they can read,” Kruder said, explaining that Teen Read Week is designed to encourage teens to read for fun.

Students have so much on their plates, between school, jobs, sports, and other extracurriculars, that they forget about picking up a book and reading just because they want to.

During teen read week, each library did something different, including activities and displays, Kruder said.

Every year, YALSA chooses a different theme for Teen Read Week. This year’s theme was “Get Away at your Library.”

At Calvert High School, library staff put out books about travel and exotic locations, prompting students to pick them up as they go through the library between classes.

“It’s nice to see the written word is so important to some students,” Kruder said.

a highly effective teacher than students in high poverty schools. Students in low poverty schools are nearly three times more likely to have a highly effective principal.

• Students in low minority schools are four times more likely to have a highly effective teacher than students in high minority schools. Students in low minority schools are more than twice as likely to have a principal rated highly effective than those in high minority schools.

• Tenured teachers are more likely to be rated highly effective -- and less likely to be rated ineffective -- than untenured teachers.

• There is significant variation between school systems in their teacher and principal effectiveness ratings.

All 24 of Maryland’s school systems are now participating in the Statewide Teacher and Principal Evaluation Program.

There are 43,818 teacher ratings included in today’s release, along with 1,101 principal ratings. The largest participating systems (Prince George’s County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, and Howard County) represent two-thirds of the ratings. The full range of data from Frederick and Montgomery Counties will be provided in the summer 2016.

MSDE has involved all 24 school systems and various stakeholders in the professional development process for Teacher and Principal Evaluation. In 2014, MSDE and the Maryland State Board of Education joined the Maryland State Education Association, Public School Superintendents Association of Maryland, Maryland Association of Boards of Education, Maryland Association of Secondary School Principals, Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals, and the Baltimore Teachers Union in a Memorandum of Understanding pledging to coordinate resources and strategies in the development of rigorous and measurable SLOs as part of that process.

Several reports on Maryland’s Teacher-Principal Evaluation system have already been released. For example, “Change in Practice in Maryland: Student Learning Objectives and Teacher and Principal Evaluation,” issued last month by the Community Training and Assistance Center and the Mid-Atlantic Comprehensive Center of WestEd, found that support continues to grow for the evaluation process. Educators are embracing the use of SLOs as a tool to measure student growth and improve instruction.

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More Evidence That Maryland's Educators Are Making The Grade

Teacher and principal effectiveness ratings showed improved precision across Maryland, according to the second annual State report card on educator evaluations.

In the second full report, completed last school year, 97.4 percent of teachers were rated either “highly effective” or “effective” in the state’s three-tiered rating system, a slight increase over 201314. Likewise, 97.8 percent of principals were rated either “effective” or “highly effective.”

While overall ratings for educators remain high, differences in the percentage of effective educators are emerging between schools and school systems.

“Our goal is to make certain all of our students, no matter where they live, have access to great teachers and school leaders,” said Interim State Superintendent of Schools Jack R. Smith. “Maryland has thousands of great educators. Our school systems can use this data to further improve classrooms, schools, and student success.”

The data, unveiled today before the Maryland State Board of Education, is based on the 2014-15 school year.

It found that 44.55 percent of teachers were rated “highly effective,” the top tier of the three part rating system.

Likewise, 47.1 percent of principals were rated “highly effective,” under the evaluation system.

Maryland school systems have spent the past five years developing TPE programs. Every Maryland school has begun to see the benefits from the professional development and collaboration used to develop Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) to guide instruction.

Systems are currently in the third year of implementing new evaluation systems, and MSDE will continue to monitor progress in that implementation.

Today’s data release marks the second annual statewide effort to evaluate teacher and principal effectiveness based in part on student growth.

Each school district could develop its own evaluation system within State parameters, or could use a State-developed system. In the end, each district constructed an evaluation model based on its own interests, and each local superintendent and head of the local bargaining unit signed off on the design.

Evaluations were based on two factors: (1) professional practice – items such as education, leadership and observation; and (2) student growth. For the first two years of the evaluation system, student growth will be calculated exclusively by using the SLOs. SLOs are measurable instructional goals established for a specific group of students over a set period of time.

Today’s report found: • Students in low poverty schools are more than two times more likely to have

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Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center held the annual Halloween in the Garden on Oct. 24.

Many preschools, local companies and food vendors came out to celebrate along with the patrons to spread the word to people around the county about their businesses. Come out next year for some spooky and sweet times to help support and learn about the community with the whole family.

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Community Resources Come Together

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer A large number of service organizations gathered at Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick to give information to the community and each other. Service organizations at Community Resources Day included the Carol M. Proto Treatment Center, the Arc of Southern Maryland, the Calvert Mediation Center, Project ECHO, adult education of Calvert County, and the Calvert County Health Department.

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Senior Citizen News Win a Ceramic Christmas Tree The ceramics class from all three senior centers will be raffling a ceramic Christmas Tree from Nov. 2 to 13. Tickets will cost $1 for one chance and $5 for six chances. Stop by the ceramics room at any senior center to get your tickets. The winner will be drawn Nov. 13. All proceeds will go to the ceramics paint fund.

Legal Aid Attorney services are available by appointment regarding SSI, benefit denials, disability payments, Social Security and SSI overpayments, debtor and consumer problems, advance directives, and tenant issues.

A Legal Aid attorney will be at Calvert Pines Senior Center, Thursday, Nov. 12, 1 to 3 p.m. Call for an appointment, 410-5354606 or 301-855-1170.

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AARP Driver Safety Class An AARP Driver Safety class will be held at Calvert Pines Senior Center, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. Fee: $15/AARP members, $20/non-members. Pre-registration required. For more information, call 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.

Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer!

The AARP Tax-Aide program, sponsored by the Calvert County Office on Aging, is looking for volunteers to serve as tax counselors to prepare, review and efile 2015 tax returns at each of the three senior centers in 2016. Volunteers can give a few hours a week or more, if desired. All Tax-Aide volunteers will be required to pass the IRS and Maryland certification tests. Training will be offered in late 2015 and/or early 2016.

If this volunteer opportunity interests you, contact Patti Ryon at the Office on Aging, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.

Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Celebrate Kermit the Frog’s birthday by watching The Muppet Movie, Monday, Nov. 2, 12:35 p.m.

A Bi-County Senior Pool Tournament will be held, Thursday, Nov. 12, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Preregistration required.

North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Join the Lunch Bunch at Abner’s Crab House, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 12:30 p.m. Cost of meal and gratuity are on your own. Preregistration required.

Celebrate Veteran’s Day with a Men and Women’s Breakfast, Friday, Nobember 6, 8 a.m. Pre-registration required.

Library Lovers Make Book Recommendations Librarians and library volunteers met at Calvert Library Prince Frederick on Oct. 23 to talk about book recommendations.

The readers advisory group normally meets twice per year to talk about different reads that would appeal to a variety of age groups.

Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Did you tap dance as a child or have you wanted to learn? Come to the Tap and Soft Shoe Dance Class beginning Monday, Nov. 2, 10:30 a.m. Bring tap or leather soled shoes, no sneakers. Free.

Enjoy a continental Breakfast for U.S. Military Veterans, Thursday, Nov. 12, 9:30 a.m. Pre-register by Nov. 6.

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Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748.

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BLEACHERS A View From The The Stable Majority v. Trolls

By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer When the undefeated Michigan Wolverines hosted the undefeated Michigan State Spartans a couple of weeks ago, I didn’t have an obvious dog in the fight. I’ve never even visited Michigan. Maybe I flew west via Detroit but I can’t say for sure.

I’ve bought a lot of albums from Detroit natives Kid Rock and Eminem, though. I shamelessly sing Bob Seger songs in the car. The beers from Bells Brewery in Comstock, Michigan are delightful. Does that qualify me to choose sides in the state’s biggest rivalry? The Wolverine state’s collective response to my overture: “Meh.” Fair enough. True to my inescapable mid-Atlantic form, I watched the game with passing interest.

Michigan’s coach, Jim Harbaugh, was fascinating, as always. Michigan State’s quarterback looked good.

Maybe he could help a certain pro football team in D.C.? Other than that, the hope was simply for good competition.

It delivered. Michigan led 10-7 at halftime, 20-14 at the end of the third quarter and 23-21 with 10 seconds left. Then it happened: The cruelty of high-level, competitive athletics bit the Wolverines. Michigan’s punter mishandled a low snap and compounded the error by fumbling the ball. Michigan State scooped it up and scored a game-winning touchdown as time expired.

In East Lansing, the reaction was joyous chaos. In Ann Arbor, and among Michigan nation at large, a celebration was replaced with complete devastation in ten seconds flat.

Some handled the disappointment better than others.

The punter’s name is Blake O’Neill. He’s a 22-year-old graduate transfer from Weber State. He hails originally from Melbourne, Australia and has played a lot more Australian rules football than American Football. But none of that matters.

O’Neill is now synonymous with the fumbled punt, the gut-wrenching loss and dashed national title hopes.

He’s in the goat fraternity with Bill Buckner and Scott Norwood, poor souls whose gaffs lead their Wiki pages.

Despite O’Neill’s botching of a basic football play at the worst of all moments, the majority of disappointed Wolverine faithful kept perspective. Was it a gut punch? Did it

hurt? Might it be a bother for years?

Will the sight of anything green or reruns of the movie 300 cause irritation? Indeed. But what was lost?

Ultimately “just” a football game.

The sun will rise. Taxes will come due. Donald Trump will insult… everyone. O’Neill will punt again.

Michigan football will survive. Life will go on.

The rational thought was far from universal, though. O’Neill received hate mail, including death threats and even suicidal suggestions such as jumping off of a cliff and guzzling bleach.

That’s the world now. Everyone has a microphone and when someone loses a game – a game – degenerates rush to their Twitter and Facebook accounts to wish death on their sudden enemies. Humanity is lost.

Primal tendencies feast. There’s an alarming disrespect for the human being on the other end and how the denigration will impact the target’s life. Oh no, such moments inspire social media trolls, equipped with direct lines to the perpetrator, to exact revenge against those who wronged them: wedgie-administering high school jocks, employers who laid them off, girls who broke their hearts, the mom who didn’t hug them enough, the fraternity that rejected their pledge, the dad for passing down his balding gene and their god for not giving them elite athletic prowess. Because in O’Neill’s situation, the trolls (in their twisted minds) would have done better. They would have executed the punt. Sure.

Truth is, their continence is challenged imagining such things; nerves compromise their performance while playing video games at noon on a random Tuesday.

The good news is O’Neill is doing fine. The stable majority of the Michigan community and the school’s Athletic Director have come to his defense. Crisis averted…this time.

But there’s a Blake O’Neill in every in every town and a lot of them are much younger, much more emotionally vulnerable and lack the support afforded a player at a major college program. Collectively, our stable majority needs to protect those kids.

They are inevitably in our schools.

They might be playing in our cul-desacs. They could even be our own.

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Thursday, October 29, 2015

Mopar Action at MDIR on Saturday

On Friday, Oct. 30, MDIR will host the Speed Unlimited Midnight Madness & Grand Champion Run-Off! The Midnight Madness series is a great place to check out street legal drag racing, hang out with your friends, enjoy great food, meet new people, and cruise the pits. You can even enter your own streetcar or street bike into the event for time runs, grudge runs, or trophy racing. The event will feature Pro Street, Super Street, Hollyrock Customs Diesel Shootout, Motorcycle, and the Grand Champion Run-Off. It’s safe, fun, affordable, and legal. Gates will open at 6 p.m., racing starts at 6:30 p.m., and eliminations start at 10 p.m. General Admission for adults is $10, and kids 11 & under are free. Racer entry fee is just $20.

Maryland International Raceway will host the rescheduled 23rd annual Mopar Eastern Classic on Saturday, October 31st! This is an all Mopar, AMC, Jeep Eagle, Car Show, Drag Race, and Swap Meet! The event will feature Bunny Burkett & The Boys with a Funny Car Match Race, plus showroom condition Nostalgia Super Stocks from the sixties, the Mopar Top Sportsman Quick 8, the Wheel Stand Contest, a Custom Car Show, F.A.S.T. vs The World Shootout, and E.T. Drag Racing! Do you have used Mopar parts you’d like to sell or buy? Be sure to check out

the Mopar Swap Meet. So come to show, race, swap, or watch this fun family event.

Gates open at 9 a.m., time runs start at 10 a.m., car show judging from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., elimination start at 3 p.m., and car show awards are at 4 p.m. Top ET entry fee is $40, Mod ET entry fee is $40, and Street ET entry fee is $30. Car Show entry fee is $30. Swap Meet space is just $10 plus admission. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for Juniors 12-15, and Children 6-11 is just $5.

On Sunday, November 1st, MDIR will host a full day Test & Tune. Time runs and grudge racing all day long! A $1,000 to win gamblers race will also be held for E.T. bracket racers. So bring your grudge matches, street cars, pro cars, bracket cars, imports, motorcycles, and Jr. Dragsters to MDIR! Gates open at 10 a.m., eliminations begin at 3 p.m., and the gates close at 6 p.m. Admission is just $15 and kids 11 & under are free. Test & Tune entry fee is $30 and No Time entry fee is $40.

For more information on these events call 301-884-RACE, visit us at www.

RaceMDIR.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ RaceMDIR.

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Are you looking for a scary good time? Check out some of the Halloween events and haunted houses near you!

1785 Howlin’ Haunted Halloween 5K Run/ Walk & Kids’ Run Charlotte Hall Northern Senior Center (29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall) – 8:30 a.m.

Haunted Houses Twisted Fields of Terror Spider Hall Farm, 3915 Hallowing Point Rd., Prince Frederick Open Saturdays and Sundays Oct. 2 – 31, 7-11 p.m. www.twistedfieldsofterror.com 410-414-9744 Zombie paintball ride: Take a ride through zombie infested fields on our large 16 passenger paintball trailers and prepare to defend yourself against hoards of infected zombies trying to over take your world. The only thing protecting you from certain infection is your own paintball gun and as many paintballs as you can shoot!

Backwoods Haunted Corn Maze: As you begin your walk down the path of others misfortune, you begin to wonder if you should continue or turn around. Witness the macabre life style of the local Griner Brothers family. Pray that you can make it through with out becoming their next meal, as you come to realize that the Griner family are cannibals. $15 per attraction $25 combo pack

Laurel’s House of Horror 935 Fairlawn Ave., Laurel, Md. laurelhaunt.com Thursday and Sunday, 7 – 10 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 7 – 11 p.m.

Oct. 29, 7 – 10 p.m.

Phone: 240-462-6700 Chesapeake Woods Massacre 2859 Augustine Herman Hwy., Chesapeake City, Md. www.chesapeakewoodsmassacre.com Attraction is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting Sept. 26 through Nov. 2. Doors open at 7 p.m.

They feature over an hour of terror for $10.

The Haunts at Screamland Farms 7612 Willow Rd., Frederick, Md. – 7 p.m. www.screamlandfarms.com Cumberland Farms runs four attractions every Friday and Saturday night. Tickets are $10 for one attraction, $20 for two, and $27 for three. Corrupted Corn features inbred misfits, psychic clowns, snake handlers, and lots of bugs and rats. Hayride of Horrors is about zombie carnage. The Barn of Bedlam was an insane asylum that held Hannibal the Cannibal and Chainsaw Charlie. Since their escape it is just a bloodbath. Cumberland also runs many daytime activities in the fall including their corn maze, giant slides, playground, cart track, and Zombie Paintball.

Trunk-or Treat St. Paul UMC (11000 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby)

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– 1 p.m.

Join us as St Paul United Methodist Church and the Optimist Club of Solomon’s hosts its first Trunk or Treat event! Children of all ages are welcome (Please be thoughtful of our younger children...no scary costumes). There will be games, food, and a trunk decorating contest. Free Event.

Trunk or Treat Chancellor’s Run Regional Park (21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills) – 5 to 7 p.m.

Living Hope Church will be having “Trunk or Treat” at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park.

We will have vehicles decorated with themes and the trunks will be loaded with treats! This event is a free family event for all ages. For more information please contact children@ livinghopemd.com. Come on out and get your free candy!

PFVRS Trunk or Treat Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad (755 Solomons Island Rd., Prince Frederick) – 6 p.m.

Join us for a spooky, ooky, cooky monster mash. Please wear your costume and bring your trunk or treat bag. Donations are welcome.

Nightmare ScreamPlex 18031 Central Park Cir., Boyds, Md. – 7 p.m. www.nightmare-manor.com Nightmare Screamplex is a full entertainment haunted attraction. Besides the 3 attractions you can enjoy the paintball shooting range, tarot card reading, live magic, the bonfire, a moon bounce, and an outdoor theater. They are open Friday and Saturday nights until 11 p.m., 10 p.m. other nights. Tickets are $25 per person. Check their website for discounts.

Family nights are Oct. 5 and Nov. 1.

located about 5 miles south of Annapolis. Check out their all new scenes and screams this year.

Cox’s Point Haunted Mansion 820 Riverside Dr., Essex, Md. – Opens Oct. 3 Saturday and Sundays, 7 to 11 p.m. www.coxspoint.org Cox’s Point has a long history in the Maryland area. It has been running since 1968. Tickets are $10.

Bennett’s Curse 8024 Max Blobs Park Rd., Jessup, Md. www.bennettscurse.com Bennett’s Curse is known as the “House of the Vampire”. This might be “the” haunted house attraction to see in Maryland. There are three attractions named Inferno 3D, Sanction of Insanity, and Midieval Underworld. Two of these are brand new and must see attractions. Doors open at 7 pm. The theme is about what lies beneath in the underworld or hell. Lots of torture, dungeon cells, and diabolical instruments in rooms with incredible monsters. The attraction play well with this theme. Tickets are $30.

Doors close at 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday or 10 p.m. on other nights.

Heidi’s Haunted Hills 13 Jessie Rd., Harwood/Edgewater, Md. – Opens Oct. 1 www.heidishauntedhills.com Heidi’s is one spectacular haunted trail now entering their 6th Halloween season. Come walk the trail and scream in the woods. They are open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights during October.

Doors are open from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $15. Discounts available for canned food donation. Heidi’s is

Saturday, Oct. 31

Trunk of Treats 2015 ~ Candytown Grace Brethren Church (13000 Zekiah Dr., Waldorf) – 6 p.m.

Grace Brethren Presents Trunk of Treats 2015 ~ Candytown Join us for a safe night of fun as we turn our soccer field into a game of Candytown with Treats, Music, Games, Inflatables, Costumes, Face painting. This event is for the whole family.

Costume & Candy Crawl Lexington Village Shopping Center (46360 Lexington Village Way, Lexington Park) – 11 a.m.

Dress in your Halloween best and Trick-or Treat in the shopping center! The shops and restaurants of Lexington Village will provide goodies.

Trick or Treat bags may be picked up at Gentle Green Dental Care at the beginning of the event. While there, stop in and see local author, Joyce Judd who will be at Gentle Green from sharing her book, “Halloween Fright on a Chesapeake Night!”

For more details visit www.facebook.com/ events/1020472508012746/.

Trunk or Treat Mother Catherine Spalding (38833 Chaptico Rd, Mechanicsville) – 7 p.m.

Please join us for some ghoulish games, freaky fun, and trunk or treating! Kids 10 and under dress in costume for a fun way to trick or treat. This event is open to all in the community and a free event!

Contact eventsatmca@gmail.com for any questions or to reserve your free spot in the trunk or treat decorating contest. Best decorated trunk will win a prize!

Howl-O-Scream Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar (10440 Odonnell Pl., Waldorf) – 11 a.m.

Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar will be hosting the Humane Society of Charles County.

Please bring your well-behaved leashed pets to enjoy lunch and appetizers on the (heated) patio.

We will have a Costume Contest for dogs and people!

Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!

Movie Night: Hocus Pocus La Plata Library (2 Garrett Ave., La Plata) – 6:30 p.m.

It’s monthly movie night! Grab a friend and sit back and relax while we watch Hocus Pocus!

301-934-9001

Friday, Oct. 30

Event Website is at sites.google.com/site/ howlinhauntedhalloween5k/home Course will begin and end at the Northern Senior Center. The course will be on the Charlotte Hall Three-Notch Trail. The course is relatively flat. There is a plan to measure the course for USATF certification.

Premium Guaranteed correct-size commemorative T-shirts for registrants before Oct. 15, 2015.

Medals & Prizes to the Top 3 men and top 3 women overall. Medals to top 3 male & female in each age group; 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69, and 70 & over. Best Costumed runners will also be recognized.

Packet Pickup 7 to 8:15 a.m.

Register online at www.active.com/charlot t e -h al l-md /r u n n i ng /d ist a nce -r u n n i ngraces/1785-howlin-haunted-halloween-2015.

Spooky Halloween Events

Entertainment

Kim’s Krypt 431 Eastern Blvd., Essex, Md. www.kimskrypt.com Kim’s has been operating for over 20 years. Yes there really is a Kim. Tickets are $20. Opening night party is Sept. 26th. Attraction is open from 7 until 10:30 p.m. Lots of history, great scares, guest celebrities and also hearse rides are available.

Thursday, October 29, 2015

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November, Month Long

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Calendar

“Artworks@7th & Friends” Arts Exhibit Artwork@7th (9100 Bay Ave., North Beach) – Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For the November Gallery Art Show, Artworks @ 7th Fine Art & Unique Gifts is offering our customers and visitors something special…and a little different. Instead of featuring the works of a current Gallery member, the November Gallery exhibit will showcase the artistic skills and creativity of some of the talented friends and acquaintances of our Gallery members. The show, aptly titled “Artworks@7th & Friends,” will feature works submitted by local artists, not currently affiliated with the Gallery, who were invited to participate by Gallery members. So come on out and explore the assortment of distinctive and creative works representing a variety of artistic media that will be on exhibit.

The show will run from Thursday, Nov. 5 through Sunday, Nov. 29, with a “Meet the Artists” Opening Reception on Saturday, Nov. 7th, from 5 to 8 p.m. If you can’t make the reception, then come by any other time during our normal business hours. Our telephone number is 410-286-5278 or you can visit our website at www.artworksat7th.com or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Artworkat7th. And while you’re at it you can also see the works our member artists have been producing or just get out of the house and do something that’s free, visually appealing, and fun. Beautiful fabrics; jewelry for the young and the not so young; still life, landscape, and abstract paintings of various styles and techniques; photographs of the familiar and not so familiar; and ceramics, pottery and wood-sculptures, are just a few of the artworks available for you to peruse and enjoy. So come on out!

Thursday, Oct. 29 Zumba Gold- Toning Sunderland Elementary School (150 C Jones Rd., Sunderland) - 7 p.m.

This class is Zumba Gold Toning class - a dance/fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. Come see what it’s all about. We have a great group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.

Health Department 2015 Flu Vaccination Clinic Huntingtown High School (4125 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown) - 4 to 7 p.m.

The Health Department will be a conducting a community flu clinic. The injectable vaccine will be available for ages 6 months and up. We have a limited supply of FluMist available for people age 2-49 years. There is a $20 fee for all vaccinations. Please pay by check or cash. Medicare Part B is accepted. We have a limited supply of FREE injectable vaccine for Pre-K thru 5th grade students. Please go to www.calverthealth.org or call the health department’s flu information line at 410-535-5400 x349 or 301-855-1353 x349 for more information.

Friday, Oct. 30 Clubhouse Childcare Fall Festival 4190 Hunting Creek Rd., Huntingtown - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Fun for all ages! Moon bounces, popcorn, giveaways/ trick or treating, face painting, cotton candy, and games.

Halloween Event Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (9463 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Join us for a fun Halloween event for the entire family. Once again Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church is holding its popular Trunk or Treat. The parking lot will be lined with cars and trucks; their trunks will be open, decorated and filled with treats. There also will be games and lots of fun at this safe, free, family event for the entire community. For more information, call 410-231-2075, go to our website www.shep-

herdofthebay.com or find us on Facebook.

Saturday, Oct. 31 Texas Hold’Em Tournament American Legion Post 206, Rt. 260 (3330 Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake Beach) - 3 p.m. $100 Buy-in. Public Welcome. Doors open at 3 p.m.; Games start at 4 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 in the Upper Level Hall of the Post located on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach.

Questions may be directed to Karen Miller at 301-855-0188. www.ALpost206.org Zumba Step at the Beach NE Community Center (Chesapeake Beach) - 9 to 10 a.m.

This class combines all of the step toning and strengthening for your legs and glutes and all of the Zumba fitness-party fun you love. Try it once and you will be hooked. No experience necessary. Aerobic step boards will be provided.

When the weather is warm, we hold class under the gazebo outside. For more info, email me at Zumbabonnie@comcast.net.

Trunk or Treat St. Paul UMC (11000 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 1 to 5 p.m.

Join us as St Paul United Methodist Church and the Optimist Club of Solomon’s hosts its first Trunk or Treat event! Children of all ages are welcome (Please be thoughtful of our younger children...no scary costumes). There will be games, food, and a trunk decorating contest.

Trunk or Treat Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad (755 Solomons Island Rd. South, Prince Frederick) 6 to 9 p.m.

This invitation is for ghouls and goblins of all ages. Join us for a spooky, ooky, cooky monster mash. Please wear your costume and bring your trunk or treat bag. Donations are welcome.

Sunday, Nov. 1 Stackable Sterling Silver Rings Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell) - 1 to 4 p.m.

Member Cost: $40. Nonmember Cost: $45.

Materials Fee: $40 due to instructor at class.

Instructor: Tricia Hall. Learn basic metal jewelry techniques (metalsmithing, torch soldering, texturing) to create four different ring designs.

Each kit includes supplies to create 4 rings per person. No experience needed. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Quarter Auction Dunkirk Fire Department (3710 W. Ward Rd., Dunkirk) - 1 p.m.

Quarter Auction to benefit the Dunkirk Ladies Auxiliary. Doors Open at 12 p.m. Auction Starts at 1 p.m.

CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: The Unified Jazz Ensemble College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus (115 J W Williams Rd., Prince Frederick) - 3 p.m.

CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: The Unified Jazz Ensemble, jazz quartet. Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. Based in Annapolis, the Unified Jazz Ensemble is dedicated to bringing the best of jazz to audiences of all ages. Founded in 1992 as the first jazz group in the National Endowment for the Arts Rural Residency Arts Initiative, the ensemble has performed across the U.S. and internationally, engaging listeners in innovative performances of jazz standards and original compositions. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. Free. rfleming@csmd.edu, 443-5506011, csmd.edu/Arts/WardVirts/index.html.

Pastor Farmer Trinity United Methodist Church (90 Church St.,

Thursday, October 29, 2015

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Prince Frederick) - 8:30 a.m.to Noon Trinity United Methodist Church celebrates its 60th Anniversary. Former Pastor James Farmer will preach at all three services. Receptions in the Gathering Room, nursery care available at all services. For more information, contact Lisa Wisniewski at 443-532-5229.

Monday, Nov. 2 Girls Night Out: Holiday Platters Annmarie Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell) - 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Additional Dates: Nov. 16.

Time(s): 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. both nights.

Age Group: must be 21 and older.

Member Cost: $85. Nonmember Cost: $90.

Grab your favorite snack and join us for a fun night out as we use clay slabs to create large platters with seasonal and holiday themes perfect for this season! Learn basic handbuilding techniques and develop your own unique forms, patterns, and textures. Decorate your work with colorful glazes and use your dishwasher and oven-safe creations all winter long. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Zumba at Dunkirk Fire Department Dunkirk Fire Department (3170 W Ward Rd., Dunkirk) - 7 to 8 p.m.

This class is Zumba Gold Toning - a dance/ fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary.

This class will be held on the ground floor through the rear parking lot. Drop in fee is only $5, with greater discounts on multi-class passes. For more info, email me at Zumbabonnie@comcast.net

Tuesday, Nov. 3 Intro to Glass Bead-Making Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Art Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell) - 6 to 9 p.m.

Series: 3-class series, member cost: $110, and nonmember cost: $125. Materials Fee: All materials provided. Instructor: Robyn Strayer.

Explore the art of making glass beads using a Hot Head torch and Moretti glass rods. Students learn glass rods on mandrel bead techniques as well as studio safety. Each student will make several beads of various shapes and surface decorations including stringer use and application. Materials included. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org.

Girls Night Out: Holiday Platters Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell) - 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Series: Two-class series, age group: must be 21 and older, member cost: $85 and nonmember cost: $90. Materials Fee: all materials included. Instructor: Sarah Houde. Grab your favorite snack and join us for a fun night out as we use clay slabs to create large platters with seasonal and holiday themes perfect for this season! Learn basic hand-building techniques and develop your own unique forms, patterns, and textures. Decorate your work with colorful glazes and use your dishwasher and ovensafe creations all winter long. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org.

Zumba at Dunkirk Fire Department Dunkirk Fire Department (3170 W Ward Rd., Dunkirk) - 7 to 8 p.m.

This class is Zumba Gold Toning - a dance/ fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary.This class will be held on the ground floor through the rear parking lot. Drop in fee is only $5, with greater discounts on multi-class passes. For more info, email me at Zumbabonnie@comcast.net.

Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons) - 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Leaves, Leaves, Falling Down. Trees grow tall to reach the sun, put down deep roots, and are lush and green in warmer months, but what happens in winter? Through movement, story, and song, learn about trees and have fun playing with leaves. Program includes a walk around the grounds.

Steak Dinner - Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206, Rt. 260 (3330 Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake Beach) - 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Order your Steak direct from the Grill-Master.

The $15 price tag includes all the trimmings and a beverage. Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-Level dining room. Public welcome. For more information, call (301)855-6466. www.ALpost206. org.

Zumba Gold- Toning Sunderland Elementary School (150 C Jones Rd., Sunderland) - 7 p.m.

This class is Zumba Gold Toning class - a dance/fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. Come see what it’s all about. We have a great group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.

Wednesday, Nov. 4 JobSource Mobile Career Center Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish (10210 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Looking for employment and job search assistance? The JobSource Mobile Career Center and staff are available to assist you the first Wednesday of every month. The Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center is a free job search and placement resource.

The Center makes job-hunting tools available to everyone in our community. Center staff helps you plan job searches, apply for jobs on-line, create resumes and cover letters and answer career development questions. The center has 12 computer stations where you can search for local, state and national jobs.

Pizza Night - Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206, Rt. 260 (3330 Chesapeake Ave., Chesapeake Beach) - 5 to 8 p.m.

The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will host their Wednesday Pizza night in the Lower Level Dining Room.

Cost is $8 plus $1 per extra topping. For information, call (301) 855-6644 or visit www.

ALPost206.org.

Thursday, Nov. 5 Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons) - 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Leaves, Leaves, Falling Down. Trees grow tall to reach the sun, put down deep roots, and are lush and green in warmer months, but what happens in winter? Through movement, story, and song, learn about trees and have fun playing with leaves. Program includes a walk around the grounds.

Zumba Gold- Toning Sunderland Elementary School (150 C Jones Rd., Sunderland) - 7 p.m.

This class is Zumba Gold Toning class - a dance/fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. Come see what it’s all about. We have a great group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.

The Calvert County Times

Thursday, October 29, 2015

October, Month Long • Oct. Artist of the month: Jen Poteet; water medium.

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach

Thursday, Oct. 29 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons – 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun.

• Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 5 to 6 p.m.

Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, it’s easy.

• Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, it’s easy. Younger children will need the help of an adult.

• Halloween Evening Storytime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Join us for a fun evening of Halloween stories and songs. Costumes welcome!

• Halloween Evening Storytime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings – 7 to 8 p.m.

Slightly spooky family storytime for children of all ages. Costumes are optional!

Friday, Oct. 30 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m.

Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.

Saturday, Oct. 31 • Lego Mania Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session.

Each session will close with sharing time.

Legos supplied by library.

• November: HERBLOCK Political Cartoonist Exhibit on Democracy Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way Herb Block believed in the greatness of America. His life and work was, in itself, an exercise in freedom of speech, freedom of the press and equality. Herblock used his talents to present important questions and challenges that words alone cannot: We must vote, meet our civic responsibilities, pay taxes and expect the best of our elected government officials to work on behalf of all the people.

The clarity of his message and artistic style

were perfectly fused, providing transparency, a humorous and telling look at our leaders, ourselves and the world.

Monday, Nov. 2 • Monday Morning Movies & More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11 a.m.

Bring the little ones for a movie and a story!

• On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 1 to 4 p.m.

Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.

• Drop-in Minecraft Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Try your hand at building and participate in special projects using minecraft.edu. No registration!

• Operation T4T (Treats for Troops) Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Grades 5 and up please join us for a night of giving back to our troops stationed overseas.

We will write letters and create artwork for care packages to the soldiers. Bring your leftover Halloween candy to share with the troops! Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 3 • Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, It’s easy. Younger children will need the help of an adult.

• Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 6 to 9 p.m.

Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill.

• Manga Otaku Creator’s Night Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Teen and tween otaku (fans of Japanese comics and anime) will develop the skills to draw their own comics! Artist/illustrator (and Calvert librarian) McNevin Hayes will guide you through the basics of visual storytelling for comics. Please register.

• Writers by the Bay @ the Library Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Looking for a writers’ group? All writers and would-be writers are welcome to come for critique & camaraderie.

Wednesday, Nov. 4 • Cinema Café Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Considered by most to be the greatest film

about the Presidency of all time, this 1976 American political thriller is based on the book All the President’s Men by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward. Perfect film to show and discuss on a Nov. 4! Lights go down at 6:00 pm and popcorn will be served.

• Book Discussion Lotus Café, 14618 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons - 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Recurring monthly book discussion held at Lotus Café. This month is “The Language of Flowers,” Vanessa Diffenbaugh. Co-sponsored by Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Thursday, Nov. 5 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons – 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun.

• Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 3 p.m.

Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resume and cover letter.

If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. One printed copy helps. Please register.

• Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 5 to 6 p.m.

Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, It’s easy.

• Tween Night: Paws Are Our Cause Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Tweens will make cat beds and dog toys during this event. The beds and toys will be donated to a local animal shelter. Please bring a bag of unopened dog or cat food or a gently used clean towel or blanket. There will also be information available on other community volunteer opportunities. Please register.

• Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th – 6th grade students are invited to this series of events which uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading! Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack will be provided. This month’s topic: Hail to the Chief.

Please register.

Friday, Nov. 6 • On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 1 to 4 p.m.

Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.

• JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819

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Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 1 to 4 p.m.

Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access.

Saturday, Nov. 7 • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – noon to 3 p.m.

Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun!

Join us! Please register.

• Lego Mania Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session.

Each session will close with sharing time.

Legos supplied by library.

Monday, Nov. 9 • Monday Morning Movies & More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 10 to 11 a.m.

Bring the little ones for a movie and a story!

• On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 1 to 4 p.m.

Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.

• Drop-in Minecraft Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings – 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Try your hand at building and participating in special projects using minecraft.edu. No registration!

• Lego Mania Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session.

Each session will close with sharing time.

Legos supplied by library.

• Book Discussion Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

“Old School” by Tobias Wolff. The setting is a New England prep school in the early 1960’s.

The boys’ lives revolve around the English teachers and a fiercely competitive writing contest.

Contact your Local Library!

Fairview: 410-257-2101 Twin Beaches: 410-257-2411 Prince Frederick : 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 Southern: 410-326-5289 www.calvert.lib.md.us

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