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Calvert Drug Court Marks First Year

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her letter stated. “We have worked hard and have a great need for After nearly a year of this treatment court in operation Calvert CounCalvert County,” Clagty’s Adult Drug Court is ett wrote. “We have had marking initial success in 11 drug overdose deaths the program but its ultifor the first half of the mate success in diverting year...” addicts from returning Sheriff Mike Evans Sheriff Mike Evans to drug abuse is yet to be said the program would known. be a success. A letter sent to Calvert County “We’re still waiting for results,” Commissioners last month from Evans said. “The signs are there, it Judge Marjorie Clagett, who is will be successful. heading up the program, said they “It helps us if it keeps people off had achieved short term success and drugs and out of jail. Any success were looking for more support to en- rate would be positive.” sure that more people entering the Along with the drug recovery legal system for drug offenses could treatment clients receive from the find a way to get clean and stay out drug court the are also performing of jail. community service. There are about 50 clients in the According to Clagett’s letter cliprogram now, Clagett said in her ents are actively participating in the Dec. 4 letter, which meant that the Farming For Hunger program with program had met its first limit of 499 hours worth of work. fifty clients for the case manager. The 50 participants in the proThe commissioners recently gram have either completed treatgranted approval for Clagett to use ment or are still in treatment, her letan extended grant of more than ter stated, and all are required to at$30,000 to bring on a new case man- tend support groups as well as prove ager for this month to ensure the their attendance. program could bring in at least 100 new clients by the end of this year, guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Governor Larry Hogan Announces New Staff Appointments

Governor Larry Hogan today announced two new appointments within his Executive Staff: Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio as Deputy Chief of Staff and Mathew Palmer as Deputy Legislative Officer. Haddaway-Riccio will replace current Deputy Chief of Staff Michael Richard, who is being nominated for an appointment to the Maryland Public Service Commission. Palmer succeeds Patrick Hogan ahead of the upcoming 2016 Legislative Session. Haddaway-Riccio currently serves as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to Governor Hogan where she acts as the governor’s liaison to local governments, including working with the Maryland Association of Counties and the Maryland Municipal League. She will continue to assist Governor Hogan in that capacity until a new director is appointed. Previously, she served as District 37B Delegate from 2003 to 2015, where she was a member of numerous committees including the Economic Matters Committee, the Joint Committee on Federal Relations, and the Legislative Policy Committee. She also served as Minority Whip from 2011-2013 and as House Chair for the Talbot County Delegation from 2003-2015. In addition, Haddaway-Riccio has worked for the Maryland Department of Environment’s Air and Radiation Management Administration as well as the National Audubon Society. “Jeannie is a competent and capable professional with a wealth of experience in government administration, as well as a knowledgeable and trusted member of my staff,” said Governor Hogan. “I have every confidence that she will continue to be an asset to our administration in her new role as a Deputy Chief of Staff.” Michael Richard has served as Deputy Chief of

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Governor Hogan, Mayor Rawlings-Blake Partner to Address Blight in Baltimore City, Announce State Project

Project C.O.R.E. to Provide $94 Million to Demolish Thousands of Vacant Buildings; State to Offer $600 Million in Reinvestment Funds

Governor Larry Hogan and Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake today announced a multi-year, multi-hundredmillion dollar initiative to address blight in Baltimore, declaring that the joint city-state partnership will bring significant resources to demolish thousands of vacant buildings and replace them with green space and a stronger foundation for redevelopment and reinvestment in the city. The governor and the mayor kicked off Project C.O.R.E, or Creating Opportunities for Renewal and Enterprise, in West Baltimore’s SandtownWinchester neighborhood, where the entire 1000 block of N. Stricker Street is slated for demolition. “Fixing what is broken in Baltimore requires that we address the sea of abandoned, dilapidated buildings infecting entire neighborhoods,” said Governor Hogan. “Together, we will transform these neighborhoods from centers for crime and drugs, to places our city, and our entire state, can be proud of. Working with the private sector to invest in projects like affordable housing, retail, and other new businesses will help ensure that Baltimore becomes a better place to live, work, and retire.” “Transforming vacant homes and vacant buildings into inviting green space and livable new developments is a critical part of our goal of attracting 10,000 new families to Baltimore City and dramatically improving the quality of life for current city residents,” said Mayor Rawlings-Blake. “The governor’s commitment of new state dollars will enable us to accelerate the progress we have made through our nationally recognized Vacants to Value program and deliver new opportunities to more neighborhoods. Under my Vacants to Value program, I quadrupled Baltimore City funding for demolition to $10 million per year, and I welcome this significant new commitment from Governor Hogan.” Under the terms of the four-year partnership, the State of Maryland and the City of Baltimore will focus on the transformation of blighted city blocks. The Maryland Stadium Authority is the project manager responsible for overseeing the demolition of vacant structures jointly identified by Baltimore City and state authorities. Total estimated funding over the next four years for the demolition portion of the project includes $75 million from the state and in-kind administrative services from the City of Baltimore, equivalent to $1 for every $4 allocated by the state. In the first year of the program, the state estimates that approximately twenty city blocks can be

completely cleared of blight. In subsequent years, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development along with the Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development will establish demolition targets annually, with a goal of demolishing as many full blocks of blight as possible over the term of the project. Once demolition is completed on a city block, empty lots will be replaced with green space and assessed for their potential to be redeveloped in the future. The first demolition in the city-state partnership will be in the 1000 block of N. Stricker Street in the SandtownWinchester neighborhood. The elimination of blighted portions of the city will be supported by more than $600 million in financing opportunities from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, including more than $150 million in fiscal year 2016 alone. The state’s commitment will encourage private sector developers to revitalize Baltimore’s neighborhoods through housing and other investments that will attract families and support economic growth. Financing for quality development projects will be made over the next four years through a range of innovative programs and partnerships, including the Rental Assistance Demonstration program and the issuance of potentially $200 million in revenue bonds. Maryland Stadium Authority Chairman Thomas Kelso said the authority has expertise managing large-scale projects such as this. “In more than 25 years of service to improving the quality of life for Marylanders and visitors, the Maryland Stadium Authority has overseen several billion dollars in project development - most recently in Baltimore City schools’ revitalization and reconstruction program now underway,” Kelso said. “We have a well-deserved reputation for delivering their projects on time and on budget in the best interests of the taxpayers of Maryland.” The Maryland Stadium Authority, an independent agency, was created in 1986 for the purpose of building facilities that would attract a new National Football League team to Baltimore and retain the Major League Baseball Orioles team in downtown Baltimore. The authority has since been involved with projects involving historic preservation, adaptive reuse, community redevelopment, and economic opportunity throughout the State of Maryland. Press Release

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St. Mary’s Basketball Teams Hosting Military Appreciation Day This Saturday The St. Mary’s College of Maryland basketball teams will be sponsoring their annual Military Appreciation Day this Saturday, Jan. 9. The Seahawks always look forward to honoring the U.S. military and its veterans for their dedicated service in protecting the United States of America and our freedoms. Any active duty or retired military personnel with proper ID, along with their immediate family, will get FREE admission to Sat-

urday’s doubleheader against Frostburg State University. The St. Mary’s women play first at 2:00 p.m. followed by the Seahawk men at 4:00 p.m. During halftime of both games, a military-only raffle will be held. Prizes include $25 gift certificates to St. James Deli & Spirits and Red Robin as well as St. Mary’s swag bags provided by the SMCM Office of Admissions. In addition, SMDHotels. com is donating two gift certificates for

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Theft: On December 29, 2015 at 11:41 am, Trooper First Class Bray responded to Jim’s Tool and Party Rental in Prince Frederick for a theft complaint. The manager reported that a client had rented a 14 inch Stihl chop

saw (model TS420) on 11/15/15 for a four hour period and failed to return the saw. Numerous unsuccessful attempts have been made to retrieve the saw. Charges are pending.

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Three Indicted For Robberies By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Three men, two from Lothian and one with no fixed address, were indicted just days before the new year for participating in a string of armed robberies in both Calvert and Prince George’s counties back in October. Robert Walter Smith, John Rubin Smith and Elmer Moreland all face charges conspiring to commit robbery, theft scheme, robbery and second-degree assault. According to police charging documents, a suspect entered the Dash-In convenience store in Owings in the early morning hours of Oct. 23 wearing a skull-type Halloween mask and attempted to get money from the cashier’s station, and in doing so, pushed aside the attendant. The suspect was unable to retrieve any money, however, and left the store. Calvert sheriff’s deputies who responded to the Owings attempted robbery learned that a strong arm robbery had taken place just 30 minutes earlier at

a convenience store in Upper Marlboro and through video surveillance were able to find that the two incidents matched in method and suspect subscription. By Oct. 27 another strong arm robbery occurred in Dunkirk at the 7-Eleven store on Chesapeake Beach Road in which the suspect wore all black and wore a mask that again appeared to be the same as used in the prior two robberies. Prince George’s and Calvert police were eventually able to track the suspects back to an address in Upper Marlboro where they found the driver of a getaway vehicle allegedly used in the robberies. Police took Moreland into custody and during his interview he admitted to driving the vehicle to the Dunkirk robbery where he said his nephew John Rubin Smith, who was in the vehicle, got out and committed the robbery. Police were then able to link Robert Walter Smith with the attempted robbery at the Dash-In Oct. 23. All three men have pre-trial dates set for February. guyleonard@countytimes.net

SHERIFF’S BLOTTER

The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. During the week of December 28, 2015 through January 3, 2016 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,329 calls for service

throughout the community. If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can

report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling 410-535-2800.

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Burglary Case #15-69982: On December 30, 2015 Deputy W. Rector responded to Simpson Farm Drive, Owings, for the report of a burglary from an unsecured shed. Sometime on December 27, 2015, two (2) Poulan chain saws and a gas powered power washer were stolen.

Burglary Case #15-69873: On December 29, 2015 Deputy B. Robinson was dispatched to an apartment on West Dares Beach Road, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a burglary. Sometime on December 25, between 4:00pm - 9:00pm, someone entered the unlocked apartment and stole a VCR and DVD player.

3:00am on December 29. If anyone observed any suspicious behavior during this timeframe, they are asked to report it to the Sheriff’s Office.

Robbery Case #15-69771: On December 29, 2015, at approximately 2:00am, Calvert Deputies were dispatched to the BP Gas Station located on West Chesapeake Beach Road in Dunkirk for the report of a robbery. A lone suspect jumped over the counter, removed money from the cash register and was able to flee on foot. A canvas of the area was conducted with the assistance of the Maryland State Police, Anne Arundel County Police and Deputy T. Smith and his K-9 partner, Loki. 34-year old Brett Lott, of Friendship, MD, was later identified as the person responsible for the robbery. With the swift action by all Agencies involved, Detective N. DeFelice apprehended the suspect and he was taken to the Detention Center where he was charged with strong armed robbery and theft less than $1000.00.

Burglary Case #15-69976: On December 30, 2015 Deputy D. Denton responded to Mill Bridge Road, Lusby, for the report of a burglary from an unlocked shed. Sometime between December 22 - 29, 2015 someone entered the shed and removed a Honda dirt bike. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office. Burglary Case #15-69961: On December 30, 2015, at approximately 6:00am, Calvert Deputies were called to a residence on Rudolph Lane in Lusby for the report of a burglary in progress. A male had entered the victim’s home and fled upon setting off an audible alarm. The occupants were able to relay information so that Deputies were able to identify the suspect, Michael Swearingen, age 24. Deputies responded to his home on Alamo Trail and observed him in his home. After multiple attempts to make contact with him were ignored, the Special Operations Team was called in for a barricade situation at 6:15am. He was taken into custody and charged with 4th degree burglary and was also served an outstanding Warrant for resisting arrest.

Burglary Case #15-69639: On December 28, 2015 Deputy G. Gott responded to Asbury Circle, in Solomons, for the report of a burglary. Sometime between October and mid-November money and jewelry were removed from a victim’s locked apartment. CDS Violation Case #16-419: On January 2, 2016 Deputy C. Ward conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed on Rt. 260 near Brickhouse Road in Dunkirk. He arrested Laura Puffenbarger, 35, of Chesapeake Beach for CDS Possession with intent to Distribute (Xanax, Marijuana), Possession of Marijuana, CDS Possession-not Marijuana (Xanax, Dexedrine) and Paraphernalia Possession (metal grinder and digital scale). Destruction of Property Case #15-69773: On December 29, 2015 Deputy M. Velasquez responded to Grays Road, in Port Republic, for a report of a destruction of property. An unknown person scratched a vehicle, which was parked in the victim’s driveway. This crime took place sometime between 9:30pm on December 28 and

Destruction of Property Case #16-538: On January 3, 2016 Deputy R. Evans responded to a destruction of property call located on Huntingtown Road, in Huntingtown. The victim’s sliding glass door was shattered by an unknown object sometime overnight. Disorderly Conduct Case #16-00002: On January 1, 2016 units from the Maryland State Police and Calvert Deputies were called to the Brick Wood Bistro Restaurant, located on Sherry Lane, Prince Frederick, for a fight in progress. Deputy M. Trigg arrested 64-year old, Paul Kramer, of Huntingtown for Affray, Disorderly Conduct and Alcohol Beverage/ Retail Area Drink. Disorderly Conduct Case #16-561: On January 3, 2016 Deputy J. Migliaccio arrived at the Huntingtown United Methodist Church located on Hunting Creek Road, Huntingtown, in response to a disorderly person at the location. Sherman Stepney, 53, of Lusby was intoxicated and arrested for Disorderly Conduct. He was transported to the Detention Center for booking and processing.

Theft Case #16-303: On January 2, 2016 Deputy B. Robinson was dispatched to a business located on Central Square Drive, Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft. Sometime between January 1 - 2, a registration plate was removed from a vehicle. Theft Case #16-101: On January 1, 2016 Deputy A. Ostazeski responded to Perry Lane, Lusby, for the report of a theft. A package which contained make-up was stolen from a mailbox sometime during the day. If anyone has information, they are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office.

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Transparency in Development of Middle School Property Dear Commissioners, The League of Women Voters of Calvert County published a report on county government transparency in October 2014. The report expressed specific concerns about the process for developing the middle school property in the New Town District. County government, using tax payer dollars, funded a charrette to fully understand citizen interests in the development of the Middle School property. County residents participated in good faith. Therefore, our County government has an obligation to explain to citizens where proposals for the middle school property reflect and diverge from the charrette findings and why. It is reasonable to expect the County government to communicate such information to its citizens effectively and openly. In fact, public trust in elected and appointed officials

depends on such communication. Additionally, The Prince Frederick Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance envisions, “Zoning ordinances and Subdivision regulations governing density, site design and permitted uses will be waived provided the entire District is comprehensively designed.” Now, the county government has taken it upon itself to propose several zoning changes for development in the District without a comprehensive design. Why? The County should withdraw its pending zoning changes until the county or a developer presents a comprehensive design for public scrutiny. Annette Funn & John Perryman Co-Presidents League of Women Voters of Calvert County cc: Calvert County Planning Commission

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Calvert County, like all governmental organizations provides administrative services and functions that support the workings of the government as well as help to the citizens. The staff of the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) administers the official record of weekly BOCC meetings including Summary of Actions, Minutes, Videos and all related correspondence. The various formal and informal meetings don’t just happen. The staff, working in coordination with the BOCC President establishes an Agenda for the BOCC meetings. Just as citizens need to tag and title their vehicles, so too the staff needs to tag and title the hundreds of County vehicles. This means having the Executive Administrative Assistant to the County Administrator process state paperwork required by Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA) to tag and title all County vehicles. Interaction with citizens requires tracking various correspondences so that questions by citizens are answered in a timely and factual manner. Coordinating citizen inquires and responses is enhanced through a Record Manager Document Tracking System called TRIM. This also includes tracking weekly BOCC Directives to Department Heads. Citizens may see the commissioners appoint citizens to various Boards and Commissions, but these appointments requires much time of Administrative Aide to reach out to citizens, receive and process their applications and then prepare the information needed by the decision makers. Receiving telephone enquiries, communicating with citizens, officials, via phone calls, emails, letters, and one on one contact occupies the bulk of the daily activities of the County Administrator, Executive Administrative Assistant to the County Administrator, Clerk to the BOCC, and the Administrative Aide. Various Proclamations are read at the weekly formal meetings as well as various less formal meetings throughout the week. These proclamations require time of the Clerk to the BOCC and Administrative Aide to ensure they are accurate and meaningful to the recipient. So, when citizens think they are contacting their commissioners; and they should feel free to do so, remember much coordination with constituents, other County, State, and National-level officials, employees, outside officials, and the business community is underway behind the scenes. Board of County Commissioners Vice President Evan K. Slaughenhoupt, Jr. (R) 3rd District Representative

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Paul Louis McClanahan, 80 Paul Louis McClanahan, 80, of Dowell, Md., died Dec. 30, 2015 at his residence. He was born on July 19, 1935 in Waterbury, Md., to the late Alpha Omega McClanahan and Noda E. Rinker. Leaving school after the eighth grade, he worked a variety of jobs (milk carton factory in Cleveland, Ohio, Chevrolet factory in Ohio) before joining the U.S. Marine Corps in 1954. Looking to travel, he volunteered for any and all assignments in order to see the world. Unfortunately, this garnered him a stint in boot camp in Parris Island, a short stint in Camp LeJeune, with a final assignment of the Supply Depot in Albany, Ga. He left the Marines in 1956. From there, he worked the strip mines of Pennsylvania, became an apprentice bricklayer in New Jersey, and then a family relative helped him to get a job with PIC Masonry in the Washington, D.C. area. At PIC, he met Jack Cox and they started doing side jobs together. While in Washington, D.C., he met a telephone operator, Margaret. In a smooth move, he walked past her, kicked her chair, and that is how it all started. They married on Jan. 11, 1958. After a

brief stint mining in West Virginia, they moved back to Washington, D.C. and he returned to brick laying. Ultimately, a new company was born, Bonded Masonry. He and Jack Cox started the company and were later joined by Larry Cox. Thus, was born a great company and friendship. Retiring in 1990, he enjoyed the three f’s (farming, fishing, and friends). Moving to Flag Harbor, he kept the family fed with fresh fish. While living on Cove Point Road, family and friends enjoyed the fruits (and vegetables) of his labors. Back on the water in Dowell, Md., he again enjoyed fishing and also returned to a much loved sport, bowling. He spent many a happy hour bowling (aka Senior Daycare). He enjoyed the sport but also loved the many friendships he gained while bowling. In addition to his beloved wife, Margaret, he is survived by his children, Joyce M. Shott and her husband, John P. Shott, II, of Alexandria, Va., Rita M. Dunevant and her husband Lewis Dunevant, of Marshall, Va.; his brother Buck McClanahan of Prince Frederick, Md., his sisters, Anna Mae Obelechner of Fairchance, Pa., Lois Stull of Panama Beach, Fla., Marion Wrona of Fairchance, Pa., Thelma Van Sickle of Smithfield, Pa., and Alma Oldland of Smithfield, Pa.; his grandchildren, Lori Dunevant, Cati Shott, and Jessi Shott; and nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his

grandson, Christopher Dunevant. The family will receive friends on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Ln., Lusby, Md. where a Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. with Chaplain Bill Miller officiating. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Calvert Hospice at www.calverthospice. org or P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, Md., 20678.

M. Kiplinger (Kip) Hine, Jr Maynard Kiplinger (Kip) Hine, Jr. died unexpectedly at his home in Lusby, Maryland, on December 27, 2015. He was born in Rochester, New York, in 1935 to Dr. Maynard K. Hine and Mrs. Harriett Foulke Hine. He completed his undergraduate education at Oberlin University and Indiana University. Prior to retiring to Lusby, Maryland in 1991, he had a distinguished career of more than 30 years as an engineer and administrator at the Department of Defense, primarily with Harry Diamond Laboratories in Washington, D. C. and Silver Spring, Maryland. He was preceded in death by his par-

ents and by his wife, Rosalie Woodall Hine. He is survived by a sister, Judith Hine Hyde, of Bethesda, Maryland and a brother, Dr. William C. Hine (Betsy) of Terre Haute, Indiana as well as four nephews, Kenneth Maynard Hyde (Nancy) of Springfield, Virginia, Patrick Kiplinger (Kip) Hyde of San Francisco, California, Dr. William Clyde Hine, Jr. (Michelle) of Zionsville, Indiana, and Dr. Charles Foulke Hine (Jenny) of Indianapolis, Indiana as well as two nieces Carol Taylor Franco and Nancy Taylor Filer, both of Florida, and by a cousin, Christina Hine Nelson of Urbana, Illinois. He is also survived by seven great nieces and nephews, Lauren and Nathan Hyde, Madalyn, Ellie, Cara, Christi and Josh Hine and by close friend, Margaret P. Fahs. He was recognized at the 2015 Awards Dinner for the Calvert Library Foundation for his years of work with libraries in Maryland. He was the Chair, Maryland Advisory Council on Libraries, having been appointed twice to this office by the Governor of Maryland; he was the former President of the Calvert Library Board of Trustees as well as a twenty-year trustee; and, former President of the Southern Maryland Library Association. During his stewardship of the Calvert Library, it dramatically expanded its facilities and services to the public, becoming one of the finest public libraries of its class in the country. He was also active in the Patuxent River

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Power Squadron and often taught classes in marine navigation. He was also active in and a long-time board member with NARFE, National Association of Retired Federal Employees. He was an avid photographer and especially like taking pictures of nature and his great nieces’ and nephews’ sporting events, but most especially of cherished family times at the beach. A service celebrating his life will be held at 11:00, Saturday, January 9, at Southern Memorial Gardens, 10155 Ward Rd., Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 with Pastor Faith Lewis officiating. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Calvert Library Foundation. Arrangements handled by the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, MD, for more information or to leave condolences please visit www. rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Author Roy Freeman (Rocky) Chandler, 90 Author Roy Freeman (Rocky) Chandler, 90, passed away on December 24, 2015 at the Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, Maryland. Rocky was born on December 17, 1925 in Brockton, Massachusetts to Ruth Covert

Chandler and Erville Freeman Chandler. He attended Carson Long Military Academy in New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania for his high school years. Rocky served in World War II and the Korean War during his 20-year career in the United States Army. An avid hunter, his two favorite duty stations were Germany and Alaska. In 1965, Rocky retired as a Master Sergeant and moved to Perry County, Pennsylvania and taught at Carson Long Military Academy and then at Newport High School. He finished his teaching career in Fairbanks, Alaska where he was principal of Birch School. Rocky was an adventurous man’s man, owning and flying four airplanes, hunting big game, boxing (he was 1949 Middleweight Champion of the Army in Europe), and sailing monohulls and catamarans. He hand-built three boats and three homes. Although he started around the world in 1972 in a 43-foot motor sailer, the boat sank in the Gulf of Mexico off Longboat Key, Florida during the approach of Hurricane Agnes. Rocky settled in Nokomis, Florida, where he sailed and wrote and in 1976 married Katherine Holman Reynolds. Moving to St. Mary’s City in 1994, Rocky continued his writing career and rode his Harley Davidson motorcycle (“Old Dog”) until shortly before his death. He was a charter member of the Blue Knights motorcycle club for active and retired police.

Rocky’s 64 books include a series on the history of Perry County, Pennsylvania, books on Pennsylvania long rifles and gun makers and on hunting in Alaska, and the Marine Corps sniping series, Death from Afar. He appeared in The History Channel’s shows on snipers and was a consultant on the movie “Shooter.” He is survived by his wife Katherine (Kate) Chandler, his sister Barbara Bates (Spokane, WA), and two brothers, Henry (Fork Union, VA) and Norman (Jacksonville, NC).

New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania is where Rocky will be buried and, at his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Anyone wishing to honor Rocky’s memory is asked by the family to make a donation in his name to the Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.

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Tri-County Animal Shelter Trying Hard Improvements Underway By Crista Dockray Staff Writer

Recommendations Regarding The Future Of Animal Sheltering Services For Calvert County Option 1. Do nothing. Continue to participate in a tri-county approach to animal care and control. Make no capital investment in the Tri-County shelter, and no action to establish a stand-alone Calvert shelter. Option 2. Replace the Tri-County Animal Shelter with a modern state-of-the art shelter which is comprehensively designed to provide the proper resources for animal care and adoption services to the citizens of three Southern Maryland communities. The time has passed when add-ons and band-aids are sufficient to buy more time. While we recognize that there are fiscal constraints with any capital project, we feel that the TCAS has reached a point where we need to move forward in planning for a new TCAS. There is room on the existing site to build a new shelter, so no site acquisition would be required. Option 3. Begin the process to move forward with plans for a stand-alone Calvert animal shelter, rebranded as Calvert Animal Care and Adoption Center. Immediately begin a search for an appropriate site, place a line item in the FY 2017 budget for A&E, and put construction in the CIP.

Our recommendation? Option 3!

The Tri-County concept made sense in 1960 when our populations were smaller and a joint effort resulted in economy of scale. However, growth has overtaken that concept. We firmly believe that the time has come for Calvert County to have its own Calvert Animal Shelter, rebranded as the Calvert Animal Care and Adoption Center. It should be centrally located in Calvert County, and convenient to the Animal Control staff. It should be on a large enough parcel to house the animal care facility, a barn, and outside animal exercise area at a minimum. Administration of the Shelter would be the sole purview of Calvert County Government, and under the administrative control of Calvert County Government. Information taken from the first annual report to the BOCC by the Calvert Member of the Tri-County Shelter Advisory Board provided by Linda Kelley

The Tri-County Animal Shelter located in Hughesville has been in discussion for quite sometime by elected officials, rescue organizations, employees and board members of the shelter and citizens of the tri-county area. Issues range from lack of resources, management, and treatment of animals. During a presentation from the Tri-County Animal Shelter to the Calvert Board of Commissioners a few months ago, Commissioner Mike Hart asked how many dogs were put down at the shelter in 2014. He was told six healthy, adoptable animals were euthanized. In a different presentation by the TCAS Board Members, Hart was told that around 346 dogs had been put down that year, not six. The reasoning for the large difference in number is that the tri-county shelter qualified their answer with healthy and adoptable, but sick dogs and “bully breeds”, which are not considered adoptable, were not factored into this number. Hart was a quite irate to hear this information. Although this number seems quite high, the shelter is improving in adoption rates and running the facility to the best of their ability. Linda Kelley, a TCAS Board Member, does admit

that this shelter is understaffed, dealing with an antiquated facility, and criticized quite often, but they are working with what they are given. “I’m not really critical of the staff because it’s a tough job, it’s just a tough job,” said Kelley. Kim Stevens, TCAS Shelter Manager, informed the County Times that the bully breed policy, which has been in effect for over 25 years, is in place for two main reasons. The first is that TCAS does not have the staff to perform home checks. This means that they cannot go to the home of a person wanting to adopt a bully breed to make sure that this dog would not be misused or abused. Second, they have this policy in place because some members of the public believe these breeds to be dangerous. This does not mean a death sentence for the dogs, however. Every dog that comes in that is considered a bully breed by the shelter is evaluated like any other dog and given a behavior assessment. The behavior assessment allows the staff members to measure the aggression of the dog and its adoptability by giving it food then taking it away, petting it all over, putting it on a leash, introducing it to another dog, looking at its teeth, and gently tugging it on the ear. If the dog passes this test, he is considered adoptable and can be placed with a rescue organization.

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Thursday, January 7, 2016 The shelter will reach out to the around 100 rescue organizations they work closely with, either locally or up and down the east coast, to make sure these dogs are taken and then adopted. Rescue organizations like the Calvert Humane Society do have the staff to perform house checks to make sure these dogs get what they need, so they can make these bully breeds adoptable. According to Stevens 9,134 animals of all types went through the Tri-County Shelter in FY14. Of these 9,134 animals, 8,461 were considered adoptable. 628 dogs were put down that year and 320 of those were considered bully breeds, however 79.7% of dogs in FY2014 were rescued, adopted, or reclaimed. In FY15 that number rose to 82%, only 549 dogs in total were euthanized and only 247 of those dogs were considered bully breeds. According to Stevens, they believe this drop is because they instituted the program where they put cards on the cages of the dogs that are considered bully breeds. The card reads, “If you like me because of my stunning personality, please see the front desk.” A person considering adoption can then be connected with one of the rescue organizations the shelter works with who will then come in, rescue the dog, and let the person adopt the dog through them. They hope the numbers of dogs euthanized will continue to lower in the future. The program will help, but so will an update of the facility. The current Tri-County Shelter, which was built in the 1960s, is roughly 12,000 sq. ft. and processes around 9,000 animals a year, according to a report to the Charles County Commissioners. According to a report given by Kelley to the Calvert County Commissioners, they have 70 dog kennels, 77 cat cages, six cat condos, and a free roaming cat room that holds 15 to 20 cats at a time. They also have a barn that holds other animals that are not dogs or cats, but llamas, emus, horses, bunnies, etc. The numbers are high, not only because of the three counties the shelter serves, but because it is a public organization, which means no animal can be turned down. This includes pets given up by their owners, animals received by animal control, and strays.

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Pets or strays that are not spayed or neutered and households not conducting the appropriate research on the breed they bring in and forced to give the animal up, are factors that cause these numbers to rise. The shelter itself, according to Kelley and Hart, is antiquated, small, and insufficient to take on the amount of animals it is given. There is no backup generator, no climate control, no on-site veterinarian, and many times, it lacks a full staff. “We treat our criminals better than this,” said Hart of the facility. This has resulted in discussion by county commissioners and advisory boards to break off and start animal shelters of their own. A larger discussion on the issue will be on Jan. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Calvert County Government Building. According to Charles County Commissioner Ken Robinson, this meeting will be to address the immediate concerns at the current shelter. They will also gauge the interests of the other counties in regards to the shelter and whether they will want to separate or come together and build a new facility. Robinson said they are not locked into the Indian Head location and that, historically, Charles has had a good relationship with its neighboring counties and they are more than willing to work together. Either way, he said, a new shelter needs to be built. To the side of the article, there are the recommendations made by the Calvert Advisory Board Members for the future of animal sheltering in Calvert. Presently, no response to these requests has come from Calvert County. According to Hart, however, the Calvert Board of Commissioners is a compassionate group and they will not leave this issue untouched. According to Kelley, even at a new location in Calvert, realistically it could not be a no-kill shelter. “Reality”, as Kelley said, would be the reasoning behind this, as a public shelter that can turn down no animals would not be able to accomplish this, even with the amount of work they would do to prevent it.

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What breeds are considered “Bully Breeds”? • Staffordshire (Bull) Terrier breed • American Pit Bull Terrier (Pit Bull) breed • American Staffordshire Terrier breed • American Bulldog breed • Bull Terrier breed • Olde English Bulldog breed • Valley Bulldog breed • Cane Corso breed • Mastiff breed • Great Dane breed • Presa Canario breed • Dogo Argentino • Boerboel breed • Fila brasileiro breed • Dogs which have the appearance of being predominantly of the breeds of dogs listed above Information taken from the first annual report to the BOCC by the Calvert Member of the Tri-County Shelter Advisory Board provided by Linda Kelley

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The Tot Spot By Madeleine Buckley Contributing Writer

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For two and a half years, Patricia Burke was the “crazy mom” who would call the daycare center every day to check on her children. She and her husband had difficulty finding a local facility where they were comfortable sending their children. The solution? Burke started her own in-home daycare, The Tot Spot. Located in Owings, The Tot Spot caters to children aged six weeks to five years and is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. It is different from most in-home daycares, as Burke holds a full-time job while a state-certified director runs it

day-to-day in the Burkes’ home. Burke does assist the director in the evenings after work, and both of her children attend the daycare. Finally satisfied with the care her children are receiving, Burke wants other parents to have the same peace of mind. The Tot Spot does this by supplying electronic updates every day, including photos and information about each child’s sleeping patterns and daily activities. “My husband and I didn’t want to feel like our kids were ever unsafe,” Burke said. “So we wanted to provide an environment for other peoples’ kids where they feel like it is their home away from home.” Similarly, the daycare gets parents engaged by sending out calendars and

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The facility, which takes up Burke’s entire basement, easily accommodates all of these activities. There is a place for quiet reading, a separate room serving as a nursery, and nearly two acres of land outside where the children can play. Looking into the future, Burke is planning to add a room specifically for arts and crafts. She is also in the process of turning The Tot Spot into a daycare center, as opposed to an in-home daycare, which will allow it to accommodate more children. Currently, The Tot Spot has openings for children ages two and up. For more information about The Tot Spot, call 443-646-5518 or email totspotlearning@gmail.com. contributing@countytimes.net

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Buzz Off Cancer for Nolan

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By Skylar Broome Contributing Writer Saturday, Feb. 6 is the place to get a haircut. Gatton’s Barber Shop, a family-owned business, is holding an event appropriately named ‘Buzz Off Cancer for Nolan.’ Nolan Scully is the son of Leonardtown’s Fire Chief, Jonathan Scully who was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma – a rare cancer that affects soft tissue, bone, or connective tissue. Nolan was diagnosed with this disease mid-November, and as the chemotherapy became more intense, he began to lose his hair. The community can show their support for Nolan and his family by coming in anytime during the day, even 6 a.m. onwards as long as business is still coming. Those who might be afraid to cut off their precious locks can get any haircut, all proceeds will be donated to the Scully family regardless if you get a buzz cut or not. Everyone is free to stop by to show love and solidarity. For more information, call Gatton’s Barber Shop at 301-373-5300. contributing@countytimes.net

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The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter, will meet on Thursday January 21st at the Ruddy Duck Micro-Brewery, HG Trueman and Dowell Rd., Solomon’s MD. There will be lunch at 12:00 followed by a short tour of the brewery at 1:00pm and then followed by our usual business meeting. Meet and greet fellow federal employees and neighbors or guests and enjoy the meal and liquid refreshments. Members, non-members, current fed-

eral employees and guests are welcome. For NARFE membership Information and Application, Call 410-586-1441 Please note – there are several NARFE chapters in the Washington area and more than one may need to be advertised on a given day. I hope that you would choose the local Calvert County chapter on Thursday editions.

Calvert Garden Club is pleased to announce its third annual Mini Grant Program, designed to focus on educating the next generation of gardeners. Applicants must be local to Calvert County, Maryland and be a nonprofit organization. Qualifying applicants may be selected to receive Mini Grant funds in the amount of $100 to $1000. For more than 60 years, Calvert Garden Club has contributed to the community quietly and generously. We created this Mini Grant Program in 2013 to broaden the scope of Calvert Garden Club’s efforts in supporting our commu-

nity. In the past 2 years, we’ve awarded grants totaling more than $4,300. To apply, go to Calvert Garden Club’s website at www. calvertgardenclub.com and complete the Mini Grant Application. The application may be downloaded at the CGC Mini Grants tab. Completed applications are due by February 1, 2016. Grant awards will be announced in March 2016. For additional information, go to Calvert Garden Club’s website at www.calvertgardenclub.com.

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Senior Citizen News Start Your Year Off Right! Do you want to lose weight or suffer from high blood pressure? Are you unsure how to get results? Let Melinda Gaines, Health Coach, help you reach your goal. Melinda will be at: Southern Pines Senior Center (410-586-2748) - Wednesdays, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.; Calvert Pines Senior Center (410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170) - Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; North Beach Senior Center (410-257-2549) - Thursdays - 9 to 11 a.m. Starting in January we will be adding other members to our health team to include a registered dietician, physical trainer, and registered nurse. Contact your senior center for further information. AARP Tax-Aide Program Tax-Aide Counselors will be available Monday, Feb. 8 through Friday, April 15, 2016 to prepare tax returns for low-to-moderate income senior citizens aged 50-plus. The three Calvert County senior centers will start taking calls Monday, Feb. 1 to schedule appointments to begin Feb. 8. Before making your appointment, please make sure you have all of the documentation necessary to complete your return. This would include last year’s tax return and any income and expense documentation for 2015. If you, your spouse, or any of your dependents participated in any of the Affordable Care Act Health Exchanges (Obama Care) during any part of 2015, please bring all 1095 forms and other proof of insurance and receipts for any premium payments, waivers and exemption certificates for all individuals on the tax return. Bring a cancelled/voided check (for proof of direct deposit account) for any refunds/payments. For more information, contact Calvert Pines Senior Center, 410535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Join us for Poetry in the Workplace, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 11:50 a.m. and share your favorite poems. Sign up early for the Bi-County Pool Tournament to be held at the Clark Senior Center in La Plata, Thursday, Jan. 14, 9 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Come to the Annual Pie Social to celebrate National Pie Month, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. The Live with NBSC Talk Show will present a special nutrition education segment, Thursday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Bring your extra beads and join us for a “make and take” Bead Workshop, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 1 p.m. Enjoy a performance by the Southern Maryland Boot Scooters, Friday, Jan. 15, 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Eating Together Menu Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, Jan. 11 Beef Stroganoff, Parslied Potatoes, Pickled Beets, White Wheat Bread, Pineapple Chunks Tuesday, Jan. 12 Chicken BBQ, Navy Bean Soup, Broccoli, Apple Wednesday, Jan. 13 Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cran Salsa, Dinner Roll, Apple Pie

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Patuxent Small Craft Guild Announces Winner Of Canoe Raffle

Pictured l to r is Brian Forsyth (PSCG member), Simon and Neroli Greig.

The Calvert Marine Museum Patuxent Small Craft Guild (PSCG) maintains the historic boats in the museum’s collection, and preserves the art and skills of wooden boat building. These volunteers build and raffle a canoe each year to benefit on-going activities of the Guild. The winner of the 2015 canoe was Squadron Leader Simon Greig of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), stationed at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Greig and his family are returning to Australia and are thrilled to take this unique memento of their time in Southern Maryland. There were over 3,000 tickets sold last year at

the museum’s annual events, including the Maritime Festival, Patuxent River Appreciation Days and the summer concerts. The winning ticket was bought at the Barenaked Ladies concert in July. The 2016 canoe is on display in the Exhibition Building and tickets are on sale now for $1 each or six for $5 in the Museum Store or at the Patuxent Small Craft Center. They will be available at the museum’s annual events and 2016 summer concerts. The raffle winner will be announced in late November. Press Release

Big Sale Taking Place at Asbury There will be a sale on Saturday, Jan. 9 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Asbury Solomons Retirement Community, 11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons. in the auditorium and other marked sites in the building. The sale will include Betty’s Closet a resale of gently used clothing and accessories.

The library committee will have books and CD’s at a fabulous price. Granny’s Treasures will be selling housewares, furniture and miscellaneous items. All proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Care Fund. Press Release

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BLEACHERS A View From The Resolution: No Empty Stadiums By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer It’s resolution time, an exercise to complete with care. As most people are their own worst critics, an honest personal critique immediately threatens the New Year’s inherent optimism. In his classic Happy Xmas (War is Over), John Lennon captured the dilemma when he sang, “So this is Christmas; And what have you done; Another year older; And a new one just begun.” Precisely. What have we done, beyond age another year? A personal evaluation includes many tough questions. Was I kind? Selfless? Patient? Was I a good citizen and steward of the planet? Did I dedicate enough time to family and personal relationships? Are my finances and career in order? Am I healthy spiritually (however you define that term)? Physically? Am I happy? Satisfied? Content? Considering that brutal selfexamination, the likely answer to Lennon’s question “What have you done?” is “not enough”, a conclusion that anoints New Year’s the battle ground between an inadequate past and a hopeful future. Before that dark cloud envelops your tender 2016 sky, consider an alternative: Instead of an introspective search for a 2015 failure to correct, look to the external world for inspiration and resolutions. It’s less personal. Less…depressing…and maybe more productive. Where in the external world? How about a few lessons from our local teams? They offered plenty to ponder. Washington Nationals Last spring, the Nats were a chic pick to win the World Series. Bryce Harper even infamously asked, “Where’s my ring?” before the season. Reality: The Nats finished 8979 and missed the playoffs. Perhaps a bit more humility, an acknowledgement of the uncertainty of tomorrow, would be wise. Baltimore Ravens Injuries, gut-wrenching losses… it was an awful year for Poe’s blackbirds. The Ravens had every right to quit. By all accounts they should have quit. Waved the white flag. Tapped out. They never did, competing to the end. Bravo. Adversity reveals character. You’ll encounter the former in 2016, let it reveal your mettle too. The ‘Skins Washington was supposed be a six-win team at best, a cauldron of

chaos. Instead, the ‘Skins morphed into the NFC East’s most stable team and became what no one thought they could be: division champions. The lesson? You will be doubted too. In 2016, believe in yourself because it will occur to few others to do so. Baltimore Orioles The seminal moment in local sports last year occurred on April 29 at Camden Yards. That afternoon, the Orioles played against the White Sox…in an empty stadium. No fans were permitted entrance because Baltimore, a city I love and called home for six years, was on lockdown in the wake of the violent response to the unconscionable beating and handling of Freddie Gray by city police. Gray died from his injuries and while Baltimore’s buildings burned and public outrage boiled over in the aftermath, Camden Yards, a cathedral of civic pride, good times and unity, fell sadly, but perhaps appropriately, silent. There’s a lot going in the world. North Korea. Paris. ISIS. The Middle East. There’s a lot going on in the United States, too. Ferguson, Missouri. Charleston, South Carolina. San Bernardino, California. Baltimore, Maryland. Lists of despair. If there’s one resolution I hope that every single one of us is making for 2016, it’s to commit ourselves to our common humanity and to halt our compulsive tendency to stereotype and to focus only on our differentiating characteristics - race, religion, sexual orientation and politics. In 2016, love must dominate hate. I’ll leave you with three thoughts from far greater minds. First, this quote from Yoda: “Fear leads to anger; Anger leads to hate; Hate leads to suffering.” Second is this thought from James Baldwin’s essay Everybody’s Protest Novel: “…panic motivates cruelty, this fear of the dark makes it impossible that our lives shall be other than superficial.” And lastly, back to Lennon’s song for a few more poignant lyrics: “And so happy Christmas; For black and for white; For yellow and red ones; Let’s stop all the fight”…“A very merry Christmas; And a happy New Year; Let’s hope it’s a good one; Without any fear.” To a peaceful 2016…and no more empty stadiums. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@ gmail.com

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Additional Pickleball for Beginners Class to be Offered Due to overwhelming interest the St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks is offering an additional pickleball class for beginners. Come to learn and play one of the fastest growing sports in America! This program provides a level of exercise and fun for ages 18 and up during the winter months that can be adopted for a sustained program outdoors during the warm weather months. This course introduces participants to the basic knowledge, rules, skills and strategies that can be shared with others for a lifetime of enjoyment. The program lasts six weeks and is limited to 12 participants. If the class fills up an addition-

al class may be offered. • Mondays, January 25 to February 29 • 5:30 to 7 p.m. • Cost: $50 • Games played at Leonard Hall Recreation Center Registration is now open. Those interested can register online at www.stmarysmd.com/recreate, in person at the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown or by mail. For more information contact Sports Coordinator, Kenny Sothoron at 301475-4200 ext. *1830 or via email at Kenny.sothoron@stmarysmd.com. Press Release

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Josh Airhart Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.

Burger and Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 4 p.m.

Random Impact Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk)

Team Feud Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 9 Yoga at the Alehouse Ruddy Duck (16800 Piney Point, Rd. Piney Point)9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 10 Season of Celebration, Choral Concert/Kalnasy Concert Series St. Aloysius Catholic Church (22800 Washington St., Leonardtown)- 3 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 11 Pizza and Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 4 p.m. Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 13 Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 14 Mike Damron Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 15 Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Band Forte Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk)

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Tweens and Teens Celebrate All Things Harry Potter at The Calvert Library Calling Harry Potter fans (tweens and teens in grades 5 and up) to a celebration of all things Harry Potter! Drop in any time between 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4 at Calvert Library in Prince Frederick for A Night of Spells: Harry Potter Book Night. Try your hand at an adaptation of Quidditch, seek the Golden Snitch and more! Participants are encouraged to come in costume. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume and finder of the Golden Snitch. Complete “classes” at

stations that include puzzles, games, crafts, and trivia. Complete all the classes and turn in your “report” card for a chance to win a prize. Create your own magic potion and edible wand at the refreshment station and don’t forget to check out the photo booth! For more information or to register (requested but not required) visit CalvertLibrary.info or call 410-535-0291. Press Release

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Semi-Senior Sale Shoppe for Hospice (Huntingtown) - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every thursday. All Seniors age 55 and older received 50 percent Off on all clothing. Proof of age required. Discount only applies to person named on discount card. Visit www.calverthospice.org for more info. Exploring Wheel-Thrown Ceramics: Winter Session Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (Solomons) - 6 to 9 p.m. Additional Dates: Jan. 4, 11, 18, and open studio Jan 9 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Time(s): 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays, Open Studio Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Series: 7 class series. Member cost: $265 and nonmember cost: $275. Materials fee: all materials provided. Instructor: Ray Bogle. Learn to use the potter’s wheel to make stoneware items such as cups, bowls, and vases. No experience necessary. Experienced students can expect to focus on specific forms and refine their techniques. Up to 25 lbs of stoneware clay included. Additional clay available for purchase prior to class each week. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org.

Friday, Jan. 8 Ham and Oyster Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Join us for an informal dinner from hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 in the lowerlevel dining room. The dinner includes all the trimmings, salad and beverage for $12. Public invited. Call 301-855-6466 for more information.

Saturday, Jan. 9 Find More Love, Power, Serenity Barefoot Wellness (Prince Frederick) - 9 a.m. To 3 p.m.  Deepen your awareness of your Divine essence and ways you block loving and being loved, your full potential for powerful living and true serenity. This workshop will use guided meditations, movement, lecture and experiential work for growth and connecting. The profound wisdom of the Pathwork Lectures will guide to Oneness and Awakening. Call Janeil Stewart for more info and to register. Calvert Artists’ Guild January Workshop Mt. Hope Community Center (104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunderland) - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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The Calvert Artists’ Guild is presenting a “Intensive Drawing” Workshop given by Suzanne Sheldon at the Mt. Hope Community Center on January 9th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No experience necessary for these intensive exercises in learning how to see and draw. Materials needed will be an 11 x 14 sketch pad or paper, 16 x 20” drawing board or stiff matte board, painter’s tape, 4H and 4B lead pencils, charcoal, gum eraser, white eraser, 12 to 18” ruler. Other materials will be provided. Suzanne has been drawing and painting since the early 70s. She has spent her entire career in the field of the arts, as a painter, graphic designer, and photo restoration/retouch artist. The charge for the workshop for Calvert Artists Guild members is $35 and for the public is $45. For additional information, please contact Peggy Hovermale, 301-593-2950, pjhovermale1@yahoo. com, or Gerry Wood at gbwood2@verizon.net, 301-863-9663.

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“Gun Violence: Finding Common Ground” - The Big Conversation Middleham and St. Peter’s (10210 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 2 to 4 p.m. Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Parish in Lusby will present its Fifth Annual Big Conversation. This year’s topic is “Gun Violence: Finding Common Ground”. An expert panel will address the issue, followed by a question and answer session from the audience. It will be followed by a Wednesday evening session on January 13 at 7 pm. Gun violence in the United States resulted in 33,169 deaths in 2013. Most people want to reduce this loss of life. The objective of this Big Conversation is to identify common ground solutions from the widely varying views on the topic.

Sons of the American Legion Meeting American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 - 7 p.m. The Members of the Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will hold its monthly meeting in the Upper Level Meeting Hall of the Post. All Members are urged to attend and make their voices heard. For more information, call Commander Ward at 410-610-7217. www. ALPost206.org.

Country Dance American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 - 7 p.m. to Midnight For a fun time, come to the American Legion Country Dance in the Upper Level Ballroom at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road E on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons commence at 7 p.m. followed by dancing from 8 p.m. until midnight. The Modest price of $15 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. For information call 301855-6466. www.ALpost206.org Reservations at LBloyer@verizon.net.

American Legion 293 Exec Comm Meeting VFW (2310 Old Washington Rd., Waldorf)7 p.m. American Legion Post 293 Executive Committee Meeting. Held second Monday of every month.

All You Care to Eat Breakfast American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 - 8 to 11 a.m.  Start 2016 with a yummy breakfast featuring Hot Cakes, Sausage, Scrapple, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries, Biscuits, Fruit, and Chip Beef. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the upper level Dining Room in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public Welcome. Adults $10; kids 6 to 12 $5; kids under 6 free. Bloody Marys will be available for a nominal charge. For information call 301-855-6466. www.ALPost206.org American Legion Auxiliary Juniors Meeting American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 -2 to 4 p.m.  The American Legion Auxiliary Juniors (Cocoons) Stallings-Williams Post 206 will hold its January meeting commencing at 2 p.m. in the Post upper level Meeting Hall at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road E on

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Change Your Food - Change Your Life (Free Workshop) Good Earth (41675 Park Ave., Leonardtown)- 5 p.m. Change your Food-Change your Life: Benefits of Eating Organic. Join us for a workshop and store tour at the Good Earth in Leonardtown. Learn what is organic, why eating organic is better for you, what organic does to help your body, and types of foods/supplements Good Earth offers. Please R.S.V.P. Requested (Limited to 12). Call 301-904-4339 by Jan 6.

Tuesday, Jan. 12 Board of Trustees Meeting Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings) - 2 to 4 p.m. Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. For more info, call 410257-2101. http://calvertlibrary.info. Family Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E on Route 260, Chesapeake Beach) - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Bring the Kids! The American Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post 206 will host a Family Dinner consisting of Pizza ($8 + $1 for each extra toppings), French Fries ($2). and Chicken Fingers with Fries ($6) Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Lower Level Dining Room.

Wednesday, Jan. 13 Southern Maryland Encore Chorale Program Asbury Solomons Community (Solomons) - 1 p.m. Registration is open for the Winter/ Spring session of the Southern Maryland Encore Chorale and singers of all vocal experience, age 55+, are welcome to join. 15 weekly rehearsals will begin today. You do not need to reside at Asbury Solomons to join. Singers may be seated for rehearsals and performances. Singers will rehearse each week for 90 minutes in preparation for May performances. The Spring repertoire includes the rousing piece, Clap Yo Hands by George and Ira Gershwin, and three wonderful medleys featuring the romantic music of Rodgers and Hart, blues favorites by Hoagy Carmichael, and the exciting music of the ever popular Broadway musical Guys and Dolls. Singers may register at the first rehearsal or online at www.encorecreativity.org. Call 301.261.5747 for more information. “Gun Violence: Finding Common Ground” The Big Conversation Middleham and St. Peter’s (10210 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 7 to 8:30 p.m. The objective of The Big Conversation is to identify common ground solutions from the widely varying views on the topic, “Gun Violence: Finding Common Ground”. This is a followup from the Panelist Presentation on January 10th. There is an optional Pot Luck Supper at 6:15 p.m., in the Great Hall at Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish.

Thursday, Jan. 14 Bingo Harry White Wilmer American Legion Post 82, 6330 Crain Hwy., La Plata- 7 p.m. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82 will hold smoke-free bingo Thursdays with early birds beginning at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Call 301-934-8221 for more information. Public welcome.

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Thursday, January 7 • 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. • Oral History Volunteer Training Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join us to learn how to be involved in Calvert Library’s Oral History initiative. You will learn how to facilitate, transcribe and/or review transcripts of people who have transformed Calvert County. Please register. • 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. • Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach6:30 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 handson 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: Take a Toll. Please register.

Friday, January 8 • On Pins and 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. • Minecraft Free Play Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach5:30 to 7 p.m. Play Minecraft on our computers while the library is closed to other customers. Please register.

Saturday, January 9

• Garden Smarter: Companion Planting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about mutually beneficial crop relationships; keep insect pests away while attracting beneficial insects; enhance the health of garden soil; have great tasting veggies. • Chess Saturday at the Library Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 10 a.m. to noon Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts—please join us (with or without your own chess set) at the library the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! Please register. • Learn Mahjongg Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 1 to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! • Poets’ Circle

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Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Beginner or big-time, confident or compulsive, stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work on or just yourself. Please register. • Lego Mania Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Lego enthusiasts will meet weekly to hear a story followed by a Lego building session. Each session will close with sharing time. Legos supplied by library.

Monday, January 11

• Monday Morning Movies and More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for a movie and a story! • Zentangling, ZenDoodling, Coloring... Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 12:30 to 2 p.m. Join guest teacher Kathleen Werwath, CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher)to learn the art of Zentangle at this month’s Zentangle, ZenDoodling, & Adult Coloring meetup. The library will supply regular copy paper, colored pencils and a few sharpies. If you would like to bring your own supplies, they are welcome! Learn more about Zentangle at www.Zentangle.com. Please register. • On Pins and Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., 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 Rd., Owings- 3:30 to 5 p.m. Try your hand at building and participate 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 Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 7 to 8:30 p.m. The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George. In this bookMonsieur Perdu calls himself a literary apothecary. He uses his intuitive feel to prescribe the exact book a reader needs. Perdu mends broken hearts and souls, but can›t seem to heal his own.

Tuesday, January 12 • Board of Trustees Meeting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. • 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 Rd., 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.

Wednesday, January 13

• Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. • JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 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.

Thursday, January 14

• 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. • Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale Members’ Preview Night Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 5 to 7 p.m. Thousands of used books available at great prices. • 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. • Lego Mania Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For kids from kindergarten to 5th grade. 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. This month’s theme: Dreams.

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Friday, January 15

• Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- noon to 3 p.m. Thousands of used books available at great prices. • On Pins and 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, January 16

• Friends of the Library Gently Used Book Sale Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thousands of used books available at great prices. • Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and 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. • Children’s MakerSpace Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 1 to 4 p.m. Come join our “Maker’s Space” for children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations. • Lego Mania Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach2:30 to 3:30 p.m. For kids from kindergarten to 5th grade. 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. • 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, January 18

• Drop-in Minecraft Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 3:30 to 5 p.m. Try your hand at building and participate in special projects using minecraft. edu. No registration!

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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