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Chesapeake Beach Developer’s Plans Decided Upon By Crista Dockray Staff Writer The Planning and Zoning Commission met last Wednesday at 7 p.m. to discuss the proposed site plans created by Gerald Donovan and his team regarding his expansion of the Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa and the development of the Harbor Vista South Apartments across the street on Harbor Road. The Chesapeake Beach town hall was packed with residents, forcing many to stand. Among the residents were town council members, Gerald Donovan, his attorney, and all of the experts on the project for traffic, environment, engineering, and architecture. The meeting started with the discussion of the Harbor Vista South Apartments. One of the lead architects Janey Gregory from the architectural and design firm Little, which is handling both of Donovan’s projects, said that the apartment building will have five levels, two for parking and three residential with 58 units in total. According to Paul Woodburn the engineer on the project, the property sits on about 2.8 acres with the building reaching 60 ft. 2 inches and, according to Gregory, there will be bike racks, storage units, boat slips for all apartments, a wellness and fitness center, it will be pet friendly and have outdoor grills, a picnic
area, and high security parking. They are considering making the top floor senior only, but have not come to a final decision on the matter. Gregory said they want people to know it’s high end on their first impression, they want to keep with the local aesthetic, and their targeted demographic is the baby boomer generation and the families on the go that want to live next to the water. The preliminary approval was given for the project after looking over many factors. The state highway administration will be rebuilding the bridge and expanding the intersection of 261 and Harbor Road which will help the extra traffic flow easily in and out of the development. According to Donovan’s traffic expert, the traffic will move at a level B or higher during peak hours. Storm water management already exists on the property, which handles runoff and will help meet the Critical Area Commission’s requirements. They have still have thousands of square feet of land to mitigate, however this will be handled with in lieu of fees or by mitigating another piece of property within the town. The commission does encourage mitigating another piece of property, which Donovan and his team did not object to. The only conditions to this preliminary approval was that they turn in a lighting and signage plan and consider a public access
easement through the property in the form of a sidewalk. Donovan and his team did object to the public access easement as, according to the attorney, it could cause many legal problems. The planning and zoning commission will be asking the town attorney to look into the matter. The second part of the meeting dealt with the Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. According to Gregory, there will be a crab house, a terrace, Rod and Reel will be moved and redone, there will be an improved wedding venue, a ballroom, a meeting room, retail shops, a café, a glass atrium, an arcade, another restaurant, a separate three level parking garage that will be covered with translucent artistic frames, and about 65 more hotel rooms. This part of the Donovan’s project was hit with much more difficulty and did not receive its preliminary approval. According to Woodburn, unlike the other site, no storm water management is in effect. This needs to be planned before construction can take place. The commission’s main concern was that the traffic coming out of the garage onto Mears Avenue would cause issues with the intersection and the people coming out of the Chesapeake Station shopping center. Other concerns included lighting, sound, signage, safe travels across the site for pedestrians, and once more they asked for a public access easement on a part of the property. With both projects, the public had mixed reactions.
Donovan stressed to the public that he wants to be a good neighbor. “We hope to produce something in the town that everyone can be proud of,” said Donovan. The planning and zoning commission, Donovan, and members of his team will be meeting next month to go over the plans once more with the concerns addressed. crista@countytimes.net
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Legislative Leadership Announces Transparency In Transportation Agenda Common Sense Legislation Will Create More Transparency And Accountability In Transportation Funding And Decision-Making
Speaker of the House Michael E. Busch, Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr, and legislative leadership today announced common sense legislation to create more transparency and accountability in deciding how Maryland taxpayer dollars are spent on transportation and transit. “The state spends billions on transportation and transit,” said House Speaker Michael E. Busch. “We need better transparency and accountability to ensure tax payer dollars are spent wisely to rebuild our infrastructure and support our economy.” “People don’t mind paying for road improvements or improved transit as long as the funding goes to reducing congestion and commute times, getting cars off the road, and creating jobs and economic development opportunities. Getting rid of the mystery of how, why and where roads get built in Maryland will only increase citizen confidence in the process.” stated Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. The legislative package introduced today includes: SB908/HB1013 - Maryland Open Transportation Investment Decision Act of 2016 (Senator DeGrange, Delegate Beidle): Long-term planning and funding decisions are made by each administration with the input of local jurisdictions but without transparency or objective decision-making process. Virginia recently passed bi-partisan legislation to take the politics out of transportation funding decisions and this bill proposes that Maryland follow a similar process. This legislation would create a new process to objectively screen and rank the priority of transportation projects based on their anticipated benefits including reduced congestion and increasing economic development. Funding lower scoring projects ahead of higher scoring alternatives is not prohibited but doing so requires the Governor to provide a rationale for any deviation. HB1010 - Maryland Transit Administration Oversight and Planning Board (Delegate Lierman): The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is the country’s 13th largest transit system with more than 370,000 trips taken each day by the elderly, disabled and school
children on bus, light rail, metro subway, and trains. The MTA does not currently engage in long-term planning, and does not produce regular performance and reliability reports for the public. Furthermore, the MTA does not have a mandated, permanent forum for addressing concerns of transit riders, business leaders and the public. Similar to other State transportation modalities, the bill would create the Maryland Transit Administration Oversight and Planning Board made up of transit riders and citizens appointed by the Governor, Presiding Officers and the County Executives in MTA service area. The Board would provide a forum for the public to be represented and heard by MTA officials and would report back to the Governor and General Assembly on the MTA’s spending, performance, policies, and progress towards strategic goals SB907/HB672 - Harry W. Nice Memorial Potomac River Bridge Replacement (Senator Middleton/ Delegate Jameson): The Harry W. Nice Bridge will reach the end of its 75 year life span in 2025. It is a critical evacuation route and the only logical alternative to I-95 across the Potomac River. After a replacement plan was in place, the construction of a bridge is currently stalled, and unless legislative action is taken, the bridge will reach the end of its lifespan without a new bridge being completed. The legislation requires the Maryland Transportation Authority undertake all the necessary steps to begin construction of the Harry Nice Bridge replacement in the near future. HB1012 - Income Tax Credit Commuter Benefits - Eligibility and Credit Amount (Delegate McCray): As MTA, MARC and DC Metro fares, parking and carpool expenses have increased, the tax credit to businesses offering commuter benefits to their employees has not kept pace. Offering employees commuter benefits has become less and less attractive to the state’s employers. This legislation would double the commuter benefits tax credit from $50 a month to $100 and reduce carpool eligibility from 8 riders to 6 riders to encourage more carpooling. Press Release
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Valentine’s Day Crash Takes Young Couple By Crista Dockray Staff Writer Last Sunday, Feb. 14 Kayla Amos, 20, and Daniel Amos, 21 died in a three-vehicle car crash in Edgewater, according to multiple media reports. Daniel who worked in the Arts Ministry at Chesapeake Church was killed on site. “Dan was an amazing young man, he just loved God so much,” said Amy Knott a volunteer at the church. Wife Kayla, an employee at Maertens Fine Jewelry and Gifts, was severely injured, and brought to Shock Trauma in Baltimore, according to information from Chesapeake Church. Due to severe injuries, Kayla was taken off of life support and passed away the morning after. The crash occurred on Valentine’s Day and the couple’s six-month wedding anniversary. As of press time no service information has been released. crista@countytimes.net
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Patuxent Business Park Finally Gets Tenants By Crista Dockray Staff Writer Dominion Cove Point will be building a combined office space and warehouse in Patuxent Business Park (PBP) on one of 14 lots, according to the Calvert County Department of Economic Development. According to a press release, the building will be 50,000 square feet. According to Angela Walters the spokesperson for the Department of Economic Development, Dominion approached them in fall of 2015. County Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr., said that he heard the news about two to three weeks ago. Slaughenhoupt said that Dominion decided to build because they had underestimated the staff they needed for the Dominion Cove Point project. This new building will provide office spaces for the overflow. Slaughenhoupt said that the project is already underway as they have submitted their plans for the permit process and the hope to finish construction by summer of 2016. The park was built in 2002, however nothing has been constructed to date. According to Walters and Slaughenhoupt, there had been much interest over the years and a lot of work done, but all potential developers had backed out. According to Walters, Dominion was not actually the first to purchase a lot in PBP, in 2006 lot No.10 was purchased by Osprey Property Company. Slaughenhoupt said that the reason for lack of development he believed was cause by two broad issues, financing for the company and issues with the state.
Walters said it was definitely an issue of financing and a downturned economy. “It’s wasn’t like we were not trying,” said Walters. “It was a situation handed to us by the economy.” Slaughenhoupt said that the original plan for PBP was for businesses to either move or expand into. This is exactly what Dominion is doing. Slaughenhoupt said he is happy that this will bring new jobs to the county for the people constructing and working in the building. Slaughenhoupt said he hopes that this will into be the first step for more development in PBP. “Of course, we are very happy that Dominion decided to build this new facility in Patuxent Business Park,” said Linda Vassallo, Director of Calvert County Department of Economic Development. “The sale of that lot, and the announcement of the park’s first construction project is great news for Calvert County, the state of Maryland and our work force. We are confident this is the beginning of business growth in the PBP.” crista@countytimes.net
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Josh Kurtz: Rights and Wrongs By Josh Kurtz Editor of Environment & Energy Daily
On the day state Senate Democrats voted to override his veto of legislation restoring voting rights to 44,000 parolees and probationers, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) ordered Bipartisan Crab Soup at Chick n’ Ruth’s deli in Annapolis. Cornered by reporters in the cramped governor’s booth as he ate with Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford (R), Hogan was quick to condemn the vote and suggested that there could be political consequences for the senators who went against his wishes. Some, he predicted, “won’t survive the vote.” Minutes later, like clockwork, Change Maryland, Hogan’s political organization, listed the 29 Democrats who had voted to override the veto, accusing them of “ignoring an overwhelming majority of Marylanders” and suggesting that they be targeted for their votes. In the days that followed, angry Marylanders let these lawmakers know how they felt – sometimes in intemperate, threatening ways. Can we please, please discard the notion, symbolic culinary preferences notwithstanding, that Hogan is a bipartisan governor? Even when he delivers a State of the State speech full of bipartisan platitudes, as he did two weeks ago, Hogan’s words are almost immediately contradicted by the biting rhetoric and bare-knuckle tactics of Change Maryland – as if this organization, which Hogan built specifically to crap on Democrats and get himself elected governor, is somehow a separate entity from the man atop state government. Senate President Mike Miller (D) blamed Change Maryland for the hostile messages he and his colleagues have received – and he’s got a point. And when is someone going to have the temerity to suggest that some of the rhetoric emanating from the governor’s fullthrottle political operation is, intentionally or not, a dog whistle to some of the whiter communities in the state and some of the darker elements of the conservative movement – who see every taxpayer dollar going to places like Baltimore city and Prince George’s County as money wasted on undeserving minorities? It is increasingly possible to see a link between the anti-gov-
ernment message that Hogan employed to great effect in 2014 and the intolerance that’s routinely coming from the Republican candidates for president. Hogan’s is just delivered with his affable smile. Whether Hogan’s opposition to the voting bill is another example of Republican attempts at voter suppression, as some Democrats charge, is hard to say. Undeniably, given the state of the modern American criminal justice system and Maryland’s population, many of the 44,000 ex-offenders who will now see their voting rights restored on an accelerated basis are AfricanAmerican and Latino. And they are more likely than not to vote Democratic, making this nominally blue state just a tad bluer. Yet Democrats are casting this measure as an expansion of democracy – which it is – and are soft-pedaling the partisan implications. Change Maryland isn’t directly mentioning the partisan implications, either. But as it ostensibly targets all 29 state Senate Democrats who voted to override Hogan’s veto, it is really only targeting a handful – the Democrats representing districts that Hogan carried in 2014. So look out John Astle and Ed Kasemeyer and Ron Young and Bobby Zirkin – and yes, Mike Miller. Can 44,000 newly-enrolled voters put Democrats over the top in 2018? Can Change Maryland sustain the ire against the vulnerable Senate Democrats long enough to defeat them in 2018? Here are examples #1,047 and #1,048 of why the 2018 election is already well under way. But on the issue of expanding democracy in Maryland, the Democrats are not without their contradictions and hypocrisy, either. If a purer, more robust democracy is truly the goal, then the Democrats ought to go along with Hogan’s bid to reform the redistricting process in Maryland – as it is or with variations. There is, of course, a partisan element to Hogan’s push for redistricting reform – though he won’t cop to it. After all, if Maryland Democrats aren’t gaming the process, Republicans stand to gain. And Democrats are right to point out that Republican abuses of the redistricting process in a handful of other states are just
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as bad as Democratic gerrymandering in Maryland. Some Democrats have called for federal redistricting reform to level the playing field – and that’s a desirable goal, in theory. But as long as the drawing of congressional and legislative district boundaries remains the purview of states, the solution to a stilted process ought to be found at the state level. Whatever the motivations, Hogan’s recommendations to put redistricting in the hands of a nonpartisan commission seem modest and come, for the Democrats, with minimal risk. How many Democratic-held congressional seats in Maryland would flip with a fairer redistricting process? One or two? How many legislative districts would change hands? Not many. Why are the Democrats ceding the moral high ground here to Hogan and the Republicans? Last fall, the Florida Supreme Court threw out that state’s heavily-gerrymandered congressional map, which favored the GOP. The end result? Democrats may pick up a couple of seats. Less than two weeks ago, a federal court threw out North Carolina’s congressional map, which may be the most gerrymandered in the nation – even though that state’s primary is just a couple of weeks away. A new map could yield a couple of seats for the Democrats, at best. How long till someone finds a legitimate legal argument to upend Maryland’s misshapen political map? Yes, if Democrats go along with Hogan’s redistricting plan, Hogan wins. But guess what – if Democrats resist and obstruct it, Hogan wins, too. Just last week, in a triumphant, nostalgic return to the statehouse in Springfield, Ill., where his political career began in 1997, President Obama made a full-throated cry for redistricting reform. In another statehouse, several hundred miles away, Democrats should take his words to heart. Josh Kurtz is editor of Environment & Energy Daily on Capitol Hill. He can be reached at - This email address is being protected from spambots. -nullnullnullnullnullnull. Follow him on Twitter -- @joshkurtznews
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INCIDENT BRIEFS During the week of February 8 through February 15 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,640 calls for service throughout the community. If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can re-
port it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling 410-535-2800. Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity.
Theft Case #16-7891: On February 11, 2016, Deputy W. Durner responded to Hoile Lane in Huntingtown for the report of tampering and thefts from vehicles. Several vehicles had been rummaged through between February 10 from 9:00pm and 6:45am the following morning with the following items being stolen: Under Armour bag containing basketball shoes, a jersey and pair of Coach glasses; green Gap jacket, backpack with a calculator and college books; a wallet, cards and Geneva watch; Baikal MP 153 12 gauge shot gun and multiple pieces of jewelry.
Elizabeth Parks, 25, both from Chesapeake Beach, were transported to the Detention Center and charged with possession and distribution of heroin.  Police Information Case #16-8205: On February 12, 2016 Cpl. M. Naecker was dispatched to Larkview Court (East) in Dunkirk with the report of suspicious behavior. Several incidences have occurred in the early morning hours where unknown suspect(s) have opened resident’s garage doors with an unknown device. At this time no items have been reported stolen. Citizens are reminded to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity as it occurs.
Burglary Case #16-8258: On February 12, 2016 Dfc. A. Locke was dispatched to Cross Point Drive in Owings for the report of an attempted burglary. The victim noticed pry marks on the door and door frame of their garage entry. It is not known the specific time period this incident may have occurred.
Theft Case #16-7891: On February 11, 2016 Deputy W. Durner responded to Hoile Lane in Huntingtown for the report of tampering and thefts from vehicles. Several vehicles had been rummaged through between February 10 from 9:00pm and 6:45am the following mornCDS Violation Case #16-8414: ing with the following items being stolen: On February 13, 2016 Dfc. C. Ward con- Under Armour bag containing basketball ducted a traffic stop on Donald’s Way after shoes, a jersey and pair of Coach glasses; observing a vehicle make an illegal turn. green Gap jacket, backpack with a calculaHe observed the occupants to be in posses- tor and college books; a wallet, cards and sion of a controlled dangerous substance Geneva watch; Baikal MP 153 12 gauge (heroin). Eric Scott Woomer, 31 and Holly shot gun and multiple pieces of jewelry.
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Calvert Man Charged With Soliciting Child Porn
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
She later sent him pictures of female private areas, charging documents read. Maryland State Police have arBarbins, in turn, sent her picrested and charged a Solomons tures of male private areas, police resident with soliciting child stated. pornography over the internet afThe contact and sending of imter an investigation that reached ages between the two lasted beBarbins back to September of last year all tween September 24 to September the way to Illinois, according to 28, court papers stated. charging documents. Knox County detectives interviewed Andre Rudolph Barbins, 45, an athletics the girl and she admitted she had set piccoach at St. Mary’s College of Maryland tures of her own private areas to the web was arrested and charged Feb. 12 and re- site where she and Barbins had made leased on bond the next day, according to contact. on-line court records, for not only solicLocal detectives positively identified iting a child for pornographic images but Barbins as the one who sent the images to for sending obscene materials to a minor. girl in Illinois. According to charging documents filed When interviewed by police Barbins against Barbins, a detective with the Knox at first said he had several contacts with County Sheriff’s Office contacted Mary- women on the internet site but they were land law officers about the sexual solicita- all adults, charging documents stated. tion of a minor. “Barbins stated he did not recall havThe investigation revealed a then-un- ing a conversation with [a girl] or the fact known suspect named only “Andre” had that any female he contacted was 12 years contacted a 12-year-old girl and asked her old,” charging documents stated. if she liked older men and then if she “had Before police could administer a polya lot of sexy experiences.” graph exam on Barbins, he admitted he Barbins then asked for a picture of the knew the female on the site was 12 years girl, charging documents stated, and sent old and that he had sent sexually explicit her a picture of who police believed was pictures of himself to her, court papers Barbins naked from the waist up. stated. The girl reciprocated first by sending a close-up picture of her face and then one guyleonard@countytimes.net of her in front of a mirror fully clothed.
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Commissioner’s Corner
What’s Next? Several columns in this newspaper presented insights into the workings of the Calvert County government. Also for the past few months, similar presentations were presented to the public during “Work Sessions” at various Tuesday meetings of the Board of County Commissioners. The information presented is unprecedented as even the various county department directors indicated this year’s budget build process; presented as “Service Based Budgeting” permitted them insight into their own departments not previously known. This approach has several objectives; most noteworthy is “Transparency” for our citizens. The information is available on line at: http://www.co.cal.md.us/ index.aspx?nid=1965 and those work sessions may be viewed at: http://www.co.cal. md.us/index.aspx?NID=1501 There are nearly 500 Services and Functions identified which the county government does and explains why so many weeks were needed to present this information. The Services are those activities that directly serve the citizens and the Functions are those activities that support the Services. Since this information is now available, an obvious question to ask is “What’s Next?” Each of these Services and Functions are documented, along with estimated cost information for each within a spreadsheet. The various department directors identified a relative priority for their Services and Functions. Currently, the County Administrator is reviewing these
from an overall across-county government perspective. Soon, this listing will be provided to each county commissioner who will individually vote on these priorities. They may simply accept the priority recommended by the county administrator, or submit a higher or lower ranking score. The scores will be averaged and then the spreadsheet will be sorted based upon the rankings. No doubt, the listing that will be produced will show cost information for Services and Functions that exceeds the amount of expected incoming revenue. This scoring should conclude about the time the budget and finance staff is ready to produce a “staff recommended budget”. At that point in time, the commissioners will weigh all options and use spreadsheet for providing guidance to the budget staff for producing the final budget. This process is new; the first time for our staff to build a budget this way, with lessons learned that could be applied for subsequent years. It also is new for our citizens who were and are welcomed to weigh in with their views and concerns. The next few months will be interesting. Stay involved and make sure your voices are heard. Recommend that citizens present their views via email to commiss@ co.cal.md.us Evan K. Slaughenhoupt, Jr. President (R) Board Of County Commissioners
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Carl Densmore “Buddy” McCoy III Carl Densmore “Buddy” McCoy III, 76, of Lusby, MD, passed away on February 9, 2016 at Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis, MD. Born July 16, 1939 in Seat Pleasant, MD, he was the son of the late Carl Densmore McCoy, Jr. and Margaret Estelle (McFadden) McCoy. Buddy graduated from Suitland High School in 1957. He worked as a steamfitter for Steamfitters Local #602 for Forty one years, retiring in 2002. He enjoyed bluegrass and classic country music, and
years ago was an excellent singer. He played bass in a bluegrass band every Friday night. Buddy loved horses and loved showing them. He was a member of the National Rifleman’s Association. In his younger years, Buddy was fantastic on roller skates. He was a manager at the skating rink in Waldorf, MD for over ten years. Buddy is survived by his wife, Barbara A. McCoy whom he married on December 30, 1989 in Owings, MD; his children, Laurie Talbert of Salisbury, MD and Kevin McCoy of Chaptico, MD; grandchildren, Katelin, Alissa and Julie; step-children, Angie Hill (Jimmy) of Prince Frederick, MD and W. Dean Catterton (Michele) of Huntingtown, MD; siblings, Cheri (Carl), Buck (Cathy), Mike (Nancy), and Eddie; sister-in-law,
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Robert Vincent Daniel Robert Vincent Daniel of Atlantic City, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at the age of 86. He was born in September, 1929, in Washington, DC to Louise V. (Donahue) and Arthur D. Daniel. Mr. Daniel was a veteran, serving his country in the U. S. Marine Corps. Mr. Daniel owned a roofing business in Washington, DC, before retiring to Atlantic City. He enjoyed John Wayne movies, fishing, loved to sing and dance and have friends over for card parties. He was a great storyteller, loved sports and attended four Super Bowls as a Washington Redskin fan. He was the beloved husband of Ana (Viera) Daniel and loving father of Tom Daniel (Angela), Lynn Marie Daniel (David), Brenda Ann Daniel (Douglas LéFevre) and Theresa Daniel (Basil Doyle). He was the brother of Jack, Phil, Jerry, Patsy, Dottie and Nancy. He was the devoted grandfather of eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by numerous other family and friends. A viewing was held at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A., Owings, MD with a Mass of Christian Burial at the Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Owings, MD. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, MD.
Doris Anne (Seibert) Garner Doris Anne (Seibert) Garner passed away peacefully on February 12th at the Asbury-Solomons Retirement Community due to a series of strokes and colon cancer. She was born in Baltimore, MD, the 2nd of four children of Daniel Willis and Clara Seibert. She married 2nd Lt. Vernon W. Garner of Solomons on Dec 20th, 1944. They recently celebrated 71 years of marriage. They have 4 children, 12 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. As an Air
Force wife, Doris Anne traveled extensively with Vernon who was stationed in 10 different stateside locations, plus 2 overseas assignments in Greece and Germany. After retirement, she continued to visit her kids and grandkids all over the USA. Doris Anne was an accomplished seamstress who designed original outfits and did alterations for family, friends, and Betty’s Closet (a thrift shop fund at Asbury). She gained renown as an artist, painting in oils, acrylics, watercolors, and black ink. As a member of the Calvert Artists’ Guild, she regularly displayed art works at Solomons’ annual PRAD festival and at the Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Art Center. A dedicated Christian, Doris Anne taught Sunday school from the age of 13 well into her eighties. She was committed to missionary causes, volunteered for many charitable groups, and found genuine joy in helping others. Above all, she was a devoted wife, mom, grandma, and great-grandma. She instilled in each family member a love for the Lord and for others. Doris Anne is survived by her husband Vernon, brother Richard Seibert, and a host of loving family members including the following: children—Vernanne, Wendell, Josie, and Daniel; their spouses—Wayne Alvarez, Peggy Garner, Joe Gonzales, and Tami Garner; and grandkids—Gina, Angie, Dan, Martina, Kara, Kristen, Kim, Alan, Christy, Alison, Brianna, and Caitlyn.
Roseanna Marie “Becky” Rivera Roseanna Marie “Becky” Rivera, 47, passed away February 12, 2016 at her residence. She was born October 12, 1968 in Prince Frederick to James Leroy, Sr. and Rosemarie (Jenkins) Robinson. Becky was raised in Dunkirk and graduated from Northern High School in 1986. She married Daniel Ray Rivera on September 19, 1988 and they made their home in Dunkirk and Owings. Becky was employed as a secretary and later owned and operated Cherokee Home Appraisals with her husband. In her leisure time she enjoyed slot machines, computer games and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She was also a member of Bayside Baptist Church in Chesapeake Beach. Becky is survived by her husband Daniel Ray Rivera of Owings; children Justin R. Rivera of Owings and Jesse R. Rivera and his wife Brittany of Dunkirk; grandchildren Dominic and Kaylee Rivera and her parents James Leroy, Sr. and Rosemarie Robinson of Dunkirk. She is also survived by siblings Tammy L. Oliver and her husband John of Dunkirk, Wonda L. Bryant and her husband Jim of Sandwich, MA and James L. Robinson, Jr. of Elizabethtown, TN, as well as five nieces.
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Local Lawmakers Differ On Pension Tax Credit Bill By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A bill profered in Annapolis this year could pay big dividends for retirees with big pension benefits — up to $75,000 — and while some local law makers are supporting the measure others are skeptical of its rewards, much less its chances of success. The bill, HB 311, entered by Del. Karen Lewis Young, a Frederick Democrat, would exempt state residents who are at least 70 years old, or those who suffer from a qualifying disability, from income taxes on their pensions up to $75,000. The maximum allowable exemption would be phased in over seven years, according to an analysis by the state’s Department of Legislative Services (DLS.) The costs to the state would be significant, with a revenue decrease of $16.9 million for fiscal 2017 and $95.8 million by 2021, according to DLS. Senator Steve Waugh R-Dist. 29 said he would support the bill because it was a tax relief bill and particularly because this would help seniors, especially retired federal and military personnel, remain in Maryland. “A tax credit is generally a good thing,” Waugh said. “The more we can pass this year the better.” Waugh said despite the good intentions of the legislation it faced a stiff, uphill battle even to get out of committee. “This is going in exactly the direction Gov. [Larry] Hogan and the Republican caucus wants to go, and that’s to keep seniors here,” Waugh said. “But I would expect both committees to kill the bill.” Young’s bill is currently in the house Ways and Means Committee, while Sen. Ron Young’s companion bill is in the senate’s Budget and Taxation Committee. Ron Young is Karen Young’s husband. Karen Young’s similar bill died in committee last year and Ron Young’s bill is in a committee where there are just three Republicans, Waugh said. “We’ve got to find three Democrats in the Senate to get it out to the floor,” Waugh said. Del. Deb Rey, R-Dist. 29B, is the one local law maker in either Calvert or St. Mary’s to offically sponsor the bill. “This was definitely an issue in the last election, the intention of the bill is to reduce taxes on our seniors,” Rey said. “Usually you don’t see Democrats putting forward tax relief. “I’m encouraged by the bill.” Rey also believed the chances of the bill passing were slim but it was still worth supporting. “If you don’t put new ideas out there, nothing’s going to change,” Rey said. Todd Eberly, professor of political science at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, said the prospect of a such a significant
“A tax credit is generally a good thing. The more we can pass this year the better.” single tax cut would likely gain in popularity but it was not exactly in keeping with the governor’s balanced approach of fiscal discipline and curbing spending. “Tax cuts are popular, but what we don’t like to do is plug holes or cut programs,” Eberly said. “This blows a substantial hole in the budget.” Eberly said politicians were lining up to find ways to spend the $449 million surplus currently had in fiscal 2017 but that in three years the state’s structural deficit was likely to rear its head again. Eberly also said that seniors, at least the ones who could retire with a pension as high as $75,000, were not leaving the state permanently. Rather some of them were maintaining a residence here and wintering in places like Florida. Trying to compete with Florida to keep and retain seniors, he said, was likely to fail. “Florida has no income tax and no winter,” Eberly said. “It [HB 311] won’t change much about whether or not people leave the state.” Eberly said both Republicans and Democrats continued to come to an impass over the state’s finances: Republicans were loathe to raise new revenues through taxation but Democrats were equally guilty of not finding ways to cut costs or programs. “The two sides are talking past eachother,” Eberly said. “Adding $100 million to the deficit is not fiscal discipline. “It speaks to skewed priorities.” Del. Matt Morgan, R-Dist. 29A, was not fond of the bill, nor its prospects in the legislature. He believed Hogan’s proposals, particularly an earned income tax credit for middle class residents, made more sense. “It does have some bipartisan support, but I don’t particularly care for it,” Morgan said. “It’s a carve-out for special people.” One of the bill’s main problems, Morgan said, was that people who paid into their retirement funds on their own, such as with individual retirement accounts, were not eligible for the exemption. “I just can’t see it passing,” Morgan said.
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Dropout Rate at an All-Time Low A higher percentage of Maryland students are crossing the stage to receive their high school diplomas than at any other time in the State’s history, according to data released today by the Maryland State Department of Education. As the graduation rate sets new records, the dropout rate has reached an all-time low. “Each student who graduates from high school is a success story, and those students, families, and schools should celebrate that success,” said Dr. Jack Smith, Interim State Superintendent of Schools. “It also is important to remember that a high school diploma is only the first step. We continue to strengthen our standards to better prepare each student for life beyond high school– be it further education, the workforce, or both.” The four-year cohort graduation rate reached 87 percent in 2015 — 5 points better than the 82 percent rate registered
in 2010. The graduation rate jumped .6 percentage points over 2014, from 86.4 percent. Most student subgroups saw improvement in graduation rates between 2014 and 2015, although gaps in the numbers persist: Four-year cohort graduation rates for African American, Asian, Native Hawaiian and White students all improved, as did the rate for students identifying as two or more races. The graduation rate for African American students has jumped from 76.09 in 2010 to 82.3 percent in 2015. The graduation rate for Hispanic students dipped by .6 percentage points between 2014 and 2015, but has improved by more than 5 percentage points since 2011, from 71.7 percent to 76.9 percent. Among students receiving special services, the four-year cohort graduation rate rose in two of three categories. Specifically,
both special education students and students receiving free or reduced price meals improved. But the percentage of English language learners graduating fell from 54.1 percent in 2014 to 49.3 percent in 2015. Maryland six years ago moved to the cohort graduation rate, which follows a set group of students from freshman year through their senior year. The four-year cohort graduation rate has improved every year since. Simultaneously, the dropout rate has been in steady decline. The State’s dropout rate, which stood at 11.9 percent in 2010, dropped to 8.1 percent in 2015. The new high school and system data will be available on the updated MdReportCard.org website at noon today. Press Release from Maryland State Department of Education
CCPS Board of Education Schedules Joint Meeting with BOCC The Calvert County Board of Education will hold a joint meeting with the Board of County Commissioners on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at the Brooks Administration Building
in the Board Room. The meeting is to provide a preview of the budget that will be presented to the public at 7:00 p.m. on February 25 at Calvert High School. For additional information, please
contact Karen Maxey, Administrative Assistant to the Board, at maxeyk@calvertcounty.education. Press Release
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Thursday, February 18, 2016
CCPS 41st Annual Service Awards
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45-year honoree Karen Burggraf with Dr. Curry and Board of Ed members.
Calvert County Public Schools held their 41st Annual Service Awards last Thursday at Calvert High School to honor faculty and staff that had been working with CCPS for 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 45 years. The awards ceremony began with words from Dr. Victoria D. Karol the Director of Human Resources. The CHS Chamber Choir then sang the national anthem as the CHS NJROTC Color Guard performed the presentation of colors. Karol spoke once more, Dr. Curry, the Superintendent of Schools, gave a few words, and Pamela L. Cousins, the President of the Board of Education, followed with words of her own thanking everyone in the room for their commitment to serve.
Before the presentation of the awards, the CHS Musical Theatre Group performed a few songs. Awards were given to 71 honorees for 20-year employees, 46 honorees for 25 years, 19 honorees for 30 years, 11 honorees for 35 years, five honorees for 40 years, and two honorees for 45. Forty year employees are James Dent, Jr., Letty McNulty, Michele Nycum, Kathleen Parker, and Catherine Vogel. Forty five-year employees are Karen Burggraf and Michael Mooney. There to congratulate them was Dr. Curry, Cousins, board member Kelley McConkey, and board member William J. Phalen, Sr. The catered reception began at 4 p.m. and lasted until 6 p.m. crista@countytimes.net
March Events at CSM Calvert County CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: The Merling Trio. 3 p.m., March 6. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. A classical piano trio of piano, violin and cello, the Merling Trio is recognized as one of today's premier ensembles. A truly international trio, it brings together musicians from Polish, Japanese and Dutch backgrounds. The trio made its New York debut in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in 1993, and was named a finalist for the Naumburg Foundation Chamber Music Award in 1994. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. Free. rfleming@csmd.edu, 443-550-6011, www.csmd.edu/Arts. Charles County CSM Children?s Theatre: "Spirit of Hispania: Hispanic Tales by Jules Tasca." 7 p.m., March 11; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., March 12. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Five short plays explore Latin-American mythology, for all ages and races. $7 adults/seniors, $5 youth. bxoffc@ csmd.edu, 301-934-7828, www. csmd.edu/Arts.
CSM Cause Theatre: "The Walls." 7:30 p.m., March 17; 8 p.m., March 18; 2 p.m., March 19. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Building, Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The Walls takes a look at the effects of mental illness?and the various forms of separation it so often brings with it?on a group of women and their families in three different time periods. $5 all ages. Due to subject matter and language, this play is not suitable for patrons under 18. bxoffc@csmd.edu, 301-934-7828, www.csmd.edu/Arts. CSM's campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two-week advanced notice. Contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614. CSM’s campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two week advanced notice. If you are interested in these services, please contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614. Press Release
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The Write Stuff: Creative Writing Workshop for Tweens and Teens at Calvert Library Prince Frederick Want to be a writer when you grow up but don’t know where to begin? During spring break, Calvert Library is hosting an interactive creative writing workshop to help get you started on the path to publication. On Thursday, March 24 from 2 to 4 p.m., acclaimed young adult authors Jessica Spotswood and J.C. Lillis will lend their expertise at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Attendees in grades 5 to 12 will have the unique opportunity to work with published authors as they participate in writing exercises designed to help them learn about story structure, character development, and dialogue. There will also be plenty of time for questions in order to provide an insider’s look at the writing process and the publishing industry.
Jessica Spotswood is the author of the historical fantasy trilogy The Cahill Witch Chronicles and the editor of the feminist historical anthology A Tyranny of Petticoats. She lives in Washington, D.C. and works as a children’s library associate for the D.C. Public Library. J.C. Lillis is the author of two contemporary young adult romances: How to Repair a Mechanical Heart and We Won’t Feel a Thing. She lives in Baltimore, Maryland with her patient family and an impatient cat. Do you have the Write Stuff? Register for the workshop and find out! For more information about this and other events at Calvert Library, visit calvertlibrary.info or call 410-535-0291.
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Calvert Hospice’s 3rd Annual Culinary Event
Calvert Hospice announces the 3rd Annual Culinary Event. The event will be held at Running Hare Vineyard in Prince Frederick on April 8 from 6:30 – 10:30 pm. The evening features a selection of wines from Running Hare Vineyard, fine dining in an elegant atmosphere, and several creative opportunities to support Calvert Hospice. The NightLife Band will provide lively entertainment. Tickets are on sale now for $125 each, or tables can be reserved for groups of 10 for $1,350. Tickets can be purchased on our web-
site at: www.calverthospice.org. You can also call the office at 410-535-0892 to order your tickets over the phone. Sponsorships range from $500 to $3,000 and feature a variety of benefits. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact Claire Piason, Director of Development, at 410535-0892 or email cpiason@calverthospice. org. Seating is limited. Call now for reservations. Press Release
Guiding Good Choices Program Coming to St. Mary’s County In a continuing effort to provide support to parents in the community, the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services is offering the Guiding Good Choices Program® on five Thursdays beginning in March. The program is a family competency training program for parents of children in middle school. The program is based on the social development model and its primary objectives are to enhance protective parent-child interactions and to reduce child risk for early substance use initiation. The free, five week program will be held on March 31, April 7, 14, 21, and 28 at the Col-
lege of Southern Maryland’s Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Building B, Room 116. Each session, led by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), will run from 6-8 p.m. Light dinner fare will be provided for those who attend. For more information or to register, call the Department of Aging & Human Services at 301-475- 4200, ext. *1681 or contact Maryellen Kraese, Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Coordinator, at Maryellen. kraese@stmarysmd.com Press Release
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Historic Wedding Venue Open for Business By Crista Dockray Staff Writer Ocean Hall was built in 1703 by wealthy merchant Captain Gerard Slye. Owner Jamie Boyd bought the house in 1979 and has dedicated his life ever since to exploring the history of the house and restoring it as much as he can to its original glory. Although he and his wife Jenifer Boyd have done tours of the house, finally, about 37 years later in 2015, they have opened the house for weddings. “We finally felt like the house was ready and the way we wanted it,” said Jennifer Boyd. They have had two weddings on the property so far, besides their own. The property, which consists of 11 acres, offers the best of many worlds. There is a private beach overlooking the Wicomico
River, a barn, a large open yard, and a patio. The venue has a view of Charles County as well as Virginia and sits across from Stratford Hall where George Washington grew up. It is also a short walk from the Bushwood Wharf, a good spot for photos by the water. The bride has access to the bridal suite in one of the upstairs rooms of the house where she can prepare for the big day. The suite and the rest of house can be used for pictures for the duration of the event. Jennifer is also on hand to help in anyway she can the evening before and the whole day of the wedding. The Boyds offer weddings from April to October, as the venue is outdoor and winter
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months do not cater to this. “This is yours for the day, create your memories, have your fairytale,” said Boyd. On Sunday, April 3 from noon to 3 p.m., Boyd will be hosting a “Weddings on the Wicomico River” Wedding Workshop. Vendors will come to the property and brides will be able to get a look at the venue as well as meet local florists, photogra-
phers, and more. Ocean Hall is located at 36889 Bushwood Wharf Road in Bushwood. For more information on the event or the venue, find Ocean Hall on Facebook, call Jennifer Boyd at 240-925-2163, or email weddingsonthewicomico@hotmail.com. crista@countytimes.net
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Thursday, Feb. 18 National Drink Wine Day The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell) Mercy Creek The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Joe Martone The Lime Lounge (22608 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park)- 4 to 6 p.m. Live Music by Latrice Carr The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 MacArthur Blvd., California) Friday, Feb. 19 The Johanssens The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 8 p.m. Tap Takeover ft. Maryland Craft Brews The Lime Lounge (22608 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park) The Vaits The Lime Lounge (22608 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park)- 7 p.m. Warren Drive Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) Live Music by the Damron Bros and Justin Myles The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 MacArthur Blvd., California) Saturday, Feb. 20 The Braden Trio, Frank
Holligan’s Group The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
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Glow Night with DJ Mitch The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 MacArthur Blvd., California) Sunday, Feb. 21 John Shaw The Ruddy Duck (16800 Piney Point Rd., Piney Point)- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 22 Pizza and Pint Night The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23 Team Feud The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24 Open Mic Night The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6 p.m. Free Latin Dance Classes The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 MacArthur Blvd., California) Thursday, Feb. 25 Mike Damron The Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m. Monthly Comedy Night The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 MacArthur Blvd., California)
The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit calendar listings by noon on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
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Art Exhibit Opening: Artists in Action Workshop Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A few months each year, Annmarie’s spectacular Main Gallery is transformed from exhibition space into artist studios, allowing visitors the opportunity to appreciate the artistic process as well as the product. Annmarie seeks artists working in any media to submit proposals to set up a working studio space in the Main Gallery for 1-2 week periods. These studios utilize the artist’s own supplies and equipment. Artists work in their studios demonstrating their processes and techniques to curious visitors. Artists are also afforded space to hang artwork for sale within the gallery for the duration of their studio time. It is our goal to expose visitors to the working process of artists—from concept to finished product. As such, this show is ideal for artists working on a large project or series. Artists must be willing to speak with visitors informally about their work and their process. Overnight ������� ������ accommodations for out-of-town artists are available on a first-come, firstserve basis. Through this exhibition, artists gain exposure, sell artwork, and work in a free studio space in a beautiful setting. This is a nice occasion for a serene retreat to immerse yourself in your artwork. Future group or solo show opportunities may also be awarded. Dates: Feb. 7-13 and 15-21. CO. 7 Alarmers Friday Night Bingo St. Leonard Volunteer Fire and Rescue (200 Calvert Beach Rd.) Bingo every Friday. Doors open at 6 p.m. Early bird at 7 p.m. Regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Food available for sale. Help support your local fire department.
Thursday, Feb. 18 Calvert Toastmasters Meeting (250 Main Street, Prince Frederick)9 a.m. Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of members. Free Membership Kit ($20 value) if you join during the months of February or March.
Friday, Feb. 19 Gumbo With Rice Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Chef Marti will be dishing up this
luscious entre with all the sides and a beverage, hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings-Williams Post 206 . This is a meal you won’t soon forget. In the lower level dining room, the cost is $12 including sides, salad, and beverage. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to (301)855-6466. Public Welcome. www.ALpost206.org. Membership Meeting American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 - 7 p.m. All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the general meeting, in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call 301-855-6466. www. ALpost206.org.
Saturday, Feb. 20 Calvert Artists’ Guild February Meeting Asbury Solomons Clubhouse (11740 Asbury Circle, Solomons) - 10 a.m. to Noon Please join the Calvert Artists’ Guild for our meeting on February 20, 2016. We will have a brief business meeting and then join Bill and Sue Cassidy for “Backyard Birds-Taking Great Photos of Birds in Your Backyard”, a slide presentation featuring photography tips for nature photography close to home. Artists and guests will see signs at Asbury directing all to the parking area. Members can bring “finger foods” (no cutting required) to share. Free to the public. For additional information, please contact Peggy Hovermale, 301-593-2950, pjhovermale1@yahoo.com, or Gerry Wood at gbwood2@verizon.net, 301 863-9663. Science Expo at Calvert High School Calvert High School (520 Fox Run Blvd., Prince Frederick) - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the library space to learn about Curiosity Works! Try out engineering with Keva Planks and then visit the library for more! http://calvertlibrary.info. Cornhole Benefit Tournament American Legion Post 274 (Lusby) 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cornhole Tournament to Benefit Debi Jagodzinski who recently suffered a stroke and is currently undergoing rehab and is unable to work. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with first game at 1 p.m. $30 Team/$15 individual to be pair for a team. Live Auction and Music Provided by TEDDO. Food and Drinks Available for Purchase.
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Sunday, Feb. 21 Eco-Explorations - Wildlife Gifts Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Solomons) - 10 to 11 a.m. Have a little Eco-explorer at home? Come along on an eco-exploration as our staff naturalist, Hester Burch, leads youngsters and their caregivers on a hands-on exploration of the natural world of Annmarie Garden. This month’s theme: Wildlife Gifts: For the Love of Nature. Reservations not required; included with the price of admission. Just drop in! FROZEN Day of Play Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (Solomons) - Noon to 4 p.m. Drop in for a family day of play and creativity as we explore the wonders of winter and ice through a variety of art projects, pretend play, investigations, and more! From frosty face painting, to a frozen treasure hunt, to guided winter walks, kids of all ages will delight in this sensory seasonal experience. They can even play in the snow flurries outside! Drop in and escape the winter blues with us! Regular admission fees apply, members free, children 4-under free. The Cretaceous Dinosaur North Beach Town Hall (8916 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) - 2 to 3 p.m. Dr. Stephen Godfrey of the Calvert Marine Museum will talk about dinosaurs, specifically the dinosaur footprints found at NASA Goddard. Presented in partnership with Bayside History Museum at North Beach Town Hall. For more info, call 410-535-0291. Chesapeake Community Chorus North Beach Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) - 4 to 6 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus, an all-volunteer chorus which raises funds for Calvert County charities, will have a practice session. The chorus is looking to add new singers and no auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director, 301-855-7477 or email lbrown9601@verizon.net.
Monday, Feb. 22 Chesapeake Community Chorus North Beach Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) - 4 to 6 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus, an all-volunteer chorus which raises funds for Calvert County charities, will have a practice session. The chorus is looking to add new singers and no auditions are required. Contact Larry
Brown, Director, 301-855-7477 or email lbrown9601@verizon.net.
Tuesday, Feb. 23 CSM Transfer Possibilities Fair CSM (Prince Frederick Campus) (115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick) - 10 a.m. to Noon More than 1,700 students transferred to 251 different colleges and universities in 45 states and the District of Columbia last year. With more than 50 guaranteed articulation agreements, students can start locally and transfer seamlessly to the college of their choice. Meet with representatives of multiple colleges in one location, explore degree programs, and meet with CSM advisors, faculty and students at this fall’s CSM Transfer Fair. Free. JamesS(at)csmd.edu, 301-934-7574. Family Dinner American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 Route 260 (Chesapeake Beach) - 5:30 to 7 p.m. Join us for an informal dinner, hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The menu will feature Pizza ($8 + extra toppings), Chicken Fingers and Fries ($6), and Fries ($2). Call for more information 301-855-6466. Public Welcome.
Wednesday, Feb. 24 CSM Dual Enrollment Parent Information Night CSM Prince Frederick Campus (115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick) - 6 to 8 p.m. High school students and their parents will learn about the opportunities to enroll in college classes on our campuses or to receive college credit with our partnerships with local public school systems for our In-School Dual Math, English and Access CSM classes. High school juniors and seniors are able to earn transferable college credits, receive 50 percent discounted tuition and get a head start on college. For information or to register, call 301-934-7765, Option 9 or visit www.csmd.edu/dualenrollment.
Thursday, Feb. 25 Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum (Solomons) - 10 to 11 a.m. Whales are Mammals Too! Children 3 to 5 years old are invited to use their senses to investigate how these giants of the sea adapt to living in the water. CMM members are free; $5 for non-members. www. calvertmarinemuseum.com.
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Thursday, February 18 • Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons10 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. •T.A.C.O.S. Meeting! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 5 to 6 p.m. T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students!) meeting! For teens (those of you ages 13 to 19) Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! •Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach5 to 6 p.m. Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, It’s easy. •Teen Movie Night Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come hang out and eat snacks with your friends while watching an awesome movie. •Kids Just Want to Have Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack! This month’s topic: Jazz Hands. Please register. •Book Buffet Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Join us as we discuss Dragons Love Tacos over a delicious meal. Please register.
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•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, February 20
•Garden Smarter: Got Shade? Plants for the Less Than Sunny Garden Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about native plants that are adapted to shade and will add color
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and texture to your landscape. •Science Expo at Calvert High School Calvert High School, 520 Fox Run Blvd., Prince Frederick- 11 to 3 p.m. Visit the library space to learn about Curiosity Works! Try out engineering with Keva Planks and then visit the library for more! •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 Challenge Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Lego enthusiasts can visit the storytime room to take part in a weekly, themed challenge. Legos supplied by library. Registration not required.
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•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! •On Pins and Needles Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach1 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!
Tuesday, February 23 •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. •Negro Leagues...Separate and Unequal Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Author of Scurlock Negro League and Negro League Legends Hall of Fame founder, Dwayne Renal Sims will talk about the Colored Professional League and Negro League, which was integrated during the time major league was segregated, and their contributions to the rich history of America’s game of baseball. The Negro leagues gave birth to some of the most talented baseball players to have played the game.
Wednesday, February 24 •Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 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. •Wiz Kids Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. For kids in grades 3 to 5 Registration is required and opens one month before each event. •US Army Band Downrange at Calvert Library Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Warm up with Downrange’s up-todate repertoire of rock, pop, country, R&B, and inspirational signature patriotic arrangements that are popular with all listeners.
Thursday, February 25
•Shake It Out Music and Movement Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons10 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. •JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 1 to 3 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get
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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; stateof-the-art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. •Drop-in Computer Coding Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach5 to 6 p.m. Have fun learning the languages of computers. It’s fun, It’s easy. •Dr. Seuss Celebration Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons6:30 to 7:30pm. Come and celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at the library with stories, songs, crafts and fun! •Dr. Seuss Celebration Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach6:30 to 7:30pm. Come and celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at the library with stories, songs, crafts and fun! •Dr. Seuss Celebration Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 7 to 8 p.m. Come and celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at the library with stories, songs, crafts and fun!
Friday, February 26
•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, February 27
•Lego Challenge Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Lego enthusiasts can visit the storytime room to take part in a weekly, themed challenge. Legos supplied by library. Registration not required.
Monday, February 29
•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!
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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