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This weekend local volunteer archaeologists will search a secluded plot of land in Scotland situated on the Chesapeake Bay in search of what may be a long lost African American cemetery that had been attached to a community church. Local historians are going in search of the old cemetery and church, believed to date from immediately after the Civil War, as part of a continuing project to catalogue as many old or lost cemeteries in St. Mary’s County. Scott Lawrence, who once took the lead in searching for old burial grounds while serving on the county’s Historical Preservation Committee, said a tell tale plant that is not native to the Scotland community is just one sign that indicates the presence of a burial ground. African American burial rights in the 19th century often included the planting of a yucca plant in the soil of a deceased person. Yucca plants are in abundance at the site, Lawrence said. “There are some indications that there is an old church and burial ground there,” Lawrence told The County Times. “It’s probably African American.”

There are other clues as well, Lawrence said, including two stone step-like objects placed in the ground about 20 feet apart at the site. “It looks like the step up into and the step out of a building,” Lawrence said. “What we’re going to do Friday is try to prove it.” James Gibb, an Annapolis-based archaeologist who has done surveys of the nearby burial ground of Confederate prisoners who died at Point Lookout prison, said he believed the evidence was compelling. “There was a community there and now it’s gone,” Gibb said, adding that only a cursory examination of the site would be necessary to determine if it really was a cemetery. He also said that U.S. Colored Troops who may have been stationed at the prison may also be interred there. “If you’ve got Colored Troops down there some are going to die and be buried there,” Gibb said. The graves the volunteers will be looking for will likely be only in shallow graves because of the high water table and the fact that such land was the only kind available to black people at the time. “White people wouldn’t sell them decent land,” Gibb said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Delegation’s Property Tax Bill Moves Ahead By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

A tax credit sponsored by the St. Mary’s County legislative delegation has gained traction this year in Annapolis where others have made little to no progress. The bill, HB 917, would allow the county or a municipality in the county, to grant a property tax credit to a site leased or owned by a new or expanding business that creates at least 10 full time jobs. The industry in question must be one that has been targeted to expand

by the county’s economic development commission. That commission has been working for the past two years to formulate a strategy for diversifying the county’s economy, long since dependent on the defense industry. The tax credit would be allowed for 10 years, according to the text of the bill. The bill has made it past the floor vote in the House of Delegates by a unanimous vote of 137 to 0 and is now up for consideration in the Senate. If it passes the county would join the ranks of neighboring Calvert and Charles counties who have the same

legal authority. Fredick, Garrett, Harford, Howard, Queen Anne’s Talbot and Washington counties also have the authority. The bill has been cross filed in the Senate with SB 998. Commissioner Tom Jarboe praised the bill’s success as “good news” from Annapolis. Previous attempts to get a personal property tax exemption through the legislature, last year and presently have failed. That measure would have used state law to bring to zero the tax rate paid by business owners on equipment and other

items used in commercial operations for St. Mary’s County. The bills never made it out of committee, though the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have their own authority to zero out the personal property rate each year during their budget cycle. An analysis of the bill by state legislative staff does not provide specific amounts for the decline in property tax revenues, rather that they would decline as much as the tax credit was afforded to new and growing businesses that met the criteria.

In preparation for the Maryland Department of Mental Health and Hygiene’s plan to integrate the administration of behavioral health administration statewide, the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have scheduled a public hearing to solicit citizen comment about the plan. The hearing will take place on Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the commis-

sioners meeting room in Leonardtown. St. Mary’s County has conducted a comprehensive review of the administration of its behavioral health services and held two meetings with stakeholders. The purpose was to identify the appropriate lead agency to manage and monitor the mental health and substance abuse services in St. Mary’s County. Currently, this public health issue is

largely led statewide by local health departments. The Maryland Department of Mental Health and Hygiene intends to complete the integration of behavioral health administration transition in fiscal year 2017. The recommendation is for St. Mary’s County to plan to transition administrative services from the Department of Aging and Human Services to

the St. Mary’s County Health Department in fiscal year 2018. A copy of the Behavioral Health Service Administration Report can be found on the county’s website at www. stmarysmd.com/boarddocs or can be requested through the County Administrator’s Office.

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Animal Control Ordinance Set For Public Hearing

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A new animal control ordinance that the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are considering could give the county much more authority when dealing with pets and other domestic animals. George Sparling, county attorney, told commissioners Tuesday that the current ordnance only gives them authority over stray dogs or those at large. The new ordinance mandates that animal owners provide all aspects of care for their pets or livestock; they must also keep those animals confined to their own property and keep them under control while outside. The director of the Department of Emergency Services and Technology, which has been tasked with enforcement of the proposed ordinance, would also have the power to impound animals from their owners if they are in violation of the ordinance, to a facility like the Tri-County Animal Shelter in Hughesville. The ordinance also provides for

rescue organizations to partner with the county in rescuing and rehabilitating domestic animals. Bob Kelly, director of the emergency services department, told commissioners Tuesday that of the 8,784 calls for service to animal control officers, just 1,300 were taken to the Hughesville animal shelter in 2015. Kelly told commissioners animal control officers were “doing everything we can” not to take animals to the shelter. He also said that the county was trying to work as closely as possible with feral cat advocacy groups to ensure they are not needlessly taken to the animal shelter, since they are classified as wild animals. He said that if a feral cat is taken to the shelter one of the advocacy groups comes to pick it up and mark it has feral with a clip to the ear. They are then taken to live in a colony after being spayed or neutered. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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St. Mary’s County Board of Elections to Conduct Public Logic and Accuracy Demonstration The St. Mary’s County Board of Elections will conduct the Public Logic and Accuracy Demonstration on the DS200 Ballot Scanner and the Express Vote voting units on Friday, April 1 beginning at 10 a.m. The Testing will take place at the Election Warehouse, 47382 Lincoln Av-

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Prescription drug abuse is a growing national epidemic. The growth is fueled, in part, by misconceptions about prescription drug safety and increased availability. Research shows over 50% of people who obtained prescription drugs for non-medical use received them from a friend or relative at no cost while another 15% either bought or took them from a friend or relative. Members of the community can help in the effort to reduce prescription drug abuse rates by properly disposing of medications through participation in the St. Mary’s County Medication Drop-Off Program. Through this program, residents may safely dispose of unused or expired medications in collection boxes, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in the front lobby of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office in Leonardtown. Any unwanted medications, prescribed or over-the-counter, may be discarded in the drop-box, and all deposits through this program are completely anonymous. Proper disposal of prescription medications protects our community in many ways. It prevents poisoning of children and pets, deters misuse and abuse by youth and adults, and avoids health problems from accidentally taking the wrong medicine, too much of the same medication, or a medicine which is too old to work well. The primary goal of community medication collection is to keep controlled dangerous substances (CDS) off the streets. Examples of controlled dangerous substances include narcotics, antidepressants, and stimulants manufactured for legitimate medical use but have the potential for misuse or abuse. Since the medication collection began in 2011, numerous medications have been safely disposed of and diverted from potential misuse in the community. “The success of the program is notable. Through partnerships, prevention presentations, and community participation

nearly 800,000 unwanted medications, of which 70 percent are controlled dangerous substances, have been collected,” said Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Vice Narcotics. “As a direct result of the program, more than half a million controlled dangerous substances have been diverted from the hands of drug seekers.” Opportunities for safe disposal include: St. Mary’s County Medication DropOff Program – Collection boxes in the front lobby of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office in Leonardtown. Available 24/7. April 30, 2016 – Pick-up for homebound residents. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1073 for more information. Friday, October 21, 2016, Department of Aging & Human Services, “Way to Wellness” Health Fair, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Southern Maryland Higher Education Center. The St. Mary’s County Medication Drop-Off Program is one of the many prevention initiatives that is supported by the Behavioral Health Action Team (BHAT) of the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership. The BHAT is comprised of community members and organizations working together to improve behavioral health (mental health and substance misuse) outcomes for all St. Mary’s County residents. Prescription medication collection initiative partners include St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services, St. Mary’s County Health Department and Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital. For more information visit http:// healthystmarys.com/behavioral-health/ smartrx/ Press Release from St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office

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Defendants In Snow Storm Robbery Indicted By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Local prosecutors have formally indicted four men accused of committing an armed robbery at a local motel during a winter storm. Daniel Na’Shawn Roper, Antwan Tyler, Nicholas Williams and Michael Harrod all face charges of armed robbery and assault in connection with their alleged robbery of the America’s Best Value Inn and Suites on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park on Jan. 23. All four defendants also face felony firearms as well as theft charges. According to charging papers two black male suspects, later identified as Tyler and Roper, entered with one of them, Tyler, producing a handgun and demanding money from the attendent there. The two suspects then fled the establishment. Surveillance at the motel showed that the other two suspects, Harrod and Williams, congregated outside the establishment moments before Tyler and Roper entered to commit the alleged robbery, court papers said. “Tyler can be seen removing the large

black handgun from inside his jacket,” court papers stated. “He then enters the business with Roper while Willams and Harrod separate and appear to be watching the area.” Once the two entry men come back out, court papers stated, all four men ran through the shopping center towards FDR Boulevard. Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron, on patrol during the blizzard, found the suspects in the Spring Valley Drive area, whereupon the four attempted to run, court papers stated. They were later apprehended by other deputies and arrested. Deputies found the cash box from the robbery in Nicolet Park, which they said lay directly between the motel and Spring Valley Drive. Williams and Harrod both admitted to police that they were at the motel with Roper and Tyler, court papers stated. “Harrod confirmed he observed the defendant enter the business along with… Tyler, who was armed with a large gun, just prior ot the robbery,” according to charging documents. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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St. Mary’s County law officers are investigating a heroin overdose that took place in a secluded portion of the 7th District that had local residents concerned and looking for answers over the weekend. Capt. Daniel Alioto, commander of the vice/narcotics unit of the sheriff’s office, said that one out of four people who had been using heroin had overdosed on the drug and when the others realized the danger the person was in drove to a local market store and called for emergency medical assistance. The person who overdosed was from Leonardtown, Alioto said, and survived the ordeal.

Two of the others were from Calvert County and one was from an unknown address. An Avenue resident informed The County Times about the incident, concerned with the suddenness with which it had happened. The reality of the heroin epidemic in the state and here in the county, however, Alioto said, meant that no community was immune from the problem. “It’s everywhere,” Alioto said. “Nobody should be shocked about where it is.” The person who overdosed survived, he said, and State’s Attorney Richard Fritz’s office is still considering whether to levy charges in the case. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Marie Mattingly Davis (Aunt Ree), 98 Marie Mattingly Davis (Aunt Ree), 98, of Helen, MD passed away on March 1, 2016 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on April 20, 1917 in Beauvue, MD, she was the daughter of the late Nettye Wise Mattingley and Andrew Johnson Mattingly. Marie was the loving wife of the late Benjamin Lee Davis whom she married on January 31, 1942 and who preceded her in death on January 31, 1983. Marie is survived by her niece Ann Bond Combs and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Marguerite M. Bond; James Virgil Mattingly; Benedict Andrew (Jack) Mattingly; and Mary M. (Biggie) Connelly. Marie was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD. She graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1937, and was a seamstress for Leonardtown Fashion Center and Janice’s. Marie’s hobbies included quilting, sewing, gardening and word search puzzles. The family will receive friends on Monday, March 7, 2016 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 AM with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: James Virgil Mattingly, Jr; James Neal Robrecht, Jr; John Andrew Mattingly, Jr.; William Ford Connelly, III; Richard Louis Curry; and William Lemar Phillips. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Andrew Ford Connelly; Stephen Douglas Wilson; and Cecil (Shorty) St. Clair, Jr. Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Susan “Sue” Gertrude (Dean) Gibson, 86 Susan “Sue” Gertrude (Dean) Gibson, 86, of Bushwood, MD, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 15, 2016 in Callaway, MD. Born on August 13, 1929 in Dynard, MD, she was the daughter of the late Agnes Loretta (Hall) Dean and James Levi Dean. Sue was the loving wife of James Henry Gibson whom she married in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Bushwood, MD on September 6, 1948. Sue is survived by her siblings; Sylvia Marie Lacey of Chaptico, MD, and Francis Ethelbert Dean of Bushwood, MD. She was preceded in death by her brothers; James Aloysius Dean and Joseph Lenox Dean. Sue was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD and received her GED in 1982. She worked at a manger/sales clerk for Fashion Center for 10 years and Ben Franklin for 37 years, retiring in 1990 after 47 years. The family will receive friends on Monday, March 21, 2016 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Bushwood, MD with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be: J.D. Lacey, Patrick Goode,

Malcolm Goode, Jamie Dean, Joey Dean, and Jack Williams. Honorary Pallbearers will be Michael Dean. Contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church 23070 Maddox Road Bushwood, MD 20618. Arrangements provided by the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, Doris Marianne Smith Doris Marianne Smith, 95, of Hollywood, MD, passed away on March 6, 2016 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD, with her loving son at her side.

Doris Smith, 95 She was born on November 28, 1920 in Mainz, Germany to the late Karl Friedrich Max Hosel-Uhlig and Christine Wolf. She was raised in Wiesbaden, Germany. On March 13, 1957, Doris married her beloved husband, Robert Lee Smith at Corkran Memorial United Methodist Church in Temple Hills, MD. Together, they celebrated over 26 wonderful years of marriage before his passing in November 1983. Doris was a Prisoner of War during World War II in Germany. She was employed as a jeweler for many years in Washington, D.C. She was a Washington Redskin football fan and a Washington Capital’s hockey fan. She enjoyed playing cards and dining on authentic German cuisine. She had a great love for animals, and spent many years devoted to rescuing cats and dogs. She is survived by her son, Steven B. Smith of Hollywood, MD and her sister, Herta Best. In addition to her parents and husband, Doris is also preceded in death by her siblings, Margot Hosel-Uhlig, and Max Hosel-Uhlig. All services will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mary’s County Animal Welfare League, P.O. Box 1232, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and Feral Cat Rescue, Inc., P.O. Box 623, Great Mills, MD 20634. Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD

Park, MD. Aurora is survived by her children, Juan Varela (Luz) of California, MD, Jorge Camelo (Fancy of Lexington Park, MD, Nohora Camelo (Jaime) of Lexington Park, MD, Martha Camelo (Nelson) of Lexington Park, MD; her siblings, Clementina Suarez and Richard Suarez; daughter in law, Marta Varela; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Aurora is also preceded in death by her son Alborto Suarez, and her siblings, Humberto Suarez, Alfonso Suarez and Alfonso Suarez. Family will receive friends for Aurora’s Life Celebration on Thursday, March 17, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with prayers recited at 7:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Post Office Box 100, Dept.142, Memphis TN 38148. Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD

Dorothy Ronnetta Keffer “Dottie”, 89 Dorothy Ronnetta Keffer “Dottie” of Hollywood, Md. passed away peacefully on March 19, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Born Aug. 27, 1926 in Chelsea, Mass.

to the late Ronald and Elsie Sutherland. She is preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband William I. “Bill” Keffer with whom she shared 52 years of marriage before he passed in 1997. She is survived by her five children; Susan Potts-Lancaster, Carol Catalina, William “Billy” Keffer, Barry Keffer and Ruth Keffer Cross, grandchildren; Jessica Cross Lee, Jamie Cross, Nicholas Copenhaver, Nicholas Potts, III , Crystal Copenhaver Johnson and her seven great-grandchildren, known as Gigi whom she loved dearly, her sister; Helene Mae Fosnock of Chelsea, Mass. Dottie was a devoted mother and wife, she was well known and adored throughout the community, she loved people and her animals. She retired at age 82, the oldest practicing Nurse in the state of Maryland. Dottie will be truly missed by all who knew her, especially her family. She was the best Mom, Mom-Mom and Nan and Gigi in the world. We love you Momma. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 24, 2016 from noon to 1 p.m. in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. with a Funeral Service held at 1 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s. P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650.

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Aurora Suarez, 76 Aurora Suarez, 76, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away on March 13, 2016 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C., with her loving family by her side. She was born on December 27, 1939 in Bogota, Colombia to the late Clemente Suarez and Ascencion Suarez. Aurora was a devote Catholic and attended mass each week. She also enjoyed watching mass on television. She was an excellent cook and prepared many delicious meals for her family. As an avid baseball and soccer fan she regularly cheered on the New York Mets and the Columbian Soccer teams. Her hobbies included taking English classes, search a word puzzles and taking the local bus to go on outings. However, her greatest love was for her family, especially her grandchildren whom she enjoyed spending many hours loving and caring for them. as much time as possible. She is an active member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Lexington

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LEGALS Obituaries IN THE MATTER OF CARLA LOUISE ANDERSON FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO CARLA LOUISE SPRINGER

In the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland Case No.: 18-C-16-000333 The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which she seeks to change her name from Carla Loiuse Anderson to Carla Louise Springer. The petitioner is seeking a name change for the following reason: She would like to return to her maiden name. Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 25th day of April, 2016. The objection must be supported by an af-

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THE COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING The Commissioners of Leonardtown will hold a public hearing on Monday April 11 at 4:15 p.m. at the Town office at 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, Md. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive comments on the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2017. Copies of the recommended budget will be available March 31 online at http://leonardtown.somd. com or at the Town Office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The public is invited to attend or send written comments by 4:00 p.m. on April 11, 2016 to: leonardtown.commissioners@verizon.net or The Commissioners of Leonardtown P.O. Box 1 Leonardtown, MD 20650

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Commissioners Budget Sees Surging Debt By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Next week the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are set to vote on their latest operating budget, which as of Tuesday’s budget work session, shows rising costs, flat revenues, shrinking reserves and an increasingly heavy debt burden driven by construction projects. This week commissioners also voted along split lines to take money from the county’s capital construction improvement program (CIP) and shift it over to the operational side of the budget. The movement of about $2.9 million was to fulfill a school board request to allow them to upgrade classroom technology and replace science text books throughout the system, but represented a dramatic shift in public budgeting practices. In prior years commissioners have never shifted construction budget money to help offset operational costs, instead keeping the two budgets separate and distinct. Commissioner Mike Hewitt initally propsed to take the remaining $6.5 million the county had in the CIP to prepare the county for a federal base realignment and closure (BRAC) action and place it all into the operational side, but that motion failed. Instead Commissioner Tom Jarboe, who opposed using all of the remaining BRAC reserve, propsed taking about $3 million out and putting it towards the school system’s request. Jarboe said of his compromise motion, which passed, that the county had to be cautious in keeping reserves it had previously designated for specific reasons as intact as possible, especially when it came to convincing lenders to back county bonds for projects. “We need to be cautious on messaging,” Jarboe said. Commissioner Todd Morgan tried to offer a motion along with Jarboe’s that would have taken an additional $1.2 mil-

lion of that BRAC reserve and use that to fund the lagging length of service awards program (LOSAP) for voluntary emergency response personnel, but that failed. Morgan said in a later interview that he contradicted himself in supporting using the money on one hand but decrying the concept on the other. “I believe it sets a terrible precedent to use CIP funds for operational costs,” Morgan said. “It’s very dangerous to do that, because where do you stop. “Our reserves are going down quickly to bottom levels of sustainability.” According to Janette Cudmore, the county’s chief financial officer, the undesignated fund balance, known more as the county’s reserve fund, remains at $16.6 million. Commissioners were careful to maintain this level to keep the county’s reserves at a 15 percent level; this matched counsel from consultants who said this level would help commissioners keep a high bond rating. Jarboe said that the use of CIP funds for operations was necessary though not really desireable. “I’m not happy to see it dwindle down to what it is,” Jarboe said of the BRAC reserve. “We had to do what we had to this one year.” He said he was already receiving public comments about the commissioners’ decision to cut 10 percent of funding across the board for non-profit groups that provide services across the county.

“I don’t think anybody was excited about the result,” Jarboe said of the latest budget. Hewitt defended the decision to use CIP money for the county’s operational fund, since the money they were talking about had not been designated on one particular project. “I never knew what that was for,” Hewitt said. “It’s taxpayer money and it should have a designated benefit back to the taxpayer. “I don’t think it’s dangerous.” The summary of the debt the county is set to incur shows the county will resume borrowing for construction projects next fiscal year and at a rapid rate. The borrowing will move from zero over the past several years to a proposed $25 million next year alone, according to county budget documents. The following year, fiscal 2018, the county is set to borrow an additional $40 million. The total outstanding debt the county will incur in fiscal 2017 is a projected $82.5 million that will increase the following year to $113 million. The legal debt limit for St. Mary’s is $243.9 million or two percent of its assessable property tax base. Morgan said the decisions commissioners made in the first year of their term in 2014 to support building a new Leonardtown library and Garvey Senior Center, along with the costs the government had already incurred on building FDR Boule-

vard were becoming fully realized. “This board has encumbered a lot of debt and spent a lot of cash,” Morgan told The County Times. “It’s the most challenging budget I’ve ever had to deal with.” The total operating budget now sits at $217.9 million or about $9.4 million less than fiscal 2016’s approved budget. Commissioners had to deal with only modest increases in revenues this year from both property and income taxes. Commissioners have yet to vote on a possible increase in the constant yield property tax rate that would increase revenues by about $646,000, but they seemed content with retaining the constant yield rate. The commissioners still have to vote on a finalized budget at next week’s meeting that will then go to a public hearing April 19. “We didn’t come to this lightly,” Jarboe said. “It was a difficult year.” Hewitt said he was disappointed that the commissioners did not come to agreement on tax relief, particularly on the energy tax, but he did not rule out bringing up the issue at next week’s budget vote meeting. “Never say never,” Hewitt said. Jarboe saw this year’s budget as a harbinger of financial strife ahead. “I think next year will be much worse and that’s scary,” Jarboe said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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1-800-222-8683 to request a form by mail. On receipt of a timely request, the St. Mary’s County Board of Elections will review the request and determine whether there is an accessible polling place with the same ballot as the voter’s home precinct and notify the voter of the status of his or her request. To verify voter registration status or to find out if an assigned polling place is accessible, visit https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/VoterSearch. The 2016 Presidential Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, April 26 and the 2016 Presidential General Election is Tuesday, November 8. Starting Thursday, April 14 up to and including Thursday, April 21, voters can vote in person at the designated early voting center(s) in their county of residence and update their address. The best days to vote early to avoid delays are Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17. Early voting locations and hours and additional election-related dates and information are available at www. elections.maryland.gov/voting/early_voting. html. For more information, voters may contact the St. Mary’s County Board of Election at 301-475-7844, ext. 1100 or the State Board of Elections at 1-800-222-VOTE (8683) or visit www.elections.maryland.gov. Press Release

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Charlotte Hall Papa John’s Employee Saves Patron From Choking

Huge Kudos to our local Southern Maryland Papa John’s Pizza team in Charlotte Hall. As an elderly gentleman was eating in the lobby, he began to choke on food and was having trouble breathing. Management team members on shift, Joe Byard and Aaron Chrusniak jumped to action to help the patron and his wife. Aaron jumped on the phone to call 911 and stay on the line with the dispatchers, while Joe from the rear of the store heard the cry of “does anyone know the Heimlich Maneuver?” Joe knew he had taken CPR back in his days of serving in the Navy, had seen posters and taken safety training videos while at Papa John’s Pizza, so he jumped into action after hearing the call for help. Joe said, “I’m a pretty humble guy, so it’s just something I did. They needed help, so I hurried up to the lobby once I knew Aaron was on the phone with 911 already.” Store General Manager John Page said

“at Papa John’s Pizza, one of our core values has always been P.A.P.A. (People Are Priority Always). Joe has shown us just how much he takes that to heart. I absolutely couldn’t be any happier with Joe”. Area Supervisor John Kreuter expressed that “we truly strive to be a part of our community and am glad one of our Southern Maryland customers is ok and even went back to finishing his pizza!” Security camera footage caught some of the action and has been shared on the Franchise’s Facebook page: https://www. facebook.com/PapaJohnsMD/?ref=hl. Ray Sears Papa John’s Pizza Operating Partner Beach Boys Pizza, LLC Franchise

LIBRARY ITEMS Library Closed March 25 for Good Friday In observance of Good Friday, all three branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Friday, March 25. In observance of Easter, Lexington Park Library will be closed on Sunday, March 27. Microsoft Office: Introduction to Word 2013 Lexington Park Library will hold a Microsoft Office: Introduction to Word 2013 class on Monday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants will learn how to open, create, format, print, and save documents using Microsoft Word 2013. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 and 2, or basic skills in using the mouse and keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org or call 301-863-8188. Genealogy 101: Part 2 Charlotte Hall Library will hold a Genealogy 101: Part 2 class on Thursday, April 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will explore additional places to locate genealogical information using books, libraries, websites, censuses, government sources and more. Basic computer skills and email account required. Registration is required on www.stmalib.org or call 301-884-2211. Drop-in Minecraft Mania Leonardtown Library will hold a

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Monthly Rabies Clinic Provided By SMAWL By Skylar Broome Contributing Writer Monday, March 14 marked the date of the SMAWL (St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League) Rabies Clinic held at St. Mary’s Fairgrounds. SMAWL provides low-cost distemper and rabies shots to protect the animals and people of the area. The health department mandates for

hundreds of shots to be given each year to prevent the spread of rabies. SMAWL receives the vaccinations from the health department as well as being sponsored by them to be able to hold these clinics on the second Monday of most months. Shots are only $15 each, and all rabies shots are administered by a professional veterinarian. The veterinarian of the March 14 clinic was Dr. Michelle Quigley, who has done various work in

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Month Long Angel Wings and Things St. Michael’s Church (16560 Three Notch Rd., Ridge) Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store will be open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed Easter weekend. We have a huge selection of winter clothes, coats, shoes, and so much more. We also have a great baby room, kids’ toy room, and tons of wonderful winter items. All items are in terrific shape, and very reasonably priced. We look forward to having you visit us! For any questions, please contact Marti Lloyd at St. Michael’s School, at 301-872-5454. Open Skate Nights Leonard Hall Recreation Center (23145 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown)- every Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m. Looking for an evening of roller skating fun? Well, strap on your skates and bring your family and friends to Leonard Hall Recreation Center in Leonardtown! For all ages, $5 per person. Skates available for rental at $2.50 per person or bring your own. For more information, please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800 or 1801. Paintings in all media. For information, call 301-475-3130.

Thursday, March 24 Spring Break Day Camp: The Savannah Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd, Dowell)- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For grades kindergarten through five. Member cost is $35, nonmember is $40. This year, spring break is all about animals! In this class we will study the African savannah and the wild array of animals who live there. We’ll create artwork inspired by the varied patterns of these mammals, and collage grassy landscapes to admire at home. Pack a lunch, dress for a mess, and get ready for an art safari! Registration required. To register call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org. Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing Church of the Ascension (21641 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Saint Mary’s County AARP TaxAide program is providing free walk-in tax preparation and electronic filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers, with special attention paid to those ages 60 and older. Taxpayers must bring their social security cards and picture IDs (to prevent identity theft,) as well as a copy of last year’s tax returns and all income and tax related information. Maundy Thursday Worship Friendship United Methodist Church (Friendship)- 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Holy week services. For more information, visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org or email bsuedean@comcast.net.

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7th District Firehouse (21660 Colton Point Rd, Avenue)- 5 to 7 p.m. Adults are $12, seniors are $11, and children 12 and under are $5. The menu consists of fried shrimp, fries, cole slaw, rolls, dessert, tea, and coffee. Carryout available. Sponsored by the 7th District VFD Auxiliary. Good Friday Worship Friendship United Methodist Church (Friendship)- 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Holy week services. For more information, visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org or email bsuedean@comcast.net. Steak and Cheese Sandwich Night American Legion Post 293 (2310 Old Washington Rd., Waldorf)- 6 to 8:30 p.m. Al-a-cart menu: wings, fried shrimp, chicken tenders, poppers, and French fries. AL Rider’s Queen of Hearts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 301-645-6331. Schools Out Day Camp: The Rainforest Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd, Dowell)- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For grades kindergarten through five. Member cost is $35, nonmember is $40. This year, spring break is all about animals! In this class, we’ll journey to the tropical rainforest to discover the weird and wonderful creatures who reside there. From playful primates to cautious cats, we’ll create art inspired by our favorite mammals and meet a few lesser-known inhabitants along the way. We’ll look at famous jungle-inspired artwork and paint our own tropical self-portraits! Pack a lunch, dress for a mess, and get ready to explore your creative side with us! Registration required. To register call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Saturday, March 26 Open Barn at Greenwell Greenwell State Park (25450 Rosedale Manor Ln., Hollywood)- 9 to 11 a.m. Meet our horses, watch riding lessons, and learn about our equestrian program. Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary Annual Easter Egg Hunt Hollywood VRS (43256 Rescue Ln., Hollywood)- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Easter Bunny is coming to town! There will be games, eggs to dye, a face painter, an Easter egg hunt and prizes. Eggs will include candy and prizes. Easter Bunny will be available for pictures. Cost is $5. Community Easter Egg Hunt Real Life Church (27399 Old Village Rd., Mechanicsville)- 10 a.m. to noon. Come for an Easter Egg Hunt to remember! We will have over 10,000 Easter Eggs hiding around our property with prizes given out for finding one of the Prized Eggs. Doors open at 9:30! Anyone 10 years old and younger can join in the hunt! 50s, 60s, 70s Request Night American Legion Stallings Williams

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Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach)- 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. What’s your favorite tune? Music by DJ Stephen Varney. The cost of $10 includes draft beer and sodas. Tickets available at the door. Public warmly welcomed. For more information, call 301-855-6466.

Sunday, March 27 Easter Worship Services Friendship United Methodist Church (Friendship)- 6:30, 8:30, 11 a.m. Easter sunrise service on the bay. For more information, call 410-257-7133, visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch. org, or email bsuedean@comcast.net. Hollywood United Methodist Church Easter Sunrise Service Joy Chapel Rd., Hollywood- 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Will be held rain or shine. Easter Services at Living Hope Church Living Hope Church (46695 Midway Dr., Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to noon. The word PERFECT is a word that is vastly overused in our society. She is “perfect.” He is “perfect.” Their lives are “perfect.” If we would really take a step back and think about what we are actually saying, we would quickly come to the realization that no one or anything in this world is PERFECT. So the question is why? Why are we so insistent on describing things with this word when there is nothing around us PERFECT at all? I believe the answer to this question lies in the fact that we are all on a search for something PERFECT because we are so very flawed and imperfect. There was only one man that walked this earth that was PERFECT. By his PERFECT sacrifice of love, we all one day will be PERFECT. For more information on our Easter Services or our church please visit our website at www. livinghopemd.com. Easter Sunrise Service Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 6:30 a.m. Rain or Shine, dress warm and casual. Breakfast and Easter egg hunt after the service. Sponsored by Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church. For more information, call Pastor Olson at 410-2312075 or check www.shepherdofthebay. com. Easter Festival Service Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (9463 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 10:30 a.m. Brunch and Easter egg hunt after the service. For more information, call Pastor Olson at 410-231-2075 or check www.shepherdofthebay.com.

Monday, March 28 GRIEFSHARE Program Real Life Wesleyan Church (27399 Old Village Rd., Mechanicsville)- 6 to 7:30 p.m. Community members who have experienced the death of a loved one, are invited to register for the GRIEFSHARE program. For more information, call Jen at 240-249-6098.

Maryland Writers’ Association Meeting Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown)- 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. The St. Mary’s County Chapter of the Maryland Writer’s Association (MWA) is pleased to host “Your Best Book Signing,” a presentation by Joe Orlando, owner of Fenwick Street Used Books & Music. Mr. Orlando will share successful ways for local authors to meet and greet their readers, including effective book signing practices; discuss the publicity, location, and licensing advantages of coordinating with a local bookstore; and address practical matters, such as display materials, handouts, pricing, and post-event follow-ups. The MWA is a non-profit. This event is open to the public and free to first-time guests and Maryland Writers’ Association members. For more information, visit us on the web at stmaryscountymwa.wordpress.com.

Tuesday, March 29 Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing Church of the Ascension (21641 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Saint Mary’s County AARP TaxAide program is providing free walk-in tax preparation and electronic filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers, with special attention paid to those ages 60 and older. Taxpayers must bring their social security cards and picture IDs (to prevent identity theft,) as well as a copy of last year’s tax returns and all income and tax related information. CBL Science for Citizens Bernie Fowler Lab (142 Williams St., Solomons)- 7 to 8 p.m. Presented by Dr. Tom Miller. Atlantic menhaden is a critical component of estuarine and marine ecosystems all along the Atlantic coast of the US. It supports important commercial fisheries and serves as forage (food) for many fish and bird predators. Yet, it begins its life as a 3 mm, transparent lava far out to sea that can barely swim or eat. Before it can end up in the stomach of striped bass or an osprey, or survive to produce the next generation, it must “recruit” to nursery areas. This talk will explore what factors influence its survival, growth and distribution by combining computer modeling, laboratory experiments and statistical analyses. Free Zumba Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Ln., Lusby)- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Try Zumba Core Toning, a combination of cardio and targeted resistance toning, for a total body strengthening workout. Experienced Instructor, high energy! All fitness levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothing, athletic shoes, and bring water. To register, call 410586-1101. Questions? Email instructor at love2movezumba@gmail.com.

Wednesday, March 30 Plant This, Not That! La Plata Library (2 Garrett Ave., La Plata)- 6 to 7:30 p.m. Learn which native trees and shrubs

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Thursday, March 31 Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing Church of the Ascension (21641 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Saint Mary’s County AARP TaxAide program is providing free walk-in tax preparation and electronic filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers, with special attention paid to those ages 60 and older. Taxpayers must bring their social security cards and picture IDs (to prevent identity theft,) as well as a copy of last year’s tax returns and all income and tax related information. Open House – Florida Tech Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (44219 Airport Rd., California)- 4 to 7 p.m. Considering pursuing your Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree? Join us at the SMHEC Open House to find out more about our 15+ degree programs including Aerospace Engineering, MBA, Logistics/Project Management, Computer Science and more! Ready to get started? Apply and register today and save the $50 application fee. To RSVP or find out more

information reach, out to AnnaBelle at asanders@fit.edu or call 301-862-1004. Free Zumba Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Ln., Lusby)- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Try Zumba Core Toning, a combination of cardio and targeted resistance toning, for a total body strengthening workout. Experienced Instructor, high energy! All fitness levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothing, athletic shoes, and bring water. To register, call 410586-1101. Questions? Email instructor at love2movezumba@gmail.com. Bingo Night American Legion Post 82 (6330 N. Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 7 to 10 p.m. Smoke-free bingo! Early birds begins at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 301-934-8221. Public is welcome.

$3 advanced sale through the CSM box office and $3 at the door with a student ID. General admission at the door is $5. For more information, call 301-934-7745 or visit www.csmd.edu/ connections. Steak and Shrimp Dinner Night American Legion Post 82 (6330 N. Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $15 for steak or shrimp, or $18 for combination. Call 301-9348221. Come support veterans, activeduty military, and your community! Public welcome! Chicken or Shrimp Alfredo Dinner American Legion Post 293 (2310 Old Washington Rd., Waldorf)- 6 to 8:30 p.m. Salad and dessert provided in $10 tag. For more information, call 301643-6331. Visit our Facebook Page!

Friday, April 1 Bay Montessori Open House Bay Montessori School- 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Please join us for a prospective parent meeting for a tour of our campus and to observe a class in action. Connections Literary Series: Demetria Martinez CSM Leonardtown Campus (22950 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown)- 7:30 p.m. CSM’s Connections Literary Series welcomes author, poet and activist, Demetria Martinez to read from and discuss her work. Tickets are

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Saturday, April 2 PHS Band Mulch Sale Patuxent High School (12485 Southern Connector Blvd., Lusby)- 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year we have red, brown and black mulch available. Pick up at the high school- we will load for FREE! Order 20 bags or more in the Lusby area and we will deliver for FREE! Help support the hard working band members of Patuxent High School. For questions or to pre-order, please call 410-535-7806. TaTa Trot Fun/Run Walk 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanics-

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ville- 8:30 a.m. Fee is $35, for those 12 years and younger the fee is $15. The money you donate will be distributed to local programs that include John Hopkins University Breast Center, Food & Friends, and Capital Breast Care Center, to name a few. 100% of your entry fee for the race will go to the AVON 39 walk for breast cancer. Please feel free to donate more than the registration fee, if you so desire. Patuxtent River Cleanup Myrtle Point Park- 9 a.m. to noon. Please, join the Friends of Myrtle Point Park in our annual cleanup effort. Come to the park picnic area where we will have a sign in sheet. Here you will get your assignment, trash bags, and work gloves. It is advisable to wear sturdy work clothes and sturdy shoes and protective eyewear. If you have a group interested in helping please contact us in advance by calling Bob at 410-394-1300; Email: bobboxwell@ hotmail.com. Additional Contact Information: Dudley Lindsley, 301-4751858 or dlindsley@verizon.net. Volunteer registration is required.

Sunday, April 3 Concert Immaculate Heart of Mary Church (22375 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park)- 3 p.m. Free concert with internationally known recording artist Donna Cori Gibson. This concert will be to celebrate the feast of Divine Mercy in the Jubilee year of Mercy.

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Greetings from the Bible Temple Church family in Mechanicsville Maryland. Here at Bible Temple, we believe that in this life it is important to have strong and healthy relationships 1. A relationship with Christ 2. A personal relationship with family and friends Through these relationships, we develop the characteristics of love, understanding and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ. “ Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Arlington National Cemetery Tour Join us for a walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery on Monday, May 9 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Begin the tour by seeing the Iwo Jima Memorial, then enjoy a walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery led by a Certified Master Guide to include Justice Hill, the graves of John F., Robert and Ted Kennedy, the Changing of the Guard, Challenger and Columbia Space Shuttle Memorials and more. This is a 2-3 mile walking tour at an ambling pace with few rest stops so please wear suitable clothing and shoes. The tour guide will provide a knowledgeable, enjoyable commentary during the tour. Finish the tour with a stop while on the motor coach at the Air Force Memorial which boasts a beautiful view of Washington along with the side of the Pentagon hit by the plane on September 11. Motor coach transportation and lunch are provided. Bring your own snacks and water. Bus departs from the Northern Senior Activity Center promptly at 8 a.m., please arrive at the Center by 7:45 a.m. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1063 for registration information. Fee is $60 and includes motor coach transportation, driver tip, guided tour, tour guide tip and lunch. SMART Medicine SMART Medicine is a local media campaign designed to generate awareness for the rising issue of opioid misuse and abuse in addition to providing information and resources regarding the safe management and disposal of pre-

scription medications. The Department of Aging and Human Services looks forward to meeting with community members on Tuesday, April 5 at 9 a.m. at the Garvey Senior Activity Center to share our knowledge and resources. We are committed to ensuring that prescription medication is used only to help, not harm. Contact Maryellen Kraese at maryellen.kraese@ stmarysmd.com or 301-475-4200, ext. *1681, for more information. Living Well… Take Charge of Your Health” The Living Well program will be offered at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Mondays, April 4 through May 9, 1:30 to 4 p.m. This program is an evidence-based Chronic Disease SelfManagement Workshop developed by Stanford University. The workshop is for any person who has one or more chronic conditions and who wants to learn to live more healthfully. It helps people learn everyday skills to manage chronic health symptoms and get the most out of life. Caregivers of a person with a chronic condition are also invited to attend. In the “Living Well… take Charge of Your Health” Workshop, you will learn how to manage symptoms, how to communicate effectively with doctors, how to lessen frustration, how to fight fatigue, how to make daily tasks easier, and how to get more out of life. To ensure that you get the most out of the program, attendance is recommended

at all six sessions. Registration is limited, so sign up now by calling 301-4754200, ext. *1050. Make a “Caterpillar” Bracelet The Garvey Senior Activity Center invites seniors ages 50 and above to join Sue Peters as she teaches this advanced jewelry making technique on Tuesday, March 29 at 1 p.m. Cost: $10, payable to Sue Peters, includes all supplies. To register, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050. Independent Art at Loffler Do you have an art project you are enjoying but would like to work on it while visiting with other people? Independent Art takes place on Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. There is no cost or instructor for these sessions, just the freedom and space to create. Grab a friend, your canvas and easel and head over to Loffler for an afternoon of Independent Art. For questions call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658. Learn about Renewable Energy In keeping with National Earth Month a video will be shown at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, April 6 at 10 a.m. that takes a look at ways air, water, earth, and fire are transformed into clean, reliable sources of heat, electricity, and even automobile fuel. This 50-minute video looks at several implementations of renewable energy that are already in place including a solar roof by FedEx at a regional sort facility in

Oakland, Calif., a wind power project in central New York using fewer, larger turbines, and the widespread use of geothermal energy in Iceland, plus much more. Register for this video by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk to sign up. (Seating is limited to 16) Health Presentation at Loffler Health Connections will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, April 7 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to present the topic Cardiac Health: Prevention and Signs and Symptoms of a Problem. To register for this free, interactive presentation call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk to sign up. Beauty Bazaar at Northern Come see all of the newest spring trends in beauty and fashion. The Northern Senior Activity Center is having a Beauty Bazaar on Friday, April 1. Vendor tables will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with the latest in clothing, makeup, and skincare, and wellness products. Prices for products and sales are determined by vendor. Free samples and demos will be available based on vendors while supplies last. Vendors to include Taylor Marie’s Apparel, Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry, Young Living Essential Oils, and Younique Cosmetics. Join us at 12:30 p.m. for a fashion show of Taylor Marie’s Apparel modelled by our very own members! To sign up for lunch or if interested in being a model, call 301475-4002, ext. *3103.

Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 • Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 • Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101

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

Williams and Quade Families By Linda Reno Contributing Writer John Thomas Williams, born in 1861, was the son of William Henry Williams (1822-ca1865) and his second wife, Mary “Polly” Copsey (1826-aft. 1880, widow of Jeremiah Jerome Russell). He married Ann Maria Gray (1869-ca1896, daughter of George E. H. Gray and Margaret Ann Harris) on May 5, 1885 at St. Joseph’s RCC. Their children were: Sarah Frances Quade, born April 9, 1887; Mary Dyree Quade, born August 16, 1889; Annie Gertrude Quade, born June 9, 1893; and John Ireland Quade, born October 10, 1896. He married second, Louise Virginia “Lula” Knott on March 25, 1904. Lula died prior to 1910 and they had no children. John Thomas Williams died July 31, 1914 of cancer of the face. He is probably buried at St. Joseph’s. Sarah Frances Williams, born April 9, 1887 married Joseph Isaac Quade (born April 5, 1892, son of Isaac Emmanuel Quade and Lucy Ann Russell) on May 18, 1910 at St. Aloysius. Sarah died November 27, 1963. Mary Dyree Williams (called Dyree), born August 16, 1889 married James Sylvester “Jimmy” Quade (born July 3, 1884, son of Richard Edward Quade and Betty Ann Pilkerton) April 4, 1904 at St. Aloy-

sius. Dyree died November 8, 1964. Annie Gertrude Williams (called Gertie), born June 9, 1893 married Joseph Lansdale Quade (born May 2, 1882, also the son of Richard Edward Quade and Betty Ann Pilkerton) December 16, 1908 at St. Aloysius. Joseph Lansdale Quade died October 19, 1941. Gertie married second, Stephen Ignatius Quade (1871-1952, son of Charles Llewellyn Quade and his first wife,

Mary Ann Gertrude Pilkerton) about 1943. Gertie died December 14, 1960. John Ireland Williams was born October 10, 1896. He married Rose Kathleen Quade (1908-1973, daughter of Richard Edward Quade and his second wife, Mary Florence Gray, and half-sister of James Sylvester Quade and Joseph Lansdale Quade) December 23, 1922. He died April 23, 1930.

I remember these ladies from my childhood. If there was anything they liked to do it was play cards (pitch) and watch wrestling. I can still recall the three of them clustered around a small black and white television at Gertie’s house in Hughesville rooting on their favorite wrestlers. My parents were particularly close to Dyree and spent many Sunday afternoons playing cards at her house. She lived in a house next to Murphy’s Store in Oakville. The house, owned by Philip Graves, was torn down many years ago. These relationships from long ago carried over into today. My best friends are Pearl (Morgan) Pfuhl (Dyree’s granddaughter) and Sandy (Whitmire) Hayward (Gertie’s granddaughter). Shown here in this very charming picture taken about 1911, are members of the Williams and Quade families. The men, from left to right: James Sylvester Quade, John Thomas Williams (sitting, holding his grandson James Lewis Quade, son of Mary Dyree), John Ireland Williams, and Joseph Lansdale Quade. The women, from left to right: Mary Dyree (Williams) Quade, holding her son Andrew Johnson Quade and Annie Gertrude (Williams) Quade, holding her son Thomas Edward Quade.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Wanderings of an Aimless Mind

“Renewal of Spirit and Energy” Easter; a time of renewal, rebirth, resplendence. We have lots of wonderful nights of Easter services this week which I look so forward to every year. The somber and mysterious service of Tenebrae (a service of darkness and light), then Maundy Thursday with the stripping of the altar, and afterwards the Vigil being kept in the church from 8 p.m. until noon on Good Friday. Good Friday’s services are at noon for the Good Friday Liturgy and at 7 p.m. is The Way of the Cross. Saturday’s service is the most powerful for me with the fire outside at 6 p.m. for The Great Vigil of Easter. The sun begins to get lower in the sky over the marsh of Chaptico Bay across from Christ Church, and the fire set under our tower whips up in a mini tornado of startling brightness. It is a beautiful service. The kids, of course, look more forward to Easter Sunday with the large Easter egg hunt and refreshments in the cemetery around the church after the service. Traditions are formed for young, new families and old, fond memories are brought to the surface for others. Easter also means renewal at home. I don’t know if I will get all my spring cleaning and decorating done in time for Sunday. I am just trying to keep up with laundry, and there’s only two of us. I think my husband must secretly change clothes four or five times a day. I know this will be true now that swimming pool season is upon us, but how does this happen now? I suppose I should feel sorry for my husband. Last Thursday, at my Johns Hopkins Rheumatology appointment, my doctor asked if I wanted a cortisone injection in my knee after she saw how it looked. Quickly, I said, “Yes, please!!!” Hot dog, I thought, I will get some things accomplished now for Easter. Plus I knew our church was having our St. Patrick’s Day dinner this past Saturday and I would need lots of

energy for helping and having fun. Some people say they do not get the euphoria and speed feeling from cortisone injections, but I do. That’s where I, and you, should feel sorry for my husband. He says that after a cortisone shot, I turn into the Energizer Bunny for two months (if I am lucky), and drive him crazy with cleaning, organizing, and planning. A few nights ago, I started reorganizing the laundry room at 10 p.m. I must include a fairy garden update, since so many of you wrote me kind e-mails about your own fairy gardens or when and where all the good sales are for accessories. Thank you very much. I am checking everything out and still looking forward to the fairy and gnome show at Annmarie Gardens on the 24th. So, far the donated fire pit from my friend Debs for the fairy garden project is all primed and painted. Next, I placed hand-picked rocks I received awhile back from another friend on the bottom for drainage, added a layer of charcoal to prevent mold, and then dumped out the remnants of potting soil from every mum pot from fall onto the top. It is supposed to be watered and then left to settle. That’s the point I am at now; settling. Now, I can shape the soil and start adding all the fairy houses and accessories that I hope to find before all the grandkids get here for Easter Sunday. Right now, I have three stepping stones, a gazing ball, and my oversized fairy door which I think I am going to glue to the bottom of a nearby tree instead. I better get cracking. I can hear the White Rabbit calling me, “Hurry, hurry, don’t be late, so much to do, so much to do.” To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo. com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann

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Create A Home Budget-Friendly Home Landscape

Homeowners understandably envy the awardworthy photo spreads in lawn and garden magazines, wanting to emulate those same looks on their own properties. Scores of designers and landscape architects are involved in the process of creating those amazing lush lawns and perfectly placed plantings. Although not every homeowner has the budget to create lavish landscape designs, it’s still possible for homeowners to create lawns they can be proud of. • Establish your budget. The first step in any project is to determine how much money you can devote to the job. Once you have established the budget, all other factors can be built around it. • Find an inspiration piece. Great landscapes are inspired by many things, whether it’s a memorable piece of art or a landscape layout in a lawn and gardening magazine. Use photos of other gardens or neighbors’ yards as inspiration and build off of them. As long as the theme is cohesive, it will look pleasing to the eye. • Consider the space and how you want to use it. Understanding the space will help you better allocate your budget. If your yard is more of a retreat, look for ways to create privacy and a vacation feel. If you have kids and entertaining friends is a main priority, focus on recreational aspects, such as a pool, playset and some durable plants. Understanding how to allocate your budget will help you to avoid spending money frivolously. • Think about reclaimed or repurposed materials. Brand new items can quickly eat up a budget. However, repurposing salvaged or inexpensive items can stretch that budget while adding some unique flair to a landscape. See if you can find an outdoor patio set that someone is giving away or selling for a lower price. All it takes is a coat of paint and some new cushions to make it look like new. Discarded bricks or stones can be worked into a patio space or used to create raised garden beds. Purchase inexpensive flower pots and then paint them to make them look like stone or another desired material. • Buy native plants. Native plants, shrubs, trees, and

flowers will fare better than non-native, exotic plants. That means you’ll have to spend less time and money nurturing them into health, and less money having to replace plants that cannot withstand your climate. • Consider perennial plants. Perennials may cost more at the outset, but the savings will be realized in the years to come. • Hire a professional. It may seem counterintuitive to spend money on a landscaping professional when you’ve established a strict budget, but that’s one way to save money. Landscape artists or garden designers have the experience to guide you in the right direction and help you avoid potentially costly mistakes. • Use gravel in spots where plants don’t thrive. Gravel is an inexpensive landscaping material that can fill in voids where plants or ground cover simply do not flourish. Those working on limited budgets may be happy to learn gravel is typically less expensive than concrete or pavers. • Ask friends or family for clippings. Don’t be shy about admiring the plantings of those you know. Flatter their good taste and ask if you can have some clippings to propagate yourself. These clippings can turn into lush plants in no time — with no additional spending required. With some frugal spending, planning and budgeting, anyone can create a beautiful landscape.

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