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MetCom May Seek New Attorney Photo by Frank Marquart

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feature story “We have to figure our where the money is going to come from. We need a public/ private partnership.” — Commissioner Todd Morgan on options for building a new animal shelter for St. Mary’s County.

Contents Local News

World War II Sailor Finally Comes Home Pg. 18

Obituaries 9 Cops & Courts

Unique Shops of SOMD

Library Calendar

Community Calendar

Feature 14 Community 20 Craft Tip of The Week

Games 26 Husband, Wife Team Aim For Gun Training Facility

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Family of Eight Moves to Make a Difference

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Entertainment 27 Classifieds

Business Directory

Some things just belong together

Contributing Writers Church Directory

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The board of directors of the Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) voted last week after some contentious debate to seek outside legal counsel, leaving uncertain the employment of their longserving counsel Jacquelyn Meiser whose hours on the job and salary had come into question. The vote to bid out the attorney’s services for the county’s water and sewer provider came from board member Brian Barthelme who, when interviewed later about the vote, said he bore no ill will towards Meiser but had concerns over the accountability of her position. Barthelme has been a frequent critic of Meiser’s salary of about $170,000. “She can still bid on the job,” Barthelme said. “But her job has been eliminated basically.” Barthelme said he had tried unsuccessfully to find out how many hours Meiser actually worked during her tenure at MetCom as she also ran her own law firm outside of her duties at the utility. “I tried to find our for two years,” Barthelme said. “You should do 40 hours a week if you’re getting $170,000. “But she’s still our lawyer until it’s [the legal counsel position] is bid.” The vote to seek outside counsel was split 3-to-2 with Barthelme, Mike Mummaugh and Charles “Sonny” Pessagno Jr. voting in support of the motion. Members Mike Thompson and Robert Russell voted against it. Steve Willing, the board chair, was also present but was not able to vote be-

cause there was no tie in the voting. Member Alice Gaskin was not present for the vote. In a later interview Mummaugh said that the discussion on Meiser’s position had moved from the open meeting to an executive session, after which the vote had changed. “It was a 3-to-2 vote but after executive session it was unanimous,” Mummaugh said of the decision to rebid for legal services once the board came back into open session. Thompson said he voted for a revised motion after the executive session in which it would be up to the executive director to come up with a request for proposal to seek a new bid for legal counsel. “As members we can’t do the details,” Thompson said. “We’ll review what he [Executive Director Scott Bundy] proposes.” Thompson said he approved the recent budget that included the salary for Meiser but that the board did not deal with line items. “I voted for the budget, her salary was in the budget,” Thompson said. “I am concerned about the salary and her position should report to the director. “I don’t know what her hours are but it’s a full time job.” Meiser said that she was still serving as the attorney for MetCom. “I plan to continue serving MetCom and customers as best I can until an alternate arrangement can be made that could or could not include me.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

White Marsh Elementary To Reopen Today By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

A problem with the water well at White Marsh Elementary School in Mechanicsville shut the school down Tuesday and left students off with an early dismissal, the St. Mary’s County Public Schools reported but it is set to reopen today. The school remained closed through Wednesday as school officials explored ways to get students back into classrooms. “The well is a goner, it’s dead,” said Assistant Superintendent for Supporting Services Jeff Walker. “We think the source is a lightning strike that happened over the weekend.” That lightning strike might have been what caused damage to the pumping mechanism, Walker said, causing the school system to have to drill a new well. “We’ve lost the pump connection inside the well,” Walker said. “We need to drill a new well.” The school system is trying to come

up with a schedule to get the work done quickly but was not sure when that would be completed. “This is not something that happens in a day,” Walker said. The students will have to remain at White Marsh elementary as there is not sufficient space at nearby schools to accommodate them, Walker said. The school system will have to come up with a solution to the water supply question at the school, Walker said. That would include independent handwashing stations in the school and bottled water for students. Portable toilets would likely not be brought in for the students, but a truck with an independent water supply could be brought in to provide pumping of water for toilets, Walker said. The drilling of a new well would likely cost between $10,000 and $15,000, he said, but the actual replacement could be upwards of $100,000. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Husband, Wife Team Aim For Gun Training Facility

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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer For years Steve and Cindi Thomas have loved to shoot and they have been successful at the competitive level as well shooting with the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) and training with some of the best shooters in the nation. And now the Lexington Park residents want to open up a state-of-the-art, indoor firing range and training facility on their own

property. They say that proper shooting facilities, despite the widespread ownership of firearms in the county coupled with a strong sporting and hunting culture, are sorely lacking and they want to help solve that problem. The only other range open to the public is Sanners Lake Sportsmans Club in Lexington Park and that is only through a membership with a limited number of spaces available. This has left many county residents to try to find their own places to shoot, either in ru-

ral wooded areas away from population centers or on properties like farms with wide open spaces. A training facility could also provide a place for new, potential gun owners to get the training required by state law before they are allowed to purchase a regulated firearm such as a handgun. Their proposal for the facility, called Flat Broke Shooters, is already set for evalution by the county’s Department of Land Use and Growth Management and the Thomas family says they have already sunk considerable time and resources into getting their business and engineering concerns right. Their plan is for an 11,000 squarefoot facility with 10 shooting lanes and a classroom. Also included is a space for a small retail activity to sell ammunition, targets as well as eye and ear protection, they said. But above all they want to make the facility family friendly, including a lounge and amenities all encompassed in a building that looks on the outside like a barn. “It’s going to look like an agricultural building,” Cindi said. “It’s going to be a red and white barn.” “We want to be family oriented,” Steve said. But more than giving people another place to shoot their guns the couple want to provide training for those who don’t know much about guns but want to learn to shoot safely and properly. “People are eager to find out how it’s done,

especially women,” Cindi said, who has competed internationally. Their plans for the facility include a premium on safe conduct on the range; they say they’ve seen plenty of dangerous and unsafe conduct on the firing line. “It’s ignorance or carelessness,” Cindi said. “We won’t mess around.” Both are committed to moving ahead with the project despite the risks; it’s an expensive proposition that could have a price tag of over $1 million but they say they have always joked to each other about doing this. Now they say they are serious. “I’ve served in the Navy and I’ve worked for the Navy,” Steve said. “Now I want to work for myself. “We want to show people that shooting is fun.”

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Owings: State Pushing For New Veterans Clinic By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland Secretary of Veterans Affairs George Owings said Monday that his office is continuing to push the federal government to move on building a new, state of the art community based outpatient clinic (CBOC) in Charlotte Hall. Owings made his comments in light of a County Times article last week that revealed four potential properties in the area that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) had noted as meeting their criteria for such a facility. A CBOC currently operates at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home but has long been deemed inadequate to serve the large number of veterans who live in the community, many of whom have returned from overseas deployments in the War on Terror. Owings said that the selection of a site and construction of the new CBOC would be entirely up to the federal VA. He held out hopes that the long wait for the much-needed facility would soon be over. “We’ve been pushing for this for 12 years,” Owings said in an interview during his visit this week to the only veterans home in Maryland.

“I’ve hit them for being slow on this. “But if I had to guess a new facility would be about two years away.” According to VA documents issued to property owners locally, the CBOC is proposed to be 17,741 square-feet in footprint size; the VA documents stated that they may consider other sites that they find appropriate. The four preliminary selections are the result of a market survey the VA conducted in May of last year, documents showed. The first property is located near the intersection of Three Notch Road and Charlotte Hall Road. It’s just under 22 acres in size with 11 acres available for development, the second is located on Charlotte Hall Road and is 5.6 acres in size. The third site is located on Three Notch Road in Charlotte Hall about one-quarter mile off of the main road and is just over three acres in size. The final site is also located on Three Notch Road and is 7.8 acres in size; it’s part of a 57.5-acre site that is set for development fo the Charlotte Hall Commerce Center, according to VA documents. The VA has stated that it has made no commitments to purchase any of the sites. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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By David Spigler Contributing Writer On May 15, 2016, we will observe Peace Officers Memorial Day and commence the annual celebration of National Police Week to pay tribute to the local, state, and Federal peace officers who have died in the line of duty. This holiday was created on October 1, 1961 when the US Congress asked President John F. Kennedy to designate this date to honor all of our fallen police. A year later, the President signed this Bill into law “to pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and to voice our appreciation for all those who currently serve on the front lines of the battle against crime…” I am privileged to count many former and current members of our Calvert, St. Mary’s and Charles County Sheriffs’ Offices, the Maryland State Police, US Capitol Police, and our Department of Natural Police among my friends here in Southern Maryland. They are all exceptional individuals, thoroughly dedicated to their profession, and extremely motivated to serve our citizens while preserving the peace. The great thing about these “unsung heroes” that I admire the most is knowing when they take their uniforms off, they are just good, wholesome people just like you and I. They love to have fun and they exude a great deal of friendliness that belies their seriousness for their profession. In all of my life, I don’t know of a time when a Police Officer has had more of a challenge and is faced with more pressure and scrutiny in order to perform his or her job to the expectation of others. I believe a “good cop” has unfairly come “under the gun” to prove himself or herself to various factions and media types who have no real appreciation for the service our police provide our citizens on a daily basis. I know personally of the lack of credit provided these dedicated professionals whose efforts go above and beyond the call of duty, yet are so often taken for granted. I am especially taken back by the recent surge in the loss of life of so many of our fine officers within our nearby area; the loss of the Montgomery County Police Officer killed during a routine traffic stop by a drunk driver, the horrific loss of a lady cop and former Marine in Prince William County on her first day on duty, the unfortunate loss of a Prince George’s County undercover cop by friendly fire, and the recent unprovoked shooting of a Virginia State Trooper at the Richmond bus terminal are just a very few of the sad tragedies that have given me pause and cause me to wonder where do we find these wonderful heroes willing to put their lives on the line for us, day in and day out. To better understand what is there about this often thankless occupation that makes a man or woman aspire to be a police officer, I sought out the thoughts of several of my police friends as to why they chose law enforcement for their life’s work? Let me take a few moments to share with you their responses…our County Sheriff Mike Evans is the son of the former Deputy Superintendent of the Maryland State Police and was the biggest influence for his decision to become a trooper himself following a stint in the Army. Sheriff Tim

Cameron in Saint Mary’s County wanted to get involved with helping people and police work provided numerous ways for him to serve the citizens every day. Calvert Assistant Sheriff, Major Dave McDowell, also is the son of a police officer and was inspired by seeing his dad go to work in his uniform every day. He was impressed by the respect he gave and received from everyone and watched the pride he exuded whenever he stated he was a Prince Georges Police Officer. My friend, Lt, David Payne with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and former County Mardi Gras King, decided to become a police officer while on active duty as a United States Marine. The Corps instilled in David the traits of “Dependability, Integrity, Dedication, Initiative, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, and Loyalty”. He wanted to use these traits in a career once he left the military. Law enforcement allowed him the best opportunity to apply this knowledge. Lieutenant Rosemary King Chappell, a Maryland State Trooper, also grew up in a law enforcement family and liked the idea of helping others while trying to make a difference. She enjoyed working with a team and the “brotherhood” it brings. She chose the State Police because of their reputation and professionalism they always displayed! I am with you Lieutenant! Further, Deputy David Gatton always knew he wanted to be a police officer, and after many twists and turns he finally made his way back to becoming a career officer. Looking back, his only wish is that he would have started much earlier in life pursuing his dream. Another friend, Lt. Shawn Garren, a member of the Maryland Natural Resources Police grew up in New York and at a very young age wanted to be a Game Warden due to his love of nature and his passion for fishing, hiking, boating, and biking. Upon moving to Maryland with his parents, he learned this agency provides so much more in the way of challenges than the position of a Game Warden. He has loved every minute of his work during a 28 year career. Sam Hooper, the husband of one of my co-workers and a retired Prince Georges County Police Officer now working for the Charles County Sheriff’s Officer, was motivated to become a Police Officer because he knew he wanted to make a difference for people and families in the community who could not defend themselves from criminals who prey on them. Well said, sir! By the way, Sam was born on May 15th, the day created to nationally recognize police officers. He cannot imagine any better way to spending his birthday every year in any other way then to honor those men and woman that made the ultimate sacrifice, Each year he and his family visit the Police Memorial in DC to honor these fallen heroes on his birthday! You may not know, but two of our five current Calvert County Commissioners are retired career police officers. Former President of the BOCC, Commissioner Pat Nutter remembers as a young lad on an outing with his mother spotting a tall, sharp, neatly uniformed State Trooper with shiny brass and shoes. At that early age, he thought he was looking at the real Superman! This impression led to Pat completing a 30 year career in law enforcement. And Commissioner Tom Hejl, former Assistant Calvert County Sheriff, had a similar experience as a youngster when he and his dad went into a restaurant in Baltimore. Sitting at the counter in an impressive looking uniform sat a big, very erect State Trooper. Tom told his dad right then and there he was going to be a State Trooper. And as he grew up, “he stuck by his guns” and made it happen. In fact he had an illustrious 25 year career with

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He enjoys standing around talking with them, and laughing and carrying on in a friendly atmosphere. “He feels it good when they can see law enforcement as the good guy, not the one who causes bad news when he shows up. He has great conversations with them and hopes this leaves a good impression. He hopes he has been able to steer them down the right path. And if just one young person with whom he has come into contact avoids drugs or crime, he says his whole career was well worth it”! Lieutenant Chappell remembers working for the Calvert Investigative Team [CIT] investigating a homicide. With two other members of the Team, they tracked the suspect to North Carolina and located him and got a full confession. The law enforcement officials in North Carolina were amazed at the Team’s tenacity, stating “they found one illegal from a group of 200,000 was like finding a needle in a haystack”! Lieutenant Garren says there is no one memory that stands out, but looking back over the 28 years of service, it is the feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction it gives him. When you do your job day in day out, you don’t always realize the difference you may have made. But when you look at your entire career you can see there are less drunken boaters on our waterways, and less confrontation with hunters and others involving conservation cases. He states “success is not measured in the number of tickets or warnings one issues, but really is determined by the number of people you have reached and changed their minds on why conservation and public safety is so important”. Deputy Sam Hooper sees his great joy as the ability to give back to our next generation of officers. Currently, as a member of his Department’s Field Training Officers Program [FTOP], he truly enjoys sharing his experiences and training with their newest officers. More importantly, he feels it “a privilege to share in their career experiences and their journey”.

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Commissioner Pat Nutter’s fondest memory of his time as a law enforcement officer was “earning the reputation of being known as “Andy” the sheriff on the “Andy Griffith Show” and later on “Mayberry RFD”. He remembers taking calls in the middle of the night or folks coming to his door at 2:00 and 3:00 AM seeking help with their family or domestic issues and having the patience and understanding to listen to their problems and offer what assistance he could provide. He always felt close to his community and derived great joy in removing his gun belt to play football with the kids! He say he has been doing this long before it became fashionable in social media venues such as Facebook”. Commissioner Tom Hejl recalls handling a domestic violence case long before these incidents became newsworthy. He handled the case by the book as he was taught. Years later the victim’s sister approached him and thanked him profusely for saving her sister and treating her with such kindness. In another case he was working a string of burglaries in the County and ultimately identified two suspects. In writing search warrants for these two residents, the criminal investigation team went in and recovered over $100,000 worth of stolen property most of which was returned to the rightful owners. Finally he derived great satisfaction in knowing he assisted so many people in a positive way during his career. He is often thanked for doing things he can’t even remember. He knows he has saved several lives along the way. Yet his greatest satisfaction comes from “knowing he remained true to his values and those values the State Police instilled in him during his training and throughout his 25 year career”. He continues to live by that creed today. Having received these inputs from these fine gentleman and lady, I am even more impressed that these folks are just normal, dedicated people who are down to earth, yet passionate in their desires to help others and make a difference. And each officer is special in finding the “where with all” and the

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reasons to go to work each day. Many of the people I know well who have been friends of mine for a long time tell me they could never do what these folks have done. I put myself in this same group. There is no way I can see myself going out into this world every day with the current and potential issues our nation is facing. I intended to include in this story some of the “downsides” my police friends have endured. Many of these great individuals are uncomfortable thinking about the bad days, much less writing about them. I knew this part of the story might be difficult, and my attempts were to make this a positive tribute to these heroes. So out of respect to these friends, I will forego this side of the story. Suffice to say, one only has to watch the current crop of television crime shows and police stories to realize there are moments in every cops’ life that would scare most of us away from ever wanting to pursue this line of work. This knowledge makes me even more aware and appreciative of the dangers a police officer faces on a regular basis. It is so unbelievable that there are people willing to accept the negative aspects of this work knowing they will face these burdens daily over a 20 year, 30 year, or longer career. Where do we find these magnificent people??? I truly want to thank my special contributors to this story; Sheriff Mike Evans, Sheriff Tim Cameron, Assistant Sheriff David McDowell, Lieutenant David Payne, Deputy David Gatton, Lieutenant Rosemary Chappell, Lieutenant Shawn Garren, Deputy Sam Hooper and Commissioners Nutter and Hejl. Thank you for your responses, but most of all thank you for the dedicated years of service you so professionally provided to all of our citizens! Lastly, I wish to salute all the members of law enforcement, not only here in Southern Maryland, but throughout our great Nation for your great individual sacrifices. Thank you! And please be safe!

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Commissioners Approve Fiscal 2017 Budget By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Local elected leaders say that they approved this year’s county operating budget with hopes that projected property and income taxes upon which they based their spending plan will come true. Without that, members of the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County stated, they could be looking at a budget shortfall they would have to make up later in fiscal 2017. The $222.1 million budget is slightly less than last year’s plan but is full of spending increases besides, including salary increases for sheriff’s deputies to the tune of nearly 10 percent as well as a $4.6 million increase over last year’s appropriation for the Board of Education bringing their county-funded portion to $102.6 million. Other increases include a 2.5 percent increase in salaries for regular and part-time employees as well as an increase for solid waste fees of $60 to $72 per dwelling in the county. The commissioners also raised the Emergency Services Support Tax from .16 cents to .24 per $100 of assessed value to support the county’s Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP) for long-time first responder volunteers. Aside from the increases in fees the commissioners did not change the property tax rate of $.8523 per $100 of assessed

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value and retained the income tax rate of 3 percent of net taxable income. Commissioner Mike Hewitt chimed into the final budget vote discussion Tuesday with a typical refrain to county staff and apparently to the board at large. “No tax reduction,” Hewitt said loudly. His immediate neighbor at the dais, Commissioner Tom Jarboe, admitted it had been a tough budget year but the county had to continue to fund priorities like infrastructure to ensure they could try to diversify the economy. “There’s no magic to the math, it is what it is,” Jarboe said. “But I still here from people about projects like FDR Boulevard that they’re against. “They say it’s going to be nothing but stop lights but it’s not, it’s going to be roundabouts. Some of that infrastructure is necessary for economic development.” Commissioner Todd Morgan said that St. Mary’s was not the equal of its sister counties in Charles and Calvert which both benefitted from tax revenues from two power plants each as well as other commercial and entertainment tax sources. “That base at Pax River is great, however it pays no taxes,” Morgan said. “Not all is equal in the tri-county region. “Those other counties have opportunities that we can’t avail ourselves of.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Obituaries

The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to timesobits@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

Shirley Josephine Windsor Shirley Josephine Windsor, 77, of Clements, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2016, at her home surrounded by family. Born September 30, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Lucille Dorothy Boswell and the late Joseph Thomas Boswell. Shirley was the loving wife of the late Russell James Windsor. Shirley was a wonderful mother of six children, Barbara Jane Alston, Dennis Windsor, Allen Windsor (deceased) Joyce Wood (Jeffery), Brenda Braden (Donald) and Ernest Windsor; step-children, Trisa Brooks (Bernard), James Flunt (Doris), Ernest Bradshaw, and Jerry Bradshaw. Shirley also had 26 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Siblings: Dorothy Knott (Leonard), Annabelle Bradshaw (Percy), Jean Talbott, Patsy Watt (James), Marylou Bowmen (Michael), Melvin Boswell, Charles Boswell (deceased), Wanda Ridgley, Judy Tucker and Mickey Boswell; and many nieces and nephews. Shirley was a die-hard Redskins fan. She loved spending time with her family. She worked as a farmer, waitress and at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home until she retired. Shirley would decorate her yard every holiday. She opened her heart and home to everyone. She will be greatly missed. A viewing will be on Friday, May 20, 2016 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Maryland 20622. Funeral service will be at 12:30 PM with Father Gallagher officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens, 3221 Mattawoman Beantown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601. Serving as pallbearers will be James Boswell, Richard Wilkerson, Desmond Tucker, Damian Tucker, Allen “Pokey” Windsor, and Tony Bush, Sr. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Hardesty and Bernard Brooks. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Shirley’s name to Hospice of St. Mary’s, PO Box 625, Leon-

ardtown, MD 20650.

Elmer Francis Gray Elmer Francis Gray, 70, of Clements, MD passed away at Hospice of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD on May 11, 2016. Elmer was born in Leonardtown, MD on September 23, 1945 to the late Martin G. Gray and the late Josephine Quade Gray. Elmer enjoyed fishing and hunting in his younger days. He loved spending time with family, especially the grandkids, cooking and being creative. In addition to his parents, Elmer was predeceased by his brothers, Lawrence Gray and Leonard Gray; sisters, Margaret DeMarr and Lucy Gray. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Janet “Jody” Nelson Gray; daughters, Mary Frances Gray, Carol Lynn Bowles (Greg); grandchildren, Josephine and Gregory Bowles; brothers, Joseph Gray and William Gray; sisters, Maude Combs, Mary Farrell, and Pearl Crutchfield. Family will receive friends for Elmer’s Life Celebration Visitation on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 from 5-8 PM with Prayers at 6:30 PM at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Funeral Service will be on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Brinsfield- Echols Funeral Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. Memorial Donations may be made to: Hospice of St, Mary’s, P. O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Patrick James “Pat” O’Connor, Patrick James “Pat” O’Connor, 87 of Valley Lee, MD, passed away May 11, 2016 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD surrounded by his loving family.

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He was born May 17, 1928 in Maude, OK to the late Fredrick Charles O’Connor and Marie St. Cyr O’Connor. On July 12, 1944 Pat enlisted in the United States Army until his honorable discharge as an Aviation Machinists Mate Airman in April 1950. On September 15, 1951, he married his beloved wife, Mary Jo Randolph “Babe”, at Our Lady’s Catholic Church Medleys Neck, in Leonardtown, MD. Together they celebrated over 64 wonderful years together. For many years he enjoyed living on the water, crabbing, fishing and waterskiing. His other hobbies included hunting, flower and vegetable gardening, watching college basketball, cheering on the Washington Redskins and baseball. When his children were younger he coached their Little League teams for many years and he also enjoyed playing on the Tall Timbers men’s league and the Patuxent River Bombers, a semi-pro team. While enjoying spending time outside, he especially loved spending his time with his family. Family gatherings were an integral part of his life. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. George Catholic Church. In addition to his beloved wife, Pat is also survived by his children, Michael O’Connor (Peg) of Leonardtown, MD, Danny O’Connor (Donna) of Valley Lee, MD, Kathy Shiring (Joe) of Stevensville, MD, Kelly Cropp (Lance) of Mansfield, OH, Kevin O’Connor of Baltimore, MD, and Tim O’Connor (Nancy) of California, MD; his brother, Franklin “Bit” O’Connor

(Billie) of Kingman, AZ; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his grandson, Sean O’Connor and his son-in-law, Hugh Shiring. Family will receive friends on Monday, May 16, 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. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Paul Nguyen at 10:00 a.m. at St. George Catholic Church, 19199 St. George Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be grandsons Nathan Cropp, Colin O’Connor, Max O’Connor, Ray Gaskill, Harry Jackson and close friend Butch Butler. Honorary pallbearers will be son-in-law, Lance Cropp, and close friend, Gene Robey. Memorial contributions may be made to Second District Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 101, Valley Lee, MD 20692 and Second District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 101, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD

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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Alleged Child Abuse On May 13, 2016, The Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services (CPS), received a referral regarding the possible physical abuse of a child. Ultimately, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) assumed the investigation. The investigation revealed, Charles Winston Gary, Sr., 55 years old of Great Mills, Maryland, physically assaulted two minor children while they were in his care and custody. As a result of Gary’s ac-

tions, both children sustained visible signs of injuries. After conferring with the St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, Gary was charged with the following criminal violations via an arrest warrant: Child Abuse: Two Counts of Second Degree-Custodian Two Counts of Assault Second Degree On May 13, 2016, Gary was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center to await a bond hearing.

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On May 17th at approximately 1 a.m., St. Mary’s County sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a home invasion burglary at a private residence located on Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville. Investigation revealed two male suspects forcibly entered a home occupied by an adult couple and their child. The suspects made demands and caused property destruction before fleeing the residence prior to the arrival of deputies. None of the occupants of the residence were physically harmed. Patrol deputies were able to locate physical evidence at the

scene which will be analyzed by crime lab technicians. Detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have assumed the case and are requesting the public’s assistance. Detectives are urging anyone with information about this crime to contact Detective Cory Ellis at 301-475-4200, ext. *8125 or via email at cory.ellis@stmarysmd.com. Callers may also call Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333 (callers can remain anonymous, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus your message to “CRIMES” (274637).

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County May Have To Seek Own Animal Shelter By Guy Leonard Staff Writer County leaders have signaled that they may have to find the resources to build a dedicated animal shelter for St. Mary’s with the announcement Tuesday from Calvert County commissioners that they were moving ahead with a shelter of their own. St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles counties have worked together for years to fund and operate the Tri-County Animal Shelter in Hughesville but pressure to renovate the aging facility amid calls for creating a no-kill shelter have prompted leaders in each county to pursue their own solutions. “Evan is driving us forward of course, more likely we are driving the same direction,” said Commissioner President James “Randy” Guy at a press conference in Prince Frederick Tuesday. “We’ve already announced to people about the possibility of our own control center.” Leading up to the Calvert County annoucement, Charles County Ken Robinson posted on social media that his county was pursuing a feasibility study for their

own animal shelter. Robinson called Calvert’s announcement “the beginning of the end of the TriCounty Animal Shelter. “We will be seeking the advice of advocacy groups such as Target Zero and Alley Cat Allies so that we can insure that animals will be truly treated humanely,” Robinson wrote. St. Mary’s County Commissioner Todd Morgan said the county should try to pursue some sort of public/private partnership to create a local animal shelter. He said commitments to building a new senior center, Leonardtown library as well as taking on the financing of the newly built Patuxent River Naval Air Museum meant the county had little money left to spend on construction projects on its own. “The handwriting has been on the wall for some time,” Morgan said. “The bottom line is you need an animal shelter. “We have to figure our where the money is going to come from. We need a public/private partnership.” guyleonard@countytimes. net

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History

Now Arriving Copley Vault, Pt. III Since writing the above I have heard a man say who is sixty years of age, that it was one Copely [Copley]. He got his information from his father who was eighty years of age when he died, and his was handed him by his great grandfather who built the vault and came in as a servant to this Copely [Copley]. This seems to be the best account, and most probable. After spending the day in hard labor we replaced them as before, and returned home, all acknowledging themselves perfectly satisfied and abundantly rewarded for their trouble. Numbers since regret their not knowing it as they might have been there. Others wish it again opened, and some are displeased at its being opened at all.” Who were the men discussed in this story? Dr. Barton Tabbs (1757-1818, son of Rev. Moses Tabbs and his first wife, Eleanor Smoot) ran a medical school in the vicinity of Great Mills. He married first, Sarah Bond, of Calvert County and second, Helen Maxwell, of Charles County. George W. Campbell (1774-1806, son of Andrew Campbell and his wife Deborah), inherited a substantial estate including “Rosecroft” from his godfather, Daniel Wolstenholme. He married Ann “Nancy” Biscoe, daughter of James Biscoe and Sarah Jones. James Biscoe (1776-1853 in Baltimore). He was the son of James Biscoe and Sarah Jones. He married Ann Farnandis of Charles County, daughter of James Farnandis and his first wife, Elizabeth Wallace. James Farnandis was one of the Maryland 400 (Battle of Long Island, August 27,

1776) and was later at the Battle of Stony Point where on July 14, 1779 “he bore his wounded commander, Col. John H. Stone on his back to a place of safety after he himself had been wounded.” Basil Biscoe (Bef. 1777-aft. 1807). I believe this man to have been the son of Bennet Biscoe and Ann Reeder. He was a second cousin of James Biscoe above. Dr. Alexander McWilliams (1773-1850, son of Thomas McWilliams, Jr. and Mary Ann Mattingly) He entered the U. S. Navy in 1802 as assistant surgeon and afterwards was ordered to sea. He served during the Tripolitan War, and was present at the burning of the USF “Philadelphia.”* On his return voyage he was taken ill with a fever and left at Gibraltar, remaining there several weeks before finally returning home on the frigate USF “Constitution.” In 1806, Alexander returned to St. Mary’s County where he married Ann Tabbs, daughter of his teacher and mentor, Dr. Barton Tabbs. They made their home in Washington, D.C. McWilliams was an incorporator of the Medical Society, District of Columbia; president of the Medical Association; trustee of the Anacostia Library; president of the Anacostia Fire Co.; and attending physician of the Alms House He was one of the first physicians to use adhesive plaster in treating fractured legs. Botany was his avocation and he built a conservatory which he filled with many rare plants and foreign birds. *Also present was Midshipman Michael Brown Carroll of “Susquehanna” in St. Mary’s County.

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LIGHTHOUSE LOVERS WELCOME FOR ADVENTURE CRUISES Lighthouse lovers are invited to the popular Lighthouse Adventure Cruises on Saturdays, June 18, July 23, August 13, and September 3 aboard a private charter vessel. The cost is $130 for the day-long trip; museum members pay $120. Lunch is on your own. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to reserve your spot. On June 18 and August 13, lighthouse cruisers enjoy the Northern route. Departing from the Drum Point Lighthouse, the cruise includes Cove Point, Thomas Point, Sandy Point, Bloody Point, and Sharps Island lighthouses. Lunch is at Kentmoor Restaurant on Kent Island. On July 23 and September 3, participants enjoy the Southern route. Visit Point No Point, Point Lookout, and Smith Point Lighthouses before stopping for lunch on Smith Island. After taking in the local sites, the cruise will continue on to circle Solomons Lump and Hooper Island Lighthouses. Â On the journey, cruisers will learn the history of the lighthouses they visit from the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lighthouse expert, along with fascinating stories that

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County Sailor Finally Laid To Rest Guy Leonard Staff Writer After nearly three-quarters of a century the remains of Chief Petty Officer Albert Eugene Hayden, killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in 1941 were laid to rest in St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery in Morganza with full military honors. Hayden was one of 429 men killed aboard the USS Oklahoma, a battleship docked at the naval base, when it was torpedoed by Japanese dive bombers and sunk. These were the opening shots that brought the United States into World War II. Hayden’s remains went unidentified until late last year when the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced a confirmation of his identity. Ronnie Kissinger, of Port Republic, a distant relative of Hayden’s, said the government was able to positively identify Hayden’s remains by matching genetic material from his closest next of kin, his nephew Edward D. Hayden, Sr. 76, who lives on the Eastern Shore. Kissinger said that Edward Hayden relayed the wishes of Albert Hayden’s mother Emma Hayden that her son someday be brought back to his home in St. Mary’s County.

“Edward said this was Emma’s wish,” Kissinger said. “She said: ‘Bring my son back home to be with his family.’” Hayden served as a chief electrician’s mate on board the USS Oklahoma when it was attacked. He and many other sailors were still aboard the ship when it sunk until their remains were retrieved between 1942 and 1943 when the navy brought the ship up from the depths in the harbor. Hayden and others’ remains were buried at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Hawaii but they were recently disinterred; Hayden’s remains were subsequently identified. According to the website of the USS Oklahoma it took nine torpedoes to bring the ship down before it sunk in the mud. She sustained eight torpedo hits in the first 10 minutes of the battle, according to the website. There were 32 men who were able to be taken out of the hull of the ship but there were still many trapped below the waterline, according to the USS Oklahoma’s website. “Banging could be heard for over three days and then there was silence,” according to the website. Hayden was born in 1897 and attended Leonard Hall school when it was an agricultural school and later went on to Char-

lotte Hall Military School before joining the navy in 1917 where he served in World War I. Kissinger said that the family was finally able to attain a sense of closure with Hayden’s return to be buried in St. Mary’s. “It’s amazing that we can be part of this,” Kissinger said. “It’s exactly what we wanted. “It’s a great feeling.”

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Missionary Family of Eight Moves to Make a Difference

By Crista Dockray Staff Writer A family of eight is picking up their home in Southern Maryland and moving it to a different continent. Husband and wife Jeff and Emily Weimert with their six children T’aunie, 13, Byron, 12, Josiah, 12, Selah, 10, Trinity, 9, and Avigail, 5, will be moving to the Philippines as missionaries. The love Jeff and Emily have for the Philippines started when they went for a missionary trip in 2002 and got engaged. “The Philippines just never left our hearts, we always had that longing to go back,” said Emily. But when they started a family and life kept going, they pushed off the idea and, besides short terms trips to the country, they let their time in the Philippines be something of the past. A year and a half ago, however, things changed. They heard about aquaponics, a self-sustaining way of growing food, from Jeff’s brother. The aquaponic system starts with fish. The fish grow and fertilize the water and in turn the fertilized water goes up to the plants, which draw the nutrients and grow without using dirt. “It’s highly efficient and it can grow a ton of food,” said Jeff. According to Jeff, an aquaponic system is completely self-sustaining, uses 90 percent less water than a normal garden, runs off of solar power, and is zero cost to the people once it’s built. It is built with local materials and takes about two weeks to build and eight to twelve months to become fully established. The system that Jeff helped to build in the Philippines holds about 200 fish when it fully matured and it produces enough food to feed between 30 and 50 children a day. This is actually a smaller system. One of the larger systems, located in Honduras, is actually a 10,000-gallon system that holds thousands of fish and provides food and income to an orphanage. After learning about all the good it could do, the Weimerts decided to move to the Philippines permanently through their mission organization Go To Nations. “We decided that missions have always

been in our heart as a family, so we want to go and serve,” said Jeff. “If you have the ability to help people, you should.” They actually built a two tank aquaponic system of their own in their home. It holds 50 tilapia and grows tomatoes, beans, onions, and lettuce. “We made it so we could learn and make our mistakes early,” said Jeff. Once they move over, the family will be living in Iloilo, a city in the central western Philippines. Their focus will be on three different areas within their community. The first will be building and teaching the locals how to build aquaponic systems. They will be putting the systems in the hands of schools, churches, and organizations to help break the cycle of poverty. They will also be traveling to other parts of Southeast Asia to do the same. The second area they will be working in is the Sunshine Center, which tutors children that couldn’t afford or have dropped out of school. The center also does feeding programs, ministry, and just provides a place for kids to be kids. The last place of their focus will be a dump community, a place where people live in heaps of trash and pick through it everyday just to get enough things to sell in order to make money to eat for that day. The whole family is very excited about the endeavor. “I really want to help the little children, the orphans, because I was adopted. I want to show the children a family and what love feels like, I just want to let them know that God loves them even in their circumstances,” said T’aunie. “I am really looking forward to it. Sometimes I just lay in my bed and I wish I was there already,” said Salah. “I just want to go, I don’t wait to wait anymore,” said Trinity. Before the family arrives to the Philippines, they will be attending two-week aquaponic training in Florida in August then in September they will be leaving for Thailand to go to missionary training for 10.5 weeks. Come November, they will arrive in the Philippines. So far they have had numerous amounts of individuals and organizations backing them with support in prayer, spreading the word,

Byron, Josiah, and Avigail Weimert looking over their at-home aquaponic system

and helping financially. Their goal is to have 150 people and 10 to 12 churches backing them, and according to Emily, they are halfway there. If you have any questions about aquaponics or their mission, email Jeff at jeff.

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Front Row from Left to Right: Emily, Selah, T’aunie, and Jeff Weimert. Back Row from Left to Right: Byron, Trinity, Josiah, and Avigail Weimert.

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Members of The American Legion Ridge Post 255 will observe Memorial Day with a ceremony and a motor cycle rumble on Monday May 30, 2016 at 11 a.m. to honor the veterans. The public is invited to join us at the Ridge Post Home on Rout 5 for this event. Americans pay tribute on Memorial Day to those who fell in battle defending our country. The observance had its beginnings following the Civil War when Southerners marked the graves of those who died fighting for the Confederacy. Today, we honor all of America’s war dead – those who died that freedom might live. “Their selfless sacrifice spans the history of America, from the Revolutionary War thru today’s Military Operations,” said Commander Skip Disharoon. “These patriots left their homes and families when their country called and gave the last full mea-

sure of devotion in defense of freedom.” Members of The American Legion Ridge Post 255 salute their fallen comrades and ask that all St. Mary’s County citizens pause to remember America’s fallen sons and daughters on this Memorial Day. Formed at the conclusion of World War I by freedom-loving veterans who wanted to ensure that the fallen comrades would be cared for, The American Legion today has over 3 million members and is the nation’s largest veterans organization. “We want everyone in St. Mary’s County to know that The American Legion is ‘Still Serving America’ and will continue to serve this country, our state, and our community in the years ahead,” says Ridge Post Commander Skip Disharoon. Any questions please feel free to contact the post at 301-872-5349.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Catboats Return by Popular Demand

Back by popular demand, catboats return to Solomons, Maryland on Father’s Day weekend for the annual Patuxent River Shootout. They will arrive midafternoon at the Lore Oyster House, Saturday afternoon, on June 18. The Shootout will begin at approximately 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 19 and can be seen from the Solomons boardwalk. After the race, meet the captains and see the boats on display in the Calvert Marine Museum boat basin until 5:00 p.m. The Catboat is a New England traditional sailing craft with a design that dates back to the 1800s, but with origins in England some say. Originating in name and most commonly referred to as the Cape Cod Catboat, it was first used as a fishing boat, and can be found in many design variations. It became the dominant inshore workboat in New England, as

well as a boat for both social and racing pleasures. It is most often seen on the East Coast, from the Chesapeake to New England. Typically half as wide as it is long, and best known by its shallow draft, gaff rig and mast forward in the bow of the boat, this boat is ideal for cruising the shallow waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Typical boats are between 14 and 25 feet long, but feel much larger and are easily sailed by one, though when the wind pipes up another hand can be welcome with the typically large/oversized mainsail. A Menger 23 carries 435 square feet of sail. For more information on catboats and catboating events locally, visit the Chesapeake Catboat Association’s website at www. chesapeakecatboats.org, contact Steve Flesner at flesner00@comcast.net or call 410-610-8859.

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Summer Reading at your Library! St. Mary’s County Library has summer reading programs for all ages! Babies, Kids and Teens can sign up starting on June 13 in any branch or online at www.stmalib.org. Adult summer reading starts on June 1, come in to any branch to pick up your game board. Complete challenges and earn prizes, be entered to win a grand prize Kindle Fire! All summer reading programs end August 13. Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass Lexington Park Library will hold Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass on Thursday, May 26 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Travel through a whimsical world, and help Alice become queen. Celebrate Humpty Dumpty’s un-birthday, and play a game of croquet. All ages, no registration required. Library Closed for Memorial Day All three branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, Monday, May 30. Storytimes are Back! All three branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will resume storytimes starting June 1 and will continue through July 31. For a full schedule, go to www.stmalib.org/kids

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What’s On Your Plate? High-school students are invited to join AmeriCorp VISTA and St. Mary’s College of Maryland students to discuss What’s On Your Plate? Everyone has different factors on their plate when it comes to choosing the right college for them. Come out to evaluate what’s on your plate and how to find a college that best fits these individualized factors. This is a drop-in program from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 1 at Leonardtown Library. No registration required. Minecraft Mania! Leonardtown Library will host Minecraft Mania on Thursday, June 2. Two one-hour sessions will be held for ages 6- 9 years old, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. One session for ages 10 years and older will be held from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. Registration opens 2 weeks before each program on www.stmalib.org. Due to space restrictions, please register for only one Minecraft program per day.

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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 301475-4200 ext. 1800 or 1801. Paintings in all media. For information, call 301-475-3130.

Thursday, May 19 Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Friends and Family SMART Recovery Beacon of Hope Recovery & Wellness Community Center (21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park)- 5 to 6:30 p.m. A support group offering a science based approach to helping family and friends who are affected by the substance abuse, alcohol abuse, drug abuse or other addictions of a loved one. Meetings are free and open to the public. Call 301-751-7258, 240-8081875 or e-mail beacon@waldensierra.org for more information. Lecture: Dennis Curry Visitor Center Auditorium (18751 Hogaboom Ln., St. Mary’s City)- 7 to 8 p.m. Free. Time and details TBA. For more information, contact 240-895-4990 or info@HSMCdigshistory.org.

Friday, May 20 “Choose Recovery!’ Prevention Event 5301 76th Ave., Hyattsville- noon to 5 p.m. Join us for the second Annual Choose Recovery community event. Enjoy speakers, a poetry slam, snacks, and local information booths to spread the message of recovery! Free! Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776.

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Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser 21685 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park- 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Associates are having a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser at our FDR location. Cost is $8 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Dine in or carry out is available. All proceeds benefit the rescue squad. Thanks for your support and be sure to keep checking our website: www.lpvrs.org for more information and upcoming events. Celebrate Recovery Our Father’s House (45020 Patuxent Beach Rd., California)- 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Do you struggle with anger, grief, anxiety, self-harm, substance abuse, sexual addiction, overeating, PTSD, or an unhealthy habit you’d like to be free from? Celebrate Recovery, a free Christian-based 12-step program for adults 18 and up struggling with any hurt, hangup, or habit.

Saturday, May 21 Art and Wine Festival All Saints Episcopal Church (21656 Oakly Rd., Avenue)- 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Local artists and vendors, wine tasting is being done by a local winery. Lunch will be available! There will also be a cake table full of home-made goodies. Yard Sale and Car Wash Grace Lutheran Church (1200 Charles St., La Plata)- 8 a.m. Yard sale to benefit Southern Maryland Compassion Center. Parking spaces are $15 each. You provide your own table and/ or chairs. Contact office to sign up or for more information, 301-932-0963 or aproctor@growingwithgrace.org. Food for sale. Old Fashioned Tea Party Old Towne Café, Leonardtown- 4 to 6 p.m. The Woman’s Club of St. Mary’s County, Inc. cordially invites you to attend an Old Fashioned Tea Party. Enjoy a spring afternoon that’s both elegant and fun. Bring your girlfriends, moms, daughters, and/or granddaughters to the Ye Olde Town Café in Downtown Leonardtown for a formal tea party featuring High Tea Delicacies, Entertainment and Fun for everyone. (Of course gentlemen are welcome as well.) Dress up as much as you like... hats, gloves, whatever you like, but not required. Tickets: May be purchased at the Olde Towne Café during normal business hours or day of the event. The Woman’s Club of St. Mary’s County, Inc. is a 501c(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds will be used to fund college scholarships for local high school students. Adults $15, Children 6 to 12 $10, and Under 5 only $3! Belly Dancing Workshop with Camilla Karam House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood)- 1 to 3 p.m. This two hour movement and informative workshop will enlighten and inspire participants about the sacredness of Belly Dance and its connection with Nature. Be ready to have fun, stretch, move, have discussion, and learn beautiful and serpentine movements from a skilled and experienced dancer. Handouts will be available. Fallen Heroes Day Remembrance Ceremony Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens (3270 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic)- 10 to 11 a.m.

Join local EMS and Volunteer Firefighters in a remembrance ceremony honoring our fallen heroes. Light refreshments will follow. Please direct all inquiries to 410-257-0544.

DNR Certificate of Boating Safety Education will be issued on satisfactory completion of the course.

Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776.

Cedar Point Ladies Golf Cedar Point Gold Course (23248 Cedar Point Rd., Patuxent River)- 8 a.m. All skill levels are welcome. PGA Teaching Pro will be offering clinics during the season. For more information, Contact Pam at Pam447@me.com, Kimbra.benson@hotmail.com, or Pat at rodschroeder@comcast.net.

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Newton Manor House Spring Social Manor House Lawn (Newtowne Neck Rd., Leonardtown)- noon to 4 p.m. A free family event, come and join the fun! Special guest appearance by William and Temperance Bretton and other notable personalities. Food available for purchase from Kevin’s Korner Café and a Dessert Table. We look forward to seeing you there. For more information, contact Sarah Matisick, 301-247-7416. Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Quarter Auction Benefit Knights of Columbus Hall (16441 Three Notch Rd., Ridge)- noon to 3 p.m. Paddles are $3 each or two for $5. Proceeds support the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary. Bring your quarters and bring your friends for a chance to win from over 150 prizes from our event sponsors. For info or reservations, call 410-474-2958.

Monday, May 23 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. Zumba FREE to First Responders Dunkirk Fire House (3170 W Ward Rd., Dunkirk)- 7 to 8 p.m. Free for all current/active first responders! This class is Zumba Gold Toning - a dance/fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. This class will be held on the ground floor through the rear parking lot. Drop in fee is only $5, with greater discounts on multiclass passes. For more info, email Zumbabonnie@comcast.net. Safe Boating Class County Services Plaza (150 Main St., Prince Frederick)- 6 to 10 p.m. There are three four-hour sessions. Preregistration is requested but walk-ins are welcome space permitting. For more information and to preregister, contact R.T. West at 410-535-2035. For those born after July 1, 1972 this course satisfies the requirement for operating a vessel on Md. waters. A

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Friends and Family SMART Recovery Beacon of Hope Recovery & Wellness Community Center (21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park)- 5 to 6:30 p.m. A support group offering a science based approach to helping family and friends who are affected by the substance abuse, alcohol abuse, drug abuse or other addictions of a loved one. Meetings are free and open to the public. Call 301-751-7258, 240-8081875 or e-mail beacon@waldensierra.org for more information. Southern Maryland Rock & Mineral Club Clearwater Nature Center (11000 Thrift Rd., Clinton)- 7 to 9:30 p.m. A series of informative speakers is scheduled, along with special field trips. All are welcome to join in this fascinating hobby! Membership runs Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. For more information, please email club liaison Gary Lohman at Lohmang@verizon. net.

Wednesday, May 25 Senior Health Fitness Day College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown, La Plata, and Prince Frederick Campuses- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Improve Your Health for a Better Self” is the theme for this year’s National Senior Health and Fitness Day at the College of Southern Maryland. Sample exercise classes to improve strength, balance and range of motion, tour wellness and fitness facilities, talk to health and fitness experts, and take advantage of a variety of free health screenings. Learn about good nutrition and overall wellness. Refreshments. For information, call 443-550-6000 ext. 6168. Line Dance Lessons Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Rd., Hughesville)- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free line dance lessons taught by the Southern Maryland Boot Scooters. Beginner lessons are from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Intermediate lessons are from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 26 Friends and Family SMART Recovery Beacon of Hope Recovery & Wellness Community Center (21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park)- 5 to 6:30 p.m. A support group offering a science based approach to helping family and friends who are affected by the substance abuse, alcohol abuse, drug abuse or other addictions of a loved one. Meetings are free and open to the public. Call 301-751-7258, 240-8081875 or e-mail beacon@waldensierra.org for more information. Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776.

games, crafts, pony rides, moon bounces, and other fun events to raise awareness about Down syndrome. Individuals with Down syndrome are free! Please check www. karsynskarnival.com for more information.

Dominion Cove Point LNG Donates to Patuxent Habitat for Humanity to support local community!

Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m. The St. Charles Companies announces Anthony “Swampdog” Clark will perform free.

Jamarican Heritage Festival St. Mary’s County Fairground (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown)- noon to 8 p.m. 016 is the first year for the Jamarican Heritage Festival! It is planned as an annual celebration to bring together Jamaican and American Culture. The PJMA members are musicians who share their musical talent to better the community welfare. The PJMA member base extends across the US and Jamaica.

St. Mary’s County & Calvert County MD Patuxent Habitat for Humanity would like to thank Dominion Cove Point LNG for their generous donation of $10,000.00 to support our mission at Patuxent Habitat for Humanity of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We are extremely grateful for the donation from Dominion which will help make our work possible. Together our efforts set the foundation for success, by helping local families and veterans to build strength, stability and independence. Every donation helps a family help themselves, and makes a difference. If you or your business is interested in giving a hand up to deserving families please consider making a donation to Patuxent Habitat for Humanity.

Gutbuster Cheese Steaks VFW 2632 (23282 Three Notch Rd., California)- 5:30 to 8 p.m. Stop by and enjoy one of our delicious Gutbuster Philly-style Cheese Steaks. All Cheese Steaks served on a hoagie roll with your choice of cheese and grilled veggies, and served with American Fries for only $8. Choose from chicken or steak. Eat here or take one to go.

Friday, May 27 Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Picnic at Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., E Rt. 260)- 5:30 to 7 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary for the benefit of the Southern Maryland District Children & Youth Project. -The price of $12 includes burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, and watermelon. Public welcome. Questions may be directed to 301-855-6466. Upper Room, Connection Café Church of the Nazarene (Sotterley Rd., Hollywood)- 6:30 p.m. Non-alcoholic event free to the public (ages 17 and up). Free munchies, tea, coffee, sodas. Pool table, Ping/Pong, WIFI, open mic. Bring your instrument join in or play your own selections. For more information, contact Terri at 301-884-8082.

Saturday, May 28 Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival Chesapeake Beach Veterans’ Memorial Park- 10 to 11 a.m. Opening Ceremony to the 5th Annual Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival, Honoring Our Fallen Heroes. The 2016 focus is on the American Civil War. Come listen to guest speakers, Civil War Buff, Author and President of the College of Southern Maryland, Dr. Bradley Gottfried as well as Civil War Buff, State Senator Mike Miller. Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Karsyn’s Karnival Cove Point Park (750 Cove Point Rd., Lusby)- 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We invite the entire Maryland community to join us for Karsyn’s Karnival for food,

Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sail on the Dee of St. Mary’s leaving from the museum dock. Fee is $25 for ages 12 and up, $15 for children 8 to 12. No children under 8 please. Preregistration required, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to register.

Sunday, May 29 Colonial Era Mansion Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rose Hill Rd., Port Tobacco)- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Thomas Stone National Historic Site and learn about the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of the Independence for Maryland. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival Kellams Field (Chesapeake Beach)- 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All American Family Fun Day. Bring the whole family to participate in activities and games, chat with non-profit organizations, hear stories from award winning author and newspaper reporter, Mr. Bruce E. Mowday, listen to Civil War Era music by Kaydence and learn to dance with the Shenandoah Valley Civil War Era Dancers. You’ll be entertained by the Twin Beach Players Youth Troup in their performance of the 3rd Act of “Our American Cousin” by Tom Taylor as adapted by Matthew Konerth and followed by Historian and Author, Mr. Michael W. Koffman. Dr. Duke Thompson, as Abe Lincoln, will be on hand to tell Abe’s story through music. 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 sings to raise money for Calvert County charities, is looking to add new members. No auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director at 301-855-7477 or email lbrown9601@verizon.net for more information.

About Dominion Dominion is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy, with a portfolio of approximately 25,700 megawatts of generation, 12,200 miles of natural gas transmission, gathering and storage pipeline, and 6,500 miles of electric transmission lines. Dominion operates one of the nation’s largest natural gas storage systems with 933 billion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves more than 5 million utility and retail energy customers in 14 states. For more information about Dominion, visit the company’s website at www.dom.com/.

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About Patuxent Habitat for Humanity Patuxent Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International and works to create decent, affordable housing in partnership with those in need in St. Mary’s and Calvert counties. We are building strength, stability and independence by building on a foundation that strengthens our community. Patuxent Habitat for Humanity is located at 21600 Great Mills Road Unit 18A, Lexington Park, MD 20653 About Patuxent Habitat ReStore Our ReStore sells reusable and surplus building materials to the public, focusing on home improvement goods such as furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances. The ReStore accepts donated goods which are sold to the general public at a fraction of the retail price. Proceeds from ReStore revenue create funding for the construction of homes in Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties. Patuxent Habitat for Humanity ReStore resale outlet provides an environmentally and socially responsible way to keep good, reusable materials out of the waste stream while providing funding for Habitat’s community improvement work. Donated goods are accepted Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM–4:30 PM or you can call to schedule a pick-up. Donations to the ReStore are tax-deductible. For more information about donating money to the affiliate or to donate items to the ReStore please visit our website www. patuxenthabitat.org. If you would like to volunteer please contact Laurie Walker at info@patuxenthabitat.org or call 301-863-6227.

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Thursday, May 19 “Wicked Weekend” Trio Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 7 to 11 p.m. HydraFX The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)8 p.m.

Friday, May 20 Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Grinhaus Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) Nightcap The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)7:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 21 Billy Breslin Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 8 p.m. to Midnight Shades of Gray   Morris Point Restaurant (38869 Morris Point Rd. Abell)- 5 to 9 p.m.

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Team Trivia The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 24 Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 6 to 9 p.m. Team Feud The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 25 Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 7 to 9 p.m. Open Mic Night The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)7:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 26 Steve Nelson Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 6 to 10 p.m. Josh Airhart The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)7:30 p.m.

Pizza and Pint Night The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)4 p.m.

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“Uh Oh, My Grandma is Showing” Another one of those songs has come along that stays in my brain...and also in my husband’s brain. It’s called “Cake by the ocean”. You might have heard the whole song, or only the chorus - like I have on an upcoming awards show’s commercial. The catchy chorus line is “I keep on hoping we’ll eat cake by the ocean”. Silly me, to think it was just a happy, cute song. Well, I guess it is if you are on spring break from college. I saw the end of the video when my husband had a music video channel on. The video is the typical one with lots of girls in bikinis on a beach, except that at the end there is a huge 10 foot high slice of cake that, of course, gets pulled apart and thrown for a cake fight. That all seems to be the norm. What bothered me is how many times the “F” word was in the song. The group, DNCE, also has a clean version for the radio. Must be the Grandma in me now, but I worry about all the young kids liking the catchy song and the “F” word becoming normal for them, especially since the lead singer is Joe Jonas of the former teen favorite group The Jonas Brothers. I suppose that Joe Jonas, like Miley Cyrus before him, wanted to not only change his image from teenybopper heartthrob to mature adult, he wanted to shatter his wholesome image in millions of pieces. I am not saying I don’t cuss or am shocked when I hear it, it’s that it is becoming a part of everyday public speech everywhere, like in restaurants or stores. I am sure I have ranted about this before. My next little vent is about change. Gosh, it looks so weird coming out on St. Andrew’s Church Road from FDR Blvd. I had to go to Staples one day and when I came out the back way and got ready

to make my right turn onto St. Andrew’s Church Road I all of a sudden got so confused, and didn’t know where I was. I really did wonder where I was at and which way should I turn. It made me wonder if younger people take all this in stride. They are so used to scenes changing so fast in front of them on their smartphones and laptops. Not that I am old, I’ll be 55 in a few weeks, or as a bingo caller of long ago liked to call it, “Little ol’ Onkey Donkey G55”, but I like my routines and seeing what I expect to be there. The longer you see something in a certain place, does it make it longer to process when it is gone? I imagine I will be just as nosy as I normally am when new stores or any other businesses go in that spot. I have to wander in every shop I can and memorize what they have. I think I got that trait from my oldest brother, since both my parents hated to shop or browse. And I really know my “grandma is showing” when I am around my grandkids. All the worries I had when my sons were small has come back to me tenfold for my grandkids. Isn’t that the way? The love for them and concerns for their futures wake me in the night and worry me during the day. I worry about everything from Zika Virus to storm drains. I suppose it isn’t much different than it was with my sons. I think it is the knowledge that my time may be shorter with all the grandkids. All the more reason to enjoy them as much as possible and be in awe of all their varied and amazing personalities. To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send me your comments or ideas: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Wanderings of an aimless mind

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Bleachers By Ronald N. Guy Jr.

There is no precedent for the start of Laremy Tunsil’s professional football career. Tunsil, the 6’5”, 310-lb offensive tackle from the University of Mississippi was a consensus top-five selection entering this spring’s NFL Draft. Even after the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles made trades to secure the two top overall picks – and quarterbacks Jared Goff and Carson Wentz, respectively – Tunsil’s wait to hear his name called and realize his NFL dream would be brief. But before Tunsil had a chance to don an NFL team cap and hug Commissioner Roger Goodell, his life was sabotaged. As the draft began, Tunsil’s hacked twitter account promulgated a video depicting a young man resembling Tunsil smoking marijuana while wearing a smokefilled gas mask. It looked like Cheech and Chong movie clip. Unfortunately, it

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wasn’t the work of famous stoners; it was Tunsil, the blue chip prospect, goofing off amidst a weed-cloud. Terrible look. Horrible timing. With no context to the imagery and no time for research, the reaction by NFL executives was predictable and understandable: Tunsil plummeted to the Miami Dolphins at the thirteenth overall pick. Frankly, only his prodigious talent prevented a greater fall. Still, Tunsil’s tumble down the draft board cost him millions and was indicative of ultra-brandconscious NFL front offices that would rather secure a low-drama/high character contributor than gamble on a potential All-Pro who once toked on a joint while wearing a gas mask. Was it fair? Well, fair doesn’t matter in the high-stakes game of the NFL Draft. It is a weekend where the course of franchises, the careers of executives and coaches and millions of dollars are on the line. The NFL Draft builds or ruins reputations – period. That said, put yourself in the position of NFL wonks: Would you hire a guy who you just saw smoking pot? The answer is probably not. Maybe “h-ll no.” At pick 13, Miami could justify tak-

ing Tunsil because of the value. But make no mistake about it, they invited a circus to South Florida for training camp this summer. Take a seat. Enjoy the show. And then there’s the kid, Laremy Tunsil. Not the athlete clad in a helmet and shoulder pads. Not the massive human capable of physical domination on the gridiron. Laremy Tunsil, the person. Laremy Tunsil, the 21-year-old from Lake City, Florida. He made a bad decision in his past to smoke marijuana. He compounded the mistake by letting someone record it. For that, what should have been the best night of his life was ruined and his professional reputation was eviscerated. And for what? For using a drug that is increasingly legal at the state level? A drug that many former NFL players are advocating for pain management? A drug that several current NFL players – including Le’Veon Bell, Trent Williams and Super Bowl MVP Von Miller - have used in the past and still scored huge contracts? Is it fair, then, that Tunsil became the draft’s tragic hero? Absolutely not. Tunsil wasn’t hitting a woman, driving drunk or brandishing a gun in the video. He was sitting on a coach smoking

pot. Poor decision? Without a doubt. But whom among us hasn’t made a comparably dubious choice? Not many, if we’re being honest. Even our last three presidents did a little marijuana (Obama, Clinton) or drank too much at times (Bush). That doesn’t excuse Tunsil, but it does make the penance he’s paying seem egregious. Three merciful weeks have passed since Tunsil’s public humiliation. He’s done well to own his mistake and has begun to move forward with his career. I hope he succeeds; regardless, he’ll likely never outrun the draft night controversy. Maybe that’s his cross to bear for all of us sinners (as The Big Lebowski’s narrator might say). In a world filled with smartphones and social media accounts, Tunsilgate shouldn’t be forgotten - not by those job shopping, not by kids navigating adolescence, not by anyone who values their reputation. Technology has created an unforgiving environment where revenge or just innocent indiscretion can cause anyone’s mistakes to be broadcast for a lifetime. The unfortunate proof is Laremy Tunsil. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@ gmail.com

St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Walk a Million Miles-Take the Challenge!! Are you a regular walker, or want to be one? The Department of Aging & Human Services has just the program for you. The Department is taking part in an initiative of Governor Larry Hogan called Walk a Million Miles. Join us as we walk regularly, its great exercise! Keep track of the time you spend walking or mileage on a monthly basis. Turn in your log sheet at the end of the month at a senior activity center near you and be entered into monthly drawings (to be held on the 5th of the following month). Receive a free pedometer (to the first 200 who register) when you register. And then get walking, it’s that simple!! You can walk wherever, whenever you want. You’ll feel great and you’ll contribute to the challenge of Maryland walking a million miles between now and October. And, you’ll have a chance to win fabulous prizes if you are 50 years of age or older. Prizes include movie tickets, a Department of Aging & Human Services Fitness Card ($30 value), $50 gift certificate for The Front Porch, $60 gift certificate from the Good Earth health food store and $75 gift certificate from Dick’s Sporting Goods. Register at your local senior activity center and let’s show what St. Mary’s County seniors can do!! Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1063 for more information.

Skin Cancer Information & Screenings Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types in the United States. Every year more than one million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer. Dr. George Verghese, local dermatologist and skin cancer expert, will provide an interactive discussion on the prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancers at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Monday, May 23 at 1 p.m. Basic skin cancer screenings will be provided immediately following the presentation. Advance sign up is required. Call 301475-4200, ext. *1050. AARP Smart Driving Course AARP Smart Driving Course will be held at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, May 31 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This course includes proven safety strategies that older drivers can use to compensate for changes as they age and allow them to drive more safely and confidently for as long as possible. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members with cash or check made payable to AARP. Payment is required to sign up for the class. Class is 4 hours with a break for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is a donation from seniors 60 and older; $6 for others made the day of the class. To sign up and pay for

this class in advance and to sign up for lunch, please visit the front desk or call 301-475-4002, ext. *3101. YES Cycling on the Trail On Wednesday, May 25 at 10 a.m. the Northern Senior Activity Center will have a cycling event on the Three Notch Trail brought to you by the YES Cycling Program. Bring your own bike or trike and helmet for a causal, relaxed-pace ride stopping along the way to read the trail interpretive signs. The trip will be led by Dan Donahue, experienced cyclist and bicycle trip leader. The Northern Senior Activity Center has two bicycles and one trike available to borrow for the trip. To sign up for the trip or to reserve one of the three cycles, call 301475-4002, ext. *3101. Massage Therapist Needed The Garvey Senior Activity Center is looking for a licensed massage therapist to offer massage therapy services. To learn more, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1072. Art Classes at Loffler in June Art with Jamie at the Loffler Senior Activity Center will have only 3 classes in June. The subject will be Learning the Face. Classes will take place on June 7, 14, and 21. Cost of $85 includes enough paint and supplies to get you started. These classes are appropriate for begin-

ners as well as intermediate levels. Payment can be made to the instructor on the first day of class. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, to register or to learn more. Tinnitus Presentation at Loffler Make the Noises Stop is the subject of a presentation at the Loffler Senior Activity Center by Hearing Professionals and will take place on Thursday, June 9 at 10 a.m. Discussion will be on the likely causes of tinnitus (ringing buzzing, humming, etc. in the ear), possible triggers and ways to cope. Sign up at the Loffler Reception desk or by calling 301737-5670, ext. 1658. Father’s Day Breakfast Attention Dads age 50+, sign up for the annual Loffler Senior Activity Center Father’s Day Breakfast, which takes place Friday, June 17 at 9:30 a.m. This dads-only event features a free staffprepared breakfast and a little token of appreciation for your years of dedicated fatherhood. Seating is limited so call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or sign up at the Loffler reception desk by Friday, June 10. Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services

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.

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Thomas J. Shryock Lodge #223

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SHOP Interested in learning more about one of the world’s Oldest Fraternities, the Freemasons. Come on out to the Thomas J. Shryock Lodge #223 Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Open House on Saturday, 21 May, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and bring the family. We are located at 24410 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood, MD. Members will be there to answer any questions you may have about our Fraternity and its different collateral bodies, and please take advantage of our free Child Identification program event. This program provides parents with a free disc containing a recent photo, finger prints, voice sound track of their child, as well as a DNA sample which they can provide to Police Officers in the event their child is missing.

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CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY METHODIST CHURCH Hollywood United Methodist Church

24422 Mervell Dean Rd • Hollywood, MD 20636

301-373-2500

Rev. Sheldon Reese, Pastor Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. All of our services are traditional. Child care is provided. Sunday Evening Youth Group Christian Preschool and Kindergarten available

CATHOLIC CHURCH St. Cecilia Church

47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429 St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 301-862-4600 Vigil Mass: 4:30 pm Saturday Sunday: 8:00 am Weekday (M-F): 7:30 am Confessions: 3-4 pm Saturday www.stceciliaparish.com

St. GeorGe roman CatholiC ChurCh St. George Church: Saturday, 5:00 p.m. • Sunday, 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. St. Francis Xavier Chapel: Saturday, 7:00 p.m. (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Weekday Mass Schedule: Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 1st Sat: 9:00 a.m. Confessions: Saturdays: 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. or by appointment

19199 St. George Church Road • Valley Lee, MD 20692 301-994-0607 • www.saintgeorgeromancatholicchurch.org

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Victory Baptist Church

Grace Chapel Ministry

301-884-8503

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ProClaiming thE ChangElEss word in a Changing world.

Member of the Grace Fellowship Brethren Churches

Sunday Worship • 8 A.M. Sunday School • 9:15 A.M. Blended Worship • 10:30 A.M. Tuesday Bible Study • 7 P.M. Tuesday Youth Group • 7 P.M. American Heritage Girls 1st & 3rd Thursday • 7 P.M.

Senior Pastor - Dr. Carl Snyder Assoc. Pastor - David Roberts Youth Pastor - Luke Roberts

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HUGHESVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH

Jesus saves

A member of the Southern Baptist Convention 8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637 301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627 Senior Pastor Dr. J. Derek Yelton Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins

• Sunday School (all ages) • Sunday Morning Worship • Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study • Wednesday Discipleship Classes (Adults, youth & Children)

9:15 am 10:30 am 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

21800 N. Shangri-La, Dr. #8 PO Box 1260 Lexington Park, MD 20653 301-866-5772 Pastor James L. Bell, Sr.

Church Schedule

Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Friday Men Perfecting Men 7 p.m

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

We invite you to experience the change… the transformation with us. Just bring your heart and God will supply the rest. Come grow with us in a place, “Where the Word Reaches the Heart!” Everyone is Welcome! Leadership: Pastor Joseph and First Lady Marilyn Young Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AM Sunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM Address: 29050 New Market Village Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Website: www.bibletemplechurch.org Phone number: 301-374-9110

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