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Wounded Vet To Move Into Smart Home

“It’s been an honor to serve the citizens of Calvert and St. Mary’s counties and I’ll continue to serve them, just in a new venue.”

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Del. Anthony O’Donnell on his acceptance of an appointment to the Public Service Commission

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Calvert Cliffs No. 1 2016 Hurricane Season Reactor Shuts Down Has Arrived By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Leonardtown, MD – Today marks the start of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane season. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services and Technology has teamed up with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) to promote citizen awareness and preparedness. The season lasts until November. Most hurricane-like weather is seen mid-August and late October. St. Mary’s County is most at risk for strong winds, heavy rain, inland flooding, and other severe weather. In addition, residents can take the following actions now in order to prepare for hurricane season: • Clear out rain gutters so water doesn’t back up and end up in your house.  • Around the dinner table, talk to your family about where you would meet in the event of an emergency.  • If you have pets, identify some petfriendly hotels in case you have to evacuate.  • Program “In Case of Emergency” contacts into your phone.  •T each friends and family members to

text on their cell-phones, text messages can often get through when phone calls can’t.  • Make copies of important documents for your emergency kit. (medications, medical information, proof of address, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies, etc.) Consider putting them on a secure flash drive, as well.  • Get an extra set of house and car keys made for your emergency kit. • Download the free MARYLAND Prepares mobile app, which includes weather and emergency alerts at mema.maryland.gov/Pages/mdprepares.aspx.  • Teach everyone how to turn off the utilities in your house (electricity, gas, water, etc.) so they can do it in case of an evacuation. • Pick up canned goods when your store has a sale, they will last a long time and ensure you will have something to eat if you can’t go out to the store. More information can be found on the web at prepare.stmarysmd.com and mema. maryland.gov.

A faulty electronic device that took an inaccurate reading for the No. 1 nuclear reactor at Calvert Cliffs in Lusby caused it to shutdown Tuesday evening, according to officials with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). According to NRC spokesman Neil Sheehan the fault started in the plant’s reactor protection system when it read a high water level in one of the plant’s steam generators. The high water level did not exist but the sensor mistakenly reported it; this caused the reactor to automatically shutdown as it was designed to do. “All plant safety systems responded as designed during the shutdown and there were no complications,” Sheehan said in a prepared statement. “NRC Resident Inspectors assigned to Calvert Cliffs on a full-time basis responded to the event and monitored control room operators’ actions in response to the shutdown. No immediate issues were identified. The resident inspectors will continue to monitor any repairs, the company’s restart decision-making and activities related to a restart of the reactor.”

Sheehan said that there are no plans currently for increased oversight of the power plant, which has been operating since the 1970’s, since they continue to stay under the threshold of having three unplanned shutdowns per every 7,000 hours of operation. For the end of the first quarter of this year, Sheehan said, the plant had just 1.7 unplanned shutdowns. “This would not put them over the three shutdown limit, but another unplanned shutdown could,” Sheehan told The County Times. “They are under the normal level of NRC oversight at the moment.” The last unplanned shutdown for Calvert Cliffs occurred back in January when Winter Storm Jonas was likely the cause of a main power cable for a power transformer came loose. Plant workers also found condenser tube leakage that could also have caused further damage to the plant immediately after the winter storm, the NRC reported then. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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The wife of former St. Mary’s County Schools Superintendent Michael Martirano has died according to a post on social media from her husband. Martirano left the leadership post of public schools here in 2014 to take over all public schools in West Virginia.

“My beautiful wife Silvana P. Martirano. 8/18/61 – 5/30/16. I loved her so much. Please pray for my family,” was posted by Martirano to the Twitter website Tuesday night. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Swing Dancing, Swing Band and Scavenger Hunt at Leonardtown’s June First Friday

Calling all swing dancers - the Chesapeake Swing Band will be performing June 3 at Leonardtown First Friday celebration. Grab a partner and come on down. There’ll be dancing in the streets and special events throughout the town. There’s also a fun, family friendly Scavenger Hunt that evening for kids of all ages. Check in at The Yellow Door Art Studio to receive your list of participating businesses. Find Crabby at various sites around town and take a selfie with each one. When you’ve gotten selfies at 6 different sites , check into the Yellow Door and be entered into a drawing for two half-

day kayak or paddle board rentals from Dave at Patuxent Adventure Center! First Friday is a celebration of art, music, performance and fine craft in historic Leonardtown’s Arts & Entertainment District and beyond. Galleries and businesses in town are open late with new shows and special events for visitors. You are invited to a fun evening of live entertainment, demos, receptions, hands-on activities, and seasonal promotions. For more information contact Maria Fleming at maria.fleming2@verizon.net or Ellen Lewis at Firstfriday@thelba.org

St. Mary’s Welcomes Dr. Travis Parno Historic St. Mary’s City is pleased to announce that Dr. Travis Parno has joining the museum staff as chief archaeologist directing excavations within the National Historic Landmark. Dr. Parno received his Ph.D. from Boston University where his doctoral research focused on the Fairbanks House (c.1641) in Dedham, Massachusetts. Parno studied both the rich occupational history of the house, which is regularly touted as the oldest timber-framed house

in North America, and the building’s function as a heritage museum. He received his BA from the College of William and Mary and his masters from Bristol College. He has considerable field experience in New England, the Mid-Atlantic, and Bermuda. As part of his responsibilities, he will be directing the annual field school in historical archaeology cosponsored by St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

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East Run Health Center in Lexington Park Under Construction

MedStar Partners with Walden and Greater Baden to Fill Health Care Gap One of the tall steel construction beams that will support a new three story medical arts building in Lexington Park was put into place during ongoing construction May 10. MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital’s (MSMH) partnership with Greater Baden Medical Services, Inc. and Walden Behavioral Health to bring the new East Run Health Center to Great Mills Road will provide residents with additional options for medical care at a single location. “This community health center aligns with MedStar St. Mary’s priority to continue to provide integrated care for our communities,” said Stephen Michaels, MD, MSMH chief operating officer and chief medical officer. “It addresses a vital need for health services in the southern part of St. Mary’s County, while providing residents with convenient one-stop access to those services.” Community studies focused on local healthcare needs have identified Lexington Park as an underserved area. Through this project, MedStar St. Mary’s and partnering organizations are working together to help meet those needs. “Our partnership has evolved from Walden’s collaboration with MedStar St. Mary’s, supporting the Health Connections van at our Hope Place location and providing behavioral health screening services,”

stated Dr. Kathleen O’Brien, chief executive officer, Walden Behavioral Health. “As the behavioral health partner in this project, we look forward to working with MedStar St. Mary’s and Greater Baden to bring comprehensive integrated healthcare to St. Mary’s County.” “Greater Baden joins our partners in enthusiastically awaiting the completion of this state-of-the-art facility,” said Colenthia Malloy, chief executive officer of Greater Baden Medical Services, Inc. “Having an access point at this location will afford us the opportunity to provide the highest quality of care for our insured and uninsured neighbors in Lexington Park and surrounding communities.” Scheduled to open in the spring of 2017, the innovative community health center is being developed by The Cherry Cove Group near the corner of Chancellors Run and Great Mills Roads and includes a floor plan designed to foster integrated team treatment planning and discussion. “We see this not only as a great opportunity for our region, but it will be transformational for the Great Mills corridor and its residents,” said Brian K. Norris, president and chief executive officer of The Cherry Cove Group. “East Run Health Center will bring excellent health care closer to where many people work, live and commute.”

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Free Cancer Survivors Picnic Sunday, June 5

Please join us at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital’s 29th National Cancer Survivors Day Picnic on Sunday, June 5 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on the hospital grounds. Free and open to all cancer survivors and their families, this year’s picnic will be filled with joy, camaraderie, hope, and love as we honor cancer survivors, their family and friends. Laura Bruce, Cancer Survivor will speak on yoga and nutrition for patients with cancer. Delicious down home Southern Maryland cooking will be available for all. For more information, call 301-475-6070.

Event Celebrates Cancer Survivors, Family Members, Caregivers Leonardtown, Maryland (May 27, 2016) – MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital will hold a picnic in conjunction with National Cancer Survivors Day® beginning at 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, on the hospital’s front lawn. MedStar St. Mary’s joins thousands of communities across the globe holding celebrations to honor cancer survivors and to show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be fruitful, rewarding and even inspiring. Hosted by MedStar St. Mary’s Cancer Care & Infusion Services (CCIS), the lunch will feature a home-style Southern-cooked meal, entertainment and inspirational speakers. “Our annual picnic celebrates survivors and families and helps show the community that there is life after cancer and it can be fulfilling and rewarding,” said Joan Popielski, RN, BSN, CRNI, CCIS director. Anyone living with a history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life – is a cancer survivor, according to the National Cancer Survivors Day® Foundation. In the United States alone, there are more than 14.5 million people living with a history of cancer. Major advances in cancer prevention, early detection and treatment have resulted in longer survival, and therefore, a growing number of cancer survivors. However, a cancer diagnosis can leave a host of problems in its wake. Physical, financial, and emotional hardships often persist for years after diagnosis and treatment. Survivors may face many challenges, such as limited access to cancer

specialists and promising new treatments, inadequate health insurance, financial hardships, difficulty finding employment, psychosocial struggles, and a lack of understanding from family and friends. In light of these difficulties, our community needs to focus on improving the quality of life for cancer survivors. “This event is an opportunity to celebrate not just the survivors and those living with cancer, but also their families, friends and caregivers,” said Popielski. “We honor them for their courage and support them in their efforts to return to a happy and fulfilling life.” Visit MedStarStMarys.org for more information about this free event or call CCIS at 301-475-6070. About MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital (MSMH) is a full-service community hospital, delivering state-of-the-art emergency, acute inpatient and outpatient care in Leonardtown, Maryland. Nestled in a waterside community, MedStar St. Mary’s provides advanced technology with a dedication to excellence in all services provided. The not-for-profit hospital has been named among the nation’s Top 100 Hospitals™ and is an eight time recipient of the prestigious Delmarva Medicare Excellence Award. In addition, MSMH received the Maryland Performance Excellence award at the Platinum level in 2014 – the highest in the state. Our staff is committed to providing quality and compassionate medical care for all patients by coupling innovation with our outstanding team of Medical Staff members, associates and volunteers. Visit MedStarStMarys.org to learn more.

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NEW EXHIBIT OPENS IN THE MEZZANINE GALLERY

Vanished Steamboats on display now through December Steamboats were once a familiar site on the Chesapeake Bay and provided rural tidewater areas a lifeline to Baltimore, Norfolk, and Washington, D.C. Vanished Steamboats: The Maritime Art of C. Leslie Oursler, beautifully captures the spirit of a bygone age through several art mediums. The exhibit is on display in the museum’s Mezzanine Gallery now through the end of December. Vanished Steamboats offers a thoughtful perspective of Oursler’s lifework – not only in paintings, but also in sketches, drawings, ship’s models, and ceramics. As a backdrop for the artworks, museum muralist Tim Scheirer created a 36’ image of one of Oursler’s drawings. The exhibit includes a graphic explanation of how he took a 36” drawing and created a 36’ mural, illustrating each step in the process. Clarence Leslie Oursler (1913-1987), a self-taught Maryland artist had a passion for painting ships, seascapes, and waterside scenes of the Chesapeake Bay region. Oursler painted over 180 marine works during his career and the Calvert Marine Museum is fortunate to curate the largest collection of his works dating from 1967 to 1986. The exhibit explores the changes in the artist’s painting techniques from his realistic portrayals at the height of his career to a more impressionistic approach to painting in his later years. For generations, steamboats affected the way people traveled, earned a living, and socialized around the bay. Vanished Steamboats depicts the beauty of these vanished icons with selected works from the museum’s collection, along with items loaned for the exhibit by steamboat historian and guest curator, Jack Shaum. Jack Shaum, a Baltimore native and veteran reporter who worked in print and broadcast journalism, met Oursler in the 1960’s through their shared interest in steamboats. They became good friends and Shaum began collecting the artist’s works. His love for steamboats and his journalism

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SAM GROW TO PERFORM AT THE CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM Southern Maryland’s own, Sam Grow, is back in town and has been added as an opener to the Chris Young concert on June 4! Sam will open up for the chart topping Chris Young and emerging country star, William Michael Morgan, at the Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion. Tickets are $39 for reserved seats and $49 for premium seats (additional fees apply) and are available now at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. By the age of 16, Sam was playing music anywhere and everywhere he could; and in 10 years’ time, Sam single-handedly built a core-following, playing 250 dates a year all over the US. His first two independent

releases have sold over 30,000 copies and his most recent record charted in the Top 20 on iTunes. Proceeds from the Waterside Music Series support the education and preservation efforts of the Calvert Marine Museum. This series of events would not be possible without the generous support of many local businesses. Sponsors include: Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge, PNC Bank, All American Harley-Davidson, Bozick Distributors, Inc., Tidewater Dental, Directmail.com, Holiday Inn Solomons, Quality Built Homes, 98.3 Star FM, Bay Weekly, Quick Connections, Southern Maryland Newspapers, Isaac’s Restaurant, Papa John’s Pizza, O’Brien Realty, American Eagle Electric, Sherry Carter, United Rentals, Kelly Generator & Equipment, Comcast and Metrocast. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. with food and drinks available on the grounds. Sam Grow will perform at 6:45 p.m. Chairs and coolers are not permitted. For additional information or to purchase tickets, please visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. To reach a staff member, please call 410-326-2042, ext. 16, 17 or 18.

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Thursday, June 2 2016

CSM Sets Tuition for Fall 2016

Budget Supports New CTET Building, Mediation & Adult Education The College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees set tuition at its May 19 board meeting for the upcoming academic year, with a 2.5 percent increase for Southern Maryland students, effective fall 2016. Tuition for residents of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties will increase by $3 per credit to $123 per credit. Tuition for Maryland residents outside of the tricounty region will increase by $6 per credit to $213 per credit and for out-of-state residents by $7 per credit to $275 per credit. The comprehensive fee remains at 23 percent of tuition. CSM’s operating budget is supported by funding from the state, the three counties of Southern Maryland, and tuition and fees. The Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) budget of $63,510,161 is based on approved funding by the state and Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Of the total revenues, tuition and fees constitute nearly 48 percent, county appropriations 29 percent and state funding nearly 22 percent with 1 percent from other sources.

“Our budget is based on conservative revenue estimates, and we are particularly grateful for the increased support we expect from the state this year and the continued commitments by the boards of county commissioners in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Due to these commitments, the college has been able to keep tuition increases reasonable in order to continue to provide a quality education,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried. Gottfried noted that “within our community, CSM is the first choice for Southern Maryland’s college-bound students and with our growing number of transfer articulations and guaranteed admissions, our graduates are able to move through their first two years of college near home and at a substantial savings over state colleges and universities. More importantly, beyond cost and convenience, CSM offers an education that includes rigorous scholars and honors programs, study abroad opportunities, and collegiate societies, clubs and athletics.”

In presenting the recommended budget to the Board of Trustees, CSM Vice President of Financial and Administrative Services Tony Jernigan, CPA, advised the college’s FY17 operating budget reflects conservative estimated revenues with a 0.7 percent increase in county support and a 6.6 percent increase in state aid from FY16. Overall, the FY17 budget is nearly equal to FY16’s with less than a 1 percent increase while including funds to begin operations at the new Regional Hughesville Campus upon the anticipated completion midway through the year of the Center for Trades and Energy Training. The budget includes an adult education coordinator to support the Prince Frederick and Leonardtown campuses, the fifth-grade water safety program at Leonardtown Campus and 10 additional hours for the Community Mediation coordinator in Charles County. CSM’s tuition and fees may be paid over a four-month period through CSM’s Tuition Payment Plan which is available to students enrolled with six or more cred-

its. Since the plan is not a loan program, there is no debt, no credit search and no interest or finance charge assessed on the unpaid balance. The cost is a $50 per semester non-refundable enrollment fee. For information on the payment plan, contact the Bursar’s Office at 301-934-7712 or visit http://www.csmd.edu/Bursar/Tuition/paymentplan.htm. The college also offers an online program that helps students to easily identify and apply for potential scholarships. The CSM Scholarship Finder is a quick, easy and free service that helps Southern Maryland students match their backgrounds and financial needs to dozens of local scholarships in a wide variety of academic programs. Most scholarships have a May 31 deadline, and applications are accepted online at http://www.csmd.edu/costs-aid/ credit-costs-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/ scholarships/scholarship-finder/. For information on scholarships and financial aid assistance at CSM, call 301-934-7531 or 301870-2309, 240-725-5499 or 443-550-6199.

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Thursday, June 2, 2016

Feature Story

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Kyle Boothe

St. Mary’s Ryken High School

Congratulations to our amazing graduate,

Lauren Mosley!!

Evan Wesley Alvey

Buddy I have to tell you that it has been an honor to be a part of your life. I thank you for allowing me to be a part of it! I am very proud of you and wish you the best for every future endeavor you decide to take on. Remember I will be right there to help you with anything you need. I love you buddy!! Elliott

We’re so proud of you! We know you will do great things in the future! Congratulations! Love, Dad, Mom, Robbie & Ally

Gillian Andrade

May all your goals be exceeded and all of your dreams come true. Our love to you from your family and friends near and far, xo

Jason Pulliam

Evan Wesley Alvey It has been awesome having you around these past few months. You are a very cool young lady and you bring smiles to all of us in our house! We hope you the best for all of your future endeavors and look forward to being a part of your life! Best wishes! Brandy & Elliott

Sydney Spencer,

From the minute you were born you have been what I dedicated my life to. You have made me so proud every minute of every day of your life! You have grown into an amazing young man and I couldn’t be any happier for the future that lies ahead of you! I love you so much son! Mom & Elliott

A chapter in your educational book of life has ended. Another one starts as you venture on to achieve your dreams. We are so proud of you for all that you have accomplished! We cannot wait to see what your future holds while you fulfill your dreams! Congratulations, Spencer! We love you. “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door”. - Milton Berle Love, Katie and Jay

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O’Donnell Gets Appointment to Public Service Commission By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Del. Anthony J. O’Donnell, perhaps the longest serving Republican in the Maryland House of Delegates has received an appointment to serve on the state’s Public Service Commission, which regulates the construction and operations of public utilites in the state. It also means he will have to vacate his senior position in the District 29 legislative delegation; Gov. Larry Hogan, who gave

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Julie Burk-Greer, chair of the St. Mary’s County Republican Central Committee, said they would be furnishing options to the governor’s office for his consideration. “We have 30 days to give three names to the governor,” BurkGreer told The County Times. She said the committee would be reaching out to GOP members and would be looking for possible candidates to seek out the committee’s approval. The basic requirements for consideration as a candidate, Burk-Greer said, were residency in Dist. 29C, which is mostly in Calvert County but has a small portion of St. Mary’s, for at least six months and being a registered Republican. “Of course we’ll be looking for more than that,” Burk-Greer said. “We would not exclude anyone… they’ll have to go through a vetting process.” The central committee, with some assistance from the governor’s office, would determine the qualifications of candidates before sending their three-name list

to Hogan, she said. They would consider GOP members who had held prior public office, were currently serving in office or those who had yet to serve, Burk-Greer said. She said, however, that they would not begin coalating names until there was an official announcement from the governor’s office. Greg Ostrander, chair of the Calvert County GOP central committee, said that his group might work together with the St. Mary’s organization to come up with a unified list but a separate list was not out of the question. “We could each submit our own list,” Ostrander told The County Times. “I think O’Donnell has been an outstanding representative. “He’s going to be missed.” For years O’Donnell served as the minority leader in the House of Delegates, frequently voicing strong opposition to the policies and practices of then Democrat Gov. Martin O’Malley. O’Donnell was often viewed as one of the most socially and fis-

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Thomas Caleb Getscher, a Marine critically wounded from a bomb blast in Afghanistan back in 2012 that left him a triple amputee, will be moving into a custom built home designed specifically for him to get back to living a more normal life. The new home on Juniors Court in Leonardtown is a spacious, single-level house with state of the art appliances and amenities designed to give Getscher freedom of movement and ease of access to all parts of the house. “It’s awsome that I’m getting this house in just six days,” Getscher told The County Times. “I’m super stoked about the things I’m going to be able to do once I’m in there. “It’s a great place for a new family.” The new home is situated close to Benjamin Banneker Elementary School, which Getscher said is one of the best reasons for

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SMCSO Investigating Multiple Thefts To Motor Vehicles at Myrtle Point Park in California On May 25, 2016, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers responded to Myrtle Point Park in California, for the report of underage drinking and fighting on the beach. While responding to the scene, a witness called 911 advising multiple suspects were breaking into motor vehicles and stealing property. Upon arriving on the scene, Cpl. James Stone observed two of the suspects inside a vehicle and determined it to be one they had broken into earlier. Stone attempted to detain them at which time, one suspect ran and a foot chase ensued. Maryland State Police Trooper Evan Krenik detained the second suspect, Christian Jamal White, age 20, of Waldorf, who remained at the vehicle. Sgt. Clay Safford gave chase and apprehended a 17-year-old male suspect from Waldorf, MD. In their possession were a large amount of small plastic containers containing suspected marijuana and multiple suspected Alprazolam tablets, in addition to suspected stolen property—including cell phones. Further investigation revealed, a total of six suspects. One of the six suspects stole an iPhone off a beach towel, and all of the suspect(s) were witnessed selling suspected marijuana.

Two additional suspects Damon Lamont Pleasant Jr, age 18, of Waldorf, MD, and Jelonnie Dujuan Johnson, age 19 of Waldorf, MD, were located a short time later by DFC Vince Pontorno in the same area. Johnson initially provided a false name and identification to DFC Pontorno. A fifth suspect, a 17 year-old-juvenile, was located later at Elms Beach in St. James. In his possession were materials indicating he was selling narcotics out of his bookbag. All five suspects were arrested and charged with various criminal and drug offenses. The Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help locating the sixth suspect, who deputies believe was operating a dark colored Honda Civic at the time of the thefts. Deputies recovered multiple stolen items believed to have been taken from a minimum of six vehicles and returned them to their owners. However, there is still stolen property which has not been claimed. Deputies believe the suspects are responsible for additional thefts from motor vehicles and beach towels at Myrtle Point Park. If you believe you have been a victim of theft or have additional information, please contact Corporal James Stone at James. Stone@stmarysmd.com or 301- 997-8531.

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Charlotte Hall Man Faces Child Sex Solicitation Charge By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland State Troopers operating undercover have charged a man they say was trying to solicit a person he believed was a 13-year-old girl for sex, though it was a trooper on-line acting as bait. The arrest of Joseph R. Hall, 32, of Charlotte Hall occurred Monday, about one day after he solicited the undercover trooper in an on-line classified advertisement seeking sex that Hall is alleged to have posted, according to charging documents. While conversing with the undercover trooper on-line, Hall is alleged to have conversed about the possibility of having different sexual encounters with the 13-yearold subject. “We’ll I’m looking to either… cause I don’t get enough at home,” Hall is alleged to have written on-line according to charging documents. Eventually Hall arranged to meet the 13-year-old girl at the First Colony Way shopping center parking lot; he gave the undercover officer a photo of himself and his cell phone electronically.

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Armed Robbery Conspirator Takes Plea By Guy Leonard Staff Writer One of four men involved in a dual-commercial robbery scheme who helped plot the heists pleaded guilty in federal court this week to conspiring to commit armed robbery. Abdelrahim Ayyad, 51, of White Plains admitted to being part of the armed robberies of a pharmacy and a jewelry store, both in Charlotte Hall, back in 2014. Federal authorities with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Greenbelt allege that Ayyad, along with conspirator Michael Burgess, aided Furman Troy and Darrell Lee with the robberies. They state that Ayyad drove the three conspirators to the T.C. Martin Jewelers store on June 18 of 2014 in a Cadillac Escalade and handed a Troy a handgun that he and Lee used to rob the store. The two men threatened the two attendents with the gun and bound them both with duct tape. The two entry men took about $2,250, numerous pieces of jewelry estimated at just under $9,000, a computer and other items. The two of them fled to the getaway vehicle and drove off with Ayyad and Burgess, federal authorities state, and sold the stolen items and divided the proceeds among themselves.

Just four days later Ayyad and Burgess again drove to the New Market Pharmacy with Troy and Lee following in a Jaguar, federal authorities stated, and used similar methods to hold up that store. The two entry men then stole $500, as well as bottles of narcotics such as oxycodone, methadone, hydrocodone and Endocet, all valued at just under $9,000. After the robbery both pairs of men fled the scene in their respective vehicles, federal authorities stated. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Parsing Opportunity’s Knock Parsing Opportunity’s Knock By Ronald N. Guy Jr. The NBA’s Western Conference finals, an epic showdown between the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder, was stuffed with intrigue and oozing sex appeal. Golden State entered seeking a second consecutive championship and, after a record-setting 73-win regular season, an impressive closing argument for their case as the best team, like, ever. Within the context of the Warriors’ team, Stephen Curry, the unanimous MVP, looked to add to his burgeoning resume and Klay Thompson, his criminally underrated backcourt mate, was seeking his own spot on a star-studded stage. In the other corner, the Thunder, having suffered season-sabotaging injuries to stars Russell Westbrook, Prince George’s County native Kevin Durant and Serge Ibaka in recent years, was finally healthy - and it showed. Westbrook, a breathtaking athlete, solidified his place among the game’s elite and Durant’s desperation for his first title was a tribute to competitive athletics. Collectively, the Thunder, after being relegated to second-class Western

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As I type this, my heart is racing, hands and wrists are red and bruised, and ankles are hurting. An accident? A flare? No, it’s a five month old fur ball of red-tinged, gangly-legged Hound called Mindy that I had to try to get down the stairs and outside to finish pottying as fast as I could. And that’s not too fast. That is where the heart racing and re-swollen ankles come in. The red and bruised hands, and arms, neck, ankles and anything else are from anything she can play bite during playtime. Life will change as we know it. And that’s a good thing. Four months of relative peace and quiet (well, nothing is ever actually peaceful and quiet around here, especially living with the Big Guy) was shattered suddenly - and hopefully, for many years. Mindy is so friendly and loving. My oldest son came over last night to get the computer and printer working right again, and Mindy curled right up on the back of his legs while he was kneeling and working under the computer desk. Mindy is a Redbone Coonhound with it looks like a touch of Shepherd around the snout. She is both playful and laidback. She does love her naptime. While I type, Mindy is curled up next to the computer chair lightly snoring. All I had to do to calm her down was rub her tummy and then her eyes

start to roll up in her head. Well I’m kind of like that too, so I know we are perfect for each other. I, and my husband, spent many hours of many weeks looking through tons of puppy and doggie mug shots on every dog rescue site in the mid-Atlantic area and also of the State of Kentucky where one of my best friends named Jenny runs rescued dogs every day between and out of shelters and fosters. We were waiting for the one doggie, and specifically a Redbone Coonhound mix, who would capture our hearts. Probably four did that, but for one reason or another, whether it be I wasn’t ready, requirement of a fenced yard, or too far away (one was in New York), we didn’t pursue them. Finally, over a month ago, I saw one that made me cry every time I looked at her, which for me meant something in her eyes told me she had a deep soul and was intelligent – that’s what happened when I saw Tidbit’s photo the first time, but my knee was really bad and Strawberry Festival was coming. But once I got the cortisone shot in my knee, I felt like I could seriously start looking for the right puppy for us. The dog that made me cry had been adopted out and I became really sad, espe-

Edward D. Tippett, Inventor Edward D. Tippett was born in St. Mary’s County about 1786. He married first, Sarah Jane Williams February 1, 1810 in Montgomery County. His second wife was Gracy Ann Tuchen whom he married May 9, 1827 in Washington, D.C. His parents are not known to me at this point but he had six siblings who were identified in the distribution of the estate of his infant greatniece Eleanor Cheseldine in 1839. It’s obvious that Edward Tippett was very intelligent but a bit eccentric. He had plenty of ideas but lacked the necessary contacts to bring his ideas to fruition. “Edward D. Tippett, citizen of Washington, D.C., saw Progress as preordained. It needed only an instrument, and he had been chosen. Perhaps his fifth attempt would do the trick. Tippett, a veteran of the War of 1812, was anything but a quitter. ‘I have asked your attention to my navigation balloon four times, and without the least notice,’ he lamented to an unnamed high government official on May 11, 1861. After a detailed exposition of his somewhat murky political views (in favor of slavery in theory, but opposed to it as practiced), the inventor asked the government to pay him the four thousand dollars it allegedly owed him for the efforts he had pursued on its behalf since 1816. With government support for his war balloon, all enemy fortifications would be demolished and innumerable lives spared.” 2/12/1823: Mr. Wright presented a memorial of Edward D. Tippett, of the City of Washington, stating that he has invented a new and interesting machine, which gains

power without losing time, which he believes will be of the utmost importance to the country, but that, from poverty, he is unable to make known its utility, by demonstrating its power upon a large scale; and praying that a committee of scientific gentlemen may be appointed to investigate its principles, and to make such report as they may deem it to deserve. “Memorial of Edward D. Tippett on the subject of a safety steam engine which he claims to have invented. MARCH 26, 1838. The Experience and Trials of Edward D. Tippett, Preceptor or 44 Years of His Life: Containing Strange and Mysterious Events whilst the Teacher of the Eastern Free School, Washington City, D. C. Printed for the Author by Wm. Green, 1833, title continues Also, Singular and Strange Circumstances Transpiring in Annapolis and Baltimore. Written for the Information of his fellow citizens, by himself. Includes a picture of steam explosions; conveying a correct view of their danger, and showing the impossibility of safety in steam boilers: With a philosophical account of generating and using steam without danger; based [sic] upon sound science and useful knowledge. By Edward Tippett, Inventor of the Safety Steam Engine.” Edward D. Tippett died in Georgetown on December 4, 1873. His obituary noted he was a native of St. Mary’s County and that he was “a monomaniac on the subject of inventions, his principal hobbies being what he claimed to be a perpetual-motion machine & a balloon.”

cially at night when watching TV, normally the time I would sit or play with Tidbit. Then I saw Mindy. Her soulful eyes spoke to me, as did her one quirky ear that was bent and a little higher than her other ear, and her long gangly hound legs, and her wrinkled brow with an inquisitive look. Yes, I started crying every time I saw her. And then I would have a steady stream of tears coming down my face at times, sometimes the whole day. My husband, who wanted a new puppy almost more than me, started commenting on how sad I looked. I still kept stalling. All these worries started flooding my mind about loving too much and going through that awful loss – always way too soon with pets. But needing a dog, and wanting to save at least one dog, outweighed it all. So, that is how on Memorial Day – the only day a swimming pool man has off during pool season, we headed to Last Chance Rescue of Waldorf’s adoption day at the Alexandria, Virginia Petco. Mindy found her forever home, and we found the new love of our life (besides all our grandkids of course,

oh and our kids too). Oh my, I feel some stirring near my feet. I think the little red fur ball is gearing up to change my day… and life. To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: wanderings of an aimles mind.

Obituaries

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Thursday, June 2 2016

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.

Catherine Caroline “Rina” Biscoe

Catherine Caroline “Rina” Biscoe, 65, of Lexington Park, MD passed away May 23, 2016 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born July 24, 1950 in Hollywood, MD to the late Raymond Joseph Somerville and Mary Cecilia Spears Bond. Rina was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. She was employed for over 27 dedicated years as an excellent cook for Bayside Nursing Center in Lexington Park, MD. She was also employed at St. Mary’s Nursing Center as a cook before her retirement. Her hobbies included playing BINGO, working crossword puzzles, playing cards, and shopping. Her greatest love was

for her family. She especially enjoyed the family gatherings, and taking trips to visit her daughter, grandchildren and siblings. Every year she traveled with her sister to Portsmouth, VA. Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 2, 2016 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 10:00 a.m., by Reverend David Beaubien at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 22800 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will follow at Charles Memorial Gardens, 26325 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650. Rina is survived by her daughter, Angela Denise Johnson of Orange Park, FL; her siblings, Joseph Thomas (Jackie) of Bryantown, MD, Ann Jenkins (John) of Lexington Park, MD, Mary “Jackie” Rhone (James) of Portsmouth, VA, Arthur “Bill” Thomas of Lexington Park, MD, Raymond Thomas Jr. of Lexington Park, MD, Kenny Thomas of Jacksonville, NC, Linda Wooden of Lexington Park, MD and Rodney Thomas (Jualita) of Lexington Park, MD; her grandchildren, Caroline Johnson, Lyndon Lucien, Kevin Lucien, and Anthony Lucien; her grandson, Javier Andino; and many extended family and friends. She is

preceded in death by her parents. Condolences may be made at www. brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Mary Theresa Campos

Mary Theresa Campos, 89, of Lexington Park, MD passed away on May 23, 2016 at ST. Mary’s Center, Leonardtown, MD. Mary was born June 13, 1926, in Nashville TN to the late Sarah Elizabeth Edwards. On March 21, 1953 she married the love of her life, Antonio Campos; together they celebrated over 63 wonderful years of marriage. Mary was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, bowling and going to yard sales. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Mary is survived by her husband Antonio Campos; her children: Cherrie Kunkel (Thomas) of St. Inigoes, MD; Antoinette Prowls (Tracy) of Manitowoc, WI; Deborah Young of Hollywood, MD; Carrie Neilson (Jac) of Magna, UT. She also leaves behind 15 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Paul Campos and daughter Teresa A. Shaw. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Special Olympics, 25926 Whiskey Creek Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. Family will receive friends on Friday, May 27, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD. A graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial gardens, Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills, MD 20634. Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com

M. Kenneth “Ken” Smith

M. Kenneth “Ken” Smith, 74, of Mechanicsville, MD, died on May 22, 2016 at the Hospice House of St. Mary’s. Born July 1, 1941, in Georgia, he was he son of the late Marvin Joshua Smith and the late Ethel Lee Smith.

Predeceased by his parents and his brother, Lawrence Smith; Ken is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Long) Smith and son, Timothy K. Smith; nephew, Larry Smith and sister-in-law, Connie Smith.  Ken loved cars, especially his 1970 Pontiac LeMans, and enjoyed fishing, his small collection of Depression era glassware and traveling everywhere, especially throughout Europe.  The family will welcome friends on Friday, May 27, 2016 from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Hughesville Baptist Church, 8505 Old Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, Maryland 20637. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 27, 2016 at Hughesville Baptist Church. Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Ken’s name to: the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123

Zula Grace Weaver

Zula Grace Weaver, 84, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on May 21, 2016 at Genesis HealthCare in Waldorf, MD. Zula was born on October 31, 1931 in Broad Top City, PA to the late Robert Watson and the late Margaret Williams. She was a Cafeteria Worker for the Prince George’s Board of Education. Zula enjoyed reading, camping, shopping, and taking care of family. In addition to her parents, Zula was predeceased by her husband, Ronald R. Weaver; son, Gary L. Weaver, Sr.; and daughter, Shirley Weaver. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Cathy Weaver and grandson, Gary L. Weaver, Jr. Family will receive friends for Zula’s Life Celebration Visitation on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 from 5pm to 8pm at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622, with a Funeral Service at 7:00pm. Interment will be at Fockler Cemetery in Saxton, PA on Thusday, May 26, 2016 at 1:00PM.

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‘Bald Is Beautiful’ Challenge Boosts Fundraising Efforts for Local Relay for Life Team

Take a moment to imagine the iconic scene from the 1997 movie, G.I. Jane where Demi Moore shaves her head to gain respect as a trainee in the U.S. Navy’s elite SEAL school. Her choice to shave her head was inspiring and empowering, but what if you didn’t have a choice about losing your hair? What if the choice was made for you by cancer? “Twenty-one years ago, when my wife Debbie was diagnosed with breast cancer, I recall a conversation we had just days before her surgery, radiation, and chemo treatment began,” said Jeff Sherman founder and owner of AVIAN. “While I’m sure there were many things going on in her mind, her biggest concern at this point in time was that she would be losing her hair.” With that memory in mind, Sherman decided he would create a ‘bald is beautiful’ fundraising challenge in support of the American Cancer Society and the local Relay for Life. “The ‘winner’ has to have their head shaved,” Sherman said. “A minor, temporary inconvenience, compared to the challenges faced by those who are fighting or have fought this disease. Additionally, once the new look is donned, the winner will spend a couple of hours in public wearing a sandwich board with the caption ‘I support a cancer fighter. Join me in the fight against cancer.” The challenge started in mid-January and continued through mid-May. Employees began sharing stories of their own personal connections to the disease and soon realized that cancer was a link that far too many shared. Each day employees were encouraged to pledge money to anyone within the company they wanted to have their head shaved, but their pledges could not exceed five dollars per person, per day. At the end of the challenge, the person with the most money pledged to their name, or head, would be the winner. Some employees chose to spread their money evenly across groups of people, while others formed teams and planned targeted pledges for particular individuals. “It was very apparent that there was some behind the scenes coordination when I received an overwhelming amount of votes one day,” said John Slaughter, challenge runner up and AVIAN’s vice president of business development. Within days, hundreds of dollars had been raised. Within a month, almost everyone in the company had at least a five dollars pledged on their head, with many already into double digits. The challenge finally came to a close Wednesday, May 18. The top five employees had nearly $3,000 toward them, but it was ultimately Jeff Sherman who received the most pledges. In the company of AVIAN supporters, Sherman shaved his head Wednesday, May 25. Among those supporters was Cindy Mattingly, an AVIAN employee currently battling breast cancer. “When diagnosed with cancer this winter, I decided to attack it head-on,” Mattingly said. When Sherm announced the challenge shortly after, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Watching him have his head shaved was emotional; I relived the moment when I had mine shaved a few short months ago.” The entire bald is beautiful challenge raised more than $6,800, which was applied to AVIAN’s Relay for Life team. “I am absolutely amazed at my teammates’ generosity to support finding a cure for the millions battling each day,” Mattingly said. “This challenge motivated the staff to take a deeper look at the ‘why’ behind our fundraising while making a big impact monetarily,” said Kelly Perry, AVIAN’s director of human resources. “Our company philosophy is that we take care of each other. The employee participation in this challenge is a testament to that.” AVIAN has been a corporate sponsor of Relay for Life St. Mary’s County for many years. In 2014, the company’s enthusiasm was brought to life in the form of team AVIAN Celebrates Life when AVIAN lost a teammate in

his fight against cancer. “Each day, AVIAN remembers our teammate, Jeff Bringle, and his courageous fight and contagious smile,” Sherman said. “Through this event, we celebrate the difference he made for his country, his family and his community.” This year, the company rallied behind the AVIAN Celebrate Life team once again not only in remembrance of Jeff, but for additional AVIAN teammates who are currently battling cancer. AVIAN Celebrates Life is comprised of survivors, caregivers, seasoned participants and new supporters to the world’s largest fight against cancer. The team has raised over $14,000 to date, which is almost triple their original goal of $5,000. The team hopes to break through the $15,000 mark. “I could not be more proud of the AVIAN workforce rallying behind this worthy cause,” Sherman said. Although I won the challenge, the real winners are all those loved ones who have ever fought this terrible disease.” About Relay for Life – St. Mary’s County The 19th annual Relay for Life of St. Mary’s County will be held from 4 p.m. to midnight on June 4, 2016 to fight back, remember and celebrate the lives affected by cancer. Jeff Sherman, founder and owner of AVIAN, said “adieu” to his lovely locks in support of the American Cancer Held at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in LeonSociety. As the winner of a recent company challenge, Jeff ardtown, Maryland, hundreds of people will take to the shaved his head to help raise awareness for the upcomtrack for an eight hour journey to raise funds, build caing Relay for Life St. Mary’s event on June 4. The head maraderie, and parallel the physical effects, emotions shaving fundraising challenge raised over $6,800, which will be applied to the company team AVIAN Celebrates and mental state of a cancer patient while undergoing Life. From left: Sports Clips manager, Kristine Wilcox, Mike treatment. Lange, Cindy Mattingly, Jeff Sherman. Each at their own pace, countless participants will go around the track, lap after lap, throughout the evening as a unified group with one mission – to finish the fight. Relay is an occasion to express hope and a shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people. Saving lives from cancer starts with one team, one participant, and one dollar at a time. About AVIAN LLC AVIAN is a service-disWe are love bugs. We are Mystique, Phoenix and Storm. We are all girls abled, veteran-owned small and we were born in March of 2016. We are super playful and very loving. business. We believe talent We love affection and we love toys. We live with kids and we are looking and passion generate solutions to today’s business for our new homes. We are spayed, combo tested for aids and feline challenges. We understand leukemia, dewormed, microchipped and we will receive all three distemper that these characteristics vaccines for thebargain price of $125 each. thrive in a business culture that embraces innovation, You can meet us at the Petco in California every creativity and the entrepreSaturday and Sunday from 11 to 3. If you are feeding cats outside and need neurial spirit. to borrow traps, please email diane@feralcatrescuemd.org Feral Cat Rescue We are resourceful, rehas free spay/neuter and rabies grants at this time. Please spay and neuter. sponsive and reachable for Tri County Shelter euthanized 204cats per month in 2015. our clients in program, financial, and logistics management; engineering and systems engineering; test and evaluation of manned and unmanned aerial systems; research and development; workforce development and training; and communication strategy and graphic design. Our philosophy is simple. We care for our employees. Our employees care for our customers. Our customers care to return. Simply put, we take care of each other. For more information, visit www.avianllc.com

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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, June 2 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. Greenstreet Gardens Farmers’ Market Opening Day Greenstreet Gardens (391 West Bay Front Road, Lothian)- 3 to 6 p.m. We will have local chicken, beef, lamb, fresh produce, berries, eggs, baked goods, honey, tea, beer, wine, organic soap, knife sharpening, food truck and more! Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m. The St. Charles Companies announces Project Natale will perform free on the banks of O’Donnell Lake.

Friday, June 3 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. 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

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program for adults 18 and up struggling with any hurt, hangup, or habit. Steak and Shrimp Dinner American Legion Post 82 (330 Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $15 for steak or shrimp, or $18 for combination. Call 301-934-8221 for more information. Come support veterans, active-duty military, and your community! PUBLIC WELCOME.

Saturday, June 4 American Cancer Society Relay For Life St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown)- 4 p.m. to midnight Relay For Life is an exciting eight hour event filled with celebrations, ceremonies, entertainment, fundraisers, food, crafts, vendors, laughter, and hope. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of St. Mary’s County is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community. It brings people together to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones we have lost, and empower communities to fight back! Please visit www.relayforlife.org/stmarysmd to register. On-site registration is also available. To find out more about Relay For Life of St. Mary;s County, visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/stmarysmd, find us on Facebook, or contact Event Lead Tom Cavanagh at tom@stmarysrelay.org. 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. Watermelon One Act Festival Bruce Davis Theatre (St. Mary’s City, 20686)- 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The 2016 WOAF will feature 14 original one-act plays written and performed by local and out-of-state artists and students. Ticket prices are $12 per Saturday session ($10 students/seniors) and $20 for the Sunday Finals/Awards Ceremony ($15 students/seniors; includes food and beverages). A festival pass for both days is available for $55 ($50 students/seniors.) All tickets will be sold at the door and only, cash and check will be accepted. Only ticket holders may vote for their favorite play. No reservations are necessary. Some plays are not appropriate for children. Please visit www.watermeloninc.org for more information. Yard Sale St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (4535 Piney Church Rd., Waldorf)- 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. Paul’s, Piney’s Annual Yard Sale will be held rain or shine. In addition we will have a bake sale, plant sale and barbeque lunch for sale. For more information and directions to the church, visit www.stpaulspiney.org. Point Lookout Lighthouse Open House Point Lookout State Park (11175 Point Lookout Rd., Scotland)- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Docents from the Point Lookout Lighthouse Preservation Society will be on hand to answer your questions. No charge to en-

ter the lighthouse, however standard park entrance fees apply. Donations greatly appreciated, and all funds go toward restoring the lighthouse to the 1927 time period. For additional information, please visit www. PLLPS.org or send e-mail to info@pllps. org If you are interested in volunteering at the lighthouse, please e-mail us at: volunteer@pllps.org. Bald for a Cause Parking Lot of Live Out Loud Yoga (406 Charles St., La Plata)- 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Family fun event in honor of the families fighting cancer and in memory of those that are no longer with us but will never be forgotten. Official St. Baldrick’s website at www.stbaldricks.org/events/BaldForACause to sign up to be a shave or a donor. Facebook event page www.facebook.com/ events/241978762859108/ to volunteer for silent auction, bake sale or as a vendor. Craft Guild Shop Outdoor Bazaar Craft Guild Shop (26005 Pt. Lookout Rd., Leonardtown)- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Bazaar will be held on the first Saturday of each month through November (weather permitting.) This event is open to crafters, artists, antique dealers, flea market, garden and food vendors. Vendors must bring their own tables, chairs and tents. There will also be kids’ crafts and demos. Inside, you can shop until 5 pm from a variety of unique handcrafted items. Fresh baked goods will be available. For space reservation and additional information, please call 301-977-1644. Cornhole Tournament and Community Barbecue Valley Lee VFD & RS (45245 Drayden Rd., Valley Lee)- 1 p.m. Tournament starting at 1 p.m.; $50 per team of two; cash prizes for first and second place. Register Team Name at FUNDRAISING@SDVFDRS.ORG – proceeds benefit SDVFDRS. There will be children’s Activities, food and bake sale, and beverages for sale.

Sunday, June 5 Watermelon One Act Festival Bruce Davis Theatre (St. Mary’s City, 20686)- 2 p.m. The 2016 WOAF will feature 14 original one-act plays written and performed by local and out-of-state artists and students. Ticket prices are $12 per Saturday session ($10 students/seniors) and $20 for the Sunday Finals/Awards Ceremony ($15 students/seniors; includes food and beverages). A festival pass for both days is available for $55 ($50 students/seniors.) All tickets will be sold at the door and only, cash and check will be accepted. Only ticket holders may vote for their favorite play. No reservations are necessary. Some plays are not appropriate for children. Please visit www.watermeloninc.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. 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.

Baskets and Bags Bingo Extravaganza Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department (24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood)- 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. Featuring over $12,000 in prizes from Longaberger (baskets, pottery, wrought iron, woodcrafts and accessories) and SCOUT bags of Georgetown! Wear your floral shirts and flip flops, enjoy beach tunes and sip on tropical drinks. It’s a beach party - BINGO style. Tickets are $25 each if paid in advance or $30 at the door and include one book of 20 regular games. Each regular game winner will receive a Longaberger basket AND a SCOUT bag! All-you-can-eat Community Breakfast St. Anthony’s Catholic Church (8816 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach)- 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Stop by each first Sunday of the month from June to September to share amongst the community the best breakfast in the Twin Beaches area! Donations accepted at door to benefit KOC Council #7870.

Monday, June 6 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.

Tuesday, June 7 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.

Wednesday, June 8 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. Prayer and Fellowship Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach)- 5:30 p.m. Join us at the Interdenominational Union Church for a light supper followed by prayer. This free event is offered with the compliments of the Congregation. All are cordially invited. Questions may be directed to Mr. Riedesel at 410-257-3555.

Thursday, June 9 You’re a Grand Old Flag Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rosehill 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 Indepen-

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dence for Maryland. As you explore the grounds, you will see a special outdoor display that examines the history of the U.S. flag, as well as many other flags used in our nation’s history. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m. The St. Charles Companies announces Bucket List will perform free Thursday night on the banks of O’Donnell Lake. 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, June 10 You’re a Grand Old Flag Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rosehill 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. As you explore the grounds, you will see a special outdoor display that examines the history of the U.S. flag, as well as many other flags used in our nation’s history. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Relay for Life of Charles County Charles County Fairgrounds (8440 Fairground Rd., La Plata)- 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Come out to the Charles County Fairgrounds to celebrate and remember those who have battled cancer. This event raises money for the American Cancer Society. Food, entertainment, and activities. Our moving luminaria ceremony will begin at dusk to honor and remember those we love. You do not have to be a participant to stop by and support a cure! 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, June 11 All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Treasures Sale All Saints’ Episcopal Church (Oakley Rd., Avenue)- 8 a.m. to noon. Find great buys, gently used items and perhaps an antique. Free admission; free parking. For more information, call 443-964-4344. Chancellors Run Regional Park Warrior Princess Initiative Chancellors Run Regional Park (21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills)- noon to 5 p.m. Chancellors Run Park is holding an event

in honor of Cody, a boy who suffers from Eosinophilic Esophagitis and severe and life threatening food allergies. This disease is very rare and slightly bizarre and the goal with this event is to raise awareness to the community on Eosinophilic diseases and food allergies. Warrior Princess Initiative will be crowning Cody a warrior hero at this event. Usually the proceeds would go to help the family but we requested all proceeds go to another non-profit called Cured (www.curedfoundation.org.) In order to raise money there will be an entrance fee to this event but once inside there will be lots of entertainment. There will also be silent auction and raffles. For more information, please call 240-925-2384. Baron Fenwick Concert The Patuxent Presbyterian Church (23421 Kingston Creek Rd., California)- 7 p.m. As a high school student, Baron Fenwick amazed the packed house at Patuxent Presbyterian in 2012. He returns for another thrilling evening of classical piano to honor his deep St. Mary’s roots. You’re a Grand Old Flag Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rosehill 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. As you explore the grounds, you will see a special outdoor display that examines the history of the U.S. flag, as well as many other flags used in our nation’s history. For more information, call 301-392-1776. St. Mary’s County Crab Festival St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown)- 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Throughout the summer in Southern Maryland, blue crab is king! Grab a hammer and get to crackin’ at the St. Mary’s Crab Festival. Try a crab cakes, spicy crabballs, soft shell crab sandwiches, and, of course, steamed Maryland blue crabs. Local artists and crafters… Plenty of steamed hard crabs, soft crabs, crab cakes, crab soups, and other seafood dishes are available for purchase. Car and bike show, live music, children’s activities. There will be an admission fee.

Sunday, June 12 You’re a Grand Old Flag Thomas Stone National Historic Site (6655 Rosehill 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. As you explore the grounds, you will see a special outdoor display that examines the history of the U.S. flag, as well as many other flags used in our nation’s history. For more information, call 301-392-1776. Mechanicsville Optimist Flag Day Car Show Pizza Hotline Parking Lot (29948 Three Notch Rd., Charlotte Hall)- 9 a.m. to noon Come visit beautiful antique cars, rods, motorcycles and muscle cars. This is a family friendly event everyone will receive a

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small U.S. Flag. Plenty of food, entertainment and cars. Raffles for gift basket and 50/50. Tickets are $2 per person. Proceeds are to go to local charities that Mechanicsville Optimist supports. If you would like to enter your car please contact Terri Palmer at 301-884-8082. Trophies will be awarded in a variety of categories. Butterfly Release and Memorial Service Kings Landing Park (3255 Kings Landing Rd., Huntingtown)- 1 to 4 p.m. This event is designed for those who want to celebrate the life of a loved one. The ceremony will incorporate music and reflection and concludes with a butterfly release. Attendance is free; however, individuals and families have the option to purchase a butterfly in honor of a loved one. To RSVP for this event or for more information, call Melinda Ruppert at 410-535-0892 or visit our website at: www.calverthospice.org.

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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. Flag Disposal American Legion Post 221 (21690 Colton Pt. Rd., Avenue)- 7 to 8 p.m. Come out and join us as we show respect for our flag and properly dispose of those that are unserviceable. You may drop off your unserviceable flags at the post prior to the event by placing them in the back parking lot repository or in the front alcove area. For further information, call 301-884-4071.

Family Fun Day Chancellor’s Run Park (21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills)- noon to 5 p.m. Fun for the whole family, come enjoy games galore, silent action, raffles PLUS entertainment by Reggie Rice Comedy Illusionist, Warrior Princess Initiative and Southern Maryland Superhero’s. All Proceeds are donated to CURED a non-profit organization supporting medical research for Eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases. For more information or to donate online, go to www.curedfundation.org.

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Steve Nelson Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 6 to 10 p.m.

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

Mercy Creek The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

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

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Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 6 to 9 p.m.

Boy’s and Me Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk)

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

The Johanssens feat. Tambo The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 4 Sam Grow at Calvert Marine Museum Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 6 p.m. Western Theme Dance at the Belmont Farm Belmont Farm (24079 Budds Creek Rd., Clements)- 8 p.m.

Sunday, June 5 Baskets and Bags Bingo Extravaganza Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department (24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood)- 12:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, June 8 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, June 9 Mike Damron “Piranhas” Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 7 to 10 p.m. Swamp Candy The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.

The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail crista@countytimes.net. Please submit calendar listings by noon on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

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Summer Reading for all ages 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.

Money 101: How to Pay for College

High-school students are invited to join AmeriCorp VISTA and St. Mary’s College of Maryland students to discuss Money 101: How to Pay for College. : How to Pay for College: Come out to learn about the different tools that exist to help pay for college and leave with a list of potential scholarships to apply for! This is a drop-in program from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15 at Leonardtown Library. No registration required.

On Your Mark, Get Set, Write!

St. Mary’s County Library will accept entries for the ‘On Your Mark, Get Set, Write!’ writing contest starting on Monday, June 13. All entries should be submitted online at www.stmalib. org and are due by Sunday, July 31. Entries must be 500 words or less, familyfriendly and answer the question ‘What is your greatest success?’ Three age categories will be judged: 6 – 11 years old, 12 – 17 years old, and over 18. Prizes will be awarded to 1st through 3rd place winners in each age group. All entries will be included in a printed publication, and every entrant will receive a copy. For full rules and judging criteria, visit www.stmalib.org.

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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities Cardiac Health: Signs and Symptoms of a Problem

Cardiac problems are scary and can be life threatening. Depending on the type of problem they can present a variety of signs and symptoms, some which may come on suddenly and others that may be detected in advance. Knowing the signs and symptoms of a problem may save your life, or help you save the life of a family member or friend. MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Health Connections professionals will be at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, June 21 at 9:30 a.m. to present and answer questions concerning cardiac health. Register in advance by calling 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

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.

Tinnitus Presentation at Loffler

LEXINGTON PARK LIONS welcome Karen and David Anderson as the newest members of our Pride. Both Karen and David have a long history of service to the community and were so anxious to be Lions they helped with two Lions events before their formal induction! They ROAR!

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.

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The Northern Center Council is sponsoring a one day bus trip to Harrah’s Casino in Chester, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, June 15. The cost of $45 (includes luxury motorcoach transportation, $30 slot play, morning & evening refreshments and driver gratuity). Trip will depart from the Northern Senior Activity Center in Charlotte Hall. There are some seats still available. To sign up and obtain more details on the departure times, etc., contact Council President Pat Myers 301-884-8714.

Fathers of Fitness

Whether you are honored by being a father and a man of fitness or interested in becoming more fit, the Fathers of Fitness exercise class is just for you. This men’s only exercise class is designed to use weight and resistance training for a total body workout program. Class will be held on Thursday, June 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. and led by certified personal trainer, Dave Scheible who can offer tips on the best workout for you. The Northern Senior Activity Center is sponsoring this special program so it’s a free session for attendees with complimentary power-punch refreshments also served. Sign up in advance by calling 301-475-4002, ext. *3101 or visiting the Center sign-up table. 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

Destination Photography Contest

Do you have some standout or entertaining photos from a vacation or trip? Or have you been on an excursion that provided captivating discoveries or picturesque locations? Your photos are being sought for this year’s photography contest at the Northern Senior Activity Center. See the Department’s website or the Center for complete details, rules and deadline information. Questions may be directed to 301-475-4002, ext. *3101.

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 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.

Loffler Luau

The Loffler Luau, one of our most memorable summer traditions, is coming up! Tickets are required, $8 suggested donation. Dance to the music of favorite DJ Mean Gene; enjoy a feast fit for a tropical island party! Catered by Smokey Joe’s Catering, this party meal features Aloha Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Fruit Kebab, Pineapple Cole Slaw, Cucumber Salad and one of Mary’s Signature Coconut Macaroons for dessert. Wear your favorite tropical garb (we’ll supply the lei) and bring your best party mood! A limited number of tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. Stop by the reception desk during regular hours to get your ticket. Questions? Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.

Midsummer Celebration

Hail the middle of summer at the Loffler Senior Activity Center while partying with your grandkids! All of us can be children at heart on this day by enjoying some of the best things in life like a sundae bar from Sweet Frog, singing and dancing with karaoke and dabbling in arts and crafts. Everyone is required to have an advance ticket. Children’s tickets are free; cost is $3 per person for adults. Tickets are limited to 100, so don’t delay! Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 for details.

Cribbage Group Forming

The Garvey Senior Activity Center is looking to form a group to play the card/ pegboard game of Cribbage. Interested players should call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Tripoley

Tripoley has been a family favorite card game for over 65 years. The object of the game is to collect pennies through a series of Michigan rummy, hearts and poker. Newcomers and experienced players are welcome. Games will be played at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesdays, beginning June 8 at 1 p.m. Bring your pennies. Sign up to play by calling 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

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IN THE MATTER OF HUNTER LEE BENTLEY ADELMAN FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO HUNTER LEE BENTLEY WETZEL BY AND THROUGH HIS MOTHER KRISTEN WETZEL In the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland

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Case No.: 18-C-16-00648 The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which she seeks to change the name of a minor child from Hunter Lee Bentley Adelman to Hunter Lee Bentley Wetzel. The petitioner is seeking this name change for the for the child for following reason: Insurance Purposes. Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 30thh day of June, 2016. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and served upon the Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 1-321. Failure to file an objection or affidavit within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the granting of the relief sought. A copy of this Notice shall be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in the county at least fifteen (15) days before the deadline to file an objection.

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