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Funding Announced for Homeless Veterans in Southern Maryland
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) announced today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $44,220 to the Calvert County Housing Authority to help find permanent homes for homeless veterans. The grant funding is provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program (HUD-VASH) and can be used for housing homeless veterans in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. “I’m pleased that five additional HUDVASH vouchers have been awarded to the Calvert County Housing Authority to help provide permanent housing to veterans in Southern Maryland’s tri-county region,” stated Congressman Hoyer. “These vouchers are provided based on re-
sults from the annual ‘Point-in-Time’ survey, a count of sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals, which I am proud to support each year in Southern Maryland. It is important that we do everything we can to ensure that our brave veterans and their families are off of the streets and in a place they can call home. I will continue to work in Congress to push for measures that help get veterans the resources they need as they transition back home and into civilian life.” Southern Maryland has received a total of 35 vouchers since December 2014. In addition to providing housing assistance, the HUD-VASH program provides veterans with case management and clinical services through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Calvert Memorial Hospital recently held its annual physician recognition and awards dinner to honor medical staff for their outstanding leadership and service to our community. CMH President and CEO Dean Teague said, “Calvert County is fortunate to have an exceptional team of physicians who are so committed to our organization. Every day I receive compliments and letters from community members who have benefitted from your kindness and expertise. It is a pleasure and a privilege to work alongside you. Dr. Barbara Estes receives the Community Service Award from On behalf of the hospiDean Teague, President and CEO, left, and Dr. J. Michael tal and as a member of Brooks, Vice President of Medical Affairs. this community, I thank you.” been instrumental in developing the CalDr. Varkey Mathew, CMH chief of staff, vert County School System’s Biomedical recognized the following physicians for Sciences Program, a partnership between their dedicated years of service: Dr. Cath- the hospital and high schools to provide erine Brophy (20 years), Dr. Fulton Lukban students opportunities to explore health(20 years), Dr. Terence Bertele (30 years) care careers with first-hand clinical expeand Dr. Wayne Rozran (30 years). rience. As part of the four-year program, Five physicians, who were honored by high school seniors must have a job shadtheir peers, retired after many years of owing experience in a clinical setting.” service to our community: Dr. Jittikom He continued, “Dr. Estes recruits clinical Jantarasami, Anesthesiology, (39 years), preceptors in all areas of the hospital and Dr. Bennett Frankel, Oral Maxillofacial generously volunteers her time to personSurgery (40 years), Dr. Mara Daidone, Oto- ally make sure each student has a meaninglaryngology (17 years) and Dr. Raja Hawit, ful clinical experience. Under her tutelage, Pediatrics (39 years). the program has grown exponentially; six The Community Service Award was seniors from Calvert High School participresented to Dr. Barbara Estes by Dr. J. pated in the first program in the 2013/2014 Michael Brooks, vice president for medical school year. This year 62 students particiaffairs at CMH, for her efforts to build and pated from all four high schools.” sustain a pathway for students interested in \Another highlight of the evening was a the healthcare field that encourages them to physician tribute to former president and come back to Calvert County to serve their CEO, Jim Xinis, for his 27 years of unwavcommunity. He explains, “Dr. Estes has ering dedication to our community.
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Free National Trails Day Events on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail The National Park Service Chesapeake Bay office and Chesapeake Conservancy are pleased to support events along the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail on National Trails Day and Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week. Each year, on the first Saturday in June, the American Hiking Society celebrates trails in America and encourages people to experience the great outdoors on trails with friends and family. Events are sponsored by local organizations, state parks, and national trails. These events are family-friendly, and provide excellent introductions to anyone who might like to try a fun new trail activity. John Smith Chesapeake Trail staff and the Chesapeake Conservancy are supporting six events at partner sites in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Most events are guided trips on the water, and some are hiking and biking activities. Some of the paddling trips are provided at no cost to participants, honoring the National Park Service Centennial goal to help create and connect with the next generation of park visitors and supporters. “National Trails Day is a great way to encourage people to enjoy the outdoors,” Joel Dunn, president and CEO of Chesapeake Conservancy, said. “The John Smith Chesapeake Trail provides an opportunity to connect with the natural beauty as well as the rich history and culture of the Chesapeake. When people visit places along the trail, they fall in love with the Chesapeake and they want to protect it. Our hope is that they will then vote for it, donate money to conserve it, and even dedicate their careers to it.” Below is a brief description of National Trails Day events on the John Smith Chesapeake Trail: ●C aptain John Smith Paddling Adventure at Caledon State Park: Enjoy a guided paddling trip to explore tidal wetlands on the Potomac River. FREE event.
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Calvert Library Service Spotlights By Dandan Zou Staff Writer Student Library Card Thanks to a partnership between Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert Library, students now have access to Calvert library through student library cards. Students can check out up to five print materials and download resources such as books as eReaders. Each student can access the library’s digital resources online through his or her unique identifier and a password, said Jennifer Sturge, a technology integration teacher specialist at Calvert County Public Schools. No physical cards will be produced for student accounts. “When students go to the physical library, they provide their unique identifier and then will be asked for their birthday or address or another way to ensure the patron is the student,” said Sturge. With a regular card, cardholders can check out as many as 75 items. However, student cardholders can check out up to five print materials only. Unlike the regular card, there will be no fines associated with student accounts. Items must be returned as they normally would. As summer approaches, this program is designed to encourage summer reading and give students an extra push to rejuvenate learning through books. Call it the summer slide or summer slump, students who keep learning over the summer are much more likely to be ready for school when it reconvenes. “Future Ready, that’s what this is all about,” said Calvert County Public
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Calvert Teachers Seek Move to St. Mary’s By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Education officials in Calvert County say they are worried that some of their best and most experienced teachers are being lost to neighboring St. Mary’s County over dissatisfaction with their pay schedules. Teachers in Calvert have long complained of a lack of step increases in their salaries, which have fallen behind over the last several budget cycles. “The problem is that we are several steps behind,” said Dennis Mooney, head of the Calvert teachers union, adding that teachers here looked at the budget process in St. Mary’s were elected leaders recently agreed to bring teachers up to full salaries that they had been promised. “St. Mary’s was willing to bring them up to full salary,” Mooney said of the compelling reason behind so many Calvert personnel seeking interviews in St. Mary’s in recent months. Another problem for Calvert teachers, Mooney said, was one of how much their years of teaching experience counted towards where they fell in the organization’s pay scale. Currently, the school system caps the amount of experience that counts towards pay scale placement at just five years. Mooney said that meant that a teacher with 10 years experience could expect to come into the Calvert school system at only step No. 5 on the pay scale, essentially five
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You no doubt have observed the large American Flag on the tall flagpole along the north side of Routes 2/4 just north of Solomons. Are you aware of the special significance of the place-ment of this great American symbol? This flag is known as “Charley’s Flag” in honor of Charles Serabian who devoted his life to his country, his county, his community, his friends, and even people he didn’t know, but knew of their need. Charley loved his god and loved his American Flag. Among his many civic feats, his greatest interest was in seeing this symbol was protected from those who would desecrate it for whatever reason. He had a long history of lobbying Congress to pass a law protecting it from such unpatriotic actions and could always be found in the gallery of the House of Representatives each and every time the legislature brought a Bill to protect the Flag before the full House. Unfortunately, Charley never saw his dream come true before he passed in 2000. Charley was a truly special person who continually gave of himself. Even in death he continues to provide support for others through large financial gifts he bequeathed to the American Legion, his parish at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Solomons, and his Brother Knights with the Knights of Columbus Council 9258 where the Knights provide a Scholarship Fund in his honor that supports four college students a year. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was described as a ”war hero” during the many eulogies given during his funeral service. He never spoke of his war time experience and seldom talked of his military service. Following the end of the War, he took advantage of the new GI Bill afforded the veterans and earned a Business Degree from the University of Maryland. He later opened a restaurant in College Park and successfully managed this popular enterprise for more than twenty years. He sold his business in the 70’s and moved to a waterfront home in Solomons and totally immersed himself in community affairs. He became very active with the Arick Lore American Legion Post 274 in Lusby. He went on to serve in many roles at the State level. This flag pole and its flag was erected by the Legion in his honor and continues to be maintained by the members the Post. Additionally, Charley was one of the originators of the “Boy State Program” in Maryland, a week long summer national leadership event that hosts young, bright high school juniors in an intense civics course in National and State government. Held at various college campuses such as Washington College on the Eastern Shore and the Naval Academy in Annapolis each summer, this training has produced many future legislators. President Bill Clinton is a graduate of Boys State in Arkansas during his youth. Charley served as member of the staff for the Maryland event for many years. Charley served in every leadership and management position including Calvert County Commander for the three Posts within the County. While serving as the Lusby Post Commander, he initiated the American Red Cross bi monthly Bloodmobile visits at the Post, reported to be the first time this type of assistance was attempted in Southern Maryland. Now, after 35 years, these efforts continue to be a valuable aid and meet critical health needs for the citizens of the local area. Additionally, he was instrumental in supporting
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Busses were provided to take many of the attendees to his burial at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring. His funeral procession passed “his” flagpole where the entire Patuxent High School’s NJROTC Unit stood at attention and rendered honors as his hearse passed. Charley would have loved this scene for it had the two things he cherished the most, “his” Flag and our youth. I remember this scene vividly as we followed in our car behind the buses. Our car radio surprisingly was playing “I Am Proud To Be An American” by Lee Greenwood at that exact moment!!! Honestly it did happen as I described it! In summary, Charles Serabian was a Patriot, a Veteran, a Legionnaire, a Brother Knight of Columbus, but most of all a friend to all. He would be especially proud to know his wealth and his legacy will live on to provide long term support for deserving young people who wish to better their own lives. Maybe the next time you pass this flag pole with its beautiful red, white, and blue banner with its 50 stars flying majestically with the breeze, you might remember this great American and all of the great American values and character traits he exhibited throughout his life. I raise a salute each time I pass this great tribute to my friend Charley.
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Calvert Commissioners Raise Tax Rates First Time in More Than a Decade By Dandan Zou Staff Writer
For the first time in 13 years, Calvert’s local income tax will rise from 2.8 percent to 3 percent. The new tax rate won’t kick in until Jan. 1, 2017, meaning residents’ 2016 tax return will not be affected. The property tax will go up from .892 to .952 per $100 of assessed value. The property tax increase will take effect on July 1, 2016, the beginning of the 2017 fiscal year. Until Tuesday, the property tax hasn’t changed for nearly three decades. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) presented the tax increase proposal in April. On Tuesday, the board passed the budget to raise taxes to fill the $8.8 million budget gap. Commissioner Mike Hart and Steven Weems voted against the proposed budget and the other three commissioners, Evan Slaughenhoupt, Tom Hejl and Pat Nutter, voted for it. Governmental statistics show that Calvert’s median household income is about $95,000. After the tax increase, an average family will see their income tax go up $190 a year, roughly $16 per month. For a house valued at $320,000 - the average price of a single-family home, homeowners will see their property tax increase $192 a year. When combined, an average family pays nearly $400 more taxes annually after the hike. Commissioner President Evan Slaughenhoupt cited a prolonged national economic slowdown and the state’s
reduction of funding as major causes for the budget deficit. The cut from the state on highway and teachers’ pensions is about $10 million a year, previously absorbed by the fund balance. The much anticipated tax revenue from Dominion Cove Point LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) liquefaction project won’t kick in until the 2018 fiscal year. The Calvert County Republican Central Committee expressed their strong opposition to the tax increase before the Tuesday vote. In an open letter published on Facebook on June 2, the central committee called the tax hike a result of “poor planning, judgment, stewardship, and irresponsible behavior on the part of the BOCC.” The letter went on to say that decreasing student enrollment showed “young families are not arriving at Calvert County at the rates we have seen in the past.” According to Calvert County Public Schools and the Board of Education, full-time student enrollment dropped from 16,373 in 2010 to 15,569 in 2015. Moreover, the central committee argued “as more baby boomers retire and pay less income taxes, our tax base will continue to shrink.” The central committee said they had not received satisfactory answers to their questions regarding the steps the commissioners planned to take to prevent future tax hikes. Two days before the official vote, eight elected central
“I will not spend our children’s future and I do not advocate living above our means.” Commissioner Mike Hart
“I just would prefer to wait another year.” Commissioner Steven Weems
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Thursday, June 9, 2016 committee members unanimously voted to sent out robo calls to ask all Republicans in Calvert County to contact county commissioners and demand they vote no on the tax increases and focus more on economic development in the county. Commissioner Nutter responded to the central committee’s critical letter during the public meeting Tuesday. Nutter called the eight members of the central committee “the gang of eight” and said he is a Republican, but he serves people of “every race, creed and color.” He said that he would not be bullied or intimidated and “would not get into a Facebook war.” Commenting on the heated discussions sparked from the central committee’s open letter on Facebook, Hejl said he found disparaging comments about governmental employees on social media “disgusting.”
Hejl also considered some commentators un-informed. He said someone suggested selling the Patuxent Business Park, to which his response was “we don’t own the park. I’d like to sell Mike’s business, but I don’t own it.” Slaughenhoupt added in his comment that the county had to make the hard choice between quality of life and raising taxes. “I am as committed to limited government as they come, yet I believe a tax increase is needed to maintain the character of our county,” he said. Commissioner Mike Hart opposed tax increase from the very beginning and said he did not want 94,000 Calvert citizens “paying for individual things.” Although not being able to find $10 million to cut in the budget, Hart said he would not “spend our children’s future and do not advocate
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living above our means.” The other commissioner on the board who opposed the tax hike was Steven Weems. He said he just would prefer to wait another year. The budget passed Tuesday shows that nearly 40 percent of the fund would go to the public school system. Another 40 percent would fund the county government. In a public hearing in May, the Director of Finance and Budget Tim Hayden presented that the tax increase will generate enough money for the county to balance its budget without dipping into the fund balance for the fourth year. The fund balance is the county’s emergency or rainy-day fund. If the county chooses to withdraw fund from it to make up for the budget gap for the 2017 fiscal year, the fund balance would become dangerously low – less than
“I am as committed to limited government as they come, yet I believe a tax increase is needed to maintain the character of our county.” Commissioner President Evan Slaughenhoupt
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$4 million. The board chose not do tap into the fund balance this year to protect the county’s triple A bond rating, which allows the county to borrow at a low interest rate. Nearly half of the county’s revenue comes from real property tax. Income tax contributes to a quarter of the revenue. The property and income tax simply didn’t grow fast enough to make up the loss of funding from the state. Compared with 2014, property tax slightly dropped while income tax increased only $4 million in 2015. An income tax of 3 percent would put Calvert in line with St. Mary’s and Charles counties. It places Calvert the 12th highest among 23 counties and Baltimore city in the state.
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Mike Damron “Piranhas” Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Family Fun Day Chancellor’s Run Park (21905 Chancellors Run Rd, Great Mills)- noon
Swamp Candy The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.
Fried Chicken Dinner Knights of Columbus, Saint Michael’s Council hall (at the junction of Routes 5 and 235 in Ridge)11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pub Night at CMM Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)7 to 9 p.m.
Friday, June 10 Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar and Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons)- 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sara and the Igniter’s Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) Dominic Fragman Solo! The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 11 Patriotfest w/Warren Drive Band Shrimp feast parking lot party Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) St. Mary’s County Crab Festival St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, 11 a.m. Country Dance American Legion (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd, Chesapeake Beach) – 7 p.m.
Monday, June 13 Pizza and Pint Night The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 4 p.m. Team Trivia The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 14 Team Feud The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 15 Free Line Dance Lessons Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Rd, Hughesville), 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open Mic Night The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 16 Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf) – 7 p.m. Ryan Forrester Band The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 8 to 11 p.m.
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Chris Young, Sam Grow and William Michael Moore Preform at Calvert Marine Museum Saturday, June 4,2016
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Bible Study Trinity United Methodist Church (90 Church Street, Prince Frederick) - 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. Trinity United Methodist Church will hold a study of Christianity and Islam that will examine what they have in common and the difference between the two. The Bible study will take place Wednesdays starting May 4th to June 29th. A book will be provided to participants. Trinity is located at 90 Church Street Prince Frederick. For more information contact pastorjim@trinityumchurch.org or 410-535-1782. Chesapeake Community Chorus North Beach Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) - 4 to 6 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus, an all-volunteer chorus which raises funds for Calvert County charities, will hold a practice session. The chorus is looking to add new members and no auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director, 301 855-7477 or email lbrown9601@verizon.net for more information. Calvert Amateur Radio Association (150 Main Street, Prince Frederick) - 7:30 p.m. Calvert Amateur Radio Association, Inc. (CARA) is the oldest amateur radio (ham) club operating in Calvert County. Besides having fun talking locally or around the world to hams everywhere, we provide emergency communications and public services by supporting Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (RACES) and Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES). We support various public service events needing communications such at PRAD parade and CF Bike 60K. Please contact us if you need communication support for your event. We are a long standing Special Services Club of the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL). CARA is also a 501c3 organization and donations are always welcome. We meet on the FIRST Thursday every month at the County Services Building, located at 150 Main Street in Prince Frederick at 7:30 PM in the first floor meeting room. All hams or anyone interested in ham radio are welcome to attend our meetings. The Association operates a VHF Repeater and a Club Station (K3CAL) located at the Mount Hope Community Center in Sunderland, Maryland. The Club Station may be used by members and guest operators by appointment or on a scheduled operating time. The Association has recently installed a UHF repeater and antenna in Prince Frederick. Interested licensed operators may use 146.985 MHz - 156.7 Hz PL tone or 444.950 MHz + 156.7 Hz PL tone. CARA has an open net on Mondays at 7:30 PM on 146.985 MHz, please check in. For further information on current activities, see our webpage at k3cal.org. Or contact Association President Ed Noell KC3EN at president@k3cal.org. calvART Gallery Presents: ATMOSPHERES Prince Frederick Shopping Center (Rt. 4 and 231, Prince Frederick) - Wednesday to Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Five Artists share their visions in clay: Featuring works by Ray Bogle, Denise Breitburg, Marie Estabrook, Randy Estabrook, and Adam Sampson. June 8 to July 3, 2016
Reception: June 11, 5 to 8 p.m. This show is shaping up to be a great show with many non-traditional clay forms, vessels and firing techniques. The artists are excited about their work and are eager to share their visions with the public. Ray Bogle has been working with clay for over 25 years. His creations range from dramatic showspecific works to fun personal designs. His contributions to the craft have included teaching classes for children as well as adults, developing a variety of forms and glazes, and perfecting techniques in the ancient skill of Raku. Denise Breitburg is a marine biologist at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center with a deep passion for the beauty and the complexity of the natural world. She says, “Everything about pottery is magical – from the hypnotic spin of the potters wheel, to the transformation of a shapeless lump to a graceful shape, to the mystery of colors appearing in the heat of the kiln.” Marie and Randy Estabrook are a married couple sharing the same passion for clay. “This is our creative outlet- Randy and I make beautiful ceramic art that reflects the designs and patterns of the natural world,” said Marie. Adam Sampson is our newest member and we can’t wait to see what he produces for this show! Come join us for the opening reception where you can meet the artists, see their work and enjoy appetizers and beverages. For more information, go to www. calvartgallery.org, or call 410-535-9252. The calvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County.
Saturday, June 11 All Saints’ Church’s Treasures Sale All Saints’ Church (Rt. 2 and 4, Sunderland) - 8 a.m. to Noon Find great buys, gently used items and perhaps an antique at All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Treasures Sale Saturday, June 11, from 8 a.m. till Noon inside Parish Hall. Free admission; free parking. For info, call 443-964-4344. Yard Sale - North Beach Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come to the Union Church Yard Sale to buy those treasures donated by some generous local folks. All are cordially invited. Questions may be directed to (410) 257-3555. www.facebook.com/NBUnionChurch. Our Lady Star of the Sea Yard Sale (90 Alexander Ln., Solomons) - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many treasures to be found! Come to our indoor/outdoor yard sale to benefit OLSS School. Space available for rent as well $25 (bring your own table); $30 (we supply the table). Concessions available. For more information contact the Parish Office at 410.326.3535. NDCT Auditions for “Plaza Suite” Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Way, Lusby) - 10 a.m. to Noon Open auditions for New Direction Community Theater’s fall production of the Neil Simon hit comedy “Plaza Suite.” Country Dance - Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach) - 8 p.m. to Midnight For a fun time, come to the Country Dance
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To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email gazettecalendar@countytimes.net with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication. at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons commence at 7 p.m. followed by dancing from 8 p.m. until midnight. The Modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call 301-855-6466. Reservations: Lbloyer@verizon.netwww.ALpost206.org. St. Clement’s Island Heritage Day - Free Admission Saint Clement’s Island Museum (St. Clement’s) - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Discover St. Clement’s Island State Park and its history as the site of Maryland’s first colonial landing in 1634. Kids will enjoy free watermelon and playing heritage games. Historic St. Mary’s City will present the Native American Woodland Indians with a hands-on exhibit. Re-enactors Mike and Virginia Barbour will portray the colonial landowner Dr. Thomas Gerard and his daughter Elizabeth. Re-enactor Pete Woodside will discuss life as the keeper of Blackistone Lighthouse. This free event invites everyone to visit the St. Clement’s Island Museum and enjoy free museum admission as well as free boat rides to St. Clement’s Island State Park for a day of history, fun activities, interesting exhibitor, and scenic waterside vistas. The last boat ride to the island will leave the museum pier at 2 p.m. and the last boat back to the mainland from the island will be at 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 12 Water Taxi to St. Clement’s Island 38370 Point Breeze Rd. Colton’s Point (St. Clement’s) - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take our water taxi to St. Clement’s Island and explore! First trip leaves at 10 a.m. with continuous trips to and from the island between 10 a.m. to Noon and 1p.m. and 2 p.m. The last trip to the island will leave at 2 p.m. and the last trip back to the mainland will leave at 3 p.m. The cost is $7.00 per person (no exceptions) and includes admission to the St. Clement’s Island Museum. Call 301-769-2222 with questions.
Monday, June 13 Free Zumba Fitness in Lusby Southern Community Center (Lusby) - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Try out the dance fitness class that is exercise in disguise! All fitness levels are welcome. Get off that couch and burn calories while having FUN! Questions? email licensed Zumba Fitness instructor Nancy Crosby at love2movezumba@gmail.com.
Tuesday, June 14 VA Benefits Educational Seminar Calvert Memorial Hospital (Prince Frederick) - 6:30 to 8 p.m. Presenters: Amy Szatanek, LCSW-ACHPSW, Director of Patient & Family Services for Calvert Hospice. Lisa J. Donor, VSO, Director of Benefits for Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Cost: $10 suggested donation. If you or your spouse is a United States Veteran, you may be eligible for benefits through the Veteran’s Administration. These benefits may include financial payments, long-term care placements, home
care benefits, funeral benefits, and/or medical equipment. Learn about available benefits, eligibility requirements, how to apply, and what documentation is needed from the Director of Benefits at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home and experienced social work professionals. To register, visit: http:// calverthospice.org/education-seminars/ Questions: Contact Jean Fleming 410-5350892 or jfleming@calverthospice.org. Flag Day Ceremony American Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach) - 7 to 8 p.m. Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 will conduct its Annual Flag Day Ceremony at 7 p.m. at the Post. All members and the general public are invited to attend. For information call (301)855-6466. www. ALPost206.org. Sons of American Leg. Meeting - Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach) - 7 to 8 p.m. The Members of the Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. in the Upper Level Meeting Hall of the Post. All Members are urged to attend and make their voices heard. For more information, call Commander Ward at 410-6107217. www.ALPost206.org.
Wednesday, June 15 Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (Solomons) 10 a.m., 11 a.m. Pirates at Sea - Ahoy Matey! Come dressed as a pirate for this fun program and become the scallywags of the high seas. Free dropin program for children 18-months to three years and their caregivers.
Thursday, June 16 Children’s Kalmar Nyckel Tours Williams Street (Solomons) - Noon, 1 p.m. Waterman’s Wharf located at the end of Williams Street in Solomons. Children in the 1st to 8th grade are invited to climb aboard the beautiful Kalmar Nyckel, the Tall Ship of Delaware and experience what life on a tall ship was like in 1638. The ship is a full-scale re-creation of the colonial ship that brought the first permanent European settlers to Delaware. Throughout this interactive tour, guests will learn how to steer a tall ship without a steering wheel, set and douse a sail, and learn about the ships’ tools and navigation. One adult is required for every five children. Fee is $5. Purchase tickets online at www.KalmarNyckel.org or call 302-429-7447. NARFE Calvert Picnic Cove Point Park (Lusby) - Noon The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter. (Parking and pavilion at end of road) Meet and greet fellow federal employees and neighbors and enjoy a summertime meal under the pavilion. Members, non-members, current federal employees and guests are welcome. Please RSVP 410-326-9024. Bring a salad, side dish, veggie or dessert to share. For NARFE membership Information and Application, Call 410-586-1441.
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Thursday, June 9 Summer Reading Kickoff Evening Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Family storytime for preschoolers. Program includes books, songs, and flannelboard stories. Summer Kick Off. Summer Reading Kick-Off Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join Calvert Library and Calvert County Parks & Recreation at the Northeast Community Center as we kick off this year’s summer reading program--On Your Mark, Get Set, Read! Our storytime librarians will get things started with stories and songs then enjoy free time on an obstacle course set up just for the occasion! Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Get tips and support from other caregivers. Please register. Summer Reading Kickoff Evening Storytime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 7 to 8 p.m. Come help us kick off the Summer Reading Program at an evening storytime celebration of our theme: Ready, Set, READ.
Friday, June 10 On Pins and Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Minecraft Free Play Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 5:30 to 7 p.m. Play Minecraft on our computers while the library is closed to other customers. Please register.
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Saturday, June 11 Garden Smarter: The Role of Aquaculture in Coastal Ecosystem Management Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Aquaculture can be used to place oysters, clams or marine plants in estuaries to filter water and capture nutrients while producing valuable seafood. Balanced ecosystem management will be discussed. Learn Mahjongg Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 1 to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Poets’ Circle Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Beginner or big-time, confident or compulsive, stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work on or just yourself. Please register.
Monday, June 13 Books and Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 10 to 11 a.m. Guest Room by Chris Bohjalian. Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots! Book club for mom, playtime for kids! Zentangling, ZenDoodling, Coloring Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 12:30 to 2 p.m and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Join teacher Lynn Gauthier to learn art techniques to add depth to your coloring and Zentangling fun. The library will supply regular copy paper, colored pencils and a few sharpies. If you would like to bring your own supplies, they are welcome! Learn more about Zentangle at www. Zentangle.com. Please register.
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Book Discussion - Summer Shorts! Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 7 to 8:30 p.m. We will listen to short stories together and then discuss! No reading ahead!
Tuesday, June 14 Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 6 to 9 p.m. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill.
Wednesday, June 15 Book Discussion Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion about Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
Thursday, June 16 Asbury Book Discussion Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons, 10:30 to Noon A lively book discussion every other month on the 3rd Thursday. This month’s title is The Care and Management of Lies by Jacqueline Winspear. Next book to discuss is decided by the group.
Friday, June 17 On Pins and Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
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Garden Smarter: Birdwatching Made Easier Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Rd., Solomons- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Join former Southern Maryland Audubon president Bob Boxwell for some avian identification tips. We will concentrate on what you can expect to find in Southern Maryland through use of pictures, song, and study skins. Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- Noon to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register.
Monday, June 20 Monday Morning Fun Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 10 to 11 a.m. Join us at 10 am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. Calvert Eats Local Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Encourage local agriculture, discover ways to eat locally, and share resources, energy, good ideas and great food! Manga Otaku Artist Nights Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 7 to 8:30 p.m. On the first Tuesday and third Monday of every month, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Twin Beaches Branch, comics and manga fans from ages 10 to 17 gather to draw their own comics! Artist and illustrator (and Calvert librarian) McNevin Hayes will guide you through the basics of story layout, thumbnails, and character construction. Please register.
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Maryland Department of Transportation Seeking Public Comment on the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Program Provides a Look at FederallyFunded State Transportation Projects To ensure all Marylanders have a voice in transportation projects throughout the state, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is inviting the public to comment on the Draft Fiscal Year 2017 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. Maryland’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) is a four-year, fiscally constrained, and prioritized set of transportation projects that is compiled from state, local, and regional plans. The STIP is the formal process of requesting federal funding for the projects in the legislatively approved six-year transportation budget known as the Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP). These projects were first presented to the public for comment in fall 2015 as part of the CTP tour to Maryland’s 23 counties and to Baltimore City. “It is vital for people from every corner of the state to have a voice,” said Secretary Pete K. Rahn. “Through this effort, all Marylanders will have input in developing and delivering a better transportation network across the state.” The STIP is Maryland’s federally-required program that compiles all of the regional metropolitan Transportation Improvement Programs with State non-metropolitan projects to provide one comprehen-
sive list of local and regional priority projects. These projects lists are developed using the 2035 Maryland Transportation Plan (MTP) as a guide. The MTP is a 20-year vision for transportation in Maryland that outlines the state’s transportation goals, policies and priorities and helps guide statewide investment decisions across all modes of transportation. STIP projects are selected through an annual development process. The Maryland STIP is financially constrained by the revenues reasonably expected to be available through the STIP’s four-year funding period. Maryland is federally required to update the STIP every four years. However, MDOT develops a new STIP closer to every two years and solicits comments in accordance with federal law. The STIP was last updated in 2014. MDOT’s Draft STIP can be viewed at mdot.maryland.gov/Draft_FY2017_ STIP. The public may comment in writing through July 5 by email to:mdotplanning@ mdot.state.md.us or mail to STIP Comments Office of Planning & Capital Programming, Maryland Department of Transportation, 7201 Corporate Center Drive, Hanover, Maryland 21076. This is the final phase of public comments on the STIP before the Final FY 2017 STIP is submitted to the US Department of Transportation for approval.
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Thank you to Contributors The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (3CY) would like to thank the sponsors of our Champions for Children Banquet, which was held May 5th. Again this year, we appreciate all the county businesses that provided donations and in-kind support for our premiere event. We thank Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa, County First Bank, Traders Restaurant, Thursday’s Bar & Grill, Sneade’s Ace Home Center, Flagship Cinemas, Fortune Cookie Chinese, The Green Turtle, K-Mart, Panera Bread, Sweet Frog, Papa John’s Pizza, Lusby businesses; Ledo’s Pizza, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Edible Arrangements, Ruddy Duck and Salsa’s Mexican Café, and Solomons’ Rita’s Ice and Holiday Inn and Conference Center. Thank you also to the Town Council of Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County Health Department, Calvert Marine Museum and the Career and Technology Center. We also want to acknowledge individual contributors Barbara Fetterhoff; Barbara &
Jack Fringer; Malcolm Funn; Nancy Highsmith; Sue & Steve Kullen; Phil Millar; Margaret Phipps; Carla Rose; Roberta Safer; William Smith; Brenda Tyrell; Nancy Zinn and Klaus Zwilsky. Your continued support enables us to advocate and facilitate programs for our youth and families. The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth is a catalyst, advocacy, networking and community building organization. It focuses its energies on increasing volunteer and financial resources dedicated to programs for children and youth, and on building community awareness of youth issues. It supports efforts of many outstanding child and family organizations. For more information, Call 410-414-8300 or our website: calvertkids.org. In Appreciation, Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth Board Members
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Calvert Meals on Wheels (CMOW) Needs Volunteers CMOW is seeking its next President. This volunteer board position requires organizational and communication skills as well as a passion for serving vulnerable older adults in Calvert County. CMOW is also in need of a volunteer coordinator in the northern end of the county. Please contact Bob Robertson at 410-271-1274 or bjjrobertson@comcast.net for more information. Red, White and Blue Picnic Reminder This year’s Red, White and Blue Picnic will be held Wednesday, June 15. As a reminder, Calvert Pines Senior Center will be open for Information and Assistance only, no activities or lunch. North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered. Volunteer Needed A senior volunteer is needed for just a few hours per week to provide information and assistance to callers and visitors at the Calvert Pines Senior Center. It is preferred that volunteers be or become senior center participants. If volunteering interests you, please contact Liz Youngblood or Donna Bethge at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.
Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) Legal Aid services will be available by appointment only, Thursday, June 16, 1 – 3 p.m. An attorney will assist seniors with SSI, benefit denials, disability payments, Social Security and SSI overpayments, debtor and consumer problems, advance directives, and tenant issues. Call for an appointment, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. This month’s Ask the Expert – Nurse will conduct Vascular Screenings, Friday, June 17, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Pre-registration required. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) The next AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Tuesday, June 14, 9:30 a.m. at North Beach Senior Center. The first 60 people to register for a class in 2016 will receive $10 off the cost of registration and a free lunch. The regular class fee is $15/AARP members, $20/non-members. Members must show AARP cards. Pre-register by calling 410-257-2549. Celebrate Father’s Day with Root Beer Floats, Friday, June 17, 10:30 a.m. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Seniors will receive helpful tips on how to stay safe on the roads during the Safe Older Driver Presentation, Monday, June 13, 12:45 p.m. A sweet treat will be available for attendees. Get support and helpful information when Calvert Hospice comes to the center, Tuesday, June 14, 1 p.m.
Eating Together Menu Monday, June 13 Cheeseburger, Pasta Salad with Beans, Applesauce Tuesday, June 14 Chicken Salad in a Pita Pocket, Carrot and Cucumber Slices, Pineapple, Grapes Wednesday, June 15 LUNCH SERVED AT RED, WHITE, & BLUE PICNIC AT FAIRGROUNDS
Thursday, June 16 Oven Fried Chicken Leg, Baked Sweet Potato, Seasoned Spinach, Fruit Cocktail,Jell-O Friday, June 17 Stuffed Pepper, Pasta Salad with Beans, Green Beans, Apricots
Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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The Calvert 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 gazetteobits@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Larry Arthur Carson Larry Arthur Carson, 65, of Chesapeake Beach passed away June 2, 2016 in Prince Frederick. He was born June 11, 1950 in Denver, CO and raised in Kensington, MD. Larry graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.A. in electrical engineering. He was employed as an electrical engineer, working his way up to Deputy Base Civil Engineer, the position he’s had for the past 17 years, and retired from Andrews Air Force Base in January of 2015. He enjoyed gardening, carpentry, golf, canning vegetables, cooking and being on the water and outdoors. Larry will be remembered for having a good sense of humor, quick wit and superior knowledge. Larry is survived by his wife of 31 years, Cheryl L. Carson, and daughters Christine N. “Chrissie” Carson and Kelly A. Carson, all of Chesapeake Beach. Also surviving are his parents Richard A. and Mary L. Carson of Arvada, CO, sister Sharon Lindeman and family of Arvada, CO, brother Russell Carson and wife of Ft. Thomas, KY and three nephews.
Vesta Sue Brown Vesta Sue Brown, 73, of Chase City, VA passed away May 31, 2016 in Richmond, VA Sue was a wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker residing in Dunkirk for 45 years before moving to Chase City in 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and one sister. Surviving are her husband Richard Brown
of Chase City, VA; daughter Kim Brown Cowles and her husband Robert of New Market, MD; son Mike Brown and his wife Karen of Lusby, MD; ten grandchildren Joshua Crunkleton and his wife Meagan, Heather Brown and her husband Edwin Espaderos, Zachary, Tyler and Matthew Brown, Hannah, Jesse and Daniel Blankenbeckler, and Audrey and Adam Cowles; a great grandson Parker Crunkleton; and three brothers .
Richard Alfred “Dick” Mulford, Sr Richard Alfred “Dick” Mulford, Sr., 82, of Port Republic, MD died June 5, 2016 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Born January 28, 1934 in East Orange, NJ, he was the son of Alfred Clark Mulford and Bernice (LeCompte) Mulford. Dick graduated from Old Dominion College in Norfolk, VA with a BS Degree. He served in the United States Navy in Korea and aboard the USS Randolph. He worked for the Virginia Institute of Marine Science as a Marine Scientist working to set up a program to sample marine plankton in the offshore waters of Virginia. He relocated in Benedict, MD in 1969 to set up a lab under the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia, PA. Dick then relocated to Scientist Cliffs where he built a deck house. After the completion of his home, he was approached by others to build deck houses for them as well. This started a new career for Dick as a builder. Dick served as a District Court Commissioner of Calvert County and was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church serving on many boards and committees. He raised gourds, decorated them and turned them into birdhouses. He was affectionately known and the “Gourd Man”. Dick is survived by his wife, Virginia “Gina” Mulford whom
he married on June 12, 1954 in a double wedding ceremony with Virginia’s sister Carolyn; his children, Karen Fowler (William), Richard Mulford, Jr. (Mary) and Stacy Hawxhurst (Joe); grandchildren, Erin Kimbro (Nathan), Kurt Fowler (Mary), Laura Gosheff (Mike), Megan Mulford, Karli Hawxhurst, and Katherine Hawxhurst; great-grandchildren, Carter Gosheff, Bailey Gosheff, Gracee Kimbro, Landon Fowler and Hayden Fowler; and sister, Martha Dreswick (Stanley). In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by his brother, James C. Mulford.
Herman R. Wood Herman R. Wood, 80, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away May 24, 2016 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Mr. Wood was born July 11, 1935 in Prince Frederick, MD to Herman and Nellie Wood. Herman was pre-
deceased by his late wife, Verna Wood, his two sons Randall Bishop and Richard Wood, and his brother Bernie Wood. Herman is survived by his two daughters, Judy Wilkins of Saraland, AL, and Vicky Lehman of Prince Frederick, MD. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Randy Wilkins; Christal Montiel; Steven Wilkins; Josh Stinnett; Jessica Hall; Brian Wilkins; Jordan Deleon; his twelve great grandchildren, his sister Clara Esther Wood-Anthony, and his two nieces and two nephews. Mr. Wood is a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served for 23 years. He and his family traveled extensively and lived both inside and outside of the United States during his armed forces services and in his second career as an engineer. He retired with his wife in Merritt Island, FL. Shortly before the passing of his beloved wife, they moved and had a home built in Mobile, AL to be near family. He moved to Prince Frederick, MD where he was born and raised one year before his death. He enjoyed spending time with his family, Church, eating seafood as often as possible, singing old time Gospel music while playing his guitar, and doting on his dog, Lucky. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Mr. Wood’s honor at https:/www.cff.org/Take-Action/ Ways-to-Give/
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Mechanicsville Man Charged With Anne Arundel Murder Was Sought For Calvert Theft Spree By Guy Leona0rd Staff Writer Anne Arundel County detectives have charged Christopher Allen Scheibe, 28, of Mechanicsville with the stabbing murder of an Essex woman May 31. Police identified the victim as Holly Carol Smith, 24, after her body was found in a wooded area in the 2000 block of Industrial Drive in Annapolis. Smith was pronounced dead on the scene, according to information from the Anne Arundel police department. An autopsy showed a puncture wound in Smith’s upper body, police revealed. Police in Anne Arundel developed Scheibe as a suspect and learned that he was already wanted in connection with other charges. Though listed as having no fixed address, Scheibe’s last known address was on Golden Beach Road, according to on-line court documents. Police captured Scheibe in Dorchester County June 2, police information re-
vealed, in East New Market; he confessed to Smith’s murder, police According to on-line court documents Scheibe was wanted by Calvert County law enforcment for numerous misdemeanor and felony counts, including escaping incarceration from Calvert authorities by violating the conditions of his release, burglary and theft, theft of a motor vehicle and committing a theft between $10,000 and $100,000. Records reveal that Scheibe’s alleged crimes occurred between May 25 and May 26. An arrest warrent had been issued for Scheibe by Calvert authorities dated June 1, court records showed. According to Anne Arundel police Scheibe is still being held in an Eastern Shore detention facility. guyleonard@countytimes.net
CALVERT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PRESS RELEASES
During the week of May 31 through June 5 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,115 calls for service throughout the community.
CDS Violation Case #16-31010: On June 2, 2016, Deputy T. Mohler conducted a traffic stop at 4:00pm in the area of South Main Street, Prince Frederick. The driver, Leanne Marie Sullivan, 46, of Charlotte Courthouse, VA, was found to be in possession of several prescription bottles. She was charged and arrested for CDS Possession with Intent to Distribute (Oxycontin) and for CDS Prescription/Remove Label. Disorderly Conduct Case #16-31437: On June 4, 2016, at approximately 11:00pm, Deputy C. Fox, was flagged down by a citizen who advised there was a large crowd fighting at the Mexico Restaurant on Bay Avenue, in North Beach. Deputy Fox was able to diffuse the situation but one individual, Alonzo Pelham, 28, of Upper Marlboro, MD, would not comply with commands to discontinue his loud and aggressive actions. He was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Failure to Obey Reasonable/Lawful Order and Disorderly Conduct. Destruction of Property Case #16-30849: On June 1, 2016, Deputy C. Callison was dispatched to Sark Court, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a destruction of property. An unknown person(s) damaged the victim’s vehicle by puncturing several tires with nails. It is unknown when this crime took place. Destruction of Property/Possible Burglary Case #16-30598: On May 31, 2016, Deputy M. Velasquez responded to H.G. Truman Road, in Lusby, for the report of a destruction of property to a home. Sometime between 12:00 noon on May 26 and 2:30pm on May 31, someone entered a home which had been boarded up
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Theft Case #16- 31040: On June 2, 2016, Deputy D. Naughton responded to Pine Boulevard, in Lusby, for a reported theft from vehicle. The victim advised someone had rummaged through an unlocked vehicle and stole an Apple IPhone charger and money. This crime took place sometime between 6:00pm on June 1 and 6:00am on June 2nd. Theft Case #16-30836: On June 1, 2016, Deputy J. Denton made contact with a victim who arrived at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office to report a theft. Sometime between April 1 and June 1st, an unknown person(s) entered their home on Overlook Drive, in St. Leonard, and stole a ring. The investigation is continuing. Theft Case #16-30760: On June 1, 2016, Deputy V. O’Donnell responded to Cross Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft. The victim stated sometime between 7:00pm on May 31 and 7:00am this morning, June 1st, someone entered their vehicle and stole lottery scratchoff tickets and bank deposit slips. There are no suspects at this time. Theft Case #16-30688: On May 31, 2016, Deputy A. Ostazeski responded to San Jose Lane, in Lusby, for the report of a theft. The victim reported a Cona acoustic/electric guitar was stolen off of the back porch of their home between 7:00pm and 8:00pm that day. If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling 410-535-2800.
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uals who have an unexpected bill or emergency and just need auals temporary loan their who have anagainst unexpected item. everyone has bill orNot emergency and justaccess need toa temporary a savings account or credloan against their Not access ititem. card.” heeveryone says. Uphas until the to a savings accountwere or cred1950s, pawnbrokers the it card.”one he source says. Up until the number of consum1950s, pawnbrokers were the er credit in the United States. number one source of consumcredit in the Aer pawn loan putUnited simplyStates. is when a customers pledge property loan putand simply when asA pawn collateral, in isreturn, a customers pledge property pawnbrokers lend them monas collateral, and in return, ey. When customers pay back pawnbrokers lend them monthe loan, their merchandise is ey. When customers pay back returned them. Pawn loans the loan,to their merchandise is are made to onthem. everything from returned Pawn loans jewelry to on electronics. the are made everythingIffrom customer elects not to redeem jewelry to electronics. If the his or her collateral, is no customer elects not there to redeem credit consequence to the his or her collateral, there isborno rower the items to arethe sold at creditand consequence borarower valueand price retailare consumthetoitems sold at ers. “We usually nice sea value price to have retailaconsumers. “We have aelectronnice selection ofusually pre-owned lection of pre-owned ics, jewelry, tools andelectronmusical ics, jewelry, Itools musical instruments. haveand been doing instruments. I have been doing this for over 15 years and you this for over 15 years and you
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meanwhile, have brought out more people borrowers meanwhile, haveasbrought outand sellers. “Gold and silver prices more people as borrowers and have fluctuated quite a bit sellers. “Gold and silver prices the lastfluctuated few years,quite but overall have a bit thepricesfew areyears, still high and customers last but overall pricgood for their esare are getting still high and value customers arejewelry.” getting good value for their jewelry.”
So whether you're looking to turn your unwanted
So whether you're looking to turn your unwanted jewelry or other valuables in to cash, or just jewelry or other valuables in to cash, or just looking for a good deal, visit Calvert Pawn. looking for a good deal, visit Calvert Pawn.
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