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The cause he fought for, he really believed in -Brenna Savage, sister of William Savage, who fought and died with the Kurds against ISIS in Syria.

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St. Mary’s Loses Out On Hogan To Road Projects Rollback Septic Requirement

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A report from one of the state’s top transportation official showed just how low St. Mary’s County ranks in the scheme of things when it comes to getting funding for key road projects and improvements; at the bottom. County Commissioner Tom Jarboe said Tuesday this was the result of the the passage of the Maryland Open Transportation Investment Decision Act of 2016. “It’s devastating,” Jarboe said. “And the fact that it’s going to continue is crazy. “We don’t rank at all.” The missive from James F. Ports, deputy secretary of operations for the Maryland Department of Transportation, showed that the four transportation projects it had listed in the state’s capital improvement plan rated absolutely no funding in the upcoming budget plan. The amount of money available statewide for what are called capacity projects was $917.1 million. The project to widen Camp Brown Road at Point Lookout State Park, which Gov.

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Gov. Larry Hogan has announced that he is eliminating a requirement for homeowners living outside the state’s most environmentally senstive watershed zone that they use the most technologically advanced septic systems, which many developers and property owners have decried as onerously expensive. Hogan made his announcement at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACO) meeting in Ocean City Aug. 20, effectively repealing the mandate made by his predecessor Gov. Martin O’Malley back in 2012. Hogan’s announcement comes after calls from local officials and builders who had long lamented the high costs resulting from the imposed mandate. “We will deliver this much-needed relief while continuing to ensure that environmental safeguards are in place,” Hogan said. The change in policy was hailed by local elected officials who have long chaffed under the regulations. “That was really great news,” said Evan Slaughenhoupt, president of the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners. “Gov. Hogan’s taking the right position, common sense.” In his speech, Hogan said that the state needed to find ways to focus on dredging sediment from behind the Conowingo Dam at the head of the Chesapeake Bay, which has dumped loads of sediment into the bay after storm overflows. Slaughenhoupt said the mandate from the O’Malley administration never made much sense. “There’s nobody that can convince me that a septic system back 1,000 feet from the shoreline is doing any harm,” Slaughenhoupt said. The best available technology (BAT) requirement will still be in effect for those homeowners still living inside the 1,000 foot buffer zone along the watershed, known as the critical area, but the elimination of the mandate for those outside spells relief, especially since builders and elected

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officials have complained that the science on BAT was not fully proven. The impetus behind the O’Malley initiative was to reduce the amount of nitrogen and phosphorus leaching into the water from septic systems to an even greater degree in an effort to match stringent pollution reduction goals imposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency acting on orders from the Obama Administration. Opponents argued that septic systems locally allowed much less nitrogen and phosphorus to seep into the watershed than the O’Malley administration had claimed. St. Mary’s County Commissioner Todd Morgan said the policy change would provide relief for homeowners who would soon have to make repairs to their septic systems. “If your septic’s failing at least you won’t have to go to BAT but just a regular system,” Morgan said. “It’s a reasonable approach.” g uyle on a rd @ countytimes.net

Larry Hogan touted as a key project on his tour of Southern Maryland earlier this year, rated No. 73 out of 73 projects, dead last. Intersection improvements at the intersection of Moakley and Abell roads in Leonardtown came in at No. 48 while intersection improvements at Route 246 and 471 in Lexington Park ranked at No. 50. The Thomas Johnson Bridge replacement project, considered to regional officials to be the most critical project, ranked in at No. 54. Over the weekend at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACO) meeting in Ocean City, Hogan decried the passage of a bill in the legislature that he believed effectively nixed of the highway projects for rural counties in favor of a transportation scoring scheme that favored more populated counties. He called for its repeal, naming it the “Roadkill Bill.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

St. Mary’s County Building Code Board of Appeals Continues to Accept Applicants Three or more qualified applicants are still being sought by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County interested in serving on the St. Mary’s County Building Code Board of Appeals. Requirements include: individuals should be licensed professional engineers; licensed master electricians; master plumbers or master natural gas fitters; heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration contractors holding a master license; and individuals with expertise in the building trades. Those appointed to the board will serve a three

year term. No compensation is provided. Pursuant to Resolution No. 2016-24, the St. Mary’s County Building Code Board of Appeals shall hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by a building inspector and may grant modifications for individual cases. Appointees will be expected to attend all meeting, some of which may be telephonic. Citizens interested in volunteering to serve on the board should complete an online application available on the county website at http://co.saint-marys.md.us/voluntr/

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Scott Bundy, the current executive director of the Metropolitan Commission, the county’s water and sewer authority, has agreed to stay on with the agency after originally stating he would step down at the end of September, according to one of MetCom’s board members. “He’s going to rescind his resignation,” said Board Member Mike Mummaugh. “I guess he worked out everything with the staff.” Bundy made his resignation public at a meeting back in June and handed in a letter of resignation, but that letter of resignation was not made public at that time. The issue of Bundy’s continued employment with MetCom was up for discussion at the Aug. 18 meeting but Bundy was absent due to a family emergency, according

to Board Chair Brian Barthelme speaking that day, so the item was tabled. A second meeting has been scheduled for today, sources have said, to discuss Bundy’s continued employment. Bundy’s short tenure at MetCom has been praised, especially for his management of tens of millions of dollars in construction money that had laid dormant but still required debt service payments. Bundy had stated publicly to county commissioners that he had started the construction projects for which that money had initially been borrowed. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Lexington Park Community Youth Opportunity at Oriented Policing Unit Celebrates Southern Maryland Center Three Year Anniversary for Family Advocacy To St. Mary’s County Sheriff Tim Cam- bikes enables us to interact with the comeron, the job involves much more than just munity in ways they are not used to seeing. law enforcement. He views his deputies as Its positive police encounters and relationbeing part of a team that is also comprised ship building like this that are helping us of citizens who have a vested interest in the to gain trust from the community, and with well-being of their community. He knows trust comes increased communication from that crime can arise in areas where lack of the public which helps to reduce crime.” community cohesiveness exists, and three Last night, the Lexington Park COPs years ago he set out to improve those condi- Unit attended a Back to School Blast tions for the residents of Lexington Park. hosted by St. Mary’s Caring. Deputies In 2013, the central area of Lexington interacted with school children and their Park was experiencing numerous issues parents realizing the importance of conwhich were affecting the residents and necting with the youth at a young age to businesses on a daily basis, and Sheriff instill in them police are “their friends Cameron wanted to reassure the citizens and helpers” as the COPs Unit likes to say. that his office would be their partner in “There have been several stories during helping to resolve these issues. the last three years where the unit was able In August 2013, Sheriff Cameron insti- to identify a problematic issue within the tuted the Community Oriented Policing community, develop a solution, and then Unit (COPs) in Lexington Park. The COPs apply it over a period-of-time. I am proud Unit consists of Sergeant Clay Safford, of the hard work the unit members do on a Corporal Danny Ray, Corporal Tim Sny- daily basis and look forward to doing even der, Deputy First Class Al Beishline and more,” said Sergeant Safford. Deputy First Class Vince Pontorno. If you happen to pass a member of the These deputies are engaged in building COPs Unit walking the streets or riding a relationships with the residents of Lexing- mountain bike while in the Lexington Park ton Park, while also employing proactive area, feel free to stop and say hello and inpolicing techniques to detect and eliminate troduce yourself. Today, the COPs Unit celcriminal activity in the area. ebrates their third anniversary. One method of proactive policing the From Jennifer Stone, Sheriff’s Office PIO COPs Unit employs is the use of police mountain bikes which has proven to be very effective. They often stop to converse with local residents, many of whom they know by name. The deputies also attend community outreach events, conduct presentations such as active shooter training and drug recognition for parents. During the school year, they visit the two elementary schools in the area on a regular basis. “This is by far the most rewarding job I have ever had in law enforcement, says Sergeant Clay Safford.” He explained, “Stepping out of our police cars and walking the streets or patrolling on Sgt. Clay Safford of the Lexington Park COPS unit meets with children on his beat.

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Seafood Restaurant Relocating By Guy Leonard Staff Writer For years Kevin’s Corner Kafé, tucked into the the back of Leonardtown’s downtown on Park Ave. has been a vital part of the town’s business family but it’s owner has plans to move his store just outside the town’s boundaries. Laschelle McKay, town administrator, said that Kevin Thompson had been looking to move his business for sometime and has chose the disused property that used to be The Willows restaurant near the intersection of St. Andrews Church Road and Route 5 to open a new seafood house. New signage has already been put up advertising the change of venue at the former Willows site. “It’s a big loss,” McKay said. “But we understand it means better parking and a better position. “But it’s still close to Leonardtown.” Thompson said he would be making his move sometime in September. “It’ll be a lot more parking,” Thompson said. “And a bigger kitchen.” Leonardtown has been good to him, Thompson said, since he only started his business eight years ago as a lunch time establishment.

He’s grown to be a dinner spot as well and business had grown so much, he said, that he has run out of parking on may occassions. “They circle the parking lot sometimes looking for a spot and then they leave,” he said. “I don’t want to lose the customers I’ve had for eight years or any new ones. “I’m hidden back in a cubby hole but I’ve done extremely well. From the town office to the people in Leonardtown they’ve been phenomenal to me.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Press Releases 8-22-2016 – Possession – Deputy M. Beyer responded to a call for a disturbance in progress at the Super 8 Motel in California. A witness reported observing a male suspect throwing a female suspect to the ground. The female’s purse was located in a hotel where she was staying. In her purse, deputies recovered suspected cocaine, paraphernalia, and Suboxone. Units later located the female suspect identified as, Shannon Ashley Cronin, age 28, of Churchton, Maryland. Cronin was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was charged with Three Counts of CDS Possession: Not Marijuana, CDS Possession: Paraphernalia, and Prostitution General. CASE# 43439-16

8-19-2016 – Possession – During a routine vehicle stop in the 26000 block of Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown, Corporal P. Smolarsky identified the female passenger as a wanted suspect. The warrant was confirmed with dispatch and the suspect, Megan Lee Maxwell, age 35, of Clements, was placed under arrest. During a search of her purse, numerous loose pills, hypodermic needles, and a suspected smoking device were recovered. Maxwell was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was charged with CDS Possession: Paraherpanlia. 8-19-2016 – Possession – Deputy A. Manns responded to the 26000 block of Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown, to assist another deputy with a motor vehicle stop. A routine check revealed the motor vehicle was not registered, and the tags were not returned to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. The driver, Joseph Louis Herbert, age 50, of Mechanicsville requested the vehicle be towed, and a routine inventory search was completed. During the search, a spoon containing suspected heroin, a bottle containing a suspected heroin rock, and a homemade smoking device were located. Herbert was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was charged with CDS Possession: Not Marijuana and CDS Possession: Paraphernalia. CASE# 42776-16

Breaking and Entering to a Motor Vehicle – Unknown suspect(s) entered a motor vehicle and stole cash in the 23000 block of Husband Drive in California. Corporal E O’Connor is investigating the case. CASE# 42886-16 Breaking and Entering to a Motor Vehicle – Unknown suspect(s) forced entry into a motor vehicle and stole property in the 22000 block of Brown Street in California. Deputy Wesner is investigating the case. CASE# 42889-16 Robbery – Unknown suspect(s) forcibly stole cash from a victim in the 22000 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park. Corporal O’Connor is investigating the case. CASE#42937-16 Recovered Stolen Motor Vehicle – A stolen motor vehicle was recovered at Lord Baltimore Way in Lexington Park. Deputy First Class A. Schultz is investigating the case. CASE# 42888-16 Burglary to Motor Vehicle – An unknown suspect entered an unsecured vehicle and stole property at the Wawa on Rue Purchase Road in Lexington Park. Corporal S. Cathcart is investigating the case. CASE# 43177-16 Burglary to Motor Vehicle – Unknown suspect(s) entered a motor vehicle and stole property in the 23000 block of Marshall Road in Lexington Park. Deputy First Class J. Maguire is investigating the case. CASE# 43173-16 Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) forced entry into a garage and shed in the 28000 block of Thompson Corner Road in Mechanicsville. Deputy S. Bowie is investigating the case. CASE# 43191-16

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Weekly Fishing Report By Ken and Linda Lamb Special To The County Times

Rockfish and blues were mixed together, breaking and attracting lots of birds Sunday evening at Cedar Point. The rockfish were right at the 20 inch legal limit, and the blues were about the same size. Rock, blues and spanish mackerel are in a big thrash from buoy 72A to below the target ship. Many of the rockfish are in excess of 20 inches, blues are good sized and most of the spanish are around 18 inches, but some are pushing 30. Trollers like to use planers with small spoons pulled really fast for the mackerel which are fantastic smoked. Big rockfish in the 30 inch class are up the Potomac on the bars and on the shoreline. All manner of lures cast at dusk and

Ron is getting these fish every eviening and night off the beach in the mouth of the Patuxent

Ron Jackson caught thid 12 and 3 quarter inch croaker at Goose Creek NAS

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dawn will bring strikes from the feeding fish. Boaters cruising out of Breton Bay and St. Clements are getting their limits every evening using top water poppers or bucktails. The Patuxent has rockfish, likewise. Jiggers will find willing rockfish around the pilings of the Solomons bridge. Cobia are still being chummed up in the bay on the lumps below the target ships. The big tropical fish can get closed mouth at the end of August and will swim into the chum line but not hit any bait offered. This will change when we get into fall and the water cools. Spot showed up at Drum Point this week in 43 feet of water. The first big catches of the year were reported there staring last Monday. The spot are big, about hand size; the bigger humpbacks are not here yet. Small spot in the 3- to 6-inch range are in the shallows now. White perch are in the creeks and eager to take cast spinner baits on the high tides most any day in the dusk and dawn. Bright sunshine with the sun high will find the perch in siesta mode. Bottom fishermen can find perch in the rivers most anywhere. Drift around in 30 feet of water until you strike a few and drop the anchor. They love bloodworms, squid, and peeler crab. Croaker have headed for the deep water in the rivers. They will come ashore in the evening looking for food. These fish will be more active when cooler weather triggers feeding. There are tons of crabs everywhere. This is the best crabbing we can remember.

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County Man Killed In Fight Against ISIS By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Relatives and close friends of St. Mary’s native William Savage, 27, say that he had a life long desire not only to join the military but to see combat. Even though childhood medical issues kept him out of the military he would not let it keep him out of the fight. The war in Syria and Iraq, where units like the Kurdish Peshmergae and People’s Protection units are fighting Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) gave him the opportunity to fight for a cause he believed in. According to reports from the Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG) Savage was killed in combat Aug. 10 in the city of Marbij in northern Syria in combat with the forces of the Islamic State. “I wasn’t happy about him going but it’s what he wanted,” said Mary Slade, a local accountant who was Savage’s baby sitter and later his financial guardian in charge of his trust fund. “I absolutely believe he was a good soldier.” Savage’s sister, Brenna Savage, said her brother’s determination to make something of himself, a soldier, was always with him. “Growing up with him he was full of energy and spirited,” Brenna said. “He really had that in him [to be a soldier] “I believe he was going to do something no matter what. He wanted to fight.” She said her brother grew up like many other young men but after their mother died in 2007 after a battle with cancer he became more serious and more restless. “He wanted to protect people,” Brenna said. “The Photographs of Williams Savage, killed in combat this month in cause he fought for, he really Syria fighting against ISIS, show his growth from childhood to self-made soldier who gave his life protecting people who were believed in.” not his own.

Slade said he arrived in Syria in Jan. 2015 and first joined the Peshmergae, a fighting force dedicated to protecting the Kurdish people. The name Peshmergae literally translated means “those who face death.” After serving in that unit in Northern Iraq he moved on to the YPG. According to reports from the YPG, Savage was trying to rescue people from a building during the fighting for Marbij when he was severely wounded and succumbed to his injuries. His efforts and those of the YPG fighers were not in vain, however, as the Kurdish forces were able to take the city Aug. 13 according to news reports. Before becoming a volunteer soldier in the fight against ISIS, Savage worked in odd jobs as he grew up and got his general equivalency in high school, Slade said. He even started taking college courses at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, walking about 16 miles round trip per day to take courses since he was without a working car. His mother, Nancy Smith, had at one time been a professor at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. But pursuing a college education just did not satisfy his need to be in the fight, Brenna said. “He was definitely restless,” Brenna said. “He wanted to do something that really meant something.” She occassionally talked with him through e-mail, she said, when her brother could make it to a secure area. He never spoke of any of the battles he was involved in, Brenna said, and they only discussed family affairs. The last e-mail discussion she had with William was about a much-loved dog of his that had passed away.

“I’m sorry he passed away,” Savage wrote to his sister back in May. “I actually had just been looking at the photos you sent of him a few hours before.” Savage ended his message with the intention of one day reuniting with his sister. “Hope all is well in you and your [family’s] lives, and I hope to see y’all in the future.” Pictures of Savage in the warzone with his comrades, provided by his sister, show a young, confident man who seemed to have found the purpose and happiness in life he had so long sought. It was the face of a man that Brenna knew little about compared to the younger brother she grew up with. “This is a side of him I never got to see,” Brenna said. “I’m so happy he turned into such an amazing person.” Savage’s sacrifice was memorialized by his comrades and the cause for which he fought. “Despite all differences, William believed in building a common and peaceful life,” YPG said in a statement regarding his death. “And his memory will stay alive in the hearts and souls of all his friends.” Foreign fighters volunteering against ISIS are often only given food and accomodations for their service; while he was fighting Savage took the name of Amed Kobane. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Friday, Sept. 2

5 -8 PM in Downtown Leonardtown

Special performances by the Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra Brass Quartet Spring Ridge Rhythm Band OPAL FINE ART, Gallery and Gifts 41625 Park Avenue, 301-884-2356

Be sure to stop by Opal Fine Art for the Opening Reception for their new exhibit “Horses, Hounds, and Waiting for Foxes” by Maryland artist Linda Epstein, see flyer for details. Opal Gallery is also a proud participant in Leonardtown’s Art Walk during the September First Friday evening events. This art show opens on August 31st and runs through September 27th. See you soon at the gallery!

THE CRAFT GUILD SHOP

26005 Point Lookout Road, 301-997-1644

The Craft Guild Shop will be making a special appearance on the Square during First Friday, stop by to see some of the items carried at their shop. Local artists from the Guild will be set up across from the former site of Café Des Artistes performing demos and will be available to provide info. about upcoming classes and special events at their shop!

FENWICK STREET USED BOOKS & MUSIC 41655A Fenwick Street, 301-475-2859

Book Signing, come meet Christopher R. Eck! “Images of America: Southern Maryland’s Historic Landmarks”… Christopher R. Eck is a trained historian, archaeologist, attorney, and historic preservationist who has photographed many of southern Maryland’s historic landmarks and selected photographs from the Historic American Buildings Survey and the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South in the collections of the Library of Congress to tell this story.

NORTH END GALLERY

41652 Fenwick Street, 301-475-3130

The artists of North End Gallery are proud to celebrate the gallery’s 30th anniversary Observance of this significant milestone includes new works of art and special memories of the past 30 years. In addition to the anniversary celebration, North End Gallery is participating in the Leonardtown Art Walk, with three Art Walk works on display. First Friday reception is from 5 to 8 PM.

GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS CO. 41765 Park Avenue, 301-475-1630

Be sure to stop by the Good Earth shop for ArtWalk First Friday, two local artists will be present and participating in the evening’s activities. Jill Smithson of Hearts Weaving Harmony and Sylvia Jacobs, photographer. Come by between 5 and 8 pm on Sept. 2nd to meet these two talented ladies, and as usual the Good Earth staff will be mixing delicious smoothies made to order, just for you!

QUALITY STREET KITCHENS

41625 Fenwick Street, 301-997-0700

Stop by Quality Street Kitchens for a special evening of wine tasting, for only $5 you may sample up to four different choices! This is a great First Friday deal; also check out their extensive selection of cooking/ kitchen related products, upcoming class schedules, and their catering menus.

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22696 Washington Street, 301-475-FUZZ

For First Friday in Sept we will offer a free mini lesson on a cardboard loom. Come in and weave with us! We are working on out community weaving project, come check it out.

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Come celebrate the anniversary of Leonardtown’s designation as an Arts & Entertainment District! Jazz Trio, Higher Standards, will be performing live on the square. Check out Art Walk and vote for your favorite 3 pieces of art located in businesses throughout Leonardtown. Drop off your ballot at the Leonardtown Arts Center by 8 pm, the first 100 to drop off get a free gift!

will sign copies of his book, Images of America: Southern Maryland’s Historic Landmarks He is is a trained historian, archaeologist, attorney, and historic preservationist who has photographed many of southern Maryland’s historic landmarks. 41655A Fenwick Street Downtown Leonardtown, MD

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Art Walk Business and Artists North End Gallery 41625 Fenwick Street • Rachael Platt Stag Transfiguration • Ruth S. Collins Cabin on the Rolling Road • Polly Lange Giant Black Market Interiors 41665 Fenwick St. • Carrie Lee Lost Memories • Christina Allen Bicycle at Smith Island Fenwick Street Used Books & Music 41655 Fenwick St. • Warren Salmon Stoic Heritage Chocolates 22699 Washington St. • Marianna Nystrom Resting Rabbit • Molly Hewitt Annapolis Trip Fuzzy Farmers Market 22696 Washington St. • Ann Preston Freshly Picked • Louise Korade Chickadee Collage

Opal Fine Arts 41625 Park Avenue • Jane Rowe Remains of the Day • Andy Plautz Shadow and Light • Linda Epstein Over the Coop Good Earth Natural Foods 41675 Park Avenue • Jill Smithson Medley’s Neck Meditation • Sylvia Jacobs Seagull Yoga Leonardtown Arts Center 22660 Washington St. • Joanne Van Brunt Walk into the Light • Laurence R. Langfeldt Ebony • Dana Bredin Look Towards the Sun Crazy for Ewe 22715 Washington St. • Sigrid Stiles Still Life with Cabbage • Wendy Schneider Rockfish at Sunrise Olde Towne Insurance 22720 Washington St. • Bernard Matus Infinity

Caught My Eye 22760 Washington St. • Laurence R. Langfeldt Ebony Yellow Door Art Studios 22795 Washington St. • Kate Willette November Flame • Beverly Adams Galaxy Sky • Joanna Macaulay Goose Family Dunkin Donuts 22845 Washington St. • Adrienne Dixon Sheer Space Port of Leonardtown Winery 23190 Newtowne Neck Road • Gail Chenevey Scouting the Shore Leonardtown Vintage Market 22660 Washington St. • Sonia Roy Burst of Flowers Quality Street Kitchens 41625 Fenwick St. • Brenda Elmore Beneath the Bay Tudor Hall 41680 Tudor Pl. • Nicole Stewart On the Porch

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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 guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

William “Billy” Wendell Cusic, Sr.,

William “Billy” Wendell Cusic, Sr., of Chaptico, Maryland, passed away on August 13, 2016 at his home in Chaptico. Born on February 23, 1941 in Leonardtown, Maryland, Billy was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County having grown up in Mechanicsville. As a child, he was an altar boy at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and also attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School. He went on to graduate from Margaret Brent High School, Class of 1960. On June 16, 1962 he married Joyce Ann Knott from Chaptico at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bushwood, Maryland. From there they went on to celebrate 54 years of marriage and had three children. During his younger years, he worked with his father, Elwood Cusic and brother’s

Bobby and Teenie on the Patuxent View Farm. There he raised cattle, hogs, grew tobacco, hay and other products. Billy was a proud part of showing prized Hereford Cattle winning many awards at county fairs throughout the state. He continued that job until 1963. From his years of being a farmer Billy acquired quite an ability to fix mechanical things. He moved on from being a farmer to work for Maryland Tobacco Growers in Waldorf, Maryland. There they sent him to maintenance and repair school for International Trucks and Tractors. He later moved on to work for Joe McKay (International Tractors) in Leonardtown, Maryland and being promoted to Shop Foreman. In the early 1970’s Billy decided it was time to venture out on his own and become self-employed as a mobile mechanic. He then purchased a used potato chip box truck which belonged to his twin brother and the rest is history. Billy began his mobile mechanic service by going to customer’s farms and places of business and repaired whatever truck, tractor or equipment that needed to be fixed. In 1976 he moved from a small house trailer in Leonardtown where he and his wife and three children lived and built a home with a one bay garage in Chaptico “Crossroads”. There his business continued to grow and as the business grew he slowly expanded his shop. What started as a one man operation with a lot of help and support from his wife, Joyce Ann, had

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turned into something larger than he had ever dreamed. Over time he expanded to numerous service trucks, light and heavy duty wreckers and rollbacks with 24 hour a day service/towing. In what little free time Billy had over the years he loved going to antique car shows and restoring antique cars. He and his wife along with their son, Johnny, restored several cars that were pristine down to the exact style nut and bolt from the factory. One such vehicle, a 1956 Ford Victoria, took 2nd place in the Nation in Nashville, Tennessee. Another one, a 1956 Chevrolet Belair, 2 door hardtop, won Best 1956 at the Classic Chevy Show in Baltimore, Maryland. Over the years, Billy has volunteered many hours too many different causes. He was a past member of the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. He was instrumental in the restoration of the Old St. Joseph’s Cemetery on Busy Corner Road in Morganza, Maryland. Along with the help of former Sheriff and friend, Wayne Pettit, Billy was able to gain access to work inmates on weekends to come and help his family, friends and others restore the old cemetery back to the way it should have looked by showing respect for those who had passed before us while giving their families the ability to find their loved ones. He was also a very big supporter for our local Fire and EMS and Law Enforcement in the county. The guys and gals in red and blue knew if they got in a jam they could give him a call and he would be right there to help without question! Billy was predeceased by sons: William Wendell Cusic, Jr., “Billy Boy”, and Timothy Allen “Timmy” Cusic, brother, Joseph “Teenie” Cusic, Jr., Father, Joseph Elwood Cusic and Mother, Elvie Wood Cusic. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Ann, son, Johnny Cusic (Amy), twin brother, Bobby Cusic (Betty Jean) and grandchildren: Christian Cusic-Wilson, Connor William Cusic and Carson Blake Cusic. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 19, 2016 from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Charles Gallagher officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery Helen, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s County P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangement provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.

Jesse Thomas Cummings

Jesse Thomas Cummings, 95 of Lexington Park, MD died August18, 2016 at Solomons Nursing Center in Solomons, MD. He was born on February 13, 1921 in Little Rock, AK to the late Jesse Cummings. In 1947 in San Diego, CA Jesse met and fell in love with his late wife, Lucille A. Cummings. After a two week, love at first sight, whirlwind romance, they were married. Together, they celebrated over 67 wonderful years of marriage before her passing in March 2014. Jesse served his country in the United States Navy for over 13 years before his Honorable Discharge as a Chief. He owned and operated The Electronic Service Company in Great Mills, MD for over 45 years. His hobbies included boating, fishing, bird watching and gardening. He enjoyed watching sunsets on the water, which he found to be very relaxing. He was an avid Washington Redskin fan. He was a life member and charter member of the Elks Lodge 2092. He was the oldest elk in the Lodge. He was also a long time member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Jesse is survived by his grandchildren, Michael Cummings (Carrie) of Hollywood, MD and Angela Cummings of Lexington Park, MD; his great grandchildren, Chase and Michaela Cummings; his daughterin-law, Oleta Copsey of Hollywood, MD; and his dear friend, David Jarrell of Solomons, MD. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his wife; his son, Wayne Cummings; his daughter, Candace Cummings; and his brothers, Junior and Eugene Cummings. Family will receive friends on Monday, August 22, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 12:00 p.m., at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 22375 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

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The Town of Leonardtown is accepting proposals for a Public Art Project The Town of Leonardtown’s Arts and Entertainment District, in conjunction with the St. Mary’s Arts Council, is seeking professional artists interested in creating a public work of art to be installed on the east side of Washington Street, adjacent to the new Town Office and the Leonardtown Arts Center. The winning proposal/artist will create a piece that is appropriately durable for an outdoor installation, interactive, engaging and fun for all ages and it can be abstract or representational.

The total project cost cannot exceed $10,000 and is to include all supplies, site visits, materials, site preparation, lighting, installation and artist fees. The Maryland State Arts Council is offering this matching grant. The application deadline is Monday, September 26, 2016. For more information and to download the proposal documents, please visit www. stmarysartscouncil.com

Luxe Hair Salon at The Wildwood Retirement Village Seniors at the Villages at Wildewood got to meet Stylist, Paula Vallejo on August 10 in the newly renovated hair salon at Village Clubhouse. The ribbon cutting followed by a “meet-and-greet” gave residents a chance to welcome the new manager of the Luxe Hair Salon. Paula, her husband, John and three of their five daughters gave residents a preliminary look at their new business, which opened to customers on August 15, 2016.

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Paula, already an experienced salon operator, plans to keep abreast of constantly changing trends. She plans to take a course in Baltimore titled “Look Good, Feel Better,” which is geared toward cancer patients and will continue to pursue training to enhance her skills.

Seasonal Maintenance to Close Great Mills Pool As the summer season winds down, the Great Mills Swimming Pool’s maintenance season is gearing up. Seasonal maintenance will close the pool from Tuesday, September 6 through Friday, September 16. The pool will reopen for normal operation on Saturday, September 17. During this time, the pool’s air supported “bubble” structure will be installed, transforming the pool into an indoor facil-

ity. Other seasonal maintenance and staff training will also occur during this time. Recreation and Parks regrets any inconvenience the temporary closure of the pool may cause. For more information, please contact the Great Mills Swimming Pool, located at 21100 Great Mills Road, in Great Mills, at 301-866-6560.

Help Reduce Mosquito Population by Eliminating Standing Water

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The best way to prevent mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases is to get rid of mosquito breeding habitats. At the height of mosquito season, the Calvert County Department of General Services Mosquito Control Program is again asking residents to assist in the control of mosquitoes by inspecting their properties for standing water. Any area or container that holds water for a week or more has the potential to produce hundreds, or even thousands, of mosquitoes. The county Mosquito Control Program team offers the following tips: • Drain or dump tarps, buckets and flower pots. • Keep roof gutters free of leaves and other debris. • Fill in tree stump holes from blown over trees as soon as possible. • Dispose of cans, plastic containers and anything else that can hold water.

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Cover or drill holes in recycling containers or outside trash cans. • Turn wheelbarrows, wading pools, children’s toys and other similar items over or put them away. • Store boats covered or upside down. • Clean and put fresh water in birdbaths or wading pools regularly. • Make sure your home’s windows and doors have proper screening. • When outdoors wear light colored long pants and long sleeves. • Use an approved insect repellent according to manufacturers’ instructions. The Calvert County Mosquito Control Program provides countywide integrated pest abatement of nuisance and vector (disease carrier) mosquitoes. For a comprehensive overview of the program, visit online at www.co.cal.md.us/MosquitoControl.

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Bingo Every Saturday at Mother Catherine Academy (33883 Chaptico Road Mechanicsville) 5 to 10 p.m. SATURDAY NIGHT BINGO! Doors open at 5 pm. Early Birds start at 6:30 pm. Regular Games start at 7:00 pm. $10 admission (includes one regular book). Progressive Money Ball! Door prizes. Concessions: Weekly specials along with regulars Pizza, Cheeseburgers, Hamburgers, Hot dogs and French Fries. We are located on Route 238 Chaptico Road just one mile off of Route 5. Call 301-884-3165 for more information. Visit our website www.mothercatherine. org for Jackpot and Moneyball update. Cedar Point Ladies Golf Cedar Point Golf Course (PAX River NAS, Lexington Park) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cedar Point Ladies Golf Association (CPLGA) plays EVERY Tuesday morning. Arrive and be ready by 8:15 a.m. Tee off starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. All skill levels are welcome. PGA Teaching Pro will be offering clinics during the season. Join the 9 hole group or the 18 hole group. Working woman option: Play any day before Sunday 5pm with a CPLGA member and turn in your signed score card. Eligible members include all active duty, reserve, retired or military personnel or their dependents; DOD federal personnel and family members employed at Patuxent River, St. Inigoes, or Solomon’s Annex, Cedar Point Officers’ Club silver card holders, contractors, members of the Navy League, and sponsored guests. For more information: Contact Pam at Pam447@me.com, Kimbra.benson@hotmail.com, Pat at rodschroeder@comcast.net. Sotterley Farmer’s Market Historic Sotterley Plantation (Sotterley) 8 to 9 a.m. The public is invited to the Sotterley Plantation grounds to shop local! Purchase the best quality home-grown vegetables, fruit, and plants, as well as unique, handcrafted items. For the third year running, we further strengthen our strong ties to the Southern Maryland farm community and continue our over 300 year farming tradition as we open up the Sotterley Farmer’s Market – a producer only farmer’s market – every Saturday from May 28 through September 24! SMS Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store (16562 Three Notch Rd., Ridge) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just because summer is here doesn’t mean we are closed. Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store will continue to be open on Saturdays between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays between 10 a.m to 1 p.m.. Donations will only be accepted between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. We will continue to post specials in the store, as well as on our facebook page. We look forward to having you stop by and see us!!!! We have all kinds of fun summer clothes, shoes, and accessories for all your summer parties and events. We also have small appliances, furniture, pictures, etc. Tons of dishes for summer parties! Come see us!!!! PS- We have AC! Come enjoy the AC while shopping!

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Water Taxi to St. Clement’s Island (38370 Point Breeze Road Colton’s Point) 10 a.m. to2 p.m. Take our water taxi to St. Clement’s Island and explore! First trip leaves at 10:00 am with continuous trips to and from the island between 10:00 a.m to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. The last trip TO the island will leave at 2 pm and the last trip back to the mainland will leave at 3pm. 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. Each Saturday and Sunday. A Matter of Balance (Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd.) 1 to 3 p.m. The Northern Senior Activity Center will be hosting A Matter of Balance on Mondays, July 11-Aug. 29, from 1-3 p.m. The program is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce the risk of falls, and learn simple ways to increase strength and balance. The program is free and registration is required. Call 301-475-4002, ext. *3101, for more information. Kickboxing (Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780 Baldridge St.) 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Kickboxing tones muscles through punching and kicking using focus pads, target pads, and mitts. Participants may notice an improvement in overall balance and flexibility. The aerobic moves of kickboxing have been shown to improve circulation and it offers a great stress relief. This specialized class, held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesdays, July 6-Aug. 17, from 8:30-9:30 a.m., is geared towards active men and women ages fifty and above. This class offers great energy without the high impact that occurs during a mainstream kickboxing class. The instructor, Geno Rothback, is a registered nurse, a senior fitness instructor, a black belt in Taekwondo and is a certified Martial Fusion and Kickboxing instructor. Cost is $30 payable to Geno Rothback. Payment required at time of reservation. Call 301475-4200, ext. *1050, to learn more. Bingo - Am. Leg. Post 82, La Plata (6330 N. Crain Highway, La Plata) 7 to 10 p.m. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82 will hold smoke-free BINGO Thursdays with early birds beginning at 7:00 pm at Harry White Wilmer American Legion Post 82, 6330 Crain Highway, La Plata. Doors open 6 pm. Call (301) 934-8221. PUBLIC WELCOME.

Thursday, August 25 KofC Golf Tournament (Breton Bay Golf and Country Club – 21935 Society Hill Rd, Leonardtown) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Golf Tournament and Pig BBQ is sponsored by: Knights of Columbus Council 10957, St Francis Xavier Parish. (Rain date Sept 6, 2016). Held at Breton Bay Golf and Coun-

try Club and the format is four-person team – best ball scramble. Open to Men, Ladies and Junior players. Cost: $80 per person / $320 per foursome. Event includes: Green Fee and Cart, Luncheon & Beverages, Golf Range Balls and Tournament Prizes. Menu: BBQ pig and all the trimmings By Kevin’s Corner Kafe. Portion of Proceeds go to: K9s for worriers, Council Programs and Charity Activities. POC: Tom Koviak (Chairman) 240-434-1464. Sheriff’s Office Fall Citizens Academy (St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office – 23150 Leonard Hall Dr, Leonardtown) 6 to 9 p.m. Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron announces open enrollment for the 2016 Fall Citizens Academy. The academy is designed to give an inside look into our day-to-day operations. Sessions are held on Thursday nights from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. for an eight week period. The 2016 Fall Session of Citizens Academy will begin on August 25th, 2016 and end on October 13th, 2016. Persons interested must be over the age of 18 and submit an application. To register for the academy, contact Ms. Kelly Castle at (301) 475 – 4200 ext. *1910, Kelly.Castle@ stmarysmd.com or apply online at www. firstsheriff.com. Citizens Academy classes fill up quickly, so reserve your seat today!

Friday, August 26 Mother Catherine Academy Gala Event (21890 Society Hill Rd, Leonardtown) 6 to 11:30 p.m. Join us for a “Night In Wonderland” at the 2nd Annual Mother Catherine Academy Gala Event. All proceeds from this event will support our independent school. The night will include a Silent and Live Auction, Dinner, Open Bar and Dancing. To donate an item, become a sponsor or for ticket information, please contact Kim Bailey at kimbailey2754@gmail.com or 301-904-5272. Connection Café, Presents “One Accord Gospel Group” (Hollywood Church of the Nazarene – 24710 Sotterley Rd, Hollywood) 6:30 to 9 p.m. The Gospel singing group “One Accord” will be performing. This is a free event to the public with complimentary drinks and snacks. All are welcome for more information contact Terri at 301-884-8082.

Saturday, August 27 Women’s Ministry Presents Women Becoming Dynamic Disciples (46370 Pegg Land, Lexington Park) Presented by First Missionary Baptist Church. Registration fee is $25. Registration and Continental Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and the conference is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 301-865-8388. Annual Brown Bag Auction Fundraiser (13820 Point Lookout Rd, Ridge) Noon to 4 p.m. The Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad & Auxiliary is hosting it’s Annual Brown Bag Auction Fundraiser! Lots of great items up for grabs to include: Walt Disney World Hopper Passes, Georgetown Hoya tickets, Passes to Capital Clubhouse in Waldorf,

2 night stay in the Fall to Castaways RV Resort, Gift Certificates, items donated by local vendors such as Scentsy, Thirty-One, Tupperware, LuLaRoe, and much much more! The Ridge Volunteer Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary will also be hosting a Vendor Fair that day and selling food and baked goods! $1 per ticket, 6 for $5, and an Arms length for $20. Hollywood Vol. Rescue Squad Auxiliary Steak Dinner (43256 Rescue Lane, Hollywood) 4 to 7 p.m. Dine In or Carry Out. Steak - cooked to order, salad, baked potato, green beans, beets, iced tea. Desserts available for purchase. $16 for adults and children 13+. $12 for children 5-12. Free for children under 4.

Sunday, August 28 Chaptico Optimist Adult 3D Bow Hunter Tournament (24346 Maddox Rd. Chaptico) 11 a.m. For the Bow & Arrow enthusiast, come test your skill on our 3D Wooded Trail. Registration from 11am to 12pm. Lots of targets, keep score, prizes awarded to highest scores. Must be 16 years of age to enter. Registration Fee of $40.00 per person includes Food & Refreshments, Placement & Door Prizes.No Alcohol on premises. For more info contact Gwen at gtennyson@ md.metrocast.net or call301-904-0794.

Monday, August 29 SMYOC Orchestra Auditions (Leonardtown High School – 23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) 4:30 to 6 p.m. All audition requests must be submitted through our website www.smyoc.org. SMYOC has a 2-tier orchestral progam. The upper tier, known as the Youth Orchestra, allows its musicians to choose which of 2 rehearsal locations they would like to attend: Leonardtown or Prince Frederick. The same repertoire is rehearsed weekly at each location; the 2 groups join together for performances to make one large Youth Orchestra on a single stage. The Youth Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, containing string, woodwind, brass and percussion sections, and is suited to experienced students who play at Level 4 or better; applicants up to age 20 may be accepted. The lower tier, known as the Preparatory Strings Orchestra welcomes less experienced students who play violin, viola, cello or bass at Level 2 or above. The Prep Orchestra rehearses weekly as a single group, at a rehearsal location in either Calvert or St. Mary’s counties. Don’t hesitate to apply now to ensure you can join us this year!

Tuesday, August 30 AARP Smart Driving Course (29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall) 9 a.m. The Northern Senior Activity Center will host the AARP Smart Driving Course on Tuesday, Aug. 22 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. with a lunch break at 11:30 a.m. This course includes proven safety strategies that older drivers can use to compensate for changes

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Community as they age and allow them to drive more safely and confidently for as long as possible. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members with cash or check made payable to AARP. Payment is required to sign up for the class. Lunch is by donation from seniors 60 and older; $6 for others. Call 301-475-4002, ext. 3101 to reserve a lunch.

Wednesday, August 31 Point Lookout State Park “Sprouts” Drop-In Program (Point Lookout State Park – 11175 Point Lookout Road, Scotland) 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Point Lookout State Park is now offering a weekly “Sprouts” drop-in program for preschool age children and their families. Visit the Marshland Nature Center within the park for themed story time, outdoor activities, games and crafts lead by a park naturalist. There is no charge for this program, the only cost is the $3 park daily use entrance fee. Come and play at the nature center as long as you like, plus enjoy the rest of the park! Program activities will be offered throughout the three hour event window; drop in any time! Theme for Wednesday, August 31: Protecting Our Pollinators. For More Information, contact the park nature center: (301) 872-5085. Line Dance Lessons (Hotel Charles – 15110 Burnt Store Rd, Hughesville) 7 p.m. Free line dance lessons taught by the Southern Maryland Boot Scooters. Beginner lessons 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Intermediate lessons 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM.

Thursday, September 1 Seminar: Harnessing the Power of Data (Southern Maryland Higher Education Center – 44219 Airport Rd, California) 8 a.m. The Patuxent Partnership will host a daylong program, “Harnessing the Power of Data to Enable Warfighting Superiority” on Thursday, September 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center. A reception will follow at Bollywood Masala. The Patuxent Partnership works with government, industry and academia on initiatives in science and technology, hosts programs of interest to NAVAIR and the broader DoD community, supports workforce development including education initiatives and professional development. 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 $8.00. Choose from CHICKEN or STEAK. Eat here or take one to go.

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Am. Legion Post 221 Meeting (AL Post 221 – 21690 Colton Point Rd, Avenue) 8 to 9 p.m. American Legion Post 221 invites all active duty personnel and veterans to join us for our monthly meeting on the first Thursday of each month at 8:00pm. Visit our website at http://www.alpost221. webs.com/ or e-mail us at alpost221@ netscape.net. Call (301) 884-4071 for more information.

Tip of the Week Start a binder with patterns downloaded from the internet. Have separate category, ie. Knitting, crochet, rafts, quilting, etc. Tip from Craft Guild Shop of St. Mary’s

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St. Mary's County Fairgrounds Raffle Ticket price $50 each Only 2500 tickets will be sold Each ticket will be entered in each drawing! You can win multiple times! Each ticket also gains entrance into the Rhythm and Riches Event Drawings will take place throughout the day at the Rhythm and Riches event Prize list: 10-$100 prizes $500 $1,000 $2,500 $5,000 $10,000 GRAND PRZE Winner need not be present, must be 18 or older

For more information, or to order tickets, visit our website www.RHYTHMandRICHES.com or call 240-587-7111 Proceeds to Benefit St. Michael's Archangel Scholarship Foundation Rhythm and Riches is being held in lieu of SMS CASHBASH

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Tuesday, August 30

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

Cedar Point Ladies Golf Cedar Point Golf Course (23248 Cedar Point Rd, Patuxent River) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Zumba Gold-Toning at Mt Hope Mt. Hope Community Center (104 Pushaw Station Rd, Sunderland) 7 to 8 p.m.

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

Friday, August 26

Grindhaus Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk) Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons) 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Saturday, August 27

Sotterley Farmer’s Market Historic Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) 8 a.m. Tracy Allen Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons) 8 p.m. to midnight Jousting Tournament Christ Church (3100 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic) Noon

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Library

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Library Closed in Observance of Labor Day

All three branches of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day.

Your Own Home: St. Mary’s Financial Course

Charlotte Hall Library will host Your Own Home, a St. Mary’s Financial Course on Saturday, September 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will understand the home buying process and the difference between renting versus owning and financially protecting their home. This program is in partnership with the St. Mary›s County Housing Authority and PNC Bank. Registration required on www. stmalib.org or call 301-884-2211.

Computer Basics 1: Introduction to Computers

Leonardtown Library will host a Computer Basics 1: Introduction to Computers class on Wednesday, September 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Part one of a four part series. Learn the components, terminology, and general use of a computer. Learn how to use a mouse and keyboard. Explore the basics of Microsoft›s operating system. Learn how to create, store, and manage files & folders, and run multiple programs. Learn how to use various tools and techniques to make your computer experience more productive. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org or call 301-475-2846.

Storytime at Greenwell State Park

Greenwell State Park will host a special library storytime on Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Enjoy the scenery of Greenwell while also attending a library run storytime! Enjoy a fun mix of stories, songs and activities, and afterwards be sure to check out the open barn which stays open until noon. Ages 6-10 recommended, but all are welcome!

Open Mic Night The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell) 7:30 p.m.

Line Dance Lessons Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Rd, Hughesville) 7 p.m. Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275 Lore Rd., Solomons) 7 to 9 p.m.

Thursday, September 1

Sunset Concert Festival O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf) 7 p.m.

Monday, August 29

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

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

Zumba Gold-Toning at Mt Hope Mt. Hope Community Center (104 Pushaw Station Rd, Sunderland) 7 to 8 p.m.

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$5 Zumba Gold, FREE for 1st Responders Dunkirk Fire House (3170 W Ward Rd, Dunkirk) 7 to 8 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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Heart CarFit

Have you been driving a car that’s unfamiliar to you? Have you had knee, back, or hip surgery that makes it difficult for you to get into and out of your car? Do you want to make sure you’re driving as safely as possible? Then sign up for the upcoming CarFit event to be held at Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Sept. 30. Half-hour slots are available between 12 and 4 p.m. CarFit is an educational program created by the American Society on Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA (American Automobile Association), AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. The program is designed to help older drivers find out how well they currently fit their personal vehicle, to highlight actions they can take to improve their fit, and to promote conversations about driver safety and community mobility. A proper fit in one’s personal vehicle can greatly increase not only the driver’s safety but also the safety of others. Each driver will meet with a certified CarFit technician and an occupational therapist during their timeslot. Participants will receive a roadside safety kit from the Department of Aging & Human Services. For more information, or to register, call Sarah Miller at 301-475-4200, ext. *1073, or email sarah.miller@stmarysmd.com.

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Programs and Activities

Painting Classes by Yellow Door Art Studios

The Garvey Senior Activity Center has partnered with Yellow Door Art Studios to offer high quality, low cost art instruction. On Monday, Sept. 12 from 1:30 - 3:30 participants will use acrylics to paint a lighthouse on canvas. On Monday, Sept. 19 from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. the class will paint birds using watercolor. Sign up for one or both classes; the cost for each class is $10; payable to Yellow Door Art Studios. Classes are held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center. Payment must be made at the Garvey Senior Activity Center at the time of registration. Space is limited so register early. To learn more call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Luncheon & Solo Pianist

The Garvey Senior Activity Center will host a luncheon on Monday, Sept. 19 at noon. Enjoy a meal of roasted turkey breast, bread stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, and peach crisp. Following the meal, enjoy music by solo pianist, Meleah Shrout. Mrs. Shrout is a classically trained pianist who composes and performs regularly. Cost for lunch is $6 for those under the age of 60 or a donation for those ages 60 and above. To sign up for this event, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Genealogy Workshop

The Northern Senior Activity Center will have a Genealogy class on Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 9-11 a.m. This class will focus on using DNA to build your family tree, identify the tests available, and where you can find them. This session is taught by Louise McDonald in the computer lab. Space is limited. To sign up for either session in advance, please visit the signup table or call 301-475-4002, ext. *3103.

Bowling League Kick-Off Meeting

If you are planning to bowl in the 2016-17 season of the senior mixed league sponsored by the St. Mary’s County Dept. of Aging & Human Services, please come to the Kick-off Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 12:30 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. We will use this time to determine the costs and to make necessary adjustments and corrections to team rules, roster, schedule, team list, team and sub contact info, etc. If you have any questions give Shellie Graziano a call at 301-737-5670, ext. 1655.

Bowling season starts Sept. 8

The 2016-17 senior mixed bowling league, sponsored by the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services is starting soon. If you bowled last season, you will be contacted soon to confirm your continuation. The league meets at Esperanza Lanes at 12:45 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. You must be 50+ years of age. The cost is approximately $14-$15 (to be determined) for 3 games and includes shoe rental and use of a ball. Each team consists of 3 players. If you need a sub, you are responsible for obtaining one from the list of registered subs and paying the cost of bowling that week; the sub bowls for free. If you are interested in joining this group of fun-loving, easy-going bowlers as either a league member or a sub, call Shellie Graziano at 301-737-5670, ext. 1655.

Walk With Ease

Walk with Ease is a program developed by the Arthritis Foundation that uses walking to relieve the pain and stress of arthritis. This six-week program is part classroom instruction and part walking and has been shown to reduce the pain of arthritis and improve your overall health. This series will be

taught by Arthritis Foundation-trained lay leaders from Medstar St. Mar’s Hospital Health Connections and will be held at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-10 a.m. beginning Sept. 12 and continuing through Friday, Oct. 21. A commitment to regular class attendance and follow up at home is required. This class is being offered for free but class size is limited. Call 301-475-6019 to sign up.

History Video at Loffler

Learn about The Dark Ages at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. This 94 minute video, which was presented by The History Channel for A & E Television Networks describes the period between the fall of Rome and the dawn of the Renaissance when Europe plunged into a dark time of constant war, splintered sovereignties, marauding pagans, and more. Who were the warlords and who were the brave souls who fought for peace and enlightenment during this 100 year period? Free. Seating is limited. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk at Loffler to sign up.

Characters Wanted for Masquerade Party at Northern

The Northern Senior Activity Center is looking for seniors interested in being character actors for a masquerade party on Halloween. Roles will be discussed at the next Northern Stars Theatre Group meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 1 p.m. No line memorization is required; you will improvise based on your character. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in acting but have trouble with line memorization or little stage experience. For more information please contact Rachel at 301-475-4002, ext. *3103.

Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 • Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101

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

Thursday, August 25, 2016

A Journey Through

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BLEACHERS by Ronald Guy Contributing Writer

Stephen H. Jones, Cocoanut Grove Fire A Perfect 10 and an Absolute Zero Stephen Harris Jones, born May 22, fire incinerated 1919, was the only son of Stephen McKenny Jones and his second wife, Mildred Foxwell of Leonardtown. Stephen attended the University of Maryland where he graduated in 1939 with a degree in engineering. In the spring of 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. On the night of November 28, 1942 he was in Boston where he and a number of his fellow navy men decided to go to the Cocoanut Grove night club where he died in “the seconddeadliest single-building fire in American history.” That night there were over 1,000 people crammed into space designed to accommodate no more than 460. Before the night was over. 492 died there. Although the official cause of the fire was determined to be of unknown origin, it was reported by a number of witnesses that a young man had unscrewed a light bulb so he could kiss his girlfriend. A bus boy was ordered to tighten the bulb. He stood on a chair but in the dimness could not see so lit a match. Witnesses first saw flames in the fronds of an artificial palm tree just below the fabric-covered false ceiling, immediately afterward. The fire was immediately out of control. “Flames raced up the stairway to the main level, burning the hair of patrons fleeing. A fireball burst through the front entryway… flames raced faster than patrons could move, followed by thick clouds of smoke. Some were instantly overcome by smoke as they sat in their seats and were found later with drinks still in their hands. Many tried to escape through the main entrance, but it was a single revolving door…Bodies piled up behind both sides of the door, jamming it until it broke…the

whoever was left alive in the pile…side doors had been bolted shut to prevent people from leaving without paying... A plate glass window was boarded up and unusable. There were some unlocked doors but they opened inwards and were useless against the crush of people trying to escape. “Ensign Stephen H. Jones. It is with greatest sorrow we learn that among the 27 officers of the U.S. Navy who lost their lives on Saturday night last in the fire at the Coconut Grove, Boston, Massachusetts was Stephen H. Jones, only son of Mrs. Mildred Foxwell Jones and the late Mr. Stephen M. Jones of Leonardtown. The deceased was a splendid young man of sterling character with high ideals and every promise of a brilliant future. Our hearts are torn with grief and sympathy for his greatly bereaved family…His death follows that of his father by only two months…Survived by his mother and three sisters Mrs. Adele Van Devanter and the Mrs. Louise and Ruth Jones…. Funeral was held Thursday with military honors in the national Cemetery at Arlington Virginia where amidst the many who have given their lives to the service of the country he lies beneath the Stars and Stripes.” (Beacon, December 4, 1942).

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o Aimless Mind by Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer

Mindy: Weapon of Mass Destruction My extra kitchen counter has less and less space now; this is the counter my husband built after he tore down the connecting wall between the kitchen and dining room. I am sure everyone knows the layout of a typical split foyer – small rooms, nothing open. This counter holds Longaberger baskets of different sizes; some holding breads, paper plates, snacks, and one for my medications. Of course there is a section of the current wines we want to try, especially the Sangiovese our friend Barbara brought us back from Italy, and all the accessories needed for those that love wine. I also have a spot I try to keep clear for my glass of water, and the Excedrin bottle and large vitamin bottle – my husband stealthily encroaches upon this only clear spot on the counter with jars of peanuts and boxes of granola bars. I usually push them over or throw them in the snack basket with a mumbled, “Keep stuff out of my space!”. Now I am facing another encroach-

ment of my water and med space: Mindy’s destroyed and mangled toys. This is my fault I suppose, I put the toys up there out of her reach. As soon as Mindy gets a new toy, she sets out to destroy and disassemble it. I really think she would make a good bomb finding dog. Actually, Mindy would be best at disassembling and deactivating bombs if the way she takes apart her toys is any indication. The only problem there would be is that she tends to eat a lot of what she destroys. Hence she would only be a bombfinding/deactivating dog once. At present in my medication sanctuary, there is one shredded puppy head, an orange nubby ring we just bought her yesterday which is now missing most of the orange nubs (found most of the orange nubs on the carpet under my feet last night), a pink rubber bone which she tears off little pieces of pink rubber all over the floor (this was also the mid-section for the aforementioned puppy head), an orange rubber ball

My daughter’s convinced that watching sports is a waste of time. She lectures me about it and often uses it to rebut my suggestion that she’s neglecting her homework assignments while absorbed in her electronic devices and social life – an apparently far more noble pursuit than following competitive athletics. In her mind, what’s good for dad is good for daughter, despite the gross imbalance of leisure time afforded by her middle-school life and my adult-with-multiple-kids life. But she’s 13, so there’s no winning the argument. Frankly, I don’t need to; I just need to win the moment. To do so, I recite a refrain my dad used on me: Do as I say, not as I do. Once I layer on the threat of confiscating her precious electronics – the ones her parents procured and pay to keep connected to the outside world – for a frightening length of time (you know, like an hour), she reluctantly, if not silently, complies. Deep down she knows I’m right. I think. I hope. When she gets older, I’ll explain why I watch sports. It’s still about the obvious: passionately rooting my teams to victory. But at age 43, it’s not entirely about the results. Sports are therapy now. They are an old friend and a retreat to a comfortable place. I watch seeking tangible examples of human excellence, elite performances under intense pressure, individuals overcoming adversity and teams reaching heights beyond what their collective talent would predict. Despite being affixed to the couch with a remote, not a pick axe, in my hand, I am a desperate miner searching for golden nuggets of inspirational fuel for my journey and for moments when life fails to deal me aces and faces. Sports consistently fill my tank. The Rio Games alone offered up Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, Simone Manuel, Paul George and Kristin Armstrong (a fellow 43-yearold in slightly better shape than this writer) to rekindle the fire in our guts. Sports are, however, nothing if not a cross section of society, so with the good comes the bad. Watch enough sports, or even a little, and you will encounter unimaginable egos, rampant narcissism, cheaters and perpetrators of a myriad of crimes.

from her sweet pet-sitter which met the same fate as her rubber bone, and a small, really hard bone that comes pre-filled with a peanut butter substance that she tends to fling into everything breakable – getting ready to put new glass on one of the grandchildren’s school pictures as a matter of fact. My husband says to throw the eaten toys out, but I keep thinking Mindy will get over her chewing stage soon. I hate to throw them out – some were Tidbit’s toys. She is close to 8 months old now. Doesn’t the chewing stop soon? Anybody? Please tell me the chewing stops soon. I haven’t changed the curtains downstairs yet even though a sweet friend gave us a bunch of new sets she wouldn’t need anymore. I think I’ll wait a bit longer. Mindy’s favorite toys right now are the pieces of sheetrock and rocks from the downstairs bathroom destruction project. My husband thinks we may be closer

Oh, and don’t forget liars. Remember when Ryan Lochte, a 13-time medal winner, was just the second most decorated male swimmer in Olympic history? Wasn’t it great seeing the 32-year-old veteran winning gold with rival and longtime teammate Michael Phelps one last time? It was a storybook ending until Lochte went boorish frat boy, got hammered and destroyed property at a Rio gas station. Then, for some reason known only to that ego-laden, self-serving space between his ears, Lochte concocted a fictitious account of the event that put his teammates at risk, dimmed the well-earned spotlight of other Olympians, embarrassed his country and laid waste to his reputation. Lochte claimed he and three teammates had been robbed at gunpoint by a man dressed as a police officer. In reality, he and his boys damaged property and urinated on the premises because, you know, they thought they could. The truth, as it usually does in the information age, eventually surfaced which prompted Lochte to play the drunk/immature card and latently apologize for the “over-exaggerated” account of the night’s events. Lochte didn’t “over-exaggerate”. He lied. And this from a guy who was born on the exact day – 3 August 1984 – that Mary Lou Retton stuck her “Perfect 10” vault to win the women’s all-around gymnastics gold at the 1984 Los Angeles Games. Who could have guessed the day that produced American perfection would produce an absolute zero 32 years later? But I want to thank Lochte. Seriously. At some point I’ll be having a conversation with my kids and I’ll need evidence to illustrate the importance of respectfully diffusing a bad situation, being forthright and truthful and recognizing that a person’s reputation, while forged by countless acts, can be undone by a single error. Lochte will be perfect for those moments. Maybe he’ll even help my daughter understand why I watch sports and realize it’s hardly a waste of time. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com

to finding the sewer gas smell problem – hard to say. Mindy leaves little piles of the de-construction debris all over the downstairs if we are out, or not paying enough attention to her. Her worst destructive act is taking the insoles out of all our shoes. She doesn’t tear up the shoes themselves, she just moves them and pulls out the insides. I almost have enough shoeboxes for mine now. I never thought I would have to get shoeboxes for my slippers. We have friends that ask that you take your shoes off when you enter their home. Rest assured that if you visit us, we will never ask you to remove your shoes – they may never be found again or be in the same condition you walked in with. 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 aimless mind

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