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IN LOCAL
MLK Speaker Attacks Trump
IN LOCAL
Citizens Sue Over Hollywood Project
IN CRIME
Suspect Held On Attempted Murder Charges
Missing Photo by Mike Batson
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IN LOCAL “The Trump campaign has opened up a 3 Pandora’s box of racist rantings”
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—Attorney and Civil Rights activist David Kendall speaking at St. Mary’s College of Maryland on Martin Luther King Day
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MLK Celebration Turns To Talk Of Trump By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The annual prayer breakfast at St. Mary’s College of Maryland held to celebrate the legacy of civil rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr. quickly turned into a rally against President-Elect Donald Trump, who the keynote speaker accused of peddling racist sentiments during and after his successful campaign. David Kendall, a civil rights lawyer who worked in Mississippi in 1964 to encourage black people to register to vote, spoke much about King’s legacy in bringing about change in America for people of color and how dangerous it was to help bring about that change in the Deep South. “It was American apartheid,” Kendall told those gathered at the college’s great hall Jan. 16. “There was a climate of fear, uncertainty, anxiety and dread.” Kendall said he was arrested 12 times there and that his roommate, Andrew Goodman, was one of three men who were killed and their bodies dumped in Mississippi for their work to overturn oppression of black voting rights. Despite a Supreme Court ruling years before, Kendall said that orders to desegregate schools and the like were “largely ignored in Mississippi.” While saying that America had made much progress in making civil rights for all a reality, Kendall quickly turned to lambasting
Trump’s campaign, accusing it of bringing about the rise of “white nationalism.” “The Trump campaign has opened up a Pandora’s box of racist rantings,” Kendall said, adding that he hoped the next two years would allow for a congressional election that would bring about drastic change. “Let’s elect a congress that would consider impeaching a Republican president,” Kendall said, to widespread applause. Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States Friday. District 29 B Del. Deb Rey attended the gathering and said she was deeply disappointed in its tenor. “I was very disappointed that it ended up with [U.S. Rep.] Steny Hoyer and the speaker [Kendall] talking about politics and division,” Rey said. “I mean Steny Hoyer started his speech with ‘These are the times that try men’s souls.’ Really?” Rey was also taken aback by a comment made by college President Tuajuanda Jordan about African-American’s “not going back,” seemingly referring to the era of segregation. “Nobody’s suggesting we’re going back to the times of racial segregation,” Rey said. “I’m concerned about what Trump’s going to do, too. “But it’s not the end.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
Citizens File Against Hollywood Project Approval By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Two Hollywood residents have filed a civil suit in St. Mary’s County Circuit Court over a Board of Appeals decision that allowed a controversial commercial project at the intersection of Sotterley Road and Route 235 to proceed. Both Jerry Thompson and Stephen Hoopengardner filed the suit against the Dean Partnership LLC project, known as the Hollywood Commercial Center, on the grounds that the appeals board decision of last summer was improper. The appeals board decision overturned the ruling of the county’s Planning Commission, which denied the applicants conceptual sight plan over concerns of traffic safety. That denial occurred after months of deliberation by the planning commission and hearing testimony from both the applicant and citizens about the project’s local impact. “The [Board of Appeals] decision to approve the concept site plan was in error because the board made no meaningful findings of fact or conclusions of law, and therefore its decision is arbitrary as a matter of law.” the petition for administrative review reads. The petition also states that the board erred in admitting a written statement from John Groeger, deputy director of the Department of Public Works and Transportation, regarding the project without actual in-person testimony. The petition also claimed that the board’s assumption that it had no authority to review opinions about the traffic situation there or
make decisions regarding welfare and safety, was an error of law. The petitioners want the courts to reverse the appeals board decision and remand it back to them for more deliberation. The board’s decision last year cited the fact that the concept site plan met the conditions of parts of the zoning ordinance and therefore could be approved. The plan to build at the unused farm site of about 14 acres included a pharmacy, retail shops and eating establishments and was expected to generate about 13,000 vehicle trips each day. The main concern among some planning commission members and residents was the condition of roads, specifically Sotterley Road, was not adequate to service the new project. The applicant’s plan was to create an entrance to the property via a right hand turn off of Sotterley Road directly into the site; this proviso of the plan was of particular concern to commission members and citizens. In its ruling the Board of Appeals put conditions on the project, including the dedication of a 10-foot right of way on Old Three Notch Road to the county, the construction of sidewalks along Route 235 and Sotterley Road with a crossing for pedestrians across Sotterley Road at Route 235 and the installation of a sign barring trucks from accessing the site at the back entrance on Old Three Notch Road. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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MedStar St. Mary’s Hos[ital is pleased to introduce Gurpreet Phull, MD, who recently joined the MedStar Georgetown Pediatrics Division of Pulmonary Medicine. Dr. Phull completed his fellowship in pediatric pulmonary medicine at Children’s National Medical Center where he provided the full scope of consultation, diagnostic testing and treatment of children and adolescents with chronic lung diseases. Dr. Phull is now seeing patients at the MedStar Medical Group Specialists offices at Charlotte Hall. How does winter weather affect children with asthma? Winter is a time, undoubtedly, when children tend to get sick. The weather is cold and being indoors in close quarters tends to allow viruses to spread. Ultimately, it is viruses that lead to upper and lower airway inflammation and asthma exacerbations. Children with asthma should take particular care heading out into the cold, making sure to bundle with thick coats, gloves, hats and scarves. Should children with breathing issues be vaccinated against the flu? It is prudent that any child older than 6 months of age with an underlying respiratory related disorder, such as asthma, and all household members living with that child, be vaccinated against the flu. As it does take time for the body to develop immunity against the flu, you should receive the flu vaccine as early as possible. When should parents taking their children to a physician (or specialist)?consider Parents should take their child to a specialist when their child has respiratory symptoms that are not well-controlled on the current regimen or are out of proportion to other children their age. It is important to in-
vestigate these respiratory symptoms earlier to avoid delay in treatments and adverse outcomes. Are there any extra precautions parents should have their children take during the winter months? Precautions that we can all take during these winter months relate to measures to decrease the spread of viruses and bacteria. This includes correct cough and sneeze maneuvers - coughing or sneezing into your arm or elbow, proper hand washing for at least 20 seconds, and sanitizing services and objects where viruses and bacteria can lay ormant. Learn more about our pediatric specialists at MedStarStMarys.org/Pediatrics or call 202-295-0547 to make an appointment with Dr. Phull. From MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital
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St. Mary’s County Library Mourns Loss of Rose Sivak The St. Mary’s County Library Board of Trustees joins all St. Mary’s County Library employees in mourning the passing of Rose Sivak. Rose started working for St. Mary’s County Library as a page in 1972. She retired in November of 2015 as an Assistant Branch Manager at the Lexington Park Library, a position she had held for many years. During Rose’s 43 years of service at the Library, she left a lasting impression on all those who with her and she enjoyed
sharing her love of reading with all customers and staff. “Rose was one of a kind.” said Mary Anne Bowman, Deputy Director. “She dedicated 43 years to the Lexington Park Library and I know she is deeply missed by both staff and customers. When I was the Lexington Park Manager, Rose was my rock. She would always tell me straight and I greatly admired her work ethic and dedication to both her staff and the customers.”
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Commission Hearing On Plan Mistake Set For Monday By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
The St. Mary’s County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Jan. 23 to deliberate on an error in the Lexington Park Development District Master Plan that could directly effect a proposed development in the Great Mills Road corridor. The error was found recently when the planning commission began its review of the conceptual site plan for the Cecil’s Mill Business Park project, which is proposed for construction on what was thought to be residential, low density-zoned land. In fact the property is actually zoned as mixed-use, medium density which requires “large-scale and clustered commercial and residential uses adjacent to existing or planned principal transportation corridors with reasonable preservation of open space and forest retention,” the master plan reads. If the planning commission votes to correct the error their recommendation will be moved on to the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County, who will then have the final decision on making the correction. Residents have had to contend with two delays now regarding the Cecil’s Mill proj-
ect, which includes business office and warehouse facilities in its proposal, and have expressed their worries about traffic and even the increase in local crime due to another urban project that could bring unwanted trespassers near neighborhoods. The project calls for a 24,800 squarefoot, two-story office building and a 54,000 square-foot warehouse. The property is nearly 25 acres in size and the original plans for the project included a residential development. The first public hearing in October was halted due to missing data from the State Highway Administration that needed to be included to proceed with deliberations. That report has since entered into the record and states that no further traffic analysis is needed and the project could be approved. Staff Writer Dick Myers contributed to this report. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Application Forms for Non-Profit Funding Now Available The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) funded over $1 million in Non-Profit Distributions for FY2017. The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have identified level-funding for FY2018. However, in response to increasing demand, the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County will accept all Non-Profit Distribution requests in the form of a Non-Profit Proposal (NPP) package from local Non-Profit Organizations which address the goals in the categories outlined below, and the General Requirements for the program. Following evaluation, and recommendation to the CSMC, Non-Profit Distributions will be based on the approved FY2018 Budget Appropriations. Requests for Non-Profit Distribution Proposals (NPP): Proposals submitted in each category will be evaluated by an employee committee selected from within the department listed. The categories identified for evaluation by the departments shown below are specifically defined, but not limited to the following: The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services (FY2017 Approved $906,415) offers a wide variety of programs and services to the residents of St. Mary’s County. This department will evaluate proposals in 4 key areas:
Behavioral Health Services related to mental health individual and family counseling, residential placement facilities, support services, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment, recovery support services and employment assistance. Apply at : http://www.
stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/login.asp?Title=Behavioral Health Community Services Hospice, family centered programs, children & family programs and activities, senior services, and veterans’ services. Apply at: http://www. stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/login. asp?Title=Community Services Disability Services Assistive technology, transportation, employment networking, veterans programs, advocacy services, peer support, respite care, independent living skills training, housing and transitioning youth programs and services. Apply a: http://www.stmarysmd.com/finance/nonprofit/login.asp?Title=Disability Services Homelessness Prevention Short-term or medium-term rental assistance, housing relocation and stabilization services, including such activities as mediation, credit counseling, security or utility deposits, utility payments, moving cost assistance, and case management services. Apply at: http:// www.stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/ login.asp?Title=Homelessness Prevention The St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development (FY2017 Approved $106,755) works to maintain and expand the local economy. This department will evaluate proposals in 4 key areas: Conservation of Natural Resources The Agriculture and Seafood Division works to protect our rural heritage and promote sustainable agricultural businesses. We assist local farmers to maintain and expand profitable ag-
riculture business, promote aquaculture, and work to preserve important environmental areas and natural assets of the County. Apply here: http://www.stmarysmd.com/finance/ non-profit/login.asp?Title=Conservation of Natural Resources Economic Development To promote the County’s competitive advantages, increase and broaden the tax base, recruit businesses to our community, facilitate the expansion of existing businesses, help new/ start-up businesses and sustain businesses that are currently here. We are dedicated to retain and increase the presence of our largest employer, NAS Patuxent River and the supporting operations. Apply here: http:// www.stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/ login.asp?Title=Economic Development Post Secondary Education To enhance opportunities for residents to access postsecondary education within the County to ensure that residents have job opportunities and that local businesses have a sufficient pool of trained and educated workers from which to hire. Apply at: http:// www.stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/ login.asp?Title=Post/Secondary/Primary Education Post/Secondary/Primary Education An educated Workforce is an essential component of a robust economy. We work to ensure that residents have job opportunities and can advance in their careers with more challenging and higher paying jobs, and to sustain an educated workforce. Apply at: http://www.stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/login.asp?Title=Post/Secondary/Primary Education
REBOUND The Chris herren sTory
Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Doors open at 6 p.m., presentation begins at 7:00 p.m. Leonardtown High School • 23995 Point Lookout Road • Leonardtown, MD Presented by The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services, and St. Mary’s County Public Schools
In a very personal and raw presentation, Chris Herren tells the brutally honest story of his descent into addiction, his remarkable recovery, and the new path that is allowing him to make a difference in others’ lives. Chris now travels the country telling his poignant story in the hope that he will reach one person and save them from the effects of substance abuse.
For more information about Chris Herren, please visit his website: www.theherrenproject.org.
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The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks (FY2017 Approved $87,580) works to provide opportunities for our citizens to improve overall well-being, celebrate community and enjoy leisure pursuits. This department will evaluate proposals in 3 key areas: Community Events Events which provide enrichment and support tourism. Apply at: http://www.stmarysmd.com/finance/ non-profit/login.asp?Title= Community Events Cultural Activities to enhance the cultural activities for our youth and adults. Apply at: http://www.stmarysmd.com/finance/non-profit/login.asp?Title=Cultural Activities Historical and Heritage Interpretations Events and sites which operate in the County. Apply at: http://www. st ma r ysmd.com /f i nance/non-prof it / login.asp?Title=Historical and Heritage Interpretations NPP Proposal Requirements: Major areas to be outlined in the proposal shown below. All proposals, addressing the categories shown above shall include, at a minimum: Required On-line Fillable Forms: Contact Information Form Revenue & Expenditures Summary of Changes Project Budget Summary Selected Statistics Required Documents to Upload Executive Summary to include a onepage narrative that conveys your program’s intent to address the category objectives in the anticipated funding year. How iwll your program accomplish the goals through measurable results Latest signed Audited Financial Statement (if required to complete an audit) IRS Form 990 (must be most recent filing) Non-Profit Organizations should submit separate, complete NPP packages for each category in which they wish to apply. Completed NPP packages must be entered and uploaded through the above “Apply Here” links no later than February 3, 2017. Requests for individual meetings with County Employees or Departments to review proposals will not be allowed at this time. This will allow the County to maintain the integrity of the selection process. If any non-profit organization needs additional information from the County, or should the County need additional information from an applicant, contact will be made via the following email. Email questions to NonProfitHelp@stmarysmd.com From St. Mary’s County Government
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Comptroller Franchot Announces Opening of 2017 Tax Filing Season
Individual Tax Returns Will Begin Processing January 23
Comptroller Peter Franchot announced today that Maryland will begin processing personal income tax returns for Tax Year 2016 on January 23, 2017, the same day the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) begins accepting returns. In an ongoing effort to combat tax fraud, the agency will not immediately process a state tax return if W-2 information is not on file. Employers are required to report wage information to the Comptroller on or before Jan. 31. “When Americans have been directly affected by fraud, identity theft, data breaches and other financial crimes, the security of the Maryland taxpayer remains my top priority this tax season,” Franchot said. “Making sure W-2 information is on file at the time a return is received is in keeping with that effort. Last year, my agency stopped processing state tax returns from more than 60 companies whose purpose was to prey on the vulnerable, the homeless and those with limited financial means. I will continue to lead the charge against these unscrupulous practices this tax season.” Last year, the Maryland Comptroller’s office stopped accepting income tax returns from 61 companies doing business in 68 locations, including 23 different Liberty Tax Service franchises, for submitting nu-
merous highly suspicious returns. Collectively, they filed thousands of state returns that the agency believed to be fraudulent. Processing of business tax returns began Jan. 6. The 2016 tax return filing deadline this year, which coincides with the IRS deadline, is Tuesday, April 18, rather than the traditional April 15 deadline which falls on a Saturday this year. Since Emancipation Day is observed on April 17 in the District of Columbia, the IRS pushed the filing deadline to Tuesday April 18. Taxpayers are encouraged to file their returns electronically for the fastest possible processing of their claims and to ensure they receive all possible refunds. A list of approved vendors for use in filing your electronic return can be found at www.marylandtaxes.com. Free state tax assistance is available at all of the agency’s 12 taxpayer service offices, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A list of office locations can be found at www.marylandtaxes.com. For more information on any tax-related matter, please visit the Comptroller’s website at www.marylandtaxes.com or call 1-800-MD-TAXES (1-800-638-2937) or 410-260-7980 in Central Maryland. From The Comptrollers Office
New State Park Reservation System Launches in Spring
4th Annual
Hunting Heritage Ball The Patuxent Chapter of the
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Saturday Feb. 4, 2017
Vendor Hiring Workers in Maryland; Consumers Save Money The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has contracted with a new vendor to manage reservations for the state park system. CAMIS, a company with 17 years of experience providing reservation solutions, is scheduled to start providing services in Maryland this spring. Approved by the Board of Public Works in November, the new contractor seeks to expand its footprint in Maryland while also reducing reservation fees at most state parks. Transaction fees will decrease by nearly 50 percent for the average customer who stays 2.5 nights. “The new park reservation system will help us provide top-notch customer service that our visitors expect from us,” said Maryland Park Service Superintendent Nita Settina. “CAMIS has an excellent track record of success enhancing park reservation services. The vendor’s intuitive online system includes campsite, cabin and shelter photos, and convenient search options for customers planning their visit.” Customers preparing trips to Maryland’s vast network of 72 state parks will be able
to make reservations for over 2,500 campsites, 38 cabins, picnic shelters and other lodging options beginning in April 2017. Customers can continue to make reservations on the former provider while CAMIS transitions users to its own easy-to-use website. “CAMIS has produced a robust, flexible, scalable campground reservation system that has proven to be successful in applications across North America,” said CAMIS Owner and President Doug Hall. “We look forward to expanding our presence in the state and providing unparalleled customer service to Maryland citizens and tourists, alike.” The Michigan-based company is expanding its Allegany County office with a focus on providing project management and reservation call center services. CAMIS has partnered with Cumberland-based ACT Personnel Service Inc., a minority business enterprise, to recruit and hire staff.
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Man Held On Attempted Murder Man Charged With Sex Charges After Fire Offenses Against Minor By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
A county judge has kept a man accused of setting an apartment on fire in Lexington Park last week with a child inside in local incarceration on attempted murder charges. Marcus Donnell Rogers, who police said in charging documents was a longtime user of the powerful narcotic PCP, also faces charges of child abuse, reckless endangerment, malicious burning, false imprisonment, malicious destruction of property and second degree assault in the alleged incident that took place at the Fox Chase apartment complex January 11. Deputies arrived on the scene to find a witness, who said that the victim in the case had been assaulted and threatened by Rogers. The names of the victims in the case have been shielded by court order. The victim told police that Rogers had shut her wrist in the oven door of the apartment but she was able to get it out before she was burned. Police used a key to get into the apartment where Rogers had ensconsed himself
— he refused to open the door, police said — and immediately found that “the apartment was full of smoke and a strong odor of burning was immediately evident,” charging documents read. Officers cleared the apartment and were able to make contact with the remaining victim inside a locked room who said they were not alone; the victim was able to get out but as they came out officers saw Rogers reach for the victim, possibly to pull the victim back in. Rogers slammed the door shut after officers pulled the victim to safety; the door slammed on a deputy’s hand, causing an injury. Officers interviewed the victims and found that Rogers had taken their cell phones in an attempt to keep them from contacting police and that Rogers had told the female victim that she was “going to hell,” court papers stated. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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A Lexington Park man faces charges of soliciting sex from a 13-year-old girl as well as three other counts of sex offenses after police found that he had allegedly been sending sexually suggestive messages to the victim, police reported in court papers. Steven Michael Myers, 32, remains incarcerated at the county detention center, court documents show. Police were initially notified by the victim’s mother, who told them that she had found the sexually explicit messages on the girl’s internet-based messaging account, court papers stated. When detectives interviewed the victim, she told them that Myers was the step-father of one of her classmates; she told them that she and Myers had begun to communicate with each other back in December of last year in general conversation.
Weekly Crime Report 1-13-2017 Property Destruction – Unknown suspect(s) slashed the tires on a victim’s motor vehicle in the 22000 block of Bayside Road in Leonardtown. Deputy J. Smith is investigating the case. CASE# 2189-17
Property Destruction – Unknown suspect(s) spray painted on the community pet waste station in the 45000 block of Jillian Court in Great Mills. Deputy D. Potter is investigating the case. CASE# 2278-17
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Property Destruction – Unknown suspect(s) spray painted a motor vehicle parked in the 45000 block of Indian Way in Lexington Park. Deputy C. Beyer is investigating the case. CASE# 2200-17
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“However, the defendant slowly began to pressure her to meet him in person,” court papers revealed. “During the course of their conversation, the defendant requested the victim perform [a sex act] on him… and engage in intercourse. Police reported that the victim did meet Myers earlier this month and went with him in his vehicle to Nicolet Park on Bunker Hill Drive where they both remained inside the vehicle. She told police that she performed a sex act on the victim and when finished he drove her back to her home, court papers stated.
1-14-2017 Possession – Deputy First Class D. Potter witnessed the suspect, Anna Drue Mizak, age 27, of No Fixed Address, walking on Great Mills Road. Deputy First Class Potter, familiar with Mizak from previous encounters, performed a wanted check and was advised she had a warrant for her arrest. A search incident to arrest revealed a metal spoon with suspected cocaine residue in her purse. Mizak was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Possession of CDS – Not Marijuana and Possession of Paraphernalia. CASE# 2454-17 Mizak
Property Destruction – Unknown suspect(s) spray painted graffiti on the asphalt in the 44000 block of Sandy Bottom Road in Hollywood. Deputy M. Mclure is investigating the case. CASE# 2406-17 Burglary – During the overnight hours of 1/13/2017 into 1/14/2017, unknown suspect(s) entered a victim’s residence and stole property in the 43000 block of Megan Lane in Leonardtown. Deputy B. Foor is investigating the case. CASE# 2413-17 1-15-2017 Assault – Deputy K. Flerlage responded to the 44000 block of Clarkes Landing Road in Hollywood for a reported domestic disturbance. The victim alleged the suspect, Philip Arthur Stamey, Jr., age Stamey 39, of Hollywood pushed the victim into a wall and scratched the victim’s face causing visible injuries. Stamey was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was charged with Second Degree Assault. CASE# 2551-17 Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) entered a shed and stole property in the 26000 block of Morganza Turner Road in Mechanicsville. Deputy B. Fennessey is investigating the case. CASE# 2613-17
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Press Release From St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating suspects with outstanding theft warrants. Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts is asked to contact Deputy Hannah Smith at 301-475-4200, ext. *8123 or by email, Hannah.Smith@stmarysmd.com.
Ashley Lyn Hall
Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333 or text a tip to “TIP239” plus your message to “CRIMES” (274637). Calls to CRIME SOLVERS are not recorded and callers can remain anonymous.
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BECA Scholarship Fair Encouraging Students to ‘Go Beyond’ The next BECA Scholarship Fair will be Monday, January 23, 2017, from 4:00 pm until 6:30 pm at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown. We will provide workshops including on completing the St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application, Financial Aid Basics, and completing the FAFSA application. The fair is most appropriate for collegebound high school seniors, but juniors and younger students are also welcome. Come and meet the scholarship providers from the St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application. The College Ambassadors from St. Mary’s College of Maryland and the St. Mary’s County Public Schools College Access Program advisors will also be at this event. BECA is the St. Mary’s County Business, Education and Community Alliance. Founded in 1989, our tax-exempt, 501c(3) organization supports education for all students in St. Mary’s County, Maryland.
BECA’s main services are: The St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application, listing approximately $200,000 in local scholarships. Students can apply for any number of scholarships they are qualified for with just one single application.
Scholarships. BECA raises money to provide 6 to 25, $1000 scholarships for deserving high school seniors. The BECA Scholarship Fair. January 20 2016. The event, at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center, allowed students and parents to meet the scholarship providers from the St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application, attend seminars on completing the Common Scholarship Application and FAFSA and learn about the world of financial aid. From BECA
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It’s one thing to read or hear about an archaeological or historic site; it’s another to be able to see it, experience related culture and get the holistic experience that only comes with being there. The College of Southern Maryland believes in the power of immersive experiences that foster deeper learning and understanding. CSM’s travel-study program, where students travel to other states or other countries to tour castles, work at a camp for children with serious illnesses, snorkel in the Caribbean Sea or study ancient ruins, is designed to provide those kinds of opportunities. “If attending college does what it is supposed to, it is a transformative agent in students’ lives,” said CSM Professor Paul Billeter. “Nothing I do as a professor transforms my students’ lives as much as travel study.” Current opportunities for CSM students include trips to Belize, Ireland, Florida and Scotland. There is limited registration and the 2017 trips to Scotland and Florida are full. However, there is still room to sign up for the Belize and Ireland trips, though a Jan. 20 deadline is approaching for those students who would like to sign up for the Belize trip. “Oh, my gosh! It was the best time of my life,” said CSM student Melana Krivitsky of Newburg, who went on the CSM Belize trip in both 2014 and 2015. “It definitely broadened my experience with other cultures. It made me more willing and enthusiastic to learn more about the marine environment.” This March will mark the 14th year of CSM’s Belize Travel program. Participating students can enroll in two courses tailored for this travel program, which include both online preparation and in-country exposure to the marine environment and the study of the cultures of Belize. The first
three days of the March 17-26 trip, led by CSM Professor Carolin McManus, are dedicated to exploring archaeological evidence of ancient Mayan sites near the small town of San Ignacio. McManus said students can climb millennial-old temples, sample freshly ground chocolate and traverse the underworld via Actun Tunichil Muknal, a phenomenal, sacred cave system that has been featured in National Geographic and Discovery Channel specials. “It is a rare privilege to introduce students to a region of the world not many of us get to experience firsthand. Belize’s indigenous history with its overlay of Spanish, British and African-Caribbean groups has created an unbeatable living cultural classroom,” McManus said. After a short flight in small planes from Belize City, the CSM group arrives on the island of Ambergris, located adjacent to the world›s second largest barrier reef system. There Billeter and staff from the Tropical Research and Education Center introduce students to an array of marine ecosystems populated by colorful corals, sponges and fish. While snorkeling in the clear, warm waters, students have the chance to photograph and learn to identify the myriad species for a cooperative, group project in the marine biology course. “Of all the courses I have taught and activities I have assigned in my 43 years of teaching for CSM, taking students to Belize and watching them interact with the natural environment in person is the best thing I do,” Billeter said. Press Release from College of Southern Maryland For more information on CSM’s upcoming travel study opportunities, visit http:// www.csmd.edu/programs-courses/credit/ flexible-learning-options/travel-study/.
Schools Announce Ethics Panel Vacancy St. Mary’s County Superintendent of Schools. J. Scott Smith, is seeking applicants to serve on the St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Ethics Panel. The Ethics Panel is the advisory body responsible for interpreting the Ethics Policy and/or Ethics Regulations, subject to review by the Board of Education, and for advising persons subject to the Ethics Policy and/or Ethics Regulations. Panel members serve
a three-year term and they meet at a minimum, quarterly. If you would like to be considered, please submit a cover letter explaining your interest and your resume to: St. Mary’s County Public Schools Ethics Panel, 23160 Moakley Street, Suite 109, Leonardtown, MD 20650 From St. Mary’s County Public Schools
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Ex-NBA Star to Speak in St. Mary’s County Nationally, young adults (age 18 to 25) are the biggest abusers of prescription opioid pain relievers, ADHS stimulants, and anti-anxiety drugs. In 2014, more than 1700 young adults died from prescription drug overdoses. And locally, 59% of middle and high school students have used alcohol in the last 30 days, with 20% before age 13, and 32% claim to be currently using. Former Boston Celtic and NBA legend Chris Herren will be the featured speaker in local presentations on drug addiction during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, January 22-28, 2017. In 1999, Chris Herren realized a lifelong dream to play in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets. However, even before he began his professional career, he had a history of substance abuse. After his rookie year, Herren was traded to the Boston Celtics, and within a few years, he had lost it all. Over time, with a great effort, he was able to re-focus his life. Alcohol and drugfree since 2008, Herren has since become a noted addiction speaker. In a very personal and raw presentation, Herren tells the brutally honest story of his descent into addiction, his remarkable recov-
ery, and the new path that is allowing him to make a difference in others’ lives. Now he travels the Country telling his poignant story in the hope that he will be able to reach just one person and save them from the trenches of substance abuse. St. Mary’s Herren County Public Schools, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services have partnered in bringing this inspiring event to our community. “When the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office approached us with this, we recognized how important it is for our students to hear Chris Herren’s message,” says Scott Smith, Superintendent of St. Mary’s County Public Schools. “We need to seize any opportunity available to educate our students about the consequences of drug misuse and
abuse. Chris Herren’s story has an impact on his audience that will resonate for years to come. Our kids need to hear it and I am confident Chris will get their attention.” “This program not only benefits students but their families as well,” adds Sheriff Tim Cameron. “This is a continuation of our prevention efforts in St. Mary’s County and we are pleased to be able to add Chris Herren’s intimate point of view to the ongoing conversation surrounding alcohol and drug abuse, and the impact it has on families.”
Three starters scored in double figures as the St. Mary’s College of Maryland men’s basketball team snapped their fourgame slide Jan. 14 with a 75-59 win over Southern Virginia. Basics Score: St. Mary’s 75, Southern Virginia 59 Records: St. Mary’s (8-7, 3-5 CAC), Southern Virginia (3-12, 1-7 CAC) Location: St. Mary’s City, Md. · Michael P. O’Brien Athletics & Recreation Center Arena The Short Story: Three starters scored in double figures as the St. Mary’s College of
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Maryland men’s basketball team snapped their four-game slide Saturday afternoon. St. Mary’s collected a 75-59 Capital Athletic Conference victory over Southern Virginia University behind solid ball control. How It Happened St. Mary’s turned the ball over only a season-low nine times in ending its longest skid of the season. The Knights gained control of the game early on and established their biggest lead of the game by a 16-8 margin following a 12-1 run. Southern Virginia maintained the lead until the 3:14-minute mark when junior captain Delaszo Smith (Annapolis, Md./Annapolis) capped off a 16-6 Seahawk run. St. Mary’s then closed out the half on a 7-0 run to stake a 33-24 halftime lead. First-year guard Matt Ayoub (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson) led all scorers at intermission with 12 points behind a pair of three-pointers and 5-of-6 shooting. In addition, the Seahawks tallied 10 points off of 11 Southern Virginia miscues and boasted a 22-18 rebounding margin. St. Mary’s flew past the Knights in the second half as the Seahawks broke open the game with a 29-11 run to start the final 20 minutes and led by 27 halfway through the half. The Seahawks were able to capitalize on Southern Virginia’s mistakes once again, this time recording 17 points off of 13 turnovers. Inside the Box Score Ayoub finished the afternoon with a game- and season-best 19 points on 6-of-9 shooting, including a trio of triples, while grabbing a season-high four rebounds as well. This is Ayoub’s seventh consecutive game scoring in double digits. Smith put up 17 points behind 7-of-12 shooting while adding four boards and three steals. First-year guard Tre Mouton (Waldorf, Md./North Point) contributed 11 points and a team-best six caroms plus two steals. Junior wing Lavonte Sanders (Upper Marlboro, Md./Wise) dished a season-best four assists while first-year forward Darick Kerns (Cumberland, Md./Allegany) chipped in season-highs of three blocks and three steals. Up Next St. Mary’s hopes to make it two in a row on Wednesday, January 18 when the Seahawks host York College of Pennsylvania (10-5, 5-3 CAC) in the Michael P. O’Brien Athletics & Recreation Center Arena. The men tip off at 8:00 p.m. after the women’s 6 o’clock game to wrap up the CAC doubleheader with York. From St. Mary’s College of Maryland
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The Hoggle Children
Out Of Sight But Not Out Of Mind By Dave Spigler Feature Story Writer With Contributions from Guy Leonard
The disappearance of Sarah and Jacob Hoggle from their home in Clarksburg, MD 28 months ago remains a mystery. Their father believes it is possible they are being hidden in a remote farm in Southern Maryland or elsewhere in the region. Most tips with scant pieces of evidence to their whereabouts have completely dried up. All efforts to locate these two beautiful children have come up empty despite many follow ups by police, private detectives, social service agencies, volunteer groups, friends, neighbors and family. Thousands of dollars in advertising and immense media coverage of this situation have had no results or answers to what became of this four-year-old and six-year-old brother and sister. There has been absolutely no evidence that these kids are dead and there is no way their father Troy Turner or their maternal grandmother Lindsey Hoggle are willing to give up their search. It is often said the most tragic event a parent can go through is to bury their child. But, to better understand the nightmare Troy and Lindsey are going through, imagine what it must be like to wake up each morning for nearly two-and-a-half years and not know where your children are or what became of them! It is worse than a nightmare as there is no closure for either of them. A quick review of the circumstances in this peculiar case; the children’s 30-yearold mother Catharine Hoggle left home twice in September, 2014 with one child in tow only to return without them. When questioned by their father about where they were, she would only reveal they were in
a “safe place.” After much pleading, Troy convinced her they needed to go to the local police to prepare a “Missing Persons” report. On the way to see the police, Catharine asked to stop at a fast food store to get a soft drink and slipped out a side door without his knowledge. She went missing for four days before she was found and arrested and placed in jail. The facts of where she went are murky at best. Despite all attempts by Troy and Lindsey and the authorities to learn more about her children, she never provided any additional information other than “they are in a safe place.” Soon she was officially charged with Sarah and Jacob’s disappearance, but before she could be brought to trial or submit to a lie detector test, she was ordered to undergo a thorough mental examination to determine her competency to appear in court. The medical team that examined her determined she was a “paranoid schizophrenic” in addition to being “bipolar,” and they declared she was mentally incompetent to stand trial. She was institutionalized at the Clifton T. Perkins facility in Jessup, near Baltimore. Initial reports are that she made several attempts to escape with the excuse he “wanted to be with her children.” She also was not taking her medication as prescribed and was not cooperative with the staff.
Early interviews with Troy and Lindsey and others involved in her treatment were inconclusive about her veracity and honesty. Most were unsure if she had the ability or the capacity to rationalize and be able to deal with reality. She is reportedly a bright and intelligent woman, but despite some who felt that she had a calculating deceptiveness, those familiar with her interactions with her children indicated they always were good. There is considerable doubt that her taking her children from the home was impulsive or unplanned. She was estranged from their dad at the time and had decided on a plan to provide her children with a better life than she was able to provide. It is still unclear if she took these drastic actions to get back at Troy or her mother Lindsey for whatever reason. There were some initial reports of tension
and frustration, but it is yet to be determined if this played into the situation. The Hoggle Kids story captured the imagination of the citizens in Montgomery County when it first broke. Several police and fire jurisdictions and local organized volunteer teams conducted a massive search of places within a determined radius of the Hoggle home where the children could have been taken. This initial search used approximate times Catharine was out of the house with each child. There were many door-to-door searches. Many interviews were conducted and every tip was investigated completely to no avail. The news media in the Washington, DC and Baltimore markets provided considerable publicity. Troy has granted hundreds of video and radio interviews about the status of the many efforts used to locate his chil-
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asked us to help him in his drive to locate his children. He felt it is well within the realm of reason his kids could be on one of the many farms in the rural parts of the Tri- County area. In speaking with the father earlier, he stated they did not concentrate a lot of effort here in the southern part of the state to get the word out as they were focused on Montgomery, Frederick and the more northern nearby counties. Over time as his efforts continue to come up empty, his frustrations and desires to leave no stone untouched in getting the word out continue to grow. Calvert Sheriff Mike Evans said he is familiar with the case but does not know of any connection locally. “To my knowledge we have no information that they’d be in Calvert,” Evans said. “Of course if we had any tips we’d follow up on them.” We just passed the third Christmas Season not knowing where these children are. And a hearing to allow Catharine to appear in court was turned back once more on December 21st. The next appeal to the court is planned in April. If you see a child that may resemble one of these two youngsters, please go to “findsarahfindjacob.com” or call the Montgomery County Police at 240 773-5070. It only takes that one person to report what they see that can solve this horrible dilemma for this father and their grandmother.
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dren. He has hired many private investigators to follow up leads and to keep the story of his missing children fresh in the minds of the public. These efforts have cost him as much as $5,000 a month and he has had to have fundraisers and appeals for donations to finance ongoing searches. Yet the children are still missing after all this time. One cannot help but query what else can be done to locate these kids, especially with so much help having been engaged in this search. One of the current thoughts of what may have happened to Sarah and Jacob is Catherine placed her kids with families in a rural area of Maryland or a nearby state so that their true identities would not be known. She may have had an ability to plead with a family to help her until she was in a better position to care for them. And she was sufficiently conniving to have them promise they would never go public with the information. Many folks believe the children are still alive as they cannot believe or just refuse to feel Catharine was capable of harming her kids. Recently, this story became front page news once more with the release of time progression pictures prepared by professional artists. They attempted to determine as accurately as humanly possible the facial appearance of what Sarah and Jacob would look like 28 months later. As you see, these are beautiful kids who might be easy to spot in the right situation. Over the past six months, The County Times has taken the lead in keeping their plight alive here in Southern Maryland since Troy personal
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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.
Rose Ann Sivak Rose Ann Sivak, 60, of Lexington Park, MD passed away January 14, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 27, 1956 in Leonardtown, MD to Mary Lucille Trossbach Sivak of Lexington Park, MD and the late John Sivak. Rose was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. She was employed as a dedicated Librarian for over 43 years at Lexington Park Library. She was an avid reader and enjoyed being with her friends at the library. She always volunteered to work the library booth at the County Fair. She also enjoyed farming, pouring through seed catalogues each spring looking for a new vegetable to grow to offer on the farm stand and at the farmer’s market. She was a member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, Ridge and enjoyed working the fried chicken dinners. However, her family was her greatest love and she loved to spend her time with them. She will be forever missed. In addition to her beloved mother, Rose is also survived by her siblings: Mary L. Garrison (Joe) of Lexington Park, MD, Ag-
nes Winans (Charlie) of Wichita, KS, Alan Sivak Lexington Park, MD, and Bruce Sivak (Jenny) of Lexington, Park, MD; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. In addition to her father, she is also preceded in death by her brother, Charles D. Sivak. Family will receive friends on Sunday, January 22, 2017 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., with prayers recited at 4:00 p.m., at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, 47950 Mattapony Road, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Scott Woods on Monday, January 23, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in St. James Catholic Cemetery, Lexington Park, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be Sarah Garrison, Hillary Garrison, Erica Garrison, Amanda Sivak, Gabby Sivak, Gail Sivak, Katie Sivak and Kimberly Winans. Memorial contributions to be St. Michael’s Catholic School, P.O. Box 259, Ridge, MD 20680 and Hospice of St. Mary’s , P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
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In Remembrance Doris Elizabeth Gibbons
Doris Elizabeth Gibbons, 86 of Charlotte Hall, MD passed away peacefully, on January 15, 2017, at Sagepoint Senior Living Center in LaPlata, MD. Doris was born on June 4, 1930 to the late Wilson Jameson and the late Mary Bernice Robey Jameson in LaPlata, MD. Doris and her husband, Cotton operated Carrico’s Tavern in Mechanicsville, MD. Doris worked as a waitress at the Chicken House, Modern, Black Steer and the Farmers Market Restaurants. She managed the Charlotte Hall Motel for many years. Doris was a dedicated worker, a friend to all and would always be there for anyone that needed her. Doris was a loving mother. She enjoyed family, especially babysitting her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Doris was predeceased by her husband, Ollie Leroy “Cotton” Gibbons; daughter, Susan Elizabeth Gibbons; brothers, Edward Raymond Jameson and Francis “Mac” Jameson; and grand-daughter, Sheri Lynn Johnson. She is survived by her son, James Ollie Gibbons (Terry); daughters, Linda Gibbons Cropper (Rodney) and Mary Patricia “Pat” Gibbons Johnson (Bobby). She is also survived by seven grandchildren; Mike, Kimberly, Chrissy, Michelle, Allison and Adam and nine great grandchildren, Sierra, Alexis, Eric, Grace, Devin, Colton, Rylee, Evan and Adalynn. Family will receive friends for Doris’ Life Celebration Visitation on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm with Prayers at 7pm. Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 10am at Immaculate Conception Church, 28297 Old Village Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 with Father Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery, 13715 Notre Dame Place, Bryantown, MD 20617. Pallbearers will be Leonard Downs, Adam Gibbons, Kevin Ferguson, Jason Gwaltney, Gary Jameson and Glenn Jameson. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, 28165 Hills Club Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 or Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad 28120 Old Flora Corner Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.
Andrew Benedict “Andy” Mattingly Andrew Benedict “Andy” Mattingly, 28, of Hollywood, MD died on January 10, 2017 at his residence. He was born on April 23, 1988 in Leonardtown, MD to his parents, Joseph A. Mattingly, Jr. of Leonardtown, MD and Linda M. Mills of Hendersonville, N.C. Andy was born and raised in St. Mary’s County. He received his education at Mother Catherine Spalding, St. Mary’s Ryken, and Leonardtown High School. He was employed as a skilled artist and particularly enjoyed designing and painting tattoos. He also enjoyed acrylic painting. Andy was a people person, full of energy with a terrific sense of humor. His love for others was contagious. He was excellent with the elderly and young children. In addition to his loving parents, he is also survived by his brothers, Joseph A. Mattingly III of Washington, D.C. and Steven Lawrence Mattingly of Hendersonville, N.C.; his grandmothers, Mary Catherine “Billie” Mattingly of Leonardtown, MD and Margaret DeForest “Peggy” Mills of Hendersonville, N.C.; many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Judge Joseph A. Mattingly, Sr. and Ernest Lee Mills. Family will receive friends on Saturday, January 14, 2017 from 12:00 -1:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service celebrated at 1:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will follow at Our Lady’s Catholic Church cemetery in Leonardtown, MD. Memorial contributions may be to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
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On 20 Jan, 2017 America will entrust her leadership to the newly incoming 45th President of these United Sates, Donald J. Trump and Vice President Michael R. Pence. Historically, this is a time of ceremony, pomp, excitement and active participation among Americans from all walks of life. This, is our peaceful transition of power performed in our Nation’s Capitol, Washington, D.C. Millions of those not on hand to partake of the festivities will be watching the events unfold on live TV. What an event, and what a time to celebrate Old Glory as we excitedly rally around the new president and vice president of these United States in anticipation of a new beginning. There’s a time and place for everything, a time to laugh and a time to cry and myriad other acts besides. That said, some of notable authority suggest the illegitimacy of the election and will boycott the celebration. However, sadly, there is mounting extreme dissatisfaction expressed in unbelievable degrees, some, to include outright hate, on the part of an estimated 700,000 Americans dissatisfied with the election results. It’s all too frequent in internet posts and continues on as the pressing agenda of Hollywood make-believe super elitists via their seemingly endless anti Trump presentations. Among the dissenters to be on hand are outright anarchists identified as Disrupt J20 seeking to paralyze Washington and sour the parade and various balls, in concert with forcing the swearing-in ceremony inside. Such crowds will demonstrate their total disrespect for the rights of other fellow Americans, many with their children, seeking but to enjoy the festivities and record a part of history. Not only do they disrespect the new leadership of this nation, but often spit on or burn our Stars and Stripes and scoff at the rule of law. The First Amendment grants planned ordinary dissenters and rent a protesters the right to so assemble at this gathering. They have the right to march, carry signs, blow their bull horns, shout, curse, smoke their weed, jump up and down turn themselves around and do the hokey pokey till they knock themselves out. It’s all in order and makes for good TV. However, not inherent in their rights is authorization for said die hard sad sacks to
disrupt ceremonies and planned festivities, to impede traffic, to prevent others from moving about on their free will, to spit on people, to threaten people, to physically assault people, to break out store front glass, to start fires, to jump up and down on cop cars and/or smack horses used in crowd management. Nor do these intended miscreants have any right to otherwise damage public property nor government property under any conditions. And any damaged property must be paid for by those so responsible, no more taxpayer or insurance claims serving but to lead back to the taxpayers footing the bill. It’s time America be blessed in law enforcement and security with real men like Sheriff David Clarke and Lt Col Allen West, those fully capable of getting a grip on mayhem further intended for this nation. And while such will not be the case for this event, surely, others will follow in due time and their type of oversight is sorely needed. This country has enough to be concerned with regarding possible planned terrorist attacks, rogue nations seeking to test our will and possible specific acts aimed at our new administration, family members and cabinet members. The intended actions about to occur during this historically renowned celebration are altogether out of line, peaceful or otherwise. Like him or no, this new president should be afforded the same common courtesy as his predecessor(s) and the Presidential Inauguration should not be marred thusly serving but to signal and embolden our adversaries that we are a weak and obviously divided nation of ingrates and malcontents pleased to fight among ourselves. There’s plenty of time after the swearing-in to complain and deride Trump’s plans for this nation and subsequent accomplishments. Come on, let’s tighten-up Americans, deplorables, irredeemables, haters and others. Together, E Pluribus Unum, let’s now shed our circular firing squad and self loathing and rally around and honor Old Glory and respect the office of the President of the United States, if not, our 48th Inauguration Ceremony and incoming President Donald J. Trump and Michael R. Pence, others... And may God bless America again...
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I would like to have the opportunity to respond to Congressman Hoyer‘s article titled, Hoyer Warns of Problems with Obamacare Repeal. In this article Hoyer makes an appeal to avoid scrapping Obamacare, and offers the following, “instead, the new Republican Congress and next administration ought to sit down with Democrats and with stakeholders from across our nation’s health care system.” This is a radical attitude adjustment for Hoyer who, along with Speaker Pelosi, used their super majority advantage to get the unpopular bill passed before the huge document could even be read. The image of Congressman Hoyer walking beside Nancy Pelosi carrying a huge gavel, conveying the message that we will beat you down, and get this passed, GOP be damned is still fresh in my mind. So what has changed? Besides the loss of the White House, the Democratic Party has lost a huge number of elected positions under President Obama’s watch, and now at a low point, which they have not known since the Reconstruction period. In Con-
gress, seventy seats have been lost and over 900 across the country, giving Republicans 56 percent of the country’s 7,383 legislative seats. This is the price Democrats have paid for passing a bill, which Hoyer helped to craft, and is collapsing under its own weight. But will this train wreck change Hoyer’s tactics? Hoyer would have been wise to have worked with Republicans eight years ago on healthcare reform. Instead he toed the party line, and showed once again that he is more of a follower than a leader. I expect little will change as long as Pelosi has the helm. One would think the Democratic Party leadership would associate their losses at the polls with the laws they enacted, like Obamacare. Time will tell if a more humble Hoyer is willing to work with the Trump administration. My expectation is that little will change. Let us hope for the sake of our country that it does. David Willenborg Hollywood MD.
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Reforming Maryland’s Pretrial Bail System is the topic of a panel discussion scheduked for the at the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). Maryland’s Pretrial Bail System often sends people to jail to await trial based on poverty rather risk of not attending their trial, according to the event’s organizers. Attendees can find out what changes would be more fair to poor and minority people, keep our communities safe, and save taxpayer funds, they say. Phillip Caroom, a retired Maryland judge and member of the executive com-
mittee of Maryland Alliance for Justice Reform (MAJR), will discuss needed reforms on Thursday, January 19, at 7 p.m. in Room 119, College of Southern Maryland, in Prince Frederick. He will be joined by the Calvert County Public Defender, Fred Lester. They will address possible proposed legislation for the 2017 Maryland General Assembly. The public is invited. From Maryland Alliance for Justice Reform
Winter Turkey Hunting Season to Open Turkeys Can be Harvested Statewide Jan. 19-21 Maryland’s winter turkey hunting season will be open Jan. 19-21 statewide, allowing hunters that didn’t bag a turkey in the fall another opportunity. The season was established in 2015 to provide hunters an opportunity to harvest turkeys outside the traditional spring season. “Our state’s turkey population is healthy and continues to grow in nontraditional areas,” said Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Paul Peditto. “This additional hunting season provides another great opportunity to get outdoors during a time of year when other popular hunting seasons are closed.” Maryland hunters can use the following weapons during the winter turkey season:
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Airbows, Crossbows and vertical bows and Shotguns loaded with a No. 4 shot or smaller. Hunting hours are from a half-hour before sunrise to a half-hour after sunset. The bag limit is one turkey of either sex. Hunters who already bagged a turkey in the fall season may not harvest one in the winter. Please remember that it is illegal to hunt turkeys with the aid of bait. Hunters may check in their harvests via phone at 888-800-0121, online or via the Maryland Department of Natural Resources mobile app. From Maryland Department of Natural Resources
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Jewelry and Chocolate ~ a winning combination! The Jewelry Trunk Show is back by popular demand at the Calvert Marine Museum Store. Treat yourself or someone you love Friday, February 10 – Sunday, February 12 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The show is presenting an exquisite selection of jewelry that highlights both new artists and perennial favorites. Guests can enjoy a free box of sea salt caramels with a $50 or more jewelry purchase. New this year is special guest, Black Point Chocolatier, on hand with delectable samples of handcrafted chocolates and confections. Chocolates are available for sale. See new designs from favorite artist Michelle Pressler, and her modern heirloom jewelry. These elegant, handmade pieces are inspired by nature, architecture, historic details, and modern design, affordable keepsakes that can be worn every day. Angela Colasanti, of VIELÄ® Jewelry returns
with new sterling silver favorites. Take a first look at new artisan, Robin Goodfellow Designs with her stunning collection of freshwater pearls and glass, made in the USA. Individually hand painted pendants by Krista Sheldon are delicate, unique and tiny works of art. The Trunk Show will offer something for all jewelry enthusiasts. Established in Coastal Maine in 1926, Black Point Chocolatier continues a family heritage of fine confections here in Southern Maryland. Nicole Heisey is third generation Chocolatier-owner creating classic and modern favorites with the highest quality ingredients. Samples of sea salt caramels, toffees, turtles, nuts and brittles, peanut butter cups and powdered caramels are sure to sweeten the experience before purchasing gifts for that special chocolate lover. From Calvert Marine Museum
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Seeking Miss Farm Bureau Applicants. The St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau is seeking young ladies between the ages of 16-19 to compete in the Miss St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau contest. Duties would include being a positive agriculture advocate, attending the 2017 St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau Banquet, the Maryland State Fair, the 2017 St. Mary’s County Fair, and other events as scheduling permits. The Miss St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau would also be competing in the Miss Maryland Agriculture Contest on Sunday, August 24-25, 2017 at the Maryland State Fair. Applicants must be dependents of members of Farm Bureau. In addition to the Miss St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau contest, St. Mary’s County
Farm Bureau is also seeking young ladies of farm bureau members between the ages of 8-11 to compete in the Little Miss Farm Bureau contest and young ladies between the ages of 12-15 to compete in the Junior Miss Farm Bureau contest. All questions should be directed to Marbeth Raley, Miss St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau Chair by phone at 301-769-3860 or by email at jkraley@valentinesdelightfarms.com by February 15, 2017 in order to receive an application prior to the annual banquet scheduled for March 11, 2017. From St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau
Farm Bureau Scholarship The St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau is offering a scholarship up to $1,000. Eligible applicants must either be a St. Mary’s County resident who will be a 2017 graduate of a St. Mary’s County public or private high school or a currently enrolled college student. Applicants must also be a dependent of a St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau member. Other conditions apply.
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Community Thursday, January 19 Southern Maryland Wine & Design Painting Events Northern Senior Activity Center 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Enjoy the fellowship of friends, food, and fun at our Southern Maryland Wine & Design painting events. Learn to paint a beautiful work of art from professional instructors. Each picture will be pre-sketched to guide you during the painting process and is perfect for artists of all skill levels. All supplies are provided and refreshments are offered courtesy of the center. Leave with a 16x20 canvas of your acrylic painting and s sense of accomplishment. On Jan. 19, the painting will have a winter theme. On Feb. 16, the painting will celebrate the spirit of Black History Month. No alcohol will be provided nor permitted. The cost is $25 and is made payable to Southern Maryland Wine & Design. The classes will be at the Northern Senior Activity Center from 9:30-11:30 a.m. The painting design will be on display at the center during signups. To sign up and pay for the class in advance, please visit the front desk. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Loffler Senior Activity Center 11:00 AM-12 Noon Beginner classes for Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention will meet on Mondays and Thursdays at 11 a.m., Jan. 19-23, at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. In this class we will learn to do some core movements on each side in a graceful routine while applying basic Tai Chi principles. There is no fee for this class, but a commitment to attendance and practice is necessary for success. Also, since space is limited to 20 new participants, we ask that you sign up only if you are sure that you will be able to attend regularly. Pre-registration is required. To sign up call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, or stop by the reception desk. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. Annual Forrest Center Tech Expo 24005 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650 5:30 PM-8:00 PM The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center (Forrest Center) will host its seventeenth annual Forrest Center Tech Expo on Thursday, January 19, 2016, 5:30-8:00 p.m., at the school site located at 24005 Point Lookout Road, directly across from the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland. The purpose of the Forrest Center Tech Expo is to familiarize students and parents with Career and Technology Education (CTE) career options offered by the St. Mary’s County Public Schools. This is an opportunity to meet the staff at the Forrest Center and to learn about the 24 completer programs and three elective classes currently offered. Middle school and high school counselors will be available to answer questions about career clusters and to assist students in planning their academic program. The Forrest Center will provide special presentations for parents to explain the registration process and how to incor-
porate Forrest Center programs into their student’s schedule.
For more details, contact the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center at 301-475-0242. In the event of inclement weather, the alternate date for the Forrest Center Tech Expo will be Wednesday, January 25, 2016 from 5:30-8:00. The event may be recorded and presented on SMCPS Channel 96, the school system’s educational cable channel, and the Internet. Gut-buster Cheese Steak Fundraiser @ VFW 2632 23282 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619 5:30 PM-8:00 PM Stop by and enjoy one of our delicious GUT-BUSTER Philly-Style Cheese Steaks. All Cheese Steaks served on a hoagie roll or wrap 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.
Friday, January 20 Health Topic Presentation: Make the Most of Your Doctor Visi Loffler Senior Activity Center 10:00 AM-11:30 AM As we get older, medical appointments become a way of life and we find ourselves traveling from one specialist to another. At the same time, our appointment times are getting shorter and shorter. Learn to make the most of that time by preparing ahead of time. This presentation, held at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Jan. 20 at 10 a.m., will give you tips on making lists of your concerns, symptoms and medications. We will offer handouts that include charts for all of these lists to make your visit even more efficient for both you and your provider. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, to register for this class. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. Fresh Cup of Flowers Northern Senior Activity Center 10:30 AM-11:30 AM A flower arrangement in a mug is the perfect gift for any season or occasion! Learn to make an adorable fresh flower arrangement in mug of your choice at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Jan. 20, 10:3011:30 a.m. The cost is $10 and is due at signup. This fee includes all flowers and materials. Space is limited. To sign up and pay for this class in advance, please visit the front desk. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT VFW Post 2632, 23282 Three Notch Rd. (Rt 235) 7:00 PM- 1:30 AM $50 Buyin ($40 Prize Pool + $10 Charity) Optional $10 Add-On (Receive an extra $1000 and 50/50 Entry) Sign In is from 6:20 PM to 6:45 PM, Tournament starts at 7PM Early Bird Bonus: Register and PAY by 6:45 PM and receive an extra $500 Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required
We will accept late players until the end of the 1st break. (~1 hour) One Re-Entry is available until the end of the first break. If you decide to re-enter, you will receive a full starting chip stack and be re-seated; you are treated as a new player entering the tournament field, with a full buy-in added to the prize pool with each re-entry. For more information or to pre-register contact Brian: Email: poker@vfw2632.com Cell: 240-925-4000
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Celebrate Recovery Our Father’s House—45020 Patuxent Beach Rd, California, MD 7:30 PM-9:30 PM Need help keeping your New Year’s resolutions? Come hear about real transformation. Celebrate Recovery, a free Christianbased 12-step program for adults 18 & up struggling with any hurt, hangup, or habit, meets Fridays at Our Father’s House Assembly of God Church in California, Maryland. A large group lesson 7:30-8:30pm and gender-specific small groups 8:30-9:30pm are followed by refreshments. For more information e-mail OFHCR4U@gmail.com
Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store SMS Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store will be open from 9am to 4pm on Saturdays, and 10am to 1pm on Sundays. Donations are accepted between 10am and 2pm on Saturdays only. We are a full thrift store with clothes for all ages, toys, housewares, furniture, dishes, small appliances, and more. All items are in great shape, and reasonably priced. We also have some antiques, and collectibles. You just never know what you may find at our store. Specials and announcements are listed on the door. All proceeds from Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store benefit St Michael’s School. The store is operated by the parents and friends of the school.
Saturday, January 21 Knights of Columbus Bingo Knights of Columbus Hall, Ridge, Maryland 6:30 PM-10:00 PM Jackpot $3200!!! Door prizes and refreshments available CSM Hosts Super Saturday All Campuses 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Students Invited to One-day, Do-it-all Events to Prep for Spring Semester Students who have applied for admission to the College of Southern Maryland for the spring semester are invited to take advantage of Super Saturday events this month. Super Saturdays will be held Jan. 7 and 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at all three campuses, which are located in La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick. “Students can use those days to do everything they need to do before the semester begins—explore the campus, complete placement tests, meet with an adviser, register and pay for classes,” said Brian Hammond, CSM director of admissions. The College Store is available to purchase books online at www.csmcollegestore.com. Additionally, the store will be open Jan. 21 for Super Saturday and Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the first Saturday of the new semester. A textbook discount day will be held Wednesday, Jan. 18, from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the La Plata Campus and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. During the textbook discount day, there will be a 10 percent discount on textbooks at the bookstores and online. Scrap-boooking Fundraiser for Mama K Scholarship Fund Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, 43256 Rescue Lane, Hollywood, MD 20636 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Papa John’s Lunch Bring your own drinks No vendors on site Raffles/Door Prizes $35/per spot Contact karenabell1@verizon.net to reserve your spot *All proceeds benefit the Mama K (Cheryl Abell Kennedy) Scholarship Fund
Swing and Ballroom Dance Little Flower School, Route 5, Great Mills 7:00 PM-11:00 PM Try something new in 2017! We’ll teach a beginner-level ballroom lesson from 7-8 p.m. followed by dancing to music of all kinds from 8-11 p.m. No experience required! Singles always welcome! Bring a snack to share; water and soda will be provided. Cost: $10 per person. The dance is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus of Holy Face Church. For more information, e-mail somdballroom@gmail.com or call 315-250-5110.
Sunday, January 22 Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store SMS Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store will be open from 9am to 4pm on Saturdays, and 10am to 1pm on Sundays. Donations are accepted between 10am and 2pm on Saturdays only. We are a full thrift store with clothes for all ages, toys, housewares, furniture, dishes, small appliances, and more. All items are in great shape, and reasonably priced. We also have some antiques, and collectibles. You just never know what you may find at our store. Specials and announcements are listed on the door. All proceeds from Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store benefit St Michael’s School. The store is operated by the parents and friends of the school.
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Elks Holdem Tournament St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge 2:00 PM-8:00 PM No Limit Texas Holdem Tournament $65 Buy in—includes Bounty and 50/50 raffle ticket 12,000 chips Starting Stack Earn a BOUNTY chip worth $10 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. This tournament is part of our leaderboard challenge. Earn 1 point for every person knocked out before you. Food and Beverage are available for purchase. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem : $1- $2 no limit Omaha Hi/Lo : $.50—$1 no limit (starts at 12pm) Please enter through the side of the building. 45779 Fire Department Lane Lexington Park, MD 20653 301- 863- 7800
Monday, January 23 Tai Chi for Arthritis: The Core Movements Garvey Senior Activity Center 8:00 AM-9:30 AM The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program, developed by Dr. Paul Lam, uses gentle Sun-style Tai Chi routines that are safe, easy to learn and suitable for every fitness level. The Tai Chi program will help reduce stress, increase balance and flexibility, and improve your overall mind, body, and spirit. During the six week course, participants will learn warm-up and cooldown exercises, six basic core movements, and direction changes to add challenge. Due to the nature of this class, attendance at all sessions is highly recommended and no walk-ins will be accepted; advance sign up is required. Classes will be held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Mondays, Jan. 23-March 6, from 8:15-9:15 a.m. No class will be held on Feb. 20. To register, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. Classes with Yellow Door Art Studios Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown 1:30 PM-3:30 PM The Garvey Senior Activity Center is excited to partner with Yellow Door Art Studios to offer high quality, low cost art instruction. On Monday, Jan. 23, artists will create a piece called “Snow Art.” On Monday, Feb. 13, participants will be creating a rustic wood reclaimed sign. Sessions will be held from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cost: $15 per class includes all class materials; payable to Yellow Door Art Studios. Payment must be received at the time of registration. Registration can be done at the Garvey Senior Activity Center; register early—space is limited! To learn more call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050. Open Installation of 2017 Officers Thomas J. Shryock, Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Lodge #223, Hollywood, MD 7:00 PM-9:30 PM Thomas J. Shyrock Lodge #223 is holding its 2017 installation of officer which will
be conducted by the Most Worshipful and his Grand Line officers. This event is open to the public. The installation starts at 7:00 PM. This is an opportunity for any men who are interested in joining our fraternity to visit the lodge and observe a time honored tradition, as well as get any questions you may have answered for you. Elks Hold’em Bounty Tournament St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge 7:00 PM-11:00 PM No Limit Holdem Poker Tournament $25 Buy in = 4,000 chips $5 add-on = 1,000 chips and raffle drawing Earn a BOUNTY chip worth $5 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. This tournament is part of our leaderboard challenge. Earn 1 point for every person knocked out before you. Food and Beverage are available for purchase. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem : $1- $2 no limit Omaha Hi/Lo : $.50—$1 no limit (starts at 4pm) Please enter through the side of the building. 45779 Fire Department Lane Lexington Park, MD 20653 301- 863- 7800 Questions: James Dean 240-577-0828 Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo.com
Tuesday, January 24 Beginner Keyboard/Piano Lessons Loffler Senior Activity Center 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Tuesdays Jan. 24-Feb. 28, 1-2 p.m., Six sessions $100 for 6 sessions (includes instruction and textbook) Need to invest in an inexpensive keyboard. ($50-100+ available at local stores and online) These will be group lessons and a minimum of 3-4 students will be required for these lessons to commence. We are pleased to announce that Dr. Robert L. Jefferson, the author of the “How to Play Gospel” book series and an experienced vocalist, songwriter, recording artist, pianist and teacher will be returning to the Loffler Senior Activity Center to offer his specialized beginner classes. If you have already taken this class, you are welcome to take it again. $100 payment is due to Dr. Jefferson on the first day of class. To sign up for these lessons, call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, or sign up at the reception desk by Jan. 20. Open to individuals 50 years of age and up. Relay for Life Kick-Off! Dr. James A Forrest Career and Technology Center 6:00 PM- 2:00 AM Join us at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center as we kick off the 2017 St. Mary’s County Relay for Life fundraising season. We will be going over some fundraising ideas, collecting money and answering any questions you may have about forming or joining a team. Hope to see you there! The St. Mary’s County Relay Event will be
held on June 3, 4-12 p.m. at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. Contact Melissa Matthews at melissa.matthews@cancer.org for more information. Rebound: The Chris Herren Story Leonardtown High School 7:00 PM-9:00 PM The public is invited to attend a presentation led by former Boston Celtic and NBA legend Chris Herren on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Leonardtown High School. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the presentation beginning promptly at 7 p.m. In 1999, Chris Herren realized a lifelong dream to play in the NBA when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets. However, even before he began his professional career, he had a history of substance abuse. After his rookie year, Herren was traded to the Boston Celtics, and within a few years, he had lost it all. Over time, with a great effort, he was able to re-focus his life. Alcohol and drug-free since 2008, Herren has since become a noted addiction speaker. Register at www.reboundstory.eventbrite. com. For additional questions contact the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Pub-
lic Information Officer at 301-475-4200, ext. *1922 or by email, Jennifer.Stone@ stmarysmd.com.
Thursday, January 26 St. Mary’s County Amateur Radio Association Monthly meeting Hollywood Volunteer FD Bingo Hall 7:00 PM-9:30 PM The St. Mary’s County Amateur Radio Association (SMCARA) will have their monthly meeting starting at 7:30 PM (doors open at 7:00 PM). This meeting is open to all—Members, non-members, and Ham curious. Topics for this month are: Field Day planning, public outreach, and upcoming community support events. For more information about Ham Radio or the SMCARA, contact Tom Shelton at GL1800Winger@verizon.net
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Emmy is about one and a half years old. She hides under a blanket when I take her to Petco because it is so frightening for her. I don’t think she has much of a chance of being adopted by bringing her to Petco. I am hoping that someone will foster to adopt her. You would fill out an application and once approved, you could take her home for a month. This would give her a chance to trust you and you will see how sweet she is. She loves to be near me. She loves to be petted and to sleep with me. She will sometimes actually follow me to the bathroom so I will pet her. She wasn’t like this at first. It took about
three or four weeks for her to warm up but once she did, she is very sweet. She has a reddish tinge going through her fur which makes it beautiful. I hope you will considering Emmy as a possible companion. You can fill out an application at www.feralcatrescuemd.org and email it to diane@feralcatrescuemd.org PS If you would like to foster any of our cats either to possibly adopt them or to help us fine homes please contact Diane at Feral Cat Rescue
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Leonardtown Library will host Crochet Clique on Tuesday, January 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Crochet with others and learn from community crocheters. Bring your yarn and hook or borrow one of ours. This is the program for you if you’re new to crochet, looking to pick up some new tips, or hoping to socialize with other people interested in crochet. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18-100. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Computer Basics 3: Introduction to the Internet
Lexington Park Library will host Computer Basics 3: Introduction to the Internet on Monday, January 23 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Part two of a four part series. Learn terminology, basic features, and how to navigate the Internet. Pick up tips on browsing and evaluating websites in order to make your browsing experience more successful. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org.
Techboomers Together
Leonardtown Library will hold a Techboomers Together class on Wednesday, January 25 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Work together through the
Techboomers Course Tutorial to set up a Techboomers log in and gain access to a whole lot of guided tutorials on everything from how to use the internet to the class choice of many different popular online services. Registration required on www.stmalib.org.
Preschool Music Explorers
Charlotte Hall Library will hold Preschool Music Explorers on Friday, January 27 from 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Join us as we explore music and interpretive dance by playing simple instruments, moving our bodies, and creating art inspired by classical pieces! For ages 3-5, please register on www.stmalib.org.
Minecraft Challenge!
Lexington Park Library will hold Minecraft Challenge! On Friday, January 27 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 7 – 11. Can you think on your feet, use creativity and complete the challenge? Come play Minecraft with us and find out! We’ll be taking on a new challenge for each session. Must be able to use a mouse and single-key keyboard commands, and know how to play Minecraft (we will not be using the tutorial). Register on www.stmalib.org.
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Thursday, January 19 Mike Damron Anglers Seafood, Solomons 7:00-10:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com
Trivia Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
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Karaoke & DJ The Brass Rail Sports Bar, Hollywood 8:00 PM – Midnight You can dance and sing the night away! Dominic Fragman The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 8:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com DJ Ricky Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
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Hot Dance Night! The Brass Rail Sports Bar, Hollywood 8:00 PM – Midnight Dance to the latest dance tunes and learn the Line Dance Steps! Request your favorite song and enjoy!
Open Stage w/ DJ Joe Penn Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com Cowboy Crossing Anglers Seafood, Solomons 8:00 PM-Midnight www.anglers-seafood.com
Tuesday, January 24 Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood, Solomons 6:00-9:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com
Wednesday, January 25 Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood, Solomons 7:00-9:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com
Thursday, January 26 Philip Parsons Anglers Seafood, Solomons 7:00-11:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com
Dylan Gavin The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 7:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com Trivia Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
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g n u o Y at eart H Yellow Door Art Class
The Garvey Senior Activity Center is excited to partner with Yellow Door Art Studios to offer high quality, low cost art instruction. On Monday, Jan. 23, at 1:30 p.m. the class will copy “Snow Art.” a beautiful piece by P Buckley Moss. The cost is $15 and includes all class materials; payable to Yellow Door Art Studios. Payment must be received at the time of registration. Registration can be done at the Garvey Senior Activity Center; register early - space is limited! To learn more call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Jewelry Classes with Kathy
The Garvey Senior Activity Center is offering jewelry making classes in February. In each class the instructor will offer a new technique in the art of jewelry making. On Wednesday, Feb. 1, at 2:30 p.m., we will be working on building a bracelet and learning finishing techniques. The next class will be Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 2:30 p.m. and will focus on making simple earrings with wire. The cost per class is $3. Please make sure you sign up in advance due to limited space! See the receptionist or call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Lunch Bunch
Would you like to have lunch with a group of (age 50+) friends? Once a month, Lunch Bunch meets at a different restaurant where individual checks are requested. January Lunch Bunch will meet at Bert’s Diner in Mechanicsville on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 11:15 a.m. Call your BFF, then call Shellie at 301-475-4200, ext. *1655, so we can reserve your seats.
Valentine’s Day Card Workshop
The Garvey Senior Activity Center is offering a workshop on how to make beautiful and unique Valentine’s cards for the loved ones in your life on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 10 a.m. Cost for the class is $2. Sign up early as space fills up fast. See the receptionist or call 301475-4200, ext. *1050.
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Reader’s Theater Luncheon
The Garvey Senior Activity Center’s Readers Theater Club presents a special Valentine’s Day themed lunch performance “The Helpmate” and “Signals” on Wednesday, Feb 8, at 12 p.m. Lunch will be served between the performances. Lunch that day will be tossed salad w/dressing, beef stroganoff over egg noodles, WW dinner roll, California blend and mandarin oranges. Cost for lunch is $6 for those under the age of 60, or a donation for those ages 60 and above. Advance sign up is required. See the receptionist or call 301-4754200, ext. *1050.
Meet-up with Dr. Mike
Dr. Mike O’Brien will visit the Northern Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 11 a.m.-noon to discuss the use of massage as part of a physical therapy regimen. Learn about the importance of massage, the difference between physical therapy massage and a massage at a spa, as well as self-massage techniques. Space is limited. To sign up for this series in advance, please visit the signup table or call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
Black History Month Entertainer
Loffler Senior Activity Center will host Jesse B. Simple, Alive in Harlem, portrayed by professional artist and director “Ade” Anthony Thompson on Friday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. Based on the character Jesse B. Simple, who was created by Langston Hughes, an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist from Joplin, Missouri, Mr. Thompson brings Jesse to life in a performance through dialogue, singing and dancing that is at turns hilarious and painful. This complex role has earned Mr. Thompson much acclaim. The performance will take place in an intimate setting with limited seating free of charge. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or stop by the reception desk to reserve your seat.
Valentine Bingo at Northern
Love is in the air for Valentine Bingo! Bring your special sweetie or dearest friend to bingo at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Friday, Feb. 10, from 1011:30 a.m. and enjoy prizes that celebrate the holiday. Prizes will be heart themed, pink or red, sweet, and so much more. The cost is $2 and is due at signup. To sign up and pay for this event in advance, please visit the front desk. Space is limited; call to confirm seat availability at 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
Loffler Love Day
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Loffler Senior Activity Center’s Love Day Event on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Our snow date is the following Tuesday, Feb. 21.) All the favorite trappings of Loffler’s famous parties will be present: dance music provided by DJ Mean Gene, door prizes, party favors, a 50/50 raffle and a healthy dose of fun along with a special RED toast to all the love in this world! Also featured on this special day: a red and white meal to please your palate: BBQ Chicken Leg, Oven Roasted Red Potatoes & Onions, Roasted Carrots, Fruit Juice Blend and a Dinner Roll. For dessert, savor a piece of Cherry Pie with a scoop of Ice Cream. Advance tickets are required, suggested donation of $10 each. A limited number of tickets will be sold, and ticket holders ONLY will be able to have lunch at Loffler on this day. Tickets are available at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658.
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 301-475-4200, ext. 1658 • Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/ aging for the most up-to date information.
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“Television: A Biography” by David Thomson
& “TV (The Book): Two Experts Pick the Greatest American Shows of All Time” by Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz c.2016, Thames & Hudson $34.95 / $45.95 Canada 304 pages c.2016, Grand Central Publishing $19.99 / $25.99 Canada 432 pages The weather outside is frightful. That’s alright. You’d rather stay inside anyhow, especially in the evening. That’s prime relaxation-time, and winter is a great season for catching up on all you’ve DVR’ed for the past few weeks… but where do you start? How about with two books: “Television: A Biography” by David Thomson and “TV (The Book)” by Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz. Once upon a time, TVs were turned on manually. You’d then (also manually) dial up one of three available channels (more,
if you were very lucky) and you settled in (Not too close! You’ll ruin your eyes!) to watch programming in black-and-white. In 1949, a TV set cost roughly 10 percent of the average U.S. salary - and yet, we couldn’t get enough of it. In “Television: A Biography,” Thomson looks at the different kinds of fare with which we’ve entertained ourselves through the decades. Movies gave us the cliffhanger, for example, but television refined the until-next-week craze with shows like The Fugitive and, later, with Dallas and its spin-offs. Here, we read about how many of Hollywood’s biggest stars made their transition to the small-screen; how talk shows became so popular; how innovators changed the way we watch TV, and why crime shows will never, ever go away.
This book, remember, is a biography. Yes, you’ll find a bit of history inside “Television: A Biography,” and a few opinions but it’s really nothing like you might expect in a book about TV. It’s actually better. But okay, say you want a book about the shows themselves. What do you think is the best television show ever? A little bit of argument is inside “TV (The Book).” Under a wide group of genre umbrellas, Sepinwall and Seitz debate which series top their lists, based on a points-system that takes innovation, performance, consistency, influence, and storytelling into account, as well as when the show was at its “absolute best.” They considered U.S. shows only; and looked at “narrative fiction,” rather than reality shows, children’s programming, or talk shows. And aside from a few obvious programs that should be on every Best Of list (The Honeymooners and The Twilight
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The Norris Brothers Joseph Walter Norris, 1869-1948 and James Judson (aka Jetson) Norris, 18741929, were the sons of James Alexander Norris and his wife Mary C. Mattingly. Once inseparable--living together as youngsters, farming together, owning a store together, and living as neighbors after marriage -- would end when they appear to have had a falling out, undoubtedly involving money, about 1917. The rift between them would never be healed and ended when Walter shot and killed Judson. “Held As Slayer Of His Brother. J. W. Norris Accused of Shooting Judson J. Norris Near Leonardtown. Old Quarrel Alleged. Differences Which Developed 12 Years Ago Estranged Pair Formerly Inseparable. Leonardtown, Md., Oct. 4. Differences said by the county officials to have existed between two brothers for twelve years ended this afternoon when J. Walter Norris, 60, a farmer at Yankee Point, near here, was accused of shooting
and killing Judson J. Norris, 55, in the former’s home, the brothers being well known throughout St. Mary’s County. A coroner’s jury summoned by Valley Greenwell, justice of the peace and coroner of Hollywood district, tonight met in a room where the shooting took place and charged J. Walter Norris with the crime. He remained in the custody of the Sheriff at his house. Friendship Proverbial. Until twelve years ago the friendship existing between the two men was proverbial in this district. Parents frequently pointed them out as examples for their offspring to follow in brotherly affection. Then came the quarrel which separated them. Nobody tonight could say what the basis of the dispute was, although the early friendship and the quarrel were reviewed at the coroner’s inquest. The brothers operated a store at the time. Their interests in the store and farm were divided and the brothers went their differ-
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ent ways. It was testified their only intercourse since then was to quarrel at different periods. Goes To Brother’s Home. Judson Norris today went to his brother’s home, adjacent to his own, and it, was said, Judson accused Walter of attempting to entice Parran Goldsborough, a young farmhand, from his employ. Walter entered his home, it was testified, and warned Judson not to follow him. Judson, however, followed his brother into the house, it was testified, and in a few moments the shot was fired. Dr. Francis F. Greenwell, who was summoned, pronounced Judson dead.
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Among the witnesses at the inquest was Judson Norris, Jr., a son of the dead man. Young Norris told the coroner’s jury that he heard the shot and ran into the house. His father, he said, was then standing by the door and his uncle clutched a pistol. His father fell a moment later, he declared.” (Baltimore Sun, October 5, 1929). On October 5 Walter posted bond in the amount of $3,000. A brief hearing was held on October 9. Evidence showed that Jetson had an open knife in his pocket when he entered Walter’s house and on that basis it was determined that Walter acted in self-defense.
Oh no, the teenage years! We have noticed in the last few weeks or so that Mindy is not interested in her dog food, well, other than using the pieces as playthings to throw around all over the house. Maybe it is the types of dog food. Though this has happened a few times now. We even try adding warm water to make gravy like in the old Gravy Train commercials – she does eat this up a lot quicker. The current bag is finished, so we bought another kind once again – making sure that they are brands made in the USA because of the concerns from a few years ago about certain foreign processed brands. Mindy doesn’t seem to like the new kind either, but greedily and frantically eats all the weeds, grass, leaves, and flowers she can gobble outside. Hmmm…she seems healthy and happy. I realize she may just be bored with the same food day after day – just as we would. I could eat spaghetti every day and did as a pre-teen for a long time. We’ve decided that Mindy must be vegan. I don’t know if this is a teenage phase or something she will outgrow, but according to WebMD/Healthy Pets “If you own a dog, you’ve heard this rule: 1 year for Fido equals 7 years for you. Turns out, the math isn’t that simple. Dogs mature more quickly than we do early on. So the first year of your fuzzy friend’s life is equal to about 15 human years.” Just as I thought!! We are in the teenage rebellion years, plus she is a girl and already VERY stubborn – just like her father. Okay, I know all you pet-lovers out there refer to yourself and spouse/partner as mommie and daddy or mom and dad too. All the greenery doesn’t bother her, I guess it’s okay then. When Mindy gets near the poison ivy vines I make her get away. My oldest brother used to eat it and it didn’t bother him, but I don’t want Mindy giving me kisses when I don’t know what she has eaten. I should worry anyway I suppose, as
I fondly remember my father saying to me, “you’re gonna let that dog kiss you after it might have licked its hind parts?” “Yes, Daddy, doesn’t bother me”. My mother had so many dogs that there was always a good chance that one had a clean mouth. I’d appreciate any ideas on this **, although Mindy will be up for her one year appointment within the next two weeks and I will ask the vet then about her strange behavior. I am starting to wonder what might be growing in our yard that makes her so crazy over the groundcovers. Are wild strawberry plants a hallucinogenic? It is literally a fight to pull her away at times. Mindy doesn’t eat them all the time, but when she does it looks like Piranhas devouring prey. And scarily reminiscent of the book, Lord of the flies. I am wondering if Mindy is holding out for wet dog food, or the newer kinds that come in their own refrigerated section of the grocery store, or maybe she wants Rachel Ray’s gourmet bags of Nutrish dog food – even the name sounds like double digit dollar signs. What did they feed her at her rescue? I can tell you that her “father” is not going to go for the gourmet dog food. I might take that back. Mindy does have him wrapped around her little paw, so gourmet food could always show up unexpectedly I guess. In the interests of full disclosure, “mommy” might get Mindy a trial bag of gourmet food. If she doesn’t like that, then I’m taking the grass clippers and her bowl out in the yard! **My Yahoo email account is giving me password trouble, I appreciate your patience on responses right now. To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your ideas or comments to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Wanderings of an aimless mind.
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