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Drug Use Bill May Have Merit Say Health, Law Enforcement Ofﬁcials

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A bill introduced by a Baltimore County Democrat in the House of Delegates would allow for the use of narcotics under medical supervision by drug addicts and health officials locally say the proposal at least deserves serious consideration given the growing epidemic of heroin and opioid abuse and the corresponding fatal overdoses. The bill sponsored by Del. Dr. Dan Morhaim would allow a community based organization to open such a safe drug consumption facility with the blessing of either the state’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene or a locally operated health department. The bill, if signed into law, would allow consumption of “pre-obtained” narcotics, provide sterile needles and collect used ones for disposal; the facility would also be required to observe drug users to ensure against fatal overdoses and provide encouragement for drug abuse counseling and treatment. Dr. Meena Brewster, chief health officer for St. Mary’s County, said the proposal, though sure to cause controversy because it would shield drug users from prosecution and having their narcotics confiscated in some cases, could be constructive. “The idea is that it increases access to treatment by surrounding these people with encouragement to get treatment,” Brewster said. “It’s a major gap in the opioid crisis.” Health and law enforcement officials have been working overtime to both educate on the effects of drug abuse and arrest and prosecute drug dealers, respectively, but getting addicts treatment has been a failure point in the struggle against opioid addiction, she explained. The needle exchange portion of the proposed law would also help ensure that diseases such as HIV and hepatitis C were not transmitted because of sharing contaminated syringes. “It’s an extremely effective way to combat that,” Brewster said. “The data shows it helps prevent the spread of HIV and hepatitis C.” Brewster said it was unclear if such programs actually reduced drug use. “The hard data may be out there,” she told The County Times. “There is data to show that it’s not increasing drug use.” Brewster was not sure if the proposal was a good one but she said it at least deserved serious consideration.

“I think we need to do everything we can to get people to treatment,” Brewster said. “We’ve been doing so many things and this problem keeps growing. “What we need for individual users is treatment.” The latest data from the state’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene shows that there were 918 heroin-related overdose fatalities in 2016; deaths from fentanyl, a highly potent synthetic opiate, totaled out to 738 statewide. In Calvert County there were 12 reported heroin-related deaths in 2016 and there were seven such fatalities related to fentanyl, state records show. In St. Mary’s County for the same time period there were six fatalities due to heroin and four fentanyl-related deaths. Despite the large number of overdoses in Calvert, Sheriff Mike Evans said he believed the proposed law could be beneﬁcial. Cognisant of the concerns that drug use safe spaces could be viewed as subsidizing illegal narcotics use, Evans nonetheless said such a program might help save lives. “I see it could help in some circumstances,” Evans said. “If the health department wants it, I’ll support it. “My job in law enforcement is getting it [narcotics] off the streets and I’m doing that, but if they [physicians] say it can help save lives I’m not going to argue with them.” Dr. Laurence Polsky, chief health ofﬁcer for Calvert County, could not be reached for comment as of press time. Morhaim, though a physician, has been a key player in the push to legalize marijuana use in Maryland for medical purposes but that support has also led to his being scrutinized due to his ties to an entity that wanted to grow, process and distribute medical marijuana after the state completed its regulatory framework for establishing permits for such facilities. Morhaim is the clinical director for Doctor’s Orders, a medical marijuana distributor that got a license to operate in Baltimore. Morhaim did not disclose this relationship publicly, though he was deeply involved in shaping the state’s medical marijuana policy. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Fisher Criticizes Legislature’s Anti-Trump Move

By Dick Myers Staff Writer

Calvert County Delegate Mark Fisher has criticized the legislature’s imitative to give the Maryland attorney general the power to sue the Trump Administration. In an email, Fisher called House Joint Resolution (HJR) 3, “Am effort to undermine the Trump Administration.” The resolution was introduced into the Maryland House of Delegates on Feb. 13 and passed 89 to 50. The resolution is called: “Attorney General - Powers - Maryland Defense Act of 2017.” Fisher said, “HJ3 allows Maryland’s Attorney General to sue the Trump Administration for any reason and for no reason, without consulting either Governor Hogan or the Legislature. In an age of budget deﬁcits, the Legislature is spending $3 million for this effort.”

The following Legislators voted for HJ3: Senator Mike Miller (D-Calvert), Delegate Michael Jackson (D-Calvert), Delegate Sally Jameson (D-Charles), Delegate Edith Patterson (D-Charles), Delegate C.T. Wilson (D-Charles), Delegate Susie Proctor (D-Charles), and Senator Mac Middleton (D-Charles). The following Legislators voted against HJ3: Delegate Mark N. Fisher (R-Calvert) Delegate Deb Rey (R-St. Mary’s), Delegate Matt Morgan (R-St. Mary’s), and Delegate Jerry Clark (R-Calvert, St. Mary’s). Fisher added, “HJ3 erodes our system of checks and balances. Moreover, spending tax dollars on frivolous lawsuits is not going to rebuild the Middle Class. Maryland Democrats should recognize this fact and refrain from wrongly abusing the

court systems. This is a desperate act of political posturing to invalidate the new President’s policies.” Fisher also singled out several bills dealing with special Visa provisions.: • HB 1366: Number of Employees Granted H-1B or L-1 Visa - Disclosure • HB 1366 requires Maryland employers to report the amount of H-1B and L-1 workers employed in Maryland. I am the proud sponsor of this bill. Fisher aid, “H-1B visas are being improperly used by companies to replace Marylanders with cheap foreign labor. The H-1B visa was initially designed to allow employers to hire foreign workers in occupations when there is a shortage of American workers. There is no wage ﬂoor for H-1B visa workers, who are taking jobs at lower

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wages than domestic employees. Last year, there were more than 15,000 H-1B workers living in Maryland.” Fisher added, “Put simply, there is a war on America’s middle class. State Legislatures are on the frontlines of this war. Since Maryland’s real unemployment rate is almost 10%, State policy should encourage and support employment by Marylanders who are U.S. citizens. If there is indeed a delta of high-tech workers, then the State of Maryland should know about it. At a minimum, this bill will expose employment gaps in Maryland, and shed light on the H-1B and L-1 visa programs.” He asked his constituents: “If you know someone whose job has been replaced by an H-1B worker, then please contact us at mark.ﬁsher@house.state.md.us” dickmyers@countytimes.net

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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the county planning commission will be holding a public hearing in April to consider changes to the regulations on conveying lots on farms to family members. The planning commission finalized the proposed changes at its Feb. 15 meeting. The commission finalized its proposal after receiving comments from the Calvert County Farm Bureau and jointly from the Calvert County Department of Economic Development and the county’s agriculture, economic development and tourism committees. The original staff proposal called for the owner of the transferred lot to hold it for at least ten years or purchase development rights. In a letter from Farm Bureau President Jason Leavitt, it was requested that the time limit be lowered to five years. The joint letter, on Calvert County Department of Economic Development stationary, requested that limit be left at ten years. Successive motions by commission members supporting ten and five years failed to gather enough votes So, the compromise of seven years was offered and that motion passed. That figure will be what is presented at the public hearing. The changes involve relaxing road requirements and increasing the number of lots allowed to be transferred off a farm. They also change the definition of family member to include: self, spouse stepchild, sibling or child of a sibling. The regula-

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tions now limit transfers to grandparent, parent, child and grandchild. Long-Range Planner Jenny PlummerWelker noted at an earlier meeting that some farmers don’t live on the land they own but current regulations do not allow that farmer to transfer a lot off the farm to himself. The process of revising the regulations was initiated by the BOCC . Their directive included soliciting comments from the farm community. The regulations were hammered out over a year-and-a-half period with at least five meetings with the farming community. In those meetings, five concerns were raised, according to staff. All but one of them is addressed in the proposed ordinance change. The fifth, allowing transfers by deed instead of the more costly subdivision process, would require legislative change. The two dates proposed by staff for the joint public meeting were April 7 and 21. The final decision will be made by the county commissioners (they did not meet this week). dickmyers@countytimes.net

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By Dick Myers Staff Writer The Town of Chesapeake Beach would like to know how residents feel about economic development. The effort is being spearheaded by Councilman Lawrence Jaworski, who is chairing the newly-created Economic Development/Walkable Community Committee. Jaworski told the County Times that after last year’s election Mayor Pat “Irish” Mahoney asked the newly-elected Jaworski to head the committee. Jaworski elicited the help of Councilman Greg Morris in the effort. The two councilmen embarked on a factﬁnding mission. They met with representatives of some of the town’s largest businesses and with other residents. Now the committee would like to hear the residents’ answers to the question – “What should economic development look like in Chesapeake Beach?” To ﬁnd out, a special meeting will be held Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. at the town hall. The meeting was announced at the regular Feb. 16 town meeting. Jaworski said he has heard mixed feelings so far about the subject. He said some people want to town to grow and others want it to retain its current small-town ambience. Those opinions can be aired at the public meeting.

The councilman admitted that the scope of economic development is somewhat limited by the fact that the town is “mostly fully developed.” One option would be inﬁll development, such as in the several vacant spaces in the small shopping center where the library is located. Jaworski said another good example of econ0mic development is the redevelopment of the former Crooked I bar (and before that Chaney’s Restaurant) into the third Mamma Lucia’s restaurant in the county. The other two ate in Dunkirk and Prince Frederick. Jaworski said the committee will be working with its neighbor, the Town of North Beach, to coordinate economic development efforts. Jaworski is retired with a professional background in civil engineering. According to his biography on the Chesapeake Beach website, he “specialized in environmental and water quality issues” which he hopes to put to good use on the council. He is an active member of the Seagate Homeowners Association and is a member of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. dickmyers@countytimes.net

What’s Coming to Calvert County The following is a listing of Major Sire Plans pending before the Calvert County Planning Commission The projects can be expected to be heard by the commission in the near future. The pending site plan list is presented monthly to the planning commission or review.

a) SPR-16-537335, Scaggs Industrial Flex Space Located at 7630 Meadow Run Lane, Meadow Run Industrial Park in Owings, on a 14.61 parcel, zoned I-1. Proposed two multi-tenant light industrial buildings totalling 25,600 square feet. The submittal was accepted February 24, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff & Associates b) SPR-15-535825, Calvert Memorial Hospital Addition Located at 100 Hospital Road in Prince Frederick, on a 48.66 parcel zoned TC/Entry. Proposed 33,400 square foot new construction to be connected to the existing hospital building. The submittal was accepted February 24, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff & Associates c) SPR-16-538986, Dunkin Donuts @ Holiday Inn Express Located at 255 Merrimac Court in Prince Frederick, on a 3.4 ac parcel, zoned Prince Frederick Town Center - Old Town Transition. Proposed retail space totalling 4,508 square feet. The submittal was accepted June 22, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff & Associates. d) SPR-16-540877, The Shoppes & Residences of Bowen’s Inn Located at 14630 S. Solomons Island Road in Solomons on two parcels totaling .78 acres, zoned TC/C1/IDA. Two new buildings being proposed for a total of 15,168 square feet. Building #1 will provide commercial space for lease; Building #2 is

being proposed to provide ﬁve (5) leased residences. The submittal was accepted July 27, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates

e) SPR-16-539108, Chick-Fil-A Restaurant Located at 806/810 N. Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick on two parcels totaling 1.76 acres, zoned TC/Entry. Proposed 4,995 square foot new eating establishment with drive-up facility. The submittal was accepted August 24, 2016. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates f) SPR-16-542912, Town Center Place at Dunkirk Gateway, Lot 12 Located at 10380 Town Center Boulevard, Lot 12 in Dunkirk, on 4.04 acres, Zoned Town Center. Two 15, 000 square foot one story retail buildings proposed, with associated parking and private onsite utilities. The submittal was accepted November 16, 2016. Agent: Bay Engineering g) SPR-2017-238, Shoppes at Apple Green Phase 2 Located at 10125 Ward Road in Dunkirk. 15.47 acres, Zoned TC. Proposed 11,295 square foot addition (two separate buildings) to the approved shopping center (SPR-16537827, Shoppes at Apple Green, Phase 1, ﬁnal approval September 29, 2016). Building #1 will consist of 9,180 gross square feet (gsf) with 6,600 gsf being designated as retail. The remaining 2,580 gsf to be designated as an eating establishment with a drive-up facility. Building #2 will consist of 2,115 gsf to be either an eating establishment or retail commercial building with a drive-up facility. The submittal was accepted January 25, 2017. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates Note: Projects are listed by acceptance date from past to most recent.

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Sheriff’s Office Press Releases During the week of February 13 through February 20 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,465 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary Case #17-8382: On February 16, 2017, Deputy A. Ostazeski was dispatched to Catalina Drive, in Lusby, for a report of damaged property. While making contact with the complainant, he observed the front door of the unoccupied home forced open, the doorknob ripped off and the lock box broken and on the ground. Upon checking the inside of the residence, he determined nothing else was broken, damaged or missing. The complainant was not aware of when this incident may have taken place. CDS Violation Case #17-8888: On February 18, 2017, Deputy A. Curtin observed a vehicle being driven in an unsafe manner heading southbound on Rt. 4, in the area of Ball Road, in St. Leonard. He initiated a traffic stop at MD Rt. 4/Calvert Cliffs Parkway and made contact with the driver, Charles Cochran, 33, of Front Royal, Virginia. Deputy S. Moran and his K-9 partner arrived on the scene to assist, resulting in a positive alert. Inside the vehicle Deputy Curtin located an unlabeled

prescription bottle containing seventeen (17) pills. He also located a white balloon filled with an unknown white powder under the back seat. Cochran was charged with CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (alprazolam) and transported to the Detention Center for processing. The powder was sent to the Maryland Crime Lab to be analyzed.

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CDS Violation Case #17-8703: On February 17, 2017, Deputy R. Spalding responded to the Detention Center, in Barstow, for the report of a CDS violation by an inmate. He was advised that Correctional Officer R. Montgomery discovered a pill taped to Todd Persell, 33, of Tracys Landing, MD when he arrived to serve his

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CDS Violation Case #17-8686: On February 17, 2017, Deputy D. Naughton observed a vehicle travelling in the Chesapeake Beach area with two (2) broken headlamps. He conducted a traffic stop in the area of Rt. 261 at Brownies Beach. When he made contact with the driver, Justin Wood, 27, of Mechanicsville, MD, he observed a hypodermic syringe in the driver side door pocket. Deputy Naughton stepped away to make note of his registration plate and noticed the syringe was no longer in the pocket when returning to speak with Wood. He was arrested for Possession of CDS: Opiate Without a Prescription (Tramadol) and Possession of Paraphernalia (hypodermic syringe).

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Destruction of Property Case #17-8916: On February 19, 2017, Deputy V. O’Donnell responded to Tomahawk Trail, in Lusby, for a report of damaged property. He made contact with the victim who explained they were awoken by the sound of loud voices outside their home; and upon investigating, discovered their house had been ‘egged’. No permanent damage was done and no suspects at this time. Destruction of Property Case #17-8859: On February 18, 2017, Deputy A. Curtin responded to Ross Road, in St. Leonard, for the report of damaged property. He made contact with the victim who stated someone had set off a firecracker in his mailbox, completing blowing out the front and back of the mailbox. It appears the damage was done by some type of mortar firework.

assisted Deputy Williamson when making contact with the occupants. He determined Shantell Washington, 28, of Upper Marlboro, MD, a former Burger King employee, was the person responsible for striking the vehicle with a wooden baseball bat found in the vehicle. Also discovered on the floor was a 5” Defender Xtreme knife. Both the wooden bat and knife were seized as evidence. Washington was charged with Malicious Destruction of Property over $1,000.00, Malicious Destruction of Property under $1,000.00 and issued a trespass warning to stay away from the Dunkirk Burger King. The other (juvenile) occupant was also charged and released to their parents.

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Theft Case #17-8358: On February 16, 2017, Deputy T. Rzepkowski was dispatched to Alexander Court, in Port Republic, to investigate a theft from vehicle. He met with the victim who stated at 9:00am that day, they went out to their vehicle and observed the front passenger window busted out. A black and tan Coach purse, they had placed under the seat at 11:00pm the evening before, was now missing. Also stolen are: a brown leather Coach Wallet, MD Driver’s License, Naval Base ID card, credit cards and money. Theft Case #17-8333: On February 16, 2017, Deputy A. Ostazeski was called to Mutual Court, in Port Republic, for a report of theft from vehicle. The victim explained a window was broken out of a vehicle sometime overnight and a purse was stolen. The purse and its’ contents were located a short distance from the vehicle but nothing appeared to be missing. Theft Case #17-8248: On February 15, 2017, Deputy S. Rediker responded to the Prince Frederick Walmart for a shoplifting complaint. The shoplifter, later identified as Justin Holt, 22, of Owings, was observed by security personnel taking two (2) Xbox controllers and placing them in his pocket and clothing. He was observed at the check-out register failing to pay for the controllers hidden on his person. Holt was placed into custody and charged with Theft Less Than $100.00.

Destruction of Property Case #17-8572: On February 17, 2017, Deputy P. Aurich was dispatched to Jones Road, in Dunkirk, for the report that someone had vandalized a home with eggs. The incident took place during the overnight hours of 10:00pm – 6:00am. There are no suspects at this time. Destruction of Property Case #17-8522: On February 17, 2017, at approximately 10:45pm, Deputy K. Williamson was on patrol in the Dunkirk area and witnessed a subject wearing a black jacket and ski mask, swinging an object and striking a vehicle parked in the Burger King parking lot. He then observed the subject jump into a waiting vehicle occupied by one subject. Deputy G. Gott arrived on the scene and

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If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us or by calling 410-535-2800.

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#81 Brian Middledorf Team: Northern Games Played: 10 Points: 27 (20 Goals; 7 Assists)

#76 Cy Harwood Team: Huntingtown Games Played: 12 Points: 23 (10 Goals; 13 Assists)

#64 Justin Lantz Team: Northern Games Played: 11 Points: 25 (10 Goals; 15 Assists)

#37 Thomas Bruening Team: Northern Games Played: 11 Points: 18 (11 Goals; 7 Assists)

Defenders: #46 Tyler Middledorf Team: Northern Games Played: 9 Points: 20 (8 Goals; 12 Assists)

Defenders: #42 Benjamin Krohn Team: Huntingtown Games Played: 12 Points: 19 (7 Goals; 12 Assists)

#21 Justin Robinson Team: Northern Games Played: 12 Points: 20 (10 Goals; 10 Assists)

#25 Derek McKee Team: Patuxent (C) Games Played: 12 Points: 11 (9 Goals; 2 Assists)

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The presentation is geared toward those in recovery and their families. Dress comfortably and be prepared to participate. You’ll enjoy a relaxing evening with a great instructor and the opportunity to win free yoga sessions. Workshop is led by Beth Cory-Leonini, E-RYT, CR, CHC, Founder, Yoga and Wellness for All Sponsored by: Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. Calvert Substance Abuse Services Seating is limited. Registration is Required To register or for more information, call 410-535-FREE Refreshments will be provided. Harriett Brown Community Center, 901 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick, Maryland

Quarterback. Center in hockey. Pitcher. Point guard. These are the great orchestrators of the major sports, the conductors of athletic symphonies. The best at each position are mesmerizing, must-watch performers. Look away at your own risk. Elite quarterbacks command the huddle, manipulate at the line of scrimmage, satisfy a demanding cast of offensive specialists and drop wicked, under-duress passes into tight windows with the game on the line. I’m talking about Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees. Centers lead, glide through traffic, control the power play, score and feather passes to snipers on either wing. My personal favorite is the elegant and cerebral Nicklas Backstrom. Sidney Crosby? No. Wrong town. Wrong writer. Pitchers…what can you say, eh? They put the ball in play and rip pitches that vary in velocity and defy physics. The best control tempo, are masters of situational baseball and are capable of reaching a higher gear, bulldog mode if you will, in high-leverage situations. Example? Max Scherzer. And then there’s my favorite: point guards. In youth basketball, the first thing you need is a kid with handles, right? Those same dribbling wizards are soon breaking presses in middle school and high school. Point guards rule the college game. In the NBA, where dominant, back-to-the-basket bigs have nearly gone the way of the dinosaurs, guards power the universal, spread, drive-and-dish, three-point shot offenses. Point guards advance the ball, control pace, combat stagnation, run sets, gets shots for teammates or create their own when required. For avid sports fans, watching an elite point guard work is a delicious fourcourse dish of jaw-dropping athleticism, unselfishness, high cerebral function and diversity of basketball skill. You see where this is going. Know that I do so with great trepidation. Merely suggesting that the Washington Wizards, behind the oh…so…sexy play of John Freakin’ Wall, will contend in the Eastern Conference will likely cause a karmic apocalypse (this being D.C. sports and all). But that’s what I’m doing. True story: The Washington Bullets winning the 1978 NBA championship is my first sports memory. It’s very faint,

but I remember the Bullets celebrating after beating the Seattle SuperSonics in Game 7. Fast-forward 39 years (gulp), and I’m sports-meditating in my man cave. Contemplating the Wizards’ recent epic heater, I reach this conclusion: This is the best Washington basketball team in nearly four decades. They are legitimate Conference contenders. Yep, in the immortal words of the Star Trek voice-over, I just boldly went where no Washington basketball fan has gone since the Carter administration. After a 2-8 start under new coach Scott Brooks, this looked like another lost season for Washington. Then Wall found another gear, his teammates blended together like Nawlins gumbo and the Wizards, the Washington Wizards, rose from the Eastern Conference’s abysmal depths to its upper crust. Wall is playing the best basketball of his career and is arguably the league’s best pure point guard. His progression is undeniable, even if it wasn’t always consistent. The first overall pick in 2010, Wall has always been a stat-stuffer: Scoring 16-20 points, dropping 8-10 assists and recording two steals is a routine night. But in his first six seasons, Wall was plagued by injuries, a poor supporting cast, inconsistent shooting, an uncontrolled on-count recklessness and a mopey attitude unbecoming a team leader. No more. Wall, still just 26, is averaging career highs in points (22.8), assists (10.2) and steals (2.1) per game. He’s smiling more, attacking relentlessly and doing what he does better than anyone: see the floor and find open teammates in a most unselfish and completely refreshing way in this score-first generation. But it’s the winning that matters most and those hopeless 2-8 Wizards are now 31-24 at the All-Star break. The short: It took several years to build this John Wall. He stopped. He started. He broke down and was rebooted. Now he’s just balling. The patience – he with himself and the organization with him – was worth it. It’s a nice reminder that with a little faith – in ourselves and from the right supporting cast - we can all travel the imperfect journey to becoming our inner All-Star. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com

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Education

Schools Look for Ways to Close SMECO Recognizes Schools the Advanced Placement Gap for Reducing Energy Demand By Dick Myers Staff Writer

African American students in Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) lag behind other racial and ethnic groups in taking high school Advanced Placement (AP) courses. They also lag behind in participation in elementary school Advanced Learner programs. The school system is working to close that gap. School Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry reported to the school board at their Feb. 9 meeting that the school system is anticipating receiving a grant to address low African American performance at two high schools – Patuxent and Calvert. Those schools have been identified as especially underperforming for African-American students. The school board was given a briefing at the meeting by Supervisor of Equity and School Improvement Sandy Walker. He said the goal was not necessarily to bring all racial and ethnic groups to the same level of participation. He said, “We want needs to be met that we are not now meeting.” Walker said the idea was to identify potential AP attendees and find out what was preventing them for availing themselves of the opportunity. There ae currently 28 AP courses made available to high school students. Forty-two percent, or 2,186 students avail themselves of at least one AP course. Yet only 199 are African-American students, or 26.64 percent. Asian American students, on the other

hand, attend at a rate of more than 60 percent. White students participate at a 45.39 percent of their total school population The AP courses available to high school students are: American Government and Politics, Biology, Calculus! & 2, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, European History, French Language and Culture, Music History, Psychology, Spanish Language and Culture, Computer Science Coding, Computer Science Principles, Microeconomics, Physics 1 & 2, Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Mechanics, Statistics, Studio (Drawing), Studio (three), Dimensional Design, Studio (Two), U.S. History and World History. In 4th and 5h grade, students are placed in an Advanced Learner Program based on an assessment system plus how well they are doing in school. Emphasis in the program is on English Language Arts and Mathematics. Of 2,294 students, 437 were identified as Highly-Able Learners. Only 17 African American students fell into that category. More information about the grants to Calvert and Patuxent high Schools, including the amount of the grants, is expected to be announced soon by the school system. dickmyers@countytimes.net

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) and energy management company Comverge/CPower recently issued Calvert County’s public schools almost $100,000 in bill credits and rebates for helping the cooperative reduce peak energy consumption during 2016. The Calvert County school system, which has participated in SMECO’s demand response program for six years, is able to shed load in 21 of its buildings to reduce energy use on very hot days when energy demand and energy costs are at their peak. On those days, the cooperative asks participating customers to cut back on their usage. Large commercial accounts can shut off equipment, run equipment less often, or adjust the temperature settings on air conditioning systems, depending on the type of facility. Participating customers receive credits based on the amount of load they reduce. On February 9, representatives from SMECO and Comverge/ CPower recognized the school system’s participation by presenting

a symbolic check for $99,382 to the Calvert County Board of Education. The amount is based on the school system’s load reduction in 2016. “Participating in Demand Response has opened the doors to opportunities we otherwise wouldn’t have access to. As a result of this partnership with Comverge and SMECO, Calvert County Public Schools continue to reduce our energy consumption, saving our school system valuable dollars,” said Sheila Stevens, energy and environmental specialist for Calvert County Public Schools. From Southern Maryland Electric Co-op.

Pictured from left are Suzanne Levine, CPower account manager, Jennifer Raley, SMECO energy and technology programs manager for demand-side management, and Pamela Cousins, president of the Calvert County Board of Education.

Both events are free of charge and open to the public. For more information, visit www.smcm.edu The President’s Inaugural Lecture Series

Walter Mosley Novelist and Social Commentator

“The Only True Race is the Human Race”

Benjamin Bradlee Distinguished Lecture in Journalism

Cokie Roberts

Resilience and Resistance: Coping in Hard Times

March 7, 8:00 p.m. Auerbach Auditorium, St. Mary’s Hall Mosley is the author of the major bestselling mystery series featuring detective Easy Rawlins. His nonfiction examines contributions to economic inequality, politics, and justice in America.

Books for sale and signing to follow the event

Books for sale and signing to follow the event Presented by the Center for the Study of Democracy

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Thursday, February 23, 2017

New President at Helm of Patuxent River Naval Air Museum By Dave Spigler Feature Story Writer Our Navy first came to our area during the early days of World War II when the powers that be in Washington saw the need to build a base to consolidate the development and testing of naval aircraft and airborne weapon systems. (Under full disclosure, there is a historical report of the first naval skirmish in Maryland actually took place just off Cedar Point when the British Navy confronted the Chesapeake Flotilla in June 1814). The increased threats and needs created by our enemies in Europe and the Pacific theaters caused an unprecedented rush to build better, more advanced equipment to meet this challenge. Carrier-based aircraft gave our nation the ability to take the fight to the Germans and the Japanese anywhere in the world. Enemy submarines off our coasts gave rise to our need to improve our maritime surveillance with more sophisticated devices installed in our patro aircraft. Bigger aircraft able to carry additional fuel to remain “on top” of our submerged adversaries for greater periods of time became a “must.” Faster attack aircraft with the ability to deliver their ordnance more accurately became a priority. Our sea-based fighter aircraft needed to be improved to protect our fleet when engaging the enemy in the air. These were huge needs to ensure our superiority and the base at Patuxent River was established to assure our victory in WWII would be attained more efficiently and quickly. A commission appointed to find a suitable location for consolidating this work considered a 6400-square acre tract of mostly level land at the confluence of the Patuxent River and the Chesapeake Bay as it primary choice. Originally called Jarboesville after its first postmaster, it was a collection of small rural farms and sleepy residential villages, but it offered a perfect spot to quickly construct an airstrip and facilities to meet our growing war efforts. The cost for this parcel was $712,287 and the residents were given until March 1, 1942 to relocate. To accommodate the sudden rush of folks, both military and civilian, to accomplish this feat, the town of Lexington Park formed just outside of the base and rapidly became the population center for St. Mary’s County. The town was named to honor the USS Lexington (CV-2) which sunk in May of 1942. New stores, schools, churches and businesses followed, much of it controlled by the Millison family. Construction of the new Naval Air Station began in in April of 1942. A 350-home community was completed in 1943 to house workers at the base and was called the “Flattops.” These simple homes were inhabited continually until being demolished just a few years ago. Now almost 75 years later, Naval Air Station Patuxent River, often referred to as “Pax,” [Latin for “Peace”], has become

the centerpiece of the finest aviation research, development, testing, and evaluation [RDT&E] organization in the country with a “world class” reputation of accomplishment and achievement. Many inventions and systems have become possible due to the great scientific and engineering capabilities of this institution. A perfect example is the original concept to develop the Global Positioning System [GPS] for naval aircraft that was later adopted for use in our automobiles can be traced to a group of experts at Pax who made it a reality! Pax has become the economic engine that drives St. Mary’s and southern Calvert counties. The Patuxent River Naval Aircraft Museum [PRNAM] has a decades-long history of providing the public an opportunity to “peek” at the work being done behind the base gates by more than 22,000 military, federal, and defense contractors of nearly 200 high tech aerospace firms. For years, it has existed as the primary means for collecting, preparing and displaying the airplanes and equipment used to produce the finest weapons systems, tactics, and methods possible. It is a unique, one-of-akind facility! In addition to its magnificent display of aircraft used as “testbeds” for the development of sophisticated warfare systems, it also focuses on the concepts and ideas that were thought out and built and then introduced to the Fleet following completion of testing. The museum also displays concepts that never made it to operational status for whatever reason; a good example is the Martin PBM–6 aircraft, a jet-powered version of the propeller driven PBM airplane. While the new jet version was a great idea, the major problem with water intrusion into its jet intakes causing the engines to fail could not be overcome and led to the test aircraft crashing with a loss of life. This major program was soon terminated. Additionally, the museum provides displays of artifacts, simulators, films and books spanning the history of Naval Aviation. New equipment, weapons, and aircraft are arriving regularly to be shown in the newly finished multi- million-dollar main building that opened in 2016. The folks running the museum regularly rotate the exhibits to keep the presentations fresh so visitors will come again and again to see the latest items loaned to this facility. Recent additions include a Tomahawk missile and a T-38 aircraft used by the US Naval Test Pilot School here at Pax as part of its flight training syllabus for its students. The biggest highlight the museum provides is its outdoor display of 22 Navy airplanes that were used as “flying test beds” over the past seventy years. These historical aircraft are displayed in their original form and are available to the visitors to walk up and touch, peer inside, and have pictures

taken with. They are lined up in a memory lane fashion for the public and old veteran service members to appreciate. Many former or retired Navy and Marine aviation personnel, often referred to as “Airedales” or “Brown Shoes”, come from all over the country to recall old war stories or reminisce about the “good days!” Often, the sight of these planes will bring a tear or two even to the toughest old “sea dog” when they bring back memories of their time flying or fixing these planes of yesteryear. This collection includes the prototype for the newest fighter in the military inventory, the F-35! These aircraft are a real treat and should not be missed by any visitor coming to St. Mary’s County. With the recent opening of the new, larger facility, the Museum Board of Directors selected Captain George Hill (USN ret) as its new president to direct the future growth and development of this national treasure. Captain Hill brings a wealth of naval aviation experience and a deep understanding of the development and operational process to this role. He had 35-year career, first serving as an enlisted Aviation Electronics Technician at VX-4 in Point Mugu, California where he was selected for the Naval Enlisted Scientific Education Program and attended the University of Kansas. He graduated with Honors in 1975 earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering. Upon receiving his Officer Commission, he soon qualified for Flight School, earning his Wings of Gold and became a qualified multi-engine pilot flying the P-3 Orion Maritime Surveillance patrol plane. The Captain completed his operational tour with VP-22 in Barbers Point, Hawaii, and received selection to the Navy’s Test Pilot School [TPS], graduating with Class 79 in 1981. He was then assigned as a Project Officer at the ASW Directorate here at Pax. He went back to TPS in 1982 as an Instructor Pilot. He then returned to the Fleet and later became Skipper of VP-40 Patrol Squadron on the West Coast. Following this tour, he transferred once more to Pax as the Chief Test Pilot, then Director of the Force Warfare Aircraft Test Squadron here. His final tour of duty was his assignment as the Program Manager [PMA -290] at the Maritime Surveillance Aircraft Program Office at the Commander Naval Air Systems Command Headquarters now relocated from Arlington, Virginia to Pax. During his 35 years of association with Naval Aviation, Captain Hill amassed over 4500 flight hours in 47 different types of aircraft.

The County Times recently interviewed President Hill to learn of his plans and what he envisioned this Aircraft Museum would be like in the 2020’s. We also asked him about the new status and direction planned for this organization and his thoughts about promoting the Museum as an even larger tourist attraction and destination point here in Southern Maryland. Here is what the new President had to say: County Times (CT) What do you envision the Aircraft Museum will be like in the 2020’s? Other than some new exhibits, do you see it developing into an even bigger tourist attraction/ treasure for Southern Maryland? Capt. George Hill (Hill): The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum has a mission to preserve, educate, and inspire. It is the only museum in the country dedicated to RDT&E of Naval Aviation. The Museum, its staff, and volunteers seek to preserve the history of Naval Aviation, educate the public regarding the crucial role Patuxent River played in the development of Naval Aviation, and inspire young people to careers in this field. Over the coming years, I believe it will develop into much more than a local museum. Of course, there will be new exhibits but it also means more involvement with tourism within all of Southern Maryland. I think we should be part of the larger concept that Southern Maryland is a destination and we should attract visitors to come here again and again and for longer periods in order to see all the great attractions located here. CT: Why should the public be interested in naval aviation systems history and development? Hill: I’m often asked “What makes Naval Aviation different?” The short answers are the environment and the weapon systems. Developing weapon systems that can be deployed around the world aboard ships and

Thursday, February 23, 2017 operate reliably in all weather conditions is unique to Naval Aviation. Exposing the aircraft, weapons, and even the people to the harsh effects of the salt-water environment presents significant challenges. Only talented people with specialized training, operational experience, and specialized facilities can overcome these challenges. We have exhibits and artifacts at the museum that represent Naval Aviation technology from its earliest beginnings (a replica of the A-1 Triad (for instance) and to the prototype of its newest airplane, the X-35C. Many of these artifacts are singular items that you can’t see anywhere else in the world. They demonstrate interesting technology and advancements but they also tell the great story of the men and women who made such progress possible. CT: What better ideas can we come up with to attract groups [school students, tour groups, student engineers of aerospace/ aeronautical, electrical, mechanical, etc. to this facility?

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The Calvert County Times Hill: We have completely revamped our website, upgraded it and made it more inviting. We have done similar things on other social media sites. These things alone are not enough. We need to continue our outreach efforts with the schools, tour businesses as well as the general public. We also need to listen to these folks because at our core we must strive to be a place of which all of Southern Maryland is proud and wants to visit often. In order to do that, we need interesting programs, events, and exhibits that attract all segments of the population here. CT: Can you talk to the support volunteers play in the success of the museum? How many are needed on a regular basis to make it function properly? Hill: Volunteers are fundamental to our museum. We have a very small paid staff and the very success of the museum depends on the participation of our volunteers. Every day we have docents as well as exhibit team members, along with staff members, in the museum to ensure that it not only functions

but also provides an enjoyable experience for visitors. It is not an exaggeration to say that we could not operate without our volunteers. We have a wonderful collection of volunteers and it is a joy to work with them in striving to accomplish our goals. CT: What are the most popular exhibits. What recent attractions have been incorporated? Hill: Popularity of exhibits is really a function of the age of the visitor. Kids love to see “hands on” exhibits. Many engineers come to get up close with the technology. Almost everyone loves the simulators and the flight line. Our simulators are currently going through a major upgrade to improve the software but also the visual systems. One great thing about this museum is how close you can get to the exhibits. Every museum can be described as a work in progress because there are always new exhibits under development and new artifacts with supporting stories and documentation being put on display. Changes in the exhibits are what keeps a museum fresh and attracts repeat visitors. We recently added a T-38 Talon to our in exhibits in the new

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museum building. It is on loan to us from the Test Pilot School and they did a magnificent job in preparing it for display. CT: Anything else you would like to include in this story that you would like the public to know about this fine institution? Hill: This museum is a fine example of cooperation between many groups to allow us to give the general public a glimpse of what goes on inside the Naval Air Station. The museum buildings are on county land and are leased, most of the airplanes are on loan from the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, and an Association administers our museum. It is a privately funded Association and we try to keep the admission fees as low as possible so that as many people can enjoy it as possible. We are always looking for new members and new volunteers CT: If you care to answer, what made you come back to assume this new challenge in your life, especially after your long, illustrious 35-year career as a Naval Officer and Pilot? Hill: My wife, Paula, and I moved back to Maryland to be closer to our children and grandchildren. I loved nearly every day of my 35-year career in the Navy, about half of which was spent at Patuxent River. When we returned to the area, my wife suggested that I get involved in the museum because she knew that I enjoyed being around the airplanes and talking to people about them. As they say, one thing led to another, and now I am the President of the Museum Association and proud to have the opportunity to serve in this position.

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Check out the First Friday Specials!

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“WOMANS Work, Have you come a long way baby?” Talented regional woman artists will be showcasing their pieces at this new and exciting show! This show has been extended through March! Don’t miss this opportunity to see the work of regional women artists. Reception to be held First Friday, March 3rd from 5-8pm.

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Dragonfly Designs will be holding a special March First Friday sale of 15% off the whole store! Stop by and visit Sharon and see all of the amazing jewelry, art, home decor, and much more in this delightful shop.

Be sure to stop by one of Leonardtown’s newest hotspots for a fun evening of karaoke! Sing along to your favorite tunes, create an origami piece or two, enjoy some gaming time and bring your appetite for delicious food on First Friday, March 3rd!

BTB COFFEE BAR/ BTB SPEAKEASY 41658 Fenwick St. 301-475-2400

Be sure to stop by the BTB Coffee Bar! The Hot Chocolate Bar will be open, top your beverage off with treats of your choice: delicious chocolate chips, fluffy marshmallows, crisp toffee, gummy bears, white chocolate pretzels, cherries, many flavors of syrups, and whipped cream topping! And refills are FREE!

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March is Youth Art Month and we are celebrating by hosting workshops in paper, metal, resin & more! Richmond artist and faculty member at VCU Reni Gower will be in town for her opening in our gallery and to host a workshop ‘Papercuts’ from 3-6 pm on March 3rd. Participants will design motifs inspired by Celtic knot work or Islamic tile patterns, registration is $40 for ages 11 and up, sign up at: www.yellowdoorartstudios.com/ workshops.

For the March First Friday event, the North End Gallery’s theme is “Body, Mind and Soul.” Visit the gallery to see the exciting ways that its 30 members interpret these concepts in their new work. Pictured here is a water-media painting by artist Christina Allen, this is an original illustration used in her “Momma Tree” children’s book.

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Join us for an art show featuring students from St. Mary’s County at the Leonardtown Arts Center.

inspired by the theme:

Art Jam!

Artist Reception

5 -8 PM

New View Fiber Works Studio

The Arts Center is located at 22660 Washington St, 2nd Fl.

Members of the Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra & Choir will be playing in venues throughout the town

Featuring Handcrafted Gifts & Items Produced by Local Artisans & Farmers Sophisticated Weavings & Intricately Knitted Quality Lace Luxury Fibers & Lush Textiles Including Fine Wool, Alpaca, Angora, Mohair, Silk & Cotton

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“To support the ‘Youth Art Jam in Leonardtown’ theme, Anna created this artsy, fun, & extra yummy Carrot Cake smoothie. Be sure to stop by and see us on First Friday, March 3rd from 5-8 pm!”.

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Dawn Brotherton is a recently-retired Air Force colonel, wife, mother-of-two teenage daughters, a Girl Scout leader, and a talented author as well! This is your opportunity to come meet Dawn in person as she will be signing books from her Lady Tigers’ Youth Fiction Series, as well as copies from the Jackie Austin Mystery Series, during our First Friday event. Other books will be offered including the special pub-

lication “Softball Scoresheet”, which is an 11x15 inch scorebook that holds pages for 30 games and explains the basic guidelines and rules of softball to help make you a better score keeper.

CRAZY FOR EWE

22715 Washington Street, 301-475-2744

March First Friday at Crazy for Ewe is going to be a fabulous triple play -- a new shawl project, a fashion jewelry trunk show, and music by the Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra and Choir (SMYOC). Join us to get started on Nobadeer, a lovely cresecent shaped shawlette in Findley DK, a luxurious blend of merino and silk. While you’re here, try on some of the pieces from Chloe and Isabel, a chic line of jewelry and accessories. The talented members of SMYOC will be performing while you knit and shop. See you there!

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Obituaries

In Remembrance John J. Cooke, Jr. John J. Cooke, Jr. age 69 of North Beach, Maryland passed away peacefully on February 16, in the presence of his loving family. He was born on August 15, 1947 in Washington, D.C. to John J. and Louise (Schildknecht) Cooke. John was raised in Hillcrest Heights, Maryland and graduated from Surattsville High School in 1965. He later attended the University of Maryland. He married Kathleen Hardy Cooke on August 9, 1966. He was employed as a Machinist Apprentice, and later for the Automotive Business where he became General Manager of Ourisman Mitsubishi. He was in the Automotive Business for 32 years. John loved the outdoors and enjoyed his motorcycles, jet skis and boating. He also was a devoted Redskin, Orioles, and Maryland Terrapins fan. He loved his family and had many friends and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, uncles, aunts and cousin. John is survived by his daughter Michele L. Walker of Prince Frederick, Md., daughter Pam A. Wise of Chesapeake Beach, and son John J. Cooke, III of Owings, MD. Grandchildren, Jessica Wise, Michael Wise, Erica Killerlane,

Claudia Killerlane and Great Grandson L.J. Nocenti. Also surviving are his sister Carol Embrey, of Church Creek, MD and his former spouse and friend Kathy Cooke, of Chesapeake Beach, MD.

Kathryn “Kay” Hickox Kathryn “Kay” Hickox, 99, of Owings, Maryland passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017 in the Calvert County Nursing Center, Prince Fredrick surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Huntington, West Virginia on July 23, 1917. Kay was one of 8 siblings, born to Frank and Mable (Harvey) Gibbs. She moved to Washington D.C. with her family when she was a teenager. This is where she later met and married her husband Chet “Bill” Hickox, a navy man. Kay loved the military life and traveling all around the United States with her family of four children pretty much raising them alone while her husband was off at sea. Kay loved being a wife and mother staying home and taking care of her children that she loved dearly. When Bill retired from the Navy after 20 years, they moved back to D.C. where they met, and ﬁnished raising their children.

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When the children were grown and out on their own, Kay who had a knack for styling hair, decided to go to beauty school at the age of 50. After school was completed, she got a job at Maurice-Jo’s salon in District Heights where she worked for several years retiring in 1974. Kay was formerly an active member of the Morningside VFW. She enjoyed horse racing and would attend the Triple Crown races, bowling and taking family vacations. Kay is survived by her daughter Donna and her husband Ray Herbert of Chesapeake Beach, daughter Brenda Cornelius of Owings, son Chester Hickox Jr. and his wife Ginger of Chesapeake Beach, and sister Elizabeth Martin of Springﬁeld, Ohio, 9 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill Hickox, son Howard Anderson, grandsons Ronald and David Anderson, brothers Robert, Walter, Hershell, and Glen Gibbs and sisters Pauline Robinson and Dorothy Herbert.

Charles “Skip” Stewart Martin III Charles “Skip” Stewart Martin III, of Dunkirk, MD passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 surrounded by his family, at the age of 68. He was born on April 4, 1948 in Point Pleasant, NJ to Doris (Bissett) and Charles Steward Martin, Jr. Skip worked as electrician and owned his own contracting company. He was a member of Electricians Local 26 since 1970 and the past president of SCCA. In 1974, the family moved to Dunkirk. He attended Smithville United Methodist Church and served as a Sunday school teacher. In later years he attended Grace Brethren. Skip loved people and was a soccer coach for the Calvert County Parks and Recs. For over 46 years, Skip was the beloved husband of Audrey (Buck) Martin. He was the loving father of Katie McAllister and her husband Jeremy, Charlie Martin and his wife Kate and Sarah Rosier and her husband Collan. He was the devoted grandfather of Jimmy, Timmy and Megan McAl-

lister and Alayna and Jude Martin. Skip is preceded in death by his parents. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to JDRF, Central PA Chapter, 3009 Market Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011. Arrangements by Lee Funeral Home.

Marie Louise LeBark Marie Louise LeBark, 91, of Owings passed away January 27, 2017. She was born October 25, 1925 in Washington, D.C. to Louis Raymond and Marie (Springer) LeBark. Marie was raised on a farm in Upper Marlboro where she had to work extremely hard in the tobacco fields. Amazingly, however, she developed a great love for farming. In her adulthood, Marie was one of the first women farmers to receive a grant from the state of Maryland, allowing her to buy her own farm in Calvert County. Marie later worked at the Huntingtown compacter site for many years. She ruled there with an iron fist, but so enjoyed her interactions with the people who came there, especially if they turned a bit confrontational. Marie was a faithful parishioner of St. John Vianney Catholic Church. For decades, she unlocked the church early on Sunday mornings, only stopping when her driving got a bit out of hand. She considered Father Daly one of her closest friends. She will be missed by many who saw past the gruff exterior and her favorite curmudgeonly ways. She had a big heart and lots of love to give. She truly broke the mold. Marie was preceded in death by her sister Anna Prout. She is survived by her brother Raymond LeBark of Prince Frederick, her beloved cousins: from France, her cousin Raymond Le Barh, his wife, Marie Claire, daughter Catherine and her daughter Margaux, and son Christophe and his daughter Rafaelle and a son. From Germany, her cousin’s wife, Ursula and his son Stephan Paule. Marie was very proud of her European heritage, and held close ties with all of her cousins abroad.

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Librarians Graduate from American Red Cross Kicks Off ‘Red Cross Month’ Leadership Program The Southern Maryland Regional Library Association’s first graduation class of a public library leadership program saw 13 librarians receive certification for completing the six-month program. The Southern Maryland Training and Education in Library Leadership Advancement and Readiness program, STELLAR, is the first of its kind for locally training librarians in leadership training, and was developed by Jennifer Hopwood, the training coordinator for the regional library. She was assisted by six librarians from Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties that not only represented their systems, but acted as mentors to their fellow attendees. Those individuals are: Colleen Cano and Megan Jones (Calvert Library); Ashley Teagle and Alyssa Williams (Charles County Public Library); and Mary Anne Bowman and Jill Hutchison (St. Mary’s County Library). “Having the participation of skilled library mentors was an important part of the program,” said Hopwood. “It gave the class diverse experience and role-models with whom they could interact, discuss and plan.” The 13 librarians who completed the STELLAR program represented the three Southern Maryland county libraries and the regional library. Participants included: Melissa DeCesaris, Shannon Gibbons, Rachel Gordon and Cynthia Lawrence (Calvert Library); Sarah Anderson, Glenda Fields, Sarah Guy and Christine Thompson (Charles County Public Library); Tess Goldwasser, Jenell Steis, Cecelia Thomas

and Eric Variz (St. Mary’s County Library); and Sharon Reidt (Southern Maryland Regional Library Association). The six-month, six-session program, which began in September, focused on 13 different competencies to further develop library leadership within the Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s county library systems. Those competencies were based on the leadership ideas in the book, “Remarkable Leadership” by Kevin Eikenberry, and included: Developing Others; Thinking and Acting Innovatively; Taking Responsibility and Accountability; Championing Change; Setting Goals and Supporting Goal Setting; Focusing on Customers; Valuing Collaboration and Teamwork; Managing Projects and Processes Successfully; Communicating Powerfully; Building Relationships; Influencing with Impact; and Solving Problems and Making Decisions. Additionally, a competency on advocacy was also added. The program also utilized the information from the StrengthFinder 2.0 assessment as a way to guide the participants on how to apply their strengths to these competencies. The program was free to the 13 library staff members who participated – four each from the three counties and one from the regional library. Feedback from the initial class was excellent and Hopwood hopes to begin a second STELLAR cohort for area librarians later this year. From Southern Maryland Reginal Library Association.

With Visits To Maryland Legislators And Proclamation On House Floor On March 1st the American Red Cross kicks off ‘Red Cross Month’ with meet and greet visits with Maryland’s legislators in Annapolis. Members of the Red Cross Boards as well as Executive staff will meet with the legislators in an effort to increase awareness of Red Cross services including Disaster, Blood, Service to Armed Forces and Health and Safety. In addition to the conferences, there will be a Proclamation on the House Floor recognizing March as Red Cross Month in Maryland. This event is also a great chance to share services available to the public. The public is encouraged to join us on Carroll Street!! Come out to speak with Red Cross volunteers, learn about preparedness, and just as importantly; have an opportunity to find out how to become a volunteer and even donate lifesaving blood at our on-site Blood Mobile.  “Red Cross Month is one month out of the year but the services delivered by Red Cross volunteers continues day after day, month after month. This event is just one way we really partner with our constituents to further education about all the Red Cross has to offer and how our communities can become stronger together.” said Scott Salemme, Regional Chief Executive Officer.

CMH Receives International Baby-Friendly Award Baby-Friendly USA has announced that Calvert Memorial Hospital has received prestigious international recognition as a Baby-Friendly Designated birth facility. Baby-Friendly USA, Inc is the U.S. authority for the implementation of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (“BFHI”), a global program sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The initiative encourages and recognizes hospitals and birthing centers that offer an optimal level of care for breastfeeding mothers and their babies. Based on the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, this prestigious international award recognizes birth fa-

STELLAR 2017 graduates in front row, from left to right: Rachel Gordon, Cynthia Lawrence, Glenda Fields, Sharon Reidt and Tess Goldwasser. Back row (from left to right): Sarah Guy, Shannon Gibbons, Melissa DeCesaris, Janell Steis, Cecelia Thomas, Sarah Anderson and Christine Thompson. Not pictured is Eric Variz.

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For the month of March the photography, as well as other artistic, creative and imaginative talents of Southern Maryland’s own Lonnie Harkins will be featured at Artworks@7th in North Beach.. Leading you on a journey from traditional photography to the realm of Fine Art, the new show by Lonnie showcases his vision as seen through the camera lens as well as his artistic vision that comes from within. The show will run from March 2nd thru April 2nd with an Opening Reception and complimentary refreshments on Saturday,

March 4th from 5:00-8:00 PM. So come on out, meet the artist, support your local arts community, and peruse the distinctive and unique works of Lonnie Harkins as well as the other creative and talented local artists offered throughout the gallery – you’ll be impressed with the artistic quality and creativity of the work and you might just find that something special for friends, family, or even for yourself! From ArtWorks@7th.

When: Wednesday, March 1, 2017 8:00am – 5:00pm Where: Carroll Street and the State House Who: American Red Cross staff and volunteers with Maryland’s Legislators and the general public How: Blood donations accepted at our on-site mobile Blood unit. Informational tables for preparedness info and volunteer opportunities. Save time by completing part of the health screening in advance for blood donations by visiting http:// www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass the day of your donation. WHAT PEOPLE CAN DO: Join us in Annapolis for this kickoff event and learn how to become involved in the Red Cross Mission in their own communities. JOIN GIVING DAY People can also take part in the annual Red Cross Giving Day on April 21, a 24-hour fundraising campaign to help people in communities across the country in need of emergency support. Your gift can provide hope and urgent relief to people who need it most. If you would like to help, you can find out more at redcross.org/ givingday.

cilities that offer breastfeeding mothers the information, confidence, and skills needed to successfully initiate and continue breastfeeding their babies. There are more than 20,000 designated Baby-Friendly hospitals and birth centers worldwide. Currently there are 387 active Baby-Friendly hospitals and birth centers in the United States. The “Baby-Friendly” designation is given after a rigorous on-site survey is completed. The award is maintained by continuing to practice the Ten Steps as demonstrated by quality processes. From Calvert Memorial Hospital

Afternoon Tea in the Garden at Point Farm The Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum hosts their seventh annual Tea in the Garden at Point Farm. Using the British model of Afternoon Tea, Mother’s Day, May 14, 2017, was selected as the special occasion to celebrate. Sandwiches, scones, and other delectable fare will be served with a choice of delicious teas. Music, tea pot boutique, basket of tea items raffle and tours of the Jefferson Patterson House are included. This yearly event is eagerly anticipated by the ladies of Calvert County. They come to celebrate their womanhood, friendships and enjoy the elegance of a bygone era.

The Tea Committee of the JPPM Friends requests your help to promote and advertise this event. If possible, please consider using one of our numerous pictures from past events to grace the cover... or write a feature article… for your publication. Any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated by the JPPM Friends Tea Committee and the ladies of Calvert County. From Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum

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Zumba Gold-Toning Sunderland Elementary School, Clyde Jones Rd, Sunderland, MD 7:00 PM-8:00 PM Zumba Gold-Toning is a dance/ﬁtness/toning program for people like me who want and need to stay active and ﬁt but don’t like to work hard at it. This is a party at your own pace with no prior dance experience required. I guarantee you will love it. Registration is required through Calvert County Parks and Rec. Call 410-257-6770 to register or for more information.

Friday, February 24 Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, Maryland 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Sea Horses. For children ages 3 to 5 years old and their caregivers. Fee is $5, CMM members are FREE. Fried Chicken Dinner—Chesapeake Beach 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Chesapeake Beach 5:30 PM-7:00 PM The Chef will be dishing up this luscious dinner with mac & cheese and a vegetable, roll, & beverage beginning at 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 . This is a meal you won’t soon forget. In the lower level dining room, the cost is $12. The Post is on Route 260 at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to (301)855-6466. Public Welcome. www.ALpost206.org

Saturday, February 25 Zumba Gold Toning Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Zumba Gold-Toning is a dance/ﬁtness/toning program for people like me who want and need to stay active and ﬁt but don’t like to work hard at it. This is a party at your own pace with no prior dance experience required. I guarantee you will love it. Call 410257-2554 to register through Calvert County Parks and Rec or register online.

Try Hockey for Free Capital Clubhouse 3033 Market Place Waldorf, MD 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Interested in giving ice hockey a try? Come out to Southern Maryland Sabres’ and USA Hockey’s Try Hockey For Free event at the Capital Clubhouse! Local youth, ages 4 to 9, are encouraged to experience ice hockey for the ﬁrst time and learn the basic skills in a fun, safe environment. Please bring skates, gloves (hockey or regular) and any kind of helmet. Skates and additional equipment will be provided if needed. Register online at: www.tryhockeyforfree. com/7295 Fossil Club Meeting and Lecture Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, Maryland 1:00 PM In the third ﬂoor Lounge, followed by a public lecture in the Harms Gallery. Interested in joining the CMM Fossil Club? Attend the meeting to learn more information. At the public lecture, George Klein will reference his newly published book and speak on “Crocodiles and Alligators—My Perspective.” FREE. Build a Toy Boat Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, Maryland 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Make your own toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation requested with museum admission.

Sunday, February 26 Pajama Champagne Brunch The Striped Rock Restaurant, 14470 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Keep your PJs on and join us for a Pajama Champagne Brunch Fundraiser to support Denise Collins for Mardi Gras Wueen & United Way of Calvert County! Every dollar raised at this event equals one vote for Denise to be crowned Queen! All proceeds beneﬁt United Way’s Community Impact & Basic Needs Grants that are distributed to local nonproﬁt organizations serving the residents of Calvert County. Register online: www.unitedwaycalvert.org/civicrm/event/ info?reset=1&id=64

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Quarter Auction Beneﬁt Calvert County Fairgrounds 12 Noon-3:00 PM Doors open at noon Auction starts at 1:00PM Proceeds beneﬁt the Calvert County 4H. Paddles are $3 each or 2 for $5. All bids are 1—4 quarters; no bids are over 4 quarters— most are only 1 or 2 quarter bids! Participating vendors include representatives from: Island Momma Baking Co., Thirty One, Origami Owl, Princess House, Scentsy, Tupperware, Kitcheneez, Lemongrass Spa, Pampered Chef, AVON, Traveling Vineyard, Chalky & Co., Longaberger, Your Changing Style, Tastefully Simple, Shara’ Tea With Me, Crabby Corn, Bottoms Up, Younique and Abby & Anna. For info or reservations call 410-474-2958 or 240-416-4224.

Monday, February 27 PAC Campus Roy Rogers Spirit Night Roy Rogers in Solomons Maryland 5:00 PM-8:00 PM The Patuxent Appeal Elementary School Campus will host their Roy Rogers Spirit Night to raise funds for the fifth grade field trips to Colonial Williamsburg, VA and West River Maryland. Come down and enjoy dinner with the family and mention that you are helping to support our school fundraiser. Hope to see you there. Zumba Gold-Toning at the Firehouse Dunkirk Fire Department, 3170 W Ward Rd, Dunkirk, MD 20754 7:00 PM-8:00 PM FREE for all current/active first responders! This class is Zumba Gold Toning—a dance/ fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that allows you to move at your own pace while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. This class will be held on the ground floor through the rear parking lot. Drop in fee is only $5, with greater discounts on multi-class passes. For more info, email me at zumbabonnie@comcast.net

Tuesday, February 28 Pancake Supper: Shrove Tuesday @ Middleham and St. Peter‘s Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish 10210 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Mark your calendar for the Annual Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Pancake Supper! Come out for an evening of fellowship with friends and acquaintances from the parish and the community. Pancakes and country sausage along with various fruit toppings will be served. Coffee and juices—apple, cranberry and orange—are on the menu also. The cost is a free will donation which will help to support the parish. Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish, 10210 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657 Shepherd‘s Pie Dinner- Chesapeake Beach American Legion 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd, Route 260, Chesapeake Beach MD 5:30 PM-7:00 PM The American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 will host this meal from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Lower Level Dining Room of the American Legion Post at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Cost is $10 and includes all the trimmings and beverage.. Public warmly invited. For information call (301)855-6466.

Pancake Dinner—Shrove Tuesday Union Church 8912 Chesapeake Avenue North Beach MD 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Join the Union Church congregation and guests as we celebrate Shrove Tuesday with a pancake dinner totally prepared by the church’s men. Zumba Gold-Toning Sunderland Elementary School, Clyde Jones Rd, Sunderland, MD 7:00 PM-8:00 PM Zumba Gold-Toning is a dance/ﬁtness/toning program for people like me who want and need to stay active and ﬁt but don’t like to work hard at it. This is a party at your own pace with no prior dance experience required. I guarantee you will love it. Registration is required through Calvert County Parks and Rec. Call 410-257-6770 to register or for more information.

Wednesday, March 1 Community Input Meeting. Northeast Community Center 2:00 PM-4:00 PM This meeting is an opportunity for the community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach, 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. calvertlibrary.info. Community Input Meeting. Dunkirk Fire Hall 7:00 PM-8:30 PM This meeting is an opportunity for the community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Dunkirk Fire Hall, 3170 West Ward Road, Dunkirk, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. calvertlibrary.info.

Thursday, March 2 Calvert Toastmasters Contest 205 Main St Prince Frederick 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Do you want to become a conﬁdent public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll ﬁnd a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. We will have our Speech and evaluation contests at this meeting. For more information see our website at calvert.toastmastersclubs.org Education Focus Group. Calvert Board of Education 3:00 PM-4:30 PM This focus group is an opportunity for teachers, homeschoolers and others in the education community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Please register. Calvert Board of Education, 1305 Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. calvertlibrary.info.

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Stretch & Grow. 9:30-10:00am. Stretch & Grow combines simple stretching and literacy components in a calm, fun environment. A great way to connect your mind to your body and start the day. Ages 2 - 5. Calvert Library Southern Branch. Shake It Out Music and Movement. 10:15-10:45am. Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. Calvert Library Southern Branch. JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:00-3:00pm. Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling, résumé help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. Calvert Library Southern Branch. Native Bees with Sam Droege. 6:30-8:00pm. Calvert County Master Gardeners and Calvert Library are hosting popular speaker Sam Droege, biologist with USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center to talk about native bees. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Read Across Maryland Dr. Seuss Celebration. 6:30-7:30pm. Come help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the joy of reading with stories, songs and fun! Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,. S.T.E.A.M. PUNKS. 6:30-7:30pm. Trivia Trouble!! Question, Discover and Explore the world of art as we create life size masterpieces! Grades 3 to 7. Please register. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

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On Pins & Needles. 1:00-4:00pm. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Saturday, February 25

Construction Zone. 2:00-4:00pm. Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection of Legos, Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs, Blocks, Magformers and more. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Monday, February 27

Monday Morning Fun. 10:00-11:00am. Join us at 10 am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Green Crafting. 2:00-5:00pm. Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework, and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Tuesday, February 28

Flying Needles. 6:00-9:00pm. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. Calvert Library Southern Branch. Faith and Tobacco: African American Families & the Building of a Legacy. 7:00-8:30pm. With the 325th anniversary of All Saints Church as the backdrop, we explore the development of the Church and the shaping of County through the eyes of the families whose stories form the backbone of that narrative. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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Community Input Meeting. 2:00-4:00pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Northeast Community Center. Book Discussion - (Lotus Cafe). 6:30-8:00pm. Recurring monthly book discussion held at Lotus Cafe. This months book is “A Man Called Ove,” by Fredrik Backman. Calvert Library Southern Branch. Read Across Maryland - Dr. Seuss Celebration. 6:30-7:30pm. Come help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the joy of reading with stories, songs, birthday cake and fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Community Input Meeting. 7:00-8:30pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Dunkirk Fire Hall.

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On Pins & Needles. 2:00-4:00pm. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch. Education Focus Group. 3:00-4:30pm. This focus group is an opportunity for teachers, homeschoolers and others in the education community to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Please register. Calvert Board of Education. Art Attack. 6:30-7:30pm. Kids in 3rd through 6th grade are invited to connect with their inner artist at Art Attack! Each program will be based on a different artist or art style. No preparations are necessary and everyone will go home with their own inspired creation. This month’s theme: Comics! Please register. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch. Read Across Maryland - Dr. Seuss Celebration. 6:30-7:30pm. Come help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the joy of reading with stories, songs, birthday cake and fun! Calvert Library Southern Branch. Read Across Maryland - Dr. Seuss Celebration. 7:00-7:30pm. Come help us celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the joy of reading with stories, songs, birthday cake and fun! Calvert Library Fairview Branch.

Parents of Preschoolers Focus Group. 10:30-11:30am. This focus group is an opportunity for parents of preschoolers to share thoughts about what library services and facilities they need and want. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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Thursday, February 23, 2017

Young n O at g Heart n i Go In Entertainment

By Office of Aging Staff

Blood Pressures Available Weekly

Thursday, February 23

Saturday, February 25

Dylan Gavin The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 7:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com

Hot Dance Night! (DJ ONLY) The Brass Rail Sports Bar 8:00 PM - Midnight

Friday, February 23 Mike Damron The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 7:30 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com Karaoke & DJ by Scarlet Plus Entertainment! The Brass Rail Sports Bar 8:00 PM - Midnight

Tuesday, February 28

Survey Sez, New Game Night 7:00 PM Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk www.anthonysdunkirk.com

Wednesday, March 1 Gretchen Richie’s Jazz Cabaret – ‘Love Songs’ The Cow & The Fish, Hollywood 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail sarahwilliams@countytimes.net

Please submit calendar listings by noon on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

Metabolic training to increase metabolism &

Workout Smarter Not Harder

JOIN THE FREE CHALLENGE

The Health Coach, Melinda Gaines, is available for appointments through the Heart 360 Healthy Heart Program. She can monitor your blood pressure weekly, help you set health goals or guide you to other senior health professionals. Feel free to stop by to discuss your goals and/or to have your blood pressure checked. Melinda is at: Southern Pines Senior Center, Wednesdays, 8:30 -11 a.m.; Calvert Pines Senior Center, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; North Beach Senior Center, Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Positions Available

The Calvert County Office on Aging is in need of substitute Food Service and Custodial staff to work on an as-needed basis in the absence of regular staff. Training will be provided. For more information and to apply for these substitute positions, contact Susan Justice at the Calvert Pines Senior Center, 410-535-4606.

Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)

Join us for a fun morning of CREATE! Bingo and win prizes, Monday, February 27, 10:30 a.m. People Who Care (PWC) is a support group for caregivers of persons with ongoing health conditions, including Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. PWC will meet Wednesday, March 1, 10:30

Monday, February 27

Tuesday, February 28

@ 6:30pm - 7:30pm Starting January 12

Eric at 301-769-1177 Facebook: 24 Fit Challenge SOMD

HVFD Bingo Hall

It’s Free, no excuses, BE THERE!

Challenges Every Tues, Thurs LOCATED AT:

24801 Three Notch Rd - Hollywood, MD

North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)

Peeps are back!! Start creating a Peeps Diorama for judging on April 5. See the staff for more information. Bring your stories and poems to the next meeting of the Scribblers Writing Group, Thursday, March 2, 1 p.m. Enjoy a hearty Men’s Breakfast, Friday, March 10, 8 a.m. Pre-register by March 3.

Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)

Join us as we discuss Health Risk Assessments, Thursday, March 2, 9 a.m. There will be presentations on health topics and screenings. Learn about Making Healthy Food Choices during the Nutrition Education talk, Friday, March 3, 10:30 a.m. An AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Tuesday, March 7, 9 a.m. Sign up for this class to refresh your driving skills and knowledge. Fee: $15/members, $20 non-members. Call the center to register.

Eating Together Menu Fried Liver and Onions with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Tossed Salad, Carrots, Plums

Kicking off 2017 with a new beat and in shape! Come out and enjoy a completely FREE and fun, high energy fitness class that will be sure to leave you feeling powerful and strong. We will get 24FIT and learn about Nutrition and why it's paired perfectly with fitness.

a.m. to noon. For more information, call Amy Boucher or Liz Leclair, 410-535-4606. Calvert Pines Senior Council is accepting charitable donations of new and gently used items for the Big Yard Sale to be held Saturday, April 8. Contact the senior center for more information.

Meatloaf with Gravy, Succotash, Seasoned Greens, Orange Sections

Wednesday, March 1

Thursday, March 2

BBQ Chicken Leg, Baked Beans, Dilled Carrots with Snow Peas, Fruited Jell-O

Friday, March 3

Baked Fish, Spinach, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Peaches

Tuna Salad Sandwich, Split Pea Soup, Pickled Beets, Pineapple Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.

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Thursday, February 23, 2017

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CLUES ACROSS

1. Thick flat pad 4. Green regions of desert 9. Fill with dismay 14. Boxing legend 15. Soup 16. Your sibling’s daughter 17. A long thin implement 18. Late ESPN anchor 20. Motives 22. Astronumerology term 23. Semitic Sun god 24. Small cigar 28. Promotions 29. Not off 30. Line or plaster the roof 31. African Indian people of Alberta, Canada 33. Rituals 37. Chlorine 38. Red deer 39. Offers a good view 41. Post-indictment arrangement

CLUES DOWN

1. Marketplaces 2. Hawaiian greeting 3. Mark left by the sea 4. Strongly affected by something

5. Music and painting are two 6. Small coin (French) 7. Letter of the Greek alphabet 8. A gesture involving the shoulders 9. Grey geese 10. Meal in the park 11. Human beings 12. What thespians do 13. Allow 19. Third-party access 21. “Casino Royale” villain Mikkelsen 24. Painful foot problems 25. The very first 26. Lawful 27. Ceramic jars 31. Hind ends 32. “Virginia Woolf” author 34. Try 35. For instance 36. Academic terms 40. Article

41. Religious belief outside the mainstream 45. Sound caused by reflection 47. Greatly horrify 48. Prey 52. Forays 53. River in eastern France 54. Bleated 56. Soft food cooked from buckwheat 57. Pre-Mayan civilization 59. Assert to be the case 60. Inches per minute (abbr.) 61. “Rosemary’s Baby” actress Farrow 62. Chinese philosophical principle 63. Simpson trial judge

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WORD SCRAMBLE

R Y N A S B

Last Week’s Puzzle Solutions

DOWN 1. Colored wax 2. More creative 3. Make better 4. Brings together

Word Scramble: Soaring

ACROSS 1. Doing creative work 5. Large cloth 6. Affirmative 7. Single 8. These remove paint

Answers: Across 1. Crafting 5. Tarp 6. Yes 7. One 8. Scrapers Down 1. Crayons 2. Artsier 3. Improve 4. Gather

Crossword Puzzle

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Thursday, February 23, 2017

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Thursday, February 23, 2017