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School Capacity Impacts County man Honored North County Growth for ‘Heroism’ Easing Growth Controls Could Be on the Horizon

By Dick Myers

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Recording of new residential subdivision development is currently prohibited in Calvert County in areas served by four schools that are at capacity. The northern part of Calvert County is currently closed to new residential subdivision development (except for the Twin Beaches). That’s because the high school that serves that area, Northern High School, is currently at 116 percent of its capacity of 1,223 students. A new school is being built and the old one will be demolished, but the new school will bring the capacity up to 1,440, which is anticipated to be right at 100 percent, according to Director of School Construction Shuchita Warner.

The other three schools over capacity are Northern Middle School, and Beach and Mt. Harmony elementary schools all of which feed into Northern High School.

Those schools could be redistricted, but Superintendent of Schools Dr. Daniel Curry said the school system in the past has been reluctant to do that just to correct growth issues.

What is preventing the new residential subdivision development is the Calvert County Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APF) which puts a halt on development when an area’s school’s capacity reaches 100 percent. So, in the area with the most growth pressure because of its closeness to DC and Annapolis, the clamps are on new development.

Warner told the school board at its May 11 meeting that the commissioners will be looking at the APF at a work session in late June. A possibility might be, she said, to raise the definition for the purpose of the APF to some higher capacity number such as 105 percent or allow the county more time to increase a school’s capacity.

The discussion about APF is embedded in a 100-page document called “Education Facilities Master Plan FY 2019” presented

by Warner to re school board. The document could be reading not only for people interested in education issues, but also for those involved in growth concerns as the county goes through the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

The plan presented by Warner, for instance, talks about growth issues in general. It states: “Calvert County’s population growth has slowed. Slow growth initiatives enacted by past Boards of County Commissioners, work force migration closer to the employment hubs and the current economic conditions have slowed new housing starts and commercial interest. Recent information provided by the Calvert County Department of Community Planning and Building projects the population of the county to grow to 95,600 residents by the year 2020. The present estimated county population is 91,000. Due to the growth patterns of the past decade,

the county has had to invest in new school construction, public facilities, roads and other related infrastructure, all having a considerable financial impact. In 2016, 226 residential building permits were issued throughout the county. The number of permits issued in 2016 was lower than the number issued in 2015. Permits being issued are generally from lots of record, rather than newly recorded subdivisions.

Over the last year, however, housing inventory does appear to be moving and the percentage of foreclosures are down as a percentage of total sales.”

The Education Facilities Master Plan also goes on to state: “County growth projections indicate a flat to modest 0.1% annual increase through 2022. If we were to further refine the projections, we may find over the next year or two that our county population will remain level. This assumption is solely based on current economic factors obviously impacting housing starts and real estate trends. The latest information on new housing starts shows a small percentage of homes below $400,000. These are primarily located in Prince Frederick and areas south. A majority of new housing starts continue to be in the $400,000 or more price range which are not conducive to young couples. Per household school age student yield factors need to be revisited for enrollment projections. The pattern of the growth within the county appears to be consistent with areas that are forecasted to grow. Those areas are the central part of the county surrounding the Prince Frederick Town Center and the northern part of the county which includes the Dunkirk Town Center and the Town of Chesapeake Beach. It is important to note that the Town of Chesapeake Beach, an incorporated area, is not subject to Calvert County’s adequate public facility regulations. Our student enrollment projections reflect a decline through 2021 and a flattening out thereafter.”

The plan also dips its feet into the waters of economic development by saying: “Economic development that will support skilled craftsmen, technical trades, and professional employment opportunities continue to be elusive.”

The entire plan can be downloaded from the Calvert County Public Schools’ website under the section set aside for Board of Education meetings. You can access the agenda for the May 11 meeting and the document is attached under Item 6.0 – Review of Educational Facilities Master Plan.

Much of the document is filled with information about each school, but the beginning of the plan is replete with information about growth and development trends in the county. Could be some good bedtime reading. dickmyers@countytimes.net

By Dick Myers Staff Writer

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners May 16 presented a proclamation for heroism to a county man.

Commissioner Mike Hart read the proclamation which explained the circumstances for the award.

The proclamation read: “On Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 61-year-old Vale Thomas entered a burning home to rescue his 67-year-old blind brother, Olandous Brooks and their family dog. After the rescue Mr. Thomas attempted to go back into the burning home to retrieve a cell phone to call for help; when those efforts failed, he ran more than a half mile to a neighbor’s home to call for emergency responders. Mr. Brooks and the family dog suffered no injuries; however, Mr. Thomas, in his heroic efforts, was burned badly and hospitalized due to his injuries; and Mr. Thomas showed implausible bravery, quick thinking, fearlessness, and selflessness in a dangerous life-threatening situation; Mr. Thomas is no doubt a true hero for his selfless act in saving the lives of his brother and family dog.”

Hart said when he read about the act of heroism he “was blown away.” He particularly noted the saving of the family dog. Hart, a dog lover, noted that pets are indeed members of the family. Hart said, “This was remarkable. It is unbelievable the courage to do something like this. It is love that drives it.”

Thomas told those assembled in the commissioners’ meeting room for the proclamation that he appreciated their being there. “I thank God for being here today,” he added.

The proclamation concluded by saying: “It is proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County that we honor Mr. Vale Thomas with appreciation and gratitude for his exemplary illustration of bravery and selflessness. BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED that we present this proclamation as a tribute to Mr. Thomas’ fearless and heroic actions; may health and happiness always be your reward.” dickmyers@countytimes.net

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Funding Advances for Body Cameras, License Plate Readers

By Dick Myers Staff Writer The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has given tentative approval to the purchase by the sheriff of a stationary license plate camera/ reader and 63 body cameras for deputies.

Monies for the purchases will come from revenues from electronic speed monitoring cameras.

The speed monitoring cameras were part of a program called Safety for Students Program (SSP) initiated by the commissioners on July 28, 2015.

The funding proposal May 16 came from Sheriff Mike Evans. According to a memo from Assistant Sheriff Col. Dave McDowell, “Sheriff Evans has identified two high-priority items he wishes to fund with revenues from the SSP. They are as follows: first, stationary License Plate Readers (LPR’s) for the overpass at Routes 260 & 4. As the majority of bank robberies and armed robberies of businesses have historically occurred in Northern Calvert, the LPR’s will effectively capture license plate information of all vehicles entering and exiting via Routes 260 & 4.

“Secondly, he would like to purchase 63 body-worn cameras (BWC’s) and the costs to implement the cameras and related cloud storage. The BWC’s will be deployed to deputies who have the most frequent contact with the public. To accomplish this in FY 2017, the Sheriff wishes to purchase the LPR’s with the accrued revenues from the SSP. In FY 2018, he wishes to fund the new BOCC-approved position of the Speed Monitoring Administrator, the implementation of the BWC Program, and recurring costs associated with both LPR’s and BWC’s. These costs would be funded with the understanding that revenues from the SSP would cover the costs over the course of the year. “ The speed monitoring camera program is generating $200,000 to $300,000 yearly. The license plate reader camera and maintenance costs will be $215,047 That money will be spent this fiscal year and thus will require a public hearing for a budget adjustment.

The body cameras will cost $207,783 and will require inclusion in the next fis-

cal year’s budget which goes to public hearing May 23 at 7 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center.

Commissioner Pat Nutter wasn’t so sure about the ideas. “I get a little chill when I think someone is watching me constantly.” McDowell characterized Nuuter’s concerns as “big brother watching.” Nutter responded, “Exactly!”.

Regarding the license plate readers, McDowell said the process being used has been thoroughly vetted. Although all license plates passing through the intersection will be captured, the system will only be accessed when needed for an investigation such as a bank robbery. After that happens, and since the intersection is the major exit of the county, the system would then be accessed. It only will be used “as an investigative tool” he insisted.

McDowell said that body cameras were a nationwide trend. “From the sheriff on down we support body cameras. We have nothing to hide in what we do every day.

Body cameras have only proven to show that police officers in this country are only doing what they are doing ethically and legally.”

Commissioner President Tom Hejl suggested that the next round of spending from the SSP program should go for license plate readers for the southern exit and entrance to the county.

Commissioner Vice President Evan Slaughenhoupt, Jr. said he had no problem with the request before them, but he was concerned that it hadn’t been vetted through the county’s Public Safety Department. He said it was his understanding that the SSP monies would go to public safety and not exclusively to the sheriff.

McDowell said that wasn’t his understanding; he thought the sheriff’s office was the exclusive designee for the monies.

McDowell said, however, that he had no problem running it through public safety officials the next time. dickmyers@coynttines.net

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Republican Man of the Year Commissioner Steve Weems sings to his mother (l) and former commissioner Susan Shaw.

Lieutenant Governor Speaks at Annual GOP Dinner

By Dick Myers Staff Writer Maryland Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford had earlier in the day hosted the Maryland Heroin and Opioid Educational Forum in Westminster. He had traveled May 11, after that forum in the county west of Baltimore, all the way to Huntingtown to be the guest speaker at the annual Calvert County Republican Party’s Lincoln Reagan Dinner where he was touted for his work on the opioid epidemic. He in turn said addressing the problem was one of the most significant accomplishments of the Hogan/Rutherford Administration.

Rutherford said he was humbled to be selected by Larry Hogan as his running mate and to now be surrounded in Annapolis with so much history, He said his office was once used by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Rutherford saved discussion of the opioid crisis until the end of his speech, instead first focusing on his administration’s achievements in job creation “It’s an exciting economic resurgence that’s going on,” he said, noting that more jobs have been created in Maryland than the other Mid-Atlantic states in the last two years.

He added, “We have changed the whole discussion in Annapolis.”

Rutherford also pointed out the Hogan Administration’s early-on emphasis to return customer service to state agencies while at the same tine “resisting the taxand-spend” tendencies of the Democratic majority But, eventually he returned to the topic of the opioid crisis. He underscored Gov. Hogan’s declaring of a “State of Emergency” on the problem. That declaration gives emergency powers to state and local law enforcement agencies. Before speaking, Rutherford could be seen huddling with Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans.

The plan includes the extra appropriation of $50 million over the next five years to address the issue, he said.

“We will continue to focus the spotlight on this issue,” Rutherford said of the opioid crisis. He has been designated by Gov. Hogan as the point man to direct the state’s effort in overcoming the problem.

The event sponsored by the Calvert County Republican Central Committee (CCRCC) was held at the Hall at Huntingtown at the volunteer fire department. Attendees were welcomed by CCRCC Chairman Ella Ennis. Del. Mark Fisher was MC for the event and Sen. Steve Waugh introduced Rutherford. Del. Jerry Clark also gave a recap of his first legislative session.

Calvert County Commissioner Steve Weems was honored as the Republican Man of the Year and Carolyn Gill was Republican Woman of the Year.

Gill was credited for resuscitating the Republican Woman of Calvert County club. Award presenter CCRCC Vice Chair Catherine Grasso said that club had been “on life support.”

Weems, in his own inimitable style, serenaded his mother and former commissioner Susan Shaw with “Love Me Tender” to the delight of the audience.

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Report: Patuxent River Health Still Poor

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While portions of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed have showed improvement in the health of the ecosystem, the Patuxent River remains among the worst local waterways, a recent study from the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science reports.

The report card on the bay watershed gave the Patuxent River a grade of D+, based on a broad range of indicators including dissolved oxygen, total phosphorus, water clarity, total nitrogen and the health of aquatic grasses that act as food source and habitat for critical bay species.

The river shared by both St. Mary’s and Calvert counties showed “poor ecosystem health,” according to the report.

“Overall health improved due to increases in total phosphorus, dissolved oxygen and chlorophyll a scores.”

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The overall health of the watershed is a grade of C. “The overall score of the Chesapeake Bay Health Index for 2016 was 54 percent, compared with 53 percent in 2015,” the report stated. “While this is only a slight improvement it is encouraging to see health remaining steady despite many pressures on the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed.

“Overall bay health shows no significant change over time [from 1986 to 2016 neither improving or declining.”

The larger Potomac River, fared better in the report with a grade of C-, effectively showing no change from prior years.

“Moderately poor ecosystem health” was how the report described the Potomac.

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By Dick Myers Staff Writer The Calvert County Board of Education has unanimously approved a school funding formula hammered out by their staff and the staff of the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC has already signed the agreement.

The funding formula sets the coming year’s amount and how to come up with future years’ funding levels.

The proposed formula impacts next year’s school board funding request by adding $791,000 to the proposed $119.8 million presented at the public hearing on the BOCC’s staff recommended budget.

That amount was $5.5 million more than the state-required maintenance of effort funding. It included $3 million to cover the cost of a STEP increase granted school employees during the current fiscal year using school board budget surplus monies. The county will be picking up that cost next fiscal year.

With the additional school system funding, County Finance and Budget Director Tim Hayden said the school board should have enough monies to provide the extra make-up step increase for school system employees that is included in their negotiated agreement.

The proposed formula takes the prior years per pupil appropriation, which is them multiplied by enrollment (although there is no penalty for a decline), Consumer Price Index and an adjustment factor for new initiatives. The agreement also calls for a one-time additional appropriation to the school system of $2 million in Fiscal 2019. If the school system’s budget fund balance goes over $5 million the overage would be applied to OPEB (Other PostEmployment Benefits).

With the county commissioners’ earlier unanimous approval of the funding formula, the extra funding will be included in the budget presented at the May 23rd public hearing for the commissioners’ recommended budget. That hearing will be at 7 p.m. at the Calvert Pines Senior Center.

The school board approved the formula without comment at their regular May 11 meeting. Both sides hope the funding formula will bring stability to what has in the past been a contentious process. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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Sheriff’s Office Press Releases During the week of May 8 through May 14 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,280 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary Case #17- 25098: On May 14, 2017, at approximately 7:15pm, Deputy B. Sampson was dispatched to a reported burglary that took place on Cliff Trail, in Port Republic.

He made contact with the complainant who stated they realized someone(s) had gained entry into their home when they noticed items were moved out of place.

A basement bedroom window had been opened, a bed was in disarray and the bathroom facilities had been used. There was no sign of a forced entry; therefore, it is possible the suspect knew of the location of the hidden spare key.

Burglary Case #17-24900: On May 13, 2017, Deputy R. Kreps responded to Stephanies Lane, in Huntingtown, in reference to a burglary. The complainant advised that sometime between 3:00pm on May 6 and 3:00pm on May 12, someone(s) had broken into their shed by cutting off the lock. Stolen items include: two (2) outdoor rocking chairs, a red and gray Honda lawnmower (Model HRX217VKA), an Echo Brush cutter (Model SRM-210) and two (2) leaf blowers.

Burglary Case #17-24166: On May 9, 2017, Deputy W. Beisel responded to Lower Marlboro Road, in Owings, for the report of a burglary. The victim advised that on May 2nd, between

10:00am and 4:00am, they left their residence unlocked and unattended due to expecting a delivery of kitchen cabinets.

When the victim returned to the residence, they realized their black Oreck handheld vacuum was missing. After speaking with the delivery company, they were advised a heavy set black male and female were in the home and let them in.

The case is currently suspended pending further information.

Burglary Case #17-23974: On May 8, 2017, Deputy E. Yates was dispatched to Old Town Road, in Huntingtown, for the report of a burglary.

The victim explained that someone(s) damaged the interior and exterior of their home, along with several windows on a large storage outbuilding. After the victim completed a walkthrough of the property, they reported that no property had been stolen, but items of trash had been thrown around and empty beer cans were left at the scene.

CDS Violation Case #17-25076: On May 14, 2017, at approximately 3:30pm, Deputy Y. Bortchevsky conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the intersection of Bayside Road, in Chesapeake Beach. After making contact with the driver, Amelia Dorwart, 26, of Hughesville, MD, he discovered two (2) used syringes under Dorwart’s seat and two (2) additional used syringes in the pocket of her jeans, bundled on the back seat of her car. A wanted check of the passenger, Shaye Lynn Beal, 24, of Lothian, MD, re-

vealed that she had an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Obey a Prior Order.

Dorwart was placed under arrest for CDS Administer Equipment Possession/Distribute; Beal was placed under arrest for her outstanding warrant.

CDS Violation Case #17-24903: On May 13, 2017, at approximately 4:00pm, Deputy B. Pounsberry was alerted that a vehicle traveling northbound on Bayside Road/1st Street, in North Beach, was driving recklessly and nearly caused an accident. He conducted a traffic stop and identified the driver as Nicholas Catucci, 47, of Dunkirk. Catucci was displaying multiple signs of being under the influence (pupils, slurred speech and lethargic movements). An orange pill bottle was seen in the center console and contained two (2) different types of pills.

Also discovered were two (2) torn, melted bag tips on the vehicle floor board near Catucci’s feet, two (2) used syringes in the seat pouch, as well as three (3) baggies containing heroin in the center console.

Catucci was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (heroin), Possession of Paraphernalia (syringes), received citations for using a cellular device while driving and also failure to drive right of center.

CDS Violation Case #17-24494: On May 11, 2017, at approximately 12:30am, Deputy G. Gott conducted a traffic stop, in the area of MD Rt. 4/Pardoe Road (St. Leonard), on a vehicle traveling with a driver’s side head light out.

When speaking with the driver, Collette Jones, 47, of Lusby, he observed a prescription bottle in plain view. There were multiple medications stored in the same bottle; Deputy Gott informed Jones she could not store medication in this manner.

In the bottle was a plastic bag containing nine (9) alprazolam pills and five (5) oxycodone pills. Due to Jones not being able to provide documentation for the medication, she was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycontin), Possession of a nonnarcotic drug (Alprazolam) and issued a traffic warning for the broken headlight.

CDS Violation Case #17-24319: On May 10, 2017, at approximately

Thursday, May 18, 2017 10:30am, Deputy K. Williamson conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Skinners Turn Road/Investment Court, in Owings, on a vehicle being driven by Rodney Ward Jr, 34, of North Beach. The Control Center advised that Ward, Jr. has a total of eight (8) open driving suspensions on his license. When conducting a search incident to arrest, Deputy Williamson discovered two (2) pill bottles containing multiple pills in Ward’s left front pants pocket. Ward was charged with two (2) counts of Possession of a Non-Narcotic drug (Alprazolam and Adderall) and Possession of Paraphernalia (bottle). He also received traffic citations for driving on a suspended license and failure to display a license.

Disorderly Conduct Case # 17-25075: On May 14, 2017, at approximately 3:00pm, Deputy A. Woodford was dispatched to Kent Road, in Sunderland, for the report of a disorderly subject. The complainant advised that the disorderly subject was yelling, screaming, ripped flowers and bushes from a garden and flipped over a table. Deputy Woodford observed a male, Jemar Holloway, 32, of Annapolis, MD, outside the home dressed only in his underwear and crawling on the ground. As he approached Holloway and tried to speak with him, he could smell a strong chemical smell emitting from his person. He refused to follow verbal commands. Deputy R. Kreps arrived on the scene and was able to assist in handcuffing Holloway. Due to his erratic behavior, he was initially transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital, cleared, released and then transported to the Detention Center where he was charged with Disorderly Conduct.

Theft Case #17-24180: On May 9, 2017, at approximately 3:00pm, Deputy V. O’Donnell responded to Roundup Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft. The complainant explained that they had two (2) statues stolen from their garden. The last time they were last seen was on May 8, around 7:00pm. When they woke up the morning of the 9th, they realized they had been stolen. They are described as: a 2-foot concrete standing angel and a 2-foot concrete standing angel reading a book.

Maryland State Police Report Open Warrant / Possession of Heroin:​ On 5/9/17 at 1:41 am, Corporal Esnes performed a traffic stop after following the car into the Holiday Inn parking lot on Merrimac Dr. in Prince Frederick. The driver, Bonita R. Brooks, 38 of Prince Frederick was arrested for possession of heroin and prescription medications for which she did not have a prescription. The passenger, Chazze L. Hall, 26 of Huntingtown was placed under arrest for an open warrant through the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. Both Brooks and Hall were incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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DUI & Possession With Intent to Distribute Heroin:​ On 5/12/17 at 9:44 am, Trooper First Class Barlow responded to a single vehicle accident on Ponds Wood Road in Huntingtown . Russell W. Gribble, 35of Chesapeake Beach was taken to the hospital for injuries. A search based on Controlled Dangerous Substance and Paraphernalia in plain view was conducted. Numerous plastic baggies prepared

for distribution were located throughout the vehicle as well as a digital scale and prescription pills. Upon discharge, Gribble was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Possession of Ecstasy:​ On 5/14/17 at 10:23 pm, Trooper First Class Davis stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on Rt. 4 near HG Trueman Rd. in Lusby. While talking to the driver, several criminal indicators were observed and a K-9 scan was requested. The K-9 scan revealed a positive indication of Controlled Dangerous Substances. A probable cause search was conducted and 94 pills of Ecstasy-MDMA were located along with a digital scale. The driver, Tremaine J. Berry, 27 of Lexington Park was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. A passenger in the vehicle was found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana and received a civil citation and was released.

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Molly Barrick, indoor track at Northern High and Giovanni “Gino” Sita, wrestling at Huntingtown High pose for picture. Photo from Calvert County Public Schools.

Board of Education Honors State Athletic Champions

At the May 11, 2017 meeting, the Calvert County Public Schools Board of Education honored two athletes who won state championships during the winter season.

Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “Calvert County sends champions of all kinds to state competitions. We’re so pleased to honor these two.”

The state champions for the winter season are: Molly Barrick, Indoor Track, Northern High, Coach Joshua Dawson; and Giovanni “Gino” Sita, Wrestling, Huntingtown High, Coach Kevin Gilligan.

During her running career at Northern High, Molly Barrick has set or been a part of four different indoor school records.

This year she won the Maryland Public Secondary School Athletic Association (MPSSAA) 3A Indoor 3200 Meter Championship. She has been the MPSSAA 3A

Regional Champion two times over for her races in the 1600 and 3200 and received Honorable Mention in the Washington Post All-Met selection.

Gino Sita won the MPSSAA championship for wrestling at 195 pounds. During his high school career, he was a four-time state place winner and a two-time state finalist. He was a region champion (two years), Southern Maryland Athletic Conference (SMAC) champion (two years), region finalist (three years), SMAC finalist (four years), and SMAC Wrestler of the Year (2017). Gino ended his season with a record 45-2, and a career record of 177-19, which ranks him 2nd all-time in Maryland public school victories.

From Calvert County Public Schools.

Blue Crabs’ Munro Signed

by Seattle Mariners The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs announced Thursday the contract of Infielder Danny Muno has been purchased by the Seattle Mariners organization. Muno will report to the Tacoma Rainiers—AAA affiliate of the team.

To this point in the 2017 season, Muno has posted a .254 batting average, while hitting one home run, and stealing four bases. He was named the opening day starting second baseman for Southern Maryland, in his first season with the team. He leaves the team having started in 18 of the team’s 20 games this season.

Prior to signing with the Blue Crabs, Muno played six seasons with affiliated teams. He spent the first five full seasons in the New York Mets organization, reaching the MLB with the team in 2015, appearing in 17 games. He spent the 2016 season between the Mets, Chicago White Sox, and Miami Marlins organizations, before joining the Blue Crabs for the start of 2017.

“Danny has been a great player to have around the clubhouse,” said Blue Crabs Manager John Harris. “He provided great consistency towards the top of our lineup and was committed to improving himself and the team. We wish him the best of luck as he continues to move closer to his goal of returning to The Show.”

Muno is the second Southern Maryland Blue Crab to have his contract purchased by an MLB Organization in the 2017 season. He joins Blue Crabs’ teammate Justin De Fratus in the Mariners organization.

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After taking a brief hiatus, I’m back - or at least some damaged version is – from a self-imposed exile from society at-large, D.C. sports in general and the eternallyhexed Washington Capitals, specifically.

The Darkness, the evil force undeniably enveloping D.C.’s professional teams, overwhelmed me.

How acute was my sports-affective disorder? After the inexplicable, inexcusable and completely illogical Game 4 loss to the Penguins, I was Caps-fan-on-fire: screaming like 1980’s hair metal concert goer and using language that wouldn’t make my momma proud.

The aftermath was unprecedented: I abandoned the Caps. With the misery needle buried in the red, I did not watch games 5-7. First time in my life I’ve ever done such a thing. I’d seen this Caps script too many times and was in no place to willfully subject myself to the anguish. This annual torment is the Caps’ Rite of Spring, if you will, a play on the haunting/doomsday’s approaching masterpiece by…wait for it…

Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Game 4 broke me. I couldn’t even write; a condition critical that forced Duke Radbourn to pen the last column while I recovered.

But enough of that. Here we are, together again, in this fabulous moment to discuss something of substance or at least bizarre, like the death of major sports league.

The buried lede: The NFL won’t live to see Super Bowl C (100) in 2066, not in its current form. The now undeniable consequences on the human body and, more importantly, the human brain are too great.

Countless former NFL players are suffering from early on-set dementia, a diagnosis that is often posthumously changed to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).

Confusion. Mood swings. Child-like behavior. Forgetfulness. Depression. Suicide. These are the symptoms. Two more names were added to the NFL’s victim list last week: Nick Buoniconti and Jim Kiick, teammates on the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins. Many, many more will follow.

But this generation has something the priors didn’t: knowledge of football’s risks.

That knowledge will curb the NFL’s talent supply, either through increased early retirements or young athletes opting for other sports. It will also pull the league’s purse strings as sponsors disassociate their brand

from a debilitating sport.

What does the future hold for America’s sport?

Tom Brady, pending Madden cover boy, might have teased the answer recently.

When playing the game with his son, Brady disclosed that he chooses either Green Bay or Seattle. New England? Not an option.

His son makes that claim.

Virtual football. Is that where we’re headed? Is virtual reality the solution for the NFL? Crazy talk? Sure. I’ve been a little blearyeyed recently. I’ve flirted with the dark corners of my brain. But if you think the NFL will just keep marching along, as is, with the same corporate sponsors and the same supply line snaking back through colleges, high schools and pee wee football, you aren’t paying attention to what professional football is doing to its participants.

Think of these scenarios: a fully virtual league or one where players are robots, controlled remotely by humans. In the former the “players” are programmed with attributes – size, speed, etc. – with complex coding/simulation determining the outcome.

In the latter, all robots are physically identical with the game decided by the skill of gamers. Or something like that. You get the idea.

No more concussions. No more injuries.

Player personalities could be cultivated like WWE stars. Gridiron superheroes. And ponder the potential revenue growth with the sport now globally viable and freed of human body-imposed game limits.

But would we watch?

Of course we would. This is 2066, mind you. When considering the technological advances of the last 50 years, is 2066 even sufficiently imaginable to mount a counterargument? And do you doubt future generations will lack the bloodthirst that makes football so appealing?

Besides, look at us now. Concocted Facebook lives. On-line dating. Reality television (which is often anything but). Virtual reality is everywhere – and it’s getting scarygood. Facts are routinely skewed. Fiction thrives, even in the most important facets of American life. If the story’s compelling, we’ll buy a ticket and take the ride without hardly a question asked.

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Hoyer Meets with Robotics, Programs Relocate for Cybersecurity Students Integration of Services

U.S. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer met with the high-performing College of Southern Maryland (CSM) robotics and cybersecurity students May 9 to congratulate them on recent collegiate achievements and to learn more about their academic programs.

“These impressive students, whose skills were recently recognized on the world stage, are excellent ambassadors for the College of Southern Maryland. I was very impressed by a demonstration of the outstanding work these young people are doing, and I look forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future,” Hoyer said.

Hoyer was introduced to the members of the Talons, the CSM competitive robotics team, which has just completed its best year ever. Team members included George Jenkins, Edward Gesser III, Wen Xing Lin and Dillon Mandley.

The team qualified for the VEX-U World Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, and made it to the semifinals, competing against other qualifying university teams from 40 countries. In addition to the team’s finish, the Talons won the Innovate award at the international competition for their robot’s creative design.

Hoyer also congratulated the members of the Cyberhawks; CSM’s competitive cybersecurity team. Team members included Don Price, Caleb Craft and Cody Hight.

The Cyberhawks recently won the Maryland Community College Cyber Competition at the Montgomery Community College Germantown Campus. The Cyberhawks

were first in a competition against more than 20 teams from 10 Maryland community colleges.

In addition to meeting the students and faculty involved in CSM’s robotics and cybersecurity programs, Hoyer viewed a demonstration in CSM’s Robotics Lab by the Talons of their two robots used in the world championship. “No guts, no glory,” Hoyer said as he attempted to successfully maneuver the robot on his own. Talons Team Captain, George Jenkins, stepped in to give Hoyer some helpful pointers.

At CSM’s Cybersecurity Lab, Cyberhawk Don Price discussed with Hoyer some safety measures discussed in CSM courses on how people can avoid being victims of cyberattacks, warning against practices like using thumb drives from unknown sources and using public Wi-Fi. Price pointed out a large screen in the lab that displayed a map of the world with numerous, colorful arrows shooting from one country to another. Each arrow represented a hacking attempt or what Assistant Professor James Graves described as “malicious traffic.” Hoyer noted that the United States seemed to be the target of the majority of the attempts.

“This is a critically important skill and research you’re doing,” Hoyer said to the students. “What you’re doing is important to America and to the world.”

From College of Southern Maryland

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The Calvert County Board of Education has approved the relocation of two special education early childhood programs to Calvert Country School in Prince Frederick.

The Infants and Toddlers Program, including the preschool program for two-year-olds, and the Child Find Program will move to Calvert Country School after currently unutilized space is renovated.

“The moves,” said Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, “provide greater potential for integration of services for families.”

The first renovations will convert unused locker rooms into additional classrooms for students currently attending Calvert Country School. The second phase will restructure a cluster of classrooms into a dedicated area for the two special education early childhood programs. The wing will have a separate entrance for staff and families, and additional parking will be added.

The preschool program for two-year-olds is currently housed at Calvert Elementary

School. The vacated space will accommodate increased enrollment and an expanded special education regional program.

The Infants and Toddlers Program and Child Find Program are based at the Hunting Creek Annex in Huntingtown. Once these programs are relocated to Calvert Country School, options for the annex’s future will be evaluated. Currently, the Hunting Creek Annex annually costs $57,000-$60,000 operationally and would require systemic capital improvements for continued use by the school district.

The current utilization rate for Calvert Country is 38%, and the consolidation of programs will allow for more efficient capital planning and greater efficiency in maintenance and operations per square foot.

The relocation will occur in several phases, beginning at the start of the 2017-2018 school year and ending in the fall of 2018.

From Calvert County Public Schools.

The Calvert Board of Education has appointed Dr. Joe Sampson, III to be principal of Calvert Elementary School, beginning on July 1, 2017.

After his appointment, Dr. Sampson said, “I am beyond excited to get started in CCPS. I’m looking forward to working at Calvert Elementary with the students and staff, and I know we’re going to have an amazing year.”

Dr. Sampson has served as the principal of St. James-Santee Elementary/Middle

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There’s a Horse Waiting to Meet You

By Dave Spigler Feature Writer This coming Saturday, May 20th, race horse enthusiasts across the nation will be focused on Maryland with the running of the 142nd Preakness Race at Pimlico in Baltimore. This second “jewel” in the Triple Crown of Racing is a fun-filled celebration of the old majestic sport of European kings and queens. No doubt there will be great stories written of past winners and their millionaire owners and of all the money that is wagered on the outcome of the fastest two minutes in sports!

You may be amazed to learn these beautiful animals are valued at several million dollars a piece and will live out their lives on fancy stud farms when their racing days are over. And you may think life as a horse ain’t so bad. One only has to drive through the pastures and fields in the central part of our state to see the grand farms where many former and future stars are living a life of luxury! But don’t be fooled…

Unfortunately, not all of these wonderful creatures experience a lifetime of love and caring. According to American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), there is a staggering number of more than 170,000 unwanted horses in the United States today. And, Southern Maryland is no different; there is a huge need for equine rescue in the tricounty area that has gone unnoticed for many years. The reasons for this situation for why so many horses and their foals are in need of attention include: Owner Surrender. Often, due to the poor health of an owner, he or she can no longer care for their animal or have the resources to locate a new home for these pets. They may resort to putting their horse up for auction or sell to a broker; either way the fate of the horse could be jeopardized and its future unknown.

Seizure. Not all horse owners are suitable caretakers and their animals may be abused or neglected. They may not be knowledgeable enough to care for these creatures and the horse may begin to suffer in many ways. Once these situations are discovered, local animal control agencies will become involved and the owners

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will be forced into surrendering the animal which can lead to trauma and stress.

Slaughter Industry. Horse meat is considered a delicacy overseas which leads to thousands of horses being slaughtered in the United States for shipping to other countries. Many horses are sent across our borders to Canada and Mexico to meet a brutal end. The treatment of these animals in shipment and at the slaughter plants is often horrific.

Nurse Mare Foals. Brood mares can be expensive therefore they are not permitted to nurse their own offspring to allow the mare to be back in the show ring or back at the race track in minimal time.

A nurse mare is brought in to nourish the foal and in order to keep the nurse mare nursing, she is continually kept pregnant for this service. Little is known about what becomes of her many foals, but it is feared many are cast aside to a questionable fate.

Pregnant Mare Urine. The urine is used to provide hormones in the production of certain medications. The mares must be kept continuously pregnant leaving their foal to be cast off with no mother to look after them as well.

To meet these growing needs for rescue and sanctuary services in Southern Maryland, the Freedom Hill Horse Rescue [FHHR] in Owings was founded in 2004 to rescue horses from neglect, abuse, abandonment, and slaughter. This all-volunteer, non-profit 501[c]3 organization is dedicated to improving the lives of horses by providing a safe haven for healing and rehabilitation.

They also work with equine partners to educate, inspire and improve the lives of youth and their families. They develop educational and equine-assisted programs to pair up the rehabilitated horses and children in an effort to teach the philosophy, principles, and techniques of natural horsemanship. Their main goal is to help horses that have come from unfortunate circumstances to be “Free to Live Again” and to give these animals the best quality care while they are with us.

To learn more about this organization, the County Times was invited by

the folks at Freedom Hill Horse Rescue on ASPCA’s national “Help A Horse Day” celebration in late April to see their operation first hand. To make the day even more special, members of the “Days End Farm Horse Rescue,” a Marylandwide advocacy group was visiting as part of their efforts to showcase 100 horses across the state that are currently available for adoption. They travel to horse rescues throughout Maryland to provide assistance and help place the right horse with the right person. They are involved with animal control agencies as well and offer legal assistance in court processes involving litigation procedures.

Interestingly, horses have been central to the ASCPA’s creation over 150 years ago when their founders caught a cart driver beating his horse and successfully had him arrested and prosecuted for mistreatment of a horse!

We met with Melissa Kuester, who enthusiastically showed the farm, and their horses, and her staff of volunteers aged 10 through 60+. Several teenagers where there working with the horses, training the newbies and genuinely enjoying their work, Melissa spoke of the horses as though they were her children, describing their various personalities and differing temperaments. Several of the rescued animals were being boarded there by their new owners and this arrangement provided FHHR with needed operating funds.

Three horses are currently available for adoption. There are strict procedures all potential owners must go through before an adoption can take place.

Considerable hands-on training is provided to ensure a new horse owner has the ability and the passion for these animals.

As with the volunteers, they learn proper horse psychology and behavior, learn how to feed, bathe, and groom the horses. They are taught how to lead these animals and to saddle them for a ride. At all times, another individual is present while a rider is on a horse.

Several of the farm’s volunteers come over following class at the nearby Northern High School. There are different shifts for feeding and walking. Older teenagers can be seen teaching the younger kids in the various ways of taking care of these large, lovable creatures. It was evident that happiness abounds with these young people who always seemed to be smiling!

Not only are they learning good horsemanship, they are learning lessons in responsibility, caring for others, and leadership in addition to the more mundane tasks such as stall cleanliness and barn maintenance. The good feelings this work provides appears to be infectious as everyone was there because they wanted to be

and not because they had to be there!

In the 13 years Freedom Hill has been in service, they have been successful in rescuing and re-homing 250 horses made possible by the generous contributions from individuals and corporate partners.

In 2016, revenue was derived from six sources including grants, income from events, individual/corporate contributions, and earned income from boarding, and education and clinic programs. They also receive funding from the federal government’s Combined Federal Campaign [CFC]. Their CFC Code is 52449.

Like most non-profits, they are constantly in need of help with direct horse care, feed shifts, grooming, barn maintenance, events such as the popular Prince Frederick Christmas Parade in December, training, marketing, social media, photography, and so much more. And, you don’t need any horse experience, they will train you.

If you may be considering adoption from FHHR, please know you will not only help a four-legged friend, you will also be freeing up space for giving another horse a second chance at life. They have a “Save Our Seniors” program that offers tax-deductible benefits. If you are unable to adopt one of these friendly animals, you might consider becoming a “Horse Angel” to help one horse on its journey to find a forever home by signing up for a monthly tax deductible contribution of $25 to $200 per month until “your” horse is adopted.

Horses can be amazing teachers! The folks at FHHR develop individual and group activities with their horses to help facilitate self-identified needs in communicating and goal setting. Plus, they offer several courses in horsemanship and many other equine related topics. Their motto is “People Helping Horses and Horses Helping People!”

For more information about this extraordinary group of volunteers, call Melissa at 302-363- 3412 or email her at haulinkuester@hotmail.com to set up a visit at their facility located at 7940 Flint Hill Road, Owings, MD 20736. Or you can learn more by going online at www. freedomhillhorserescue.com.

Maybe when watching this year’s Preakness at Pimlico, you will give a thought for these other stars who were not as fortunate, but every bit as lovable as these race horses who lead a really pampered life!

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Obituaries

In Remembrance Susan Marie Buckmaster

Susan Marie Buckmaster, 92, of Chesapeake Beach passed away May 15, 2017 at her residence. She was born February 1, 1925 in Conemaugh, PA to Harry Melvin and Maude Dale (Altimus) Graham. She was raised in Conemaugh and graduated from Conemaugh High School. Sue was employed with the FBI in Washington, D.C. She married Charles Buckmaster on March 1, 1947 and they lived and raised their family in Chesapeake Beach. Sue also waitressed at Stinnetts Restaurant and enjoyed helping out at Buckmasters Crab House in Chesapeake Beach. Sue enjoyed trips with friends and visiting her family in Pennsylvania. She also loved dancing and cooking.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband Charles Maurice Buckmaster, her parents and siblings Kathleen, Bud and Harry Graham, Nellie Burnat, Helen Boswell and Lola Maitland. She is survived by sons Graham Dale Buckmaster, Charles Gregory Buckmaster and William Grady Buckmaster, all of Chesapeake Beach. She is also survived by grandchildren William Grady Buckmaster II, Charles Gannon Buckmaster, Kylie Gail Norfolk, Jessica Lee Souder, Michael Gregory Buckmaster, Charles Gavin Buckmaster and Ashley Buckmaster, eleven great-grandchildren and brothers Rev. Dr. Jack Graham of NY and Gary Graham of PA. Visitation will be Thursday, May 18, 2017 2-4 p.m. and 608 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home – Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736.

Funeral Services will be Friday, May 19 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mt. Harmony U.M. Church Cemetery, 155 East Mt. Harmony Road, Owings MD 20736.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice

Blanche Rebecca Midkiff

Blanche Rebecca Midkiff, 78, formerly of North Beach, MD, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2017.

She was born August, 3, 1938 in Washington, D.C. to Charles and

Dorothy (Tawney) Nashwinter. She was the beloved wife to Raleigh F. Midkiff, Sr., who passed away October 24, 1998. She was preceded in death by her 3 daughters, Rose M. Newgent, Mitzy L. DePhillip and Helen A. Yates. She is survived by her son, Raleigh F. Midkiff, Jr., and his wife Jodi of Ocean City, MD. Also surviving are her grandchildren whom she loved very much, Sherry DePhillip, John Newgent, Terri DePhillip-Patterson, Teddy Yates III, Kevin Newgent, Raleigh Midkiff III, Sean Newgent, Kacie Midkiff and Michael Midkiff. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren. Blanche enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren, canning and crocheting. Most importantly she just loved to spend time with her family.

Visitation is Thursday, May 18, 2017 10-1 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 2073.

Funeral services are Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial follows at Southern Memorial Gardens, 10155 Ward Road, Dunkirk MD 20754.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Nursing Center, 21580 Peabody Street Leonardtown MD 20650.

Chase Allen Potkay

Chase Allen Potkay, 16, a Junior at Northern High School passed away May 12, 2017 at his home. Chase was born May 13, 2000 in Olney, MD to Julie (Reid) and Christopher A. Potkay and moved to Chesapeake Beach in November of 2000. Chase loved his family and friends and brought much joy and happiness to their lives. He enjoyed skateboarding, hiking, camping and being on or near the water. He had his boaters’ license and liked to take his friends fishing and crabbing. He also like to workout at the gym with his buddies. Chase was planning to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering after he completed high school.

Chase is survived by his parents Julie and Chris, a brother Cole Potkay, and his dog Shelby, all of the home, grandparents Jack and Jean Reid of West River, MD and Joyce and Stephen Potkay of Germantown, MD, aunts and uncles Brenda and Jack Reid III of Chesapeake Beach and Mende and Jason

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Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

Kenneth Lee Hightower

Kenneth Lee Hightower, 95, died on May 11, 2017 in Waldorf, Md. He was born in Tarboro, NC on January 19, 1922 to the late Gurney and Bessie Hightower. Kenneth was a lifelong Washington area resident and attended Maryland Park High School. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the USN. Kenneth was a civilian employee at Andrews AFB. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Teachum Hightower, Brothers Ralph Hightower and William Hightower and his sister, Lois Sonntag. He is survived by nieces, Cynthia Lee Sigafoose (William) and Duane Koeberl (Walter), nephews William Teachum (Lori) and John Sonntag of White Plains, Md. Kenneth had many great nieces and nephews including William P. Sigafoose (Michelle), Matthew Sigafoose (Crystal), Michelle Gauthier (Richard), Brian O’Dell (Gretchen), Benjamin Teachum and Ryan Teachum. Kenneth is, also, survived by his sister-in-law, Dale Teachum.

Funeral services have not yet been scheduled. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

Richard Edward Mister

Richard Edward Mister, Sr., 79, of North Beach passed away May 11, 2017 at Georgetown University Hospital. He was born April 24, 1938 in Barstow to Alonzo and Hazel (Armiger) Mister. Richard was raised in Barstow and attended Calvert High School. He married Jennifer Wood on April 13, 1991 and they lived in North Beach. Richard was employed with Chaney Enterprise as a sand and gravel truck driver, retiring in the early 2000’s. Richard was a member of North Beach Volunteer Fire Department for 64 years, Southern Maryland Fireman’s Association and was a member of the Hall of Fame. In his leisure time he enjoyed bluegrass music, eating crabs and traveling in his motorhome.

Richard is survived by his wife Jennifer A. “Jenny” Mister, his children Richard E. “Butch” Mister, Jr of Prince Frederick and Mary Anne Mangum and husband John of Delaware. He was preceded in death by his brothers Alonzo “Bootsie” Mister and James Plummer Mister.

Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

Memorial contributions may be made to North Beach VFD,

Gladys Marie Keefe

Gladys Marie Keefe, 86, of Chesapeake Beach passed away May 9, 2017 at her residence.

She was born May 26, 1930 in Washington, D.C. to Chas and Gladys (Bradley) Reynolds.

Gladys was employed as a union representative

with Local 42 Bookbinders Union. Her final days were spent at home surrounded by her loving family and friends that she touched in so many ways. Gladys volunteered many years at Catholic Charities and the Help Association and enjoyed the friendships she made there.

Gladys was preceded in death by her husband William Seymour, sons Richard and James “Larry” Keefe, great-granddaughter Lily Strickler and sister Betty Buckmaster.

She is survived by her son Stephen J. Keefe and wife Patti of Chesapeake Beach, 4 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, daughter in law Diane Keefe and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvert Hospice, North Beach Volunteer Fire Department or the Help Association.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are being made by Rausch Funeral Homes.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, North Beach V.F.D. or Help Association.

Helen May McNeil

Helen May McNeil, 79, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away May 9, 2017 at her residence.

She was born October 10, 1937 in Washington, D.C. to Charles V. and Helen M. (Gibbs) Speiden. She was raised in the Washington area, living in Columbia Park and Carmody Hills, MD. She graduated from Bladensburg High School in 1955.

She met and married Lauren Dean “Breadman” McNeil December 31, 1957 and they lived in Palmer Park, MD until moving to Prince Frederick in 1968. Helen was employed in food services with Calvert County Schools, and was the cafeteria manager at Calvert High School prior to retiring in 2008.

Helen played softball in her youth and in high school, and enjoyed bowling, playing solitaire, raising sheep dogs and her cat, and spending time with friends and family, especially her grand-daughter.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband and parents, sisters Gertrude Bean and Josephine Noone, and brothers Robert “Sonny” Speiden, Jr. and Ronald R. Speiden.

She is survived by sons Mark K. McNeil of Benedict, Dennis M. McNeil of Washington, D.C. and Christopher P. McNeil of Prince Frederick, her granddaughter Taylor L.C. McNeil, a brother Charles E. “Buck” Speiden of Churchton, MD, and a sister Catherine Vann of Fort Valley, VA. Visitation will be Friday, May 19 2017, 6-8 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736 Funeral service will be Saturday, May 20, 2017 1 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will be Tuesday, May 23, 2017 1:45 p.m. at MD Veterans Cemetery - Cheltenham 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham MD 20623

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Thursday, May 18, 2017

In Our Community

see rock legends Peter Frampton and the Steve Miller Band perform live in Solomons on June 28!

Proceeds from the Waterside Music Series support the education and preservation efforts of the Calvert Marine Museum. This series of events would not be possible without the generous support of many local businesses. Sponsors include: Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge, PNC Bank, Bozick Distributors, Inc., Tidewater Dental, Sunshines Catering, Directmail.com, Holiday Inn Solomons, Quality Built Homes, 98.3 Star FM, Bay Weekly, Quick Connections, Southern Maryland

Peter Frampton is performing June 28 at PNC Waterside Pavilion

Peter Frampton Coming to Calvert Marine Museum

Grammy-winning guitarist, Peter Frampton will perform live at the Calvert Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion on Wednesday, June 28 at 7 p.m.

Frampton is opening for Rock n’ Roll Hall of Famer Steve Miller. Tickets are $45 $89 (additional fees apply) and on sale now at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or by calling 1-800-787-9454.

At age 16, Peter Frampton was lead singer and guitarist for British band, The Herd. At 18, he co-founded one of the first

super groups, seminal rock act Humble Pie. His session work includes collaborations with legendary artists as George Harrison, Harry Nilsson, David Bowie, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ringo Starr, John Entwistle and many others. His fifth album, the electrifying Frampton Comes Alive! is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and remains one of the top-selling live records of all time. Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. Don’t miss this chance to

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Newspapers, Isaac’s Restaurant, Papa John’s Pizza, O’Brien Realty, United Rentals, Kelly Generator & Equipment, Comcast, Metrocast, ECS Federal, Blue Crabs, TitleMax LLC., World Gym, and Asbury-Solomons.

Chairs and coolers are not permitted.

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. with food and beverage vendors on site. For additional information, please visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. To reach a staff member, please call 410-3262042, ext. 16, 17 or 18.

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Green Expo to be Held June 3

Photo courtesy of CMM.

Lighthouse Lovers Welcome for Adventure Cruises Lighthouse lovers are invited to enjoy the popular Lighthouse Adventure Cruises on Saturdays, June 17, July 15, August 19, and September 23 aboard a private charter vessel. The cost is $130 for the day-long trip; museum members pay $120. Reservations for lunch are made at a local restaurant; meal costs are not included. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to reserve your spot.

On June 17 and August 19, participants enjoy the Southern route. Visit Point No Point, Point Lookout, and Smith Point Lighthouses before stopping for lunch on Smith Island. After taking in the local sites, the cruise will continue on to circle Solomons Lump and Hooper Island lighthouses.

On July 15 and September 23, lighthouse cruisers experience the Northern route. Departing from the Drum Point Lighthouse, the cruise includes Cove

Point, Thomas Point, Sandy Point, Bloody Point, and Sharps Island lighthouses.

Lunch is on Kent Island.

On the journey, cruisers will learn the history of the lighthouses they visit from the museum’s lighthouse expert, along with fascinating stories that make each light unique, from fires to ice floes to ravaging storms. Bring your sunscreen, camera, hat, and rain jacket, and be prepared for a day of fun!

Participants will meet at the Calvert Marine Museum under the Drum Point Lighthouse at 7:45 a.m.; expected return time to the museum is 4:30 p.m. For information or to register, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41. Register 5 days prior to the scheduled cruise date. Space is limited and sold on a first come, first served basis.

From Calvert Marine Museum

Free Car Seat Checkup Event at Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Co. 5 Thursday, June 15, 2017 from 3pm - 6pm Do you know if your child’s car seat is safe? Find out at a free car seat checkup event! The checkup will be held on June 15, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department at 3170 West Ward Road.

At the checkup event, you will learn if the car seat is the correct one for your child and if it is installed properly in the vehicle. You will also learn how to harness your child into the seat correctly. Car seat technicians will review any recalls associated with the car seat, the history of the seat and the crash history of the car to ensure safety.

To prepare for the checkup you must first make an appointment by contacting Shirley Ireland or Jess Jones at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. They can be reached by calling: 410-535-2800.

• Arrive with the car seat(s) already installed in the vehicle, to the best of your ability, or read through the manual of a new car seat.

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Bring both the vehicle and safety seat owner’s manuals with you.

• Be prepared to ask questions and be involved in the seat checking process.

• Bring an additional adult to supervise the child(ren), if present for the event, while you work with seat technicians.

• Expect each inspection to take approximately 45 minutes.

This event is a partnership of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department.

Similar car safety seat checkups are held regularly throughout Maryland. To learn more about this event or to find one near you, call Maryland Kids in Safety Seats (KISS) at 800-370-SEAT, or visit www. mdkiss.org.

The Calvert Green Expo & Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, June 3 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD). Southern Maryland’s leading sustainability event attracts 1,000+ attendees and 100+ booths. This family - friendly event is free, open to the public and will feature demonstrations.

Attendees can learn to: lower energy costs, harness solar power, find green products for home and business, plant a healthier garden, compost waste, and much more. Attendees can also make a rain barrel (pre-registration is required), recycle old air conditioning units and drop off old latex paint for safe disposal / recycling (for a fee). Food and drink available for purchase.

Vendor / sponsorship registration is now open. Fees are $50 for commercial entities and $10 for non profits. Sponsorship levels range from $100 - $2500 and include promotional opportunities. Organizations interested in exhibiting should have a green component. To register, go to annmariegarden.org and select “Events”.

Highlights of the Expo Include: Rain Barrel Workshop Come away with your very own rain barrel after attending a 45-minute workshop on how to install and use rain barrels to help reduce run-off into our local waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. The Calvert County Department of Public Works offers a discount for Calvert County residents. Resident Cost: $30; Non-Resident

Cost: $65. Sessions at 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm; pre-registration is required.

Latex Paint Turn-In Turn in your old latex paint cans at the Yuck Old Paint truck inside the entrance to the parking area and know that you are helping the environment by diverting paint and containers from the landfill and waste stream. Yuck Old Paint distributes usable paint to reuse channels and processes non-usable paint for proper legal disposal. The Calvert County Citizens Green Team will pay the $5/container fee for all Calvert County residents.

Appliance Recycling Turn-In Between the hours of 10:00 am and 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 3, SMECO will accept old room air conditioners and dehumidifiers from SMECO residential customer-members. In exchange for each unit, SMECO will mail a $25 check (limit 2 units per household). Through this event, customers can elect to properly recycle their old, inefficient units and upgrade to more energy efficient models. Additionally, SMECO will recycle up to 95% of each unit, and properly disposes of hazardous material before it enters the environment.

To drop off your appliances, please look for the truck and recycling staff conveniently located inside the entrance to the parking area. Additional details are available at SMECO.coop From Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center

Annual Bugeye Ball a Big Success

It was an evening of enchantment at the 27th annual Bugeye Ball held at the Calvert Marine Museum on Saturday, April 1.

More than 380 guests were in attendance, which was the most ever for the Bugeye Ball. The event raised over $60K with all proceeds supporting the restoration of the historic Drum Point Lighthouse.

Eileen Bildman, the Board of Director’s Ball chair, has led the event for the last four years and taken the Bugeye Ball to a new level. Seen as a way to thank our friends while enjoying a wonderful evening for a good cause, the Bugeye Ball has become one of the museum’s highlight annual events. “Without the support of our generous 74 sponsors and the local community this event would not be possible,” said Bildman.

Delicious cuisine was provided by Ken Upton of Ken’s Creative Kitchen, music

by Playlist had guests dancing the night away, casino entertainment was provided

by Entertainment Avenue, and Top Hap Party Design of Huntingtown, Maryland generously created the ambiance for the evening.

The “Chance to Win” raffle featured two prizes. A weeklong stay for two in Belize at the Beaches and Dreams Resort, including airfare, was won by Chris Holt of BB&T Bank. Carmen Gambrill was the winner of a unique piece of jewelry from Dickinson Jewelers.

The 2017 Bugeye Ball Sponsors included: Top Hat Party Design, Printing Press, Inc., Eileen and Steve Bildman, BB&T Bank, Bruce Newell, Calvert Health, Marianne Harms, KBRwyle, Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa, AMEWAS, Incorporated, CTI, Dixie Miller & Jim

Ritter, Dominion Cove Point LNG, Don & Jean McDougall, Holly Management, The Lighthouse Restaurant & Dock Bar, R.A. Barrett & Associates, Inc., Smartronix, Stephen L. & Marjorie L. Clagett, The Bird Barkman Daly Wealth Management Group, Micheline Lopez & Joseph Lynch, BAH Curtis Investments, Hilton Garden Inn Solomons, Calvert Marina, Heron Systems, IAP, Ken Reed, Sandy Hunt, Michael & Barbara Gardner, Old Line Bank, PAE, SMECO, Tom & Helen Daugherty, WGL, Tim & Cindy Parlett, College of Southern Maryland, Berkshire Hathaway Haye Services McNelis Group Properties, Shirley Mihursky & Robert Pfeiffer, Taylor Gas, Michael & Wanda DeBord/TitleMAX, LLC, John Toates Architecture and Design, ReMax One Mark Davis & Sally Showalter, Nicoletti’s Pizzeria, Whitten Laser Eye, Baldwin & Briscoe, P.C., Burch Oil, Drury Insurance, Ellen & Skip Zahniser, Margaret H. Phipps, Register of Wills, Mike & Linda Colina, Mike & Sherry Carter, Glenn & JJ Perryman, Personalized Therapy, Phil Dorsey Law Office, Shah Dermatology, RWO, Jack & Barbara Fringer, C3 Innovations Inc., Davis & Upton, Walt & Missy Stammer, Mary & Doug Alves, Associated Insurance Centers, LLC, Chesapeake Trails Surveying, Brooks & Barbour, Bill Ewing, Askey, Askey & Associates, CPA, LLC, Judy & Kevin Switick, Jim & Sharon Tate, Celebrate with Travel, Classic Group, and Michael Paxson Insurance Agency - State Farm.

Next year’s annual Bugeye Ball will be on Saturday April 21, 2018.

From Calvert Marine Museum.

Thursday, May 18, 2017

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Maker’s Market to be held at Calvert Green Expo Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center will hold their June Maker’s Market in conjunction with the Calvert Green Expo & Craft Fair on Saturday, June 3, 10:00am-4:00pm at Annmarie Garden, on Dowell Road in Solomons, Maryland.

Admission is free!

The June Maker’s Market will feature a wide selection of handmade, homemade, and homegrown products, including jewelry, farm-fresh produce, toys, pottery, leather goods, small batch foods, spirits, home décor, and so much more! Browse more than 100 booths, including the many Maker’s Market vendors along with scores of Green Expo vendors.

And don’t miss all the new Maker’s Market vendors, including Colorful Card Catalog selling gift and toys for special needs kids, Deciduous Dave selling

home décor and juggling props, and Port Furniture selling handmade jewelry boxes and display cases. You will find these and many more vendors at the June Maker’s Market with extended hours, 10:00am-4:00pm.

There will be lots of hands-on educational opportunities, along with special activities for the kids. Food and drink will be available, including Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream, Calvert Kettle Corn, and Blue Wind Gourmet. Admission is free! For additional information please call (410) 326-4640, email info@ annmariegarden.org, or visit www.annmariegarden.org From Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center.

SMECO 75 Bike Ride to be held June 3

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) employees will host their sixth annual bike ride on June 3, 2017.

Profits from the bike ride will go to four different organizations that focus on the environment: the American Chestnut Land Trust in Calvert County, the Port Tobacco River Conservancy in Charles County, the Alice Ferguson Foundation in Prince George’s County, and the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association in St. Mary’s County.

Last year, SMECO donated more than $53,000, which was raised by the bike ride and the cooperative’s Annual Charity Golf Outing. The events are supported by a group of volunteers, vendors, and the SMECO executive team.

Three bike routes of 29, 47, and 75 miles will start at the Co-op’s headquarters in Hughesville and go as far as Colton’s Point in St. Mary’s County. Cyclists can register for the SMECO 75 Bike Ride on Active. com. “We encourage cyclists to register soon,” said Natalie Cotton, SMECO’s community and public affairs director.

She added, “Over the years, our bike ride has become very popular, and its success has made a positive impact in our community.”

Cotton expressed gratitude for the support that organizations provide to the fun-

draisers. She said, “Our business partners make generous donations to the SMECO fund-raising events, so that we are able to make a significant contribution to our local charities.” The cooperative invites businesses and organizations to help sponsor the bike ride and has set up the SMECO Charitable Foundation so that qualifying contributions may be tax-deductible. “Individuals who want to donate, but are unable to participate, can contribute by using the PayPal button on SMECO’s website,” Cotton added.

The date of the SMECO 75 Bike Ride, June 3, is also National Trails Day. A portion of the bike route uses the Three Notch Trail, a pedestrian and bicycle trail on the old St. Mary’s County railroad rightof-way. The trail in the northern area of the county begins at Deborah Drive in Charlotte Hall and runs south to John V. Baggett Park in Laurel Grove for a distance of about 11 miles. The trail in this area provides connections to the Northern Senior Center, Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, Charlotte Hall Library, St. Mary’s County Farmers’ Market, the St. Mary’s County Welcome Center, Mechanicsville Elementary School and Baggett Park.

From SMECO.

Hundreds Rally in March for Babies It was the best feel-good moment of the week when approximately 600 members of the Southern Maryland community showed their support of our smallest citizens -- babies — by participating in the 2017 March for Babies to benefit the March of Dimes.

Regency Furniture Stadium was packed with strollers, families, and business teams who raised more than $105,000 to prevent birth defects, premature birth, and other leading causes of death and disability in babies.

Special guests at the event included Shay Baldwin (age 2), the 2017 Greater Washington D.C. Marker Ambassador, and her family. Mike Lukas (Waldorf Jaycees), Bill McGee (Outdoor Creations), and Jason Sproesser (Southern Maryland Blues Crabs) joined walkers on the 3 mileroute as local DJ, Robbie Webb, provided tunes to keep the energy high.

“We saw today how important the health of moms and babies is to the people of Southern Maryland,” says Mike Lucas, Southern Maryland March for Babies 2017 Chairperson. “I’m so proud to be part of this community of people who came together to give all babies a healthy start in life. Babies should be a top priority all year round, and we’re excited about what we’ve accomplished here today.”

“It was a memorable and rewarding day for all of us,” says Audrey Baldwin, mom of the 2017 Ambassador. “After Shay was born 10 weeks prematurely, we decided we wanted to do everything possible to help other families know the joy of a healthy child. We’re honored to represent

the March of Dimes today to show our appreciation for the ways they comfort and support families like ours and support innovative research.”

Premature birth, the leading cause of death among babies in the United States, affects about 380,000 babies each year, including approximately 8,525 babies in Maryland. Funds raised by March for Babies in Southern Maryland help support March of Dimes programs that provide comfort and support for families as well as innovative research to find the unknown causes of premature birth and birth defects.

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines and breakthroughs. For the latest resources and health information, visit our websites marchofdimes.org and nacersano. org. If you have been affected by prematurity or birth defects, visit our shareyourstory.org community to find comfort and support. For detailed national, state and local perinatal statistics, visit persistats. org. Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The 2017 March for Babies is sponsored nationally by Kmart, Famous Footwear, Macy’s, Cigna, HCA, and regional sponsor Publix Super Markets, Inc. In our community, March for Babies is sponsored by the Greater Waldorf Jaycees, University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, Outdoor Creations and Landscapes, Inc., MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Dominion Power, The St. Charles Companies, Southern Maryland Hospital, The Apartments of St. Charles, SMECO, Safeway, Subway, Southern Maryland News, and Southern Maryland Woman.

From March of Dimes.

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Thursday, May 18

Calvert Toastmasters Club Meeting 205 Main St Prince Frederick View Map 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. For more information see our website at calvert.toastmastersclubs.org Zumba Gold-Toning for ALL Fitness Levels Sunderland Elementary School, 150 C Jones Rd, Sunderland, MD 20689 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 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.

Come see what it’s all about. We have a great group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.

Registration and fee required through Calvert County Parks and Rec. Call 410257-6770 or email me at Zumbabonnie@ comcast.net for more information.

Friday, May 19

Brenda‘s World Famous Meatloaf Dinner 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 5:30 PM-7:00 PM Hosted by the American Legion StallingsWilliams Auxiliary Post 206. this is a meal you won’t soon forget. Come to the lower level dining room. Cost is $12 including sides and beverage. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to 410-257-9878. Public warmly invited. www.ALpost206.org American Legion Voting & Election Mtg. 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 7:00 PM-8:00 PM All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to vote from 2 to 6:00 pm and to attend the Member meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m., in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call 410-257-9878 www.ALpost206.org

Saturday, May 20

Karsyn‘s Karnival Cove Point Park 10:00 AM-1:30 PM Karsyn’s Karnival is a family-oriented event for the entire community. There are games like mini golf, a moon bounce, face painting, pony rides, a K9 demonstration, dancing with Solomons Daycare Center, rock wall climbing and tasty treats. There is plenty to eat, see, and do at Karsyn’s Karnival.

While this is a fun event, the true goal of the carnival is to raise the community’s awareness about the talents and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome. We want people to come to the carnival to see that individuals with Down syndrome are exactly like everyone else.

Annual MayFest Indoor Yard Sale Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish 10210 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657 6:30 AM-12 Noon MayFest is an indoor yard sale that also includes antiques, a raffle, and a bake sale. Breakfast and Lunch are available.

MayFest opens at 6:30 a.m. and runs until noon.

MayFest can sell any of the old stuff you have cluttering your home (but no clothing). Are you looking to get rid of old dishes, glasses, linens, small pieces of furniture, appliances, tools, children’s toys, pictures, books, tapes—or whatever? If you are cleaning out old stuff or whatever, please remember MayFest! Donations can be made May 15th—19th , but if you have to get rid of something earlier, please call the Parish Office (410-326-4948) 5th Annual Community Appreciation Day 265 Solomons Island Rd N, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram will hold their 5th Annual Community Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 20, 2017 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. The event will be held at 265 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick and will commence rain or shine. Customers will have the opportunity to adopt pets through the Humane Society of Calvert County, the chance for a meet and greet with Washington Capitals players Peter Bondra, Dino Ciccarelli, Sylvain Cote, Don Beaupre, and Rod Langway. Tickets for autographs will be passed out beginning at 12:00 noon, to the first 200 families.

This is a family-friendly event, with activities that include a silent auction provided

by Above Average Graphing with all proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of Calvert County, fun activities for kids, and a display of Alban’s CAT HD equipment.

The Raminator Monster Truck will be onsite during the event, and Star 98.3 FM will be broadcasting live between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Guests will also have the opportunity to win prizes, throughout the course of the event.

The service department will be open from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Guests will have the opportunity to meet service technicians and advisors, and receive a coupon for a free multi-point inspection. Bring your VIN or registration for a free recall check, as well as review maintenance and scheduling required for your vehicle.

Technicians will be available to check and demonstrate oil and tire pressure checks.

Spring Fewt 9463 HG Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Savor spring with a free fun event for the whole family. Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church invites you to its Annual Spring Fest(rescheduled from May 13). There will be games, prizes, a bounce house, ponies, baby chicks, face painting, food, rescue vehicles and more, Spring Fest is held on the church parking lot, 9463 HG Trueman Road in Lusby.

Thursday, May 18, 2017

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Sunday, May 21 Full STEAM Ahead Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Preschool children and their caretakers are invited to visit the artLAB at Annmarie for hands-on investigations and challenges. Each session will help children explore, observe, ask questions, and make predictions about the world around them as they create and play! We’ll investigate concepts in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Free admission; no registration required, just drop in!

Children: Family Fun Day Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Games, crafts, prizes, bingo, face painting, refreshments and a special show by Mr. Bond the Science Guy. All Free!

COSMIC Symphony Finale Concert; Masterworks College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick 4:00 PM-6:00 PM To close the season, the full force of the orchestra will be displayed in Wagner’s overture to Die Meistersingers. Then, in his COSMIC debut, accomplished pianist Baron Fenwick will perform Beethoven’s 5th piano concerto “The Emperor.”

Rounding out the concert will be the challenging symphony no. 6 by Tchaikovsky: “Pathétique.” Translating the title as “Passionate” gives an accurate description of this, Tchaikovsky’s final complete major work.

Monday, May 22

Boating Safety Classes County Services Place, 150 Main Street, Prince Frederick 6:00 PM-10:00 PM Classes will be held on 22, 23 and 25 May. Classes will cover boat nomenclature, types of boats and engines, legal requirements, emergency equipment and lights, waterway navigation, and boating emergencies. Students are required to attend at least 8 hours of classroom instruction.

A comprehensive review and final test is conducted during the Thursday night session.

Upon successful completion of the class, each boater will receive a Maryland Boating Safety Education Certificate (Blue Card). The fee is $20 and included all required materials.

Zumba Gold-Toning at Dunkirk Firehouse Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Co., 3170 W Ward Rd, Dunkirk, MD 20754—Ground Floor Meeting Hall 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 dis-

counts on multi-class passes.

For more info, email me at zumbabonnie@comcast.net

Tuesday, May 23

Zumba Gold-Toning for ALL Fitness Levels Sunderland Elementary School, 150 C Jones Rd, Sunderland, MD 20689 7:00 PM-8:00 PM 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.

Come see what it’s all about. We have a great group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.

Registration and fee required through Calvert County Parks and Rec. Call 410257-6770 or email me at Zumbabonnie@ comcast.net for more information.

Wednesday, May 24

Connect College of Southern Maryland—Prince Frederick, Maryland—Room 225 6:00 PM-7:30 PM CONNECT is an 8-week grief support program for teens. They will learn coping skills for handling their grief, learn to support themselves and others through the grieving process, develop a support system of other teens, and have the opportunity to have some fun while processing their feelings. Pre-Registration is required. Contact Brittanny Petrzala, Child & Teen Bereavement Coordinator for registration at 410-535-0892 or by email bpetrzala@calverthospice.org.

Thursday, May 25

15th Annual Pat Collins Golf Classic Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, 11200 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby 7:30 AM The Arc Southern Maryland’s 15th Annual Pat Collins Golf Classic. Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, 11200 HG Trueman Rd, Lusby. The Arc Southern Maryland hosts its 15th Annual Pat Collins Golf Classic. Proceeds support individuals and families of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Sponsorship opportunities available ranging from tee sponsor to admiral level sponsor. Registration is $150 per individual player and $600 for a team. For sponsorship opportunities or to register for the event, visit www.arcsomd.org.

The Arc Southern Maryland is a nonprofit organization affiliated at the state level with The Arc of Maryland and at the national level with The Arc of the United States, which is the world’s largest grass roots organization of, and for, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including Down syndrome, autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, cerebral palsy and other diagnoses. Since 1975, The Arc Southern Maryland has provided quality support and programs aimed at creating opportunities for independence and personal success for people with different abilities in inclusive communities. For information about The Arc Southern Maryland, call (410) 535-2413 or visit www.arcsomd.org.

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Thursday, May 18, 2017

T.A.C.O.S. Meeting.

5:00-6:00pm. T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students!) meeting! For teens 13-19. Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Celebrate! Ella Fitzgerald’s 100th Birthday.

6:30-7:30pm.

The music of the Queen of Jazz will fill the meeting rooms as we celebrate the birth of Ella Fitzgerald. For children 2nd grade and up. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Kids Just Want to Have Fun. 6:30-7:30pm. Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack!

This month’s topic: Ferris Wheel. Please register. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch.

Teen Movie Night!

6:30-8:00pm.

Come hang out for movie night - popcorn and fun times included! Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Friday, May 19

On Pins & Needles.

1:00-4:00pm.

Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Saturday, May 20:

Friends of Library Sidewalk Book Sale . 9:00-3:00pm.

Thousands of used books available at great prices! Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Garden Smarter - Tour of MG Demonstration Gardens 10:00-11:30am.

Join us for our Spring Tour of the gardens which will have blooms that attract hummingbirds and early bees. Native plants may be available for purchase. No registration. Community Resources Building, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick.

Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more.

12:00-3:00pm.

Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Children’s MakerSpace.

1:00-4:00pm.

Come join our “Maker’s Space” for children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations.

Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Monday, May 22:

Green Crafting.

2:00-5:00pm.

Green crafters meet on Mondays to make crafts out of materials that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Tuesday, May 23

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. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Wednesday, May 24

Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & more.

10:00-1:00pm.

Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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Thursday, May 25:

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 and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

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Thursday, May 18 Mike Damron Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00-10:00 PM anglers-seafood.com Trivia/ Karaoke Night Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com

Friday, May 19th Trivia/Karaoke Night Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com Dominic Fragman The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 8:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 9:00 PM-1:00 AM anglers-seafood.com

Saturday, May 20th Rock on the Rise IV 5 South Event Center Rental Hall 21030 Point Lookout Road, Callaway 7:30 PM-1:30 AM Featuring regional original music

by With Lying Eyes, Ignite The Fire and Cleveland, Ohio’s Hope for the Hollow

Tuesday, May 23rd Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 6:00 -9:00 PM anglers-seafood.com

Wednesday, May 24th Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00-9:00PM anglers-seafood.com

Thursday, May 25th Mark Glass The Ruddy Duck, Solomons 7:30 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 6:00-9:00 PM anglers-seafood.com Trivia/ Karaoke Night Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com

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.

Over 250,000 Southern Marylanders can’t be wrong!

By Office of Aging Staff

Scams: What You Need to Know

Learn about the eight telltale signs of a scam during this presentation, Tuesday, June 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m. at the Prince Frederick Public Library. The presenter will be Jeannine Robinson-Hurley from the Maryland Attorney General’s Office, Consumer Protection Division.

Learn how you can avoid becoming a victim of a scam.

Let’s focus on the many benefits and positive aspects of getting older at the Older Americans Month Celebration, Age Out Loud, Friday, May 19, 12 noon. Enjoy music with a DJ and a special dessert after lunch.

Pre-register for lunch.

The next Computer Class will be held, Thursday, May 25, 10 a.m.

Pre-registration required.

What is Elder Abuse and What to do if Elder Abuse is Suspected

North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)

Learn about Elder Abuse and what steps to take to report incidents of suspected abuse. Presentations will be held: Thursday, June 8, 11:30 a.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center (410-535-4606); Friday, June 16, 11:30 a.m. at North Beach Senior Center (410-257-2549); Wednesday, June 21, 12:30 p.m. at Southern Pines Senior Center (410-586-2748).

Red, White and Blue Picnic

Show your support for the U.S.A.!

Enjoy this year’s senior picnic at the Calvert County Fairgrounds, Wednesday, June 14, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Lunch will include cheeseburgers with picnic sides and a dynamic performance by Jed Duvall. Fee: donation.

Please note: Calvert Pines Senior Center will be open for information and assistance only.

North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed. Limited transportation will be provided.

Contact your local senior center for more information and to register

by May 30: Calvert Pines, 410-5354606; North Beach, 410-257-2549; Southern Pines, 410-586-2748.

Monday, May 22

Tuesday, May 23

Meatloaf with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Lima Beans, Dinner Roll, Baked Spiced Apples

Wednesday, May 24

• Stay abreast of local happenings • Check our highly popular classifieds • Speak your mind in the forums • Enter our contests and win terrific prizes

Stop by and see what Southern Maryland Online has to offer!

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Join in on the Live with NBSC Talk Show, Elevator/Escalator Safety, Thursday, May 18, 10:30 a.m.

Twin Beach Library staff will share an array of wonderful books during the Southern Charm Book Event, Thursday, May 25, 11 a.m.

Refreshments will be provided.

Pre-registration required.

Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)

A Skin Cancer Presentation and Screenings will be held Wednesday, May 24. The presentation will be at 1 p.m. with screenings beginning at 1:30 p.m. Pre-registration required.

A Memorial Day Observance, Memories in Music, will be held, Friday, May 26, 10:30 a.m. Remember those who have sacrificed for us.

Refreshments will be served.

Eating Together Menu Pulled Pork Sandwich, Cole Slaw, Corn, Cantaloupe

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Thursday, May 25

Egg Salad Sandwich, Tossed Salad, Pickled Beets, Honey Dew Melon

Friday, May 26

Turkey with Gravy, Baked Potato, Carrots, Whole Wheat Bread, Applesauce

Herb Lemon Fish, Tossed Salad, O’Brien Potatoes, Seasoned Kale, Dinner Roll, Fruited Jell-O 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.

Thursday, May 18, 2017

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1. A minute amount (Scott) 5. Supernatural 11. Shortening 14. More firm 15. Other side 18. Philippine island 19. More unnatural 21. Microsoft Surface Book 23. Ice T’s wife 24. Domesticates 28. Only one time 29. In absentia 30. Crustlike surface of a healing skin lesion 32. Distress signal 33. Engine additive 35. 1990s female R&B trio 36. Very fast airplane 39. A reward (archaic) 41. Anno Domini 42. Golf supplies

44. Indian term of respect 46. French river 47. Turn down the lights 49. Blood-sucking African fly 52. Provides info 56. Procrastinates 58. Tower with balconies 60. Where researchers work 62. Religious office 63. Must-have for office workers

CLUES DOWN

1. In possession of 2. Aborigines 3. Early Syrian kingdom 4. Clip 5. Misleads 6. Cosmetic Ingredient Review

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7. Calcium 8. United Talent Agency 9. Hair problem 10. Took down 12. Round Dutch cheese 13. Bicycle manufacturer 16. Suffix plural 17. Painting technique 20. Small Eurasian deer (pl.)

22. Mr. T’s character “__ Baracus” 25. Progressive nerve disease 26. Shock therapy 27. Able to be sold 29. Suffix 31. Binary coded decimal 34. Goes well with a carrot 36. A way to measure performance 37. Doctor __, children’s book author

38. Jewish calendar month 40. Designated hitter 43. Polish village 45. Part of the mind 48. Hand (Spanish) 50. Hit with the open hand 51. Italian island 53. Shakespeare was one 54. Lake __, one of the Great 55. Oswald and Marvin were two 57. Soak up using something absorbent 58. Kids’ dish __ and cheese 59. Expression of disappointment 61. The ancient Egyptian sun god

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