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Commissioners Approve $282.8 Million Budget By Dick Myers Staff Writer

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners has formally adopted a $282.8 million budget for the ﬁscal year that begins July 1. The adoption was on a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Steve Weems opposing it. Although he did not comment during the discussion at the June 6 meeting, Weems had supported a property tax rate decrease that was voted down by the others. During comments before the vote, Commissioner Vice President Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr, supported looking at a tax rate decrease for the next budget. He said with the improving economy “We ought to begin looking at the tax rate that is the constant yield tax rate.” Constant yield is the rate that would produce the same revenue as the previous year. Commissioner President Tom Hejl noted the robust funding for education. “I don’t think anybody wants to say we are not spending for the education system,” he said. Commissioner Pat Nutter thanked the staff for their hard work through constant changes to the budget during the process. Commissioner Mike Hat described the process as “a balancing act” with needed funding for services such as emergency equipment and infrastructure “You had to look at the whole picture,” he said of the decision-making that faced the commissioners.

In a memo presented to the commissioners by Director of the Department of Finance and Budget Tim Hayden, the focus of the budget that included no property or income tax increases was explained as follows: “The primary focus of this budget remains funding our schools. School funding makes up 49.9% of the General Fund operating budget and 37.9% of the six-year capital projects budget. Education funding will be set at the level agreed to in the new funding formula, and includes $115.67 million for operations and $4.99 million for teacher pension costs.” The memo went on to say: “The increases to the FY 2018 expenditure budget are largely due to the following changes (amounts approximate): over $17 9 million in funding for Other Post-Employment Beneﬁts (OPEB), $6 million in additional funding for the Board of Education, $3.4 million in new stafﬁng, new equipment & new initiatives, $2.5 million on salary increases for county employees, $2 million to augment the paving budget, $2 million more for vehicles and equipment, plus an additional $1.4 million more for health insurance.” Later in the meeting, the commissioners also unanimously approved issuing bonds in the amount of up to $26,510,000 dickmyers@countytines.net

State Gives Fishing Creek Bridge Update By Dick Myers Staff Writer Completion of the Fishing Creek Bridge replacement in Chesapeake Beach should be anywhere between the end of 2018 and the Spring of 2019. The more optimistic completion date was given to town residents at the May 18 town council meeting by State Highway Administration (SHA) Acting District 5 Engineer Corren Johnson. The 2019 date is what is published on the SHA website. The project is estimated to cost nearly $18 million for construction, and more than $7 million for design and right-of-way acquisition. The replacement bridge is being constructed parallel to the existing bridge which remains open during the work. Johnson told town residents at the council meeting that the current work that involves

Photo of crews driving sheet pile for the new Fishing Creek Bridge substructure (piers, etc.). Photo courtesy of SHA

driving sheet piles for the new bridge substructure could lead to some vibrations that could be felt in nearby buildings, although she said SHA didn’t expect any problems. The closest building to the bridge is the Chesapeake Beach Water Park that is now open for the season. Presumably the state isn’t anticipating any tsunami at the park as the result of pile driving. Once the new bridge pilings are in place, the decking will be laid. After the new bridge opens, the old bridge will be systematically demolished piece by piece, according to SHA Acting Media Relations Manager Charlie Gischlar. The existing Fishing Creek Bridge was constructed in 1940, according to Gischlar. He said a state study of bridges described it as “structurally deﬁcient.” Contractor for the project on MD 261 is Wagman, Inc. of York, Pa. SHA contact person for the bridge project is District Community Liaison Hilary Gonzales at 410-841-1020. SHA website links are: E-Road Ready 2017 - http://maryland. maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=691de498b6954e908cd16dbed bf9d695. MD 261 project - http://apps.roads.maryland.gov/WebProjectLifeCycle/ProjectInformation.aspx?projectno=CA480514# dickmyers@counytimes.net

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SMECO Applies for Chickens Nixed for Rate Reduction Owings Property Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) submitted a ﬁling to the Maryland Public Service Commission on May 31, 2017, to reduce its base energy charges by more than 10 percent for residential customers. If approved, the lower rates will go into effect with August 2017 bills. Austin J. Slater, Jr., SMECO president and CEO, explained, “Our residential base rate for August will be the lowest it has been in 12 years. Base rates for all customers—commercial accounts, schools, government buildings, and churches—will be reduced across the board. The base rate for an average residential customer with 1,300 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of monthly usage will be nearly $9 less in August than in July.” SMECO’s Standard Offer Service (SOS) rate is made up of the energy charge and the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA). On SMECO’s monthly electric bills, lower power supply costs have consistently been reﬂected in the PCA, which has been a credit for 30 of the last 34 months. “We work diligently to manage SME-

CO’s power portfolio. We purchase energy using a combination of long-term and short-term contracts, as well as base load and peak load contracts. Lower rates can make a huge impact, especially on facilities that use a lot of energy,” Slater added. “When SMECO reduces energy costs, those savings are passed on to customers—that’s the value of a cooperative.” SMECO’s base residential energy charges for summer will decrease by 8.76 percent, from 7.53 cents per kWh to 6.87 cents per kWh. Summer energy charges appear on bills rendered May through September. Base residential winter energy charges will be reduced from 8.13 cents per kWh to7.2 cents per kWh, an 11.44 percent reduction. The reduction for winter and summer months combined total about 10 percent on average. The PCA, which changes monthly, is a credit of 0.4727 cents per kWh for June. The combination of the base energy charge and the PCA credit effectively reduces the SOS rate from 7.53 cents per kWh to 7.0573 cents per kWh. From SMECO.

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The Calvert County Board of Appeals has denied a request for a special exception to allow a chicken raising operation in Owings. The request by D’Andre Gross was to allow the raising of up to 30 chickens at a time on a slightly more than one-acre parcel on Clyde Jones Road. The county zoning ordinance requires the approval for animal raising on properties of less than three acres. It is zoned Rural Community District. The appeals board received three letters in protest to the request and a neighbor of the property also spoke against it in person. The opposition was based on concern about dogs at the Gross home running at large and a previous citation from animal control. Gross had apparently started the chicken operation without appeals board approval and was seeking to rectify that. He was cited for a zoning violation. Appeals Board Administrator Roxanna Whitt said when they went out to review the property there were dogs running loose. “We were terriﬁed of those dogs – they were free.”. Gross said the previous problems with dogs running loose were caused by dogs owned by other people living in the house. He said there are a dozen people living there. Gross said he has corrected the problem and there are now only his dogs there and he has control over them. “I want to take a step back and teach the kids where we come from,” Gross said of his desire to raise the chickens as a lesson for his three children. He insisted that he is only interested in having 10 chickens at a time and asked for the larger number in case he had an overlap with some chicks before getting rid of them. He said he had no interest in having any roosters, which could disrupt the neighborhood. Gross had previously been denied a request to have goats on the property. But

D’Andre Gross appearing before the Calvert County Board of Appeals

he said he has enclosed the chicken raising area with chicken wire and they won’t escape. He said since he has been raising the chickens his neighbors didn’t even know about it and no one had complained. “I only come here asking for a second chance,” Gross said, admitting he had a terrible record in the past. Board Chairman Daniel Baker, Jr. said, “I haven’t been prone to second chances,” adding he had to go on the applicant’s previous experience. Board Vice Chair Susan Hance Wells said, “We have got to protect everyone in the community.” And, board member Jon Ward summed up their concerns by telling Gross “You have a history of careless animal husbandry.” The board members all agreed that 30 chickens were too many for the community and became a commercial chicken operation instead of a history lesson for Gross’ children. Baker said the board could reconsider if Gross was able to get his neighbors on his side for what he was attempting to do. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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New Natural Resources Police Headquarters Approved The Maryland Board of Public Works has unanimously approved a Maryland Department of Natural Resources acquisition of 1.83 acres in Calvert County that will consolidate department properties along the Patuxent River for the development of a new waterfront park and regional headquarters. The Program Open Space purchase of the Wildman property rounds out recent department acquisitions around Hallowing Point. The Board of Public Works previously approved two adjacent purchases in 2015. “This acquisition completes the trifecta; it connects all three of our recent purchases with our existing holdings to create one single property,” Natural Resources Assistant Secretary for Land Resources Daryl Anthony said. “The combined property will provide for exceptional and extraordinary recreational opportunities for Southern Maryland residents, and an expanded department presence.” The department intends to construct a regional complex at the site that will house various agency units, includ-

ing boating, forestry and wildlife. The location is intended to be the future home of the Southern Regional Licensing and Registration Service Center. The Maryland Natural Resources Police and Maryland Park Service will also have an expanded presence. The Maryland Park Service is pursuing a cooperative agreement with Calvert County to manage the new waterfront park, which will include a public beach, boat ramps and access to the Patuxent River. Calvert County has been and remains supportive of the department’s acquisitions around Hallowing Point as part of its efforts to expand public access and recreational opportunities. Following settlement of the Wildman property, the department will begin the conceptual planning process, where it will outline goals, features and potential management agreements. It will then move to the design and construction phases before it opens to the general public around 2022. From Maryland Natural Resources Police.

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Owings Woman Faces Up To 20 Years For Child Abuse By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Diandra Noel Ward, the Owings woman put on trial last month for abusing a 3-month-old in child her care, will be sentenced in August after a jury unanimously found her guilty of first-and-second child abuse May 19. Kathryn Marsh, the Calvert assistant state’s attorney who prosecuted the case, said the child who suffered at Ward’s hands while at her daycare would likely suffer some permanent brain damage as a result. “The [sentencing] guidelines are 10 to 20 years in this case,” Marsh told The County Times. “The victim’s family was extremely pleased with the verdict.” Four expert physicians testified for the prosecution during Ward’s trial.

“While in Ms. Ward’s care the victim suffered a life threatening brain injury that required emergency surgery,” a statement from the State’s Attorney’s Office read. “In addition to the diagnosis of nonaccidental abusive head trauma, the medical doctors also opined that the injury would have happened within hours of the victim undergoing surgery.” Marsh said that the defense’s expert medical witness testified that the victim suffered from a “chronic sub-dural fluid collection” that existed before any alleged trauma was inflicted. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Man Charged with Making a False Statement Matthew Thomas Hutchins, 25, of Lusby is facing criminal charges for making a false statement to a peace officer. Hutchins went to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office on April 5, 2017and filed an official complaint against Calvert County deputies alleging that he was the victim of police brutality and injured as a result. The Office of Professional Standards within the Calvert County Sheriff’s Of-

fice conducted an internal investigation into the allegations which determined Hutchins’ allegations were false. The investigation was reviewed by the Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office at which time criminal charges for making a false report to a peace officer were pursued. From Calvert County Sheriff’s Office

Sheriff’s Office Press Releases During a two (2) week period - May 22 through June 4 - deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 2,506 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary Case #17-26930: On May 23, 2017, at approximately 4:00pm, Deputy B. Sampson responded to German Chapel Road, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a burglary. The victim stated he discovered a Dewalt nailer, kept in a gray case, had been stolen out of his shed. He last saw it approximately two weeks earlier. Burglary Case #17-#17-26651: On May 22, 2017, at approximately 6:00am, Deputy T. Holt was dispatched to the Frying Pan Restaurant, located on HG Trueman Road, in Lusby, for the report of a burglary. The victim advised that sometime after 8:30pm on May 21st, someone had broken into the restaurant’s freezer, by breaking the lock on the freezer door. There are no suspects at this time. CDS Violation Case #17-28168: On May 30, 2017, at approximately 3:00pm, Deputy M. Trigg conducted a traffic stop at Tulip Court/Ponds Wood Road, in Huntingtown, when he observed the driver not wearing a seatbelt. He made contact with Jesse Reid, III, 26, of Huntingtown, while Deputy C. Childress and his K9 partner arrived on the scene. A positive alert was made. Found in the

to locate the individuals. Around 8:30pm one of the individuals, identified through an El Salvador passport as Luis Javier Rivera, 30, emerged from the woods. Rivera refused to identify himself, claiming he did not speak English. While searching through his wallet for proper identification, a paper fold containing a brown sticky substance (amphetamines) was discovered. A further search of Rivera’s wallet revealed numerous compartments that were hiding controlled dangerous substances: two (2) plastic baggies containing a crystalized powder, (methamphetamines) weighting 17.5 and 16 grams each; five (5) plastic folds, each weighing between 3-4 grams, contained a brown powder (amphetamine); a separate plastic fold, weighing 2 grams, containing a brown sticky substance (amphetamine). Rivera was transported to the Detention Center for prisoner processing. During the processing Rivera refused to continue speaking in English and refused to provide critical information for his processing. He received charges of Obstruction of Justice, Reckless Endangerment, Trespass-Posted Property, Possession with intent to Distribute (Amphetamines) and Possession of nonnarcotic drugs (Methamphetamine and Amphetamines).

vehicle was a Newport Cigarette Box containing 21 round pills (Oxycodone). He was taken to the Detention Center where he was charged with Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycodone) and Possession of Paraphernalia (box). CDS Violation Case #17-26946:

Rivera

CDS Violation Case #17-26739: On May 22, 2017, at approximately 5:30pm, Deputy T. Rzepkowski conducted a traffic stop when he observed a driver not wearing a seatbelt in the area of Bayside Rd/E Chesapeake Beach Road, in Chesapeake Beach. As the driver, identified as Stephen Meyers, 26, of Harwood, MD, rolled his window down, Deputy Rzepkowski could smell the odor of Marijuana coming from inside of the vehicle. Located on his person was a small silver pill holder containing two (2) different types of pills. A search of the vehicle revealed a white plastic bag containing 40.1 grams of marijuana, separated into individual zip lock baggies. Also seen on the front seat of the vehicle was a black digital scale, containing marijuana residue, and a black and silver smoking device. Meyers was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana 10+ grams, Possession of a Nonnarcotic Drug (Adderall), Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Suboxone) and Possession of Paraphernalia (digital scale).

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On May 23, 2017, at approximately 7:30pm, Deputy E. Yates, Deputy D. Jacobs and Deputy D. Gatton responded to the Bayfront Park located on Bayside Road, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a firearms complaint. The complainant advised that he heard two gunshots coming from inside of the gated area of the park prior to calling 911. As deputies arrived an additional two shots were heard from inside the Bayfront Park, which was closed at dusk. The Deputies observed two people in the Park and after identifying themselves, the two individuals fled on foot. A foot chase ensued while establishing a perimeter around the area in hopes

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report of a drug violation. Upon arrival he was informed by Officer Lanier that during a routine cell search, various pills and a pair of tweezers were found in the bedding belonging to inmate, Ashley Howes, 31. Howes was charged with Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Suboxone) and Possessing/Receiving a Controlled Dangerous Substance while confined.

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Destruction of Property Case #17-28088: On May 30, 2017, at approximately 7:30am, Deputy A. Ostazeski responded to Santa Fe Trail, in Lusby, for the report of damaged property. The victim explained that on the night of May 29th, at approximately10:30pm, they were wakened by a loud noise outside of their residence. They checked outside but did not locate the cause of the noise. About an hour later they heard another loud noise but did not see anyone around their home. Later the morning of the 30th, they discovered that someone had damaged one of their vehicles. There were dents and scratches on the hood and trunk. Several egg shells were found in the grass, on the roof and pieces of brick were also seen in the yard and driveway. There was no damage to the residence. Theft/Burglary Case #17-28481: On June 1, at approximately 11:00am, Deputy T. Holt responded to Cove Point Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft. The victim advised someone had stolen numerous pieces of jewelry from their residence: One two-piece Gold Diamond ring with a double diamond band, one pair of ruby earrings with diamond accents, one pair of gold link earrings, two pearl necklaces with 14ct gold and diamond accents, three Tasmanian devil charms and two pearl charms with 18ct. diamond accents. Theft Case #17-28238: On May 30, 2017, at approximately 10:30pm, Deputy D. Clark responded to the Rod n’ Reel Restaurant, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a theft. A Security Guard advised he witnessed an employee, Allen Curtis, 44, of Chesapeake Beach, leaving the restaurant with a (full) book bag and a (full) large trash bag. Due to prior thefts of food with no suspect identified, the employee was questioned as to what was in the bags. Curtis voluntarily opened both bags revealing 10 plastic one pound tubs of Fulcher’s Gourmet Crabmeat, 8 plastic one pound tubs of

Meyers

CDS Violation Case #17-26727: On May 22, 2017, at approximately 2:00pm, Deputy B. Sampson was dispatched to the Detention Center for the

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Mary Ellen Brand Crab Meat and 6 one pound cans of Heron Point Seafood Crab Meat. He was arrested for Theft Less than $1,000.00. Theft Case #17-27913: On May 29th , 2017, at approximately 8:30pm, Deputy R. Evans responded to Oak Crest Drive, in St. Leonard, for the report of a theft. Upon arrival the victim stated they noticed their unlocked van, parked in their driveway, had the glovebox opened and items were scattered throughout the vehicle. The only item that appeared to be missing was the owner’s manual to the vehicle. The manual was last seen in the vehicle at 9:00pm on May 28th. A short time later, a neighbor discovered the manual located on the edge of the woods near Oak Crest Drive/Oak Crest Circle and returned it to the victim. Theft Case #17-27892: On May 29, 2017, at approximately 1:15am, Deputy R. Spalding responded to Briscoe Road, in St. Leonard, for the report of a theft and destruction of property. Upon arrival victim #1 explained they had parked their car at approximately 7:30pm and returned to it, around 12:30am, to discover the driver’s side mirror damaged. The mirror was intact but the glass had been broken. Victim #2 reported the driver’s side mirror had been knocked off the vehicle and money was stolen from the center console. He last observed his vehicle intact at 11:00pm that evening.

Theft Case #17-27836: On May 28, 2017, at approximately 6:00pm, Deputy R. Kreps responded to the Giant Grocery store in Dunkirk in reference to a theft. Upon arrival he made contact with the manager who advised that an employee had asked a couple if they had paid for the cart of items they were pushing as they walked towards the exit. They didn’t respond as they continued to their vehicle. The light skinned black male and female were well-dressed and had a cart loaded with “high value items”. They placed the items into their car and took off before Deputy Kreps could arrive.

are known to frequent. They observed a white male fitting the description exiting a tent. As they approached the individual, Robert Rice, 50, of Prince Frederick, he admitted he had been in the Safeway. The Control Center advised Rice had previously been banned, indefinitely, from entering the store. An unopened can of Old Bay Seasoning was also discovered on his person, which he also had stolen. He was arrested for Theft Less Than $100.00 and Trespassing on Private Property.

Theft Case #17-27672: On May 27, 2017, at approximately 7:00pm, Deputy W. Beisel was dispatched to the Prince Frederick Safeway for the report of a shoplifting. The complainant advised that a white male attempted to purchase fireworks with food stamps and after being denied, took off running towards the woods with the fireworks in his hand. Deputy Denton arrived on the scene and helped to locate the male in the wooded area, where homeless individuals

Theft Case #17-27386: On May 26, 2017, at approximately 11:00am, Deputy B. Boerum responded to Golden West Way, in Lusby, for a theft complaint. Upon arrival he met the complainant who advised someone stole his boat trailer from the side of his house. The victim last saw the trailer on April 25th when he parked the trailer in the side yard of the residence. The trailer was discovered missing on May 26 at approximately 6:00am. The trailer was approximately 25 feet long, silver, with an orange winch cable, yellow rollers and had one brake light out.

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Theft Case #17-27342: On May 26, 2017, at approximately 6:30am, Deputy B. Sampson was dispatched to Plateau Road, in St. Leonard, for the report of a theft. The complainant stated two vehicles had been broken into and items were stolen. The vehicles were unlocked and had been accessed through the rear sliding window. A wallet, credit cards and money were stolen. The credit cards had been fraudulently used at several locations.

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Theft Case #17-27316: On May 25, 2017, at approximately 10:15pm, Deputy P. Wood responded to Rivers Reach Court, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft. The complainant stated he parked his vehicle in a back parking lot, at approximately 7:00pm the night before; he attempted to drive the car at 9:00am this morning and realized the gas tank was empty. No suspects at this time. Theft Case #17-27089: On May 24, 2017, at approximately 4:00pm, Deputy R. Evans responded to Moonlight Lane, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft. The complainant advised a gray, 3-4 foot concrete “seahorse” statue was taken from their front yard. The statue was last seen on May 23th around 8:00pm. The statue was discovered missing around 4:00pm. The statue is rather large and weighs hundreds of pounds; therefore, it would probably take more than one person to move it. Theft Case #17-26697: On May 22, 2017, at approximately 1:00pm, Deputy T. Holt responded to Cove Point Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft that had just taken place. The victim advised he watched someone get out of a white pickup truck, walked onto his yard and steel his “Don’t Frack Maryland” yard sign. After removing the sign the individual got in a white truck and drove off.

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By Doug Watson Contributing Writer Budds Creek, MD- Former two-time Street Stock champion Kurt Zimmerman drove to his first career Limited late Model feature win last Friday night at Potomac Speedway. The win for Zimmerman, aboard his MasterSbilt no.9A, was his first track score in over three years and the overall 24th of his career at the speedway. Zimmerman drew the pole for the feature and made the most of his good fortune as he would pace all 20-circuits in convincing fashion over eventual runner up Billy Tucker. “I forgot how much fun it was to win here.” Zimmerman stated in victory lane. “The track was pretty narrow tonight, but I just drove the car like I did back in the street stock days and it was just about perfect tonight.” Brandon Long took third with Tyler Emory and Jonny Oliver completing the top-five. Jamie Sutphin wired the field to score his first-career RUSH Crate Late Model main in the divisions 20-lap main. Sutphin, who lined up second for the start, grabbed the lead at the start and had to withstand nine caution periods and an ever changing top-five throughout the event to score the break through win with his Rocket no.18. “Its taken us a while to get this new car figured out, but it was pretty good tonight.” Sutphin stated post race. “All the cautions seemed to help me because it would give me clear track and I could see where I had to put the car.” Mike Franklin, Darren Alvey, Corey Almond and Ben Bowie trailed at the finish. In support class action, Jeremy Pilkerton drove to his 2nd win of the season in the 16-lap Street Stock feature, class rookie Mikey Latham scored his first career division win in the 15-lap Hobby Stock main, Jamie Marks collected his 2nd of the season in the 15-lap U-Car feature with Johnny Hardesty scoring his first of the season in the nightcap 15-lap Strictly Stock event.

Limited Late Model feature finish 1. Kurt Zimmerman 2. Billy Tucker 3. Brandon Long 4. Tyler Emory 5. Jonny Oliver 6. Scott Wilson 7. David Williams 8. Deuce Wright RUSH Crate Late Model feature finish 1. Jamie Sutphin 2. Mike Franklin 3. Darren Alvey 4. Corey Almond 5. Ben Bowie 6. Matt Tarbox 7. Darin Henderson 8. Matt Glanden 9. Megan Mann 10. Ryan Clement 11. Jeff Pilkerton 12. James Marshall 13. Megan Emory 14. Chuck Bowie Street Stock feature finish 1. Jeremy Pilkerton 2. Tony Archer 3. Kyle Nelson 4. Roy Dean 5. Mike Raleigh 6. Ed Pope Jr. 7. Mike Latham Hobby Stock feature finish 1. Mikey Latham 2. Sam Archer 3. Tommy Randall 4. Dave Adams 5. Jerry Deason 6. Buddy Dunagan 7. Kevin Murphy 8. James Rainey 9. Hilton Pickeral 10. Ray Bucci 11. Jonathan Knott 12. Greg Morgan 13. Sam Raley 14. Robbie Kramer (DNS) U-Car feature finish 1. Jamie Marks 2. Savannah Windsor 3. Kyle Randall 4. Stephen Suite 5. Michael Leigh 6. Howard Dunn 7. Ryan Quade 8. Dominic King 9. Leon Stover 10 Ben Pirner (DQ) Strictly Stock feature finish 1. Johnny Hardesty 2. Jeff Block 3. Greg Mattingly 4. John Hardesty 5. JJ Silvious 6. Steve Gingery 7. Ed Pope Sr. 8. Nabil Guffey 9. Drew Payne

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ther hone their skills and develop new strategies. SMRD was the first women’s flat track roller derby league in Southern Maryland and is also a 501c(3) non-profit organization supported by members, sponsors, fundraising, and donations. We are also the first league in Southern Maryland to be accepted as a full member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). For more information, visit www.somdrollerderby.org. Sponsorship package, media kit, high-resolution images and promotional graphics (like the SMRD bout poster below) are available upon request. Email marketing@somdrollerderby.org. From Southern Maryland Roller Derby.

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School System Honors Ths Year’s Retirees By Dick Myers Staff Writer Calvert County Public Schools June 1 honored the 74 retirees who are leaving the system. School Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry noted that the retirees collectively represented more than 2,000 years of service to the system. More than 50 of the retires attended the ceremony and dinner at the Rod N’ Reel in Chesapeake Beach. The superintendent noted that people moving to the DC area chose to live in Calvert County because of the quality of the school system. He said, “You folks are who have made Sunderland Elementary School Instructional Assistant Patricia that so.” Ariemma receives certificate of appreciation from SuperintenSchool board President Pamela dent Dr. Daniel Curry and Board of Education Vice President Cousins presented greetings from Tracy McGuire. the board. And MC, Director of Straand friends.” And she urged them to “turn tegic Partnerships and Community Engagement Dr. Victoria Karol urged the off the alarm clock” along with volunteerretirees to “spend time with their families ing and reading a good book. After a buffet meal, each of the retirees was called up by Karol who gave an individualized account of their contributions to the school system. Awards and special watches were handed out by Curry ad board members Vice President Tracy McGuire, Kelly McConkey and Dawn balinski. Board member William Phalen was also in attendance. Music for the evening was provided by the Calvert Chamber Players. Retired Director of the School Construction Department George Leah receives certificate from board members Dawn Balinski and Kelly McConkey.

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AVIAN, CSM Partner on Workforce Training AVIAN LLC and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) marked a new partnership at a ceremonial signing at the CSM Leonardtown Campus May 22. CSM signed a collaborative training agreement with AVIAN’s commercial training group, AVIAN Institute (AI), to offer three new workforce development and training courses at CSM’s Leonardtown Campus beginning fall 2017. “At AVIAN, we believe that knowledge is power and that knowledge can be achieved with targeted, meaningful training,” AVIAN LLC President Kevin G. Switick said. “It’s really exciting when we have opportunities like this to share that power with more people.” “This is an exciting partnership and we are looking forward to working with AVIAN to provide valuable training,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried. “CSM’s Corporate Center is known for being the provider of choice for professional career training and workforce development in Southern Maryland, and this partnership is a win-win training opportunity for everyone. These three courses expand the offerings of CSM’s Corporate Center, which has been a training provider for NAVAIR for many years, while also expanding AVIAN’s reach into the community beyond the gates of NAVAIR.” The courses were developed to bring immediate value to the Southern Maryland

community, corporate peers and service members in the fleet. The three course offerings available at CSM this fall include “NAVAIR, Simplified;” and “Cyber Awakening and Flight Test: The Discipline.” These courses provide the ‘so-what’ and ‘why’ of naval aviation acquisition, a look at the realities of the modern cybercriminal and the basics tenets of flight test. All course developers and instructors are retired U.S. Navy test pilots, flight-test engineers, contracting officers, and NAVAIR program managers and team leads. AVIAN has offered Workforce Development and Training services to the Department of Defense and commercial clients since 2009. Since then, AVIAN has created more than 60 customer unique training courses and instructed over 200 classes to over 10,000 students at 16 client sites throughout the United States. “Whether our clients are looking for a catalog of training classes, or a focused, one-time training event, we’ve got a team of experts who know how to build information into a useful teaching tool,” Switick said. “We offer a proven and unique training approach that students embrace and like truly enjoy.” From College of Southern Maryland.

Hospital Foundation Awards Healthcare Scholarships

The St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation recently presented 10 area students with scholarships totaling $180,000. The students were recognized during a reception held May 23. “We were truly impressed by all of the applicants this year,” Rick Tepel, chair of the Foundation scholarship committee said. “It is inspiring to meet all of the candidates and learn about their dreams and aspirations.” Receiving the scholarships this year were: Bailey Schneider of Mechanicsville, speech-language pathology, Appalachian State Dana King of Lusby, nursing, Salisbury University Brenna Duke, of Hollywood, nursing, University of Mount Union Jordan Janshuk of Mechanicsville, nursing, College of Southern Maryland Jessica Thompson of Hollywood, nursing, Lynchburg College Kylee Wickline of Callaway, nursing, York College of Pennsylvania Cassie Oliver of Hollywood, occupational therapy, Misericordia University

Sydney Guthrie of California, occupational therapy, Towson University Megan Long of Mechanicsville, physical therapy, Virginia Commonwealth University Hayley Mesmer of Lexington Park, physical therapy, St. Francis University The Foundation has been presenting scholarships to area graduates since 2001 and including this year’s recipients, it has awarded 142 scholarships. Funds for the scholarships are raised through the Foundation’s annual Gala held each November. This year’s gala, Diamonds & Pearls: Cheers to 30 Years, will be held Nov. 17 at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Social Hall. Many former recipients are currently employees of MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. “The Foundation believes all of this year’s recipients will play an important role in the future of health care in our community,” Tepel said. From MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.

St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation 2017 scholarship winners pictured from left to right are: Sydney Guthrie, Brenna Duke, Hayley Mesmer, Kylee Wickline, Bailey Schneider, Megan Long, Jessica Thompson, Jordan Janschek and Cassandra Oliver. Not pictured is Dana King.

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CSM Tuition to Increase for Fall 2017

The College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees set tuition at its May 18 board meeting for the upcoming academic year, with a 1.6 percent increase for Southern Maryland students, effective fall 2017. Tuition for residents of Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties will increase by $2 per credit to $125 per credit. Tuition for Maryland residents outside of the tri-county region will increase by $4 per credit to $217 per credit and for out-of-state residents by $5 per credit to $280 per credit. The comprehensive fee remains at 23 percent of tuition. CSM’s operating budget is supported by funding from the state, the three counties of Southern Maryland, and tuition and fees. The Fiscal Year 2018 (FY18) budget of $66,203,592 is based on approved funding by the state and Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Of the total revenues, tuition and fees constitute nearly 44 percent, county appropriations 28 percent and state funding nearly 26 percent with 2 percent from other sources. “We’ve been diligent in developing a budget based on conservative revenue estimates that will continue to provide quality educational experiences for our students,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried, adding, “Despite the tight county and state budgets, we were able to craft a budget that minimizes tuition increases and maintains quality services.” “Within Southern Maryland CSM continues to be the ﬁrst choice for college-bound students. We have been diligent in providing transfer articulations and guaranteed admissions, with our most recent with the

University of Maryland Baltimore County, increasing such opportunities to over 60 partnerships. Because of these types of efforts made on behalf of our students, CSM graduates are able to move through their first two years of college near home and at a substantial savings over state colleges and universities. More importantly, CSM offers an education that goes far beyond academics, but includes opportunities for students to stretch their leadership potential, pursue rigorous scholars or honors programs, or take advantage of student life, clubs and athletics,” Gottfried said. In presenting the recommended budget to the Board of Trustees, CSM Vice President of Financial and Administrative Services Tony Jernigan, CPA, advised the college’s FY18 operating budget reflects conservative estimated revenues which includes funds to operate the new Regional Hughesville Campus’ Center for Trades and Energy Training, including the addition of public safety officers to provide security coverage for day, evening and weekend hours as well as a full-time facilities position. The budget also includes 10 additional hours for the Community Mediation coordinator in Charles County to become full time and the addition of two part-time Community Mediation office assistants due to the significant increased use of the Community Mediation Center since its inception two years ago. CSM’s tuition and fees may be paid over a four-month period through CSM’s Tuition Payment Plan which is available to students enrolled in three or more credits. Since this is a deferred payment plan, there is no debt,

no credit search and no interest. There is a non-refundable enrollment fee of $50 per semester. For information on the payment plan, contact the Bursar’s Office at 301934-7712 or to enroll in the plan, visit www. csmd.edu/Bursar/Tuition/paymentplan.htm. Various resources are available for students regarding financial aid, grants, loans, veterans benefits or student employment. For information on financial assistance and the types of aid available to attend college, please visit http://www.csmd.edu/costs-aid/ credit-costs-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/. Additionally, the college offers an online application that helps students to easily iden-

tify and apply for potential scholarships. The CSM Scholarship Finder is a quick, easy and free service that helps Southern Maryland students match their backgrounds and financial needs to dozens of local scholarships in a wide variety of academic programs. Most scholarships have a May 31 deadline, however applications are still being accepted online at www.csmd.edu/costs-aid/ credit-costs-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/ scholarships/scholarship-finder/. From College of Southern Maryland.

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WMJS=LP general manager and chief engineer Bill Santiff. Photo by Mike Batson

WMJS-LP Carries Out County’s Community Radio Tradition By Dick Myers Staff Writer

First allow me a point of personal privilege. This reporter 50 years ago after graduating from college and a stint on active duty with the Army Reserves, applied with my mother to the Federal Communications Commission for an AM radio station in Prince Frederick on 1070 with 500 watts. My family had a summer home in Mayo, Anne Arundel County, and we often came down to Chesapeake Beach, so I was familiar with the county. I felt that in the late 60s that it was on the cusp of development. At the same time as we made the AM application, I also felt that FM, with its cleaner signal, would be the wave of the future. At the time, the FCC had a Table of FM Assignments in which a frequency was first assigned to a community, and after that happened anyone could apply. So, I hired an engineer and we found a frequency (92.7) and applied to have the frequency added. While waiting for FCC approval, I attended National Academy of Broadcasting in DC. There I learned that an AM radio station in Leonardtown (WKIK 1370) was for sale. We decided to buy an existing station instead of facing the hassle of putting one on the air. I later learned that the owner of WKIK put it up for sale because he feared the extra competition in Southern Maryland. With the application to buy WKIK, we withdraw the AM application, but the FM application continued throughout the process and 92.7 was eventually added to the table for Prince Frederick. Fifty years ago on June 1 we took over WKIK under the name Tidewater Broadcasting Company. In the early 1970s, a station on 92.7 went on the air with the call letters WESM and played easy listening music. We have been unable to find out the name of the original

owners. But several years later a couple from Philadelphia, Mel and Ada Gollub purchased the station and changed the call letters to WMJS for the names of their children, Mark, Judy and Susan. The Gollubs turned WMJS into a community radio station, with local news, weather, traffic and public service announcements. That changed dramatically in November of 1999 when the couple sold the station to Mega Communications, a Spanish language broadcaster. They moved the antenna from a tower in Barstow to one in Sunderland to be closer to Washington, DC. The station has changed hands twice since then, but it still remains one broadcasting to the city and not to Calvert County. The sale of WMJS was at a time when the radio industry was changing from one in which local people operated radio stations to one largely run by big corporations. For instance, Clear Channel now known as IHeart, at one time owned more than a thousand stations, made possible by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules allowing one owner to own more stations in an area. Bill Santiff noted that trend and the loss of Calvert Coty’s only local station. He also noted that the FCC had just approved in January of 2000 a new class of radio stations know as Low Power (LP) radio. These stations with a maximum power of 100 watts (at 100 feet) were intended to cover a small area plugging in the hole with the loss of local stations. Santiff describes his broadcasting career as “bookends of my life.” He said, “My fascination with radio began when I turned 10 at the end of 1955. For my birthday, my parents bought me a Cub Scout ‘Crystal Radio Kit’.” With that he was able to listen

to WFBL, located just three miles from his home in Syracuse, NY. Before he was 16 he had his FCC First Class Engineer’s License and was working part-time at that same station. But, in college he joined the ROTC and that led to a 22-year Air Force career followed by working with defense contractors. His jobs during his adult life often involved working in communications and on communications equipment. Santiff had moved to Calvert in the 1970’s while at Andrews Air Force Base. At the time of the WMJS sale and the creation of Low Power Radio, Santiff was a senior warden at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Prince Frederick. He convinced the church leadership to apply for a license for the new radio service and they agreed, on two conditions – that the church would not be involved in the operation, it would be his responsibility, and that the church wouldn’t contribute to it financially. St. Paul’s had two other local churches apply to operate on 102.1. But the other two churches found other frequencies and eventually all three were awarded licenses, but only St. Paul’s was able to get the station on the air. Santiff raised $30,000 of start-up costs for the tower, transmitter, control board and automation system. The money came out of his own pocket, through donations and a loan which was paid off in five years. The station began broadcasting on July 4, 2004. The radio station is physically located in one room in the basement of the church hall next to the historic church on Church St. in Price Frederick. Since its inception it has been an all-volunteer operation although some Low Power radio stations do have paid staff. Santiff is WMJS-LP’s general manager and chief engineer. Kevin Mohler is program director. Marty Madden who worked for years at the old WMJS-FM helps with announcing and runs a live Saturday morning show. Most of the tine there is no one in that basement studio. It runs by automation, with music having been loaded onto the computer as well as legal station identifications and public service announcements. The three staffers periodically add new music and announcements into the system. The station keeps going with “underwriting donations” from local businesses. These are like what you hear on National Public

Radio. Currently there are four businesses paying to have their underwriting donation announcements aired on WMJS-LP. Monies raised from the businesses go for music licensing fees, purchasing new music and the upkeep of the equipment and occasionally the purchase of new equipment. Santiff feels part of a community radio station’s responsibility is to provide emergency announcements. The station gives alerts and warnings from national, state and local government agencies. In midFebruary of this year during an 18-hour period the station broadcast six severe thunderstorm warnings, four tornado warnings, and two flood warnings. Santiff said the station plays just about every genre of music except acid rock and rap. “Something for everyone” is how he describes what Mohler programs. With its 82 wats at 108 feet, WMJSLP’s signal goes to about Huntingtown to the north and St. Leonard to the south. But for the last three years the station has had listeners all over the world through streaming its signal on the internet. That can be accessed through their website or through the free TuneIn radio app on Apple and Android systems. With the so called “connected car” with internet dashboard access on the very near horizon, the station can anticipate more people listening in their cars beyond its regular terrestrial signal. The radio industry is nervous about that because it also will increase competition through the dashboard when radio has had it all to itself up until now. Broadcast radio is the bookends of my life,” Santiff said. “I started as a part-tine, FCC-licensed engineer at the age of 16. Today at 71 I am retired from my other career but I am still actively running our radio station as an unpaid volunteer.” Even though it’s a small volunteer operation, with Santiff’s experience the station operation follows all FCC rules and is as technically up-to-date as most commercial radio stations. And, Santiff feels it is carrying on the mission of providing community radio to his adopted community of Calvert County. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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Obituaries

In Remembrance Mary Alice Louise Hyson Mary Alice Louise Hyson, 84, of La Plata passed away June 1, 2017. She was born June 28, 1932 in Seat Pleasant, MD to Wilbur and Alice (Brady) Greenwell. Mary was raised in Capitol Heights and graduated from Maryland Park High School. She was employed as a secretary with Merchants Terminal. In her leisure time she enjoyed cooking, bowling, knitting, birds, gardening, reading The Bible and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Donald Kenneth Hyson, Sr. She is survived by sons Donald K. Hyson, Jr. and wife Michele of Ladson, SC and Dave M. Hyson of King George, VA, 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and sister Gwendolyn Arnold. Visitation will be Thursday, June 8, 2017 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane Owings MD 20736 Memorial Service will be Thursday, June 8, 2017 12 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at MD Veterans Cemetery – Cheltenham 11301 Crain Highway Cheltenham MD 20623.

ardson) Moran. Herbert was raised in Cucumber, WV and graduated from Big Creek High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. He retired from the Army as a Master Sargent, and was then employed by the Prince William County Water Authority. He was a member of the VFW Post 14000 and the American Legion in Woodbridge, VA. In his leisure, Herbert enjoyed baseball and watching TV. He was preceded in death by his wife Maudie E. Moran, sister Phyllis Moran, brother Bill Moran and sister in law Louise Moran. Herbert is survived by a daughter Deborah D. Mauer and husband Daniel of Chesapeake Beach, granddaughter Bridgette R. Mauer, sisters Linda Moran and Helen Pierce and husband Harman as well as numerous nieces and nephew. Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

Herbert Ralph Moran, 88, of Woodbridge, VA passed away June 1, 2017 at Washington Hospital Center. He was born November 7, 1928 in Cucumber, West Virginia to Walter Thomas and Mattie (Rich-

The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

Hyde of Shady Side and siblings Debbie McKenzie of St. Augustine, FL, Jean McKenzie of Friendship, Donna McKenzie-Eberly of Tamarac, FL and Freddie McKenzie of Deale. The family would like to invite friends to the Deale Elks Lodge after the service. In lieu of ﬂowers donations may be made to Rausch Funeral Home to assist the family with the funeral costs.

Linda Lynn McKenzie, 44, of Deale passed away June 1, 2017. She was the third child born to Fred and Dorothy (Ward) McKenzie on January 6, 1973. Linda was raised in Rose Haven and graduated from Southern High School. She was a member of the Annapolis Moose Lodge Chapter 661. Linda had a love for cats and enjoyed being on the water and spending time with her children. She is survived by her children John Letcher of Palm Coast, FL, Alicia Beavers of Edgewater and Joseph Brashears of Mayo, her mother Dorothy McKenzie-

tesville VA 22911; Phone, 434-817-6900; website: http://hopva.org/ Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

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Anne Dare Billard Bonner, 95, died Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at the home of her daughter in Faber, Virginia. Anne was born September 11, 1921 in Baltimore, MD, the youngest daughter of Mary Agnes Shepherd and William W. Billard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Bonner, Sr. as well as her sister Jacqueline, her brother Jules and great-grandson Luke Pittman. Anne joined the Women’s Army Corps during World War II and later worked at Nationwide Insurance until her retirement. She was a talented amateur artist, taking special delight in portraits of her family. She enjoyed many years visiting her son and family in France. She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Margaret and John Campbell, William and Elizabeth Bonner, Mary and Gerald Stauffer and James Bonner as well as sixteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. She will be missed by her family as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway Suite 300 Charlot-

Margaret Rosalie Tawney, 57, of Brandywine passed away May 29, 2017 at her residence. She was born December 22, 1959 in Prince Frederick to Morris Nathaniel and Beulah Mae (Catterton) Wilkerson. Margaret was raised in Calvert County and graduated from Northern High School in 1977. She married Richard Tawney on February 10, 1977 and they lived in North Beach before moving to Brandywine in 2008. Margaret was primarily a homemaker and worked at Prince Frederick Motors for 12 years. Margaret was a member of Mt. Harmony-Lower Marlboro United Methodist Church and in her leisure time she enjoyed collecting angels, cooking, gardening and ﬂowers. Margaret is survived by her husband Richard Lewis Tawney, daughter Michelle L. Tawney of Chesapeake Beach, siblings William E. “Genie” Wilkerson and wife Vera of Chesapeake Beach, Morris Vernon Wilkerson and wife Gloria of Dunkirk, Charles Fred Wilkerson and wife Sharon of Cheswald, DE, Evelyn Mae Poole of Lothian, Judy E. Jenkins of Owings and Betty Sue Long and husband Charlie of Cape Coral, FL, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles Donald Catterton. Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Homes.

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MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION MD 5 at Abell and Moakley Streets Intersection Reconstruction Project New Meeting Date The MD 5 at Abell and Moakley Streets Intersection Reconstruction Project Open House, originally scheduled for June 7, 2017, has been rescheduled due to a printing error that resulted in inadequate newsletter distribution. The new meeting date is Tuesday, July 11, 2017. The project team believes rescheduling will enable better community notification and participation at the meeting. We apologize for the inconvenience and any confusion. Please Note: The meeting will take place at the same time and location as indicated in the previously published newspaper announcement. There will be no formal presentation.

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New Open House Date Tuesday, July 11, 2017 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: Leonardtown Fire Department Hall 22733 Lawrence Avenue Leonardtown, MD 20650

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Contact: Mr. Luis A. Gonzalez, P.E., MDOT SHA Project Manager Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration Office of Highway Development 707 North Calvert Street, Mail Stop C-102 Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone: 410-545-8826 Toll-free: 1-888-228-5003 Email: Lgonzalez@sha.state.md.us

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Please mark your calendars and plan to attend! Gregory I. Slater State Highway Administrator

A Letter to the Editor The Collaborative Gives Thanks to Its Supporters

To the Editor: The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (3CY) would like to thank and recognize all the business sponsors and in-kind donators for our recent Champions for Children Community Awards Annual Banquet held at Kings Landing Park. We greatly appreciate your support for our programs and our county youth. We also thank the Calvert citizens who selflessly provide funds and their time each year, and dedicate themselves to advocating for resources for community youth and families. This year, we especially thank Bayside Toyota, our presenting sponsor, which graciously provided a generous donation for the event. We also thank the following businesses for their contributions: Calvert Marine Museum, Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa, Papa John’s Pizza, Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill, Sneade’s Ace Home Center, Thursday’s Bar & Grill, Town Council of Chesapeake Beach, Chesapeake Bounty, Adam’s Grille, Hair Cuttery, Verizon, Beverly’s Flowers and Gift. And, thank you to all the Calvert citizens who continually support the 3CY and

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its initiatives with their time and monetary donations. You make it possible for our nonprofit to continue its efforts to make Calvert the best community for young people. This includes; John and Gale Perryman, Tom and Sheila Hejl, William and Judy Seversen, Nancy Zinn, Carla Rose, Joe and Judy Milhalcik, Barbara and Jack Fringer, Dick and Sue Hu, Rhonda Crawley, and Mike King. For more information about 3CY or to contribute to our nonprofit electronically, go to Calvertkids.org or support us through the Combined Federal Campaign, the Maryland Charity Campaign or with your purchases at AmazonSmile/Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth. All of your donations remain local and assist us with advocacy and programs for youth and families of Calvert. We are grateful for your support over the past 19 years, and with the exception of a part time office assistant, we have sustained operations for our all-volunteer United Way partner organization. With Sincere Gratitude, Guffrie M. Smith

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Two Local Film Festivals Form Partnership

Special Olympians led the race start.

Torch Run Benefited Special Olympics By Dick Myers Staff Writer The first Saturday of June brought bright, sunny skies and hundreds of participants out to Calvert Marine Museum for the 2nd Annual Calvert County Law Enforcement Torch Run 5k. The event benefited Special Olympics Maryland. According to advance publicity for the event, “The mission of the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) in partnership with our communities is to support Special Olympics Maryland through fundraising and public awareness while enhancing the quality of life of our athletes. It is a year-round fundraising effort that culminates every year at the Special Olympics Maryland Summer Games in June.” Several Special Olympians led the start of the race. Participants included members of the sheriff’s office, Maryland State Po-

lice and other community members. They received an official tee-shirt showing their support of law enforcement and what they do for the community. The runners left Calvert Marine Museum grounds and the 5Kparticipans continued down onto the island, around the circle at the end and then back through some residential areas before ending at its starting point. The 5K was timed but the 1K wasn’t. In addition to runners, participants with babies in strollers and dogs in tow also participated. Refreshments were available for everyone at the end and trophies were presented to the fastest in various classes.

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The Steering Committee for the Southern Maryland Film Festival announces its 2017 Calvert County Mini-Fest, made possible through a partnership with the North Beach American Film Festival. The Inaugural NBAFF is being held Friday through Sunday, June 23-25, and the 12:30 – 2 p.m. time slot on Saturday will be a block of films presented by the Steering Committee of the Southern Maryland Film Festival. Additional SMFF films will also be screened during a family-friendly block from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Having successfully run two Film Festivals in 2015 and 2016, in downtown Leonardtown, St. Mary’s County, the SMFF Committee has taken a year off from the “big fest” and scheduled mini-fests in Charles and Calvert Counties instead - including partnering with the NBAFF. Having benefitted from the generosity and faith of the local arts and business communities in St. Mary’s, the Committee hopes to garner even more support from their two neighboring Counties, to spread the word about their upcoming Film Festival in July of 2018, and to inspire more artists from the Tri-County area to create and submit films.

According to its website, “The NBAFF spotlights the best in American Independent Films that exhibit the multi-cultural and diverse aspects of American life.” The threeday festival includes “special waterfront screenings, area events, live entertainment and more.” The NBAFF also partnered with the Arts Council of Calvert County to present the “2017 Calvert Student Filmmaker Grant”. The grant awarded $500 to a Calvert County Public High School student to create a short film to be screened during Festival. The movies being shown during the SMFF block are a combination of 2016 juried winners, 2015 audience award winners and committee favorites from the last two years. Eligible works were filmed - at least in part - in Charles, Calvert or St. Mary’s Counties; had related content to the area; or had at least one Southern Maryland resident or native on the filmmaking team. These imaginative creations encompass multiple genres, include filmmakers of all ages from all three counties, and communicate - with divergent, yet very clear voices – life and art in Southern Maryland. From Southern Maryland Film Festival.

Chautauqua Series Looks at Entry Into Great War

This summer, voices from a century ago will step forward and speak to area residents at the College of Southern Maryland during the annual Chautauqua Series, July 11 to 13. Those voices will be from the Great War, as this year’s series commemorates the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I. Three key figures from 1917 will be portrayed at the outdoor, evening events — W.E.B. Du Bois, General John Pershing and President History will come to life when, from left, W.E.B. Du Bois, President Woodrow Wilson and General John Pershing are portrayed Woodrow Wilson. in this summer’s Chautauqua Series Du Bois, a sociologist and scholar, Illustration by Tom Chalkley. was one of the most important African-American activists of the early educational program of Maryland Humani20th century. He will be portrayed by Bill ties presented in partnership with CSM. Grimmette, a living history interpreter, CSM is one of seven sites selected to offer storyteller, actor and motivational speaker the program this summer. who has appeared as Martin Luther King, Maryland Humanities is a statewide, Jr., Du Bois, Frederick Douglass and Ben- educational nonprofit organization that crejamin Banneker at Chautauquas in Mary- ates and supports educational experiences land, Colorado and South Carolina and at in the humanities that inspire all Marylandschools in the Northern Marianas. ers to embrace lifelong learning, exchange Pershing, commander of the American ideas openly and enrich their communities. Expeditionary Force on the Western Front Old Line Bank also is a sponsor of the in World War I, was one of America’s most CSM Chautauqua Series. accomplished generals. He will be porThe Chautauqua series will be presented trayed by Doug Mishler, an independent outdoors at CSM on the La Plata Campus scholar who has taught at the University of Fine Arts Center (FA Building) lawn startNevada and Western Washington Universi- ing at 6:45 p.m. each night. Audience memty and has appeared at Maryland Humani- bers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair ties Chautauqua as P.T. Barnum, Theodore or blanket as well as food or beverages (no Roosevelt, William Lloyd Garrison, Henry alcohol permitted). In the event of rain, perFord and Upton Sinclair. formances will move indoors to the Fine Wilson, a leader of the Progressive Arts Center. Movement, was the 28th President of the Each evening will open with music, folUnited States. He will be portrayed by Judd lowed by presentations by the ChautauBankert, who has been portraying Presi- quans with an opportunity for questions dent Wilson as part of the Woodrow Wil- and answers. For information on Chauson Presidential Library and Birthplace’s tauqua, visit www.mdhumanities.org/ living-history program since 2000. programs/chautauqua. The annual Chautauqua program is an interactive, family-friendly presentation From College of Southern Maryland. designed to bring history to life. It is an

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Local power company brings “positiveNRG” to The Arc Volunteers from NRG Chalk Point Station rehab a residence

Calvert Green Expo

Highlighted Sustainability By Dick Myers Staff Writer Annemarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center in Dowell was covered in green on Saturday June 3. And, a lot of other colors too. The occasion was the annual Calvert Green Expo and Craft Fair. It’s billed as Southern Maryland’s largest sustainable event and attracts thousands of visitors and more than 100 vendors. In addition to the displays, the event featured speakers and workshops on such topics as rain barrels, the local food movement and limiting the spread of invasive plants. Information was also presented on the Calvert County Environmental Summit scheduled for November. Among the “green” displays was information on the Southern Calvert Land Trust,

which helps preserve land through conservation easements and property donations. Many community groups were spread out through the craft fair section, including the Calvert K-9 Search Team always popular for providing a chance to interact with the dogs and handlers who team to search for missing persons. The Murray Arts Building was also open during the free event, with its gift shop and latest exhibit. The event was sponsored by the Calvert County Citizens Green Team, established in 2009 to promote sustainable lifestyles. dickmyers@countytines.net

During its tenth annual “positiveNRG” week, nearly 30 volunteers from NRG’s Chalk Point, Maryland Generating Station visited one of The Arc’s residences to rehab the site. Arthur Jones is one of three people – all with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) – that are now even happier to call their house a home. NRG’s volunteer crew arrived bright and early and some stayed up to ten hours to complete projects that improved the home, inside and out. NRG completed several projects included painting, replacing shutters, installing hand rails on an outdoor staircase, cleaning gutters, replacing shingles and siding on an old shed, pressure washing, clearing away brush to reclaim the back yard, and creating a plant bed which would be easily accessible to an individual utilizing a wheelchair. The time, labor, and materials, were donated from NRG. According to Chalk Point plant manager Greg Staggers, “We look forward to these projects every year as a way to directly support our community. In this case it was particularly rewarding to see the improvements our team made take shape throughout the day.” Arthur Jones was excited throughout the project. Cheryl Zeeger, The Arc’s

Property & Facility Manager, took Arthur shopping for some finishing touches to highlight the freshly painted rooms. He picked out new curtains, with a splash of blue, which would match other items in the home. He buzzed about throughout the day, thanking the NRG crew and watching the progress they were making on his home. He watched in eager anticipation as the team cleared out trees and created more space in his yard - which he already envisioned filling with an outdoor swing – and talked about how much space he’d now have to play basketball in the front yard. After a lunch shared by the volunteers, Arthur, and a group of The Arc’s employees, there was one more generous surprise in store. The Arc was presented with a donation of $1000 from NRG, to be used where it would be needed most. People supported by The Arc Southern Maryland benefit greatly through volunteerism and donations. As a nonprofit organization, support offered by the community has a tremendous impact on people with I/DD supported by The Arc. The effect of “positiveNRG” week could clearly be seen in Arthur’s smile and the smiles of NRG’s hardworking volunteers.

County Officials Urge Awareness During Hurricane Season

The Atlantic hurricane season is underway and the Calvert County Division of Emergency Management is teaming with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) to promote citizen awareness and preparedness. The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June to November but most hurricane-like weather is seen between mid-August and late October. Calvert County is at risk for strong winds, heavy rain, inland flooding and other severe weather. Residents can be “weather ready” by ensuring they know how to get a warning, have a plan and practice safety tips. The NWS reports that in Maryland it is possible to see hurricanes or hurricane-like activity during the summer. NWS notes that damage to coastlines and destruction several hundred miles inland is possible with these tropical storms. Hurricanes can produce up to 150 mile-per-hour winds, devastating high tides, flooding from torrential rain and even tornadoes. Residents can also take actions to remain safe by practicing the following tips: • Stay tuned to radio and TV stations for official weather information. • Follow instructions and advice given by emergency officials.

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Stay indoors during the hurricane and away from windows and glass doors. • Close all interior doors; secure and brace external doors. • Take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level. • Avoid using the phone except in the case of emergencies. • Avoid elevators. • If you live in a mobile home, plan to leave. Mobile homes are unsafe in high winds. • Do not attempt to evacuate during the height of a hurricane. You are safer in your home than out on the road. • Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purposes such as for cleaning and flushing toilets. Fill a bathtub or other large container with water. This is important for those whose water runs off of an electrical system. This time of year is a good time to sign up for Calvert ALERT, a notification system that can send messages by text, email, fax, land line an pager. Residents are urged to visit the county website and click the Emergency Alerts link to register for the notification service. From Calvert County Government.

NRG volunteer, Mickey Gryszkiewicz,

NRG’s volunteers, Chet Bowling & Craig Bowling,

Front row, left to right: Delores Nairn, Dennis Burch, Kenny Golway, Frank Adriani, Donna Robertson, Jared Ehmke, Charlz Cortes, Steve Miller, CJ Alecknavage. Middle row, left to right: Michelle Desperes, Pat Middleton, Deborah Jones, Arthur Jones, Rachel Pritchett, Bill Bates, Mickey Gryszkiewicz, John McNamara, Cindy Irvin, Maria Crowningshield. Back row, left to right: Chet Bowling, Randy Weightman, Mark Wall, Chuck Slingland, John Shannon, Craig Bowling, Joe DiMarco. Not pictured: Greg Staggers, Plant Manager.

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Celebratory 70th Church Anniversary Ticket Sale Bay District Volunteer Firehouse, 46300 S. Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653 9:00AM-5:00PM Tickets are on sale from June 1st to June 11th. Join us as we celebrate 70 years of “The Open Door”. We will host a celebratory banquet on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at the Bay District Volunteer Firehouse, 46300 S. Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park, MD. Tickets can be purchased by contacting First Missionary Baptist Church at 301-863-8388—Adults $30.00 and children 13 and under $15.00.(tickets will not be available at the door.) The celebration will continue on Sunday, June 25, 2017 during our 10:00am Divine Worship Service.

Friday, June 9

Free Acoustic Music 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 7:00 PM-11:00 PM ACOUSTIC MUSIC—For your listening pleasure, join us in the Lower Level Lounge to hear music from Ross Crampton from 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. with the compliments of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome. For more information, call 410-257-9878. www.ALPost206.org

Saturday, June 10

All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Treasures Sale Routes 2 & 4, Sunderland, MD 8:00 AM-12 Noon Find great buys, gently used items, tools and perhaps an antique at All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Treasures Sale Saturday, June 10, from 8 a.m. till noon inside Parish Hall. Come to intersection of Rts 2 & 4, Sunderland, MD. Free admission; free parking. For info, call 443-964-4344. Paddle for First Responders Leonardtown Wharf and McIntosh Run 8:00 AM-9:30 AM Our first annual PADDLE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS event will raise funds for scholarship programs to benefit not only our St. Mary’s County First Responders, but also their families. The funds will allow spouses and children as well as the first responders themselves to attend the College of Southern Maryland at reduced, or even no cost, depending on how much we can raise. Event registration is available online or at the event between 8:00—9:30 AM. The races will start at 10:00 AM. Visit www. paddleforfirstresponders.org/ to register or for more details or email info@paddleforfirstresponders.org. Rotary is also seeking sponsors for the event. See the website for more details. Rain Date for the event is Saturday, June 17, 2017.

Car Wash World Gym building Prince Frederick 12 Noon-4:00 PM Huntingtown High School Marching Hurricanes will hold a by-donation car wash at the World Gym building in Prince Frederick on Saturday, June 10, between noon and 4 p.m. Band members are raising money for new uniforms. Southern Maryland Acoustic Music Gathering. Anne Marie Gardens 1:00 PM-9:00 PM Join us for a day of song circles and acoustic jamming, followed by an evening concert, dinner, and contra dancing. Bring your preferred instruments and/or your favorite songs to the afternoon song circles—or just come to listen! In the evening, dinner will be available along with music from four bands, including David Norris & Shadowbox, Kevin Herren Group, Hangman’s Faire, and Jordana Nye & Friends. The evening contra dance will feature a live band and caller (beginners welcome!). Entry fee required. See website www.annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/content/southern-maryland-acousticmusic-assembly for details. 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD. 410-326-5289. SOMD Music Fest 2017 Bowles Farm, 22880 Budds Creek Rd, Clements, MD 20624 4:00 PM-11:00 PM Come out for a great day of country music with nationally recognized recording artists Colt Ford and Joe Diffie along with special guests, Southern Maryland’s very own Drivin’ Muzzy! Tickets are on sale now for $35.00. Hurry, tickets are limited and we are expecting a sellout with this line up! Brought to you by Budweiser and the 7th District Optimist Club www.somdmusicfest.com/ Country Dance 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 7:00 PM-Midnight For a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons commence at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. The Modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call 410-257-9878. Reservations: Lbloyer@verizon.net www. ALpost206.org

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The Church is located next to the North Beach Town Hall at 8912 Chesapeake Avenue. Questions may be directed to Pastor David Keyser at PottersPlace1@aol.com .facebook.com/NBUnionChurch. Calvert Hospice Butterfly Release & Memorial Service Kings Landing Camp, Wisner Hall, 3255 Kings Landing Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639 2:00 PM-3:30 PM This event is designed for those who want to celebrate the life of a loved one. The Memorial Service incorporates music and reflection, and the event concludes with a butterfly release. Attendance is free. However, individuals and families have the option to purchase a butterfly ahead of time in honor of a loved one. Butterflies must be pre-ordered. For more information, or to order, contact Peggy Braham at (410) 535-0892 or pbraham@ calverthospice.org. Order forms can be downloaded from: calverthospice.org/ butterfly-release-memorial

Monday, June 12 JobSource Mobile Career Center. Calvert Library Fairview Branch 1:00 PM-4:00 PM 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 Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 410-257-2101. calvertlibrary.info.

Tuesday, June 13

VA Benefits College of Southern Maryland, 115 J W Williams Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 12 Noon-1:30 PM If you or your spouse is a United States Veteran, You may be eligible for benefits through the Veteran’s Administration. These benefits may include financial payments, long term care placement, home care benefits, funeral benefits and/or medical equipment. Learn about available benefits, eligibility requirements, how to apply and what documentation is needed from a VBA Benefits Representative from the Veteran’s Administration and experienced social workers. You may register online at calverthospice.org/ education-seminars

Sunday, June 11

Free Concert: Patty Reese Band Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD 7:30 PM-9:30 PM Winner of several WAMMIES, Patty Reese pleases with her soulful voice. FREE

Southern Gospel Concert 8912 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach 11:00 AM-12 Noon DANNY FIGGINS IN CONCERT The Union Church is pleased to host Gospel Singer Danny Figgins, known as the Singing Policeman, in Concert at 11:00 Sunday June 11, 2017. Be blessed by his music laugh at some of his comedy and be amazed by his impression of Willie Nelson. You are guaranteed to leave his show uplifted. All are invited to attend.

Meal, Praise, Prayer 8912 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach 5:30 PM-7:00 PM MEAL, PRAISE, & PRAYER! Union Church, Rear Hall, at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday June 14, 2017, for a special supper followed by praise, prayer, and fellowship. The Church is located next to the North Beach Town Hall at 8912 Chesapeake Avenue. This free event is offered with the

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compliments of the Congregation. All are cordially invited. Questions may be directed to John Riedesel at (301)855-8256. www.facebook.com/NBUnionChurch Flag Day Ceremony 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 will conduct its Annual Flag Day Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. at the Post, outdoors upper level Parking Lot All members and the general public are invited to attend. For information call (410) 257-9878. www. ALPost206.org. 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, June 15

Calvert Toastmasters—End of the Year party Green Turtle meeting room, 98 Solomons Island Rd S, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 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 Calvert NARFE Chapter 1466 Meeting Cove Point Park, Lusby 12 Noon The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter, will meet on Thursday June 15th at 12:00 noon at the Cove Point Park, Lusby. (Parking and pavilion at end of road) Meet and greet fellow federal employees and neighbors and enjoy a summertime meal under the pavilion. Members, nonmembers, current federal employees and guests are welcome. Please RSVP 410-326-9024. Fried chicken provided. Bring a salad, side dish, veggie or dessert to share. For NARFE membership Information and Application, Call 410-586-1441

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Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support. 7:00-8:30pm. Get tips and support from other caregivers. Facilitated by Jeannette Findley. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Friday, June 9

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, June 10

Poets’ Circle. 9:00-11:00am. Beginner or big-time, confident or compulsive, stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work on or just yourself. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Garden Smarter- Oysters, Clams and Marine Plants. 10:00-11:30am. Oysters, Clams and Marine Plants – Oh My! Aquaculture in Coastal Ecosystem Management. Protect our Bay! Aquaculture can be used to place oysters, clams or marine plants in estuaries to filter water and capture nutrients while producing valuable seafood. Calvert Library Southern Branch. #calvertREADS Festival. 11:00-3:00pm. Kick-off Calvert Library’s new summer reading program #calvertREADS by being a part of this fun-filled community festival! All ages can register for #calvertREADS and get started on our reading challenge of 30,000 books while checking out local vendors, activities, storytimes and more. Activities for everyone! Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Southern Maryland Acoustic Music Gathering. 1:00-9:00pm. Join us for a day of song circles and acoustic jamming, followed by an evening concert, dinner, and contra dancing. Bring your preferred instruments and/or your favorite songs to the afternoon song circles – or just come to listen! In the evening, dinner will be available along with music from four bands, including David Norris & Shadowbox, Kevin Herren Group, Hangman’s Faire, and Jordana Nye & Friends. The evening contra dance will feature a live band and caller (beginners welcome!). Entry fee required. See website http://www.annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/content/southern-maryland-acousticmusic-assembly for details. 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD. 410-326-5289. Learn Mahjongg. 1:00-3:00pm. Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Monday, June 12

Books & Toys. 10:00-11:00am. Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots! Book club for moms, playtime for kids! No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch. JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:00-4:00pm. 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 Fairview Branch.

Tuesday, June 13

Board of Trustees meeting. 2:00-4:00pm. Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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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, June 14

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. JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:00-4:00pm. 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 Prince Frederick. Memoirs & Creative Writing Workshop. 2:00-3:30pm. Join author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie as she encourages the art of creative memoir writing. Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your memoir, 500-800 words, to work on and share with the group. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. MD Workforce Exchange Job Search Workshop. 2:00-4:00pm. Participants will learn how to navigate the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE) system to conduct an effective job search. We will cover job search utilizing additional career sites to enhance your employability. We will also provide tips on how to complete an online application. We will review position descriptions and utilize ONET online resource center to enhance your resume and application content. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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Events

FOL Monthly meeting. 5:30-7:00pm. Friends of Library Monthly meeting. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Interview Skills Workshop. 6:30-8:30pm. Participants will learn professional techniques and the importance of interviewing. This workshop will teach you best practices to enhance your interviewing skills by providing insight on dress attire, appropriate attitude, and professional etiquette. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Thursday, June 15

Asbury Book Discussion - Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton. 10:30-12:00pm. A lively book discussion every other month on the 3rd Thursday. Next book to discuss is decided by the group. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch. T.A.C.O.S. Meeting. 5:00-6:00pm. T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students!) meeting! For teens ages 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. LIFE SIZE PAC-MAN. 6:30-8:30pm. Life. Size. Pac. Man. Experience the rush of becoming one of the most iconic video game characters of all time by playing the life size Pac-Man game. Bring your friends. Compete against your friends. Beat your friends. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Calendars

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Thursday, June 8, 2017

n O g Goin YoungatHeart In Entertainment

By Ofﬁce of Aging Staff

Thursday, June 8 Lizzie Deere Morris Point, Abell 6:00pm www.morris-point.com Phillip Parsons Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00-11:00 PM anglers-seafood.com Trivia & Karaoke Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:30 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com

Friday, June 9 Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 9:00 PM-1:00 AM anglers-seafood.com

Saturday, June 10 Folk Salad Trio Port of Leonardtown Winery 5:00 - 8:00 Pop a cork and join us for a relaxing musical evening on the allweather patio. Tasting room opens at noon. www.polwinery.com

Andrew Burleson Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 8:00 PM-Midnight anglers-seafood.com

Tuesday, June 13 Ben Connelly Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 6:00-9:00 PM anglers-seafood.com

Wednesday, June 14 Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00-9:00 PM anglers-seafood.com

Thursday, June 15 Philip Parsons Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00-11:00 PM anglers-seafood.com

Red, White and Blue Picnic Reminder

The Red, White and Blue Picnic will be held Wednesday, June 14. As a reminder, the North Beach and Southern Pines Centers will be closed. Calvert Pines will be open for information and assistance only. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.

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

Learn about Elder Abuse and what steps to take to report incidents of suspected abuse. Presentations will be held: 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).

Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)

An attorney will be available for certain cases on Thursday, June 15, 1 p.m. Call the Center for more information and to make an appointment. The Craft Group with Rosemary will meet on Monday, June 19, and Wednesday, June 21, at 9 a.m. Have your ﬁtness questions answered by our Physical Trainer on Friday, June 23, 9:30 a.m.

North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)

A Men’s Coffee Time and Video titled, “Guns, The Evolution of Firearms,” will be shown on Thursday, June 22, 9 a.m. An AARP Driver Safety Class will be held Thursday, June 22, 9:30 a.m. Sign up for this class to refresh your driving skills and knowledge. Fee: $15/members, $20 non-members. Call the center to register. Join us for HeART & Soul Coloring on Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)

Women can learn techniques to defend themselves in the complimentary Self-Defense for Women on Monday, June 19, 10 a.m. The Book Club will discuss Andy Andrew’s work, The Little Things, on June 21, 1 p.m. The Spiritual Study Group meets every Thursday at 11 a.m. The next meeting is on June 22 at 11 a.m.

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

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

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Eating Together Menu Monday, June 12

Turkey with Gravy, Stufﬁng, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Fresh Fruit

Tuesday, June 13

Chicken Salad Sandwich, Three Bean Salad, Cubed Cantaloupe, Grape Juice

Thursday, June 15

Lemon Pepper Fish, Rice Pilaf, Seasoned Spinach, Fruited Jell-O

Friday, June 16

California Chicken, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Peaches

Wednesday, June 14

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

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Cheeseburger, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Watermelon, Cake 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, June 8, 2017

CLUES ACROSS

1. Neither 4. Edema (archaic) 10. Geological time 11. Confidence 12. Cerium 14. Virtual audio cable 15. World’s longest river 16. A way to inform 18. Agents of one’s downfall 22. Secretly follow 23. Put into a position 24. Of the desert 26. And (Latin) 27. Spanish city 28. Over there (archaic) 30. Regard 31. Midway between south and southeast 34. Entrap 36. Married woman

37. A place to explore 39. Assist, usually in some wrongdoing 40. Arab ruler 41. Centiliter 42. To which 48. “The Friendly Island” 50. Inspire with love 51. Being cheeky to 52. Up 53. Middle Eastern country 54. Compass point that is one point north of due east 55. Thus 56. Covered 58. Brew 59. Enter hostilely 60. Type of bulb

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32. Polynesian island group 33. Immoralities 35. Extremely delicate 38. Gradual destruction 41. North American country 43. Provide the means to do 44. Fell down on 45. Emergency medical services 46. __ the line 47. Church booklet 49. Russian ballet 56. Hello 57. Delaware

1. American state 2. Speaker 3. Courses for cars 4. Deutschmark 5. Beloved “Dubliner” 6. Countries of Asia 7. Hands have them 8. Came down as ice pellets 9. Thou 12. Utter obscenities 13. Hebrew unit of measurement 17. Morse code term 19. Home to the witch trials 20. One who is older 21. Closes violently 25. Unaffiliated 29. Tag the runner 31. Trickeries

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Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to carnivals

V E T G A L I R N Last Week’s Puzzle Solutions What’s the Difference?

There are four things different between Picture A and Picture B. Can you find them all?

Answers: Body Fact- Triceps Find the Difference: 1. Duck has no face 2. Girl’s hair is longer 3. Missing prizes 4. Extra bracelet on woman

Word Scramble: Saturation

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