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HARRIET ELIZABETH BROWN WAS A ‘TEACHER, FIRST, LAST AND ALWAYS.’
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Thomas Johnson Bridge Takes Backseat in State Plans By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Harriett Elizabeth Brown Commemorative Task Force members (l to r) Malcolm Funn, Chair Margaret Dunkle, Joyce Freeland and Guffrie Smith stand in front of the just unveiled copy of her portrait at the community center named after her.
Brown Portrait Gets Two More Homes By Dick Myers Staff Writer
The portrait of Calvert County civil rights leader Harriett Elizabeth Brown now hangs in three prominent locations. The original by artist Ann Munro Wood was unveiled May 23 at the Calvert County Courthouse and now hangs there in the lobby. Two reproductions were formally unveiled July 13 and now are on display at the Calvert County Board of Education and the community center named after her, both on Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick. At a ceremony at the July 13 school board meeting, Brown was described by Commemorative Task Force Chair Margaret Dunkle as a “teacher, first, last and always.” As a teacher in 1937 she and her sister Regina were concerned that they and other African Americans were being pad half of what white teachers were making. Harriet took the lead ad filed suit against the Calvert County Board of Education. She was represented by a young lawyer named Thurgood Marshal who would later represent the NAACP in the much more famous Brown vs. Board of Education. The school board and the county commissioners agreed to pay parity and settled the suit. Maryland quickly followed with a law requiring equal pay. When thinking about Harriett Elizabeth Brown, “I think about Freedom Fighting,” said former Calvert County Branch of the NAACP president Joyce Feeland at the unveiling at the community center. Those thoughts, she said, conjure up thoughts of “equality, freedom and justice.”
Division Chief of Recreation and Parks Doug Meadows said his love of history caused him to become immersed in Brown’s story. “It’s just not a portrait on the wall, but an opportunity for us to interpret history,” he said of the painting and its accompanying historical plaque. Task Force member Malcolm Funn said he had met both Rosa Parks and Brown and they were alike in many ways. He said they both were “quiet and unassuming” but accomplished much for the civil rights movement. He said more people needed to “step to the plate” like Brown. Task force member, retired teacher and former member of the Maryland State Board of Education Guffrie Smith said, “I reaped some of the benefits of Harriett Brown.” He said Brown and her sister saw a need and took on the challenge. Calvert County Director of General Services Wilson Freeland, who also described himself as a ”student of history,” said that the work done on the history of Harriett Elizabeth Brown allowed the county to identify the site of African American school in the famous Rosewall style that was near Mt. Hope School, where Brown taught and was principal. Dunkle said of Brown, “She was a real person with character and personality.” The portrait of Brown will remain in the temporary community center (the former SMECO building) and will be moved to the planned new center named after her when it is built by the county, most likely at Armory Square. dickmyers@countytimes.net
State officials told local political and business leaders Tuesday that the Hogan Administration has committed about $14 billion for infrastructure construction projects around the state, but with $75 billion in needs it became plain that not all projects, even those that are critical to St. Mary’s and Calvert counties, can be funded. Much of the discussion at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center in California flowed around two bridge replacement projects: the Harry W. Nice bridge that connects Charles County to Virginia and the Thomas Johnson Bridge that spans the Patuxent River. The Nice bridge has the priority, while the Johnson bridge project will continue to languish for perhaps another decade. When asked when construction of the new bridge would take place, Jim Ports, Deputy Chief of Operations for Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) said only that there was $15 million in design funding for the bridge. “We’re not there yet,” Ports said. “Those decisions have not been made.” Both Ports and Will Pines, director of Project Development for Maryland Transportation Authority, touted engineering changes that reduced the estimated initial cost of the Nice bridge replacement from $1.1 billion to $769 million.
The Nice bridge project would expand the span to four lanes, two moving south and two moving north, and is projected to reduce the seasonal traffic jams that peak in the summer time, state officials said. But Del. Jerry Clark (R-Dist.29C) asked what local leaders could do to reprioritize improvements for the Johnson bridge project. “You talk about seasonal traffic backups on the Harry Nice bridge but we experience everyday backups on the Thomas Johnson Bridge,” Clark said. “We need to come up with some way to jumpstart that.” Former Charles County commissioner Gary Hodge asked about efforts to find partnerships to help fund the Nice bridge project, to help return money to Maryland for other projects. “What’s being done to leverage from the federal government and Virginia?” Hodge asked. State officials said they were “making headway” in getting funding from Virginia as a partner but reiterated that Maryland owns the entire bridge and the water up to the Virginia border. Some leaders in the room where skeptical about Maryland getting significant funding, from either Virginia or the federal government, to help defray costs for building the new Nice bridge. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Prince Frederick Man Dies in Two-Vehicle Accident Calvert Control Center on July 11 at 8:06 p.m. broadcast a personal injury motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Dares Beach Road and Dares Wharf Road in Prince Frederick. Tpr Stull was the first trooper to arrive at the scene. Preliminary investigation revealed that Daniel Fred O’Connell, 68, of Prince Frederick was driving a 1971 Chevrolet El Camino heading westbound on Dares Beach Rd. O’Connell’s adult son was a passenger in the vehicle. As the El Camino was approaching Dares Wharf Rd, a 2008 Lincoln Navigator driven by Donald Raymond King Jr, 35, made a left turn attempting to proceed onto Dares Wharf Rd. In the vehicle with King was his eightyear-old daughter. Both drivers attempted to avoid the collision but were unable to do so. O’Connell and his passenger were
transported by ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital. King and his passenger were uninjured and were not transported by EMS. On the way to CMH, O’Connell’s condition rapidly deteriorated and the ambulance personnel contacted Syscom for a medevac flight. The ambulance met Trooper #2 at the corner of Dares Beach Rd and Route 4. O’Connell was transported to PG Shock Trauma where he later died from injuries. The case is still under investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact Tpr. K. Stull at the Maryland State Police Prince Frederick Barrack (410) 5351400. Case # 17-MSP-029173. From MSP Prince Frederick Barrack.
School Board Reviews Draft Strategic Plan By Dick Myers Staff Writer
The Calvert County Board of Education received an update on the school system’s Long-Term Strategic Plan being developed by consultants, Strategic Management Group. The update from Rachel Trubow and Kristen Keen of the firm came at the board’s July 13 meeting and prompted comments from several board members. The plan developed with the assistance of a steering committee was presented at four public hearings over two days last month. Out of that process, the latest plan draft evolved. The steering committee was expected to review the draft later that day. The draft includes five strengths and seven areas needing improvements. • The strengths identified were: • Abundance of Academic & Extracurricular Opportunities • Dedicated & Passionate Staff • High-Quality Education for Many Students • Strong Community Connection • Strong Foundation for Technology Integration • Areas needing improvement were identified as: • Inequity of Resources & Student Achievement • Professional Development • Recruitment & Retention of Talent • Supports for High Achieving Students • Social-Emotional Supports • Preparation for College & Career • Community Engagement & Partnerships The steering committee developed five priority areas for the plan: equity, student outcomes, school climate and culture, workforce, and community engagement. Each of those was further described with priorities and measures for monitoring progress. The school board members latched onto several of those for comment. Long-tine board member Bill Phalen (both appointed and elected) wanted to know how one of the measures under equity, identified as “percentage of staff perceiving high ex-
pectations and positive attitudes towards all students regardless of their background” was going to be measured. Keen said it wold be measured by staff and student surveys. But, Phalen wanted to know if the measures would bore down to the teacher level our more broadly. She said I would be school by school. Phalen asked, “If you have schools with ten percent (not doing the job) how do you know who?” School Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry said it would be up to each principal to identify teachers with bad attitudes and up to administrators to identify principals not doing a good job of identifying those teachers. “It will be the principal of of the schools who will be empowered to work one person at a time,” Curry said. “It is that one, two, five or 10 percent that are the roadblocks, that cause problems,” Phalen said of the teacher bad apples. Phalen also wanted to know how equity was defined for the plan. Keen said it would be the role of the school system’s administration, especially the diversity director, to further define how the school system views diversity Member Tracy McGuire wondered why empowering staff wasn’t included under the workforce priority. She wanted to know what the impediments were to teachers being empowered to do their jobs. She said the workforce area seemed “less bold” than it should be. McGuire, not really getting an answer to her concerns, said, “That’s okay, you are still working on it.” Curry answered that the solutions will be school-based. “In each school, they are going to have to make a plan for progress.” Solutions will be built on those plans,” he said. The consultants will be finishing up their work on the strategic plan over the next several months and bring back the final draft to the bard. Part of the final document will be templates that the school system can use to ensure progress in the key identified areas. dickmyers@counttimes.net
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Bid Awarded for New What’s Coming to Calvert Rescue Squad Building Loans Approved for Two Fire Departments By Dick Myers Staff Writer The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has approved a bid of $6.7 million for the demolition of the existing Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad and building of a new facility at the same location on Solomons Island Road. The bid was awarded to W.M. Davis, Inc. of Leonardtown. Davis was not the low bidder. Rainbow Construction of Waldorf submitted a low bid of $6,159,000, but the bid was unanimously rejected by the board. Commissioner Vice President Evan Slaughenhoupt, Jr. noted that the Waldorf company had been a low bidder of another county reject but added costs on to the project after the bid was awarded. There was concern that with the price of the bid the same thing would happen again. The new rescue squad facility will be two stories with five bays. It will be 22,383 square feet in size. Monies for the new facility were included in the current fiscal year’s capital budget. At the same July 18 meeting, the commissioners also approved the purchase of
new fire apparatus for the North Beach and Huntingtown volunteer fire departments. By so doing, the BOCC forgave the remaining debt on the apparatus that will be replaced. Monies from the sale of those old vehicles will be put towards the purchase price of each. The amount of the county’s 20-year loan is $603,000 for each unit. Both units replaced are Peirce Lance Engines and have been in service for more than 20 years. When the loans for those units were given, the life cycle was estimated at 25 years, which included a refurbishment at 15 years. But Coordinator of the Fire-Rescue-EMS Division James Richardson said the Calvert Fire and Rescue Commission reduced that to 20 years and removed the costly refurbishment which really didn’t extend the vehicle’s life. North Beach was forgiven the $38,516 remaining on its previous loan and Huntingtown the $36,578 remainder of its loan. dickmyers@countytimes.net
GOP Central Committee Has Vacancies, New Member Calvert County Republican Central Committee (CCRCC) has three vacancies for Associate Members. To apply please mail or e-mail a onepage resume of your Republican activities and professional background with a cover letter applying for an Associate Member position to: Calvert County Republican Central Committee Attention: Ella Ennis, Chairman 424 Solomons Island Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 calvertgop.hq@calvertgop.org Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Applicant must be: • A United States citizen and bona fide resident of Calvert County, MD; • Registered Republican voter in Calvert County, MD; • Maintain Republican voter registration throughout their term of office which ends in November 2018. • Duties include: • Attend regularly scheduled monthly meetings of the CCRCC, • Participate in CCRCC activities, and • Participate in two community-wide events on behalf of the CCRCC yearly.
In-person interviews will take place on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 7 p.m. during the regular meeting of the Calvert County Republican Central Committee at 424 Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. For questions or additional info. call 410-535-9100 or e-mail Calvertgop.hq@ calvertgop.org. Meanwhile, on July 5th Eric Hiltpld was elected as a full member of the Calvert County Republican Central Committee filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Gregory Ostrander. Eric has served as an Associate Member of the CCRCC for the last year. In November, he was elected by acclamation to be the Secretary of the Central Committee. He participated in our May 2017 door-to-door voter outreach and participated in the Fall 2016 and Spring 2017 MDGOP State Conventions as a proxy. Eric helped staff the Early Voting Booth and the Mill Creek Middle School Poll on General Election Day 2016. He volunteered to help set-up/ take-down polling place tents among other activities. Hiltpold is a retired Marine Corps Officer who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005 and 2009-2010. He currently works as a Systems Engineer in the private sector and resides in Prince Frederick. From CCRCC.
The following list of pending site plans was presented to the Calvert County Planning Commission at their July 19 meeting. The list indicates projects that the commission will be reviewing in the nearfuture: a) SPR-16-537335, Scaggs Industrial Flex Space Located at 7630 Meadow Run Lane, Meadow Run Industrial Park in Owings, on a 14.61 parcel, zoned J- 1. Proposed two multi-tenant light industrial buildings totalling 25,600 square feet. The submittal was accepted February 24, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff& Associates b) SPR-16-539 108, Chick-Fil-A Restaurant Located at 8 06/8 10 North Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick on two parcels totaling 1.76 acres, zoned TC/Entry. Proposed 4,995 square foot new eating establishment with drive-up facility. The submittal was accepted August 24, 2016. Agent: Collinson, Oliff& Associates c) SPR-16-540877, The Shoppes & Residences of Bowen’s Inn Located at 14630 S. Solomons Island Road in Solomons on two parcels totaling .78 acres, zoned TC/Cl/IDA. Two new buildings being proposed for a total of 15,168 square feet. Building #1 will provide commercial space for lease; Building #2 is being proposed to provide five (5) leased residences. The submittal was accepted July 27, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson, Oliff& Associates
d) SPR-20 17-244, Beechtree Apartments Located on the west side of North Prince Frederick Boulevard in Prince Frederick on a parcel consisting of 25.458 acres, zoned PFTC, Village District. Proposed are five new buildings containing 249 apartments, maintenance building, required parking, utilities and recreation areas. The project is on public water & sewer. The submittal was accepted May 24, 2017. Agent: R.A. Barrett e) SPR-201 7-245, Huntingtown Fastop, Located at 3921 Old Town Road in Huntingtown on a 1.01 parcel, zoned HTC, Mixed Use District. Proposed to re-purpose the existing automobile sales building into a joint use, convenience/liquor store, with gas pumps, required parking and utilities. The project is on private water & sewer. The submittal was accepted May 24, 2017. Agent: R.A. Barrett f) SPR-2017-239, Life Church Located at the intersection of Cox Road and N. Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown on a parcel consisting of 7.24 acres, zoned RD. Proposed 14,868 square foot new church construction with seating capacity of 400. The proposed campus will be constructed in two phases. The submittal was accepted June 28, 2017. Agent: Collinson, Oliff& Associates Note: Projects are listed by acceptance date from past to most recent. List provided by the Calvert County Office of Planning and Zoning.
County Receives AAA Credit Ratings
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces the county has received AAA credit ratings from three independent credit rating agencies for the second consecutive year. Fitch Ratings, Moody’s Investors Services and Standard & Poor’s Rating Services assigned Calvert County their highest ratings due to the county’s consistently sound financial operations, strong reserves, conservative fiscal policies and growing economy. The three ratings are assigned to Calvert County’s 2017 consolidated public improvement bonds totaling $26.5 million and are reaffirmed for the county’s outstanding debt. Fitch reaffirmed its AAA rating and noted “the county’s low long-term liability burden, healthy reserve levels and strong budgetary flexibility, highlighted by solid revenue raising capacity, strong budget management, and affordable carrying costs.” Fitch also referenced the county’s service-based budgeting approach developed “to further manage and identify remaining expenditure flexibility.” Moody’s announced its Aaa rating “reflects the county’s sound fiscal position, which is strengthened by formal policies and conservative management, a moderately-sized tax base with strong demographics, and manageable debt and pension liabilities.” The agency stated “the county’s tax base will experience moderate growth because of the Dominion Cove Point plant expansion and additional residential and commercial development” and noted commercial projects totaling $14.8
million in new investment are underway. Standard & Poor’s Ratings cited the county’s “very strong” economy; robust management and financial policies; a strong, flexible budgetary position; and a positive outlook due in part to forecasted revenue from the Dominion Cove Point plant expansion. Standard & Poor’s also cited the county’s stable outlook, noting “the ongoing economic development in Calvert County will likely continue to expand employment and the property tax base, as well as the breadth of available job opportunities.” “This second consecutive year of top credit ratings is great news for Calvert County,” said BOCC President Tom Hejl. “It affirms our commitment to conservative financial management and highlights the county’s strong economic position. The ratings also help Calvert County save a significant amount of money on the repayment of its bonds.” “It takes the work of many to achieve this prestigious rating,” added County Administrator Terry Shannon. “Our fiscal health and economic prosperity come through the dedication of our employees and the support of our citizens. We are very proud of the distinction.” For more information on Calvert County’s financial policies, please contact Tim Hayden, director of Finance and Budget, at 410-535-1600, ext. 2435, via email at haydent@co.cal.md.us or visit online at www.co.cal.md.us. From Calvert County Government.
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Sheriff Defends Agency Over Traffic Stop By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
A construction worker who accused deputies of the Calvert sheriff’s office with unjustly pulling him over for a traffic stop has taken to the Internet to air his grievances about aggressive police tactics while Sheriff Mike Evans has defended his deputies’ actions. Adrian A. Hall claims he was pulled over by Calvert deputies July 10 while commuting to Cove Point natural gas plant expansion project in Lusby, allegedly for speeding. Hall claims the more he asked question of officers as to why he was pulled over the more aggressive they became. The alleged aggression started when he was ordered to step out of his car, he said. “I stepped out of my car and walked towards the other officer,” he stated. “I was told to stand in front of the police car. I was still on the phone with my wife as she heard what was going on. “We both spoke about how this situation was ridiculous and how they couldn’t actively search my vehicle.” Police soon brought a drug detection dog over to his vehicle and when officers tried to take his cell phone away, Hall claims they began to beat him as they took him to the ground. “I felt blunt objects striking me on my left leg and on my head,” Hall wrote. Hall alleged the officers who detained him, ostensibly for resisting arrest were tell-
ing “inside jokes that were obviously racist as I was escorted back to the police vehicles.” When he was taken into custody at the detention center, Hall claims he was intimidated verbally and subjected to unwanted strip searches. All the while Hall protested his innocence. Evans was quick to respond to the incident once it hit social media. “An investigation into the events that occurred during the stop was immediately initiated and is on-going,” Evans said in a statement. “Once all of the facts are gathered a more detailed response will follow. “The sheriff’s office has every intention of keeping this investigation as transparent as possible.” Evans claims that Hall was traveling at 76 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone and that the K-9 alert to the smell of narcotics in the vehicle gave deputies probable cause to search the vehicle. Evans stated further that Hall was talking to his wife on the phone even while she had a protective order out against him; deputies said Hall resisted arrest by remaining on his phone and interfering with the search of the vehicle. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Assistance On Monday June 5, 2017 at 2152 hours, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 616 Field Road Lusby, Maryland (White Sands Subdivision) for a reported drive-by shooting. Investigation confirmed that unknown subjects had fired several rounds into the home. At the time of the shooting, there was an adult male and four (4) children in the home. Detective Hawkins of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is the assigned investi-
gator in reference to this incident. If anyone has any information in reference to this incident please contact Detective Hawkins at (410) 535-2800 ext.2456 or by email at Ricardo.Hawkins@calvertcountymd.gov Refer to case number 1729316. You can remain anonymous. A reward is available if your information leads to an arrest and conviction in this case.
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Maryland State Police Report Possession of Marijuana: On 7/10/17 at 11:40 pm, Trooper First Class Kaitz stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 near Robshire Manor Rd. in Huntingtown. A passenger in the vehicle, Cortez W. Booze, 19 of Lusby was found in possession of over 10 grams of marijuana. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. The driver was found in possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana and was issued a civil citation and released.
Warrant Service / False Statement to Police Officer: On 7/11/17 at 2:29 am, Trooper First Class Davis stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at the Thomas Johnson Bridge in Solomons. A passenger in the vehicle, Alain J. Redmond, 24 of Hillcrest Heights, originally gave Davis a false identification and later after his true identity was established was found to have an open warrant through Prince George’s County. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. The driver was issued a civil citation for possession of marijuana and was released. Possession of Methadone: On 7/12/17 at 7:12 pm, Trooper First Class Rucker stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 at the Navy Rec. Center in Solomons for traffic violations. Michael L. Semiklose, 31 of Mechanicsville was found to be in possession of Methadone. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Warrant Service / Possession of CDS Paraphernalia: On 7/13/17 at 9:27 am, Trooper First Class Warrick stopped a vehicle for traffic
violations on Dalrymple Rd. in Sunderland. Victoria G. Wilson, 28 of Armory Rd. was found to be in possession of CDS Paraphernalia. Investigation revealed Wilson had multiple open warrants. She was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Heroin: On 7/13/17 at 10:14 pm, Trooper First Class Matthews responded to the 3700 block of 8th St. in North Beach for a reported CDS complaint. The homeowner reported finding Heroin in a basement bedroom when checking on the property. Several items were noted to have been removed from the home. Investigation revealed a TV that was removed from the residence had been taken to a local pawn shop. Jason T. Morgal, 22 of Bowie was located and arrested for possession of heroin and theft. Morgal was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Concealed Deadly Weapon: On 7/16/17 at 12:47 am, Trooper First Class Costello located an intoxicated person walking on Rt. 4 near Wood Acres Court in Prince Frederick. Johnny W. Caputo, 55 of La Plata advised his vehicle had broken down and he was attempting to get to Prince Frederick. While transporting Caputo to Prince Frederick, Costello observed a possible weapon in Caputo’s pocket. After a pat down, a expandable metal baton was located. Caputo was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. From Maryland State Police Barrack U , Prince Frederick
From Calvert County Sheriff’s Office
Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crime Report The following is a sample of recent crimes and investigations handled by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.
Desmond Curtis Freeland, 27, of Chesapeake Beach for Possession of Barbiturates
Charles Bell Horton, 51, of Niagara Falls for Possession of Marijuana over 10 grams
Robbery: On 7/9/17 at approximately 0534 hours, Deputies were dispatched to the 7 Eleven located at 2849 W Chesapeake Beach Rd in Dunkirk for a robbery. Money was stolen from cash register. Case #17-36107 CDS Arrests: Melissa K Tuzzo, 30, of Lusby for possession of oxycotin and paraphernalia.
Freeland
Kayla M Preddy, 21, of King George, VA for Possession of cocaine and Paraphernalia
Horton
Rodney L Washington, 46, of Temple Hills for Possession of cocaine Timothy B Haut Jr, 31, of North Beach for Possession of heroin
Tuzzo
Douglas Sutherland, 52, of Lusby for possession of paraphernalia
Preddy Haut
Burglaries: On 7/8/17 at 2216 hours, a burglary occurred in the 800 area of Bison Court, Lusby. Two individuals were seen running from the shed. Items stolen were a Black and Decker leaf blower and a bag of misc. tools. Thefts: On 7/7/17 approximately 07:06 hours, deputies responded to the Wawa located at 305 Market Square Dr, Prince Frederick for a theft of a stolen vehicle. Vehicle was recovered in Lusby. Douglas E Sutherland, 52, of Lusby charged with Theft: $10,000 to under $100,000.00. Destruction of Property: Between 7/1-7/6/2017, a vehicle in the 1900 area of Richard Lane in Lusby was scratched with a sharp object. On 7/6/17, a home in the 8800 block of Buckingham Court in North Beach had its solar lights damaged.
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Revolution Take Opener in Extras
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (5-5) dropped the series opener July 17 against the York Revolution (6-5) 6-5, as the Revolution rallied in the ninth to forced extras, eventually winning in 11 innings. The starting pitchers battled through three, trading scoreless innings. The Revolution opened the scoring in the fourth, getting to Daryl Thompson for three runs in the inning. Back-to-back singles started the inning, before Thompson recorded two outs. Luis Cruz followed with a three-run homerun, putting the Revolution ahead early. The Blue Crabs responded immediately, putting up a trio of runs in the bottom half of the inning. Michael Snyder started it with a one-out single, with an error and a walk following to load the bases. Luis Alen came through with an RBI single, scoring Snyder and Cory Vaughn to cut the lead to one. Patrick Palmeiro was next, seeing ten pitches in his at-bat before finally grounding out to second, but scoring L.J. Hoes from third, tying the game at 3-3. Pitching took over from there, as both teams went scoreless through the next three frames. The Blue Crabs were able to scratch across a run in the bottom of the eighth, with the help of an error. Snyder got the rally going once again, reaching on a throwing error
by the third baseman. Hoes came through two batters later, singling to right field, scoring Snyder from second to take a 4-3 lead. Southern Maryland then turned to closer Cody Eppley (BS,1), looking to lock down the win. Eppley picked up the first out, before walking Alonzo Harris, who advanced to third on a single from Alexi Casilla. Isaias Tejeda followed with a long single off the left-field wall, scoring both runners and putting the Revs back ahead 5-4. York turned the bottom of the ninth to their own All-Star closer, Brad Allen. Allen picked up two quick outs, before back-toback doubles from Zach Cone and Edwin Garcia tied the game at 5-5. After stranding Garcia, the game headed to extra innings, the second time the Blue Crabs have played extras this week. A scoreless 10th inning set-up the 2-3-4 hitters in the York lineup to face Jesse Beal (5-2) in the 11th inning. Casilla led-off with a single, coming all the way around from first to score on a double from Tejeda and take the lead back for the Revs. York turned their newfound 6-5 lead over to Joe Van Meter (S,1) in the bottom of the inning. Van Meter worked a 1-2-3 inning, picking up his first save of the season for the Revolution. The win moved York ahead of Southern Mary-
land in the standings, now holding a 0.5 game lead over the Blue Crabs in the second-half Freedom Division standings. The Blue Crabs return to action Tuesday, July 18th, for the second game of the threegame series against the Revolution. Southern Maryland will send RHP Gaby Hernandez (6-1, 2.91) to the mound, looking to even the series. He will matchup with York’s LHP Logan Williamson (3-5, 4.84), facing the Blue
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Crabs for the third time this season. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 P.M. on Tuesday at Regency Furniture Stadium. For more information on the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, or to reserve your seat today for any of the Blue Crabs upcoming home games, please visit our website at somdbluecrabs.com or call us at 301-638-9788. From Southern Maryland Blue Crabs
44th Annual Governor’s Cup Sets Sail August 4 St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s highly anticipated Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, scheduled for August 4 - 6, is open for registration. This year marks the 44th running of the oldest and longest overnight race on the Chesapeake Bay. The race starts from Maryland’s current capital city in Annapolis to its first capital city in St. Mary’s City. Simultaneously, Potomac Leg sailors start at Dahlgren and Southern Leg sailors start at Fishing Bay to sail to St. Mary’s City. At the finish line, College faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the campus community will greet race participants to shore for a weekend-long celebration including a Waterfront Crab Feast & Barbecue, Governor’s Cup Awards Ceremony, and Live Music with Byzantine Top 40. Qualified sailors interested in partici-
pating in the race can register online at the official Gov’ Cup website, www.smcm. edu/events/govcup. Submit a completed entry along with a $120 entry fee no later than July 28 at 5 p.m. For information about the event, visit www.smcm.edu/events/govcup or email govcup@smcm.edu. St. Mary’s College of Maryland is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education through 20242025. St. Mary’s College, designated the Maryland state honors college in 1992, is ranked one of the best public liberal arts schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Approximately 1,700 students attend the college, nestled on the St. Mary’s River in Southern Maryland. From St. Mary’s College.
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Education
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Three Join CSM Foundation
The College of Southern Maryland Foundation announces the addition of three new members to its board of directors — James Andreacci of Lexington Park, Christy Lombardi of St. Leonard and Jerry T. Sanford of Bowie. The CSM Foundation is the fundraising arm of the college and is comprised of an allvolunteer board of directors. Andreacci is the market president and senior vice president at BB&T, where he oversees the three Southern Maryland counties for BB&T as well as commercial lending. “I am committed to development of Southern Maryland and am very excited to be joining the CSM Foundation board,” Andreacci said. “I believe since CSM is in all three counties that I serve, it is a true fit for both CSM and myself. I am ingrained in the St. Mary’s community and look forward to growing my networks in Charles and Calvert.” Andreacci is active in St. Mary’s Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Calvert County, the Rotary Club of Lexington Park, Cedar Lane Senior Community and the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance. His hobbies include coaching youth football, golfing and networking with business associates. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Pennsylvania State University. He is married and is the father of two sons and one daughter. Lombardi is chief administrative officer at Community Bank of the Chesapeake, where she is responsible for administrative
Christy Lombardi
James Andreacci
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and corporate governance matters for the bank and overseeing human resources. “I am excited about joining the CSM Foundation board and look forward to supporting our community and college initiatives through the foundation’s mission,” Lombardi said. “The educational programs provided by the college contribute greatly to the overall strength of our community and its workforce. The degree I earned from
CSM many years ago allowed me to take advantage of opportunities which became a foundation for my career path and future educational achievements. As an employer in Southern Maryland, Community Bank has been able to hire CSM alumni who are well educated, skilled and prepared to contribute. We are truly fortunate to have this institution in our community and I’m glad to have the opportunity to give back in some way.” Lombardi is active with the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland Audit Committee, Southern Maryland Workforce Development Board, Maryland Banker’s Association Council of Professional Women in Banking and Finance Advisory Board and the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. She began her education at CSM, earning an associate degree in management development. She continued her education with University of Maryland, University College (UMUC), earning a bachelor’s in HR management; the Maryland Bankers Association, earning a Maryland Banking School diploma of graduation with honors; and master’s degrees in both business administration and management/human resources with UMUC. Lombardi is married to Gregg Lombardi and has two children, Taylor, 20, and Colin, 16. Sanford is the economic development manager at Washington Gas, a WGL Company, where he focuses on the Maryland portion of the company’s service territory. With nearly three decades of experience in economic development, public policy, sales, public/private partnerships and government/corporate relations, he partners with the public and private sectors to develop effective sales techniques to reach key decision-makers. “I am honored to join the College of Southern Maryland Foundation Board and look forward to serving the CSM community,” Sanford said. “As an economic development professional, I have learned the importance the impact a well-educated and trained workforce has in the economic vitality of a region. CSM is an important [component] in achieving that workforce.” Sanford’s public service includes volunteering as a firefighter-emergency medi-
cal technician and first aid/CPR instructor in Montgomery County since 1991. He has received commendations for courage, valor and actions above the call of duty. He serves on the Dispute Resolving Board of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) and previously served on the City of Bowie’s Administrative Review Board and Board of Appeals. Sanford earned a bachelor of science degree in business management with a minor in economics from UMUC and is a Fellow of the Industrial Asset Management Council (IAMC). He also has received economic development education through Pennsylvania State University, Virginia Tech, Urban Land Institute and the International Economic Development Council. He is married to Lisa Sanford who works for the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs and has five children, ages 13 to 30, Talisa, Jerin, Leah, Jonathan and Joseph. In addition to Andreacci, Lombardi and Sanford, the foundation board members include Chair Nancy Hempstead, Vice Chair Kimberly Rosenfield, Trustee Representative James De Misa, Secretary-Treasurer and CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy and CSM Vice President of Advancement Michelle L. Goodwin as executive director of the foundation. Immediate Past Chair is E. Rané Franklin. Foundation members representing Calvert County include Dixie Miller, Dr. Stephen Peters and Stacy Trimble. Members representing Charles County include Linda Cox, Leah Estevez, Ruth Ann Ferrell, David Hruda, Reuben F. “Jay” Lilly, Brenda Lowe, Robert V. Price Jr., Trey Proctor, Thomas Quattlebaum, Harry Shasho and Gary Simpson. Members representing St. Mary’s County include Eileen Bildman, Alland “Al” Leandre, Micheline Lopez-Estrada, Vickie Kite Milburn, Lisa Oliver, Dr. Ila Shah, Bernadette “Birdie” Shannon and Jennifer Wamsley. For information on the CSM Foundation, visit www.csmd.edu/foundation. From College of Southern Maryland
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Golf Classic to Benefit Students The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation invites area golfers and CSM supporters to participate in its 26th Annual Golf Classic. The tournament will take place Aug. 10 at Swan Point Yacht and Country Club in Issue. This annual event has raised more than $770,000 for CSM scholarships and college programs and features prizes, raffles and three meals. “The Golf Classic is one of those signature traditions in Southern Maryland that continues through the years because of the generosity of so many partners,” said CSM Foundation Director Gary Simpson, chair of the golf committee. “These partners are
individuals, organizations and businesses — people who realize that the funds generated through this tournament are going to support a great cause, our students and their education.” Even those who have never golfed can participate in the fun. A chance to be coached on the game and enjoy a four-course food and wine tasting, while still supporting the college, is available through the Sip and Swing for an Impact. The Sip and Swing event, sponsored this year by the Southern Maryland Women’s League (SMWL) and presented by the CSM Alumni and Friends Connection, will
Participants in a previous Sip and Swing for Impact line up for a golf technique clinic
run simultaneously with the 26th Annual Golf Classic. The event features a later start than the tournament and will include several interactive clinics about putting, chipping and full-swing techniques and will end with an awards ceremony. “By sponsoring and attending the Sip and Swing for an Impact, we have the opportunity to socialize with others, be a part of helping to provide golfing technique lessons, while showing our support for the great work that CSM consistently does for its students,” said Brenda Lowe, a CSM Foundation director and SMWL past president, director and executive officer. “I have been to several of the Sip and Swing events, and I can tell you it is a ton of fun, good food and lots of laughs.” In addition to Sip and Swing, Alumni Row is back this year. Alumni can sponsor a sign to be showcased along “Alumni Row.” These signs can feature a donor’s name, graduation year or a business name. Signs can be purchased for $50. The Golf Classic is a favorite event for CSM and has been supported by Marrick Homes as the grand tournament sponsor for more than
15 years, according to CSM Development Director Chelsea Brown. Other generous sponsors include executive sponsor SONIC Drive-In of Southern Maryland. Corporate sponsors are Rotary Club of Charles County, Educational Systems Federal Credit Union and Washington Gas – A WGL Company. Mulligan sponsors are Community Bank of the Chesapeake, McDonald & Eudy Printers Inc. and Specialized Patterns in Training. Community partner sponsors include Chick-fil-A of La Plata, Coldwell Banker Jay Lilly Real Estate, Dale and Karen Smith Hupp, DRN Environmental Solutions, ECHO Realty, Nancy Hempstead, Occasions Boutique, The Rex, Simpson’s Olde Towne Insurance, SMECO and SoMDNews.com. Food and beverage sponsors are Bozick Distributors Inc., Chick-fil-A of La Plata and SONIC Drive-In of Southern Maryland. Contest sponsors are Community Bank of the Chesapeake; Raley, Watts and O’Neill Insurance and Financial Services, Buddy Sprague in honor of the Jack Love Sprague Scholarship and University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center. The deadline for sponsorships and registration for either the tournament or the Sip and Swing for Impact is July 31. Foursomes are going quickly. To register for the 26th Golf Classic or the Sip and Swing for Impact or to purchase a tee sign for Alumni Row, contact Erika Abell at call 301-9347647 or Erika.abell@csmd.edu or visit foundation.csmd.edu/GolfClassic. Press Release from CSM.
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Feature
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Three-Year Volunteer Effort Coming to a Head County Will Decide on Calvert Shores Vote By Dick Myers Staff Writer
Calvert Shores Organizing Committee Chair Cathy Zumbrun
Shopping centers in Lusby Town Center will be included in the town limits of Calvert Shores.
This building could be the new town hall.
Photos By Ron Bailey Playgrounds, the beaches and the lake will continue to be owned by POACRE.
Dozens of volunteers have worked countless hours over the past three years for the right to vote. It would be a vote that is the dream of many of the current residents of Lusby who are members of Calvert Shores Coordinating Committee – creation of a new town in Southern Calvert County that would be the largest municipality in Southern Maryland. More than three dozen people spoke at a July 11 public hearing at Patuxent High School with about two-thirds supporting creation of a town of 10,000 people. But for it to happen, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), according to state law, has to endorse a referendum. They have left the record open for two weeks, which means their July 25 meeting is the earliest they would decide, although there is no time limit for a decision. Last year the commissioners rejected the idea, but since then the organizing committee has presented a petition with the commissioner-mandated “25 percent of the assessed valuation of real property” of the area, which exceeds the state requirement of 20 percent of the registered voters. The organizing committee evolved out of the 2014 board election of the Property Owners Association of Chesapeake Ranch Estates (POACRE) at which 600 people attended and showed support for the idea of incorporation. Even though dissatisfaction with POACRE is one of the reasons why some residents support incorporation, some POACRE board members have been active in the movement. In fact, POACRE Treasurer Cathy Zumbrun is president of the organizing committee. POACRE receives a special tax of $250 from each property owner (whether their property is valued at $80,000 or $800,000) for road improvements. In addition, an assessment of $205 per year is collected from residents along with a $250 yearly membership fee. The special tax would be eliminated for the new town’s residents, but POACRE would continue to exist and own amenities such as the lake and the beaches.
Zumbrun points out that Calvert Shores would take over the roads and absorb the current POACRE road staff. She said it is the condition of the roads that has caused many residents to support their town government. One major road is currently closed because of a washout. They feel the county has ignored them for a long time. The county has refused to take over the roads because in some places the right-of-way is too narrow to meet county road standards. But Zumbrun sad that isn’t necessarily the case for all of the roads and if the municipality fails the county should investigate at least taking over some of them. The collecting of petitions was the biggest challenge for Zumbrun and the several dozen volunteers involved in the process. Zumbrun said during that time she was spending 50 to 60 hours a week on it, having retired from a part-tine position at the College of Southern Maryland. Zumbrun was originally from Baltimore; she and her husband started as part-time residents of CRE in 1988 while their children finished school. They moved in full-time in 2003. Her involvement in the community began slowly, first with activities such as the Easter egg hunt. She said her concern about the roads goes a little deeper. She noted the road situation has actually gotten better under the current POACRE board and management. But the revenue stream from the special tax isn’t enough and it isn’t guaranteed. “We need to have a more consistent revenue stream,” she said. Zumbrun said the organizing committee members share concerns about “fairness’ and about the ability of CRE to be an attractive community. For instance, there is currently no mechanism for the community to require removal of blighted property. Under a municipality, it could be done by the town and the owner billed for the work. But it wasn’t just the gathering of signatures on a petition that consumed so much volunteer time. Some members were active in creating a proposed town charter, which is the
guiding document for the new town. Others visited most of the towns in the region, such as Chesapeake Beach and North Beach, and also similarly sized Maryland towns like Cambridge and Bel Air. Zumbrun debunked criticism of the proposed tax rate for the new town as being too low for the required services. She said comparing the proposed Calvert Shores to Chesapeake Beach and North Beach is unfair because they have amenities that the new town would not have, such as a water park and a new town hall. She feels the group has done its homework and the numbers are accurate. One thing they learned in visiting other towns is the need to have a commercial core, or town center. That is why the several shopping centers in the town center are included within the incorporated area. She said the amount of revenue generated from them would be minimal and the tax burden on the businesses small. The town would have authority over zoning within the incorporated limits. Even though the county would continue to own the Patuxent Business Park and Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, the town would have control should ownership change and also a say in what happens there. The new town would have a mayor and town council. If a referendum is approved by the BOCC, the election for those positions would take pace simultaneously with the vote on incorporation. In addition to the six road staff who would move from POACRE, the new town would have three and a half staffers, including a town manager. The BOCC is taking public comment on the proposed Calvert Shores municipality following its July 11 public hearing on the project. Background information on the proposal, a link to a video of the public hearing, FAQs and more are available on the Calvert Shores information page: www.co.cal. md.us/index.aspx?NID=2025. The organizing committee’s website is: calvertshores.org/ dickmyers@countytimes.net
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Obituaries
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In Remembrance Ardis Michael Cole
Ardis Michael Cole, 92, of Dunkirk passed away July 13, 2017 at Burnett-Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick. Ardis was born September 15, 1924 in Cotton Valley, Louisiana to Michael Solomon and
Bessie (Horn) Cole. Ardis was preceded in death by his wife Marian Davis Cole in 2013. He is survived by children James Michael Cole of Fresno, CA, Thomas Ardis Cole of Severna Park, Mary Eileen Covault and husband Michael of Meridian, ID and Russell William Cole and wife Margaret of Laurel. He is also survived by grandchildren Summer Cole, Ronda Gentry and spouse Stacy, Aynnie Miller and spouse Kurtis, Sarah Davis and spouse Chadwick, Richard Wells and spouse Ruby, and Emily Wells, step-grandson Jon Covault, nine greatgrandchildren, one step great-grandson and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Saturday, July 22, 2017, 10-10:30 a.m at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. Funeral services will follow at 10:30 a.m. at funeral home. Burial will be at Southern Memorial Gardens, 10155 Ward Road, Dunkirk MD 20754. Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s National Medical Center, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington DC 20010.
Henry C. Powell
Henry C. Powell, 82, passed away suddenly on July 13, 2017 in Raleigh, NC. He was born November 13, 1934 in Green Sea, SC and graduated from Loris High School. He then received his B.A. from Omaha University. Henry joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in Morocco, England, Japan and Spain. He retired at the rank of Captain after 25 years from Andrews Air Force Base. Following his retirement from the Air Force, Henry worked for D.C. Metro as a contractor and retired in 1985. He was also an antique dealer for over 40 years.
Henry was a member of the American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. He enjoyed his dogs, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Henry was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Monique Powell and sister Betsy Holland. He is survived by his wife of six years, Singna McDonald Powell and son Douglas C. Powell and wife Elodie. Also surviving are grandchildren Zoe, Claire, Noah, Luna and Emma, sister Sue West of Gulfport, MS as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery, Memorial Drive, Arlington VA 22211. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive Suite 300, Greenbelt MD 20770; Phone : 301-982-2161 Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.
Daniel Mark Parks
Daniel Mark Parks, Sr., 86, of Broomes Island, Maryland passed away on July 12, 2017 in Prince Frederick, Maryland He was born in Broomes Island on February 3, 1931 to the late Thomas G. and Annie Denton Parks. Daniel spent his life on Broomes Island where he enjoyed fishing, and water skiing, and in the winter, ice skating, and sleigh riding down Dalton’s hill. After he started his family, not only did he teach his kids to enjoy these sports but many of the neighbor hood kids as well. His teachings carried over thru the ball seasons where he coached and was the empire for the little league and Babe Ruth ball games. Daniel served in the Army for about two years during the Korean War, and worked at the Patuxent River Air Airbase. On Sundays he could be found driving the church bus, going around picking up the kids and taking them to Broomes Island Wesleyan Church for Sunday school. Husband of the late Nettie M. Parks, he is also preceded in death by his son, Da-
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vid Kevin “Stumpy” Parks and his siblings Alice Thrasher and Carroll Parks. Daniel is survived by his children, D. Mark Parks, Jr. and his wife Jan, P. Timothy Parks and his wife Marilyn, and Jenifer Dawn Parks Price and her husband Gary. Grandfather of: Kirk, Danny, “Tim, Jr., Jonathan, Kimberly, Samantha, Allen, and Bobbi. Step grandfather of: Jamie, Landon, Gary, Jr., and Elton. He is also survived by great grandchildren: Taylor, Jordon, Carissa, Gabby, Caleb, Amanda, Erik, Emily, Randy, Riley, Zoey, Michael, Shania and Cameramen, and his sisters Annie Elliott and Lorraine Bowen. The family will receive friends at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, MD on Friday July 14, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday July 15, 2017 11 AM at the Broomes Island Wesleyan Church. Interment will follow in Broomes Island Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to either Broomes Island Wesleyan Church or the BurnettCalvert Hospice House.
Charlotte Ann Bennett,
Charlotte Ann Bennett, 85, of Leonardtown, MD, formerly of Lusby, MD, passed away on July 12, 2017 in Washington, DC. She was born November 10, 1931 in Tall Timbers, MD. Charlotte was the youngest of ten children born to the late Louise Virginia and Oliver Burton Milburn. She was the loving wife of Richard Henry Bennett who preceded her in death in 2008. She is survived by two daughters Deborah Xinis (James) of Owings, MD and Barbara Prawde (Eric) of Olney, MD. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren Sarah Xinis Boutaugh (Scott), Daniel Xinis, Alyse Prawde and Emily Prawde. Charlotte was preceded in death by her siblings: brothers Harvey, Stephen, James, Robert, George, and Elliott Milburn and sisters Virginia Stone, Delma Bennett and Elizabeth Johnson. Charlotte graduated from Great Mills High School in 1948 and moved to Washington, DC to work for several government agencies. She married Richard in 1951, and they raised their family in Hyattsville, MD. She later worked in the offices of the Dart Drug Corporation. Charlotte and Richard moved to Drum Point in Lusby, and she worked for the Holiday Inn in Solomons, MD. She enjoyed spending time in Ocean City, traveling to B & B’s, and visiting family in St. Mary’s County. Charlotte was famous for her stuffed ham which she made for many a family gathering. A woman of strong faith, she had been active in her church and contributions may be made in her name to Middleham - St. Peters Episcopal Church, Lusby, MD. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Shirley Ann Bailey
Shirley Ann Bailey, 51, of North Beach passed away July 10, 2017. She was born June 29, 1966 in Washington, D.C. to Elmer and Anna (Parker) Harkness. She moved with her family to Calvert County at the age of 12, and graduated from Northern High School in 1984. She married Frank Lee Bailey in 1995 and they made their home in North Beach, until he passed away in 2009. Shirley later remarried Steve Jenson on June 29, 2016. She was employed as a lawyer’s assistant with Cullen & Dykman in Washington, D.C. and later Jaklitsch Law Group in Upper Marlboro. She was a member of Mt. Harmony United Methodist Church. Shirley enjoyed dogs, reading, cooking, helping others, giving advice and talking with members of her Multiple Sclerosis support groups. Most of all, Shirley loved spending time with her family, especially her children. She was preceded in death by her previous husband, Lee. Shirley is survived by husband Steve Jensen and children Amber L. Bailey, John C. Bailey and Holly A. Bailey. Also surviving are her mother Anna Harkness of Owings, father Elmer Harkness and step mother Nancy of North Beach, brothers Michael and Brian Harkness, mother-in-law Pam Bailey, sister-inlaw Sherie Bailey and close friend .
David Allen Berkley
David Allen Berkley, age 59, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2017. He was born on October 14, 1957 at the U.S. Air Force hospital on Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C. David traveled extensively with his family as an “Air Force Brat” before settling in North Beach, Maryland in 1972. He is survived by his father and mother, Earl David Berkley and Pauline (Polly) Marie (Davis) Berkley, his children, Sharlene Marie Jones, David Berkley, and Joshua Berkley. He is also survived by his sister, Patricia (Berkley) King, two brothers, Wayne Edward Berkley, and Bruce William Berkley. David is also survived by his grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews. David attended Northern High School and played football and baseball as a boy. In his free time David enjoyed watching the Redskins and NASCAR with his friends. He especially loved attending family gatherings. David was well known for his wonderful smile and his kind heart. He had many friends and could always be counted on for a good laugh. He would often leave his beloved North Beach, but was always drawn back. “He always had North Beach sand in his shoes.” Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.
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In Our Community
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Hospital President Named Grassroots Champion
Natalie Cotton (left) presents a $1,500 contribution to Darene Kleinsorgen
SMECO Awards Matching Contribution Christmas in April Organizations Receive $4,500 Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) recently received a $4,500 contribution from CoBank to award to Christmas in April organizations in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Each organization is receiving $1,500 through CoBank’s Sharing Success program, a $3 million charitable fund to benefit cooperatives and the charitable groups they support. As a CoBank customer, SMECO was eligible to receive funds to be awarded to an organization it supports. “SMECO and its employees have supported Christmas in April projects for many years,” said Natalie Cotton, community and public affairs director. “We are committed to lifting up local charities and they deserve the opportunity to benefit from CoBank’s generosity.” “Christmas in April in St. Mary’s County has been working for 27 years to rehabilitate the homes of low-income residents, particularly the elderly and disabled, so that they may live in warmth, safety, and independence,” said Darene Kleinsorgen, Executive Director of the organization. “We bring
volunteers and our community together to improve the homes and lives of county residents. Since 1990, we have repaired 724 homes and assisted with 20 community projects. With the helping hands of more than 41,400 volunteers, we’ve completed more than $7.5 million worth of free repairs,” she added. “We’re making a world of difference in our community because the people who live here are willing to help their neighbors who need it most. And we couldn’t do it without the support that local businesses provide,” Kleinsorgen said. Applications for assistance are now being accepted. Visit the applicable county’s website for more information: Calvert County, www.christmasinaprilcalvertcounty.org; Charles County, www.christmasinaprilcharlescounty.com; or St. Mary’s County, www.christmasinaprilsmc.org.
The annual statewide Buy Local Challenge (BLC) encourages everyone to eat something from a local farm every day during Buy Local Week, July 22 – 30, 2017. Individuals, Bill Phalen businesses and organizations can take the Challenge, which is voluntary pledge to eat Maryland farm products (produce, dairy, seafood, meats and fruit) for one week. Locally produced beverages; wines, beers and spirits count too! “Taking the Challenge is a win, win!” Said Shelby Watson-Hampton, Director of The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), creator of the Buy Local Challenge. “When you take the pledge to buy local not only do you get great tasting food, you’re also supporting local farmers as well as local businesses that offer farm products”.
This year SMADC is adding an extra incentive to engage consumers during Buy Local Challenge (BLC) week. The general public is invited to share their BLC experiences for a chance to win prizes by registering their BLC pledge, or by posting their ‘buy local’ shopping spree photos to Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #buylocalchallenge. “It’s easy and fun to do.” Said Watson-Hampton, “We hope everyone will participate, as we have so many options to buy local now; at farmers’ markets, restaurants, stores, wineries, breweries and even distilleries. The list is endless!” For information on how to participate in the Buy Local Challenge Week and find BLC competition details, extensive statewide links to farmers’ market directories, downloadable BLC logos and more, visit the BLC website www.buylocalchallenge. com. Visit the BLC Facebook page for the latest Buy Local Week happenings around the state and view or download BLC week recipes from the Maryland Department of Agriculture Buy Local Cookbook series at mda.maryland.gov.
The American Hospital Association has awarded Dean Teague, president and CEO of Calvert Health System, its Grassroots Champion Award for Maryland. Teague will receive the award at an event later this year. Calvert Health System As a 2017 President/CEO Dean Teague Grassroots Champion, Teague is being recognized for “his exceptional leadership in generating grassroots activity in support of the hospital community.” The American Hospital Association Grassroots Champions Award, which is presented each year to one person from each state, was created “to recognize those hospital leaders who most effectively educate elected officials on how major issues affect the hospital’s vital role in the community, who have done an exemplary job in broadening the base of community support for the hospital, and who are tireless advocates for the hospital and its patients,” according to a news release.
Named president and CEO of Calvert Health System in 2015, Teague has been an active member of the Maryland Hospital Association (MHA) since 2012. This year he was asked to join the executive committee of MHAs Board of Directors and is the chair of the Council on Legislative & Regulatory Policy. Mr. Teague is in good company. The 2015 and 2016 Grassroots Champion Award winners for Maryland were, respectively, Brian Gragnolati, Sr. Vice President of Johns Hopkins Health System since 2011 and Steven Sharfstein, who recently retired after 30 years with Sheppard Pratt Health System. Calvert Memorial Hospital is a private, not-for-profit, community-owned hospital. Founded in 1919, CMH has been taking care of Southern Maryland families for nearly a century. In addition to the main hospital campus, satellite medical office buildings in Dunkirk, Twin Beaches, Prince Frederick, Lusby and Solomons ensure that quality care is no more than 15 minutes from anywhere in Calvert County. Calvert Health System’s trusted team provides residents with safe, high quality health care and promotes wellness for a healthy community – all while making a difference in every life we touch. From Calvert Health System
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Optimist Club Scholarships Announced The Optimist Club of Calvert Prince Frederick announced their 2017 Scholarship recipients on July 10, 2017. The Club, through its Calvert Optimist Community Parks Foundation Inc., began their scholarship program in 1975 with a single award valued at $2,000. Today the Optimist Club awards three scholarships each year; the Knapp Scholarship valued at $8,000; the Optimist Scholarship valued at $6.000; and the Career/Vocational/Technological Scholarship valued at $3,000. Over the past 42 years, the Calvert Optimist Scholarship Program has awarded $247,250 in scholarships to Calvert County youth. This year’s Knapp Scholarship was awarded to Northern High graduate Isa-
bella J. Herrera. Isabella will be attending Flagler College in St. Augustine Florida this fall and will be majoring in International Relations and Human Rights. The 2017 Optimist Scholarship was awarded to Marina L Cox. Marina is a Patuxent High graduate and will attending the University of Maryland at College Park this fall studying Hearing Sciences. The 2017 Career/Vocational/Tech Scholarship was awarded to John E. DeGrange, III, a graduate of Huntingtown High. John will be attending Clemson University in Clemson South Carolina this fall majoring in Construction Management.
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A Letter to the Editor No Expansion at Waterpark Dear Editor, Thank you for the nice article on the Chesapeake Beach Waterpark in the Thursday July 13 edition. I do, however, want to set the record straight on one issue: while we are always looking to enhance the fun and community attendance at the waterpark, there are absolutely no plans to expand the park once the Fishing Creek Bridge is completed. Our quaint waterpark sits on a tract of land in the center of Town where residences are close by and within earshot of noise generated by the park. Although we try to minimize
any disturbances to their peaceful quality of life, I am keenly aware of, and appreciate, the concessions our citizens have made to ensure children continue to enjoy the waterpark. Chesapeake Beach is a small town and we want to retain our charm. The Waterpark exists to serve our residents and guests. There are absolutely no plans to expand our Waterpark! Mayor Pat “Irish” Mahoney Chesapeake Beach, MD
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CMM Receives Grant from West Marine The Calvert Marine Museum is the proud recipient of a BlueFuture grant from West Marine, the world’s premier Waterlife Outfitter. West Marine has awarded $1,500 to 25 non-profit organizations across North America that are dedicated to getting young people on and around the water in recreational and education capacities. The grants are unrestricted and West Marine allows grant recipients to determine how and when they use these funds. “No one understands the needs of a community better than those living and working in that community,” says Deb Radcliff, West Marine Senior Vice President, Marketing. “We think these special organizations are doing incredible work to
improve access to the water, teach valuable job and life skills, and encourage young people from all backgrounds to create and treasure their very own waterlife experiences.” The museum’s education department proposes to use the funds for a variety of needs, including new ipads and cases, cast and seine nets to be used for children’s programs and camps, and new easels. “We are delighted to have received this generous grant from West Marine, one which will enable the museum’s education department to expand its outreach and program potential through the acquisition of new equipment and educational tools,” said Jeff Murray, Deputy Director.
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Karaoke at the Legion 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road Route 260, Chesapeake Beach 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Join us for a good time at the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 in the Lower Level Lounge. No cover charge. Public welcome. Questions may be directed to 410-257-9878 www.ALPost206.Org
Saturday, July 22 Daring the Blaze 5k Run/Walk Dares Beach Community Dares Beach Road & Macrae Avenue, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 7:00 AM The Dares Beach Community is hosting a 5k run to benefit the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department. It’s $10 to participate. To sign up please visit www.active.com Yoga on Solomons Boardwalk Solomons Island Boardwalk 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Yoga with Frannie on Solomons Island Boardwalk! All experience levels welcome, including beginners! Cash donations accepted. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to “End Hunger in Calvert County”. Sign-in begins @ 7:00am @ the gazebo. Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle. 5th Annual Beach Party 265 Solomons Island Rd N, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram will hold their 5th Annual Beach Party and will commence rain or shine. During the event, Washington Redskins Wide Receiver, Terrelle Pryor Sr. will be in attendance from 3pm -4pm, and will give one free autograph to the first 225 guests, and Washington Capitals players Kelly Miller, Kevin Hatcher, and Craig Laughlin will be in attendance from 1pm—2pm, to sign autographs. In addition to the special appearances made, there will be a silent auction to benefit the Calvert Tide Baseball Team, free hamburgers, hot dogs, and fries, and a free 9oz Kona Ice treat from 1pm—4pm, while supplies last. There will be a family water slide, bounce house, beach setup for the kids, and other kid friendly activities, as well as a random mystery prize drawings throughout the afternoon. The service department will be open from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Guests will have the opportunity to meet service technicians and advisors, and receive a coupon for a free multi-point inspection. Bring your VIN or registration for a free recall check, as well as review maintenance and scheduling required for your vehicle. Technicians will be available to check and demonstrate oil and tire pressure checks. Calvert Artists’ Guild July Show Southern Maryland Sailing Association 14990 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM The public is invited to enjoy and purchase the artworks of a dozen of the talented artists of Southern Maryland in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, clay, textile, and jewelry. The guild sponsors art shows, field trips, workshops, and an annual art award to a high-school senior interested in the arts. For
additional information, please contact the following persons: Jan Barr 443-404-5746 fujibarr@comcast.net or Gerry Wood 301863-9663 gbwood2@verizon.net Meet the Leaders! Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Solomons, MD 12:30 PM Join the Southern Maryland Group of the Sierra Club in an Open Membership Meeting with the Southern Maryland Group Executive Committee. We will lead on our Nature Walk hosted by our biologist-in-residence, Marc Imlay. This will be followed by a picnic and swim on Lake Lariat. Toy Boat Building Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons, MD 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Make a toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation per boat requested. Museum admission required. Texas Holdem ELKS Big Game St Mary’s County Elks Lodge 45779 Fire Department Lane, Lexington Park, MD 20653 7:00 PM This is our point leaders free roll event. Open to all and there are 17 paid entries entered in this tournament from the leaderboard challenge. No Limit Texas Holdem Tournament. $120 Buy in—includes Bounty. 15,000 chips Starting Stack. Earn a BOUNTY chip worth $20 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. This tournament is part of our leaderboard challenge. Earn 1 point for every person knocked out before you. Food and Beverage are available for purchase. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem: $1- $2 no limit. Please enter through the side of the building. Questions: James Dean 240-577-0828 Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo.com
Sunday, July 23 Calvert Artists’ Guild July Show Southern Maryland Sailing Association 14990 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM The public is invited to enjoy and purchase the artworks of a dozen of the talented artists of Southern Maryland in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, clay, textile, and jewelry. For additional information, please contact the following persons: Jan Barr 443-404-5746 fujibarr@comcast.net or Gerry Wood 301-863-9663 gbwood2@ verizon.net
Thursday, July 27 Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons, MD 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A program for children age 3—5 and their caregivers. Be a Tree! Fee is $5, members are FREE. Children: Picnic at the Railway Station Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Bring a picnic! Play games, make crafts, eat lunch on the porch of the Railway Museum. FREE
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Heat Warning
Stay cool this summer. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and a hat. If you must go out to do errands, plan to go in the early morning when it is cooler. Drink plenty of fluids; carry water with you. Eat small meals, and eat more often. Avoid foods that are high in protein. Wear sunscreen if you will be in direct sunlight. Contact your health professional if you have any questions about sun exposure while taking certain medications and what symptoms to look for when getting overheated or dehydrated. If there are three consecutive days of a 105º heat index (combination of temperature and humidity), the County Heat Emergency Plan will go into effect. On the third day of that high heat index, effective until the temperature drops, certain County facilities are open to the general public until 7 p.m. To find your nearest county cooling center, please call the Calvert County Courthouse, 410-5351600 or 301-855-1243. Your senior centers are a great place to beat the heat on a regular basis.
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Join your friends for this year’s Crab Feast to be held at each senior center, Wednesday, August 30, 12:30 p.m. Fee: $21. Choose one of the following: 6 steamed crabs, crab cake sandwich, or soft-shell crab sandwich. You can also choose two of the following: salad or coleslaw and corn on cob or green beans.
Soft drinks and iced tea will also be provided. Call your local senior center to register by August 18: Calvert Pines - 410-535-4606; North Beach - 410-257-2549; Southern Pines - 410-586-2748.
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Give us your best golf swing and you may win a prize at the Closest to the Pin Contest, Friday, July 28, 11 a.m.! One female and one male winner. Have fun at the 4 Throws Cornhole Contest, Monday, July 31, 12:30 p.m. You get 4 tosses. A prize for the highest male and female score! Pre-register by July 28.
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Enjoy gospel music during Tom Delaney’s Gospel Music Hour, Thursday, July 27, 10:30 a.m. The Lunch Bunch will be heading to Ledo’s, Thursday, August 3, 12:30 p.m. Pre-registration required.
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Learn how Senior Companions have assisted seniors to remain independent, Wednesday, July 26, 11 a.m. Bring your grandchildren along to watch a classic summer movie, Sandlot, Thursday, July 27, 1 p.m. Refreshments provided.
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Meatloaf with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, July 25
5-Spice Chicken Leg, Rice Pilaf, Zucchini, Dinner Roll, Crushed Pineapple
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Tuna Salad in a Pita Pocket, Mediterranean Chick Pea Salad, Sliced Cucumber and Tomato Salad, Fruited Jell-O Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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formers and more. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.
MakePlayLearn 10:00-11:00am Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials.. you provide the imagination.. Calvert Library Southern Branch.
Monday Morning Fun 10:00-11:00am Join us at 10 am for dancing, stories, movies and fun. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.
SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour, exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. This week: Animal Rescue Awareness. Calvert Library Fairview Branch. MakePlayLearn 2:30-3:30pm Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials.. you provide the imagination.. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch. T.A.C.O.S. Meeting! 5:00-6:00pm T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students!) meeting! For teens 13-19. Calvert Library needs your help planning events, revamping our Teen Zone and other awesome things. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Video Game Tournament 6:30-8:30pm Join us at the library for Teen Video Game Night! There will be friendly competition, snacks, and more! Calvert Library Prince Frederick.
Saturday, July 22 Construction Zone 2:00-4:00pm Bring your family to explore the Library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection of Legos, Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs, Blocks, Mag-
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Green Crafting 2:00-5:00pm Green crafters will meet on Mondays to make crafts out of material that would typically be thrown away. Crocheting, needlework, and simple tying will be used. Teens welcome. Calvert Library Southern Branch.
Tuesday, July 25 Summer Fun Performance - Echoes of Nature 10:00-11:00am Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready- made homes? Do some even use a “home”? Let’s find out and meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at Northeast Community Center,. Summer Fun Performance-Echoes of Nature 2:00-3:00pm Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready- made homes? Do some even use a “home”? Let’s find out and meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. Calvert Library Fairview Branch.
Wednesday, July 26: Summer Fun Performance Echoes of Nature 10:00-10:45am Echoes of Nature - Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready- made homes? Do some even use a “home”? Let’s find out and meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. Calvert Library Southern Branch, at Patuxent Appeal Campus. Summer Storytime (Wetlands Overlook Park) 10:00-10:45am Join us for our weekly Summer storytimes which are held at different venues in the
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Beach area. These themed storytimes are for families with children of multiple ages and include stories, songs and fingerplays. Hosted by Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at Wetlands Overlook Park. MakePlayLearn! 1:00-4:00pm Children drop by to play games, make crafts and art projects. MakerSpace is open from 1-4 pm before, during and after the Summer Fun Performances. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Summer Fun Performance - Echoes of Nature - Animal Homes 2:00-3:00pm Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready- made homes? Do some even use a “home”? Let’s find out and meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. Calvert Library Southern Branch. SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch. Song Circle / Jam Session 6:30-8:30pm Singer-musicians trading songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. Calvert Library Southern Branch.
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MakePlayLearn 10:00-11:00am Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials.. you provide the imagination.. Calvert Library Southern Branch. JobSource Mobile Career Center 1:00-3:00pm Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch. Get Crafty @ Your Library 2:00-3:30pm Need a place to get out of the heat and just hang with friends? Come to the Southern Branch to a relaxing, creative space for tweens and teens to come in and create. Lots of craft supplies provided. Music, snacks and fun! No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch. SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. SummerSTEAM 2:30-3:30pm Combat the heat and join our interactive SummerSTEAM hour, exploring exciting ways to build a better world through stories, activities and a snack. This week: International Space Station. Calvert Library Fairview Branch. MakePlayLearn 2:30-3:30pm Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials.. you provide the imagination.. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch.
Summer Fun Performance - Echoes of Nature 7:00-8:00pm Animal Homes: To build or not to build? What kinds of homes do animals build? Or do some move into ready- made homes? Do some even use a “home”? Let’s find out and meet some live animals and find out about their natural habitats. For kids of all ages. Calvert Library Prince Frederick.
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