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Task Force Supports Financing for MetCom Connections By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
The state law governing the operations of the Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) should be revised to allow the water and sewer authority to engage in financing utility connections for homes already on well and septic systems that are next to public lines, according to a newly released task force report. The Chapter 113 Task Force has met periodically over the last several months to find ways to adjust the law to enable MetCom to function more efficiently and flexibly as it is facing a shortage of rate-paying customers. The issue of mandatory connections to MetCom lines has been a contentious one for years as homeowners would be forced to hookup whether their septic systems were failing or not. Under the current law, homeowners would have to pay tens of thousands of dollars to be in compliance, which has led to complaints about the policy. Commissioner Tom Jarboe, one of the members of the task force, said the proposed revision was a major change in thinking for the utility. “The idea is instead of going with the punitive approach we’re trying to incentivize people to hook up,” Jarboe told The County Times. “The biggest push was to give them [MetCom] the ability
to do financing and to change their rate structure. “It sets up the ability to get creative which I think is very important right now.” The task force also recommends deleting language in the law that actively enforces the connection policy. Mike Mummaugh, MetCom board member who also sat on the task force, said he believed the recommendations would be beneficial. “I’m in favor of them,” Mummaugh said. “We don’t want to do forced connections, we want willing customers.” MetCom officials have said by adding customers, the utility would be better able to spread out the costs of repairing aging lines and connections as well as stabilize increasing service charges for water and sewer. MetCom serves about 17,000 customers. Jarboe said Chapter 113 could use deeper revision and clarification but that was a task for another time. The recommendations must be sent to the state legislature for approval through the county’s delegation. “The delegation has let us know that they would be skeptical about taking things forward that are too complex,” Jarboe said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Economic Development Conference Coming to St. Mary’s Have you heard Tim Heely’s thoughts on the role of military alliances? What is Leslie Taylor’s perspective on doing business with NAWCAD and NAVAIR, the economic engine of St. Mary’s County? Find out this and much more at the MEDA Fall Conference. October 23, 2017 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Patuxent River Naval Air Museum The 2017 MEDA Fall Conference is designed to address the many ways economic developers can position the companies in their region to take full advantage of Maryland’s 12 military installations as economic drivers and the variety of network opportunities available to all businesses throughout the State of Maryland. The 2017 MEDA Fall Conference will feature three panel discussions: Alliances for Cooperation- Panelists will discuss the connections and collaborations between federal installations and individuals, businesses and organizations across the state. This panel will also focus on how to create partnerships that boost job creation within communities. Leveraging Installations as Innovation Drivers- Join us to learn how economic development can foster connections and collaborations between research labs and other technologies that are used for military and non-military applications. Effective Military Drivers for Economic DevelopmentWe’ll show you how to connect your community’s businesses to military bases, even if these bases don’t reside in your region. From St. Mary’s County Dept. of Economic Development
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Opposition Strong on Fire/Rescue Tax Increase By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
The membership of the Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad are asking for a fire and rescue tax increase to offset deficits incurred by increasing operations costs and to eventually build a completely new station in Valley Lee, but many residents reject their proposal. The community room at Company 6 was filled nearly to capacity Monday night for a community forum on the proposed tax increase and only a small handful supported it. The current building, which is 56 years old, lacks the space for proper training of recruits and volunteers, company officials said, and what’s more the building’s bay doors are too small to accept any of the new, modern apparatus. The cost of a new station, to be built behind the old one, comes in at about $8 million and almost all the residents who spoke chaffed at the tax increases necessary to build it. “I really don’t want another tax,” said Julie Thomas. “It’s a burden on the elderly and those on fixed incomes.” Thomas openly doubted one of the claims of the firehouse membership: that a new building would help attract new members. “If a person really wants to join… they would have done it already, no matter what the building looks like,” Thomas said. Ron Verbos said the firehouse membership had also not provided evidence to support another key claim: that a new fire-
house would allow them to reduce their response times. “This community doesn’t need a Taj Mahal for a fire station,” Verbos said. “The only solution to you is a new fire station. “All you want is a bright, new, shiny toy.” Mike Bowles, of Valley Lee, questioned why the tax increase was needed if the department was able to raise $700,000 in the past four months with one of its fundraising drives. “Do we really need the increase if we can raise that kind of money?” Bowles asked. The proposed increase would take the 4.4 percent fire tax rate for the 2nd District and raise it to 5.6 percent; the same tax rate for the 9th District would rise from 3.6 percent to 5 percent. The rescue tax, 0.8 percent for both districts, would more than double under the new plan by going to 1.7 percent. The fire and rescue tax rate there has not changed since 2000. Firehouse officials estimated the annual increase in the tax bill for homeowners with an average house assessed value of about $300,000, would be a little over $60. “It’s [the old building] inadequate currently and for the next 50 years,” said Mike Richards, past president of the company and presenter of the new proposals at Monday’s forum. “Our volunteer membership is waining,” Richards continued. Michael Hallett was one of the few who supported the tax increase. “I love to pay taxes,” Hallett said. “I want to pay my part… so my kids and grandkids don’t have to pay anymore.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Karen Stone, this year’s administrator for the U.S. Oyster Festival to be held Oct. 21 and Oct. 22 at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, says good weather is likely to bring a big turnout to celebrate the bounty of the oyster harvest. Though the natural oyster harvest from public fisheries is expected to be low this year, oysters grown in aquaculture farms make up a significant amount of bivalves available for feasting this year.
“We use farm raised oysters and oysters that have been harvested,” Stone told The County Times. “We’re also putting shells back into the water to provide habitat for the oysters. “I think it’s all very positive.” Stone said there would be 34 shuckers at the event, 10 of them women. She expects an exciting competition. Gates open Saturday at 10a.m and close at 6p.m. and open Sunday at 11a.m. and close at 6p.m. Admission is $10 with children under 12 admitted free. Food is pay as you eat. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Volunteers Wanted for Boards, Commissions and Committees The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are looking for individuals interested in playing a more active role in the community. Citizens willing to volunteer their time have a choice of various Boards, Committees and Commissions on which to serve. Available positions, detailed descriptions of the various boards and membership application are available on the county’s website at https://www.stmarysmd.com/voluntr/. All applications must include a resume and be submitted no later than Friday, November 17. Some of the boards, commissions and committees which have vacancies include: Adult Public Guardianship Review Board – Citizen Member sought Airport Advisory Committee Board of Trustees Museum Division, Department of Recreation and Parks Commission for Women Commission on Aging Commission on People with Disabilities Human Relations Commission Transportation Advisory Committee Wicomico Shores Golf Course Advisory Board The following vacancies have special requirements: Adult Public Guardianship Review Board – Physician Board of Appeals – Knowledge of planning, growth and development Economic Development Commission – Community leader/private individual Family Violence Coordinating Council – Family or survivor of violence Metropolitan Commission – Must live in the 4th, 5th, 6th or 8th district Planning Commission - Knowledge of planning, growth and development Citizens interested in applying to a board, commission or committee, or wanting more information, can download an application from the county website or call Diane Gleissner at 301-475-4200, ext. *1700. Press Release
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Library Under Fire Again for Sexually Explicit Books Library Director Defends “Banned Book” Display By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Residents implored the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County to take action on sexually explicit books at the Lexington Park Library as part of a banned or contested books display. They aired their grievances at a public forum held by the commissioners Tuesday night in Leonardtown. “The enticement to promiscuity is what the library is doing,” said Christina Timmons. “The library, like the predators, gain the kids’ trust… and they’ve taken that trust and used it for perversion.” The books are set up on top of the young adult section at the Lexington Park branch, covered with a paper bag with a message on them stating: “Do Not Read This, Look to see the banned book you rebel you.” While some of the books were of a sexually explicit nature, others were books about the perils of teen drug abuse, Go Ask Alice, military science fiction, Ender’s Game and dystopian survival epics like Lord of the Flies. James Gibbons-Walker, of Leonardtown said the First Amendment to the Constitution was the central issue. “The First Amendment guarantees the freedom
to read,” Gibbons-Walker said. “Some of the underlying issue has to do with fear… some of that fear is the fear of diversity, of the other.” Georgia Kijesky, shot back that the book, Cherry, about two girls who vow to lose their virginity, was an overt attempt to sexualize children who read it. “This is the sexualization of children in our library,” Kijesky said. “Our children are not guinea pigs for sexual experimentation.” Earlier this year the Lexington Park branch was to hold a sex education class for teens by sex educator Bianca Palmisano but the backlash from the community was strong given Palmisano’s support of sexual freedom, the LGBTQ community and reviews of sex toys. The library cancelled its sponsorship over the backlash but a local community group of secular humanists invited her to their meeting to teach. Jayne Walsh, who spoke in favor of the display, said parents needed to take a more active role. “If you object to the content… don’t check it out,” Walsh said. “Screen what your children read.” Walsh said the opponents of the display were noting only “cherry picked” books and not the display’s content as a whole. Jim Hanley, vice president of the St. Mary’s
County Library Board, said the intentions of the system in putting on the display were being misrepresented. “We never had any plan to corrupt the youth of our county,” Hanley told commissioners. “This is not some agenda… it’s offensive to make that declaration.” Michael Blackwell, library system director, said the book display was a common theme for libraries. “Libraries across the country have this,” Blackwell said. “We do this in order to celebrate the freedom to read.” Blackwell said if libraries removed or restricted books based on complaints by those who took offense at them, “soon we wouldn’t have any books at all.” Commissioner Todd Morgan said given the last furor over the sex education class, he doubted the wisdom of the library system in putting sexually explicit material in the banned book display. “You’re bating kids to come in, in my mind,” Morgan said. “I get all of the First Amendment arguments but we need to exhibit some common sense in our actions. “This is just more salt in an open wound.”
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Housing Development Approved for Higher Density Appeals Board Overturns Planning Commission By Dick Myers Editor
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Oyster Shells Recycling Program at Convenience Centers Between June 2014 and December 2016, St. Mary’s County’s six Convenience Centers have collected 23.91 tons (or 683 bushels) of used oyster shells which are used as substrate on which to plant new oysters in the Chesapeake Bay. The effort is part of the Oyster Recovery Partnership’s (ORP’s) Shell Recycling Alliance (SRA) program. Natural oyster shell is vital to a healthy oyster population because it is the preferred material for oyster larvae to attach and grow. Every half shell can host up to 10 spat, or baby oysters. Once collected, the oyster shell is aged outside for a year, washed and set with spat by the University of Maryland Center for Environmental
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The St Mary’s County Board of Appeals has once again overturned a planning commission decision on a major project. The appeals board had previously overturned the planners’ denial of the Hollywood Commercial Center. This time the appeals board Oct. 12 unanimously approved, over a 5-2 planning commission denial, the expansion for the number of units in the final phases of the Woods at Myrtle Point development off Route 4. The request of Curtis Development Corporation of Prince Frederick was to add 76 units to previous approvals and to convert 31 single-family homes into 110 luxury condominiums. During the decision after two hours of testimony in the second day of hearings, appeals board member Peter Egeli said, “I can’t think what the planning commission was thinking. Why didn’t they use the same logic?” What they were thinking, according to planning commission member Clarke Guy was “I feel there are too many units for that site.” Commission Vice Chair Shelby Guazzo added, it’s a “troublesome decision to make. Seventy-six (units) to me is too much for the neighborhood.” One of the concerns of the planners and residents who testified against the proposal was the traffic impact of the additional units on the Patuxent Boulevard/Route 4 intersection which the state considers to be a failing, or “F” intersection. But the developer’s traffic consultant Mike Lenhart, a former SHA official, said the new plan would not change things. He said the developer had mitigated the situation with a traffic light and additional lanes. Residents who spoke against the project disagreed, calling the study “flawed.” A Power Point presentation from residents Julie Delaney and Walter Tyson, on be-
half of themselves and three other residents, said the plans change would pour too much additional traffic onto narrow Myrtle Point Road. But Lenhart argued to the appeals board that actual traffic would be reduced by their plan because most of the condominium residents would have the option of using the development’s main entrance. Entrances onto Myrtle Point Road would be reduced from 12 to two, he explained. Developer’s attorney Christopher Longmore argued that the appeals board had six criteria to consider and his client met five of the six and the sixth didn’t apply because the commissioners had rescinded the county’s growth policy. During the several days of hearings before the two public bodies, Longmore noted there were also a significant number of the development’s residents who supported the new proposal. Matt Hudson said traffic from the development wasn’t the problem, it was traffic coming off the bridge from Calvert County “If you can somehow limit Calvert,” he suggested to laughs from the appeals board members. The proposed luxury condominiums do not currently meet the zoning for the area they are proposed to be located. But they do meet the new Lexington Park Development District Master Plan and thus would presumably be subject to the zoning to permit that plan whenever the commissioners vote on it. The appeals board approval was thus contingent on the proper zoning for the property being ultimately approved. With the approval of the additional units, the development’s total buildout will be 443 units. The final sections will also include a community center with a pool and day-care facility. Under the revised plan that community center was relocated to a more central location in the development.
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Joint Warrant Sweep Nets Arrest On 10/10/17, members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and the Charles County Sheriff’s Office, participated in a joint warrant sweep. The warrant sweep took place in St. Mary’s County, with the focus on locating those with warrants from other jurisdictions who are residing in St. Mary’s County. As a result of the combined efforts of Southern Maryland Law Enforcement Agencies, the following sixteen individuals were arrested:
standing Child Support Warrant. (No Photo Available) Lexi Alice Waterman, age 20, of Hollywood, was charged with FTA/Driving While Suspended on a District Court Warrant. (No Photo Available) Randall William Plummer, age 28, of California, was charged with Violation of Probation on a outstanding warrant. (No Photo Available) Zachary Scott Llewellyn, age 25, of California, was charged with FTA/Driving While Suspended on a District Court Warrant. (No Photo Available) Geoffrey Michael Lawrence, age 35, of California, was charged with FTA/
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Derrick Alan Boyd Sr., age 47, with no fixed address, was charged with Driving While Suspended, and Theft, on District Court Warrants, and two outstanding Child Support Warrants were also served. Travis Benjamin Ridgely, age 30, of Hollywood, was served with an out-
Nilema Kenise Baldwin, age 30, of Lexington Park, was charged with FTA/ Driving While Suspended on a District Court Warrant. (No Photo Available) Maria Eunice Docarmo, age 50, of Lexington Park, was charged with FTA/CDS Possession not Marijuana on a District Court Warrant. (No Photo Available) Amber Renee Stewart, age 30, of Callaway, was charged with Violation of Probation on an outstanding warrant. (No Photo Available) Heather Nicole Lacey, age 29, of Drayden, was charged with Violation of Probation on an outstanding warrant. (No Photo Available)
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CSM Named Among Top U.S. State Attorneys General Suing Community Colleges U.S. Department of Education Eligible to Compete for $1 Million Prize The College of Southern Maryland has been named today as one of 150 community colleges nationwide that are eligible to compete for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance in America’s community colleges. CSM was selected from a pool of nearly 1,000 public two-year colleges nationwide to compete for the $1-million Aspen Prize. “CSM’s invitation to apply is a testament to our innovative initiatives across the college,” said CSM President Maureen Murphy. “These are exciting times for the College of Southern Maryland. We are moving the needle in student success, and the invitation from the Aspen Institute recognizes the efforts by CSM’s many dedicated staff and faculty who are working in concert to see positive changes occur in student outcomes.”
Awarded every two years since 2011, the Aspen Prize recognizes institutions with outstanding achievements in four areas: learning; certificate and degree completion; employment and earnings; and high levels of access and success for minority and low-income students. CSM moves into the next round of the competition for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence by submitting an application to be reviewed through a rigorous evaluation for a spot on the top-10 Aspen Prize finalists list. These finalists will be named next May after which the Aspen Institute conducts site visits with each of the finalists and collects additional quantitative data. Winners including a grand prize winner as well as finalists with distinction and rising stars will be announced in spring 2019. For information on the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program visit http://highered.aspeninstitute.org/ aspen-prize/. For information on CSM, visit www.csmd.edu. From CSM
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today led a coalition of 18 states in suing the U.S. Department of Education and Secretary Betsy DeVos for refusing to enforce the Gainful Employment Rule, a federal regulation designed to protect students from predatory for-profit schools. Today’s filing was co-led by Maryland Attorney General Frosh and Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro. The complaint, filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, alleges that the Department of Education violated federal law by refusing to enforce the Gainful Employment Rule, which implements the requirement in the Higher Education Act that all for-profit schools, all vocational schools, and non-degree programs at all other schools “prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation.” The Gainful Employment Rule has two important aspects. First, it empowers prospective students to make informed decisions by requiring schools to provide information about the program’s average debt load, the loan repayment rate of all students who enroll in the program, the percentage of students who graduate from the program, the number of graduates who obtain employment in a field related
to the program, and the average earnings of graduates. Second, the Gainful Employment Rule assesses whether schools’ programs provide education and training to their students that lead to earnings that will allow students to pay back their student loan debts. If the programs fail the objective metrics, federal student loans and grants would no longer be provided to those programs. On July 5, 2017 and August 18, 2017, the Department announced its intent to delay large portions of the Gainful Employment Rule without soliciting, receiving, or responding to any comment from any stakeholder or member of the public, and without engaging in a public deliberative process. The Department has also publicly stated that it has no plans to calculate the necessary metrics to determine whether programs are failing the Gainful Employment Rule’s minimum requirements. State attorneys general argue in their lawsuit that the delays have no legal justification and the Department’s actions are “arbitrary and capricious and an abuse of discretion.” From Christine Tobar, Deputy Director of Communications, Maryland Office of the Attorney General
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MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION MD 5 (Point Lookout Road) Roadway Improvement project The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) invites interested persons to attend an informational meeting about the roadway widening project along the MD 5 corridor in Scotland, St. Mary’s County. The project will extend for approximately two miles along MD 5 from the Point Lookout Road causeway to south of Camp Brown Road. The newly widened road will improve safety and traffic operations along MD 5, which serves as the only entrance to Point Lookout State Park for residents, recreational vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, and park users. A bicycle trail from the Point Lookout State Park ranger station to the causeway is also proposed. WHAT: The informational meeting will familiarize attendees with the road widening project and provide an opportunity to discuss project details. Maps and displays will provide project information, and MDOT SHA representatives will be available to answer project-related questions. A brief presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m., however; you may arrive at any time during meeting hours and walk through at your own pace. WHEN: Thursday, November 2, 2017, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Ridge Fire Department Hall, 13820 Point Lookout Road, Ridge, MD 20680 CONTACT: Ms. Virginia Collier, Transportation Design Engineer, Office of Highway Development, Maryland State Highway Administration, 707 N. Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-545-8468 (toll-free: 1-888-228-5003); vcollier@sha.state.md.us. For more information on this project, visit www.roads.maryland.gov. Click on Projects, MDOT SHA Projects Page, Type MD 5 in the map search box, select MD 5, Point Lookout Road THE CAUSEWAY TO SOUTH OF CAMP BROWN ROAD from the dropdown menu, then click Additional Project Information on the callout box. REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE: The Maryland Relay Service can assist teletype users at 7-1-1. Persons requiring assistance to participate, such as an interpreter for hearing/speech difficulties or assistance with the English language, should contact Ms. Collier by October 26, 2017. Gregory I. Slater State Highway Administrator
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Former CSM Student Athlete Helps Start Nonprofit The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) was a pivotal stop in Deb (Woolwine) Rigney’s life. Rigney grew up in New Carrolton, attending schools in a system where, at that time, few of her friends went on to college, she said. She was an all-star volleyball player but was unsure what her next step would be after graduation. It turned out that volleyball was key to that next step. Rigney was recruited in 1985 to play for CSM (then Charles County Community College) by Head Volleyball Coach Nila Toribio-Straka. Toribio-Straka’s team had participated in the National Junior College Athletic Association National Championships the year before. With an eye for her team to earn a repeat appearance at Nationals, Toribio-Straka offered Rigney, a 6’1” middle hitter, an athletic scholarship and a chance to pursue an associate degree. Rigney and Toribio-Straka reminisced about those days during a recent visit to CSM’s La Plata Campus. Rigney said that the college was the environment she needed at that time to turn around her performance as a student. Toribio-Straka created a challenging practice schedule for her young athletes, putting together a notably competitive team that made it to the NJCAA national championships at Miami Dade Community College in Florida four years in a row. In 1985, Rigney’s first year, the Hawks made it all the way to the finals, finishing as national runner-ups. In 1986, Rigney received AllAmerican status as she was named to the NJCAA Volleyball All-American 2nd team. Toribio-Straka took pride in her players not only on the court but off the court as well. “My whole goal is to not just train volleyball players, but it’s about teaching life skills and preparing for life,” ToribioStraka said. With the assistance of an academic adviser specifically assigned to the sports teams, Toribio-Straka made sure that the athletes on the team paid attention to their academic opportunities as well as their sports-related ones. Many of her players graduated with a 3.0 and higher and received volleyball scholarships at four-year institutions, she said.
Rigney graduated from the college in 1987 with an associate degree in general studies and received a full scholarship to University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa. “I felt prepared. I was ready,” Rigney said about continuing her education at USF. “Coming to CSM helped me get in shape both physically and mentally.” After graduating from USF with a bachelor’s degree in communication, Rigney married her husband, Scott, and moved to Carmel, Indiana. They adopted two children, Cooper, now 14, from Russia and Piper, now 9, from China. Fourteen years ago, the Rigneys began a life-changing journey as they traveled to Russia to pick up their then 9-month-old son, Cooper, during the adoption process. The process took more than one trip, and it provided sufficient exposure to the plight of that country’s orphans that Deb and her husband were moved to action. “We just couldn’t get the idea that so many children won’t have a family. It just put a fire in our hearts to help some of the children left behind,” Deb Rigney said. In response to this new sense of mission, in 2012 the Rigneys helped form a nonprofit, BarnRaisers of Indiana. The organization is designed to address children’s issues locally and abroad. “We primarily focus on raising and distributing funds for sustainable projects that can improve the health and quality of orphaned and/or under-privileged children and youth,” Deb Rigney said. BarnRaisers of Indiana have since raised close to half a million dollars through activities like golf tournaments, raffles, bingo events and auctions. With those funds, the organization has paid for handicap ramps, projects for schools for the deaf, shelters and more in Indiana. Internationally, the group has assisted with a community health center for the BriBri indigenous tribe in Costa Rica, clean drinking water and an orphanage in Haiti, an anti-human trafficking project in India, an orphanage in Nepal, school classrooms in Guatemala, the Shaddra School for Street Kids in India and a chicken project at an orphanage in Kenya. From CSM
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Leonardtown was awash in rose colored hues last week as “Pink Friday” was celebrated on October 6th. Local artists created very detailed decorated bras for the Uplifting Designs contest/ fundraiser sponsored by the St. Mary’s County Arts Council. Generous donations were made by those who casted their “votes” for their favorites in the form of donations with all proceeds forwarded to the Breast Cancer Outreach Program at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. Many of the participating businesses also dedicated a portion of their sales to this important cause. Other highlights of the evening included the unveiling of the very first Public Art Project in the heart of the
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Dog Walk Helps Pet of the Week Fight Cancer MEET MAIZE Hello, my name is Maize and I came to the shelter as a stray. None of my friends here know why no one came looking for me. I’m SO SWEET, enjoy hanging out with people, and even let folks dress me up! I’m a two year old spayed female and I’m really hoping to have a HOME by Halloween! I will be your BEST Halloween treat ever!! PLEASE CHOOSE ME!! And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in the house! Come adopt today! If you are looking for a cat to love, October is the month to adopt. Senior cats 6 years and older will be $10, ages 1-5 will be $25, and kittens younger than a year old will be $50. Hurry in to adopt your new best friend! Visit the amazing gang at Tri-County Animal Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-9321713 for more information. To see more wonderful animals available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County Animal Shelter Southern MD.
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Oyster Population Still At Risk By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Last year during oyster season Tommy Zinn, president of the Calvert County Watermen’s Association, had about 18 boats coming into the dock on Solomons Island to sell him oysters; this year there is just a fraction of that. He said it’s shaping up to be a slow year despite last year’s much more abundant oyster haul; oystering continues to be an uncertain industry in Maryland. The native bivalve continues to battle disease, weather and water quality, Zinn said, in its bid to survive and thrive. Watermen had become hopeful in recent years as the native oyster available for harvesting had become more abundant. “In the last five to seven years there was a relative comeback with an increase in the harvest and the oysters were a little more resistant to the MSX and dermo,” Zinn told The County Times. The two diseases have caused significant die-offs of oysters over the past several decades. Zinn said there was a strong spat strike — when larval oysters take to oyster shell on the bottom of the watershed and grow — about four years ago and watermen had benefited from it for a while. But that now seems to be dwindling, he said. Jason Hiss, a Lusby waterman who dives for oysters, still holds out hope that the native oyster can make a comeback but those like him seem to pin their hopes on weather and water quality being favorable year by year. “There’s ups and downs to everything,” Hiss said. “All it takes is a good year of growth.” Hiss said last year he could dive and find 30-bushels worth of oysters to bring to market in just about three-tofour hours of work; his haul Monday morning was less than 10 baskets. Zinn said getting that one good year of growth for oysters is an elusive goal. “Water quality is a big factor,” Zinn said. “And sewerage treatment plants affect that, too. “Overflows of pollutants affect non-moving aquatic life more than moving ones.” What’s more, while relatively high salinity levels are good for oyster growth and reproduction, too much salinity helps breed MSX and dermo that kill the bi-valve, Zinn said. “Everything has to be favorable to allow for natural oys-
ter production,” Zinn said. Zinn said he believed the future of natural oyster production and harvesting had little promise. One key issue was the state’s continued refusal to open up what was once-prime harvesting bottom, known as oyster sanctuaries, to commercial watermen, said Zinn. “[Gov. Martin] O’Malley closed off 24 percent of the oyster fishery but that took away 75 percent of the most productive areas as well,” Zinn said. Still, Southern Maryland residents are expected to flock to the U.S. Oyster Festival held at the Leonardtown Fairgrounds this weekend Oct. 21 and Oct. 22 to celebrate and take their fill of the delicacy in any number of forms from raw to its inclusion in all sorts of dishes. Though the oyster may still be struggling, it remains in high demand at such venues and some of the best shuckers will compete in speed competitions to move on to the world championships in Ireland. But the dwindling abundance of native oysters means that watermen often have to make longer boat trips to get a chance for a good harvest. “I go where the money is,” Hiss said. Willie Dean, president of the St. Mary’s County Watermen’s Association, agreed. But it’s not just oysters that are harder to find, it’s crabs and fish as well. “They’re all moving further north,” Dean said. The abundance of marine life for harvest in the bay and its watershed simply was not what it once was. Not many St. Mary’s watermen have started oystering, Dean said, because of the sluggish growth in oysters. “The oysters didn’t grow, that’s the problem,” said Dean. “It was too hot and dry.” Oysters must be at least three inches in length to be legally harvested, he said. While oysters can survive in such conditions, they tend not to increase in size. Many watermen are continuing to crab while they still can in hopes that power dredging, which opens up Nov. 1, will yield better oyster hauls. “It’s nothing great, but it’s something to do,” Dean said of the continuing crab season. The St. Mary’s River has remained a bastion of strong oyster production in recent years, he said, and watermen are hoping it will once again yield a good harvest. “There was a beautiful spat strike there last year and
Tommy Zinn, center, president of the Calvert County Watermen’s Association, speaks with U.S. Rep Steny Hoyer about an oyster seeding project in the Chesapeake Bay. Photos by Guy Leonard.
the year before,” Dean said. “We’re just hoping that they grew.” Chris Judy, Shellfish Division Director for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, said the last strong spat set for oysters was back in 2012, and that was a problem for the oysters’ long-term health. “This season is going to be less than last year,” Judy said. “That was expected but not welcome.” For the past 20 years harvests have ranged from just below 100,000 bushels to a high of about 400,000, he said, but those are just a fraction of the 1.5 million to 2.5 million bushels from before the 1980s. The twin scourges of MSX and dermo caused the massive die-offs in the 1980s that the fishery never completely recovered from, Judy said. “We’re operating at a new floor,” he said. Sanctuaries, though not popular with watermen, do increase the brood stock of native oysters, but that brood stock has yet to accomplish its main goal. “So far we haven’t see a bay-wide jump in spat set,” Judy said. The state is also focusing on bringing back the best habitat for oysters, which is their shells. In recent years, with the decline of the shucking house industry in Maryland, their counterparts in Virginia have purchased them and are selling empty shells back to Maryland. “Shell is essential for spat set,” Judy said. “We’re buying shells back in as high a quantity as we can. “But shells are less available than they used to be.” The objective is to recreate the most favorable environment for oysters to grow but it’s a tedious and difficult process. “A series of poor spat sets will produce a decline,” Judy said. “[The historic oyster population] is greatly reduced… we’re doing all we can to bring it back. “But progress is slow.” While the state and watermen are looking for solutions to restore the bay and its marine life, Dean said watermen have to be more resourceful than ever. “A waterman in this day and age has got to diversify, he has to be able to crab, to fish, harvest oysters and clams,” Dean said. “You have to do what’s best at the time to survive.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
Gary Coates, of Lottsburg, Va. loads oysters harvested by local waterman Jason Hiss and his crew, onto a conveyor belt into a truck for transport to other buyers at the Waterman’s Wharf in Solomons. Jason Dwyer, of Broomes Island, helps load oysters.
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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Norma Tucker Norma Tucker, 75 of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away at her residence in Mechanicsville, MD on October 14, 2017. Norma was born on January 15, 1942 in Camp Springs, MD to the late Joseph A. Moffett and the late Agnes Louise Thorne. Norma married Thomas Stephen Tucker on July 9, 1960 in Oxon Hill, MD. Norma enjoyed painting pictures, bowling and playing cards. She loved animals. Norma was homemaker. In addition to her parents, Norma was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Stephen Tucker, her son William B. Tucker, her grand-daughter Danielle Griffin, her brother Arthur Moffet (Chubby), and her sister Patricia Barlow (Patsy) . She is survived by her children Thomas W. Tucker, David A. Dahl; Joanna M. Clark, Judith E. Griffith; sisters, Alice M. Miller, Joanne M. Gates; brother, Richard E. Moffett and three grandchildren Stephen, Alexandria and Samantha. Family will receive friends for Norma’s Life Celebration Visitation on Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Funeral Services will be Friday, October 20, 2017 at 11am at BrinsfieldEchols Funeral Home with Pastor Dave Huffman. Interment will be private.
Thomas Lee Cyrus, Sr. AKC Thomas Lee Cyrus, Sr., USN (Ret.) 79, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. He was born in Ray, OH on September 12, 1938 to the late Eldon Ulysses and Ethel (Rader) Cyrus. On July 28, 1961, Thomas married his beloved wife, Kiyoka Cyrus in Fukuoka, Japan who preceded him in death on March 29, 2002. Thomas is survived by his children; Teresa L. Emmart (Thomas) of Mechanicsville, MD and Thomas L. Cyrus, Jr. of St. Inigoes, MD; his grandchildren, Natalie Paige and Meredith Brooke Emmart. In
addition to his parents and wife, he is also preceded in death by his brothers, William Lacy Cyrus Sr. and Marvin Cyrus. In June 1956, Thomas enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served his country until his retirement in October 1974 as a Chief Aviation Storekeeper. During his service, he earned the Good Conduct Medal (5), the National Defense Medal (2) (1 star). After retiring, he continued his employment with the federal government as a supply management specialist and retired after many years of dedicated service. During his younger days, he was a long time member of a band in which he enjoyed playing the electric guitar and singing. His greatest love was for his family, whom he enjoyed spending all his free time with especially his granddaughters. A Graveside Service will be celebrated later at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
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cated years at the Library of Congress as a dependable Senior Librarian. She moved to St. Mary’s County in 2001. She enjoyed gardening and was an excellent home cook, preparing many gourmet meals, including her delicious chili, Swedish meatballs, and shrimp scampi. She was very crafty and a talented artist. She enjoyed painting ceramics, ornaments, stools, furniture and baskets. On March 4, 2016, she married her beloved husband, Randall Howard Hislop III. Nette enjoyed taking long weekends to the Outer Banks where she and her husband often traveled during the spring and fall. She also enjoyed going to Vermont, especially to visit her friend, and her son while he attended college there . Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. In addition to her beloved mother and husband, she is also survived by her children, Thomas Christian Youngblood of West Hartford, CT and Lisa Marie Youngblood of California, MD; her siblings, Anna Charlotte Schou-Zibell (Jan) of Manilla, Philippines and Hans Schou (Kristy) of Mount Pleasant, SC; her grandchildren, Jalen and Reign Handon of California, MD; and many extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her father.
Nette Maria Schou Nette Maria Schou, 55, of Leonardtown, MD died on Monday, October 9, 2017 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Born on August 1, 1962 in Rosered, Sweden, she is the daughter of Lillemor Skytting Schou of Mount Pleasant, SC and the late Thorkil Schou. Nette was born and raised in Sweden. She was athletic and a horse enthusiast since age 10. As an animal lover she had many horses, with her latest horse being Soraya, whom she owned from birth. She was also the owner of Soraya’s mother, Angelica as well as her horse she rode competitively, Caprina. She proudly trained under three different Olympic Gold Medalists in the US and Sweden. She loved her six cats, pot belly pig, mini dachshund, Daisy and her horses. She was an avid skier and ice skater. She was musically inclined and enjoyed playing the flute and the piano. In 1981 she moved from Sweden to Virginia. In 1986, she graduated from George Mason University, earning of Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. She enjoyed playing soccer through her college career. She understood seven languages of which four she was very fluent. She was employed for over 30 dedi-
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Gisela Mayer Gisela Mayer, 60, of Leonardtown, MD died on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born May 24, 1957 in Los Angeles, CA, she is the daughter of the late Juan Bautista Mayer and Margarita Ida Siegrist Mayer Gisela Mayer was a strong, radiant, beautiful and generous woman who lived her life to serve others and most importantly, serve God. There aren’t words enough to describe the incredible person she was and will always be. She was adored by all who knew her. Gisela is survived by her children: Margarita Ramos, Marcos Ramos, and Alex Ramos of Leonardtown, MD; her siblings, Patricia Mayer of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Alex Mayer of Washington, DC, and many extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Drew Royals at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 29119 Point Lookout Road, Morganza, MD 20660. Interment will follow at Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be Nick Laurel, David Limjuco, Alex Mayer, Alex Ra-
mos, Marcos Ramos and Matt Zurkowski. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Johnson Bartholomew Wood, Jr. Johnson Bartholomew Wood, Jr. “Snookums”, 72 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on October 16, 2017 at his home. Born on November 10, 1944 in Leonardtown, MD he was the son of the late Catherine Migonette Russell Wood and Johnson Bartholomew Wood, Sr. Snookum’s was the loving husband of Mary Agnes Wood, whom he married on July 8, 1977 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Mechanicsville, MD. Snookum’s is survived by his children; Becky Stallings (Randy) of Mechanicsville, MD, Katie Wood of Mechanicsville, MD, and 8 grandchildren. Siblings; Charles Joseph Wood of Abell, MD, Barbara Ann Wathen of Mechanicsville, MD, Richard Edward Wood of Mechanicsville, MD. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Mary Margaret Tarleton, Kitty Clarke, and Francis Greenwell Wood. He was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident. Snookum’s was a building service worker for the Maryland State Highway Administration for 27 years, retiring in August, 2007. Snookum’s enjoyed gardening, hunting, baseball, football, wrestling, cars, and NASCAR. As well as, spending time with family, and serenading his love to sleep. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 12:30 PM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Father Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be; Paul Clements, Bobby Wood, Ricky Wood, and Glenn Wood. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Hunter Darby, Raeney King, Jaedin King, Ryan Stallings, Jordan Morgan, John Stallings, Melissa Stallings, and Brandon Stallings. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided by MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.
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It is 12:46am on Friday, October 13, 2017. The last Green Line Metro train leaves from the Navy Yard in 14 minutes. It is also just moments after Nationals OF Bryce Harper struck out to end Game 5 of the NLDS and to leave D.C. sports fans to digest yet another unimaginable, if predictable, playoff defeat. I am…despondent. Jason, make me your next victim. I won’t put up a fight. I won’t even run through the woods and trip in classic corny horror flick style. I simply can’t take this anymore. As my exhausted mind unwinds and my broken D.C. sports fan’s heart starts to heal, again, I ponder the greater sports landscape for something to ease the suffering. There isn’t much; in fact, the two NFL Hall of Famers who come to mind make me feel worse. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a man who has employed and defended some of the NFL’s most dubious characters, is threatening the employment of any Cowboys players who continues to demonstrate during the national anthem. So that’s productive. I hope his bluff is called. But there’s more. Rarely outdueled for ultimate villain status, Jones’s insulated billionaire owner muscle-flex was one-upped by another NFL legend: Mike Ditka. During a recent radio interview with Jim Gray, Ditka, the one-time hard-nosed player and coach turned lovable NFL icon, said “There has been no racial oppression in the last 100 years that I know of.” Wait. What? Ditka quickly apologized for the remark. Fair enough…I guess. Filed under “Forgiven, not forgotten.” This was not the tonic I sought in the aftermath of another D.C. team being consumed by “The Darkness” – the evil sports curse enveloping the District. No, that isn’t’ melodramatic. Consider the resumes of the ‘Skins, Wizards, Capitals and Nats since the days of grunge: no championships since 1992; no playoff “final four” appearances since 1998; and a combined 4-14 record in the last 18 deciding playoff games. The Darkness is so powerful that the Chicago Cubs - the one-time poster franchise for curses and perpetual heartache – felt destined to be touched
by game-winning good fortune. What the billy goat and Bartman once were, The Darkness now is. How did this happen? The first twenty years of my life were a fan’s joyride: three Super Bowl wins by the ‘Skins, an Orioles’ World Series title in 1983, an always good if not great Capitals team and even a faint memory of the Bullets’ 1978 Championship. But since the ‘Skins’ 1992 championship, since becoming an adult, sports have brought me, in the immortal words of a growling Clubber Lang, “paaaaaaaaain”. Like a spouse in a dysfunctional marriage, I watch knowing something bad will happen, but I can’t look away out of some unhealthy duty. I should have been prepared for this; the self-loathing is unjustified and a bit pathetic. How many times did my parents tell me childhood and adolescence encompass the best years of your life? That a rising personal odometer coincides with more aches and pains, responsibility and worry…and less resilience to deal with it all. That with each year a layer of your youth-onion is peeled away, leaving you a little less carefree and little more cynical. That time exposes you to the truth about our flawed (maybe fatally) species and the world’s very serious ills. In this way, we live in reverse. Life starts and, for the fortunate, ends in diapers, but much of the goodness – at least the sustained, unbounded joy - is front-loaded. I knew this already; it was unnecessary for my sports teams to so perfectly embody it. But since I’m self-soothing with sports-life parallels, here’s another: both offer recurring opportunities to renew the pursuit of happiness. In sports, it’s the rejuvenating and recurring hope of a new season; in life, it’s the promise accompanying each new day. I suppose I’ll find comfort in that and attempt to overlook the depressing site that’s now on my television screen: the Cubs enjoying a locker room champagne shower at my expense. A toast then, to getting older and to next season. If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. Cheers. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com
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Thursday, October 19
Women In Leadership Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, 22156 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park MD 20653 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Please join the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of Women In Defense (WID) for our Women In Leadership event featuring guest speaker Leslie Taylor, the Executive Director of NavalAir Warfare Center Aircraft Division/ Deputy Assistant Commander for Test and Evaluation, NavalAir Systems Command. She will be providing a motivational speech on the highlights and challenges of her career journey. It will also provide a networking opportunity and chance for the public to meet the new WID Board. Cunning Folk and Conjurors: Folk Magic in Colonial America Historic St. Mary’s City, Visitor Center Auditorium, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join Dr. Kelly Arehart, Manager of Interpretation and Visitors’ Services at George Washington’s Fredericksburg Foundation, for a presentation of her work, Cunning Folk and Conjurors: Folk Magic in Colonial America. This free lecture examines how Europeans and Africans brought their traditions with them to the New World, and how Americans’ understanding of “magic” changed through the 17th and 18th centuries. (240) 895-4990 or info@HSMCdigshistory. org. www.hsmcdigshistory.org/event/ lecture-5/?instance_id=21722
Friday, October 20
Insurance Consumer Info Opportunity in St. Mary’s Co. 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM The Maryland Insurance Administration, a state regulatory agency, will offer a variety of consumer materials on all types of insurance products from annuities to title insurance and health, auto and homeowners insurance. Bay Montessori Prospective Parent Meeting 20525 Willows Rd. Lexington Park, MD 20653 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Join us for a tour of the campus and the chance to observe in one of our classrooms. Bay offers an Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School program. We provide individualized teaching and a well rounded curriculum including Math, Science, Language, History, Art, Music, and STEM. Hawktoberfest Fall Festival St. Mary’s College of Maryland 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Come out and join St. Mary’s College of Maryland for a full weekend of festive fall activities during Hawktoberfest, Oct.
20—22. The annual event attracts more than 1,000 visitors to the College’s waterfront campus each year. Hawktoberfest weekend is comprised of a variety of free and low-cost events for community members, students and their families. For a full list of events and to register for any event for that weekend, visit www.smcm.edu/ events/hawktoberfest. Registration is now open through Thursday, Oct. 12. SMS Rhythm & Riches 2017 Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, Hollywood, Maryland 6:00 PM A $50 ticket enters you in the raffle for a chance to win one of 15 cash prizes from $100 to $10,000! A $60 ticket enters you in the raffle and also allows entry into the concert featuring The Amish Outlaws and Robbie Boothe. Food & Alcohol will be available for purchase. www.rhythmandriches.com TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT (VFW 2632) VFW Post 2632, 23282 Three Notch Rd. (Rt 235) 7:00 PM NO LIMIT TEXAS HOLDEM TOURNAMENT. $50 Buyin ($40 Prize Pool + $10 Charity). Optional $10 Add-On (Receive an extra $1000 and 50/50 Entry). Sign In is from 6:20 PM to 6:45 PM, Tournament starts at 7PM. Early Bird Bonus: Register and PAY by 6:45 PM and receive an extra $500. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. For more information or to pre-register contact Brian: Email: poker@vfw2632.com; Cell: 240-925-4000 Ghosts of Sotterley Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD 20636 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Beginning at 7:00 p.m. tours leave every 15 minutes. Check sotterley.org for details.
Saturday, October 21
Hawktoberfest Fall Festival St. Mary’s College of Maryland 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come out and join St. Mary’s College of Maryland for a full weekend of festive fall activities during Hawktoberfest, Oct. 20—22. The annual event attracts more than 1,000 visitors to the College’s waterfront campus each year. Hawktoberfest weekend is comprised of a variety of free and low-cost events for community members, students and their families. For a full list of events and to register for any event for that weekend, visit www.smcm.edu/ events/hawktoberfest. Registration is now open through Thursday, Oct. 12. FIRST SAINTS COMMUNITY YARD SALE First Saints Community Church 25550 Point lookout Rd. Leonardtown MD 7:00 AM - 12 Noon Come on out to our yearly Nearly New Sale. We’ve got tons of treasures! Furniture, yard supplies, decor, accesso-
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ries, holiday decorations, toys and games. Enjoy indoor shopping. All proceeds go to support community outreach ministries including Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen. SMAWL Rescue Fun Run & Trail Walk 2017 St. Mary’s City Visitor Center—18751 Hogaboom Lane St. Marys City 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 5k Fun Run & Trail Walk along the beautiful waterfront of Historic St. Mary’s City. PETS ARE WELCOME. Supports SMAWL (St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League). Awards and refreshments will follow the run. A SMAWL Dog Reunion with Group Photo will take place after the awards! Bring your SMAWL canine alumni! All SMAWL dog alumni will receive a reunion bandana. Reunion t-shirts will also be available for human companions. Early Registration (thru 20 October)—$25 per individual 12 yrs and older, $15 ages 7-12, and free for under 7 yrs. Check out active.com or contact info@smawl.org. Seasonal Farmer’s Market Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD 20636 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Check sotterley.org for details. Keep Your Water Well 26737 Radio Station Way, Leonardtown, MD 20650 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Have questions about your private well? Learn how to provide safe drinking water for your family. Join us for a FREE seminar! Approximately 1 million residents rely on private drinking water systems in Maryland. While these homeowners are responsible for checking their drinking water quality and maintaining their private wells, most homeowners may not know what they need to be doing. On Saturday, October 21, 2017, the University of Maryland Extension will offer St. Mary’s County residents the opportunity to learn about their private wells and how to ensure safe drinking water for their families. The clinic will be held at the Agricultural Services Building in Leonardtown from 9:30am to 11:00am. The local Department of Health will provide information about local drinking water concerns for well-users. University of Maryland Extension Educators will explain how private drinking water systems work, what steps to take to maintain the well, and how to ensure that residents have safe drinking water. Participants will have time to ask questions regarding their own drinking water concerns. Only 60 openings are available for this program, and registration is required. Online Registration: ter.ps/SMWellH2O Rabies Clinic Huntingtown High School, 4125 Solomons Island Road 10:00 AM - 12 Noon Clinics will be held from 10 a.m. to
noon. Proof of prior vaccination is required to receive the three-year vaccine. Eligible pets include cats, dogs and ferrets in carriers or on leashes and muzzled if necessary. This is an open-air clinic with no special facilities to vaccinate animals that cannot be restrained (feral animals or stray animals) by their owners. Calvert County pet licenses will also be available at the rabies clinics. Pet licenses are $7 for spayed or neutered pets (proof required) and $20 for those not spayed or neutered. A Calvert County pet license must be renewed every year and is required for all cats and dogs age five months and older. Ferrets are not required to have a license. For more information, call the Calvert County Health Department at 410-535-5400 or 410-535-3922. Visit online at www.calverthealth.org Trick-or-Treat on the Square Leonardtown Square 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Trick-or-treating, pet costume contest, crafts and face painting. 301-475-9791 Purse & BagBingo Mechanicsville Vol. Fire Dept. Social Hall 28165 Hills Club Road, Mechanicsville, MD 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 pm. Bingo starts at 6:00 pm. Advanced Sales: $20 book of regular games. Purchase by October 13, 2017. At the door: $25 book of regular games. Haunted Ship Historic St. Mary’s City, Maryland Dove and State House, 47414 Old State House Road, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Wear your costume to trick-or-treat at the State House and the Maryland Dove. Donation. (240) 895-4990 or info@HSMCdigshistory.org. www. HSMCdigshistory.org. Bingo Every Saturday Mother Catherine Academy 33883 Chaptico Road Mechanicsville Md 20659 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM SATURDAY NIGHT BINGO! Doors open at 5 pm Early Birds start at 6:30 pm. Regular Games start at 7:00 pm. $10 admission (includes one regular book). Progressive Money Ball! Door prizes. Concessions: Weekly specials along with regulars Pizza, Cheeseburgers,Hamburgers,Hot dogs and French Fries. Pull Tabs 1000.00 dollar payouts with some having multiple winners. Down lines and 3 Balls! $50 Early Birds. Either/Or Blackout 100.00. $100 Regular Games. Specials Guaranteed 200.00. Quickie 100.00. Bonanza 54# OR LESS 500.00 Consolation 100.00. Jackpot in 54 numbers or less $1000 (Progressive—$200 added each week). Consolation $500. Winner Take All Special. We are located on Route 238 Chaptico Road just one mile
off of Route 5. Call 301-884-3165 for more information. Visit our website www.mothercatherine.org for Jackpot and Moneyball update. ELKS Texas Holdem St Mary’s County Elks Lodge 7:00 PM PLAYER APPRECIATION TOURNAMENT. No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Tournament. $100 Buy in = 15,000 chips. 100% paid out to the players $80 to the prize pool and $20 Bounty chip. Earn a BOUNTY chip worth $20 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. Top Ten percent places will be paid. (65 or more players will pay the final table). Blinds start at 25-50 and will increase every 20 minutes. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem : $1$2 no limit. Omaha Hi/Lo : $.50—$1 no limit (starts at 4pm). Please enter through the side of the building. Questions: James Dean 240-577-0828. Email: jdeanjunior@ yahoo.com Ghosts of Sotterley Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD 20636 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Beginning at 7:00 p.m. tours leave every 15 minutes. Check sotterley.org for details. Swing and Ballroom Dance Little Flower School, Route 5, Great Mills 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Learn some new dance steps this fall! Come for a beginner-level dance lesson from 7-8 p.m., and stay for dancing to music of all kinds from 8-11 p.m. No experience required! Singles always welcome! Bring a snack to share; water will be provided. Cost: $10 per person. The dance
is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus of Holy Face Church. For more information, e-mail somdballroom@gmail.com or call 315-250-5110. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SoMdBallroom/.
Sunday, October 22
Knights of Columbus Breakfast St. Francis Xavier Hall, 21370 Newtowne Neck Rd. Leonardtown MD 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM Knights of Columbus Benefit Breakfast for Helpful Hooves Equine Therapy. Regular and Blueberry Pancakes, Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, or Biscuit with Sausage Gravy, Coffee, & Juice. Free Will Donation. The Helpful Hooves organization improves the lives of young adults with physical and mental disabilities using horses and horse related activities. SMCSO MURPH Fitness Challenge 23145 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650 9:00 AM - 12 Noon On October 22, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff ’s Office Recruitment Committee will host a Cross Fit style MURPH WOD (workout of the day) at Meidzinski Park in Leonardtown. Everyone 16 years of age or older is welcome to participate. Preregister before September 25th for a FREE T-SHIRT! Register at www.smcsomurph. eventbrite.com. For questions, contact Lt. Eva Jones at 301.475.4200 ext. *8069 or by email at eva.jones@stmarysmd.com. Hawktoberfest Fall Festival St. Mary’s College of Maryland 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Come out and join St. Mary’s College of Maryland for a full weekend of festive fall activities during Hawktoberfest, Oct. 20—22. The annual event attracts more
than 1,000 visitors to the College’s waterfront campus each year. Hawktoberfest weekend is comprised of a variety of free and low-cost events for community members, students and their families. For a full list of events and to register for any event for that weekend, visit www.smcm.edu/ events/hawktoberfest. Registration is now open through Thursday, Oct. 12. Sacred Heart Church Annual Fall Dinner 23080 Maddox Road, Bushwood, MD 20618 12 Noon - 4:00 PM Sacred Heart will be hosting their Annual Fall Dinner on October 22nd in their Parish Hall from 12 noon—4 p.m. Menu includes: fried oysters, stuffed ham, turkey w/dressing & gravy, sweet potatoes, parsley potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, beets, roll and beverage. Cost is: adults $26, children 12 and under $6 and drivethru carry-outs $26. We will also have a Country Store, Bake Table and Raffle. Please join us! St. Mary’s Ryken Open House St. Mary’s Ryken, 22600 Camp Calvert Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (Romuald Hall) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Your future awaits at St. Mary’s Ryken! Parents and students are invited to join us to get to know our school, students and faculty. Meet and Greet with Administrators, Admissions Presentation, Student-led Campus Tours, SMR Expo— Learn about Athletics and Extracurricular Activities, Discover the benefits of our College Preparatory, Honors, Advanced Placement and Scholars Program curriculum. For more information go to: smrhs. org/admissions.
LEGALS Legal Notice COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FIRE SPRINKLER AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLATION The Commissioners of Leonardtown are seeking proposals from interested companies to install a dry, automatic fire sprinkler system and a fire alarm system in the Town Hall located at 22670 Washington Street, Leonardtown. All work should be done in accordance with NFPA-13 and state and local codes. Parties interested in submitting a proposal should contact the Town Administrator by calling 301-4759791 or by email at Laschelle.mckay@leonardtownmd.gov. A site visit is recommended to obtain an understanding of the project. Proposals will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 17, 2017. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids, vary the specifications of those set forth, and impose such additional or further specifications as, in its discretion, it determines to be in the public interest. By authority: Laschelle McKay, Town Administrator
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Bay Montessori Open House 20525 Willows Rd. Lexington Park, MD 20653 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bay Montessori will host an Open House on Sunday, October 22nd, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Bay offers an Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School program. We provide individualized teaching and a well rounded curriculum including Math, Science, Language, History, Art, Music, and STEM. Join us for a tour of our campus and let our teachers share with you the benefit your children will gain from a Montessori environment. Shady Rill in Concert Historic St. Mary’s City, Visitor Center Auditorium, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Patti Casey and Tom MacKenzie, performing together as Shady Rill, return to Historic St. Mary’s City on October 22. Patti and Tom’s careers collectively span decades. With richly diverse musical influences that stretch from the British Isles to Québec to deepest Appalachia, Patti and Tom breathe new depth into and give a refreshing take on traditional acoustic music.The duo will present a program of traditional and original harmonies and skilled instrumentation. The performance will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the Visitor Center Auditorium. Admission is $15 per person ($12 Friends members) at the door. (240) 895-4990; info@HSMCdigshistory. org; www.hsmcdigshistory.org/event/ shady-rill-concert/?instance_id=22365. For more information on Shady Rill: www. shadyrillmusic.com/home.
Legal Notice
IN THE MATTER OF MANDY KAY MCTAVISH FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO KAY MCTAVISH ECKERT In the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland Case No.: C-18-FM-17-414 Notice (Adult) (DOM REL 61) The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which she seeks to change her name from Mandy Kay McTavish to Kay McTavish Eckert. The petitioner is seeking a name change because: I got married and I wanted to keep my maiden name as my middle name. I would like to shift my middle name and discard my first name, as I do not wish to have four names to write when I sign my name. I prefer Kay over Mandy. Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 26th day of November, 2017. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and served upon the Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 1-321. Failure to file an objection or affidavit within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the granting of the relief sought. JOAN W. WILLIAMS, Clerk of the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County Maryland October 13, 2017
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Thursday, October 19, 2017 Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 1658 Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
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Medstar Medicare Choice Leaving St. Mary’s County
In 2015, Medstar Choice, a Medicare Advantage plan began offering coverage to St. Mary’s County Medicare beneficiaries as an alternate to receiving benefits from the traditional Medicare program. Effective Jan. 1, 2018, these policies will no longer be offered in St. Mary’s and those who are currently enrolled will be automatically enrolled back into the traditional Medicare Part A & B program. At this time it is not known if another company will offer a Medicare Advantage plan in our area. This change does not affect anyone enrolled in the Medstar Family Choice Medicaid program. It is important that individuals affected by this loss of coverage seek out enrollment into a Medicare Part D prescription plan and possibly a Medicare Medigap policy as well. Anyone who needs assistance reviewing their options may call the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services at 301-475-4200, ext. *1050, to schedule an appointment.
Cancer: Thriving & Surviving Workshop
A workshop for those who are dealing with or who have had cancer will take place at the Loffler Senior Activity Center for six consecutive Thursdays from 1-3:30 p.m. beginning Oct. 26 and continuing through Dec. 7. This Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is being offered for free; topics include healthy eating, creating a physical activity program, managing stress, working with health care providers, better communication with family, friends, coworkers and providers, managing emotions and relationships, managing fatigue and effects of treatment. Pre-registration is required. Sign up by calling 301-475-6019.
Mystery in the Library & Luncheon
Come join us at The Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, Oct. 31 at 10
a.m.-1 p.m. for a mystery lunch! The other night in the library, when many characters were out of their books enjoying a sojourn in the night air, a crime was committed, grim and grave, right in our own library. As a result his Majesty Henry VIII – that famous monarch from the English history books – has disappeared. Gathered at the party are the characters that were present in the library at the time of the nasty deed. Fortunately Master Sherlock Holmes will be there to investigate, so the perpetrator of this heinous crime will no doubt be revealed as the morning proceeds. You will help question the characters and mingle with them as you become part of the investigation! Lunch will be served as part of this mystery party. Dress up as your favorite storybook character and your name will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket!! Lunch for the day will be meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, seasoned greens, dinner roll, peach crisp and pineapple juice. A donation toward the cost of your meal is appreciated if you are 60 years of age or older. For those under 60 the cost of your meal will be $6.To make reservations call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
AARP Smart Driving Course
The Northern Senior Activity Center will host an AARP Smart Driving Course on Monday, Oct. 30 at 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This course includes proven safety strategies that older drivers can use to compensate for changes as they age and allow them to drive more safely and confidently for as long as possible. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members with cash or check made payable to AARP. Payment is required to sign up for the class. Class is 4 hours with a break for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is a donation from seniors 60 and older; $6 for others made the day of the class. To sign up and pay for this class in advance and to sign up for lunch, please visit the front desk or call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
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and the practical uses and versatility of Excel. Students will learn time saving features and tips for using Excel effectively. Prerequisite: Basic skills in using the mouse & keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel
Lexington Park Library will hold a Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel class on Monday, October 23 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This class is recommended for individuals who are new to Microsoft Excel or have limited spreadsheet experience. Providing an introduction to spreadsheets
Halloween Spooktacular
Lexington Park Library will hold a Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, October 26 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy not-so-scary stories, awesome activities, & more. Trick-or-treat through the library! Kids of all ages are welcome! No registration! The library is in need of teen volunteers to help run Spooktacular.
of Aging & Human Services for the Second Annual Veterans Resource Day, to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, located at 44219 Airport Road, in California, MD. We will have a question and answer session with experts on veterans affairs, including Maryland Secretary of Veterans Affairs George Owings III, starting at 9:30 a.m., and breakout sessions including a drug overdose response/narcan training at 11:30 p.m. More than 20 organizations will be represented at Veterans Resource Day, and lunch will be provided by Mission BBQ. For more information, Community Programs & Outreach Manager Sarah Miller at 301475-4200, ext. *1073, email sarah.miller@ stmarysmd.com, visit www.stmarysmd. com/aging/veterans.asp, or find us on Facebook, keyword St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services.
Gentle Chair Yoga
This class has just been added to the fitness card! Starting Wednesday, Nov. 1 Gentle Chair Yoga will be offered at 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the Garvey Senior Activity Center. Experience the many benefits of a yoga practice without having to get on the floor with Gail Wathen, E RYT 500. Learn various movements that will increase your range of motion, promote flexibility, and improve balance We will also explore yogic breathing practices and deep relaxation will also be explored. These techniques, when done regularly can assist body healing at the cellular level. Although this practice is good for all, it is especially helpful for those who may suffer from chronic conditions such as arthritis. If you are new to the class you can try your first class for free. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050 to learn more
Veterans Circle Celebration
On Thursday, Nov. 9 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. the staff at the Loffler Senior Activity Center will honor all veterans, active duty and former service members at our 10th annual Veterans Circle Celebration- a
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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Choose Wisely
Lexington Park Library will hold SelfPublishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Choose Wisely as part of the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writers Month) Kick Off party on Saturday, October 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Christine Trent, a local author, will talk about her publishing journey and answer your questions. She is the author of the Lady of Ashes historical mystery series, about a Victorian-era
touching tribute to those who have served our country and those who serve today. Veterans - wear your ribbons (and your uniform if you wish). A staff-prepared breakfast will begin at 9:30 a.m.; opening ceremony at 10 a.m. Cost is $4 for civilians, FREE for veterans and active duty service members. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658 before Nov. 3 to reserve your spot. Indicate if you are a veteran when you sign up. Seating is limited.
Diabetes Self-Management
Come join us at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesdays from 1:30-4 p.m., Nov. 14-Dec. 19. Living with diabetes is a full time job. The Diabetes SelfManagement workshop gives attendees tools to take control of their disease. Topics covered include nutrition, stress management, medication management and more! Space is limited. Register by calling 301-475-4200, ext. *1050. There is no fee to attend; however, attendance at all six sessions is highly recommended.
Chair & Seated Yoga at Northern
The Northern Senior Activity Center offers chair yoga classes each week. This is a great opportunity to try modified yoga if you are interested in yoga but unsure or unable to take a traditional yoga class. The positions used incorporate a chair for ease and stability. Wednesday’s class is mostly seated with limited standing positions and there is no getting down on the floor. Also included in the format is exercise for brain activity and instructions on facial yoga for toning and reinvigorating facial muscles. If able to do little more standing, then Friday’s class is a slightly more progressive option but still less demanding then traditional yoga. Try either class for free. To continue with participation, a fitness pass may be purchased at the front desk for $30, good for 10 classes. For more information about chair yoga at the Northern Senior Activity Center, call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
undertaker, as well as the author of three other historical novels. Her novels have been translated into Turkish, Polish, and Czech. She writes from her two-story home library, where she lives with her wonderful bookshelf-building husband, five precocious cats, a large doll collection, entirely too many fountain pens, and over 4,000 fully catalogued books. She and her husband are active travelers and journey regularly to England to conduct book research at historic sites. Learn more about Christine at www.ChristineTrent.com or follow her on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ChristineTrentBooks. Registration required on www. stmalib.org.
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American Legion Kicks off Bluegrass Series The award winning male vocalist and traditionalist, Junior Sisk and Ramblers Choice will kick off the concert series Sunday November 5, 2017 at the American Legion Post 238 in Hughesville, MD. The show starts at 2:00 pm with the Just Us Band. The series is presented by Jay Armsworthy and the Sons of the American Legion. Since his solo career has taken off, Junior Sisk has released one successful recording after another. The newest recording, “The Mountains Are Calling Me Home”, has delivered a textbook example of today’s traditional bluegrass. And the multi-award winning group never lets up. This is traditional bluegrass the way it should be played. Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice is widely recognized as one of today’s premier traditional bluegrass bands. Sisk’s bluegrass pedigree runs deep - hailing from the Virginia Blue Ridge; he first made his mark as a songwriter in the early 1990s. Several years later, as a member of Wyatt Rice & Santa Cruz and then the band, Blueridge, he helped define the sound of driving, modern traditional bluegrass music. Sisk founded his band, “Ramblers Choice” in 1998, releasing “Sounds of the Mountains” on Rounder Records. After a brief hiatus, he reformed the group and began a successful career with Rebel Records. He now records for Mountain Fever Records. His 2011 album, “Heart of a Song” helped bring the band into the spotlight and reminded bluegrass fans of the power of tradition. The album’s single “A Far Cry from Lester and Earl” became a rallying cry for a resurgence of traditional sounds in bluegrass and received the 2012 Song of the Year award from the IBMA. The band was further honored when “Heart of a Song” received IBMA Album of the Year. Sisk was honored with the 2013 Male Vocalist of the Year award from the IBMA, and the group was named 2014 SPBGMA Bluegrass Band of the Year. “Longneck Blues”, collaboration with noted singersongwriter Ronnie Bowman, was named 2016 Recorded Event of the Year by the IBMA. Sisk received the 2017 Male Vocalist of the Year award from SPBGMA. Opening the show will be the “Just Us Band” from Ridgely, Maryland. They have been together a little over 2 years. Bill Crater plays mandolin, guitar, and fiddle; sings lead and tenor. Bill’s wife Jean Crater plays bass; sings lead and alto. They live in Seaford, Delaware. Tom Blades plays guitar; sings lead. Tom’s wife Janice Blades plays banjo; sings lead, alto, tenor. They live in Ridgely, Maryland. Janice’s daughter Darlene McKinney plays guitar; sings lead and alto. She lives in Federalsburg,
Junior Sisk and Ramblers Choice. Photo courtesy of juniorsisk.us
Maryland. So when you hear the ringing mandolin, driving bass, 5 string banjo, and the flat top bluegrass guitar, it’ll be JUST US! Tickets for the Sunday November 5 show as well as all shows in the season will be $20.00 per person. Children under 12 are admitted free with a paid adult. You can purchase tickets by mail by sending a check made payable to “Jay Armsworthy” and mail to P.O. Box 741, California, MD 20619. Tickets will be held at the door. The American Legion Post 238 is located on the corner of MD Rt. 381 & Rt. 231 in Hughesville, Maryland. The remainder of the series will feature well known award winning groups such as: Nothin’ Fancy along with Remington Ryde on Sunday January 7, 2018; Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out on Sunday February 11, 2018; Lou Reid & Carolina, Sunday March 11, 2018; and for the first time in Southern Maryland, Karl Shiflett & the Big Country Show from Texas on Sunday April 29, 2018. Troy Jones will provide sound for each show. All shows begin at 2:00 pm with the doors opening at Noon. Food will be available for sale before the shows. Although not required, it is encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Helping Hands Food Bank in Southern Maryland. For more information, tickets, and directions, go to www.americanlegionbluegrass.com or call 301-737-3004.
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What Happened By Terri Schlichenmeyer
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our vote counts. That’s what you head to the polls hoping: that your single vote matters out of millions, and that you’ll have a hand in history. On that note, about last fall, Hillary Rodham Clinton has a few things to say, and in her new book “What Happened,” you’ll notice first that that title is not a question. You’ll also notice that Clinton is quick to say in her author’s note, that this book is based entirely on her point of view and her memories. To start, Clinton refuses to point fingers at anyone on her staff, and there’s no under-the-bus throwing. Later, she carefully, thoughtfully cites specifics on why she ran and lost, and she steadfastly claims responsibility for what happened and for decisions made - though she does lay blame on James Comey; the media, for skewing what was reported; and, of course, Donald Trump. She is, in fact, deeply concerned for the viciousness of this last campaign and its use of “lies” and misquoted half-thoughts, but she’s sorry-not-sorry for using the word “deplorables.” She admits regret over now-minor scandals and, as for emails, Clinton believes that, generations from now, people will be shocked that they were the Number One subject of campaign controversy. There is, in this book, a lot of unnecessary: readers will find pages of biography and personal stories that appeared in past books, either in hers or Bill’s. There are history lessons that really only boost her anecdotes, and could have been omitted; ditto for some things that seem overly-rehashed. Of course, as happens in many memoirs, names are dropped like moths beneath a bug zapper,
which is more-or-less unimportant except to the people being named. Conversely, readers hoping for a smidge of lightheartedness will find it here: on her post-election days, Clinton says that she practiced yoga and deep breathing but “I also drank my share of chardonnay.” We are likewise treated to great behind-the-scenes peeks; for example, Clinton practiced for debates in such mocked-up detail that “Trump hardly said a thing in any of the three debates that I was hearing for the first time.” Here, there’s a constant sense of awe and gratitude at her role in history, as well as backhanded relief at not winning, perceiving it as opportunity to spend time with her grandchildren. And yet – there’s a no-surprise tone of anger in this book, and lingering befuddlement over much of 2016’s political scene. Clinton says, “I’m doing okay,” but eagle-eyed readers may spot passages here that seem to belie that sentiment. Still, there’s plenty of sass left: Clinton persistently pokes sharply at the soft spots of her election opponent in many subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways... Toward the end of “What Happened,” Clinton asks that we all be “kind,” but she also offers advice for Democrats who want to win in 2018 and 2020. And though this “doesn’t mean I’ll ever run for office again,” it doesn’t mean the opposite, either. In other words, do read this book and don’t count her out yet.
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Some days it is nice to have a comfort day. For me, when I have a chance, a comfort day involves wandering around the county (who would have guessed?) and maybe finding somewhere to have a breakfast or a lunch and a cup of hot tea. Normally, these kind of days are after a doctor’s appointment. On my weekly errand day, a treat might be a Mocha Latte at a coffee shop, drive through, or “Café d’” Wawa. Though of course this all depends how much change I can scrounge up out of my purse or if I have first thought about the amount of calories involved and decided against said treat. The doctor’s appointment treat days began 34 years ago when I was going to Drs. Mulford and Bowes for maternity appointments for my first son. It was not an easy pregnancy having had both food poisoning and the flu, but I did always leave encouraged after visits with either of those wonderful doctors. I still had worry in the back of my mind and to calm down before going back to work or home I started going to either Bailey’s Restaurant on one corner or Duke’s lunch counter on the other corner of the square in Leonardtown. Gosh, I loved those two places. It is amazing what a cup of hot tea and chocolate cake can do for your psyche. Of course, I was only 95 pounds then and only went up to 115 pounds with my first pregnancy. I could have eaten chocolate cake everyday back then with no weight gain. Maybe I did this because my mother said that my middle brother and I were really only coffee, hot fudge cake, and cigarettes. She claimed that this was all she ate during our pregnancies at a diner near the DC line in Hillcrest Heights/Silver Hill. No, it wasn’t Junior Hot Shoppes – it was past that on the right nearer to Stricks and Suitland Parkway. I have no idea what she
ate with my oldest brother, if anything, she was rail thin. I believe that what my mother ate must have affected us in lots of ways. It somehow became stored in my genes and mind, and therefore is not something I can change. This is my theory and I am sticking to it, and completely explains why I have continued the occasional lunch treat practice, which leads me to this past Monday after a doctor’s appointment in Leonardtown. I was very happy after receiving a prescription for Premarin which I hope will cool my fevered body and possibly allow me to sleep some. It was time to celebrate. Well, there still is Mindy the watchful hound dog to contend with, who believes she must go out an reconnoiter the yard every two hours during the night. My celebration mood took me to Ye Olde Towne Café on the square in Leonardtown. I was in the mood for a cheese omelet and home fries. I am way past 95 pounds now, so what is one cheese omelet now and then, right? I asked the busy proprietor, Irene Parrish if I could be seated at the lunch counter, because I love watching everything being cooked on the grill. It just makes me happy. I watched the grill masters Anthony and Stephen working seamlessly around each other to get orders out fast and hot. My cheese omelet and home fries were perfect, and my friendly waitress, Donna, knew when I was ready for something before I did. I was happy, comforted, and have kept the treat tradition alive. I just wish I didn’t have to wait three more months for my next doctor’s appointment! To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Wanderings of an aimless mind
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Blair and Swann, continued... Bernard Owens was next sworn and testified: “I don’t know anything about it. I was standing at the counter and when I turned around I saw Blair lying down. “ Frank Slye testified: “I am a clerk for Mr. Bowling. I saw Mr. Blair have hold of the young man . Didn’t see Blair doing anything to him…I didn’t hear any words—the young man jerked away from him. Saw Blair turn around. “ Dudley Davis was the first witness sworn for the defendant. He said he was on the porch where Mr. Blair and my uncle Lewis Davis were talking. My uncle said to him “you or somebody else came near shooting me in my foot.” Mr. Blair called him a liar. Davis further testified that Blair “dragged Swann over the end of the counter and struck at him… I tried to part them saying ‘let the boy alone’ but Blair fired his pistol once right across my head saying he was going to shoot his guts out. He cocked the pistol again and Swann hit him. Bernard Owens was right behind Blair. “ McKenna Gray was next called and sworn. He testified there was a great row raised in the house … I don’t know who did the firing ...while I was on the porch Lewis Davis came out and said to me that Blair came near to shooting him. Mr. Blair called him a liar. ..I saw Swann come out with Blair following him with a pistol in his hand. Dudley Davis was between them.. The pistol was fired once and then Swann said to Blair “if
you come out I will hit you…Blair cocked the pistol and Swann hit him. “ Justice Morgan said it is a charge in which I can only hold a preliminary hearing. In such cases my idea is that if there be a probable ground of guilt. When I fixed the bail for Mr. Swann’s appearance at this hearing I had not heard the testimony in the case... If I had had final jurisdiction in the case from evidence that I have heard a great about of the guilt of the prisoner had been produced, that I would have acquitted him. As it is, I will hold him for appearance at March court. The March 28, 1889 edition of the Beacon reported that William Oscar Swann had been found not guilty of the charges filed against him. James Thomas Blair, son of Jeremiah Blair, 3/10/1848-3/29/1915. He married Agnes E. Pines (of Baltimore), 11/19/1872. “5/20/1915: James T. Blair died at his home in Milestown on Tuesay, age 66 years. Democrat. Survived by a widow, Mrs. Agnes Pines Blair and 7 grown children, 6 sons and 1 dau., viz., Douglas, Benjamin, George, Herbert, Frank, Webster, and Miss Eva Blair. “ (Death Notices from the St. Mary’s Beacon, 1900-1930 by Regina Hammett and David Long). William Oscar Swann, 1869-1943, son of Francis Swann and Ann Dove Davis. He married Annie Alma Burroughs, 12/23/1896.
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Factors to Consider Before Choosing a Wedding Venue Once couples become engaged and share the good news with their friends and families, the next step is to begin planning their weddings. While couples must make a myriad of decisions during the wedding planning process, perhaps none is more significant than where to tie the knot. According to The Knot 2016 Real Weddings Study, the average cost of a wedding for couples who married in 2016 was $35,329. That’s a sizable amount, and a big portion of that was spent on the wedding venue. The Real Weddings Study found that couples spent an average of $16,107 on their wedding venues in 2016. That figure easily dwarfs the next biggest expense ($6,163 for the engagement ring) for couples tying the knot. Because the wedding venue comes with such a potentially high sticker price, couples should give ample consideration to a host of factors before choosing where to get married.
Size. Until they can agree on a guest list,
couples might want to delay even looking for venues. However, some couples might want to first look at some venues so they can deter-
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mine just how many guests they can afford to invite. Whether they’re hosting small affairs or large parties, couples should choose venues that can comfortably accommodate all of their guests. If possible, look for venues with multiple reception areas, which might allow for some wiggle room if the guest list grows or dwindles during the planning process.
Availability. Some couples might have an ideal time of year they hope to get married. Some even know the exact date they hope to get married. While that can help with the planning, it can also limit couples with regard to their venue options. Some venues may be booked for as much as a year or more in advance during peak wedding season. The Real Weddings Study found that the most popular months to get married in 2016 were October and September. Couples who hope to follow in the footsteps of many 2016 brides and grooms may need to book their wedding venues well in advance. Those who can be more flexible regarding their wedding dates may find it easier to book their dream venues.
Insurance. Ask about the venue’s insurance policies, including the policies the venue has to protect itself. In addition, ask if the venue requires couples to have their own wedding liability insurance for protection in the event of injury, property damage or incidents related to alcohol. Couples may also want to make the investment in cancellation/ postponement insurance, and some venues may even require it. Financials. It’s easy for couples to be focused on the bottom line when choosing wedding venues, but it’s also important that they get a complete grasp of the financials before choosing a wedding venue. Ask about the amount of the initial deposit and if that deposit is refundable. In addition, ask when the deposit is due and when each subsequent payment is due until the balance is paid in full. This can make budgeting easier and planning less stressful. Couples should have fun choosing their wedding venues while recognizing that certain factors must be given ample consideration before signing any contracts.
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Wedding planning can be intense and often requires dedication and many hours of work. Coordinating a wedding often requires that couples make many different decisions and spend a considerable amount of time in the wedding-planning trenches. Couples expend so much energy planning their weddings that it can be easy to lose sight of the bigger picture Ñ namely the relationship that is the basis for the marriage in the first place. But as easy as it can be to get lost in wedding planning, couples can use this time together to connect on a deeper level and learn to work cooperatively.
Divide and conquer. Separate wedding planning duties so that both of you feel you are contributing equally and no one person gets overly stressed out. Stress can lead to short tempers and arguments. Establish a mutual budget. Even the healthiest couple argues over finances from time to time, but budgetary debates should not set a negative tone for wedding planning. Couples should discuss their potential budget before they even begin to plan their weddings, and both partners should do their best to compromise while also understanding where the other person is coming from. Schedule time for fun. Do not let wedding planning be allconsuming. Schedule days that allow you to enjoy yourselves together without having to think about or discuss your pending nuptials. This may include date nights that may have fallen by the wayside since getting engaged or periodic day trips to get away from it all. Explore your mutual hobbies or try something new. Learn to laugh at the little things. Not every detail will go off without a hitch. How you react as a couple may influence how much you enjoy your wedding. Recognize that certain things will not go your way, but that unforeseen circumstances will not ruin your wedding day, no matter how unpleasant they may seem. Laugh at what cannot be changed and recognize that, in the long run, the details you think are major today may actually prove trivial when you look back on your wedding day in the years to come. October 2017
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How to Find the Right Wedding Vendors Weddings are a careful balance of many elements that culminate on one special day. Making all of the components of a wedding come together seemlessly requires a well organized bride and groom and the cooperation of professional wedding vendors who understand their unique roles. Vendors, including florists, transportation companies, musicians, and dressmakers are essential to a successful wedding. Competent wedding vendors will remove much of the worry and work from a couple’s shoulders. But not every couple ends up with topnotch wedding vendors. Research, planning and verifying references are some ways to ensure your vendors make your wedding day that much more enjoyable.
Seek recommendations from trusted friends and family members. Talk to friends and family members whose insight you value about which wedding vendors they used. If you attend a wedding or another party and find the flowers or the music particularly well done, ask for the name of the florist or band. Word-of-mouth advertisement is a great way to find quality wedding vendors who will help make your dream wedding a reality. Consult with a wedding planner.
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If budget allows, work with a wedding planner. He or she will have an extensive list of wedding vendors you can contact. A wed-
ding planner wants the job to get done right and efficiently, and many wedding planners have already vetted and verified certain vendors as quality workers.
Always ask for references and don’t ignore them. Busy wedding vendors should provide you with a list of names of satisfied customers. Talk with couples who used the vendors’ services in the past and ask the questions that are most important to your decision-making process. Unbiased feedback also may be available through online review sites, but direct contact with references may make you feel more comfortable. If a vendor fails to provide references, this should raise suspicions about the person’s reliability. Deposits should be a fraction of the total price. Avoid wedding vendors who insist on hefty deposits. A deposit is a good-faith agreement to hold the date of the wedding, and it should be a small percentage of the overall cost of the services.
Do not pay balances too far in advance. Many wedding vendors require
the balance be paid on the day of the wedding or shortly before. Good vendors realize couples will not want to pay the tally until they have received the products or services they signed up for. A photographer may ask for the final payment when albums are delivered. The exception may be a caterer
or reception site that needs the funds to order food and beverages a few weeks in advance. Paying off a vendor too early means you run the risk of that vendor having your money and then not coming through on the wedding day. It’s difficult to track down a person for a refund, plus you’re left with finding a replacement at the last minute.
Contracts are your friends. Every agreement should be in writing. You have a better chance of fighting for a refund or restitution in court when you have a contract in writing. Consider wedding insurance. Even the best-laid plans can go awry on a wedding day. Anything from freak weather events to illness to vendor absences can wreak havoc. The Better Business Bureau advises purchasing wedding insurance to protect yourself when weddings are especially costly. Such insurance may cover vendors who fail to show up, cancellations, inclement weather, military deployment, medical emergencies, and travel delays. With wedding insurance, you won’t lose money if plans change. A basic insurance policy that covers loss of photos, videos, attire, presents, rings, and deposits usually costs between $155 and $550, depending on the amount of coverage you want. Southern Maryland
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How to Arrange the Best Outdoor Wedding Photos Photography is a great way for couples to capture all the special moments that occur on their wedding days. Long after the final piece of wedding cake has been consumed, wedding albums remain to remind couples of all those moments that made their big day so special. Photography preferences differ from couple to couple, but when weather permits, many brides and grooms prefer to take photos outdoors. Mother Nature can provide some awe-inspiring backdrops, and such beauty comes at no extra cost. Couples using professional photographers should share their image preferences with their photographers, especially if outdoor photography is desired. Photographers may have to do a little more work to achieve great outdoor photographs, even visiting a site in advance of the big day to scout areas that can produce great photos. Scouting and preparation can involve seeing the landscape, examining the way the light shines on photo subjects and getting an accurate light reading
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on a meter to adjust flash accordingly. Photographers also will need to ensure there are no obstructions that will appear in the background of the photos.
more appealing. If the clouds are just passing, photographers may wait until a cloud passes over the sun to provide just the right amount of light filter.
It’s also important for photographers to select locations that have shade. This way they can adjust the amount of light needed, rather than having to contend with the photo washing out from too much sunlight.
Couples may want to change into comfortable footwear as they traverse the landscape to get into perfect portraiture locations. This will help keep their fancier shoes clean, and photos can be cropped to hide feet.
There’s much a photographer can do in production to fine-tune photos, but the couple can help things along. Bring along some powder or makeup to touch up between photos. Warm weather can cause shininess or beads of sweat on the skin. A light dusting of powder can tame shine, while any remaining moisture can be blotted away with a towel.
Bring along some refreshments when posing for photos, as it can be tiring. Couples can take frequent breaks as the photographer adjusts his or her camera for the next shot. Staying hydrated will keep skin looking supple and ensure that everyone feels refreshed when it’s time to return to the party.
Although brides and grooms may think clouds on their wedding days are a harbinger of bad luck, overcast conditions can actually contribute to better photos. A healthy blanket of cloud cover can produce richer colors and pleasing shadows, making photos even
Not every family member will be able to join the happy couple for outdoor photos. Elderly relatives or those who have mobility issues may find it difficult to stand in the sun or make their away across certain landscapes. Arrange for indoor photoshoots with guests who can’t handle the outdoors.
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How to Build your Wedding Budget Couples engaged to be married have a lot on their plates as they begin planning their weddings. Whereas tradition once demanded parents of the bride pay for a couples wedding, nowadays more and more engaged couples are completely or partially financing their own nuptials. That means prospective brides and grooms must develop wedding budgets that won’t ensure their first act as Mr. and Mrs. is paying down debt.
nancial information upon getting engaged, an open and honest discussion and examination of each persons finances is the only way to develop a realistic wedding budget that both partners can live with. Once couples know what they can contribute, they can then consult their parents to determine if their mothers and fathers are intending to contribute.
In its Real Weddings Study, online bridal resource The Knot found that many couples still receive substantial financial support from their parents to pay for their weddings. The survey found that, on average, the bride’s parents contributed 44 percent of the overall wedding budget, while couples financed 43 percent (the remaining 13 percent was financed by the groom’s parents and additional sources). Couples who hope to follow that formula or pay for their weddings on their own can heed the following tips to build wedding budgets that won’t break the bank but will still ensure a day to remember forever.
A preliminary guest list can give couples an idea of how large and expensive their weddings will be. According to the Real Weddings Study, the average cost per wedding guest is $237. While that cost can vary greatly depending on geography and other factors, couples should keep that figure in mind when drafting their guest lists. If need be, keep costs down by trimming the guest list so it includes only close family members and friends.
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Develop a preliminary guest list.
Don’t count on gifts. Many couples justify runaway wedding budgets by telling themselves that they will ultimately get the money back via wedding gifts. While many guests will give financial gifts, counting on such windfalls is a recipe for accruing debt. Do not build potential wedding gifts into your wedding budget. If you do so and your
expectations fall short, you could be facing considerable debt upon returning home from your honeymoon.
Gather quotes before choosing where to tie the knot. Where couples get married will have a great impact on how much money they will spend on their weddings. For example, the Real Weddings Study found that the average wedding in Manhattan cost couples slightly more than $82,000, while the average Alaskan wedding cost just over $17,000. Venues within the same city can vary greatly with regard to pricing and offerings as well, so couples should give themselves ample time to gather quotes and find an affordable venue they like. Build extra costs into your budget.
When determining a budget you can live with, remember to include a little extra for unforeseen costs. Weddings are large undertakings, and it’s reasonable to expect some unforeseen costs to arise. Building such costs into your initial budget will make these unforeseen circumstances that much easier to handle. Budgets can help couples stay on track and avoid debt as they plan their weddings.
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Responsibilities of Members
Bridal Party
Being asked to join a bridal party is both an honor and a responsibility. When asked to take on such significant and meaningful roles, men and women may recognize the honor but be unsure of what their responsibilities are as couples move forward with their wedding plans. Bridal party roles can vary depending on certain circumstances, but many couples still want their bridesmaids and groomsmen to perform many of the more traditional tasks associated with their roles. The following are some of the tasks bridesmaids and groomsmen can expect to perform in the months leading up to the wedding and during the wedding itself.
Maid of Honor: The maid of honor serves
as the bride-to-be’s right-hand woman as she plans her wedding and gets ready on her big day. Maids of honor typically go gown shopping with the bride and may even choose or offer suggestions about the color and style of the bridesmaids’ dresses. Once a dress style and color has been chosen, the maid of honor will make sure everyone is fitted on time. A maid of honor will also plan the bridal shower, sending invitations and arranging for lodging for out-of-town guests if necessary. Many brides want the details of their bridal showers to be a surprise, and maids of honor should honor those sentiments when possible. A maid of honor also plans the bachelorette party, though many brides 14
do not mind being involved in the planning of such parties. The maid of honor may be asked to help address save-the-date cards and envelopes as well. Come the day of the wedding, the maid of honor will ensure the bride’s day is as stressfree as possible, helping to address any lastminute issues that may arise. Maids of honor may be asked to serve as the legal witness to the wedding and sign the wedding license before the reception. At the reception, the maid of honor will toast the bride.
Best man: The best man is the maid of
honor’s counterpart, helping to plan the bachelor party and toasting the groom at the reception. The best man also tends to hold the rings during the wedding ceremony, and during the day of the wedding, he will coordinate the groomsmen to make sure everyone is ready to go on time. The best man may arrange transportation for the groom and groomsmen on the day of the wedding and may also return the groom and groomsmen’s attire the following day if the newlyweds are departing on their honeymoons.
Bridesmaids & Groomsmen: The brides-
maids and groomsmen serve similar functions, acting as sources of support as couples plan their weddings. Bridesmaids and groomsmen help to plan the bachelorette and bachelor parties and may also be asked
their opinions as couples make decisions regarding their weddings. Bridesmaids and groomsmen must be prepared to take pictures once couples have officially tied the knot. They also must help the brides and grooms with any issues that may arise in the hours before couples become husband and wife.
Flower girl/Ring bearer: Flower girls
and ring bearers are often young relatives of the couple, whether they are a young brother or sister or a niece or nephew. The responsibilities of the flower girl and ring bearer are typically limited to the ceremony, during which they will walk down the aisle, either together or individually, before the father of the bride escorts his daughter to the altar or stage.
Father of the bride: The father of the
bride walks his daughter down the aisle during the ceremony, and, along with his wife, may pay for the wedding, though many couples now finance their own nuptials. The father of the bride will dance with his daughter during the reception, and some fathers may even share a special toast for the newlyweds during the reception, though such a toast is not traditionally required. Bridal parties play a big role on couples’ wedding days, and those roles are both an honor and a responsibility. Southern Maryland
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Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue Clever Takes On The Tradition
Wedding day tokens of good luck come in many forms, but the something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue (a sixpence in your shoe), adage remains one of the most popular luck-enhancing wedding traditions. According to the bridal resource The Knot, this tradition stems from an Olde English rhyme. Something old represents continuity; something new is for optimism for the future; something borrowed stands for borrowed happiness; and something blue is for purity, love and fidelity. The sixpence in your shoe is a wish for good fortune and prosperity, but this is not a tradition widely celebrated outside of the United Kingdom or British territories. These traditions can add some creative flair and personality to wedding ceremonies. There’s no end to the inventive combinations of items brides can carry to increase their good fortunes.
Something Old
Something old is one of the easier mementos to obtain. There is a good chance that someone in the family is willing to pass an item down to the bride that she can include in her wedding wardrobe. It also can be something the bride may have in her own memory box. Beads taken from a grandmother’s dress or a swatch of fabric from a beloved toy doll are creative ideas that can be sewn into inconspicuous places on gowns.
Something New
Brides already purchase many new items for their wedding day looks, so “something new” should not be too hard to find. Couples may want to work together to find something new they can both carry so they have a matching set upon tying the knot. Interlocking charm bracelets or keychains may work. What about the groom carrying a small padlock and the bride the key? Quirky couples can each wear one sock from a pair. Get clever and have fun.
Something Borrowed
Much like something old, something borrowed is yet another way to pay homage to a friend or family member. It’s also one way to add a sentimental twist to everyday items. Borrow a grandfather’s handkerchief to wrap around the stems of the wedding bouquet. Exchange vows with the original rings used by a distant relative at their own wedding. Flatter a close friend by wearing the same veil she did.
Something Blue
There are many ways to incorporate “something blue” into your wedding ceremony. Brides can paint their toenails blue or wear blue shoes under their gowns. Sew a patch from a pair of denim jeans into the bodice of the dress. Paint the bottom of your shoes bright blue so they stand out when kneeling at the altar. Blue sapphire or topaz jewelry can add an exotic look to the wedding wardrobe.
Good Luck Wedding Superstitions Couples on the verge of tying the knot spend lots of time hoping their wedding days go off without a hitch. The threat of rain drops or temporarily misplaced rings can make couples feel that the hands of fate are casting bad luck on the proceedings, but couples need not worry. Superstitions are not always negative, and there are many things thought to bestow good luck on couples about to become husband and wife. The following are some of the more popular harbingers of good luck couples can look for on their wedding days.
Rain: Rain signifies various things in differ-
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have many children. Rain also can signify cleansing and renewal or the washing away of past ills.
Sugar: Many Greeks believe tucking a sugar
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Unpleasant things: Egyptian women may
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Bells: Bells may chime at Irish weddings to
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Cooperation is key for couples planning their weddings. Compiling the guest list is one area of wedding planning where couples oftentimes must embrace both cooperation and compromise.
but each person should be willing to remove some coworkers and acquaintances from their final lists.
Don’t succumb to parental pressure
if mom and dad are not paying the bills. Couples who are financing their own weddings should not feel beholden to their parents’ wishes when compiling their wedding guest lists. Politely explain to parents you’re working on a budget and that you have a predetermined number of guests you’re capable of inviting. Couples can appease their parents by encouraging them to compile a list of people they hope to invite, and then telling them these people will be invited if other guests are unable to make it. Couples whose parents are footing some or all of the bill must be more receptive to their parents’ wishes than those paying for their own weddings.
Putting together a wedding guest list can cause some tension. That tension may be confined to couples, but it may even occur between couples and their families. Getting a grip on their guest lists may be one of the more difficult tasks couples encounter when planning their weddings, but there are ways to make creating the guest list go smoothly.
Recognize the need to compromise.
Couples who recognize the need to compromise in advance of compiling their guest lists may find it easier to pare down that list if the initial number of guests is too high. Couples can create lists of people they want to invite, breaking these initial lists down into categories such as friends, family, acquaintances, and coworkers. Couples may not want to compromise on inviting friends and family,
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Agree on a kids policy. A policy regarding kids may help couples as they create their guest lists. Couples working with tight bud-
gets may decide that the only children who will be invited are their nieces and nephews. Young cousins likely won’t feel slighted if they don’t make the cut, and their parents may even appreciate a night out without the kids in tow.
Employ the “future versus past” formula when paring gets tough. When all else
has failed, couples faced with difficult decisions regarding their wedding guest lists can ask themselves if prospective guests are people they expect to see again in the future or if they are people from their past. Including the former might be a good idea, while removing the latter may also make sense, especially if it’s been a long time since couples have seen people who fall into the “past” category. Creating the guest list is one of the more difficult parts of planning a wedding. But couples willing to compromise may find the process goes smoothly.
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Registry to Relish Registries are a wedding tradition, not unlike a couple’s first dance or the best man/maid of honor toast. But as practical as wedding registries are, many couples approach their registries with a degree of hesitation, fearful that they might appear presumptuous or simply uncertain about what to include on their lists. The following tips can help engaged couples build a registry to relish and utilize for years to come.
Share your registry information on
your wedding website and stationery. Guests need to know where you are registered, so share that information on your wedding website and include it on your save-the-date cards and invitations.
Register with multiple retailers.
By registering with more than one retailer, couples can give their guests more options to choose from. Try to include one brickand-mortar store, ideally one with a national presence, so guests who prefer to shop inperson won’t be forced to buy online.
Don’t be afraid to list expensive items.
While few guests will break the bank to buy wedding gifts, that does not mean couples should avoid including expensive items on
their registries. Some couples might feel it’s inappropriate, but it can actually prove practical. Many stores offer couples steep discounts on items they listed on their registries that ultimately were not purchased. If you have your eye on an especially expensive item, include it on your list without worrying about how it may look to your guests, as they will understand when you explain the postwedding discount you’re eligible for.
Don’t limit your registry to expen-
sive items. While it’s perfectly acceptable to include expensive items on your registry, remember that variety is the spice of life when adding items to your registry. Include items at a range of price points for guests working with various budgets. Don’t hesitate to include low-cost items, as some guests may
enjoy building a wedding gift basket with various affordable items from your registry.
Remember that no gift is too obscure. Thanks to the Internet, just about any item can now be tracked down by ambitious gift givers. If you want to include items that might not be available at run-of-the-mill retailers, choose an online retailer such as Amazon to host one of your registries. Such sites are great places to find specialty items or more obscure offerings that might be out of stock at more traditional retailers.
Encourage donations. If you are truly
hesitant to ask for gifts or you’re tying the knot later in life and already have everything you need, encourage guests to donate to a favorite charity in lieu of making a donation.
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Creating a wedding reception playlist Many elements combine to make traditional wedding receptions special. But many veteran wedding guests would agree that the right playlist once guests hit the reception hall dance floor can turn an ordinary wedding reception into something far more memorable.
The majority of couples choose between a live band and a DJ to provide the music for their wedding receptions. Entertainment is often one of the more memorable aspects of a wedding reception, as the right band or disc jockey can help to establish a jovial mood that makes it easy for everyone to have a good time. Couples can leave their wedding reception playlists to the professionals, but they should also know that they have a say in which songs are played. In addition, couples can have a “no play” playlist that prohibits certain songs they dislike from being played. When mulling the musical choices for your wedding reception, consider the following advice.
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Begin by making a list of your favorite songs. Make this list during different days and at different times and moods so you get a good cross-section of your favorite tunes. But remember not every song is a good fit for a wedding reception. Melancholy songs or those that include suggestive lyrics are best left off the playlist. Aim to get as many guests on the dance floor as possible. Wellknown songs and upbeat dance
music will inspire more guests to migrate towards the dacnce floor than lesser known tunes you may be fond of. Music that spans the decades and various genres will appeal to guests from all age groups, encouraging dancers young and old. If your favorite songs are not great for dancing but you still want to hear them on your wedding, ask the DJ or band to play them during the cocktail hour or while everyone is eating dinner. Consider a late night playlist. If there are songs you want to hear that may not be “grandpartent approved”, ask the DJ or band to play them later in the night after older relatives and children have left. Give the music vendor some leeway. DJs and bands have no doubt performed at many a wedding before yours, and they may have a better feel for crowds than you do. Let them know they have some leeway to play songs that did not make it onto the playlist if guests seem to be avoiding the dance floor. That professional expertise is why you hired them, and it can make for a more memorable night for everyone. Don’t stress out about the music. The playlist can set the tone for a positive reception, but don’t stress out if you’re struggling to come up with songs you want to hear. Your vendor is no doubt capable of creating a playlist that will ensure everyone has fun.
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