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Dominion Controversy Continued By Dick Myers Editor
The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) has a lot to think about. Nearly 100 people spoke during the two nights of testimony spanning more than five hours on Dominion Energy’s request to modify its permit to operate their Cove Point LNG facility set to open next year. Dominion’s request in the PSC public notice was officially described as “1) remove an unnecessary emission limit as a specific condition and 2) allow for operational flexibility to maintain reliability of the project specifically to permit the use of existing combustion turbines to supply backup power if needed.” The second evening of testimony was ordered because at the end of the first night on Oct. 2 there were still 17 people signed up who were unable to speak because of the school’s 9 p.m. closing. The second hearing was held Oct. 19 at Mill Creek Middle School. Just as in the first at Patuxent High School, Chief Public Utility Law Judge Terry Romine conducted the proceedings. Passions are high over the issue. There was no middle ground – people either spoke strongly for or against the request. Opponents characterized the request as a threat to the health and safety of the community. Supporters spoke of Dominion’s commitment to the environment and provider of needed, well-paying jobs in the community. The proposed permit change is a recognition by Dominion that their proposed VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) emissions would be ten times what was originally proposed. The changes are reflective of newer equipment for emission controls, the company contends, and that they need a removal of the limits to have more flexibility in handling “fugitive emissions.” But, multiple speakers at the second hearing said the increased emissions were just putting more harmful particles into the air, including those that cause cancer. They said the new higher emission figure
was either engineering incompetence or outright “lies.” Several doctors brought the health issue to the forefront. Calvert County family physician, Dr. Sylvia Batong said what Dominion was proposing was not clean energy. “They care nothing about people,” she asserted. But, Raymond Black testified, “Dominion has a state of the art emissions system and monitoring program.” John Chen said that Dominion had “a robust leak detection program.” Regarding Dominion’s assertion that the changes would not impact the neighbors, John Wells testified “This company does not take into consideration that they could be mistaken.” Many of the speakers who testified in favor were Dominion workers, a point noted by the opponents. But Dominion supporters praised the good jobs the project has brought to the area, and many of them like Jacob Butler said they were long-time local residents. Thomas Grose presented the judge with a petition with 75 names in support. Former Calvert resident Cody Hance, now a teacher who lives in St. Mary’s County, said he had never had a student tell him they had missed the mark on a test by a factor of ten, and then asked him not to grade them, as Dominion was seeking. He said he would grade the proposal an “F.” For the second hearing, Romine said she would alternate supporting and opposing speakers, but there were twice as many speaking against as in favor, a trend that continued from the first hearing. The full Maryland Public Service Commission will review the case on Nov. 15, and the hearing judge said that meeting would be streamed online on the PSC website. One of the five PSC members is Lusby resident, former delegate Anthony J. O’Donnell. He worked for 15 years at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. dickmyers@countytimes.net
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Major Apartment Project Approved By Dick Myers Editor
is a partnership between local developer Anthony Williams and the firm which owns and operates the Apartments at Wildewood in St. Mary’s County. WilThe Calvert County Planning Commission has liams said the project would not have any subsidized given unanimous site plan approval for a major apart- units and would be the first “market-rate” apartments ment project in Prince Frederick. The project called in Calvert County Beechtree Apartments will have 249 units in five, “We are building a state-of-the-art community, four-story buildings and a community center on a something Calvert County has never seen,” Wil25.48-acre site between West Dares Beach Road and liams said. “I am going to be proud of what we do,” the Chapline Place complex. he added. The company, Prince Frederick Apartments LLC, Williams said he has wanted to do the project for years but was waiting for the right moment. He said partnering with the developer of the Apartments at Wildewood was FUEL DELIVERY JUMPSTART that moment. LOCKOUT TIRE CHANGE The project will involve restoration of a WINCHOUT LOAD SHIFTS STORAGE farm pond on the propMOTORCYLE & ACCIDENT TOWING erty into a major design amenity. Kevin Carney, LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE of the Wildewood development company, told The County Times that
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A revised plan for the redevelopment of the site of the historic Bowen’s Inn in Solomons has been unanimously approved by the Calvert County Planning Commission. Bowen’s Inn suffered significant fire damage in the blaze that destroyed the neighboring Lighthouse Inn (which has been rebuilt). What was left of the Bowen’s Inn was leveled. New owners of the .78 acre property, Shriver Brothers Properties, LLC., had sought a more extensive development which required variances from the Calvert County Board of Appeals. But at their July meeting, when it appeared they were having possibly unresolvable problems with the project, the developer’s engineer requested a continuance. The request was withdrawn at the 11th hour from the board’s Aug. 3 agenda. The proposal at the July appeals board meeting was called The Shoppes and Residences at Bowens Inn, and had two structures – a three-story, 47-foottall residential building on the waterfront and a commercial building close to Solomons Island Road. The project required a variance from the 36-foot height limitation for the residences and a variance from the 20-foot front setback to allow nine feet instead. There would have been a parking lot between the two buildings for the residences; an entrance to the lot would be over a right-of-way on the property of the Lighthouse Inn next door.
It was the mixed-use issue that caused the appeals board the most problems. Chairman Daniel Baker, Jr. interpreted the regulations as requiring the residences and businesses to be in the same building, with commercial on the first floor and housing above it. In this particular case, the two uses were in separate buildings. The other two members seemed to agree. The concerns of the appeals board brought some strident comments from one of the development company’s partners, Geoff Wanamaker, owner of Bayside Chevy and Toyota in Prince Frederick. He said, “There is no more common sense. I don’t know where it went,” and charged that the county wasn’t business-friendly. As it appeared at the Oct. 18 planning commission meeting, the project was renamed “The Shoppes and Residences of Lighthouse Inn,” and was scaled back to a smaller footprint. It still has a threestory residential building but with only five apartments on the water along with and a two-story office building along the street. The apartment building height was reduced to 36 feet, the same as the office building. An administrative variance was granted to allow the front setback of the office building to be 10 feet instead of the required 20 feet. The new proposal was approved by the planners without comment. dickmyers@countytimes.net
Thursday, October 26, 2017
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Maryland Secretary of Transporation Pete Rahm
By Dick Myers Editor It’s called the Annual Road Show and Calvert County was one of the stops. Maryland is the only state in the nation that requires its transportation officials to visit every county annually to interact with local officials and get their priorities. Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Rahm spent Oct. 24 in Southern Maryland visiting the three counties. Rahm presented his department’s sixyear plan (FY ’18-’23) to the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Senator Steve Waugh and Delegates Mark Fisher and Gerald Clark were also in attendance. The only funding change from the previous year was the addition of $5 million to the Routes 2/4 widening project. Rahm said that bids were awarded that day for the $42 million project from Fox Run Blvd. to South Commerce Lane. Groundbreaking is set for next spring with completion in 2020. The project will include the entrance to the Armory Square project. Rahm said his agency also has begun looking at ways to improve Route 231, to include intersection widening at Adelina Road, with a left turn lane. Del. Fisher, who lives down Adelina Road, emphasized how important it was to improve that turn lane. He also singled out the Mason Road intersection as badly in need of improvements. Fisher also talked about narrow, winding Sixes Road, which he said is being used as a bypass of Prince Frederick for Routes 231 to Routes 2/4 south. Fisher wants trucks banned from the road, but he was told by state officials that was no possible. He disagrees with that decision.
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Rahm said he would take another look at the Sixes Road situation. He noted that traffic aps often shows the quickest route without regard to the safety of the shortcut. Of course, the new Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge remains the area’s number one road priority and there was no new news from Rahm to present on that. Commissioner Pat Nutter wanted to know how much the federal government would be involved in that major project. Rahm said the feds provide monies every year to the state and it’s up to the state to determine priorities for using it. He said there are some in Congress who would like to balance the budget by reducing by 40 percent the amount of transportation monies sent to the states. Rahm reported that a task force was reviewing the possibility of a third Chesapeake Bay Bridge. That quickly brought a retort from BOCC Vice President Evan Slaughenhoupt, Jr. “You would be hard pressed to find anybody down here that thinks the location should be down here,” he said. Rahm said the task force had a fouryear timetable because there were so many aspects of the question to be considered. Rahm reported the state had decided to make the traffic light at Routes 2/4 and Cove Point Road, which had been intended as temporary for the Dominion Cove Point project construction, permanent instead. That had been requested by the BOCC. Commissioner Mike Hart praised the decision. He said traffic on that stretch of Routes 2/4 is “like the Autobahn sometimes.” Rahm said the Gov. Harry Nice Bridge over the Potomac had been funded to begin construction in 2020 with completion in 2023 The four-lane bridge will be parallel to the existing one and about the same height. Slaughenhoupt noted that the Maryland Transportation Authority bridge which is financed through toll revenue, was taking away from monies that could be applied to the Solomons bridge. Rahm also reported state successes with the port of Baltimore and BWI airport and with his agency’s replacement bridge project. He reported the Fishing Creek Bridge replacement in Chesapeake Beach would be open for business in the spring of 2019. Raum’s presentation, reflective of Gov. Hogan priorities, was praised by the BOCC. “It is very refreshing to hear rural Maryland has not been left out” said Commissioner President Tom Hejl. dickmyers@countytimes.net
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Maryland State Police Report It’s ‘No Shave November’ for Possession of Marijuana: On 10/18/17 at 4:34 pm, Trooper Stull stopped a vehicle on Rousby Hall Rd. near Clubhouse Rd. in Lusby for traffic violations. The strong odor of raw marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed 27.8 grams of suspected marijuana. Tyree J. Johnson, 21 of Lusby was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of MDMA (Methylenedioxymethamphetamine): On 10/21/17 at 1:09 am, Trooper First Class Davis stopped a vehicle on Little Cove Point Rd. in Lusby for traffic violations. A strong odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed a Methylenedioxy methamphetamine pill and drug paraphernalia. Rebecca S. Perez, 29 of Baltimore was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. First Degree Assault / Robbery: On 10/22/17 at 12:24 am, Trooper Bauer from the MSP Leonardtown Barrack notified MSP Prince Frederick of an assault that occurred earlier that evening at the Boomerangs parking lot in Solomons involving the victim and Justin M. Ford, 27 of Lusby. The victim was located in St. Mary’s County
in serious condition from the assault. Information obtained from the victim prior to transport to PG Shock Trauma stated Ford had stolen money and prescription medication prior to the assault. Ford was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Burglary: On 10/22/17 at 4:26 pm, Trooper First Class Rucker responded to the 1200 block of Lottie Fowler Rd. in Prince Frederick for a reported burglary/theft. The victim reported a Vizio television and cash were removed from the residence. A suspect has been developed and charges are pending. Warrant Service / Possession of Heroin: On 10/22/17 at 9:36 pm, Corporal Esnes stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Fox Run Blvd. in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. The driver, Joshua M. Ogle, 33, was found to have an open warrant through Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office. While awaiting confirmation on the warrant, a K-9 search resulted in a positive alert and a probable cause search revealed heroin. Ogle was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. From MSP Barrack U, Prince Frederick
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In an effort to raise money for the Detention Center’s Jailhouse Rockers Relay for Life team, Sheriff Mike Evans and the Calvert County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 109 are working together during “No Shave November.” Sheriff Evans has advised personnel he would relax the agency grooming standards from November 1st through November 30th. In exchange for the standards being relaxed personnel wishing to participate will pay a $50 donation. Things may be looking a little “scruffy” around
the office during the next month for those who have decided to give their razors a much-needed rest. If you would like to assist the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office with our efforts to raise money to support the Jailhouse Rockers Relay for Life team, please contact Captain Dave Payne at 410-535-1600 X2593, or email at David.Payne@calvertcountymd.gov.
The Calvert County Automated Speed Enforcement Unit has moved the speed enforcement camera from Mt. Harmony Road to Southern Connector Boulevard. This camera is in operation near the entrance to Mill Creek Middle School. The other cameras currently remain on Boyds Turn Road at Windy Hill Middle School and Ball Road at Mutual Elementary School. In the near future a camera will be placed in operation in front of Calvert Country School on Dares Beach Road. Cameras are active throughout the year, Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. This does not alter any posted speed
reduction times. Citations are issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, and only if the speed was 12 mph or more over the posted speed limit. The camera will adjust for the reduced speed times. A school zone speed camera violation is a $40 fine with no points. If you have any questions or concerns about the Calvert County Safety for Students program, please contact Deputy Julia Murphy at 410-535-2800, or email at Julia.Murphy@calvertcountymd.gov.
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Schools’ Strategic Plan Progress Measures Unveiled By Dick Myers Editor The Calvert County Board of Education approved last month a strategic plan that includes goals of equity, student outcomes climate and culture, workforce and community engagement. The plan calls for developing ways to measure the progress of those goals. Over the past month task forces called by Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry have worked to develop ways of measuring the progress. Those measures were presented to the board at their Oct. 19 meeting. They are: Measuring Our Progress for Equity (Task force chaired by Sandy Walker) • FY 2017 will be the baseline measure for documenting the percentage of staff who have completed cultural proficiency training. Training will be developed with a 95% staff completion target for 2018. • FY 2017 will be the baseline measure for documenting the percentage of students perceiving high expectations and positive attitudes from school staff towards all students regardless of background. CCPS staff will aim to increase the percentage of students perceiving high expectations and positive attitudes from school staff towards all students regardless of background by 3% for the next three years. Measuring Our Progress for Student Outcomes (task force chaired by Diane Workman and Susan Johnson) The CCPS staff will work to: • Increase the percentage of students who are proficient on PARCC in English/Language Arts and Math. • Increase the percentage of graduating students who have completed courses and/or pathways that could earn them articulated credit or college credit (CSM, dual enrollment, CTE pathways, or AP courses) at
the high school level. • Decrease the achievement gap of specialized populations (e.g., race, ELL, students with IEPs, FARMs) in English/Language Arts and Math in grades 3, 5, 8 and 10. • Increase the percentage of students who enter Grade 9 enrolling in Honors courses. • Increase the percentage of students who are proficient on PARCC in English/Language Arts and Math. • Increase the percentage of graduating students who have completed courses and/or pathways that could earn them articulated credit or college credit (CSM, dual enrollment, CTE pathways, or AP courses) at the high school level. • Decrease the achievement gap of specialized populations (e.g., race, ELL, students with IEPs, FARMs) in English/Language Arts and Math in grades 3, 5, 8 and 10. • Increase the percentage of students who enter Grade 9 enrolling in Honors courses. • Increase the percentage of minority students taking an AP test and scores a 3 or higher. • Increase the percentage of students enrolled in CTE programs who earn technical skill attainment. • Increase the number of students who participate in Performing Arts coursework or activities for at least three (3) years in high school. • Develop a plan to increase digital technology in daily instruction. Measuring Our Progress for Workforce (Taskforce chaired by Tony Navarro and Laveeta Hutchins) • Percentage of racially diverse teachers that closely match the student populations belonging to minority groups • Percentage of staff who report leaving Calvert Coun-
ty Public Schools for neighboring counties • Percentage of employees surveyed who indicate that they feel their opinions matter • Retention rate of new teachers (less than 5 years of experience) • Percentage of classes taught by a teacher who is teaching out of field Measuring Our Progress for Community Engagement (Taskforce chaired by Vicky Karol) 2017 will be the baseline measure for documenting:’ • The percentage of students participating in internships and shadowing experiences. The CCPS staff will aim to increase the number of students in internships and shadowing experiences by 2% per year for the next three years. • The number of parents, businesses, and community members participating in the school district by volunteering, mentoring, and/or tutoring students. CCPS staff will aim to increase the percentage of parents, businesses, and community members participating in our schools by volunteering, mentoring, and/or tutoring students by 2% per year for the next three years. • The percentage of businesses, civic organizations, individuals who engage with our school system as advocates, allies, and partners to increase equity, access, and results for all students. CCPS staff will aim to increase the percentage of businesses, organizations, and individuals who engage with our school system as advocates, allies, and partners to increase equity, access, and results for all students by 2% per year for the next three years. The taskforce on Culture and Climate, chaired by Kim Roof, has not yet concluded its work.
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Tammy Davis of Chesapeake Beach won the Soups and Stews Division of the National Oyster Cook-Off at the Oct. 21 US Oyster Festival in Leonardtown. She then garnered an award for Best Presentation for “Oyster Pan Roast with Harissa and Spicy Pita Chips.”
Philanthropy Hall of Fame Inductees Announced The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland (CFSOMD) Board Chair Ellen Flowers-Fields announces the 2017 Philanthropy Day Hall of Fame inductees. Established in 2008, the Philanthropy Hall of Fame commemorates individuals and groups who have given selflessly of their time, energies, and funds to improve the wellbeing of their communities. This year’s Philanthropy Day Luncheon will be held Friday, November 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center, 3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf, MD 20601. To be honored are Lifestyles, Inc., Sandy O. Washington; O’Brien Realty, Jimmy Hayden; Gordon Croft; and Charlotte Wilkening Commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland, the theme of this year’s Philanthropy Day Lun-
cheon is “Looking Forward, Giving Back.” This year’s keynote speaker will be veteran development director and speaker Linda Gottfried, whose experience includes raising funds for the MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center Foundation, Calvert Hospice, and the Southern Maryland Regional Office of the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter. For tickets and additional information about the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland and the annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon visit http://www.cfsomd.org/ events/2017-philanthropy-day-luncheon/ For information about prior year inductees visit http://www.cfsomd.org/philanthropy-hall-of-fame/ From Community Foundation of Southern Maryland
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Substance Abuse Efforts: Whole County Involved lip was re-elected president of the CAASA Board of Directors, a diverse group of community, agency, student and law enforcement members. Although the average age for overdoes is 35 years, D’Agostino said education efforts are still also geared to younger people. In recognition that drug education needs to start early, the sheriff’s office’s Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program has been the capstone of the county’s substance abuse efforts. The county D.A.R.E Photos by Mike Batson coordinator, Deputy First D.A.R.E. officers along with Sheriff Mike Evans pose before one of their two vehicles before receiving an Class Andre Mitchell said award from Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse. the curriculum has changed in the seven ears he has By Dick Myers been in the program. D’Agostino noted that was a result Editor of the pressure for the national D.A.R.E. program to deIn the late 1980’s, crack cocaine was rampant in Cal- velop a more evidence-based curriculum. Mitchell said before D.A.R.E. emphasized “Just Say vert County. A group of community leaders vowed to No to Drugs.” He said now, “We really don’t focus on try to do something about it. That group included State Sen. Bernie Fowler, Delegate George Owings (now state specific drugs.” veteran’s secretary) and the late Judge Thomas Rymer (a former delegate). They invited Gov. William Donald Schaefer down to Prince Frederick for a town hall meeting on the problem. Out of that call to action came an organization called Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA), which has been active ever since. Its mission statement says: “CAASA will involve the entire community to promote a healthy environment free of alcohol and other Today the D.A.R.E. program relies heavily on the mesdrug abuse.” sage that young people need to “make safe and responCandice D’Agostino joined CAASA as its coordinator in 1999 and is still in the same position today. When she sible decisions.” Tests are administered before and after the program to joined, the focus had switched to alcohol and marijuana. Less than a decade later the main drug abuse problems in measure results, Mitchell explained. “It gauges what they Calvert County had once again changed, this time to pre- have learned.” The program is taught to every 6th grader in 10 conscription opioid drugs and heroin. They remain a deadly secutive lessons as part of the health curriculum. problem today. The program was removed from elementary schools According to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, as of years ago for logistics reasons. But last year Michell said Oct. 19, there were 144 overdoes reported this year and th 25 fatalities. The average age has gone up to 35 years this a pilot 5 grade after-school program (two a week for six year from 18-30 in previous years. That means trying to weeks) was initiated and will be expanded to four elementary schools this year. reach that age group in places that they congregate. There also is a shortened high school D.A.R.E. that inD’Agostino said over the years CAASA’s message has remained constant. “Only the drugs have changed,” she cludes a lesson during lunch break followed by two online lessons as reinforcement. The lessons are timed to occur said. CAASA was formed from committees organized after before junior or senior proms. Former CAASA board member Alyssa Gibson was the Call to Action meeting in Prince Frederick. They included law enforcement, business, education and public instrumental in getting the program into her school, Huntingtown High School. She was guest speaker at the agencies dealing with the drug problem. Today CAASA remains anchored in its partnerships awards ceremony. She said the message from D.A.R.E. with similar groups, such as the Calvert County Sheriff’s for her classmates: “There are plenty of ways of having Office, Maryland State Police, the health department and fun without doing drugs and drinking alcohol.” Additionally, there are plans for a Camp D.A.R.E. sumits Substance Abuse Services, community Neighborhood Watch organizations, Project Graduation, and the mer program next summer. The five-day camp will be for incoming and outgoing 5th graders at a still-to-be-deterhospital. Representatives from those and other partners were mined location. Capacity will be 75 students. Mitchell’s first class is now freshmen in college and honored Oct. 23 at CAASA’ Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony at the College of Southern Maryland Prince he gets a kick out of hearing from them and seeing them Frederick campus. During the ceremony Kristen DePhil- out in the community. He said his students are constantly pointing him out to their parents.
He said the kids remember him. When he is with a group of officers at the county fair, they come up just to talk to him. The county has three full-tine D.A.R.E. officers, plus four others certified to run the program as collateral duty when needed. “Our message isn’t just drugs. It’s decisions. It’s consequences,” Mitchell reiterated about the value of the D.A.R.E. program. He said some parents say that their child had used rugs after the program. He said he tells them, “Everyone makes mistakes,” and to reinforce the message about individual responsibility This week, Oct. 23-31 is National Red Ribbon Week, which began after the kidnapping, torture, and murder of DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena in 1985. Camarena had been working undercover in Guadalajara, Mexico for over four years. His efforts led to a tip that resulted in the discovery of a multimillion-dollar narcotics manufacturing operation in Chihuahua, Mexico. Red Ribbon Week was officially proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan. Many events are being held through the week in Calvert County schools. CAASA will be at Huntingtown and Patuxent high schools and Mill Creek Middle School with the vision goggles that students can wear to simulate driving while impaired. Also, the drug take-back program which is offered 24/7 at the sheriff’s office will also be held at Southern, Northeast and Mt. Harmony community centers, The word “resistance” is part of D.A.R.E. That could call to mind the cliched message from the Borg in Star Trek – “Resistance is Futile.” With drug use still rampant, albeit in a new form, D’Agostino was asked if success was futile. She responded by saying the real answer to the question was realized on a case by case basis for every young person whose life is positively changed. Those are the successes that should be the measurement of the value of Calvert County’s substance abuse programs. dickmyers@countytimes.net
CAASA Board President Kristen DePhllip (l) and CAASA Coordinator Candice D’Agostino at the annual Awards Ceremony Oct. 23 at CSM Prince Frederick.
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In Remembrance Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Johnson
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Johnson, 89, of Lothian passed away October 21, 2017 at Riva Terrace Assisted Living in Davidsonville. She was born April 1, 1928 in Lothian to Calvert Lorenzo and Elizabeth Anne “Lillie” (Moreland) Wilkinson. Betty attended Owensville Elementary School and graduated from Southern High School in 1946. She married John Herbert Johnson on October 17, 1947 and they lived in Lothian, where Betty was primarily a homemaker raising her three children. She was a lifelong member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning, reading and sewing. Betty was preceded in death by her husband John Herbert Johnson, Sr. She is survived by children John Herbert Johnson, Jr. and wife Julia of Lothian, Barbara Tucker and partner Dan Westland of Hampstead and Linda Gibson and husband David of Lothian, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. She is also survived by siblings Mary Cranford and husband Jim of Lothian, Genie Greenwell and husband Mike of Davidsonville, Thomas Wilkinson and wife Patricia of Lothian, and Nellie Jones (late husband Bernard Lee) of Lothian, as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, October 26, 2017, 2-4 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home – Owings, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. Funeral services will be Friday, Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. 122 Bayard Road, Lothian MD 20711. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 400, Fairfax VA 22030; website: http://www.alz.org
Gwendolyn Ann “Gwen” Arnold
Gwendolyn Ann “Gwen” Arnold, 76, of Lexington Park passed away October 21, 2017 at her residence. She was born August 9, 1941 in Capitol Heights to Wilmer and Alice (Brady) Greenwell. Gwen married Donald Arnold in June of 1961 and they lived in Capitol Heights before moving to Prince Frederick, where she lived for 32 years. She moved to Lexington Park in 2011 and lived with her daughter until her passing. Gwen was employed as a meat wrapper for A&P Grocery and later Safeway for 16 years. She then went to work cleaning houses for 9 years until her retirement. Gwen enjoyed visiting with friends at Calvert Pines Senior Center and found joy in crafts, flowers and games of chance. She wanted to be remembered as a funny lady who wished everyone happiness. Gwen was preceded in death by her husband Donald James Arnold, Sr. in 1986, son Joseph A. Arnold, sisters Margaret Grey and Mary Alice Hyson and brothers Thomas Sr. and Timothy Greenwell. She is survived by children Alice R. Caudill of Lexington Park, Donald J. Arnold, Jr. and wife Debbie of Mechanicsburg, PA and Valerie E. Reinhart of Lancaster, PA, grandchildren Scott and Sarah Caudill, Donald J. Arnold III and Austin Michael Reinhardt, great grandson Aidan Lee Caudill and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday, October 27, 2017, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. Funeral services will be Saturday, Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suitland MD 20746.
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Alice Virginia McDaniel
Alice Virginia McDaniel, 73, of North Beach passed away October 18, 2017. She was born November 11, 1943 in Washington, D.C. to William and Alice (Newman) Sherry. Alice was raised in D.C. and lived most of her life in Forestville until moving to North Beach in 2016. She attended Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School in Washington, D.C. She was employed as a guidance secretary and cafeteria worker for Forestville Military Academy. Alice married William Lyle McDaniel in Upper Marlboro on November 6, 1970. She was very giving and was always providing to others. She will be remembered as a fighter and loving grandmother, whose greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband William. Alice is survived by children Lyle McDaniel of Gaithersburg, Sherry Lehnen and husband Michael of Chesapeake Beach, Brian McDaniel and wife Jennifer of Huntingtown and Audrey Rotindo and husband Phil of Marlton, NJ, step children Patti, Billy, Holly, Rick and Lorna. Also surviving are grandchildren Sara (Donald), Travis, Michael, Kylie, Aaron, Matthew and Ashley, a sister Margaret Conway and a brother John Sherry Memorial contributions may be made to End Hunger In Calvert County, P.O. Box 758 Huntingtown MD 20639, Phone: 410-2575672; website: http://www.endhungercalvert.org/ Funeral arrangements were made by Rausch Funeral Home.
Melissa Lynn “Lisa” Thompson
Melissa Lynn “Lisa” Thompson, 49, passed away October 18, 2017. She was born October 8, 1968 at P.G. Hospital in Cheverly to Herbert Clarence and Virginia Iola (Plotts) Beall. Lisa was raised in Mitchellville and graduated from Largo High School in 1986. She was primarily a homemaker and she loved animals. Melissa is survived by her mother and step father Virginia Beall and Raymond Catterton of Owings, sister Stacey Beall of Baltimore, longtime companion Antonio Queen, children David Frederick, Brittany Walker, Timothy, Glen, Terrance, Mariah and Mercedez Frederick, Destiny, Shane and Faith Thompson, two grandchildren and one niece and nephew. She was preceded in death by her father Herbert C. Beall. Funeral services by Rausch Funeral Home.
Leonard Fabian Hanson
Leonard Fabian Hanson, 96, of Upper Marlboro passed away October 16, 2017. He was born August 12, 1921 in Custer County, NE to Swedish immigrants John Edwin and Sophia (Nelson) Hanson. Leonard was raised in Wild Horse Valley, NE and graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1941. Following high school, Leonard attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln for a few months before getting drafted into the United States Army in December of 1941. Leonard served during WWII as a bomber pilot and was stationed in England. He survived 31 missions and was awarded the Bronze Star and Air Medal during his time in the war. Leonard was honorably discharged in 1945 and went back to the University of Nebraska and graduated in 1948. Following his graduation, he re-enlisted in the United States Air Force and served in Korea. Leonard remained on active duty until 1957 and was on reserve until his retirement in 1969 as Lieutenant Colonel. Leonard married Carlotta Randolph in 1956 and they moved to Maryland in 1968. He was employed as a manager with Goldline Bus Company, retiring in 1978. In 1977, Leonard bought his farm in Upper Marlboro, where he farmed and raised cattle for 35 years. He was a member of the Lions Club, Masonic Lodge and Brookfield United Methodist Church. He enjoyed playing chess and golf and had a passion for farming and raising cattle Leonard was preceded in death by his wife Carlotta Hanson, sister Viola Hanson and brother Vernon Hanson. He is survived by daughters Ruth Clare and husband John of Soldotna, AK and Janet Sweeney and husband Randy of Upper Marlboro, son James Hanson of Upper Marlboro, grandchildren Meri Proffen and husband Ben, Hannah Clare, Reuben Sweeney, Rachel Sweeney, Sam Sweeney and wife Sarah, Erik Hanson and Vernon Hanson, great-grandchildren Lars Proffen and Jessie Mae and Jaclyn Rae Sweeney and sister Ruth Westerbeck. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Richie Highway Pasadena MD 21122, Phone: 410-9872003; website: http://www.hospicechesapeakeorBrookfield United Methodist Church, 12806 Croom Road, Upper Marlboro MD 20772, Phone: 240-681-3532; website: http://brookfield-immanuel.org/ Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.
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Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons, MD 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM A program for children age 3—5 and their caregivers. Theme is Sea Stars and Other Unique Creatures. Fee is $5, CMM members are FREE. The Gills Club at Calvert Marine Museum Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons, MD 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM FREE program designed for girls ages 7—12 interested in learning more about sharks. Gills Club is a STEM-focused program from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Preregistration is required. Register now at www.bit.ly//GillsClubRegistration. For more information, email Mindy.Quinn@calvertcountymd.gov. JPPM Speaker: Dr Torben Rick, Archaeologist, National Museum 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD 20685 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM October 26: Dr. Torben Rick, Archaeologist, National Museum of Natural History, on “Evolution of a Fishery and the Decline of an Estuary: Historical Ecology and Archaeology of the Chesapeake Bay.” The lecture will explore the archaeology and historical ecology of the Chesapeake Bay focusing on Native American exploitation of oysters, crabs, and other bay resources. or more information about the speaker series or other park events call, 410-5868501 or visit www.jefpat.org.
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Cordon Bleu Dinner 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM FRIDAY OCTOBER 27 CHICKEN CORDON BLEU DINNER—Join us for an informal dinner from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by the Sons of American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road E on Route 260
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in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The dinner includes all the trimmings, and beverage for $12. Public invited. Call for more information 410257-9878. www.ALPost206.org Annual Trunk or Treat Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church 9463 HG Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Come to Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church for a fun and safe way to enjoy Halloween. Trunks will be popped all over the parking lot and filled with Halloween treats. For more information call 410-2312075 or email pastor@shepherdofthebay. com.
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Free Residential Shredding Event in Lusby Northern High School, 2950 Chaneyville Road, Owings, MD 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM The Calvert County Division of Solid Waste is hosting a free paper shredding event for county residents Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The event will be held at the Northern High School located at 2950 Chaneyville Road in Owings from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. The shred event helps prevent identity theft by destroying confidential or sensitive documents. All paper must be removed from plastic bags and cardboard boxes. Paper clips and staples are acceptable. Binders and binder clips are not acceptable. There is no limit per resident and proof of residency is required. Certificates of destruction will be provided if requested. Businesses are prohibited from this event. Halloween in the Garden Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM $2 per person; parking is free. A daytime trick-or-treating parade! Looking for something SPOOKtackular to do for Halloween? Annmarie Garden will host the 18th Annual Halloween in the Garden on Saturday, October 28, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. More than 70 community organizations and businesses will Thomas McKay Eric McKay
decorate booths, don costumes, and hand out candy and treats to all the children. Some free activities will be provided and devilishly delicious food vendors will be present. Admission of $2.00 per person will benefit local charities including the Holiday Food Basket Program and the Annmarie Schloarship Fund. Parking is free and will be located in the field adjacent to the garden—follow signs. FREE trick or treat bags handed out to every guest! Interested in having a booth, email or call us to learn more! www.annmariegarden.org Halloween Trunk or Treat Trinity United Methodist Church, 90 Church St. Prince Frederick 20678 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join us for safe family- friendly fun with games, cake walk,food and candy. For additional information call. 410-535-1782 Trunk or Treat St. Paul United Methodist Church, 11000 HG Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Games & Treats. Free Event! Free Annual Family Fall Festival 8912 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Please join us from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday October 28, 2017, for the Union Church Family Fall (for Jesus) Festival. Fun & games for everyone including Costume Contest, DJ/Dance Floor, games, and Treats! The Church is located next to the North Beach Town Hall at 8912 Chesapeake Avenue. This free event is offered with the compliments of the Congregation. All are cordially invited. Questions may be directed to (410)257-3555. www. facebook.com/NBUnionChurch.
Sunday, October 29
Color Run 300 Calverton School Road, Huntingtown 8:30 AM - 12 Noon Come out and celebrate fall in style! The Calverton School Lacroosse Team is hosting a community Color Run. Complete with liquid colors sprayed while runners pass through stations as well as chalk col-
ors to celebrate crossing the finish line. Runners can wear white or run in costume, either way, it will be a howling good time. This is a fun run community event open to children of all ages- 1-100 www. calvertonschool.edu Optimist Club of Calvert’s Halloween Party & Costume Parade 140 Calvert Fair Drive, Prince Frederick 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Optimist Club of Calvert is hosting our annual Halloween Party and Costume Parade for children ages 1-13 on Sunday, October 29th. Join us for an afternoon of fun and games, crafts, treats and a special Halloween Parade! The parade will begin at 2:00 p.m.; please register onsite by 1:45 p.m. to participate in the costume parade. This free event will be held from 1:00—3:00 pm in the Main Building of the Calvert County Fairgrounds in Prince Frederick. Free Kids’ Halloween Party 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the upper level hall of the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Hosted by the Auxiliary. All are Welcome. For information call 410257-9878. www.ALpost206.org Dismantling Racism in America: A Book Study Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish 10210 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Book study on “Living into God’s Dream: Dismantling Racism in America”, by Catherine Meeks. Offered in two formats, both are open to all: 1) A live book study on Sunday afternoons in the Parish Hall from 2:00—3:00 pm October 8—November 12. Each week will feature a guest discussion leader from the community. 2) Online Facebook Group discussion will be offered on Wednesday evenings 10/ 11 to 11/15 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. More specifics will follow in the October Connector and Facebook. Sponsored by Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church—Big Conversation.
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Daylight Savings Time Changes
Daylight savings time ends November 6 at 2 a.m. Make sure that you set your clocks BACK one hour before you go to bed Saturday, November 5. Remember to always check or change the batteries in your smoke detectors!
Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer
The AARP Tax-Aide program, sponsored by the Calvert County Office on Aging, is looking for volunteers to serve as tax counselors to prepare, review and e-file 2017 tax returns at each of the three senior centers in 2018. Training will be offered in late 2017 and/or early 2018. If this volunteer opportunity interests you, please contact Patti Ryon at the Office on Aging, 410-535-4606.
November is National Diabetes Month
Over 30 million Americans have diabetes in the United States, and approximately 25% of the population over the age of 65 have this disease. Join our Health Coordinator, Melinda Gaines, as she will address tips on how to manage this disease, and how you can live a healthy life while living with diabetes. Presentations will be held at North Beach, November 9, 10:30 a.m.; Calvert Pines, November 14, 10:30 a.m.; Southern Pines, November 15, 12:30 p.m.
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Crocheter’s and Knitters Wanted! Monday’s at 1:30 p.m. meet up with knitting and crochet friends in the Old Bay Café at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Paint a rock with an inspirational message and then hide the rock in our community on Thursday, November 2, 10:30 a.m. All supplies provided. Please register.
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Join us Thursday, November 2, 11:30 p.m. and listen as members of our Scribblers Writing Group read their interviews and stories from various veterans. Join friends both old and new for Lunch Bunch Friday, November 3, 12:30 p.m. Tab, tip and transportation are on your own.
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Learn about the organization, Quilts of Valor on Thursday, November 9, 12:30 p.m. The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or wanting to learn something new join us for the Acrylics Painting Class on Wednesday, November 1, 9:00 a.m. $10.00 fee.
Eating Together Menu
Monday, October 30
Thursday, November 2
Chicken & Shrimp Gumbo, Tossed Salad w/Chick Peas, Seasoned Kale, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges
Tuna Salad in a Pita Pocket, Lettuce/Tomato Slices, Coleslaw, Whole Baked Apple with Raisins
Meatloaf w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Greens, Dinner Roll, Peach Crisp
BBQ Chicken, Oven Roasted Red Potatoes and Onions, Roasted Carrots, Dinner Roll, Baked Apples
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Wednesday, November 1
Friday, November 3
Pork Chop with Cinnamon Spice Applesauce, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Dinner Roll, Pineapple Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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Saturday, October 28
Shake It Out 10:00-10:30am Shake It Out Music and Movement will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come join us for some shake’n fun. Please register. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
Garden Smarter - Decorating from the Woods 10:00-11:30am Learn how to gather and use foliage, berries, cones and other bits of vegetation to decorate your home for the holidays. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. http:// CalvertLibrary.info.
On Pins & Needles 2:00-4:00pm Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. No registration. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-2572411. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
Meet Interesting People - Human Library 1:00-4:00pm Check out a human book! Have a conversation and learn about their life experiences. The Human Library is a way to have a one-on-one conversation about stigmas and stereotypes of issues associated with conflicts we face today. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
OMOB #DoSomethingCalCo! 6:30-8:30pm Find your voice through civic engagement. Dr. Seuss as the Lorax said, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” Professional facilitator Sue Kullen will teach a four-part series to practice the skills of getting organized and involved in issues that affect your community. Bring a friend and your passion and engage! Sponsored by Maryland Humanities. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-8551862. CalvertLibrary.info. Halloween Evening Storytime 6:30-7:15pm Join us for a fun evening of Halloween stories and songs. Costumes welcome! Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411. http://CalvertLibrary. info. Halloween Evening Storytime 7:00-8:00pm Slightly spooky Halloween Storytime. Costumes optional. Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 410-257-2101. http:// CalvertLibrary.info.
Friday, October 27 On Pins & Needles 1:00-4:00pm Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
Construction Zone 2:00-4:00pm. Bring your family to explore the library’s building sets. It’s come and go constructive time in the storytime room as we bring out the library’s collection of Legos®, Keva Planks®, Lincoln Logs®, blocks, Magformers® and more. No registration. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-8551862. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
Monday, October 30 Monday Morning Fun 10:00-11:00am Join us for dancing, stories, movies and fun. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info. Manga Otaku Artist Nights 7:00-8:30pm On 1st Tuesdays and 3rd Mondays comics and manga fans ages 10 to 17 gather at the Twin Beaches Branch to learn the techniques of drawing for comics. Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-2572411. http://CalvertLibrary.info.
Tuesday, October 31 Flying Needles 6:00-9:00pm Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289. http://CalvertLibrary. info.
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Fishing Report By Ken and Linda Lamb Contributing Writers Rockfish are the primary target for fishermen now as the water cools and clears. Stripers are in the shallows at dusk and dawn around structure and in in the mouths of creeks on falling tides. Speaking of tides, there has been very little water movement this week. There have been two tides: low and lower with very lazy flow. These conditions are typical of October with calm wind and falling temperatures. This shortens the feeding time of fish and puts emphasis on being the fi rst caster or troller in the right spot. Cedar Point has many locations where tide eddies, rocky shorelines, rock piles and other sturcture will fi nd rockfish eager to take cast lures (crankbaits, jigs, bucktails, and surface poppers). Trollers in the shallows up the Patuxent using bucktails and small spoons are doing well. An 18-inch redfish was taken there over the weekend. I have caught reds as late as Halloween, but the last of these tropical fish will be
gone soon. Deep trollers fi nd fish in 30 to 40 feet on the oyster bars in both Patuxent and Potomac. The Honga river and Hooper Straights have a wealth of structure points for hefty rockfish. Capt. Brady Bound on the “Miss Lena” (301-9040471) is an expert on sight casting and his boat is perfect for taking parties to sight cast for fish in skinny water. Barren Island and Hoopers Island straights, the Honga River and the thoroughfares of Bloodsworth Island are his specality. He can take you where no man has gone before (sorta) and put you on fish in a ditch with a mud hole at the end where you would never guess a 26 inch rockfish venture. There are plenty of perch for bottom fishermen in the rivers. Creek fishing is difficult with these low tides. A bit of rain and bigger tides will give us back that resource until some real cold comes along. Spot are still hanging around, and they are mostly jumbo size. Bass fishing is very good now in ponds and St. Mary’s Lake. Crappie fishing in the lake should take off soon.
Dallas Croce with a catch from near Drum Point in the mouth of the Patuxent.
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Thursday, Oct 26 Randy Nelson Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00 - 10:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com BRA Pong Tournament Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com Swamp Candy The Ruddy Duck Brewery, Solomons 7:30 - 11:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com
Friday, Oct 26 Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM www.anglers-seafood.com Halloween Round 1 with DJ RAY Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
Halloween Party FT. Johanssen’s The Ruddy Duck Brewery, Solomons 8:00 - 11:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com
Sunday, Oct 29 Sumner Acoustic Kids Halloween Party The Ruddy Duck Brewery, Solomons 2:00 - 4:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com
Monday, Oct 30 BRA BLING Speed Bingo/Cornhole League Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
Wednesday, Nov 1 Wild Card Trivia Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 7:00 - 9:00 PM www.anglers-seafood.com
Satruday, Oct 28 Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland, will host their annual trick-or-treating festival, Halloween in the Garden, on Saturday, October 28, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are looking for a fun family-friendly Halloween activity, this is the place to be! For the 18th year, youngsters and their families are invited to parade down Annmarie’s Wooded Path collecting treats and small gifts from more than 70 booths. Each booth is decorated and hosted by a Southern Maryland community organizations or business. Admission is $2.00 per person and will benefit several local charities, including the American Legion’s Holiday Food Basket Program, the Annmarie Scholarship Fund, Adult Daycare of Calvert County, the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department, Patuxent High School NJROTC, and Three Oaks Center Veterans Initiative. Trick-or-treating bags will be provided courtesy of Smile Castle Pediatric Dentistry. New this year: purchase a Fast Pass for $5/person online at www.annmariegarden.org and avoid the wait in the general admission line! Proceeds from the Fast Pass sales will also benefit the listed charities. Halloween in the Garden will feature a new festival layout designed to get visitors started on their trick-or-treating ad-
venture faster than ever! Halloween in the Garden is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beautiful fall colors in the Garden, and celebrate the change in the season by participating in this beloved Southern Maryland family tradition. The Garden will be full of spooktacular decorations, so don’t forget to bring your camera to capture wonderful photo opportunities and memories. Dress the whole family up in their Halloween finest and enjoy a day of trick-or-treating and fall fun! There will be food vendors selling family-friendly food and snacks. Visitors will also be able to shop from vendors including independent consultants, handmade crafts, and more. Parking is free and will be located in the field adjacent to the Garden—Patuxent High School NJROTC students will be on hand to assist and guide vehicular traffic. Halloween in the Garden is a smoke-free and pet-free event, so leave your cigarettes and pets at home. Purchase a Fast Pass online for $5 per person and jump the line, or buy your ticket the day of the event for $2 per person. For additional information, call (410) 326-4640 or visit www.annmariegarden.org. From Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
Dave & Kevin Trio Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM www.anglers-seafood.com Halloween Round 2 with Backstage Pass Band Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com
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