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Calvert County Observes Veteran’s Day By Dick Myers Editor “To care for him who shall have borne the battle.” Those were the words of President Abraham Lincoln. They were the theme, and the Lincoln Memorial the visual image, for this year’s national celebration of Veteran’s Day. Calvert County marked the occasion with two outdoor events – at the Prince Frederick courthouse Veteran’s Green and at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in Chesapeake Beach. The courthouse ceremony every year is hosted by the American Legion Department of Maryland Calvert County Council, which is comprised of four posts. American Legion Calvert County Commander Jay Bolles acted as Master of Ceremonies for the event. Representatives of the county’s high school’s Naval Junior Reserve Ofﬁcer Training Corps, along with the Civil Air Patrol, gave speeches on what Veteran’s Day meant to them. Calvert High School Lt. Cmdr. William Wood took a page from current evets by describing veterans as those who have honorably served, and thus having received an honorable discharge. He said the alleged shooter in the Texas church massacre should not have been called a vet-

eran because he received a dishonorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force. Guest speaker American Legion Southern Maryland District Commander John Countryman, Jr. also pulled from the headlines by describing veterans as “a group of proud citizens of the United States who still stand and salute the flag.” Countryman said when people ask him what rank he retired from, he answers, “I retired as a man.” He said he says that because he learned numerous life lessons while in the service and from his fellow servicemen. The courthouse ceremony included the laying of wreaths at the monuments on the green to the various wars. A gun salute followed from members of the rifle squads of the county’s American Legion posts. That was followed by a mournful playing of Taps. The Chesapeake Beach ceremony was hosted by Post 206. Post Commander Les Griffith was MC for the event that also included a wreath laying at the memorials in the park. Post representatives also read “Untold Stories” of the service of post members. A reception followed the ceremony in the post home. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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New Restaurant Coming to North Beach By Dick Myers Editor It will be called Hook & Vine Kitchen and Bar. North Beach’s newest restaurant is slated to open in January and will be seeking a liquor license next month from the Calvert County Board of License Commissioners (liquor board). The new establishment will be in a building formerly occupied by a restaurant called “Billville.” Town Zoning Administrator Rick Crump told the town council at its Nov. 9 meeting that the building at 41147 7th Street is now being renovated. The new restaurant is just a few doors away from one of the town’s largest res-

taurants, Plaza Mexico, which is always busy. The only other sit-down restaurants in town are Westlawn Inn, Neptune’s Seafood Pub and Sweet Sue’s Bake Shop and Coffee. There are several ice cream shops near the boardwalk. The Hook and Vine Kitchen and Bar is building its website (https://hookandvine. com/) and Facebook page. According to the website it will feature “fresh seafood, bacon and wine.” Its proposed hours of operation are not listed yet on the website. The restaurant’s owner Maria Daley did not return The County Times call seeking additional information. dickmyers@countytimes.net

Health Ofﬁcer Gives Semi-Annual Report Issues: Opioid Abuse, Health Insurance and the Flu By Dick Myers Editor

by Calvert County Health Officer Dr. Larry Polsky during his semi-annual report on Nov 13 to the county commissioners, sitting as the board of Health. For the fi rst six months of this year, statewide opioid According to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, deaths increased 19 percent, but Calvert County saw as of Oct. 19, there were 144 overdoes reported this a decrease from 12 in 2016 to seven this year. Those year and 25 fatalities, indicating there must have been were among the statistics and information provided quite an increase in deaths over the summer and early fall. Dr. Polsky indicated a number of interventions in Calvert County to fight the opioid problem. They are: 1) Prescriber education on pain management 2) Patient education on proper storage and disposal of prescription drugs 3 ) Yo u t h - t a r g e t e d education 4) First responder nalHOLLYWOOD FIRE DEPARTMENT oxone use SOCIAL HALL 5)Com mu n it y-w ide overdose prevention ma24801 THREE NOTCH ROAD terials/social marketing/ HOLLYWOOD, MD response training 6) Expanded treatment resources SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2017 But the health officer was not optimistic. “We 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. are far, far away from the end in sight for the issues we are dealing with,” he FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING said. Dr. Polsky also gave a report on enrollment REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE within the Affordable FOR SALE BY THE LADIES AUXILIARY Care Act (ACA) They include: - Federal regulations SPONSORED BY have shortened open enLADIES AUXILIARY rollment for both private HOLLYWOOD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT and Medicaid insurance through the Affordable Care Act to 45 days (preFor More Information Contact: Craftshow@hvfd7.com viously 90 days) - Enrollment begins

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November 1 and ends December 15 - For private plans on the individual market, Seedco is now the contact organization for Calvert County (https://www.seedco.org/affordable-health-caremaryland; (855) 339-3007 15). He said ACA Enrollment in Maryland now has 791,000 insured. That includes: - 243,000 insured under individual policies in the private market (Qualified Health Plans) - 291,000 insured through Medicaid - 257,000 insured through small business plans - Prior to ACA, 40% of small businesses were denied coverage by insurance carriers - The small business market is profitable for insurers Dr. Polsky said abolishment of federal Cost Sharing Reductions for insurance companies will result in $100 million in losses for Maryland carriers on individual policies As a consequence, insurers will increase rates on Silver Plan. The health officer also reminded everyone that flu season is upon us and it’s not too late to get a flu shot. He reported that influenza in the United States is “the 8th leading cause of death.” That occurs mostly in infants and elderly persons, but he said if other age groups don’t get their flu shots they can infect those most vulnerable. dickmyers@counytimes.net

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Public Learns About, Comments on Draft Land-Use Plan By Dick Myers Editor Judging from the attendance at the first of three open houses on the county’s draft Comprehensive Plan, citizens are interested in what is going on. The crowd steadily flowed through the conference room at Calvert Marie Museum in Solomons on Monday, Nov. 13 after first viewing a slide show on the draft plan, the process leading up to it and what happens next. Director of Planning and Zoning Mark Willis and his staff, including Jenny Plummer-Welker, the lead staffer in the plan process, greeted the citizens at maps, charts and graphs surrounding the room. They were joined by consultant Jacquelyn Seneschal of the firm WSP, who helped develop the plan. The busiest location was the landuse map showing how the county will develop, including the new outlines of the town centers and the newly created villages of Owings, Huntingtown and St. Leonard. Willis had predicted to The County Times that the meetings may elicit concerns about expansion of the town centers. Indeed, that did occur at the first open house.

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One man standing before the landuse map complained about the extension of the Prince Frederick town center limits along Route 231. Saying the draft said there was no traffic problem on Route 231, he retorted, “Whoever says there is no traffic problem on 231 doesn’t live on 231.” Len Zuza, a former candidate for state delegate, said standing in front of the land-use map that he was confused about what the Lusby Town Center should look like – what should go where. He also criticized the county’s purchase of the Patuxent Business Park, which is a ghost town with only Dominion constructing a building in it. The second open house was scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 14 in Dunkirk, with the final one on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Calvert High School in Prince Frederick. The draft is now also being circulated for comments from other agencies. The planning commission will take another crack at the plan in January and then the staff and consultant will work on crafting a second draft. The plan will eventually go to the county commissioners and a public hearing. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Bill Requests Include $75-Million Bond Authority By Dick Myers Editor The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will be submitting 20 bill proposals to the county legislative delegation when they meet on Dec. 12. Among the requests is authority to issue $75 million in bonds in the next fiscal year for 10 capital projects. The request for the bonding authority was the only request that did not receive unanimous approval from the five BOCC members. Commissioner Pat Nutter voted against it because he was concerned about one of the projects – the new Calvert County Administrative Building at the site of the Prince Frederick Armory. Nutter said he was opposed to doing the county building now because of there being so many other pressing needs in the county. “What I am concerned about here is overspending,” he opined. Before taking the vote, the BOCC did pull four projects from next year’s list, effectively delaying them a year. That action reduced the bond authority request from $92.7 million, or $17.5 million less than originally proposed by staff. The four projects delayed are the St. Leonard Town Square Community Center, Chesapeake Hills Golf Course clubhouse, Twin Beaches Branch Library and Dunkirk District Park Tennis Court. The library was delayed because they were told the project wouldn’t be ready in time for construction next year. Commissioner Mike Hart said he supported the golf course clubhouse. “I just need more time to look at it. I

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have reservations on the design,” he said, adding he wanted to make sure it was a money maker for the county. Commissioner Steve Weems initially balked at the project list because it didn’t include the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. They are seeking a fire substation in Lusby and a new rescue squad building. Weems was told by County Administrator Terry Shannon that the issue would be the subject of an upcoming meeting. St. Leonard VFD is also vying for monies for a new building. Weems was assured that the Solomons projects could proceed next for design using county funds, and not bond monies. That would come in later years with construction. The projects that survived in addition to the county office building were the North Beach fire boat, Calvert Marine Museum renovation/expansion, Ward Park Master Plan, Watson property, Northern Middle School, Back Creek Loop Water Main, Prince Frederick Pump Station, and Prince Frederick and Solomons wastewater treatment plants. The BOCC also approved sending to the legislators the proposals for salary increases for future commissioner boards, the sheriff and treasurer. Several of BOCC members voted against aspects of the proposal from a salary review board. But in the end all five commissioners voted to present the plan to the legislators. The legislative hearing will be Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center. dickmyers@countytimes.net

Hogan Announces Retirement Income Tax Relief for Veterans Governor Larry Hogan today announced that he will reintroduce legislation in the upcoming 2018 legislative session to eliminate all state income tax on retirement income received as a result of military service. The Hogan administration has introduced similar legislation during the past three legislative sessions, however it has yet to pass in full. The governor made the announcement at the State House during Veterans Appreciation Month and in advance of the nation’s 99th commemoration of Veterans Day on Saturday. He was joined by Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary George W. Owings III; members of the Maryland Veterans Com-

mission, including Chairman Fred Shinbur; Commander Betty Brown of Disabled American Veterans; Maryland Military Officers Association of America President Harvey Kaplan; and Art Cooper, chair of the Senior Citizens League of the Retired Enlisted Association. Also in attendance were representatives of numerous veterans’ organizations including the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Order of the Purple Heart, the Fleet Reserve Association, AMVETS, the Vietnam Veterans Association, the Korean War Veterans Association, and the Maryland National Guard. “There can’t possibly be words adequate enough to express our sincere gratitude, respect, and appreciation to all of our military veterans,” said Governor Hogan. “These FUEL DELIVERY JUMPSTART heroes make Maryland LOCKOUT TIRE CHANGE stronger, and we want to do everything we can to WINCHOUT LOAD SHIFTS STORAGE make sure that all of our MOTORCYLE & ACCIDENT TOWING veterans can continue to live, work, raise a famLOCAL & LONG DISTANCE ily, and eventually retire, right here. “Not only is this a deserved benefit for those who have served our country, this bill will also help make Maryland more competitive with other states in our region that already offer

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this benefit. We cannot afford to lose our veterans to neighboring states.” Three states bordering Maryland already offer either full or partial tax exemption for military retirement income. Delaware offers partial exemption, while Pennsylvania and West Virginia fully exempt military retirement pay. This proposed legislation comes on the heels of the governor’s announcement last month that he will introduce a bill to expand the Hometown Heroes Act of 2016, which exempted retired law enforcement and fire, rescue, and emergency response personnel from state income taxes on retirement income, to include correctional officers and exempt all retirement income from state taxes, rather than just the first $15,000. From Office of Gov. Larry Hogan.

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Former Property Huntingtown Arson Manager Pleads Guilty Under Investigation to Embezzlement By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Mattie Michele Scicchitano, former property manager for the White Sands Civic Association, pleaded guilty this week in Calvert County Circuit Court to embezzling about $175,000 over a 10 year period from the association, court documents show. Scicchitano came under the scrutiny of police earlier this year when the president of the civic association, Curt Hilpipre, tried to account for numerous discrepancies in finances which Scicchitano could not account for. During Hilpipre’s own investigation, Scicchitano admitted to him that she had been embezzling funds from the homeowners group for years; Hilpipre relayed that admission to police. “During this time it was discovered that Scicchitano had forged numerous documents and checks by endorsing her name and depositing checks in her personal account,” charging documents against her read. Scicchitano could not produce cer-

tain bank statements, police found, nor could she account for numerous checks missing from the association’s check book. Police also found that some bank statements in association file folders were either missing or fraudulent. Also, Scicchitano had attempted to use the association’s merchant account to fraudulently purchase items, some 600 purchases in all according to charging documents. Transactions from March through April alone on that account were about $2.3 million, charging documents read. “Only a few of those transactions were successfully completed,” court papers stated. Det. Wayne Wells, of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, applied for and conducted a search and seizure operation on Scicchitano’s home and found numerous pieces of evidence, court papers stated. An arrest warrant was issued for Scicchitano June 5 but she was soon after released on her own recognizance. guyleonard@countytimes.net

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland State Fire Marshals say a blaze that destroyed a single family home in Huntingtown was intentionally set. The fire occurred Sunday at about 9:44 a.m. near Wilson Road and Patience Place and caused $10,000 worth in damages and took 40 firefighters from the Huntingtown fire-

house 20 minutes to knock down. The fire was discovered by a passer-by, according to fire marshals. Fire marshals say an unknown suspect set fire to “combustible materials” inside the abandoned structure. Fire marshals are asking anyone with knowledge of the incident to call their regional office at 443-550-6834. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Possession of Marijuana: On 11/6/17 at 1:06 am, Trooper First Class Jones stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Ward Rd. in Dunkirk for traffic violations. The odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed over 10 grams of marijuana. Daniel M. Austin, 20 of Dunkirk was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Concealed Deadly Weapon: On 11/6/17 at 9:37 am, Corporal Esnes stopped a vehicle on Old Field Lane in Prince Frederick for traffic violations. A large sheath knife was observed in the center console when approaching the vehicle. The driver stated he forgot the knife was there and gave it to Cpl. Esnes as he stated “he didn’t need it anymore.” Douglas E. Sutherland, 52 of Lusby was issued the appropriate traffic citations and was released from the scene and advised he would be charged with concealing a deadly weapon at a later date. Sutherland was served on a Criminal Summons the following day. Destruction of Property: On 11/6/17 at 7:50 pm, Trooper First Class T. Davis

responded to the 11300 block of Commanche Rd. in Lusby for a malicious destruction of property complaint. The victim reported while sleeping, two suspects attempted to break into the home breaking a window and damaging screens. One of the suspects threw a charcoal grill at the back door. The victim was able to identify the suspects. They had left the scene before police arrived. Application of Statement of Charges has been completed for charges of Malicious Destruction of Property for Evern C. Sharpe, 37 and Rashid D. Sharpe, 20 both of Lusby.

Theft: On 11/7/17 at 9:51 am, Trooper First Class Matthews handled a complaint for theft of tools. The business owner reported Norris S. Twining 3rd, 46 of Lusby, an employee, had removed over $700 worth of tools from a job site after being fired and has refused to return them. An application for Statement of Charges has been completed for theft for Twining. Case remains open at this time. DUI & Possession of CDS: On 11/7/17 at 8:39 pm, Trooper First Class

Davis stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 near Bowie Shop Rd. in Huntingtown. Several signs of impairment were observed upon making contact with the driver. Nicole M. Fant, 32 of Chesapeake Beach was arrested for driving under the influence. A search incident to the arrest was conducted and both Alprazolam pills and Suboxone packets were located. She was additionally charged with possession of CDSNot Marijuana. She was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Theft from Motor Vehicle: On 11/9/17 at 5:51 am, Trooper First Class Costello responded to the 4400 block of Woodview Lane in Prince Frederick for a theft from a motor vehicle. The victim reported unknown suspect(s) had removed several items from inside an unlocked vehicle. The Amazon Kindle Fire 8 HD device has been entered into NCIC. Case remains open. Burglary: On 11/10/17 at 9:43 am, Trooper First Class Rucker responded to the 1900 block of Oriole Way in St. Leonard for a burglary complaint. Unknown suspects broke into the home

and removed an XBOX 360 console and controller and the victim’s wallet. Investigation continues.

Theft from Motor Vehicle: On 11/10/17 at 3:58 pm, Trooper First Class Harrod handled a report of a theft of rear license plate stolen from the victim’s vehicle by unknown suspects. The missing tag has been entered into NCIC (8CZ1031). Investigation continues. Theft from Motor Vehicle: On 11/12/17 at 10:30 pm, Trooper First Class Lewis responded to the 4400 block of Bristol Drive in Chesapeake Beach for a reported theft from motor vehicle. Unknown suspects had removed the registration tag from the victim’s vehicle. The missing tag has been entered into NCIC (4CL3778). Investigation continues. From Maryland State Police Barrack U, Prince Frederick

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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Calvert Youth Wins State Small Business Center Holds Business Showcase Fair Scholarship

Calvert County Youth MD Sate Fair Scholarship Winner Josiah Manning of Huntingtown

The Maryland State Fair Scholarship Program annually recognizes the importance of education and participation in the Maryland State Fair. This year, the Maryland State Fair & Agricultural Society, Inc. awarded $2,000 Scholarships to nine Maryland youth who were active in the Maryland State Fair and enrolled in an accredited college/university or were high school seniors en-

tering their college freshman year. One of the recipients was Josiah Manning of Huntingtown, a University of Maryland College Park student. Applicants completed an essay on the impact of their experience participating in the Maryland State Fair and how the scholarship will be beneficial in helping them with their career goals. The Marlin K. Hoff $2,000 Scholarship was also awarded to a Maryland youth enrolled in a four-year college and currently or previously enrolled in a 4-H, FFA or breed organization dairy project. The winner was selected on the basis of involvement in the dairy industry, academic performance, leadership qualities, future goals, and financial need. “Since its inception in 1879, agriculture education has been one of the Maryland State Fair’s top priorities,” said Maryland State Fair Assistant General Manager Becky Brashear. “Our competitive scholarships highlight and reward the accomplishments of youth, help them with their educational pursuits, and promote the importance of agriculture to our state and our world.” From Maryland State Fair

Maryland Department of Transportation representatives and the Southern and Corridor Region Small Business Development Center Business Development Accelerator Program team gather with private and public procurement representatives who participated in the Oct. 13 event at the Business Service Center in Bowie.

The Small Business Development Center, hosted by the College of Southern Maryland (CSM), along with the Maryland Department of Transportation/State Highway Administration, held a business procurement showcase Oct. 13 at the Business Service Center in Bowie. The showcase gave a group of local contracting firms the chance to present their services to potential private and public clients. “Many small businesses tend not to go to general networking events and trade shows because they feel it’s a waste of their time. They meet agency representatives that only market the agency,” said

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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Calvert Artist Studio Tour Scheduled

Art by Mimi Little. Photo courtesy of mimilittle.com.

CalvART Gallery in Prince Frederick presents the Second Annual Artist Home Studio Tour. The artists’ studios are all located off Route 4 from Huntingtown to Scientists Cliffs to Long Beach/Saint Leonard to Lusby. The tour will visit seven studios at your leisure from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 18, just in time for Holiday shopping. The artists featured on the tour will

display their different mediums of art and style through paintings, glass art, pottery, ceramics and jewelry. Ray Bogle, Studio: 220 MF Bowen Road, Huntingtown. His studio is a renovated 60 year old horse barn. Ray has created pieces ranging from tiny bottles to large collar rimmed vases and various sizes of ceramic boxes with puzzled lids. Ray will be firing up his kiln and working on several Raku pieces. Ray and Phyllis Noble, Studio: 3545 Alder Road, Port Republic, Gate A, Scientists Cliffs. Both Ray and Phyllis have been creating beautiful organic glass structures and images and melding color with texture and depth through kiln-formed fused glass art that has function. Both will be creating new pieces and showing their work at their studio. Mimi Little, Studio: 3838 Balsam Road, Port Republic, Gate B, Scientists Cliffs. Mimi has been painting in acrylics and collage since the mid 1990’s. She works in vivid colors with vigorous brush strokes on canvas and paper, influenced by her trips to Cuba, Florida and Africa. Her art work will be on display in her studio. Visit Mimi’s website: www.MimiLittle.com. Randy & Marie Estabrook, Studio: 2025 Date Road, Port Republic. Randy and Marie have worked with many different clay bodies and utilizes methods such as electric, gas and wood firing in their work. Randy works primarily functional ceramics, and Marie focus on sculptural wall hung pieces. Visit the Estabrook’s ebsite: www.browndogclaystudio.com. Denise Breitburg, Studio: Foxtail Pottery, 2335 Acacia Road, Port Republic. Denise has been interested in working with clay since college. She is particularly interested in form and balance, and draws inspiration from the natural world around her as a marine biologist. Her

Garden Club Supports CBL STEM Program

The Chesapeake Garden Club has donated $1,200 to the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory (CBL) in support of a mentoring project created by Dr. Laura Lapham, Assistant Professor. The goal of the project is mentoring students at the College of Southern Maryland involved in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs. Dr. Lapham created the STEM mentoring program at the College of Southern Maryland, and in 2008, she was honored as a L’Oréal USA Women in Science Fellow. In spring 2018, Lapham will give a lecture on methane biogeochemistry to students in Assistant Professor Lori Crocker’s biology class at the College

of Southern Maryland. Many of the students will then go on research cruise on the R/V Rachel Carson, to give each of them a hands-on experience as a marine scientist. Finally, Lapham will choose a summer intern to analyze the samples collected on the research cruise and report their ﬁndings. Lapham’s work at CBL includes understanding the impact of environmental changes on emissions of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, into aquatic environments like the Chesapeake Bay estuary, Arctic freshwater lakes, and the Gulf of Mexico hydrocarbon seeps. From CBL

work ranges from delicate jewel pots made of porcelain and silver wire, to large terra cotta platters embellished with images of sea creatures. Ann Crain, Studio: 6032 Bayview Road, St. Leonard. A lifelong resident of the Chesapeake Bay region, Ann draws her inspiration from the personal connection she feels from the local landscape as well as France, Belize, Italy, and Sweden. Ann continually refines her creative senses by merging color, line and figures. Her art conveys an obvious mood through creative use of color and paint application that forces viewers to draw upon their own imaginations. Jewelry is also Ann’s forte, using whimsical designs in her silver jewelry adding Simiprecious stones and exotic beads. Her art and jewelry will be on display at her studio. Ann’s website: www. anncrainart.com. Wendy Schneider, Studio: 230 Harbor Drive, Lusby. Wendy is a mixed media artist who works intuitively to create multi-layered work that draws the viewer into the mystery and the wonder of her playful mixed media art. Painting connects her to the “right” side of her brain, and it flows after that. Come visit Wendy’s studio and transport yourself into her beautiful art work. The CalvART Gallery is located in the Prince Frederick Center at the intersection of Rt. 4 and Rt. 231 nestled between the Sakura Restaurant and Dreamweaver Café. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am-5pm. For more information visit the website www.calvartgallery. org or call 410-535-9252. The CalvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County. The Gallery plans shows every month and our receptions are open to the public. From Arts Council of Calvert County

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Margaret Dunkle

By Dick Myers Editor

From National Policy Issues to Local Volunteer

Margaret Dunkle (second from left) at the unveiling of the portrait (and copes) of Harriet Elizabeth Brown in a Price Frederick courthouse ceremony. The center original now hangs in the courthouse lobby.

Margaret Dunkle in 1980 with Senator Edward Kennedy, celebrating passage of the Science and Technology Equal Opportunity Act.

Margaret Dunkle was inducted into the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame in 2012. At the time she wondered how many other Calvert County women had been so honored. Upon checking she found just one other name – Harriet Elizabeth Brown. Dunkle was born in Garrett County, but her family moved to Calvert when she was six when her father, a high school principal, was selected to be Calvert County Superintendent of Schools. “I grew up in inner city Prince Frederick,” she said in a recent interview. The county that her family moved to was very rural with about 10,000 people, mostly farmers and watermen. Being around the school system she remembered Brown being an educator, but not much else. Research has been a key part of Dunkle’s professional life. She has been directly involved in several significant public policy issues. She has testified before Congress nine tines and “authored more than 100 publications on subjects ranging from early identification and intervention of children with disabilities and developmental delays, to vaccine safety, accountability for results, cross-

sector reforms, linking policy to research, collaboration, intergovernmental partnerships, equal opportunity and civil rights, Title IX, federal budget policy, education and health” according to a press release from the College of Southern Maryland. What Dunkle found in her research on Brown was that there were really two Brown vs. Board of Education cases and Calvert County’s was the first, in 1937. Brown, then a teacher along with her sister, filed suit against the Calvert County Board of Education for equal pay for African-American teachers. The board caved in and she won. Lawyer for that suit – a young Thurgood Marshal of the NAACP. Dunkle recognized that Calvert County truly had a story to tell about its native daughter Harriet Elizabeth Brown. At the suggestion of then delegate Tony O’Donnell, a task force was formed to commemorate Brown, with Dunkle as its president. The task force identified three ways to commemorate Brown, all having been accomplished: a portrait of her in the courthouse, a recreation center named after her, and a highway dedicated to her. The Dunkles moved from Garrett County, which had hardly any African-Americans, to a county that was 50 percent black. The second Brown vs. Board of Education, mandating school integration by the U.S. Supreme Court, became the law of the land about the time Maurice Dunkle became superintendent. He told the school board they needed to follow the Supreme Court and worked tirelessly for it alongside school board member Bernie Fowler, later on become county commissioner, state senator and river wader. Dunkle said her father persisted because “it was the right thing to do.” It was a slow process, she said. Schools were integrated when she was in high school. She calls those black students “brave” for having the courage of moving from the safe but unequal environment of their own schools. Of her father, she said, “He really helped bring Calvert County into a new era.” Recently she noted that she hoped her father, who passed away in 2001, was looking down on her and proud of her work in commemorating Brown. “It was in my DNA,” she said. Dunkle moved away from Calvert County after graduating from Calvert High School and only returned to live in Port Republic after retiring from a position as Lead Research Scientist at George Washington University’s Department of Health Policy. Dunkle credits the writing skills that helped her succeed as a researcher to the three years of Latin she took in Calvert County Public Shools with teacher Peggy King. “She was the best teacher I ever had.” Dunkle first went to Hood College in Frederick, MD and then transferred to Syracuse University where she got her degree in Psychology. Out of college Dunkle hooked up with a think tank that took her to Boston and Los Angeles. The program she was working on ended and she was hired by the Association of American College’s Project on the Status and Education of Women. They were just beginning a groundbreaking study on discrimination of women by colleges and universities. Her 1974 report documenting discrimination against female athletes became the blueprint for the Title IX regulations on athletics. James A. Michener, in Sports in America, called her analysis “a model of restraint,

persuasion and good sense. But it also has a sharp bite.” Her report documented some of what the colleges were doing then that would cause heads to shake today. For instance: “One college spent more than $2,600,000 on men’s sports but nothing on women’s. Another fully covered travel for men’s teams while women’s teams had to hold bake sales and sell Christmas trees.” According to her biography: “In 1975, Dunkle became the first Chair of the National Coalition for Women and Girls in Education, which led the successful fight for strong Title IX rules and continues today. “In the 1980s, she documented pervasive pregnancy discrimination in college health insurance policies and widespread discrimination by schools against pregnant and parenting students. “As Director of the AAUW Educational Foundation, she commissioned the landmark 1992 study, The AAUW Report: How Schools Shortchange Girls. “Dunkle conceived 1986 legislation that enabled low-income women to attend college and receive financial aid without losing their (or their children’s) health insurance. “While President of the Federation of Organizations for Professional Women, she worked with Senator Edward Kennedy on the 1980 Science and Technology Equal Opportunities Act, which increased opportunities for women and minorities. “Dunkle has a family member who is vaccine-injured, sustaining brain injury and subsequent developmental disabilities. Women most often care for a child with a disability or delay. With this background, Dunkle led successful 2007 efforts to require accurate developmental screening for Head Start children – and partnered with federal policymakers to ensure insurance reimbursement for developmental screening.” Her papers are archived at the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University. With such a resume, in her retirement she has had no problem keeping busy immersing herself in the fabric of Calvert County. She first attended a Commission on Women meeting to see what they were doing, only to learn that their chairperson had just passed away. She was appointed chair. She also has been active with the Calvert County League of Women Voters, serving as a vice president. And, in 2016 Dunkle was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the College of Southern Maryland. And the college this week announced that she had been appointed to serve on the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Public Policy and Advocacy Committee for 2018. The National Women’s History Project has recently announced its honorees for 2018, with the theme “Nevertheless She Persisted: Honoring Women Who Fight All Forms of Discrimination Against Women”: Dunkle was one of the recipients. She was cited for her work on Title IX. The awards ceremony will be in Washington on Saturday, March 24, 2018, during Women›s History Month. Dunkle’s license plate proudly proclaims “Title IX.” When asked if that was her crowning glory, she paused and then said she is proud of a lot that she has accomplished in her life. With that body of work, she indeed has a lot of which to be proud. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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In Remembrance Ernest (Cleo) Tolley

Ernest (Cleo) Tolley was born in Vicars, West Virginia on March 15, 1936. He entered Heaven’s Gates November 7, 2017. After graduating high school at Walton High School in 1955, he went on to Charleston School of Commerce and studied accounting and business. Cleo joined the Army, where he served in Korea. After completing his military career, he moved to Washington DC for a job opportunity where he met the love of his life, Judy. Cleo and Judy married on October 31, 1964. Cleo and his family moved from Washington DC in 1971 to Calvert County, MD. It was then he started his business, Super Janitorial Services, which he successfully operated with his partner and family until he retired in 2016. Cleo was a devoted member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church and the American Legion in Huntingtown, Maryland. His Church and Legion family could always count on him to help out in anyway and entertain them with his jokes and witty humor. Cleo was always smiling. He was a great man that everyone enjoyed being around and loved dearly. He was affectionately known to his family as “Poppie”. Cleo was very loving and devoted to Judy. He was dedicated to his family and had a kind, gentle way about him. Cleo loved to travel, work in his garden, and spend time with his family and friends ﬁshing and crabbing on the Patuxent River. Life never failed to be anything less than an adventure with Cleo. His memory will forever live in our hearts as well as everyone that was lucky enough to

know him. Cleo is survived by his wife Judy Dickerson Tolley, a son Gregg B. Tolley and wife Keely and daughter Theresa M. Cameron and partner Josh Moreland, all of Huntingtown; grandchildren Ashley Ruleman, Alyssa Strickland, Kaitlyn Tolley, Cortney Cameron, Cody Tolley, Taylor Cameron, and Colton Moreland; greatgrandchildren Brayden, Carson, Anthony, Emma and Oaklynn; and a brother James B. Tolley of Hagerstown. He was preceded in death by his parents Romey Edward and Beulah Myrtle (Ferrell) Tolley, a sister Gaye Brown, and a brother Noel Tolley. Funeral Services by Rausch Funeral Home.

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1900’s. Pete will be remembered as an intelligent, interesting and selﬂess man. Pete is survived by his children Ida Mae Holcomb and husband John of Browns Mills, NJ, Amy Requilman and husband Eddy of St. Leonard and Kay Height and husband Kevin of Lexington Park, 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.

Dylan Scot Wright-Larson

will follow the service at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD. Visitation will be Thursday, November 16, 2017 10:30-11 a.m. Rausch Funeral Home - Port Republic 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic MD 20676. Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 1:45 p.m. at MD Veterans Cemetery - Cheltenham 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham MD 20623

Terry L. Lochstamphfor

Peter Michael Sotirakis

Peter Michael Sotirakis, 81, of Owings passed away November 6, 2017 at his residence. He was born December 29, 1935 in Baltimore, MD to Mike and Ida Mae (Williams) Sotirakis. Pete was raised in Baltimore and graduated from Southern High School in 1954. Pete worked at his father’s restaurant on Light Street and later attended Eastern College. He honorably served in the Army of the United States from 1958 to 1960. He was employed with Mass Transit Administration as a bus driver and later a Light Rail Operator, retiring in 1997. Pete moved to Calvert County in 1969, where he lived until his passing. Pete enjoyed maintaining a healthy lifestyle and was dedicated to staying active and ﬁt. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was very proud of his Greek heritage, leaving behind stories passed down from the early

Dylan Scot Wright-Larson passed away at the age of 25, on Friday November 3rd, 2017. Dylan was born on Saturday July 25th, 1992 in Laurel Maryland to Samantha Wright and Jason E. White. Dylan is survived by his loving parents, Jimmy and Samantha Sickle, Mark and Denise Larson, his sister Kayla Sickle, brothers Ryan, Aiden and Liam. Grandmothers Linda Maier and Wilma Sickle. And countless Aunts and Uncles, cousins and friends. Dylan is now with his father Jason Edward White, grandmother Elaine Larson, and grandfathers Robert Lee Wright, and Robert Lewis Sickle. Visitatiob will be Friday, November 17, 2017, 2-4:30 p.m. at The Barn at Pleasant Acres 5415 Mackall Road, St. Leonard MD 20685. Life Celebration Service will be Friday, Nov. 17 at 3 p.m. at The Barn at Pleasant Acres 5415 Mackall Road, St. Leonard MD 20685. Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.

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Barbara Margaret Stortzum, 87, of St. Leonard, MD passed away on November 3, 2017 in Solomons, MD. Barbara was born on September 7, 1930 to Elmer and Agnes Drew. She was predeceased by her husband Donald J. Stortzum. She is survived by her sons David Stortzum, of St. Leonard, MD; Alan Stortzum, of Myrtle Beach, SC; Russell Stortzum, of Chesapeake Beach, MD,; and Bradley Stortzum of La Plata, MD. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren. The family will receive relatives and friends for a memorial visitation on November 16, 2017 from 10 – 11 AM at the RAUSCH Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic, MD 20676. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment

Terry L. Lochstamphfor, 75, of Lusby, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by her family. Born in Ohio, she was the daughter of the late John and Edith Tripoli. Terry primarily worked in the advertising ﬁeld for both the local newspapers, magazine and radio. She was so creative and thoroughly enjoyed being with people. She also shared her unconditional love with all who entered her life and leaves behind a long list of friends from many states and counties she has lived in over the years. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Lochstamphfor. Terry is survived by her siblings, John Tripoli, Jr. of AZ and Susan Millonzi of OH and by her children: Stacy Van Tassel and (husband, Devon) of Prince Frederick; Jesse Ward and (wife, Beverly) of Glen Burnie and Teresa Ward of Lusby. Also surviving are grandchildren: Alanna Matteson and (husband, Anthony, Jr.), Catherine Van Tassel and Dane Ward; great-grandchildren: Hannah, Sean and Lucy Matteson (Alanna) ; Elijah Brooks (Catherine), Mariah, Adrianna and Jada Nick (Catherine) and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass service of Christian Burial will be offered on a later date at Our Lady Star of the Sea Historic Catholic Church, Solomons, MD with Msgr. Michael Wilson ofﬁciating. Inurnment to follow in the parish cemetery columbarium. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Terry’s name to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Melanoma Cancer, c/o The American Cancer Society, www.donate3.cancer.org and or Parkinson’s Foundation, www.parkinson.org.

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Gills Club 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 STEMfocused 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. The Three Musketeers Patuxent High School 12485 Southern Maryland Connector Blvd. Lusby, MD 20657 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM The Patuxent Harlequins proudly present the Three Musketeers by Ken Ludwig, a humorous retelling of the classic tale filled with sword fighting, heroic deeds, and really good baguette jokes. Don’t miss the Harlequins largest scale fall production thus far this November 16th-18th at 7PM and the 19th at 2PM. See you at the show! patuxentharlequins.weebly.com/threemusketeers.html American Legion Member Meeting 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM All members of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the regular meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m., in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion Post in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. For information call 410257-9878. www.ALpost206.org

Friday, November 17

Special Needs Night Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons, MD 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM FREE family fun night for families with special needs offered in cooperation with Calvert County Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Services. The museum will be open exclusively for all individuals with special needs and their families or caregivers. Meet “Bubbles” the museum otter mascot. Enjoy the skates and rays, fish, fossils, river otters, maritime history, the Discovery Room, and have fun in a relaxed and supportive environment. The Museum Store will be open and chock full of fun items. Country Fried Steak Dinner 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Join us for an informal dinner from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by the Ameri-

can Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The cost is $12, including all the trimmings and Beverage. Call for more information 410-257-9878. Public welcome. www.ALpost206.or The Three Musketeers Patuxent High School 12485 Southern Maryland Connector Blvd. Lusby, MD 20657 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM The Patuxent Harlequins proudly present the Three Musketeers by Ken Ludwig, a humorous retelling of the classic tale filled with sword fighting, heroic deeds, and really good baguette jokes. Don’t miss the Harlequins largest scale fall production thus far this November 16th-18th at 7PM and the 19th at 2PM. See you at the show! patuxentharlequins.weebly.com/threemusketeers.html

Saturday, November 18

Our Lady Star of the Sea School Christmas Bazaar Our Lady Star of the Sea School, 90 Alexander Lane, Solomons, MD 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Come and shop from over 60 crafters and vendors at the Our Lady Star of the Sea Christmas Bazaar on November 18, 2017 from 9 am—2 pm. Visit with Santa, shop the silent auction, shop from Granny’s Basement, and much more. Enjoy some pizza, yummy hot dogs, delicious baked goods, chips, sodas, and much more. Don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets and have your chance to win money right before the holidays. All proceeds benefit Our Lady Star of the Sea School. For more information, please email olssbazaarvendors@gmail.com. American Legion Auxiliary Annual Holiday Bazaar 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM The ever-popular Annual Bazaar features something for everyone. Raffles, Bake sale, crafts, gifts, decorations, numerous vendors, and Santa. From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., come for a light breakfast and stay for the Special Lunch. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post 206 in the Post Upper Level Main Hall on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Admission is Free and the Public is warmly welcomed. For more information, or to rent a table ($30 & up), contact the Bazaar Chairperson Brenda Miller at Legion.Auxiliary206@ gmail.com or phone at 443-679-4909. Calvert Artists’ Guild November Workshop Mt. Hope Community Center is located at 104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunder-

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land, MD 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Calvert Artists’ Guild is presenting an “Acrylics Workshop” given by Pamela Callen at the Mt. Hope Community Center on November 18th from 10:00 AM—3:00 PM. As artist Pamela Callen says “My other passion is teaching art. I love having people who profess that they absolutely have no talent or can’t draw a straight line come into a class with me and see that they are, in fact, artists.” SUPPLIES: Bring acrylic painting paper and paints if you have them. Mt. Hope Community Center is located at 104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunderland, MD 20689. The charge for the workshop for Calvert Artists Guild members is $35 and for the public is $45.00. For additional information, please contact the following person: Gerry Wood (301)8639663, gbwood2@verzion.net. Holiday Photos With Horses 7940 N Flint Hill Road Owings MD 20736 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come get a professional holiday photo of your family with our beautiful horses at Freedom Hill Horse Rescue located at the beautiful Hampton Plantation! $25 for two poses and three backdrops to choose from, Winter, Christmas tree and Barn with Wreath. Local vendors and artisans will be there so you can get a head start on your holiday shopping. Reserve your time slot for your photos and come get a professional holiday photo of your family with our beautiful horses at Freedom Hill Horse Rescue located at the beautiful Hampton Plantation! $25 for two poses and three backdrops to choose from, Winter, Christmas tree and Barn with Wreath. Local vendors and artisans will be there so you can get a head start on your holiday shopping. Reserve your time slot for your photos at www.eventbrite.com/e/ holiday-photos-with-horses-tickets38550726260?aff=es2 or email us at freedom.hill.org@gmail.com. Bethel WOTC Church Grand Opening Ceremony 5450 Cherry Hill Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639 1:00 PM NEW DATE! Please join Bethel Way of the Cross Church for the Grand Opening Ceremony of our new worship facility on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1 pm. For details visit our website at bethelwotcc.org/ The Three Musketeers Patuxent High School 12485 Southern Maryland Connector Blvd. Lusby, MD 20657 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM The Patuxent Harlequins proudly present the Three Musketeers by Ken

Ludwig, a humorous retelling of the classic tale filled with sword fighting, heroic deeds, and really good baguette jokes. Don’t miss the Harlequins largest scale fall production thus far this November 16th-18th at 7PM and the 19th at 2PM. See you at the show! patuxentharlequins.weebly.com/threemusketeers.html

Sunday, November 19

The Three Musketeers Patuxent High School 12485 Southern Maryland Connector Blvd. Lusby, MD 20657 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM The Patuxent Harlequins proudly present the Three Musketeers by Ken Ludwig, a humorous retelling of the classic tale filled with sword fighting, heroic deeds, and really good baguette jokes. Don’t miss the Harlequins largest scale fall production thus far this November 16th-18th at 7PM and the 19th at 2PM. See you at the show! patuxentharlequins.weebly.com/threemusketeers.html Calvert Gives Thanks Calvert High School Atrium, 600 Dares Beach RD., Prince Frederick MD 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Calvert Interfaith Council invites the community to give thanks at a celebration of Courage, Challenge and Commitment. Local Choirs, Testimonies, Inspiration from Faith Traditions. Light Refreshments. Cosponsored by Calvert County Public Schools and the Daughters of Abraham. Doors open 3:30 pm, Program begins 4 pm. calvertinterfaith@gmail.com.

Tuesday, November 21

Middleham Chapel Open To The Community Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish 10210 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657 12 Noon - 1:00 PM Middleham Chapel will be open to the community Noon—1:00 PM for Individual Quiet Prayer, Reflection or Meditation. (1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month). Steak Dinner 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road East, Route 260, Chesapeake Bch. 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Order your Steak direct from the GrillMaster. The $15.00 price tag includes all the trimmings and a beverage. From 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-Level dining room. Public welcome. For more information, call 410-257-9878 www. ALpost206.org

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Legal Aid

Attorney services will be available at Calvert Pines Senior Center, Thursday, December 14, 1 – 3 p.m. to assist with SSI, benefit denials, disability payments, Social Security and SSI overpayments, debtor and consumer problems, advance directives, and tenant issues. Call the center for more information and to schedule an appointment, 410-535-4606. Must be 60 years of age or older to utilize this free service.

Centers Closing

Calvert Pines, North Beach, and Southern Pines Senior Centers will all be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.

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 Efile 2017 tax returns at each of the three senior centers in 2018. Volunteers can give a few hours a week or more, if desired. All TaxAide volunteers will be required to pass the IRS and Maryland certification tests. Training will be offered in late 2017 and/or early 2018. If this volunteer opportunity interests you, contact the Office on Aging, 410-535-4606.

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We are now accepting donations of new or gently used purses for the Calvert Pines Senior Council Purse Sale, December 1, 9-11 a.m. Join us for Corn Hole and Wii for Fun! Enjoy Corn Hole, the game everyone is talking about along with playing some exciting Wii games Wednesday, November 22, 11 a.m.

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Nursing students from the College of Southern Maryland will be here with displays of various health topics and answers to your questions during the CSM Nursing Presentation Tuesday, November 21, 10:30 a.m. Tai Chi workout is a series of soft, flowing movements choreographed into a slow routine that has been proven to help those with joint pain. Join us Wednesday, November 22, 8:45 a.m.

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Ask questions in an interactive session that is set to help you reach goals and improve your lifestyle with Ask the Expert – Nurse. Tuesday, November 21, 10 a.m. Eyes on Owls, is an Intergenerational Event that is sure to be a hoot! A naturalist from Battle Creek Nature Center will be bringing a live owl to teach us about their incredible silent flight. Be sure to bring your grandchildren, Wednesday, November 22, 11 a.m.

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Monday, November 20

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Lettuce/ Tomato/Onion, Orange & Pineapple Salad. Peaches, V-8 Juice

Tuesday, November 21

Roast Turkey w/Gravy, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Dinner Roll, Fruited JellO, Apple Juice

Thursday, November 16 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, 410-257-2411. http:// CalvertLibrary.info. T.A.C.O.S. Meeting 5:00-6:00pm T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students) meeting for teens, Calvert Library needs your help planning events and making sure your library has everything you need. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info. Teen Open Mic Night 6:30-8:00pm Teen Open Mic Night Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info. Kids Just Want to Have Fun 6:30-7:30pm Kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to this series of exciting events exploring topics from art to history to science. Each month will include fun activities, crafts and a snack! Registration is required. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411. http://CalvertLibrary.info. Family Night 7:00-8:00pm STEAM workshop designed to engage kids in problem solving using experimentation and exploration. Kids grades K-7. Please register. Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 410-257-2101. http://CalvertLibrary. info.

Friday, November 17

Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

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, 410-535-0291 or 301-8551862. http://CalvertLibrary.info.

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Wednesday, November 22

Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Spinach, Dinner Roll, Plums, Orange Juice

Thursday, November 23 Friday, November 24

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.

Story Theater 10:00-12:30pm Bringing your favorite books from the page to the stage! Are you between the ages of 8 and 12? Do you have a creative streak? Are you a natural storyteller? Do you miss the good old days when you came to story time? Join us for Story The-

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ater! In just over two hours, we’ll take a popular children’s picture book title from page to stage. We’ll start by reading the book together. Using theater improvisation games, teamwork, and experimentation, we’ll come up with a completely original retelling of the story! Your parents, siblings, and friends are invited to join us at noon for a fifteen minute performance showcasing your creative collaboration. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info. Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & More 12:00-3:00pm Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 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 301-855-1862. http://CalvertLibrary.info. MakePlayLearn 2:00-4:00pm Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos® and other building materials.. you provide the imagination.Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289. http://CalvertLibrary.info.

Monday, November 20 Family Holiday Stories: Shelton Johnson 7:00-8:30pm Author of family comedy trilogy, Shelton Johnson will be here to sell and sign books to lighten your holiday experience. We will open the mic so you can share your funny holiday family stories, too!Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. 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, 410-257-2411. http:// CalvertLibrary.info.

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The More Consequential Farewell The reaction to the last “View from the Bleachers” – an editorial on Colin Kaepernick, social injustice and anthem demonstrations – was the most significant in the column’s nearly 10-year history. It was also the most divided: every supportive comment was counterbalanced by one expressing staunch disagreement. All were welcomed and appreciated. Setting differences aside, this overarching theme was clear: our democracy, freedom of expression and what it means to be patriotic are all deeply meaningful and unsettled matters. This is why I wrote “O Say Can You See”; this is why many readers were compelled to react. Considering the different political structures around the globe, this wonderful ability to fuss and argue and shape our ever-evolving democracy should never be lost in the discord, no matter the intensity. The right to thoughtful expression and the responsibility to listen earnestly to and respect those opposed – and work toward a palatable, majority-based resolution - should never be overlooked. Those freedoms and that collective responsibility define us as Americans far more than the side we’ve adopted on the issue du jour. With that, I will scratch a personal itch with this “View”. Bear with me. This weekend will mark the presumed end of a consequential NASCAR driver’s career. It would be understandable if that lede was interpreted as a prelude to a farewell to Dale Earnhardt Jr., retiring legend of

the asphalt and left turns. But it is not. This is about another NASCAR driver whose time behind the wheel could be ending: Danica Patrick. Within the sport, Patrick’s career doesn’t compare to Earnhardt’s. The latter has been the most popular driver for the last decade-plus and is a constant link to his iconic father; meanwhile, the former hasn’t won a race in an eight-year career. But outside the sport, it is Patrick’s career, not Earnhardt’s, that’s been more consequential. One of the hats I wear, and the one donned with the greatest responsibility, is that of a father. More specifically, I have a daughter. She’s old enough now to be keenly aware of gender and the limitations social stereotypes attempt to place on her…just because she’s a girl. I hate it. I know this awareness was an inevitable and unfortunate part of growing up. I also know I have the ability, thru open dialogue, to disarm foolish, sexist stereotypes, thereby ensuring she has the strength and confidence to transcend any artificial ceilings. But I still hate it - to my core. Because I know sexism exist. Because I know she will encounter men who don’t see her as an equal and consider her incapable or an object for their manipulation (see the alarming #MeToo movement if you harbor doubts). Call it the curse of boobs. Or is it the psychological corruption of testicles and testosterone? PCT2, if you will. Yes, I like that better.

Despite my best efforts, I’m aware that my graybearded male pontifications against gender-based limitations likely do not provide her adequate reassurance. But in Patrick, I have an undeniable example of a woman eviscerating such a stereotype. Patrick stormed her way to the heights of both IndyCar and stock car racing – nearly entirely male sports. She carried herself with confidence, never flinched, freely expressed her opinion and competed with an edge that is common in the still rough-around-the-edges sport of NASCAR. Basically, Patrick acted like she belonged – and she did. That she did all this in the troll-friendly social media age is a tremendous credit to her strength and professionalism. Of course as time passes, it will still be Earnhardt, not Patrick, who will be the more frequent subject of reminiscent fans. Which is too bad. That’s not a knock on Dale Jr. He’s been nothing but a class act throughout his career and a consistent supporter of Patrick. But Patrick’s career, not Earnhardt’s, carries more social significance. A man unjustly overshadowing a female contemporary: label me disappointed but unsurprised. But then again, maybe Patrick will find another NASCAR team and continue adding to her remarkable accomplishments. I’m one dad of one young lady who isn’t ready for her empowering story to end. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com

22,000 Deer Harvested During Early Season

Photo for DNR by Duane Tucker

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced today that hunters harvested more deer during the early hunting season compared with last year. Maryland hunters wrapped up the early portion of the archery and muzzleloader seasons by harvesting an estimated 22,199 deer in September and October, an 11 percent increase from last year’s official harvest of 19,923. The two-month harvest included 12,583 deer taken during the archery season (including 6,585 taken with vertical bows and 5,998 taken with

crossbows) and 9,362 harvested during the October muzzleloader season. An additional 254 deer were reported during managed hunts. Hunters harvested 571 antlered and 563 antlerless sika deer as part of the total. The archery harvest increased 2 percent while the muzzleloader harvest increased 30 percent, most likely due to more favorable weather conditions and increased effort when compared to last year. Overall, the antlered harvest increased 23 percent from 6,374 to 7,821 deer and the antlerless harvest increased 6 percent from 13,549 to 14,378. In Calvert County 473 deer were early-season harvested compared to 495 last year. In St. Mary’s County 773 deer were early-season harvested compared to 668 last year. Turkey hunters reported taking 105 wild birds during the one week fall season that ended Nov. 4. The harvest was slightly lower than last year. Harvest numbers for each of three participating counties were: Allegany, 24; Garrett, 55; and Washington, 26.

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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ The Newtowne Players will present their holiday production of Ken Ludwig’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas” on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 at 8 p.m., with matinee performances Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 18-19 at 3:30 p.m. It will continue on the Dec. 1-3 and 8-10 weekends on the same schedule. There are no performances on Thanksgiving weekend (Nov. 24-26). All performances are at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Tickets are $15 for adults, $13 for military/senior/student, and $10 for children under 12. They may be purchased online at ww.newtowneplayers. org or by calling 301-737-5447. “Twas the Night Before Christmas” is a joyful tribute to the holiday season that tells the wild holiday adventures of a mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl who just won’t take no for an answer, on their quest to ﬁnd out why Santa missed their house last year. From Newtowne Players

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Friday, Nov 17 Karaoke Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM www.anglers-seafood.com Renovations Showcase The Ruddy Duck Brewery, Solomons 8:00 - 11:00 PM www.ruddyduckbrewery.com Entertainment and Karaoke The Brass Rail Sports Bar, Great Mills 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM DJ RAY in the House Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com

Open Stage Saturday/ Luck of the Draw Anthony’s Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 9:00 PM www.anthonysdunkirk.com Dave & Kevin Trio Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Solomons 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM www.anglers-seafood.com

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