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23 Page 4 Commissioners and the Board of Education met Tuesday to discuss topics like 25 County more money for negotiated teacher and administrator salaries.
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County Celebrates Opening Small Section of FDR Boulevard
County officials past and present gather to formally open a small section of FDR Boulevard in California
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
It has been a long time coming but the
county finally opened a new section of FDR Boulevard Tuesday to much fanfare; but it is still just three-quarters of a mile of road.
Activists Press for Tax Incentives to Hire Local Youth By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Members of the county’s legislative delegation to Annapolis and county commissioners met Tuesday night to discuss the details of bills running the gamut from liquor laws to tax incentives for companies to come to St. Mary’s County. It was talk of tax incentives to bring technology-based companies to the county that brought community activists out to say the county needed to focus inward when it came to working with businesses. Marcia Greenberg, speaking for an activist group pushing for a large, new community center in Lexington Park, questioned why incentives were offered for companies to come here with their own employees and not to hire locally. “Wouldn’t this be the time to hire for local jobs?” she said. “Couldn’t it [tax incentives] be used to hire some of our local high school graduates.” Greenberg coordinated and directed the recent community youth mapping effort that sought to assess the recreational and community resources available to residents; the study found they were lacking in areas and that a community center would help alleviate the problem. The project is in the county’s capital construction plan for 2022 at a projected cost of about $16 million. During that effort, she said she came
in contact with many local young people who could not find a job, despite numerous attempts and a willingness to work. “Could we take just 30 seconds to ask what this means for young people,” she said. “They’re struggling to find jobs.” Greenberg said larger companies might be induced to come to St. Mary’s County with tax breaks if they were required to hire a certain number of local youths for summer jobs. Janice Walthour, head of the local chapter of the NAACP, called on commissioners and delegates to support a “youth empowerment act” that would legislate “funding for programs and facilities to ensure positive youth development in St. Mary’s County.” Walthour said there were legitimate complaints about parents not doing an adequate job preparing their children for the future; but the county had to find a way to help bridge that gap. “You say, ‘Well, where are the parents? Why aren’t they doing what they’re supposed to do?’” said Walthour. “Well, they’re not, so, now what about the child?” Del. Matt Morgan, who was at the meeting, said an empowerment act for youth locally was “an idea that needed more thought.” “It could be studied, absolutely,” Morgan told The County Times in a Wednesday interview. guyleonard@countytimes.net
David Willenborg, drivers seat, prepares to set off with Commissioner Todd Morgan and county videographer Amy Carter on the inaugural drive down FDR Boulevard.
The section runs from Rolling Road to First Colony and though it shows progress is still of limited utility. “It’s been 25 years since St. Mary’s County built a road,” said Commissioner Todd Morgan, who was the master of ceremonies for the ribbon cutting event behind the First Colony neighborhood. “And its been eight years that I’ve watched three-quarters of a mile of road being built.” The road was first part of the county’s comprehensive plan dating back to 1985, Morgan said and commissioners were finally able to authorize the funding for it in 2010. County commissioners back in fiscal 2007 put in nearly $13.9 million for the entire road project but it was taken out of the capital budget the following year by a commissioner board that had changed leadership. “It’ll be a great stretch of road,” Morgan said of its connection in the near future, which presumably is Chancellors Run Road. John Deatrick, the county’s public works and transportation chief, said the
connection with Chancellors Run Road, which is one of the county’s most traveled feeder roads, should occur by the spring of 2019. “Amber Drive will be renamed to FDR Boulevard,” Deatrick said. “And the connection all the way down to Pegg Road will occur hopefully by the end of 2021. “But it will probably be closer to the beginning of 2022. The entire FDR Boulevard project is designed to run from St. Andrews Church Road all the way south to Pegg Road across from the main gate at Patuxent River Naval Air Station; its mission is to reduce traffic on Route 235 and relieve increasing road congestion. Commissioner President Randy Guy said the commissioner board was committed to seeing the project finished. “I’m sorry it’s taken so long to complete,” Guy said of the new section of FDR Boulevard. “It’s going to bring a lot of relief. “We’ll have it done.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Schools Want More Than $5 Million to Cover Union Agreements
County Commissioners and School Board members meet at Moakley Street headquarters
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Fewer students are coming into St. Mary’s County Public Schools and officials admit that the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County could legally reduce the maintenance of effort funding the system receives each year, but Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Smith said $5.3 million is needed to fulfill commitments to school staff made in union negotiations. This would be over and above what the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County allotted to the school system
in their last budget. Smith argued that the pay and cost of living increases were needed, in part, to compete with other jurisdictions to retain teachers. “We’ve lost 12 teachers so far this year… which is unheard of,” Smith told county commissioners at a Tuesday joint meeting. “Some of them can’t make ends meet, others are looking for other opportunities.” According to school system data a starting teacher here earns $46,500 compared to $48,000 in Charles County and $49,013 in Montgomery County; a teacher
who has reached the 15th step in the pay scale here earns $68,331 with a master’s degree compared to $78,966 in Calvert County and $88,983 in Montgomery County. Commissioner Mike Hewitt countered that over the last several years the county had always funded the school system to more than maintenance of effort and had helped the system rebuild to have a fund balance reserve of $13 million. “It looks like you’re having a problem spending all of your maintenance of effort,” Hewitt said. Smith said maintaining the fund balance was “what a lean and mean organization” should be doing and that the system had used its reserves to offset rising health care costs for employees as well as bolster school security. The request for more money for school salaries comes at a time when the state’s Kirwan Commission, tasked with making recommendations to vastly improve education outcomes, has reported that as much as $4.4 billion in spending would be necessary over the next decade to achieve lofty goals throughout the state. Locally, Smith argued that if the economy of the county was growing, roughly at three-to-four percent a year, that translated into $10 million additionally to the county. “Since we’re half your expenses, $5 million additionally should be a reasonable consideration,” Smith said. The school system has a $230 million budget, of which about $103 million is funded by the county. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Commissioners Shorten, Approve Commercial Dock Moratorium By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
A quorum of county commissioners – one recused himself while the other was attending a medical appointment – approved a moratorium on the use of commercial docks by owners of newly approved oyster leases in local waters. The decision had been held up for months as the commissioners gathered public comments on the controversial measure; those against it said it would hinder a burgeoning new economic engine and environmental boon. Many others who supported the moratorium said it was a justifiable response by the county to the state’s allowing the proliferation of water column oyster aquaculture leases in waters long used by the public for recreation. Acting County Attorney David Weiskopf said there were 380 citizens who either spoke at a summer time public hearing on the ordinance or sent in written comments; 353 supported the ordinance while just 27 opposed it. Many who opposed the measure were owners of oyster aquaculture leases. Property owners had cried out to elected leaders in the past year that their interests had been ignored by the state’s Department of Natural Resources in allowing so many large new leases to take over river bottom so near the shoreline. The commissioners who voted on
the measure Tuesday, however, reduced the moratorium’s length from 18 months to 180 days. Commissioner Mike Hewitt questioned what the effects of shortening the moratorium would be; Commissioner Eric Colvin pressed for the 180-day limit and got the winning vote from Commissioner President Randy Guy. “I don’t want to impose more restrictions on someone trying to run a business,” Colvin said. Hewitt voted against the amendment, though he said earlier he supported the measure as originally written. Hewitt reiterated that with a quorum of three commissioners, the yea votes of just two passed the measure. Commissioner Todd Morgan recused himself because an aquaculture lease is near his property on the Patuxent River; Commissioner John O’Connor was away on a medical appointment, according to Guy. County officials have signaled the measure was designed to get the state’s attention focused on the property rights issue more so than an enforcement tool. “We have to do something to force [the Department of Natural Resources] hand,” Guy said. A task force convened at the state level is examining the effect the state’s aquaculture laws are having on counties; St. Mary’s County is one of the most active jurisdictions for placement of new leases. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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What’s Coming to St. Mary’s County The following is the agenda for the St. Mary’s County Technical Evaluation Committees (TEC) scheduled for the December 26, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. at the Department of Land Use and Growth Management (LUGM); 23150 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD. The TEC is made up of agency representatives who review proposals before they are submitted to the planning commission or for administrative review by LUGM. 1. MINOR SUBDIVISION # 1811000031, CHAPMANS REST (Zoning Ordinance 10-02) (Subdivision Ordinance 10-01) OWNER: Bennett Homes LLC AGENT: Little Silences Rest, Inc. LOCATION: Upton Lane, Hollywood MD 20636 TM-027 GRID-08 PAR-0922 ED06 TAX ID-000347 LAND USE: Rural Preservation ZONING: RPD/AE ACREAGE: 137.71 ACTION REQUESTED: Review of a 3 lot minor subdivision. 2. MINOR SUBDIVISION # 1811000032, HORSE RANGE 2 LOT SUBDIVISION (Zoning Ordinance 10-02) (Subdivision Ordinance 10-1) FLOODPLAIN OWNER: Keith B. Litz AGENT: Lorenzi, Dodds & Gunnill, Inc. LOCATION: 29477 Horse Range Farm Ln., Mechanicsville, MD 20659 TM-004 GRID17 PAR-059 ED-05 TAX ID-058052 LAND USE: Rural Preservation ZON-
ING: RPD ACREAGE: 16.50 ACTION REQUESTED: Review of a two lot minor subdivision. 3. MINOR SUBDIVISION # 1811000033, HOLCOMB PROPERTY (Zoning Ordinance 10-02) (Subdivision Ordinance 10-01) Floodplain/Historic OWNER: Jon Holcomb AGENT: Little Silences Rest, Inc. LOCATION: 24353 Barnsby Ln, Leonardtown, MD 20650 TM-026 GRID-14 PAR-121, 479 ED-06 TAX ID- 071759, 006108, 179973 LAND USE: Rural Preservation ZONING: RPD/AE ACREAGE: 272.25 ACTION REQUESTED: Review of a 6 lot minor subdivision. 4. MINOR SUBDIVISION # 1811000034, GODDARDS REST (Zoning Ordinance 10-02) (Subdivision Ordinance 10-01) OWNER: Francis H. Goddard AGENT: Nokleby Surveying Inc. LOCATION: Flat Iron Road, Great Mills, MD 20634 TM-58 GRID-19 PAR181 ED-02 TAX ID-008319 LAND USE: Rural Preservation ZONING: RPD ACREAGE: 15.394 ACTION REQUESTED: Review of a 2 lot minor subdivision. For information, contact Brandy Glenn, Department of Land Use and Growth Management at (301) 475-4200*1524 or at Brandy.Glenn@stmarysmd.com
Thursday, December 13, 2018
St. Mary’s County Government Holiday Season Schedule
All St. Mary’s County Government administrative offices will be closed Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday. Offices will reopen Wednesday, December 26. Offices will also be closed Monday, December 31 and Tuesday, January 1, 2019 for the New Year’s holiday. Offices reopen Wednesday, January 2. The St. Andrews Landfill, six (6) Convenience Centers will be closed and St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) will not operate Tuesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas and Tuesday, January 1, 2019 in observance of New Year’s. St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) will operate until 6 p.m. on December 24 and return to normal operations on December 26. The Statewide Special Transportation Assistance Program (SSTAP) will not operate on December 24 or 25. Normal SSTAP service resumes on December 26. Additionally, the six (6) convenience centers will open at 8 a.m. Thursday and Friday, December 20 and 21, as well as Monday and Wednesday, December 24 and 26. The early opening will accommodate the expected increase in usage of the facilities during the holiday season. St. Andrews Landfill hours of operation will remain unchanged at 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The landfill, six (6) Convenience Centers and STS will operate under normal business hours December 31 and January 2. The St. Andrew’s Landfill and six Convenience Centers will serve as Christmas tree collection points. Citizens can drop off undecorated trees free of charge. Undecorated trees may be placed in the designated areas at these sites December 26, 2018 through January 31, 2019. Last year, nearly 2 tons of Christmas trees were collected. The trees will be mixed with collected yard waste and ground into mulch. Just over 6,000 tons of mulch is made available annually at the St. Andrews Landfill site and provided at no charge to St. Mary’s County citizens while supplies last. All St. Mary’s County Library locations (Charlotte Hall, Leonardtown and Lexington Park) will be closed December 24 and 25 for Christmas as well as January 1, 2019 for New Year’s. All library locations will close at 5 p.m. on December 31 All three Senior Activity Centers (Garvey, Loffler and Northern) will be closed December 24 and 25 for Christmas and December 31 and January 1, 2019 for New Year’s. No Home Delivered Meals deliveries will be made on these dates. The St. Clements Island Museum and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park will be closed December 24 and 25 for Christmas. The museums will be open December 31 and January 1, 2019 from noon – 4 p.m. St. Mary’s County PIO
Santa Clause is Coming to Leonardtown Santa and Mrs. Claus Return to Leonardtown for Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Square on Saturday, December 15th. Private MEET-and-GREET with SANTA for Children (and Adults) with Disabilities Are Available (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY) Before the Event! Santa and his lovely wife are coming back to Leonardtown! The Town of Leonardtown is holding its Annual Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Square event on Saturday, December 15th. Bring your wish lists and camera and join us in Leonardtown Square from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This event is FREE and open to the public. As lines are difficult for families with loved ones with disabilities, we’re excited to announce that new this year, special arrangements can be made for a private meeting with Santa for families with children or even adults with disabilities before the Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Square event this Saturday, December 15th.
This private Meet-and-Greet will be held from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Please contact Brandy Blackstone at brandy.blackstone@leonardtownmd. gov or call 301-475-9791 to schedule. There are limited time slots available, and will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis (more details will be provided once a reservation is made). Following the Meet-and-Greet, Santa and Mrs. Claus will proceed to the Square for the event beginning at 11:00 a.m. In case of inclement weather (rain or extreme cold), the event will move into Winegardner Motor Company (22675 Washington St, Leonardtown, Maryland 20650). We hope to see you there! Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Square and the Meet-and-Greet with Santa are sponsored by the Commissioners of Leonardtown. For further information, please call 301-475-9791. Brandy Blackstone, Leonardtown Public Relations and Events Coordinator
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Hickory Hills Shooting Investigation Continues
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A 17-year-old Great Mills High School student faces charges of firstand-second-degree attempted murder and a host of other assault charges for a shooting he is alleged to have committed on Athlone Drive Dec. 4. But what drove Elijah Miguel Miles to allegedly shoot a victim three times is still a mystery. “I don’t know what the motive would be,” said Capt. Edward Willenborg, commander of the sheriff’s office Criminal Investigation Division. “That’s the big question.” Sheriff’s deputies in Charles County apprehended Miles at a location there Dec. 5 and handed him over to St. Mary’s authorities. Willenborg said local detectives re-
ceived information that Miles was on his way to Charles County and worked with Charles deputies to locate the suspect. On the same day, reports that Miles had been seen in the Great Mills area the morning after the shooting led to Great Mills High School to be placed on lockdown and the students dismissed early under police supervision. An application for a statement of charges filed in county District Court against Miles state that the victim in the case, Tyquan Samuel Willis, reported to police that he had been shot by Miles during an altercation in the late afternoon last week. Police charging documents reveal that the victim was apparently in a vehicle at a residence in Hickory Hills when Miles was alleged to have approached the vehicle and fired. A witness told police they saw the vehicle parked on Shannon Street when a black male between 15 and 25 years old came up to the passenger side “immediately prior to hearing three loud ‘pops.’” The witness saw the subject flee from the vehicle immediately after the shots were fired. Willis was shot in the face and twice in the back, court papers stated. He remains in stable condition at a trauma center. Miles is incarcerated without bond at a state juvenile detention center. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Sawmill Fire Ruled Accidental Maryland State Fire Marshal’s investigators say a sawmill fire Dec. 7 in Mechanicsville was caused by equipment there igniting combustible material inside the mill. There were no injuries as a result of the fire. The sawmill was located on Thompson Corner Road and was discovered by an area resident, according to fire mar-
shals; the blaze erupted at about 1:45 a.m. It took 50 firefighters from the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department 45 minutes to control the fire, fire marshals said. The estimated loss of the sawmill is estimated at $500,000. Maryland State Fire Marshals
Stabbing Suspect Sought On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at approximately 3:35 pm, police responded to the parking lot of the Weis in Lexington Park, Maryland for the report Thompson of an assault. Upon arrival, it was revealed the victim, Zachary M. Sawyer (28) suffered two stab wounds to his back after an altercation with the suspect, Charles H. Thompson Jr. (24). Thompson Jr. fled the scene prior to police arrival. Sawyer was transported
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to Prince George’s County Hospital via Maryland State Police helicopter, Trooper 7, with non-life threatening injuries. Investigation revealed Sawyer and Thompson Jr. know each other, this was not a random act of violence. As a result of this incident, there is an active arrest warrant for Charles Thompson Jr., charging him with Assault 1st & 2nd Degree. Attempts to locate Thompson Jr. are on-going. The incident is under investigation, anyone with information is urged to contact the Leonardtown Barrack Duty Officer at 301-4758955. Case #18-MSP-053246 Maryland State Police, Leonardtown Barrack Press Release
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who pay for dental insurance every year but never go to the dentist are writing a free check to the insurance company. The insurance companies are keeping the money they’ve earmarked for preventative care as well as the entire annual maximum for those patients. Putting off dentistry until it hurts could easily escalate to $5000 worth of treatment or much more in one year. The dental insurance company will only contribute $1500 because that is the average maximum on any given plan which leaves the out-of-pocket due at $3500 for the insured individual in this example. Whereas, had they gone to the dentist every year and had the work done as needed over the course of four years, their out-of-pocket may have been zero, as the $1500 per year ($1500 x 4 years = $6000) would have covered $6000 over the four year period.
patients to see them as recommended but can’t force anyone to do anything. This is why they try to educate them about the benefits that they have with their insurance company, so that when they need work, they understand how to best take advantage of their insurance.
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BY DICK MYERS EDITOR Hidden away all over Southern Maryland are ideal spots for holiday shopping. They have gifts that are unique to our region and for that hard-to-please person on your list. They are the museum gift shops of Southern Maryland. The area’s museums help maintain the history and culture of a very special place. And the museum shops, in addition to aiding with that holiday shopping list, help sustain the programs of those museums. The following is a guide to the museum shops of Calvert and St. Mary’s County. Take your own personal tour. You’ll be surprised what you find.
CALVERT COUNTY CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM
The Chesapeake Bay is the main theme of the gift shop at Calvert Marine Museum. When asked what the favorite things were this time of year, store manager for the last 25 years Maureen Baughman thought
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for a moment and said it was hard to pick one thing. Of course, for the kids she said there’s books and activities and electronics. For instance, this reporter picked out for an eight-yearold cousin a Shark Excavation Adventure Kit. This unique gift allows the child to become a junior paleontologist, which is quite in keeping with part of the museum’s mission. For adults, the gift shop has many Bay-themed items for cooks, such as dishes, glassware, cookware and towels. Baughman also points out the large Chesapeakethemed jewelry selection. There is a large book selection for adults as well. If it’s about the Chesapeake Bay, they have it. “We have many
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things that you can’t find anywhere else,” Baughman said, adding that most items are made in America. And, she added that everything earned at the museum shop goes right back into the museum’s programs. Calvert Marine Museum is at 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD 20688. The gift shop is right inside the front door to the left. The museum shop is open daily for holiday shopping from10:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. except on Christmas Eve when they close at 2 p.m. You can visit the museum store’s website at https:// calvertmarinemuseumstore. miiduu.com/
ANNEMARIE SCULPTURE GARDEN & ARTS CENTER
The first thing you notice when you enter the Arts Center at Annemarie Garden is the Christmas Tree Display. The gift shop located in the Arts Center is themed for the holiday season and those Christmas trees are a big part of what they have to offer. Those trees are emblazoned with ornaments, most locally handcrafted and fair trade, and all available for sale. Unique is indeed the story at this gift shop and art of course in the main story line. Local artists such as Barbara Hak, Roy Bogle, Ann Preston and Carolyn Chuatiuco have their wares for sale on consignment at the shop. There also is a large collection of locally made jewelry for sale. Also, for sale are home accents, pottery and glass works, and a good selection of garden art, cards, books, children’s games and gifts, wine accessories and gifts for men. If you have a budding artist in the family, the Buddha Board may be just the perfect gift. The board comes in two sizes and allows the artist to paint something and then see it disappear in ten minutes only to start all over again. Practice makes perfect. From now through Dec. 23 the shop is open noon to 9 p.m. except Saturday when it’s open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Come late and enjoy the very popular Annemarie Garden in Lights
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(6-9 p.m..) and then check out the gift shop. Anne Marie Garden is located at 13480 Dowell Road, Solomons, MD 20629. Call 410-326-4640. The gift shop’s website is http://www. annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/ node/96
BAYSIDE HISTORY MUSEUM
Bayside History Museum in North Beach focuses on the colorful history of the communities along the Chesapeake Bay. From a 19th century resort for Washington, DC residents (with a railway to get them there) to the slot machine era of the 40’s through the 60’s to the major resort that it is today. According to curator Grace Mary Brady, “The unusual museum shop features hand-carved waterfowl, lamps of distinction, the latest in coloring books, unique jewelry and so much more.” They offer free gift wrap with purchases.
Bayside History Museum is located at 4025 4th Street in North Beach. Winter hours are Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. They are closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The museum’s website is http:// baysidehistorymuseum.org/
ST. MARY’S COUNTY ST. CLEMENTS ISLAND POTOMAC RIVER MUSEUM
Maryland’s history began in March of 1634 when the ships “The Ark” and “The Dove” landed at an island in the Potomac River after a harsh voyage from England. That island, now called St. Clement’s, is the backdrop for the county-owned museum of the same name. This is a great time to visit the museum because of their annual doll and train exhibit. It’s also a great time to shop at the little museum. If you haven’t been in a while, the museum shop has been moved to the front of the house and is much larger. There you will find many items related to Maryland history and life on the Potomac River. One of the most unusual gift ideas this reporter found on his tour of the gift shops is the crab pot Christmas tree (also available at the Piney Point Lighthouse gift shop). The trees come in several sizes from 18 inches to three feet. The museum also is filled with such items as sea glass jewelry, books on the local history and culture and cookbooks to prepare the crabs you catch in that crab pot.
Jayne Walsh is the museum shop manager for both St. Clement’s Island and the Piney Point Lighthouse and Museum shop below. Walsh said the museum shop offers items on consignment from about 15 artists, authors and artisans, including the well-known artist Mary Lou Troutman; and Cindy Freeland, author of a series of children’s books about the Chesapeake Bay. Also available at both Colton’s Point and Piney Point locations is what Walsh believes will be an annual collectable – a limited edition Christmas tree ornament from the friends of the St. Clement’s Island and Piney Point Museums,
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The museum store offers an array of Piney Point Lighthouse souvenirs, nautical gifts, books, jewelry, clothing, children’s corner and more! The store is also operated by the Friends of the St. Clement’s Island and Piney Point Museums with proceeds returning to support museum programs, projects and exhibits. The Friend’s Gift Store is your destination for unique quality gifts. And for the “one who has everything,” consider a gift membership to The Friends! Museum members receive a 10 percent discount on store purchases.
The books in the shop are uniquely local, including a series for kids that features fire, rescue and police personnel. Wooden Play Sets
And she said some of the Christmas items are the shop’s biggest sellers, including snowmen (stuffed, on ornaments and the unique Melting Snowman).
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The shop is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Dec. 23 and closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Wooden Play Sets The museum’s phone number is 301-994-1471. Their website is: http://www. stmarysmd.com/recreate/PPL.asp
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But even through the change there will still be items available such as the soy candles crafted by local artisan J.R. Ledman; they burn with less soot, Webber said, and their wicks are free of any toxic substances as they are 100 percent cotton.
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over 100 years ago! This is a free, family-friendly event.
For a small town, Chesapeake Beach sure gets into the Christmas spirit in a big way as residents and businesses light up for the season.
Bus Tours are 45 minutes long and will pick up and drop off at the town hall at 8200 Bayside Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732. There are four separate tours on December 22, 2018, but the 5:30 tour is sold out. Other tours are at 6:30pm, 7:30pm and 8:30pm.
You too can capture that holiday spirit with a ride around Chesapeake Beach to see the light displays while historians entertain with tales of holiday traditions through the years since Chesapeake Beach was founded
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Leonardtown Shops Offer Gifts To Hold, Experience Thursday, December 13, 2018
BY GUY LEONARD STAFF WRITER Leonardtown’s downtown and business district offer dozens of retail stores to help with Christmas shopping and they offer more than just items to be gifted to friends and family; they offer experiences that can be shared and cherished. SPICE Studio on the town square offers gift cards for workouts involving yoga, Pilates and other forms of exercise, while the new Escape Rooms of Southern Maryland offer unique challenges for the mind to solve problems and build teamwork. Businesses like Board and Brush and Wine and Design offer the chance to relax and create works of art at leisure. Quality Street Kitchen and Catering on Fenwick Street even offers culinary classes. For the more traditionally minded who want to buy a specific item for someone, there are shops like The Good Earth natural food store, and North End Gallery for purchasing unique, locally focused works of art.
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Outside of the downtown, farther north on Route 5, Al Rudman’s Sidetrack Hobbies offers a full line of model trains, including Lionel, MTH and Ameircan Flyer. Just off the main town center, on Duke Street, is Shepherd’s Old Field a unique market full of boutique shops and opportunities for food and refreshment. “People are telling me it’s been packed every time it’s opened,” said Joe Orlando, owner of Fenwick Street Used Books and Music and president of the Leonardtown Business Association. With its focus on small, independent businesses, the holiday season is one of the most important times of the year for entrepreneurs to make
The recent Small Business Saturday event following Thanksgiving didn’t work out well for Leonardtown because of bad weather, he said. “We did less than half [the business] of what we did last year,” said Orlando. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Christmas: Putting Christ First
Young ladies at Patuxent Baptist take part in choir practice; singing is a significant part of worship there during Christmas and the rest of the year.
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Pastor Richard Conner at Patuxent Baptist Church loves the Christmas season and all the trimmings that come with it; the food and feasting, the family gathering, the tree decorating and the presents. He even has a plastic Santa Claus that sits in his front yard that waggish church members often kidnap and take on hilarious trips catalogued in photographs before being anonymously returned to him. But all this is insignificant compared to the real reason Christmas exists; to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ more than 2,000 years ago. “Christmas is important because it’s a time when the world can take a moment and reflect on God’s goodness to mankind,” Conner said. “By sending his son to become a man for the purpose of dying on the cross for our sins.” For many, Christmas is a time of joy, Conner said, but that joy came at a high price; though Christ lived on the earth for just over 30 years his suffering and death on the cross paved the way for man’s ability to ascend to heaven. “I don’t mind the extra, fun, traditions that are associated with Christmas,” Conner told The County Times. “But they’ve become the priority now instead of the accessories.”
Conner said in his 28 years of being a pastor of an independent fundamental Baptist church, fewer people are focusing on Christ during Christmas; also fewer people even know who he is. Conner said that was because it was much easier for people to focus on the physical rather than the spiritual. “The real answer is that man is depraved and he wants to concentrate on the flesh rather than the spirit,” Conner said. “Man is not given to giving to others.” For 28 years Conner has preached the same message at Christmas time, that Christ was born and came to earth to die for our sins as the only sacrifice acceptable to God; this would allow man to have everlasting life if he accepted that gift, Conner said. That same, simple message is needed now more than ever, Conner said. “In general people know less about God and the Bible,” he said. “It used to be that people had at least heard the story of Jesus Christ’s birth. “Now I have to go back and explain the story… people don’t know the Christmas story.” Conner remembered in his younger days when he could at least watch cartoons on television and see the Christmas story. “We used to get it on Charlie Brown,” he said. “We don’t even get that anymore.” When it comes to church attendance, in the past people who used to go to church just a few times a year
would at least come on Christmas, Conner said, but there’s much less of that now. “It’s not part of people’s thinking to go to church on Christmas anymore,” Conner said. “It used to be but that’s not so anymore.” Richard Young is an assistant pastor at Patuxent Baptist Church and is in charge of ministries for children. It’s becoming harder each year to find new children in the church who know the Christmas story, he said. “They know the Grinch, the know Frosty, they know Santa and they know Rudolph but they don’t know the Jesus of Christmas,” Young said. “It’s not shiny, they love shiny.” But there is hope, Young said, and it comes off the big blue bus that the church sends out each Sunday to pick up children from neighborhoods to come to church. “A lot of the new kids coming in are coming in on the bus,” Young said. “That bus is bringing a lot of hope. “Santa’s sleigh doesn’t.” The reason the Christmas story was losing popularity, Young said, was that it couldn’t be embellished like other secular yuletide stories. “You can embellish Santa but Jesus stays the same because he’s the true pillar of Christmas,” Young said. “The Christmas story does not change.” Conner believes it’s no accident that January is noted as the time when people feel most depressed; it’s after the Christmas season. “It left them empty because they’re not celebrating what it’s about,” Conner said. Even with all the feasting and merrymaking during the holiday season, Conner said, it was difficult to fully understand it without knowing Christ made a way for man to avoid hell. “You can enjoy those things more if you understand that first,” Conner said. Still there are ways to bring Christ back into Christmas, Conner said. Just putting out a Nativity Scene, showing Christ being born in a manger, was a way to generate curiosity about Christmas, he said, among children. This also meant that parents had to be familiar with the Christmas story to explain it. “You can talk to kids about what that is,” Conner said. On Christmas Day, before opening presents, read Luke, chapter nine, verses one-through-19, Conner said, to remember the Christmas story. “It’s only a few verses,” Conner said. “And to learn why Christ came you can read Luke, chapter 19, verse 10.” All this can be done in minutes, Conner said. Members at Patuxent Baptist Church are known for going caroling on Christmas; Conner said they focus on singing old Christmas hymns and not more popular tunes. “If you look at those words you can only see why Christ came,” Conner said. “It’s fun, too and if people did it they would never forget.” Even the Christmas tree, with all of its decorations and gifts underneath, has a place in the Christmas story; as an evergreen, it represents eternal life and the star placed on top of it represents Jesus being the light of the world. The gifts under the tree are a picture of God’s gift to us. “The thing about Christmas is that it’s not our day,” Conner said. “It’s Jesus’ birthday we’re celebrating. “Those gifts under the tree represent God’s gift to us. It has to be received.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS-PART 1 Many business owners entitled to tax deductions relating to their business fail to take them. The usual reason is failure by the business owner to document the basis for the deduction. Unless you can do that, the IRS may successfully challenge you. This article is the first in a series of two articles intended to summarize some common tax deductions you can take. Thank you to Joseph Bencivenga, CPA specializing in tax and accounting services for small businesses and individuals, from Annapolis, Maryland, for his helpful comments on the articles. With the New Year upon us, now is the time for business owners to maximize their deductions by setting up systems to document and track them. What kinds of deductions available to business owners? A Brand New Deduction Just for Being in Business: The Tax Cut and Jobs Act, with most provisions effective January 1, 2018, created a brand new business tax deduction effective for 2018 called the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction. The QBI deduction is now available for business owners operating as sole proprietorships, or organized as limited liability companies, partnerships or S Corporations. Most business owners will qualify for a QBI deduction. The deduction rules can get complicated, but generally you will get a 20% deduction for the lesser of QBI or taxable income. So, let’s say you are a business owner wityh business profits of $50,000 and your taxable income is also $50,000. You will be eligible for a brand new special $10,000 tax deduction on your 2018 tax return. Auto Expenses. According to some experts, this is an underused deduction. If you use your car for business purposes, you can deduct the cost of use by miles or your actual expense in purchasing or leasing a vehicle. Keeping track of your mileage is a bit tricky since it involves keeping records of travel to and from a place for business purposes every time you travel; however, if you commute to another location for your business on a regular basis, it becomes easier to track. Simply figure out the round-trip mileage for the year and multiply it by the current mileage reimbursement rate of 54.5 cents for business miles and you have the amount that can be deducted. For the more tech savvy, there are many apps for your phone that can be easily downloaded and used to track your business mileage. You also can deduct tolls, parking fees and car rental expenditures directly related to your business. If you purchase a vehicle to use only for business, that’s easy. But, be aware the IRS may be skeptical of your claims that you use the vehicle 100% for your business. Make sure you can back up the “only used in business” claim if that’s the one you are relying on. How? If you use your personal vehicle to go to work and pick up the business vehicle for work purposes so that the business vehicle is parked at the business and not used to transport you to and from your home, that vehicle is clearly used only for the business. If, as is most common, the vehicle is used for both business and personal use, track the usage to ensure you have documentation backing up your percentage use for business versus personal purposes. If the business owns the vehicle and records tax deductions related to the cost of the vehicle, you are required to include the value of the personal use of the business vehicle as income on your tax return. The IRS has a calculator that can be used to calculate the proper amount. Home Office. Working from home has tax advantages if part of the home is dedicated exclusively to the business. See IRS Form 8829 for methods of calculating the percentage of a home used for a home office. The experts may warn you against using a home office deduction simply because the IRS tends to challenge these deductions—not because they aren’t legal, but because people cannot provide their use of dedicated office space in the home. Working at a laptop at your kitchen table does not a home office make. However, if you have clearly dedicated a space to use for an office and can prove that to the IRS, then the deduction for that portion of your home (including the deduction for the portion of your home insurance, mortgage interest, repairs and depreciation) is entirely appropriate. If your home office is less than 300 square feet, the IRS has a simplified method you can use - $5 a square foot can be deducted as a home office expense with no further calculations needed. We will address other deductions for small businesses in the next article. Join me on the third Wednesday of each month for a free estate planning seminar at 8906 Bay Avenue, North Beach. Call 301-855-2246 to reserve a spot. The Law Office of Lynda J. Striegel is a law firm focused on estate planning and business law located in North Beach. Nothing in the foregoing represents legal advice. Readers are urged to consult their legal counsel.
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“Making things whole again” pile of glitter on the floor underneath the wreath. Yes, I will find someplace new for it this year after hot-gluing all the branches back down to the base yet again. Why didn’t I move it before? Because this is what married people do; they stubbornly try to keep things the way they like it and hope their partner will be careful and avoid your perfectly placed decorations. I am thinking this could be why the glitter wreath, and the glitter branch sprays were in the yard sale. It might be for sale again soon. And I know there are lots of old ornaments that need hot glue, wires, and updates. The words “next year” keep running through my mind. But this is “next year” isn’t it, so I am going to hunt for the fixables, gather them, and gauge my mood at that time. Well, that
The way I am starting my Christmas decorating is to fix everything I haven’t fixed from Christmas(es) past. There is the beautiful German glass glitter wreath I picked up at a yard sale years ago. Normally where I place this particular wreath is by the top wall of our split foyer steps – it looks PERFECT there. Unfortunately, it is also at the perfect level for my husband’s broad shoulders to hit each and every day. Every morning I would find a
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just accomplished nothing. Making What makes you happy and feel full things whole again should make me of the holiday spirit? The sights, the happy, so I will really try to fix them. sounds, the smells? I think if I call So far, other than tying the large some friends and family that I haven’t outdoor Christmas wreath to the spoken to in awhile then I will feel front porch railing, fixing the glitter full and whole again. Empty space in wreath is the only Christmas decorat- the heart is never a good thing – espeing I have done. Earlier this morning cially at the holidays. I will miss my I did take the fall display off the china brother Billy’s funny greetings, and hutch and am seriously contemplating my Uncle Dick’s conversations now taking the Christmas village pieces that Alzheimer’s has taken the sarcasoff of the shelf in the extra room. Af- tic wit and humor away, as well as his ter that it is anybody’s guess what will memories. But my memories are still come next. I feel like I have Christmas here, and the ability to make this seaexcitement, but just wish that all the son full of good memories and family visual trappings would magically ap- traditions for my children and grandpear without my help. Am I becoming children. Those cranberry-orange cantankerous? Maybe my husband has shortcake cookies won’t make themfinally rubbed off on me, and I want to selves – they might need larger hands become a hibernating bear this win- guiding little hands to help them taste ter. I think I would like to sleep for the the best ever. Family memories also whole winter this year. need guiding hands and hearts to Okay, as Cher would say, “Snap out keep the spirit alive and journeying of it!” Today would be the perfect day through future generations. I believe to bring the tree in and get it all deco- my Christmas spirit has just doubled Exclusive rated – maybe some old-fashioned tin- two sizes and feels whole again- no sel too. I could make it really blingy hotHallmark glue needed. Melissa and that should get me in the Christornaments and Doug mas spirit. I plan on making some Christmas To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Hours: Hours: Open Open Christmas Eve Eve 8am 8amto to1pm 1p Wooden Toys cranberry-orange shortcake cookie Please send your comments or on Sale!ideas logs too. The smell will surely bring to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com me into the season with all its joy and or find me on facebook fun.
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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Rick Bell
Rick Bell, 55, of California, MD passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Charleston, WV and was the youngest son of the late Paul R. and Dolores J. Bell. Rick graduated with a BS in Engineering from West Virginia Institute of Technology in 1986, and earned a MS in Engineering from Florida Institute of Technology in 1992. He worked as an electrical engineer and then program manager for the Navy for 31 years. He was an active member of Redeeming Grace Baptist Church. Rick enjoyed outdoor adventures, especially camping and kayaking. He enjoyed science fiction, comic books, and watching Dr. Who episodes and Marvel Movies with his family. In fact, Rick was all about his family and church and volunteered as a soccer coach and referee, director of the AWANA program at Leonardtown Baptist church, and served on the sound system team at Redeeming
Grace Baptist Church. Rick also taught college courses as an adjunct professor for the University of Maryland. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Dena; two sons, Justin and Stephen; daughter-in-law, Kaitlyn; and two grandchildren, Peyton and Gavin. He is also survived by his siblings: Hervie (Belenda), Danny, Raymond (Meg), and Randy (Ruby); and dear friend, Lynn Pechuekonis. Condolences to the family may be made at http://www.brinsfieldfuneral. com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Betty Ann Langley
Betty Ann Langley, 83, of Great Mills, MD formerly from Suffolk, VA passed away on December 6, 2018 at her home. She was born on December 24, 1934 in Suffolk, VA, Betty was the daughter of the late Edna Lee Stanley and Letcher Lonza Stanley. Betty was the loving wife of Charles Cordell Langley, Sr. whom she married on April 8, 1950 in
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Lexington Park, MD. Betty is survived by her children Julie (Dean deceased) Hinthorne of Port Orchard, WA, Debbie Langley of Great Mills, MD, Susan (Francis) Trossbach of Great Mills, MD, Charlene (Eddie) Knott of Great Mills, MD, Linda (Pat) Ridgell of Great Mills, MD, Charles (Donna deceased) Langley, Jr. of Great Mills, MD, (Robin (Robert) Butterfield of Great Mills, MD, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great- great grandchild, also survived by one brother, Raymond Crosby of FL. Betty Was preceded in death by her brothers, Curtis Lee Stanley and Gerald Crosby. Betty moved to St. Mary’s County in 1946 from Suffolk, VA, she was a homemaker. She was a member of the Lexington Park Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and volunteered in the nursery, she also volunteered for St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary creating floral arrangements and wreaths for the gift shop. Betty enjoyed bowling, bingo, and traveling, especially her trips to the West Coast to visit her daughter and her family. Betty often stated that her favorite times were spent celebrating the holidays and family birthdays. She was loved by all that knew her and will be greatly missed.
Leonard David Knott
Leonard David Knott,68, of Punta Gorda, FL formerly from St. Mary’s County, MD passed away on December 4, 2018 in Hollywood, MD. Leonard was the son of John Richard Knott, Sr. of Hollywood, MD and the late Virginia Pilkerton Knott who passed away on June 10, 2010. Leonard is survived by his wife Margaret Virginia Knott whom he married on December 31, 1981 in Upper Marlboro, MD. Leonard is survived by his children Brandi Atwell (Michael) of Waldorf, MD, Kristan Parks (Brian) of Waldorf, MD, David Knott (Julie) of Hollywood, MD, Casey Knott of Port Charlotte, FL, Chelsea Shackelford (Ross) of Tallahassee, FL, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Along with his siblings Linda Swarey, John Richard Knott, Jr, Charles William Knott, Darlene Ridgell, and Terrence Wayne Knott. He moved to Charlotte County, FL. in 2001 from St. Mary’s County. Leonard was a union painter as a union contractor for 31 and half years, retiring in February 2001. He was a member of
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the Painters Union, and Moose Lodge. Leonard enjoyed boating, fishing and antique cars. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.
Thomas Roland Langley
Thomas ( To m m y) R o l a n d L a n g le y, 57 of Great Mills, MD passed away on December 3, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 7, 1961 in Leonardtown, MD to the late Francis Vernon (Jake) and Dolores Jane (Hutson) Langley. Tommy was employed by BAE Systems for over 32 dedicated years, as an Electronic Mechanical Technician. Prior to BAE, he worked as an electrician and a heavy equipment operator. Tommy loved the outdoors, and was an avid hunter. He spent a lot of his time working on projects around the home and on the farm. Great pride was taken in everything he did, and it showed in the quality of the finished product. Tinkering on old cars and tractors was a hobby he enjoyed. The times Tommy spent with his family and friends, were cherished by many. There was love in his voice and a smile on his face, when he told stories of his adventures as a child growing up on the Langley farm. Family values and hard work stayed strong with him, his entire life. Tommy and Wanda worked side by side, both at home and work. They looked forward to their annual Ocean City get-away, as a special time to enjoy the sun, beach and boardwalk. Thomas is survived by his fiancée, Wanda Mellies of Leonardtown, MD; and his brother, Michael Troy Langley, Sr. and sister-in-law, Faith Wathen, and niece Elizabeth Kandler, all of Great Mills, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Face Church, 20408 Point Lookout Rd, Great Mills, MD 20634; or Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Hazel Bernice Knott
Hazel Bernice Knott, 63, of California, MD passed away on November 25, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. Born on January 14, 1955 in Slagle, WV she was the daughter of Golda Jean
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Blankenship of Hollywood, MD. Hazel was the loving wife of Gary P. Knott, whom she married on May 17, 1981 in Charlotte Hall, MD. She is survived by her children, Melissa Trossbach (Kenneth) of Park Hall, MD; George Feise IV (Tina) of Summerville, SC, and William Browning of Walterboro, SC. Grandchildren; William Midgett (Bethany) George Feise V, Justin Feise (Kasie), Victor Browning, William Browning Jr., Vanessa Browning, Johnathon Trossbach, Samantha Trossbach, Cory Trossbach and 6 greatgrandchildren. Siblings; Kenneth Blankenship, Melinda McDonald, Betty Nickerson, Ruby De La Cerda and Terri Vause. Hazel owned and operated a local bingo supply company in Hollywood, MD. She enjoyed painting and collecting ceramics but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Cordia Elizabeth Friess
Cordia Elizabeth Friess, 80, of Colton’s Point, MD formerly from Semora, NC passed away on Nove m b e r 19, 2018 in Prince Frederick, MD. Born on October 8, 1938 in Semora, NC she was the daughter of the late Zell Long and Willie Long. Cordia was the loving wife of the late Joseph Friess whom she married on April 19, 1958 in All Saints Episcopal Church Oakley, MD, and who preceded her in death on November 11, 2017. Cordia is survived by her children Betty Johnson of Huntington, MD, Joseph Friess of Colton’s Point, MD, David Friess of Dover, DL, and 5 grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son Ernest Friess and sister Shirley Boatright. She moved to St. Mary’s County, MD 70 years ago and graduated from Margaret Brent in 1958. Cordia worked for St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD as a radiology Technician, retiring in 2003. The family will receive friends on
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:30 Am in the Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop William McClean officiating. Interment will be private. Pallbearers will be Robert Johnson, Timothy Johnson, Gary Friess, Toby Friess, Steven Debolt and Bo Vallandingham. In lieu of flowers please send donation to St. Anne’s Church P.O. Box 289 Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown. MD.
Commander John F. Lynn, SC, USN
C o m m a n d e r John F. Lynn, SC, USN, 57 of Hollywood, MD passed away on November 30, 2018 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD with his wife and
daughters by his side. John was born on March 31, 1961 in Montrose, PA to the late John Francis Lynn, Jr. and Romaine Connor Lynn. John attended the University of Scranton, PA, graduating in 1983 with a degree in Business Management. He was commissioned in the U.S. Navy as a Supply Corp Officer in 1984 where he went on to get his Master’s degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA in 1994. John served 21 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Commander. He completed several tours at sea, including his first on the USS Ponce and had the privilege to work for the Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff under Admiral William Crowe and General Colin Powell. Upon returning from a tour at Yokosuka, Japan in 2000 he completed his naval career at NAVAIR. Upon retirement in 2004, he joined Booz-Allen-Hamilton and recently retired this year. John married the love of his life Monica Alesky Lynn on November 24,
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1984 in Gibson, PA. Together they spent 34 wonderful years of marriage. He was the anchor that held his family in place and the sails, which took them on a beautiful journey. He had an incredible personality and sense of humor, never met a stranger he didn’t like and was always the life of the party. John was known both in his professional and personal life as a great mentor to his daughters, sailors, and colleagues alike. In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters, Marissa Lynn Schmid (Capt. Joseph Schmid) of Ewa Beach, HI and Rachel Morgan Lynn of Washington, DC; sisters, Karen Lynn (Joseph Odom) of Fairfax, CA and Susan Renfro (Nick) of Colorado Springs, CO; sister-in-laws Pamela Alesky of Alexandria, VA, Diana Alesky White, Gibson, PA; nephews Matthew Renfro, Christopher White, neice Mariah White, and many cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Mark E. Lynn, M.D. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fisher House Foundation, 111 Rockville Pike, Ste. 420, Rockville, MD 20850, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, St. Mary’s County, Attn: Vice President Marketing and Development, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22171, or the Three Oaks Center, P.O. Box 776, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
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Christmas Doll & Train Exhibit St. Clement’s Island Museum Daily 12:00–4:00 PM through January 6 An exhibit of unique antique and collectible dolls, trains and toys at this festive holiday display. $3 adults, $2 seniors and military, $1.50 children. 5 and under free. Holiday Display Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Daily 12:00–4:00 PM through January 6 This year’s theme is “Reading Lights the Way.” Visitors view Lighthouse Digest cover exhibit, Flying Santa exhibit, and a number of other exhibits. $7 adults, $3.50 seniors, students and military. Children 5 and under free. Garden In Lights Annmarie Sculpture Garden, Dowell Rd., Solomons Nightly 6:00-9:00 PM through January 1 A magical holiday light experience that takes visitors on a beautiful walk through the glittering woods. $7 ages 3 and up. Under 2 are free. (Closed Dec. 24, 25) No smoking. No vaping. No pets except on Pet Night (Jan. 1). Detailed schedule: www.annmariegarden.org.
UPCOMING Class Reunion Chopticon High School Class of 1969 is planning its 50th class reunion for the fall 2019. Members and teachers of this class are requested to contact us to update contact information. Sarah Blackistone Richardson, 240-925-1119, TheMightySBR@msn. com. Norwood Graves, 301-848-9525, Saramy1@verizon.net.
Thu. - Sun., Dec. 13 – 16 Christmas Belles Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park 8:00 PM (Sunday 3:30) The Newtowne Players present this hilarious holiday journey through a misadventure-filled Christmas Eve. Tickets: www.newtowneplayers.org or call 301-737-5447.
Thursday, December 13 Gingerbread Auction Father Andrew Whit Leonardtown 6:00 – 7:00 PM
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The second and sixth graders teamed-up to make gingerbread houses for this auction
Fri. & Sat., Dec. 14 & 15 Madrigal Dinners Reconstructed State House of 1676, 47418 Old State House Road 6:00 – 10:00 PM Historic St. Mary’s City invites you to this long standing tradition. Fine dining, beautiful music, firelight and wassail at the beautifully decorated State House in St. Mary’s City. $90/ Friends of Historic St. Mary’s City. $95/non-members. Reservations required. Mary Bohanan 240-895-4991, MaryB@digshistory.org or Porzia 240-895-4960, PorziaP@digshistory. org
Friday, December 14 Holiday Open Mic Christ Church Parish Hall, Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico 6:30 PM The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance host a warm and friendly evening beginning with a pot luck dinner; bring a favorite side dish or dessert. Open Mic begins at 7:30. Sign up in advance to perform. garner@wildblue.net or 301-9044987. Visit www.smtmd.org for directions and info. Free. Celebrate Recovery 45020 Patuxent Beach Rd, California 7:30 - 9:30 PM A Christian-based 12-step program for ages 18 and up struggling with absolutely any hurt, hang-up or habit. Email: OFHCR4U@gmail.com for more info.
Sat. & Sun., Dec. 15 & 16 Orange & Grapefruit Sale St John’s School, 43900 St. Johns Rd., Hollywood 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Navel Oranges and Pink Grapefruit from Florida, pecan halves from Georgia and Florida juice oranges. Mike Thompson 301- 373-8545 or mikeandbarbarat@gmail.com.
Saturday, December 15 Holiday Maker’s Markets Annmarie Sculpture Garden, Dowell Rd., Solomons 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Each Market features a different selection offering a variety of gifts.
Markets are indoors. Also, December 22. Free admission. 410-326-4640. www.annmariegarden.org Santa & Mrs. Claus On the Square, Leonardtown 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bingo Every Saturday Mother Catherine Academy, 33883 Chaptico Road 6:30 PM Doors open 5:00. $10 includes one regular book. $50 Early Birds. Concessions. 301884-3165. Visit: www.mothercatherine.org for Jackpot and Moneyball update. A Starry Christmas St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, California 7:30 - 9:30 PM Christmas carols and songs of the season presented by Two Rivers Harmony, members of the Washington National Opera and a carol sing. Reception follows. $25 at the door. $20 in advance. Limited seating; reservations recommended. Lyn Schramm at 301-863-2315. Patuxent Voices Concert Christ Church Chaptico, 25390 Maddox Road 7:30 - 8:30 PM All-female a cappella group presents their holiday concert.
Sunday, December 16 Breakfast with the Knights of Columbus St. Francis Xavier Church Hall, 21370 Newtowne Neck Rd., Leonardtown 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Plain and Blue Berry Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, and Sausage Gravy w/ Biscuit, Coffee, & Juice. Free Will Donation. Proceeds benefit Care-Net Pregnancy Center. Dale Rebarchick, 240-538-3562 Christmas Cantata Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville 6:30 PM The Christmas story as told by God’s Messengers through all of us who are called to be Messengers of the Good News of Christ’s Birth and Love! www.mtzionmech.org
Tubachristmas Solomons Our Lady Star of the Sea, Solomons 4:00 - 5:00 PM Enjoy Christmas carols played by more than 50 tubas and euphoniums. All are welcome. Free.
Mon. - Fri., Dec. 17 - 21 Call for Volunteers Zion Methodist Church, 21291 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park 4:00 - 6:00 PM Volunteers are needed by Mike’s Food Fund each evening to help package and deliver holiday turkey dinners all over the county to local families in need. Great opportunity for students needing volunteer hours.
Monday, December 17 Hold’em Bounty Tournament St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge, Fire Department Lane, Lexington Park 7:00 PM $25 Buy in = 4,000 chips. $5 addon = 1,000 chips and raffle drawing. Food and beverage for purchase. James Dean 240-577-0828. Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo.com St. Mary’s County Democratic Club Meeting Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad 7:00 - 8:00 PM Discuss current events, hear from guest speakers, and find out how to get involved.
Thursday, December 20 Blue Christmas Service Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville 7:00 PM A Service of Healing for those struggling this holiday season. A peaceful, contemplative service. www.mtzionmech.org Commission for People with Disabilities The December 20 meeting has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be Thursday, January 17, 2019.
Turkey Shoot Moose Lodge, Mechanicsville 12:00 PM Sign up at noon; first round goes off at 1:00. Shoot for money and prizes. Jimmy Suite, 240-417-5767.
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Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 1658 Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
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Special Holiday Bingo
Come join us for a special holiday bingo at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Monday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. We will be featuring some nice gifts for loved ones or even yourself as well as our normal pantry items. Cost is a $1 per card. No need to sign up! For more information call 301-475-4200, ext. 71050. If you want to stay for lunch, please make a reservation by calling the same number.
Jewelry Class
Back by popular demand, the jewelry class at the Garvey Senior Activity Center will be on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 10 a.m.! Different wiring techniques and how to build a necklace or a bracelet will be taught. There will be a variety of beads and stones to choose from throughout the class. The cost for the class is $10 per item. Please make sure to pay for each item upfront if you would like to make more than one item. To sign up and pay for this program in advance, please visit the front desk. For more information call 301-475-4200, ext. 71050.
Beginner’s Piano/Keyboard Class Coming Up
Dr. Robert L. Jefferson, the author of the “How to Play Gospel” book series and a leading expert on teaching gospel music (Check out his website at Jeffersonprsents.com) will again
offer beginner piano/keyboard classes at the Loffler Senior Activity Center starting Tuesday Jan. 15 and continuing through Feb. 19. The cost for the lessons is $100 for 6 sessions and includes instruction, texts and corresponding cd. Additionally you will need to invest in an inexpensive keyboard ($50-$100+ available at local stores and online.) Payment for the lessons can be made directly to Dr. Jefferson on the first day of class. Pre-registration is required by Jan. 8. For questions or to sign up, call 301475-4200, ext. 71658 or stop by the registration desk at Loffler.
Saturday Fitness Class
The Northern Senior Activity Center offers a weekend fitness class on Saturdays. This gives members a weekend opportunity for a workout and a chance to join in if they can’t make classes held during the weekday business hours. Join Cheryl from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Saturdays for Enhance Fitness. This is an upbeat rigorous workout using bands, weights and lots of movement for toning, strength and endurance benefits. The first class is free for new participants and additional classes require a fitness pass. The cost of the fitness pass is $30 for 10 sessions and it can be purchased at the front desk during the week. For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 73101.
Health Watch Presentation at Loffler
Linda Weintraub will present Assessing Your Mental Health as part of Loffler’s monthly Health Watch Program on Thursday, Jan. 10 at 10 a.m. When asked how you are feeling, it’s not always easy to truthfully answer this seemingly simple question! Nevertheless, we would benefit from taking stock of what’s going on in our lives and ascertain just how we are doing. Call 301-475-4200, ext. 71658, or stop by the reception desk to sign up for this free presentation.
What’s the Word
What’s the Word is a non-denominational Christian Bible study group. They meet at the Northern Senior Activity Center on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. Bring your version of the Good Book for an opportunity to discuss topics and passages with others in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 73103.
Learn to play Mahjong
Jean Wu will be offering beginner classes at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on how to play Taiwanese Mahjong if at least 3 people are interested in learning. Classes would be on alternating Fridays 9:30-11 a.m. and could start as early as January. Why
Explore Your Digital Library
Library Holiday Closings
All three locations of the St. Mary’s County Library will be closed on Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. All three locations will be open for regular business hours on Wednesday, December 26.
Book Bites
St. Mary’s County Library will host Book Bites at Taphouse 1637 in California on Monday, December 17 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Grab a bite and gab about books! Join us at our new winter location, Taphouse 1637 in California, for a relaxed conversation about what you’ve been reading. Share what you loved (or loathed) about the last book you read, gather new recommendations from the rest of the group, and enjoy the company of fellow bibliophiles. Visit taphouse1637.com for directions and to see menu options available for purchase. Adults only. No registration.
Leonardtown Library will hold Explore Your Digital Library on Tuesday, December 18 from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Looking for a great read? Studying for the SAT, GMAT or ASVAB? Researching your family’s ancestry? Want to learn a new language? Are you planning on writing a research paper? Would you like to watch movies or listen to books on your phone or device? Drop by the Leonardtown Library this winter with your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and our tech team will show you how to access all kinds of FREE library resources that are right at your fingertips!
Snacking with S.T.E.A.M.: Edible Engineering
Lexington Park Library will hold a Snacking with S.T.E.A.M. – Edible Engineering on Friday, December 21 from 3– 4 p.m. Please note all activities involve food which may contain potential allergens. Come test your engineering skills with us as we build delectable houses. Whether you build a cottage, apartment, or town home we will see if it can stand the test of gravity. For ages 6-12. Registration required and opens on December 7
Minecraft Challenge
Charlotte Hall Library will hold Minecraft Challenge
not start the new year off by learning something new? If you would like to be added to the interest list call 301475-4200, ext. 71658 or stop by the Loffler reception desk.
Performance Troupe
Do you sing? Do you dance? Do you play an instrument? Do have a theatrical flair? We are looking for you. 2019 is fast approaching and the Northern Senior Activity Center is looking to assemble a performance troupe. We are looking for performers as well as people that would be interested in leading a section; leading dances, songs, etc. At this time, we are creating a sign up list. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities or to be a part of our performance troupe, please contact Rachel at 301-475-4200, ext. 73013, or by email at Rachel.Mowatt@stmarysmd. com.
Fitness Cards
Please note that beginning Jan. 1, the price of Fitness Cards will increase to $35. The income from Fitness Card sales pays our wonderful contractual instructors. Take advantage of Enhance Fitness during the month of January when it is offered free of charge.
on Thursday, December 13 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Can you think on your feet, team up, use creativity, and complete the challenge? Come play Minecraft with us and find out! Must be able to use a mouse and keyboard commands, and be familiar with how to play Minecraft (we will not use the tutorial). Ages 8-11. Registration opens 2 weeks before the program.
Noon Year’s Eve Parties
Leonardtown Library will hold a Noon Year’s Eve Party on Friday, December 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Lexington Park Library will hold a Noon Year’s Eve Party on Monday, December 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All the fun of a new year’s party for our young friends with early bed times! Count down to a happy NOON year with songs, crafts, and awesome activities. No registration required.
School Age Explorers: Robot Discovery Lab
Lexington Park Library will hold a School-Age Explorers: Robot Discovery Lab on Friday, December 28 from 2 – 3 p.m. Learn to code a robot, guide a robot through a maze, and even build your own tiny robot. You can even experience virtual reality! Welcome to the Discovery Lab. All supplies provided by the library. Recommended for ages 6-11. Registration required.
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Patuxent River Naval Air Station Do you have any information about the historical use or disposal of radiological material at Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS PAX River)?
COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN FAIR SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 187& 188
The U.S. Navy is conducting assessments across naval installations, to include NAS PAX River, regarding the historical use and disposal of general radioactive materials (G-RAM). Examples of G-RAM include radioluminescent personnel markers, deck markers,electron tubes, thoriated welding rods, certain types of engine exciters, thorium lenses, radioisotopes, and depleted uranium counterweights. If you have any information about the historical use or disposal of radiological material at NAS PAX River, the Navy would appreciate your input and recollections. If you would like to participate in an interview and/or wish to provide your recollections, please dial 844-604-6370 or email (HRA_CH2MHILL@ch2m.com) with your contact information. All information provided will be considered in the preparation of an assessment report for NAS PAX River. Please note that all comments, including personal information provided, are subject to the Freedom of Information Act and may be made publicly available at any time.
Letter to the Editor To the Editor: On behalf of the Commissioners of Leonardtown, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the participants and the generous sponsors and contributors who helped make the 43rd Annual Veterans Day Parade and Memorial Ceremony such a great success. The event, sponsored by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County and Commissioners of Leonardtown, was held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 in Leonardtown Square, and was attended by over 1,000 people of all ages. The parade, which began on Fenwick Street and proceeded to the center of Historic Downtown Leonardtown and ended at Courthouse Drive, featured Veterans, dignitaries, elected officials, local high school marching bands, military units, color guards, classic and antique cars, Boy and Girl Scouts, cheerleaders, motorcycles, and horses, as well as fire, police and emergency personnel and equipment. Immediately following the parade, the Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony was held in the Town Square. This year’s Ceremony commemorated the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War I and the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam Tet Offensive with guest speakers (Mr. Anibal Delgado, Great Mills High School History Teacher and WWI Local Historian; and
Mr. J. Ernest Bell, USMC, Vietnam Veteran and Local Historian; and honorable dignitaries: John C. Wobensmith, Maryland Secretary of State; Steny Hoyer, Congressman, 5th District, U.S. House of Representatives; Matthew Morgan, Local State Delegate; Gary D. Knight, Vice Chairman and Secretary, MD Veterans Home Commission; James R. Guy, President, Commissioners of St. Mary’s County; Captain Jason Hammond, Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station, Pax River; and Daniel Burris, Leonardtown Mayor), and the participation of family members of local fallen soldiers who attended as guests of honor and laid wreaths in honor of their loved ones during the Ceremony. Thank you again to everyone who attended the event and the kind supporters below who helped make the day possible: Sponsors: Brinsfield Funeral Home, So. MD Radio, PAE, Millison Management, Southern Maryland Vacations for Vets, St. Mary’s County DPW&T, St. Mary’s Ryken, St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, St. Mary’s County Public Schools, The Center for Life Enrichment, Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, SOMD Express, St. Mary’s County Government, Spring Dell Center, Dunkin Donuts and The Printing Press. Contributors and Supporters: Our honorable guest speakers noted above,
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Notice is hereby given that the Commissioners of Leonardtown have passed, and the Mayor has approved, Ordinance No. 187, Sale of Surplus Property and Ordinance No. 188, Critical Area Map Amendment. A fair summary of the ordinances will follow: Ordinance No. 187- An ordinance for the purpose of approving the Commissioners of Leonardtown to sell real property located at 41660 Courthouse Drive, Condo Unit 300, Leonardtown, MD. Ordinance No. 188- An ordinance amending the Town of Leonardtown Critical Area Map. Ordinance No. 187 and 188 will become effective December 31, 2018. Full text of this ordinance may be obtained at the Town Office at 22670 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. By Authority: Laschelle McKay, Town Administrator
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