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“STATES ARE BETTER THAN THAT – AND SO TOO IS THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.”
GOV. LARRY HOGAN ABOUT FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY AFTER THE “TRUMP SHUTDOWN.”
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LOCAL NEWS 3 COPS & COURTS 7 COMMUNITY 10 ON THE COVER 14 EDUCATION 18 SPORTS 18 OBITUARIES 19 COMMUNITY CALENDAR 20 SENIOR CALENDAR 21 LIBRARY CALENDAR 21 BUSINESS DIRECTORY 22 FUN & GAMES 23
Local Page 4 The North Beach Polar Bear Plunge is coming Jan. 1
Cops & Courts Page 8 Several people were injured in an accident in Lusby.
Community Page 10 Do You Feel Crabby When You Get Your Insurance Bill In The Mail?
Calvert Marine Museum will be closing for renovations in January.
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‘The Trump Shutdown’ How Will it Affect Calvert? By Dick Myers Editor
“What’s the harm? When the government shuts down, Uncle Sam’s workers get a few days off and eventually get paid for it.:” That was the lead sentence in a story that appeared in January of this year in The Calvert County Times. That sentence was followed up by this: “But there is great harm to the community, Calvert County’s business leaders say.” The government shutdown, that has been dubbed “The Trump Shutdown” by Democratic leaders, started at midnight on Saturday, Dec. 22 and both sides appear to be digging in for the long haul, with Trump insisting on his $5 billion border wall and opponents saying, “no way!” The impact on federal workers is still unclear. Bills have been introduced to guarantee they won’t lose any pay while they are off the job, or as are some, working without pay because they are providing essential services. But the impact on communities like Calvert, with heavy federal workforces, is much clearer. A lot of the monies from those deferred paychecks is lost forever. While workers are sitting at home, the money they would have spent for their commutes to work never gets spent. It’s not like they drive around the block to make it up. Gas stations are out of that lost revenue. Grocery money that might have been spent on steak instead gets spent on hot dogs and when they go back to work, it’s not like they are going to buy two steaks instead of one. That weekly trip for the family to the movies is deferred out of fear that the shutdown will be prolonged. When work resumes, that movie may resume but the one that was deferred is again lost forever to the movie theater owner. The impact on some workers is unclear. For instance, the Federal Communications Commission has enough money to remain open this week but will shut down Jan. 2 if the shutdown continues. Other agencies vary depending on their source of revenue. The impact on defense contracts is also unclear. Kelly Robertson-Slagle is the county’s new director of the Department of Economic Development. She was a business retention specialist before being appointed head of the department. But, in 2013, when the last extended government shutdown occurred (for 16 days) she was with the Small Business Development Center in Southern Maryland, so she was also on the front line then. “It’s quite an effect on us,” she said of the impact to Calvert County. Government employees bookend Cal-
vert County. To the north, many head to Paul Ryan, and House Minority Leader work in DC at federal government agen- Nancy Pelosi, Governors Hogan and cies. To the south, many head across the Bullock state that “a federal shutdown Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge to work at is indicative of a government that is not Patuxent River Naval Air Station or for working.” a government contractor doing business “Governors compromise every day. with the base. We must work with partners in our legisRobertson-Slagle observed, “2013 latures and with stakeholders throughout wasn’t that long ago.” She said many of our states. It is not a choice; it is a nethe federal employees who lived through cessity to ensure the citizens we serve in that are prepared this time. our states – the same ones you represent that the state stands ready to efficiently Rep. Steny Hoyer issued a statement at the national level – have access to the process unemployment insurance claims on Saturday after the shutdown com- basic functions that allow them to lead from impacted federal workers. Find inmenced. He said, “Tonight, President good lives,” wrote the governors. “Gov- formation about the state’s preparedness Trump and Republicans chose to end ernors are not able to entrench ourselves to assist federal workers here. Governor Hogan has consistently their House Majority the way they have and enter stalemates that shut down our governed over the past two years, reject- governments. States are better than that called for the federal government to take ing bipartisan compromise and embrac- – and so too is the federal government.” action to avert a shutdown. Earlier this ing extremism, to the detriment of our Funding will run out for federal agen- week, he issued the following statement: “It’s unacceptable to punish hardcountry. They are shutting down a large cies that do not have agreements in place part of the federal government because by midnight tonight. (Saturday). Mary- working federal employees because the Congress wouldn’t spend $5 billion land is home to the fifth most federal Washington can’t get its act together It’s in taxpayer dollars on a border wall that employees amongst the states and the time for our leaders to end the dysfuncwon’t make Americans any safer. As a District of Columbia, with 147,524 fed- tion and come together to find common result, the well-being and security of the eral workers. While not all of Maryland’s sense solutions instead of shutting down American people are at risk, with hun- federal employees will be impacted by the government. 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Celebrate the New Year with a Plunge North Beach Hosts Annual Event By Dick Myers Editor It’s a good way to get the cardio going on the first day of the year. The New Year’s tradition in North Beach, the Polar Bear Plunge is scheduled for its first splash at 1 p.m. If you are brave enough to will the cold away, this may be the event for you. Many families, and individuals, have the fun event at literally the top of each year’s calendar. And the beach at North Beach is a perfect place to soak up the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay. What a way to start the year! Anyone interested in participating in the event should go to the North Beach website and sign up there. You can also sign up at the waterfront the day of the event. Registration proceeds for the Polar Bear Plunge go to a charity. If you have any questions, please email drichardson@northbeachmd.org. dickmyers@countytimes.net Scene from a previous Polar Bear Plunge.
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By Dick Myers Editor The Dowell Post Office will be closing in April, according to its Postmaster Jim Horne, who also serves as the Postmaster of Solomons. But Horne told The County Times that postal delivery will begin January 2 for residents in the current Dowell postal area. Beginning in April the Solomons Post Office will be the post office for the residents on Dowell peninsula. The Calvert County Department of Public Works issued a press release asking residents to make sure their addresses were changed in order to continue to receive communications regarding water and sewer service. Residents are asked to contact Calvert County Water & Sewerage at waterandsewerage@calvertcountymd.gov or 410-535-1600, ext. 2329 to update your P.O. box number and/or mailing address. Horne said the lease on the existing Dowell Post Office was set to expire and
the small facility had run out of space for additional postal boxes. He said there are about 100 boxes there, but about 5009 customers within the service area. He said customers have been clamoring for home delivery, which they can now distribute out of Solomons, which has the space. Horne noted that more homes are being constructed on Dowell peninsula. The update of the county’s comprehensive plan includes that area in the Solomons Town Center, opening it up to more development. The Dowell Post Office operates out of a trailer with limited hours, afternoons from 12:30-4:30 Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Solomons is a full-service post office. With the holiday week, there was no one available to give information on how long there has been a post office in Dowell. Since October of 2018, the Dowell post office switched over to the Solomons zip code, 20688. And residents at that time could identify themselves as living in either Dowell or Solomons. Usually when post offices close the name eventually fades into history. In this particular case the name probably will be perpetuated with the existence of Dowell Elementary School, which is actually on HG Treuman Road in Lusby. dickmyers@countytimes.net
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Board of Public Works Approves Hogan Administration Oyster Recovery Monies Announces Pay Agreement Funding Includes Marylanders Grow Oysters
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has been approved to invest more than $3 million in oyster recovery and restoration activities in Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, following unanimous support from the Board of Public Works. The board, consisting of Governor Larry Hogan, Comptroller Peter Franchot and Treasurer Nancy Kopp, approved three contracts to the Oyster Recovery Partnership aimed at collecting oyster shell, constructing oyster reefs and planting hatchery-reared oysters. “Through this funding we will continue to enhance and rehabilitate native oyster habitat and populations in Chesapeake Bay,” Maryland Natural Resources Secretary Mark Belton said. “These contracts are key to reestablishing a selfsustaining oyster population and meeting our watershed goals.” One contract will construct and re-
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store oyster reefs in direct support of the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement that calls on Maryland to restore native oyster habitat and populations in five tributaries by 2025. In Maryland, these large-scale restoration projects are focused in Harris Creek (completed) as well as the Little Choptank, Manokin, Tred Avon and Upper St. Mary’s rivers. Another contract will fund construction and restoration of oyster reefs in support of the department’s new initiative to enhance oyster restoration efforts in other state sanctuaries beyond the five large-scale projects, namely the Nanticoke and Severn rivers. Approximately 70 million oysters will be planted in the Nanticoke Sanctuary as part of this contract. And an additional contract will aid the Marylanders Grow Oysters program to construct and restore oyster reefs in sanctuaries. A minimum of six million hatchery oysters will be produced and delivered to participating waterfront residents throughout Maryland in support of this community-driven oyster recovery and restoration effort. Press Release from MD DNR
The Hogan administration today announced that the state has completed negotiations and reached a contract agreement with the American Federation of Teachers - Healthcare Maryland (AFT) for Fiscal Year 2020. While this agreement has been reached with AFT’s bargaining team, the final agreement must be ratified by a full member vote. Employees represented by AFT will receive a three percent cost of living increase effective July 1, 2019 and another one percent cost of living increase effective January 1, 2020 if revenues exceed projections by $75 million. Employees in specified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Epidemiologist, Mental Health Counselor, and Nursing positions will also receive an additional six percent pay adjustment to assist with state recruitment and retention efforts. Those employees, along with certain specified physicians, will also be eligible for a Student Loan Repayment Plan that will repay up to
$20,000 in student loan debt. “I’m pleased that we have reached yet another agreement with an exclusive bargaining representative. When the bargaining process works, employees benefit. In this case, our hardworking and dedicated healthcare professionals are the beneficiaries of the mutual cooperation between the AFT and state negotiation teams,” said Department of Budget and Management Secretary David Brinkley. These new considerations are in addition to the two percent cost of living increase for state employees that takes effect in January 2019 and the half percent increase and $500 bonus employees will receive in April 2019 due to last year’s agreement. This is the third agreement reached with a state employee union for Fiscal Year 2020. The administration has previously announced agreements with the Maryland Professional Employees Council and the State Law Enforcement Officers Labor Alliance. Press Release from Office of Gov. Larry Hogan
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Share your Thoughts on ‘A Better Maryland’ Draft Strategies!
You are invited to participate in one of two upcoming online listening sessions for the new state development plan, A Better Maryland. The online sessions are being held Thursday, January 10, at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. In response to Governor Hogan’s executive order in August 2017, The Maryland Department of Planning (Planning) conducted listening sessions in every Maryland county and the City of Baltimore, as well as online, receiving input from residents, elected officials, and local government staff for A Better Maryland. You can check out the feedback by county on our What We’ve Heard page. This past summer, Planning, in partnership with other state agencies and key groups such as the Sustainable Growth Commission, the Maryland Association of Counties, the Maryland Municipal League, and the Maryland Chapter
of the American Planning Association, analyzed the feedback from the listening sessions and developed a series of strategies addressing the following topics: • Tackling the Economic Development Needs of the Next Century • Sustaining the Environment into the Future • Preserving Land • Improving Economic Growth and Development in Existing Communities • Meeting Renewable Energy Goals • Addressing Maryland’s Transportation, Infrastructure, and Technology Challenges and Opportunities • Creating Workforce/Affordable Housing • Building Capacity in Communities • Protecting Historic and Cultural Resources • Creating Quality Places
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• Coordinating State Agencies in Planning Processes • Adapting and Becoming Resilient to Climate Change • Respecting Regional Distinctions • Improving the Delivery of Programs and Services to Local Jurisdictions In a second round of outreach, Planning held 12 additional listening sessions throughout the state in fall of 2018 asking participants to prioritize the draft strategies and maintain the dialogue on how to craft A Better Maryland. If you were unable to attend one of these listening sessions and would like to provide feedback, or if you would just like to provide your input, please join us for one of two online meetings on Thursday, January 10. Register for either or both of the meetings at the links below: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. session: https://at-
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Blotter During the week of December 10 – December 16 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,471 calls for service throughout the community.
Damaged Property: 18-67628 On December 12, 2018 Sgt. Phelps responded to Glouster Drive, North Beach for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised sometime between December 10th at 11:30 PM and December 11th at 2:30 PM an unknown suspect(s) cut one of her Christmas light strands. The Christmas light strand is valued at $10. Damaged Property: 18-67780 On December 12, 2018 Deputy Freeland responded to Algonquin Trail, Lusby for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised around 8:30 PM her glass window pane next to her front door was shot with a BB gun. The value of damaged property is $500. Damaged Property: 18-68013 On December 13, 2018 Deputy Spalding responded to Algonquin Trail, Lusby for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised on December 12th around 8:00 PM the glass to her outer front door was shattered from being shot with a BB gun. A window was also shot, as well as siding on the house. The total value of damaged property is approximately $700. Theft: 18-67246 On December 10, 2018 Deputy Mohler responded to Steve Lane, Dunkirk for the report of a theft. The complainant advised sometime between December 9th at 4:30 PM and December 10th at 11:00 AM an unknown suspect(s) stole her mailbox. The value of stolen property is $70. Theft: 18-67250 On December 10, 2018 Deputy Hardesty responded to the Park and Ride at Silverwood Lane, Prince Frederick for the report of a theft. The complainant advised sometime between 6:10 AM and 5:40 PM an unknown suspect(s) stole his Catalytic Converter from his vehicle. The value of stolen property is approximately $200. Theft: 18-67558 On December 11, 2018 Deputy Deleon responded to Laurel Drive, Lusby for the report of a theft. The complainant advised an unknown suspect walked up to his porch, took a package he had put out for UPS to pick up, and walked away with it. The total value of stolen property is $75.
She believes she set her wallet down and someone else picked it up and left.
Theft: 18-67982 On December 13, 2018 Deputy N. Buckler responded to Silver Fox Way, Chesapeake Beach for the report of a theft. The complainant advised sometime between December 12th at 11:00 PM and December 13th at 8:00 AM an unknown suspect(s) stole $5 in quarters from his vehicle. Theft: 18-68226 On December 14, 2018 Deputy Deleon responded to the Giant in Lusby for the report of an attempted theft. The complainant advised an individual filled a shopping cart with various meat products and attempted to leave the store without paying. After being stopped and questioned, the suspect went to his vehicle and left the scene. The value of meat products in the cart was about $800. Theft: 18-68371 On December 15, 2018 Deputy Lorenzano responded to Bowie Shop Road, Huntingtown for the report of a theft. The complainant advised she was missing several packages delivered from Amazon within the past couple of weeks. The value of stolen property is $237.22.
Theft: 18-67956 On December 13, 2018 Deputy R. Shrawder responded to Gregg Drive, Lusby for the report of a theft. The complainant advised she was shopping at Smile when she went to pay and realized her wallet was missing.
On December 13, 2018 Cpl. Denton conducted a traffic stop on Southern Maryland Boulevard at Cameleer Pass, Huntingtown. A K9 sniff of the vehicle was conducted which resulted in a positive alert. A search of the driver, Brian Lee Lester Jr. (25), revealed a glass
Theft: 18-68527 On December 16, 2018 Deputy Rediker responded to Emmanuel Church Road, Huntingtown for the report of a theft. The complainant advised on December 11th around 11:00 AM an unknown suspect(s) stole a package that was delivered by UPS. The value of stolen property is $100. ARRESTS: On December 10, 2018 Deputy Bradley responded to Cellular Connection in Lusby for the report of a theft. The complainant advised an unknown subject came in the store, removed a space gray 64 GB iPhone Xs and a gold 64 GB iPhone Xs from the display, and fled from the store. On December 12th with the help of detectives from the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, who were also investigating cell phone thefts, the suspect met with officers from Calvert County and turned himself in. Ronald Desman Magruder (27) was placed under arrest
Theft: 18-67686 On December 12, 2018 Deputy Boerum responded to Deer Run Court, Huntingtown for the report of a theft. The complainant advised around 12:45 PM an unknown suspect stole packages off her porch, got into a Saturn Vue and sped away. The total value of stolen items is $575. Theft: 18-67883 On December 13, 2018 Deputy Boerum responded to St. Andrews Drive, Chesapeake Beach for the report of a theft. The complainant advised sometime between 10:00 PM on December 12th and 9:30 AM on December 13th an unknown suspect(s) stole her Kohl’s credit card from her vehicle.
suspected heroin. Keemer was charged with multiple traffic violations, CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and Possession of Contraband in a Place of Confinement.
and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center where he was charged with Theft: $1,500 to Under $25,000. On December 11, 2018 Deputy Rediker responded to the Wawa in Prince Frederick to assist with a traffic stop. Standardized field sobriety tests were conducted and the driver, Randolph Keemer Jr. (44), was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of drugs. Keemer was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. A search of his person revealed a baggie of
smoking device with suspected cocaine residue and Suboxone strips in his wallet. A search of the passenger, Matthew Joseph Hutchinson (28), revealed an orange
tablet in his pocket, a glass smoking device with suspected cocaine residue in his sock, and two hypodermic needles containing suspected heroin. A search of the vehicle revealed Suboxone, Zubsolve, Seroquel, Gabapentin, Oxycodone, heroin residue, cocaine residue and paraphernalia. Lester and Hutchinson were placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center where they were both charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.
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Multiple Injuries Reported in Lusby Crash Units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction Team responded on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at approximately 4:53pm to the area of northbound MD Route 4 and HG Trueman Road for a motor vehicle crash involving two vehicles. The preliminary investigation revealed a 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser operated by Mary Doris Hutchins, 75, of Lusby was attempting to turn left from the southbound lane of MD Route 4 across the northbound lanes onto HG Trueman Road when it was struck in a T-Bone type collision by a 2004 Ford Expedition in the slow lane of northbound route 4. The Ford Expedition was operated by Stacey Erin Giuliano, 40, of Lusby. The Ford Expedition was also occupied by two juveniles. Due to the injuries sustained as a result of the crash, Hutchins was transported by Trooper 7 to PG Shock Trauma Hospital. All three occupants of the Ford Expedition were transported by ambulance to Calvert Health Medical Center. Hutchins is currently listed in critical but stable condition. Driver error and failure to yield right of way by Hutchins is believed to be the
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reason for the crash. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Cpl. Vlad Bortchevsky of the Calvert County Crash Reconstruction Team at 410-535-2800 or by email vlad. bortchevsky@calvertcountymd.gov Press Release from CCSO
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Suspect Arrested in Multiple Thefts A lookout was broadcast on December 19, 2018 for a 4 door black Saturn Vue with tinted windows and a Redskins sticker in the back window. Detective Wayne Wells identified the vehicle as the main suspect vehicle in several thefts of packages at various residences around the county. A thorough investigation by Detective Wells also developed Inga Lee Savoy-Howes (B/F 08/26/1968) and Ashley Marie Howes (W/F 02/23/86) as possible suspects. While off duty, DFC. Bradley Boerum observed the above vehicle turning onto Breezy Point Road in Chesapeake Beach. DFC. Boerum followed the vehicle until the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crime Suppression Unit was able to arrive in the area. DFC. Mohler subsequently located the vehicle, observed traffic violations and conducted a traffic stop on Dares Beach Road at Good Day Market. Both suspects were located in the vehicle. DFC. Childress and his K-9 partner conducted a sniff and was met with a positive alert. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed a controlled dangerous substance. Detective Wayne Wells was able to obtain a confession and responded to an address in Prince Frederick, where several pieces of stolen property was recovered. Both suspects have been charged with the thefts and the illegal drugs. Sheriff Evans stated, “It was the quick
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response by not just one individual or unit, but the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office as a whole that resulted in this case closure.” He added, “Both civilian and sworn personnel involved should be commended for the actions during this investigation.” Citizens are urged to be vigilant for package thefts, especially around the holidays. Keep track of what packages you are expecting, and when you are expecting them. Above all, report anything and everything suspicious. Anyone with any information is urged to call Detective Wayne Wells at 410535-2800 ext. 2595, or email at wayne. wells@calvertcountymd.gov. Press Release from CCSO
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TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR Calvert Marine Museum BUSINESS OWNERS- to Close for Renovations PART 2 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 deduction. With the New Year upon us, now is the time for business owners to maximize their deductions by setting up systems to track them. This is the second of two articles discussing tax deductions for business owners. 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 article. What are the deductions available to business owners? Equipment and Furniture. Computers, printers, desks, other office equipment, all can be deducted by business owners. IRS Publication 587 sets for the procedures used to claim furniture and equipment including he “more than 50% use test”, depreciation and recordkeeping. Office Supplies. Yes, your business cards, printer inks, pens, envelopes and folders are deductible. So is the cost of setting up your website, maintaining your Linked-In or Facebook presence, etc. Your receipts for these purchases are all you need to maintain for backup. Fringe Benefits. Health insurance, dental insurance and related perks may be tax deductible. Health insurance expenses are 100% tax deductible, but are not allowed if you were eligible for your spouse’s health plan. So, if you are a business owner with no other alternatives except to purchase your own health insurance, you can deduct 100% of the cost. Utility Costs. A cell phone or telephone used exclusively for your business is deductible. That includes buying a new cellphone or deducting your regular cellphone or landline bills. That’s an easy one. But, how about if you use the cell or landline for both personal and business purposes? Again, you can apportion the usage if you have some sort of backup. Let’s say you have dropped your landline (as many have) and now rely exclusively on your cellphone for business purposes, and you have a business card that recites your cellphone
number. Hard to argue that the calls you make and receive on that cellphone are not business related. Travel Expenses: Travel expenses including airfare, hotel, train, bus, car rental, even tips to hotel people, are deductible so long as you have receipts for your expenditures. Remember that the costs of multiple trips to Maui for “business” purposes can only be deducted if you can prove the business purposes. Retirement Planning: Legal fees for business planning, retirement planning, business succession planning, and tax planning all can be deducted by the business owner if business related. If you fund your own retirement plan, those funds can be deducted. Educational Materials: Books, magazines, subscriptions to online services, costs of courses taken to improve your business skills, costs of seminars, webinars, etc. all can be deducted if they have an educational purpose. How to Document Your Business Expenses? Your best move is to keep a logbook. Keeping track of all your business expenses in one place makes the most sense. Absent that, try manila folders for each category of deductions—simply throw your receipts into the appropriate folder and tally up at tax time. Of course, there are also online programs to make your task easier. To find out more about deductions, check out the IRS website or any number of other online resources. Remember, if you own a business, you are entitled to take tax deductions related to that business. Make maximum use of these deductions by documenting them. Join me on January 16th at 11am for a free estate planning seminar at my office at 8906 Bay Avenue, North Beach, MD 20714. Just 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 or tax advice. Readers are urged to consult their own counsel.
The Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) will be temporarily shutting its doors, beginning January 1, 2019, for renovations on the Mezzanine level of the Exhibition Hall. Construction to revitalize the museum and expand educational spaces will last through the winter, with doors reopening in March and project completion scheduled for May. The construction project is the second part of a two-phase plan that included the renovation of the Harms Gallery and Lobby in 2014. Goals of Phase II include the creation of two large classrooms for educational programming, a new unisex bathroom, improved handicap access to the exhibit area, and expanded work space for education staff. The new classrooms are an especially exciting addition. Each will have the capacity to hold up to 30 students and the dividing wall separating these rooms will be able to fold down and create one large programming space. The classrooms will also come equipped with sinks, storage, and state-ofthe-art smartboards. “I am very excited about finally getting proper spaces for our Education Department. This is the largest department at the museum, and the one that produces most of the programming. With this renovation, they will have space specially designed for programming, as well as adequate office and storage space,” says CMM Director, Sherrod Sturrock. She adds, “It’s been a long time
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coming, and will help us continue to offer exceptional programming to our visitors.” Since 2005, CMM’s education program attendance has increased by 382%. In addition to school field trips, this includes a wide range of educational opportunities available to children, such as preschool sessions, Homeschool Days, Special Needs Nights, Chesapeake Field Lab experiences, and programming on school holidays. Additionally, the museum offers much for adults, including the Road Scholar program, annual lecture series, and many interest-specific clubs. After the Phase II expansion is complete, CMM will be better suited to continue to serve the community as one of Southern Maryland’s largest education providers. During the closure, CHESPAX field trips will continue to take place offsite and the Patuxent Small Craft Guild will be operating. However, the majority of programming will pause and the museum and Museum Store will be closed to the public until March. A complete list of March events and activities will be available in February. In the meantime, members and non-members alike are encouraged to stay connected with the museum online, through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and CMM’s website: calvertmarinemuseum.com.
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Schools Subject of the Next ‘Big Conversation’
The Big Conversation Partnership for Dismantling Racism & Privilege in Southern Maryland invites the community to attend a panel and small group discussions on the subject of, “Progress and Challenges in Our Schools”. A panel and communitywide civil conversation progress and challenges in the public schools of Southern Maryland will be held on Sunday, January 13, 2-5 p.m. at Patuxent High School, 12485 Southern Connector
The event is being held to provide information and discussion regarding perceived and actual needs and challenges in the public schools of Southern Maryland in regards to: achievement, diversity, equity, teacher recruitment, discipline, student outcomes, workforce & community engagement This event is sponsored by the Big Conversation Partnership for Dismantling Racism & Privilege in Southern Maryland, including: Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Parish, All Saints Episcopal Church, Emmanuel SDA Church, Patuxent Quaker Friends, Calvert County Public Schools, Calvert Library, Calvert County Branch NAACP, St. Mary’s County Branch NAACP, Mediation Centers of Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties. Concerned Black Women of Calvert County, Harriet Elizabeth Brown Scholars For additional information contact The Big Conversation at (410) 326-4948 or by email at bigconmsp@ gmail.com.
oulevard in Lusby. Presenters include: Dr. Daniel Curry, superintendent of CCPS; Dr. Janice Walthour, president St Mary’s Branch NAACP & retired teacher; Guffrie M. Smith, Jr, teacher, & administrator in CCPS for 33 years, seven years with Maryland State Department of Education and other invited representatives of the Southern Maryland community and concerned citizens of Southern Maryland/
CalvertHealth and ChoiceOne Partner New Services Come to Urgent Care Centers CalvertHealth has partnered with ChoiceOne Urgent Care to expand services and hours beginning February 1 at all three of its locations in Dunkirk, Prince Frederick and Solomons. Services will continue at the urgent care centers as they are renovated with a new, updated look. “We are proud to partner with ChoiceOne to help meet the growing healthcare needs of our community and expand the conveniences that so many patients need in their busy lives,” said CalvertHealth President and CEO Dean Teague. He continued, “Through our partnership with ChoiceOne, we are continuing to provide high-quality health care in close coordination with our local Calvert County physicians.” ChoiceOne CEO Butch Marino stated, “This is an exciting opportunity for ChoiceOne and the growing Calvert community as we plan to begin operations in February 2019. This joint venture partnership will allow us to leverage our strengths, expand access to superior patient-centered care and enable us to provide outstanding care coordination.” He went on to add, “CalvertHealth values the patient experience as much as ChoiceOne does, and that is what fundamentally makes this collaboration so valuable.” In addition to CalvertHealth, ChoiceOne has partnered with many other health systems across Maryland and Georgia. All ChoiceOne Urgent Care centers feature private exam rooms, a triage area, and state-of-the-art equipment, including an on-site x-ray facility; all in a new, welcoming environment. ChoiceOne providers diagnose and treat non-lifethreatening illnesses and injuries, such as colds, flu, broken bones, infections, and sprains. ChoiceOne’s expanded services include preoperative evaluations, sports physicals, travel health vaccinations, and occupational health services, including pre-employment physicals, drug testing, and workers’ compensation.
Providers see patients seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., including most holidays. For added convenience, walk-in visits are always welcome or patients can check-in online at www. ChoiceOneUC.com. ChoiceOne accepts most insurance plans and governmental plans. About CalvertHealth CalvertHealth Medical Center is an affiliate of Calvert Health System which provides Southern Maryland patients and their families with convenient access to a wide range of services. Founded in 1919, CalvertHealth Medical Center (CHMC) has grown to become a 74-bed, not-forprofit community hospital offering services across the full continuum of care from acute critical care to rehabilitation to transitional care to home healthcare services. For more information, visit CalvertHealthMedicine.org. About ChoiceOne Urgent Care
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June is a Domestic Shorthair cat. She is approximately 4 years old. She is a sweet and friendly kitty who has been looking for her new home for quite a while. She has been with the Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter since our first day of operations and she is ready to go home. She is friendly with other cats and loves to play with toys. June is spayed, is current on all of her vaccines, and is microchipped. Please consider adopting June. Her adoption fee is waived for qualified adopters. The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter is located at 5055 Hallowing Point Road in Prince Frederick. We are open for adoptions Tuesday through Saturday. For more information about this week’s Pet of the Week or any of our other adoptable pets please check out our website www.calvertcountyanimalshelter.com or give us a call at 410-535-PETS (7387). Please follow us on our Facebook Page @ Calvert County Animal Shelter and Instagram @CalvertCountyAnimalShelter.
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Calvert County Year in Review – 2018 A Look at the First Half, January to June position and recently announced that he was not a candidate for re-election. McConkey, who was formerly a Democrat The Calvert County Times’ second is- when he previously ran for county comsue of 2018 led with a story about school missioner, has switched party affiliation board member Kelly McConkey’s intent to Republican. to run for Calvert County CommisLast year’s news was filled with stories sioner. The second to last issue of the about the late 2016 firing by the county year led with a story about McConkey commissioners of Planning Commisand four others being sworn-in as com- sion Chairman Maurice Lusby and Vice missioner. The meat between those two Chair Michael Phipps. We reported in slices of bread was a year filled with the Jan. 11 issue that Judge James P. news about the local and state elections. Salmon’s ruling of Dec. 21 dashed their That election coverage included some hopes as he dismissed all of their allepersonal attacks, but it was largely filled gations with prejudice. In two separate with campaign issues that also were is- opinions, speaking on various counts alsues deeply imbedded in the fabric of leged by the two petitioners against the the community. They were issues such county commissioners, the judge sided as traffic and transportation, the compre- firmly with the county. hensive plan update and if and where to As the legislature convened, we had put a new county office building. a cover story about Calvert’s own SenLooking over the stories of 2018 is- ate President Mike Miller and also ansue by issue it is also striking how early nounced that Steve Waugh would seek in the year safety in the schools popped re-election in District 29. One would up, well before the incident at Great prevail and one wouldn’t. Mills High School in St. Mary’s County Miller said in the story that his brought Southern Maryland into the na- state-wide clout carried a big respontional spotlight and thrust Calvert into sibility: “My job is to look at the state high gear to address the issue. The year as a whole, including Baltimore City,” was also filled with stories about con- he told a decidedly parochial audicerns from parents, teachers and admin- ence, members of the Calvert County istrators about discipline in the schools. Chamber of Commerce at their anThe following is a month-by-month nual pre-legislative breakfast Jan. 8 account of the first six months of 2018. at the Rod ‘N Reel in Chesapeake The second half will follow next week. Beach. The update of the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan is now in the hands of the county commissioners, but it belonged to the planning commission for 2018. In the Jan. 16 issue we reported: “Members of the Calvert County Planning Commission had some heavy homework over the holidays. They had more than 100 letters to read on more than 400 cumulative topics related to the first draft of the update of the county’s Comprehensive Plan, according to consultant Jacquelyn Seneschal. One of the hottest issues from the letter writler ers was the size of the . Thomas V. “Mike” Mil Senate President Sen proposed new Huntingtown Village. The commission, by a 4-2 vote, eliminated the properties along Cox Road from the village. Residents had feared that would create additional Calvert County Board of Education traffic on Cox Road and at its intersecmember Kelly McConkey filed as a tion with Routes 2/4. The commission candidate for county commissioner in did, however, leave Huntingtown High early January for the 3rd Commissioner School within the village boundaries. District. Commissioner President Evan More than 150 people gathered Jan. 14 Slaughenhoupt, Jr. is currently in that at Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal By Dick Myers
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Parish Hall in Lusby for the third session in the Big Conversation on Race. At the end, one of the organizers, Diane Davies, vowed that the church would be involved in continuing the conversation—with an emphasis throughout the afternoon on each participant’s ability to do so one on one. As proof, committee members are meeting this week to talk about specific means to continue it. Another conversation is planned for next month. How about this for deja-vu. We had a headline in the Jan. 19 issue: “A Government Shutdown Hits Calvert Hard.”
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We led off February with a frontpage feature story about Del. Mark Fisher. The headline said: “Continuing the Quest to Help Small Business,” and talked about his struggles to make it in business and how Maryland is making that job harder. He said doing something about that was made easier by having Gov. Larry Hogan’s leadership. In February we reported on the earlier Calvert County Board of County Commissioners decision to postpone for at least a year the construction of a new clubhouse at the county-owned Chesapeake Hills Golf Course. The decision is now back before them because of what Commissioner President Evan Slaughenhoupt, Jr. describes as “something mother nature has done.” Because of a harsh cold snap, the pipes at the current clubhouse burst, forcing its closing “From the water damage, the clubhouse at Chesapeake Hills is completely unusable,” reported Director of Parks and Recreation Shannon Nazzal. Our front-page story on Feb. 8
screamed with a headline: “Volunteer Shortage Has Leaders Looking To The Future.” The story said, “Now that Calvert County has decided to supplement its volunteer paramedics with paid personnel, officials there say that their problems in providing advanced life support are partially alleviated, but a critical shortage of volunteers for even basic life support (BLS) units continues. Still these officials say that bringing in paid personnel to support BLS is not an issue they feel is a pressing one.” The next issue featured an interview with Interim CSM Prince Fredreick VP Barbara Ives, who said she was “Energized By A Life of Service.” A retired Navy captain and graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Ives can’t remember a time when she wasn’t in some sort of service. “I just like helping people,” Ives, who lives in St. Mary’s County, said. “In the Navy you’re used to serving. It’s almost innate. That’s what I like to do.” In the Feb. 22 issue, we reported, “In an email sent out to families, the school system said, ‘We are deeply saddened by the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Providing for the safety and security of our students and staff has been and will continue to be a top priority for the Calvert County Public School System’.” Things were pretty quiet at Dominion Cove Point Plant as construction continued through the first part of the year. The one potential stumbling block was reported lifted in the same issue: “The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved the controversial request by Dominion Energy to modify approvals to operate its Cove Pont Liquified Natural Gas Facility in Lusby. In a 40page order issued Feb. 6, the PSC stated, “Based on the record, the Commission concludes that modifying the DECP (Dominion Electric Cove Point) CPCN (Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity) in accordance with the findings discussed herein is in the public interest and would not adversely impact public health or cause any violation of federal or state environmental laws and standards.” The proposed county office building at Armory Square in Prince Frederick was the subject of a bond bill request, and Del. Mark Fisher didn’t like it. We reported he was attempting to jettison the request. “I have some concerns about the cost of the project in light of the two recent tax increases,” Fisher told The County Times.
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Our March 1 cover story talked about a Calvert County legend, Margaret Phipps: “It probably could have been scripted when she was a child that one day Margaret Phipps would be Register of Wills of Calvert County. What was far from predictable was that she would hold that job for 40 years.”
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The election kicked into high gear. Three of the sitting members of the Calvert County Board of County Commissioner have filed for re-election – Mike Hart, Tom Hejl and Steve Weems. One late filer is well-known in the county. Tim Hutchins of Prince Frederick filed as a candidate for the 2nd Commissioner District, the seat held by Pat Nutter, who decided not to run again. And the stage was set for one of the year’s most dramatic stories, as St. Mary’s countian Jack Bailey filed his candidacy as a Republican challenger to incumbent Steve Waugh of Calvert. The community meeting on school violence Feb. 21 at the Dunkirk firehouse created ripple effects throughout Calvert County. There was considerable chatter on social media. And one county commissioner has vowed to spend more money to make the schools safer. Commissioner Vice President Tom Hejl, a retired police officer, said he was shocked to hear a student at the meeting say she felt unsafe in school. “No one should ever feel unsafe being in school,” Hejl said. He asked for a commissioner meeting just to discuss school security and he is proposing to his fellow board members that they put up $2 million to address the problem. That proposal is contingent on the school board matching it with their own monies. On March 8 we reported on the House Committee Hearing om the Calvert Bond Bill. An Amendment Put the County Office Back In. Two of the three members of the Calvert County
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House Delegation voted to amend a bill providing additional bond authority for the county to include monies for a new county office building. Delegates Mark Fisher and Michael Jackson had introduced a bill (HB 1354) that removed the monies for the office building. But since then Jackson has changed his mind and sided with Del. Jerry Clark to put the office building in over Del. Fisher’s objections. The Calvert County Board of Library Trustees worked all year to finalize the site for the new Twin Beaches Branch Library, with North Beach and Chesapeake Beach squaring off for the honor. We reported on March 9, “The Calvert County Board of Library Trustees has recommended a site in North Beach for the new Twin Beaches Branch Library. The recommendation was made to the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners BOCC) in a closed session because it involved property acquisition.” The county staff recommended budget was unveiled, with an almost five-percent increase proposed. Of that increased revenue, 77 percent, or $10.8 million will come from the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) from the Dominion Cove Point LNG plant. On March 15 we reported: “This past week was filled with meetings, social media chatter and one-on-one conversations about one topic – school security in Calvert County. There appears to be near universal agreement that something needs to be done in the wake of the school shootings in Florida. There is, however, considerable disagreement on how to accomplish it. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the school board both took steps in the last week to address the issue. At their March 13 meeting, the BOCC voted unanimously to hold a public hearing to use $2 million of their reserve in this fiscal year (hopefully within a month) to begin to address a to-do list supplied by School Superintendent Dr. Daniel Curry. That list is $7.4 million long. But, Commissioner Mike Hart observed the list may not include some of the immediate needs identified by teachers and parents at a March 7 community meeting at the Prince Frederick firehouse called by the ad hoc citizens group Keep Calvert Schools Safe, spearheaded by Chesapeake Church Pastor Rev. Robert Hahn and school board member Kelly McConkey, along with his wife Kim and Lea Crandell. It was noted at one point in the conversation between Hart and Curry at the March 13 meeting, that specific issues at schools should not be addressed in open session. Hart responded, “It’s all
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over Facebook,” referring to the reac- zen to join us in keeping the victims, the tion to the community meeting at which students and the first responders in our problems at schools such as St. Leonard thoughts and prayers.” Elementary were brought up by parents But shortly thereafter the school board and teachers. That school has no class- rejected arming safety officers, one of room doors. the strong suggestions at the earlier pubAt one point at that meeting, Dowell lic meetings, Kelly McConkey made the Elementary School Teacher Dawn Stif- motion to arm the school system’s Safefler asked how many teachers in the au- ty Advocates who have gun permits and dience felt unsafe. Two dozen stood up. are properly trained. Many of the Safety She held up a rubber door stop and said Advocates are retired law enforcement that was the security for the door on her officers. Sheriff Mike Evans has thrown classroom. his support behind the idea to suppleIn that issue we had a headline: ment his five armed officers assigned to “State’s Smallest County has a Big Day.” the schools. “It feels like coming home to me to be School Board Chair Tracy McGuire coming to Southern Maryland,” Gover- called for a second. There was none. nor Larry Hogan said to the delight of McConkey’s reaction on Facebook: “I the crowd shoehorned into the Prince am in shock. As a parent and a school Frederick firehouse on March 12. They board member that this is not being takwere there to attend the governor’s cabi- en seriously by anyone else other than net meeting as part of a day-long visit by me. I’m disgusted to say the least.” representatives of all the departments of In the same March 29 issue, we restate government. ported on Calvert’s Democrats annual That same issue featured an inter- Goldstein dinner. The story said, “Calview with Chesapeake Beach Mayor Pat vert County Democrats have a resolve to Mahoney. He said he was committed to break through the all-Republican county preserving their “small town charm.” He commissioner board in this year’s elecalso talked about his desire for his town tion. And the attendees for the party’s to have the branch library. annual bash at the Rod ‘N Reel in ChesAnd then everything else seemed in- apeake Beach, also vowed to take back consequential with the picture of griev- the state house for Calvert (and the goving students hugging after the tragic ernor’s mansion). And, they are passionshooting at Great Mills High School in ate about taking back the White House which a boy killed his estranged girl- in 2020.” friend and then shot himself. The shooting in Great Mills sent neighboring Calvert County into a higher alert with deputies actively guarding An ongoing regional issue has been school sites. the establishment of a third building at Captain David Payne of the Calvert the Southern Maryland Higher EducaCounty Sheriff’s Office said they sent tion Center for the University of Marytheir Special Operations Unit over to land unmanned systems program. In Great Mills to assist the St. Mary’s our April 5 issue, we reported that Sen. County Sheriff’s Office. With the issue President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller has of school security on everyone’s minds said that the proposed research facility recently, Payne said Sheriff Mike Evans is a project worth supporting but the fidecided when he heard about the shoot- nancial picture just was not right for the ing incident to provide deputies for all University System of Maryland. He said, county schools. “we’ll certainly continue to consider it “We wanted to make sure students again this next fiscal year,” Miller told and staff felt safe.” Payne said. “The The County Times. “It’s a worthy projdeputies would remain in the s cho ol s ect [the third building] and it needs to for perhaps the next week.” The Calvert board of commissioners said they stood in solidarity with leaders in St. Marys’ dealing with the tragedy. “As this incident continues to unfold, we have committed everything we can to provide public safety assistance. In addition, Sheriff Mike Evans has notified us that he is taking action to stage additional deputies at schools in Calvert County effective immediately,” the board’s statement read. “We stand hand in hand with our St. Mary’s County neighbors and friends and Southern Maryland Ag ricultural Development will provide any and all Commission Executive Director Shelby Watso nHampton. support and resources they may require today and in the following days. We ask every Calvert County citi-
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happen.” The front-page story was about a family attempting to seek release from jail for their brother and son who was sentenced to 40 years for what his lawyer called “a 15-Year Crime.” The family of Alfred Lee Brown will seek a gubernatorial pardon for him later this year. Spring is in the air, but the annual rite of spring for Calvert seemed doomed this year. The annual spring opening of the Tiki Bar, which yearly drew thousands for the weekend bash will not be held this year. And the famous bar remains shuttered. The bar was not reopened because of the death of its owner Terry Clarke, 54, and the decision by his heirs that they did not want to operate the bar. That decision has led to the family putting the bar up for sale. School safety was back in the news. The Calvert County School Board talked about it at meetings on consecutive days, April 11 and 12. The April 11 special meeting was devoted exclusively to the issue. At the regular April 12 meeting they got a progress report on safety measures from Director of School Construction Shuchita Warner. School Board President Tracy McGuire said the special meeting was called because of the criticism of the board for failing to discuss a motion by member Kelly McConkey to arm school safety advocates, who are school system employees. The special meeting was attended by four of the five board members – member Bill Phalen is recovering from broken ribs suffered in an accident. At the conclusion of the more than two-and-a-half-hour meeting that featured 19 speakers from the audience, many of whom supported arming the safety advocates, all but McConkey still opposed that approach. The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) had a dilemma that manty people would like to have – “What to Do with $1.8 Million?” That’s the amount of money that has been earmarked by the Maryland Tobacco Restitution Fund for SMADC, an arm of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland. The money was originally intended to be used to construct a meat processing facility. That project has stalled. A Request for Proposals (RFP) was put out for the meat processing facility. According to SMADC Director Shelby Watson-Hampton, the bids were deemed not acceptable. The problem with the idea is that SMADC can’t own land nor can they operate a business. It required a third party to become involved. The Calvert County Planning Commission made some key decisions that will be incorporated in the second draft of the Comprehensive Plan update. The decisions were made at the commission’s April 18 meeting at the suggestion of Director of Planning Mark Willis. Willis reported to the commission that he had originally intended to present the consultant’s second draft at that meeting, but he wanted to make sure that the commission was on board with several of the issues that have been a conversa-
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tion thread throughout the process that has been going on for almost two years. Perhaps the most significant change made at the meeting was the shrinking of the proposed size of the Prince Frederick Town Center. Willis noted that the town center’s size was one of the most controversial issues in the process. Community activists insisted throughout the year that a transportation plan was needed before the comprehensive plan was completed. The planning commission voted to request the county commissioners provide funding for an updated transportation plan. The decision came at the commission’s April 18 meeting after a request from Director of Planning and Zoning Mark Willis. Also, the planning commission decided, on a split vote, to require chain stores to continue to be subjected to the county’s architectural review process. The chain stores had been exempted in an original proposal to revise the process in the town centers. The commission on a 4-3 vote, with Chair Carolyn McHugh breaking the tie, decided to take that decision and several others to a joint public hearing with the county commissioners. With the legislative session over, the county delegation touted bipartisanship at a Chamber of Commerce Breakfast. The word was “comity.” That’s how Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller (D: Calvert) described the 2018 Maryland General Assembly. Not “comedy,” he quickly added. The word is defined as “civility” or “mutual respect.” Or as he told the attendees -- “people getting along.”
May 2018
In our May 3 issue, we reported on the first of several school board public forum criticisms of discipline in the schools. The county’s teachers say the school system’s Code of Conduct policy isn’t being administered consistently. Calvert Education Association (CEA) President Dona Ostenso told the school board at its April 26 meeting, “Our members do not feel the Code of Student Conduct is followed because we do not believe the level of response is consistently followed in all schools.” In the same issue, the feud between Gov. Hogan and Sen. Steve Waugh boiled over. Hogan claimed the incumbent from Dist. 29 failed to act to prevent the removal of $28.4 million from the budget that was programmed for the new research building at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center. Hogan spoke at the fundraiser for Jack Bailey, who is running against Waugh, in Bushwood April 27 that was attended by hundreds of people from the local business and political communities. Our feature story in that issue was about a rescue puppy who became a national champion. It was a story about a Calvert County woman’s bond with her dog. Chrissy Joy of Lusby rescued Beasley from a humane group. She was seeking companionship
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in a down time in her life. She could not have predicted that she was bringing a super dog into her life. It would be hard to find an issue in Calvert County with near universal agreement, but opposition to the idea of a Bay Crossing in the county could be it. Members of the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) made a foray May 8 into what could be considered enemy territory. Normally Southern Maryland likes to see visits from stare officials, particularly when they come bringing Chamber of C money. But, this time the ommerce CEO Bob Carpenter subject was something that doesn’t sit very well with most area residents – a second Chesapeake Bay crossing in their backyard. The state agency that owns and operates (with toll revenue) year at the existing bay bridge is embarking on the same date, time and place. a study of the need for a second cross- He said it appeared the party was more ing, and everything is on the table as to interested in stare and national issues where that would be if it is determined than local ones. Because the budget hearing required a second bridge is needed, including in a quorum, and since three of the five Southern Maryland. It was not well reRepublican commissioners are running ceived at a meeting in May. for reelection, it required one of them to In the May 10 issue we reported , forgo at least part of the forum to be at “The Calvert County Board of County the budget hearing. Commissioner Steve Commissioners (BOCC) has proposed a Weems, last year’s Republican Man of property tax rate reduction for the next the Year, volunteered. fiscal year that begins July 1. The proOn May 17, we reported that North posal will be presented at the county’s Beach won round two of the library budget hearing May 22 at 7 p.m. at sweepstakes, but its deal involved a land Calvert Pines Senior Center in Prince swap. Long-time North Beach Mayor Frederick. Mark Frazer calls it one of his “most sigThe commissioners increased the nificant achievements.” The mayor, who property tax rate two years ago. “It was is retiring at the end of his term later this an absolute necessity what we did,” year, was talking about securing the deal Commissioner Vice President Tom Hejl that led to the Calvert County Board said at the May 1 BOCC meeting. of Library Trustees selecting his town The proposal is to give back 25 peras the site for the new Twin Beaches cent of the tax increase to the taxpayers. The current tax rate of $.952 per as- Branch Library. Also in the same issue we reported: sessed $100 would be reduced to $.937 “Planning Commission Elects New or a $.015 per assessed $100 decrease. Chairman.,” Chair Carolyn McHugh was The proposal would reduce county term limited. So, when time came for the revenues by $1,862,000, according to annual vote for chairman at the commisDirector of he Department of Finance sion’s May 16 meeting, Vice chairman, and Budget Tim Hayden. Gregory Kernan was elected to lead the In the same issue we did a profile on commission for the next year. Member Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Steve Jones was elected vice chairman. head Bob Carpenter, who was conThere was sad news in the May 31 iscluding his first year. The issue talked sue with the report of the loss of North about the county’s Business AppreciaBeach EMT Pat Osburn, who died while tion Week. In the next issue we talked on a call. about the tour of 15 businesses and spotIn that issue, the headline said. “Patuxlighted the county’s Economic Develent-Appeal Student Conduct Called ‘Out opment Department headed by Kelley of Control’.” For the second month in a Robertson-Slagle. row the Calvert County Board of EducaWith the primary election looming, tion got an earful about student conduct several forums for county commissioner and the discipline being meted out to and sheriff candidates were scheduled. curb bad behavior. At the board’s May An unfortunate scheduling conflict 24 meeting, a half dozen parents and pitted one of those GOP forums against teachers at Patuxent-Appeal Campus the county’s budget meeting,. The co(PAC) in Lusby took their turns at the nundrum drew a sharp rebuke from one microphone during the meeting’s public of the party’s most visible members, Commissioner President Evan Slaughen- comment section. “The children’s behavior has gotten houpt, Jr., who is not seeking re-election worse every year to the point of being out He. said at the budget hearing at Calvert of control,” said parent Robert Clauser.” Pines Senior Center that it is held every
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This time of the year of 2018 was special for Washington Capitals fans as their beloved team was making a run for the Stanley Cup. Dave “Spiggy” Spigler, who is more known as a Redskins rooter, is also a Caps fan and he talked about that in advance of the eventual victory.
June 2018
The Commissioners made it official in their last meeting in May, approving their budget, and lowering the tax rate. The commissioners unanimously adopted their Fiscal Year 2019 balanced budget of $297,516,132 that includes a property tax rate decrease of $0.015, from $0.952 to $0.937 per assessed $100. The first issue in June included a Voter’s Guide, with interviews with the candidates that had occurred the week before. The next issue would include The County Trines endorsements. That same issue reported , “The update of the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan, a process dubbed Calvert 2040, is ready for a second look. The Calvert County Planning Commission received the second draft of the plan at a May 30 special meeting. Instead of taking any further actions they decided to hold three “open houses” in the north, central and south areas to give the public a chance to absorb what is being proposed. The decision to slow the process was met with a round of applause from the pubic attending the special meeting at the Calvert Pines Senior Center in Prince Frederick. The primary was just two weeks away, and our front-page feature was about Ella Ennis, Republican Central Committee chair who was the leader in turning the GOP into the county’s majority party. Things started to go the GOP’s way in 2012. In October, the GOP had regained the lead that they had held briefly in the first decade of the 21st century. The Republican lead was by a thin margin of 157 registered voters. The margin has been steadily widening ever since: 255 in March of 2014 – 943; in December of 2014 -- 1,057; in June of 2015 -- 2,171; In April of 2016 -- 2.171533; in March of 2017 – 2,538; and then a 3.449 margin on June 1 of this year. In our June 17 issue we told you about the 31st Bernie Fowler wade-in. Every year on the second Sunday in June, Bernie Fowler, his family and friends and citizens interested in saving Fowler’s beloved Patuxent River gather and join him in wading into the river. The result is known as “Bernie measure,” an unscientific but nonetheless pertinent indicator of river quality. Fowler is a former Calvert County commissioner and state senator who has dedicated his life to cleaning up the river he grew up on at Broomes Island. Fowler, 94, was joined once again by family, friends and supporters for the 31st wade-in June 10 at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum. One of those family members was especially on Fowl-
er’s mind. His wife of 68 years, Betty, has been ill and wasn’t expected to attend. But with the help of family she “left her sick bed to come down here,” Bernie said. She came to support her husband and all of those who have supported his mission. Our feature story in the issue before the election highlighted the work of the Calvert County League of Women Voters of Calvert County: “Bipartisan and Political for More Than 50 Years.” School discipline was back in the news. Parent John Blevins of St. Leonard approached the podium at the June 14 Calvert County Board of Education meeting. He told the board, “My daughter attended Southern Middle School this year and in one of her classes there was a kid who threw desks, ran around in and out of class, slammed a young lady up against a locker, threatened to slit a person’s throat, cursed and tackled teachers and administrators, blasted music in the middle of class, made pejorative and racist comments to teachers, made perverted and sexually explicit comments to my daughter and others, removed food from the trash and threw it at other students, messed up and tore papers from students and teachers desks, stole from the teacher and other students and much more. Administrators at Southern Middle ignored the misbehavior and threats and allowed the behavior to continue all
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year with no real repercussions for the student involved.” We also reported that a regional Amish slaughterhouse was now under construction, for several years the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) an arm of the Tri-County Council, has been trying to decide how to solve the problem. They have a million dollars in hand to use for a solution and there have been numerous furtive attempts at addressing it. The idea of the commission building and operating the slaughterhouse was eliminated as not part of their charter. Then the proposal to establish a cooperative to build and run it was also deemed
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unfeasible as was the setting up a drop “Instead, McHugh recommended, and off and pick-up point locally for the dis- the commission agreed, to a series of tant processors to use was viewed as un- three open houses for the public to review realistic for health permitting reasons. the plan. That process has come under While all iterations were reeling out, heavy criticism for not being properly several men in the Amish community advertised. The open were proceeding on their own to build the slaughterhouse. At the June 14 TriCounty Council meeting, SMADC Executive Director Shelby Watson-Hampton touted the Amish business as the immediate solution to the problem. The final issue of June reported on the defeat of two incumbents. Perhaps the biggest story of the election was the defeat of incumbent Republican county commissioner Tom Hejl. The retired state trooper and former assistant sheriff was bested by incumbent Steve Weems and election ddy Hance on primary former Maryland Secretary Steve Weems and Bu night of Agriculture Earl “Buddy” Hance. Hance was the leading vote getter, with 35.4 percent, followed by Weeks with 30 percent. Hejl garnered 19.4 percent. Hejl was criticized during houses the election for supporting the property were announced on a Friday for the foltax rate increase two years ago and for lowing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesh i s abrasive style. day. That timing afforded The County The other major story line Times no opportunity to announce them was in the Maryland Senate to our readers. District 29 GOP race, where “McHugh was critical of that short incumbent Steve Waugh was notice at the June 20 planning commisdefeated in an attempt for sion meeting. “I think I understand the a second term. St. Mary’s annoyance the public felt about the little County resident Jack Bailey, a time the public was given,” she said. retired Maryland Natural Re“The motion to begin the chapter-bysources Police officer, with an chapter scrutiny passed by a 5-2 vote, endorsement from Gov. Larry with Vice Chairman Steve Jones and Hogan in his hip pocket, best- member Richard Holler opposing.” ed Waugh with 55.2 percent Meanwhile, then headline said: “Citiof the vote. zen Concerns Persist on Plan’s Second Waugh won in Calvert, but Daft.” A deep rift exists between the preBailey easily overcame that senters of the plan (the consultants and with his St. Mary’s totals. He county staff) and some citizen activists. will face Democrat Thomas The group called Keep Calvert CounBrewer of Great mills in the try, whose leadership includes former general election, so no mat- planning office staffers, says the draft is ter who wins the seat will flawed on several counts. revert to St. Mary’s as it had Position papers about those concerns been historically with Roy by former planning Director Greg BowDyson fir four terms. en and former planner Marian Gholl can That issue also reported: be found on the Keep Calvert Country “The Calvert County Plan- website. Bowen led a community meetning Commission has voted ing on the plan sponsored by Keep Calto begin a chapter-by-chapter review of vert Country on June 21 at Calvert High the second draft of the update of the School. county’s comprehensive plan. The deBowen said one of the takeaways for cision will significantly slow down the attendees of the meeting was: “Our curprocess that some community activists rent and future traffic are still not adhad contended was going too fast. dressed in the 2nd draft. This is e biggest “Director of Planning Mark Willis quality of life issue that county citizens several weeks ago had offered the plan- face.” ners the option of circulating the draft The second half of the year will apto state agencies, beginning a 60-day pear in next week’s issue. clock that would lead to a joint public hearing with the county commissioners dickmyers@countytimes.net on the plan. Planning commission member Carolyn McHugh, who had been the chairperson throughout the entire update process, insisted the commission wasn’t ready for that step.
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Northern High School Calendar Adjusted Getting Ready for the New Building
A Law Firm Of Inspiration By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Wrioter
Another year in recorded time is nearly in the books. Unreal. Are we great again? Or at least better than we were? More tolerant? Appreciative? How do we feel about our government? International relations? National security? Fundamentally, are we closer to the nation we want to be…or should be? Does that great concept expressed in our Declaration and codified in our Constitution remain elusive or an end state we are steadily marching towards? Lots of questions there. The guess is they produced many different answers. That’s democracy – messy, passionate and diverse in thought. At the height of discord, though, there must be mindfulness of our ever-binding ideals and an absolute, unwavering respect for the pillars of our nation – which is a fancy way of saying we’re all on the same team and in pursuit of vastly similar goals. Some of that important perspective was lost in 2018, I think, individually and certainly at a leadership level. How to reset then (at least personally)? Another good question, my loyal readers. Thumbing through 2018’s “Views”, it seems your friendly neighborhood sports writer was struggling mightily with that daunting question throughout the year. The easy answer: just always be cognizant of our shared goals and love of country. But given human tendencies to be short-sighted and impulsive, a little additional inspiration can’t hurt - and I found some from the world of sports, of course, via the “law firm” of Gordon, Gleason and Alexander. “Gordon” is one Josh Gordon, the former New England Patriot, who announced last week that he was taking a leave of absence from football to focus on his mental health and was subsequently suspended indefinitely by the NFL for violating the terms of his prior reinstatement. “Gleason” is Steve Gleason, a former member of the New Orleans Saints who was diagnosed with ALS in 2011. “Alexander” refers to Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander who was just announced as the team’s Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for the second consecutive year. How to stitch this together into something useful for 2019? More questions. Here it goes… On the surface, Josh Gordon appears to have it all – big, physical and ubertalented. He’s the physical mold for an NFL wide receiver. But Gordon has struggled for years with his mental health. I was hopeful that his trade from Cleveland earlier this year would give him fresh start in New England. If it was only that easy… Gleason was recently awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, which is, along with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award. In his acceptance letter, he noted that his ALS battle has entered its eighth “season”, matching the length of his NFL career. Gleason also noted another parallel between his football career and life with ALS – the good fortune to have a strong “team” of supporters around him. Alexander…where to start with this guy? An undrafted free agent, Alexander bounced across three teams before finally making his debut with Washington. He spent time as an offensive lineman, a defensive lineman, a special teams dynamo and, ultimately and in his thirties, a Pro Bowl linebacker (no, that’s not a joke). Through it all, he’s been an endless source of positivity and do-good-ery, as those back-to-back Walter Payton Man of the Year nominations attest. Alexander is simply one of the best dudes in professional sports…or the planet. Collectively, there is much to be learned and applied from this “law firm” in 2019. In Gordon, we are reminded that the surface rarely tells the story and that every one of us is struggling with something life has dropped on our doorstep; so be gentle, patient and kind with fellow humans. In Gleason, we see the power of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity and also the humble admission that no mountain is climbed alone. And finally, there’s Alexander. His challenge is simple but perfect for the holiday season: Find a way to give back and, to steal a lyric from Diana Ross, “Make this world a better place, if you can.” To you and yours, a happy and healthy 2019. Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com
Northern High School in Owings will close for students on December 21 and January 2. Staff will use these two days to relocate to the newly constructed building. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, superintendent, said, “We also adjusted the student calendar when Calvert High relocated and when the buildings at Patuxent Appeal Elementary were reconfigured. Closing school for students for two days will provide time for staff to prepare the new facility and be ready when students return on January 3.” The schedule change has been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. Students will not be required to make up the two days. Contractors and school system staff
are doing the final work in the new facility. Computer technicians have begun installing equipment. New furniture has been delivered and will soon be placed in classrooms. An energy dashboard in the front lobby highlights the green features of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certified building, such as a geothermal heating and cooling system, energy conserving LED lighting and an Energy Star roof. The new building includes an athletic complex with a main gym, auxiliary gym, weight room and wrestling room, all branded with red and blue Patriot colors. The second phase will include demolition of the old school and construction of the administrative offices, plus an addition to the Mary Harrison Cultural Arts Center. New bleachers and a press box will be installed in the stadium, and a new concession stand will be part of the administration building. The bus loop will also be redesigned to separate car and bus traffic, and additional parking will be provided in the front parking lot. Press Release from CCPS
Mt. Harmony Named Blue Ribbon School
Mt. Harmony Elementary is one of six schools selected as a Maryland Blue Ribbon School by the Maryland State Department of Education. The selection, announced today at the State House by Governor Larry Hogan, is based on rigorous state and national requirements for high achievement and significant improvement. Superintendent Dr. Daniel D. Curry said, “We are proud of Mt. Harmony, our newest Blue Ribbon School. Congratulations to the hard working and caring staff, students and community.” The Mt. Harmony Elementary School staff encourages all students to give their best, love to learn, and strive for excellence. The recent 5-star rating received by the school on Maryland’s 2018 School Report Card validates the efforts and dedication of the staff, students, families, and community members. The traditionally high-performing school focuses on rigorous academics, social emotional learning, community involvement, and fostering kindness among students. The schools will be invited by the U.S. Department of Education to apply to be
National Blue Ribbon Schools. With underwriting and gift sponsors, each school will receive a Maryland Blue Ribbon Flag, a monetary prize, $1000 in office supplies, interactive technology equipment, and a school Congratulations Party. A dinner in Annapolis will be held in honor of the winning schools on March 11, 2019. On that date, each Blue Ribbon School will be honored by the Maryland House of Delegates and the Senate. Rep. Steny Hoyer (D: 5th District) issued the following statement on the announcement for Mt. Harmony: “I join in congratulating Mount Harmony Elementary School on this important achievement,. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the faculty, teachers, students, and parents at Mount Harmony. Ensuring our students have the education and skills they need to succeed is vitally important for our communities, and I applaud each of the six schools in our state that were recognized with this award.” Press Releases from CCPS and Office of Rep. Steny Hoyer
Obituaries
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Thursday, December 27, 2018
In Remembrance Shelva Jean Ogden
Shelva Jean Hutchins Chapman Ogden, was sweetly reunited with her Heavenly Father, family and friends on December 17, 2018. Mama was the final of five precious lives born to Maurice & Hazel Hutchins, on September 22, 1940, in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Her beloved parents, brothers and sisters, Eileen Matteson, Wilmer Hutchins, Dolores Hutchins (Cushie), Chester Hutchins (Prettyboy), are finally rejoicing together, once again. Shelva Jean Hutchins graduated from Southern High School in 1958. With truly great anticipation, she adored and married, Charles W. Chapman, but far too soon for all of us, he went home to his Heavenly Father (1970). Their love blessed them with four children, Patricia Dowell, Duane Chapman, Theresa Pirner and Sheila Childers. Mama often and joyfully celebrated the life of each of her 8 dearly loved grandchildren, Kristi Pavis, Daren Pirner, Charles (Bunky) Thomas, III, Jenalyn Ferdig Daniel Ferdig, Gregory Pirner, Jeana Ferdig, Sarah Weems & Susan Childers and all 7 of her greatgrandchildren were the final flowers in her bouquet; Dylan Chapman, Caleb Simmons, Jayla Morita, Ever-
ett Pirner, Ethan Pavis, Teraya Johnson and Nathan Pavis. She was predeceased in 1985 by her granddaughter, Jenalyn Ferdig. Page Ogden married Shelva and for the past 46 years, they made their home and life together in Western Shores Estates, Port Republic Maryland. Page showed great courage, lending assistance to Mama raising four children and for this, he will always be loved and respected. We could tell you of her many accomplishments, how loved and greatly enjoyed her company was by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing her, and how downright funny she could be because she loved to laugh, but nothing she owned, no place she went and not one thing she did was more important to her than her furry companion, Sully and the exceeding blessing of her family, except Jesus (of course). Her love for Jesus exceeded all, as she positively knew and trusted Him as her All In All and would be so happy to know that you have done the same! Our hearts and lives will not be the same without her. Till then, sweet Mama, till then. The family will receive friends on Friday December 21, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, Maryland Republic, MD. A funeral service will be held on Saturday December 22, 2018, 11 AM at Full Gospel Assembly of God Church in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Interment will follow in Asbury Cemetery, Barstow, MD.
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School in Baltimore, MD. She moved from Baltimore in 1984 to Calvert Co. and eventually became the Senior Center Director for the Charles County Government. She loved to travel and spend time with her family. Marjorie is survived by her husband James Robert “Jim” Carberry of Lusby, MD; children, Michael Vogel of Baltimore, MD, James A. Carberry of New Windsor, MD, Robert Carberry of Hampstead, MD and Stacey Andersen of Berlin, MD; sister, Karen Shannon of Manchester, PA; Twelve Grandchildren and One Great Grandchild. She was preceded in death by her sons, Tom Vogel and Richard Vogel. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 3:00 pm for a Celebration of Life at the American Legion Post 274, Lusby, MD. Inurnment will take place on January 5, 2018 in Gardens of Faith Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Baltimore, MD.
Marjorie Elizabeth Williams
Marjorie Lynn Carberry Marjorie Lynn Carberry, 71 of Lusby, MD, formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away on December 19, 2018 in Washington, DC. She was born of September 8, 1947 in Baltimore, MD to the late Sarah and John Harroll. She was the loving wife to Jim Carberry whom she married on June 17, 1984 in Baltimore, MD. Marjorie attended Overlea High
Marjorie Elizabeth Williams, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus
Christ on December 19, 2018. Marjorie was born in Washington, DC on November 23, 1938 to Charles and Margie Thaxton. Marjorie grew up in DC, going to school at St. Peter’s Catholic School. She enjoyed exploring the city, roller skating and singing in the school choir. She married her beloved husband, Robert Leroy Williams, Sr. on May 14, 1953. They had 5 children; Robert Leroy Williams, Jr., wife Terry, Sandra Lee Woodford, husband, Jack, Sherry Jean Fazzolari, Donald Alan Williams, wife Tess, and Cindy Marie Eisenman, husband Steven. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Marjorie was a mother who was very involved with her children. She volunteered with the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Sandette Majorette Group, and school activities. She enjoyed taking her children fishing and crabbing. After her husband’s death and her children had grown, Marjorie attended Southern Maryland Community College and received her degree in Nursing. She worked at Southern Maryland Hospital, Calvert Nursing Home and Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. She also worked as a Hospice Nurse and did private care. Marjorie loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She was a faithful servant and taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for many years. She served on the Altar Guild and for many years was the Coordinator of the Communion Stewards. Marjorie’s greatest joy was singing in the Church Choir. She was a member of the Chancel Choir for over 50 years. Marjorie also sang with several other groups, the VA Medical Group, the Patuxent Pearls and the Variety Singers. There will be a Celebration of Life Service for Marjorie in January at Trinity United Methodist Church, located in Prince Frederick, Maryland. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church.
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UPCOMING
Winter Adventures Overnight Flag Ponds Nature Park, Lusby Explore the woods and the beach following a sense of adventure. Night walk in the quiet winter woods. Indoor and outdoor activities. Dinner, breakfast and snacks. For ages 8-10. Overnight Saturday and Sunday, January 12 and 13. 9:00am– 9:00am. $40/child. Register online: www. calvertparks.org. 410-535-5327.
ONGOING
Bayside History Museum 4025 4th St. & Dayton Ave., North Beach 1:00 – 4:00 PM, Sat. & Sun. Visit the Chesapeake Beach Amusement Park, North Beach Fire Department history, natural history of the Chesapeake Bay region and the War of 1812. Free. Annmarie Garden in Lights Dowell Road, Solomons Through January 1 A magical holiday light experience that takes visitors on a beautiful walk through the glittering woods. $7 ages 3 and up. Hardesty Holiday Cafe open nightly! Gift Shop & Ornament Show open nightly! 410-326-4640. Entertainment schedule: www.annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/ content/garden-lights-magical-light-show Calvert County Courthouse Greening Courthouse Square, Main & Church Streets, Prince Frederick Through January 1
Visit Linden, and Boyd’s King Park and enjoy the festive decorations of the holiday season! Winter Wonderland calvART Gallery, Prince Frederick Shopping Center Through January 7, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Art for the Holiday Season. Twinkling small wonders at affordable prices. Jewelry, paintings, photographs, ceramics and glass pieces. 410-535-9252. www. calvertarts.org
Friday, December 28
New Year’s With the Lighthouse Keeper Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Take a step back in time and visit Mrs. Goeshy, the keeper’s wife at the Drum Point Lighthouse. Play period games and help decorate the lighthouse for the New Year! Check the daily events schedule at the museum desk for special tour times. Free with museum admission. 410-3262042. Calvertmarinemuseum.com Salisbury Steak Dinner American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach 5:30 – 7:00 PM In the lower-level dining room. $12 includes all the trimmings and a beverage. Public welcome. 410-257-9878. www. ALpost206.org
Wishing our readers a happy & healthy New Year! Calvert
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Saturday, December 29
Mickey Cashman in Concert Mt. Harmony UMC, Owings 2:00 – 4:00 PM This young vocalist from Chesapeake Beach will perform to help fund his trip to Australia. He has been selected to perform in August at the Sydney Opera House with the Young Adult Honors Choir. Donations suggested. RSVP: 443-714-4639. Motown Night American Legion Post 206, Chesapeake Beach 8:00 PM – Midnight What’s your favorite tune? A night with music by DJ Stephen Varney hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206. $10 at the door; includes draft beer and sodas. Tickets at the door. Public warmly welcomed. 410-2579878. www.ALPost206.org
Sunday, December 30
Lessons & Carols Service Middleham & St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 10210 HG Trueman Road, Lusby 9:30 - 10:30 AM Joint Service—Smith Hall in the Parish Hall All are welcome.
Monday, December 31
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Members Only on New Year’s Eve Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM The museum is open exclusively for CMM members. 410-326-2042. Calvertmarinemuseum. com Members Only NOON Year’s Eve Party Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM In the Harms Gallery! Make a party hat, New Year’s Wish Ornament, and join the dance party with our otter mascot. Toast in the NOON Year with sparkling ginger ale and fishy snacks when the ball drops at high noon. Family program for ages 4 and older. The museum is closed to the public. 410-326-2042. Calvertmarinemuseum.com Family Game Night Annmarie Garden, Dowell Road, Solomons 6:00 – 9:00 PM Enjoy a variety of family-friendly games! Included with price of light show admission. 410-326-4640. www.annmariegarden.org
Tuesday, January 1
New Year’s Day
Polar Bear Plunge North Beach 1:00 PM Guaranteed to be a COOL EVENT— mild or cold; sun, cloud, rain or SNOW! Register at the Welcome Center: $25, blank certificate and plunge t-shirt. No fee to plunge, receive blank certificate. Must SIGN a WAIVER to plunge. Spectators are welcome free. 301-855-6681. Pet Night @ Annmarie Garden In Lights! Annmarie Garden, Dowell Road, Solomons 6:00 – 9:00 PM Bring your well-behaved pet for the last night of our holiday light show! Must be on a leash 6’ or shorter. Special organizations and vendors will be joining us for the evening! 410-326-4640. www.annmariegarden.org Bingo North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept., Chesapeake Beach 7:30 PM Doors open at 5:00. $1,000 jackpot. $8/person. Food and drink for purchase. 301-855-0520.
Wednesday, January 2
Calvert County Public Schools Reopen Holiday – Winter Recess is over. Schools and offices resume.
Thursday, December 27, 2018
Events
For more information & to register for events visit http://calvertlibrary.info
Thursday, December 27
JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:003:00pm. Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Friday, December 28
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 301-855-1862.
Saturday, December 29
On the Go - ZooLights at the National Zoo. 5:00-9:00pm. Charter bus leaves Sunderland Park ‘n Ride promptly at 5pm for ZooLights at the National Zoo in Washington, DC. More than 500,000 lights transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland with live music performances and tasty winter treats for purchase. Admission to the zoo is free. $15 bus fee must be paid in cash or check when registering at any Calvert Library. Sorry, no refunds. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Monday, December 31
Count Down to Noon Year’s Eve! 11:15-12:00pm. Get ready to make some noise for the New Year! Ring in 2019 with stories, activities and more. It’ll all end with a big countdown to 12 o’clocknoon, that is- and an apple juice toast! Fancy attire optional. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-2572411. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
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Green Crafting. 2:00-4:00pm. Make crafts out of materials that would typically be thrown out. Crocheting, needlework, sewing, and simple tying techniques will be used. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Thursday, Janaury 3
Résumé and Cover Letter Workshop. 1:00-3:00pm. Need help with your résumé? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong résumé and cover letter. If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. One printed copy helps. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Green Crafting. 6:00-8:30pm. Make crafts out of materials that would typically be thrown out. Crocheting, needlework, sewing and simple tying techniques will be used. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Teen Movie Club! Leave No Trace. 6:00-8:00pm. Watch a cool movie, hang out with your friends! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Code Name 3.6. 6:30-7:30pm. For 3rd6th grade eyes only! 3rd – 6th grade students are invited to this series of events which uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading! Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack will be provided. Please register. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411.
Friday, Janaury 4
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 301-855-1862.
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Center Closing
The Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed Monday, December 31 and Tuesday, January 1 for New Year’s. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.
Looking Ahead to 2019!
The Office on Aging wishes everyone a healthy and prosperous 2019! As we look ahead, we are excited to continue to offer many of the quality services you have come to expect from our staff, such as: nutritious meals, fitness classes and facilities, tax assistance, caregiver services, counseling and assistance for social service needs, advocacy for senior loved ones, fun day trips, art classes, educational programs, along with many other services. We look forward to working with you.
Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)
MEAP assists eligible individuals and families with a one-timeper-year grant to help pay heating and electric bills. Grants are usually applied to account beginning in December. You must be income-eligible to apply. Appointment are being scheduled at each of the senior centers. If eligible, please be prepared to provide the following for every person in the home: proof of all monthly income, a social security card, and a photo identification card. You will also need a current heating bill,
electric bill, and lease (if renting). For more information, call: Calvert Pines Senior Center: 410-535-4606; North Beach Senior Center: 410257-2549; Southern Pines Senior Center: 410-586-2748.
Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)
Make decorative wreaths, flower baskets and much more with Crafts with Rosemary, Wednesday January 2, 9 a.m. New class! Acrylic Painting will begin on Thursday, January 10, 9 a.m. Instructor is Suzanne Shelden. $10 per class.
North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)
A Living Well with Diabetes class will begin on Monday, January 2, 1 p.m. This free class will help you manage your condition. Call 410535-5400, ext. 459 to register. New class! Acrylic Painting on the first Thursday of each month, 9 a.m. $10 per class. Instructor: Suzanne Shelden.
Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)
If you are a beginner or expert, join us for Pour-a-Pot, Thursday, January 3, 10:30 a.m. Make a beautiful work of art! Fee: $2. Pre-registration required. Meet Calvert Health physical trainer, Theresa Moran and get a free individualized plan on Free Fitness Friday, Friday, January 4, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Eating Together Menu Monday, December 31
Closed for New Year’s Eve. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.
Tuesday, January 1
Closed for New Year’s Eve. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.
Wednesday, January 2
Baked Ham, Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Tomato Wedge Salad, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit Cup
Thursday, January 3
Spinach Baked Fish, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Peaches
Friday, January 4
Fried Liver & Onions, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Pineapple
Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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