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Help Shape Calvert Libraries Please consider joining with other members of the business community to help shape the future of Calvert Libraries. As a stakeholder in the business community and in the future of Calvert County, I hope you will be able to join Calvert Library's Facilities Master Plan consultant on Wednesday, March 1 from 8:30-9:30 am at the Calvert Chamber of Commerce, 120 Dares Beach Road, Prince
Date Tues, Feb 28 Wed, March 1 Wed, March 1 Wed, March 8
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Frederick. There will be coffee and pastries! Please RSVP to Robyn Truslow at rtruslow@CalvertLibrary.info or (410) 535-0291. There are also Community Input Meetings taking place up and down the county that all are encouraged to attend. Those dates are:
Location Calvert Pines auditorium Northeast Community Center, mini gym Dunkirk Fire Hall Southern Community Center
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Attend New Comprehensive Plan Meetings The public is encouraged to attend the third round of workshops on Calvert’s comprehensive plan update. The third round of public meetings will be held in February, March, and April. Five workshops are scheduled, each focused on a different important issue. The first workshop focuses on transportation and was held Mon., Feb. 6. Additional workshops on specific topics are scheduled at the College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus: Wed., Feb. 22, Building A, Supporting Options in Community Character Thurs., March 9, Building A, Strengthening Economic Vitality and Tourism Monday, March 27, Building B, Fostering Communities with MultiGenerational Opportunities Thursday, April 6, Building A, Preserving Rural Character and Directing Growth to Existing Population Centers A snow date of Monday, February 27 has been reserved in case the first two workshops need to be postponed due to inclement weather. The workshop will be held in Building A. Doors will open 30 minutes before each meeting for an open house. Maps, graphs, and other information will be on display. Staff will be available to answer questions during the open house and after the workshop. Citizens are encouraged to attend, and we encourage those who want to participate to review a short document, "Providing an Efficient and Multi-modal Transportation System," which provides background information, summarizes major ideas and suggests possible strategies.
In the summer of 2016, informational meetings were held where the public could learn about the update and rewrite process and share their ideas about the challenges Calvert County is facing. In September and October four interactive workshops were held where participants and the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance team heard from each other in facilitated small group discussions. A summary of the discussions is available online. The discussions at those meetings helped set the stage for the next phase, discussing key issues that should be addressed in the new Comprehensive Plan. You can view the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan Overview Presentation on the county web site. It was adopted in 2004, and amended in 2010. For more information on the Comprehensive Plan, contact: Jenny Plummer-Welker, AICP, Long-Range Planner Calvert County Department of Community Planning & Building 150 Main Street, Suite 300; Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (410) 535-1600, ext. 2333 or (301) 855-1243, ext. 2333 For Zoning Ordinance Questions, contact: Mary Beth Cook, Deputy Director Calvert County Department of Community Planning & Building 150 Main Street, Suite 300; Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (410) 535-1600, ext. 2334 or (301) 855-1243, ext. 2334
Business Training Available to Vets Are you a military veteran? Is entrepreneurship the right choice for you? Do you have a business idea but are not sure where to start? Do you have a business and want to take it to the next level? Do you live or have a current business in Calvert, Charles, or St. Mary's Counties? Project Opportunity is an intensive curriculum-based 10-week cohort program that meets one night a week and is facilitated by business professionals and subject matter experts. The program concludes with a formal business plan presentation. It begins April 3, so sign up today if you’re interested. Training includes: - Assessing Your Business Idea
- Marketing Analysis - Financing and Financial Management - Business Structure and Taxes - Development of a Business Plan Training and materials are provided free to veterans. Space is limited and interested veterans should visit the Project Opportunity website at project-opportunity.com to register. Project Opportunity is made possible thanks to a partnership with the Calvert County Department of Economic Development, the St. Mary's County Office of Economic Development, the Southern Region Small Business Development Center and the Southern Maryland Job Source.
Minority Chamber Hosts Meeting Local members of our Tri-County community attended the Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce meeting at the Waldorf West Library in Charles County on Wed., Jan. 25.
From left to right: Maynard Smith, Small Business Consult, MGM Resorts International; Michael Moore, former Calvert County Commissioner; Joyce Freeland, NAACP Past President, Calvert County Branch, Stewart
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Cumbo, Councilman, Town of Chesapeake Beach; and Guy Black, Blackout Investigations and Security Services, Inc. The Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (SMMOCO), exists to make our community a better place for all and is a proponent for business growth, as well as economic development and empowerment. The Chamber is led by Doris Spencer of Chesapeake Beach who is the President and CEO of the organization. It is an organization managed by a volunteer Board of Directors and Officers, established to promote civic, commercial, and industrial progress within the community. Its mission is to preserve the free enterprise system by focusing on the, creation, growth and achievement of Minority businesses. They also work to raise the level of contract dollars available to small businesses as prime contractors and subcontractors.
Calvert High Student Dies After Being Struck Maryland State Police are investigating an accident that occurred Saturday night in which a St. Leonard teenager was struck by a vehicle – and later died. Just after 9:00 p.m. on Feb. 4, troopers from the Maryland State Police Prince Frederick barrack responded to the area of Flag Harbor Boulevard and Calvert Boulevard in St. Leonard for the report of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian. A press release states that Troopers found responding emergency medical services treating Anthony G. Vidal, 15. Vidal was transported to Children’s National Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries. A preliminary investigation revealed that Dawn Venis, 37, of Prince Frederick was driving a Jeep Wrangler when she saw something in the roadway Saturday night, the release states. She reportedly attempted to avoid striking the object later identified as Vidal - but could not do so. Vidal was reportedly wearing dark clothing and kneeling or lying in the roadway. Troopers investigating the accident were informed of a party Vidal was attending in the area, reportedly involving underage drinking. Troopers from the Maryland State
Anthony Vidal.
Police Criminal Enforcement Division responded to assist in interviewing witnesses and follow-up leads. Witnesses to the collision or those with any information about the alleged underage drinking in the area are urged to the call the barrack at (410) 535-1400 and relay the information to Tfc. Davis. A fund to help the family has been set up at: gofundme.com/ anthonys-funeralmemorial-fund. As of press time, nearly $10,000 of the $20,000 goal had been pledged. Vidal’s full obituary may be found on page 19 of this issue of the Chesapeake Current.
County Upgrades Back-Up Center Calvert emergency officials have provided an update to the Board of Calvert County Commissioners at their meeting Feb. 7 for relocating the county’s 9-1-1 Backup Center to larger and more secure digs. Currently, the operation has been housed in a trailer at the old Landfill at 350 Stafford Rd., Barstow for approximately 20 years, which officials say is not adequate for their needs. The BOCC was told that space has been identified in the Public Safety Building at 315 Stafford Road, Barstow that will meet the center’s spatial and security needs. It will also allow for reaching the Emergency Number System Board's (ENSB's) minimum requirement of 70% functionality of the main Public Safety Answering Point (P SAP) which currently has eight work stations at 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick. An adequate and fully functional back-up PSAP is desperately needed. We are providing an update to the Board of County Commissioners as a result of the
The current Backup 9-1-1 Center is located in an old trailer.
CIP Budget Work Sessions. The total estimated project cost is $1,392,700. The county's portion will be approximately $712,200. The remainder of the project which is $680,500 will be covered by the Emergency Number Systems Board (ENSB). They estimate design completion by Feb. 28 to increase the number of workstations from six to eight. They hope to begin construction of the new facility May 1, and have it completed by Oct. 2017.
Firefighters To Receive More Comp Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh, joined by Councilman Michael Peroutka, on Jan. 23 signed landmark legislation to increase benefits for the County’s volunteer firefighting corps. The legislation increases Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) benefits for the Anne Arundel County volunteer firefighter corps to ensure the County can continue to recruit and retain good candidates. If active for 7 of the last 10 years, a volunteer will see an increased benefit depending on length of service. Volunteer with 25 to 34 years of service will receive $300 per month. Volunteers with 35 to 44 years of service will receive $350 per month, and volunteers with 45 years or more of service will receive $400 per month. Other provisions ensure safeguards to save taxpayer dollars against miscalculations in benefits. “We are blessed to have a strong force of dedicated volunteer firefighters in this county,” said Schuh. “This long-discussed legislation is another step forward in Anne Arundel County’s support for public
Surrounded by public safety professionals at Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company, County Executive Steve Schuh, joined by Councilman Michael Peroutka, signed legislation to increase benefits for volunteer firefighters.
safety.” “This legislation is a long time coming,” said Councilman Michael Peroutka. “Public safety is a fundamental responsibility of government, and I am honored to be a supporter of legislation that will make our volunteer fire companies stronger.” The legislation was enacted by a 6-1 vote of the County Council and will become effective on Mar. 3.
Breaking the Hold of Heroin Heroin's Grip: Road to Recovery is a poignant and personal documentary shedding light on our region’s pressing heroin problem and will be shown on Maryland Public Television (MPT) on Sat. Feb. 11 at 7:00 p.m. The program will also be live-streamed on the Internet at mpt.org/breakingheroin/. Told through the lens of adults that have experienced heroin’s grip first-hand, Lauren Fowler. viewers will get an authentic look inside the complexities of this harrowing epidemic. One of those featured in the The next Overdose Response Training program is Lauren Fowler, a Calvert is scheduled for Thurs., Feb. 9 at 7:00 COunty residnets. The program includes a 40-minute pm at the Harriet E. Brown Community documentary followed by a 20-minute live phone bank offering viewers expert Center, Room #113; 901 Dares Beach information about treatment. Road in Prince Frederick. Participants The documentary is produced by can register by calling (410) 535Maryland Public Television in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health 3079 ext.26 or by emailing and Mental Hygiene. Julie.Mashino@Maryland.gov. Please The program will be simulcast by numerous broadcasters, both TV and radio share this information with anyone who throughout Maryland, as well as may be interested in attending. surrounding states.
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Crime Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports CDS Violations On Feb. 4, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Deputy S. Moran was dispatched to the College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick, for the report of an intoxicated subject sitting in a (running) vehicle parked at the college. Upon arrival he observed a vehicle matching the description double parked and the college security officer, Don Chamblee, removing the keys from the car’s ignition. The driver, Thomas Miller, Jr., 34, of Owings, was slumped over in the driver’s seat with his cell phone in his hand. As Deputy Moran made contact with Miller, he awoke and began using his phone. EMS arrived to check on Miller, who refused treatment. He had slurred speech and appeared disoriented. Miller had an open pill bottle containing Oxycontin and Alprazolam in his vehicle and was not able to pass field sobriety tests. He was placed under arrest and charged with Driving/Attempting to Drive a Vehicle While Impaired, CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycontin) and CDS Dangerous Nonnarcotic Drug (Alprazolam).
made contact with the driver, Adora Griffin, 27, of Sunderland, and passenger Antwuan Bland, 33, of Prince Frederick. A K9 sniff of the vehicle resulted in a positive alert. Deputy Williamson discovered four small baggies, a small black bag and a backpack containing a bag full of pills. Griffin was issued a traffic citation for driving in violation of her license restriction, warnings for speeding and unsafe lane changes and charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (baggies). Bland was charged with CDS: Possession-not Marijuana (Ziprasidone Hydrochloride) and Possession of Paraphernalia (baggies). Deputy J. Denton observed a vehicle on Dalrymple Rd., Sunderland, traveling in an unsafe manner, repeatedly crossing over the directional lines at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Feb. 1. As he attempted to conduct a traffic stop, he witnessed the passenger toss three clear plastic bags out the window while the vehicle continued driving away. Deputy D. Naughton and Deputy T. Holt arrived on the scene and were able to get in front and block the vehicle on Hardesty Rd. just prior to Valley Lane. As the front seat passenger, Shante Johnson, 34, of Lusby, was extracted from the vehicle, a clear plastic bag containing a white powdery substance (cocaine) fell from his person. A search of the vehicle revealed a cut green straw in the center console. At this time the driver, Shericka Brooks, 34, of Prince Frederick, and passenger (Johnson) were placed in handcuffs. Deputies recovered the clear plastic bags, all containing cocaine, for a total weight of 17 grams. Both Johnson and Brooks were transported to the Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute (Cocaine) and CDS: Possession of Cocaine.
A vehicle speeding southbound on Solomon’s Island Rd. in the area of Broomes Island was observed by Deputy M. Trigg at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 4 and conducted a traffic stop at the Post Office on Governor’s Run Rd. The Control Center notified Deputy Trigg that the driver, Larry Young, 40, of Waldorf, had an expired license to drive. When the K9 scan resulted positive for drugs, a search of the vehicle revealed a small blue round pill later identified as Oxycodone Hydrochloride and found a small glassine baggie with light residue inside of it. Young was arrested for CDS Possession of a Synthetic narcotic (Oxycodone) and Around 10:00 p.m. on Jan. 30, Deputy J. Possession of Paraphernalia (baggie). Denton and Deputy D. Naughton were assisting a pedestrian who was walking in the Deputy K. Williamson was conducting cold, along Solomon’s Island Rd./Rousby Hall stationary radar on Feb. 2. At approximately Rd., Lusby. While on the scene a vehicle drove 9:00 p.m., he clocked a vehicle speeding 25 past and a strong odor of marijuana could be mph over the posted limit at the intersection of detected emitting from the vehicle. Deputy Rt. 2/Wayside Dr., Sunderland. He conducted Denton activated his emergency lights and a traffic stop and made contact with the four conducted a traffic stop on Solomon’s Island occupants. At that time Deputy R. Burgraff Rd./White Sands Dr., Lusby. The five and Deputy D. Clark arrived on the scene and occupants were identified and searched. One asked the occupants to step out of the vehicle. of the occupants, Johnny Lawler, 23, of Bear, While searching the right rear passenger, DE, was found to be in possession of heroin, Theresa Powell, 54, of Annapolis, Deputies Suboxone and paraphernalia. He was discovered she was in possession of two white transported to the Detention Center and rocks and paraphernalia. Found in the charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession vehicle’s trunk was a black satchel, belonging of a Synthetic Narcotic (Suboxone) and to Eugene Thompson, 43, also of Annapolis, Possession of Paraphernalia (syringe). The containing a clear plastic bag with 27 grams of other occupants were charged on a civil suspected marijuana and a digital scale with citation for marijuana found within the marijuana residue. Powell was arrested and vehicle. charged with one count of Possession of Crack Cocaine and Possession of Paraphernalia Deputy B. Boerum was in the area of Beach (plastic baggie). Thompson was charged with Dr., Lusby, on Jan. 28. At approximately 7:30 one count of CDS: Possess with Intent to p.m. he observed a vehicle with a cracked Distribute (Marijuana), Possession of windshield illegally parked at the Driftwood Marijuana 10+ grams and Possession of Beach. As he was approaching the vehicle, the Paraphernalia (digital scale). The driver, Artrell driver attempted to leave the area. Deputy Pratt, of Annapolis, was issued a speeding Boerum activated his emergency equipment citation and a warning for possessing two and conducted a traffic stop. The driver, Maryland licenses. Thomas Goldring Jr., 60, of Lusby, admitted to driving without a valid license. Upon A vehicle traveling in an unsafe manner, searching his person Deputy Boerum without using the proper turn signals, was discovered a clear plastic bag with four white observed on Feb. 1 around 9:00 p.m. by pills (Oxycodone) located inside Goldring’s Deputy K. Williamson. He conducted a traffic right shoe. The passenger, identified as Erin stop in the Dunkirk Safeway parking lot and Stahl, 29, also of Lusby, attempted to hide a
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clear glass pipe containing a white powdery substance (cocaine) in her jacket sleeve. The glass pipe contained burn marks and a wire filter. Deputy D. Naughton, who assisted with the arrest, advised Stahl to place her hands behind her back but she resisted his commands. When he was able to secure Stahl’s hands in handcuffs, she was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (glass pipe) and Resist/interfere with Arrest. Goldring was placed into custody and charged with Possession of CDS-not marijuana (Oxycodone), driving without a license and received a repair order for the cracked windshield. Deputy R. Cress conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle travelling with an obstructed rear-view mirror at the intersection of Greenwood Ave./5th St., North Beach, on Jan. 28. Deputy C. Fox, who was also on the scene, assisted with the stop. A K9 partner alerted the Deputies to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle. The occupants, Allan Curtin, 53, of Dunkirk, and Janet Custer, 48, of North Beach, were both searched. Custer advised she had a pill container on her and retrieved it from her right front pants pocket. Numerous pills were found inside: 60mg morphine sulphate pills and 10-15 mg Oxycodone Hydrochloride pills. The controlled dangerous drugs were confiscated, as Ms. Custer did not have a prescription on her and was not able to produce a prescription bottle with a valid label. Curtin took responsibility for items located inside the vehicle: a metal smoking device with residue (marijuana), a plastic straw with white powder residue (cocaine), a crown royal bag with a red straw containing a white powder (cocaine), 2 Tylenol bottles: one containing Adderall and 10mg Oxycodone Hydrochloride. The second bottle contained: 8 Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine pills. All of these items were confiscated, as Curtin could not show proof of prescription or have a proper prescription bottle. Both subjects were transported to the Detention Center. Curtin was charged as follows: issued a traffic warning for the driving infraction, a DC-28 for Possession of Marijuana less than 10 grams, CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycontin), CDS Possession of a Dangerous Nonnarcotic drug (Adderall) and Possession of Paraphernalia (straw). Custer was charged as follows: 2 counts of CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycodone and Morphine Sulphate) and Possession of Paraphernalia (container). At 2:45 p.m. on Jan. 26, Deputy J. Denton heard a broadcast to be on the lookout for a vehicle operated by an intoxicated white female and traveling with a small child in the vehicle. He was able to locate the vehicle, still running, parked at the Calvert County Health Department, in Prince Frederick. As he approached the vehicle and made contact with the driver, Salli Barats, 51, of St. Leonard; he detected an odor of alcoholic beverage emitting from her person and observed an infant child in the rear car seat. While questioning Ms. Barats, she admitted to having a clear plastic bag containing suspected heroin and handed it to Deputy Denton. At this time Dep. Barger arrived on scene and took over the DUI investigation. Barats then pulled out a clear plastic bottle containing (urine) she planned to submit for her drug test. She was taken into custody and charged with Possession-Not Marijuana (Heroin) and Alter Drug or Alcohol Test.
possible CDS activity taking place in the parking lot. When he arrived he contacted a male fitting the description, Christopher Whittaker, 29, of Lusby, and was advised he had an open warrant through Calvert County. He was placed into custody and a search incident to arrest revealed three used syringes and a metal spoon on the inside of his jacket. The spoon had white residue on one side and a black burn mark on the bottom. Whittaker was transported to the Detention Center and served with his outstanding warrant and charged with Possession of CDS Paraphernalia (syringe). Burglaries On Feb.1 at approximately 2:30 p.m., Deputy N. Buckler responded to Stamper Ct., Prince Frederick, for the report of a destruction of property. The victim stated he was away for the weekend and upon returning, discovered the front door to his residence would not close properly. It appears someone attempted to kick the door in but did not make entry. At about 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 23, Deputy G. Gott responded to Overlook Dr., Lusby, for the report of a burglary in progress. He met with the victim who explained they heard a loud noise in the lower level of their home but did not immediately investigate. A couple of hours later they discovered their locked basement door was sitting wide open and had been kicked in. The occupants of the home reported that rooms had been rummaged through but at this time it is not known what items may have been taken. Disorderly Conduct Deputy W. Durner and other members of the Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Thunderbird Dr., Lusby, around 7:00 p.m. on Jan. 31 for the report of an incoherent subject with a knife. Upon arrival Deputies observed several citizens pointing in the direction of Thunderbird Dr., where the suspect could be heard in the wood area. Deputy Durner approached Justin Brinkley, 25, of Princeton, WV who was speaking incoherently and very disoriented. Brinkley had a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from his person and had a small cut under his chin from an apparent fall. EMS responded to the scene and cleared Brinkley medically and left the scene. Due to the large amount of people that he disturbed, Brinkley was placed under arrest and charged with Disorderly Conduct and Intoxicated Public Disturbance. Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick, at approximately 1:00 p.m. on Jan. 28 to investigate a disorderly white male subject seen lying on the ground and appeared to be intoxicated. The caller also advised the male was yelling obscene gestures and threatened anyone who tried to help him. The male, identified as Frederick Donahue, 56, of Chesapeake Beach, was previously banned from the Calvert Village Shopping Center and the order was still in effect. Donahue was placed in handcuffs and transported to the Detention Center where he was charged with Disorderly Conduct and Trespass: Private Property.
For the report of a disorderly subject around 5:00 p.m. on Jan. 25, Deputy D. Jacobs was dispatched to Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach. Upon arrival he came in contact with Catherine Riley, 53, of Chesapeake Beach, who was extremely intoxicated and he witnessed her fall to the ground. Deputy B. Pounsberry arrived on the scene and stated Deputy B. Boerum responded to the Fastop on that Riley was removed from the Chesapeake St. Leonard Rd., St. Leonard, on Jan. 26 Beach Resort and Spa earlier in the day because around 10:20 a.m. to investigate a report of she refused to check out of the hotel and was
Crime Blotter (con’t) too intoxicated to stand. She was asked several times to call for a safe ride home or she would be locked up for public intoxication. She refused to cooperate and was placed under arrest. Riley was charged with Public Intoxication and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order. Thefts Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to the Prince Frederick Walmart on Feb.1 at approximately 1:00 p.m. for the report of a shoplifter in custody. Upon arrival he met with the Walmart security guard, Gerard Jones, who informed him that Tammy Ross, 56, of Lexington Park, was observed taking merchandise tags off of items and placing them on other merchandise. She then proceeded to the self-checkout line where she rang up the items and attempted to leave the store. Deputy Rzepkowski placed Ross under arrest and charged her with Theft Less $1,000.
On Jan. 23, Deputy A. Woodford responded to Old Jones Ln., Dunkirk, for the report of a theft. The complainant advised a package was stolen from their mailbox. They received a confirmation email at approximately 1:00 p.m. on Jan. 20 that their package from Amazon had been delivered. They did not attempt to retrieve the package until approximately 11:00 a.m. the next day (Jan. 21) and when they did, the package was not in the mailbox. The complainant noticed that there were two small boxes in the brush behind her mailbox that were opened and emptied of their contents. The owners were contacted and were unaware of the incident.
Deputy T. Buckler responded to Bay Ave., North Beach, about 11:00 a.m. on Jan. 23 for a reported theft. The complainant advised the decorative pieces she had hung on the (communal) walls outside of their apartment were stolen. Items include: a 2ft x 1ft wooden fish (mirror), large wooden fish with pictures To investigate a theft of vehicle registration of North Beach and a decorative brass can plates, Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to sitting next to a door. This theft would have Dennis Monnett Rd., Prince Frederick, on taken place between Jan. 3–30. Jan. 28 at approximately 2:00 p.m. Upon arrival he met with the victim who stated both Mail Tampering his front and rear registration plates had been On Jan. 29, Deputy G. Gott responded to removed from a vehicle he had parked and not Overlook Dr., Lusby, to speak with a citizen driven for the last week. who wanted to report mail tampering. The complainant stated that at approximately 7:30 The report of stolen registration plates on a.m. that morning they were walking along Cambridge Place, Prince Frederick, was Overlook Dr. and observed mail scattered on responded to by Deputy Callison at the ground. They also found a package that approximately 9:15 a.m. on Jan. 26. The had been opened but the contents were still in victim stated they parked their vehicle on the box. The mail appeared to belong to Cambridge Place on Jan. 24 at 11:30 p.m. and homeowners living on Overlook Dr. upon returning to the vehicle at 8:30 a.m. this morning, saw that the rear license plate was Damaged Property missing. In reference to damaged property, Deputy G. Gott was contacted by a citizen in the area of On Jan. 23, Deputy J. Migliaccio responded to Overlook Dr., Lusby, about 9:00 a.m. on Jan. the BP Gas Station on Town Center Blvd, 29. The victim explained they found their Dunkirk, for the report of a theft that just mailbox had been damaged and knocked off occurred. Upon arrival he spoke with an the post. The box was last seen intact at 6:00 employee who advised that a light-skinned p.m. the previous day. After speaking with the black male had just stolen a green camo complainant, he noticed other mailboxes colored ski mask from the display rack. The located nearby on Lake Terrace were also male ran out of the station and got away in a damaged. He made contact with those owners vehicle parked outside. who were unaware of the damage.
Homeowner Shoots Intruder Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to the unit block of Mullen Lane in Lothian for a trespassing on Feb. 2 shortly after 8:00 a.m. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male subject suffering from two gunshot wounds. The investigation revealed that the male had broken into a residence on Mullen Lane. He was confronted by the homeowner and his wife, who attempted to remove him from their home. The homeowner shot intruder, striking him in the leg. The intruder retaliated with a piece of steel reinforcing bar
(rebar) when he was shot a second time by the homeowner. The male fled from the home and soon collapsed due to his injuries. He was flown to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center for treatment and is currently listed in critical condition. Detectives have applied for and received an arrest warrant for the subject, which will be served upon his release from the hospital. The identity of the subject and nature of charges will provided once the arrest warrant has been served.
Officers Searching for Robber On Mon. Feb. 6 at just before 2:00 a.m., Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to the Dash-In located at 1378 Mt. Zion-Marlboro Road in Lothian for a robbery of the business. The clerk told officers that a male entered the store, implied he had a weapon and demanded money. The clerk complied with the suspect’s demands. The suspect then fled from the store. No weapon was
displayed and the clerk was not injured. The man was described as a black male, late 20’s, 5’9” – 5’10” tall, thin build, and wearing dark clothing. Officers searched for the suspect with the assistance of the police K9, but were unable to locate the culprit. The investigation continues and anyone with any information is urged to contact Anne Arundel County Police.
Child Struck in Driveway At about 4:30 p.m. on January 31, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department responded to a residence on Mallory Square, Port Republic, for a report of a young child struck by a vehicle in the driveway. It was learned that a
3-year-old child was unknowingly in the driveway of the residence. A family member of the child was attempting to back into the driveway and struck youngster. The child was transported via Helicopter to Children’s National Medical Center. The child was in stable condition at the time of the flight.
One Dies in Crash Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to the report of a crash in the area of Solomons Island Road (MD Rt. 2) and Wallace Manor Road in Edgewater on Sat. Feb. 4 at approximately 2:30 p.m. A Dodge Challenger was traveling south on Solomons Island Road just south of Wallace Manor Road when the operator lost control of the vehicle, which spun and crossed the concrete median into the north bound lanes of Solomons Island Road. The Dodge was then struck by a Honda Accord which was traveling northbound on Solomons Island Road. The driver of the Dodge was pronounced dead at the scene by the Fire Department personnel. The preliminary cause of the crash was the failure to drive right of center by the Dodge. There was no indication of excessive speed or alcohol use.
The Traffic Safety Section is conducting an investigation and any charges are pending review by the State’s Attorney. The driver of the 2009 Dodge Challenger who died in the crash was identified as 52-year-old Kurt William Fraser of Edgewater . The driver of the 2006 Honda Accord was identified as Jennifer Elaine Powell of Davidsonville. A passenger in her Honda was Donna Lynn Bowen, 57, of Prince Frederick. A nine-year-old girl and a two-year-old boy, along with Powell and Bowen, suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the accident. The driver of the Honda was transported by ambulance and the three other occupants were transported by Maryland State Police Helicopter to Johns Hopkins Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
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Pets Calvert Humane Society Meet Shiva!
She’s a five-year-old “possum” pit mix with amazing eyes! If you are looking to spice up your life and add a ton of fun, we have the right ingredient for you. Shiva ia a pocket pitty and words cannot describe this 30-pound extravaganza girl. She is fun, fun, fun! She loves people, toys, scratches, cuddles and seems to like other dogs, too. She might be a little much for cats, though. With her freckled face, blue eye, and big ears, she is that type of dog you will find only once in a lifetime. Come meet her fast, fall in love and adopt her – give her that forever home she deserves. For more information, please contact Angel at Spirit610@hotmail.com or (410) 257-4908. Big thanks to Prince Frederick Chrysler for sponsoring the Dog of the Week for the Humane Society of Calvert County by paying adoption fees for our featured pup! The Humane Society of Calvert County also needs pet lovers who would like to volunteer! Needed are dog walkers, dog vet transport, assist at adoption events and more! Contact Jill@hsccrescue.com for more info.
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Volunteers Needed The Anne Arundel County Food and Resource Bank is looking for drivers to haul food, furniture, and other items between their facility in Crownsville and various locations within Anne Arundel County. There is no heavy lifting involved. With the exception of some food pickups, there will be resources at each end to load and unload the vehicle. The Food Bank is looking for volunteers who can drive the Food Bank's 16' box truck. You do not need a Commercial Driving License, just a good driving record. Support in the mornings is needed, and you do not need to volunteer for every morning. Multiple volunteers are being sought so that they can support all weekdays. Founded in 1986, the Food Bank is the only free, multi-purpose Agency in Maryland that provides food, nutritional supplements, medical equipment, furniture, vehicles, appliances, and more to those in need, free of charge. They support individuals and other non-profits. For more information, please visit their website at aafoodbank.org. If you are interested, please contact Susan Thomas at (410) 923-4255 or susan@aafoodbank.org.
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Pride & Joy Graduation Rate Continues Climbing The percentage of Calvert County students receiving a high school diploma continues to increase, according to data released by the Maryland State Department of Education. The four-year cohort graduation rate reached 94.48 percent in 2016, up from 94.19 in 2015. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “A high school diploma marks a gateway to the future. Our
obligation as educators is to teach and support students as they work toward this goal.” The graduation rate for the state of Maryland increased to 87.61 percent, nearly six points better than the 81.97 percent rate reached in 2010, the first year Maryland reported the cohort graduation rate that follows a set group of students from freshman year through their senior year.
Anne Arundel Sees Graduation Improvement Led by the seventh consecutive year of gains among African-American and special education students, Anne Arundel County Public Schools saw a 1.08 percentage point increase in its graduation rate and surpassed the state’s fouryear graduation rate for the Class of 2016, according to data released by the Maryland State Department of Education today. The graduation rate for AfricanAmerican students rose 0.9 percentage points from the prior year to 86.8 percent, the highest since the state began calculating graduation rates by four-year cohorts seven years ago. It has risen 10.5 percentage points in that period, the largest gain of any AACPS racial or ethnic student group. The graduation rate for special education students rose 5.4 percentage points to 65.9 percent. It has risen 19.2 percentage points over the last seven years. That is the largest gain of any AACPS student group in that span. As a system, AACPS posted a graduation rate of 89.08 percent, nearly 1.5 percentage points higher than the state average. In the last seven years, AACPS’ graduation rate has risen 6.3 percentage points.
A four-year graduation rate is measured by the percentage of students who receive diplomas four years after entering high school. Eight of the county’s 13 high schools have graduation rates of 90 percent or higher. Chesapeake Science Point posted a 100 percent rate, followed by Severna Park (94.9), South River (94.3), Broadneck (93.9), Arundel (93.8), Southern (93.4) and Old Mill (93.3). Chesapeake High School’s graduation rate increased 2.2 percentage points, putting the school over the 90 percent mark for the first time at 90.9. “This data reflects the extraordinary lengths every member of our AACPS family goes to in order to help our students earn their high school diplomas,” Superintendent George Arlotto said. “There is no question that we must continue this progress until we get every student from his or her freshman year to the graduation stage. We are working tirelessly to reach that goal.” Over the last seven years, the school system has also seen significant increases in graduation rates for students receiving free and reduced-price meals (up 11.4 percentage points) and Hispanic students (up 7.1 percentage points).
Come to STEM Event On Feb. 25, Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) will host its 6th Annual Science and Engineering EXPO at Calvert High School from 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. This free family event is open to the public. The exhibits showcase CCPS science and engineering programs and are designed to be engaging for both
children and adults. The EXPO will include robots, science and engineering projects, flight simulators, catapults and much more for the entire family to enjoy. For more information, contact Dr. Yovonda Kolo at (410) 535-7278 or koloy@calvertnet.k12.md.us.
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites area parents of high school students to attend Dual Enrollment Parent Night at one of the college’s three campuses, Feb. 16, March 1 and 2. Dual enrollment allows high school students to take classes at CSM for college credit while satisfying high school graduation requirements. Benefits of dual enrollment include a savings on tuition and a way for college-bound students to get a head start on earning credits toward their degree. Dual-enrolled students pay half of CSM’s regular tuition rate for their courses, and college credits earned at CSM can be transferred to most colleges and universities around the country. This is a competitive admissions program, and students must demonstrate college-readiness to be dually enrolled. Participants in dual enrollment must complete an application, complete college level placement options and submit a signed form by May 15 for the summer semester, July 15 for the fall semester and Dec. 15 for the spring semester. The La Plata Campus Dual Enrollment Parent Night will be held at 6 p.m., Feb. 16, in the Business and Industry (BI) Building, Room 113/113E, 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata.
Kristina Rickard was just 15 years old and still a student at Great Mills High School when she started college at the College of Southern Maryland through CSM’s dual enrollment program. She is now a physicist for Naval Air Systems Command, or NAVAIR.
The Prince Frederick Campus event will be held at 6 p.m. March 1 in Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Road in Prince Frederick. The St. Mary’s Campus event will be held at 6 p.m. March 2 in Building A, Room 206, 22950 Hollywood Road in Leonardtown. To RSVP or for more information, visit csmd.edu/dualenrollment. For more information, call (301) 934-2251, option 0.
School Vacation Extends Through Labor Day The Calvert Board of Education has approved the amended calendar for the 2017-2018 school year. The full calendar is posted on the school system website at calvertcounty.education. The calendar change was made to comply with Governor Hogan’s Executive Order stipulating that all Maryland public schools must open after Labor Day. When making the decision, the Board thoughtfully considered the numerous comments submitted by community members. In the approved calendar, professional development will be held on Sept. 29, 2017, and schools will be closed for students. Spring recess is scheduled for
March 29-April 2, 2018. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “The Board strove to balance the wishes of our community with the need to maximize instructional days prior to end-of-year testing. We were able to preserve some of our traditional school closures, such as the Friday of the county fair and the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, but we may not be able to do so in the future when Labor Day falls later in September.” To watch the Board’s discussion of the calendar, please visit the Board of Education tab on the school system website.
Athletes Bring Home State Championship Athletes who won state championships during the fall season were recognized at the Jan. 26 meeting, the Calvert County Public Schools Board of Education. The state champions for the fall season are: • Hayley Jackson, Cross Country, Patuxent High, Coach David Walser; and • Girls Cross Country Team, Northern High, Coach Josh Dawson. The 2017 title marks Hayley’s third consecutive state cross country championship. She is the Maryland Public Secondary School Athletic Association (MPSSAA) 2A Regional Champion for the third consecutive year and set a Maryland State 2A Championship and Southern Maryland Athletic Conference (SMAC) Championship Meet course record time. Hayley was named the SMAC Athlete of the Year and was selected
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as a 2nd team All American by finishing 8th at the Footlocker National Championships. The Northern High cross country team, comprised of Molly Barrick, Abby Sweeney, Claudia Dolan, Katie Delamer, Sarah Deresky, Alicia Bennett, Catherine Bubser, Shannon Greene, Kat Strayer, Jenna Carpenter, Jessica Drake and Hope Bennett, earned the first cross country team championship in the history of the school. During their highly successful season, they were the 2016 3A South Regional Champions for the 2nd consecutive time and the 2015-2016 Southern Maryland Athletic Conference Champions for the 2nd consecutive time with a 35-straight league meet win streak. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “A quality education includes extracurricular activities, and many of our kids excel both academically and intellectually.”
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You worked hard in 2016. You paid your taxes and are expecting a refund. Keep in mind that your refund money is not a gift from the government - it is your money. This article makes some suggestions on how you can use your tax refund money. Some people purposely withhold too much money from their paychecks, knowing that they will receive a larger lump sum tax refund. It’s a type of forced savings. But, why do that when the government provides you with no interest on your money? You would be better off to take the money in your paycheck and set some aside in an interest bearing investment. Even if the interest amounts are small, your money will
Five Suggestions for Your Tax Refund be earning something. If you are receiving a huge tax refund, take a look at your W-4 form and adjust your federal income tax withholding. What are the smartest ways of dealing with a tax refund? Making a plan for your refund money is always a good idea. Without a plan, that money can easily disappear into a cloud of buying whatever suits your fancy. You will be better off if you make a plan to handle the tax refund. To get you started, here are five suggestions on how to use your tax refund: 1. Pay down your consumer debt. 2. Set up an emergency fund. 3. Protect your loved ones.
4. Invest in yourself. 5. Plan a vacation. Pay Down Your Consumer Debt. High-cost consumer debt is a killer. Times have been tough and many people have lived on their credit cards, racking up huge balances at very high cost borrowing rates. For many people, the amount of the debt is so large, it is intimidating. Don’t be discouraged. Try to stop charging on the credit cards and use all excess funds, including your income tax refund, to pay down the debt. The smartest thing you can do is to pay off that consumer debt so that when you do use a credit card, you can afford to pay off the entire credit card bill within one month. Create a Fund Just for Emergencies. Many people live in fear of having an emergency because they have saved nothing to help them. In most cases, giving yourself some financial peace of mind is all that is required to make life much more enjoyable. By setting aside your tax refund money in an emergency fund, you will be able to weather the downturns like the loss of a job, expensive car repairs, medical emergencies and other catastrophes. Generally, the amount you need to save for emergencies should represent at least six months of living expenses plus whatever it takes to make you feel secure. Setting up an emergency fund will take away that fear of the unknown and put you in the position of being able to cope with whatever happens. Take Care of Your Loved Ones The majority of people have done absolutely no estate planning. Everyone needs to have a Will or a Trust, a Power of Attorney that covers medical and financial needs, and a Living Will. Why? To protect your loved ones and yourself. Once you have
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organized your estate plan, you will feel a great burden has been lifted from your shoulders. Whether this relates to appointing guardians for your minor-aged children, designating someone to take care of you if you can’t do that for yourself, or deciding how your assets will be divided on your death, taking steps to put your strategy into writing is well worth the effort. This year, make an effort to get yourself organized. Invest in Yourself If you have been putting off career or skills training because of the cost, it may be time to use your refund to help you start a new career. College courses, technology skills improvement, books to help you help yourself, all of these are part of a strategy to improve your skills and your job prospects. Or, consider joining a health club or purchasing a piece of exercise equipment to improve your own health. Taking steps to improve yourself will always pay dividends. Have Fun-Take a Vacation This is the fun part of using the refund and since the money you are receiving is money you have already earned, why not use it to take that vacation you have always planned? Yes, you can buy that big screen TV but over the long term you will probably benefit more from the memories you make on a great vacation. Whatever you decide to do with your tax refund, take your time and make a plan of action for that refund money so that you can use it wisely to your advantage. Enjoy! About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has over 30 years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).” Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.
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Special menus may be offered for both lunch and dinner. Some restaurants may offer the promotional pricing at one meal, rather than both. “Restaurant Week has become an annual favorite event in Calvert County,” said Linda Vassallo, director of the Calvert County Department of Economic Development. “Each year, participating restaurants report measurable business increases during a period that traditionally sees slow sales. Restaurant Week presents a great opportunity for visitors and locals to try some of Calvert’s best restaurants at excellent prices.” Look for Calvert County Restaurant Week on Facebook and join the event.
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Linda Lee Kelley, age 74, of Owings, passed away Feb. 1, 2017 at her residence. She was born Oct. 9, 1942 in Washington DC to William L. and Shirley R. (Hann) Sistek. She attended Prince George’s County schools, graduating from Suitland High School in 1960. Linda was an award winning majorette in high school, and practiced her twirling most of her life when she could. After graduation, Linda worked at the Navy Yard, Government Printing Office and the Departments of Agriculture and Interior, retiring in 1990. Following retirement from federal service, Linda served as the President of the Dunkirk Area Concerned Citizens Association (DACCA) and was one of the founders of the abused persons shelter in Prince Frederick, Safe Harbor, Inc. Linda was elected to four consecutive terms as a County Commissioner in 1994, 1998, 2002 and 2006. Following her successful career as a Commissioner, Linda continued to serve on the Board of Directors of Safe Harbor, Inc. and served as the Calvert representative to The Tri-County Animal Shelter. She also continued to serve as the Calvert County Commissioners Ambassador to Scouting, a position she truly loved. Linda attended more than 350 Eagle and Gold Award ceremonies during her public career. More recently, the newly designed Calvert County Animal Shelter was named in Linda's honor by the Calvert Commissioners. Linda was a tireless worker for the citizens of Calvert County and her loss is felt across the boundaries of the County. Surviving are her husband Thomas A. Kelley of Owings; mother Shirley R. Sistek of Prince Frederick, ; daughters Julie Lyn Spano of St. Leonard and Alisa Jean Fisher of Huntingtown; grandchildren Sara Michelle DePompa and her husband Matthew of Huntingtown, Chase Spano of St. Leonard, Robert Fisher of Ohio and Haley Fisher of Huntingtown; great-grandchildren Trenton and Trever DePompa of Huntingtown and Aiden Fisher of Ohio; brothers William L. Sistek and his wife of Reno, NV, Robert Chase Sistek and his wife Jean of Las Vegas, NV, Charles W. Sistek of Oregon and Louis W. Sistek and his wife Cathy of Long Beach, TX. Linda was preceded in death by her father William L. Sistek. Visitation will be Thurs., Feb. 9 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. Her Funeral Service will be Fri., Feb. 10 at 12:00 noon at First Lutheran Church of
Calvert County, 6300 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Huntingtown MD 20639. Interment will be at Southern Memorial Gardens, 10155 Ward Road, Dunkirk MD 20754. Memorial contributions may be made to: Safe Harbor of Calvert County, 254 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (safeharborcalvert.com). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Dr. Gene Karol, 83 Dr. Eugene “Gene” Karol, age 83, of Port Republic passed away on Jan. 25, 2017 in Port Republic. He was born Nov. 28, 1933 to Michael F. Karol and Catherine R. (Zajac) Karol of Mifflinville, PA. Dr. Gene Karol was Superintendent of Calvert County Schools from 1980-1993 and was a School Board Member for two terms in recent years. He was a leader, statesman, educator, mentor, quiet philanthropist, loving father, husband and friend. Gene Karol was an institution in Calvert County. His life was one of total and complete service to others. Gene’s passion and drive to teach, mentor and seek equality for all children in and out of the classroom was his gift from God and his gift to others. Gene's wisdom, leadership and selfless contributions to Calvert County changed the shape of the Calvert Public Schools, brought awareness to issues facing our citizens and impacted the business community in a personal way. Gene will be forever missed in our hearts and by many thousands in our County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Stephen and sisters, Patricia Dawson of Berwick, PA (husband Billie G. Dawson – dec.) and Justine R. Supon of Pendel, PA (husband Joseph J. Supon) and numerous nieces and nephews. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Victoria D. Karol and sons, Paul (wife Dasha), St. Petersburg, Russia; Michael (wife Rehata), New York City, NY and Teddy, Port Republic, MD. Also survived by his brother, Dennis (wife Carol), Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. A mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Prince Frederick. Contributions may be made in the memory of Dr. Karol to Rotary Club of Prince Frederick, P.O. Box 1339, Prince Frederick MD 20678. Arrangements were entrusted to Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic.
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Thanks for Community Support Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Because of the generous spirit of numerous businesses, social clubs and good-hearted individuals throughout our county, Calvert Hospice received over $42,000 in proceeds raised through creative events and promotions throughout 2016. We cannot begin to adequately express our appreciation for the time, energy, effort, and true caring that went into raising these donations for us, all of which went to support the patients at our Burnett Calvert Hospice House. Knowing community members consider us worthy of their support makes all the difference in the world. Their efforts motivate us to work even harder to better serve our patients and their families, as well as enable us to further develop our current programs and create new services for Calvert County. And so we’d like to say thank you to the following Calvert Hospice supporters who helped make 2016 a very special year: Chesapeake Market & Deli, Asbury-Solomons, Peebles, Poker Run, Cozzens Construction, Chesapeake Beach Fastop, Crops for Hospice, Blue Brush Art Studio, The Brick Wood Fired Bistro, Tri-County Cruisers, Chesapeake Community Chorus, Calvert County Bar Association, Unique Boutique, Chesapeake Grill, Greene Turtle, Roy
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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Hope you and all the furballs are able to stay warm this winter! Everyone here at the Spay Spa & Neuter Nook wants to spay as many cats as we can to prevent unwanted and homeless kittens this spring. Thanks to PetSmart Charitites, we currently have funding to spay 350 cats and kittens for a $20 co-pay during February. As always, feral and community cats will be spayed/neutered, ear tipped and given a rabies vaccination for $35.
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Questions About BOCC, Planning Dear Chesapeake Current readers, On page 9 of the Calvert County 2017 Budget there is a Calvert County Government Organization Chart. This chart clearly places the Citizens (We the People) as the ultimate authority, (#1) of Calvert County. Of service to our position are the County Treasurer, Courts, State’s Attorney’s Office, Sheriff’s Office and the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). However, in recent months it would seem a mutiny has taken place in our county, and the Board of County Commissioners is no longer serving the will of the people, by whom they were elected. Cases in point: In June of 2016, after a public hearing on Text Amendments 15-08a and 15-08b, portions of which would allow big box stores and changes in housing density in the Armory Square project in Prince Frederick, at least 2/3 of the citizens in attendance in a packed hall, were opposed to those changes. At a BOCC hearing that followed, the Planning Commission introducing 1001 letters from citizens against the changes verses 208 in favor. Many letters to the editors in local papers, vehemently opposed those changes and asked the BOCC to return to the Comprehensive Plan and Charrette. However, in spite of overwhelming opposition, three Commissioners (Hart, Hejl and Slaughenhoupt) voted to allow the big box store and change the housing density from 14 to 24 dwelling units per acre. We had requested that the issue be placed on the ballot in the fall for referendum. This would have allowed all citizens to have a say, but that was not done. The decision by the BOCC is being challenged in court and recently, because of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), I have discovered that as of Feb. 1, 2017 the BOCC’s independent attorneys, from P.G. County, have been paid $14,672.78 for the BOCC to defend themselves against the citizens (#1) for something we don’t even want. Taxpayers, what do you think? Keep that thought. It appears that according to the projected budget for coming years, there is no funding to build additional schools to accommodate the possible 1400 additional school age children that the Armory Square housing would add to the school system. According to the Adequate Public Facilities Study, Barstow Elem. is at 60% capacity. So does that mean redistricting? How do we as taxpayers feel about that? We are in the process of rewriting the county’s Comprehensive Plan. This plan is the backbone and authoritative voice of what We the People want our county to be in the future. For the life of me, I don’t understand why the BOCC can’t wait until the new plan has been completed rather than make all these changes to the Zoning Ordinance; something for you all to ponder with the following information. The Planning Commission is a vital part of each phase of the Comprehensive Plan process. They gather the desires of the citizens (#1) and then make recommendations to the BOCC. The BOCC then votes to adopt or reject each part of the plan. We knew we had
true allies on the Commission with Chairman Lusby and Vice Chairman Phipps, and that they would ensure that our desire to have Calvert remain rural would prevail. However, with the recent forced removal of these exemplary citizens, it will remain to be seen if that will still be the case. Could this be what it appears to be; part of the BOCC’s strategic plan to change Calvert forever? In an article in The Calvert Recorder, the new President of the BOCC , Mr. Hejl boasts of the successes of the BOCC last year that included, “regulatory reform implemented to spur economic growth” (the new text amendments?) and that despite obstacles,”(would that be those opposed?) “we have made significant advancement and look forward to brighter horizons.” Sadly, three commissioner’s euphoria is the citizen’s dismay. :-( Through records and again thanks to the FOIA I have found that the cost of the independent counsel for the BOCC from Baltimore, to facilitate the hearing/trial of the suspension of Lusby and Phipps was $4,513.30. This was due to the fact that the County Attorney was acting as the prosecutor, witness and counsel to the BOCC, One of the charges against the Planning Commission Chair/Vice Chair was supposedly a violation of the Maryland Open Meeting Act. If this was true and the violation was so offensive that it necessitated the removal of two officers against the outcry of 200 citizens (#1) at their hearing, then why as of Feb. 3 have there been no charges filed with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General Communications Deputy Director? Would the judgement have gone against the BOCC? Also revealed in sworn testimony at the Lusby/Phipps hearing was the fact that, prior to the public hearing on the text amendments, (June 2016) the County Attorney had attended a meeting of the Planning Commission where a motion to reject the text amendments was put forth. However, the County Attorney addressed the Planning Commission and was pleading the case for the amendment changes. So does this mean that our County Attorney was then in essence pleading the case for BARGO, the developer for Armory Square to be able to move forward? Doesn’t that mean that he has compromised his ability to be impartial to the Planning Commission in the future? At the Jan. 10 BOCC meeting pertaining to the Lusby/Phipps change in status, prior to Mr. Nutter‘s vote, he said something to the effect that in the past these two men would have just been reprimanded. So why was it different this time? I find this is ironic in two ways: 1. In an article in The Calvert Recorder Feb. 3, 2017, our County Attorney has “recommended the consideration of seeking reimbursement of legal fees from Mr. Lusby.” These fees were incurred after seeking independent counsel and at the advice of their former Planning Commission Attorney who was dying at the time. He felt the Planning Commission needed counsel to know how to best proceed in the midst of the BOCC shenanigans. This was also after the County Attorney and the BOCC realigned the
contracted services budget line of the Commission and placed it under the County Attorney’s budget. The County Attorney was then to attend Planning Commission meetings, in lieu of independent counsel, and advise them during meetings. So wait, this is the same attorney that in June had seemingly pleaded a case for the developer? And who possibly compromised himself? 2. That during a regular meeting of the BOCC after admonishing Mr. Lusby and Mr. Phipps for the cost of seeking independent counsel for the Commission, Mr. Hart addressed the citizens of Calvert County (#1) and stated “I refuse to carelessly spend your money.” Yet the BOCC has spent almost $20,000 of taxpayer money and this doesn’t even begin to cover the pending court cases on the text amendments or defending themselves for the removal of our Planning Commission officers. Is it any wonder that the taxpayers (#1) had to incur “the unfortunate need to raise property taxes during the past year?” as quoted from the interview with Mr. Hejl in The Calvert Recorder, Feb. 3, 2017. This brings us to the final question. One that all of us are thinking and begs to be asked; WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON THAT WE DON’T KNOW ABOUT? I ask this because at the June 14, 2016 public hearing Mr. Hejl stated to the crowd, “that there were circumstances we didn’t know anything about” and Mr. Slaughenhoupt stated, “everyone may have an opinion even those who are uninformed.” So as the Citizens of Calvert County, (#1) please enlighten us! So what can “We the People” do? 1. Get to the Comprehensive Planning
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meetings and get involved in our future! These meeting are listed on the Calvert County Govt. website (click on Services, then Community Planning and Building, then Comprehensive Plan Update). Fill out the surveys, “Share Your Ideas” at the end of the “ISSUE PAPER.” 2. Watch for a Public Meeting notice and attend the meeting on the new Architectural Review Committees for the Town Centers, (ARC) Resolution which has the possibility of gutting the involvement of our ARC members. At first the BOCC was going to “ELIMINATE” citizen’s (#1) involvement all together. However, after a joint Planning Commission and BOCC meeting Oct. 25, the Planning Commission, (thank you Mr. Lusby, Mr. Phipps and others,) recommended not to abolish the committees. At the Dec. 6 BOCC meeting, the decision was reversed and Mr. Hejl made a motion to retain the committees. However, his motion requires these unpaid volunteers to hear a case within five days and make a decision within three days after a five-day public comment period. So what happens in cases of illness or vacation plans? Hejl’s motion also exempted NATIONAL CHAINS STORES from the review process. According to a former member of the Dunkirk ARC, had it not been for them, the Gateway Walmart would have been a gray cinderblock building. PLEASE CITIZENS, GET INVOLVED! THIS IS OUR COUNTY, OUR HOME AND THE PLACE TO RAISE OUR FAMILIES! Susan Dzurec Huntingtown
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George Allison, 81
Keith Buckmaster, 64
George Lee Allison, age 81, of Lusby, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Jan. 26, 2016 at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick. George was born Aug. 17, 1935 in Washington, DC, the youngest and second son of the late Harry and Sophronia Allison. He grew up in Brentwood, MD during the war years in the house that his father had built. Like his dad, he was good at woodworking and became a carpenter's apprentice at the age of 17. He was a master cabinetmaker by the age of 28. Brentwood was his home until moving his family to Calvert County in 1969. Once settled in Calvert County, he continued to work as a union carpenter, making the long commute to DC until starting his own successful construction business in the early the 1980’s. He retired in 1995 at the age of 60. In his younger years, George enjoyed fishing, biking, running, rowing and boating. He especially loved to teach newbies how to waterski. He was a freethinker and an avid reader who believed in researching for himself rather than relying on authority or popular opinion. An early organic gardener and health advocate, he was generous with his knowledge, his experience and the books that had influenced him. After retirement, he used his free time to garden or work in his shop. He could make anything out of wood: clocks, dollhouses, skis, bowls, furniture, even door locks - all came from his talented hands. Lewy body dementia made the final year of his life a trial, but he endured it with typical toughness and humor. He was a man who was straightforward, honest, and never failed to speak his mind. His standards and spirit will be hugely missed by all those who loved him. He is survived by his brother, Harry Stafford Allison; his significant other, Jan Yoshimoto; daughters, Laura and Nancy Allison; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Calvert Hospice (calverthospice.org) or the Lewy Body Dementia Association (lbda.org). Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
Keith Wayne Buckmaster, age 64, of Prince Frederick, passed away on Jan. 29, 2017 in BurnettCalvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick. He was born on Sept. 23, 1952 in Prince Frederick to the late Thelma Sophia and Samuel Harrison Buckmaster, Sr. A skilled carpenter by profession, Keith was first and foremost a devoted father, friend, and consummate jokester, whose repertoire included a wide variety of “made you look looks,” such as, waving to invisible people, inquiring as to “what was on your shirt,” and even the occasional “your shoes are untied;” whatever it took to get a laugh. He enjoyed collecting and researching antiques, listening to music, spending time with family, drag racing and cooking. It was not at all unusual to find him trying new recipes from antique cookbooks while listening to “The Doors.” Keith was a vibrant example of dedication, contagious laughter and loving sacrifice. He will be greatly missed by many. Keith is survived by his son William E. Buckmaster and his wife Kristin. He was the brother of Samuel H, Buckmaster, Jr. and his wife Sydna, Danny B. Buckmaster and his wife Rita, Kevin W. Buckmaster and his wife Naomi, Donna B. Canter and her husband Paul. He is preceded in death by siblings Evelyn E. Holland, Ellen L. Wood, Sylvia D. Gilbert and Mark C. Buckmaster. Memorial contributions may be made to Burnett-Calvert Hospice House. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Sarah Burley, 61 Sarah Ann Burley, the 7th child of the late Calvert Wesley Burley and Josephine Ann Ennis Burley departed this earthly life on Jan. 16, 2017 at age 61.
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Ann was a lifelong and dedicated member of Union United Methodist Church. Sarah, known as “Ann” or “Sarah B.” was a 1971 graduate of Southern High School. She continued her education at Fleet Business School in Annapolis, and was a 2009 graduate of Sojourner Douglass College, graduating with the Magna Cum Laude honor with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. While continuing her education, she worked as an Accountant Technician for the Community Action Agency of Annapolis and gained her Class B operator license providing transit service to the City of Annapolis. Ann was also known for and loved by her Kmart family, where she was employed as a Senior Customer Service Representative and furthered her career portfolio by obtaining employment as an Automotive Customer Service Specialist at Sam's Club of Annapolis. Ann loved to spend quality time with her family, you could often find her visiting local churches with her nieces and nephews, sharing a good joke, story or attending a family gathering. Sarah leaves to cherish a lifetime of love and memories to her children, Roy (Andy) Contee and Mary Burley; four granddaughters, Vanessa, Sali and Mia Contee, and Marissa Cottom and great-grandson, King Stevens. She also leaves behind a host of family and friends. Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, the late Calvert and Josephine Burley; four sisters, Agnes Pindell, Hettie Bell, Mary Dandridge, and Carrie Spriggs; and two brothers, George and Calvert Burley. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
Chiquita Byrd, 25 Chiquita Maria Byrd, age 25, of Hughesville, passed away Jan. 31, 2017 in Washington, DC. Chiquita was born in Prince Frederick on Dec. 23, 1991 to Walter Lee Byrd and Dawn Marie Nolan. She lived in Calvert and Charles Counties her entire life. Her loved ones describe her as being “high spirited” and she enjoyed playing basketball, singing and dancing. Chiquita is survived by her father,
Walter Lee Byrd of Anderson, SC; mother, Dawn Marie Nolan of La Plata; son, Melvon’dre Thomas of Lexington Park; daughters, Harmony Thomas of Lexington Park; McKayle Byrd of Charlotte Hall, and Vahara Jones of Lusby; brothers, Anthony and Jordan Rice of La Plata; Walter Byrd, Jr. of Atlanta, GA and Brandon Byrd of Pennsylvania; sisters, Justine Rice of La Plata, Christiana and Victoria Byrd, of Atlanta, GA, Brianna Byrd of Bowie, MD and Alana Byrd of Pennsylvania; paternal grandfather, RV Byrd; maternal grandparents, Rose Marie Brady and Stephen Nolan, Sr.; and many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Ruby Byrd and her daughters, Heaven Greenwell and Zahina Byrd. Donations in Chiquita’s memory may be made to her family. Raymond Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.
Mary Catterton, 95 Mary Dowell Catterton, age 95, passed away on Feb. 3, 2017, at Kris-Leigh Assisted Living in Davidsonville. Mary was born Dec. 3, 1921, in Owings to H. Wilson and
Minnie C. Dowell. On Jan. 24, 1942, Mary married Albert “Eldridge” Catterton and he preceded her in death. Other loved ones to precede Mary in death were her dear sisters Clara P. King and Doris E. Moreland and her loving brothers James H. Dowell, H. Wilson Dowell, Jr., Lester B. Dowell, Charles E. Dowell, and Oliver W. Dowell. Mary is survived by her children Barbara (Thomas) Stretch of Ann Arbor, MI; Steven (Jacki) Catterton of Fairfield, CA; Patricia (Gene) White of Port Orchard, WA; and A. Vernon Catterton of Miami Shores, FL. Also, surviving Mary are six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mary loved gardening, cooking, traveling, and being with friends and family. Visitation will be Sun., Feb. 12 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD
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Linda Davis, 67 Linda L. Davis, age 67, of Lusby, passed away Jan. 23, 2017 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Born April 3, 1949 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Allen Williamson and Frankie (Fields) Williamson. Linda is survived by her sisters, Patricia Willard of Richmond, VA and Brenda Marcey of Selbyville, DE; and niece, Lisa and her family. Linda was preceded in death by her best friend and husband, Charlie, in 2003. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Timothy Fletcher, 59 Timothy Joseph Fletcher, age 59, of Dunkirk passed away Feb. 2, 2017 at his residence. He was born Nov. 30, 1957 in Washington, D.C. to William W. and Julia
and to Sewell Funeral Home. Whether or not you were a patron, or just stopping by the barbershop, serving time, or transitioning on to Glory, Dovell truly wanted everyone to experience the dignity that comes with looking their best. Dovell was equally known for his love and enthusiasm for motorcycles, ATV's, cars, jeeps, racing and fishing. Dovell relished the times when family and friends gathered, and left no doubt that he especially enjoyed his collection of toys. Dovell was a member of the Eclipse Sports Riderz Motorcycle Club (Sergeant-At-Arms), Camp Buck-Buck Jeepers Club and the Southern Boys Corvette Car Club. Dovell was fun-loving, always joking and one of the thriftiest guys you would have ever met. Dovell was a Master Mason of the Mason's Victoria Lodge #71 in Huntingtown. During his tenure, Dovell served as Junior Steward and possessed all of the qualities that a Mason would stand for: Dovell was a man of honor and integrity who was honest, compassionate, loving, trusting, knowledgeable and understanding. Dovell leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Victoria Kirk; mother and father, Rayfield Sr. and Carolyn Harcum; grandmother, Elsie Claggett; mother and father-in-law, Joseph and Clarice Fletcher; two children; Tyriva and Dae'zha Kirk, one brother, Rayfield Harcum Jr.; two sisters, Dynita (Harcum) Wilcher and Sable (Harcum) Mackall; two sisters-in-law, Michelle Brooks and Nykisha Harcum; three brothers-inlaw, Kipp Brooks, Edward Wilcher and Ryshawn Mackall; and a host of other family and friends. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
Ralph Knight, 83 Ralph W. Knight Jr., age 83, of Sunderland passed away Jan.17, 2017 in Kennesaw, GA. He was born on Feb. 22, 1933 in Washington D.C. to Ralph W. and Mildred A, Knight, and was raised in Landover, MD. He graduated from Bladensburg High School, Class of 1951, and upon graduating he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving in France, Belgium, and Vietnam. While stationed in the United States, he served in Washington, D.C. and Maryland. He retired as a Senior Master Sergeant from the Air Force after serving for nearly a quarter of a century, and subsequently worked for Metro Rail until his final retirement. He is survived by his daughters Muriel K, Seaman, Yvonne Farmer, Mildred Thomas, grandchildren James Seaman, Samantha Chase, Phillip Debyser, Esther Debyser, Bruce Farmer, Ashley Leonard , William , Christopher, and John Patrick Thomas, and by great-grandchildren Elijah, Leam and Memphis Farmer; Cash and River Leonard; and Amelia and Oliver Chase. Ralph was preceded by death by his wife Genevieve T, Knight, his sons Gilles Debyser and Ralph W. Knight III, a brother Robert A. Knight and a sister, Jean Burch. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Peg Jones, 83 Rita Fletcher. Timothy is survived by his wife Debra Veronica Jean Virginia “Peg” Litz-Fletcher, son Nicholas Patrick Fletcher of Kolterjahn, age 50, Lee Jones of Barstow Atlanta, GA and daughter Lauren Nicole of Lusby, passed passed away peacefully Fletcher. He was preceded in death by his away on Jan. 28, on Sun., Jan. 29, parents and brothers William and Richard 2017 at her 2017, at the age of 83. Fletcher. residence. Born Peg was born in Memorial contributions may be made to: Aug. 13, 1966 in Weston, WV, on Jan. Humane Society of Calvert County, P.O. Box Oaklawn, IL, she 8, 1934 to Verna 3505, Prince Frederick MD 20678. was the daughter of the late William (Bennett) and Hurley A. Curtis. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangeShe enjoyed spending time with her Thomas Kibby and Rosemary Veronica ments. family, putting together jigsaw puzzles, (Podmolik) Kibby. Veronica was a realtor for Century 21 cooking and feeding and watching the wild Dovell Kirk, 42 birds in her yard. Peg was the beloved wife for over 44 years Dovell Antwawn to Donald F. Jones and the loving mother of Kirk departed this life Anita Warnes, Dusty Lynch (Judi), Sandy on Jan. 15, 2017. He Bonanni, Donnie Jones (Robbie), Danny Jones was born in Prince and the late Denny Jones and his wife Darlena. Frederick on May 6, She was the devoted grandmother of 14 grand1975. children and 19 great-grandchildren. Peg was Dovell graduated the sister of Woodie Waugh, Myla Krupa and from Northern High Dick Curtis. She is also survived by hundreds School in 1993. Dovell then attended Bladens- of nieces, nephews and other relatives. burg Barbering School. After successfully Peg was preceded in death by her parents, completing his apprenticeship, Dovell was fully siblings - Ruth Morrison, Averil Rienlasoder, licensed as a barber and began working at Lucille Jacobson, Jane Johnson, Mary Adams, Calvin's Barbershop in Annapolis. Ultimately, Lida Curtis, Hurley Curtis, Cecil Curtis and Dovell became co-owner of "Mike's House of Carl Curtis. Style" barbershop in Prince Frederick. Memorial contributions may be made in Dovell was a gifted barber and used his Peg’s name to the Calvert Hospice, PO Box skills and talents not just for the general public, 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. but for many years, Dovell offered his barbering Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled services to the Calvert County Detention Center arrangements.
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New Millenium for 20 years. She enjoyed the beach, boating, photography, real estate, traveling and spending time with her family. Veronica is survived by her husband, Nathaniel H. Kolterjahn whom she married in Rockport, MA on May 27, 1995; her children, Maegan (Kevin), Jacob, and Adam (Samantha); grandchildren, Charley and Marcus; and her siblings, Bill, Marianne, Denis, Terry, Greg and Janice. Pallbearers were Nat Kolterjahn, Kevin LaBove, Tim Morris, Jacob Kolterjahn, Bill Kibby and Dennis Davis. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
James Kunkle, 88 James Anthony Kunkle, age 88, passed away peacefully on Jan. 22, 2017. Jim was born in July 1, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA and was a longtime
resident of Solomons. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Mickey, and sons Jim and Richard, and their wives Regina & Maryam. He also leaves behind brothers Earl and Robert Kunkle. He was brother to the late Margarette, John, & Richard Kunkle, and Elizabeth Scott. He was father to the late Susan & Steven Kunkle. He was uncle to Liz Longabucco and Sandy Cavanaugh. He was the loving grandfather of Kevin and Kathryn Kunkle; and stepfather to Jay, Mark, Matt and Mona Converse, and Sean Hamzehee and step-grandchildren include Josh, Jay, Rachel, Stuart, Taylor and Austin Converse. Jim worked as an electrical engineer and patent attorney at IBM for 40+ years, and had many friends in the U.S. Patent Office. He was an avid golfer most recently at Chesapeake Hills Golf Course. Memorial donations may be made to the Calvert Marine Museum. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
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Marie LeBark, 91 Marie Louise LeBark, age 91, of Owings passed away Jan. 27, 2017. She was born Oct. 25, 1925 in Washington, D.C. to Louis Raymond and Marie (Springer) LeBark. Marie was raised on a farm in Upper Marlboro where she had to work extremely hard in the tobacco fields. Amazingly, she developed a great love for farming. Marie was one of the first women farmers to receive a grant from the state of Maryland, allowing her to buy her own farm in Calvert County. Marie later worked at the Huntingtown compacter site for many years. She ruled with an iron fist, but enjoyed her interactions with the people who came there, especially if they turned a bit confrontational. Marie was a faithful parishioner of St. John Vianney Catholic Church. For decades, she unlocked the church early on Sunday mornings, only stopping when her driving got a bit out of hand. She considered Father Daly one of her closest friends. She will be missed by many who saw past the gruff exterior and her favorite curmudgeonly ways. She had a big heart and lots of love to give. She is survived by her brother Raymond LeBark of Prince Frederick, her beloved
cousins: from France, her cousin Raymond Rita Merten, 82 Le Barh, his wife, Marie Claire, daughter Catherine and her daughter Margaux, and Rita K. Merten son Christophe and his daughter Rafaelle of Shady Side, and a son; and from Germany, her cousin's formerly of Huntingwife, Ursula and his son Stephan Paule. town, passed away Marie was very proud of her European peacefully on Jan. 30, heritage, and held close ties with all of her 2017, at the age of 82. cousins abroad. She was born in Marie was preceded in death by her Pittsburgh, PA, on sister, Anna Prout. June 29, 1934, to Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangeKathrine (Gratzmiller) and George Kammerer. ments. Rita enjoyed dancing, playing cards, traveling, cheering for the Washington Redskins and Terry Myers, 77 working word puzzles. Rita was the loving mother of Beth Terry Allen Merten (Joe Gray), Brian Merten (Michelle), Myers, age 77, passed Karen Horstkamp (Robert), Bill Merten away peacefully in (Debbie) Daniel Merten (Donna) and Sandra Solomons on Jan. 30, Maldanado (Anthony). She was the devoted 2017. grandmother of five grandchildren – Lisa He is survived White, Joshua Brown, Alex Merten (Joe Bell), by his children, Emily Merten, Andrew Holsing and David Jennifer Myers Broseker and great-grandmother of four Triplett, spouse great-grandchildren – Brooke, Zekiah, Savalis, and grandchildren Jesse, Hannah Tannith and Londyn. She is also survived by and Emily; Julie Myers French, spouse David her companion Warren Ford and loyal friend and grandchild Jordan; and Jeff Myers, and protector Angel. spouse Jaime Aulson Myers and grandchild She was the beloved wife of the late Jackson. Ronald W. Merten, who passed away in 1988. Memorial donations can be made to the Memorial contribution may be made in American Legion Post #274, 11820 H. G. her name to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657. Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements. arrangements.
Roselee Nice, 65 Roselee Nice, age 65, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Jan. 28, 2017 in Mechanicsville. She was born on June 10, 1951 to Norman and Gladys Swann. Roselee lived in Rock Point, MD in Charles County near Cobb Island until she was 9 years old, when her father passed away. Her father’s nickname for her was Mouse, (which explains the tags to her car.) The family then moved to Prince Frederick off of Sixes Road. It was there she met her first husband James Fannon. They had two beautiful daughters together, Vickie Pendleton and Trish Villari. Her husband, James passed away in 1978. She then had her son, Robert Shiftlett and daughter, Tina Wood. Rose met George Nice when her children were young. Rose and George reconnected in 1983 and were married in April of 1988, and have been the best of friends and pretty inseparable ever since. They were married for 29 years but have had a friendship for over 50 years. In their free time, Rose and George liked to take trips to Dover Downs and play the slots. She loved the thrill of playing the slots, they also would play Bingo every now and then. She was a very loving wife and always made sure she had George’s breakfast ready for him in the morning, so that he would have a full stomach on his way to work. Roselee is survived by her husband George; her children Vickie Pendelton and Trish Villari of White Sands, MD; Robert
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Shiftlett, Tina Wood, and Christopher Her pallbearers were Donald Lee Nice, John Nice, Walter Nice, Robert Nice, JR Nice and Dawson Nice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic.
Kathy Pinocci, 68 Kathy Gene Pinocci, 68, of Davidsonville passed away Jan. 24, 2017 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She was born Oct. 21, 1948 in Downey, CA to Louis and Betty (Spinks) Provencio. Kathy was raised in Downy and graduated from Downey High School. She moved to the Washington suburbs in 1985. Kathy was employed in telecommunications for over 40 years starting at Pacific Bell in California and retiring from the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. in 2009. She was a volunteer for SPCA of Anne Arundel County and the Anne Arundel Medical Center Joint Camp. Kathy was an avid golfer and was a member of Old South and Crofton Country Clubs. She enjoyed traveling to Fripp Island, SC in the winter, entertaining friends and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She will also be dearly missed by her cats, Giz and Gwen. Kathy is survived by her husband of 29 years Albert N. “Al” Pinocci of Davidsonville and children Jennifer S. Knopp and her husband Jayme of Deale; Jason R. Bright and his wife Lina of Phoenix, AZ; Justin G. Bright and his wife Anika of San Clemente, CA and Candi M. Pinocci and her husband Dave Johnson of Cary, NC. She is also survived by grandchildren Ronnie and Travis Knopp and Ella, Jaxon, Luna, Gabriel and Joshua Bright and mother-in-law Sarah Pinocci. Memorial contributions may be made to: SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis MD 21403 (aacspca.org). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Webster Reid, 87 W e b s t e r Linsburgh Reid was born on May 13, 1929 to the late Joseph Murray Reid and Florence M. (Rawlings) Reid, in Calvert County. Webster departed this life at Georgetown University Hospital, Washington D.C. on Jan. 17, 2017. Webster attended Mt. Hope United Methodist Church with his sister Marie (Reid) Kent. Webster resided at the ARC of Southern Maryland Group Homes in Leonardtown. Webster was a very happy gentleman, he
loved to dance and sing (“Blueberry Hill”). His favorite singers were Sam Cook and Fats Domino. He loved to go shopping he wanted everything in the store. He loved to talk. Webster didn't always know your real name but he had a nickname for everyone. Webster loved Christmas he would start talking about Santa as early as June. At The ARC of Southern Maryland Group Homes since 1994, Webster met a lot of people, who all cared for and loved him. Cathy Dickerson worked with Webster for 22 years. Rhonda Holt and Sharon Milburn worked with Webster for 17 years; he was a part of their family. His roommate Bill Ford, who lived with him since April 1997, was his best friend. They attended Trinity Lutheran Church together almost every Sunday for Sunday School and Mass for 15 years. Webster attended the Adult Day Care Center five days a week and would go seven days if you let him. Webster touched so many lives and will be truly missed. Webster leaves to cherish his memories, one sister Nina Reid, one sister-in-law Helen Ray and a host of other relatives and friends. Webster was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Georgia Moten, Hilda Wallace, Marie Kent, and Edythe Chew, his brothers Joseph "Evan" Reid, Wilson Ray and Johnnie Moten. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
Anthony Vidal, 15 A n t h o n y Gabriel Vidal, age 15, of St. Leonard, passed away on Feb. 4, 2017 at Children’s Hospital in Washington D.C. He was born in Prince Frederick on Aug. 6, 2001. Anthony was a 10th grade student at Calvert High School. He is survived by his parents, Alexandro and Carmen Vidal, his brother Brian, and grandmothers Iris Gonzales and Carmen Marengo. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Thurs. Feb. 9 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 470 Main Street, Prince Frederick. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Rausch Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Bessie Wallace, 89 Bessie Virginia Wallace entered into eternal peace on Jan. 16, 2017 at the Calvert County Nursing Home, Prince Frederick. She was born Nov. 9, 1927 to the late Wheeler and Lillian Lane Watkins. Bessie attended Calvert County Public Schools. She was united in Holy matrimony to
the late William C. Wallace. She enjoyed attending Peter’s United Methodist Church where she served with the United Methodist Women and sang on the Senior Choir. Every Saturday you could find Bessie at the yard sales with Sarah and Nellie. She loved fishing and crabbing and cooking dinner on Fridays for her family or anyone who stopped by. One of her favorite past-times was watching soap operas, especially “The Young and the Restless.” She loved cooking and passing along her knowledge to the future generation of her family. At the Nursing center she played a mean game of Bingo. She leaves to cherish her memories: her adopted daughter, Sarah Johnson (Lester); granddaughter, Tonja Dare (Richard); great grandson, Richard Dare Jr.; and a host of other relatives and friends. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
John Ward, 71 John Edward Ward, age 71, of Huntingtown passed away Feb. 2, 2017 in LaPlata. He was born May 11, 1945 in Prince Frederick to Willard Clifton and Beulah Estelle
(Catterton) Ward. John was raised in North Beach and graduated from Calvert High School in 1963. He joined the United States Navy in 1964, serving until he was honorably discharged in 1968. He was employed as a DC Fireman, Engine 6, retiring in 1978. He worked various construction jobs after retiring from the fire department. John loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping and listening to bluegrass. John is survived by son Joel “Joey” Ward, Sr. and wife Kim of Huntingtown; his fiancée Margaret Dyar of Huntingtown and grandchildren Joel L., Jr. and Brandon L. Ward. Also surviving are siblings Carolyn Croson of York, PA; Peggy Hooker of Henderson, NC; Debbie O’Quinn of Annapolis; Willard C. Ward, Jr. and wife Carolyn of Chesapeake Beach and Robert E. “Wayne” Ward and wife Dawn of North Beach; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, John E. Ward, Jr. Memorial contributions may be made to: HEROES, Inc., 1200 29th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (heroes.org). Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Bob Washabaugh, 55 Robert Allan “Bob” Washabaugh, age 55, of Chesapeake Beach passed away Feb. 4, 2017 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. He was born Oct. 4, 1961 in
Washington, D.C. to Allan Ray and Dorothy May (Hamilla) Washabaugh. Bob was raised in Brandywine and graduated from Gwynn Park High School in 1979. He married Susan Ann Jackson on May 31, 2016 and they made their home in Chesapeake Beach. He was employed as an HVAC mechanic for over 30 years, retiring from Bel Air Engineering. He was an avid Washington Nationals and Redskins fan as well as Tony Stewart. Bob enjoyed cooking, riding motorcycles, painting, tinkering with everything, gardening, canning, grilling, entertaining and spending time with his family. Bob is survived by his wife Susan, his mother Dorothy May Washabaugh of Brandywine, step-children Storm Chatel of Annapolis, Steele Chatel of Mechanicsville, Desire Chatel of Chesapeake Beach and Christine Manning and husband John of Severn, and four grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother Ronald Washabaugh and wife Tina Singer of Mechanicsville and nephews Andrew and Stephen Washabaugh. Memorial donations may be made to: National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1848, Longmont CO 80502 (npcf.us). Visitation will be Fri., Feb. 10 at noon, followed by a Memorial Service at 1:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736.
Mamie Wood, 90 M a m i e Colleen Wood, age 90, of Friendship passed away Jan. 26, 2017 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. She was born May 16, 1926 in Boyds, MD to William and Mamie Ann (Cole) Whipp. Mamie married James Malcolm “Jimmy” Wood and they raised their family in Friendship. Mamie loved laughing and having fun, and in her leisure time she enjoyed
canning vegetables, cooking, gardening, dancing and listening to music. She also loved her pets, especially her Chihuahua, Chico. She is survived by children James M. Wood, Jr of Florida, Donald Joseph “Joe” Wood and his wife Frances of Dunkirk, Colleen Peterson and her husband Charlie of Bowie, Alice Jones of Prince Frederick and Jeannie Jones of Millersville, as well as numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mamie was preceded in death by her husband “Jimmy” Wood on May 6, 2016. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Robert Uhler, 89 Robert Binner Uhler, 89, of Chesapeake Beach passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 5, 2017. He was born Nov. 19, 1927 in Lebanon, PA to Russell and Edna (Binner) Uhler. Robert served in the Navy and traveled to the South Pole aboard the USS Philippine in 1947. He married his love Marilyn Owens in 1951 in Silver Spring. He was an engineer and vice president of W.G. Cornell, an HVAC company, until he retired and could enjoy more fishing and boating on the Chesapeake Bay. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his sister Joan Deibler and husband David of Newville, PA, his loving son James Robert Uhler and wife Jeannie of Prince Frederick, his loving daughter Amy Borge and husband John of Chesapeake Beach, and his two grandsons Joshua and Ryan Borge. He was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn and his daughter Mary Kate. Friends will be received on Mon., Feb. 13 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings.
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CURRENT EVENTS Classic Suspense in “Dial M for Murder” By Chris Joyce Prepare to hang on to the edge of your seat - the thriller Dial M for Murder is invading The Newtowne Players’ stage! Written in 1952 by Frederick Knott (and adapted for film by Alfred Hitchcock in 1954), the play subtly ramps up the intrigue to a hairraising climax that leaves the viewer breathless. The play opens with a quiet drink between Margot Wendice (played by Lauren Arena-McCann), the wealthy wife of a former tennis star, and her friend Max Halliday (Steven Pugh), a prolific writer of detective TV shows. But there’s much more than platonic friendship between these two - it’s soon revealed that the pair were involved in a torrid affair, conducted seemingly unbeknownst to Margot’s husband, Tony (Jeff Maher). Complicating matters even further is Margot’s revelation that she’s being blackmailed by some unknown person, who threatens to reveal her indiscretions to her husband if she doesn’t pay up.
It’s soon revealed that the blackmailer is none other than Tony himself. Well aware of his wife’s affair, Tony concocts a dastardly plot to remove her from the picture and receive her abundant wealth. He calls in Captain Lesgate (David Randle), an old college chum with a shady past and an empty wallet under the guise of trying to buy his car, but it’s not long before Tony reveals his true intentions: he wants Lesgate to sneak in to his house and murder Margot. His plan is as meticulous as it is sociopathic, and Lesgate is initially reluctant to participate. Tony explains that crime, in this case, does pay (a thousand pounds to be exact) and threatens to reveal Lesgate’s swindling past to the authorities if he refuses to cooperate. Investigating the fallout of the avaricious plan is the perceptive and wily Chief Inspector Hubbard (Joanne Fuesel) and rounding out the cast are Connor Heveron and Matthew Howe, who both play multiple rolls with aplomb.
The cast of “Dial M for Murder” written by Frederick Knott and directed by P. Wade Thompson plays onstage at Three Notch Theatre, February 10 – 26. Left to right: Joanne Fuesel, Connor Heveron, Steven Pugh, Lauren Arena-McCann, Jeff Maher, Matt Howe and David Randle. (Photo by Rachael Leissner).
Will Margot meet her maker? Does Tony find a way to fill his pockets with blood money? Twists and turns come without reprieve until the play’s dazzling conclusion. “There was a lot of freedom in developing character and stage movement under Wade [Thompson, director of the play],” says Steve Pugh, a newcomer to the NTP stage. “It was nice having that freedom to kind of figure out my process, my own way of portraying the character.” Pugh describes his character Max Halliday as “charismatic, passionate…” and a person who “thinks more with his heart than his brain.” Jeff Maher, by contrast, is a regular at the theatre. Within the last few years, he’s played both dashing hero (in the slapstick comedy “The 39 Steps”) and foreboding villain (in the military legal drama A Few Good Men). Maher’s Tony Wendice is a combination of both - a proper English chap who uses his charm to disarm those he’s manipulating.
Max Halliday (Steven Pugh) and Margot Wendice (Lauren Arena-McCann) have a secret. A secret that starts the ball rolling on plot filled with twists and shocking surprises. (Photo by Rachael Leissner).
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“It’s a fun thriller,” Thompson says. “It’s an exciting look into relationships, and how they can just go wrong.” This is Thompson’s first time directing a show for The Newtowne Players, although he recently starred as the lead in The Tempest for the theatre’s Shakespeare in the City production in collaboration with Historic St. Mary’s City. Thompson has previously directed seven of Recreation & Parks’ Summerstock shows, and is directing their upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! He looks forward to continuing to be involved with NTP. “I’ve been thrilled working with the actors that we have, and seeing the level of talent that they have brought to the production.” Aiding Thompson in bringing the excitement of the play to life are veteran stage manager Lewis Beckley and assistant stage manager Meg Pugh. The costumes, which bring back nostalgic memories of bygone days, were procured by Stacy Oosterink, and the multitudes of periodappropriate props are managed by Diane Trautman. The play is produced by NTP mainstay Beth Sanford, and lights and sound are both ably handled by Tom McCarthy. The show runs ThursdaysSaturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 3:30 pm, February 10-26 at the Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Tickets may be purchased online at newtowneplayers.org. Discounts are available for seniors 65 and older, students, military and children under the age of 12.
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CURRENT EVENTS support group at the same time their children are in their peer groups. Session begins Feb. 23 each Thu. until Apr. 20. Trinity United Methodist Church, Prince Frederick from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Brittanny Petrzala at (410) 535-0892 or bpetrzala@calverthospice.org.. Applications can be downloaded from: calverthospice.org/childrens-programs. Spectacular Skies This exhibit celebrates artwork that captures Registration deadline: Feb. 16. the vast expanses of the celestial sphere. Works explore the sky, stars, clouds and Eastman Handcrafted Guitars & Mandolins atmospheric phenomena that evoke a Donated a beautiful Rosewood and thoughtful, expressive, and visually monu- Mahogany acoustic guitar and hard case mental presence. Feb. 17- July 23. 10:00(valued at $700) is being raffled to support a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Sculpture Garden, Murray the Maritime Performance Series at the Arts Bldg. Adults - $5; Youth, 6-17 - $3; Calvert Marine Museum. The drawing will be Children under 5 Free; Seniors, 65+ - $4; held at the March 17 concert. Tickets are $10 Military $4; Members free. Annmarie each or 3 for $20. Available at the concerts, Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 during First Free Friday events, and at the Museum Store. Calvert Marine Museum, Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-4640 Link: annmariegarden.org. Solomons. Bingo Every Tuesday At the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department! Admission is $8.00 per person. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m. Food and drink will be available for purchase. For more info contact NBVFD (301) 855-0520.
On the Road Art inspired by travels from local to global. Mediums include paintings to fused glass, jewelry, and ceramics! Come to artist reception and celebrate inspirations on Feb. 11, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The CalvART Gallery in the Prince Frederick Center at the intersection of Rt. 4 and Rt. 231 between the Sakura Restaurant and Dreamweaver Café. Open Wed. thru Sun. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For more information visit calvartgallery.org or call (410) 535-9252. The CalvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County. Month-long show is sponsored by Celebrate with Travel! Bridges Support Group Calvert Hospice’s next session for children and adults grieving the death of someone close. Children and teens are divided into age-appropriate peer groups where creative activities and discussion are used to assist with coping and healing. Adult family members learn the similarities and differences between child and adult grief and gain knowledge about supporting their children as well as themselves. Adults will meet in an adult
Artists in Action Visitors have the opportunity to observe and interact with artists as they work in a variety of mediums. Watch, learn, ask questions, and in some cases, become engaged in an art project. Get an up close look at the working and creative process of an artist. Daily 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. thru Mar. 1. Main Gallery, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Solomons. (410) 326-4640 Link: annmariegarden.org. Farmer Training for Intensive Small-Scale Food Production Operations 2017 This Farmer Training and Certification module provides an opportunity for urban and peri-urban farmers to learn how to write nutrient management plans for their own operations. $20. Feb. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 23 (exam), Mar. 6 (plan development). 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. University of Maryland Prince George Extension Office, Center for Educational Partnership, 6200 Sheridan St., Riverdale, Md. 20737. For more information contact: Dr. Patricia Steinhilber, Coordinator, Ag Nutrient Management Program at psteinhi@umd.edu or (301) 405-1319.
midnight. $15/person includes soft drinks or draft beer and munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in Jewelry Trunk Show: The Calvert Marine the upper level Ballroom. For info call Museum store presents an exquisite (301) 855-6466. Reservations: selection of jewelry that highlights both new LBloyer@Verizon.net. artists and perennial favorites. Get a free box of sea salt caramels with a $50 or more Valentine's Day in the Vineyard: Spend jewelry purchase. New this year is special a fun and romantic evening under the guest, Black Point Chocolatier, on hand stars with Running Hare Vineyard! Enjoy with delectable samples of handcrafted a complimentary glass of wine or beer, live chocolates and confections, also for sale. music by Most Savage Gentlemen and a 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Calvert Marine scrumptious full buffet dinner. 7:00Museum Store, Solomons. Call (410) 11:00 p.m. $50/person for VIP Club 326-2750 or visit calvertmarinemuseum for members (limit of 2 tickets per membership) and $55/person for non-members. more info. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are non-refundable. No tickets will be Friday, February 10 sold at the door. For questions or to order please call (410) 414-8486. Steamed Shrimp Dinner: Hosted by the tickets Running Vineyard, 150 Adelina Sons of the American Legion Stallings- Rd., PrinceHare Frederick. Williams Post 206. Dinner served from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the lower level dining Retro Rockets: The South County room of the Post on Rt. 260 in Chesa- Concert Association (SCCA) presents an peake Beach. $12 includes sides, roll, and evening of classic oldies including rocka beverage. Public warmly welcomed. and-roll, ballads, rhythm-and-blues and For more info call (301) 855-6466. instrumentals. 7:30 p.m. Southern High ALpost206.org. School, 4400 Solomons Island Rd. (Rt. 2), Harwood. Admission is free to subscribers of the SCCA, Anne Arundel Saturday, February 11 Community Concert Association Shade Gardening with Native Plants: (AACCA) and the Maryland Concert Learn about some native plants that are Series (MCS). General admission $20. adapted to shade; add color and texture to For more info contact F. R. Gouin (301) (410) your landscape. Example garden designs 789-3295 or Betty Knupp will be presented. Karen Anderson Master 956-4881. Gardener, Master Naturalist. Master Gardner Series, 10:00 a.m. Calvert Sunday, February 12 Library Prince Frederick. (410) 535-0291. calvert.lib.md.us. All U Care to Eat Sweetheart Breakfast: Bring your Sweetheart to start the day with Murder Mystery Dinner - A Diva's a hearty breakfast including the Chef’s Final Curtain Call: The evening’s perfor- Belgian waffles with strawberries and cream, mance is a fundraiser produced by The sausage, scrapple, bacon, scrambled eggs, Community Mediation Center of Calvert home fries, biscuits, pastries, fruit, chip beef County (CMCC) and Inspector Amy and assorted beverages. Public welcome. Lilly of Murder Mystery Events. Asbury Door prize drawings. Hosted by the AmeriSolomons’ Riverview Room, 11100 can Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post Asbury Circle, Solomons. Doors open at 206. 8:00-11:00 a.m. in the upper level Post 6:30 p.m. Proceeds help continue to fund Dining Room. Chesapeake Beach on Rt a range of free conflict resolution services 260. Adults $12; kids 6-12 $6; kids under 6 and educational workshops available to all free. Bloody Marys will be available for a Calvert residents. $45/each can be nominal charge. For info call (301) purchased online at: calvert- 855-6466. ALpost206.org. mediation.org; by mailing a check payable to CMCC at 28 Duke St., P.O. Box Twinkle Twist Bracelets: Learn to twist 1842, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Visit sterling silver wire together to form a rope calvert-mediation.org. pattern, then torch solder cones to the ends to hold Swarovski crystals. Instructor Jerry Nature Trivia: Think you are a nature Garnsey leads an easy introduction to the expert? Grab your friends and test your world of metal smithing! 1:00-3:00 p.m. skills. For participants 21 years and older. Annmarie Garden, Solomons. Cash prize for the team finishing in first as Pre-registration is required. Call (410) well as door prizes. Team fee $60 must be 26-4640 or visit annmariegarden.org paid to be considered registered. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. and trivia at 7:00 Forensic Science: Amanda Tayag speaks at p.m. The registration fee supports Calvert the Carrie Weedon Science Center’s first Nature Society education programs. Sunday Afternoon Speaker Series. Hosted by Mully's Brewery, 141 Schoo- 3:00-4:00 p.m. 911 Galesville Rd., Galesner Lane, Suite 15, Prince Frederick. ville. (410) 222-1625. Directions and more info@calvertparks.org. info at carrieweedon.org/speakers.
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Country & Valentine’s Dance: Time to boogie! Come to the Country Dance at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Public Welcome. If you can't dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One-hour lessons at 7:00 p.m.; dancing from 8:00 p.m. until
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CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Michael Adcock on piano. 3:00 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Bldg. B, Multipurpose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. Free. Info: rfleming@csmd.edu, (443) 550-6011, or csmd.edu/Arts/WardVirts/index.html.
Tuesday, February 14 Family Night Dinner: Chicken Chesapeake by your favorite chef Clarrisse hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Public Welcome. The cost is $10. Call for more info (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org SAL Monthly Meeting: The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will hold its monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Hall, upper level of the Post. All Members are encouraged to attend. For information call Commander Ward at (410) 610-7217. ALPost206.org .
Wednesday, February 15 Sea Squirts: Rockin' Reptiles! Free drop-in program for children 18 mo. to 3 yr. and their caregivers. 10:00– 10:30 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. (410) 326-2042. calvertmarinemuseum.com. Gills Club: A new free program for girls interested in learning more about sharks. Gills Club is a STEM-focused program from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) with activities designed for girls ages 7–12. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of each month from 5:30–7:00 p.m. in the Harms Gallery, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Preregistration is required. Click bit.ly//GillsClubRegistration. For more info, email Mindy Quinn at quinnmk@co.cal.md.us. Country Current: Calvert Library is proud to present the Treble at Calvert Library concert series. The first in the series is the United States Navy Band Country Current, the Navy's premiere country-bluegrass ensemble. The band is nationally renowned for its versatility and "eye-popping" musicianship, performing a blend of modern country music and cutting-edge bluegrass. Come early to get a seat! 7:008:15 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick. (410) 535-0291.
Thursday, February 16 Open House: This #SmallBusinessLove Open House is open to members of the business community to come in, meet, greet and learn. Light refreshments will be served. Free. To register visit eventbrite.com/e/smallbusinessloveopen-house-registrations-31261816936. The Small Business Development Center Open House. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. St. Mary’s County Dept. of Economic Development, 23115 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown. For more info call (301) 475-4200, Ext. *1687 or visit Facebook.com/SoMDSBDC. NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter 1466, will meet at 1:00 p.m. at the Southern Pines Community Center, Appeal Lane, Lusby. A presentation on Spring Gardening Tips followed by a short
business session. Early lunch at 11:30 Stallings-Williams Post 206 in Chesapeake a.m, at Ledo’s in Lusby. Active and retired Beach on Rt, 260. For information call federal employees, current and prospec- (301) 855-6466. ALpost206.org. tive members, non-members and guests are welcome. For NARFE membership Saturday, February 18 info and application call (410) 586-1441 or email NARFE1466@gmail.com. Herb Spiral Updated: Learn how to Calvert County Democratic Central build it, plant it, and enjoy it! Get lots of Committee: Regular Meeting. 6:30 p.m. delicious cooking herbs from a beautiful College of Southern Maryland, Room B garden sculpture. Presented by Bill Santiff, Master Gardner, 10:00 a.m. 119. Master Gardner Series, Calvert Library Bible Study: Women’s continuing study Prince Frederick. (410) 535-0291. group of the Book of Revelation. The calvert.lib.md.us. DVD /Discussion series by Beth Moore is entitled “Here and Now…There and Sunday, February 19 Then.” 7:00 p.m. Interdenominational Union Church, Fellowship Hall located Frozen Day of Play: Annmarie Sculpture next to the North Beach Town Hall at Garden & Arts Center, Solomons invites 8912 Chesapeake Ave. Questions Juanita families to a day of play and creativity as we Anderson at (410) 257-3555. explore the wonders of winter and ice facebook.com/NBUnionChurch. through a variety of art projects, pretend play, investigations, and more! Drop in and the winter blues with lots of fun for Sat., Feb. 17 & Sun., Feb. 18 escape all! 12:00-4:00 p.m. Members free; Winter on the Bay, A Watercolor: non-members $4; kids 4 & under free. Explore new methods of mingling water annmariegarden.org. (410) 326-4640. and pigments to create a winter scene of snow and frozen water along the shores of Winter Hike: Bundle up and head out on the Chesapeake Bay with instructor Mary the trail with ACLT's Annual Guided Blumberg. Learn to create the illusion of Winter Hike! ACLT guides will take hikers light and shadow on these wintry surfaces. from the North Side Trailhead at Double Light watercolor experience required. Oak Farm to the Chesapeake Bay 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Annemarie Overlook. Hike along lovely winter touched Garden, Solomons. Pre-registration is trails, past the impressive 20 ft long beaver required. Call (410) 326-4640 or visit dam, up to great views of both the Bay and Parkers Creek. Challenge level: Moderate. annmariegarden.org. Some steeper hills. No strollers. Ages 7 and over. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Free. American Chestnut Land Trust, Double Oak Farm, 676 Friday, February 17 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick. (410) Winter Greens: Ages 13 years through adult 414-3400. Register at acltweb.org. learn to identify some of our evergreen plants. Explore the forests in search of the ferns, herbaceous plants, and trees that are Monday, February 20 green in the winter. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. All Calvert Library Members free. Nonmembers $8/ person. Presidents Day: Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm, 2695 Grays locations will be closed. Rd., Prince Frederick. (410) 535-5327. Link: calvertparks.org/event-2358938. Eco-Explorations: A hands-on exploration Co-sponsored by the Maryland Native Plant of the natural world of Annmarie Garden. What are the differences and similarities of Society. domesticated and wild felines. Kids will Shrimp Alfredo Dinner: The Chef will be make a cat toy to take home. Families are dishing up this luscious entre with all the invited to bring their natural treasures to sides and a beverage from 5:30-7:00 p.m. share. Reservations are not required. AdmisHosted by the American Legion Auxiliary sion is free for members; $5 for adults; $4 for Stallings-Williams Post 206. This is a meal military; $3 for youth; free for children 5 & you won’t soon forget. In the lower level under. 10:00-11:00 a.m. Annmarie Sculpdining room. $12 including sides, salad, and ture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons, beverage. The Post is on Rt, 260 in Chesa- More info: visit annmariegarden.org or call peake Beach. Questions (301)855-6466. (410) 326-4640. Public Welcome. ALpost206.org . Migrating Birds Homecoming: Soon The Redwine Jazz Band plays Mardi Gras: birds will begin their preparations for The Maritime Performance Series presents springtime. Help make their move easier by classic American jazz. Doors open at 6:00 creating a nesting box and nets filled with p.m. with beer and wine for sale. Perfor- bright and colorful nesting materials. Check mance at 7:00 p.m. in the Harms Gallery, out a pair of binoculars from the Discovery Calvert Marine Museum. Solomons. $15 Room to use in the Marsh Walk, where you online at bit.ly//MaritimeConcerts. $20 at may see the first signs of our feathered the door. Visit calvertmarinemueseum.com friends as they return to the Chesapeake. Free with museum admission. The Museum for more info. Store will be stocking plush Audubon birds Membership Meeting: All members of the with real bird calls, along with plenty of bird American Legion Stallings-Williams Post identification books for children and adults. 206 are encouraged to attend the general 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. meeting starting at 7:00 p.m., in the Upper Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Visit Level Meeting Hall at the American Legion calvertmarinemueseum.com for more info.
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