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Establishing Trust for Transportation Funds

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Serving in different legislative houses, representing different parties, two local elected officials want laws to protect transportation funding from future governor administrations that use it to balance the budget.

Sen. Roy Dyson (D- 29 Calvert and St. Mary’s) and House Minority Leader Del. Anthony J. O’Donnell (RDist. 29C) have signed similar bills calling for a constitutional amendment to establish a trust fund for state transportation revenue.

If passed, the bill, SB253, would go to a referendum on the 2014 election ballot.

“It’s a great idea,” Dyson explained. “Of course the powers that be don’t want this. But if it went to the voters it would pass overwhelmingly.”

Dyson estimated over the last several years that legislators used $1.1 billion from the transportation fund to balance the budget. The missing funds prevent opportunities to repair or maintain local roads and build priority projects like a new Thomas Johnson Bridge connecting Calvert and St. Mary’s counties.

“That bridge could’ve been built just with the money that was siphoned off,” Dyson said.

Revenue sources like gas taxes and fees at the state’s airports contribute to the transportation fund, Dyson said, making it one of the largest in the state’s budget.

But leaders delayed road projects to keep the budget balanced as required by the Maryland constitution.

This had to stop, he said.

“Without the lock box it’s very tempting,” Dyson said of SB 253. “It’s just too overwhelming.”

Putting the transportation money in trust would bolster voters confidence that future gas taxes will fund better roads and transportation, Dyson said.

“It’s the right thing to do, it’s what people want,” he said.

The bill that O’Donnell signed onto, HB 176, intends all federal funds for state transportation would be used for that purpose.

Del. John Bohanan said the problem is the drying up of the stream of revenue going into the state.

The gas tax, funding one-quarter of transportation projects, has steadily shrunk with modern fuel-efficient vehicles.

Bohanan said the state paid the transportation fund back more than it took out; however, the state cut back the highway user revenues

During the last election some county voters were surprised to find they weren’t required to show a photo identification, instead identifying themselves with a name, address and date of birth.

Lawmakers are looking to tighten the rules on providing identification to vote.

Several local elected leaders to the state house in Annapolis have thrown their support behind a bill that would require voters to show their proof of identity before casting their ballots.

House Minority Leader Anthony J. O’Donnell (R), Del. John F. Wood (D) and Del. Mark Fisher (R) have signed onto Anne Arundel Del. Nicholaus Kipke (R) bill HB 137.

The bill requires that before a person is allowed to cast a ballot, the election judges checks either a government-issued identification card, a voter notification card or a sample ballot mailed to the prospective voter at their address.

Under current law election judges are only allowed to ask for a person’s name, address and date of birth before allowing them to vote.

Local elections officials have said that voters have tried to provide photographic or other forms of identification only to be told it is not required; this, they said, made voter fraud possible if someone else knew their name, address and date of birth.

Wood said in years past that elections judges were familiar with the voters in their precincts and could tell if someone was impersonating another.

But now, with elections judges and precinct residents not as close the old guard against fraud is not there anymore, he said “You could bring in a busload of people from Pennsylvania … and all you need is a name, address

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usually sent back to repair county roads.

He said the state projects by 2018 that its revenue will only cover maintenance of its existing network with nothing left for new construction.

“We’re not bringing in enough money, that’s where we are,” Bohanan said. The proposed laws “provide a false hope… it gives the perception that we’re solving a problem that doesn’t actually exist.”

O’Donnell said passing the measure would restore public confidence in how tax dollars were spent.

“We need to have confidence that the money raised for transportation projects actually goes there,” O’Donnell said.

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Del. John Bohanan said such bills sought to suppress voters and were “a solution in search of a problem.”

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Bohanan said elected officials should focus on opening up opportunities for early voting and to increase voter participation.

“That’s what we should be focused on,” Bohanan said. “We should be encouraging 100 percent of eligible voters to participate.”

O’Donnell said the state should make it easy for state residents to get an ID card if they do not have a driver’s license.

“We need to make voting easy but you can’t enter the State House without photo identification yet you can vote without it,” O’Donnell said. He pointed to Democrat Wendy Rosen, who ran against Rep. Andy Harris on the Eastern Shore, and her indictment by federal authorities last year for allegedly voting in two Baltimore elections in 2006 and 2010 despite actually having her legal residence in Florida.

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Captain Big’s Liquor License Staggers

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Captain Big’s bid to transfer a liquor license to the current owners was unsuccessful, with the liquor board worried about multiple calls for police to the location since October.

“It appears to be escalating, and you need to get a handle on that,” said board member Beth Swoap.

Co-owner Jeff Zutant said attempted to address the issues by security cameras, security posted at the door and in the parking lot

and changing the music selection to appeal to an older crowd.

Liquor board council Eugene Pitrof questioned the legality of Mark Eckenrode, Zutant and KC York operating under Kevin York’s license. He said only the license holder should stand to profit from the liquor license, which does not appear to be the case at Captain Big’s.

The board voted to give the men two weeks to devise a comprehensive plan to ensure Captain Big’s does not become a trouble location. They will be back before the board

in February to discuss the license transfer.

“We’re not going to be a board that turns a blind eye,” said board president Alonzo Barber.

In other news, the liquor board is preparing for the Woodburns appeal, the continuation of the McKay family’s bid to transfer of Woodburns Beverages’ wine and beer license to the Lusby Food Lion grocery store.

“It’s going to be a significant case in the state of Maryland,” Pitrof said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Predicting Budget Deficit Like Forecasting Weather

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County faces a $9.3 million budget deficit in 2014, but that number is a shifting target, according to Director of Budget and Finance Tim Hayden.

“Anyone who forecasts will see change,” Hayden said.

Taxes make up a large amount of the budget. There are approximately 39,000 taxable parcels in Calvert. Property values are reassessed on a three-year cycle, with one of

each of the three districts reassessed yearly.

Hayden anticipated a 15 percent decrease in District 2 property values, but the drop was 11.3 percent, bringing in more revenue than predicted.

Income tax revenues remain variable until fourth quarter numbers come in at the end of February.

To offset the increasing demands on a shrinking budget, the county instituted a soft hiring freeze, making every department director re-evaluate the need for a position before hiring somebody to fill it.

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Deputy Director of Finance and Budget Joan Thorp said the county has a similar freeze on equipment purchases. The county encourages departments to make equipment last longer when possible, and consider repairs rather than replacements.

Corporate entities pay a public utility tax. SMECO and Dominion Cove Point pay the largest taxes. Constellation Energy pays a $19.6 million lump sum in lieu of the tax, Hayden said.

Property tax is approximately 62.5 percent of the budget. Income tax is 28.8.

The Board of Education receives 47.8 percent of the budget, subdividing it into its own operating budget.

The county’s first year of paying into the teacher pensions costs nearly $2.8 million.

Next year’s payment is estimated to be $3.6 million, then to $4.1 million in 2015 and $4.8 in 2016, when the local government will fully fund the pensions.

The county has offered an incentive for 44 eligible employees to retire. Thorp spoke to 30 possibly interested employees on Jan. 20. The county would save $1.24 million annually if all eligible employees take the incentive.

For more information, including a PDF of the full budget book, visit www.co.cal. md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Shop Maryland Energy, February 16-18 Six Percent Sales Tax Waived on Qualifying ENERGY STAR Products Annapolis, MD –Comptroller Peter Franchot reminded Marylanders to take advantage of Shop Maryland Energy, a tax-free weekend on select ENERGY STAR products.

Beginning on Saturday, Feb. 16 at 12:01 a.m. and ending on Monday, Feb. 18 at 11:59 p.m., Marylanders will not pay the six percent state sales tax on qualifying ENERGY STAR product purchases.

Resulting from legislation passed in the 2007 special session of the Maryland General Assembly, this tax-free weekend is scheduled for the Saturday immediately preceding the third Monday in February until the third Monday of February. This annual tax holiday will occur in perpetuity until the legislature decides to revisit the issue.

“This annual event allows consumers who purchase

ENERGY STAR products to save money on the initial purchase and future energy bills, while simultaneously benefitting Maryland retailers with a boost in sales,” said Franchot.

During Shop Maryland Energy, air conditioners, clothes washers, furnaces, heat pumps, standard size refrigerators, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL), dehumidifiers and programmable thermostats that have been designated as meeting or exceeding the applicable ENERGY STAR efficiency requirements developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy will be tax-free.

“This weekend provides consumers with a win-win,” said Patrick Donoho, president, Maryland Retailers Association. “Consumers will save money by not paying the sales

tax on qualified appliances and savings on future energy costs while helping the environment with more energy efficient appliances.”

The ENERGY STAR label was established to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy. The label makes it easier for consumers to identify energy-efficient products that offer savings on energy bills without sacrificing performance, features, and comfort. A list of ENERGY STAR items may be found at: www.energystar.gov. For more information, visit the Comptroller of Maryland's Web site, www. marylandtaxes.com, e-mail shopmaryland@comp.state. md.us, or call 410-260-7980 in Central Maryland, or tollfree, 1-800-MD-TAXES.

Attorney General Gansler Forms Internet Privacy Unit Data Privacy Day Heightens Focus on Online Safety Efforts Baltimore, MD (January 28, 2013) – Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler today announced the formation of a new

unit within his office focused on protecting the privacy of online users. The announcement coincides with today’s cel-

ebration of Data Privacy Day, a global campaign to make consumers more aware of their digital footprint – personal information and sensitive records that are collected, shared and stored online.

“Internet privacy is one of the most essential consumer protection issues of the 21st century,” said Attorney General Gansler. “I created this new unit to ensure that Marylanders who use the Internet every day have someone on their side, watching out for illicit online activities and working with key stakeholders to improve gaps in privacy policies.”

As current president of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), Attorney General Gansler is spearheading a national initiative entitled “Privacy in the Digital Age.” A three-day conference this spring will be the centerpiece of that yearlong examination.

Attorney General Gansler’s Internet Privacy Unit is an interdivisional unit that includes Chief Deputy Attorney General Katherine Winfree, Senior Advisor Antigone Davis, Consumer Protection Division Chief William D. Gruhn, Consumer Protection Division Deputy Chief Philip Ziperman and Assistant Attorney General Steve Ruckman, who is serving as director of the Unit.

The Unit will monitor companies to ensure they are in compliance with state and federal consumer protection laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which, in most cases, restricts companies from collecting personal information of children under 13 years old. The Unit will also examine weaknesses in online privacy policies and work alongside major industry stakeholders and privacy advocates to provide outreach and education to businesses and consumers to broaden awareness about privacy rights so they

are more equipped to manage online privacy challenges. Additionally, the Unit will pursue enforcement actions where appropriate to ensure consumers’ privacy is protected.

The emergence and evolution of the Digital Age has created new and significant privacy risks for both consumers and businesses. Attorney General Gansler’s initiative is focused on exploring the best ways to manage those risks – from geo-location tracking to cyberbullying, from data collection to data breaches – bringing the energy and legal weight of NAAG to investigate, educate, and take steps necessary to ensure that the Internet’s major players protect online privacy and provide meaningful options for privacy control. Last year, Attorney General Gansler led a charge by 36 state attorneys general to demand accountability from Google when it unilaterally changed its privacy policy.

“The free flow of information in the Digital Age has made it easier for private records to fall into the wrong hands,” said Attorney General Gansler. “As we continue to combat those challenges, consumers should be vigilant with their online activities to ensure their privacy is not compromised.”

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line from the eastbound lane and went off the roadway and became airborne.

The vehicle landed and rolled over several times. During the roll over the passenger of the vehicle, Mark Ellis Grace III, 25 of Owings, was ejected from the vehicle and continued to slide through the yard and came to rest against a tree. Grace was transported from the scene to Calvert Memorial Hospital and C.P.R. was in progress. Grace was later transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma. Howard was transported to Prince George’s Hospital Center. At this time it is believed alcohol, speed and driver error are all contributing factors involved with this crash. The crash is being investigated by the Crash Reconstruction Team.

Juveniles Charged for Series of Thefts During the timeframe of September 2012 through December 2012 there were numerous occurrences of thefts from motor vehicles in the Chesapeake Beach and North Beach. On Nov. 5, 2012 a suspicious vehicle was observed by a homeowner in the area of Chesapeake Village in Chesapeake Beach. The homeowner called 911 and deputies responded to the area and a high-speed pursuit ensued with the suspicious vehicle, later known to be stolen. The suspicious vehicle struck a guardrail in the Randal’s Cliff area and became disabled. Ray Kinzer, 20 of Chesapeake Beach, was later apprehended. Kinzer was linked to several recent thefts from automobiles in the Chesapeake Beach area and Calvert Investigative Team executed several search warrants. Numerous stolen items were recovered and returned to several of the victims. A second suspect in the thefts was identified as John Letcher, 19, also of Chesapeake Beach. Ray Kinzer and John Letcher were both charged for fourteen open cases of thefts from automobiles.

Investigation further revealed that a group of juveniles were also stealing

from unlocked vehicles in the Chesapeake Beach and North Beach area.

Members of the CalRay Kinzer vert Investigative Team conducted an initiative in the Chesapeake Beach area and two of the known juveniles were caught attempting to break into vehicles in the Chesapeake Beach area. Another search warrant was executed at one of the known juvenile’s residence. At the conclusion of the investigation four males, ages 12, 14, 15 and 16, from Chesapeake Beach and North Beach, were charged with numerous incidents of thefts from automobiles, burglary, and malicious destruction of property. Two items were recovered from the four juveniles.

There is currently unclaimed property that was recovered from search warrants executed at the suspects’ residences.

If anyone that resides in the Chesapeake Beach and North Beach area had items stolen from their vehicles between September 2012 and December 2012, please email TFC Hunt at huntke@co.cal.md.us with a list of the stolen items.

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POLICE BLOTTER During the week of Jan. 21 through Jan. 27 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,320 calls for service throughout the community.

Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.

Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Speed, Alcohol Suspected in Vehicle Death

On Jan. 22 at approximately 11:16 p.m. members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team responded to Lower Marlboro Road and Academy Drive in Owings for the report of a vehicle crash with an ejection. Upon their arrival, they located a 2000 Ford Ranger pick-up truck in the yard of a residence located on Lower Marlboro Road.

Through the on scene investigation it was determined the operator of the vehicle, Arian Leigh Howard, 23 of Anne Arundel County, was traveling westbound on Lower Marlboro Road in the area of Academy Drive. As the vehicle entered into the curve, the driver lost control for an unknown reason, and the vehicle crossed the double yellow

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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.

Destruction of Property

Sometime overnight between Jan. 19 and 20, someone broke the rear and driver’s side windows on a vehicle parked outside a home in the 3100 block of Dalrymple Road in Chesapeake Beach. The damage is estimated at $500. DFC A. Locke is investigating.

Destruction of Property

A home in the 12300 block of Catalina Drive in Lusby had $300 in damage done when someone cut the screen and broke a window. It did not appear that entry into the home was made and nothing was stolen. DFC J. Hardesty is handling the investigation.

Burglary Case

A homeowner in the 3500 block of King Drive in Dunkirk advised Dep. M. Quinn that on Jan. 22 between 11:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. someone entered her home by breaking a window. Approximately $3,400 worth of jewelry was stolen. The case is under investigation.

Destruction of Property

The Sheriff’s Office is investigating a rash of tire slashing that occurred between Jan. 23 and 25 in the town of North Beach. A total of 47 victims had 77 vehicles that had 134 tires slashed or punctured. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. C. Fox at 410-535-2800.

Burglary

A homeowner in the 800 block of San Mateo Trail in Lusby reported to DFC R. Weems that unknown suspect(s) had broken into his home on Jan. 23 between the hours of 8 to 11 a.m. and stolen an Insignia 42 inch flat screen television, a Dell laptop computer, and Xbox 360 game console and eight Xbox games, altogether valued at $1,610. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Weems at 410-535-2800.

Theft

Unknown suspect(s) stole $7,000 in cash and a gold coin from a home in the 2600 block of Plum Point Road in Huntingtown sometime between Oct. 12 and Jan. 23.

The owner advised that he sometimes leaves the house unlocked so is unsure when the theft occurred. Det. M. Mudd is investigating.

Counterfeit Currency

A clerk at the Lusby Fastop on H.G. Trueman Road called police Jan. 23 at 4:45 p.m. after a man tried to pay for gas using a counterfeit twenty-dollar bill. Cpl. A. Moschetto arrived and made contact with the man, later identified as William Joseph Marshall, 28 of Lusby. Marshall initially advised William Marshall that he didn’t realize the currency was fake; however, he then changed his story and said another man he knew had been making the counterfeit

money and had left the paper used to make the bills at his house. Marshall then offered to show officers the paper at his house. Moschetto then accompanied Marshall to his house where the paper used to print the counterfeit bills was located. Marshall was arrested and charged with making currency image with the intent to defraud and possessing/issuing-forged currency.

Theft from Vehicle

Someone stole over $200 worth of property from an unlocked vehicle parked in the driveway of a home in the 3800 block of 7th Street in North Beach. Dep. J. Migliaccio is investigating the theft of an Eastport backpack, a bucket full of various tools, a book and prescription drugs, which occurred between Jan. 21 and 24.

Destruction of Property

A homeowner in the 11500 block of Tomahawk Trail in Lusby advised DFC A. Locke that between 6 a.m. and 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 24, someone broke a window on his home; however, it does not appear that entry was made and nothing was taken. Damage is estimated at $150.

CDS Violation

A sixteen-year-old male from North Beach was charged on a youth report with possession of marijuana on January 24 at 2:06 p.m. after DFC J. Norton stopped the car he was a passenger in for speeding at 7th Street and Madison Avenue in North Beach. The juvenile was released to a parent.

CDS Violation

On Jan. 25 at 11:56 p.m.

Dep. A. Mohler conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Steeple Chase Drive in Prince Frederick.

He found the driver, Glen Preston Baldwin, 30 of Prince Frederick, to be in possession of suspected drugs. Baldwin was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana, less than 10 grams.

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Destruction of Property

Someone damaged the rear door to a business on Skipjack Road in Prince Frederick between 6 p.m. on Jan. 25 and 10 a.m. on Jan. 26. The glass window on a door was shattered and it appeared someone tried to reach inside and unlock a deadbolt lock but were unsuccessful. Nothing was taken. DFC P. Wood is investigating.

Destruction of Property

The siding of a home, a fence, some mailboxes and numerous street signs were spray painted with vulgar words and symbols in Port Republic and St. Leonard neighborhoods between Jan. 26 and 27.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Cpl. M. Naecker at 410-535-2800.

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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.

Burglary: On Jan. 22 at 6:54 am, Trooper Matthews responded to the 3800 block of 7th St. in North Beach for a reported burglary and trespassing. Casey P. Fleming, 20 of Chesapeake Beach, and David L. Deville, 23 of Upper Marlboro, were located in the vacant house. They did not have permission from the owner to be in the residence.

They were both arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Theft of Tag: On Jan. 23 at 4:47 pm, Trooper First Class Esnes responded to a residence in Huntingtown for a reported theft of a registration plate from a vehicle. The victim advised that while the

vehicle was parked at the Sunderland Park and Ride, the rear tag 084M740 was stolen from the vehicle. Investigation continues.

Possession of Marijuana: On Jan. 25 at 7:24 pm, Trooper S. Lewis was investigating a theft from the Prince Frederick 7-11 and confronted Dean Brown, 63 of Prince Frederick, who was walking along Route 231 shortly after the theft.

Although Brown was not the theft suspect, he was arrested for being in possession of Marijuana. He was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia and released.

Possession of Concealed Weapon: On Jan. 27 at 12:18 am, Trooper First Class Esnes responded to the 8500 block of Daryl Dr. in Lusby for a

report of an intoxicated subject being disorderly.

Philip H. Dew 3rd, 38 of Lusby, was located outside the residence. He was in possession of a 10inch fixed-blade knife concealed in his waistband behind his back. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle and Theft: On Jan. 27 at 9:25 pm, Trooper First Class Sorenson responded to the 3700 block of Solomons Island Rd. in Huntingtown for a reported unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Joseph L. Bullard, 27 of Pasadena, took the victim’s vehicle without permission and then used the victim’s debit card to remove money from the victim’s bank account. The investigation continues and charges are pending.

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National Realtor Listed as Number One Alexandria, Virginia – Leaders at CENTURY 21 New Millennium announced to their agents and staff that the company was again ranked as the number one CENTURY 21 firm in the United States surpassing more than 2,500 other independently owned and operated CENTURY 21 offices in 2012 production.

New Millennium joined the CENTURY 21 System in 1998 and has established a sound and successful full-service real estate organization in the Washington, D.C. Metro area. In addition to traditional residential and commercial services, the company offers on-site mortgage, title, property management, and access to a vast network of relocation and other real estate service providers worldwide.

In 2012, New Millennium added a commercial office in Purcellville, Va., residential office locations in Columbia and Waldorf, Md., and their first District of Columbia office with an exciting Pennsylvania Avenue address. According to CEO/ Co-Owner Todd Hetherington, company growth has been “steady, strategic, and service-driven. From the beginning, we have focused on providing exceptional customer care. Our agents and staff do a superb job of combining the latest in technology, market knowledge, and genuine personal care to help our clients have positive, memorable experiences when they buy or sell or rent a home.” The dedication of the company’s agents and employees to their communi-

ties is also evident in their strong support for various national and local causes. Hetherington added that “helping neighbors in need aligns well with the company’s mission.”

Company President Mary Lynn Stone, who, along with Hetherington owns CENTURY 21 New Millennium, added “Serving our communities is an important part of what our agents and employees do and we are very humbled and thankful for their efforts on behalf of our company and individually to make a difference in people’s lives. We are grateful to be large enough to have strong market presence and national recognition, but we will always remain small enough to be very focused on accountability and customer service. Those are the things that set us apart.”

CENTURY 21 New Millennium, with sixteen branch office locations and over 775 real estate professionals serving clients in the D.C. Metro region, is consistently included in REALTOR Magazine’s Top 100 Companies List for all real estate firms nationwide regardless of brand.

“On behalf of the entire CENTURY 21 System, I congratulate and thank the men and women of CENTURY 21 New Millennium for this remarkable accomplishment.

Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to their clients and their community is indeed, exemplary,” said Rick Davidson, president and CEO of CENTURY 21 Real Estate, LLC.

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Women Networking Group Comes to Calvert

Women take part in the holiday event in Annapolis; the first Coffee Connection in Calvert is slated for Wednesday.

By Alex Panos Staff Writer A small business-networking group has been so successful in Annapolis that it will soon be coming to Calvert County.

The group, known as Coffee Connections, is an ideal networking opportunity for local women to promote their small business or products such as handmade jewelry, crafts or paintings, says Kim Shoe, small business owner and event coordinator.

Participants utilize the opportunity to meet each other and exchange contact information. After an initial mingling period, each person gives a brief presentation or talks in detail about her business.

The group will meet once a month at different locally owned establishments throughout Calvert County.

“It creates more traffic in the places of business,” Shoe said.

Coffee Connections started three years ago in Annapolis, and now includes 1,000 members on the contact list.

So many women enjoyed the service in Annapolis, Shoe and fellow business owner Barbara Gill decided to get the ball rolling in her native Calvert County, she explained, recalling one attendee as the “jack of all trades,” selling paintings and offering construction services.

In another instance, a woman in need of a cake for her upcoming wedding found her ideal baker at the connection.

The “lose the mom jeans” was a popular event, explained Shoe, because the presentation provided a great opportunity for people to learn to eat healthier and get in better physical shape.

“This is very exciting because this area has so much potential and so many great little shops to host our meetings,” Shoe said.

As a life-long resident of Calvert, Shoe is an avid supporter of the buy-local initiative.

Promoting a small business can become rather costly, continued Shoe, which is why Coffee Connections offers an affordable means of promotion.

“People that take the time and have courage to start a business… I like to give them my business and keep the money in the local economy,” Shoe said.

She fell in love with the system while networking in Annapolis.

“People that take the time and have coverage to start a business…

I like to give them my business and keep the money in the local economy.”

- Kim Shoe “I know it works,” said the small business owner along with her husband, Shoe runs a law enforcement training and consulting company.

Of course, the host business is responsible for providing refreshments, typically coffee, in light of the network’s name.

“It’s pretty informal, but everything seems to fall into place,” Shoe said.

The kickoff event at Heavenly Chicken and Ribs next week will feature wine, because the event coincides with a wine tasting event at the restaurant featuring products from Fridays Creek Winery. The first connection takes place on Feb. 6 at 4:30 p.m.

Next month, they plan to meet at a locally owned new fitness facility in Dunkirk.

Shoe believes business owners should come out to display their talent and get the word out about their businesses.

She hopes around 100 participate at the kick-off event, but realistically, Shoe expects 30 people will show up – the number of attendees could increase as awareness spreads.

“Bring plenty of business cards and materials,” Shoe said. “You will not be disappointed.”

People interested in the event should visit the “City Coffee Connections” Facebook page, connect via twitter @ConnectCalvert or email Shoe and Gill at CalvertCoffeeConnection@gmail.com alexpanos@countytimes.net

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Two Benefit from Future Business Leaders of America Fundraiser

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

Photo by Sarah Miller Ron and Maria Bonavente bid on Redskins gear.

Huntingtown High School students monitored bid lists, served food and sold bracelets and tee shirts during “A Decade Later,” the 10th annual Future Business Leaders of America silent auction and dinner.

Each year the FBLA selects a different beneficiary for the fundraiser. This year students chose the TriCounty Animal Shelter and Bullying Hurts. In addition to money raised through the auction, bracelets and tee shirt sale funds went to the organizations.

Senior and FBLA President Wil Knowles said he first joined the group in his freshman year, after a representative came to talk to his class. Senior Jennifer Linkins joined in her sophomore year after a similar presentation.

“It’s a successful club,” she said. “I wanted to be part of it.”

Involvement in FBLA builds confidence and teaches skills they will need to thrive, Knowles said. Students learn to interview effectively, build a resume and

“things we really need to know to start life,” Linkins said.

When discussing groups to sponsor this year, Knowles said they were looking for something with a community service aspect and a business component.

The FBLA has raised money for these two groups before, he said.

The students started soliciting donations in October, going out in small groups every month, Linkins said. They talked to businesses in Southern Maryland in addition to going to Annapolis, Baltimore and Waldorf.

Students select and approach businesses on their own, said business teacher and FBLA advisor Nancy Cohen. Cohen has been the advisor for 15 years.

“This is one I don’t miss,” said special education teacher Steve Manning.

Theresa Jackson is a long-time attendee of the silent auction. She attended the last six auctions. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Calverton Students Sharpen Skills at Model UN

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer In June, Calverton senior Haylee Weiner volunteered at an orphanage in the Dominion Republic. Her experience served her during this year’s Ivy League Model United Nations Conference in Philadelphia, when 10 Calverton students represented the Dominion Republic.

Senior Elizabeth Urtso said the Model UN is good place to meet students from other parts of the world. One student she worked with was from Venezuela.

Senior Eleni Brown enjoys researching different countries. During the conference, students approach issues from the view of the country they are representing. Weiner said this is a useful experience because students are normally only aware of big issues on the national level, and know little of the effect issues have overseas.

Students sit in two committee sessions per day, which

last at least three hours, Weiner said. She, Brown and Urtso all plan to find similar organizations in college. Urtso intends to major in international business. She sees her experience in the Model UN as invaluable.

Group advisor Charles Reif said the Model UN boosts students’ confidence and comfort level in public speaking.

Students learn how to construct an argument, listen to other points of view and build counter points.

The International Affairs Association at the University of Pennsylvania hosted the conference. According to the conference website, this year’s gathering included approximately 3,000 students from around the world. The conference has grown so large not all students can stay in the same hotel, Reif said.

For more information about the Ivy League Model United Nations, visit www.ilmunc.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

DARE-ing to Teach the Young

Cardinal Hickey students wait for graduation to begin.

Pat Nutter and Sheriff Mike Evans conPhotos by Sarah Miller gratulate DARE graduates.

On Jan. 22 Cardinal Hickey fifth grade students celebrated their graduation from their two-week DARE program. During the graduation, Gabriela Fortuno, Christian Alianti and Zachary Staver won first, second and third place for their final essays. Each graduating student received a certificate and a gift bag. Cardinal Hickey, The Calverton and Our Lady Star of the Sea are the only schools in Calvert County to offer DARE at the elementary level, DARE Coordinator Sgt. Mike Bomgardner told students during the ceremony.

Students prepare for the Model UN

Photo courtesy of Haylee Weiner

SkillsUSA Regional Competition this Weekend The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center is hosting the Maryland SkillsUSA Southern Regional Competition on Saturday, Feb. 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the school. Contests open to the public at 9 and the awards assembly starts at 2 p.m.

The public is invited and encouraged to observe the variety of career contests offered at this event. Students from the Forrest Center in St. Mary’s County, the Career and Technology Academy in Calvert County, as well as North Point High School and the Robert D. Stethem Educational Center in Charles County will be participating in the contests. Students receiving first, second and third place in each contest will move on to the state competition which takes place April 19-20, 2013.

Contests cover knowledge and skills in a variety of areas including firefighting, nurse assisting, criminal justice, digital cinema production, automotive technology, advertising design and computer aided drafting just to name a few.

For more information, contact Bonnie Skinner or Eric Millham at 301.475.0242 or bjskinner@smcps.org or epmillham@smcps.org.

Please note: The event may be recorded and presented on SMCPS Channel 96, the school system’s educational cable channel, and the internet.

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STORY

‘The Most Dangerous 90 Days in Maryland’

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

The House of Delegates “The most dangerous 90 days in Maryland are the 90 days we meet,” said Delegate Mark Fisher (R-27B) of the regular legislative session, which started Jan. 9.

Taxes hit individuals hardest who can least afford to lose money, Fisher said, adding that for the state to raise taxes because the people who control Annapolis say it will fix the budget is “reprehensible.”

In coming months, the general assembly will talk about a new Thomas Johnson Bridge, gun control, the death penalty and options to protect farmers and promote the economic development statewide. The main focus during the regular session will be the budget, said Senate President Mike Miller (D-27).

During his time in office, Fisher has found Maryland is a “one party state monopoly” and, between regulations and everincreasing taxes, citizens and businesses are leaving. To entice businesses to start in the state, Fisher is working on legislation to allow crowdfunding, a type of internetbased fundraising where prospective business owners solicit investors worldwide.

He said current regulations prevent startup businesses from crowdfunding.

An individual can go to their bank, take all their money out and spend every penny at a state run casino, but they cannot make an informed decision to invest in local businesses without regulations getting in the way, Fisher said.

Fisher’s bill would permit crowdfunding without regulation, but he has not formally introduced it. He is working on finding co-sponsors for the legislation. He said delegates and senators draft and introduce

bills through the first month of the session.

He ran for office “because nobody was telling the other side of the story, that retirees, hard working families, job creators, young people looking to get their lives stated, have a government that makes things worse and not better,” Fisher said.

The Delegate Fisher co-sponsored House Bill 106, introduced to repeal the Sustainable Growth and Agricultural Preservation Act of 2012.

Last year’s bill seeks to limit and eventually eliminate the use of septic systems in Maryland on premise is that septic systems are the primary cause of pollution to the bay and tributaries and that wastewater treatment plants are superior systems of human waste disposal, Fisher said. He argued operating septic systems are an environmentally responsible way in which to dispose of human effluent.

In 2012, there were more than 1,700 wastewater treatment spillages.

“These wastewater treatment spillages resulted in hundreds of millions of gallons of untreated sewage being dumped into the bay and its tributaries. It’s ironic that government, who runs these wastewater treatment plants, is the big polluter,” Fisher said.

Last year’s septic bill was a way to further regulate the lives of Maryland citizens, Fisher said. It takes private property rights from citizens living in Tiers 3 and 4 and “is a giant first step toward shifting zoning authority away from local governments and moving it to the state.”

“The practical result will be crony capitalism, whereby property owners will need to know someone in Annapolis in order to make any changes to their property,” he said.

Delegate Tony O’Donnell (R-29C) said

“Anybody can put a bill in, but it takes a leader to get it passed.”

- Mike Miller, Senate President the septic repeal is a “good bill. It points out the flaws in the bill that passed.”

Senator Miller said the septic bill is one effort to protect the bay. The repeal bill has “no chance of passing whatsoever” and is only a tool for co-sponsors to state their position on the matter. He said he sponsors bills he believes will pass, not bills introduced to send a political message.

“Anybody can put a bill in, but it takes a leader to get it passed,” he said.

O’Donnell said Fisher has been “no more or less active than anybody else, but he’s been doing a good job.”

The Man

Delegate Mark Fisher visits with Walter, back, and Judy Brightwell.

Fisher is one of 141 delegates in Maryland. He attended his first session in 2011, wanting to speak for people who “can least afford” continued tax increases. Since 2007, he said the general assembly raised taxes 27

Photos by Frank Marquart Delegate Mark Fisher talks to Alaina Esposito in a local cafe.

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Fisher was born in Baltimore, graduated from George Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in international affairs and economics. He is a first-generation college graduate.

He and his wife moved to Southern Maryland because they liked the way of life the area offered. He wants to fight for Calvert’s way of life.

Fisher is a managing member of Telecom Capital Group LLC, a group that owns and operates cell towers. He is married with three children. His experiences as a father and in the private sector give him an understanding of life some younger politicians may not have. All senators and delegates should have experience in the private sector, he said.

Fisher never ran for office before his successful bid in 2010.

He compared his two years in office to Miller’s 38 years in office. Fisher’s first years in office were “extremely controversial”. In 2012, the assembly held two unprecedented special sessions and in the end increased taxes in May retroactive to January, he said.

“That particular session highlights everything that’s wrong with government.”

As a delegate, he hopes to influence how the general assembly to think about more than increasing taxes to add money to Maryland’s accounts. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Dawn of Recovery

Helping Others to Triumph

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Not everyone responds to traditional 12-step programs, something Dawn Kaczorowski has first hand experience with. She has been clean and sober since June 2010, and uses her experiences to help others kick their addictions and start life anew.

Kaczorowski hosted the first Dawn of Recovery meetings at the Northeast Community Center Jan. 21 and at Harvest Fellowship PCA in Lusby Jan. 22.

Kaczorowski battled drug addiction since her youth, but couldn’t find a program to help her. Kaczorowski spent time in jail, in rehab and 12-step programs, but nothing worked, she said. Finally, she found a program run by counselors who had been in her same position and managed to kick their habits. This was the program Kaczorowski needed.

Kaczorowski wanted to use her personal experience, but she wasn’t sure where to start. She sought help from the Calvert Substance Abuse Services Prevention team. Prevention Specialist Julie Boutaugh suggested locations to Kaczorowski and assisted her in advertising the groups.

Eventually, Kaczorowski wants to form groups for three age groups in all four “zones” in the county. The

zones are Lusby, Prince Fredrick, the beaches and Huntingtown and Dunkirk.

“I want to do what’s needed and tailor to the need,” Kaczorowski said.

Kaczorowski and Boutaugh started small, situating the two groups where they would be accessible to the most people. Boutaugh set up the group at the Northeast Community Center after using the facility for previous events. Pastor Rich Good, a member of the Prescription Drug Abuse Abatement Committee, opened his church for the second group. Harvest Fellowship was the first church to invite Kaczorowski to use the facility, she said.

“It all made sense,” Good said.

He said prescription drug abuse is a persistent problem, and the churches have an obligation to help the community He hopes Kaczorowski’s actions help individuals find help and healing and overcoming “something that has been a huge issue.”

Kaczorowski is a certified recovery coach through the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery.

She wanted to be a psychologist or a counselor since her time as a peer counselor in high school.

Meetings will focus on specific triggers, such as family and relationship stresses and significant others with drug and alcohol addictions. She said they will hold open discussions and she will invite guest speakers as participants show interest.

Kaczorowski is willing to meet one on one with individuals before Photo by Sarah Miller and after group sessions. Dawn of Recovery Founder Dawn Kaczorowski Dawn to Recovery is an alternative to a 12- individuals 18 years of age and younger. Participation step program, not an al- is 100 percent free and confidential, Kaczorowski said. ternative to all treatment, Boutaugh said.

For more information, e-mail dawn.recovery2012@ A group for everyone yahoo.com. The next meetings are Feb. 4 in the Northover the age of 18 meets east Community Center at 6:30 p.m. and in the duplex every Monday at 6:30 in next to Harvest Fellowship, located at 9905 H. G. Truethe Northeast Community man Road in Lusby on Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m.

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K-Mart Stretches Donation Dollars Dear Connie and Staff of Prince Frederick K-Mart, We would like to thank you very much for your help with our Annual Toy and Cash drive. This is the Red Knights International Firefighters Motorcycle Club Maryland Chapter 4’s most exciting annual event. We are very humbled by the privilege to assist children, who through no fault of their own are in the foster care programs. This is our way of letting the children know that someone does care.

Counting only on the generosity of the outstanding citizens of Calvert and St Mary’s Counties, The RKMCMD4 collected over $6,200 over two Saturdays this fall. We were able to buy gifts for over 130 children. We also were able to donate extra animal pillows to each county.

Each county was also given a large bag of extra toys just in case someone was not on the list. The collecting was done through a “boot drive” in both counties. The response was wonderful. All drivers received a candy cane and some motorcycle safety information. Yes, Santa was even there.

As in the past, you and your staff were filled with the Christmas spirit going above and beyond. This year we shopped on three different days and each time, we were greeted with smiles and “Have Fun!” Having over $6,200 to spend does take time. Each year, your staff is more and more helpful. Their knowledge, training and patience are very much noticed.

Over the past few years, we have received over $15,000 in donations, most a dollar at a time. When we started this program, we contacted many other stores to determine where to spend the money. Due to the initial positive feedback and assistance from your store, we chose to exclusively use the Prince Frederick Kmart. We appreciate the continued generosity of K-Mart. Capitalizing on your corporate ads and rewards program, we estimate we have been able to purchase over $25,000 worth of gifts, at regular price. This has allowed us to help Christmas be a bit brighter for over 500 Southern Maryland Children.

In the fall, we start with our contacts to get a list from Calvert and St Mary’s Counties Dept. of Social Services. This list has gender, ages and wish list items. We strive to get the children want they really want.

Each child gets is a hat, gloves and scarf set first. After that, we work very hard to match the gift with the child. All also get a Christmas stocking filled with card, toothbrush, toothpaste, candy and goodies. After shopping we separate and bag each gift. The bags are sealed and tied with a ribbon and that child’s name on it. It is something that they can call their own, which a lot of us take for granted.

Please let it warm your heart knowing what a difference you made in a child life. We would like to thank you again and we look forward to next year.

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Gun Violence Not From the Law Bidding As a voting constituent of the state of Maryland, and a concerned citizen I’m very worried about the proposed Firearm Safety Act of 2013 legislation concerning public safety.

I am in support of stronger background checks, increased funding for school security, increased funding for mental health care, and stiffer penalties for crimes committed using a gun, however I am not in favor of magazine capacity limits or bans on firearms for law abiding citizens.

The current laws do not prevent criminals from possessing guns, or using them in crimes, and as was pointed out in last weeks press conference, police are encountering known felons with guns when raiding their houses. The proposed Firearms Safety Act of 2013 will only serve to limit and make it more and more difficult for a law-abiding citizen to exercise their rights.

Per FBI the most recent statistics, the number of people killed with a rifle of any kind in Maryland in 2011, was two. The number of murders committed with handgun, was 262. I don’t see how banning the semi-auto rifle, which almost all rifles are, will have a noticeable impact on murder rates. Source: (Removed long web link to a 2011 Crime in the U.S. table on the FBI website.)

Furthermore, Baltimore Police statistics show that in 2012, of the 217 homicides committed, 181 were with handguns, and only two were with rifles or shotguns combined. Of those 217 homicides, 79.1 percent were committed by people with known criminal records. 61.6 percent had a drug record, and 45.3 percent had been arrested for a previous gun violation.

Consider also, that 82.3 percent of the victims had a criminal record, with 68.4 percent of them having at least one drug arrest. Source: (Removed long web link to an article in the Baltimore Sun.)

The high numbers for crime involving guns that you see in Maryland are not coming from law abiding citizens or first time offenders. They are coming from those who have no respect for the law. Those who repeatedly break the law, are forbidden from owning firearms, and do so anyway. This is the real problem. This is where the violence is coming from.

The laws proposed that limit magazine capacity, and ban law abiding citizens from buying rifles will do nothing to curb these numbers, as it is the repeat criminal offenders inflating the rates. It’s the gangs, and drug dealers that are killing innocents and each other that are the problem. The problem is not the father who keeps a rifle locked in the closet for home security, or the single mother who works in a bad part of town, and applies for a concealed carry permit so that she has a better chance of going home safely to her children at night. The problem also isn’t the sportsman who competes in shooting matches with a semi-auto rifle.

Please share this with your readers so they can consider the effect that these laws will have on the good, law abiding people of Maryland, before law makers in Annapolis vote on the new gun control legislation. They’re not taking guns out of the hands of criminals, or limiting the number of bullets in a criminal’s magazines, they’re limiting ours. The good. The trustworthy.

Ensuring that if we ever have to defend ourselves, we will be at a disadvantage to those who ignore bans and limits.

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Sheryl Jones Alu, 60 Sheryl Jones Alu, Esq. of Solomons, Md. passed away on January 15. Born and raised in Emmaus, PA she was the daughter of Lloyd and Blanche Jones of Allentown PA. She was married to Richard Alu. She was a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College where she was part of the first women’s graduating class at the College. After graduation she began her extensive law career as a para-legal for Elias Matz Tiernan of Washington D.C. She subsequently received her JD from Emory Law School in Atlanta, Ga. and returned to Elias Matz as an associate and eventually became Of Counsel. Her early legal career centered on banking and security related practices and was also General Council for Perpetual Federal Savings & Loan.

Known for her expertise in mergers and acquisition she was often sought to litigate for corporate finance and securities law and handled Blue Sky security matters. Her recent legal practice was as chief counsel for Jones Alu Law and recently Of Counsel with the Prince Frederick firm of Davis Upton Palumbo & Dougherty.

She was affiliated with the District of Columbia Bar, Maryland State Bar Association, and the American bar Association and was licensed in the District of Columbia and the State of Maryland.

She was previously recognized by Cambridge’s Who’s Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership, and excellence in law.

Ms. Jones Alu had been a Calvert County resident for over 30 years. She was committed to the betterment of Calvert County, and served on several Boards, Commissions, and Committees, where she gave freely of her time and talents to assist local government, private non-profit organizations, and the business community. She served on the Ethics Commission from 1996 through 2011, and as its Chair from 2005 to 2011. She was a member of the Compensation Review Board, the Annmarie Garden Board of Directors, the Calvert County Lighting Task Force, and the Redistricting Committee. She served as the President of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, as well as a Board Member of the Safe Harbor, Inc. Board of Directors. In 1997, she was recognized as Republican Woman of the Year.

Sheryl served on the Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation Board from 2001 through 2006.

She served one term as Foundation treasurer and four years as President of the CMH Foundation Board. During her tenure she made many contributions to the hospital, including serving as Foundation President during the Capital Campaign that raised funds for the expansion of the emergency department and the construction of the new ICU

and outpatient concourse at CMH. She was a devoted animal lover and was especially fond of basset hounds. She was supportive of animal rescue and welfare, and was a regular contributor to Bassett Hound rescue and rehoming efforts. Two of her Bassets, Dudley Doright and Sadie Lady, competed in the Westminster Kennel Club show in New York City.

Sheryl lived life to the fullest, and was devoted to her friends and family. She was always there to unhesitatingly lend a helping hand to anyone with a problem. She was quick to laugh and had the ability to find humor in daily life.

She is survived by her parents, husband, brother Lloyd H. Jones of Emmaus, PA, niece Stephanie Berdik of Boston, and nephew Collin Jones of New York City.

Services were held Jan. 21 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby. A memorial service followed.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Sheryl Jones Alu Memorial Fund c/o Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation at CMH Foundation, Inc., PO Box 2127, Prince Frederick, MD. 20678. For more information please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com

Steve Beatty Sr., 52 Steven Andrew “Steve” Beatty, Sr., 52, of Huntingtown passed away Jan. 20 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was born Aug. 24, 1960 in Washington, D.C. to Carl and Mary Beatty. Steve was raised in District Heights, Md. and attended Suitland High School and Riverdale Baptist School. He married Rosemary Evelyn Partonen on May 9, 1980 and they lived in Forestville until moving to Huntingtown in 1988.

Steve was employed at the Giant Food Bakery, and owned and operated Beatty’s Home Improvement and Repair for eleven years. He was an oil truck driver for Besche Oil Company and most recently a concrete truck driver for Chaney Enterprises. Steve was an avid fisherman and he enjoyed playing guitar, building and flying radio controlled model airplanes, and tinkering with cars and boats.

He is survived by his loving wife Rosemary E. Beatty, a son Steven A. Beatty Jr. and a daughter Christine E. Beatty, all of Huntingtown. Also surviving are his parents Carl and Mary Beatty of Owings; a brother Carl W. Beatty III of St. Leonard; a sister Bridgette Phelps; nieces Mariam and Melissa Wyant and Erin Beatty and a nephew Carl Beatty IV.

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Friends and family were received on Jan. 25 and Jan. 26 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where a funeral service and celebration of Steve’s life followed.

In lieu of flowers or contributions, Steve’s family prefers that you honor his memory with your presence.

Joseph Vincent Briguglio, 69 Joseph Vincent Briguglio, age 69, of Owings, Md. died suddenly January 24, at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, Md. Joseph was born in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 26, 1943 to Joseph and Bernice Jeanette (Yoakum) Briguglio. He was raised in Prince George’s County and graduated from Sasscer High School. Joseph joined the Washington D.C. National Guard and served with them from 1964 to 1968. He was married to Linda Lanham on Sept. 25, 1965. He has been a resident of Owings since 1988.

Joseph was employed as a lather with the Carpenters Union Local # 1590 until retiring in 2008. He enjoyed the Chesapeake Bay and spent many days fishing with his buddy Jimmy Dwyer.

He is survived by his wife Linda Lanham of North Beach, Md., a son Brian Briguglio and his wife Jennie of Newport Richey, Fla., a daughter Kimberly Leider and her husband William of Palmer, AK; three grandchildren; two brothers Gary Briguglio and his wife Sandy of Valrico, Fla. and Guy Briguglio and his wife Norma of Willow Spring, N.C.; a sister Judy Reno and her husband Carl of Augusta, W.Va. and his beloved Chihuahua Millie.

Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, Md. are where services and a celebration of Joseph’s life were held on Thursday at 11 a.m. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com.

Frederick Charles Lewis Jr., 78 On Jan. 22, at his home in Lusby, Md., Frederick Charles Lewis Jr., age 78, passed away from complications of Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s. He was the beloved husband of Rita Lewis, loving father of Cindy (and Steve) Bladey, Vallie (and Paul) Cusick, Zenia (and Ed) Wallish, and Laura May Lewis.

He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Anna, Clara, and Sam Bladey; Gloria and Grant Coonley; and Elizabeth and Kathleen Wallish.

Fred was a lifelong public servant. He joined the U.S. Army as a musician (trumpeter) at age 20 and served in Germany with the 9th Infantry Division band. Fred and Rita met in his hometown of Port Washington, N.Y. and were married in 1956. Fred began his career with the Federal Government in the department of HEW/HHS. He retired as director of the division of procurement policy in 1984.

Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made in Fred’s name to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Ned Mineur Jr., 96 George Edward “Ned” Mineur Jr., 96, of Lusby, Md. passed away peacefully on Jan. 21 in Solomons, Md. He was born on Feb. 18, 1916 in Jamaica, N.Y. to the late George E. Mineur Sr. and Theodora V. Mineur. He

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married June Rose Reichelt on June 6, 1960 in Stuart, Fla. Ned graduated from Baylor College in Waco, Texas with a Master’s Degree and went on to serve in the US Air Force for 26 years. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.

Ned is survived by his wife of 52 years, June Rose Mineur of Clinton, Md., and siblings, Leonard Mineur of New Hope, Pa. and Gloria Mineur of Harrisburg, Pa..

The family receiveed friends on Jan. 28 in the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD. Graveside Services will be held on Friday, February 8 at 1 PM in MD Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md.

Charles Haywood Roberts Sr., 82 Charles Haywood Roberts Sr., 82, of Lusby, Md. passed away on Jan. 21 at his residence.

He was born on April 3, 1930 in Charlottesville, Va. to the late Walter Roberts and Maggie Shifflett Roberts.

Haywood married his beloved wife Delmae Frances Roberts on Dec. 23, 1950 in Prince Frederick, Md. They just celebrated their sixty-second wedding anniversary. Haywood worked as a carpenter his whole life. He loved gardening, being outside, and traveling, especially to the mountains. Haywood and Delmae traveled to Fla. for many years, residing there in the winter months.

Haywood is survived by his loving wife Delmae Frances Roberts; devoted children Franny and her husband David Phifer of Lusby, Md.; Kathy and her husband Billy Clay of Lusby, Md. and Charles H. Roberts Jr. and his wife Jaleh of Patterson, N.Y.; grandchildren Rhonda and her husband Marty Wojchichowski, Travis Phifer, Sylver and her husband Jason Hinton, Billy and his wife Mable Clay, and Stacy and her husband Andy Clas; great grandchildren Dreyden, Madison, Trendin, Maci, Billy and Emma. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Haywood was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Edna Morris, Virginia Beverly and Dot Via, amd his brothers Irvin, James, Sam, and Clark Roberts.

Services and interment are private.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, Md. For more information please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes. com.

Edward “Ed” Joseph Rupard, 82 Edward “Ed” Joseph Rupard, age 82, of North Beach, Md. died on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, Md. He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Jean; four sons Steve and his wife, Jeanie; Ed and his wife, Linda; Scott and his wife, Dana; and Dan and his wife, Terry. He will also be missed by his 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Ed retired as a Battalion Chief with the Washington D.C. Fire Department in 1977, after a 25 year career. He and Jean have resided in Calvert County since 1972.

A private interment took place at Southern Memorial Gardens on Friday, Jan. 25. a

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Power Plays Huge in Dematha Prep’s 6-1 Triumph over H-Town

Girls 1/23: Calvert 50 – 38 @ Westlake

1/23: Huntingtown 40 – 44 @McDonough

1/23: McDonough 49 – 45 @ Huntingtown

County Individual SMAC Champions

Led by senior Spencer Keogh, Dematha Catholic’s prep squad glided past the Huntingtown Hurricanes in a private school verus public school matchup. Keogh finished with a team-high two goals and three points.

Senior Grant Grieco, senior Garrett Hasken, and junior defenseman Andrew Malloy all finished with two points.

Both teams started out with impressive defensive play, as the game was scoreless and tightly contested throughout the first five minutes. However, Bauer Cipressi’s major penalty put the Canes’ in a difficult situation.

Malloy cashed in on the power play, opening the scoring with an outside shot at the six-minute mark. From that point onward, the rest of the game belonged to the private school.

While the Canes were under intense pressure near the end of the first, the period ended only 1-0 in Dematha’s favor. The Dematha’s Kyle Hooper (9) celebrates with teammates after a goal while Huntingtown defenders look on score could have been much more lopsided, in disappointment. but H-Town keeper Cody Powers made sev- Hasken whipped a pass across the mouth of The scoring did not end there. Deeral outstanding saves and continued to do so Huntingtown’s goal. Forward Sean Watson matha responded at the two minute mark throughout the game. However, Powers’ im- was right there to one-time it past an off-balwith Keogh’s second goal of the game, pressive play dialed down a bit in the second, ance Powers, putting Dematha up 5-0. scoring off a pass from defenseman Tyler and the flood gates opened. Keogh, forward Huntingtown finally got on the board Pat Tanski, and forward Steve Partlow all with about five minutes left in the game. Ju- Shaak.

Hudson collected the W, making 11 managed to sneak shots past the Hurricane nior Jason Merewitz won a faceoff in the atgoalie, and the score was 4-0 at the second tacking zone and guided the puck to Bryce saves for a 0.917 save percentage. Penalties plagued the Hurricanes. They seemed intermission.

Oursler. With plenty of time to pick out a Dematha did not wait long after the spot, Oursler sniped the upper corner, ruin- to constantly have a man in the box. Debreak to extend their lead. After receiving ing Dematha goalie Jonathan Hudson’s clean matha, on the other hand, had only 5 pena quick pass from forward Jackson Slattery, sheet. alties the entire game.

The Gatorade Controversy Are the decades of lies and deceit finally coming to an end?

Will PepsiCo’s move be the beginning to the fall of its legendary drink?

History has proven, one person can make a difference; and when people in mass speak up, you force big business to listen.

The internet can be a scary place for some, but it does have its way of bringing people together to facilitate change.

Back in November of 2012, 15-year-old Sarah Kavanagh launched an online petition.

This teenager from Mississippi is now being credited for forcing PepsiCo to remove a patented flame retardant from its citrus flavored Gatorade. No, that’s not a typo; I did say flame retardant. Are you surprised?

Gatorade has been living on its introduction to the world by the University of Florida football team, and their claims that credited Gatorade as having played a part in their first Orange Bowl win over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in 1967. Many decades later, Gatorade is PepsiCo’s fourth largest brand in worldwide sales. Over the decades a lot has changed and basically all that remains

Boys 1/22: Westlake 57 – 89 @ Calvert

1/23: Northern 74 – 36 @ Lackey

By Marcus Reid Huntingtown High Gazette Sports Intern

By Debra Meszaros CSN www.MxSportsNutrition.com

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from the original Gatorade is its name. The original version of Gatorade consisted of a combination of water, sodium, sugar, potassium, phosphate, and lemon juice. Read that Gatorade ingredient label now and you’ll see that Gatorade transformed from a simple home recipe, into commercial junk food.

What most popular sports drinks aren’t telling you…

Gatorade is not really any different from many of the leading sports drinks on the market today. There are many undesirable ingredients hidden in all these beverages. The ingredient names sometimes give the impression that they are a natural ingredient.

One perfect example is brominated vegetable oil (BVO). It doesn’t sound as bad as flame retardant does it? BVO is actually found in numerous citrus flavored beverages, Mountain Dew, Orange Fanta, and Powerade. It is used in the United States to prevent citrus flavoring oils from floating to the surface of the beverage. BVO is banned in many countries including Europe and Japan. Why do you think it’s banned?

PepsiCo has announced it will be removing BVO from Gatorade but not the other beverages they manufacture that contain it. Unfortunately, PepsiCo is replacing BVO

with sucrose acetate isobutyrate. I call these sucrose based man made substances, designer drugs; somehow years later we seem to discover some negative side effects these substances have on the human body. Sucrose acetate isobutyrate is not a natural ingredient recognizable by the human body; it’s truly a chemical and is used in lacquers, printing inks, and hot melts. Doesn’t sound like anything you’d want to place inside your body?

BVO is just one of many undesirable ingredients that can be found in sports drinks, so I suggest you start with some purified water and mineralize it yourself. There are a lot of great electrolyte powders on the market today that you can just add to your water, but be sure to read those ingredient labels too!

Or you can always go back to Grandma’s old recipe of orange, lemon, and limes slices added to your water. It’s refreshing and natural, just the way Mother Nature intended it. ©2013 Debra Meszaros MXSportsNutrition.com.

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DISCLAIMER: When you read through the diet and lifestyle information, you must know that everything within it is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional. I am making no attempt to prescribe any medical treatment. You should

Boys

Girls

Quajae Jones, Huntingtown, 55M Hurdles & Long Jump

Shania Collins, Huntingtown – 500M Dash

Ishmael Kamara, Patuxent, Triple Jump

Courtney Mattson, Calvert – 3200M Run Huntingtown 4x800 Relay (Sarah Osborne, Stephanie Athens, Clarke Hooper, Kaliyah Gorman)

Indoor Track SMAC Championship Boys

Girls

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Huntingtown – 114.5

North Point – 106

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North Point – 112

Thomas Stone – 93

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Thomas Stone - 66

Leonardtown – 75

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Lackey - 50

Huntingtown – 71

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Westlake - 40

La Plata – 47

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Leonardtown – 35.5

Calvert - 34

Other County Finishes (Place, Points): Northern Boys (7th, 35), Patuxent Boys (8th, 32), Northern Girls (9th, 27), Patuxent Girls (10th, 13), Calvert Boys (11th, 10)

Upcoming Games Boys

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Calvert: 1/29: @Great Mills 1/30: @North Point 2/01: @Huntingtown

Calvert: 1/30: @North Point 2/1: @Huntingtown

Huntingtown: 1/29: Patuxent 1/30: Lackey 2/01: Calvert

Huntingtown: 1/30: @Lackey 2/1: Calvert

Northern: 1/30: Westlake Patuxent: 1/29: @Huntingtown 1/30: Thomas Stone 2/01: Leonardtown

Northern: 1/30: @Westlake 2/1: Friendship Collegiate Academy Patuxent: 1/30: @Thomas Stone 2/01: @Leonardtown

not use the information here for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. The products and the claims made about specific products have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Confirm the safety of any supplements with your M.D., N.D. or pharmacist (healthcare professional). Some information given is solely an opinion, thought and or conclusion based on experiences, trials, tests, assessments or other available sources of information. I do not make any guarantees or promises with regard to results. I may discuss substances that have not been subject to double blind clinical studies or FDA approval or regulation. You assume the responsibility for the decision to take any natural remedy.

You and only you are responsible if you choose to do anything with the information you have read. You do so at your own risk. I encourage you to make your own health decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.

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Hospital Services Completed in One Call

One call to Calvert Memorial Hospital’s new centralized scheduling system, allows residents to make multiple appointments, check on insurance coverage and get instructions about tests or procedures.

On Jan. 29, Calvert Memorial Hospital opened a new program.

With just one call to Calvert Memorial Hospital’s new Patient Access Service Center centralized scheduling service, residents can schedule multiple visits, learn what their insurance covers and get instructions about their diagnostic test or procedure.

At the same time, patients can discover what, if any, out-of-pocket expenses apply and if any preparation is required. The centralized scheduling facilitator advises what time to arrive, where to check-in and what patients should bring with them.

Hospital officials say the new Patient Access Service Center streamlines the entire registration process and eliminates unnecessary duplication. The result is a well-organized system that saves patients time.

According to Franklin Smith, director of Patient Financial Services at CMH, the center was created to provide Calvert Memorial’s customers with the opportunity to use one call to handle multiple tasks while working with the same individual throughout the scheduling experience.

“We believe our customers will appreciate the ease and convenience of the new centralized system,” he said.

The local number to reach the CMH Patient Access

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Service Center is 410-414-APPT (2778). There is also a tollfree number for those calling from work or another location outside the county. That number is 1-855-414-APPT (2778).

In the past, scheduling appointments typically involved making calls to different offices, speaking with different persons who would have needed to ask the same questions over and over again.

According to Smith, the new Patient Access Service Center will handle making appointments for most CMH outpatient services, including the Anti-Coagulation Clinic, Cardiopulmonary Services, Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Diabetes Self-Management Program, Diabetic Counseling, Diagnostic Imaging, Endoscopy Center, Family Birth Center, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Nutritional Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Pain Management Center, Physical Therapy, Same Day Surgery, Spine Clinic, Sleep Disorders Center/ EEG, Speech Therapy, Ultrasound and Wound Center.

He said a completed physician’s order is needed for tests and exams to be scheduled. These can be faxed to the Patient Access Service Center at 410-535-8789. The center is open from Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fax requests are available after business hours.

Sheriff Salutes Vet for Multiplying Hours

Fathers and Sons will, once again, meander Calvert County on Valentine's Day, serenading unsuspecting sweethearts to benefit Calvert Hospice. Last year the quartet passed the $10,000 mark in funds raised for Hospice.

Money to Make Women’s Dreams Come True The Patuxent River Branch of the American Association of University Women has announced “Dare to Dream” program applications are being accepted Feb. 1 through April 15, 2013.

The grants are designed to enhance a woman’s personal growth, artistic skills, educational enrichment or community service. The grants can be used for a large variety of creative ideas and projects. Past grants include establishing a website for a nonprofit; paying for supplies for community projects, and providing fees for further professional certifications. The branch is proud that 28 Dare to Dream grants have been given since 2007, totaling over $6,000.

Women 18 or over and living in Calvert, Charles and St Mary’s Counties are eligible for grants. They may request up to $300 to help them reach their goals. After applications are reviewed, the recipients will be notified by early May and will be honored at the branch’s annual meeting in Solomons in May. To apply, send an email to paxriveraauw@gmail.com or see Dare to Dream information page and application on the branch website www.aauw-paxriv.org.

According to Barbara Fetterhoff , president, AAUW was founded in 1881, and the Patuxent River branch was formed with members of branches in all three counties in 2006 to “advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.”

Pictured are Sheriff Evans, Dr. Terry, and Craig Dichter, Animal Control Officer II

On Jan. 15 Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans presented a Sheriff’s Salute to Dr. Autumn Terry of All Kinds Veterinary Clinic located in Callaway for the service she provided in reference to a search and seizure warrant.

On Aug. 8 of last year the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Unit executed a search and seizure warrant at a residence in Lusby that allegedly had a large amount of rabbits that were not being kept in a humane way. During the search and seizure, Dr. Terry assisted Animal Control and spent approximately 12 hours that day doing field examinations of 265 rabbits, ordering the seizure of 222 rabbits. After assessing the rabbits at the residence she did further examinations at the shelter. During the time that the rabbits were housed at the shelter, Dr. Terry continued to see rabbits at her practice, as well as going to the shelter. She finally ended with testifying in court on the case.

When requested to provide Animal Control with a bill for her service she advised that she was not charging for her services and that she was volunteering her time. It is estimated that she provided approximately 35 hours of her own personal time examining the rabbits at her practice while she was working, at the shelter on her days off, and at the residence when the search warrant was executed. Dr. Terry saved the Animal Control Unit thousands of dollars by graciously not charging a fee. Dr. Terry was nominated for the award by Animal Control Officers.

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Entertainment Calendar Thursday, Jan. 31 • Justin Myles Experience Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 8 p.m.

• Karaoke, Trivia and Ladies Night Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

Dancing Their Way Through Disney

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Dancing has been a family affair for Diane Herbert Dance Studio Founder Diane DiCarlo. She came from a family of dancers. Her parents taught lessons in their basement and, following suit, she and both of her sisters run their own studios.

“I just thought that’s what I was supposed to do,” DiCarlo said.

Having started in 1974, DiCarlo said her studio is the longest running in Calvert.

Former students are current instructors, both with Diane Herbert and at other studios, DiCarlo said.

All dancers have opportunities to go on cruises and to Walt Disney World as part of a performance troupe. She encourages whole families to get involved in the trips and dance lessons.

DiCarlo’s youngest students are three years old. During previous trips, they would take the stage with the rest of the crew at Walt Disney World. Regulation changes in 2009 prevent dancers under 7 years old from performing, she said.

DiCarlo’s students have performed at Disney since 1994. At first they went to Disney every other year, filling the off years with appearances on cruise ships like Big Red Boat, Carnival and Royal Caribbean. She said that was expensive and hectic, so now they alternate between Disney and a cruise ship, taking a year off between. They perform in each location every four years.

DiCarlo’s studio accepts dancers of all ages. For the very youngest, dance classes are their first time away from their parents, but by the four-week mark instructors can tell whether a child will be all right in the class or need another year.

Teacher Alana Van Horn said children should go at their own pace. She had one student who didn’t want to do anything more than sit in the corner and watch at

Friday, Feb. 1 • Mixed Business Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m.

• Last Remains Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 2 • Tripwire Vera’s Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 9:30 p.m.

• Tonight’s Alivi Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m.

• DJ/Karaoke with Hall of Fame Entertainment Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 8 p.m.

The girls from Herbert Dance Studio are ready to go.

first, but within a month she was participating in her dance lesson.

Anna Morris started taking lessons at Diane Herbert when she was 4-years-old.

Now in sixth grade, she is a student teacher.

Competitive squad classes will begin in April or May, DiCarlo said. Anna intends to get involved in the competitive classes.

Activities at DiCarlo’s studio become family affairs.

Anna’s father, Jeff Morris, has been involved in the father-daughter dance every year since Anna began taking lessons, only missing one year when his job took him out of town. He and the other fathers choreograph a routine for the annual revue.

Sue Morris helps behind the scenes, taking pictures and altering costumes.

Dancers are preparing for the annual revue June 7 and 9. This year’s revue will be at Huntingtown High School and will showcase the entire studio, DiCarlo said.

Photos courtesy of Sue Morris

The Diane Herbert Dance Studio has four locations – in Dunkirk at 11219 Lakeside Drive, in North Beach at the North Beach Community Center, in Prince Frederick at 497 Main Street and in Lusby at the Southern Community Center.

For more information, call 410-2573127 or visit www.dianeherbertdancestudio.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

• The Redwine Jazz Trio The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 3 • Super Bowl XLVII Party Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 3 p.m.

• World Tavern Poker Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 1 and 3 p.m.

• Super Bowl Party Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 5 • Acoustic Music Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 7 p.m.

• Steve Nelson and Rusty Williams Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 6 • Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 8 p.m.

• Family Night with Super Magic Man Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 6 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 7 • Karaoke, Trivia and Ladies Night Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) – 9 p.m.

The girls prepare for their performance.

Dancers meet Mickey.

• Stereocase Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Solomons) – 7:30 p.m.

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Learn glass techniques to make a small sun catcher.

All materials included. Cost is $45 for non-members; $40 for members. Registration required.

• First FREE Friday Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons), 5 to 8p.m, performance at 6:30 p.m.

Free entertainment by The Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition and the Calvert County Watermen exhibit.

• Baked Chicken and Mashed Potatoes American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, on Route 260, Chesapeake Beach, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Commander Jack will be whipping up his WorldFamous Chicken with all the trimmings and salad. The cost is $10, including beverage. Call for more information (301) 855-6466. www.ALpost206.org

• Playtime Calvert Library (Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings) 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.

Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun. Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.

• Valentine’s Makers Market Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Support local artists and vendors by buying homemade, homegrown, and handmade goods inside the Annmarie Garden Arts Center. Free admission.

Throughout the Month • Calvert County Youth Flag Football Registration is open for boys and girls ages 5-16.

The first two seasons have been a huge success and we are looking forward to the 2013 spring season. This is a no contact sports and designed to teach the children the fundamentals of football. Each child gets the opportunity to play all positions on offense and defense.

Each season we are growing bigger. Registration will close March 15th. You may visit the website ccyffl.org for more information.

• Pots, Paints and Print Show Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach, daily The show will run from Feb. 1 through 28. This is an exhibition of raku pots by Ray Bogle and paintings by Carol Wade.

Beautiful, elegant raku pots combined with paintings of natural elements and landscapes complement each other in this show. The emphasis is on nature and texture with an added dimension of type or printed sheet music. The paintings by Carol Wade are contemporary textured and impressionistic, tying in with the pots in their natural earthy finishes.

Meet the artists at their opening reception Saturday, Feb. 2, from 1 to 5 p.m.

• “The Things We Love” CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Rd., Prince Frederick, Feb. 7 to March 3 February is the month for lovers and the artists of CalvART Gallery are showing their love through a group show called “The Things We Love.” If you love painting, pottery, photography, wood-turning, jewelry, fused glass, Calvert Gallery has what you want for your loved one or yourself. Arts Council of Calvert County presents a special exhibit of work by Dona Baker for Black History Month in the small gallery at CalvART.

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Community Events

• Garden Smarter: Saving Your Topsoil and Water Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 10 to 11:15 a.m.

A brief description of soil and water cycles; a discussion on controlling erosion and making rainwater work for you; and how keeping rainwater on your property helps our streams and bay.

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Thursday, January 31, 2013

• Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & More Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 12 to 2 p.m.

Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun. Join us.

• Pots, Paints and Print Show Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach, 1 to 5 p.m.

Meet the artists at their opening reception. The show will run from Feb. 1 through 28. This is an exhibition of raku pots by Ray Bogle and paintings by Carol Wade.

Beautiful, elegant raku pots combined with paintings of natural elements and landscapes complement each other in this show. The emphasis is on nature and texture with an added dimension of type or printed sheet music.

The paintings by Carol Wade are contemporary textured and impressionistic, tying in with the pots in their natural earthy finishes.

• Arts Night CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Rd., Prince Frederick, 1 to 8 p.m.

The gallery will feature a class in jewelry making by Mickey Kunkle and Jimmy Cintron.

• Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Fairview Branch ,( Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings), 6:30 p.m.

For 4th-6th grade eyes only. 4th-6th grade students are invited to this series of events, which uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading. Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack will be provided. Registration is required. This month’s topic: Hail to the Chief. Call 410-257-2101

Sunday, Feb. 3

Monday, Feb. 4 • Monday Morning Movies and More Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 10 to 11 a.m.

Bring the little ones for movies and a story.

• Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Reading, discussion and projects for children in K3rd grade. Please register.

• Book Discussion Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 to 8:30 p.m.

The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway or The Paris Wife: A Novel by Paula McLain. The first offers a poignant look at the disillusionment and angst of the post World War I generation. The second captures a remarkable period of time and a love affair between two unforgettable people: Ernest Hemingway and his wife Hadley.

Tuesday, Feb. 5 • Writers by the Bay Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 7 p.m.

Critique and camaraderie among established and would-be writers.

• Free Pancakes at IHOP IHOP Restaurants, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

IHOP will once again invite guests to enjoy free pancakes during National Pancake Day, while celebrating Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals; 30th Anniversary. For more information about National Pancake Day or to learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and make an online donation, visit www.ihoppancakeday.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 6 • Calvert Coffee Connection Heavenly Chicken and Ribs (10812 Town Center Blvd., Dunkirk), 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Calvert Coffee Connections will be welcoming new businesses/members to our inaugural networking event.

There will be a complimentary wine tasting and lite fare.

To attend this event, please RSVP to CalvertCoffeeConnection@gmail.com or call 410-980-5771 no later than Monday, Feb. 4.

• Calvert Library’s Cinema Café Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 6 p.m.

The Calvert Library’s Cinema Café presents The Time Traveler’s Wife, a romantic drama based on Audrey Niffeneegger’s novel about a Chicago librarian who suffers from a disorder that causes him to time travel involuntarily. Showtime 6 p.m., followed by short discussion.

Light refreshments.

• Beginner/Intermediate Wheel with Alternative Firing Techniques Workshops Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons), Times Vary An eight class series with Ray Bogle. Times vary, classes held in the evenings and on Saturdays. Cost is $240 for non-members; $225 for members.

• Playtime Calvert Library (Southern Branch, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.

Playtime is learning a discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a nonbattery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.

• Brownies Badge Program “In the Mud” Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons), 1to 3 p.m.

This program is $11; pre-registration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.

• School’s Out! Wii Gamin!

Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick), 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Join us to play Nintendo Wii. All ages are welcome.

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Thursday, January 31, 2013

The Calvert Gazette

Calvert Library News • Celebrate Black History Month For the small ones, there will be a make-and-take craft offered at each library location the entire month of February. For children in kindergarten through third grade, Kids Just Want to Have Fun themes for February will include Matthew Henson, African-American co-discoverer of the North Pole. Families should plan to attend the living history presentation about Charles Ball on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 2:30 p.m. at the Prince Frederick branch. Sponsored by Maryland Humanities Council, this event features Vincent Leggett as a third-generation slave from Calvert County. Ball was sold to a trader in the Deep South and escaped back to Maryland where he acted as a free man and fought in the War of 1812 on behalf of Commodore Barney’s Chesapeake Flotilla. Ball was discharged in 1814 and published an autobiography, The Life and Adventures of Charles Ball, in 1837. Ball’s story provides a lens through which we can examine the legacy of blacks in the Chesapeake, including their role in the War of 1812.

Leggett, who portrays Charles Ball, is founder of the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation, 1984, and the Chesapeake Ecology Center, 2002. He has held positions at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Anne Arundel Community College, Anne Arundel County and Baltimore City Public Schools, and he currently serves as Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis. Mr. Leggett is the author of The Chesapeake Bay Through Ebony Eyes, 1999 and Blacks of the Chesapeake: An Integral Part of Maritime History, 1997.

He has also developed a curriculum on the Blacks of the Chesapeake, which is used by school systems in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.

For those looking for more personal engagement, the civil discourse planning team is hosting a showing of the film Ethnic Notions followed by a discussion. Ethnic Notions is an award-winning documentary about negative racial stereotypes and the impact they have continued to have on Black America. The 57-minute film will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28 at the Prince Frederick branch.

All month, the main branch will host an exhibit celebrating local African-American history. Billy Poe is an author, poet, contractor, photographer and television host. He has developed an exhibit documenting Calvert County’s African-American community through photos, video and oral histories. The photos will be on exhibit through the middle of March and Mr. Poe will be available on Saturday, March 9 at 2:30 p.m. to talk about his work and to answer questions. The exhibit, called My AfricanAmerican Community: A Collection of Photographs and Stories, 2000-2010 is on loan from Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center, Solomons, Maryland.

For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us.

• Looking for a Meeting Space?

Most everyone knows that Calvert Library Prince Frederick and Fairview Branch have meeting rooms where library events, workshops and classes take place.

Not everyone knows that those rooms are available for community groups and nonprofits to reserve for free when the library is not using them. When the new location for Southern Branch opens, they too will have a meeting room available to the public.

Calvert Library Board of Trustees also recently made a change to the meeting room use policy that expanded the use to include business meetings, trainings, informational sessions and client meetings. Businesses do need to pay for their use of the rooms and will find that the fees are very reasonable. The charges vary by location and can be found on the library website at calvert.lib.md.us/ meetingrooms.html. While the rooms are very popular on weekday evenings, they are frequently available during the workday. According to Patricia Hofmann, Library Director, “The library’s busy-ness on weekday evenings may frustrate some community groups but overall, it is an indicator of the health of our community. The fact that we

have many active community groups, and a lot of demand for library programming, shows how involved the citizens of Calvert are. We are delighted to be the center of so much community activity and engagement.”

Each library location has free Wi-Fi and Prince Frederick has mounted LCD projectors and screens in two of their meeting rooms. There are tables and chairs that groups can arrange for their use. Reservations can be made online from the comfort of your home or office and you will receive confirmations via email. For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us.

• Featuring Artists Calvert Library has been featuring local artists at the main location in Prince Frederick as well as at Twin Beaches branch. Prince Frederick hosts artists for two months at a time and will be hosting The Winsor Salon for February and March. The salon is a group of eight artists that have been painting together for about three years.

They found that painting together was more fun and more motivating than working in solitude. While they work, they talk, listen and encourage each other.

According the Rene Cunningham, art coordinator for the Prince Frederick location, the name of this group was selected to “recall 18th century gatherings of those interested in the arts, as well as reflect the group’s love of the beauty, translucence and opacity of watercolors.” It happens that Winsor & Newton is the watercolor brand of choice for most members of the group. The group members are Barbara Bennett, Peggy Hovermale, Barbara Mason, Carole Purcell, Nancy Schnell, Nancy Ellen Thompson and Karen Zuza.

Calvert Library Twin Beaches is featuring photographer Judith Upton’s work for the month of February.

The tiny branch only has space for a few photos but the pieces they are showcasing are beautifully illustrative of Ms. Upton’s connection to her subject. According to Judy, her mother built a darkroom in their basement when she was young and Judy became hooked as she followed her mother around. She started with what she describes as a little Kodiak camera and now uses a Nikon D-300.

For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us.

Contact Information for some of the Winsor Salon artists in case of interest in a fuller article.

Out&About INFORMATION ON WINDSOR SALON ARTISTS AND THE WORK DISPLAYED Barbara Bennett, Lake Nemi, 2012 Pat Fitzgerald, Canyon de Chelly, Arizona, 2011 Painted from a photo taken at Canyon de Chelley - a National Park in Arizona. The Canyon is actually part of the Navajo nation and is quite beautiful and spiritual - for me, at least. Contact me at: kevandpatfitz@gmail.com Peggy Hovermale, Snowy Birches, 2011 “Snowy Birches” was painted while enrolled in an art class with instructor, Barbara Cox. If interested in purchasing the painting, please contact me at pjhovermrale1@yahoo.com Barbara Mason, Innocence, 2011 I have painted off and on for a few years since retirement.

This painting is for sale. Interested parties, please contact me at barbarajmason@yahoo.com Carole Purcell, Solitude, Limited palette watercolor, 2012 I’ve always liked to draw, and retirement has provided the opportunity to pursue my interest. My favorite medium is watercolor, and miniatures are my passion. I don’t have a favorite subject, but am partial to depicting old windows, particularly ones I’ve seen in my travels. My work is for sale at the weekly North Beach Friday Night Art Fair, May thru September, as well as other local events. carolepurcell@hughes.net Nancy Schnell, Gifts from Sleepy Creek, 2007 Nancy Ellen Thompson, Evening Glow Original watercolor $150.00 My favorite time of year is late autumn and winter. The feeling is warm and cozy.

It doesn’t have to be stark and white. Allow yourself to walk up the road to see the last of the Evening Glow. www.nancyellenthompson.com Karen Zuza, Egypt’s Arab Spring, 2011 The Arab Spring – brilliant, hopeful, troubled, unresolved.

To see more of my work go to: www.zuzapaints.com

Teens/Young adults in recovery or seeking sobriety from drugs and alcohol A Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Group lead by a Certified Recovery Coach in recovery Mondays from 6:30pm-7:30pm Starting 1/21/13 North East Community Center in Chesapeake Beach Room M2

For More Info: dawn.recovery2012@yahoo.com John Mitchell, CSA at 410-535-5400ext.311

The Calvert Gazette

Thursday, January 31, 2013

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