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Plan Questioned on Workforce Housing Issues Former Planning Director Says Plan Lacks Mandates The proposed update of the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan does not contain provisions for requiring developers to provide workforce housing in the town centers. Former planning director Greg Bowen, in a blog posted on the Keep Calvert Country website, says that’s another flaw in the plan’s second draft which has been sent off to the state for review. “Calvert County is a great place to live, but it is not a great place to find a wide variety of housing options to match housing needs,” Bowen wrote. In the blog Bowen points out that the proposed apartment project in the Prince Frederick Town Center has rentals of $1,400 a month. Bowen said to afford that rental, “one would have to earn $27 an hour, or $56,000 per year,” Those figures

are based on the standard recommended maximum of 30 percent of one’s income allocated for housing. Bowen says, “Not many government, retail or service businesses pay their entry level workers $27 per hour in Calvert County. In many cases, the wages of longterm workers are not enough.” Keep Calvert Country has been a consistent critic of the comprehensive plan process. Bowen wrote in the blog, “We support housing in town centers, but, the key question is that if town center housing is built will it be available to Calvert residents seeking workforce housing or will it be priced for and advertised to metropolitan workers who will further crowd our county highways?” Bowen notes two trends that could affect the development of town centers: an aging population looking to downsize and millennials who prefer cities and towns. But as to the latter, he said, “Rural areas

across the country have not been successful in attracting millennials. In the last decade they have been drawn to large walkable towns and cities with great gathering areas and entertainment.” Bowen also notes that the recent Calvert County Department of Economic Development Strategic Plan recommends bringing growth and vitality to town centers. Bowen says, “Creating vibrant towns that appeal to young professionals, or millennials, requires good planning and infrastructure investment by the county to create special gathering and shopping opportunities.” Bowen concludes his blog with a warning: “All of these issues need to be taken into account as the county plans for additional housing in town centers. The best time to do that is during the Town Center Master Plan process. That is yet another reason to defer proposals for town center

The following list of pending site plans was presented to the Calvert County Planning Commission at their Aug. 15 meeting. That means that the proposals are on the list for consideration by the planning commission at a future meeting. Those meetings are now being held at the Harriet E. Brown Community Center (HEBCC), 901 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick. 1) SPR-16-537335, Scaggs Industrial Flex Space Located at 7630 Meadow Run Lane, Meadow Run Industrial Park in Owings, on a 14.61 parcel, zoned I-1. Proposed two multi-tenant light industrial buildings totalling 25,600 square feet. The submittal was accepted February 24, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff & Associates 2) SPR-2017-245, Huntingtown Fastop Located at 3921 Old Town Road in Huntingtown on a 1.01 parcel, zoned HTC, Mixed Use District. Proposed to re-purpose the existing automobile sales building into a joint use, convenience/liquor store, with gas pumps, required parking and utilities. The project is on private water & sewer. The submittal was accepted May 24, 2017. Agent: R.A. Barrett 3) SPR-2017-266, Calvert Hills East Located on the west side of North Prince Frederick Boulevard and Radio Road in Prince Frederick on five (5) parcels consisting of 22.57 acres, zoned PFTC, Village District. The proposed five (5) new buildings contain 96 apartments, a maintenance building, required parking, utilities and recreation area. The project is on public water & sewer. The submittal was accepted September 27, 2017. Agent: Bay Engineering 4) SPR-2018-272, Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department, Company #2 Located at 450 S. Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, on a 4.44 parcel,

zoned PFTC, Town District. Proposed to demolish the existing 18,000 sq. ft. building and replace it with a 29,929 sq. ft. new building as well as expand the parking lot and other site improvements. Agent: Bay Engineering 5) SPR-2018-277, Appeal Training Facility Located at 401 Sweetwater Road in Lusby on a 202.98 parcel, zoned RCD. Proposed 1,152 square foot storage structure at the existing Appeal Training Facility. The clearing and grading for the Outdoor Institutional Firing Range was completed under a previous grading permit. The purpose of the site plan is to permit the construction of the storage building and satisfy the CCZO condition #3 for the Use. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates. The following Major Subdivision Proposed Project List for Upcoming Review was also submitted at the same meeting: 1) SD 09-07A, Evergreen Park, Zellis Property Located on Pushaw Station Road in Sunderland. Zoned RCD, 567.24 ac; 60 proposed lots; Submittal accepted September 22, 2012 - HOLD Agent: Wilkerson & Associates 2) SD 12-05, Georges Subdivision, Lots 1-11 Located on Christianna Parran Road in Chesapeake Beach. Zoned RCD; 54.86 ac.; Submittal accepted September 18, 2012 - HOLD Agent: Wilkerson & Associates 3) SD-2017-047, Shoppes at Apple Greene, Lots 1 & 2, and Outlot 3 Located on Dunkirk Way within the Shoppes at Apple Greene Shopping Center, on a parcel consisting of 15.47 acres, zoned Dunkirk Town Center. Submittal accepted July 26, 2017. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates 4) SD-2017-0048, Calvert Hills East Located on Prince Frederick Boulevard in Prince Frederick. Zoned Town Center

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expansions until each town center plan is updated.” The proposed town center expansions are a key point of opposition by Keep Calvert Country. The group has a community forum planned for Aug. 22 to discuss the issues surrounding the comprehensive plan update. The forum will be at the Holiday Inn Solomons starting at 6 p.m. For more information about the forum topics go to the Keep Calvert Country website at https://www.keepcalvertcountry.com/ dickmyers@countytimes.net

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North Beach Advances Well House, Meter Replacements Town Council Gives Consent to Plan

By Dick Myers Editor The North Beach Town Council has agreed to move forward with a plan to construct a new well house above flood level and replace about a third of the town’s water meters. The proposal was presented by town Treasurer Joanne Hunt at the Aug. 9 town council meeting. The council gave unanimous consent to have an ordinance drawn up for a budget amendment to be presented at a future town meeting. The town had applied for a $429,000 grant to the Maryland Water Quality Administration for the well house replacement and to replace all of the town’s 777 manual-read water meters with new radio read meters. Hunt reported to the council that the projects were included on a draft priority funding list but did not make the final cut for funding. In a presentation at the meeting, Hunt reported, “(The) well house floods on a regular basis. Equipment and chemical storage need (an) adequate structure and security.” Cost for elevating the well house is estimated at $90,000. She said town staff will assist in keeping the costs down. Hunt wrote in a memo to the council: “The priority for meter replacement is the replacement of the meters that have been reading ‘zero.’ There are currently 279 meters that fit this criteria and need immediate replacement.” The zero reading meters are more than 20 years old and just aren’t working if they are connected to an occupied dwelling. The town does receive a minimum fee for use of those meters. New meters would show actual usage. Hunt recommended a four-year funding plan to replace all 777 of the town meters, with the first year dedicated to replacing the zero-read meters. Fouryear cost for the meter replacements would be $327,000.

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North Beach Public Works Director Donald Bowen said all 777 town water meters could be radio read in an hour and a half with a drive by, although he added that probably most of the meters could be read from the town hall. The system will improve efficiency and accuracy, he said. Hunt’s proposal to the council was to transfer a $67,000 line-item currently in the budget along with using $105,000 in a reserve account to cover the well house replacement and the first year of the meter replacements. Total effect on the budget would be $172,000 which would be subject to an ordinance for a budget adjustment. Hunt also suggested that the council budget $67,000 in each of the next three years to complete the total roll out of replacement of the remaining existing aging manual-read water meters with the radio-read meters. Mayor Mark Frazer was not at the Aug. 9 meeting. The meeting was chaired by Councilwoman Jane Hagen.

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Eight Schools in Line for Extra Funding Almost $500,000 Made Available

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By Dick Myers Editor Administrators in eight Calvert County public schools have been hard at work this summer determining how to spend the almost half-

million dollars in special grants being made available by the school board. The board allocated the $472,693 supplemental funding to schools they deemed in need of additional help. Those schools are St. Leonard, Dowell, Patuxent-Appeal and Calvert elementary schools, Mill Creek and Calvert middle schools and Patuxent and Calvert high schools. So far, seven of the schools have submitted proposals calling for funding of $290,145 of the total amount allocated. Patuxent-Appeal has not yet submitted their proposal. That school was under fire earlier this year from both parents and teachers for their perceived lack of discipline. “Some schools have different needs and a more challenging population,” said School Board President Tracy McGuire in explaining the reasoning for the extra grant funding. McGuire made the comment at the board’s Aug. 9 th meeting. At that meeting, the school system’s Chief Financial Officer Edith Hutchins explained how the monies

would be allocated. The funding requests fall into four budget categories: • I nstructional Salaries/ Textbooks and Supplies • Textbooks and Supplies/Other Instructional Costs • Textbooks and Supplies/ Transportation. • Textbooks and Supplies/Fixed Charges. According to Hutchins, the first category would be used to “pay salary expenses for tutoring, Saturday School, instructional coaches, and other school clubs.” In the “Other Instructional Costs” category, the monies will be used, she said, “to pay for consultants, furniture (such as flexible seating) and technology.” In the “Transportation” category, Hutchins said the monies would be used to “pay for transportation costs for after-school classes at Calvert Middle School.” In fixed charges the monies will be used to pay the school system’s share of Social Security and Medicare

costs associated with the additional salaries. All seven schools made proposals in the category called “Instructional Salaries/Textbooks and Supplies.” That category also had the largest request. The biggest request in that category was from Patuxent High School, at $53,225, followed by St. Leonard Elementary School at $51,025. Dowell Elementary School made a request for $36,950 in the “Other Instructional Costs” category followed by Calvert Elementary School with a $21,979 request. Presumably there will be additional requests for the remaining monies left in the grant account and for PatuxentAppeal, which had not yet responded. The school board unanimously approved the budget transfer requests for the special funding at their Aug. 9 meeting. dickmyers@countytimes.net

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Generator Fire Passenger Injured in Destroys Lusby Home Dunkirk Roll-Over By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

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Investigators with the Maryland State Fire Marshals Office say a house fire on Mill Creek Road that occurred Aug. 11 was started when an electrical generator set fire to a nearby doghouse. The fire quickly spread to Photo: Maryland State Fire Marshal the rest of the house, fire investigators stated, and caused $225,000 in damage to the home and its contents. There were no injuries incurred due to the fire; smoke alarms being present and activated. Fire marshals have ruled the fire as accidental. The fire started shortly after 6:30 a.m. in the rear of the home and forced the two residents there to flee; they have since been taken in by family members, investigators stated. The Solomons Volunteer Fire Department responded to the blaze; it took 28 firefighters about 40 minutes to extinguish the fire.

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department personnel responded to a vehicle crash on West Chespeake Road Aug. 11 and found that a passenger van had rolled over on its side. The volunteers found that the driver was trapped inside and eventually were able to extricate the victim from the crashed ve- Photo: Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department hicle, according to fire company information. An ambulance took the victim to a nearby trauma center, the fire company reported. The names of the crash victim have yet to be released.

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On August 3, Deputy R. Shrawder was dispatched to the area of Weis markets in Lusby for a male running into traffic. Cpl. Morgan arrived on the scene and located the subject matching the description given. William Boyer (32) was identified by his driver’s license. Cpl. Morgan detained the subject due to a sharp blade protruding from his pocket. Two pairs of scissors and a pocketknife were located in Mr. Boyer’s pocket. Upon removing Mr. Boyer’s ID from his wallet, CDS was discovered as well as additional CDS and a smoking device in another pocket of his pants. Calvert Communications advised Mr. Boyer had active warrants from out of state as well. Mr. Boyer was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS Possession- Not Marijuana (Suboxone), CDS Possession – Not Marijuana (Zubsolv) and possession of paraphernalia. On August 3, Deputy N. Buckler initiated a traffic stop at Chesapeake Ave/3rd Street for a vehicle operating with no tail lights. Deputy Buckler made contact with the driver and the front seat passenger. The front seat passenger, Michael Blackmon (36), had a possible warrant through VA. Calvert Communications confirmed the warrant was active. Deputy Buckler searched Mr. Blackmon and located a fan remote in Mr. Blackmon’s pants pocket that contained pills. Mr. Blackmon was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS Possession – Not Marijuana (Oxycodone).

On August 3, Deputy O’Donnell responded to St. Leonard Rd. in St. Leonard for a reported robbery. Deputy O’Donnell learned that this incident occurred a short time ago on Prince Frederick Blvd. Prince Frederick. The victim stated he was walking with other people on a path through the woods when William Grisso (19) started to assault him. The victim then stated that Mr. Grisso asked for the victim’s cigarettes. The victim did not have cigarettes, which led Mr. Grisso to asking for the victim’s wallet. Mr. Grisso threw the wallet back at the victim and assaulted him again. Deputy Gott and Deputy Cress then made contact with Mr. Grisso at his residence. Mr. Grisso was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and Charged with Attempt to Rob and Assault 2nd degree. On August 5, Deputy Boerum and other deputies responded to Mutual Elementary School in Port Republic for a reported suspicious vehicle and suspicious persons. Deputy Shrawder arrived on the scene and witnessed two males run around the back of the school, towards the wood line. Corporal Morgan and Deputy Holt attempted to locate the subjects. A short time later, the deputies witnessed two males walking around the rear of the school and enter the vehicle. Deputy Boerum approached the vehicle and yelled commands to stop. The vehicle accelerated and left the parking lot. Corporal Morgan conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver was identified as Nicholas Alderson (19). Mr. Alderson was placed into custody, taken to the Calvert County Detention Center, and charged with Burglary 4th degree and traffic charges.

False Statement to Peace Officer: On 8/9/18 at 7:06 pm, Trooper First Class Kaitz stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Hospital Rd. in Prince Frederick after receiving a report of the occupants acting suspiciously while in a nearby parking lot. TFC Kaitz while checking the license status of the driver, found the driver had given him a false name and date of birth. Ryan F. Gallagher, 40 of Owings was arrested for providing a false statement to a Peace Officer. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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Megalodon hunting Miocene-epoch long-snouted eurhinodelphinid dolphins. Art by CMM artist, Tim Scheirer.

Calvert Marine Museum’s Curator of Paleontology, Dr. Stephen Godfrey, is the senior author on a paper published online recently in Acta Palaeontologica Polonica. It’s a collaborative effort between Godfrey, Mike Ellwood, Stephen Groff and Michael Scott Verdin—avocational paleontologists who found the bitten vertebrae. The paper describes fossil dolphin tail bones that were bitten by the mega-tooth shark, Carcharocles megalodon. Megalodon was the largest predator that lived on Earth 2 – 20 million years ago. It’s estimated that they attained lengths between 50 – 60 feet. From time to time, fossil whale and dolphin bones are found along Calvert Cliffs that show megalodon tooth bite marks. Some of these tooth marks may have been made as megalodon scavenged an alreadydead whale. But the fossil dolphin tail bones suggest that they megalodontooth gouge marks were made by these giant sharks chasing down prehistoric

dolphins and disabling them by biting deeply into their tails. Modern great white sharks are known to disable dolphins by biting their tails. Megalodon could have done the same, as the fossil tail vertebrae shows multiple gouges. This suggests these dolphins’ tails were jammed forcibly and repeatedly between adjacent teeth by powerful bite forces. Powerful and repeated biting seems more in keeping with the disabling of struggling prey rather than the dismembering of a small dolphin carcass close to its tail fluke. Thus, these megalodon-bitten dolphin tail bones suggest this apex predator included this disabling tactic in its predatory repertoire, and that it also actively preyed upon relatively small marine animals. For more information, contact Stephen Godfrey at 410-326-2042, ext. 28 or Stephen.Godfrey@calvertcountymd.gov. Press release by CMM

Christmas in April*Calvert County, a United Way Community Partner, is now accepting applications for work to be done in Calvert County homes on the last Saturday in April 2019. Deadline for receipt of applications is Sept. 30. Christmas in April*Calvert County, Inc. is a volunteer, non-profit organization that repairs and renovated the homes of low-income home owners, particularly those of military veterans, the elderly, the disabled, and families with children. The organization and its volunteers are dedicated to the goal of helping these homeowners live in warmth, safety, and independence. There is no cost to the homeowner approved for the program. More than 800 volunteers donated 9,500 hours of their time in 2018 to help their neighbors in need. Since 1991, thousands of volunteers have donated their time to improve more than 898 homes in Calvert County. Work was done free of charge for homeowners of 45 homes and for two non-profit agencies in 2018. Volunteers painted, replaced windows and doors, installed insulation, repaired roofs, did yard work, made homes safer and more accessible, and much more. One homeowner said her house is much safer after the volunteers com-

pleted their work. “Removing the two back steps and making them into three steps has made the home much safer. I can now use the steps as I go out to the doctor’s. The volunteers were such kind people. They laughed and looked like they loved what they were doing.” Another homeowner has been restored access to the outdoors, thanks to the volunteers. According to the caregiver, “The homeowner loves the new sliding glass door upstairs. She had not been able to get on the deck because the door did not open. Now she sits out there every day that it does not rain.” The homeowner must live in the home that is referred for Christmas in April. Friends and family members may submit an application on another’s behalf but should first obtain the homeowner’s consent. Applications may be obtained at the senior centers, libraries, and churches or may be requested by calling 410-5359044. Applications also are available at www.christmasinaprilcalvertcounty.org and may be submitted online. Press release by Christmas in April*Calvert County

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In Our Community

MD Humanities Announces 2018 One Maryland One Book Author Tour One Maryland One Book author Time Junkin will visit seven counties and Baltimore City to speak about his book, Bloodsworth: The True Story of the First Death Row Inmate Exonerated by DNA. Maryland Humanities kicks off the tour at the Baltimore Book Festival. Following the first stop, Junkin will travel to Washington, Frederick, Harford, Prince George’s, Wicomico, Dorchester, and Leonardtown High School in St. Mary’s County. Junkin will sign copies of his book at all tour events, which are free. Seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The book was chosen by a committee of librarians, educators, and bibliophiles in February from more than 209 titles suggested last fall by readers across the state under the theme, “Justice.” “One Maryland One Book brings together a wide range of residents from every corner of the state,” says Phoebe Stein, Executive Director at Maryland Humanities. “Selecting a compelling book that centers on a Maryland native, written by a local author, adds an exciting layer to the program. I’m looking forward to hearing the important discussions this book will generate.” Bloodsworth covers the story of Kirk Bloodsworth, a man accused and sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a nine-year old in 1984, who went on to be one of the first death row inmates exonerated by DNA evidence. He’s since become a spokesman against capital punishment, and the tale speaks for hundreds released on wrongful convictions and the thousands still waiting for DNA testing in prison. Kurt Bloodsworth, the subject of this year’s One Maryland One Book selection and a Dorchester County native, will join Junkin at the Baltimore City and Dorchester County tour stops. The author, Tim Junkin, is an attorney with thirty years of experience as a trial lawyer and advocate of civil rights, an award-winning author, and a teacher. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 1973 and completed his law studies at Georgetown in 1977. He also founded Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy— which became ShoreRivers, a Maryland river protec-

tion nonprofit—and has received several environmental awards. Today he lives on the Wye River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Through the Maryland Humanities’ “Wandering Books” campaign, readers can find and spread the books to public places in 10 counties. Anyone can receive clues about where to find the books via Maryland Humanities’ Maryland Center for the Book Facebook page or by following @MDHumanities on Twitter. Libraries in those ten counties—including Calvert and Charles—will distribute the books across the commu-

nity for readers to find. After finding a copy of Bloodsworth, readers log onto www.bookcrossing.com and register their book’s ID number, post a comment or a review, and leave it for another to find. Instructions are located on the inside of the book cover; participation is free. Those who register are automatically entered to win a $25 gift certificate to Barnes & Nobel after the campaign ends in October but must include their name and email to be eligible. Press release by Maryland Humanities

End Hunger in Calvert Selected a Statefarm Neighborhood Assist Top 200 Finalist They Need Our Votes! End Hunger in Calvert County (EHCC), Calvert County’s food distribution center that feeds 15,000 county residents a year, is one of the Top 200 finalists in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist grant program and is in the running to receive a $25,000 grant. Community votes are essential to winning the contest; the top 40 organizations with the most votes win. Voting begins Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 12:01 a.m. and runs through Aug. 24 at 11:59 p.m. People can vote 10 times a day every day! U.S. residents who are 18 or older with a valid email address can vote for End Hunger in Calvert County at bit.ly/endhungercalvert beginning Aug. 15. “The best part of these type challenges is that you see the heart of our community on full display,” says Jacqueline Miller, President of End Hunger In Calvert

County. “We just know that the people of Calvert County will be rallying and taking a stand to win this grant for the hungry in our community.” End Hunger In Calvert County needs the community’s help not only in voting but in sharing their social media posts, sending an email to colleagues, and asking friends and family to vote and share. “The key to winning is going to keep momentum going. We’ve got ten days to vote and every vote matters,”

Miller says. “Calvert County has been part of this type of challenge before and we came out number one in the country; we can do it again!” All the information will be posted on End Hunger’s Facebook page and website. They will also be sending reminders through email and other areas. For more information about End Hunger in Calvert County, visit their website at endhungercalvert.org.

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“Engineer Like a Girl” Empowers Students to Change the World

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recently wrapped its third summer program aimed at empowering area girls to develop their talents and become the world’s problem solvers. Eight high school students from Southern Maryland participated in ‘Engineer Like a Girl’ at the Leonardtown Campus where they learned about the varied and many opportunities that exist for women who pursue careers in engineering fields. The program’s lead instructor, Pre-Engineering Coordinator Jehnell Linkins, said the goal of the weeklong program was two-fold: First, teach young girls that no profession is gender-specific; and second, prove that engineering can be really fun. For Maleah Smith, 16, of Huntingtown, Linkins’ mission was accomplished. “I came to this class Maleah Smith, of Huntingtown, shows off the prosthetic hand she built during CSM’s summer program, “Engineer Like a Girl.” with a stereotype in my Gender diversity in engineering and learned is that the engineering process Smith is a Huntingtown High School head that this class would not be easy or fun,” Smith said on is really about designing things – all student and she said she plans to pursue computer science (ECS) has been a a career as a medical researcher. Her fa- continuous struggle, according to a prethe last day of class. “But what I have kinds of things.” vorite part of the week occurred when sentation recently given by Senior Manthe students got to break plastic femurs, ager of Research for the Society of Engineers Dr. Robert Rincon at the 2018 and put them back together. “This class made me feel better about American Society of Engineering Edumy ability to succeed.” Smith said. “In cation Annual Conference and Exposihigh school – this fear and anxiety hap- tion. She argues that “gender diversity pens. But no professional field should in engineering and computer science be gender stereotyped. If you want to do (ECS) has been a continuous struggle. Women have been enrolling and gradusomething – you should just go do it.” During the program, the students ating from college at higher rates than toured the U.S. Naval Air Systems men for three decades, but disciplines Command (NAVAIR) at the Patuxent like ECS continue to strive to raise their Hello, my name is Belle and if you River Naval Air Station and met with female enrollments.” appreciate BEAUTY you will LOVE McKenna Gallagher, 16, of Leonardhigh-ranking women engineers and seme! I’m a reserved mature girl and nior leadership who shared their career town, said she now plans to break down I’ll seek you out for attention. I enjoy experiences. The students also partici- gender barriers in the engineering field. spending my days on a windowsill and curling “My favorite part… was visiting NApated in several workshops and handsup in small boxes. I’m definitely a SWEETHEART who prefers a on activities, but perhaps the most pow- VAIR and seeing fully what people get quieter home. If you’re looking for a FRIENDLY kitty to cuddle erful lesson they received was about the to do there,” Gallagher said. “That visit with, come adopt me today! Give me a chance to make your really helped me realize and understand power of self-confidence. life more beautiful and BE MY MIRACLE! “All of the students were so differ- what I can do with my future and it conent, but what brought them all together firms that I want a future in aeronautiPLEASE CHOOSE ME! was when they realized that they were cal engineering.” And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in For more information about CSM’s already superstars,” shared CSM Math Division Chair Dr. Stephanie McCaslin. STEM Programs, visit http://stem.csmd. the house! She spent some class time with the girls edu/. For more information on the “EnCome meet me and the wonderful gang at Tri-County Animal to teach them about problem solving gineer Like a Girl” summer program, Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-9321713 for more information. To see more of my amazing friends “on a large scope,” interactions and call 301-934-7747 or visit http://stem. available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County relationships at home and in the work csmd.edu/EngineerLikeaGirl.html. Animal Shelter Southern MD. place, and that while some solutions are Press release by CSM not obvious, they are attainable.

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Thursday, 16, 2018 cameras August and doors and

Ongoing Projects Under Way This Summer

By Dick Myers Editor As students return to school after Labor Day weekend and as

their parents check out the schools before that, Calvert County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Daniel Curry, Jr. says don’t expect to see any

county-wide changes, but, there might be some individual school changes, including much anticipated security measures, which

continue to be a work in progress. The school system allocated $2 million for the fiscal year that began July 1 for those se-

curity measures and the county commissioners anted up a $2 million match. The work involves vestibule access enhancements, security

locks where there are none. Several elementary schools, that have been dubbed sister schools because they were built at about the same time with the same footprint, have big open foyers, Curry said. They include Patuxent, Plum Point, Windy Hill and Sunderland elementary schools. “The first priority for each of those schools has been to get a redo of their vestibules,” he said. “We are including additional walls. So, once you are buzzed in and come in the front door and communicate with the secretary, you still are not in the main building. You still have to be allowed through the next door before you can get access to a classroom.” That type of work has been done at Beach, Mt. Harmony and Mutual elementary schools with some previously funded monies, he said. Dowell and St. Leonard are a different kind of style, Curry said, “but they too are getting

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The Calvert County Times 2018 aThursday, retrofit.”August The 16, access will thus be through the office instead of into a main hallway. Curry said the vestibule work has been going on this summer and should be completed for those schools by school opening. But, several of the schools, which are newer and have a unique design like Huntingtown High School, are still on the work list to be done. “We want to do that for all of our schools to make sure when you are buzzed in, you have no place to go but to the office,” he insisted. Those not already done will be done this school year, he said. “It’s still doable within the money allocation, but we can Calvert County Superintendent of Schools Dr, Daniel Curry, Jr. only do so much at a time.” many school districts and bathrooms. They Shuchita Warner, head are doing the same will also be mounted on of school construction, retrofits which means the building and aimed told the school board demands for products out to the parking lots, at its Aug. 12 meeting, and contractors. “We but there will be no that the system had con- have doors on order and cameras actually out in tracted with three com- hopefully they will be the parking areas, Curry panies for “design and in soon.” told The County Times. build” and each of them He said the installing Curry predicts that by is working this summer. of the doors once the the end of the upcoming Two of them are retro- framing is competed school year all of their fitting open spaces with (which has been the pri- schools will be covered framing for doors and ority this summer) will with security cameras. locks. be done when they come The school system, Warner told the school in, even if that is after Curry said, has just board that the locks will school starts, but af- about completed inbe manually operated ter hours and not while stallation of a transby teachers. She said school is in session. portation GPS system electronic door locks All of the door fram- that will allow parents, are extremely expensive ing work required per- through an app, to acnot only to purchase, but mits from the county cess the location status also to maintain, so the and the fire marshal. of their child’s bus – system is going with the Warner said they had “whether it’s on the way manual locks. been secured. Curry or not.” Curry explained that said the agencies exSome students and some schools have hall- pedited the permitting their parents won’t see ways with openings on process. everything completed either side leading to Security cameras will when they go back to pods of four classrooms. be in all schools, Curry school. Curry, when Those entryways into said. They are now in asked what he would the pods will have doors the high schools and tell them about that, installed, he said. are being rolled out in said, “We have to keep Parents and teachers the middle schools with in mind that in spite of were especially criti- the elementary schools some horrible things cal of the security in next. They just have one happening around the those legacy pod situa- contractor to do that country, our schools tions during the several work, and they are do- have not been made meetings held this past ing one school at a time. dangerous. Schools are spring in the aftermath “We like to work with inherently not dangerof the Great Mills High the one contractor that ous places. And, chilSchool shooting and the we started with. That dren are in greater danone in Florida. gives us continuity in ger of being hurt when “We have some de- the system and the soft- involved in some school signs that never were ware that we use, and activities, like playing a pod design, but they the access. We don’t sports. They are in more just never were designed have anybody to sit and danger of being hurt with doors,” the super- look at cameras but we when they ride to school intendent said, believing can all have access,” in a car” they were created to aid Curry said. Curry added, “We are teachers in interacting The cameras will be moving as quickly as we with their peers. aimed at front doors, can to do it right.” Because of what has hallways, locker areas been happening around and all other public ar- dickmyers@countytimes.net the country, Curry said eas, but not classrooms

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Barstow Elementary School Principal: Michelle Ward 443-550-9510 Fax: 410-286-4050 295 Williams Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Assistant Principal: Jenean Deahl Beach Elementary School Principal: Michael Shisler 443-550-9520 Fax: 410-286-4014 7900 Old Bayside Road Assistant Principal: Beatriz Gonzalez-Wilson* Calvert Elementary School Principal: Joe Sampson 443-550-9550 Fax: 410-286-4015 1450 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick. MD 20678 Assistant Principal: Eric Ruffo Dowell Elementary School Principal: Jason Patton 443-550-9480 Fax:410-286-4016 12680 H.G. Trueman Road Lusby, MD 20657 Assistant Principal: Stacy Hawxhurst Huntingtown Elementary School Principal: Brock Fulton 443-550-9360 Fax: 410-286-4005 4345 Huntingtown Road Huntingtown. MD 20639 Assistant Principal: LaNisha Robinson* Mt. Harmony Elementary School Principal: Charles Treft 443-550-9620 Fax: 410-286-4017 900 West Mt. Harmony Road Owings. MD 20736 Assistant Principal : Brigitt McGuinncss* * New Staff

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Mutual Elementary School Principal: Donna House 443-550-9650 Fax: 4 I 0-286-4018 1455 Ball Road Port Republic. MD 20676 Assistant Principal: Sherry Mansfield Patuxent Appeal Campus - Appeal Principal: Karen Vogel 443-550-9670 Fax: 410-286-4019 11655 H.G. Trueman Road Lusby, MD 20657

Patuxent Appeal Campus - Patuxent Principal: Karen Vogel 443-550-9710 Fax: 410-286-4020 35 Appeal Lane Lusby, MD 20657 Assistant Principal: Margo Gross Assistant Principal: Suzanne McGowan* Plum Point Elementary School Principal: Beth Morton 443-550-9730 Fax: 410-286-4021 1245 Plum Point Road Huntingtown. MD 20639 Assistant Principal: Regina Barnes St. Leonard Elementary School Principal : Kim Hanis 443-550-9760 Fax: 410-286-4022 5370 St. Leonard Road St. Leonard, MD 20685 Assistant Principal: Alkeisha Williams Sunderland Elementary School Principal: Pamela Kasulke 443-550-9390 Fax: 410-286-4006 150 Clyde Jones Road Sunderland, MD 20689 Assistant Principal: Tammie Rudzinski* Windy Hill Elementary School Principal: Kelly Griffith 443-550-9790 Fax: 4 I 0-286-4023 9550 Boyd”s Tum Road Owings. MD 20736 Vice Principal: Lisa Morgan

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HIGH

Calvert Middle School Principal: Zachary Seawell 443-550-8970 Fax: 410-286-4007 655 Chesapeake Boulevard Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Assistant Principal: Craig Jewett

Calvert High School Principal: Steve Lucas 443-550-8880 Fax: 410-286-4032 520 Fox Run Boulevard Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Assistant Principals: Catherine Sutton. Mark Watson, Mark Whidden

Mill Creek Middle School Principal: Rebecca Bowen 443-550-9190 Fax: 410-286-4024 12200 Southern Connector Boulevard Lusby, MD 20657 Assistant Principal : Trisha Porter* Northern Middle School Principal: Jamie Webster 443-550-9230 Fax: 410-286-4025 2954 Chaneyville Road Owings, MD 20736 Assistant Principal: Danielle Swann Plum Point Middle School Principal: Kelley Adams 443-550-9170 Fax: 410-286-4009 1475 Plum Point Road Huntingtown, MD 20639 Assistant Principal : Travis Mister* Southern Middle School Principal: Mandy Blackmon 443-550-9250 Fax: 410-286-4026 9615 H.G. Trueman Road Lusby, MD 20657 Assistant Principal: Bryan Sammons* Windy Hill Middle School Principal: James Kurtz 443-550-9310 Fax: 410-286-4027 9560 Boyd’s Tum Road Owings, MD 20736 Assistant Principal: Kimberleigh Booros

Huntingtown High School Principal: Rick Weber 443-550-8810 Fax: 410-286-4011 4125 N. Solomons Island Road Huntingtown, MD 20639 Assistant Principals: Abbe Gray, Loren Grimes, Rob Lawrence. Scott McComb Northern High School Principal: Stephen Williams 443-550-8950 Fax: 410-286-4034 2950 Chaneyville Road Owings. MD 20736 Assistant Principals: Michelle Bell, Lany Butler, James Carpenter. Trey Sirman Patuxent High School Principal: Sabrina Bergen 443-550-8840 Fax: 410-286-4036 12485 Southern Connector Boulevard Lusby, MD 20657 Assistant Principals: Bert Forrest, Mark Gladfelter, Anne Rickwood

EDUCATION CENTERS Calvert Country School Principal: Marcie Hough 443-550-9910 Fax: 410-286-4038 1350 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Career and Technology Academy Principal: Mark Wilding 443-550-9940 Fax: 410-286-4039 330 Dorsey Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Assistant Principal: Anthony Barone

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August

September

23-24 27-31

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New Teacher Orientation

Preschool Meetings for Staff (orientation for Grades 6 & 9 on August 31)

Holiday – Labor Day (schools and offices closed)

4-5

PreK & K Conferences

First Day of School for Students

January

February

6-7

Staggered PreK & K First Day

September

February

September

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – Professional Development

Professional Development – Schools Closed for Students

October

First Quarter Interims Available in HAC

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – SLO Development April

March

April

May

September

October

9/11 Remembrance

Professional Development – Schools Closed for Students

November

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – Teacher Work Time

November

12-16

November

21-23

December

24-31

January

End of First Quarter

Schools Closed – General Election (12-month employees work)

Elementary: Parent Conferences (all day) / Secondary: Professional Development – Schools Closed for Students American Education Week

First Quarter Report Cards Available

Holiday – Thanksgiving (schools and offices closed; 12-month employees work 11/21, Central Office will be open 11/21)

Two-Hour Delayed Opening for Students (no a.m. Pre-K) –Professional Development

Second Quarter Interims Available in HAC

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – Teacher Work Time Holiday – Winter Recess (schools and offices closed)

Holiday – Winter Recess (schools and offices closed)

Schools & Offices Reopen

End of Second Quarter/First Semester

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – Teacher Work Time

March

April

18-22

May

6-17

May

May June

17 5

June

Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (schools and offices closed) Second Quarter Report Cards Available

Two-Hour Delayed Opening for Students (no a.m. Pre-K) –Professional Development Holiday – Presidents’ Day (schools and offices closed) (2/18 possible prof dev make-up day)

Parent Conferences/Professional Development – Schools Closed for Students (2/19 possible make-up day) Third Quarter Interims Available in HAC

Two-Hour Delayed Opening for Students (no a.m. Pre-K) –Professional Development End of Third Quarter

Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (no p.m. Pre-K) – Teacher Work Time Third Quarter Report Cards Available

Holiday – Spring Recess (schools and offices closed; 12-month employees work 4/18 and 4/22; Central Office will be open 4/18 and 4/22) (4/18 possible make-up day) Schools Reopen

Two-Hour Delayed Opening for Students (no a.m. Pre-K) –Teacher Work Time First Quarter Report Cards Available

Fourth Quarter Interims for Seniors Available in HAC

Fourth Quarter Interims for Underclassmen Available in HAC Advanced Placement Exams

Last Day for High School Seniors

Holiday – Memorial Day (schools and offices closed) Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Graduations (no p.m. Pre-K) (3:00 CHS and 8:00 NHS) Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Graduations (no p.m. Pre-K) (3:00 HHS and 8:00 PHS) Last Day for Pre-K Students

Last Day for Students – Two-Hour Early Dismissal for Students (Teacher Work Time) Last Day for 10-Month Employees

Fourth Quarter Report Cards for Secondary Students Mailed

Open House Schedule

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DATE

August 30 September 19 September 20

Barstow ES Beach ES Calvert ES Dowell ES

September 20 September 25

September 20 September 25 September 12

September 26

September 20 August 31

September 7 – Open House

Mt. Harmony ES Mutual ES

Plum Point ES

September 20 September 26

September 20 September 25 August 31 September 19

September 20 August 29

St. Leonard ES

TIME

GRADE

6:15 p.m.

PreK, Head Start, Kindergarten and Grade 1 Open House

6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

5:15 p.m.

6:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

6:00 to 7:30 p.m. 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

August 31 September 18

September 20

New Family Orientation Grade 5 Open House Grade 2 Open House Grade 3 Open House Grade 4 Open House Grades 3, 4, 5

Grades PreK,K, 1 and 2 PTA General Meeting

Grades PreK, K, 3 and 4 Grades 1, 2 and 5

PreK, KDG, Grades 1, 2 Grades 3, 4 & 5

5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Back to School Night-All Grades

8:30 to 9:45 a.m.

PreK and Kindergarten

5:00 p.m.

Back to School BBQ

10:00 a.m. -Orientation Meet, Greet and Find Your Seat in Classrooms – 10:15 – 10:30 a.m. 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.

Huntingtown ES

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6:15 p.m.

6:30 p.m. 7:10 p.m.

6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

6:00 to 7:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

New Students Gr. 1-5

Returning Students in Grades 1 – 5 Meet HES Administration Open House Session 1 Open House Session 2 Grades K, 1 & 2 Grades 3, 4 & 5

Grades 1, 2 and 3

Grades PreK, K, 4 and 5

Meet and Greet for PreK, Kindergarten and New Students Meet and Greet for Returning Students Meet and Greet for Returning Students Meet and Greet for Returning Students

New Family Orientation/Ice Cream Social PreK and K Orientation

Grades 1 – 5 Greet Your Seat Grades 1 & 2 Open House Grades 3 – 5 Open House

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August 30

Sunderland ES

6:40 to 7:10 p.m. 6:40 to 7:10 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

Windy Hill ES

6:00 p.m.

September 26

Plum Point MS Southern MS

Peek at Your Seat Grades 1 – 5

6:00 to 6:30 p.m.

September 25

Northern MS

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 6:40 to 7:10 p.m.

September 25

Mill Creek MS

PreK / K Orientation and Head Start

6:00 to 6:30 p.m.

September 20 September 24

Calvert MS

6:00 to 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

August 31

6:30 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

September 13

6:00 p.m.

September 12

6:00 p.m.

September 13

6:30 p.m.

September 12

6:00 p.m.

September 17

6:00 -7:30 p.m.

New Student/Families Orientation Open House for 2nd Grade Open House for 4th Grade Open House for 1st Grade

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Help Kids Calm First-Day-of-School Jitters

The first day of school can be an exciting time, especially for children who have never before attended school. But even youngsters excited about the first day may also experience some jitters. Such nerves are normal, and parents can help kids calm those jitters in various ways.

• Talk about the first day as it approaches. A child’s first day of school is a milestone, and parents may do various things to commemorate the occasion. The excitement leading up to the first day can spark kids’ enthusiasm, but it also may lead to some anxiety about the unknown. Parents can quell those fears by discussing the first day as it approaches. Explain why the first day is so special, encouraging youngsters to share their feelings. If kids express fears about their first day, parents can explain they felt similarly on their first day of school but quickly adjusted.

• Let kids choose their own clothes. Parents may be tempted to buy special outfits for their children for the first day of school. But kids who are jittery about their first day may calm down if allowed to choose their own attire for the big day. A favorite T-shirt or outfit might be just the thing to comfort kids feeling a bit nervous about their first day of school. • Get a head start on your morning routine. As summer winds down, begin acclimating children to the morning routine they can expect when the school year begins. One to two weeks before the first day of school, start waking children up when they will need to be up for school. Kids who are accustomed to the morning routine may be more calm on their first day of school because of their familiarity with their new schedule. Going cold turkey on the first day of school may make kids less enthusiastic about attending school.

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• Attend school orientation events and plan some play dates in advance of the first day. Seeing familiar faces might make kids forget all about their jitters when they arrive at school on the first day. Inquire about school orientation events and attend as many of those sessions as possible. If encouraged to do so, take kids along so they can meet prospective classmates. Arrange for play dates with those classmates in advance of the first day so kids have a few recognizable faces their own age come the first day of school.

• Start the day off on the right foot. The night before the first day of school, make sure kids’ outfits are clean, their supplies are packed and ready to go and their lunch is made. The less parents have to rush around on the morning of the first day of school, the calmer kids are likely to be.

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Pilots N’ Paws: Uniting Love of Flying with Love of Animals ‘Fabulous Hubcaps’ Fundraiser Coming to Solomons By Dick Myers Editor

Southern Maryland is one of the stops on a unique underground railroad. Although that’s how some of the folks involved in Pilots N Paws describe by analogy what they do, their volunteerism actually is quite above the ground, although the route they take is typically from south to north. In Southern Maryland the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport is the hub of their activity. Pilots N Paws, according to their website, is “an online volunteer organization where general aviation pilots can connect with rescue volunteers to transport animals in need to safe havens.” It was founded 10 years ago. Since then, according to their website, “the number of smallplane general aviation pilot volunteers has climbed to over 1,800, with 8200 registered users participating on the website. Our goal is to have 10,000 pilots so that few transport requests go unanswered.” According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the nation’s oldest animal welfare organization: “Approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter U.S. animal shelters nationwide every year. Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. We estimate that the number of dogs and cats entering U.S. shelters annually has declined from approximately 7.2 million in 2011. The biggest decline was in dogs (from 3.9 million to 3.3 million). “Each year, approximately 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized (670,000 dogs and 860,000 cats). The number of dogs and cats euthanized in U.S. shelters annually has declined from approximately 2.6 million in

2011. Approximately 3.2 million shelter animals are adopted each year (1.6 million dogs and 1.6 million cats). ASPCA says the decline in the numbers of animals entering shelters “can be partially explained by an increase in the percentage of animals adopted and an increase in the number of stray animals successfully returned to their owners.” No-kill rescue groups all over the country, such as the Humane Society of Calvert County (which adopts 300 animals annually), are a key factor in the reduction, although their work is costly and takes a significant fundraising effort. Adoption is the goal of the Pilots N Paws volunteers, the rescue organizations and the pilots, and their efforts have also contributed to the reduction of the numbers of animals in shelters. More than 150,000 animals (mostly dogs but some cats, chickens and even a dolphin), have taken flight to new homes. The organization was started with one rescue mission by a woman in South Carolina and has quickly expanded. There were some places in the country that were having a terrible time adopting all the animals they were taking in. Seventy-percent of animals in high-kill shelters in the south are euthanized. Other parts of the country seemed to not have enough for the demand. Thus, came the idea of transporting from the surplus areas to the deficit areas. Pilots N Paws is also tapping the obvious – pilots like to fly. Sometimes they hop in their plane to fly to another airport to just turn around and fly back. Why not put those flights to some worthy purpose? A small group of dedicated pilots at St. Mary’s County

Regional Airport are part of this network. They are now busy helping to sell tickets to an upcoming fundraiser that will benefit Pilots N Paws and the Humane Society of Calvert County. They are bringing in the famous nostalgia band, “The Fabulous Hubcaps,” to a concert September 8, 5-10 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Solomons Conference Center. Deadline for purchase of $50 advance tickets is September 1. Tickets can be purchased through the Humane Society of Calvert County website at https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org/. No tickets will be sold at the door. The County Times interviewed Plots N Paws volunteers Sandy Hunt and Ken Reed, who live in St. Mary’s County, Randy Walton of Lusby, and Chris Scrissel of Hughesville on Aug. 11 at the airport. Hunt talked about how she got involved in Pilots N Paws: “I’m an animal lover. I love rescuing animals, dogs and horses.” Affiliated with the pilots at the airport, she considers herself part of the ground crew for the operation. When the dogs arrive at the airport, she walks them, feeds them and waits for the aircraft participating in the next leg of the journey to arrive. Instead of using ground transportation which can take longer and be more stressful for the animals, “These fights make it possible for them to get wherever they are going quickly,” Hunt explained. “Pilots love to fly and there’s nothing better than having a mission,” Hunt said. “I love to fly,” said Reed, “As Sandy said, you can’t get any better than having a good mission.” The St. Mary’s airport is a perfect location for what they do, Reed said, because it’s a two-hour flight from

At the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport, (l t r) Sandra Scrissel with Bandit, Sandy Hunt, Randy Walton, Ken Reed and Chris Scrissel.

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North Carolina where they pick up a lot of the dogs, and a two-hour flight from New Jersey or New York where pilots for the next leg come from. Reed, managing member of S. Hunt Aero, LLC, which is developing the airport, said the pilots have built a relationship with a rescue organization in Oxford, NC and they regularly fly in and out of the airport there to pick up dogs. He said the airport in Oxford has adopted five dogs who act as greeters for visitors. Walton is also an animal lover with two rescue West Highland White terriers and three cats at home. He learned about the organization at the air show and enjoys partnering with a pilot, sitting in the back and caring for the animals while in fight Scrissel said his wife, who is an animal lover, got him involved, because if he is making such a mercy flight she The Fabulous Hubcaps will appear Sept. 8 at Holiday Inn Solomons for the benefit of Pilots N Paws and the Humane Society of Calvert County. and their son will go along but may not be interested in “It may take a week to get things coordinated,” Reed they started rattling off the names of the dogs and the a flight to see a ball game. He said it’s a way of giving said because of the logistics complexity. “Usually, all it experiences similar to what people who foster dogs and back. “We’ve been fortunate. You can’t own an airplane takes is just a day or two.” then have to let them go experience. without being a little fortunate along the way.” That site put Reed in touch with the rescue lady in “I find all the trips rewarding,” Walton said. “I haven’t met one dog who snapped at me, growled at North Carolina to pick up a black Labrador retriever. He “We pick up a dog that’s a sad story and we transform me, anything,” Scrissel said. and Walton went to pick up the dog and that trip solidi- it into a happy story. All of these dogs have been through The Pilots N Paws website is an impressive logistics fied their relationships for future trips down there. hell. Not a single one has acted bad. They almost want portal that matches groups needing homes for their Those in the program don’t have to make any particu- to thank you,” Reed said. charges with groups willing to accept them. It shows the lar time commitment. Pilots N Paws provides crates and To find out more about Pilots N Paws, go to their webtransport needs and allows pilots to sign up to make that other supplies, but the pilots are responsible for their gas. site: https://www.pilotsnpaws.org/ transport. It coordinates multiple pilots making multiple No small contribution, as Reed said the 200-mile flights flights as long as 1,000 miles across country, while fac- to Oxford will cost the pilot $300-$400. dickmyers@countytimes.net toring in weather conditions. Everything is done online. They were asked about their most rewarding trips and

Randy Walton with an assistant on a return flight from North Carolina for Pilots N Paws.

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Sports

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Local Racer Pursues Dream to Compete Against Fastest Riders on the Planet in Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

World’s Most Prestigious Championship Consists of 12 Rounds Across the Country

Calvert County’s Cameron Dowell is chasing his dream of being a professional motocross athlete. The 20-yearold dirt-bike racer is competing in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle series that travels across the country for 12 weekends every summer. Over the course of this grueling championship, hundreds of riders and thousands of fans converge at some of the most picturesque landscapes in the U.S. Many of the events and the tracks the series is contested on carry upwards of four decades of history, making them legendary and iconic venues for the sport of motocross, just like landmark stadiums such as Wrigley Field and Fenway Park. The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship begins in mid May and continues until late August, and features two classes of competition – 250 Class and 450 Class. The 250 Class is where the sport’s rising stars do battle, making a name for themselves in hopes of future success, just like in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The 450 Class is the championship’s premier showcase, where the biggest names in motocross like Ken Roczen, Eli Tomac, and Marvin Musquin showcase their talents in search of victory and a championship, just like NASCAR’s Cup Series. Regardless of class, these competitors are some of the toughest, fittest, and most daring athletes on the planet as they battle their own physical and mental limits, an ever-changing track, a powerful 250-pound motorcycle, and 39 other riders. There’s simply nothing like it.

All of motocross’ most well-known names have left their mark on the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, including Ricky Carmichael, Travis Pastrana, Ryan Dungey and Jeremy McGrath. To win in this championship is distinguishing in the annals of the sport’s history, but to even have the talent to compete against the world’s best riders from around the globe is an incredible achievement in itself that deserves to be recognized. This is the most elite level of motocross and all its competitors can rightfully claim their position as one of the best in the world. Dowell has been riding dirt bikes since he was 6 years old, and has been competing professionally since 2018. He honed is talents by racing locally at Budd’s Creek before deciding to chase success at the sport’s highest level. With the help of family, friends, and sponsors such as Traders Racing, Risk Racing, Exile Seats, and Kali Protectives who help pay his way to the races, Dowell has had the opportunity to pursue his dreams. Motocross is a sport that requires sacrifice and the ability to overcome adversity, and without the commitment from Dowell and his supporters, this dream would not be possible. Tickets for the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship are available at www.ProMotocross.com. For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit ProMotocross.com and LIKE the Pro Motocross Facebook page and follow @ProMotocross on Twitter and Instagram for exclusive content and additional information on the latest Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Champion-

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In Remembrance

The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.

Edith Lorraine Bowen

ard, MD 20685, from 1-4 pm on Sunday Aug. 19 2018, to grieve, reminisce, and of course, share a laugh in his honor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mickey’s name are encouraged to be made to your favorite charity for animals. Funeral arrangements were made by Rausch Funeral Home.

Edith Lorraine Bowen, 89, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away on August 11, 2018 in Annapolis, MD. Visitation will be Monday, August 20, 2018, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Port Republic, 4405 Broomes Island Road Port Republic MD 20676. Funeral Services will be Tues- rytelling, and his constant generosity. day, August 21 at 1 a.m. at Hun- Mickey loved many things. Among those tingtown United Methodist Church things were fishing (he loved spending 4020 Hunting Creek Road, Hun- time at the Nanjemoy Creek with friends tingtown MD 20639. Buri- and family), bad horror & sci-fi movies, al will be at Asbury Cemetery talking over the entirety of said movies, 3700 Hallowing Point Road, a cold Miller High Life, mediocre whiskey, big sandwiches, sitting on the porch Barstow MD 20610. Memorial contributions may be made to and acting as the neighborhood watch, Huntingtown U.M. Churchm P.O. Box 550 being an advocate for stray cats, and outrageous storytelling. Above all, he loved Huntingtown MD 20639. his family and his many, many pets. Mickey departed this life on Aug. 8th 2018, at Calvert Memorial Hospital, at the age of 66. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland and TheMichael “Mickey” Roland Miller, resa Miller, brother, Bernie Miller, and son of the late Roland Francis Mill- granddaughter, Reese Brielle Miller. er and Theresa Helen Miller, was His life will forever be remembered and born on Jan. 29 1952 in Washington cherished in the life of his wife, Karen DC. Graduating from Southern High Clarke; his children, Michael Miller II, School, Mickey completed trade school Christopher Miller, Justin Clarke, Kristo solidify his career as an insula- tin Clarke and Caitlin Clarke; his grandtion mechanic. A master of his trade, children, Michael Miller III, Alexis he retired after serving 32 years in the Miller, Malia Miller, Lola Miller, Ryder Asbestos Workers Local Union 24. Miller and Brody Finamore; his siblings, Spending most of his early years in Rusty Miller, Terry Harper, Stephen Deale, Md, Mickey moved on to be- Miller, Susan Rogers, Jimmy Miller and come a longtime resident of Lusby, Vincent Miller; and his many devoted Md. Known in his neighborhood as nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mr. Mickey, he was well known for Family, friends, and others whose lives his booming voice, his infectious and he touched are invited to Jefferson Patterequally booming laugh, his colorful sto- son Park, 10515 Mackall Road - St. Leon-

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John Wayne Vermillion

John Wayne Vermillion, 67, of Dunkirk passed away August 6, 2018. He was born July 30, 1951 in Washington, D.C. to Arthur Edward and Edith Joyce (Young) Vermillion. John was raised in Hillside, MD and attended Central High School. He joined the United States Army January 26, 1971 and served in Vietnam, and was awarded the National Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Campaign and Service Medals, and was honorably discharged January 14, 1973. He married Marlene Ann Curtin in February 1983 and they lived in Owings until moving to Dunkirk in 1995. John was employed as a painter in commercial and residential painting and also worked for Merillat Pools for over 20 years. John was a member of the American Legion Stalling-Williams Post 206 and in his leisure time enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, playing golf, metal detecting, playing slot machines, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. John was preceded in death by his wife Marlene Ann Vermillion. He is survived by his children Angela R. Jakovcic and husband Travis Sr. of New Bern, NC, Joshua L. Vermillion and wife Johnette of Lothian and William J. DeToto and wife Nikki of Dunkirk; grandchildren Travis, Alex and Elizabeth Jakovcic, Joshua Jr. and Brystal Vermillion, Katelyn McCormack and Zachary and Mackenzie DeToto; sister Lana Corrado of Broomes Island and

brothers Arthur Vermillion of Delaware, David Vermillion of Waldorf, Chris Vermillion of Chesapeake Beach and Jerry Vermillion of Burke, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive Suite 300, Greenbelt MD 20770; Phone: 301-982-2161; website:http://www.cancer.org Funeral arrangements were by Rausch Funeral Home.

Emily Cecilia Allen Emily Cecilia Allen, 97, of St. Leonard, MD passed away August 4, 2018. She was born May 19, 1921 in Washington, D.C. to Carl B. Wahler and Emily R. (Thomas) Wahler. One of seven children, she was raised in Congress Heights DC and graduated from Anacostia High School. She married John Franklin Allen on November 30, 1944 and they raised their family in Oxon Hill, MD, where they lived until retiring to Calvert County MD in 1981. After raising her family, Emily worked for 10 years in the Prince Georges County school system. After moving to Calvert County, she was extremely active in the MD Republican Party. Emily was preceded in death by her husbands John Allen and Jack O’Leary. She is survived by her sister Pat Shook, her children John (Kay), George (Karen), James (Pam), Robert (Christie), Mary Smith (Mike), and David (Michele), thirteen grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren. Contributions made in the memory of Emily Allen can made to American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515, 413.268.7660 or 1-888-MACULAR (1-888-622-8527). Funeral arrangements were made by Rausch Funeral Home.

Brian Jerome Moore

It is with great sadness that the family of Brian Jerome Moore announce his passing on Saturday, August 4, 2018, at the age of 57. Born February 13, 1961 in Washing-

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ton, DC. Brian grew up in Laurel, MD and moved to Lusby, MD in 2002. He graduated from Meade High School in 1980 and thereafter graduated from RETS Technical School in Baltimore, MD. He worked as an HVAC technician for over 30 years and was a member of Steamfitters Local 602. He is preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Kathleen Moore. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Tom (Lorraine), Susan (Randy) Keen, Joanne (Chuck) Neppach, and John (Carrie). Brian will also be forever remembered by his nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church, 1861 Harbor Drive, Chester, MD on August 27, 2018, at 11 AM. A Celebration of Brian’s life will be held at Vera’s Beach Club, 1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby, MD 20657. Details soon to follow. Memorial donations in memory of Brian may be made to St. Christopher’s Catholic Church, 1861 Harbor Drive, Chester, MD (https://stchristopherski. org). Funeral arrangements were by Rausch Funeral Home.

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with her family. Joan is survived by her children, Randall Gott and his wife Patricia of St. Leonard, and Judy Gott Mabry and her husband Russell of Prince Frederick. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Rebecca Mabry Smith, Jacob Gott, Patricia Gott Plumer, Cory Mabry, Kyle Gott, and Alison Mabry, along with her great-grandchildren, Eloise Smith, Kyleigh Plumer, and Sawyer Smith. Visitation will be held at Christ Church in Port Republic, MD on Saturday, August 18th prior to the memorial service, which will begin at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of the One Room School House, P.O. Box 431, Port Republic, MD 20676 Funeral arrangements were made by Rausch Funeral Home.

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Beck and this sister Diane. Mike will be given a Memorial Service on August 18, 2018 at Real Life Church, 27399 Old Village Rd., Mechanicsville, Md. 20659. It will happen at 11a.m. An Honor Guard will be present, taps will be played and the Flag will be presented to his wife. In this memorial service we will attempt to remember his life. When he graduated High School on June 10, 1966 he joined the Army. He was sent to Vietnam where he volunteered to be a

Medic. Upon completion of training he was assigned to the Marine Corps. They called him Doc and told him “Once a Marine always a Marine.” He left Vietnam before the Tet Offensive and returned to the States. He became a Member of the PA. USAR rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6). Outside the Reserve he drove a Tractor Trailer for many years. He also started his own mowing business in North Carolina and then in Maryland. He met Karen Longstreth in the USAR Reserve and they married on April 3rd, 1993. They lived and Loved each other for twenty-five precious years in and outside of their home and on their own time did many things together. In Pennsylvania they lived near Gettysburg and were living historians. When Yankees they were a Doctor and a nurse. When Rebels they portrayed General Louis A. Armistead (pickets charge) and Rose O’Neal Greenhow (Spy). In Maryland they were members of RT, MD1 for many years. They also volunteered at Charlotte Hall Vets Home and For A Community that Shares (ACTS). For 25 years his wife and he were equally yoked unto the Lord. They were very happy to find each other. He will be missed by her until they meet each other in eternity.

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Joan Marilyn Rahill Gott, 82, passed away surrounded by her family on August 3, 2018. She was born on August 4, 1935 in Vallejo, CA. to Violet and Richard Rahill Sr. She married Walter Mormon Gott Jr. on August 3, 1957. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Walter, her parents, Richard Sr. and Violet, and her siblings, Richard Rahill Jr. and James Rahill. Joan was a well-known teacher and principal at Beach Elementary. Upon her retirement, she became an active member of the Calvert County Retired School Personnel Association. During her time with this organization both she and Walter were very active in developing a program to bring attention to the Port Republic One Room School House located on the grounds of Christ Church in Port Republic, MD. Joan also enjoyed gardening, sewing, and spending time

Eva Belle Watson, 90, of Lusby, MD passed away on August 9, 2018 at her residence. Born March 24, 1928 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Norman Lee DeAtley and Eula Anne (Tucker) DeAtley. Eva is survived by six children; fifteen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her brother, Alvin DeAtley. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Edward Watson. She was a devoted member of Olivet United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made in Eva’s name to Olivet United Methodist Church, 13575 Olivet Road, Lusby, MD 20657. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

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Mike Beck Michael Andrew Beck, 70, of Mechanicsville, MD passed to the Lord on July 27. He was born in Harrisburg, PA. on August 6, 1947. His parents were Anna Pearl Trout and Charles Woodrow Beck. He was raised by his Loving Mother, Anne Pearl Trout, in Pennsylvania. He has a great sister named Diane J. Copenhaver of Hummelstown, PA. He is survived by his wife Karen

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ONGOING 13th Kid’s Playwriting Festival Twin Beach Players, Boys and Girls Club, 9021 Dayton Avenue, North Beach 7:00 - 9:00 PM A fun evening of love and laughter! $7. August 17, 18 and 19. 443-646-3878. www. twinbeachplayers.org Healthy Living Program Grant funds are available to assist Calvert County low income owner-occupied residents to save energy. Eligible residents may be able to receive energy saving appliances. More info and application visit: info@northbeachmd.org.

UPCOMING Moonlight Cruise Rod ‘N’ Reel Marina, Chesapeake Beach August 24, 7:30 – 9:30 PM The Town of Chesapeake Beach invites you to spend a summer evening cruising aboard “Miss Lizzy.” $32/person. Although children are welcome, these cruises are more suited for adults. Tickets at Town Hall. More info or purchase tickets online: www.chesapeakebeachmd.gov/events_ cruises2018.htm

Fri. & Sat., August 17 & 18 Bible Study Holiday Inn Solomon’s Conference Center & Marina, 155 Holiday Drive Friday, 7:00 PM. Saturday, 9:00 & 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM Berean Bible Society Regional Bible Conference Bible study meetings to discover the basics of rightly dividing the Word of Truth. Free. 301-866-1616. www. bereanbiblesociety.org

Friday, August 17 Junior Paleontologist for a Day Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Become a junior paleontologist for a day and hunt for fossil shark teeth, whale bones, as well as the shells of ancient snails and clams on a local beach. Grades: entering 6th - 8th. $30. Register: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/442/ Day-Camps Teen Kayak Skills and River Ecology Kings Landing Park, Huntingtown 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM This special gathering for teens focuses

on basic kayak skills and the ecology of the Patuxent River. $30. Register: 410-5355327. www.calvertparks.org Farmers’ Market 5th Street & Bay Ave., North Beach 6:00 PM Includes Classic Car Cruise-in and Art Fair along Bay Avenue. www.northbeachmd.org Beach Bingo Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave., Chesapeake Beach 7:00 - 8:30 PM An exciting night out playing BINGO for prizes that the whole family can enjoy. $3. 410-535-1600 ext. 8210. www.co.cal.md.us/parksandrecreation Karaoke at the Legion American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Rt, 260 8:00 PM – Midnight Join us for a good time in the Lower Level Lounge. No cover charge. Public welcome. Questions? 410-257-9878. www. ALPost206.org

Saturday, August 18 Community Day & Children’s Fun Day Bethel Way of the Cross Church, 5450 Cherry Hill Rd, Huntingtown 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM All are welcome. Free lunch, free clothing & shoes, free household items, games, activities and entertainment for children. 443-404-1045. www.bethelwotcc.org Birds for Beginners - Shorebirds Flag Ponds Nature Park, Lusby 9:30 AM – Noon Review shorebird identification skills indoors. Outside look for the silhouettes and sounds of birds. Ages 13 and up. Under 18 accompanied by an adult. $8. Reservations: 410-535-5327. www.calvertparks.org Southern MD Wine Jazz R&B and Funk Festival Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Dr., Prince Frederick 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wineries, distilleries, and breweries from around the state; a giant waterslide and an International Beer Garden sponsored by Anheuser Busch. Tastings and an open bar. Great music! Dress cool. $45 advance; more at the door. http://vendor-nation.com Village Days Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gourd Bowls: Native Americans grew

some of their plates! Come to the Indian Village and try your hand at making gourd bowls. Free! Info: call 410-586-8501 or visit jefpat.org. Movie on the Beach North Beach Welcome Center Beach Entrance Movie starts at Dusk “Despicable Me 3.” Bring your own beach chairs, blankets. Free.

Sunday, August 19 Car Wash Fundraiser World Gym, W. Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick 11:00 AM -3:00 PM Enjoy a SYMPHONY of SUDS as we work to get your vehicle sparkly clean! Donations benefit the 2019 CHS Orchestra Musical Journey to Ireland! Drinks & snacks available for purchase. Open Flame Cooking Class Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard 2:00 – 5:00 PM Learn a variety of Native American cooking skills. For campers, backpackers, people who are curious or exploring the true paleo diet. Ages 13 and up. $25. Registration required. 410-586-8501. www. jefpat.org Scott Kirby Southern Maryland Sailing Association Clubhouse, Solomons 3:30 - 7:00 PM Singer, songwriter, storyteller, sailor and road warrior. $20 online at smsa.com. More info, 301 481-7474. Back to School Revival Bethel Way of the Cross Church, 5450 Cherry Hill Rd, Huntingtown 4:00 - 6:00 PM Guest Speaker: Elder Jeffrie Long, Jr., Communion Way of the Cross Church, Prince Frederick. School supply giveaway after service. Also Wednesday and Thursday, 7:30-9:00 PM. www.bethelwotcc.org

Monday, August 20 SMYOC Choir Auditions—Calvert Trinity United Methodist Church, 90 Church St, Prince Frederick 6:00 - 9:30 PM Singers 8-20 years old may audition. Go to www.smyoc.org to apply for your audition! Church Meeting St. Leonard Baptist Church, 5015 St. Leonard Road 7:00 – 8:00 PM

All are welcome every Monday evening for meetings in support of people recovering from addictive and compulsive behaviors.

Tuesday, August 21 Kayak Tour Nan’s Cove, 8081 Broomes Island Road 9:00 – 11:00 AM A leisurely paddle along the lower Patuxent River. For adults, ages 18 and up. $30. Info: 410-535-5327 Auxiliary Members Meeting American Legion Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach 7:00 PM All members of the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the General Meeting. Upper Level Meeting Hall. Inquiries to President Choux at 240-687-6746. www. alpost206.org Bingo North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. 7:30 PM Doors open at 5:00. $8/person. Food and drink available for purchase. More info please call 301-855-0520.

Wednesday, August 22 Community Forum Holiday Inn, 155 Holiday Dr., Solomons 6:00 PM Major changes are proposed in the draft Calvert County Comprehensive Plan. Greg Bowen will present concerns and answer questions. Open to all Calvert County citizens.

Thursday, August 23 Calvert Marine Museum Closed For the Brad Paisley concert. Normal operating hours resume on Friday, August 24. Brad Paisley Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons 7:30 PM Country music star, Brad Paisley will perform live at the PNC Waterside Pavilion. Paisley has an unbelievable show packed with hits. Gates open at 6:00. Food and beverage vendors on site. Chairs and coolers not permitted. Info, visit: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. To reach a staff member, call 410-326-2042, ext. 16, 17 or 18. $59-$120 (additional fees apply). Visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call the 24-hour hotline 1-800-787-9454 to purchase tickets!

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T.A.C.O.S. Meeting. 5:00-6:00pm. T.A.C.O.S. (Teen Advisory Council of Students) meeting for teens, Calvert Library needs your help planning events and making sure your library has everything you need. Help make Calvert Library awesome! Free food (and service learning hours) at every meeting! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

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On Pins & Needles. 1:00-4:00pm. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Saturday, August 18

Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & More. 12:00-3:00pm. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. MakePlayLearn. 2:00-4:00pm. Take building and creativity to a whole new level at the library. We provide the space, Legos®, and other building materials.. you provide the imagination. Drop in. All ages. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Sunday, August 19

On the Go: National Museum of African American History and Culture. 12:00-6:00pm. Catch the charter bus to the National Museum of African American History and Culture for just $20! Leaving Sunderland Park ‘n Ride at noon and returning there by 6 pm. Must register and pay in person at any Calvert Library by August 10. Limit 6 tickets per person. Sorry, no refunds. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Monday, August 20

Manga Otaku Artist Nights. 7:008:30pm. On 1st Tuesdays and 3rd Mondays comics and manga fans ages 10 to 17 gather at the Twin Beaches Branch to learn the techniques of drawing for comics. Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411.

Tuesday, August 21

Coding for Tweens. 6:30-8:00pm. Want to get started making your own games and programs? Come get a fun introduction to coding and then get a chance to put your new skills to the test. Grades 5-7. Registration required. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Take It Apart Workshop. 6:30-7:30pm. Ever wonder what’s inside an old computer? How about a radio? A rotary phone? We’ll be taking apart the insides of everyday tech to see how they work. Tools, tech and fun included! For kids grades 3rd to 7th. Please register! Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411. Destination Book Discussion-Celebrating Friendship Week. 7:00-8:30pm. You got July off so for August, see if you can read two books about friendship. Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons by Lorna Landvik and Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells. Register if you’ll join us for 6pm dinner at Mamma Lucia’s. Discussion begins at 7pm. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Wednesday, August 22

Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & More. 10:00-1:00pm. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Thursday, August 23

JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:00-3:00pm. Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289. Family Night: Snap Circuits. 7:008:00pm. Kids K-7 get hands-on experience designing and building models of working electrical circuits! Please register. Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 410-257-2101.

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Living Well with Diabetes

Living Well with Diabetes classes will be offered at: Southern Pines Senior Center, Mondays, August 27 – October 15, 9 – 11:30 a.m. (No class on September 3 and October 8); North Beach Senior Center, Fridays, September 7 – October 12, 9 – 11:30 a.m. This workshop is for those with pre-Diabetes or Diabetes. Register for the workshop through the Calvert County Health Department at 410535-5400, ext. 459.

Friends of Calvert County Seniors, Inc. Seeking Members

Friends of Calvert County Seniors, Inc. (FCCS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for qualified Calvert County seniors. FCCS provides funds for services which will assist them in remaining independent when governmental or grant funds are insufficient. FCCS is seeking members. These are volunteer positions. Contact Susan Justice at the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606. For more information, visit the website at fccseniors.org.

AARP Driver Safety Class

Southern Pines Senior Center will be hosting the AARP Driver Safety Class, Monday, September 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The fee for this class is $15/ AARP members, $20/non-members. Members must show AARP

cards. Please call to pre-register, 410-586-2748.

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Get some exercise in our auditorium with our walking program, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. Playing sports contributes to muscle development, coordination, cardiovascular health and numerous other health benefits. Join us for Cornhole, Croquet, and Putt Putt Golf, Wednesday, August 29, 10:30 a.m.

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Join us for a lecture on “Local Legends and History,” Thursday, August 23, 11 a.m. Enjoy the acoustic sounds of the violin and guitar as Crosby entertains us with his talents, Wednesday August 22, 11 a.m.

Southern Pines Senior Center

Join a free Computer Class, Wednesday, August 22, 10 a.m. This class will give you a foundation to feel more comfortable with basic technology. Annmarie Garden is a local treasure that features two indoor galleries and a shaded walking path through the sculpture garden. Join us for an afternoon in the garden with a Trip to Annmarie Garden, Thursday, August 30, 1 p.m. Must pre-register by August 23. Limited to 13 people.

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Thursday, August 23

5-Spice Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Zucchini, Dinner Roll, Crushed Pineapple

Turkey & Swiss Cheese Sandwich, Lettuce & Tomato, 3-Bean Salad, Cubed Cantaloupe

Tuna Salad in a Pita Pocket, Lettuce & Tomato, Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, Broccoli Salad, Fruited Jell-O

Stuffed Cabbage in Tomato Sauce, Beets, Dinner Roll, Applesauce

Tuesday, August 21

Friday, August 24

Wednesday, August 22

Pork Stir Fry over Brown Rice, Spinach, Dinner Roll, Pineapple Chunks

Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.

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Maryland Craft Beer Competition: Served Up Soon!

Each summer, Maryland breweries enter their best beer to be judged in the Maryland Craft Beer Competition. This year, nearly 200 beers, lagers, and ales will be submitted by brewers seeking to earn the title of Best of Show” and to bring the coveted Comptroller’s Cup back to their brewery.

Dozens of beer styles are represented in this competition and medalists will be announced publicly to attendees to REVIVE! Divine Food + Divine Beer, a Brewers Association of Maryland (BAM) event taking place this August. Calvert Brewing Company in Upper Marlboro serves as the host venue for the 2018 Maryland Craft Beer Competition. Local craft beer enthusiast and BJCP Master Judge Phil Sides helped with event organization and heads up the judging efforts. Event organizers will converge on the brewery later this week to sort and label all the competition entries. “There are a lot of moving parts for a competition like this,” says Kelly Dudeck of the Brewers Association of Maryland. “From registration to judging, the goal is to ensure that all entries are properly labeled and appropriately handled.” Awards for the Maryland Comptroller’s Cup will be publicly announced

at REVIVE!, an upcoming food and beer pairing event taking place at the Shrine of St. Anthony in Ellicott City on Saturday, Aug. 25. This tasting event showcases gold-medal breweries from the 2017 Maryland Craft Beer Competition and pairs those beers with

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