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ter distance themselves from an abuser they might otherwise be dependent on. Darla Hardy, the nursing resources director at Medstar St. Marys said hospital staff are encountering victims more and more. Domestic violence cases are steadily increasing and it involves both sexual and physical abuse, Hardy said. Domestic violence is not an accident. Sheriff Timothy Cameron said deputies are encountering the same increase but more alarmingly they are finding that victims often tell police they do not want anything done about their abuse. One reason for that may be their economic dependance on their abuser, Cameron said. That gives me real cause for concern, he said. Brown said vigilance among law enforcement and elected leaders has led to a 20 percent decrease in domestic violence assaults and a 32 percent decrease in the number of of women and children who have died from domestic violence over the past seven years. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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One year was not enough time to come to terms with that. Commissioner Dan Morris (R-Mechanicsville) said he favored extending the one-year time frame for deputies to recover from injuries either mental or physical. He said he would propose a two-year time frame of recovery to the Board of County Commissioners. The right thing to do was to keep him in a job where he wouldnt have had to carry a gun and been in any stressful situations, Morris said. I think it was wrong what happened to him. George served as a K-9 officer while with the sheriffs office and complained of severe anxiety and gastrointestinal problems after the Sept. 29, 2012 shooting and was awarded temporary full disability benefits back in June of 2013 by the local workers compensation
commission. The incident involving Stephen R. Wycoff began outside the mans home when George and Cpl. William Rishel responded to complaints of a man setting fire to things in the Sugar Maple Court neighborhood of Wildewood and threatening to kill people. A melee ensued between Wycoff and George and Rishel in which Wycoff eventually began raining blows down on George; when George went for his weapon Wycoff attempted to knock the weapon away and George discharged his gun multiple times, killing Wycoff. After his testimony George said the desire to do police work was still in his heart. Sure, its something Id like to go back to but I know it cant happen, George, who was named Deputy of the Year in 2012, said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The commander of Patuxent River Naval Air Station told county elected leaders Tuesday that tests of the bases security measures in recent months have shown the facility has good defensive measures but resources are still limited. We have a robust force protection posture but we have a way to go, said Capt. Ben Shevchuk. The threat continues. He noted that the massacre of civilian workers at the navy yard in Washington, D.C. by a mentally disturbed contractor with a security clearance was still fresh in the mind of the military the most recent shooting occurred at the navy base in Norfolk, Va. where a suspect was able to drive through security with a transportation worker credential but no official base access and wrest control of a master at arms weapon while he was standing guard on a destroyer at dock.
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As folks in Southern Maryland are being burdened by increases in numerous taxes by the state of Maryland, including higher gas taxes that will continue to escalate over the next several years, it is time that our real transportation needs be addressed. Traffic congestion and unsafe roads through towns such as Charlotte Hall, New Market, Mechanicsville, Leonardtown, and Clements create an undue hardship on our citizens, and risks the safety of our families, said Tommy McKay, candidate for Maryland House of Delegates. As Commissioner President, McKay and his board were successful in spearheading major road improvements throughout the area that were critical in his boards plan to prepare St. Marys for the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process. Major road projects such as the Hughesville Bypass, Chancellors Run Road Expansion, completion of Route 235 widening to PAX Naval Base as well as other smaller road projects were secured by the McKay board and proved vital to protecting jobs. Additionally, the McKay board adopted St. Marys Countys very first Transportation Plan. We simply cannot afford to ignore the problems of today in hopes that another BRAC wont happen. Improvements to Rt. 5 thru Leonardtown as well as Charlotte Hall and New Market need to become priorities at the state and local level and moved ahead of other projects. The plan the board under my leadership adopted some seven years ago needs to be moved forward with the help of Federal, State and local resources. said McKay. As Delegate, McKay plans to utilize his experience and knowledge of transportation funding processes to bring the community together along with the bureaucracy in Annapolis to assure St. Marys Countys transportation needs are once again made a priority at the state level. Press Release Submitted by Tommy McKay.
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ASSAULT On March 25 Deputy Manns responded to a residence on Brook Mill Court in Great Mills for a domestic assault. The victim alleged suspect James Willie Kittrell Jr., 43, of Great Mills, strangled the victim during an argument. Deputy Manns observed fresh evidence of injury on the victim. Kittrell was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. ASSAULT On March 25 Deputy Cole responded to a residence on Chaptico Road in Mechanicsville, for a domestic assault. The victim alleged suspect Michael Joseph Fischer, 47, of Mechanicsville, grabbed the victim violently and threatened the victim and other family members during an argument. Fischer was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. INDECENT EXPOSURE On March 20 suspect Candace Rebecca Carroll, 23, of Park Hall, was placed under arrest by Deputy L. Johnson after Corporal W. Raddatz observed Carroll urinating in the street near a vehicle on Spring Valley Drive in Lexington Park. The investigation revealed Carroll had been operating the vehicle prior to stopping to urinate in the street. Carroll did not complete Standardized Field Sobriety Tests satisfactorily and was placed under arrest. She was transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center and charged with Driving Under the Influence and Indecent Exposure. THEFT On March 23 Deputy Schultz responded to Walmart in California, for a theft. Loss Prevention personnel observed a female suspect, identified as Kathleen Marie Wagner, 29, of Lusby, conceal items of merchandise in her handbag. She then attempted to leave the store without paying. Wagner was charged with Theft Under $1,000 by criminal citation. CHILD ABUSE On March 23 Deputy Lawrence responded to a residence on Hollywood Road in Hollywood, for a reported assault. The victim alleged suspect William Henry Mattingly Jr., 36, of Hollywood, grabbed the victim repeatedly during an argument. Mattingly continued to assault the victim after the victim exited the residence to get away, by grabbing the victim around the throat. Deputy Lawrence observed fresh evidence of injury on the victim. Mattingly was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Child Abuse and 2nd Degree Assault. ASSAULT On March 22 Deputy McCuen responded to a residence on Elderberry Way in Lexington Park, for a reported assault. The victim alleged suspect Justin Jordan Ponticelli, 28, of Lexington Park strangled the victim by putting a towel around the victims neck during an argument. Deputy McCuen observed fresh evidence of injury on the victims throat. Ponticelli was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. DISORDERLY CONDUCT On March 23 Deputy S. Cameron responded to a residence on Bates Road in Greta Mills for a disturbance. On deputys arrival, they observed a large crowd surrounding a vehicle in the driveway of the residence. The investigation revealed, suspect Pierre Antonio Butler, 37, of Lexington Park, was highly intoxicated and was refusing to exit the backseat of his fathers vehicle. Deputies then attempted to help get Butler to exit the vehicle when he became more aggressive and confrontational. Butlers actions caused several other people to respond to the scene surrounding the deputies. Butler was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Fail to Obey Lawful Order, and Disturbing the Public Peace. DUI/POSSESSION CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE On March 23 Deputy Schultz stopped a 2001 Ford Taurus for a traffic violation on Chancellors Run Road in the area of Longfields Boulevard. The operator and sole occupant, identified as Jennifer Lee Boone, 31, of Lexington Park, was subsequently placed under arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol. She was transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center and a further search was conducted on her person. During the search, a straw containing suspected Xanax was recovered. Boone was charged with DUI, Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance Not Marijuana, Possession Paraphernalia, and Possession CDS Place of Confinement. SUSPECT CHARGED FOR FIRST DEGREE ASSAULT WITH HANDGUN Lexington Park, Md. On March 22 a victim responded to Sheriffs Office headquarters and reported an assault, which occurred on March 21, 2014 in at a residence in Lexington Park. The victim alleged suspect Branden KensleyHanlin, 19, of Lexington Park, grabbed the victim around the upper torso. Hanlin then retrieved a handgun from his waist band then pointed it at the victims face. The victim was able to slap the handgun from Hanlins hand and flee the residence. Deputy Lawrence observed fresh evidence of injury on the victim. Hanlin was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 1st and 2nd Degree Assault.
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A man accused of repeatedly stabbing his estranged girlfriend last year has agreed to take a plea to first-degree assault and carjacking in county Circuit Court, avoiding a trial on attempted first-degree murder charges and other felony counts, prosecutors said late Wednesday. Joseph Berry, 50, was set to take his plea Thursday afternoon. Assistant States Attorney Joseph Stanalonis said Berrys propsed plea agreement calls for 37 years incarceration. Police allege Berry brutally stabbed his victim in Loveville back in July of last year after forcing her to drive him to a parking lot that became the scene
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ers are looking for a small proposal, explains Maria. Were teaching them what to look at first. The state ment of work, the instructions. She adds that many of the pages of an RFP can be standard reference information that can be read later. Those business owners who are not gun-shy about pulling the trigger are subject to making three common mistakes when approaching the RFP Process. Maria cautions small business owners to pay attention to the three Cs of proposal preparation: staying in compliance, and presenting a compelling and complete proposal. Compliance is simply following the instructions, she says, adding that instructions are there to give reviewers a standardized process for reviewing proposals. Not being in compliance can disqualify a business right away. Another mistake businesses make is submitting a boilerplate proposal to the reviewers. A compelling proposal should tell them, I am the best. Here are my differentiators. Ive done it before and I can do it again on your project, she explains. To ensure a complete proposal, include any requested additional documents like licenses or financial statements. Laura Boonchaisri, Economic Development Coordinator for St. Marys County says that although there are no plans to offer the seminar in St. Marys County, all three Southern Maryland counties work together to try and help all businesses, including small businesses,in our region succeed. St. Marys County open bids for county contracts can be found at http://www. co.saint-marys.md.us/bids/openbids. Registration deadline for the seminar is April 4. For more information or to register, contact Lucinia Mundy at 301-885-1334 or Mundyl@charlescounty. org. For information about AMA Consulting, visit www.amaconsultonline.com. The seminar is scheduled for April 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Charles County Government Building, 200 Baltimore Street, La Plata. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
By Kay Poiro Staff Writer AMA Consulting in Charles County is hosting a seminar called How to Tackle the Request for Proposal on April 7. This free seminar is open to any small business owner interested in growing their business by competing for contracts. Facilitated by Maria Asuelimen, Managing Partner with AMA Consulting, LLC., the event will consist of an hour presentation with 30 minutes for questions and discussion afterward. The focus of the seminar is demystifying the Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Maria says one of the most common misconceptions is that every RFP opportunity is wired; that is, already promised to a company and not competitive. Thats unfortunate because they end up ignoring it altogether, she says. The second misconception is that the RFP process is simply too complicated for a small business owner with limited resources. An RFP may be 60, 70 pages, but many review-
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Patricia Cregon Plaintiff V. Carolyn Virginia Dorsch Bank of America, NA TIM, Inc, nka PRLAP, Inc, Trustee Register of Wills for St. Mary's County St. Mary's County Maryland State of Maryland All person that have or claim to have any interest in the property identified in the Tax Rolls of the Treasurer and Collector of State and County taxes for St. Mary's County as follows: First District, Property No. 01-024205, 43, 124 Sq Ft & Imps, Scotland known as 11880 Point Lookout Rd Defendants
ORDER OF PUBLICATION This object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following property sold by the Collector of Taxes for St. Marys County and State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in this proceeding: First District, Property No. 01-024205, 43, 124 Sq Ft & Imps, Scotland, known as 11880 Point Lookout Rd. The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary for redemption have not been paid. It is thereupon this 25th day of March, 2014, by the Circuit Court for St. Marys County, ORDERED that this notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some daily newspaper having general circulation in St. Marys County once a week for three successive weeks before the 25th of May, 2014, warning all persons interest in said properties to be and appear in this Court by the 25th day of May, 2014, and redeem these properties and answer the Complaint, or thereafter a final judgement will be rendered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the said property and vesting in the Plaintiff a fee simple title, free and clear of all encumbrances.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Plans to build a regional College of Southern Maryland campus came closer to fruition at the March 27 meeting CSM Board of Trustees meeting. During the meeting, the trustees approved spending $1,137,748.11 on 70 acres of property in Hugesville in order to build a fourth campus, in addition to
approving a contract award to Grimm + Parker Architects for the design of a new building for the Center for Trades and Energy. The new campus is almost exactly in the middle of the tri-county area, according to CSM President Brad Gottfried. The first program to be housed there, the Center for Trades and Energy, is currently housed in rented space, he said. The new campus will allow it to
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The deadline for students to apply for the Academy programs for St. Marys County Public Schools isFriday, April 4. We remind students and families to ensure all parts of the application are complete, including teacher recommendations. Applications and the link for recommendations can be found athttp://www.smcps. org/academies. Students can apply for the following differentiated pathways: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy: This rigorous and unique program of study emphasizes the core areas of mathematics and science with an infusion of technology and engineering. This program is open to students in grades 4-12. NOTE: Current STEM students transitioning from 5th to 6th or 8th to 9th will need to reapply. Academy of Finance: This program offers students in grades 9-12 opportunities to develop professional skills, receive specialized instruction in business finance and
management, and gain an awareness of the marketable skills needed to be successful in the field. Academy of Global and International Studies: Students in grades 9-12 participating in this program, develop understanding and knowledge of world regions, cultures, and global/international issues. Academy of Visual and Performing Arts: This program, open to rising 9th grade students only, provides students the opportunity to understand and appreciate the dedication needed to find success as a performer or artist, with an emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. NOTE: Due to fiscal constraints, the academy will not be able to offer Dance as a program of instruction this year. For more information contact your school counselor or the Office of the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction at301475-5511, ext. 32139or emailclassof2018@ smcps.org.
The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center is hosting two major events on Saturday, April 26. The Criminal Justice Yard Sale, which benefits the SMCPS Shoe Fund, takes place from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Donations of items to be sold at the yard sale are being accepted at the school site. For more information, contact SGT Mickey Bailey, Criminal Justice instructor, at 301-475-0242, x28209 or at mmbailey@smcps.org. The annual Horticulture/FFA Plant Sale takes place from 8:00 a.m. to noon. A variety of plants will be for sale. For more information, contact Mr. Ed Carney, Horticulture instructor and FFA advisor, at 301-475-0242, x28217 or at elcarney@smcps.org. Please note: These events may be recorded and presented on SMCPS Channel 96, the school systems educational cable channel, and the internet.
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EASMC: $4 Million Extra Not Enough to Fund Both Raises and Tech Requirements
By Kay Poiro Staff Writer Ahead of the Board of County Commissioners budget hearing, Education Association of St. Marys County (EASMC) President Anna Laughlin says the commissioners offer to the Board of Education for $4 million over maintenance of effort costs simply isnt enough to fund teacher salary increases and technology requirements at the same time. The fact remains that our teachers are two steps behind, says Laughlin. Steps are salary increases earned by teachers based on previous experience. Laughlin explains that one step for the countys eligible educators equal around $1.9 million. She says if teachers were given their two step increases, the total would near the $4 million mark, spending virtually all of the money offered by the commissioners. Laughlin acknowledges that teachers should be paid according to their contracts, but she says she also understands that technological requirements needed to remain in compliance with federal mandates such as Race to the Top take precedent. Negotiations are ongoing, but Laughlin
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The College of Southern Maryland hosted the fourth annual Nonprofit Institute Conference, March 28 at the La Plata Campus on March 28. The keynote speaker was Executive Vice President of TransitionGuides and author of For the Good of the Cause: Board Building Lessons from Highly Effective Nonprofits Don Tebbe. During his speech, he addressed the need
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Drug Abuse Prevention Assembly Educational information will be presented to students by representatives from the St. Marys County Sheriffs Office during student assembly. The information presented will focus on the risks and dangers associated with abuse of prescription medications and other drugs. Facilitator: Designated school resource officers, St. Marys County Sheriffs Office. Mock Vehicle Crash and Emergency Response Demonstration will occur in the morning at each school to focus students attention on the potential results of poor driving decisions. Facilitators: Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service, St. Marys St. Marys County Sheriffs Office. Alcohol Abuse Prevention Exhibit - Educational information will be presented to students by representatives from the St. Marys County Community Alcohol Coalition pertaining to the risks and dangers associated with the abuse of alcohol. Facilitator: Med-Star/St. Marys Hospital Health Connections. Seatbelt Safety Check (Maryland Chiefs Challenge) Activities - The St. Marys County Sheriffs Office and Maryland State Police will hold a seat belt check at the entrances to the three high schools to see if drivers and passengers are wearing their seatbelts at the beginning of school. Facilitators: Designated school resource officers, St. Marys County Sheriffs Office and Maryland State Police.
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Eleven Barstow Elementary School students participated in a school-sponsored club to write a fiction book for a national competition sponsored by Scholastic Books. Pictured are (front row, left to right) Michael Johnson, Payton Stevens, Lucia Owens, Aashka Patel, and Nikki Tjiputra. Back row, left to right: Andrew Seawell, Julia Merranko, Ben Rachic, Hayley Spicknall, Emma Brezina, and Aidan Lee.
First and second grade students from Barstow Elementary School participated in an 8-week school-sponsored club to write a fiction book for the Kids are Authors national competition sponsored by Scholastic Books. Eleven students from the school participated in the club, and were solely responsible for writing and illustrating a book for submission to this national contest. Their book, The Adventures of Bob and Lucy, tells the story of two twins who meet a Genie after being swept up by a tornado. The Genie offers to grant them four wishes, but is challenged by granting them the correct wishes as the twins continually interrupt each other. As a result, many crazy wishes are granted until the twins decide to take turns and not talk over one another. Several of the students said they joined the endeavor because they are aspiring authors. I wanted to be in the club because I already wrote a book at my house and I like writing books, echoed Aidan Lee. One of the first graders, Aashka Patel, also enjoys writing and said, I decided to be in the club because my mom told me that she would help me write books and I am already up to 10 books. First grader Michael Johnson said he enjoyed the creative process: My favorite part of the club was when we just started to see what the book was going to be about. Second grader Emma Brezina, also enjoyed drawing pictures for the book. It was fun to draw pictures that may be in the book. I am very excited we were able to offer this unique opportunity to our students.
The chance to become a published author is priceless! said Barstow Elementary Principal Donna House. We offer after school enrichment clubs twice a year but this is the first writing club we have sponsored. The students were very enthusiastic and passionate about their project. Many thanks to Sarah Merranko for providing the vision and follow through for this club. I am very proud of each of our authors and illustrators and I will cherish my personal copy of The Adventures of Bob and Lucy. The Kids Are Authors competitionhasoccurredannually since 1986. Scholastic chooses two grand prize winners each year, one in fiction, and one in non-fiction, from tens of thousands of students nationwide. Scholastic publishes the grand prize books, which are distributed by Scholastic Book Fairs across the country. Although the children do not receiveany royalties from the sales of the books, the winningschoolreceives$5,000 in merchandise from the Scholastic Book FairsSchool Resource Catalogto be awarded to the public/private school or non-profit organization of their choice,100 copies of their published bookand a framed award certificate and gold medallion for each student. Additionally, Scholastic chooses 25 books that are selected as honorable mention winners. Those winning teamsreceive$500 in merchandise from Scholastic and student award certificates. The grandprize winners and honorable mention winners will be notified by Scholastic by May 31. For information about theprogram, visitwww.scholasticbookfairs.com.
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By Kay Poiro Staff Writer A new regional anthem is poised to hit the airwaves in time for Spring. Southern Maryland Thang is a compilation song written by Donovan Farrell, featuring local musical artists Wes Ryce, Donald Quade, Lindz Owen and John Luskey. Singer Donovan Farrell says once he decided to create a song as a nod to the culture of the county, the rest of the process was fairly straightforward. I sat down one night and came up with the music, says Donovan. Still, as much as he liked the song, Donovan knew he needed four different quality voices to make the song complete. The first person I thought of was Wes, he says. Wes Ryce, lead singer of local band No Green Jelly Beenz, suggested Donald Quade and Lindz Owen. Donovan says while the four of them agreed on Charles County native John Luskey, they werent sure if Luskeys schedule could accommodate the project. They were thrilled when he was available. Although Donovan, Ryce, Quade, Owen and Luskey enjoy playing together, Donovan says there are no plans to tour as a Southern Maryland supergroup. This was originally a one-time thing, Donovan explains. Schedulewise it would be hard because we all have our bands, but if were asked to perform, Im pretty sure we could make it happen. Donovan says when he heard his song on John Hunt & The Phoenix Internet radio last week, it was amazing. Johns [Luskey] probably the only one whos ever heard his song on the radio before, but for the rest of us, it was pretty special, says Donovan. Since that first spin, the response to Southern Maryland Thang has been overwhelming. The Facebook
page, launched a week ago, has over 1,100 likes. Local country station 102.9 WKIK-FM has the song in rotation and J.J. Roth, a disc jockey at 98.1 out of Ocean City, Md. and fellow Southern Maryland native, is also playing it. The music video for Southern Maryland Thang is currently being filmed and is scheduled to wrap in early April. The video, shot entirely by Sargas Media of Lexington Park, showcas-
es several Southern Maryland locations including Bowles and Vallandingham farms in St. Marys County, as well as North Beach boardwalk and the Port Tobacco Marina. The official release date for the song and music video is April 11. A release party is planned for Port Tobacco Marina with the band No Green Jelly Beenz headlining. We are blown away by the sup-
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an acrobat. Lisa tells all her newbies or virgin divas to wear comfortable layers of clothing, be prepared to exercise barefoot and bring an open mind. Each exercise series last about eight weeks, so give the body time to get used to the moves. Once newbies get the hang of it, Lisa says, they almost always love it. I have one client for whom no kind of exercise was enjoyable, but when she tried Flaunt! , she said she finally found what she was looking for. From housewives to pastors wiveswe get all kinds of people in class, says Lisa. Because who doesnt want to feel strong, sexy and self-confident? Flaunt! classes are held at Gracies Guys and Dolls studio in Hollywood. Class times are Tuesdays and Thursdays 1 p.m., Wednesdays 7:50 p.m. and Saturdays 9:15 a.m. and 11:40 a.m. For more information about Lisas Flaunt! divas, visit www.facebook. com/flaunt11. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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Obituaries
Janice Darlene Somerville, 56
Janice Darlene Somerville, 56 of Abell, Md., passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on March 19. Janice was born May 21, 1957 to Ada Armstrong and John Aloysius Carter. She was raised and adored by John F. (Tit) Carter and Dorothy (Armstrong) Carter in Avenue, Md. She attended and graduated from the Saint Marys County School System. Upon graduating from Chopticon High School in 1975, Janice worked for the U.S. federal government and was employed by the General Services Administration for 16 years. She suffered from a brief illness and began working closer to home as an inhome caregiver. Janice married the love of her life, Leonidas Somerville on Nov. 24, 1979 and out of their union three children were born: Damion (Lexington Park, Md.), Brandalin (Jacksonville, Fla.), and Lea (Loveville, Md.). She celebrated 13 years of marriage before her husbands untimely death. Janice was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. She loved music of all kinds and took pleasure in going to concerts. She enjoyed cooking for her family, dancing, playing cards, laughing, joking around and talking after people. She had a sharp tongue and could never be caught off guard because she always had a snappy
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remark ready. She was an avid reader of romantic novels and could read through a 300+ page book in as few as two days. She would exchange brown paper bags full of books with her sister-in-law, Ugertha Somerville Whatley and her daughter, Brandalin and they would discuss the books in detail; agreeing and disagreeing with the outcome. Janice experienced health issues throughout her later life and fought valiantly to maintain her independence. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leonidas Somerville; parents, Dorothy Armstrong Carter and John F. (Tit) Carter; birth-mother, Ada Ginny-gal Armstrong and sister, Pamela Armstrong. To cherish memories of Janice, she leaves her three children, three grandchildren, Davien, Jaylen, and Jami; a brother, Jonathan Armstrong; a sister, Lisa Armstrong; one niece, Tiffanie Armstrong; five nephews, Jason Armstrong, Damont Barnes, Timothy Bush, Darius Armstrong, and Darien Bush. She also leaves a faithful companion, Albert Woodland and a whole host of family members and friends. Family united with friends on Thursday, March 27 for visitation at 10 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 21340 Colton Point Road, Ave., Md. Interment to follow at Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, Md. The family would like to turn to you for monetary support in helping with finances to bury their beloved mother. Donations may be sent to Lea Somerville, P.O. Box 281, Loveville, Md. 20656. Thank you in advance for your help Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, Md. Director of Business Administration. He retained this position from 1964 - 1979 when he was appointed Assistant Superintendent for Business and Support Services from 1979 1980. In 1981 he was given the title of Director of Business Operations. It was from this position that Mr. Kanowicz retired from the Board of Education and then moved on to Long and Foster as a part-time real-estate agent. Henrys favorite past times were watching University of Maryland sports and enjoying family gatherings. Henry was a loving husband to Agnes for 56 years until her death on August 1, 2005. Henry was the most compassionate, loving, generous and unprejudiced husband, father and grandfather that anyone could ever ask for. We were truly blessed. Henry is survived by his four children, Mark (Jane) Kanowicz, Sandra (Alvin) Hancock, Glenn (Robin) Kanowicz, and Martha (Devon) Treasure; eight grandchildren, Jessica, Brian, Jenna, Heather, Kevin, Rachel, Lauren, and Mitchell; seven greatgrandchildren, Carmen, Caleb, Makayla, Eli, Ethan, Avery and Olivia; and one sister, Sophia Yasalonis of New Cumberland, Pa. Organizational Memberships, Honors and Awards: Organized CCTA Federal Credit Union 1952, Treasurer, CCTA Federal Credit Union -1952-1957, President, CCTA Federal Credit Union 1957-1964. State Chairman, Maryland State Education Association (MSTA) Credit Union Committee 1953. MSTA Leadership Training Insti-
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tute Staff, 1954-1956. Maryland Future Farmers of America, State Farmers Degree, 1960. Whos Who in the East, 1960 1970. Outstanding Educators in America, 1973. Kappa Phi Kappa Honorary Educational Society. Monsignor Tierney Honor Society Academic. Phi Delta Kappa Graduate Educational Society. Life Member of National Educational Association (NEA). Association of School Business Officials of MD and DC Liaison 16 years, Finance Section Director 1973, Treasurer 19781979, Director 1980. The School Superintendents Association (AASA) 1964-1980. Lions Club President, 1961 and 1976 26 year perfect attendance, Zone Chairman, 1978. Knights of Columbus Deputy Grand Knight 1960. Elk Organizing Committee and Treasurer 1961. Maryland Negotiating Service, 1968-1978. Division of Food and Nutrition Service of US Dept. of Agriculture, School Food Service Financial Management Handbook Pilot System 1972. United States Office of Education, National Conference Public Confidence and the Schools -1979. Breton Bay Cherry Cove Civic Association, President 1980. Public School Superintendents Association of Maryland 1980. US Dept. of Agriculture, National Advisory Council on Child Nutrition, Nominated 1980. Educational Systems Employees Board of Directors. United Teachers Profession. Honorable service in the US Armed Forces for outstanding service and loyalty to the United States of America. Family received friends on Saturday, March 22 from 9 to 10:45 a.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. at St. Aloysius Church, Leonardtown, Md. Interment followed in the Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, Md. Serving as pallbearers were Mark Kanowicz, Glenn Kanowicz, Alvin Hancock, Brian Hancock, Kevin Hancock, Mitchell Kanowicz and Devon Treasure. Serving as honorary pallbearers were be Henrys grandchildren and the Leonardtown Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, c/o St. Marys County Department of Aging, P.O. Box 655, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md. end Elizabeth Jackson at 12 p.m. Interment followed at Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown, Md. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris Russell, Marty Russell, Nathan Russell, Justin Russell, Harry Gordon and Dick Osburn. Memorial contributions may be made to Covenant Hospice, 107 West 19th Street, Panama City, Fla. 32405 and First Saints Community Church, 25550 Point Lookout Road, P.O. Box 95, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, Pa., Leonardtown, Md. Al was a United States Navy veteran, serving proudly with his brothers of Patrol Squadron 44. After his faithful military service, Al worked for the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Paul Hall Center, in Piney Point Md., as the grounds supervisor and mentor to young men, where he retired with over 29 years of dedicated service. Al was a loving husband, a brother to his shipmates, and a caring friend to many. He loved to travel, visit his favorite casino with Betty, and attend his squadron reunions. He was an avid outdoorsman, gardener and antique collector. One of his favorite joys was having a good time; and no matter what the situation, he always did. Al was a true inspiration to the people he met and always had a kind word for others. He loved life and lived his to the fullest. Al will always be remembered for his dry wit, honesty, equality for all, and his strong belief in unionism. The family received friends for Als Life Celebration on Sunday, March 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, Pa., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650 with prayers recited at 4 p.m. by Father Scott Woods. A graveside service was held on Monday, March 31 at 10 a.m. at the Charles Memorial Gardens, 26325 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown, Md. Pallbearers were his brothers of Patrol Squadron 44, Jeff Snavely, Richard Nevala, Robert Groat, and Roy Veach. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of St. Marys, Inc., P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Condolences to the family can be offered at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
Imogene Russell, 86
Imogene Russell, 86, of Lexington Park, Md. died March 25 at Covenant Hospice in Panama City, Fla. Born February 24, 1928 in Tucker Hill, Va., she was the daughter of the late Ida and Randolph Thomas. She was the wife of Emmitt Russell, whom she married May 9, 1946. He preceded her in death on Nov. 27, 2001. She had worked at Sears and in the Loan Department at Maryland Bank and Trust. Imogene was a longtime resident of St. Georges Island. Imogene is survived by her son, Richard Russell and wife, Jeannie of Panama City, Fla.; her grandson, Christopher Russell of Long Island, N.Y. and her brother, Carroll Thomas of Boyce, Va. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Lee Russell and her brother, Walter Thomas. Family received friends on Monday, March 31, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22945 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Funeral service was celebrated by Rever-
Robert L. Hayes, 73
Robert L. (Al) Hayes, 73, of Leonardtown Md., passed away March 25 at the St. Marys Hospice House in Callaway, Md., surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with heart disease. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on June 18, 1940, he was the son of the late Frank Hayes, Sr., and Jeannette Hayes. Al is survived by his beautiful and loving wife of 50 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Robison Hayes of Leonardtown, Md.; brothers Frank J. Hayes, Jr., James T. Hayes and his wife Cindy of Mich.; his nephew Al Norris of Danville, Calif.; nieces, Autumn Hayes, Robin Hayes, Julie Rombach, Patty Kline and Lorrie Schmidt of Mich.; Marlo Hayes of Texas; and many grand nieces and nephews in Md. and Mich. In addition to his parents, Al is predeceased by his brother Richard Hayes of Mich. and niece Robin Keller, wife of Charlie Keller of Waldorf, Md.
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Milton Delawares Robbie Emory drove a flawless race to score his first-career Potomac Speedway feature win in last Friday nights 20-lap Limited Late Model headliner. Wheeling his PJ1 Motorsports no.9E, Emory became the divisions 72nd different feature winner and also made himself only the third driver ever from the state of Delaware to win at Potomac. Jeff King and Robbie Emory shared the front-row for the start of the event with King surging into the race lead as the pack raced off turn-two. King appeared poised for his first-ever Potomac feature win as he lead until the half-way point in the feature. Coming off turn-four to complete lap-11 King slid high with a failing left front tire opening the door to Emory to slide by and grab the top-spot. Emory would go on to lead the distance, but would have to hold-off a furious late race rush by eventual runner-up Tyler Emory, to preserve the win. This is a great way to start the season. Emory stated from Potomacs victory lane. The last time I was here on Potomacs front-stretch I won a bike race when I was five years old. Emory was quick to praise those who aided in his winning drive. My dad built this motor over the winter, and its got plenty of power. Said Emory. I just want to thank my family and PJ1 Motorsports for all their support, were hoping for a good season this year. King held on for third, Billy Hubbard was fourth
with 11th-starting Derrick Quade rounding out the top-five. Heats went Emory and King. Mike Latham scored the win in the 16-lap Street Stock feature. Latham, who started fourth, grabbed the lead on lap one and would lead every lap to collect his 31st career Potomac feature win. Opening day winner Darren Alvey dogged Latham the entire distance, but would settle for runner-up money. Chuck Bowie was third, Dale Reamy took fourth with Mike Raleigh completing the top-five. Billy Crouse scored his first-career Potomac feature win in the 15-lap Hobby Stock main. Sixth-starting Crouse wrestled the race lead from John Burch on lap-four and would then hold-off 12th-starting Jerry Deason to post the breakthrough win. Burch settled for third, Greg Morgan was fourth with Jamie Sutphin rounding out the top-five. Eastside (VA) speedway regular David Rhodes scored a flagto-flag win in the 15-lap U-Car feature. Rhodes, who started second, took the lead on lap-one and then held off a determined Erica Bailey to post the win. Sam Raley was third, Cori French took fourth with opening day winner DJ Powell filling the front-five. Ed Pope Sr. continued his mastery of the Strictly Stock ranks as he scored the win in the divisions 15-lap contest. This would be the fourth year in a row, that Pope would win the class opener. Pope would lead all 15-laps to post the win over JJ Silvious, John Hardesty, Paul Jones and Nabil Guffey.
phin 9. Max Martin 10. Matthew Stewart 11. Robbie Kramer Jr. 12. Ryan Clement 13. Korey Downs 14. Buddy Dunagan (DNS) U-Car feature finish 1. David Rhodes 2. Erica Bailey 3. Sam Raley 4. Cori French 5. DJ Powell 6. Corey Swaim 7. Jeremy Pilkerton 8. Megan Mann 9. Angel Mudd Strictly Stock feature finish 1. Ed Pope Sr. 2. JJ Silvious 3. John Hardesty 4. Paul Jones 5. Nabil Guffey 6. Jimmy Suite 7. Johnny Hardesty 8. Ray Bucci 9. Zack Smizer 10. Ed Pope Jr. 11. Megan Emory 12. Ben Pirner 13. Darrell Battle
SPORTs Middle School NEWs Baseball Starts Up in St. Marys County A View From The
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By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer The dance began with 68 par ticipants. Four are left. My bracket is perfect. Warren Buffet, courtesy his billiondollar challenge, is sweating. Im starting to count my 10-figure payoff. Early retirement. New car. New home. Vacation home. Or two. Maybe three. I will shamelessly indulge my hobbies. My mom will never work again. My dadwellhes a professional retiree. He hasnt worked in years. But Ill float him a new set of golf clubs and personalized balls branded with my adorable likeness. My palate will only know the worlds finest beer; my music collection will be epic. Ill move my cousin into a guesthouse. He has no fixed address anyway, and Ill need a wingman for my life of leisure and he masters in leisure. And of course there would be much philanthropy (food for the soul). That paragraph contains more madness than the tournament itself. My bracket is trashed. The billion dollars remain in Mr. Buffets massive account. I remain employed and the holder of a single mortgage. My mother still works; my dad is playing generic, off-the-shelf balls. My cousin continues to wander and my philanthropy remains meager. My bracket dream is over. Im the same guy today that I was before the tournament not that theres anything wrong with that. My wife would agreeI think. The reason I didnt find my wonderland, get bequeathed a chocolate factory, or end up with a enough of Mr. Buffets money to buy a private island isnt the result of lack of knowledge or overall ability. Oh no, I have skills. The problem, one that thwarts so many brackets that coulda been contenders, was this: the occurrence of the unforeseen, the illogical and maybe even the impossible. Stephen F. Austin beat VCU stone cold. Harvard whipped Cincinnati - not in a math-a-thon on the basketball court. Dayton defeated perennial powers Ohio State and Syracuse. Stanford sent Kansas home early no ruby slippers required. And of course, Mercer, the pride of Macon, Georgia, bounced Duke in the first round. Upsets are part of single-elimination tournament basketball. Always have been. But Davids beating Goliath so often now, its fair to question if theyve been cast correctly. Upstarts small schools from nondescript conferences - are winning regularly and are even making runs to the Final Four (see George Mason in 2006, Butler in 2010 and 2011, VCU in 2011 and Wichita State last year). So what has changed? Well, a lot. Early entrants to the NBA are robbing major programs of elite talent while smaller schools with less decorated recruits build teams real teams over several seasons. But its more than that. The kids from Butler, Dayton and Mercer, and nearly every school like them, act like they belong now. A national T.V. audience, cavernous arenas and blue blood opponents engender not a trace of intimidation, cowardice or inferiority. The tournaments grand stage, the opportunity to win and to chase the sports greatest prize is as much theirs as it is their more ballyhooed opponent. Mercer isnt less than Duke; Mercer equals Duke. I watched a re-run of Rocky III recently. In Rockys first fight with Clubber Lang (Mr. T), defeat was in his eyes. He wanted no part of the hungry challenger. Of course, as Rocky so often did, he came back with vengeance and defeated Lang in the rematch. In the climatic fight Rocky defiantly implored Lang to hit him while proclaiming, you aint so badyou aint nothing. Rocky had absorbed the champs best punch and found him to be no greater, no stronger than he was. The kids from Mercer, Dayton and insert-any-instant-Cinderella-here, routinely compete with the same fearlessness as Philadelphias beloved boxing hero. Goliath is mighty and strong, but David is a highly skilled with his slingshot. Bill Cosby once said, In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure. To see that quote in action, watch the NCAA tournament every spring. For it to show up throughout the year, it is up to us to apply the fearlessness of these young men to everything we do. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
The Panthers (maroon) and Jaguars on the baseline prior to the first Babe Ruth league baseball game. Babe Ruth baseball is for middle school students. This is the first time St. Marys County has had a middle school age baseball league.
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Leadership Southern Maryland Hosts Open House at Fairlead Academy for Tutors, Mentors
By Kay Poiro Staff Writer Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) hosts an open house at the Fairlead Academy on April 3. The event, held at 20833 Great Mills Rd., is primarily to find mentors and tutors for its 9th grade students of the school. Rebecca Cline, Academic Dean for Fairlead Academy, says the ideal mentor has the ability to make a connection with the student, as well as commit to regular visits of every week or so, about 30-45 minutes at a time, says Cline. Mentors might discuss their grades, talk about whats going on with their classes, talk about their interests outside of school. Some mentors even bring the student lunch sometimes. Cline says the need for tutors is especially great. Potential tutors need not be certified teachers, but knowledgeable in the core subjects of English, Social Studies, Science and Math. They must register as a volunteer through the school system, allowing them one-on-one access to students. The volunteer application is available on the St. Marys County Public Schools website. Unlike the mentors, our tutors dont necessarily need to work with the same student, Cline explains. We do ask that they remain in contact with the teachers so lesson plans can be addressed. Steve Combs of Leadership Southern Maryland says the LSM-sponsored Southern Maryland Academic Resource Team (SMART) is a perfect fit for the Fairlead Academys need for mentors. Combs explains that the program, currently in its first year, was devised as a way to help guide the students who dont know what they want to do later on in life. Some of them needed support, direction or simple exposure to their post-high school options. In addition to providing support through SMART, Leadership Southern Maryland also plans to sponsor a Career Day at Fairlead Academy in early May. Local professionals will be on hand to talk to students about career options. Its important to show students that there is a way to get from where they are to where they want to be. It comes down to decision-making and these folks could help influence these decisions. Combs says he and many of his classmates have been where the Fairlead students are now and trust me, theres no better place to invest than in the future. Leadership Southern Maryland is a non-profit, independent educational leadership development program designed to create regional leaders. For information about the Open House, contact Rebecca Cline at (301) 863-4090. Fairlead Academy applications are available at www.smcps.org. For more information about the SMART program, contact Steve Combs at smcombs@gmail.com. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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Computer classes offered for adults Adults can register for the following free computer classes: Introduction to Word on Apr. 9 at 2 p.m. and Introduction to PowerPoint on Apr. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Lexington Park branch; Intermediate Excel on Apr. 7 at 2 p.m. and Introduction to Digital Photo Editing on Apr. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Leonardtown branch; and Introduction to Publisher on Apr. 17 at 1 p.m. at the Charlotte Hall branch. Childrens programs planned during spring break The popular crafternoon program will be offered on Apr. 15 at Leonardtown branch and on Apr. 16 at Charlotte Hall and Lexington Park branches. Kids, ages 4 to 12, can drop in from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and complete a spring craft. Supplies will be provided. Lexington Park branch will hold a karaoke for kids ages 6 to 12 on Apr. 14 at 3 p.m. Free family movies are planned at each branch. Charlotte Hall branch will show the movie about Anna who teams up with a mountaineer and his trusty reindeer to break an icy spell cast on the kingdom of Arendelle by Snow Queen Elsa on Apr. 15 at 2 p.m. The movie about Basil, the rodent Sherlock Holmes, who investigates the kidnapping of a toy-maker and uncovers its link to his arch-enemy, Professor Ratigan, will be shown at Leonardtown branch on Apr. 16 at 2:30 p.m. On Apr. 17 at 2 p.m. Lexington Park branch will show the movie about Hop who tells the comic tale of Fred taking the Easter Bunny in after he accidentally injures him only to find out the Easter Bunny is the worlds worst house guest. Kids can sample new recipes Kids ages 8 to 12 can make and sample new recipes at Kids Can Cook program at Lexington Park branch on Apr. 8 at 4:30 p.m. Help available for job seekers Job seekers can get job counseling and resume help, search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange when the Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center visits the Leonardtown branch on Apr. 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Leonardtown Library will also offer a free resume basics class on Apr. 23 at 5:30 p.m. Adults will learn the basics of writing a resume, the different types of resumes, and how to use the resume templates in Word 2010. Registration is required.
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Keep your distance: Plant the rain garden at least 15 feet away from the house. Dont fear the mosquitoes: Their larvae take seven to ten days to mature. A well-designed rain garden should drain in three days or less. It will also attract predators such as birds, toads, and dragonflies to keep bugs at bay. Choose native plants with large root systems: They are generally best suited to the rain garden environment. Where to get help with RAIN GARDENS & NATIVE PLANTS Rain Gardens, a how-to manual for homeowners, lowimpactdevelopment.org Adkins Arboretum, 410-634-2847, or adkinsarboretum.org Wentworth Nursery, Inc. 301-373-9245 or wentworthnursery.com
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This is the eighth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (maryann.scott58@yahoo.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next weeks County Times!
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Olivia May Clark 27 Mechanicsville, Md Richard Steven Schmidt, III 25 Mechanicsville, Md Agnes Louis Maddox 65 Park Hall, Md John Clarence Hagens, Sr., 66 Waldorf, Md Brandon Timothy Schoppert 22 Leonardtown, Md Shannon Kate Flanagan 19 Crofton, Md Danielle Mae Larrabee 30 Lexington Park, Md Shawn Christopher Kellyh 33 Lexington Park, Md Christianna Marie Wolford 26 Beaufort, Sc Christina Lynn Talladira 20 Beaufort, Sc Stephanie Nicole Simpson 27 Charlotte Hall, Md Thomas Richard Smith Jr., 27 Brandywine, Md Phoenix, Md Jason Paul Glenn 30 Ayase Kanagawa, Japan Luz Ileana Betancourt 54 Tangerine, Fl Collette Marie Rance 49 Tangerine, Fl
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301-475-4200, ext. 1063. Fee is $50, payable in advance at any of the countys senior activity centers and includes admission, bus transportation and bus driver tip. Reservations and payment must be received by Apr. 9. Maryland Access Point/Aging & Disability Resource Center Open to the Public The Aging & Disability Resource Center also knows as the Maryland Access Point (MAP) is Making Access Possible, by providing the community a link to health and support services. MAP is a free information and referral service coordinated by the St. Marys County Department of Aging & Human Services. It is open to the public and individuals of all income levels. Everyone is encouraged to visit or call the MAP site, including adults 50 and over, individuals 18 and older experiencing a disability and caregivers of any age who may have questions or concerns about someone in need. This new initiative will be a benefit to the community because it offers a one-stop-shop approach. This coordination of services among agencies will ensure the care received is not only efficient, but effective. The Maryland Access Point of St. Marys County can help you find out about community-based services, transportation, legal services and behavioral health resources, to name a few. Schedule an appointment today by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1057. views, and scenes will be shared with those who are interested. Reserve your seat by contacting the Center at 301-475-4002, ext. 1001.
Easter Celebration
Celebrate the season of spring and the Easter holiday at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Apr.16 at noon. A lunch of chicken salad served on croissant with lettuce and tomato, pineapple, three bean salad and lemon meringue pie, juice/milk/tea/coffee will be served at noon. Following the meal, there will be an Easter Bonnet Contest (bring your bonnet to enter), Guess the Jelly Bean Flavor Contest, and many other Easter activities. Sign up in advance by calling, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Geppis Pop Art Museum & Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Oriole Park at Camden Yards
On Thursday, May 1, travel to downtown Baltimore for a tour of Geppis Pop Art Museum and remember all your favorite toys and super heroes of the `60s, `70s, & `80s. This is the perfect tour for baby boomers! Enjoy lunch at nearby Dempseys Restaurant, followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Sorry, the Orioles are not playing a home game but youll be able to see and learn about the inner workings of the stadium and how it operates. Lunch is self-pay at Dempseys Restaurant. Bus departs from the Northern Senior Activity Center promptly at 8 a.m. and returns about 5 p.m. Bring your own travel snacks. For more information, call Alice at 301-475-4200, ext. 1063. Fee is $50, payable in advance at any of the countys senior activity centers and includes admission, bus transportation and bus driver tip. Reservations and payment must be received by Apr. 9.
Do you want to strengthen your core muscles which may help with lower back pain and maintain posture and balance? Dave Scheible, teaches this class on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. You can try it out for free and if you like it you can continue coming using a fitness card. Fitness cards are $30 and are good for 10 fitness classes of any type at any of the St. Marys County Senior Activity Centers. For more information call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.
Maurielle H. Stewart, a constituent liaison to Congressman Steny Hoyer, will visit the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, Apr. 15 at 10:00 a.m. to meet with area seniors to hear concerns specifically related to issues impacting seniors. Space is limited; therefore, those wishing to participate should sign up by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Join us for a tour of Washingtons Mt. Vernon on Monday, Apr. 28. Bus departs from the Northern Senior Activity Center promptly at 8:15 a.m. and returns about 4:30 p.m. Enjoy viewing the 25-minute film, We Fight to be Free. After the movie, take part in a fabulous guided tour of George Washingtons impressive 21-room residence where historic interpreters will provide relevant information and showcase the interior of the mansion that is restored to its 1799 appearance. Afterwards, take a self-guided tour of the Gardens, Blacksmith Shop and various out-buildings of the estate. George Washingtons Distillery and Gristmill are nearby and will be toured after lunch. Lunch is on your own at the Food Court or the Mt. Vernon Restaurant. Considerable walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes. Bring your own travel snacks. For more information, call Alice at
On Friday, Apr. 11 at 11:00 a.m., at the Garvey Senior Activity Center and at 1 p.m. at the Northern Senior Activity Center, bereavement workers from Hospice of St. Marys will offer tips for coping with the deaths of others close to us as we age. For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Therapeutic massage and reflexology are getting a lot of good press these days but the benefits have been well-known in holistic circles since ancient times. The massage therapist at Loffler Senior Activity Center is certified in both practices and an is available on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Appointments are required and must be made in advance. There are a few openings in her schedule, if you are interested in making an appointment, or wish for more information call 301-737-5670 ext. 1658.
Massages by Appointment
On Thursday, Apr. 10, at 1 p.m., the Lyme discussion and support group invites the public to view the award winning documentary, Under Our Skin. It will be shown at the Northern Senior Activity Center in its entirety, 104 minutes. The film explores one of the most controversial and fastest growing health concerns today; Lyme disease. Additional footage, inter-
On Mondays, starting at 10 a.m., therapeutic massages are offered at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Licensed Massage Therapist, Sherry Zollinhofer, offers half hour sessions at the rate of $25 per session. This is an excellent way to increase circulation and relieve tired, aching muscles. Massage therapy has been shown to increase energy, reduce stress, tension and anxiety. Call 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 for an appointment.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
European Felons Deported A Journey Through Time to Colonial America The Chronicle
From 1611 to 1776, more than 50,000 English and Irishfelonswere sentenced to deportation toAmerican coloniesover the centuries. Maryland received more than any other colony. In 1755 there were approximately 50 of these convicts living in St. Marys County, 29 males and 13 females (over 16) and 5 boys and 3 girls (under 16). They were usually sold at the port of arrival and their terms of service were either 7 or 14 years. While I cant say with 100% certainty that the crimes they committed were extreme crimes, e.g., murder, I would have to believe they werent or they would have been hung in England. Runaways were common. In 1738 Robert Yates, a planter living in St. Marys County, placed an advertisement in the Virginia Gazette for two of his servants, one named James Fazakerley, a low well-set man, about 25 years of age; is pretty much marked with the small pox, has a cock eye and squints; he is a Lancashire man and speaks broad; is a miller by trade. His clothing is supposed to be tolerable good and chargeable, he being lately come into the Country. He has one light colored Fustian coat, with metal buttons, together with other old clothes, a new pair of oznabrig trousers, and a pair of strong English shoes, and is supposed to have some English money with him. The other servant was named William Hulse, a lusty young man, about 20 years of age, of a reddish complexion, with short light colored hair; he is slow both of foot and speech, and not quick of apprehension; he had on, when he went away, a strong dark colored cloth coat and jacket, lined with shelloan, very much worn, a new pair of oznabrig trousers, one or two old checked and one coarse white shirt, and a pair of strong English shoes. They went away in a large canoe, and took their sea bedding with them. Mr. Yates offered a reward of 45 shillings in Maryland currency or one pistole reward, besides what the law allows. That same year John Heard, Abraham Barnes, Thomas Brooke, and Robert Ford, all of St. Marys County, came together and posted an advertisement in the Pennsylvania Gazette for George Humphrey, an Englishman, aged about 19 years, fair complexion, and talks slow; Barnaby Higgins, an Irishman, aged about 25 years, low of stature, much pockridden; Michael Mara, an Irishman, aged about 25 years, low of stature, swarthy complexion; John Maine, an Englishman, middle aged, bred to the sea, much disfigured on the face and throat from the Kings Evil; John More, an Irishman, had a blemiss on one eye, middle aged, high stature, well set, and dexterous at the spade; and a Negro man named Peter, about 25 years old, country born, middle stature, well set, talks notably. They all made off in a boat on the Potomac River, 15 feet in the keel, with two masts and rigged after the Bermudian manner.
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Thursday, April 3
American Legion Post 221 Meeting American Legion Post 221, 21690 Colton Point Road, Avenue 8 p.m. American Legion Post 221 invites all active duty personnel and veterans to join us for our monthly meeting on the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Visit our website at www.alpost221. webs.com/ or e-mail us at alpost221@ netscape.net. Call Mike Barbour for more information at 301-769-4569. Disneys Beauty and the Beast by Patuxent H.S. Harlequins Patuxent High School, 12485 Southern Connector Blvd, Lusby 6:30 p.m. The Patuxent High School Harlequins (Drama Department) proudly present the musical Disneys Beauty and the Beast in the Patuxent High School Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and show begins promptly at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. phsbeauty.weebly.com. Caf des Artistes The Music of Johnny Mercer Caf des Artistes, 41655 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown 6 to 9 p.m. Come to Caf des Artistes to hear the music of Johnny Mercer. This Savannah, Georgia native is one of the most beloved composer/lyricists of all time, who wrote such tunes as Moon River, Autumn Leaves, Fools Rush In, Skylark, and The Days of Wine and Roses. Gretchen is joined by Randy Richie on keyboard and Bill Hones on acoustic bass. Friendly, neighborhood French cafe atmosphere and critically-acclaimed cuisine. Reservations recommended. Call 301-997-0500 for more information.
berships are available for $80 at these events. Basket Auction/Shrimp Social St. Michaels School, 16560 Three Notch Road, Ridge 5 p.m. St. Michaels School is hosting an auction of themed baskets in time for Easter giving. Doors open at 5 p.m. Fried and steamed shrimp dinners will also be sold. Place your best bid on your favorite baskets, then enjoy your dinner. At 6 p.m. the highest bid for each basket is announced and subsequent overbids taken. Come, join the fun and support St. Michaels School. More info: 301-872-5454. Kids Yoga with Crafts Evolve Yoga and Wellness Studio, 23415 Three Notch Road, #2004, California 5 p.m. Come join us at the Evolve Yoga and Wellness Studio at 5 p.m. for a fun filled class that brings yoga and crafts together in one place. The first part of class will incorporate yoga poses, games, breathing exercises and selfcalming techniques in a supportive and non-competitive atmosphere. Class ends with final resting pose which includes visual imagery and relaxation exercises to quiet both the mind and body. Your child will participating in making an arts and craft project at the end of the class. No prior yoga experience is necessary. A yoga mat will be provided for your child if needed. Parents have the options of 1) dropping their child off for their class 2) joining the 5 to 6 p.m. adult yoga class in the adjacent studio. Opal Fine Art Invitational Opal Fine Art Gallery and Gifts, 41625 Park Avenue, Leonardtown - 5 to 8 p.m. Come celebrate poetry month at Fenwick Books, the Yellow Door Studio, and the North End Gallery. An Opening and Reception will take at the Opal Fine Art Gallery and Gifts. Fenwick Books will host a poetry reading from Randolph Bridgeman, the Yellow Door Studio will host a childrens poetry event, and the North End Gallery will host Visually Speaking.
Patuxent River Cleanup Myrtle Point Park, 24050 Patuxent Blvd., California 9 a.m. Patuxent River Cleanup will be held at Myrtle Point Park from 9 a.m. to Noon. Please, join the Friends of Myrtle Point Park in our annual cleanup effort. This winter has deposited a lot of trash at the park and a spring cleaning is in order. Come to the park picnic area where we will have a sign in sheet. Here you will get your assignment, trash bags, and work gloves. It is advisable to wear sturdy work clothes and sturdy shoes. If you have a group interested in helping please contact us in advance by calling Bob at 410-3941300. Additional Contact Information: Dudley Lindsley, Phone: 301-475-1858, Email: dlindsley@verizon.net. Volunteer registration is required. Cosponsored by the Friends of Myrtle Point Park and the Sierra Club Southern Maryland Group. Career Day Restoration Free Gospel Church, 19895 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park 1 to 4 p.m. There will be many Professionals on hand to conduct one-on-one to inspire our young youth of ages from Elementary to High School. Point of Contact Darlene Johnson, darl e n e j o h n s o n 2 013@ g m a i l .c o m or 240-434-1095. Second Annual Bluegrass Festival St. Marys County Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) - 12 p.m. til Mark your calendars for a day of great live Bluegrass music! The members of the Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad are proud to present their Second Annual Bluegrass Festival. Artists performing include: The Bluegrass Brothers, California Ramblers, Smoke Creek Rounders, Spoon Creek and 15 String Band. The fairground gate will open at 11:00 a.m. For more information or to make donations, please contact Barbara Wible 240-298-7443 or Brenda Pruett 240-298-5019 or 301-373-3131. 7th Annual Were Looking for Trouble 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Three Notch Trail at the Charlotte Hall Northern Senior Center (29655 Charlotte Hall Road) 8:45 a.m. Join us for our 7th Annual Were Looking for Trouble 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. Race day registration is $10 for 10 and under and $35 for 11 and up. Fun Run starts at 8:45 a.m. and 5K starts at 9 a.m. followed by familyfriendly activities. All proceeds benefit the Community Mediation Center of St. Marys County. Visit looking4trouble5k.com or call 301-475-9118 for more information. St. Marys American Little League Opening Day Chancellors Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills 10 a.m. Opening Ceremony begins at
10 a.m. All teams will be identified; highlighted by the introduction of our State and District champions from Last year. The youngest player and oldest player will pitch the first ball to officially start the Little League season in Southern Maryland. Let the games begin! For more information, contact Amy Garritano, Marketing Coordinator, at small.promoter@gmail.com or our website www.stmaryslittleleague. org.
Sunday, April 6
Wedding Show Rosedale Manor (25450 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hollywood) - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Greenwell Foundation is hosting a Wedding Show under two large wedding tents on the grounds of historic Rosedale Manor. Register to win a spectacular grand prize: a FREE Historic Manor House rental donated by the Greenwell Foundation. The Wedding Show at Greenwell features cake and food tastings, a live performance by the powerhouse vocal duo Lovesto ry, a complimentary photo booth, giveaways and raffle prizes and much more. Registration and information is available at www.greenwellfoundation. org. 4th Annual Walk A Mile In Her Shoes Event: The Mens March To Stop Rape, Assault and Gender Violence! St. Marys College of Maryland Track (18952 E. Fisher Road, St. Marys City) - 2 p.m. Join Walden Sierra and SMCM for the 4th annual Walk A Mile In Her Shoes Event: The Mens March To Stop Rape, Assault and Gender Violence! Registration is from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the first lap beginning at 2:30 p.m. Participation and registration are free. For more information or registration please contact Meghan Root mkroot@smcm.edu. Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Easter Egg Hunt Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, 28165 Hills Club Road, Mechnicsville 1 to 3 p.m. Its that time of year again. Come and join the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary at their Annual Easter Egg Hunt! This event is free to the community! Everyone is welcome. There will be light refreshments for sale. Chuck Adler book signing Fenwick Street Used Books and Music, 41655 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown 12 to 2 p.m. Chuck Adler will be signing copies of his book, Wizards, Aliens, and Starships: Physics and Math in Fantasy and Science Fiction at Fenwick Street Used Books and Music.
Friday, April 4
Pax River Naval Air Museum Event Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, 22156 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park 4 p.m. Land at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum after work on Friday, April 4th. Well be ready to serve you at 4 p.m. and the party goes on until 8 p.m.Join us for an evening with amazing music provided by Billy Breslin, fantastic foodand a great selection of premium beers and wine.The museum and the exhibits will be specially lit for the eventcourtesy of Pete Butt and Communications Facilities Co. This is a fantastic way to spend the evening with friends - make sure you bring them along! Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance of the event at the museum. You can also email prnamaeventscomm@gmail.com for tickets or more information. The cost of the ticket is $10 for non-members and $8 for members. Premium beer or wine by the glass will be available for $4; Coors Light is $2. If youre already a member - great! Take advantage of your membership and buy your ticket at a reduced price. If youre not a member yet, take advantage of our reduced membership prices offered at these events. Individual memberships are available for the reduced price of $35 and family mem-
Saturday, April 5
Point Lookout Lighthouse Open House Point Lookout Lighthouse, 11175 Point Lookout Road, Scotland 10 a.m. The Point Lookout Lighthouse Preservation Society will welcome visitors to the Point Lookout Lighthouse, located in the Point Lookout State Park in Scotland, Md. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 5. Docents from the Point Lookout Lighthouse Preservation Society will be on hand to answer your questions. No charge to enter the lighthouse, however standard park entrance fees apply. Donations greatly appreciated, and all funds go toward restoring the lighthouse to the 1927 time period. For additional information, please visit www.PLLPS.org or send e-mail to info@pllps.org. If you are interested in volunteering at the lighthouse, please email us at: volunteer@pllps.org.
Monday, April 7
Emotional Peace Emotions Anonymous Meeting Beacon of Hope, 21800 N. Shangri La Drive, Millison Plaza, Lexington Park 9 a.m.
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Emotional Peace offers a free and open to the public Emotions Anonymous meeting. Anyone with a desire to be emotionally well is welcome to this 12 step program for individuals struggling with emotions or mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety. Beacon of Hope is located at 21800 N. Shangri La Drive in Millison Plaza in Lexington Park, behind Family Dollar and next to the Well Pet Clinic. Call 301-997-1300 x 804 or e-mail beacon@ waldensierra.org for more information. CSM Open House CSM Leonardtown, Building A, Auditorium, Room 206, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown 5 to 7 p.m. There will be an open house at the College of Southern Maryland. Meet CSM faculty and staff, financial aid advisors and academic advisors to learn about various academic programs, student life and athletics. Attend to win door prizes and giveaways. Free. 240725-5320 or csmd.edu/Admissions/. CSMs campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two week advanced notice. If you are interested in these services, please contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614.
Wednesday, April 9
Lexington Park Business and Community Association Meeting Bay District Volunteer Fire Department 46900 S Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park 6:30 p.m. The next meeting of the Lexington Park Business and Community Association will be held at the Bay District Fire Department. The May 3 Pride in the Park Parade will be the topic of discussion. Anyone interested in the betterment of Lexington Park is encouraged to attend.
More than 25,000 gently used childrens and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@LeprechaunLillys.com.
Saturday April 12
St. Michaels School Viva Las Vegas Gala Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, 13820 Point Lookout Road, Ridge 5:30 p.m. The Viva Las VegasGala to benefit St. Michaels School will be held at the Ridge Firehouse. Doors and the cash bar open at 5:30 p.m.. While tasting a delicious assortment of appetizers such as meatballs, Lil smokies, veggies/ dip and cheese/crackers, you can bid on silent auction items. At 6:15 p.m., a buffet dinner of stuffed ham, fried oysters and roast beef begins. After dinner, DJ Coop will play tunes for dancingor listening enjoyment while you and your friends try your luck at the casino games. Cost for the evening is $35, which include starting fun money for your gambling.Silent auctionwinners will be announced at 9:30 p.m. At the end of the evening, prizes will be given to theHigh Rollers of the night. Tickets can be purchased online at www.saint-michaels-school.org or call 301-872-5454. Contra Dance Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Rd, Chaptico 7 p.m. A Contra Dance, sponsored by Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance (SMTMD), featuring caller Kim Forry. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the dancing begins at 7:30 p.m. Contra is a traditional American style of social dance and is a huge amount of fun and exercise! If youve ever danced a Virginia Reel or been to a Square Dance, you have a good idea how much fun it can be. If you havent, its about time you tried it! Beginners are encouraged to arrive at 7 p.m. to get some instruction in the various dances. Admission is $10 for non-SMTMD members; $6 for members (band members are free). No special clothing is required. You need to be comfortable, to move freely. There will be an ice cream social following the dance. For more information and directions go to www.smtmd.org. Career and College Fair and Basketball Showcase Great Mills High School, 21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills 2 p.m. April 12, Basketball 4LYFE and NAACP will partner to host a Career and College Fair, and 3rd Annual Education First, Rise to the Challenge Basketball Showcase. Veteran Cup Game at 2 p.m., in honor of our Troops. High School Rising Star Game will be at 3 p.m. For more information, contact Jeff Burrell at 202-329-4233 or www.basketball4lyfe.com.
Thursday, April 10
European 4-in-1 Pattern Chainmail Jewelry Making Class Caught My Eye, 22760 Washington Street, Leonardtown 6 to 7:30 p.m. Create your own chainmail bracelet to take home. Class is $30 (including materials). Sign up by April 6 to receive $5 off. Sign up at Caught My Eye, open Thursday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Family Night Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 7 to 8 p.m. Bring out the family for a fantastic evening out with books. Each month we will explore a new title through fun filled activities and crafts. This months title is Waffle and Whales as we discuss Everything on a Waffle by Polly Harvath and enjoy a waffle with fabulous toppings. Please register. 410-326-5289
St. Marys Easter Egg Festival St. Marys County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown 12 to 4 p.m. The St. Marys County Easter Egg Festival at the St. Marys County Fairgrounds. There is a $5 participation fee. The Easter Egg Festival has become a staple of the Southern Maryland community every spring and features egg hunts for all ages, photos with the Easter Bunny, amusement rides, live entertainment, free arts and crafts, egg decorating contest, face painting, and goods and services for sale by local area vendors. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Recreation & Parks main office, open Monday Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Net proceeds from the Easter Egg Festival along with the Scott Verbic Memorial Golf Tournament are used to fund the Recreation & Parks Scholarship Program which provides qualified individual applicants the op portunity to participate in an activity at a 50 percent prorated amount of the registration fee. For more information please visit www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/easter or call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800. Leprechaun Lillys Childrens Consignment Sale St. Marys County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 25,000 gently used childrens and maternity items will be available. Many items remaining after the sale are donated to local charities. Any local organization interested in receiving items from future sales can contact McConville at Mitzi@LeprechaunLillys.com.
Tuesday, April 8
Homeschool Art: Georgia on My Mind Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ages 7-12 Member Cost: $10; $5 sibling Nonmember Cost: $14; $5 sibling Materials Fee: all materials included Instructor: Joanne Paskoff Join us in the artLAB as we use recycled materials to explore various artists, cultures, styles, periods, and techniques! Homeschool workshops are lightly led and include supplemental take-home information to help continue study on each topic. Recommended ages for this are 7-12, but projects can be as simple or advanced as student wishes. Parents are asked to stay on site, and even in the classroom for students younger than age 7. This week, we will study Georgia Okeefe and make our own larger-thanlife floral sculptures. Advance registration required. Please, no walk-ins. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org. Public Workshop on Cancer and Chronic Illness Care The Medically Oriented Gym, 23123 Camden Way, California 10 a.m. Join us for a free workshop on Cancer and Chronic Illness Care with Gail Wathen, Yoga Cancer Therapist, at The Medically Oriented Gym at 10 a.m. A repeat workshop will be offered at 7 p.m. on April 8 as well. Call 301-8665444 for information and reservation confirmation.
Friday, April 11
An Evening with Sarah Vowell St. Marys College of Maryland, Michael P. OBrien Athletics and Recreation Center, 18952 E. Fisher Rd., St. Marys City 7:30 p.m. Author, humorist, and Daily Show correspondent Sarah Vowell will deliver this years Twain Lecture on American Humor and Culture at St. Marys College of Maryland. The lecture, entitled An Evening with Sarah Vowell, will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be followed by a book signing. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Ben Click at baclick@smcm.edu or 240-895-4253. Fire Department Fish Fry Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, 22733 Lawrence Avenue, Leonardtown 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Auxiliary of the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring a Fish Fry at the Leonardtown Fire House.Adults will cost $12, Children 3 to 10 years $5 and children under 3 are free. Menu will include fish, parsley potatoes, green beans, coleslaw,applesauce, cornbread, brownie and drinks. Carry-outs will be available. Leprechaun Lillys Childrens Consignment Sale St. Marys County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 13
All Kinds of Recovery Sunday Circle Beacon of Hope, 21800 N. Shangri La Drive, Millison Plaza, Lexington Park 3 to 4 p.m. All Kinds of Recovery (AKoR) Sunday Circle is a peer group discussion focused on a rotating wellness topic. Group is free and open to any adult practicing any form of recovery related to any form of addiction, mental health challenges or traumatic experiences. Meetings are free and open to the public. Call 301-997-1300 x 804 or e-mail beacon@waldensierra.org for more information. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, 23469 Rescue Lane, Hollywood 7:30 to 11 a.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring an AllYou-Can Eat Breakfast. The menu will be: sausage gravy and biscuits, sausage links, bacon, scrambled eggs, fried potatoes, pancakes, escalloped apples, chipped beef, assorted juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The cost will be: adults $10; children ages 5-12 years $5 and children under age 5 are free. Carry Outs available. For more information, call 301-904-3098 or 301-373-3131.
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2012 IBMA Emerging Artist of The Year Closes Bluegrass Series for The Season
The Sons of the American Legion and Jay Armsworthy prepare for the final American Legion Bluegrass concert of the winter season with Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers. The show takes place on Sunday April 13 at the American Legion Post 238 in Hughesville, MD with Charlie Thompson & Bottom County Bluegrass opening the show. From the Ohio valley, comes the return of the 2012 IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers. They play only the solid old-school bluegrass picking and harmony singing. Joe and the Radio Ramblers continue the tradition by keeping the time-honored traditional bluegrass sounds front and center. They have an energetic mix of quality Bluegrass and gospel music with a professional presentation, inventive instrumental work, vocal arrangements and a good variety of tasteful, down-home humor. Joe Mullins has enjoyed a very active career in bluegrass music for over 25 years. His recording career includes four albums on Rebel Records with his father, the highly esteemed Paul Moon Mullins and former band, the Traditional Grass. Since the turn of the century, Joe has worked on a couple of award-winning projects including the popular IBMA award winning outfit, Longview and in the process, has been honored for his banjo playing. The professionalism and success of Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers heavily played recordings have kept them in demand with a national Audience. They have been seen by thousands of fans across the country at many national events. They have won the IBMAs Emerging Artist of the Year award in 2012 and have been featured performers of the Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman in Nashville, TN in both 2011 & 2012. Joe Mullins has earned 5 IBMA Awards and 3 SPBGMA awards over the past two decades. Opening the show at 2 p.m. will be Charlie Thompson & Bottom County Bluegrass. Southern Maryland favorites from Hollywood, Md. They always put on a great traditional Bluegrass show and as always, Troy Jones will be doing the sound. The show will be held at the American Legion Post 238 in Hughesville, Maryland on the corner of RT 381 & RT 231 and will begin at 2 p.m. with the doors opening at Noon. Tickets for the show are $15 per person. A fried Chicken dinner will be available for sale before the show. For more information, tickets, and directions, go to www.americanlegionbluegrass.com or call 301-7373004. All paid tickets will be held at the door for pick up on the day of the show. Also non-perishable food donations will be accepted for the Helping Hands Food Bank in Southern Maryland.
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Thursday, April 3, 2014
Thursday, April 3
California) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7 to 9:30 p.m.
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Dave Norris DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 6 to 10 p.m. Charlie Thompson Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Tuesday, April 8
Fair Warning DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 to 9 p.m. Open Mic Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Friday, April 4
Dave Norris DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 6 to 10 p.m. Big Money Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Hydra FX Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m. Justin and Rusty Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Taboo Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9
March of Dimes Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 10
Piranhas Acoustic Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m. Damion Wolfe Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, April 5
Fair Warning DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 6 to 10 p.m. Peter James Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Hyrda Fx Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Friday, April 11
Dont Call Me Shirley Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Snake Bite Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m. Bar Dogs Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) 8 p.m. Tonights Alibi ABC Lounge (22741 Three Notch Road, California) 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Sunday, April 6
John Shaw Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) 11 a.m.
Saturday, April 12
Tonights Alibi The Lounge at Bollywood (22576 Mac Arthur Boulevard, California) 9 p.m.
Monday, April 7
Team Trivia DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road,
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This has seemed to be the week or two for resuming connections. Do you ever go through long periods where you cant seem to pick up the phone to check on relatives and friends. Maybe its just me because Ive never been a phone person. I dont know why not, because once I call and we start talking and catching up, I am so happy. Facebook, of course, is wonderful for making connections. Just a week ago, a young woman who posted a photo of herself with a sign that described how her Mother left her at a Burger King as a baby, led to finding her Mother and the beginnings of a relationship. A few days ago, I decided to go on a paperwork purge in the office, and came across a note from my 5th grade teacher, Mary Margaret McGrail that she wrote me in 1992 over 20 years after I was in her class. There was a phone number in the note but I was hesitant to call since it had been 22 years since receiving the note. For a time in the late 80s and early 90s we kept in contact. I had first called her in the fall of 1988 to tell her how much she meant to me as a teacher in elementary school. 4th & 5th grade held some traumatic times for me, and Miss McGrail was this sweet-natured, calming presence in my life. The 1992 note said how much my call meant to her the night before the fall term was to start. She had been thinking of quitting teaching, and my call helped her stay on for a few more years. So with note in hand Monday morning I decided to try the number, and was delighted when Miss McGrail answered and we chatted for close to an hour about anything and everything. She sounded the same to me as she did in 1971. I am so glad I called. A little over a week ago, I was doing my middle of the night insomniac facebook browsing and I came across one of those Memories of pages. Take your pick of places, events, schools, etc. I really enjoy the memory pages, and regularly follow memories of Clinton, of Capital Centre, The old Stardust, Prince Georges County among others. The new memory of page I came across this time was Ranch Club Memories. Well, along with our property from the early 50s in Golden Beach, the lot across from Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, and the lot between us and Joes El Rancho, my parents bought a lot in the Chesapeake Ranch Club in the early 70s. The continuing thread with all these lots is that nothing was ever built on any of them. But we did enjoy the privileges of having access to beaches at two of the lots. I was very excited to find the Ranch Club site with pictures of everything from when it was built, all the old buildings, and especially the Clubhouse where my mother played bingo, and we saw bands, and ate wonderful dinners. The other building I loved was the Bronco Club which was more of a teen club: all the fun dances I went to there. But as I scrolled further and further down through the photos I found a photo of the Prince Georges County band called The Wonders. Wow! My Mother used to work with the lead singer, Sarah Bennett at Berwyn Heights MVA. We used to follow them wherever they went. I even stayed at Saras house a few times to spend the night with her kids. It was so nice to find Sarahs daughter Cathy on the site, and re-connect. Now we have plans to meet since she just lives in Calvert County. I told her I might have a few pictures from those days. Turns out I have an entire photo album from then. I hesitated making contact with Cathy too but now I am looking forward to re-connecting and sharing new memories.
To each new days adventure, Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann
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With the countys rst LEED-certied building already on site, and a proposed state-of-the-art design that recycles water, our project wont take away from the Chesapeakes wonder.
Dominions Cove Point project will have a very positive impact on the local economy. Thousands of construction jobs, 75 high-paying permanent positions and tens of millions in annual county revenue will add to whats already been a four-decade commitment to Calvert County and protecting the Chesapeake Bay. With the nations commitment to natural gas exports, its nice to know that the people who live and work here will enjoy its economic benets. Cove Pointanother great solution for Southern Maryland.
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