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MSP: Gun
Allegations Against
Trooper Unfounded
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Investigators with the Maryland State
Police have said the allegations made
against a trooper stationed in St. Marys
County, that he drew his handgun improperly on a woman he pulled over for
speeding, were unfounded.
The complaint was made earlier this
summer when Lisa Willenborg alleged
that Trooper Matthew Pitcher followed
her as she pulled into her driveway at the
intersection of Beck Road and Mervell
Dean Road.
She and her husband, Dave Willenborg, who claimed to have witnessed the
incident that night from their front porch,
were notified of the investigations findings in a three-paragraph letter from the
Maryland State Police.
The investigator was a trooper from the
Prince Frederick barrack and not from
the agencys internal affairs division.
Though they said they had fully intended
to move forward with their complaint,
both the Willenborgs said they were not
surprised at the investigations outcome.
Our expectations were met, Dave
Willenborg said.
Lisa Willenborg, who lives on Mervell
Dean Road in Hollywood, said that as
she was travelling home from her dance
class the night of July 8, she saw a state
trooper pull in behind her as she turned
onto Beck Road off of Route 235.
When the officer, later identifed as
Pitcher, activated his lights, Willenborg
said in her complaint that she pulled into
her driveway because of concerns over
police impersonators and the fact that
Beck Road has no shoulders.
Pitcher was driving a black Chevy
Tahoe and not a standard police cruiser.
When she pulled into her circular
driveway, Pitchers lights and sirens
were still activated, according to her
complaint.
I turned off the ignition of my car and
looked out the drivers side window to see
[Trooper] Pitcher approximately five feet
away from me, right by the front steps of
my house, shouting at me with his weap-
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Hewitt: County
Seeking Permit
Variance for
St. Clements Shores
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Nearly 30 property and businesses owners
who use electronic signage to advertise their
operations were recently told by the countys
Department of Land Use and Growth Management (LUGM) to come into compliance with
the countys sign ordinance or face fines of
$200 a day.
But the Commissioners of St. Marys County said Tuesday they would not be seeking to
impose those fines, since a recent Supreme
Court ruling has put the countys ordinance
into question.
County Attorney George Sparling said it
was a question of content neutrality, that the
government cannot interfere with the kind of
sign or what it says.
The owners of the signs in question ran afoul
of the countys ordinance because of the rapid
pacing of electronic messages or because of
blinking text or images that the rule forbids.
Commissioner Mike Hewitt, a business
owner who uses such signage asked during
Tuesdays commissioner meeting to make sure
than he would not face the fines, as well.
Sparling said that attorneys from the International Municipal Lawyers Association were
working on a draft ordinance for counties that
would conform to the latest High Court ruling.
Its a difficult task, Sparling said.
Electronic signs were brought up again as
an issue at a recent public forum hosted by the
commissioners when a citizen said that rapidly blinking messages were a distraction and
therefore a traffic hazard.
William Hunt, deputy director of land use
and planning, said their office was given direction by County Administrator Rebecca Bridget
to look into complaints.
It wasnt something took on our own, Hunt
told The County Times.
LUGM Director Phil Shire said that the
countys ordinance, while restrictive, had not
been heavily enforced in part because of the
backlash it would cause.
But some of these signs are very distracting, Shire said. Theyre competing for drivers attention and they should be watching the
road.
Shire said that the debate could soon lead
to modification of the restrictions or a text
amendment to the countys sign ordinance.
It could lead to an acceptable compromise,
Shire said.
Hewitt said he would have to recuse himself
from deliberations on the sign issue because he
was an alleged violator.
But $200 a day is enough to bring anyone
into compliance, Hewitt said of the hefty fine.
Still, he said, with the Supreme Court ruling
and the debate resurfacing their was a change
to find an acceptable middle ground.
Its good that something like this happened
so we can get some clarity, Hewitt said.
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Local Student
Blessed by the Pope
Local News
By Crista Dockray
Staff Writer
Clare Greenwell, 11, had her
rosary blessed by Pope Francis
in Washington, D.C. as he exited
the Vatican Embassy, also known
as the Apostolic Nunciature.
Greenwell took the trip to
Washington, D.C. on Thursday,
Sept. 24 with 17 of her schoolmates from St. Michaels School
in Ridge. She was one of the lucky
three chosen to go from her sixth
grade class.
Greenwell and her classmates
took a bus up to the city and when
they arrived in the District they were ushered into an area full of children from other
schools. Her school had a good spot just outside of the door and they waited about a half
an hour until they saw the Pope. She said
when he came out all of the children started
singing, led by Greenwell herself. They
sang a modified version of Walking on
Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves with
the lyrics, Were walking with Francis.
Greenwell said when she first saw him
she got chills. At first I thought I knew him
because you see him all the time, but then
I was like wait I just saw the Pope, thats
crazy, she said.
Father Peter Giovanoni, a priest from
St. Michaels, pulled her to the front of the
crowd. At this time, Greenwell was holding
her rosary she decided to bring with her.
Her rosary was given to her by a man
selling them outside of her church, St. Michaels. He gave it to her as a gift for her
alter serving. The rosary is her birthstone
for February, an amethyst, and she says it is
very special to her.
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to wear a red ribbon to show their support
for a drug-free environment
There is hope in winning the war on
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This, coupled with the hard work and determination of organizations such as the
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Police say they are on the hunt for a
single suspect who used a handgun to rob
the Sign of the Whale liquor store Tuesday
night.
The robbery occurred at about 11:18
p.m. when the suspect entered the store,
brandished a handgun and demanded
money from the clerk, police said.
The suspect fled on the foot; police did
not release any description of the suspect.
Detectives with the St. Marys County Sheriffs Office have assumed the
investigation.
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
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Obituaries
Callaway
Foodlion
A & W Mobil
The Corner
Charlotte Hall
SMC Welcome Center
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
Easy Wash
Pizza Hotline
Charlotte Hall Post Office
Charlotte Hall Bus Stop
Freds Liquors
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Ledos
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Clements
Clements Post Office
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Chaptico
Chaptico Post Office
Village Liquors
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Coltons Point
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Berry. He leaves to cherish in memory his loving wife of 63 years, Genevieve Berry; his children, Mary Lou
Cutchember (Melvin) of Valley Lee,
Md., Jacqueline Berry (John) of Hollywood, Md., Yvonne Thompson of
Baltimore, Md., Wallace Berry (Paulette) of Temple Hills, Md., Charles
Berry of Lexington Park, Md., Ronald
Berry Sr. (Ester) of Valley Lee, Md.,
Michael Berry (Debra) of Lexington
Park, MD and Martin Young of Baltimore, MD; 14 grandchildren, 16 great
grandchildren and three great-great
grandchildren; one godchild, Keisha
Berry of Washington, D.C. and two
special sons-in-law, Tyvie Herbert, Sr.
and Melvin Cutchember; one special
daughter-in-law, Debra Berry; five
sisters-in law, Annie Mae Berry of
Compton, Md., Julia Berry of Lexington Park, Md., Marion Perry of
Baltimore, Md., Catherine Dunn of
Hyattsville, Md. and Patricia McFadden of Baltimore, Md.; two brothersin-law, Charles Cutchember of Baltimore, Md. and Jeremiah Cutchember
of Drayden, Md. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and
friends. Family and friends united on
Friday, Oct. 16 for visitation at 9:30
a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.
at First Missionary Baptist Church,
46370 Pegg Ln, Lexington Park, MD
20653. Interment followed at Charles
Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown,
MD 20650. Arrangements by BriscoeTonic Funeral Home.
her pastime was playing bingo in support of the Hollywood Fire and Rescue Squad and Father Andrew White
Catholic Church School in Leonardtown, Md. Her biggest enjoyment,
however, was spending quality time
relaxing over fun card games with
her siblings and playing with the little
ones. That is, when she wasnt enjoying life with Chester and their numerous pets, along with her best buds
Veronica Wyatt and Anita Maggio.
Janice attended church services at first
Baptist Church of Prince Frederick
where she made a number of friends
and grew in her Christian faith under
Pastor Ralph Nevin. She loved Southern Gospel music along with all the old
time hymns, her favorite of which was
In the Garden. She came to know the
Lord Jesus Christ as her own personal
Savior in the early 1980s under the
preaching of the late Pastor William
Carnes of Landmark Baptist Temple
and was subsequently baptized. Two
other soul saving, life transforming
ministries Janice held dear are Rev.
Franklin Grahams Samaritans Purse,
and Evangelist Jimmy Swaggarts
Sonlife Broadcasting. Janice will be
terribly missed and endlessly grieved
by her husband and best friend, Chester. That is, till they reunite one day in
the presence of the Lord on Heavens
golden shore. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations should be directed
to the missions work of first Baptist
Church of Prince Frederick, Md. or
the Gideons. As an alternative gifts
can be directed to Samaritans Purse
or Sonlife Broadcasting. Family re-
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Senior Center
St Marys Hospital
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Exxon
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Bernies Salon
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Ye Olde Towne Caf
PNC Bank
Printing Press
Courthouse
Town Cleaners
Newtown Village Community
Cedar Lane Apartments
Leonardtown Library
Dees
Drayden
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Great Mills
CVS
County Liquors
Foodlion
Chesapeake Shores Nursing Home
Quik Shop
Sheetz
Great Mills Post Office
Brass Rail
Hollywood
Gattons
Mckays
St. Johns Pharmacy
Dean Lumber
Toots Bar
Early Bird
Higher Education Center
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Hollywood Yoga and Fitness
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loving family.
Born in Lakewood, Ohio, he is the
son of the late Joseph Louis and Elizabeth McSweeney Modic.
Tim received his Bachelor of Science from Xavier University, following it with a degree in dental surgery
from Case Western University School
of Dentistry. He completed his dental
residency with the U. S. Army in Fort
Jackson, S.C. He proudly served in
the U.S. Army as a dental officer in
Korea and Colorado until his Honorable Discharge in 1977. He opened
his private practice, the Academy
Dental Care in Mechanicsville, Md.,
in 1978 where he worked in general
and cosmetic dentistry.
On Jan. 31, 1976, he married his
beloved wife, Faith Modic. Together
they enjoyed over 39 wonderful years
of marriage. His hobbies included
reading, riding his Harley, and golfing. However, his greatest love was
spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He was an active member of many
organizations including, the Academy of General Dentistry; Maryland
State Dental Association; Patuxent
Dental Society; American Dental Association; Dental Organization for
Conscious Sedation; Case Western
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In Our Community
Are you looking for a scary good time? Check out some
of the Halloween events and haunted houses near you!
Haunted Houses
Twisted Fields of Terror
Spider Hall Farm, 3915 Hallowing Point Rd., Prince
Frederick
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Zombie paintball ride:
Take a ride through zombie infested fields on our
large 16 passenger paintball trailers and prepare to
defend yourself against hoards of infected zombies
trying to over take your world. The only thing protecting you from certain infection is your own paintball gun and as many paintballs as you can shoot!
Backwoods Haunted Corn Maze:
As you begin your walk down the path of others
misfortune, you begin to wonder if you should continue or turn around. Witness the macabre life style
of the local Griner Brothers family. Pray that you can
make it through with out becoming their next meal,
as you come to realize that the Griner family are
cannibals.
$15 per attraction
$25 combo pack
Nightmare ScreamPlex
18031 Central Park Cir., Boyds, Md. 7 p.m.
www.nightmare-manor.com
Nightmare Screamplex is a full entertainment
haunted attraction. Besides the 3 attractions you can
enjoy the paintball shooting range, tarot card reading, live magic, the bonfire, a moon bounce, and an
outdoor theater. They are open Friday and Saturday
nights until 11 p.m., 10 p.m. other nights. Tickets are
$25 per person. Check their website for discounts.
Family nights are Oct. 5 and Nov. 1.
Bennetts Curse
8024 Max Blobs Park Rd., Jessup, Md.
www.bennettscurse.com
Bennetts Curse is known as the House of the
Vampire. This might be the haunted house attraction to see in Maryland. There are three attractions named Inferno 3D, Sanction of Insanity, and
Midieval Underworld. Two of these are brand new
and must see attractions. Doors open at 7 pm. The
theme is about what lies beneath in the underworld
or hell. Lots of torture, dungeon cells, and diabolical
instruments in rooms with incredible monsters. The
attraction play well with this theme. Tickets are $30.
Doors close at 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday or 10
p.m. on other nights.
Saturday, Oct. 24
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Ghosts of Sotterley!
Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood) Oct. 24, 29, 30, and 31 7 p.m.
The ghosts are back and spookier than ever! www.
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Friday, Oct. 23
Kims Krypt
431 Eastern Blvd., Essex, Md.
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Kims has been operating for over 20 years. Yes
there really is a Kim. Tickets are $20. Opening night
party is Sept. 26th. Attraction is open from 7 until
10:30 p.m. Lots of history, great scares, guest celebrities and also hearse rides are available.
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In Our Community
By Donesha Chew
Contributing Writer
LIBRARY ITEMS
Friends of the Library Fall Book
Sale!
The Friends of the St. Marys
County Library will hold a book
sale on Sunday, November 1 from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Leonardtown Library. Come and discover
great books for sale! Rain date is
Sunday, November 8.
Paying for College
Leonardtown branch will hold a
special program, Paying for College, on Saturday, October 24 at 10
a.m. FAFSA? MDCAPS? Loans,
grants, scholarships, and expected family contributions? Paying
for college can be complicated,
but the Maryland Higher Education commission can help. Learn
about sources of financial aid, how
to find them, and how and when to
apply.
Microsoft Office: Introduction
to PowerPoint 2013
Charlotte Hall branch will hold
a Microsoft Office: Introduction to
PowerPoint 2013 class on Wednesday, November 4 from 2 p.m. to
4 p.m. Participants will learn the
basics of creating multimedia presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. Explore how to animate presentations using various
effects. Prerequisites: Computer
Basics 1 and 2, or basic skills in
using the mouse and keyboard.
Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration
required.
Computer Basics 1 & 2: Introduction to Computers and Windows 7
Lexington Park branch will
hold a combined Computer Basics
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p.m. Participants will learn the
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Equipment Grant
Awarded to Leonardtown
Vol. Fire Department
By Crista Dockray
Staff Writer
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
awarded an equipment grant worth $18,106
to the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department. On Thursday, Oct. 15 local firefighters,
Co.1, Engine 11, Firehouse Subs Franchisees
Darrin and Dennis Atlas, Area Representative Dan Lowe, and Firehouse Subs Public
Safety Foundation Executive Director Robin
Peters, were all in attendance at the presentation located at the Lexington Park Firehouse
Subs location.
The Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a digital fire extinguisher
training system. This allows a more effective and safe, hands-on way of training the
local community on proper use of fire extinguishers. The digital fire extinguisher,
which models what would be found in a real
life situation, allows training in A, B, and C
class fires.
Various members of the group gave
thanks and explained the good deeds of Firehouse Subs across the U.S and Puerto Rico.
According to a press release, through
the non-profit 501(c)(3), Firehouse subs has
given more than $146,000 in Maryland and
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By Ellen Lewis
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This weekend is Trick or Treat on
the Square - throngs of costumed
children race from business to business collecting candy and sharing
smiles. This is a safe and fun event
families look forward to every year.
At our last Leonardtown Business
Association (LBA) meeting, Maria,
the town events coordinator, proudly
announced that there was 100 percent
participation in this event by the businesses on and around Leonardtown
Square. Im not surprised because
small local business owners are extremely civic minded and involved in
our community.
Stop and think about this: Where
do you go for donations to your basket bingo, silent auction, and scholarship fund? Who do you approach for
ads in your organizations program
and your golf tournament? You go to
the small businesses in town where
you know the owner cares about the
community. Do national chain businesses do good works? Sure, but they
have their own national charities that
have very little local
benefit. Its your small
business
community
that gives to the causes
with direct impact in
your community. Last
year, the LBAs Grateful Harvest effort donated more than a ton
of non-perishable food
to the First Saints
soup kitchen in Leonardtown. Our annual
Pink Friday events net
over a thousand dollars
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screenings directly serve uninsured
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Not only do charitable contributions of small local businesses more
directly benefit our community, they
are more generous. In a study by the
Small Business Administration, researchers found that small businesses
gave more than twice as much per
employee as big box and chain stores.
As you enjoy Trick or Treat on the
Square this year, please remember
that this event is made possible by the
business owners who
have chosen to invest
in Leonardtown. They
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Friday, Oct. 23
Lost in the Woods: Tales of the
Past
Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood)- 7 p.m. Runs every 10 minutes.
Take a journey with us through some
of the darkest moments of Sotterley
folklore! Youll need your wits to get
through this entertaining walking tour
through Sotterleys forest. Prepare to
encounter both earthly inhabitants and
those not of this earth on this spooky
outdoor walking tour production! Be
aware! Travelers will have to navigate
rough terrain! May not be suitable for
young children. Dress appropriately for
this spooky outdoor walking tour production. No refunds - held rain or shine.
Advanced reservations are required.
Tickets are $15 per person and may be
purchased online at www.sotterley.org.
HomeSpun CoffeeHouse Concert
Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach
Fowler Rd., Chaptico)- 7:30 p.m. Doors
open at 7 p.m.
Southern Maryland Traditional Music
and Dance will sponsor a concert featuring Gary Rue and the Smoke Creek
Rounders. The Smoke Creek Rounders
consists of Gary Rue on vocals, guitar,
steel and dobro; Bryan Deere on vocals and rhythm guitar; Jeff Farris on
bass; and Billy Thompson on mandolin.
Saturday, Oct. 24
Pitbull Awareness Day
Perfect Pet Resort (840 West Bay Front
Rd., Lothian)- 11 a.m.
National Pit Bull Awareness Day is
a day of appreciation and educated
designed to change perceptions and
sterotypes about pit bulls and their responsible owners. Join the shelter as
we celebrate with food, fun, entertainment, a raffle, Halloween picture, demonstrations, and adoptable pit bulls
along with all our fur babies. This event
is hosted by the Humane Society fo Calvert County. Everyone and every puppy
is welcome. For more information, call
301-932-1713 or 800-903-1992.
Ca$h Bash Vegas Night
Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd.)-11 a.m.
Hosted by the St. Michaels School.
Grand prize is $100,000. For more information or tickets, call 301-872-5454.
Spaghetti Dinner
Valley Lee VFD & RS Auxiliary (45245
Drayden Rd., Valley Lee)- 5 to 7 p.m.
Cost for Adults is $10, children from
age 6 to 12 is $5 and children 5 and
under are free. Menu consists of spaghetti with sauce, green beans with
bacon, garden salad, bread and butter.
Halloween theme Wear A Costume &
Get A Treat Bag. For more information,
call 301-994-9999.
Annual Fall Dinner
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge (7636
Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville)noon to 5 p.m.
All Faith Episcopal Church of Charlotte Hall will be hosting its annual fall
dinner. he meal features fried oysters,
Southern Maryland stuffed ham, fried
chicken, side dishes, and drinks. The
dinner is $24 for adults and $12 for children 8 years old and younger. Carryout dinners are also available for $24
each. A silent auction is also featured.
Proceeds are dedicated to the maintenance of the church, which is 248 years
old. For more information about the fall
dinner, call All Faith Episcopal Church
at 301-884-3773, or visit the website at
www.allfaithchurch.com.
Blue Grass for Hospice
Flat Iron Farm (45840 Highway to Heaven Lane, Flat Iron Road, Great Mills)noon. Doors open at 11 a.m.
Rebel Recording Artists: Junior Sisk
and Ramblers Choice, Joe Mullins and
the Radio Ramblers along with a special tribute to the legends of Bluegrass
music by Junior Sisk and Joe Mullins
will be performing. Therell be many
door prizes, 50/50 raffles, silent auctions, and craft vendors set up inside.
There will be a food drive for the Helping Hands Food Pantry of Southern
Maryland. Everyone is encouraged,
but not required, to bring a non-perishable food item. Tickets for Blue-
Sunday, Oct. 25
Annual Fall Dinner
Sacred Heart Church (23080 Maddox
Rd., Bushwood)- noon
Sacred Heart Church will be having
their Annual Fall Dinner. Menu includes
fried oysters, sweet potatoes, green
beans, cole slaw, rolls, and drink. Cost
is $25 for adults, $6 for children 12 and
under, and $25 for drive through carry
outs. We will have a bake table, country store, and raffle. Please join us! For
more information, call 301-769-3100.
Monday, Oct. 26
Costume Party
La Plata Library (2 Garrett Ave., La Plata)- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Must register in advance, for ages:
6 to 9. Come have some seasonal fun
with friends! Listen to some scary stories (and some not-so-scary stories!)
play some bone-chilling games, and
make a spooky craft! For more information, call 301-934-9001.
Tuesday, Oct. 27
Zumba Gold-Toning
Sunderland Elementary School (150 C
Jones Rd., Sunderland)- 7 p.m.
This class is Zumba Gold Toning
class - a dance/fitness program specifically designed for the beginner that
allows you to move at your own pace
while working with light weights. No experience is necessary. Come see what
its all about. We have a great group of
ladies who have a blast while growing
stronger with every class.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Walking Exercise Program
Middleham and St. Peters Parish
(10210 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 6 to
8 p.m.
Here is another walking exercise
program presented by your Health
Ministry Team in conjunction with Calvert Memorial Hospital. We completed
this successfully in 2007 so its time to
try it again. This is an eight week walking program to promote being healthy
and fit by walking.
Each participant will receive a booklet outlining the program and what
walking routes are available in the
county. Come join us - this is an easy
way to exercise and the results are always good.
Thursday, Oct. 29
The Haunting of St. Marys County
Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd.)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Experience caution if you suffer from
a heart condition, are prone to seizures,
or any other severe medical problems.
Not for the faint of heart. Be ready to
scream. No one under 14 admitted
without an adult. Only $10 per person.
Sponsored by the Hollywood Volunteer
Rescue Squad. For more information.
visit our web site at www.hvrs.org.
Lost in the Woods: Tales of the Past
Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood)- 7 p.m. Runs every 10 minutes.
Take a journey with us through some
of the darkest moments of Sotterley
folklore! Youll need your wits to get
through this entertaining walking tour
through Sotterleys forest. Prepare to
encounter both earthly inhabitants and
those not of this earth on this spooky
outdoor walking tour production! Be
aware! Travelers will have to navigate
rough terrain! May not be suitable for
young children. Dress appropriately for
this spooky outdoor walking tour production. No refunds - held rain or shine.
Advanced reservations are required.
Tickets are $15 per person and may be
purchased online at www.sotterley.org.
National Cat Day
Tri-County Animal Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Rd., Hughesville)- adoption
hours.
Looking to adoption a kitty? To celebrate National Cat Day, all adoption
fees are waived on this day for felines. If
you cannot adopt, consider volunteering at the shelter. Donations of cat food,
toys, or a special treat are always welcome. For more information, call 301932-1713 or 800-903-1992.
Friday, Oct. 30
The Haunting of St. Marys County
Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd.)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Experience caution if you suffer from
a heart condition, are prone to seizures,
or any other severe medical problems.
Not for the faint of heart. Be ready to
scream. No one under 14 admitted
without an adult. Only $10 per person.
Sponsored by the Hollywood Volunteer
Rescue Squad. For more information.
visit our web site at www.hvrs.org.
Lost in the Woods: Tales of the Past
Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood)- 7 p.m. Runs every 10 minutes.
Take a journey with us through some
of the darkest moments of Sotterley
folklore! Youll need your wits to get
through this entertaining walking tour
through Sotterleys forest. Prepare to
encounter both earthly inhabitants and
those not of this earth on this spooky
outdoor walking tour production! Be
aware! Travelers will have to navigate
rough terrain! May not be suitable for
young children. Dress appropriately for
this spooky outdoor walking tour production. No refunds - held rain or shine.
Advanced reservations are required.
Tickets are $15 per person and may be
purchased online at www.sotterley.org.
Fall Bazaar
MedStar St. Marys Hospital (25500 Pt.
Lookout Rd., Leonardtown)- 9 a.m. to 5
p.m.
There will be handmade crafts, baked
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Saturday, Oct. 31
The Haunting of St. Marys County
Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd.)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Experience caution if you suffer from
a heart condition, are prone to seizures,
or any other severe medical problems.
Not for the faint of heart. Be ready to
scream. No one under 14 admitted
without an adult. Only $10 per person.
Sponsored by the Hollywood Volunteer
Rescue Squad. For more information.
visit our web site at www.hvrs.org.
Lost in the Woods: Tales of the Past
Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln., Hollywood)- 7 p.m. Runs every 10 minutes.
Take a journey with us through some
of the darkest moments of Sotterley
folklore! Youll need your wits to get
through this entertaining walking tour
through Sotterleys forest. Prepare to
encounter both earthly inhabitants and
those not of this earth on this spooky
outdoor walking tour production! Be
aware! Travelers will have to navigate
rough terrain! May not be suitable for
young children. Dress appropriately for
this spooky outdoor walking tour production. No refunds - held rain or shine.
Advanced reservations are required.
Tickets are $15 per person and may be
purchased online at www.sotterley.org.
Happy Howl-o-ween and Happy Meow-o-ween Party
Tri-County Animal Shelter (6707 Animal
Sunday, Nov. 1
Benefit Dance for Carroll Benjamin
Farrell
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge (27636
Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville)noon to 6 p.m.
Come to a benefit dance in which all
proceeds will go to help Carroll Benjamin Farrell with incurring medical
expenses. There will be two DJs and
live music performed by R&R Train and
Lounge Hounds, a bake sale, and other
food available. Raffle drawings will be
ongoing throughout the day. Grand
prizes include a wagon of cheer, generator, and color TV. $25 per person,
free admission for those 16 and under. For more information, raffle tickets, or donations, please call Nace at
301-769-3505.
301-373-2500
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Monday, Oct. 19
Team Trivia
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Open Mic Night
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell) 6 p.m.
Karaoke
All American Steakhouse and
Theater (35 St. Patricks Dr.,
Waldorf) 8 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 22
Sam Grow
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell) 8 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 23
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Kyle Lear Closes Potomac Season With Southern Maryland Nationals Victory
Gardner Sr. Hobby Stock event as apparent winner Jerry Deason denied a post
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Savannah Windsor 8. Stephen Suite 9.
Danielle Allford 10. David Rhodes
(Feature 2) 1. Jason Wilkins 2. David
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(Feature 1) 1. Ray Bucci 2. John Hardesty 3.Paul Jones 4. JJ Silvious 5.Wesley Givens 6.Johnny Hardesty 7.Nabil
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Ray Bucci 8. Paul Jones 9. JJ Silvious 10.
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July the 10th, 1865, To His Excellency, A. W. Breadford (sic), Governor of
Maryland. Dear Sir: William Graves is
dead, he was buried on Saturday last. As
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letters scarcely ever get through. I recommended him in the place of George
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but supposing that you never received
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