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Education 12
Feature 14
Obituaries 18
Letters 19
In Our Community 20 On The Cover
Community Calendar 22
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Entertainment Calendar 24
Library Calendar 24
Senior Calendar 25
Games 26
Contributing Writers 27 In Local
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County Budget Headed
To Public Hearing
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
The Commissioners of St. Marys Coun-
ty voted unanimously Tuesday to send a
$220.9 million operating budget to scrutiny
by residents during a public hearing next
month that is complete with a tax relief pro-
posal through a credit for seniors as well as
veterans and a reduction in the property tax
rate to a constant yield level.
Im glad we were able to give some tax
relief, said Commissioner Mike Hewitt.
The constant yield is a step in the
right direction.
Hewitt said he believed that the county
government could do more to reduce tax
burdens in the future and would continue
to work to that end.
The proposed property tax rate would be
reduced to .8478 for every $100 of assessed
value, which county nance ofcials said
translated to about a $12 savings on average
for property owners.
Big deal, commented Commissioner
Todd Morgan, who has been cautious about
lowering the property tax rate to ensure the
county has enough revenue.
Hollywood Commercial Lawsuit
Set For Friday Hearing
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
An administrative appeal regarding the
approval of a controversial commercial
development at the intersection of Three
Notch Road and Sotterley Road in Holly-
wood is set for its rst day in county Circuit
Court tomorrow.
Nearby residents led the suit against
the Hollywood Partners Three Notch LLC
project, known as the Hollywood Com-
mercial Center, on the grounds that the
Board of Appeals decision of last summer
was improper.
The appeals board decision overturned
the prior ruling of the countys Planning
Commission, which denied the applicants
conceptual sight plan over concerns of traf-
c safety.
That denial occurred after months of
deliberation by the planning commission
and hearing testimony from both the ap-
plicant and citizens about the projects
local impact.
The [Board of Appeals] decision to
approve the concept site plan was in error
because the board made no meaningful
ndings of fact or conclusions of law, and
therefore its decision is arbitrary as a mat-
ter of law. the petition for administrative
review reads.
The petitioners want the courts to reverse
the appeals board decision and remand it
back to them for more deliberation.
The boards decision last year cited the
fact that the concept site plan met the con-
ditions of parts of the zoning ordinance and
therefore could be approved.
The plan to build at the unused farm site
of about 14 acres included a pharmacy, re-
The County Times Local News 3
Every little bit helps, said Chief Finan-
cial Ofce Jeanett Cudmore.
Celebrating
Yes it does, responded Hewitt.
County budget gures project that the re-
duction in property tax rates means about a
$500,000 loss to county revenues.
National
Overall the countys revenue stream de-
creased by about one percent or about $2.1
million, Cudmore said, which included re-
moving non-recurring grant funding.
The countys capital construction im-
provement plant (CIP) is funded at $54.5
million, and it is anticipated that the county
Doctors Day
will have full authority to borrow up to
$26.3 million after a bonding bill passes
through the legislature in Annapolis.
The Board of Education received a boost
in funding over last year up to $108 million,
about $3 million over last years budget al-
lotment from the county.
The public hearing has been set for
April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Leonardtown
High School.
March 30, 2017
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Each year, we celebrate our amazing medical
staff who are dedicated to providing our
community the very best in health care. If
one of our physicians has made a difference
tail shops and eating establishments and
in your life, consider honoring them by
was expected to generate about 13,000 ve-
hicle trips each day. making a gift to MedStar St. Marys Hospital.
The main concern among some planning
commission members and residents was Your gift can be designated to a specific
the condition of roads, specically Sotter-
ley Road, was not adequate to service the area, and an acknowledgement card will be
new project.
Most recently, the appeals board heard delivered to your physician.
an application for a variance that would al-
low the applicant for the project to remove
certain trees from the property.
The prior appeals board decision stipu-
lated that some trees had to remain as a buf- Please call the Philanthropy Office
fer on the property to screen nearby homes.
Attorney Chris Longmore for the ap- at 301-475-6455 to learn more.
plicant testied that the variance they
sought was not to remove trees stipulated
in the ruling.
It will not in any way alter the site plan
this board approved not long ago, Long-
more said at the March 23 appeals hearing
in Leonardtown.
Stephen Hoopengarner, one of the oppo-
nents of the project and a signatory in the
lawsuit, opposed any removal of trees from
the agreed upon buffer, which he contend-
ed was still endangered.
Replacement trees wont have the same
screening as mature hardwoods, Hoopen-
garner said.
The board approved the variance with a
4-0 vote.
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 4 Local News The County Times Thursday, March 30, 2017

Commissioners Approve Local Ducks

Zoning Map Correction Unlimited Receives
National Award
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer

After weeks of review and dealing with
inaccurate maps the Commissioners of St.
Marys County voted Tuesday to correct the
zoning for a piece of property in the Great
Mills Road corridor area where a contro-
versial project is seeking approval.
The error was found recently when the
planning commission began its review of
the conceptual site plan for the Cecils Mill
Business Park project, which is proposed
for construction on what was thought to be
residential, low density-zoned land.
In fact the property is actually zoned as
mixed-use, medium density which requires
large-scale and clustered commercial
and residential uses adjacent to existing or
planned principal transportation corridors
with reasonable preservation of open space
and forest retention, the master plan reads.
The project has received considerable
backlash from the nearby neighborhoods
over worries of too much traffic in an al-
ready clogged area.
The project would be close to the inter-
section of Great Mills Road and Route 5,
one of the most congested road junctions in
the county.
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Commissioners were quick to point out
that the correction of the zoning there did
not automatically mean that the project
would be approved.
People dont trust their government,
said Commissioner Tom Jarboe, sympa-
thizing with the concerns of residents.
There needs to be some consideration
given to that community.
That Route 5 interchange is not going to
get improved anytime soon.
The project calls for a 24,800 square-
foot, two-story office building and a 54,000
square-foot warehouse.
The property is nearly 25 acres in size
and the original plans for the project includ-
ed a residential development.
Commissioner Mike Hewitt said resi-
dents mostly feared the prospect of heavy
transport truck traffic coming in and out
of their neighborhood at the Pleasant Mill
Drive entrance off of Great Mills Road.
Those people are pretty upset about
that kind of traffic going through there,
Hewittsaid.
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By Zach Hill
Contributing Writer
The St. Marys County Ducks Unlimited
Chapter was presented with one of the high-
est honors offered within the entire Ducks
Unlimited organization this past weekend.
While the St. Marys County chapter was
presented with a handful of awards this
weekend at the Maryland Ducks Unlimited
State Convention in Easton, the commo-
tion was certainly caused by the awarding
of Presidents Elite Fundraising Chapter
over all other awards.
The criteria required to be named a
Presidents Elite Chapter says that you
must raise over $65,000 over the course of
the year.
The St. Marys chapter showed true on
why they have been ranked in the top 20
chapters nationwide over 3,000 others in
the past years by going above and beyond
these requirements.
Reaching over 160% of the need-
ed $65,000 fundraising total, the St.
Marys Chapter raised a total of $104,900
last year, completely demolishing the
requiredamount.
While it may seem hard to believe, the
Maryland Regional Director of Ducks Un-
limited, Josh Voelker, says that most of the
fundraising is done through three main
events that happen throughout the year.
dividually with awards for a couple of them
at the State Convention also.
In accompaniment to the Presidents
Elite Chapter, the chapter was presented
with Highest Banquet Income , Most
Banquet Event Sponsors, Best Green-
wing Event, and a For The Good of
The State Award was given to member
BillyPrice.
For those who dont know where the
money Ducks Unlimited goes, the answer
is simple.
Ducks Unlimited has a main focus on
conserving, restoring, and managing the
wetlands and or other areas in North Amer-
ica that are inhabited by waterfowls.
Since 1975, the St. Marys County Chap-
ter has been working to conserve and
maintain the local wetlands in order to fill
the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow
andforever.
Consistently selling out of tickets for
their events, such as their upcoming 2017
Sportsman Bash, has been a great sign to
the organizations growth and prosperity.
Having just celebrated their 40-year an-
niversary back in 2015, it is clear that the
St. Marys County Ducks Unlimited is still
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Marylands sole Republican state senator.
This years Maryland Day on Saturday,
March 25 marked the 383rd birthday of the
states founding with the landing on that
day at St. Clements Island in the Potomac
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Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Commissioners Proclaim

Plant Sirens to be Tested Fair Housing Month
A full-cycle test of the alert and notica-
tion sirens throughout St. Marys, Calvert
and Dorchester counties will be conducted
on Monday, April 3, 2017 at noon.
The full-cycle test includes a three-minute
activation of all sirens within the 10-mile
area around Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power
Plant. All citizens are asked to remember the
scheduled testing and relay the information
to friends, family and neighbors.
The testing is being done to check siren
operation and increase public awareness
of the alert and notication siren system. If
the sirens sound at any other time, residents
should tune to one of the local radio stations
listed below for information and instructions.
Emergency Alert System stations include:
WPTX 1690 AM Lexington Park
WYRX 97.7 FM Lexington Park
WTOP 103.5 FM Frederick, D.C.
WKIK 1560 AM La Plata
WKIK 102.9 FM California
WPRS 104.1 FM La Plata
WSMD 98.3 FM Mechanicsville
WNNT 100.9 FM Warsaw
WGOP 540 AM Pocomoke
WCEM 1240 AM Cambridge
WCEM 106.3 FM Cambridge
WCEI 96.7 FM Easton
WRAR 105.5 FM Tappahannock
WKHZ 1460 AM Easton
Knowing what to do before, during and
after an emergency is a critical part of being
prepared and may make all the difference
when seconds count.
To learn about Disasters & Hazards, Be-
ing Prepared and Being Informed visit: pre-
pare.stmarysmd.com
Fom St. Marys County PIO
April 2017 marks the 49th anniversary
of the passage of the Fair Housing Act of
1968. The Maryland Association of Real-
tors 2017 Fair Housing theme is Dreams
Come True with Fair Housing. The theme
furthers housing choices for all everyone
without regard to race, color, creed, national
origin, sex, familial status and disability and
encourages fair housing opportunities for all
citizens.
At their March 28 business meeting the
Commissioners of St. Marys County rec-
ognized Fair Housing Month with a proc-
lamation. Marylands Fair Housing law was
rst enacted in 1971 and memorialized per
Maryland Code, Article 49B, Sections 19-39
which adds marital status and sexual orienta-
tion as protected classes. Local efforts are vi-
tal to promoting Fair Housing and to expand
opportunities and choices for all.
The Southern Maryland Association of
Realtors, Maryland Commission on Civil
Rights, Housing Authority of St. Marys
County, St. Marys County Human Relations
Commission, property owners, manage-
ment companies and many others continue
to build alliances supporting Fair Housing,
said Commissioner John OConnor (3rd Dis-
trict). Illegal barriers to equal opportunity
in housing, no matter how subtle, diminish
the rights of all and ongoing educational
outreach and monitoring are key to raising
awareness of fair housing principles, prac-
tices, rights and responsibilities.
From St. Marys County PIO

Notice Of Public Hearing Naval Air Station Patuxent

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the
Commissioners of St. Marys County will
hold a Public Hearing on April 4, 2017 at
6:30pm in the Chesapeake Building located
at 41770 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown,
Maryland to consider amending Chap-
ter 223 of the Code of St. Marys County,
MD to repeal and re-enact provisions for a
development
impact fee.
Citizens are encouraged to attend and
participate in the public hearing.
Note that as a result of the evidence and
comments made at the public hearing,
amendments may be made to the proposed
Ordinance.
Written comments, questions and sug-
gestions may be submitted on or before
April 11, 2017 to: Commissioners of St.
Marys County, P.O. Box 653, Leonard-
town, MD 20650.
Copies of the proposed Ordinance are
available in the Finance Department &
www.stmarysmd.com.
Any reasonable accommodation for per-
sons with disabilities should be requested
by contacting the St. Marys County Public
Information Ofcer at (301) 475-4200, ext.
*1342.
From Jeanett Cudmore,
St. Marys County CFO
River Restoration Advisory
Board to Hold Public Meeting
The next meeting of the Naval Air Sta-
tion (NAS) Patuxent River Restoration
Advisory Board (RAB) will be held on
Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at the Frank Knox
Building, located outside the Gate 2 en-
trance, at 4 p.m. in Room 100. The NAS
Patuxent River RAB is composed of com-
munity members, Navy representatives,
and environmental regulators.
The RAB meets regularly to discuss the
status of NAS Patuxent Rivers environ-
mental cleanup efforts and plans for future
action. Members of the public are welcome
to attend RAB meetings.
For more information about NAS Patux-
ent River Installation Restoration Program
or the RAB, call the NAS Patuxent River
Public Affairs Ofce at (301)-757-6748.
From Patrick Gordon, NAS Patuxent River PIO

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8 Crime The County Times Thursday, March 30, 2017

Two Arrested In Beverage

Store Burglary
On March 17, 2017, St. Marys County
Sheriffs Office deputies responded to In-
ternational Beverage (Cadillac Jacks) in
Lexington Park for a burglary. The inves-
tigation revealed two subjects attempted to
break through the front door but were un-
successful. The suspects returned a second
time, forced entry into the business, and
stole property.
The Criminal Investigations Division
continued the investigation. Criminal In-
vestigations Detectives and deputies in the
patrol unit worked together to identify the
suspects as Terrell Devantee Atkins, age
18, of Lexington Park and Marquet Darrell
Thompson, age 18, of No Fixed Address.
On March 22, 2017, Atkins was located
and transported to the St. Marys County
Detention Center where he
was charged with theft and
burglary charges.
An arrest warrant was
issued for suspect Marquet
Thompson on March 21,
2017. He was arrested on
March 25, 2017, and trans-
ported to the St. Marys
County Detention Cen-
ter where he was charged
with theft, burglary and
malicious destruction of
property.

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Thompson Atkins
Sheriffs Office PIO

St. Marys County Sheriffs Office

Arrests and Criminal Summons
03/21/17 Assault 2nd Degree Corpo-
ral D. Reppel responded to the St. Marys 3/22/17 As-
County Detention Center in Leonardtown, sault 1st Degree and
MD for the report of an assault. The in- CDS Possession not
vestigation revealed the suspect, Jarrell Marijuana Deputy
Rahiem Johnson, 29 of California, MD, J. Bare responded
initiated an unprovoked physical attack to the Take It Easy
against the victim, Ranch in Callaway,
by striking the vic- MD for a reported
tim several times in domestic assault.
the arms and chest Deputy Bare made
area with his fist. contact with the vic- Brenton
The suspect was ar- tim who indicated the suspect, Shenandoah
rested and charged Dornell Benton, 40 of Callaway, MD start-
with Assault 2nd De- ed an unprovoked verbal fight with him.
gree and remained The argument escalated when the suspect
in the custody of the punched the victim in the head and chest
St. Marys County area then attempted to choke the victim.
Johnson Detention Center. The victim was able to secure himself in
another room within the residence, when
3/22/17 Possession of CDS not Mari- the suspect retrieved a knife from the kitch-
juana Deputy First Class D. Potter con- en and repeatedly stated she was going to
ducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle that kill the victim, while trying to gain entry
was traveling on Chancellors Run Road in through the locked door. Deputy Bare ob-
Great Mills, MD. During the traffic stop, served injuries to the victim consistent with
Corporal B. Rishel and his K-9 partner his account of the events. The suspect was
conducted an exterior scan of the vehicle, placed under arrest and prior to transport
when the K-9 alerted to the presence of nar- asked for her purse to accompany her to the
cotics. A search of the vehicle revealed the detention center. A search of the suspects
operator, Charles Lewis Guy, 53 of Lex- purse pocketbook revealed Lyrica pills,
ington Park, MD, which the suspect could not produce a pre-
to be in possession scription for and is a controlled dangerous
of suspected co- substance. The CDS was seized and the
caine. Suspect Guy suspect was transported to the St. Marys
was arrested and County Detention Center where she was
transported to the charged with Assault 1st Degree and CDS
St. Marys County Possession not Marijuana.
Detention Cen-
ter, where he was From Jennifer Stone, Sheriffs Office PIO
charged with Pos-
session of CDS not
Guy marijuana.
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Convincing Late Model Victory
Defending Champ Roberson Scores in RUSH Crates
By Doug Watson
Budds Creek, MD- York Haven Pa.s Ja-
son Covert took top honors in last Friday
nights season opening 30-lap Late Model
feature at Potomac Speedway. The win for
Covert, aboard his Cameron/Mann owned
Rocket no.72, was his 11th career win at the
speedway and earned him a $2500 winners
check.
The redraw placed Covert and Daryl
Hills on the front row for the start of the
event with Covert surging into the race lead
as the eld went hard into turn one. Once
in the lead, Covert basically had the race
in control, and would eventually pace all
30-circuits. I made some changes before
qualifying that put us behind a bit. Covert
stated post race. I drew the last pill during
the redraw and it happened to be a one, so
I knew if I could get out front rst, wed be
hard to pass and this is a great win for our
team. Second through fth went hard at it
for most of the race with Amanda Whaley
prevailing for the runner-up spot at the n-
ish. Nick Davis, Dale Hollidge and Ross
Robinson rounded out the top ve. During
Late Model time trials Amanda Whaley
broke the track record that Jeremy Miller
set in 2004 with a one lap time of 14.171
surpassing Millers mark of 14,381. Heats
went to Whaley and Hills.
Defending track champion Logan Rob-
erson scored the win in the 20-lap RUSH
Crate Late Model main. Lining up fth for
the start, Roberson overhauled David Wil-
liams on the seventh lap and would lead the
distance in the caution free event steering
his Rocket no.17R. This is a great way to
start our season The happy winner stated.
My mom and dad put every penny they
can into our team and to win at home the
rst time out with this car is amazing.
Williams held tough for second with Chuck
Bowie, Darren Alvey and Jamie Sutphin
rounding out the top-ve. Heats went to
Roberson and Williams.
Seahawk Chosen Defensive
Player of the Week
St. Marys College of Maryland Senior
Haley Sieglein (Baltimore, Md./Friends
School) earned her rst career Capital
Athletic Conference Womens Lacrosse
Defensive Player of the Week award
Monday afternoon. Sieglein received the
honor for the week ending March 26 as an-
nounced by Assistant CAC Commissioner
Tim Mowrer.
Sieglein is the second Seahawk to be
honored as the CAC Defensive Player of
the Week as fellow classmate Mackenzie
Rayburn garnered the award on Febru-
ary 27. She secured this weeks accolades
after tallying seven caused turnovers and
seven ground balls in a 2-1 week for the St.
Marys College of Maryland womens la-
crosse team (6-5, 2-0 CAC).
The 5-5 defender began the week with
two ground balls and two caused turnovers
at Washington College. She then ended
the week with career-bests of ve caused
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 12 Education
Schools Roll Out Expanded
Summer Program
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer
Its going to be a busy summer. Thats
how St. Marys County Public Schools
(SMCPS) Executive Director of Supplemen-
tal School Programs Kelly Hall described
what will be going on this summer for stu-
dents and their families.
For the past several years SMCPS has
run an eight-week Lunch and Learn sum-
mer program at Lexington Park and George
Washington Carver elementary schools. But
the summer break will be longer this year
because of Gov. Hogans mandated start af-
ter Labor Day and the early summer break
because of the dearth of snow days.
This year one of the programs many
partners, St. Marys County Library, has
stepped up to allow it to extend to a 12-week
program. Lunch at the Library will take
place June 12 to 23 and August 21 to Sept.
1. During the eight-week middle, the Lunch
and Learn Program will be at the Lexington
Park Library on Fridays.
While at the library, lunch will be served
from noon to 1:30 p.m. and will include nutri-
tious bag lunches with fruit cups and milk.
Staffing for the Lunch and Learn Pro-
gram includes a teacher, paraeducator and
two staff assistants.
Partners for the program, in addition to
the library, are:
Great Mills H.S. STEM students
College of Southern Maryland
PNC Bank
Soccer in the Park
Sheriffs Department
University of Maryland Extension FSNE
Sending Smiles
Promise Resource center
St. Mays County ECAC
S. Marys Reads
Three oaks
Department of Social Services
Elms Environmental center
St. Marys Couny AACP
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SMPS Infants & Toddlers
SMCPS Food and Nutrition Service
SMCPS Safety a Security
The Church Without Walls Outreach
Ministries
The expanded summer program also in-
cludes a Title One grant-funded, six-week
program at George Washington Carver. It
has space for 120 third, fourth and fifth grade
students from Carver, Green Holly, Park Hall
and Lexington Park elementary schools.
In the Title One Program, students will
receive breakfast, lunch and a snack daily
and transportation to and from school in air-
conditioned buses.
Staff paid for with federal monies include
an administrator, certified teachers, para-
educators, a school nurse and secretary. Ad-
ditionally, through funds from the 21st Cen-
tury program, an enrichment coordinator
and enrichment paraeducator will be hired.
Enrichment activities are aligned with
both academics and the summer program.
Studenrts will be engaged in team building
activities, arts and crafts, according to Hall.
Also, this coming summer will be a sepa-
rate four-week Head Start Summer Program at
Green Holly Elementary School. Sixty Head
Stat students (four-year-olds transitioning to
kindergarten) will be invited to participate.
The summer programs were enthusias-
tically received by the St. Marys County
Board of Education when they were ex-
plained by Hall during the regular March 22
meeting. St. Marys County is a communi-
ty that cones together for the children, said
board Vice President Mary Washington.
They are in a great environment, learn-
ing and having fun, said board member
Rita Weaver.
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Thursday, March 30, 2017
From left, seated, Destiny Posso, Charles Thompson, standing, Tionte Smiley, Dr. Eileen Abel, Chris
McDonald, Dr. Bradley Gottfried, Paul Holland, Elena Wendell-Russo, Alfonzo Thomas.
CSM Students Honored for
Public Service Announcements
Four College of Southern Maryland said. We are interested in what will reso-
(CSM) students were honored for public nate with your peer group Its making
service announcements they produced last the public aware.
semester as part of their digital media pro- The CSM PSAs were created as part of
duction class. Students from both CSM and Associate Professor Olaniyi Arekes digital
Towson University were invited to create production class. Areke, who is the digi-
and submit 30-second PSAs that warn state tal media production coordinator, said it
residents about the danger of items being is important for the students to work on
stolen from cars in Maryland. real-world projects, and normally the
The team of CSM students Charles PSAs would have been produced for a local
Thompson of Bryans Road and Alfonzo nonprofit in his class. This is a way to test
Thomas of Prince Frederick won the top your skills against other students, he said
prize for CSM submissions in the 2016 Ve- about the contest. That way, they can see
hicle Theft Prevention PSA Contest, which where they are compared to other students
is presented annually by the Maryland State Its a great opportunity.
Police, Maryland Theft Prevention Council Before the award ceremony, the students
and Maryland/DC Anti-Car Theft Com- discussed their PSAs and the challenges
mittee. Both Thompson and Thomas were they faced in creating a clear and compel-
awarded $250 each. CSM students Destiny ling message in only 30 seconds. The team
Posso of Waldorf and Tionte Smiley of of Thomas and Thompson were challenged
Brandywine were honored with a monetary by unexpected vehicles interfering with
award of $100 each for their submission in their filming, they said. Charles was the
the CSM contest. motivator. He was really animated about
We were ex- the project, Thomas said of Thompson.
cited to come and Thompson plans to continue his education
work with you, at the University of North Carolina, Wilm-
said Paul Hol- ington, and someday create a feature film.
land, president of Thomas hopes to set up a private business
the Maryland/DC as a videographer after earning his associ-
Anti-Car Theft ate degree at CSM.
Committee and Posso and Smiley took three to four
part of the del- weeks to put their PSA together. The big-
egation that pre- gest challenge, they said, was just coming
sented the awards up with their idea. Producing that idea was
in a ceremony at pretty fun, pretty interesting, Posso said.
CSM President Smiley intends to pursue a bachelors de-
Dr. Bradley Gott- gree and then work as a cameraman or di-
frieds office at the rector. Posso will attend the University of
La Plata Campus Maine starting this fall and hopes to even-
on March 8. The tually work to educate and entertain young
contest has been adults, creating an improvisation program
running for seven for children.
years, but this was The students thanked Areke and Patricia
the first year that Christofaro, station manager and executive
CSM participated. producer of CSMs television studio, for
Holland explained their teaching and for getting us to this
that asking college point in our career, Thompson said.
students to cre- Thompson and Thomas PSA can be
ate the anti-theft viewed at https://youtu.be/80jHcjlEnhw.
message provides Possos and Smileys video is at https://you-
a younger point of tu.be/5Oa3HooDKVo. Both videos will be
view. It is a way shared via the Maryland State Police social
to brand our mes- media platforms.
sage a little differ-
ent than we have in From College of Southern Maryland
the past, Holland

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14 Feature Story
County Women
are Models of
Achievement
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Whether its raising funds for cancer re-
search, being the first woman elected to the
presidency of the county commissioners or
finding new ways to help the homeless and
wayward veterans, three county women,
Barbara Thompson, Patricia Brady and
Lilian Cavanagh are ensuring that women
have a voice in the community.
All three were honored recently by the
St. Marys County Commission for Women
for their outstanding achievements in com-
munity service and business.
Thompson, of Hollywood, won the
lifetime achievement award for her many
accomplishments.
Starting her career in Washington, D.C.
with a telephone company, Thompson soon
learned that women in the work place could
expect to receive less pay than their male
counterparts.
She started out as a technical assistant
and then got a promotion to field engineer
without the increase in salary but it was a
man who realized that she was being treat-
ed unfairly and decided to do something
about it.
I got a promotion and no money to go
with it, Thompson said. But a male super-
visor advocated for my raise and I gotit.
Photos by Mike Batson
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Thompson said she got her job during the
Vietnam War and that slots were open to
women because of a male draft.
It was not long before she was set to
receive another promotion and though it
would have been lucrative she wanted to said. I think there are an awful lot of
focus on her family life. women who do a great deal but that arent
We were definitely in that generation in the public eye.
affected by Vietnam, said Thompson. I Patricia Brady is another woman whose
was going to get another promotion but I life is filled with career and volunteer work.
said No, Im going home to take care of As Woman of the Year, she was recog-
my son. nized not only for her accomplishments in
It wouldve been a good job. business but in community service help-
Describing herself as self motivated, it ing some of the most at-risk members of
wasnt long before Thompson would pur- thecommunity.
sue another lifelong ambition: becoming an After 27 years working for Naval Air
elected official. Systems Command (NAVAIR) she has
The political landscape was one that was formed her own consulting and strategic
stacked against her as St. Marys politics planning and management that works glob-
was dominated by men and the Democratic ally to broker stronger relations with the
Party back in 1990. nations allies.
I did a lot of door knocking, Thompson She spends just as much time volun-
said of her first campaign, which she won. teering to help the homeless, especially
I was an unknown and a Republican. homeless veterans, as she does pursuing
When she took office it was a time of great hercareer.
change for St. Marys with the first major Her husband is a medically retired mili-
base realignment process bringing many tary pilot and her parents were both in the
new jobs and programs to the Patuxent River Air Force.
Naval Air Station. Veterans are part of my life in every
Concurrently the way, Brady said, adding that she currently
expansion of work on serves on the board for Three Oaks Home-
the base created an less Shelter and is the director of its veter-
upsurge in demand for ans resource committee.
new commercial and Helping veterans who are homeless or
business amenities. are in need of treatment for depression or
It was an interest- addiction is often the most challenging part
ing time to be in of- of her work, she said.
fice, Thompson said. Many find it hard to ask for help in get-
Though she served ting benefits guaranteed for veterans.
two terms in of- Theyd rather figure it out themselves
fice, Thompson said than ask for help, Brady said.
she never really left The key to the success of the veterans re-
politics. source center, she said, is not only provid-
She has served on ing space for them to live but giving them
the countys Repub- solid information to make decisions.
lican Central Com- They leave with an answer not a phone
mittee and contin- number of someone else to call, Brady
ues to serve as the said. Thats frustrating and thats where
chair of the MedStar you lose them.
St. Marys Hospital Shes also involved in building tiny
Board of Directors. homes for veterans at Greenwell State
She is also presi- Park, partnering with student labor at the
dent of the Leonard- career and technology center in Leonard-
town Rotary Club. town as well as managing the food pantry
Despite all of at The Church of the Ascension in Lexing-
her achievements, ton Park.
Thompson was not For all the work she does, she credits
expecting to receive those who she coordinates with as the ones
such an award from who do much of the heavy lifting.
her peers. I was shocked, I didnt expect to win,
I was really sur- Brady said of being named Woman of the
prised, Thompson Year. I dont feel I deserve it.
Thursday, March 30, 2017
I coordinate and I keep the pressure up
to keep things moving. Its just a tiny piece
of dust of the work that needs to get done in
this world.
She is unabashed about the fundamental
reason about why she continues with her
volunteerism: her Christian faith.
I want to do one thing everyday to make
Jesus happy, Brady said.
Though she is still a student at Great
Mills High School, Lilian Cavanagh has
combined high academic achievement with
community service.
As the winner of the Tomorrows Wom-
an Award, Cavanagh was honored for her
many accomplishments, which she has been
working towards since elementaryschool.
A member of the National Honor Soci-
ety, she currently serves as her school chap-
ters vice president; she also is a library as-
sistant and tutor.
Shes been a part of the STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering and Math) pro-
gram since the fourth grade and is in mul-
tiple Advanced Placement courses.
Theyre really challenging, they help
me see things in a different way, she said.
Shes competed in several engineering
competitions and has even worked as an in-
tern at the U.S. Navys Test Pilot School at
Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
That was a really amazing experience,
she said.
With all her academic training, she
said she might pursue a degree in en-
gineering working on environmentally
sustainablesystems.
But out of all her pursuits the one that
she said is the most important is her work
with the Relay for Life and the American
Cancer Society.
Shes participated in relays since she was
just seven years old and has helped raise
funds to battle the disease.
She said she was stunned to see so many
women up for honors at the banquet held
March 15 at the Southern Maryland Higher
Education Center.
Im grateful to be inspiring to women
and see all the great work in the commu-
nity, Cavanagh said. I was very grateful
to win the award.
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Join Opal Fine Art Gallery & Gifts on April 7th
22725 Washington St., 240-309-4074
Be sure to stop by on April 7th
from 5-8 pm to meet the wonder-
ful volunteers and perhaps your
future pet as well!
By teaming up with Second
Hope Rescue, Home Elements
hopes to help facilitate the place-
ment of these rescues into their
forever homes. We encourage our
community neighbors to come
out and meet a couple of the res-
cues as well as the volunteers
who give of their time for this worthy cause.
PORT OF LEONARDTOWN WINERY
23190 Newtowne Neck Rd., 301-690-2192
Be sure to stop by the POL Winery
on First Friday, April 7th in North
Leonardtown as talented local mu-
sician Ross Crampton will be per-
forming on the heated outdoor pa-

Fesnwick Street from 5-8 pm for a tio from 5:30-8:30 pm.

U ed Books & Musi c

special First Friday
opening reception
Also, there will be a new and ex-
citing full body, dry, award-winning B
Friday,
for this new group red wine - you wont want to miss
Friday, oct. 7, 5-7pm show. out on the new Black Label, Bar-
Featuring region- bera Reserve release!
Author Linda Stewart al artists and their

Oct. 7
will be signing copies work incorporating
of her two Maryland the Earth Day theme, FENWICK STREET USED BOOKS & MUSIC
mystery books, Snows this will be a must-
41655A Fenwick Street, 301-475-2859

5 -8 PM
Rest and stop spot during your visit to Leonardtown!

in Downtown
Come meet local author Ellynne Davis and illustra-
Snows tor Joyce Judd signing copies of their childrens book
Run on HORIZON GALLERY The Chesapeake Cats and the Easter Surprise.

leonardtown
41665 Fenwick St. #15, 240-256-4785
Pink The three kitties venture out to a town (somewhat
Friday. Guest Maryland art- reminiscent of Leonardtown) to pick up supplies for
ist, Steve Lucy, will their Easter party. They are seen on their walk to
be at Horizon Gal- The Wharf where they pass Breton Point Light,
lery on First Friday the bank, the museum and Lets Fly a Kite on their
CRAZY FOR EWE YARNS to demonstrate hisGOOD EARTH NATURAL
way to the FOODS
store Miss CO. Delight. Operated by
Bunnys
22715 Washington St., 301-475-2744
unique method of41765 Park MissAve., 301-475-1630
Bunny of course, the shop offers a rainbow of
41655A Fenwick Street
Join us for a fun evening ofpainting
pink refresh-
marine life food colors andIndelicious
honor of Breastjelly
flavored Cancer
beans.
Downtown Leonardtown, MD ments, classic bra art and aon spectacu-
wood. By incor- The trio then Awareness
prepare their Month, The and tidy the
special meal
lar new project
poratingforthe wood house; they awake Good Earth
Easter will betofeaturing
morning a surprise out-
301-475-2859 Octobergrain
the Phoebe
First into
Friday,
each piece
Capelet.
of art, he creates
side someoneain pink-inspired
Bubblegum
bounty is collected
Starberry
disguise is hiding
by everyone smoothie
Easter eggs! The
for
in the neighborhood and
www.fenwickbooks.com
Another
truly spectacular and amazing fabulous find meet
pieces. Come Octobers
the dinner, of which First Friday.
Miss Bunny Stop is a big
is an invitee,
Steve from 5-8 pm.at TNNA, this great hit (the cats soonbyrecognize
and try Miss
one of these
Bunny as the mystery
little garment is cute delicious, fresh, and healthy
and versatile, and per- treats!
fect for fall. The yarn
is lovely to knit silky MARIGOLD
smooth with a terrific 25445 Point Lookout Rd., 301-744-7635
bounce. Takes just 4 skeins and flatters Marigold will be donating 15% of all sales on our
everyone! 10% of every Phoebe project lactation related items bibs, nursing pads, milk
sale goes to MedStar St. Marys Breast flow teas and tinctures, nip-
Cancer Awareness and outreach efforts. ple creams, bottles, nipples,
LEONARDTOWN @LeonardtownFF LEONARDTOWN
and nursing necklaces. Stop
NORTH END GALLERY FIRST FRIDAYS by our table on The FIRST FRIDAYS
Square
41652 Fenwick St., 301-475-3130 and see another beautiful
North End Gallery will feature the works classic Uplifting Design work
of Ruth Collins, Sarah Houde, and Karen of bra art.
Russell in a show entitled A Slice of Life. Did you know that breast-feeding significantly
The three local artists reduces a womans chance of breast cancer?
employ a variety of media Look for the window cling indicating Breast-
 Thursday, March 30, 2017 The County Times 17

April First Friday will be in recognition of

Earth DayP
Join in on our Community Art Project on The Square (weather permitting)

Drum Circle!
SoMar Drummers on The Square for an
audience participation drum circle,
bring your own, or use theirs!
In the case of rain, the Drum Circle will moved to the
Leonardtown Arts Center at 22660 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
i Featuring Handcrafted Gifts & Items Produced
by Local Artisans & Farmers
Sophisticated Weavings & Intricately
Knitted Quality Lace
New View
Fiber Works
Studio

Luxury Fibers & Lush Textiles Including Fine

stranger!). A charming book filled with wonderful pictures 6-6:30 demos & Wool, Alpaca, Angora, Mohair, Silk & Cotton
makes for a perfect springtime story. rhythm lessons
THE PHOENIX DOWN/ GUENTHERS BISTRO 6:30-8 Drum Circle
25470 Point Lookout Rd/ Rte. 5
(Breton Marketplace), 240-434-8563 Fesnwick Street
Join one of Leonardtowns hottest spots for a super-cool
U ed Books & Musi c
arts & crafts activity w/ CRAZY FOR EWE
a unique Phoenix Down 22715 Washington Street, 301-475-2744 Ellynne Davis and
twist, create your very Join us for a wonder-
own upcycled bonsai
Joyce Judd will be signing copies of
ful evening with lovely their childrens book The Chesapeake
tree from recycled ma- Luma, a new blend of
terials. Cats and the Easter Surprise
organic cotton, meri-
Come celebrate Earth Friday, April 7 from 5-7 PM
no, linen, and silk. Get
Day First Friday at this
newly opened gaming
started on Stone Point,
a perfect topper for
301-475-2859
lounge on April 7th from 5-8 pm, this is a free activity www.fenwickbooks.com
transitional weather.
for all ages (located inside Guenthers Bistro-ages 21 41655A Fenwick Street
Pattern is free on First
& up from 9 pm on). Downtown Leonardtown
Friday with purchase
of yarn.
THE GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS COMPANY
41675 Park Ave., 301-475-1630 DRAGONFLY DESIGNS
We are featuring the vibrant 41629 Courthouse Dr., 240-434-5495
& refreshing Green Goodness (upstairs in the Weiner Building)
Smoothie for First Friday on April Dragonfly Designs will
7th, packed full of healthy good- be having a special
ness from omegas found in the First Friday sale of
hemp hearts to spirulina, a blue-
15% off all items in
green algae that is a deemed
the shop! Come check
superfood. This always-popular
out their handcrafted
smoothie is the perfect compli-
Pueblo selections as
ment to Earth Day celebrations!
well as jewelry, home
decor items, Sharons
paintings & artwork
and much more!

Make Leonardtown Your Place Every First Friday!

The LBA gratefully acknowledges the generous
support of our Platinum Sponsors
 18 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, March 30, 2017

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

Franklin Irvin Bowles Life Celebration on Thursday, March 30,

Franklin Irvin
Bowles, 27, of
Loveville, MD
passed away on
March 25, 2017.
He was born on
November 8, 1989 in
Leonardtown, MD
to Joseph and Mary
Jane Snooky
Bowles.
Frankie attended and graduated from
Leonardtown High School. He was em-
ployed with the St. Marys County Public
School System as a building service worker
at Chopticon High School. He was also the
owner of Bowles Lawn Service which he
started in March of 2014.
Frankies passions were tractors, lawn-
mowers and his friends and family. He nev-
er knew a stranger; he always made sure
he would do anything to help anyone who
needed it. His most loved passions were
singing karaoke and his lawnmower.
He leaves behind two brothers, William
Lee Bowles and Dale Anthony Ridgell,
as well as a sister, Jessica Lynne Sissy
Bowles. He also leaves behind his grand-
mother, Estelle Bowles, his niece and god-
daughter, Kassidy Ridgell, along with niece
and nephew Macey and Cameron Bowles
and a host of friends and family.
Family will receive friends for Frankies
Caring is our Business
2017 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Holly-
wood Fire Department, 24801 Three Notch
Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be held on Friday,
March 31, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred
Heart Catholic Church, 23080 Maddox
Road, Bushwood, MD 20618. Interment
will follow at Queen of Peace Cemetery,
38888 Dr. Johnson Road, Mechanicsville,
MD 20659.
Pallbearers will be Lee Bowles, Dale
Ridgell, Michael Hayden, Jesse Norris,
Larry Anderson, Justin Clements, Bran-
don Moreland, and Matt Norris. Honorary
pallbearers will be Jessica Sissy Bowles,
Kara Ridgell, Jared Lyon, Ryan Huseman,
Frannie Long, Randi Twigg, Joey Ridgell,
and members of the Southern Maryland
Antique Power Association, Inc.
Memorial contributions may be made
to your local Fire Department or Rescue
Squad.
Arrangements by the Brinseld Funeral
Home, P.A.
Condolences to the family may be made
at www.brinseldfuneral.com.
Bernard F. Barney
Kane
Bernard F. Bar-
ney Kane, 77, of
California, MD
passed away March
24, 2017 at his home
surrounded by his
loving family.
He was born Oc-
tober 28, 1939 in
Shamokin, PA to
the late Thomas M.
Kane and Elizabeth Cress.
On March 17, 1958 Barney enlisted in the
United States Navy were he proudly served
his country for 20 years until his retirement
March 30, 1978, as an Aviation Electrician
Chief Petty Ofcer. He served aboard the
USS Harkness and USS LaSalle; Antarctic
Development Squadron 6, Quonset Point
with Summer 1972 in Antarctica; and
Rotary Wing and VP-44 at Patuxent River.
He taught for 15 years at Harry Lundeberg
School of Seamanship until his retirement
in 2001. On July 8, 1961 he married his
beloved wife, Sarah A. Kane, in Califor-
nia. Together they celebrated over 55 won-
derful years of marriage. He was an avid
Washington Redskin fan and still loved the
Washington Senators. He was a member of
the Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 93
and the Loyal Order of the Moose.
In addition to his beloved wife, Barney
is survived by his children: David Shaun
Kane of Knotts Island, NC, Timothy Mi-
chael Kane of Manchester, MD, and Kath-
ryn Elizabeth Schultz of Sapulpa, OK; his
sister, Mildred Kane Koppen of Carlisle,
PA; his grandchildren: Jade Marie Kane,
Mary Lou Ching Mattei whom he married
on January 17, 2002 in La Plata, MD. Bob is
survived by his children: Richard M. Mat-
tei of McKinney TX, Russell M. Mattei of
Odenton, MD, Ronald M. Mattei of Gam-
brills, MD, Robin M. Beard of Davidson-
ville, MD, 12 grandchildren, 19 great grand-
children. He was preceded in death by his
sons; Robert M. Mattei, Jr, and Raymond M.
Mattei Siblings: Louis P. Mattei, Edward P.
Mattei and Gloria L. Borrelli. He graduated
from New Haven, CT. and Coyne Radio &
TV School. Bob served in the United States
Navy from 1947 to 1950 as a Internal Com-
munication Technician, He moved from Lo-
cust Grove, VA to St. Marys County, MD
in 2000. Bob was a Network Maintenance
Manager for Bell Atlantic for 35 years retir-
ing on March 15, 1985. He enjoyed boating,
gardening, carpentry, and real estate. He
was an avid reader, and followed the stock
market and business world. Bob belonged
to the Southern Maryland Telco Pioneers,
Moose Lodge, American Legion, was a
Lions Club charter member Crofton, MD.
He helped with St. Marys Nursing Center
bingo in Leonardtown, MD.
Contributions may be made to Leonar-
dtown Vol. Fire Department P.O. Box 50
Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or Leonard-
town Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 299 Leon-
ardtown, MD 20650.
James Melvin
Latham, Sr.
James Mel-
vin Latham, Sr.,
Snooks 84, of
Chaptico,
passed away on
MD,

Charles Memorial Gardens

Sarah Schultz Maneri, Rebecca Schultz, March 20, 2017 in
Nora Kane, and Meara Kane; and many ex- Chaptico, MD. Born
tended family and friends. In addition to on August 30, 1932,
his parents, he is preceded in death by his he was the son of the
brothers, Thomas Kane, Joseph Kane and late Maude Russell
Francis Kane. Latham and Leon-
Family will receive friends on Thursday, ard Latham. Snooks was the loving husband

Cremation Urn Niches

March 30, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. 12:00
p.m., at Brinseld Funeral Home, P.A.,
22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown,
MD 20650. A Memorial Service will be
celebrated by Reverend Jaroslaw Gamrot at
of Elizabeth Ann (Dolly) Latham whom he
married on April 14, 1951, in St. Josephs
Catholic Church, Morganza, MD. Snooks is
survived by his children: Patsy Latham Still-

Now Available
12:00 p.m. Interment will be celebrated at
a later date.
In Lieu of owers, memorial contribu-
tions may be made to Camp Maria Retreat
Center, 41290 Camp Maria Road, Leon-
ardtown, MD 20650 and Hospice of St.
Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD
20650.
Arrangements by the Brinseld Funeral
Home, P.A.
Condolences to the family may be made
at www.brinseldfuneral.com.
Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown is adding a Cremation Robert Bob Mattei, Sr.
Niche Wall Garden to our meticulously maintained Perpetual Care
Cemetery. We are dedicated to providing a cremation inurnment Robert Bob
Mattei, Sr, 86, of
alternative that honors the memory of your loved one in a beautifully Leonardtown, MD,
crafted stone and granite columbarium wall. Each 12 x 12 niche is formerly from Lo-
available for double or single urn inurnment. cust Grove, VA,
passed away on
A Family and Veteran Owned Business for over 40 Years March 20, 2017 in
Washington, DC.
Born on July 23,
PO Box 427, 26325 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650 1930, he was the son
CharlesMemorialGardens@verizon.net | 301-475-8060 of the late Arilia Clara Mattei and Pasquale
Mattei. Bob was the loving husband of
well (Eddie) of Chaptico, MD, Jim Latham
(Patty Kenney) of Chaptico, MD and Lar-
ry Latham (Debbie) of Hughesville, MD.
Grandchildren: Rick, Joey, Sherri, Jimmy,
Lisa, Frankie, Kristy, Ashley and 16 Great-
Grandchildren. Siblings: Gene Latham of
Chaptico, MD, Joyce Sandidge Jones of
Hollywood, MD, Lorraine Okrie of Leon-
ardtown, MD, Delores Latham of Chaptico,
MD, and Margie Allen of Hollywood, MD.
He was preceded in death by his brothers:
Francis, Joseph, John and Irvin Latham.
Snooks was a lifelong St. Marys County
resident. He was the owner/operator of Har-
rel Batteries for 45 years. Snooks served
in the United States Army from 1954 to
1956 stationed at Fort Bragg, NC and Fort
Devens, MA.
Snooks was a member of the Tractor Club,
St. Marys County and enjoyed coon hunt-
ing, antique cards, walking his farm and
loved talking on the CB. Daddy loved people
and loved to cut up and carry on.
Contributions may be made to Our Lady
of the Wayside Catholic Church Chaptico,
MD. Arrangements provided by the Mat-
tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leon-
ardtown, MD.
Thursday, March 30, 2017 The County Times Legal & Letters 19

A Letter to the Editor n d e r Publication

Date

U the
May
25
u n
To the Editor: user of that same facility will likely be al-
In response to Ford Deans letter defending lowed the same ingress and egress trafc

the proposed development at Rts 235 & 245
in Hollywood, we would like to say we have
great respect for the Dean family and their
representatives in their efforts to bring devel-
opment to Hollywood. We do have many is-
sues with the process and the net result.
In addition to the trafc to be created by the
development, there are 400 to 500 residences
and businesses along Rt 245 Sotterley Rd and
the back end of Vista Rd that use Sotterley Rd
for daily in and out trafc, and there is room
for growth. Sotterley Plantation and Green-
well State Park use Sotterley Rd as well for
in and out trafc, and both will likely grow
in usage.
The benets of the development stated in
the Ford Dean letter are valid and this will
bring water and sewer to the Hollywood in-
tersection at the owners expense.
Our main concern is not the develop-
ment itself, but the trafc patterns that will
result. Yes, there will be improvements on
Sotterley Rd. In addition to the four lanes
described on Sotterley Rd, we will continue
to have delivery vehicle and customer park-
ing on the south shoulder of Sotterley Rd and
still have left turns out of the Burchmart facil-
ity 20 of so before the light, crossing several
lanes. Even with the proposed Burchmart
relocation to the new development, the next
S
patterns.
The second major item is the right in/right
out access proposed on N bound Rt 235. With Reservation
additional truck and now car carriers plus Deadline:
more personal vehicles resulting from the May 15
later proposed car dealership on the remain-
ing eight acres, an even greater number will
use this for ingress and egress. In an effort
to avoid the trafc light congestion created
by the new entrance on Sotterley Rd, many
southbound drivers will now likely exit onto A GREAT ADVERTISING
235 N then cross over two 55 mph (plus) lanes
to make the u-turn at the existing rehouse OPPORTUNITY FOR
intersection to head south, all within 200 or
so. That seems less than safe.
Water Recreation
The Planning Commission turned down Fishing Supplies
this proposal for stated safety reasons related Camping Supplies
to trafc. That is why the developer took the Charter Boats
proposal to the Appeals Board. Summer Camps
In summary, several of us agree that revis-
ing the proposal to use the existing rehouse Festivals
intersection as the major access to the pro-
posed development plus a right in/right out
Concerts
on Sotterley Rd makes more sense. Marinas
The public depends on the State and the and much
County to ensure our trafc safety. We do
not think we are there yet.
more
Thanks,
Mike & Barbara Thompson

For more information contact Jen Stotler

at 301-247-7611 or jen@countytimes.net
County Times
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Tuesday, April 4 at 5:30 PM. This is a general meeting that will address public
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invited to attend.
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20 In Our Community The County Times
The Pier Restaurant
Reopens A Landmark
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
When the iconic Solomons Pier restau-
rant closed down on Solomons Island busi-
nesses and residents felt the loss of an insti-
tution that had been a focal point of tourism
in Calvert.
But now the restaurant, refurbished and
renamed The Pier under new ownership,
has been open since Black Friday of 2016
and is an apparent success.
We wanted it to be clean and open with
a great view of the Patuxent River, said Ja-
nel Baki, one of the restaurants co-owners.
She partnered with two other friends, en-
trepreneurs Don Gordon and Jessie Hall, to
give the old restaurant a new lease on life.
Weve all been in the restaurant busi-
ness for 20 years, Baki said. Its an his-
toric landmark.
It was sad down here to see it closed.
Baki confirmed that one of the major
problems with the aging structure, most of
which is suspended by a pier of the Patux-
ent River, was that the pier had fallen into
disrepair.
The right side of the pier was buckling,
Baki said, adding that the owners of the
Hospital Celebrates National
Doctors Day March 30
MedStar St. Marys Hospital celebrates
medical staff in commemoration of Nation-
al Doctors Day Thursday, March 30.
Our doctors steadfast dedication to
their patients and their profession is vital
to our community, said Stephen Michaels,
MD, chief operating officer and chief medi-
cal officer, MedStar St. Marys Hospital.
We look forward to this time when we rec-
ognize all our medical staff for their hard
work and personal sacrifices.
The annual appreciation celebration,
hosted by the MedStar St. Marys Hospital
Board of Directors, will include a breakfast,
special gift and proclamations from the St.
Marys County Board of Commissioners
and the Leonardtown Commissioners.
As we take a moment to shine the spot-
light on the many incredible doctors work-
Thursday, March 30, 2017
building had affected repairs. They drove
new pilings.
Their menu focuses on providing fresh
seafood and other meals with simplicity
and quality being the goals, Baki said.
But the food is also sophisticated; the
menu has fries available as an appetizer but
with truffle oil and parmesan cheese added.
Were big on fresh foods with
lots of salads, Baki said. Well be
changing our menu in about a month,
just trying to see what people like.
We want to keep the meals simple and
fresh.
Businesses, even restaurants on the is-
land, have been helpful with their new
opening, Baki said.
Its been wonderful, she said. Weve
had great local support.
The other businesses have been great
theyve been telling people to come and try
us out.
guyleonard@countytimes.net
ing in our county, we ask you to think about
those who have made a difference in your
life or the lives of your family and friends,
said Barbara Thompson, chair of the Med-
Star St. Marys Hospital Board of Direc-
tors. Consider reaching out to thank them
through the hospitals Salute Your Care-
giver program.
Currently, 80 percent of the doctors af-
filiated with MedStar St. Marys Hospital
work only at our hospital. Visit MedStarSt-
Marys.Org/Ways-To-Give/Doctors-Day to
send your doctor kind words and/or make
a donation to honor him or her.
From Jennifer Greene,
MedStar Media Relations
Thursday, March 30, 2017
Celebrate Spring in D.C. with The
National Cherry Blossom Festival
The National Cherry Blossom Festival,
the nations greatest springtime celebration,
began March 15, and continues through
April 16, 2017. This years Festivalwill be-
gan five days earlier at the Tidal Basin Wel-
come Area and ANA Performance Stage in
order to coincide with the blooming period.
The 2017 Festival is where DC, our region
and nation unite to welcome spring and
celebrate the 105th anniversary of Tokyos
gift of cherry blossom trees through shared
experiences that showcase traditional arts
and culture, our natural world and a vibrant
community. This year marks the 90th an-
niversary of the first Festival.
The Opening Ceremony, on Saturday,
March 25 at the Warner Theatre, featured
world-class talent from the U.S. and Japan
to welcome spring and celebrate the anni-
versary of the gift of trees.
The National Cherry Blossom Festival
Parade presented by Events DC is on Sat-
urday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon, and
the delayed telecast airs from noon - 2 p.m.
on ABC7/WJLA. The Parade marches
down Constitution Avenue with exciting
performances, celebrity entertainment,
lavish floats, giant helium balloons, dance
troupes, and more.
Additional signature events and pre-
mier events of the 2017 calendar include
the Blossom Kite Festival on Saturday,
April 1, the Southwest Waterfront Fire-
works Festival presented by Harris Teeter
on Saturday, April 15, the Sakura Matsuri
Japanese Street Festival produced by The
Japan-America Society of Washington DC
on Saturday, April 8, the Anacostia River
Festival produced by the 11th Street Bridge
Park on Sunday, April 9, Events DC pres-
ents Cherry Blast on Friday, April 14.
The County Times
More than 40 participating organizations
offer programming throughout the Festi-
val, including rare and renowned arts and
culture at institutions. Tour Providers offer
multiple ways to tour the blossoms by bike,
foot, and boat.
Throughout the annual City in Bloom
campaign, iconic buildings and transporta-
tion hubs light in pink to celebrate the Fes-
tival. Area businesses, organizations and
individuals spread the spirit of the Festival
by using bright pink blossom decals on
cars, storefronts, windows, and more. The
Hotel Program, in conjunction with Desti-
nationDC, provides Festival-inspired guest
packages for visitors. Through the Festi-
vals Cherry Picks Restaurant Program
with Restaurant Association Metropolitan
Washington, more than 60 restaurants offer
spring-inspired menus.
Visit Festival headquarters at Union Sta-
tion, open March 13-April 19, for free in-
formation about events and programs and
official merchandise. The Tidal Basin Wel-
come Center and ANA Performance Stage,
in conjunction with the National Park Ser-
vice, is located near the paddle boats at the
Tidal Basin and offers free performances
daily from March 15 April 2.
Visitors and residents are encouraged
to bike, walk, or use public transporta-
tion whenever possible. Visit goDCgo.
com to explore an interactive map and
learn about your transportation options.
Visit nationalcherryblossomfestival.org for
more information.
From The National Cherry
BlossomFestival
In Our Community
Sheriffs Office Welcomes
Newest Member
Sheriff Tim Cameron announces a new
member to the St. Marys County Sher-
iffs Office family: a 15-month-old Dutch
Shepherd, Brix, which has been assigned to
work with Deputy First Class Lacey John-
son. Brix was imported from Slovakia.
Johnson and Brix are in a 16-week basic
K-9 handler course that started in February.
After the completion of the course, John-
son and Brix will become certified in Patrol
and Narcotics Detection.
The K-9 Unit is an integral part of the
agency, helping patrol deputies on the
Lacey Johnson and Brix
4th Annual Spring Craft Show
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood
Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring
a Spring Craft Show on Sunday, April 9,
2017. The Craft Show will be open to the
public from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM for
shopping and browsing. There is no charge
for admittance to the Craft Show or for
parking on the spacious paved parking lot.
Because this is an indoor show, no pets are
allowed.
There are over ninety Craft Vendors who
will be participating in the Craft Show.
The Craft Show Vendor spaces are full.
The Vendors are coming from St. Marys,
Calvert, Charles, Prince Georges, Mont-
gomery, Harford and Wicomico Counties
as well as some from Virginia. The Ven-
dors will have a variety of merchandise on
display to sell. You can find something for
every room in your home and garage, as
well as for children and adults. Some of
the merchandise the Vendors have indicat-
ed they will have include: many types of
floral decorations, ceramics, pottery, glass,
lights of many styles, food items such as
cookies, cupcakes, jams & jellies, jewelry,
scarves, wooden and metal ornaments &
decorations and signs for inside and out-
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streets: detecting explosives and narcot-
ics, searching for missing persons and ap-
prehending fleeing criminals, said Sheriff
Cameron. The teams are a valuable law
enforcement tool that saves lives and helps
to improve the overall efficiency of our
agency.
Johnson has been employed with the
sheriffs office since 2013 and was previ-
ously assigned to the Patrol Division.
The decision to become a member
of the K-9 unit is not one that should be
taken lightly, said Captain Steve Hall. It
is a commitment that comes with respon-
sibility, both on and off duty. It has been
a real pleasure to watch Lacey to work so
diligently and reach her goal of becoming
a K-9 handler.
With the new team in place, the sheriffs
office now fields five K-9 teams who train
weekly to maintain their craft. The K-9
Unit is led by International Police Work
Dog Association (IPWDA) Master Trainer
Sgt. Todd Fleenor. The K-9 teams are certi-
fied in Patrol and Narcotics Detection and
are used to conduct building searches, to
assist with evidence recovery, to track sus-
pects, to detect narcotics and to apprehend
violent offenders. The unit also has two
single-purpose canines trained in explosive
detection.
All teams are required to certify annu-
ally through IPWDA.
From Jennifer Stone, St. Marys County
Sheriffs Office PIO
side, paintings, photography, baskets,
dips, quilts, various crochet, embroidery,
knit and sewn items, paper designs, doll
clothes, bath & body products, embroidery,
hair accessories, candles, home dcor, NFL
items , baby & childrens accessories, en-
graving, jerky, items for your 4-footed pets,
and much, much more.
Easter, First Communion, Mothers Day,
Fathers Day and Graduation event celebra-
tions will all be here soon. With so much to
choose from at the Spring Craft Show, you
can surely find that one of a kind, unique
item, as the perfect gift for that special
someone on your list.
The Hollywood VFD Ladies Auxiliary
will have the kitchen open with several
food items for sale including stuffed ham
and chicken salad sandwiches. There will
be a dining area available to sit down and
rest while you eat. Stuffed ham will also be
available for purchase by the pound.
There will also be a raffle for a $300.00
Visa Gift Card and a bake table with a vari-
ety of tasty homemade goodies for sale. All
proceeds from the Craft Show will benefit
the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department.
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Community Calendar
Thursday, March 30
Free Tax Preparation And Electronic Filing
Church of the Ascension, 21641 Great Mills
Road, Lexington Park, Maryland
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
The AARP Tax-Aide program is providing
free walk-in tax preparation and electronic
filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers,
with special attention paid to those ages 60
and older, at the Church of the Ascension,
21641 Great Mills Road, Lexington Park,
MD. Taxpayers do not need to be a mem-
ber of AARP. Taxpayers must bring their
SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS and picture
IDs, as well as a copy of their 2015 tax re-
turns and all income and tax related infor-
mation including names, SOCIAL SECU-
RITY CARDS, and birth dates for every-
one who will be listed on the return. Tax-
payers must also bring health care benefits
and insurance information, including Form
1095-A if health insurance was obtained
through the Marketplace or Exchange. We
are not able to prepare tax returns involv-
ing businesses, farms, rental properties,
or partnerships. Additional information is
available at: smctaxaide.org.
Friday, March 31
Fish Dinner, All you can Eat
St George Catholic Church, 19199 St
George Church Rd, Valley Lee, MD
4:30 PM-6:30 PM
Suggested Donation $10.00; POC Brian
Werring 240-925-5668
7th District Optimist Club Drive Thru
Fish & Chips Dinner
7th District Optimist Club Park 21860
Colton Point Rd
5:00 PM-7:00 PM
$10.00
Every Friday during Lent!
The Addams Family Musical (Dinner
and a Show)
Leonardtown High School
5:00 PM-9:00 PM
The Dinner and a Show is only offered for
the April 1st 7:00 pm show. Dinner will be
served at 5:00 pm and tickets will be re-
served for the 7:00 pm show. Dinner will
include Olive Garden spaghetti, salad,and
bread. Dessert and beverages will also be
provided. Tickets are limited and require
advance purchase by March 28th. The Ad-
dams Family Musical is a must see event!
Tickets can be purchased online at www.
lhstheatre.org or at the door. Adults are
$8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students.
Womens Empowerment Mixer
Stardust Lounge, 26130 Three Notch Rd.,
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
This is a free event that will focus on
womens education, finance, fitness, health,
mental and physical health and real estate.
There will be guest speakers to focus on
each. Light hors doeuvres will be served
with a cash bar. Afterwards we will party
with our own female deejay, DJLeggz from
9pm -1:30am for $10. ALL ARE WEL-
COME! For more information go to our
Facebook page at Stardust Lounge, email
us at partywithstardust@gmail.com or call
240-309-4034 and leave a message.
The County Times
Fish Fry Jr Optimist Club of
Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge 27636 Me-
chanicsville Rd , Mechanicsville MD20659
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Jr Optimist Club is Hosting a Fish Fry at
the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge / Dance
& Lessons 7-10 pm
Dine In or Carry Out $15
Children 6 & under $6
All proceed go to Jr Optimist ( kids help-
ing Kids)
Northern Tri-Ms Battle of the Bands
Mary Harrison Center, 2950 Chaneyville
Rd Owings, Maryland 20736
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Join SMYOC Pops and other groups for a
fun night of local bands showing off their
musical talents! Tri-M, a music honor so-
ciety working toward promoting music in
the community, is hosting its second an-
nual battle of the bands competition at
Northern High School. This event benefits
further community service projects that the
society runs. Fun for all ages, bands will
be playing a variety of music types in or-
der to show what theyve got. Tickets are
$5 at the door. See www.facebook.com/
events/429274707410157/ for more info.
5th Annual Knockouts Beer Pong
Tournament
Hollywood Firehouse Bingo Hall
7:00 PM
The Knockouts softball team are hosting
their 5th annual Beer Pong Tournament.
This event has a great turnout every year!
Come out, meet new people, and have a
great time. $30 Per team, double elimina-
tion, beer provided for game play, byob
after elimination, must be 21 to play, cash
prize for 1st &2nd place, raffles, music &
snacks provided
TEXT / CALL 240-434-6193 OR do so via
our FACEBOOK event:www.facebook.
com.events/730211697146163/
Saturday, April 1
All you can eat Shrimp Feast From
Thompsons Seafood Catering
St. Pauls Parish (Baden)
13500 Baden Westwood Rd.
4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Tickets - Adults: Advance - $25.00 (at the
door $30.00)
Children: 7-12 yrs. $10.00; 6 and Under -
FREE. Bake Shoppe, 50-50 Raffle (Need
not be Present to Win)
For Reservations/Questions Contact:
Wanda - 301-888-9217 or Mary Jane
- 301-579-2230
Wills, Living Trusts, and Reverse
Mortgages
Villages at Wildewood Clubhouse, 23154
Wetstone Lane, California Maryland.
10:00 am - Noon
Beginning in April on the first Saturday of
each month, the Villages at Wildewood, a pri-
vate adult community, is offering free topical
seminars to the general public.
Local attorney Robert Burke will provide
a brief presentation on What You Always
Wanted to Know about Wills and Living
Trusts. Following Mr. Burkes presentation,
Robbie Loker, a reverse mortgage consultant
with Primary Residential Mortgage will talk
about, Reverse Mortgages, Are They Too
Good to be True?
To reserve your seat, please call 301-737-0001.
To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email zach@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
Christ Church Chaptico Yard Sale
37497 Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico, MD
8:00 AM - 12 noon
Clothes, furniture, toys, home goods and
much more!
Table rentals available for $10.00, contact
Parish Hall to reserve CALL 301-884-3451!
Fantasy Nightsponsored by Mechan-
icsville Optimist Club
Holy Angels Hall, 21333 Colton Point
Road, Avenue, MD 20609
6:00 AM-12 Noon
Ticket cost is $130.00 for 2 people.
This is the 32nd Annual Fantasy Night
event. Come enjoy a night out with a buffet
Dinner by Rita B, Dancing to the Out Of
Order band and Open Bar with the chance
to win cash prizes. For tickets send a check
to: Mechanicsville Optimist Club, PO Box
301, Mechanicsville, MD 20659
For information e-mail Colleen Coombs at
colleeng2.cc@gmail.com or Mechanicsvil-
leoptimist@yahoo.com
Optimist Clubs are non-profit organization
to help the youth of the Community.
Patuxent Habitat for Humanity Warrior
5K Fun Run/Walk
John Baggett Park 26929 Three Notch Rd,
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Warrior Fun Run~ to benefit Patuxent Hab-
itat for Humanity Veteran Critical Repair
Program.Rain or shine! $35 by March 15
$40 after. Visit www.patuxenthabitat.org/
home
2nd Annual 5K Trail Run
Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane,
Hollywood, MD 20636
8:30 AM-11:00 AM
Fulfill those New Year Resolutions and
run/walk Sotterleys 5-plus miles of trails!
Runners check-in will be at 8:30 AM with
the race beginning at 9:30. Participants can
either walk or run the 5K, which will take
place along some of Sotterleys recently
expanded trail system. What an awesome
way to see all of what Sotterley has to offer!
$35 Registration Opens February 15, 2017
at 3:59pm EST Additional race information
can be found at www.sotterley.org\5K-fam-
ily-fun-day.htm.
Myrtle Point Park Cleanup
Myrtle Point Park, Patuxent Blvd.,
California
9:00 AM-12 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 beach picnic area where we will have
a sign in sheet. Here you will get your as-
signment, trash bags, and work gloves. It
is advisable to wear sturdy work clothes
and sturdy shoes and protective eyewear.
If you have a group interested in helping
please contact us in advance by calling Bob
at 410-394-1300; Email: bobboxwell@hot-
mail.com. Additional Contact Information:
Dudley Lindsley at 301-475-1858, Email:
dlindsley@verizon.net. Volunteer registra-
tion is required.
ation & Parks Scholarship Program which
Thursday, March 30, 2017
Craft & Vendor Spring Fair
45245 Drayden Rd, Valley Lee, MD 20692
9:00 AM-2:00 PM
Home made jewelry, flower arrangements,
quilts, paintings, country crafts, crocheted
items, various vendors, baked goods, and
more!
Stuffed ham sandwiches, and great food for
sale!
50/50 Raffle
Reserve a space for $25.00
For more information: Call Darlene at 240-
434-1095 After 4:00 p.m. Proceeds from
this fundraiser & other fundraisers are to
benefit the Valley Lee 2nd District Volun-
teer Fire Department & Rescue Squad to
continue to keep our community safe.
Sponsored by the 2nd District VFD & RS
Auxiliary.
Point Lookout Lighthouse Open House
Point Lookout State Park
10:00 AM-2:00 PM
The Point Lookout Lighthouse Preserva-
tion Society will welcome visitors to the
Point Lookout Lighthouse, located in the
Point Lookout State Park in Scotland, MD.
Docents from the Point Lookout Light-
house Preservation Society will be on hand
to answer your questions. No charge to en-
ter the lighthouse, however standard park
entrance fees apply. Donations greatly ap-
preciated, 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 e-mail us at: volun-
teer@pllps.org
Easter Egg Festival
St. Marys County Fairgrounds
11:30 AM-4:00 PM
Get a jump start on the Easter season at the
34th annual Easter Egg Festival. Hosted
by the St. Marys County Department of
Recreation & Parks, The Easter Egg Fes-
tival has become a staple of the Southern
Maryland community each Spring and fea-
tures egg hunts for children up to 12 years
of age, photos with the Easter Bunny, live
entertainment, free arts and crafts, egg
decorating contest, face painting and goods
and services for sale by local area vendors.
Carnival games with prizes will be avail-
able at an additional cost. For a $5.00 fee,
attendees can participate in the egg hunt,
have a photo taken with Mr. or Mrs. Bunny,
participate in recreational activities, and
enjoy free face painting and crafts. Photog-
raphy will be provided by Lifetouch pho-
tography. Kids can also meet Superheroes
and participate in a BMX course or Tennis
Demonstration. Food and beverages will
be available for separate purchase. Tickets
can be purchased in advance at the Recre-
ation & Parks main office MondayFriday
8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. Recreation and Parks
is excited to announce title sponsorship by
Dr. Amit Khanna and Patuxent Dental.
Space is still available for local vendors to
participate. Donations and sponsorships
continue to be sought. Please call for addi-
tional information and details.
Net proceeds from the Easter Egg Festival,
along with the Scott Verbic Memorial Golf
Tournament, are used to fund the Recre-
provides qualified individual applicants an
opportunity to participate in an activity at
a 50% prorated amount of the registration
fee.
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STEM Open House

Stachelczyk STEM Center, 43883 Air-
port View Dr., Hollywood, MD 20636
12 Noon-4:00 PM
Come and check out the home of FIRST
Team 836, The RoboBees!! We will have
hands-on STEM activities for the kids,
robot demonstrations and facility tours.
Our team members will teach and help the
kids build and launch paper rockets, make
Gak and other STEM related activities. We
will be looking to add new members this
spring for the 2017-2018 season. We have
programs for students in 4th through 12th
grade. If your student is interested in ro-
bots, mechanical, programming, photogra-
phy, videography, writing and just having
fun, take a few minutes to come by and
check out the Stachelczyk STEM Center!
Sunday, April 2
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
St. Marys County Elks Lodge #2092
9:00 AM-12 Noon
All You Can Eat Breakfast with the Eas-
ter Bunny. Menu includes made to order
omelets, waffles, scrambled eggs, cream
chipped beef, biscuits and sausage gravy,
bacon, sausage, home fries, juice, coffee
and fruit. We will have 2 egg hunts for chil-
dren ages 10 and under (please bring your
own Easter basket), one at 9:15 a.m., and
one at 11:15 a.m. Adults are $10, children
under 10 are $8.
Dont forget to bring you camera to get a
picture of the kids with the Easter Bunny!
Address is 45779 Fire Department Lane,
Lexington Park, MD 20653. For more info,
call 301-863-7800.
Inaugural 5K Fun Run/Walk
16040 Woodlawn Drive, Ridge, MD 20680
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
The SkillsUSA chapter at the Dr. James
A. Forrest Career and Technology Center
is hosting a 5K Fun Run/Walk on Sun-
day, April 2, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. The event
takes place at Woodlawn, which is located
at 16040 Woodlawn Drive, Ridge, MD
20680. Runners of all ages are invited to
participate. The cost to register is $25 for
ages 6-adult. Children 5 and younger are
free. There are discounts for running club
Tuesday, April 4
Free Tax Preparation And Electronic Filing
Church of the Ascension, 21641 Great Mills
Road, Lexington Park, Maryland
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
The AARP Tax-Aide program is providing
free walk-in tax preparation and electronic
filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers,
with special attention paid to those ages 60
and older, at the Church of the Ascension,
21641 Great Mills Road, Lexington Park,
MD. Taxpayers do not need to be a mem-
ber of AARP. Taxpayers must bring their
SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS and picture
IDs, as well as a copy of their 2015 tax re-
turns and all income and tax related infor-
mation including names, SOCIAL SECU-
RITY CARDS, and birth dates for every-
one who will be listed on the return. Tax-
payers must also bring health care benefits
and insurance information, including Form
1095-A if health insurance was obtained
background knowledge in fundraising for
through the Marketplace or Exchange. We
are not able to prepare tax returns involv-
ing businesses, farms, rental properties,
or partnerships. Additional information is
available at: smctaxaide.org.
Nature Discovery Time at Greenwell
Foundation
Greenwell Foundation, 25420 Rosedale
Manor Lane Hollywood, Maryland 20636
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Give your child the chance to discover the
Road, Lexington Park, Maryland
joys of the natural world with new friends!
You and your child are invited to meet us
at the Greenwell Foundation, every Tues-
day morning, for outdoor discoveries and
learning, from September to May.
Rain, snow or sunshine! Up to 6 years old
Registration not required. Children attend
with their adult.
We may be walking up to a half-mile and
back so we can explore and learn from
different habitats. All trails are stroller ac-
cessible. Greenwell Foundation located at
Greenwell State Park.
25420 Rosedale Manor Lane
Hollywood, Maryland 20636
$5 per child (free for children 2 and under)
Registration not required. Children attend
with their adult
Community
MCCC: Adding a Sense of Depth to Your
Photos-Patty Hankins
Southern Maryland Higher Education
Center
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Presented by St. Marys County Camera
Club. Patty will speak about how to cre-
ate a sense of three dimensions in a two
dimensional photograph; including tips
for composition in the field and in post-
processing. Patty is a nature and landscape
photographer in the Washington DC area.
She has been creating and selling flower
photographs for over ten years.
Thursday, April 6
Fundraising Fundamentals
CSM Leonardtown, C Building, Room 205
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
Learn the basics with this introduction to
fundraising. This course is designed for
a nonprofit staff member with little to no
the nonprofit organization. This course will
introduce the basics of fundraising, the
importance of planning and communica-
tion, and its significance in the mission of
the nonprofit. This course will include such
topics as: introduction to fundraising, and
steps in building an effective fundraising
program.
Free Tax Preparation And Electronic Filing
Church of the Ascension, 21641 Great Mills
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Calendar
The AARP Tax-Aide program is providing
free walk-in tax preparation and electronic
filing for low-to middle-income taxpayers,
with special attention paid to those ages 60
and older, at the Church of the Ascension,
21641 Great Mills Road, Lexington Park,
MD. Taxpayers do not need to be a mem-
ber of AARP. Taxpayers must bring their
SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS and picture
IDs, as well as a copy of their 2015 tax re-
turns and all income and tax related infor-
mation including names, SOCIAL SECU-
RITY CARDS, and birth dates for every-
one who will be listed on the return. Tax-
payers must also bring health care benefits
and insurance information, including Form
1095-A if health insurance was obtained
through the Marketplace or Exchange. We
are not able to prepare tax returns involv-
ing businesses, farms, rental properties,
or partnerships. Additional information is
available at: smctaxaide.org.
Am. Legion Post 221 Meeting
AL Post 221; 21690 Colton Point Rd; Av-
enue, MD
8:00 PM-9:00 PM
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 8:00pm. Visit our website
at www.alpost221.webs.com/ or e-mail us
at alpost221@aol.com. Call (301) 884-4071
for more information. Tell them you saw
the announcement on the SoMd Internet
Calendar

members or group sign-ups. Event t-shirts
cost $15. Prizes will be awarded for cat-
egory winners based on age and gender:
juniors age 5-12, students age 13-18, adults
age 19-49 and masters age 49+. Proceeds
from the event will benefit the Juvenile
Diabetes Foundation and the Forrest Cen-
ters SkillsUSA chapter, which is among
the most successful in the state. To partici-
pate in the event, go to the Forrest Centers
website at: schools.smcps.org/tech/ and
click on the REGISTER for the run link.
The event may be recorded and presented
on SMCPS Channel 96, the school systems
cable channel, and the Internet. For more
information, contact Michael Towne at
mstowne@smcps.org or Bonnie Skinner at
bjskinner@smcps.org.
The Addams Family Musical Final
Performance
Leonardtown High School
3:00 PM-5:00 PM
The Addams Family Musical is a must see
event! Tickets can be purchased online at
www.lhstheatre.org or at the door. Adults
are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students.
Wednesday, April 5
Disabled American Veterans Meeting
The VFW in California, MD
7:00 PM
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
and its Auxiliary (DAVA) of Chapter #
26, St Marys County will hold the April
monthly meeting on at the VFW in Califor-
nia Md. Please join us and meet your new
slate of Chapter Officers for 2017 /2018.
The DAV is an organization of men and
women dedicated to a single purpose: Ful-
filling the promises to the men and women
who served lead high quality lives with
dignity. Please join us !!
Its Great To Be A Lion
The Olde Breton Inn
6:30 PM
Its Great To Be A Lion will be the theme
of a Friendship/Charter Night to welcome
prospective new members. All those inter-
ested in learning why Its Great To Be A
Lion are welcome to attend. For reserva-
tions or more information , contact Lion
George Kirby 240-577-0029
24 Calendars The County Times Thursday, March 30, 2017

Going On Library Calendar

In Entertainment Author Fair
Lexington Park Library will hold
Pokmon Trainers Club
Leonardtown Library will hold
the St. Marys County Library Au- Pokmon Trainers Club on Tuesday,
thor Fair on Saturday, April 1. Come April 11 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. All
together and learn with local and as- ages. Do you have what it takes to be
Thursday, March 30 piring authors. There will be presen- the very best? Bring your games and/
tations from local authors, a writing or your cards and prepare to battle
Dylan Gavin Scarlet Plus DJ workshop, and an information session against other Pokmon trainers! You
The Ruddy Duck, Solomons The Brass Rail Sports on self-publishing. Spend the day dis- can also make some Pokmon but-
7:00 PM You name the dance tune and Scarlet covering new authors and learning tons to take home, take turns playing a
ruddyduckbrewery.com Plus Entertainment will play it for how to get started in the writing indus- retro Pokmon game, and maybe make
you! Join the fun bunch at The Brass try. Presentations by local authors will some friends (or rivals....) along the
Trivia Rail and learn the hot dance steps! be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Char- way. No Registration required.
Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 8:00 PM Midnight acter: Or, Who You Are in the Dark,
8:30 PM presented by Jennifer Cognard-Black Minecraft Challenge
www.anthonysdunkirk.com will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Lexington Park Library will hold
Tuesday, April 4 Self-Publishing with Ingram Spark,
presented by Doug Voss will be held
Minecraft Challenge on Wednesday,
April 12 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 31 Ben Connelly
from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. More informa-
tion is available on www.stmalib.org.
Can you think on your feet, use cre-
ativity and complete the challenge?
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Come play Minecraft with us and find
Scarlet Plus Entertainment Solomons Microsoft Office: out! Well be taking on a new chal-
The Brass Rail Sports Bar 6:00-9:00 PM
anglers-seafood.com
Introduction to Word lenge for each session. Must be able to
Karaoke & DJ all evening! New Ka- Charlotte Hall Library will hold use a mouse and single-key keyboard
raoke Songs for you to try! a Microsoft Office: Introduction to commands, and know how to play
8:00 PM Midnight Survey Says Word class on Tuesday, April 4 from Minecraft (we will not be using the tu-
Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lexington Park will torial). Ages 7-11; registration required
Dominic Fragman 7:00 PM hold a Microsoft Office: Introduction on www.stmalib.org.
The Ruddy Duck, Solomons www.anthonysdunkirk.com to Word class on Wednesday, April 5
8:00 PM from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Learn how Intermediate Excel for
ruddyduckbrewery.com
Wednesday, April 5
to open, create, format, print, and save Business
documents using Microsoft Word Leonardtown Library will hold
Karaoke 2013. Prerequisite: Basic skills in us- Intermediate Excel for Business on
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, ing the mouse & keyboard. Adult Wednesday, April 12 from 5:30 p.m.
Wild Card Trivia
Solomons computer classes are limited to ages 16 to 7:30 p.m. Learn to create & use an
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
9:00 PM-1:00 AM and up. Registration required on www. Excel spreadsheet with applications
Solomons
anglers-seafood.com stmalib.org. for business, including subtotals and
7:00-9:00 PM
anglers-seafood.com data analysis. Adult computer classes
DJ Ray
Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk
Master Gardeners Plant are limited to ages 16 and up. Registra-
9:00 PM Clinics tion required on www.stmalib.org.
www.anthonysdunkirk.com Thursday, April 6 Have questions about growing
vegetables, soil conditions, mystery Library Holiday Closings
Trivia insects, invasive weeds, or heirloom All three branches of the St. Marys
Saturday, April 1 Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk plants? Ask a Master Gardener at this
free plant clinic. Stop by the table in
County Library will be closed on Fri-
day, April 14 in observance of Good
8:30 PM
www.anthonysdunkirk.com the library lobby with your plant sam- Friday. All branches will be open reg-
Cowboy Crossing ples and questions. ular business hours on Saturday, April
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, Lexington Park Library 1st 15. Lexington Park Library will be
Randy Nelson
Solomons and 3rd Tuesdays from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. closed on Sunday, April 16 in obser-
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
8:00 PM - Midnight (starts April 18) vance of Easter. All branches will be
Solomons
anglers-seafood.com Leonardtown Library 2nd open regular business hours Monday,
7:00-10:00 PM
anglers-seafood.com and 4th Tuesdays from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. April 17.
Luck of the Draw Dart (starts April 11)
Tournament Charlotte Hall Library 1st and Storytime at Greenwell
Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk
3:00 PM
3rd Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
(starts April 15)
State Park
Come to a storytime on Saturday,
Open to public. $5.00 entry fee. April 15 at 10 a.m. at Greenwell State
www.anthonysdunkirk.com Park (25420 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hol-
lywood, MD 20636). Stories, rhymes,
songs, and activities for children ages
2-5 with their adult caregivers, at
Greenwell State Park! Feel free to bring
a picnic lunch for afterwards! Siblings
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St. Marys Department of Aging Lofer Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 1658
Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050

Programs and Activities

Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
Visit www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information

Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Marys County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. OConnor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services

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number 1-800-447-8477, which is the De-
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caller may use various tactics to obtain or
verify the individuals personal informa-
tion such as Medicare numbers, bank ac-
count information, etc. Anyone who has
fallen victim to this scam or has received a
phone call from this number may report it
to 1-800-447-8477.
Dental Care Available
Health Share of St. Marys, Inc., is ac-
cepting applications from those in need of
basic dental care such as exams and clean-
ings. To be eligible the household income
for one person must be less than $2,010
per month and $2,707 for two persons.
A $50 fee will apply at the time services
are rendered and are provided in a mobile
dental van located in Lexington Park. Ap-
plications are accepted at the St. Marys
County Department of Social Services
Leonardtown and Lexington Park ofces,
St. Marys County Department of Aging
& Human Services, and Access Health in
Lexington Park. To learn more call 301-
475-4200, ext. *1654.
Living Well: Take Charge of
Your Health
Improve your life even while dealing
with a chronic health condition. This is an
evidence-based program that was devel-
oped by Stanford University to help people
with chronic conditions take charge of
their life by developing self-management
skills, including dealing with depression
and fatigue, pain management, working
with health care providers and more. The
Northern Senior Activity will be offering
this series on Mondays, April 3, 10, 17, 24,
and May 1 and 8, from 12:30-3 p.m. There
is no charge for taking this class; however,
a commitment to regular attendance is
needed for good results. To sign up for this
series, visit our signup table or call 301-
475-4200, ext. *3101.
plenty of court time to develop the con-
dence needed to compete against interme-
diate and advanced players. Your love for
the game starts now! Cost is $32. Payment
is due at the time of reservation. Registra-
tion opens March 6. To learn more, call
301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Yellow Door
Intergenerational Art Class
On Monday April 10 at 1:30 p.m., Yellow
Door Art Studios is offering a special art
class for the Garvey Senior Activity Cen-
ter that encourages seniors to bring along a
grandchild or a child close to you to join in
on an intergenerational art project. Spring
break will be here before you know it for
the grandkids and little ones! Start their
week off with a little time with you. The
painting theme is April Showers Bring
May Flowers. Cost is $15 a person. Please
call the Garvey Senior Activity Center at
301-475-4200, ext. *1050 for more infor-
mation and to reserve your spot.
The Kennedy Center Theater
Trip: The Sound of Music
Join us as we travel to the Kennedy
Center Theater for the award winning mu-
sical The Sound of Music and dine at the
Kingbird restaurant in The Watergate Ho-
tel beforehand. The bus will leave Garvey
Senior Activity Center at 9 a.m. and North-
ern Senior Activity Center at 9:30 a.m. We
will return to the Garvey Center around
7:30 p.m. The cost is $165/pp. To sign up
call, 301-475-4200, *1050. Payment can be
made at any county senior activity center.
Pickleball for Experienced
Players
The Monday/Wednesday sessions are
for those players who are familiar with the
rules of the game. Sign up for Mondays or
Wednesdays, or both days. Payment of $32
per session is due at the time of reservation.
Over 250,000 Southern Marylanders cant be wrong!
Registration is now open for either ses-
sion. The Monday session begins on Ap.3
and goes through May 22. The Wednesday
session begins on Apr. 5 and goes through
May 24. Both groups are held at Leonard
Hall Recr. Center, 8-10 a.m. To learn more,
call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
AARP Safe-Driving Class
The next AARP Safe-Driving course
will be held at the Lofer Senior Activ-
ity Center on Wednesday, April 19, from
9 a.m.-2 p.m. (with an hour lunch break at
11:30 a.m.). This program includes empha-
sis on roundabouts, pavement markings,
stop-sign compliance, red-light running,
and safety issues such as speeding, seat belt
and turn signal use. Cost is $15 for AARP
members, $20 for non-members, payable to
AARP on the day of class. Pre-registration
is required and can be accomplished by
calling 301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or stop
by the registration desk at Lofer. If you
wish to order a lunch from the center, the
cost is $6 if you are under 60 and by dona-
tion for those 60+ years of age. Lunch can
be ordered at the same time you register for
the class.
Patriotic Musical
Presentation
Enjoy a patriotic salute to the Armed
Forces and sing along to old favorites like
This Land Is Your Land, Youre a Grand Old
Flag, and Yankee Doodle when the Chopti-
con High School Bravehouse Triple Threat
Performance Troupe comes to the Lofer
Senior Activity Center on Thursday, April 27
at 12:30 p.m. to offer this free performance.
This show will also feature a bit of jazz! Call
301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or stop by the re-
ception desk to sign up or for more informa-
tion. Senior Activity Center programs are
available to those 50 years of age and older,
unless otherwise noted. Please see the recep-
tionist for the criteria for participation.
Social Contract Bridge
There is an informal, social contract
bridge group meeting at the Garvey Senior
Activity Center on the 2nd and 4th Friday
of every month from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. In-
terested players must be familiar with the
game and be able to keep score. To sign up,
call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Lunch Bunch at
Boomerangs Ribs
Would you like to have lunch with a
group of (age 50+) friends? Once a month,
Lunch Bunch meets at a different restau-
rant where individual checks are requested.
April Lunch Bunch will meet at Boomer-
angs Ribs in Solomons Island on Tuesday,
April 25, at 11:15 a.m. Call your BFF, then
call Shellie at 301-475-4200, ext. *1655, so
we can reserve your seats.
New at Northern: Coloring
Group
Do you like to color in adult coloring
books? Adult coloring books are a fun
way to keep focused mind while relaxing
and enjoying the nostalgia of coloring. The
Northern Senior Activity Center has a new
coloring group program that is meeting on
the rst Wednesday of the month from 1-2
p.m. The next meeting is on Wednesday,
April 5. Bring your colored pencils, mark-
ers, and coloring books/pages to enjoy
working on your projects with friends. If
you are interested in learning more about
this program call us at 301-475-4200, ext.
*3103.

CSM Wellness Clinic

The College of Southern Marylands
Nursing Program will provide a free well-
ness clinic at the Northern Senior Activity
Center on Thursday, April 6, from 9-11:30
a.m. Health checks include blood pressure,
height and weight, heart rate, and memory
assessment. Presentations include topics
such as Bladder Health, Anxiety Disorders
and Coping Mechanisms, Arthritis, and
Allergies vs. Cold. Drop-ins are welcome;
prior sign up is not required.
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I need a dog whisperer; someone who
can tell me what Mindy is thinking when
she wakes me up at 2:30 in the morning
every morning. You would normally think
that she wants to go potty. I normally think
that. But Mindy has other ideas. The 2:30
a.m. wake-up mommie routine goes like
this: Mindy starts to rustle in her luxuri-
ous two blanket bed area near our bed one
of said blankets was my fuzzy, comfort,
security blanket that she slowly comman-
deered. I gradually wake up to then hear
her padding past my husbands side of the
bed to come all the way around to my side.
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stop and the Excedrin to start. All of sudden
I notice that while facebook has taken me
away like Calgon used to, that it is 6:30 and
Mindy has come back out of the bedroom
and is ready for her breakfast. Her morn-
ing routine after that takes over and I have
started yet another sleep-deprivedday.
On the times that Mindy actually leaves
the bedroom with me at 2:30 a.m. I think,
Good she will go quick and I can get back
to bed quickly, so I go down to the door
open it and say, Okay Mindy go outside
and go potty. Mindy will have none of it.
hanging over the side, or a soft jump and She will stand at the top of the steps and
BAP, BAP, BAP with her paw. Sometimes, stare at me like come and get me. I plead
however, it is a quick, scare you out of a with her to go out with the door open.
dream jump and BAP all at once. If I dont I also do all those worn-out tricks like,
immediately get out of bed to grant her ev- Look, theres the squirrel! or Wheres WOOF, WOOF!!! Okay, Im coming, any-
ery wish, then the next BAP, BAP, BAP be- that kitty?! Thats when I start to get ag-
comes a claw drag. Then it becomes quick gravated and go up and try to pull her front
BAP, claw drags. Usually I am up right legs over the front steps and slide her down
away. Why, I dont know. Because this is the steps and out the door. This then sets up
where the fun begins. the above mentioned scenario for me of the
On the times Mindy scares me awake, bathroom, nose run, Excedrin, Facebook
by the time I get up, get slippers on, bounce
off the wall a few times, and get to the door
to the bedroom, she will already be back
in a cozy, curled up position back on her
bed. I say, Mindy, wanna go potty? softly
several times, then its Mindy! Come on!
Why did you wake me up?! At that point
I hear my husband start to groan, and I just
get aggravated and think, Well, while Im
up I might as well go to the bathroom.
Once I am up, my nose starts to run and
that lasts another hour or so. By that time I
Captain Henry Carrol
think, Gosh, I am so achy, darn this baro-
metric pressure rollercoaster I better take
an Excedrin Migraine to take the edge off
the painful joints. Then I have to wait to
Captain Henry Carroll was said to have
make sure the pill is got in my system with
been born about 1727 in Ireland. As can
lots of water. Yes, after that it is back to the
be seen below, he spent much of his time at
bathroom, just for good measure. Duringsea. During the early 1760 he married Ara-
all this I figure I might as well catch up on
minta Thompson, niece of John Rousby, Jr.
Facebook while I am waiting for the nose to
Through this marriage the Carrolls came
to own Susquehanna
now a part of the Patux-
ent Naval Air Station.
4/9/1752, Maryland
Gazette: Capt. Henry
Carroll, in a large new
ship belonging to Mr.
Perkins, was to sail the
beginning of February
for the Patuxent River
and should be here any
day.
4/30/1752, Maryland
Gazette: Capt. Henry
Carroll in the Ship Two
Sisters, belonging to
Mr. Perkins, arrived in
Patuxent last Saturday
from London.
3/20/1755, Maryland
Gazette: Capt. Henry
Carroll, in a ship belong-
ing to Mr. Perkins, has
arrived in Patuxent from
London.
8/14/1755, Maryland
Gazette: Capt. Henry
Carroll, of the Ship
Concord, regarding the
allegations that Car-
Challenges Every
roll had imported arms
for the French and the
Tues, Thurs Roman Catholics, asks
Jonas Green to print a
letter from the crew of
@ 6:30pm - 7:30pm his ship. They speak of
Starting January 12 Carroll coming down
the Patuxent River in
a canoe with William
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merry-go-round. You dont know about all
this when you first stare in those bright,
pleading puppy eyes at the rescue center.
No one tells you that when you get a Hound
how stubborn and devious they are.
As if that werent enough, Mindys best
friend is a Hound mix and a bit bossy
too. His name is Syd and they play and play
all day long. But Syd loves his treats. After
they have tumbled around and slobbered all
over each other for a while, I will all of a
sudden hear a loud, Woof, Woof, Woof,
Woof and there at the door are Syd and
Mindy looking pointedly at me for their
treats. I know Syd is saying, Where Is MY
Treat! Gosh, who is the boss around here
anyway?! Wait a minute. WOOF, WOOF,
thing else youd like with that treat?
To each new days adventure, Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas
to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or
find me on Facebook: Wanderings of an
aimlessmind.
Fitzhugh.* The letter is sworn to by David
Arnold in Calvert County and is signed by
Daniel Hyde (Chief-mate); Francis Harland
(carpenter); John Kilty (second mate); John
Lilly (seaman); Alexander Neale (seaman);
James Martin (cook); and Matthew Flin
(steward). *William Fitzhugh was then liv-
ing at Rousby Hall.
7/15/1756, Maryland Gazette: Capt.
Henry Carroll in the Ship Concord, has
arrived in the Patuxent from London.
3/15/1759, Maryland Gazette: John
Moale in Baltimore Town, regarding a box
of goods brought in by Capt. William Brad-
ford, in the Duke William, and appar-
ently misdirected. Apply to Capt. Henry
Carroll, living on Patuxent River.
10/19/1775. Annapolis. (Maryland Ga-
zette). We learned, too late to be inserted
in last weeks Gazette, the account of the
death of Capt. Henry Carroll, of St. Marys
County near the mouth of Patuxent, who
departed this life the 16th day of September
to the great regret of his friends, neighbors,
and acquaintance.
He had left off for some years past, his
profession by the sea, to which he was
raised up and wherein he had distinguished
himself as a skilled mariner, and an indus-
trious and honest man; his virtues in pri-
vate life, endeared him to his more intimate
connections and he has left an amiable and
disconsolate widow with six children to la-
ment his timely loss.
Few of us in life are without our fail-
ings, nor can we without an ill-timed flat-
tery suppose him exempt from the lot of
common mankind; but they were not vices,
merely frailties to human naturelet them
not be remembered but be buried with him
in the grave with the hope that the record-
ing angel will infinitely cast up the balance
in favor of his many virtues and undeniable
merits during his pilgrimage in this world.
His son, Michael Brown Carroll fought
against the Barbary Coast Pirates. His
grandson was Thomas King Carroll, 23rd
Governor of Maryland.
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Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
Christ Episcopal Church Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 am
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 am

King & Queen Parish founded 1692 Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study 6:00 pm
25390 Maddox Road | Chaptico, MD 20621
Wednesday Discipleship Classes 7:00 pm
www.cckqp.net (Adults, youth & Children)


301-884-3451

21800 N. Shangri-La, Dr. #8
21800 N. Shangri-La, Dr. #8
PO Box 1260

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PO Box 1260
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Sunday Worship Lexington Park, MD 20653
301-866-5772
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Pastor James L. Bell, Sr.
8:00am Holy Eucharist, Rite I Pastor James L. Bell, Sr.

page contact Jen Stotler

10:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II,


Church Schedule
Church Schedule
Organ & Choir Sunday

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Morning Prayer 9:30 a.m.
PO Box 1260
All are Welcome
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Morning Worship 10 a.m.
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jen@countytimes.net
301-866-5772
Tuesday
21800 N. Shangri-La, Dr. #8
Pastor James L. Bell, Sr. Tuesday
Evening Prayer 6:30 p.m.
Evening Prayer 6:30 p.m.
Bible Study 7 p.m.
Church Schedule PO Box 1260 Bible Study 7 p.m.



Sunday Lexington Park, MD 20653


Morning Prayer 9:30 a.m. 301-866-5772

Publisher Thomas McKay The St. Marys County Times is a weekly newspaper providing news and information Morning Worship 10 a.m.
Associate Publisher Eric McKay Pastor James L. Bell, Sr.
Ofce Manager Tobie Pulliam for the residents of St. Marys County. The St. Marys County Times will be available
Tuesday

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Advertising jen@countytimes.net on newsstands every Thursday. The paper is published by Southern Maryland Publishing
Bible Study 7 p.m.
Church Schedule
Phone 301-373-4125 Company, which is responsible for the form, content, and policies of the newspaper. The

Graphic Artist St. Marys County Times does not espouse any political belief or endorse any product or
Sarah Williams sarahwilliams@countytimes.net service in its news coverage.
Sunday

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Staff Writers
Dick Myers dickmyers@countytimes.net To be considered for publication, articles and letters to the editor submitted must include Morning Worship 10 a.m.
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by 4 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication to ensure placement for that Tuesday
Interns
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to publish late content, but cannot guarantee so. Letters may be condensed/edited for clar- Bible Study 7 p.m.
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Contributing Writers
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