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FrIday, sepTember 28, 2012 Calvert County Public Schools Closed YOUTH UNDER 18 FREE UNTIL 4:00 P.M.
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9:00 am Fair Main Gates Open 9:00 - 4:00 pm youth day activities see: school bulletin, Local Newspaper, and Calvert County Fair tri-Fold brochure for detailed schedule. 9:00 am 4-H and Open Swine Show (Show Ring) 9:30 am Flumpa the famous Tree Frog (Pavilion) 11:00 am 4-H and Open Sheep Show (Show Ring) 2:30 pm Flumpa the famous Tree Frog (Pavilion) 4:00 pm bike drawing (Need not be present to win) Youth Day 2012 officially over @ 4 pm regular Gate admission and Carnival prices Begin @ 4 pm 4:30 pm Flumpa the famous Tree Frog (Pavilion) 6:00 pm Southern Maryland Boot Scooters (Pavilion) 7:00 pm Calvert County Idol (Pavilion) 10:00 pm Exhibit Buildings Close
9:00 am Fair Main Gates Open 9:00 am 4-H and Open Cattle Show 9:30 am Baby Contest Shows: - 6 to 24 months musT be pre- reGIsTered by maIL 10:00 am Carnival Opens 12:00 noon BADD Company-Dance team (Pavilion) 1:00 pm Jennys Gymnastics (Pavilion) 2:00 pm Diane Herbert Dancers 4:00 pm Redskin Cheerleaders 4:00 pm autograph signing with Washington redskins See website, www.marksrepairs.com for specifics. 4:00 Charlie Brown 5:00 ricky sanders 5:00 pm 4-H Livestock Auction Registration 6:00 pm 4-H Livestock Auction (Show Ring) 6:00 pm Chesapeake Country Cruizers (Pavilion) 7:00 pm Horse Pull (Track) 7:00 pm Calvert County Idol (Pavilion) 10:00 pm Exhibit Buildings Close
10:00 am Fair Main Gates Open 10:00 am Antique Tractor Pull 12:00 noon Carnival Opens (Wristband day) 1:00 pm Tots Contest - 2 to 4 years old (Main Hall) musT be pre-reGIsTered by maIL 1:00 pm Horseshoe Pitching Contest (Tobacco Barn) 2:00 pm Woodcarver Auction Registration 3:00 pm Little Miss & Little Prince Contest (Ages 4-5) (Main Hall) musT be pre-reGIsTered by maIL 3:00 pm Woodcarver Auction 3:00 pm 4-H and Livestock Awards Program 3:00-6:00 pm Music Fest Bill Yates and Country Gentlemen Tribute Band (Pavilion) 5:00 pm Exhibit Buildings Close 6:00 pm Fair Officially Closes 6:00 pm Livestock Removal
Calvert High School senior Sarah Bryner and Huntingtown High School student Edward Town were crowned Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert respectively at the annual contest to kick off the Calvert County Fair. The fair runs Sept. 26-30.
The bleachers were packed on Sunday for the 11th annual Calvert County Watermens Festival. Working boats from all over the Chesapeake Bay area traveled to Solomons for the event, which included the popular docking competition.
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Calvert Marine Museum volunteers are worth their weight in gold. In 2011, volunteers worked 27,348 volunteer hours, which according to government calculations is equivalent to $610,000 worth of labor.
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Sam Gegor, who shared his story about his two sons, stayed around after the forum to listen to others stories.
that the county doesnt have enough peer counselors to run meetings like Narcotics Anonymous. People her age drive to other counties. Many in the audience agreed with her statement. Lt. Dave McDowell, the Master of Ceremonies, ended the 90-minute session No one is immune. No one (on the panel) is going to be able to resolve this issue. Its going to take us collectively and beyond. But together we can make a difference.
Dr. John Schnabel, ER doctor at Calvert Memorial Hospital talks to a concerned citizen after the forum.
Please come out in support of this young man who lost his family in a terrible tragedy on July 31, 2012. All proceeds will be deposited to the Frank Hayward III Trust Account at Suntrust Bank.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer No one spoke up to contest the need for sidewalks on Solomons Island during a meeting last week. Instead, debate over sidewalks focused more on what materials should be used to construct them. While the Department of Public Works plan involves a concrete sidewalk running in front of homes lining Solomons Island Road that dont already have a sidewalk in front of them, residents tuned out to lobby for a sidewalk constructed of brick pavers, similar to the ones near the Calvert Marine Museum and down by the Tiki Bar. The presentation focused on the improvements that will be made to drainage and storm water management, including planters to absorb runoff and direct it away from peoples yards. Brent Showalter gave the presentation and talked about the procedure they will go through, including pulling up peoples driveways and re-laying them when the sidewalk is complete or moving fences as needed. Solomons Island Resident Joe Peary spoke up during the discussion against the concrete sidewalk, saying when he
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Renovations to Close Museum
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
The Calvert Marine Museum will be closed for the months of January and February to allow for renovations to the building that will maximize floor space. In the interim, grant money from the Southern Maryland Heritage Area Consortium will allow museum staff to take some of the museum out into the public. Were not an ivory tower museum were the publics museum, said museum deputy director Sherrod Sturrock. This was the initiative to get the program running. The plan now is to take some of their educational materials and go to schools and talk to students about all things maritime. That includes some of the wildlife at the museum including terrapins and horseshoe crabs so students can learn about them. Its not as good as being here but its better than nothing, Sturrock said. The renovations, which are being paid for by a combination of county, state and private funds, will focus on mainly the public areas in the museum such as the lobby, auditorium and the gift shop which Sturrock described as totally cramped and out of space. None of the actual exhibits will be touched, she said, but the renovations will be done in such a way as to increase space for visitors to move about without actually increasing the outside footprint of the building. The cost of the renovations includes $750,000 in county construction money backed up by matching donations. A state bond bill is also helping to fund the construction project, Sturrock said. But the museum is still looking for more donations to complete all the work they want to do, Sturrock said. Were constantly working on this, she said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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At 11:58 p.m. Sept. 16, Trooper First Class Esnes responded to the 6000 block of Dawn Dr. in Prince Frederick for a reported burglary. Melissa M. Pollitt, 26 of Prince Frederick, unlawfully entered the victims residence and assaulted the residents, destroying property inside before fleeing the scene, police say. She was located at her residence and charged with first-degree burglary, second-degree assault, malicious destruction of property and disorderly conduct. She was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
At 11:38 a.m. Sept. 20, Trooper First Class Saucerman responded to Hoile Lane in Huntingtown to assist an overdose victim. Christina M. Sita, 22 of Huntingtown, was found to be unresponsive from a possible overdose of heroin, police say, and both heroin and marijuana were located in the bedroom. She was transported to the hospital and later arrested and charged upon her release from the hospital. She was then transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. At 3:19 p.m. Sept. 20, Trooper Oles responded to the Peking Inn parking lot in Chesapeake Beach for a reported theft from a vehicle. The victim advised that while inside the establishment, an unknown suspect entered the unlocked vehicle and removed three bottles of prescription drugs. Investigation continues.
At 1:15 a.m. Sept. 21, Trooper First Class Evans stopped a vehicle at Thunderbird Dr and Arrowhead Trail in Lusby for traffic violations. When approaching the vehicle, the trooper observed the driver and passenger switch places inside the vehicle. Trooper Rowe, who was assisting in the traffic stop, said he observed the passenger place a smoking device pipe inside her pants. Erin N. Stahl, 24 of Lusby, was found to be in possession of crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia police alleged. She was charged and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. At 12:47 a.m. Sept. 23, Trooper First Class West was dispatched to handle a disorderly male in front of a restaurant in Prince Frederick Shopping Center. While speaking with the male, a female in the area became agitated and increasingly verbally abusive. The male subject was released. Teresa A. Wilson, 49 of Huntingtown, was unable to control her actions and continue to act disorderly causing a public disturbance, police said. She was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Someone stole a catalytic converter from a vehicle by cutting it off of the exhaust system while it was parked at the Sunderland Park and Ride at the Rt. 2/4 split sometime on Sept. 17 during daytime hours. DFC R. Brady is investigating.
A victim reported to DFC P. Aurich that unknown suspects stole stereo equipment from his vehicle sometime between Sept. 15 and 17. The victim had been involved in a vehicle crash and the car had been left on Dalrymple Road near Sunny Hills Drive in Sunderland. The thieves broke out the passenger side window in order to steal an American Bass subwoofer system and a pioneer head unit. On Sept. 17 at 3:53 p.m. a woman advised DFC W. Wells that while she was driving on Lusby Park Lane she passed a group of male subjects. Shortly after that, a rock shattered her rear window. Damage is estimated at $100. Unknown suspects spray painted a picnic table at Bayside Forest Beach in Prince Frederick. It is unknown when the damage occurred. Dep. A. Mohler is investigating. Someone stole a Visa gift card that was in an envelope inside a victims mailbox on 5th Street in North Beach sometime between Sept. 18 and 19. The victim noticed the envelope had been torn open and advises that the sender told him it had contained a $50 Visa card. DFC A. Woodford is investigating.
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On Sept. 22 at 4:47 p.m. Dep. J. Brown and DFC P. Aurich responded to the area of Crown Drive and King Drive in Dunkirk for the report of a motorcycle collision with a pedestrian. Upon arrival they made contact with the driver, identified as William Morris King, Jr., 36 of Dunkirk. The victim, a 65-year-old woman, also of Dunkirk, was transported to CMH with minor injuries. King was also transported to CMH suffering from a broken clavicle. King was arrested and charged with possession of crack cocaine after he was found to have it in his possession, police report. Police also discovered that King had left his 2-year-old daughter home alone in a playpen. King was charged with allowing a child to be locked in a dwelling out of his sight and neglect of a minor. He was also charged with DWI by drugs and or drugs and alcohol, DWI by a controlled dangerous substance, driving while suspended and driving while revoked.
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practices. These nutrient credits can then be sold or traded to a developer or individual who is building a house or other building or expanding an existing house or building. The theory is that every house with a septic system is adding nitrogen pollution to the Bay (note that I said theory because proof is lacking). If you enlarge your house to accommodate more people on a septic system, the theory is that you are adding more pollution to the Bay. The State of MD has a goal of zero additional nitrogen pollution, so the homeowner has to offset his additional nitrogen by buying nutrient credits from a farmer. Of course, if you live in a city on a sewer system, the theory is that you are not contributing additional nitrogen to the Chesapeake Bay. Nor is your business on a sewer system. Sewer system spills are ignored in this theory, even though they are the largest contributor to Bay pollution. Yes, the Governor of MD with the concurrence of the Maryland State Legislature wants everyone to live in a city on a sewer system OR to pay for nutrients through nutrient trading. By controlling nitrogen, MDE believes that it is controlling phosphorus also. Please note that the air is included in the formula for the farm to certify nutrient reduction strategies. This inclusion of air is the first step toward attempts to control air pollution. You will hear more about reducing air pollution by making us pay to drive our cars in the near future.
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Every year to kick off the Calvert County Fair, a young woman and man are chosen as Lord Calvert and Miss Tranquility. They serve as representatives for the county at the fair and other events during the year. This years winners are Calvert High School senior Sarah Bryner and Huntingtown High School student Edward Town, crowned at the annual contest Sept. 23. The winning couple was chosen by a panel of three out-of-county judges during a competition at the fairgrounds. There were 24 total contestants. Parents were happy to see their kids get involved in the contest. Barb Miller said she was excited for her son when he decided to apply for the contest. She said she has known past Lord Calverts and they were all outstanding members of the community. Laura Bearjar, another contestants parent, said the Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert competition is another example of what makes Calvert a good community for young people.
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tional service project in Switzerland. She thanked her family, teachers and even a pony named Sugar, the most stubborn animal at the Happy Critter Stables, for their continued support. Bryner said she is also ranked number seven in her class ad will be participating in an engineering mentorship with the Naval Air Systems Command. She plans to study electrical engineering. Lord Calvert Edward Town said he has been involved in volunteering activities since he was a kid, starting with the Angel Tree, International Day of Peace and his church. During his speech, he said he is the president of Huntingtown High Schools peer tutoring club, Transitioning into Excellence, in addition to being a member of the Future Business Leaders of America, Academy of Finance and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He is also involved in the Calvert Association of Student Councils and hopes to be appointed student member of the Board of Education in the future. His mother, Kathryn Town, said he applied for the competition on his own, and she was pleased with his initiative. His father, Dave Town, said they didnt even know the contest existed until Town announced he was competing. Unlike Bryner, neither of Towns two sisters applied for Miss Tranquility. He is the first in his family to compete for the crown. He is also a lifeguard at Kings Landing Pool during the summer, which he said allows him to meet people he wound not have otherwise met. He said the job has also taught him a lot of responsibility. Both winners had a lot of tough competition. The contest is open to Calvert residents between the ages of 16 and 19 who maintain a 75 percent GPA. The selection is made on the basis of public speaking ability and poise, in addition to scholastic achievement and participation in school and community activities. Aspects of the contest were weighted differently before even stepping on stage,
scoring began. Their school transcript made up 10 percent of their scores, a personal interview with judges made up another 35 percent and a written essay was worth 15 percent. Only 40 percent of their score was awarded based on stage components, with pre-prepared autobiographical speeches weighted at 30 percent and their answer to the extemporaneous question being 10 percent. None of the aspects of the contest are designed to be simple. Contest Committee Chairperson Patty Gay said contestants are told in advance they are expected to dress professionally during their 10-minute interviews and in formal attire during the onstage portion of the competition. Contestants reacted differently to the interview portion. Town said he was pretty relaxed during the interview, viewing it as a chance for the judges to see who you really are. Bryner said she through she blew it during the interview when they asked her who from the past or present she would like to meet and why. She said she got very emotional about the question and said she would want to meet her deceased grandfather. Town and Bryner said the judges were very supportive through the interviews and even from their place just next to the stage, making sure to make the contestants as comfortable as possible. The portions before the judges werent the only times the contestants had to think fast and come up with good spur-of-themoment answers to questions. For their essays, each contestant came to the fairgrounds and was given two hours to write an essay, by hand without any reference materials or computers, an essay answering the question what does America the Beautiful mean to you and why? Essays were judged by retired English teacher Pam Enrico. The question went with this years contest theme America the Beautiful. Gay said this was chosen due to the election season and the Olympics. The extemporaneous question also tied into the theme
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what place or monument best represents the United States of America and why? Popular answers to the extemporaneous question included the Statue of Liberty and the United States Capitol. Town named the Liberty Bell and Bryner named the Statue of Liberty. Contestants were also asked to provide schedules of their availability during the fair before the competition. All contestants are expected to volunteer at the fair by handing out ribbons, working during Youth Day on Sept. 28 and generally act as good will ambassadors during the fair. Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert are required to be at the Fairgrounds a minimum of 20 hours each during Fair Week and the other members of the court are required to serve at least 10 hours. Lord Calvert and Miss Tranquility each won the Elmer W. Fisher Memorial Scholarship for $1,250 each, the first runners up receive $500 scholarship and each of the rest of the participants will receive a check for $50. Miss Tranquility and Lord Calvert will also represent the Calvert County Fair at several countywide events during their reigns, such as the Fair Appreciation dinner, and the PRAD and Christmas parades. Bryner was sponsored by her Girl Scout troupe and Town was sponsored by his church, Jesus the Divine Word, a Roman Catholic Parish located in Huntingtown. With 24 contestants this year, Gay said this is the largest number of applicants she
can remember. She said this is probably due to the increasing challenges in finding funding for school, and the rising price of post-secondary education. The contestants are all active in schools and communities. They are all cream of the crop kids, Gay said. The fair began in 1958, with a brief hiatus and a resurgence in the 1980s. The contest has been held yearly since.
Their involvement in the contest is beneficial to the kids from more than just a monetary standpoint. Writing the essays gives them practice for college, the interview with judges gives them practice dressing and behaving for a professional interview and their on stage performance gives them experience with both prepared speaking and spur-of-the-moment speeches. Experience and comfort in public speaking
will be a skill contestants need throughout their lives. Just being in the contest and helping with the County Fair is something students will be able to put on applications as an example of their involvement in the community. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Spotlight on Volunteers
Marine Museum Volunteers Worth Weight in Gold
Whether it is behind the scenes or out front, interacting daily with people, there is an opening for anyone who wants to volunteer with the museum. Volunteer and Events CoordiWith plenty of activities for children and adults, from nator Sherry Reid volunteered with the museum 17 years bethe otter exhibit to this weekends Cheap Trick and Blondie fore becoming a full time employee 7 years ago. She started concert, there are always plenty of things to do at the Calvert volunteering with the museum while working at a local bank Marine Museum. Volunteers make up a large part of the staff as part of a program to give back to the community. She fell that makes such wide offerings possible. in love with the way Calvert Marine Museum operates and what goes on daily and decided to stick with it. Its always magic, it just draws you in, Reid said. The museums volunteers come from all walks of life. Reid said there are retired teachers, engineers and even high school students among the 270 volunteers. She said coordinating all of them keeps her busy, and she enjoys it. What a great problem to have, Reid said about the large volunteer pool. Volunteers work in the day-to-day operations of the museum, from the store to being docents at different exhibits, the Cove Point Lighthouse and the Lore Oyster House. They also work behind the scenes. Our volunteers do everything, Reid said. Theyre amazing, amazing people. Paul Berry is one of the Marine Museums behind the scenes volunteers. Unless a visitor goes to the museums Paul L. Berry Reference Library, they probably wont see him. But over the past 30 years, Reid said he has worked more than 25,000 hours, coming in three days per week to work in the library. Berry is retired from the Library of Congress. He said after he retired from his job of 35 years, he was searching for something to do in his newfound free time. He read the museum was looking for a Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge Presents librarian in their newsletter. He inquired about the BUY TICK position and found his new ETS W! project. NO Working at the Library of Congress involved a lot of administrative work, Berry SCAN HER E said, and it was a different experience than working in a public library setting. Working in the museum library has been a challenge, but he said he has enjoyed it. High points of his time with the museum include the opening of the newly renovated, larger library space in 1993 and having the space n d ie .n e t w w w.b lo dedicated to him in 1995. Currently, Berry and other library volunteers are working to digitalize the catalogue, a project that is movcheapt ing slowly but steadily. r ic k .c o m The library exists to support the museum and
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while materials are available for the community to use for research, he said they are not available for circulation. Materials dont normally leave the library, he said. Even after 30 years with the library, he said there are still challenges. People are always coming up with questions he hadnt considered, and records buried in the archives, such as old census data and land records, offer new information about the history of Solomons all the time. In 2011, volunteers worked 27,348 volunteer hours, which Reid said counts as an in kind donation. Government calculations show this is equal to approximately $610,000 in service hours donated if volunteers were paid as a rate of $22.32 per hour, Reid said. Volunteers ensure the money saved in salaries paid can go into additional programming for the community, she said. Volunteers fill out an application and go through an orientation process. Reid said they often dont know where their interests lie, so the orientation helps fit volunteers with an area they would be happiest in. They also go through one-onone training in whatever area they choose to serve in. Not all museum volunteers focus exclusively on one area. Twenty year volunteer Shirley Mihursky works in the development office, helps coordinate the concert series, conducts orientations for new volunteers and works as the rental coordinator. I do a little bit of a lot of stuff, she said. She enjoys her work, and looks forward to the challenges it offers. There really isnt anything Ive looked at and said I dont ever want to do that again, she said. She said Calvert Marine Museum is a great place to volunteer, and she enjoys meeting visitors to the museum. She said he has met several visitors who love the facility and appreciate the work volunteers put in. No matter your interest, Reid said the Calvert Marine museum is a great place to donate some quality time. Its so worth it, Reid said. Its a wonderful place to volunteer. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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try. I only dabble in it, Snedden said. She is the primary customer point of contact, handling scheduling and business. Bowden prides himself on the professionalism he brings to his industry, demonstrated by having an appointment-based business (so people arent sitting out in the lobby), isolated rooms (if someone knocks over water its not running into anothers area (contaminating the space), trained staff (everyone is required to have first aid, CPR and blood pathogen training) and strict standards (nothing is used twice. Everything is cleaned and sterilized. All our clients get before and after care information). Bowden and Snedden try to travel to shows once a month. The show locations range from New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, D.C., and Amarillo. There they see new artists, new styles of art, learn about new paints products, and cleaning techniques. They also pick up new clients who will travel to Calvert for their tattoos. In the future, Bowden wants to continue to enhance the personal experience. On Oct. 27, 2012, he has scheduled an art fusion. This event will have live art painting in front of the audience, music, out-of-town tattoo artists, and graffiti artists. He is excited that some of his industry contacts from New York are coming down to support him. Although he wants to make a name for himself in the industry and for his shop to be known for fun people, exciting time, good service and receiving more than a tattoo, he does not plan to leave Calvert. I fell in love with the area. I dont see us moving. But he does want to create a scene, venue and outlet for getting art out there and making it interactive. These events wont be about the money, but about the experience and funds raised will go to organizations like Avons Breast Cancer Walk. Battle Scars & Beauty Marx is located in Prince Frederick in the shopping center next to the Outback, on the road behind the Bank of America and Bob Evans. Check out their Facebook site at facebook.com/ battlescarsandbeautymarx. corrin@somdpublishing.net
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John Claggett, 84
John Wesley Claggett, 84, of Owings, MD passed away on Sept. 10, 2012 at Burnett-Calvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick, MD. John Wesley Claggett the son of the late William and Sarah Claggett was born October 8, 1927 in North Beach, Maryland. John received his education at Mt. Hope School and W. S. Brooks High School. In 1954, John was united in Holy Matrimony to Alberta B. Umstead and was married until her death in 1980, to this union five daughters were born. In 1983, John married Phillis E. Titus and they were married until his death. A man of many trades including cab driver, tractor trailer driver, exterminator, RC Masonry, owner and operator of JC Trucking. Johns first love was his family. His priority in life was providing for and taking care of his wife and children. John sacrificed many of his own dreams to help family, friends, neighbors and even strangers when needed. John was preceded in death by: his parents, William and Sarah Claggett; his 1st wife Alberta B. Umstead Claggett; daughter, Vertina Joyce Umstead; and sister, Martha Claggett Randall. Johns legacy is left to his loving wife, Phillis E.Claggett; Seven children: Lorraine Claggett of Baltimore, MD; Marc Van Larry Claggett (Yolanda) of Baltimore, MD; Michael T. Claggett (Velma) of St. Leonard, MD; Johnnie Mae Gorman (Warren) of Owings, MD, Carla Faye Hall (Roy, deceased) and Lisa Marie Claggett of Fayetteville, NC; Rita Ann Green (Furnie) of Ramstein AFB Germany; step-daughters, Delita White (Robert) of Prince Frederick, MD and Renee Titus of Chesapeake Beach, MD and step-son, Wayne Titus of Denver, Colorado; 31 grandchildren: Yolanda, Tanya, Louis Jr., Roderick, Tamar, Krystal, Tiffany, Marc, Michael, Marcia, Jon, Alexis, Amaya, Larrine, Donnett, Tavares, Eric, Delontae, Shaquette, Shanika, Warren Jr., Yvonne, Brandon, Diana, Darien, Robert Jr., Destiny, Corey, Lanika, Kavona, Sterling Jr.; 40 great-grandchildren; Brother, James Claggett (Dorothy) of Huntingtown, MD; Sisters, Mary Claggett Downs of Bal-
timore, MD, Mable King of Washington, DC, Alice Austin of Owings, MD; Brothers-in-law, Albert Umstead, Jr. of Durham, NC, John Titus (Helen) of Chesapeake Beach, MD, Ronald Titus (Joan) of Chesapeake Beach, MD, Larry Titus (Sharon) of Prince Frederick, MD, Mother-in-law, Eloise Titus; Sister-in-law, Dorothy Campbell (Robert); A host of nieces and nephews; A devoted and loving nephew Eugene (Gee Gee) Claggett; and special friends Wilbert and Mary Booth, James Jones, Kim, Harry and Chris Hill, Mr. Winbourn and Leon Rice. Funeral service was held on Monday, Sept. 17, 2012 at 11:00 AM at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Huntingtown, MD with Pastor Joan Jones officiating. The interment was at Mt. Hope UM Church Cemetery, Sunderland, MD. The pallbearers were Tavares Claggett, Brandon Hall, Warren Gorman, Jr., Eric Claggett, Delontae Claggett, Louis Brown, Jr. and Darien Green. The honorary pallbearers were Eugene Claggett, James Claggett, Jr., Clifton Claggett and Melvin Claggett. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
Peggine Coates, 48
Peggine Cordella Coates, 48, of Chesapeake Beach, MD passed away on Sept. 11, 2012 at Washington Adventist Hospital, Takoma Park, MD. Anticipating enjoying her retirement, envisioning fun in the sun and unlimited fishing, Peggine Cordella Coates was granted her ultimate retirement from the toil of life, ironically on 9 -11, 2012. As a 911 dispatcher for 10 years, and a 911 Shift Supervisor for 6 with the P.G. County Police Department, she watched over officers as she monitored their need for assistance when in route to a scene. She was the voice that responded to the pleas for help from many who were looking for rescue from danger. After 9 years in the Office of Homeland Security, officially retiring April 1 of this year, she spent a total of 27
years saving countless lives. Sitting on the front line of evil, she was extremely dedicated to her vocation and knew what it meant to neither slumber nor sleep as she surrendered to stressfilled days and often late nights laboring for the protection of others. Wanting to be a keeper from harm, Peggine was a giver - a woman endowed by God with the gift of help. A native of Calvert County, she graduated from Northern High School, joined the U. S. Marines Corps., and served five years from 1982-1987. It was there, particularly in Okinawa, where she learned to be adventuresome, and developed a taste for exotic foods and fine dining. Considering herself to be a culinary genius, she often put her hospitality skills to work, always preparing an impressive spread for guests, frequently spoiling her nephews. As a dispatcher, her days were saturated with exposure to vivid episodes of citizens adversity. This gave Peggine endless opportunities to ponder evil, and she wondered why it was so prevalent in the world. She would hold lengthy and heated debates about the fairness of God with her Mom, brother-in-law, and sister. Her heart of compassion and quest for truth led her to initially embrace Judaism; soon thereafter, she learned the God of the Old Testament was the Messiah in the New. She committed her life to Christ and progressively learned about the Helper and Rescuer of the world. Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2002, she battled health issues that progressively led to a series of complications and seeming all too soon, her early retirement. Peggines labor was driven by a commitment to independently provide for her daughter Leslie, and by her love for people. She leaves behind her mother Gladys, father Herman, daughter Leslie, brothers Vonzell and Nathan, sister Tracey, brother-in-Iaw David, and nephews, Dave, Aaron, Stephen and Ian. As well, sharing her loss, are a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. Funeral service was held on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012 at Grace Brethren Church, Owings, MD with Pastors William E. Campbell and David E. Gaines, Sr. as eulogists. The interment was at St. Edmonds UM Church Cemetery, Chesapeake Beach, MD. The pallbearers were Aaron J. Gaines, David E. Gaines, Jr., Ian C. Gaines, Maurice Jones, Rex E. Jones and Dana Shields. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
vert County Public School System. He was no stranger to hard work and held various jobs before working for the Prince Georges County School Board of Education and retiring from the New York City School System. He was also an active member of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church and sung with various choirs of MHUMC. In his past time, he enjoyed fishing, going to Car Shows, baseball games and being around family and friends. He also had a love for Gospel music and listening to the Mitchellvillettes and The Savage Family sing. Thomas leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Eugenia; son, Wayne; daughter, Miranda (aka Lisa); granddaughter, Breanna Hayes; daughter-in-law, Colleen; three step-children, seven step-grandchildren; four sisters, Iva, Ethel, Jeanette, Pearl, Lorraine and one brother, Robert and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral service was held on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012 at Mt. Hope UM Church, Sunderland, MD with Rev. Roosevelt Oliver officiating. The interment was at Mt. Hope UM Church Cemetery, Sunderland, MD. The pallbearers were family and friends. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
Helen Jones, 51
Helen Mae Jones, 51, of North Beach, MD passed away at her home on Sept. 20, 2012. She was born in Cheverly, MD July 2, 1961 to Paul Francis and Colleen Katherine (Miles) Strine. Helen was raised in Capitol Heights and attended Prince Georges County public schools. She married Dwayne E. Jones in Lothian, MD on March 15, 1997. They made their home in Lothian until moving to North Beach in 2007. Helen was most recently employed as a cashier at Rolands Grocery in Chesapeake Beach. Helen loved singing, dancing, and just listening to music. She also had an extensive Indian Doll collection. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul F. and Colleen K. Strine, and sisters Kathy Strine and Teresa Marie Oakley. She is survived by her husband Dwayne E. Jones; children Jason Augustine of Louisiana, Jayme Payne and her husband Bernard of Hyattsville, MD, and Jessica Brooks and her husband Derrick of Baltimore, MD; two grandchildren; a sister Joyce Lee Ann Smith and her husband Michael of Lothian, MD and brother Paul F. Strine II and his wife Karen of Chesapeake Beach, MD. Friends were received on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where a celebration of her life service followed. Interment is be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or online at www. calverthospice.org.
Thomas Hall, 75
Thomas Henry Hall, 75, of Huntingtown, MD passed away on Sept. 8, 2012 at Mandrin Inpatient Care Center, Harwood, MD. He was born July 1, 1937 in Anne Arundel County to the late Enoch & Goldie Hall. He was the third eldest child of eleven children, five which preceded him in death. Thomas attended school in the Cal-
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Matthew Lambert, 40
Matthew Scott Lambert, 40, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sept. 13, 2012. Matt was born on October 25, 1971 in Cheverly, MD. He was the son of Jane Lee Lambert of Rivesville, WV and Nolan C. Lambert, Sr., and wife Nancy, of Kingsport, TN. Matthew graduated from Lackey High School, Indian Head MD in 1991 with honors. After graduating from Lackey he attended Lincoln Technical School to study HVAC. Matthew was a licensed heating and air conditioning technician who prided himself on quality workmanship. In his younger years, he was an avid collector of baseball cards. He loved to cook and frequently watched cooking shows on TV. Matt would then create his own concoctions, using spices and flavors that suited his own unique taste. Matthew was a diehard Dallas Cowboy fan and relished hard rock music, especially Pink Floyd. He truly enjoyed spending time at camp at Big Bear Lake in Hazelton, WV, and cherished relaxing in the laid-back atmosphere there. Matthew will be sadly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his two brothers and their wives, Clayton and Alisa Lambert, and Barry and Beth Lambert, all of Huntingtown, MD, and his maternal grandmother, Margaret Dayhoof, of Bel Air, MD. Matt is also survived by his mothers lifelong friend, Charlotte Charlie Anderson, of Rivesville, WV, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister, Kimberly Dawn Lambert, who passed away on March 15, 2012. Matt was also preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, John T. Dayhoof, paternal grandparents, Nancy Smith and Paul Lambert, cousins, David Lee and Christopher Bedsaul and his uncle Dean Bedsaul. Family and friends were received Friday, Sept. 21, 2012 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD and Saturday, Sept. 22, at Chesapeake Church, Huntingtown, MD, where services and a celebration of Matts life followed. Interment is private.
Stefany Parnell, 15
Stefany Anne Parnell, 15, of Stafford, VA, passed away Sept. 15, 2012 in Virginia. She was born March 25, 1997 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD to William R. and Donna M. (Estep) Parnell. Stefany lived in Shady Side, MD and moved with her family to Orange County, VA, and to Stafford at the age of 10. She attended Unionville Elementary and several other schools in Stafford County, and was currently a freshman at North Stafford High School. Stefany was very personable and outgoing, and loved being with her family and friends. She also loved animals, computers and photography. Stefany is survived by her parents Donna and William Parnell, sister Crystal M. Greathouse, brother Michael L. Greathouse, all of Stafford, VA; step-sister April Parnell and step-brother Tony Parnell both of Laurel, MD. Also surviving are her grandparents Diane and Allen Manges of Fredericksburg, VA and William and Bertie Parnell of Hague, VA, a niece Hailey M. Crum, nephew Nathan M. Moss, both of Stafford, VA, her best friend and cousin Brittany Carter of Huntingtown, MD. She is also survived by several other cousins, aunts and uncles. Family and friends were received Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where services and a celebration of Stefanys life were held Thursday, Sept. 20. Interment followed Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic, MD. For additional information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com
trical engineer. While in Newport News he was employed by Newport News Shipbuilders. He moved to Huntingtown, MD in 1991 and Chesapeake Beach in 1996. Edward was employed at Calvert Cliffs nuclear power plant for 15 years, retiring in 2006. He then took a position with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission until his illness forced his retirement. He is survived by his wife Meryl McCann; a daughter Kimberly Barker and her husband Josiah Barker of Norfolk, VA; a son Travis E. McCann of McHenry, MD; a granddaughter Annabelle Marie Barker; and a sister Susan Legge of St. Louis, MO. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 from 12 to1 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where a memorial service and celebration of Edwards life will follow.
The family received relatives and friends on Thursday Sept. 20, with a funeral service following in the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic, MD 20676.
Mark Webster, 55
Richard Mark Webster, 55 of Lusby, MD, formerly of Corry, Penn., passed away on Sept. 20, 2012 at Georgetown University Hospital. He was born on Oct. 18, 1956 in Union City, Penn., to the late Dale Webster and Dona Webster. He was the beloved husband to Rhea Webster whom he married on July 16, 1977 in Corry, Penn. Mark graduated from Corry High School in 1974 and went on to join the U.S. Air Force in 1976. While in the Air Force, Mark was stationed at Langley A.F.B., VA, Aviano, Italy, Pease A.F.B., NH, Seoul, S. Korea, and Pope Field, NC. He received the Air Force Commendation Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, Organizational Excellence Award, Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Long Tour Ribbon, Longevity Service Award Ribbon, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, and Air Force Training Ribbon. He was honorably discharged in 1989 after 13 years of service. Mark graduated from Webster University in 1991 and was an Information Assurance Analyst. He moved to Calvert County in 1998 from Charles County. In his spare time, Mark enjoyed skiing and playing golf. He was a member of the Freemasons Prince Frederick Lodge 142 and Middleham and St. Peters Parish. Mark is survived by his mother, Dona Webster of Seven Lakes, NC; wife, Rhea Webster of Lusby, MD; daughters, Marisa Edmondson and her husband Kris of Leonardtown, MD, and Lauren Webster of Lusby, MD; siblings, Jeff Webster and his wife Nancy of Raleigh, NC and Lyn Piccirillo and her husband Carmen of New Wilmington, Penn. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 at 1 p.m. in St. Peters Episcopal Church, Solomons, MD with Fr. Bob Stephenson and Fr. David Showers officiating. Interment will be private. The family request contributions to be made in Marks memory to the Prince Frederick Masonic Lodge 142, 655 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, MD.
Shirley Stout, 88
Shirley Margaret Stout, 88, of Solomons, MD, passed away on Sept. 15, 2012 in Washington DC. She was born on June 23, 1924 in Baltimore, MD to Henry G. and Marie V. Edgar Stueler. Shirley or otherwise known as GG was an avid swimmer and she enjoyed to participate in water aerobics. She was also a huge Washington Redskins fan, but her biggest hobby and favorite pastime was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Shirley was predeceased by her husband Leon S. Stout. She is survived by her children Richard Stout (Norma) of Huntingtown, MD, Glenn Stout (Linda) of Prince Frederick, MD, Robert Stout (Tammy) of White Sands, MD, and Mark Stout. She is also survived by her grandchildren Steve(Teresa) Stout of Cobb, GA, Shelly Stout of Kitty Hawk, NC, Marcie (Adam) Morrison of Floyd, VA, Michelle (Tommy) Sacks of Prince Frederick, MD, Douglas (Meghan) Stout of Huntingtown, MD, Lisa (Tom) Sickle of St. Leonard, MD, Kelly (Shawn) Murphy of Charles County, MD, Rebecca (James) Thompson of Lusby, MD, Steven Baltz of Lusby, MD, and Casey, Michael, Tracey, Tammy Stout. She is also survived by her great grandchildren Marina and Sebastian Stout, Madelyn and Joshua Peters, Johanna Morrison, Max and Nicholas Sacks, Emma, Ella, Eva Stout, Brayden and Scott Sickle, Ethan Murphy, Madison, Taylor, and McKinley Thompson.
Community
The Board of Directors of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce announced the selection of Carolyn Hart as the incoming president and chief executive officer for the chamber. She will replace Carolyn McHugh, who retired on Sept. 21. I had an opportunity to get to know Carolyn Hart when she chaired a committee on which I served in Charles County. Carolyn led that and a number of other projects to successful conclusions in Charles and Im confident shell also be successful at the Calvert Chamber, McHugh said in a press release. Hart comes to the chamber from Manpower where she was the branch manager for the Leonardtown and Waldorf offices. She began employment with Manpower in November 2006, and in her capacity as branch manager, she was responsible for ensuring profit results that were in line with budgeted expectations, managing permanent staff, managing business development, and providing high quality customer service throughout the Southern Maryland area.
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Photo by Jen Stotler Calverts own Rockin Elvis Jim Godbold said hello to a spectator on the boardwalk during Sundays Car Show in North Beach to benefit Frank Hayward III. The event reportedly raised $3,975, and a final benefit car show is planned for Oct. 6 at the Greene Turtle in Prince Frederick.
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Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, Sept. 27
Calvert County Fair Calvert County Fairgrounds (140 Calvert Fair Dr. Prince Frederick) 9 a.m. Live Music: GrooveSpan Trio Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 5 p.m. Live Music: Dominic Fragman and Mixed Business Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m.
fore coming to the Southern Community Center. On Aug. 12, 1973, the Aqua Squares became members of Washington Area Square Dancers Co-operative Association and in September 1977, the club adopted bylaws and elected officers. Gloria Schulz is another part of the history of the club. She was one of the founding members of the group and can still be found dancing in squares at the community center on Friday nights. She and her husband, along with another couple, decided they wanted to get involved in square dancing. Forty years later she is still active and looks forward to remaining so. I like it a lot, she said. Schulz is not the only longtime member of the group. Mary Ann Rymer has been in Aqua Squares since 1991 and was even president of the group for two years. She said she started coming to the club at the suggestion of her friends. I always loved to dance, so it wasnt hard to convince me, she said. She said the group works together to host open houses, provide refreshments and help with dance lessons. We just take turns doing things, she said. Rymer said Aqua Squares is a source of fun, fellowship and good exercise. Pam Schmale has been in the group for two years,
and said she and her daughter became interested in square dancing when they saw an exhibition in Harpers Ferry. When they got home, they looked up places locally to take lessons and dance. Aqua Squares President Elaine Reilly has been in the group for five years. She said she first joined for mind and body exercise. Square dancers travel between three and five miles a night, according to various pedometers used during dances caller Gary Felton has attended. Felton has been calling square dances for the past 40 years and has been dancing even longer. It takes about 20 years to make a competent caller, Felton said. For anybody wanting to get involved in Aqua Squares, lessons begin this Friday for $24 per month. Nobody is too old or young to get into square dancing. Reilly said the oldest dancer last year was 86 and the youngest 10. It is also open to singles, couples and families, making square dancing an activity anybody can enjoy. For more information, including lesson dates and times, visit www.aquasquaredancers.org. Lessons begin Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. in the Southern Community Center. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Saturday, Sept. 29
Calvert County Fair Calvert County Fairgrounds (140 Calvert Fair Dr. Prince Frederick) 9 a.m. Live Music: Fran Scuderi Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 12 p.m. Live Music: Colliders Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Live Music: GrooveSpan Duo Back Creek Bistro (14415 Dowell Road, Dowell) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 28
Calvert County Fair Calvert County Fairgrounds (140 Calvert Fair Dr. Prince Frederick) 9 a.m. Live Music: County Memories Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m. Live Music: Dominic Fragman and Mixed Business Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
Live Music: One Louder Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Gerry Swarbrick Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 12 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 30
Calvert County Fair Calvert County Fairgrounds (140 Calvert Fair Dr. Prince Frederick) 9 a.m. Live Music: Cheap Trick and Blondie Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons) 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 2
Live Music: Acoustic Solo Performance Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 3
Family Night with Super MagicMan Reggie Rice Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 6 p.m.
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Friday, Sept. 28
Home Spun Coffee House Open Mic Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico) 7 p.m. The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance Home Spun Coffee House will sponsor an Open Mic. This is a great event with many varieties of music and lots of friendship, so if you havent been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start! The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. The Admission Fee for this event is only $5, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be provided. For additional information, or to sign up to perform, please contact John Garner at carthagena@wildblue.net or call John at 301-9044987. Visit www.smtmd.org for directions and more information. Friday Night Farmers Market, Classic Car Cruise in and Art Fair North Beach 5-8 p.m. See you at the beach!
Tuesday, Oct. 2
Toddler Tuesday Annmarie Garden (13480 Dowell Road, Solomon) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Enjoy the morning creating, discovering, and exploring with your favorite toddler in the artLAB. A perfect play-time opportunity in a fun and toddler-friendly environment. No reservations are required; $7.00 for parent/child pair. Meet the Author Huntingtown High School (4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown) 7-8:30 p.m. Meet Steven Galloway, author of this years One Maryland, One Book title The Cellist of Sarajevo.
Saturday, Oct. 6
Out&About
Sunday, Oct. 7
PRAD Celebrates 35th Year! Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road South, Solomons) 10 a.m. Celebrate 35 years of Patuxent River Appreciation Days with FREE family fun for all ages! Southern Marylands longest running festival offers boat rides, live music, juried arts & crafts show, good food, model boat making exhibits, demonstrations, displays, and educational activities about recycling, oyster restoration, native plants, wildlife, restoration efforts, and more! The annual PRAD Parade with a one-mile route along Solomons Island Road begins on Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. Nonprofit organizations are welcome to join the parade with cash prizes offered for Best Float entries.
Mens Breakfast Friendship United Methodist Church (22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD) 8 a.m. The United Methodist Men of Friendship Methodist Church invite you to their monthly, 8am first Saturday, dutch breakfast. October 6 is at Petie Greens in Deale and Nov. 3 will be at Pirates Cove in Galesville. 410-257-7133, bsuedean@comcast.net, www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org. Gospel Concert Friendship United Methodist Church (22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD) 6:30 p.m. Gospel concert at Southern HS on Route 2 in Harwood. To benefit needy seniors, the South County Faith Network (SCFN) presents an all-star gospel show featuring exciting, moving performances by: Sour Notes, Spiritual Vibrations, Mt. Zion Ark Rd male choir, Psalm 95.1 from St. Matthews UMC, Dancing for Jesus from Sollers UMC, Faithplant from Mt. Zion Bayard Rd - Christian Rock, Voices from Heaven Childrens Choir from Centenary UMC. SCFN is a non-profit religious organization working to keep seniors and the disabled in their homes, living a safe life. $5 adults, $3 children 6-12. Free parking. Refreshments avail. Call SCFN at 410-867-1128 or visit southcountyfaithnetwork.org Second Annual Bay Harvestfest The Town of North Beach (8916 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 12-6 p.m. The streets overlooking the Chesapeake Bay will be adorned with festive fall decorations. Craft and food vendors and local farmers will line the streets to sell their fare. Gather on the pavilion to enjoy live music throughout the day. A mouth-watering seafood feast will be held at the end of the pier. Beer connoisseurs and wine enthusiasts can enjoy the beer and wine garden on 5th Street. Children can participate in the free childrens activities on the beach. And, the most exciting events of the day are the pig and duck races presented by the Southern Maryland Barnyard Runners. For more information, call 410-257-9618 or visit www.northbeachmd.org. 16th Annual Columbus Classic Soccer Tournament Game Day Team registrations are currently being accepted for the Central Maryland Soccer Associations 16th Annual Columbus Classic. The event is scheduled to take place the weekend of October 6-7 at venues in the Westminster area of Carroll County. The Classic is open to all USSF affiliated school, recreation and club teams in the mid-Atlantic region and is sanctioned by SAY and US Club Soccer. Competition is available for both boys and girls teams in the single age groupings of U8 thru U14 and the dual ages of U16 and U18. The tournament features round-robin competition, with all teams being guaranteed a minimum of three games with play-offs and championships where applicable. The tournaments guaranteed registration deadline is Monday, September 24th. Registration forms are available on the tournaments web page located at cmsasoccer.com. Contact Skip at 410-363-8610 or e-mail scorenews@aol.com for additional information. Young Eagles Chesapeake Ranch Estates Air Strip 9 a.m. Youths are welcome to come out for a day of flying and fun at the Chesapeake Ranch Estates.
Wednesday, Oct. 3
Cinema Caf The Ides of March Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 6-8:30 p.m. This film, starring George Clooney and Ryan Gosling, takes place during the frantic last days before a heavily contested Ohio presidential primary. An up-and-coming campaign press secretary finds himself involved in a political scandal that threatens to upend his candidates shot at the presidency. Based on Beau Willimons play Farragut North. For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Wednesday, Oct. 10
Blood Drive Friendship United Methodist Church (22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD) 12:30- 6:30 p.m. The church is 1 block east of the traffic circle on Route 2; 1-1/3 miles north of the light at Routes 2 & 260 in Owings. 410-2577133, bsuedean@comcast.net, www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org.
Saturday, Sept. 29
Blood Drive Huntingtown United Methodist Church (Ceelbration Hall, 4020 Hunting Creek Road, Huntingtown, MD) 7 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Please contact 301-855-2724 or 410-2577814 to schedule your life-saving donation. Southern Maryland Doll Show Damons Ballroom at Clarion Inn (45 St. Patricks Drive, Waldorf) 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Southern Maryland Doll Club is holding its 30th Annual Doll Show and Sale. The doll club is a not-for-profit organization. Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children under the age of 12.
Thursday, Oct. 18
Free Estate Planning Seminar Friendship United Methodist Church (22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD) 12:30- 6:30 p.m. Living trusts? Wills? Power of Attorney? Get all you need to know to plan ahead. Local attorney/expert Lyn Striegel is the speaker. You dont have to be old to really benefit from this program! 410-257-7133, bsuedean@comcast.net, www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org.
Thursday, Oct. 4
Senior Moments Annmarie Garden (13480 Dowell Road, Solomon) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Strictly for senior citizens, a gently guided session that will focus on projects (seasonal creations) that will encourage interaction! No reservations are required. $7.00 admission fee.
Sunday, Sept. 30
The Harbor Masters Melodies Historic Harbor Masters House in Lower Marlboro 3 and 6 p.m. Spotlight Music Series - Calvert Memorial Hospital is pleased to present a music series to raise funds for the hospitals Center for Breast Care. The Harbor Masters Melodies, will be held at the historic Harbor Masters House in Lower Marlboro. Author and period expert Jo Ellen Hayden will bring history alive, as she hosts a tour of the home. Concert will feature music through three centuries, followed by a wine reception overlooking the picturesque Patuxent River. Call 410-535-8178 to reserve your tickets.
Friday, Oct. 5
First Friday Tours of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard) 1 p.m. Enjoy a free behind-the-scenes tour of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility that houses more than 8 million artifacts, including collections from every county in Maryland. The guided tour allows visitors to get up close and personal with conservators and collections. Reservations are not required. For more information, call 410-586-8562 or visit www.jefpat.org. Open Studio Days Annmarie Garden (13480 Dowell Road, Solomon) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join Annmarie Garden in the open artLAB studio and create to your hearts content. No reservations are required. $7 admission fee. On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 1-4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Saturday, Oct. 20
Wicked Fun Fest Middleham Chapel (10200 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby) 5-9 p.m. Guided ghost tours will thrill visitors and guests may join the fun and fright at a dazzling bonfire, fascinating face painting, exciting childrens games and crafts, a family fun hay ride, silent movies, delicious food and drinks and more. Children are encouraged to visit from 5 to 7 pm, with older visitors for more fright from 7 to 9 pm. General admission will be $5 per person; Concessions extra. Middleham Chapel is the oldest building in Calvert County. The brick chapel was built in 1748, replacing the original 1684 wooden chapel. The bell was donated in 1699 by two brothers from Middleham, England. For more information: http://www.middlehamandstpeters.org, WickedFunFest@gmail. com or call 410-449-0111. Free Farm Heritage Festival Friendship United Methodist Church (22 West Friendship Road, Friendship, MD) 1- 5 p.m. Antique tractors & farm equipment * Farm animals * Hayrides, Corn shelling, hay baling, cider press * tractor-powered woodcutting, Old-time fire and other vehicles * Handson childrens activities. Shrimp and roast beef dinner and fabulous silent auction in the church same hours. 410-257-7133, bsuedean@comcast.net, www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org. The church is 1 block east of the traffic circle on Route 2; 1-1/3 miles north of the light at Routes 2 & 260 in Owings.
Monday, Oct. 1
ArtLab Moms Club Annmarie Garden (13480 Dowell Road, Solomon) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Discover your little ones creative potential. Gently guided sessions that will help your child make great art, fun toys, creative costumes, and new friends. No reservations are required; $7.00 for parent/child pair. Monday Morning Movies and More Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way,Prince Frederick) 10-11 a.m. Bring the little ones for a movie and a story! For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
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49. Musical pieces in slow tempo 51. Not crazy 52. Star Trek helm officer 53. Gave the axe 56. Make a mental connection 60.City founded by Xenophanes 61. Extremely angry 65. Wild Eurasian mountain goat 66. Voyage on water 67. Comforts 68. Otherwise 69. Young herrings in Norway 70. Weapon discharges 71. Prepares a dining table 1. Shopping pouches 2. Old Italian money 3. Central German river 4. Composer Ludwig van 5. A way to withdraw 6. Macaws 7. Radiotelegraphic signal 8. Highest card 9. Any bone of the tarsus 10. Places to store valuables
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11. Actor Ladd 12. Nutmeg seed covering 13. Vision organs 21. Abnormal breathing 23. Crownworks 25. Religious recluse 26. Fruits of the genus Musa 27. Thou __ do it 28. Repeatedly 29. Plant of a clone 31. African tribe 32. No. Irish borough & bay 33. French Chateau Royal 36. Bulk storage container 38. Good Wife Actress Julianna 43. Assoc. of Licensed Aircraft Engineers 45. An account of events 48. West __, archipelago 50. Coercion 51. Ancient Scand. bard 53. Leaves of the hemp plant 54. Jai __, sport 55. Designer Chapman 57. Having the skill to do something 58. Exam 59. Prior wives 62. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! 63. Volcanic mountain in Japan 64. Vietnamese offensive
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The Ordinary
Angler
By Keith McGuire Contributing Writer Under the category of having a blast, this autumn is becoming the best on record for me. When I dropped the boat in the water last Thursday at Buzzs Marina, I wasnt sure if I wanted to believe my own reports because fish will often make liars out of good, honest people particularly when there are different witnesses in the mix. One of the things that I love most about fishing is that every day is different. Different fish species move through the area at different times of the year, and move from place to place throughout the Bay depending on conditions including water quality, currents and natural bait sources. The challenge, of course, is to find them. Naturally, I set out to find the fish where I caught them the week before. Just as naturally, they werent there. I explored the inlet at St. Jeromes Creek, the artificial Woodrow Wilson Bridge reef at Point No Point, all around Point Lookout and into the mouth of the Potomac River up to Smith Creek. Everything caught on The Ordinary Angler was small and could not be kept, including a few small red drum one of my favorites and several small stripers. It was time to look elsewhere. I motored over to the Eastern Shore Islands and found speckled trout, redfish and stripers in good numbers there. By casting 3/8 ounce jig heads with various 4 plastics
in current passing close to points of land and other structures, my fishing partner and I managed to boat enough keepers to call it a great day. Motoring back across the Bay to St. Jeromes Creek, we found schools of breaking bluefish and stripers. We actually saw Spanish mackerel in the mix, but didnt catch any. We kept enough fish for a couple of good meals including specks, a 19 puppy drum, and one rockfish before finishing for the day. Almost all species of fish are still here in good numbers. Spot will be moving on soon, so if you want to try live-lining, do it now before they leave altogether. White perch and croakers continue to be caught by people who target them. White perch are of a decent size (10 inches and bigger), but the bigger croakers are beginning to diminish in numbers. There are more and more reports of folks catching small flounder. I expect that keepers will be reported soon. Folks who troll can expect to find good numbers of bluefish and an occasional Spanish mackerel, based on last weeks results. The mackerel will move out very soon as temperatures cool and the days get shorter. Stripers will begin their fall patterns soon, so a few of the bigger migrating fish should be catchable in the coming weeks. In the mean time, light tackle anglers are catching stripers with jigs and top-water lures with regularity in the rivers and around structure on the Bay. There are a few species of fish being
caught that are a little unusual for this area. The most abundant, or course, are the little redfish; but other fish like sea mullet, sheepshead, small sea bass, and even big red drum are also surprising some anglers. I dont know if its true, but unusual catches like these create optimism that conditions in the Bay are improving. I hope so. If you have a great day or catch something unusual, take a picture and send your report to me at riverdancekeith@gmail.com. Keith fishes weekly from his boat, The Ordinary Angler, during the season, and spends his free time supporting local conservation organizations.
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