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Reality shows such as the King of Pawn and Hardcore Pawn have changed the perception of the pawn shop but even they are not realistic, according to Eric Kovandzic, owner of Calvert Pawn.

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Delegate Fisher Speaks Against Question 7

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Maryland Delegate Mark Fisher (R27B) came out Monday evening to speak out against Question 7, which addresses the expansion of commercial gaming in Maryland. The approved law, which was taken to referendum, allowed the expansion of commercial gaming for the stated purpose of raising revenue for education. It authorized video lottery operation licensees to operate table games as defined by law; increased the maximum number of visor lottery terminals that can be operated in the state from 15,000 to 16,500; increased the maximum number of video lottery operation licenses that may be awarded in the state from 5 to 6; and, allowed a video lottery facility to operate at National Harbor in Prince Georges County. Fisher spoke out against the whole package during the Monday evening Republican Mens Club meeting at the Elks Lodge in Prince Frederick. Fisher said the bill was not in the best interest of Maryland taxpayers. He said there is language attached allowing casinos to not pay personal property tax, while small business owners not paying personal property tax could have their charter pulled. There is also language making sure casino owners get tax credits for their expansion expenses, never mind the fact small business owners who could really use the break dont get the same consideration. He also claimed the potential holder of the new license at National Harbor, MGM, was all but chosen when the bill passed. He said the plan was never to have an open bid process, and the idea there would be, was an illusion designed to get the bill passed. Voting for or against the issue isnt a mater of being pro or anti gambling, Fisher said. Voting to pass the bill would be the same as voting that the government should be allowed to go back on deals when somebody greased a palm somewhere along the way, allowing a corrupt government faction to get its way. Another example of this bill being tied up in immoral politics is the allowance give to allow veterans organizations, like the American Legion, to have machines when no other entity is allowed the privilege. Fisher said this was only done to garner more yes votes for the bill. He added another illusion is that schools would benefit from this bill. He said the money is earmarked for schools, but there is no lock on that box, so money going into the fund for school can flow right back out for other, non-educational uses. Fisher said the best thing Maryland voters can do is send the bill back to Annapolis. The speaker at Novembers Calvert Republican Mens Club will be state comptroller Peter Franchot. sarahmiller@countytimes. net
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In addition to the race for President between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney, there are other important races that will affect Southern Maryland residents to be settled on Election Day, Nov. 6, 2012. The Calvert Gazette invites local residents to get involved in the debate. If you had the opportunity to talk to the candidates, what would you say? What would you ask? Is there something you want to know more about? Are there issues that are important to you that seem to never get talked about? Now is your chance to be heard. We are asking residents, readers and local voters to email the Calvert Gazette questions that you want us to ask the candidates on your behalf. You can ask whatever you think is important, and we will do our best to get them answered by each candidate. Then, we will publish all the questions and answers before Election Day. Please email your questions to info@SOMDpublishing.net, under the subject Election Questions. Please include your full name and town of residence (and a picture of yourself if you want to be famous). If you want to mail questions, write to Calvert Gazette, Attn. Sean Rice, P.O. Box 250, Hollywood, MD 20636. In addition to Calvert Board of Education races, local voters will help decide the race between Congressman Steny Hoyer (D) and Maryland Delegate Anthony ODonnell (R) for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives and the race between Senator Ben Cardin (D) and Dan Bongino (R) for a seat in the U.S. Senate. The deadline for receiving questions is Oct. 26, 2012.

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Calvert County Neighborhood Watch program held their monthly meeting Monday, discussing the countys sex offender registry with Sgt. Tim Fridman and getting an update on the Underage Alcohol Abuse Reduction Team from coordinator Anna Black. Fridman opened his presentation by

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120 Sex Offenders Reside in Calvert

telling the group there are 120 sex offenders currently residing in Calvert County, split amongst three tiers. Offenders in the first tier are guilty of fourth-degree sex offenses, possession of child pornography, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion or other misdemeanors. Tier one offenders are required to be on the registry for 15 years and are required to register in twice per year. The majority of the offenders living in Calvert are in the tier one group. Tier two offenders are found guilty of assault with intent to rape or sexually abuse, distribution of child pornography, third-degree sexual offenses, sexual solicitation of a minor or running a house of prostitution, among other offenses. Tier two offenders are required to be on the registry for 25 years and are required to register twice per year. Tier three offenders are on the register for life and are required to register every three months. They are found guilty of child kidnapping, incest, first-degree rape or sex offenses, murder with intent to rape or sexually offend or sexual abuse of a minor. Fridman asserted not all sexual offenders target children. They are also not the stereotypical basement that smells like cat pee dwellers, and they are not necessarily homeless, poor or even easily identifiable by sight. He said offenders run the gamut, from men to women and homeless drifters to individuals holding a steady job. Sex offenders registering as homeless have to check in once per week, Fridman said, and they have the system set up so nobody can easily slip through the cracks. He said between all the offenders, he and his division make over 1,000 home visits per year to check up on individuals and make sure their records are up to date, including their place of residence, the car they drive and even their hair color. Our countys really hard to live in as a sex offender, he said. Because sexual offenders cannot be identified by sight, Fridman said its important for parents to inform their children. They should make sure children feel safe reporting anything that doesnt feel right, from a friendly uncle touching them in ways that make them uncomfortable to people on the Internet asking for too much personal information. He said parents should never brush off what their children say, and should be careful to monitor who they are with, where they go and to whom they talk. He also warned the public to only trust information about local sex offenders from the official state registry, kept up to date by counties. Any other registries may be out of date or wrong. For the official list, see the Sex Offender Registry link at dpscs.state. md.us. In other news, the Underage Alcohol Abuse Reduction Team has decided to start with the Calvert Ranch Estates as their focal point, and plans to inform and prevent underage drinking and adults supplying alcohol to minors. There will be a training session for individuals interested in forming or joining a neighborhood watch program Oct. 20 from 12-2:30. For more information, contact Candice DAgostino at 410-535-3733. The next Neighborhood Watch Program meeting will be at the Holiday Inn in Prince Frederick at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 12. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Photo by Sarah Miller Deputy Greg Cameron, left, Sgt. Jeff Jones and Sgt. Tom Fridman at the Neighborhood Watch meeting.

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Reactor Shutdown Resulted From Dropped Rod

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A carbon control rod used to slow or stop the fission reaction at Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in Lusby dropped into the reactor core unexpectedly in August, according to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), causing the plant operators to shut down the reactor to retrieve the rod. The shut down had been reported at the time of the occurrence, NRC spokesman Neil Sheehan said, and the latest report showed that the operators acted properly. We were satisfied with their response to it, Sheehan said. The gripping apparatus that suspends the control rods over the reactor allowed the rod to slip and fall in, the report on the Aug. 12 shutdown said. The rod was retrieved and the gripping mechanism was repaired, the report stated. The NRC reviewed this incident and determined that the failure of the portion of the gripping system that held the dropped control rod did not interfere with the ability of that rod to perform its safety function, the report read. When that portion of the gripping system failed, the control rod dropped into the core, as designed. The dropping of the rod inadvertently was undesirable, the report stated, but did not rise to the level of a serious safety problem. There are 77 total control rods on hand to control the nuclear reaction in Unit No. 1 at Calvert Cliffs. There have been several such incidents at the plant in the past several years but Sheehan said that the levels have not reached the point where NRC would have to engage in more oversight there. If a plant has more than three unplanned shutdowns during that period [7,000 hours of operation] we will increase our oversight, Sheehan said in an e-mail. That said, we are always on the lookout for adverse trends at plants. If we identify any performance issues at the plants as a result of our ongoing reviews, we will not hesitate to take additional actions. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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From Prison to Prosperity

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

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Local Author Details Lifes High and Low Points

From owning a nightclub and a bricklaying business to watching the love of his life murdered, going to prison for assault, contemplating suicide and eventually turning his life around again, St. Leonard author Glenn Meredith Taylor lays all the details of his life bare in his two volume memoir Sixty Years in Battle with the Power of the Devil and Still Counting. Taylor wrote the first draft of his memoir while in prison, with a rubber pen on a yellow notepad. He said while writing, he began reliving his life, and fellow inmates and prison guards would ask him how it was coming, and for the story he was writing at that moment. He said he wanted to use his life to inspire people, and to show how big an impact the wrong choices can make. You cant show someone where you are unless you show them there youve Glenn Meredith Taylor Photo by Sarah Miller been, he said. Taylors life isnt just God has blessed me incredibly, he marred by violence and a stay in prison. said. His books detail abuse he suffered as a He said he is trying to repair broken child, and watching his wife and love of relationships and make amends for his his life, Phyllis, murdered in their home past mistakes. He has also been going on by a mutual friend who wanted Phyllis small vacations with his family and genfor himself. The friend then turned the erally been trying to enjoy life. gun on Taylor and shot him several times. The things that have happened I Taylor still carries one of the bullets un- would have never believed would hapder the skin in his forearm, a reminder of pen, he said. one of his many near-death experiences. He has also been building new relaDespite the darkness of his past, Tay- tionships with people he works for and lor is determined to prove it is never too with. When his book was being publate for a fresh start. After being released lished, Taylor saw it as another way to on parole, Taylor started rebuilding his share his good fortune. He met Andrew business, J&G Masonry Contractors M. Craven at Staples in Prince Frederick, based out of Lusby. They specialize in and was so impressed by his artwork that historical restoration, brick, block stone- he asked him to come up with cover art work, fireplaces, patios and concrete. for the books. Taylor then successfully Little by little he and his son, co-owner went to bat against Tate Publishing to Joshua Taylor, have saved nearly enough convince them to use Cravens artwork. to purchase for a fixer-upper house withTaylor said he spared no details from out taking out a loan. He said he and his his life story, but would rate the worst sons family, including a wife and chil- passages PG13. He said he refrained from dren, will move in together and fix the swearing throughout, and there are no house up themselves. graphic sexual scenes. Recently, he said he went before Books are available through bookthe same judge who sentenced him to 10 stores nationwide, from the publisher at years in prison for permission to leave the www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or state with his new book, and the judge by visiting www.barnesandnoble.com or was so impressed by Taylors struggle to www.amazon.com. turn his life around that he released him from parole. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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By Corrin M. Howe Staff Writer Annemarie Gardens artLAB has a colorful mosaic seascape mural along the back wall. Upon closer look the materials used are tops of soda bottles, laundry detergent jugs and orange juice cartons. In fact the artLABs purpose is to provide people with an opportunity to create art using items which would otherwise be tossed in the landfill. While the center does have open days where people can come in and browse the wall of materials and look through idea books, it also offers a number of weekly clubs that guide students through various projects, according to artLAB instructor Allie Snyder. You dont have to be creative. The

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Then they can take their mini-midden home and watch it grow. Some of the projects created in the artLAB sell and the money goes back into the program. On sale currently are test tubes turned into miniature vases. Rings made with left over jewelry wire and pieces from broken costume jewelry. Lapel pins, hair barrettes, and magnets created from old tshirts or the bottoms of plastic soda bottles sold for $5 during ArtsFest. Melting plastic, you never know how it is going to turn out, Synder said of making the flowers from bottle bottoms. But its addictive. Some of the donated material is put to use around the artLAB. Table knives were bent to make hooks for jackets or purses. Driftwood turned into displays for the rings. Baskets, cans and jugs became containers for other supplies. Although most of the club meetings have projects already picked out, Snyder said they are open to ideas for the future. The clubs are for young and old and a cross section of demographics. The different clubs include Moms club, Homeschool and Toddler Tuesdays, Wednesday Wine Nights, As Seen On Pinterest, Senior Moments and Open Studio. The artLAB can be booked for birthday parties and other special occasions. For more information, check out the website at annmariegarden.org, or call 410-326-4640. Those wishing to donate materials to the lab should call first because storage is an issue. Furthermore, Snyder said they request at least 15 of the same item for a class or club.

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Changing the Image of Pawn Shops

By Corrin M. Howe Staff Writer Reality shows such as the King of Pawn and Hardcore Pawn have changed the perception of the pawn shop but even they are not realistic, according to Eric Kovandzic, owner of Calvert Pawn. I can count on one hand how many times a customer has yelled at me. Kovandzic managed a relatives pawn shop in Prince Georges county for the past 12 years and looked into opening one in Calvert two or three years ago. He wanted a clean, brightly lit, safe and organized shop. Something comfortable for those with a family. That was my goal, Kovandzic said. He is starting off with a small location, behind the Outback Steakhouse in Prince Frederick, because he wasnt sure about the amount of business he will have. But hes hoping to expand in a couple of years. Like the television shows portray, Calvert Pawn will accept items as collateral on small loans. Customers have 30 days and a few days leeway to bring back the amount of the loan plus the pawn fee. Pawn shops offer individuals who need money to pay an unexpected bill or prescription, Kovandzic said. There are many people who are unbanked or underbanked. They dont have a credit card. If they are not able to repay the loan, there is no consequence on their credit, because theyve already repayed the loan by leaving collateral. I have the same people bringing in the same item over and over again. The catch is that Konvandzic has to be able to resell the item. Therefore he mostly deals in jewelry, electronics and musical instruments. A customer can also come in and sell an item for cash and not worry about coming back to reclaim it. Kovandzic said it takes awhile to build up inventory, but the other shop he manages helped him get started. Part of the business is knowing what the value items can bring. There is a steep learning curve both from loaning (money on) and selling items. If you dont know, you need to know how to find out how.

Eric Kovandzic, owner of Calvert Pawn, stands behind his jewelry case.

Because many of his items are clustered in similar groups, he has different ranges in which he is comfortable. He said that the items themselves dictate how to value them. Jewelry evaluates differently than a TV. One is easier to sell. He said a pawn shop operates under different laws than other stores in the area which will take used electronics for store credit or money. He is required to list, describe, and make note of the person bringing in an item and then submit this information on a daily basis to law enforcement. I want to do it. Because if I take a stolen item the police recover it and we take the loss. I try my best not to accept

stolen items. Jewelry and gold are one if his biggest parts of his business. People are surprised what they get for a few broken bracelets and chains. Furthermore, the markup on his jewelry is much less than that of retail stores. For more information about Calvert Pawn go to http:// www.calvertpawn.com or call 410-535-0488. corrin@somdpublishing.net

New Thrift Shop Opens in Solomons

By Corrin M. Howe Staff Writer Open only eight weeks and Vintage Treasures Thrift Shop in Solomons already has repeat customers, according to owner Cindy Ireland Shes humble and friendly. If she werent I wouldnt come back here, said Vanessa Whiteman, who only recently discovered the thrift store at the former Pepper's Pet Pantry location, in the shopping center that includes Patuxent Adventure Center and the Laughing Buddha. Originally Ireland opened her store in St. Leonard in a small building behind the Chesapeake Auction House. I didnt get enough traffic and visibility, but it was a good learning experience. I started out small and learned a lot. I learned how to do the auctions. I needed the experience before I came down to Solomons, Ireland said. She has always been a small business owner, running a cleaning business most recently. She still has the business, but is in the process of transition out into her retirement business the thrift store. So many customers are excited I am here. Otherwise they have to drive up north. I have repeat customers and discovered that SMILE sends them here when they cant find what they want there, Ireland said. Vintage Treasures is not a consignment store, it is a for-profit business; however she has several goals in mind for her business. One is to keep stuff out of the landfill. Another is to slowly help out the community. Right now 10 percent of her profits are going to a gentleman with pancreatic cancer. She also gives store credit to moms who dont have enough money to purchase items for their babies. Currently she is opened seven days a week and recommends checking out her Facebook page for her hours: facebook. com/pages/Vintage-Treasures-ThriftShop/304200919602799 corrin@somdpublishing.net

Vintage Treasures owner Cindy Ireland rings up a purchase for Vanessa Whiteman.

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Calverton Lady Cougars Win Pink Game

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer During their Oct. 5 game, the Calverton Lady Cougars soccer team donned pink uniforms in recognition of October being breast cancer awareness month. In addition to wearing pink, the girls hit the streets, store fronts and the county fair to collect money to donate to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Susan G. Komen representatives were on hand to accept a check for $2,677 from the soccer team. Team parent Renee Bouchard said the goal was for each of the 19 girls on the team to raise $100 to pay for a pink jersey, which they get to keep, and the remainder would go to Susan G. Komen. A parent stepped up and covered the cost of the jerseys, leaving them able to donate all of their fundraising proceeds. The girls also met breast cancer survivors and patients, who took time to stop and thank the girls for what they were doing, an experience Bouchard said will stay with the girls long after October is over. The girls raised money in small donations, dollars dropped in jars while they sat in front of stores and at the county fair, and Bouchard said the actual amount raised may be more than $2,700 once all the last minute additions are tallied. Team captain and senior Peyton Draper said she was happy to be involved in the fundraising. She said everyone has a relative or a friend affected by breast cancer, and its important that the community rally around those people. She said Coach Carlton Leslie came up with the plan and the team embraced it. We really just through it was a good cause, Draper said.

The Calverton ladies soccer team presents a check to Susan G. Komen representatives.

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Leslie said he got the idea from a similar game Calvert High School played. He wanted to do it last year, but the logistics didnt work out. He said next year, the team plans to get an earlier start in hopes of raising even more money for cancer research.

After the check presentation, it was game time. Calverton went up against Grace Christian, with the final score 6:0 for a Calverton win. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Grandparents Welcomed to Cardinal Hickey

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Grandparents from all over, from as local as Owings to out of the state, congregated at Cardinal Hickey Academy for the annual Grandparents Day. We dont ever miss it, said Anna Pierpont of Owings. We love it. Pierpont is a grandmother of four current Cardinal Hickery students, with one having left the school. For Bonnie Perratto, this was her first Grandparents Day, and she came from Delaware to spend the day with her third grade grand daughter. She said she likes the school, and loves to see how excited the kids are to welcome their grandparents in for the day. The school has been hosting Grandparents Day for 15 years, said Principal Jennifer Griffith. She said it is important to involve grandparents in the school because it strengthens the community, family atmosphere the small school prides itself on. She said Grandparents day is particularly special for second and eighth graders, who are allowed to eat lunch with their grandparents before they are released at noon with the rest of the school, giving grandparents half a day to spend with their grandchildren. Bill McClay from Bowie said hes never missed a Grandparents Day with his fifth grade grandchild. He said
Photo By Sarah Miller Cardinal Hickey Academy students perform in concert for their grandparents.

he enjoys seeing the children show off, several classes make crafts to give to their guests and whole school gathers at the end of the half-day for a musical presentation by each grade. Its just a nice day, he said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Schools Replacing Old Software

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Calvert County Schools are replacing a 25-year-old software system district wide, and getting some system upgrades to boot. A new Lawson system is replacing the existing internal business operations software that is used by employees, according to Chief Budget and Business Officer Tammy McCourt. The new system is being implemented in a multi-phase project, as it has several different components that are of benefit to bringing our business operations into the 21st century and allowing for ease and efficiencies in operations, she said in an e-mail. Phase one was General Ledger and Purchasing, which went live in FY2011. The second phase is Human Resources and Payroll, which is being implemented now. The third phase will include an Employee Self-Service Portal, McCourt said. The new system, once fully implemented, will allow for increased transparency, automated routing of purchasing requests, paperless purchase orders, an online purchasing platform to all for increased accuracy in communication of discounted governmental pricing and increased budgetary controls. It will also allow employees to view paystubs and W2s online and change their own address and tax elections online, McCourt said. The system will streamline processes for the schools and eliminate redundant data entry. Lawson will allow the district to keep more files digitally by allowing many files to be stored and retrieved digitally. It will also mesh with preexisting digital functions, like electronic approval for purchases, as well as adding a human resources function, McCourt said. Lawson will help the district operate more efficiently. McCourt said all employees will soon be able to access their paystubs and W-2's online, view leave balances, make address and tax changes online. It will allow for electronic transmission of data with third-party vendors, such as medical insurance and MSRA, allow for online open enrollment for changes in medical insurance coverage. These will all be positive changes in the operation of Calvert Public schools. Effective and efficient business operations will positively impact the overall structure and mission of Calvert County Public Schools, McCourt said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Board of Education Candidate Joe R. Chenelly has five children in the public schools, and is concerned about issues he sees going unaddressed in the district, like bullying and drug use. He is hoping to shed light on those issues by running for the Board of Education. Chenelly said his first priority is to get the system onto a better financial track and improve the safety and quality of the learning environment. Even with five kids and a full time job, he said it is important to make time to do this, and believes if he doesnt stand up and address things worrying him then he cant expect anybody else to do so. There are three main issues Chenelly said he sees need addressed in schools drug abuse, bullying and facilities maintenance. He said bullying is not addressed to the extent it should be, and often the methods of dealing with a bully include moving their target to another classroom, which is more of a punishment to the victim than the bully. When it comes to facilities maintenance, he said there are roofs that need replacing and some schools have mold issues. There are also schools that need work done to the HVAC systems. He said there are also some cases of schools with bacteria in the drinking water. Hes concerned with the schools removing DARE from elementary schools, and wants to see more drug use prevention for younger students. Chenelly said he would also like to help the school district take a hard look at the budget, which he views as the biggest issue Calvert schools is facing. He said the district needs to look at consolidating positions that are redundant and finding places to trim. He said he would also like to see teachers get a decent pay raise. The teachers need to be a vocal part of the decision making process in the schools, Chenelly said. He said he wants to see the

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district become more transparent and open more lines of communication, allowing everyone to have a voice. If one side has all the information, we cant be effective as a team, he said. He believes he is the right man for the job because the schools need better communications now, between administration and teachers and parents and all other groups involved in education, and his entire background is based in communication, having worked for newspapers and magazines most of his adult life. Coming from a background in communications, he said he can help the district over rough patches in the future. We have great schools, but they can get better, he said. Chenelly faces incumbent Cliff Savoy for the District 1 seat on the board. Election day is Nov. 6. For more information about Chenelly and his positions, visit www.choosejoe. com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer

Lusby Motors Roots Go Back Nearly 100 Years

passed down through the generations from Maurice T. Lusby, Sr. down to the current heads of business, brothers Maurice T. Lusby, III, president, and Charles Lusby, vice president. In nearly 100 years the business hasnt moved. The original business opened in 1921. Near where John Deere lawnmowers, chainsaws and weed whackers now reside there was a filling station selling used Ford parts and 50-cent cigars. Maurice Lusby said the store got into the hardware side when Martin Brothers burned down in 1935. There was a need in the community for someone to sell hardware, and Lusby said his grandfather stepped up to the plate. Through the 1920s into the mid-1940s, the store sold Dodge cars and trucks, until World War II started and all variety of businesses took a hit to help in the war effort, Lusby said. In the 1940s, when Lusbys father was active in the business, the store began selling John Deere tractors to better serve rural Calvert County. In 1959, he said the agricultural community had shrunk to such a size that they stopped selling the large John Deere products. From the 1930s through the 1950s, Lusby Motor Company was the only place around to purchase hardware items aside from basic hammers and nails, Lusby said. In 1962, the current main building was constructed and the old store was used for storage. In 1970, the old store was torn down and a new area was added to the hardware store in its place. Lusby said the new area was once a gift shop, selling crafts and other items. Now, that section houses a variety of John Deere and power yard maintenance products. Traditionally the business purchased and sold products from a number of different independent hardware wholesalers. Lusby said buying in bulk was the only way to get what the store needed to have in stock. In 1965, they joined American Hardware and Supply, one of three hardware cooperatives that would become True Value. Now, there is no need to buy in bulk. Carrying a wide variety is something Lusby Motor Company prides itself on, Lusby said. We dont sell a whole lot of any one thing, but we sell a whole lot, Lusby said. Carrying a large variety of products is a large component of efficient customer service. You cant tell people itll come in two weeks, Lusby said. You have to have it in stock. Having items in stock is not the only secret to a successful business, Lusby said.

No matter the size or scope of the project or the nature of what needs fixing, Lusby Motor Company in Prince Frederick is ready and willing to serve. In its 91-year history, Lusby Motor Company has sold gas, used car parts, Dodge cars and trucks, John Deere tractors, chainsaws, stove pipe and wood pellets. The homegrown business has been

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In todays environment, youre going to need parts and someone whos capable of working on it, Lusby said. Lusby said the company found its niche in outdoor power equipment. The store is equipped to service anything they sell, and there are employees on site who work on equipment, while other stores would have to send equipment out to service the warranty. For larger equipment, he said they are willing to schedule at-home retrievals and deliveries. Maurices son, Wes Lusby, is the service manager and has been working in the store for 12 years, and he helps work on equipment, as well as serving as a point of contact for customers. It is typical to wear a number of hats when working for a family owned business, Wes said. He said he has been around the business since he was a kid, having left for a while to go to college before coming back. He said working for a company started by his great-grandfather and maintained throughout generations can be challenging and fun, and he wants to promote the business in a forward direction. He agreed with his father, saying it is a point of pride that they service 99 percent of the products they sell on site. He said the products they sell are upper end, top of the line equipment and they get loyal customers because they stand by their products. Customers arent the only individuals loyal to the store. There have been several long term employees, including one who worked at the store 50 years, Lusby said. Some have only left the store due to old age or death. Sales Manager Cynthia Ward has been with Lusby Motor Company for 35 years, and said she can remember when the gift shop was housed in the store. Like Wes, she said there are several return customers who come back because of the level of service they get. Customer service doesnt just mean servicing equipment they sell, Lusby said. Sales people are expected to gain a level of knowledge so they can recommend the proper tools and equipment. In some instances, such recommendations can be

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and dependable. In the hardware business, there are substantial changes approximately in 10 year cycles, Lusby said. Lusby Motor Company has seen the advent of hybrid lumber stores like Home Depot and Lowes and the rising presence of the Internet. Now, businesses cant get noticed without a decent website, and customers do their own research before coming in, and they want a second opinion on items they are looking for. Without a good, useable website, Lusby said they would lose a lot of business. Lusby compares the store to a doctors office. You have a problem and were here to help, he said. The company takes pride in being willing and able to help anybody who comes into the store, and Lusby said anybody who comes in will get personalized attention from an employee on hand. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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October is End Hunger Month

It is easy to focus on hunger as a distant problem in poorer states and poorer countries. But the fact is that Calvert County has its own hunger crisis right here. Local food pantries county-wide are overwhelmed with the ever increasing number of people needing their services. The food pantries of the End Hunger In Calvert County network are serving over 500 families per week. Thats right over 500 families per week. 10,000 people per year are utilizing Calvert County food pantries. These folks are not the homeless, people with addictions or disabilities. They are our neighbors, friends, they are family members. They are folks whose work hours have been cut back, theyve been laid off, their businesses have closed and their jobs have disappeared. They are us. And you can help. This is why every October has been officially declared End Hunger In Calvert County Month. During the month of October you can support and participate in the following End Hunger events: Oct. 1-31: Calverts county-wide food drive (see our website for drop off locations); Oct. 6, 13: Community Harvest Days at the Farms4Hunger; Oct. 13: The End Hunger Car Show at Bayside Chevrolet; Oct. 19: Feed The Green wear green to show your support to End Hunger In Calvert County; and, Oct. 20: 3rd Annual 5k Run to End Hunger at Trinity United Methodist Church. Information on all these events can be found at our website: endhungercalvert.org. The best part about all these events is that ALL PROCEEDS stay right here in Calvert County. 100 percent of the proceeds go to stock the shelves of the End Hunger Food Pantries. Friends, we live in a blessed and prosperous county. The true test of our compassion is how we care for those in our own backyard. Consider this: $20 feeds a family of 4 for a month. Please support End Hunger In Calvert County Month. Theres something everyone can do. May God bless you and those you love. Rev. Robert P. Hahn, Chair End Hunger In Calvert County Huntingtown, MD

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2 As I sat down to write this column, I ran through events of the last several weeks to choose a topic. That list included Artsfest; the Solomons Offshore Grand Prix; the Watermens Festival; the Fair; Fundraisers for Frankie Hayward III; the Alzheimers Walk; the WWII RememberedMilitary Salute Fair with Bob Hope; a Fundraiser for Little Livi, a tiny premature infant with parents struggling to pay the bills; a 5k Fundraiser for the Humane Society; a Poker Run in memory of Page Ramsey to benefit the Calvert Memorial Hospital Infusion Center; the United Way Day of Caring; Prescription Drug Take Back Day following a Community Forum on Prescription Drug Abuse; an Anti-bullying Rally led by a youngster named Unique; a celebration of Calvert County again being named one of the 100 best communities for raising children; the Patriot Classic Marching Band Competition; art openings and ribbon cuttings for new businesses; the International Day of Peace Roundtable; scientific presentations on tiger beetles, shore erosion, and vibrio bacteria; a hoe-down for Cancer Care; the Meals on Wheels Annual Meeting and Ice Cream Social; the Affair at Point Farm to benefit the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum; the Forget Me Not Fitness Hop; movies at the Library and on the beach; concerts; and the my DiCarlo Oktoberfest to benefit Calvert HealthTravis DonBullian and Jim 6:00-10:00pm care Solutions and so many more that I Friday, November 2, 2012 can not even name them all!! ke Beach, MD American Legion, Chesapea The Calvert You are Beautiful Travis and Jimmy were both seriously injured on August 4, 2012 Awards Ceremony was held. Commuwhile participating in a Poker Run to benet an individual with stage 4 pancreatic nity members and organizations nomicancer. The motorcycles they were riding were struck by a trailer that came unattached from the vehicle pulling it and hit them both head on. Both individuals nate beautiful people who have conhave contributed a great deal to Calvert County and the surrounding areas. They have tributed to making Calvert County a worked with the Wounded Warriors, Disabled American Veterans, Habitat for better place. Every nominee has made Humanity, Christmas in April and United Way just to name a few. Jimmy is a United States Army veteran and retired reghter. Travis owns TD Renovations and has special contributions. Carol Miller coached many soccer teams through the years. These guys give so much to their of American Legion Post 274 Auxfamilies, friends and community. Please come out and help us give back to them. iliary in Lusby, MD was named CalProceeds to go directly to Travis and Jimmy to help pay household and medical bills. verts Most Beautiful Person for 2012. Still accepting Sponsors & Donations Anyone acquainted with Carol knows why she earned this recognition. She is the epitome of what makes Calvert County so special. I havent even touched on our all volunteer fire and rescues departments, which provide professional services at huge savings to the taxpayers of Calvert County. Yes, we have political contests and disagreements, some of which get into the weeds, and some of which you read about in this column. Reading the Facebook comments about the first presidential debate, I was struck by how sincere our friends and neighbors are about wanting the best for our country, our state, and our county even as we disagree on what that best looks like and who is the best candidate. Ultimately, the debate itself reaffirms that we are a country that cares. Many more opportunities for showing our Calvert community spirit are coming up as well as many that benefit our neighbors. I will see you there! I just had to say it: when it comes to caring, Calvert County is at the top!!

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer No matter their skill set or location in the community, the Calvert County library system can put any willing volunteer to work in one of its four branches. Calverts libraries depend on volunteers to help with day to day operations, from helping prepare crafts for childrens programs to pulling books from the shelves for delivery to other libraries. The Friends of Calvert Library and the Calvert Library Foundation work to raise money for the libraries and various things that would not otherwise be feasible in the librarys budget. Calvert Library Director Patricia Hofmann said library volunteers are amazingly dedicated and assist the staff in countless ways. She said every department, from circulation to childrens programming, has its own group of dedicated volunteers. Volunteers are interviewed by volunteer coordinators at each branch to see where they would be best utilized, Hofmann said. Public Relations Coordinator Robyn Truslow said she collects applications throughout the year and holds orientations for incoming volunteers. Friends of the Library and the Calvert Library Foundation are only two of many ways to get involved as a volunteer in the libraries, Truslow said. Calvert Library Foundation president Kip At Lee said the foundation helps upgrade libraries. We like to say we make the difference between a good library and a great library, At Lee said. At Lee, a member of the foundation board for six years and counting, said they tend to approach businesses and corporations for donations, as well as looking for grants and other larger revenue sources. They have helped pay for furniture, the blue caf floor in the Prince Frederick branch library, and other high dollar luxuries, in addition to electronic games, sound systems and computers. Currently, the foundation is approximately $138,000 into a $200,000 fundraising campaign to help outfit the former Woodburns store in Solomons, which will soon house the new southern branch library, currently in the Southern Community Center in Lusby. The amount is significant, and At Lee said the foundation is searching for donations to help close in on their end goal. At Lee said he volunteers because he loves the library and believes libraries are the guarantors of Democracy. He said he urges others to volunteer because it makes a difference, and community involvement is what makes a really fine library. Martha Grahme has been involved in the library for 20 years and had been president of Friends of the Library for 18. She said in all that time, most leaders of the friends have not left their post. People come on our board and they stay, she said. The friends host annual book sales as well as a bookstore in each branch of the library, selling gently used books and movies for cheap. Friends member and 10-year volunteer JoAnn Larkin said individuals can purchase three childrens books for $1. This price makes the books available to teachers and parents who may not normally be able to afford a large number of such materials. Money from Friends fundraisers has gone to purchase a disc cleaning device for CDs and DVDs, digital cameras, helping find library events such as author signings and teen activities. We put the cream and sugar in the coffee, Grahme said. Larkin said she comes in during late afternoon and early evening to help cull the donations, sometimes replacing books on shelves with newer versions, or putting a selection into circulation if its not already in the system. Sometimes the only thing to do is send donations to be recycled, she said. A lot of people think every book is valuable, no matter what it is, she said. Outdated textbooks, encyclopedias and how-to manuals are of no use, she said. Other books say a lot about the person donating them. One time they received a bunch of books on beekeeping, another time on ESP. She said some books they get in have odd topics or weird sexual slants, and her job is to wade through the oddities to find the gems. Hofmann said it is normal for a volunteer to stay with the libraries long-term. A number of volunteers are retired employees who came back because they missed the day-to-day interaction with the public, and she said she looks forward to volunteering once she retires. Volunteers get as much as they get out of serving the libraries. Recently, all volunteers who put in 30 hours or more in the last year were invited to a luncheon, which has 63 attendees, Truslow said. For Grahme, volunteering at the library was something she picked up after retiring and, after celebrating her 80th birthday recently, has no plans to stop. Its rewarding to wake up and know you have a purpose, she said. Adding she has known individuals who become functionally invisible as they age, not going out into the community and getting involved. Grahme is at the Prince Frederick library two or three times per week, sorting books to go out to other libraries in the tri county area, double checking new library card applications to be sure they are entered into the system correctly and posting library event announcements to different websites. She has even gone to different functions from Texas to Philadelphia representing Calvert County libraries. She said working with the libraries has been wonderful. She said its a blessing in her life to be wanted somewhere and doing something constructive, she said. I cant tell you what a wonderful place Calvert library is, Grahme said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Ronald Booze, 56
Ronald Patrick Booze, 56, of Suitland, MD passed away on Sept 22, 2012 at Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC. Ronald was born on Oct. 27, 1955, to Helen Lucy Briscoe and Samuel R. Booze (deceased). He was also raised as a teenager by his stepfather, the late James Briscoe. Ronald was born at DC General Hospital, Washington DC and raised in Washington, DC. He attended the District of Columbia Public Schools. Ronald married at a very young age, had two sons Ronald Jr., and Reginal, and later divorced. Ronald worked several jobs throughout his life to include Shadd Elementary School, and Ballou Senior High School in Washington, DC. He also worked for Melwood until his departure from this life. As a child, Ronald attended Coopers United Methodist Church, Dunkirk, Maryland. He always supported his Mother for Family and Friends Day at Peace Baptist Church. Ronald had a passion for watching sports on TV mainly football (Redskins Fan), basketball, baseball, and bowling which he did with his stepfather. Talk about nicknames for family and friends he could pick them. If you wanted a good laugh, ask Ronald to tell you a joke; and he would laugh himself while telling it. Ronald also enjoyed cooking hams, spaghetti and making his favorite crab salad. His mother is a stranger to technology so if she did not know how to get someplace there was Ronald doing the driving. Ronald is survived by his mother, Helen Lucy Briscoe; sister Gloria Booze, brothers, Samuel Mackall (Arlene), Garland and Kevin Booze; children, Ronald P. Booze, Jr., Reginal L. Booze, Chaqquita L. Young, and Delores H. Booze; grandchild Malik Booze; stepsister Sherry Pollock (Charles), stepbrother Jimmy Briscoe (Helen). He is also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, coworkers and friends. Funeral service was held on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012, at Dunkirk Baptist Church, Dunkirk, MD with Minister Richard Offord as eulogist and Pastor Sandra Smith officiating. The interment was at Cooper's UM Church Cemetery, Dunkirk, MD. The pallbearers were Ronald Patrick Booze, Jr., Reginal L. Booze, Calvert Ford, Maurice Henry, Donald Parish and Earl Thomas. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Landous Creek, 79
Landous Louise Creek, 79, a resident of Owings, MD died on Sept. 24, 2012, at her residence following a long illness. She was born March 4, 1933 in Owings, MD, to Stanley Morris and Zelma Margaret Louise Rawlings. She attended Calvert County Public Schools and was an active of Vineyard Deliverance Evangelistic Church in Mechanicsville, MD. She leaves to cherish her loving memories: her husband, Arthur Columbus Creek; eight children, Arthur Lee Evans, Bertina Creek (Jesse) Franklin, Bobby (Gladys) Creek, Clifton (Paulette) Creek, Brenda Creek Johnson, Paula Creek, Steve (Nina) Creek and Phyllis Creek Offer; eight siblings, Stanley Rawlings, Jr., Vernon Rawlings, Sylvester (Rose) Rawlings, George Rawlings, Mary Jane Hawkins, Zelma (Jesse) Holland, Patsy Rawlings and Mildred Rawlings; several siblings preceded her in death, Edward Rawlings, MacDaniel Rawlings, Vincent Rawlings and Lorraine Rawlings Reid; she leaves three sisters-in-law, Martha Creek, Virginia Creek and Annie Rawlings; one brother-in-law, Robert (Annie) Creek; eighteen grandchildren and eighteen greatgrandchildren. She also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends and a close special friend Volley Brooks. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Monica Creek Wilson and Donald Johnson, Jr. Funeral service was held on Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, at Bethel Way of the Cross Church, Huntingtown, MD with Pastor G. Marvin Carter officiating. The interment was at Moses Cemetery, Lothian, MD. The pallbearers were Jessie Franklin, Jr., Martin Brown, Jr., Stanley Rawlings III, Derrick Offer, Jr., Jesse Holland, Jr. and Theon Holland. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Eunice Wood. June graduated in 1950 and went on to get married, raise her children and grandchildren. She later became a Calvert County School Bus Contractor. She was preceded in death by her husband William P. Fowler, Father Merle Wood, Mother Eunice Wood and brother Page Wood. She was survived by her brother Barry Wood, Sister Carolyn Wood and brother Phillip Wood (Bunky), and her children William M. Fowler (Foozie), Pamela G. Tettimer, Barbara J. Fox (Boo), Carolyn Dawn Cranford. Her Grandchildren Valerie Mayer, Gary Willis Jr., Erin Kimbro, Kurt Fowler, Laura Gosheff, Nicky Higgins, Dustin Fox, Ethan F. Fox, Donnie P. Cranford, Dylan H. Fox. Her Great Grandchildren Madison Mayer, Carter Gosheff, Sadie and Kylie Willis, Landon Fowler, Gracee-Bell Kimbro, Hayden Fowler, Bailey Gosheff, PresleeRose Mayer, and Averie Higgins. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Huntingtown, MD with Pastor Vic Simpson officiating. The interment was at Asbury Cemetery, Barstow, MD. The pallbearers were Gary Willis, Sr., Todd Hutchins, Tommy Tettimer Richard Kershaw, Michael Bowen and Grover Tall. The honorary pallbearers were William Bowen and Bob Anthony. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Anna and Louis, and gave them much love and respect and of course the mother of his children, Sherry Thomas. The newest addition to his heart, were his grandchildren Talaysha and Shaniya. Not to be forgotten, his fianc Petra whom he loved dearly. Her children Christina, her twin boys CJ and Ace and her son Chris. He had several special friends, Amos "Tinksey" Hurley, Sterling Holland, Timothy "Moonie" Brooks, Scott, Charlie, Chris, Mark and many many more! Funeral service was held on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012 at Mt. Olive UM Church, Prince Frederick, MD, with Pastors Dana M. Jones and Jason L. Robinson officiating. The interment was at Brooks UMC Cemetery, St. Leonard, MD. The pallbearers were Amous Hurley, Chris Higgs, Scott Syndnor, Charlie Hooper, Jason Henderson and Mark Bowen. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Margaret Gross, 74
Margaret Marie Gross, 74, of Saint Leonard, MD passed away on Sept. 27, 2012 at Calvert County Nursing Center, Prince Frederick, MD. Margaret Marie Gross affectionately known as Biddy was born on Aug. 27, 1938 to the late Matilda and Harry Gross Sr. Margaret was always a loving and devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and all around good person to all who knew her. Margaret was a very special person from birth and God sent us a beautiful flower to care for until it was time for her to take her rest. The family especially admired the way she pulled through the difficult times in her life coping with her health and other adversities by demonstrating strength, courage, and faith. Margaret lived a very active and productive life; she was involved in CDS, Adult Day Care, and the ARC. She enjoyed many activities especially arts & crafts, games, music, trips, shopping, visiting people, and all entertainment that involved the interactions with kind people. Many expressed, to spend time with Margaret was truly a pleasure, and to know her was to love her. Margaret was introduced to The ARC of the Southern Maryland later in her life. Her mother and sisters cared for her faithfully until her mother's health began to decline. Some of Margaret's fondest memories were with Mrs. Mary Ellen Weems, whom she adored, and the Cove Point Road family. However, with the help of her new extended family, they made her comfortable, in transitioning into a new chapter of life. As the years went on, Margaret grew to love and embrace many other staff members and friends, who all cared for her very affectionately. However, in the later years, her most beloved care provider and companions were Ms. Maxine Brown, the Kings' Road family, and the Calvert Nursing Home staff that all took exceptional care of Margaret. Margaret loved all of her family but she really cherished her sister Doris, whom assumed guardianship of her after the passing of their mom. Even when her health began to fail, she still recognized Doris and truly enjoyed the time-shared with her until Margaret's final earthly battle was conquered. Margaret had six siblings whom preceded her in death: Harry Gross Jr., Matilda Gross, William Gross, James Gross, Mary Gross, and Rosie Gantt. She leaves to cherish her fond memories: four sisters, Olivia Gross, Doris Harris, Mildred Gross, Bertha Gross, one brother,

Louis Gross, 41
Louis Allen Gross, 41, of Port Republic, MD passed away on Sept. 27, 2012. He was born on Nov. 15, 1970, to Louis Allen Gross, Sr. and Anna Louise Butler. Little did we know the impact his life would have on so many people! This "gentle, quiet soul" left an indelible footprint upon all who had the pleasure of knowing him. In his early childhood, he attended Brooks United Methodist Church where we know he received his Faith in God. Allen received his education in the Calvert County Public Schools where he graduated in 1989 from Calvert High School. He worked for the Calvert County Government where he was an avid truck driver, where he loved his job and took pride in his work. We can see him now in Truck # 256. He drove for a living and he drove for fun. Fox enjoyed his race car "Reds" and proved to be victorious on more than one occasion. He won trophies and monetary awards for his efforts with his race car and monster truck. Drag racing was his passion and his release. Allen was blessed with four children, Sharaze, Sharnisha, Sharquette and one son, Louis Allen "Trey" Gross III, who preceded Allen in death at the age of 10. Allen's faith in God brought him through the loss of his son Trey. He was a loving caring father and took his responsibilities seriously. Allen did not require or even want a life of lavish living, but instead he opted for the simple things we often find to be the best. He did not sacrifice quality for quantity. Allen enjoyed life, he loved his family, his sisters Ann (Rodney), LaVonne (Michael) and Amanda. He adored his mother and father

June Fowler, 79
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Melvin Gross Sr. one Aunt Rhatta Johnson, two sisters-in-law, Evelyn and Eva Gross, one brother-in-law George Harris and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and special friends. Funeral service was held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012, at Brooks UM Church, St. Leonard, MD with Rev. Jason L. Robinson officiating. The interment was at Brooks UMC Cemetery, St. Leonard, MD. The pallbearers were Randy Thomas, Ronald Harris, Sylvester Ball, Joseph Gross, Tyrone Harris and Marshall Carr. The honorary pallbearers were George Harris, Jr., Jerry Gantt and Randolph Gross. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

Nancy Hudson, 75
Nancy Ann Taylor Hudson, 75, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away at Washington Hospital Center on Sept. 28, 2012. She was born on Feb. 8, 1937 in Washington, D. C. to the late William and Sophia Taylor. She graduated from McKinley High School on June 16, 1955. Nancy was married to John William Hudson Jr. on May 27, 1955. John and Nancy owned Old Creek Inn and Hudsons Sunoco and Mini Mart for more than 40 years. After they sold the family business she spent her time working for Calvert Memorial Hospital in numerous positions. She also volunteered her time in various departments at the hospital. Nancy enjoyed reading, writing, drawing, going to the movies and spending time with her friends and family. She cherished her time with her friend Wilemina Schultz and together they explored Calvert County and the surrounding areas, trying new restaurants, going to the boardwalk in Solomons to enjoy an ice cream and watch and feed the ducks. Survivors include her husband, John William Hudson Jr.; daughter Susan and her husband Stan Tucker; son John Hudson III and his wife Eileen; son Michael Hudson; son Wayne Hudson and his wife Sharon; son Joe Hudson and his wife Jennifer. She was also survived by nine grandchildren; Steven Morgan, Michael Shawn Morgan, Jeremy Hudson, Brad Hudson, Jessica Hudson, Roxanne Gonzales, Kellie Morrison, Jade Hudson and Jordan Hudson and nine great grandchildren and one great-great grandson. The family received relatives and friends on Oct. 5, 2012, at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, MD, where funeral services were held Oct. 6. Interment is private.

boro, Maryland. Earlier in her career she taught nursery school in Marlton, Maryland. Her hobbies included playing tennis, belonging to the Bridge Club, gardening, was an avid reader, enjoyed living near the water, supporting and rooting for her boys and their sports teams. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, good friend and neighbor. Family received friends at Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane (Rt 4 & Fowler Road), Owings, MD 20736 on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012. On Thursday, October 11, 2012, visitation will be from 10 am to start of the Mass for Christian Burial at 11 am at Saint Marys Catholic Church, 13715 Notre Dame Place, Bryantown, MD 20617. Interment will be at the Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

cially his grandchildren and the family dog Toby. Perry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Mary and daughters Robin G. Willis of Chesapeake Beach and Debra L. Garrett and husband Chip of Dunkirk. Also surviving are grandchildren Dale Witt, Michelle Wayson, Jason Witt, Kelly Williams and Kristin Garrett; great grandchildren Haley and Blake Witt, Mason Williams and Isabelle Wayson, and a brother Joseph Simmons of Monterey, VA. Family and friends were received Oct. 4, 2012, at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where services and a celebration of Perrys was held Friday Oct. 5. Interment followed Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Memorial contributions in Perrys name may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093.

Perry Simmons, 82
Perry Edward Simmons, 82, of Lothian, MD passed away Oct. 1, 2012 at Genesis Health Care in Severna Park, MD. He was born Oct. 8, 1929 in Charleston, WV to Perry and Jodie (Froncelli) Simmons. Perry was raised in Monterey, VA where he attended public schools. He enlisted in the United States Army on Aug. 31, 1951, and was honorable discharged from active duty Aug. 3, 1953, and from the Reserves Aug. 30, 1959, having earned the Germany Occupation Medal. Perry married Mary V. McCray on Oct. 16, 1954, and they lived in McDowell, Fairfax and Manassas, VA. Perry was employed as a mobile home park manager in Virginia, and in 1965 Perry and Mary moved to Waysons Mobile Home Park in Lothian, where he was also the park manager, retiring in 2005. He was a faithful member of Melwood Church of the Nazarene. Perry loved his work and enjoyed spending time with his family, espe-

Doris Williams, 69
Doris Marie Williams, 69, of Lusby, MD passed away on Sept. 17, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD. Doris Marie Williams was born June 6, 1943 in Lusby, MD, to the late David (who raised her from birth) and Helen Watkins of Lusby. Doris received her education in The Calvert County Public School System where she graduated from Brooks' High School, the class of 1962. Doris worked at the Fort Meade Military Base, where she traveled a great distance to serve humbly as a Snack Bar Cashier. As the years went by, she began to work with her mother and Dianne (sister-inlaw) for Prince Georges Orthopedics, where she diligently served for over 25 years as a Physical Therapist Aide. Once she left Prince Georges Orthopedics, she began working for the Physical Therapy Sports Assessment Center, to carry on her cheerfully spirit with her new patients. Doris was a hard worker

and in her own rite became a Spiritual Counselor to every patient she served. Doris would lend a listening ear to anyone who needed a friend. She worked up until the day she became extremely ill and could no longer labor, on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001. Before Doris became disabled in 2001, she faithfully attended The Galilee Baptist Church of Suitland, MD, under the late Rev. Dr. Eugene Weathers. She loved her new Pastor; the Rev. Dr. Lloyd T. McGriff, and the entire Galilee Church Family who continuously kept check on her and was truly concerned about her well-being. On June 28, 1975, Doris entered into Holy Matrimony to George D. Williams of Cumberland, Maryland. They lived in the Forestville area for many years and in 2005, they agreed to move back to Doris' hometown of Lusby, Maryland. Doris will truly be missed for her gentle spirit and her enormous heart that embraced each and everyone who crossed her path. She leaves to cherish her memories, her devoted husband of 37 years, George D. Williams; her biological father, Napolean Gross; one son, Robert (Robin); four daughters, Michelle (DeRon), DaSheia (Raymond Jr.), Phyllis and Mischell (Charles); eight grandchildren, Breland, Brendan, Jerald, Steven, Cabria, Tracey, Travis and Marvin; one great grandchild, Da'Shaun; one sister, Betty; four brothers, Eric "Lee", Gerald Sr.,David Jr. "Buddy" (deceased), Robert (deceased); eight sister-in-laws, Naomi, Sheila, Dianne, Brenda, Carol, Juanita (Clifton), Joyce (Warren), Melva; one brother-in-law, Julius. Doris took great pleasure in helping to raise her nieces and nephews, nieces, Donna, Shann, and LaShawne (Stephen); nephews, Anthony, Glenwood, Linwood (Kyna), Juan (Monique) and Gerald II; special cousins, Irvin Jr. (deceased), Sonny (deceased), Debbie, Patricia, Timmy, Ronald and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012, at Dunkirk Baptist Church, Dunkirk, MD with Pastor Irvin Beverly officiating. The interment was at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, MD. The pallbearers were family and friends. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.

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Betty Johnson, 79
Betty P. Johnson, 79, of Deale, MD, passed away peacefully on Sunday Oct. 7, with her family by her side. She was born on Jan. 29, 1933, in Webster Springs, WV, to James and Vesta Mitchell. She is the wife of 33 years of the late William A. Johnson, Sr. and loving mother of Bill, Mitch and Chris Johnson. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson lived in Deale since 1996 and was a co-owner of Country Miss Fashions located on Main Street in Upper Marl-

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North Beach Celebrates Bay Harvest Fest

A sunny, warm Saturday attracted individuals from all over the county to celebrate Bay Harvest Festival in North Beach. Local politicians, craft and food vendors and even pig and duck races, joined them. A kids area featuring egg tosses, tug-of-war and inflatable moon bounces made sure there was something fun for everyone. Hungry festival goers could pick something up as they walked or go down to the end of the pier for a sit-down meal cracking blue crabs.

End Hunger 5K Set

On Oct. 20, Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick will host the third Annual 5K Run to End Hunger In Calvert County. Registration for the run is $30 and includes a race day t-shirt. Walkers are welcome and signups are available online at endhungercalvert.org. All proceeds for the event go to benefit End Hunger In Calvert County. The Run to End Hunger is a great way for people to do what they love and make a difference while they do it, Staci Lagana, Run Coordinator, said in a press release. It is officially End Hunger Month and this is a perfect fit to have the race proceeds support End Hunger In Calvert County. We have been so blessed by the our pouring of support from the community and are so excited to partner with End Hunger and help people in our own backyard. The race is 3.2 miles and will begin and end at Trinity Untied Methodist Church in Prince Frederick. In addition to the 5K, there will be a Kids Fun Run for children 8 and younger and their course will stay right on Trinity United Methodists campus. Awards for the overall top male and female will be given as well as awards for the top male and female runners in each age bracket. In addition a cash price will be given to the top 2 overall finishsers. Race time for the Kids Fun Run is 8:15 a.m. and the 5K beginning at 8:30 a.m. Participants have a 90-minute time limit with timing provided by the Chesapeake Bay Running Club. The course is a fast, mostly flat, outback course. We ask that you please not bring any pets, bicycles, or rollerblades/skates. For more information and to register, visit endhungercalvert.org. End Hunger In Calvert County is an association of over 50 businesses, 11 county food pantries, 26 churches and community groups united behind the goal of ending hunger in our county.

Everyone cheers on their favorite pigs with the Barnyard Runners.

A beautiful day brought out a crowd for the annual Bay Harvest Fest.

CAT OF THE WEEK

Jr is a tabby kitten with a good amount of white. His coloring is very handsome. He and his sister, Linda were raised in a loving foster home with lots of other cats and dogs. Therefore, he will make a super family cat because he is already used to lots of activity. You can meet JR at the Calvert Animal Welfare League Center in Prince Frederick Md. Friday - Sunday 11 am to 3 pm or call 410-535-9300 for details.

Photos by Sarah Miller Boys and girls during the egg toss games. The last egg broken was the winner.

Jeff Pat Park Gets $13,000 Grant

Lt. Governor Anthony Brown last week presented The Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM) with a $13,000 matching grant in support of War of 1812 programming and events. The Friends of JPPM joined 21 other non-profit and government organizations across Maryland which together are investing more than $6 million in bicentennial projects that support programming, education, visitor experience and capital improvements and expand economic development and tourism related job creation throughout the state, a press release states. The War of 1812 in the Chesapeake and the writing of the Star Spangled Banner are important chapters to our history as a state and nation, Brown said in a release. I want to congratulate The Friends of JPPM and thank you for your commitment to telling this story and investing in our communities. We are delighted to be awarded a Star-Spangled 200 grant today, said Erin Atkinson, Special Events and Marketing Coordinator at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. The 1812 Fair and Reenactment in September 2013 and programming leading up to the event, will engage all Marylanders in the War of 1812 bicentennial commemoration through interactive learning. The Star-Spangled 200 Grant program stimulates investment in the commemoration of the bicentennial of the War of 1812 for maximum benefit to Marylanders. The grant program will operate for the three-year commemoration and is funded through Star-Spangled Banner War of 1812 Commemorative Coin surcharge proceeds, corporate sponsorships and state appropriations. There are a total of six grant application rounds during the three year commemoration. The third round is currently open and will close on Nov. 1, 2012. The total amount of funding awarded during each grant cycle will depend on the rate of coin sales, sponsorships and appropriation. The Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Coin is available from the U. S. Mint through Dec. 17 (www.StarSpangled200.com/coin). Eligible organizations can learn more about the grant program at www.StarSpangled200.org.

Saturday, November 17th, 9am 2pm

Over 50 Vendor! Grandma's Basement New and old treasures Bake Sale

Raffles Face Painting for the kids .. And Much More! Something for everyone!

Please join us for this exciting event, in support of OLSS! It is going to be another fun-filled event!

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Marriage is Murder Comes to CSM

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Local actors Theo Russell and Didi Olney are showing how many ways being married, or divorced, can be a killer during the New Direction Community Theatres production of Nick Halls Marriage is Murder this weekend. Marriage always has its ups and downs, but for ex-spouses Paul and Polly Butler, marriage can really be murder. When married, the pair penned several mysteries together, all featuring Miss Charlotte Hayakawa. When a lucrative offer is made to entice Polly to write more Miss Charlotte novels, and possibly screenplays for movies and television shows involving the couples star sleuth, Polly packs up and heads out to reunite with her ex-husband, Paul. While writing, the couple acts out their books, including various ways to commit murder. Possibilities include a knife with a retractable blade and a gun loaded with blanks. Strangling her ex-husband while talking on the phone doesnt work when Polly finds the simple act of Paul holding the phone up thwarts her attempts. And, of course, the couple tests classics like a rigged shotgun and poisoned martinis. Murders arent the only thing the couple acts out. In one memorable scene, Polly lets Paul tie her up to act out a daring escape scene, only things go slightly sideways when Paul sees this as an opportunity he cant pass up. Of course, Polly gets her vengeance, but its all fun and games, or business as the case may be. Of course, when an ex-husband and wife are the ones acting out the murders, one can never be certain when they will cross the line from acting to murder. Olney was involved in theatre while in school, but hasnt been on stage for several years, she said. This is the first time she had had both time and opportunity around her work life to get back into acting, and when she saw a flier for a workshop with New Direction Community Theatre, she jumped at the opportunity. Russell has been acting for two years, after being convinced by Keith Mervine, director of Marriage is Murder, to try it out while getting over a bad break up, he said. Having acted at Three Notch Theatre in St. Marys County, he said it would be nice for Calvert to have its own dedicated theatre for the various homeless theatre groups based in of the county to use. Russell originally got involved in Marriage is Murder when it the group intended to produce The Murder Room. When there werent enough actors to pull off the originally planned play, Mervine selected a different script, which could be pulled off with only two actors. Mervine said a challenge is being confident that mistakes made during rehearsals wont be made during the performance and bringing the play

to life. Artistic Director Sherry Mervine said New Direction Community Theatre tries to put on two or three productions per year, and in the past has been involved in childrens productions as well as adults. She said Marriage is Murder comes right in time for Halloween and encourages people to come out for a fun evening of laughs. Marriage is Murder can be seen for one weekend at the College of Southern Maryland Price Fredrick Campus Oct. 12 and 13 starting at 7 p.m. For more information, call 443-634-4484. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Photos By Sarah Miller

Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, Oct. 11
Live Music: Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m. Live Music: Stereocase and Oktoberfest Party Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.

Live Music: The Not So Modern Jazz Quartet with Jim Ritter The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m. Live Music: James Witherite Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7 p.m.

Annual Fall Family Fun Day Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum (4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach) 1 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 16
The Cellist of Sarajevo Readers Theatre Huntingtown High School (4125 North Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown) 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 12
Live Music: Sam Grow Band Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 13
Live Music: No Gren Jelly Beenz Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 14
Bunkys Block Party Featuring Live Music: John Luskey Bunkys (14448 Solomons Island Road, Solomons) 1 p.m.

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Out&About
Saturday, Oct. 13
CBW 5th Annual Gala Awards Rod N Reel Restaurant (Chesapeake Beach, MD)11:30 am-2:30 pm. Concerned Black Women (CBW) will hold its 5th Annual Gala Awards Luncheon and Scholarship Fundraiser at the Rod N Reel Restaurant, Chesapeake, MD, 11:30 am-2:30 pm. Gala theme is A Salute To Excellence as CBW celebrates its 8 years of dedicated service to the community. Keynote speaker is The Honorable Victoria L. Jackson-Stanley, Mayor, City of Cambridge, MD. Mistress of Ceremony is Ellen Flowers-Fields, State of Maryland Deputy Assistant Secretary for Workforce Development and Adult Learning. CBW will present its annual distinguished Community Awards of Excellence for the following: Madam C. J. Walker Business Award, Harriet Elizabeth Brown Education Award, Myrtle M. Patten Health Award, Ailene Stamper Youth Award and the Harriet Tubman Woman of the Year Award. Two outstanding groups will be presented the Community Award of Excellence. The Gala program includes a silent auction, contemporary jazz by Yvonne Johnson on keyboard and a grand buffet luncheon. Gala tickets may be purchased by telephoning 410-286-7113. Basket Bingo Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90 Alexander Lane Solomons) Doors open at 5 p.m. Games begin at 6pm. 410-326-3171 to reserve your spot! Many prizes, door prizes and concessions! Make-A-Wish $1 Million Prince Frederick Wal-Mart Store (150 Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Make-A-Wish and the no-contract cell phone provider Straight Talk Wireless are giving local residents the opportunity to help grant childrens wishes. This takes place at Wal-Marts in the area from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Oct. 13. For every person who completes a one-minute demo of a Straight Talk Wireless cell phone, the company will donate $1-- up to $1 million -- to Make-A-Wish. For a list of participating local Wal-Marts, go to www.oneminuteonemillion.com. American Indian Heritage Day Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard) 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Discover the knowledge and traditions of Americas first culture. There will be demonstrations of crafts and skills with fun things to watch, do and learn. For more information, call 410-586-8501 or visit www.jefpat.org. Point Farm Garden Restoration Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard) 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Point Farm was the country retreat of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. In 1983 Mrs. Patterson donated the property to the state in honor of her late husband, creating Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM). Join the JPPM Garden Club as members work to recreate the splendor of the main house gardens using the original plans of noted landscape

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architect Rose Greely. For more information, call 410-586-8501 or visit www.jefpat.org. Beginning Basketry: Out-The-DoorQuickly Basket Class Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) 12-5 p.m. Join us as we explore the basics of basketry and weave a reed basket that measures 10H x 6.5W x 6D. Learn to start from a solid base and practice basic weaving techniques as you create a basket that has a woven Shaker tape hanger perfect for hanging from a doorknob or wall. Cost is $55 for non-members; $50 for members. Visit www.annmariegarden.org or call 410-326-4640 to register.

2012, voters can vote in person at the early voting center located at 30 Duke Street in Prince Frederick (old library, across from post office). For more information, contact the Calvert County Board of Elections at 410-535-2214 or 301-855-1376, or the State Board of Elections at 1-800-222-VOTE (8683) or visit www.elections.state.md.us.

ahead. Local attorney/expert Lyn Striegel is the speaker. You dont have to be old to really benefit from this program! 410257-7133, bsuedean@comcast.net, www. friendshipmethodistchurch.org.

Friday, Oct. 19
Meatloaf Dinner American Legion 206 (Chesapeake Beach) 5:30 p.m. Brendas Award Winning Meatloaf is the main focus of this informal dinner hosted by the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 Auxiliary from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Come to the lower level dining room for a meal you wont soon forget. Cost is $10 including side, salad, and beverage. The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach and questions may be directed to (301)855-6466. www.ALpost206.org

Wednesday, Oct. 17
Northern High Financial Aid Night Northern High School Mary Harrison Center (2950 Chaneyville Road, Owings) 7 p.m. Do you know how you will pay for your childs college degree? Parents and students in all grades in high school, and even middle school, are encouraged to attend this free workshop to learn about the financial aid process, what a FAFSA is, where to find scholarships, and other helpful information on how to finance a college education. The presentation begins promptly at 7:00pm in the Mary Harrison Center. SoMD CAN College Access Network is a non-profit organization whose mission is to increase the college-going rate of high school graduates in Southern Maryland. Experts in financial aid and college access will offer a financial aid for college workshop at each of Calvert Countys high school auditoriums. Please contact Shelby Potts, Executive Director, at 410-474-0742 if you have any questions or visit the web site at www.somdcan.org. ArtLAB Wine Nights Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons) 5-7 p.m. Wednesday Wine Nights 3rd Wednesdays of every month Drop-ins welcome! No registration necessary! Bring your favorite beverage or snack and get ready to turn trash to treasure as we create home dcor, organization tools, fashion items, and more. If wacky and colorful describe your style, then this club is the one for you! Adults only. $7/ person. Upcoming sessions: Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 19. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.

Sunday, Oct. 14
Annual Fall Family Fun Day Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum (4155 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach) 1-4 p.m. Celebrate the arrival of falls cooler days at the museum. This annual event offers fun, crafts, games and activities. For more information, call 410-257-3892 or visit www.cbrm.org. That Dog Gone Tiki Bar Family Pet Day Tiki Bar (85 Charles Street, Solomons) 12-5 p.m. Pet rescue groups with adoptable pets and Mr. Toms Reptiles. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. Vendors, Fun Contests for Dogs. Proceeds benefit of Calvert Well Pet Clinic. For more information, contact Peppers Pet Pantry at 410-326-4006.

Saturday, Oct. 20
Wicked Fun Fest Middleham Chapel (10200 HG Trueman Road, 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) 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 * Hands-on childrens activities. Shrimp and roast beef dinner and fabulous silent auction in the church same hours. For more infomraiton, call 410-257-7133, e-mail bsuedean@comcast.net or visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org. Fossil Field Experience Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road South, Solomons) 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Last chance of the season! Go to a local beach to search for fossils with a trained guide. Learn about the amazing pre-history of the Calvert Cliffs and become familiar with the marine fossils found on local beaches. For ages 8 and up; preregistration required. $20. Call 410326-2042 ext. 41. Two-hour Sail on Schooner Sultana Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road South, Solomons) 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-4 p.m. Leaving from Watermens Wharf in Solomons. $30 adults/$15 children under 12. Sorry, no children under 5. Visit the Sultana website at www.sultanaprojects. org/publicsails.htm to register.

Tuesday, Oct. 16
The Cellist of Sarajevo Readers Theater Huntingtown High School (4125 North Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown) 7-9 p.m. Extremely talented Huntingtown High School Eye of the Storm Productions will perform a Readers Theater version of The Cellist of Sarajevo. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Voters Registration Deadline, Early Voting Dates The deadline to register to vote or update address information is 9 p.m. on Oct. 16. To vote in the upcoming general election, Maryland residents who are eligible to vote, but are not yet registered, must complete a registration in order to vote in any election. Eligible residents can now register to vote or update their address at www.elections.state.md.us. Paper applications are also available at many locations, including MVA, post offices, public libraries, as well as the election board office. A mailed application must be postmarked by Oct. 16, 2012. This is also the deadline for registered voters to provide updated information (name, address, party affiliation, etc.) It is not necessary to register before every election. Voter registration in Maryland is permanent, as long as the address is kept current with the local election board office. The 2012 Presidential General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. Starting Saturday, Oct. 27 through Thursday, Nov. 1,

Thursday, Oct. 18
NARFE Lunch/ Meeting Southern Pines Community Center (Appeal Lane, Lusby) 1 p.m. The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter 1466, will meet at 1 p.m. at the Southern Pines Community Center. Meet fellow federal employees and neighbors. There will be a presentation by Margaret Phipps, Registrar of Wills, describing Duties of a MD Personal Representative. This will be followed by a short business meeting. Also, join us for an early lunch at 11: 30, this month at the Laughing Budda in Solomons. Current and retired Federal employees, members, non-members and guests are welcome. For NARFE membership Information and Application, Call 410-586-1441 or email NARFE1466@gmail.com. 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

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

The Calvert Gazette

Library Events
Thursday, Oct. 11
Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach) 10-11 a.m. An informal discussion of local history of interest to long-time Calvertonians and newbies. Complimentary coffee and tea. Come, relax in our living room, and share or learn something new! For more information, call 410-257-2411. Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 2-3 p.m. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. Please register. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 3-7 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38 mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities, state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Evening Storytime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach) 6:307:15 p.m. This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. This weeks theme: Pigs. For more information, call 410-257-2411. Code Name 4-5-6 Calvert Library Southern Branch (20 Appeal Way, Lusby) 6:30-7:30 p.m. For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th 6th grade students are invited to this series of events that uses plenty of hands-on activities to have fun with reading! Each month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic. A snack will be provided. No advanced preparation is needed Registration is required. For more information, call 410-326-5289. Civil Discourse: Community and War Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 7-8:30 p.m. Using One Maryland One Book title, The Cellist of Sarajevo, as a catalyst for discussion, lets talk about war and what it means for community. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Join National Archives African American Genealogy Subject Specialist Reginald Washington who will talk about Freedmens Bureau records and finding your family history. For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.

Out&About
Tuesday, Oct. 16

Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach) 10:4511:15 a.m., 410-257-2411 Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings) 10:45-11:15 a.m. 410-257-2101 Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 10-11:30 a.m., 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 Playtime is a learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.

Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 6:30-7:30 p.m. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rd grade. Please register. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resume and cover letter. If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. Please register. For more information, call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. Yes, You Can Use A Computer Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 2:30-3:30 p.m. Library Resources. Learn how to use COSMOS, databases and other online resources the library offers. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Downton Abbey Schemes and Skeins Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 5-6:30 p.m. Bring your knitting/crochet project and join us for the hot PBS Masterpiece Classic series Downton Abbey on the big screen beginning with season one. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Monday, Oct. 15
Monday Morning Movies & 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. Calvert Eats Local Harvest Potluck Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 6:30-8:3- p.m. Join Calvert Eats Local in a giant potluck celebrating local food. Bragging rights to those who bring the dishes with the lowest number of food miles. Bring your plate, utensils, cup and napkin for a truly green experience! Please register. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Friday, Oct. 12
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. 13
Dawn of Freedom: Records of the Freedmens Bureau Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 10-11:30 a.m.

Fall Patterns
By Keith McGuire Contributing Writer

The Ordinary

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Photo Courtesy of Buzzs Marina

The autumn months provide some interesting, highly productive and challenging opportunities for light tackle anglers. It is a time of migration and transition as temperatures cool and days become shorter. This past week, Captain Brady Bounds shared a few excellent observations for Ordinary Anglers who like to pursue fish in shallow waters during this season. He said, As the water temperatures begin to decline, two things change. First the water in the shallows goes clear and soon after that, the minnows and small forage start moving out of the marshes and extreme shallow water. What was warmer up in the marsh is now cooler. For a brief time the bait will linger in clear shallow water and the predators will ambush them on points and gut mouths. That is the stage Im seeing right now in the low marshes. In about two weeks, or less if we have a very cold snap, the speckled trout and reds will pull out to the river points exclusively and then suddenly leave. Stripers will take over the points for an extended period, maybe into late October, or as long as that point continues to supply a stream of food, and then relocate to the deeper water as the bait moves there to suspend over warmer depths. Already in the middle Bay, I have observed considerable breaking fish when the tide was moving and fish stacking up on deep structure such as the Woodrow Wilson Bridge reef off of St. Jeromes Creek and on the underwater hills at the Southwest Middle Grounds.

Captain Bounds also made some observations that support shallow water trolling in our area. Shallow water trolling is typically done in 6 10 feet of water and has been a method used by anglers in our area for many years. He said, The autumn changes cause water temperatures to cool on the surface of the water first, maintaining a right, and Mike plane of cooler water over the warmer water below. Deeper Larry Jarboe, on October 3rd!Henderson get into specks, puppies and sea bass water is not so quickly affected by the changes in air temopen water fishing and deepwater structure will become more perature. Baitfish will leave shallow areas in search of the consistently warmer water and seem to do so in stages, going the norm. There are three keys to these observations shared by from the shallow shoreline water to the first drop off, then to the next, and so on as the water cools. As the baitfish move, so Captain Bounds that are sure to translate to better catches for do the predator fish. Light tackle trolling with small tandem those of us Ordinary Anglers. They are current, structure bucktails is a regional favorite method that is hit or miss in and bait. Finding locations that hold one or two of these keys the summer months, but works very well at this time of year does not always guarantee success, but anytime you find all because the predator fish are targeting baitfish that are mov- three you should be able to catch a few fish. Captain Brady Bounds is a local light tackle guide. Coning to the warmer water. Target the areas just past the first drop-off now where tact him to book a trip at captbradybounds@gmail.com. the water is 6 8 feet deep. Areas like the near shore along Keith fishes weekly from his boat, The Ordinary Angler, Hollywood Shores, Greenwell, and Piney Point are great places to try light tackle trolling. As temperatures continue during the season and spends his free time supporting local to cool, try deeper areas. The cycle is soon to change and conservation organizations.

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