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Citizen Advisors Call for More School Counselors

By Dick Myers
Editor
The Calvert County Public Schools
(CCPS) Citizens Advisory Committee
(CAC) says the school system needs
more counselors. The recommendation
was in a report presented July 12 to the
Calvert County Board of Education. The
citizen’s group dealt with two issues in
their report: the social, emotional and
behavioral (SEB) needs of the students
and their career planning needs.
The report was presented by four
members of the committee: President
Judy “JC” Hooker, Vice President Harry
Wedewer, and secretaries Derek Sabedra
and Elizabeth Demulling.
According to the report, CCPS is
“significantly below” the recommended
pupil/counselor ratios. The report says
Calvert is:
• The fourth worst school system in
Maryland with respect to student
to counselor ratio at the elementary
level,
• The sixth worst school system in
Maryland with respect to student to
counselor ratio at the high school
level; and
• The seventh worst school system in
Maryland with respect to student to
counselor ratio at the middle school
level.
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
Vice President Wedewer, who presented
their findings to the school board, em-
phasized that they were not meant to be
criticisms. He described them as a “work
in progress.” He added “These are strict-
ly an opportunity to grow.”
The recommendations, he said, will
allow the school system “to respond to
evolving needs.”
In the case of the school counselors,
Wedewer said, “It’s the people factor that
is paramount.” He took cognizance of
the potential cost of increasing the num-
ber of counselors, saying CCPS could
add them one or two at a time “It will
have a multiplier effect,” he said.
Wedewer said that another issue for
counselors is their workload and varied
duties, of which, he said: “It seems like
they are unpredictable in the extreme.”
The report praises the county’s Career
and Technology Academy. “You are re-
ally sitting on a goldmine over there,”
Wedewer said. He noted, however, that
the academy must overcome the misper-
ception that it is “not a place for future
college students.”
Wedewer, who is a retired naval of-
ficer, also praised the school system’s
Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training
Corps program. He said it offers students
leadership skills training.
Hooker said of the parent’s role, that
“they are a little behind in knowing all
of the tools available to them.”
Hooker said that it appeared to the
CAC that the “higher-performing” stu-
dents are often left on the side while
counselors contend with those with
problems. She said the higher-perform-
ing students also need help.
One of those higher-performing stu-
dents is school board student member
Thomas Ridenour, who is entering his
senior year at Northern High School,
underscored the large workload of the
school counselors. He said he had only
met his counselor once in four years. “I
don’t even hardly know her,” he said of
someone who will be writing recom-
mendations to colleges for him. “I feel I
don’t have a connection.” School board student member Thomas Ridenour
The second part of the CAC report
deals with meeting the SEB needs of cise and actionable terms.” Those met-
the students. The report concludes those rics should allow for creation of a “base-
needs are being addressed on a school- line” and also show the effectiveness of
by-school basis without any uniform the methods used to address the needs.
plan. That plan should be spread across School board member Dawn Balinski
the entire school system, Wedewer said, praised the work of the committee. She
“so every student can have the same said, “The report puts words into what
outcome,” we all have thought.” She said she hoped
He said it wasn’t so much dictating the committee would come back to fur-
from above, as it was “spreading out the ther discuss their report once the school
best practices system-wide.” board members had a chance to digest it.
The report calls for the SEB needs of
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North Beach Ponders
Hiring Park Ranger
More Work Slated for Callis Park
Callis Park in North Beach.
By Dick Myers
Editor
North Beach’s Environmental Com-
mittee has recommended that the town
hire a part-time park ranger. The com-
mittee has presented the town with a
detailed job description for the position,
but members say the duties can be re-
fined by the town council if they decide
to proceed with the hire.
The proposal was presented by council
liaison to the committee, Councilwoman
Jane Hagen and several of the committee
members at the council’s June 12 regular
meeting. No decision was made. Instead
the idea will be further discussed at the
council’s scheduled August 2nd work
session the week before their next town
meeting on Aug. 9.
The proposal from the commitee
says one option is to budget a salary of
$35,000 a year plus benefits for three
days a week. Another option would be to
make the position seasonal.
According to the proposed job de-
scription, the park ranger would: “Pro-
vide and maintain public parks, gardens,
playgrounds, and other recreational
facilities and programs to promote the
health, welfare and enjoyment of the in-
habitants of the town through a compre-
hensive program of recreation activities
in the town parks and waterfront. Over-
see the preservation and maintenance
and operation of the town parks, and
nature preserves to provide compatible
outdoor recreation and educational op-
portunities for the public.”
The proposal has the park ranger
managing Sunrise Garden, Callis Park,
Overlook Park, Walton Beach Nature
Preserve and portions of the waterfront.
The town currently has a waterfront
manager, Richard Ball. They also have
a contract for the maintenance of the
parks. Mayor Mark Frazer said one op-
tion would be to elevate Ball’s position
to that of parks and recreation direc-
tor. He then could oversee the new park
ranger. The current waterfront division
is one of four in the town.
The committee and Frazer feel that
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education would be the key responsibil-
ity of the new park ranger. They don’t
envision that person being involved with
security – that responsibility would con-
tinue with the sheriff’s deputies assigned
to town.
One of those parks that would be the
responsibility of the proposed new park
ranger, Callis Park is due for some up-
grades. Frazer reported that the town
had received $75,000 in state funding
that can be used for Callis Park, which is
in front of the Boy’s and Girl’s Club and
the senior center.
Ball reported a plan for the grant mon-
ies to be used for additional playground
and exercise equipment and security
cameras.
Earlier in the meeting the supervisor
of the sheriff’s Twin Beaches Patrol,
Lt. Ronnie Naughton reported that the
officers had been patrolling the park to
ensure that it wasn’t becoming a hang-
out for teens. Frazer said the park was
intended for young people 12 and under
Of teens hanging out there, Frazer
said, “We are going to do our best to de-
flect that.” Naughton said his officers are
using discretion. If someone is there just
having a picnic, that would be okay, but
if they were disturbing the younger kids,
they would be removed.
The town is also cracking down, as
was reported in The County Times July
12 issue, on rowdiness at the Friday
Farmer’s Market. That crackdown in-
cludes bringing in alcohol to the area set
aside for the market.
“All we want is an enjoyable night (for
everyone)”, Naughton said. He reported
there would be about seven officers, in-
cluding three on bicycles, patrolling the
Farmer’s Market for the remainder of the
season.
Naughton also reported that Capt. Da-
vid Gatton, an unsuccessful candidate
for county commissioner in the primary,
would be retiring from the sheriff’s of-
fice at the end of the month. He has been
a long-time member of the Twin Beach-
es patrol team.
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Steele Rallies Republicans
at Solomons Meeting
Former Lt. Gov. Michael Steele, right, talks with Del. Deb Rey (R-Dist. 29B) and Tim Hutchins, candidate
for Calvert County Commissioner.
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Michael Steele, former Maryland Lt.
Governor and chairman of the Republi-
can National Committee, told members
of the state’s Young Republicans that
this year’s elections could shape the fu-
ture of the GOP in the Old Line State for
more than a decade.
The focus, he said, was to re-elect
Gov. Larry Hogan and in so doing make
history.
“You have the historic opportunity
that hasn’t been done in the last 60 years
and that is to re-elect a Republican gov-
ernor,” Steele said to the small gathering
at the Holiday Inn in Solomons July 14.
Steele said grassroots Republican or-
ganizers had to continue to knock on
doors and persuade voters to realize that
the GOP had the best plan for Maryland;
the best evidence for that, he said, was
what Hogan had accomplished during
his first term.
Republicans could not allow them-
selves to be discouraged by the lead of
Democrat voters by a 2-to-1 margin.
“You’ve got to get off your butts and
Mt. Hope Community Center
to Close for Construction
The Calvert County Department of
Parks & Recreation announces Mt. Hope
Community Center will close temporar-
ily due to construction to the communi-
cation towers located on the property.
The center will close Monday, July 23
through Wednesday, July 25, and will
open with normal hours of operation
Thursday, July 26. Normal hours of op-
eration are Monday through Friday, 8:30
a.m.-9:30 p.m., Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-9
p.m. and Sunday, 12:30-6 p.m.
For questions about the closure or ad-
ditional information, contact the Calvert
County Department of Parks & Recre-
Thursday, July 19, 2018
go out there and make a difference,”
Steele said. “No election is about just
that one race.”
Steele explained that boosting the
party’s profile could help them win more
races in the Senate and the House of
Delegates, ending the Democrats super
majority.
Republicans would never have a bet-
ter opportunity than now to do so with a
governor as popular as Hogan.
“Focus on the doing,” Steele said.
“Engage the voters.
“You can’t be timid in politics. You
can’t be isolated in politics.”
In the past the state’s Republican ap-
paratus lacked will and enthusiasm; but
that has changed and organizers and
campaigners had to take full advantage.
“All politics is local,” Steele said.
“This election can help set the course of
the state for the next 15 years.
“When you talk to people tell them
why, some of them for the first time, they
should vote Republican… because it will
make a good difference.”
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Learn more about the Department of
Parks & Recreation and its comprehen-
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offered in community centers, aquatic
facilities, public schools and county
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County Agrees to Buy What’s Coming to Calvert
Waterfront Land for a Park
Property is Next to Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
By Dick Myers
Editor
The Calvert County Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC) has entered
into an agreement to purchase a 48.35
acre parcel of land on Grays Road in
Prince Frederick for a park. The proper-
ty on Battle Creek is strategically locat-
ed between the county-owned Briscoe
Gray Heritage Farm and Battle Creek
Cypress Swamp.
According to a memo to the BOCC
from Department of Parks and Recre-
ation Director Shannon Nazzal, “The
purchase price (is) $995,000 plus half
of the closing costs. Funding is from a
variety of sources including Localside
Program Open Space ($300,000), Biscoe
Gray Heritage Farm Capital Improve-
ment Project Excise Tax ($200,000), and
federal funds through the Land and Wa-
ter Conservation Fund ($497,500). “
According to Nazzal, the department
entered into negotiations with the own-
ers of the property: Paul A. Gatewood, C.
Jane Gatewood, and John D. Gatewood,
trustees of the Isabelle Toliver Gate-
wood Common Pot Trust. She reported
to the commissioners, “This property is
within the Battle Creek watershed and
is included in the Calvert Creeks Rural
Legacy Area.”
Calvert Receives AAA Credit
Ratings for Third Consecutive Year
The Calvert Board of County Commis-
sioners (BOCC) announces the county
received AAA credit ratings from three
independent credit rating agencies for
the third consecutive year. Fitch Ratings,
Moody’s Investors Service and Standard
& Poor’s Global Ratings assigned Cal-
vert County their highest ratings due to
the county’s consistently sound financial
operations, strong reserves and econo-
my, and conservative fiscal policies.
The three ratings are assigned to Cal-
vert County’s 2018 consolidated public
improvement bonds totaling $26.6 mil-
lion and are reaffirmed for the county’s
outstanding debt.
Moody’s AAA rating incorporated
“the county’s healthy financial posi-
tion supported by comprehensive fiscal
policies, moderately-sized tax base with
above-average resident wealth levels,
and manageable debt and pension li-
abilities. The rating further incorporates
“in-lieu-of tax” (PILOT) payments from
Dominion Cover Point effective fiscal
year 2018, which significantly enhanc-
es financial flexibility and reduces the
county’s long-term liabilities.”
Standard & Poor’s cited the county’s
“strong economy” supported by broad
The Calvert County Times
On May 1, the
BOCC conducted a
public hearing to ac-
cept public comment
on the acquisition
of the property and
acquisition funding.
Following the public
hearing they approved a budget adjust-
ment of $997,500 for the acquisition of
the property.
Commissioner Mike Hart praised
the staff work in snagging the grants,
including the federal match. He said he
was skeptical they could come up with
enough funding for the almost one-mil-
lion-dollar price tag.
He called the result “incredible.”
Commissioner President Evan Slaugh-
enhoupt, Jr. said of the land purchase,
“It enhances the county’s Rural Legacy
Program,” which he said was a commis-
sioner goal.
The purchase agreement was signed
by Paul A. Gatewood, and C. Jane Gate-
wood on June 7 and by John D. Gate-
wood on June 11. The county will have
120 days following the execution of the
agreement to complete a physical and
environmental inspection of the proper-
ty. A Phase I Environment Site Assess-
ment was completed in June.
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and diverse Washington-Arlington-
Alexandria and Baltimore metropolitan
statistical areas; strong financial perfor-
mance and budget flexibility stemming
from property tax revenue growth from
increasing assessed values, as well as fa-
vorable trends in income tax collections
due, in part, to low unemployment; and
the use of formalized financial policies
and practices.
“This third consecutive year of top
credit ratings in outstanding news for
Calvert County’s citizens,” said BOCC
President Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr. “Aside
from affirming our commitment to con-
servative financial management, the rat-
ings reflect our strong economic posi-
tion, the ability to make tough decisions
when needed, and phenomenal fiscal
health. Most importantly, the AAA rat-
ings save Calvert significant amounts of
money on the repayment of its bonds.”
For more information on Calvert
County’s financial policies, please con-
tact Tim Hayden, director of Finance
and Budget, at 410-535-1600, ext. 2435,
or visit online at www.calvertcountymd.
gov.
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Local News 7
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are on the list for consideration by the RCD. Pro-
planning commission at a future meet- posed 1,152
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at 7 p.m. at the Harriet E. Brown Com- s t o r a g e
munity Center (HEBCC), 901 Dares structure at
Beach Road, Prince Frederick. the exist-
1) SPR-16-537335, Scaggs Industrial ing Appeal
Flex Space Located at 7630 Meadow T r a i n i n g
Run Lane, Meadow Run Industrial Park F a c i l i t y .
in Owings, on a 14.61 parcel, zoned I-I. The clear-
Proposed two multi-tenant light indus- ing and grading for the Outdoor Insti-
trial buildings totalling 25,600 square tutional Firing Range was completed
feet. The submittal was accepted Feb- under a previous grading permit. The
ruary 24, 2016 as a Category I project. purpose of the site plan is to permit
Agent: Collinson Oliff& Associates the construction of the storage build-
2) SPR-20 17-245, Huntingtown Fa- ing and satisfy the CCZO condition #3
stop Located at 3921 Old Town Road for the Use. Agent: Collinson, Oliff &
in Huntingtown on a 1.01 parcel, zoned Associates
HTC, Mixed Use District. Proposed to The following Major Subdivision Pro-
re-purpose the existing automobile sales posed Project List for Upcoming Review
building into a joint use, convenience/ was also submitted at ten same meeting:
liquor store, with gas pumps, required 1) SD 09-07A, Evergreen Park, Zel-
parking and utilities. The project is on lis Property Located on Pushaw Station
private water & sewer. The submittal Road in Sunderland. Zoned RCD, 567.24
was accepted May 24, 2017. Agent: R.A. ac; 60 proposed lots; Submittal accept-
Barrett ed September 22, 2012 - HOLD Agent:
3) SPR-2017-266, Calvert Hills East Wilkerson & Associates
Located on the west side of North Prince 2) SD 12-05, Georges Subdivision,
Frederick Boulevard and Radio Road Lots 1-11 Located on Christianna Par-
in Prince Frederick on five (5) parcels ran Road in Chesapeake Beach. Zoned
consisting of 22.57 acres, zoned PFTC, RCD; 54.86 ac.; Submittal accepted Sep-
Village District. The proposed five (5) tember 18, 2012 - HOLD Agent: Wilker-
new buildings contain 96 apartments, a son & Associates
maintenance building, required parking, 3) SD-2017-047, Shoppes at Apple
utilities and recreation area. The project Greene, Lots 1 & 2, and Outlot 3 Lo-
is on public water & sewer. The submit- cated on Dunkirk Way within the Shop-
tal was accepted September 27, 2017. pes at Apple Greene Shopping Center,
Agent: Bay Engineering on a parcel consisting of 15.47 acres,
4) SPR-20 18-272, Prince Frederick zoned Dunkirk Town Center. Submittal
Volunteer Fire Department, Compa- accepted July 26, 2017. Agent: Collin-
ny #2 Located at 450 S. Solomons Island son, Oliff& Associates
Road, Prince Frederick, on a 4.44 parcel, 4) SD-2017-0048, Calvert Hills East
zoned PFTC, Town District. Proposed Located on Prince Frederick Boulevard
to demolish the existing 18,000 sq. ft. in Prince Frederick. Zoned Town Center
building and replace it with a 29,929 sq. (TC), 22.57 acres; three lots. Submittal
ft. new building as well as expand the accepted September 27, 2017. Agent:
parking lot and other site improvements. Bay Engineering
Agent: Bay Engineering
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U.S. Senate Honors Capital Gazette
Victims, Survivors and First Responders
Senators Cosponsor Resolution Defending the First Amendment
 In a solemn tribute Thursday, Jul 12,
U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van
Hollen (both D-Md.) led the United States
Senate in commemorating the fatal shoot-
ing that occurred at the Capital Gazette
newspaper in Annapolis, Md., on June 28,
2018. Two weeks to the day after the dead-
ly attack, the Senate unanimously passed
a resolution (S. Res. 575) dedicated to the
lives, careers, and service of the victims:
Gerald Fischman, Rob Hiaasen, John Mc-
Namara, Rebecca Smith, and Wendi Win-
ters. The resolution, which was cospon-
sored by all 100 senators, honors the brav-
ery and professionalism of the survivors,
as well as the local, state and federal first
responders who rushed to the newspaper
quickly and in great numbers.
  Reflecting on the violence directed
at the Capital Gazette’s newsroom, the
resolution reaffirms the Senate’s dedica-
tion to the First Amendment and “honors
media and journalism as core institutions
of the democracy of the United States.” It
includes the essential words of Thomas
Jefferson: “Were it left to me to decide
whether we should have a government
without newspapers, or newspapers with-
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out a government, I should not hesitate a
moment to prefer the latter.”
In addition to the resolution, Senators
Cardin and Van Hollen honored the vic-
tims of the Capital Gazette with remarks
from the floor of the United States Senate.
The full Senate resolution can be found
below:
Title: Honoring the memory of the 5
victims of the attack at the Capital Gazette
in Annapolis, Maryland, on June 28, 2018.
Whereas the Capital Gazette traces
its history to 1727 and is one of the old-
est newspapers published in the United
States;
Whereas the Capital Gazette opposed
the Stamp Act, a law that helped to pre-
cipitate the American Revolution;
Whereas the Capital Gazette is a sis-
ter publication to the Baltimore Sun and
maintains a reputation as a trusted and
well-respected newspaper outlet that in-
forms and uplifts communities in An-
napolis, Anne Arundel County, and Kent
Island, Maryland;
Whereas journalism is a cornerstone
of the democratic society of the United
States;
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MC’s Jay Armsworthy & Jack Tippett
A special performance
of past members of the
‘Bluegrass Cardinals’
with David Parmley,
Larry Stephenson, and
Dale Perry” (Saturday)
Mickey Galyean & Cullen’s
Bridge (Saturday)
Feinberg Brothers (Thursday)
15 Strings (Thursday)
Rules:
1. Please, no display of alcohol and no smoking in the
concert area at any time
2. No coolers allowed in concert area
3. Absolutely No Drugs allowed
4. Pets are welcome, but not in the concert area and
must be kept on a leash at all times
5. Permission is required to distribute material or sell
goods on property
6. Arm bands must be clearly displayed at all times
7. No refunds
8. We reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone
9. Not responsible for accidents, injuries, or losses
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The Calvert County Times
Whereas local news outlets, including
the Capital Gazette—
(1) are focused on delivering truthful
and thorough reporting, local investiga-
tion, and community advocacy; and
(2) are unfettered by individuals or
groups who seek to damage journalis-
tic integrity by demonizing the media,
spreading disinformation, and harassing
and intimidating dedicated journalists;
Whereas Thomas Jefferson said: “Were
it left to me to decide whether we should
have a government without newspapers,
or newspapers without a government, I
should not hesitate a moment to prefer the
latter.”;
Whereas, on the afternoon of June 28,
2018, a 38-year-old gunman entered the
Capital Gazette newsroom in Annapolis,
Maryland, with a shotgun and smoke gre-
nades and killed five employees;
Whereas after the Circuit Court of
Prince George’s County, Maryland, dis-
missed a spurious defamation lawsuit filed
by the gunman against the Capital Ga-
zette in 2011, the gunman held a grudge
against the newspaper and harassed and
threatened the staff of the newspaper and
other local news outlets and local public
officials;
Whereas during the attack, staff inside
the building remained committed to their
journalistic duty and continued to report
by tweeting and sharing information
while their lives were in danger;
Whereas officers of the Anne Arundel
County Police Department, the Annapolis
Police Department, and the Anne Arundel
County Sheriff’s Office responded to the
Larry Stephenson
Band (Saturday)
scene within 1 minute after receiving the
first 911 calls and bravely apprehended the
gunman and evacuated the building;
Whereas officers of the Bureau of Al-
cohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
and the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Williamson Branch and other Federal law enforcement offi-
(Friday)
cers also responded swiftly to assist local
law enforcement and the Maryland State
Police;
Whereas other first responders also
arrived on the scene within minutes of
the attack, helping save lives and restore
order;
Whereas staff from the Capital Gazette
and the Baltimore Sun affirmed their
dedication to journalistic integrity and
released a newspaper the morning follow-
ing the attack that reported on the shoot-
ing and commemorated the lives of their
Ralph Stanley II & the
Clinch Mountain Boys
friends and colleagues with 5 heartfelt
(Thursday)
obituaries;
Whereas the Senate honors—
(301) 862-4100 (1) Gerald Fischman, 61, who was an
editor with more than 25 years of service
with the Capital Gazette and who was
known at the newspaper and throughout
the community for his brilliant mind and
writing;
Thursday, July 19, 2018
(2) Rob Hiaasen, 59, who was a colum-
nist, editor, teacher, and storyteller and
who brought compassion and humor to his
community-focused reporting;
(3) John McNamara, 56, who was a
skilled writer and avid sports fan and who
combined these passions in his 24-year
career as a sports reporter at the Capital
Gazette;
(4) Rebecca Smith, 34, who was a
newly-hired sales assistant known for her
kindness, compassion, and love for her
family; and
(5) Wendi Winters, 65, who was a tal-
ented writer who built her career as a pub-
lic relations professional and journalist
and who was well-known for her profound
reporting on the lives and achievements of
people within the community;
Whereas the community of Anne
Arundel County, Maryland, survivors of
the attack, loved ones of the victims, and
mourners across Maryland came together
to express an outpouring of support for the
victims and their families;
Whereas the State of Maryland imme-
diately ordered all State flags in Maryland
to be flown at half-staff in honor of the
victims; and
Whereas the flags of the United States
were flown at half-staff across the United
States in honor of the Capital Gazette vic-
tims on July 3, 2018: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate—
(1) commemorates the lives, careers,
and service of the 5 victims of the shoot-
ing, Gerald Fischman, Rob Hiaasen, John
McNamara, Rebecca Smith, and Wendi
Winters;
(2) honors the survivors of the attack
and the families of the victims and pledg-
es continued support for their recovery;
(3) applauds the bravery and profession-
alism of the staff of the Capital Gazette
who remained committed to their journal-
istic craft and their fallen colleagues dur-
ing and after the attack;
(4) thanks the State, county, local, and
Federal law enforcement officers and
other emergency first responders for their
heroic actions;
(5) recognizes the unity, compassion,
and resilience of the communities of An-
napolis, Maryland and Anne Arundel
County, Maryland, after the attack;
(6) reaffirms the commitment of the
Senate to defending the First Amendment
to the Constitution of the United States;
(7) honors media and journalism as
core institutions of the democracy of the
United States; and
(8) respectfully requests that the Sec-
retary of the Senate transmit an enrolled
copy of this resolution to the Editor-in-
Chief of the Capital Gazette.
Press Release from Office of
U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The Calvert County Times Cops & Courts 9

Maryland State Police Report

Trespassing: On 7/9/18 at 4:33 pm,
Trooper Backus responded to the 1800
block of Hatfield Rd. in Huntingtown for
a trespassing complaint. Edwin A. Cran-
dell, 40 of Huntingtown previously had
been informed he would be charged with
trespassing if coming into the victim’s
property to complete a project he had
failed to complete in 2017. This week
the victim arrived at the residence and
noticed the project was now completed.
A request for a warrant/summons has
been issued for Crandell for tresspassing.
Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle:
On 7/11/18 at 3:42 pm, Trooper Kelly re-
ceived a complaint of Unauthorized Use
of a Motor Vehicle from the victim resid-
ing in 12800 block of Rio Grande Trail
in Lusby. The victim reported Lea M.
Foster, 33 of unknown address was using
the vehicle with permision and agreed to
make payments to the victim. Foster has
failed to make the payments and the vic-
tim requested she return the vehicle. An
application for a Criminal Arrest War-
rant has been requested.
Possession of Marijuana and CDS:
On 7/14/18 at 12:49 pm, Trooper First
Class Rucker stopped a vehicle on Rt.
4 near HG Trueman Rd. in Lusby for
traffic violations. James Q. Miller, 33
of Washington, DC was found to be in
possession of marijuana and Methyl-
enedioxymethamphetamine. He was
arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert
County Detention Center.
Press Release from MSP Barrack U –
Prince Frederick

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crime Report

During the week of July 9 – July 15
deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s
Office responded to 1,476 calls for ser-
vice throughout the community.
Burglary: 18-36538
On July 9, 2018 Deputy O’Donnell
responded to the Tiki Bar in Solomons
for the report of a burglary. The victim
advised sometime between June 25th and
July 9th an unknown suspect(s) broke
into the establishment and stole a 42 inch
television, a La-Z-Boy chair, a wooden
table, a fire pit, and miscellaneous bot-
tles of alcohol. The value of stolen prop-
erty and damage to the establishment is
approximately $750.
Burglary: 18-37028
On July 11, 2018 Deputy R. Shrawder
responded to Alder Road, Port Republic
for the report of a burglary. The com-
plainant advised sometime between 1:00
PM and 7:00 PM an unknown suspect(s)
broke into the community center. Noth-
ing was taken, however, the estimated
value of damage to the facility is $100.
Burglary: 18-37187
On July 12, 2018 Deputy Spalding re-
sponded to Cedar Lane, Lusby for the
report of a burglary. The victim advised
sometime between July 11th at 7:00 PM
and July 12th at 2:30 PM an unknown
suspect(s) broke into his shed and stole
his 2002 yellow and white Suzuki RM
dirt bike. The value of the stolen prop-
erty is $1,500.
Theft: 18-36525
On July 9, 2018 Deputy Deleon re-
sponded to St Leonard Road, St Leonard
for the report of a theft. The complainant
advised copper pipes on her freezer unit
had been cut and stolen.
Theft: 18-36668
On July 10, 2018 Deputy Lewis re-
sponded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s
Office for a reported theft. The victim
advised he ordered shoes online, but
never received the shoes at his residence.
The shoes are valued at $131.21.
Theft: 18-36923
On July 11, 2018 Deputy Flynt re-
sponded to Mission Court, Owings for
the report of a theft that happened earlier
at the Safeway in Dunkirk. The victim
advised when she was leaving the park-
ing lot she noticed her iPhone, which had
a wallet case with her driver’s license
and credit cards, was missing.
ARRESTS:
On July 9, 2018 Deputy Rzepkowski
responded to Terri Lane, Huntingtown
for a disorderly subject. Emergency
communications advised the suspect,
Jerome Kyler (25), was high and being
to the Calvert County Detention Center
where he was charged with CDS: Pos-
session of Paraphernalia.
On July 9, 2018 Deputy T. Buckler
responded to the Chesapeake Beach
Resort and Spa to assist Deputy Beisel
with a CDS Violation. They made con-
tact with the suspects, Karla Freeman
(40) and Chandra Staton (34), who
driver’s side of the vehicle. He refused to
give his license or any other information.
Reid was placed under arrest and trans-
ported to the Calvert County Deten-
tion Center where he was charged with
Failure To Stop at a Stop Sign, Driving
on a Suspended License and Disorderly
Conduct.
On July 14, 2018 Deputy Rzepkows-
ki responded to Abner’s Crab House
in Chesapeake Beach for a disorderly
subject. Upon his arrival, Deputy Hicks
had the disorderly subject, Gina Ma-
rie Hodge (24), in handcuffs. Prior to

Damaged Property: 18-36797

On July 10, 2018 Deputy O’Donnell
responded to the Holiday Inn in Solo-
mons for the report of damaged property.
The victim stated an unknown suspect(s)
keyed his black Nissan Rogue. The esti-
mated value of the damaged property is
approximately $500.
Damaged Property: 18-37732
On July 15, 2018 Deputy Gott re-
sponded to Redlands Road, Lusby for the
report of damaged property. The com-
plainant advised an unknown suspect(s)
egged her siding causing $10 in damage.
destructive in the house. Deputy Rz-
epkowski made contact with Kyler and
placed him in handcuffs. A search of his
room and belongings revealed drug par-
aphernalia including a glass pipe with
burnt residue, a needle that was filled
with a liquid substance and two pre-
scription bottles filled with urine. Kyler
was placed under arrest and transported
were both heavily under the influence of
PCP. Two juvenile females, ages 5 and
3, were laying in bed. Both women were
transported to the Calvert County De-
tention Center and charged with CDS:
Possession-Not Marijuana and Neglect
of Minor.
handcuffing her, Hodge was yelling pro-
On July 11, 2018 Deputy Pounsberry fanities and was asked to leave multiple
conducted a traffic stop at the Citgo gas times, but refused. She was transported
station in North Beach. The driver, Rob- to the Calvert County Detention Center
ert Alan Reid (54), exited the vehicle and charged with Disorderly Conduct as
and began yelling profanities at the offi- well as Trespassing on Private Property.
cer while searching for something on the
10 In Our Community The Calvert County Times Thursday, July 19, 2018

Calvert Volunteers Bring Home Awards from Firemen’s Parade

Huntingtown VFD at the Maryland State Fire Association Convention Parade. Photo courtesy of Hunting- Solomons VFD volunteers at the annual parade in Ocean City. Photo courtesy of Solomons VFD&RS.
town VFD&RS.

By Dick Myers & Guy Leonard
Editor & Staff Writer
Calvert County’s volunteer firefighters
acquitted themselves well in the annual
Maryland State Fire Association Con-
vention parade June 20, in Ocean City.
Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment and Rescue Squad won Best Ap-
pearing Engine (1500 GPM or greater),
Second Best Appearing Rescue Squad,
Second Best Appearing Unit 25 Years
or older (in service) and took home the
Second-Best Company Overall in the
State of Maryland.
They participated in the parade with
Engine 61, Engine 62, Rescue Squad 6,
Jeep 6, and Brush
Capt. Tim Clark, with the Hunting-
town company, said the new Engine 62
made a good showing despite it being
the newest rig in the department; crews
got the apparatus just one month be-
fore the competition and had to install
all the necessary equipment to make it
functional.
“Engine 62 was our newest engine,”
Clark said. “It has to be an in-service
piece.”
The fireman’s parade was not just
about show, he said, but a show of
readiness.
Clark said Huntingtown took the
award for second-best appearance over-
all in the state competition.
“We’re gearing up to go back next year
and bring that [first-place] back home,”
Clark said.
According to Public Information Of-
ficer Norman Rea, Solomons volunteers
brought five trophies home to Solomons,
including: Second Best Appearing
Aerial, Second Best Appearing Engine,
Second Best Appearing Ambulance and
Honorable mentions for Brush 3 and
Utility 3/UTV 3.
This year was the first year for Truck
3 and Engine 34 to participate in the pa-
rade and the department looks forward
to many years to come for them.
Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department
brought home an Honorable Mention for
best appearance for their Engine 51
North Beach VFD garnered an award
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for Third Best Appearing Ambulance.
Prince Fredrick VFD took an Honorable
Mention in the same category.
Recognized during the annual con-
vention for 50 years of service were:
Ronald Morris and Orval Thrasher of
North Beach VFD.
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Thursday, July 19, 2018 The Calvert County Times In Our Community 11

Cue up the ‘Jaws’ Theme

CMM Holds Annual SharkFest

Visitors were enthralled by the Horn and Swell sharks in the touch tank Face painting was popular with the kids attending SharkFest A shark skeleton was a learning experience at SharkFest

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12 Feature
St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Dep
A Family of Volunteers for the
St. Leonard VFD&RS Chief Ricky Weems (right) and Past President Raleigh Midkiff pose with members of the popular group Lady Antebellum at a June 2016 concert there. Photo courtesy of St. Leonard
By Dick Myers
Editor
It’s widely known for its concerts that bring in some
of the biggest music stars that attract attendees from far
and wide. But, the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment and Rescue Squad (Co. 7) is also a place for fam-
ily, where generations, husbands and wives, friends and
relatives volunteer side-by-side to not only put on those
concerts but also to accomplish their main mission of
saving lives and property.
According to their website: “In 1982, seven citizens
living in the area generally served by Co.7, met and
decided to begin the formal process of establishing a
volunteer organization committed to serving the citi-
zens of Calvert County. The Board of Calvert County
Commissioners voted to support the construction and
equipping of a new station in St. Leonard in 1984. The
ground was broken in June of 1986. The station was de-
clared “in service” on the 8th of March, 1987. In 1987,
The Calvert County Times
Co. “7” with only one engine and one ambulance ran
438 calls.
“Since 1987, Co. 7 has grown and currently houses
(2) Ambulances, (2) Class “A” Engines, Pumper/Tank-
er, Heavy Duty Rescue Squad, Mass Casualty Unit,
Jeep, BX, Brush, Car 7, Utility, and Command.”
A prime example of Company 7’s family atmosphere
can be seen in the top leadership positions. Company
President Richard Weems, Sr. is the father of Company
Chief Richard “Ricky” Weems, Jr. The woman who
has headed the concert business since its inception in
2005, Berta Baker is married to Danny, who was one of
Ricky’s mentors after he joined.
Richard Weems, Sr. joined the company shortly after
it was formed. He was encouraged by a friend and was
the first in his family to get involved. “I never put my-
self to volunteer for free for anything but once I got into
it, I really enjoyed it,” Weems said.
He started as chief engineer, ran fire calls and later
became an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). He
Thursday, July 19, 2018
was chief for two years and has been president for about
ten years. He no longer makes calls, sticking to the ad-
ministrative side of the company. He is retired from the
sheriff’s office as a civilian duty officer.
Weems’ wife joined the company shortly after he
did. Three sons and a daughter have also been with
Company 7.
His son Ricky, who is a sheriff’s deputy, was 15 when
he joined as one of the company’s first cadets. Thir-
ty-one years later he still has and treasures his cadet
badge. “I keep it close,” he said
“We have come leaps and bounds, medically wise,
since I joined,” he said. St Leonard runs Basic Life Sup-
port. The Calvert Advanced Life Support Unit, formed
in 1991, runs the most calls of any unit in the county. St.
Leonard, for fire and rescue, responds to about 2,000
calls a year with 80 percent of them being for rescue.
“The first call that I ran was a single-story structure
and it flashed over on me,” Ricky Weems explained. It
was about the same time that the movie “Backdraft”
 Thursday, July 19, 2018 The Calvert County Times Feature 13

partment and Rescue Squad:

Stars
came out. He said he remem- As far as the time commitment, Weems said, “What bigger stage, but there was a big cost associated with
bers telling Danny Baker that you put into it is what you get out of it.” The mini- that.
the fire had gone out. “I remem- mum requirement is eight calls a month. Things can get “The stage that we have now limits some of our prod-
ber Danny shoving me down by pretty busy there, so that’s not a difficult requirement. ucts,” Weems said. Some potential acts pass because of
the back of my head onto the Training can start with a program available in all the size of the stage. For instance, Sugarland didn’t per-
floor. It flashed over.” county high schools. The training is accredited through form what they wanted because of the stage limitations.
When that happened did he the University of Maryland. There are no current plans to replace the stage, be-
have any second thoughts about The educational opportunity also offers job pros- cause a station replacement is potentially in the future,
being a volunteer fireman? “No, pects. President Weems said a lot of the members of his and the location is up to the county because they own
no! I thought it was neat. I had department are professional firefighters or EMTs in ju- the land and the company leases it from them.
all the gear on. Everything was risdictions up the road. They work shifts and volunteer So, for now they are moving ahead with what they
right and proper.” He was right at St. Leonard when they aren’t on the job. Ten of the have, which is an extremely popular venue that con-
in the middle of his basic class- volunteers have full-time careers in emergency service. tinues to attract big acts, like Dustin Lynch earlier this
es. “I never thought I was in With various jobs and school schedules, the company year, the All-America Rejects this Saturday (July 21)
any danger.” can fill its shifts. The night shift can stay in living quar- and Billy Currington on Aug. 17.
He added: “I was hooked!” ters in the building. It’s the younger members who are The concerts are important to Calvert County’s
“I worked in the automo- the mainstay at night. economy. Baker said that people come in from as far
bile field when he was coming So, how is it that a volunteer fire and rescue company away as upstate New York, A couple regularly attends
along, and he was always fol- in an aging facility with 123 members, of whom about from Ohio. They come in and stay in motels and buy
lowing me around,” the elder 65 make the majority of the calls, bring in and run sev- meals at restaurants. That includes the acts who some-
Weems said about his son. “I eral major music concerts a year with the biggest names times stay for several days. Their food preferences are
guess it’s following in your fa- in the music industry such as Alabama, Reba McEntire, local, such as crab cakes.
ther’s footsteps more or less,” Florida-Georgia Line, Eric Church, Alan Jackson and Proceeds from the shows have been used to purchase
he said about his son’s attrac- Jason Aldean? supplies and equipment for the department such as
tion to the firehouse The answer: “It’s not just the 123 members who are LED lighting for volunteer visibility, Baker said.
“It’s a sense of belonging,” here,” Ricky Weems said. “We need supporting mem- Baker doesn’t have a personal entertainer favorite. “I
Ricky said of the family atmo- bers. We need families and extended families and don’t know of any who when they walk away I would
sphere at St. Leonard. “I think friends. If we didn’t have them, we would not be able say they weren’t nice.”
it’s a really neat way to make to put this on.” “They have all been great!”
friends, people with similar in- “Our first concert was in 2005, but we had met and For more information and to purchase tickets for the
terests. It’s not just the family talked about this a few years prior,” said Baker, who two remaining shows this season, All American Re-
group, but it’s very family-ori- has been in on it from the beginning. The concert stage jects on Saturday, July 21 and Billy Currington along
ented. We have several big fam- was constructed the spring before, and in July of 2005 with Lo Cash on Friday, Aug. 17, go to: http://www.
ilies that belong to this place.” the Charlie Daniels Band was the first act. slvfd.org/
Some of the company’s mem- Two years ago, they discontinued the concerts for a
bers became familiar with it by year. “I guess we sort of hit the reset button,” the chief dickmyers@countytimes.net
being recipients of their service, said. One of the discussions was about building a new,
a fire call or a medical call.
They were encouraged to stop
by, “and they saw it as open
arms here, that we embrace
people.”
“We’ve all embraced in calls
that are tragic, and we can talk
about that,” Ricky said of the
d VFD&RS. member’s camaraderie.
Ricky’s wife was in an ac-
cident when she was 16 and
came to the station. “She was one of the ones who got
hooked,” he said.
Ricky had a playpen at the firehouse for his oldest
daughter when she as a toddler. She joined when she
was 16 and now is 22. “She supervised everybody else
(when he was on a call) while she was in her playpen.”
Baker said that even those who don’t have
immediate family within the department
have close ties there. Over the years there have been
marriages, “with firetrucks in the background,” Ricky
Weems said.
Berta Baker met her husband Danny on an ambu-
lance call.
“Recruitment is our future. If we don’t recruit people
we are not going to succeed in the future,” the chief
said. He’s a firm believer in not just targeting their own
families, “but families out on the street. We have re-
cruitment incentives throughout the county.” The big-
gest, he said, is tuition assistance. Members of the St. Leonard VFD Volunteer team
14 Entertainment The Calvert County Times Thursday, July 19, 2018

George Thorogood and the Destroyers Coming to Calvert Marine Museum

See George Thorogood and the De-
stroyers live at the Calvert Marine Mu-
seum’s PNC Waterside Pavilion on Fri-
day, Aug. 10. This legendary group will
perform an electrifying show packed with
hits including: “Who Do You Love?,”
“I Drink Alone,” “One Bourbon, One
Scotch, One Beer,” “Move It On Over,”
“Get a Haircut,” and the anthemic “Bad
to the Bone.” Tickets are $31 -- $69 (ad-
ditional fees apply) and are available at
www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Over the last four decades, George
Thorogood, with his longtime band, The
Destroyers, has sold more than 15 mil-
lion albums, release 16 studio albums—
including six gold and two platinum
discs—and performed more than 8,000
live shows.
Ticketholders are invited to come early
and enjoy specialty drinks, corn hole,
great food, prizes and of course, life mu-
sic in our new beer garden. The night
kicks off at 5 p.m. with local favorite
“No Green Jelly Beenz” on our side stage
before moving over to the main stage at
7:30 p.m. Grab your friends and enjoy a
night full of live music, friends, and fun
in Solomons.
Proceeds from the Waterside Music
Series support the education and preser-
vation efforts of the Calvert Marine Mu-
seum. This event would not be possible
without the generous support of many lo-
cal businesses. Sponsors include: Prince
Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge, PNC Bank,
O’Brien Realty, Bozick Distributors,
Inc., Tidewater Dental, Sunshines Cater-
ing, Roy Rogers, Equity Resources, Inc.,
AARP,  Directmail.com, Holiday Inn
Solomons, Quality Built Homes, 97.7 The
Rocket, Bay Weekly, Quick Connections,
Southern Maryland Newspapers, Isaac’s
Restaurant, Papa John’s Pizza, Comcast,
Atlantic Broadband, Blue Crabs, Com-
puter Aid Inc., TitleMax LLC., World
Gym, and Asbury-Solomons.
Chairs and coolers are not permitted.
For additional information, please visit
www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. To
reach a staff member, please call 410-326-
2042, ext. 16, 17, or 18.
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CSM Brick Ceremony Memorializes Individuals, Honors Special Friends

The College of Southern Maryland scholarship, a room naming or an event Arthur “Sonny” Lund, Thomas E. Smoot
(CSM) Foundation recently installed sponsorship. That generosity and invest- and Francis Spriggs.
11 bricks along its La Plata Campus ment, enriches our today and immeasur- For a $200 donation, an engraved brick
walkways – each engraved with the name ably impacts our tomorrows.” provides a unique way to celebrate a
of an individual, family and a cat, who Since 1989, the brick program has rec- birthday, anniversary, retirement, special
have a special connection to the college. ognized 373 individuals in the walkways occasion or remember a loved one or
The CSM Foundation’s Honorary and at the La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince colleague. Learn more about the CSM
Memorial Brick Recognition Program Frederick campuses. This year, bricks Foundation’s Honorary and Memorial
pays lasting tribute to the lives and were purchased and placed in honor of Brick Recognition Program at https://
contributions of those who have 2018 CSM graduate Camille Joie Pena foundation.csmd.edu/giving/other-ways-
positively influenced the lives of CSM De Jesus; former CSM employee Jane A. to-give/index.html
students and faculty. Gehris; CSM Emeritus Professor of Lan- To view photos of the CSM
“We honor those who believe in the guages Bill Klink; Thomas Carl & Rev. Foundation’s Honorary and Memorial
mission of the College of Southern Dr. Lynn Ronaldi III and Ford T. Feline. Brick Recognition Program, visit http://
Maryland and share in the vision to Feline, the cat, is a permanent and loved csmphoto.zenfolio.com/18brickdedlapl
‘transform lives, one at a time,’” said resident at the La Plata Campus. 
CSM Foundation Board of Directors Bricks were placed in memory of Lau- Press Release from CSM
Bricks lay in memory of Laura Sue Comey and
Chair Nancy Hempstead, during the ra Sue Comey, Lyman Richard “Dick” Lyman Richard “Dick” Comey, placed by their son
ceremony. “It starts with a brick, or a Comey, Bobby Ray Logan, Virginia and Bill Comey.

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16 Education
Promise Scholarships Coming
to Maryland’s 16 Community
Colleges, Including CSM
With the recent enactment of a Mary-
land Community College Promise
Scholarship (MCCPS), Maryland joins
a growing number of states working to
make higher education more affordable
for recent high school graduates at its 16
community colleges, including the Col-
lege of Southern Maryland.
“We are excited to have the Maryland
Community College Promise Scholar-
ship as another way of helping families
afford college. While more financial aid
is always good for our students, it is im-
portant to remember that this program
will help some students—not the major-
ity—afford community college,” said
College of Southern Maryland President
Dr. Maureen Murphy. “The Maryland
Promise Scholarship does not provide
free community college. Rather, there is
$15 million in this new state scholarship
fund to be shared among Maryland’s
16 community colleges to help fill a fi-
nancial gap only after all other finan-
cial assistance has been awarded to the
student.”
As legislated, this scholarship will be
available only to recent high school grad-
uates, and eligible students must seek all
other funding before they are able to ap-
ply for any Promise scholarship.
Murphy said that since many of the
state’s 500,000 community college stu-
dents will be ineligible for these two spe-
cific Maryland programs, “Federal and
state financial aid and CSM scholarships
will remain critical to the access and
success of our students at CSM… While
this program is a good first step toward
college affordability, it is important to
remember that CSM’s scholarships will
continue to be vital and a necessary re-
source for many of our students,” said
CSM Vice President of Advancement
Michelle Goodwin.
The state has also authorized a Near-
Completer Grant, available to those stu-
dents who have completed 75 percent of
their academic degree requirements.
The Maryland Higher Education
The Calvert County Times
Commission is responsible for develop-
ing the regulations to administer both
programs.
For the MCCPS, based on the remain-
ing gap after all eligible financial aid
has been awarded, the student may ap-
ply for a maximum of $5,000 per year.
The recipient must be a full-time student
at a Maryland Community College for
a vocational certificate, a credit certifi-
cate, or an associate degree. Recipients
must be within two years of graduat-
ing high school or completing a GED
and have a high school GPA of 2.3 or
higher. Further, their annual adjusted
gross income must be $100,000 or less
in single of single-parent households, or
$150,000 if married or residing in a two-
parent household. The recipient must
work within the state of Maryland one
year for each year of being awarded the
scholarship.
Maryland’s Near-Completer Grant
Program will begin Fall 2019 for stu-
dents close to finishing degrees at either
community colleges or four-year institu-
tions in Maryland. These students can
receive up to one-third of tuition due.
Grants are available for credit programs
only and awarded on a first-come, first-
served basis. The recipient must have
completed 45 credit hours from a com-
munity college or 90 credit hours from
a four-year institution. Recipients must
have a minimum 2.0 GPA on a scale of
4.0. All financial aid must be applied
before this award is appropriated, and
funds will be allocated for tuition only,
for up to one-third of the in-county resi-
dent tuition rate.
For more information on the MCCPS
at CSM, visit www.csmd.edu/promise.
For information on the Near-Completer
grant, visit https://mdacc.org/wp-con-
tent/uploads/Near-completer-Key-Pts-
Final.pdf.
Press release from
College of Southern Maryland
CSM Recognizes
Students’ Leadership,
Teamwork, and
Commitment to Service
CSM Vice President of Student and Instructional Support Services Dr. Bill Comey, Vice
President’s Cup Recipient Joesph Brown, President’s Cup Recipient Camille De Jesus and
CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy celebrate success at the 32nd annual CSM Student
Government Association banquet.
The College of Southern Maryland
(CSM) recently recognized several stu-
dents for their dedicated service to the
college community and their positive
impact on all students during the 32nd
annual Student Government Associa-
tion (SGA) banquet at Middleton Hall in
Waldorf.
“The students who step up to serve in,
or be recognized by, the Student Gov-
ernment Association have some of the
most important roles at our college,” said
CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy.
“These leaders represent the voice of ev-
ery student and make our institution, stu-
dent body, and communities stronger.”
Camille De Jesus, of Bryans Road,
was recognized by Murphy as the re-
cipient of the President’s Cup during
the banquet. De Jesus has been involved
with the La Plata Campus Club of Wom-
en In STEM and served as the treasurer
of the La Plata Campus Student Associa-
tion (SA). She was also recognized for
her solid job performance as a student
assistant in the CSM Development De-
partment before graduating as part of the
59th Spring Commencement class.
Lusby resident and Presidential Schol-
ar Oluwaseyi Kintunde, who served as
the CSM SGA presidents and president
of the Prince Frederick SA, was award-
ed with a Special SGA Officer Recog-
nition by Vice President of Student and
Instructional Support Services, Dr. Bill
Comey. She was applauded for her ex-
emplary service and maintaining aca-
demic excellence throughout college.
Comey gave the Vice President’s Cup
to Joesph Brown, of Bel Alton, for his
Thursday, July 19, 2018
dedication to students at the CSM’s La
Plata Campus as a math tutor for the
nearly eight years. Brown was acknowl-
edged as “an ambassador of the CSM
tutoring program,” who has worked
behind the scenes to improve tutoring,
increase student retention and increase
student progression and ultimately influ-
ence the success of hundreds of students.
St. Leonard resident Alexander “Finn”
Gilbert was selected as the CSM Student
Employee of the Year for going above
and beyond expectations as a student as-
sistant in the Prince Frederick Business
Office. Gilbert was lauded by his super-
visor and coworkers as “a goal-oriented
student who embodies what CSM spirit
is all about.”
The Pride Pack and the Criminal Jus-
tice Club shared CSM Club of the Year
honors. The Prince Frederick Pride Pack
LGBTQIA+ advocacy club was awarded
for providing a comprehensive and var-
ied schedule of awareness events and
campaigns, resulting in the club dou-
bling its membership over the year.
The Criminal Justice Club was award-
ed for its active presence at the Leon-
ardtown Campus and its participation
in, and fundraising for, several service
projects in neighboring communities.
The Criminal Justice Club’s Advisor
John Delabrer also received the CSM
Advisor of the Year award for providing
the club’s members with a wide array of
meaningful experiences and learning
opportunities.
Press release by CSM
Thursday, July 19, 2018 The Calvert County Times Sports 17

Kane is Able in What’s Biting Where:

Winning Drive A Smattering of Cobia
Friday at Potomac Creeks, Rivers, and Bay
White Perch are Everywhere in
Bowie Ends Win Drought in RUSH Crates By Ken Lamb
Contributing Writer

Lure casters are using tiny spinner

baits that can be tipped with bits of blood-
worms or crab. Bottom fishermen in the
bay and rivers are finding the Perch in
deeper water (20 – 40 feet), hitting on Ken Lamb with a catch of Perch in a creek off the
bloodworms, squid, and shrimp. Some Patuxent.
Spot and Croaker are mixed in with the bite at sunset most days. The Benedict
Perch. area of the Patuxent has plenty of big
Stripers are in the shallows at dusk and Catfish.
dawn in the Patuxent and Potomac, hit- Croaker and Spot are hit or miss in
Bruce Kane drove a flawless race to score his first win of the season in last Friday ting topwater lures and swimming crank- most locations. We should get a Spot run
nights 20-lap Limited Late Model feature at Potomac Speedway. The win for Kane, baits. The Potomac has turned on in the in the Patuxent soon.
aboard his Rocket XR-1 no.1K, was his 4th career win at the track and his first since late afternoon bite from Cobb Island to Cobia are making a headline run in the
the 2014 season.   the north of the Aqua Land. These are a lower Bay below Smith Point. A smatter-
Kane blasted from his pole starting spot to grab the lead on the first lap and would good grade of fish, from 22 – 28 inches, ing of Cobia has worked their way up to
never look back to score the win. Eventual runner-up Derick Quade chased Kane for and eager. There is action on these Rock- the Middle Grounds and the Target Ship.
the duration, but would settle for second at the finish. “We’ve had this car for two fish on the Virginia side of the Potomac, We hope more are on the way along with
season’s now and I think we finally got it where we need to be.” Kane stated post too. big bull Redfish.
race. “This place is always in good shape and that’s why we came down tonight, and Catfish are still taking cut bait in the Bass and Bluegill are very active in St.
its great to get all the people who help with this car a win.” Billy Tucker, Jonny Oliver Potomac at Bushwood Wharf. The Perch Mary’s Lake.
and Sam Archer trailed at the finish.  have moved into this area, too, and will
In just his second start of the season, former track champion Ben Bowie drove to
his first win of the season in the companion 20-lap RUSH Crate Late Model main.
Bowie grabbed the lead on the first lap and held off his brother Chuck Bowie, to score
his 5th career win in the class and first since the 2015 season. «We›ve really struggled
the past two years and it›s nice to finally have some good equipment again.» Said BASEBALL
Boiwe. “This class is so tough and it’s great to win over all the good cars that come
here.” Logan Roberson, Matt Glanden and Jimmy Jesmer Jr. completed the top-five. 
In support class action, Ed Pope Jr. romped to his 5th win of the season in the
HOT DOGS
16-lap Street Stock feature, Greg Morgan took his first of the season in the 15-lap
Hobby Stock main, Jeff Block collected his 2nd win in a row in the 15-lap Strictly BREWS
stock contest with Larry Lamb posting his 2nd win of the season in the 15-lap U-Car
feature.  PEANUTS
Limited Late Model feature finish
1. Bruce Kane 2. Derick Quade 3. Billy Tucker 4. Jonny Oliver 5. Sam Archer 6. CRACKER JACKS
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Street Stock feature finish

1. Ed Pope Jr. 2. Jeremy Pilkerton 3. Kyle Nelson 4. Mike Raleigh
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18 Obituaries
In Remembrance
Michael Anthony
“Mike” DiFonzo
Michael Anthony “Mike” DiFon-
zo, 69, of North Beach passed away
July 13, 2018 at his residence. He
was born August 27, 1948 in Wash-
ington, D.C. to Frank and Ella Faye
(Dearborn) DeFonzo. Mike was
raised in Montgomery County and
graduated from Walt Whitman High
School. He enlisted in the U.S. Ma-
rines Corps and served from 1967 to
1969. After returning from Vietnam,
Mike went to work as a fireman with
Cabin John Fire Department. He lat-
er became a collections officer for
NASA Federal Credit Union, retir-
ing in 2010. Mike married Debra
Johnson on August 23, 1994 and they
lived in Germantown until moving
to North Beach in December 2000.
Mike enjoyed watching the Philadel-
phia Eagles and Baltimore Orioles,
hunting, his dogs, his 1967 Camaro
and spending time with his family.
Mike was preceded in death by
his parents, a son Michael Anthony
DiFonzo and his best friend who
passed away in Vietnam, William
Ronald Bissell. He is survived by his
loving wife, Debra Johnson-DiFon-
zo, son William Ronald DiFonzo
and wife Elizabeth of Lake Worth,
FL and daughter Danielle Nicole
DiFonzo of North Beach. Also sur-
viving are three grandchildren, eight
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John Henley Dorsey
John Henley Dorsey, 54, of Chesa-
peake Beach passed away July 12,
2018 at his residence. He was born
October 17, 1963 in Prince Frederick
to Harvey Lynn and Irma Mildred
(Hance) Dorsey. John was raised in
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ern High School. He married Mar-
garet Donohue on March 18, 1983
and they lived in Lanham for a short
time before settling in Huntingtown.
They moved to Chesapeake Beach in
2011. John enjoyed fishing, collect-
He is survived by his wife Mar-
garet “Meg” Dorsey, daughter Mary
Grace Donohue and son John Wil-
liam Dorsey, all of Chesapeake
Beach, twin brother James Harvey
“Jimmy” Dorsey, Sr. and wife Marie
of Chaptico, nieces Jennifer Dorsey
and Holly Smith and nephews Jim-
my Dorsey, Jr. and Chris Dorsey. He
was preceded in death by his par-
ents and brother Charles Franklin
Dorsey.
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made to American Heart Associa-
tion, P.O. Box 5216
Glen Allen VA 23058; web-
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Mary Evelyn
Simpson
Mary Evelyn Simpson, 89, of
Chesapeake Beach passed away
July 12 at her residence surrounded
by family. Evelyn was born Febru-
ary 8, 1929 in Washington, D.C. to
Lester and Belle Lunsford. She was
raised in Seat Pleasant and gradu-
ated from Maryland Park High
School. She married John I. Simp-
son, Jr. on June 7, 1948 at Camp
Lejeune, NC and they lived in Seat
Pleasant until moving to North
Beach in 1967 and to their farm in
Owings in 1969. Evelyn owned and
operated Evelyn’s Rolling Kitchens,
a food truck and catering business,
and also ran the Feedbag Carryout
in Marlowe Heights. She enjoyed
spending time with her husband at
the American Legion in Chesapeake
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Beach, gardening and working on
their farm, gambling and games
of chance, eating crabs and drink-
ing beer, dining out, cooking, and
spending time with family, especial-
ly her grandchildren.
Evelyn was preceded in death by
her husband John and a son John I.
Simpson III, sisters Myrtle Rothen-
bucher and Delores Lunsford, and
brothers Howard, Vernon and Ar-
thur Lunsford. She is survived by
her devoted daughter Roxanne Ab-
ner and husband Bobby, grandchil-
dren Zachary Abner, John I. Simp-
son IV, Nathan Simpson, and Me-
lissa Young, a sister Donna Cabrera
and husband Bruce, and numerous
nieces, nephews and friends. 
Funeral arrangements were made
by Rausch Funeral Home
Richard Pirkner
“Dickie” Childs
Richard Pirkner “Dickie” Childs,
74, of Chesapeake Beach passed
away July 9, 2018 at his residence.
He was born October 21, 1943 in
Washington, D.C. to James Bennett
and Eleanor Atala (Pirkner) Childs.
Dickie was raised in D.C. and gradu-
ated from Bladensburg High School.
He married Reba Wheeler in 1967
and they lived in Silver Spring un-
til moving to Chesapeake Beach in
2000. Dickie was employed as an
electronic engineer for NASA God-
dard Space Flight Center before be-
coming self-employed. In his leisure
time Dickie enjoyed yard sales, col-
lecting, cars, CB radio, and cigars.
Dickie is survived by his wife
Reba W. Childs of Chesapeake
Beach, grandchildren Haven Childs
and Hendrix King, daughter in law
Caley Childs King, son in law Brent
King, sister in law Bonnie Shif-
flett, brothers Rudolf and Robert
F. Childs, and numerous nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death
by his sons Richard Bennett and
Randy James Childs and brothers
James, Daniel, Phillip, and Herbert
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Childs.
Memorial Contributions may be
made to Project Echo, P.O. Box 2764
Prince Frederick MD 20678; web-
site: http://www.projectecho.net
Funeral arrangements were made
by Rausch Funeral Home.
James Kimball
“Jim” Thompson
James Kimball “Jim” Thompson,
99 of Solomons, MD passed away
peacefully on July 8, 2018 at Asbury
Health Care Center, Solomons, MD.
He was born on February 4, 1919 in
Morris, OK to the Late Fannie Lynn
and James Walter Thompson. He
was the loving husband to Marga-
ret Jane “Marge” Thompson whom
he married on July 24, 1943 and she
preceded him in death on February
7, 2011.
Jim graduated from high school
and went on to join the United States
Army serving from 1941 until he
was honorably discharged in 1945.
He was a Technical Sergeant dur-
ing World War II and specialized
in Meteorology. After the military,
Jim worked in Chicago doing Thun-
derstorm Research; NASA in Lang-
ley Field, VA; Air Force Flight Test
Center in Dayton, OH doing Aero-
nautical Research, Federal Aviation
Administration Test Center in At-
lantic City, NJ, and transferred to
Washington, DC in 1965 as an Aero-
nautical Scientist for the FAA where
he retired. Jim and Marge bought a
vacation home in Chesapeake Ranch
Club in 1984 and eventually moved
to the Asbury Community in Solo-
mons, MD.
Jim is preceded in death by his
parents; wife of 67 years, Marge;
daughter, Lynn Ann Crouch, and
brothers, Howard and Ralph Thomp-
son. He is survived by a Son In-Law,
Don Crouch; Four Granddaughters
and Three Step-Grandchildren.  held at 11AM with Chaplain Bill
Visitation will be Friday, July 20,
12:30-1 p.n. at Asbury~Solomons
Auditorium, 11100 Asbury Circle,
Solomons MD 20688. A Life Cele-
bratiob Service will follow at 1 p.m.
Interment will be at MD Veterans
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Honor the memory of your cherished
Cemetery – Cheltenham, 11301 Crain
Highway, Cheltenham MD 20623. A Tribute to the Loved One one by sharing the story of their life
with friends, neighbors and associates
Funeral arrangements by Rausch
Funeral Home. Whose Memory Lives here in the community.
  For details and to place
On Forever in Your Heart your notice of remembrance,
Jo Anne “Meme”
call 301-373-4125 for assistance.
McMullen
REMEMBRANCES
IN PRINT & ONLINE
Jo Anne “Meme” McMullen, 58 of
Lusby, MD formerly of Norfolk, VA
passed away on July 15, 2018 at her
residence surrounded by family. She
IN REMEMBRANCE
was born on February 21, 1960 in
Norfolk, VA to the late Loretta May Jessica Deaun King, who left this life
Woolwine and Gerald Armstrong on July 23, 1996 at age 14.
Musick. She was the loving wife to
Arnold Roy McMullen whom she She will always be remembered with
married on December 10, 1983.
Jo Anne graduated from Great love by her mother, father, and brother
Mills High School and went on to at-
tend classes at the College of South- Phillip. Memories of her will live
ern Maryland in Prince Frederick,
MD. She moved to Calvert Co. in on forever in our hearts.
1985 from St. Mary’s Co. and was a
Daycare Provider for over 15 years.
She is survived by her husband of
34 years Arnold Roy “Mac” McMul-
len of Lusby, MD; Children, Melissa
Alger of Leonardtown, MD, Amber
Strickland of Hollywood, MD, and
Angel Wright of Prince Frederick,
MD; Siblings, Donna Morelli of El-
mira, NY, Samuel Spradlin of Mon-
roe, NC, Deborah Griffin of Virgin-
ia Beach, VA, and Andrew Musick
of Lynchburg, VA; and seven grand-
children. She was preceded in death
by her parents and a son, Timothy
Alger.
The family will receive friends on
Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 10 ~ Lynda J. Striegel & Andrea B. Baddour
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Chapel, 20 American Lane, Lusby, WILLS • PROBATE ADMINISTRATION
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Miller officiating. Interment will Free Estate Planning Seminar,
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Frederick, MD. August 15, 2018 at 11AM at our office.
Condolences to the family may be
made at www.rauschfuneralhomes. 301-855-2246 • www.legalstriegel.com
com.
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Community Calendar online, visit www.chesapeakebeachmd.
Thursday, July 19
Newtowne Players: “9 To 5”
Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South
Coral Dr., Lexington Park
8:00 PM Thursday thru Saturday, and
3:30 PM Sunday.
The hit musical “9 to 5,” runs Thurs-
days through Sundays until July 29. $18/
adults, $15 seniors/ students/military,
and $10 for children age 12 and under.
Thursdays all tickets $15. Tickets online
at www.newtowneplayers.org. More info
or reservations call 301-737-5447 and
leave message.
BIG FUN ART!  ings and services close on Fridays (thru
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts
Center
13470 Dowell Rd., Solomons
Bright colors, bold scales, and a play-
ful spirit. Displayed in the Daugherty
Gallery through Sep. 23. Works have
boldness in color, an exaggeration in
scale, abundance in repetition, dynamic
in pattern, or playful in subject. It’s all
about the joy! 410-326-4640. www.an-
nmariegarden.org
Friday, July 20
National Lollipop Day
Northeast Community Center, Chesa-
peake Beach
3:00 – 7:00 PM
Not only will the first 250 visitors
receive a free lollipop to enjoy, but you
will also learn some interesting facts and
get to play some trivia to find out more
about what makes this candy treat so ir-
resistible. Free. Info:
410-535-1600 ext. 8210.
www.co.cal.md.us/parksandrecreation
Concert on the Pavilion
Bay Ave., North Beach
6:00 PM
The Ryan Forrester Band. Free. www.
northbeachmd.org
Free Car Show
By the Bay, North Beach
4:00 – 8:00 PM
Every Friday through September.  Mackall Rd.,
Board Walk Cruize Nite. All years wel-
Indian Village Days
come. In conjunction with the Farmer’s Jefferson-Patterson Park,
Market. Car Nutz, 410 474 2244.
Mackall Rd.,
Moonlight Cruise
Rod ‘N’ Reel Marina, Chesapeake
Beach
7:30 – 9:30 PM
The Town of Chesapeake Beach in-
vites you to spend a summer evening
cruising aboard “Miss Lizzy.” $32/
person. Although children are welcome,
these cruises are more suited for adults.
Tickets are available at Town Hall if pay-
ing with cash, check or credit card. For
more information or to purchase tickets
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Karaoke at the Legion
American Legion Post 206, Chesa-
peake Beach
8:00 PM - Midnight
A good time at the American Legion
Stallings Williams Post, Lower Level
Lounge. No cover charge. Public wel-
come. Questions? 410-257-9878. www.
ALPost206.Org
Code Green Friday
College of Southern Maryland
In an effort to decrease energy costs
during the summer, most CSM build-
Aug. 3) at 1:30 and remain closed over
the weekend, except for special events.
It does not affect the Kids’ and Teen Col-
lege programs, or the CSM Public Safety
and Preparedness team. Details, info at
www.csmd.edu/community
Sat., & Sun., July 21 - 29
Buy Local Week
Calvert County celebrates the bounty
of local agricultural products by high-
lighting the benefits of buying local
products from area farms, farmers mar-
kets, farm stands and watermen. Visit the
county’s many roadside stands as well as
the farmers markets during this week
and throughout the summer. For info
about where to purchase local produce,
meats and other products, visit www.cal-
vertag.com.  Monday, July 23
Saturday, July 21
Fossil Field Experience
Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Sol-
omons Island Rd. S, Solomons
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
For people who want to learn about
fossils: where to find them, how to iden-
tify them, what they tell us about the
past. For adults and children 8 and older.
$20. Preregistration required. 410-326-
2042, ext. 41.
www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
10515
St. Leonard
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
A glimpse into life as it might have
been when John Smith visited the people
who lived along the Patuxent River. 410-
586-8501. www.jefpat.org
Crab and Shrimp Feast
Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire
Department
1:00 – 4:00 PM
All food cooked on site. $50. All-you-
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
can-eat crabs, shrimp, corn on the cob,
hush puppies, hot dogs, french fries, un-
limited ice tea, soda and water – beer for
purchase. Calvert County Ducks Unlim-
ited raffle tickets available. Info: 410-
535-9875. www.pfvfd.org
Treasures  disabled by the Veterans Administration.
CalvART Gallery, Prince Frederick
Center (Rt. 4 & 231)
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Opening reception to meet the eclectic
group of artists who have created works
that are dazzling in diversity and qual-
ity. Treasures is an invitational show of
local artists who have never shown at
CalvART Gallery. The show runs until
August 5. Gallery open Wednesday thru
Sunday, 11:00 – 5:00. 410-535-9252.
www.calvartgallery.org. A program of
the Arts Council of Calvert County.
Movie on the Beach
Bay Ave. @ 5th St., North Beach
7:30 PM
“Jaws” Free. www.northbeachmd.org.
Free Movie
Union Church, 8912 Chesapeake Ave.
(next to Town Hall), North Beach
At Dusk 
“Ferdinand” will be shown on the
lawn at the church. Offered with the
compliments of the Congregation. Light
refreshments will be served.  All are cor-
dially invited. Questions? 410-257-3555
www.facebook.com/NBUnionChurch
Shipwreck Vacation Bible School
St. Paul United Methodist Church,
11000 HG Trueman Road, Lusby
July 23 – 27, 8:45 AM - Noon
Children ages 4 to 12 discover that Je-
sus rescues them! Family members and
friends are encouraged to join in daily
for a special time at noon. Call 410-
326-4475 or sign up online at vbspro.
events/p/events/36cb14.
River Life Camp
Jefferson-Patterson Park, 10515
St. Leonard
July 23-27, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Rising 2nd and 3rd graders discover
what makes the Patuxent River so spe-
cial to JPPM. $145. Questions or regis-
tration: 410-586-8501 or jef.pat@mary-
land.gov.
Tuesday, July 24
Public Hearing
Courthouse, 175 Main St., 2nd Floor,
Prince Frederick
10:30 AM
Thursday, July 19, 2018
The Calvert County Board of Com-
missioners will hold a Public Hearing
in the Commissioners Hearing Room to
consider and receive comments on a pro-
posed ordinance allowing Calvert Coun-
ty to issue refunds of property taxes
paid by veterans after they are deemed
Info, 410-535-1600 x2435.
Bingo
North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept.
7:30 PM
Doors open at 5:00. $8/person. Food
and drink available for purchase. More
info please call 301-855-0520.
Wednesday, July 25
Calvert Stewards Garden Work Day
Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, 2880
Grays Rd., Prince Frederick
9:30 AM - Noon
Volunteer to help staff maintain and
upkeep the trails and gardens around
Battle Creek Nature Center. Volunteers
must be able to perform moderately
strenuous physical tasks. Ages 13 and
up, under 18 with adult. Reservations
required. 410-535-5327. www.calvert-
parks.org
Tea at the Garden
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts
Center
13470 Dowell Rd., Solomons
12:00 - 1:30 PM
An assortment of specialty teas,
served with homemade quiche, soup or
salad, scones, tea cookies, pastries, and
more! Adult event must be 16 years or
older to attend. $25. Register: 410-326-
4640. www.annmariegarden.org
Thursday, July 26
Celebration!
Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum,
4155 Mears Ave.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Story, music, face painting, games, fun
activities, special snack. Suitable for pre-
school and elementary aged children and
their caregivers. Free and open to the
public. Contact: Correine Moore, 410-
257-3892. cbrailway@co.cal.md.us
Quit Tobacco Class
Calvert County Health Dept., 975 Sol-
omons Island Road, Prince Frederick
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Free 8-week classes will be held July
26 thru September 13. Free medication
aids, group support, and tools to assist
in your quitting journey. Register: call
410-535-5400 x359 or visit www.calver-
thealth.org
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Thursday, July 19
Create a Mini Paper Doll (for teens)!
For more information & to register for events visit http://calvertlibrary.info
6:00-8:00pm. Make miniature art and a
mini paper doll of yourself to look at all
the art. Calvert Library Prince Freder-
ick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862.
Saturday, July 21
Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble &
More. 12:00-3:00pm. Want to learn Mah-
jongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills
killer? Games are a great way to keep
your brain sharp while having fun! Join
us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince
Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291
or 301-855-1862.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens. 1:00-
4:00pm. All teens welcome, experienced
players and novices! Please register. Cal-
vert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Monday, July 23
Monday Morning Fun. 10:00-10:45am.
Join us for dancing, stories, and fun. Cal-
vert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Green Crafting. 2:00-4:00pm. Make
crafts out of materials that would typically
be thrown out. Crocheting, needlework,
sewing, and simple tying techniques will
be used. Calvert Library Southern Branch,
13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons,
410-326-5289.
Tuesday, July 24
Summer Fun - Echoes of Nature. 10:00-
11:00am. Dancing with the Animal Stars
is a program for young students to come
and meet live animals for a sensory expe-
rience promoting an understanding of the
natural world. Meet some dancing animals
and discover their reason to dance. Music
included. All ages. Calvert Library Twin
Beaches Branch at the Northeast Commu-
nity Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Road,
Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411.
Summer Fun - Echoes of Nature. 2:00-
3:00pm. Dancing with the Animal Stars
is a program for young students to come
and meet live animals for a sensory expe-
rience promoting an understanding of the
natural world. Meet some dancing animals
and discover their reason to dance. Music
included. All ages. Calvert Library Fair-
view Branch at the Dunkirk Volunteer
Fire Department, 3170 West Ward Road,
Dunkirk, 410-257-2101.
Flying Needles. 6:00-9:00pm. Knit-
ting, crocheting and portable crafting
group open to anyone wanting to join in
and share talents, crafting time or learn a
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new skill. No registration. Calvert Library
Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman
Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Wednesday, July 25
Summer Fun - Echoes of Nature.
10:00-11:00am. Dancing with the Animal
Stars is a program for young students to
come and meet live animals for a sensory
experience promoting an understanding of
the natural world. Meet some dancing ani-
mals and discover their reason to dance.
Music included. All ages. Calvert Library
Southern Branch at the Patuxent Appeal
Campus, Primary Building, 35 Appeal
Lane, Lusby, 410-326-5289.
MakePlayLearn. 1:00-4:00pm. Take
building and creativity to a whole new
level at the library. We provide the space,
Legos® and other building materials..
you provide the imagination. Calvert
Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Summer Fun - Echoes of Nature. 2:00-
3:00pm. Dancing with the Animal Stars
is a program for young students to come
and meet live animals for a sensory ex-
perience promoting an understanding
of the natural world. Meet some danc-
ing animals and discover their reason to
dance. Music included. All ages. Calvert
Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Summer Fun - Echoes of Nature. 7:00-
8:00pm. Dancing with the Animal Stars
is a program for young students to come
and meet live animals for a sensory ex-
perience promoting an understanding
of the natural world. Meet some danc-
ing animals and discover their reason to
dance. Music included. All ages. Calvert
Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Thursday, July 26
JobSource Mobile Career Center.
1:00-3:00pm. Stop by to visit the Job-
Source Mobile Career Center for your
job search needs! Get job counseling and
résumé help, search for jobs and connect
with Southern Maryland JobSource. No
registration. Calvert Library Southern
Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road,
Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Parent/Tween Summer Book Meet-
Up. 7:00-8:00pm. Parent/Tween Sum-
mer Book Meet-Up! Parents and tweens
(entering grades 5-7) will meet up to talk
about a popular book. Register in person
at your branch starting July 2nd and pick
up your copy of the book! Space is lim-
ited! Please register. Calvert Library
Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor
Road, Chesapeake Beach, 410-257-2411.
Calendars 21
YoungatHeart By Office of Aging Staff
County seniors. FCCS provides funds
Educate and Navigate/ for services which will assist them in
Medicare Part D Training remaining independent when govern-
A training will be held for Mary-
mental or grant funds are insufficient.
land State Retirees with Medicare. FCCS is seeking members. These are
This training is specifically for indi-
volunteer positions. Contact Susan
viduals planning to enroll themselves Justice at the Office on Aging at 410-
during Open Enrollment. Topics 535-4606. For more information, visit
will include: How to research plans
the website at fccseniors.org.
for 2019; Medicare.gov Plan Finder;
Part D Donut Hole and Catastrophic
Calvert Pines Senior Center
Coverage; Understanding Subsidy
Plans; Senior Medicare Patrol. The
(CPSC)
Start your day off with a good
training will be held at Calvert Pines
laugh by playing a fun game of Jokes
Senior Center, 450 W. Dares Beach
on You, Tuesday, July 24, 11:15 a.m.
Rd., Prince Frederick, August 9, 10
Enjoy a delicious chicken dinner, fol-
a.m.- 2 p.m. You must register for this
lowed by the movie Beauty and the
free training – lunch provided. Space
Beast, Thursday, July 26, 4 p.m. Pre-
is limited. Please RSVP by July 29 by
registration and payment is required.
calling 410-535-4606.
Fee $7.
Living Well with Diabetes
Living Well with Diabetes classes
North Beach
will be offered at: Southern Pines Senior Center (NBSC)
Senior Center, Mondays, August Sit back and relax amongst friends
while enjoying some popcorn with
27 – October 15, 9 – 11:30 a.m. (No
class on September 3 and October 8); our Morning Movie, Black Panther,
Tuesday, July 24, 9:30 a.m. A repre-
North Beach Senior Center, Fridays,
September 7 – October 12, 9 – 11:30 sentative from Twin Beaches Library
a.m. This workshop is for those with will be here to talk about some excel-
lent books for you to read, Thursday,
pre-Diabetes or Diabetes. Register
for the workshop through the Calvert July 26, 11 a.m.
County Health Department at 410-
535-5400, ext. 459. Southern Pines Senior
Center (SPSC)
Friends of Calvert County Jump into a game of this popular
Seniors, Inc. Seeking word game, Scrabble, Monday, July
23, 10:30 a.m. A Diabetic Health
Members Educator, will be here to demonstrate
Friends of Calvert County Seniors,
how to make a healthy Quick and
Inc. (FCCS) is a non-profit organi-
Easy, One-Dish Meal, Friday, July 27,
zation dedicated to improving the
11 a.m.
quality of life for qualified Calvert
Eating Together Menu
Tomato Slices, 3-Bean Salad,
Monday, July 23
Baked Chicken, Tossed Salad w/ Cubed Cantaloupe
Chickpeas, Scalloped Potatoes,
Carrots, Dinner Roll, Cantaloupe
Thursday, July 26
Pork Roast, Gravy, Mashed
Potatoes, Seasoned Spinach, Dinner
Tuesday, July 24
Seafood Salad on a Bed of Lettuce, Roll, Strawberries
Pickled Beets, Corn, Dinner Roll,
Apple Crisp
Friday, July 27
Chicken Patty on a Bun, Coleslaw,
Wednesday, July 25 Seedless Watermelon Slices
Chicken Salad Sandwich, Lettuce &
Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of
the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call:
Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549,
or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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61. Tell on
33. Elephant’s name authorization (abbr.)
62. Gall
37. Home of the Flyers 7. Mega-electronvolt
63. Cologne
38. Builder’s trough 8. One from Asia
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