2014-05-01 The Calvert Gazette

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After four months, the Calvert Marine Museum is

open again. During the renovation, the gift shop
was upgraded and expande and a multi purpose
room was completed, taking place of the old
auditorium. Programs utilizing the
newly acquired Dee of St. Marys
will add to the educational offerings.
Pictured above, James Black (left), Regis Becker,
John Fulchiron, Ed Bahniuk and Jim Wilson
get ready to take local elementary students out
on the Dee. The museums grand re-opening is
scheduled for this Saturday, May 3.
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entertainment
The Arc of Southern Maryland is gearing up for the 12th annual Pat Collins Golf Tournament
to be held at Twin Shields Gold Club on May 22.
education
Megan OConnor lines up a kick during the 2014 Special Olympics.
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Christmas in April
Completes 2014 Build
Volunteers came together to help families
in need during the annual Christmas in April
build and renovation day on April 26.
Christmas in April Calvert County, Inc.
an affiliate of Rebuilding Together and a United Way Member Agency. The organization
helps disabled and elderly homeowners, and
families with children, who live in and own
their house and can not afford to pay for home
repairs. Christmas in April works year-round
to repair 25 houses throughout the county on
the last Saturday of April. Some emergency repairs and follow-up work are done throughout
the year. Homeowners can submit their homes
and projects for consideration in the fall.
During the repair day, teams of volunteers
from local churches, businesses and organizations go to homes to complete the work, which
can range from painting a kitchen to replacing a roof. Individual volunteers not already
involved in an organizations can be attached
to a volunteer group.
Some organizations, such as Dominion
Cove Point, will also adopt a home that was not
selected for the Christmas in April program.
Christmas in April*Calvert County, Inc.
has repaired at least 25 homes per year since
1991.
For more information, including ways to
get involved in next years Christmas in April
on Saturday, April 25, visit www.christmasinaprilcalvertcounty.org.
A team from Harvest Fellowship in Lusby works on a home in Port Republic
Photos by Sarah Miller
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COUNTY
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Ruths Miracle Group
Home to Partner
with Coppin
State University
By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
Two years ago,
Ruths Miracle Group
Home founder Veronica
Alston visited the classroom of Antoinette Coward, pretending to be a
new student with a drug
habit, then leaving the
room and coming back
dressed as a professional to talk about Ruths
Miracle Group Home.
Alston and Coward, an adjunct profession at the College of Health Professions at
Coppin State University, met during a Baltimore Resource Locator fair. Coward believed Alston would be a great speaker for
her class. Alston is a recovering addict and
started Ruths Miracle Group Home to help
other women transition from rehab to the
next steps in their lives.
When the school began seeking out
community partners to give students real
world experience, Coward knew Alston and
Ruths Miracle Group Home would be a great
fit.
The program will give students an opportunity to shadow women recovering from
substance use and domestic abuse, among
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The program will be voluntary for the
women at the house, according to Funds Development Officer Rhonda Crawley. She said
the program has the chance to be mutually
beneficial the students get practical experience and the women at the home can expand
their contact network and get inspiration for
their futures.
The final arrangements for the program
are still in the works. Alston anticipates the
first students to come to the house in the fall,
when the next semester begins.
For more information about Ruths Miracle Group Home, visit www.ruthmiraclehome.com. For more information about Coppin State University, visit www.coppin.edu.
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Calvert Seeks
Beautiful People for
Annual Volunteer Awards
Calvert County Designated

Drivers Winners Announced
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC)

announces that nominations are now being accepted for the annual
Calvert You Are Beautiful Volunteer Awards.
This project recognizes individuals whose volunteer service
improves the quality of life for Calvert County citizens and visitors.
Nominated volunteers might be a tour guide at a museum or
historic landmark, someone who organizes a local fair, festival or
parade, or the person committed to making a difference by giving
generously of their time to hospices, hospitals, homeless and other
social service agencies. All nominees must be residents of Calvert
County.
Nomination forms are available online at www.ecalvert.com
or by calling the Department of Economic Development at 410535-4583. Completed nomination forms should be returned to Calvert You Are Beautiful c/o Katie Brittain, Department of Economic
Development, Courthouse, Prince Frederick, 20678. Applications
must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Department of Economic Development by July 11, 2014.
All Calvert County nominees will be honored at a local awards
ceremony sponsored by the BOCC in fall 2014; one special nominee will be chosen as the volunteer of the year.
For more information about the Calvert County Department
of Economic Development, our visitor sites and attractions and the
services available to assist county businesses, call 410-535-4583 or
301-855-1880; send an e-mail to info@ecalvert.com; or visit online
at www.ecalvert.com.
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On Monday, April 28, Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans drew the winning
entries of four participants in the Calvert County Designated Driver Rewards Program at the Solomons Island Tiki Bar opening.
Lauren Boswell Hurt of Prince Frederick will receive the first grand prize of a
one-nights stay at the Holiday Inn Solomons, along with $200 in cash, a $100 Tiki
Bar gift card and a $100 Charles Street Brasserie gift card.
Elisa Seiles-Cooper of Prince Frederick will receive the second grand prize,
which includes $150 in cash, and two one hundred dollar gift cards from the Tiki
Bar and Charles Street Brasserie.
Janet Stone of California was selected for the third grand prize of $100 in cash
and a $100 Tiki Bar gift card and Denise M. Jacoby of Lusby will receive a $50 Visa
card donated by the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse Designated Driver
Rewards Program.
More than 181 drivers signed up for the Calvert County Designated Drivers
Rewards Program during the Tiki Bar opening event. The Calvert County Sheriffs
Office, the Maryland State Police, Bob Hall, Inc. and other members of the Calvert
and St. Marys counties traffic safety programs are extending their appreciation to
all of the participating designated drivers, as they ensured a safe ride home for more
than 617 attendees this weekend.
Naval Academy
Graduates Luncheon
The Greater Southern Maryland Chapter of the USNA Alumni Association will hold the annual Midhipmen Recognition Luncheon on Friday, May
9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Tides Restaurant in Lexington Park. Each year
GSMC recognizes those outstanding graduates from Southern Maryland who
are to be graduated after four years at the Academy. This year we will recognize eight graduates, three from Calvert County, one from Charles, and four
from St. Marys County.
There is no cost for Midshipmen. The cost for alumni, guests, family members and friends is $15. Reservations are required. Please RSVP by
Wednesday, May 7, by e-mail at Richard.L.Snyder@saic.com or by phone at
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Maryland State Police Blotter
Possession of Marijuana: On April 22 at

8:07 p.m., Trooper Palumbo stopped a vehicle on Rt. 231 near Jibsail Rd. in Prince
Frederick for traffic violations. While
speaking with the driver, a strong odor of
raw marijuana was emitting from inside
the vehicle. Following search of the vehicle and occupants, Bryon M. Ciotti, 26 of
Huntingtown and Charles M. Jones, 23 of
Prince Frederick, were arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
They were transported to the MSP Barrack
for processing.
Theft: On April 23 at 12:54 p.m., Trooper
Warrick received a complaint for theft of
jewelry from the victims home. A pawn
check revealed that a missing class ring
had been pawned at a local jewelry store.
A missing check had also been cashed at a
local liquor store. Investigation continues.
DUI / Possession of Heroin and Prescription Drugs: On April 24 at 2:06 a.m.,
Trooper First Class Esnes stopped a vehicle
on Boyds Turn Rd and 57th St. in Owings
for traffic violations. Edward M. Cramer,
29 of North Beach, was arrested for driving
under the influence. A passenger, James
W. Gearhart Jr., 48 of North Beach, was
found to be in possession of Heroin, Crack
Cocaine, and other narcotics. Cramer was
found to be in possession of Heroin and
other narcotics. Both were arrested and

incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
Resisting Arrest / Fail to Obey Lawful Order / False Statement: On April 24 at 3:38
a.m., Trooper First Class Oles received a
complaint for possible domestic dispute
at the Super 8 in Prince Frederick. While
speaking with the complainant, the suspect
ran out the door of the hotel. He was ordered to stop running. He was later apprehended near a building on Armory Rd.
At that time, Tony D. Chase, 26 of Prince
Frederick, was placed under arrest. The
suspect refused to give his identity. He was
incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center where staff recognized him.
Once positive identification was made, a
check revealed Chase had three active warrants. He was additionally charges with
Failure to Obey a Lawful Order, Resisting
or interfering with a Lawful Arrest and two
counts of providing a False Statement to a
Police Officer.
Burglary: On April 24 at 4:10 p.m., Sergeant Bevard received a burglary complaint. The victim reported that unknown
suspect(s) had broken a glass window to
gain access to the residence and power
tools and household items were removed.
Investigation continues.
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Crime&
The following information is compiled directly

from publicly released police reports.
During the week of April 21 through April 28 deputies of the Calvert

County Sheriffs Office responded to 1,531 calls for service throughout the
community.
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the
Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriffs Office website.
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on
the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Burglary Case #14-22167:
Someone broke into a home in the
8800 block of Broomes Island Road in
Broomes Island during the daytime hours
on April 21. Some cash was stolen from inside. DFC A. Locke is investigating.
CDS Violation Case #14-22523:
On April 22 at 11:38
p.m. DFC Y. Bortchevsky
observed a vehicle being
driven erratically on Md.
Rt. 2 southbound near Mt.
Harmony Road in Sunderland. He conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and
the car initially slowed and
pulled over onto the shoulder of the roadway. The driver threw a small white object
from the vehicle and then returned to the
traveling portion of the roadway at a slow
rate of speed. The driver then completely
crossed the center yellow line and traveled
southbound in the northbound lane. Bortchevsky used a pit maneuver to disable the
vehicle. The vehicle came to rest just south
of Wayside Drive. The driver, later identified as Terrence David Brooks, 32 of Prince
Frederick, did not cooperate with commands to exit the vehicle. He was found
to be driving while suspended and revoked
and had a strong chemical odor emitting
from his person. Medical services were
ordered to evaluate the driver, who suddenly became aggressive and violent. He
was subdued and arrested and charged with
DUI, possession of marijuana, and possession of cocaine.
Theft Case #14-22677:
Dep. W. Rector is investigating the
theft of 6 vehicle batteries and two electric
cord reels from the yard of a home in the
2800 block of Chaney Road in Dunkirk
between April 22 and 23. The items total
$925 in value. Anyone with information
is asked to contact the Sheriffs Office at
410-535-2800.
Destruction of Property Case #14-22805:
A homeowner in the 8000 block of
Cardinal Circle Drive in Lusby advised
Dep. T. Holt that on April 24 at 11:15 a.m.
he heard spinning tires on the street in front
of his residence and then heard what he described as BB pellets hitting his house. He
located a hole in the siding but did not see a
vehicle. The investigation continues.
Burglary Case #14-22840:
A home in the 8800 block of Broomes
Island Road in Broomes Island was burglarized on April 24 during the daytime
hours and over $600 in property was stolen to include an Xbox 360, controller and
games. The investigation by Dep. T. Holt
is continuing.
Unknown suspect(s) have stolen $120
worth of replica Indian artifacts from Jefferson Patterson Park located in St. Leonard from April 11 to April 24. A few items
have also been damaged. Dep. N. Lenharr

is investigating.
Unknown suspect(s) stole the contents
of a package from inside a mailbox in the
100 block of Bay Avenue in Prince Frederick on April 24 between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30
p.m. The package had contained make-up
items. The envelope and packaging were
left inside the mailbox. Dep. C. Idol is
investigating.
Assault Case #14-23112:
On April 25 at 7:41
p.m. DFC P. Mosely responded to the parking lot
of the Solomons Food Lion
for the report of an assault
in progress. The victim
advised that her estranged
husband chased her and a friend around the
parking lot threatening them with a knife.
The suspect, Pierre Janney Dorsey, 30 of
Huntingtown, was placed under arrest and
charged with two counts of attempted assault in the first degree and two counts of assault in the second degree. The weapon was
recovered. No one was injured.
Dep. A. Ostazeski is investigating
the theft of 10 signs in the area of Sollers
Wharf Road in Lusby belonging to an estate sale company. The signs were placed
on Md. Rt. 4 onto Sollers Wharf Road to
Sprout Lane on April 26 between 8:30 a.m.
and 9:30 a.m. The signs are yellow with red
lettering reading Estate Tag Sale Today.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. Ostazeski at 410-535-2800.
Theft Case #14-23290
Sometime between Nov. 2013 and
April 26, someone stole a black Raleigh
Hybrid bicycle from the bike rack at Asbury
Solomons. The bicycle is valued at $300.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. W. Beisel at 410-535-2800.
On April 26 at 9:19
p.m. Dep. B. Schaefer arrested Christopher Ryan
Sholl, 28 of Davidsonville,
for stealing approximately
$175 worth of DVDs
from the Prince Frederick
Walmart. Sholl had been
observed by a loss prevention officer of the store acting suspiciously
and when questioned at the exit of the store,
was found to have store merchandise hidden on his person. Sholl was charged with
theft less than $1,000.
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-23510:
Someone stole a Tom-Tom GPS valued
at $150 and a Dell laptop computer worth
$1,300 from an unlocked vehicle in the
1800 block of Oriole Way in St. Leonard between April 24 and 27. Dep. A. Ostazeski
is investigating.
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Frozen Yogurt Comes to Dunkirk

By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
Were not just
any yogurt company,
said Jeff Phelps of his
newest start-up business, FRESH Premium
Frozen Yogurt, which
opened on April 26.
Phelps said one
thing that makes his
business stand out is his insistence that
as much as possible be sourced locally or
made in the United States. The toppings
all come from local providers and the yogurt itself comes from a small business
in Arkansas. The remodeling work at the
new location in Dunkirk was done by
Cave to Castle, a Owings-based remodeling business.
Phelps said the only concern he
has is that frozen yogurt may be a passing trend, but he was pleased to offer a
healthy dessert alternative. He chose
Dunkirk because the frozen yogurt
market was already saturated in Prince
Frederick and he believes Dunkirk needs
more restaurant options.
He likes to have fun, and wants his
customers to have fun when they visit
FRESH. He offers percentages off for
people who come in dancing and continue dancing to the checkout counter
and to athletes who come in with dirty
uniforms, along with other creative offers. Customers can try to answer a trivia
question for 10 percent

off. If they get the question wrong, Phelps said
10 percent is added to
their bill, which will
be donated to a local
charity.
FRESH is Phelps
fourth business venture and his first storefront location. At age
19, Phelps has been
involved in business ventures since
he was a sophomore at Northern High
School, starting with Phelps Productions. He was inspired by his work at the
Mary Harrison Center and a perceived
lack to support for operations requiring lights and sound. Currently, Phelps
Productions is comprised of 10 full time
employees who work at productions all
over the state, Phelps said.
Another of Phelpss businesses is
Phelps Concessions, which caters events
as far away as San Diego and Miami,
Phelps said. Complimenting the concessions business is Maryland Moonbounce, a venture that rents out moonbounces and associated equipment.
FRESH located at 10072 Southern
Maryland Blvd. Unit 3 in Dunkirk. For
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Board of Ed. Talks Health Care, Transportation

By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
The prices of health care have gone through the
roof and will continue to rise, according to Bolton Partners representative Rosanne G. Calzetta, who came before the Calvert County Board of Election during their
April 24 meeting to talk about the Affordable Health
Care Act (AHCA) and when it means for Calvert County Public Schools.
Topics of discussion included the AHCA timeline,
the challenges associated with part-time employees,
promotion programs and action strategies.
One good thing that came out of the AHCA was
allowing children to stay on their parents insurance
until age 26, unless offered insurance through their
employer.
Every employer must comply with the AHCA, Calzetta said.
When it comes to part-time employees, anyone
working more than 30 hours has to be insured, Calzetta
said. This can add up to a huge cost. According to Acting Director of Human Resources Victoria Karol, some
employees, such as substitute teachers, present a challenge because there are some weeks they work 30 or
more hours, then they can go a few weeks not working
at all. Part-time employees are generally evaluated on a
yearly average for their hours, Calzetta said.
Bus drivers present another challenge. The contractors who supply busses technically employ them,
but drivers hours and routes are determined by Calvert
COunty Pblic Schools. This makes for a grey area that
The Board of Education talks health care.
will need to be addressed and defined clearly, Calzetta

said.
In other news during the Board of Education meeting, Director of Transportation Ed Cassidy briefed the
board on the current state of student transportation.
Busses are scheduled for replacement approximately every 10 years, Cassidy said. They are inspected four times per year.
This year is the second that administrators can
retrieve and view bus audio-visual recordings for use

in addressing complaints or occurrences on busses.
He said several students who act up on the bus deny
their actions until faced with the evidence. A number
of them claim they didnt know the cameras were active, Cassidy said, assuring the board that there are no
dummy cameras on any busses.
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By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
Students from all over Calvert
County gathered for the Maryland Special
Olympics 2014 Calvert County Track and
Field Event, held at the Calvert Career and
Technology Academy on April 24.
Athletes were involved in all aspects of the day. The Calvert High School
Choir 1 sang the national anthem, Calvert
High School student Nadia Cobey recited
the pledge of allegiance and Cavert High
School student Kyle Williams read the
Special Olympics oath - let me win, but
if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt. Calvert High School student Frank
Barreca carried the Special Olympics torch
during a run around the track.
Events included shot put, standing
long jump, softball throw, tennis ball throw,
the 10 and 25 meter wheelchair race, the 25
meter walk/run, the 50 meter run and the
100 meter run.
Each Olympian was paired with a
buddy to ensure they made it to all their
events on time. Prizes were awarded to
first, second and third place finishers.
There were activities for athletes from
elementary through high school, a fact that
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STORY
Calvert Marine Museum Re-Opens

Grand Opening on May 3
By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
After having closed in January for an extensive renovation, the Calvert Marine Museum will celebrate its
grand re-opening on May 2, just in time for the Solomons
Maritime Festival.
During the renovation, the gift shop was upgraded
and expanded, additional educational programs were
planned and a multi purpose room was completed, taking place of the old auditorium. An April 29 ribbon cutting preceded the grand opening, with state and local officials joining volunteers to celebrate the completion of
the project.
The project, between design costs, construction
and equipment, cost $2,175,000. Of that, Calvert County supplied $1,025,000. The State of Maryland supplied
$250,000. Another $40,000 came from state grant funds
and $860,000 came from private funding sources.
No entity could do it on their own, said fundraising
coordinator Pat Jackson, adding that getting the renovation completed was an example of both public and private
entities banding together for a common purpose.
Much of the funding went to improve things that are
not immediately noticeable. The original museum was
built in late 1988. As part of the renovation project, everything, from the lights and electrical wiring to the HVAC
system, had to be brought up to current code, according
to Calvert Marine Museum Director C. Douglass Alves.
The process was expensive, but it will save the museum
money in the long run, Alves said.
When the original museum was opened, Alves said
it was believed that the facility was perfect, that it would
serve the community forever.
Forever ended in 2000, he said.
Senator Roy Dyson, Marianne Harms and County Commissioner Pat Nutter cut the ribbon for the newly renovated marine museum.
Harms Auditorium
The new and improved auditorium is named for John
and Marianne Harms, longtime volunteers and donors to
the museum.
The space will be used for marine museum events
such as the annual Bugeye Ball fundraiser, scheduled
for May 10, and the members soiree, scheduled for May
18, in addition to being available for public and private
functions, said Calvert Marine Museum Deputy Director Sherrod Sturrock. There will be a staging kitchen for
caterers and a host of lighting and room configuration
options.
Alves is pleased the auditorium is open for more personal reasons his son will be using it for the reception
when he gets married in October.
The museum has applied for a grant to purchase additional audio visual equipment that would allow the museum to record and broadcast lectures in the auditorium,
Sturrock said.
A Brand New Gift Shop

Mary Krauss and Debbie Carlson stock the shelves in the gift shop.
expansion within the existing building footprint.

The larger space allows for an expanded childrens
section, which used to be crammed into the corner of
the store, and a larger book area. Baughman said she has
spent the past four months shopping for new items to put
in the store and is excited to reopen and have customers
again.
Alves shares Baughmans enthusiasm, saying they
were disappointed when the gift shop couldnt be included in the original bid.
New items include a specially designed bag of tea
from the Baltimore Tea Company, new tee-shirts, more
megalodon items and new jewelry, Baughman said. She
said there is a strong focus on merchandise made in
America, with as many things a possible sourced locally
or within the country.
In addition to finding new products to offer, Baughman consulted with museum store designers to find ways
to tie the shop in with the rest of the museum, echoing
themes and designs in the exhibits, Alves said.
Expanded Educational Opportunities
The marine museum gift shop was an unexpected

addition to the remodel. According to Calvert Marine
Museum Store Manager Maureen Baughman, longtime
volunteer Zelma Margelos left money to the museum in
her will, which made the additional remodel possible.
This pushed back the construction start date because the
additional work had to be added to the plan and re-bid,
Sturrock said.
The stores remodel included flipping the museums
front doors and the large window to the right to allow the
While the museum was closed, Calvert County purchased the Dee of St. Marys from St. Marys County
Board of County Commissioners President Jack Russell
for $1. The historic skipjack is currently at the museum,
through it is to be moved to the Lore Oyster House during
the summer. The Dee is captained by Ed Bahniuk and a
team of volunteers.
The 53 foot long boat can take a maximum of 43 people, Bahniuk said. There are currently 18 trips scheduled
for school groups, and other trips for the general public.
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Come sail on the Dee and learn about the bay.
The boat came with the Chesapeake

Bay Field Lab Program (CBFL), said program Director Mindy Quinn. Equipped
with the new watercraft, the museum recently implemented a pilot program with
Beach Elementary School and the Chesapeake Public Charter School where classes
of students come out for the day. Half of
the class will go out in the morning with
the Dee to try their hands at oyster fishing,
navigation and sailing, in addition to taking water samples. The other half of the
class will stay on shore and learn to shuck
oysters and about the bay, the estuary and
how important it is to keep them healthy,
Quinn said.
Currently, the museum
is determining what other
programs will fall under the
CBFL, Quinn said.
In addition to programs
involving the Dee, Quinn and
her team have been working
to update and enhance programs to be in step with current curriculums, Quinn said.
She hopes to get students
excited and interested in science and the environment, or
even inspire a general love of
learning.
I cant wait for people to
get back in the building, she
said.
matching grant through the Institute of

Museum and Library Services to renovate
the estuary exhibit. They received the
grant, which Sturrock said is unusual for
the first time applying for the grant.
The new estuary exhibit will be designed to make people feel like they are
under the water beneath the Bay Bridge,
Alves said. The improved exhibit, to be
called River to Bay Reflections and Connections, should be 100 percent open
in October, right in time for the annual
Patuxent River Appreciation Days, Sturrock said.
Future Projects at the

Museum
Originally, part of the
project was to include expanding the second floor to add
more classroom space. This
project is still in the plans,
though it has been moved to
phase two of the renovation.
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TTER
E to the
The Campaign Season Has Begun

By Susan Shaw
Calvert County
Commissioner,
District 2
The campaign season has begun.
Due to early voting, the Primary is
sneaking up on us. The Primary Election is June 24, 2014, with early voting taking place beginning on Thursday, June 12, 2014 through Thursday, June 19,
2014 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at the Calvert County Board of
Elections Office located at 30 Duke Street in Prince Frederick across the street from the Post Office in the Community
Resources Building that used to house the library. Parking
is in the rear. The Board of Elections is on the lower level.
Please remember that you can always vote an absentee ballot
if you think that you may not be able to vote on election day
or during early voting.
I have written before about the importance of voting
in the Primary Election. Please do so! The Mayoral race in
Washington, D. C. was decided by a relatively small number
of voters, which benefitted the challenger in that instance.
You have invested a lot in this County and care about its
future. You and your family deserve a say. If you are not
registered, please register. Your taxes and your quality of
life depends on your vote.
Please remember that the method for electing Commissioners has changed. There are still the same three
election districts: the 1st district south of St. Leonard; the
2nd district in the center of the County from St. Leonard to
Chaneyville Road on the west side of Route 4, and the 3rd
election district encompasses the area north of Chaneyville
Road on the west side of Route 4 and includes from Ponds
COMMISSIONERS CORNER
Wood Road north on the East side including North Beach

and Chesapeake Beach. However, in this upcoming election, you will vote for one Commissioner from each election
district and for 2 at large rather than just voting for up to
your top 5 picks. The District races are head to head. There
is no longer any benefit to voting for just one candidate as
a candidate competes only with those in his/her district or
with those in the at-large category. So, for example, there
are three Republican candidates competing for the right
to represent the first election district in the General Election in November, with early voting beginning on October
23rd. Those three include Gerald Clark, Mike Hart and Joe
Chenelly. Not voting for one of those three does not benefit
any other candidate. In the second election district, there
are two Republican candidates vying to move on to the General election, Benjamin Lee Krause vs.Pat Nutter. In the
At-Large category, there are four Republicans competing
for two slots including Tom Hejl, David Gatton, Linda L.
Kelley and Steve Weems. In the Democratic Primary, there
are no contested races for County Commissioner. However,
in the General Election, the same new rules will apply to
Commissioner races.
Meanwhile, there are lots of ballot choices for Governor on both tickets, so you truly have a say in the direction in
which our State heads. The newly-created and very gerrymandered Delegate District for the northern part of Calvert
County (House of Delegates Legislative District 27B) includes candidate choices on both tickets including Michael
A. Jackson, LaRhonda R. Owens, and Jacqueline Steele
McCall on the Democratic ticket and Toni Jarboe-Duley
and Philip A. Parenti on the Republican ticket. Those of
us who live in that district (27B) will have to educate ourselves, as all the candidates are residents of Prince Georges
County. In the Southern end of Calvert County, Roy Dyson
for Senate Legislative District 29 has no Democratic chal-
lenger but there are three candidates competing to run for

that District 29 seat on the Republican ticket: Steve Waugh,
Cindy Jones, and Larry Jarboe. Meanwhile, Board of Education candidates run on both tickets in a non-partisan
manner. There are 5 candidates vying for 2 seats. I expect
that contest to be more controversial than usual due to recently revealed information about administrative personnel
contracts approved by all three of those who are serving or
served in the past. Candidates are: Dawn C. Balinski, Pamela L. Cousins, Eugene Gene Karol, William J. Bill
Phelan, and Billy Saunders.
The Primary Election is also when we elect the members of our respective Central Committees. It is exciting to
see that so many Central Committee candidates want to be
part of making our electoral system work well. There are 16
candidates running for 9 slots on the Democratic side and
12 on the Republican side. Many of these candidates are
new and bring fresh ideas to our Party loyalists who work
so hard and on whom we depend. I hope both Parties gain
a mixture of experience along with new initiative. The list
of those candidates, along with sample ballots, is available
on the Maryland Board of Elections website at: http://www.
elections.state.md.us/elections/2014/primary_ballots/Calvert.pdf
There are also candidates who are running on the Libertarian ticket and Unaffiliated, who automatically move on
to the General Election.
We all have our work cut out for us to become the informed voters we need to be. Please attend one of the candidate forums if you are able to do so. Watch for the Voters
Guides. The Republican forum is on May 15th at Huntingtown Hall in Huntingtown. The League of Women Voters
will be hosting non-partisan forums for those races where
there are challengers. Stay tuned for more on the upcoming
elections
LNG and the Solomons VRS and FD

It has been reported that an
April 16 meeting in Lusby on
the Dominion Cove Point expansion project featured the reading
of a letter from Mickey Shymansky, the Assistant Fire Chief for
the Solomons Volunteer Rescue
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the letter, Mr. Shymansky voiced
his opposition to the project.
While I (we) respect his opinion, Mr. Shymanskys assertions
do not represent the official position of the Solomons Volunteer
Rescue Squad and Fire Department. Calvert Countys all-volunteer fire/rescue/EMS services are
not in the business of taking sides
on contentious issues. We work to
protect property and save lives in
our community.
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We also work to be prepared

for all types of emergencies, including those related to the Dominion Cove Point facility. Dominion has worked closely over
the years with our department
and others to ensure we have
the proper training to respond if
something were to happen at the
plant. We have trained at the facility with Dominion emergency
personnel. Dominion has also
provided funding so that Calvert
County volunteers could attend
specialized LNG training programs in other states.
To prepare for the expansion
project, Dominion representatives
reached out to Calvert County
first responders to do an emergency preparedness needs analysis.
County volunteers are working

with Dominion on equipment and
training protocols for situations
such as high-angle rescues, confined space response and even
traffic emergencies related to the
construction phase. We are pushing ahead with these initiatives
even though the expansion project
has yet to be approved by federal
and state regulators.
We will continue to coordinate with Dominion and the regions fire/rescue/EMS services to
ensure the high level of preparedness Calvert County residents
deserve.
Joe Ford, Chief
Mike Collins, President
Solomons Volunteer Rescue
Squad and Fire Department
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The Calvert Gazette runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes

and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.
Joann Lore Kersey
Rose Marie Tayman, 79
Joann Lore Kersey,

of Solomons, Md. passed
away peacefully at home
on Friday, April 18. She is
preceded in death by her
son Joseph Lore Kersey
and her husband Alton of
59 years. She was raised
in Solomons and graduated from Calvert
County High School in 1949 and went on
to graduate from the College of William
and Mary in 1953. While at college she
was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority
and the Order of the White Jacket. It was
in college that she met her beloved Alton
and later bought him to Solomons where
they had a wonderful life together. Immediately out of school Joann taught in public schools in Newport News, Virginia.
She later lived the life of an Army bride
for two years and came back to Solomons
with her new family. Joann owned and operated the boat ramp located on Solomons
Island for many summers as she enjoyed
the people and sunshine. Joann started the
Sandpiper Shop as a co-owner and eventually became the sole owner of two shops
including the ice cream shop on the boardwalk that her husband personally built for
her. She loved meeting new people and
enjoyed seeing familiar faces every day
while working in her shops. She always
had a smile on her face and a great sense
of humor.
Joann leaves behind two daughters,
Clare (Tim) Chisholm and Melissa (Mike)
McCormick and a daughter in law Shirley Kersey as well as grandchildren. She
leaves behind many cousins and relatives
that she held very near and dear to her
heart. Joann also leaves behind many lifelong friends and her companions Casey
and Jack.
The family received friends on Monday, April 21, from 5-7 p.m. at the Rausch
Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Lane,
Lusby, MD. A service celebrating her life
was held on Tuesday April 22 at 11 a.m.
at Middleham Chapel Episcopal Parrish
in the Great Hall, 10210 H. G. Trueman
Rd., Lusby, MD, with Father David Showers officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Middleham/St.
Peters Parish, P. O. Box 277, Lusby, MD
20657. For more information or to leave
condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Rose Marie Tayman,

age 79, of Mechanicsville,
Md., passed away on Saturday, April 19.
Marie was born at
home on a small farm in
Dunkirk, Md. on July
20, 1934 to John and Eva
Brady. She was the youngest of three
children and the only daughter. Marie
spent her early childhood in Dunkirk
before the family moved to Washington,
D.C. She graduated from Notre Dame
High School.
In the summer of 1953, Marie was
introduced to Joseph F. Tayman, Sr., by
his sister, Nellie (Tayman) Kalivertenos. They were wed on May 15, 1954
and would have celebrated their 60th anniversary this year. Shortly after their
marriage, the Army drafted Joe where
he served two years.
While Joe was deployed, Marie
lived in Lothian, Md. and worked for
the federal government. Upon his return
from the Army in 1956, Marie and Joe
moved to Waysons Corner, Md. In 1958,
the first of their three children was born.
Marie continued to work for the government until after the birth of their second
child in 1961.
In 1968, Marie and Joseph moved to
Oxon Hill, Md. where they resided for
20 years during which time their third
child was born in 1975. Marie worked in
the banking industry for over ten years.
She was one of the first women in the
state of Maryland to become both a bank
manager and to serve as a bank officer. In 1988, the family relocated to St.
Marys County, Md. Marie continued to
work, usually in management positions,
until she retired three years ago.
Maries top priority was always her
family and she received tremendous
satisfaction in knowing that she was
a much loved and terrific mother and
grandmother. She was a warm, loving,
kind, and compassionate woman, which
made others feel at ease. Maries children considered her their best friend and
closest confidante.
She is survived by her loving husband; Joseph F. Tayman, Sr., children;
Joseph F. (Patricia) Tayman, Jr., Lori
M. (John) Carroll and Jason A. (Ilene)
Tayman, 8 grandchildren and 4 great
grandchildren.
Family invited friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. (8200 Jennifer
Lane, Owings, Md. 20736) on Saturday,
April 26 starting at 12 p.m., with the memorial service beginning at 1 p.m. Interment was private.
Ann McDougall Carrigan

Goshorn, 67
Ann McDougall Carrigan Goshorn, 67, of St.
Leonard, Md. passed
away on April 21 in the
Burnett Calvert Hospice
House. Born Sept. 5,
1946 in Greenack, Scotland to the late John and
Kate Casement Carrigan. Ann was the
youngest of four daughters. She attended Catholic Schools until the age of 15,
which is when you graduated in Scotland. She worked in a factory until she
quit to care for her ill mother. She met a
handsome sailor, Sam, in the winter of
1963, later to marry him in December
1964. Sam brought her to the US in 1965,
where they began to raise their family.
Ann had a few various jobs such as
a waitress, department store clerk, the
last one being Walmart. Her most memorable job was being a substitute teacher
for Calvert County Public School System. She enjoyed her family, watching
her grandchildren, traveling, playing
cards and bingo.
Ann is survived by her husband of
49 years, Samuel C. Goshorn, Jr., mother
of Patsy Beverly and her husband Andy
of St. Leonard, MD, Samuel C. Goshorn,
III of Fayetteville, NC, Samantha Dalrymple and her husband Bobby of Prince
Frederick, MD, and Ginny Dalrymple
and her husband Eddie of Port Republic,
MD. Grandmother of Dalton Kistler, Cal
Goshorn, Alyssa Goshorn, Colby Beverly, Tanner Goshorn, Wally Dalrymple,
Scotty Dalrymple and Luke Dalrymple.,
She is also survived by two sisters, Ellen
Cunningham and her husband Tucker
and Betty Provan, both of Scotland, and
many other family members.
The family received friends on
Wednesday April 23 from 6-8 p.m. at the
Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes
Island Road, Port Republic, Md. and on
Thursday April 24 from 10 until the time

of services at 11 a.m. at Waters Memorial
United Methodist Church, St. Leonard,
Md.. Interment followed in the church
cemetery. Memorial contributions may
be made to the Alzheimers Association.
Louise Victoria Lusby, 30

Louise Victoria Lusby, 30, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away on
April 20 in Baltimore,
Maryland. She was born
June 1, 1983 in Prince
Frederick, Maryland to
Dr. Thomas F. Lusby, III
and Krasimira S. Lusby.
Louise Victoria was the salutatorian of the Calvert High School graduating class of 2001 and the valedictorian
of the St. Marys College of Maryland
graduating class of 2005. She graduated
summa cum laude and was inducted into
Phi Beta Kappa. She received a Masters
of Arts degree in economics in 2007, as
well as a Masters of Philosophy degree
in 2010 from Columbia University in
New York City. She worked as a senior
economic consultant for a private firm in
Washington, D.C. and later at her favorite position as an economist for the federal government in the Bureau of Economic Analysis. She cherished the company of her many friends, colleagues
and extended family. She enjoyed music,
movies, comedy shows, traveling, skiing, and the beach. She was a 4-H All
Star and member of the Calvert County
Historical Society.
Louise Victoria is survived by her
parents, her aunt and uncle Caroline
Lusby Evans and Dr. Robert Evans of
Lynchburg, Va. and her aunt Victoria
Filkova from Germany.
The family received friends on Friday April 25 from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the
Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes
Island Road, Port Republic, Md.. Funeral services were held on Saturday
April 26 at Christ Episcopal Church,
3100 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, Md.. Interment followed in St. Pauls
Episcopal Church Cemetery, Prince
Frederick, Md.. Memorial contributions
may be made to either Christ Church or
to St. Marys College of Maryland Economics Department.
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The Calvert Gazette runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.
Joan Margaret Harris

McDowell, 75
Joan Margaret Harris McDowell, age 75, of
Owings, Md. passed away
April 19 at Washington Hospital Center. She was born
Jan. 18, 1939 in Hillside,
Md. to Clarence and Edith
Elizabeth (Meyer) Harris. She was raised in
Prince Georges County and graduated from
Frederick Sasscer High School, class of 1957.
Joan married Albert William McDowell on
Aug. 3, 1974 at Riverdale Baptist Church in
Riverdale, Md. The couple made their home
in Upper Marlboro, until moving to Owings
in 1985. Joan joined her family in owning
and operating Meadows Market and Restaurant in Upper Marlboro until her retirement
in 1986. Joan was an excellent cook and was
known for her spaghetti, chili, barbeque, and
vegetable soup. She was an active member of
Grace Brethren Church of Calvert County.
She was also active in and a mentor with the
Melwood Center. When Joan was younger,
she enjoyed bowling and ceramics. In more
recent years, her pleasures were to spoil her
grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two brothers Paul and Bernard Harris. Surviving are
her husband Albert W. McDowell, Sr. of
Owings, Md.; three sons Albert W. Buddy
McDowell, Jr. and his wife Cissy, Richard L.
McDowell and Jeffrey O. McDowell and his
wife Sharon, all of St. Leonard, Md.. Also
surviving are five grandchildren, Justin, Ashley, Jordan, Cassidy and Gabrielle McDowell; a great-granddaughter Marlee Abner and
a sister Helen Moore of Owings, Md.
Friends were received on Wednesday,
April 23 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane,
Owings, Md. A funeral service and celebration of Joans life was held on Thursday,
April 24 at Grace Brethren Church of Calvert
County, 7870 Old Solomons Island Road,
Owings. Interment followed at Southern
Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, Md. Memorial
contributions in Joans name may be made to
Grace Brethren Church. To leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com
Dennis Hammond Warfield, 71

Dennis Hammond Warfield, age 71, of
Selbyville, Del. passed away April 20, 2014
at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Md.
He was born Nov. 19, 1942 in Washington,
D.C. to Albert and Betty Jean (Hammond)
Warfield.
Dennis was raised in Riverdale and Silver Spring and graduated from Northwood
High School. He was employed as an elevator
mechanic for numerous companies and the
IUEC Local #10. He was a former member of
the Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department
and was active as an umpire for youth baseball. He also enjoyed bowling and golf. He
moved from the Waldorf area to Selbyville
in 2009. He was preceded in death by his father Albert Warfield. Surviving are his wife
Renee Warfield of Selbyville; mother Betty
Neil of Deale; a daughter Donna Kerns of
N.C.; sister Lisa Gee and her husband Butch
of Deale and brother Mike Warfield and his
wife Cathy of Swan Point, Md. He is also survived by several grandchildren.
Friends were received on Thursday,

April 24, from 10 -11 a.m. at Rausch Funeral
Home, 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings,
Md., where a service and celebration of Dennis life was held at 11 a.m. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association. To leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com
Deacon Thomas Dominic

Battaglia, 74
Deacon Thomas Dominic Battaglia,
74, died on Tuesday morning, April 22 at his
home, after a brief illness, with his wife and a
daughter at his side.
Mr. Battaglia was born March 15, 1940,
in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Dr. Dominic Thomas Battaglia and Ilva Marie Battaglia Hughes.
Thomas retired from Bristol-Myers
Squibb as a pharmaceutical sales representative. He was a deacon for the Archdiocese of
Washington and served as A Deacon at Saint
John Vianney Catholic Church for nine years
before moving to Virginia in 1997. He was
a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic
Church in Winchester, Virginia.
In addition to his wife, Bonnie Lynn
Hollyday (Mayne) Battaglia, he is survived by
five children; Randall T. Mayne of Evanston,
Illinois, Anne M. Schoeffield of Baldwin,
Maryland, Kenneth B. Mayne of Ipswitch,
Massachusetts, Katherine L. McDonough
of Oakland, Maryland, and Liana S. Murray of Gibsonia, Pennsylvania. He was the
beloved grandfather of Matthew Mercer,
Heather Battaglia, Christopher Battaglia,
Candace Zang, Julia Haas, Avery Mayne,
Charles Mayne, Kari-Lyn Mayne, Samuel
Mayne, Astrid Mayne, Colin Murray, Nicholas Murray, Erin Murray, Cara Murray and
great-grandchildren; Anastasia Ruiz, Trent
Sheesley, Alexia Trudeau, Amelia Zang, Mason Mercer, and Christian Trudeau. He was
the brother of John F. Battaglia of Reedville,
Virginia and Ilva Sue Madej of Heathsville,
Maryland. He is also survived by a host of
nieces, nephews and friends. Thomas is predeceased by a son, Stephen T. Battaglia and a
brother, Joseph M. Battaglia.
A visitation and a Mass of Christian
Burial was celebrated at St. John Vianney
Catholic Church in Prince Frederick, Md.
and burial was at Holy Redeemer Cemetery
in Baltimore, Md.
Memorial contributions may be made in
memory of Thomas to the: Front Royal Pregnancy Center, 11 South Royal Avenue, Front
Royal, VA 22630 or Blue Ridge Hospice, 333
West Cork Street, Winchester, Va. 22601.
Genevieve M. Foran, 96
Genevieve M. Foran,
96 of Solomons, Md. passed
away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, April 24.
She was born Jan. 14, 1918
in Hoisington, Kansas to the
late James Russell Murphy
and Eleanor Lewis Murphy.
She was preceded in death by her husband
Michael Joseph Foran, Sr. who passed away
on Nov. 23, 2003. She attended Hoisington
HS, Hoisington, Kan. and graduated in 1936.
She attended Marymount College in Salina Kansas, and received her degree in Eng-
lish and Literature.

She moved to Washington D.C. during
WW2 and worked as an administrative assistant for the Department of the Navy. There
she met Michael Foran and they were married on May 25, 1944. They had four children: Michael Joseph, Margaret Ann, John
Patrick and Kathleen. After the kids were in
school, she became a bank teller at Clarendon
Bank and Trust in Arlington, VA. She then
trained, and obtained her license as a stock
broker on the New York Stock Exchange,
working for the firm of Auchinclaus, Parker
and Redpath. Upon achieving her license the
firm sent the graduates to New York City for
a tour of the Exchange. Genevieve was one of
the first dozen women to ever be allowed on
the floor of the Exchange.
During her life Genevieve was active
in the Catholic Church, Boy Scouts, Girl
Scouts, community events and Hospice. She
avidly followed the stock market and tracked
her investments on her financial webpage
right up until her passing. But her primary
focus was on her family whom she loved and
mothered throughout her long life.
She is survived by her four loving children, Michael J. Foran, Jr. of Poconos, Pa.;
John Foran of San Diego, Calif.; Margaret
Ann Chipman of Lawrence, Kan. and Kathleen Byroads of Mechanicsville, Md.; brother, James Murphy of Arizona; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
The family received friends on Tuesday, April 29, 6-8 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral
Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, Md..
Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on
Wednesday, April 30, 11 a.m. at Our Lady
Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 90 Alexander Lane, Solomons, Md. with Monsignor
Micheal Wilson officiating. Those surviving as pallbearers are, James Byroads, Jr.,
Andrew Chipman, Chris Chipman, Bradley
Watkins, Michael Foran, Jr. and Michael
Cobb. Interment to follow at Immaculate
Heart of Mary Catholic Church Cemetery,
Lexington Park, Md.. Should friends desire
contributions may be made in her memory to
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, P.
O. Box 560, Solomons, MD 20688. For more
information or to leave a condolence please
visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Gladys Virginia Stone, 92

Gladys Virginia Stone, 92, a longtime
resident of Huntingtown passed away April
23 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born
Sept. 26, 1921 in Bethesda to
John Thomas and Margaret
Ann (Waugh) Smith. Gladys
was raised in Bethesda and
Chevy Chase, and attended
Bethesda Chevy Chase
High School. She married
Louis Phillip Stone, Jr. on Oct. 15, 1940, and
in 1945, they moved to a farm in Huntingtown. Gladys was primarily a homemaker,
and also helped her husband farm tobacco,
and worked beside him in his construction
business. She was a member of Huntingtown
United Methodist Church, where she ran the
nursery for several years. She loved flowers,
gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Gladys was preceded in death by her
parents, her husband, Louis P. Stone, Jr., and
a daughter-in-law Kimberly Stone. She is
survived by a daughter Sherry Ann Moran
and husband William of Franklin, TN, and
sons Louis P. Stone III and wife Jeannie of

Solomons, John T. Stone and wife Mary of
Huntingtown, and Walton Hensley Stone of
St. Leonard. Also surviving are grandchildren Shannon Delacy Miller, Margaret Stone
Patin, Angela Gail Del Vacchio, Ann Porter
Moran, Louis P. Stone IV, Marcie Ann Stone,
John T. Stone, Jr., Kelsey Ann Stone, and
Carly Marie Stone; 8 great-grandchildren,
and sisters Mary Margaret Smith and Mildred Burke, both of Arlington, VA.
Family and friends were received Saturday, April 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Huntingtown United Methodist Church, where
a funeral service and celebration of life followed at 11 a.m. Interment followed in the
church cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial
donations may be made to Calvert Hospice or
Huntingtown U.M. Church. To leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Alyce Jane Wells Schwallenberg, 71

Alyce Jane Wells
Schwallenberg, 71, of Huntingtown passed away at her
home on April 25 surrounded by her loving family. Alyce was born June 5, 1942
at home in Huntingtown
to Jesse Oliver and Grace Lavina (Bowen) Wells. She was raised in Huntingtown
and attended Calvert High School, Prince
Georges County Community College and
the College of Southern Maryland receiving an Associates of Business degree. Alyce
married William C. Schwallenberg, Jr. on
August 23, 1958, and they lived in Huntingtown and for a time in Tennessee and Richmond. In 1968, Alyce and Bill established
A&W Insurance in Prince Frederick, where
she was an insurance agent. She was a
member of Huntingtown United Methodist
Church, was the president of Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, and also was a
member of Friends of Hospice, where she
was the Festival of Trees chairperson for
several years. Alyce enjoyed reading, traveling with her husband, Bill, riding the Gator around the farm, and spending time with
her family, especially her grandchildren.
Alyce was preceded in death by her
parents. She is the wife of William C.
Bill Schwallenberg, Jr.; mother of William C. Vince Schwallenberg III and wife
Paula of St. Leonard, Tammy A. Lojacono
and husband Bill of St. Leonard, Yvette
Gathings and husband Chris of Huntingtown, and Crystal F. Sears and husband
Ed of Lusby. She is also the grandmother
of Billy, Timmy, Mindy, Brandon, Jenny,
Amber, Josh, Natalie, Jessica, Will, Emily,
and Joshlyn; great-grandmother of Kaylah,
Jack, David, Amelia, Josh, John, Derek,
and Ryan; and sister of Yvonne Humphreys
of Virginia.
Family and friends were received Monday, April 28 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at
Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings. A funeral service and celebration of Alyces life
was held Tuesday, 11:00 AM at Huntingtown United Methodist Church. Interment
followed in the church cemetery. Memorial
donations in her name may be made to Huntingtown U.M. Church or the Dr. Goldberg
Center for Breast Care at Calvert Memorial
Hospital. To leave condolences visit www.
rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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St. Leonard Native to Perform in

York College Musical
York College of Pennsylvania junior Javvieaus Stewart
from St. Leonard has been cast
in the colleges production of
the musical The Boy Friend.
The Boy Friend is a
spoof on 1920s musicals, filled
with dance numbers and comical scenes that overdramatize
the need to be with someone.
Stewart will play the role of
one of the ladies of the beach
and a waitress.
Stewart describes the
musical as funny, witty and
entertaining.
The musical itself is just
a fun experience for the cast,
so we are going to try to convey that to the audience as best
as we can, she said.
Stewart is majoring in music with a focus on
voice at York College. She auditioned for the musical because she thought it be good for my future
career knowing as much as possible about music.
The music major participated in multiple areas of the

music program while in high
school. Performing in every
musical during her four years
of high school, Stewart said
she took advantage of bettering herself in music.
The York College Divisions of Music and Theatre
will present The Boy Friend
at 7:30 p.m., May 1 to 3, in the
Waldner Performing Arts Center. The performances are free,
though tickets are required.
Tickets are available in advance or at the door. For reservations call 717-815-1354 or
email aaltland@ycp.edu.
For more information visit: www.ycp.edu/music. This performance is being
presented through special arrangement with Music
Theatre International.
Arts in Bloom!
Artworks@7th is welcoming spring as our accomplished gallery members present Arts in Bloom!; a
group show celebrating the passing of winter and the
welcoming warmth of spring. Through paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, photographs, fiber art, and
other interesting, creative, and unique works of art; all
produced by our local artists, the show blossoms with
color, spirit, and awakening.
Come join us for the shows opening reception on
Saturday, May 3rd, starting at 1pm its free! If you
cant make the reception, then come by any other time
during our normal business hours, the show will be up
May 1st thru the 26th.
We are located at 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach,
MD 20714 Hours: Thurs - Mon, 12p.m. 7 p.m. Telephone 410-286-5278 or visit our website at www.artworksat7th.com.
And while youre at it you can also get a look at
works of photography and hand-made jewelry by our
newest member artists, see the works our other artists
have been producing over the long cold winter, or just
get out of the house and do something thats free, visually appealing, and fun. Beautiful silk dyed scarves;
jewelry for the young and the not so young; still life,
landscape, and abstract paintings of various styles and
techniques; photographs of the familiar and not so familiar; and ceramics with some new glaze explorations,
are just a few of the artworks available for you to peruse
and enjoy. So come on out!
From my Backyard to our Bay

A Calvert County Residents Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water
Environmental Issues in Your Backyard

From My Backyard to
Our Bay is a small but
powerful booklet that was
first developed by the
Baltimore Soil Conservation District. From there,
several counties republished a version tailored
to their county resources.
Calvert Countys booklet
was developed by the
Citizens Green Team.
Keeping Water Away From

Your House and Basement
Drainage of surface and subsurface

water is an important concern for every
homeowner. Rain gardens and rain barrels are two effective ways to keep your
house and basement protected from
water damage.
basement wall and the floor, or through

the basement window well.
to prevent overflows that will drip water

too close to the foundation.
If you have problems, check the exterior

grading to ensure that rainwater will
flow away from the house. Flower beds
and foundation plantings may hold
water against the walls. When regrading, avoid placing soil against wood
or siding. Grading requires a county
permit. For more information, call the
Calvert County Dept. of Planning and
Zoning at 410-535-1600 ext. 2356.
Because the flow from a downspout

will be forceful in a storm, make sure
that the area where it drains across
the ground is adequately protected
with either sturdy vegetation, stone,
or gravel. Usually a splash block of
concrete or plastic placed directly under
the downspout outfall will absorb the
initial force of water gushing from the
downspout. This will help disperse the
waters erosive energy and move it
away from the foundation.
Inspect all areas where downspouts

from the gutters around the house discharge onto the ground. Twice a year,
clean out all gutters and downspouts
Another factor in good drainage is

proper grading, so that gentle slopes
convey runoff away from the house and
basement, and water is not left standing
against walls or causing water pressure
to build up under the basement floor.
Wet basements can result from water
passing through cracks in the basement
walls, through the joint between the
Proper gutter installation keeps

water away from the foundation.
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Rain Tax
A rain tax is a tax imposed

on real estate owners, for
stormwater assembled by
municipal drainage.
The states 10 most populated counties are required

by law to implement a
stormwater utility fee
by July 1, 2013. Calvert
County is not among
them. The revenue will be
used to fund their respecA rain barrel may be an excellent option tive watershed protection
for managing water from your gutters.
and restoration programs,
Rain barrels only hold 55 gallons, and designed to prevent polneed to be emptied before the next rain lutants from entering the
event.
Chesapeake Bay. Seven
jurisdictions (Baltimore
Continued next weeks article will
City, Harford County,
explore some more options to solve
Montgomery County, Anne
surface drainage issues.
Arundel County, Howard
County, Frederick County)
have set a fee, but three
others are still in the
Calvert Soil Conservation District
410-535-1521 ext. 3 or calvertsoil.org process of setting fees or
getting local approval.
This is the eighteenth in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (scottmaryann9@gmail.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing
awareness of this powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Be sure to look for the next article in next weeks Calvert Gazette!
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SENIOR LIVING
Senior Citizen News
Thank You to Tax-Aide Volunteers

The AARP Tax-Aide Program would not be possible
without volunteers. The Calvert County Office on Aging
would like to thank the following volunteers for their dedication and hard work during the 2013 tax season: Chris Barker,
Mariann Crisman, Deb Daniel, Teresa Demer, Steve Fedasz,
Catherine Grover, Chris Marrangoni, Paul Marrangoni, Max
Munger, Monty Reese, Victoria Thorne, Arunee Tipler,
Nancy Whelton, Gene Wilbourn, Jake Williams, Jerry Worrell
Red, White and Blue Picnic

Come to the annual Red, White and Blue Picnic,
Wednesday, June 25, 11 a.m. 2 p.m. at the Calvert County
Fairgrounds. A new menu featuring BBQ beef will be available with entertainment by South County Showstoppers at
12:30 p.m. Fee is by donation. Calvert Pines Senior Center
will be open with limited services. North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed. Limited transportation will be provided. Register by June 11 by contacting
Calvert Pines, 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170; North Beach,
410-257-2549; Southern Pines, 410-586-2748.
Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)
Enjoy the Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Monday, May
5, 12 p.m. with Mexican music, food and virgin margaritas.
Pre-register.
Select from a wide variety of new or gently used hand
bags, totes, and jewelry for yourself or mom at the Purse and
Jewelry Sale, Friday, May 9, 9 a.m. Stay to Celebrate Mothers Day with Ice Cream Sundaes at 12:30 p.m.
North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)
Come and win prizes at the Spring Fling Bingo, Friday,
May 9, 11 a.m.
A Hospice representative will discuss the ins and outs of
Hospice Care, Thursday, May 15, 10:45 a.m.
Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)

Enjoy special refreshments at the Mothers Day Celebration, Thursday, May 8, 1 p.m. as we share some of our
favorite memories of motherhood! Pre-register.
Exercise equipment is available for use in our new fitness room Monday Friday. There is no fee to use the equipment. The room is open to anyone aged 50 and older. More
equipment is coming soon. An orientation is required prior to
first use. Orientation is held the first and third Thursdays of
each month. Contact the center for more information.
EATING TOGETHER MENU
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 or 301-8551170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748.
Monday, May 5
Taco Salad, Beef Meat with Beans, Salsa and Cheese, Churros, Pears
Tuesday, May 6
Oven Roasted Boneless Chicken Breast with Spinach, Breadsticks, Green Grapes
Community
All Aboard for a

Lighthouse Adventure
Lighthouse lovers are invited to explore lighthouses
on the Chesapeake Bay with an experienced, knowledgeable guide. The popular Lighthouse Adventure
Cruises are on Saturday, June 28, July 12, August 2 and
September 20 aboard a private charter vessel. The cost
is $130 for the day-long trip; lunch is on your own. Museum members pay $120. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to reserve
your spot.
On June 28 and August 2, lighthouse cruisers may
enjoy the Northern route departing from the Drum Point
Lighthouse to see Cove Point, Thomas Point, Sandy
Point, Bloody Point, and Sharps Island lighthouses.
Lunch is at Kentmoor Restaurant on Kent Island.
On July 12 and Sept. 20 participants will enjoy the
Southern route and visit Point No Point, Point Lookout,
and Smith Point Lighthouses, before stopping for lunch
at The Bayside Inn on Smith Island. After taking in the
local sites, the cruise will continue on to circle Solomons
Lump and Hooper Island Lighthouses.
On the journey, cruisers will learn the history of the
lighthouses they visit from the museums lighthouse expert, along with fascinating stories that make each light
unique, from fires to ice floes to ravaging storms. Bring
your sunscreen, camera, hat, and rain jacket, and prepare
yourself for a day of fun!
Participants will meet at the Calvert Marine Museum under the Drum Point Lighthouse at 7:45 a.m.; expected return time to the museum is 4:30 p.m. For information or to register, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41. Register
by June 20 for the June 28 cruise, July 7 for the July 12
cruise, July 25 for the August 2 cruise, and September 12
for the September 20 cruise. Space is limited and sold on
a first come, first serve basis.
The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is $9.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors and military with valid I.D., and $4.00 for children ages 5 - 12;
children under 5 and museum members are always admitted free. For more information about the museum,
upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at
www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410-326-2042. Learn the lighthouse history and share stories with expert, Diane
Milgrim.
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Events
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Wednesday, May 7
Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Kale, Ice Cream
Thursday, May 8
Ham and Cheese Croissant, Pasta Salad, Pickle, Mandarin
Oranges
Friday, May 9
Pork Chop with Gravy, Mashed Sweet Potato, Spiced Apple
Ring, Green Beans, Bread
and Theresa York. If you are interested in becoming an
301-938-3692
mikebatsonphotography@hotmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/mikebatsonphotography
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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band
information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net. Please submit
calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
Get Ready to
Golf for a Good Cause
By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
The Arc of Southern Maryland is gearing up for the 12th annual Pat Collins Golf
Tournament to be held at Twin Shields Gold
Club on May 22.
The tournament named after Pat Collins,
a longtime volunteer with the Arc of Southern
Maryland. Collins was involved with the Arc
from the 1980s until his death in 2001.
According to John Collins, Pats son, Pat
was inspired to work with individuals with
developmental disabilities after seeing how
his brother, who had Downs Syndrome, was
treated. Collins said when Pat and uncle were
growing up, there were no support organizations like the Arc. His uncle was put into a
home, where the conditions were horrible,
Collins said. Pat brought his brother down to
visit on weekends and began working with the
Arc to improve life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
The Arc was the charity that was nearest
and dearest to his heart, Collins said.
During Pats time with the Arc, he used
his connections in the community, including
Western Chesapeake Properties, to build the
first group homes.
Currently, there are 20 group homes
throughout the tri-county area, according to
according to Arc of Southern Maryland Executive Assistant and golf tournament coordinator Jennie Parran.
Proceeds from the tournament go to providing and expanding services offered at the
Arc in Calvert, St. Marys and Charles counties, Parran said.
The Arc helps people who have nobody
else to help them, Collins said.
Entertainment
Calendar
Thursday, May 1
The Piranhas Acoustic
Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse
(16810 Piney Point Road,
Piney Point) 7:30 to 11 p.m.
Charlie Johnson
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,
Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Karaoke
Bowie Applebees (4100 NW
Crain Highway, Bowie) 9 p.m.
Friday, May 2
Pat didnt like personal recognition but he

would have been thrilled with the money the
golf tournament raises every year for the Arc,
Collins said.
This year, Collins hoped to get more
participants from Charles and St. Marys
counties involved in the tournament. There
are still spaces open for teams and individual
participants.
Individual registration is $150. Team registration is $600. Registration includes coffee
and donuts, a buffet lunch and snacks at the
turn. There will be a putting contest, goodie
bags, 50/50 raffle and prizes. Mulligans will be
available for $5 each.
Twin Shields Gold Club is located at 2425
Roarty Road in Dunkirk. Registration will be
from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and the shotgun start
will be at 8:30 a.m.
For more information, e-mail Parran at
jparran@arcsomd365.org, call 410-535-2413
Ext. 123 or visit www.arcsomd.org.
Photos Courtesy of Nikeshi Free, Arc of Southern Maryland
Big Money
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8:30 p.m.
Many Thanks to Donors

Past and Present
Jon Frank & Associates
Gail Siegel, OBrien Realty
Wyle
Heritage/Lusby Town Center
Alco Pharmacy
Bourne & Painter
PSA Insurance & Financial Services
Quality Built Homes
First Home Mortgage
Stephen D. Mattingly Insurance
Merrill Lynch/Kevin Murphy
Charles Weber Co.
GS Proctor & Associates
Herrington on the Bay
Jacqueline Morgan Day Spa
Marylanders for Mike Miller
PNC Bank
Shawe & Rosenthal LLP
State Farm Insurance/Mike Paxson
Nationwide Insurance/Carrie Polk
St. Marys Ryken High School
American Mortgage/Nick Garofalo
Glascock & Meenan
George Owings
Direct Mail
Mullen, Sondberg, Wimbish & Stone
Community Bank of Tri-County
Main Street Printing
Melwood
Alexander Chiropractic
Mark Fisher
Advanced Services
Davis, Upton, Palumbo & Dougherty
The McNeilis Group
Thomas L. Hance
7th District Optimist Club
Garner Exteriors
W.M. Davis
Sneades Ace Home Center
Glenn Dale Golf Club
The Gott Company
Moonshine Society
(16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point)
8 p.m.
Absinthe
Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern
Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
DJ Charlie Thompson
Saturday, May 3
R&R Train
Karaoke
California Applebees (45480 Miramar
Way, California) 9 p.m.
Sunday, May 4
Higher Standards
(16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point)
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monday, May 5
Team Trivia
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7
Wolfs Blues Jam
Blairs Londontowne Pub and Grill
(726 Londontowne Road,
Edgewater) 7:30 p.m.
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Library Events
Thursday, May 1
Theater Thursdays
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.
G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10 to 11 a.m.
Bring your preschoolers for movies
and a story. See calvert.lib.md.us/kids/thursdaytheater.html for the movie this week.
410-326-5289
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 1 to 3 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. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Code Name 4-5-6
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819
Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 6:30 to
7:30 p.m.
For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th 6th
grade students are invited to this series of
events that use 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. No advanced preparation is needed and a snack
will be provided. This months topic: Can
You Dig It? Please register. 410-257-2411
Friday, May 2
On Pins & Needles
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
ers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages
birth through 5 years old. 410-257-2411
Playtime
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other caregivers,
and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages
birth through 5 years old. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble &
more
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to
make your Scrabble skills killer? Games
are a great way to keep your brain sharp
while having fun! Join us! 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Monday, May 5
Monday Morning Movies & More
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 10 to 11 a.m.
Bring the little ones for a movie and a
story! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Kids Just Want to Have Fun
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Exciting events for children grades
K-3 that explore worlds of reading, science,
culture, and more! Please register. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Garden Smarter: Plant Sale

Community Resources Building, 30 Duke
Street, Prince Frederick 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Come learn from our demonstration
sessions and purchase from our large selection of flowering and vegetable plants. 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Pushing the Limits: Connection

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Tonights event features chemist Evelyn Eshelman and Erik Larsons Thunderstruck. Unleash your mind! Explore and get
involved in ideas about nature, connections,
survival and knowledge through this reading, viewing and discussion series. Please
register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Saturday, May 3
Tuesday, May 6
Free Comic Book Day @ Calvert

Library!
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free Comic Book Day is a single day
when locations all around the world give
away comic books absolutely *free*. This
year Calvert Library is your place to get
those comics! Check out www.freecomicbookday.com for a list of comics that will be
available. First come first served! 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
How to Get Library eBooks to Your

Device
Learn how to use Marylands Digital
eLibrary and the OverDrive Media Console
to check out, download and read library ebooks on your tablet, smartphone, ereader or
computer. Please register. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
PlayTime
Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and
Chaneyville Road, Owings 10:45 to 11:15
a.m.
Playtime is 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
Playtime
11:15 a.m.
play, connect with other parents and caregiv-
Writers by the Bay @ the Library

Looking for a writers group? All writers and would-be writers are welcome to
come for critique and camaraderie. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Wednesday, May 7
PlayTime
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10:25 to
10:55 a.m.
Cinema Caf
Join us for an Academy Award winning film that defies gravity. Sandra Bullock
and George Clooney star in this criticallyacclaimed science fiction thriller. When
things go awry during an astronauts final
spacewalk, she is left struggling to survive
without any contact with Earth. Winner of
seven academy awards including Best Director for Alfonso Cuaron, Best Cinematography and Best Original Score, this is a
must-see on the big screen! Lights go down
at 6 p.m. and the film will be followed by a
short discussion ending by 8:30 p.m. Coffee
and popcorn will be served. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Lego Mania
Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to
hear a story followed by a Lego building
session. Each session will close with sharing time. Legos supplied by library. This
months theme is Mad Scientist. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Thursday, May 8
Calvert Conversations
Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 10 to 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! Call 410-257-2411 for
more info. 410-257-2411
Theater Thursdays
G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10 to 11 a.m.
Bring your preschoolers for movies
and a story. See calvert.lib.md.us/kids/thursdaytheater.html for the movie this week.
410-326-5289
Kids Just Want to Have Fun
Exciting events for children grades
K-3 that explore worlds of reading, science,
culture, and more! Please register. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Family Night
G. Trueman Road, Solomons 7 to 8 p.m.
Bring out the family for a fantastic evening with books. Each month we will explore a new title through fun filled activities
and crafts. Help us plant some May flowers
as we explore the classic The Secret Garden
by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Please register., 410-326-5289
Friday, May 9
On Pins & Needles
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity.
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Saturday, May 10
Chess Saturdays at the Library
Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 10 a.m.
to 12 p.m.
Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiastsplease join us (with or without your
own chess set) at the library the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00 am to noon.
All ages and levels welcome! 410-257-2411
500 by Five Celebration
All Storytimers, 500 by Five participants and completers are invited to celebrate
reading! Well have cake, stories and fun!
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
PlayTime
Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and
Chaneyville Road, Owings 10:45 to 11:15
a.m.
Playtime
11:15 a.m.
Playtime
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other caregivers,
and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages
birth through 5 years old. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Learn Mahjongg
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are
a great way to keep your brain sharp while
having fun! Join us! 410-326-5289
Monday, May 12
Book Discussion
Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 7 to 8:30
p.m.
And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled
Hosseini - a series of stories, told through
multiple viewpoints, spanning more than
half a century, and shifting across continents. Masterful storytelling! 410-257-2411
Tuesday, May 13
Library Board of Trustees meeting
Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Tween Event - Outdoor Art
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Wear clothes that can get messy as
we create Jackson Pollock inspired splatter paintings outside (weather permitting). Please register. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
For more events and information about
Calvert County libraries, visit calvert.lib.
md.us
Out&About
Thursday, May 1 Sunday, May 3
21st Annual Southern Maryland
Spring Fest
St. Marys County Fair Grounds (42455
Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) - 5 p.m.
Come celebrate spring in Southern
Maryland! The St. Marys County Fair
Grounds are hosting the 21st Annual
Southern Maryland Spring Fest sponsored by the Holy Face Church! Age 6
and up: $3 and under age 6 are free. Carnival is ride bracelets only on Thursday
and ride bracelets are available from 10
a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday for $20. Ride
rickets cost $1 or $20 for 25. Theres
other attractions as well such as, Jerry
Brown and his monkey Django, Classic Car Show (Saturday), A Moment in
Time Horse Show (Sunday), and much
more! For more information, call the
Holy Face Church at 301-995-0525.
Saturday, May 3
Arts in Bloom! Opening Reception
Artworks at 7th (9100 Bay Ave, North
Beach) - 1 p.m.
Come down and enjoy some beautiful art! Arts in Bloom! is a group
show celebrating the passing of winter
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Community Events
and the welcoming of spring. The opening reception is free and open to the public. If you cant come opening day, come
see it any other time during Artworks
normal business hours. The show will be
up May 1 - May 26. For more information, call 410-286-5278 or visit our website www.artworksat7th.com
Monday, May 5
Wine and Dish Pottery Class
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons)
- 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Want to make some neat new planters for your garden or porch? Come out
and have some fun as we use soft clay
slabs and coils to make some! Registration is required. You must be 21 or
older to register. Member cost is $75 and
nonmember is $80. All materials are included. To register, call 410-326-4640.
For more information, visit out website
at www.annmariegarden.org.
Tuesday, May 6
Steak Dinner
American Legion Stallings Williams
Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Road,
Chesapeake Beach) - 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Picky about your steak? Come and

enjoy your own custom ordered steak!
The $15 price tag includes all trimmings
and a beverage. The dinner will take in
the lower-level dining room. The public
is warmly welcomes. For more information, call 301-855-6466 or visit are website at www.ALpost206.org.
Wednesday, May 7
Preschool
Art
&
Storytime,
Afternoons
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Road, Solomons)
- 1:00 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Want your preschooler to get a head
start in art? These hour-long storytimes
teach basic art elements, art styles, and
even a little art history with wonderful
childrens books, imaginative games,
and inventive art projects. Each student
comes away with a matted artwork and
greater appreciation of all things artistic! Sign up for one class or all of them
Hurry! Space is limited. Registration required. Call 410-326-4640 to register. $8
per child for members, $12 per child for
nonmembers. For more information visit
www.annmariegarden.org.
Thursday, May 8
Zumba Fitness
St. Marys Sunshine Center (22995
Moakley St, Leonardtown) - 6 to 7 p.m.
A fun energetic work-out with a
Latin inspired routine. Zumba fitness every Tuesday and Thursday evening from
6pm to 7pm at St. Marys Sunshine Center on Moakley Street in Leonardtown.
The cost is $5.00 per class or $25.00 for
a 6 class pass.
Friday, May 9
Garden Market at HSMC
Historic St. Marys City (18751 Hogaboom Lane, St Marys City) - 11 a.m.
The annual Garden Market at Historic St. Marys City offers annuals,
perennials, hanging baskets and more -just in time for Mothers Day! Proceeds
benefit the gardens and horticulture programs at the museum. Expressions of St.
Marys will offer small plates for sale
from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, call 240-895-4972.
Saturday, May 10
7th Annual Calvert Arts Festival
All Saints Episcopal Church (100 Lower Marlboro Rd, Sunderland) - 11 a.m.
to 6 p.m.
Sample the best Patuxent Wine
Trail wines ($15 fee) with souvenir tasting glass at the 7th Annual Calvert Arts
Festival (formerly known as Calvert
Wine & Arts Fest)! No admission fee
to shop from outstanding local juried
artisans. Delicious food, live entertainment, childrens crafts, raffles & more.
Tour our 1692 church & labyrinth. Rain
or shine! Save money, reserve your wine

glass at http://www.brownpapertickets.
com/event/428158. Age verified for wine
tasting by picture ID at festival. Proceeds benefit parish & community projects. Plenty of free parking at All Saints
Episcopal Church.
Country Dance
Chesapeake Beach) 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
One-hour lessons commence at 7
p.m. followed by dancing from 8 p.m.
until midnight. The admission price of
$15 per person includes soft drinks or
draft beer and light munchies. For information call 301-855-6466. Public warmly invited. www.ALpost206.org
Sunday, May 11
Mothers Day Breakfast
Chesapeake Beach) - 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Invite Mom to start out HER day
with a luscious breakfast. The American Legion 206 Auxiliary is putting its
best foot forward with Gift Drawings
for Mom and Belgian Waffles cooked
to order by Master Waffle Chef Charlotte. You choose from an array of toppings. The Kitchen Staff will also whip
up Ham, Sausage, Scrapple, Bacon,
Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries, Biscuits,
Fresh Fruit, Chip Beef, and some extras!
The Breakfast Buffet will be open from
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the upper level
Dining Room in Chesapeake Beach on
Route 260. Adults $12; kids 6-12 $6;
kids under 6 free. Bloody Marys will be
available for a nominal charge. The public is warmly invited. For information
call 301-855-6466 or visit our website at
www. ALpost206.org.
Monday, May 12
SMAWL Low Cost Rabies Clinic
St. Marys County Fair Grounds (42455
Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) - 6 p.m.
to 8 p.m.
The St. Marys Animal Welfare
League will host a low-cost rabies clinic
the 2nd Monday of each month, March
through November, at the St. Marys
County Fairgrounds located on Fairgrounds Road in Leonardtown, MD.
Each vaccination is $15. With proper
proof of current rabies vaccination (tags
are not proper proof of vaccination),
3-year shots will be given. Without
proof, a 1-year shot will be given. All
pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. If
your pet is nervous or does not do well
around other animals, please leave your
pet in the car (attended) and the vet will
come to your car to give the vaccination.
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CLUES ACROSS
Last Weeks Puzzle Solutions
1. No longer is
4. Wife of Saturn
7. L.A. Trojan school
10. Complete
11. Animal doctor
12. Old Austrian coin (abbr.)
13. Islamic teacher
15. Hearing organ
16. Abolitionist Sojourner
19. Phillips Academy town
21. Apparatus to add air
23. April rain
24. May results of 23 across
25. N.W. PA. city
26. 12th Jewish month
27. Analgesic
30. Cowards
34. Hit lightly
35. Express pleasure
36. Divinities
41. Moderately slow tempo
45. Stare impertinently
46. More small
47. Of or containing tin
50. Pain in #15 across
54. Where the tenon fits
55. Said of a sheltered horse
56. Range
57. Project Runway winner
Chloe
59. French postal code 79000
60. Small integer
61. European Common
Market
62. Auto petrol
63. Crimson
64. River in NE Scotland
65. East northeast
5. Common garden pod plant

6. Machine-guns from the air
7. L____ : shining
8. Scribbles
9. An inclined trough
13. More (Spanish)
14. Durham, NH school
17. Hill (Celtic)
18. Time units (abbr.)
20. Legal clerk Brockovitch
22. Norse goddess of old age
27. Form a sum
28. No (Scottish)
29. Japanese sash
31. 007s creator
32. Consume food

33. The woman
37. Group annuity + lottery
combination
38. Set fire to
39. Ancient Olympic Site
40. Split from
41. Awe-inspiring
42. Tidy
43. Drive mad
44. Middle Eastern riding

horse
47. Spinal Muscular Atrophy
48. Technical author Clancy
49. Garden framework
51. Being near
52. Of she
53. Summer sun up in NY
58. Highest card
CLUES DOWN
1. Ralph __ Emerson, writer

2. Permitted
3. State of bondage
4. Administrate
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Deadlines are Tuesday at 12 noon
Office hours are: Monday thru Friday 8am - 4pm
Real Estate
for Sale
Real Estate
Rentals
Looking to build? Wonderful & wooded

three+acre building lot in Hollywood with
three conventional perc sites. Beautiful and
private homesite just waiting for you and
your dream home. Conveniently located to
Pax River, Leonardtown, & easy commute to
Waldorf, St Marys City, NESEA, etc. Call
for plat or appointment to preview property.
804-241-5374 or 301-690-2544. Price:
$99,900.
3br 2.5ba duplex on cul-de-sac, 2 parking

spaces in front, master bedroom with en suite
bathroom, cathedral ceiling, and walk-in
closet. Wall-to-wall carpeting throughout,
washer, dryer, window treatments, stove,
dishwasher, microwave. Very close to PAX,
shopping, schools, $1325/mo+sec dep, no sec
8, dog neg, NS 301-994-2791.
Real Estate Rentals

1-Bedroom - Central in-town location. All
electric appliances and heat. Landlord pays
water, trash removal, and sewage. 1-year
lease required. References required. No
pets and no children. Call 301-475-8787 for
further details. $650/month.
Quiet, private area in Valley Lee. 3 BR,

1.5 BA, Lrg Kitchen, Living/Dining Rm,
plenty of closet space. W/D, Heat Pump/
CAC. Extra storage. Asphalt Parking. Cable
TV is furnished. Dumpster for trash on site.
1600 sq ft. No Pets, No Section 8. References
required. $1,200.00/mo plus utilities. $1,000
security depost. Call 301-994-2908. After
5PM call 301-994-2031.
Important Information
The Calvert Gazette will not be held responsible for any ads omitted
for any reason. The Calvert Gazette reserves the right to edit or reject
any classified ad not meeting the standards of The Calvert Gazette. It
is your responsiblity to check the ad on its first publication and call us
if a mistake is found. We will correct your ad only if notified after the
first day of the first publication ran.
Employment
Employment
Preschool-Child Care Center is seeking

individuals willing to substitute for
classroom teachers and aides. Substitutes
are on call and come to work when
needed. We are hiring teens (must be at
least 16) as well as qualified adults. Please
apply in person. Located on Rt. 235 across
the street from Walmart in California, Md.
Busy tax office looking for receptionists.

Drivers Class-B CDL:
Must be available to start immediately.
Great Monday through Friday
Evening shift, Pay & Home-Time! 2pm
to 8pm.No-Forcedweekends. Position
Must work Dispatch!
available until April 15th. Must be customer
New singles from Hagerstown, MD
friendly surrounding states.
to and work well with others.
Applications only accepted in person. Please
Apply: TruckMovers.com
come by the office, 4110 Crain Hwy, Waldorf
Call:20603 to apply.
877-606-7083
MD
Tired of driving to the beltway to

find work? Toyota of Waldorf has two
openings for Express/Maintenance
technicians . Busy shop with plenty of
work. Must be able to change oil, air
filters, cabin filters and rotate tire . Great
work in a clean shop. Tool purchase
program available.Great benefits ,Health
Ins,401K .Pay based on experience . .A
good start for a motivated person. Contact
Mike at call 301-843-3700 ext 1300.
General service technician position avaliable

.Must be able to perform tire replacement/
repair, oil changes, maintenace,and other
related duties. Call 301-467-2973.
EXPERIENCED PLUMBERS: Must have
2 years experience. Full time with paid
holidays. Immediate opening. Send resume
to wathenatwork@cs.com
TEL: 301-373-4125 FAX: 301-373-4128 sales@countytimes.net
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6th Annual
CALVERT GREEN EXPO
& Green Craft Fair
May 3, 2014 10:00am - 4:00pm
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
13480 Dowell Road, Dowell 20629
FREE ADMISSION for Members AND Non-Members!

EXPLORE
MORE THAN
80 BOOTHS!
Browse the
Green Maker's
Market Featuring
Eco-Friendly
Vendors
A GREAT DAY FULL OF:

Kid's Activities
Great Vendors!
Giveaways
Demonstrations
Crafts & Green Shopping
Educational Booths
Family Activities
Indoor & Outdoor Exhibits
Food & Drinks
Local Microbrews
Everything from
All-Natural Body
Care Products and
Jewelry to Home
Decor and Art
Made from
Repurposed
Materials
Join us for Southern Marylands leading sustainability event, where you can learn how to make your life, and our community, healthier environmentally!
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After four months, the Calvert Marine Museum is

St. Marys City

Megan OConnor lines up a kick during the 2014 Special Olympics.

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This informative health discussion will cover

Tuesday, May 13, 6pm

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