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15 Thursday, August 23, 2012The Calvert GazetteThursday, Aug. 23• NAMI Family Support GroupTrinity United Methodist Church (90 ChurchStreet, Prince Frederick) – 7 p.m.National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI) Family Support Group (FSG)for individuals 18 years and older who arefamily members of, or who care about,someone who has a mental illness. ANAMI FSG is a place that offers respect,understanding, encouragement and hope.NAMI FSGs are led by trained familymembers who are also supporting a lovedone’s recovery from mental illness. Meetingsare held in a flexible, casual and confidentialenvironment the fourth Thursdayof each month (third Thursday on holidaymonths). There is no registration or enrollmentrequired. Contact 301-737-1988 ornamisouthernmd@gmail.com.Friday, Aug. 24• On Pins & NeedlesCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 CostleyWay, Prince Frederick) – 1-4 p.m.Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting,crocheting, or other project for an afternoonof conversation and shared creativity.For more information, call 410-535-0291 or301-855-1862.• Dunkirk Volunteer Fire DepartmentThird Annual Gold TournamentTwin Shields Golf Course (2425 RoartyRoad, Dunkirk) – 7 a.m.*7:00 Check In*Captains Choice*8:30 Shotgun Start*Many Contests and Prizes*Raffles and 50/50*Snacks at the 9th Hole*Lunch*Awards CeremonyEntry Fee:Individual-$125Foursome-$400 (Includes green fee,cart, putting green, beverages, lunch, andawards ceremony)Spectator-$25*Sponsorship Packages Still Available*Register Online at www.supportdunkirk5.org.• Moorish Science Temple of AmericaFriday Night MeetingSouthern Maryland Community Center (20Appeal Lane Lusby) – 7:30 p.m.The Moorish Science Temple of America(A Religious Corporation) was founded bythe Divine Prophet Noble Drew Ali in 1913A.D., and has consistently promoted plans forthe betterment of man and mankind in general.In our missionary work we urge thosewho know that their spiritual, social, intellectualand economic condition can be better tojoin the Moorish Science Temple of America.We are Moslems and we have proclaimedour Nationality and the Divine and NationalPrinciples of our Forefathers in order to meetthe Constitutional standards of Law of theUnited States of America, become citizensof the U.S.A. and have political status in ourgovernment. The object of our Organizationis to help in the great program of upliftingfallen humanity and teach those things necessaryto make our members better citizens.The work of the Moorish Science Temple ofAmerica is largely religious and we are committedto a plan that promotes Unity, SpiritualFulfillment, Economic Power and TruthfulEducation of our Posterity. We advocatethat the Moorish Science Temple of Americais the only national organization amongst ourpeople that can solve our problems becausethe true teachings of Prophet Noble Drew Aliwill redeem our people from mental slaverywhich we now have.We teach that our people are Asiatic becauseaccording to all True and Divine Recordsof the Human Race there is no negro,black or colored race attached to the HumanFamily. These names are unconstitutionaland are a result of and delude to slavery. Weconsider it to be a sin to cling to names andprinciples that delude to slavery. Therefore,we are calling on all Asiatics of America tolearn the truth about their Nationality andtheir Divine Creed because they are notnegroes. We urge them to link themselveswith the families of nations. We honor alltrue and divine prophets. For More informationcontact Shahidah Brewington Bey at410.326.8063 or Roger Brewington Bey at410-814-8458.• Lizzie DeereLotus Kitchen (14618 Solomons Island RoadSouth, Solomons) – 6 p.m.Pianist Lizzie Deere in concert.Saturday, Aug. 25• Back to School Block PartyTrinity United Methodist Church (90 ChurchStreet, Prince Frederick) – 3-7 p.m.Grab the family and head over to Trinity’sfirst ever Back to School Block Party.This free event offers fun for the entire familyfrom live music, a BBQ picnic, bake sale,free school supplies, a giant pirate ship, facepainting, magician, a Lego room, Mad Science,a Tae Kwon Do demonstration, doorprizes, and much more. In addition, theCalvert County Sheriff’s Department willbe on site offering DNA swabbing for thefirst 100 children. Entrance is free; food isavailable for a small fee. There will also bea vendor fair. Space is available for $20. Call410-535-1782 to reserve a table or for moreinformation.• Garden Smarter: Invasive Plant IDCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 CostleyWay, Prince Frederick) – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Invasive plants are disrupting naturalecosystems throughout the U.S. Most residentsare unaware if these plants are growingin their landscape or woods. Learn to identifyinvasive plant species commonly foundin Maryland. For more information, call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.• 146th Annual Calvert County JoustingTournamentChrist Church (3100 Broomes Island Road,Port Republic) – 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.Come and enjoy a day of jousting! Alsovisit our bazaar, country supper and historicchurch. Box suppers are available. CalvertCounty bluegrass band “Unclouded Day”will be performing a free concert 2 to 4 p.m.For more information, call 410-586-0565 orvisit www.christchurch.org.• Call for Actors, Tech and Make-upSotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Lane,Hollywood) – 10 a.m.Sotterley Plantation is pleased to announceopen auditions for two of our annualsignature events: Ghosts of Sotterley andSotterley Holiday Candlelight.Auditions will be held at the SotterleyWarehouse on:Saturday, August 25, 10-12 p.m.Ghosts of Sotterley 2012 entitled, “1918:Influenza, War, and Restless Spirits,” willrun on October 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 from7–10:30 p.m. While restoring Sotterley Plantationto its former glory, owner, HerbertSatterlee disturbs more than the bricks andmortar as the country is in the midst of aflu pandemic and the remains of the GreatWar. This outdoor production takes placeon the Sotterley grounds. This year’s SotterleyHoliday Candlelight entitled, “FromThis Day Forward” will run on November29 for Members’ Night, then November 30and December 1 for the general public from6–10 p.m. In this living history productionset within the 1703 Plantation House, visitorswill encounter Sotterley’s past Christmasseasons and the families who lived andworked here. Share love, laughter and sometimesbittersweet memories at home on theplantation. For more information, contactLinda Tucker Jones at events@sotterley.orgor 301-373-2280.• Key Club Bake SaleWalmart (150 Solomons Island Road North,Prince Frederick) – 9 a.m.Come and support the Calvert HighSchool Key Club, a local student serviceorganization! The Calvert High School KeyClub will be hosting a bake sale in order toraise money for the club. CHS Key Club participatesin service projects such as: runningbook drives, hosting the school talent show,participating in Project Eliminate, makingcards for kids at the hospital, and assistingwith Christmas in April.• Hand DanceAmerican Legion 206 (Rt 260, ChesapeakeBeach) – 6:30 p.m.It’s better than ever! One hour lessonscommence at 6:30 p.m. followed by dancinguntil 11 p.m. Open to the public. $7 per person.Cash Bar and hot sandwiches available.American Legion Stallings-Williams Post206 Upper Level Ballroom in ChesapeakeBeach on Route 260. Call Fred Baumgarnerfor further information at 301-855-6466 orvisit www.ALPost206.org.• Membership MeetingAmerican Legion 206 (Rt 260, ChesapeakeBeach) – 7 p.m.The Auxiliary meeting begins at 7p.m. All members are encouraged to attendfor a very important review of the upcomingyear’s budget and rules. For informationcall Clarisse Choux at 443-964-5461 or visitwww.ALPost206.org.Sunday, Aug. 26• Sealed with a Kiss EXPOHilton Garden Inn Solomons (13100 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 12-4 p.m.This is an EXPO that is sure to pleaseall involved. Exhibitor and Sponsorship opportunitiesare available, but there are limitsfor each category. Don’t delay in registeringfor this one of a kind event. This is anevent unlike any other. The Exhibitor thatbrings in the most clients to the EXPO (asindicated on the registration form) will wina special Give-Away. For more informationabout how to sponsor or to be an exhibitor,please contact Monique Melton at info@FaviasARTistry.com. This event is for engagedand married couples, but singles arewelcome too. The event features workshopsthat will benefit couples of all walks of life.Couples will explore the many different servicesoffered by the Expo’s elite businesses.We will host a meeting one week before theshow. Please see the Vendor registrationform for more details.Out & About• Patty Dorsh & John ShawLotus Kitchen (14618 Solomons Island RdSouth, Solomons) – 2 p.m.Hip Guitar Bongo Trio Patty Dorsh andJohn Shaw.Monday, Aug. 27• Books & ToysCalvert Library Southern Branch (20 AppealWay, Lusby) – 10-11 a.m.Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots!Book club for mom, playtime for kids! Thismonth’s selection is Scent of Rain and Lightningby Nancy Pickard. For more information,call 410-326-5289.• Hooping ClassAnnemarie Garden (13480 Dowell Road,Solomons) – 11 a.m.You’re invited to learn hooping in thebeautiful atmosphere of Annemarie Garden.Bring your own hoop or use one available toborrow. Light beginner hoops will be for salefor $10. Lots of fun, beautiful surroundingsand great exercise! To RSVP visit www.facebook.com/JudayPerformanceArts?ref=hl#!/events/311231618975709. Entry is free for childrenunder 12, $5 for all others.Tuesday, Aug. 28• Learn to use Open OfficeCharlotte Hall Library (37600 New MarketRoad, Charlotte Hall) – 10 a.m.Don’t have Microsoft Office? Adults canlearn how to use the free tool, Open Office, inplace of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel,PowerPoint). Free. Registration required. 301-884-2211 or www.stmalib.orgWednesday, Aug. 29• Calvert County Job FairCalvert County Fairgrounds (140 CalvertFair Drive, Barstow) – 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Several employers seeking workers willbe available to take applications and answerquestions.Thursday, Aug. 30• “African American Civil War Memorial& Museum”Sotterley Plantation Barn (44300 SotterleyLane, Hollywood) – 3 p.m.Sotterley Plantation is proud to partnerwith The Boeing Company in announcing theupcoming 2012 Speaker Series presentationentitled “African American Civil War Memorialand Museum” by Frank Smith, Ph.D.Fulfilling a lifelong dream to honor AfricanAmericans who fought for freedom as UnitedStates Colored Troops during the Civil War, heis the founder and president of this significantWashington, D.C., memorial and museum. TheUnited States Colored Troops made up over 10percent of the Union or Northern Army eventhough they were prohibited from joining untilJuly 1862, 15 months into the war. They comprised25 percent of the Union Navy. Yet, onlyone percent of the Northern population wasAfrican American. Clearly overrepresented inthe military, African Americans played a decisiverole in the Civil War. African Americansfought in every major campaign and battleduring the last two years of the war earning 25Medals of Honor. Abraham Lincoln, recognizingtheir contributions, declared, “Without themilitary help of the black freedmen, the waragainst the South could not have been won.”This event is free to the public. Advance reservationsare required due to limited seating.Call 301-373-2280 for more information or tomake your reservation.