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AMERICANCRAFTBEERWEEKMAY 13 -MAY 19THCELEBRATE WITH SOUTHERN MARYLAND'SFIRST MICROBREWERY!Award winning artisan crafted beerThe Calvert GazetteCome be part of a coast to coast toast to American craft breweries onThursday, May 18th at 8pm410-394-3825CORNER OF DOWELL RD & RT. 4WWW.RUDDYDUCKBREWERY.COMFACEBOOK.COM/RUDDYDUCKBREWERYOn T he CoverCalvert County Board of Commissioner Evan Slaughenhouptshares his thoughts on the 2014 Fiscal Budget.Thursday, April 25, 2013 2AlsoInside3 County News8 Education9 Business10 Crime11 Senior News12 Feature Story13 Newsmaker14 Steppin’ Out16 Obituaries18 Community20 Entertainment21 Games21 Classifieds22 Out & AboutbusinessBully Bling Energy drink calls its home Calvert, but it’s bursting onto the national scene.Top Row: Carolyn Quade, Shirley Mattingly and Barbara Livingston.Bottom Row: Betty West, Steve Mattingly and Alice KingsleycommunityThe Fifth Annual Green Expo had lessons about composting with worms.

3 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteBy Sarah MillerStaff WriterFree InItIal ConsultatIonThe law offices of P.a. Hotchkiss & associatesProviding Excellent Service For Over 20 YearsAuto AccidentsWorkers’ comp• Divorce/Separation• Support/Custody• Domestic Violence• Criminal/Traffic• DWI/MVA HearingsPower of Attorney• Name Change • Adoption• Wills • GuardianshipScan this “Times Code”with your smart phoneAccepting:99 Smallwood Dr. Waldorf, MD • 206 Washignton Ave. LaPlata, MDPublic Commenton Beach BudgetClara Mae Buckmaster wasone of several resident who cameout to speak at the ChesapeakeTown Council budget hearing.She asked the council not to removeVeterans Park improvementsfrom the budget.“You should hang your headsin shame,” she said in reference tothe proposed cut. At the end of themeeting, the improvements werestill on the capital improvementslist for FY 2014.Discussion continued on ratechanges for water and sewer. Thecurrent income is only a third of the revenue needed,but increasing rates three times automatically wouldcause “undue hardship,” council members said. Theycould not agree on a model for rate adjustments.Council member Jeff Krahling proposed a separatework session to discuss different models, an actionMayor Bruce Wahl disapproved of, not wanting tosee competing rate work sessions right now. Krahlingreminded Wahl the town council could hold worksessions if at least four members believed it necessary.He got the votes he needed to hold the workSERVING CHARLES • ST. MARY’S • PG • CALVERTPhoto by Sarah MillerMayor Bruce WahlVisitor InformationCenters Open All Weeksessions.“Fine then, have your worksession,” Wahl said.The council approved a requestto purchase a boat, to be keptin public works storage, for theChesapeake Beach Oyster CultivationCommittee. It awarded acontract addendum to Homes andGardens by Les and Olde TymeCraftsmen, Inc. for the completionof the phase two Kellams Fieldimprovements. The money camefrom a grant. Not all council membersagreed the money should bespent on the field.Council member Eric Reinhardtargued “grant money isn’tfree” and the field was in good shape, meaning themoney could be better used elsewhere. His argumentswent unheeded.The marathon meeting went four hours, promptingaudience members who stuck it out the entire timeso they could speak during public comment at the endto comment on a perceived lack of organization. Wahldefended the council, saying it accomplished a largeamount of work and it was not wasted time.sarahmiller@countytimes.netNow that the weather is warming, visitors will begin streaming back to CalvertCounty for vacations, day trips and family activities. To help tourists and motorists withtravel plans, directions and general information, Calvert County's two visitor informationcenters, located in Owings and Solomons, are now open seven days a week from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.The Owings center is co-located with the Fairview Library at 8120 Southern MarylandBoulevard; in Solomons, the center is located at 14175 Solomons Island Road South.Knowledgeable staff is available at each site to provide information about local attractions,hotels, restaurants and other travel information.Both centers are overseen by the Department of Economic Development and managedunder contract by the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce; summer hours are ineffect through Oct. 31, 2013.For more information about the Calvert County, Md., Department of Economic Development,our visitor sites and attractions and the services available to assist county businesses,call 410-535-4583, 800-331-9771 or 301-855-1880; send an email to info@ecalvert.com, or visit online at www.ecalvert.com.(301) 932-7700 (301) 870-7111COUNTYNEWSThree CalvertMen Found Deadin AnnapolisBy Guy LeonardStaff WriterDetectives with the AnnapolisPolice Departmentare investigating the deaths ofthree Calvert County men inwhat appear to be two separatecases.All three men were founddead in Annapolis Sunday,two were found dead at about8:30 a.m. and the other founddeceased at around 4 p.m., accordingto police reports.The latest death wasdeemed a homicide after officersresponded to a call for serviceto the 200 block of VictorParkway and found John DonnelRay, of Huntingtown, in hisvehicle dead from a gunshotwound.Detectives announced noarrests in the shooting homicideand are actively seekinginformation from anyone whoLeadership – Experience – Advocacy – DisciplineLEADing the Way to the FutureLEAD 2013 Teen Leadership WorkshopJune 23 ~ 26at St. Mary’s College of MarylandRealize Your Potential & Learn to LeadWork Collaboratively to Make a Difference in Your CommunityMake Friends & Lifelong MemoriesConsider a summer camp experience like no other …thought-provoking, interactive and all out fun.∙This 4 day/ 3 night residential workshop sponsored by LeadershipSouthern Maryland and staffed by young professionals from diversebackgrounds as part of the Maryland Leadership Workshops.∙Cost is $375 and includes room, board, tuition & fees.Scholarships are available.∙Application Deadline May 1To register & apply online or get details, visit www.leadsomd.org.Contact Karen Holcomb via email: leadsomd@verizon.net or phone:240-725-5469Like us on Facebook & check out what LEAD 2012 graduates have tosay about this one-of-a-kind experience!may have knowledge of thecrime.The other two deceasedmen were also found in a vehiclein the 1200 block of ForestDrive, police reported.The two men have beenidentified as Jason Paul Hunter,34, of Lusby and Michael LeeSkirvin III, also of Lusby.Police have stated that thetwo men appeared to have bothdied from a narcotics overdosebut autopsies are pending.Police are seeking the public’shelp regarding any informationthey have on the deathof either Hunter or Skirvin.Detectives Charles Bealefieldcan be contacted regardingthe homicide at 443-986-5561 while Detective JohnMurphy can be contacted regardingthe apparent overdosesat 410-562-7759.guyleonard@countytimes.net

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open to tHe publiCThe Calvert GazetteCalvert County Chamber of Commerce17th Annual Golf ClassicPresented By: PNC Bank • Patuxent Wine & SpiritsCOUNTYNEWSThursday, April 25, 2013 6Underage AlcoholReduction Team Seeksto Inform ParentsBy Sarah MillerStaff WriterChesapeake Hills Golf CourseFriday, May 3rd, 2013Registration: 8:00 a.m. •• Shotgun Start: 9:00 a.m.Awards Lunch: 2:30 p.m.Foursome with Tee Sign- $600 • Foursome - $500Per Player - $150 • Tee Sign - $125Golf Contests:Closest to the PinLongest Drive • Straightest DriveFree Foursome Photos By:Jax PhotographyHole in One Contest Sponsored By:Bayside ToyotaPutting Contest Sponsored By:Community Bank of Tri-CountyRegistration includes green fees & cart, breakfast,lunch, beverages and snacks on the course.”On the Go” Breakfast Bags Sponsored By:Hilton Garden Inn & the Great American Grill“Cinco de Mayo” themed AwardsLuncheon Sponsored By:Constellation Energy Nuclear GroupProvided By: Monterey Mexican RestaurantGo to www.calvertchamber.org to register.Registration closes Tuesday April 30thSponsored By:Bozick, Inc.Community Bank of Tri-CountyFantasy World EntertainmentSMECOBeverageCartSponsored By:First Home Mortgage,Darren RickwoodThe Under Age Alcohol ReductionTeam informs parents and children about thedangers of underage drinking and serving alcoholto minors.The team, which last met in October,has been waiting on approval of the ideasthey collected. Program monitor Anna Blacksaid this process takes time.During the April 17 meeting, the teamdiscussed a campaign called Parents WhoHost Lose the Most.One of the most effective means to stopunderage drinking is disseminating informationthrough the community. A commonmisconception among parents is they areallowed to serve minors as long as the minorsare supervised and remain in the home,Black said. The states parents may serve alcoholonly to their children.Adults can be fined $2,500 for the firstoffence or $5,000 for subsequent offences ofserving alcohol to others. Individual citationscan be issued for each minor served, accordingto information available during the April17 meeting.The team chose the Chesapeake RanchEstates as an initial focus area because it is alarge community with pre-established activitiesand clubs for children, adults and families,Black said.The campaign is designed to inform parentsand instigate a “social norms” change,Black said.Photo by Sarah MillerAnna Black explains the consequences of servingminors alcoholOn May 8 from 5 to 8 p.m., the team willkick off the campaign the Parents Who HostLose the Most kick. Parents can sign a pledgevowing they will not serve alcohol to minors.They can pick up lawn posters, fliers andstickers designed to let their neighbors knowchildren will not get alcohol at their homes.The group discussed having a booth withunderage drinking information at upcomingsummer events in CRE, as well as on SolomonsIsland and in other parts of the county.In addition to the campaign, the teamdiscussed the upcoming prom season, andhow to keep students safe after the dance.For more information about UAART,contact Black at 410-535-3079, ext. 26, orblackac@co.cal.md.us or Julie Boutaugh at410-535-3079, ext. 26, or julie.Bbutaugh@maryland.gov.sarahmiller@countytimes.net119 Designated DriversTransported 513 PassengersBob Hall, LLC and Anheuser Busch,working together with the Calvert CountySheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police,the Calvert Alliance Against SubstanceAbuse and the Calvert and St. Mary’sCounties Community Traffic Safety Programssponsored a Designated Driverprogram during the annual opening of theTiki Bar this year. The program ran Friday,April 19 and Saturday, April 20 fromnoon to 10 p.m.Sheriff Mike Evans, accompaniedSusan Fischer, Richard Hall and Sheriff Evansby Richard Hall with Bob Hall, LLC, andSusan Fischer, Evidence Property Manager at the Sheriff’s Office, drew the winningtickets on Monday at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for the prizes awarded to thosewho signed up as designated drivers during the weekend of the Tiki Bar opening celebrations.Between Friday and Saturday. The 119 designated drivers saw to the safearrival home of 513 passengers.First place winner, Janet Stone of California won $300 and a Tiki Bar gift certificate,second place winner Haley Kleeman of Clements won $200 and a Tiki Bar giftcertificate, third place winner Amy Payne of Leonardtown won $100 and a Tiki Bar giftcertificate. Dennis Baker of Lusby won the Designated Driver Rewards drawing of $50in a VISA gift card provided by Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA).Sheriff Mike Evans says, “Thanks to all the allied agencies that helped make theevent safe for the residents of Calvert County”.

9 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteSpring Is Here!Bully Bling isBursting with EnergyBy Corrin M. HoweStaff Writer/EditorBully Bling logoBully Bling is a CalvertCounty grown energydrink – with its ownunique blend and flavor –bursting onto the local, regionaland national scene.Its influence is evidencedby this week beingnamed as the official sponsorof CrossFit FootballFlash Power Athlete Series 2013, a nationalfitness program; this month it picked up H.G.Wagner & Son’s a regional food and drinkdistributor; and, less than three years ago itsold its first case to a Calvert business.Vic Guido and Lisa Phillips, the founders,wanted to “create a healthier, quality,inexpensive energy product that providesamazing taste and outstanding energy, withoutthe medicine taste and after taste of otherbrands.”Gudio, a lifelong entrepreneur and businessowner, said starting a business now iseasier with the Internet. He discovered thatthe energy drink industry takes $9 millionfrom the market, which was big enough forhim and Phillips to carve out a piece of living.They hired a chemist to develop theformula.The cans come from Ball, the largestcan manufacture in the world. NVE, in NewJersey, fills the cans. On Sept. 10, 2010, theyreceived their first shipment of the carbonateddrink.“The B vitamins and citruses createditself,” Phillips said about the unique flavorof the drink.“Some people say it tastes like SweetTarts or Jolly Rancher,” Guido said.In January 2011, Bully Bling introducedits sugar free drink and recently came outwith the new can design.“Southern Maryland has been verygood to us,” Guido said.The locations to purchase the drinks arelisted on their website.Bully Bling is distributed in Maryland(Baltimore and Southern Maryland are largestmarkets), West Virginia (another largemarket), Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delawareand Washington, D.C.Bully Bling is sold in bars, clubs, andliquor stores. In Calvert the energy drinkcan be found in Rollins Grocery Store inChesapeake Beach, Monterey’s MexicanCantina in Lusby and Solomon’s Snacks. InSt. Mary’s McKays and Big Dogs Paradisesell Bully Bling. And Port Tabacco Marina isanother good customer, according to Phillips.These are a few examples.Gudio wants to saturate the mid-Atlanticregion. Picking up H. M. Wagner as adistributor was a major step forward in BullyBling’s goal. The delivery company deliversin many of the same markets as Guido hastargeted.The company is growing so fast thatwithin two years of starting, Gudio left hisconstruction company to work fulltime atBully Bling. Phillips always ran the day-todaybusiness and continuesto work out of an industrialpark off Mt. Harmony.Before the end of theyear, he wants to break intothe Atlanta, Ga. market.Guido said the demandfor their logo hascaused him to launch intoother marketing areas tosell hats, hoodies, andt-shirts.Along with retaillocations, Bully Bling teams-up with localbands, racecar teams, Go-kart teams, MXTeams, and Hunt Clubs to help us get ourdrink in the clubs and bars.Bully Bling sponsors Autism Society,Habitat for Humanity and Wounded Warrior.For more information and learn abouttheir upcoming events, go to bullyblingenergy.comcorrinhowe@countytimes.netCrossFit Footballis a strengthand conditioningprogram designedfor football playersand participants incontact sports.We use organicfunctionalmovements performedat highintensity to simulatethe demandsplaced on an athleteduring a footballgame. Footballis a game of secondsand inches. CrossFit logoCrossFit Footballknows the demands placed on players duringthe game and the distances they willhave to travel. With this in mind, we canreplicate the stresses and situations a playerwill face on the field. By combining highintensity movements with a comprehensivestrength and speed program, the result is atraining program that is unparalleled in theindustry.How do we know CrossFit Football'sprogramming works? Because it has beendesigned by NFL players and some of thetop coaches in the world. Not only has itbeen created by top athletes, but it has beenused to compete at the highest levels of professionalsports. The utility of this programis not theoretical; it has not been designedby someone that thinks it might work, butby athletes and coaches that have dominatedat the highest levels of competitiveathletics.The CrossFit Football program is designedto work for all players regardlessof age or experience. 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Crime &PunishmentBy Guy LeonardStaff WriterWhite Sands FireRuled as ArsonState Fire Marshals have not arrested anysuspects for the deliberate setting of a housefire in Lusby on Sunday.According to information from the statefire marshals office the fire was set at 724White Sands Drive during the night of April20; the house was a single story wood-framedstructure and was not occupied.A neighbor saw the door to the housewas opened and warned the owner, who enteredthe house and found fire damage and“numerous small fires intentionally set inseveral rooms of the house,” according to firemarshals.The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office wasthe first agency on the scene, according to firemarshals, but no firefighters were called to theThe Calvert Gazettescene.Deputy Fire Marshal John Nelson saidthe fires burned themselves out as they werediscovered.Whoever was responsible set fire to severalitems throughout the house, including thecarpet. No pets or people were harmed.The house had no occupants since theowner was repairing it in preparation to put itback on the market, Nelson said.It had been used as a rental property, hesaid.The total damage was estimated at$5,000. Fire marshals have no suspects in theincident.Anyone with information on the arson isasked to call the fire marshal’s Southern Regionoffice at 443-550-6833.guyleonard@countytimes.netSheriff’s BlotterThe following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.During the week of April 15 through April 21 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’sOffice responded to 1,457 calls for service throughout the community.Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in CalvertCounty who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solverslink through the Sheriff’s Office website.Go to www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solverslink to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction ofa suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.Theft:Someone stole a charcoal grill fromDriftwood Beach in Lusby sometime betweenApril 12 and 15. Dep. L. Wood isinvestigating.Destruction of Property:Sometime between 8 p.m. and 10:05 p.m.on April 15 someone slashed four tires on avehicle parked in the Rod ‘n Reel Restaurantparking lot in Chesapeake Beach. Dep. C.Fox is investigating.CDS Violation:On April 16 at 9:45p.m. DFC T. Rickardconducted a traffic stopon Md. Rt.2 south atFederal Oaks Drive inSunderland. He foundDwyerthe driver, later identifiedas Shane P. Dwyer, 18 of Huntingtown, tobe in possession of suspected drugs. Dwyerwas arrested and charged with possession ofmarijuana in the amount of 10 grams or more,possession of marijuana in sufficient quantityto indicate an intent to distribute, and possessionof drug paraphernalia; multiple containersand bags used to store marijuana.Burglary:Unknown suspect(s) broke into a shed atMiddleham Chapel in Lusby and stole a ToroZ Master riding mower that is red with whitewheels and a gray seat, valued at $7,500. Twogreen and yellow Yardman 6-hp push mowersand a 5-gallon gas can were also stolen.The theft occurred sometime between April10 and 17. Anyone with information is askedto contact Dep. G. Gott at 410-535-2800.Theft from Vehicle:Overnight between April 17 and 18 unknownsuspect(s) entered two unlocked vehiclesparked outside a home in the 700 blockof Dry Creek Court in Lusby and stole $3 inchange. DFC M. Velasquez is investigating.Destruction of Property:Approximately $150 in damage was donewhen unknown suspect(s) spray painted graffition the west side of the Chesapeake BeachLibrary located on Harbor Road. The graffitiwas discovered on April 19. Anyone withinformation is asked to contact Dep. C. Fox at410-535-2800.Destruction of Property:Someone struck the windshield and hoodof a vehicle parked in a driveway in the 300block of Sollers Wharf Road in Lusby betweenApril 19 and 20 causing $700 in damage. Dep.L. Wood is investigating.Burglary:A homeowner reported to Dep. L. Woodthat during the daytime hours on April 19someone broke into their home in the 700 blockof White Sands Drive in Lusby and stole a Play-Station3 gaming system and a Motorola Droidcell phone. The investigation is continuing.Theft from Vehicle:A victim in the 9400 block of Sea BreezeCourt in North Beach advised DFC R. Burggraffthat someone stole her purse from insideher vehicle overnight between April 18 and 19.The victim was unsure if the vehicle had beenlocked but there was no damage to the vehicle.The purse, a large silver Coach bag, and its’contents are valued at $1,000.Theft:On April 15 at 10:16 a.m., TrooperFirst Class Wiesemann responded to the14855 block of Patuxent Ave., Solomonsfor a report of a theft. A 14kt gold diamondsolitaire ring and pendant werestolen from the residence. Investigationcontinues.Burglary:On April 16 at 4 a.m., Troopersfrom the Prince Frederick Barrackwere contacted by Anne Arundel Policeto assist with a theft investigation. Alookout for a 1996 Honda Accord towingan empty U-Haul trailer was given.TFC Esnes located the vehicle, whichnow had two motorcycles on the trailer.Troopers stopped the vehicle on Rt. 4 inHuntingtown. Troopers then canvassedthe area and discovered that the motorcycleshad just been stolen during a garageburglary on Holland Cliff Road inHuntingtown. The U-Haul trailer wasalso found to be stolen. Brandon M.Jennings, 21 of Glen Burnie, and DarianD. Carter, 18 of Pasadena, were botharrested and charged with burglary andtheft. Trooper First Class Hunt from theCalvert Investigative Team respondedto continue the investigation into otherrelated motorcycle/ATV thefts in thearea.Open Warrant, Possession:On April 16 at 7:45 p.m., TrooperFirst Class Saucerman responded toa call for service in the 5800 block ofMacs Hollow Rd. in Prince Frederick.Donald T. Unkle, 24 of Prince Frederick,was contacted during the call andwas discovered to have an open arrestwarrant with the Department of NaturalResources Police. Cocaine and otherdrug paraphernalia were also discovered.He was incarcerated at the CalvertCounty Detention Center.Possession With Intent:On April 17 12:21 a.m., TrooperBarlow stopped a vehicle for traffic violationson Rt. 4 at Governor Run Rd. inPort Republic. An odor of marijuanawas emitting from inside the vehicleand a search revealed a large amountThursday, April 25, 2013 10Sheriff’s Salute to HELPSheriff Mike Evans metwith the volunteers of the HELPAssociation on April 15 at theHELP Association Thrift Shopon East Mount Harmony Roadin Owings and presented themwith a Sheriff's Salute. TheSheriff thanked HELP AssociationPresident Norma Houston,pictured below with Sheriff Evans,and several members of thegroup for their generosity andsupport.In March of 2013 the HELPAssociation awarded the Sheriff'sOffice with a $7,000 grantwhich was used to purchase Tasersfor deputies.Sheriff Evans thanked thevolunteers and expressed the valueof community partnerships.MSP BlotterThe following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia.Salvador A. Hernandez-Claudio, 19 ofLusby, was arrested for possession ofMarijuana with the intent to distribute.He was incarcerated at the CalvertCounty Detention Center.Possession of Oxycodone:On April 18 at 7:26 a.m., TrooperFirst Class West responded to the 11200block of Alamo Trail in Lusby in an attemptto serve an arrest warrant. MichaelE. Swearingen, 21 of Lusby, waslocated in the residence and was placedunder arrest. A search revealed he wasin possession of oxycodone. He was incarceratedat the Calvert County DetentionCenter.Violation of Protective Order:On April 18 at 12 p.m., TrooperFirst Class West received a complaintfrom a victim, who advised that her estrangedhusband was violating the protectiveorder she had put in place againsthim. Jeffrey W. Baker, 42 of Owings,entered the MSP barrack and wasplaced under arrest for violation of theprotective order. He was incarceratedat the Calvert County Detention Center.Public Intoxication:On April 19 at 5 p.m., Trooper FirstClass Wiesemann responded to PrinceFrederick Blvd. near Dares Beach Rd.in Prince Frederick for a reported intoxicatedsubject staggering in and outof the roadway. Troopers located DavidJ. Stillwagon, Jr., 51 of no fixed address,and found him to be extremely intoxicated.He was arrested and incarceratedat the Calvert County Detention Center.Possession of Marijuana:On April 21 at 10:49 a.m., TrooperFirst Class Esnes stopped a vehicle atRt. 4 and Lower Marlboro Rd. in Huntingtownfor traffic violations. Duringthe traffic stop a search was conductedwhich revealed marijuana. Two juvenilesfrom Virginia were arrested andtransported to the MSP Barrack forprocessing. They were charged and releasedto the care and custody of theirparents and guardian.

11 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteLaura JoyceContributing WriterIn the End:It’s Just Common DecencyMargaret Thatcher, Great Britain’s “Iron Lady” (and firstfemale Prime Minister), died last week at age 88. She’d suffereda series of strokes over the past several years, and hadalso developed Dementia. The gradual loosening of someone’sconnections to the world is always sad, whatever you maythink of their politics or beliefs.Since her death, the song, “Ding Dong, The Witch isDead” from the Wizard of Oz has risen to the top of the musiccharts in England. Britons are requesting it as a paean toThatcher’s term in office, when her economic and other policiesresulted in a deepening recession and widespread unemployment.She was also unpopular with many for her rigidly conservative politics.What does this have to do with us? Not much, on one hand: if a bunch of peoplefrom across the pond want to hear an incredibly annoying song performed by Munchkins,cheerio and all that rot. Watching the news coverage got me thinking, though.Groups of people, many of them too young to have been born, let alone unemployed,when Thatcher ruled, are dancing in the street and celebrating her death. They’reholding up banners that read “Good Riddance!” and “Ding Dong!” (for those who aren’tcreative enough to come up with their own slogans).I’m imagining her family, though; she has a daughter and a son, as well as grandchildren,seeing the glee of the British protesters as they celebrate in the face of thefamily’s sorrow. And while I believe in the First Amendment’s guarantee of free speechbeyond perhaps any other right, the protesters’ behavior disgusts me, too. Whatever happenedto common decency? Empathy? If someone has to be glad that another person hasdied, can’t they be quietly glad?That’s the problem with the street parties and songs that celebrate someone’s passing.They’re impossible to miss, and they’re mean-spirited, and they’re done when it’stoo late to create change in any case. The protests simply create a painful backdrop for afamily grieving a personal loss, albeit of a public figure. No matter who has died, thereis probably a small child somewhere, even if only inside of an adult, who knew the onewho has passed only as someone they loved.I didn’t agree with Margaret Thatcher’s economic policies or her hawkish cronyismwith Reagan and other world leaders who seemed hell-bent on war, but that was over 30years ago. Since, she has lost those most precious of gifts, her health and her memory.Her family has surely suffered those losses even longer and harder than she has.It seems to me that laughter and cheering and delight at this one final loss is in poortaste, at best. Even more importantly, it denies another human being what we shouldsurely all earn after a lifetime of navigating the world in the way we think best, even ifothers disagree: the chance for our families to put us to rest, in peace.I love hearing from you; feel free to contact me at thewordtech@md.metrocast.net if you have comments or questions about the column.SENIOR LIVINGSenior Citizen NewsMaryland Access PointThe Calvert County Office on Aging(CCOOA) has been approved to be a MarylandAccess Point (MAP). The MAP programprovides options counseling as wellas information and assistance to disabledindividuals aged 18 and older. The CCOOAhas welcomed Amy Boucher as the MAPCoordinator. In addition, Sharisse Swalesof the Southern Maryland Center for IndependentLiving is available every Wednesdayat Calvert Pines Senior Center, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. to assist disabled persons aged 18to 49 years old. For more information aboutthe MAP program, contact Amy Boucherat 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.Summer FunClasses are filling up for the IntergenerationalCamp at Calvert Pines SeniorCenter. Enjoy a week of activities withyour elementary-age grandchild(ren), July15 - 19, 10 a.m. Brochures are available atall three senior centers. Fee: $35 per grandparent/grandchildpair, $15 each additionalperson, includes all supplies and one freeDVD. Registration forms must be receivedby May 25. For more information call 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170.Free Advance DirectivesIn celebration of Law Day, Wednesday,May 1, the Office on Aging, in conjunctionwith Davis, Upton, Palumbo &Dougherty, LLC, will be preparing advancedirectives at all three senior centers,free of charge, for Calvert County seniors.Contact your local senior center to schedulea 30-minute appointment.Arthritis Foundation Exercise ProgramAre you looking for a way to reducepain and decrease stiffness? The ArthritisFoundation Exercise Program (AFEP)includes gentle range-of-motion exercisessuitable for every fitness level andis offered at all three senior centers. Theclasses are held at Calvert Pines, Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.;North Beach, Mondays and Wednesdaysat 10:30 a.m. and Fridays at 10:15 a.m.; andSouthern Pines, Tuesdays and Thursdays at10 a.m.Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)Celebrate the Mexican holiday at aCinco de Mayo Luncheon, Friday, May 3,noon. Enjoy taco salad, non-alcoholic margaritas,chips and salsa. Lunch reservationrequired.North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)Laughter is sure to happen when ladiesget together! Join Table Talk for Women,Thursday, May 2, 10:30 a.m. to shareand reminisce with other women.Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)Celebrate the flavors and traditions ofMexico at a Cinco de Mayo Celebration,Friday, May 3, 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a Mexicanstyle lunch, piñata, games and prizesfor the best fiesta costume. Pre-registrationrequired.Eating Together MenuLunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC ofthe Older Americans Act. Contributionsare suggested. For reservations or to cancelyour reservations call: Calvert Pines SeniorCenter at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170,North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at410-586-2748.Monday, April 29: Turkey Sandwich, GardenGoodness Soup, Fresh Fruit, OrangeJuice.Tuesday, April 30: Pork BBQ, BakedBeans, Cole Slaw, Fresh Fruit, Brownies.Wednesday, May 1: Fried Chicken, MashedSweet Potatoes, Whole Wheat Bread, FreshFruit.Thursday, May 2: Baked Tilapia, Red Potatoes,Black Beans, Kale, Rice Pudding,Juices.Friday, May 3: Taco Salad Meal: TortillaChips, Beef Meat, Salsa, L/T, Cheese,Churros, Pears.PublisherThomas McKayAssociate Publisher Eric McKayEditorCorrin M. 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The Calvert GazetteThursday, April 25, 2013 12STORYSlaughenhoupt Desires aZero-balance Budget in FutureBy Sarah MillerStaff WriterAs the 2014 fiscal year budget receives its finaltweaks before being presented for public comment,Board of Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr. supportsa different process for budget building. He wants to seethe county create a budget from scratch. Calvert Countygovernment has 11 departments, a large number, he said.“It’s always been like that. It could be more efficient,different models could be used.”Slaughenhoupt has seen models where county governmenthas two parts, one for internal administrationand the other to serve the public. That may not work forCalvert, but he said the current structure is “not optimum.It could be more efficient.” He wants involve the citizen’sadvisory committee in the budget process.He doesn’t feel like the commissioners are doingtheir job if they don’t understand the budget building processfrom top to bottom.The zero-based budget style would account for everydollar spent, he said.His goal is for county government to be completelytransparent.Commissioner Steve Weems has nothing againstSlaughenhoupt’s approach to budget building. Instead,he is still learning, finding something new every time thecounty goes through the budget process. Weems is waryof “micro-managing” the budget process, saying thecounty’s staff has won accolades for the work they do.Commissioners approach should be “efficient, effectiveand adaptive” as they are actively involved and informedin the process.Present Budget ProcessFunding public schools traditionally makes up forroughly 50 percent of a county budget while public safetyadds 20 percent. Once funded, the board of educationand sheriff control the money given.In the past, the county and schools had a fundingformula in place, which has since expired. The formulawas based upon maintenance of effort plus 2 percent.This year, Calvert County Public Schools requestedapproximately $4 million more than the county’s staffrecommendation.Board of Education President Eugene Karol commendedthe county for continuing to fund the schoolsabove maintenance of effort.“They haven’t treated the school system unfairlyby any measure of the imagination,” Karol said, addingadditional funding will keep theschools from cutting personnel andpossibly increasing class sizes.The Board of County Commissionersand the Board of Educationare still discussing funding. Karolsaid the Board of Education strivesfor accountability, and makes sure tospend money wisely.Calvert County Sheriff’s Officehas had the same staffing levels forthe last 10 to 15 years, according toSheriff Mike Evans.Already assigning deputiesto multiple duties without payingthem for the extra responsibility, theSheriff’s office is spread thin for thecommunities increasing needs. Evansdoes not want to trim DARE,the drug enforcement team and theCrime Investigative Team.North Beach pays for nine officersto routinely patrol the beachesand Dominion Cove Point pays for10 officers who are stationed at thefacility, Evans said.The Board of Education pays foran officer posted at one of the highschools. The sheriff’s office providesofficers for the additional three highschools.The sheriff’s office and theBoard of County Commissioners recentlyreached a tentative agreementfor a formula determining the numberof deputies the office needs.Evans called the formula “a stepin the right direction,” adding he intendsto bring requests forward toadd more deputies into the budget.The General FundThe general fund (that which isleft over after funding schools andpublic safety) is the most discussedduring the budget building process,Photo By Frank Marquartaccording to Tim Hayden, Director of Finance and Budget.The general fund expenditures are $233,758,179while the projected revenue is $226 million.“We’re working on closing the gap,” Hayden said.“By the time we present the commissioners budget, wewill have a solution.”The board is offering a voluntary retirement programin another effort to cut the budget. Employees participatingmust retire between April 1 and July 30 and have theoption to pull out until the last minute. At this point, thecounty has a good idea of who will retire, Hayden said.County staff will meet to determine whether they need areplacement.The budget build for the next fiscal year begins inJuly with data gathering and goes through to the adoptionof the next budget, Slaughenhoupt said.Some departments have projects that span years,another factor to be included when building the budget.Money allocated for a project may sit for a couple yearsbefore the project is ready to move forward in the process.The With July 1 heralding the end of the fiscal year,the county is getting closer to adopting the operating budgetfor Fiscal Year 2014 at the end of May.“Everybody is asking for more money,” saidSlaughenhoupt.The proposed plan provides a pay increase for countyemployees to cover cost of living increases and givesadditional funding to the Board of Education, though hesaid the county cannot provide the full additional $4 millionthe public schools requested.The county staff set forth an all-inclusive budget is$304,726,608. This number includes self-funding programs,such as water and sewerage.The commissioners will present the budget to thepublic on May 21 at 7 p.m. in Calvert Pines Senior Center,located at 450 W Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick.The budget will be adopted shortly after the presentation,Slaughenhoupt said.sarahmiller@countytimes.net

13 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteNewsmakersNew Antique StoreOpens in Prince FrederickCarol Dargan explains the history behind a blown glass vase.Photos by Sarah MillerBy Sarah MillerStaff WriterA building with some history is the perfectlocation for an antiques shop. In this case,the ground floor of former comptroller LouisGoldstein’s old law office has been convertedto sell treasures, while his son, Phillip Goldstein,maintains an office upstairs.Terry Goldstein and Carol Dargan fixedup the ground floor to lease out, but when nobodymoved in they began thinking of alternativeuses for the location. Goldstein mentionedusing it for an antique shop and, after someconsideration, Dargan asked if she was seriousabout that idea.After two weeks of arranging the shopand preparing, Scorpios Vintage Treasures,Antiques and Furnishings opened the firstweekend in December. The women stockedthe shop with items they were willing to partwith. Since then, they have purchased paintingsand curios at auctions and other stores tore-sell in their shop. They will sell consignmentitems on a case-by-case basis, Dargansaid.Offerings at Scorpios range from handcraftedAmish furniture to trinket boxes,paintings, lamps, a Daneker GrandfatherClock and an old copy of “Twilight” by StephenieMeyer.“I wish the objects in here could talk,”Dargan said.Prices are reasonable, and based on pricingfor similar items on the Internet. Darganenrolled in an appraisal course through AshlandUniversity, and will soon take her test tobe a certified appraiser.Dargan and Goldstein once taught togetherat Plum Point Elementary School, Darganin the history department and Goldsteinin physical education. While at the school,they discovered both their birthdays were inNovember. When they were trying to thinkof a name of the shop, they wanted somethingshort, simple and easy to remember. Goldsteinsuggested Scorpios in honor of their commonbirth month.Scorpios is a hobby venture for bothwomen, Dargan said. It gives them a little extraincome, but they are not willing to open theshop daily, or every weekend. Since Decem-Books, curios and more can be found at ScorpiosVintage Treasures, Antiques and Furnishings.ber, Scorpios has been open the first Fridayand Saturday of the month.That schedule will change in May. Theywill open the store May 3 and 4 as usual,from 12 to 5 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 2p.m. on Saturday, then open again at the endof the month, May 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to4 p.m. both days.After May, Scorpios will open the lastweekend of each month. This prevents Scorpiosfrom clashing with all the other firstFriday activities throughout Calvert, whichDargan believes kept the shop from attractingcustomers who would normally come in.Switching their weekend to a Saturdayand Sunday combination solves a parking issue.Dargan said she has spoken to customerswho tell her they would come more often,but parking in the governmental center inPrince Frederick is challenging. The courtsand the law offices are closed on weekends,which will open up storefront parking. OnSaturdays, the only other business open inthe governmental center is Lusby Hardware,Dargan said.For more information, or to arrange aprivate viewing, call 410-474-1566. Scorpiosis located at 168 Main Street in PrinceFrederick.sarahmiller@countytimes.net

The Calvert GazetteThursday, April 25, 2013 14Every Steppin’ Out Weekend there’s tonsto do in Leonardtown! Find sales, specials,coupons, giveaways and activities at thesefine participating establishments.Allen’s Homestead/Corncrib StudioBellarus BoutiqueBest Western Plus Hotel Park AvenueBig Larry’s Comic Book CaféBrewing GroundsCafé Des ArtistesCraft Guild ShopCrazy for EweFenwick Street Used Books & MusicFriends of the Leonardtown TheaterThe Front Porch RestaurantFuzzy Farmers MarketThe Good EarthGuenther’s BistroThe Hair CompanyKevin’s Corner KafeLeonardtown Arts CenterLeonardtown GalleriaMaryland Antiques CenterNorth End GalleryOga’s Asian CuisineOld Jail MuseumOlde Town PubOlde Towne StitcheryOpal Fine ArtPatuxent Adventure CenterPort of Leonardtown WineryQuality Street Kitchen and CateringThe Tea RoomTudor HallYellow Door Art StudiosYe Olde Towne CafeFind complete info and downloadmoney-saving coupons atwww.visitstmarysmd.com/steppinoutBy Alex PanosStaff Writer50s Weekend inLeonardtownOver 300 classicand antique cars will bepacked into Leonardtownthis Sunday for the annualSt. Mary’s Rod and ClassicSpring Fling.In addition to thestep back in time, said BillHiggs, the club president,the day of festivities willfeature live music, rafflesand classic car triviacontests.Kids’ will playgames, such as a fan belttoss, and receive prizes.Higgs anticipates the 7th District Optimist Club will puton a tractor pull for the county’s youth as well.Of all the car shows throughout the summer, Higgsparticularly enjoys the Spring Fling because the squareshuts down and the entire show is held in one area.He’s noticed people travel from Pennsylvania,Virginia and even Myrtle Beach to see the vintageautomobiles.Sunday’s display will provide a “50s car culture” thatthe town has decided to utilize all weekend, according to RebeccaLira, St. Mary’s tourism coordinator – It is the marquee eventfor Steppin’ Out 50s weekendShe looks forward to the dining specials – especially 50s style cheeseburgers and milkshakes– around town, which people can take advantage of by printing out coupons off thecounty’s tourism website, along with the cinema Saturday showing of “American Graffiti”at the Dorsey building.Lira believes the “general retro scene” the town is featuring all weekend should beintriguing.As a member of the Leonardtown Business Association, Higgs jumped at the opportunityto get involved when Carolyn Laray, county’s tourism manager, brought the idea tohim.This year the car show will help Leonardtown businesses as well as raise money forlocal charities.“It’s just a lot of fun,” Higgs said of the Spring Fling – adding it’s a great chance toshow the old cars to kids and tell tales of “how it used to be.”The Spring Fling Car Show is scheduled to take place Sunday April 28 from 8 a.m. to4 p.m. The event is free to attend, but Higgs requests $2 be donated to hospice upon arrival.Steppin’ Out 50s weekend starts Friday.Go to visitstmarysmd.com to download coupons or receive additional information onany upcoming Steppin’ Out events.alexpanos@countytimes.netCOnGRATuLATiOnS LEOnARDTOwn!Maryland Life Magazine’s 2013 Free State’s Finest Winner for:Finest Historic TownFinest DowntownEditors Pick: Best Shopping Area

15 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteAPRIL 26 - 28SPRING FLING CAR SHOWFeaturing over 300 antiqueand classic cars, music,vendors, trivia contests andchildren’s activities.Sunday, 8 AM - 4 PMWEEKEND SAMPLER…BIG LARRY’S COMIC BOOK CAFÉDiner hats for the kids,classic burger and fries special.KEVIN’S CORNER KAFECoupons for crab cakesand steamed shrimp dining.CINEMA SATURDAYS FLICK“American Graffiti,” sponsoredby the Friends of theLeonardtown Theater.

The Calvert GazetteThursday, April 25, 2013 16The Calvert Gazette runs complimentaryobituaries as submitted by funeralhomes and readers. We run them in theorder we receive them. Any submissionsthat come to news@countytimes.net afternoon on Mondays may run in the followingweek’s edition.Vincent Goldsmith, 70Vincent Ballenger Goldsmith Jr., 70, ofPort Republic, died April 14 at Charles CountyNursing and Rehab in La Plata.He was born Dec. 5, 1942, in Washington,D.C. and graduated from Suitland High Schoolin 1960. He was raised in the Roman CatholicChurch.He was married to Peggy Goldsmith from1963-1973 and they had two sons, Vincent IIIand Robert. He met Audrey Niemeyer in 1988and they have been together since that time.He worked for several years repairing majorappliances and could fix just about anythingmechanical. In the early 70’s, he went into realestate, selling hundreds of new homes in St.Charles in Waldorf. After that he started ahome building business with his sons where hewent on to build new homes throughout SouthernMaryland.He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating,crabbing, poker, and trap shooting. He alsowas a licensed pilot and owned his own planeat one time. He was an avid Redskins fan andenjoyed cooking. But the thing he most lovedwas people. He would talk to anyone aboutanything at any time.He was preceded in death by his parents,Mildred and Vincent Goldsmith Sr., brotherMichael Goldsmith, and his youngest son,Robert Goldsmith.He is survived by his long-time partnerof 25 years, Audrey Niemeyer, her daughterBonnie Maurer and her grandson Teddy Blankenbaker(both of whom he loved as his own);also by his son Vincent III, grandson VincentIV, granddaughter Kody Michele, and he has athird grandchild due the middle of June.He is also survived by sisters Ann Morris,Mary Stone, Gloria Griffey, and NancyMullen and by brothers Wayne, David, andTommy Goldsmith, also by many nieces, nephews,cousins, and countless friends throughoutSouthern MarylandThe family received friends on April 20at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325, Mt. HarmonyLane, Owings, Md. with a memorial servicefollowing.Deborah Guyther, 62Deborah Jean Guyther,62, of Mechanicsville,Md., formerly ofEdgewater, Md., passedaway on April 14 at HospiceHouse of St. Mary’s.She was born onJan. 7, 1951 in Cheverly,Md., daughter of HildaM. (Jett) Catterton of UpperMarlboro, Md. and the late James VirgilCatterton Sr.Deborah worked as a cashier at McKaysin Charlotte Hall, Md., before becoming ill.She lived in Mechanicsville since 2001. Deborahenjoyed listening to country music, reading,and doing crossword puzzles.In addition to her father, Deborah is predeceasedby one of her brothers, James VirgilCatterton Jr.Deborah is survived by her loving husbandof 31 years, Charles H. “Buck” GuytherJr. of Mechanicsville, Md.; her son, ChristopherLee Guyther of Mechanicsville, Md.;her mother, Hilda Kearns of Prince Frederick,Md.; her siblings, Anna Young of Mechanicsville,Md., Wendy Cranford of ChesapeakeBeach, Md., and Clyde Catterton of Lothian,Md.; six nephews;one niece; and many other relatives andfriends.Family and friends were received forDeborah’s Life Celebration on April 17 atBrinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., CharlotteHall. There was a service on April 18 atthe funeral home. Pastor Ann Strickler willofficiate.In lieu of flowers, memorial donationsmay be made to: Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O.BOX 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (or) ACommunity That Shares, P.O. BOX 54, Bushwood,MD 20618.Joan Hutchins, 69Joan HanceHutchins, 69, of Venice,Fla. and a former residentof Calvert County, passedaway April 11 at BaltimoreWashington MedicalCenter in Glen Burnie,Md. She was born Feb.15, 1944 in Prince Frederickto Claude Youngand Mildred Agnes (Woodward) Hance. Joanwas raised in Prince Frederick and attendedWhere Life and Heritage are Celebratedwww.RauschFuneralHomes.comOwings8325 Mt. Harmony Lane410-257-6181During a difficulttime… still your best choice.Affordable Funerals, Caskets, Vaults,Cremation Services and Pre-Need PlanningFamily Owned and Operated byBarbara Rausch and Bill GrossPort Republic4405 Broomes Island Rd.410-586-0520Lusby20 American Lane410-326-9400Huntingtown Elementary, and Calvert Juniorand High Schools, graduating in 1962. Joanmarried Charles Reid Hutchins on Feb. 1, 1964and they lived in Bladensburg, Hyattsville,and then returned to Dunkirk until 1988. Theythen moved to Millersville until Mr. Hutchinsretired from the state police in 1993, and havesince lived in Venice, Fla. Joan was a homemaker,and was also employed as a clerk atNationwide Mutual Insurance in Annapolisand a secretary for Kelvin Hughes, a marinenavigation electronics company in Annapolis.Joan also worked for the Business Roundtablein Washington, D.C., was a rural letter carrierin Calvert County, and a human resourcesprogram instructor for the US Postal Servicefrom 1987 to 1990. Joan was a member of theAmerican Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Venice,Fla. She loved to travel with her husband, wasan avid genealogist, and also enjoyed boating,the Chesapeake Bay and gardening.Joan was preceded in death by her father,Claude Hance. She is survived by herhusband Charles Reid Hutchins, sons MichaelC. Hutchins of Ocean City and Stephen R.Hutchins and wife Mary of Arnold; grandchildrenJustin M. Hutchins of Venice, Fla., DavidJ. Hutchins of Arnold, and Megan M. Hutchinsof Glen Burnie; and a great-granddaughterMcKenna L. Montgomery. Also surviving areher mother Mildred Hance Stinchcomb and asister Janet Summerville, both of Millersville.Family and friends were received April16 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt.Harmony Lane, Owings. A funeral service andcelebration of Joan’s life was held April 17 at St.Paul’s Anglican Church in Crownsville. Intermentfollowed in Asbury Cemetery, Barstow,Md. In lieu of flowers, memorial donationsmay be made to the American Cancer Society,1041 Route 3 North, Gambrills, MD 21054 orAmerican Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216,Glen Allen, VA 23058. To leave condolencesvisit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.Clyde Mackall, 64Clyde J. Mackall,64, of Huntingtown,Md. passed away onApril 8 at GeorgetownUniversity Hospitalin Washington, D.C.Clyde Junior Mackallwas born May12, 1948 to the late ClydeJames Mackall and AlvertaMary (Gross) Mackall. Clyde attendedand received his education within the publicschool system of Calvert County, Md. Clydeworked as a laborer and performed carpentrywork for several construction companies duringhis life in Md. and Washington, D.C.Clyde loved and appreciated his children andwould talk to them when things were botheringthem. He never had any reserve in givingthem his opinion on things but he also let themknow that he was proud of them. He stressedto them the importance of saving and spendingwisely and also talked to them about hischildhood while growing up in Battlecreek,Md. He talked about how his mother andaunts, although they did not have much, helpedeach other and looked out for one another.He enjoyed fishing, crabbing, car racing, collectiblecars, baseball, softball, and wearing a nice hat.When you needed a laugh, Clyde definitelyknew how to make it possible and he hadwhat you could definitely call a “feistiness”and “spunk” about him. In the bible, it saysthat children should honor their motherand father, and that is what his children didand will continue to do. His life taught hischildren that in life hard times can come butwhen they do, never give up despite whatcomes your way and you can make it throughthose hard times because God will nevergive up on you and he’s always there for you.In 1970, Clyde married Judy Mackall (Morsell)and from this union they had four children:Lisa Mackall-Jones, Katina Mackall,Clyde Christopher Mackall, and Toby Mackall(Michelle). Clyde also leaves another son,Jamar Harrod; five sisters: Rosa Lee, Excella,and Carolyn Jones (Mackall), Laverne andDetris Johnson; eight brothers: Leroy, Kenneth,Troy, and Terrence Mackall, Lorraine,Tyrone, Vaughn, and Cornell Johnson; twoaunts, Celeste Mackall and Queenie Kyler; oneuncle, John Wesley Mackall Sr.; eight brothersin-law:Reginald Lane, Samuel Mackall, CraigMorsell (Francine), Lionel Morsell (Celeste),Thomas Morsell (Veronica), Ricky, Ronnie,and Kelvin Morsell of Sunderland, Md.; sixsisters-in-law: Virgie Williams, Lydia Brooks,Sharlyn Briscoe, Linda Wallace (Dennis), AllisonOfford (Marco), and Angela Morsell ofSunderland, Md.; two sons-in-Iaw, LavilleJones and Maurice Hill; nine grandchildren:Bianca, Kyra, Tiana, Karon, Ahmad, Mikayla,Toby Jr., Robert Jr., Thomas Harding; specialfriends Mark Willett, Robert Gross, MonroeGantt, Melvin White, Clifton Claggett,George Gross, Timothy Morsell, and a hostof nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.He was preceded in death by his motherAlverta Mary Mackall (Gross) and fatherClyde James Mackall, one sister Mary Lane,and one brother James (Jimmy) Mackall.Funeral service was held on April 15 atGreater Mt. Zion Church, Prince Frederick,Md. with Rev. Dante King officiating.The interment was at Chesapeake HighlandsMemorial Gardens, Port Republic, Md.The pallbearers were Mark Willett, RobertHarris, Timothy Butler, Delonte Morsell,Brian Savoy, and Gregory Murray.The honorary pallbearers were John Mackall,Donald Chew, Eric Jones, and Delwin Clark.Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell FuneralHome, Prince Frederick.William Smith, 95William ThomasSmith Jr., 95, of Huntingtown,Md. passed awayon April 6 at his residence.He was affectionatelyknown as Son, Pops,Sonny, Pop-Pop, Daddy,Grand Daddy, GrandPop, and Grandpa.William was bornSept. 29, 1917, to the late William ThomasSmith Sr. and Gertrude IsabellaBaden Smith in Bristol, Md. He attendedAnne Arundel County Public Schools.William was united in marriage to AlfredaIrene Carter on Oct. 20, 1942, and out of thisunion came ten children. During the early daysof their 70 years of marriage, he worked andplayed baseball for a number of teams includingthe Owings Eagles. Son was scouted formajor league baseball but instead he chose towork and provide for his family. He instilledthose same values into his grandchildren andgreat-grandchildren, many of which carryon this tradition and love of baseball today.William’s strong work ethic began as a youngsterwhen he worked in a country store. He laterworked as a truck driver and as a school busdriver where he met his future wife Alfreda.Son worked for Kay Jewelers’ ConstructionCompany for many years and from there begana career with the Prince George’s CountySchool Board until his retirement in 1986.He was an excellent farmer and one of his fa-

17 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert Gazettevorite past times was gardening. Every year heplanted a garden that he shared with family andfriends, and was meticulous about its upkeep.Pop-Pop thoroughly enjoyed spending time withhis 21 grandchildren, and they all cherished theirtime with him. He also loved to play the lottery!Son leaves to cherish his memories his devotedwife, Alfreda; six sons: Calvin, Alfred (Helen),Carl (Terisita), Wendell (Barbara), Roy, andMaurice (Patty); four daughters: Joan, Peggy(Donald), Darlene (Michael), and Katherleen(Kerry); five sisters: Ella, Mary, Matilda, Isabella,and Alice (Edward); 21 grandchildren;31 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter;a host of nieces and nephews; andmany, many relatives and friends. He was precededin death by his parents William Sr. and IsabellaSmith; sisters Ellen Jones and Edna Mackall;brothers James, Eugene, Richard and CalvertSmith; son-in-law Robert Carter Sr.; and greatgrandsonsDeonta Smith and Jayshawn Ford.Funeral service was held on April 13 atGreater Mt. Zion Church, Prince Frederick,Md. with Elder Darnell Easton officiating.The interment was at Mt. Hope UMChurch Cemetery, Sunderland, Md.The pallbearers were Tony T. Smith Sr., DarrinSmith Sr., Tony R. Smith, Maurice SmithSr., William A. Smith Jr., and Robert Carter Jr.The honorary pallbearers were Royce Smith,Ricky Smith, Eric Young Sr., Kenny Smith,George R. Smith Jr., and Felbert Jones Sr.Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell FuneralHome, Prince Frederick, Md.Mike Emory Jr., 41Randy Michael“Mike” Emory Jr., wasborn on Nov. 16, 1971 toElla Maxine Emory andRandy Michael Emory,Kings Mountain, N.C. Hedeparted this life on April15 at Georgetown UniversityHospital at the age of 41.Mike enjoyed allsports and played soccer, basketball, and footballwhile in junior high and high school. Whileyoung, Mike traveled with his parents to Hawaii,Fort Bliss, Texas, Fort Benning, Ga., and FortBelvoir, Va. It was in Hawaii that Mike fell inlove with the beach. While at Fort Belvoir, Mikeworked at the golf course where he developedhis passion for golf. This became a bond sharedby Mike and his dad, and they often played inManassas, Fort Belvoir, Andrews Air ForceBase and other courses. Mike graduated in 1989from Hayfield High School in Alexandria, Va.and then lived with friends at the Mount VernonSquare apartments. Mike attended services atCalvert Road Baptist Church in Alexandria, Va.Mike was employed by the U.S. Census Bureau.Mike began his career in the federal governmentin 2010, when he joined the AdministrativeManagement Systems Division’s CustomerSupport Branch.He worked as an IT Specialist on the CommerceBusiness System Help Desk. He had previouslyworked as a contractor for the FederalWorking Group on the 2010 Decennial CensusHelp Desk. Mike was known for his outstandingcustomer service skills and his willingnessto help everyone. He enjoyed golfing and was amember of the Census Golf Team. Prior to workingat Census, Mike worked for Capital City Adjustmentsand Interstate Recovery Service.Other then Mike’s special love for golf, heenjoyed playing pool, fast cars, poker, the NorthCarolina Tar Heels and especially the WashingtonRedskins. He enjoyed participating in allof these activities while hanging out with hisfriends. Mike’s first car was a restored 1966 V8Mustang. Then he had a 1986 5.0 Liter GT Mustangwhich he painted canary yellow. Rememberingthat 1986 Mustang, Mike just recentlypurchased a 1986 Fox Body 5.0 Liter Mustang.While playing pool, he met his wife KimberlyAnne in January of 2006. They were inseparablefrom that point on. They were marriedon July 20, 2007. Mike was like a big teddy bear,very loving and caring and supportive. Kimand Mike enjoyed traveling together. They tookmany trips to Ocean City, Md. as well as Cancun,Mexico, North Carolina, Georgia and Floridawhere they visited Disney World, Sea Worldand Animal Kingdom. Mike enjoyed the annualcamping trips they had with friends. On Nov.11, 2009, Mike and Kim had their beautiful sonChase, now three years old and the love of theirlife. Mike enjoyed playing games with Chase,doing puzzles, teaching his son how to dip Oreocookies along with many other things. Chase ishis pride and joy. Mike did his best to make sureKim and Chase had everything they needed andwanted. Kim and Chase could not have askedask for a better husband and daddy.Mike leaves to cherish his memory: hiswife Kimberly Anne and son Chase Michael.His motherElla Maxine Carroll and Earnie Carroll.His father Randy Michael Emory and KarenEmory. SisterSusan Emory O’Neill, half sisters Meganand Katie Emory and half brother RandyShannon Anthony. Also a host of relatives andfriends.Mike is preceded in death by his grandmother,Lucille Long Emory, with whom he hada close and loving relationship.Friends were received on April 20 at EmmanuelBaptist Church, 3800 Old Town Road,Huntingtown.In lieu of flowers, contributions can bemade to Kim for a memorial bench in NorthBeach, Md. with an engraved plaque honoringMike. Kim and Chase often walk the boardwalkon North Beach and this is a special place forthem, where they can keep Mike’s memory foreverin their hearts.Ella Mae Raysinger, age 84Ella Mae Raysinger,age 84, of Huntingtownpassed away April 20 ather residence. She was bornNov. 29, 1928 in Baltimoreto Joseph A. and Ella May(Davern) Raysinger. Ellawas raised in Baltimore andwas a 1946 graduate of SetonHigh School. Ella wasemployed as a receptionist with the law firm ofOber, Kaler, Grimes and Shriver in Baltimoreuntil retiring in 1993. She moved to Huntingtownin 1995.Ella was a member of Jesus the DivineWord Parish and was active in the Sodality andSeniors Club. She was very charitable to othersand was known as the dime lady to the childrenof the parish. She did volunteer work with CatholicCharities and their food pantry. She was also amember of the American Legion Stallings – WilliamsPost 206 Ladies Auxiliary. Ella enjoyedkeeping in touch with her classmates from highschool and attending the reunions.Ella was preceded in death by her parentsand four brothers Louis A., Paul L., Joseph A., Jr.and Lawrence Raysinger. Surviving is her sisterRose Lee Jackson of Huntingtown.Friends called on April 23 at Jesus the DivineWord Parish, 885 Cox Road, Huntingtown,where a mass of Christian burial was celebrated.Friends were also be received on at McCully-Polyniak Funeral Home, 237 E. Patapsco Avenue,Brooklyn, Md. Interment will be held 10:30a.m. on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at New CathedralCemetery, Baltimore. Memorial contributionsmay be made to a charity of your choice.10th PlaceHughesvilleErica Wall - OwingsLook Out for OurNext Contest inthe May 2nd Issue!WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN MAY 9THJUST IN TIME FORMOTHER’S DAY!GREAT PRIZESFOR MOMS!Southern Maryland PublishingThe County Times & Calvert Gazette301-373-412543251 Rescue Lane, Hollywood MD 20636jennifer@somdpublishing.netwww.countytimes.netYour Online Community forCharles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s CountiesNew to the area? 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The Calvert GazetteThursday, April 25, 2013 18Budd’s Creek, MDCommunityMore Recycled Art to ViewPotomac Speedway and Budweiserare honored to host the1St AnnuAlErniE JonES MEMoriAl3 StAte FlyerS eventSaturday night - April 27, 2013MAIN EVENT: The 35 Lap Open Tirewill pay $3222 to the winner($200 donated from T.W. Bentley)sEVErAL AddITIONAL bONusEs:driver setting the fastest time will receive a$200 bonus Courtesy of Three Mules Welding supplyLeader of lap 22 will receive $100 Courtesy of bill & dan22nd place finisher will receive$100 Courtesy of ronnie & denise Hollidge22nd fastest qualifier will receive$100 courtesy of roy Anderson2nd place finisher will receive$100 Courtesy of Cameron ConstructionAnyone wanting to add to the bonusesplease contact Denise at 301-481-8855The super Late Models will run 2 time trial laps to set thefield for the 10 lap heat races. If a field of more than 24cars are present we will run a consolation race to set the24 car field. All cars will receive 150 bonus points towardsPotomac’s points system, along with 3 State Flyer points.By Joany NazdinContributing WriterIf you want to see recycled art, then besure to catch Patuxent Habitat for Humanity’sRecycled Art Show and Benefit Auctionon May 3 from 6 to 9 p.m.This is the fifth year the group has hadthe recycled art show, and this year the auctionwill feature works from over 40 artists,including 16 returning artists.Local artist and Neighborhood RevitalizationInitiative Coordinator for PatuxentHabitat for Humanity Colleen Johnson-Malebranche has spent 20 hours of her freetime on art for the show, making a clock outof wooden pallets and a mosaic candle lanternwith a St. Mary’s theme out of stainedglass.“We do the show to support the missionof Habitat for Humanity,” Johnson-Malebranche said. “We help low to moderateincome families obtain a home.”Johnson-Malebranche designed herSouthern Maryland themed candle lanternwith Black-eyed Susans, an F-18 fighterjet, a sailboat and a lighthouse on the sides.When lit, the candle makes the stained glassglow with a warm radiance.“I think the items I picked to representSt. Mary’s County are apropos,” Johnson-Malebranche said. “The crab designs areeverywhere, I picked things that are not soblatantly about Southern Maryland.”Johnson-Malebranche made a largeclock out of wooden shipping pallets, whichturned out to be quite lovely, but hard work.“I had to break the pallets apart first,”Johnson-Malebranche said. “Then I had tosand the heavy oak wood down. I paintedit white, and did a fleur-de-lis as a designitem, so it appears to be something classic.”Johnson-Malebranche added that althoughshe is the only employee donatingart this year, in past years many employeeshave done so. Johnson-Malebranche wantedeveryone to know that the volunteersfor Habitat for Humanity were essential inplanning this year’s event.“The volunteers in the past five yearshave committed their time, talents andgoods to ensure the art show is a success.Our volunteers are part of the planningcommittee and provide hours and hours ofPhotos by Andy PhillipsColleen Johnson-Malebranchetheir time to Patuxent Habitat for Humanityas well as our events,” Johnson-Malebranchesaid in an e-mail,The artists for the show work with materialsthat they get from the ReStore. Theitems are all donated materials, which get achance for a second life.“I am impressed that artists take whatlooks like an object that may have no useand turn it into a beautiful work of art,”Johnson-Malebranche said.“This is my first time selling art at alive auction,” Johnson-Malebranche said. “Iam a little nervous, but very excited. I justwhat everyone to come and see what the artistscan do,”If you decide to go, the Recycled ArtShow and Benefit Auction is May 3 from 6to 9 p.m. at the Crossroad Christian Church,105 Ball Road, St. Leonard, Md. Ticketsare $25 and available online at www.patuxenthabitat.orgor at the Lexington ParkReStore.Also on tap for the nights events will be theStreet Stocks, Hobbystocks and The Potomac/WinchesterU-Car Shoot-out. All U-Car drivers will receive150 bonus points for their tracks points system.Pit entrAnCe: $30AdUlt generAl AdmiSSion: $15SeniorS And militAry: $13Children 12 And Under:frEE To THE grAnDSTAnD ArEAgates Willopen at 4 pmWarm-Ups: 6:30The green flagWill Waveat 7 pmFor more information call the speedway office at 301-884-4200or email Denise Hollidge at denisehollidge@yahoo.comAntique& CollectableFriday, April 26th 6 p.m.GeneralEstate AuctionFriday, May 3rd 6 p.m.AntiqueVehicle AuctionSaturday, May 4th 10 a.m.1918 Model T, One Ton TruckSee our web site for more info!Grocery AuctionSaturday, May 4th 4 p.m.AnnualMother’s DayNurseryStockAuctionSaturday,May 11th 4 p.m.Chesapeake Auction HouseSt. Leonard, MD 20685 • 410-586-1161 • chesapeakeauctionhouse.com

19 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteCommunityBy Sarah MillerStaff WriterRadio HostRaises Money for VetsLocal radio celebrity Ripley with WMDM 97.7 The Rocketridesagain – this time for Southern Maryland Battle Buddies.Southern Maryland Battle Buddies is run out of Prince Frederick.Ripley contacted Battle Buddies Founder Al Brewster a monthago about the ride benefiting the organization.The All American Chapter of the Harley Owner's Group donated$1,000 and the event itself, in addition to fundraising activities atthe Open House at All American Harley-Davidson, raised $970. Ripleyand his wife gave $30 to make the count an even $1,000, making$2,000 the total raised for Southern Maryland Battle Buddies.The money will go toward program needs, purchasing a newphone, upgrading materials and finding new ways to serve veterans.Volunteers with Battle Buddies participate in a 35-hour trainingcourse. More important than the training is the desire to serve veterans,Brewster said. He met a realtor and a mortgage broker who collaboratedto help a veteran find a place to live and the means to afford it.“It’s intense work,” Brewster said.Ripley wants to do two rides per year, one in spring and theother in fall. Saturday’s event was the second Ride with Ripley. Thefirst was in September 2012. Ripley chose Battle Buddies becauseit is a locally based program to support veterans and their families.Similar programs, such as Wounded Warriors, are well known andCreative Ways to Help PlanetPhotos by Corrin HoweAt the Fifth Annual Green Expo in Annmarie Gardens this weekend, NancyMurphy, Green Team leader at Appeal Elementary, educated visitors to thebenefits of composting with worms.Photo courtesy of Tony Stoutreceive monies from several sources, but smaller organizations maynot be as lucky, he said.Ripley intends to continue using Ride with Ripley to benefitSouthern Maryland.sarahmiller@countytimes.netMelody Weed stands by her display of stained glass windows made entirelyfrom broken glass. Her work is different from most stained glass because shekept the textures, prints and protruding pieces.Master Gardner’s Annual Sale, FairPrescriptionDrugTakeBack DayThe local Prescription Drug AbuseAbatement Council headed by the CalvertAlliance Substance Abuse, Inc.and its partnering agencies will sponsora countywide prescription medicationdrop-off event in conjunction with DrugEnforcement Agency’s National “Take-Back” Day on Saturday, April 27 from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The drop off locationsare:Calvert County Sheriff’s Office,Prince FrederickMt. Hope Community Center,SunderlandNortheast Community Center,Chesapeake BeachSouthern Community Center,LusbyEach day, approximately, 2,500teens use prescription drugs to get highfor the first time according to the Partnershipfor a Drug Free America. Studiesshow that a majority of abused prescriptiondrugs are obtained from family andfriends, including the home medicinecabinet. “Calvert County is not immunefrom this national epidemic and thecouncil works intently to raise awarenessof this issue and provide alternative disposalmethods for residents,” stated CandiceD’Agostine, Coordinator, CalvertAlliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc.Calvert County’s drop-off eventcoincides with the Drug EnforcementAgency’s National Take-Back day takingplace across the country on April 27.“The Prescription Drug AbuseAbatement Council will continue tosponsor local events to help keep unusedprescription medications out of the handsof our teens and young adults,” statedSheriff Mike Evans.By working with its communitypartners, the Prescription Drug AbuseAbatement Council looks forward tohelping reduce the misuse and abuse ofprescription drugs. For more information,contact the Calvert Alliance AgainstSubstance Abuse, Inc. at 410-535-FREE.The Calvert County Master Gardener’s (CCMG) AnnualPlant Sale and Gardening Fair will be held Saturday,May 4 from 8 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of the CommunityResources Building, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick,across from the Prince Frederick Post Office. The plant salewill be held rain or shine.The annual plant sale funds CCMG projects includingthe award winning "Garden Smarter" educational seriespresented at the Prince Frederick public library, the DemonstrationGardens at the Community Resources Building,and the Bay-Wise yard visitation and certification program.The plant sale proceeds are also used to provide theresources for CCMGs to have information booths at: GreenExpo, the Patuxent River Appreciation Days, and the CalvertCounty Fair Youth Day where they give away nativeplants and bulbs and demonstrate salad boxes to help educatecounty residents about the benefits of gardening. Proceedsare also used to fund beautification of public spacesincluding the Solomon’s river walk and the containers surroundingthe Prince Frederick Library.University of Maryland Extension programs are opento all citizens and will not discriminate against anyone becauseof race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physicalor mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin,marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation,or gender identity and expression.This year’s plant sale will feature hundreds of plantsgrown by Master Gardener’s including perennials, herbs,annuals, heirloom vegetables and native plants. While at thesale, get answers to your gardening questions and adviceabout plants suitable for your yard. There will also be plantingactivities for children.In addition to plant sales, there will be opportunitiesfor attendees to consult with Master Gardeners who willshare their specialized knowledge with a Salad Box Demonstrationat 8:30 a.m., a Grow It Eat it Lecture at 9 a.m. anda Composting Demonstration at 9:30 a.m.

The Calvert GazetteThursday, April 25, 2013 20The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature!To submit art or band information for our entertainment section,e-mail sarahmiller@countytimes.net.EntertainmentCalendarThursday, April 25• Justin MylesTequila Grill & Cantina (30320 TriangleDrive, Charlotte Hall) – 7 p.m.By Alex PanosStaff WriterSouthern Maryland Jam BandThe Mike Starkey Band brings a unique style of blues andclassic rock to the band scene in Southern Maryland.Most of their set list is drawn from the late 1960s and early1970s that people are not used to hearing local groups cover; theycover artists such as Eric Clapton and Carlos Santana in additionto mixing in a few original songs.“It’s a little conglomeration of everything,” Mike Starkey,guitarist, summed up, adding the music is geared towards people35 and older because they are likely to recall when the songs werejust released and at the top of the music charts.Starkey added, the group is “not the normal 80s rock band,”because along with the unique set, which gets a lot of positivefeedback from the audience, the band puts their own style on thesongs – often playing songs differently each time they perform.A self-proclaimed “jam band,” Mike Starkey group willadd and subtract wrinkles to the songs unique to each show, andpeople that listen to them play one night could listen to an entirelydifferent show the next, Starkey said.If one person is having a particularly great night playing,they could just “go and go” playing riff after riff, Starkey said.“It keeps us fresh on our toes,” Starkey, who has four decadesof experience playing the guitar, said, “and we enjoy that.”At 23-years-old, lead guitarist Barry Grubbs is about 30years younger than the rest of his band mates, and he occasionallyadds hints of more modern rock into the jam bands shows.Despite being younger than the rest of the group, Starkeysaid Grubbs’ style fits right in.“He loves the classic music as much as the rest of us do,”Starkey said.The group is rounded out by Kevin Herren on drums andBrian Sullivan on bass.All four members contribute to the vocal work.Starkey had been playing for four years with Herren as anacoustic duo, and the four-piece band formed in December.After Starkey recruited his band mates through local openmic nights and throughout Southern Maryland, they began per-Barry Grubs on guitarforming for small crowds on weekends when guys did not haveother gigs already lined up.Starkey met Grubbs where he currently teaches music – Everettstudio.“It just started sounding good and everybody kind of likedit,” Starkey said.Before they knew it, the group became a full-blown band.He believes the crowd enjoys their performances because inaddition to the music, the group members “clown around” andare animated on stage, which creates a more lively and energeticatmosphere.Starkey explained, If the band is having fun, more than likelyeveryone else is too.“We just have fun with it,” he concluded.alexpanos@countytimes.net• StereocaseRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.Firday, April 26• Stereo CaseToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell DeanRoad, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.• Swamp CandyRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 8 p.m.• Angie MillerRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 6 p.m.• Steppin Out in Leonardtown– Fabulous Fifties Weekend April26-28Town square, Leonardtown – 5 p.m.Saturday, April 27• Kappa Danielson and Paul LarsonThe Westlawn Inn (9200 ChesapeakeAvenue, North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.• Don’t Call Me ShirleyToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell DeanRoad, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.• Mike ButlerRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 12 p.m.• R&R TrainGridiron Grill (20855 Callaway VillageWay, Callaway) – 9 p.m.Sunday, April 28• Charles ThompsonToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell DeanRoad, Hollywood) – 3 p.m.Mike Starkey plays guitar and harmonicaKevin Herren on drums• Radio CarolineRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 1 p.m.Monday, April 29• Superheroes of Southern MarylandStar Wars NightTequila Grill & Cantina (30320 TriangleDrive, Charlotte Hall) – 5 p.m.Tuesday, April 30• Cantina TriviaTequila Grill & Cantina (30320 TriangleDrive, Charlotte Hall) – 7:30p.m.• Justin MylesRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 7 p.m.Wednesday, May 1•Open Mic Night with Mike DamronToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell DeanRoad, Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.

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Several homes (families) at theend of Clarks Mill Road in Hollywoodwill have tables set up with Yard Saletreasures, ranging from tools to householdgoods. Begins at 8am. Route 235 toMervell Dean. Turn onto Clarks MillRoad, and go 2.5 hiles to end of the street.Look for signs!EstatE and YardsalEsat. apr 27th 7 am – noon22938 Gunston drive, lex. Park, Mdantiques, collectables, vases,glassware, clothing, tv tubes,Christmas items, furniture and more!TEL: 301-373-4125 • FAX: 301-373-4128 • cindijordan@countytimes.net

Out & AboutThe Calvert GazetteCommunity EventsThursday, April 25, 2013 22Friday, April 26• St. Maries Musica PerformanceHistoric St. Mary’s City Restored Chapel,7 p.m.St. Maries Musica will be singing ourinaugural concert in the Restored Brick Chapelat Historic St. Mary’s City. Come hear ussing in this acoustically unique environment!Saturday, April 27• Southern Maryland Audubon SocietyField TripSmallwood State Park, 2750 Sweden PointRd., Marbury, 8 a.m. to noon.The trip is titled “Multi-Habitat Birding”and will be led by Lynne Wheeler9301751-8097, comstockel@aol.com). Noreservations are required for this trip andyouths are especially welcome. The parkmeeting location will be posted at the entrancegate.• The Life of a WomanAll Saints Church, intersection Rte 2 and 4,Sunderland, 7:30 p.m.Patuxent Voices performs The Life ofa Woman in their annual spring concert.The Life of a Woman moves from childhoodthrough to the “wisdom years” offeringample opportunity to showcase the swingingpop tunes and beautiful harmonies PatuxentVoices is known for.Check the website for details, www.patuxentvoices.org.• Plant the TownNorth Beach Welcome Center, 8 a.m. to 1p.m.Please join us for the 6th annual Plantthe Town, beach cleanup, and marsh cleanup.Meet at the Welcome Center at 8 a.m., wherewe will be planting the flower beds alongBay Avenue. Once again, Comcast volunteerswill be joining us, as well as the NorthBeach House & Garden Club, The Red Hatters,and the Boys & Girls Club. Comcast isvery excited to be a part of this communityevent and has designated the Boys & GirlsClub as their charity of choice! Please preregisterby calling Town Hall at 410-257-9618or 301-855-6681. You may also register at theWelcome Center on the day of the event.Sunday, April 28• Family Fun DayMechanicsville Moose Lodge, 27636 MechanicsvilleRd., Mechanicsville,11 a.m. to5 p.m.The Hot Steppers present Family FunDay to benefit Relay for Life. The event providesface painting, vendors, moon bounce,raffles, Magic Man Reggie Rice, SouthernMd. Super Heroes, and local bands. Theevent is $10 for adults, $5 for children, andfree for 5 and under.• The Life of a WomanOur Lady Star of the Sea in Solomons, 3p.m.Patuxent Voices performs The Life of aWoman in their annual spring concert. TheLife of a Woman moves from childhoodthrough to the “wisdom years” offering ampleopportunity to showcase the swingingpop tunes and beautiful harmonies PatuxentVoices is known for.Check the website for details, www.patuxentvoices.org.• The Oyster Question:Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 SolomonsIsland Road, Solomons, Exhibition BuildingAuditorium, 3 p.m.Dr. Christine Keiner will discuss hermuch-lauded book, The Oyster Question:Scientists, Watermen, and the MarylandChesapeake Bay since 1880. Dr. Keiner’soutlook challenges standard interpretationsof the local oyster fishery as the epitome ofthe “tragedy of the commons.” The lecturewill be followed by a brief questions andanswers, and autographed copies of TheOyster Question will be available for salein the Museum Store. Christine Keiner is anassociate professor in the Science, Technology,and Society/Public Policy Departmentat Rochester Institute of Technology. Freeand open to the public.• SMILE Benefit ConcertOur Lady Star of the Sea Church, Solomon’sIsland, 3 p.m.St. Maries Musica and Patuxent Voiceswill perform at the SMILE Benefit Concert.Monday, April 29• Monday Memories TourJefferson Patterson Park and Museum,10515 Mackall Road, St. LeonardThe public is invited to free MondayMemories guided tours of Point Farm, locatedat JPPM in St. Leonard. All are welcomedto enjoy the memories of CalvertCounty, the Patterson family, JPPM or thosewho once worked on the land that is nowJPPM. Visitors may share stories or simplyenjoy the tour and listen to the memories ofothers. Point Farm was the country retreatof the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson Patterson.In 1983, Mrs. Patterson donated the propertyto the state in honor of her late husband,creating JPPM. The tour highlights thisbeautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick houseand gardens designed by noted female architectsGertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely.For more information, call 410-586-8562 orgo to www.jefpat.org.• St. Maries Musica PerformanceFirst Saint’s Community Church, 25550Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, 7 p.m.The 4th and 5th grade chorus of LeonardtownElementary School will be joiningSt. Maries Musica.Friday, May 3• The Life of a WomanThe Calvert Marine Museum, 7 p.m.Patuxent Voices performs The Life of aWoman in their annual spring concert. TheLife of a Woman moves from childhoodthrough to the “wisdom years” offering ampleopportunity to showcase the swingingpop tunes and beautiful harmonies PatuxentVoices is known for.Check the website for details, www.patuxentvoices.org.• Annmarie After HoursAnnmarie Gardens, 13480 Dowell, Dowell,6 to 9 p.m.Annmarie Sculpture Garden & ArtsCenter (Annmarie Garden) celebrates the4th annual Fairies in the Garden Exhibitof 60 fairy and gnome homes, created bymembers of the community. The entire collectionof the 2013 fairy and gnome homeswill be indoors for this magical event andwill later be placed outdoors, in and aroundthe trees and woods of the Annmarie SculptureGarden. Activities will include livemusic by Tom Pillion, a magical mysteryraffle, dressing up opportunities, a silentauction of select fairy and gnome homes,and coloring pages. Please make time toenjoy this delightful evening and bring theentire family; all ages are welcome. Fairiesand gnomes will be present at the gallery aswell – perhaps you will be lucky to see one.This is one of the few opportunities to seethe entire fairy and gnome home collectionin one location…before they are pepperedthroughout Annmarie Garden and inhabitedpermanently by summer fairies andgnomes. Annmarie After Hours is a casualevening of art, magic, wine, beer, and lighthor d’oeurves. Maryland Country Catererswill be supplying delicious appetizers andTom Pillion will be playing acoustic guitar.Admission is free for Members, $5.00for non-members. This event is open to allages. The Gift Shop at Annmarie will beopen during the event; please peruse theeclectic mix of merchandise. For more informationvisit www.annmariegarden.orgor call: 410-326-4640.Saturday, May 4• Calvert County Master Gardener’s AnnualPlant Sale and Gardening FairCommunity Resources Building ParkingLot, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick, 8a.m. to noonThe annual plant sale funds CCMGprojects including the award winning “GardenSmarter” educational series presentedat the Prince Frederick public library, theDemonstration Gardens at the CommunityResources Building, and the Bay-Wise yardvisitation and certification program.In addition to plant sales, there willbe opportunities for attendees to consultwith Master Gardeners who will share theirspecialized knowledge with a Salad BoxDemonstration at 8:30 a.m., a Grow It Eatit Lecture at 9 a.m. and a Composting Demonstrationat 9:30 a.m.Thursday, April 25• Kids Just Want to Have Fun!Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 2 to3 p.m.Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rdgrade. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.• Music Open MicCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 7 to8:30 p.m.Bring your guitar, drums, ukulele, lyrics, poetry orwhatever to share some music! Or just come to listen! Signup for a 10-minute spot if you want to perform. Please register.410-535-0291 or 301-855-186.Friday, April 26• On Pins & NeedlesCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 1 to4 p.m.Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting,or other project for an afternoon of conversation and sharedcreativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.Library EventsSaturday, April 27• PlaytimeCalvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and ChaneyvilleRoad, Owings), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.Playtime is learning and discovery time for you andyour child. Engage in interactive play, connect with otherparents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-batteryoperated toy to share. No registration. For ages birththrough 5 years old. 410-257-2101.• PlaytimeCalvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road,Chesapeake Beach), 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.Playtime is learning and discovery time for you andyour child. Engage in interactive play, connect with otherparents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-batteryoperated toy to share. No registration. For ages birththrough 5 years old. 410-257-2411.• PlaytimeCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 11 to11:30 a.m.Playtime is learning and discovery time for you andyour child. Engage in interactive play, connect with othercaregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toyto share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 yearsold. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.Monday, April 29• Monday Morning Movies & MoreCalvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 10 to11 a.m.Bring the little ones for movies and a story. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.• Kids Just Want to Have Fun!Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 6:30to 7:30 p.m.Reading, discussion and projects for children in K - 3rdgrade. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.Tuesday, April 30• School’s Out! Wii Gamin’!Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 2 to3:30 p.m.Join us to play Nintendo Wii! All ages are welcome!410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

23 Thursday, April 25, 2013The Calvert GazetteBlue Crabs Unveil Top Promotion of 2013Sp rtsNo.’s 5-1 Has Everything from “Red,White & Blue Crabs” to the All-Star CelebrationFeaturing “Circurious” and the 2013 AtlanticLeague All-Star GameNo. 5 – Sunday, Sept. 15 – Fan AppreciationNight, Chick-fil-A Backfin BuddiesKids Club “Free Ticket Sunday,” Post-GameFireworks: It’s our turn to say thank you tothe most important Blue Crabs, the fans! OnSunday, September 15, the Blue Crabs hosttheir annual fan appreciation night during thelast home game of the regular season with aspecial 5:05 p.m. start time. Get ready to bethanked in the perfect way with freebies andpost-game fireworks! This Sunday is also aBackfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday”for all kids club participants, in which allThe Mickey Thompson TiresMIROCK Superbike Series is headedto Maryland International Racewayfor the first MIROCK event of theyear in Maryland at the Fast by GastSpring Nationals on April 26-28,2013.The event will feature OrientExpress Pro Street, DME RacingReal Street, Trac King Clutches TopSportsman, Crazy 8’s, Louis Concrete4.60 Index, FBR Shop 5.60Index, Fast by Gast Pro E.T., andBrock’s Performance Street E.T.The event will also include GrudgeRacing, and the “Afterdark Underground”two-hour grudge programon Saturday night. All bikes musthave 2-inch ground clearance, andall ET classes, index classes, andpro classes must have rear brakes.Grudge bikes do not need rear brakes.The event will also host a vendormidway full of motorcycle parts,apparel, and accessories. So head toMaryland International Raceway foran exciting weekend of motorcycleaction.Friday Schedule:Gates Open .............................................. 9 a.m.Racer Parking ........................ 9 a.m. to 11p.m.Early Bird Testing($100 per bike) ...................... 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tech Inspection ............................. 6 to 11 p.m.Test & Tune ($25 per bike) ....... 6:30 to 11p.m.Close Gates ............................................ 11 p.m.Saturday Schedule:Gates Open .............................................. 8 a.m.Tech & Registration ............... 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Sportsman Qualifier #1 ............... 9 to 11 a.m.Sportsman Qualifier #2 ...... 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Pro & Grudge Qualifier #1 ................... 1 p.m.E.T. Eliminations .................................... 2 p.m.Pro & Grudge Qualifier #2 ................... 4 p.m.Pro & Grudge Qualifier #3 ................... 7p.m.Afterdark UndergroundStarts After E.T. FinalsSunday Schedule:Gates Open ............................................... 8 a.m.Tech & Registration ................ 8 a.m. to noonChurch Service ..................................... 8:30amSportsman Time Run .............. 9 to 11:30 a.m.Pro Eliminations ............................. 11:30 a.m.E.T. & Sportsman Eliminations ............ noonmembers get into every Sunday home gameduring the season for free. Each member willhave a chance to ride the bumper boats andplay in the Blue Crabs Kids Zone for free, runthe bases after the game and even watch thelast fireworks show of the season from thefield on this select Sunday in September.MIROCK - Fast by GastSpring NationalsAdmission:3-Day Pass .............................................. $452-Day Pass .............................................. $351-Day Pass .............................................. $20Kids 6-11 (Per Day) ................................ $5Parking:Car VIP Parking (Pit Parking) ........... $10Bike VIP Parking (Pit Parking) ........ FreePromoter:Jason Miller may be reached at301-884-9833 or jmiller@mirdrag.comTrack Information:Track Office: 301-884-9833Dragline: 301-884-RACETrack Fax: 301-884-9878GPS Address:Maryland International Raceway27861 Budds Creek RoadMechanicsville, MD 20659Website: www.mirockracing.comNo. 4 – Thursday, July 4 – “Red, White& Blue Crabs” Celebration, T-Shirt Giveaway,Wings & Beer Thursday Night, Post-Game Fireworks: Come to the ballpark onJuly 4 to celebrate the Fourth of July with theBlue Crabs and don’t forget to rock the red,white and blue! The first 1,000 fans in attendancewill also receive a free T-Shirt presentedby Community Bank of Tri-County. Andwhat’s the best way to celebrate IndependenceDay, but with some good, old grillin’ asfans can also fill-up on unlimited wings andbeer for two hours before opening pitch as theBlue Crabs continue “Wing & Beer ThursdayNight,” presented by Foster’s Grille for a $27value. Don’t forget to stay for the Fourth ofJuly fireworks extravaganza post-game to reallyget you in the mood!No. 3 – Wednesday, April 24 – OpeningNight With Special Guest Al “The Bee”Bumbry, Magnet Schedule Giveaway, SeasonTicket Holder Wednesday, Post-GameFireworks Presented by Wawa: We’re bringingclassic back to Opening Day as SouthernMaryland finally opens the gates to fans forthe first time at Regency Furniture Stadiumthis season in a traditional baseball atmosphere.The first 1,000 fans will be welcomedback to the ballpark as they’re handed a magnetschedule presented by Community Bankof Tri County. The festivities will continuefrom there with local entertainment featuredthroughout the game and a special appearanceby Orioles alumni, Al “The Bee” Bumbry. It’salso a chance for season ticket holders to getthe perks of being a valued team supporteras part of “Season Ticket Holder WednesdayNight.” Don’t forget, we’ll have post-gamefireworks too, because it isn’t baseball if thereare no fireworks!No. 2 – Tuesday, July 9 – SPECIALEVENT, All-Star Celebration Featuring “Circurious”:Beginning on Tuesday, July 9, fanswill be able to kick-off 48 hours of non-stopfun at Regency Furniture Stadium with thelive show “Circurious” appearing on a giantstage set-up in the infield of the ballpark. TheSpring TrucklOadSale!May 3rd, May 4th, and May 5thHere are JuST a FeWOF THe Sale priceS:HAVE A PROBLEM WITHYOUR POOL? WE CAN HELP!TROUBLESHOOTING/FREE ESTIMATES**SCHEDULE YOUR POOL OPENINGSERVICE CONTRACTS AREOUR SPECIALTYVACATION MAINTENANCEPLANS AVAILABLEREPAIRS/ESTIMATES/SERVICE CALLScelebration will begin at 6:30 p.m. and willfeature a festive atmosphere complete withfood, acts, and strolling performers. In additionthere will be a dueling piano performanceby Bobby McKeys. “Circurious” will take themain stage at 8:00 p.m., followed by an unbelievablefireworks show. Fans attending theAll-Star Celebration presented by Turkey Hillwill also have the opportunity to mingle withthe 2013 Atlantic League All-Star players andmanagers, as well as all of the League’s mascots.There will be something for everyone atthe festival including carnival food, games,mascots, face painters, and entertainment -plus many special surprises! Tickets for theAll-Star Celebration can be purchased for $15at the Regency Furniture Stadium box office,online at www.somdbluecrabs.com or by calling301-638-9788.No. 1 – Wednesday, July 10 – 2013 AtlanticLeague All-Star Game, Post-GameFireworks: Wednesday, July 10 will featurethe Atlantic League All-Star Game, presentedby title sponsor The Communities ofSt. Charles. Fifty of the Atlantic League’stop professional baseball players from boththe Freedom and Liberty Divisions will beselected by managers, pitching staff and personnelfrom all eight Atlantic League teams toshowcase their talent at this esteemed event.Fans will also have the opportunity to votefor the All-Stars on www.atlanticleague.comand on the Blue Crabs homepage beginningin June. 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