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Joint Press Release from the Board of Education of Calvert County and the

Calvert Association of Supervisors and Administrators

The Board of Education of Calvert Coun-ty and the Calvert Association of Supervi-sors and Administrators (CASA) reached a tentative negotiated agreement for school years 2016-2017 and 2017-2018.

The collaborative effort between the par-ties resulted in an agreement that includes a one-step increase for all CASA-eligible administrators/supervisors in 2016-2017 and another in 2017-2018. In addition, CASA-eligible administrators/supervisors who were employed as CASA-eligible ad-ministrators/supervisors in 2014-2015 will receive one restoration step in 2017-2018.

Items in the new agreement that require fiscal support shall be valid and binding to the extent that sufficient funds are guaran-teed and/or made available by the Calvert County fiscal authorities to fully imple-ment said items.

The parties are scheduled to sign the agreement at the Board of Education meet-ing on July 14, 2016.

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The American Red Cross has issued an emergency call for blood and platelets, urging all eligible donors to give now to replenish an extremely low summer blood supply.

Blood donations have fallen short of hospital needs for the past few months, resulting in about 39,000 fewer donations than what’s needed, as well as a significant draw down of the overall Red Cross blood supply. In addition, the Independence Day holiday@ may have caused many regu-lar donors to postpone donations due to vacation plans. A recent Red Cross poll revealed that more than 75 percent of do-nors surveyed indicated vacation plans this summer, many of them occurring the weeks before and after July 4.

“Right now, blood products are being distributed to hospitals faster than dona-tions are coming in, which is why we are making this emergency request for dona-tions,” said Nick Gehrig, communications director, Red Cross Blood Services. “Do-nations are urgently needed now to meet the needs of hospital patients in the coming days and weeks. If you’ve thought about giving blood and helping to save lives, now is the time to do it. It’s the blood donations on the shelves that help save lives when an emergency occurs.”

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nate, use the free Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). The Red Cross is extending hours at many donation sites to allow for more donors to

make an appointment to give. Donation appointments and completion of a Rapid-Pass online health history questionnaire are encouraged to avoid longer wait times. Donors with all blood types are needed.

Those unable to give can still help by encouraging others to give through a SleevesUp virtual blood drive at redcross-blood.org/sleevesup, giving of their time through volunteerism or making a finan-cial donation to support Red Cross human-itarian work across the country and around the world.

Who Blood Donations HelpEvery two seconds in the United States

blood and platelets are needed to respond to patient emergencies, including accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant procedures, and patients receiv-ing treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. The Red Cross must collect approximately 14,000 blood and platelet donations every day for patients at about 2,600 hospitals and transfusion centers nationwide.

Because of generous donors, the Red Cross is able to provide blood products to patients like 11-year-old Mae Rainey, who needs regular blood transfusions as part of her treatment for a blood disorder.

“I am very grateful for the opportunities that the Red Cross has given us to get her to her healthiest state,” said Caleb Rainey, Mae’s older brother.

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Calvert Memorial Hospital recently cel-ebrated Nurses Week and this year’s theme “Nurses Are Superheroes” could not be more fitting, according to Diane Couch-man, Chief Nursing Officer. Couchman says, “Our nurses balance an incredible number of demands with a patient-centered focus, always looking out for what is best for those who have entrusted their lives to us. Every single day our nurses are at the bedside providing comfort, reassurance and expert care that we know makes such a difference in a patient’s recovery.”

There were fes-tivities held all week, culminat-ing in a luncheon where several nurses were hon-ored for their ex-emplary service. Rose Essex was named the Ex-emplary Nurse Educator for her creative and inno-

vative style of teaching diabetes education. She was recognized as the “go-to” person for consultation related to patients with diabetes and is highly respected by her pa-tients, peers, community, and physicians.

The Exemplary Nurse Leader award went to Amy Laur, charge nurse on Level 2. Amy was recognized for exemplifying the word NURSE: kind, nurturing, sup-portive, caring, and strong. In addition, she was praised for her tremendous clinical knowledge, endless compassion, true dedi-cation, and full-fledged support of all staff on a daily basis.

Michelle Nation, Infection Control, was recognized for Exemplary Professional Practice. As an outstanding nurse and cli-nician, she has improved nursing care and patient safety through several evidence-based initiatives and is always looking for other avenues to improve infection prevention. Her interventions and preven-tion efforts provide the foundation for safe patient care and risk reduction for hospital-acquired infections.

Our third DAISY Award winner was also announced and presented to Jessica Barker who is a PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) nurse. The DAISY Award is a nationwide program that rewards and celebrates the extra clinical skill and com-passionate care given by nurses every day! Jessica was nominated for being a great critical thinker, team player, collaborator and an individual who consistently displays the highest ethical standard of excellence.

Dean Teague, President and CEO, says, “Health care is a challenging industry and, yet, every day, our nurses juggle all these challenges with unmatched grace, opti-mism and compassion. We applaud the dif-ference they make every day in our hospital and our community!”

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The Calvert Memorial Hospital Foun-dation recently held its 27th annual Benefit Golf Classic at Old South Country Club in Lothian. A field of 148 players competed for top honors and raised nearly $71,000. Since the event began in 1990, it has raised $1.2 million to fund patient care equipment and vital hospital services.

This year’s proceeds will help fund a newly purchased mobile health unit that will travel throughout Calvert County, bringing community members access to dental and medical health care, as well as prevention and wellness programs.

Tournament Chair Pat Petricko was thrilled. She said, “Our success is entirely due to the incredibly generous sponsors, enthusiastic golfers and wonderful volun-teers who come out year after year to sup-port this great cause.”

CMH President and CEO Dean Teague expressed his gratitude to the golfers, spon-sors, and employees who make it all pos-sible. He said, “I hope you know that your contributions really make a difference in the care our hospital is able to provide to the community.” During his remarks, Teague singled out Ober l Kaler and American Ra-diology Services and American Radiology

Associates who led the way with Master’s Club sponsorships.

He added, “We’d also like to recognize our generous Ryder Club sponsors-- All American Ambulance & Transport, Cor-nerstone Advisors, Columbia Bank, Leach Wallace, Networking Concepts, Med-Star Health and Radio Shack of Prince Frederick.

Teague extended special thanks to Var-sity Vending, Wanda DeBord of Title Max, LLC and to Pat Petricko/REMAX 100 for providing breakfast and lunch as well as Hole-in-One sponsors Bayside Auto Group, Dickinson Jewelers, Pat Petricko and Winegardner Buick Auto Group.

Taking first place in Division I was Mayur Patel, Ben Morris, Rij Patel, and Will Halamandris from American Radi-ology. Bucky Bowling, Tom Dennison, Mark MacDougall, and Jon Marlowe from SMECO capped the top slot in Division II. Michael Vergis, Brian Vermillion, Adam Burton, and Greg Kingston of Plan B Technologies, Inc. outpaced all contenders in Division III.

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The Calvert County Board of Education is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC). Twen-ty-five members are appointed annually.

The CAC provides a means for taking an active role in public education. The com-mittee reports directly to the Board of Edu-cation and serves in an advisory capacity. It conducts studies in areas of concern to the Board, provides community insight into pending policies and Board decisions, and discusses a variety of issues affect-ing school system operations. The work of the committee is done in accordance with Policy #1210 and the corresponding procedures.

The committee meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month during the school year.

Applicants must be residents of Cal-vert County and may not be full- or part-time employees of the school system. The application is available on the Calvert County Public Schools website (www.calvertcounty.education) on the Board of Education tab. Completed applications are due by August 5, 2016. The Board will appoint members later that month. For more information, call Karen Maxey at 410-535-7220.

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Competing against the most talented Ca-reer and Technology Education (CTE) stu-dents in the country, Calvert County Public Schools students brought home one medal and one top-ten finish from the SkillsUSA 51st Annual National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), held in Louisville, Kentucky last week.

Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “We are so proud of our students who made it to the National SkillsUSA competi-tion. They honor their school district with the way they represent. We are especially proud of those who earned medals and oth-er recognition. We love the way they light the future.”

The Crime Scene Investigation team of Britaya Gray, Wilbur Robinson and Bran-don Zickefoose returned with a bronze medal for 3rd place, and Amber Tucker

placed 10th in the Esthetics competition, with April Watts as her model.

Annastasia Henson (Power Equipment Technology), Philip Fink (Criminal Jus-tice), Britney Dix (Graphic Imaging – Sub-limation) and Lynn Mockabee (Job Skill Demonstration Open) were also among the 6,500 CTE students who competed na-tionally after winning at the local and state levels.

SkillsUSA Maryland has a statewide membership of 5,000 high school students who are completing CTE programs. Calvert students consistently perform at high levels in competition while completing course-work that leads to industry-recognized cre-dentials, employment, apprenticeships and post-secondary certificates and degrees.

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Some of us love to read. Some of us love pizza. Some of us love both! Calvert Li-brary Twin Beaches Branch is sponsoring “Pizza With a Side of Books,” an event for teens. Come join us on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.

We’ll talk about the book “City of Bones” by Cassandra Clare, share recom-mendations of our favorite titles and series,

and eat pizza! Pre-reading “City of Bones” is recommended. Come on by the Twin Beaches Branch to pick up your copy!

This event is free of charge. Be sure to register, though. We’ll need a head count! (You can register by following the links athttp://calvert.lib.md.us/teenevents.html, or you can call your local branch.) For more information call 410-257-2411.

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CALVERT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PRESS RELEASES

Burglary Case #16-36174:On June 27, 2016, Deputy G. Shrawder

responded to St. Andrews Drive, in Chesa-peake Beach, for the report of a burglary from a shed. The complainant reported that sometime between 1:00pm on June 24 and 3:30am on June 26, someone forced entry into a shed and stole a Sears Chainsaw, a large number of antique baseball cards and multiple Disney VHS tapes.

CDS Violation Case #16-36652:On June 30, 2016, at approximately

8:45am, Deputy J. Livingston conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle he observed being driven unsafely. When he approached the driver, Thomas Asson, 51, of Great Mills, MD, he observed him to be under the influ-ence, unable to keep his balance or keep his eyes open. He recovered ten (10) Valium from the console of Mr. Asson’s vehicle, with no prescription to possess them. He was transported to the Detention Center and charged with DUI and possession of a Con-trolled Dangerous Substance (Valium).

Destruction of Property Case #16-36523:On June 29, 2016, Deputy N. Barger was

dispatched to Anthony’s Lane, in Hunting-town, for the report of damage to property. The complainant explained that their black metal fencing, surrounding the backyard, had several bars bent and broken. This damage was caused sometime between 6:00pm on June 27 and 4:30am on June 29. There are no suspects at this time.

Due to the July 4th Holiday, the Crime Blotter will only include cases occurring the week of June 27 through June 30. During this time period, Deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 799 calls for service throughout the community.

Disorderly Conduct Case #16-36760:On June 30, 2016, Deputy P. Wood re-

sponded to the Quality Inn on Lore Road, in Solomons, for the report of an intoxicated person passed out in the lobby of the hotel. Due to the subject being unresponsive, EMS was called to respond to the scene. After Rosanne Nial, 38, of Park Hall, MD, was medically checked out, she became coherent and proceeded to behave disorderly. She was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Public Intoxication. Deputy Wood also served Ms. Nial with an outstanding Warrant from St. Mary’s County.

Weapons Violation Case #16-36180:On June 27, 2016, at approximately 7:30pm,

Deputy J. Ward responded to the report of a trespass violation at Driftwood Beach on Beach Drive, in Lusby. Upon making contact with the driver, Daniel Evans, 19, of Lusby, a probable cause search revealed two (2) brass knuckle weapons in Evans’ possession. He was arrested and charged with two (2) counts of a Concealed Deadly Weapon (a chrome and a black brass knuckle containing a 7” knife). He also received a Civil Citation for possession of marijuana.

Theft Case #16-36643:On June 30, 2016, Deputy T. Holt respond-

ed to White Sands Drive, in Lusby, for the re-port of a theft. The victim advised someone had entered his unlocked vehicle and stole a credit card, MD gun license, Social Security card and money. The theft occurred between 10:00pm on June 29 and 6:00am on June 30.

Theft Case #16-36556/16-36551:On June 29, 2016, Deputy P. Mosely was

dispatched to Schooner Drive, in Lusby, for the report of a theft from vehicle. The initial complainant reported that his Beats head-phones were stolen from the console of his vehicle. While aiding the victim, he was ap-proached by a neighbor who also stated some-one had entered his vehicle and stole his Ed-die Bauer wallet, cash and credit cards. Both incidences involved ‘unlocked’ vehicles.

Theft Case #16-36466:On June 29, 2016, Deputy P. Aurich re-

sponded to a complainant who reported a theft while shopping at the Walmart on Town Center Blvd, in Dunkirk. A black leather tri-fold wallet, money, credit cards and driver’s license were stolen from the victim’s purse upon leaving the store. The theft occurred on June 27; the victim had not realized the miss-ing wallet until two days later.

Theft Case #16-36373:On June 28, 2016, Deputy M. Velasquez

was dispatched to Laurel Drive, in Lusby, for the report of a theft. The complainant re-ported a Fed Ex package, containing a CP-e Fiesta ST Nexus 3” Cat Back Exhaust, was inadvertently delivered to the victim’s former address (Laurel Drive). He stated he received notice that the package was delivered on June 23rd around 4:20pm and that someone had signed for it on his behalf. The investigation has not revealed a suspect at this time.

Theft Case #16-36178:On June 27, 2016, Deputy J. Ward respond-

ed to a report of a theft at Chisholm Trail, in Lusby. The victim stated she received a con-firmation from the Post Office that her pack-age, containing LuLa Roe brand leggings, was delivered to her home that day but she never received it.

Theft Case #16-36148:On June 26, 2016, Deputy A. Ostazeski re-

sponded to Olivet Road, in Lusby, for a report of a theft from vehicle. The victim stated he left his vehicle unlocked between 9:00pm on June 24 and 4:00am on June 25 and someone had stolen tools out of it. A Dewalt impact driver, Sawzall, whole saw kit, two (2) De-walt blue tooth batteries and a tool bag were stolen.

Theft Case #16-36070:On June 27, 2016, Deputy N. Buckler re-

sponded to Jacks Place, in Huntingtown, for the report of a theft. Sometime between 4:00pm on June 24 and 10:00am on June 27th , a Trane XR air conditioning unit was stolen from the side of a home under construction.

Theft Case #16-36048:On June 27, 2016, Deputy G. Gott was

dispatched to Lore Road, in Solomons, for the report of a theft of a business sign. The “Island Trader Antiques” sign, which was at-tached to a metal post at the end of the vic-tim’s driveway, was stolen between 6:00pm on June 26 and 9:40am on June 27.

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On June 28, 2016 at 1111 hours, Deputies responded to the Patuxent Campgrounds located at 4744 Williams Wharf Road, to assist the US Marshalls Service with a war-rant service. The Marshalls advised that they were looking for suspect Donald Dale Demarr for a retake warrant. They advised that when they arrived on scene, the sus-pect took off running into the woods. Dfc. Morder arrived on scene and determined where the suspect was last seen running into the woods. Using his K9 partner, K9 Wolf, they attempted to locate the suspect’s track. K9 Wolf located a track and tracked the suspect in a south direction through the woods. K9 Wolf tracked the suspect through the woods, through several back yards and fields and lost the track.

Deputies continued to search the area for the suspect. A deputy was advised by a citizen on Ben Creek Road that she ob-served a person matching the description of our suspect run into the woods across from her house. Dfc. Morder responded to that location to pick up the track. K9 Wolf immediately located a track on an

old four wheeler trail through the woods. The suspect was heading in a southern direction towards Broomes Island Road. Dfc. Morder notified the Control Center what direction he was heading. Deputies were able to adjust the perimeter accord-ingly. After about a half a mile through the woods, K9 Wolf’s behavior changed indicating that he and Dfc. Morder were close to the suspect because he had fresh human odor. K9 Wolf changed direction and headed in an easterly direction towards Parkers Wharf Road. After tracking the suspect for several hundred more yards, Dfc. Morder heard the perimeter deputies had spotted the suspect running in the area of 6755 Parkers Wharf Road. Deputy Gott and Deputy Buckler gave chase on foot. After a brief foot chase, the suspect was apprehended without incident by Dfc. Gott and Dep. Buckler.

The suspect not only had the retake war-rant but also had 2 other warrants through the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.

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Longtime Calvert resident James Carver is one of millions of truck drivers in the na-tion, and he is one of the best. In the past 18 years, Carver has won the National Truck Driving Championship twice and the Maryland Truck Driving Championship eight times. In 2016, he not only won the state championship, but also became the first truck driver ever to receive a perfect driving-skills score since the competition started nearly seven decades ago.

Throughout his career of 42 years as a truck driver, Carver has driven 2.6 million miles, all of which accident-free. And his mileage keeps going up as he continues to drive every working day. In a typical day, Carver drives 250 to 350 miles from Safe-way’s distribution center in Upper Marl-boro to multiple grocery stores in Safe-way’s Eastern Division that includes Mary-land, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Washington D.C.

Trucking has been the dominant mode of freight transportation in the United States for decades. Carver and his 3.4 millions fel-low drivers moved nearly 10 billion tons of goods in 2014, according to the American Trucking Association. Employing more than seven million people, the trucking in-dustry continues to function as the econo-my’s lifeblood.

Nearly everything you see and touch has been moved by a truck at some point, Carver said.

Think of the fresh produce we get from the grocery store that were carried by trucks from California and the chair we sit on that was made from wood cut from a tree in Virginia, our modern lifestyle would not be possible without truck drivers moving goods from places to places.

Carver enjoyed being the person who can safely deliver products to various stores on the East Coast. He also considered himself fortunate to win the state championship eight times.

“I’ve never considered myself a better

truck driver than anybody else,” Carver said. He credited his success in safe driving from years of practice and training.

“You have to practice. That’s not easy in today’s world. The average person is so busy,” Carver said. “It’s repetition, and it’s boring. You have to force yourself to do it.”

When Carver started his first truck-driv-ing job in 1974, the experience of driving a truck was very different.

“Back in the old days, it was normal to drive a truck that leaked oil bad enough that you had to carry oil and water in the truck,” Carver said. At times, he had to use ropes to tie a fender up to keep driving.

“You would sweat yourself to death because there was no air-conditioning,” Carver said. “The air conditioning was called ‘255,’ meaning two windows down going 55 miles per hour. We used to mount six-inch fans in the trucks that ran off the battery.”

In comparison, Carver said today’s equipment is “like going from a bike to a Rolls Royce.”

As an avid traveller, Carver said being a truck driver has taken him to places and given him the chance to meet people from all walks of life. He enjoys participating in the truck driving competition partially because it takes him to different places as the National Truck Driving Championships takes place in a different host city each year. It was hosted in St. Louis, Mo., last year, and Carver is getting ready to go to Indianapolis, Ind., to compete with drivers from across the country in August.

“I keep coming back to see everybody,” Carver said, commenting on why he has chosen to participate in every competition in the past decade. “It’s like one big family out there, and it’s the only time every year I know we will all be together.”

Carver grew up in Clinton, Md., and started working at a small farm owned by his family in Virginia since he was about eight. He started driving a one-ton flatbed

truck on the farm when he was ten.

“Being a small guy growing up, it was easier to drive the truck than to throw the bales of hay,” Carver said.

In the 1960’s, most farm work was done manually, and therefore work-ers are scattered on the farm every-where. Carver considered his driving expe-rience on the farm his best training.

Until May of 2015, Carver worked six days a week. He still works 70 hours a week and spends his days off doing yard work at home. Carver believed he inherited a strong sense of work ethic from his early years of working on the family farm.

“Work is all I ever knew,” Carver said. His parents are in their 80’s, and they kept on working.

“My father would outwork everybody,” Carver said. His father still works seven days a week on the farm.

Carver turned 60 in May and planned to retire after two more years behind the wheel. Reflecting on his career, Carver said he enjoyed it and had made a good living out of it. However, he taught neither of his two sons to drive a truck. When he became a professional truck driver at the age of 18, he wasn’t fully aware of the sacrifices he had to make over the years.

Like many truck drivers, Carver ate a lot of fast food and missed many family meals. Pressing for time, most truck drivers usu-ally get 30 minutes for lunch break, he said.

“We are not getting proper rest because

of the hours we work; we don’t eat properly because of what we do,” Carver said. “We are all eating out of fast food restaurants; we are all drinking coffee like crazy; many of us are smoking or have chewing tobac-cos. That is a recipe for total disaster later on when you get older,” Carver said.

Carver said he looks forward to retire-ment and travelling around the world. Along with his family, Carver had been to South Africa several times. He said one of the most challenging driving experiences occurred when he drove wild game animals and some of them shifted their weight.

Carver has also been to 48 states and planned to visit Hawaii and Alaska after he retires from driving. He also intends to vol-unteer and train other truck drivers for both the national and state championship.

Calvert Resident James Carver Wins His Eighth State Truck Driving ChampionshipBy Dandan ZouStaff Writer

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Dolores Elaine MarshallDolores Elaine

Marshall, 84, of H u n t i n g t o w n passed away June 30, 2016 at Wash-ington Hospital Center. She was born August 26, 1931 in Portland, ME to Leroy and Mary K. (Linscott) Headley. Elaine was raised in At-

lantic City, NJ and attended public schools. She married John Richard Marshall on Oc-tober 25, 1952 in Green Creek, NJ and they lived in Atlantic City and Pleasantville, NJ. They moved to Cockeysville, MD in 1963 and eventually settled in Riverdale, MD. They later moved to Huntingtown, MD where they have lived for the past 12 years. Elaine was employed as a manage-ment assistant with United States Customs Service. In her leisure time Elaine enjoyed needlework, knitting, reading and spending time with her family. She will be remem-ber as a devoted mother and wife. Elaine is survived by her husband John Richard Marshall, Sr. of Huntingtown, sons John R. Marshall, Jr. and wife Paula of Hunting-town, James R. Marshall and wife Pamela of Orange Park, FL and Jeffrey A. Marshall and wife Robin of Swannanoa, NC. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a brother Leroy Head-ley, Jr. of Charlotte, NC.

Marshall Hinners DamerellMarshall Hin-

ners Damerell (“Marsh”) passed away peacefully at his Solomons, MD residence on June 27, 2016. He was born May 11, 1925 in Illinois to Chester W. and Erma (Hinners) Damerell. He mar-

ried Frances Jeanne Williams of Muncie, Indiana on February 24, 1946. The couple met at Purdue University while Marsh was in Navy ROTC. Marsh was commissioned as a US Navy officer and served in the Pa-cific theater in WW II and then later in the Korean conflict, times that also stirred an inner love for the sea. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1948. Marsh loved machining and machine tools. He successively developed two prosperous ma-chine shop businesses, in North Tonawan-da, NY and Lancaster, NY. As a local busi-nessman, he joined Rotary Club and was an active member for many years, filling vari-ous roles including club President. Marsh & Fran raised their family and were in-strumental in community organizations including their local church, school organi-zations, and Boy Scouts, where Marsh was a troop leader. As his love for the sea grew, he and a friend built a 16-foot sailboat that they sailed on Lake Ontario. That boat was progressively replaced by two larger sail-boats, and the idea to sail around the world germinated. While his children completed high school and college, Marsh picked out the boat and planned the trip of a lifetime. He sold off half the business, and he and Fran departed in 1980 on an epic around-the-world adventure aboard Invictus, their seaworthy 38-ft ketch. Sailing to places from Panama to New Zealand to Capetown richly filled their lives and stirred others who heard their updates. After returning, they developed a program describing their trip with sequenced slides, music and nar-ration. They showed it several hundred times to audiences cumulatively number-ing in the ten thousands. Marsh retired in 1987 to devote time to family, his love of machining, and a desire for travel. He and Fran settled in Calvert County, MD where Marsh set up a small machine shop in his garage. They were active in their church, the local Rotary club, the Circumnaviga-tors Club and SCORE. They traveled to out-of-way places like the Azores, Ant-arctica, Turkey, Thailand and British Co-lumbia. Marsh and Fran moved to the Asbury Solomons retirement community in 2003. They routinely visited their chil-dren and families, and attended key events such as the graduations and weddings of their grandchildren. In 2015, family and

friends joined at Asbury Solomons to cel-ebrate Marsh’s 90th birthday. Those pres-ent showed pictures and told stories about how Marsh was special in their lives. Fran preceded Marsh in death, passing in 2013, just after their 67th anniversary. Marshall is survived by four children and their spouses: Susan Giesy (and husband John) of Saskatoon, SK, Kay Hawk (and hus-band Evert) of Wyomissing, PA, Paul Da-merell (and wife Deborah) of Alexandria, VA, and Ralph Damerell (and wife Julie) of Rochester, NY, 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Justin Bruce Damerell (and wife Judy) of Fort Wayne, IN.

Christopher Adam MillerC h r i s t o p h e r

Adam “Miller-time” Miller, 32 of St. Leonard, passed away on June 27, 2016. He was born Febru-ary 21, 1984 in St. Petersburg, FL. Christopher was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved his pets and

showered them with love. He was passion-ate about sports, particularly the Capitals, the Nationals and his beloved Redskins. Christopher was an iron worker by trade, but also loved working the Ferris wheel (which he considered his own) at carni-vals. He enjoyed hanging out, looking for sharks teeth at the beach in St. Leonard, the Hall farm in Prince Frederick and River Bend, WV. He enjoyed singing karaoke at the Tavern. Most importantly, he loved his family deeply. Christopher is survived by his mom and her husband, Judith and Kerry Jernigan of Brandywine; his step-

father, David Hall, sisters Missy Kershaw (and Matt) and Chrissy Hall, all of Prince Frederick and Laura Hall of Lusby; his grandfather Jack Upton (and Carolyn) of St. Leonard as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Joan Upton; Aunt Vicki Hall and cousin Joey Hall.

Laurie Ann LagoLaurie Ann Lago,

53, of Sunderland, Maryland passed away on July 1, 2016 in Prince Fred-erick, Maryland. Laurie was born on December 27, 1962 to Joseph and Irene DiGiulian. She spent a majority of her years living in Calvert County, MD. Laurie enjoyed

cooking, being outdoors, having cookouts, and traveling to Hawaii. Most of all, she loved being surrounded by her family, es-pecially the babies of the family, as well as her friends. Laurie was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by her husband Tom L. Lago and her children, Jessica R. Miles, of Leonardtown, MD and Brett M. Miles , of Glen Burnie, MD. She is also survived by her siblings, Ken DiGiulian of Hanover, MD; Joseph DiGiulian of Speed-well, TN; and Brenda DeGroot of St. Leon-ard, MD. The family will receive relatives and friends on July 5, 2016 for a visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Rausch Fu-neral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Rd, Port Republic, MD 20676. A funeral service will follow at 8:00 PM. Interment will be private.

Thursday, July 7, 2016 15The Calvert County Times In Our Community

The Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) received a world-wide collection of thou-sands of sea shells in May 2014 donated by Marilyn Silverthorn. This collection was her father-in-law’s, Lieutenant General Merwin H. Silverthorn USMC, acquired during his global oceanic travels.

Working closely with Marie Silverthorn (Lieutenant General Merwin H. Silver-thorn’s granddaughter), the Calvert Marine Museum applied and was awarded a grant from the RSMIS Foundation of Houston, Texas. The grant was used to purchase Vi-king storage cabinets and archival speci-men trays (both of which are shown in the

attached photo) to properly preserve the Silverthorn collection in perpetuity.

Under the direction of John Nance, CMM Department of Paleontology Collec-tions Manager, curation of the Merwin H. Silverthorn seashell collection has begun. CMM staff and Paleontology summer in-terns have started to organize this large collection to maximize its scientific value and availability for researchers, and for possible use in future exhibits.

From the Calvert Marine Museum

GRANT AWARDED TO STORE DONATED SEA SHELL COLLECTION

CMM Photo - left, John Nance, paleontology summer interns Peyton Mills, Amber Hobbs, and Cecily Hein clean and sort shells into their new specimen trays and cabinets, funded by a grant from the RSMIS Foundation.

In conjunction with the state of Maryland, Calvert County will celebrate the bounty of local agricultural products July 23-31 by highlighting the benefits of buying local products from area farms, farmers markets and farm stands.

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will officially proclaim July 23-31 “Buy Local Agriculture Week” during its meeting Tuesday, July 19, and will encourage county residents to take the pledge to eat at least one thing every day from a local farm during the week. There are endless ways to participate in the state-wide “Buy Local Challenge.” Add one or two farm items a day to your meals – per-haps fresh eggs and bacon with breakfast one day, a snack of local fruit or a glass of local wine on another.

As part of the week’s celebrations, resi-dents can shop at a temporary farmers mar-ket on the lawn of the Calvert County Cir-cuit Courthouse on Main Street in Prince Frederick every Wednesday in July from 12 to 4 p.m.

Residents are also encouraged to visit the county’s many roadside stands as well as the farmers markets during this week and throughout the summer: Stop by one of the following markets:

Tuesdays in Prince Frederick in the

Calvert Memorial Hospital parking lot 3-7 p.m., May 5-Nov. 24

Thursdays in Solomons at the Riv-

erwalk north of Solomons Pavilion 3-6:30 p.m., May 12-Nov. 17

Fridays in North Beach between

5th and 7th streets and Bay Avenue 6-9 p.m., May 1-Oct. 16

Saturdays in Prince Frederick at the

Calvert County Fairgrounds on Route 231 7:30 a.m.-noon, May 9-Nov. 21

Take the Pledge to Eat Fresh Every Day During

Buy Local Agriculture Week July 23-31

Calvert County Government


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In Our Community

Month LongCalvert Amateur Radio Association(150 Main Street, Prince Frederick) - 7:30 p.m.Calvert Amateur Radio Association, Inc. (CARA) is the oldest amateur radio (ham) club operating in Calvert County. Besides having fun talking locally or around the world to hams everywhere, we provide emergency communications and public ser-vices by supporting Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (RACES) and Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES). We support various public service events need-ing communications such at PRAD parade and CF Bike 60K. Please contact us if you need communication support for your event. We are a long standing Special Services Club of the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL). CARA is also a 501c3 organiza-tion and donations are always welcome. We meet on the FIRST Thursday every month at the County Services Building, located at 150 Main Street in Prince Frederick at 7:30 PM in the first floor meeting room. All hams or anyone interested in ham radio are welcome to attend our meetings. The Association op-erates a VHF Repeater and a Club Station (K3CAL) located at the Mount Hope Com-munity Center in Sunderland, Maryland. The Club Station may be used by members and guest operators by appointment or on a scheduled operating time. The Association has recently installed a UHF repeater and an-tenna in Prince Frederick. Interested licensed operators may use 146.985 MHz - 156.7 Hz PL tone or 444.950 MHz + 156.7 Hz PL tone. CARA has an open net on Mondays at 7:30 PM on 146.985 MHz, please check in. For further information on current activities, see our webpage at k3cal.org. Or contact Asso-ciation President Ed Noell KC3EN at [email protected].

calvART Gallery Presents: ATMOSPHERESPrince Frederick Shopping Center (Rt. 4 and 231, Prince Frederick) - Wednesday to Sun-day: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Five Artists share their visions in clay Featuring works by Ray Bogle, Denise Bre-itburg, Marie Estabrook, Randy Estabrook, and Adam Sampson. June 8 to July 3, 2016. Reception: June 11, 5 to 8 p.m. This show is shaping up to be a great show with many non-traditional clay forms, vessels and fir-ing techniques. The artists are excited about their work and are eager to share their visions with the public. Ray Bogle has been work-ing with clay for over 25 years. His creations range from dramatic show-specific works to fun personal designs. His contributions to the craft have included teaching classes for chil-dren as well as adults, developing a variety of forms and glazes, and perfecting techniques in the ancient skill of Raku. Denise Breitburg is a marine biologist at the Smithsonian En-vironmental Research Center with a deep passion for the beauty and the complexity of the natural world. She says, “Everything about pottery is magical – from the hypnotic spin of the potters wheel, to the transforma-tion of a shapeless lump to a graceful shape, to the mystery of colors appearing in the heat of the kiln.” Marie and Randy Estabrook are a married couple sharing the same passion for clay. “This is our creative outlet- Randy and I make beautiful ceramic art that re-flects the designs and patterns of the natural

world,” said Marie. Adam Sampson is a our newest member and we can’t wait to see what he produces for this show! Come join us for the opening reception where you can meet the artists, see their work and enjoy appetiz-ers and beverages. For more information, go to www.calvartgallery.org, or call 410-535-9252. The calvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County.

Exploring Wheel Thrown Ceramics Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Solomons) - 6 to 9 p.m.Learn to use the potter’s wheel to create cups, bowls, and vases. No experience is neces-sary; all levels welcome. Beginners will focus on learning foundational skills. Experienced students can expect to focus on specific forms of interest and refine their techniques. Pre-registration is required. For additional in-formation, visit www.annmariegarden.org or call 410-326-4640.

Middleham and St. Peter’s VBS 2016Middleham and St. Peter’s (10210 H. G. True-man Rd., Lusby) - 9 a.m. to NoonThis year’s theme is “Deep Sea Discovery” God is With Me Wherever I Go! June 27th - July 1st. Contact the Office at 410-326-4948. Spread the Word.

Vacation Bible SchoolBethel Way of the Cross Church (5445 Cher-ry Hill Rd., Huntingtown) - 7 to 9 p.m.Please join Bethel Way of the Cross Church for Vacation Bible School. Monday June 27th through Friday July 1st. Classes for all ages! Theme “Deep Sea Discovery”, GOD IS WITH ME WHEREVER I GO! For more info, call (301) 855-5488 or (410) 257-2053.www.bethelwotcc.org/. Bishop Darnell L. Easton, Pastor.

calvART Gallery PresentscalvART Gallery (Calvert County) - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Kevin Higgins and Mary Blumberg have combined their talents to provide two dif-ferent perspectives on various images. You will see landscapes, flora and fauna, still lifes and much more from the perspective of Kevin, the photographer, and the perspec-tive of watercolor from Mary. Kevin Hig-gins has been a life-long photographer. He has traveled all over the States, as well as Maryland, for his passion of photography. Mary Blumberg has been painting, teaching and loving the swoosh of watercolor since the 80’s. Realism, with a sense of abstract, is a major facet of her paintings. This is a result of many years’ study in a variety of creative art forms. Also available will be a book of Kevin’s photos, with accompanying poems by his wife Christine, titled “Plum Point Folio”. Come join us for the opening recep-tion where you can meet the artists, see their work and enjoy appetizers and beverages. The calvART Gallery is located in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center at the intersection of routes 4 and 231 nestled between the Saku-ra Restaurant and Dreamweaver Cafe. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.calvartgallery.org, or call 410-535-9252. The calvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County. Dates July 6 to August 7. Reception is July 9, 5 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 9SHARKFESTCalvert Marine Museum (Solomons) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Visit live sharks and Chesapeake Bay na-tive Atlantic sturgeon featured in the Corbin Pavilion. Participate in hands-on activities throughout the museum, paint a shark mu-ral, do shark crafts, get your face painted ($5 fee), play in the Shark Game Show and win a prize, and take your picture in the jaws of a Megalodon shark. Slide down the jaws of a giant inflated shark sponsored by Tidewater Dental. Food vendors will be on-site. Muse-um admission applies; members are FREE.

Country Dance - Chesapeake BeachAmerican Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach) - 7 p.m. to MidnightFor a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion 206. If you can’t dance, teachers will be available to give in-struction. One hour lessons commence at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. The Modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public warmly welcomed. For infor-mation call 301-855-6466. Reservations [email protected] www.ALPost206.org.

Sunday, July 102nd Sundays Farmers MarketDouble Oak Farm (676 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick) - 1 to 4 p.m.Celebrate Summer with ACLT at the “2nd Sundays Farmers Market!” Visit Double Oak Farm for the freshest produce, fun activities for kids & adults, cool drinks and live music! 2nd Sundays Farmers Markets will be held in July, August and September. See you at ACLT’s Double Oak Farm.

Full STEAM Ahead!Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Solomons) - 1 to 4 p.m.FREE Program for Preschool children and their caretakers! July 10th program - Brilliant Bugs! FREE! Preschool kids and their fami-lies are invited to visit the artLAB at Annma-rie Garden for hands-on investigations and challenges! Each session will help children explore, observe, ask questions, and make predictions about the world around them as they create and play! We’ll investigate a vari-ety of concepts in STEAM--science, technol-ogy, engineering, art, and math! Join us for these fun and imaginative sessions that will get your child excited about learning. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.

Monday, July 11Vacation Bible School - Submerged!Through July 15Southern Calvert Baptist Church (Lusby) - 9 to 11:30 a.m.Vacation Bible School takes your kids on an adventure like no other, deep within the mysterious sea. As kids submerge themselves in God’s Word, they will discover that Jesus didn’t just see what’s on the outside of people. He looked deep down on the inside. So grab your goggles, step into your flippers, and dive in to find truth below the surface. ***Com-pleted Kindergarten through completed 5th Grade***. Registration forms will soon be available at: www.scbcmd.com, Email: [email protected].

Tuesday, July 12Having the Conversation: Talking About the End of LifeCalvert Memorial Hospital (Prince Freder-ick) - 6:30 to 8 p.m.Presenters: Dr. Raymon Noble. Sarah Sim-mons, RN, MSN, CHPN, Director of Educa-tion & Quality for Calvert Hospice. Cost: $10. When is the right time to begin having con-versations with our loved ones and healthcare providers about how we wish to spend our last days, months, and years? An experienced local physician and hospice medical director will prepare attendees to have tough conver-sations about treatment preferences, benefits vs. burdens of life-prolonging care, and how to respect the preferences of our family and friends at the end of life. Seating is limited, so register early for seminars. All classes will be held in Classroom 1 on the Lower Level of Calvert Memorial Hospital. To reg-ister, visit our website at: calverthospice.org/education-seminars/.

Wednesday, July 13Eco-Explorations for Families!Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Solomons) - 10 to 11 a.m.Come along on an eco-exploration as our staff naturalist, Hester Burch, leads young-sters and their caregivers on a hands-on ex-ploration of the natural world of Annmarie Garden. Each session will explore something different. Regular admission fees apply; members free. Reservations not required, just come! www.annmariegarden.org.

Thursday, July 14Pub Night - CMMCalvert Marine Museum (Solomons) - 7 to 9 p.m.Bring your friends and join well-known chan-tey singer, Myron Peterson, of Ship’s Com-pany for a rollicking evening of sea chanteys and hearty cheer. Wine and beer available for sale. This will be a regular monthly gathering through September. Other dates are August 24 and September 22. FREE!

Thursday, July 7, 2016 17The Calvert County Times In Our Community

EventsFriday, July 8

Minecraft Free PlayCalvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819

Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach- 5:30 to 7 p.m. Play Minecraft on our computers while the library is closed to other customers. Please register. , 410-257-2411.

Calvert Library Mobile Services @ NB

Farmer›s Market Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 6 to 9 p.m. Stop by and visit Ms. Lisa and Ms. Rachael

at the North Beach Farmer’s Market on the second Friday’s of the month through Septem-ber (weather permitting). Enjoy storytime, an activity for the kids and hear about what’s new at Calvert Library. See you there! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Saturday, July 9

Summer StorytimeCalvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 10 to 10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is for families with chil-

dren of multiples ages. The program lasts 45 minutes and there is no craft. Ages birth to 5. 410-326-5289.

Poets› CircleCalvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Beginner or big-time, confident or compul-

sive, stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work on or just yourself. Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Brick Builders Challenge Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Lego enthusiasts can visit the storytime

room to take part in a weekly, themed chal-lenge. Legos supplied by library. Registration not required. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Monday, July 11

Monday Morning Fun Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 10 to 11 a.m. Join us at 10 a.m. for dancing, stories, mov-

ies and fun. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Zentangling, ZenDoodling, Coloring... Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 12:30 to 2 p.m. & 7 to 8:30 p.m.Join teacher Lynn Gauthier to learn art

techniques to add depth to your coloring and Zentangling fun. The library will supply regular copy paper, colored pencils and a few sharpies. If you would like to bring your own supplies, they are welcome! Learn more about Zentangle at www.Zentangle.com. Please reg-ister. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Book Discussion Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,

3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Summer Shorts! No pre-read-ing required! Call for more information. 410-257-2411.

Tuesday, July 12Summer StorytimeCalvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and

Chaneyville Road, Owings- 10 to 10:45 a.m. This storytime is for the family with chil-

dren of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. 410-257-2101.

Summer Fun Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at the

Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave. Chesapeake Beach- 10 to 11 a.m.

Michael Rosman presents “Amazing Feats of Comedy”. The jokes come nonstop as Mi-chael balances on a board, on a bowling ball, on a table, and juggles torches. But Michael doesn’t do it all alone—along with his life-size dummy, volunteers play a large role in his show. Whether wearing farm animal noses, or demonstrating ineptitude with juggling props, children 5 and up will clearly have a blast. 410-257-2411.

Summer Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 10 to10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is for families with chil-dren of multiples ages. The program lasts 45 minutes and there is no craft. Ages birth to 5. 410-326-5289.

Summer Fun Calvert Library Fairview Branch at the

Dunkirk Fire Department, 3170 West Ward Road, Dunkirk- 2 to 3 p.m.

Michael Rosman presents “Amazing Feats of Comedy.” The jokes come nonstop as Michael balances on a board, on a bowl-ing ball, on a table, and juggles torches. But Michael doesn’t do it all alone—along with his life-size dummy, volunteers play a large role in his show. Whether wearing farm ani-mal noses, or demonstrating ineptitude with juggling props, children 5 and up will have a blast. 410-257-2101

Flying Needles Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 6 to 9 p.m. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting

group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. 410-326-5289.

Wednesday, July 13

Summer Fun Calvert Library Southern Branch at the

Patuxent Appeal Campus primary building, 35 Appeal Lane, Lusby- 10 to 11 a.m.

Michael Rosman presents “Amazing Feats of Comedy.” The jokes come nonstop as Mi-chael balances on a board, on a bowling ball, on a table, and juggles torches. But Michael doesn’t do it all alone—along with his life-size dummy, volunteers play a large role in his show. Whether wearing farm animal noses, or demonstrating ineptitude with juggling props, children 5 and up will have a blast. 410-326-5289.

JobSource Mobile Career CenterCalvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 1 to 4 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help,

search for jobs and get connected with South-ern Maryland JobSource. This 38’ mobile cen-ter features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite inter-net access, exterior audio visual and broadcast-ing capabilities; state of the art workforce ap-plications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

MakerSpace Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 1 to 4 p.m. Children drop by to play games, make crafts

and art projects. MakerSpace is open from 1-4 pm before, during and after the Summer Fun Performances. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Summer Fun Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2 to 3 pm & 7 to 8 p.m. Michael Rosman presents “Amazing Feats

of Comedy”. The jokes come nonstop as Mi-chael balances on a board, on a bowling ball, on a table, and juggles torches. But Michael doesn’t do it all alone—along with his life-size dummy, volunteers play a large role in his show. Whether wearing farm animal noses, or demonstrating ineptitude with juggling props, children 5 and up will have a blast. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Memoirs & Creative Writing Workshop. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie

as she encourages the art of creative memoir writing. Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your piece of memoir, 500-800 words, to work on and share with the group. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Global Playground Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,

3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach- 2:30 to 3:30p.m.

Kids K-Grade 5 participate in a multicultur-al exploration with music, games, sports, and food. Registration not required. 410-257-2411.

Global Playground Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Kids K-Grade 5 participate in a multicultur-

al exploration with music, games, sports, and food. Registration not required. 410-326-5289.

Thursday, July 14

Children’s MakerSpace Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 10 to 11 a.m. Come join our first “Maker’s Space” for

children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations. 410-326-5289.

Global Playground Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Kids K-Grade 5 participate in a multicultur-

al exploration with music, games, sports, and food. Registration not required. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Global PlaygroundCalvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and

Chaneyville Road, Owings- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Kids K-Grade 5 participate in a multicultur-

al exploration with music, games, sports, and food. Registration not required. 410-257-2101.

Brick Builders ChallengeCalvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819

Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Lego enthusiasts can visit the library to take part in a weekly, themed challenge. Legos supplied by library. Registration not required. 410-257-2411.

Maker Space Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and

Chaneyville Road, Owings- 3:30 to 4 p.m. Kids will engage their Lego building

skills or choose to dabble with their artist side. 410-257-2101.

Alzheimer›s Caregiver Support Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m. Get tips and support from other caregivers.

Please register. Can contact Calvert Adult Day Care for free care for your loved one during the support group (call 410-535-0133 to regis-ter). 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Saturday, July 16

Summer StorytimeCalvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 10 to 10:45 a.m. Summer Storytime is for families with chil-

dren of multiples ages. The program lasts 45 minutes and there is no craft. Ages birth to 5.410-326-5289.

Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble &

more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- Noon to 3 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make

your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Brick Builders Challenge Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 2 to 4 p.m. Lego enthusiasts can visit the storytime

room to take part in a weekly, themed chal-lenge. Legos supplied by library. Registration not required. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Monday, July 18

Monday Morning Fun Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 10 to 11 a.m. Join us at 10 a.m. for dancing, stories, mov-

ies and fun. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Books & Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H.

G. Trueman Road, Solomons- 10 to 11 a.m. Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline.

Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots! Book club for mom, playtime for kids! 410-326-5289.

Calvert Eats Local Buy Local Challenge

Potluck Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Cost-

ley Way- 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bragging rights to those who bring the dish-

es with the lowest # of “food miles.” Eats Local members are invited to bring a friend plus your plate, utensils, cup and napkin for a truly green experience! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

Manga Otaku Artist Nights Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819

Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach- 7 to 8:30 p.m.

On the first Tuesday and third Monday of every month, from 7 to 8:30 pm, at the Twin Beaches Branch, comics and manga fans from ages 10 to 17 gather to draw their own comics! Artist and illustrator (and Calvert librarian) McNevin Hayes will guide you through the basics of story layout, thumbnails, and charac-ter construction. Please register. 410-257-2411.

Thursday, July 7, 2016The Calvert County Times18 Entertainment

YoungatHeart By Keri Lipperini

Eating Together Menu

Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a

reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines

Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.

Looking for Players Calling all Scrabble players

and Spelling Bee enthusiasts! Even if you are a beginner to Scrabble or an amateur speller, we welcome you to join us and have some fun. Learn new words and make new friends.

Scrabble games are held every Thurs-day, beginning at 10 a.m. Spelling Bees are held the second Thursday

of each month at 1 p.m. For more in-formation, contact Sally Schofield at

Calvert Pines, 410-535-4606.

Let’s Get Healthy! Do you want to lose weight,

suffer from high blood pressure? Are you unsure how to get results? Let Melinda Gaines, Health Coach, help you reach your goal. Melinda is at Southern Pines Senior Center

- Wednesdays, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.; Cal-vert Pines Senior Center - Wednes-days, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; North

Beach Senior Center - Thursdays - 9 - 11 a.m. Online monitoring is also available. If you are unable to attend these days and times, contact Keri Lipperini at 410-535-4606 for more

information.

Upcoming Trips Make your reservation for

a trip to the College Park Aviation Museum and NASA Goddard in

Greenbelt, MD, Thursday, Septem-ber 8. Fee: $57 per person, includes

transportation, museum fee and meal. Reservations are also being taken

for the Steam into History Train Trip in New Freedom and the Markets at Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury, PA,

Wednesday, October 12. Fee: $81 per person, includes transportation, train

trip and lunch.

Intergenerational Camp Reminder

All classes and programs at Calvert Pines Senior Center are can-celled Monday, July 18 – Thursday, July 21 due to the Intergenerational

Camp. Lunches will still be served at noon. Remember to make your lunch

reservations as usual.

Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)

Enjoy Lunch and a Movie, Wednesday, July 13, 11 a.m. This month’s movie is Zootopia, where

animals live like humans.Celebrate National Ice Cream Day,

Friday, July 15, 12:45 p.m.

North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)

The LIVE with NBSC Talk Show will focus on Medication Disposal,

Thursday, July 14, 10:30 a.m. Let Linda take your Fun

’n Sun Picture at the Summer Photo Shoot, Friday, July 15, 9:30 a.m.

Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)

A Legal Aid representative will be available, Thursday, July 14, 1 – 3 p.m. For more information on

what the representative can do for you and for an appointment, contact the

center at 410-586-2748. Listen as Jim and Kathy perform their favorite folk, country and blues songs,

Friday, July 15, 12:45 p.m.

Monday, July 11Lemon Pepper Fish, Rice

Pilaf, Seasoned Spinach, Fruit Cocktail, Jell-O

Tuesday, July 12Chicken Salad in a Pita

Pocket, Pineapple, Carrots and Cucumbers, Grapes,Lemon Bar

Wednesday, July 13Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Fresh Strawberries with

Whipped Topping

Thursday, July 14Turkey with Gravy, Stuffing,

Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Fresh Seasonal Fruit

Friday, July 15Cheeseburger, Baked Beans,

Cole Slaw, Watermelon, Brownie

Going OnIn Entertainment

The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or

band information for our entertainment section, e-mail [email protected]

Please submit calendar listings by noon on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

Thursday, July 7Annapolis Statehouse & Governor’s

Mansion TourLoffler Senior Activity Center (21905

Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills) - 8 p.m.

Astronomy NightCalvert Library Fairview Branch (8120

Southern Maryland Blvd, Owings) - 9p.m.

Sunset Concert FestivalO’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake

Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m.

Drivin’ MuzzyThe Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 8 to 11 p.m.

Friday, July 8Get the Scoop - This the Season for

Ice Cream!Garvey Senior Activity Center (41780

Baldridge St., Leonardtown)- 2:30 p.m.

The Braden TripThe Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200

Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 9Sotterley Farmer’s Market

Historic Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood)- 8 a.m.

Point Lookout Lighthouse Open HousePoint Lookout State Park (11175 Point

Lookout Rd, Scotland)- 10 a.m.

SHARKFEST!Calvert Marine Museum (14200

Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, July 10Second Sundays

The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 3 to 6 p.m.3rd Annual Craft Fair & Holiday

Boutique(21707 Three Notch Road, Lexington

Park)- 9 p.m.

Monday, July 11Nautical Acrylic Painting - Yellow

Door Art StudiosGarvey Senior Activity Center (41780

Baldridge St., Leonardtown)- 1:30 p.m.

Team TriviaThe Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200

Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7 p.m.

Tuesday, July 12Team Feud

The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m.

Sea SquirtsCalvert Marine Museum (14200

Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)- 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, July 13Eco-Explorations for Families

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd, Dowell)

- 10 a.m.

Open Mic NightThe Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200

Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.

Little Pirates!Historic St. Mary’s City (18751

Hogaboom Ln, St Marys City)- 10 a.m.

Wine TastingThe Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200

Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Line Dance Lessons

Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Rd, Hughesville)- 7 p.m.

Thursday, July 14Sunset Concert Festival

O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m.

Pub Night Calvert Marine Museum (14200

Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)- 7 to 9 p.m.


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Southern Marylander You Should KnowBy David SpiglerContributing Writer

I have been anxious to do this story about one of my best friends, Tony O’Donnell, since I started preparing these stories about our “unsung heroes” over two years ago. I was prepared to wait several more years until Tony retired from his position as Del-egate to the State General Assembly, rep-resenting District 29 [St. Mary’s/Calvert]. And like many of you, I was surprised by his announcement that he was stepping down after an enviable record of being in his 22nd year in this role, one of the longest continuous tenures for any elected member to the General Assembly! Fearing his deci-sion was based on a health condition that he was about to make public, I was greatly pleased and really relieved to learn our pop-ular official was receiving an appointment from Governor Larry Hogan to an opening on the Maryland Public Service Commis-sion. But deep down I felt somewhat sad that we were going to lose the support of one of the best representatives ever who so effectively looked after our interests and guarded our rights every day during his long term in office.

Much has been reported recently about “Tony the Delegate”. Many of you are familiar with his numerous accomplish-ments in Annapolis, the number of bills he has sponsored, his constant support for the “little guy”, his firm stance he often took to ensure the two party system works as it should, and especially in this day and age, his ability to reach “across the aisle” in order to keep the machinery of state gov-ernment moving. I secretly believe it was his Navy experience on nuclear powered ships and technical experience at the Cal-vert Cliffs Nuclear Plant that allowed him to jump into action when it appeared the legislative “gears” where about to become “gummed up” when legislation became stalled as a result of dissention within our elected officials. Tony learned the system and how to work with people. He was one of the best and I fear that ability will be lost. Hopefully, whoever is chosen to sit at his

desk within the State Capi-tol will quickly learn and adopt this valuable charac-ter trait.

But my purpose here is to talk about “Tony the Man”, the guy I have gotten to know over the past 22 years since he first approached me

to help him with one of his fundraisers after he decided to run for office. Tony grew up with a sense of wanting to help others when he could. As the youngest of seven chil-dren, the “Baby of the family, if you will” [Tony’s words, not mine!], he was raised in a large tight knit family that looked after one another. He grew up in a small town in south central Pennsylvania, Middletown of “Three Mile Island” fame, site of the nucle-ar accident in March, 1979. I remember it well! The Navy gave me orders to Patux-ent River in the Spring of that year and we found a nice home in Lusby and put in a ridiculous bid on a foreclosed property and got it with no negotiation needed. When we completed settlement I asked my real estate agent how were we so fortunate to get such a nice home at this price and her comment to me was “Three Mile Island”! Then it hit me, we just purchased a home within 10 miles from an up and operating nuclear plant!!! Well knowing how well our naval nuclear crews are trained and knowing full well of their outstanding safety record and realizing the Calvert Cliffs plant is staffed with the best of these experienced people when they leave the service, I wasn’t re-ally worried. We now live in our second Lusby home and have been “Lusbians” for 37 years now.

Oops, I digress…back to my friend. Tony was a technician, supervisor and an analyst at the plant for 15 years and was the Director of Emergency Preparedness when he decided to leave there as he wanted to get more involved with helping others full time in his Delegate role. Prior to that in 1994, the thought of becoming a represen-tative in Annapolis was intriguing to him. At the time he approached me about help-ing him with this quest, I was just getting comfortable with wearing a “granny dress” along with a wig, big wide brim hat and a pig nose strapped to my face. I was the newest Redskin “Hogette” and still a little bit intimidated appearing in public in this

“zany” outfit! Really! Tony was holding a “pig roast” at Frank

and Della Stull’s home in Dunkirk and wanted to have us there to entertain the kids as well as their parents. I was hesitant as the Hogettes had to remain non-partisan and, as a result, we could not get involved in partisan political events. But, I was as-tounded to learn this fundraiser was a com-bined affair with Delegate George Owings of the “other” Party! Dang, maybe it is pos-sible for all of us to get along after all! Four or five of us portly gents showed up and had a ball entertaining the crowd! And the rest is history! Both Tony and George won their respective elections for their Districts and still remain the best of friends to this day.

I need to tell you having grown up in Washington, DC, I have been around poli-ticians all my life. I am so old I can remem-ber when the word “politician” was always used in a respectable way. Tony, however, never met today’s definition of the term. For me , he has been the most approach-able elected official I have known. I have observed people of every background and economic status approach him with their problems and he truly listens to them. It doesn’t matter the time or place, he stops to talk with citizens about the issues. His willingness to hear what folks have to say is one of his greatest attributes! Don’t you wish others, whether those holding office or in a position to help would follow his exam-ple?!? I have yet to meet any individual that doesn’t hold Tony in high regard, whether of his party affiliation or not. To my eyes, he is a hero and I am positive all those who know him held him with this same high re-gard. He is “unlike” many men and women we have sent to elected office, not only at the State level, but at the County and the National level as well.

Tony never lost that small hometown up-bringing where people relate well with one another on a one to one basis and where friendships are valued and maintained for life. His parents instilled in all their chil-dren an “obligation” to help others. Not once have I witnessed my friend adopting the haughtiness or aloofness of more famil-iar officials who live for the TV spot or the “sound bite” that brings them their notori-ety. There never once was any evidence that his position as the leader of his Party in the House ever went to his head. For me he is still that same nice guy that I and many others helped get into politics over two de-cades ago.

What you may not know about this man is the large amount of time he spends out in the community doing considerable volun-teer works for no other reason than he be-lieves, as I do, that “volunteerism” should be expected of all of us who are capable of helping out. We are both active members of our local American Legion Post 274 in Lusby. Tony has served as an Officer at the Post and is currently a member of the Legion’s Executive Committee advising the Legion’s management on policy and financial matters among many other is-sues. He can be found there whenever the General Assembly’s annual session ends in the Spring. He often is observed alone on Friday afternoons and evenings in the Post’s kitchen quietly preparing chicken for the Legion’s Saturday BBQ sales that are held every second and fourth week-end. You will see him in front of the Post with his great group of volunteers selling tasty complete dinners for takeout or eat in at the Legion. There always seems to be

a line and they always sell out early. The funds gained from these volunteer efforts support many of the American Legion’s programs supporting the local community. Note these delicious BBQ chicken dinners are available to the Public as well as Legion members – just drive up to the Post and one of the helpers will come to your car, take your order and bring you your dinners to you. They start serving right at 12:00 noon so come early as Tony’s chicken has be-come very popular with the locals!

Let me take a moment to tell you about Tony and his wife Lori and their wonder-ful family. He and Lori will be married 35 years this coming November. They mar-ried after high school and have three grown children and two grandchildren. Their old-est daughter lives in Pennsylvania where she is raising the two grandchildren. Their son is an IT specialist in San Diego, Cali-fornia. Their youngest daughter is in Eu-gene, Oregon and is to get married later this summer. Tony recently lost one of his three older brothers to cancer. Additionally, he has three sisters. The entire family remains in mourning over the loss of their brother.

Lori has two brothers and a sister. Be-tween them, they have many, many nieces and nephews and in-laws. Tony says they are a very close, tight knit family. He just shared with me the news that his father in-law is not doing well and his condition was serious enough for Lori to rush down to South Carolina to be by his side. Her dad is in my prayers….

Although he is not from southern Mary-land, he likes to say “he got here as fast as he could”!

I have used this line occasionally myself even though I am “from just up the road”. The Chamber of Commerce loves it when we use it! He did visit St. Mary’s County in his youth when his brother had a home in St. Mary’s City when he was stationed at NAS Pax River. He and Lori fell in love with area when he applied for a position with Baltimore Gas and Electric [BGE] upon leaving the service. His intent was to gain a few years of experience working in the commercial nuclear power industry then return home when an opening came up at Three Mile Island. Fortunately for all of us, that opportunity didn’t come about and the O’Donnell family became rooted here in Calvert County. He and Lori agreed this would be a great place to live and raise a family! As Ed McMann would tell John-ny Carson, “You are correct sir”! My wife and I felt the same way having travelled all

THE UNPLUGGED TONY O’DONNELL

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THE UNPLUGGED TONY O’DONNELL

over the world upon being stationed here at NAS Pax River in 1979. It was one, if not, the best decisions we ever made!!!

Oh, there is so much more I can tell you about this great individual, about his two decades of work with the American Le-gion Maryland Boys State each summer, his work with the American Red Cross as a Board Member of the Calvert County Chapter, his work in the Navy as coordi-nator of their smoking cessation program done in conjunction with the American Cancer Society to mention just a few. Serv-ing others has always been a strong part of his life. It is who he is and he wouldn’t have it any other way. And he doesn’t see anything changing any time soon just be-

cause he is stepping down as our Delegate.Tony, I have come to realize why you

and I have become great friends during these 20+ years we have known one an-other. We ae both half Italian which makes us passionate about people and things we believe in. Our mothers are Italian with Pennsylvania roots; my mom was raised in Scranton. We both ran off to Uncle Sam’s Navy to find our way in this world and obtain our college education. We married well and we each had two girls and a boy and have become grandparents. But there are a couple of things that reveal some mi-nor differences; you went into the Nuclear Navy and I went into Navy Patrol Aircraft designed to find those sub guys and their

“Ruskies” counterparts! And despite our huge differences of opinion concerning our favorite NFL team [the subject of another story another time], we have remained the best of friends throughout! I truly admire the many years of service you have given, not only to our County and State, but our Nation as well. You are a true example of how a man can become a real American role model, for not only our youth, but for their parents as well! You are a genuine “southern Maryland treasure” for all of us. I am proud to be your friend and I salute you for your wonderful life’s dedication in support of others. Thank you my friend! Congratulations and good luck with your new role!

FINAL NOTE: I am truly a fortunate guy. Last week I was able to tell you the story of Thomas Johnson, a son of Calvert County who became the very first Del-egate from Calvert to the initial meeting of Maryland’s General Assembly [and later Maryland’s first Governor] in the early days of our country. And this week I am able to tell you the story of Tony O’Donnell, our most recent representative to the Mary-land House. These are two great men with similar characteristics and values. They both have left legacies for their great bod-ies of work. And they both have made the citizens of Southern Maryland very proud. I am thrilled to have brought both of these great men to you attention.

Currently, we are guided by the Calvert County Comprehensive Master Plan that, as two sides to a coin, speaks to having both a rural character AND robust com-mercial activity in our town centers. Seems obvious that less commercial activity in the town centers means greater and increasing tax burdens placed upon residential in the rural area.

Keep enough commercial activity out of here and it won’t be affordable to live in the rural area. Would that ensure Calvert County stayed really Country? Would that result in the quality of life that many desire?

We often hear about wanting to keep Cal-vert County Country, yet just how Country is our county; how has change been man-aged, and just what constitutes Country? Let’s go back in time.

For those who disagree with commercial activity such as that envisioned for Armory Square (some are vocal that way, but just as many or more support the project), just how Country shall we become? Shall we ignore the Comprehensive Master Plan knowing that rural living will become unaffordable to many as it was less than 2 centuries ago when only rich landowners could afford to prosper here? Calvert County was really Country then.

Shall we return to the 1970’s new nuclear power plant days? When that facility came on line, county commissioners received a

$6 million check (about the yearly budget) and managed change creating and imple-menting zoning; that was controversial.

Because of that power plant, a bridge between Calvert and St. Mary’s was built that changed the character of the county for good. Those commissioners also began a course that took years to improve the edu-cational system. Was Calvert County really Country then?

Shall we return to the era before then when sharecroppers farmed tobacco? They essentially took out loans from banks be-fore the farming season and paid back the loans after selling the tobacco crops. Cal-vert County was really Country then.

Just how far back in time should we go when Calvert County was really Country?

Instead, let’s move forward knowing that we are all in this together, that we try and balance needs for commercial retail as well as residential. Managing that comprehen-sive master plan vision of both rural char-acter and robust commercial in town cen-ters is before us.

Managing growth remains a priority concern since out of control growth would not be in the interest of our citizens; neither would being taxed so much our citizens return to a time of low quality education, poor living conditions, and a Country envi-ronment nobody wants.

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There’s a new dog in town!

Dr. Kirk Forrest, a veterinarian for over 30 years, and Anne Forrest previously owned St. Mary’s Veterinary Hospital in Lexington Park, MD.

“We are excited to bring Wag N’ Wash to Southern Maryland,” said Anne Forrest. “We knew that Wag N’ Wash was the right fit for us. Their view of customers as guests and their focus on exceptional service provided by well-trained staff is the same philosophy we held while operating the veterinary hospital.

In addition to offering pet food and supplies, self wash and grooming services, Anne and Kirk plan to host local pet adoption events, dog and cat vaccine clinics, and pet wellness seminars. “We consider the store a learning center for well pet care where pet parents are educated on how to transition their pets to a healthier lifestyle,” said Kirk Forrest.

Wag N’ Wash® is the premier destination for all of your healthy cat and dog needs. We understand that your cats and dogs are more than just pets, they are cherished members of the family.At Wag N’ Wash we offer a large variety of unique goods you won’t find in other stores. Our staff is knowledgeable, friendly and happy to help!

“We are excited to bring Wag N’ Wash to Southern Maryland!”

Meet the local owners!

2016-07-07 Calvert County Times

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