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As The County Times reported in the Dec. 20 issue, the College of Southern Maryland confirmed it will build its fourth campus Hughesville. The new campus will house CSMs Center for Trades and Energy, which is currently held in a leased facility in Waldorf. Francis Jack Russell, St. Marys County Commissioner President, said the county never really a chance to build such a project
The Democratic Womens Club invited Board of Education Vice President Kelly McConkey to discuss school safety. We have to concentrate on what can we do better to keep kids safe, McConkey said. One focus is entrances to schools. Many are designed so visitors can bypass the main office, making it difficult to keep track of who is coming and going during the day. To augment school safety, the Board of Education is requesting $350,000 from the Board of County Commissioners, McConkey said. Receiving input from teachers is important, but McConkey said he has heard teachers say they are not willing to talk about their ideas for fear of stirring things up. Audience members suggested setting up anonymous hotlines for students and employees to bring attention to perceived threats without fear of repercussion. Board of Education President Eugene Karol, who also attended the meeting, said he would be in favor of a whistleblower policy. McConkey said the board is considering more stringent policies regarding bullies and reporting bullying. One attendee suggested the board consider putting fences around schools in remote areas, where anyone could approach the school from any side. Karol said
Photo by Sarah Miller Kelly McConkey speaks to the Democratic Womens Club.
fences are a good idea but the size of some properties, such as Patuxent High School, made such actions cost prohibitive. McConkey said the county is focused on replacing glass doors with solid ones, changing the entrances to funnel visitors into the main office to sign in and ensuring all doors are locked. Current procedures include mandatory background checks for all employees and volunteers in the schools, and photo ID verification for visitors. Good ideas regarding school safety often involve money, according to McConkey. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Chesapeake Beach Town Council adopted its tier mapping system, meeting the state mandated the Sustainable Growth and Agricultural Preservation Act of 2012. The vote was a 3-3 split, with Mayor Bruce Waugh casting the tie-breaking vote in favor of passing the map. It would be nice to be in compliance with the law, he said. The council debated what should be done with monies from the speed camera near Beach Elementary School. Some favored using the funds to pay for the full time officers in Chesapeake Beach and North Beach, others favored purchasing a tag reader to be mounted to a vehicle permanently assigned to the area. Council member Bob Carpenter called the tag reader a little too big brother for me. The council will make a decision at a future meeting. The Nam Knights chapter out of the Chesapeake Beach American Legion proposed a new memorial for the Veterans Memorial Park to honor Vietnam and military veterans. The council voted unanimously to support the Nam Knights efforts and allow them to erect the memorial. Chesapeake Town Attorney Elissa Levan made the first donation toward the memorial, with other council members pledging to follow suit. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A St. Marys County Circuit Court Judge sentenced Chesapeake Beachs M&M Amusement owner to eight years in prison for drug possession. Robert Anthony Mister, 43, was originally charged with being part of a prescription drug ring selling pills on the streets of Calvert and St. Marys counties, but his lawyer, Thomas V. Mike Miller, argued that his client was not actually involved in their sale. My client is an addict not a dealer, Miller, the Maryland Senate president, said, The only reason he pleaded guilty to possession with the intent to distribute is because of the number of pills. Since Mister also works as a construction site supervisor; putting him in jail, Miller said, would mean he could no longer help support his large family. Miller asked for a local sentence and work release for his client.
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During the week of Feb. 18 through Feb. 24 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriffs Office responded to 1508 calls for service throughout the community. Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriffs Office website. Go to www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward. The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Obstructing: On Feb. 18 at 1:14 p.m. Dep. L. Wood conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the Lusby Town Square shopping center. The driver initially gave a false name. After determining his Dijon Matthews correct identity, he was found to be driving on a suspended license. Dijon Matinique Matthews, 22 of Lusby, was arrested and charged with assume anothers identity to avoid identification or apprehension and obstruct and hinder a police officer and driving while suspended. Theft: Someone stole $975 worth of oil out of an oil tank behind a home in the 2800 block of Ridge Road in Huntingtown. Dep. R. Kampf is investigating the theft that occurred sometime between Jan. 1 and Feb. 18. Theft: Two spools, each containing 1000 feet of white, black and red wire, were stolen from a barn on Hunting Creek Road in Huntingtown sometime during the month of February. The wire is worth $2,000. DFC R. Kreps is investigating. Theft: Between Feb. 18 and 19, someone stole a glossy black 14-foot enclosed trailer valued at $5,000 from a business on Schooner Lane in Prince Frederick. The trailer has a dent on the left side. DFC R. Kreps is handling the investigation. Tampering: A victim in the 8800 block of Dayton Avenue in North Beach advised DFC J. Norton that someone rummaged through his unlocked vehicle between Feb. 18 and 19. It does not appear that anything was taken. Theft from Vehicle: Between Feb. 18 and 19, unknown suspect(s) stole medication and other items from a vehicle parked outside a home in the 3800 block of 7th Street in North Beach. Dep. M. Quinn is investigating. Destruction of Property: Someone caused $500 in damage when they shattered the rear window of a vehicle parked at a home in the 1700 block of Grays Road in Port Republic between Feb. 20 and 21. Cpl. R. Wilson is investigating. Theft from Vehicle: A purse containing $250 in cash was stolen from a vehicle at a home in the 12700 block of Great Lane in Lusby overnight between Feb. 20 and 21. It is unknown if the vehicle had been locked. Dep. T. Buckler is handling the investigation. Attempted Burglary: Someone pried two window screens in an attempt to make entry into a home in the 9900 block of Golden Russet Court in Dunkirk between Feb. 13 and 20. DFC J. Lord is investigating. Burglary Case: Unknown suspect(s) broke into a home during the daytime hours on Feb. 22 in the 1900 block of Owensville Court in Dunkirk and stole over $2,400 worth of property; a Kindle Fire tablet, Beretta 9mm pistol, Samsung 32 inch television and Xbox 360. DFC R. Kreps is handling the investigation. Disorderly Conduct: On Feb. 23 at 1:59 a.m. Sgt. R. Selkirk responded to Captain Bigs Bar in Chesapeake Beach for the report of a large fight in progress. One subject, Taft Brazner who appeared intoxicated, was asked numerous times to leave the scene; however, he refused to do so and became disorderly. Selkirk arrested Taft Michael Brazner, 24 of Sunderland, and charged him with disorderly conduct and failure to obey a lawful order. Destruction of Property: Someone broke out the rear window of a pickup truck parked in the driveway of a home in the 11900 block of Hemlock Road in Lusby between Feb. 22 and 23. Nothing was taken. The damage is estimated at $500. DFC A. Clas is investigating. Destruction of Property: The front door of an unoccupied home on San Jose Lane in Lusby was discovered to have been kicked in on Feb. 23. It is unknown when the damage occurred and if any items were taken from the home. DFC A. Clas is investigating. Destruction of Property: On Feb. 24 DFC R. Kreps responded to a home in the 600 block of Marley Run in Huntingtown for the report of damaged property. The victim advised that a mailbox light was damaged and four solar lights had been stolen. A second homeowner in the 500 block of Marley Run advised her mailbox had been knocked over and broken. Two victims on Channel Court advised solar lights and lampposts had been pulled out of the ground and broken. A total of over six hundred dollars in damage was done. DFC Kreps is continuing the investigation.
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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports. Possession of Drugs and Concealed Weapons On Feb. 12 at 9:36 p.m., TFC West stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 and Sixes Road. in Prince Frederick. Marijuana was observed on the front seat. During a search of the vehicle, a concealed knife and a pair of brass knuckles were located. Mitchell J. McKinney, 23 of Mechanicsville, was arrested for possession of drugs, drug paraphernalia and concealed weapons. Theft On Feb. 13 at 3:07 p.m., Trooper Barlow responded to the 12300 block of Rousby Hall Rd. in Lusby for a reported theft. Investigation revealed that Alice L. Marshall, 20 of Lusby, stole an Ipod from the victims residence and sold it to a store in California, Md. Charges are pending. Possession of Heroin On Feb. 14 at 1:59 p.m., TFC Sorenson responded to a reported traffic collision on Mt. Harmony Rd. near Rt. 2 in Owings. Scott A. Callaway, 26 of Huntingtown, was found to be in possession of suspected heroin and drug paraphernalia. Callaway was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. DUI & Resisting Arrest On Feb. 15 at 12 p.m., Trooper Matthews attempted to stop a vehicle on Rt. 4 south of St. Leonard Rd. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. The driver refused to stop and proceeded north on Rt. 4. Troopers were able to force the driver to stop on Rt. 4 at Church St. in Prince Frederick. The driver, LaTonya R. Johnson, 36 of Lexington Park, resisted arrest, and was additionally charged with DUI and numerous traffic violations. She was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Heroin On Feb 15 at 5:46 p.m., TFC Esnes stopped the vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at Dares Beach Rd. in Prince Frederick. A search of the vehicle revealed heroin and drug paraphernalia. A passenger, Angelique H. Bazan, 21 of Annapolis, was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. DUI & Possession of Heroin On Feb 15 at 7:15 p.m., TFC Esnes stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at Rt. 231 in Prince Frederick. Walter S. Robertson, 41 of Edgewater, was arrested for DUI. A search revealed he was in possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Marijuana On Feb. 15 at 10:46 p.m., TFC Logsdon responded to the Super 8 Hotel in Prince Frederick for a complaint of the odor of marijuana emitting from one of the rooms. Gregory R. Wigman, 43 of Norcross, GA, was found to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Possession of Marijuana On Feb. 16 at 9:29 p.m. TFC Wiersma stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 north of Sixes Rd in Prince Frederick. The odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A search revealed marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Joanne N. Neal, 19 of St. Marys City, was arrested and charged with possession of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
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Both have seen weight change, but in different directions. I lost 20 pounds, Evans said. I actually gained 10 pounds but Im a carb junky, Bruffy said. Bruffy said that theyve learned to live without meat and with soy-based products formed to be meat and cheese substitutes in so many ways he doesnt miss it now. If you look into it youre really not giving up anything, Bruffy said. But the transition hasnt all been easy, they said. When they first started they found themselves back sliding on a product they both loved: cheese. The vegan lifestyle goes beyond just eschewing meat but also any kind of dairy products and eggs. We would break down and order a cheese pizza, Bruffy said. And giving up foods they had always enjoyed made for some irritable people in the beginning, Evans said. The first three months there were some tempers flaring, Evans. Youre body goes through withdrawals. But now theyve become so accustomed to a plantbased diet that if they eat anything even tinged with egg or dairy products their digestive system gives them fits, they say. Photo By Guy Leonard While Evans and Bruffy consider themselves strict vegans they are not as strict as others in their community Natalie Evans cooks up a vegan dish of stir-fried vegetables for dinner they still have leather furniture and clothing items. Their first group meeting Jan. 12 at the Leonardtown Far from being out-of-town hipsters, Evans and Bruffy live in the county and both are graduates of Chopti- library had 15 participants and they plan on having about half that at their March gathering, Evans said. con High School. The next meeting of Southern Maryland Vegans and Both their son and their daughter are local high school Vegetarians will be at the La Plata library on March 2 from graduates, too. We follow the vegan diet 100 percent but were not so 10 a.m. to noon. For more information call 301-481-2741. much into it for the animal rights, Bruffy said. Evans said her main goal now is to persuade restaurants to open up more vegan offerings and create a list of guyleonard@countytimes.net those participating restaurants for the community.
Its how you live life and what you do that makes you successful, said Guffrie M. Smith Jr., a local educator and volunteer. I try to make the best out of every moment, Smith said. Smiths father earned his GED while in the service, then went on to own a trailer park, drive school busses and serve on the PTA in his childrens schools. Smith would go with him to cut and sell wood to help support the family. His father took time to help Smith with 4H projects and gave him the opportunity to attend a national 4H competition, where Smith got to shake President Richard Nixons hand at the age of 16. His fathers example was an inspiration to be heavily involved in the community, Smith said. After 40 years in education and community volunteering, he has no intention to slow down. Its hard to hit a moving target, he said. You get stale if you dont do different things. Smith worked 33.5 years with Calvert County Public Schools, from 1964 1975 and 1981 to 2004, and 6.5 years with the Maryland State Department of Education, from 19751981. He is a current member of the Maryland State Board of Education. As an educator in Calvert, he worked as a teacher, vice principal, principal, supervisor, coordinator of Healthy Families, director of curriculum/instruction and coordinator of a resource center. At the state BOE, he was a specialist in migrant education, specialist in Title I and Migrant Branch Chief. He served on regional and statewide boards and committees including the States Professional Standards and Teacher Education Board, social studies curriculum writing and assessment teams and the Multicultural Education Task Force. When he applied for a position with the state department of education, he had a few options open to him. He was the top salesperson for World Book Encyclopedias in the area, and had been offered a position as a manger, which offered more money than a position in education. He could have remained in Calvert education, working at Beach Elementary School at the time. He chose the state department of edu-
Photos by Frank Marquart Guffrie Smith sets up a display for the Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth.
he hands out checklists with 40 developmental assets to build upon young peoples strengths that enable them to be successful members of the community. Children and the adults in their life have to work together, Smith said. He works closely with the African American students at Patuxent High School to encourage them to voice their needs, take advantage of opportunities. He also shares his life experiences with them. He and the CCCY hosted a community forum in Chesapeake Beach, working with students and adults to make the community more youth-friendly. CCCY co-hosts, with Southern Maryland College Access Network, a college and career summit at the College of Southern Maryland. Smith works with the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Christmas in April, Kiwanis Club of Calvert, Calvert County Historical Society, the Calvert County libraries, and United Methodist Men. In 1988, Smith was the first African American selected for the Calvert County Mercantile Bank Board. He and his wife were elected for king and queen of the 2002 United Way Mardi Gras. He was named Kiwanian of the Year for Calvert in 2006 and given the Goldstein Award by the Calvert County Democratic Club in 2009. In April, Smith will go to the state DARE conference to learn about changes in the program and ways to integrate asset development in Calvert programs. Smith cant sit idly by and waits for others to act if he wants to see positive changes in the county. Moving forward, Smith hopes to find opportunities to give testimonials and allow others to learn from his life experiences and beliefs. Smith graduated from St. Marys County Public Schools and earned his B.S. and M.A. degrees from Bowie State University. He earned 60 hours toward his Doctorate from Nova University. He was the first generation in his family to attend college. His siblings followed suit, he said, many of them receiving scholarships. His brother is basketball coach Orlando Tubby Smith, who currently coaches mens basketball at the University of
Minnesota. Smith is the oldest of 17 children born to Guffrie and Parthenia Smith. His wife, another Calvert educator, was the middle of 12 siblings. Both of their families gave them opportunities to succeed, which Smith and his wife attempt to pass on. They helped one of their daughters raise money for a trip to Russia when she was in high school. CCCY First Vice President Donna Millar worked with Smith while she was on the board for the Boys and Girls Club, while working for the Department of Juvenile Services and with Tri-County Youth Services Bureau. In all the time she has known him, Smith gives everything probably 250 percent, she said. Hes absolutely dedicated to improving education for all youngsters. To her, Smith is the perfect role model for youth and families. He exemplifies what and how we should be, Millar said. Former CCCY President and current Co-Director Marie Andrews has worked with Smith for six years. Hes always in a good mood, and thats not always the case with everyone in the world, she said. Smith said people like Andrews are the reason the community is a better place for youth. They take the initiative to make things happen. Andrews has a tremendous amount of respect for Smith and how he cares for children. No matter where he goes and what he does, Smith has knowledge and experience to help anyone in the room, according to Andrews. He can work with youth and adults. Children see him as an adult they can open up to. I dont know if its a magic thing or what it is, she said. For all his exuberance, Smith cant be everywhere and do everything. He doesnt have a lot of time for the nitty gritty, which is where team members come in. The world is lucky to have people like Guffrie Smith in it, Andrews said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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A recent memo from the O'Malley administration outlines the devastating effects of federal budget cuts on Maryland due to sequestration. Maryland's economy is especially vulnerable to cuts in federal spending due to the high number of federal employees and other defense related jobs and industries in this state. In addition, sequestration would also significantly reduce Marylands non-governmental employment base. All this will lead to significant tax revenue losses. It is therefore totally incomprehensible that some politicians in Washington, particularly on the right, are unwilling to compromise in order to prevent this devastating sequester from happening. All politicians should be working together to replace these irrational spending cuts that can cost local jobs and hurt our economy. I am thankful Congressman Steny Hoyer has been working very hard to encourage his colleagues, on both sides of the aisle, to replace the sequester with a fair and balanced plan to reduce the deficit. Maryland, especially southern Maryland, cannot afford sequestration, which is an irrational, meat-axe approach to solving our fiscal challenges. We need to bring down our deficit while protecting jobs and maintaining investments in education, workforce development, innovation and other areas that will keep our local economy competitive. Congressman Steny Hoyer understands that we must make the tough choices to bring down our debt, but not at the expense of jobs and economic growth. He has always been a strong advocate for our military installations, small businesses, schools, and working families here in Calvert County and I thank him for continuing to urge Congress, on both sides of the aisle, to turn off the sequester with a balanced, comprehensive plan. Thomas J L Hausmann Owings
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Photo by Sarah Miller Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth member Becky Lebow leads conversation.
go to the school guidance counselors because students can see them going in and they worry counselors wont keep their confidentiality. Groups exchanged information and phone numbers to make a directory, which Millar said should go directly to the youth as well. Students need somebody they can call at any time, with any issue, and know they will not get in trouble. For some students, having somebody like that is the difference between graduating from school and making a mistake that lands them in jail or dead. For more information about the collaborative and upcoming community meetings, visit www.calvertkids.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
One of the most memorable discussions was around the rise and impact of the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China), Every week, students Rudman said. from Calvert and St. Marys Politic nights are casual. They counties gather to talk about normally start with pizza, and then hot issues in Southern MaryScheiber introduces the topic and land, Annapolis and the rest leads students in discussion. of the world. Scheiber chooses topics acThe weekly student cording to student interests and politics meeting grew out current political topics. Group sizof an idea St. Marys Ryken es range from one to 20 students. teacher Ken Scheiber heard Once numbers stabilize, and if stufrom his students at St. dents are interested, Scheiber said Marys Ryken, to find time he plans to invite guest speakers. to talk politics more in depth Photo by Sarah Miller Mergner has learned to see and understand both sides of Ken Scheiber leads both sides of an argument, and a debate. conversation. build a stronger case to express his St. Marys Ryken senior Mark Mergner helped come up with opinions. Rudman said the group has broadthe ides when he canvased with Scheiber for the Tony ODonnell campaign on Aug. ened my intellectual horizons and helped 9. He said the school should offer politically him understand different points of view. Scheiber intends to continue the group relevant groups for students. The only suggestion Mergner would during the 2013-2014 school year, and durmake is to get more students involved in the ing the summer if students are interested. The groups meet at the Republican student politics nights. Currently, the group is comprised of Republican-leaning mem- Central Committee headquarters in Prince bers. Democratic-leaning individuals would Frederick and at St. Cecilia Parish in St. Marys City. The groups have been meeting balance the conversations, Mergner said. St. Marys Ryken junior Ethan Rudman since the end of September, welcoming stuwants to see more teens involved in politics dents from home, public and private schools. For more information, e-mail Scheiber night. He said he joined after hearing about the group during Scheibers politics class in at kms33344@comcast.net. September, and has attended regularly since. He plans to remain involved during his se- sarahmiller@countytimes.net nior year.
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of Frederick, Md.; and her former husband F. Samuel Keiffer. Also surviving are five grandchildren and a brother Robert Morrison of Queenstown, Md. Frances was preceded in death by a brother Ralph Morrison. Services for Frances were private. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the Carol Jean Cancer Foundation, Inc., 10718 Cleos Court, Columbia, Md. 21044, or online at www.cjcf4kids.org. For information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
ment followed in the church cemetery. Pallbearers: Michael George, Kevin George, Timothy Nash, Scott Wojcik, Thomas George, Derrick Joines, Brian Shrawder and Brad George.
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William Lee Billy Sears, 88, of Owings, Md. passed away Feb 20, at Calvert County Nursing Center in Prince Fredrick, Md. He was born in Paris, now part of Owings, Md. on Feb. 15, 1925 to Stanley Lee and Nellie Lee (Walton) Sears. Billy was raised on his familys farm and attended Calvert County Schools. He married Mary Virginia Phipps in Forestville, Md. in Aug. 1943. Bill enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Aug. 14, 1943 and served until being discharged as a Private First Class on May 12, 1945. After his discharge from the service Billy returned home and worked at Owings Lumber Company until 1955 when he went to work for the Maryland State Highway Administration. He retired as Senior Shop Clerk with the SHA in 1984. Billy enjoyed rabbit hunting, fishing, playing baseball and softball. He loved spending time with his family, eating hard crabs and oysters and watching old western movies. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Margaret Smith and a son James W. Sears. Surviving are his wife Mary V. Sears of Owings, Md., a daughterin-law Nancy Lee Sears, grandsons James W Billy Sears II and his wife Tracy, and Phillip S. Sears and his wife Shannon, and five great-grandchildren Cody, Kyle, Kelsey, Kylie and Sammy, all of Lusby, Md. Friends called on Feb. 25 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, Md., where a service and celebration of Billys life followed. Inurnment at Mt. Harmony Cemetery was private. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Harmony UMC Building Fund, 155 E Mt. Harmony Road, Owings, Md. 20736. For information or to leave a condolence visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com
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Two area high schools robotics teams are heading to California to compete in the VEX World Championships in April. La Plata High Schools Angle Warriors and Calvert High Schools The A-Team bested 26 other teams in the Southern Maryland VEX League Championship held at the College of Southern Maryland Feb. 16. Their successand that of all budding engineers in Southern Marylandhas been the goal of CSM faculty and staff since the colleges first robotics competition in 2006. Teams competed in a VEX game called Sack Attack which required robots to pick up beanbags and score them in goals. To build and program robots to complete this feat require teams of students to think and work collaboratively as engineers. The day started with 28 teams from 16 middle and high schools vying to qualify for the VEX nationals and worlds. When the day ended, teams from all three Southern Maryland counties advanced: La Plata High School from Charles County, Calvert High School from Calvert County and the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center from St. Marys County which qualified for the VEX Nationals in Nebraska. Through STEM, CSM is hosting Spotlight on STEM in April with events expected to draw more than 3,500 area students and
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The La Plata High School Angle Warriors and the Calvert High School A-Team made up the competitions winning alliance and received the Tournament Champion Award. Their win qualifies them for the VEX World Championships in Anaheim, Calif., April 17-20, 2013.
SMECO who has created a $100,000 scholarship endowment to provide financial assistance to full-time students entering or currently enrolled in CSMs associate of science in electrical engineering program. For information on sponsorship opportunities, visit www.csmd.edu/Foundation/ or contact CSM Development Director Martina Arnold at MArnold2@csmd.edu or
301-934-7649. For information on CSM robotics programs for elementary, middle and high school, and collegiate levels, visit www.csmd.edu/ stem/. To view results and photos from the 2013 VEX Robotics League Championship, visit www.csmd.edu/News/ MediaResources/13Febvex.html.
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Thursday, Feb. 28
Little Minnows: The Fish Tank Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons), 10 to 11 a.m. Presented by author Kristina Henry. Brought to CMM through PNC Bank, this program includes the story and a craft. Space is limited and pre-registration suggested. Free thanks Pre-registration and a $35 nonrefundable class fee is required. Class attendees must be 18 years or older. To register call Bonnie at: 301-922-4325 or email, owrcsecbonnie@msn.com or Ron at: 410-326-0937. A working lunch will be provided by Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center (O.W.R.C.). Classes are co-sponsored by a grant from the Wexler Wildlife Foundation. A tour of O.W.R.C will be available after the class. Kids N Critters: Rainbow Makers Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, 2880 Grays Road, Prince Frederick, 10 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 3 to 5. Adult participation is encouraged. What colors go into a rainbow? Did you know that sometimes we can make new colors by mixing the ones we have? We will play with mixing colors and making colors in this class and spend some time outside on a color hunt. Fee per child: $3/BCNES members $1. Reservations required. Register online: www.calvertpa Praise-N-Thunder Homeless Outreach Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 S. Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, 11 a.m. The 1st Saturday of each month. Meet in the Youth Building to make lunches and travel to D.C. to serve the homeless Contact Tim Duelley at 240-997-0316 Family Program: Salamander Soiree Vernal Pool Walk at Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm, 2695 Grays Road, Prince Frederick, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For families with children 5 years and older. Dont miss this great opportunity to explore one of the lesser known Calvert County Natural Resource Division areas the Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm. Well hike through the woods to search for vernal pools and streams fed by spring rains looking for spring wildflowers and amphibians along the way. Wear your rain boots and wear clothes that can get muddy. This hike may not be suitable for children under the age of five as it will be off-trail on uneven ground. $5; BCNES members $3. Fee is per child. Registration and Payment is required. For more info call 410-535-5327 Ping Concert Middleham and St. Peters Episcopal Parish, Great Hall, 10210 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby, 4 p.m. Ping, founded in the spring of 2012, is an exclusive vocal group drawn from members of the St. Marys College of Maryland Chamber of Singers and directed by Professor of Music Larry Vote. This group will be performing works spanning from the 16th century to today. All concerts are free and open to the public. Free will offering welcomed. All proceeds will benefit the Interfaith Build for Patuxent Habitat for Humanity. Charity Quarter Auction at Calvert Elks Lodge On Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick, 1p.m. Auction starts at 2 p.m. Call 410-535-5110 Calvert County Republican Campaign Workshop Holiday Inn Express, 355 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick, call for times Experienced instructors from the Leadership Institute will cover a number of topics and will teach and show you how
Out&About
to make a difference in our local and state governance. This training gives you the nuts and bolts needed to work more effectively in campaigns. Its not enough to be an activist. You need to make sure your time yield results. You need to be the most effective possible. To register and if you would like a discount, please go to www.leadershipinstitute.org: go to the March 2 date. Registration is $25 per person. If you use the code word calvert you will receive a nice discount. Lunch will be provided. Seating is limited, so register before Feb. 22. For more information, email: info@ calvertgop.org. Vegetarian & Vegan Meet-up LaPlata library, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It doesnt matter if you are vegan, vegetarian or veg-curious, you are welcome and invited and are encouraged to bring a friend to our second meet-up. This is a friendly and low-key meet-up, no agendas and no pressure. The purpose of this and future meet-ups is to offer an inviting social setting for networking with like-minded friends who care about their well-being, the well-being of animals and the environment. Discussion will focus on the purpose and mission of the group, building community support (things such as reaching out to local restaurants to offer vegan menu options), vegan potlucks, sharing resources (films, books, journals, recipes, news info) and how the group will network with other groups for community outreach. Bring an open-mind and any ideas that you would like to see here locally in Southern Md.
SENIOR LIVING
Friday, March 1
First Free Friday Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons), 5 to 8 p.m. This month features the opening of the Youth Art Month Exhibit by students from Calvert County schools in the lobby. EnjoyHarmony Grit performing traditional and contemporary folk, country, and light rock, starting at 6:30 p.m. These four local musicians compliment rich vocals with guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjolele, bass, harmonica and cello. Sock Hop benefitting the homeless Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 S. Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Calling all women - Break out your poodle skirts and bobby socks, and come join the fun in the church fellowship hall. Bring a dish to share and a package of socks or underclothing for the homeless. We will be taking up a love offering. Contact women@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org or call us at 301-855-3555
Saturday, March 2
United Methodist Mens Breakfast Trinity United Methodist, 90 Church Street, Prince Frederick, 7 to 10 a.m. For more information, call 410.535.1782 or visit www.trinityumchurch.org Indoor Yard Sale to benefit Adult Day Care of Calvert County Adult Day Care of Calvert County 975 Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, 8 a.m. to Noon The center is located on the lower level of the health department building (main entrance in back) on the corner of the hospital campus. Adult Day Care, an independent nonprofit organization, is a structured day program of compassionate care and community-based activities for elderly and disabled adults, designed to enhance their physical, social and emotional health. Call 410-535-0133, visit www.adcofcalvertcounty for more information or email director.adc@gmail.com. Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation in Maryland an in depth review. 6 CEUs Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This class will introduce individuals and licensed rehabilitators to basic medical practices and care of wild animals to include state and federal licensing requirements. The class is open to the public, licensed rehabilitators, veterinarians, vet techs, and animal control officers. It is intended to provide licensed rehabbers with an in depth review of emergency care and treatment of wildlife as well as introduce new rehabbers to wildlife rehabilitation practices and the wildlife rescue community.
Sunday, March 3
Brownie Badge Program Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons), 1 to 3 p.m. Brownies Badge Program In the Wind. Fee $11; preregistration is required. Call 410-326-2042 x41 for more information and to register.
Tuesday, March 5
Patuxent Kids: Blustery March Huntingtown, 10 a.m. March is the windy month, or so they say. How are birds and animals surviving the bitter cold winds of winter? For ages 3 to 5. Adult participation is required.
Wednesday, March 6
Cinema Caf Sense and Sensibility Calvert Library, 850 Costely Way, Prince Frederick, 6 p.m. We celebrate Womens History Month with an award-winning film based on Jane Austens first published novel Sense and Sensibility, a satire of 18thcentury dating games. After wealthy Mr. Dashwood dies, his second wife and her daughters are left poor by the rules of inheritance. Although the women are taken in by a kindly cousin, their lack of fortune affects the marriageability of both Dashwood sisters, practical Elinor and romantic Marianne. This movie is not only a delicious romance but laugh-out-loud funny. Lights go down at 6 p.m. and the film will be followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30 p.m.. Light refreshments and coffee will be served. For more information call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) 855-1862.
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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail sarahmiller@countytimes.net.
Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, Feb. 28
Justin Myles Experience Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m. Trivia, Ladies Night and Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Friday, March 1
Stereo Case Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Karaoke Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 7 p.m. Quagmire Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 2
No Green Jelly Beenz Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.
Photos by Sarah Miller Leslie Downs works on jewelry.
and fiber crafts by appointment. For more information, call 410-535-3510 or e-mail chnaca@gmail.com. Donley and Downs share their space with two dogs and friends who bring their own projects to work on while they visit. Individuals wanting to work with larger groups can take classes at the Bead Boutique in Prince Frederick, in the same shopping center as the Green Turtle. Owner Tricia Hall sells Toho seed beads, Swarovski crystal, semi precious, glass, bone, wood beads as well as silver and gold findings, wire, beading string, needles, PMC and tools out of her store. She offers professional assistance and free workspace at a first come, first served basis. She sells finished products. Classes offered at Bead Boutique range from stringing beads to metal smithing, beading on a loom and glass fusing. Classes are available for beginner through advanced level crafters. Teachers are awesome instructors who are masters of their craft, Hall said. She has taught students from 5 through 80 years old. The shop is available after hours for birthday parties and largegroup classes. For more information about Bead Boutique, visit www.mdbeadboutique.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Live Music Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m. Redwine Jazz Trio The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 3
World Tavern Poker Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 1 and 4 p.m. Live Music Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m.
Monday, March 4
Chili Cook Off Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 12 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5
Steve Nelson and Rusty Williams Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 6
Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 7
Trivia, Ladies Night and Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Friday, March 8
4 Friends Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Adam Ritchie Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
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