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By Kay Poiro Staff Writer On Saturday, Dec. 14, the St. Marys County sheriffs department participated in the 11th annual Shop with a Cop program. Children and law enforcement volunteers met in the Wildwood shopping center. From there, police cruisers caravanned to Walmart for their shopping. St. Marys County Shop with a Cop program is a non-profit organization made up of members of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 7 and the Optimists Clubs of St. Marys County. President of the 3rd District Optimists Club, Toni Long says they receive the names of participating kids through the St. Marys County Public School system. The teachers see these kids everyday, she says. Theyre closer than anyone. They know what they have and what they dont have. We have had kids that have never had a matching pair of socks. But youd be surprised at how many kids choose to buy household things with their money instead of toys. Nearly 100 children ages 6-12 were given $200 spending money. After shopping, they went to the St. Marys County fairgrounds for breakfast and gift-wrapping. Superintendent of St. Marys County Public Schools, Dr. Michael J. Martirano was also on-hand for the event. He noted that he knew many of the children personally and said a true measure of a community is how it takes care of its less fortunate and that St. Marys County is a true example of walking the talk. Law enforcement from the St. Marys County Sheriffs Office, Maryland State Police, United States Coast Guard, Federal Bureau of Investigations, St. Marys College Public Safety, Prince Georges County Police, the Department of Parole and Probation, and the Department of Defense Police volunteered their off-duty time to shop with the kids. Shop with a Cop is a 501(c)3 non-profit. 100% of donations go directly to the program, which is run by volunteers. Funding for Shop With a Cop is raised over the course of the pervious year by fundraisers and direct donations to members of the organization. Tax-deductible donations are accepted year round through Shop with a Cop, Inc. at 23150 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or mailed to Shop with a Cop, Inc., P.O. Box 2336, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Chick Fil A also hosts Shop with a Cop fundraiser nights every other month in St. Marys County. For more information about the Shop with a Cop program, contact Detective Bill Raditz at 301-475-4200, ext. 1958. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer St. Marys sheriffs deputies allege a man who became embroiled in a domestic argument with the mother of his child followed her in his vehicle as she left the home and used his own vehicle to ram hers while the child was still in it. John Francis Tippett, Jr. faces charges of first-and-second-degree as sault but has since been released on bond from the countys detention center. Police say that Carey Bowen, the defendants girlfriend, left the home where the argument occurred on Park Hall Road and drove to another residence on Havilland Road in Lexington Park and as she was driving away from a house police said was left in disarray, she told police she kept getting phone calls from Tippett that if she did not
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Matthew Scott Hurry, 27, who was recently captured in Ohio after being on the lam from St. Marys authorities on charges that he brutally beat and robbed a woman in her own home has been formally indicted and now faces a litany of other charges. Among them are failing to register properly with authorities on time as he is a convicted sex offender. Hurry, of Mechanicsville, also faced charges of violating probation this week but his hearings were continued. He now faces charges of first-de gree burglary, first-and-second-degree assault, theft from $1,000 to under $10,000, two counts of malicious destruction of property, robbery, armed robbery and failing to register properly as a sex offender. The burglary occurred March 19 in Leonardtown, police said, when Hurry, a child sex offender, allegedly broke into the female victims home by kicking in the door.
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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
On Dec. 15 Deputy Beasley responded to a residence in Lexington Park, for a domestic disturbance in progress. The victim alleged suspect, John Francis Tippett Jr., 37, of Park Hall, followed the victim in a separate vehicle to the residence and demanded the victim exit the vehicle. When the victim refused, Tippett got back into his vehicle and purposefully drove into the back of the victims vehicle. The victims small child was inside the vehicle at the time. Tippet was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 1st and 2nd Degree Assault. On Dec. 13 Deputy Shomper responded to a residence in Lexington Park, for a domestic disturbance. The victim alleged suspect, Matthew Anthony Brown, 53, of Lexington Park, struck the victim in the face with his fist during an argument. Deputy Shomper observed fresh evidence of injury on the victims face. Brown was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. On Dec. 14 Corporal Maletto responded to Walmart in California, for a theft. A loss prevention employee observed a male subject, later identified as Alvin Enrique Colina, 31, of no fixed address, with a shopping cart full of merchandise. The subject then exited the store without paying. The value of the stolen merchandise was over $200. Colina was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with Theft Under $1,000. On Dec. 14 Deputy Lawrence responded to a residence in Mechanicsville, for a reported burglary. The victim alleged her locked bedroom had been bro ken into and several of her belongings were stolen. The investigation revealed a roommate of the victim, identified as Nicholas Taylor Cave, 23, of Mechanicsville, was home during the time the crime was committed and witness statements support Cave broke into the victims bedroom. Cave was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. A search of Cave revealed he was in possession of a plastic baggie containing suspected prescription medication. He was charged with 1st Degree Burglary, 3rd Degree Burglary, Theft $1,000 to $10,000, 4th Degree Burglary Dwelling, 4th Degree Burglary Theft, and Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance Not Marijuana. On Dec. 14 Deputy LaFave responded to the 27000 block of Three Notch Road for a reported domestic assault. An off duty Prince Georges County po lice officer observed a Dodge truck attempt to ram a Nissan passenger vehicle several times. The officer stopped the truck and identified the driver as Eric Manual Scriber Jr., 22, of Morganza. Deputy LaFaves investigation revealed Scriber had been chasing the victim (operating the Nissan) for several miles attempting to ram the victims vehicle off of the road. Scriber was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. He was charged with 1st and 2nd Degree Assault and Reckless Endangerment. On Dec. 11 Deputy Teague responded to the Kmart in California, for a reported employee theft. Deputy Teagues investigation revealed, Sierra Renee Savoy, 20, of Lexington Park, stole cash from the register and items of merchandise totaling over $1,300 since being employed at the store in August 2013. Savoy was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. She was charged with Theft $1,000 to $10,000 and Theft Scheme $1,000 to $10,000. On Dec. 12 Sergeant Safford of the Lexington Park COPs UNIT, ob served Adrian Fauvet Dubost, 26, of Prince Frederick, consuming an alco holic beverage on South Coral Drive in Lexington Park. Dubost was charged with possession of Alcoholic Beverage by Criminal Citation. On Dec. 10 Deputy LaFave responded to a residence in Mechanicsville for a reported domestic disturbance. The victim alleged Jean Marie Gagnon, 44, of Mechanicsville, assaulted the victim with her hands during an argument. Deputy LaFave observed fresh evidence of injury on the victims face. Gagnon was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. She was charged with 2nd Degree Assault. On Dec. 12 Corporal White responded to a residence in Lexington Park for a reported assault. The victim alleged suspect Angie Sheree Porter, 35, of Lexington Park, struck the victim in the face with her fist. Deputy White observed fresh evidence of injury on the victim. Porter was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Marys County Detention Center. She was charged with 2nd Degree Assault.
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By Kay Poiro Staff Writer Located on Rte. 5 in the True Value shopping center, Sakura Bar and Grill is under new management and wooing customers back. New owner and manager Andy Seow has wasted no time making changes since their grand re-opening on Dec. 1. We are still mostly Japanese food, Seow says. He explains that about 90% of the menus dishes come from Japan. However, weve also added tastes of food from all of Asia food, so were a Japanese restaurant with a little extra. Seow says his strategy of continuing the more common Japanese dishes alongside lesser-known Asian are is working. He notes the positive reaction from his regular customers. Im encouraged by the diners, Seow says. One of his fondest memories is when a group of customers pulled him aside on the day of his grand re-opening and offered him a few words of comfort. They told me no matter what, stick around. Hang in there. It warmed my heart.
Sakuras Bar and Grill features a sushi bar and domestic beer on tap
Not to be confused with the Sakura Japanese Steak and Seafood House chain found in Waldorf and Annapolis, Seow ways his bar and grill offers a more relaxed atmosphere. We are a restaurant for families who love delicious, inexpensive food and are looking for something different, he says. For him, that something different means bringing only the best ingredients to his customers table, including hormonefree chicken and beef. Diner who come to Sakura are willing to expect a culinary experience outside the norm, he says. So, were giving them an opportunity to experience foods from other countries while they are here, as well. Those other countries include Singapore, Thailand, and his native Malaysia. In fact, most of the menu additions have been food and drink from his homeland. Weve added a few Malaysian delights to the base Japanese menu, Seow says.
Items include classic Malaysian white coffee, Hazelnut white coffee and Malaysian pull tea- a form of milk tea. In the near future, Sakura plans to launch a lunch buffet. Featuring two hot bars and a cold bar, it will include the more popular Japanese dishes, while also offering foods from neighboring countries. Although he has planned a New Years Eve event, Seow is cautiously optimistic about adding more to his plate. Weve been open for less than a month, he says, adding that he would rather listen to what his customers want and work from there. In the meantime, hes content for Sakuras Bar and Grill to be known for its authentic Japanese foods- and a little more. Our willingness to offer a sampling of all Asian foods, that is what makes us truly different, he says. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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We should all thank Mr. Glenn Weder for the Social Security history lesson provided in his letter to the editor Dec 12, 2013. Unfortunately I think Mr. Weder probably received an "F" in history and the County Times has done its readers a disservice by publishing this letter and legitimizing such myths. Mr. Weder states the President Roosevelt promised this program would be voluntary. The Social Security program was never voluntary and Mr. Roosevelt never promised that it would be voluntary. From the first days of the program to the present, anyone working on a job covered by Social Security has been obligated to pay payroll taxes. Although in the early days many jobs were not covered by social security those who did not participate in the program did not collect any benefits. Although today most jobs are covered under this program, the obligation to pay payroll taxes is as true today as it was in 1935. Mr. Weder also stated that it is no longer true that the Social Security trust fund would be used only to fund the Social Security Retirement Program. Again, Mr. Weder's statement is wrong. The operation of the trust fund has not changed since 1935 and Mr. Weder's statements obscure the real problems that this nation must address to keep the program solvent. The federal government, under both Republican and Democratically controlled governments, has borrowed massive amounts of money. In fact from 1981-to-1993 under Reagan and Bush the national debt nearly tripled, under the second George Bush the national debt more than doubled in 8 years. Under Obama the borrowing continues. Over $2.5T of our national debt is owed to the Social Security trust fund. Who does Mr. Weder trust to pay this money back - the same Republicans who have railed against the program for decades? Or perhaps Mr. Weder would rather have the federal government default on this debt. The demagoguery expressed by Mr. Weder will not resolve the issues the nation must address to keep the Social Security program solvent. Mr. Weder stated that Roosevelt promised participants that the Social Security tax would by only 1% of the first $1400 dollars of income. Again Mr. Weder makes another a false statement. Roosevelt never made that promise. In fact the initial law included provisions to increase the rates and income levels over the course of many years. Since the passage of the Social Security act in 1935 Congress has made additional adjustments. The largest adjustment was signed into law by a Republican president, Ronald Regan, in 1983. Mr. Weder stated that under Democrat Jimmy Carter immigrants moving into this country began receiving Social Security payments even though they may never had paid a dime into the program. Again Mr. Weder makes another false statement. Neither immigrants nor anyone else are able to collect Social Security benefits without paying Social Security payroll taxes into the system. Perhaps Mr. Weder confused the Social Security program with the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, a welfare program, signed into law by President Nixon on October 30, 1972. I could continue rebutting Mr. Weder's every statement however I think your readers will get my point. At the very lease I hope I alert your readers to do their own research. Every statement Mr. Weder made in his letter is false and through such demagoguery he does the citizens of St Mary's County and the entire nation a disservice. By publishing a letter filled with false and inflammatory statements your paper also participates in this demagoguery. Tom Wolf Lexington Park, Md.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer
The College is Southern Maryland is nearing the end of their preparations for reaccredidation. During their Dec. 12 meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the self-study document which will be used during the reaccredidation process. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accredits CSM, according to CSM President Brad Gottfried. The MSCHE is one of several entities given power by the federal government to afford accreditation to higher education institutions. Being accredited means the school is eligible for federal money, which in turn makes pell grants and other financial aid to students, Gottfried said. Schools that loose their accreditation often end up closing. In most cases, a school looses accreditation because they were already failing and the loss of accreditation is the final straw, Gottfried said. Schools must be reaccredited every 10 years, Gottfried said. CSM has been working on the self study
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Great Mills High School Raises Over $800 for Shoe Fund
By Kay Poiro Staff Writer A Great Mills High School spare change drive netted $867.67 in support of the St. Marys County Public Schools shoes fund. Spearheaded by Sisters In Success, a school mentorship program aimed at introducing female students to community service and leadership, the effort lasted just under 30 days. A pizza party was promised for whichever class raised the most money. Assistant Principal and head of Sisters In Success, Contina Quick-McQueen says, Last year, we collected food and donations for Thanksgiving. I threw some ideas out for a community service project this quarter and they chose the shoe fund. The shoe fund is entirely donation funded. Pupil Personnel Workers identify children who may need new shoes for the first day of school. New shoes are then purchased for the children. The money goes directly from the shoe fund to buy shoes for our children, Superintendent Michael J. Martirano says. This is money making a direct impact in the community A check for the amount raised will be presented to the Board of Education during their Jan. 8 meeting. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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Superintendent: Education Fine Arts Academy Opening for 2014-2015 School Year
By Kay Poiro Staff Writer If you cut the arts, you cut creativity. Then what will students have to read and write about? This is how Superintendent of St. Marys County Public Schools Dr. Michael J. Martirano illustrated his reasoning for expanding arts in the St. Marys County Public Schools. During the Dec. 11 Board of Education meeting, the superintendent once again advanced the idea of a fine arts academy at the high school level. We expose all our children to the arts, Martirano says. However, those students with a greater affinity and aptitude deserve the opportunity to excel. That opportunity will come for high school students in the 2014-2015 school year. Superintendent Martirano told The County Times that the Fine Arts Academy will open its doors in time for the next school year. The first cohort of 50 freshmen is expected to be gin instruction in the fall of 2014. Martirano says the academys implementation will be staggered, with the second year seeing freshman advance to sophomores as a new freshman class of 50 is admitted. Year four will see the full student body of 200 students. Laurel Dietz, St. Marys County Public Schools Supervisor of Instruction for Fine Arts, is currently leading a committee to finalize a curriculum that will include weekly seminars, master class critiques, and guest speakers as well as classes on audition preparation. We are an hour and a half from Washington, D.C., two hours from Baltimore, says Martirano. We will be taking advantage of our proximity those cultural centers, as far as instruction goes. He adds that one more teaching position will be added to the budget for the program. The position will be filled during the normal hiring period taking place this spring when teachers are hired for the school systems other signature programs: the Academy of Finance, Global and International Studies and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Martirano says the creation of a fine arts academy continues the countys tradition of providing a holistic educational experience for its students. Citing his philosophy that all children are gifted and all children can and will learn, the Superintendent stresses that we are educating the 21st century learner and cannot afford to overlook the value of creativity and imagination. The Fine Arts Academy will be yet another jewel in the crown of instruction for our young people, Martirano says. Last month, Martirano threw his support behind another signature program, the Curriculum of Agricultural Science Education (CASE). Although still in the planning stages, this signature program would be housed at the James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center. All of our signature programs provide a solid foundation of learning for our young people, says Martirano. kaypoiro@countytimes.net
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Feature Story
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Ive become me again for the first time in 20 years. Raina Seymour is a Resident at Ruths Miracle Group Home with a 20-year history of drug and alcohol abuse. She got married at 20 years old to a man who abused her. As a young woman, she said her days typically consisted of getting high, working a little bit and getting hit. She finally managed to break the cycle, eventually divorcing her husband and making an effort to get clean. She found Ruths Miracle Group Home, a transitional facility, through the Southern Maryland Community Network. She was starting to change her life, but the abuse in her life, both physical and substance, cost Seymour most of her teeth. When she came into Ruths Miracle Group Home earlier in the year, Seymour didnt smile, didnt want to talk to people and spent a lot of her time avoiding contact with anybody, according to group home founder Veronica Alston. Ruths Miracle Group Home Financial Development Officer Rhonda Crawley believed Seymour needed something to boost her self-esteem. She said to Seymour Raina, were going to get you a new smile. Seymour didnt believe Crawley, having never experienced somebody wanting to do something for her without expecting repayment or trying to extort something from her. Crawley set out to make the dream a reality. She approached her personal dentist, Dr. Tomicka JacksonGeorge of Neibauer Dental Care, about getting a new set of dentures for Seymour. Jackson-George agreed to see Seymour for a consultation. Seymour said she was in Washington D.C. with the other women from the home, eating at Golden Corral after having helped out with a local United Way Day of Caring when Crawley called with the news. I was crying and eating fried chicken, Seymour remembered, laughing. The first appointment, her consultation with Jackson-George, was on Oct. 16. This day was significant for Seymour it was the anniversary of her wedding to her ex-husband. Now its the day she realized becoming a whole new Raina was not just possible. It was going to happen. The first step was assessing the damage and making a mold of Seymours mouth, Jackson-George said. She sent the mold to the denture manufacturer, who made dentures to fit Seymours mouth, even accounting for the
Dr. Tomicka Jackson-George, left, Rhonda Crawley, Veronica Alston and Raina Seymour worked to create a new smile for Raina.
teeth that would have to be pulled. The day that Seymour came in to have her teeth pulled was the day she got her dentures. Patients dont have to try to get along without teeth for eight weeks before their dentures come in, Jackson-George said. Helping Seymour was a team effort, Jackson-George said. Everyone in her office offered time and help to give Seymour a new smile. Raina was numbed for the surgical procedure, but after that refused to take any pain killers She has seen Jackson-George once a week to adjust her dentures as the swelling from surgery goes down. Dentures are a challenge because a person needs to re-learn how to eat and talk. Jackson-George said helping Seymour was her way of paying it forward. During her senior year of dental school, one of her patients was a man who needed a set of dentures. He never paid her bill and she was informed she had to settle his account before she would be allowed to graduate. Jackson-George began calling him to discuss his payment but he never responded. Eventually his employer heard one of
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Jackson-Georges messages and offered to pay the bill and settle accounts with his employee privately, allowing Jackson-George to graduate on time. He didnt have to do that, JacksonGeorge said, and it inspired her to help others when possible. The organization Jackson-George is affiliated with makes an effort to serve the community, Once a year, dentists from all different Neibauer branches gather in Waldorf for a free dental day, seeing patients and performing dental care free of charge. For anybody needing dental work who has fallen on hard times, Jackson-George recommends contacting the Maryland Donated Dental Services for aid. Ruth's Miracle Group Home opened in 2009 to provide at risk women in Southern Maryland Area a safe haven and a chance to start life over once more. The overall goal for every client that joins our family is to aid in grow and development that results in full independence and a self-sufficient lifestyle, Alston said. The homes mission is to meet the immediate needs of homelessness and to address concerns of physical and substance abuse that exists in the lives of women who are struggling to overcome mental influences and emotional scars encountered as a result of domestic violence, drug use, alcohol addiction or incarceration. They dont try to reinvent the wheel at the home, Alston said. Instead, they focus on improving upon the foundation each woman comes with to bring out the best in themselves. Seymour hopes to inspire other women to have the courage to achieve their goals. Her smile is not the only new thing in her life she has a new job and a new outlook on life. She has reconnected with her children and looks
forward to earning her GED, building a career and buying a home and a car. Gone is the retiring woman Seymour had become and in her place is an outgoing, talkative woman who is ready to face the world, Crawley said. It brings a different twist to the song All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth. For more information, or to donate to Ruths Miracle Group Home, visit ruthmiraclehome.com. For more information about Neibauer Dental Care, visit www.neibauerdental.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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St. Marys County Special Olympics Partners with the Medically Oriented Gym
By Karen Wathen and Penny Brueggeman St. Marys County Special Olympics has partnered with The Medically Oriented Gym (M.O.G.) at Gateau Physical Therapy& Sports Medicineto train 19 athletes in theirstate of the art facilityfor the upcoming2014Special Olympics USA Games.Exercise Physiologist, Keri Ramey, assisted groups of athletes over a short period of time to become adept in the use of exercise machines for their respective training needs according to their sport. The athletes then are able to work out at the M.O.G. with a chaperone or coach who has also been trained on the machines.Ms. Ramey has continued to oversee the training and provides additional assistance to them. It has been a pleasure working with these athletes. They are giving it their all during our workout sessions together. They all have different goals to reach and it feels good to be a part of that,said Ms. Ramey. The M.O.G. offers a full range of exercise options for all people. Each member receives an initial assessment from theexercise physiologistwho thenprovides them with an individualized exercise program. Assessments are done every 90 days thereafter. Their mission is to deliver a level of service that the member never expected, every day. They are committed to assist all people in obtaining a healthy and fit lifestyle, and have a variety of programs to meet everyones needs. The Special Olympics USA Games will be held during the week ofJune 14, 2014in New Jersey. St. Marys County has a talented delegation comprised of 19 local athletes; these athletes will compete as a part of the 200 member Team Maryland delegation.They will be competing in bocce, bowling, cycling, golf, track, and flag football during the national competition. The athletes representing St. Marys competing in individual sports during the 2014 USA Games are:Russell Bucci (bocce);Mary Herbert (bowling);Rachel Hicks (bowling);Amanda Lowe (cycling);April Towler (golf);Tyeshia Holt (track);Khadisha Young (track);Jason Swift (track);andMatt Dobson (track). St. Marys Special Olympics Flag Football team will also be represented within Team Maryland by athletes:Larry Mills;Corey Woodland;Avery Long;Anthony Cyrus;Sam Huffman;Kegan Zimmerman;Shaun Ridley;Thomas Smith; Brandon Chan;and Durrell Scott. In addition to thiswonderful line-up of athletes, St. Marys County also has a large group of adult volunteers attending the 2014 USA Games:John Gallagher (bocce coach); Bill Lowe (golf coach); Jeff Hagen, Sr. (track coach); Wil Ridley (flag football coach); Don Bewick (flag football coach); Lynne Baker (aquatics coach); Kourtney Baker (assistant family coordinator); Ann Marie Goddard (volunteer); Jason Zimmerman (volunteer) and Mary Lu Bucci (team manager). These volunteerswill besupportingTeam Maryland during the upcoming training season as well as atthe JuneGames. Coach Jeff Hagen reported that the track athletes are going to be entered into the 4x100 with athletes from other counties and we want to make sure St.Mary's County shines andpromotes the entire teams capabilities. That is what the opportunity of using this gym will provide to
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us. Additionally, Coach Bill Lowe noted that with the generosity of the M.O.G, the athletes will be performing at the top of their game leading into the event. Team Maryland will be well represented. St. Marys County Special Olympics is extremely grateful for the resources which The Medically Oriented Gym at Gateau Physical Therapy& Sports Medicine has been able to provide to these amazing athletes during their preparation for the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games. A special thanks to the owner, Bonnie Gateau, for her overwhelming support of Special Olympics. The Medically Oriented Gym at Gateau Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine is located at 23123 Camden Way, California, Md. 20619. For more information about the gym and GPT please call301-866-5444.
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Obituaries
Gabriel Richard Farrell
Gabriel Richard Farrell, infant son of Richard Donovan Farrell and Julie Christine (Shirley) Farrell of Hollywood, Md., passed away on Dec. 9, at Med Star St. Marys Hospital, Leonardtown, Md. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings, Kyle Lee Johns, Sage Alexandra and Donovan James Farrell, of Hollywood, Md.; his grandparents, Thomas Bosie and Milly (Vallandingham) Farrell, Charles W. and Deborah K. (Feeley) Shirley; his great grandparents, Lucy H. Vallandingham, of Leonardtown, Md., and Bette Stiles, of Mechanicsville, Md. A Graveside Service was held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12, at the Vallandingham Family Cemetery, Clements. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
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Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md. to make everyone happy. Mary was deeply devoted to her family and her Catholic faith. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Mechanicsville, Md. A graveside service will be held on Friday, Dec. 20, at 11 a.m. at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD 20623. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marys memory may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glenn Allen, VA 23058-5216 or Hospice of St. Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Her family wishes to thank the caregivers at the Hospice of St. Marys for the tender care they provided her during her stay. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
A longtime resident of central Iowa, Helen retired from U.S. West Communications as a customer service representative. She moved to Florida 10 years ago, was a member of the Red Hat Society, the Mulberry Womens Club and supported Shepherds Lighthouse. She enjoyed time with family and friends, and played golf and bocce ball. Helen is survived by her sister Ann Clough (Doug) of Champaign, Illinois; two children, Robin Helton (Richard) of Chamberlain, South Dakota and Robert Rote, Jr. (Kristi) of Leonardtown, Maryland; five grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Rote, Sr., and her sister, Marilyn Breese. Memorial Services will be held on Dec. 21, at 11 a.m. at the Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 1511 Buenos Aires Boulevard, The Villages, FL 32162 and on Dec. 28, at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 3100 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50317. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County <http://www. hospiceofmarion.com/donations.html>, the American Cancer Society < https://donate. cancer.org/index?campaign=search&gclid= CISp3Ony17oCFadFMgodQEcAYA>, and a foundation is being established in Helens name in coordination with Taylor Farm Assisted Living <http://www.taylorfarmassistedliving.com/>. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
Roland B. Decker, 95
Lt. Col. Roland B. Decker, USAF (Ret.), 95, of Charlotte Hall, Md. died Dec. 12, at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Born March 9, 1918 in Springfield, Mass., he was the son of the late Wallace Decker and Clara Nash Decker. Roland proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1941 to 1961. He retired as a Lt. Colonel. He served in WWII and Korea. Lt. Colonel Decker was assigned to the 8th Air Corps. After his retirement he started his own vending machine company, which he ran from 1974 to 2000. He was a dedicated and hard worker. He was described by his mother-in-law as tougher than a boiled owl. He celebrated 52 years of marriage with his late wife, Doris Decker, who preceded him in death in Feb. 2013. He also loved his dogs, especially, Max. His hobbies included, skiing, hunting, travelling and camping. Roland is survived by his children, Jeffrey Decker and Roger Decker; his stepdaughter, Robbie Jones; his granddaughter, Heather Murray; and his great grandchildren, Marley Murray, Jack Murray, Max Murray and Judson Herbots. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Richard Decker. A graveside service will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
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moved to St. Marys County in 1968 from Prince Georges County, Gini was a member of the National Audubon Society, AARP, National Wildlife Federation, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Senior Vibes, and Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. She taught Sunday school and loved feeding birds. The family received friends on Tuesday, Dec.17, from 5 to 8 p.m., in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 10 a.m., in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Mechanicsville, Md., with Reverend Ann Strickler officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were; Kevin Hanger, and Robert Koslowski. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659 and or the charity of your choice. 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, Md.
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By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer The St. Clements Island Museum is still running its 28th annual Doll and Train Exhibit until New Years Eve. The dolls in the exhibit are donated to the museum each year by the Black Eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll clubs. The train sets and doll house are set up by Maggie and Anthony Hammett who donate their collections each year as well. The Doll and Train Exhibit was started
as a way to bring people into the museum for the holidays and share a way for families to celebrate the Christmas season together. Even 28 years later, there is still an interest in the dolls and the trains for people of all ages. Each year, the doll and train exhibit has a special theme that carries the exhibit for the season. This years theme is A Maryland Christmas and shares some of the facts and fictions of Maryland throughout the exhibit as well as the decorations. There are years where the theme of the ex-
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hibit deals with special Maryland history or certain anniversaries but for the most part contributors loan things to the museum and the themes tie in to the museums mission for that year. Those things are then coordinated with the doll clubs and donators who send the collections and that is what is chosen for the final theme. In addition to the viewing of the exhibits, there is also a hands-on remote control train that the public is welcome to run. The museum store is open during the times of the exhibit as well. The museum exhibits are open daily starting at 10 a.m., however, it is closed Dec. 24 and 25 in remembrance of Christmas. Admission for the museum is $3 for adults, $2 for senior citizens and military personnel, $1.50 for children ages six to 18 and kids five and under are free. The muse-
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manner with an attitude that might allow changes on both sides for a peaceful solution. In some cases, a friendly visit to the farm to learn more about the operation can eliminate many misunderstandings. Where to get help with... AGRICULTURAL QUESTIONS St. Marys Soil Conservation District, 301-475-840 or stmarysscd.com Maryland Department of Agriculture, mda.state.md.us/ University of Maryland Extension, Home and Garden Information Center, extension.umd.edu/hgic University of Maryland Extension - St. Marys Office, 301-475-4482 or extension.umd.edu/st-marys-county
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ply changing your eating habits. Good Luck! The ME PRINCIPLE. You can eat whatever you want in MODERATION with a steady diet of EXERCISE! Half the battle is won at the store. Shop smart. If you dont buy it you cant eat it. Cut down on fat intake. Avoid saturated fats (partially hydrogenated & trans fats) Healthy fats like mono and poly saturated fats are heart healthy and protect internal organs. Reduce the simple carb intake and focus on complex carbs (grains, beans, veg). You need carbs as an energy source; otherwise you will break down muscle tissue. Starving / eating one meal/ day slows the metabolism, promotes the storage food as fat. Read labels for fat calories. A 9:1, cal: fat cal ratio, or less, is best. (100 calories, 10 calories from fat.) Proteins & Carbs are 4 cal/gram, Fat is 9 cal/gram, which is why you get filled up eating fats. Read the ingredients! Dont consume food with sugar listed in first three ingredients. Excessive sugar causes: Diabetes; Inflammation; weakened immune system; Anxiety; Depression; Heart Disease; Weight Gain; Elevated cholesterol and Blood pressure, GI problems; Wrinkles; Fluid Retention; Headaches; Kidney Disease, Tooth Decay and more. Many protein drinks for our youth and elderly have less protein than a glass of milk. Dont believe the hype. Eat your biggest meal in the morning so you have all day to work it off. Less later as youre less active. Dinner around 6:00 so it too can be worked off. For a late night snack try vegetables, protein snacks, yogurt, nuts or protein bars. Dont eat too much at one meal. About 300-400 calories per meal will keep you satisfied. Eat 3 - 6 smaller meals throughout the day. Sticks burn quick keeping your metabolism burning hot vs a log that smolders. (Sm vs Lg Meals) If you are counting calories, dont eat the same amount each day as your body will adapt to that amount of calories and reset your metabolism to it.
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Children can celebrate holiday Children of all ages are invited to a holiday celebration at the Lexington Park branch on Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. The program will feature stories, crafts and songs. Libraries showing free movies Each library will show a free family movie on Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Charlotte Hall branch will show the sequel to the 2010 animated picture featuring Gru who in this movie is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal. The movie to be shown at Leonardtown branch is about a crop dusting plane that has a fear of heights but lives his dream of competing in a famous around-theworld aerial race. Lexington Park branch will show the movie in which two kids find and play a magical board game, releasing a man trapped for decades and a host of dangers. Health care one-on-one information sessions scheduled at libraries Individuals and businesses wanting information on the health care insurance options or need help with enrollment can attend one of the following sessions conducted by Walden Sierra: Dec. 20 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Charlotte Hall branch, Jan. 2 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lexington Park branch, Jan. 3 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. at Leonardtown branch. More sessions are scheduled at the libraries through March. Dates are posted on the librarys website. Donations sought for Tree of Warmth Donations of new or gently used scarves, mittens and hats are being collected at each branch until Jan. 4 for the Tree of Warmth project. The collected items will be distributed to local charities.
Vary it but keep the weeks total at your goal amount.(Instead of 1800/day; try 1600/day, then 2000/day, 1800/day, still averages out to 1800/day) Consume more fiber. Soluble and insoluble fibers are helpful with heart health and moving food through your body, respectively. It also controls sugar spikes and can help you feel full. Eat your calories dont drink them. Eating an orange is much healthier than drinking its juice. Increase water intake. Helps mobilize fat for energy, suppress hunger & is vital for health. Eating while drinking alcohol should be avoided. You have less self-control. Alcohol slows the metabolism and mixers have a lot of hidden calories. Swallow your food before drinking at meals. This will ensure you chew the food completely. Never eat a meal and take a nap, be active. Sumo wrestlers eat and nap to get big. Eat slowly. Chewing each bite 30 times to improve absorption 50%80% and feel full. Use a smaller plate or dont eat everything on it. Choose wisely when you add to it. Save the kids leftovers if you can, dont eat them. Those little nuggets can add up too. Avoid soda or other high calorie drinks. Artificial sweeteners and increase calories at meals. Diet soda is even worse. Soda stops Leptin from telling your body when youre full and makes your body more resistant to insulin, which controls blood sugar levels. High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is used widely because it is a cheap sweetener. Since its introduction, our weight is up, there is no insulin response to it, no Leptin response and mercury was found in one-third to half the samples tested. Fat free goodies also have calories that add up and chemicals you cant pronounce. Vary your diet. Try things like: undercooked vegetables; Mediterranean dishes; Indian foods; fresh foods and Oriental dishes; for greater nutrition.
Dr. Jay M. Lipoff is the owner of Back At Your Best Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, LLC, which is located in the Wildewood Shopping Center. Dr. Lipoff is also the author of Back At Your Best; Balancing the Demands of Life With the Needs of Your Body. It is available in book and Kindle format at Amazon. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University in 1990, a Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C.) from New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) in 1994 and he became a Certified Fitness Trainer (CFT) in 2005. Dr. Lipoff is an Executive Board Member, International Chiropractic Association Council on Fitness and Sports Health Science; has a radio segment: Back At Your Best in 5 Minutes or Less, contributes articles to The Huffington Post, Co-Founder, Drug Free Training USA; Member, NY Strength-promoting the importance of physical conditioning; Board Member of Public Relations Committee, Maryland Chiropractic Association; has spoke on nationally broadcasted radio interviews, has articles in print and referenced in over 100 print papers, magazine and on websites, President, Wildewood Business Network-promoting better business relations and community outreach.
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Holiday Closings The Department of Aging & Human Services will be closed on Dec. 24 and December 25, 2013 in observance of Christmas. The Department will be closed Dec 31, 2013 and January 1, 2014 in observance of the New Year. No Meals on Wheels will be delivered. Questions about the closings can be addressed by calling 301-4754200, ext. 1050. Living Well with Chronic Disease Start the New Year off with the best gift you can give yourself; improved well-being. The Loffler Senior Activity Center will conduct a six-week workshop on how to manage your chronic condition. The class meets at the center on Thursdays, Jan. 2 Feb. 6. This is an evidencebased program developed by Stanford University to help people with chronic conditions take charge of their life by developing self-management skills, including: dealing with depression and fatigue, pain management, working with health care providers and more. If you have a chronic condition and are serious about improving the way you feel, this workshop is for you. There is no charge for taking this class, however, a commitment to regular attendance is needed for good results. For more information, or to sign up call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
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St. Marys River Director of the about building or two a Bob Lewis, Executive , knows a thing focus groups to create has decided to with numerous Watershed Association sanctuary. 2014 class members quality by undertak- oyster reefs and has worked Spat in the rivers A group of LSM on local water sional habitat have dubbed themselves The direct impact in the St. Marys River. own financial wa- three-dimen on making a The LSM classmates committing their reef installation in the clean-up of our local set the pace create an oyster reef, complete ing an oyster oysters aid to Pac and have Chesapeake Bay. Filter-feeding to a healthier Lewis, Beverly Brown, support and volunteer hourson Saturday, Nov. 16. to help tershed and contribute Dodson, Bob Bridgett, Jeff Lehnertz, with spat, or infant oysters, already jumped on board members have Classmates Ray have Rebecca and community Carrie Kelly Fellow classmates Joe Klausner, LSM alumni us efforts. They ask for Project, Holly Meyer, MaryAnne Bowman and the group hopes their Legacy meet them on Michelle Ruble, the oyster population will be able to enjoy and show support of their eco-conscio volunteers to of generations Mary- will contribution and welcome of Maryland to be part made replenishing ensuring future surround the Southern College a $30 . with a goal of at St. Marys for our community and waterways which the waterfront and beneficial work clothes the beautiful wear lasting should something Association 11 and up land region. Volunteers age the feet. The Watershed covers footwear which jackets, gloves and food. and participants will provide life wheelbarrows are needed Hill Manor Road Snow Heavy-duty Friedmans, 47171 role will meet at Barry and their vital on oyster reefs tax-deductible doat 9 a.m. For more information or to make a of the watershed a.org. in the health visit www.smrw nation via PayPal, date is Sunday, Nov. 17. to leadershipFoul weather and send any inquiries revitalizing the Please RSVP We hope youll be part of River with us. somd@gmail.com. in the St. Marys mighty oyster
its many tax OMalley for run for tion of Martin Anthony Browns years. about administrahave said Lt. Gov. of the OMalley to speak informally GOP hikes and would be an extension has the most execuwill be on hand should be the next Craig governor has significandidates Ron George and why they Of the three while George not their campaigns nt experience . Lollar has to speak Maryland governor. 10 minutes tive governme in the state legislature Minority Whip candidate for will get about experience race but beat House Each candidate St. Marys area are cant political will for votes in she said. the tri-county this was yet won a rial candidates per- to attendees, Steny Hoyer national media that many in and n gubernato them Russell said to and Democrat the candidates garnering significant Three Republica a chance to talk with central familiar with and get straight answers County while e voters by the GOP not closely that give prospectiv at Lennys their chance to change attention. gathering sponsored to tonight a at area people sonally ty for of the tri-county times.net their questions.purpose is an opportuni committees California. instead of candi- guyleonard@county The real in candidates have Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. County Re- actually speak to the Russell said. at the current St. Marys The event begins them, the at of County aim head have taken dates just talking Mary Russell, Committee, said Harford businessman All three candidates publican Central Craig, Charles County County Delegate Executive Davidand Anne Arundel Charles Lollar
Mom & Dad, From the first day to the last of 2013, We loved spending every day with you And as we greet the year anew, We send our thanks and best wishes to each one of you! Love, Mary & John
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holiday spirit right to your home with a 30-minute showcase of wonderful holiday music on The GrooveSpan Christmas Special. From beautiful ballads to goofy grooves, theres something for everyone! Also featuring two original Christmas songs, Candles and Sweet Silent Night by local musician Charles Long, and Together for a While by Carl Reichelt and Jennifer Cooper. Both songs are available at www.cdbaby.com<http:// www.cdbaby.com>. So keep an eye out for this holiday treat which airs throughout December, only on Metrocast Channel 10. Schedule: Sundays 12p, 7p. Mondays 1p, 7p. Tuesdays 10a, 8p. Wednesdays 12p, 8p. Thursdays 7p. Fridays 11a, 9p. Saturdays 10a, 6p.
Thursday, Dec. 19
Sotterley Christmas Traditions Sotterley Plantation Various times, visitwww.sotterley. orgfor tour times. Visit Sotterleys 300 year-old plantation house beautifully decorated for the holidays and hear about the Christmas traditions of the families that lived here. Make this tour one of your holiday traditions!$15 per person. Advance reservations required, purchase tickets online atwww.sotterley.org. Cybersecurity Investment Tax Credit Briefing Webinar 9 to 9:45 a.m. This program has been rescheduled and will now be offered as a webinar. The access link will be provided soon on the registration page on the TPP website. NDIA S&ET Executive Breakfast The Army and Navy Club, Washington D.C., 7:15 a.m. to 9 p.m. Speaker:Dr. Robie Samanta Roy, Defense Science and Technology Advisor, Senate Armed Services Committee
Fowler Road, Chaptico, 7:30 p.m. The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance HomeSpun CoffeeHouse will sponsor its popular annual Holiday Open Mic. This is a great event with many varieties of holiday music and lots of friendship, so if you havent been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start! The doors Open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30. The admission fee for this event is only $5, and performers are admitted free. For additional information, or to sign up to perform (holiday themed music please), please contact John Garner atgarner@wildblue.net. Its suggested that you bring a small appetizer or dessert to share! There will also be beverages available (donations requested). For directions or more information about SMTMD go towww.smtmd.org STEM-ING: Ruby Tuesdays Community Giveback Ruby Tuesday, 45138 First Colony Way, California Bring the flyer from our calendar page<http://www.paxpartnership.org/ index.cfm?action=CL2&Entry=126 4>, and 20% of your dining bill will be donated to STEM-ING (formerly known as Expand Your Horizons) on Dec. 20 to Dec. 22
St. Johns School Orange & Grapefruit (and Pecan) Sale Pick-up Saturday, Dec 21 & Sunday morning till 1 p.m. Some extras will be ordered. Details are also available on the St. Johns School website or atwww. sjshollywood.org/AboutSJS/OrangeGrapefruit-Sale.aspx. For more information, call 301-373-8545.
Monday, Dec. 23
Emotional Peace E.A. Beacon of Hope Recovery and Wellness Center, Lexington Park, 6 p.m. Weekly meetings of Emotions Anonymous, a mutual aid 12 step program for those desiring emotional wellness, are starting at Beacon of Hope Recovery and Wellness Center. Emotions Anonymous (E.A.) meetings are open to anyone who has the desire to be emotionally well. People attend Emotions Anonymous meetings for various reasons, among them feelings related to depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and other difficulties. The only requirement for membership is a desire for serenity and peace of mind. Over 900 meetings are held weekly in 26 different countries. Emotions Anonymous meetings are mutual aid/self-help meetings and are not counseling groups. Meetings are held each Monday at 6 p.m. Beacon of Hope Recovery and Wellness Center of Walden is located at 21800 N. Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park, in Millison Plaza (behind Family Dollar.) For more information, please contact Laura at 301-997-1300 x 804 or at beacon@waldensierra.org. You may also visit www.emotionsanonymous.org for more information about E.A. Elks Holdem Bounty Tournament 45779 Fire Department Lane,Lexington Park, 7 p.m. 301- 863- 7800 No Limit Holdem Poker Tournament $25 Buy in = 3,500 chips $5 add-on = 500 chips and raffle drawing Top ten percent places paid. This tournament is part of our Fall/Winter Leaderboard challenge. Earn 1 point for every player that busts out before you. You do not need to participate in the leaderboard challenge to come out and play. Earn a BOUNTY chip worth $5 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. Food and Beverage are available for purchase. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem : $1- $2 no limit Omaha Hi/Lo : $.50 - $1 no limit Please enter through the side of the building. Questions: James Dean 240-5770828 Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo.com
Saturday, Dec. 21
STEM-ING: Ruby Tuesdays Community Giveback Ruby Tuesday, 45138 First Colony Way, California Bring the flyer from our calendar page<http://www.paxpartnership.org/ index.cfm?action=CL2&Entry=126 4>, and 20% of your dining bill will be donated to STEM-ING (formerly known as Expand Your Horizons) on Dec. 20 to Dec. 22 St. Johns School Orange & Grapefruit (and Pecan) Sale Pick-up Saturday, Dec 21 & Sunday morning till 1 p.m. Some extras will be ordered. Details are also available on the St. Johns School website or atwww. sjshollywood.org/AboutSJS/OrangeGrapefruit-Sale.aspx. For more information, call 301-373-8545.
Friday, Dec. 20
Sotterley Christmas Traditions Sotterley Plantation Various times, visitwww.sotterley. orgfor tour times. Visit Sotterleys 300 year-old plantation house beautifully decorated for the holidays and hear about the Christmas traditions of the families that lived here. Make this tour one of your holiday traditions!$15 per person. Advance reservations required, purchase tickets online atwww.sotterley.org. Buone Feste con Musica! Jennifer Cooper & Carl Reichelt (GrooveSpan Duo) DiGiovannis Restaurant, 14556 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, 6 to 9 p.m. w w w. d i g i ov a n n i s r e s t a u r a n t . c o m 410-394-6400 Jennifer and Carl return to DiGiovannis to serenade your soul and warm your heart on this special evening for holiday music. Enjoy award-winning cuisine, specially prepared by Chef Anna, while the sweet sounds of your favorite holiday tunes fill the air. Holiday Open Mic Night Christ Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach
Sunday, Dec. 22
Gretchen Richies Jazz Cabaret Caf des Artistes, 5 to 8 p.m. The Gretchen Richie trio performs favorite holiday tunes at Leonardtowns fine French Cafe. Sing-alongs will be part of the evening! No cover charge. Reservations recommended. Call 301-997-0500. STEM-ING: Ruby Tuesdays Community Giveback Ruby Tuesday, 45138 First Colony Way, California Bring the flyer from our calendar page<http://www.paxpartnership.org/ index.cfm?action=CL2&Entry=126 4>, and 20% of your dining bill will be donated to STEM-ING (formerly known as Expand Your Horizons) on Dec. 20 to Dec. 22
Tuesday, Dec. 24
Christmas Eve Service 46707 Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park, 6 and 8 p.m. A family-oriented service will be held at 6 p.m., followed by a candlelight service at 8 p.m.
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Jennifer Cooper & Carl Reichelt (GrooveSpan Duo) Blue Dog Restaurant 7940 Port Tobacco Rd, Port Tobacco, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. www.thebluedogsaloon.com 301-3921740 Jennifer and Carl return to the Blue Dog Restaurant to spend a special, musical Christmas Eve with you. Enjoy award-winning cuisine, specially prepared by Chef Gary Fick, while the sweet sounds of your favorite holiday tunes fill the air. Reservations are recommended.
Wednesday, Dec. 25
10th Community Christmas dinner Father Andrew White School, Leonardtown, 2 to 6 p.m. The St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Aloysius Church is sponsoring. This dinner is free and for anyone desiring a good meal and/or wanting to share the spirit of Christmas with others within our community through fellowship. All are welcomed to attend. Anyone requesting a dinner delivery will need to contact us by Wednesday, December 18. For more information, call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 301-481-2942 or email us at svdp@saintaloysiuschurch.org.
Thursday, Dec, 26
Piney Point Exhibit Lighthouse Holiday
44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, 10 a.m. Relive the holiday magic and memories of childhood at the Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum & Historic Park! The Home for Christmas theme embraces Christmases past as each room of the lighthouse keepers quarters depicts a past eras with nostalgic toys, decorations and items of the day. This step back in time will delight parents and children of all ages. A scavenger hunt activity will lead you through the exhibit and provide interesting facts of interest. The Lighthouse Lens Museum Store is brimming with holiday decorations and crab pot Christmas trees, lighthouse and nautical gifts and souvenirs, clothing, jewelry, books, home dcor and more! Many unique items not found anywhere. Shop local and shop where your dollars make a difference. All proceeds benefit museum programs, projects and exhibits. Admission: $7 adults, $3.50 senior citizens, military, and students 6 to 18, and children 5 and under are free. Admission includes a guided tour of the museum and historic campus. Call the museum at 301-994-1471 for more information or go on line to www. stmarysmd.com/recreate/museums. Presented by the St. Marys County Museum Division of Recreation and Parks and the St. Marys County Board of Commissioners
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Throughout the month of December, Annmarie Garden has held their 19th annual Garden in Lights event. Originally, the event was significantly smaller and was held as a drive-through event. For the past several years however, the Annmarie staff have created more extravagant pieces and this year, there are eight different galleries to be seen throughout the quarter mile wooded area stretch that makes up the Garden in Lights. The galleries are separated into different themes; popular culture, featuring pieces with Batman and Superman as well as Mario and more. There is an Air and Space Museum gallery where spaceships, Startrek and Starwars characters and objects are featured; fantasy land where the Three Little Pigs and other fairy tale creatures are on display. Following that is the Museum of American West where one can mosey alongside cowboys and girls. And wrapping up the journey are Botanical Garden and Under the Sea themes. The mission of the event, according to Director of Marketing and Development Bill Stevenson, is to engage people and integrate art with nature. Each of the sculptures for the light show are hand made by the staff, using only LED lights and special plastic which has to be cut with holes drilled into for the lights to be strung through. Keeping up with the modernization of the world and trying to keep the
younger audiences interested, sculptures such as a 6 foot giraffe along with What Does the Fox Say characters are also featured in the exhibits. The Garden in Lights tradition was put into place before even the buildings were in place. The event is known as a holiday tradition during the winter season where families can still come to enjoy the garden although the weather is a bit more intense. The cost to walk through the Garden in Lights is free for children under the age of five and $6 for everyone else. The cover charge goes not only to the sculpture garden, but also covers any of the events that are going on inside at the time of the lights. There are, however, several discount days throughout the exhibit, which are shown in detail on the Annmarie Gardens website along with a $1 off coupon. The event will go through the first week in January. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org or call 410-326-4640. kimberlyalston@countytimes.net
This years event will take place at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, located on Alexander Lane in Solomons at 4 p.m. TUBACHRISTMAS has grown each year and all members of the public are invited to join this free and open event. For more information, visit www.tubachristmas.com kimberlyalston@countytimes.net
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Looking for a auto detailer with mechanical skills. Primary job will be detailing automobiles. Some mechanical experience will be required for heavy times. If interested please e-mail algar34@gmail.com or fax resume to 301-737-4206 or call 301-737-6400. Chesapeake Neurology Associates has a full-time position available for a RN/ LPN. Experience preferred. Candidate must possess current Maryland Licensure. Strong writing skills necessary. Act as a liaison between patient and MD/ CRNP in meeting patient needs between office visits. Additional responsibilities discussed during interview. Paid holidays, health benefits package, and flexible schedule. No phone calls accepted. Faxed resumes only to (410) 535-6030 or email
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By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer
Christmas time is here! I know it is because we just received our tin of homemade cranberry/ walnut fudge from my friend Bethany. Bethany and her husband and son moved to Florida quite a few years ago, but she never fails to send the fudge every year. There is nothing like it. And its a tradition. She shops at yard sales all year to find the tins to send it in. I have quite a few to send back to her, so I am assured of receiving more next year. I suppose Bethany comes by her fudge making skills honestly. When Bethany was in high school on the Eastern Shore, her Mother won the Pillsbury bake-off for her cake recipe. I never did get to try that cake. We met in college here at St. Marys. I do remember the chocolate chip cookies that were sent to our dorm. When Bethany would come home to Clinton with me from college, my Mother would bring us breakfast in bed, and make Bethany her own rum cakes to take back. I never got a rum cake either! With thoughts of Bethanys fudge in mind, I made fudge with one of our granddaughters last week. Granted it was the fastest fudge-making youve ever seen. Gracie did a great job, even though we only had 30 minutes before we had to get to our church hall for the annual Holiday Family Night where we craft, eat, and make a mess. Earlier in the day I had been watching the Home and Family show on the Hallmark Channel, and Cristina Ferrare made the classic Mamie Eisenhower fudge recipe which uses Marshmallow Fluff. It looked easy to me. It was easy I had Gracie and her Mom Kathy do all the hard stirring and folding in. There was one little detail I forgot to think about however: Cooling time. The fudge really needs to sit in the fridge for a while to set-up properly. I was hoping that the 4 minute ride in a cold car to the hall would do the trick. When I got there I was told it would make a delicious frosting and it would. The trick from the editor of Taste of Home who shared the recipe was great: Line your 13 x 9 x 2 with buttered tinfoil. I would add that it might also be good to line your mixing bowl with the tinfoil too. The fudge seemed to harden fine everywhere else but in the pan. Im actually glad that we even found Bethanys fudge this year. We dont use our front door all that much in the winter. We use it all the time during the warmer months when we have our fire pit nights. Bethanys eagerly awaited brown paper parcels, and other Christmas gifts, have sat out at our front door for a week or more some years. Its still always good when opened. Some years I have frozen a portion of it right in the tin to be enjoyed later. That may not happen this year, I just sat back down from a quick fudge run to the kitchen. Well, I had to re-taste it to make sure that when I say it is the best fudge it really is. And anyway, isnt fudge healthy for breakfast or is that just mental health? Speaking of healthy, I might ask Bethany if she could experiment with dark chocolate fudge for next year. that way it can be healthy and mood-enhancing. In fact, I am heading out around the county and to Waldorf today maybe I should test a bit more fudge for scientific purposes. I think Im smiling more already! Happy, Happy Christmas to All! To each new days adventure, Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann
Chronicle
John Baltzell Key married the second time to May Mattingly Swann on August 6, 1914 and they had two daughters before Johns untimely death in 1919. John B. Key drowned on Sunday afternoon last at Pt. Lookout while trying to save Mrs. John C. Reeves and her son, William Reeves from drowning. Both drowned also. Mr. Key was the eldest son of the late Joseph H. Key and had recently purchased his late fathers estates, known as Tudor Hall in the 3rd district and Indian Town farm in the 4th district. He was 50 years of age on August 6th last. Survived by his widow, who was Miss May Swann and 3 children. Joseph H. Key, Jr., a son by his former marriage and 2 children by his last union. His funeral was held at Christ Church on Monday last. (The Enterprise, 8/23/1919).
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