2016-03-24 St. Mary's County Times

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Thursday, March 24, 2016
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Revenues Tighten, Tax Relief

May Still Be Budget Issue
IN LOCAL
Volunteers Seek
Lost Cemetery
IN LOCAL
Tax Credit Bill

Makes Progress
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Blizzard Robbery
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I think next year

will be much worse
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- Commissioner Tom Jarboe on
the countys financial future
CONTENTS
Crunch Time
Revenues Tighten, Tax Relief May Still Be Budget Issue
Local News
Cops & Courts
Expanded Business Directory
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Free InItIal ConsultatIon
Easter Services
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Legals 14
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Obituaries 13
Auto Accidents
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Feature 15
Divorce/Separation
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Domestic Violence
Criminal/Traffic
DWI/MVA Hearings
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This weekend local volunteer archaeologists will search a secluded plot of land in
Scotland situated on the Chesapeake Bay
in search of what may be a long lost African American cemetery that had been attached to a community church.
Local historians are going in search of
the old cemetery and church, believed to
date from immediately after the Civil War,
as part of a continuing project to catalogue
as many old or lost cemeteries in St. Marys
County.
Scott Lawrence, who once took the lead
in searching for old burial grounds while
serving on the countys Historical Preservation Committee, said a tell tale plant that
is not native to the Scotland community is
just one sign that indicates the presence of
a burial ground.
African American burial rights in the
19th century often included the planting
of a yucca plant in the soil of a deceased
person.
Yucca plants are in abundance at the site,
Lawrence said.
There are some indications that there
is an old church and burial ground there,
Lawrence told The County Times. Its
probably African American.
There are other clues as well, Lawrence

said, including two stone step-like objects
placed in the ground about 20 feet apart at
the site.
It looks like the step up into and the step
out of a building, Lawrence said. What
were going to do Friday is try to prove it.
James Gibb, an Annapolis-based archaeologist who has done surveys of the nearby
burial ground of Confederate prisoners
who died at Point Lookout prison, said he
believed the evidence was compelling.
There was a community there and now
its gone, Gibb said, adding that only a
cursory examination of the site would be
necessary to determine if it really was a
cemetery.
He also said that U.S. Colored Troops
who may have been stationed at the prison
may also be interred there.
If youve got Colored Troops down
there some are going to die and be buried
there, Gibb said.
The graves the volunteers will be looking for will likely be only in shallow graves
because of the high water table and the fact
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Delegations Property Tax Bill

Moves Ahead
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A tax credit sponsored by the St.

Marys County legislative delegation
has gained traction this year in Annapolis where others have made little to no
progress.
The bill, HB 917, would allow the
county or a municipality in the county,
to grant a property tax credit to a site
leased or owned by a new or expanding
business that creates at least 10 full time
jobs.
The industry in question must be
one that has been targeted to expand
by the countys economic development

commission.
That commission has been working for the past two years to formulate
a strategy for diversifying the countys
economy, long since dependent on the
defense industry.
The tax credit would be allowed for 10
years, according to the text of the bill.
The bill has made it past the floor vote
in the House of Delegates by a unanimous vote of 137 to 0 and is now up for
consideration in the Senate.
If it passes the county would join
the ranks of neighboring Calvert and
Charles counties who have the same
legal authority. Fredick, Garrett, Harford, Howard, Queen Annes Talbot

and Washington counties also have the
authority.
The bill has been cross filed in the
Senate with SB 998.
Commissioner Tom Jarboe praised
the bills success as good news from
Annapolis.
Previous attempts to get a personal
property tax exemption through the
legislature, last year and presently have
failed.
That measure would have used state
law to bring to zero the tax rate paid by
business owners on equipment and other
items used in commercial operations for

St. Marys County.
The bills never made it out of committee, though the Commissioners of St.
Marys County have their own authority
to zero out the personal property rate
each year during their budget cycle.
An analysis of the bill by state legislative staff does not provide specific
amounts for the decline in property tax
revenues, rather that they would decline
as much as the tax credit was afforded
to new and growing businesses that met
the criteria.
In preparation for the Maryland Department of Mental Health and Hygienes plan to integrate the administration of behavioral health administration
statewide, the Commissioners of St.
Marys County have scheduled a public
hearing to solicit citizen comment about
the plan.
The hearing will take place on Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the commis-
sioners meeting room in Leonardtown.

St. Marys County has conducted a
comprehensive review of the administration of its behavioral health services
and held two meetings with stakeholders. The purpose was to identify the
appropriate lead agency to manage and
monitor the mental health and substance
abuse services in St. Marys County.
Currently, this public health issue is
largely led statewide by local health

departments.
The Maryland Department of Mental
Health and Hygiene intends to complete
the integration of behavioral health
administration transition in fiscal year
2017. The recommendation is for
St.
Marys County to plan to transition administrative services from the Department of Aging and Human Services to
the St. Marys County Health Department in fiscal year 2018.

A copy of the Behavioral Health
Service Administration Report can be
found on the countys website at www.
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Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Behavioral

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Animal Control
Ordinance Set
For Public Hearing
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A new animal control ordinance that the Commissioners of
St. Marys County are considering
could give the county much more
authority when dealing with pets
and other domestic animals.
George Sparling, county attorney,
told commissioners Tuesday that the
current ordnance only gives them
authority over stray dogs or those at
large.
The new ordinance mandates that
animal owners provide all aspects of
care for their pets or livestock; they
must also keep those animals confined to their own property and keep
them under control while outside.
The director of the Department
of Emergency Services and Technology, which has been tasked with
enforcement of the proposed ordinance, would also have the power to
impound animals from their owners
if they are in violation of the ordinance, to a facility like the Tri-County Animal Shelter in Hughesville.
The ordinance also provides for
rescue organizations to partner with

the county in rescuing and rehabilitating domestic animals.
Bob Kelly, director of the emergency services department, told
commissioners Tuesday that of the
8,784 calls for service to animal
control officers, just 1,300 were taken to the Hughesville animal shelter
in 2015.
Kelly told commissioners animal
control officers were doing everything we can not to take animals to
the shelter.
He also said that the county was
trying to work as closely as possible
with feral cat advocacy groups to
ensure they are not needlessly taken
to the animal shelter, since they are
classified as wild animals.
He said that if a feral cat is taken
to the shelter one of the advocacy
groups comes to pick it up and mark
it has feral with a clip to the ear.
They are then taken to live in a colony after being spayed or neutered.
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Public Logic and
Accuracy Demonstration
The St. Marys County Board of Elections will conduct the Public Logic and
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voting units on Friday, April 1 beginning at 10 a.m.
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Carver Elementary School.)
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Prescription drug abuse is a growing

national epidemic. The growth is fueled, in part, by misconceptions about
prescription drug safety and increased
availability. Research shows over 50% of
people who obtained prescription drugs
for non-medical use received them from a
friend or relative at no cost while another
15% either bought or took them from a
friend or relative.
Members of the community can help
in the effort to reduce prescription drug
abuse rates by properly disposing of
medications through participation in the
St. Marys County Medication Drop-Off
Program. Through this program, residents may safely dispose of unused or
expired medications in collection boxes,
available 24 hours a day, seven days a
week, in the front lobby of the St. Marys
County Sheriffs Office in Leonardtown.
Any unwanted medications, prescribed or
over-the-counter, may be discarded in the
drop-box, and all deposits through this
program are completely anonymous.
Proper disposal of prescription medications protects our community in many
ways. It prevents poisoning of children
and pets, deters misuse and abuse by
youth and adults, and avoids health problems from accidentally taking the wrong
medicine, too much of the same medication, or a medicine which is too old
to work well. The primary goal of community medication collection is to keep
controlled dangerous substances (CDS)
off the streets. Examples of controlled
dangerous substances include narcotics,
antidepressants, and stimulants manufactured for legitimate medical use but have
the potential for misuse or abuse.
Since the medication collection began
in 2011, numerous medications have been
safely disposed of and diverted from potential misuse in the community.
The success of the program is notable.
Through partnerships, prevention presentations, and community participation
nearly 800,000 unwanted medications, of

which 70 percent are controlled dangerous substances, have been collected, said
Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander
St. Marys County Sheriffs Office, Vice
Narcotics. As a direct result of the program, more than half a million controlled
dangerous substances have been diverted
from the hands of drug seekers.
Opportunities for safe disposal include:
St. Marys County Medication DropOff Program Collection boxes in the
front lobby of the St. Marys County
Sheriffs Office in Leonardtown. Available 24/7.
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(mental health and substance misuse) outcomes for all St. Marys County residents.
Prescription medication collection initiative partners include St. Marys County
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Defendants In Snow
Storm Robbery Indicted
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Local prosecutors have formally indicted four men accused of committing
an armed robbery at a local motel during a winter storm.
Daniel NaShawn Roper, Antwan
Tyler, Nicholas Williams and Michael
Harrod all face charges of armed robbery and assault in connection with
their alleged robbery of the Americas
Best Value Inn and Suites on Three
Notch Road in Lexington Park on Jan.
23.
All four defendants also face felony
firearms as well as theft charges.
According to charging papers two
black male suspects, later identified as
Tyler and Roper, entered with one of
them, Tyler, producing a handgun and
demanding money from the attendent
there.
The two suspects then fled the
establishment.
Surveillance at the motel showed
that the other two suspects, Harrod and
Williams, congregated outside the establishment moments before Tyler and
Roper entered to commit the alleged
robbery, court papers said.
Tyler can be seen removing the large
black handgun from inside his jacket,

court papers stated. He then enters
the business with Roper while Willams
and Harrod separate and appear to be
watching the area.
Once the two entry men come back
out, court papers stated, all four men
ran through the shopping center towards FDR Boulevard.
Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron, on patrol during the blizzard, found the suspects in the Spring Valley Drive area,
whereupon the four attempted to run,
court papers stated.
They were later apprehended by other deputies and arrested.
Deputies found the cash box from
the robbery in Nicolet Park, which they
said lay directly between the motel and
Spring Valley Drive.
Williams and Harrod both admitted to police that they were at the motel with Roper and Tyler, court papers
stated.
Harrod confirmed he observed the
defendant enter the business along
with Tyler, who was armed with a
large gun, just prior ot the robbery, according to charging documents.
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Heroin Incident
Shocks Avenue
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
St. Marys County law officers are investigating a heroin overdose that took place in
a secluded portion of the 7th District that had
local residents concerned and looking for answers over the weekend.
Capt. Daniel Alioto, commander of the
vice/narcotics unit of the sheriffs office, said
that one out of four people who had been using heroin had overdosed on the drug and
when the others realized the danger the person was in drove to a local market store and
called for emergency medical assistance.
The person who overdosed was from Leonardtown, Alioto said, and survived the ordeal.
Two of the others were from Calvert County and one was from an unknown address.
An Avenue resident informed The County
Times about the incident, concerned with the
suddenness with which it had happened.
The reality of the heroin epidemic in the
state and here in the county, however, Alioto
said, meant that no community was immune
from the problem.
Its everywhere, Alioto said. Nobody
should be shocked about where it is.
The person who overdosed survived, he
said, and States Attorney Richard Fritzs office is still considering whether to levy charges in the case.
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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes

and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.
Marie Mattingly Davis

(Aunt Ree), 98
Marie Mattingly Davis
(Aunt Ree), 98, of Helen, MD
passed away on March 1, 2016
in Leonardtown, MD. Born
on April 20, 1917 in Beauvue,
MD, she was the daughter
of the late Nettye Wise Mattingley and Andrew Johnson
Mattingly.
Marie was the loving wife of the late Benjamin Lee Davis whom she married on January 31, 1942 and who preceded her in death
on January 31, 1983. Marie is survived by her
niece Ann Bond Combs and numerous nieces
and nephews. She was preceded in death by
her siblings: Marguerite M. Bond; James Virgil Mattingly; Benedict Andrew (Jack) Mattingly; and Mary M. (Biggie) Connelly.
Marie was a lifelong resident of St. Marys
County, MD. She graduated from St. Marys
Academy in 1937, and was a seamstress for
Leonardtown Fashion Center and Janices.
Maries hobbies included quilting, sewing,
gardening and word search puzzles.
The family will receive friends on Monday,
March 7, 2016 from 9:30 AM 10:30 AM in
St. Josephs Catholic Church, Morganza, MD.
A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at
10:30 AM with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Pallbearers will be: James Virgil Mattingly,
Jr; James Neal Robrecht, Jr; John Andrew
Mattingly, Jr.; William Ford Connelly, III;
Richard Louis Curry; and William Lemar
Phillips. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Andrew Ford Connelly; Stephen Douglas Wilson; and Cecil (Shorty) St. Clair, Jr.
Contributions may be made to a charity of
your choice.
Susan Sue Gertrude

(Dean) Gibson, 86
Susan Sue Gertrude
(Dean) Gibson, 86, of Bushwood, MD, passed away
surrounded by her loving
family on March 15, 2016
in Callaway, MD. Born on
August 13, 1929 in Dynard,
MD, she was the daughter
of the late Agnes Loretta (Hall) Dean and
James Levi Dean. Sue was the loving wife
of James Henry Gibson whom she married
in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Bushwood,
MD on September 6, 1948. Sue is survived
by her siblings; Sylvia Marie Lacey of Chaptico, MD, and Francis Ethelbert Dean of Bushwood, MD. She was preceded in death by her
brothers; James Aloysius Dean and Joseph
Lenox Dean. Sue was a lifelong resident of St.
Marys County, MD and received her GED in
1982. She worked at a manger/sales clerk for
Fashion Center for 10 years and Ben Franklin
for 37 years, retiring in 1990 after 47 years.
The family will receive friends on Monday,
March 21, 2016 from 5:00 PM 8:00 PM with
prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 10:00 AM in
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Bushwood,
MD with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Pallbearers will be: J.D. Lacey, Patrick Goode,
Malcolm Goode, Jamie Dean, Joey Dean, and

Jack Williams. Honorary Pallbearers will be
Michael Dean.
Contributions may be made to Sacred Heart
Catholic Church 23070 Maddox Road Bushwood, MD 20618.
Arrangements provided by the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown,
Doris Marianne Smith
Doris Marianne Smith, 95, of Hollywood,
MD, passed away on March 6, 2016 at Hospice
House of St. Marys in Callaway, MD, with
her loving son at her side.
Doris Smith, 95
She was born on November
28, 1920 in Mainz, Germany
to the late Karl Friedrich
Max Hosel-Uhlig and Christine Wolf. She was raised
in Wiesbaden, Germany.
On March 13, 1957, Doris
married her beloved husband, Robert Lee Smith at Corkran Memorial United Methodist Church in Temple Hills,
MD. Together, they celebrated over 26 wonderful years of marriage before his passing
in November 1983. Doris was a Prisoner of
War during World War II in Germany. She
was employed as a jeweler for many years
in Washington, D.C. She was a Washington
Redskin football fan and a Washington Capitals hockey fan. She enjoyed playing cards
and dining on authentic German cuisine. She
had a great love for animals, and spent many
years devoted to rescuing cats and dogs.
She is survived by her son, Steven B. Smith
of Hollywood, MD and her sister, Herta Best.
In addition to her parents and husband, Doris
is also preceded in death by her siblings, Margot Hosel-Uhlig, and Max Hosel-Uhlig.
All services will be private.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St.
Marys County Animal Welfare League, P.O.
Box 1232, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and Feral
Cat Rescue, Inc., P.O. Box 623, Great Mills,
MD 20634.
Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral
Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD
Park, MD.
Aurora is survived by her children, Juan
Varela (Luz) of California, MD, Jorge Camelo (Fancy of Lexington Park, MD, Nohora
Camelo (Jaime) of Lexington Park, MD, Martha Camelo (Nelson) of Lexington Park, MD;
her siblings, Clementina Suarez and Richard
Suarez; daughter in law, Marta Varela; 10
grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and
two great-great grandchildren. In addition to
her parents, Aurora is also preceded in death
by her son Alborto Suarez, and her siblings,
Humberto Suarez, Alfonso Suarez and Alfonso Suarez.
Family will receive friends for Auroras Life
Celebration on Thursday, March 17, 2016 from
5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with prayers recited at 7:00
p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955
Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
Interment will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made to St.
Jude Childrens Research Hospital, Post Office
Box 100, Dept.142, Memphis TN 38148.
Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD
Dorothy Ronnetta
Keffer Dottie, 89
Dorothy Ronnetta Keffer
Dottie of Hollywood,
Md. passed away peacefully on March 19, 2016
surrounded by her loving family. Born Aug. 27,
1926 in Chelsea, Mass.
to the late Ronald and Elsie Sutherland.

She is preceded in death by her parents
and her loving husband William I. Bill
Keffer with whom she shared 52 years
of marriage before he passed in 1997.
She is survived by her five children;
Susan Potts-Lancaster, Carol Catalina,
William Billy Keffer, Barry Keffer
and Ruth Keffer Cross, grandchildren;
Jessica Cross Lee, Jamie Cross, Nicholas Copenhaver, Nicholas Potts, III ,
Crystal Copenhaver Johnson and her
seven great-grandchildren, known as
Gigi whom she loved dearly, her sister;
Helene Mae Fosnock of Chelsea, Mass.
Dottie was a devoted mother and wife,
she was well known and adored throughout the community, she loved people and
her animals. She retired at age 82, the
oldest practicing Nurse in the state of
Maryland. Dottie will be truly missed
by all who knew her, especially her family. She was the best Mom, Mom-Mom
and Nan and Gigi in the world. We love
you Momma. The family will receive
friends on Thursday, March 24, 2016
from noon to 1 p.m. in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown,
Md. with a Funeral Service held at 1
p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made
to Hospice of St. Marys. P.O. Box 625,
Leonardtown, Md. 20650.
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Aurora Suarez, 76
Aurora Suarez, 76, of
Lexington Park, MD, passed
away on March 13, 2016 at
MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington,
D.C., with her loving family
by her side.
She was born on December 27, 1939 in Bogota, Colombia to the late
Clemente Suarez and Ascencion Suarez.
Aurora was a devote Catholic and attended
mass each week. She also enjoyed watching mass on television. She was an excellent
cook and prepared many delicious meals for
her family. As an avid baseball and soccer fan
she regularly cheered on the New York Mets
and the Columbian Soccer teams. Her hobbies included taking English classes, search
a word puzzles and taking the local bus to go
on outings. However, her greatest love was
for her family, especially her grandchildren
whom she enjoyed spending many hours loving and caring for them. as much time as possible. She is an active member of Immaculate
Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Lexington
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Obituaries
IN THE MATTER OF CARLA
LOUISE ANDERSON FOR
CHANGE OF NAME TO
CARLA LOUISE SPRINGER
In the Circuit Court

for St. Marys County,
Maryland
Case
No.:
18-C-16-000333

The above Petitioner has
filed a Petition for Change
of Name in which she seeks
to change her name from
Carla Loiuse Anderson to
Carla Louise Springer. The
petitioner is seeking a name
change for the following
reason:
She would like to return
to her maiden name.
Any person may file an
objection to the Petition on
or before the 25th day of
April, 2016. The objection
must be supported by an af-
Christian radio station

WGWS 88.1 FM will be
holding a public meeting in
the foyer of St. Marys College Library, on Monday,
April 4 at 5:30 p.m. This is
fidavit and served upon the

Petitioner in accordance
with Maryland Rule 1-321.
Failure to file an objection or affidavit within the
time allowed may result in
a judgment by default or
the granting of the relief
sought.
A copy of this Notice
shall be published one time
in a newspaper of general
circulation in the county at
least fifteen (15) days before the deadline to file an
objection.
JOAN W. WILLIAMS,
Clerk of the Circuit Court
for St. Marys County
Maryland
03-24-16
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at the Town office at 41660 Courthouse Drive,
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March 31 online at http://leonardtown.somd.
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Commissioners Budget Sees Surging Debt

By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Next week the Commissioners of St.
Marys County are set to vote on their
latest operating budget, which as of Tuesdays budget work session, shows rising
costs, flat revenues, shrinking reserves
and an increasingly heavy debt burden
driven by construction projects.
This week commissioners also voted
along split lines to take money from the
countys capital construction improvement program (CIP) and shift it over to
the operational side of the budget.
The movement of about $2.9 million
was to fulfill a school board request to
allow them to upgrade classroom technology and replace science text books
throughout the system, but represented
a dramatic shift in public budgeting
practices.
In prior years commissioners have
never shifted construction budget money
to help offset operational costs, instead
keeping the two budgets separate and
distinct.
Commissioner Mike Hewitt initally
propsed to take the remaining $6.5 million the county had in the CIP to prepare
the county for a federal base realignment
and closure (BRAC) action and place it all
into the operational side, but that motion
failed.
Instead Commissioner Tom Jarboe,
who opposed using all of the remaining
BRAC reserve, propsed taking about $3
million out and putting it towards the
school systems request.
Jarboe said of his compromise motion,
which passed, that the county had to be
cautious in keeping reserves it had previously designated for specific reasons
as intact as possible, especially when it
came to convincing lenders to back county bonds for projects.
We need to be cautious on messaging, Jarboe said.
Commissioner Todd Morgan tried to
offer a motion along with Jarboes that
would have taken an additional $1.2 mil-
lion of that BRAC reserve and use that to

fund the lagging length of service awards
program (LOSAP) for voluntary emergency response personnel, but that failed.
Morgan said in a later interview that he
contradicted himself in supporting using
the money on one hand but decrying the
concept on the other.
I believe it sets a terrible precedent
to use CIP funds for operational costs,
Morgan said. Its very dangerous to do
that, because where do you stop.
Our reserves are going down quickly
to bottom levels of sustainability.
According to Janette Cudmore, the
countys chief financial officer, the undesignated fund balance, known more as the
countys reserve fund, remains at $16.6
million.
Commissioners were careful to maintain this level to keep the countys reserves at a 15 percent level; this matched
counsel from consultants who said this
level would help commissioners keep a
high bond rating.
Jarboe said that the use of CIP funds for
operations was necessary though not really desireable.
Im not happy to see it dwindle down
to what it is, Jarboe said of the BRAC reserve. We had to do what we had to this
one year.
He said he was already receiving public
comments about the commissioners decision to cut 10 percent of funding across
the board for non-profit groups that provide services across the county.
I dont think anybody was excited

about the result, Jarboe said of the latest
budget.
Hewitt defended the decision to use
CIP money for the countys operational
fund, since the money they were talking
about had not been designated on one particular project.
I never knew what that was for,
Hewitt said. Its taxpayer money and it
should have a designated benefit back to
the taxpayer.
I dont think its dangerous.
The summary of the debt the county is
set to incur shows the county will resume
borrowing for construction projects next
fiscal year and at a rapid rate.
The borrowing will move from zero
over the past several years to a proposed
$25 million next year alone, according to
county budget documents.
The following year, fiscal 2018, the
county is set to borrow an additional $40
million.
The total outstanding debt the county
will incur in fiscal 2017 is a projected
$82.5 million that will increase the following year to $113 million.
The legal debt limit for St. Marys is
$243.9 million or two percent of its assessable property tax base.
Morgan said the decisions commissioners made in the first year of their term in
2014 to support building a new Leonardtown library and Garvey Senior Center,
along with the costs the government had
already incurred on building FDR Boule-
vard were becoming fully realized.

This board has encumbered a lot of
debt and spent a lot of cash, Morgan told
The County Times. Its the most challenging budget Ive ever had to deal with.
The total operating budget now sits at
$217.9 million or about $9.4 million less
than fiscal 2016s approved budget.
Commissioners had to deal with only
modest increases in revenues this year
from both property and income taxes.
Commissioners have yet to vote on
a possible increase in the constant yield
property tax rate that would increase revenues by about $646,000, but they seemed
content with retaining the constant yield
rate.
The commissioners still have to vote on
a finalized budget at next weeks meeting
that will then go to a public hearing April
19.
We didnt come to this lightly, Jarboe
said. It was a difficult year.
Hewitt said he was disappointed that
the commissioners did not come to agreement on tax relief, particularly on the energy tax, but he did not rule out bringing
up the issue at next weeks budget vote
meeting.
Never say never, Hewitt said.
Jarboe saw this years budget as a harbinger of financial strife ahead.
I think next year will be much worse
and thats scary, Jarboe said.
I think next
year will be
much worse and
thats scary.
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to choke on food and was having trouble
breathing. Management team members
on shift, Joe Byard and Aaron Chrusniak jumped to action to help the patron
and his wife. Aaron jumped on the phone
to call 911 and stay on the line with the
dispatchers, while Joe from the rear of
the store heard the cry of does anyone
know the Heimlich Maneuver?
Joe knew he had taken CPR back in
his days of serving in the Navy, had seen
posters and taken safety training videos
while at Papa Johns Pizza, so he jumped
into action after hearing the call for help.
Joe said, Im a pretty humble guy, so
its just something I did. They needed
help, so I hurried up to the lobby once I
knew Aaron was on the phone with 911
already.
Store General Manager John Page said
at Papa Johns Pizza, one of our core

values has always been P.A.P.A. (People
Are Priority Always). Joe has shown us
just how much he takes that to heart. I
absolutely couldnt be any happier with
Joe.
Area Supervisor John Kreuter expressed that we truly strive to be a part
of our community and am glad one of
our Southern Maryland customers is
ok and even went back to finishing his
pizza!
Security camera footage caught some
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LIBRARY ITEMS
Library Closed March 25 for Good
Friday
In observance of Good Friday,
all three branches of the St. Marys
County Library will be closed on
Friday, March 25. In observance of
Easter, Lexington Park Library will be
closed on Sunday, March 27.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to

Word 2013
Lexington Park Library will hold
a Microsoft Office: Introduction to
Word 2013 class on Monday, April 4
from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants
will learn how to open, create, format, print, and save documents using Microsoft Word 2013. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 and 2, or
basic skills in using the mouse and
keyboard. Adult computer classes
are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org
or call 301-863-8188.
Genealogy 101: Part 2

Charlotte Hall Library will hold
a Genealogy 101: Part 2 class on
Thursday, April 7 from 2 p.m. to 4
p.m. Participants will explore additional places to locate genealogical
information using books, libraries,
websites, censuses, government
sources and more. Basic computer
skills and email account required.
Registration is required on www.stmalib.org or call 301-884-2211.
Drop-in Minecraft Mania

Leonardtown Library will hold a
drop-in Minecraft program on Thursday, April 7 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Share

strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials and create amazing structures. No
registration required, just drop-in for
half-hour time slots and have fun!
Developing Money Smart Habits

Lexington Park Library will hold a
class on Developing Money Smart
Habits on Saturday, April 9 from
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Money management is a skill that is rarely taught
in school, and many consumers
know how costly it can be to go
through life without the help of a
smart money-management strategy. Learn how to build one today.
This information session is being
presented by The Assets for Financial Independence Foundation, Inc,
in partnership with the St. Marys
County Housing Authority. Registration is recommended on www.
stmalib.org or call 301-863-8188.
JAMuary in April: Family Jam

and Open Mic
Charlotte Hall Library will hold
a special JAMuary in April Family
Jam and Open Mic on Saturday,
April 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30
a.m. Sing and strum along to some
of your favorite songs at our all
ages celebration of music. Bring
an instrument, or play one provided by the library. No registration
required.
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Monthly Rabies Clinic Provided By SMAWL

By Skylar Broome
Contributing Writer
Monday, March 14 marked the date of the SMAWL
(St. Marys Animal Welfare League) Rabies Clinic held
at St. Marys Fairgrounds. SMAWL provides low-cost
distemper and rabies shots to protect the animals and
people of the area. The health department mandates for
hundreds of shots to be given each year to prevent the

spread of rabies. SMAWL receives the vaccinations
from the health department as well as being sponsored
by them to be able to hold these clinics on the second
Monday of most months. Shots are only $15 each, and
all rabies shots are administered by a professional veterinarian. The veterinarian of the March 14 clinic was
Dr. Michelle Quigley, who has done various work in
the tri-county area. SMAWL also offered microchipping services at the clinic. The clinic offers shots to
cats, dogs, and ferrets. The next rabies clinic will be
held on Monday, April 11. For more information, visit
www.smawl.org.
contributing@countytimes.net
Small Incisions,
Big Results
Laparoscopic procedures are less painful
and require shorter hospital stays, which
lead to a faster recovery.
SMAWL volunteers spend their evening assisting owners through the paperwork
and various steps required to protect their pets.
Now at MedStar St. Marys Hospital,

Charles Kim, MD, treats a variety of
colorectal conditions, including:
Colon cancer
Diverticular disease
Hemorrhoids
Severe constipation
Dogs ranging from Pitbulls to Chihuahuas line up to be protected from rabies and
distemper.
Photos by Skylar Broome
Pet Of The Week

My name is Electra. I am
about 10 months old and was
born in 2015.
I am very friendly and
love to be loved.I was rescued from Tri County Shelter. I am currently ( March
21, 2016) on display at the
Pet Valu in Leonardtown. I
am sometimes taken to the
Petco in California on Saturdays and Sundays from 11
a.m. to 3 p.m. for an adoption
event. After my two weeks is
up in the display cage I will
be moved to a foster home.If
you would like to foster to
adopt me, please fill out an
application at either Pet Store
or you can go on line at www.
feralcatrescuemd.org and email
one to diane@feralcatrescuemd.
org.
You can try me out with no
money being spent to see if I fit
A member of the MedStar

Colorectal Surgery Program
at MedStar Washington
Hospital Center, Dr. Kim
is a part of a team of
specially trained
physicians who use
the latest technology
to treat diseases of the
colon and rectum.
So why wait?
Make an appointment
with Dr. Kim, and get back
to enjoying a healthier,
worry-free life.
Call 855-546-1823 to schedule

an appointment, or visit
MedStarStMarys.org/Results
in with your family and other

pets. I know you will just love
me if you give me a try.
Yours always, hopefully
Electra
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Community
Calendar
Month Long
Angel Wings and Things
St. Michaels Church (16560 Three
Notch Rd., Ridge)
Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store
will be open every Saturday from 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Closed Easter weekend. We
have a huge selection of winter clothes,
coats, shoes, and so much more. We
also have a great baby room, kids toy
room, and tons of wonderful winter
items. All items are in terrific shape,
and very reasonably priced. We look
forward to having you visit us! For any
questions, please contact Marti Lloyd
at St. Michaels School, at
301-872-5454.
Open Skate Nights
Leonard Hall Recreation Center (23145
Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown)- every
Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m.
Looking for an evening of roller skating fun? Well, strap on your skates and
bring your family and friends to Leonard Hall Recreation Center in Leonardtown! For all ages, $5 per person.
Skates available for rental at $2.50 per
person or bring your own. For more
information, please call 301-475-4200
ext. 1800 or 1801. Paintings in all media. For information, call 301-475-3130.
Thursday, March 24
Spring Break Day Camp: The
Savannah
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Rd, Dowell)- 9
a.m. to 3 p.m.
For grades kindergarten through five.
Member cost is $35, nonmember is
$40. This year, spring break is all about
animals! In this class we will study the
African savannah and the wild array
of animals who live there. Well create
artwork inspired by the varied patterns
of these mammals, and collage grassy
landscapes to admire at home. Pack a
lunch, dress for a mess, and get ready
for an art safari! Registration required.
To register call 410-326-4640. For more
information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.
Free Tax Preparation and Electronic
Filing
Church of the Ascension (21641 Great
Mills Rd., Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to
3:30 p.m.
The Saint Marys County AARP TaxAide program is providing free walk-in
tax preparation and electronic filing for
low-to middle-income taxpayers, with
special attention paid to those ages 60
and older. Taxpayers must bring their
social security cards and picture IDs (to
prevent identity theft,) as well as a copy
of last years tax returns and all income
and tax related information.
Maundy Thursday Worship
Friendship United Methodist Church
(Friendship)- 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Holy week services. For more information, visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org or email bsuedean@comcast.net.
Friday, March 25
Shrimp and Fries
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7th District Firehouse (21660 Colton

Point Rd, Avenue)- 5 to 7 p.m.
Adults are $12, seniors are $11, and
children 12 and under are $5. The menu
consists of fried shrimp, fries, cole slaw,
rolls, dessert, tea, and coffee. Carryout
available. Sponsored by the 7th District
VFD Auxiliary.
Good Friday Worship
(Friendship)- 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Holy week services. For more information, visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.org or email bsuedean@comcast.net.
Steak and Cheese Sandwich Night
American Legion Post 293 (2310 Old
Washington Rd., Waldorf)- 6 to 8:30
p.m.
Al-a-cart menu: wings, fried shrimp,
chicken tenders, poppers, and French
fries. AL Riders Queen of Hearts
at 7 p.m. For more information, call
301-645-6331.
Schools Out Day Camp: The
Rainforest
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Rd, Dowell)- 9
a.m. to 3 p.m.
For grades kindergarten through five.
Member cost is $35, nonmember is
$40. This year, spring break is all about
animals! In this class, well journey to
the tropical rainforest to discover the
weird and wonderful creatures who
reside there. From playful primates to
cautious cats, well create art inspired
by our favorite mammals and meet a
few lesser-known inhabitants along
the way. Well look at famous jungle-inspired artwork and paint our own tropical self-portraits! Pack a lunch, dress
for a mess, and get ready to explore
your creative side with us! Registration
required. To register call 410-326-4640.
For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.
Saturday, March 26
Open Barn at Greenwell
Greenwell State Park (25450 Rosedale
Manor Ln., Hollywood)- 9 to 11 a.m.
Meet our horses, watch riding lessons, and learn about our equestrian
program.
Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad
Auxiliary Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Hollywood VRS (43256 Rescue Ln.,
Hollywood)- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Easter Bunny is coming to town!
There will be games, eggs to dye, a
face painter, an Easter egg hunt and
prizes. Eggs will include candy and
prizes. Easter Bunny will be available
for pictures. Cost is $5.
Community Easter Egg Hunt
Real Life Church (27399 Old Village
Rd., Mechanicsville)- 10 a.m. to noon.
Come for an Easter Egg Hunt to remember! We will have over 10,000 Easter Eggs hiding around our property
with prizes given out for finding one of
the Prized Eggs. Doors open at 9:30!
Anyone 10 years old and younger can
join in the hunt!
50s, 60s, 70s Request Night
American Legion Stallings Williams
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with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach

Rd., Chesapeake Beach)- 7:30 to 11:30
p.m.
Whats your favorite tune? Music by
DJ Stephen Varney. The cost of $10
includes draft beer and sodas. Tickets available at the door. Public warmly
welcomed. For more information, call
301-855-6466.
Sunday, March 27
Easter Worship Services
(Friendship)- 6:30, 8:30, 11 a.m.
Easter sunrise service on the bay. For
more information, call 410-257-7133,
visit www.friendshipmethodistchurch.
org, or email bsuedean@comcast.net.
Easter Sunrise Service
Joy Chapel Rd., Hollywood- 6:30 to
7:30 a.m.
Will be held rain or shine.
Easter Services at Living Hope
Church
Living Hope Church (46695 Midway Dr.,
Lexington Park)- 9 a.m. to noon.
The word PERFECT is a word that
is vastly overused in our society. She
is perfect. He is perfect. Their lives
are perfect. If we would really take
a step back and think about what we
are actually saying, we would quickly
come to the realization that no one or
anything in this world is PERFECT. So
the question is why? Why are we so
insistent on describing things with this
word when there is nothing around us
PERFECT at all? I believe the answer to
this question lies in the fact that we are
all on a search for something PERFECT
because we are so very flawed and imperfect. There was only one man that
walked this earth that was PERFECT.
By his PERFECT sacrifice of love, we all
one day will be PERFECT. For more information on our Easter Services or our
church please visit our website at www.
livinghopemd.com.
Easter Sunrise Service
Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 6:30 a.m.
Rain or Shine, dress warm and casual. Breakfast and Easter egg hunt after
the service. Sponsored by Shepherd of
the Bay Lutheran Church. For more information, call Pastor Olson at 410-2312075 or check www.shepherdofthebay.
com.
Easter Festival Service
Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church
(9463 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 10:30
a.m.
Brunch and Easter egg hunt after
the service. For more information, call
Pastor Olson at 410-231-2075 or check
www.shepherdofthebay.com.
Monday, March 28
GRIEFSHARE Program
Real Life Wesleyan Church (27399 Old
Village Rd., Mechanicsville)- 6 to 7:30
p.m.
Community members who have experienced the death of a loved one, are
invited to register for the GRIEFSHARE
program. For more information, call Jen
at 240-249-6098.
Maryland
Writers
Association
Meeting
Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood
Rd., Leonardtown)- 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
The St. Marys County Chapter of the
Maryland Writers Association (MWA) is
pleased to host Your Best Book Signing, a presentation by Joe Orlando,
owner of Fenwick Street Used Books &
Music. Mr. Orlando will share successful ways for local authors to meet and
greet their readers, including effective
book signing practices; discuss the
publicity, location, and licensing advantages of coordinating with a local bookstore; and address practical matters,
such as display materials, handouts,
pricing, and post-event follow-ups.
The MWA is a non-profit. This event is
open to the public and free to first-time
guests and Maryland Writers Association members. For more information,
visit us on the web at stmaryscountymwa.wordpress.com.
Tuesday, March 29
Filing
3:30 p.m.
CBL Science for Citizens
Bernie Fowler Lab (142 Williams St.,
Solomons)- 7 to 8 p.m.
Presented by Dr. Tom Miller. Atlantic menhaden is a critical component
of estuarine and marine ecosystems
all along the Atlantic coast of the US.
It supports important commercial fisheries and serves as forage (food) for
many fish and bird predators. Yet, it begins its life as a 3 mm, transparent lava
far out to sea that can barely swim or
eat. Before it can end up in the stomach
of striped bass or an osprey, or survive
to produce the next generation, it must
recruit to nursery areas. This talk will
explore what factors influence its survival, growth and distribution by combining computer modeling, laboratory
experiments and statistical analyses.
Free Zumba
Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Ln., Lusby)- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Try Zumba Core Toning, a combination of cardio and targeted resistance
toning, for a total body strengthening
workout. Experienced Instructor, high
energy! All fitness levels welcome. Wear
comfortable clothing, athletic shoes,
and bring water. To register, call 410586-1101. Questions? Email instructor
at love2movezumba@gmail.com.
Wednesday, March 30
Plant This, Not That!
La Plata Library (2 Garrett Ave., La Plata)- 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Learn which native trees and shrubs
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with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
grow well in the home landscape. Many

of the commonly planted landscape
trees and shrubs can be invasive and
take over natural areas. Master Gardeners will discuss the importance of
using native plants and show ways to
incorporate them beautifully into your
garden. For ages 16+. For more information, call 301-934-9001.
Thursday, March 31
Filing
3:30 p.m.
Open House Florida Tech
Southern Maryland Higher Education
Center (44219 Airport Rd., California)- 4
to 7 p.m.
Considering pursuing your Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate Degree?
Join us at the SMHEC Open House
to find out more about our 15+ degree programs including Aerospace
Engineering, MBA, Logistics/Project
Management, Computer Science and
more! Ready to get started? Apply and
register today and save the $50 application fee. To RSVP or find out more
information reach, out to AnnaBelle at

asanders@fit.edu or call 301-862-1004.
Free Zumba
Southern Community Center (20 Appeal Ln., Lusby)- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Try Zumba Core Toning, a combination of cardio and targeted resistance
toning, for a total body strengthening
workout. Experienced Instructor, high
energy! All fitness levels welcome. Wear
comfortable clothing, athletic shoes,
and bring water. To register, call 410586-1101. Questions? Email instructor
at love2movezumba@gmail.com.
Bingo Night
American Legion Post 82 (6330 N.
Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Smoke-free bingo! Early birds begins at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. For
more information, call 301-934-8221.
Public is welcome.
$3 advanced sale through the CSM

box office and $3 at the door with a
student ID. General admission at the
door is $5. For more information, call
301-934-7745 or visit www.csmd.edu/
connections.
Steak and Shrimp Dinner Night
American Legion Post 82 (6330 N.
Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 6 to 8 p.m.
Cost is $15 for steak or shrimp, or
$18 for combination. Call 301-9348221. Come support veterans, activeduty military, and your community!
Public welcome!
Chicken or Shrimp Alfredo Dinner
American Legion Post 293 (2310 Old
Washington Rd., Waldorf)- 6 to 8:30
p.m.
Salad and dessert provided in $10
tag. For more information, call 301643-6331. Visit our Facebook Page!
Friday, April 1
Bay Montessori Open House
Bay Montessori School- 9:30 to 10:30
a.m.
Please join us for a prospective parent meeting for a tour of our campus
and to observe a class in action.
Connections Literary Series: Demetria Martinez
CSM Leonardtown Campus (22950
Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown)- 7:30
p.m.
CSMs Connections Literary Series
welcomes author, poet and activist, Demetria Martinez to read from
and discuss her work. Tickets are
Community
Saturday, April 2
PHS Band Mulch Sale
Patuxent High School (12485 Southern Connector Blvd., Lusby)- 7 a.m. to
3 p.m.
This year we have red, brown and
black mulch available. Pick up at the
high school- we will load for FREE!
Order 20 bags or more in the Lusby
area and we will deliver for FREE! Help
support the hard working band members of Patuxent High School. For
questions or to pre-order, please call
410-535-7806.
TaTa Trot Fun/Run Walk
26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanics-
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ville- 8:30 a.m.

Fee is $35, for those 12 years and
younger the fee is $15. The money you
donate will be distributed to local programs that include John Hopkins University Breast Center, Food & Friends,
and Capital Breast Care Center, to
name a few. 100% of your entry fee for
the race will go to the AVON 39 walk
for breast cancer. Please feel free to
donate more than the registration fee,
if you so desire.
Patuxtent River Cleanup
Myrtle Point Park- 9 a.m. to noon.
Please, join the Friends of Myrtle
Point Park in our annual cleanup effort.
Come to the park picnic area where we
will have a sign in sheet. Here you will
get your assignment, trash bags, and
work gloves. It is advisable to wear
sturdy work clothes and sturdy shoes
and protective eyewear. If you have
a group interested in helping please
contact us in advance by calling Bob
at 410-394-1300; Email: bobboxwell@
hotmail.com. Additional Contact Information: Dudley Lindsley, 301-4751858 or dlindsley@verizon.net. Volunteer registration is required.
Sunday, April 3
Concert
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
(22375 Three Notch Rd., Lexington
Park)- 3 p.m.
Free concert with internationally
known recording artist Donna Cori
Gibson. This concert will be to celebrate the feast of Divine Mercy in the
Jubilee year of Mercy.
CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY

METHODIST CHURCH
24422 Mervell Dean Rd Hollywood, MD 20636
301-373-2500
Rev. Sheldon Reese, Pastor

Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m.
All of our services are traditional.
Child care is provided.
Sunday Evening Youth Group
Christian Preschool and Kindergarten available
CATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Cecilia Church
47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429

St. Marys City, MD 20686 301-862-4600
Vigil Mass:
4:30 pm Saturday
Sunday:
8:00 am
Weekday (M-F):
7:30 am
Confessions:
3-4 pm Saturday
www.stceciliaparish.com
St. GeorGe roman CatholiC ChurCh

St. George Church:
Saturday, 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
St. Francis Xavier Chapel:
Saturday, 7:00 p.m. (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
Weekday Mass Schedule: Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 1st Sat: 9:00 a.m.
Confessions: Saturdays: 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. or by appointment
19199 St. George Church Road Valley Lee, MD 20692

301-994-0607 www.saintgeorgeromancatholicchurch.org
BAPTIST CHURCH
NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH
CATHOLIC
Victory Baptist Church
Grace Chapel Ministry
301-884-8503
Teaching The Bible Without Compromise
29855 Eldorado Farm rd

CharlottE hall, md 20659
Order Of gOOd news services

sun schOOl, all ages...............10:00
sun mOrning wOrship.............11:00
sun evening wOrship.................7:00
wed evening prayer mtg.........7:00
ProClaiming thE ChangElEss

word in a Changing world.
Member of the Grace Fellowship Brethren Churches
Sunday Worship 8 A.M.

Sunday School 9:15 A.M.
Blended Worship 10:30 A.M.
Tuesday Bible Study 7 P.M.
Tuesday Youth Group 7 P.M.
American Heritage Girls
1st & 3rd Thursday 7 P.M.
Senior Pastor - Dr. Carl Snyder

Assoc. Pastor - David Roberts
Youth Pastor - Luke Roberts
You are invited to worship with us.
victOrybaptistchurchmd.Org
We Are Located On The Corner Of Route 5 & 238

39245 Chaptico Rd., Mechanicsville, Md.
301-884-3504 Email: seeugoingup@yahoo.com
www.gracechapelsomd.org/faith
HUGHESVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
Jesus saves
A member of the Southern Baptist Convention

8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637
301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627
Senior Pastor Dr. J. Derek Yelton
Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins
Sunday School (all ages)

Sunday Morning Worship
Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study
Wednesday Discipleship Classes
(Adults, youth & Children)
9:15 am
10:30 am
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
21800 N. Shangri-La, Dr. #8

PO Box 1260
301-866-5772
Pastor James L. Bell, Sr.
Church Schedule
Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.

Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m.
Friday Men Perfecting Men 7 p.m
Greetings from the Bible Temple Church

family in Mechanicsville Maryland.
Here at Bible Temple, we believe that in
this life it is important to have strong and
healthy relationships
1.A relationship with Christ
2. A personal relationship with
family and friends
Through these relationships, we develop
the characteristics of love, understanding
and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ.
Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit
in the bond of peace (Ephesians 4:3).
We invite you to experience the change

the transformation with us. Just bring
your heart and God will supply the rest.
Come grow with us in a place,
Where the Word Reaches the Heart!
Everyone is Welcome!
Leadership: Pastor Joseph and
First Lady Marilyn Young
Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AM
Sunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM
Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM
Address: 29050 New Market Village Road,
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
Website: www.bibletemplechurch.org
Phone number: 301-374-9110
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Programs and Activities
Arlington National Cemetery Tour
Join us for a walking tour of Arlington
National Cemetery on Monday, May
9 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Begin the tour by
seeing the Iwo Jima Memorial, then enjoy a walking tour of Arlington National
Cemetery led by a Certified Master
Guide to include Justice Hill, the graves
of John F., Robert and Ted Kennedy,
the Changing of the Guard, Challenger
and Columbia Space Shuttle Memorials and more. This is a 2-3 mile walking
tour at an ambling pace with few rest
stops so please wear suitable clothing
and shoes. The tour guide will provide a
knowledgeable, enjoyable commentary
during the tour. Finish the tour with a
stop while on the motor coach at the Air
Force Memorial which boasts a beautiful view of Washington along with the
side of the Pentagon hit by the plane on
September 11. Motor coach transportation and lunch are provided. Bring your
own snacks and water. Bus departs
from the Northern Senior Activity Center
promptly at 8 a.m., please arrive at the
Center by 7:45 a.m. Call 301-475-4200,
ext. *1063 for registration information.
Fee is $60 and includes motor coach
transportation, driver tip, guided tour,
tour guide tip and lunch.
SMART Medicine
SMART Medicine is a local media
campaign designed to generate awareness for the rising issue of opioid misuse and abuse in addition to providing
information and resources regarding the
safe management and disposal of pre-
scription medications.
The Department of Aging and Human Services looks forward to meeting
with community members on Tuesday,
April 5 at 9 a.m. at the Garvey Senior
Activity Center to share our knowledge
and resources. We are committed to
ensuring that prescription medication
is used only to help, not harm. Contact
Maryellen Kraese at maryellen.kraese@
stmarysmd.com or 301-475-4200, ext.
*1681, for more information.
Living Well Take Charge of Your
Health
The Living Well program will be offered at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Mondays, April 4 through May
9, 1:30 to 4 p.m. This program is an
evidence-based Chronic Disease SelfManagement Workshop developed by
Stanford University. The workshop is
for any person who has one or more
chronic conditions and who wants to
learn to live more healthfully. It helps
people learn everyday skills to manage
chronic health symptoms and get the
most out of life. Caregivers of a person
with a chronic condition are also invited
to attend.
In the Living Well take Charge of
Your Health Workshop, you will learn
how to manage symptoms, how to
communicate effectively with doctors,
how to lessen frustration, how to fight
fatigue, how to make daily tasks easier,
and how to get more out of life. To ensure that you get the most out of the
program, attendance is recommended
at all six sessions. Registration is limited, so sign up now by calling 301-4754200, ext. *1050.
Make a Caterpillar Bracelet
The Garvey Senior Activity Center
invites seniors ages 50 and above to
join Sue Peters as she teaches this advanced jewelry making technique on
Tuesday, March 29 at 1 p.m. Cost: $10,
payable to Sue Peters, includes all supplies. To register, call 301-475-4200, ext.
*1050.
Independent Art at Loffler
Do you have an art project you are enjoying but would like to work on it while
visiting with other people? Independent
Art takes place on Wednesdays from
1 to 4 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. There is no cost or instructor
for these sessions, just the freedom and
space to create. Grab a friend, your canvas and easel and head over to Loffler
for an afternoon of Independent Art. For
questions call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.
Learn about Renewable Energy
In keeping with National Earth Month
a video will be shown at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, April
6 at 10 a.m. that takes a look at ways
air, water, earth, and fire are transformed
into clean, reliable sources of heat, electricity, and even automobile fuel. This
50-minute video looks at several implementations of renewable energy that are
already in place including a solar roof
by FedEx at a regional sort facility in
Oakland, Calif., a wind power project in

central New York using fewer, larger turbines, and the widespread use of geothermal energy in Iceland, plus much
more. Register for this video by calling
301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the
reception desk to sign up. (Seating is
limited to 16)
Health Presentation at Loffler
Health Connections will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday,
April 7 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to present
the topic Cardiac Health: Prevention and
Signs and Symptoms of a Problem. To
register for this free, interactive presentation call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or
stop by the reception desk to sign up.
Beauty Bazaar at Northern
Come see all of the newest spring
trends in beauty and fashion. The Northern Senior Activity Center is having a
Beauty Bazaar on Friday, April 1. Vendor
tables will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
with the latest in clothing, makeup, and
skincare, and wellness products. Prices
for products and sales are determined
by vendor. Free samples and demos
will be available based on vendors while
supplies last. Vendors to include Taylor Maries Apparel, Traci Lynn Fashion
Jewelry, Young Living Essential Oils,
and Younique Cosmetics. Join us at
12:30 p.m. for a fashion show of Taylor
Maries Apparel modelled by our very
own members! To sign up for lunch or
if interested in being a model, call 301475-4002, ext. *3103.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
Williams and Quade Families

By Linda Reno
Contributing Writer
John Thomas Williams, born in 1861,
was the son of William Henry Williams
(1822-ca1865) and his second wife, Mary
Polly Copsey (1826-aft. 1880, widow
of Jeremiah Jerome Russell). He married
Ann Maria Gray (1869-ca1896, daughter
of George E. H. Gray and Margaret Ann
Harris) on May 5, 1885 at St. Josephs RCC.
Their children were: Sarah Frances Quade,
born April 9, 1887; Mary Dyree Quade,
born August 16, 1889; Annie Gertrude
Quade, born June 9, 1893; and John Ireland
Quade, born October 10, 1896. He married
second, Louise Virginia Lula Knott on
March 25, 1904. Lula died prior to 1910
and they had no children. John Thomas
Williams died July 31, 1914 of cancer of the
face. He is probably buried at St. Josephs.
Sarah Frances Williams, born April 9,
1887 married Joseph Isaac Quade (born
April 5, 1892, son of Isaac Emmanuel
Quade and Lucy Ann Russell) on May 18,
1910 at St. Aloysius. Sarah died November
27, 1963.
Mary Dyree Williams (called Dyree),
born August 16, 1889 married James Sylvester Jimmy Quade (born July 3, 1884,
son of Richard Edward Quade and Betty
Ann Pilkerton) April 4, 1904 at St. Aloy-
sius. Dyree died November 8, 1964.

Annie Gertrude Williams (called
Gertie), born June 9, 1893 married Joseph
Lansdale Quade (born May 2, 1882, also
the son of Richard Edward Quade and Betty Ann Pilkerton) December 16, 1908 at
St. Aloysius. Joseph Lansdale Quade died
October 19, 1941. Gertie married second,
Stephen Ignatius Quade (1871-1952, son of
Charles Llewellyn Quade and his first wife,
Mary Ann Gertrude Pilkerton) about 1943.

Gertie died December 14, 1960.
John Ireland Williams was born October 10, 1896. He married Rose Kathleen
Quade (1908-1973, daughter of Richard
Edward Quade and his second wife, Mary
Florence Gray, and half-sister of James Sylvester Quade and Joseph Lansdale Quade)
December 23, 1922. He died April 23,
1930.
I remember these ladies from my childhood. If there was anything they liked to
do it was play cards (pitch) and watch wrestling. I can still recall the three of them
clustered around a small black and white
television at Gerties house in Hughesville
rooting on their favorite wrestlers. My parents were particularly close to Dyree and
spent many Sunday afternoons playing
cards at her house. She lived in a house
next to Murphys Store in Oakville. The
house, owned by Philip Graves, was torn
down many years ago.
These relationships from long ago carried over into today. My best friends are
Pearl (Morgan) Pfuhl (Dyrees granddaughter) and Sandy (Whitmire) Hayward
(Gerties granddaughter).
Shown here in this very charming picture taken about 1911, are members of the
Williams and Quade families. The men,
from left to right: James Sylvester Quade,
John Thomas Williams (sitting, holding his
grandson James Lewis Quade, son of Mary
Dyree), John Ireland Williams, and Joseph
Lansdale Quade. The women, from left
to right: Mary Dyree (Williams) Quade,
holding her son Andrew Johnson Quade
and Annie Gertrude (Williams) Quade,
holding her son Thomas Edward Quade.
Wanderings
of an Aimless Mind
Renewal of
Spirit and
Energy
Easter; a time of renewal, rebirth, resplendence. We
have lots of wonderful nights
of Easter services this week
which I look so forward to every year. The somber and mysterious service of Tenebrae (a
service of darkness and light),
then Maundy Thursday with
the stripping of the altar, and
afterwards the Vigil being
kept in the church from 8 p.m.
until noon on Good Friday.
Good Fridays services are
at noon for the Good Friday
Liturgy and at 7 p.m. is The
Way of the Cross. Saturdays
service is the most powerful
for me with the fire outside
at 6 p.m. for The Great Vigil
of Easter. The sun begins to
get lower in the sky over the
marsh of Chaptico Bay across
from Christ Church, and the
fire set under our tower whips
up in a mini tornado of startling brightness. It is a beautiful service. The kids, of
course, look more forward to
Easter Sunday with the large
Easter egg hunt and refreshments in the cemetery around
the church after the service.
Traditions are formed for
young, new families and old,
fond memories are brought to
the surface for others.
Easter also means renewal at home. I dont know if I
will get all my spring cleaning
and decorating done in time
for Sunday. I am just trying
to keep up with laundry, and
theres only two of us. I think
my husband must secretly
change clothes four or five
times a day. I know this will
be true now that swimming
pool season is upon us, but
how does this happen now? I
suppose I should feel sorry for
my husband. Last Thursday, at
my Johns Hopkins Rheumatology appointment, my doctor asked if I wanted a cortisone injection in my knee after
she saw how it looked. Quickly, I said, Yes, please!!! Hot
dog, I thought, I will get some
things accomplished now for
Easter. Plus I knew our church
was having our St. Patricks
Day dinner this past Saturday and I would need lots of
energy for helping and having

fun. Some people say they do
not get the euphoria and speed
feeling from cortisone injections, but I do. Thats where I,
and you, should feel sorry for
my husband. He says that after a cortisone shot, I turn into
the Energizer Bunny for two
months (if I am lucky), and
drive him crazy with cleaning, organizing, and planning.
A few nights ago, I started reorganizing the laundry room
at 10 p.m.
I must include a fairy garden update, since so many of
you wrote me kind e-mails
about your own fairy gardens
or when and where all the
good sales are for accessories. Thank you very much. I
am checking everything out
and still looking forward to
the fairy and gnome show at
Annmarie Gardens on the
24th. So, far the donated fire
pit from my friend Debs for
the fairy garden project is all
primed and painted. Next, I
placed hand-picked rocks I
received awhile back from
another friend on the bottom
for drainage, added a layer of
charcoal to prevent mold, and
then dumped out the remnants
of potting soil from every
mum pot from fall onto the
top. It is supposed to be watered and then left to settle.
Thats the point I am at now;
settling. Now, I can shape
the soil and start adding all
the fairy houses and accessories that I hope to find before
all the grandkids get here for
Easter Sunday. Right now, I
have three stepping stones, a
gazing ball, and my oversized
fairy door which I think I am
going to glue to the bottom of
a nearby tree instead. I better get cracking. I can hear
the White Rabbit calling me,
Hurry, hurry, dont be late, so
much to do, so much to do.
To each new days adventure,
Shelby
Please send your comments
or ideas to:
shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.
com or find me on facebook:
Shelby Oppermann
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Create A
Home
Budget-Friendly
Home Landscape
Homeowners understandably envy the awardworthy photo spreads in lawn and garden magazines,
wanting to emulate those same looks on their own
properties. Scores of designers and landscape architects are involved in the process of creating those
amazing lush lawns and perfectly placed plantings. Although not every homeowner has the budget to create
lavish landscape designs, its still possible for homeowners to create lawns they can be proud of.
Establish your budget. The first step in any project
is to determine how much money you can devote to
the job. Once you have established the budget, all other
factors can be built around it.
Find an inspiration piece. Great landscapes are inspired by many things, whether its a memorable piece
of art or a landscape layout in a lawn and gardening
magazine. Use photos of other gardens or neighbors
yards as inspiration and build off of them. As long as
the theme is cohesive, it will look pleasing to the eye.
Consider the space and how you want to use it.
Understanding the space will help you better allocate
your budget. If your yard is more of a retreat, look for
ways to create privacy and a vacation feel. If you have
kids and entertaining friends is a main priority, focus
on recreational aspects, such as a pool, playset and
some durable plants. Understanding how to allocate
your budget will help you to avoid spending money
frivolously.
Think about reclaimed or repurposed materials.
Brand new items can quickly eat up a budget. However, repurposing salvaged or inexpensive items can
stretch that budget while adding some unique flair to a
landscape. See if you can find an outdoor patio set that
someone is giving away or selling for a lower price.
All it takes is a coat of paint and some new cushions to
make it look like new. Discarded bricks or stones can
be worked into a patio space or used to create raised
garden beds. Purchase inexpensive flower pots and
then paint them to make them look like stone or another desired material.
Buy native plants. Native plants, shrubs, trees, and
flowers will fare better than non-native, exotic plants.

That means youll have to spend less time and money
nurturing them into health, and less money having to
replace plants that cannot withstand your climate.
Consider perennial plants. Perennials may cost
more at the outset, but the savings will be realized in
the years to come.
Hire a professional. It may seem counterintuitive
to spend money on a landscaping professional when
youve established a strict budget, but thats one way
to save money. Landscape artists or garden designers
have the experience to guide you in the right direction
and help you avoid potentially costly mistakes.
Use gravel in spots where plants dont thrive.
Gravel is an inexpensive landscaping material that can
fill in voids where plants or ground cover simply do
not flourish. Those working on limited budgets may be
happy to learn gravel is typically less expensive than
concrete or pavers.
Ask friends or family for clippings. Dont be shy
about admiring the plantings of those you know. Flatter their good taste and ask if you can have some clippings to propagate yourself. These clippings can turn
into lush plants in no time with no additional spending required.
With some frugal spending, planning and budgeting, anyone can create a beautiful landscape.
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