2015-12-17 St. Mary's County Times

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IN LOCALBus Driver Has Four

Decades on County Roads

IN LOCALState Proposes Newtowne

Neck Park Plan

IN LOCAL County Tax Revenues

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More Traffic Proposed For “Terrible” IntersectionCommercial Project Could Generate Almost 13,000 Trips A Day

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By Guy LeonardStaff Writer

As the budgeting process for fiscal 2017 begins the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County will have an increase in tax revenues to build their next spend-ing plan, but only a slight one.

According to the latest figures the county’s operating budget should come to $218.1 million from a combination of property, income and other taxes.

This represents a 1.2 percent increase over the current budget.

County finance officials also predict that the revenues will also increase for fiscal 2018 to 221.2 million.

The majority of the revenues come from the property tax, projected to hit $106.1 million for next fiscal year and $106.3 million for fiscal 2018, accord-ing to county government figures.

The income tax is also expected to increase from $85.5 million to $88.3 million in fiscal 2017.

With the small revenue increases come equally small plans to increase programs or services, according to county documents.

Commissioner guidelines on pro-ceeding with the budget include ap-proving only essential cost changes and allowing no new initiatives from coun-ty government.

The plan also calls for maintaining enough reserves in the county budget of at least 15 percent.

Also, any cost savings should lead to immediate budget reductions and not be put towards any expansion of already existing government programs.

Commissioner Todd Morgan said the budget was essentially unmoved from last year, leaving very little room for any other considerations.

“I honestly thought we had a little more coming,” Morgan said. “Property assessments are coming in very flat.”

He said commissioners would likely have to be cautious with spending much the same way Gov. Larry Hogan was setting the tone for the state’s budget in Annapolis.

“I think it’s important that we follow the governor’s lead,” Morgan said.

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The Maryland Park Service (MPS) showed its latest plan for 776 acres of land in Newtowne Neck that the state purchased back in 2009 Teusday, which it said balanced the wishes of tourists and local residents alike.

The plan aims to retain and preserve the nearly pristine rural character and waterfront of the land, park officials say, once long-owned by the Society of Jesus and the home of one of the oldest Catholic parishes in the United States. But it still represents a significant in-crease in the amount of development that is slated to occur their to provide more tourist amenities.

The master plan is the result of a long, sometimes-stalled and occassionally controversial process in which some lo-cal residents complained that the part land was better served to stay as it is.

According to master plan documents the land is almost completely untouched except for some parking and a park ranger house along with some trails.

The new plan calls for improving the roads that lead into and out of the park land as well as implementing a conser-vation buffer around St. Francis Xavier Church.

The plan includes 10 miles of walk-ing and nature trails as well as two ded-icated stations for tourists or hikers to rest. There will also be two dedicated kayak launches and two campsites that campers can access via water if they paddle in, the plan states.

Improved access to beach and fish-ing areas are also included in the plan; a pier for larger boats is also planned.

Currently there is a transient pier available that Natural Resources Po-lice use; they will also be responsible for patrolling the park to ensure public safety, said Mary Owens, chief of plan-ning with MPS.

There will be a significant increase in the amount of parking available, with 80 to 100 spaces available across seven lots, according to the plan.

At the ranger station, which is cur-rently in operation, the state plans a na-ture discovery center, a special events barn as well as a kayak launch and ad-ditional parking.

At the end of the neck of the proper-ty, also known as the Lacey Beach site, there are plans for a pavilion, restroom and picnic area with two parking lots for access to the beach and for closer access to the pavilion.

The master plan is for a 15-year pe-riod and will mean that several old or dilapidated structures will be razed; about $700,000 will be spent on initial improvements between now and 2020 according to the plan.

Christie Bright, head ranger for the county’s parks, said the park service re-alized there were some who were still opposed to further development to the land.

“Not everybody is going to be hap-py,” Bright told county commissioners.

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Commissioners Get Revenue Estimates

State Finalizes Newtowne Neck Plan

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Collective Bargaining For Sheriff’s Office Dead

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Despite having support going into Tuesday’s meeting of the Commission-ers of St. Mary’s County, a proposal by Commissioner John O’Connor to send forward a bill that would allow collec-tive bargaining for sheriff’s deputies and corrections officers died before it could make it to the state delegation.

One of the key votes to turn against the measure was Commissioner Tom Jar-boe, who said he supported the concept of collective bargaining for the sheriff’s office but believed the proposed legisla-tion would not be successful.

He noted that the state delegation, which had the option to support the measure, showed virtually no enthusi-asm for it.

“It’s very clear that there was zero support in the delegation for this,” Jar-boe said. “I just don’t think we’re ready yet.

“I’m not ready to vote on this.”O’Connor called the 3-to-2 vote

agianst his proposal “ a kick in the face,” especially since the commissioners had received a letter from Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron saying he would support collective bargaining for his agency.

Commissioner Todd Morgan said collective bargaining as proposed un-

der the measure could lead to confu-sion as to whether deputies and correc-tions officers would first negotiate with the sheriff or directly with the county commissioners.

“The devil’s in the details on this one,” Morgan.

Commissioner Mike Hewitt said “it goes against my grain” to support collec-tive bargaining for a public employees.

“I didn’t get elected to start unions,” Hewitt said. “I don’t think it’s ready for prime time.”

O’Connor faced some criticism for proffering the measure because his wife is currently a deputy with the agency, meaning he might possibly benefit as a result of pay increases negotiated under a collective agreement.

He said he consulted with the county attorney and was satisfied that his sup-port of the measure was not a conflict of interest.

He said the possibility of his benefit-ing was “somewhat correct.”

“But somewhat only counts in horse-shoes and hand grenades,” O’Connor said.

He added that opposition to collective bargaining stemmed “out of ignorance and fear.”

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Beginning Tuesday, Dec. 15, NAS Patux-ent River Gate 3 will be closed until January 10, 2016, due to the holiday period. Motor-ists utilizing the Maryland Route 235 (MD 235) from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. may experience heavy traffic during the morning rush hour. The sheriff’s office will have additional pa-trol units in the area monitoring traffic con-ditions and taking enforcement actions as deemed appropriate.

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Community Chooses to #GiveCSM During #GivingTuesdayDay of Generosity Raises $36,424 for CSM Scholarships, Programs

The overwhelming generosity of alumni, friends, faculty and staff pushed the College of Southern Maryland Foundation beyond its hopes as 163 donors gave $36,424 for CSM’s scholarships and programs during this year’s #GivingTuesday on Dec. 1.

The 24-hour online #GivingTuesday event and one-day social media campaign is an in-ternational day focused on philanthropy and giving to others, following Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Donations to CSM’s #GiveCSM 24-hour event supported scholarships to help students afford degree programs as well as career and trades programs; attract the best and brightest in our region, encourage completion of degrees and certificates, and support student life and athletics.

“We, as a community college, depend on private donations and private-public partner-ships to maintain a high standard of quality and affordable education and career training,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried, who with his wife Linda were the college’s first do-nors on #GivingTuesday, supporting scholar-ships. “The college remains concerned about the mounting student debt crisis and hopes that students and parents realize that CSM is their best choice for starting their academic career, and scholarships make it an even more afford-able choice for many.”

Created by 92nd Street Y, a cultural center in New York City, #GivingTuesday is in its fourth year. With 71 countries participating in 2015, #GivingTuesday saw more than 698,960 donors participate worldwide giving $116.7 million. Through Razoo, CSM’s online giv-ing platform, the CSM Foundation was among the top participating nonprofit organizations with Razoo, ranking 20th among 753 large nonprofits.

“Our goal was to raise $30,000 in one day for scholarships and to make it a fun event by giving in various ways,” said CSM Foundation Chair Rané Franklin. “We are very pleased with the results and surpassing our goal. We

are grateful to our many sponsors and sup-porters for the impact they are making through their gifts, and we want to thank them all.”

This year the need and focus was on sup-porting scholarships for all CSM students in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties, and donors were able to double their impact by giv-ing to a “matching” scholarship fund, in which every dollar donated to specific scholarships was matched by the donor. CSM’s Matchmak-er sponsors included AVIAN, Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, Linda Cox in memory of Donald R. Cox, Neany, Inc., Val Nyce and Toni Zanelotti Kruszka. For a complete listing of the matching scholarships, visit http://foun-dation.csmd.edu/news-events/index.html

CSM’s Power Hour sponsors included Cold-well Banker Jay Lilly Real Estate, Exelon Generation, Mason Investment Advisory Ser-vices, Inc., SMECO and Vyalex Management Systems. #UNselfie sponsors were CSM Foun-dation Directors Greg and Becky Cockerham, Leah Estevez, Ruth Ann Ferrell, Franklin, Nancy Hempstead, Capt. Glen and Barbara Ives, Brenda Lowe, Jean Marie and Donald McDougall, Vickie Kite Milburn, Kim Rosen-field, Birdie Shannon and Gary Simpson.

Power hour prize winners were Joanne Ray, receiving a gift certificate to Brick Wood Fired Bistro and Calvert Marine Museum package; Bob Cochrane, receiving tickets and parking to a University of Maryland men’s basketball game; Chris Zimmermann, receiving a spa package to Jacqueline Morgan Day Spa and Annmarie Garden package; F. Ellsworth Geib Jr., receiving tickets to the Wizards vs. Celtics basketball game; and Bill McGee, receiving zip line passes to Empower Adventures.

Donations may continue to be made to the CSM Foundation at http://impact.csmd.edu. Photos reflecting the day’s activities are available at http://csmphoto.zenfolio.com/givetues2015.

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Throughout #GivingTuesday, scholarship recipients at the College of Southern Maryland made phone calls and delivered balloon bouquets to thank those who donated funds totaling $36,424 to CSM during the 24-hour online giving day. Delivering a thank you is CSM student Emily Smith, left, to CSM Senior Circulation Manager Anita Warnes.

#GivingTuesday was a trending topic on Twitter on Dec. 1, with education being one of the top five issues being discussed. Helping to prepare #unselfie notes for CSM students and donors to talk about supporting education by taking a picture, tagging it #unselfie and #GivingTuesday, and then sharing it on social media were, from left, CSM student Cheyenne Eller with CSM Foundation Director Nancy Hempstead and CSM’s Development Operations Specialist Nate Ryon.

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Lois Ann “Potsie” Dement has been driv-ing school buses for area Catholic schools for so long she cannot imagine doing anything else. In fact, at 75 years old one of her biggest worries is passing the physical each year so she can continue to do what she loves so much. “It’s in my blood,” she says. “And I like the kids.”

Her time on the road has been such that she has left an indelible impression on students and parents alike; she said she often meets young adults in her travels around the county who remember her fondly but she has known so many children from her many routes that she struggles to remember them all.

“When they see me in a store and ask how I’m doing I have to stop and think because when I had them they were so little,” Dement said with a laugh.

Ebulient and mirthy, Dement said that all the frustrations of dealing with sometimes rowdy children on a school bus were some-thing she has learned to work with since she started driving in 1977.

She said that some children have come to look at her as almost a grandmotherly figure and that they often mind their manners more around her.

“Once they get to know you, they’re nice to me,” Dement said. “You can tell St. Mary’s County kids from other kids.”

Though she was 35 when she started driv-ing professionally, she has been around buses since she was a child when her father, Paul Bell, tried his hand at the school bus trade.

It was one of many businesses he became involved in, Dement said of her father, includ-ing stints in farming, raising ponies, growing tobacco and even working with dumptrucks.

Her parents started their school bus entre-prise in the mid-1940s, she said, and her love of driving the buses has been with her ever since.

“My father would get into anything,” De-

ment said. “He told my mother to take me out and teach me how to drive the bus.

“That’s how I learned.”Things were much simpler back then in St.

Mary’s she said.“It gets worse every year since I started,

the rules you have to follow,” she said. “But I still enjoy doing it, you just have to abide by the rules.”

For one family that has sent all five of their children to Catholic schools locally, Dement has a special place in their hearts.

She has driven the Lawrence children to school for years; the oldest is now 31 and the youngest still rides the bus at 16 years old going to St. Mary’s Ryken High School in Leonardtown.

“She’s wonderful, we love her,” said Bridgette Lawrence, their mother. “She’s very loving.”

Their children care about her so much they send Dement cards with messages as well as family pictures.

Lawrence said their home was the first stop on Dement’s bus route for years and that she would always try to accommodate them even when they weren’t exactly in sync with her pick-up schedule.

“When we wake up late or are running be-hind I would throw open our front door to let her know that we were coming,” Lawrence said. “She’d always wait a minute for us.

“She went above and beyond for us so many times.”

Lawrence said Dement’s kindness spread to many other children over her long career.

“There are many other families,” she said. “She really knew her kids.”

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Bus Driver Has 40 Years On The Road

By Crista DockrayStaff Writer

Students at the Calvert Country School helped Dominion Cove Point with their For-est Mitigation Plan on Monday, Dec. 14.

From 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. students and em-ployees of Dominion Cove Point worked to-gether to plant trees on the school property.

According to a press release, Dominion worked with the public school system and government agencies and identified 15 acres of land where they will plant about 5,250 trees native to Calvert County and the Ches-apeake Bay. Species chosen to be planted include red and white oak, loblolly pine and tulip poplar.

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Dement on board her bus

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Mary Jane Smith is the longest full-time employee and the daughter-in-law of the first employee of the Arc of South-ern Maryland. She has been working with the Arc of Southern Maryland since 1978, a full 37 years.

“You can’t tell the story of the Arc without Mary Jane,” said Nkeshi Free, Development and Public Relations Man-ager at the Arc.

Smith has been in Maryland all of her life, but moved to Calvert County when she started high school in 1965.

Smith started at the Arc as a part-time van driver in 1978, picking up and drop-ping off the clients of the Arc, which at the time was in Mount Hope.

After five years, she started full time as the transportation coordinator.

Smith hopped around a few other jobs within the agency before landing as the Property Manager in the mid-80s. This was her job for the next 25 years.

Smith held many responsibilities as the property manager. She took care of all the homes in all three counties, which grew to be around 30 properties.

If a house was purchased to be used as a group home, Smith went in and brought it up to code. She would renovate the house, fix what needed to be repaired and brought the house to a standard that the clients from the Arc would be safe and comfortable living within.

After the house was brought up to code, it was Smith’s responsibility for the general upkeep of the house. This meant painting walls, buying new furni-ture, carpets, appliances, etc. and writ-ing the budget every year to get these needs in order.

In her care was also the fleet of vehicles.

Among all of these responsibilities, she still found time to serve on the safety committee.

Last October, Smith took over her cur-rent job as the Quality Assurance Spe-cialist. Although she still takes care of the

homes, it is in a different manner. Smith goes out to all of the homes

and look for issues that licensing would catch. This means keeping program books up to date, making sure the cli-ents’ goals are met and overall insuring that the clients are being treated fairly.

Smith also organizes the emergency equipment in the houses, like shelter-in-place kits and first aid kits, and does emergency preparedness drills in all of the homes.

She still takes care of the vehicles, which now total to 23 vans, and teaches defensive driving.

Smith believes that her biggest accom-plishment is taking care of the clients and their homes and making them what they are today. She describes the homes as clean, top-notch houses with beautiful furniture.

“They live in a well-kept home,” she said.

Smith says she has stayed with the Arc for so long because of the people she has met along the way.

“The people, absolutely the people. I love working for them, and doing things for them and making things better for them. That’s it in a nutshell,” Smith said.

In her spare time Smith enjoys spend-ing time with her husband Ron Smith, who has his own insurance business in Huntingtown. Together they love to go boating, go on cruises, take vaca-tions, and spend time with their seven grandchildren.

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Celebrating the Arc’s Longest Full-Time Employee

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Dominion Foundation Supports CSM

Robotics Programs Through Competitions,

Elementary, Middle Schoolers Develop Interest in STEM Fields

The College of Southern Maryland received one of 142 educational grants awarded through Dominion and the Dominion Foundation for its K-12 Education Partnership to support the college’s Energy Robotics Challenge Program. The $9,400 grant will be used to host the LEGO Robotics Championship April 16 for elementary and middle schools in Southern Maryland. The competition is intended to nurture an interest with the students in science, technology, engineering and math, while helping them understand the career opportunities within STEM and related fields. A research project with a focus on energy education is also part of the competition. From left are CSM Vice President/Dean of Prince Frederick Campus Dr. Rich Fleming; CSM Foundation Directors Leah Estevez and Rane’ Franklin; Mike Frederick, vice president of LNG Operations for Dominion Cover Point LNG; CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried; CSM Board Chair Dorothea Smith; Karl R. Neddenien, media relations and community relations manager, Dominion Cover Point LNG; CSM Foundation Directors Tom Quattlebaum and Brenda Lowe; and CSM Business and Technology Division Interim Chair Bernice Brezina.


12-3-2015 – Theft The Emergency Communi-

cations Center (ECC) received a call for a male that stole a laptop from Best Buy in Cali-fornia and then fled the area on foot. While responding to the scene, the ECC advised the subject was now a passenger in a vehicle traveling northbound on Three Notch Road. Sergeant C. Safford located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. While making contact with the occupants of the vehicle, he observed an Apple Mac-book laying on the floorboard between the legs of the suspect, Angus Winston Mack-all, age 46, of Suitland, MD. Mackall was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Theft $1,000 - $10,000. CASE# 70241-15

12-3-2015 – Home InvasionDeputy J. Bittner responded

to the 2200 block of Callahan Drive in Lexington Park, for the report of a disturbance in progress. The victim alleged the suspect, Lisa Marie Kuntz, age 25, of Lusby, walked into the victim’s bedroom and began yelling obscenities. After being removed, Kuntz broke out the glass in the front door, kicked in the panel, and then climbed through the door panel opening. The victim alleged Kuntz continued a physical assault on the victim. The victim displayed injuries con-sistent with the allegations. Kuntz was ar-rested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Home Invasion, 3rd Degree Burglary, 4th Degree Burglary, 2nd Degree Assault and Destruction of Property under $1000. CASE# 70150-15

12-4-2015 – Assault The suspect, Zehra Senel Oz-

tas, age 28 of Lexington Park, repeatedly refused to vacate a residence on the 20000 block of Ridge Road in Lexington Park, after being served with a pro-tective order. Subsequently, she was placed under arrest at which time she actively re-sisted. Corporal D. Corcoran was able to handcuff Oztas and transport her to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Violation of Protective Order, Second Degree Assault, and Resisting Ar-rest. CASE# 70356-15

12-2-2015 – BurglaryDeputy S. Cameron respond-

ed to the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the report of trespassing. Upon arrival, contact was made with the victim who alleged the suspect, Christopher Scott Lacey, age 30, of Lexington Park, was trespassing on the victim’s property. Lacey forced entry into the residence and refused to vacate after the victim asked him several times to leave. Lacey was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Fourth Degree Burglary and Trespassing Private Property. CASE# 70078-15

12-3-2015 – TheftCorporal E. O’ Connor re-

sponded to the 20000 block of Point Lookout Road in Cal-laway, for the report of a stolen backhoe. The Sheriff’s Office

received numerous calls stating the sus-pect, Thomas Edward Dean, Junior, age 42, of Ridge, was seen following a back-hoe on Route 5. While responding to the suspect’s address, Corporal D. Reppel received a call advising the suspect was operating the backhoe in his backyard. The front bucket frame was painted and appeared to be an attempt to hide identi-fying information. After the tractor had been confirmed stolen, Dean was placed under arrest. He was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with Theft $10,000 - $100,000 and Willfully and Maliciously Deface Property with a Value of $1000.00. CASE# 70211-15

12-6-2015 – AssaultDeputy D. Holdsworth re-

sponded to the 29000 block of Boundary Drive in Mechan-icsville, for the report of an assault. The victim alleged the suspect, Angelina Adelia Torres, age 22, of Mechanics-ville, struck the victim in the mouth during an argument. Torres was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Second Degree Assault. CASE# 70942-15

12-4-2015 – AssaultDeputy D. Stewart re-

sponded to the 18000 block of Point Lookout Road in Park Hall, for the report of an assault. The victim alleged the suspect, Jordan Charles Welsh, age 26, of Park Hall, struck the victim with a closed fist on the left side of the victim’s face. Welsh was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with 2nd Degree As-sault. CASE# 70574-15

12-5-2015 – TheftDeputy M. Rodgers re-

sponded to the 45000 block of Miramar Way in California (Walmart) for the report of a theft. The suspect, Heather Marie Garner, age 27, of Hol-lywood, attempted to conceal items and exit store without paying for the merchandise. Garner was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Cen-ter. She was charged with Theft Under $1000. CASE# 70700-15

12-4-2015 - Suspicious IncidentDeputy T. Siciliano re-

sponded to the 45000 block of Worth Ave in California (Best Buy), for a suspicious incident. The suspect, Pa-tricia Ann Bates, age 32, of Lexington Park, was ob-served attempting to leave the store without paying for merchandise. Further investigation re-vealed an outstanding bench warrant for Bates. Bates was in possession of what appeared to be a baggie full of Loraze-pam and a crack pipe. Bates was charged with Two Counts of CDS Possession: Not Marijuana, CDS Possession: Para-phernalia, Contraband in a Place of Confinement, and a Bench Warrant for Child Support. CASE# 70478-15

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In the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland

Case No.: 18-C-15-001412 The above Petitioner has

filed a Petition for Change of Name in which he seeks to change his name from Robert Keith Jones to Robert Keith Long. The petitioner is seek-ing a name change for the fol-lowing reason:

To correct documentation mix up.

Any person may file an ob-jection to the Petition on or before the 1st day of January, 2016. The objection must be supported by an affidavit 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 circu-lation in the county at least fifteen (15) days before the deadline to file an objection.

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Reaching for the Stars (RFTS) Maryland Chapter and Personalized Therapy LLC is in the process of assisting a local family in South-ern Maryland who will be reuniting with their daughter this Christmas. We would like to pro-tect this little ones autonomy, so her personal information will be limited....but we really do need some help for this family! “Ruby” is a 14yo girl who is reuniting with her mother and siblings after being separated from them due to medical necessity.

After a treacherous journey to the US from Honduras, “Ruby” was taken to a treatment fa-cility in New York where she has been patient-ly awaiting an approval process to relocate to Southern Maryland with her family right before Christmas! She was initially diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy until she arrived at the treatment facility in New York, where she was tested and able to receive the proper diagnosis of Rett Syn-drome. Unlike Cerebral Palsy, Rett Syndrome is a rare progressive “genetic” neurological dis-order. However there are similarities in how Rett Syndrome affects the inability to use mus-

cles for eye and body movements and speech.Given the significant circumstances, we are

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Hollywood Wreck Puts Focus on Town Center ProjectBy Guy LeonardStaff Writer

The concerns of the county’s Planning Commission about increased traffic prob-lems that would come from a proposed de-velopment on about 14 acres of land in the Hollywood Town Center, proved prophetic when a serious accident at the intersection of Three Notch Road and Route 245 oc-curred Tuesday night.

The crash caused one truck to be flipped on its side and two people to be taken for treatment of serious injuries.

The proposed development would sit at one of the corners of that very intersec-tion and would eventually include a CVS Pharmacy, a commercial site that could be a large gas station and another retail ele-ment, according to planners.

The project would be located on an old farm plot and is expected to generate al-most 13,000 vehicle trips a day.

Howard Thompson, chairman of the planning commission, said the developers of the project did not adequately answer all of the members’ questions about traffic volumes there and how they would handle the ingress and egress issues at the site from three different directions.

The plan calls for entrances at Route 235, Route 245 and Old Three Notch Road which runs roughly parallel to Route 235.

Thompson said the concept plan for the retail and pharmacy was a good one for Hollywood, save for the traffic concerns.

He also acknowledged that many busi-nesses in Hollywood had been denied di-rect access from Route 235 traditionally but the developers, the Dean Partnership LLP, were seeking just that.

The representatives for the developers were Kimley/Horn and Associates, Inc.

“The only good that would come out of that would be that they would have to take that turn lane [from Route 245 north on Route 235] and take it all the way to their entrance,” Thompson said.

There were other traffic improvements the developers would have to make before the commission could approve their site plan.

The members of the board decided Mon-day night not to approve the conceptual site plan, instead voting to take up the project at their Jan. 25 meeting Thompson said.

Thompson also said that the proposed intersection with Route 245 at the second entrance to the project was not nearly the distance the State Highway Administra-tion (SHA) usually required to be from the main intersection with Route 235 and Route 245.

The rule often held, he acknowledged, was for the entrance to a project to be about 700 to 750 feet from the main intersection; the one proposed is only about 300 feet.

Thompson said that despite assurances from the developer that their own discus-sions with SHA showed it would not be a problem, he was not satisfied.

“I want them to tell me why they’re OK with it,” Thompson told The County Times, adding that the confluence of the three intersections was convoluted at best and worked better only marginally years ago when there was far less traffic.

“It was a much slower state [of affairs],” Thompson said. “It’s just not that way anymore.

“It’s a terrible intersection. It always has been.”

The accident Tuesday night only put the commission’s work on the traffic concerns in sharper focus, he said, especially since the developer said they had not completed a 24-hour traffic study of the intersection.

“They haven’t done anything like that,” Thompson said.

Kimley/Horn and Associates, Inc. did not return phone calls seeking comment as of press time.

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“It’s a terrible intersection. It

always has been.”

The three-vehicle accident that occurred Tuesday night left two people seriously injured and required them to be flown out by medical helicopter for treatment. The crash occurred at the intersection of Sotterley Road and Route 235 where a significant commercial project is planned nearby.


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Patricia Nardone Osborne, 63

Patricia Nardone Os-borne, 63, of Hollywood, MD died December 7, 2015 at the University of Maryland Charles Re-gional Medical Center, La Plata, MD.

She was born August 26, 1952 in Baltimore, MD to Grace “Pat” Torrence Nardone and the late Flavio Nardone.

Patricia graduated in 1970 from Tow-son High School. She attended Western Maryland College and graduated in 1974. She later attended Catholic University of America in Washington, DC where she earned her Master’s Degree in 2012. Pa-tricia worked for the State of Maryland at the Department of Social Services for St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles Counties for 25 years. She was a member of Hollywood United Methodist church for the last 27 years. Patricia enjoyed traveling; being a Navy wife allowed her to travel around the world. She loved to sing and was an avid Ravens and Orioles fan, but most of all she loved spending time with her family.

In addition to her mother, she is sur-vived by her children, Cheryl L. Osborne, of Hollywood, MD, Margaret C. Osborne, of Hollywood, MD, David L. Osborne (Sam), of Lexington Park, MD, and Rob-ert C. Osborne, of Hollywood, MD; sis-ters, Pamela Scherr (Dr. Stuart Scherr), of Reisterstown, MD, and Mary Elizabeth South (Spencer), of Roswell, GA; brother, Christopher S. Nardone (Victoria), of Roswell, GA; and seven grandchildren, Flavio Reese Osborne, Tyler K. Osborne, Christian M. Phillips, Jr., Travis C. Os-borne, Carmine A. Phillips, Cassius A. Phillips, and Kira I. L. Snyder.

Family will receive friends for Patricia’s Life Celebration on Friday, December 11, 2015 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., at the Brinsfield Fu-neral Home Chapel, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Inter-ment will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 12:45 p.m., at Dulaney Val-ley Memorial Gardens, 200 East Padonia Road, Timonium, MD 21093.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contri-butions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown,

MD 20650, or, the American Heart As-sociation, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.

Condolences may be made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.

Agnes Marie Wood, 99

Agnes Marie Wood, 99, of St. Mary’s City, MD died on December 11, 2015 at Solomons Nursing Center surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on No-vember 4, 1916 in Calla-way, MD to the late James Robert Dement and Elizabeth Combs Dement.

Marie was born and raised in St. Mary’s County. She lived for over 70 years in St. Mary’s City. She was married for over 65 wonderful years to Charles Dolie Wood, Jr., before his passing in August 2001. She was a dedicated mother and wife, and supported her family helping on the tobacco farm and taking care of the fam-ily home. She was an excellent cook, baker, and seamstress. She raised beauti-ful flower gardens. Marie volunteered for many years in the school cafeteria at St. Michael’s School. She knew every child’s name. She is a long time member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church and St. Ceci-lia’s Catholic Church.

Marie is survived by her children, James A. Wood (Gay) of Washington, D.C., Ro-berta W. Davis (Wilson) of St. Mary’s City, MD, Shirley W. Melton (Tom) of Churchton, MD, Charles “CD” Wood, III (Judy) of Hollywood, MD, John G. Wood (Sara) of St. Mary’s City, MD, Francis I. Wood (Cecelia) of Beachville, MD, Mary W. Jones (Mike) of Ellicott City, MD; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she is also pre-ceded in death by her daughter, Rose Ma-rie Burroughs and her three sisters.

Family will receive friends on Wednes-day, December, 16, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 12:00 p.m., at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 16566 Three Notch Road, Ridge, MD 20680. Inter-

ment will follow in the church cemetery.Serving as pallbearers will be Todd

Melton, Craig Melton, Peter Davis, David Wood, Chris Wood and Mike Springer.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Archangel Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 259, Ridge, MD 20680; Ridge Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 520, Ridge, MD 20680; Ridge Volun-teer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 456, Ridge, MD 20680; and Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.



Joseph “Joe” Leonard Russell, 83

Joseph “Joe” Leonard Russell, 83, of Mechanics-ville, MD died on Decem-ber 11, 2015 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonard-town, MD.

He was born on August 23, 1932, in Leonardtown, MD to the late Edward James Russell and Mary Emily Valland-ingham Russell.

Joe was born and raised on a farm in Clements, MD. He appreciated the hard work involved in caring for a farm and made sure his sons learned the same ap-preciation by teaching them how to har-vest tobacco when they were youngsters. On November 9, 1957, he married the love of his life, his beloved wife, Dolores Sinkovich Russell in Minersville, Penn-sylvania. Together, they celebrated over 58 wonderful years of marriage--their love was like no other and an inspiration to their children and grandchildren. He was employed by the Coca-a-Cola Com-pany as a plant foreman until his retire-ment. Every year, he grew a beautiful flower garden with a variety of flowers for his wife as well as a vegetable garden in which he always shared his produce with family, neighbors, and friends. Joe was known as “the man with the beauti-ful garden.” His other hobbies included cheering on the Washington Redskins, fishing, eating fresh seafood, and spend-ing time outdoors. However, his great-

est love was for his family for whom he loved to spend his time with--they will miss him immensely. He was also an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

In addition to his beloved wife, Joe is also survived by his children, Christine M. Russell (Charles) of Mechanicsville, MD, Scott A. Russell (Rebecca) of Hol-lywood, MD, Kent D. Russell (Kara) of Harrisburg, PA, Cheryl L. Chase (Robert) of Richmond, VA, and Cathy Jo Russell of Richmond, VA; his sister, Mary Margaret Wooten of Bowie, MD; daughter-in-law, Holly Russell of Bris-tow, VA; eight grandchildren, Crystal Murphy, Patrick Russell, Kara Russell, Laurel Hamilton, Andrew Russell, Ra-chel Russell, Luke Russell, and Lance Russell; and his great-grandson, Noah Murphy. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his son, Denise K. Russell; and his siblings, Catherine Church, James E. Russell, Jr., Anne Williams, Martha Beavers, Lloyd Russell, John A. Russell, and Patricia Powell.

Family will receive friends on Tues-day, December 15, 2015 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with prayers recited at 7:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Keith Woods on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catho-lic Church, 29119 Point Lookout Road, Morganza, MD 20660. Interment will follow at Queen of Peace Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Charles Russell, Scott Russell, Kent Russell, Rob Chase, Patrick Russell, and Andrew Russell. Honorary pallbearers will be Crystal Murphy, Kara Russell, Laurel Hamilton, Rachel Russell, Luke Russell, and Lance Russell.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society, c/o St. Aloysius Catholic Church, P.O. Box 310, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, P.O. Box 175, Morganza, MD 20660.



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Ronald Lynn Rebarchick, Sr., 70

Ronald Lynn Rebar-chick, Sr. 70, of Leonard-town, MD died on Decem-ber 4, 2015 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonard-town, MD.

He was born on July 25, 1945 in Alexandria, VA to the late Leonard Stanley Rebarchick and Adele Marion McMillian.

Ronnie was a 1963 graduate of Ryken High School. In January 1964, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army and served his country until his honorable discharge in 1967. He was a travelling salesman and he especially enjoyed do-ing shows along the southern circuit of Florida. His hobbies included camping and traveling, including a three year tour of the United States. He was an excellent cook and had an extensive collection of hot wheel cars. He enjoyed his pet macaw, parrot, and dachshund, Stasha.

Ronnie is survived by his siblings, Dale F. Rebarchick (Isabel) of Leonardtown, MD; Theresa Raugstad (Ben) of Rich-mond, VA; Daniel Rebarchick (Robin) of Hollywood, MD; Steven Rebarchick of California, MD and Judith Wantz of Taneytown, MD. In addition to his par-ents, he is also preceded in death by his son, Ronnie Rebarchick, Jr.

A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Maryland Veteran’s Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD 20623.



Martina Victoria Bussler Aud, 88

Martina Victoria Bussler Aud, 88, of Hollywood, Md. passed away on Dec. 8 in Leonardtown, Md.

She was born on July 8, 1927 in Callaway, Md. to the late Mary Evans Bussler Dement and Mar-tin Bussler. Her father died before she was born. Her step-fa-ther was the late Alfred Dement.

Martina was the loving wife of James (Jeff) Aud, Jr., whom she married on Jan. 31, 1948 at the Holy Face Rectory in Great Mills, Md. Together they cel-ebrated 67 wonderful years of marriage.

Martina graduated from Great Mills High School in 1944. She worked at the Naval Air Station, Patuxent River until the birth of her first child in 1949. After that, she became a full time homemak-er. Martina enjoyed gardening and was a great cook. She loved country music and dancing. She was always happy to join in on a card game of pitch or poker with family and friends. After her hus-band Jeff retired, they enjoyed travelling across the United States in their campers and RVs. She was a fan of the Wash-ington Redskins, Baltimore Orioles, and enjoyed watching NASCAR racing. She was a devout Catholic all her life,

and was a member of St. John’s Catho-lic Church in Hollywood for the past 43 years.

In addition to her loving husband, Martina is survived by her six children, Victoria McCool (Jim) of Hertford, N.C., Janet Scammell of Surf City, N.J., David Aud (Sara) of Mechanicsville, Md., Es-ther Smith (Bruce) of Hollywood, Md., Joel Aud (Barbara) of Hollywood, Md., and Iris Roberts (Paul) of California, Md. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren, Scott Scammell of Gold-en, Colo., Kim Weisel of Stockton, N.J., Karyn Foley of Parkville, Md. Elizabeth Greer of Mechanicsville, Md., Catherine Sheaffer of California, Md., Jeffrey Smith of Hollywood, Md., Bryan Smith of College Park, Md., and Hannah Aud of Hollywood, Md.; and is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was pre-deceased by her brothers, Charles Earl Bussler and Allen Leroy Bussler, and her sister Nina Dement.

The family received friends on Thurs-day, Dec. 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gar-diner Funeral Home Leonardtown, Md.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. in St. John’s Catholic Church Hollywood, Md. with Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Inter-ment followed in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were; Jim McCool, Bruce Smith, Bryan Smith, Jeffrey Smith, Jef-frey Smith, Joel Aud, and Scott Scam-mell, IV. Honorary Pallbearers were; David Aud and Paul Roberts.

John Joseph “Jack” Kershaw Jr., 77

John Joseph “Jack” Kershaw Jr. 77 of Balti-more, Md. passed away at Johns Hopkins Hospi-tal after a brief illness on Dec. 9 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of John Joseph Kershaw and Margaret Catherine Butler of Washington, D.C. Jack was born in Washington, D.C. but lived most of his life in Southern Mary-land and West Virginia. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Louise Kershaw. He is survived by his son John Kershaw and his wife Julie. John’s children Christopher Kershaw and his wife Cathy, Jacqueline Kershaw, Ellen Kershaw, Stepheni Kershaw, Alyson Kershaw and John “Jack” Kershaw. His daughter Julie Kershaw. Julie’s children Marraine Melton and her husband Da-vid, Larraine Bumpass, Sa’sha Kershaw, Karrie Kershaw, and Lacy Kershaw. His daughter Jennifer Kershaw. Jennifer’s children Denise Murray and Ainsley Mitchell. Jack’s great grandchildren are Dominique Melton, Daniel Melton, Dar-ren Melton, Venson Bumpass, Trystan James, Joseph “JoJo” Brady V, Edward “Leroy” Kershaw and Kalayna Nwan-na. Family and friends will unite on Thursday, December 17 at 9:30 a.m. for a memorial service. The service will be held at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral home in Mechanicsville, Md. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of St.

Marys P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, Md. 20650.

David (Dave) Charles Falk, 58

David (Dave) Charles Falk, 58, of Leonard-town, Md. passed away surrounded by his lov-ing family on Dec. 2 in Washington, D.C. Born on Dec. 20, 1956 in Daly City, Ca., he was the son of June Hirsch of Leonardtown, Md. and the late Donald R. Falk. Dave was the loving husband of Patti Falk whom he married on Feb. 21, 1981 in Redeemer Lutheran Church Fort Wayne, Id.. Dave is survived by his children: Craig Dusek (Cristin) of Al-exandria, Va., Edward Falk of Detroit. Mich. Christina Vallandingham (Da-vid) of Ridge, Md., Stephanie Kohut (TJ) of Leonardtown, Md., grandchildren: Abby Dusek, Karsyn Falk, and Ryleigh Vallandingham. Dave graduated from the University of California in 1978 Psy-chology, Master of Religion-Lutheran Seminary 1980, Rensselaer 2001, and Master from USN War College 2005.

Dave served in the United States Navy from May 13, 1983 to Jan. 1, 2007, retir-ing after 23 years. He served in Daly

City, Ca., Marion, Id., Patuxent River, Md., earning: Meritorious Service Medal (2), Navy/Marine Corps Com-mendation Medal(4), Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3), Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation (3), National De-fense Service Medal (2). Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Med-al, Armed Forces Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2), NATO Medal, Navy Pistol Marksmanship Rib-bon. He was Vice President and Senior Acquisitions for Savvee Consulting, Inc.

The family received friends on Satur-day, Dec. 12, 2015 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, Md. A Funeral Service followed at 3 p.m. with Pastor Jonathan Blanke officiating. Interment was held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, Va.

In Lieu of flowers please consider do-nating to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, Tenn. 38105, and Racing for Cancer (racingforcaner.org), in his name.


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Christmas Eve Candlelight Services 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Sunday School for all ages: 9:45 a.m.Nursery care available during all services

Sunday Morning Worship Services8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

8505 Leonardtown Road • Hughesville, MD 20637301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627

Hughesville Baptist Church On Christmas Eve

Hughesville Baptist Church will have two Candlelight Services

at 7 PM & 11 PM Our 11 P.M. Service Includes Communion

21760 Great Mills Rd. Lexington Park, MD 20653

Lexington Park United Methodist Church

10:00 p.m. Traditional WorshipCandle lighting & special music

Christmas Eve Worship

www.lpumchurch.org

10:00 a.m. Birthday Party for JesusDesigned for children & parents to

celebrate Jesus’ birth together


Christmas Eve Worship Services5 pm – Family Service (Sanctuary)

7 pm – Communion & Candlelight (Fellowship Hall)10 pm – Communion & Candlelight (Sanctuary)

27108 Mt. Zion Church RoadMechanicsville, MD

MT. ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

St. Cecilia Church47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429

St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 301-862-4600

www.saintceciliaparish.com

Christmas Eve Service: 4:30 • St. Cecilia Church

12:00 • Mass at St. Ignatius - St. Inigoes, MDChristmas Morning Service:

8:00 am at St. Cecilia

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Hollywood United Methodist Church will hold it’s Christmas Eve Service on

Wednesday, December 24th 2014 at 7:00pm The service will consist of combined choirs

Our services are traditional and all are welcome to attend.

Child care services will be provided FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL

THE CHURCH AT

301-373-2500 301-373-2500 301-373-2500

Hollywood United Methodist Church

24422 Mervell Dean Road Hollywood, MD 20636

24422 Mervell Dean RoadHollywood, Md 20636

Hollywood United Methodist Church will hold its Christmas Eve Service on

Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 7 p.m.The service will consist of combined choirs

Teaching The Bible Without Compromise

We Are Located On The Corner Of Route 5 & 23839245 Chaptico Rd., Mechanicsville, Md.

301-884-3504 • Email: [email protected]/faith

Grace Chapel MinistryMember of the Grace Fellowship Brethren Churches

You are invited to worship with us.


6 p.m. & 8 p.m.Merry Christmas

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Patuxent Presbyterian Church

California, MD • 301-863-20331 mile south of Thomas Johnson Bridge on Rt. 4

Rev. Michael R. Jones, Senior Pastor

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Sunday School for all ages: 9:45 a.m.Nursery care available during all services

Sunday Morning Worship Services8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

8505 Leonardtown Road • Hughesville, MD 20637301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627

Hughesville Baptist Church On Christmas Eve

Hughesville Baptist Church will have two Candlelight Services

at 7 PM & 11 PM Our 11 P.M. Service Includes Communion

21760 Great Mills Rd. Lexington Park, MD 20653

Lexington Park United Methodist Church


Christmas Eve Worship

www.lpumchurch.org

10:00 a.m. Birthday Party for JesusDesigned for children & parents to

celebrate Jesus’ birth together


Christmas Eve Worship Services5 pm – Family Service (Sanctuary)

7 pm – Communion & Candlelight (Fellowship Hall)10 pm – Communion & Candlelight (Sanctuary)

27108 Mt. Zion Church RoadMechanicsville, MD

MT. ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH


St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 301-862-4600

www.saintceciliaparish.com

Christmas Eve Service: 4:30 • St. Cecilia Church

12:00 • Mass at St. Ignatius - St. Inigoes, MDChristmas Morning Service:

8:00 am at St. Cecilia

S52

3863

Hollywood United Methodist Church will hold it’s Christmas Eve Service on

Wednesday, December 24th 2014 at 7:00pm The service will consist of combined choirs

Our services are traditional and all are welcome to attend.

Child care services will be provided FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL

THE CHURCH AT

301-373-2500 301-373-2500 301-373-2500

Hollywood United Methodist Church

24422 Mervell Dean Road Hollywood, MD 20636

24422 Mervell Dean RoadHollywood, Md 20636

Hollywood United Methodist Church will hold its Christmas Eve Service on

Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 7 p.m.The service will consist of combined choirs







6 p.m. & 8 p.m.Merry Christmas

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White Marsh Elementary School has been selected as a 2016 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools. “Every child deserves a world-class education and each of these schools goes the extra mile to provide students the best learn-ing experience possible, and we applaud their faculty and staff,” said Governor Larry Hogan. “By providing students with a qual-ity education, we are preparing students to become productive members of Maryland’s workforce and our society as a whole.” In-terim State Superintendent of Schools Jack Smith added his congratulations. “The Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools represent the outstanding accomplishments of public schools throughout our State,” Dr. Smith said. “The students, teachers, administra-tors, and communities work together to make these schools something special, and they deserve recognition and celebration.” White Marsh Elementary has had high perfor-mance in math and reading proficiency dur-ing past MSA administrations with 3rd and 4th grades outperforming the state average on reading and math every year from 2003 – 2014 and 5th grades outperforming the state average on math from 2004 – 2014 and in Science from 2008 – 2015. The school has

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The schools will be invited by the U.S. Department of Education to apply to be National Blue Ribbon Schools. With un-derwriting and gift sponsors, each school will receive a Maryland Blue Ribbon Flag, a $2000 monetary prize, $1000 of office sup-plies, interactive technology equipment, and a school Congratulations Party. Underwrit-ing sponsors include BGE, Comcast, Dimen-sion U, Mrs. Fields, NTA Life, Rudolph’s Of-fice Supply, SMART Technologies, and State Farm Insurance. A dinner in Annapolis will be held in honor of the winning schools this coming spring, as each Blue Ribbon School will be honored by the Maryland House of Delegates and the Senate.

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White Marsh Elementary School One of Six Maryland Public Schools Named 2016 State Blue Ribbon Honoree St. Mary's Ryken recently inducted

the new Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School (XBSS) stewards. The students were inducted on December 3 dur-ing Mass to celebrate the patron of the Xaverian Brothers Congregation, St. Francis Xavier. The XBSS Stewards are a group of 11 seniors who act as a living witnesses to Christ in our school community. The stewards serve on be-half of our school and are called to keep the spirit and traditions of the Xaverian Brothers alive by spreading excitement about faith, service and our Catholic identity. It is one of the biggest honors of a SMR student to be chosen as a XBSS Steward.

Congratulations to the following students:Taylor BrownHaley BullisErin Carroll

Cameron DziekiewiczJacob HaltermanCharlie HeinzeCaroline HeiseyAndrew HillSydney IsomAlison JohnsonChandler Moore

St. Mary’s Ryken is a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school community operated under the Xaverian Brothers’ sponsorship dedicated to aca-demic excellence and individualized stu-dent growth. Students come from many different counties across the region in-cluding Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, King George, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties. Each year, approxi-mately 99% of graduates go to college and the Class of 2015 earned $17 million in college scholarships. To learn more, visit smrhs.org.

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The Commission for Persons with Dis-abilities and Helpful Hooves Special Friends held a Christmas party for the disabled last Friday, Dec. 11. Over 100 people attended the party, 85 of those having disabilities.

The free event was held at the Loffler Se-nior Center from 6 to 8 p.m. and included a sit down dinner of baked ziti, fresh salad, rolls, cake and beverages catered by Ex-pressions of St. Mary’s. There was music provided by DJ Jessica St. Clair and danc-ing. Frosty the Snowman and Santa Clause came to visit and gave out 100 gifts to the partygoers.

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Thank You

Cedar Lane Senior Living Community is a proud recipient of proceeds from the

2015 Friends of John F. Wood, Jr. Bull Roast

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and to the entire St. Mary’s Community for your generous support

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Christmas Party for the Disabled

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Taryn Packheiser Brown will teach on Sunday nights starting January 10th 6-8pm.

California, MD, December 13, 2015: Ballet Caliente is set to offer adult class-es in Contemporary Modern and Hip Hop taught by Taryn Packheiser Brown beginning Sunday, January 10th at their dance school located at 44727 St. An-drew’s Church Road (2nd floor).

The classes will take place weekly from 6-7pm (Contemporary) and 7-8pm (Hip Hop) and will be geared toward an intermediate level. “I will be teaching the classes at a pace this will allow for experienced beginners to keep up and advanced dancers to continue to work on their technique,” says Brown. Brown has taught dance at several academic insti-tutions and currently teaches the Studio Company at Ballet Caliente.

Artistic Director Sheryl-Marie Dun-away says that she “would REALLY like to get an adult base with all genres of dance.” The school currently boasts suc-cessful programs training students aged preschool to high school. They also offer drop-in based adult learning in Pilates, yoga, and ballet. The addition of these new classes will be based on a monthly registration fee of $57 (no drop-in al-lowed yet) and the registration fee will be

waived. Adults can register through the www.balletcaliente.com website by fol-lowing the links for adult classes.

Clothing for the class should be mov-able exercise wear and adults should be able to maintain a moderate amount of cardiovascular activity. Emphasis will be on developing technique, physical fit-ness, artistry of movement, and having fun.

For further information contact [email protected] or (301) 862-0038.

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Ballet Caliente to Offer Adult Contemporary &

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Area healthcare champions came together to dine, dance and donate at the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation’s 28th annual Gala held Nov. 20 at the Hollywood Social Hall in Hol-lywood, Maryland.

The gala is the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser and this year netted more than $145,000. Donations to the St. Mary’s Hos-pital Foundation fund scholarships for area students pursing healthcare professions and help support capital expansion projects and equipment.

“We are thrilled to partner with so many community members and businesses in the common goal of ensuring high-quality health care continue to be available to the residents of Southern Maryland,” said Jennifer Blake-Meyer, chair of the St. Mary’s Hospital Foun-dation. “The gala is not just a fund-raiser for us, it is also a time to come together and cel-

ebrate what we have accomplished as well as what we hope to accomplish in the coming year. It is an opportunity to say thank you to all of our supporters and to build solid rela-tionships on which we hope to continue to build a strong foundation of support for our local hospital.”

Special recognition was given this year to the event’s Presenting Sponsor ($25,000), MedStar Shah Medical Group, as well as Pre-miere Sponsors ($15,000), Associates in Ra-diation Medicine and G&H Jewelers. G&H donated a diamond and earrings set which was raffled off during the event. Diamond Sponsors ($10,000) for 2015 were AME-WAS, Inc., The Cherry Cove Group, Med-Star Health, MEP Health - Making People Better, and Christine Wray & John Felicitas. An additional 56 businesses and community members generously sponsored the event

at Platinum ($6,000), Gold ($4,000), Silver ($2,500) and Bronze ($850) levels.

Special thanks for the evening were ex-tended to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Of-fice Color Guard, Jan and Tom Barnes, Ser-voPro of St. Mary’s and Calvert, graphic arts students from the James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center, Hargrove Inc., Some-thing Special by Tracy, and Tom and Carol Davis of Your Journey Studios.

The 28th Annual Foundation Gala fea-tured a James Bond “Diamonds are Forever” theme in coordination with the release of the latest Bond film, “Spectre,” which opened in movie theaters in early November. Greet-ing guests as they arrived at the Hollywood Social Hall were three cars similar to those featured in various Bond films loaned to the Foundation for the evening by Jennifer and Tim Meyer (1997 BMW Z3 Roadster), Pete

Innocenti (1994 Lotus Esprit S4) and Mike Hall (1973 Mustang Mach 1).

Surrounding guests who entered the hall were iconic images of Bond characters in-cluding villains, protégés and Bond women. Decorated in an elegant black, white and red theme, the evening’s three-course meal was catered by Ken’s Creative Kitchen in An-napolis, Maryland, and music was provided by the band, Nocturne.

Visit facebook.com/medstarstmarys to view photos taken at the event.

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Bonding to Promote Community Health CareDonations to Foundation Gala Help Support Hospital

St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Gala Presenting Sponsors, MedStar Shah Medical Group, receive a special gift during the 2015 event. Pictured from left to right are V.K. Shah, MD; Jennifer Blake-Meyer, Chair of the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation; Ila Shah, MD; and William Tanner, MD.

G&H Jewelers donated a 2.5 carat diamond necklace and earrings set which was raffled off during the 28th Annual St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Gala. Pictured from left to right are Mat and David Harris from G&H Jewelers; Dr. Jeremy Tucker; Dr. Karen Ann Tucker, winner of the raffle; and Jennifer Blake-Meyer, chair of the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation.

Members of the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation are, from left, Vince Whittles; Jennifer Blake-Meyer; Ric Braam, Vice President, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital; Christine Wray, President, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital; Rick Tepel; Shane Mattingly; Cindy Greb; and Bill Moody.

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Library Holiday HoursAll three branches of the St. Mary’s Coun-

ty Library will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24 through Sunday, Dec. 27 for Christmas. All branches will be closing at 5 p.m. on Thurs-day, Dec. 31 and be closed Friday, Jan. 1.

Snowtastic!

All three branches will hold Snowtastic! Programs for all ages. Charlotte Hall Library will hold Snowtastic! on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m., and Leonardtown will hold Snowtastic! On Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m. Celebrate the season with a flurry of stories, wintry games and frosty crafts.

Happy NOON Year’s Eve Party

Children with early bedtimes are invited to enjoy all the fun of a new year’s party by

counting down to a happy NOON year with stories, songs, and fun activities. All three branches will hold the NOON Year’s Eve parties on Thursday, Dec. 31. Leonardtown and Lexington Park branches will begin at 11:15 a.m., and Charlotte Hall branch will be-gin at 11:30 a.m. No registration.

Tree of Warmth and Toys for Tots

Donate new or gently used hats, mittens, gloves and scarves by Dec. 31 to any branch for our Tree of Warmth! The St. Mary’s County Library is donating all items to local charities for distribution.

Get ready for JAMuary!

On Saturday, Jan. 9, two programs will be held called “Please to Meet Uke!” These be-ginner classes for the ukulele will be for chil-

dren ages 6 to 10 years old from 10 a.m. to noon at the Leonardtown Library and for ages 11 to 14 years from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Charlotte Hall Library. No music experience? No problem! Musician Nani Lowery will have you strumming in no time. (Ukuleles provided, Free! Registration required.)

As a culminating event, two “Family Jam and Open Mic” programs will be held for everyone! Sing and strum along to some of your favorite songs at our all ages celebra-tion of music. Bring an instrument, or play one provided by the library. No registration required. Lexington Park Library will host the Family Jam on Friday, Jan. 15 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Charlotte Hall Library will host on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, December 17, 2015The County Times22 In Our Community

Thelma & Louise were trapped together in a trap behind a local business when they were about 5 weeks old.

They were born in September of 2015. Lou-ise is the long haired kitten and Thelma has short hair. They love to play together and run around their foster mom's house. They also enjoy being petted.

Thelma & Louise are fully vetted. They are microchipped and will receive three distem-per vaccines from Feral Cat Rescue. They are spayed, combo tested for aids and feline leuke-mia and have been dewormed.

They cost $125 each. Please come meet them at the Petco in California on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 to 3.

Feral Cat Rescue is always looking for dona-tions of food to feed feral colonies or dollars to spay/neuter feral cats.Thanks!

A Comprehensive Economic Development Strat-egy (CEDS) now being put together by the St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development (DED), is a first step toward a more diverse economy that is less dependent on Pax River. It promises to be full of cutting edge ideas in defense and manufac-turing such as “technology transfers” and commercial drone applications. However, other things are happen-ing on the diversification front that deal less with the high tech realm and more with our amazing location, rich history and local traditions. Think awesome Po-tomac River sunsets, fishing the Bay for trophy rock-fish, or slurping oysters at the Oyster Festival. The CEDS process also includes creation of a Tourism & Hospitality Master Plan. This plan will focus on fur-ther developing those experiences unique to our Coun-ty, and identifying new and exciting opportunities that will attract high-spending visitors. And, when you think about it, the same sorts of things that attract visi-tors make for a great quality of life for residents and serve to attract and retain a solid workforce—things like fantastic local restaurants, a myriad of outdoor ac-tivities and a bit of art and culture.

A recent stakeholder survey and a series of focus

groups give an early taste of some of the areas to be ex-plored: water access, sports facilities, signature events, more night life, less regulation. Other components of the plan’s research phase include an assessment of the current state of the local tourism and hospitality industry, an analysis of the area’s strengths and weak-nesses, and a look at our competitiveness as a visitor destination. The Master Plan will grow out of these findings and will provide a roadmap for tourism devel-opment that is specifically suited to St. Mary’s County. The plan is being overseen by a partnership between DED’s Division of Tourism and the St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce, with The Strategic Advisory Group serving as consultant. It is expected to be com-pleted by the middle of next year. Information about the plan is posted on the County’s Web site. To find out more about the process, sign-up for updates, or get involved, visit www.stmarysmd.com/ded/THMP.asp. To learn more about all there is to see and do in St. Mary’s County right now, visit the Travel & Tourism Web site at www.visitstmarysmd.com.

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Two St. Mary’s County Special Olympics adult teams competing in flag football participated in the annu-al Special Olympics Maryland Fall Festival at Mount St. Mary’s Uni-versity in Emmitsburg, Maryland on October 24. The event showcased 300 athletes from across the state competing in various fall sports, in-cluding cycling, flag football, long distance running, power lifting and tennis.

A traditional team of seven ath-letes (Anthony Cyrus, Avery Long, Sam Huffman, Thomas Smith, Rodta Maddox, Larry Mills and Josh Daye) was coached by Don Bewick..The unified team, coached by Lloyd Grayson, consisted of six Special Olympics athletes (Brandon Chan, Durelle Scott, Dreshawn Chestnut, Corey Woodland, Shaun Ridley and new athlete Montgomery Sams) and unified partners Marc Rinaldo, Adam Chesser and Will Ridley.

The first game was the tradi-tional team vs the Frederick team. Despite strong play by Avery Long and Rodta Maddox, St. Mary’s fell 0-6. The second game pitted the two St. Mary’s teams against each other. Sam Huffman, Shaun Rid-ley, Marc Rinaldo and Avery Long scored touchdowns. The traditional team won the contest, although new Special Olympics athlete Dreshawn Chestnut stepped up and played well as quarterback for the unified team. The last game matched St. Mary’s and Frederick counties in a contest of unified squads. Corey Wood-land managed to tie the game with a touchdown reception, but in the end Frederick County won.

For more information about Spe-cial Olympics visit our website, www.stmaryso.org or e-mail us at [email protected].

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A New Year’s Eve Dance will be held Thursday, December 31, 2015 at Immaculate Conception Parish Hall, 28297 Old Village Avenue, Mechan-icsville, off of Route #5 opposite Bert’s Drive-In. The hall is located at the top of the hill behind the Church. The dance will be held from 8 P.M. to 12:30 A.M. Door prizes, 50/50 Raffle. Music by Mean Gene. Tickets are $30.00 a person, $60.00 a couple. Come out to welcome in 2016 and have a fun evening at the same time. Tickets can be purchased by calling 301 884-0742 or e-mailing Monica and Paul ([email protected]) or contacting Marian and Tom Taylor 301-884-5697 ([email protected]). Tickets will be also be available at the door. Call or e-mail for more information.

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There are two retirement tours in process. One has been officially declared. The other is known to all but the retiree. Neither is going very well.

Kobe Bryant, 37, and Peyton Manning, 39, are among the best ever in their respective sports but they are very much showing their advanced athletic ages. Bryant, who has declared his intention to retire at the end of the NBA season, is playing for one of the league’s worst teams, is averaging 16.8 points per game (PPG), well off his 25.3 PPG career average, and is shooting an abysmal 31% from the floor.

Manning, who was last seen with a cast on his foot due to plan-tar fasciitis, is suffering through a miserable season. Two years removed from a 55-touchdown campaign and a Super Bowl ap-pearance, Manning has thrown only nine touchdowns and 17 in-terceptions in nine games. His noodle-arm often produces flutter-ing throws into the secondary and has robbed the Broncos offense of a downfield passing attack. Brock Osweiler, Manning’s 25-year-old replacement has played well in re-lief. Frankly, Denver’s looked bet-ter with the kid behind center. Will Manning get well? Does it matter?

It usually ends this way. John Elway and Jerome Bettis, two greats that walked off with cham-pionships, are the exception. The norm is an overstayed welcome, a great player reduced to medioc-rity, or worse. Quarterbacks Steve Young and Troy Aikman suffered head injuries that ended their ca-reers prematurely. Johnny Unitas played his last game as a San Di-ego Charger; Joe Namath hobbled off as a Los Angeles Ram. Both were shells of former selves. Celt-ics great Larry Bird was severely hampered by chronic back pain over the last several years of his career. And try as we may, who can forget Michael Jordan, despite having authored the perfect ending with a championship-winning shot against the Utah Jazz in the 1998 NBA Finals, coming back after a four-year layoff for two sluggish years with the Wizards?

It seems Bryant and Manning now face their own sad endings.

As much as we knew this was com-ing, it is still hard to watch. Both Manning and Bryant have had mo-ments when it’s clear their brilliant minds are asking their aged bodies to do things that were routine in the past but are impossible in the pres-ent. Manning’s passes are often woefully late arriving to receivers or are well underthrown. Bryant’s movement is choppy and it’s clear, by his awful shooting percentage, that his legs are shot. Manning’s injury might prevent any further insults to his legacy; Bryant, as long he’s healthy, is determined to soak in the nostalgia tour, chuck bricks at an alarming rate and ig-nore reality. As a fan, it’s difficult to suppress the visual so I can sim-ply appreciate their presence.

I don’t blame Bryant and Man-ning. If a team will have you and the money’s good, why not play? Maybe they are even, to some ex-tent, victims of their greatness. Absent their extraordinary history, it’s hard to imagine any demand for their current services. Regardless, Manning and Bryant are intrigu-ing because they are displaying a very common human trait: the stubborn tendency to hang on too long. Whether it’s comfort, con-venience, pride, a need to belong, fear of change or sheer laziness, we the people of this world often find it, as Boyz II Men once bellowed, “…so hard to say goodbye, to yes-terday.” We remain in dead-end jobs, wallow in poor relationships, rationalize bad habits and struggle to accept advancing age. Change is only confronted and ultimately accepted when it is long overdue and the obvious course. So no, I don’t blame Manning or Bryant for hanging around. I wouldn’t even go as far as to say they made a mis-take. How could I? They are doing what in all likelihood I would have done. They are doing what most of us would have done, which is what they’ve always done: play. Saying goodbye to football and basketball would have meant saying hello to something new, something differ-ent, something scary, something unknown. No wonder Manning and Bryant lingered. No wonder we all tend to do the same.

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“Small Works” Holiday Art ShowArtworks@7th (9100 Bay Ave., North Beach)

As the Holiday season ap-proaches, once again the artists of Artworks@7th have been bus-ily preparing one-of-a-kind “Small Works” trinkets, stocking stuffers, and other unique works of art to help customers new and old cel-ebrate the season and be a gift giv-ing superstar. This special show will run to Jan. 17th. So come on out and peruse the distinctive works of the Gallery’s creative and talented local artists – you might just find that something special for friends, family, or even for yourself! Gal-lery Hours are Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our tele-phone number is 410-286-5278 or you can visit our website at www.artworksat7th.com or our Face-book page at www.facebook.com/Artworkat7th.

Annemarie Garden In LightsAnnmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell)

Runs from Friday, Dec. 4 through Saturday, Jan. 2; 6 to 9 p.m. each evening (weather permitting.) The show is closed Dec. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 24, 25. New this year, the light show will include musical lights and new walking paths, plus it will snow every Friday and Saturday night in the Winter Wonderland (weather permitting.) Annmarie Garden In Lights features hundreds of hand-made “light sculptures” arranged in spectacular scenes, including a wild animal disco party, a galactic space adventure, a tribute to Mary-land, ferocious dinosaurs, a glitter-ing tour under the ocean, a colorful garden, as well as beautiful prin-cesses and evil villains. Bring your camera for incredible family photo opportunities! Annmarie Garden In Lights also includes 23 nights of great bands and performers, along with the “Holiday I Spy” game for kids, great shopping, a Visit with Santa, the Hardesty Haven Holiday Café, and so much more! Special nights include: a Visit with Santa, Holiday Shopping Markets, Golf Cart Tours, Holiday Sweater Night, and Pet Night. Admission is $6; free for children (4 and under;) members free. For detailed infor-mation and a discount coupon, visit www.annmariegarden.org or call 410-326-4640.

Angel Wings and ThingsSt. Michael’s 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., except holiday weekends. We have a huge selec-tion of winter clothes, coats, shoes, and so much more. We also have a great baby room, kids’ toy room, and tons of wonderful Christmas 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. Michael’s School, at 301-872-5454.

Open Skate NightsLeonard Hall Recreation Center (23145 Leonard Hall Dr., Leonard-town)- 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 avail-able for rental at $2.50 per person or bring your own. For more infor-mation, please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800 or 1801.

Thursday, Dec. 17

Sea SquirtsCalvert Marine Museum, Solo-mons- 10 to 10:45 a.m.

See a naturalist from the Depart-ment of Natural Resources present-ing Scales and Tales, a 45-minute presentation highlighting sev-eral animals. For children ages 18 months to 3 years old. Free pro-gram sponsored by PNC Grow Up Great! Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, military with valid I.D. and AAA members, and $4for chil-dren ages 5 to 12; children under 5 and museum members are always admitted free. For more informa-tion about the museum, upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemu-seum.com or call 410-326-2042.

Friday, Dec. 18

NAACP Annual Meeting and Holi-day SocialCountry Inn and Suites (44941 Worth Ln., California)- 6 to 10 p.m.

Come one, come all – open to the public.

Holiday Open MicChrist Episcopal Church Parish Hall (37497 Zack Fowler Rd., Chaptico)- doors open 7 p.m.

Performers are requested to fo-cus on Holiday-themed music, and to contact John Garner ahead of time to sign up and let him know what music they’ll be performing (to avoid everyone singing Silent Night.) The admission fee for this

event is only $7, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be provided (donations are sug-gested.) For additional information, or to sign up to perform, please contact John Garner at [email protected] or call John at 301-904-4987. Visit www.smtmd.org for directions and more information.

Saturday, Dec. 19

Chesapeake Community Chorus ConcertMt. Hope United Methodist Church (3 Dalrymple Rd., Sunderland)- 4 p.m.

A free-will offering will be collect-ed to raise funds for Calvert Hos-pice. The public is invited to attend.

Open BarnGreenwell State Park (25450 Rose-dale Manor Ln., Hollywood)- 9 a.m. to noon

Join the Greenwell Foundation for some holiday fun and take photos (and selfies!) with our horses! Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. Donations appreciated. For more information, visit greenwellfoundation.org.

Orange & Grapefruit SaleSt. John’s School (43900 St Johns Rd., Hollywood)- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

33rd annual drive sponsored by St. John’s School. Last day to or-der is Dec. 13. For your health or give as a gift. Details are on the St. John’s School website, www.sjshollywood.org. Thanks for sup-porting us.

Fundraiser for Alan McCroryHuntingtown United Methodist

Church (4020 Hunting Creek Rd., Huntingtown)- 8 to 10:30 a.m.

Come enjoy a hot breakfast and help Alan McCrory fight cancer. Free will donation – all proceeds go to the McCrory family.

Sunday, Dec. 20

Chesapeake Community Chorus CarolingVarious Locations, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Chesapeake Community Chorus will be caroling at the fol-lowing locations: Sneades Ace Hardware in Owings, 2:30 p.m.; at Roland’s Grocery Store in Chesa-peake Beach, 3:30 p.m.; at the Prince Frederick Walmart Store at 5:30 p.m.; at the Calvert County Nursing Center in Prince Frederick at 6 p.m.; and at the Calvert Memo-rial Hospital in Prince Frederick at 6:30 p.m.

Adult Choir of Hughesville Bap-tist Church ConcertHughesville Baptist Church (8505

Old Leonardtown Rd., Hughesville)- 10:30 a.m.

The Adult Choir of Hughesville Baptist Church will be presenting “We’re Glad You Came.” This is a musical celebration of the Savior’s Birth. For more info on this event or our Church, please go to our web site: www.hughesvillebaptist.com also like us on Facebook. Office phone numbers are 301-884-8645 or 301-274-3672.

Orange & Grapefruit SaleSt. John’s School (43900 St Johns Rd., Hollywood)- 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

33rd annual drive sponsored by St. John’s School. Last day to or-der is Dec. 13. For your health or give as a gift. Details are on the St. John’s School website, www.sjshollywood.org. Thanks for sup-porting us.

Linda Stewart Book SigningFenwick Street Use Books & Mu-sic (41655A Fenwick St., Leonard-town)- 2 to 4 p.m.

Linda Stewart will be signing cop-ies of her books “Snow’s Rest and Snow’s Run.”

Monday, Dec. 21

Chesapeake Critter ProgramCalvert Marine Museum, Solo-mons- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn about the amazing animals in our aquarium. Free with museum admission. Check the daily events schedule at the admissions desk. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, military with valid I.D. and AAA members, and $4 for chil-dren ages 5 to 12; children under 5 and museum members are always admitted free. For more informa-tion about the museum, upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemu-seum.com or call 410-326-2042.

Tuesday, Dec. 22

30th Annual Doll & Train Holiday ExhibitSt. Clement’s Island Museum (38370 Point Breeze Rd., Colton’s Point)- noon to 4 p.m.

A holiday exhibit themed “Christ-mas in St. Mary’s County.” Exhibits will feature special doll collections from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Oth-er highlights include working minia-ture trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate.

Wednesday, Dec. 23

30th Annual Doll & Train Holiday Exhibit


Vigil Mass: 4:30 pm SaturdaySunday: 8:00 amWeekday (M-F): 7:30 amConfessions: 3-4 pm Saturday


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• Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 am• Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 am• Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study 6:00 pm• Wednesday Discipleship Classes 7:00 pm (Adults, youth & Children)

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Rev. Sheldon Reese, PastorSunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m.All of our services are traditional.

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Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AMSunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM

Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM

Through these relationships, we develop the characteristics of love, understanding and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ.

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Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m.Friday Men Perfecting Men 7 p.m

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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

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Sunday Worship • 8 A.M.Sunday School • 9:15 A.M.Blended Worship • 10:30 A.M.

Wednesday Bible Study • 7 P.M.Tuesday Youth Group • 7 P.M.

American Heritage Girls 1st & 3rd Thursday • 7 P.M.

Senior Pastor - Dr. Carl SnyderAssoc. Pastor - David RobertsYouth Pastor - Luke Roberts


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St. Clement’s Island Museum (38370 Point Breeze Rd., Colton’s Point)- noon to 4 p.m.

A holiday exhibit themed “Christ-mas in St. Mary’s County.” Exhib-its will feature special doll collec-tions from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Other highlights include working miniature trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate.

Pizza NightChesapeake Beach Post (3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E on Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach)- 5 to 8 p.m.

The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will host their Wednesday Pizza night in the Lower Level Dining Room. Cost is $8 plus $1 per extra topping. For in-formation, call 301-855-6644.

Thursday, Dec. 24

Christmas Eve ServiceEvergreen Elementary School (43765 Evergreen Way, California)- 5 p.m.

Come join us as our community celebrates the coming of our Sav-ior. We will sing carols and hear the timeless story through readings, videos and lights.

Friday, Dec. 25

Christmas Day ServiceMiddleham Chapel (10210 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 10 to 11 a.m.

Christmas day service. All are welcome.

Saturday, Dec. 26


A holiday exhibit themed “Christ-mas in St. Mary’s County.” Exhib-its will feature special doll collec-tions from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Other highlights include working miniature trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate.

Build a Toy BoatCalvert Marine Museum (14200 Sol-omons Island Rd., Solomons)- 2 to 4 p.m.

Make your own toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation requested with museum admission. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, military with valid I.D. and AAA members, and $4 for children ages 5 to 12; children under 5 and museum members are

always admitted free. For more infor-mation about the museum, upcom-ing events, or membership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemu-seum.com or call 410-326-2042.

Sunday, Dec. 27

Mechanicsville Moose Lodge Tur-key ShootMechanicsville Moose Lodge (27636 Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville)- noon.

Turkey Shoot at Moose Lodge. Sign up at noon. Starting time is 12:30 p.m. Shoot for prizes,

meats, and cash. Call Jimmy Suite for further information, 240-417-5767.


A holiday exhibit themed “Christ-mas in St. Mary’s County.” Exhibits will feature special doll collections from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Other highlights include working miniature trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate.

Monday, Dec. 28

30th Annual Doll and Train Holiday

ExhibitSt. Clement’s Island Museum (38370 Point Breeze Rd., Colton’s Point)- noon to 4 p.m.

A holiday exhibit themed “Christ-mas in St. Mary’s County.” Exhibits will feature special doll collections from the Black-eyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs. Other highlights include working miniature trains and a hands-on train set that children can operate.

Snow Globe WorkshopCalvert Marine Museum (14200 Solo-mons Island Rd., Solomons)- 1 p.m., every 30 minutes on the half hour.

Make snow globes out of recycled jelly jars. Create your own winter wonderland in a jar, while supplies last. Each session limited to 20 chil-dren. Sign up in the Discovery Room. Fee is $2per child with museum ad-mission. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, mili-tary with valid I.D. and AAA mem-bers, and $4 for children ages 5 to 12; children under 5 and museum members are always admitted free. For more information about the mu-seum, upcoming events, or mem-bership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410-326-2042.

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Dec. 17

Nature ShowCalvert Marine Museum(14200 Solomons Island Rd.,Solomons)- 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Light House “Time Machine”Piney Point Lighthouse Mu-seum (Piney Point)- noon to 4 p.m.

Dec. 18

St. Maries MusicaLotus Kitchen (14618 Solo-mons Island Rd. S Solomons) - 7 p.m.

Dec. 19

BingoMother Catherine Spaulding Academy (38833 Chaptico Rd., Helen)- 5 to 7 p.m.

Dec. 20

Mechanicsville Turkey ShootMoose Lodge (27636Mechanicsville Rd.,Mechanicsville)- noon.

Make a GingerbreadLighthouseCalvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- Sessions at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Dec. 21

Chesapeake CrittersProgramCalvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

No Limit Hold’em Poker St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge (45779 Fire Dept. Ln., Califor-nia)- 7 p.m.

Dec.22

Winter WishesCalvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons)- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sloppy Joe Night at Chesapeake Beach American Legion Post 206 (3330 Chesa-peake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach)- 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Dec. 23

“Christmas in Saint Mary’s County,” St. Clement’s Island Muse-um (38370 Point Breeze Rd., Coltons Point)- 10 a.m.

Annual Craft FairBy Muirgheal WheelerContributing Writer

Northern’s craft fair is held each year and organized by Northern’s music boosters. The craft fair is held annually near December to celebrate the holiday. Local crafters and artists alike can pur-

chase spots to sell their crafts. With an assortment of different items to browse, there is something for everyone, allow-ing you to find the perfect gift for all those on your list while supporting the arts.

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Photos by Muirgheal WheelerThe front of the booth for Thirty-One, which sells different purses and bags.

A small tree decorated with ornaments made by Northern’s Lorax club, all crafts made from recycled materials. A rack of scarves and jewelry

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When Zachariah Forrest made his will on November 11, 1815, it was undoubtedly with a heavy heart as the previous March two of his daughters died during a typhoid epidemic.

“The prevailing epidemic extends now, on the shores of the Potomac, from Corn-wallis’s Neck in Charles to Leonard Town in St. Mary’s. It has laterally, in many in-stances, swept off whole families, and de-

prived us of many of our most prominent and useful citizens – among those, are the venerable Mr. Thomas Harris (the father of Mr. Harris of the court of appeals of-fice); Major Luke F. Mathews; Captain Henry Cooksey; Mr. Theodore Dent; Mr. Henry Dent; Mr. Benson; Dr. J. Hanson; Dr. Turner and Dr. Briscoe; Drs. Speake, Cooksey, and Barber have been danger-ously ill. In Port Tobacco the disease has been marked with great malignity; but the latest accounts lead us to believe that it is disappearing there. Dr. Brooke, with 5 of his family, Mrs. Johnson, her sister, Miss Forrest, and a brother of Dr. Hanson had died at or near Leonard Town.” (Daily National Intelligencer, Washington, D.C., March 30, 1815).

The first to die was Margaret “Peggy” Forrest, born October 21, 1777. Peggy died February 17, 1815.

The second was Lydia Forrest (June 1, 1771-February 24, 1815) who had married John Johnston June 14, 1797. I think that although he’s not named in the newspaper

article that John Johnston died during the epidemic. Further, their eldest son, James F. Johnston may have died as well. On March 20, 1815 “John Johnston binds his son, James F. Johnston who will be 16 on October 7 next, to James Forrest, Register of Wills, to learn the business of a clerk until he arrives at the age of 21.” There is no further record of James and he was not named in Zachariah Forrest’s will.

Lydia’s other son, Zachariah Forrest Johnston, was named for his maternal grandfather. He was born about 1805 in St. Mary’s County. He was NOT a native of Prince George’s County as indicated in his obituary below. He married Ann Hol-land on September 4, 1827 in Montgomery County. They had five daughters, one of whom was named Lydia Forrest Johnston.

“Death of an Officer. Capt. Zachariah F. Johnson, a Captain of the United States Navy …died quite suddenly about nine o’clock on Wednesday evening (March 16)…Capt. Johnson was a native of Prince George’s County, and upon entering the

service of his country was appointed from Maryland. He had been in the service nearly forty-one years…He was at the time of his death awaiting orders…” (Dai-ly National Intelligencer, March 19, 1859).

AARP Smart Driving CourseThe Northern Senior Activity Cen-

ter will host the AARP Smart Driving Course on Tuesday, Dec. 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a lunch break at 11:30 a.m. This course includes proven safety strategies that older drivers can use to compensate for changes as they age and allow them to drive more safely and confidently for as long as possible. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members with cash or check made payable to AARP. Payment is re-quired to sign up for the class. Lunch is a voluntary donation from seniors 60 and older; $6 for others. Call 301-475-4002, opt. 1, ext. 3101 to reserve a lunch.

Christmas and New Year’s Closings

All three senior activity centers and St. Mary’s County Government will be closed on Friday, Dec. 25 and Friday, Jan. 1 for Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050, for more information.

Beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Classes starting up in January

Loffler Senior Activity Center will hold beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention classes at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays during

the month of January. Returning stu-dents are welcome though new stu-dents will be given priority in terms of instructor attention. While there is no monetary cost for this class, com-mitment to regular attendance and practice at home is required for stu-dents. To sign up for this class or for more information call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.

Make 2016 Your Year!The beginning of the year is al-

ways a popular time to make reso-lutions and set goals, but did you know that only about eight percent of people are successful in achiev-ing their resolution? This year, don’t be the statistic. During this workshop at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, Jan. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon, we’ll make SMART, achievable goals to help us improve our lives in 2016. We’ll also play some fun games to say goodbye to 2015 and hello to 2016. Light refreshments will be served. Don’t miss the fun. Cost is $3 per person. Sign up with the recep-tionist or by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.

Tai Chi for Arthritis at Northern Senior Activity Center

The Northern Senior Activity Cen-ter will hold Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall prevention classes at 10:15 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays dur-

ing January and February. This evi-denced-based program is designed to help reduce pain, improve balance, and promote total body wellness. It is beneficial for people with all levels of Tai Chi experience and is ideal for people who are interested in learning more about this art. Members can sign up for classes on Wednesdays or Fridays for this six-week work-shop. The first Wednesday class is on Jan. 6 and the first Friday class is on Jan. 8. A schedule of dates will be provided at sign up. Space is limited, so early registration is required. To sign up for this free class, please call 301-475-4002, opt. 1, ext. 3101.

Next Monthly Craft at Loffler Se-nior Activity Center slated for Jan. 8

Bring an old bottle that would make a nice bud vase to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. You will decorate it using adhesive and yarn (supplied). Cost is $3 and is payable the day of the class. To register, call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler Se-nior Activity Center reception desk by Monday, Jan 4.

Orphan Trains movie to be shown at Loffler

Plan to come to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 10 a.m. to watch The Orphan

Trains, a 60-minute video that exam-ines the efforts of the Children’s Aid Society in New York, which was or-ganized by Minister Charles Loring Brace. From 1853 to 1929 this orga-nization sent over 100,000 unwanted and orphaned children from the city to homes in rural America. Sign up (only 16 seats available) or get more information by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the Loffler Senior Activity Center reception desk.

Beginner’s Piano/Keyboard class coming up

Dr. Robert L. Jefferson, the author of the How to Play Gospel book se-ries and a leading expert on teach-ing gospel music (Check out his website at Jeffersonprsents.com) will again offer beginner piano/key-board classes at the Loffler Senior Activity Center starting Tuesday Jan. 26 and continuing through March 8 (With no class on Feb. 23). The cost for lessons is $100 for 6 sessions and includes instruction, texts and corresponding cd. Additionally, you will need to invest in an inexpensive keyboard ($50 to $100+ available at local stores and online.) Payment for the lessons can be made directly to Dr. Jefferson on the first day of class. Pre-registration is required by Jan. 20. For questions or to sign up, call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.


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In 1977, I saw Star Wars three times within weeks when it first opened and never got tired of it. That was probably at the movie theater across from Andrews Air Force Base in Camp Springs. The same one that my Mother took me to see Night of the living dead three times and Tora, Tora, Tora three times. My Mother liked movies with lots of blood in them. I remember her saying many times that some movie we had just seen didn’t have enough blood in it. Maybe this is why the joke among my brothers always was that my Mother would have been happy be-ing the ruler of a small country.

Anyway, I digress like usual. Star Wars was a big part of my teenage years. I never did the dress up theme parties that I knew some friends participated in and I never went to Comic Con, but I have always been a fan. I was also a big Star Trek fan, but really only liked the TV series. I never enjoyed the movies as much. One of my proudest accomplish-ments as a mother is that my two sons love Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and the like. My father gave me my set of The Hobbit books when I was a pre-teen, and my oldest son inherited that very same set. I hope it keeps getting passed down.

Right now, I have become obsessed with the new technological creation called BB-8. I even sent both sons a text telling them that I wanted my own

BB-8 for Christmas. You must have seen him already on commercials and on the Star Wars movie trailers on TV and the internet. BB-8 looks like an 8, with a small round robot head, and a some-what larger round body that rolls. Plus, he has all those cute sounds of beeps and whistles. Wookieepedia (The Star Wars version of Wikipedia) states the new ro-bot BB-8 is an Astromech Droid. Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker) says on BB-8, “They never cease to amaze me with what they’re able to come up with, you know? I said, ‘How are you ever gonna top R2-D2, the most adorable droid in movie history?’” Well, I believe the cre-ators of Star Wars have come up with the most adorable droid. I thought I would be partial to R2-D2 and C3PO forever, but a new love has found its way into my heart.

There is one person in my immediate circle of family, well, maybe two, who are not as enthralled with the Star Wars franchise of movies as myself and my sons. You can probably already figure who at least one of them is: My husband. I may be making things worse my go-ing around the house humming the Star Wars theme incessantly. I don’t think it is incessantly, but I think he does, just from seeing the glare in his eyes and from a few of his comments. What I am hoping is that he will end up really enjoying The Force Awakens and we can start hum-ming the tune together. Though I think the only tune he will be humming to me is the song, “Shut Up” by a band my hus-band likes called, The Black Eyed Peas.

To each new day’s adventure, Shelby

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