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The North Beach dragon boat team sets off, ready to bring home the Mayors Cup during the inaugural Dragon Boat race.

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Ham radio enthusiasts set up for an exhibition at Calvert Marine Museum.

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COUNTY NEWS

County Commissioners Consider Shooting Ranges

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Current regulations allow indoor target ranges by special exception in the rural commercial district and allows outdoor target ranges by special exception in the farm and forest district. Both indoor and outdoor target ranges must meet certain conditions which include location of at least 1,000 feet from any existing property boundary. The ordinance is restrictive and, in the light of law enforcement firearms training and practice requirements, the target range provisions should be reevaluated, said community planning and building spokesperson Yolanda Hipski. Community planning and building developed three options for the county commissioners to consider. The first option introduces institutional target ranges as a use that is limited only to law enforcement training. Institutional Target Ranges include both indoor and outdoor ranges, are permitted in a greater number of zoning districts and address other restrictions such as setbacks, which are reduced. This option maintains all current performance standards for non-institutional target ranges, according to information from the Department of Community Planning and Building. The second option modifies current performance standards for indoor/ outdoor target ranges and reduces the setback for outdoor and indoor target ranges but keeps outdoor ranges only in the Farm and Forest District. The second option permits indoor target ranges in town centers. The third option is a mix of the first two options. It modifies current performance standards for indoor/outdoor target ranges and introduces institutional target ranges. In addition, this option reduces the setback for outdoor and

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Calvert County Solid Waste Fees Set to Increase July 1

As part of the Fiscal Year 2014 budget, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners has approved incremental increases in solid waste fees for all solid waste from commercial customers, Calvert County residents and out-of-county customers. New tip fees apply to chargeable loads of solid waste brought to the Appeal Landfill. The following tip fees (the cost per ton of solid waste disposed of at the transfer station or in the landfill) will become effective July 1, 2013: All out-of-county and commercial customers: $76.37 per ton (up from $74.70) Calvert County residents with chargeable loads: $68.74 per ton (up from $67.23) County residents are charged for disposal of the following items at the Appeal Landfill: Construction and demolition debris: doors, windows, cabinets, sinks, tubs, toilets, carpet, drywall, wood, fencing, sheds, siding, shutters, shingles, etc. Yard debris: leaves, branches, trees, etc. Mixed loads: construction and demolition debris and/or yard debris mixed with household trash Calvert County residents are not charged for bagged household waste, metal or other items separated for recycling. The tip fee increase is tied to changes in the Consumer Price Index under an agreement between the county and Waste Management, Inc. The agreement includes the provision for annual disposal fee adjustments, with a maximum annual adjustment of 3 percent. The solid waste fee, charged per household or business and billed annually on property tax bills, will increase from $115 to $117. The fee funds county solid waste handling and disposal operations, including the countys seven solid waste convenience centers and the Appeal Landfill. For more information, contact the Calvert County Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division at 410-326-0210, email Solid Waste Division Chief Michael Thomas at thomasma@co.cal.md.us, or visit online at www.co.cal.md.us.
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indoor target ranges, but keeps outdoor target ranges only in the Farm and Forest District. This option permits indoor target ranges in town centers. Commissioner Jerry Clark agreed the 1,000 foot setback is excessive, but did not agree with reducing it to 200 feet, which was suggested in Hipskis presentation. She assured the commissioners the number was a placeholder and up for reconsideration. sarahmiler@countytimes.net

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COUNTY NEWS Chesapeake Beach Council Approves Flat Water Fee

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Chesapeake residents will soon be paying higher water fees, after the Chesapeake Beach Town Council adopted the annual budget for the municipalitys utility fund in a three to two vote at their June 20 meeting. The new flat rate charges $11.28 per 1,000 gallons of water for sewer use per quarter and $4.28 per 1,000 gallons of water use per quarter. The utility rate issue attracted the attention of many Chesapeake Beach citizens. Approximately 200 signed a petition supporting the uniform flat rate. Additionally, they packed the town hall hearing room for the public hearing on the ordinance and remained for the month town meeting. The towns fiscal year 2014 budget and the uniform flat rate for water and sewer takes effect July 1. In other news, the council is considering changes to the animal ordinance, seeking to add a prohibited animals section to ban farm animals in the town of Chesapeake Beach. Though the ordinance was on the schedule for the council to vote on, community members comments convinced the board to table the matter for further discussion. Comments included examples of how the ordinance would affect animals kept as pets, such as rabbits and chickens. Another town resident noted chickens are beneficial because they eat ticks. The council will vote on the updated animal ordinance during their July meeting. During the new business section of the meeting, the council voted five to one to award a contract to Celtis Sentry Security, in an amount not to exceed $41,950, to install five self-powered Wi-Fi surveillance Chesapeake Beach Council members consider water rates. cameras along the towns boardwalk trail. Council member Eric Reinhardt opposed the action. Council member Valerie Beaudin voted in favor of the award, but noted it is only useful after a crime is committed and suggested the council consider placing emergency call boxes on the trail to help stop crimes before they occur. For more information, visit www.chesapeake-beach.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Planning Commission Sends Dive Team Building Back for Reconsideration

the structure. The members who electronically voted against the application noted there was a similar application that was denied the previous month. The members who voted in favor of the application noted that the structure would not be visible from the public right of way and therefore, the proposal would not impact the public view, according to community planning and building information handed out at the Planning Commission meeting. I dont like to be in a position to rubber stamp something, said commission member RoxAnne Cumberland, disapproving of the lack of notice the commission received on the matter. The planning commission received the information packet the night of their meeting. Board administrator Yolanda Hipski explained community planning and building was trying to determine whether the ARC recommendation should be forwarded to the planning commission because the majority of the ARC members were not at the meeting to discuss the dive teams application. Community planning and building decided to forward the issue to the planning commission due to time constraints on the grant allowing the dive team to build the storage area. If the ARC members were not all at the meeting, they did not have the opportunity to discuss the matter properly, said Commission member Michael Phipps. The commission voted to send the matter back to the ARC, along with a letter giving the ARC guidance and direction for future matters. For more information, including agendas for upcoming Planning Commission meetings, visit www. co.cal.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer A last minute addition to the Planning Commission agenda at their June 19 meeting caused the commission to question the process between themselves and the architectural review committees. The planning commission had two matters before them at their meeting whether the Prince Frederick Architectural Review Committee (ARC) had a quorum at their last meeting and what action the commission should take on the matter. On June 3, 2013, the Department of Community Planning and Building received an architectural review application to locate a garage behind the existing Prince Frederick Rescue Squad Building, according to information from community planning and building. Community planning and building emailed the request to the Prince Frederick Architectural Review Committee, which is comprised of four members. Two members discussed the matter on June 6 while the remaining two members responded with a vote and comment via e-mail. After discussion and review of the application, the members who attended voted to allow the structure while the two members who did not attend voted not to allow

Top Row: Carolyn Quade, Shirley Mattingly and Barbara Livingston. Bottom Row: Betty West, Steve Mattingly and Alice Kingsley

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COUNTY NEWS
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Local veterans seeking outpatient care here have the option of going to the community based outpatient clinic (CBOC) in Charlotte Hall Charlotte Hall Veterans Home Director Sharon Mattia says the facility is outdated and inadequate for medical services.

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Despite Improvements Veteran Services Still Lacking

Hers was just one report of how veterans services are still lagging behind in Southern Maryland when House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer came to Lexington Park June 21 for a briefing on veterans issues. Mattia said the Veterans Administration has taken over the use of the second floor of the facilitys maintenance building, which is nearly 60 years old. For years it had served as a classroom, she said, and will return to a storage area when the new dedicated CBOC is built in nearby. The new CBOC is still in the planning stages but is seen as a critical component to veterans services because it will allow them to get care without traveling long distances to either Washington D.C. or Baltimore. Its inadequate, theres lots of HVAC issues and its not on backup power, Mattia said of the current CBOC. Its just not adequate medical office space. Erin Medlicott, with Marylands Commitment to Veterans, said that the VA plans to continue the practice of telemental mental health, whereby a veteran with mental issues can seek help over a view screen with a psychiatrist but plans no more money to bring in a psychiatrist who can help veterans personally. Add to this the fact that local psychiatrists have difficulty becoming affiliated with TriCare, the standard military health benefits system, making it harder for veterans to get the care they need, said Walden Sierras director Kathy OBrien. Vets are almost forced into the VA system, OBrien said. They dont have a choice. For psychiatric care and help with substance abuse, which are often linked, veterans have a difficult time accessing services in the civilian world. So much so, she said, that if they are incarcerated they have a better chance of getting diagnosis and treatment. We have more success with the vets in our detention center program than anywhere else, OBrien said. Thats a shame Thats not the first place you want our veterans getting the help they need. Still others were critical of the operations at the CBOC, particularly when it came to veterans trying to just contact someone there. The phone line at the VA clinic in Charlotte Hall, it doesnt work, said Al Brewster of Southern Maryland Battle Buddies, a group that pairs vets just home from the warzones with other vets to cope. You never get a human being. A call to the CBOC Monday afternoon resulted in someone answering. Mattia said she has had the same problems in trying to get someone to answer at the CBOC. I just know that nobody answers, it keeps ringing and you cant even leave a message, Mattia said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Bridge Repairs to Continue this Weekend

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) has scheduled another wind sensor repair on the MD 4 Thomas Johnson Bridge this Saturday, June 29 at 7 a.m. The work will take place weather permitting. SHA expects it will take about 90 minutes to complete the work. A single-lane closure and flagging operation will be in place to guide motorists around the work zone. On June 15 crews installed a new wind sensor on the bridges center span. This weekends work will focus on the solar panel and batteries used to power the wind sensor.

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COUNTY NEWS Calvert Library Celebrates Director

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Career Highlights
1985 Hired at Reference Supervisor for Calvert Library prince Frederick Wrote weekly column for the Calvert Independent Reinvigorated Friends of the Calvert Library 1988 -Appointed Brainch Chief for Calvert Library Prince Frederick 1990 Named Assistant Director for Calvert Library Calvert Library Named Highest Performing Library System 1995 Named Director of Calvert Library Served at President of Maryland Association of Public Library Administrators Formalized partnership with Calvert COunty Public Schools, Calvert Library Assista School Success (CLASS) 2008 Circulation goal of over $1 million met Served on Library Associates Training Institute Planning Board 2012 Elected as Maryland Councilor for the American Library Association 2013 Calvert Library extends their warmest wishes for a fulfilled and happy retirement after 28 years of dedicated service to the library and community.

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer She has made us one of the cool, hot libraries, said Prince Frederick librarian Barb Thorp of Library Director Pat Hofmann during Hofmanns retirement celebration. Shes loved by all the libraries, said State Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, crediting the creation of a $5 million yearly fund in the state budget for library improvements to Hofmanns determination to secure funding for a new library. Shell be a hard act to follow, said Huntingtown resident Kathleen Hammond, who attended the retirement party to say farewell to Hofmann. Hofmann is retiring after 28 years with Calvert County Public Library. She has built the small community library system into a powerhouse recognized at the state level as pioneering and customer-focused. Fortunately, one of the many things that Hofmann has trained her staff on was change, according to a press release announcing Hofmanns retirement. She has been with Calvert Library through the first computer used exclusively as a digital encyclopedia, to the barcoding of books so that the library could move from a physical card

Pat Hoffmann accepts a retirement gift.

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catalog to an online catalog, to the need to teach customers about library databases as more reliable than Google searches, to ebooks for library customers, according to the press release. Hofmann expressed her gratitude for all the people who came to her retirement party and supported her through the years. Thank you for being friends of the library and me, she said. For more information, call the Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 or check the website at calvert.lib.md.us.
Emily Mudd sings a song written just for Pat Hoffmann.

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Dragons Draw Hundreds to North Beach

North Beach hosted the first ever Dragon Boat Races in Calvert County, attracting teams from all over to help raise money for End Hunger. 1st Place: Team Puff 2nd Place: Kiss Our Wake 3rd Place: Law Dawggs 4th Place: Seize the Bay 5th Place: Team North Beach 6th Place: Drag'n Tail Mayors Cup: Team North Beach Power Cup: Blue Dragons in Nuclear Paradise Give Where You Live Award: Kiss Our Wake

The North Beach team practices for the races.

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Paddlers draw eyes on their dragons.

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JUNE 21 Night in Vienna or Hornacopia

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Building a Directory of Calvert Businesses

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer After seeing a need in the community for an online business directory, Valerie Nowottnick decided to launch a website and Facebook page devoted to filling the gap. She launched Calvert Resources in April and, after 45 days, received 175 requests from businesses to be added to the directory and more than 700 likes on her Facebook page. Those numbers are still growing. I cant put into words how amazed I am, Nowottnick said. The website is similar to Angies List. It allows businesses to post events and updates, and community members to post reviews. Bussiness owners must submit a request to Nowottnick before posting on Calvert Resources. This allows Nowottnick to make sure only legitimate businesses are using her website. She receives alerts on her phone, so it only takes an average of five minutes to receive a reply, Nowottnick said. Nowottnick is a moderator on the Calvert County Facebook page. Her inspiration for Calvert Resources was the numerous requests posted to Facebook from people looking for handymen, babysitters or other services. Calvert Resources splits companies into categories, such as home improvement or restaurants. There is an entire category for home-based businesses to accommodate ventures like Pampered Chef or Mary Kay. Business owners who do not have the time to sit on the website all day watching for customers to review their services can receive alerts via e-mail, which comes to their phone, Nowottnick said. She has accepted requests from business owners who want to pay to have their logo on the front page of the website, and is planning to expand her offerings for advertisers. She encourages participants to post on the Calvert Resources Facebook page as well to maximize exposure. The website is designed to help local businesses, Nowottnick said. The community is trending away from larger box stores in favor of supporting small businesses, which keeps revenue in the community, Nowottnick said. At times it got to be overwhelming, the number of posts on there, Nowottnick said. For more information, visit www. calvertresources.com sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Crime&

Punishment
Smooth Operator Initiative
The Calvert County Sheriffs Office just completed the first wave of the Smooth Operator Initiative. The Smooth Operator Initiative is a joint effort between law enforcement in DC, Maryland and Virginia which targets aggressive driving. During the first phase of Smooth Operator, Calvert County Deputies stopped a total of 117 vehicles. The following enforcement action was taken: 79 citations for speed violations, 51 warnings for speed, 17 citations for unrelated violations, 1 criminal arrest and 4 warrants were served as a result of the effort. Funding for the efforts is paid for by grant funds awarded by the Maryland Highway Safety Office. The Calvert County Sheriffs Office will continue to enforce the traffic laws in Calvert County in effort to reduce deaths on our highway. With a cooperative effort from citizens throughout this County that can be accomplished. It is our goal to rid our highways of aggressive driving and unfortunate crashes resulting from speed and driver errors. The Smooth Operator Program is an ongoing effort targeting aggressive drivers in several different waves. If you see a driver operating in an aggressive manner please call and report that driver. You may save a life!

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The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriffs Office website. Go to www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/ sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line. Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward. Illegal Dumping Case #13-35296: On June 15 at 6:13 p.m. Dep. C. Fox cited Zachary Michael Sullivan, 21 of Hollywood, for dumping brush, wood and trash near the water tower by Beach Elementary School in Chesapeake Beach. A citizen called police after observing Sullivan and made note of Sullivans vehicle description and tag number. Sullivan advised Fox that he did it because it was convenient. Disorderly Conduct Case #13-35560: Dep. S. Mitchell arrested Christopher Paul Stauffer, 30 of Annapolis, on June 16 at 11:00 p.m. at a concert at the St. Leonard Firehouse concert pavilion after he disobeyed a Stauffer lawful order and became disorderly. Stauffer was charged with disorderly conduct and failure to obey a lawful order.

Sheriffs Blotter

MSP Blotter
The following information is compiled directly from publicly released police reports.
Possession of Cocaine: On June 18 at 10:51 p.m., Trooper Follin stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince Frederick. A search of the vehicle revealed cocaine and drug paraphernalia. The driver, Kyle S. Fink, 21 of Leonardtown, was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Destruction of Property: On June 19 at 4:25 p.m., Trooper Oles responded to the 700 block of Miriam Lane in Lusby for a reported destruction of property. A vehicles tires were punctured. Investigation continues. Fugitive from VA and Possession of Synthetic Marijuana: On June 19 at 11:13 a.m., Trooper Matthews arrested Marquis L. Wright, 22 of Severn, on an open arrest warrant for violation of probation. A search revealed that he was in possession of synthetic marijuana and he was also found to have a warrant in Virginia. He was charged with possession of synthetic Marijuana and as a fugitive from VA. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft from Vehicles: On Jne 19 at 3:50 p.m., Trooper First Class Logsdon responded to the 3300 block of Lyons Creek Rd. in Dunkirk for a reported theft from three vehicles. Three unlocked vehicles were entered and change was stolen. Investigation continues. Possession of Cocaine & K2 Spice and CDS Paraphernalia: On June 21 at 9:15 a.m., Trooper Rowe responded to the 3900 block of Gordon Stinnett Avenue to assist with serving an arrest warrant. While serving the warrant, Drug paraphernalia was discovered. Ronald A. Whetzel 3rd, 24 of Chesapeake Beach, was arrested for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Driving with a Revoked License & Making a False Statement: On June 22 at 5:28 p.m., Trooper Oles stopped a vehicle for traffic violations in the Solomons Shopping Center. The driver, Stephon M. Brown, 52 of Prince Frederick, was arrested after providing the Trooper with a false name and driving with a revoked license. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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Taking a Look at Battle Buddies

By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner, District 2
Recently, I had the privilege of presenting signed certificates to a class of Battle Buddies. Here is the press release written by Bill Goodwin: Battle Buddies graduated a cadre of eight trained volunteers to assist military service members. The 35-hour training course and ceremony was held at Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick. Battle Buddies is a non-partisan, veteran volunteer led, program dedicated to helping veterans of military service, their families and significant others as the veteran re-enters civilian life. The 35-hour training develops superior listening and feedback skills that enhance the relationship with the veteran and can led to their seeing a clearer path to their goals. The organization mission states that they also use referrals to help veterans overcome barriers to healthcare, access work and educational opportunities. This years class includes retired and active duty personnel and a spouse of an Army sergeant. Enlisted and officers were represented as well as Battle Buddies first international buddy, Flight Sergeant David Miles of Her Majestys Royal Air Force. County Commissioner Susan E. Shaw herself a Battle Buddy from the 2011 class, presented certificates signed by all of the Calvert County Commissioners. More information on Battle Buddies is found on the website: www.Battle-Buddies. us. Visitors are especially encouraged to view the 3 minute video in which the organiz(L -R) Sgt Daniel Justice USA, Roma Mauro, nurse and LCSW, Flt Sgt David Miles RAF, ers and vets speak about the Major Sonny H. Fann USMC (ret), SSgt Tim Galloway USAF, Albert L. Brewster, LCSW-C, organization and what it can Ph.D Lt Col USAF (ret), Bill Anderson, Betsy Bowman MA, Susan E. Shaw LCSW-C and do for vets and their loved ones. County Commissioner, Kathy Dufresne US Army Nurse (ret), Bill Goodwin MSW. Potential volunteers as buddies or SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) are welcome. You can also reach Battle Buddies through their phone number 443-975-5262.

Maryland Taxpayers Heavily Subsidize Netflix Series House of Cards

Annapolis, MD- As the State House is being clad in marble and dressed to look like the nations capitol for the Netflix original series, House of Cards, Maryland Taxpayers are helping to foot the bill. The Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED) is spending millions of taxpayer dollars to pay for certain film productions in the state. Film producers are allowed to apply for a tax credit equal to 25 percent of their expenses incurred during the production. This includes up to $500,000 for salaries to individual actors! During the 2013 Legislative Assembly, the tax credit for film productions was increased to $40 million in Senate Bill 183 at the request of Governor OMalley. Marylands non-partisan legislative analysts admitted that the bill has minimal or no impact on small businesses [and] the Department of Legislative Services agrees with this assessment. http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2013RS/fnotes/bil_0003/sb0183.pdf The tax credit will go to production studios such as Los Angeles-based Media Rights Capital (MRC) that produces House of Cards. MRC is an independent studio backed by fortune 500 companies like Goldman Sachs and AT&T. So far, the House of Cards is slated to receive $11.68 million in tax credits from Maryland taxpayers. This tax credit certainly appears to be nothing more than a handout to Hollywood from Governor OMalley. In a frantic budget environment that has resulted in forty (40) consecutive tax increases by the Governor, it seems odd and even cruel that the film industry should receive free money on the backs of hard-working Maryland taxpayers, said Delegate Mark N. Fisher (R-Calvert). This is textbook crony-capitalism, Fisher said. Ironically, House of Cards, which is a show about a corrupt politician seeking to climb the political ladder at all costs, could potentially borrow some material from the state in which it is filmed, said Fisher. http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2013/06/19/ house-speakers-wife-cast-as-extra-in-house-ofcards/#respond

Project Graduation a Success

On June 5 and 6, approximately 925 high school seniors and their guests participated in Project Graduation, an alcohol-free and drug-free celebration held on graduation night for the graduating seniors from Calvert, Huntingtown Northern and Patuxent High School. Project Graduation is an important event in Calvert County, as it provides the countys graduating seniors an opportunity to celebrate graduation in a safe environment with their classmates and guests. This event reduces the chance of crashes involving out youth on one of the most important nights of their lives- graduation. This year or schools had access to the Drill Hall, Pool and Movie Theater at the Patuxent Naval Air Station, the Athletic/Recreation and Aquatic Centers at St. Marys College and the Odyssey in Washington DC. It was a long two nights for many, but well worth the sleepless hours to make sure our countys teens had an enjoyable and safe night. Project Graduation, which is sponsored by the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. (CAASA), has been keeping our students safe for the past 26 years. An event this large that takes place on two different nights at four location requires many volunteers, and CAASAs Board of Directors would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their volunteer efforts and donations of time and resources. To the Project Graduation coordinators in the schools, the bus drivers and bus contractors who donate their time and use of their buses, the Calvert County Public Schools Transportation Office and the Optimist Clubs of Calvert and Solomons who provide the refreshments for the students, we offer out sincere gratitude. Your generosity and constant support are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Project Graduation, contact the CAASA office at 410-535-3373 or visit our website at www.co.cal.md.us/CAASA. Monetary support for Project Graduation is always needed and tax-deductible donations are greatly appreciated year round. Janet Bateman President, CAASA Board of Directors

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Busy Season Starts for School Maintenance

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Students and teachers may be out of school buildings for the summer, but they are far from empty. Our summers are extremely busy, said Director of School Facilities Thomas Powers. His department begins compiling a list of things that need attention while students are out of school at the beginning of the year. Currently, his list is six pages long with approximately 75 projects to be completed before Aug. 19. Projects his team is working on include painting classrooms, conducting fire alarm tests and replacing the large secondary air filters at each school. The secondary filters are the size of a mattress and are replaced annually, unlike the smaller primary filters that are replaced throughout the year. They are projects that can not be done while students are in school. The HVAC team is going through each school and disassembling the boilers to be inspected by the state. Once they clean and reassemble the boilers the state inspects them again. Facilities employees are re-finishing gym floors, repainting the lines on sidewalks and parking lots and replacing the existing light bulbs in four gyms with energy saving florescent lights. They are installing occupancy sensors in some schools, which detect movement in the halls and turn lights on automatically. When the halls are empty, the motion sensors turn the lights off, another energy saving measure, Powers said. Energy saving activities help the school stay in line with the 2008 Empower Maryland Act, which requires schools to cut their energy usage by 2015. Calvert schools need to cut their 2008 usage down

Phase II of the Calvert High School replacement is underway

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by 15 percent. Currently, usage is down 11 percent from 2008, and Powers is confident the county will meet their goal. Grounds employees are working on every public school sports field to prepare for fall sports. In addition to the larger projects, the maintenance team is working on more than 1,000 work orders that were filed at the end of the year, when teachers and administrators had a chance between the students last day and theirs to determine what they needed. The facilities team is made up of 45 individuals, all working four 10-hour days during the summer. Assisting them are summer employees, approximately 10 college students and teachers hired to help during crunch time, Powers said. In addition to maintenance work, Di-

rector of School Construction George Leah is overseeing a number of construction projects, including phase II of the Calvert High School replacement, which should be completed near the end of the year, Leah said. Contractors are replacing the roofs at Plum Point and Appeal elementary schools and working with facilities employees on energy saving measures. Construction projects take a year or more to plan. They have to be approved by the Board of Education, added to the budget and send out of bids before they even start. Once the projects are underway, contractors only have a few weeks to complete them. The idea is to get done before the busses come, Leah said. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Students Encouraged to Read All Summer

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The summer is underway and Calvert County libraries, along with schools and organizations throughout Southern Maryland, have several programs and activities to keep students active and reading through the annual summer reading program. This years theme is Dig into Reading. Most libraries state wide share the theme, according to Youth Services Coordinator Beverly Izzi. The library begins planning the next summer reading program as soon as the current one ends, Izzi said. They plan age appropriate activities for elementary age children, tweens and teens. One of the first prizes children can earn is a nasturtium seed to plant. The seed is large enough for the smallest children to handle, and gives them something to do outdoors with their parents. Each age level has different prizes they can earn, Izzi said. Calverts summer reading program is popular. Students begin asking in May when they can sign up, even though the program does not start until June, Izzi said, adding that less than a month into the program, Calvert libraries already have more than 1,000 participants signed up. Participants earn raffle tickets. The more they read they more they earn. Tickets can be used to enter into drawings for several prizes, including Orioles tickets and passes to Ripleys Believe it or Not, Izzi said. Tweens have a chance to win a free book every month through their participation, Izzi said. For more information, of full lists of activities, visit calvert.lib.md.us and click on the summer reading tab. Another summer reading program is hosted by St. Marys College. Their program started June 3 and will end on Aug. 16. The program is hosted by the colleges Library Reading Circle and open to all members Calvert, Charles, and St. Marys counties. Any book found in the college library catalog, the Southern Maryland library catalog (COSMOS), or the USMAI catalog is eligible for the program. To earn points, participants must read their chosen book and submit a review to the librarys summer reading blog at smcmlibrary.wordpress.com. A list of prizes can also be found on the website. Monthly prize drawings will take place throughout the summer for participants. Our Lady Star of the Sea School students can participate in the Summer Reading Points For You, offered through the school to encourage summer reading. The Our Lady program is similar to St. Marys Colleges - students record all books read this summer on a reading log sheet, which includes the student's name, date, book ti-

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tle, and number of pages. According to the school website, log sheets must be signed by a parent or guardian. Students turn completed log sheets when school begins in the fall and will receive one point for each book, or one point per 50 pages read for longer books. Each point equates to $0.25 in Bookfair buying power. Students will be given gift certificates for the total amount earned, and may redeem them during the Scholastic Book Fair at OLSS, to be held Aug. 31 to Sept. 8. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Photo Courtesy of Beverly Izzi The library is handing out flower seeds to qualifying participants in the summer reading program.

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LOCAL FIREWORKS LISTINGS

Saturday, June 29
Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department 24801 Three Notch Road, Hollywood On Route 235 just north of the Leonardtown-Hollywood Rd (Rt 245) intersection Independence Day celebration featuring entertainment provided by R&R Train. Carnival rides and games starting at 5pm, food available for purchase. Fireworks begin at dusk. Parking is $5, no coolers or pets allowed. 301373-2900. Hollywood VFD Web site: www. hvfd7.com. Golden Beach Independence Day Parade and Fireworks ture crafts and more. At dusk, or approximately 9:15 p.m., the fireworks will be shot from a barge in the Patuxent River off historic Solomons Island and can be viewed from the Riverwalk. If weather factors force a last-minute delay or postponement in order to maintain the safety of the crew and spectators, the fireworks will take place on Friday, July 5. Presenting the fireworks is one of our major events on Solomons, and our signature events throughout the year help fund the display, Frailey said. Fireworks contributions from the public are gratefully accepted since every little bit helps to keep the fireworks display alive. In addition to SBA, this years fireworks are sponsored by the Calvert County Commissioners and by Dominion Cove Point LNG, PNC Bank, Tiki Bar VIPs, Solomons United Methodist Church, Holiday Inn Solomons, Windward Harbour at Solomons, Solomons Boat Ramp and Sail Solomons. To be sponsor, visit http://solomonsmaryland.com/ solomons-4th-of-july.html#Sponsors . Producing and launching the2013 SBA July 4th Fireworks show are Digital Lightning and Wards Marine Construction. The Saint John Youth Center is providing a volunteer clean-up crew and Holiday Inn Select is providing breakfast for the crew, Frailey said. Parking will be available at Glascock Field across from the Calvert Marine Museum, at the museum, in the public lots behind Our Lady Star of the Sea and the Solomons Medical Center. Parkingat Glascock Field is $10, with proceeds to support the fireworks and SYB Optimists.Vehicular traffic on the island will be restricted, and parking will be directed to designated areas only. For information on the fireworks and other activities in Solomons, visit www.solomonsmaryland.com/solomons-4th-of-july.html.

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Wednesday, July 3
Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Chesapeake Beach Waterfront, Dusk Join us along the waterfront to watch the annual patriotic fireworks display over the Chesapeake Bay. This event is free to the public. Arrive early for easy parking. Enjoy the Chesapeake Beach Water Park (fee), the beaches (fee) and local restaurants and cafes. For more information, visit www.chesapeakebeach.md.us. Potomac Speedway Fireworks Show

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Thursday, July 4
Fireworks Cruise 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 8 p.m. Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors doeuvres. Adults $37 Pre-registration required 410-326-2042 ext. 41 Solomons to Celebrate America with Annual Fireworks Solomons Business Association, 9:30 p.m. Get out the red, white and blue and get ready to celebrate the Nations birthday during Solomons, Marylands annual Fireworks this 4th of July. Continuing its annual tradition, the Solomons Business Association (SBA) will host the annual Solomons fireworks display, beginning at dusk. Visitors can enjoy a full day of fun capped off with our always spectacular fireworks display, said SBA President Lisa Batchelor Frailey of Sail Solomons. The annual Fireworks event is one of the signature occasions for our community and visitors to experience the hospitality and fun that Solomons has to offer. In addition to the evening fireworks display, Frailey invited visitors to enjoy the Island throughout the day, including a boat parade and other family-friendly activities being offered by individuals and businesses. Visitors can watch as boats decorated gloriously for the 4th and crews showing off their patriotic colors, parade around the Island. They will launch at noon from the pier off Holiday Inn Solomons and can be viewed from many waterfront locations as the boats proceed past the Chesapeake Biological Lab and continue to the gazebo, she said. The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory is planning an afternoon of family activities, from hands-on science to fishing games, na-

Friday, July 5
St. Marys College River Concert Series Near the Townhouse Green Residences College Drive, St. Marys City A Star Spangled Night with a Musical Tribute to the Sea featuring vocalist Jennifer Page. Enjoy fireworks to the patriotic music of John Phillip Sousa. River Concert Series Web site: riverconcertseries.org

Saturday, July 4
Dennis Point Marina 46555 Dennis Point Way, Drayden, MD The return of Fireworks to Dennis Point has been a great success and we look forward to doing it again for the 2013 season. This year the fireworks will be held at Dennis Point Saturday, July 6th. Make your reservations early, we expect large crowds this year. There will be events all day starting with the annual golf cart parade. Ricks Riverside Restaurant will be open all day. Rick has special plans which include restaurant specials, outside deck specials, vendors serving a variety of dishes along the waterfront and activities all day. Come early and enjoy Independence Day at Dennis Point. Thank you for being a part of the new Dennis Point Marina & Campground

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STORY
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer You have to pay attention at an auction. The auctioneer talks fast and several lots can go by in minutes. Other lots can be up for bid for a few minutes as bidders try to top each other and take home the prize. Chesapeake Marketplace and Auction House offers a little bit of everything a weekly time to meet with friends, get good food and find deals on household items and knickknacks, according to coowner Larry Forman. It is the only auction house of its kind in Southern Maryland, he said. Forman and his wife, Kay Forman, opened the marketplace and auction house on June 21, 1992. Participating in auctions is simple. Come to the auction, pick up a bidders number and try to top offers from other bidders. The popularity of an item determines how much it will go for. Prince Frederick resident Karen Weimert once purchased a rug for $40 that was later appraised for $1,000. The June 21 auction was Weimerts first in seven years. She used to attend regularly with her mother and decided to go again after her father in law told her about the Chesapeake Auction House. Bidder cards are free. Refreshments are prepared and sold by Dream Weaver Cafe and Catering. Auctions generally

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last between four and five hours, Forman said. Lots can be sold individually or as package deals with other items. Box lots are grouped together and sold as a package deal. Participants can come in before the auction to browse weekly offerings, but cannot move items from one box lot to another, Forman said. The auction attracts bidders from all over. Prince Georges county resident Julie Czechanski began attending auctions a couple of months ago, after an auction house in Waysons Corner closed. She takes old objects and makes them new again, sometimes reupholstering and refinishing furniture or repurposing things for re-sale, something she has been doing for seven years. Ken Ulin, co-owner of New To You Antiques in Charlotte Hall, does something similar. He and his wife fist attended Chesapeake auction a year ago and have come every week since to find merchandise for the store. The auction house itself is repurposed. It was once H.B. Trueman Lumber, Co. The Formans had the idea to make it an auction house and market place out of a desperate move to salvage the remains of a slowly dissolving family lumberyard, according to information provided by Forman. Auctions are held most Fridays at 6 p.m. Other auctions are held Saturdays and Sundays, and special holiday auctions are held on New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. In total, they hold 70 auctions per year, Forman said. All major credit cards, checks and cash are accepted to pay for winning bids. There is a 13 percent buyer's premium on all purchases, with a discount of 3 percent for cash and good checks. Forman sees several repeat customers every week. Some

Chesapeake Marketplace and Auction House co-owner, Larry Forman.

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come for specific events, such as the grocery auction, while others show up every Friday. Larry and Carol Knox have been coming to the actions every week for 21 years. You never know what youll see, Larry Knox said. Carol Knox enjoys browsing weekly offerings, a range of antiques to modern items, and meeting up with friends she made at the auction house. The auction has a social aspect for Lusby resident Rob Brinlee, who started attending auctions two years ago. He works from home, so, for him, coming to the auction is as much a social activity as going out for drinks after work and meet-

ing friends at the bowling alley. Its like a garage sale, said Lusby resident Rob Brinlee. You never know what youre going to find. Repeat customers are an important part of the business, said manager and bookkeeper Joan Letz. Once a person comes, they get hooked and they always come back, she said. The auction house features a variety of auctions, including antiques and collectibles, handyman and tools, estates, nursery stock, firearms, coins, holiday themes and groceries. Electronics are guaranteed to be in working order, or sold as-is. Forman doesnt sell merchandise as spare-parts, though once some-

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In addition to the Auction House, Chesapeake Marketplace also rents out 100 spaces for consignment sales.

body has purchased an item it is theirs to do with what they will. Items sold with a guarantee can be returned to the auction house if they do not work. The auction house sells items on consignment, with 99 percent of goods coming from community members trying to get rid of unwanted possessions. Consignments are accepted on Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. The auction is currently accepting consignments for a future firearms sale. In addition to weekly auctions, the marketplace has 100 spaces to rent for consignment sales. Individuals can use just one or rent multiple spaces. Smaller spaces are available in the main building and larger ones by the auction house. Individuals selling items on consignment receive all proceeds minus the price of rent. There will be no June 28 auction as Chesapeake Marketplace prepares for the annual Independence Day Holiday Antique and Collectible Auction starting at 9 a.m. on July 4. Items up for bid at the holiday auction include a 12-foot aluminum boat with trailer and titles, an antique sewing machine, a jukebox, a slot machine and an assortment of antique lamps, furniture and clocks.

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Boaters are Reminded to Always Wear It! Before HighBoating Traffic July 4th Holiday
This July 4th holiday, thousands of people will enjoy boating. But, with approximately 500 people drowning each year from recreational boating accidents, the North American Safe Boating Campaign [http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/] reminds boaters of the importance of boating safety during this highboating traffic holiday. For some people, July 4th celebrations may be the only time they get on a boat the entire summer, said Virgil Chambers, executive director of the National Safe Boating Council, a lead organization for the campaign. Whether youre an experienced or new boater, always boat responsibly and wear a life jacket. The campaign simply known as Wear It! encourages boaters to take the Boating Safety Pledge before July 4th. The pledge allows boaters to share with others their dedication to boating safety and wearing a life jacket every time they are on the water. Boaters can sign and share the pledge via Facebook and Twitter by visiting http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/camp-pledge.htm. Also, the campaign is looking for personal boating stories with a boating safety message through Labor Day weekend. Whether silly or serious, the best story will win a prize pack with a free life jacket. Boaters can submit stories online at http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/camp-share.htm. Doug Ramey of Ontario, Canada, a previous contest winner, shared the story of the day he and his wife were stopped at a safety check while boating on Lake Muskoka. They passed with 100 percent compliance and both were wearing life jackets. Wearing a life jacket shouldnt ever be an option, said Ramey. In my opinion, no one is too cool or too strong of a swimmer to excuse themselves from wearing a life jacket. A life jacket is one of the easiest ways you can save your life in case of emergency. The bulky orange-style life jacket is a thing of the past. Todays life jackets offer comfort, style and flexibility. Some life jackets use inflatable technologies, and many inflate automatically when immersed in water. The North American Safe Boating Campaign is produced under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the U.S. Coast Guard. It unites the efforts of a wide variety of boating safety advocates, including the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, Canadian Safe Boating Council and many members of the National Safe Boating Council. Follow the campaign on Twitter at twitter. com/boatingcampaign and Like at facebook. com/SafeBoatCampaign. About the National Safe Boating Council: The National Safe Boating Council is the foremost coalition for the advancement and promotion of safer boating through education, outreach, and training. The NSBC accomplishes this mission by promoting outreach and research initiatives that support boating education and safety awareness; improving the professional development of boating safety educators through training; and developing and recognizing outstanding boating safety programs. Visit SafeBoatingCampaign.com for campaign materials and additional safe boating resources.

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table that has yet to be explored. Its different than your average vampire [book], he said. He aimed to have the series appeal to young adults, and wanted to keep the book as a quick read to accommodate a fast paced lifestyle. Deckelmann also believes once people read the first book they will become interested in the entire series he expects the series to be three or four books in total. He said the second book is already completed, and will be available as soon as editing is finished. It took Deckelmann around eight months to write the book he describes as a pretty easy read it is designed to be read front to back in around three hours. I pretty much tossed my hat into the ring and well see what happens, Deckelmann said of becoming an author. The first book debuted on June 5, and is available online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Google Books. Sample chapters are available online as well. alexpanos@countytimes.net
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On Our Way
Laura Joyce Contributing Writer Im writing from a hotel in Hagerstown, about halfway to Bens orientation at West Virginia University. We decided to make a several-day road trip out of the required day on campus: today we went to visit family in Howard County, tomorrow well shop at the outlets in Hagerstown, and then well head to Morgantown for the college activities on Tuesday. The first part of our drive was challenging for both of us. I was tired, so I asked Ben to drive. He is a confident driverand a very good one, I should addbut Im used to driving my own car, and am rarely a passenger in anyone elses car these days. Before I go on, let me also say, in my own defense, that traffic was heavy, it rained off and on, and we were driving in an area that I knew well, having grown up there, but Ben didnt. So, I may have been a little bit intrusive, lets say, telling Ben to turn on the windshield wipers, reaching over to press the window defogger button, and pointing out turns to make (even though the GPS was silently and competently doing the same). When the traffic ahead of us stopped suddenly, it is possiblenot likely, you understand, but possiblethat I pressed my feet against the dashboard as if there was a second set of brakes hidden there. I did not, however, tell Ben how to drive forty times; I dispute that with every fiber of my being. When the inevitable extremely reasonable and completely calm discussion of both of our flaws finally occurred, I was reminded of something my friend Cindy said recently. At the time, shed been sympathizing with me about the frustration our kids seem to experience so much at this age. You have to think of it this way, she said, For 18 years youve been the Project Manager, responsible for handling every single part of his life. Now, unlike in most jobs, youre being fired if youve done it well. The ultimate goal, though, is to be brought back in eventually, as a consultant. Its hard to fire your Mom, Cindy reminded me, so its no wonder they occasionally struggle with their feelings (I thought: its hard for them? Im the one being fired!). Shes right, though; their lives are in upheaval right now, with the familiar routines of high school behind them, the unknowns of college just ahead, and the need to now manage their own livesand to do it wella constant pressure. The reminder that its a two-way streetthat Ben is also experiencing change, that its not just me and my emptying nesthelped me to appreciate our discussion in the car. There may have been raised voices, and a sense of being misunderstood, and certainly there was the occasional exaggerated accusation (Forty times! Puh-lease!). But, we both ended up feeling heard, and Ben agreed to give me more credit for my attempts to let go, while I promised to try harder to back off. As we neared our exit, there was a confusing set of turns; I was familiar with them, but Ben wasnt, and the GPS wasnt keeping up. After the agreements wed just made, I wasnt about to say something, even as we got closer and closer to missing the exit. I have to give Ben credit: it seems like such a small thing, to say, Is this our turn? It wasnt, though; it wasnt a small thing at all; it was asking for help just as youre trying your best to go it alone. As for me, I just nodded a yes and looked out the passenger window, smiling, as Ben easily made the turn. Hell be in the drivers seat more and more, and Im more confident by the day that eventually, well both get to where were going. I love hearing from you; feel free to contact me at thewordtech@md.metrocast.net if you have comments or questions about the column.

Calvert County Government Facility Closures for Independence Day

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces the following office and facility closures for the Independence Day holiday: All Calvert County government offices will be closed Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers will be closed July 4. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered to clients Thursday. Calvert Library locations will be closed on Thursday, July 4. There will be no public transportation services July 4. Regular schedules will resume on Friday, July 5. All Solid Waste facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, and will reopen for regular hours on Friday, July 5. For more information, visit the Calvert County website at www.co.cal.md.us.

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By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer Sally Jenkins is a thief. This article was going to be about Phil Mickelsons class after his 6th runners-up trophy at the U.S. Open. Mickelson made no bones about his disappointment or his desperation to eventually claim Americas golfing national title. The article would have included life-altering prose (stop laughing) about Mickelsons honesty, grace and perspective lessons that are most poignantly conveyed by 2nd place competitors, perhaps sports greatest teachers and irrefutable arguments to compel all of us to process adversity similarly. Then, Sally Jenkins, a good friend (which well be upon meeting) and sports columnist for the lead paper in our nations capital, basically wrote the same piece last Saturday and returned me to two familiar and intimidating acquaintances: a blank Word document and a blinking cursor. Was it frustrating? Well, I chose to characterize it as validation of a good idea, one more befitting her considerably more advanced talents. Touch and well done, Ms. Jenkins. Nearly undeterred, I found new direction without straying from championship moments, the source of my initial inspiration. Instead of a lesson-infused runner-up, a newly re-crowned victor offered an alternative. After securing his second title and NBA Finals MVP, LeBron James has forever escaped the viral criticism he received early in his career for shrinking in big moments and failing to rapidly and regularly ascend to the peak of Mt. NBA. With two rings secured at merely age 28, the debate about James is no longer if hell ultimately reside among basketballs best but rather if he can become the games greatest player ever. For most basketball fans, this conversational shift puts James directly in the enormous and regal shadow of a 6-time champ by the name of Michael Jeffrey Jordan. While casual debate between the two players resumes is inevitable, a legitimate comparison isnt yet warranted and will forever remain awkward. First, James is but a third of the way to Jordans total titles a sacred data point that transcends eras, positions and styles of play. From an age perspective, James is slightly ahead of Jordans championship pace; but James has played more NBA seasons courtesy of skipping a basketball grade (NCAA). As players, Jordan and James are vastly different. His Airness was a pure scorer and defensive hawk; King James simply has the most diverse skill-set Ive ever seen. A three-word definition of Jordan would be absolutely insane competitor; James would be peerless physical freak. Heres another divergent quality between the basketball icons: leadership style. James second title had me dusting off and perusing Sam Smiths book The Jordan Rules. Released after the 1990-91 season, it was glimpse into the Chicago Bulls inner sanctum during Jordans first title run. It exposed Jordan as a maniacal basketball force consumed with extracting every bit of accomplishment possible from his extraordinary talent. If that sounds noble, it wasnt always; and his teammates were often victimized by his obsession with winning. Jordan didnt seek to build confidence in teammates or to teach. He goaded, berated and belittled. Colleagues were a necessary evil, unworthy of his on-court company. Fear was his great motivator. They could do no right; he could do no wrong. Blame for losses flowed down to teammates; credit for wins flowed up to Jordan. He evolved as he aged, but only slightly. His ego, even at age 50, remains fully inflated - it could have its own social security number. Conversely, James is more inclined to wrap his arms around embattled teammates than he is to point an accusing finger in their direction. He accepts more blame than he deserves and regularly speaks to a teams need to remain together through a seasons storm. And his willingness to share the basketball, to rely on teammates when he will receive the criticism for their failures, is the ultimate vote of confidence, a sign of empowerment. I dont know if that approach will result in James surpassing Jordan in the annals of basketball history, but I know which player Id rather work with or for - yet Jordans revered and criticizing James is a sport within a sport. Shame on us. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com

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Making the playoffs for five consecutive seasons, Southern Maryland currently holds the league record for most consecutive years to make a postseason run in a row. Missing the playoffs during their inaugural 2008 season, the Blue Crabs have never looked back since, as theyve made their playoffs from their 2009 sophomore season on. Last season, Southern Maryland was upset by the Ducks in the division championship series. The Blue Crabs have also began their 2013 marketing campaign for this years postseason and will use the slogan Dangerous Waters Ahead to go with the Liberty Divisions nautical theme. The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs are a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, and play at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Maryland. The franchise entered its 6th season on April 18, coming off of the teams fourth consecutive playoff appearance.The Blue Crabs and Regency Furniture Stadium will also host the 2013 Atlantic League AllStar Celebration Featuring Circurious on Tuesday, July 9 presented by Turkey Hill, as well as the 2013 Atlantic League All-Star Game Presented by The Communities of St. Charles on Wednesday, July 10. Please call 301-638-9788 or visit www.somdbluecrabs. com for more information and to save your seat at the ballpark today!

Blue Crabs Clinch Fifth Consecutive Playoff Berth

Tonights 2-1 walk-off win against the Lancaster Barnstormers and the Long Island Ducks loss in Game 1 of a doubleheader to the Bridgeport Bluefish have helped lift the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs to the 2013 first half Liberty Division crown tonight at Regency Furniture Stadium. With the win and Long Islands loss, the Blue Crabs have now secured a playoff berth for the fifth time in their six year franchise history as part of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. The Barnstormers would jump ahead to a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning as Jerry Owens would lead off the game with a single and eventually find himself on third base Lancasters Blake Gailen coming up to the plate. Gailen would then double to center field to take the lead, which the Barnstormers would hold onto through the first four inning of the game. Then in the fifth frame, second baseman Wladimir Sutil tallied the first run of the game for the Blue Crabs as he singled and too made his way to third. Shortstop Renny Osunas grounder would then tie the game and bring the game into extra innings as each team remained silent throughout the remainder of regulation. Osuna then factored into the game-winner for Southern Maryland as he hit the walk-off home run off of Lancasters pitcher Nate Reed with two outs in the bottom of the tenth for the 2-1 final.

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The Calvert Gazette runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.

Phyllis Mae Mason, 86

Phyllis Mae Mason, 86, of Solomons, Md., passed away at Solomons Nursing Center, Solomons, Md., on June 22. She was born on May 25, 1927 in Washington, D. C. to the late Walter Lee Mason, Sr. and Rosa Dahlia Butler Mason. Phyllis graduated from McKinley High School in 1946. She was employed as a Supervisor with the National Geographic Society for 42 years until her retirement on August 1, 1988. Phyllis was a former resident of Gaithersburg, Md.; in 1991 she relocated to Lusby, Md. Phyllis was an avid fisherman and gardener. Phyllis is survived by her sister, D. Shirley Mason of California, Md.; nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Walter L. Mason, Sr. and Owen Deshield Mason. The family will received friends on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 10 a.m. in the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD 20657, where a service celebrating her life will be held at 11 a.m. with Rev. Juan Rivera officiating. Inurnment will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD at a latter date. The family wishes in lieu of flowers, that contributions be made in Phylliss memory to the Alzheimers Association, P.O. Box 96011, WashingtonDC20090-6011, www.alz.org. For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

in Huntingtown and graduated from Calvert High School in 1970. He was employed as a truck driver for the state Highway administration for over twenty five years. For the last eight years, he has resided with his sister, Betty in Lusby. Tommy was an avid hunter and also loved to fish. He also enjoyed spending time at his friend Albert Rowells cabin in the mountains of West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents M. Joseph and Ruth Bowen. Tommy is survived by a sister Betty B. Merkle, nieces Susan K. and Karen M. Penn, all of Lusby, his mom Jane Bowen of Prince Frederick; brothers Rodney Altizer and wife Margaret of Lusby and Roy Altizer and wife Margaret of Solomons; and a sister Connie Ridel and husband Ed of St. Leonard. Also surviving are aunts, Doris Knopp and husband Alvin of Deale and Ethel Bowen of Chesapeake Beach; and a nephew Kevin Merkle and wife Laura of St. Leonard. Family and friends will be received Saturday, June 29, 2013 from noon to 1 p.m. at Full Gospel Assembly of God Church, 890 Solomons Island Road South, Prince Frederick, where a memo rial service and celebration of Tommys life will follow at 1 p.m.. Interment will be private. To leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Phillip Carl Domras, 86

Philip Carl Domras, 86 of Lusby, Md., passed away on Fathers Day, Sunday, June 16, at his residence. He was born on December 6, 1926 in Buffalo, New York to the late Philip Conrad Domras and Lena Husner Domras. His father and Bill Vossler were unemployed and went to Washington, D.C. to find jobs with the Federal Government. His father got a job as a pressman with the Bureau of Engraving and Bill found work at the Government Printing Office. Philip, his mother and sister came to Washington, D. C. on the train, moving into the Vosslers home over the Bank on 7th Street, N. W. Philips father and Bill Vossler bought three lots on Congress Street and divided them into two lots and each built a two story brick home with

Joseph Thomas Bowen, 60

Joseph Thomas Tommy Bowen, 60, of Lusby, Md., passed away June 17, at Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton. He was born July 25, 1952 in Prince Frederick, Md., to M. Joseph and Mary Ruth (Hardesty) Bowen. Tommy was raised

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full basements and a wooden one car garage. Phil attended Congress Heights Elementary School and Anacostia Junior High School. While in high school he joined the Cadet Corps and competed against other schools in the baseball stadium. Phil dropped out of high school and went to work at the U. S. Navy Yard, Drafting Division in 1943. He enlisted in the Navy Reserve in Buffalo, NY on September 11, 1944. He was sent to the Navy Training Center at Simpson, NY on Seneca Lake. Philip went to gunners Mate School at Sampson, Fire Fighting School at NOB, Norfolk, VA, and pre commission training at Charleston, SC. He was then assigned to the USS Arthur L. Bristol APD 97 as a Second Class Seaman Gunners Mate Striker. APD 97 was commissioned and set sail to Navy Base Guantanamo Bay in Cuba on a shake down cruise, upon arrival they also spent one week Havana, Cuba, then returned to Norfolk, VA. When the war ended the Arthur L. Bristol APD 97 went into dry dock in New Orleans, LA to remove sonar gear and redo bottom paint. APD 97 was then ordered to the St. Johns River at Green Cove Springs, Fla. and tied up with five other APDs to be mothballed and decommissioned. Phil was then transferred to ARL USS Helios to mothball her guns. He was then transferred by train to Lido Beach, Lido, NY and discharged honorably on June 18, 1946 as a Gunners Mate Third Class. Philip met his future wife Mimie in 1946 while walking home from the bus stop. Mamie and roommate Garnet Hunt lived in a basement apartment on 12th Street, S. E. While walking home on Portland Street Phil started talking to Mamie. She was nervous and he kept going the same way she was. When she got to the rear of her apartment he told her that he lived in the house at the end of the back alley. They started dating, and on New Years Eve and were married at his parents home in 1947. They moved into their first apartment together on 2nd Street, then bought a house in Wheaton, MD in 1964. They sold there home in Wheaton, MD in 1986 and moved into their new home in Lusby, MD were he remained until his death. Philip was hired by U. S. Chart Branch Services as an Aeronautical Cartographer on May 4, 1948. He retired from the U. S. Government on January 9, 1952. He joined the American Legion Nash Post #8 in 1948. Phil joined the National Guard of Honor and marched in the 1st parade to Arlington National Cemetery for the interment of the Unknown Solider of World War II on May 30, 1958. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #274, Lusby, MD. Philip is survived by his nieces Diane Teresa Woods of Huntingtown, MD and Mary Frances Bellamy of Houston, TX; nephew Francis Joseph Hoyle, Jr. of Melfa, VA; great nephews Samuel Frederick Woods, III of Port Republic, MD, Francis Joseph Hoyle, III of Melfa, VA and Philip Carl Woods of Prince Frederick, MD; great niece Robin Lee Marz of Houston, Shelia Ann Trainor of Prince Frederick, MD,TX; greatgreat nieces Mikayla Marz of Houston, TX, Shanna Marie Underwood, Samatha Lorrine Woods all of Prince Frederick, Md.; great-great nephews Samuel Frederick Woods, IV of Port Republic, Md., Austin Carl Woods of Prince Frederick, Md., Jonathan Marz of Houston, TX and great-greatgreat nephew Joshua Wyatt Underwood of Prince Frederick, Md.. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Mamie Justine Domras in 2010. The family will receive friends on

Wednesday, June 26, at the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, Md., at 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:30 a.m.; interment to follow at Md., Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. Should friends desire contributions may be made in his memory to the American Legion Post #274, 11820 H. G. Trueman Rd., Lusby, MD 20657 or to Calvert Hospice, Donations are encourage on-line at www.calverthospice. org P. O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. . For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com

Vickie Lynn Crews-Anderson, 43

Vickie Lynn CrewsAnderson, 43, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on June 17, in Prince Frederick, Maryland. She was born on January 30, 1970 in Takoma Park, Maryland to the late Robert H. Crews, Jr. and Sandra E. Crews. She is also predeceased by her two grandmothers, Grace Ketner and Christine Creech. Vickie graduated from Laurel High School in 1988. She had a special talent with photography and enjoyed taking pictures. Vickies greatest love however was her two girls. She lived everyday for them, and was the most devoted softball Mom. She made every game and practice cheering them both on. Vickie is survived by her husband, David E. Anderson, Lt. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, of Prince Frederick, Md.. and mother of Ashley G. and Amanda M. Anderson, both of Prince Frederick, Md. Daughter of Sandra E. Crews-Davis of Laurel, Md., sister of Robert S. Crews of Laurel, Md., Granddaughter of, Robert T. Ketner of Lusby, Md. She is also survived by numerous other relatives. The family will receive friends on Friday June 21, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Calvert County, German Chapel Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland where services will follow at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic, Maryland. Vickies bout with cancer began 7 years ago and during the last 7 years she has been an advocate for Relay for Life so in her honor her family has requested memorial contributions should be made to Relay for Life.

James Bers Redmon, 59

James Bers Jim Redmon, 59, of Mitchellville, Md., passed away June 11, at his residence. He was born August 18, 1953 in Ronceverte, WV to Harold Bers and Helen Marie (Forren) Redmon. Jim was raised in Silver Spring, Md., and attended Glen Haven Elementary, Sligo Middle School and graduated in 1971 from Northwood High School, where he played football and baseball. He then attended Montgomery Junior College where

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he played football as well. Jim married Millie Oliver on February 22, 1993. He was employed as a contractor-building park and recreational facilities, and has been retired for the past three years. He enjoyed reading, especially biographies and war history books. Jim also loved sports and was always supporting local youth, college and professional teams. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Kathryn R. Nies. Jim is survived by his loving wife Millie Y. Redmon and sons Matthew James Matt Redmon of Mitchellville, Richard W. Ricky Kratz and wife Jenn of North Beach and M. Adam Kratz of Owings. Also surviving are a brother John M. Redmon and wife Sandra of Derwood, MD and his pet dogs Rosie and Lola. Family and friends were received Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, where a memorial service and celebration of Jims life will follow at 2 p.m. Interment is private. Memorial donations may be made to Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or online at www.calverthospice.org. To leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Warren Addison Nottingham, 68

Warren Addison Nottingham, 68, of Dunkirk, Md., passed away June 8, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Md. He was born April 16,

1945 in Bartow, WV to Robert B. and Dollie (Stone) Nottingham. Warren was raised in Bartow where he attended public schools, and moved to the Washington, D.C. area at the age of 16. Warren married Susann Simcox on July 16, 1965. They lived in the Washington, D.C. suburbs until moving to Calvert County in 1973, and he had lived in Dunkirk since that time. He was a custom home builder in Calvert County and was also employed as a journeyman union carpenter and member of the Washington, D.C. Carpenters District Council, Local 1145. Warren retired in September 2009. He had a passion for construction, and loved going to work. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and in his spare time enjoyed hunting. Warren was preceded in death by his wife Susann on July 30, 2009; by two sons, Jon and Alan Nottingham; and by a brother Ronald Nottingham. He is survived by a daughter Patricia N. Garzone and husband Jason, and a son Gregory L. Nottingham, all of Dunkirk. Also surviving are grandchildren, Zack, Allie, Nick and Seth; a brother Randall Randy Nottingham of Westerville, OH, and a sister Geraldine Jeri Allen of Waldorf, Md. Family and friends were received Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home. A funeral service and celebration of Warrens life was held Friday, June 14, 11 a.m. at Dunkirk Baptist Church. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk. Memorial donations may be

made to Dunkirk Baptist Church or the Muscular Dystrophy Association. For additional information or to leave condolences, visit www.rauschfuneralhomes. com.

Stanley Parshewski, 91
Stanley Parshewski, 91, of Chesapeake Beach, Md., and a former resident of Erie, Pa., passed away June 15, at his residence. He was born October 6, 1921 in Warsaw, Poland to Jakob and Helen (Malczewski) Parshewski. He married Ludmilla Lucy Kushnariw on May 2, 1946 in Frankfurt, Germany. Stanley and Lucy moved to the United States in 1949 and they settled in Erie, Pa. He worked as a machinist for Parker Corporation in Erie, and retired in 1987. They moved to Chesapeake Beach in 2006, and Lucy later passed away November 17, 2008. Stanley was a member of St. Anthonys Church in North Beach. He loved reading, especially books on history. He also enjoyed gardening, and being with his grandchildren. The birth of his greatgrandson brought so much joy to his life. Stanley was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Lucy and a son Edward Parshewski. He is survived by a daughter Elizabeth O. Davidson and husband Kenneth of Halifax, PA; three grandchildren Jennifer L. Dinkfeld and husband Daren of Chesapeake Beach, Stephen N. Davidson of Halifax, PA and Patrick Parshewski of Garrett, IN, and a great-grandson

Jacob Carter Dinkfeld. Family and friends were received Thursday, June 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Anthonys Church, North Beach, where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11a.m. Interment will follow at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic, Md. Memorial donations in Stanleys memory may be made to Calvert Hospice or St. Anthonys Church. To leave condolences visit www. rauschfuneralhomes.com.

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Community
On the evening of Wednesday, June 12th, the Marine Corps Aviation Association (MCAA) John Glenn Squadron presented nine outstanding Tri-county area high school seniors with a total of $46,000 in scholarships at the Calvert Marine Museum Drum Point Lighthouse as a crowd of about 95 squadron members, donors, and awardee families looked on. A $6,000 check was awarded to Emma Holmes from Great Mills High School STEM Academy. $5,000 checks were awarded to Jake Dunigan and Greg Mazur from Patuxent High School, Ryan Gray and Tom Krumenacker from St. Mary's Ryken High School, Brendan Lessel from Leonardtown High School, Zach Nega from Huntingtown High School, and Kristina Sebacher and Noah Wichrowski from Great Mills High School STEM Academy. The squadron had the pleasure of hosting keynote speaker Rear Admiral CJ Jaynes, commander of the Fleet Readiness Centers and assistant commander for Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR6.0) at the Naval Air Systems Command. Admiral Jaynes was assisted by squadron commander Colonel Andre Mercier in pre-

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Scholarships Awarded to Local Students

senting scholarship checks to the students. St. Mary's County School Superintendent, Dr. Michael Martirano, and several high school principals and staff were also on hand to see their students recognized. The MCAA John Glenn Squadron scholarship program, which was initiated in 2006 by squadron member Jim King, presented its first scholarships in 2007 when $20,000 was awarded to six students. Since then $229,500 has been awarded to 54 high caliber local area students. The scholarships are merit based and are awarded to Tri-county area high school seniors who plan to pursue a STEM-based degree in college and who show an interest in a career field that could benefit the Department of Defense and Marine Corps aviation. Funding for the scholarships comes from the generous donations of corporations, local businesses, and individual contributors. To learn more about the scholarship program, such as how to apply or donate and to see past recipients, please visit www. mcaa-jgs.org/scholarship.html.

Photo by Mike Wilson Front Row L-R: RDML CJ Jaynes, Kristina Sebacher, Emma Holmes, Ryan Gray, Greg Mazur, Col Andre Mercier Back Row L-R: Tom Krumenacker, Brendan Lessel, Jake Dunigan, Noah Wichrowski, Zach Nega

CSM Students Demonstrate Excellence in Public Speaking

Three College of Southern Maryland students aptly showed off their public speaking skills in the colleges 2013 speaking competition open to all CSM students in May. Michelle Altvater of Mechanicsville placed first for her speech on ending human slavery. Gavin Hummer of Lusby, who spoke about organic foods, and Sean Purdy, of Mechanicsville, who discussed foreign versus domestic cars, tied for second place. Students were invited to present a five- to seven-minute speech on a topic of their choice and CSM communication faculty members judged the students videotaped informative or persuasive speeches. Scholarships were awarded for the three winners to use toward a future course that each of them will take at CSM. I am deeply grateful for receiving this award, said Altvater, who plans to major in either elementary education or communication. My speech gave me the opportunity to spread awareness about a topic that lies heavy on my heart: modern-day slavery. In the months prior to my presentation, I had been learning a lot about slavery and its presence in our world today; therefore, I was very excited to use my speech as a way to make the issue more wellknown. Awareness is powerful. Without it, how will anyone know of the need to take action? Hummer, who is majoring in speech and communication at CSM, said, I entered the competition because, by winning I could get monies that will help fund next semester at CSM. This was the first competition I have ever voluntarily entered.All of the materials I have learned throughout the years will definitely make me a more effective speaker. According to Purdy, This is the first scholarship Ive won, so Im very excited. He recently graduated from CSM with a degree in General Studies/Arts and Sciences and he plans to transfer to University of Maryland University College (UMUC) for a degree in marketing. Im very excited to win the award, he said. I decided to enter the contest because I really enjoy speaking in front of an audience and hope to use public speaking in my career. Students earning honorable mentions include Jason Barger of Lusby, who spoke about Touchscreen Devices for Toddlers, and Yong Sik (Max) Choi of Lexington Park, who presented The Importance of Drinking Water. CSM offers an associate of arts degree in communication, which is part of an articulated partnership with UMUC. CSM students who successfully meet the associate degree requirements can transfer the necessary credits to UMUC to complete their bachelor of arts degree in communication studies. For information about the college, visit www.csmd.edu.

Girl Scouts Across Calvert County Raise Money for SHARE

SHARE which stands for Share Her Annual Real Expenses received some much needed donations this year through the hard work and dedication of troops such as Brownie Troop # 5796 that hosted a Bring A Friend Roller Skating Event, Brownie/Junior Troop # 1098 hosted a Scrapbooking Event and Junior Troop # 641 hosted a Bring A Friend Bowling and a Chinese New Year Event. These and other troops work hard every year to raise money for SHARE so that other girls that wouldnt normally be able to attend camp or join Girl Scouts are able to do so. Calvert County raised $5543.06 for SHARE between 8/01/2012 through 5/15/2013. If you would like to help young girls attend camp and join Girl Scouting contact a local Troop or go to www.gscnc.org and search for SHARE, you can find more information there.

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New Exhibit Highlighting A Forgotten Era Opens At The Calvert Marine Museum
Thrills and Spills: The Golden Era of Powerboat Racing
an intensive effort to document powerboat racing in the region. The peak period for the sport extended from the late 1940s until the early 1980s and drew thousands of spectators. It was an exciting and vibrant part of community life. We felt strongly that it was important to talk to the people who had experienced powerboat racing firsthand and to capture their stories. Dodds continued with a smile, There are a lot of characters and personalities involved, and their stories, even the unprintable ones, are fascinating. In conjunction with the exhibit, the museums Patuxent Small Craft Guild is constructing a wooden runabout based on William D. Jackson designs. The fourteenfoot utility racer is a hybrid using Jacksons Mustang hull plan and his Meteor deck plan. It will be displayed in the Exhibition Hall and sold later to raise funds for small craft preservation program. The exhibit, Thrills and Spills the Golden Era of Powerboat Racing in Southern Maryland, and accompanying book by the same title, tell this fascinating story. The publication, as well as powerboat racing merchandise, will be available for sale in the Museum Store. Prior to the opening, the museum On Sunday, June 23, the Calvert Marine Museum opens a new exhibit on the mezzanine level. "Thrills and Spills: The Golden Era of Powerboat Racing in Southern Maryland" traces the development, heyday, and eventual decline of the sport in the region. The story is told through remarkable photographs showing races in progress, drivers posing proudly with their boats and trophies, the inevitable spills that seemed a part of every race, and the large crowds of spectators cheering on the shores. Punctuating the photographs are artifacts of the era, video, and the stories of the men and women who made racing history at least on a local scale. The exhibit includes three examples of powerboats that span the era of local racing. These have been lifted to the mezzanine level and are cantilevered out over the open exhibition hall below. Artifacts of the era are also on display, including trophies, racing engines, helmets and custom embroidered shirts and jackets typically worn by individual racers, and programs from races. Richard Dodds, the Curator for Maritime History, and Robert Hurry, the museum registrar have worked tirelessly researching information for the exhibit. Dodds stated, Three years ago we started

is hosting a reunion of former powerboat racers from the region, and a videographer will be on hand to record some of their sto-

ries. This is truly a case of bringing history to life. The exhibit will be open through 2014.

Hams Demonstrate Wireless Radios

By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer The Calvert Amateur Radio Association (CARA) hosted its annual national Field Day on June 22 and 23 at the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons. The event was used as a teaching opportunity, where anyone interested in amateur radio could come and see how situations would be handled in emergencies. Approximately 35,000 operators from all over the country were running throughout the course of the weekend, all demonstrating the skills needed to communicate with others in the event of abnormal situations or less than optimal conditions. Amateur radio people (hams) are known for their communication support in real disaster and post disaster situations, and will continue coming out and teaching others a different but effective way to be proactive in their preparation for the unexpected. news@countytimes.net
Photos by Kimberly Alston

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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail sarahmiller@countytimes.net.

Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, June 27
Mike Starkeys Band Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m.

Friday, June 28

The Importance of Being Earnest

By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer Two male leads show The Importance of Being Earnest when they fabricate a different identity for the purpose of escaping their lifes obligations. The Twin Beach Players of Chesapeake Beach stared in their opening performance of Oscar Wildes The Importance of Being Ernest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People on June 2. The play was first brought to the theatre in 1895 in London, England. The performance is split into three acts: a basic introduction, climax, and resolution. During the course of the play, questions of vanity, marriage and insignificance are addressed in the form of the challenges two couples face surrounding the name Ernest. Brianna Workcuff, director of the production, described the show as funny and full of life. She said that the play shows how obnoxious people can be, but the realism in the play is prevalent in life. Workcuff has been with the Twin Beach Players since 2008, and though this was her first time directing a full length performance, her acting experience helped her in her selection process for the cast of Ernest. I wanted to make sure they trusted each other, she said. Each person brought something different to the performance, she said, and it was really rewarding, seeing their growth. Although stressful, she added that [Ernest] was and experience that she wouldnt pass up. Being a lead role in any performance comes with difficulties. For Jeffrey Thompson (Jack Worthing) this role was no different. Every production is a challenge if you do it right, Thompson said. With the help of a good director and producer, coupled with enough rehearsals, different challenges can be met, he said. Thompson has been with the Twin Beach Players for six years, normally functioning as tech and stage crew, but for Ernest, he took the challenge of auditioning. It was really difficult to get the contrast right, Thompson explained, but I think we did excellently. In her second performance with the Twin Beach Players, Devin Thrasher (Gwendolyn Fairfax) grew as an actress during her time in Ernest. Thrasher described the play as challenging; adding Photos by Kimberly Alston that there was more responsibility to take on and deadlines were strict. Weve come a long way, she stated, but it was a lot of fun. Thrasher looks forward to more performances with the players in the future. Ernest, according to Thompson, had one of the best opening nights the Twin Beach Players have done in a while. With President Sid Curl taking on the role of producer instead of director, the entire performance was in the hands of teenagers. The result, was a fresh outlook on an Oscar Wilde production, with new humor and an abundance of ideas. The Importance of Being Ernest continues June 28 and 29 at 7 p.m. and a closing performance on June 29 at 2 p.m. at the North Beach Boys and Girls Club, 9021 Dayton Ave, Chesapeake Beach. For more information, visit twinbeachplayers.com or call 410-286-1890. news@countytimes.net

Chris Tenny and Riverside South Blue Grass Band Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 7 p.m. Three Days of Rain Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. GrooveSpan Duo DiGiovannis Restaurant 14556 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons) 6 p.m. Warren Drive Band Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) 9 p.m. Mike Butler Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina RoadPrince Frederick) 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 29
HydraFx Captain Bigs ( 8323 Bayside Road, Chesapeake Beach) 9 p.m. GrooveSpan Duo Back Creek Bistro (14415 Dowell Road, Solomons) 6:30 p.m. Swing Away Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Jukebox Thieves Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m. Lee Travers and Company The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m. Rock the Dock, Summer Concert Series Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) 4 p.m.

Movies on Main Street Return

By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer The twelfth annual Movies on Main Street begins Saturday, June 29 with the showing of Wreck-it Ralph. Event Coordinator, Dave Fegan, said that he got the inspiration for the event when he noticed other places, such as the Washington Monument, put on shows every year, and thought it might be a good way to bring some life to Prince Frederick. The event has taken place every year, in June and July, for twelve years, beginning with showings of Casablanca, and the Wizard of Oz. During the fourth year of Movies on Main Street, there was a showing of Shrek, and since then the movies have been a family affair. After the Shrek showing, people poured in, Fegan recalled. Though the movie showing doesnt begin until 9 p.m., local band Rockfish will be performing live starting at 8 p.m. The event will take place rain or shine on June 29 and July 27. Everyone is invited to come out and take part in the evening. The event is free and food is provided. Movies on Main Street will take place on the grassy area behind the Joseph Waters Real Estate building on Main Street in Prince Frederick. For more information about the event, call 703-577-344 news@countytimes.net

Sunday, June 30
Rock the Dock, Summer Concert Series Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa (4165 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach) 6:30 p.m.

Monday, July 1
Fair Warning DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 p.m.

Tuesday, July 2
Mason Sebastian DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 p.m.

Wednesday, July 3
No Green Jelly Beenz Port Tobacco Marina (7610 Shirley Blvd.,Port Tobacco Village) 10 p.m.

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Out&About
Thursday, June 27
Live Animal Showing Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, Special Guest from Echoes Of Nature presents a special live animal program sponsored by PNC Bank - FREE program! See ages and times below. Check website for other preschool programs. Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, 10 to 10:30 a.m. For children 18 months 3 years: Warm and Fuzzy Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, 11 a.m. to noon For children 3 5 years: Amazing Adaptation Women to Women Happy Hour Lord Calvert Bowling Center, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Community Events
Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Chesapeake Beach Waterfront, Dusk Join us along the waterfront to watch the annual patriotic fireworks display over the Chesapeake Bay. This event is free to the public. Arrive early for easy parking. Enjoy the Chesapeake Beach Water Park (fee), the beaches (fee) and local restaurants and cafes. For more information, visit www.chesapeakebeach.md.us. of the crew and spectators, the fireworks will take place on Friday, July 5. Presenting the fireworks is one of our major events on Solomons, and our signature events throughout the year help fund the display, Frailey said. Fireworks contributions from the public are gratefully accepted since every little bit helps to keep the fireworks display alive. In addition to SBA, this years fireworks are sponsored by the Calvert County Commissioners and by Dominion Cove Point LNG, PNC Bank, Tiki Bar VIPs, Solomons United Methodist Church, Holiday Inn Solomons, Windward Harbour at Solomons, Solomons Boat Ramp and Sail Solomons. To be sponsor, visit http://solomonsmaryland.com/ solomons-4th-of-july.html#Sponsors. Producing and launching the2013 SBA July 4th Fireworks show are Digital Lightning and Wards Marine Construction. The Saint John Youth Center is providing a volunteer clean-up crew and Holiday Inn Select is providing breakfast for the crew, Frailey said. Parking will be available at Glascock Field across from the Calvert Marine Museum, at the museum, in the public lots behind Our Lady Star of the Sea and the Solomons Medical Center. Parkingat Glascock Field is $10, with proceeds to support the fireworks and SYB Optimists.Vehicular traffic on the island will be restricted, and parking will be directed to designated areas only. For information on the fireworks and other activities in Solomons, visit http://www. solomonsmaryland.com/solomons-4th-ofjuly.html. Fireworks Cruise 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 8 p.m. Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors doeuvres. Adults $37 Preregistration required 410-326-2042 ext. 41

quired. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 Community Sale Asbury Solomons Retirement Community, 11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located in the Auditorium and other sites within the building. This will include Bettys Closet a resale of new and gently used clothing. Something for everyone. Grannies Treasures will be selling housewares, furniture and many miscellaneous items. The library committee will have many books for sale at great prices. All proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Care Fund. For more information, call 410-394-3483 Movies On Main Street Main Streets in Prince Frederick, 8 p.m. Wreck it Ralph will be shown on the lawn across from the Calvert County Courthouse at Duke and Main Streets in Prince Frederick. The movie starts at 9:00 pm, live music by Rockfish at 8 p.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs, soda, and water are served. Everyone is welcome and everything is free. Seussical Summer St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drama Camp runs July 15 22. This years theme is Seussical Summer Register online at www.sjvchurch.net. Time and Tides 41652 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown, 5 to 9 p.m. The North End Gallery Show titled Time and Tides is presently open and will remain open through most of the month of July closing on July 28th. It is an all member show and highlights much of what is so wonderful about our southern Maryland area. Come in, cool off in our lovely gallery and enjoy a respite from the heat.We will be closed on Independence Day, July 4, but will reopen on the July 5. The evening of July 5 we will have our First Friday celebration at the gallery from 5 to 8 p.m. Join us and celebrate summer. For more information, call 301-475-3130 or visit www.northendgallery.org.

Thursday, July 4
Solomons to Celebrate America with Annual Fireworks Solomons Buisness Association, 9:30 p.m. Get out the red, white and blue and get ready to celebrate the Nations birthday during Solomons, Marylands annual Fireworks this 4th of July. Continuing its annual tradition, the Solomons Business Association (SBA) will host the annual Solomons fireworks display, beginning at dusk. Visitors can enjoy a full day of fun capped off with our always spectacular fireworks display, said SBA President Lisa Batchelor Frailey of Sail Solomons. The annual Fireworks event is one of the signature occasions for our community and visitors to experience the hospitality and fun that Solomons has to offer. In addition to the evening fireworks display, Frailey invited visitors to enjoy the Island throughout the day, including a boat parade and other family-friendly activities being offered by individuals and businesses. Visitors can watch as boats decorated gloriously for the 4th and crews showing off their patriotic colors, parade around the Island. They will launch at noon from the pier off Holiday Inn Solomons and can be viewed from many waterfront locations as the boats proceed past the Chesapeake Biological Lab and continue to the gazebo, she said. The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory is planning an afternoon of family activities, from hands-on science to fishing games, nature crafts and more. At dusk, or approximately 9:15 p.m., the fireworks will be shot from a barge in the Patuxent River off historic Solomons Island and can be viewed from the Riverwalk. If weather factors force a last-minute delay or postponement in order to maintain the safety

Friday, June 28
Grey Larsen and Cindy Kallet Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, 6 p.m. Maritime Performance Series opens with a performance by Grey Larsen and Cindy Kallet. Cindy is a superb singer, guitarist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Grey is one of Americas finest players of the Irish flute and tin whistle, as well as an accomplished singer and concertina, fiddle, piano and harmonium player. Wine and beer will be available for sale, along with lite bites prepared by Lotus Kitchen.Feel free to picnic at our tables overlooking Back Creek before the concert. Performance takes place in the museum auditorium starting at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 and sold only at the door, cash or check. No advance ticket sales.

Friday, July 5
Daughtry/3 Doors Down/Halestorm/Bad Seed Rising 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 7 p.m. Live! In concert at the Calvert Marine Museum. Only a few seats remain. Call to purchase your tickets today.

Saturday, June 29
Kids Pirate Pizza Cruise Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dress like a pirate and eat pizza on board the Tennison-Arggggh Pre-registration re-

Library Events
Thursday, June 27
Can You Dig It? Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings) 2 to 3:30 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fun program covering a variety of people, animals or things that dig! The program features a related story, craft, and snack each week. For children from Kindergarten through fifth grade. Registration not required. Calvert Library Fairview Branch - 410-257-2101, Calvert Library Prince Frederick - 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 TWEEN Summer Book Fest Calvert Library Southern Branch (13920 H.G. Trueman Road, Solomons) 6:30 to 8 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fifth to seventh graders are invited to an evening of fun, free activities, discussion and snacks themed around graphic novel The Stonekeeper by Kazu Kibuishi. Please register. 410-326-5289 TWEEN Summer Bookfest Calvert Library Fairview Branch (Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings) 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fifth to seventh graders are invited to an evening of fun, free activities, discussion and snacks themed around the book Jake and Lily by Jerry Spinelli. Please register. 410-257-2101 Tween Summer Bookfest Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch (3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach) 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fifth to seventh graders are invited to an evening of fun, free activities, discussion and snacks themed around the book Jake and Lily by Jerry Spinelli. Please register. 410-257-2411

Friday, June 28
On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

Monday, July 1
Monday Morning Movies Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for movies and a story. Well complete a coloring sheet too. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 Book Discussion Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 7 to 8:30 p.m. The White Tiger: A Novel by Aravind Adiga. The white tiger of this novel is Balram Halwai, a poor Indian villager whose great ambition leads him to the zenith of Indian business culture, the world of the Bangalore entrepreneur. On the occasion of the president of Chinas impending trip to Bangalore, Balram writes a letter to him describing his transformation and his experience as driver and servant to a wealthy Indian family, which he thinks exemplifies the contradictions and complications of Indian society. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862

Saturday, June 29
Summer Storytime Calvert Library Southern Branch (13920 H.G. Trueman Road, Solomons) 10 to 10:30 a.m. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. No registration required. 410-326-5289

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CLUES ACROSS
1. Minute amount (Scott) 5. Insolent talk 9. Unable to 11. Scoundrels 13. Wizard of __ 14. Murres 16. Malmsey wine 17. Sunday prior to Easter 20. Passage with only one access 21. Large woody perennial 22. Paddles 23. A small demon 24. Dakar airport (abbr.) 25. Small game cubes 26. Small amounts 28. Ribbon belts 31. Free from danger 32. Natives of Thailand 33. Incomplete combustion residue 34. Segregating operation 35. Lowest violin family members 37. Part of a deck 38. British Air Aces 39. Confederate soldier 41. Young woman coming out 42. Belgian River 43. Society to foster technological innovation 45. Linen liturgical vestment 46. Failed presidential candidate 49. Long Shot author Mike 52. Mind & body exercise discipline 53. Santa __, NM 54. Cotton fabric with a satiny finish 55. Packed groceries 57. NDjamena is the capital 58. Fermented honey and water

CLUES DOWN

(var.) 50. Corn genus 51. British letter Z 56. Peachtree state

Last Weeks Puzzle Solutions

1. Golf course obstacle 2. Article 3. One who counts 4. High rock piles (Old English) 5. Grassy layer of ground 6. Length of time in existence 7. Killing yourself 8. Liquid body substances 9. Egyptian Christian 10. Egyptian pharaoh 11. Beams 12. Keglike body tunicate 15. Positive electrodes 16. Adult female horse 18. Albanian monetary units 19. Raised speakers platform 26. NM art colony 27. Aftersensation phytogeny 29. Deep orange-red calcedony 30. Not a miss 31. Distress signal 33. Freedom from danger 34. Day of rest and worship 35. Phloem 36. Was viewed 37. Gluten intolerance disease 38. NYC triangle park for Jacob 40. Groused 41. Bounces over water 42. Arabian sultanate 44. Having vision organs 47. Steal 48. Old Irish alphabet

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Daniel and Elise Morris
Hammered In Christ ministries launching

FREEDOM FRIDAYS (occuring each Friday!)

June 28th, 2013: Furious Love July 5th, 2013: Father of Lights
A safe and non-judgemental place for fellowship! Fellowship with a movie and a message!!

Senior Citizen News

SENIOR LIVING
Last Chance to Get Away to the Newseum Only a few spots left! Explore the Newseum, Tuesday, July 2. The Newseum will immerse you in the worlds greatest news stories. See front pages from history, explore the extremely moving 9/11 gallery or discover some interesting artifacts in the FBI exhibit. With a wide range of things to discover, there is something for everyone. If you love news and photography, you will love the Newseum! Lunch will be provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering. The $62 fee includes transportation, entrance fee and lunch. Call the Office on Aging at 410-5354606 or 301-855-1170 for more information. Maryland Access Point The Calvert County Office on Aging (CCOOA) is now a Maryland Access Point (MAP). The MAP program provides options counseling as well as information and assistance to disabled individuals aged 18 and older. Amy Boucher is the MAP Coordinator for CCOOA. In addition, a staff representative of the Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living is available every Wednesday at Calvert Pines Senior Center, 9 a.m. 3 p.m. to assist disabled persons aged 18 to 49 years old. For information about the MAP program, contact Amy Boucher at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170. Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC) The fitness room is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. A treadmill, stationary bike, elliptical machine and other equipment are available. Before first use an orientation is required to learn to use the equipment safely and effectively. The next orientation will be held Wednesday, July 3, 9:30 a.m. North Beach Senior Center (NBSC) Do you enjoy eating out, but hate eating alone? If so, the lunch bunch is for you. The lunch bunch will meet Wednesday, July 3, 12:30 p.m. at Thursdays Restaurant. Transportation and lunch are on your own. Learn TIPS for Seniors, Tuesday, July 9, 10:30 a.m. The discussion will be on the dangers of mixing prescription medicines with alcohol. Must pre-register. Limited to ten participants. Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC) Learn about Gyotaku, the traditional Japanese Folk Art form of Fish Painting, Wednesday, July 10, 10 a.m. Try making a fish print on rice paper. Bring a plain tee shirt. There is limited space. Call to register. Local Trip Enjoy a theatrical dining experience at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament, Thursday, August 1. Costumed staff will serve lunch while we are entertained by spectacular horsemanship and pageantry. The $61 fee includes transportation, show and meal. EATING TOGETHER MENU Lunches are served to seniors aged 60-plus and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Contributions are suggested. For reservations or to cancel your reservations call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Monday, July 1: Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Tossed Salad, Corn Bread, Strawberries Tuesday, July 2: Salmon Casserole, Broccoli, Black Beans, Wheat Bread, Pineapple Tidbits Wednesday, July 3: Hamburger w/Cheese, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Fruit, Brownie Thursday, July 4: Centers Closed for Independence Day Friday, July 5: Ham and Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit

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4. Cost for a gallon of propane can be as much as $1.25 less expensive than oil. Even with oils slightly higher btu rating per gallon, propane is much less expensive to operate as well as cleaner and more efficient.

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S Line Heat Exchangers

The S Line heat exchangers have our innovative design. Placing the latent heat exchanger at an angle above the sensible heat exchanger ensures complete separation from condensate, increasing unit longevity. Flue glass glows upward providing stable & quiet operation even with up to 45 ft equivalent flue lengths. The design of the latent heat exchanger reduces flue gas temperature to below 140 DegF at all times, allowing the use of Schedule 40 PVC as the vent material.

Modulating Gas Valve

The modulating gas valve allows complete control of the gas flow to the burner assembly. This unit has a turn down ratio of 2:1 to provide performance across a wide range of heat loads. Our innovative Heat Exchanger design flows the flue gas in "S" line configuration to improve heat transfer & unit efficiency.

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To increase efficiency, reliability and service a modular concept is used to mount all of the components controlling heating and DHW flow directly to the DHW heat exchanger.

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