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Planners Deny
developers of the subdivision generating absence, agreed with the motion, although
considerable controversy, and they feared it she called it a troublesome decision to
would happen again. make. Seventy-six (units) to me is too much
That concern about trafc appeared to for the neighborhood.
Expansion of Woods
be the major stumbling block for the com- Member Hal Willard, during a discus-
mission members, even though it had the sion about trafc in the area, noted that it
blessing of the countys Department of was backed up every evening rush hour in-
Public Works. The developer based their bound to St. Marys County, but blamed the
trafc conclusions on a 2007 study and re- slowdown on peoples driving habits slowly
at Myrtle Point
vised it to accommodate the new units. But crossing the bridge. Several neighbors
the county allows such studies to consider said the trafc light at Patuxent Boulevard
that townhouses generate less than one-half caused the bottleneck.
of the trafc that single-family homes do. Willard did oppose the motion to deny
That led to the nding of just a few extra the proposal. He called Curtis a developer
By Dick Myers trips per day, and the developer agreed to who used common sense and has a feeling
Staff Writer pay a fee to mitigate that. for the public and the people who live there
Commission member Clarke Guy wasnt (the development).
The St. Marys County Planning Com- owners associations in the community. convinced. He described the proposal as Also opposing the motion was commis-
mission has denied a request for an addi- The plan also included moving a pro- too much. Guy added I feel there are too sion member Martin Siebert, who observed
tional 76 units at the Woods at Myrtle Point posed $2.2 million community center and many units for that site. that the subdivision was after all in the de-
in California. The denial came on a 5-2 swimming pool from a more remote loca- Guy made a motion that was seconded by velopment district and the proposed extra
vote at the commissions June 26 meeting. tion on the property to a central location to alternate Caroline King, who was sitting in density wouldnt cause a dent in the trafc
Developer Curtis Development Corpora- better serve the subdivision. It would have for commission chairman Howard Thomp- there. It looks pretty good and I like some
tion of Prince Frederick had requested the included a day-care center operated just son, who recused himself because he has of the reasons for it, he said.
additional units for the nal phases of the for community residents. He said revenue a relative who is a neighbor of the project. The planning commission decision can
development off Patuxent Boulevard near from that would also help the homeowners King said the conclusion about trafc be- be appealed to circuit court. Siebert sug-
its intersection with Route 4. The addition- associations operate the pool. ing generated was based on a awed, out- gested that the developer do that. All roads
al units would have brought the develop- A half dozen people spoke during the dated study. She said it was a quiet area. I lead to circuit court and if you get there,
ments total buildout to 443 units. public comment section. Two of them were think it is too much, too close. you guys are going to win, he advised.
The developer proposed to convert pre- residents of the community and supported Vice Chairman Shelby Guazzo, who dickmyers@countytimes.net
viously approved single -family homes to what Curtis was doing. But the other four, was running the meeting in Thompsons
luxury townhouses and condominiums. who live in the immediate neighborhood,
Curtis VP Frank Mazza and Tim Ho- expressed concern about the extra trafc
Leonardtown
tomac River Fisheries Commission to take generally good and the stock of crabs is
care in setting the limits for harvesting neither depleted nor being over-shed, the
crabs for the coming year. decrease in the overall population from
According to a report from the Chesa- 553 million crabs to 445 million in 2017
a t . J u ne 17 peake Bay Partnership (CBP), the latest was a cause for concern.
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2017
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Uptown female blue crabs are above the thresh- Bay Stock Assessment Committee in a
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BRETON BAY population dropped. dance of spawning females from the win-
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Agricultural Development in
have a strong tradition of work-
ing together. Whether it was in
the fields and auction barns of
Southern Maryland
the tobacco era, during the buy-
out, or in rebuilding our agricul-
tural industry, weve progressed
as a community. I look forward
Southern Maryland agriculture has un- government and University of Mary- to seeing what regional farmers,
dergone major transformations in the past land Extension, and also with area farm- agri-businesses, and agricultural
two decades. Across the region, farmers ers so that together, funds can be used support agencies will create with
have transitioned away from the 300 year to strengthen cross county relationships this opportunity, Watson-Hamp-
old tradition of growing tobacco into new and to bolster the entire farming com- ton said.SMADC will hold a The Home Grown FarmMarket LLC in Lexington Park; a previ-
ous project built in part with SMADC Funding
agricultural ventures. With that change has munity.The project application is open pre-deadline meeting for eligible
come new needs; one of them being new to all five counties of Southern Maryland: entities interested in applying application, eligibility requirements and
infrastructure.On June 28th, the South- Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince for the RAP on July 21, 2017 at 9 a.m. at additional information about SMADCs
ern Maryland Agricultural Development Georges and St. Marys. Project funds the SMECO Auditorium in Hughesville, Regional Agriculture Project is available
Commission (SMADC) announced a new are intended to benefit the existing agri- Maryland. The deadline to apply for the on the Farm Resources/Grants page at
program called the Regional Agricultural culture community and create seed money RAP is September 29, 2017 at 4 p.m. EST. www.smadc.com or by calling (301) 274
Project (RAP), which is poised to meet that for agriculture-related projects needed in Notification of grant recipients will be -1922,extension 1.
need.Weve listened to the feedback those counties. Each county may request made by October 31, 2017 and funds will From SMADC Press Release
from the agriculture community and un- between $20,000 to $25,000 for a specific be dispersed by December 1, 2017.The
derstand that one of the things they need is project. Examples of projects may include
State Insurance Experts Coming to St. Marys
new infrastructure, said Shelby Watson- a commercial kitchen, farmers market,
Hampton, Director of SMADC, which meat lockers, cold storage, etc. Ineligible
is a division of the Tri-County Council project examples include, but are not lim- The Maryland Insurance Administra- tions primaryresponsibilityis to protect
for Southern Maryland. As farming has ited to: one-time events, marketing and tion, a state regulatory agency, will offer a Maryland consumers and a part of that is
changed in Southern Maryland, so have promotion, plant stock, livestock, etc.( variety of consumer materials on all types providing education and letting them know
the requirements to support the growth Only one application per county may of insurance products from annuities to title we arehere to help, says Al Redmer, Jr.,
of the agricultural industry.RAP is be submitted with one of the following en- insurance and health, auto and homeowners Maryland Insurance Commissioner. In or-
designed to further SMADCs mission to tities taking the lead: a county Farm Bu- insurance. Trained staff will be available in der to achieve this goal, we need to meet our
support farms, farmers, and the future of reau, Soil Conservation District, Econom- St. Marys County in July to answer con- consumers where they live, work and play.
agriculture in Southern Maryland.The ic Development or county government sumer questions at the following locations: Thats why our representatives spend so
intended purpose of this project is to cre- office, or University of Maryland Exten- July 12, 2017 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at St. Marys many hours meeting with residents across
ate economic viability for farmers and to sion. Applications must be accompanied College of Maryland Michael P. OBrien Maryland. Each community is different and
foster region-wide collaboration in order by letters of support from the other county ARC St. Marys College of Maryland we learn a great deal through face-to-face
to enhance and sustain Southern Mary- organizations and agencies as evidence Wellness Fair, 18952 E. Fisher Road, St. communication.
lands agricultural economy. SMADC of consensus and collaboration. Counties Marys City, MD. A schedule of agency outreach activities
encourages everyone to work together on may also choose to combine their applica- July 28, 2017 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Motor and consumer materials are available on our
this grant on multiple levels-- within the tions and funding requests for a collab- Vehicle Administration, 27351 Point Look- website, www.maryland.insurance.gov as
county Farm Bureau, Soil Conservation orative project.I believe the region has out Road, Leonardtown, MD. well as by request and at various commu-
here
District, Economic Development/county a cohesiveness that will lend itself well The Maryland Insurance Administra- nity events.
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ects happening across the state this sum- mary construction of the Spine Road over-
mer has reached a construction milestone. pass, which will connect two new service
The $55.7 million project at the MD 5 roads on each side of Branch Avenue.
(Branch Avenue) interchange with MD Once the MD 5 interchange project opens
373 (Accokeek Road) and MD 381 (Bran- to trafc in summer 2019, motorists will BEE BALM BLACK-EYED SUSAN PURPLE CONEFLOWER COREOPSIS
dywine Road) in Brandywine began last enjoy a safer, more efcient ride on Branch
summer and is now one-third complete Avenue in southern Prince Georges Coun-
with construction of the Spine Road over-
pass underway.
ty. Area commuters also will have a new
247-space ridesharing lot as an additional
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Prosecutors in the murder trial of Patrick testied that a neighbor knocked on his
Henry Bush say that he killed Cecilia Dar- door to tell him about the confrontation that
lene Stubbs July 5 of last year over a loan to morning.
his alleged victim. He stepped out of the house to nd his
He killed her in her own yard over mother lying stabbed and bleeding on her
$2,500, said Assistant States Attorney front lawn, Pendleton testied.
Buffy Giddens, explaining that the defen- He testied that he knew Bush through
dant had been in a relationship with the de- his mothers relationship with the defendant
ceased and had come to collect his money but that it was not a healthy one and was
after several attempts to contact her at her fraught with conict.
home on Windsor Drive in Lexington Park. It wasnt a good relationship in my eyes,
OWN FOR LESS THAN $1300 MONTH!! He wanted that money back. Pendleton said, recounting that on several
WHY RENT?? Giddens further told Judge David Dens- occasions Bush had left messages for Stubbs
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Pendleton said his recollection was that he
saw Bush grab his mother and that he picked
Steve Atkocius MANY HOMES IN T[with her own car.] up a nearby chair as a weapon to defend her.
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Rprove their case beyond a reasonable doubt,
Bush said. In this trial there will be more
her death.
Ali testied that she was run over on her
LAW OFFICE OF Iquestions than answers.
Dominic Jamar Pendleton, the victims
legs and the middle portion of her back.
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9Staff Writer
, derOnwasthetodaybegin,
his trial for rst-degree mur-
Patrick Henry Bush in-
hension soon after the alleged murder, text
messages the prosecution alleges were sent
9stead found himself in front of Circuit Court to an associate of Bushs after the murder
Judge David Densford asking to ensure that and pictures of the crime scene as well as
0prosecutors had given him all of the eviden- physical evidence.
tiary discovery due him since he was now One text message in the discovery, read
0defending himself in court. by Densford in court, was to be used by the
He is accused of the stabbing death of Ce- prosecution, Giddens said, to prove Bushs
cilia Darlene Stubbs as she was leaving her consciousness of guilt.
Lexington Park home July 5 of last year; he Is Darlene talking [expletive deleted],
is also alleged to have stolen her car after the I got the last laugh on her, Densford read
deadly assault and used it to run her over in from a copy of the text message.
her own yard. Bushs case will not go before a jury, rath-
Bush, for the second time in the nearly er it will be heard solely by Densford.
year-long wait to have his case come to trial, The states going to have to connect it
dismissed his public defense team just days up, he said of the text messages importance
before the trial was to begin Monday. to the prosecutions case.
Assistant States Attorney Buffy Gid- The prosecution was concerned that the
dens told the court that all the evidence they alleged murder weapon, a knife found in the
planned to bring to trial, which was reset for car Bush was driving when he was arrested,
Tuesday, had been provided to Bush. would be in his reach as part of the discov-
Ive seen more in three days than Ive ery and his right to observe all evidence and
seen in 12 months, Bush told Densford dur- cross-examine witnesses.
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PHONE: 301-475-5150 FAX: 301-475-6909 That evidence included interviews be-
tween Bush and detectives after his appre- guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Local Winery
Gets Its Own
Grape Vines
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Since the Port of Leonardtown Winery which should help to improve the ambi-
opened about eight years ago, the coop- ance there.
erative that runs it has always wanted to Theres lots of room for improvement
have vines growing on the property that out there, said Zimmerman.
sits just astride McIntosh Run, said the Town Administrator Laschelle McK-
chief wine maker Lauren Zimmerman. ay said the town had an interest in the
Now they have their wish, and Zim- winery succeeding.
merman said the winery is now starting Its been in the works for a long time
to have a look and feel just like others and it really completes the park, she
of its kind. said of the improvements. Itll draw a
We finally got our own vines, she lot more interest in the winery.
told The County Times. For a long time We just want to see it be successful.
people thought we must have imported As the winery has grown and matured
our grapes because we didnt have them. so has their product.
The winery uses 100 percent of its Zimmerman said that several new
grapes from the Southern Maryland tri- wines produced there have just been
county region. awarded double gold medals at a tasting
Zimmerman said the addition of the event, adding to the top awards the win-
young vines was one of the key elements erys vintages received last year.
to making the town winery reach its full
2017 unties potential.
The wines now available for sale are
divided between their premium, black
Two Co r ice
Senior
wP
When people come to a winery they label wines and their swirl brand,
One Lo want the full experience, she said. which Zimmerman called more of an
Having our own vines is part of that. everyday wine.
The new vines, freshly planted and
Southern The new vines are too small and
Living
coming originally from up-state New young to produce grapes for local wines,
Maryland York, are just part of the facelift the
winery has received this summer.
she said, but in three or four years they
should bear fruit worthy to be used at
The winery received money from the the Port of Leonardtown.
town for new picnic tables and an exten- For now she said she is focusing on
sion of the patio where sampling of the caring for the new vines, particularly
winerys vintages is allowed, even in from birds, deer and other animals that
theopen. would go after their fruit.
Zimmerman said the patio expansion Im excited to take care of the vines,
at the winery was as much of a necessity she said. Theyll be our showcase vines.
as it was a desirable addition. Every leaf will be in the right place.
We were so busy on the weekends But with the current influx of custom-
you couldnt get a seat, she said. Now ers and the new visitors she anticipates
that we have the vines were the best pa- will come to see the improvements there,
tio in town. the grapes coming in on the young vines
The winery is now open seven days a might prove to be a temptation some are
week throughout the year, she said, with unable to ignore.
musical events often being some of the These grapes will be way more fla-
most popular attractions. vorful than table grapes, they have a
July 13th
Live music is available every Satur- much higher sugar content, Zimmer-
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In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.
William Bill Gordon Lucy Mae Hanson passed away in October 1998. She was also George Edward Spalding
Lucy Mae Han- preceded in death by her siblings: Bob Nel- George Edward
Gillingham son, 87, of Valley son (Phyllis); Judge James E. Nelson; and Ed Spalding 81, of
William Bill Nelson; and her grandson, James M. Berkin.
Gordon Gilling- Lee, MD passed Hollywood, MD,
away on June 24, Ruth is survived by her two children, died June 22nd.,
ham, 97, of Cle- son, Randy Johnson (Susan) of Florida; and
ments, passed 2017 in Leonard- 2017 at St. Marys
town, MD. Born daughter, Shirley Berkin (Michael) of Mary- Hospital in Leon-
away on June 21, land. She is also survived by grandchildren,
2017 in Charlotte on May 17, 1930 ardtown, MD.
in Valley Lee, Amanda Small (Daniel); Sarah Berkin; and George was born
Hall Veterans Matthew Berkin; her sister-in-law, Rae Nel-
Home Charlotte MD she was the on December 29th,
daughter of the son; sister-in-law, Ellie Lowry (Wally); and 1935 to Elizabeth
Hall, MD. Born several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
on July 17, 1919 late William Jen- Claire Thomp-
nings and Myrtle Always an excellent student, Ruth gradu- son Spalding and
in Baltimore, MD, ated as salutatorian from Ashland High
he was the son of Hewitt Russell. Lucy was the loving wife of Francis Xavier Spalding. He was the loving
the late Norris Orville Hanson, whom she School in 1944. She then moved to Mary- husband of Barbara Hayden Spalding and
the late William R. And Helen Irene Gill- land and worked for the Treasury Depart-
ingham. Bill was the loving husband of the married on June 30, 1951, in NAS Patuxent stepfather to Bill Hayden and Linda Black-
River, MD, and who preceded her in death ment in Washington, DC. During this time, well. He also had 6 grandchildren, 4 great-
late Nora Gillingham, whom he married on she attended Georgetown University. Ruth
October 30, 1947 and who preceded him in on March 2, 1993. Lucy is survived by her grandchildren and his dog, Abbie. In addi-
children: Jimmy and Brenda Hanson of Val- eventually attended Ohio University in Ath- tion to his parents, he was pre-deceased by
death on January 21, 1993. Bill is survived ens, OH where she earned a Bachelor of
by his children: Dorothy I. Morgan (Lewis) ley Lee, MD, Janice and Ken Semans of his siblings, James Spalding, Bunny Spald-
Valley Lee, MD, Marvin and Sheila Hanson Science degree in Business in 1948. During ing, Sam Spalding Sr., Sonny Spalding, and
of Clements, MD, Ronald Gillingham of high school and college, she enjoyed playing
Cape Coral, FL, MaryLou Collins (Joe) of of Lexington Park, MD, Nancy and George Helen Mattingly. He is survived by his sis-
Starks of Valley Lee, MD, Lucy Myers of piano, viola and clarinet (rst chair) in her ters, Kitty-Ann Spalding, Betty-Jo Abell,
Shelby, NC, Betty Miller of Elliocott City, school band and orchestra. After graduation,
MD, and Doris McGill of West Union, WV, Valley Lee, MD, 9 grandchildren, 13 great Sue Miedzinski, and Mary Jean Cooper.
grandchildren. She was a lifelong St. Marys she worked as an editor and a reporter for George joined the National Guard in 1953 and
10 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchil- McGraw-Hill Publishing in Cleveland until
dren. Siblings; Ethel Wiley of Annapolis, County, MD resident and attended St. Mi- later went to work for the federal government
chaels Catholic School Ridge, MD. She her marriage. where he worked in the plumbing depart-
MD, Laurence E. Gillingham of Aspers, A loving mother, Ruth devoted herself to
PA, and Don Gillingham of Onancock, VA. was preceded in death by her sibling: Wil- ment. He retired from the government and
liam Francis Russell, Joseph Benjamin Rus- raising her children. Due to her husbands worked at Compliance Corporation for a few
He was preceded in death by his daughter job, she and her family resided in Ohio,
Nancy Barth, siblings: Bucky Gillingham, sell, James Lloyd Russell, and Robert Earl years and ultimately worked at the St. Marys
(Puggy) Russell. Lucy was the Post Master Illinois, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and County Landll where he enjoyed seeing
Maurice Gilllingham, and Grover Gilling- Georgia.
ham. He moved from Baltimore, MD in for the United States Postal Ofce in Val- folks from the community and catching up
ley Lee, MD for 23 years, retiring on May Ruth was very active and played both and swapping stories. He loved farming,
1954 to St. Marys County, MD. Bill was a golf and tennis. She traveled extensively
farmer as well as a Body Mechanic for Bell 3, 1991. hunting, shing, crabbing, and all the things
Lucy was a lifetime member of the Sec- and made trips with her husband to all fty a St. Marys County native truly enjoys. One
Motor Company, retiring after 30 years. He states; touring Alaska, Hawaii, and New
served in the United States Army from April ond District Volunteer Fire Department and of his favorite pasttimes was visiting with
Rescue Squad Auxiliary serving over 60 England several times. Ruth visited most of the boys for coffee on Saturday mornings at
19, 1941 to October 29, 1945. While in the Europe, Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Pana-
United States Army he served during World years and holding all ofces. the Moose Lodge and discussing the latest
The family will receive friends on Thurs- ma, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, NASCAR race, baseball, or football game es-
War, II, earning the Purple Heart, Good Singapore, Thailand, and Hong Kong. She
Conduct Medal, Bravery Under Fire Medal, day, June 29, 2017 from 5:00 PM 8:00 PM pecially if there was a small wager involved!
with prayers recited at 7:00 PM followed and her husband took numerous cruises and In lieu of owers, memorial contributions
.30 Caliber Machine Gun Expert Medal, and also were fond of taking their sailboat to
.50 Caliber Machine Gun Expert Medal. by Second District Fire Department and may be made to: Hollywood Volunteer Res-
Rescue Squad Auxiliary prayers at 7:15PM Lake Lanier in Georgia. cue Squad, 23469 Rescue Lane, Hollywood,
Bill was a member of the Veterans of For- Ruth loved being around others and fre-
eign Wars, In addition, he loved planting, to in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home MD 20636 or St. Johns Church, 43950 St.
Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will quently hosted bridge parties and gourmet Johns Road, Hollywood, MD 20636.
watch things grow, gardening, and being on dinners. She enjoyed shopping and nding
his tractor. be held on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 10:00 AM Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-
in St. Georges Episcopal Church Valley a good deal. Later in life, she was a success- Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
The family will receive friends on Thurs- ful real estate agent and she volunteered for
day, June 29, 2017 from 9:00 to 10:00 AM Lee, MD with Reverend Gregory Syler of-
10 years at the Northside Hospital Forsyth
in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home ciating. Interment will follow in the church
cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Eric Brown, in Cumming, GA. Ruth was a faithful mem- Ralph Victor Hill
Leonardtown, MD, where a Funeral Ser- ber of the Cumming First United Methodist Ralph Victor
vice will be held at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Matthew Hanson, Randy Mattingly, Blair Hill, 71, passed
Swann, Jason Hostetler, and Timothy Reese. Church.
Home Chapel with Pastor Ruth Dixon ofci- For the past six years, Ruth lived with her away peacefully
ating. Interment will follow in First Saints Honorary Pallbearer will be Mike Roberts. surrounded by
Contributions may be made to the Second daughter and son-in-law in Drayden, MD.
Community Church Cemetery Leonard- She enjoyed attending her grandsons soccer his loved ones at
town, MD. Pallbearers will be: Dylan Mc- District Vol. Fire Department and Rescue his residence in
Squad P.O. Box 1 Valley Lee, MD 20692. games, watching football on TV, and play-
Mahan, Kevin Gillingham, Mark Gilling- ing gin rummy with her family. She also Mechan icsville
ham, Andy Martinez, Greg Gillingham, Arrangements provided by the Matting- on June 10, 2017.
ley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonard- took great pleasure in going to restaurants,
and Kyle Gillingham. Honorary Pallbearers: especially Rivers Edge at NAS Patuxent Ralph was born
Thomas W. Lodarczyk, and Joe Goins. town, MD. to John Cornelius
River, MD. Ruth will always be remem-
Contributions may be made to the Char- bered for her exuberant personality and Hill and Katie Ma-
lotte Hall Veterans Home 29449 Charlotte Ruth Elaine (Nelson) cheerful laugh. She greeted each day with rie Buckler Hill in
Hall Road Charlotte Hall, MD 20622, and Johnson a smile and spread joy to everyone she met. Hughesville.
Hospice of St. Marys P.O. Box 625 Leonar- Ruth Elaine Memorial donations can be made in He enjoyed family trips to Disney World
dtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided (Nelson) Johnson, Ruths name to Hospice of St. Marys, P. O. and working on classic cars in his garage. He
by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, 90, of Drayden, Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. attended many car shows and loved cruising
P.A. Leonardtown, MD. MD, passed away Condolences to the family may be made at in his old classic cars and trucks.
peacefully on May www.brinseldfuneral.com. His greatest joy however was spending
12, 2017 at Hos- Arrangements by the Brinseld Funeral time with his friends and family.
pice of St. Marys Home, P.A. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna
in Callaway, MD, Hill; daughters, Christy Hill (John Gallagher)
surrounded by her and Teresa Guy (Richard Guy); his step-sons
loving family. Steven Wood (Tracy Sidney) and Kevin Wal-
Born on July 25, dow (Anita Waldow); 10 grandchildren and
1926 in Ashland, eight grandchildren. He is preceded in death
OH, Ruth was the daughter of the late Vic- by his brothers, James Elmer Hill, John
tor E. Nelson and the late Rose F. Nelson, Dick Hill and James Pete Hill; sisters,
and the stepdaughter of the late Martha Nel- Mary Alice Stasch and Thelma Hill.
son. She was the wife of Philip L. Johnson, Memorial donations may be made to: Hos-
whom she married in May 1956 and who pice of St. Marys P.O. Box 625, Leonard-
town, MD 20650.
Thursday, June 29, 2017 The County Times Legal & Letters 19
Legal Notice
IN THE MATTER OF ANN LOESLEIN
FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ANA LOESLEIN
The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which To benet the family of Sgt. Nolan Scully
she seeks to change her name from ANN LOESLEIN to ANA LOESLEIN. The
petitioner is seeking a name change because: and Mother Catherines Academy
I have used this name for most of my life. The majority of documents reflect the
requested name.
Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 6th day ofAu- At the st. marys county fairgrounds
gust, 2017. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and served upon the
Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 1-321. Failure to file an objection
or affidavit within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the
granting of the relief sought. Sat. July 1, 2017
8am to 4pm
A copy of this Notice shall be published one time in a newspaper of
general circulation in the county at least fifteen (15) days before the deadline to
file an objection.
NARFE Swearing In
missions have also found homes. the Southern Maryland Heritage Area.
Ms. Wescoes design depicts everything The Lexington Park library is addition-
from an Amish buggy, crabs, and jelly sh to ally supporting two of the design submis-
the cutting-edge aircraft from Pax River and sions. One appears on the recently opened
the sweeping Thomas Johnson Bridge con- Little Free Pantry sponsored by the MOMS
necting St. Marys and Calvert counties. The Club of St. Marys County and located at the
mural follows her designs dramatic black Lexington Park library. A second submis-
and white portrayal of Lexington Park and sion will become a public art display inside
its surrounds. the library.
A two-week urry of activity by local Leonardtowns Benjamin Moore, Dysons
artists and a wide array of community vol- Building Center, and Lexington Park Sher-
unteers reproduced the design on the rear of win Williams stores donated the necessary
Bank Square Building, beginning with the supplies. Cooperation and support from
nighttime projection and tracing of the de- Stevens Construction, Essex South, Earley
sign on the prepped cinderblock wall. Properties, and Mr. Tire made production of
The 15-foot by 50-foot mural is visible the mural possible.
from the busy Great Mills Road intersection, In its efforts to bring art into Lexing-
two blocks south of NAS Patuxent Rivers ton Park as a revitalization tool, St. Marys
Gate 2. But already it has drawn patrons off CDC continues to seek additional public
the road and into Mr. Tires parking lot to art productions and is working to create an
take a closer look and to take pictures with ArtsPark from a vacant 35 acres next to the
the mural as backdrop. Lexington Park Post Ofce on Coral Drive.
St. Marys College Professor Carrie Patter- For more information on public art in Lex-
sons Public Art Class both opened the urry ington Park contact Viki Volk, President, St.
of activity with the tracing and helped put Marys CDC, viki.volk@md.metrocast.net
the nishes touches on the mural two weeks or voice mail at 301-863-7700.
later. Roz Racanello, CDCs ArtsPark proj-
ect manager, was the primary artist transfer- From Viki Volk, Community
Development Corporation National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) St. Marys County Chapter 969 held a swearing
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Its a natural fit, said Superintendent dence Day Celebration on July 1, 2017. All the intersections on Three Notch
signed an agreement with several communi- of St. Marys County Public Schools Scott Residents can expect traffic delays, heavy Rd. (MD-235) Starting from Joy Ln. to
ty partners June 23 that is designed to better Smith. Smith said the school systems goal is pedestrian, and motor vehicle traffic, as Dean Lumber Company will be closed.
prepare local business students for contract- for all its graduates to be college- or career- well as multiple lane closures in the area. Vehicles must remain either northbound
ing work at the Naval Air Systems Com- ready, and the newly established pathway The delays are expected from approxi- or southbound on Three Notch Rd (MD-
mand (NAVAIR), located at Patuxent River provides that for St. Marys County students. mately 4 p.m. until 11 p.m. 235) until Jones Wharf Rd. or St. Johns
Naval Air Station. In addition, the relationship between the The following road and lane closures Rd. Those intersections are Three Notch
St. Marys County Public Schools, Uni- three educational institutions and NAVAIR are: Rd. (MD-235) at Joy Ln., Three Notch
versity of Maryland University College and provides an excellent academic program for Three Notch Rd. (MD-235) from Old Rd. (MD-235) just north of The Center for
NAVAIR will be working with CSM to tailor business students and all at a cost much low- Three Notch Rd. to Hollywood Rd. (MD- Life Enrichment, Three Notch Rd. (MD-
business education to ensure that local busi- er than spending all four years at a university 245) will be shut down to one lane traffic 235) at Old Three Notch Rd., Three Notch
ness students are trained and ready for NA- located outside the region, Smith said. both northbound and southbound. Rd. (MD-235) at the Hollywood Volunteer
VAIR internships and jobs. I am thrilled, said Cindy Baden, lead Old Three Notch Rd from Three Notch Fire Department, Three Notch Rd. (MD-
Its all about workforce development, teacher for the St. Marys County Schools Rd. (MD-235) to Sotterley Rd. will be shut 235) at Hollywood Rd. (MD-245), Three
said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried. Academy of Finance at Chopticon. Its re- down for through traffic. Notch Rd. (MD-235) at the Northern en-
These are people who want to live in South- ally going to be a great selling point. Baden Vista Rd. At Old Three Notch Rd. will trance to Mervell Dean Rd, and Three
ern Maryland. This is where their ties are. noted that the academy already has a re- be shut down for through traffic. All ve- Notch Rd. (MD-235) at the Dean Lumber
This agreement provides a pathway that lationship with Patuxent River Naval Air hicles heading west on Vista Rd. Towards Company.
will have a tangible impact on Southern Station, with her students visiting the base Three Notch Rd. (MD-235) will have to The St. Marys County Sheriffs Office
Maryland. on field trips and the school hosting guest take Old Three Notch Rd. to Sotterley Rd. and Hollywood Volunteer Fire Depart-
Because of the agreement, students start- speakers from the base. This agreement Sotterley Rd. from Three Notch Rd. ment encourages residents to use extra
ing out in the St. Marys County Public strengthens that relationship, shesaid. (MD-235) to Old Three Notch Rd. will be caution if traveling in the area and thanks
Schools Academy of Finance, located at It is a pathway business career program closed for through traffic. residents for their patience.
Chopticon High School in Morganza, will designed to address a NAVAIR need and Vehicles entering Three Notch Rd. For more information about the event or
have an educational pathway they can fol- puts the students in a position to be eligible (MD-235) from Sotterley Rd. will be questions, visit www.HVFD7.com.
low that will take them from Chopticon to for employment, said CSM Director of the forced to go northbound on Three Notch
Rd. (MD-235). From Jennifer Stone, Sheriffs Office PIO
CSM to UMUC. Upon graduation, they will Nonprofit Institute Barbara Ives, who helped
have earned a bachelors degree in business create the agreement. Vehicles entering Three Notch Rd.
administration or management with a minor UMUC President Javier Miyares noted (MD-235) from Hollywood Rd. (MD-245)
in contract management and acquisition, and that CSM works closely with UMUC in
they will be uniquely trained for NAVAIRs many similar agreements and the partner-
needs. The agreement also assures the effi- ship works well. Our students ultimately
cient transfer of students between colleges, want a job at the end of the journey, Miyares
including transfer of credit, admissions and said. This is a program that can help them
financial aid and scholarships. achieve their goal. Its also a program that
Many in the community are aware of Pax can be a model for the nation.
Rivers continuing need for engineers, said
NAVAIR SES 2.0 James Meade. However,
Miyares also commended the planned
pathway for the business students because
Sell it - Buy it
the base has another, less well-known staff-
ing deficit. We have a tremendous need for
it allows them to earn their associate degree
during the process. If anything in life hap-
atBuy it at
Sell It,
great business people. We want to bring more pens that keeps them from completing their
local folks on board. He noted that NAVAIR bachelors degree immediately, CSM gradu-
AUCTION
at Pax River is an acquisition command and ates will have that associate degree, which Business & Inventory Personal Property/Estates
his office handles $35 billion in contracts an- puts them a step ahead of those without, he Farm Equipment & Machinery Livestock Storage
nually, a task that requires plenty of savvy said.
business people. From Susan Craton, Media Units Benefits/Fundraisers Appraisals
Coordinator, CSM
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National Auctioneers Association (NAA)
Conference and Show
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July 11 15, 2017 Columbus, Ohio
www.FarrellAuctionService.com
The future of the areas agriculture took place June 23-25 at the annual SMILE (Southern Maryland
Invitational Livestock Expo) at the St. Marys County Fairgrounds. Young people competed in showing 301.904.3402
swine, dairy and meat goats and cows, cavy/rabbits, and sheep.
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Community Calendar To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email zach@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
schedule. During Code Green Fridays, Bingo Every Saturday Mother Cath- Free Line Dance Lessons
Month Long the fitness centers and pools remain open erine Academy Last Drop Country Bar
CSM Kids and Teen College until 5 p.m. at the La Plata and Leonar- 33883 Chaptico Road Mechanicsville MD 23955 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD
College of Southern Maryland: La Pla- dtown campuses. The Prince Frederick 20659 20636
ta, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick Campus fitness center operating hours 6:30 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
campuses stay the same over the summer. For more Regular Games start at 7:00 pm. $10 ad- Free beginner and intermediate line dance
9:00 AM 4:00 PM information please visit http://www.csmd. mission (includes one regular book). lessons. If you can count to 8... You can
A program of enrichment opportunities edu/about/environmental-sustainability/ Progressive Money Ball! Door prizes. line dance.
designed to expand a students idea of what code-green/. Concessions: Weekly specials along with
is possible. Approximately 300 classes are regulars Pizza, Cheeseburgers, Hamburg-
offered morning and afternoons over eight Comedy & Karaoke for a Cause ers, Hot dogs and French Fries. Pull Tabs Thursday, July 6
weeks at all CSM campuses. Extended day Martinis Restaurant & Lounge $1000.00 payouts with some having mul-
10553 Theodore Green Blvd., White tiple winners. Down lines and 3 Balls! $50 High Voltage Quarter Auction
child care available from 7 - 9 a.m. and Location to be determined
4 6 p.m. For more information please Plains, MD 20695 Early Birds, either/or blackout $100.00.
7:00 PM $100 Regular Games, Specials Guaran- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
visit www.csmd.edu/programs-cours- Cost is $5 and you will get 2 paddles.
es/non-credit/youth-family-programs/ Dont miss this opportunity to have a great teed $200.00, Quickie $100.00 Bonanza
time! Join us at Martinis Restaurant & 54# or less $500.00 Consolation $100.00 Lots of vendors (which may change) but
kids-and-teen-college. to include:
Lounge in White Plains, Maryland as we Jackpot in 54 numbers or less $1000 (Pro-
enjoy various comedians and end the eve- gressive$200 added each week). Conso- Miche, Style Dots, Signature Homestyles,
Sight & Sound: Jonah Scentsy, Tupperware, Pink Zebra, Taste-
Lancaster, PA ning with a little karaoke. Doors open at 7 lation $500.00 Winner Take All Special.
PM, comedy starts at 8 PM with karaoke Call 301-884-3165 for more information fully Simple, Tasty Creations by Beth,
300 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks, PA Pampered Chef, Longaberger, Thirty One,
17572 following the show. Come early for din- Visit our website www.mothercatherine.
ner. Money generated from ticket and food org for Jackpot and Moneyball update. Partylite, Avon, Origami Owl and maybe
3:00 PM others. You bid two three or four quarters
Friday, October 13, 2017 buses will depar- sales benefit Spring Dells programs for
people with disabilities. Adult Material. and have the opportunity to win items at a
ture from Burlington Coat Factory in Wal-
dorf, MD to head to Lancaster, PA at 8:00 Must be 21+ to attend. Purchase tickets for Sunday, July 2 fraction of the cost of the items from the
vendors. For more information please con-
a.m. Trip includes a catered breakfast by $25 each at bit.ly/SDCComedy-Karaoke.
Keepers Quarters OPEN tact Sherri at High Voltage Quarter Auc-
Waldorf Chick-fil-A, the play, lunch, and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and His- tions either by calling 703-615-2823 or
transportation.
Cost: $160.00 Saturday, July 1 toric Park
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
highvoltagequarterauctions@gmail.com.
July 27, 2017- initial deposit $50.00 (ini- Seasonal Farmers Market Come join our tours on the 1st Saturday HVFDs Annual Carnival!
tial deposit is non-refundable), August 27, Historic Sotterley and Sunday of each month and you will be Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
2017- 2nd deposit $50.00, September 27, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD treated to a special viewing of the Keep- 7:00 PM
2017- Final deposit $60.00 20636 ers Quarters! Museum hours: 10:00 am to Featured will be food, rides, and games.
For more information please contact 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 5:00 pm. Adults-$7.00, Seniors, Military Unlimited rides every night for $10.00,
Kathy Adams at 301-254-7903, or Shirley Check sotterley.org for details. w/ID, students-$3.50, Kids 5 and under or tickets may be purchased separately.
Sewell at 240-350-2878. Free. Call 301-994-1471 with questions. Free nightly prizes (must be present to
Craft Guild Shop Outdoor Bazaar win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages
Tour Thomas Stone National Historic Site 26005 Pt. Lookout Rd. (Rt. 5, next to MD CSM Summer Concerts on the Lawn 12 and under (must be present to win). A
6655 Rose Hill Road, Port Tobacco, MD Antique Ctr.), Leonardtown, MD College of Southern Maryland, Leonard- Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled
20677 9:00 AM 3:00 PM town Campus, Great Lawn the last night of the carnival. Owned and
Thursday - Sunday 10:00 AM This event is open to crafters, artists, an- 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown operated by HVFD. For more information
The National Park Service invites you to tique dealers, flea market, garden and food 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM please visit www.hvfd7.com.
learn the secrets of the Declaration of In- vendors. Vendors must bring their own ta- The Dixie Power Trio with the New Line
dependence at the home of one of Mary- bles, chairs and tents. Inside, you can shop Brass will play blues, jazz, Dixieland and Am. Legion Post 221 Meeting
lands signers. Activities include:Free from a variety of unique, handcrafted other American styles in honor of Inde- AL Post 221
tours of Thomas Stones house are nor- items, including our new spring selections pendence Day. This concert is made possi- 21690 Colton Point Rd; Avenue, MD
mally given on demand. Watch a film and and fresh baked goods. For space reser- ble in part through support from the CSM 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
explore the exhibits in the Visitor Cen- vation and additional information, please Foundation. Free. For more information American Legion Post 221 invites all ac-
ter. Hike over two miles of trails through call 301-997-1644. please visit www.csmd.edu/Arts, or call tive duty personnel and veterans to join us
forests and fields, while passing historic 301-934-7828. for our monthly meeting. Visit our website
plantation buildings and the Stone Fam- Keepers Quarters OPEN at www.alpost221.webs.com/ or e-mail us
ily Cemetery. Complete an assortment of
Junior Ranger activities to earn badges,
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and His- Tuesday, July 4 at alpost221@aol.com. Call (301) 884-
toric Park 4071 for more information. Tell them you
certificates, and other prizes.Collect seven 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM CSM Closed saw the announcement on the SoMd Inter-
different National Park Passport Stamps. Come join our tours on the 1st Saturday College of Southern Maryland, All net Calendar
Purchase books and souvenirs in the gift and Sunday of each month and you will be Campuses
shop. treated to a special viewing of the Keep- CSM will be closed for Independence
ers Quarters! Museum hours: 10:00 am to Day. For more information please visit
Registration for 4th Annual Craft Fair 5:00 pm. Adults-$7.00, Seniors, Military http://www.csmd.edu/calendar/.
Begins July 10 w/ID, students-$3.50, Kids 5 and under
Craft Fair to be held Saturday, November Free. Call 301-994-1471 with questions. Independence Day Celebration
4th. Please email to get Registration form Solomons Island Maryland
to: fralafra93@md.metrocast.net Last Food Truck Corral for the season 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
28585 Three Notch Rd, Mechanicsville, Fireworks are on for Tuesday. Updates on
MD 20659 this page and on our Facebook page www.
Friday, June 30 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM facebook.com/solomonsbusinessassoc/.
CSM Observes Code Green Friday/ Enjoy delicious Food from many Different
Food Trucks from the Southern Maryland
Early Closing.
College of Southern Maryland, All area, this event is hosted by the Mechan- Wednesday, July 5
Campuses icsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, youre LVRSA Ledo Pizza Fundraiser Event
1:30 PM not only enjoying delicious Food, youre Ledo Pizza in Leonardtown, MD
To decrease energy costs during sum- supporting the Rescue Squad, and enjoy- 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
mer months, CSM will close most build- ing Entertainment with seating provided. Support the Leonardtown Volunteer Res-
ings on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. starting May cue Squad Auxiliary (LVRSA) fundraiser.
26 and continuing each Friday through Dine in or Carry Out. Just be sure to let
July 28 except July 7. However, the Chil- your server know you are there to support
drens Learning Center and Teen College the LVRSA fundraiser or write LVRSA
and Public Safety hours and services will on your receipt. Thank you for supporting
not be affected, with these services and our volunteer organization!
classes to be held according to a normal
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M ETA B O L I C T R A I N I N G T O I N C R E A S E M ETA B O L I S M & B U R N FAT M O R E E F F I C I E N T LY !
CHALLENGE
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Hunter Hayes
Performance at St.Leonard Volunteer Fire Department June 24, 2017
Going On
Summer Professional Pokmon Trainers Club In Entertainment
Performances Leonardtown Library will hold
St. Marys County Library has Pokmon Trainers Club on Monday,
July 3 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. for all Cowboy Crossing
free professional performances for 6
weeks this summer! Join us on Mon- ages. Do you have what it takes to be Thursday, June 29 Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
days through July 31 for performances the very best? Bring your games and/ Robbie Kidwell Solomons
and fun for all ages! Charlotte Hall or your cards and prepare to battle Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill, 8:00 PM 12:00 AM
library will hold professional perfor- against other Pokmon trainers! You Solomons www.anglers-seafod.com
mances at 10 a.m. at Margaret Brent can also make some Pokmon buttons 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
Middle School, 29675 Point Lookout to take home, take turns playing a ret- www.anglers-seafood.com Scarlet Plus Entertainment
Rd., Helen, MD 20635. Leonardtown ro Pokmon game, and maybe make Brass Rail Sports Bar
library will hold professional perfor- some friends (or rivals....) along the Ladies Night, Trivia, & Karaoke 8:00 PM - Midnight
mances at 12:30 p.m. at Leonardtown way. No Registration required. Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk Karaoke & DJ
Elementary School, 22885 Duke St., 7:00 PM
Leonardtown, MD 20650. Lexington Preschool Patriotic www.anthonysdunkirk.com
Park library will hold professional Explorers Tuesday, July 4
performances at 3 p.m. at Lexington Charlotte Hall Library will hold Nightcap: Tara & Sean
Park Library. Ben Connelly
Preschool Patriotic Explorers on The Ruddy Duck Brewery,
Monday, July 3 is Scales and Tales. Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
Wednesday, July 5 from 10:30 a.m. to Solomons
Meet real, live birds of prey, snakes, Solomons
11 a.m. This land was made for you 7:30 PM
turtles, and other native animals of 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
and me! Celebrate the US of A with www.ruddyduckbrewery.com
Maryland, and the rangers from the www.anglers-seafood.com
stories, songs, crafts, and activities
Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary who care for ages 3-6. Please register on www. Friday, June 30 Wednesday, July 5
for them. stmalib.org.
No registration or tickets required. Scarlet Plus Entertainment
Wild Card Trivia
Brass Rail Sports Bar
Recommended for ages 3 & up with
their adult caregivers.
LEGO Fun 8:00 PM - Midnight
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
All three branches will hold LEGO Solomons
Karaoke & DJ
Fun this summer! Drop in - We supply 7:00 PM 9:00 PM
Library Closed for the bricks, you bring the imagination! Karaoke
www.anglers-seafood.com
Independence Day Come and build something amazing
All three branches of the St. Marys with our thousands of LEGO and Du-
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
Solomons Thursday, July 6th
County Library will be closed on plo pieces. All ages. No registration. 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Mike Damron
Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Inde- Leonardtown will hold LEGO Fun www.anglers-seafood.com Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill,
pendence Day. All three branches will on Tuesdays, July 11, July 25 and Au- Solomons
be open for regular business hours on
Wednesday, July 5.
gust 8 from 1 4 p.m.
Lexington Park will hold LEGO
Saturday, July 1 7:00 PM 10:00 PM
www.anglers-seafood.com
Fun on Wednesdays, July 5, July 19 David Flood
and August 2 from 2 4 p.m. Morris Point, Abell
Ladies Night, Trivia, & Karaoke
Charlotte Hall will hold LEGO Fun 6:00 PM
Anthonys Bar & Grill, Dunkirk
on Thursdays, July 6, July 20 and Au- www.morris-point.com
7:00 PM
gust 3 from 2 4 p.m. www.anthonysdunkirk.com
Thursday, June 29, 2017 The County Times Calendars 25
Donuts with the Sheriff Senior Farmers Market Health Watch Presentation Welcome to Medicare
The Triad/SALT Council invites you to
have Donuts with the Sheriff! Are you inter-
Nutrition Program Coupon at Loffler The Department of Aging & Human
Services will conduct a Medicare semi-
ested in learning about the St. Marys Coun- Distribution The Lofer Senior Activity Center has
a new volunteer Health Watch Coordina- nar on Wednesday, July 19 at the Garvey
ty Sheriffs Ofce? Do you want to know Eligible participants will receive a to- Senior Activity Center in Leonardtown
tal of $30 in checks, one booklet of six $5 tor! Linda Weintraub will present a differ-
more about issues that affect you? This is ent health topic each month for free. The from 5:00 7:30 pm. Come learn about
an opportunity to ask Assistant Sheriff Mi- checks to be used at designated Farmers what Medicare covers, Medigap policies,
Markets. Distribution will be held on rst one will be on Thursday, July 13 at
chael Merican directly! Join Triad/SALT 10 a.m. and the topic is called Power Your Part D, and more. Call 301-475-4200, ext.
at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, July 12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. *1050 for reservations.
in the Chesapeake Building, 41770 Bal- Brain with Good Food. You will learn that
Friday, June 30, at 9 a.m. Seating will be there is a connection between the quality
dridge Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
limited, so call Community Programs &
Outreach Manager Sarah Miller at 301-475- A limited number of booklets are avail- of food and your ability to reason, think Midsummer Celebration-
4200, ext. *1073, to reserve your seat! able and will be distributed rst come, rst and remember. Also, what foods actually
boost your brain power? Find out by call-
Bring the Grandkids
serve. To qualify, individuals must be age The Midsummer Celebration will be
60 years or above, have a Photo ID which ing 301-475-4200, ext. *1658 or stop by held at the Lofer Senior Activity Center
Flip Flop Wreath indicates proof of St. Marys County resi- the reception desk to secure your place at on Wednesday, July 19 from 12:30 to 2
Celebrate summer and wow your neigh- dency and meet the income limits. A proxy this fun and informative session. p.m. This party is for you and your grand-
bors by making a ip op wreath. Class designation may be completed if a par- children to celebrate together. It features
will be at the Northern Senior Activity
Center on Friday, July 7 from 12:30-1:30
ticipant cannot attend distribution. Proxys Intergenerational Bingo and a sundae bar from Sweet Frog, Karaoke
p.m. This festive piece is simple to make
should obtain the application at the Garvey
Senior Activity Center any day prior to dis-
Burgers by Scarlet Plus Entertainment, plus op-
portunities to create art. Cost is $5 for
and will be sure to add a bold visual impact The second Friday of the month this
tribution. Sending a Proxy to distribution summer are intergenerational bingos at adults and free for children age 12 and
to your front door. Embellish with owers does not guarantee check receipt. To learn under (Maximum 5 free children tickets
and shells, or bring your own accessories the Northern Senior Activity Center! Our
more call the Garvey Senior Activity Cen- remaining two bingos are on Fridays, July per paying adult). This party is limited to
to customize your wreath. The cost is $15 ter at 301-475-4200, ext. *1072. 100 people and tickets are required for ev-
and includes all supplies as well as instruc- 14 and August 11, from 10-11:30 a.m. This
is sure to be a fun bonding time with your ery attendee. Stop by the Lofer Center
tion. To sign up and pay for this class in
advance, please visit the front desk. For Luncheon with Dave Norris school-aged grandchildren. Cost is $2 for to get your tickets before they are gone.
For more information call 301-475-4200,
availability call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101. Local musician Dave Norris will be two cards per person for each date and
at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on there will be both adult and kid-friendly ext. *1658.
Wednesday, July 12, at noon. Come in and prizes. Refreshments will be available.
Yellow Door Art Classes join us for a delicious lunch and wonderful Advance signup is required for both bin- Loffler Luau tickets now on
The Garvey Senior Activity Center is
excited to continue to partner with Yellow
music entertainment. The meal for the day
is pulled pork, deli roll, baked beans, cole-
gos and lunches. A kid-friendly lunch will
also be provided that day of a hamburger
sale
Door Art Studios to offer high quality, low The Lofer Luau, one of our most
slaw, seedless watermelon and pineapple with cheese on a deli roll, lettuce, tomato, memorable summer traditions, is coming
cost art instruction. Come join us and take juice. Reservations are required and can be onion, baked beans, coleslaw, seedless wa-
home a beautiful piece of art! On Monday, up on July 27. Tickets are available now
made by calling the Garvey Senior Activ- termelon, and a brownie for dessert. Lunch for $10. Dance to the music of favorite DJ
July 10, at 1:30 p.m., Yellow Door will as- ity Center at 301-475-4200, ext. *1050. is a donation from seniors 60 and older; $6
sist you to paint an anchor on a piece of Mean Gene; enjoy a feast t for a tropical
for others made the day of the event. Lunch island party catered by Mission Barbe-
reclaimed wood. The cost for these class-
es is $15 a person; payment due at the History Video at Loffler may be reserved for school-aged grand-
children. To sign up and pay for this event
cue and wear your favorite tropical garb
time of reservation. Call the Garvey Se- On Wednesday July 12 at 10 a.m. there (well supply the lei). Most important of
will be a free showing at the Lofer Se- in advance, please visit the front desk. For all- bring your best party mood! A lim-
nior Activity Center at 301-475-4200, ext. availability call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
*1050 for more information. nior Activity Center of the video Ancient ited number of tickets are available on a
Computer. This feature showcases an rst come, rst served basis. Stop by the
Tai Chi at Northern unpromising lump of metal found in a Lofflers Monthly Craft reception desk during regular hours to
The Northern Senior Activity Center will
2,000-year-old shipwreck that turns out to
be an extraordinary treasure: the worlds
Coming Up get your ticket. Questions? Call 301-475-
4200, ext. *1658.
have a Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Preven- Now that garden season is in full swing,
rst computer. NOVA follows the inge- its a good time to start drying herbs, or, if
tion series. This evidence-based program nious detective work that painstakingly
is designed to help reduce pain, improve you prefer, owers. How about coming to
discovered the truth about the ancient the Lofer Senior Activity Center on Fri-
balance, and promote total body wellness. Greek device: it was an astonishingly
This series is a 6-week workshop on Tues- day, July 14 at 10 a.m. to make an attractive
sophisticated astronomical calculator plaque that uses clothes pins from which to
days, July 11 to Aug. 15, from 10-10:45 a.m. and eclipse predictor, unrivaled until the
Classes are progressive. Attendance for all hang your herbs upside down so that they
era of modern science and believed to be can dry nicely? You can then put this ador-
6 classes is important to receive the maxi- from the workshop of Archimedes. Regis-
mum benet from the class. Space is limited; able and useful piece of dcor right on a wall
ter for this video by calling 301-475-4200, for easy access. Call 301-475-4200, ext.
members must sign up in advance. To sign up ext. *1658, or stop by the reception desk
for this free workshop please visit the signup *1658 or stop by the reception desk to get
to sign up. Seating is limited. in on the fun. Pre-registration is required.
table or call 301-475-4200, ext. *3103.
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Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to Independence Day
I A T C R P O T I
Kid'S Corner
13. Bollywood 44. Nothing 6. An air cavity within 42. Mars Excursion
director Prawaal 45. Fathers a bone Module
14. Body part 46. Siesta 7. Relaxing places 43. Abnormal rattling
15. Ancient Greek 48. Sino-Soviet block 8. Midway between sounds
City (abbr.) east and southeast 47. For each
16. Steep cli 49. Of I 9. Editing 49. Country music
17. Korean ruler 51. Cash machine 10. Baseball team legend Haggard
18. As might be 52. Discounts 11. Intended to be 50. Electronic
expected 54. __ Dickinson, poet sung communication
19. Takes kids to 56. Watches over 12. Video game Max 52. Drenches
learn 60. Hindu queen __ 53. Type of sword
21. Absorption unit 61. Steep banks 14. Makes free 55. Lodgings
22. Parts of the feet 62. Fertility god 17. French young 56. Messenger
23. Political action 63. Port on Danube women ribonucleic acid
committee 64. Liquids 20. Express delight 57. Figure skater
24. Cerium 65. Greek war dance 21. Takes to the sea Lipinski
25. Former CIA 66. In addition 23. Monetary unit 58. Acquire by ones
28. Of she 67. Data acquisition 25. Paddle eorts
29. Japanese city system 26. Hit with an open 59. Stony waste
31. Expression of 68. Crash an aircraft hand matter
sorrow 27. Gurus 61. Oer
33. Articial body in 29. Sings to 65. Without issue
orbit 30. Book of maps
Word Search
BRIGHT
CELEBRATE
CROWD
Puzzle Solutions
EVENING
Last Weeks
EXPLODE
Word Scramble: Paternal
FESTIVAL
HOLIDAY
LIGHT
LOUD
NOISY
SKY
SPARKLE
Answer: China
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