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By Sarah Miller
Staff Writer
Between road projects in Prince
Frederick and possible budget challenges,
the Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) had plenty to talk about
during their Feb. 24 meeting.
The next few years are going to be
extremely difficult, said Department
of Budget and Finance Director Tim
Hayden.
According to documents from Department of Finance and Budget staff,
Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 has provided disappointing revenue results. Specifically,
income tax has shown very little growth.
These results have to be considered in the
FY 2016 projections and beyond.
The FY 2015 adopted budget had a
planned use of fund balance of $5,862,640.
Todays projection reports a $12.8 million
anticipated use of fund balance in this
current year. The FY 2016 projection, for
the year that will start on July 1, reports
a $9.8 million deficit. Projections can and
will change.
Revenues are where the issues are,
Hayden said, adding that property tax
revenues are not as high as originally
projects.
On a more positive note, representatives from the State Highway Administration came to the BOCC meeting to
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Councilmember Beaudin stated she wanted to make sure that if Chesapeake Beach
residents were paying for this new deputy then the deputys scope would only be the
town of Chesapeake Beach, to which Evans stated it would be.
Regardless of what North Beach does decide to do, I support this, but as long
as the scope is [Chesapeake Beach], Beaudin stated.
Currently, the staffing for the Twin Beaches is one commander, one supervisor,
one K-9, five deputies and one deputy specifically for Chesapeake Beach.
The Chesapeake Beach Town Council meets every month; their next council
meeting is scheduled for March 19 at 7 p.m. at town hall.
The Chesapeake Beach Town Hall is located at 8200 Bayside Rd.
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By Lauren Procopio
Staff Writer
Three firefighters sustained minor burns after battling a house fire early Sunday
morning in Charles County.
On Sunday, Feb. 22, around 2:30 a.m., 45 firefighters from the Bryans Road, La
Plata, Marbury, Potomac Heights, Waldorf, Indian Head and Accokeek Volunteer
Fire Departments responded to Tempo Place in Pomfret after a fire ignited in the
residence.
The preliminary cause of the fire is currently under investigation and the three
firefighters were all treated and released at the scene; no other injuries were reported.
Electrical Cord
Triggers House
Fire in Lusby
By Lauren Procopio
Staff Writer
Authorities responded to Rousby Hall Road in Lusby on Friday morning
after a family member discovered a fire originating from the master bedroom in
the home.
On Friday, Feb. 20, around 7:45 a.m., 20 firefighters from the Solomons and
St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the one-story single-family
home after an electric cord running from a portable heater to the bathroom triggered the fire.
According to Deputy Fire Marshal, Don Brenneman, who responded to the
incident, a family member detected the odor of smoke from the master bedroom.
The woman investigated where exactly the smoke was originating and found the
area around the bathroom door on fire.
The fire caused an estimated $10,000 in damage to the home and firefighters
were able to control the blaze within 10 minutes, according to officials.
Officials identify Howard Chase as the homeowner and other family members are currently assisting the family.
No injuries were reported, according to officials.
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The Arc of Southern Maryland joined more than 150 service providers
for Developmental Disabilities Day in Annapolis on Feb. 19.
It was excellent, said Arc of Southern Maryland Executive Director
Terry Long.
The day was split into two parts. During the morning, advocates met
for breakfast and an informational meeting. In the afternoon, smaller groups
went to talk to senators and delegates. The highest priority was to remind
newly elected legislators of promises made in previous sessions to provide
funding to keep compensation for support staff competitive.
Developmental Disabilities advocates will be back in Annapolis for
lobby night, time and date to be determined, Long said.
For more information, visit www.arcsomd.org.
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Freshman Delegate Matt Morgan of District 29A met with individuals supported The
Arc of Southern Maryland and staff that live in his district. The self-advocates spoke
to him about the budget, how the funding cuts impact them directly and some of their
challenges and achievements as adults living with disabilities.
Marla Roberts, left, and Gail Bright, both from Lusby, participated in the annual
Developmental Disabilities Day at the Legislature activities along with Andrew
Musegades of Prince Frederick,. The three friends are self-advocates and receive
services from The Arc of Southern Maryland.
Delegate Anthony J. ODonnell meets with self-advocates and staff from The Arc of Southern Maryland from his district. The
Republican delegate represents Maryland District 29C which covers both Calvert and St. Marys Counties.
By Lauren Procopio
Staff Writer
A Harwood man was charged and arrested for
disorderly conduct Wednesday evening.
On Wednesday, Feb. 18, around 6 p.m., Deputy First Class (DFC) W. Beisel, of the Calvert
County Sheriffs Office, was traveling southbound
on Chesapeake Avenue in North Beach when he
witnessed two men wrestling in the snow outside
of the Twin Beach Community Health Center.
Kevin Turner, 25, was identified as one of the
men involved in the altercation.
DFC Beisel approached the two men and advised them to stop fighting; Turner refused to stop
and was detained in handcuffs.
Anthony Passagno Jr. was identified as the
other man involved in the altercation. According to
Passagno Jr., Turner was intoxicated and attempted
to fight his father, Anthony Passagno Sr., who was
giving Turner a ride. Officials indicate the frontseat passenger was Turners uncle, Robert Printis
Luckel.
According to Passagno Jr., his father stopped
the van and told Turner to exit the vehicle due to
Turners violent behavior. When asked to exit the
van, Turner attempted to hit Passagno Sr.
According to charging documents, Passagno
Jr. was able to get Turner out of the van and away
from his father; Passagno Jr. was trying to keep him
from re-entering the vehicle. According to charging documents, while DFC Beisel was speaking to
the three men, Turner was yelling profanities and
spitting. DFC Beisel advised Turner to stop what
he was doing or he would be arrested for disorderly
conduct.
According to police documents, Turner stated
he did not care about no [expletive] disorderly conduct charge and continued to yell at Passagno Sr.,
Passagno Jr. and Luckel.
According to charging documents, while
Turner was yelling DFC Beisel detected a strong
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Its the season for the annual Volunteer Fire, Rescue and EMS
Awards Banquets. Calvert County Commissioners are invited to attend
these over many Saturday evenings and are provided an opportunity to
express our appreciation. Usually, the expression is a few words from
each accompanying the presentation of a plaque.
Appreciation is also shown when the Public Safety organization
organizes a yearly Appreciation Day for the Volunteers and their families at the Calvert Fairgrounds, or other events such as a softball tournament. Citizens truly do benefit from having an all-volunteer service
as the cost of implementing a paid service would have a significant
financial impact upon the taxpayers.
Many citizens may know our county remains the remaining one in
the State of Maryland with a 100 percent All Volunteer Fire, Rescue,
and EMS service. Our volunteers perform remarkably well. Many have
another career as paid emergency personnel elsewhere, go to school,
Evan K.
work elsewhere, but all demonstrate a love for their professional talent
Slaughenhoupt Jr. (R)
as well as our county.
When someone calls 911 seeking emergency service, they probably dont think whether the response will be from Volunteers or Paid members, they just need
help. Given the training our Volunteers undergo is equivalent to Paid members in other jurisdictions; the response is the highest professional type possible for each emergency.
We have several departments, most are a combined Fire-Ambulance service while Prince
Frederick has separate Fire and Rescue departments. Besides these departments are the Dive
Team and the Calvert Advanced Life Support (CALS) organizations. All companies are private
non-profit organizations who are affiliated with the county Public Safety organization. Each
must host various fundraising events and rely upon county tax payers for apparatus, equipment,
buildings, and support.
Occasionally, citizens need to be reminded that our Fire, Rescue, and EMS service is VOLUNTEER. So, if you ever dialed 911, or realize you may one day need to make that call, perhaps
give some consideration to sending a few dollars to your local Volunteer Department. For more
information, check out www.calvertfirerescueems.com/content/stations/.
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Sen. Steve Waugh said he and the rest of the delegation were supportive of the
project but he was not sure if the project would be put back in the budget this year; at
a St. Marys County Chamber of Commerce event Monday, Del. Anthony ODonnell,
the senior member of the group, said the third building at SMHEC would hopefully
become a reality.
Everyone believes its a great idea, said Waugh. Is it going to move forward
this year? I dont know, probably not.
With all of the country getting into research and development of autonomous research, offering this opportunity in Southern Maryland could bring huge benefits, Scassero said. There are potential job, economic and higher education benefits to be had
through the facility. There would be a synergy between the research facility, Naval Air
Station Patuxent River and existing educational opportunities. Having the research facility could attract new businesses to the area, he said.
Despite concerns that opportunities were passing the county by because of the
scheduled two-year wait, Waugh said he believed there was still time to capitalize on
the projects potential.
The governor is fully convinced that out of all the bond bills this has the best
chance for return on investment, Waugh said.
The dean of the university systems A. James Clark School of Engineering, Daryll
Pines, said the system was committed to the project and that there was active interest
among professors to come to Southern Maryland to actually do the work of research and
make the endeavor a success.
Pines said the presence of the navy made the project possible.
Theres no question this could not have happened in a vacuum, Pines said. The
hope is the research will grow, people will come and opportunities will come from that.
The entire project, from design to ribbon cutting, will cost between $70 and $80
million, Scassero said.
Its a very important building, P.J. Hogan said.
Because it is an educational facility, the building will be funded by the state, he
said. For projects such as parking lots and dormitories, USMd has to sell bonds. Currently, USMd has a AA+ bond rating from Standard & Poors, Moodys and the Fitch Group.
Recently, Standard and Poors put USMd and other universities throughout the country
on negative watch because of declining enrollments, P.J. Hogan said. He doesnt believe this has any bearing on the project at SMHEC.
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Start of Construction
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The bid results for the replacement of Northern High School in Owings,
Maryland were presented to the Calvert County Board of Education at the
regularly scheduled meeting on Feb. 19. At the recommendation of staff,
the Board voted not to award the project due to budgetary constraints. The
design team will reevaluate the plans and subsequently make recommendations about how the project will proceed. Construction is expected to begin
in the spring of 2016.
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Education
Fourth graders throughout Maryland are invited to take part in the Maryland
Municipal Leagues (MML) annual If I Were Mayor essay contest. The contest challenges fourth graders to share their thoughts on how they would engage with citizens
to make their local municipality a better place to live and work if they were mayor.
Students must submit their essays to MML no later than March 31.
Since 2001, MMLs If I Were Mayor essay contest has given fourth graders the
opportunity to learn about municipal government through sharing their thoughts on
how they would be as mayor. Each 275-word essay must open with the line: If I Were
Mayor, I Would and answer three questions that address the 2015 theme, Respect. Maryland students enrolled in the fourth grade during the 2014-2015 school
year may participate in the contest. Entries must be submitted by the students teacher.
The 11 regional winners will be presented with a $100 cash prize at the Maryland
State House in front of their family members, their teacher, their municipalitys mayor
and other local dignitaries during May 2015.
Each year, the If I Were Mayor contest encourages students to learn more
about the important role that cities and towns play in the daily lives of our citizens
said Scott A. Hancock, executive director of the Maryland Municipal League These
students represent the next generation of leaders and were especially excited to see
how they respond to this years theme of Respect. Hancock also noted MMLs appreciation this year for the support of Dr. Lillian M. Lowery, State Superintendent of
Schools, for ensuring that the contest is announced to 4th grade teachers throughout
Maryland.
The contest is sponsored by Maryland Municipal League, in partnership with the
Maryland Mayors Association and the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Company.
Essays are judged based on: essay relation to contest topic; displayed knowledge about
municipal government and the role of a mayor; creativity; and proper use of grammar.
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off her own dental practice, Gentle Green
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practices mission statement reads:
Gentle Green Dental Cares mission is
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knowledge, and training with which to fulfill the motto: dental care where your dental
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The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the ninth annual Chocolovers Affair on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 7 to 11 p.m. The event was initially
scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21 but rescheduled due to
an inclement weather forecast. This years event is being hosted by Asbury Solomons in the newly renovated
Riverview Restaurant and Topside Pub and Grille. This
years event will feature a dessert competition between
students from the Calvert County Career and Technology Academy, live music from a Calvert County Public
Schools student instrumental group, and safety escorts
provided by the NJROTC.
Reservations are $85 per person or $150 per couple.
The Calvert County Democratic Central Committee is proud to announce details about the 17th Annual
Goldstein Dinner that will be held at 6 pm on Thursday,
March 12 at the RodNReel Restaurant in Chesapeake
Beach, Md.
The Dinner will honor The Working Men and
Women of the Labor Movement. Department of Labor
Secretary Tom Perez will be the guest speaker.
Tickets are $75 per person and are available for purchase now. To purchase your ticket or obtain information
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Pleasure, varietyits fabulous! Jeff Maher, as his character Bernard, exclaimed in the Newtowne Players production of Boeing Boeinga captivating and
aerodynamic story that takes the audience on a ride to classy and sassy Paris to
watch a sneaky bachelor, Bernard, and his three stewardess fiancs (who of course
are oblivious of each other). With the new, faster Boeing jet of the 1960s, and a visit
from his timid friend Robert, Bernards life gets even more jumbled than usual when
all three maidens are in town at once.
Boeing Boeing, under the supervision of director-producer Thomas Esposito,
and producer-stage manager Beth Sanford, takes its viewers on a whirlwind. The
cast, made up of six actors, is remarkable. Kathryn Teague, who plays Gloria (the
American fianc), makes her Newtowne Players stage debut, and Sharol Yeatman,
who portrays Berthe the maid, is a comic relief amongst comic reliefs.
I think that audiences like to see the characters get into a bit of a pickle, and
then work their way out of it, said Jeff Maher, who plays Bernard. This character
was really fun to bring to lifereally energetic. Its a lot of back and forth and back
and forth.
Richard Milla, who plays the lighthearted Robert, loves all the doors and the
coming and going and shenanigans.
Maher himself has only recently been tied into showbiz. A couple years ago
my son was in a show here, The Christmas Story, and I started working backstage
and just started doing a couple of shows since then. My sons are the ones who got
me into this, said Maher.
The set design for this production was exquisite and unique. In partnership with
the Color and Lights Society of Annmarie Sculpture Gardens, the walls of Bernards
ever-changing flat are adorned with artwork from this fantastic collection, which
will be on display every show night. The collection can be found in the Mezzanine
Gallery at Annmarie Gardens from March 11 to March 25.
Boeing Boeing is onstage from Feb. 20 to March 8. For more information on the
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review the entries and selects form each category for viewing throughout Leonardtown in such places as The Rex, Big
Larrys, Crazy for Ewe, and Marrick Homes, said Fleming.
People attending the event will be able to either buy tickets
for individual films or a wristband that allows them to see
as many as they would like that day. Audiences will vote,
which will be combined with a panel of local judges. Prizes
will be awarded in different categories.
Fleming noted that the Festival didnt know what to
expect as far as amount of submissions, but hopes the free
entry policy will allow many to submit. The deadline is
April 30.
Weve been trying to get the word out to the schools
that this is an all-ages-event and teenagers are so creative
and tech-savvy these days so my bet is on the High School
category, Fleming said.
When asked about the importance of films to communities, Fleming remarked that those involved with the
Festival see film as art.
Filmmaking is a means by which artists can tell
stories and express their emotions, opinions, moods, and
worldview to a wide audience. The audience, in turn, is able
to experience the film both individually and as a group
giving a common platform for discussion with personal
variations and perspectives.
Fleming also pointed out that not all storytellers have
the means to create a blockbuster, or be produced in Hollywood, but their stories are no less important.
In fact, they may get more understanding from the local audience than they would from anywhere else, she said.
In her opinion, local films bring a sense of pride and
unity to a community, as they can understand and relate to
dialog, characters, and situations.
The hope is to make the Southern Maryland Film
Festival an annual event. To do this, the Festival is looking for sponsors, in order to keep ticket prices low for audiences. Interested sponsors should contact Theresa Wood
at t.a.wood45@gmail.com. Volunteers for the event will be
needed, email smdfilmfest@gmail.com if you would like to
help or if you have questions. For updates, and eventually a
schedule of movies, locations, and show times, visit www.
smdff.org, or the Southern Maryland Film Festival Facebook page.
Be sure to mark your calendars for this unique opportunity to support local filmmakers and their perspectives
on the world.
Over time, we would like to see a community that
embraces film as an art form and local filmmakers as artists as much as do they do music and painting, Fleming
said.
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7 p.m.
FUBAR
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
The Craze Live Band
Anthonys Bar & Grill (10371 Southern
Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Shades of Gray Band
Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout
Road, Leonardtown) 7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28
Vendetta
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Karaoke
Applebees (45480 Miramar Way, California) 9 p.m.
Karaoke
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3
Open Mic Night
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 11 a.m.
Wednesday, March 4
Open Mic Night
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell)
7 p.m.
DJ
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 11 a.m.
Team Trivia
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 7 p.m.
Karaoke
All American Steak House and Sports Theater (35 St. Patricks Drive, Waldorf) 8
p.m.
Thursday, March 5
Team Trivia
Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout
Road, Leonardtown) 7 p.m.
The Shift
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell)
7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6
Karaoke
Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout
Road, Leonardtown) 7 p.m.
Big Money
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell)
7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 1
24/7 Band
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
John Shaw
Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road,
Piney Point) 11 a.m.
Monday, March 2
Team Trivia
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell)
7 p.m.
Saturday, March 7
Karaoke
Leonardtown Grille (25470 Point Lookout
Road, Leonardtown) 7 p.m.
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Out&About
February Month Long
Thursday, Feb. 26
Little Minnows - Things that Go Bump in
the Night
Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons - 10 to 11 a.m.
Bats sonar, owls big ears, and raccoons
sensitive paws learn how animals use their
senses to navigate the night. For children ages
3 to 5 years old and their caregivers. Free for
Calvert Marine Museum members; $5 for
non-members.
Friday, Feb. 27
Open Mic
Christ Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico 7 p.m.
The Southern Maryland Traditional Music and Dance Home Spun Coffee House will
Community Events
sponsor an Open Mic at the Christ Church
Parish Hall on Friday, Feb. 27. This is a great
event with many varieties of music and lots of
friendship, so if you havent been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start!
The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts
at 7:30. The admission fee for this event is only
$7, and performers are admitted free. Light
refreshments will be provided (donations are
suggested). For additional information, or to
sign up to perform, please contact John Garner atgarner@wildblue.netor at 301-9044987. Visit smtmd.orgfor directions and more
information.
Potluck Dinner
American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206,
3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake
Beach 5:30 to 7 p.m.
You wont be disappointed when you
come and join us for the Chefs Choice Potluck Dinner. It will be served from 5:30 to 7
p.m. in the lower-level dining room hosted by
the Auxiliary of American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. The
public is welcome. The $10 price includes
entre, salad, sides, roll, and beverage. Call
301-855-6644 for more information or visit
ALpost206.org.
Saturday, Feb. 28
Texas Hold Em Tournament
American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206,
3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake
Beach 4 p.m.
$100 Buy-in. Public Welcome. Doors
open at 3 p.m.; Games start at 4 p.m. Hosted by the Auxiliary of the American Legion
Stallings-Williams Post 206 in the upper-level
hall of the Post located on Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. Questions may be directed to
Karen Miller at 301-855-0188.
Toy Boat Building Workshop
Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons - 2 to 4 p.m.
Make your own toy boat in the Maritime
History Hall. $2 donation requested with museum admission.
Jewelry Trunk Show
Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Museum Store will feature Michelle Presslers collection of modern
heirlooms inspired by the Bay. Light refreshments will be served. Free gift with
purchase. For more information contact the Museum Store at 410-326-2750.
Nuno Felted Scarves
Annmarie Gardens, 13480 Dowell Rd., Lusby
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Instructor Robyn Strayer will be guiding
students as they learn how to explore a technique that combines silk and wool through a
wet felting process. The lamination of silk and
wool creates a beautifully textured and light
draping fabric--no needles required! Class
is held Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a
member cost of $70, and a nonmember cost of
$75. There is a materials fee of $18 due to the
instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call 410-326-4640.
Sunday, March. 1
Bugs and Flowers at Bayside History
Museum
Bayside History Museum, 4025 4th St. North
Beach 2 p.m.
Bugs and Flowers: Learn about the cool
bugs and flowers that are popping up in Mary-
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Monday, March 2
Lego Mania
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way, Prince Frederick 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to
hear a story followed by a Lego building session. Each session will close with sharing
time. Legos supplied by library. This months
theme is Future. For more information please
call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Tuesday, March 3
Manga Otaku Creators Nights
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819
Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach 7 to 8:30
p.m.
Manga Otaku Creators Nights are the
new attraction at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch! Teen and tween otaku (i.e., fans of
Japanese comics and anime) will develop the
skills to draw and write their own comics!
Artist and illustrator (and Calvert librarian)
McNevin Hayes will guide you through the
basics of story layout, thumbnails, and character construction. Japanese-style snacks will be
provided. These events will run from 7 to 8:30
p.m. Be sure to register because space is limited! For information contact McNevin Hayes
at 410-257-2411.
Wednesday, March 4
Raptors rule! A live birds of prey
program
Charlotte Hall Library, 37600 New Market
Rd., Charlotte Hall - 7:30 to 9 p.m.
We expect to host live visitors including
Owls, Hawks and Eagles! Mike Callahan is our
Raptor Conservation Chairman and an expert
on all things Raptor. Children are welcome to
this program as Mike helps us understand the
habitat, nutritional needs and hunting habits of
these magnificent avian predators. Doors open
at 7 p.m. so come early and mingle. For more
information please contact SMAS President,
Michael Patterson at 301-752-5763 or Michael.
Patterson@pgparks.com.
Thursday, March 5
Breaking and Making: Computer Coding
for Tweens
Calvert Library, 850 Costley Way, Prince
Frederick - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Ever wonder how computers know
how to do all the cool things they do? What
if you were the one telling a computer what
to do? Coding is the key! Join us at Calvert Library for a fun evening of breaking
and making computer code! Garrison LeMasters, Visiting Assistant Professor in the
Program in Communication, Culture and
Technology at Georgetown University will
teach us about the code behind the popular computer game, Brick Breaker. Next
we will break that code, and re-write the
code to make it our own! This event is for
tweens in grades 5 to 7 and will be held at
Calvert Library in Prince Frederick. Registration is required. Space is limited so sign
up today at calvertlibrary.infoor call 410535-0291!Space is limited.
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Library Events
February Month Long
Thursday, Feb. 26
Shake It Out Music and Movement
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10 to
10:30 a.m.
This program will create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional
and physical skills. Come join us for some
shaken fun. 410-326-5289
JobSource Mobile Career Center
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 1 to 3
p.m.
Stop by to get job counseling, resume
help, search for jobs and get connected with
Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38
mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio
visual and broadcasting capabilities; state
of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access.
410-326-5289
Wiz Kids: Design in 3D!
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group
of do-it-all kids who meet every month to
learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math
and their community. This month were
going to be designing in 3D! For kids in
grades 3-5. Registration is required and
opens one month before each event. 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Cadette Girl Scout Book Artist Badge
Workshop
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Explore the art of bookbinding, take
apart an old book, and try your hand at
some book artist techniques. See how fun
and interesting books can be even when
you arent reading them! Please register.
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Dr. Seuss Evening Storytime
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Come and join us for a celebration for
Dr. Seusss Birthday! Books, songs, cake
and lots of fun! 410-257-2411
Dr. Seuss Evening Storytime
Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and
Chaneyville Road, Owings 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Come and join us for a celebration for
Dr. Seusss Birthday! Books, songs, cake
and lots of fun. 410-257-2101
Dr. Seuss Evening Storytime
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 7 to 8
p.m.
Friday, Feb. 27
On Pins & Needles
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 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
Southern Matinee
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 1 to 4
p.m.
A film inspired by the book The Butler: A Witness to History by Wil Haygood.
Cecil Gaines served eight presidents as butler at the White House, including through
the Civil Rights era. 410-326-5289
Saturday, Feb. 28
Garden Smarter: Gardening With
Children
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Grab your kids and tools and head to
the garden. Come and experience some
practical ideas for getting little hands and
minds into the garden. Parents, bring your
children! 410-257-2411
Playtime
Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4
and Chaneyville Road, Owings 10:45 to
11:30 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents
and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a nonbattery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.
410-257-2101
Playtime
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach
10:45 to 11:15 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents
and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a nonbattery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.
410-257-2411
Playtime
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in
interactive play, connect with other caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery
operated toy to share. No registration. For
ages birth through 5 years old. 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862
Monday, March 2
Monday Morning Movies & More
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 10 to 11 a.m.
Bring the little ones for a movie and a
story! 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
On Pins & Needles
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 1
to 4 p.m.
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-257-2411
Lego Mania
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Lego enthusiasts will meet monthly to
hear a story followed by a Lego building
session. Each session will close with sharing time. Legos supplied by library. This
months theme is Future. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Evening Family Storytime
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 6:30 to
7:15 p.m.
Family storytime for preschoolers.
Program includes books, songs and flannelboard stories. Please register. 410-326-5289
Tuesday, March 3
Flying Needles
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 6 to 9
p.m.
Knitting, crocheting and portable
crafting group open to anyone wanting to
join in and share talents, crafting time or
learn a new skill. 410-326-5289
Writers by the Bay @ the Library
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Looking for a writers group? All
writers and would-be writers are welcome
to come for critique & camaraderie. 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Manga Otaku Creators Night
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 7
to 8:30 p.m.
Teen and tween otaku (fans of Japanese comics and anime) will develop the
skills to draw and write their own comics!
Artist/illustrator (and Calvert librarian)
McNevin Hayes will guide you through
the basics of visual storytelling for comics.
Please register. 410-257-2411
Wednesday, March 4
PlayTime
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10:20 to
10:50 a.m.
Playtime is learning and discovery
time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents
and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a nonbattery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old.
410-326-5289
Cinema Caf
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a film, based on the book
Heaven is for Real, that recounts the reallife story of a boy who claims to have visited Heaven during a near death experience,
learning things about his family that happened before he was born. Lights go down
at 6 p.m. followed by a short discussion
ending by 8:30 pm. Popcorn will be served.
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Thursday, March 5
Shake It Out Music and Movement
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920
H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons 10 to
10:30 a.m.
Shake It Out Music and Movement will
create a rich environment that promotes social, emotional and physical skills. Come
join us for some shaken fun. 410-326-5289
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 1 to 3 p.m.
Need help with your resume? Join job
counselor Sandra Holler in a small group
to learn what makes a strong resume and
cover letter. If you have one started, bring
it with you so editing can happen on the
spot. Please register. 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Breaking and Making: Coding for
Tweens
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Ever wonder how computers know
how to do all the cool things they do? What
if you were the one telling a computer what
to do? Coding is the key! Garrison LeMasters of Georgetown University will show
us the code behind the popular computer
game, Brick Breaker. Then we will have
fun breaking that code, and re-writing
the code to make it our own! Please register. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862
Code Name 4-5-6
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch,
3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
For 4th-6th grade eyes only! 4th 6th
grade students are invited to this series
of events which uses plenty of hands-on
activities to have fun with reading! Each
month we will explore a new theme and introduce a great chapter book on the topic.
No advanced preparation is needed and a
snack will be provided. This months topic: New York, New York. Please register.
410-257-2411
Friday, March 6
On Pins & Needles
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850
Costley Way 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
For more information, visit calvert.lib.
md.us
CLUES ACROSS
1. Centralized mailing
compartment
4. Small argument
8. Latin for hail
9. Semicircular headdress
10. Hole plug
12. Primp
13. A spontaneous
motivation
14. Dont know when yet
16. Portable computer
screen material
17. Conform
19. Yoruba
20. Wings
21. Tar Hill State
25. Hard, durable wood
26. Pallid
27. Pabir language
29. Not crazy
30. Word element meaning
ear
31. Hill (Celtic)
32. Dangerous Liaisons
actor
39. Space between 2 points
41. Arbitrageur
42. 3rd or 4th Islamic
month
43. Assistance
44. Manuscripts (abbr.)
45. In a way, soaks
46. Synovial knee
syndrome
48. 2nd cervical vertebra
49. State of sudden fright
50. Snakelike fish
51. Each of 4 Hindu ages
52. Point midway between
S and SE
CLUES DOWN
1. Relating to New Guinea
2. Carry to excess
3. Alms solicitor
4. Title of respect
5. Spanish saffron dish
6. Betel palm genus
7. Petter ____, Nordic
combined skier
9. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)
11. Clan division
14. Referee declares
15. Rampart
18. Big actors initials
19. Noahs boat
20. Diarist __ Frank
22. Luminous celestial
ring
23. Famous motor club
24. 007s creator
27. A timely blessing
28. UTHealth (abbr.)
29. Roman Helios
31. Check
32. Making of a worn-out
vicious horse
33. Wife
34. An alternative
35. Spanish unit of length
36. Wild goats
37. Municipalities
38. Bother or harass
39. Excessively sentimental
40. Middle Eastern dish
44. Waterproof raincoat
47. Former OSS
KiddKioer
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GAMES
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From My Backyard
to Our Bay was first
developed by the Baltimore
County Soil Conservation
District. From there, the
booklet was given to each
of the Soil Conservation
Districts in the Chesapeake
Bay watershed area for
customization. If the 17.5
million residents who live in
the watershed area of the
Chesapeake Bay read this
booklet, and took to heart
its suggestions and best
practices, the Chesapeake
Bay would see a dramatic
increase in health. Obtain
a FREE copy of the
booklet by going to the St.
Marys River Watershed
Association, smrwa.org and
downloading it. The booklet
is available at Wentworth
Nursery in Charlotte Hall;
Chicken Scratch in Park
Hall; The Greenery in
Hollywood; Good Earth
Natural Food; and the St.
Marys Soil Conservation
District in Leonardtown.
Join your local watershed
association and make a
difference for Our Bay!
smrwa.org
Destination Guide
2013 Calendar of Events
African-American Historic Sites of
St. Marys County
Group Tour Planner (for tour operators
and group leaders)
Historic Churches and Religious Sites
of St. Marys County
Leonardtown Walking Trail
Water Trails in Western St. Marys
County
Three Notch Trail
Southern Maryland
Guides
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Bay-Wise?
Bay-Wise landscapes
minimize negative impacts
on our waterways by using
smarter lawn management
techniques and gardening
practices. The University
of Maryland Extension
Master Gardener Bay-Wise
program in St. Marys
County offers hands-on
Where to get help with..
help with managing your
WATER RESOURCES QUESTIONS
landscape by providing
information, a site visit, and
Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources, landscape certifications.
Fishing Regulations, dnr.state.md.us/ Our yardstick checklist is
fisheries/regulations/regindex.asp
easy to understand and
Maryland Dept. of Environment, Con- follow, and our team of
trained Master Gardeners
sumption Guidelines, mde.maryland.
can help guide you
gov/programs/water/fishandshellfish/
through it while offering
pages/programs/waterprograms/
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both the appearance
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and sustainability of your
St. Marys County Recreation & Parks, landscape.
Paddling, www.co.saint-marys.md.us/
recreate/paddling.asp
This is the thirty-first in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (scottmaryann9@gmail.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing
awareness of the powerful booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next weeks County Times!
301-475-4120
extension.umd.edu/baywise
301-863-6950
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