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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Chesapeake Town Council drafted a resolution to send to the county Board of Education requesting it address overcrowding at Beach Elementary School. Council member Stewart Cumbo said taking action regarding schools is beyond the scope of the councils purview, but making recommendations regarding a perceived issue is not. The board discussed redistricting extensively during the meeting, including a failed redistricting years ago when the town was split down the middle. Mayor Bruce Wahl remembered the school board split the town by geographic landmarks and not map lines, sending half the students to Calvert High School and the rest of Northern High School. The resulting rivalry between schools and students made for some tense times, he said, alienating students from after school activities in Chesapeake Beach. He recommended the council suggest where lines should be drawn to avoid a repeat of the past. Council member Valerie Beaudin lobbied to add language requesting the Board of Education make it easier for students to transfer out of Beach Elementary School and into less crowded schools.
Beaudins amendment to the resolution was voted down. Wahl told her redistricting alone is a first step. But its not an adequate first step, she argued, adding redistricting takes a long time, and the overcrowding issue is only getting worse every year. She said the board should ask for more immediate action in addition to a long-term fix. Other board members said if they send too much to the board at once it may do more harm than good and suggested Beaudin draft her suggestions into a separate resolution. The meeting began with tension, after swearing in the new board members. After the mayor and the new board formally took their oaths of office, board member Pat Carpenter protested Pat Mahoney being nomi-
nated as the vice president of the council. Ive seen him thrive on dissention, Carpenter said. I believe a leader shouldnt participate in character assassination referencing tactics he claimed Mahoney employed during the recent campaign and election season. Carpenters statements went unheeded,
and he was alone in voting against Mahoney for the position. For more information regarding upcoming meetings, visit www.chesapeakebeach.md.us. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Last week Verizon and Maryland Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller presented a $10,000 check to North Beach Boys and Girls Club. At the suggestion of the senator, the club wrote a proposal to the company requesting funds to support its Graduate to Go program, which encourages students of all ages to prepare for college, according to Boys and Girls Club Development Officer Joy Hill Whitaker. The money will help the program focus on STEM programs, said Verizon State and Government Affairs Vice President Tabb Bishop. It was a nice gift for the season of giving. Reinforcing and supplementing classroom skills, the Graduate to Go program aligns with Verizon Foundation's education objectives promoting academic achievement, tutoring, and encouraging students to learn math, science and computer technology, Bishop said.
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Verizon's support will reach 125 targeted youth and hundreds of additional youth through workshops and educational and career day activities while preparing them to succeed in their chosen careers, he said. The Boys and Girls Club works with more than 80 students on a daily basis, with another 80 coming in a couple times per week for theatre programs. Whitaker said approximately 45 youth come in on a daily basis. The rest come in a few times per week. Older students dont come in every day, she added. She said the Boys and Girls Club offers programs at little or no cost to kids and their families, and without volunteers, grants and donations they would have a hard time keeping their doors open. We were really happy they chose us, she said. Without a company like Verizon, we just couldnt do it, she said. We need them. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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one years progress in both reading and mathematics. Growth is 30 percent of the index. The gap reduction indicator looks at the gap between the highest and lowest performing subgroups at a school. It makes up 40 percent to the index, Page said. These highest and lowest performing groups can include students in various racial groups, economically disadvantaged students, students with educational disabilities and English language learners. At the high school level, Collegeand-Career Readiness is measured by the schools graduation rate and other measures that ensure students are prepared for life after graduation. This accounts for 20 percent of the high School Progress Index, page said. Superintendent Jack Smith sees each schools growth will be measured against an independent starting mark, not against the district as a whole. This measure will make it clearer how the school is per-
forming against its own history. A downside is currently, scores and numbers from 2011 form the baseline measure. Data related to students can change in two years, and working off two-year-old data is a cause for concern, Smith said. In two years, the lowest and highest performing groups can shift in demographics and performance level, and to accurately measure growth teachers and staff need to work with the most current data. I didnt come today to attack or praise the system, Smith said during the presentation, adding numbers in schools are dynamic and he is worried about compressing all variables into a single numeric indicator. For more information, including individual numbers for each school, visit www.mdreportcard.org and select Calvert County from the drop down boxes. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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When a trusted supplier of patch testers discontinued manufacturing, Syring was again called to action as the practices guinea pig for potential replacement tests. Scratch tests can be read the same day, but the patch tests, usually done for products like lotion, cosmetics and shampoo, require that the samples stay covered and taped to the skin for several days. The doctors didnt want to submit their patients to malfunctioning medical supplies, so I agreed to help. Rattling off the jobs held by the winner Joy Syring Rich Fleming Tim Murphy in the most jobs category, Waldorf Center for Higher Education Director Tim Murphy could Faculty Professor Katherine Humphries for caring for goats sound like Johnny Cashs Ive Been Everywhere when list- and other farm animals while also serving as a nanny to the ing his 35 jobs: Ive been a newspaper delivery boy, a week- human children. end custodian, pizza cook, athletic trainer, wrestling camp Most Unusual Job: first place to Syring for counting poltrainer, baseball camp trainer, golf course groundskeeper, len and serving as a medical guinea pig in an allergists ofroofer/carpenter assistant, racetrack beer server, call center fice and second place to Lead Student Success Coordinator worker, bouncer, junior high youth leader, nursery yardwork- Beverly Russell for stripping leaves and thorns off roses at a er, physical therapy assistant, physicians assistant, summer florist shop camp director, Karaoke DJ, Ive worked everywhere, man, Highest Number of Jobs: first place to Murphy with 35 the song would go. jobs and second place to Accounts Receivable Sponsorships "Chalk it up to a short attention span or following the op- Coordinator Loretta McGrath with 24 jobs. portunity of the moment; if someone asked me if I wanted to Most Dangerous Job: first place to Mathematics, Physdo something, I rarely said no, Murphy said. ics and Engineering Division Professor Dr. Richard Beers for Most students past and present work hard at jobs that work as a nuclear weapons tester and second place to Murphy are not very glamorous and experience a trial-and-error pro- for work as a roofer for a roofing company. cess to discover where they belong, said Warren. Then someHardest Job: first place to Mathematics, Physics and times, its on to the next job or career. Engineering Division Associate Professor Stephanie McThe career experiences of staff and faculty at CSM de- Caslin for working two part-time jobs while in collegea tire pict what is pretty typical and I think that can be encouraging jockey/grease monkey while also an evening singing telegram for students. One of the important themes is keep working, worker and second place to Southern Maryland Studies Cenkeep gaining new skills and commit to lifelong learning ter Coordinator Amy Richmond for her work as an indexer whatever it takes to find your calling. with General Motors archiving photos of cars and facilities, Contest winners were, Dirtiest Job: first place to Flem- and searching for damaged negatives. ing for his work as a diaper delivery driver and second place For information on CSM Career Services, visit www. to Communications, Arts and Humanities Division Adjunct csmd.edu/CareerServices.
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Nicholas and Ethel Mae (Rives) Hutchinson. Ann moved to the Washington, D.C. area with her family as a young child and was educated in Montgomery County schools. She graduated from Washington Hospital Center School of Nursing as a registered nurse in 1961. She married Joseph J. Spigai on May 18, 1974 in Washington, D.C. Joseph and Ann made their home in Montgomery County until moving to Chesapeake Beach in August 2010. Ann worked for Dr. Melvin Carter in Silver Spring for over twenty five years. She was a member of Marvin Memorial Methodist Church in Silver Spring. Ann was an avid gardener and also enjoyed reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandsons. Ann is survived by her loving husband, Joseph, and by daughters Tracey McKirgan and husband Dan of Chesapeake Beach and Tara Cowe-Spigai and wife Kereth of Salem, Mass. Also surviving are grandsons Daniel and Timothy McKirgan and a sister Judy Hershey and husband Rick of Birmingham, Ala. A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 27 from 1-2 PM at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where a memorial service and celebration of Anns life will follow at 2:00 PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Anns name may be made to the American Lung Association or Calvert Hospice. For additional information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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Jameson Castleman Truitt, Jamie of St. Leonard, Md., age 22, passed away on Dec. 16. A devoted father to MaryJane Truitt, he is also survived by her mother Nicole Truitt and beloved girlfriend Rachael Howes. He was the loving son of the late Chris Truitt and Alyson and Stuart Simmons, adored brother of Matthew, Andrew and Brendan Truitt and Abigail and Stuart Simmons Jr., cherished grandson of Judith and Lyle Britton; Richard and Barbara Stretch; Max and Susan Truitt; Charles and Elsie Simmons. Jamie was the biggest Redskin fan. He loved the beach and fishing, but more than anything else he loved his daughter, MaryJane. The sun and moon revolved around her and he spent his life trying to find ways to brighten her world. He was a protective older brother who was as fiery and brash as the Irish whiskey he was named after. The family received friends at the Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic, Md. on Dec. 20. Funeral Mass was on Dec. 21, 2012 at Middleham Parish in the Great Hall. Interment followed at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Jamies memory to Middleham & St. Peters Episcopal Church, 10210 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby MD 20657.
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Although this event raises considerable support, it does not cover the entire amount needed to run the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House. In reality, it takes at least an additional $192,000 per year to fund those operational expenses. I was surprised to learn that they do not turn away any Calvert County residents; regardless of their ability to pay! We are asking you to help make a difference in the lives of our neighbors, family members and friends at one of the worst times in their lives the death of a loved one. There is so much more to hospice than we ever imagined. Please join us in supporting Calvert Hospice. Mary-Ann and Doug Hill Calvert Residents
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The national debt now reached nearly $16.4 trillion. As of today, every household in the United States owes about $140,000 of this debt. The country is borrowing roughly $6 billion every day, $239 million every hour and $4 million every minute. For every dollar of revenue the federal government brings in, it spends two dollars and six cents.
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Now 24 years later, leading as senior pastor for 20 years, Hahn has seen Chesapeake Church, grow to one of the largest in Calvert County with a congregation exceeding 1,100. The members serve in such initiatives as End Hunger in Calvert County; monthly oil changes; filing taxes, emergency relief teams; counseling; three weekend worship services, and more. While they serve primarily in the county, the churchs influence stretches around the United States and the world sending ministry teams to New Orleans, San Diego, Haiti, and Honduras. Bohanan Gives Key Yes Vote on Gay Marriage Bill Feb. 23 In February, Delegate John Bohanan cast a controversial yes vote for the Civil Marriage Protection Act. The vote passed 72-to-67. The Civil Marriage Protection Act does not force religious organizations to perform a wedding if doing so would be against their religious doctrine, providing that doing so would be in violation of the right to free exercise of religion guaranteed by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution the House bill reads. Citizens sent the bill to referendum, where it passed during the November election. The bill goes into effect Jan. 1, 2013.
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Local Baker Hits the Big Time Jan. 5 Its very gut wrenching, said Cindy Selby of her appearance on Cupcake Wars. Selby owns Blondies Baking Company in North Beach. In the Jan. 1, 2012 episode, contestants competed to cater the cupcakes at the Los Angeles premier of the play Wicked, a take on The Wizard of Oz. With four chefs and three rounds, the stakes were high right from the beginning. Selby made it through round one, but was cut at the end of the second round. High School Students Benefit from Firefighter Training Jan. 19
The U.S. economy is poised to fall off the fiscal cliff, meaning $600 billion in tax increases and spending cuts unless Washington avoids it, according to www.moneymorning.com. Peter Schiff with Money Morning wrote in an online article that the country needs a shock to adopt financial discipline. Cancelling the tax hikes and spending cuts would just delay the inevitable fiscal strain this country is headed toward, according to Schiff said. "Our economy is so screwed up from years and years and years of bad monetary and fiscal policy that it's going to be painful to correct that problem. But we have to do it," Schiff continued. "We can't keep avoiding the pain and in the process making the problem worse, because then we're just going to have even more pain in the future to fix an even bigger problem." Delegate John F. Wood, Jr. (D-29A) agreed with concerns found online. Everybody wants to spend, spend, spend but nobody wants to cut a bit, he said. You cant just keep spending. Sooner or later its going to catch up with you and now its caught up with us. He worries about cuts coming from Washington, D.C. that could affect programs in Maryland, a number of which are funded with federal dollars. He said the state has to consolidate redundant programs and learn to stretch a dollar. He compared loss of funding to household finances. When money is short, people go without extras because they have no choice when it comes to paying their bills. No matter how deep cuts go, Wood said the one thing that state cannot do is continue to raise taxes on citizens. With unemployment on the rise, fewer people pay taxes, but this is not a scenario that can be fixed by demanding more money from citizens who cant afford to loose it, he said. No one group is responsible for the state of the economy, and no one group should be expected to fix the problem. Everybody has to climb on board, he said. No matter how things play out, Wood said its going to be an interesting year. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Officials Fear Permanent Closure of Boys and Girls Club Feb. 2 In January, the North Beach Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maryland closed for two to reorganize its operations and negotiate with creditors. Town council members refused further financial support to the club, which benefits from a $2 million facility the club leases for $1 per year on a 99 year lease. In March, the club opened, operating under the Boys and Girls Club of Annapolis.
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Calvert to Help Land Use Study for NAS Pax River March 1 Calvert County Planning and Zoning Director Greg Bowne told the Board of Commissioners that the movement to reduce energy bills through wind energy interferes with radar systems of military aircraft. In the face of such land use issues affecting Naval Air Station Patuxent River and the state, the Department of Defense and the Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) requests location jurisdictions lead a Joint Land Use Study (JLUS). Bowen explained the OEA has seen an opportunity for a JLUS in jurisdictions in Maryland and Virginia and has asked to form a JLUS policy committee and sign a resolution to join together in the effort. Three Dead from Mystery Illness in Lusby March 8 An erroneous press release, followed by the Calvert County Public School system attempting to help, alarmed county residents and generated a spike in local social media updates. The first release announced five members from the same household, only miles from Calvert Cliff Nuclear Power Plant, contracted a mysterious illness resulting in four deaths. The first case of illness occurred in an 81-yearold woman who presented symptoms at her home beginning on or about Feb. 23. Her
Every year Calvert County trains approximately 20 high school students to become nationally certified basic firefighters and EMTs. The countys Fire-Rescue-EMS Division provides a yearlong study program for firefighting and emergency medical services. Eligible student are 16 years-old and in a position to complete all required high school graduation credits. Later in the year, these same students swept the Skills USA competition and represented Maryland in national competition. Economic Development Office On Lockdown Jan. 26 Following alleged threatening phone calls, the Calvert County Department of Economic went on lockdown to prevent the public from entering the office unannounced. The office, on the second floor of the Courthouse Square building in Prince Frederick, prevented the elevator from stopping and access from the outdoor
World Record Certificate Lasts Forever; Actual Record Lasts Five Months - Feb. 2 Stephanie Pitcocks manager at Sport Clips in Waldorf convinced her that it would be fun to be a part of a Guinness World Record Haircutting team. On Jan. 21, 2010, 10 hairstylists from around Maryland set out to gain the World Record for the Most Consecutive Haircuts by a Team in 12 Hours. Hairstylist not related to Sports Clips represented Guinness to ensure the rules were followed and that everyone received a quality haircut. The rules included shampooing every head, removing more than a quarter of an inch, and cutting a style with more than one length. Straight shaves did not count. Of the 350 haircuts during the 12-hour period, 329 qualified for the record Chesapeake Church Continues to Expand Reach Feb. 9 Reverend Robert Hahn has devoted his life to helping those in need since 1988.
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three children, a son and two daughters, developed similar upper respiratory symptoms on or about Feb. 28. All were hospitalized and became critically ill. The elderly woman, her 58-year-old son and 56-year old daughter subsequently died. A fourth family member and caregiver was hospitalized at the Washington Hospital Center. Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs with MedStar Janis Orlowski told the Calvert Gazette it is was unknown how the first patient died, but the Center for Disease Control determined Influenza A and a super infection, caused either by a staph infection or a bacteria, caused the two following deaths. A super-infection is a condition in which a patient with a contagious disease acquires a second infection, according to the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine. Death of Pat Carpenter Leaves Big Shoes to Fill March 8 Legal Wins Give Tiki Bar Much to Celebrate April 19 As the Tiki Bar opened for the 32nd time, the ongoing legal battles between Dr. Ronald Chip Ross and the Tiki Bar appeared to end. The Tiki Bar owners and Ross have faced each other in Appeals Board hearings for years, dragging out for so long that there are only three people who know the full history between Ross and the Tiki Bar, and one is in the nuthouse, said Tiki Bar attorney V. Charles Donnelly. The Calvert County Board of Appeals determined the open space between buildings can be used for purposes other than parking. Ross filed an appeal that afternoon. He and his wife Faith put their house on the market with plans to move to Florida. Calvert Middle School Time Capsule Unearthed April 19 Contractors, demolishing the old Calvert Middle School, kept the cornerstone at the school boards request. Hidden inside large block of stone from 1947 was a 65-year-old time capsule, the size of a loaf of bread, according to General Services Director Wilson Freeland. Inside were three objects a 1948 penny, a letter and a third item that was rusted beyond recognition. Judge Krug Retires April 26 An active county resident died March 2, surprising many who did not know she was battling illness. Patricia Pat Carpenter moved to the county in 2002 with her husband, Bob, who won a seat on Chesapeake Beach Town Council. Local Inducted into Maryland Womens Hall of Fame March 15 Port Republic resident Margaret Dunkle became one of six Maryland women inducted into the states Womens Hall of Fame. Dunkle was instrumental in Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 that requires that schools and colleges receiving federal funding provide equal opportunities to both women and men. GOP Primary to be Decided in Southern Maryland March 29 Anthony ODonnell, Republican state delegate for the 29th District in Annapolis, made a bid to unseat incumbent Steny Hoyer for the fifth congressional seat in Maryland. In March, political observers said ODonnell had a ready-made base of support in Calvert and St. Marys counties, where he has represented citizens since 1995. He swept the primaries in April, but failed to win them in the general election. Hoyer retained his seat after the November elections. Judge Warren J. Krug turned 70 years old on March 28. The state of Marylands code forced him to retire. However, he received approval from the Maryland Chief Judge to continue to work as a retired judge. From the shingles on the roof to the insulation in the basement, volunteers with Christmas in April turned out April 28 to work on 30 homes in Chesapeake Beach and Lusby. New Principal Coming to Our Lady School May 10 After a successful fundraising campaign last year to keep Our Lady Star of the Sea School (OLSS) from being consolidated with another parochial school, Principal Sister Carolyn Marie Betsch has decided to step down as principal of the K-8 Catholic school in Solomons. At the beginning of the school year, Deacon Christopher Jensen became the new principal. Marine Museum Treasures Volunteers May 17 The Calvert Marine Museum recorded a record of 27,248 volunteer hours in 2012 equating to $610,407 paid hours. Volunteers assist in daily museum functions including First Free Fridays, annual events, summer camps, special projects and other activities. The Golden Otter Award Recognition Ceremony honored the CMM volunteers. Flame of Trophy Set to Pass Through County May 31 Travelers on Route 4 between Solomons and Prince Frederick saw yellow school bus, runners and bicyclists in the shoulder carrying the Flame of Hope during the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. licing, deterring vehicle break-ins during the Christmas shopping season. Other activities include disorderly conduct, theft and controlled dangerous substance violations. Dominion Seeking Permit for Second Discharge Point June 14 As required by the process to renew its permit to discharge to surface waters, Dominion Cove Point held a hearing bringing out several community members as well as representatives from Maryland Department of the Environment. Acting Division Chief for the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) Michael Richardson was the mediator for the evening. He explained that as long as Dominion Cove Point meets laws and regulations pertaining to the permit, MDE is bound to approve it. However, we have to respond to submitted questions submitted or public hearings requested, he said. From Birthday Party to Carnival Karsyns Karnival Growing Roots as NonProfit June 14 The third annual Karsyns Karnival attracted more than 400 people to Cove Point Park for music, snacks, a variety of games for all ages and beautiful weather. The event raised more than $2,600 to help promote Down syndrome awareness. This year was full of firsts for Karsyns Karnival it was the first year that the carnival turned a profit, it was the first year volunteers from all four Calvert County high schools were involved and the first year the carnival was a registered non-profit organization. Mission Complete: First Ever Southern Maryland Free Dental Clinic Serves 800 June 28
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Gold Medal Weather for Special Olympics May 3 This year, for the first time, each of the 104 Calvert County Special Olympics athletes had their own personal cheerleader throughout the day. Some of the schools already have Best Buddies. This year we expanded on that and had student volunteers from several schools be there for the athletes at the finish line, during awards and lunch, said Jean Hahn, event coordinator. Students from all four high schools and Plum Point and Calvert Middle schools participated in a small training session before last weeks Special Olympics held on Wednesday at Calvert High School. Community Helping Community May 3
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Calvert High Juniors Challenged to Be the Change June 7 When Elizabeth Jane E.J. LaGoyas friends brother died earlier this year, she decided something needed to change. Calvert High School students, staff, teachers and others gathered for two assemblies to learn how they can Be the Change not only to eliminate hurtful words, but to bring about a Braver, Kinder Calvert. Susan Johnson, principal of CHS, told how LaGoya had approached her with an idea. This idea spawned into an exceptional performance. Sheriffs Bike Patrol Doesnt Intend to be Invisible June 7 Ten years later, citizens of Calvert County are still surprised to discover the Sheriffs Office has an active bike patrol, according to 1st Sgt. Bill Soper. Most people are only looking for two headlights, said DFC. Eddie Bradley, who patrols in both a cruiser and on bike. The bike patrol is a seasonal unit, operating on weekends from April through September/October, and again from Thanksgiving through Christmas. During the events the bike patrol find missing children, follow up on a vender theft or direct traffic. Town center patrol is proactive po-
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Session Ends Without Tax Hikes April 12 This legislative session ended ith lawmakers passing a so-called doomsday budget complete with about $500 million in cuts and no tax increases to plug revenue gaps.
Dr. Garner Morgan is co-chairman of this years only Mission of Mercy (MOM) in Maryland a free two-day dental clinic at Chopticon High School hosted by hundreds of volunteers, providing teeth cleanings, fillings, minor denture repairs and oral surgery to people who otherwise could not afford it. Complete the year-end review by picking up the Calvert Gazette January 3, 2013 edition.
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The College of Southern Maryland hosted its first annual military troop care package drive, distributing 120 boxes for delivery to 12 platoons during the holidays. The care packages contained toiletries, snacks and entertainment items. Participating clubs from CSMs Student Associations included Phi Theta Kappa, La Plata Student Association, College Leaders of Southern Maryland, Gamers United, BACCHUS, Black Student Union and Saludos, as well as staff and faculty members. Due to the success of the drive, students are interested in making this an annual activity. Assembling the packages from left are students Kayode Bello, Kim Smith, Brandi Brown, Zakyi Powell, Matthew Rhoades and Genia Lrandi. For more information on Student Life at CSM, visit www.csmd.edu/StudentLife.
Photo by Sarah Miller Christina Kettmann thought her job as a bartender would be temporary, but then she found that she loved it.
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Calvert Gazette recently asked its Facebook readers who was the best bartender in the county. Christiana Kettmanns name came up the most often. Working at Anthonys Bar and Grill since 2009, Kettmann wanted a temporary position to maintain her vehicle. It was kind of fluke, she said, She found she loved the job. Ive just met some solid gold people here. In other bars, she said everyone has to be careful around other patrons, especially ones wanting to take someone home for the night. This hasnt been the case at Anthonys, she said. One of her most memorable moments came when she tried to drive a drunken patron home. He protested because he was going to a relatives house in St. Marys County, but Kettmann insisted. She told the patron is would be an adventure, put another drunk friend in her back seat and stopped at Wawa for gas. The trio never made it to St. Marys. Kettmanns car broke down halfway to their destination. She took it to the patrons cousins house for a quick fix before heading back to Anthonys. She still laughs about that night. It was a pointless adventure, but we bonded, she said. Anthonys co-owner Charlene Ward and her husband met Kettmann after they purchased the restaurant a year ago. We love her, Ward said. Kettmann has a habit of quietly contributing to various fundraisers and charity events Anthonys holds during the year, including donating portions of her tips to Frank Hayward III and bringing in coats and toys for holiday drives. She does a lot to help out here, Ward said. Her favorite drink? In the summer, its watermelon margaritas. In the winter, she drinks anything with whiskey. In the winter you wear a sweater on the outside, and whiskey is like a sweater on the inside, she joked. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Meeting with the designer in the space to go over the scope of the work that needs to be completed - think of this as a fact finding mission. Design Conceptualization - This is the part where we go over the scope of the project, define a budget (yes a budget!), discuss the design possibilities and make sure we are on the right track. At this point we sign a contract and let the fun begin. Space Planning and Presentation - This is my favorite part! This is when you come to the studio and see what we have prepared for you. You get to touch and feel fabrics, tiles, and look at the concept sheet we have prepared. You can see an example of a concept board here...this design is going to be fabulous! Next is the custom design/Specifications/Purchasing and Installation - this is part when you get to relax and enjoy the fact that you have hired a professional to not only make your dream tangible, but be there along the way to ensure that it is done to perfection.
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Individuals who may be experiencing sleep apnea may have the following symptoms, according to The Mayo Clinic: * excessive daytime sleepiness * loud snoring * awakening with a dry mouth or sore throat * headaches in the morning * problems paying attention * difficulty staying asleep Others may notice a spouse or family member has sleep apnea by recognizing abrupt awakenings from shortness of breath or intermittent pauses in his or her breathing during sleep. Also, it is important to note that snoring may not be a sign of sleep apnea, but very often loud snoring punctuated by periods of silence is a pretty good indicator of apnea. Many people experience sleep apnea, though it may be more pronounced in certain groups of people. Those who are overweight may have obstructions to breathing. People with a thick neck also may have a narrower airway. Genetics also may play a role in a narrow airway in the throat or enlarged adenoids or tonsils that contribute to airway obstruction. Men are twice as likely to have sleep apnea as women, and men who are older than age 60 have an increased
risk over younger men. Smokers are three times more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea over people who have never smoked. That's because, according to the Mayo Clinic, inflammation and mucus retention may occur in the upper airway. People who naturally have difficulty breathing through the nose may be at a higher risk for sleep apnea. After being tested for sleep apnea, which usually involves some sort of sleep test, whether at home or a nocturnal polysonmography that measures heart, lung and brain activity is conducted at a sleep center, a doctor may refer patients to an ear, nose and throat doctor if there is a physical obstruction causing the apnea. Recommendations may include losing weight, quitting smoking and other lifestyle changes if these are thought to be the primary causes behind the apnea. Therapies for obstructive sleep apnea can include continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, which uses a machine to deliver continuous air pressure into the nose and mouth to keep air passages open. There are other air pressure devices as well. Surgery, including implants or creating a new air passageway via a tracheostomy, may be necessary in severe cases that don't respond to other treatments. Sleep apnea is not a condition to take lightly. It affects millions of people and requires action to prevent other maladies resulting from lack of oxygen to the body.
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main dishes might allow time for an early morning Christmas hunt before the family arrives for dinner on Christmas day. One of my favorite times to hunt is Christmas Eve. Usually, I am hunting deer, and there is no more magical time to be in the woods than Christmas Eve. Water fowlers find it magical, as well. When coming from the woods, the field, or the water, the festivity of the season grabs you as you empty your gun. It doesnt matter if a big buck has walked into your field of view, or if a flock of geese came into your spread of decoys. As soon as you get to your vehicle and turn on the radio to the perpetual holiday music, you become happy to be alive. As your heart turns to family happiness, nothing else matters in the world. One of the biggest bucks of my lifetime came along on Christmas Eve in 2009. It was truly a time to remember; but what I remember most are the empty roads and holiday music on the radio as I drove home from the woods that evening. The deer occupies a special place in the spare room of my house known as the trophy room where many of my trophies adorn the walls. I cant help but hang Christmas ornaments from its antlers every year. The only thing missing from this years holiday hunt is the snow. Snow seems to complete the atmosphere of the time. Snow actually tilts the scales toward the hunter at this time of year. Deer become more visible in the woods, and geese seem easier to call to the decoys. Suddenly, fresh deer tracks become discernible compared to before the snow. Some deer hunters actually employ tracking tactics to get closer to the bucks that have eluded them during the pre-snow season. This works once; on the day that the snow falls. Man tracks mean as much to deer as deer tracks do to man. Therefore, another tactic is to avoid making man tracks and continue to hunt deer using pre-snow methods. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all hunters, anglers, and their families. Keith has hunted wild game and waterfowl in Maryland and other states for more than 45 years. When the fishing season wanes, you will find him in the woods until deer season finishes. Keith McGuire with a goose harvested before the end of time.
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Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, Dec. 27
Live Music: Dave Norris DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 6 p.m. Live Music: DJ Billy Big Dogs Paradise (28765 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville) 9 p.m. Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m. Live Music: The Pirhanas Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m. towne Neck Road, Leonardtown) 9 p.m. Live Music: Doug Segree Band Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 9 p.m. Live Music: Sam Grow Band Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m. Live Music: GrooveSpan Back Creek Bistro (14415 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m. New Years Eve Party Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 5 p.m. Live Music: No Green Jelly Beenz Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville) 9 p.m. Live Music: Juke Box Thieves Hollywood Volunteer Firehouse (24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) 8 p.m. Live Music: Country Memories Mechanicsville Moose Lodge #495 (27636 Mechanicsville Road, Mechanicsville) 9 p.m. Live Music: HydraFx The Green Door (18098 Point Lookout Road, Park Hall) 10 p.m. Live Music: Bill Bemton, George Henderson and Alan Friedrich Blue Dogg Saloon (7940 Port Tobacco Road, Port Tobacco) 9 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 30
Live Music: Charles Thompson Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 7 p.m. Live Music: RetroPhyt Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 28
Live Music: Country Memories Band St. Marys Landing (29935 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall) 7 p.m. Live Music: Bar Dogs Andersons Bar (23945 Colton Point Road, Clements) 9 p.m. Live Music: The Musician Protection Program The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 1
Open Mic Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 6:30 p.m. Live Music: Fair Warning DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 31
Live Music: Funkzilla and New Years Eve Party Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 8 p.m. Live Music: Gridiron Grill Gridiron Grill (20855 Callaway Village Way, Callaway) 9 p.m. Live Music: Miles From Clever Cryers Back Road Inn (22094 New-
Wednesday, Jan. 2
Live Music: Mason Sebastian DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 p.m. Cinema Caf Calvert Library (850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 29
Live Music: Tony Lapera
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Classes at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center
artLAB Schools Out Classes Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. The artLAB at Annmarie Garden will be open during the school break, Dec. 26 - Jan. 1, 2013, 1 to 4 p.m., daily. Break out of school boredom and come to Annmarie Garden to make a special seasonal project. The artLAB is free with general admission. Take a break from creating and explore the art galleries, the outdoor garden, and visit The Giftshop at Annmarie. New winter hours for the artLAB, beginning Jan. 4, 2013. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org or call 410-326-4640. artLAB New Hours Staring Jan. 4, 2013 Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. The artLAB at Annmarie Garden will have new winter hours and will be open Friday through Monday, 2 to 5 p.m., beginning Jan. 4, 2013 through March. Should you want to visit during the week (at a different time), group visits for all ages can be organized, simply call 410-326-4640 or email artlab@annmariegarden.org to schedule your visit. artLAB Moms Club Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. artLAB Moms Club at Annmarie Garden is held on the first and third Monday of each month. These lightly guided sessions will help your child make great art, fun toys, creative costumes, and new friends. This club is perfect for preschoolers, ages 3-5. Mark your calendars, Dec. 3 and 17, 10 to 12 p.m. and new hours in 2013. Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18, March 4, and March 18, 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. Homechool Tuesdays Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. Annmarie Garden will host Homechool Tuesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., on Jan. 15, Feb. 19, and March 19. Add a little artLAB to your homeschool curriculum as we invent, build, and discover through guided challenges. Ideal for ages 7-12 years, but all ages can participate. No registration required; $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. Wednesday Wine Nights Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. 5 to 7 p.m. Annmarie Garden will host Wednesday Wine Nights, the third Wednesday night of each month, 5 to 7 p.m. (drop in at any time), on Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, and March 20. Bring your favorite beverage or snack and get ready to turn trash to treasure as we create home dcor, fashion items, and jewelry. Adults only, no registration required. Cost is $7 per person. For more information visit annmariegarden.org or call 410326-4640. Plan a fun night out with your friends. Open Studio Days Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. Annmarie Garden will host Open Studio Days in the artLAB by appointment only. If you have want free reign in the artLAB to create, now is your chance. Email artlab@annmariegarden.org or call to schedule your session today. Cost is $7 per person.
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Community Events
Thursday, Dec. 27
Little Minnows Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 10 to 11 a.m. You Can Draw Me: Chesapeake Bay Sea Life and More Turtles presented by author Elaine Thompsen for children three to five-years-old. Sponsored by PNC Bank Grow Up Great Initiative, Thompsen will teach children how to draw a turtle swimming in a marsh by the bay, then have them paint it in with watercolors. Space is limited and pre-registration suggested: 410-326-2042 ext. 41. Free thanks to PNC. Turtle Talks Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 1 to 4 p.m. Join an interpreter in the Discovery room for an overview of the turtles that live in our area. Meet our juvenile turtles, our newest turtle resident, and touch a terrapin. Free with museum admission, fifteen-minute programs start at the top of every hour. Hunger Games Movie Showing Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850 Costley Way), 6 to 8:30 p.m. Join us for a showing of the recent popular movie based on Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Rated PG13. This is a free event. For more information: 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Tuesday, Jan. 1
Polar Bear Plunge North Beach, 1 p.m. Pre-registration this year. Go to www.northbeachmd.org to pre-register and pay $25 fee (through PayPal) to ensure you receive a plunge T-shirt and certificate. Preregistration ends Dec. 28. You may register the day of the event. Net proceeds of the plunge go to the North Beach Boys and Girls Club. Hot Chocolate and marshmallows by the bonfire.
Wednesday, Jan 2
Gentle Yoga Northeast Community Center - 9:30 a.m. Free Gentle Yoga Class. Begin the new year with Yoga! Learn basic techniques to encourage flexibility and relaxation. Instructor: Cristal Toribio, cristalrae@ massagethearpy.com Movie and Discussion Calvert Library, 850 Costely Way, Prince Frederick, 6 p.m. Come watch a motivating and triumphant film about the power of the human spirit, based on Dan Millmans bestselling book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior. A gifted young athlete, bound for Olympic gold, has it all: trophies, talent, and all the women he wants. But after a tragic accident, Dan comes to rely on a mysterious stranger, and an elusive young woman, to teach him the secret to overcome incredible odds and tap into new worlds of strength and understanding. Lights go down at 6 p.m. for the film, followed by a short discussion ending by 8:30 p.m. Light refreshments and coffee will be served. For more information call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Friday, Dec. 28
The World of the Megalodon Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 1 to 4 p.m. Join an interpreter in the fossil hall for an overview of these gargantuan giants and learn what was in the water with them 8 to 20 million years ago. Free with museum admission, 15 minute programs starting at the top of every hour. Creativity Workshop 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. This is a free event. For more information: 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Thursday, Jan. 3
Meditation Norheast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach 9:30 a.m. Curious about mediation? This free session offers an invitation to explore stillness with breath awareness and relaxation techniques. Northeast Community Center. Instructor: Cristal Toribio, cristalrae@massagetherapy. com Seniors Meeting Dunkirk Baptist Church 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd. Dunkirk, 10:30 a.m. All seniors are welcome to join us for our monthly meetings followed by lunch the first Thursday of the month in the Dunkirk Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. seniors@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org
Sunday, Dec. 30
Seahorses Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 1 to 4 p.m. Join an interpreter by the seahorse exhibit to get a look at these sea dragons with monkey tails. Learn about their exotic courtship and unconventional birth. Explore their habitat, their relatives, and why there are so few of them left. Free with museum admission, 15 minute programs starting on the top of every hour.
Friday, Jan. 4
Skate North Beach End of the pier over the Chesapeake Bay, 9023 Bay Ave, North Beach, 6 to 10 p.m. Admission is $5, skate rental is $3, and hot chocolate is $1. You may bring your own skates based on availability. Ice rink is made from synthetic material. Call Town Hall at 301-855-6681 or Welcome Center at 410-286-3799. Hula Hooping Northeast Community Center - 7:15 p.m. Enjoy a fun evening of Hula Hooping. Explore simple tricks, dance and play with hula hoops. This free session will be offered at the Northeast Community Center. Open to all levels, no experience necessary. Hoops provided. Please email cristalrae@massagetherapy.com with questions.
Monday, Dec. 31
New Years Eve Dinner-Dance American Legion 206, Chesapeake Beac, 6 p.m. The American Legion Post 206 on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach is hosting the New Years Party youll want to attend. Doors open at 6 pm and festivities commence with hot hors doeuvres, then dinner, followed by dancing to the tunes of the Snakebite Band, a champagne toast to bring in the New Year, and finally a continental breakfast. Cost is $45 each or $75 per couple. Tickets may be purchased from the Bartender. For more information, call 301-855-6466.
Monday, Jan. 21
Schools Art, Arts In Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. 9 to 4 p.m. Register at Annmarie Garden today for the next Schools Art, Art Is In full-day program, for Grades K-2 or Grades 3-5. Students will learn all about the animal kingdom through art, with a specific focus on Magnificent Mammals. Call today to pre-register for this popular class at 410-326-4640; Members $35, Non-Members $40. Register early, as spaces are limited. For more information please visit www.annmariegarden.org
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Saturday, Jan. 5
Skate North Beach End of the pier over the Chesapeake Bay, 9023 Bay Ave, North Beach, 12 to 10 p.m. Admission is $5, skate rental is $3, and hot chocolate is $1. You may bring your own skates based on availability. Ice rink is made from synthetic material. Call Town Hall at 301-855-6681 or Welcome Center at 410-286-3799.
Sunday, Jan. 6
Skate North Beach End of the pier over the Chesapeake Bay, 9023 Bay Ave, North Beach, 12 to 6 p.m. Admission is $5, skate rental is $3, and hot chocolate is $1. You may bring your own skates based on availability. Ice rink is made from synthetic material. Call Town Hall at 301-855-6681 or Welcome Center at 410-286-3799.
cally returned which means there are never any overdue charges. If you are interested in downloading electronic audio books or electronic print books, then our Life Long Learning class, Downloading Books using Overdrive is for you. Calvert Library is part of a statewide consortium that buys ebooks for Maryland library customers to check out on the ereading device of their preference. If you have one, feel free to bring your e-reader, laptop, tablet or smartphone and your library card for hands-on practice.
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Through Sunday, Dec. 30
Artworks@7th Artworks@7th is located at 9100 Bay Avenue in North Beach, 1 to 6 p.m. Please join us at the opening reception for our holiday gift show featuring small works by over 25 local artists, including jewelry, ceramics, paintings, prints, cards, fabric art, ornaments and more. The show goes from Nov. 29 thru Dec. 30. Artworks@7th is a cooperative gallery with 23 artists in media ranging from pottery, sculpture, ceramics, glassware, custom art jewelry, and stained glass to landscape paintings and photographs with views of Chesapeake and North Beach, of local scenery, barns and farmland, water views, equestrian art and historic views of Washington, D.C. We also have wonderful florals and still life in pastel, oil and watercolor. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday or by appointment. For more information or directions call 410-286-5278 or go to www. artworksat7th.com
Friday, Jan. 11
Worship Night Dunkirk Baptist Church 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd. Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Join us in the DBC Sanctuary for a night of worship. Contact DBC office at 301-855-3555 or office@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org to share your gift in worship to our Heavenly Father.
Tuesday, Jan. 8
Ladies Bible Study Dunkirk Baptist Church 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd. Dunkirk, 9 a.m. Studying LifeChange Bible Study Series: Acts in the fellowship hall. Childcare provided For more information, contact: women@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org
Saturday, Jan. 12
Orientation Session to Prepare for GED or Earn External High School Diploma Hunting Creek Annex, 4105 Old Town Road, Huntingtown, 9 a.m. If you are over 16 years old, out of school, and need a high school diploma, the Adult Education Program can help you. Adult Education Classes, which help you prepare for the GED Test or the External Diploma Program, are offered during the day and during the evening in various sites within the county. To enroll in an Adult Education class, students must participate in an Orientation and Skills Assessment before being assigned to class. For more information and/or to register, please call the Adult Education Program at 410-535-7382 or visit the Adult Education website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/ other/adulted/index.htm
Wednesday, Jan. 9
Learn About eReader Services at Library Calvert Library, Fairview Branch, 8120 Southern Maryland Boulevard Owings, 7 p.m. Did you get an ereader for the holidays? Do you want to save money on ebooks? Or are you looking for a way to pass time on your commute? The many advantages of ebooks include the ability to change the print size, the flexibility of downloading from home, and they are automati-
Library Events
Thursday, Dec. 27
Movie based on Hunger Games Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 6-8:30 p.m. Join us for a showing of the recent popular movie based on Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Rated PG-13. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Friday, Dec. 28
On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 1-4:00 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Monday, Dec. 31
Library Closes early for New Years Eve. 5 p.m.
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