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This years Solomons Island Bar Crawl will benefit PJ Aldridge. From left is Will Esham, Craig Casey, Rob Taylor, Pj Aldridge, Buddy Trala, Blaine Champlin and Rico Liberto.
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116 bikers braved the heat to run the 2nd Annual Ronnie Marshall Poker Run on July 24, raising more than $2,400 for Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF). SEE PAGE 15
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Dave Spiggy Spigler the local celebrity who is a member of the unofficial cheerleading squad of the Washington Redskins, The Hogettes is hosting his annual Childrens Charities Benefit for the 17th straight year. SEE PAGE 10
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Asst. Chief Ricky Smith, wearing his Underdog t-shirt, at the Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department during a boot drive held for Smith to help pay for his battle with lung cancer. SEE PAGE 7
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Susan Shaw, 62, Republican
Candidate for Calvert County Commissioner, residing in District 2 Occupation Calvert County Commissioner; Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist Volunteer associations, memberships and previous political experience I am finishing my second term as a Calvert County Commissioner, District 2. I serve as the Commissioner representative on the Boards of Anns Circle (Ann Marie Garden); the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park; the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse; the Community Foundation Board and I am the Commissioner representative on Veterans Issues. I am a member of Huntingtown United Methodist Church, various Republican groups, and numerous other professional and community organizations. I am a long-time Hospice volunteer and a member of the MD State Critical Incident Stress Management Team and the Volunteer Health Corps as a Disaster Responder. Why should voters vote for you? Voters should Choose Susan because I make tough decisions based on research and facts. I am an experienced and educated professional. I am involved in the community and accessible. I am pro-business. I listen, am open, and fair-minded. My record includes the Cove Point pool, library, the Hall Aquatic Center, the school funding formula that provides full funding for our schools, a AAA bond rating, holding the line on taxes and spending, no furloughs, and a balanced budget. I would like the privilege of continuing to serve for another term until the financial future is clearer. Proven leadership and a steady hand are essential to keep our debt low, keep taxes low, and still continue to provide a stellar quality of life during these stormy economic times. I am humbled and honored when our neighbors tell me that I am a needed Voice of Reason for our citizens.
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Dawn Balinski, 56
Candidate for Calvert County Board of Education, at-large Occupation: Treasurer, Maryland Forestry Boards Foundation; Co-owner, Benthic Telesis, Inc. Volunteer associations Citizens Advisory Committee to the Calvert County Board of Education for 7 years, 2 years as Chair; Economic Development Commission for 4 years, sit on Zoning subcommittee; League of Women Voters of Calvert County for 12 years, past Treasurer, Chair of Green Study, co-authored The Education Fact Book; Calvert County Citizens Green Team for 2 years, co-Chair of Calverts Green Expo; Calvert County Forestry Board for 1 year, current Treasurer; past member Calvert County Commission for Women; member of PTSA at all levels of my childrens schooling. I have committed myself to community service in every one of my 16 years in Calvert County, with experience in organizations supporting educational, business and environmental concerns. As a parent of a recently graduated senior and a junior in high school, I have volunteered at every level of Calverts public schools and have supported the PTSA every year. As a businessperson, I bring a results-oriented approach to the table. Please visit my website for full detail on my qualifications, civic and work experience as well as my strategies and priorities for the Board of Education: Facebook.com/ dawnbalinski.
David C. Cole, 47
Candidate for Calvert County Board of Education, at-large Occupation I am the owner of Patriot NTNL Mortgage Corporation Volunteer associations, memberships and previous political experience I have been an active member of the PTA for 8 years Why should voters vote for you? I would ask for people to vote for me because my skill set matches the challenges that will face the BOE in the coming term. I have extensive experience in budget analysis and negotiations. Having three daughters in the school system currently has allowed me to see needs and challenges at several different levels. I believe I can work effectively with the current board members to continue their outstanding work. If elected I promise to work hard for the system with an emphasis on clear communications.
partisan. As a Republican, Bartlett would have automatically made it onto the September 14 primary ballot. However, he wont be on any ballot because too many of his signatures have been declared invalid by the Calvert County Election Board. Bartlett was required to collect 588 valid signatures from registered voters. He collected 729, but 282 signatures were automatically disqualified because the circulator of the petition failed to date the form before turning it in. V. Charles Donnelly of Solomons wanted his name placed on the November General Election ballot for Calvert County Commissioner, unaffiliated with any political party. He collected 811 signatures, but 265 were rejected, including 202 signatures because they were not legible or did not match the printed name on the petition form or the name on their voter registration card on file. Donnelly says he believes the Board has misapplied the rules for signature verification and reviewed the signatures in an arbitrary manner. He gave the Chesapeake Current some examples. Barbara Stinnett printed her name with no middle initial and signed with no middle initial, and her signature was accepted. On the next petition page, a husband and wife signed the same way. The husbands signature was accepted and the wifes signature rejected. Steve Kullen, the husband of (Maryland Delegate) Sue Kullen (D-27B) also had his signature rejected while its style and format is the same as Barbara Stinnetts. Many of my signatures were also rejected because the board would not accept the signers handwriting style or penmanship. The local election board also rejected attorney and candidate for Orphans Court Thomas Michael Pelagattis signature despite the fact that he was both a petitioner and circulator of the petition form for Donnellys campaign. As a result of the inconsistencies, Donnelly is going to court. He tells The Southern Calvert Gazette that he has filed a complaint in Calvert County Circuit Court, which is scheduled to be heard on Sept. 1. Donnelly says, While the action is to place my name on the ballot, it is more about the voter rights, voter participation in the process and the illegal disenfranchisement of voters. Calvert County Board of Election Administrator Gail Hatfield tells us that the requirement to collect a prescribed number of registered voter signatures to be included on a General Election Ballot reduces the number of potential candidates not seriously running for an office. The presumption is that a candidate is serious if they take the time and effort to collect signatures. The Maryland Board of Elections website recommends candidates collect at least 30 percent more than required because a large number of signatures are disqualified for a number of reasons, including incomplete petition forms, signatures not matching the printed name, or the signer is not a registered voter. Hatfield agreed a large number of signatures are routinely rejected although she would not estimate the number. Bartlett says hes frustrated because he did not receive any guidance defining a valid signature. He said he called the office and was verbally told one thing but found out something different when he turned in his signatures. Furthermore, he wanted to turn some petitions in prior to the deadline to check for problems but was told he had to turn them in all at once. However, the Maryland Board of Election website information for candidates suggests differently. Hatfield says that the state guidelines for completing candidate petitions are included in the candidate package. However, both Donnelly and Bartlett deny receiving these guidelines. By Corrin McHugh Howe (SCG) info@somdpublishing.net
ohn Rodney Bartlett of Huntingtown, who had hoped to run for Calvert County Sheriff, says he decided to change his political party affiliation from Republican to non-partisan because he believes public safety should be non-
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ing Friday, Sept. 3 through Thursday, Sept. 9, except for Sunday, Sept. 5 when early voting centers are closed. For the general election, early voting centers will be open starting Friday, Oct. 22 through Thursday, Oct. 28, except for Sunday, Oct. 24 when early voting centers are closed. Early voting centers hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day of early voting. Anyone in line at 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote. The Primary Election day is Sept. 14 and the General Election Day is Nov. 2. However, any registered voter in Maryland can choose to vote early. Senior citizens or physically challenged people needing transportation to the Calvert County Early Voting Center can get a ride with the Calvert County Democratic Womens Club. They will provide non-partisan transportation from the North Beach Senior Center on Saturday, Sept. 4 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The only early voting center in Calvert County is located at Calvert County Elections Office, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick. If you have questions or want more information, contact Clara Mae Buckmaster of the Democratic Womens Club at (410) 257-6517. By Diane Burr (CC) info@somdpublishing.net
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Boot Drive Held For Solomons Rescue Volunteer
nspired by the original Underdog cartoon hero and with a help from his family and friends, Ricky Smith plans to beat the lung cancer that has sidelined him from dispatching for Calvert County EMS and volunteering at the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. Early July 2010, Smith, 44, was having trouble sitting in his chair at work. He went to see the doctor who placed him on sick leave. It all started with back pain and then I found out I had lung cancer, Smith said. Hes already had one round of chemotherapy. On Aug. 22 approximately 30 rescue squad volunteers, including their children ranging 2 two to 12 years old, manned the main traffic intersections in Lusby for a boot drive collecting $3,256 in donations to offset Smiths medical expenses. Chief of Department Steve Nero said his station likes to hit the streets every few months to collect money from cars stopped at intersections. A typical boot drive covers a Saturday and Sunday for a few hours each day depending upon weather and any calls they receive. He said they typically designate the money collected for something specific, like a piece of equipment. In this case, they wanted to help Smiths family with the expenses associated with battling cancer. Smith has been a part of Calvert Countys volunteer fire and rescue community since he was 19 years old.
Convention. If passed, a new convention could see any number of amendments and changes ranging from a complete rewrite, (unlikely,) to language changes that clarify parts of the Constitution that the Attorney Generals office recently said, contains many parts that are inconsistent with each other. Keep in mind that Marylands Constitution is quite lengthy as-is. As of 2004, Marylands Constitution has been amended 200 times compared to an average of 115 times for other states. Delegate Sue Kullen (D-27B) echoes the sentiments of many in the Legislature that a Convention may or may not be the best use of tax dollars at this time. Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller agrees that a convention may be costly, recalling the convention of the 1960s. We are in tough times, but we are one of only fourteen states that retain our AAA bond rating, and by constitutional mandate, Marylands budget is required to be balanced each fiscal year. We live in a state where even during a recession, we have increased funding for public education. In the end, we may choose to leave well enough alone and vote no on the convention. However, those who believe Maryland needs a dramatic change, or simple changes in law should vote yes with pride, and know that his or her vote does matter, and that this is our generations opportunity to choose. Either way, this is an important part of each Marylanders existence to have taken part in the convention process. To learn more about Marylands Constitutional Conventions, I suggest visiting the League of Women Voters, including the League of Women Voters in Calvert County, which has been steadfastly reliable. Another great resource is the State of Marylands Archives online. About the Author: Nick Garrett is the owner of The Garrett Music Academy in Owings, published author, former candidate for commissioner, and has served and continues to serve on various boards and commissions in Calvert County.
Asst. Chief Ricky Smith, wearing his Underdog t-shirt, at the Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department during a boot drive held for Smith to help pay for his battle with lung cancer.
During a break in the middle of the day, Smith and his family sat with the volunteers who were out on the streets. They enjoyed the breeze that blew through the station as they ate hamburgers. Smith shared with fellow volunteers Debra Soltow, Melissa Haines and Jordan Haines that he has good days and bad days. On the bad days he cant sit up for more than five minutes. On the good days he likes to come down to the station and share his knowledge and experience since hes unable to lift a gurney. Wearing an Underdog t-shirt, Smith said he plans to face his cancer like famous dog who says, Have no fear, Underdog is here. By Corrin McHugh Howe (SCG) info@
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he United Way of Calvert Countys Day of Caring event is a launching pad for exploring your volunteer aspirations with local non-profit organizations doing good work in the community. Hundreds of employees from local businesses and people of all ages will volunteer for projects across Calvert County at the 16th annual Day of Caring on Wednesday, Sept. 15. Whether you spend the day playing checkers with a senior citizen, learning what it takes to be a youth mentor, or delivering meals to someone with disabilities, rest assured you are giving hope to those who need it most, a United Way press release states. Bayside Toyota hosts the Day of Caring kickoff celebration in their front parking lot in Prince Frederick with a continental breakfast courtesy of Spyros Bakery & Caf and inspiration speeches from local dignitaries, at 8 a.m. Every volunteer receives a free LIVE UNITED t-shirt, compliments of SMO-DMO, and heads out to the project of their choosing. Many employers have pledged manpower for the 2010 Day of Caring: from large companies such as Constellation Energy, PNC Bank, Community Bank of Tri-County, Lexus Nexus, Maryland Bank & Trust, Dominion and SMECO; to local businesses such as Amore Hair Salon, Polk Insurance & Investments, Chesapeake Potomac Home Health, Boyd Electronics/ Radio Shack, Lord Calvert Bowl and Kaine Homes; to local organizations such as Calvert County Government, Calvert County Public Schools, Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, Department of Juvenile Services and Catholic Charities. To find out how you or your workplace can get involved on Day of Caring, call United Way at 410-2860100, e-mail uwadmin@unitedwaycalvert.org or visit our website at www.unitedwaycalvert.org. It takes everyone in the community working together to create a brighter future.
Staff from the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce and Polk Insurance & Investments prepare warm meals for the homebound clients of Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry during the 2009 Day of Caring.
ate, he said. That includes capturing votes in Prince Georges County, which has the most voters in the district. Republicans have traditionally done poorly in the county: In 2008, Bailey won 12.9 percent of the vote there. GOP candidates have not campaigned there in the past, said Mykel Harris, chairman of the Prince Georges County Republican Central Steny Hoyer Committee. That is expected to change this election, he said. Charles is at least going to ask for the vote, said Harris, who is also Lollars campaign manager. Many Republicans see the African-American vote as hostile and to a large extent thats true. But at the end of the day there are people who want to be asked for their vote. If Lollar wins the nomination, he will be the best-funded candidate to face Hoyer since at least 2004, according to OpenSecrets.org. Lollar had raised $192,978 as of June 30, according to the most recent Federal Election Commission figures, and he said his campaign has raised another $50,000 to $60,000 since that filing. His goal is to raise $1.3 million to be able to seriously compete with Hoyer. We know how much its going to take for us to get the mes- Charles Lollar sage out at the end of the day, and well have that in the bank come September or October, Lollar said. Bailey had raised $112,343 as of June 30, more than four times his 2008 total. But most of that came from a $100,000 loan Bailey made to his campaign last September, according to the FEC. Although Lollar and Bailey have more money than most previous GOP challengers in the district, their fundraising still pales in comparison to Hoyer, who has raised more than $3.3 million and had more than $1.5 million on hand, according to FEC records. Hoyers money doesnt intimidate me in the least bit, Bailey said. Money Collins Bailey is a wonderful thing. But money doesnt vote. By David Saleh Rauf (Capital News Service)
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14 acres worth of under water habitat in Helens Creek. Though the program has been underway for three years, watermen have not yet been able to benefit from the planting, Zinn said. They are just now getting big enough to harvest, Zinn said, who added that because of refrigeration requirements from the county health department it was difficult to harvest oysters in the summer. Watermen would have to wait until October to be able to harvest the oysters more readily, he said. But watermen are not completely sold on the idea of aquaculture, which requires them to lease river bottom from the state in order to have their own harvestable oyster areas. Watermen have protested that they have not been able to individually afford the cost of leasing bottom from the state, which has been pushing the change to aquaculture. Zinn said that the Calvert association was acting as a cooperative to pool resources to purchase the leases. The jurys still out, Zinn said of watermens assessment of aquaculture. Zinn said that this summer has been unusually hot and dry with high salt content in the water, which are ideal conditions for MSX and dermo, two diseases that have struck they regions oyster population heavily for nearly 20 years. Zinn said that the aquaculture experiment could be harmed by the recent conditions. By Guy Leonard (CT) info@
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County Launches Business Expansion Guide
f youd like to start, expand or relocate a business in Calvert County, a new online resource offered by the Economic Development Department can give you valuable insight. The guide provides stepby-step advice for negotiating the various stages of business development, from free resources to assist with business start-up to details on licensing, inspection and permits. The idea is to help potential business owners avoid costly and time-consuming roadblocks. For those new to the process, and even for those with some experience, the steps to developing or expanding a business can seem daunting, said Calvert County Board of County Commissioners President Wilson Parran. A
keen businessperson needs to consider local and state regulations that govern zoning, customer health and safety, environmental regulations, various permits and licenses and more. The online guide walks business owners through the process involved in three business scenarios: creating a home-based business, locating a business in an existing building and constructing a new building. At each step, links lead to additional outside resources to appropriate state agencies, for example and to county government staff who can help further. To view the Start-up, Expansion and Relocation Guide, visit www.co.cal.md.us/ business/starting.
which vendors put a particular item on the block and those interested place bids one quarter for cheaper items, and four quarters for items at approach $100 in value. There is also a 50/50 raffle (with half of the proceeds going to the fire and rescue squad) and a product raffle in addition to 10 rounds of vendor item bidding. Vendors include Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Longaberger, Discovery Toys, Scentsy Wickless Scents, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Avon and others. The event takes place every second Sunday of the month at the Firehouse meeting room. They are just awesome, we have so much fun, said Lydia Browne, a vendor and volunteer organizer. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Admission is $3, which includes a bidders paddle and entry to a door prize drawing. For more information, or to sign up as a vendor, contact Browne at 410-867-8573.
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nnmarie Garden is announcing a call for entries for text/message. Text/ message invites artists ages 13- 19 to submit works of art that confronts what it means to be a teen in the world today. This student exhibition will showcase the talent, creativity and perspectives to todays teen culture in an exhibit at Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park and Arts Center, Nov. 13 through Jan. 30, 2011. Awards will be presented (as savings bonds or gift certificates) at a Dec. 5 reception. Teens working in all media are invited to submit works to this show, including, but not limited to digital, visual (2D and 3D), performing, and literary arts. All artworks must include text or a message in the body of the work. Individual or group entries are welcome. All submitted works will be posted on Facebook and the public will be invited to vote and /or comment on the artwork. Entry deadline for this exhibit is Sept. 30. For more information, download a prospectus at www.annmariegarden.org.
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to participate in the golf tournament, while Redskins cheerleaders will be on hand to bring in refreshments. Spigler said that the proceeds from the event will help not only charities but specific children in the region, though the economic conditions have made getting charitable donations difficult. We try to gross between $50,000 and $60,000, Spigler said. But all the nonprofits are hurting right now. By Guy Leonard
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own home. They will be working along side the volunteers to earn their hours of Sweat Equity. The Build is tentatively scheduled to start September 17th and 18th. The Patuxent Habitat for Humanity Calvert 2010 Apostles Build is a partnership of churches that work together to support the construction of a home for a deserving family in the community. The Churches include: Christ Church, First Lutheran, Huntingtown United Methodist, Our Lady Star of the Sea, St. John Vianney, Trinity Lutheran, Emmanuel UMC, Grace Brethren, Middleham & St. Peters Parish, Saint Nicholas Lutheran, St. Pauls Episcopal, Trinity UMC, Calvert Baptist, Greater Mount Zion Church, Olivet UMC, Solomons UMC, St. Paul UMC. Patuxent Habitat extends a profound thanks to the Board of County Commissioners for helping us through this process, Doherty said. For more information about Volunteer opportunities with Patuxent Habitat for Humanity visit www.patuxenthabitat.org or contact the Patuxent Habitat office on 301-8636227 or 410-326-9050.
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While recently working on our family history project with my brother who was visiting from Colorado, we discovered an amazing collection of family letters, photos, and WWII documentation, that served as a reminder of the real sacrifices made during the war then, and now. Reading through this tattered box of fading letters from the 1940s, we gained valuable insight on the last days and moments surrounding the death of my Uncle, Corporal William Herbert Pearce, of the 468th Bomber Wing Air Force Unit on 7-13-1945. Much of our family history since that day, in fact, has been forged on the impact of my young Uncles sacrifice, and death, as he was only 23. Further investigation of our collection of letters and photos also produced a startling connection to two notable U.S. historical figures, Frank V. Ortiz, Jr, who later became a distinguished U.S. Ambassador and member of the State Department, and George Wallace, who later became Governor of Alabama. Both Mr. Ortiz and Mr. Wallace were stationed with my Uncle on Tinian Island, in the South Pacific. Mr. Ortiz, according to the letters, was a close friend of my Uncle, as well as a crew member on the plane that went down that day, just weeks prior to the Japanese surrender. As such, Mr. Ortiz wrote numerous letters to my family at that time, and for a period of several years beyond. Our collection of letters also includes letters and interesting documents from Governor Wallace and his wife, who also later became Governor of Alabama upon then end of Mr. Wallaces terms as Governor. As my brother and I delved further into this awesome assortment of detailed letters, photos, uniform patches, and War Department letters and shipping orders, we were reminded that so much was given by so many at that time, that we so take for granted as Americans today. These events of some 65 years ago are still a vivid part of our family history,
but more importantly, a reminder of what our Military families are enduring today concerning their loved ones defending our freedoms all over the world. We have been truly touched by the fascinating letters and actions of those surrounding my Uncle William, and our family, during that difficult time, and especially the lengths they went through to extend their condolences and insights to my grandparents and family. Also lost that day in July 1945 was young William Teague, whos familiy also corresponded with our family for years to come. Our hope now is to reach the families of those who sent the letters, in the hopes they may find value in the memories and events shared in such descriptive and inspiring detail. In a time before emails, texting, and cell phones, the primary method of long distance communication was writing letters. What a lost art this has become it seems, and we will treasure our letters for many years to come. As a mother of a young child, I hope to also instill in my daughter the values of Duty, Honor, and Country, that my father so proudly instilled in my sister, brother, and I. Perhaps our collection of letters and photos that have been stored for years in my fathers West Point Army trunk, toted from place to place as we moved around, will also remind us to be grateful for all of the freedoms we do now enjoy, despite everything else going on in the news to the contrary. Our taxes may be high, our property values may be low, we may be out of work, and we may have loved ones fighting for unsure causes all over the world, but we do still live in the greatest nation of opportunities in the world, where many have perished for us, in the name of freedom. Susan Pearce Ditch Hollywood, MD
When serious engine trouble hits, the Engine Repower Council (ERC) recommends that vehicle owners ask themselves if they should repower or replace the vehicle. Many motorists dont consider repowering and instead take on the financial burden of buying a new car. That choice can result in a cost difference of thousands of dollars. With repowering, the vehicles engine is disassembled, cleaned, machined and remanufactured to be as good as new. This is the best option, since repowered engines are dependable, reliable and backed by excellent warranty programs. Some may choose a used or junk yard engine. The risk here is that the used engine has an unknown performance and maintenance history, which means you may be asking for more problems. The Engine Repower Council has created a cost comparison chart of
popular vehicles to illustrate the cost difference between repowering and purchasing a new vehicle. For example, to replace a worn out engine with a remanufactured/rebuilt engine in a 1980 to 1995 full size V8 domestic pickup would cost $2,700 to $3,450 compared to an average cost of $30,000 to purchase a new vehicle. The cost savings is significant even without taking into account auto loan interest and increased insurance rates. To learn more about engine repowering and view the Engine Repower Councils cost comparison chart, visit www.enginerepower.org <http://www. enginerepower.org> and click on Cost Comparisons. Ken Carter, Chairman Engine Repower Council
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By Andrea Shiell Staff Writer ocals from both sides of the Thomas Johnson Bridge will be adding a cause to their September 11 plans as they host the 2nd Annual Solomons Island Bar Crawl, sponsored by the Hurricane Alley Alumni Association, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., this year raising money for their friend PJ Aldridge, who has been battling Stage IV lung cancer. Jodi Aldridge, 38, who is married to PJs cousin Lewie, said she had known PJ for several years before he was diagnosed in February, 2010, and the news came as a shock to the family, who had helped host a bar crawl on Solomons Island for a similar cause this time last year. My husband owned a bar called Hurricane Alley on Solomons Island and after they closed, in the last year or so, people had been saying we should all get together and have a Hurricane Alley reunion, it would be so much fun and at the same time, last year would have been his 25th high school reunion, and nobody had planned a reunion. Thats when the Aldridges plan for a bar crawl came into being, said Jodi, going on to explain that last years crawl had covered not only a reunion function with proceeds going to charity, but served also as a last boost to local businesses before their normal season ended. We both have been here a really long time, and we also know too that because of the economy that people are really struggling, especially businesses so we made it the last weekend the Tiki Bar was open, the reason being that its right before the off-season, so we figured it would be a really great
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n July 24, one of the hottest days on record this year, 116 bikers braved the heat to run the 2nd Annual Ronnie Marshall Poker Run. The organizers of the poker run, Tammy and
hand. The group headed north to Chesapeake Beach where at Traders Restaurant another card was picked for their hand. The group headed across the Benedict Bridge and down into St. Marys County where cards were picked at the Seabreeze Restaurant and Toots Bar. Then finally
by and Jean, who donated the pig, helped get a tent and found many donations. Mike and April Ricker, owners of CJs Back Room, donated the use of their facility and supplied food. All of the locations on the poker run. Leigh, the fabulous jewelry maker, Billy of Monster Ink, Q-Ball for his book, and their many wonderful volunteers: Darlene, Donna, Jenny, Kim, Lynn, Tim, Scott, Chris, Wendy, Tabatha, Michele, Kelly, Sharon, Margen, Lois, Rick, Chris, Heather, Bobby and so many others. The party went well into the evening
with the music of Snakebite, a kick ass Southern Maryland biker rock & roll band. There were 50/50s, raffles and door prizes. A six-hour charter fishing trip provided by Bite Me Fishing Charters was auctioned off. As Snakebite played in the background, John and Tammy had this to say, It is amazing to us that all of these people, our friends, neighbors, family, came out today to help us fight this deadly disease. The community cares and they are showing it. We have already set our date for next year July 23, 2011. Well be back next year to continue the fight against Multiple Myeloma.
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John Kuntz, raised more than $2,400 for Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF). Multiple myeloma is a cancer that starts in plasma cells, a type of white blood cell. The most common type of plasma cell cancer, more than 20,000 people each year in the United States learn that they have this disease. Myeloma cells collect in the bone marrow and damage the solid part of the bone then spreads to other tissues and organs, such as the kidneys. Starting at CJs Back Room in Lusby, each rider picked a card to start their poker
back across the Thomas Johnson Bridge to CJs to choose that last card. The winner was the one with the best poker hand. But winning a poker hand was not the reason these people braved the heat to participate in the poker run. They came out to support a cause that is very near and dear to Tammy and John Kuntzs heart finding a cure for Multiple Myeloma, a disease that killed Tammys dad, Ronnie Marshall. Ronnie Marshall died in January 2009. He was a man who loved his family and his Harley. To honor him and to try to raise awareness and money for research, Tammy and her husband John, both motorcycle enthusiasts, held their first poker run in 2009. This year the heat threatened to stop the run, but their friends, family and supporters showed that they were not going to let temperatures reaching 102 degrees stop them from fighting this deadly disease. John and Tammy want to thank the many supporters who helped them that day. Charlie Bowen, who Submitted Photo came out at 7 a.m. to cook the pig. Knob-
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Mamie Domras, 82
Mamie J. Domras, 82 wife of Philip C. Domras of Lusby, MD passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick, MD. She was born on September 17, 1927 in Gay, West Virginia to the late Jessie H. Tuttle and Tressie H. Stewart Tuttle. Her father worked in the oil fields, her mother as a sales clerk in stores in Spencer, West Virginia. Her father died in 1966, her mother remarried Leslie Burns and she died in 1991. Mamie lived with her grandmother while attending Ripley High School. Mamie graduated from high school on May 24, 1945. Mamie and a classmate Garnet Hunt signed up to go to work in Washington, D. C. with the Food and Drug Administration as clerks. Mamie retired in 1982 as an Administrative Assistant. Mamie and Garnet Hunt lived in a basement apartment on 12th Street, S. E. Her husband Phil met her while walking home on Portland Street and started talking to her. She was nervous and he kept going the same way she was. When she got to the rear of her apartment he told her that he lived in the house at the end of the back alley. They started dating and on New Years Eve and were married at his parents home in 1947. They moved into their first apartment together on 2nd Street, then bought a house in Wheaton, MD in 1964. They sold there home in Wheaton, MD in 1986 and moved into their new home in Lusby, MD were she remained until her death. Mamie is survived by her loving husband Philip Domras of Lusby, MD; nieces, nephews and many devoted friends. The fam-
ily received friends on Monday, August 30, at the Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby, at 10:30 AM until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 noon; interment followed at MD Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. Should friends desire contributions may be made in her memory to the American Legion Post #274 Auxiliary, 11820 H. G. Trueman Rd., Lusby, MD 20657.
Richard Emelio, 70
Richard William Bill Emelio, 70, of M i l lsboro, DE, formerly of Lothian, MD and North Beach, MD, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2010 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, DE after a long and painful struggle with cancer. Bill was the fifth child of Richard and Josephine Smith Emelio, born September 27, 1939 in Washington, D.C. Bill is survived by a large and extended family; first and foremost, his beloved wife Gina (Shull) Emelio; his three children, Mary Joanne Emelio of Lancaster, PA, Richard Rick Emelio and his wife Linda of La Plata, MD, and Angela Donovan of Churchville, MD; his grandchildren, Gabriel, Dominic and Christina Emelio and Alyssa and Grace Webster; his step-children, Matthew Rusch of Lusby, MD, Alicia Niki Hurrey and husband Scott of Charlestown, WV, and Lucas Roberts and wife Shannon of Crofton, MD; and step-grandchildren Sabrina Rusch, Elizabeth Johnson, Gina Rusch, Jackson
and Marlee Hurrey and Alexander Roberts. Bill is also survived by his sister Toni Emelio Doucette of Chesapeake Beach, MD. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his four older siblings, Mary Elwood, Joanne Cunningham, Dominic Emelio and Carol Newton. To mourn his passing Bill leaves numerous nieces, nephews and cousins as well as many friends in Delaware and in Calvert County. During his working career Bill owned and operated Emelio Painting Company for over 30 years, working throughout the metropolitan Washington area in residential and commercial establishments. Upon his retirement several years ago Bill and Gina moved from Lothian, MD to the small community of Millsboro, DE to enjoy the ocean, drive through the neighborhood in their golf cart, and live their lives with their two special childrenManny, their Black Labrador retriever and Moe, a typical Heinz 57 variety dog. Bill had a lifelong love of Harley Davidson motorcycles, vintage street rods and muscle cars. He was truly a child of the 1950s. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Bills name may be made to the Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. The caring, concern and love shown to Bill, Gina, the entire Emelio family and Bills many visitors will never be forgotten, and will forever remain in their hearts.
Carroll Freeland, 75
Carroll Nathaniel Freeland, 75, of Owings, MD passed away on July 6, 2010 at 830 W. Mt. Harmony
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Road, Owings, MD. Ca r roll Nathaniel Freeland was born June 21, 1935 in Chaney, MD. He was the fourth of five children of the late Russell and Anita Freeland. He was educated in the public school system of Calvert County and after attending Halls Creek Elementary School and William Sampson Brooks High School. He was employed with Thomas Lumber Company and then moved on to Owings Lumber Company which later became Sneades ACE Hardware, and he worked there until his health failed in 1993. Whenever he spoke of the hardware store, he would always say ACE is the Place. He had a true passion for playing baseball and was the first baseman for the Owings Eagles Baseball team. He was well known for his ability to stretch out, capture the ball and to get the base runner OUT. In 1966 he was married to Myrtle E. Holland and from this union two children were born. He also became the loving father of three stepchildren. The children called him Dad, but would sometimes call him Curly, the nickname that they gave him. Carroll was a well loved member of Coopers United Methodist Church and served on the Board of Trustees and the Usher Board. Carroll loved to eat (fried chicken), cut grass, go sightseeing, listen to gospel music (The Sensational Nightingales), socialize and spend time with family and friends. He especially liked watching sports and was a loyal fan of the Baltimore Orioles, the Washington Redskins and the Wizards. He will always be remembered for his strength, great work ethics, his jokes/sense of humor, quick wit, sound advice and the conversations with family and friends, and especially the conversations held around the kitchen table. We will never forget his famous quote Come strong to the mic and his unique way of just giving us enough words of wisdom to keep us coming back for more. He leaves fond memories to be cherished by his wife Myrtle Freeland; three daughters Vanessa Collins (William), Alice Harrod
(Marvin), Corlisa Brooks (Shawn); three sons Marshall Cooper (Debbie), Anthony Cooper (Rosie), Carlton Freeland (Shneekie); ten grandchildren, Matari, Lateashia, Lashonda, Omar, Michelle, Renee, Carlton Jr., Shawn Jr., Shavonah, Marvin Jr.; one brother, Stanley Freeland (Anne Mae); sisters Sadie Spriggs (Norris -deceased), Ellen Wills (Isaac) brother-in-laws, George Holland, Lewis Howard, Russell Holland Jr., Jesse Holland Sr., Theodore Holland (deceased), Dexter Holland Sr.; sister-in laws Thelma Howard, Bertina Howard (Roscoe -deceased) and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. In addition to his parents and in-laws, he was preceded in death by his sister Hazel (Richard -deceased). Funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Huntingtown, MD with Pastor Sandra Smith officiating. The interment was at Coopers UM Church Cemetery, Dunkirk, MD. The pallbearers were Marshall Omar Cooper, Jesse Holland, Jr., Lamont Howard, Dexter Holland, Sr., Jesse Holland, Sr., and Samuel Pumphrey, Jr. The honorary pallbearers were Family and Friends. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
Audrey Hood, 81
Aud rey A. Hood, 81, of Lusby, MD formerly of District Heights, MD passed away on August 13, 2010 in Solomons, MD. She was born on August 3, 1929 in Washington, DC to the late John and Bertie Cornnell Jacobs. She was the beloved wife of James K. Hood whom she married on August 19, 1947 in Washington, DC. Audrey worked as a cashier and homemaker. She loved singing, cooking, canning, gardening, and cake decorating and was a member of the Southern Calvert Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, May Seaton. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, James K. Hood of Lusby, MD; children,
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James E. Hood of Fredericksburg, VA and Robert D. Hood and wife Susan of Lusby, MD; ex daughter in- law, Juanita Hood; grandchildren and spouses, Holly Shunk and Christian, Brandon Hood and Lara, Laura Hood, Shauna Hood, Andrew Hood, and Andrea Hood; great grandchildren, Mason Hood and Alyssa Hood. A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at 11 AM in the Olivet United Methodist Church with Rev. Faith Lewis officiating. The family request contributions to made in Audreys name to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or www.calverthospice.org. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Lusby, MD.
Winfield Jacks, 63
Winfield Jacks, 63, of Prince Fr e de r ick , MD passed away on July 10, 2010 at 3920 Hal low i ng Point Road, Prince Frederick, MD. Winfield Jacks was born on October 24, 1945 to the late Charlotte and Louis Jacks. He departed this life on July 10, 2010 at the age of 64 at his home in Barstow under the care of Hospice. During his early years he enjoyed being at home with his family. He began receiving services from The Arc of Southern Maryland in 1983. When Winfield initially began receiving services with The Arc, they were located at the old Calvert Memorial Hospital where he participated in vocational services. His most recent interest was participating with the music activities of The Joyous Sounds. His favorite song was Your Cheating Heart which he sang often. Last year he retired from the Day Program and began receiving services at home.
He enjoyed various activities and looked forward to volunteering for Meals on Wheels. Winfield loved fried chicken, crabs and drinking a beer. The staff of The Arc of Southern Maryland considered Winfield as a part of his family. When Winfield became ill he kept a smile on his face and a song in his heart. He will be missed from our presence but not from our hearts! He is survived by his brother Albert Jacks and nephew Carl Hicks and other family members. Funeral service was held on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD with officiating. The interment was at Holland Cemetery, Huntingtown, MD. The pallbearers were Gina Bourne, Mary Atkins, Ron Mould, Karen Haynes-Horton, Steve Wallace, and Jessie Shifflett. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
Glenn Johnson, 91
Glenn Avery Johnson, 91, of Port Republic, MD passed on August 14, 2010. Glenn was born on April 19, 1919 in Arlington, VA to Robert G. Johnson and Irene Gray Oliver. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents Robert & Irene Johnson, his wife Eva Johnson, and his two children Gary A. Johnson and Suzy Johnson. He is survived by son Jimmy Johnson of Olney, MD. Mr. Johnsons funeral services will be held on September 13, 2010 at 9:00 am in Arlington National Cemetery. Funeral arrangements provided by the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 4405 Broomes Island Rd. Port Republic, MD. 20676.
gust 16, 2010 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. Peggy was born January 18, 1942 in Washington, D.C. to Howard B. and Florence Wendorff Payne. She was raised in Hyattsville, MD, and graduated from Regina High School, class of 1960. She later attended the Washington School for Secretaries. She married Michael P. McConnell on August 27, 1966 and lived in Hyattsville until moving to Huntingtown in 1977. Peggy was a homemaker and was also active in raising and training Vizsla dogs, a Hungarian pointer-retriever dog breed. She was a member of the Chesapeake Kennel Club and enjoyed all types of animals. Peggy loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She was also known for her wonderful dry sense of humor. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, and is survived by her husband Michael Patrick Mike McConnell; a daughter Michelle M. Sawall and husband Garrett of Waldorf, MD; a son Kevin P. McConnell and wife Patti of St. Leonard, MD; grandchildren Christopher Parks of St. Leonard, Kaylee, Samantha and Breanne Sawall, all of Waldorf and Megan McConnell of St. Leonard, MD; and by brothers Richard Dick Payne of Greenbelt, MD, John Payne of Upper Marlboro, MD and Tom Payne, also of Greenbelt. Expressions of sympathy in Peggys name may be made to the Patuxent Animal Welfare Society, Cat Rescue and Adoptions of Calvert, St. Marys, Anne Arundel & Prince Georges Counties. Contributions may be mailed to 936 Tidewater Grove Court, Annapolis, MD 21401 or online at www. pawspet.petfinder.org.
Margaret McConnell, 68
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Carrie Taylor, 82
Carrie V. Taylor, 82, of Owings, MD was peacefully called to rest on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Laurel Reg ion -
al Hospital, Laurel, MD. She fought a courageous fight, never complaining about her failing health in her later years. For her cheery attitude, perseverance, strength, and loving kindness, she will always be remembered. Carrie Victoria Johnson Taylor was born in Washington, DC on September 26, 1927 to the late Edna Eberta and Walter Harrison Johnson. The family later relocated to Calvert County Maryland and Carrie was raised by her mother, Edna, and stepfather, Ernest Coates. She was educated in the Calvert County Public School System and loved to read and loved math. Her favorite sports were dodge ball and volley ball and she participated in many other school activities. Carrie accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. She was a long time devoted member of Wards Memorial United Methodist Church for over fifty years. She participated in numerous ministries, such as the Finance Committee, Usher Board, Womens Society, Senior Choir and EverReady choir. Carrie loved GOD very, very much and was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. She was united in marriage to James William Taylor on June 24, 1950. Carrie and James was a very loving couple. They were blessed with six children, Ethelene (deceased), Delores, Frank, Cathy, Sterling, and Steven (deceased). She was devoted to her family and spent many hours taking care of her husband, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and other children in the neighborhood. Carrie spent many hours visiting others and being visited. During her lengthy illness, she was very blessed to have her fam-
ily to take care of her including her exceptional caregivers, Cathy and Sterling. Carrie was a very kind, generous, loving person and was always willing to help take care of others. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping, reading sales papers, singing, and spending time with her family. Having a love for and taking pride in her work, Carrie was employed in the domestic field for many years. She was a very dedicated employee and her employers loved her as family. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, daughter, Ethelene, son, Steven, and brothers, James and Walter. Carrie leaves to cherish and to be blessed by her memories, her loving and devoted children, Delores, Frank, Cathy, and Sterling; six grandchildren; Angela, Sheldon (Angel), Renee (Marcus), April, Kimberly, and Nekole; one great grandchild, Maxwell James; one sister, Elizabeth; one daughter-in-law, Beatrice; one son-inlaw, Levi; four sisters-in-law; Annabelle, Agnes, Frances, and Elizabeth; five brothers-in-law; John Henry, Albert, Roland, Fred, and George; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Wards Memorial UM Church, Owings, MD with Rev. Lillie Gray, eulogist. The interment was at the church cemetery. The pallbearers were Corey Jones, Allan Jones, George Hawkins, Glen Creek, Timothy Jones, and Lawrence Heard. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, MD.
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On Marylands Eastern Shore, crabbers use trotlines. This is a very long line anchored with heavy weights, allowing it to sink to the bottom, and baited a specific intervals. A waterman will start at one end of the line, pulling it up, draping it over the edge of the boat and then moving down the line, rebaiting and waiting patiently for a crab to surface so the waterman can scoop up the crab with a dip net. The winter brings oysters. As a child I remember driving through Chesapeake Beach and seeing the oyster boats lining the docks at the Rod N Reel Marina. I also remember thinking how cold it was outside and how glad I was that I did not have to go out on the boat. Two ways of harvesting oysters are shaft or hand tonging and patent tonging. Shaft or hand tonging oysters was once the most used method. As the name implies, they are very large tongs ranging from 14 to 24 feet in length with what looks like a bucket with tines along the edge when the tongs are closed. The oysterman rakes the bottom of the Bay and closes the tongs to capture the oysters. The tongs are then pulled into the boat hand-over-hand where the oysters are dumped onto a table so the legal oysters can be separated. It is very strenuous work and it takes a good oysterman to know when the bucket is full to pull up. Patent tongs provide a mechanized method to harvest oysters. The hinged bucket is tethered by a cable to a boom on the boat. The bucket is lowered into the water in an open position and when it hits the bottom of the Bay, the bucket shuts and takes up whatever is caught in the bucket. The bucket is hauled out of the water and put onto a table where someone will cull the legal oysters from the haul. This method began in the late 1800s and expanded in the 1950s when hydraulic systems allowed watermen better control. Hydraulic patent tongs allowed larger hauls and allowed
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watermen to gather more oysters in a shorter time. For many watermen, their life on the Bay is a family tradition. The job is often handed down by their fathers, uncles or grandparents. While the job is tough, it allows them the freedom of working the water. The industry is tightly regulated in Maryland and Virginia and today many watermen find they must supplement their incomes with part-time jobs on land or by trying new techniques like aquaculture. Calvert County has a very active watermens association. On Sunday, September 26, the Calvert County Watermens Association will host the 9th Annual Watermens Festival at Watermens Wharf in Solomons, Md. This family-oriented event, which is free to the public, features contests in boat docking and anchor throwing. Childrens activities include face painting and ceramic lighthouse painting. Musical entertainment will be provided by Deanna Dove of Island Girl Records. Food and beverages are available for purchase during the afternoon as well as souvenir T-shirts. The event begins at noon with boat docking contests. There are separate contests for charter boats and workboats and contestants for this contest come from as far away as Smith Island. If you havent experienced a docking contest, it is something that you will not soon forget. The contestants are timed beginning when their boat leaves the dock, accelerating out from the pier. They then back into another slip and the time stops when the captain puts a line around each of three pilings. This event thrills the spectators as they witness the boat-handling skills of our commercial watermen. This is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and, at the same time, experience the heritage of the Chesapeake Bays commercial watermen.
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ts September schools are back in, so please be extra careful as you drive! The weather is beginning to cool off, but there are still a lot of hot things to do in Calvert County. Fridays Creek Winery holds their annual open house on Saturday, September 11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. A family-owned farm winery located in Owings, the tasting room is housed in a remodeled tobacco barn that dates from the 1920s. Where tobacco once hung, enjoy a local art exhibit. There will be great music, good food and wonderful wines. For the brave, participate in their annual grape stomping. The event is free and open to the public. (www.fridayscreek.com) The Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum will host the 8th annual Affair at Point Farm, also on Saturday, September 11. The event features incredible live and silent auctions, delectable food, drink and entertainment. Proceeds support educational programs and heritage events at Jef-
ferson Patterson Park & Museum. This exclusive evening of fun and festivities is not to be missed! To buy tickets for an Affair at Point Farm, please call 410-586-8515 or e-mail lstarr@mdp.state.md.us. There is still time for a specialty cruise aboard the historic Wm. B. Tennison departing from the Calvert Marine Museum. Built in 1899, the Tennison is the
oldest Coast Guard-licensed, passenger-carrying vessel on the Chesapeake. The vessel served as an oyster buyboat until 1978 and has been designated a National Historic landmark. Specialty cruises 1st Meeting are scheduled on September Date: September 21, 2010 12, September 18, September Time: 6:30p.m. 8:00 p.m. 25 and October 31. All cruises Location: Prince Frederick Public Library, 850 are open to the Costley Way, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 public and sold For more info. contact: Colleen Pawloski at 410on a first-come, 586-1579 first-served baOr email: Isyourtummyfull@hotmail.com sis. For more infor mation or to purchase tickets, please Saturday, September 19, at Jefferson Patcontact Melissa McCormick at terson Park & Museum. The War of 1812 410-326-2042, ext. 41 or e-mail Re-enactment & Encampment takes place mccormmj@co.cal.md.us. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All ages will enjoy this living history event with American and On Tuesday, Septem- British reenactors demonstrating camp ber 14, kick off the Riverside life and engaging in battle reenactments, WineFest at Sotterley at a free historic crafts, hands-on activities, live enpre-event party at Blue Wind tertainment, food, merchandise and fun! Gourmet in California, Md., Admission is $3 per person or $10 per car. The event will be hosted by owner Rob Plant and features Continue the 1812 experience that savory gastronomic delights and wine evening at Tavern Night! Huzzah! Come tastings from two local wineries: Running celebrate the high spirits of 1812 as you Hare Vineyard and Port of Leonardtown unwind in their version of a tavern from Winery. Running Hare Vineyard, located the 1800s. The evening will provide period in Prince Frederick, offers a little bit of games, song and lively entertainment and Tuscany and Napa in Southern Maryland, this evening of fun and festivities will not with regional and international award be forgotten! Admission is $10 per person. winners. Port of Leonardtown Winery, the Come in period dress and receive a $2.00 newest winery on the local scene, made its discount on the admission fee. Food and first bottling run in April and is ready to beverage will be available for purchase. For introduce its taste sensations. Mark your information, call 410-586-8515. The event calendars for the Riverside WineFest at is hosted by The Friends of Jefferson PatSotterley 2010, October 2nd & 3rd from terson Park & Museum with proceeds supnoon to 6 p.m. at Sotterley Plantation. Dis- porting educational programs and heritage counted tickets are available through Sep- events. tember 24th at www.sotterley.org or by phone at 301-373-2280 or 800-681-0850. Annmarie Garden hosts Artsfest 10 on September 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum p.m. each day. An unforgettable festival excontinues its Archaeology Speakers Series perience for all ages, Artsfest 10 features with Behind the Scenes of Time Team more than 150 indoor and outdoor artist America on Thursday, September 16, at 7 booths along with indoor exhibits, great p.m. in the Maryland Archaeological Con- food, wine tasting, terrific childrens activiservation Laboratory. Meet Marylands ties and live music at the Main Stage and the own archaeology television star Julie Council Ring. Young visitors will enjoy a Schablitsky from the Maryland Depart- variety of engaging art activities under the ment of Transportation, State Highway Discovery Tent. In the new Zany Zone, litAdministration. Dr. Schablitsky will re- tle ones can enjoy silly fun with hula hoops, veal what it was like to work on legendary giant beach balls, monster feet and more archaeology sites, like North Carolinas while their parents enjoy live music and reFort Raleigh, while being filmed for Time freshments. Admission to Artsfest is $6.00 Team America. She will also present the per person. Download a $1.00 off coupon positive and negative aspects of bringing by visiting the Artsfest page at www.annarchaeology into the living room. (www. mariegarden.org. jefpat.org) For more events, visit online at www. Experience and discover the site of ecalvert.com. Marylands largest Naval engagement on
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and the end result has been a smart collection of songs that sounds like it was a labor of layering as much as love, all adding up to an album that deserves to be listened to continuously from start to finish. Its hard to classify Greed States as a concept album, even if it does have some similar elements in terms of style. You can pick out the politics (largely anti-war, though violet emotions are celebrated, as is heavy metal custom), but these guys arent lyricists as much as they are musicians. That much is clear when you listen to the way they craft songs, building one instrument at a time before adding the words, which are just what youd expect from a metal band dark, emotional, somewhat political and oozing with angst and this goes well with the throaty death metal-inspired vocals on much of their CD. There does come trouble when trying to classify Kneel to Zod at least in terms of their style of playing, because you can pick out similarities to groups like Korn, Staind and Disturbed, with a lot of technical flair to boot. But the cadence of the vocal and guitar work can sound just as much like Tool or Testament, depending on which track you pick, whether its the chest-beating battle ode Teddy Bear, or Prelusion of Avarice, the albums slightly creepy and melodic instrumental. So is it fair to equate these guys to a Phantom Zone fugitive with x-ray vision and plans for world domination? Probably not. After all, its not like they tried to take over Krypton with an army of cloned robot soldiers, and they dont have super strength or the ability to fly, and none of them look anything like Terrance Stamp (who played General Zod in
19 8 0s Superman II, popularizing the kneel before Zod! command and at least a million related jokes). What they have done is share the stage with some heavy (metal) hitters including Kings X, Anthrax, Hotwire, Suisonic, Episode One, Cringe and Full Circle. And they DO know how to scream (on key, no less), and if you ask this reviewer, that quality is Zod-like enough. One of his superpowers is, after all, tremendous lung capacity. Kneel to Zod will be headlining this years Park Rock Fest on September 4-5 at Chancellors Run Regional Park in Great Mills. For more information, go to www. kneeltozod.com. By Andrea Shiell (CT) info@somdpublishing.net
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Referred to on the 1612 John Smith map as Rickards Cliffes, the Calvert Cliffs have been a landmark since there were humans to take note of them. The fossils that are found on our beaches come out of these cliffs. They provide a habitat to birds and all manner of creatures, including the infamous Tiger beetle. They afford those who build on them an unparalleled view of the Chesapeake Bay. They shape our vision of this place. But what, exactly, are they? Our PEM Talks (which refers to our three themes: paleontology, the environment, and maritime history) will kick off on Saturday, September 18 with Begin at the Beginning: The Geology and Paleoenvironmental History of Calvert Cliffs presented by Dr. Susan
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Kidwell at 2:30 in the museum auditorium. This will be followed in October by Dr. Stephen Godfrey, the museums Curator for Paleontology, sharing Uncovering the Past: The Paleontology of Calvert Cliffs. In November we focus on The Inexorable Slide: Current Rates of Erosion of Calvert Cliffs, presented by Jeff Halka, acting director and state geologist with the Maryland Geological Survey. After a holiday haitus, January will feature Dr. Ralph Eshelman focusing on Who Cares: The Human Perspective on the Calvert Cliffs. In February, we will hear from Drs. Barry Kinsley and Michael Fenster about Tigers in the Cliffs: The Role of Calvert Cliffs as an Ecosystem for the Endangered Puritan Tiger Beetle. And the series will conclude in March with Dr. Doug Samson sharing a case study called Shifting Shoreline: The Complex Case of Cove Point Marsh. I am very excited about this series, and believe that it will do much to help us understand the many factors at play in this complex ecosystem. For details, visit our web site: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com and please, mark your calendar and plan to join us. Sherrod Sturrock is the Deputy Director of the Calvert Marine Museum. Send comments to: sturrosa@ co.cal.md.us.
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