2015-12-03 Calvert County Times

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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
An on-line real estate service that
tracks the numbers of homes that have
gone to foreclosure nation wide shows
that there has been a significant spike in
those kinds of properties in St. Marys
and Calvert counties up to the end of
October.
According to RealtyTrac one in every
481 homes in St. Marys Couty is in some
stage of the foreclosure process, while in
Calvert one in every 321 homes is either
nearing or at the point of foreclosure.
Whats more is that in both counties,
as in most of the state of Maryland for
the month of October, there was a massive increase in foreclosure filings from
one month to the next.
RealtyTrac statistics show that there
was a 131 percent increase in the homes
receiving a foreclosure filing in October
over September but that was still 31 percent lower than the same time last year.
In Calvert County there was a 76 percent rise for October of this year for
homes in foreclosure, but that number
was still 29 percent lower than the same
time frame last year.
RealtyTrac stated that Calverts foreclosure rate was .30 percent, higher than
the states average of .21 percent.
The national average is just .09 percent, according to RealtyTrac.
For St. Marys County
Jan Barnes, a local realestate agent
with Century 21, said that despite claims
every year that the economy was making a comeback, the evidence was less
positive.
The market is not what it used to
be, Barnes told The County Times. I
remember when foreclosures were unusual now theyre an everyday thing.
She said the current housing market
had some bright spots, not great but not
bad either.
I think its fairly stable, she said.
There are plenty of homes selling in
the $200,000 range but the higher priced
homes are a lot harder to move.
Many of those homes are sold at far
less than what they were originally paid

for, she said, even eight years after the
crash of 2007.
Weve had a lot of short sales, the
banks dont want those houses back,
Barnes said.
She said the spikes in foreclosures,
often seen month to month, had become
part of the new normal in the real estate
market.
It comes in waves, we just had another wave this last year, Barnes said.
And I know there are properties that are
going to foreclosure than havent been
advertised yet.
Steve Paul, a realtor with the Southern
Maryland Association of Realtors, said
the housing market was simply a tough
one.
It is in our area, though you see much
more activity in the Washington, D.C.
area, Paul said. Sales are up a bit but
its not like it was.
He and his fellow realtors had also
seen scant evidence of an economic recovery locally.
Its still kind of stagnant, the one increase we have seen is in rentals, Paul
said.
That meant more homeowners who
would normally be trying to sell are realizing the slump in the market means
they need other options to recoup their
losses.
Ive got clients who have become
landlords, Paul said.
With the stagnant housing market and
the continuing problem of foreclosures,
local governments might feel the crunch
from declining property tax revenues,
he said.
Charles County was already looking
at ways to increase their revenue streams
from properties, he said, including raising taxes.
He said such a move would only make
the housing market worse.
We hope legislators wont look at our
homes like cash cows, Paul said. That
would hurt everybody.
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Dan Rocha, Head of School at The
Calverton School, announced today
that Ted Staples and his law firm,
Staples Law Group, LLC, has made
a challenge gift of $25,000 to the
school. The gift is to be used to support professional development for the
teachers at Calverton and to motivate
others to do the same.
In making the gift, Mr. Staples said,
The backbone of any college prep
school is its teachers. Hopefully, this
challenge will inspire others to enable
the teachers at Calverton to have access to best practices in their fields of
study and to bring those practices to
their own classrooms for the benefit of
their students.
To maximize impact, the challenge
will run over a three year period.
We are extremely grateful for this
generous gift from a member of the
Calverton community, said Mr. Rocha. Since my arrival here in July, I
have heard consistently from all seg-
ments of the community praise for a

dedicated group of professionals that
choose to teach at Calverton. This is
a chance for others in the community,
particularly alumni, to designate gifts
for faculty professional development
and meet the challenge by the Staples
Law Group. It is particularly meaningful that Mr. Staples makes the gift
today, on #GivingTuesday, as a way to
inspire others to give back.
The Staples Law group is is a boutique litigation firm based in Annapolis. Mr. Staples is a Calverton parent
(Ryan 22 and Gavin 23) and the
managing member of the Firm.
For questions regarding the Schools
Annual Fund, or other types of giving, please contact Kristie Scott, Associate Director of Development, at
kscott@calvertonschool.org or 410535-0216 x 1127.
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Southern Maryland Gives

Features 2 Additional Fundraisers
The Southern Maryland community has

provided more than $10,000 to local organizations through the online giving portal,
Southern Maryland Gives, an initiative of the
Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern
Maryland. The online hub, available at www.
southernmarylandgives.org, highlights nonprofits addressing our regions needs through
the environment, historic preservation, humanitarian aid, health, education, arts and
culture, youth services and programs, animals
and more.
In addition to the many local nonprofits that
are accepting general donations, Southern
Maryland Gives has added two projects for a
total of eight featured projects during December. Projects are: Patuxent River Naval Air
Museum Association, Melwood Horticultural
Training Center, Hope for Life Fund, Project
Healing Waters Fly Fishing, St. Marys Adult
Day Care, LifeStyles of Maryland, Center for
Children, and Humane Society of Charles
County.
Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Association, Inc., project goal $5,000
Dedicated to preserve, educate, and inspirethe Patuxent River Naval Air Museums vision is to celebrate and preserve the
past, present and future of Naval Aircraft. The
museum is creating an exceptionally enjoyable
and educational experience in their new building. This project is to raise funds for creating
interactive, high-tech exhibits.
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Office on Aging
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Melwood Horticultural Training Center,

Inc., project goal $5,000
Post-traumatic stress is a significant barrier to employment for our nations veterans.
Operation: Tohidu is a retreat program for
veterans and active duty military. Tohidu is a
Cherokee word meaning peace of mind, body,
and spirit. These retreats are designed to address the specific needs of veterans and active
duty service members who are dealing with
deployment-related trauma. Operation: Tohidu has helped more than 125 veterans and
has had a remarkable impact on participants.
Additional funding is needed to support more
veterans.
Hope for Life Fund, Inc., project goal
$1,500
Hope for Life was created to provide support to individuals who have lost loved ones
to suicide and/or experiencing thoughts of suicide. The rising rate of suicide and attempted
suicide is heartbreaking. Suicide is the 10th
cause of death for all ages, and the No. 2 cause
of death for ages 15-24. All funds raised for
Hope for Life will go back into the Southern
Maryland community. These funds will create more youth programs and support groups,
or provide funeral expenses for families who
recently lost a loved one to suicide and cant
afford the cost.
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, project
goal $3,000
There are many veterans in Southern Maryland with a critical need. Healing Those Who
Serve is a project to aid in the physical and
emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans.
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing is unique
in that volunteers are teaching classes on an
ongoing, long-term basis. For many participants, particularly disabled veterans, the socialization and camaraderie of the classes are
just as important as the fishing outings.
St. Marys Adult Day Care, project goal
$1,500
The elderly and people with disabilities of

St. Marys County have a safe place to be during the day at St. Marys Adult Day Care. This
organization needs a wheelchair accessible
bus to transport its clients to and from the day
care center to receive services. The center also
provides transportation to doctors appointments, physical therapy, recreational activities
and shopping. The bus is a critical part of operations, allowing the organization to serve St.
Marys residents and provide relief to families
who are caring for aging parents or loved ones
with disabilities.
LifeStyles of Maryland, project goal $5,000
Safe Nights is a united and compassionate response to serving the homeless in our
community. It provides overnight shelter to
individuals and families from October 1 to
April 15 of each year. The program rotates to a
different host site each week. Participants are
provided with meals, cots, linens and toiletry
items. Supportive services and enrichment activities are conducted nightly to encourage the
journey towards self-sufficiency. Donations
will help pay for 50 sturdy, heavy-duty cots for
the homeless in the tri-county area.
Center for Children, project goal $5,000
Children who have been subjected to abuse
urgently need help, not just for physical harm
but also for damage to their mental health. As
the largest provider of childrens mental health
services in Southern Maryland, the Center for
Children serves 4,500 people every year. Crisis intervention, court advocacy and psychiatric testing are just some of the many critical
services the center provides. Many parents
cannot pay for the services and are without
insurance. The centers project assures help to
just such families. Donations can make a lasting difference in a childs life.
Humane Society of Charles County, project
goal $2,500
Dogs at this shelter need long-term, loving
families who know how to take care of them.
To make that happen, a professional trainer is
now on staff to work with pets and their future owners. Unfortunately, there is no space
to conduct evaluations or counsel adoptive
families. The trainer has been working in the
parking lot, as potential adopters stand under
the open tailgate of her minivan. A shed is a
dire need, giving the trainer space to ensure
successful adoptions. The structure requires
siding, flooring, and other suppliesthe Humane Society needs funding for all of these
things.
The Southern Maryland Gives online portal is powered by Razoo and sponsored by the
Nonprofit Institute at CSM. Any size donation
is appreciated, but a minimum $10 donation is
required to donate online.
Southern Maryland Gives supporters include Charles and St. Marys county governments, Southern Maryland Oil, Southern
Maryland Electric Cooperative, Southern
Maryland Publishing, The BayNet and the
College of Southern Maryland.
For information about the Nonprofit Institute, visit www.csmd.edu/NonprofitInstitute.
To view the latest projects or search local nonprofits to support, visit www.southernmarylandgives.org. For information on adding a
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Kevin Joseph Mahoney will fill a vacancy
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Kevin Mahoney has practiced law for 28
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These appointments will take effect
immediately.
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officials, will hold a ribbon cutting
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Court of Appeals, Circuit Court
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Governor Larry Hogan today announced

the appointment of Judge Michele Hotten
to the Maryland Court of Appeals, and Mr.
Kevin Mahoney to the Circuit Court for Harford County. The governor made the appointments after reviewing submissions from the
judicial nominating commissions.
After conducting a thorough vetting process, I am confident in Judge Hotten and Mr.
Mahoneys ability to be strong advocates
for the law and our citizens in their respective courts, said Governor Hogan. Their
extensive legal experience in our state has
well-prepared them and I offer my sincere
congratulations.
Michele Denise Hotten will fill a vacancy
on the Maryland Court of Appeals. Michele
Hotten has been a judge for the past twentyone years, serving on the Maryland Court of
Special Appeals, the Circuit Court for Prince
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For a full listing of all Calvert County
businesses, please visit www.ecalvert.
com and click Business Database.
Calvert County is committed to fostering a dynamic and competitive business
climate to ensure economic growth and
sustainability. These new businesses
help stimulate the local economy and
provide employment opportunities for
local residents.
For information on the Calvert County
Department of Economic Development
and the many services the county offers the business community, contact
the department at 410-535-4583 or 301855-1880; or by email at info@ecalvert.
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Calvert Countys diverse economic

opportunities and an unparalleled quality of life make it an outstanding location for business investment. The Calvert
County Board of County Commissioners
and the Department of Economic Development congratulate the following
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Maintenance
One of many reasons Calvert County
looks so nice is the maintenance performed
by the staff in Public Works. They perform tree trimming of all county roads for
site distance; remove, install, and relocate
signs; perform drainage control by maintaining all county ditches and drainage systems; perform roadside mowing, maintain
street scopes, spray guardrails for weeds
and maintain ponds and dams as well as
roadside trash removal to ensure all county
roads are free of trash and debris.
Administrative support ensures telephone calls and emails are received and
transferred to the appropriate person. Short
and long range plans are made, modified
and adopted. Administrative staff members
confer daily to maintain an efficient work
flow and avoid excessive vehicle and equipment down time. Frequently used parts are
stocked in inventory along with commonly
used tire. Less frequently used parts are
ordered as requested by the mechanic performing the repair. Inventory is tracked
by a Fleet Maintenance software program
and monitored daily. Parts are issued and
charged to a vehicle repair work order as
the work is performed. Stocked inventory is
checked daily.
The fuel system is monitored daily for
proper function and the diesel tank is treated with a lubricant additive before each delivery. They ensure vendors comply with
all Maryland Department of Environment
(MDE) compliance issues with Stafford
Road and Appeal Landfill fueling sites.
Staff members evaluate vehicle replacement requests request and make recom-
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mendations to the Finance and Budget Division. Staff members research contracts to
purchase new vehicles with the old vehicle
either reassigned or placed in surplus to
be sold at auction. Fleet Maintenance Administrative Staff members schedule vehicles for service or repair, research parts
and repairs, obtain quotes from vendors;
and transport vehicle to vendors for outside
repair. They purchase fuel, and provide coordination of contracted services - office
supplies, purchase road supplies, purchase
materials, purchase road salt, and purchase
staff uniforms.
Such extensive works requires tracking
invoices, monitoring and processing accounts; handling all financial aspects for
expenses and budget. The process monthly
expenditures and reports; prepare financial
reports for staff, purchase orders and budget
adjustments.
To support all fleet and highway maintenance, this organization also reviews and
resolves customer concerns and complaints,
to include on-site meeting citizens to resolve issues.
You also see them providing assistance
for special events such as Tiki Bar opening,
Christmas Parade, County Fair, assisting
the Sheriff with 4th of July traffic control;
and of course performing Snow Removal
and Storm Damage Repairs.
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3rd District Representative
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Hunt Continues
For Killer Of
Lusby Woman
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Maryland State Police say they are still
actively looking for the person or perpetrators who murdered Sandra R. Long five
years ago and left her body at Calvert Cliffs
State Park.
Long, 41, was found Nov. 30, 2010 at
about 2:30 p.m. in her car at the intersection
of Camp Canoy and H.G. Trueman roads
in Lusby.
The car was parked in the hunters parking lot of Calvert Cliffs State Park, state
police said.
Police said that the evidence shows Long
died as a result of multiple stab wounds and
that the car she was found in may have been
moved to the location she was found after
she had died.
Investigators with the Maryland State
Police Homicide Unit have taken the lead
on the investigation.
Laura Martin, States Attorney for Calvert County, said the case was a source of
continual frustration.
I have a picture of her on my desk,
Martin told The County Times. I completely share the victims familys frustration that this case has not been solved.
Martin said it has been difficult to get information from the State Police regarding
the investigation.
They had persons of interest at the
time, Martin said. But I dont know what
new evidence or progress they have made,
because they havent communicated with
my office, except for a brief e-mail ex-
change, in over a year.

Sheriff Mike Evans said he wanted his
agency to follow up on the case.
They are [state homicide unit] a professional unit and they do a good job but
I thought maybe we could do a little better, Evans said. I always believed this
shouldve been a combined case with our
joint unit [Calvert Investigative Team] but
that no longer exists.
Both CIT and the Bureau of Criminal
Investigations in St. Marys County ceased
to exist after the state police pulled their
detectives from those units and reassigned
them to the states Criminal Enforcement
Division.
Evans was eager to try to solve the case.
I dont know if it can be solved but Id
like to give it a shot, Evans said.
Anyone with information regarding this
homicide is eligible for a $1,000 reward
from Calvert County Crime Solvers if their
tip leads to the arrest of the perpetrators of
Longs murder.
Law officers say they believe that persons in the area have information regarding
who murdered Long but have yet to come
forward. They are urging them to come forward now with whatever information they
have no matter how insignificant it may
seem.
Anyone with information on Longs
killers can contact Sgt. David Sexton
of the state Homicide Unit at 410-5355520 or Calvert County Crime Solvers at
410-535-2880.
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Follow-Up on Reported Needles in Halloween Candy:

Through extensive investigation, Trooper First Class Matthews was able to obtain
a confession from the complainant stating she had placed needles in the Halloween
candy. The case is being reviewed by the States Attorneys Office.
This clears any wrong doing by the residents of the Patuxent View neighborhood.
Armed Robbery / Theft / 1st Degree Assault:
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to his car. The victim reported the suspect then got into a Kia Rio, with two other
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the Yardley Hills neighborhood. During the investigation, the items taken from the
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The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
news@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following weeks edition.
Frank William Baines, 30
Frank William Baines, 30 of Lusby, Md.

passed away suddenly
at his home on Nov.
26, 2015. He was born
on Aug. 23, 1985 in
Norfolk, Va. to Frank
Baines and Darshell
Glee-Baines. Most of
Franks years were spent in Maryland,
where he played baseball. Frank was
well known for his skills as a catcher
for his travel team, parks and recreational team, and for his school team,
Chopticon Braves. Frank won many
baseball awards and trophies; the
most important being a scholarship to
Delaware Tech. Frank graduated from
Delaware Tech and earned associates
in business; where he applied his skills
to work in retail.
Frank was also known for his personality. He always had a big smile
and a pocket full of jokes. He was very
outgoing and made friends easily. He
enjoyed spending quality time with
his family and building things with his
father. He also enjoyed being an uncle
to his nephew; Frank promised Brayson would play baseball just like him
someday.
Frank is survived by his parents,
his grandparents, William Baines and

Teresa Baines, his two sisters, Amor
Feliz Glee, and Ashley Baines Cox,
stepmother, Virginia Lee Baines, his
nephew Brayson Parker Cox, and his
many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family received friends on Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the
Rausch Funeral Home. A funeral service was held at 4 p.m. in the funeral
home chapel. Interment was private.
Condolences to the family may be
made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.
com.
Edward W. Robeson, 81
Edward W. Robeson, 81, passed
away suddenly on Sept. 29, 2015, at his
home is Lusby. He is survived by his
loving wife, Nancy, and stepchildren,
Scott Smith and Lynnette Greenhut
(Fla.) and her children Hannah (Id.)
and Jarrett (Fla.). Ed is also survived
by his loving ex-daughter-in-law,
Nancy Robeson (Ca.) and her son Tim
(Ca.). Ed left behind his Furry Feline
Children, Saigon, Feather, Ming, Ko,
Flip Flop, Marshmellow, Magic, Montana, Cherokee, Sassy, Patty, Guinness, Bandee and Meo. Ed is also survived by his children, Robby (N.C.),
Chris (Ariz.), and Patsy (Pa.) and their
children.
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Ed was predeceased by his father,

William Robeson and his mother,
Genevieve Neelen Robeson Bollenbach and his stepfather, Fred Bollenbach. Born June 3, 1934, and raised
in McKees Rocks, Pa., Ed joined the
U.S. Navy after high school (1950)
and spent the next 25 years serving his
country. He retired honorably in 1975
separating at the Navy Recreation
Center in Solomons, Md..
After retiring from the Navy, Ed
found a second career at the Calvert
Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. He retired
in 1994 after 17 years. He also worked
at the Navy Lodge at Pax River NAS
and Lowes until he quit work to spend
time with Nancy and their furry feline
children. He loved walking on the
beach, Flag Ponds, having breakfast at
the Frying Pan, attending many Naval
reunions with his brothers, or at the
American Legion Post 274 where he
was a member for 42 years.
A Celebration of Eds Life was held
at the American Legion Post 274 on
Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. He may
eventually be interred at Arlington
National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
please send any donations to a Military Charity of your choice or to Nancy Robeson FBO Fund of Eds Furry
Feline Children and sent to PNC, P.O.
Box 192, Solomons, Md. 20688. Con-
dolences to the family may be made at

www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Bonnie Denton Arnold, 74

Bonnie Denton Arnold, 74, of Broomes
Island, Md. passed
away at her home on
Nov. 21. She was born
in Broomes Island,
Md. on Jan. 27, 1941
to the late Wilson Edward and E. Lorena
Jett Denton. Bonnie is also preceded
in death by her sisters Mary Louise
Humphreys, Betty Ann Shea and Patricia Freeland.
Beloved mother of Donald Edward
Zindorf and his wife Amy, Grandmother of Ryan, Eric, Bailey, Brandon, and Emily Zindorf and great
grandmother of Flynn Zindorf.
The family received friends on Saturday Nov. 28, 2015 from 10 to 11 a.m.
at the Rausch Funeral Home, 4405
Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic,
Md. where services were held at 11
a.m. Interment followed in Broomes
Island Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Folds of Honor
Foundation 5800 N. Patriot Dr., Owasso, Okla. 74055.
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Putting College at Your Fingertips
SoMD CAN Helps High School Juniors and Seniors Prepare

By Crista Dockray
Staff Writer
With the end of summer and the start

of the new school year in August, high
school juniors and seniors need to buckle down and get college on their minds.
The college application process can be
daunting and confusing, but the Southern Maryland College Access Network is
here to help.
SoMD CAN is a 501(c)(3) that helps
high school juniors and seniors through
the college application process, working
directly with all four of the Calvert County public schools. The staff provides insider tips, step-by-step assistance, money
saving techniques, personality tests and
more. They help edit essays, write resumes, speak with parents and students
individually, and help get SAT fee waivers and college application fee waivers.
SoMD CANs staff works a great deal
with first-generation college bound students and underserved students, but all
high school juniors and seniors are welcome to their services.
I think they really appreciate having
someone walk them through it step-bystep and help them understand how it all
works, especially the financial aid piece,
said pre-college advisor Dana Langley

about all of the parents, guardians, and
students she meets with.
Since its beginnings in 2005, SoMD
CAN has served over 10,000 people
through community seminars and workshops and, according to information
provided by SoMD CAN founder Sonia
Wagner, has helped SoMD CAN participants receive an estimated $7,294,032 in
financial aid.
According to the same information,
last year they reached 254 participants in
There is so much great

information out there
and you have to find it
and pull it together
for the students,
because it can be so
overwhelming for them
to try and find it all...
their weekly programs and 1,325 separate

encounters with students and parents.
The guidance counselors at all the
schools I think are key to our success
and connecting us with students and with
parents, said Langley.
Theyve got 300 or 400 students,
said pre-college advisor Pam Anderson.
When theyve got students that really
need specific help, they come to us.
All of this work by SoMD CAN is
done with a staff of just three pre-college
advisors.
Langley is the pre-college advisor for
Northern High School and Patuxent High
School. She has been working six years
for SoMD CAN. She specializes in college transfers and working with the students after the acceptance process is over.
Michelle Kidwell is the pre-college advisor at Calvert High School for her second year. She specializes in applying for
military academies like the Naval Academy and West Point, as both of her sons
went through the same process and her
husband is retired military.
Anderson is the pre-college advisor at
Huntingtown High School and the curriculum specialist. She also specializes
in helping students apply for the elite
schools. Besides the step-by-step college
advice, she makes sure to provide new information to the advisors so the students
in Calvert County can be up to date in the
college process.
There is so much great information
out there and you have to find it and pull
it together for the students, because it
can be so overwhelming for them to try
and find it all, said Anderson. I just
try and keep up with all the new things
happening.
For example, the SAT and the PSAT
has a new format and the FASFA has
changed from using a pin code to using
an ID.
The nationally recognized curriculum
the advisors teach spans 32-weeks. The
advisors meet with students during their
lunch periods and discuss different topics
week by week. They are formatted to follow how the student is going through the
college process during the year.
The curriculum takes two forms, one
Photos provided by Dana Langley
for juniors and the other for seniors, covering topics that are relevant in the fall
and spring.
SoMD staff would like to stress that juniors are just as important to this college
process as seniors.
A lot of them dont get why they
should come as juniors because theyre
not really in the depths of the process
yet, said Langely.
Getting a jump on writing resumes,
getting teacher recommendations, filling
out applications over the summer and applying for scholarships can help make for
a relaxing senior year.
Besides the sessions they hold from
September to May, SoMD CAN advisors
hold assemblies and have guest speakers.
They are also the creators of the Calvert
Local Scholarships application that allows students to fill out one application
for over 43 local scholarship providers. They also hold events outside of the
schools like the upcoming financial aid
nights.
SoMD CAN is a free program that can
be found at all four Calvert County public
schools. You can contact SoMD CAN via
the high school guidance counselors or
directly at somdcan.org.
crista@countytimes.net
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Huntingtown High School Financial Aid Night
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Patuxent High School Financial Aid Night
Tuesday, Dec. 8 - 7 to 8:30 p.m.
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Education
'Thank Yous' Abound as

CSM Students Meet Donors
Scholarships For 2015 Fall Semester
Total More Than $400,000
classes at CSM and I made the soccer team. I

was 27 years old, which was about nine years
older than most of my teammates. I was taking seven classes and working part time. She
knew that she couldnt keep up the pace of
working to support herself, pay for college
tuition and attend CSM full-time in the nursing program. She applied for several scholarships and was overjoyed, she said, when she
received the funds to continue her studies as
CSM. I have learned if you try your hardest
you will accomplish what you have set your
mind to... it just takes time. You cannot plant
a seed today, and expect flowers tomorrow,
she said.
Jenkins, valedictorian of Henry E. Lackey
High Schools class of 2014, said that CSM
was the best option for him. While my initial decision to come to CSM was based on
finances, I soon realized that CSM offered
me so much more. Scholarships at CSM enabled me to concentrate on academics rather
than finding a part-time job. This seriously
improves the quality of my life. Also by receiving the funding I do, I am able to be a part
of the CSM VEX robotics team--which was
ranked 10th in the world last year--as well as
a part of the math team and the engineering
club. The scholarships enable me to enjoy the
full college experience and have time to give
back to the community through the VEX Robotics team by volunteering with elementary
and middle school children, said Jenkins.
Many of you are hearing in the news daily
the staggering statistics about student loan
debt and how more than 70 percent of college
students have debt averaging $27,000. The
most unfortunate statistic is that more than 30
percent of the students who take out college
loans never finish college and have nothing
to show for that debt, said Gottfried. This
is why CSM is taking great strides to educate
our students, their spouses and parents about
the opportunity and wise decision to save
more than $29,000 by starting college here
at CSM for your freshmen and sophomore
years.
Last year 1,762 CSM students transferred
to 226 different four-year colleges in 45 states
and the District of Columbia.
Scholarship recipients at the College of

Southern Maryland began their Thanksgiving holiday a little early by showing their
thanks and appreciation to donors at the Nov.
6 CSM Foundation Scholarship Reception
at the La Plata Campus. For the 2015 fall semester, the foundation awarded more than
$400,000 to students through 351 scholarships. Spring scholarships will be awarded in
January 2016.
CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried acknowledged scholarship donors for the difference they make in the lives of CSM students.
I am honored to recognize the many scholarship donors who are making an impact in our
Southern Maryland community. They have
chosen to partner with the CSM Foundation
in keeping education affordable and accessible, which in turn enhances the health and
welfare of our local economy.
Speaking to scholarship recipients, CSM
Foundation Chair Ran Franklin said, As
an active member of the Southern Maryland community, I see the impact of CSM.
Everywhere I turn there is something CSMrelated: a campus, a student, a program or an
employee. That says a lot about CSM and its
presence and you are now a part of this great
tradition. On behalf of the CSM Foundation,
I would also like to thank all of our donors for
their strong support. You are providing a lasting impact on the lives of these students.?
Two scholarship recipients spoke at the
reception, Kara Merritt of Indian Head, who
received the Chiaramonte Hope Scholarship, the GRPA Foundation scholarship and
the Thomas Goldsmith Scholarship, and
George Jenkins III of La Plata, who received
the Albert L. Elder Jr. Family Memorial
Scholarship, the CSM Alumni Association
Scholarship, the Helen and Mickey Todd
Scholarship, the International Systems Safety
Society, Washington D.C. Chapter Scholarship and the CSM STEM Scholars Program
Scholarship.
Merritt, a nursing student, told donors
that she always wanted to help others and
that even as a child, she would care for her
brothers and neighborhood kids when they
had scraped knees. She served in the Navy
and then decided to go to nursing school. I
moved to Southern Maryland, started taking
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By Crista Dockray
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Burnt Oaks North Apartments is one of
the only market-rate, non-subsidized housing
in Calvert County.
In a previous article in the County Times,
President of Built Rite Home Developers,
Inc. Anthony Williams said, We have plenty
of subsidized housing in Calvert. What we
dont have is affordable housing.
Burnt Oaks may just be it.

The apartments they offer are perfect for
recent college graduates, people not wanting
to purchase their own home, and seniors.
Burnt Oaks North is a short commute to
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closet, walk-in closets, a breakfast bar, and
wall-to-wall carpeting. They offer picnic areas, a fitness center, assigned parking, and a
car wash.
Their market-rate pricing is $1,300 a month
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for two-bedroom, one-bath, and $1,505 for
a two-bedroom, two-bath. Monthly rent includes water and sewer, maintenance and
trash. They also offer a rental partnership
program for military.

In order to qualify, persons within the
apartment must make a combined or individual salary of $46,000 a year or more.
Burnt Oaks North Apartments are located
at 9845 Sea Maid Court in North Beach. For
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In Our Community
Holiday Closings
Calvert Pines, North Beach and Southern Pines Senior Centers will be closed, Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25 for the
Christmas holiday and Jan. 1 for New Years Day. No Meals on
Wheels will be delivered. The centers will close at noon, Friday,
Dec. 31. Meals on Wheels will be delivered.
Are You Interested in Volunteering for Your Community?

Friends of Calvert County Seniors (FCCS) and the Commission
on Aging (COA) are seeking new members. FCCS is a non-profit
organization which helps qualified Calvert County seniors by providing funds to assist them remain independent when government or grant funds are insufficient. The COA is an organization
that advocates for older adults and individuals with disabilities in
Calvert County. Submit an application to the
Board of County Commissioners for appointment to the COA.
For more information, call the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606 or
301-855-1170.
Trips
Remember to sign up early for trips and events. They may
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Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)

Make a fun Christmas Craft for the holidays with Sally, Friday,
Dec. 11, 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy holiday shopping at the Senior Councils Purse and Jewelry Sale, Friday, Dec. 18, 9 a.m.
North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)
Enjoy a Christmas variety show by the South County Christmas
Showstoppers, Thursday, Dec. 10, 10:30 a.m.
Come to a Holiday Evening Out at On the Dock in Deale, Monday, Dec. 14, 5:30 p.m. Pre-register by Dec. 7.
Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)
Enjoy a seasonal show, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, with
the Charles County Show Troupe, Monday, Dec. 14, 10:30 a.m.
Create Chocolate Candy Stocking Stuffers, Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2
p.m. Pre-registration required by Dec. 8.
Eating Together Menu
Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their

spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act.
Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation
call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606 or 301855-1170, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or
Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748.
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Next years Trip Brochure will be available at the end of this
month. New York City, NASA Goddard and the National Cathedral
are just some of the exciting trips scheduled. Stop by your local
senior center to get your copy.
Tuesday, Dec. 8
Salisbury Steak, Mashed
Potatoes, Carrot Raisin
Salad, Green Beans, Whole
Wheat Bread, Mandarin
Oranges

Crenshaw, Katherine Applegate

Jackson thought he outgrew his imaginary friend, a large talking cat named
Crenshaw, but when his family is struggling financially, and Jackson worries
about hunger and homelessness, he needs a friend more than anything, and
Crenshaw reappears in his life.
- Recommended for ages 8 to 12
- Review by Tess Goldwasser
Wednesday, Dec. 9
Hot Dog, Lentil Soup,
Spring Pea Salad, Sunny
Slaw, Peaches
Thursday, Dec. 10
Pork Ribette, Cabbage
Soup, Diced Potatoes, Pea
Mint Salad, Whole Wheat
Bread, Fruited Gelatin
Friday, Dec. 11
Chicken Cordon Bleu, Split
Pea Soup, Mashed Potatoes,
Green Beans, Cake with
Strawberry Sauce
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Breakfast With
Santa At HSMC
On Saturday, December 12, 2015, Historic St. Marys City will host a breakfast with
Santa in the Inn at Brome Howard. Reserve
your seat to enjoy a light breakfast, a reading
of Clement C. Moores A Visit from St. Nicholas, and receive a professional holiday picture with jolly old St. Nicholas. Seatings are
available at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Reservations are required, seating is limited.
$18 per person ($15 Friends members) For
reservations, call (240) 895-4990 or info@
In Entertainment
George Dunn
Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell) - 7:30 p.m.
Chesapeake Choral Arts Society Presents A Rutter Christmas

CSM Fine Arts Center (8730
Mitchell Rd., La Plata) - 7:30
p.m.
Historic St. Marys City is a museum of

living history and archaeology on the site of
Marylands first capital in beautiful, tidewater Southern Maryland. For more information about the museum contact the Visitor
Center at 240-895-4990, 800-SMC-1634, or
info@hsmcdigshistory.org.
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Entertainment
CSM Barbershop Concert

Mitchell Rd., La Plata)- 7:30
p.m.
Press Release
Celebrate your favorite Christmas

traditions with Historic Sotterley Plantation! Come out between 10 am and 4
pm on December 12th, 2015 to enjoy:
Santa & Mrs. Claus, Horse-drawn Carriage Rides, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides,
Childrens Crafts & Activities, Tractor Rides, Live Seasonal Music, Walkthroughs of our decorated Plantation
House and more!
There will also be many shopping opportunities for everyone on your Christmas list: Sotterley Museum Shop! Santas Secret Shop! Elves Mall! And Sotterley Garden Guilds Seasonal Greens
Sale! Join Sotterley in celebrating the
most wonderful time of the year! Tickets
at the gate are $8 a person, children under 2 are free!
Kick-off the day early with Breakfast
with Santa! We offer three seatings; 7:45,
8:30 and 9:15 a.m. Enjoy a hearty, delicious breakfast and visit Santa and Mrs.
Claus without having to wait in a long
line! Advanced reservations required, as
those seats go fast! The cost of Breakfast with Santa is $18 per person (which
Nightcap
Rd., Dowell) 8 p.m.
Jodys Band
Anthonys Bar and Grill
(10371 Southern Maryland
Blvd.. Dunkirk)
Free Holiday Choral Concert

Leonardtown Baptist Church
(23520 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown) - 2 p.m.
Chesapeake Choral Arts Society Presents A Rutter Christmas
p.m.
Monday, Dec. 7
Breakfast with Santa

and Family Plantation
Christmas
Friday, Dec. 4
Sunday, Dec. 6
Saturday, Dec. 5
CSM Jazz Ensemble Concert
CSM La Plata (8730 Mitchell
Rd., La Plata) - 2 p.m.
includes general admission for the days

events) and requires advance reservations: www.sotterley.org.
Make this Christmas event part of
your family tradition!
Proceeds from this event directly support Sotterleys important educational
programming.
Press Release
Email in your Engagement

Announcement Today!
Its Free!
news@countytimes.net
Music Holiday Concert

St. Luke UAME Church (45000
St. Luke Ct. Piney Point) - 5
p.m.
Pizza and Pint Night

Rd., Dowell) 4 to 7 p.m.
Team Trivia
Rd., Dowell) 7 to 9:30 p.m.
CSM Dance Performance: The
Magical Sounds of Winter
p.m.
The Calvert County Times is always

looking for more local talent to feature!
To submit art or band information for
our entertainment section, e-mail
info@somdpublishing.net.
Please submit calendar listings

by noon on the Tuesday prior to
our Thursday publication.
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Community
Month Long, December
Calendar
Annmarie Garden In Lights

Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
(Solomons) - 6 to 9 p.m.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center,
in Solomons, presents their award-winning
holiday light show, Annmarie Garden In
Lights, Friday, Dec. 4 through Saturday,
Jan. 2; 6 to 9 p.m. each evening (weather
permitting). The show is closed Dec. 7, 8,
9, 14, 15, 24, 25. New this year, the light
show will include musical lights and new
walking paths, plus it will snow every Friday
and Saturday night in the Winter Wonderland
(weather permitting). Bring your camera for
incredible family photo opportunities! The
event also includes 23 nights of great bands
and performers, along with the Holiday I
Spy game for kids, great shopping, a Visit
with Santa, the Hardesty Haven Holiday
Caf, and so much more! Special nights
include: a Visit with Santa, Holiday Shopping
Markets, Golf Cart Tours, Holiday Sweater
Night, and Pet Night. Admission is $6; free
for children (4 and under); members free. For
detailed information and a discount coupon,
visit www.annmariegarden.org or call 410326-4640.
Semi-Senior Sale
Shoppe for Hospice (Huntingtown) - 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m.
Every Thursday. All Seniors age 55 and older
received 50 percent off on all clothing. Proof
of age required. Discount only applies to
person named on discount card. Visit www.
calverthospice.org for more info.
Exploring Wheel-Thrown Ceramics: Winter
Session
Additional Dates: Dec. 7, 14, 21, Jan. 4, 11,
18, and open studio Jan 9 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Time(s): 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays, Open Studio
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Series: 7 class
series. Member cost: $265 and nonmember cost: $275. Materials fee: all materials
provided. Instructor: Ray Bogle. Learn to use
the potters wheel to make stoneware items
such as cups, bowls, and vases. No experience necessary. Experienced students can
expect to focus on specific forms and refine
their techniques. Up to 25 lbs of stoneware
clay included. Additional clay available for
purchase prior to class each week. Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640.
For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.
Snowy Scenes in Watercolor
(Solomons) - 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Additional dates: Dec. 9. Series: 2-class series. Time(s): 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. both days
Member cost: $140 and nonmember cost:
$150. Materials fee: Bring your own or use
the instructors supplies for $15 at class.
Instructor: Nancy Thompson. Learn techniques to create wonderful snow scenes in
watercolor-- how to make the painting feel
cold and snowy using color and value. We
will create a snow scene from start to finish.
This workshop is for all levels. Registration
required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For
more information, visit www.annmariegarden.
org.
Saturday, Dec. 5
Zumba Step at the Beach
NE Community Center (Chesapeake Beach)
- 9 to 10 a.m.
This class combines all of the step toning
and strengthening for your legs and glutes
and all of the Zumba fitness-party fun you
love. Try it once and you will be hooked. No
experience necessary. Aerobic step boards
will be provided. When the weather is warm,
we hold class under the gazebo outside.
For more info, email me at Zumbabonnie@
comcast.net.
Oyster and Bull Roast

(3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E on Rt. 260,
Chesapeake Beach) - 5 to 10 p.m.
The Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Stallings-Williams Post 206 will host a Bull and
Oyster Roast from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by
dance music provided by DJ Stephen Varney
from 7 to 10 p.m. This all you can eat event
costs $30 per person in advance and tickets
may be purchased from any SAL Member or
the Bartender. Tickets are $35 at the door.
The price also includes draft beer and sodas.
It will take place in the Upper Level Ballroom
at the Post. Public warmly welcomed. For
information call 301-855-6466.
(13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell) - 6 to 9 p.m.
Winner of Maryland Life Magazines Finest
Holiday Tradition Award, Annmarie Garden In
Lights is a magical tour that takes visitors on
a beautiful trip through the glittering woods.
As you stroll the protected path, you will be
transported to a fantastical place of spectacular lights and amazing light sculptures.
Guests will be surrounded by mythical
beasts, wild animals, airplanes, pirates, princesses, circus performers, dinosaurs, and
more. Admission: $6 per person; Children (4
and under) free; Annmarie Members free. For
more information, please call 410-326-4640,
or email: info@annmariegarden.org.
Solomons Christmas Walk
Solomons Island - 6 to 9 p.m.
Celebrating 31 years at the Calvert Marine
Museum. Stroll the luminaria lit streets and
begin your holiday celebrations with the
annual Solomons Christmas Walk on Friday,
Dec. 4, and Saturday, Dec. 5. In addition to
all of the activities on the island, enjoy Annmarie Garden in Lights and the ever-popular
lighted boat parade. The Calvert Marine
Museum is offering its own holiday delights
for visitors of all ages and admission is free!
On both Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy
local musical entertainment. Santa will be
visiting both nights and watch for an appearance from the museum otter to join in on the
holiday cheer. Children can create a holiday
craft to take home. Enjoy punch and cookies on Friday and Santas Coffee House on
Saturday offering complimentary coffee, hot
cocoa, and holiday cookies. To learn more
about the Solomons Christmas Walk, visit
the website at: http://solomonsmaryland.
com/solomons-christmas-walk.html.
Sunday, Dec. 6
Dowell Elem. PTO Vendor and Craft Fair
Dowell Elementary School (Lusby) - 10 a.m.
to 3 p.m.
Dowell Elementary School PTO will be
conducting a Vendor and Craft Fair. During
this event we will have Vendors and Crafters selling their wonderful products. We
will also have a bake sale, used books sale
and a silent auction. Mr. Tom, the Reptile
Man, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Chick-fil-A
cow will be visiting us. Proceeds from this
event will help fund all the DES PTA planned
activities this year including: Reflections Art
Contest, Spelling Bee, Field Day events, cultural arts assemblies, beautification, Teacher,
Staff and Volunteer Appreciation, Week of
the Young Child and much more.
NJROTC Breakfast with Santa all you can
eat
American Legion Post 274 (11820 H.G. Trueman Rd., Lusby) - 8 a.m.
All you can eat breakfast with Santa, $9 for
adults, $8 for seniors and under 5 are free.
Sponsored by Patuxent High NJROTC.
CMM Members Only Yule Party
Calvert Marine Museum (Solomons) - Noon
to 4 p.m.
In the Harms Gallery. Spend time with
friends; shop in the museum store, and
visit with special guests, Squeak the River
Otter and Santa. Admission to the party is a
contribution of your favorite holiday fare on
a disposable dish. CMM will provide drinks
and sweets. The Museum Store is open
To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar,

please email news@countytimes.net with the listing details by
12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
to the public all day with 20 percent off for
CMM members. The museum is open daily
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $9 for
adults, $7 for seniors, military with valid
I.D. and AAA members, and $4 for children
ages 5 to 12; children under 5 and museum
members are always admitted free. For more
information about the museum, upcoming
events, or membership, visit the website at
www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410326-2042.
Prong Set Wire Ring
Member cost: $25 and nonmember cost:
$30. Materials fee: $40 due to instructor at
class. Instructor: Jerry Garnsey. Learn basic
wire-working skills as you create two wire
rings with prong-set cubic zirconia or labcreated gems. Using .935% sterling silver,
each student will make two rings. No experience needed! Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information,
visit www.annmariegarden.org.
Blue Christmas Worship Service
Friendship Methodist Church (Friendship) - 5
to 6 p.m.
Christmas is a bright, festive celebration of
Christs birth, but for many it is sad, dark,
and lonely due to personal struggles or life
circumstances or losses. The pastors and
Stephen Ministers of Friendship United
Methodist Church recognize that these
emotional and spiritual feelings are raw and
real. We would like to embrace those who
need a grace lift during this Advent season.
A Blue Christmas service is offered for
those who wish to find solace. No strings,
just come as you are. Friendship UMC is 1
block east of Friendship Circle on Route 2;
1-/13 miles north of the traffic light at the jct.
of Routes 2 and 260 in Owings.For more
information, call 410-257-7133, bsuedean@
comcast.net.
more information, please call 410- 326-4640,
Monday, Dec. 7
Zumba at Dunkirk Fire Department
Dunkirk Fire House - 7 to 8 p.m.
This class is Zumba Gold Toning - a dance/
fitness program specifically designed for the
beginner that allows you to move at your
own pace while working with light weights.
No experience is necessary. This class will
be held on the ground floor through the
rear parking lot. Drop in fee is only $5, with
greater discounts on multi-class passes.
For more info, email me at Zumbabonnie@
comcast.net.
Tuesday, Dec. 8
Fried Chicken Dinner
Chesapeake Beach) - 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The American Legion Auxiliary Stallings
Williams Post 206 invites you to a Fried
Chicken Dinner with all the sides, roll, and
beverage for $10. Dinner will be served
in the Lower Level Dining Room. Public
Welcome. Questions may be directed to
301-855-6644. Visit www.ALPost 206.org
for more information.
Zumba Gold-Toning
Sunderland Elementary School - 7 p.m.
This class is Zumba Gold Toning class - a
dance/fitness program specifically designed
for the beginner that allows you to move
at your own pace while working with light
weights. No experience is necessary. Come
see what its all about. We have a great
group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.
Sons of American Legion 206 Meeting
Chesapeake Beach) - 7 p.m.
The Members of the Sons of the American
Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 will hold
its November meeting at 7 p.m. in the Upper
Level Meeting Hall of the Post. All Members
are urged to attend and make their voices
heard. For more information, call Commander Ward at 410-610-7217. www.ALPost206.
org.
Legion County Council Meeting
Chesapeake Beach) - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Members of the Legion County
Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Upper
Level Meeting Hall of the American Legion
Stallings-Williams Post 206.
Wednesday, Dec. 9
Sea Squirts
Calvert Marine Museum (Solomons) - 10 to
10:30 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
The Long Sleep. Free program for children
18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.
For more information about the museum
visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410-326-2042.
Pizza Night
Chesapeake Beach) - 5 to 8 p.m.
The Sons of the American Legion Stallings
Williams Post 206 will host their Wednesday
Pizza night from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Lower
Level Dining Room. Cost is $8 plus $1 per
extra topping. For information, call 301-8556644. www.ALPost206.org.
Thursday, Dec. 10
more information, please call 410-326-4640,
Zumba Gold-Toning
Sunderland Elementary School - 7 p.m.
This class is Zumba Gold Toning class - a
dance/fitness program specifically designed
for the beginner that allows you to move
at your own pace while working with light
weights. No experience is necessary. Come
see what its all about. We have a great
group of ladies who have a blast while growing stronger with every class.
Christmas Party and Meeting
Greene Turtle (Prince Frederick) - 7 to 10
p.m.
$25 or $15 if you bring an unwrapped toy.
Please respond to Thomas at 410-414-3660
or Marie at 443-624-8864 or mredffd@gmail.
com.
Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and

more
Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley
Way- noon to 3 p.m.
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your
Poets Circle
Way- 2 to 4 p.m.
Beginner or big-time, confident or compulsive,
stuck or star-lit! All are welcome. Expect a
friendly session of discussion, editing and support. Bring 5 copies of what you want to work
on or just yourself. Please register.
Holiday Evening Storytime

Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and
Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 7 to 8 p.m.
Join us for a wide variety of holiday stories and
activities.
Gingerbread House Workshop

Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 2 to 3 p.m.
Come and celebrate the holiday season by
building a small gingerbread house. Each child
is asked to bring a bag of any edible item to
share with the group to decorate all the gingerbread houses. Please register.
Clean Up Your Record

Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Do you or a relative have a minor criminal
charge on your record which you would like
removed? Learn what criminal charges are
eligible for expungement/shielding and learn
about the policies that impact you. The States
Attorneys office will explain the application
process to clean up your record. Co-sponsored
by Calvert Library and Calvert County NAACP.
Monday, December 14
Friday, December 11
JobSource Mobile Career Center

Way- 1 to 4 p.m.
Stop by to get job counseling, resume help,
search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38 mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart
board instructional technology, satellite internet
access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting
capabilities; state of the art workforce ap-
Minecraft Freeplay
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819
Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Play Minecraft on our computers while the
library is closed to other customers. Please
register.
Zentangling, ZenDoodling, Coloring

Way- 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Its the new craze...meditative drawing, adult
coloring, zentanglebasically using writing
implements to scribble away the stress. If
you like or want to try zentangling or coloring,
join retired art teacher Lynn Gauthier, to learn
new techniques or just meet up and share art
together. The library will supply regular copy
paper, colored pencils and a few sharpies. If
you would like to bring your own supplies, they
are welcome! Please register.
Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble and

more
Way- 10 to 1 p.m.
Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your
Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to
keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us!
Please register.
On Pins and Needles

Way- 1 to 4 p.m.
Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting,
crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of
conversation and shared creativity.
Wednesday, December 9
Introduction to Finding Grants

Way- 10 to 1:30 a.m.
Are you new to the field of grantseeking?
Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential
funders in this newly revised class. You will
learn the 10 most important things you need
to know about finding grants including: Who
funds nonprofits and what are their motivations;What do funders really want to know
about the organizations they are interested in
funding; How do you identify potential funders
and make the first approach. Please register.
Deck the Hall with Natural Materials

Way- 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Chesapeake Gardening Club will demonstrate
techniques in creating festive holiday centerpieces with natural materials found outdoors.
Bring your vase, basket or container and you
will receive specific ideas that you will be able
to implement before the holidays.

Way- 2 to 3 p.m.
building a gingerbread house. Each child is
asked to bring a bag of any edible item to share
with the group. For all ages. Please register.

Calvert Library Twin Beaches at Northeast
Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave.,
Chesapeake Beach- 10 to 11 a.m.
building a small gingerbread house. Each
participant is asked to bring a bag of any edible
item to share with the group to decorate all the
gingerbread houses. Open to all ages, but each
person making a house must be registered.
Holiday Evening Storytime

Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 6:30 to 7:30
p.m.
Please join us for a special Holiday Evening
Storytime, featuring favorite stories and holiday
dancers, at the Abigail Francisco School of
Classical Ballet, 4110 3rd Street in North
Beach.
Learn Mahjongg
Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G.
Trueman Rd., Solomons- 1 to 3 p.m.
Want to learn Mahjongg? Games are a great
way to keep your brain sharp while having fun!
Join us!
Flying Needles
Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group
open to anyone wanting to join in and share
talents, crafting time or learn a new skill.
Chess Saturday at the Library

Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 10 to noon
Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts
please join us (with or without your own chess
set) at the library the 2nd Saturday of each
month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and
levels welcome! Please register.
Drop-in Computer Coding

Way- 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Have fun learning the languages of computers.
Its fun, Its easy. Younger children will need the
help of an adult.

Chaneyville Rd., Owings- 10 to 11 a.m.

Trueman Rd., Solomons- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Its fun, its easy.
Board of Trustees meeting

Way- 2 to 4 p.m.
Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly
meeting.

Harbor Rd., Chesapeake Beach- 5 to 6 p.m.
Its fun, its easy.

Trueman Rd., Solomons- 10 to 11 a.m.
Thursday, December 10

Way- 10 to 11 a.m.
building a gingerbread house. Each child is
asked to bring a bag of any edible item to share
with the group. For all ages. Please register.
Tuesday, December 8
Saturday, December 5
Song Circle / Jam Session

Trueman Rd., Solomons- 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Singer-musicians trade songs, taking turns in
choosing and leading a group of musicians. Its
a sing-along with space for learning from each
other and trying new things. A range of playing
abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe.
great gifts for the reader and library-lover in

your crowd! Well have like-new books and
other gifts that readers would love for sale. A
Friends membership makes a thoughtful gift
as well!
JobSource Mobile Career Center

Stop by to get job counseling, resume help,
search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38 mobile center features 11 computer workstations, smart
board instructional technology, satellite internet
access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting
capabilities; state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile
device access.
On Pins and Needles

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch at Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett
Avenue, Chesapeake Beach- 1 to 4 p.m.
On Pins and Needles

Way- 1 to 4 p.m.
Friday, December 4
Memoirs and Creative Writing Workshop

Way- 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Join author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie as she
encourages the art of creative memoir writing.
Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your piece
of memoir, 500 to 800 words, to work on and
share with the group.
Monday, December 7

Trueman Rd., Solomons- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Its fun, Its easy.

Calvert Library Twin Beaches at Northeast
Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave.,
Chesapeake Beach- 2 to 3 p.m.
building a small gingerbread house. Each
participant is asked to bring a bag of any edible
item to share with the group to decorate all the
gingerbread houses. Open to all ages, but each
person making a house must be registered.
plications and connectivity for wireless mobile

device access.
Events

Its fun, its easy.

Resume and Cover Letter Workshop

Way- 1 to 3 p.m.
Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn
what makes a strong resume and cover letter. If
you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. One printed copy
helps. Please register.
Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to

keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us!
Please register.
Thursday, December 3
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Saturday, December 12
Shop with Friends
Way- 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join the Friends of Calvert Library for some
Contact your Local Library!

Fairview: 410-257-2101
Twin Beaches: 410-257-2411
Prince Frederick : 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862
Southern: 410-326-5289
www.calvert.lib.md.us
Games
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Games
CLUES ACROSS
1. Russian rulers (alt. sp.)

6. Swedish krona
9. Apothecaries unit
13. MN 55121
14. Longer forearm bone
15. Prosperous state of
well-being
16. Largest Czech city (alt. sp.)
17. Moss genus larger than
Bryum
18. ____ Marie Presley
19. White native of Cape
Province
21. Took the same position
22. About Sun
23. Respectful (abbr.)
24. Southeast
25. Rocket launching platform
28. Stake
29. Innermost parts
31. Bowfin genus
33. Past its prime
36. Valleys on moon
38. Cheer
39. Abrupt response
41. Leave in disgrace
44. Israeli politician Abba
45. Of an ecological sere
46. Former Kansas Sen. Dole
48. Very fast airplane
49. Blood group

51. This moment
52. Body cavity
54. Patrician
56. Exposing to ridicule
60. Beowulfs people
61. Gooseberry genus
62. Ali __ & the Forty Thieves
63. A French abbot
64. In a way, nailed
65. His equation predicted
antimatter
66. Smaller quantity
67. Danish krone
68. Heartbeat
CLUES DOWN
1. Used for insect sterilization

2. Arabian coffee cup
3. Culture medium & a food
gelling agent
4. Finger millets
5. Tin
6. More guileful
7. Tree gnarl
8. Force into place
9. Drawn
10. Sudden attack
11. Donkeys
12. George Gordon __
14. Behaving in an artificial
way
17. Moundbird
20. Orange-brown antelope
21. Flocks of mallards
23. Hall of Fame (abbr.)
25. Golf score
26. Friends (French)
27. Pickling herbs
29. In a way, dwelt
30. Pierces forcefully
32. Estranges
34. Shooting marble
35. Amounts of time
37. Register formally
40. Explosive
42. Kanza people, ____ Nation
43. Symbolize Shakti
47. Burdock seed vessel
49. Wild sheep of central Asia
50. Am. naturalist Charles
Wm.
52. A fencing sword
53. Romanian city straddling
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