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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Retired Judge Stephen Clagett is listed as serious but stable condition after March 2 a severe vehicle crash, Calvert law officers said. Clagett, who retired in 2008, is wellknown District Court judge serving as administrative judge for Calvert, St. Marys and Charles counties from 1996 up until his retirement. From 1975 until 1988 he served as deputy states attorney for Calvert County. According to police reports the accident occurred about 1:30 p.m. in Bristol on Route 261 when Shirley Thompson, 74, of Chesapeake Beach crossed the double yellow centerline. Traveling northbound in his GMC Sierra 1500, it is currently unknown why Thompson collided with Clagetts 2005 Honda Pilot traveling southbound, according to Lt. Stephen Jones, commander of the Calvert Investigative Team. Emergency responders found Clagett trapped in his vehicle and cut him out; he was transported to the trauma unit of Prince Georges Hospital Center in Cheverly for treatment. Thompson was pronounced dead after being taken to Calvert Memoral Hospital in Prince Frederick. Clagett is married to sitting Calvert Circuit Court Judge Marjorie Claggett. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Residents from Chesapeake Beach came out to the Feb. 27 alcohol board meeting to speak out against Captain Bigs, decrying it as a hotspot for fights and disorderly conduct that continuously disrupts life in the area. In their protest against the request for a license transfer, community members cited four calls for service from the sheriffs office at the bar since Jan. 24. One incident directly involved Captain Bigs co-owner Jeff Zutant when a
Attorney David C. Weigel represents Captain Bigs, with Mark Eckenrode, right, and KC York listening.
customer came back after being asked to leave and had to be escorted off the property, according to Zutant. In the process, he assaulted Zutant, and then told the police Zutant hit him. Two incidents were noise complaints. The fourth was a fight breaking out in the street in front of the bar. The owners changed the music, brought people indoors and dropped the music level after a certain time in an effort to attract a mature crown, Zutant said. They limit band appearances to holidays. Anne and Marie Drissel protested the claim, saying the bar recently hosted Hydra FX, a band geared toward a younger crowd. Community members told the liquor board the noise and rough element attracted to Captain Bigs are destroying property values, damaging the neighborhood and the problems dont appear to be subsiding. It has gotten even worse and people are growing genuinely frightened, said Chesapeake Beach property owner Anne Drissel. This is our neighborhood as well and were all members of the community, Zutant said. The owners have met with Chesapeake Beach Mayor Bruce Wahl, alcohol board president Alonzo Barber and members of the community to discuss ways to improve the situation between Captain Bigs and the community. Board Attorney Robert Damalouji reminded the Captain Bigs representatives the board has the authority to revoke a liquor license if it is in the best interest of the peace and safety
Photos by Sarah Miller Alcohol board members Jack Smack, left, Beth Swoap and Ruth Reid consider Captain Bigs case.
of the community. These young men have lost their way, Damalouji said, while acknowledging the efforts the owners have put forth to attract a more sedate crowd. Concerns were raised about the possibility of a summer tiki bar and the need to improve the safety plan for Captain Bigs. Alcohol board members chose to delay their vote until the March meeting, in order to effectively weigh community testimony. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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biker world, according to Harrington. I always say, Finance your bike, not your leather. She attempts to convince her customers not to pay five years for accessories by wrapping them in with the loan on the motorcycle. She said she does offer a low end merchandise along with her other products. Its not my favorite, but I do it so anyone can ride. I handpicked my vendors because they will replace faulty products. I learned that one the hard way. Renegade Classics is located at 131 Central Square Drive, Prince Frederick (behind Bank of America, across from Wal-mart). The phone number is 301-855-1999 and website is www.renegadeclassicssomd.com. The poker run for juvenile diabetes is April 20 with registration at 10 a.m. The $20 per hand fee includes an event t-shirt. The ride ends at Renegades with an after party with food, drink, live music, 50/50, and door prizes. Rain or shine. The charity is still there even if you cant ride your bike.
The College of Southern Marylands Corporate Center is searching for the 2013 Chief Executive Officer of the Year to be honored at the 13th annual Leading Edge Awards (LEA) on June 12. Recognizing outstanding leadership within Southern Maryland, the Corporate Center is seeking nominations for this top honor by April 1. Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in Maryland, the Southern Maryland business community and its CEOs face a unique set of financial, technological and workforce challenges, and the LEA provides the opportunity to celebrate corporate success and to recognize those individuals responsible for encouraging economic growth and vigor in the region. To qualify, nominees must be with a business located within Charles, Calvert or St. Marys counties, be in a position of leadership in a Southern Maryland business (private sector), and be available to attend the ceremony, 6 to 9:30 p.m., June 12, at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. Nominations are due by Aril 1 For information, call 301-934-7837 or email blahman@csmd.edu.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Bullying is a serious issue in the schools, but schools cant deal with unreported occurrences. If children are bullied, they or their parents should talk to school authorities, according to Calvert public schools Executive Director of Administration Kim Roof. Schools have report forms on site and on-line. Documenting incidents allows the school to track patterns and trends, allowing specific responses to root problems.
School counselors and administrators are available for conferences with victims or bullies. The schools have the option to dispense disciplinary actions or bring parents and students together to formulate a solution. Schools aim to change a bullys behavior at the first offence but the system is not perfect. A school can address the situation, only to have the bully act out again. When the cycle is repeated four or five times before finding an effective way to address the bullying, parents and victims can become frustrated, believing
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Events such as Love a Book Night encourage students to enjoy reading, according to PTA President Yolanda Evans. Students will need to know how to read no matter what they want to do with their lives. This was Janet Cortezs first Love a Book Night with her kindergartener. She said she enjoyed the evening out with neighbors and fellow parents in the school. The PTA begins planning Love a Book Night in January, sending letters to parents and county officials and arranging catering. The evenings dignitaries included Commissioners Susan Shaw, Chesapeake Beach Town Council Members Valerie Beaudin, Pat "Irish" Mahoney and Eric Reinhardt and Sheriff Mike Evans. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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By Sandy Shoemaker Guest Contributor The Southern Maryland Sabres Squirt White team began its long season back in October. With many new team members, some of whom were brand new to hockey, no one knew what to expect from the team. Led by Captain Jeremy Boyden and alternate captains Paige Wheeler and Brandon Cavey, the team completed an undefeated season with two more wins in their final weekend of regular season play on Feb. 23 and 24. The Sabres play at the Capital Clubhouse in Waldorf as part of the Capital Corridor Hockey League with other regional clubs such as Navy Youth Hockey, the Bowie Bruins, the NOVA Ice Dogs and the Howard Huskies. Over the course of seventeen regular season games, Squirt White posted a record of 16-0-1. Built on a defense-first system, the team allowed sixteen total goals over the course the regular season. Defense pair Ethan Koch and Derek Abell proved to be the teams most reliable stay at home blueliners and could always be counted on to hold the offensive zone line and chase down forwards on the back check. Defenseman Braeden Cradduck was the clubs best shot blocker while David Schuylers smooth skating allowed him the flexibility to move from defense to forward as needed. Robert Peterman and Jeremy Boyden proved to be the teams offensive minded D-men, as Jeremy led the team in goals with 27. The defense was backed up by goalie Jacob Hunting who registered a total of nine shutouts over the course of the seasonincluding the last four games. Jacob posted a GAA of .94 for the season thanks in large part to the support from the defense in front of him. Squirt White showed their skill on offense with a total of 99 goals scored in the
seasons 17 games. The teams top line of Brandon Cavey, Paige Wheeler and Jacob Williams scored 57 points. Steven Collins ended the season with an impressive 16 points, with linemate Sam Viniard just behind with 11six of them goals and Rab Eakmans quickness allowed him to make contributions in every game. Tanner Broadwater scored six goals in his first season at the squirt level with several assists from linemate Courtney Edmonds and Jordan Adams. The teams coaches Will Hunting, Bill Boyden and John Wheeler were thrilled by the seasons results, but were much more impressed with how their players had come together as a team. Every player has bought into the team concept. I love to see how much these kids enjoy spending time together. And as coaches, we have had as much fun as they have, said Hunting. The Squirt White team heads into the CCHL Championship tournament this weekend as the second seed. They won 2 of 3 games to advance to the semi-final game at the Capital Clubhouse. They tied the game at two in the third period, before they lost in a shootout. The team has one last tournament in Frederick. About the Southern Maryland Sabres: The Southern Maryland Sabres Hockey Club draws players from Charles, St. Mary's, Calvert, Prince George's, King George, Va. counties and beyond. The Sabres offer a range of ice hockey programs including learning to play hockey, recreational teams, travel teams and skills sessions. The Sabres' home arena is the Capital Clubhouse in Waldorf, Md. www.somdsabres.org
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Forty percent of all reported domestic violence victims have been strangled within the previous year. Sixty two percent of these cases had no visible sign of injury. The victim will recant accusations in 70-80 percent these cases the victim will recant because she doesnt understand the danger she is in. Wednesday afternoon, representatives from Safe Harbor, Inc. presented the countys law enforcement community a new tool to assist in prosecuting domestic violence abusers. The Tool The new Kwiklite ultra-violet alternative light source camera lens and stabilizer illuminates dried blood and reveals subdermal bruising in a strangulation victim the type of bruising invisible to the naked eye, either showing up after the incident or not at all, said Crime Scene Technician Greg Crump. Bruises appear in digital images because the lens detects body fluids. Strangulation leaves blood close to the surface of the skin. The new lens and light will speed up the process in photographing evidence. Photos admissible as evidence, according to States Attorney Laura L. Martin. Ease of mobility allows the camera to be transported to the hospital or to the crime scene. The unit, stored in a container the size of a briefcase, will become the primary camera used, replacing a bulkier camera wand, lugged around in a large box on wheels. The old camera is still useable and will remain in the field, Crump said. Trained to use the equipment when Safe Harbor purchased it, Crump said the learning curve included understanding the different settings needed for different skin tones. If demand for the camera is high, both at crime scenes and to photograph abuse victims, the sheriffs office may apply for grants to purchase a second one, Crump said. Safe Harbor board member Ed Apple negotiated an agreement with the camera supplier to train additional individuals. The Problem Victims dont recognize they have been strangled. When asked if their abuser strangled them, they often say their attacker grabbed them, or choked them, Crump said. Strangling is an anoxic injury; meaning airflow is cut off during the incident, according to Phyllis Poole of the Crisis Intervention Center. Those working with domestic violence victims fight the misconception that strangulation is premeditated, uses ligatures or ends in death. Two recent domestic violence deaths, one each in Calvert and St. Marys, seem to substantiate this mindset. In her application for a protective order Kimberly Dawn Carter wrote In the past three or more years numerous times too many to remember, he has hit, chocked, kicked, punched and slapped me.
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The Strangulation Project This initiative brought together representatives from law enforcement, states attorneys office, Safe Harbor and the medical community to provide a comprehensive solution to domestic violence. Prior to the Hayward murder/suicide last August, members of the Domestic Response Team talked about the countys desire to stay on the cutting edge and be proactive in offering services. The result has been Calvert Countys participation in two pilot projects. First was the use of Domestic Violence Lethality Screen For First Responders. All deputies are trained to administer a one-page questionnaire at the scene. This survey is based upon researched criteria determining the level of risk the person is in. If there is a yes to any of the first three questions, the victim is automatically referred to the Domestic Response Team. Once a case is funneled to the team, someone will take the victims statement, have injuries forensically photographed then collect a protective order, search warrant and arrest warrant. I like to think of it as a one-stop-shop. We execute it all at once to help the victim from doing many steps throughout several days, Sgt. Timothy Fridman said last August. The Strangulation Project is as much about education as using the camera to document evidence. Someone will explain to the victim that choking is in fact strangulation and describe the seriousness of the threat. The second pilot program for the initiative came with Safe Harbors $18,000 purchase of the alternative light source camera. If a victim does recant, the states attorneys office can use the digital evidence to force the cases further, according to previous statements from Martin. Safe Harbor In 1991, a taskforce assembled to address the needs of abused persons. Out of this taskforce grew Safe Harbor, Inc. Linda Kelly and Ed Apple have been Safe Harbor Board of Directors since the beginning.
Photo by Frank Marquart Phyllis Poole, left, States Attorney Laura Martin, Sgt. Tim Fridman (back), Linda Kelley, Sheriff Mike Evans and Crime Scene Technician Greg Crump assemble for Safe Harbors presentation of a special camera.
Safe Harbor, Inc. became a formal 501(c)3 non-profit organization to act as a conduit for grants and to handle donations coming into the health department. Victims of domestic violence receive food, shelter, safety, counseling and medical services between the countys health department and Safe Harbor, which contributes a minimum of $30,000 annually to the county to support a shelter, according Apple. Some donations come from individuals who once needed Safe Harbors services. One woman stayed at the house for a couple days, then moved out of the area and disappeared. A couple years later they heard from her again. She had divorced her abusive husband, and wanted to donate $10,000 to Safe Harbor so it could help others in the same situation. Her large donations continued for a few years, Apple said. Such large donations are unusual, but it went to prove the services Safe Harbor offers are needed and appreciated. All money collected during the year goes into the operation of the shelter, Kelley said. The directors are volunteers. The organization has no overhead or administrative fees. Volunteers dont receive reimbursement for gas expenses, she said. Safe Harbor volunteers have learned to stretch a dollar and take advantage of programs open to shelters, Apple said. When the county had to cut their donation, he found a program to purchase food from panties. The purchase of commercial grade freezers and refrigerators allows him to fill a truck with bulk food every couple of months, paying less than he could at a grocery store. A mattress supplier provided Kelly a steep discount upon discovering the purchase was for a shelter. The shelter has a small supply of cash on hand to help buy clothing and school supplies for parents and children who left their home with nothing. Some money is used to help victims get a fresh start. If an individual has a job and all they need is money for a rent deposit, Kelley said Safe Harbor will help, providing assistance for furniture if needed.
The Shelter After a violent incident, both parties go into a honeymoon phase, according the States Attorney Martin. The victim becomes convinced their significant other will not hurt them again, that it was a mistake, that they did something to deserve the abuse and everything will be fine if they dont do it again. Eventually the honeymoon phase levels out and tensions begin to rise again, culminating in another violent episode, thus perpetuating the cycle, Martin said. Generally, a victim will go back seven or eight times before deciding to take action to get out. When children are involved, the victim tries to reconcile with the abuser to keep the family together. Emotional and monetary investments hold the victim in the situation, hoping for a change. Removing the victim from the cycle can prevent deaths related to domestic violence. And when death occurs, a record of past episodes usually comes to light, Martin said. When theyre living it, they cant see it, she said. Safe Harbor shelter is a safe haven for female victims and their children. Some stay for a night or two, until they find another living situation. Others have stayed for six months or more while trying to get back on their feet. There is no time limit for a stay, and victims do not pay to stay in the shelter. You dont get your life back in three days, Kelley said. The shelter will not turn anyone away if it runs out of rooms, leasing local hotel space for short-term residents. Victims can receive free counseling at the Crisis Intervention Center located at the Calvert County Health Department. The Helpline is open 24 hours a day and can be reached at 410-535-2212. All inquiries are confidential. Anyone interested in working with Safe Harbor should contact Kelley at ltkelley@comcast.net. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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husband Howard Chase, five sons, Michael Gross (Myrtle), Howard Moore, Timothy Harrod (Natonja), Paul, and Stanton Chase (Julie); two daughters Katina Black (Dameon), and Sharon Moore; 21 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Owen and Herbert (Emmaline); and adopted brother George Johnson; two sister in-laws Annie Chew and Arlene Howard, and one brother inlaw Anthony Parker; three uncles, James (Louise), Richard, and Charles (Patricia); three aunts: Beatrice, Delores and Mary Buck; five godchildren, Andre, Latinia, Desmond, Rashard, and Lauryn; four devoted friends, Audrey Jones, Toreno Wortham, Louise Savoy, and Faynette Johnson; two very dedicated nieces Anna Gross and Connie Howard; and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Funeral service was held on March 2 at Dunkirk Baptist Church, Dunkirk, Md. with Rev. Dr. Samson Y. Nortey, eulogist. The interment was at Eastern UM Church Cemetery, Lusby, Md. The pallbearers were Eric Gross, Thomas Johnson, Levi Buck, Delfonte Johnson, Steve Buck and Desmond Davis. The honorary pallbearers were Joshua Jones and Rydell Wortham. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.
most songs. John played for all of the choirs at different phases in the Music Ministry, but most of his playing time was spent with the Senior Choir, Choir No. 2 and Angelic Voices Choir. On Feb. 22, 1982, John married Rose White and from their 30-year union four beautiful and talented daughters were born. With the arrival of his girls, Johns life was full. John loved to share a good laugh and a good conversation. He was always very concerned about the sick and shut in, often seeing to the needs of others while forsaking his own health concerns stating, I cant complain. John made it a point to take his family to visit the sick and minister unto them in song. John also enjoyed cooking and often watched cooking shows on television. After seeing something of interest, he would create a similar meal but add a personal twist. He would then call the girls at the end of a work shift to make sure they had either picked up a dish of his newest creation for lunch or taken it home for dinner. John also loved black and white movies. He would often call one of the girls whenever he would come upon a particularly hilarious clip to share a laugh to two. On Wednesday, Feb. 20 God called John home from his labors. He fought his good fight and he finished his course, now there remains a rest for his soul. John leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Rose; his mother, Mary Virginia Sollers; two sons, John Sollers Jr. and Marland White; four daughters, Marie, Kim, LaShawn, and Yolanda Sollers; 15 grandchildren; one brother, Randolph Sollers, three sisters, Sherry Butler and Lesteen and Erica Sollers; four brothers-in-law, Nathan Butler; George (Margaret), Russell (Kim) and Matthew White (Linda); six sisters-in-law, Barbara Boyd, Patricia White, Elsie Wilson (Carl), Bessie Willett (Milton), Arlene Forbes (Aubrey), and Marilyn Jones (Jesse); two nieces, Kelly Strong and Tia Butler; one nephew, Nathan Butler Jr.; one god-daughter, Jessica Jones Minor and a host of other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Milton Sr., his brothers Milton Jr. and Leroy and his sister Gloria. Funeral service was held on Feb. 26 at Dunkirk Baptist Church, Dunkirk, Md. with Elder Jerome Jones as eulogist. The interment was at Moses Cemetery, Lothian, Md. The pallbearers were Elsworth Hawkins Sr., Randolph Sollers, Cental Wills, Tony Garrett, Clyde Jones III and Donny Washington. The honorary pallbearers were Jerry Gross and Trevor Kentish. Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.
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Frederick for the past seven years. Millie was primarily a homemaker, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and was also employed as a sales associate at Wal-Mart in Prince Frederick since 2000. Millie enjoyed traveling on long vacations as well as taking day trips. She also liked shopping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Millie loved being around people and was very fond of the friends she made while working at Wal-Mart. Millie was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Tip Tippett in 2006 and by siblings Catherine Gates and Margaret, Walter and Charles Willett. She is survived by daughters Millie Y. Redmon and husband James of Mitchellville, and Mary E. Williams and husband Wesley of Huntingtown and by sons John R. Oliver and wife Susan of Tennessee, Bruce E. Oliver of Owings, James E. Tippett and wife Stacey of Prince Frederick and Samuel W.B. Tippett and wife Jennifer of Shady Side. Also surviving are grandchildren Ricky, Matthew, Brandon, Jessica, Dustin, Josh, Alex, LeeAnna, Jessica, Megan, Sam and Hunter; great-grandchildren Camden and Dustin and brothers Louis Willett of Nanjemoy and James Willett of Accokeek. Family and friends were received March 3 at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where a funeral service and celebration of Millies life was held March 4. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk, Md. Expressions of sympathy in Millies name may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Fredrick, MD 20678 or online at www.calverthospice.org. For information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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Loretta Grace Ketner, 88, of Lusby, Md. passed away on Feb. 25 in Solomons Nursing Center. She was born in Bullskin Township, Fayette County, Pa. on Aug. 29, 1924 to the late Franklin Dewey and Emma Bertha Cavanaugh. She was the beloved wife to Robert T. Ketner. Grace as she was known by all was a most remarkable person God put on this earth. Grace is survived by her husband, Robert T. Ketner; children, Sandra Davis, Lawrence Ketner, and Donna Herrmann; eight grandchildren and seven grea- grandchildren; siblings Wilma Fye (Max), Howard Cavanaugh (Alice), and Everett Cavanaugh (Margie). She was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings, Melvin Paul Cavanaugh and Mildred Reasinger. The family received friends on Feb. 28 in the Rausch Funeral Home Chapel, Lusby, Md. where funeral services were held with Rev. David Graves officiating. Interment will take place on Thursday, March 14 at 1 p.m. the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. Should friends desire contributions may be made in Graces memory to the Alzheimers Association, National Area Chapter, 11240 Waples Mill Road, Suite #402, Fairfax, VA 22030 www.alz.org. For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com
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Mildred Elizabeth Millie Tippett, 72, of Prince Frederick, Md. passed away Feb. 28 at her residence. Millie was born June 3, 1940 in Pomonkey, Md. to Walbur and Mildred Alice (Allen) Willett. She was raised in Accokeek where she attended public schools and graduated from Gwynn Park High School in 1958. Millie married Everett Tip Tippett on August 1, 1969 and they lived in Dunkirk, and later Huntingtown. She has lived in Prince
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The Southern Maryland Regional Library Association welcomed a new member to its board of trustees during the annual corporation meeting on February 12. Caroline Guy joined nine other board members who are elected annually to serve a one-year term. The other eight who were elected are returning members, including the board president, Kiplinger Hine. The Southern Maryland Regional Library Association is a regional resource center for the public libraries in Calvert, Charles and St. Marys Counties; providing library services for the staff and customers of public libraries throughout Southern Maryland. The board of trustees is composed of three members from each of the three county library boards. The regional library was formed in 1959 to enhance the services provided by the county libraries. It is part of a state-wide resource
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From left to right: Maureen Cunningham (Calvert), Henry Scharles (Vice President, Charles), Carolyn Guy (St. Marys), Kiplinger Hine (President, Calvert), Joan Springer (St. Marys), Samuel Worsley, Jr. (Charles), Carole Ann Romary (St. Marys), Christopher J. Iekel (Charles), and Celeste Forte (Treasurer, Calvert).
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network of three regional resource centers, working in collaboration with the State Library Resource Center, to provide efficient, economical and coordinated library services that the county library systems cannot adequately provide themselves. For more information about the Southern Maryland Regional Library Association, visit smrla.org or call 301-884-0436.
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Carlyle Lancaster, president of the Charlotte Hall School Board of Trustees, right, presents a donation of $5,000 to the College of Southern Marylands Southern Maryland Studies Center (SMSC) Coordinator Amy Richmond for the centers efforts to digitize the Charlotte Hall Military Academys (CHMA) yearbooks from 1909 through 1976. The yearbooks from 1954 through 1976 have been completed and will be available to view through the CHMA Alumni Associations website, www.CHMA.org, in October 2013. In addition, the SMSC has a collection on the CHMA that dates back to its establishment in 1774. SMSC was founded in 1976 in order to provide a central location for research on Southern Maryland. Students, historians, genealogists and community members use SMSC archivescontaining more than 200 unique collections of personal papers, records of local businesses and organizations, manuscripts, photographs, rare books, maps, architectural drawings, oral history interviews and audiovisual material dating from the 18th century to the presentto study the culture and development of Charles, Calvert, St. Marys, and southern areas of Anne Arundel and Prince Georges counties.
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Blue Crabs Fill-in Roster
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs manager Patrick Osborn continued to fill-in the 2013 roster, as he announced three more additions to the team today. Outfielder Brian Barton will rejoin the team this season, while infielders Renny Osuna and Kody Hightower will play their first season with Southern Maryland in 2013. Barton, 30, will return to the Blue Crabs for a second straight year after finishing third on the team and 12th in the Atlantic League in batting average (.309) during the 2012 season. The six-foot-three, 190-pound Barton also finished among the top three for Southern Maryland in games played (130), runs (66), hits (153), triples (6), RBIs (60) and stolen bases (23), as well as owning the highest batting average (.375) for the Blue Crabs during their 2012 playoff run. Before coming to Southern Maryland, Barton spent a majority of his career playing Triple-A ball as part of the Cleveland Indians, St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta braves farm organizations. Barton also appeared in 83 games for the Cardinals and Braves as a utility outfielder with a .268 average, 23 runs, 41 hits, 13 extrabase hits and 13 RBIs from 2008-09. The Los Angeles, Calif. native was originally signed by Cleveland as an amateur free agent in 2005 and made his major league debut on April 1, 2008 for the Cardinals. Barton last appeared in a major league uniform for Atlanta on June 3, 2009. Changing pace to the Independent League for the first time, 27 year-old Osuna will join the Blue Crabs after spending last season as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers Double-A Arkansas Travelers of the Texas League. In 124 games in 2012 Osuna hit .258 with 64 runs (first on the team), 123 hits, 28 extra-base hits and 43 RBIs. Osuna, a member of the Texas Rangers organization for six of seven career seasons, reached as high as Double-As Frisco RoughRiders of the Texas League before joining the Travelers in 2012. In four Double-A seasons, Osuna played in 438 career games, achieving a .277 average with 231 runs, 470 hits, 101 extra-base hits and 174 RBIs. A native of Caracas, Venezuela, Osuna was originally drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 32nd round of the 2005 MLB Amateur Draft from New Mexico Junior College. Another new addition Kody Hightower, 27, joins the Blue Crabs after last appearing in the Australian Baseball League in 2011. In 34 games Hightower hit .361 with 26 runs, 44 hits, 18 extra-base hits and 25 RBIs for the Canberra Cavalry, serving as a utility infielder. Hightower also has previous experience with the Midwest Sliders of the Frontier League of Independent Baseball in 2008 and is originally from Lenoir, North Carolina.
The CSM Lady Hawks basketball team, led by Coach Andrew Norris, left, in his second season as head coach, fell to Harford Community College in the second round of the Maryland Junior College (MDJUCO) Tournament with a score of 58-57 on Feb. 14 in Harford. No. 8 seeded CSM narrowly lost to No. 1 seeded Harford Community College in the final seconds of the game.
sity of Delaware, football power that it is, to be the Ravens first round pick in 2008 and has spent his NFL career typecast as a game-manager on a runfirst offense and a team dominated by its defense, is the highest paid player in the NFL. How did this happen? Well, first (and obviously) Flacco played his tail off when it mattered most. Flacco, an underrated big game quarterback, outplayed Peyton Manning and Tom Brady on the road and ran his career playoff record to 9-4. Truth be told his record could even be better: save for a Lee Evans dropped pass, he had Bradys Patriots beaten in last years AFC Championship Game. Theres more than just timely play, though, to Joe the highest paid player in NFL history Flacco. At some point in young Joes life someone a parent, teacher, coach or all of the above did the lad a favor by planting and sowing within him a seed of self-confidence. Flacco, all grown up and with his confidence in full bloom, earned his new contract by not accepting his stereotype as a game manager or definition as a good - average Joe, if you will - NFL quarterback. And when faced with a huge career decision, with all the chips all down, he displayed the fortitude to bet on the one person he believed in unequivocally: himself. Hmmdo I have a Joe Flacco? Do you? Have I enabled a youngsters success? Have you? The bet is we both have work to do. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail sarahmiller@countytimes.net.
Entertainment Calendar
Thursday, March 7
Trivia, Ladies Night and Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Friday, March 8
4 Friends Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Adam Ritchie Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 9
Not So Modern Jazz Quartet The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m. Live Music Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m. The Ravyns Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 10 p.m. 25th Hour Band Jake and Als Chophouse (258 Town Square Drive, Lusby) 8 p.m.
Sunday, March 10
able and received the rights to bring it to the stage. The production company did the same the first night The Phantom of the Opera was available to high schools. Director Derek Anderson prefers to find shows leaving the big stage, believing it keeps productions fresh. Students designed and constructed all sets and costumes. Huntingtown High School junior Bud Beard worked with set design in the past. During this production, he took a leadership position with the crew and created some props on his own. In productions like In the Heights, students have multiple roles behind the scenes and on stage. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students with ID. Sponsors and patrons fund the theatre program. AccordPhotos by Sarah Miller Washington Heights citizens try to beat the heat.
Live Music Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m. The Genevans 90 Church Street, Prince Frederick, - 7 p.m. World Tavern Poker Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 1 and 4 p.m.
ing to Anderson, Eye of the Storm productions uses neither school nor county funds to put on productions. The group solicits local businesses and accepts community donations. There will be a special dinner and show package on March 15. The show opens March 8 at 7 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on March 10 and 7 p.m. showings March 14 to 16. Tickets are available at www.hhseyeofthestorm.com, 410-4147063 and at the door. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
Monday, March 11
Pizza and Pint Night Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 4 p.m. The Comedians a COSMIC presentation Crossroad Christian Church, 150 Ball Road, St. Leonard, 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 12
Eric Landes Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13
Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 8 p.m.
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Thursday, March 14
Trivia, Ladies Night and Karaoke Anthonys Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Boulevard, Dunkirk) 9 p.m.
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Out&About
Friday, March, 8
Mission Possible: Promoting Non-Profit Success College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata) - 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Marylands will host its third annual conference for employees, board members and volunteers of the regions nonprofit organizations. The event will feature a keynote address, The Boards Dashboard: Getting the Data You Need to Govern, by Justin Pollock, founder and principal of Orgforward. Conference participants will select from among 10 presentations on fundraising, strategy, volunteer recruitment, strengthening community relationships and utilizing public access television. $40 before Feb. 25; $55 after Feb. 25; $35 group rate (five or more). Register online at www.csmd.edu/ NonProfitInstitute/Events.html, or call Kim Yellman at 301-934-7627 or Sharon Buckler at 301-934-7602. Calvert Coffee Connection Meeting Postons Fitness for Life Studio, (10735 Town Center Blvd; Dunkirk, Md. 20754) 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Bob Poston and Linda Copeland are ex-
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with clowns Tim Marrone and Joe Brady. Admission payable at the door: Regular $10, Special (senior, student, military) $8, and Family $25. For full program visit www.cosmicmusic.org or call 240-561-5799. boats and required equipment, trailering, legal requirements in Md., boat handling, waterway signs, rules of the road, and marine radio. This course satisfies the Md. Boating Safety Education requirement for all Maryland boaters born after July 1, 1972. A fee of $30 covers the course manual and materials. Advance registration is encouraged and may be made by calling 410-535-2035.
cited about hosting our next meeting. They have some great things planned with refreshments and other activities for womens health and fitness. The Studio is located right behind Giant in a new building, near the hardware store. If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to call 410-980-5771. Confirmation of attendance preferred.
Sunday, March 17
DBCelebrates 20 Years of Public Ministry Dunkirk Baptist Church, 11275 S. Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, 10:30 a.m. Join Dunkirk Baptist Church for a special worship with DBCs founding pastor, Dr. Dennis Felder followed by a potluck luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. We look forward to sharing the message of Gods forever faithfulness over the last 20 years at Dunkirk Baptist Church and always. Call 301-855-3555 Click: DunkirkBaptistChurch. org Email: office@dunkirkbaptistchurch.org
Saturday, March 10
Trinity United Methodist Church 90 Church Street, Prince Frederick, - 7 p.m. Trinity United Methodist Church will host The Genevans, a 50-voice choir (one being a Calvert High School graduate) from Geneva College. This is the final stop on their weeklong east coast tour. It promises to be a wonderful concert. Free will offering to be accepted. Trinity is located at. For more information, call 410-535-1782 or visit www. trinityumchurch.org
Thursday, March 21
Nervous When Asked to Speak Publically? County Services Plaza (150 Main Street in Prince Frederick, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Youre not alone and there is help right in your own community. Toastmasters International is the leading movement devoted to making effective oral communication a worldwide reality. Through its member clubs, Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening, and thinking vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of mankind. Meetings are held the first and third Thursday of every month. For more information please contact Belinda Denton at 443-624-2402, or bdcapuano@msn.com. Visit our website at www.calvert.toastmastersclubs.org.
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Boating Safety Class scheduled County Services Plaza, 150 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20678 The Boating Skills & Seamanship safety course in nine sessions is being offered by Coast Guard Auxiliary Drum Point Flotilla, on Mondays and Thursdays beginning March 18and finishing on April 15. Each session is two hours. The course covers
Sunday, March 11
The Comedians a COSMIC presentation Crossroad Christian Church, 150 Ball Road, St. Leonard, 4 p.m. Featuring young artist competition winners Jessica Lyons, Katelyn Lynos, and Moriah Morgan. Kabalevskys The Comedians
Library Events
Friday, March 8
On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 1 to 4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. Ages birth through 5. Black History Month: Meet Billy Poe Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 2:30 to 4 p.m. William Billy Poe is a poet, essayist, and documentary photographer. He shares his research through exhibitions, original plays, and film vignettes. He is also the author of African-Americans of Calvert County. Mr. Poes work will be displayed in the foyer the entire month of February. peal Way, Lusby, 10:25 to 10:55 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. Memoirs & Creative Writing Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley 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, 500-800 words, to work on and share with the group. Yes! You CAN Use a Computer! Calvert Library Southern Branch, 20 Appeal Way, Lusby, 2 to 3 p.m. Facebook: Learn the steps to setting up a Facebook account so you can locate and keep in touch with friends and family. The training will last an hour and will take place in a small group. Please register. Call 410-326-5289. JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 3 to 7 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38 mobile center features 11 computer workstations, Smart Board instructional technology, satellite internet access, exterior audio visual and broadcasting capabilities, state of the art workforce applications and connectivity for wireless mobile device access. Call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862 for more information. Winter Interludes: Zoe Mulford Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Talented and original, Zoe Mulfords voice, personality and banjo bring an American edge to an English folk delivery that forges a magical bond between her audience and her music. Dont miss her during this visit from England.
Thursday, March 14
Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 10 to 11 a.m. An informal discussion of local history of interest to long-time Calvertonians and newbies. Complimentary coffee and tea. Come, relax in our living room, and share or learn something new! Call for information 410-257-2411. Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 2 to 3 p.m. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K-3rd grade. Please register. Call 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Evening Storytime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. This storytime is for the family with children of multiple ages. Children enjoy books and language through short stories, songs, crafts and more. An adult must accompany child. This weeks theme: Zoo. Lifelong Learning Series: Your Android Phone or Tablet 101 Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Are you considering the purchase of an Android smartphone or tablet and want to know the basics of how to get started? Or maybe you have one already and need a little support? Bring your device and well give you a few pointers. Please register. Call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Saturday, March 9
Garden Smarter: Propagation Planning for the Future with More Plants Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 10 to 11:30 a.m. A general discussion about starting plants from seed, by division, and cuttings. Call 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862 to learn more. Playtime Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. Playtime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time for you and your child. Engage in interactive play, connect with other parents and caregivers, and have fun! Bring a non-battery operated toy to share. No registration. For ages birth through 5 years old. Playtime Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Playtime is learning and discovery time
Monday, March 11
Monday Morning Movies & More Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 10 to 11 a.m. Bring the little ones for movies and a story. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Kids Just Want to Have Fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Reading, discussion and projects for children in K-3rd grade. Please register. Call 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Book Discussion Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Read either or both books by Julie Otsuka: When the Emperor Was Divine; The Buddha in the Attic. Both books explore the female Japanese experience in America.
Wednesday, March 13
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