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- Mission BBQ co-owner Bill Kraus after the ribbon cutting of their new Lexington Park store
10 Business 12 Education 14 18 23 23 Neighborhood School Feature Story Design Diaries Backyard to Our Bay 16 Crime 22 Letters
24 Obituaries 26 Sports
Yeoman 3rd Class Lashanda Watlington, center, sings the National Anthem at the ribbon cutting for Mission BBQ in San Souci Shopping Center. She is flanked by business owners Bill Kraus, left, and Steve Newton.
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The St. Marys Recreation and Parks Summerstock program is proud to put on the Broadway musical, Hairspray, from July 26 to July 28 at Great Mills High School.
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COUNTY NEWS Sheriff: Tag Reader Info Not Used to Track Citizens
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The St. Marys County Sheriffs Office employs one electronic license plate reader device (LPR) on a patrol car and every license plate it come near it reads and puts in a database but the information is not used to track the movements of everyday citizens said Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron. Just how much LPRs are used to record the whereabouts of citizens came into sharp focus last week after the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) released a report stating that many police departments around the country use LPRs that are recording vast amounts of data on citizens as they drive and storing that information in databases for sometimes upto several years. The ACLU argued that such information could have a significant chilling affect on the lives of citizens as they might choose not to engage in political speech or public activities if they believed their movements were being recorded. Cameron said the LPR technology has been most useful in spotting cars operated without a valid registration, that are stolen or whose operator has a warrant out for their arrest. He also said LPRs could be used eventually for criminal investigations, such as burglary cases, where the technology could be used to stake out a certain neighborhood to see if license plates can be matched to suspects police have developed. That wouldnt be probable cause enough for an arrest but that would be used to develop or eliminate suspects, Cameron said. We use it basically for traffic enforcement and warrants. It has tremendous potential for criminal investigations. The data stored in the sheriffs database remains there only for about 30 days, Capt. Edward Willenborg, head of the agencys patrol division said. This is mostly a function of memory capacity, he said. The information is coalated and transferred to the Maryland Coordination and Analysis Center, a fusion center for law enforcement and homeland security information, where is is held for one year along with data from other law enforcement agencies statewide, Cameron said. Of the thousands of tags the LPR device reads every day in St. Marys only about one percent result in enforceable hits on a hot list. Cameron said he was familiar with the ACLU report and agreed that some of the concerns about invasion of privacy were valid but here use of information in the database for any reason other than a legitimate investigation was forbidden.
Unless its part of a criminal investigation it would be an unlawful query, Cameron said. Its all our jobs here to see that its used appropriately and within the law. Cameron said concerns over the violation of civil liberties were valid but that the technology was balanced by proper use in favor of public safety. The ACLU study points to information it received from Freedom of Information Act requests in 2012 on Maryland as a prime example of the far reaching affects of the technology. The vast majority of license plate data are collected from people who have done nothing wrong at all, the study reads. Often only a fraction of one percent of reads are hits and an even smaller fraction result in an arrest. In our records request, documents from Maryland illustrate this point. The report showed that 75 percent of Marylands law enforcement agencies are wired into the state fusion center which collected more than 85 million license plate records in 2012. Greg Shipley, spokesman for the Maryland State Police, said their LPRs download all their information to the state fusion center directly and access to the information is strictly limited to criminal investigations. All of that information is maintained with strict oversight, Shipley said. Statistics for this year through May show statewide license plate readers had more than 29 million reads with only two-tenths of one percent were hits for suspicion of having committed a crime or moving violation. In short, Marylands license plate readers collect massive amounts of data, almost none of which are tied to any known or even suspected wrongdoing, the study stated. Even the vast majority of hits are for minor regulatory violations. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Several molds await helping hands to turn them into reef balls, which will become homes to oysters and a bevy of other aquatic creatures once in the St. Marys River.
tuary beginning in August and volunteer opportunities abound for getting to better understand the importance of replenishing the pollutant-eating oyster population and learning about the small changes that can lead to a significant impact for the health of the watershed and its many inhabitants. Most reef ball making days will begin around 8 a.m. and those interested just need to call ahead to (301) 247-6047. For more information on this and St. Marys River Watershed Association executive other projects the St. Marys River Waterdirector Bob Lewis (left) shows STEM intern Jared shed Association is involved in, visit www. Kimmey and project supervisor David Wood how smrwa.org.
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Yeoman 3rd Class Lashanda Watlington, center, sings the National Anthem at the ribbon cutting for Mission BBQ in San Souci Shopping Center. She is flanked by business owners Bill Kraus, left, and Steve Newton.
County Commissioner Todd Morgan takes aim with a Ruger .22 target pistol July 20 at Sanners Lake Sportmens Clubs grand reopening after nearly two years of modernizing the ranges.
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Since 1951 Sanners Lake Sportsmens club has hosted rifle, pistol and shotgun shooters, providing them with the only private range open to gun enthusiasts in the county just off of Great Mills Road. But for the past two years the board of directors of the club shut the ranges down for a complete overhaul, finally reopening them July 20. County elected leaders, government officials and residents came out to try the new ranges with .22 caliber rifles and pistols and shotguns; for some of them it was their first time ever pulling a trigger. We needed to bring ourselves into the 21st century, said club president John Mountjoy. We brought ourselves to the state of the art in gun range design. The most prominent new feature on the gun ranges are tall broad wooden baffles that block out the sky and prevent bullets from going over earthen berms that sit at the foot of the firing space. The range modernization has cost in the hundreds of thousands of dollars from the clubs own membership dues and savings. Despite its long history in the community, Sanners Lake has often gone unnoticed, Mountjoy said, but the club is trying to make an effort to do more outreach programs.
Mary Lee Harless, Jo Ann Gough and Cathy Wright, whose recent ancestors both took turns running the bank on Leonardtowns square, present checks to Christine Wray, right, for MedStar St. Marys Hospitals building fund last week. Both Roswell Bascom-Broun and Joe Gough presided over the banks operations under various names since 1930. Bascom-Broun acted as conservator of the bank under presidential order in 1930 until his death on the job in 1976. Gough, who had worked in the bank since 1952 in various positions, took over in 1976 as chairman of the board until his retirement in 1998. The checks the women presented were deposited at what is now the PNC Bank as the last transactions at the bank before it closed its doors last week.
It offers shooting instructions to Boy Scout troops as well as to paraolympians and the club is open to the public on weekends for events like trap and skeet shooting. Mountjoy said neither he nor the other members know just how long the club will remain in existence since the club does not own the land outright and the owners may decide to sell it to make way for development in the Lexington Park area. We will be there for as long as were allowed to, Mountjoy said. We know the property is not in the Lexington Park Development District plan. He and many others would like to keep the patch of rural land as it is but he knows the pressure to sell might be too great. Theres just too much money there, Mountjoy said. Commissioner Todd Morgan, one of the visitors that day, was impressed with the amount of recreation available at the club. Being a first time shooter he was also impressed with the level of instruction and safety instilled at each course of fire. I wasnt much for the pistols but the rifle was good and with the shotgun I got the first clay duck and the last clay duck, Morgan said. I though it was great, I had a lot of fun. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Kimberly Alston Contributing Writer There is a long time idiom that claims, the apple does not fall too far from the tree. As a child, No Thyme to Cook owner and chef Gwyn Novak would have resented that statement. Kids will listen to everyone but their parents, she said. Because her mother was a home economics teacher for 30 years, growing up, Novak had no interest in cooking. However, while studying in college for a major she had no interest in and working at William-Sonoma and enjoying herself there, Novak decided to give culinary arts a chance, and in 1999 No Thyme to Cook was born. It actually started out as a personal chef business, Novak said. After following that model for a while, Novak chose to pursue something smaller, and started teaching cooking classes in December of 2012. Ive finally found my niche, Novak said of teaching. No Thyme to Cook holds several classes during the week including vegan and vegetarian dishes, a couples cooking class, and even a college 101 class called Cooking for College. Its basic dishes that can be done in a dorm room, Novak said, All you need is a mini-fridge, a microwave and a blender. In addition to that, Novak holds Hook to Cook classes where the morning is spent on a boat in Drum Point and students harvest what they are going to prepare. Its about rockfish and crab season now, Novak said. After their time on the water, Novak shows how to clean what was caught, and how to cook it. No Thyme to Cook stresses the importance of locally grown foods. The more local foods you can find, the better its going to taste, she said. In August, Novak is running a summer cooking camp for kids ages seven to 12. Dont worry, she said, no sharp knives or hot surfaces. Parents are welcome to stay and watch the class, but Novak feels if kids have a hand in actually making it [food] theres a greater chance theyll actually eat it. The camp runs for a week from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and includes field trips, Novak said. During the week, the kids will head to a local farm, to find out where bacon and eggs actually come from, as well as grocery stores to learn about comparative shopping. Towards the end of the camp, the children will get the chance to prepare food for a homeless shelter and also create a finale luncheon for their parents on the last day. Novak believes that her business is definitely growing, she now hosts in-home private classes, food allergy warning classes and classes on good pro-biotic health. For more information on No Thyme To Cook or to sign up for a class, visit www.nothymetocook.com or call 443-624-5048. news@countytimes.net
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Theft of Motor Vehicle/Theft under $10,000/ False Statement to a Peace Officer On July 17, Deputy Lacey Johnson and Deputy Anthony Cole responded to a residence on Calla Way, California, Md., for a suspicious incident. Deputies made contact with the victim who advised he returned home to find an unfamiliar vehicle Jackson parked in front of his residence, with an unknown subject inside the vehicle asleep. The victim further advised Deputies, he found the package on his front porch which had been delivered earlier in the day and addressed to him, had been opened. Further inspection of the package revealed several food items within the package had been opened and eaten. Deputy Johnson discovered the vehicle in question had been reported stolen on July 16, and did not belong to the subject inside. Deputy Johnson made contact with the subject inside the vehicle who initially provided Deputies with a false name. It was later confirmed, the sole occupant of the vehicle was Ronald Earl Jackson, 46, of Ridge, Md. Deputy Cole located additional packages and wrappers matching the contents of the victims package inside the vehicle along with Jackson. Deputy Johnson arrested and charged Jackson with Theft under $100, False Statement to Peace Officer, Open letter without Permission, Unlawful taking of Motor vehicle, and Theft under $10,000. Theft less $1,000 On July 17, Deputy Trevor Teague responded to Wal-mart located in California, Md., for a theft. Wal-mart Loss Prevention observed Beth Suzanne Gannon, 26, of Mechanicsville, Gannon Md., place numerous store items in her shopping cart. Gannon then exited the store with the shopping cart of items, passing all points of sale without paying for said items. Gannon was arrested and charged with Theft less $1,000. Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Paraphernalia On July 18, at approximately 10 p.m., Deputies responded to Myrtle Point Park in California, Md., to check the welfare of a subject. While Deputies were on scene, a vehicle operated by Bonnie KathHollyer leen Hollyer, 19, of California, Md., pulled up to the Officers. Cpl. Elizabeth Goodwin made contact with Hollyer and observed Hollyer to exhibit signs of impairment. Deputy Lloyd issued standardized field sobriety to Hollyer, which resulted in her arrest. Search incident to arrest revealed a small baggie containing suspected marijuana as well as a smoking device with suspected marijuana residue. Hollyer was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence, Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession of CDS Paraphernalia. 2nd Degree Burglary and Theft under $10,000 On July 17, Deputy Dina Beasley responded to a business in Charlotte Hall, Md., for a reported Burglary. The victim advised Nicholas Raymond Rawlings, 26, of Hughesville, Md.,
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broke into his business and stole numerous jewelry items. Deputy Beasley made contact with Rawlings who admitted to breaking into the business and taking numerous pieces of jewelry. Rawlings was arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Burglary and Theft under $10,000. Theft less $1,000 and Warrant Service On July 14, Deputies responded to Kohls in Lexington Park, Md., for a theft. The Emergency Communications Center advised responding Deputies, the suspects were fleeing the area and provided a vehicle description. Deputy Fowler Skyler Lefave and Deputy James Shomper observed the suspect vehicle leaving Kohls parking lot. Deputy Lefave conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, making contact with three occupants and Carrie Jo Fowler, 33 of Stafford, Va. Kohls Loss Prevention Unit advised Deputies the four suspects had taken several pieces of jewelry, walked past all points of sale without paying for the items and fled the store. Fowler admitted to taking the merchandise, which was recovered by Deputy Lefave at that time. During contact with Fowler the Emergency Communications Center advised Fowler had an outstanding Arrest Warrant for Failure to Appear. Fowler was arrested and charged with Theft less $1,000 and once at the St. Marys County Detention Center she was served the District Court Arrest Warrant. Charges are pending on the other three suspects. Violation of a Protective Order On July 17, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Deputy Philip Lance responded to a residence on Brookstone Court, Lexington Park, Md., for the report of a suspicious subject. Deputy Lance located Steven Anthony Warrick, 51 of Lexington Park, Warrick Md., inside the Brookstone Court residence. Deputy Lance was advised by the Emergency Communications Center of an active Protective Order against Warrick, that prohibits him from entering the residence. Warrick was arrested and charged with Violation of a Protective Order. Possession of Paraphernalia for a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Driving while Suspended On July 17, Deputy Skyler Lefave responded to the St. Marys County Detention Center in Leonardtown, Md., for a subject attempting to sell drugs in the lobby. Captain Michael Merican was notified Young that Joshua Charles Young, 29 of Mechanicsville, Md., attempted to sell unknown pills to another subject, while in the front lobby of the Detention Center. Captain Merican made contact in the parking lot with Young as he entered the driver side of his vehicle to leave. During the contact with Young, Deputy Lefave found Young to be in possession of Alprazolam and Methadone. Neither pill was in their proper containers, nor were they prescribed to Young. Deputy Lefave was advised by the Emergency Communications Center that Youngs privilege to drive was suspended through Maryland. Young was arrested and charged with Possession of Paraphernalia and Driving while Suspended.
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When is it?
How much?
Admission, parking and event sponsored entertainment are all FREE. But you will want to bring some money for delicious food, unique local products and art, kayaking, pony rides and supporting local charity drives, including the Running of the Balls!
Where to park?
Public lots in Town along Courthouse Drive and Park Avenue, or park at College of Southern Maryland and take the shuttle into Town Square. Handicap parking available along Park Avenue by the Best Western Hotel and in the Courthouse parking lot.
What to Bring?
Swimsuit we recommend wearing it under your clothes so you are ready to jump under the fire hose, go down the waterslide or brave Breton Bay on a kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Towel to dry off if youre planning to ride the shuttle back to the Square Sunglasses and sunscreen this IS the beach after all! Comfortable shoes - there is a lot to see and do dont miss a thing!
What party-goers see today is much like the first Beach Party: a sandy beach in the middle of the intersection of Washington and Fenwick Streets, a giant waterfall provided by the Leonardtown Fire Department, dancers, strolling street performers and a brightly-colored flurry of activity everywhere you look. Hula hoop, jump rope and limbo contests are peppered in between the sets of The 25th Hour Band, a local rock group who have been with the event since 2005. This year they will be joined by Daughters of Veda Mideastern Dance Troupe, who will provide belly dancing performances and demos throughout the day, and strolling entertainer and juggler Michael Rosman. New exhibits in the Square will include the Longship Company of Viking re-enactors and educators, who are bringing a 21 replica wooden Viking ship to the Square, the Happily Ever After Princesses and mysterious maiden of the deep, Mermaid Alexis. While many locals and residents say they come for the fun and appreciate a free event they can bring their kids to, most people are simply fascinated by the sand. The sand pit is sectioned off into a childrens play area - complete with pails
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and shovels for building sand castles and a volleyball court with equipment for pick-up volleyball games and a tugof-war tournament led by the Wellness, Fitness and Aquatics staff from College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus. But how much is there, where does it come from and where does it go? Each year Great Mills Trading Post generously donates 2 truckloads or 40 tons, yes, TONS of sand and delivers it to the Square the morning of the event. Town staff and volunteers set up a border made of railroad ties and spread the sand around. If you would like to participate in transforming the Square, feel free to grab a shovel and meet the set up team in the Square around 10 a.m. At the end of the event, around 9 p.m., a convoy of trucks from AB & H Excavating clean up the sand and haul it away, followed closely by T & T Street Sweeping finishing the job. But Beach Party isnt just the activities in the Town Square; it is truly a community event. Hillside Ride provides a shuttle to and from the Wharf where you can find a waterslide and moon bounce for the kids, as well as Patuxent Adventure Center providing kayaks and stand up paddle boards; a 30-minute excursion is only $10. Once the kids get hot and thirsty, they can head over to Ritas Italian Ice or the McIntosh concession stand for a quick snack. Many of the local businesses decorate their windows, have an outdoor display and provide food, drink and merchandise specials while other lo-
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Beach party on the Square is sponsored in part by The Town of Leonardtown, The Leonardtown Business Association and each of the following generous local businesses: Winegardner Auto, Quality Built Homes, Two Guys Collision Center, MedStar St. Marys Hospital, Cedar Point Federal Credit Union, College of Southern Maryland, The St. Marys County and Maryland State Arts Councils, Great Mills Trading Post, Papa Johns Pizza, and St. Marys Macaroni Kid. It is staffed by volunteers. If you wish to help support the event, please email the event coordinator, maria.fleming2@verizon.net.
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cal vendors sell art, hand crafts, jewelry and knick-knacks. Non-profit organizations take the opportunity to offer health screenings and face painting, sell food like cotton candy, baked goods and kettle corn, and provide the community with valuable information and opportunities to help others. The most notable of these opportunities is the Leonardtown and Lexington Park Rotary Clubs Running of the Balls, now in its third year as a part of Beach Party. Numbered golf balls are purchased for $5 each (or 5 for $20) and then up to 5,000 balls are released down Fenwick Street Hill chasing each other through a 350 foot track and into a tube at the bottom of the hill. The first 30 balls into the tube win a series of prizes including this years top prize of $1,500 cash. The spectacle is akin to the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain, providing the Bull mascot seen in the Rotary advertising, on the new T-shirts, and around the event. It was the brainchild of Paul Engle, a member of the Lexington Park Rotary Club after he visited Park City Utah and saw their version of the event at their Minors Day. The Rotary Clubs receive donations and prizes from generous sponsors and all the proceeds go to the various charities they support, including the Literacy Council of St. Marys , Christmas in April, A Community That Shares, Hospice of St. Marys and their signature project, Service with a Smile, that supplies local third graders with fluoride rinse for healthy teeth. Balls can be adopted from Leonardtown & Lexington Park Rotary Club members, any business where you see a Running of the Balls poster, during the August First Friday, August 2 from 5 to 8 p.m., and at the Rotary Booth on Fenwick Street during Beach Party on the Square. T-shirts are also available for $15 each. For more information please visit www.leonardtownrotary.org, www.rotarylp.org, and www. runningoftheballs.org.
It wasnt until recently that Beach Party moved its date to the first Saturday after the first Friday in August to coincide with the Leonardtown Business Associations First Fridays celebrations and make a whole Beach Party weekend. Since the partnership started, First Friday has had live music on the Square and a raffle sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association. This year Miles from Clever is back by popular demand on the stage, Macaroni Kid and Yellow Door Art Studio will provide activities for children on the Square, and the raffle drawing will be held at 7:30 p.m. Prizes include gift certificates, gift baskets and packages from local businesses and a grand prize 46 HD Flat Screen TV. Tickets are $1 each or 12 for $10 and can be purchased at Fenwick Street Used Books and Music, Port of Leonardtown Winery, Fuzzy Farmers Market, Good Earth Natural Foods, Olde Towne Insurance, and the North End Gallery through August 2. For more information and a complete list of prizes, please visit www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com. So, if youre looking for a great way to round out your summer, you dont have far to go. Bring the whole family to Leonardtown for First Friday on August 2nd from 5 to 8 p.m. and Beach Party on the Square on Saturday, August 3 from 4 to 9 p.m. for good fun, good food and good memories.
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Be ye happy, happy, happy, as revival is coming to a city near you this Summer. Multitudes will be in attendance to witness what some describe as the greatest move of God Almighty (of the Holy Bible) in over three decades. Buses are under contract, and your friends and family are all planning to attend, so getting to and from will be no problem. Weather is expected to be in the 70s and rain is nowhere in sight for the three day scheduled event. There will be free seating, uplifting music, special singers, guest appearances and sound Biblical preaching as souls are saved and backsliders reclaimed. A freewill love offering, only, will be taken each evening. For some, this event will recall America of years past, a time of national security, prosperity, morality and an overall united cohesiveness. Preaching nightly will be one of Americas two most high visibility black ministers, a TV star in his own right who regularly espouses strong political views. Youth of all colors are invited, however, specifically targeted will be Americas black youth. And translators will be available to counsel non English speaking attendees.
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Commissioners of Leonardtown Notice of Annexation Public Hearing
The Leonardtown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 12, 2013 at 4:15 p.m. at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD for the following request for ANNEXATION of the DAVIS OFFICE PARK 23511 Hollywood Road - Tax Map 0032, Parcel 0342, containing 4.5 acres. The purpose of the hearing will be to present the project for public review and comment. Copies of the annexation documents are available for review at the Leonardtown Town Office. The public is invited to attend and/or send written comments to be received by August 12, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. to the Commissioners of Leonardtown, POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities upon request. By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town Administrator. 7/11/2013
ninety percent of Maryland lies east not north of Virginia. Annapolis is south of Winchester, while the southernmost point of Maryland is well south of Charlottesville. Until more recent times Maryland has been considered part of Dixie by most Americans. She is being reconstructed by South haters, by carpetbaggers who despise the Old Line State but who have come here for the jobs created by military installations, the vast federal bureaucracy in nearby D.C. and local governmental offices such as the Division of Tourism. These newcomers with a profound and uninformed condescension have destroyed our way of life, ridiculed our ancient Tidewater speech and traditions to near extinction, replaced our comity with Northern rudeness and vulgarity. They have even tried to outlaw our state song because its words, including a reference to Northern scum, irrefutably affirm that which they have tried so smugly to deny. But no matter how many lies about our state these Yankee-come-lately cultural cleansers promote, Maryland, which Jefferson Davis called the Outpost of the South, will always have a Southern history, heritage and geography. Joyce Bennett Chairman Maryland League of the South Clements, Maryland
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Curtain Call- As any decorator/designer will tell you, curtains make a room - but only when chosen correctly. When it comes to window treatments, it's a matter of color and fabric, length and lining, and custom-made versus off-the-shelf. With so many decisions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed here is a breakdown:
Fabric and Color- This is one of those things that many clients struggle with. For me, a pattern is best used sparingly. I prefer to have my drapes in a solid color but uses color block technique to add interest or do a side hem in a contrast color to add drama. Make sure to take into account the rest of the colors in the room and have the drapes compliment them not "match" them. Length and Lining- When measuring for drapery panels, remember hanging panels higher than the window will give a sense of height to the room. Designers often hang curtains about six inches above the window frame, but for a dramatic look, we like to go higher. Measure from the top of the window (plus the added inches of height where the curtains will hang from) to the floor. For a more traditional look, with the curtain slightly puddled on the floor, you'll want to add another two or three inches to your length. For a modern, crisp look, have the panel fall flush with the floor. When measuring the width of your window, be sure to add four to eight inches on both sides and double the total number to ensure curtain fullness. This will avoid becoming a lot of glass when the drapes are open. If you are going to keep them open, then you won't need nearly as much fabricbut if you plan to use the curtains to shut out the sun, those extra inches around the perimeter of your window frame will also help block out any creeping light. Off-the-Shelf vs. Custom Window Treatments- Custom window treatments offer
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A dry well is a small pit filled with crushed stone. An infiltration test must be conducted prior to construction to determine if the dry well is appropriate to the site. An infiltration trench collects and filters rainwater and then permits it to soak into the soil rather than flowing directly into the water system. The trenches are backfilled with stone aggregate and lined with filter fabric. Research has shown that infiltration trenches can remove up to 90% of sediments, metals, coliform bacteria, and organic matter. Up to 60% of phosphorous and nitrogen can be removed by infiltration trenches. To help prevent surface water from standing in your yard, maintain a slight slope that drains toward a swale (an earthen channel) or storm drain. Whenever you concentrate runoff, you increase its erosive potential, so its best to maintain a stand of sturdy vegetation in the swale to prevent a gully from forming. Where to get help with DRAINAGE PROBLEMS St. Marys Soil Conservation District, 301-475-8402 ext. 3
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The 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 Tuesdays may run in the following weeks edition.
ed States Pentagon, Washington, DC. He enjoyed walking the boardwalk in Solomons Island and loved family gatherings. The family recieved friends on Monday, July 22, from 5 to 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md., with Father Eamon Dignan officiating.A Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, July 23, at 10 a.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md., with Father Keith Woods officiating.Interment followed in St. Johns Catholic Cemetery, Hollywood, Md. Pallbearers were; Michael Abell, Allan Abell, J.B. Abell, Don Arnold, Randy Abell, and Robert Abell. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Marys P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD, and/or St. Johns Catholic Church 43927 St. Johns Road Hollywood, MD 20636.
Clarence Russell, 85
ADJ C. R. Russell was born on May 9, 1928 in East Prairie, Mo., he was the son of the late Charles Harrison and Edith Mabel Phipps Russell. He subsequently attended High School in East Prairie, Mo., receiving his diploma in 1945. Entering the Navy in July, 1945, as a Seaman Recruit, ADJC Russell served
with the occupation forces in Japan until 1946, when he left active service. Returning to active duty in 1948 he again was stationed in Japan and Guam until June, 1950. Following a period of civilian life from 1950 to 1956, ADJC Russell reported to VR-2 at NAS Alameda, CA, beginning his association with the aviation community. Changing his rating to Airman, ADJC Russell began the long road of advancement to his present rate. He served with Fleet Air Support Squadron Eight, Attack Squadrons One Ninety Two, One Twenty Five, and Twenty Two, and NAS Patuxent River, Md. He reported to Attack Squadron Seventy Five in August, 1970 and has served as Night Maintenance Control Chief, and Carrier Air Wing Maintenance Control Chief. ADJC Russell married the Former Frances Mae Freeland of Charleston, Mo., on September 2, 1950 and who passed away on December 22, 1995. ADJC Russell is survived by his wife Mary Lue Davenport whom he married on May 27, 1999. He is survived by his children; William Richard (Rick)Russell of Glendale, AZ., Charles (Rocky) Dean Russell (Becky) of Lexington Park, Md., Sheila Marie Miller (Gye) of Baltimore, Md., Christi Brewer, of Beckley, West Virginia, 8 grandchildren; Michael Russell of Glendale, AZ., Mark Russell of Cheyenne WY, Tabbetha Russell of California, Md., Sandra Scott of Lusby, Md., Michael George of Lexington Park, Md., Nicole George of Scotland, Md., Ricky Woodburn of California, Md., Kenny Woodburn of Ridge, Md. Mr. Russell is preceded in death by great grandson Hunter Scott, daughter-inlaws; Ann and Kathy Russell. Mr. Russell retired from the United States Navy in 1973, and worked for Dyncorp, and Wildwood Builders. He enjoyed guns, gunsmithing, gun collecting, dogs, collecting things, and his grand kids. The family will receive friends on Friday, July 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 26 at 5 p.m. in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD with Pastor Doug Hayes. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made to Hunters Heroes 317 Pinto Lane Lusby, MD 20657.
Doris Gatton, 81
Doris Jeanne Gatton, 81, of Leonardtown, Md., died on July 22, in Leonardtown, Md. Born September 11, 1931 in Baltimore, Md., she was the daughter of the late Leonard August Sunderland of Baltimore, Md., and Evelyn Moran of St. Marys County, Md. Her birth mother Evelyn Moran died when she was two years old and her dad remarried when she was seven years old. She was raised by Florence D., a widow, and Leonard A. Sunderland. She was the wife of Phillip Alfred Al Gatton of Leonardtown, whom she married on July 4, 1952 in Compton, Md. She is survived by her daughter Sandy and son in law George and granddaughter Shannon Dent (Rob) of Leonardtown; her
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daughter Joyce and son in law Preston and granddaughter Melissa Long (Brandon) of Mechanicsville and her son Lenny and his wife Tracy of Hollywood, Md., great granddaughter Hailey and great grandson Christopher. Mrs. Gatton was a graduate of Southern High School, Baltimore, Md., Class of 1950 and a member of the marching band and orchestra. Mrs. Gatton was a work study student in high school and attended Burroughs Business Machine School, learning to work on a billing machine which typed the bills and orders. She was employed by Meds Hats, for three years where she was a typist and phone operator in the work study program. Mrs. Gatton was employed at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station for five years 1950-1955 and she was employed at the courthouse for five years. She left the courthouse in 1970 to take over the Hills Club in Mechanicsville with her husband Al and their three children. They stayed there for twenty years until 1990. She has been attending St. Pauls Church since 1957 where she taught Sunday school and sang in the church choir. She has been in a church choir since she could read. She has done much volunteer work at church through the years. It is such a joy to give yourself to God and to help others. Mrs. Gatton has been a board member, trustee and on the building committee for the new church, and also served on the Alter Guild as a communion steward. She has been a member of the Mechanicsville Rescue Squad Auxiliary for 25 years in 2008. She was a member of the Mechanicsville Lioness Club for many years, where she was Charter President for eighteen months. She loved to be with her family, read, crochet, and learning to knit. She loved watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren growing up. She loved her poodle Cody and loved being around friends. She was Nanny to many of her familys young friends. She has been in Hands in Praise Choir for three years and just loved it, she also loved working in Vacation Bible School. The family received friends on Thursday, July 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 p.m., in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 26, 2013 in First Saints Community Church, St Pauls Campus, Leonardtown, Md with Pastor Paul Wunderlich officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Md. Pallbearers will be; Mock Mattingly, Earl Newton, Rob Dent, Brandon Long, Brenda Gardiner, and Jerry Downs. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary, and Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 15 Mechanicsville, MD 20659, St. Pauls Methodist Church VBS Fund, 22550 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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military career, they moved to St. Marys county in 2006 from California. Samone enjoyed traveling and camping. She was active with Special Olympics of Southern Maryland. Samone is survived by her husband, Glenn D. Van Noordt; her son, Michael D. Van Noordt of Drayden, Maryland; her parents, Rose and David Raskin of Yuma, Arizona; and mother-in-law, Joan Van Noordt of Caswell Beach, North Carolina. Family recieved friends for Samones Life Celebration on Thursday, July 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home. Interment was private. For those desiring, contributions in memory may be directed to the Special Olympics of St. Marys County, 25926 Whiskey Creek Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
brother, Stevie Hugh Lehman. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Joseph L. Kragh; two sons, Randy Kragh and Justin Kragh; three brothers, Harry, Karl, and John Lehman; three sisters, Debbie Prohaska, Donna Dimichele, and Beth Lehman; and three grandchildren, Tyler Kragh, Zachary Kragh, and Seth Hood. Friends received on Thursday, July 25, from 4 to 8 p.m. with Wake Service at 7 p.m. at Raymond Funeral Chapel. Interment will be on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Josephs Catholic Church Cemetery, 4590 St. Joseph Way, Pomfret, MD 20675. Memorial contributions may be sent to Lymphoma Association. Arrangements provided by Raymond Funeral Service.
David Poole, John Nichols, Jr., Kristina Nichols, Cody Nichols, and Cory Nichols. Family and friends will be received for Dianas Memorial Life Celebration Gathering on Saturday, July 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. A Memorial Service will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. In Lieu of Flowers, donations to help the family with funeral expenses may be made payable to: Linda S. Baxter and mailed to: Jacob Veluz c/o Linda S. Baxter, 39163 Birch Manor Drive, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Arrangements provided by BrinsfieldEchols Funeral Home.
Diana Lavon, 50
Diana Lavon (Burke) Veluz, 50, of Mechanicsville, Md., and formerly of Oxon Hill, Md., passed away on July 20, at home due to complications with diabetes and heart. She was born on December 3, 1962 in Charlestown, WV, daughter of the late Earl Burke and Mary Llewelyn (Cole) Budd. Diana was a dedicated mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She loved reading romance novels, playing cards with the family, and watching movies. In addition to her dad, Diana was predeceased by her grandmother, Edith Dorsey Quinn of Montgomery, West Va.. Diana is survived by her mother, Mary L. Budd; stepdad, Lester H. Budd; son, Yaohu-Caf Burke Veluz Jacob; brothers, Bruce Burke and John Nichols (Tammy Poole); sister, Linda Baxter; aunt & uncle, Betty and Paul Deckard; and Nieces & Nephews, Bruce Baxter, Jr., Rusty Baxter, Faith Burke, Patrick Burke, Michael Burke,
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By Doug Watson Contributing Writer March of 2011 was the last time Mechanicsville Md.s Jamie The Jet Lathroum stood in Potomac speedways victory lane. All that changed last Saturday night as Lathroum was on a mission as he scored his first Potomac Late Model feature win of the season in the 35-lap Rumble on the River and the $2500 payday that went along with it. In scoring his 11th career late Model win at the track and overall 59th at the speedway, Lathroum earned an extra $300 from race sponsor Three Mules Welding Supply making his take on the night a cool $2800. Friday Winchester winner JT Spence and Lathroum were the front row for the start of the event. Spence lead the first lap of the race before Lathroum slid into the top-spot on lap-2. Lathroum would go on to lead the distance, but it was no means an easy trip to victory lane. Spence and Jason Covert gave Lathroum all he could handle during the middle portion of the event before Spence dropped from contention on lap28. Covert was all over Lathroum the final 7-circuits, but could not make the pass, as Lathroum streaked to the enormously popular win. I didnt think I was ever going to win here again. A happy Lathroum stated in Potomacs victory lane. JT (Spence) gave me just enough room up there in turn-four to get by to get the lead and we were able to hold them off. Adjustments to his winning MBH no.6 after qualifying was the key to Lathroums winning run. Huey and the boys threw some things at this car after the heat race and changed just about everything but the driver. Said Lathroum. The car was as good as its been down here in a long time and Im just glad to get a win for all the crew and Three Mules Welding Supplies. Without them I probably wouldnt be racing. Trever Feathers was solid taking third, Stevie Long was fourth with point leader Dale Hollidge rounding out the top-five. Spence set fast time in time trials with a one-lap time of 15.100 with heat race wins going to Lathroum and Spence. Scotty Nelson drove to his second win of the season in the 16-lap Street Stock feature. Chuck Bowie lead the first 4-laps before Nelson took the race lead for good on lap-5. Nelson would then survive a lap-14 caution to post the win. Point leader Darren Alvey was second, Friday Winchester winner Mike Franklin was third, Marty Hanbury took fourth with Mike Raleigh completing the top-five. Franklin was the heat winner. Darren Henderson also became a repeat winner with his second win of the season in the 20-lap Crate Late Model feature. Henderson started on the pole and would lead all 20-laps, but had to withstand a late-race surge from eventual runner-up Kerry King Jr. to score
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By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer Anything that sparks memories of the baseball big screen classic Bull Durham is a welcomed thing and Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis has revitalized the classic flick. The movie paints a perfect portrait of how baseball fans imagine life in the minor leagues: small towns, seedy bars, primitive transportation, groupies, veteran players clinging to a gig and rising stars with sights on the big leagues. The movie offers something for everyone thats ever picked up a bat or just horsed around and raised some Cain in a small town. In the characters theres an aspect of the baseball players we almost were, the girls we used to chase or the rascals we used to be in our youths (and maybe still are today). The lead actor, Kevin Costner, is cast as Crash Davis, a veteran catcher of many minor league seasons and a brief appearance in the majors. Crash is sent to the Durham Bulls to bring along a prized young pitching prospect played by Tim Robbins. Add in a groupie or two, plenty of beer and baseball players with too much time on their hands and voila, you have a blockbuster. Crash Davis was a real major leaguer with Philadelphia Athletics in the 1940s, but it was his inspired character in Bull Durham that made the name famous. The connection between Bull Durham, Crash Davis and Chris Davis is the latters Bull Durham adapted nickname of Crush. Unlike Crash Davis who was the minor leagues all-time homerun leader, Baltimores orange-clad Chris Crush Davis led the majors with 37 homeruns at the All Star break. Davis remarkable homerun tally would have had great significance prior to the steroid era. From 1961 to 1998, the hallowed single-season homerun record was Roger Maris 61 bombs in the 1961 season. Mark McGwire first broke Maris record in 98 when he hit 70 homeruns; Barry Bonds 73 homeruns in 2001 is the current record. Or is it? When approached during the All Star break Crush Davis didnt mince words in citing Maris, not Bonds enhanced tally, as the real single-season homerun record. Its an opinion shared by many. This is not meant as another indictment of Bonds or the era where baseball was as much science project as a game. Athletes have always sought ways to enhance performance, whether it was greenies (amphetamines) during Maris time, the lawlessness of the steroid era or todays rampant use of painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications (and who of us doesnt use caffeine daily as a performance enhancer?). The line between heroic attempts to achieve/sustain excellence and the unethical is an individual call. Crush Davis comments absolutely fan the flame of that ever-present, on-going and healthy debate in the game of baseball. I, for one, am on Crushs side. However, heres whats complicated about the steroid era: theres a blurred gray line demarcating what baseball defined as illegal and what it could test for accurately. That indiscriminate line doesnt have to exist in the court of public opinion, though. Davis is willing to toss Bonds record out entirely. Maybe youre not willing to go that far. What is almost universally true (a rare item that unites red and blue states) is the feeling that what McGwire, Bonds and so many of their contemporaries did just wasnt right. It might not have been illegal or even against baseballs rules, but it was just wrong. Complexities of steroid era aside, thats the consequential reality. McGwire and Bonds might not be criminals, but they stretched the bounds of societys ethical tolerance. They achieved baseball immorality by maximizing all resources at their disposal. The penance being paid for their decisions, as represented by Davis opinion, is just now being understood and it offers this warning: in so many facets of life, it is not only if, but how you reach the pinnacle of your profession. Personal achievement clouded by manipulation, broken rules or ignored ethical standards, will complicate and diminish the accomplishment itself. Will sitting on the throne still be worth it? Again, its a question that tests our personal compass, but I, and apparently Crush Davis, hope the answers no. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
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The First Half Liberty Division Champion Southern Maryland Blue Crabs announced that Blue Crabs outfielder Cyle Hankerd has signed with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim organization and will report to its Double A Arkansas club. The announcement was made by Blue Crabs Manager Patrick Osborn. The move comes as no surprise as Hankerd disemboweled Atlantic League pitching to the tune of a .322 average with 22 homers and 61 RBI in 81 games. His 61 RBI were a Southern Maryland team-high. Hankerds last appearance as a Blue Crabs came in Saturdays game against the York Revolution when he went 2 for 4, with 2 homers, and 3 RBI. At the time of his departure, Hankerd led the Atlantic League with 22 homers. He was named the Atlantic League Player of the Month for June after batting .410 (41-100) in 27 games with 11 home runs and 26 RBI. Hankerd also had a triple, nine doubles, 22 runs scored, 10 walks and a stolen base as he helped navigate Southern Maryland to a first half Liberty Division title. Hankerd hit safely in 22 of the 27 games he played in June and had 14 multi-hit efforts. Originally a 3rd round pick of the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2006, Hankerd spent five years in their system. He has also spent time in the Philadelphia and Chicago (AL) systems. As first half champions, the Blue Crabs will have home
field advantage in the first round of the Atlantic League Playoffs (best-of-five), against the second half winner. The first round series begins with Game 1 on Wednesday, September 18 and Thursday, September 19th at the opponents home field. The series will then shift to Regency Furniture Stadium for Game 3, 4 (If necessary), & 5 (If necessary) at Regency Furniture Stadium. Game 3 will be played on Friday, September 20th. Gates will open at 6:00pm to the public and a fireworks extravaganza will follow the game. To purchase playoff tickets please call 301-638-9788 or log onto www. SOMDbluecrabs.com. The Blue Crabs play 140 regular season games in the Atlantic League, considered the highest level of Minor League Baseball. Atlantic League players are Major League ready and in the last 15 years, over 600 players have graduated from Atlantic League clubs to Major League organizations, making the League a preferred route for experienced players to be scouted by Major League Baseball. The Blue Crabs play at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Maryland. The franchise just clinched its fifth consecutive playoff berth as they claimed the first half Liberty Division Crown on Monday, June 24. Please call 301-638-9788 or visit www.somdbluecrabs.com for more information and to save your seat at the ballpark today!
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Team Trivia Night Out at Fitzies The Department of Aging & Human Services will host a Team Trivia night on Thursday, August 15 from 5:30 9:30 p.m. Team Trivia is a live hosted Trivia Game played in teams. Teams are registered upon arrival. Teams will be given time to answer questions selected by the host, and prizes will be awarded. The event location is Fitzies Marina on 21540 Joe Hazel Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Enjoy a fun night of trivia, great music, great food and prizes. Tickets are $20.00, which includes include: Party Appetizers, Cheese/Cracker/ Cocktail Platter, Veggie Platter, Crab Ball Platter, Shrimp Cocktail Platter, Chicken Wings, Chicken Tenders, Meatballs, Tea, Soda, Water and a Cash Bar. Tickets can be purchased at any senior activity center through August 5. For more information call 301-4754200, ext. 1050. Learning Is ForEver (L.I.F.E) The fall semester of the LIFE program will be under way soon. Booklets will be available for pick-up at each of the three Department of Aging & Human Services Senior Activity Centers beginning Monday, Aug. 5, as well as at the County libraries and on-line at: www.stmarysmd.com/aging. Registration for fall programs begins on Monday, Aug. 19, and is taken on a first-come, first-served basis through the mail or walk-in, at the senior activity centers. Many interesting and exciting day tours are planned, including tours to the War Memorials in Washington D.C, Pentagon, Ft. McHenry in Baltimore, Leonardtown Winery, B & O Railroad Museums in Baltimore
Take a Trip to Williamsburg, VA to see the Grand Illumination Get your Christmas season off to a high-spirited start by going on this 3-day, 2-night trip to Colonial Williamsburg to experience the sights and sounds (and smells!) of the glorious holiday season Dec. 7-9. The cost is $610.00 per person. This trip is full of activities, which include lunch in a colonial tavern, wine tasting, an evening at Christmas Town, a Busch Gardens Celebration, an opportunity to go to Sunday Mass or a visit to a local coffee shop, a Guided Tour of Colonial Williamsburg, some free time to explore the towns museums or go shopping in Merchants Square. In Colonial Williamsburg, on Sunday evening, kicks off the Grand Illumination, which will include fireworks, musical entertainment, dancing, caroling and dramatic presentations. The final day begins with a shopping trip to The Williamsburg Pottery, which has recently been renovated .This tour includes deluxe motor coach transportation, two nights accommodations, baggage handling, two deluxe continental breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, all admissions and guide services, taxes and tips. NOTE: This trip includes activities, which require considerable mobility, because the grounds in Williamsburg are often unpaved, and there is lots of walking all three days of this trip. Call Joyce Raum, 301-737-5670, ext. 1656 to learn more.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
Chronicle
I am also informed that you have a wifeThey say yours is handsome, sensible, and virtuousI have also a wife; and though she may not possess the above qualities in as great a degree of perfection as yours, yet I suppose she is far better than I deserve. I am too busily engaged in procuring a sufficient support for my family to spend time in visiting the land of my nativity, though, like most old men, it gives me pleasure to think on it, and my few surviving friends who are yet its inhabitants. Caleb Jarvis Taylor died June 6, 1816 in Campbell County, Kentucky. *In those days cousin could mean nephew.
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We compete like we train, Porter said. While those who qualified for Nationals may focus a bit more on the event they are competing in, the entire team practices together and cheers each other on. The mentorship program that the Striders have adopted is one of the main goals of the team. Having older kids on the team set examples for the younger
ones is very important to the coaches. We want them [older team members] to take a child and help them improve in what theyre doing, Porter said. The main goal is for everyone to learn, improve and do better. news@countytimes.net
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Gracie Myles the Director of Gracies's Guys and Gals Dance Studio celebrated her 25th recital this past June. A Reunion Dance featuring close to 50 dancers from the past years participated in a dance at the recital. This year to celebrate the milestone of being in business for over two decades the show troupe danced at Walt Disney World in January and held a banquet in Solomons at Lady of the Seas Banquet Room, the end of June. The show troupe under the direction of Gracie Myles had a successful competition season, and ended with the national finals in Virginia Beach at Ticket to Broadway, in which over 30 studios from Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio, and Maryland participated in. Several of the routines that competed this past season placed high gold, platinum and a perfect platinum score and received many judges awards! Some of the highlights of the competition season was the Petite show troupe, average age 10, who competed their tap routine December 1963 choreographed by Gracie Myles. They received top championship score for large groups for 12 and under at Beyond the Stars National competition as well as Thunderstruck, and at Thunderstruck National Competition this routine received the highest score for all 12 and under routines! This routine also received a technique award at Beyond the Stars National Competition. Another routine that did extremely well this year was Gravity, choreographed by Justin Myles, in the teen small group tap category, always scoring platinum or perfect platinum, and was top scoring champions at Dancers, Inc., Beyond the Stars and Ticket to Broadway, plus received the choreography award at Beyond the Stars and at Ticket to Broadway! Gravity also received the Tap Excellence Award at the Thunderstruck Competition! Other group routines that scored well this competition season include Take Over choreographed by Sam Price, a hip hop routine that scored platinum at Ticket to Broadway at finals, Do Ya Wanna Dance, choreographed by Lisa Martoni, receiving high gold at several competitions, and Cosmic Jam, choreographed by Grace Myles, Justin Myles, Lisa Martoni and Sam Price, which received the Entertainment Award at Thunderstruck and the highest scoring teen routine.
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top ten soloists in the teen (ages 13-15) and senior (ages 16-19) age divisions. We Tap and Gravity were the two group routines that were called back, and Samantha Estacion and Shannon Gleasons tap routine was also called back. The kids that competed in dance troupe this year are: Merideth Bailey, Shelby Bean, Ashlyn Broom, Lexi Burkhardt, Jennifer Cardinal, Taylor Frietchen, Ashley Hazzard, Michael Hedspeth, Shy-Ann Hill, Dreylen, Howard, Gabrielle Huffman, Jasmine Kohler, Samantha Lang, staci Lang, Aachary Leclerc, Alajane, Leeman, Briana Levi, Riley McCloskey, Chandler Moore, Ashley Mudd, Madison Mushrush, Alicia Pilkerton, Patrick Schwartz, Luke Seep, and Carley Worch. The kids in show troupe this past year are: Hannah Bailey, Tyshonna Butler, Kaelyn Dillon, Melanie Downs, Samantha Estacion, Melinda Farrell, Cami Frick, Juliana Geyer, Shannon Gleason, Sydney Guthrie, Jaida Harris, Erin Hogan, Torrie Janiszewski, Chelsea Krzywdik, Jamie Laurel, Brittany Lyon, Kayla Lyon, Ashleigh Martoni,
Gabrielle Moore, Mallory Moore, Alyssa Morrison, Erica Mundie, Samantha Myles, Casey Normyle, Cassie Oliver, Brynn Owen, Gabrilee Petett, Janna Petett, Kayla Purcell, Haley Redman, Taylor Richards, Christine Wagner, Baille Wathen, and Jordyn Wilhoit. A note of interest is that Justin Myles one the main teachers at Gracies dance studio, who graduated Point Park University with a dance degree, has toured with the off broadway show Stomp, performed at Busch Gardens, Tap Dogs in Reno, NV, and Disney. He was also the recipient in 2012 of three Phoenix Awards as a local musician one of which was for the best cover song Rock Bottom available on itunes. He will be teaching a drumming class, as well as body percussion, tap and contemporary classes. Gracies is gearing up for another exciting year. If youd like info on taking classes at Gracies, visit their website: GraciesGuysandGalsDanceStudio.com or email Gracie at GraciesGandG@aol.com for registration dates!
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Community
Ceremonies continued with the swearing in of the new slate of officers: President and King Lion Kenneth Buzz Shelley; Amanda Fast, 1st Vice President; Bruce Maynard, 2nd Vice President; Stacey Loftis, Secretary; Jess Davis, Treasurer and Lion Tamer; Jim Dodson, Tail Twister; and the Board of Directors: Robert Bob Hayward, Past President ; Johnny Alvey; Tami Gary; and Angie Everett. 5
YFU-USA is looking for host families in the St. Marys County area!
Youth for Understanding (YFU), one of the most well respected intercultural exchange programs, is currently looking for host families in your area that are willing to open their homes and hearts to high school students from around the world. Each student is excited to be immersed in American culture, and you could be a part of that experience! Hosting is a fun and rewarding way for your family to learn first-hand about another country from a student who has grown up there. All International students are prepared to follow the familys rules, they come insured and come with their own spending money. We ask that each host family provides a place for the student to live, three meals a day and transportation to and from school. YFU even provides extra volunteer support in the area for all the families and students. You hold the key to the start of lifelong friendships! To learn more about hosting, Email or call your local YFU Field Director Tchi Sogoyou to day tsogoyou@yfu.org; 618-690-0755 or toll-free at 1-866-235-9795, x2507. Join the fun and make a difference! The deadline for school enrollment is fast approaching, so please act now.
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Friday, July 26
Recreation and Parks to Present Hairspray Summerstock Production Great Mills High School Auditorium, Leonardtown, 7 p.m. The St. Marys County Department of Recreation and Parks, in association with the Board of County Commissioners, are pleased to announce this years Summerstock Musical performance will be Hairspray by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman. Tickets are priced at $14 for adults, $12 for seniors 60 years and older and $6 for children 10 years and under. Matinee tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $4 for children.Tickets are now available and can be purchased online at www.stmarysmd. com/recreate/summerstock or in person at the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown. Patrons purchasing ticket(s) online must print their ticket(s) and bring to the show for admittance. Online ticket purchases are highly encouraged due to the possibility of shows selling out. Tickets must be purchased no later than 10:00 p.m. the day before the show you plan on attending. Doors to the School will open one hour before each performance for ticket sales and patrons will enter the auditorium for general seating thirty minutes before each show time. Cash only will be accepted for ticket sales at the door. For more information please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800. Carnival Hollywood Fire Department, 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departments annual carnival will be held July 18-21 and again July 25-29 beginning at 7 each night. Super Heroes will be present July 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Owned and operated by HVFD. Visit www.hvfd7.com for more information. Quality Furniture Sale St. Marys Fairgrounds, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. New Quality Furniture Sale to Benefit Patuxent Habitat for Humanity. Hurry
in for best selections. Delivery Arrangements can be made. Call 301-737-6273 or email info@patuxenthabitat.org for more info.
Saturday, July 27
Downtown Tunes 41660 Courthouse Drive, P.O. Box 1, Leonardtown, 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live, outdoor concerts in Leonardtown all through the summer. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, or make reservations for an outdoor table at one of Leonardtowns restaurants. Downtown Tunes will be held on the Square in Leonardtown from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays. Recreation and Parks to Present Hairspray Summerstock Production Great Mills High School Auditorium, Leonardtown, 1 and 7 p.m. The St. Marys County Department of Recreation and Parks, in association with the Board of County Commissioners, are pleased to announce this years Summerstock Musical performance will be Hairspray by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman. Tickets are priced at $14 for adults, $12 for seniors 60 years and older and $6 for children 10 years and under. Matinee tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $4 for children.Tickets are now available and can be purchased online at www.stmarysmd. com/recreate/summerstock or in person at the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown. Patrons purchasing ticket(s) online must print their ticket(s) and bring to the show for admittance. Online ticket purchases are highly encouraged due to the possibility of shows selling out. Tickets must be purchased no later than 10:00 p.m. the day before the show you plan on attending. Doors to the School will open one hour before each performance for ticket sales and patrons will enter the auditorium for general seating thirty minutes before each show time. Cash only will be accepted for ticket sales at the door. For more information please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800. Auction and More Mt Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt Zion Church Rd, Mechanicsville, 9 a.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. to view auction items, auction begins at 2 p.m. with Rodney Thompson of Homestead Auctions. Woods Gospel Band performing at noon.
Pinch, Mascot of the So. Md. Blue Crabs Baseball Team arrives at 12:30 p.m. Car wash 9 a.m. to noon, proceeds benefit Mt. Zion Youth Groups.There will be Rada Cutlery Sale, Bake Sale, Homemade Ice Cream and Rita Bs Catering will be available for lunch.For further information, call Tom Keller at 301-481-6388. Proceeds raised from the auction will enable the Mt. Zion United Methodist Men continue their charity donations. Carnival Hollywood Fire Department, 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departments annual carnival will be held July 18-21 and again July 25-29 beginning at 7 each night. Super Heroes will be present July 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Owned and operated by HVFD. Visit www.hvfd7.com for more information. Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale American Legion Post 221, 21690 Coltons Point Rd (Rt. 242), Avenue, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a pork loin and beef sandwich sale. Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday and Sunday. Sandwiches will cost $5 each. Call 301-884-4071 for further information. Visit www.alpost221.webs.com for more information. Quality Furniture Sale St. Marys Fairgrounds, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. New Quality Furniture Sale to Benefit Patuxent Habitat for Humanity. Hurry in for best selections. Delivery Arrangements can be made. Call 301-737-6273 or email info@patuxenthabitat.org for more info.
Recreation and Parks, in association with the Board of County Commissioners, are pleased to announce this years Summerstock Musical performance will be Hairspray by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman. Tickets are priced at $14 for adults, $12 for seniors 60 years and older and $6 for children 10 years and under. Matinee tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $4 for children.Tickets are now available and can be purchased online at www.stmarysmd. com/recreate/summerstock or in person at the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown. Patrons purchasing ticket(s) online must print their ticket(s) and bring to the show for admittance. Online ticket purchases are highly encouraged due to the possibility of shows selling out. Tickets must be purchased no later than 10:00 p.m. the day before the show you plan on attending. Doors to the School will open one hour before each performance for ticket sales and patrons will enter the auditorium for general seating thirty minutes before each show time. Cash only will be accepted for ticket sales at the door. For more information please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800. Carnival Hollywood Fire Department, 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departments annual carnival will be held July 18-21 and again July 25-29 beginning at 7 each night. Super Heroes will be present July 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Owned and operated by HVFD. Visit www.hvfd7.com for more information. Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale American Legion Post 221, 21690 Coltons Point Rd (Rt. 242), Avenue, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a pork loin and beef sandwich sale. Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday and Sunday. Sandwiches will cost $5 each. Call 301-884-4071 for further information. Visit www.alpost221.webs.com for more information.
Sunday, July 28
Recreation and Parks to Present Hairspray Summerstock Production Great Mills High School Auditorium, Leonardtown, 3 p.m. The St. Marys County Department of
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Monday, July 29
Carnival Hollywood Fire Department, 7 p.m. The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Departments annual carnival will be held July 18-21 and again July 25-29 beginning at 7 each night. Super Heroes will be present July 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. Featured will be food, rides, and games. Unlimited rides every night for $10, or tickets may be purchased separately. Free nightly prizes (must be present to win). Free nightly bicycle raffle for ages 12 and under (must be present to win). A Treasure Chest cash prize will be raffled the last night of the carnival. Owned and operated by HVFD. Visit www.hvfd7.com for more information. Roundtable Discussion for Families and Caregivers of People with Autism Spectrum Disorders Leonardtown Library, 23250 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, 6 to 8 p.m. If you are a family member or a caregiver of a person with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), please join us.Our goal is to gather information from, and share information with, families of people with ASDs in all three Southern Maryland counties across all age ranges and levels of disabilities, regarding school services in all three school systems. Families and caregivers of people with ASDs, or who are suspected of having an ASD who do not have an IEP or a 504 Plan for whatever reason are also welcome. One information is gathered, group participants will determine courses of action, and follow-up meetings or activities may be scheduled. Light refreshments will be provided; please RSVP to Missy at 301884-4662 or to Terri at terri@autismsupport-somd.org
ket. No alcoholic beverages permitted. Free. Call 301-934-7703, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199 or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7703 or visit www.csmd.edu/Arts for more information.
Library Items
Professional Performance series ends with a science show
The last Professional Performance will be a spectacular science show of bubbling potions and amazing chemical reactions by Mad Science on July 29. The program is geared for ages 5 years and older. Charlotte Hall branchs performances will be held at White Marsh Elementary at 10 a.m., Leonardtowns will be held at Leonardtown Elementary at 12:30 p.m. and Lexington Parks will be at the library at 3 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry. years and older, will explore and discover how archaeologists excavate underwater in brackish water. The program presented by NAWCAD Education Outreach Office and growing STEMS will be held this Saturday at 2 p.m. at Charlotte Hall branch, on Aug. 2 at 10 a.m. at Leonardtown branch, and on Aug. 9 at 9:30 a.m. at Lexington Park branch. Registration is required.
Wednesday, July 31
Colonial Kids Archaeology Architecture St. Johns Site Museum, Historic St. Marys City, 10 a.m. Beat the heat at this weekly event focusing on archaeology at the St. Johns Site. Find out how archaeologist read the soil to learn about architecture in the colony. Ages 6+ with adult. $5 per child ($4/ child members). For information call 240-895-4990 or email info@stmaryscity.org. Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleepover Lexington Park Library, 6:30 p.m. Children of all ages can leave their stuffed animal for a sleepover after story time. When they pick it up the next day, they can watch a slideshow of its overnight adventures. Free. 301-863-8188 CSM Twilight Presentation: The Fisherman and His Wife La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata, 9 a.m. The Fisherman and His Wife is a play about a German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm about a poor fisherman who catches a golden flounder that claims to be an enchanted prince. The family-friendly performance will close out the 2013 season of CSMs Twilight Performance Series. Each week, the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket. No alcohol permitted. Free.
A Teen Writing Contest is underway and teens have until Aug. 10 to submit their original stories or poems to stmateens@stmalib.org. Their entries should answer the question, Whats beneath the surface? The winner will receive magnetic poetry and Natalie Goldbergs book, Writing Down the Bones. Space is available for the camera-less video-editing program being offered at Leonardtown branch on Friday at 10:30 a.m. and the Get More from Google class at Lexington Park branch on Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. Registration is required for both.
This Friday at 2 p.m. Lexington Park library will show the movie in which Anne Hathaway won the 2013 Oscar for Best Actress. In this PG-13 rated film, a paroled prisoner agrees to care for a factory workers daughter after the mothers death.
Leonardtown branch will offer a class for adults on how to download eBooks for Smart Phones on Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. An introductory class on PowerPoint will be conducted at the Lexington Park branch on Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Both require registration.
Tuesday, July 30
CSM Twilight Performance Series: Sam Grow Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, 6:30 p.m. Rock singer-songwriter and musician Sam Grow, will close out the 2013 season of CSMs Twilight Performance Series. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blan-
Thursday, August 1
American Legion Post 221 Meeting 21690 Colton Point Rd., Avenue, 8 p.m American Legion Post 221 invites all active duty personnel and veterans to join out monthly meeting on the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Visit our website at www.alpost221.webs.com or email us at alpost221@netscape.net. For more information, call Mike Barbour at 301-769-4569.
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be flexible in their music, with styles ranging from alternative to having a country or bluegrass feel to it. While there is not a ton of money to back it up, as Hill states, Alchemical is still looking to represent more people. Hill believes that there is hope, that if youre willing to put everything into it, it is possible. The Annual Music Industry Seminar, hosted by Calvert Library, will take place on Saturday, July 27, at the Prince Frederick branch library, 850 Costley Way, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the library at 410-535-0291. news@countytimes.net
Hairspray Performance
The St. Marys Recreation and Parks Summerstock program is proud to put on the Broadway musical, Hairspray, from July 26- 28 at Great Mills High School. The musical is being preformed by children ages 12 to 21, and is a family friendly production. To purchase tickets, visit www. stmarysmd.com/recreate, the Recreation and Parks Main Office, or buy them at the front door of the show. Tickets are $6 for children 10 and under ($4 for the matinee) Adults tickets are $14 ($10 matinee) and seniors 60 and older are $10 ($8 matinee). The play will run Friday and Saturday evenings at 7 p.m., Sunday evening at 3 p.m. and there will be a matinee on Saturday at 1 p.m. Great Mills High School is located at 21130 Great Mills Rd., Great Mills. For more information, call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800.
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Thursday, July 25
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David Flood Spinnakers Restaurant (16244 Millers Wharf RdRidge)- 6 to 10 p.m. Billy Breslin Songfest The Wine Cottage (16040 Woodlawn Drive Ridge, MD 20680) -1 p.m.
Karaoke with DJ Tommy T Babes Boys Tavern (2890 Old Washington Rd., Waldorf) 8 p.m. Dave Norris DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 6 p.m. Justin Myles Experience Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 8 p.m. DJ Charlie Thompson Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Team Trivia DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 6:30 p.m. Team Trivia Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 7 p.m. Karaoke Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood) - 9 p.m.
Some Assembly The West Lawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) -7:30 to 10 p.m. Bar Dogs Quades Store (36786 Bushwood Wharf Road, Bushwood Wharf) - 8 to 11 p.m. Smoke Creek Rounders Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 8 p.m. The Swagg Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood) 8:30 p.m. Absinthe Gilligans Pier (11535 Popes Creek Rd., Newburg) 9:30 p.m. Victoria Saunders 66 Beans Coffee Lounge (29948 Three Notch Rd., Charlotte Hall) 7 p.m. Furlough Fridays Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, July 30
$2 Guinness Live Music DB McMillan[s (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 4 p.m. Justin Myles Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 7 p.m. Karaoke with DJ Tommy and DJ OT Hard Times Caf (1120 Smallwood Drive, West Waldorf)- 7:30 p.m. $2 Tuesday Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood) 11 a.m.
Peaceful Living
Wednesday, July 31
Super Magic Man Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 6 to 8 p.m. Wolfs Blues Jam Londontowne Pub (726 Londontowne Rd., Edgewater) 8 p.m. $6 Burgers DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 11 a.m. Happy Hour Karaoke with DJ Tommy T Big Fish Grille (1260 Crain Hwy, Crofton) 5:30 p.m. Team Trivia Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Rd., Hollywood) 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 27
Kappa and Paul The West Lawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach) -7:30 to 10 p.m. Bar Dogs Dennis Point Marina (46555 Dennis Point Way, Drayden) -7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The Colliders Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) - 8 p.m. Downtown Tunes: The Piranhas Leonardtown Restaurants (Leonardtown square) - 6 to 9 p.m.
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Thursday, August 1
Dave Norris DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Rd., California) 6 p.m.
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Apartment Rentals
Large 2BDRM apartment with sep kitchen and living room area. 20mins from Waldorf and Lexington Park. Electric included with monthly rent. Pets are allowed, no yard access. Price: $1200. Call 301-399-0413 or email bbmangel36@gmail.com. Prince Frederick, Maryland (Calvert County). Nice room in private home with 2 closets and storage area. Less than 1 mile to all shopping, and CSM. Public transportation across the street. Includes utilities, AC, WIFI, and cable. Available immediately. Call Rick 443968-4727. Rent: $600.00
Employment
Local Refuse Company is looking for a P/T Driver w/CDL class B for Roll-Off and rear load Trash Truck, must have a least 2 years experience. Some knowledge of heavy equipment good but not necessary. Must have own transportation. 301-855-3078. somdrecycling.com We are looking for a full time cashier/ receptionist to begin immediately! Seeking a very responsible, outgoing, self-motivated team player with great customer service skills! Experience is plus! We offer excellent benefits including health care, competitive salary (with experience), paid holidays/vacations and a fun work environment! If you are interested, please contact Turk at #301449-5900 or email your resume to turk@ clintoncycles.com.
Employment
Experience Dump Truck Drivers needed. Must have 3 years of driving experience with 1 year of hauling asphalt. Willing to work day or night or Part-time hauling asphalt within the Tri-County area. Contact Kevin Dyson at (301) 996-4626 or (240) 431-1722 Fenwick Landing Adult Day Center and Assisted Living is now accepting applications for PT housekeeper. If interested please come by 11665 Doolittle Drive Waldorf MD for application. Please no phone calls. Growing electrical contractor looking for electricians and helpers for DC Metro area. Salary based on experience with an excellent benefit package. Please Only serious, dependable and hardworking applicants need to apply. Reliable transportation and hand tools are a must. This is a drug free workplace and testing will be required. Please email resume to rdavis@partnerselec.com
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1. English monk (Olde English) 5. Computer music standard 9. South African prime minister 1948-54 10. A column of vertebrae 12. Noisy kisses 14. Pairing 17. Taxi drivers 18. Jasons princess consort 19. Amu Darya rivers old name 20. Founder of Babism 23. Confederate soldier 24. Lubricate 25. A woman of refinement 27. Mister 28. Make up something untrue 32. Mountainous region of Morocco 33. Mutual savings bank 35. Where angels fear to tread 42. Distance to top (abbr.) 43. Roman poet 44. Hebrew unit = 10 ephahs 46. Tai (var. sp.) 47. Bishop (abbr.) 48. Tropical Asian starlings 49. Performance of an action
51. Animal neck hairs 52. Manufacturers 54. Repeat a poem aloud 55. Consumers of services 57. Supernatural forces 58. Gulp from a bottle 59. Root of taro plant
1. Fronts opposite 2. Am. moose 3. Cony 4. Article 5. Manuscript (abbr.) 6. Inches per minute (abbr.) 7. Circle width (abbr.) 8. Entangle 9. Wet or dry eye degeneration 11. Best duck for down 12. Chase away 13. Saying or motto 15. Bird beak 16. 4th US state 20. Cry made by sheep 21. Generals assistant (abbr.) 22. Ball striking club 25. Parkinsons
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Wanderings
of an Aimless
Min Summer
By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer Since Ive been a little rough on my body lately, and it seems to be out to get me too, Ive had the opportunity to see some neat programs on TV that I dont normally get to see. The Public TV stations: WETA, MPT, and the BBC stations seem to be the most fun for me right now. A few months ago, I was so excited to see What Ever Happened to Baby Jane a 1962 suspense movie starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. I was in such admiration how two huge stars could do a movie which hit so close to the bone. They were both playing aging actresses who lived their lives through their past greatness. All their flaws were out for the world to see. If that movie were made today, they would have both probably had a life-style lift and lots of injections which is anyones or their right. But I dont think the movie would have been as effective. As I read about the history of the movie on-line I found all sorts of rumors that the two actresses did not get along that well. Who will ever know for sure? What Ever Happened to Baby Jane, along with Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte The Shuttered Room, The Bad Seed, and The Innocents were the horror stories I remember of my childhood. They were definitely nothing like the scary computer generated movies of today. Now there seems to be no end to the many ways a person can be murdered. And there is no end to the very bloody, graphic methods shown. I guess I like the movies of suspense more than horror. Who could beat Alfred Hitchcock for spiraling levels of anxiety and suspense? Now, my Mother on the other hand went for gore. She said, The more blood the better. I know we went to see The Night of the Living Dead at least three times. My Mother used to try to keep me awake to see those kinds of movies at home, but I couldnt make it to the end of any of them. And if I was able to stay awake, I would hide behind my Fathers recliner in the living room, peeking out occasionally. Mainly, I love watching the British mysteries. They do get quite graphic at times, but there is so much to figure out. I can watch Inspector Morse, Inspector Lewis, and Midsomer Murders over and over, and get some new bit of information every viewing. The most fun of watching the British mysteries is trying to figure out what they are talking about. There are so many dialects from all over the United Kingdom just like the regional dialects here in the United States. Sometimes I can only follow along only by watching; though over all these years of watching and listening to British mystery audiobooks, I have pretty much figured out the differing terminologies and dialects. I wonder if the British have trouble following our shows too? Maybe, one day, when I have nothing to do I will compile a list of words and phrases which could be printed out to decipher the language...but that might take the fun out of watching. Never mind, Id rather be insuspense. To each new days adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann
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