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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer After repeated calls for police during the summer and into fall, the Calvert Liquor Board called William Sherman of North Beach in to discuss concerns about his restaurant, Neptunes. After the closure of other bars in North Beach, Sherman told the board the rougher element had gravitated to his establishment. This, added to a bad drug problem near the bar resulted in the multiple calls for service, Sherman said. Sherman installed surveillance cameras around Neptunes in October, which has been a deterrent, he said. His actions have reduced issues at Neptunes, he said. Calvert Sheriffs Office First Sergeant Todd Ireland supported Shermans statement. The calls for service have been down significantly, Ireland said.
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Several pre-registered for the Digital Tool Box Workshop, but walk-ins were welcome.
computers, tablets and smart phones. Dill added blogs alert the community of changes to the business or special offers. Farmers can keep the community alerted to produce available in each season and where to purchase farm fresh products. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Photos by Sarah Miller Dave Spiggy Spigler, presented proceeds from the Pat Hovatter Memorial Golf Tournament to Wounded Warriors and, on Dec. 7, donated $4,000 to the Wounded Warriors Project. Representatives from Wounded Warriors accepted the check. Past NAS Patuxent River Commander Glen Ives, representing Hovatters family, said the Hovatters requested proceeds go to Wounded Warriors. Pat Hovatter, a former base commander, died unexpectedly in January 2012. The presentation was at the American Legion post in Lusby, on the 71st anniversary of Pearl Harbor. Spigler said the golf tournament collected $7,000, were the rest of the proceeds went to support various charities the Hogettes support, including the childrens hospitals.
The event brings attention to historic parts of Prince Frederick sometimes overlooked, as well as providing a venue for all artists, according to Sheldon. The event featured painters, like Kaley Blackwell who was housed at Third Eye Comics, musicians, poets and writers, like Elisavietta Ritchie, featured with Donald Shomette at Linden. Shomette said it was their first time at Art Walk. They wanted to become involved in artistic outreach, knowing a number of young artists in Calvert, events like Art Walk offer opportunities for them to expose their works to a wider audience.
Participants this year included CalvART Gallery, Calvert County Historical Society housed in Historic Linden, Parran Collery at EarthaTile Studios, Chesapeake Art and Frame, Aggro Joes, the Community Resources Building, Dreamweaver Cafe, Third Eye Comics, The Bead Boutique, Calvert Commercial with Sue Page Beads. For more information, visit www.artwalkprincefrederick.com. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Someone stole coins from an unlocked vehicle parked outside a home on Bayberry Avenue in St. Leonard between Dec. 6 and 7. Dep. T. Buckler is investigating the theft. Unknown suspect(s) unlawfully entered a home in the 1100 block of Carson Drive in Huntingtown sometime between Sept. 3 and Dec. 2 and stole $760 worth of cash and jewelry. Dep. Y. Bortchevsky is investigating. A woman in the 5900 block of Hillside Road in St. Leonard advised DFC R. Weems that a package that had been delivered and left on the porch of her home on Dec. 7 between 2 and 4 p.m. had been stolen. DFC Weems is investigating. A victim advised Dep. W. Beisel that on Dec. 5 at around 2:15 p.m. she parked her vehicle in the parking lot of the Prince Frederick Walmart and went inside the store. When she returned to her vehicle at 3 p.m. she discovered that $3,800 in cash that she had left inside the unlocked vehicle was missing. Dep. Beisel is continuing the investigation. A stained glass window and two glass front doors of The Greater Bibleway Church on Sixes Road in Prince Frederick, were shattered sometime between Dec. 5 and 8, resulting in $850 in damage. Dep. W. Beisel is investigating. Anyone with further information is asked to contact him at 410-535-2800. A Makita drill and a wallet were taken from an unlocked vehicle while it was parked on Calvert Boulevard in St. Leonard between 2 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Dec. 8. DFC J. Parsons is investigating. On Dec. 8 at 9:48 p.m. Dep. P. Mosely conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Prince Frederick Boulevard at West Dares Beach Road. Dep. Mosely determined the driver was operating the vehicle on a suspended license. The driver, identified as Angela Marie Cox, 34 of Prince Frederick, began yelling and cursing at Angela Marie Cox the deputy and refused to get out of the vehicle. Once Dep. Mosely got her out of the vehicle, she continued to yell and tried to kick the deputy and attempted to bite him. Cox was arrested and charged with resisting arrest, second-degree assault, driving on a suspended license and other traffic violations. Someone broke into two locked vehicles parked in front of two homes in the 3400 block of Hill Gail Drive in Chesapeake Beach between Dec. 7 and 8. Nothing was taken from one of the vehicles, however, a mens 14 karat white gold wedding band valued at $350 was stolen from the second vehicle. DFC A. Locke is investigating. Unknown suspect(s) stole packages from the front porch of a home in the 1500 block of Lilac Road in St. Leonard on Dec. 5 during daytime hours. Dep. J. Beisel is investigating.
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highly qualified in chemistry and proficient in other areas, is the same as a teacher completing steps to become highly qualified. Highly certified teachers have earned additional certificates or endorsements with their teaching certificate. Michael said the schools would have to employ more part time teachers than full time for every class period to have a highly qualified teacher not a workable model. The board recognized outgoing board members President Rose Crunkleton and Vice President William Chambers.
I just thank you so much for your support and for your confidence in us as a board, Crunkleton said, expressing gratitude to the whole county. Chambers echoed Chambers sentiments, calling his time on the board a powerful, humbling experience. Crunkleton asked Michael for advice to students aspiring to be teachers. Make yourself marketable, Michael said. Encouraging math and sciences, he said occupational and physical therapy and
speech pathology translate to classroom positions as well. In other presentations, the 2013-2014 budget increased by 1.4 percent for a total of $195,350,243 in projected funds and CCPS anticipates a drop in student enrollment. For more information about the board or Calvert Public Schools, visit www.calvertnet.k12.md.us sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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The dirt underneath Calvert County has many stories to tell, but only for those who know how to listen. One of the first settled colonies, the English left their remnants all over the state. But before the first settler arrived, the Native Americans called Southern Maryland home and before them, all manner of animals roamed the land. Paleontologists and archeologists in the county work to uncover the hidden history and tell the stories of what came before.
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Experts marked nearly 500 locations around the county as promising archeological locations, but only a couple of those sited will be active at a time, according to Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory Deputy Director Edward Chaney. He works for a state-of-the-art archaeological research, conservation, and collections storage facility on site at Jefferson Patterson Park. Chaney said they store between 7 and 10 million artifacts; with some as small as shards of pottery and some as large as cannons retrieved from shipwrecks. The majority of the artifacts are from archaeological sites in Maryland, including the acorn from the Maryland State House. Corroded beyond legibility, the surface presents an opportunity to use the x-ray room at the MAC Lab, according to Chaney. X-ray machines prove useful in discovering the hidden stories of items, because images show designs not readily seen through rust and weather wear, Chaney said. With an xray, he said names and dates carved into the acorn are clearly visible. The labs conservation equipment is well known, allowing it to accept projects from other museums countrywide, Chaney said. Machines of all sizes freeze-dry wood, which Chaney said is one of the best ways to preserve it. Workers use chemical baths and electrolytic rust removal to help eliminate corrosion. Archeologists approach artifacts on site and in the lab armed with toothbrushes. Though simple, toothbrushes are small enough to get into crevices and gentle enough to clean dirt away without damaging the artifact. Each artifact, not matter how small, receives a label with an identification number, date and location. Chaney and his team store cleaned artifacts in waterproof boxes to prevent further damage. To us, the most important thing is not the artifact itself, but knowing where it was found, Chaney said, adding the location puts an item in context, creating a clearer picture of a sites past uses and occupants. The MAC Lab specializes in artifact storage and preservation, but they do have an assortment of bones, some of which Godfrey donated from his personal collection. Bones
Photos by Sarah Miller Heather Rardian at the MAC Lab works cleans an artifact using a microscope and a pick.
Paleontology
Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons hosts a large collection of fossils, only a fraction of which are on display. The collection reveals the history of Calvert County from millions of years ago for scientists. Our job is to extract as much information as we can, said Director of Paleontology Stephen Godfrey. The museum has hundreds of shark teeth, ranging in side from the size of an adults hand to a few millimeters across at the top. Scientists and volunteers carefully catalogue and store each tooth in lined boxes with other teeth from the same type of shark. Each tagged item corresponds with a box, so if its removed it can easily be returned to the proper location, Godfrey said. Something as small as a tooth can tell a story that changes the way experts perceive history in Calvert. Millions of years ago the county was underwater. As the waters receded, aquatic animals became isolated in smaller bodies of water. Godfrey said the museum has sharks teeth from an extinct species only ever found in one streambed in the county. In the field, preserving bones for transport is a challenge. In some cases, the sediment around the bones holds its shape, and once removed the bone could fall to pieces. To prevent this, groups dig around the fossil and wrap it in plaster bandages before moving it. Godfrey said this is called a field jacket. Cleaning a fossil can take months or years, depending on the size and condition of the specimen. Once cleaned, the fossil goes to specialists, who fit it for an archival jacket. The archival jacket applies even pressure throughout the fossil holding it together. Left in the open, even in optimal conditions, the bone will develop stress fractures and wear down at the points it rests on. Fossils not on display remain in a temperature and humidity controlled room. The majority of Calvert Marine Museums fossils are from Calvert, Godfrey said. Eroding soils around the cliffs expose fossils which may not have otherwise been found. These finds stretch the cliffs from the north border of Ann Arundel County to Solomons. Godfrey said paleontologists learn as much from the location of a find as they learn from the item itself. Preserving fossils involves an amount of chemistry, bonding fractures and breaks in bones with an adhesive that will not hurt the bone, and dissolves with a non-abrasive compound. Chemists analyze sediments in bones to determine their age and geographic origin. Godfrey said all soil has a specific
tell archeologists what individuals ate, what type of domestic animals they kept, and can be as telling as pottery and belt buckles.
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Calvert Marine Museum has a room dedicated to cleaning and preserving fossils. Godfrey said volunteers come in to demonstrate cleaning techniques and answer questions about fossils and exhibits in the museum. Several volunteers, including temporary intern Paige Fischer, donated their own finds to the museum, Godfrey said. Fischer found a 16 million-year-old baleen whale skill in Calvert Cliffs, and helped a team extract it. She participated in cleaning the fossil. She has worked on other projects with the museum, having cleaned a fish skull, a dolphin skull and other bones. Its really amazing to work on them, she said. Observant individuals, finding artifacts while plowing, can report the finding and potentially have the site listed for a future dig, according to Chaney. Godfrey agreed. If anybody sees something interesting in the cliffs or finds something in the dirt, they should contact the museum, which will send a team using GPS coordinates to determine the landowner and get permission to excavate. The Calvert Marine Museum hosts a quarterly fossil club meeting. The group invites expert speakers, and goes out on field trips. Godfrey trips are normally to sites on Calvert Cliffs, but have extended out of state. Normally, individuals are willing to allow workers to dig up finds. Godfrey said they backfill the dig site so nobody is left with a gaping hole on their property. Of the hundreds of dig sites in the county, 70 are in Jefferson Patterson Park, Chaney said. These sites host family archeology days during the summer. During these days, individuals work with archeologists to dig sites and sift through dirt to uncover remnants of properties past. The MAC Lab and the Jefferson Patterson Park museum offers visitor tours. Next summers public archeology season at Jefferson Patterson Park runs May 7 through June 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. MAC Lab tours are every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about programs and ways to get involved, visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or www.jefpat.org. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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When Hurricane Sandy took a sharp left turn and made landfall on the Jersey shore the devastation was immediate and obvious. What may not have been as apparent was Sandys reach across New Jersey all the way to the furthest northwestern reaches of Sussex County. One of the original hospices in New Jersey is the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice in Sparta, NJ. The famous court battle and landmark decision opened the Quinlans eyes as to the need for end-of-life care for patients and families, and led to the creation of the Sparta-based hospice. Although northwestern New Jersey was spared the devastation of the Jersey shore, Quinlan patients and staff spent weeks without electricity, which in a rural area means no energy to run the well pump. Lines for gasoline and kerosene wrapped around the block and even after waiting for six hours only a small ration for each person was allowed that is if you were lucky enough to have a container to carry the liquid fuel. Linda Gottfried, Director of Development for Calvert Hospice reached out to her long-time friend at Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Roxanne Debski-Seigel, to see how they were handling the aftermath of the Sandy.
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Karen Ann Quilan Hospice staff administrator Darrin Adams, left, Marlina Schetting, director of social services, and Cecelia Clayton, hospice executive director receive the donations from Michael Nieman of Happs Kitchens and Bath, who delivered the items collected through Calvert Hospice.
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Brittany Caruso of Huntingtown, left front, Tabitha Francis of Lexington Park and Michelle Fuller of Prince Frederick; Brandon Hosselrode of Lusby, left back, Karuna Patel of Lexington Park and Samantha Schohn of Leonardtown.
Students in Debbie Wilsons English 1010 class at the College of Southern Maryland enjoyed a scent-filled morning as part of a service learning project to help Volunteer Southern Maryland (VSMD). Rabbia Hasan, shown left, of Waldorf and her fellow students helped CSM Service and Volunteerism Coordinator Heather Zeolla, right, put the finishing touches of bows, cinnamon-scented pine cones and berries on 57 pre-ordered fresh fraser fir wreaths. The wreaths will be delivered this week, with proceeds from the third annual wreath sale supporting local nonprofits in the tri-county area through VSMD. For information, visit www.csmd.edu/VSMD or contact Heather Zeolla, hzeolla@csmd.edu.
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Craigs community involvements also included becoming a member of the Joseph A. Eagan Masonic Lodge #104, Black Men United and American Legion Gray Ray Post #220. He volunteered with the MESA program at Mutual Elementary School during Cedrics tenure there and coached Cedrics baseball team. Craig will be remembered as a devoted husband, father and son. He loved people and especially enjoyed talking and making everyone laugh through his comedic antics. He worked briefly as a standup comedian at Club Pizzazz in Norfolk, Virginia and Timbuktu in Hanover, Maryland. He was an avid Redskins fan, loved riding his motorcycle (Kawasaki), traveling and spending time with his family. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted wife, Tammy; sons Marlon Fowler and Cedric, parents, Corinthia and Sherman; stepmother Anne and; granddaughter McKenzie Fowler; grandmother, Moena Armstrong; sisters, Valetta Brannock (Vincent) and Carolyn Reed; brothers, Terrence and Kevin Fowler; mother in law, Josephine Johnson; brother in law, Lynn Johnson (Harriet); nieces, Elizabeth Johnson and Tia Fowler; nephews, Lynn J. Johnson and Kevin S. Fowler; devoted friends Min. Elaina Commodore, Jenifer Chaviest and Lewis Jarvis and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Funeral service was held on Dec. 1, at Brooks UM Church, St. Leonard, Md. with Pastor Jason L. Robinson officiating. The interment was at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Md. The pallbearers were Johnny Doswell, Thomas Commodore, Melvin Downing, Terrel Ray, William Lovelace and Maurice Downing The honorary pallbearers were American Legion Gray Ray Post #220 Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.
ham Masonry Contractors as a bricklayer helper. By 1961, he became a bricklayer and in 1965 established a partnership with Edward Holland, and Melvin Brown to form Calvert Masonry Contractors, Inc. In July 1975, John branched out on his own and created John C. Holland, Inc. which later became Holland Contracting Corporation. In June of 1963, John married his Suga Wooga Gertrude Elizabeth Johnson. He was a loving husband and devoted father. Their marriage was blessed with five children, and six grandchildren. By Gods grace and mercy, John came to know the Lord and committed his life to Christ. John and Gertrude enjoyed spending time together taking spur-of-the-moment road trips; visiting family and friends; and trying new restaurants, but going back to their old favorites. Family outings included amusement parks, showing his children his work, and car shows among other things. John enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren; gardening; hemi engines and fast cars; sports; and being a part of his childrens successes. He also enjoyed engineering buildings, erecting projects, operating equipment and apprenticing bricklayers. As you travel throughout Calvert County and beyond, you will see many of his accomplishments. Preceding him in death were his mother, Helen; father, John; brother, Maurice; and granddaughter Haley Alexandra. John leaves to cherish loving memories his wife Gertrude; five children, Caroline Combs (Kelvin); John Holland, Jr. (Kellie); Trudy Spriggs (Chauncey); Darrin Holland (Karen); and Donna Holland; five grandchildren, Marcus, Jonathan Alexander, Terrence, Cassaundra, Darrin Jr.; and a special son Charles Chuckaroo Harrod; two sisters, Helen (Frances) and Malinda (Otis); one brother Arthur (Marva); a sisterin-law Viola; plus a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral service was held on Dec. 4 at at Chesapeake Church, Huntingtown, Md. with Bishop George Rodgers officiating. The interment was at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic, Md. The pallbearers were Henry Jones, Charles Johnson, Jr., George Campbell, Jr., Todd Harrod, Jessie Jones and Robert Winfield Holland The honorary pallbearers were James Mackall, James Smith, Joseph Jones and John Yakupkovic Funeral arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home, Prince Frederick, Md.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife Patricia and sisters Alice Clark, Margaret Jane Clark and Hilda Revell. He is survived by daughters Robin E. Dunn and husband Bob of Deale, Lori J. Newman and fianc Joey Petro of Deale, and Karen G. Panciocco and husband Paul of Preston, Md. and a son Mark D. Revell of Deale. Also surviving are six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and a special friend Eligia Gonzolez and her daughter Veronica. Family and friends were received Dec. 10, at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, where services and a celebration of Jacks life was held. Interment followed at Southern Memorial Gardens, Dunkirk. Memorial contributions in Jacks name may be made to the Deale V.F.D., 6007 Drum Point Road, Deale, MD, 20751. For additional information or to leave condolences visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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Mildred D. Wilson, 86, of The Villages, Fla. formerly of Berwyn Heights, Md. Mildred was born on Feb. 14, 1926 to Irby and Ollie Thompson of Greensboro, NC. She passed away on Nov. 26. Mildred is the beloved wife of over 50 years to the late George R. Wilson until he passed away on March 1, 1990. She is the loving mother of Mary (Roger) Selson, George Wilson, Jr., Walter (Sandra) Wilson and Larry (Debbie) Wilson. Sister of Howard Thompson. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Mildred was an avid reader. She also enjoyed playing games such as the card game, Triple Play and the dice game, Bunco. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and an avid Redskins Fan. Although she enjoyed being independent, she loved spending time with her family. Friends were received and serviced followed on Dec. 8 Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A., 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, Md.
Jack Revell, 77
John Jack William Revell, 77, of Deale passed away Dec. 7, at the Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in Harwood. He was born June 8, 1935 in Deale to John Daniel and Evelyn Lillian (Ford) Revell. Jack was raised in Deale and attended Deale Elementary and Southern High School in Lothian. Jack worked for the Federal Government as a steamfitter in Washington, D.C., retiring in 1990. He also worked part-time at Brownies Service Station in Deale, and after retirement worked as a carpenter superintendent for Peel Properties/Red Coats in Bethesda. Jack married Patricia Lee Derouen on Dec. 31, 1955 and they made their home in Deale. He was a member of the Deale Volunteer Fire Department. In his leisure time, Jack enjoyed bowling, golf, fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Christmas tree sales lots springing up throughout the county are a visible reminder that the Optimist Clubs serve children and families. Prince Frederick Optimist Club Past president Tom Parran has stayed involved in the club for the past 30 years because of the annual essay and oratory competitions and scholarship awards. Sending the top male and female speakers from the local competition to statewide and national competitions is Solomons Optimist Past President Jack Greenes favorite part of being an Optimist. New president of Solomons Optimist Club Lee Baines wants to grow membership in the southern organization, which has spawned but has remained a smaller club. She said now is time for the Solomons Optimist Club to grow especially since membership is already on the rise. Since October, the club has installed 10 members and have more who have expressed an interest. Baines is a relatively new member considering others in the club. Greene is an eight-year member of the group. Solomons Optimist Club Vice President Allen Fissel has been involved 21 years, joining the group at the encouragement of some friends. His favorite memory is a kite-flying afternoon watching a 3-year-old girl fly her first kite with her parents. While it never rose more than a few feet off the ground, the look of wonder on her face stuck with him. She looked like someone had filled her life with joy, hope and fun, he said. Parrans in-laws were involved in the Optimist Club, and convinced him to give it a shot. Each year his club holds a Youth Appreciation Week, where members recognize 20 to 30 outstanding students from the countys four high schools. One day during the week, the club takes the students to the Board of County Commissioners, which recognizes the youths achievements. Next the group goes out to lunch before touring the courthouse and sheriffs office. The day culminates in a dinner with their families and the Optimist Club. Previously honored students take a moment to say hello when they recognize Parran. Thats one of the finest memories I have, he said.
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Allen Fissel trims greenery at the Solomons Optimist Club tree sale.
Being involved in the Optimist Club offers a chance to build strong inter-personal relationships with the members of the club and the community. He said the club encourages individuals to introduce programs to fill needs possibly not already filled. One of the most visible optimist projects is the annual Christmas tree sale, Parran said. Every year, Calverts optimist clubs move thousands of trees during the December-long sale. Its a lot of fun, Parran said. The tree sales fund programs, including the annual Shop with a Cop, another of Parrans favorite events. Every year members of the Calvert County Sheriffs Office, and other local law enforcement agencies, take several youth from across the county to Wal-Mart for a morning
of Christmas shopping. After shopping, the children travel to the Prince Frederick Volunteer Department for a gift-wrapping party and lunch. He said the children focus on purchasing gifts for their families, so the chaperoning adults ensure each child purchases at least one gift for themself. Baines said she looks forward to Shop with a Cop every year, and other programs for younger kids. We focus on things that add joy to the lives of children, Baines said. For more information, visit www.solomonsoptimistclub.org, www.syboptimist.com or call the Optimist Club of Prince Frederick at 410-586-2157. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Patuxent Varsity Baseball team, which benefits from the Optimist Club fundraisers, planted the Christmas tree forest at the intersection of Rousby Hall Rd and H.G. Trueman in Lusby.
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Other deer hunters become someone else entirely: waterfowl hunters. Years ago, Maryland arranged the deer and waterfowl seasons so that the pursuit of waterfowl didnt interfere with the pursuit of deer. Accordingly, the late duck and goose seasons begin in earnest on the Dec. 11. On the upside, it is still a shooting sport. The rigors of scent control and long silent hours in the woods can take a toll on the human psyche, and waterfowl hunting requires neither one as a general rule. The stealth required in waterfowl hunting is entirely different. On the downside, it still requires rising well before dawn. This is a good time to reminisce about the past 2 weeks. Its also a great time to get together and tell stories of the big buck you harvested, or the ones you missed. Some of us, like Dusten Gilbert, Field Producer for Kill Theory Outdoor Productions, have stories to tell that really get our attention. Fourteen main points and six countable kickers make for a 20 point buck of a lifetime: a deer that most of us only see in pictures or dreams. In addition to the huge set of antlers, the buck was partially piebald with big white patchy areas that are normally wild-deer brown. You can provide your own dreams. Ill provide his picture. The rest of us can reminisce about the hours of solitude that we experienced in the woods. Its almost as if we were some kind of monks, dutifully marching into the woods every morning, sitting among the trees, counting the twigs and leaves on holly branches, and listening to the squirrels rustle
about. This is enjoyable to me for the first day or two and then it becomes more than a little boring. When thoughts creep in about things like the fishing seasons or mowing grass and blowing leaves, then I know that Ive become delusional. This is the direct result of spending too much time in the woods without seeing deer. Thankfully and shamefully, days in the woods were punctuated by the occasional doe. Thankfully because their appearance brought purpose and excitement to the effort even if they werent bucks. Shamefully because a missed shot makes an unwelcome
story to tell. For now, well stick with the good stories and simply say that if you have never missed a deer, then you simply havent hunted them enough to experience this kind of disappointment. The deer season isnt over yet! Gun season returns for two days on January 4 and 5. Keith has hunted wild game and waterfowl in Maryland and other states for more than 45 years. When the fishing season wanes, you will find him in the woods until deer season finishes.
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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, Dec. 13
Live Music: Swamp Candy Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m. Live Music: Country Memories Band Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: One Louder Veras White Sands Beach Club (1200 White Sands Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m. 27th Annual Christmas Doll and Train Exhibit St. Clements Island Museum (38370 Point Breeze Road, Coltons Point) 12 p.m. Live Music: Jim Ritter and the Creole Gumbo Jazz Band The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 16
Live Music: GrooveSpan Trio Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Live Music: Mason Sebastian DB McMillans (23415 Three Notch Road, California) 5 p.m. Free Beginner Line Dance Lessons Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville) 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14
Live Music: Matt Garrett Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 15
Live Music: Four Friends Jazz Band Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
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Out&About
Classes at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center
artLAB Schools Out Classes Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. The artLAB at Annmarie Garden will be open during the school break, Dec. 26 - Jan. 1, 2013, 1 to 4 p.m., daily. Break out of school boredom and come to Annmarie Garden to make a special seasonal project. The artLAB is free with general admission. Take a break from creating and explore the art galleries, the outdoor garden, and visit The Giftshop at Annmarie. New winter hours for the artLAB, beginning Jan. 4, 2013. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden. org or call 410-326-4640. artLAB New Hours Staring Jan. 4, 2013 Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. The artLAB at Annmarie Garden will have new winter hours and will be open Friday through Monday, 2 to 5 p.m., beginning Jan. 4, 2013 through March. Should you want to visit during the week (at a different time), group visits for all ages can be organized, simply call 410-326-4640 or email artlab@annmariegarden.org to schedule your visit. artLAB Moms Club Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. artLAB Moms Club at Annmarie Garden is held on the first and third Monday of each month. These lightly guided sessions will help your child make great art, fun toys, creative costumes, and new friends. This club is perfect for preschoolers, ages 3-5. Mark your calendars, Dec. 3 and 17, 10 to 12 p.m. and new hours in 2013. Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18, March 4, and March 18, 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. Homechool Tuesdays Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. Annmarie Garden will host Homechool Tuesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., on Jan. 15, Feb. 19, and March 19. Add a little artLAB to your homeschool curriculum as we invent, build, and discover through guided challenges. Ideal for ages 7-12 years, but all ages can participate. No registration required; $7 for parent/child pair; $2 for each additional child. No registration required. Call 410-326-4640 for more information. Wednesday Wine Nights Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. 5 to 7 p.m. Annmarie Garden will host Wednesday Wine Nights, the third Wednesday night of each month, 5 to 7 p.m. (drop in at any time), on Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, and March 20. Bring your favorite beverage or snack and get ready to turn trash to treasure as we create home dcor, fashion items, and jewelry. Adults only, no registration required. Cost is $7 per person. For more information visit annmariegarden.org or call 410326-4640. Plan a fun night out with your friends. Open Studio Days Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. Annmarie Garden will host Open Studio Days in the artLAB by appointment only. If you have want free reign in the artLAB to create, now is your chance. Email artlab@annmariegarden.org or call to schedule your session today. Cost is $7 per person. Schools Art, Arts In Annmarie Garden, Solomons, Md. 9 to 4 p.m. Register at Annmarie Garden today for the next Schools Art, Art Is In full-day program, on January 21, 2013, 9 to 4 p.m., for Grades K-2 or Grades 3-5. Students will learn all about the animal kingdom through art, with a specific focus on Magnificent Mammals. Call today to pre-register for this popular class at 410-326-4640; Members $35, Non-Members $40. Register early, as spaces are limited! For more information please visit www.annmariegarden.org
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Community Events
Thursday, Dec. 13
Reading with Santa Family Fun Night Prince Frederick Library (Meeting Room 2) 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick, 6 to 8 p.m. Tri-County Youth Services Bureau invites families to Family Fun Night. Put on your best holiday pajamas, grab the kids, and join us for free hot cocoa, holiday cheer, and a story time with Santa. Bring your camera. Snowflake Contest Submissions Due Dunkirk Hardware and Home Center, 10745 Town Center Boulevard, Dunkirk, 12 to 4 p.m. Kids from kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome to submit snowflakes at the Dunkirk Hardware Holiday Celebration. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners. Division are kindergarten and first grade, second and third grade and fourth and fifth grade. For more information, call 410-257-1300.
Sunday, Dec. 16
Sunday Afternoons with the Pattersons Tour Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed by noted female architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. Call 410586-8501 or go to www.jefpat.org Gingerbread Lighthouse Workshops Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 pm. Enjoy our most popular holiday event, Gingerbread Lighthouse Workshops. Fee is $4 per child. Sign up at the admissions desk on the day of the workshop. Christmas Concerts by Patuxent Voices Trinity Church, St. Marys College, 3 p.m. Patuxent Voices, Southern Marylands premiere womens a cappella group, will perform Benjamin Brittens Ceremony of Carols followed by a selection of holiday favorites. There is no admission charge, but donations are welcome. To learn more or see additional performance dates, visit www.patuxentvoices.org or friend us on Facebook.
Friday, Dec. 14
Christmas Concerts by Patuxent Voices All Saints Episcopal Church in Sunderland, 7:30 p.m. Patuxent Voices, Southern Marylands premiere womens a cappella group, will perform Benjamin Brittens Ceremony of Carols followed by a selection of holiday favorites. There is no admission charge, but donations are welcome. A Ceremony of Carols is a choral piece for treble voices and harp written in 1942. The piece consists of eleven songs or movements that tell the Christmas story. It is hauntingly ageless, using old English text and modal melodies. The second half of the performance blends beloved carols such as Once in Royal Davids City and O Holy Night, with sentimental favorites like Ill be Home for Christmas and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Rocking Round the Christmas Tree, and of course We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Its a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Patuxent Voices has been in existence since 2004, started by friends who love to sing unaccompanied music. The 13 women who make up Patuxent Voices hail from Calvert and St. Marys Counties; the group offers concerts in December and May, and appears at local events such as the Solomons Christmas Walk and Sotterleys Family Plantation Christmas. To learn more or see additional performance dates, visit www.patuxentvoices.org or friend us on Facebook. Parents Night Out/Drop and Shop The Wilson Ennis Clubhouse, 3150 Solomons Island, Road North, Huntingtown, 7 to 10 p.m. A Parents Night Out program that allows kids to come and have fun playing different games and sports throughout the complex from basketball and dodge ball to glow in the dark soccer. For ages 6 to 12-years-old. $15 for members; $20 Access Pass Holders and their visitors. *ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER Pizza, drinks and more available for purchase **When registering, you MUST include scan card number in comment section on website. For more information call 410-4148048 or email info@weclubhouse. com
Saturday, Dec.15
Christmas Concerts by Patuxent Voices Middleham St. Peters Parish Hall in Lusby, 7:30 p.m. Patuxent Voices, Southern Marylands premiere womens a cappella group, will perform Benjamin Brittens Ceremony of Carols followed by a selection of holiday favorites. There is no admission charge, but donations are welcome. www.patuxentvoices.org or friend us on Facebook. Music for the Season Mount Hope United Methodist Church, 3 Dalrymple Road, Sunderland, Md., 4 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus presents a concert Music for the Season. The concert will feature contemporary, gospel, classical Christian and secular music by John Rutter, Samuel Ward, Peter Choplin, and others. The concert will include nursery rhymes with guest Mother Goose for the young in heart. Other songs will include: America the Beautiful, Shenandoah and Thy Word is a Lamp. A free-will offering will be taken to support the Calvert Hospice House. The Chorus is a volunteer group of thirty singers in its 10th season giving concerts for the benefit of charities in Calvert County. The chorus has raised over $58,000 for these charities. Contact: Larry W. Brown, Director, Chesapeake Community Chorus, Phone: 301855-7477, email: lbrown9601@verizon.net Glass Blower Demonstration Hovanec Handblown Glassworks, 9610 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come see glass pieces hand blown by Jerry Hovanec and Ruthann Uithol and their 12-year-old daughter Rene. Jerry will demonstrate technique, and finished pieces will be on display and for sale. Dunkirk Hardware Holiday Celebration Dunkirk Hardware and Home Center (10745 Town Center Boulevard, Dunkirk) 12-4 p.m. Come out for a picture with Santa and some holiday themed fun. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the snowflake contest. For more information, call 410-257-1300.
TubaChristmas Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 255 Alexander Ave., Solomons, 4 p.m. Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church will host Solomons annual TubaChristmas concert. This unique holiday celebration is open to the public and free of charge. TubaChristmas features traditional Christmas carols arranged for tuba and baritone horn players as well as opportunities for the audience to sing along. All low brass players in the local area are welcomed to play in the group. Call 812-824-8833 or go to www.tubachristmas.com Music for the Season Olivet United Methodist Church, 13057 Olivet Road, Lusby, Md. - 5 p.m. The Chesapeake Community Chorus presents a concert Music for the Season. The concert will feature contemporary, gospel, classical Christian and secular music by John Rutter, Samuel Ward, Peter Choplin, and others. The concert will include nursery rhymes with guest Mother Goose for the young in heart. Other songs will include: America the Beautiful, Shenandoah and Thy Word is a Lamp. A free-will offering will be taken to support the Calvert Hospice House. The Chorus is a volunteer group of thirty singers in its 10th season giving concerts for the benefit of charities in Calvert County. The chorus has raised over $58,000 for these charities. Contact: Larry W. Brown, Director, Chesapeake Community Chorus, Phone: 301-855-7477, email: lbrown9601@erizon.net
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Library Events
Thursday, Dec. 13
Calvert Conversations Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 10-11 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. For more information call 410-257-2411. JobSource Mobile Career Center Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 3-7 p.m. Stop by to get job counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get connected with Southern Maryland JobSource. This 38 foot 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. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Holiday Evening Storytime Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Join us for a wide variety of holiday stories and activities. For more information call 410-257-2411. Volunteer Orientation Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 7-8:30 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering at Calvert Library, come for an orientation. You will hear what opportunities are available and what commitments you will be expected to make as a volunteer. If you have not already completed an application, please bring a completed one with you. Please register by calling 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Monday, Dec. 17
Books and Toys Calvert Library Southern Branch, 20 Appeal Way, Lusby, 10-11 a.m. Moms, parents, caregivers and your tots. Book club for mom, playtime for kids. This months selection is The Chaperone by Laura Moriarty. 410-326-5289. Calvert Eats Local Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 7-8:30 p.m. Encourage local agriculture, discover ways to eat locally, and share resources, energy, and good ideas for great food. Barbara Kingsolver wrote Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (published in 2007), she helped to build the buy-local food movement across the country. A respected and popular fiction writer, Kingsolver moved with her family to rural Virginia and she and her family spent a year trying to only eat locally sourced food. She documented those experiences in Animal, Vegetable, Miracle that became a national best seller. Greg Bowen will lead a discussion on the book. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Green. Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazels story is about to be completely rewritten. For more information 410-257-2101 Yes, You CAN Use a Computer Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch, 3819 Harbor Road, Chesapeake Beach 2-3 p.m. Beginners can learn how to use Microsoft Word to create, edit, save, and print documents. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register by calling 410-257-2411. Book Discussion Calvert Library Southern Branch, 20 Appeal Way, Lusby, 7-8:30 p.m. Secret Daughter by Shilpi Gowda. Somers life is everything she imagined it would be until she makes the devastating discovery she never will be able to have children. The same year in India, a poor mother makes the heartbreaking choice to save her newborn daughters life by giving her away. We follow both families, invisibly connected until Ashas journey of self-discovery leads her back to India. For more information call 410-326-5289.
Out&About
Throughout the Month
Through Sunday, Dec. 30
Artworks@7th Artworks@7th is located at 9100 Bay Avenue in North Beach, 1 to 6 p.m. Please join us at the opening reception for our holiday gift show featuring small works by over 25 local artists, including jewelry, ceramics, paintings, prints, cards, fabric art, ornaments and more. The show goes from Nov. 29 thru Dec. 30. Artworks@7th is a cooperative gallery with 23 artists in media ranging from pottery, sculpture, ceramics, glassware, custom art jewelry, and stained glass to landscape paintings and photographs with views of Chesapeake and North Beach, of local scenery, barns and farmland, water views, equestrian art and historic views of Washington, D.C. We also have wonderful florals and still life in pastel, oil and watercolor. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday or by appointment. For more information or directions call 410-286-5278 or go to www. artworksat7th.com
Tuesday, Dec. 18
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 10-12 p.m. Need help with your resume? Join job counselor Sandra Holler in a small group to learn what makes a strong resume and cover letter. If you have one started, bring it with you so editing can happen on the spot. Please register by calling 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Board of Trustees meeting Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 2-5 p.m. Calvert Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Yes, You CAN Use A Computer Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 2-3:30 p.m. Beginners can learn how to use Microsoft Word to create, edit, save, and print documents. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register by calling 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Downton Abbey Schemes and Skeins Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 5-6:30 p.m. Bring your knitting/crochet project and join us for the hot PBS Masterpiece Classic series Downton Abbey on the big screen. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Thursday, Dec. 20
Yes, You CAN Use a Computer Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings 2-3 p.m. Participants will learn the basics of formatting a resume using Microsoft Word. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register by calling 410-257-2101. Holiday Concert & Sing-along Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 7-8:30 p.m. Bring the family to enjoy Fathers & Sons barbershop quartet singing holiday songs and then join in a sing-along of fun holiday favorites. For more information call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Friday, Dec. 14
On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 1-4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Saturday, Dec. 15
Yes, You CAN Use A Computer Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way 10-11:00 a.m. Beginners can learn how to use Microsoft Word to create, edit, save, and print documents. The training will last one hour and will take place in a small group. Please register by calling 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Brain Games Mahjongg, Scrabble and more Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 12-2 p.m. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun. Join us. For more information call 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862.
Friday, Dec. 21
On Pins & Needles Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 1-4 p.m. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. For more information call 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Monday, Dec. 24
Library Closed for Christmas. 12-12 a.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Book Discussion Calvert Library Fairview Branch, Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings, 2-3:30 p.m. The Fault in Our Stars by John
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Library Closed for Christmas. 12-12 a.m.
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