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St. Mary’s THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019
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ON THE COVER 15
Underage and binge drinking among county youth is higher than the state average
LOCAL NEWS 3
COPS & COURTS 10
COMMUNITY12
ON THE COVER 15 LOCAL 5
Leonardtown high school Grad Makes It To The NFL
SPORTS 25
EDUCATION 26
LETTERS TO EDITOR 28
ENTERTAINMENT 29
PAX RIVER 30 EDUCATION 27
Eagle Scouts Graduate STEM Academy
PAX RIVER 30
HX-21 Gets a New CO
OBITUARIES 31
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS 34 “NO ONE’S ENFORCING THIS. THEY’RE
JUST UNLOADING ON THE PRIVATE
SENIOR CALENDAR 35
DOCKS DOWN IN PINEY POINT.”
LIBRARY CALENDAR 35 COMMISSIONER JOHN O’CONNOR ON THE DECISION TO END THE
COMMERCIAL DOCK MORATORIUM FOR OYSTER AQUACULTURE FARMS.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR 36
BUSINESS DIRECTORY 38 W EEKLY FO R E C AST
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a FREE, jazz era concert/party in his- are being planned for the festival.
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Swingband performing from 6:00 p.m. be filming during the Jazz Era event
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Christmas in April
Esperanza M.S. presented “Elf, Jr.” April 25-27. Since it was a play about Christmas
presented in April the directors felt a donation from the proceeds to Christmas in April was
appropriate. The check was presented during the play.
Long-time Christmas in April volunteer Jan Barnes (center) was honored at the post-work
party at St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. Presenting the citation were Christmas in April
Christmas in April volunteers work to install a new handicapped accesible ramp at a home in President Howard Thompson and Executive Director Darene Kleinsorgen.
Loveville April 27
Black
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commemorating the loss of the Black Diamond which collided with another ship in the
Potomac River in 1865 during the search for presidential assassin John Wilkes Booth
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St. Mary’s
By Guy Leonard “It’s when you’re drinking too much, too fast,” The CAC’s surveying is not restricted to youth but to
Staff Writer Kraese said. law enforcement as well.
The numbers of young adults 18 to 20 years old, but Their latest findings state that 42 percent of sheriff’s
Since 2012 a group of local government officials, still under the legal age, are even more staggering. deputies surveyed and 32 percent of locally assigned
law enforcement, healthcare professionals and busi- Of the young adults surveyed by the health depart- state troopers believe underage drinking is either very
ness owners have been quietly combating the problem ment in 2018, 51 percent reported engaging in binge or extremely prevalent in St. Mary’s.
of underage drinking and binge drinking in St. Mary’s drinking. The same 2018 survey showed that 54 percent of
County; a problem that statistics show continues to While law enforcement and the St. Mary’s County sheriff’s deputies and 60 percent of state troopers
grow among young people. Alcohol Beverage Board work to curb illegal liquor here had made a service call for underage or excessive
The Community Alcohol Coalition is preparing to sales and punish establishments which sell alcohol to young adult drinking.
release a report detailing underage drinking and binge minors, much of the alcohol consumed by the under- The CAC is also pushing for legislation at the state
drinking, which are often intertwined, as well as its aged comes from another source. level that would bring back civil citations for underage
negative impacts. According to a similar risk survey from 2015, 65 drinking, allowing them to levy fines for homeowners
It’s a part of their overall mission to reach out to the percent of high school students surveyed in St. Mary’s who allow underage drinking on their property; even if
public, especially parents, to raise awareness of the County obtained alcohol from their homes without the they are unaware of it.
problem and remain vigilant, otherwise their children permission of their parents. “It’s easier to cite someone for providing alcohol than
could fall to its consequences. “If it were more current data I think the number it is to pursue a criminal citation,” Kraese said. “Next
Maryellen Kraese, prevention and outreach coordi- would be higher,” Kraese said. “It shows how prevalent year we’re probably going to pursue this.”
nator for the St. Mary’s County Health Department and this is. Sgt. Steve Myers, the sheriff’s office alcohol enforce-
a partner with the coalition, said when it comes to the “Parents need to know this is happening.” ment coordinator who also sits on the CAC board, said
problem in question St. Mary’s is outpacing the entire The CAC knows that even with their outreach efforts the CAC had its own methods of assisting law enforce-
state. detailing the dangers of binge drinking, they know ment of its compliance checks on local alcohol retailers.
“We noted that almost 20 percent of St. Mary’s there are some young people who will still engage in “The CAC hired a business to use buyers who are of
County youth 15 years old and under took their first the dubious practice. age but who appear young to try to buy alcohol to see if
drink other than a few sips before the age of 13,” Kraese Of all the promotional material they hand out, one businesses are asking for ID’s,” Myers said. “If they do,
told The County Times. “That’s compared to 17 percent piece is a picture of a common, disposable party cup they get a green card, if they don’t they get a red card.”
of their peers statewide.” with a green marker so they can mark off how much These cards have no legal ramifications for the store
Moreover 33 percent of county high school students they are drinking. owner but they do show that someone other than law
who took part in a youth risk behavior survey back in Such cups come with physical gradations going up its enforcement is watching who sells to minors and who
2016 stated they had taken a drink in the 30 days prior length which are exact liquid measurements. upholds the law, Myers said.
to being asked the question. “It’s so they can at least try to keep track of what “It means nothing to the law enforcement side but
That’s well above the state average of 25 percent of they’re drinking,” she said. it couples well with my own compliance checks,” said
high school students surveyed, Kraese said. At a time when fatal overdoses due to opioid abuse Myers.
Just this past year health officials took another survey capture the fear and interest of most parents, it becomes In 2018, 98.5 percent of alcohol retailers in the county
of county youth in which 81 percent of those surveyed easier to disregard alcohol as a serious danger, she said. complied with asking for ID to stymie underage sales,
between the ages of 18 and 20 had engaged in drinking “The younger they start drinking, the higher the risk according to sheriff’s office data; the success rate with
within a 30-day period of being asked the question. for alcohol and substance abuse problems later,” Kraese the CAC’s covert checks is nearly as high with 96.5 per-
“These statistics should be alarming,” Kraese said. said. “Misuse leads to abuse. cent earning a green card, Myers said.
“We’re above the state averages.” “People assume because it’s legal, it’s safe; alcohol is “We’ve educated the retailers quite well,” Myers
Statistics from 2016, which came from a sample of still the No. 1 drug of choice across the board.” said. “The CAC is an awesome group of people.
3,000 St. Mary’s County high school students, showed It’s becoming more common to see alcohol play a “You have people… from different walks of life try-
that 18 percent of those surveyed had engaged in binge part in opioid overdoses, Kraese said, as users are con- ing to combat underage drinking.”
drinking, which is defined as about five or more large suming both simultaneously.
drinks - 8 ounces - or so much that the one drinking “They’re both depressants,” Kraese said, explaining guyleonard@countytimes.net
becomes ill. both can contribute to the shutting down of the body’s
The state average from respondents on the youth risk respiratory system. “Alcohol and opioids are a deadly
behavior survey was 13 percent. combination.”
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SMECO Outstanding Mathematics Teacher Award Recipients, St. Mary’s County SMECO Outstanding Science Teacher Award Recipients, St. Mary’s County
From left are Anna Rodriguez, Benjamin Banneker Elementary School; Diane Glasgow, From left are Cortney Watson, Leonardtown High School; David Holland, Leonardtown Middle
Leonardtown High School; and Heather Howe, Spring Ridge Middle School. School; and Joanne Clapp, Chesapeake Public Charter School.
Southern Maryland Electric Coopera- teaching, professionalism, and innova- eration of innovators,” stated Austin J. St. Mary’s County
tive (SMECO) worked with the school tive teaching methods. Each teacher Slater, Jr., SMECO president and CEO, • Joanne Clapp, Chesapeake Public
systems of Calvert, Charles, and St. received a plaque and a cash award at when he welcomed the award winners. Charter School
Mary’s counties to select and honor 22 a dinner held in their honor. Over the Slater added, “Our gifted honorees • Diane Glasgow, Leonardtown High
educators with Outstanding Teacher past 28 years, SMECO has recognized understand that their job is about more School
awards for their leadership in the fields almost 400 local math and science than teaching mathematics, science and • David Holland, Leonardtown Mid-
of mathematics, science, technology, teachers. technology. It’s about thinking creative- dle School
and engineering. “As educators, you know that STEM ly and making classroom experiences • Heather Howe, Spring Ridge Mid-
Receiving awards this year were eight skills are becoming more and more cov- exciting for students. They identify dle School
math teachers, nine science teachers, eted by businesses that hire students ways to leap outside of the educational • Anna Rodriguez, Benjamin Ban-
and five STEM (science, technology, fresh out of school. And SMECO is no norms and create experiences that are neker Elementary School
engineering, and math) teachers from different. These students are vital for the unexpected, unique and ultimately more • Cortney Watson, Leonardtown
schools in the three counties. The teach- continued success of our business be- memorable. They teach skills that are High School
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PUZZLE SOLUTIONS
myth.) 20. Type of graph (abbr.) 47. “Heat” director
5. One-time European money 21. Supporters 4. Physical body
LAST WEEK’S
8. Disfigure 22. North and South are two 5. Removes
6. One who perpetrates
48. Plant genus
51. Swiss river 10. Sometimes it’s on you
11. Polish city 25. Spread 52. Prejudice
wrongdoing
13. Move quickly on foot
14. Landlocked West African
30. Adjusted
31. Vietnamese offensive 7. Make one 53. Actor Idris
54. Freedom fighters (slang)
11. Contrary beliefs
country 32. Nazi architect 8. Kate and Rooney are two
15. Used in aromatherapy 33. Nigerian peoples 9. __ Ladd, “Shane” actor
10. Makes fun of
58. Criticize
12. Remain as is
16. The greatest of all time 38. When you hope to get
Multi-platinum selling singer, per- Series support the education and pres- 14. Spicy stew __ podrida
former, and songwriter Gavin De- ervation efforts of the Calvert Marine
15. Play time
Graw will perform live at the Calvert Museum. This event would not be pos-
Marine Museum’s PNC Waterside Pa- sible without the generous support of the 18. Italian monetary unit
vilion on Friday, August 2. DeGraw community and many local businesses. 20. Type of fuel
first broke through with the 2003 re- Sponsors include: Prince Frederick CLUES ACROSS 36. Comedian Rogen 24. Portable conical tent
lease of his debut album, Chariot, which Ford/Jeep/Dodge, PNC Bank, O’Brien 38. Afflict in mind or body
sold over 1 million copies, earned Realty, Bozick Distributors, Inc., Tide- 1. Type of fruit 26. Yazoo and Mississippi
5. Unit of time 39. Sour are two
platinum certification, and yielded water Dental, Sunshines Catering, Roy
three smash singles: I Don’t Want To Rogers, Equity Resources, Inc., Di- 9. Oil company 41. People native to N. 28. What people earn
Be, Follow Through, and the title- rectmail.com, Holiday Inn Solomons, 11. Benson’s “partner” Mexico 30. Insect repellent
track, Chariot. Later albums in 2008 TitleMax, LLC, City Wide Mechani- 43. No seats available
and 2011 gave fans hits such as In Love cal, 98.3 STAR FM, Quick Connec- 13. Fictional mob boss Tony 32. After first
With A Girl, Not Over You, and Best tions, Bay Weekly, Southern Maryland 15. Visual record 44. Ned __, composer 34. Plays the viola
I Ever Had. Since then, DeGraw has Newspapers, Isaac’s Restaurant, Papa 16. Small constellation 46. A fit of irritation 35. Not good
been consistently touring around the John’s Pizza, Comcast, Atlantic Broad- 48. Ability to move objects
17. Popular family TV series 37. Esteemed guest
world. Tickets to this show are $35-$69 band, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, mentally
(additional fees apply) and will be avail- Results Health & Fitness Club, and As- 19. Tough outer layer 38. Where rockers ply their
able at www.calvertmarinemuseum. bury-Solomons. If you are interested in 21. Cut 52. Luke’s mentor __-Wan trade
com, beginning May 14 for CMM mem- becoming a sponsor, please contact Van- 22. Vietnamese offensive 53. Herbal medicine 40. Office furniture
bers and May 17 for the general pub- essa Gill, CMM Director of Promotions, ingredient
lic. To become a member, individuals at 410-326-2042 ext. 18. Individualized 23. Horizontal mine passage 42. Ancient Greek oracles
25. Greek war god 54. Oscar-winning director 43. Quantitative fact
can visit the website or call Lisa How- packages are built, based on your needs.
ard, CMM Membership Coordinator, at 26. Have already done Bigelow 45. Missing soldiers
(410) 326-2042 ext. 16. Press Release from CMM 27. Six (Spanish) 56. Likes 47. Minute
Proceeds from the Waterside Music 57. In a sound way
29. Remarks for the 49. This (Spanish)
Inaugural Mulberry Music audience 58. Part of a staircase 50. Maintain possession of
31. Relaxing spots 59. Exemptions from play 51. Knife
Festival Scheduled
33. Prevent from seeing CLUES DOWN 55. What to say on New
34. Disguised Year’s Day (abbr.)
1. How will it play in __?
St. Mary’s College of Maryland pres- world, featuring the uplifting nature
ents the inaugural Mulberry Music Fes- of gospel music at the inaugural event SEE PAGE 35 FOR LAST WEEK’S PUZZLE SOLUTIONS
tival – Act 1, featuring chart-topping seems appropriate.”
gospel recording artist Jason Nelson and Nelson is one of the most recognized
a diverse lineup of local musicians, on voices in gospel music, a Grammy-
Friday, June 14, 2019, from 6-9 p.m. on nominated songwriter and a Stellar
the College’s Townhouse Green. The Award-winner. His newest album “The
event is free of charge and open to the Answer,” released on May 18, 2018, in-
public. cludes the hit single “Forever.”
“At St. Mary’s College, we value our Along with Nelson, there will be per-
liberal arts foundation – the diversity of formances by the St. Peter Claver Gos-
thought and expression, creativity, and pel Choir, Dominion Apostolic Choral,
respect for self and others. We teach stu- SouthPoint Church, John Tillery and
dents how to express themselves in or- Living Sacrifice, Posse 4 Christ, Minis-
der to add color and life to our world in terio Amor en Cristo (Ministry of Love
a way that only each unique individual in Christ), and St. Luke’s of Scotland
can. In this spirit of creativity, I initiated Choir.
the Mulberry Music Festival – Act 1 in Those in attendance are invited to
order to bring people together around bring lawn chairs and blankets to help
the universal language that is music,” enjoy the event. Food and craft vendors
said Tuajuanda C. Jordan, president of will be onsite, along with community
St. Mary’s College. “The long-term goal resource tables. The Townhouse Green
of the festival is to feature a broad spec- opens at 4 p.m. the day of the event.
trum of diverse genres of music each
year. Given all that is happening in the Press Release from SMCM.
Ne w s
30 PAX River The County Times Thursday, May 2, 2019
Patuxent River
Naval Air Station
Cmdr. Christopher W. Gavin (left) and Lt. Col. John M. Ennis (right) shake hands after Ennis took lead of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) 21 during a change of command ceremony April
11 at Patuxent River Naval Air Stat.
Air Test and Evaluation Squadron command where Cmdr. Christopher W. from this squadron.” led the platform to early execution of
(HX) 21 welcomed its new command- Gavin turned over leadership to Lt. Col. Ennis, a graduate of the U.S. Naval initial operational assessment and pro-
ing officer during a ceremony April 11 John M. Ennis. Test Pilot School (USNTPS) and MV- gram Milestone C. He also transitioned
at Patuxent River Naval Air Station. “I turned HX-21 over to Cmdr. Gavin 22B pilot, reported to HX-21 as chief CH-53K’s entire test team to Patuxent
Col. Richard E. Marigliano, the new- almost two years ago,” said Marigliano. test pilot July 2017 following a test ca- River Naval Air Station from Florida.
est commodore at Naval Test Wing “The Navy is better for your mission reer supporting CH-53K and V-22. His “As I close this chapter in my career,
Atlantic, presided over the change of execution and deliverance of capability operational assignments include Marine the pages would be empty without the
Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (HMM/ dedication of the men and women of this
VMM) 266, 3rdBattalion, 8thMarines squadron,” said Gavin. “Leading HX-21
(2ndDivision), Marine Operational Test was the greatest professional privilege
Attention High School and College Students... and Evaluation Squadron 22, and Ma-
rine Air Group 26.
of my life.”
Gavin moves on to Program Execu-
Looking for something to do this summer? “This command’s greatest assets are tive Office for Air Anti-Submarine, As-
The
not the aircraft we see here today,” said sault and Special Mission Programs.
County Times
Ennis. “They are the people. I am sin- HX-21 executes developmental test of
cerely grateful for the state of excellence Navy and Marine Corps rotary- and tilt-
Cmdr. Gavin leaves HX-21.” rotor aircraft including major defense
Gavin, also a USNTPS graduate and programs like V-22, UH-1Y, AH-1Z,
Interns!
MH-60 Seahawk pilot, assumed com- CH-53K and MH-60.
mand of HX-21 August 2017 following a NAWCAD supports the research, de-
team is looking for career supporting numerous H-60 flight velopment, engineering, test and evalu-
test projects and time as senior rotary ation of all Navy and Marine Corps air
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Send resume to aldailey@countytimes.net assignments include Helicopter Anti- ities in Patuxent River, Maryland; Lake-
and let’s discuss the possibilities. Submarine Squadrons 51 and 37. Dur- hurst, New Jersey; and Orlando, Florida,
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In Remembrance
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
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Frederick Westlake Garris Condolences to the family may be ing his daughter play lacrosse.
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. The family will receive friends on
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 10:00 AM
neral Home, P.A. – 11:00 AM in First Saints Community
Church Leonardtown Campus where
a Funeral Service will be held at 11:00
Michael Alan McCurdy AM with Pastor Alan Hemming and
Pastor John Wunderlich officiating. In-
terment will be private. Pallbearers will
be; Phillip McCurdy, Ray Jordan, Don
Dirkin and Chris McCurdy. Honorary
Pallbearer is Bruce Bender.
Arrangements provided by the Mat-
tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
Leonardtown, MD.
Services will be private. Cuckold Creek. Northrop Grumman, he balanced work, it out. He spent years with his wife
Condolences to the family may be He was born in Warrenton, VA-the family and pursued his secondary edu- Heather leading music in the Navigators
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. youngest of six siblings, to the late John cation, getting his Associates, and then at ECU and then at their church in NC-
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Joseph and Christine Lee MacQuilliam. his Bachelors Degree from East Caro- always bringing a little rock-and-roll
neral Home, P.A. Dennis spent his younger years with lina University, finishing shortly after to the worship music. Dennis was also
his best friend, Kevin, riding his bi- the birth of his daughter, Leah. Den- a master, self-taught cabinet maker. A
cycles down dirt roads, through creek nis returned to the world of the military visit to his home would quickly dem-
Dennis Patrick MacQuilliam beds and woods of what has grown up when moving to Maryland and worked onstrate his gift of turning wood into
to become the city of Manassas. He at- for 14 years for Northrop Grumman, beautiful, fine furniture. He was an avid
tended Stonewall Jackson High School which was a complete career change. handyman-there wasn’t a job he couldn’t
in Virginia, moved to Georgia with his He retired from Grumman in 2017 and handle around the house, whether it was
mother for his senior year and graduated started to work for a local company, JF building new rooms, plumbing, electri-
from Henderson High School in Cham- Taylor, Inc. He would tell you over and cal, laying flooring, installing windows
blee. After high school he spent 4 years over again that was his dream job-his or roofing a barn. He lived life to the
honorably serving the U.S. in the Navy last 2 years of work were the best in his fullest-he enjoyed Big Hair radio, bicy-
from 1981-1985 as a jet engine mechan- lifetime. In that short time he learned to cling, bad jokes, sailing, banana pud-
ic. He served aboard the supply ship, fly helicopters, cargo planes and fighter ding & chocolate cake, playing frisbee
USS Sacramento, for a WESTPAC tour; jets while working on and testing the golf, kayaking, Jeeps, camping, taking
and closed out his Navy years at Naval simulators. To see his face light up when naps, riding his Harley Davidson motor-
Air Station Meridian, MS. talking about the people he worked with cycles (and proudly wearing his Harley
Dennis started his post-navy career and the greatness of the company was t-shirt collection), mowing the lawn,
working for the telephone company, a testament to the impact they made on Chick-Fil-A sweet tea, cleaning, shop-
following in his parents’ footsteps. He his life in just a short time. ping, lounging in a hammock, Mexican
started out as a draftsman, then was In 1993, Dennis met his wife of 22 Coke & Mexican food, swimming, and
on the cutting edge of fiber optics, and years, Heather MacQuilliam, while she decorating for the holidays.
later digitizing the local telephone busi- was a student at East Carolina Univer- In addition to his beloved wife, Heath-
ness using CAD. If you’ve ever been to sity in Greenville, NC. They married er, Dennis is also survived by their chil-
Atlanta, the fiber optics bringing con- after she graduated, and began their dren: Eric, Bay and Leah; his siblings
Dennis Patrick MacQuilliam, 58, of nectivity to your business or home were family together in Greenville. They and their families: John & Jennifer
Hollywood, MD died on April 29, 2019, run under the city as part of a project have 3 wonderful children together: MacQuilliam (Stacey & Matthew: Zoe,
died from bladder cancer, surrounded Dennis oversaw. During his career with Eric Owen, Bay Liam and Leah Rose. Cameron & Noah); Karen Richardson
by his family in their home overlooking the Phone Company and eventually Dennis was the ultimate provider for his (Lauren); Mike & Debbie MacQuilliam
family-he helped coach the boys’ soccer (Jonathan & Leslie: Greyson & Emily;
teams when they were younger, watched Maggi & Sean); Kevin MacQuilliam
violin, guitar and piano recitals, went (Julie & Clayton; Micheal) and Col-
to swim meets, and supported Heather leen & Bill Shipp (Ehud & Cassie:Wyatt
as she homeschooled all three children. & Colton) and many aunts, uncles and
He often said that he was learning how cousins. He is preceded in death by his
to be a good father to his children-God parents, John Joseph and Christine Lee
gifted him with common sense, discern- MacQuilliam.
ment, and wisdom; and taught him to Family will receive friends on Mon-
show unconditional love, humility and day, May 6, 2019 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.,
forgiveness on a level he had not experi- with a Celebration of Life Service led
enced before. His children were his most by Pastor Todd Crofford at 3:00 p.m. at
frequent source of worry and his biggest Real Life Wesleyan Church, 27399 Old
source of pride. He was unfailing in his Village Road, Mechanicsville, MD. In-
love and devotion to his family. terment will be private.
Dennis loved planning the next big Memorial contributions may be made
trip. He had a keen sense of adventure to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625,
and taught his children how to vaca- Leonardtown, MD 20650 and Real Life
tion well. Many exciting family outdoor Wesleyan Church, 27399 Old Village
vacations-several spent with Heather’s Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.
extended family as well-were enjoyed Dennis’ bout with cancer was only
over the years. From RVing across the a momentary struggle compared to
country to 4-wheeling in Alaska, the the richness of his life. He would want
trips were action packed and always you to know that his faith in God was
memorable. Dennis brought humor his lifeline and drawing close to Jesus
into everything he did and rarely took was all that really ever mattered. He
anything too seriously. Everyone in the worked diligently, vacuumed the house
family can attest to his love of laugh- religiously, loved his family fiercely, and
out-loud YouTube videos. He was a trusted God wholeheartedly right up un-
musician at heart-music must have liter- til the moment he went to be with his
ally run through his veins. He had many Savior in peace.
guitars over the years, and the wall of Condolences may be made to the fam-
guitars he shared with his musically ily at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
gifted children speaks volumes. For ev- Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
ery situation, Dennis pulled a song lyric neral Home, P.A.
out of his head-most of which none of
us had ever heard and we’d laugh when
we realized he wasn’t making it up. He Stephen Ronald Szepesi II
could play any classic rock guitar riff Stephen Ronald Szepesi II, 58, of Me-
by ear-never did learn to read music- chanicsville, MD passed away on April
but that didn’t stop him from rockin’ 26, 2019 at University of Maryland
Thursday, May 2, 2019 The County Times Obituaries 33
NEGOTIATING TIPS
Everyone negotiates something everyday. From trying to get your
child to turn out the lights to getting a raise, all of us are always nego-
tiating. Do you have any plans in 2019 to ask for a raise, change jobs,
buy a car or make a major purchase? Those tasks require negotiation.
How do you negotiate to win? Here are six simple negotiating tips:
“Yes, I will smile, dern it” SPEAK UP. You can’t get a raise by keeping silent. If you think
your work deserves more money, it is up to you to make the case to
A few weeks back, I received a book in the mail from someone I didn’t your company. Whining is not an approach. Comparing yourself to
know. I had a friend over at the same time and we both wondered where others is not an approach.
it came from. It is called Smile Dern Ya Smile! A collection of humorous
stories and anecdotes by KD (Kay D. Marshall) Graham of Philipsburg, BE PREPARED. Be a detective. Make sure you have done your
Montana. An inscription on the title page simply says, “A gift for you” and homework. If you are buying a car, have you checked out what the
is signed by the author. I don’t know a KD Graham – this was a mystery, make and model of car you want is worth? Fortunately, today, there
and I love a good mystery. I thought well, maybe it was a gift from one of are apps for that and many other things. No matter what the negotia-
the readers of this column, or from one of my church friends. tion, you must completely understand the situation you are in. That
Then I did a little means understanding not only your own position, but the position of
reading of the book the person you are negotiating with.
and a little research.
It is a very funny LISTEN. How many times have you completely failed to get what
book. The author you want because you have ignored the needs of the other side? I have
has included a lot a client with a teenage son who tells me her son is always angry at
of stories that her her. Apparently, her son just wants to get her out of his life. However,
friends and family since she completely supports her son, this is difficult. Sup-
have given to her, pose, instead, she offers her son more independence (ie. using
and I am sure a lot the family car) if he performs some specific chores around the house.
of her own stories That sounds like a win-win negotiation for both of them. To get to
as well, but all with that point, my client had to know that the lack of independence was
humor. Its kind of the sore spot with her son. She learned that by listening.
like Reader’s Di-
gest - you can’t just BE WILLING TO WALK AWAY. No matter what the negotia-
stop after a few sto- tion, before you start, you must know what your “break-even” point
ries and then you is. In other words, what is the worst you will accept before you walk
suddenly realize a half hour or so has slipped by. In the preface KD re- away. Do you have a clear idea of what you will accept and what you
lates that she used these stories to brighten the days of her mother and will not accept? Is there something else that the seller might want to
her mother’s many caregivers over the years. What a wonderful way for make up for the fact you do not have more money? What if you wrote
those in pain to find some relief in laughter or a smile. She writes, “Get a letter to the seller telling them what good care you would take
ready to chuckle now and chuckle later, too!!! Or at least SMILE DERN of the house even though you cannot increase your bid. Making that
YA SMILE! Then pass it on.” So, I guess that is what I will do is pass it seller comfortable that you will take care of the house may make the
on. I think my son Ryan would like it. I know my brother Bobby in Utah difference in whether you are successful at buying it. If not, you must
would like it too. keep to your budget and walk away.
The research was fairly simple. I found posts from all over the country
when Googling the book title and author that said they had received this BE PATIENT. Sometimes, the only way to get what you want is
book in the mail, didn’t know who it was from, but were very grateful for simply to outlast the other party. Patience is a highly prized skill in
receiving it. KD apparently sends these out at random across the country, negotiation—if you do not have it, get it. I recall negotiating with
I guess I was just lucky to be chosen. some Japanese bankers years ago. At that time, the Japanese were
Finally, the mystery had gotten to me, so I looked up a few key search famous for agreeing with everything you said one day and refuting
words, with Google’s help of course, and found Leemarie’s Publishing in it the next. This had been going on for several weeks, with the late
Philipsburg, Montana and made the call before I could change my mind. night calls to Japan wearing on all the parties, including me. No mat-
I didn’t want to bother her but, dern it, curiosity won out. When K.D. ter. I waited them out. I knew eventually they would agree to what
answered, I found she had a kind, friendly voice just like I imagined she we wanted and they did. I learned what was important to them—they
would. The type of person that could instantly calm frantic friends or learned what was important to me and, with time, we got there.
make an ill relative feel at peace with any troubles.
I asked K.D. a few questions and found out that she has now sent out all DON’T TAKE IT PERSONALLY. Negotiation is not a fist fight.
of her Smile dern ya smile books, and that she did indeed pick people at It is not and never should be personal. Name calling, threats,
random via a list to share her humor with people just in the United States. being a bully, etc. all are childish responses not worthy of you. Suc-
She said that the book took her 20 years to write. I can understand that cessful negotiators show respect for their counterparts—especially
since I have a few (quite a few) various staged writing projects always if they want to do business with them again. Personality issues are
in the works myself. But she finished hers and chose to bring brightness side issues, having nothing to do with what you are trying to ne-
and laughter to those she loves and loved, and to recipients she didn’t gotiate. Forget them and move on to important points that you can
even personally know. Now that is a good heart and a good soul. Once in solve.
awhile I do the McDonald’s drive up line Pay IT Forward thing, but K.D.’s
book is a labor of love that can stay with people a lot longer. Some may There are just some of the tips you can use to become a better ne-
not even want to pass her book on/pay it forward and would rather keep gotiator. There are many “how to” books out there to assist you—all
it for those days when you are down. In fact, Ryan and Bobby may have of them offer good insights and you can never get enough helpful sug-
to wait awhile to read my copy, since I think I need a little more laughing gestions on how to make your negotiations more successful. Here’s to
and smiling right now dern it! your successful negotiations in 2019!
Join me on Wednesday May 15th at 11am for a discussion of this and
To each new day’s adventure, Shelby other matters, at my office at 8906 Bay Avenue in North Beach. Call
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com 301-855-2246 to reserve your spot. See you there.
or find me on Facebook.
Lyn Striegel
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St. Mary’s Department of Aging & Human Services Garvey Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 71658
Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 71050
Programs and Activities Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 73101
Visit www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information
Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services
tion of birds passing through the Naval of age or older. For more information, you step-by-step as you learn some of
Celebrating Centenarians Air Station to breeding territories fur- call Alice Allen, Senior Center Opera- today’s trendiest line dances; including
Department of Aging & Human ther north. At this time of the year, birds tions Manager, at 301-475-4200, ext. the Cupid Shuffle and the Wobble. Pay-
Services to Host First Annual are at their most colorful stage and are 71063. ment of $12 for 6 classes/$2 per class is
Centenarian Luncheon easiest to see. This outing will have very made directly to instructors the day of
Do you know someone living in St. little walking or physical exertion other Contribute Your Life class. To sign up for this 6 session class
than getting in and out of the van in advance, please visit the signup table
Mary’s County who will be 100 years of
multiple times. Bring binoculars as Experiences or call 301-475-4200, ext. 73103.
age or older this year? We want to honor
them! most birds are high in the trees and are LifeBio 101: An 8-week Life
The St. Mary’s County Department difficult to fully appreciate with the na- Story Writing Group Handmade Stepping
ked eye. The tour concludes with lunch
of Aging & Human Services is proud to
at the Rivers Edge restaurant on the
This class will be offered at the Gar-
vey Senior Activity Center on Mondays
Stones with Deb
host the first annual Centenarian Lun- Come join us at the Garvey Senior
cheon in St. Mary’s County at the James base. Tour departs from Loffler Senior & Fridays, beginning May 3 – May 31 Activity Center on Friday, May 3 at 10
A. Forrest Career and Technology Cen- Activity Center at 7:30 a.m. and returns (no class May 27), 1:30-2:30 p.m. This a.m. for Deb’s craft class as she shows
ter, located at 24005 Point Lookout about 1 p.m. Advance registration and interactive class is designed to provide a you how to create beautiful stepping
Road in Leonardtown, Md., on Wednes- payment of $22 is required. Register at structure to introduce the power of life stones for your summer garden or to
day, May 22, at 11 a.m. any of the senior activity centers in the stories and to kick start participants' ef- give as a Mother’s Day gift. Create your
Friends, family, and caregivers are county. For more information call Alice forts to capture memories, experiences, personal design! The cost per person for
welcome to accompany our honorees to Allen, Senior Center Operations Man- and values. Interesting exercises prime the class is $5. To register, call 301-475-
the first annual Centenarian Luncheon. ager, at 301-475-4200, ext. 71063. Tour the pump of memories and lead to op- 4200, ext.71050.
Due to space constraints, each honoree leaders are Bettie Broadhurst and Dean portunities to listen and learn from each
is limited to a maximum of three guests. Newman. other’s life journey. No prior writing
Indicate the number of participants experience is necessary. This program Video Series at Loffler:
when registering. Honorees must be 100 Enhance Fitness classes has been used across the county in vari- The Last Outlaws: Butch
years of age or older as of December 31, offered for FREE during the ous settings including libraries, senior Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
2019. centers, hospitals, cancer centers, se-
Space is limited and registration is
month of May nior living communities, and churches.
Come to the Loffler Senior Activity
Center on Wednesday, May 8, at 10 a.m.
In honor of Older Americans Month, Participants will need to bring a spiral
required. Please contact Sarah Miller, to see this film by American Experience.
join us at a senior activity center near bound notebook to class. There is no
Community Programs & Outreach Outlaw legends Butch Cassidy and the
you for a well-rounded fitness class that cost to attend; attendance for all class
Manager, at 301-475-4200, ext. 71073, Sundance Kid captivated Americans in
incorporates aerobic, strength, balance, sessions is highly encouraged. Space
or Sarah.Miller@stmarysmd.com to the 1890s with their exploits that includ-
and flexibility components all in a one- is limited to 12 people. To register, call
RSVP. ed robbing banks and trains in the West,
hour workout. Enhance Fitness is being 301-475-4200, ext. 71050. and then seemingly vanishing into thin
offered during the month of May at the
Additional LIFE Tour: Garvey, Loffler, and Northern Senior air. Register to see this video by calling
Pax River Bird Walk Activity Centers FREE of charge to all R&B Line Dancing at Northern 301-475-4200, ext. 71658, or stop by the
The Northern Senior Activity Center reception desk to sign up. Free. Seating
Join bird photographer Dean Newman participants. Whether you already regu-
will host R&B Line Dancing on Fridays is limited.
for a morning of avian fun on Friday, larly participate in Enhance Fitness, or
starting May 3 from 1-2 p.m. Marie
May 17, as we view the Spring migra- have been wanting to give it a try, here's
Bond and Catherine Bush will guide
your chance for free if you are 50 years
deners will answer questions and guide you through 16 from 5 – 5:30 p.m. See if your skills can get you
your gardening concerns. to the finish line first! Open for teens and tweens
ages 12 to 18.
Crafts and Conversations
Lexington Park Library will hold Crafts and Destress Yoga
Conversations on Saturday, May 18 from 2 – 4 p.m. Charlotte Hall Library will hold Destress Yoga
If you have a craft project you're working on and (for teens) on Thursday, May 16 from 5:30 – 7:30
would love some company, come to the library and p.m. This yoga class is designed for teens. Explore
join other crafters. ways to reduce stress, increase flexibility, build
St. Mary’s City strength and improve balance in a welcoming en-
The St. Mary’s County Library will hold a special
storytime at Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, Common Thread vironment. No experience necessary. Wear comfy
Lexington Park Library will hold Common clothes and bring a mat or towel. Ages 13-18. Reg-
May 11 from 10 – 11 a.m. There will be stories, ac- istration required.
tivities, songs, and more intended for children 1-5 Thread on Tuesday, May 14 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
with their adult caregivers. Storytime will be at the Whether you have been stitching for years, or you
State House Bluff, feel free to bring a blanket to sit just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all The Need to Know about GMOs
on. Siblings welcome; no registration required. things fabric and fiber. Open to knitters, crochet- Leonardtown Library will hold The Need to
ers, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any Know about GMOs on Friday, May 3 from 1:30 – 3
other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current p.m. Brooke Samuels of The Good Earth Natural
Master Gardener Series: project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap Food Company will present about GMOs (Geneti-
Here Comes the Sun patterns, ideas, and tips. Basic supplies available, cally Modified Organisms). She will explain what
Leonardtown Library will hold Here Comes the if needed. All skill levels welcome. No registration GMOs are and why some call them "frankenfoods."
Sun, a class of the Master Gardener Series on Tues- required. Brooke will talk about the science and policies be-
day, May 14 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. The warm season is hind genetically modified organisms and how they
beginning. It is time to focus on your vegetable and Teen Night: The Great Library Race play a role in our daily lives.
flower container gardening, work on your garden Lexington Park Library will hold a special Teen
beds, prune your perennials, and grow plants for Night: The Great Library Race on Thursday, May
our bees, butterflies, moths, and bats. Master Gar-
36 Calendars The County Times Thursday, May 2, 2019
Community Calendar To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email timescalendar@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
concert, “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” Expressing joy, sor- Seafood Dinner/Festival
row, worship, and love through glorious a cappella Immaculate Conception Church Parish Center, Elks Holdem Bounty Tournament
singing. All ages. Free. www.patuxentvoices.org 28297 Old Village Road, Mechanicsville St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge, 45779 Fire Depart-
12:00 PM ment Lane, Lexington Park
Reggie Rice Adults Magic of Laughter Crab Balls, Spiced Shrimp, Ham, Fried Chicken, 7:00 - 11:00 PM
5 Event South Center, 21030 Point Lookout Rd., Cal- sides and dessert (for eat-in only). $25 adults, Eat-in No Limit Holdem Poker Tournament. $25 Buy in =
laway 8:00 - 9:30 PM and Carry Out and Drive-Thru. $8 ages 6 to 12 (Dine- 6,000 chips. $5 add-on = 1,500 chips and raffle draw-
Adults Only! A night of comedy with your local in only). Ages 5 and under eat free (Dine-in only). ing. Food and beverage for purchase. Questions: James
Neighborhood Fool!! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Credit/Debit cards accepted. Fantastic meal and fes- Dean 240-577-0828. Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo.com
Magic and Comedy you won’t forget! tivities for the whole family. Proceeds benefit Immac-
ulate Conception Church. Info/tickets: 301-884-3123,
240-538-6728, or 301-448-5237. Tuesday, May 7
Sunday, May 5 Sea Squirts – Terrific Turtles
Firemen’s Parade
East Coast Drifters Car Show Calvert Marine Museum
Downtown Ridge
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge, 27636 Mechanicsville 10:15 - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM
Road 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Free drop-in program for ages 18 months to 3 years
Parade will travel along Route 5 from the Ridge
All Cars/Trucks/Motorcycles are welcome. Top and their caregivers. Also on May 9 and 15. Space lim-
Firehouse (13820 Point Lookout Road) south past the
60 and several other awards. First 100 receive dash ited. 410-326-2042. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com
Carnival Grounds. Following the parade on the Car-
plaques. $20. gate. Larry, 301-266-9705 or Chuck, 301-
nival Grounds are games, food, and activities. Fire-
751-5602 (rain date May 19) www.facebook.com/east-
coast.drifters
men’s competitions and wrestling demos by CRAB
Wrestling. Held by the Southern Maryland Volunteer Wednesday, May 8
Firemen’s Association. St. Mary’s County Business Showcase
Artisan Market
University System of Maryland, Bldg. 2, 44219 Air-
Summerseat Farm, 26655 Three Notch Rd,
port Rd., California
Mechanicsville
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday, May 6 1:30 - 6:00 PM
Sixty exhibitors showcase their products and ser-
Unique craft fair features all homemade, home- Bible Study
vices. Free and open to the public.
grown, handcrafted, vintage and baked goods. email: Leonardtown Library
cajean47@hotmail.com. 240-298-6072. 5:00 - 7:00 PM
www.summerseat.org or facebook All are invited. Read and comment on the Gospel of
John reviewing Chapters 2 & 3 and then reading Chap- Thursday, May 9
Craft Fair/ Flea Market/ Bazaar ter 4 & 5. Mike Thompson, 301 373 8545. Golf Tournament
Hobby Lobby Parking Lot, 45315 Alton Lane, Cali- Breton Bay Golf & Country Club, 21935 Society Hill
fornia 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM CABS Rd, Leonardtown
Held by Girl Scout Troop 6058 with lo- Garvey Senior Center, Leonardtown 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
cal artists and vendors. www.facebook.com/ 6:00 PM Scramble-style tournament to benefit St. John’s
events/323028981736058/ Companions and Buddies for Singles adult social School. $125 person. $500 foursome. Food and bever-
group of friends. Every Monday except Holidays. $15/ ages included. $30 cheat packages (mulligans, throw
year; no dues first four visits. 240-794-8033. CABSorg. and string). Sara McAloon: sara.mcaloon@yahoo.
WixSite.com/CABS com, 717-491-4044.
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