2016-01-28 St. Mary's County Times

Thursday, January 28, 2016
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St. Marys Says

Good Bye To Jonas
IN LOCAL
Hollywood Development
Hearing Rescheduled
IN CRIME
Murder Trial In Its

Second Day
IN COMMUNITY
Gone: 200 Pounds
and 18 Inches
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IN LOCAL
Weve seen it, we know its

coming. We need to plan for it.
- Planning Commission Chair Howard

Thompson on the potential for a car dealership
at a development project in Hollywood.
Moose Lodge Presents Valor Award
pg. 6
CONTENTS
Local News
Marriage Licenses
07
Letters 10
Cops & Courts
11
Expanded Business Directory
12
Obituaries 14
16th Annual Forrest Center Tech Expo
pg. 18
First Friday
16
Education 18
Feature 19
Community 20
Library Calendar
22
Education 23
St. Marys Says Goodbye to Jonas
pg. 19
Class of 2016 Experiences Public Safety
pg. 8
Community Calendar
24
Church Directory
25
Entertainment 26
Classifieds
28
Games 29
Contributing Writers
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St. Marys Votes Down

Study Of Shelter
Air Conditioning
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
The Commissioners of St. Marys have
joined with Calvert and Charles counties
in calling for new air conditioning to be
installed at the Tri-County Animal Shelter in Hughesville but refused to pay for
a study to see just how that system would
be installed.
The lone vote for the study, which would
cost a little over $12,000 split between all
three counties, was from Commissioner
Todd Morgan.
He said the 4-to-1 concensus against
paying the countys share for the study
seemed to be an abrogation of the memorandum of agreement between the three
counties to run the shelter in concert.
Id hate to say St. Marys County wont
abide by the memorandum of agreement
that weve had for years, Morgan said.
Commissioner John OConnor retorted
that St. Marys County had to pay for a
portion of funds for the operation of the
Southern Maryland Criminal Justice
Academy that Charles County did not pay.
Maybe this would be a good chance
for them to pay us back, OConnor said.
Its a horrible waste of money theres
no need for a study to say its hot in there
and we need air conditioning.
The air conditioning issue was identified as a top priority during a recent meeting of all three county governments in
Prince Frederick, though, as Commissioner Tom Jarboe pointed out, there was some
resistance from all three governments to
spending the money on the study.
Many expressed the need to install
more air conditioning before the summer
months came.
G. Edward Tucker, chief of animal control in Charles County, was questioned by
Commissioner Mike Hewitt about other
possibly more important priorities at the
shelter.
Hewitt said a volunteer veterinarian at
the shelter had told leaders that animals
could readily adapt to different temperature extremes and that having more full
time employees on hand the shelter might
be more important.
I think they [full time employees] are
right up there as a priority, Tucker told
Hewitt.
Hewitt reiterated his opposition to the
study, since he believed a local contractor
could provide an estimate an installation at
a much cheaper price.
The $12,000 price tag for the study
matches the actual square footage of the
facility. Essentially the study would cost
$1 per square foot to analyze, according to
Charles County estimates.
I cant support this, Hewitt said. Its
too much money.
guyleonard@countytimes.net
Calvert Cliffs Has

Another Reactor Shutdown
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Officials with the Nuclear Regulatory
Commission say that Winter Storm Jonas
wrath likely was the cause of another unplanned shutdown at the No. 1 reactor at
Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Sunday.
Power output at Calvert Cliffs Unit 1,
in Southern Maryland, was reduced to just
under 15 percent on Saturday evening after
an electrical cable associated with a main
tranformer was found to be disconnected,
wrote NRC spokesman Neil Sheehan on
a government sanctioned Internet post.
It was not immediately clear if the storm
was responsible for the cable coming loose.
The downpower was needed to facilitate
repairs.
Sheehan said in his post that Calvert
Cliffs was perhaps the only nuclear reactor
in the Northeastern region administered by
the NRC that was directly impacted by the
blizzard.
Sheehan said Tuesday afternoon that
Calvert Cliffs Unit 1 was back up to 30 percent power at which time plants usually
start to sync back to the grid.
The cable disconnecting from an electrical transformer was not the only problem at
Calvert Cliffs, though.
Plant workers there also found that there
was condenser tube leakage that could
cause corrosion from seawater from the

Chesapeake Bay being mixed in to the
plants steam system, Sheehan said.
Its essentially a very large heat exchange system, Sheehan said.
The storm did not appear to have any impact on the second incident at Calvert Cliffs
despite occurring in the same time frame,
he said.
This latest episode will likely not increase the NRCs oversight at the nuclear
plant, though, Sheehan said, since the average number of unplanned shutdowns per
7,000 hours of operation at either reactor
has not broken the three-incident threshold.
It does not appear there will be any
changes in our oversight, Sheehan said.
But were still investigating this incident.
The last time there was a dual shutdown
of reactors was April of last year when a
power transmission line leading into the
plant from the grid failed.
Lacey Dean, communications director
for the nuclear plant, said the storm was indeed the cause of the problem but the shutdown had been necessary in order to affect
repairs.
There was no risk to public health or
safety at any time, Dean stated in an email to The County Times Tuesday afternoon. All maintenance is now complete.
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Hollywood Commercial
Site Hearing Rescheduled
to March
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A public hearing concerning a controversial development just inside the Hollywood
Town Center has been rescheduled again,
said Planning Commission Chair Howard
Thompson, this time to March 14.
The hearing, originally continued from
Dec. 14, was set to regroup Jan. 25 but was
cancelled due to the blizzard.
Its the first meeting time open that we
have available, Thompson told The County Times, Wednesday.
The plan, called the Hollywood Commercial Center, would sit at the north bound
corner of the intersection of Route 235 and
Sotterley Road and would eventually include a CVS Pharmacy, a commercial site
that could be large gas station and another
retail element, according to planners.
The project, to be built out over three
phases, would be located on an old farm
plot and is expected to generate almost
13,000 vehicle trips a day.
The plan calls for entrances at Route
235, Route 245 and Old Three Notch Road
which runs roughly parallel to Route 235.
Thompson said the developers request to
have direct access onto Route 235 was still
an issue.
Im still very concerned about that,
Thompson said.
The entire cluster of close-knit intersections had become worrisome, he said, since
traffic safety was problematic there already
and car crashes frequent.
Another portion of the project, which
planning officials have intimated would
come only at the later phases of construction would be some kind of car dealership
adjacent to the property, but under different ownership.
Planning commission members have
expressed concerns that estimates of increased traffic may not have included
the trips generated by an automobile
dealership.
Weve seen it, we know its coming,
Thompson said. We need to plan for it.
Thompson said that the developers
would have an opportunity to present a
traffic study they had recently submitted to
the planning commission on Jan. 15 about
how their development would impact the
intersections there.
Its not going to be an easy case,
Thompson said.
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Most of County Supplied

Mulch Depleted
The St. Marys County Department of Public Works and Transportation says its current supply of
mulch, which it makes available to
the public at no charge, is nearly
depleted.
The department plans on making

more mulch available for citizens in
the spring.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and

Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland is hosting a Special Valentines
Makers Market, indoors on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you have not been to Annmarie
Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
recently, now is your chance to experience this delightful Arts Center
for free. Celebrate the first Makers
Market of the New Year inside the
Murray Arts Building during the
Valentines Makers Market. Valentines Makers Market kicks off the
season supporting local artists and
vendors by offering for sale, homemade, homegrown, and handmade
goods! Valentines Makers Market
will have a variety of wonderful
items for sale including jewelry,

drawings, paintings, fiber products,
and glasswork. Ample, accessible
and convenient parking is located in
the parking lot and adjacent parking
field. Handicap parking is available
through the main gate. Begin your
day in the comfort of the indoors,
shop for a friend or yourself, enjoy art, peruse the artLAB, take a
walk along the outdoor path, visit
the Gift Shop at Annmarie, register for an art class, and learn more
about Annmarie Garden, for free!
For additional information visit
www.annmariegarden.org or call
410-326-4640.
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Moose Lodge Presents

Valor Award
The Patuxent Moose Lodge presented two local firefighters, Brandon Wible and Tyler Insley from the
Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, the Loyal Order of Moose Valor
award. The valor award is given to any
local or state police officer, firefighter,
or paramedic that has gone above the
call of duty.
The Hollywood Fire Department
was requested to support two other
fire departments in a fully engulfed
house fire. MR Wible and MR Insley were inside the house conducting
search and rescue operations when
the oxygen supply indicated to be
low. While exiting the house, they
hear the distress call from two other
firefighters whom had gotten disoriented in the fire and had lost their way
out. Both MR Wible and MR Insley
searched until they found the two other firefighters and brought them out to
safety.
Every year local Moose Lodges go
out to the community and receive several nominations for acts of valor. The
nominations go through a selection
board and are processed to the state
level. The state then goes through an
additional review and will provide to
Moose International. The final overall
winner will be given a free vacation.
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Announcing
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Marriage Licenses for December 2015

December 1, 2015
December 8, 2015
Matthew Hunter Westerfield 25

Great Mills, Md
Elaine Frances Taylor 23
Great Mills, Md
Alexa Reanne Williamson 22

Lexington Park, Md
Jacob Luis Reyna 22
Fort Riley, Ks
Peter Douglas Detemple 53

Lexington Park, Md
Sandra Gail Harris 47
Lexington Park, Md
December 10, 2015
December 2, 2015
Deborah Rose Runyan 50
Mechanicsville, Md
Robert Steuart Williams Sr., 54
Mechanicsville, Md
Donald James Rowley 27
Mechanicsville, Md
Jennifer Thalman 19
Mechanicsville, Md
Thomas Barychewsky 39
Lexington Park, Md
Kathleen Ann Conroy 28
Lexington Park, Md
December 11, 2015

Yuan Lin 30
Leonardtown, Md
Ricky Wai Hang Leung 36
Leonardtown, Md
December 3, 2015
Brenda Marie Reigle 34

Bushwood, Md
Conrad Bengiman Morris 41
Bushwood, Md
Caceli Marie Bernacett 25

Jersey City, Nj
Kelvin Fernandez 23
Weehawken, Nj
Chelsey Marie Berrios 23

Hollywood, Md
Rusty William Sanford 25
Hollywood, Md
December 4, 2015
December 14, 2015
Timothy Joseph Feeney 64

Lexington Park, Md
Mary Eleanora Glenn 59
Lusby Md
Nicholas Eugene Wood 28

Colonial Beach, Va
Jill Marie Mostoller 26
Colonial Beach, Va
December 7, 2015
Hyun Yong Baek 40

California, Md
Hye Jung An 40
California, Md
Daryne Lartika Mason 23

Great Mills, Md
Pascal Drombet Koffi 38
Great Mills, Md
Teresa Ann Robey 31
Mechanicsville, Md
Kevin Eugene Wommack 38
Mechanicsville, Md
David Lynn Taylor II 29
Hughesville, Md
Jessica Lauren Goodman 29
Hughesville, Md
Katherine Patricia Gonzalez De

La O 18
Lexington Park, Md
Ricardo Barrera Tenas 28
Clinton, Md
December 15, 2015

Kristina Rae Dronenburg 23
Lexington Park, Md
Wesley William Rikard 26
Lexington Park, Md
Nichole Raelene Lohry 20

Great Mills, Md
Christopher Matthew Beasley 21
Great Mills, Md
December 16, 2015

Brandi Catherine Helms 28
Mechanicsville, Md
Gregory Allan Field 28
Mechanicsville, Md
December 17, 2015

Gregory Keith Miller 52
Manassas, Va
Lavinia Adrianne Noelani Lima 45
Manassas, Va
William Leroy Atkinson 25
White Plains, Md
Rosalind Elizabeth Cox 22
Prince Frederick, Md
December 18, 2015

Shannon Tiara Clothier 24
Clements, Md
Travis John Wilkinson 30
Albia, Ia
Jennifer Rose McGuire 27
St. Inigoes, Md
Christopher Lee Boswell 27
St. Inigoes, Md
Richard Steven Deakins 33
Indian Head, Md
Nichole Marie Buchanan 33
Indian Head, Md
Richard Matthew Prevatt 26
San Diego, Ca
Isabelle Raquel Disarufino 20
La Mirada, Ca
December 22, 2015

Rebecca Denise Hill 35
Hollywood, Md
Troy Allan Jones 51
Hollywood, Md
December 23, 2015

Moreen Elizabeth Gilroy 35
Waldorf, Md
Joshua Charles Young 31
Mechanicsville, Md
Curtis Richard Mckusick 26
Cedarville, Oh
Elizabeth Anne Funk 20
Leonardtown, Md
December 28, 2015

Hubert Kofi Afran Gumbs 22
Clarksburg, Md
Amy Mae Schofield 24
Mechanicsville, Md
Aaron Lyman Picklesimer 27
St. Leonard, Md
Sarah Jane Brewer 24
St. Leonard, Md
December 29, 2015

Kara Kristine Casey 32
Great Mills, Md
Cliffton Cornelius Pickeral 33
Great Mills, Md
December 31, 2015

Eli S. Kurtz 21
Mechanicsville, Md
Esther Rose Hertzler 20
Mechanicsville, Md
Sharon Rebecca Dalcanton 47
Mechanicsville, Md
James William Swann 48
Mechanicsville, Md
Danielle Elaine Ditto 21
Lexington Park, Md
Shannan Erin Foley 35
Lexington Park, Md
Suzanne Marie Fowler 30
Lexington Park, Md
Kese Eman Lyles 34
Lexington Park, Md
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Class of 2016 Experiences Public Safety

On Jan. 14, the Leadership Southern
Maryland (LSM) Class of 2016 participated in the third of nine educational
sessions Public Safety. The day began with an introduction and welcome
by facilitator Don Bouchard LSM 10
at College of Southern Marylands La
Plata campus, and then a tour of Maryland Fire and Rescue Institutes, Southern Maryland Regional Training Center, where participants learned how the
regions fire and rescue volunteers are
trained. Training at the facility that day
was the Naval District Washingtons
newly hired firefighters. The tour of the
training center was led by its coordinator Dan Stevens, and by Tom Mattingly,
Sr. and Gerald Gardiner LSM 15, both
long-time volunteers with the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department.
The class then toured the Southern
Maryland Criminal Justice Academy in
Nanjemoy, Maryland, where the regions
law enforcement officers are trained and
certified. Keith Hicks, director of the
academy, gave an in-depth tour that included an opportunity to try the crime
scene pursuit simulator. A lunch panel
discussion at the Port Tobacco Marina
Restaurant with Sheriff Mike Evans
(Calvert), Sheriff Troy Berry (Charles),
Sheriff Tim Cameron (St. Marys) and
Police Chief Carl Schinner (Town of La
Plata) gave the class insights into the
challenges each countys law enforcement faces and how collaboration on
issues has mitigated certain criminal activities across the region.
The class met at the La Plata campus
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an afternoon introduction to the Southern Maryland Information Center, where
law enforcement collects, evaluates and
disseminates information on known or
suspected criminal violators, groups or
organizations for analytical exploitation. This was followed by an overview
of the operations of the Maryland National Guard by Brig. Gen. Tim Gowen
LSM 15 (Commander, Maryland Army
National Guard).
The class wrapped up their day with
a networking event that evening hosted
at the LSM Alumni Association at the
Greene Turtle in La Plata, Maryland.
Class participants were able to meet
and interact with LSM alumni, more
than 240 strong, as well as Leadership
Maryland alumni living in the Southern
Maryland region.
Leadership Southern Maryland is a
nine-month tuition-based program and
is designed and dedicated to educate
and inspire a diverse group of current
and emerging leaders to create collaborations and partnerships to impact the
community needs of Calvert, Charles,
and St. Marys counties and incorporates a cross-section of the region to include diversity of geographic location,
profession, ethnicity and gender.
Leadership Southern Maryland is
a 501(c)(3) organization by the Internal Revenue Service (EIN#262989381). Contributions are deductible
as charitable contributions to the extent
permitted by law.
For more information, please contact
Leadership Southern Marylands Class

of 2016 observes the Naval District
Washington fighting a fire at the
Maryland Fire and Rescue Institutes
Southern Maryland Regional Training
Center, in La Plata on January 14, 2016.
the Helen Mattingly Wernecke, Executive Director Leadership Southern

Maryland, 240-725-5469 via email helen@leadershipsomd.org or visit www.
leadershipsomd.org.
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Proposes Nonpartisan Redistricting Apportionment

Commission, Constitutional Amendment
Governor Larry Hogan today introduced
legislation that will reform Marylands broken redistricting process and put the state on
a new path toward fair representation, election integrity, and transparency. Based on
recommendations from the governors bipartisan Redistricting Reform Commission,
the administration is proposing a nonpartisan
Apportionment Commission to replace the
existing, governor-led redistricting process.
An overwhelming majority of Marylanders favor an independent, nonpartisan panel
for redistricting over the existing biased process, said Governor Hogan. For too long,
fair elections and a healthy, strong, and competitive two-party system have been nearly
impossible in our state. This is about recognizing a problem and choosing to do the right
thing to solve it.
Marylands congressional districts have
been widely recognized as some of the most
gerrymandered districts in the country, and
Governor Hogan has remained outspoken in
his commitment to redistricting reform. Last
year, he established a bipartisanRedistricting Reform Commission, which diligently
studied the issue and the states that have adopted independent, nonpartisan redistricting
commissions, and therefore greatly reducing
the politics and partisanship that comes with

redistricting. The Commission also held five
public hearings across the state and received
input from hundredsof Marylanders on the
need for redistricting reform and ideas on
how to implement a more fair and transparent system.
Todays legislation is based on recommendations from that Commission and moves
Maryland one step closer towards real and
lasting reform. Governor Hogan is proposing a constitutional amendment that would
repeal existing provisions relating to the
redistricting process, and instead create the
General Assembly and Congressional Legislative Redistricting Apportionment Commission. Following the decennial census of
the United States, this nonpartisan commission would be tasked with dividing the state
into legislative and congressional districts, in
accordance with state and federal constitutional provisions. This independent process
would result in more election districts being
based on population, compactness, and natural boundaries, as opposed to politics and
partisanship.
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One More Intellectual Treat for Students,

Faculty and the Public
How Does Political Theory
Explain Economic Inequality?
Presenting the professionals' favorite properties on the market.
Professor Robert Douglass, a

the Good (editor and contributor);
Georgetown University political
and Catholicism and Liberalismtheorist, who is legendary for his
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abilities to explain complicated
Philosophy (editor and contributor).
philosophical matters in a simple
He has been one of the editors of The
and concise manner will give four
Responsive Community.
lectures at St. Marys College of
Professors Douglass lectures
Maryland.
are part of the 2-credit course
The first lecture will take place on (POSC385-03) Challenges to DemocWednesday, January 27 at 2:40 PM to 4:30 racy: Is Liberal Democracy Losing
PM at Glendening Annex at SMCM. Three Ground? that is offered in the Spring
other lectures will take place on Wednesdays of 2016. Other guest lecturers include
on February 3rd, 10th and 17th
Dr. Nasir M. Khilji, Senior Economist,
Professor Douglass will explore ideas of U.S. Department of the Treasury; and
major political and economic thinkers of the William Glidden, J.D., author of The
twentieth century, such as Friedrich Hayek, Supreme Court versus Congress. DisJohn Rawls, and Jrgen Habermas. He will rupting the Balance of Power, 1789
discuss the implications of inequality for the 2014. Latecomers are welcomed to sign
quality of American democracy, economy up.
and the system of justice.
Students enrolling in the course
Dont miss this chance to take advantage are offered an exciting opportunity to
of the free, open to public, lecture series that combine theory and practice in a way
gives you a fresh perspective to the much-de- of invited participation in the two-day
bated issue of inequality. Come to learn how forum, United not Divided: Economic
to communicate profoundly about important Inequality and Opportunity Gap that
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The Wilderness
On the night the church wasnt allowed
to shelter the man of God. On Friday Jan.
22 Apostle C. Aloysius Bowman was denied shelter at the Immaculate Heart of
Mary Church. The church was the host
sight of the WARM program. This program was created to house the homeless
community of St. Marys County during the winter months. As an expression
of love to our neighbors experiencing this
social condition bought on by the absence
of humanity in our world, this program
failed to accommodate a humble man that
chose to do Gods work at a time of need.
WARM (wrapping arms round many) has
been hallowed as what we can do as an ecumenical community for those of us in need
of shelter. Is this the best we can offer in
the mother county of Maryland? We are
the birth place of religious freedom in our
world. A place dedicated to Jesus in honor
of the salvation given to us by God. Name
after the Virgin Mary, the women chosen

by God to give birth to the Savior of mankind. This community was founded with
the hope of being the manifestation of the
saving of our world.
On this day, we were under a threat of a
blizzard that was due to hit later that day.
The WARM recipients were told Thursday night that the program had prepared
to keep us sheltered until Sunday, Jan. 24.
However, if anyone left, they would not be
allowed to return. So we would be confined to a facility for three days. Bowman,
a volunteer at Our Daily Bread food pantry in Great Mills and a civil servant, was
expected to serve those needing food in St.
Marys County. As well he was concerned
about caring for some other elderly living
alone in our community that would need
assistance at this time.
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As I walked south along Three Notch Rd.
traffic was heavy with people heading to
Pax River to work on a day that everyone
knew would be cut short due to the threat
of severe whether. The roadways had been
treated and people prepared for being incapacitated for a few days. I was picked up by
one of the volunteer monitors leaving the
church and carried to my storage facility
to prepare for what could potentially come.
Around 11:45 a.m. the roadways were gridlocked as those that tarried to work that
morning were let go early to return home
because of the blizzard forecast.
I spoke to one person that picked me
up, as I walked along great mills road, and
they told me that they all went to work to
get a whole days pay knowing they would
only work a couple of hours. I wondered
to myself, what they hoped to get done that
day at work in so little time. I believed we
know they only went in to get money for
doing nothing at a time when our country
is broken an operating under a financial
deficit. At a time when we are challenged
as a society with; how to care for those in
poverty when we have no money, to fight
wars on foreign land, combat the threat of
terrorism globally and domestically, while
facing the failings of the greatest country
in the world.
But this all was business as usual in our
world. Who really cares about what we are
facing as mankind evolves towards humanity? Who really cares for the destiny of our
world if we cant see the brokenness of our
community and the vexing of our souls? Is
this our dream or just our reality? Will we
awaken from this reality or just continue to
dream of a greater coming world?
So as I walk from Hollywood towards
the Immaculate Heart of Mary church, I
assisted a 26-year-old lady driving alone
trying to get home in Mechanicsville with
bad windshield wiper blades at the WaWa
on the corner of Rte 4 and Three Notch Rd.
She tried buying new blades but the WaWa
doesnt sell any. So I repaired the wipers
she had and they worked so well, she offered me a ride to the church. So I was elated and accepted her charity knowing that
journey was about over. So as I arrived at
the church I was met by a volunteer just arriving for the night. So she opened the door
for me and I walked in the house of God to
be met cheerfully by the other guests. Then
I was asked by the site coordinator to come
with her to the entrance of the church. She
began to share how she was shocked and
surprised of my arrival and that it put her
in an uncomfortable position. You see the
rules prevented her from allowing me to
stay, but her heart wanted to let me in. So
she could not make a decision in her soul.
So I asked her, Is it that difficult to love me
and show me compassion? So there was
other discussion at which time I asked is
they would call the Priest next door in the
rectory to make a decision. They said no. It
was not a decision for him as the Priest, but
one for the chairman of WARM, so they
called her, while home in her warm house,
and she decided that the space in the church
would not be offered to the man of God to
lay his head at this time in a blizzard. So
what the chairman of WARM, Maria Scott,
would do is call the Sheriff Department
instead. So I kick the snow from my feet
and walked away from the church boldly to
seek where God would have for me to go. I
was met along Three Notch Rd. by Deputy
Stafford and carried to my destination. I
thanked him and entered a place of love
that was opened to me at my time of need.
So Im left to wonder, Where is our
world heading? Will we persist in this
state of wilderness, or will we rise to Heaven? I know this one thing. The Kingdom
of Heaven is upon us here in this Beloved
Community of St. Marys County. Is there
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the shooting said she saw Rangel fire
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Victoria Cox testified Wednesday in
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Wilbur Howard
Bill Kirby, Jr., 75
Wilbur
Howard
Bill Kirby, Jr. (75)
died peacefully after a
long battle with prostate cancer on January
16, 2016 at Georgetown University Hospital with his family
by his side.
He was born January 13, 1941 at City Hospital in Baltimore to the late Wilbur H. Kirby, Sr. and
Catherine Hughes Kirby. He spent the
first 12 years of his life at 1229 Leeds
Terrace, Arbutus, MD. He would often
recite this address when asked about his
childhood. His memories of those years
are of a close knit neighborhood and playing baseball with the older neighbor boys
(they let him stand in the outfield).
Bill and his parents moved to St. Marys
County in 1953 when his father started
working for the Kirby Motor Company.
He attended Great Mills High School in
the 7th through 11th grades. He graduated
from the Charlotte Hall Military Academy
in 1959. He also attended St. Marys College briefly before heading to Florida to
attend a baseball training camp. He spent
some time pursuing a career in baseball
however he eventually had to get a real job.
He went to work for the First National
Bank until November 1963 when he enlisted in the Army. He was stationed at
Fort Bragg and trained in crypto repair.
He was deployed to the Dominican Republic as part of the U.S. response to an
uprising and was honorably discharged in
November 1966.
He began working at the Naval Air Test
Center as an Electronics Technician. His
position involved managing test flights on
the Atlantic Test Range. He retired from
the government after 30 years. He then

went to work for Wyle as a Logistician for
9 years.
Bill married his wife, Linda Abell, on
May 2nd 1970 and they have three children,
Ellen Young (Tony) of Leonardtown, Patricia Schmalgemeyer (Chuck) of Hollywood
and Bill, Jr. of California. He enjoyed his
family life and his role as a husband and
father. When grandchildren (Claire, Nathan, Joey and Ben) came around, he enjoyed being a grandfather.
His early years as the outfielder for
the older boys in Arbutus started a lifelong
love for the game of baseball and almost
any game with a ball in it. It began with
baseball and from there went to playing
soccer, basketball and football throughout his high school years. He pitched for
several local championship teams in high
school and as a young adult. After school
there was bowling, volleyball, involvement in his kids sports teams, fishing,
shooting pool for Toots and finally golf.
The friends he made throughout the years
in his sporting activities enriched his life,
especially the people he golfed with at
Breton Bay. They were his golf family. He
loved sports, not just for the competition,
but for the camaraderie. He like to win, but
he also liked to watch good competition
even when he was not the one competing.
He loved knowing the rules of the game as
much as the game itself. He always rooted
for the Baltimore teams, The Orioles, the
Baltimore Colts and the Ravens. In his
later years, Bill had to find less active hobbies so occasionally he, Linda and Bill Jr.
would take a trip to Dover to try their luck
at the slots. It was win some, lose some but
he always enjoyed it.
There are many things that Bill left his
wife, children and grandchildren that are
not material. His humor, sharp wit, guidance and love will be cherished by his
family for the rest of their lives.
Bills family would like to thank ev-
In Loving
Memory of
Dorothy Lena
Currie
Sept. 26, 1955 - Jan. 24, 2016
May the Lord be with her children,

grandchildren, family and friends
as they remember Dorothy.
eryone for all the prayers, thoughts and

good wishes received throughout his illness. They meant so much to him and to
the family. They would also like to thank
Dr. Chhabra and his medical staff for the
many years of compassionate care.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, January 21, 2016 from 5:00-8:00
p.m., with prayers recited at 7:00 p.m., at
Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated by
Reverend Eamon Dignan on Friday, January 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, 43950 St. Johns
Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. Interment
will follow in the church cemetery.
Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Claire E. Young, Nathan K.
Schmalgemeyer, Joseph A. Young and
Benjamin A. Schmalgemeyer.
Memorial contributions may be made
to Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad,
P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636, Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, P.O.
Box 7, Hollywood, MD 20636 and St. John
Francis Regis Catholic Church, 43950 St.
Johns Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636.
Condolences may be made to www.
brinsfieldfuneral.com.
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral
Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Jerry M. Kiger, 77
Jerry M. Kiger, 77,
of Waynesburg, died
January 19, 2016 in
Lexington Park, MD.
He was born June 7,
1938 in Holbrook, PA,
a son of the late Mercedes Morris Kiger
Wagley and Albert J.
Kiger,
Jerry served his country for three
years in the U.S. Army from October

1955 to October 1958. He began his military service with basic training at Fort
Jackson, SC. After basic training he was
sent to Ft. Bliss, TX where he graduated from the Antiaircraft Artillery and
Guided Missile and Radio Controlled
target maintenance Schools. From there
he went to the US Army Southeastern
Signal School for Morse code and radio/telecommunications training at Fort
Gordon, GA. After graduation he transferred to Fort Clayton, Panama Canal
Zone for duty at the Quarry Heights
Communications center. He worked in
the communications center relaying information from various South American
countries to the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Jerry was honorably discharged
from the Army at Fort Meade, MD on
October 13, 1958; from there he returned
home in Waynesburg, PA.
Jerry began a Civil Service career
as an Air Reserve Technician (ART)
with the Air Force reserve at the Great
Pittsburgh Airport as Military Affiliate
Radio Station _MARS) Operator and
Airborne Radio Operator Instructor for
the 758th Troop Carrier Squadron Flying
C-119C Aircraft from June 1958 to August 1962.
Then he transferred to the 2802nd
Initial Guidance and calibration Group
Communications Center, Newark Air
Force Station (AFS), Ohio performing
basic Communication Center duties.
In 1967, Jerry accepted a civil service
position at the Patuxent River Naval Air
Station in Lexington Park, MD as an
Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician. He supported NAVAIR on multiple fixed wing fighter aircraft and helicopter platforms. He wrote test plans,
performed compatibility testing on new
or modified components installed in aircraft, to ensure compatibility with existing aircraft systems. In January 1993,
he retired from Civil Service after 371/2
years of dedicated service.
Jerry was an avid golfer and loved to
spend time on the course with his brothers and friends. He also enjoyed playing
cards, which could often become intense. He was always ready for a game
with the family.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years,
Nancy Jane Kiger, whom he married
December 28, 1956; daughter, Sharon
E. Dement (David) of Summerville,
SC; three sons, Mark A. Kiger of Ridge,
MD; Jerry M. Kiger, Jr. (Jan) of Hollywood, MD and J. Scott Kiger of Lexington Park, MD; five grandsons: Brandon, Ryan, and Taylor Dement; Zachary
Kiger; Dustin Reid; and two great granddaughters: Peyton and Karley Dement;
sister, Annabelle Shuntich of Girard,
OH; three sister-in-laws, Wilda Kiger of
Waynesburg, PA, Susan Gilbert Kiger of
Waynesburg, PA and Jean Kiger of Mineral Ridge, OH; and several nieces and
nephews. In addition to his parents, he is
also preceded in death by his son, Brad
Lee Kiger, triplet brothers who died at
infancy, three brothers, Albert Roland
Kiger, Charles Duane Kiger and James
Edward Kiger, and his brother-in-law,
Peter Shuntich.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to
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8:00 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home,

P.A. 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. On Wednesday,
January 27, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. Funeral
Service will be celebrated by Minister
Adam Tune at the Brinsfield Funeral
Home, P.A. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St.
Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown,
MD 20650.
Condolences may be made to www.
brinsfieldfuneral.com.
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Dorothy Lena Currie, 60

Dorothy
Lena
Currie, 60, of Great
Mills, Md. formerly
from Valley Lee, Md.
passed away on Jan.
24 in Callaway, Md.
Born on Sept. 26, 1955
in Valley Lee, Md. she
was the daughter of
the late Nora Mary
Glenn and William Glenn. Dorothy was
the loving wife of the late James Currie, whom she married on June 15, 1979
in Leonardtown, Md. and who preceded
her in death on Jan. 1, 1998. Dorothy is
survived by her children: James Currie,
Jr. of Yelm, Washington, Natalie Souza
of Cransten, Rhode Island, Nicole Martinez of Lexington Park, Md., and six
grandchildren. Siblings: Helen Pegues
of Oxon Hill, Md., Jerry Glenn and Noel
Glenn both of Valley Lee, Md., William
Glenn of Baltimore, Md., and Isamae
Bowie of Crete, Ill.. She was preceded
in death by her siblings: Gladys Glenn,
William Glenn, Stanley Glenn and
James Glenn. She was a lifelong resident

of St. Marys County, Md., and graduated from Great Mills, Md. Dorothy
worked as a Nurses Aide.
The family will receive friends on
Friday, Janu. 29 from 10 to 11 a.m. in
St. George Catholic Church Valley Lee,
Md. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11a.m. with Father Paul Nguyen
officiating. Interment will follow in the
church cemetery. Pallbearers will be:
Marcus Dorsey, Daryl Brown, Daryll
Bowman, Josh Austin, Marion Porter,
and John Viland. Honorary Pallbearers
will be; Mike Russell and Casey Turner.
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16th Annual Forrest

Center Tech Expo
By Skylar Broome
Contributing Writer
High school and middle school students
alike flooded into the Dr. James A. Forrest
Career and Technology Center for its 16th
annual Forrest Center Tech Expo. Students
and their parents were both able to tour the
facility to view the different programs that
offered a more hands-on approach to education and trains students specifically for
their future careers. For students applying
to take a course next year, it was a requirement to visit the Forrest Center at least once
and what better time than to go on this
night? Classroom demonstrators (all students) were able to show off their craft and
what future students would learn if they
took that specific course. Teachers were
able to give short overviews of the various
two-year, one-year, or elective classes. It
was an excellent time to learn about all 23
programs, not just the ones that perhaps get
the most face time. The event took place
Three culinary students volunteer to help with running the table outside of their classroom because
applicants must visit the Tech Center at some point,
their visits must be documented.
on Thursday, Jan. 21 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

and was open to the public.
contributing@countytimes.net
Instructor Eric Millham discusses both the TV
Production course and the one-year Radio elective.
Photos by Skylar Broome
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Lab Gets National Attention
Mechanicsville Mother Catherine

Academy, the only independent Catholic school serving southern Maryland, is
proud to be part of The American Gardeners story, The Worldwide Dwarf Tomato Project, appearing in the January/
February edition of the magazine, which
is published by The American Horticultural Society.
The story mentions how students at the
academy grew two varieties of tomatoes
from Craig LeHoulliers Dwarf Tomato
Project (http://dwarftomatoproject.net or
http://craiglehoullier.com). The school
project, under the direction of middle
school science teacher Sarah Gascon and
volunteer Jerry Spence, is part of MCAs
innovative agriculture lab, which opens
more opportunities for teachers to develop handson student activities to enhance
and reinforce the curriculum.
Additional plans for the agriculture
lab are blossoming. Students from the
new MCA garden club will lead a multi
year tomato breeding project, which will
provide handson experience with science and math and hard work involved
in selectively breeding plants for specific
traits. Future plans also include bringing
technology into the program, teaching
students to use CAD software to plan
improvements to the garden, and spreadsheets and databases to collect and analyze data. Most importantly, in donating
some produce grown in the lab to area
food pantries, the school executes on its
core mission of teaching Christian values
such as charity.
There is a tremendous opportunity

to provide the children with a rich experience that shows them how to apply the
education they receive in the classroom,
said Spence, who serves as the schools
garden and agriculture liaison and is a
member of the board of trustees. Already MCAs agriculture lab has proven
its worth, and were only beginning to tap
its full potential. The implementation of
these projects, utilizing the agricultural
lab, will help roundout the exceptional
educational experience MCA students receive. Spence said he expects some of
the produce from the garden will be used
by other students at MCA who have joined
the newly formed cooking club, which is
cosponsored by Chef Loic of Cafe de Artistes in Leonardtown.
The national recognition coincides with
significant enrollment gains at the school
growing 5 percent since the start of this
school year that have solidified the young
schools foundation. The agriculture lab
is one among many unique programs that
ensure students at the school get the best
education possible. For more information
on MCAs unique programs that complement its excellent curriculum, or to schedule a tour of the school, interested families
can call the school office at 301-8843165
or visit http://mothercatherine.org. The
Academy has open enrollment yearround
and school tours are available by appointment. An open house is scheduled for Jan.
31 from 1 to 3 p.m.
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County Still Digging Out From Snowstorm
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
County officials say St. Marys County
recovered quickly from the historic snow
storm that blanketed the area with a little
over a foot of snow, but that hasnt stopped
citizens from getting concerned over the
county enforcing a new snow removal
ordinance.
County leaders were quick to reassure
residents that the requirement for property
owners to remove snow from county sidewalks that abutted their land would not
be enforced until 72 hours after the snow
stopped.
Wednesday marked the deadline.
At the Tuesday meeting of the Commissioners of St. Marys County, Commissioner Tom Jarboe said the ordinance
passed by the commissioners last year was
meant for able bodied people to do their
share when it came to removing snow.
But the county was not intent on pressing the fines allowed in the ordinance.
We dont have a ticket book, Jarboe
said, adding that property owners who
were elderly, disabled or otherwise unable
to clear the snow would not be punished.
He said the county government had
become inundated with e-mails over concerns from residents about the ordinance.
We will help you, Jarboe said Tuesday, even offering to personally help residents who had problems digging out.
George Erichsen, director of the Department of Public Works and Transportation, said the countys desire to pursue
violators of the ordinance was not strong
when he spoke to The County Times on
Monday.
Thats very low on our priority list for
enforcement, Erichsen said.
The county government was quick to
remind citizens of the ordinance, however,
just before the storm hit the afternoon of
Jan. 22.
By Sunday evening many of the county
roads were clear and by Monday morning
many businesses were reopened, though
county government remained closed.
Though the county governments administrative offices were closed that day,
the next day commissioners were quick to
point out how well the county had dug out
from the storm and that other jurisdictions
had not made nearly the progress of St.
Marys in recovering.
On Monday, Erichsen said that despite
the relatively low snowfall compared to the
rest of the region, windblown snowdrifts
had climbed to much greater heights.
There were reports of windrifts from

between three feet and six feet, Erichsen
said, mostly out in the countys more rural
areas like Bushwood.
Snow plowing crews were going almost non-stop during the storm, with just
brief pauses during the worst parts of the
blizzard.
Erichsen said there were about 15 county dump trucks out on the roads, but they
were teamed up with 104 pieces of contractor owned equipment.
Temperatures were such that the next
day after the snow stopped the salt laid
down by road crews were already starting
to do its job.
The salts working really well, Erichsen had said. Were getting a lot of melt.
Erichsen said the countys preparations
would have stood it in good stead even if
the snow had been much worse.
We wouldnt have done anything differently if we had gotten 20 inches of snow
instead of the 13.5 inches we got, Erichsen said. It just worked out in our favor.
Though the county weathered the storm
well, said Bob Kelly, director of the Department of Emergency Services and
Technology, there were still areas that
county emergency services could not
reach with ease even after the first two
days of good weather.
Kelly said there were still sidewalks
and drive ways that were not fully plowed
or shoveled, making it necessary to send
fire department apparatus out with rescue
squads to help them answer calls.
On Tuesday, Kelly predicted it would
still take time to make all roads and communities accessible to services.
We know its going to take a couple of
days before all that happens, Kelly said.
The storm offered at least one scare that
officials were happy to see not come to
fruition: sustained heavy winds that were
supposed to last for nearly 12 hours.
Friday night the National Weather Service said they were very concerned about
St. Marys County, and that we were facing 65 mile-per-hour winds from 2 a.m.
Saturday to 2 p.m., Kelly said.
County officials at the emergency operations center were elated to find that the
sustained winds never arrived, though the
sheer amount of snow that fell would likely burst the countys snow removal budget
this year, Kelly said.
Photos by Frank Marquart
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Gone: 200 Pounds and 18 Inches

By Crista Dockray
Staff Writer
At his heaviest John Kreuter, 30, weighed 516 pounds.

I have been big my whole life and my entire life I have
always wanted to lose weight. I have always wanted to be
skinny, he said.
Last March he decided to make a change, a big one, and
has not looked back.
Behind him are four shirt sizes, 18 inches from his waist,
and 200 pounds.
Kreuter said he decided to take the first step when he
realized how difficult remedial tasks were becoming. He
struggled with simple things like putting on shoes and
socks, getting out of the shower, and finding clothes his
size.
At one point, he decided enough was enough.
I guess something just clicked, these are things that you
shouldnt have trouble with, these are things that should
come easy, said Kreuter.
His first thought was that he didnt believe he could lose
weight on his own, so he made an appointment with a bariatric specialist to discuss the option of gastric bypass.
From that, he was referred to a dietician.
Just from talking to the dietician, I came to the realization that my diet was the reason that I was as big as I was,
said Kreuter.
At his consolation, the dietician asked him what a typical day of food looked liked. Kreuter told her what he had
eaten the night before.
I remember it very vividly, he said.
From Checkers he ordered 20 chicken wings, two chicken sandwiches, two large sweet teas, and chili cheese fries.
When I told the dietician, who deals with bariatric patients all the time that are typically excessive eaters, her
eyes opened wide, said Kreuter.
She told him that he could have significant weight loss
just from changing his diet and told him to start his change
with just two simple steps.
The first was to eat breakfast, which he never used to do.
The second was to stop drinking the almost gallon and a
half of sweet tea he consumed daily.
When I left there, I was motivated instantly. I think
thats part of my personality, when I am dedicated to something I do it to the fullest, said Kreuter.
He went home and wrote himself a diet plan.
With any person my size, you try diet after diet, and
you fall off. You might lose 20 pounds here, 10 pounds
there, but eventually you go back to your old habits, said
Kreuter.
He said he had, had success with the Atkins diet, so he
tried to stay on their meal plans as well as implement the
tips from the dietician.
Kreuter was told to eat five times a

day, so every three hours he had a small
meal. He began eating a lot of salads and
ruffage and completely cut off sweet tea,
which he had never been able to successfully do in the past.
I didnt add any exercise, said
Kreuter. At my size, normal activity
burned a ton of calories.
After a month, he lost 30 pounds.
It just started melting away, he said.
Kreuter had two parts to his weight
loss journey. From March to November, he worked on his own and lost 130
pounds. He contributes it the fact that he
stopped drinking sweet tea and carbonated beverages, stopped consuming sugar, stop consuming caffeine, and ate a lot
of salad and low fat, high protein foods.
You get those late night cravings,
its not like I didnt crave foodthe
John Kreuter, Before Weight Loss
first month was really, really hard, said John Kreuter, After Weight Loss
Photos Courtesy of John Kreuter
Kreuter.
The second step was his surgery. The
He is also happy to report that his sleep apnea is almost
bariatric surgeon suggested he do the gastric sleeve and
not the gastric bypass. This type of surgery, according to completely gone and since the surgery in November, he has
their conversation, was less risky and had less of a chance lost 70 pounds.
He now weighs 316 pounds.
for complications.
And Im still going, he said.
According to Kreuter, the gastric sleeve removes 80 perKreuter says his goal weight is 220 pounds, but he would
cent of your stomach and leaves a continuous sleeve that
be
happy at 250 pounds.
goes down into the intestines.
To get there, he said, Its all about a lifestyle change,
The surgery was scheduled for Nov. 3 and Kreuter made
sure he did the best he could with his own weight loss be- creating better habits and doing things better in your life.
Since the surgery, he has gotten a plethora of positive
fore his operation.
feedback.
He has received compliments from his co-workIts not a cure-all, its a step, said Kreuter about his
ers at Papa Johns where he has worked for 12 years and
surgery. Its a tool that you can use for weight loss.
He explained that the diet after the surgery is very simi- holds the position of Area Supervisor for seven stores in
lar to what he had been doing and he contributes his success Calvert and St. Marys. He has also surprised and motiand ease with the surgery to the fact that he came prepared. vated family and friends.
His life has been more positive as well. His knees dont
I made a lifestyle change, he said.
bother
him at all anymore and neither do his feet. Kreuter
Another contribution to his success was that, besides
said that he used to go through a pair of shoes a month and
sleep apnea, he was a clean bill of health.
After the surgery, to avoid blood clots in his legs, he was now he rarely has to purchase new ones.
He has gone from a 6X to a 2X in shirt sizes, he has
told to walk.
saved
money in food and clothing expenses, he dropped 18
Kreuter started with walking to the end of his driveway
and then walking back to the house. After, he walked to his inches in his waist, and he lost 200 pounds.
As he continues to lose weight, Kreuter has set his sights
neighbors mailbox and walked back. He kept going farther
on some new goals. He would like to complete a 5K and
and pushing himself as time went by.
Now a buddy and I walk our dogs around the neighbor- work up to a 10K, he would like to compete in gun compehood, Kreuter said. We walk a mile everyday, which is tition, he would like to go hunting, and he wants to build
muscle and be more active overall.
something I would have never done before.
If there is one thing that I would tell anybody, is that
He added that in the past it was hard for him to even walk
you
have to really decide that losing weight is what you
and talk at the same time.
want and you have to stick to it, said Kreuter. I would
say to someone, start small, build on that, and take
pride in the results that you get.
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Division of Tourism
Happenings in Tourism &
Hospitality: The Right Mix
By Carolyn Laray, Tourism Manager
Contributing Writer
St. Marys County boasts two new
tourism assets: the newly enhanced
Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
complex; and the countys latest state
park at Newtowne Neck. Both will
bring benefits to surrounding businesses, and have the potential to attract new markets and leverage future
growthall good things as we put
together the pieces of a tourism and
hospitality master plan for St. Marys
County.
Set to open this spring in Lexington
Park, the new Patuxent River Naval
Air Museum and Visitor Center, with
its impressive new exhibit hall, new
displays, and hands-on activities, is
designed to have broad visitor appeal.
The museums inspiring story of those
who work on the cutting edge of technology to safeguard our nation, fits
nicely with the increasing interest in
STEM education in our schools. This
should make the museum an appealing destination for families.
The museum also has potential to
attract motorcoach tours and military
reunion groups. Families, motorcoaches and reunion groups: these are
all market sectors that favor stays in
quality mid-market brand hotels. This
is good news for the many along Route
235. These hotels are heavily reliant
on Monday through Thursday baserelated business travel, but over-reliance on base travel can prove risky, as
became evident a few years ago when
federal travel cutbacks and furloughs
resulted in drops in room occupancy.
Groups especially, provide communities with good economic returns. A
motorcoach group staying two nights
is calculated to spend over $9,000 in
the locale visited. Military reunion
groups also spend big in communities.
In addition to money spent on lodging
and meals, each reunion-goer spends
an additional $100 per day in the reunion community. The Patuxent River
Naval Air Museum has identified a
target reunion market of more than
100 squadrons and military societies
with ties to Pax River.
Newtowne Neck, Marylands newest state park, strengthens Leonardtowns destination appeal. The town,
with its central location, its developing waterfront, and its emerging
identity as an arts community since
designation as a State Arts and En-
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tertainment District in 2013, make it

key to the Countys growth as a travel
destination. Now, with a grand state
park located just minutes from the
town and featuring nearly 800 acres
of Potomac shoreline, woodlands and
panoramic landscapes, the area offers even more to explore. The 2010
Maryland State Parks Economic Impact and Visitor Study states that 70
percent of spending and employment
benefits derived from state parks are
concentrated within a 20-minute
drive of each park and within its local,
gateway community. Combine paddling, hiking, cycling and birding at
Newtowne Neck, with shopping, dining and winery visits in Leonardtown,
and one has the makings for great
weekend getaways to entice a well-off
D.C. market.
Sports complexes?
Conference
centers? Resort hotels? Certainly to
be considered. All require careful
study in terms of zoning, workforce
availability, sustainability, cost and
community receptivity. But here are
two examples of leveraging new opportunities with existing assets. From
the Seventh to South County, these
sorts of considerations will also be
important to developing a great tourism and hospitality master plan that
fits St. Marys County.
Information about the St. Marys
County Tourism and Hospitality Master Plan is posted on the Countys
Web site. To find out more about the
process, sign-up for updates, or get
involved, visit www.stmarysmd.com/
ded/THMP.asp. To learn more about
all there is to see and do in St. Marys
County right now, visit the Travel &
Tourism Web site at www.visitstmarysmd.com.
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Seniors and The Police:

Triad/SALT Helps Local
Seniors Stay Safe,
Get Involved
By Andrew Wildermuth
Contributing Writer
Since 2012, the Department of Aging and

Human Services and the Sheriffs Office
have campaigned a local chapter of Triad/
SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together), a national program to promote open
communication between the police and local
seniors citizens.
According to St. Marys County Representative, Sarah Miller, the objectives of the
Triad/SALT campaign are to alleviate fear
of victimization, enhance delivery of law enforcement services, and improve quality of
life to our senior citizens.
In order to do this, St. Marys Triad/SALT
hosts monthly meetings held to establish a
healthy dialogue in our community, ensuring
a more peaceful and safer life for our local
seniors. The monthly meetings are advertised
on stmarysmd.com/aging. Previous meetings
have informed the local senior community on
topics that seniors have suggested, including
prescription drug safety, personal safety, and
identity theft protection. In 2015, a group of
seniors toured the 911 call center here in St.
Marys County.
The next meeting will be held at Loffler

Senior Activity Center in Lexington Park on
Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. Detective Paul Ciepiela, of
Baltimore City Police, will lead a presentation about senior security and ways to be
safe both at home and in the community,
said Miller. Detective Ciepiela is the current
President of Maryland Crime Prevention Association, Inc.
Triad/SALT gets local seniors involved in
more than just discussion: Local participants
also volunteer with the Department of Aging
and Human Services, helping at events such
as the annual Health Fair and the St. Marys
County Fair, said Miller. They partner with
the department in the annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day luncheon in May.
All local seniors can help by coming to the
meetings or even joining the senior council,
where one can help plan future meetings and
get involved in the community volunteer
programs.
St. Marys seniors are encouraged to contact Miller at sarah.miller@stmarysmd.
com or 301-373-4200, ext. *1073 with any
questions.
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Veterans Book Group

Lexington Park Library will host a Veterans Book Group on the first Friday of
each month starting February and going
through June from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This program is free and lunch and all
materials are provided. To register contact Cecelia Thomas at 301-863-8188,
press 3 or email cthomas@stmalib.org.
A reading and discussion series for
veterans led by Vietnam veteran, author,
and College of Southern Maryland professor, Wayne Karlin. Service members
of all eras are welcome.
Participants should plan to attend all
five sessions. The Veterans Book Group
program is offered by the Maryland Humanities Council in partnership with the
Maine Humanities Council and eleven
other state humanities councils across
the country. The program has received
major support from the National Endowment for the Humanities Standing
Together initiative, created to promote
understanding of the military experience
and to support returning veterans.
Handmade at your library

Lexington Park Library will hold a
craft program for beginner and experienced do-it-yourselfers on Saturday,
Feb. 6 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The library will
supply the instructions and materials,
and you bring the creativity. This month
we will be making Crayola candles. This
is an adults only program. Registration
required on www.stmalib.org or call
301-863-8188.
Genealogy Open Lab

Lexington Park Library will host a Genealogy Open Lab on Monday, Feb. 8
from 2 to 4 p.m. This is an open lab for
individuals doing genealogy research. A
librarian will be on hand to make users
aware of resources, including free access to Ancestry Library Edition, and to
help with questions in an informal setting. Registration is recommended at
www.stmalib.org or call the Lexington
Park branch at 301-863-8188.
New Year, New Job: Job Searching

class
Lexington Park Library will hold a New
Year, New Job: Job Searching class in
partnership with JobSource, St. Marys
One Stop Career Center on Tuesday,
Feb. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.
This workshop is designed to assist
with navigating through the Maryland
Workforce Exchange (MWE) system to

conduct Job Search. Participants will
learn how to job search utilizing additional career sites to enhance employability,
learn tips on how to complete an online
application and learn how to conduct a
successful job search. Professionals will
help review position descriptions and
utilizes ONET online resource center to
enhance your resume and application
content. Registration is required: www.
stmalib.org or call the Lexington Park
branch at 301-863-8188.
Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel 2013

Leonardtown Library will hold a Microsoft Office: Introduction to Excel
2013 class on Wednesday, Feb. 10 from
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This class is recommended for individuals who are new to
Microsoft Excel or have limited spreadsheet experience. Participants will learn
an introduction to spreadsheets and the
practical uses and versatility of Excel.
Students will learn time saving features
and tips for using Excel effectively. Prerequisites: Computer Basics 1 and 2, or
basic skills in using the mouse and keyboard. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration is
required on www.stmalib.org or call the
Leonardtown branch at 301-475-2846.
Minecraft Mania
Lexington Park Library will hold Minecraft Mania for ages 6 to 14 on Wednesday, Feb. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Share
strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials
and create amazing structures. Registration is required and opens two weeks
before the program. Register on www.
stmalib.org or call the Lexington Park
branch at 301-863-818week8.
Preschool STEM Explorers: Project

Wild
Leonardtown Library will hold a Preschool STEM Explorers: Project Wild
program on Friday, Feb. 12 from 10:30
to 11:30 a.m. Little scientists and their
grown-ups can walk on the wild side as
they experiment with natural materials
and learn about our local ecosystems.
Ages 3 to 6, please register on www.
stmalib.org or call the Leonardtown
branch at 301-475-2846. Registration
opens two weeks before each program.
Business
The County Times
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Its Showtime: Gelrud Boys Are Back In Town

By Andrew Wildermuth
Contributing Writer
17 years after its 1999 closing,

Showtime Deli, the home of the overstuffed sandwich, has finally reopened
in St. Marys County. This time, its
located on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park.
Paul and Jonathan Gelrud, son and
grandson of Lexington Park founding
father, Jack Gelrud, have teamed up to
bring back St. Marys Countys favorite sandwiches. It may have been a long
time since this local legend has been
open - but the word is, its still much
the same.
Oh, this is the bomb, Cheryl
Trossbach, of Ridge, exclaims as she
rubs her hands together in anticipation.
Incredible! I just cant wait. Cheryl
says she never considered Showtime
reopening, and simply couldnt believe
the news when she heard the good
word.
You cant consistently get a good
sandwich anymore. Its sad, says
Cheryl, serious. I think Showtime
Deli is good for the community, really.
I really do.
It seems the community agrees: on
just the second day of its new life, the
little deli is packed tight with hungry
and happy locals. Its a celebration.
Folks recognize each other at every
turn; the whole place is filled with a
chorus of how-do-you-dos, closing
cash registers, and the sizzle of sliced
steak on the grill. Old friends meet up
in this south county reunion - talking
of mutual friends, family, and rumors
of the impending blizzard.
Theres certainly a special buzz to
this place. Its quite obvious: there is a

unique spot for Showtime in the heart
of St Marys County.
But, of course, a great business and
great sandwich dont make themselves:
theres hard work that goes behind this
place to make it so special.
Orchestrating this place aint as
easy as catching an oyster, says former County Commissioner and St.
Marys County legend, Jack Russell,
looking like a kid on Christmas. The
guys and gals in the kitchen - all locals,
of course - are in perfect rhythm. Its as
if they never closed.
The co-owner, Paul Gelrud, shakes
hands with long-time customers, askThe Philadelphia Story.
ing about their families and wishing
them all well. Theres a common sentiment among Gelruds uber-pleased Jonathan, smiling. Ive been telling
patrons: We cant believe it. Its clear dad Ive been ready for a long time. I
that hes not just their sandwich man, finally convinced him.
Paul Gelrud is a friend.
Jonathan Gelrud certainly has a lot
You stay good, you hear me? Gel- to live up to, but from the looks of this
rud says warmly to a leaving customer. ecstatic crowd of customers, he has a
You know, were lucky, says Paul. bright future that will make his family
We get to see people we grew up proud. Its a new time - a new century,
with, went to school with. A customer in fact - but it doesnt seem the Gelruds
walks in and excitedly shouts a greet- stamp on St. Marys County will fade
ing to the co-owners. I coached this any time soon. From the looks of it, the
guy in Basketball, Paul says, laughing Gelruds story could just be beginning.
and hugging the incoming customer
In a time of unprecedented change
and friend.
and growth for St. Marys, the Gelruds
Pauls son, Jonathan, 31, says he is have gifted a much needed old-school
ready to take the reins and continue place to meet, greet, and eat. Its the
his familys rich history in St. Marys small things in life that matter, Cheryl
County. His grandfather started one of Trossbach said.
the first stores in this area after World
Cheryls right. But for St Marys
War II and played an influential role County, Showtime Deli is no small
in the creation of modern St. Marys thing.
County; his father continued the legacy and has started six local businesses; contributing@countytimes.net
and now hes ready. Its my turn, says
Paul and Jonathan Gelrud, son and grandson of Lexington Park

founding father, Jack Gelrud.
Photos by Andrew Wildermuth
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Month Long
Angel Wings and Things
St. Michaels Church (16560 Three
Notch Rd., Ridge)
Angel Wings and Things Thrift Store
will be open every Saturday from 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to
1 p.m., except holiday weekends. We
have a huge selection of winter clothes,
coats, shoes, and so much more. We
also have a great baby room, kids toy
room, and tons of wonderful winter
items. All items are in terrific shape,
and very reasonably priced. We look
forward to having you visit us! For any
questions, please contact Marti Lloyd at
St. Michaels School, at 301-872-5454.
Open Skate Nights
Leonard Hall Recreation Center (23145
Leonard Hall Dr., Leonardtown)- every
Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m.
Looking for an evening of roller skating fun? Well, strap on your skates and
bring your family and friends to Leonard
Hall Recreation Center in Leonardtown!
For all ages, $5 per person. Skates
available for rental at $2.50 per person
or bring your own. For more information, please call 301-475-4200 ext. 1800
or 1801.
Thursday, Jan. 21
Forrest Center Tech Expo
Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center (24005 Point Lookout
Rd., Leonardtown)- 5:30 to 8 p.m.
The purpose of the Forrest Center
Tech Expo is to familiarize students
and parents with Career and Technology Education (CTE) career options offered by the St. Marys County Public
Schools. For more details, contact the
Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center at 301-475-0242. In the
event of inclement weather, the alternate date for the Forrest Center Tech
Expo will be Thursday, Jan. 28 from
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Beach Sarong Craft
Northern Senior Activity Center (29655
Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall.)- 1:30
p.m.
Dress up your favorite summertime
apparel with this bohemian-styled
beach sarong with no sewing skills
required! Learn to use a seam ripper
to create fringe and use knots to create a decorative pattern. Sarongs can
be made long or short, your choice
as plenty of material is provided. Use
them at the beach or in early spring as
an earth-toned shawl that will go with
everything. The cost of the class is $8
and will include all materials, tools, and
instruction. For more information call
301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
Zumba Fitness
Hickory Hills Community Club (22630
Athlone Dr., Great Mills)- 6 p.m.
Zumba fitness is a Latin-inspired
workout! We use Latin and international rhythms to make you move. This
is a pay as you go fitness program. $5
drop in. Six classes/$25 punch cards.
All fitness levels are welcome, no dance
experience is needed! Punch cards and
daily passes are available at the Hickory
Hills office. For more information, call
301-481-0752.
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Bingo Night
Harry White Wilmer American Legion
Post 82 (6330 Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 7
to 10 p.m.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82
will hold smoke-free BINGO Thursdays.
Doors open at 6 p.m. Call 301-9348221. Public Welcome.
SMART Medicine
Loffler Senior Activity Center (21905
Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills)- 10 to
11 a.m.
SMART Medicine is a local campaign
designed to generate awareness for the
rising issue of opioid misuse and abuse
in addition to providing information
and resources regarding the safe management and disposal of prescription
medications. Please join the St. Marys
County Department of Aging and Human Services as we share our knowledge and resources to ensure that
prescription medication is used only to
help, not harm. To learn more, contact
MaryEllen Kraese at 301-475-4200 ext.
*1681.
Gutbuster Cheesesteaks
VFW 2632 (23282 Three Notch Rd, California)- 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Stop by and enjoy one of our delicious GUTBUSTER Philly-Style Cheese
Steaks. All Cheese Steaks served on a
hoagie roll with your choice of cheese
and grilled veggies, and served with
American Fries for only $8. Choose
from Chicken or Steak. Eat here or take
one to go. This event is open to the
public.
Friday, Jan. 22
Brendas Meatloaf Dinner
American Legion Stallings Williams
Post 206 (Post Building 3330, Chesapeake Beach Rd. E on Route 260)- 5:30
to 7 p.m.
Brenda will serve up her famous
meatloaf with sides, salad, rolls, and
beverage included in the $12 price tag.
Hosted for the benefit of the Southern
Maryland District Children and Youth
Program. For more information, call
301-855-6466.
Open Mic
Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach
Fowler Rd., Chaptico)- 7 to 10 p.m.
The Southern Maryland Traditional
Music and Dance HomeSpun CoffeeHouse will sponsor an Open Mic. This
is a great event with many varieties of
music and lots of friendship, so if you
havent been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start! The
doors open at 7 p.m. and the music
starts at 7:30. The admission fee for this
event is only $7, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be
provided (donations are suggested.)
For additional information, or to sign up
to perform, please contact John Garner
at garner@wildblue.net or call John at
301-904-4987.
Saturday, Jan. 23
Pottery in a Hurry
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 10
a.m. to 4 p.m.
For ages 16 and up. Member cost
To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email news@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
is $125, nonmember cost is $135. This

fast paced class is designed to introduce people to all aspects of making
pottery. Attendees will learn to use the
potters wheel and make four to six
pieces of pottery, then return the next
day to glaze them. No experience necessary! Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.org.
Two class series.
Seafood Feast
St. Pauls Parish (Baden) (13500 Baden
Westwood Rd., Brandywine)- 4 to 8
p.m.
Catered by Thompsons Seafood.
Steamed shrimp, fried oysters, baked
haddock, fried chicken, potato salad,
coleslaw, green beans, hushpuppies.
Pay $25 in advance for adults, $30 at
the door. Children 7 to 12 years old
are $10. Children 6 and under are free.
For reservations/information, call Wanda at 301-888-9217 or Mary Jane at
301-579-2230.
Fifth Annual Chili Bowl
Middleham and St. Peters Parish
(10210 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 5 p.m.
Baby, Its Cold Outside, but your
insides dont have to be. Bring your
famous chili to share and we will vote
for the one we like the most. Special
prizes will be awarded. You do not have
to bring chili, if you just want to savor
the creations from others. The planning
committee will provide bread, condiments (shredded cheese, sour cream,
chopped onions, etc.,) salad, beverages, and ice cream for dessert.
Sunday, Jan. 24
Pottery in a Hurry
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts
Center (13480 Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 5
p.m. to 8 p.m.
For ages 16 and up. Member cost
is $125, nonmember cost is $135. This
fast paced class is designed to introduce people to all aspects of making
pottery. Attendees will learn to use the
potters wheel and make four to six
pieces of pottery, then return the next
day to glaze them. No experience necessary! Registration required. To register, call 410-326-4640. For more information, visit www.annmariegarden.
org.
Pirates on the Chesapeake
North Beach Town Hall (8916 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach)- 2 to 3 p.m.
Don Shomette will present this fun
and historical presentation about Pirates on the Chesapeake: Being a
True History of Pirates, Picaroons, and
Raiders on the Chesapeake Bay 1610
to 1807. Come dressed in your best
pirate get-up. Prizes! Costumes not
required. For more information, call
410-535-0291
Hand Dance and Line Dance Party
House of Dance (24620 Three Notch
Rd., Hollywood)- 5 to 9 p.m.
The best of oldies, hand dancing,
line-dancing, bopping, free styling, and
much more! DJ is Mean Gene. Cost
is $10 per person at the door. Come
early (4 to 5 p.m.) for a Drop-In of Hand
Dance or Line Dance Class. $15 for the
class and party. There will be a cash
bar, light refreshments, and an evening

of fun! For more information visit www.
thehouseofdance.org or email admin@
thehouseofdance.org.
Monday, Jan. 25
Foundations of Zentangle
Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall)- 9 to
11 a.m.
Drawing Zentangles is a meditative art form that provides a beautiful,
creative outlet and is also a relaxing
practice to enjoy. This experience is for
everyone regardless of artistic experience or ability. The instructor is certified Zentangle teacher Jill Smithson.
The cost of the workshop is $5 and will
include all materials and instruction.
For more information, call 301-4754002, ext. *3101.
Tuesday, Jan. 26
Family Dinner
Post 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E on
Route 260- 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Bring the Kids! The Sons of the American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206
will host a Family Dinner consisting of
pizza ($8 + $1 for each extra toppings,)
French fries ($2,) and chicken fingers
with fries ($6.) Public Welcome. For information, call 301-855-6466.
Wednesday, Jan. 27
St. Marys County Chapter of the
Maryland Writers Association Reading Group
Leonardtown Library Meeting Room
(23250 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown)7 to 8 p.m.
Bring your poetry, fiction, and nonfiction to read. Pen in Hand submissions
will be discussed. Share your New
Years writing resolutions!
Uppity Women of the Bible
Middleham and St. Peters Parish
(10210 H G Trueman Rd., Lusby)- 7 to
8 p.m.
A three week study. The study will focus on the Book of Esther. Featured on
DVD, the Rev. Dr. Lisa Wolfe will assist
us in a lively and thoughtful exploration
of the Book of Esther, a story set in an
exotic Persian kingdom complete with
a dim-witted king, a defiant queen, an
egotistical lieutenant, and a loyal uncle.
The book is a fascinating study of power, corruption, violence, and courage.
Can the beautiful and courageous Esther avert disaster for her people? Each
Wednesday evening begins with an optional pot-luck supper at 6:15 p.m. All
are welcome, you do not need to be a
parishioner.
Indian Head Senior Center Book
Discussion
Indian Head Senior Center (10 Cornwallis Square, Indian Head)- 11 a.m. to
noon.
This is a monthly book discussion
group of seniors discussing a variety of
genres and interest. Our selection for
January will be A Painted House by
John Grisham.
Thursday, Jan. 28
Gutbuster Cheesesteaks
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with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
VFW 2632 (23282 Three Notch Rd.,

California)- 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Stop by and enjoy one of our delicious GUTBUSTER Philly-Style Cheese
Steaks. All Cheese Steaks served on a
hoagie roll with your choice of cheese
and grilled veggies, and served with
American Fries for only $8. Choose
from chicken or steak. Eat here or take
one to go. This event is open to the
public.
Bingo Night
Harry White Wilmer American Legion
Post 82 (6330 Crain Hwy., La Plata)- 7
to 10 p.m.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82
will hold smoke-free BINGO Thursdays. Doors open at 6 p.m. Call 301934-8221. Public Welcome.
Friday, Jan. 29
Polynesian Paradise Luau
Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall)- 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
A summer celebration in the winter! The celebration will include music
with DJ Mean Gene, Hula Hoop and
Tackiest Tourist contests, Polynesian dancing entertainment and lesson, door prizes, and a money lottery. Tropical paradise attire, including
Leis, flowered shirts, straw hats, and
shades, are encouraged. Tickets are
required. For more information, call
301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
Spaghetti Dinner
American Legion Stallings-Williams
Post 206 (3330 Chesapeake Beach
Rd. E on Route 260)- 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The Nam Knights of American Motorcycle Club will be hosting a spaghetti dinner with all the trimmings.
Cost is $12 per person and the public
is warmly invited. Questions may be
directed to Andy at 301-855-6466.
Dinner Theatre
Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90
Alexander Ln., Solomons)- 6 p.m.
Alumni Players present Play On.
Tickets are $40 and include beer,
wine, soft drinks, buffet dinner and
performance). Doors open at 5:45
p.m. Proceeds benefit the Arts Program at Our Lady Star of the Sea
School.
Pitch Tournament High-Low-Jack
-Game
Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department (22733 Lawrence Ave., Leonardtown)- 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a fun filled evening playing in our Pitch Tournament. Doors
open at 6:15 p.m. Must be on time as
all tables have to start at once! Cost:
$20 Registration Fee; bumps are an
additional $1 per partner at your table. Bid 4 and make it, you receive a
ticket for a chance to win the Buddha
Bump Money Fund. Lucky ticket winner takes 100 percent Bump Money.
Payouts for the top 5; plus we even
pay the biggest loser. Cash bar and
food available. For more information
please e-mail Jennifer.russell@smeco.coop. This event is sponsored by
The Auxiliary of the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department.
Community
Saturday, Jan. 30
Bluegrass Winter Festival
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge (27636
Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville)noon to 8 p.m.
Bluegrass music at its best, There will
be five local bands performing, this is a
family event children under age 15 free
with paying adult. Food will be available
for purchase.
Breton Bay Polar Bear Plunge
Breton Bay Community Beach (Society
Hill Rd., Leonardtown)- 1 p.m.
Free event. Bring a canned or dry
food or monetary donation to benefit
St. Marys Caring Soup Kitchen. Bring
a shareable snack or appetizer and
beverage of your choice to the PostPlunge Party immediately afterward at
the Avenmar Community Clubhouse,
located at end of Heron Way off of Bretmar Drive.
Guitar Fest
Kingston Room at Cocoas (21847 Three
Notch Rd., Lexington)- 2 p.m.
Join PJMA in celebrating the love of
guitar. The event is sponsored by the
Maryland State Arts Council and the St.
Marys County Arts Council. The event
included an afternoon work shop from 2
to 5 p.m. featuring the Back Porch Blues
Bands with Eleanor Ellis Guitar. In the
evening there will be a Guitar Concert
featuring the Back Porch Blues Bands
with Eleanor Ellis Guitar, Hamm-it-ups,
Joe Molina, Bob Schaller & Friends and
many more. For more information go to
the www.PJMA.info website.
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Calendar
Dinner Theatre
Our Lady Star of the Sea School (90 Alexander Ln., Solomons)- 6 p.m.
Alumni Players present Play On.
Tickets are $40 and include beer, wine,
soft drinks, buffet dinner and performance). Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Arts Program at Our
Lady Star of the Sea School.
50s 60s 70s Request Night
American Legion Stallings Williams Post
206 (Post Building 3330, Chesapeake
Beach Rd. E on Route 260)- 7:30 to
11:30 p.m.
Whats your favorite tune? With DJ
Stephen Varney. The cost of $10 includes
draft beer and sodas. Tickets available
at the door. Public warmly welcomed.
For information, call 301-855-6466.
St. Michaels Grocery Auction
St Michaels School (16560 Three Notch
Rd., Ridge)- 6 to 10 p.m.
All are welcome! The Grocery Auction
starts at 6pm. Great deals on groceries.
Bring a cooler for your frozen items. Refreshments will be for sale. All proceeds
benefit St Michaels School.
Sunday, Jan. 31
American Legion Turkey Shoot
Big Foot Trap Club (Just off Pin Cushion
Rd., Loveville)- 1 p.m.
Turkey Shoot for meats and cash. 12
gauge with .675 choke and 36 max
barrel. Bring your family and tailgate.
Plenty of parking. New faces always
welcome. For more information, call
301-274-3522.
CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY

METHODIST CHURCH
Hollywood United Methodist Church
24422 Mervell Dean Rd Hollywood, MD 20636
301-373-2500
Rev. Sheldon Reese, Pastor

Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m.
All of our services are traditional.
Child care is provided.
Sunday Evening Youth Group
Christian Preschool and Kindergarten available
CATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Cecilia Church
47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429

St. Marys City, MD 20686 301-862-4600
Vigil Mass:
4:30 pm Saturday
Sunday:
8:00 am
Weekday (M-F):
7:30 am
Confessions:
3-4 pm Saturday
www.stceciliaparish.com
St. GeorGe roman CatholiC ChurCh

St. George Church:
Saturday, 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
St. Francis Xavier Chapel:
Saturday, 7:00 p.m. (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
Weekday Mass Schedule: Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 1st Sat: 9:00 a.m.
Confessions: Saturdays: 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. or by appointment
19199 St. George Church Road Valley Lee, MD 20692

301-994-0607 www.saintgeorgeromancatholicchurch.org
BAPTIST CHURCH
NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH
CATHOLIC
Victory Baptist Church
Grace Chapel Ministry
301-884-8503
Teaching The Bible Without Compromise
29855 Eldorado Farm rd

CharlottE hall, md 20659
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Member of the Grace Fellowship Brethren Churches
Sunday Worship 8 A.M.

Sunday School 9:15 A.M.
Blended Worship 10:30 A.M.
Wednesday Bible Study 7 P.M.
Tuesday Youth Group 7 P.M.
American Heritage Girls
1st & 3rd Thursday 7 P.M.
Senior Pastor - Dr. Carl Snyder

Assoc. Pastor - David Roberts
Youth Pastor - Luke Roberts
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39245 Chaptico Rd., Mechanicsville, Md.
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PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
Jesus saves
A member of the Southern Baptist Convention

8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637
301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627
Senior Pastor Dr. J. Derek Yelton
Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins
Sunday School (all ages)

Sunday Morning Worship
Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study
Wednesday Discipleship Classes
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9:15 am
10:30 am
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
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301-866-5772
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Church Schedule
Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.

Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m.
Friday Men Perfecting Men 7 p.m
Greetings from the Bible Temple Church

family in Mechanicsville Maryland.
Here at Bible Temple, we believe that in
this life it is important to have strong and
healthy relationships
1.A relationship with Christ
2. A personal relationship with
family and friends
Through these relationships, we develop
the characteristics of love, understanding
and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ.
Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit
in the bond of peace (Ephesians 4:3).
We invite you to experience the change

the transformation with us. Just bring
your heart and God will supply the rest.
Come grow with us in a place,
Where the Word Reaches the Heart!
Everyone is Welcome!
Leadership: Pastor Joseph and
First Lady Marilyn Young
Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AM
Sunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM
Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM
Address: 29050 New Market Village Road,
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
Website: www.bibletemplechurch.org
Phone number: 301-374-9110
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Entertainment
The County Times
Born To Entertain
Broadway Cabaret
Presented At Indian
Head Black Box Theatre
Join us at the Indian Head Center
for the Arts Black Box Theatre for a
Broadway style Cabaret on Saturday,
Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. Born to Entertain
stars Broadway hopefuls Amelia Arrigo and Kristin Kauffman, who will
wow you with their brassy voices and
hilarious patter. Meanwhile youll sit
comfortably in the newly renovated
Black Box Theatre, located at 4185 Indian Head Hwy., Indian Head.
Kristin Kauffman of Great Mills,
MD and Amelia Arrigo of Newtown,
Pa. have been singing together for
over 13 years. Theyve played sisters
multiple times, theyve directed each
other, and theyve sung duets together
since their teenage years. Suffice it to
say that these divas will dazzle, and not
just because of the diamonds they wear.
As the folks in New York say, theres no
business like show business, and these
girls mean business!
In Born to Entertain youll enjoy
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presents
erables, peppered with more modern

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out to see this flash-bam-Broadway
reunion at the Indian Head Black Box
Theatre and you wont be sorry.
The Indian Head Center for the Arts
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and provides a variety of opportunities
for local residents and businesses.If
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Kristin Kauffman & Amelia Arrigo in
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Still Standing
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Last Remains
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Comedy and Variety Show
The Lime Lounge (22608
Three Notch Rd., Lexington
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80s Night with Wildgood
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Sunday, Jan. 31
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Monday, Feb. 1
Pizza and Pint Night
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The Indian Head Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit theatre organization dedicated to the
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the Black Box. Contact Kerry Doss at info.ihca@gmail.com to donate.
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California)
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California)- 7:30 p.m.
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46. Doctrine
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51. Large long-armed ape
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12. Most populous Native Am.
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30. The Muse of lyric and love
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32. Alias
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St. Marys Department of Aging

Programs and Activities
Pickleball Clinic
Pickleball is a game played with
a perforated plastic ball and wood
or composite paddles on a court
similar to badminton. This scheduled clinic at the Leonard Hall Recreation Center on Wednesday, Feb.
3, from 8 to 10 a.m., is facilitated
by two experienced Pickleball players who will teach the rules of the
game and offer pointers. Paddles
and balls are provided. This class
is designed for those new to Pickleball. Cost: $4. To learn more, or
to register, call 301-475-4200, ext.
*1050.
History Video at Loffler
Red Tails: The Real Story of the
Tuskegee Airmen, a 55-minute video about these WWII heroes will be
shown at the Loffler Senior Activity
Center on Wednesday, Feb. 3 a t
10 a.m. There is no cost to watch
this video but reservations are re-
quired as there is limited seating.

To register, call 301-737-5670, ext.
1658 or stop by the reception desk.
Diabetes Discussion at Northern
MedStar St. Marys Hospital
Health Connections will present
Diabetes Prevention and Complications at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at
12:30 p.m. To sign up, please call
301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
Movie Mondays
During the month of February,
the Northern Senior Activity Center will feature movies celebrating
the lives of African Americans and
their journeys for equality. The first
movie of the series will be Selma,
to be shown on Monday, Feb. 2 at
9 a.m. This film is about the life Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. and his efforts to bring about the signing of
the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Ad-
vanced signup is required to due

limited seating. Call 301-475-4002,
ext. *3101 to sign up or get more
information.
Balancing Act Returns to Loffler
Strength training instructor Dave
Scheible will offer his Balancing Act
class- a 4-part series of classes on
Tuesdays at 9 a.m. beginning Tuesday, Feb. 2 and continuing through
Feb. 23 at the Loffler Senior Activity
Center. Cost for the classes is $20
for all 4 sessions and is payable to
Dave on the first day of class. To
sign up for the free demonstration
and/or the classes call 301-7375670, ext. 1658.
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14-17
Enjoy an exciting 4 day tour of
the Big Apple this summer! Luxury
motor coach departs Garvey Senior Activity Center at 7:30 a.m.
on Thursday, July 14. All-inclusive

price of $1,565 per person for double occupancy includes 3 nights at
the Holiday Inn North Bergen (or
similar hotel) in New Jersey, three
dinners, three hotel breakfasts,
tours of the Statue of Liberty Tour
and Ellis Island, a Broadway show
(as yet unnamed), guided East Village Walking Food Tour, guided
bus tour of the city, snacks on bus
both ways, and 2 bottles of water
each day per person. Additionally,
all taxes, tips, and gratuities are included. This trip includes activities
requiring a strong degree of mobility as several of the tours are walking
activities. For reservations or more
information call Shellie Graziano at
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Mosbys Rangers, Pt. I
By Linda Reno
Contributing Writer
Mosbys Rangers was the informal name

for the 43rd Battalion of the 1st Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War. The approximately 1,900 men served under John Singleton
Mosby (1833-1916) aka The Gray Ghost.
They were partisan rangers who operated
under special rules, e.g., they shared in the
spoils of war, had no camp duties and lived
scattered among the civilian population.
They became known for their lightning
quick raids and their ability to elude Union
Army pursuers and disappearing, blending
in with local farmers and townsmen.
In March 1863 Mosby and 29 of his men
silently raided the Fairfax County Courthouse. Mosby found Brig. General Edwin
Stoughton (Union) asleep and woke him

up by spanking him on his bare back. The
sleep-befuddled Stoughton demanded to
know why he had been awakened this way.
Mosby asked if hed ever heard of Mosby
and Stoughton said yes, have you caught
him? Mosby replied I am Mosbywe
have possession of the Court House--be
quick and dress. This raid netted, in addition to the General, two captains, 30 enlisted
men, and 58 horses. Not one shot was fired.
Although enemies during the war, Mosby
and future president Ulysses S. Grant became friends with Mosby serving as Grants
campaign manager in Virginia. This didnt
set well with the Virginians. Mosby said
there was more vindictiveness shown to
me by the Virginia people for my voting for
Grant than the North showed to me for fight-
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ing four years against him.

So far I have identified eight men from St.
Marys County who were Mosbys Rangers.
They were:
Lt. David Stone Briscoe, 1841-1914
David Stone Briscoe, for many years
one of the leading lawyers in this city, died
of heart disease yesterday of heart disease
at his home, 12 W. North avenue, following
an illness of about 2 weeks. He was 73 years
old.
Mr. Briscoe was the son of Dr. Walter
Hanson Briscoe and Emmeline Dallam Briscoe of St. Marys Co., and was one of a family of 13 children reared on the old family estate, Sotterley, on the Patuxent River, which
was recently purchased by Herbert Livingstone Satterlee , the son-in-law of the late
J. Pierpont Morgan as a country estate. At
the outbreak of the Civil War, Mr. Briscoe

enlisted in the cause of the Confederacy, and
after serving in both the army and navy of
the South, he became a member of Mosbys
Rangers, with whom he remained until the
close of the war. He entered into the practice
of law, first in St. Marys Co. and later in Baltimore where he became known as an expert
in equity and real estate (Baltimore Sun,
June 18, 1914).
David Stone Briscoe was married three
times. His first wife was Ellen Forbes Key
(1839-1870), daughter of Henry Greenfield
Sothoron Key and Maria Harris, and widow
of John Ferguson Bruce. The second wife
was Ellen Straith, a native of Virginia, who
died in 1879. The last wife was May Penniman who survived David, dying in 1920.
To be continued.
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Wanderings
of an Aimless Mind
To Our
Tidbit
By Shelby Opperman
Contributing Writer
This has been a week, so far, of lots of tears, but lots of
laughter and memories. Our sweet, doggie Tidbit passed
away on Tuesday in the early afternoon at Three Notch Vet
with both my husband and I, Dr. Veitch, and a caring assistant present. You all know how much Tidbit was loved
in our house just like all of you who are pet lovers. They
are truly part of the family. As Tidbit got closer to the end,
my husband and I had many tearful discussions on how
to handle the end. We both agreed, of course to not let her
suffer long and needlessly. Neither one of us had ever been
present during the final moments in the Veterinarians office. Most of my dogs had passed away at home quickly. It
is so hard to be the person that sets the time of a beloved
animals death. I wasnt sure I could be present, but now I
am so glad I was there. It was a very gradual process and I
felt like it took her away so gently. Dr. Veitch was calming
to us as we held our Tidbit until her final breath. So much
better than the awful seizures.
Tidbit had a few nice outings on Tuesday morning before we left. It was hard for her, but she was determined
to get to the end of the driveway and to walk up the road
a little ways. Tidbit could barely get in the car by the time
we were leaving, so Robert picked her up and put her in
the back seat on all her blankets. But this did not stop her
from jumping from the back seat into my seat up front.
Normally that would be her seat when she and I were running errands. And we stopped by the dump on our way and
opened the window so she could sniff around. Dump trips
and going to our friends John andKarens farm, and getting treats fromShelleyand family across the street were
her happiest times.
Tidbit lived a happy life as you all know from reading
about her adventures, and seeing her pictures. We are so
blessed and happy to have had her in our lives. Thank you
for all the e-mails about her over the years. You made her
very happy too.
This wont be a long column today, as I am leaving for
colon surgery at St. Marys Hospital in about ten minutes
looking forward to 4 hours of sleep during the surgery. By
tomorrow (Thursday) I will be hitting that morphine button and hopefully resting fairly comfortably. I will catch
up with everyone next week on things and get on with a
different sort of routine to my days in recovering and without our Tidbit.
To each new days adventure, Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby
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Giving Cupid a
Run for His Money
By Laura Joyce
Contributing Writer
Each year, the expectations seem to get worse: if youre
single and over the age of about twelve, when Valentines
Day arrives, it brings with it a whole host of unreasonable
expectations. Theres pressure to go somewhere, pressure
to do something, pressure to be someones sweetheart, if
only for that one day. If youre not wearing something frilly,
something pink or red (men are exempt from this particular
requirement, youll be relieved to know) and if you cant be
found dancing the evening away in the arms of a beloved
other, you may end up feeling defensive, wondering if
people are questioning why flowers and chocolates havent
arrived at your doorstep yet.
Heres the truth: most people arent giving your love life
that much thought; theyre too busy trying to avoid the pressure that Valentines Day brings to their own lives. While
single people get the Are you dating anyone? questions,
its not as if married people are any more able to dodge the
Valentines bullet; the expectations just take a different
shape. Husbands worry about whether the card they buy,
written by someone putting in a romantic eight hours a day
in a cubicle farm somewhere, channels love well enough.
Wives wait to see if this will be the year that reality trumps
romance, the year that they finally get a vacuum or a toaster
to celebrate the deep intimacy and endless sparks of love (I
once had a toaster that did indeed represent the sparks of
love: it almost set my kitchen on fire).
A few years ago, the Center for Family Advocacy started
a new tradition in honor of Cupid, that chubby little cherub
who goes around accosting people with a bow and arrow (Im sure he means well, although I wish hed wear
more than a diaper, and I also wish hed de-emphasize
the expensive cards, the heart-shaped boxes of chocolate,
and the soon-to-be-forgotten tokens of affectionexcept
diamonds; who wouldnt like the occasional diamond?).
As you may recall, the Center provides legal representation and advocacy, all at no cost, to victims of domestic
violence, stalking and other intimate-partner crimes. Our
tradition, now in its third year, celebrates the supportive na-
ture of love, the healing power of love, the way that people
who have love in their lives and love in their heartssingles, couples, friends and colleaguescan gather to enjoy
each others company and end up helping people who have
unfortunately had a different, far less loving experience.
With the support and bottomless help of Fitzies Marina
Restaurant and Bar, the Center is hosting its third annual
Get Your Heart On event on Saturday, February 6th from
7:30 p.m. until midnight. Beloved local band Wiskers will
be there with great music for dancing. Friendsold and
newwill be there with great company for just hanging
out. There will be plenty of food and drink, and a fun,
friendly, low-pressure atmosphere. The ladies from the
Southern Maryland Roller Derby are teaming up with us
this year, as well, and will be providing yummy appetizers and their dedication to a great cause to add to the fun!
Were guaranteeing a great time: after all, gathering with
friends while raising money for a good cause is a combination you cant top! Tickets are only $20 per person in advance through February 4th and can be purchased online
at www.smcfa.net. (Tickets are $25 at the door) You can
also advance-purchase tickets by calling 301-373-4141 now
through February 4.
Attend as a single, a couple or with a group. As a special bonus, I personally promise that you dont have to wear
frills (pink or red), that we wont ask you who youre dating, and that no one will be wondering whether you got a
vacuum instead of roses this year. All you have to do is
show up and mingle with people who have the same goal
spending a great evening with like-minded others who
know that true love isnt about greeting cards and boxes
of chocolate. Its about being there when someone needs
youwhether that someone is your special person or
an agency that helps victims of domestic violence in their
most vulnerable, difficult moments. Please join us in reaching out in caring and support for others who may be thinking that love has passed them by.*
*Parts of this column are reprinted from 2015.
I love hearing from you; feel free to contact me at
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BOOK REVIEW
Pet Friendly by Sue Pethick
c.2015, Kensington $15.00 / $16.95 Canada 224 pages

By Terri Schlichenmeyer
Contributing Writer
In the end, your dog always tells you hes happy.
And thats exactly where the communication comes
from: the end. His tail goes wild when you come home,
when youre going for a walk, giving treats, sharing a
heart-to-heart, or cooing praise. And in the new book Pet
Friendly by Sue Pethick, that best friends stuff goes
both ways.
Meeting your future roommate at a funeral isnt exactly
ideal, but Todd Dwyer didnt have much choice: his late
Uncle Berties dog, Archie, was attending the services,
then Archie was supposed to go directly home with Todd
afterward.
Todd had always wanted a dog even one nicknamed
Houdini and Archie seemed like such a good pup.
Claire, Todds sister, had offered to take the dog but she
had a young family and besides, Todd was sure his fiance,
Gwen, would be as excited about the new addition to their
family as he was.
But as it turned out, Archies nickname was unfortunately appropriate: he escaped from Todds house on the first
night, after he ate Todd and Gwens dinner and after Gwen
had a hissy-fit about a mutt she hated on sight. And then,
after she insisted that Archie had to go, the dog escaped
from Todds truck on the road to Claires house
Emma Carlisle absolutely could not figure out how Spirit
Inn was losing money.
Her grandmother, from whom Emma had inherited
the old hotel, had no problem making a living. She taught
Emma everything about running an inn

and half the staff had agreed to stay on
when Grandma died, but the place was
still leaking cash. Emma couldnt get
a loan to keep it running; she had too
many good childhood memories to let it go. Shed had her
first kiss on the grounds there, from an old crush named
Todd.
When a bedraggled dog showed up at Emmas cabin,
followed by a familiar face from the past, Emma mistakenly figured Todd was homeless. Todd, whod recently sold a
successful business, couldnt believe Spirit Inn was up and
running after all those years and that Emma was still there,
but he slowly came to understand that there was trouble: rumors claimed that the old hotel was haunted. Could a ghost
be stealing money from Emmas business?
Im not always a person of few words, but heres one:
okay. Thats Pet Friendly. Its okay not great, not awful.
Predictable, but amusing. Cute, but trite and okay.
Theres nothing earth-shattering or even very mysterious in this book: in a plotline that seems almost Saturdaymorning-cartoonish, we know whos romancing whom and
whos haunting the Inn because its all quite transparent.
We see exactly whats going to happen long before it does.
And yet that makes author Sue Pethicks tale one of
those easy-to-read, dont-have-to-think-much novels that
you reach for when you dont want something too involved.
Pet Friendly is the perfect airport book and if thats what
your winters day requires, then look for it. Its the kind of
thing youll want in the end.
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