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St. Mary’s THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2018
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“WE INTEND TO SUE THESE MANUFACTURERS AND DISTRIBUTORS FOR
THIS, FOR WHAT THEY’VE KNOWINGLY DONE.”
— MARYLAND ATTORNEY JONATHAN NOVAK TO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ON WHY THEY SHOULD CHOSE TO SUE OPIOID MANUFACTURERS.
Local News 3
Cops & Courts 10
In Our Community 12
Feature 18
Entertainment 23 In Local
Obituaries 20 Page 6
Sports 22
Community Calendar 24
Senior Calendar 26
Library Calendar 26 In Community
Page 12
Education 27
Contributing Writers 28
Business Directory 30
In Entertainment
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th ed to be a part of this meeting,” reads elected leaders. “He didn’t ask us for one iota of in-
Waugh’s post. “As a matter of fact we One of the prime examples, Jarboe formation for this bill,” Jarboe said.
were not invited at all. said, was Waugh’s addition of a tax rider “It’s got unfunded mandates and a little
Blueberry
“A meeting to discuss legislation and amendment to a bond bill that threat- amount of funding attached to it.
you do not invite your delegation? Some ened to derail the county’s debt author- “Don’t point fingers on this.”
commissioners claim we do not work ity for building critical projects; Waugh Bailey was also present at the meeting.
with them, actually the problem is that eventually relented on that count.
Thompson Remembered
Commissioner Tom Jarboe, who also convened to discuss the particulars
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Rodney Thompson, former county mow.”
commissioner and well-known auction- Thompson served
eer and singer, passed away last week. as county commis-
He was 78. sioner from 1986 to
Thompson’s son, Drew Thompson, 1990 with a focus
said just weeks prior to his father’s death on maintaining the
he was still trying to stay active despite county’s rural charac-
having mobility problems. ter and increasing the
He said for the past month-and-a-half engagement of citi-
his father had been in the hospital but zens in the county’s
before that the elder Thompson would governing process.
still try bicycling down Briscoe Thomp- Thompson worked
Marvin Steiner son Way, the location of their family in sales at Dean
23905 Hollywood Rd. home. Lumber for 25 years,
Hollywood, MD 20636 “Everybody was worried about him Drew said, and also
but I said let him do it,” Drew told The founded the local
301-373-4530 County Times. “He would get on his Homestead Auction-
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ran for an equal num-
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Concerts are free of charge and open to the public. The Townhouse Green opens
at 5:00 p.m. and each concert begins at 7:00 p.m. For more information,
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with Maryland tags. Robinson and a fe- ment Division, Central South Region
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The preliminary investigation indi-
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so you can ride around worry free. cates a gunshot, which came from a Police continue to seek assistance
vehicle traveling adjacent to Robinson’s from the public who may have witnessed
vehicle, struck Robinson in the shoulder the incident. If anyone has information
as he was driving. The suspect vehicle relevant to this case, please contact TFC
was traveling in the left lane and in the Warrick at 410-535-1400 or the tips line
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SMECO Awards
Scholarships
Southern Maryland Electric Coopera- Descartes Award for Honors Precalcu-
tive (SMECO) has awarded four schol- lus, the Dwight Eisenhower Advanced
arships to high school seniors for 2018. Placement (AP) US History Award, and
Each year, SMECO awards four college the Leonardo da Vinci AP World His-
scholarships to students who live in the tory Award. As a member of the Civil
Cooperative’s service area. Scholarships Air Control cadet program, Kong is the
are based on the applicants’ scholastic Cadet Commander of the Calvert Ca-
achievement, financial need, and school det Squadron. Commander Wes LaPre
and community involvement. SMECO says, “Cadet Kong has grown into a fine
has awarded scholarships to 104 stu- young leader who exercises seasoned
dents in the 26 years since beginning the judgment and rational decision making
program in 1993. Each of the following beyond his years. He led a 45-cadet team
students will receive a $1,500 college which carried the Fort McHenry flag in
scholarship: Ashli Chicks, Loryn Cottle, the National Memorial Day parade in
Jim Kong, and Nya Medley. Washington, DC. His professionalism
Ashli Chicks, graduate of North Point was recognized by the Chief of Staff
High School in Charles County, plans of the US Air Force.” He is the son of
to attend Spelman College in Atlanta, Chong Kong of Owings, Maryland.
Georgia, and to pursue a career as an Nya Medley is the daughter of Joy
orthodontist. She played the viola in the Medley of Waldorf, Maryland, where
high school orchestra and was a member she attended Thomas Stone High School
of the Hispanic National Honor Society. in Charles County. She plans to attend
Chicks participated in Howard Univer- Stevenson University in Maryland to
sity’s Computer Information Systems study biology and pre-medicine. Medley
Career Awareness Program, as well as played volleyball and softball; she par-
community service organizations such ticipated in track, the Key Club, and the
as Mission Nutrition, to distribute food Student Government Association. Med-
to families in need, and Out of the Dark- ley assisted with multiple civic events,
ness Walks, to raise money for suicide such as food drives, clothing drives,
prevention. Natalie Wright, a North roadside cleanup, and fundraisers. She
Point teacher, said, “Ashli connects was selected for the Science and Engi-
well with other people and can under- neering Apprenticeship Program at the
stand a problem from many different Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian
dimensions. She is eloquent and persua- Head sponsored by the Office of Naval
sive and able to communicate her point Research. Stephen Meade, coordinator
strongly. She thrives in situations where of the program, says, “Nya is a stellar
she will learn from others.” Chicks is performer. She was able to relate her
the daughter of Alicia Greene of White science back-
Plains, Maryland. ground in an
Loryn Cottle, daughter of Michael engineering en-
Young Life St. Mary's wishes to thank the
and Jennifer Cottle of La Plata, Mary- vironment while
land, graduated from La Plata High working on following businesses for sponsoring our 5K
School in Charles County. Cottle plans chemical detec- Crab Walk/Run. Thanks to these businesses,
to attend Brigham Young University in tion, penetration
Utah. An accomplished athlete, Cottle mechanics, ro- local kids will be able to attend Young Life
played on the volleyball team and was
a star player on the basketball team,
botics, rocketry,
3-D printing and
camp.....and experience the best week of their
lives!
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winning the Most Outstanding Player lean six sigma
Award for three years and honored as an activities. She is
All SMAC Team member. She also par- a truly impres-
ticipated in multiple community, civic, sive young sci-
and church organizations throughout entist.” Her goal
high school. Cottle’s goal is to become a is to become a
teacher. She says, “Because I have been pediatric ortho-
blessed in my educational experiences, I pedic surgeon.
want to be able to pay it forward. I want SMECO pro-
to teach students to learn to work hard, vides scholar-
to be disciplined, and to be persistent in ships to local
order to achieve their own goals.” students who
Jim Kong, graduate of Northern High excel in their en-
School in Calvert County, plans to at- deavors and who
tend the University of Maryland in Col- show promise
lege Park to obtain a degree in in com- in their chosen
puter science. An accomplished pianist field of study.
and violinist, Kong’s interests range DUGAN, MCKISSICK & LONGMORE
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MAY 1, 2018
MATTHEW GRIFFIN SMITH, 28 MAY 21, 2018
BALTIMORE, MD
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VICTORIA JENISE WOODLAND, 27 30, WALDORF, MD
A n
GREAT MILLS, MD
ERICA MARIE MCNEIL, 31 MAY 22, 2018
GREAT MILLS, MD LACEY LYNN TURNER, 21
WALDORF, MD
MATTHEW THOMAS NORRIS, 28
KENNETH EDWIN LEVY, 25
LEONARDTOWN, MD
COLONIAL BEACH, VA
ASHLEY LYNN LOWE, 25
CHARLOTTE HALL, MD ANTHEA EDWIN PHILLIPS, 31
MAY 2, 2018
sue d Mar riage GREAT MILLS, MD
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LISA MARIE BAKER, 46 GRESHAM, OR
Applicatio
AVENUE, MD
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for May 20
AVENUE, MD LEAH DANIELLE LOFLIN, 26
LEXINGTON PARK, MD
KRISTIN LEIGH BURNS, 23
MICHAEL ANDREW LINTHICUM, 36
PATUXENT RIVER, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD
JACOB ANDREW PRICE, 21
PATUXENT RIVER, MD MAY 24, 2018
BRYAN ESTANISLAO MUNGUIA TAMMY LOUISE ANDERSON, 49
CAMPOS, 21 LEONARDTOWN, MD
BRANDYWINE, MD JON ANTHONY KELLY
ALYSSA RACHELLE WHISENHUNT LEONARDTOWN, MD
18, BRANDYWINE, MD
JOHN MICHAEL LEY, SR., 33
MARY ELIZABETH HAMMETT, 21 ELISE ANN CARBONARO, 32 OAKLAND, CA
VALLEY LEE, MD MAY 9, 2018 MAY 16, 2018 SUZANNE SARA CASOLARO, 36
ARLINGTON, VA
ZACHARY HEINDEL, 18 JOHN JUNG KIM, 38 BRIAN PAUL HYDOCK, 46 OAKLAND, CA
TALL TIMBERS, MD MECHANICSVILLE, MD DANIEL VINCENT BALDACCHINO
ARLINGTON, VA 19, KING GEORGE, VA MAY 25, 2018
TABITHA MORGAN ROBERTS, 23 JENNIFER LEE FUCHS, 47
JACOB BERNARD DELAHY, 26 MECHANICSVILLE, MD KATELYNN JOY STRINGER, 20 CHRISTIAN JAMES FALGOUT, 22
LEXINGTON PARK, MD LOVEVILLE, MD LOUISVILLE, KY
CORY ADAM DARE, SR., 27 PATUXENT RIVER, MD
ASHLEY ELIZABETH BOIS, 25 NICHOLAS RUNOWICH, III, 50
LEXINGTON PARK, MD CASEY LYNN SARGENT, 22 MARA RENEE HUMENAY, 23
LEONARDTOWN, MD LEXINGTON PARK, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD PHILIPSBURG, PA
JAMES AARON RHINE, JR., 23 MICHELLE DENISE FRIZZLE, 49
SHAINA ELAINE HOTCHKISS, 20 LEXINGTON PARK, MD CHRISTOPHER RUSSELL QUADE SABRINA LYNNE SCHWITZER, 22
CALIFORNIA, MD LUSBY, MD 24, BUSHWOOD, MD
NAOMI RUTH HURLEY, 23 MECHANICSVILLE, MD
TY CHRISTIAN POSEY, 20 MAY 10, 2018 MAY 17, 2018 RICHARD AARON SHADWELL, JR.
MECHANICSVILLE, MD LUSBY, MD MEGAN CHRISTINE SEVILLA, 30 25, MECHANICSVILLE, MD
MAY 3, 2018 BALTIMORE, MD ARTHUR CURTIS SCHNIDER, 79
ANNE FRANCES BAILEY, 50 ST. INIGOES, MD MAY 29, 2018
TINA MARIE HAWKINS, 37 LEXINGTON PARK, MD MATTHEW PAUL MEGBY, 31
BALTIMORE, MD TAMMY LEE THOMPSON, 49 LINDSAY MARY CONNOR, 33
LUSBY, MD RICHARD LETNEY GOULD, JR., 49 ST. INIGOES, MD
ANDREW MAURICE BROOKS, JR. LEXINGTON PARK, MD LEONARDTOWN, MD
MAY 11, 2018 MAY 18, 2018 GURSHARAN SINGH DHILLON, 30
36, SAINT LEONARD, MD ROGER CLARK WILLIAMS, 72 JOHN AUGUST FLUHART, 48 LEONARDTOWN, MD
BRANDON NATHANIEL JOHNSON RAPIDAN, VA MECHANICSVILLE, MD KAREN PATRICIA WATHEN, 27
33, UPPER MARLBORO, MD LINDA CAROL HARRISON LONG, 66 LEONARDTOWN, MD MAY 30, 2018
CORINNE RENEE GALLO, 53
KEYUANA LATINA MITCHELL, 36 RAPIDAN, VA MECHANICSVILLE, MD MARC RYAN ELDER, 26 SAMUEL STORNELLI, JR, 47
UPPER MARLBORO, MD LEONARDTOWN, MD CALIFORNIA, MD
KASEY DREW STANTON, 27 ROY CHARLES COULTER, JK, 46
KAITLIN MARIE KENNEDY, 25 ALEXANDRIA, VA SANDRA ELIZABETH RAYNOR, 33 DONNA LEE STORNELLI, 44
KING GEORGE, VA LAND O LAKES, FL
LEXINGTON PARK, MD JOSEPH PATRICK SMITH, 28 TAMBRE MARIE TANNER, 48 GREAT MILLS, MD
DAVID LAWRENCE BOSWELL, 27, ALEXANDRIA, VA SAMUEL MARTINEZ, 33
MECHANICSVILLE, MD
GREAT MILLS, MD
MAY 30, 2018
LEXINGTON PARK, MD DANIEL JAMES BLACK, 28 KRISTINA LINNEA PETERSON, 34 JESSICA VIOLA SKYRM, 27
MAY 4, 2018 WASHINGTON, DC WASHINGTON, DC LAKISHA ANTOINETTE PICKERAL PRINCE FREDERICK, MD
KAITLYN ROMAN, 27 ISAAC HANSON BAKER, 38 38, MECHANICSVILLE, MD KEVIN JAMES FROSTBUTTER, 26
MING LIU, 36 WASHINGTON, DC JULIUS JEROME ESTEP, 45
CALIFORNIA, MD WASHINGTON, DC PRINCE FREDERICK, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD
YULI WANG, 27 MAY 7, 2018 MAY 14, 2018 SEAN AARON MCCAMPBELL, 38
JERSEY CITY, NJ BRENDA LEE BYRD, 52
MAY 21, 2018 GREAT MILLS, MD
MICHAEL EDWARDS MATTINGLY THERESA MICHELLE GIBBONS, 29
JACQUELYN MICHELLE WEBER, 24 LEXINGTON PARK, MD 64, GREAT MILLS, MD REBECCA LYNN RUSSENBERGER
LEXINGTON PARK, MD JOSEPH ABBOTT BAKER, SR., 53 33, SYKESVILLE, MD GREAT MILLS, MD
BRENDA LEE STONE, 58
RYAN CHRISTOPHER MARTIN, 24 LEXINGTON PARK, MD GREAT MILLS, MD RYAN NEAL BOOTH, 35 AUSTIN ALLEN GILBREATH, 20
LEXINGTON PARK, MD SAN DIEGO, CA PATUXENT RIVER, MD
JENNIFER FAY SIBLEY, 29 JOSHUA DANIEL KAVANAGH, 23
DAVID SHAWN STATHEM, 54 LEXINGTON PARK, MD LINDSEY NICOLE KILPATRICK, 21 ASHLEY ERONICA GANK, 20
SALOL, MN MECHANICSVILLE, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD LEONARD EDWARD VALLEY, III, 31 KATHRYN JOY SEGESDY, 21 PRINCE FREDERICK, MD
VICKI LYNN GRAY, 55 LEXINGTON PARK, MD LEXINGTON PARK, MD BENJAMIN OWEN HARTSFIELD, 24
MARIETTA, GA LUSBY, MD
MAY 8, 2018 MAY 14, 2018
BRIAN JOHN CANFIELD, 43 WILLIAM DANIEL LUCIA, 53
CYNTHIA JENINE BLACKBURN, 42 WILLIAM FASTNAUGHT, JR., 28 PORT TOBACCO, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD WOODBRIDGE, VA
DANELLE RENEE NASH, 46 LEXINGTON PARK, MD BESSIE REBECCA INGRAM, 55
KEVIN LYDELL CAREY, 48 BRIONNA REANN DIXON, 21 PORT TOBACCO, MD
MECHANICSVILLE, MD WOODBRIDGE, VA LEXINGTON PARK, MD
JOHN PAUL DOHERTY, 69 BRITTANY RAE HOFFMAN, 26
ASHLEY MARIE CHAPPELL, 25 HUGHESVILLE, MD
GREAT MILLS, MD WALDORF, MD
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RICHARD HOWARD PICKERAL, JR. HUGHESVILLE, MD
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With great drinks, entertainment and people, St. Mary’s BeerFest is a rising summertime tradition that’s a can’t-miss good time. Photo courtesy of: Facebook page of Historic St. Mary’s City
BeerFest.
By Casey Bacon “But craft vendors have been added over the years,” Despite the running theme of alcohol, BeerFest wel-
Intern bringing interest outside of alcohol to the festivities. comes families to their event and offers a host of activi-
This year, they have nearly two dozen merchants lined ties tailored to young visitors. Costumed interpreters
While the 21st-century population may look back and up for the day, from Chesapeake Custom Embroidery’s will be present across the day, along with a series of
see little shared with America’s earliest settlers, they colorful screen prints to Whiskey Creek Wood Works’ craft stations, storytellers, and face painters. New to
will find one thing that’s seen little change in the over handcrafted pieces to Teachers with Camera’s stun- the festival this year are the children’s events in the
350-year gap: an appreciation for a fine-brewed beer. ning shots and much more. city’s reconstructed 1676 statehouse, featuring peri-
It’s this affinity that Historic St. Mary’s City has been After working up an appetite as you walk around the od cooking demonstrations and “other games people
celebrating for the past seven years and is preparing to grounds, grab a bite to eat at one of the many restau- might not realize are from that time,” says Stone.
honor again at their 8th-Annual BeerFest on Saturday, rateurs there: step out of your comfort zone with Bol- Additionally, the Dove—Historic St. Mary’s rebuild
June 23. lywood Masala’s authentic Indian, stick to something of the ship that voyaged to the colony over 350 years
Karen Stone, the 2018 BeerFest administrator, more familiar at Hunter’s Hot Dogs, or try one of the ago—and the Van Sweringen site will be holding tours
shared that ale’s rich history in the local area made a delectable offerings from the other seven vendors who throughout the day.
modern celebration a no-brainer. “Beer making was will be at the festival. Not to forget the point of the festival, homebrew
part of everyday life in the 17th-century, so there’s a Among some of the most local names to be show- demonstrations will also be held during the day (cour-
natural connection,” sad Stone. With St. Mary’s City’s cased at this year’s event are: the Ruddy Duck Brewery, tesy of the Hollywood Hop Heads brew club and Dan-
Van Sweringen’s Ordinary—an antiquated term for a a Solomons operation whose renown comes backed by ny’s Homebrew).
pub—standing as one of the oldest in the Maryland an array of Brewer’s Association of Maryland’s Gov- For more modern entertainment, a mix of local
colony’s history, Stone attested that it “makes sense ernor’s Cup medals across years of competition; Guy musical guests will be performing across the festi-
to tie that together with all of the craft breweries that Distributing, a family-owned wholesaler who’s oper- val, thanks to the sponsorship of computer consultant
have sprung up in the county” and connect this age-old ated in St. Mary’s for over 75 years; and Calvert Brew- ShadowObjects. Country artist John Luskey and his
work to its enduring prevalence in the present. ing Company, Maryland’s “first farm brewery” that band will croon to crowds at the event’s start, while the
To be sure, craft brewing isn’t a bygone practice: the operates a small beer garden in Prince Frederick and “high-energy” Only 4 Tonight” and cover band “Bye
Brewer’s Association—a trade group for protecting has recently opened a tap room and production facility Felicia” will take the stage later in the day.
and promoting American craft beer—found in their in Prince George’s County. While beer may not catch everyone’s interest, the
2017 study that there are over 6,000 breweries open Stone said that Raven Beer—an esteemed Baltimore- festival’s diverse range of activities, vendors, and en-
across the U.S. alone. Compared to the recorded 1,800 based craft beer that distributes to six mid-Atlantic tertainment are certain to make a wonderful summer’s
in the country in 2010—the year Historic St. Mary’s states— and Scorpion Brewing—a microbrewery in afternoon for all attendees. Further, proceeds support
began their BeerFest—it’s clear that the demand for Owings that uses local ingredients to create a uniquely the research and educational programs of Historic St.
beer that’s been carefully crafted by artisan brewers is homegrown beer—are new additions to this year’s Mary’s, ensuring the pivotal preservation of the rich,
a trend not soon fading. festival, bringing a total of ten independent Maryland regional history here. For more information on the
In the years since its inception, the festival has breweries to the occasion. While former festival at- event and to purchase tickets, please visit the BeerFest
broadly grown in both repute and showcases; 2018 tendees may be familiar with the featured breweries, site at www.stmaryscitybeerfest.org.
chief sponsor Patuxent Dental has helped to assure that Stone affirms that “[every] year brings new beers and
this year’s festival improves upon years past. brews to the festival,” creating a new event with origi- intern@countytimes.net
“These things always begin small,” shared Stone. nal offerings to check out with each annual iteration.
Thursday, June 21, 2018 The County Times Entertainment 19
In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Mary Rose Young art, Stephen Stewart, and Edward Holt. Rodney was a lifelong resident of ty and made it his home for the next 55
Honorary Pallbearers will be; Hills St. Mary’s County, he graduated from years until recently moving to Florida.
Backyard Horseshoe Team and Try Me Leonardtown high school in 1959 and He proudly claimed to be a Good Ole
Club. from Eastern Nazarene College in 1962 Boy from St. Mary’s County. He re-
Arrangements provided by the Mat- with an Associate Degree. He was the tired after proudly serving 21 years as
tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Owner of Homestead Auction. a Senior Chief. He was a past Post 221
Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Commander and District Commander of
Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 10:00AM in the American Legion. He was a mem-
the Hollywood Church of the Nazarene, ber of the VFW, The Thomas J. Shryock
Harold Rodney Thompson Hollywood, MD with Reverend Paul Masonic Lodge, and Optimist Club. He
McPherson officiating. enjoyed driving his 46 Ford Coupe, at-
Interment will follow in the church tending car shows, camping, NASCAR,
cemetery. and was famous for being known as the
Pallbearers will be: Tom Kelly, Ryan VW man. He was a proud American
Kelly, Mitchell Kelly, Lance Kelly, Jar- who loved his family and many close
ed Menard and Michael Johnson. friends. He was a great story teller and
Honorary pallbearers will be: Drew will be truly missed.
Thompson, Philip Thompson, Wade
Thompson, Tim Thompson, Jerry
Thompson, Josh Ellison, Richard Men- Joseph “Jerry” Norris
ard and Jamey Thompson.
Mary Rose Young, 73, of Morgazna, Memorial contributions may be made
MD passed away on June 12, 2018. She to: Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad,
was born on July 5, 1944 in Morganza, Hollywood Church of the Nazarene
MD to the late Kathleen Stewart Young and /or Leonardtown Church of the
and James V. Young, Sr. Mary is sur- Nazarene.
vived by her children; Agnes “Pam” Arrangements provided by the Mat-
Savoy of Aquasco, MD, Tiara Baker of tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
Morganza, MD and 4 grandchildren. Leonardtown, MD.
Siblings; Jane Taylor, Frances Herbert,
and James Young, Jr. She graduated Harold Rodney Thompson, 77 of Hol-
lywood, MD passed away on June 14,
from Cardinal Gibbon High School and
2018 at his home. Curtis Adams Seltzer, Jr.
was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD
resident. Mary worked in Food Service He was the son of the late Edna Eliz-
at Leonardtown High School Leonard- abeth Dean Thompson and Andrew
town, MD for 12 years. Mary belonged Latelle Thompson. Rodney was the lov-
to St. Joseph’s Sodality, and St. Joseph’s ing husband of Jeanette Davis Thomp-
Community Committee. son, whom he married on February 9,
The family will receive friends on Fri- 1963 in Asheville, NC.
day, June 22, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 He is survived by his children: Leah
PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in (Richard) Menard of Hollywood, MD, Joseph “Jerry” Norris, 89, of Ridge,
the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Drew (Candace) Thompson of Holly- MD passed away on June 14, 2018 at his
Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian wood, MD, Philip (Dana) Thompson of home with his loving family at his side.
Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Glen Burnie, MD Gayle (Tom) Kelly of He was born in Dameron, MD on June
June 23, 2018 at 10:00 Am in St. Jo- Hollywood, MD and Wade Thompson 8, 1929 to the late Thomas Jerry Norris
seph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD of Hollywood, MD, siblings: Tim (Hel- and Rose Frances Trossback Norris.
with Father Andrew Royals officiating. en) Thompson of Mechanicsville, MD, When Jerry was 16 years old he went
Interment will follow in Charles Memo- Barbara Thompson of Hollywood, MD to work for the Department of Defense.
rial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pall- and Jerry (Linda) Thompson of Hol- He was employed with over 35 years
bearers will be; Paul Stewart, Francis lywood, MD, 10 grandchildren and 9 of dedicated service when he retired in
Stewart, Edward Taylor, Chino Stew- great-grandchildren. 1980 as a Lineman/Cable Splicer. On
June 28, 1952, he married his beloved
Curtis Adams Seltzer, Jr. 73 of Pun- wife, Flora Norris. Together they cel-
ta Gorda, FL passed away at his son’s ebrated almost 67 wonderful years of
home in Valley Lee, MD surrounded by marriage. He was a charter boat captain
his loving family and friends. for many years, starting in the 1950’s.
Born October 21, 1944 in Northamp- He took many groups on fishing excur-
ton, PA to the late Curtis Adams Seltzer, sions. He named his boat after his lovely
Sr. and Mary Catherine Hewett. wife, “Flora Vee.” He loved being on his
He married Ann Mae Hallman of Oc- boat spending time on the water fishing.
Lynda J. Striegel & Andrea B. Baddour tober 30, 1965 in Slatington, PA. They
were married for 39 years until her pass-
He also built his own skiff that he and
his wife used to crab. When he wasn’t on
WILLS • PROBATE ADMINISTRATION ing in 2004. the boat he supported his wife, attending
He is survived by his loving wife, all her softball games. He grew a beau-
TRUSTS • BUSINESS LAW Sandy, his children, Curtis Adams Selt- tiful and bountiful garden, which he
zer, III of Danielsville, PA, and Robert took great pride in. He enjoyed spend-
Free Estate Planning Seminar, (Stacy) Seltzer of Valley Lee, MD, His ing time in Ocean City and travelled to
brother, Gwyn (Susan) Seltzer of Dan- Florida twice a year to spend time with
July 18, 2018 at 11AM at our office. ielsville, PA and two grand-children, friends. A family vacation to California
Nathan and Sophie Seltzer. to visit his sister-in-law was a vacation
301-855-2246 • www.legalstriegel.com Curt joined the Navy on December full of wonderful memories together.
26, 1962 and moved to St. Mary’s Coun- In addition to his beloved wife, Jerry
Thursday, June 21, 2018 The County Times Obituaries 21
is also survived by his son, Thomas of 37 years, Christine E. Gardner; his for six years, then joined Florida Power
Raymond “Ray” Norris of Orange, VA; children: William R. Gardner, III (Cath- and Light. He then spent several years
his grandchildren: Karry Powell (Phil- erine), Tiffany L. Mitsouras (Nicholas); with ARAMCO (Arabian American Oil
lip), Jaclyn Rae Lewis (Billy), Joshua his brothers: Thomas E. Gardner (Don- Company) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Thomas Norris (Jamie), Kathleen Lamb na), Robert Yeoman, Ricky Yeoman, and then Houston. He travelled exten-
(Ezekiel) and Jeanine Norris (Freddie); David Yeoman; his sisters: Sharon Gil- sively and saw much of Europe includ-
21 great grandchildren; and many ex- lenwalters (J.D.), Susan Smith (Rick); ing the Netherlands, Italy, London, Par-
tended family and friends. In addition grandchildren Tess Marie and unborn is, Greece, Germany, and Switzerland.
to his parents, he is preceded in death by baby M; as well as his stepfather Jimmy After 17 years in the private sector, he
his son, Joseph Robert “Robbie” Norris; P. Neal and his brother-in-law James joined the Naval Air Warfare Center
and his brothers: Louis Norris, Clarence Cain; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, Aircraft Division at Patuxent River Na-
“Pete” Norris, and George Norris. nephews, cousins, and friends. He is val Air Station. He was the VAW De-
Family will receive friends for Jerry’s predeceased by his sister Martha Ann partment’s Integrated Systems Head
Life Celebration on Wednesday, June Cain and stepmother Greta Gardner. from 1986 to 1994. He then served as
20, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with After graduating from Bladensburg’s the Contractor Officer Representative
prayers recited at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mi- Vocational School in 1974, he attended for the PMA-231 and as the Lead Test
chael’s Catholic Church, Ridge, MD A the University of Maryland, College Evaluation Engineer on the E-2C vapor
Mass of Christian Burial will be cel- Park, MD. He worked for the Potomac cycle system. He served as a dedicated
ebrated by Reverend Peter Giovani on Electric Power Company (PEPCO), Ar- mentor and coach to many young engi-
Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at tistic Elevator Interiors (AEI), and ADJ neers. After 30 years of dedicated ser-
St. Michaels Catholic Church in Ridge, Sheet Metal. He enjoyed living life to vice to his country, both in military and Callaway, MD.
MD. Interment will follow in the church its fullest which included on and off- civilian roles, he retired in 2004. Karen was born in Bangor, ME on
cemetery. shore fishing, playing baseball, jet ski- He was an avid reader of non-fiction. September 2, 1954 to Keith Henry Wil-
Serving as pallbearers will be John ing, boating, motorcycling, camping, He created a workshop in his basement son and the late Louise Sheehan Wilson.
Raley, Charlie Simms, Bobby Wright, crabbing, swimming, BBQing, coach- and built flintlock rifles. He had an ex- Karen grew up in Fairfax, VA and
John Carbone, Herbie McKay, and Jim ing children’s t-ball and soccer teams, tensive collection. He was athletic and always talked of fond memories there.
Cullison. Honorary pallbearers will be attending and tailgating at the Redskins enjoyed running for many years. With She moved to St. Mary’s County back
J. Scott Ridgell and David Raley. football games, and holiday cooking age he changed to walking and walked in the 1980’s where she worked at Tra-
Memorial contributions may be made with his family and friends. three miles every day. His family was cor, Inc. During the time at Tracor, she
to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, The family will receive friends at his greatest love and he enjoyed the time traveled to Japan and loved the culture
Leonardtown, MD 20650 or Ridge Vol- Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 he got to spend with them. there. Karen retired from BAE Systems
unteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box, Ridge, Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD Carl is survived by his sons, Greg- (formerly Tracor, Inc.) where she worked
MD 20680. on Saturday July 7, 2018 from 2 to 4:30 ory Brow of Atlanta, GA and William for over 30 years as a Procurement Spe-
Condolences to the family may be pm for William’s Memorial Service. Brow of Boston, MA; his sister, Carlene cialist/Officer. She loved her job and
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Pearce (Frank) of Orange County, CA; her many friends. She enjoyed traveling,
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- his memory may be made to the http:// 11 grandchildren; his friend and com- cooking, the local artists, quiet moments
neral Home, P.A. childrensnational.org/giving or contact panion for 30 years, Linda Milgrim of taking in the waterfront views, and tak-
1-301-565-8500. Hollywood, MD; and many extended ing care of her father. She often took
family and friends. In addition to his well planned trips with her mother for
William Robert Gardner, Jr. parents he was also preceded in death many years which took her to Canada
Carl Stanley Brow, Jr. by his children, Meredith Rothrock and and up and down the East Coast.
Carl S. Brow, III. Karen was a friend to many and will
A Graveside Service will be held be missed dearly.
at a later date at Arlington National Karen is survived by her father, Keith
Cemetery. Henry Wilson of Solomons, MD, and
Condolences to the family may be her brother Honor
Jeffrey C. Wilson
the memory of Win-
of your cherished
A Tribute to the Loved One
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. chester, VA. oneShe
with
by sharing
friends,
the story ofin
is preceded
neighbors
by her mother, Louise Sheehan Wilson. and
theirdeath
life
associates
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
Whose Memory Lives
neral Home, P.A.
here in the community.
In lieu of flowers memorial contri-
butions may be madeFortodetails Hospice of St.
and to place
OnKaren
Forever in Your Heart
Ann Wilson
Mary’s, P.O. Box your 625,
notice ofLeonardtown,
remembrance,
MD 20650. call 301-373-4125 for assistance.
Condolences to the family may be
Karen Ann Wilson, 63, of Califor-
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
nia, MD passed away on June 11, 2018
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
at The Hospice House of St. Mary’s in
neral Home, P.A.
Carl Stanley Brow, Jr., 80, of Holly-
wood, MD passed away June 4, 2018, at
Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Calla-
way, MD.
He was born on June 14, 1937 in Wy-
andotte, MI to the late Carl S. Brow, Sr.
and Maxine Brow.
In 1955 Carl was drafted into the Unit-
William Robert Gardner, Jr., 62, of ed States Coast Guard. In 1966 he was
Mechanicsville, MD went home to the released from active duty to the Coast
Lord on June 4, 2018, while at Heritage Guard Reserve. He served as an Elec-
Harbour Rehabilitation Center in An- tronics Technician, Second Class, until
napolis, MD. Born in Washington, DC his Honorable Discharge. Shortly there-
on April 21, 1956, son of the late Wil-
liam Robert Gardner, Sr. and the late
after he earned his degree in Electri-
cal Engineering from the University of
REMEMBRANCES
IN PRINT & ONLINE
Mary Martha Neal. Miami. After graduating, Carl worked
He is survived by his beloved wife on the GE Polaris Submarine Program
22 Sports The County Times Thursday, June 21, 2018
Fresh off his win at Williams Grove In support class action: Jeremy Pilk-
Speedway the weekend prior, Jason Co- erton nailed down his 3rd win of the sea-
vert kept his win streak going with his son in the 16-lap Street Stock feature;
win in last Friday night’s 35-lap Late Jonathan Knott collected his first career
Model headliner at Potomac Speed- Potomac win in the 15-lap Hobby Stock
way. Covert’s win, worth $2,500, came event; Nabil Guffey posted his 2nd win
aboard his potent Camerom/Mann of the season in the 15-lap Strictly Stock
owned Rocket no.72 and was the 15th main; and Dustin Arnold became a first
of his career at the Southern Maryland time Potomac winner with his victory in
bullring. the 15-lap U-Car contest.
Daryl Hills and Kyle Lear shared
the front row for the start of the event Late Model Feature Finish:
with Lear surging into the race lead as 1. Jason Covert; 2. Kyle Lear; 3. Da-
the field went hard into turn one. While ryl Hills; 4. Jamie Lathroum; 5. Steven
Lear was setting a torrid pace in the Axtell Jr.; 6. Dale Hollidge; 7. Amanda
lead, 5th-starting Jason Covert reached Whaley; 8. Tyler Emory; 9. Nick Davis;
second by the 13th-lap and the race was 10. Brandon Long; 11. Bren Bordeaux;
on. Covert hounded Lear for the next 12. Ross Robinson (DNS)
10 circuits before gaining the top spot
on the 24th-lap. Lear kept pace with Co- RUSH Crate Late Model Feature
vert for a few laps; however, Covert got Finish:
stronger in the caution free race over the 1. Chuck Bowie; 2. Darren Alvey;
final 6 laps to post the win. 3. Megan Mann; 4. Darin Henderson;
“That was a lot of fun racing with 5. Jamie Sutphin; 6. Timmy Booth; 7. The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs loaded the bases, with a wild pitch in the
Kyle tonight,” Covert remarked post- James Marshall; 8. Jeff Pilkerton; 9. (19-27) won the series finale against the next at-bat allowing Frank Martinez to
race. “He gets around this place pretty Paul McGinley; 10. Austin Bussler York Revolution (22-23) 11-6, rallying score from third. Cory Vaughn crushed
good. I followed him for a bunch of laps for 10 runs off the Revolution bullpen a three-run blast just two pitches later,
and when he rolled into one, he lifted Street Stock Feature Finish: late in the game. clearing the bases. Vaughn’s seventh
early to protect the bottom and I was Jeremy Pilkerton; 2. Ed Pope Jr.; 3. Pitching had the upper hand early homerun of the season cut the deficit to
able to roll the top and get the lead.” Brandon Lowery; 4. Troy Kassiris; 5. once again, as the both starters traded a single run, heading into the seventh at
While in victory lane, Covert dedi- Kyle Nelson; 6. Sam Archer; 7. Mike scoreless innings through the first two. 6-5.
cated the win to a special friend. “I’d Raleigh (DQ) The Revolution broke through in the top The offense kept rolling in the bottom
like to dedicate this win to my neighbor of third, scoring two off Drake Britton of the seventh, exploding seven more
Fran Rhebein,” Covert said with a heavy Hobby Stock Feature Finish: in the inning. Tyler Clark led off the in- runs in the inning. A walk to Jon Griffin
heart. “He’s battling stage 4 cancer and Jonathan Knott; 2. Jonathan Raley; ning with a triple, with a hit-by-pitch loaded the bases, setting up a two-RBI
this win here tonight is for him.” Daryl 3. Hilton Pickeral; 4. Mikey Latham; putting runners on the corners with single from Angelo Songco to give the
Hills, Jamie Lathroum and Steven Ax- 5. Colin Long; 6. Greg Morgan; 7. Ray nobody and the top of the Revs lineup Blue Crabs their first lead of the day.
tell Jr. trailed at the finish. Heats went to Bucci; 8. Aaron Drummond; 9. Billy coming up. Jared Mitchell hit a flyball Cory Vaughn wrapped the inning with a
Lear and Lathroum. Crouse; 10. Tommy Randall; 11. Jamie to left field, deep enough to get Clark sacrifice fly to score Rodriguez, the final
In the companion 20-lap RUSH Crate Marks; 12. Stevie Gingery; 13. Matt across and get credited for a sacrifice of six inning runs and giving Southern
Late Model main, Chuck Bowie rose to Randall fly. Tyson Gillies moved to second on Maryland an 11-6 lead.
the occasion and took his first career win the sacrifice fly, with an error allowing The Blue Crabs bullpen remained re-
in the class. Bowie took the lead from Strictly Stock Feature Finish: him to reach third. Another sacrifice fly lentless as Sam Runion struck out the
Austin Bussler on the 6th-lap and held 1. Nabil Guffey; 2. Jeff Block; 3. Greg ensued, as Welington Dotel allowed Gil- side in order in the eighth. Ryan Chaffee
off the repeated challenges from eventu- Mattingly; 4. John Hardesty; 5. John- lies to come across to take a 2-0 lead. took over in the ninth to secure an 11-6
al runner-up and defending track cham- ny Hardesty; 6. Ed Pope Sr.; 7. Jimmy Dominic Severino allowed just two win in the finale.
pion Darren Alvey to score the break Suite; 8. Scott Shelton; 9. Drew Payne; hits in his first three innings, shutting The Blue Crabs return to action on
through win. “We’ve been in this class 10. Andrew Mills (DNS) down the Blue Crabs offense early. Tuesday, June 19 for the road series
for two years now and we’ve been close Thanks to Jon Griffin’s solo homerun, opener against the New Britain Bees.
to getting one a few times. I guess to- U-Car Feature Finish: Southern Maryland reached the board The first pitch is scheduled for 6:35 P.M.
night was finally our night.” Bowie said 1. Dustin Arnold; 2. Savannah Wind- in the fourth—and was answered by the at New Britain Stadium.
in victory lane. “I just want to thank my sor; 3. Ryan Quade; 4. Stephen Suite; 5. York offense with four runs in the next For more Blue Crabs information or
car owner Shawn Corbin,” said Bowie. Ben Pirner; 6. Joey Suite; 7. Stephanie inning. to reserve your seat for any upcoming
“He loves to race just as much as I do Homberg; 8. Cody Stamp; 9. Dominic Singles were the story of the next in- home games, please visit online at som-
and its great to finally get him a win.” In King; 10. Larry Lamb (DNS); 11. An- ning, with consecutive plays putting the dbluecrabs.com or call at 301-638-9788.
a career best performance, Megan Mann drew Walker (DNS) score up to 6-1. The Blue Crabs contin-
was third, with Darin Henderson and Ja- ued to battle as they put up four runs in Press release by the
mie Sutphin completing the top-five. Doug Watson the bottom of the sixth. A hit-by-pitch Southern Maryland Blue Crabs
Thursday, June 21, 2018 The County Times Sports 23
Stephen Dean landed this 31 inch snakehead in Mill Creek on a black and white spinner bait.
Johnnie Caldwell used a surface lure to Julie Tomasik with a pair of rockfish from
catch this 29 inch rockfish at Hod Point in the mouth of the Patuxent, caught at 6 AM
the mouth of the Patuxent. Monday on a rattle trap.
Ken and Linda Lamb Creek, Stewarts Piers, and up to St. Cle-
Contributing Writers ments Island. The fish are in 40 to 20
feet of water and will hit trolled buck-
The weather is finally acting right. tails and shads on the bottom. This fish-
We had a perfect weekend to celebrate ing is so good that some charter boats
school’s end, and the fish are biting in have moved from Solomons to Piney
earnest all over. Point. One charter captain had 16 on his
Rockfish are in the mouth of the boat last Friday and got the limit of 32 Photo courtesy of St. Mary’s Department of Natural Resources.
Patuxent River in the shallows eat- fish in two hours.
ing most any cast lure at daybreak and Many fishermen are using chum to A 24-year-old St. Mary’s County man plans to release it back into Gilbert Run
sunset. Top water favorites are Poppa attract stripers to their boat and getting is now the official state record holder Lake. “I’m not greedy — I’d love for
Dogs, Atom Poppers, Tsunami, Chug them to hit chunks of cut alewife, for the warmouth in Maryland’s non- someone to experience this, too,” Col-
Bugs, etc. The swimming crank baits Speaking of chumming, cobia are tidal waters. Avid angler Dezi Collins lins said.
are topped by the Bomber Wind Cheat- now off Smith Point and the folks tar- of Mechanicsville reeled in his record The department maintains state re-
ers, Yo’Zuri Silver Minnows, Daiwa geting these big fish are just starting 10.72-ounce catch on June 11 at Gilbert cords in four divisions – Atlantic, Ches-
swimmers, Baker, Rattle Traps, etc. to find them. The big fish will hit cut Run Lake in Charles County. apeake, Nontidal, and Invasive – and
Timing is everything. Moving tides at bait and love live eels swimming in the Collins, along with a few friends, awards plaques to anglers who achieve
dusk and dawn are the target. chum line. Each hot day will bring them was fishing for black bass when some- record catches. Fish caught from pri-
Bottom fishermen are getting a mix of closer to us from the Atlantic. thing unusual hit his 5-inch Senko plas- vately owned, fee-fishing waters are
stripers, catfish and white perch in the Hot days are needed to bring in the tic worm. “This thing really had some ineligible.
Patuxent above Cuckold Creek. I have spot which are behind schedule due to a weight,” he said. Anglers who think they have a poten-
seen coolers full of all three species at cool spring and excess rain. When they Biologists from the Maryland Depart- tial record catch should fill-out the state
Hawk’s Nest. The catfish are unusual get here, they are great table fare, and ment of Natural Resources verified the record application and call 443-569-
this close to the bay, but the fresh wa- excellent bait for live-lining stripers and species, and Thompson’s Seafood certi- 1381 or 410-260-8325. The department
ter runoff from heavy rains in May and cobia. fied its weight. The catch beats the pre- suggests the fish be immersed in ice
the first of this month have brought them Snakeheads are great fighters, and vious 9.76-ounce record held since 2009 water to preserve its weight until it can
down to dine on minnows and crabs. excellent eating, They are just about by Don Perantoni. be checked, confirmed and certified by
These fish will hit bloodworms, squid, everywhere now and will take most any The warmouth, or lepomis gulosus, staff.
shrimp and peeler crab. largemouth bass lure in the creeks and looks similar to a rock bass and is a
The Potomac has lots of rockfish for rivers. member of the sunfish family. Press release by St. Mary’s
trollers around the mouth of Herring Collins kept his record fish alive and Department of Natural Resources
24 Calendars The County Times Thursday, June 21, 2018
Community Calendar To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email timescalendar@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
Muddy Fun at Annmarie Garden Butterfly Week Friends & Family Addiction Re-
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Monday, June 25 Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood covery Support Group
Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons 10:00 AM - Noon Beacon of Hope Center, 21770 FDR
12:00 - 4:00 PM Family friendly guided activities all Blvd., Millison Plaza, Lexington Park
Vacation Bible School
International Mud Day celebrates week for all ages. Build and decorate 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Patuxent Presbyterian Church,
the joy of childhood, nature, and our a butterfly house, make feeders and For those who have a loved one who
23421 Kingston Creek Rd, California
deep connection to the earth. Using mini butterfly gardens. Included with is struggling with addictive behav-
8:30 - 11:30 AM (Mon-Fri)
clay, mud and natural materials visi- regular site admission. sotterley.org ior, in treatment, or is in early recov-
We invite all children ages 4 (must
tors will make faces on the trees. Take ery. Free and open to the public. More
be 4 by 6/1) through completed 5th
home mud creations to remind you of Refuge Recovery-Mindful Monday info call 240-298-0212 or 301-997-
graders for a week long adventure
the mud-a-licious fun at Annmarie! Beacon of Hope Center, 21770 FDR 1300 x 804 or email beacon@walden-
featuring Bible stories, crafts, snacks,
Dress for a mess. Free for members; Blvd., Millison Plaza, Lexington Park sierra.org.
games, outdoor rec and songs while
$5 per person; free for children 1 & 3:30 – 4:30 PM
we learn about God’s great love.
under. Info: www.annmariegarden. A free and open to the public addic- Sierra Club General Meeting
Contact church office at 301-863-
org or call 410-326-4640. tion recovery support group based in Lexington Park Library, 21677
2033, or stop by the church to register.
healing through the use of Buddhist Franklin Delano Roosevelt Blvd.
Annual June Dinner philosophy. More info call 240-298- 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Summer Camp
Sacred Heart Church, 23080 Mad- 0212 or 301-997-1300 x 804 or email Learn about Sierra Club or if you are
Historic St. Mary’s City, 18751 Ho-
dox Rd., Bushwood beacon@waldensierra.org. a member, come learn about opportu-
gaboom Lane
12:00 - 3:00 PM nities to volunteer, upcoming events,
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, each day
Menu includes crab cakes, country and goals we are working on this year.
ham, fried chicken, potato salad, cole
Build It, Wear It, Eat It, Live It! Join
us for an immersive experience, where Tuesday, June 26
slaw, green beans, rolls and beverage.
you will be able to dig in the river for
Country Store, Bake Table and Raf-
clay, make wooden nails, bake the co- Positively Focused” Wellness &
fle. Adults $26, Drive-thru Carry-outs
lonial way, and make felt. Designed Recovery Group
$26, Children 7-12 $6 and Children 6
for rising 5th and 6th graders. $140 per Beacon of Hope Center, 21770 FDR
and under Free.
child ($130 Friends members). Full Blvd., Millison Plaza, Lexington Park
payment required at time of registra- 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Folk Salad Fans
tion. 240-895-4990 or info@HSMC- The chance to consider wellness and
Port of Leonardtown Winery, 23190
digshistory.org. www.HSMCdigshis- recovery tools for thinking positively
Newtowne Neck Rd., Leonardtown
tory.org with healthy intention. Group mem-
2:00 - 5:00 PM
bers share ideas with one another. Free
Bring a picnic, pop a cork, and join
and open to the public. More info call
us for a relaxing musical afternoon on
240-298-0212 or 301-997-1300.
the all-weather patio. Tasting room
opens at noon. www.polwinery.com
ona l
Now open for the season!
Seas
Outlet Center
Mckay’s Plaza, Charlotte Hall
is best for children 5 and older, and plo pieces. All ages, no registration.
Taiko: The Art of who enjoy loud music.
Japanese Drumming Storytime at Greenwell
St. Mary’s County Library will host Crafternoon State Park
two performances of Taiko: The Art Leonardtown Library will hold St. Mary’s County Library will host
of Japanese Drumming on Monday, Craternoon on Tuesday, July 3 from 2 a Storytime at Greenwell State Park
July 2 as part of the Summer Profes- p.m. to 4 p.m. Drop in for open-ended on Saturday, July 7 from 10 a.m. to
sional Performance series. The first crafting fun. Try one of our sample 10:30 a.m. This program takes place at
program takes place in the gym at crafts, or create your own design! Greenwell State Park (25420 Rosedale
Leonardtown Elementary School, All materials provided. All ages, no Manor Ln, Hollywood, MD 20636).
Library Closed for 22885 Duke St, Leonardtown from registration. Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities
Independence Day 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The second for children ages 2-5 with their adult
All three locations of the St. Mary’s
performance will be held at the Lex- LEGO Block Party caregivers. Since the barn will be
ington Park Library from 2 p.m. to 3 open to guests on this day, be sure to
County Library will be closed on Lexington Park Library will hold
p.m. Japanese-American performer check out all the friendly horses and
Wednesday, July 4 in observance of LEGO Block Party on Tuesday, July 3
Mark Rooney will perform traditional goats after the program. Feel free to
Independence Day. All locations will from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. We supply the
and modern songs on the massive Tai- bring a picnic lunch in case you get
be open regular business hours on “bricks,” you bring the imagination!
ko drums- and teach members of audi- hungry! Siblings welcome; no regis-
Thursday, July 5. Come and build something amazing
ence to drum too! Note- Taiko drums tration required.
can be very loud, so this performance with our thousands of LEGO and Du-
Thursday, June 21, 2018 The County Times Education 27
SMCPS Announces
Administrative
Appointments
Thanks to the Caps! Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott
Smith, has announced the administra-
tive appointments made by the Board of
State University and a Bachelor’s from
Towson. She currently works as an As-
sistant Principal at Greenview Knolls
To the Editor:
Education at its meeting of June 13. Elementary School.
I lost my interest in professional sports years ago when too many profes- Among these appointments are Ms. These appointments will become ef-
sional athletes started conducting themselves, both on and off the field, in Nicole Ayres as Supervisor of Special fective on July 1.
a way I felt was contrary to my values and beliefs. The examples they set Education in the Department of Special Also approved by the Board of Edu-
were nothing I wanted any part of. To me they are grossly overpaid for Education. Ayres holds a Master’s de- cation was the Administrative Transfer
playing a game and regardless of how talented they are it is only a game. If gree from Loyola College and a Bach- of Mr. Kelly McClure-Hewitt, who will
all professional sports were eliminated it would not effect anything other elor’s from Towson University. She cur- transfer from Assistant Principal, 11
than how fans spend some of their leisure time and maybe put some fat rently serves as a Lead Teacher for Fed- month, at Great Mills High School to
cats out of business. Naturally, there are exceptions and some profes- eral/State Compliance Monitoring in the Assistant Principal, 11 month, at Green-
sionals do give back to the community and have served their country but Department of Special Education. view Knolls Elementary.
they are in the vast minority. With all the opportunities handed to these Ms. Theresa Buckler has been ap- This transfer will become effective
so called pros you would think they’d want to show their appreciation for pointed as Principal of Lettie Marshall August 1.
the gifts they have been given and share some of their bounty with those Dent Elementary School. Ms. Buckler
less fortunate. holds a Master’s degree from Bowie Press release by SMCPS
That being said, I was extremely happy to see how the Washington
Capitals, players, coaches, and fans, conducted themselves as they com-
peted for the Stanley Cup and celebrated their victory. Even the opposing
team offered public congratulations proving they too are a class act. It
seems that this attitude holds true throughout the sport of hockey which is
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do flare up but the egos seem to stay in the locker room. The post game
festivities were also conducted in a wholesome manner and fans and play-
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other across all ethnic and racial lines. They all held themselves to high
standards while having fun. As a society we need a lot more of this type
display of human values and the other so called professionals should take
notice and clean up their act. As of now they couldn’t hold a candle to the
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