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Local Woman Beats the Odds
Two Kidney Transplants Over 40 Years
Photo by Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
Inventor, University Work On
Prosthetic Prototypes
IN LOCAL
Hollywood Commerce
Center Appeal Approved
IN CRIME
Woman Charged In
Car Assault
IN LOCAL
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FEATURE STORY
One is enough.
“ How
can I be that
fortunate? I just
didn’t think it was
gonna happen,
-Brenda Hudson, Two-time
Kidney Transplant Recipient
Prosthetic
Development
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Health Officials Keeping
Zika Information Close
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
County health officers are being careful
to warn communities to eliminate breeding grounds for mosquitoes to combat the
spread of the Zika virus but they are also
careful to not inform residents as to whether anyone in their community has contracted the virus either.
County Health Officer Meena Brewster
said that because all of the known 35 Zika
virus patients in Maryland contracted the
virus from travelling, health officers are
careful not to release that information because it might be too easy to deduce who
actually contracted the disease and thus
violate patient confidentiality.
“We have to protect that,” Brewster told
The County Times. “We’re screeing people
everyday. But the number of cases in Maryland is so small that we won’t be releasing
where those cases have been found.”
This means that health officials will not
be telling county residents if any cases exist in St. Mary’s County or in any other
county.
Mosquito bites and sexual contact are the
two main modes of transmission, or vectors, for the virus that has caused mulitiple
birth defects in infants throughout Latin
America over the past several months.
The virus has been linked to a condition
called mircocephaly, or a shrinking of the
child’s skull, brought about by the halting
of the child’s brain development while in
the mother’s womb.
In adults the virus has been known to
cause neurological disorders like GuillainBarre Syndrome as well as encephilitis, or
an inflammation of the brain.
Health officials are not certain of all the
longterm affects of the virus on those most
at risk.
Women who are infected with Zika pass
the infection on to their children, the infection can come through either a mosquito
bite or from sexual contact with an infected
male.
The sexual contact aspect of how the virus is transmitted is one of the most insidious things about the disease, since the virus
can remain active in the man’s semen for
up to six months.
This means that for that length of time he
could pass the disease on to however many
sexual partners he has.
Infected women can even pass the virus
on if they become pregnant, not just if they
are currently with child.
Symptoms include fever, rash, joint pain
and even conjunctivitis or blood shot eyes.
Brewster said that the virus was first
discovered decades ago and has had subsequent small outbreaks but starting this year
saw its first international outbreak, spreading across Central and South America and
the Caribbean.
Then number of zika cases in the state
have risen from 12 back in May by neary
three fold.
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Hoyer Wants Answers
On Vets Clinic
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
Congressman Steny Hoyer (D-Md-5th)
stated this week that the effort to build a
new community-based outpatient clinic
(CBOC) for veterans in Southern Maryland
is taking too long and has demanded a timeline for its construction and completion.
“I helped secure funding for a new facility that was originally slated to be operational in 2013,” Hoyer wrote in a missive
to Robert McDonald, Secretary of the U.S.
Department of Veterans Affairs. “However, this project continually has been delayed
by the VA since its inception.
“The current facility that serves hundreds of veterans does not adequately meet
the needs of the community.”
The CBOC that is currently serving veterans is located at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall and has been
deemed inadequate even by the officials
who run it.
Information about the VA plans to build
a new CBOC have been at best slow in
coming.
Earlier this year the VA released a notice
to certain property owners in the Charlotte
Hall area that there were four sites that met
the criteria for a new location for a CBOC
but the VA made clear in the notice that
they were not committed to purchasing any
of those four sites.
“In addition, VA briefings to the TriCounty Council Veterans Regional Advisory Committee on the progress of the
CBOC have been inconsistent and frustrating,” Hoyer continued in his letter to
McDonald.
According to VA documents issued
to property owners locally, the CBOC is
proposed to be 17,741 square-feet in footprint size; the VA documents stated that
they may consider other sites that they find
appropriate.
The four preliminary selections are the
result of a market survey the VA conducted
in May of last year, documents showed.
The first property is located near the intersection of Three Notch Road and Charlotte Hall Road. It’s just under 22 acres in
size with 11 acres available for development, the second is located on Charlotte
Hall Road and is 5.6 acres in size.
The third site is located on Three Notch
Road in Charlotte Hall about one-quarter
mile off of the main road and is just over
three acres in size.
The final site is also located on Three
Notch Road and is 7.8 acres in size; it’s part
of a 57.5-acre site that is set for development fo the Charlotte Hall Commerce Center, according to VA documents.
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The county Board of Appeals approved
a controversial shopping center project
slated for the northern most tip of the Hollywood Town Center last week, overturning a strong rejection from the county’s
own Planning Commission, which had
turned down the project mainly over traffic
concerns.
The latest approval means that the developers of the Hollywood Commercial Center, Dean Partnership LLC and Hollywood
Partners, will be able to build out their project on 50,200 square feet of a 21-acre site
on the east side of Route 235 just north of
the intersection with Sotterley Road.
The proposed development would sit at
one of the corners of that very intersection
and would eventually include a CVS Pharmacy, a commercial site that could be large
gas station and another retail element, according to planners.
But the project’s approval comes with
conditions.
There will have to be a larger buffer
along Old Three Notch where trees will
have to be preserved.
Tractor trailer traffic along Old Three
Notch Road, which runs behind where the
development would be, was also restricted.
The appeals board also wanted sidewalks
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on Route 235 and Sotterley Road
The project would be located on an old
farm plot and is expected to generate almost 13,000 vehicle trips a day, according
to the applicant’s own traffic estimates.
An adjoining property next to the 14-acre
parcel could be built out as a car dealership
sometime in the future but that is not included in the current project specifications.
The traffic volume already at the intersection, perhaps the busiest in Hollywood,
was a major concern for the planning commission when they denied the project.
The developers wanted one of the three
entrances to the project to be directly on
Sotterley Road right across from an existing Burchmart convenience store.
The planning commission was concerned that the sharp traffic increase from
the project what they believed would make
a problematic intersection worse.
Throughout the process Department
of Land Use and Growth Management
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zoning requirements and the developers’
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Local Inventor,
University Partner On
Prosthetic Development
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
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Is it an overdose?
What do I do?
Four years ago
Leonardtown resident Brian Jordan
had a catastrophic
accident in which he
lost portions of several of his fingers but
it only inspired him
to find an answer to
a new problem in
his life.
A navy veteran
and engineer, he
quickly got to work
on assembling a
prosthetic finger that
would restore much
of the dexterity he lost when a mishap with
a table saw cut them off.
Now he has found help in a big way by
partnering with a branch of the University
of Maryland — the MakerBot Innovation
Center — to make more advanced prototypes for smaller prosthetics.
“They’re helping me with the design,”
Jordan told The County Times. “They’re
3D printing some prototypes and we hope
to have a finished product at the end of the
summer.”
Jordan’s prototypes resemble a skeletonized, jointed finger that fits over the remnant of his natural finger; with the 3D printing technology they can now rapidly create
new prototype designs to see which works
better.
The computer design and engineering
available at the Makerbot labs also made
it easier to predict how a particular prototype would work before it was actually
manufactured.
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A woman charged with using her car to
strike her boyfriend last week has been released on bond after initially being arrested
by sheriff’s deputies.
Angela Marie Forrest, 23, of Ridge faces
charges of first-and-second-degree assault.
According to an application for a statement of charges against Forrest, filed in
county District Court, the victim in the
case, Orbin Carter, ran afoul of Forrest
when he took the license plates off of Forrest’s car because they belonged to his
mother.
When she found out about her boyfriend’s actions she got in the car, started
it, put it in drive and used it to strike Carter,
police alleged.
Carter was in front of the vehicle when
Forrest allegedly used it to strike him, police said.
“He advised he went onto the hood of the
vehicle and rolled off onto the ground,” police wrote in charging documents.
Police who responded to the scene in
Lexington Park July 15 said they found
numerous injuries to Carter’s head, arms
and legs; Forrest left the area
after the alleged
striking.
Police said
that both Forrest and Carter
had been in an
intimate
relationship for
the past seven
months
and
lived together
Pictured: Forrest
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Police found
Forrest a short time later in Ridge at a
residence on Point Lookout Road with the
vehicle that matched the description of the
one used in the alleged striking.
“The defendant denied striking Carter
with her vehicle,” police said in charging
documents.
If found guilty, Forrest faces 25 years in
prison for the first-degree assault charge.
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SMCSO Implements “Focused
on Driving” Initiative
Distracted and aggressive driving endangers everyone. Particularly in the summer
months, statistics have traditionally shown
an increase in distracted and aggressive
driving-related crashes. In an effort to keep
drivers’ minds on the road, and to reduce
frustration, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s
Office has implemented an educational initiative, called “Focused on Driving.” The
new campaign is aimed at continuing driver education while supplementing ongoing
law enforcement methods.
“Our efforts throughout the year (e.g.,
sobriety checkpoints, smooth driver campaigns and seat belt enforcement) are effective ways to continually educate the
public,” says Captain Steven Hall. He adds,
“The purpose is not just to pass out tickets,
but to balance education and enforcement
efforts, to effectively change motorists’
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to encounter high-visibility enforcement
and education efforts specifically targeting
violations such as illegal cell phone use,
speeding, failure to use seat belts, avoiding
traffic signals by cutting through private
property, using turn signals inappropriately, running red lights, aggressive driving,
and blocking intersections.
“We are not just educating motorists;
we are educating our personnel on how to
effectively balance education and enforcement efforts to make roadways safer. The
initiative is designed to be a recognizable
and sustained extension of our current efforts,” said Sheriff Tim Cameron.
The Sheriff’s Office encourages members of the community to follow our efforts
on social media. In the interest of visibility,
the Sheriff’s Office will highlight its efforts under the initiative using the hashtag
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St. Mary’s Sheriff Crime Reports
Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) entered
a victim’s shed and stole property in the
39000 block of Golden Beach Road. Deputy J. Bare is investigating the case. CASE#
38607-16
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Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) attempted to force entry into a residence in
the 45000 block of Buttercup Lane in Great
Mills. Deputy L. Johnson is investigating
the case. CASE# 38651-16
Theft/Vandalism – Unknown suspect(s)
pried open the change machine and stole
money at a Car Wash in the 22000 block of
Three Notch Road in California. Deputy T.
Siciliano is investigating the case. CASE#
38513-16
Arson/Vandalism – Unknown suspect(s)
damaged numerous pieces of playground
equipment and attempted to light several
pieces on fire in the 47000 block of Lincoln
Avenue in Lexington Park. The Maryland
State Fire Marshal was contacted, and
they assumed the investigation. CASE#
38505-16
Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) forced
entry into a residence and stole property
in the 44000 block of Green Acre Lane in
California. The case is being investigated
by Deputy First Class K. Flerlage. CASE#
38572-16
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study area between physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. The field of basic
and applied study will give students the
tools to apply their knowledge to the challenges facing humanity today such as energy, health, and the environment.
The creation of the archaeology concentration will enable students interested in
pursuing archaeology as a career to demonstrate to future employers and institutions
of higher learning that they have completed
a curriculum designed to prepare them for
these career choices.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland, designated the Maryland state honors college in
1992, is ranked one of the best public liberal arts schools in the nation by U.S. News
& World Report. Approximately 1,800 students attend the college, nestled on the St.
Mary’s River in Southern Maryland.
(St. Mary’s City, MD) July 27, 2016 – St.
Mary’s College of Maryland will offer six
Bachelor of Science degrees (B.S.) this fall
2016 semester for students, in the following
disciplines: biology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, physics, and psychology. All degrees were formerly Bachelor of Arts degrees.
The recommendation was made by the
Academic Affairs Committee and was approved by the Board of Trustees. According
to Michael Wick, provost/dean of faculty,
the change in degree programs will “augment curricular offerings for current students and enhance job opportunities for
graduates. The degrees will also broaden
the appeal of these majors to potential new
students.”
Two additional curricular proposals were
also approved for the fall: a new minor in
Materials Science and an archaeology concentration for the anthropology major.
Materials Science is a cross-disciplinary
From St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Great Mills Student Excels
at Science Fair
Awarded Full Scholarship to Drexel University
Winds turbines can be seen popping up
around the world. From the tops of mountains to the Earth’s many oceans, engineers
are locating the perfect areas to place these
highly efficient electricity producers. But
what happens when an object collides with
the turbine? How long does it go unnoticed,
causing large amounts of damage or diminishing efficiency? Jonathan Yu, a rising senior at Great Mills High School (GMHS)
found the answer to these problems with
his award winning science fair project.
Yu first became interested in science
fairs during his 6th grade school year. His
first project was a simple physics problem
involving a bumper test as an object fell
down an inclined plane.
This year, Yu’s junior year at GMHS
where he participates in the STEM Academy, he presented a project titled “Wireless
Sensing of Blade Impacts.” Unlike freshman and sophomores, juniors in the STEM
Academy are not required to enter the science fair, but Yu felt that something was
missing and “just wanted to do it again”, he
said, “Other students always find science
fair as a burden, but I see it as an opportunity to do better.”
Yu figured out a way to narrow down the
search for damaged spots on turbine and
helicopter blades, damages that could be
caused by birds, bats or debris from taking
off and landing. Usually, inspectors need to
look closely over an entire blade to scout
for signs of damage that might need repair;
and that’s not only time-consuming, but
also costly, Yu noted.
At first, Yu placed two sensors on each
blade, one located near its base and the
other near the tip. The sensors would detect
vibrations created as objects slammed into
the blade, allowing Yu to measure when
the first vibrations reached each sensor,
much like a seismometer pinpointing an
earthquake. But when Jonathan ran tests
on his scale models of helicopter blades, he
noticed that he could pinpoint the impact
by simply analyzing the shapes and sizes
of the vibrations – not the timing, meaning
he would only need one sensor located near
the base of the blade.
To collect the data, signals from the sensor could be sent wirelessly to a recorder
on the aircraft, or those signals could be
sent to instruments on the ground. In either case, the data could be preserved and
analyzed in the event a blade is struck and
damaged.
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At the Great Mills High School Science
Fair, Yu’s project was awarded first place in
physics and astronomy. At the St. Mary’s
County Science and Engineering Fair, Yu
received a number of awards, including the
2016 Unmanned Systems Chief Engineering Award presented by TPP and the 56th
Annual St. Mary’s County Science and Engineering Fair Grand Award.
Following the county science fair, a
select group of students were invited to
participate in the Prince George’s Area
Science Fair. Again, Yu received a list of
awards and took First Place in Physics and
Astronomy, as well as the 68th Annual
Prince George’s Area Science Fair Grand
Award.
For most students this is where the science fair season ends, but Yu had one more
stop before his season was over, the Intel
International Science and Engineering Fair
(Intel ISEF).
The Intel ISEF is the world’s largest international pre-college science competition. Approximately 1,750 high school students from more than 75 countries, regions,
and territories are awarded the opportunity
to showcase their independent research and
compete for approximately $4 million in
prizes.
This year’s Intel ISEF was held on May
13 in Phoenix, AZ. For Yu, this was his second Intel ISEF competition, first competing in Pittsburgh as a sophomore in 2015.
Although Yu’s 2015 project did not receive
any awards, he was able to learn from the
experience and gain valuable knowledge to
aid his efforts during the 2016 competition.
At the 2016 Intel ISEF, Yu was selected
as a 2016 finalist and received the 2016
Special Award from Drexel University,
which includes a full, four-year scholarship. Yu was one of eight students from
around the nation who received the special
award.
The future is bright for this young engineer. Although he now has a full scholarship to Drexel, his destination for college
still remains open. This year, Yu will be
putting the science fair scene aside as he
prepares for college and applies to his selected schools, which he says includes University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins
University.
Yu is planning to major in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and is even
playing around with the idea of completing
a dual degree in both. He is also planning to
minor in business administration helping to round out
his education and inspire
entrepreneurship.
This summer, Yu will
be participating in the supercomputing internship
program at Pax River. He
hopes that the internship
will provide him with information allowing him to
gauge his interest in computer science.
For now, Yu will remain
busy as he devotes more
time to robotics and captains the GMHS VEX and
Botball teams in the coming school year.
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By Ken and Linda Lamb
Special to the County Times
live liners. The main body of rockfish in the
north ranges in size from 22 to 35 inches.
Cobia are in the lower bay around the
Target Ship, the mud leads, the lumps below the Target Ship and Smith Point to
the Cut Channel in Virginia. Chumming
and chunking with fresh alewives and using live eels for bait is a popular method.
Trollers using big spoons and surgical eels
have been successful. Every day is different as evidenced by Capt Kyle Johnson’s (240-538-5180) trips last week where
on Tuesday he hooked seven and landed
five. The next day his party hooked one
that spit the hook and that was all for the cobia that day, but suddenly spanish mackerel
showed up in good size and were thrashing
around on the Middle Grounds. Mackerel
hunters eagerly looked for them Thursday,
but they had just as suddenly disappeared.
Speckled trout were caught in the Honga
River and thoroughfares of the salt islands
this week. Big redfish should be there by
now too.
Bass fishermen and bluegill seekers find
great fishing at St.Mary’s Lake, but the fishing is best in the 6 A.M. to 9 A.M.window.
By Doug Watson
Contributing Writer
“I wasn’t sure if we’d ever get one down
here again, it sure has been a long time.” Were
the words from Waldorf Maryland’s Kenny
Moreland after scoring his first Potomac Late
Model feature win of the season last Friday
night. Moreland’s $2500 win, which came in
his Rocket XR-! no.24, was his 7th career Potomac win and his first since the 2013 season.
Moreland and Nick Davis paced the field to
green with Davis zipping into the top spot as
the field went hard into turn one. A lap three
caution played a role in the outcome of the
event. Moreland was scored the leader of lap
three, but spun on his own in turn two at the
completion of the lap. However, Moreland
kept his foot in the gas and did not stop, keeping him in the race lead. Moreland would
then eventually pace the remaining circuits,
but would have to repel the repeated advances
from a pesky Dale Hollidge who arrived in
the runner up spot on lap nine. “Our car was
a bit free tonight, but I knew if I held my line,
Dale (Hollidge) would have a tough time getting by us on the outside.” Moreland stated
post race. “We pretty much do this deal out
of our own pocket and to get a win for all
the people who’ve helped us this season is a
great feeling. I just hope this isn’t our last.”
Jason Covert came home third, Jamie Lathroum took fourth with Daryl Hills rounding
out the top five. Heats went to Nick Davis and
Jason Covert.
In support class action Mike Latham continued his domination of the Street Stock
ranks with his 6th win of the season, and career 47th, in the divisions 16-lap main, Race
Alton drove an inspired race to score his first
career win in the 15-lap Hobby Stock feature,
Mikey Latham nailed down his 4th win of
the season in the 15-lap U-Car main, Mark
Rickrode Jr. took the win in the Penn-Mar
Vintage car feature and the nightcap 15-lap
Strictly Stock is still under review, with a full
rundown to follow once the race is declared
official.
Late Model feature finish (35 Laps)
1. Kenny Moreland 2. Dale Hollidge 3. Jason Covert 4. Jamie Lathroum 5. Daryl Hills
6. Ross Robinson 7. Mark Pettyjohn 8. Rich
Marks 9. Jonathan DeHaven 10. Deane Guy
11. Nick Davis 12. Stevie Long 13. Reese Masiello 14. Steven Axtell Jr. (DNS)
Hobby Stock feature finish
1. Speed Alton 2. John Burch 3. Sam Archer
4. Jonny Oliver 5. Kevin Murphy 6. Buddy
Dunagan 7. Kenny Sutphin 8. Billy Crouse 9.
Tommy Randall 10. Sam Raley 11. Jonathan
Raley 12. Dave Adams 13. Brent Stallings 14.
Matt Randall 15. Robbie Kramer Jr.
Street Stock feature finish
1. Mike Latham 2. Barry Williams 3. Troy
Kassiris 4. Mike Raleigh 5. Kyle Nelson 6.
Jeremy Pilkerton
U-Car feature finish
1. Mikey Latham 2. Jamie Marks 3. Savannah Windsor 4. Brian Coe Jr. 5. Brent Howell
6. Stephen Suite 7. DJ Stotler 8. Dominic Silvious 9. Mark Pollard 10. Ben Pirner
Penn-Mar Vintage
1. Mark Rickrode Jr. 2. Stew Wenrich 3.
Randy Minnich 4. Scott Rickrode 5. Glenn
Pobletts 6. Gene Wrightstone
Strictly Stock feature finish
Under review, results pending
Tackle Box
Fishing Report
We are saddled with blazing heat,
but we can still corral croaker, round
up cobia, and hogtie perch and stripers.
Croaker are in the bay and rivers and
steadily getting bigger. Many are now
in the 13- to 15-inch size. The fishing is
best at dusk and into the night and will
hit on bloodworms, squid, and shrimp.
The white perch are as plentiful as we can
remember. The perch are in the rivers for
bottom fishermen and in the creeks for lure
casters. The perch are competing with tiny
redfish that love the hot weather and are
growing by leaps and bounds , though most
are still 10 to 12 inches. I know of only one
that has been keeper-sized (18 Inches) so
far this season. Remember if that croakerlooking little fish has a spot (or multiple
spots) on its tail, it must go back in the water.
Rockfishing is steadily getting better in
both Potomac and Patuxent with lure casters finding fish in the shallows at dusk and
dawn. Jiggers and trollers are doing well on
the oyster bars. The big schools of rockfish
are now up the bay above Baltimore. Many
boat captains have moved their boats to the
Magothy river to keep up with the migration. Spot have shown up in small numbers
and size, enough to supply some bait for
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Local Woman Gets A Second
Kidney Transplant 40 Years Later
By Dandan Zou
Staff Writer
when her transplanted kidney started to
fail, there was no time for shock. The doctors told her she needed a new kidney: the
sooner, the better.
Joining more than 100,000 renal patients
across the country, Hudson signed up for
the waiting list for a kidney transplant. She
was told that it might take four to six years
to get a kidney from a deceased donor.
Each year, doctors all over the country
perform about 18,000 kidney transplants,
according to the United States Renal Data
System (USRDS). But
the demand is about
five times the supply.
The wait has become
longer in recent years,
and some die waiting.
Today, the biggest challenge the transplant field
faces is not the technology or medication, but to
get kidneys for so many
who are anxiously waiting across the nation.
Dr. Matthew Cooper and Dr. Seyed Ghasemian with
Dana Hudson’s kidney
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Brenda and Dana Hudson before the surgery
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out. The third pillow, the kind of neck pillows usually sold in airport shops, was used
to support her neck. Then she would put the
second blanket on top of her upper body
before the dialysis began. When it did,
her blood would flow through a dialyzer
to be cleaned. When the blood returned to
her body, it was cooled and always made
her feel increasingly cold as the process
went on.
“I was always cold. It’s a cold you can
never get rid of,” Hudson said. She sometimes shivered under the blanket.
When she reflected on her 18 months on
dialysis, she said she felt like her life was
“rotten.” Dialysis does the kidneys’ job to
filter waste and unwanted fluid to keep the
patients alive, but it is far from a replacement for a kidney. The process of dialysis
can be excruciating for many and often
leaves the patients too exhausted to work
or enjoy life. Most disheartening of all, less
than half of dialysis patients survive more
than five years. For many, it is a steppingstone for a kidney transplant - their pathway back to a normal, productive life.
When Hudson was on
dialysis, she was too tired
to read or even play video
games on her phone. She
felt her mind was dialyzed
along with her blood and
stayed jumbled the whole
time. What made things
a little better was making
friends with those who
were going through the
same struggle. When she
found out that her husband
was a suitable donor and
was getting ready for her
second transplant, some
were sad to see her leave.
“But at the same time,
they were happy for me,”
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While waiting for a kidney donation,
Hudson was put on dialysis, four hours at a
time, three times a week.
Life On Dialysis
Hudson was assigned the schedule of 7 to
11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
for her dialysis. She had a large dialysis bag
filled with three pillows and two blankets.
Before she went to the dialysis center on
Dares Beach Rd. in Prince Frederick, her
husband, Dana Hudson, would prepare her
some snacks: graham crackers with peanut
butter, a bag of pretzels and a fruit cup. Peanut butter is one of Hudson’s favorite foods,
but she can’t eat it because of her conditions. The only time she could have it was
during dialysis because the process would
clear the phosphorus out of her body.
When she got to the dialysis center, she
usually would pull one blanket over the reclining chair before sitting down because
the leather seat always made her feel cold.
She would place one of her arms on a pillow and use another pillow to prop up her
arm straight before having her blood drawn
In early 2015, Brenda Hudson’s transplanted kidney was failing.
Statistically, Hudson knew a transplanted kidney usually lasts 15 to 18 years, and
hers had worked way longer than average.
During her three decades living in Owings,
she often forgot she had an organ transplanted inside her abdomen 40 years ago.
At a time when organ transplant was
relatively new, Hudson was the first person
to receive a kidney from a living donor at
then Georgetown University Hospital. But
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Hudson said. “And I said: I want to get you
all a kidney.”
The Lucky One
On the October night before Hudson’s
first transplant operation in 1976, the then
17-year-old was scared to death. Five years
before the surgery, she was diagnosed with
lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that
later destroyed her kidneys.
The operation the next day turned out to
be a success, and she went on to graduate
from Frederick Douglas High School in
Upper Marlboro. Later, she earned a degree
in food and nutrition from the University of
Maryland in College Park and worked for
the Board of Education in Prince George’s
County for more than a decade.
When her first transplanted kidney
started to fail a year and a half ago, Hudson
knew the odds well. She couldn’t believe
her good luck when she found out that her
husband was a compatible donor.
“One is enough. How can I be that fortunate?” Hudson said. “I just didn’t think it
was gonna happen.”
Hudson received a kidney from Dana
Hudson in late June, and she said she felt
“pretty connected” to her husband to have
his kidney inside her body.
Hudson considered herself fortunate
not only because she received two kidney
transplants across the timespan of 40 years,
but also because they both came from living donors. Kidneys from living donors
typically last longer. About 85 percent of
the kidneys transplanted from living donors in 2008 still function five years later,
roughly 10 percent higher than those from
deceased donors, according to the USRDS.
But kidneys from living donors are harder to get partially because many consider
the donation of a body part risky. Less than
a third of kidney transplants in the country
come from living donors.
Is There a Donation Risk?
Research showed that the mortality risk
of a kidney retrieval surgery was about
three in 10,000, less than one percent. It
also showed that people with one kidney
goes on to live as long as those with two.
“People don’t have to take additional
medications. They don’t have to change
their diets. It’s the same life like before
their donation,” said Hudson’s surgeon Dr.
Matthew Cooper, also the director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation at the
MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute.
Cooper said that between 10 to 20 percent of patients that are interested in becoming a donor are ultimately passed as
being safe because the doctors want to
assure that they don’t hurt someone when
trying to help another.
“We wouldn’t do this procedure if we
thought that people removed a kidney
would have to either have to change their
life or would potentially decrease their
lifespan or even require them to go on dialysis,” Cooper said, stressing that losing a
kidney would not affect the donor’s longterm health.
“Our two kidneys don’t work at maximum function in a healthy individual so
when we do take one, the other works more
efficiently,” Copper said.
Hudson’s first transplant surgeon Baird
Helfrich, now a 76-year-old retired doctor
living on an 800-acre cattle ranch in Lubbock, Texas, admitted that surgical risk
exists. But he emphasized that the risk is
very low.
“There’s a risk flying somewhere, but
people still fly,” Helfrich said. Over the
course of his long career, Helfrich said he
performed more than 1,000 transplants,
and he had never lost one patient or donor.
But convincing people to donate one
of their kidneys is not easy. The Hudson
couple is trying everything in their power
to raise public awareness. They gave permission to a filming crew to document
their surgeries and agreed to let a couple of
Georgetown medical students who wanted
to learn to have a copy of their biopsy.
Hudson also wanted people to know that
exchange programs exist in many hospitals
and non-profit organizations that would
pair up donors and patients. This type of
program allows willing, eligible yet incompatible donors and recipients to trade
donors to make kidney transplants happen
on a larger scale.
Then and Now
In 1976, Hudson had her own isolated
wing of the hospital and her own nurses
because she was the only patient to receive
a transplant operation. Fearing for infection, her family members were dressed
in big sterile gowns from head to toe, so
covered up that Hudson could barely recognize them. Hudson’s first donor, her sister Michelle Robinson Tucker, had a scar
of about 12 inches from the midline of her
abdomen all the way under her right ribcage and stayed at the hospital for about
a month after the surgery. Hudson’s husband, in comparison, had an incision of
three inches and stopped taking painkillers
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two days after the surgery.
The transplant medicine and surgery
have improved tremendously in the past
four decades since Hudson’s first.
Nowadays, a donor doesn’t need to be
biologically related to the patient. One of
the first two things Cooper said he looks at
between a donor and a recipient is whether
their blood types are compatible. The hospital also conducts a test that Cooper calls
the “negative cross-match,” which means
that the recipient does not have a preformed anti-body to the donor.
“The outcomes in today’s world are
actually very good regardless of what the
relationship is between the donor and the
recipient,” Cooper said.
A month after her surgery, Hudson can
walk with a wheel walker. She is still in
recovery and goes to the hospital once a
week for checkup.
She wants to go to the Myrtle Beach in
South Carolina when she gets better. When
she was young, her family went there almost every year. The beach was a special
place filled with happy memories.
When she gets better, maybe next summer, she will be able to go.
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signing copies of Pulaski’s
Canal (Pulaski Saga)
(Volume 1) and Blood
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41655A Fenwick Street
Downtown Leonardtown, MD
301-475-2859
Get into the spirit and have some
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One author, two books, mysteries that
take place in Maryland. Robert Lackey
will be signing copies of Pulaski’s Canal
(Pulaski Saga) (Volume 1) and Blood On The
Chesapeake (Pulaski Saga) (Volume 2) on the
August First Friday from 5-7 PM.
CRAZY FOR EWE YARNS
Craft Guild
26005 Point Lookout Road
Located Next to Maryland Antiques Center
Outdoor
Bazaar
Come
See Our Newly Renovated Shop!
First Saturday of every month!
The Craft Guild Shop is a co- Come visit us on the
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Contact us for more details.
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Call Craft Guild Shop at 301-997-1644 or
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22715 Washington Street, 301-475-2744
Come see the gorgeous garments
from Shibui. Shibui yarns and
designs embody classic elegance
with a modern flair. They’re
garments you’ll enjoy knitting and
will treasure for years to come.
We’ll also be kicking off a new
shawl knitalong, Beurre in luscious Ginkgo
from Berroco Yarns.
DRAGONFLY DESIGNS JEWELRY
41620 Courthouse Dr. Weiner Bldg
2nd floor - 301-997-4240
Dragonfly Designs will participate in the
Aug 1st First Friday We will have a summer
clearance sale on selected items from 10%
to 50% off. Come and join the summer sales
OPAL GALLERY AND GIFTS
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41625 Park Avenue, 301-884-2356
August Daze is a group exhibit featuring the
work of your favorite Opal Gallery artists. Jill
Tanenbaum, new to the gallery and whose
medium is glass, will show a sampling of
her work.Please join us for a reception on
August 5th from 5-8 pm. The show will run
through the month. Opal Gallery is open
Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11-5
and First Fridays from 11-8.
CAUGHT MY EYE
22760 Washington Street, Unit #1, 301-475-6805
Listen to music the old fashioned way. Caught
My Eye has a handful of LPs on sale. Purchase
them and enjoy your all time group or music in
the luxury of your own home. Wait, there is more!
We will by raffling off four to five pieces of local
art. The collection comprises of ceramic, painting,
glass art, etc. How can you get a ticket(s)? Come
this First Friday to the shop and find out!”
YELLOW DOOR ART STUDIOS
22795 Washington Street, 240-925-1888
Student Exhibition -Join us for First Friday in
Leonardtown as we display
works ranging from painting/
drawing, batik, manga, game
design and ceramics by
student artist at Yellow Door
Art Studios. The opening
reception will take place
from 5-8 pm with light refreshments. Open studio!
Need to tackle that art project that’s been on your
mind? Come and enjoy the studio space, explore
a variety of media, and make your own artwork for
$10 per project. Children must be with an adult.
Visit the Yellow Door website
GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS CO.
41765 Park Avenue, 301-475-1630
Kickstart this summer’s
Beach Party on the Square
with a “Beach Berry Blast”
smoothie! Join Alissa at The
Good Earth Natural Foods
Co. from 5-8 pm on August 5th for a healthy &
refreshing First Friday treat. A FREE hemp booster
is included as well!
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Get your
Rock n
Roll on!
Get into the spirit and have
some end of summer fun
with us in Leonardtown
this First Friday!
Costume
Contest
Dress up as your favorite
rock star, in the style of your
favorite musical era, and you
can register to win some
terrific prizes from Patuxent
Adventure Center, the Good
Earth natural Foods Store,
and more!
This month we have The Lucky Few performing on The Square. They do
covers of all your favorite classic rock songs. It’s going to be a very fun
evening with a costume contest and a special visit from a serious rocker!
NORTH END GALLERY
41652 Fenwick Street, 301-475-3130
North End Gallery
artists focus on the
beauty and history of
Sotterley Plantation in
Hollywood. Member
artists will exhibit
their work relating
to Sotterley’s many
facets, including its lush
gardens and historic
architecture. As part of this show, North End
Gallery will donate to Sotterley Plantation
10 percent of its August proceeds from the
sale of Sotterley-related art.
THE CRAFT GUILD SHOP
26005 Point Lookout Road, 301-997-1644
The Craft Guild
Shop will be
making a special
appearance on the
Square for August
First Friday, stop by
their table to check
out the work from
local artists!
HANDS OF GREEN REFLEXOLOGY
22655 Courthouse Dr., Studio # 7
Weiner Building (240) 538-8473
FREE Weight Loss
BIoSurvey Scans to assist
people in supporting their
weight loss goals. ($50
Value), first come first
served between 5 and 8
pm. Also, for the month of
August Hands Of Green will
be offering a free 15 minute Earthing session to any
scheduled appointment
BLACK MARKET INTERIORS
41665 Fenwick Street, 240-309-4074
Stop by Black Market
Interiors to find a great
deal for yourself as our
Semi-Annual Clearance
sale nears an end.
Mention this First Friday
special and receive an
additional 10% off the
already discounted
prices throughout the store. If you miss out on First
Friday, you can always stop by for the Side Walk
Sale on Saturday August 6th for Beach Party on the
Square.
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Ronald Clement
Delahay, Sr.
Ronald Clement Delahay, Sr.
76 of Leonardtown, MD died
peacefully at St.
Mary’s Hospital
on July 7, 2016
surrounded by
his loving family
and friends.
Ronnie
was
born on August 3, 1939 in his family home located in
Compton, MD. He was the son of the late
Joseph Richley Delahay and Marguerite
Virginia (Moore) Delahay. Ronnie grew up
with his late brother, James Kenneth Delahay and 6 cousins on his family’s boatyard
in Compton, MD.
Ronnie would often reminisce about
his school days and lifelong friends from
Saint Mary’s Academy and later joined the
National Guard. He was honorably discharged as an SSG in 1965. In early years,
Ronnie was an oysterman and was proud to
be a Captain of the Samuel M. Bailey buy
boat. Ronnie and his brother Kenny went
on to operate Delahay’s Pile Driving Service and were charter members of the Saint
Mary’s County Waterman’s Association.
They continued to run Delahay’s Boatyard after the death of their father and later
opened Little Ronnie’s Seafood, which
later became Dock of the Bay and Fitzie’s
Marina. Ronnie and his son, Gator, owned
and operated Delahay’s Construction, Inc.
from 1992 until retirement in 2012.
Early on, Ronnie loved to play in the local pool league and won several championships. Ronnie married the love of his life,
Lynn (Mattingly), in 1969, at St. Francis
Xavier Church and had 3 children: Ronnie, Jr. “Gator” Delahay (Michelle), Richley Delahay (Tracy), and Cherry Delahay
(Terry). In 1984, he became the Charter
President of the 3rd District Optimist Club
and had many years of fun-filled service in
the community. Ronnie was very active
in local public service. He was a judge for
the St. Mary’s County Board of Appeals,
Chairman of the St. Mary’s County Election Board, member of the Board of Directors of St. Mary’s Hospital, member of
St. Francis Xavier church and many other
community organizations. Throughout
his life, he loved being involved in local
politics, playing cards, dancing to country
music, duck hunting, and socializing with
friends.
Ronnie, also known as “Weenie Brother” or “Ronald C.” was the life of the party
and was never short on laughs or stories to
share. Ronnie’s outgoing personality and
friendly nature would always end with him
belly laughing with friends and strangers,
alike. Family was the most important thing
in Ronnie’s life and he always wanted to be
surrounded by his family. He provided his
children with land on the family farm to
ensure his family would always be a stone’s
In Remembrance
throw away from him. All his children
and grandchildren live on the family farm
where he would see them on a daily basis.
Family dinners, get-togethers, and trips
were a mainstay in his life. His grandchildren, Shawn Riley, Richley Delahay, Jr.,
Dylan Delahay, Samantha Delahay, Allison
Delahay, and Aleckzander Delahay were
the light of his eye. Ronnie will be deeply
and sadly missed by his family and friends.
Family will receive friends for Ronnie’s
Life Celebration on Tuesday, July 12, 2016
from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., with prayers recited
by Deacon Bill Nickerson and the Third
District Optimist at 7:00 p.m. at Brinsfield
Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood
Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated by
Reverend Brian Sanderfoot on Wednesday,
July 13, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis
Xavier Catholic Church, 21370 Newtowne
Neck Road, Leonardtown, MD. Interment
will follow in the church cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Richley Delahay, Jr., Terry L. Delahay, John
Roache, M.D., Shawn Riley, J.K. Delahay,
and Marc Reckner. Serving as honorary
pallbearers will be the 3rd District Optimist Club.
Memorial contributions may be made
to Newtowne Manor House Restoration,
21370 Newtowne Neck Rd, Leonardtown,
MD 20650.
Sarah Elizabeth Holt
Sarah Elizabeth Holt, affectionately known
as
“Granny”,
76 of Lexington
Park, MD, entered into eternal
life on July 09,
2016 at MedStar
St. Mary’s Hospital, surrounded
by her loving family. Sarah was born on
February 12, 1940 to the late Carrie Elizabeth (Mason) Holt and John Columbus
Holt.
Sarah attended St. Joseph’s Parochial
School in Morganza, MD, graduating in
1955. Sarah worked at St. Mary’s Hospital
for 29 years until her retirement in 2002.
She enjoyed spending time with her family watching her favorite soaps; The Young
and the Restless and the Bold and the Beautiful. She also enjoyed going shopping
at Home Goods with her granddaughter,
Nickey and going to her daughter Selina’s
house for Sunday dinner.
In addition to her parents, Sarah was preceded in death by seven siblings, Pauline
Medley, Agnes Courtney, Arcadia Holt,
Rose Holt, James Patrick Holt, John Philip
Holt, John Columbus Holt and one grandson, James Holt.
Sarah leaves to cherish her memories her
six children, Sylvia Marshall of California,
MD, Sheena Holt of Hollywood, MD, Selina Holt-Jackson (William) of Mechanicsville, MD, Jerome Holt of Morganza, MD,
Selma Scruggs (Ronald) of Cleveland, OH,
and James Holt (Andre) of Harrisburg, PA;
one sister, Evangeline Holt of Leonardtown,
MD; two brothers, Robert Holt of Hollywood, MD and David Holt of LaPlata, MD;
14 grandchildren, Nickey, Damon, Rodney,
Samuel, Davida, Leticha, Marvin, Jason,
Alisha, Christian, Mashauna, Joshua, Kennedy and Ava, 16 great-grandchildren and a
host of other relatives and friends.
Family and friends will unite on Friday,
July 15, 2016 for visitation at 11 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon at
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 29119 Point
Lookout Road, Morganza, MD 20660. Interment to follow at Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Arrangements by
Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home.
Obituaries
Mary A. Ford
Mary A. Ford,
100 of Charlotte
Hall, MD, entered
into eternal rest
on July 12, 2016.
Mary was born
on April 16, 1916
to the late Eugene
and Addie Davis
Jennifer. She is
survived by her
children, Marion Stewart, Hester Stewart (Thomas), Vinia Ford, Kenneth Ford,
Julius Ford, Emerson Ford (Delores) and
Joseph Ford (Thelma). Family and friends
will unite on Monday, July 18, 2016 for visitation at 10:00 am until time of service at
12:00 noon at All Faith Episcopal Church,
38885 New Market Turner Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Interment to follow at
All Faith Episcopal Church cemetery.
Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic
Funeral Home.
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12-21-1980 to 08-09-2013
It doesn’t seem like it’s been three years, but only yesterday
since you left us. We miss you. We love you.
We know you are safely home.
Your Mother and Brother
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Exelon Calvert Cliffs Nuclear
Power Plant to Perform
Post-Maintenance Tests
There will be a full-cycle test of alert and
notification sirens #41 and #45 in St. Mary’s
County on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.
The test for Siren #41, at 25101 Sotterley Road,
Hollywood, MD, is scheduled for 12 p.m.
The test for Siren #45, at 44691
White
Oak
Court,
California
MD, is scheduled for 12:30 p.m.
The full-cycle test includes a three-minute
activation of sirens #41 and #45 ONLY.
Citizens are asked to remember the scheduled testing and relay the information to
friends, family and neighbors. If the sirens
sound at any other time, residents should
tune to one of the local radio stations listed
below for information and instructions.
Emergency Alert System stations include:
WPTX 1690 AM Lexington Park
WYRX 97.7 FM Lexington Park
WTOP 103.5 FM Frederick, D.C.
WKIK 1560 AM La Plata
WKIK 102.9 FM California
WPRS 104.1 FM La Plata
WSMD 98.3 FM Mechanicsville
WNNT 100.9 FM Warsaw
WGOP 540 AM Pocomoke
WCEM 1240 AM Cambridge
WCEM 106.3 FM Cambridge
WCEI 96.7 FM Easton
WRAR 105.5 FM Tappahannock
WKHZ 1460 AM Easton
Knowing what to do before, during
and after an emergency is a critical part
of being prepared and may make all the
difference when seconds count. Visit prepare.stmarysmd.com to learn about Disasters & Hazards, Being Prepared and
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station are advised that noise-generating
testing events are scheduled to take place
July 27 – Aug. 8, 2016 between the hours of
7 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Pilots at PAX will be training for realistic flight scenarios including Field Carrier
Landing Practice (FCLP). FCLP training is
essential for the precision and safety of our
military men and women and the success
of their mission. Landing on an aircraft
carrier is perhaps the most difficult task in
military aviation. It is a highly complex
and perishable skill, and requires intense
period of training before pilots deploy.
FCLP training is critical for Navy pilots
to learn to safely conduct landing patterns
in as realistic conditions as possible. Residents may notice increased noise levels due
to these operations.
As with all operations, NAS Patuxent
River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community.
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Women’s Club Old Fahioned Tea Party
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party on May 21, 2016 at the Ye Olde Towne
Café in Leonardtown, MD. Dressed in
their finest party wear, guest were served
a variety of teas or lemonades, scones, finger sandwiches, sweets and other culinary
delights. Entertainment was provided by
the Southern Maryland Sound (Tri-County
Barbershop Harmony Society) and balloon
artist, Mr. Chris Woehrer. Door prizes and
party favors were also given away.
The Woman’s Club would like to thank
Ms. Irene Parrish and her staff at the Ye
Olde Towne Café, Mr. Ken Ritter and
the Southern Maryland Sound, Mr. Chris
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Thursday, July 28
Bible School
(8505 Old Leonardtown Rd., Hughesville)
- 9 a.m. to Noon
Hughesville Baptist Church will be having their annual Vacation Bible School for
children 4 years old thru 6th grade on June
27 thru July 1 from 9 am until noon. The
theme is Submerged: Finding Truth Beyond the Surface. Go to our web site www.
Hughesville Baptist.com for a registration
form. The Church is located at 8505 Old
Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, Md. For
more info dial 240-254-2765 or 301-2743672. Also like us on Face book.
Bye Bye Birdie Performances
(Three Notch Theatre - 21744 Coral Place ,
Lexington Park) – 8 to 10 p.m.
The year is 1958, and the much-adored
rock and roll idol - Conrad Birdie - has
been drafted into the US Army. His songwriter and agent, Albert Peterson, along
with Albert’s secretary and girlfriend Rose
Alvarez have created a brilliant plan for a
huge send off. They’re going to have Conrad sing his latest song “One Last Kiss” on
the Ed Sullivan show, AND actually give
one last kiss to Kim MacAfee, President
of the Conrad Birdie Fan Club in Sweet
Apple, Ohio. Hopefully, this will ensure
a huge hit for Conrad, keep the public’s
adoration for the new G.I. and ultimately
keep Almaelou records from going under.
Adults $18, Seniors/Students/Military $15,
Children under 10 $13 Thursdays all tickets
$13. Thursdays - Saturdays 8:00 PM Sundays 3:30 PM Doors open 1 hour prior to
the performance. To reserve tickets visit
our new box office at: http://buytickets.at/
thenewtowneplayers/56946/r/calendar.
Cedar Point Ladies Golf
Cedar Point Golf Course (PAX River NAS,
Lexington Park) - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cedar Point Ladies Golf Association
(CPLGA) plays EVERY Tuesday morning.
Arrive and be ready by 8:15 a.m. Tee off
starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. All skill levels
are welcome. PGA Teaching Pro will be offering clinics during the season. Join the 9
hole group or the 18 hole group. Working
woman option: Play any day before Sunday
5pm with a CPLGA member and turn in
your signed score card. Eligible members
include all active duty, reserve, retired or
military personnel or their dependents;
DOD federal personnel and family members employed at Patuxent River, St. Inigoes, or Solomon’s Annex, Cedar Point
Officers’ Club silver card holders, contractors, members of the Navy League, and
sponsored guests. For more information:
Contact Pam at [email protected], [email protected], Pat at [email protected].
Sotterley Farmer’s Market
Historic Sotterley Plantation (Sotterley) 8 to 9 a.m.
The public is invited to the Sotterley Plantation grounds to shop local! Purchase
the best quality home-grown vegetables,
fruit, and plants, as well as unique, handcrafted items. For the third year running,
we further strengthen our strong ties to the
Southern Maryland farm community and
continue our over 300 year farming tradition as we open up the Sotterley Farmer’s
Market – a producer only farmer’s market
– every Saturday from May 28 through
September 24!
SMS Angel Wings and Things Thrift
Store
(16562 Three Notch Rd., Ridge) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Just because summer is here doesn’t mean
we are closed. Angel Wings and Things
Thrift Store will continue to be open on
Saturdays between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and
Sundays between 10 a.m to 1 p.m.. Donations will only be accepted between 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. We will continue to
post specials in the store, as well as on our
facebook page. We look forward to having
you stop by and see us!!!! We have all kinds
of fun summer clothes, shoes, and accessories for all your summer parties and events.
We also have small appliances, furniture,
pictures, etc. Tons of dishes for summer
parties! Come see us!!!! PS- We have AC!
Come enjoy the AC while shopping!
Friday, July 29
3rd Annual Craft Fair and
Holiday Boutique
(21707 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park)
– 9 a.m.
Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association (LAFRA) Unit 93 is planning their 3rd
annual Craft Fair and Holiday Boutique to
be held on Saturday, November 05, 2016
9am to 3pm at the Branch, 21707 Three
Notch Road, Lexington Park Maryland.
Previous participating vendors may register beginning June 20. Registration and
payment must be received by June 30th
to reserve a spot. July 01, 2016 registration will be opened to the public. Registration deadline is September 30th, 2016.
Registration and a check may be mailed
to LAFRA Unit 93, P.O Box 93, Patuxent River, MD 20670 or may be dropped
off at Travel Leaders, 22325 Greenview
Parkway, Ste. 1-C Monday – Friday 9am
to 530pm, ask for Lori. EMAIL TO GET
REGISTRASTION FORM: fralafra93@
md.metrocast.net OR YOU MAY drop by
Branch 93 between 1pm and 8pm daily and
weekends. Questions, call Unit President at
301-481-9655.
Small Fry Fridays – Become an
Apprentice
(Historic Sotterley Plantation - 44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fun learning opportunities at Historic Sotterley Plantation summer 2016! All Small
Fry Friday activities are included with site
admission! Work, Work, Work — Become
an apprentice, learn about trades and the
people who worked at Sotterley. Near the
Land, Lives, and Labor exhibit at the Corn
Crib.
Shirt Fringe Art
(Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655
Charlotte Hall Road) – 1 to 3 p.m.
Revitalize an old concert tee or add pizzazz
to a basic cotton one for your next summer
get together during shirt fringe art at the
Northern Senior Activity Center on July 29
from 1-3 p.m.! The fabulous Betty Hill will
teach you how to create decorative fringe
using a few simple tools. All tools will be
provided, however participants are asked
to bring their own shirt to embellish. The
class cost is $5 and is due at sign up. To sign
up for this class in advance, please visit the
front desk or call 301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
Get the Scoop – Tis the Season for
Ice Cream!
(Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780
Baldridge St.) – 2:30 p.m.
Need to cool off this summer? Take a break
from the heat and help raise funds for special events at the Garvey Senior Activity Center every Friday, July 8-August 12,
from 2:30-4 p.m.
For more information, call the Garvey Senior Activity Center at 301-475-4200, ext.
*1050.
VBS Cave Quest Hollywood United
Methodist Church
(24422 Mervell Dean Road Hollywood) –
6 to 8:30 p.m.
At Cave Quest Vacation Bible School participants will have an enjoyable time learning about following Jesus, the light of the
world. This FREE VBS will be held July
25th-29th from 6:00-8:45 pm for ages 4
years old-completed 5th grade. For more
information or to register your child call
301-373-2500 ext. 201 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, July 30
Tidewater Archaeology Days
(Historic St. Mary’s City - 18751 Hogaboom Ln, St Mary’s City) – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Help uncover the past at one of the bestpreserved colonial sites in the nation. Take
a guided tour of excavations, and don’t miss
a once-a-year opportunity to explore the archaeology laboratory (sign up at the Visitor
Center when you arrive). $10 adult; $9 senior; $6 youth; free to ages 5 and younger,
and to Friends members. (240) 895-4990 or
[email protected]. Saturday and
Sunday. www.HSMCdigshistory.org.
Water Taxi to St. Clement’s Island
(38370 Point Breeze Road Colton’s Point) –
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Take our water taxi to St. Clement’s Island
and explore! First trip leaves at 10:00 am
with continuous trips to and from the island between 10:00 a.m to 12:00 pm and
1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. The last trip TO the
island will leave at 2 pm and the last trip
back to the mainland will leave at 3pm. The
cost is $7.00 per person (no exceptions) and
includes admission to the St. Clement’s
Island Museum. Call 301-769-2222 with
questions. Saturday and Sunday.
SoMD Am. Legion 221 Pork & Beef
Sandwich Sale
(American Legion Post 221; 21690 Colton
Pt. Rd.; Avenue) – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a
pork loin and beef sandwich sale. Pork loin,
sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef sandwiches
will be sold on both Saturday and Sunday
at American Legion Post 221 @ 21690
Colton’s Point Rd (Rt. 242), in Avenue,
MD. The event will be from 11:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. and sandwiches will cost $7.00
each. Call (301) 884-4071 for further information. Also check out our website at:
www.alpost221.webs.com/”>http://www.
alpost221.webs.com/.
Monday, August 1
50+ Boot Camp
(Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780 Baldridge St.) – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Boot camp programs are one of the hottest
trends in fitness programming and offer a
new twist on traditional performance and
conditioning activities. During this 6-week
fast-paced, high-energy program, you will
engage in age-appropriate drills and activities to improve strength, cardio capacity,
balance, and agility. Boot Camp will be
held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center
on Mondays, 8:30-9:30 a.m., from July 11Aug. 15. Participants should wear athletic
shoes and bring a water bottle. Much of the
class will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Advance sign up is required. Fee:
$15 payable to Shannon Pope. Fee must be
paid in advance. To learn more, call 301475-4200, ext. *1050.
Sheriff’s Office Hosting Public Information Session
(Chesapeake Bldg., 41770 Baldridge Street,
Leonardtown) – 6 p.m.
Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron announced
that a team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will arrive
on Sunday, July 31, 2016, to examine all
aspects of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s
Office policies, procedures, management,
operations and support services. As part of
the on-site assessment, agency employees
and members of the community are invited
to offer comments at a public information
session on Monday, August 1, 2016, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Persons interested in
speaking are required to sign-in between
the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. The
session will be conducted at the Board of
County Commissioners Hearing Room,
Chesapeake Bldg., 41770 Baldridge Street
in Leonardtown, Maryland 20650.
Living Hope Vacation Bible School
(Living Hope Church, Midway Dr., Lexington Park) – 6 to 8 p.m.
August 1 – 3. Join us as we dive down and
go deep with “Submerged: Finding Truth
Below the Surface”. August 1st, 2nd and
3rd beginning at 6:00 p.m. each night! As
kids submerge themselves in God’s Word
they discover that Jesus saw people differently. He didn’t just see what’s on the outside; He saw who people were down deep.
Theme verse: “Search me, God, and know
my heart; test me and know my concerns.
See if there is any offensive way in me; lead
me in the everlasting way.” Psalm 139:2324. Vacation Bible School is for children
ages 2-11! Register online at www.livinghopemd.com. For more information please
contact our Children’s Director, Leasa
Mace, at [email protected].
Tuesday, August 2
Tai Chi for Arthritis
(29655 Charlotte Hall Rd, Charlotte Hall)
– 10 a.m.
The Northern Senior Activity Center will
have a 6-week Tai Chi for Arthritis workshop beginning Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 10 a.m.
This evidenced-based program is designed
to help reduce pain, improve balance, and
promote total body wellness. It is beneficial
for people with all levels of Tai Chi experience and is ideal for those who are interested in learning more about this art. Classes
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limited and advanced sign up is required to
participate. To sign up for this free class,
call 301-475-4002, ext. *3103.
Beginner Piano/Keyboard Classes
(Loffler Senior Activity Center, 21905
Chancellors Run Rd.) – 1 p.m.
Dr. Robert L. Jefferson, the author of the
How to Play Gospel book series and a leading expert on teaching gospel music (Check
out his website at www.Jeffersonprsents.
com) will again offer beginner piano/keyboard classes at the Loffler Senior Activity
Center starting Tuesday, July 12, and continuing through Aug. 16 at 1 p.m. The cost
for the lessons is $100 for 6 sessions and includes instruction, texts and corresponding
CD. Additionally, you will need to invest in
an inexpensive keyboard ($50-$100+ available at local stores and online.) Payment for
the lessons can be made directly to Dr. Jefferson on the first day of class. Pre-registration is required by July 10. For questions
or to sign up, call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658.
Twilight Performance: “Spirit of Hispania: Hispanic Tales”
(22950 Hollywood Rd, Leonardtown) –
6:30 p.m.
The Children’s Theatre performance of
“Spirit of Hispania: Hispanic Tales” by
Jules Tasca features five short plays that
explore Latin-American mythology. Produced by special arrangement with Samuel
French, Inc. Performers subject to change.
Free. 301-934-7828; www.csmd.edu/arts.
Wednesday, August 3
Delaware Park Casino Trip
(29655 Charlotte Hall Rd, Charlotte Hall)
– 8 a.m.
The Northern Senior Activity Center
Council is sponsoring a one day bus trip to
Delaware Park Casino in Wilmington, Delaware, on Wednesday, Aug. 3. Registration
is $45, which includes luxury motor coach
transportation, $30 slot play, morning and
evening refreshments, and driver gratuity.
The bus departs from the Northern Senior
Activity Center. To sign up and obtain
more details on the departure times, etc.,
contact Council President Pat Myers at 301884-8714. This event is open to registered
participants at the Senior Activity Centers.
Kickboxing
(Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780 Baldridge St.) – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Kickboxing tones muscles through punching and kicking using focus pads, target
pads, and mitts. Participants may notice
an improvement in overall balance and
flexibility. The aerobic moves of kickboxing have been shown to improve circulation and it offers a great stress relief. This
specialized class, held at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesdays, July
6-Aug. 17, from 8:30-9:30 a.m., is geared
towards active men and women ages fifty
and above. This class offers great energy
without the high impact that occurs during a mainstream kickboxing class. The
instructor, Geno Rothback, is a registered
nurse, a senior fitness instructor, a black
belt in Taekwondo and is a certified Martial Fusion and Kickboxing instructor. Cost
is $30 payable to Geno Rothback. Payment
required at time of reservation. Call 301475-4200, ext. *1050, to learn more.
Twilight Performance: “Spirit of Hispania: Hispanic Tales”
(8730 Mitchell Road La Plata) – 9 a.m.
CSM Twilight Performance Series: “Spirit
of Hispania: Hispanic Tales.” 6:45 p.m.
Aug. 3 College of Southern Maryland, La
Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata.
Children’s Theatre performance of “Spirit
of Hispania: Hispanic Tales” by Jules Tasca
features five short plays that explore LatinAmerican mythology. Produced by special
arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Performers subject to change. Free. 301-9347828; www.csmd.edu/arts.
Dog Days of Summer
(44078 St. Andrew’s Church Road, California) – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Summer clearance: all adult clothing 50
cents each piece, children’s clothing 25
cents each piece. Some other items may be
marked down from their current price to a
lower price.
Point Lookout State Park “Sprouts”
Drop-In Program
(Point Lookout State Park Nature Center
– 11175 Point Lookout Rd, Scotland MD) –
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Point Lookout State Park is now offering
a weekly “Sprouts” drop-in program for
preschool age children and their families.
Visit the Marshland Nature Center within
the park for themed story time, outdoor
activities, games and crafts lead by a park
naturalist. There is no charge for this program, the only cost is the $3 park daily use
entrance fee. Come and play at the nature
center as long as you like, plus enjoy the
rest of the park! Program activities will
be offered throughout the three hour event
window; drop in any time! Theme for
Wednesday, August 3: A Beautiful Bug
Hunt. For More Information, contact the
park nature center: (301) 872-5085.
Athens – Ancient Supercity
Chancellors Run Road) – 10 a.m.
On Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 10 a.m., the
Loffler Senior Activity Center will show
a documentary about the ancient city of
5th century BC Athens, which became the
wonder of the western world. It boasted
an advanced water system, an urban center incorporating shops, commercial and
government buildings, and an architectural
masterpiece, the Parthenon. Most of this
was due to the determination of an influential statesman and orator, Pericles. The
video is 50 minutes and is free. Seating is
limited. Call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658, or
stop by the reception desk at Loffler to sign
up. Open to registered participants at the
senior activity centers.
Breakfast with the Animals
(Historic St. Mary’s City - 18751 Hogaboom Ln, St Mary’s City) – 10 to 11 a.m.
Godiah Spray Tobacco Plantation, 47621
Old Cove Road, St. Mary’s City, MD
20686. Enjoy a light breakfast, a story, and
an opportunity to help feed the Plantation
livestock. Designed for pre-school age children 3-5 years old and an accompanying
adult. $10 per child ($8 Friends members);
one accompanying adult free. Registration
required: (240) 895-4990 or [email protected]. www.HSMCdigshistory.
org.
Living Well with Chronic Disease
Chancellors Run Road) – 1 to 3:30 p.m.
The Loffler Senior Activity Center will
conduct a six week workshop on how to
manage your chronic health condition. The
class meets at the center on Thursdays,
Aug. 4 through Sept. 8, from 1-3:30 p.m.
This is an evidence-based program developed by Stanford University to help people
with chronic conditions take charge of their
life by developing self-management skills,
including dealing with depression and fatigue, pain management, working with
health care providers, and more. If you
have a chronic condition and are serious
about improving the way you feel, this is
the workshop for you. There is no charge
for taking this class; however, a commitment to regular attendance is needed for
good results. For more information, or to
sign up, stop by the reception desk or call
301-737-5670, ext. 1658, by Aug. 1. Open
to registered participants at the senior
activity centers.
Children’s Chorus Auditions Gr. 2 – 9
(Hollywood United Methodist Church,
Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) –
6 to 7:30 p.m.
The Chesapeake Children’s Chorus (CCC)
is looking for students entering grades 2-9
to join this exciting vocal ensemble. Interested singers should schedule an audition
time for either Wednesday, August 3rd or
Thursday, August 11th between 6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m at Hollywood United Methodist
Church located on Mervell Dean Road. In
the short vocal audition, singers can expect
to meet directors Laurel Dietz and Linda
Aughe, vocalize several director led warmups, and sing a familiar song of their choice
(such as “Happy Birthday” or “My Country
‘Tis of Thee.”) The chorus is open to any
student in the tri-county Southern Maryland region. Singers who are interested and
what to see what the chorus is all about prior to auditions are invited to participate in a
fun summer event entitled “Summer Sing!”
This workshop includes a free evening of
ice-breaker style games, new warm-ups
and music, as well as a lesson on the audition process. Join us on Wednesday, June
22nd or Thursday, July 14th at Hollywood
United Methodist Church from 6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m. To learn more about the Chesapeake Children’s Chorus or to schedule an
audition, go to www.smchoralarts.org/ccc.
You may also visit the ensemble’s Facebook page or email [email protected].
Line Dance Lessons
(Hotel Charles - 15110 Burnt Store Rd,
Hughesville) – 7 p.m.
Free line dance lessons taught by the
Southern Maryland Boot Scooters. Beginner lessons 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Intermediate lessons 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM.
Thursday, August 4
Ghosts of Sotterley Auditions
(Historic Sotterley Plantation – 44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) – 6:30 p.m.
Announcing open auditions for our wildly popular annual signature event – The
Ghosts of Sotterley! This year, our theme
is, “Witches in the Woods: Will You Make
it Out Alive?” Whether you are a seasoned
actor or have a new-found interest in acting, we invite all from age 12 and up to try
out. You will be in great company with an
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enthusiastic group of talented wonders who
enjoy performing and love Sotterley! Join
us in the Warehouse on Thursday, August
4th at 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm; Saturday, August 6th from 10 am - 12 pm; Thursday,
August 11th from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm; or
Saturday, August 13th from 10 am - 12 pm!
Dog Days of Summer
(44078 St. Andrew’s Church Road, California) – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Summer clearance: all adult clothing 50
cents each piece, children’s clothing 25
cents each piece. Some other items may be
marked down from their current price to a
lower price.
Beach Shell Wall Letter
(Garvey Senior Activity Center, 41780 Baldridge Street) – 10 a.m.
Make a beautiful shell covered wooden
letter using gorgeous multi-colored shells
at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on
Thursday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.m. Shells provided include urchins, starfish, turbos, pectins, and snails. Shell covered letters are an
amazing way to add some color and flavor
to your home! Letters and shells will be
provided; however, participants are invited
to bring their favorite shells from home to
include as well. The cost per person is $6,
payable in advance. When registering, indicate the letter you wish to decorate. To
learn more, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Open to registered participants at the senior
activity centers.
Ceramic Tile Coasters
Chancellors Run Road) – 10 a.m.
Come to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.m. to make
a set of four ceramic tile coasters. There
is no cost for this project and all materials are supplied. If you want, bring printed
out photographs (on copy paper, not photo
paper) to use to personalize your coasters.
Sign up by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658,
or stop by the Loffler reception desk. Open
to registered participants at the senior activity centers.
Gutbuster Cheese Steaks @ 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 $8.00. Choose from CHICKEN or
STEAK. Eat here or take one to go.
Bingo - Am. Leg. Post 82, La Plata
(6330 N. Crain Highway, La Plata) –
7 to 10 p.m.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82 will
hold smoke-free BINGO Thursdays with
early birds beginning at 7:00 pm at Harry
White Wilmer American Legion Post
82, 6330 Crain Highway, La Plata. Doors
open 6 pm. Call (301) 934-8221. PUBLIC
WELCOME.
Am. Legion Post 221 Meeting
(AL Post 221; 21690 Colton Point Rd; Avenue, MD) – 8 to 9 p.m.
American Legion Post 221 invites all active
duty personnel and veterans to join us for
our monthly meeting on the first Thursday
of each month at 8:00pm. Visit our website at http://www.alpost221.webs.com/ or
e-mail us at [email protected]. Call
(301) 884-4071 for more information.
Games
CLUES ACROSS
1. Austrian river
4. Type of lunar crater
7. Taoism
8. German landscape
painter
10. Big players do this
12. Nose cone
13. Islamic republic
14. Press against
16. Where you find corn
17. Battery cell
19. Score
20. Swiss river
21. The Babe’s real name
25. Use it to clean
26. Supervises flying
27. Surfboard fin
29. Aggressive dogs
30. Makes computers
31. Buddy
32. Existing everywhere
39. Cheek
42. Comes in bags
43. British hip hop artist
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44. Resinous substance
45. Pitcher Dillon
46. Preceded Galba
47. Not behind
49. Students dread this
50. Pasta
51. Northeast and east
52. Begetter
53. Diego, Francisco,
Anselmo to name a few
CLUES DOWN
1. Incorporating
2. Piper __, actress
3. Principality
4. Famous bounty hunter
5. Chilean seaport
6. Relish
8. Throng
9. One point east of
southeast
11 Knot in a tree
14. Revolutionary women
(abbr.)
15. Containerfuls
18. Unit of weight
19. Al Bundy’s wife
20. Genus of ducks
22. Christian hermit
23. Witch
24. Average accounting
return
27. Type of chef
28. Barbie’s pal
29. Ford makes this
31. Goes with carrot
33. “Orange is the New
Black” character
34. Anno Domini (in the
year of Our Lord)
35. Unaccompanied
36. Wild goats
37. National capital
38. Freeholders
39. Smack
40. Expressed pleasure
41. Italian opera set
45. Gode Airport
48. Not or
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What’s the Difference?
There are four things different between Picture A and Picture B.
Can you find them all?
Last Week’s Puzzle Solutions
A
B
Answers: 1. Price on register display 2. Pink box has design
3. Woman’s shirt 4. Missing purple box on right
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Bye Bye Birdie Performances
Three Notch Theatre (21744 Coral Pl,
Lexington Park) – 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Monday, August 1
Team Trivia
The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200
Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7 p.m.
Randy Nelson “One Way Moe”
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275 Lore
Rd. Solomons)- 7 to 10 p.m.
Ghosts of Sotterley Auditions
Historic Sotterley Plantation(44300
Sotterley Lane in Hollywood)6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
CSM Twilight Performance Series:
Children’s Play
J.W. Williams Rd, Prince
Frederick– 6:30 p.m.
Sunset Concert Festival
O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake
Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m.
The Calvert County Times is always looking for more local
talent to feature! To submit art or band information for
our entertainment section, e-mail [email protected].
Please submit calendar listings by noon on the
Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
Minecraft Mania!
  
Charlotte Hall Library will host Minecraft Mania on Monday, August 8. One
one-hour session will be held for ages 69 years old from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and
one session for ages 10 years and older
will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Share
strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather raw materials
and create amazing structures. Registration opens 2 weeks before each program on www.stmalib.org.
Thursday, August 4
Rick Springfield to Perform LIVE!
Calvert Marine Museum (14200
Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)5 to 10 p.m.
Open Mic Night
Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 7:30 p.m.
Line Dance Lessons
Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store Rd,
Hughesville)- 7 p.m.
Movies on Main Street - Jurassic World
in 3D
The County Courthouse at Duke and
Main Streets in Prince Frederick8 to 11 pm.
Sotterley Farmer’s Market
Historic Sotterley (44300 Sotterley Ln,
Hollywood)- 8 a.m.
Saturday, July 30
Wild Card Trivia
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275 Lore
Rd., Solomons)- 7 to 9 p.m.
Twilight Performance: “Spirit of
Hispania: Hispanic Tales”
College of Southern Maryland, La
Plata Campus (8730 Mitchell Road,
La Plata)- 9 a.m.
Josh Airhart
Wednesday, August 3
Friday, July 29
Ben Connelly
Anglers Seafood Bar & Grill (275
Lore Rd., Solomons)- 6 to 9 p.m.
Sunset Concert Festival
O’Donnell Lake (10400 O’Donnell Lake
Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m.
Twilight Performance: “Spirit of
Hispania: Hispanic Tales”
College of Southern Maryland,
Leonardtown Campus (22950
Hollywood Rd, Leonardtown)- 6:30 p.m.
Finish Line Party
Leonardtown Library will hold a Finish Line Party for Teens on Tuesday,
August 9 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Charlotte Hall Library will hold a Finish Line
Party for Teens on Wednesday, August
10 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Hey teens! For
the first time ever, if you complete your
summer reading gameboard challenge,
you will be invited to attend our special
Finish Line Party! Food, Games, Prizes
- FUN! Ages 11-18 are eligible; Admission granted exclusively to Teen Summer Reading Volunteers and/or Finish
Line Ticket holders.
Minecraft Mania!
CSM Twilight performance Series: U.
S. Navy Band Sea Chanters
College of Southern Maryland (Prince
Frederick Campus, 115 J.W. Williams
Rd., Prince Frederick)– 6:45 p.m.
Cloud Computing
Leonardtown Library will hold Cloud
Computing 101 on Wednesday, August
10 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Have
you heard of the Cloud, but you’re not
quite sure what that means or where
to go to access it? Take a look at some
common cloud applications and learn
how easy and convenient cloud computing can be. Adult computer classes are
limited to ages 16 and up. Registration
required on www.stmalib.org or call
301-475-2846.
Team Feud
Dowell Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m.
Teen Tech Space
Lexington Park Library will hold a
Teen Tech Space on Tuesday, August 9
from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Open Computer
lab use for teens and tweens ages 11 to
18. Play Minecraft, Wii, games, computers and make crafts. Hang out, bring
your friends! No Registration.
Little Minnows
Calvert Marine Museum (14200
Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)10 to 11 a.m.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655
Charlotte Hall Road- 10 a.m.
Handmade at your Library
Lexington Park Library will hold
Handmade at Your Library on Saturday,
August 6 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A craft
program for beginner and experienced
do-it-yourselfers. Join us one Saturday
a month to make unique handicrafts.
We’ll supply the instructions and materials, and you bring the creativity. This
month’s craft will be rope bowls and
DIY watercolor mugs. This is an adults
only program. Registration required onwww.stmalib.org.
Tuesday, August 2
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Lexington Park Library will host
Minecraft Mania on Thursday, August
11. One one-hour session will be held for
ages 6- 9 years old from 10 a.m. to 12
p.m., and one session for ages 10 years
and older will be held from 2 p.m. to 4
p.m. Share strategies with other Minecrafters, explore new terrain, gather
raw materials and create amazing structures. Registration opens 2 weeks before each program onwww.stmalib.org.
  
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CarFit
Have you been driving a car that’s
unfamiliar to you? Have you had knee,
back, or hip surgery that makes it difficult for you to get into and out of your
car? Do you want to make sure you’re
driving as safely as possible? Then sign
up for the upcoming CarFit event to be
held at Loffler Senior Activity Center
on Friday, Sept. 30. Half-hour slots are
available between 12 and 4 p.m. CarFit
is an educational program created by the
American Society on Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA (American Automobile Association), AARP
and the American Occupational Therapy
Association. The program is designed
to help older drivers find out how well
they currently fit their personal vehicle,
to highlight actions they can take to improve their fit, and to promote conversations about driver safety and community
mobility. A proper fit in one’s personal
vehicle can greatly increase not only
the driver’s safety but also the safety of
others. Each driver will meet with a certified CarFit technician and an occupational therapist during their timeslot.
Participants will receive a roadside
safety kit from the Department of Aging
& Human Services.
For more information, or to register, call Sarah Miller at 301-475-4200,
ext. *1073, or email [email protected].
Living Well with Chronic
Disease
The Loffler Senior Activity Center
will conduct a six-week workshop on
how to manage your chronic health condition. The class meets at the center on
Thursdays, Aug. 4-Sept. 8, from 1-3:30
p.m. This is an evidence-based program developed by Stanford University
to help people with chronic conditions
take charge of their life by developing self-management skills, including
dealing with depression and fatigue,
pain management, working with health
care providers, and more. If you have a
chronic condition and are serious about
improving the way you feel, this is the
workshop for you. There is no charge for
taking this class; however, a commitment to regular attendance is needed for
good results. For more information, or to
sign up, stop by the reception desk or call
301-737-5670, ext. 1658, by Aug. 1.
St. Mary’s Department of Aging
Programs and Activities
Introduction to Stand Up
Paddleboard (SUP)
Learn the basics of getting on and off
a board and proper paddling and maneuvering techniques in this one hour
introductory class for adults ages 50 and
above. There will be a brief dry-land
introduction. Participants will begin sitting or kneeling on the board and, once
comfortable, move to the standing position. The course is taught by Dana Gregory, a World Paddle Association Paddle
Board Instructor with the Patuxent Adventure Center. The class does require
balance and stamina. Cost: $40, includes
instruction and use of a paddleboard,
paddle and PFD. The class is held at the
Camp Calvert Road Launch (below St.
Mary’s Ryken High School) on Wednesday, Aug. 3 from 9-10 a.m. Advance registration required; space is limited. Make
checks payable to: Patuxent Adventure
Center. Payment is due in advance at the
Garvey Senior Activity Center. To learn
more call, 301-475-4200, ext. *1062.
Tai Chi for Arthritis: The
Extension Movements
Medical studies confirm Tai Chi for
Arthritis relieves pain, reduces falls
and improves quality of life. This class
is a continuation from Tai Chi for Arthritis: The Core Movements. Students
will learn new movements and how to
incorporate the Tai Chi principles into
practice.
Prerequisite: Students must have taken Tai Chi for Arthritis: The Core Movements for at least one six-week session
prior to signing up for this course. The
class will be held at the Garvey Senior
Activity Center on Mondays, Aug. 22Oct. 3 from 8:15-9:15 a.m. To register for
this class, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
Athens - Ancient Supercity
On Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 10 a.m., the
Loffler Senior Activity Center will show
a documentary about the ancient city
of 5th century BC Athens, which became the wonder of the western world.
It boasted an advanced water system, an
urban center incorporating shops, commercial and government buildings, and
an architectural masterpiece, the Parthenon. Most of this was due to the determination of an influential statesman and
orator, Pericles. The video is 50 minutes
and is free. Seating is limited. Call 301737-5670, ext. 1658, or stop by the reception desk at Loffler to sign up.
Ceramic Tile Coasters
Come to the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Aug. 4 at 10 a.m.
to make a set of 4 ceramic tile coasters. There is no cost for this project and
all materials are supplied. If you want,
bring printed out photographs (on copy
paper, not photo paper) to use to personalize your coasters. Sign up by calling
301-737-5670 ext. 1658, or stop by the
Loffler reception desk.
Beach Shell Wall Letter
Make a beautiful shell covered wooden letter using gorgeous multi-colored
shells at the Garvey Senior Activity
Center on Thursday, Aug. 4 at 10 a.m.
Shells provided include urchins, starfish,
turbos, pectins, snails and other colorful shells to create this beautiful sampling of the sea. Shell covered letters are
an amazing way to add some color and
flavor to your home! Letters and shells
are provided; however, participants are
invited to bring their favorite shells from
home to include as well. The cost per
person is $6, payable in advance. When
registering, indicate the letter you wish
to decorate. To learn more, call 301-4754200, ext. *1050.
Hillwood Estate and MD
Live Trips
Council is sponsoring two one-day bus
trips in the month of September. The first
is to the Hillwood Estate, Museum &
Gardens in Washington, D.C., on Sept.
14. Price is $65 and includes luxury motorcoach transportation, admission to
Hillwood, morning meal of a breakfast
sandwich, hash brown, apple sauce, coffee or juice from Burger King, evening
refreshments and driver gratuity. The
trip departs from the Northern Senior
Activity Center at 9 a.m. The second
trip is to MD Live Casino in Hanover,
Maryland on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Price
is $40 and includes luxury motorcoach
transportation, $20 slot play, morning
and evening refreshments and driver
gratuity. Trip departs from the Northern
Senior Activity Center at 8 a.m. To sign
up and obtain more details on either trip,
please contact Council President Pat Myers at 301-884-8714.
Wii Bowling Tournament at
Northern
Council will host a Wii Bowling League
starting on Aug. 5 and it will be held for
six consecutive Fridays (excluding 8/12
and 8/19) at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Participants can play anytime
between 8:30-11:30 a.m. Cost for participating in the tournament is $10 and
is due at signup. All monies will be used
for the recognition day following the end
of the tournament on Sept. 30. To sign up
for the tournament, please visit the front
desk or call 301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
AARP Safe Driving Course
The next AARP Safe-Driving course
will be held at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 9
a.m.-2 p.m. (with an hour lunch break at
11:30). This program includes emphasis
on roundabouts, pavement markings,
stop-sign compliance, red-light running,
and safety issues such as speeding, seat
belt use, and turn signal use. The cost
is $15 for AARP members and $20 for
non-members, payable to AARP on the
day of class. Pre-registration is required
and can be accomplished by calling 301737-5670, ext. 1658. If you wish to order
a lunch from the center, the cost is $6
if you are under 60 and by donation for
those 60+ years of age. Lunch can be ordered at the same time you register for
the class.
Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom
Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 • Garvey Senior
Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050
Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101
Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/
aging for the most up-to date information.
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Southern Marylander You Should Know
By David Spigler
Contributing Writer
ZEMA “CHIEF ZEE” WILLIAMS
Photos provided by David Spigler
WELL KNOWN LEGENDARY MASCOT OF THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS
CBS Channel 9
covered the story
and interviewed
the “Chief” in
his hospital room
with his visitors
“Stoneyette” and
“Hog Ed” from
the
Hogettes.
Following that
latest setback,
you could spot
Zee
cruising
around FedEx
Field in a motorized scooter purchased for him
by Dan Snyder.
I could write so much more about this
great legend; my greatest memory of Zee
will always be the times when he and his
good friend, Cowboy Crazy Ray would
get together for their bi annual scrum during the Redskins and Cowboy games each
year. They were great friends and hosted
one another whenever their great rivals
met!
Whether you liked him or not, Chief
Zee made a difference for a great many
fans. He was unique and he bought a lot
of fun for our ‘Skins during the good days
as well as the bad times. Rest in Peace my
friend. I hope you have gone to that Big
Hunting Ground in the Sky! Wherever
you are, at least it is not Philly! Thanks for
the memories!
The Washington Redskins and the entire
“Redskin Nation” lost one of its greatest
fans with the unexpected death of Zema
Williams, known to all as “Chief Zee” on
July 18th. Anyone who has ever been to
RFK Stadium or FedEx Field or watched
the “Skins” on television over the past 4 decades knows of this iconic representative of
our NFL Football team. A strong, passionate and dedicated fan, Zee made it a point
to visit several tailgate parties prior to each
game and to visit many sections within the
stadium during the game to have his picture taken with fans who would rush to him
for the cherished photograph. He once stated he only missed a total of four games, all
due to funerals, during his nearly 40 year
reign as one of the Redskins biggest fans!
So you may be asking yourselves, why
am I writing about Chief Zee in a column
dedicated to “Southern Marylanders” who
have done great things for others? Honestly, Zee has a great many ties to this area and
actually lived in Dowell just north of Solomons for many years when he was a top
selling car salesman for County Chrysler in
Upper Marlboro. He would often join the
“Hogettes” during our Sunday Children’s
Hospital Benefits held at the old Bowen’s
Inn in Solomons and later at the American Legion Hall in Lusby. An ubiquitous
celebrity, you might have caught him at a
new store opening, or a car dealership promotion, or any number of charity events
hosted throughout the Tri County area. He
often appeared at the Calvert County Fair
and I believe he was scheduled to be at this
year’s event in late September. And who
has not seen those loud car dealer commercials with Zee and a group of Redskins
players doing their thing as the music blasts
you from your TV set?!? Not one of my
favorite TV spots, but it was a means for
the Chief to cash in on his celebrity status.
Chief Zee was a great friend of mine.
If you were a Redskin fan, you were his
“brother”. He ended every picture taking
event with a hug and a “God Bless You
Brother”. He loved people and he loved being “Chief Zee”, but it came at a great cost!
His very public life was a long tumultuous
roller coaster ride during the Redskins glory days mixed with many sad, unfortunate
experiences that took its toll on his health
all due to his great love for his team.
Zema was born in Georgia in the early
forties and picked cotton and worked as a
sharecropper. He later drove a truck. He
received his draft notice in 1960 and served
in the Army for two years at Fort Riley,
Kansas. He went back to driving trucks,
but by 1968 he was selling cars in Wash-
ington, DC. I remember driving up to Upper Marlboro to visit him at his dealership
one Saturday in 2001 only to learn he took
the day off to go visit sick children at Children’s Hospital in DC. While I stood in his
office, I was amazed to see the number of
awards and citations he earned not only as
a salesman, but as a charity volunteer fund
raiser throughout the metropolitan area.
He was the Top Salesman of the Year at
County Chrysler from 1999 thru 2001. He
had proclamations from Prince Georges
County, keys to cities and even had November 7, 1985 declared as “Chief Zee Day” in
Washington, DC. And, along with my fellow Hogettes and myself, he was inducted
into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as the
biggest fans of the Washington Redskins!
Yet, despite his well deserved reputation
and love from his great fan base, life was
not always easy for Zee. He seldom spoke
of his family life; he fathered nine children who love him, but their mothers, not
so much. He said the fame of being “The
Chief” cost him his family life and looking back, I think it played havoc in his inability to balance his public and private image. For years he met with criticism for his
decision to portray an Indian Chief replete
with a headdress of his own making. Many
Native Americans were taken back with his
use of the headdress as it is a central cultural item for many tribes. Many people,
including members of his own race have
said they find his portrayal of an American Indian to be offensive. The truth be
known, Zema’s grandmother is claimed to
have been a full blooded Seminole Indian.
I try not to take sides in these situations
when an apparent majority of folks support
those of us who are just trying to help people less fortunate than themselves through
use of an original idea or gimmick meets
with opposition. A survey conducted by
the University of Pennsylvania and reported in “Sports Illustrated” several years
ago asked 768 Native Americans if they
thought the term “Redskin” was discriminatory. Surprisingly, the results showed
only 9% of the respondents felt that way,
however 50% of these same folks felt those
mascots in “granny” dresses, wigs, white
bonnets and pig snouts were “disgusting”!
The article was accompanied by a photo
of “Big Georgette” and myself standing
behind the “Pig Pen” sign at FedEx! Isn’t
America great! Where else can you and
your critics have the freedom and ability to
express yourselves in ways and means you
see fit!
Continuing on with some of the low
points in Zee’s public life, many of you
may remember the time he was set upon by
Giant fans and pushed down an escalator
at Giants Stadium, the same venue where
fans are known to throw snowballs at Santa
Claus. Further, he was attacked by green
shirted thugs in the Veterans Stadium parking lot following a big Redskins victory
over the Eagles in 1983. He was beaten to
the point of unconsciousness. His original
costume was torn and his leg was broken
and he was left lying in his underwear. He
had to spend several days in a hospital there
in the “City of Brotherly Love”! He later lost
a big toe to an operation gone wrong when
a blood clot formed. Some may remember
Dave Spigler resides in Lusby at his home “Hog
Heaven” with his wife Deb. He has lived is Southern Maryland since 1979 and has been recognized
several times for his years of community service. He
received the “Calvert You Are Beautiful Award”
for 2013 and was recognized by the Knights of
Columbus of Maryland with its “Maryland Citizen of the Year” in 2011. Dave was a member of
the HOGETTES, the Washington Redskins “Biggest Fans” for 22 years. If you know of an unsung
hero of Southern Maryland, please contact Dave at
[email protected].
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A View From The
BLEACHERS
Unlikely Prudence
Washington QB Kirk Cousins pocketed
$2.7M total during his first four years in the
NFL. This coming season alone, Cousins
will earn $19.953M on a one-year franchise
tag.
Despite the unimaginable raise, the
prevailing suggestion, given the lucrative
quarterback marketplace, is that Cousins
should be insulted by the team’s disrespect
of his talent.
His accomplishments are inarguable: In
2015, the final year of his rookie contract,
Cousins led Washington to a division title,
set a single-season franchise record for
passing yards and provided a definitive exit
from the disastrous Robert Griffin III era.
And for all this, Cousins got “rewarded”
with a prove-it-again deal. Preposterous.
Washington should have showered Cousins with a long-term contract and football
riches reserved only for elite quarterbacks.
Instead, the organization slapped Cousins
with the one-year franchise tag and ultimately failed to reach a multi-year contract
extension by the July 15 deadline.
Washington did Captain Kirk dirty.
That’s the rhetoric being spewed by
many media spin doctors. The reality is
there’s nothing to see here. Two entities
By Ronald N. Guy Jr.
assessed a professional situation and made
individual business decisions. The world
will continue to rotate. Cousins will work
hard and, barring injury, start at quarterback this fall. Washington coaches will
work intensely to ensure his and the team’s
success. Should Cousins thrive in 2016,
the process will repeat itself again: Cousins
will either play under the franchise tag at
an increased 2017 salary of $24M or sign a
long-term contract.
While it is rare for franchised players to
actually play out the one-year contract and
almost unprecedented for quarterbacks to
do so, this scenario makes perfect sense for
both Washington and Cousins considering
the root of the impasse: a volatile quarterback market. This offseason, Andrew Luck
set the bar after signing a six-year, $140M
contract with Indianapolis. Meanwhile,
Brock Osweiler, an average signal-caller,
inked a four-year, $72M deal with Houston
that includes $37M in guarantees.
Where does Cousins fall on the LuckOsweiler continuum? Well, it’s hard to
say, hence the stalemate. The dollars that
Luck received provoked Cousins to bet on
himself and another big season; conversely,
the guaranteed money being commanded
by quarterbacks and Cousins’s relatively shallow resume (he’s just 11-14 as a
starter), gave Washington justifiable pause.
Nobody blinked during negotiations – so
here we are.
Given Washington’s compliment of offensive weapons, its shaky running game
and modest defensive talent, it is probable
that Cousins will throw often and compile
impressive numbers. It is also probable that
with each big statistical outing – victorious
or not – Washington’s front office will be
ripped for failing to lock up its quarterback.
Fair enough. Such debate moves the
needle. But not overpaying to reach a longterm deal was absolutely the right move.
With a salary cap of $155.3M and a 53-man
roster to fill, if a team pays elite quarterback money, it must ensure it will receive
elite quarterback play - and even if it does,
the inequitable allocation of financial resources produces uneven results.
Some of the best quarterbacks in the
league – Drew Brees, Aaron Rodgers, Ben
Roethlisberger and Russell Wilson – won
Super Bowls on below-market contracts.
After slipping on their rings and scoring
big deals, more Super Bowls didn’t always
follow. Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco
is the most obvious example of the elite
quarterback financial trap: After winning
the Super Bowl in 2013, Flacco signed a
six-year, $121M contract. The Ravens have
managed just one winning season since.
But he’s not alone: In 2012, two years after winning the Super Bowl, New Orleans
signed Brees to a five-year, $100M contract. In the four subsequent seasons, their
record is 32-32.
Considering its decades of instability at
the most important position in team sports,
Washington should feel fortunate to have
Cousins. And the hunch is a long-term deal
gets done next summer. But there was no
reason to rush to pay a relatively unproven
asset this year. Every team – athletic or
otherwise - needs its quarterback, but individual positions don’t sustain success and
win championships, teams do. Washington’s prudent handling of the Cousins negotiations was true to this formula.
Did I just use “Washington” and “prudent” in the same sentence?
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Wanderings
f an
o Aimless Mind
by Shelby Oppermann
Contributing Writer
Selected Forgetfulness
How funny is memory? How many
times have you been in a conversation with
someone from your past and mentioned
something you all did together, and the
other person says, “Wow, you have a great
memory, I don’t remember us doing that
at all”. Maybe you haven’t had that happen. This happens to me all the time with
friends all the way back to elementary
school, or friends even more recent. Sometimes it’s me and sometimes it’s them. Of
course, I can understand the more recent
times if there is wine or wineries involved.
Even more recently I understand having no
memory of anything because of a certain
new puppy.
What I don’t understand is memory and
married couples, or those in a committed
relationship. You are together EVERY day.
How can you each not remember everything that happens to you. I suppose people
that have been married over 20 or 30 years
should be exempt. But my husband and I
have only been married 15 years – maybe
we should be exempt too, there have been a
lot of wine related events and parties in our
lives. Is it selected forgetfulness, created
within to protect the brain, the heart, and
the soul? Has someone written a thesis or
a book on this subject? If not, I think I will
try (ha ha, like that will ever happen, and
I’ll forget about it in a half hour anyway).
Now all of us married folk know about
selected forgetfulness. Spouse #1: “You
remember, I asked if you wanted to go to
such and such an event two weeks ago on
July 7th at 4:32 p.m. while we were in the
car going to the grocery store, and it was
pouring rain, thundering and lightning,
and you were trying to listen to that urgent
weather report on the radio. How could
you forget this???” Or spouse #2: “I asked
you to pay that bill BEFORE the electric
got turned off!” Lines like these could go
on and on forever. I am still thinking that a
married person’s tape recorder would be a
good idea – just keep it rolling every time
you are together. I try to write things down
as soon as my husband tells me something
– like needing prescriptions renewed, etc. I
say, “Wait, let me get my notebook.” Then
I transfer some things to my phone calendar. But if you are on the phone, sometimes
it’s hard to get to your calendar – hence the
old-fashioned written notebook/day planner. If I didn’t have my notebook of daily,
monthly, and yearly lists I would be lost – I
am most of the time anyway.
Two Fridays ago, we thought about
going to an Orioles game, since I had to be
up in Baltimore for my Rheumatologist appointment anyway, but the heat was brutal
and it was supposed to rain. Later, on our
way home, I said, “I am glad we didn’t go to
the game. It would have been like when we
saw the Temptations at Wolf Trap, and we
had those lawn seats. Remember it started
pouring rain and all of us lawn people
were rushing to get under the concession
awnings?” My husband said, “We saw the
Temptations? Boy, you have a good memory, I don’t remember that.” I said, “Well everybody remembers different things – but
don’t know how you could forget that.” He
replied, “My gigabytes are full.” I looked at
him like what? I didn’t even know he knew
what a gigabyte was. He looked and said,
“Hey, I had gigabytes before anyone knew
what gigabytes were.” Today, I think I will
ask him what a gigabyte is just for fun –
just to see if he remembers.
To each new day’s adventure, Shelby
Please send your ideas or comments to:
[email protected] or find
me on facebook: Wanderings of an aimless
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A Journey Through
Time
by Linda Reno
Contributing Writer
The Slye Family
The Times Chronicle
Captain Chapman Augustus Slye, son
of George Robert Slye, Jr. (1835-1904)
and Georgeanna Maddox (1840-1925) was
born in Maddox on April 8, 1868. He married Mary Elizabeth Dyson (1876-1955,
daughter of Zachariah T. Dyson and Mary
Jane Herbert) on February 26, 1895 at Sacred Heart Church in Bushwood.
Chapman began working on the water as
a young boy. He was a helper on sailboats
and the old passenger and freight boats
on the Potomac River. Initially his work
involved delivering oysters in and around
the Chesapeake Bay. He then went to work
for the Harry Randall Steamboat Line and
soon worked his way up to captain. Captain Slye died April 16, 1941. He passed
along his love of the Potomac River, to two
of his sons. Both boys learned their trade
under the tutelage of their father and both
passed their master pilot’s exams as soon
as they each turned 21.
Captain Harry Elliott Slye (1896-1998)
and Commander Walter Chapman Slye
(1900-1979) were both well- known pilots
on the Potomac and the Chesapeake Bay.
It was said that the two often exchanged “a
brotherly greeting via short-wave radio” as
they passed each other while afloat.
Commander Walter Slye is better known
because of his association with the White
House. From the time of President Truman (1946) until President Johnson (Slye
retired a few weeks after Kennedy was
assassinated), he piloted four presidential
yachts.
“It was a wonderful job,” the commander told a reporter shortly before he left the
service. “I loved it when the Eisenhower
grandchildren and the Kennedy children
were around. I remember one day, though,
when a lot of the Kennedy children and
other children were around, running all
over. There were 14 kids aboard that 92foot Honey Fitz. That could make your hair
stand up a little bit.”
Chapman and Mary Elizabeth (Dyson)
Swann, in addition to other children, had
a daughter named Georgeanna Slye (19041961) who married Irving Hecht. Their son
was Norman E. Hecht who fathered an illegitimate daughter known today as A. M.
Homes, a well-known author.
About 2006, Ms. Homes contacted me
to assist her in finding out more about her
roots. Much of the information I provided
to her is quoted in her book “The Mistress’s Daughter” published by Penguin
Books in 2007.
The primary review reads: “The acclaimed writer A. M. Homes was given
up for adoption before she was born. Her
biological mother was a twenty-two-yearold single woman who was having an affair with a much older married man with a
family of his own. The Mistress’s Daughter is the ruthlessly honest account of what
happened when, thirty years later, her
birth parents came looking for her. Homes
relates how they initially made contact
and what happened afterwards, and digs
through the family history of both sets of
her parents in a twenty-first-century electronic search for self. Daring, heartbreaking, and startlingly funny, Homes’s memoir is a brave and profoundly moving consideration of identity and family.”
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IN THE MATTER OF PARIS SADE HOPEELL
FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO MALCOLM XAVIER DEWAYNE HOPEWELL
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The above petitioner has filed a petition for change of name in which
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