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Jan Gibson, owner of Infinite Errands says as long as it is legal, ethical and moral her concierge service is available to help.
Crowds of people lined the North Beach Boardwalk for the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday. Later, students of dance and music provided an evening performance at Town hall after the parade.
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By Corrin M. Howe Staff Writer Last year a Department of Natural Resources officer found a family who had no Christmas tree, no holiday decorations, no food and didnt know how they were going to pay their electric bill. According to Sgt. Mike Bomgardner these are the types of families for which Calvert Countys Annual Shop with A Cop program is designed. This year the program partnered with Calvert County schools, churches, food banks and previous families in the program to find approximately 70 atrisk youth. The countys Fraternal Order of Police and Optimist Clubs sponsor the event which pairs approximately 40 officers from the Sheriffs Department, Maryland State Troopers, DNR Police and Prince Georges County officers with youth for a shopping spree at Wal-Mart. The response has been tremendous as many different aspects of the community come together, said a representative from the Optimist Club.
them back home. In the past, the group went back to Outback for breakfast, but the group has outgrown their venue. The community support has been such
that this year Shop with a Cop included taking middle school students to Wal-Mart for back-to-school shopping. The organizers hope that they will be able to continue the before school shopping in the future.
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County Government Structure Being Revised
By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Between the County Commissioners and the Planning Commission, the structure of county government is poised for some changes. Effective as of Dec. 5, Planning and Zoning Department officials have restructured the department, making it more streamlined and user friendly, according to Director of Planning and Zoning Chuck Johnston. He said they have been working on the changes for the past couple of months, after getting the suggestion during his interview. Johnston himself has only been working for Calvert County for eight weeks. Under Planning and Zoning, there are four sub groups Board of Appeals, Policy Division, Development Review Division and Inspections and Permits. As part of the revisions, the long range planning division was moved from the planning and plan review division to the Policy division. Other divisions were renamed to be more descriptive of their functions. Johnston said the changes are not set in stone, and the department will continue to streamline their processes. Also approved is a change in the number of election districts for the County Commissioners. While there are currently three election districts and two at large members, County Commissioner President Susan Shaw said the board has asked the state legislature to change that to five election districts and eliminate the at large position. She said she doesnt anticipate a problem finding candidates in each election district. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Local residents came out to make their concerns known keeping pull tab machines in the area and saving jobs.
Crowds of people lined the North Beach Boardwalk for the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday. Students of Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet, pictured below, joined singers from Calvert High School and Windy Hill Elementary for an evening performance at Town hall after the parade. The Santa Claus that rode on the Chesapeake Water Park float sported a tank top.
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5th Annual Firewood for Families
Armed with trucks, wood splitters and cutters, axes and willing hands and spirit, more than 110 Summit Mens group members from Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown cut, loaded and delivered free firewood to 28 less fortunate families on Saturday. The men delivered between a half cord to three cords of firewood at each stop. For many, the firewood will be their only source of heat during the winter months, a press release states. This is the fifth consecutive year that Chesapeake Church has spearheaded the Firewood for Families endeavor. This year brought the largest number of volunteers and more than doubled the amount of deliveries, 90 percent of the deliveries were Calvert County residents. The need is out there and it is strong, said Chet Taylor, Chesapeake Churchs Summit Mens Leader. The men at the church answered the call to serve. I hear the stories of how the men who delivered the wood are just as touched as the firewood recipients when they return to the church. It is rather humbling. The majority of the families who received the firewood utilize the churchs Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry and others came from referrals. The food pantry serves more than 450 families every week. Im very thankful for the wood delivery, a Firewood for Families recipient said. I cannot thank the church (Chesapeake) enough as I use the food pantry, the twice a year oil changes and now the wood delivery. For the fifth straight year, Summit Mens Member Steve Krouse manned the splitter and cutter to help those who need help to stay warm this winter. I do this to serve the Lord, to help those in need, he said in a press release. This is my way of giving back to those less fortunate. As the men, women and even young children cut, split and loaded trucks for delivery, the Chesapeake Cares Serving Seniors team was preparing food for delivery around Calvert County. Hunger does not take the weekends off and the Serving Seniors provide hot meals on weekends. And later that same Saturday at Chesapeake Church, a 24-hour prayer event was held with the last hour culminating in an Unhindered praise worship led by the churchs praise band Scattered Leaves. Over 350 people were in attendance. Bottom line is those who attend Chesapeake Church have a servants heart, Taylor said. They are called and answer every time. Its contagious and the number of volunteering continues to grow. For more information on volunteer opportunities or learn about Chesapeake Church visit chesapeakechurch.org or call 410-257-0700. Chesapeake Church Notes: Christmas Eve Services entitled What The Shepherds Saw will be held at 2:30, 4, 5:30 and 7 p.m. Also the church is launching a Saturday service beginning Jan. 28, 2012, at 5 p.m.
The musical features a cast of wacky characters like Elfis, the Elvis of Elves, Jingles the comical horse, Santa Mouse and the Grinch and promises to be an entertaining holiday show combining song, dance, acting and performance to bring cheer to audiences for the holidays. The show goes on Saturday, Dec 10 at the Mary Harrison Center in Owings at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Information on obtaining tickets can be found by emailing HollyJollyShow@aol.com or by calling (301) 475-5265. To see a preview of the high-energy show or find out about the opportunities to hone dance skills at Gracies studio, visit www.graciesguysandgalsdancestudio.com. carriemunn@countytimes.net
Seventh and eighth grade National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students from Saint Mary of the Assumption School in Upper Marlboro, recently donated 355 books for pediatric patients at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Roman Huntley, right, presenting a book to Chad Lankford, Emergency Department RN, spearheaded the project after visiting his brother in the hospital. President of the NJHS, he and other honor students worked with the school and church to collect brand new books and the school sanctioned a Jersey Day where kids could wear a sports jersey to school if they dropped off a new book. Also pictured with the students are Principal Steven Showalter, left, Rev. William Foley, pastor, and William Clancey, vice principal and NJHS Advisor.
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deemed a major agricultural use, according to documents from county staff. Its a murky issue, weve never done what hes asking, said Bob Schaller, director of the St. Marys Department of Economic and Community Development. Schaller added that such a facility would mean much lower costs for local farmers who want to raise livestock for meat sale; currently they must ship their meat to a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)-certified facility in either in Virginia or Northern Maryland for processing. Having a processing facility locally, however small at first, makes sense to kickstarting another agricultural industry in Calvert, St. Marys and Charles counties, Schaller said. Thats the reason he wants it on Reeves Road, to make it a more central location for regional farmers, he said. Knott said the trailer he proposes to transport the already-slaughtered animals to his processing facility would be able to carry no more than seven beef carcasses at one time, limiting the traffic on Reeves Road. Potential traffic generated by his proposed slaughterhouse was one of the central concerns of nearby residents and resulted in significant community opposition. Its not going to have any impact, no noise, no smell, no traffic, Knott told The Calvert Gazette last week. The USDA man will be right there to put his stamp on it. Knott said because many Southern Maryland farmers abandoned farming tobacco to take part in the state-sponsored buyout 10 years ago, they need to find new industries to stay profitable. I hope they go back to livestock to save their farms, Knott said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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On Dec.4 at 11:30 a.m., Trooper First Class Evans responded to the Fast Stop in St. Leonard for a reported theft. Gas was taken and the vehicle left without payment. Investigation continues.
On Nov. 30 at 3:03 p.m., Trooper First Class Sorenson responded to the 11800 block of Crown Dr. in Dunkirk for a reported burglary. A home was broken into and four electric guitars were stolen. Investigation continues.
On Nov. 30 at 10:41 p.m., Trooper Williams responded to the Fast Stop in St. Leonard for a shoplifting complaint. Ronald L. Bowie, Jr., 21, of Prince Frederick, was arrested for shoplifting and was also found to have an open warrant through Montgomery County, police reported. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
On Dec. 3 at 12:57 a.m., Trooper Esnes stopped a vehicle for traffic violations at Little Cove Point Rd. and Rudolph Lane in Lusby. Amy M. Blount, 33, of Lusby, was found to be in possession of cocaine and marijuana, police alleged. She was charged and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.
On Dec. 3 at 11:28 a.m., Sr. Trooper Gill responded to the EZ Thai Restaurant in Prince Frederick for a destruction of property complaint. Unknown suspect(s) cracked the plate glass front window of the business. Investigation continues.
On Dec. 3 at 2 p.m., Sr. Trooper Gill responded to the Running Hare Vineyard in Prince Frederick for a reported burglary. The business was entered after hours and money was stolen from the cash register. Investigation continues.
On Dec. 3 at 10:43 p.m., Trooper Matthews responded to the 1900 block of Constitution Drive in St. Leonard for a reported destruction of property. A mailbox was destroyed. Investigation continues.
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A 2008 legal notice showed the company was the subject of a foreclosure sale by UrbanAmerica, a previous partner, to recoup $5.5 million. UrbanAmerica did not return a phone call seeking information about the sale. DHCD, the agency whose new headquarters Williams is supposed to build, rejected a loan application from him for senior living apartments he wanted to build in 2005 and 2006. In response to a Maryland Public Information Act request, the department would not release information about its reasons for rejecting Williams loan application, saying that was private information not covered under the state public information law.
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future home. Financial concerns are one component of the stench. Abandoning the agencys current headquarters owned by taxpayers in Crownsville for a new $170 million development in New Carrollton will cost about $3 million per year in rent, not counting any state financing for the developer. Even more important, the state is broke and legislators likely will raise taxes next year to cover core expenses. But money and economics are not the only issues. Carl S. Williams is the other. He is the developer who for years has been trying to build the large mixed-use project known as Metroview that the state selected as the new DHCD headquarters. Williams will not discuss his background with me. And his record has so far been shrouded by the state, which chose his project over 16 others but will not release the bids, which include information on the background of the developers, their financing and past history. Williams is part of a development group, but the state will only release his name and the fact that he is from Prince Georges County both important factors for a project to be built there.
As it turns out, its easy to see why Williams would like to maintain a low profile. Public records raise many questions about Williams ability to finance the $170 million project, his credibility and the prevalence of crony capitalism in Maryland. This comes on the heels of legal troubles for two Prince Georges County political figures former County Executive Jack Johnson, who pleaded guilty to a federal extortion charge for shaking down developers and business owners, and state Sen. Ulysses Currie, the former head of the Budget and Taxation Committee who is facing possible legislative censure after a federal jury acquitted him of corruption charges in hiding his financial connection to Shoppers Food Warehouse while advocating on the companys behalf. Public records show that Williams is firmly entrenched with Democrats. Williams gave $19,000 to candidates from the states dominant party from 2003 to 2011, including $4,000 to Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, $4,000 to Currie and $1,400 to Johnson. The records also reveal someone with many debts rising from his businesses, The Carl Williams Group and the nonprofit St. Paul Community Development Corp. The Carl Williams Group website lists the firm as a partner in Metroview. However, according to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, the company status is forfeited. This means its existence has been ended by the State for some delinquency.
DHCD is not known for its high lending standards. One of its questionable decisions, according to a state audit, was extending $385,000 to Tom Kiefaber, the previous owner of the Senator Theatre in Baltimore. When Kiefaber defaulted on that loan, DHCD loaned him another $378,000. Prince Georges County court records show judgments against Williams in relation to his capacity as head of St. Paul Community Development Corp. He owes MMA Capital Corp. $1,995,611.97 from a 2009 judgment listed as still active. In 2005, LaSalle Bank won a judgment against him of $718,468.21. That case is closed. Publicly available tax records from 2006 to 2008 list Williams as executive director of the nonprofit St. Paul Community Development Corp., where his salary reached $125,000 in one of those years. Also of note: The Carl Williams Group spent $125,000 lobbying the state legislature in 2008 the same year as the $5.5 million foreclosure sale noted above and one year before the nearly $2 million judgment against him. Bills listed as subjects of lobbying include one that codified transit-oriented development, important for Metroview, and one to allow bond proceeds to be used for tax increment financing in Prince Georges County. According to Prince Georges County court records, The Carl Williams Group did not pay Gally Public Affairs, its lobbyist, in full. A judgment against the company for Publisher Thomas McKay $73,801.96 in 2010 is still acAssociate Publisher Eric McKay tive. Eric Gally did not return a Editor Sean Rice phone call for comment. The members of the state Graphic Artist Angie Stalcup Board of Public Works Gov. Office Manager Tobie Pulliam Martin OMalley, Treasurer Advertising sales@somdpublishing.net Nancy Kopp and ComptrolEmail info@somdpublishing.net ler Peter Franchot should Phone 301-373-4125 not vote on the project when it comes before them withStaff Writers out knowing Williams backGuy Leonard Law Enforcement Sarah Miller Government, Education ground. It would be like hiring Corrin Howe Community, Business someone without a resume, interview and background check. Contributing Writers The agencys current Joyce Baki building is already owned by Keith McGuire the state and meets its needs, so the proposed move should be P. O. Box 250 . Hollywood, MD 20636 cancelled. Maryland taxpayers deserve better than a secretive, The Calvert Gazette is a weekly newspaper providing news and information for the residents of expensive deal at a time they Calvert County. The Calvert Gazette will be available on newsstands every Thursday. The paper is can least afford it. published by Southern Maryland Publishing Company, which is responsible for the form, content, and policies of the newspaper. The Calvert Gazette does not espouse any political belief or endorse any Marta Hummel Mossburg product or service in its news coverage. Articles and letters submitted for publication must be signed is a senior fellow at the Maryand may be edited for length or content. The Calvert Gazette is not responsible for any claims made land Public Policy Institute. by its advertisers.
lowed per year, like weddings, reunions, concerts, picnics, parties, political fundraisers, for example. Additionally, the Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board (APAB), citizens connected to farming and appointed by the commissioners, wants to be able to approve or deny each event at their monthly meetings. Working farms, including vineyards, are often beautiful and scenic locations for events like weddings and those just listed above. The members of the APAB do not want these events on farms. They embrace traditional agriculture. However, other Advisory Boards including the Economic Development Commission, the Tourism Advisory Commission, the Agriculture Commission, which promotes agriculture, and others disagree. They point out that weddings and other events draw guests and tourists to our hotels and restaurants and make our whole local economy viable while encouraging a positive attitude about agriculture and greater knowledge of local farms. Do you see how complicated zoning and allowed uses become? What is your opinion on this controversial topic? Should a vineyard be allowed to host weddings and concerts, as in other counties? If so, with what restrictions? Should a farm also host an agricultural education center? To make comments on either of these zoning issues, go to www.co.cal.md.us, then Planning and Zoning on the home page or call 410-535-1600 and ask for Planning and Zoning. How business-friendly should Calvert County be regarding preservation areas? Stay tuned as this debate continues.
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John Clifton Firebaugh, 89, of Lothian, MD died Dec. 5, 2011 at his home. Surviving are his beloved wife Ruby L. Firebaugh; sons Barry L. Firebaugh and his wife Linda of Sykesville, MD and John C. Firebaugh, Jr. and his wife Juanita of Severn, MD and seven grandchildren. Friends were received on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD where services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. For information visit www.RauschFuneralHomes.com.
Bernard is survived by his wife Dorothy T. Greenwell of Brandywine, MD; four sons, Bernard R. Greenwell, Jr. of Cape Coral, FL, Michael D. Greenwell of Broomes Island, MD, A. John Greenwell and his wife Kim of Lusby, MD, and Gary S. Tippett and his wife Donna of Brandywine, MD. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters Betty Gibson and her husband Jim of Drum Point, MD and Dale Cusick of North Beach, MD. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred and Paul Greenwell. Friends were received on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where services were held Wednesday December 7, 2011. Interment followed at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, www.RauschFuneralHomes.com.
Marjorie Lortz, 81
Marjorie Doris Lortz, 81, of Port Orange, FL, formerly of Lusby, MD passed away on November 29, 2011 in Daytona Beach, FL. She was born on December 2, 1929 in Washington, DC to the late Patrick and Alberta Thomas Ketner. Marjorie is survived by her son, Wallace Thomas Campbell and his wife Helen of Frisco, TX; brother, Robert T. Ketner and wife Grace of Lusby, MD; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, William David Lortz, and brother, Ernest F. Ketner. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 16, 2011 from 10 11 a.m. in the Rausch Funeral Home, Lusby, MD where a funeral service will be offered at 11 a.m. with Rev. David Graves officiating. Interment will follow in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.
the bounty with his friends and neighbors, and loved visiting and spending time with family, friends and people in his community. Bunny was preceded in death by his parents and by siblings George, Reginald, Carl, Ray, Emma and Edna Nutwell. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Mary Louise (Randall) Nutwell, a son John B. Nutwell, Jr. and wife Deborah, and grandson J. Ross Nutwell, all of Pasadena, and by a greatgrandson Mason Ross Nutwell of Ft. Lauderdale FL. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. Friends and family were received Wednesday Nov. 30 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD. Funeral services and a celebration of Bunnys life was held on Thursday Dec. 1, 2011 at Cedar Grove U.M. Church in Deale, MD. Interment followed at St. James Parish Cemetery in Lothian, MD. Expressions of sympathy in Bunnys name may be made to Cedar Grove U.M. Church, 753 Masons Beach Rd, Deale, MD 20751. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, www.RauschFuneralHomes.com.
Jack Vickery, 66
Jack Pulliam Vickery, 66, a resident of Owings, MD since 1979 passed away Nov. 27, 2011 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. Jack was born September 28, 1945 in Washington, D.C. to Ottie Inez (Pulliam) and Roger Burton Vickery. He was raised in Suitland, MD and graduated from Suitland High School, class of 1963. Jack was employed as a chief engineer managing HVAC systems in office buildings in the District of Columbia. He had been retired since 2009. In his leisure time Jack enjoyed NASCAR, fishing and hunting, and for many years owned racehorses that ran at local racetracks. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Lorraine L. Martin. He is survived by daughters Deborah L. Martin of Owings, Tammy J. Heinrich and husband Dewey of Prince Frederick, MD, and Kristine Martin. He is also survived by grandchildren Jaimie, Marissa, Nick, Justin, Jessica, Nicole and Mike, and by a brother George Thomas Tommy Vickery and wife Maria of University Park, Sarasota, FL, and their children Brian, Michelle and Christopher. Friends and family were received Friday Dec. 2 at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, where funeral services and a celebration of Jacks life were held Saturday Dec. 3. Interment will be private. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings, MD, www.RauschFuneralHomes.com.
John Nutwell, 91
John Bunyan Bunny Nutwell, 91, passed away Nov. 26, 2011 at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie, MD. Bunny was born Dec. 25, 1919 in Deale, MD to Marion Fennimore and Edna (Sherbert) Nutwell, and resided his entire life on the historic Nutwell Farm Loch Eden in Deale until moving with his wife Mary in 2009 to Pasadena, MD to live with their son John and his wife Debbie. Bunny attended Traceys School in Tracys Landing, MD, and was a lifelong farmer. Over the years Bunny was employed at the Maryland Tobacco Growers Association, worked as a carpenter for his cousin Bill Nutwell and for his brother Ray in his appliance business. For over 25 years Bunny was a funeral assistant with Rausch Funeral Home in Owings, MD, retiring in 2000. Bunny was a lifelong member of Cedar Grove United Methodist Church in Deale where he served in numerous positions including Sunday School Superintendent for fifteen years. Bunny enjoyed gardening and sharing
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Southern Middle School teachers take a team photo before the Fourth Annual Staff vs. Students Basketball game.
Southern Middle School crowd was more tame than the two teams they came to watch. Rarely did any play evoke more than a couple of students to stand and cheer.
Eighth Grader Darien Chase, left, represents the students, Lorraine Dunigan represents the teachers as Referee Mark Wilding starts the game.
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The Calvert Gazette is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail sarahmiller@countytimes.net.
The father of three said he manages the band and handles marketing and booking tenaciously with the support of his wife of 16 years. Weve been blessed and lucky that weve been steadily making a name for ourselves seeing the crowds at our shows grow and are excited to have already booked Veras, Hotel Charles and Gilligans Pier for the upcoming year, Smith said. With a tight, professional sound adaptable to the size of the venue, Synergy plays with no amps on stage, eliminating extra noise and working with a sound technician to ensure a high-quality sound. With a playlist based off of audience feedback what gets people singing along, dancing, or pumped up Synergy focuses on musicianship and keeping the crowd engaged. Synergy recently picked up the sponsorship of Bully Bling Energy Drink, whose promotional help, along with Facebook networking and Smiths pavement pounding, have led to the band playing all over the tricounty area and beyond. Band t-shirts will come out at Synergys Dec. 10 show at Hotel Charles with the Sam Grow Band and will celebrate their official first birthday as a band at Lisas Pub in Indian Head this New Years Eve. The group also plays private parties and special events and can be reached for booking details at SynergyBand@ymail.com. Its a busy life, Smith said, But totally worth it. carriemunn@countytimes.net
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focus on Lost Landmarks and the bones of the past hidden around us. Learn to look with new eyes at places you pass every day and understand how the past informs our lives today. Thursday, December 15, features Laura Trieschmann discussing how the country store played a major role as both a commercial and social center. The talks begin at 7 p.m. in the museum auditorium and are free. For more information about the 2011-2012 PEM Talks Series, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. Dunkirk Baptist Church will host our annual Christmas Shoppe Elf Xtravaganza for the needy from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. Please Call Dave Walton to register, volunteer or make donations: 301-775-6241 Dunkirk Baptist Church invites you to join us at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 for our Christmas Cantata Worship Service. For more information call: 301-855-3555 or click: www. dunkirkbaptistchurch.org The Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum invites you to share in a holiday tradition as their conductors read a classic childrens Christmas story, The Polar Express, on Thursday, December 22, at 6 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. After each reading there will be a tour of Chesapeake Beach on the Holiday Trolley. Space is limited and reservations are required. Learn more about this event at www.cbrm.org or call the museum at 410-257-3892. You may reserve your space online at http://www.planetreg.com/ E101111521898. Looking for things to do with the family during the holidays? The Calvert Marine Museum offers programs throughout the school holiday. Each day from December 26 through December 30 you can discover interesting facts about sea life. Did you know horseshoe crabs have been around since dinosaurs? What good are jellyfish? On Friday, December 30, visit the Discovery Room for a hands-on lesson about the different kinds of turtles that can be found in our area. On Monday, January 2, kids can
The Lusby Business Association presents the Lusby Town Centers tree lighting on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Bank of America. Santa Claus will arrive in grand style courtesy of the Solomons Fire Department and kick off the holiday season with the official tree lighting. Other activities include live music, pictures with Santa Claus and local business giveaways. The event is free and open to the public. www.shoplusby. com Saturday, Dec. 10, join the Town of North Beach and the North Beach Business Loop for an evening of holiday shopping, caroling and cheer. Beginning at dusk, the streets will be lined with candles and businesses will be open late with specials, holiday refreshments and more. Sing along with local carolers and let the holiday spirit take over. See you at the beach! For more information, visit www.northbeachmd.org. On weekends through Dec. 11, the Twin Beach Players will present A Christmas Carol at the North Beach Firehouse banquet hall. This all-childrens musical performed by the Twin Beach Players Youth Troupe will put you in the holiday spirit. The Twin Beach Players Youth Troupe includes students in the first through 12th grades who are interested in learning all aspects of the theater, from acting to working as stage manager. Friday and Saturday the show begins at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. For more information, visit online: www.twinbeachplayers.com. On Sunday, Dec. 11, Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church will host the 10th annual TUBACHRISTMAS concert at 4 p.m. Local musicians look forward to this unique holiday celebration. All low brass players in the local area are welcomed to play in the group. TUBACHRISTMAS features traditional Christmas carols arranged for tuba and baritone horn players. The performance is open to the public and free. www.tubachristmas.com.
Surround yourself with one-of-a-kind, handmade creations at Annmarie Gardens annual Garden in Lights. Mythical creatures, spectacular wild animals, illuminated works of art, hidden beasts, romantic dancers and more will delight all ages. Dont forget to ask for a holiday I spy program. After your walk, enjoy a hot drink, entertainment, the Ornament Show and the Celebrations Glass Exhibit in the Arts Building. Garden in Lights runs through January 1, 2012. Check the website for more information: www.annmariegarden.org. The American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) will host a Greens Sale Prep Day and Wreath Making Workshop on Friday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For $25 you will make at least two wreaths, one to take home and one for donation to the annual Greens Sale. If you donate both wreaths, you can join them for free! Lunch is provided and registration is required. Contact the office at 410-414-3400 or visit online, www.acltweb.org. All proceeds from the sale go to Parkers Creek Preserve managed by the American Chestnut Land Trust. The frost is on the pumpkin and Christmas is around the corner. All Saints Church will hold their annual Christmas Market on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craftspeople will help with all your Christmas shopping. To add to the holiday spirit you will find baked goods, hot chocolate and glhwein. Lunch will be available. Rain, snow or shine, of course! For more information, call 410-257-6306 or visit www.allsaints1692.org.
Looking for a traditional wreath for your door? Attend the Greens Sale & Beach Hayride at the Parkers Creek Preserve managed by the American Chestnut Land Trust on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Purchase freshcut decorative evergreens, drink hot cider and take the family on a beach hayride. The greens sale benefits the Warriors Rest Sanctuary. For more information, visit www.acltweb.org. Discover downtown Prince Frederick on Saturday, Dec. 10, at Artwalk. Enjoy shopping, great food, art and music as you explore stores, galleries and nonprofit organizations along Main Street, Duke Street and in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center from noon to 5 p.m. Participating businesses will offer donated art, coupons and gifts for a $1 raffle ticket drawing at each business. Artwalk attendees can visit each business on the map and buy as many raffle tickets as they wish, putting the ticket in specially wrapped raffle gift boxes located next to the items of their choice. Raffle proceeds benefit Safe Harbor. Drawings will be held at 4:30 p.m. at each business. Winners will be notified the following week. For more information on participating businesses and to download a map, visit www.artwalkprincefrederick.com.
Trinity United Methodist Churchs Chancel Choir will present their annual cantata Sunday, Dec. 11 at the 9:30 and 11 a.m. worship services. This years performance is the Christmas favoriteHandels Messiah. The cantata is free and open to the public. Make plans to attend this beautiful performance. For more information, visit www.trinityumchurch.org. Enjoy PEM Talks at the Calvert Marine Museum with thoughtful discourse on paleontology, the environment and maritime history, the three themes covered by the museums exhibits. The 2011-2012 PEM Talks
take special tours of the Drum Point Lighthouse and learn what life was like for children stationed at the lighthouse with their families. Check the Calvert Marine Museum website, www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, for complete listings and registration information. All programs are free with museum admission. Start off your New Year with an invigorating swim in the Chesapeake Bay! Join the crowd at North Beach as they run across the beach into the chilly waters for the annual Polar Bear Plunge. After, everyone will warm up beside a large beach bonfire and enjoy a hot drink. It is great fun for all ages both to participate and to watch! The fun starts at 1 p.m. at the beach located at the intersection of 5th Street and Bay Avenue. (www.ci.north-beach.md.us)
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Michelangelos Hair Salon & Day Spa: December 7th 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Special Rates on Sunkissed Tanning: December 10th 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Memberships Express Fitness of Lusby: December 10th 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. & Tanning
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