2018-07-12 St. Mary's County Times
2018-07-12 St. Mary's County Times
2018-07-12 St. Mary's County Times
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St. Mary’s THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2018
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WE’RE GOING TO BE KEEPING UP A LARGE, DILAPIDATED
BUILDING IN HUGHESVILLE IF WE DON’T MOVE SOON
COMMISSIONER PRESIDENT JAMES “RANDY” GUY ON BUILDING A NEW ANIMAL SHELTER.
Local News 3
Cops & Courts 10
In Our Community 12
Feature16
Education 19 In Local
Obituaries 22 Page 4
Community Calendar 24 In Community
Senior Calendar 25 Page 13
Library Calendar 25
Sports 26
Contributing Writers 28
Business Directory 30
Entertainment 31
In Education
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Commissioners Approve
$30 Million in Debt
By Guy Leonard “I don’t want to have to pay interest on
Staff Writer money I don’t need,” Hewitt said, add-
ing that the project could be moved out a
The county commissioner board ap- year in the capital construction budget.
proved a measure Tuesday to sell mil- Jeannett Cudmore, the county’s chief
lions of dollars-worth in general obliga- financial officer, said the county had al-
tion bonds to fund infrastructure proj- ready spent $7.1 million towards com- CAMPAIGN KICKOFF FAYE WHEELER
ects around St. Mary’s. pleting the FDR Boulevard connections FOR CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
The $30 million in bonds includes and the $10 million was essentially a
funding for the asphalt overlay of county way to reimburse the county. FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2018 • 6PM-10PM
roads and continued work in the Patux- John Deatrick, director of the Depart-
ent Park neighborhood.
OLDE BRETON INN
ment of Public Works and Transporta- 21890 Society Hill Road
The asphalt overlay project accounts tion, said the project was essentially a Leonardtown, MD 20650
for $2.5 million of the bond sale, while year behind due to the problems sur- Dinner & Refreshments by Bailey’s Catering
the Patuxent Park project will take up rounding property acquisition; there
$5.6 million. were more than 50 rights of way that had Please join me as I kick off my campaign for St. Mary’s County Clerk
The bond sale also includes $1.1 mil- of the Circuit Court. This will be a fundraising event and I’d like to
to be purchased.
lion to replace the roof at Piney Point El- personally invite you to attend. Enjoy dinner, mingle with old and
Much of the project money was be- new friends and participate in a silent and live auction.
ementary School in Tall Timbers. ing spent now on Phase 1C, Old Roll-
The largest expenditure in the bond ing Road to Kennegad Drive and Phase I’m dedicated to bringing professionalism and integrity to the
package though, was $10 million to 3, from Chancellors Run Road to Pegg citizens of St. Mary’s County through the clerk’s office. I greatly
complete FDR Boulevard. Road, of the road project, Deatrick said. appreciate your support and ask for your vote of confidence through
Commissioner Mike Hewitt was con- The bond measure also includes $4.9 the campaign and into the November election.
cerned that while the county may bor- million for county radio system up- Please RSVP and purchase your tickets ($35 each or $60 per couple)
row the $10 million to complete the grades and $4.2 million for the Leonard- or become a sponsor by calling Brenda Farrell: 240-298-2368 or
long-awaited project, it would not im- town Library and Senior Center Project. MaryKay Myers: 301-904-2064.
mediately spend it because the county The measure passed by a unanimous If you are unable to attend and would like to make a donation, please send
had not been able to secure the purchase vote. your donation to: Friends of Faye Wheeler, c/o MaryKay Myers,
of right-of-way land from current prop- PO Box 1, Coltons Point, MD 20626
erty holders. guyleonard@countytimes.net
301-884-3011 • schoenbauer.com
30507 Potomac Way, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
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Pleads to Robbery
flying classroom for the USNTPS curric- pilots, engineers, artisans, supply chain
ulum, is a custom tailored C-26A Metro- specialists, program managers, test rep-
liner equipped with military equipment resentatives, and other crew members
and subsystems. A custom tailored sim- who worked side-by-side at the modifi-
By Guy Leonard door to insure no ulation lab was also built in conjunction cation site in San Antonio, Texas. The
Staff Writer one else could with the aircraft to have matching crew project structure reduced programmatic
enter. stations. The ASTARS objective is for cycle times while maintaining the air-
One of four men accused of committing One of the students to familiarize themselves with craft’s configuration control.
armed robbery at St. Mary’s College of men — charg- the aircraft and its systems in a simu- The approach was another example
Maryland, where they had all matriculat- ing documents lation lab before flying airborne for the of extraordinary effort coordinated by
ed as students, pleaded guilty to one count do not specify first time which increases the efficiency AIRWorks bringing together warfare
of robbery in St. Mary’s County Circuit which of the de- of flight time spent with instructors in center talent, industrial partnerships and
Court Monday. fendants com- the air. USNTPS’ original ASTARS is emerging technologies. In partnership
Marquis Xavier Bullett of Columbia mitted a certain Bullett a divested P-3; ASTARS II is a leased with NAWCAD’s Aircraft Modification
was a basketball player at the college act in the dormi- modified Saab 340 and the contract will Prototyping and Production (APSD)
when he and Judge Payne, 18, of Laurel, tory room — demanded that the victim end in fall 2018. group, AIRWorks has provided the
Kyndle Terrell-Jones, 18, of Owings Mills give them “everything he has” or they “The amount of proactive collabora- Navy affordable alternatives including
and Kevin Makle, 18, of Finksburg alleg- would take it by force. tion on this project is unprecedented,” rapid prototype and production of the
edly stormed into another student’s room Two of the men then began to beat the said Jerry Swift, director of NAWCAD’s H-60 gunner seat, integration of V-22
at gunpoint to rob him of marijuana and victim numerous times with closed fists; AIRWorks, the systems integration of- ballistic missile protection and C-27
cash in February. one of them produced a small black semi- fice that cultivates the command’s or- maritime intelligence, surveillance and
Bullett’s plea deal allowed him to es- automatic handgun from their waistband ganic capability to develop rapid warf- reconnaissance modifications.
cape charges of armed robbery and sec- and brandished it in front of the victim, ighter solutions. With facilities in Patuxent River,
ond-degree assault as well as theft. detectives said. In fall 2015, the U.S. Government gave Maryland; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and
He will serve 18 months in jail, court One of the defendants stole two ounces the C-26A to the USNTPS after it re- Orlando, Florida, NAWCAD supports
records show. of marijuana from a table in the room, tired from conducting counter narcotics the research and development, engineer-
The alleged robbery took place at about while another demanded the victim hand missions along the Mexican border. The ing, test and evaluation of all Navy and
3:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Warring Commons over the rest. aircraft arrived with minimal documen- Marine Corps air vehicle systems and
dormitory suite on campus when all four One of the suspects searched the dorm tation and maintenance records requir- trainers.
men entered the dorm of the victim, who room and found a small blue box, police ing extensive work in order to meet Fed- For more information about NAW-
police have not named, and used a hand- said, that contained six more ounces of eral Aviation Administration standards. CAD, please go to www.navair.navy.
gun to rob the victim of money, marijuana marijuana and stole it. It also required unique modifications to mil or follow us on Facebook at https://
and a lockbox, charging documents stated. Another of the group stole $40 from the meet the school’s flying classroom re- www.facebook.com/MyNAWCAD/.
Three of the men entered were inside victim’s wallet as well. quirements for future curriculum. NAWCAD Public Affairs
the dorm room, sheriff’s detectives stated The aircraft’s upgrade was a group
in court papers, while one remained at the guyleonard@countytimes.net
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After writing to the county
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in its earlier missive. filling restaurants and staying in ho-
“The [addition to] the BMX track tels,” Morgan said.
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She defeated long-time court system employee and program manager Pete
Cucinotta in a close race.
After two counts for absentee ballots and one round of provisional balloting,
NO PETS
Burch won 2,804 votes to Cucinotta’s 2,675.
Burch currently works in the Circuit Court clerk’s office in Leonardtown.
She will face Faye Wheeler, a Democrat, in the November general election.
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Wheeler has worked in the clerk’s office for the last 25 years.
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5th Annual
Two Sites Considered for Animal Shelter
Blueberry By Guy Leonard
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Other sites included par-
cels of land along Loveville
Road but the lack of water
and sewer there as well as
environmental concerns at
one site made those less
desirable.
Commissioners said,
though, that the Town
of Leonardtown had to
agree to the property along
Route 5 was suitable; the 28-acre piece County made no decision on selecting “We’re going to be keeping up a large,
was owned by Marrick Homes but was a parcel at their regular meeting but dilapidated building in Hughesville if
set aside for the town’s eventual use. viewed the two parcels in California and we don’t move soon,” Guy said.
Marvin Steiner The property along FDR Boulevard, Leonardtown with the most favor. Leonardtown Mayor Dan Burris said
Commissioner President James many questions remained about the pos-
23905 Hollywood Rd. running behind the First Colony Shop-
ping Center, is three parcels comprising “Randy” Guy said the county govern- sible facility in Leonardtown, particu-
Hollywood, MD 20636 ment should move soon to ensure the larly about residents’ reaction and how
60 total acres.
301-373-4530 The Commissioners of St. Mary’s new facility is built and operating since it would affect the town’s waste water
Charles County is already moving for- treatment plant capacity.
ward with constructing its own shelter “The main thing is what the residents
and Calvert County has nearly finished of Clark’s Rest think about a shelter in
their new animal shelter and is planning their community that houses about 200
to open it this fall. animals,” Burris said. “I’m not sure
This would leave St. Mary’s County about it being in the middle of a desig-
funding the aging and often crowded nated development district.”
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10 Cops & Courts The County Times Thursday, July 12, 2018
DANIEL A. M.
ters in Leon- Melvin Jerome Price, age 55, of Clem-
ardtown. The ents, violated a current Peace Order by
victim advised contacting a protected party. Price was
SLADE, L.L.C.
Hunter Douglas charged with Peace Order: Fail to Com-
Dunn, age 25 of ply. CASE# 34586-18
Hollywood, smashed a sandwich in the
victim’s face, pushed the victim, and St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office
LOKER BUILDING strangled the victim. Visible injury was
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No Child Behind over Summer around last year’s need for expansion “… to say, ‘We’ve This summer’s Lunch and Learn kicked off Monday,
got a longer summer; we will make sure kids can be fed July 9 and will continue Monday – Thursday of each week
five days a week, with support on the weekends, for twelve through August 16. At the Lexington Park and Greenview
weeks while school is out.’ I mean, I think that speaks to Knolls Elementary, Lunch and Learn is held from 11 a.m.
the community’s response.” Binkley adds families pro- – 12:30 p.m.; Carver Elementary will hold its program
vide essential feedback, but that “Everyone seems pretty from 12 – 1:30 p.m. Lunch at the Library will be held on
happy and excited. Families will call us starting in April, Fridays during this period (through August 17) at the Lex-
asking ‘Are you going to have Lunch and Learn? Do you ington Park Library from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., moving
know what activities you’re going to have?” over to Monday – Friday from August 20 – 31.
Lunch and Learn’s achievements surpass food delivery. Weekend food assistance is created with food donations
As Hall notes, the program “really is looking at the whole collected by the Judy Center staff. Families are also con-
child. We’re addressing food insecurity for families, but nected to St. Mary’s Caring, the local soup kitchen, and
there’s also a very cognitively engaging, physical activity other pantries in the area.
that accompanies the food. We’re really trying to address, For more information about Lunch and Learn or Lunch
‘What can we do to beat the summer slide academically?’ at the Library, please contact the Judy Center at 301-863-
but also make sure that hungry kids get a good meal—but 4068 or visit their website at http://www.smcps.org/ssp/
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awarded the Juror’s Prize— partment Collection. A ceramic piece,
the top prize—at CSM’s Annual Juried titled “Her Favorite Shoe,” by Accokeek
Student Exhibition Reception. At 19, resident Melanie Williams and a photo
Crum, a 2017 graduate from Northern titled, “Praying,” by Waldorf resident
High School, was the youngest winter in Laura Mickus were purchased.
$12
$ 12 Children 6 -12 yrs. old
the year’s competition. In addition to the student art
“It’s incredible,” Crum said with a awards, four recipients of the Walter
broad smile after the awards were an- B. Grove II Memorial Art Scholarship
nounced. “It felt like it confirmed that were announced. The scholarship for
I could be an artist … that I could go CSM art students was established by
down this pathway that I wasn’t sure of.” Jane and Walter Grove in memory of
Approximately 60 CSM art students their son Walter, who had been an art
participated in the 2018 Annual Juried student at the school.
Student Exhibition. Eight of those works Jane Grove said she and her
received awards. The Juror’s Prize goes husband enjoy getting the chance to
to the work that most impresses the ju- meet and talk to the “extremely talent-
ror; this year’s was Northern Virginia ed” scholarship recipients. “It is always
Community College Art Professor Mat- bittersweet, but we know that we are Sell it - Buy it
thew Pinney, a D.C. metro-area art- passing on our son’s love of art and help-
ist who has exhibits extensively in the ing many other students to pursue their
region. dream of an art education,” she said.
at
Crum’s Juror’s Prize-winning work “Today we have a total of 45 scholar-
was a ceramic figure of a gray lion with ship winners since we set it up 19 years
a human face, which she titled “Sphinx.” ago, the summer of our son’s death.
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Waldorf resident Asia Rodg- This year’s winners are Liane In the month of July, Farrell Auction Service will be
EXCITING
ers won the photography/graphic design Beckley, of Upper Marlboro; Lucas conducting several benefit/private auction events; working
award for an untitled photo of a woman’s Snyder, of La Plata; Nicole Tomasic, of
face. Pinney described Rodgers’ work Leonardtown; and Mickus. auctions out of the local area and attending the National
as “mysterious, spiritual … It leaves a “I am most excited that people Auctioneer’s Conference and the International
lot of questions.” are supporting the arts at such a local Auctioneering Contest. Our next auction will be in August.
Bernard Dickens III, of Wal- level,” Beckley said. “It’s pretty impres-
dorf, was awarded the painting/draw- sive.” Beckley is working toward a ca- Multi-Estate Public Auction
ing award for “Spring Transparency, reer in museum studies. SAT, AUG 4th @ 8 AM - St. Mary’s Co. Fairgrounds
a painting in gouache that Pinney said Snyder is a two-time recipient Furniture (nice items) – Tools – Horse Saddles & Tack –
had “great color” and “maintained land- of the Grove Scholarship. “I’m honored
scape qualities.” Books – Glassware – Collectibles - More
that there are people out there willing to
The ceramics prize was award- fund my future,” he said. “It’s very help- Ashley Williams Benefit Auction Event
ed to Waldorf resident Monic Coppedge ful.” Snyder is working toward a career
for her piece “Trapped Collection,” a in graphic design and photography, with SUN, AUG 12h @ Bowles Farm – Clements, MD
blue abstract work that was described the hope of working at a magazine. Doors Open 11am - Buffet Dinner @ noon followed by live
by Pinney as “great evocative forms.” Tomasic said that being se- auction, games & music.
Bailie Anthony, of Mechanic- lected for the scholarship was particu- For ticket information contact Barbara Hill @ 301-769-
sville, and Kathrynn Pickering, of La larly affirming because she, like Crum,
Plata, were both awarded honorable switched her major from engineering to A Southern Maryland professional auction company providing services to
mention awards — Anthony for a small, art, with an emphasis on photography. individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations for a variety of purposes.
untitled oil on canvas painting featuring Mickus is studying art at CSM OPTIONS - SOLUTIONS - RESULTS
a landscape of trees and sky and Picker- after having spent 10 years in the mili-
ing for “Reflecting Hibiscus,” a gouache tary. “It’s cool to be recognized,” she
and acrylic work in vivid colors. said, adding that she is enjoying this op- www.FarrellAuctionService.com
The CSM full-time art faculty portunity to explore her creative side. “I
selected two items from the exhibition love it. It’s awesome.” 301.904.3402
to purchase the CSM Fine Arts De- Press release by CSM.
22 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, July 12, 2018
In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Jerome A. Hicks rence of Loveville, Md; his maternal celebrated by Reverend Harry Harper Born on August 6, 1928 in Iloilo City,
grandmother, Eleanora A. Young of at 12:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Philippines, he was the son of the late
Jerome A. Hicks, Loveville, Md; five aunts, Christine Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Anastacia Aloro Jimena and Miguel
of Loveville, Mary- A. Butler of Loveville, Md, Stacey Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment Jimena. Ponsing was the loving hus-
land was called R. Kane of California, Md, Felicia to follow at St. Andrew’s Episcopal band of Francisca M. Jimena. He is
home on June 29, R. Young of Chaptico, Md, Brenda Church at 44078 St. Andrew’s Church survived by his children: Ma-Elena
2018. He was a Armstrong of Florida, Joan Arm- Road, California, MD 20619. Jimena of Lexington Park, MD, Ma-
loving son, brother, strong of Chaptico, Md; two uncles, Pallbearers will be Lewis Young, Theresa Jimena of the Philippines,
grandson, and un- Paul G. Young and Lewis E. Young Torrey, Nathaniel, Jonathan, Marvin Maria Williams of California, MD,
cle. He was born of Loveville, Md; two cousins, Jackie Somerville and Timothy Price. Hon- Ma-Magdalena Jimena of Lexington
in Leonardtown, (Hicks) Young of Upper Marlboro, Md orary Pallbearers will be Eric Bond, Park, MD, Nena J. Ahmed of Niles,
Maryland on August and Amy Hicks of Hollywood, Md Kerry Bond, Joe Thomas, Zachary MI, June Jimena of Lexington Park,
6, 1968. He is survived by his loving who were raised with him as more like Stewart and Tony Armstrong. MD, Sammy Jimena of Los Angeles,
and caring mother, Margaret R. Hicks sisters; and a host of cousins, countless Condolences to the family may be CA and Ferdinand Jimena of Lexing-
of Loveville, Md. He is also survived family members and friends. He is made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. ton Park, MD. 18 Grandchildren and
by his father Melvin Armstrong of preceded in death by his grandfathers, Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- 3 great-grandchildren. Ponsing is pre-
Bushwood, Md. John P. Young Sr. and Paul Dickerson; neral Home, P.A. ceded in death by his children: Lucio
He graduated from Leonardtown his aunt Carol “Gwen” Woodland; and Jimena and Alfonsito Jimena.
High School in Leonardtown, Md in his uncle John P. Young Jr. Ponsing graduated from Provincial
1986. He was baptized and attended Jerome loved spending time laugh- Roger Warren Buckler, Jr. High School in 1949 and De Paul Col-
St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Cali- ing and joking with his family and lege in 1960. He was employed as a
fornia, Md. He also attended Corner- friends. You often heard him coming Roger Warren Private 1st Class Policeman for the Na-
stone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church, before you saw him. “Hey Mama!” Buckler, Jr. 50, tional Police Commission for 27 years,
Upper Marlboro, Md. The majority of of Leonardtown, retiring in 1984.
“Hey Cuz!” “Hey Nephew/Dog Pound”
his professional career was spent be- MD passed away Arrangements provided by Mat-
“Hey Grandmama!” Always so proud
hind the wheel driving dump trucks, on July 5, 2018. tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
of his sister, he would tell you, “That’s
which he enjoyed immensely. He was He was born Leonardtown, MD 20650.
my sister.” His boisterous personality
in his element when he was driving a on May 18, 1968
and silly jokes will be missed by all
truck. in Leonardtown,
who knew him. He touched the lives of
In addition to his parents, he is also many people with his smile and gen-
MD to Roger Frances Ann Holyoak
survived by his sister Annette Mi- Warren Buckler,
erosity and maintained his trademark
chelle Lawrence of Loveville, Md. Sr. (Nedra) of Frances Ann
sense of humor all the way to the end.
Also survived by his half-brother Leonardtown, MD and Janet Louise
Family will receive friends on Fri- Holyoak, “Teeny”,
Tony Armstrong and half-sister Anita “Triggie” Russell Draper (Jack Hodg-
day, July 13, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to 84, of Mechanics-
Plater; his nephew DeVonta J. Law- 12:00 p.m. with a es) of Valley Lee, MD.
Funeral Service ville, MD passed
Roger was a lifelong resident of St. away surrounded by
Mary’s County. He attended Leon- her loving daughters
Caring for
Caring for the
thePast
Past
ardtown High School. He was self-
employed for many years as a painter
and most recently worked in the fam-
on July 7, 2018. She
was born on May 14,
1934 in Mechanics-
Planning for
for the
theFuture
ily business at Betty Russell’s store ville, MD. Frances
Planning Future
as a bartender. His hobbies included was the daughter of the late Catherine
spending time on the water, where Caroline Stewart Quade and William
he especially enjoyed fishing and Raymond Quade, Sr. Frances was the
drag racing at Potomac International loving wife of the late Howard Lester
Traditional Funerals,
Traditional Funerals,Cremation
CremationServices,
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Memorial Church
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Services, Speedway. He was a good cook, espe- Holyoak, whom she married on March
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Direct Burials, Monuments, Unlimited with Commitment Through After Care. cially fish and enjoyed growing toma- 18, 1955 in Wyoming and who pre-
toes. He and his family liked to vaca- ceded her in death on April 12, 1981.
tion in Ocean City, with great memo- Frances is survived by her children;
ries of go carting and fishing trips on Catherine Ottani of Solomon’s, MD,
the “Happy Hooker.” Family was his Margaret Hektoen (Tom) of Mechanic-
greatest love and enjoyed spending sville, MD, and Karen Holyoak-Ward
time with them, especially his beloved (Bill) of California, MD. As well as
grandchildren. grandchildren; Brian Hektoen, Jessica
In addition to his beloved parents, Johnson, Eric Ward, Gregory Ottani,
Roger is also survived by his sons, and Rachel Ward. Her great grand-
Roger Warren Buckler, III (Katelyn) children; Jenna Hektoen, Sara Grace
of Leonardtown, MD and Derek An- Hektoen, Cameron Johnson, Chloe
thony Buckler of Leonardtown, MD; Bassford, Callie Bassford, Cammie
3 grandchildren: Mia Buckler, Ayden Bassford, and Baby Brother (Soon to
Buckler and Lola Buckler; his loving be) Johnson. Her Siblings: Mary El-
www.brinsfieldfuneral.com
companion of 32 years, Mary Estelle len Rucks (Bill – deceased), Barbara
her sister Bobby, dancing and playing Cindy Lou Peters Dwight L. Norwood. Together they own, her nieces and nephews, and
cards with her friend Betty and com- celebrated over 35 wonderful years of the many students she taught over the
pany, playing the slots with her sib- Cindy Lou Pe- marriage before his passing in June years.
lings, and going to Mass and praying ters, 58, of Lexing- 1989. She loved children and she fos- Annette is survived by her children:
her rosary every day. ton Park, MD passed tered several that she loved very much, Lauren Rose Oliver (Nicholas) of Al-
Contributions may be made to the away on July 1, 2018 and was close to over 30 nieces and exandria, VA, Brady Christian Quigg
Mechanicsville Vol. Rescue Squad at MedStar St. Mary’s nephews. Her hobbies included spend- of Baltimore, MD, and Colin Patrick
P.O. Box 15 Mechanicsville, MD Hospital. ing time outside gardening, both veg- Quigg of Leonardtown, MD; her sib-
20659. Born June 4, 1960 etables and flowers. She enjoyed cro- lings: Deborah Olsen Ford (Dale) of
in Endicott, NY, she cheting and knitting. Her family was Lexington Park, MD, Alfred Orem
was the daughter of her greatest pride and joy. She loved “Rocky” Hammett Jr (Linda) of Val-
Leonard M. Goddard, Jr. the late Edward C. to spend as much time as possible with ley, Lee, MD, David Hammett (Lucy)
Peters and Doris I. (Mudge) Peters. them, especially her grandchildren of Valley Lee, MD, and Laura Ham-
Leonard M. “Bil- Cindy graduated from Mt. Ver- and great grandchildren. mett of Drayden, MD; and many ex-
ly” Goddard, Jr. non High School in Alexandria, VA Alice is survived by her children: tended family and friends.
passed away peace- in 1979 and attended the College of Dwight Norwood, Jr. (Marie) of Mid- Family will receive friends on Fri-
fully on Thursday, Southern Maryland. Cindy moved to dletown, CT, Kevin Norwood (Vicki) day, July 13, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to
July 5, 2018 at St. St. Mary’s County from Alexandria, of Brentwood, NJ, Diane Norwood 1:00 p.m., with a Mass of Christian
Mary’s Nursing VA in 1997. She was a caregiver for Hill of California, MD, and Elaine Burial celebrated by Rev. Paul Nguyen
Center. the ARC of Southern Maryland. Cin- Norwood Greenwell (Rick) of Hol- at 1:00 p.m., at St. George’s Catholic
He was born on dy was a master gardener and loved lywood, MD; 12 grandchildren, 19 Church, 19199 St. George’s Church
August 12, 1945 in working in the garden, quilting blan- great grandchildren, and many ex- Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Inter-
LaPlata, Maryland kets, cooking, working with special tended family and friends. In addi- ment will be held at a later date.
to the late Bill and needs people, and first and foremost, tion to her parents and husband, she Condolences to the family may be
Margaret Goddard of Leonardtown, she loved the Lord Jesus Christ. She is also preceded in death by her son, made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
MD. loved helping those who needed it and Francis William Norwood; her son-in- Donations may be made to St. Jude’s,
Billy attended St. Mary’s Academy, didn’t ask for anything in return. She law, Charles D. Hill; and her siblings: Hospice of St. Mary’s and Duke Uni-
Father Andrew White, Leonard Hall was a fighter till the very end battling Frances Pierce Johnson, Ralph Pierce, versity Brain Tumor Research Center.
Junior Naval Academy and graduated cancer. Stuart Pierce, Bill Pierce, Ted Pierce, Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
from the original Leonardtown High Cindy is survived by her boyfriend, and Henry Pierce. neral Home, P.A.
School in 1963. In October, 1963 he Roland Durocher of Lexington Park, Memorial contributions may be
enlisted in the U.S. Army and served MD; her friend, Joe Schindler of made to The Menkes Foundation, Inc.,
his country until his honorable dis- Charlotte Hall, MD; and her siblings, 23210 Daffodil Drive, California, MD Maureen A. Ramsey
charge in 1966. He worked at the Niki Kathy Harrison (Andy) of Lusby, MD, 20619; Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O.
Missile Site in Waldorf, MD and the Arthur Dorsett (Lena) of Clearwater, Ramsey, Mau-
Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650
Naval Air Facility, Andrews AFB in FL, Donald Dorsett (Martha) of Nep- reen A. (Cross),
and Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue
Camp Springs, MD retiring in 2006. tune City, NJ, and Scot Peters (Tina) 72, passed away
Squad, P.O. Box 339, Lexington Park,
After retiring from the government, of Lexington Park, MD. She was pre- peacefully at her
MD 20653.
Billy worked for Nabisco and the De- ceded in death by her brother, James home on July 5,
Services will be private.
fense contractors CSC and PAE. Peters. 2018.
Condolences to the family may be
He was an avid golfer at the Breton Serving as pallbearers will be Grant Maureen was a
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
Bay Golf and Country Club for 35+ Harrison, William Mudge, Sr., Donald much loved wife,
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
years serving on the Board of Direc- Dorsett, Roland Durocher and Scot mother, grand-
neral Home, P.A.
tors and numerous committees. He Peters. mother and friend.
was a devoted Red Sox and Redskins In lieu of flowers, memorial contri- Carol “Annette” Quigg She grew up in
fan. butions may be made in Cindy’s name Winchester, KY
Billy is survived by his sons, Shawn to St. Mary’s Hospice, P.O. Box 625, Carol “Annette” and raised her family in St. Mary’s
P. Goddard of Leonardtown, MD, and Leonardtown, MD 20650 or the Inde- Quigg, 52, passed County, MD. She was a parishioner
Leonard M. “B-Bop” Goddard III pendent Cancer Research Foundation, away on Tuesday, of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic
(Jenny) of LaPlata, MD; grandchil- P.O. Box 553, Orem, UT 84059. July 10, 2018 sur- Church, a member of the Louisville
dren: Cassidy and Kaylen Goddard rounded by her lov- Hiking Club, an avid reader and an ama-
and Kiarra Tolbert; great grandchild: ing family. teur pianist.
Devin Tolbert; sister, Judy Goddard Alice Lee Norwood She was born on Preceding her in death are her par-
Bakewell (Tom) of Leonardtown, MD; June 23, 1966 in ents, John and Bernice Cross; a brother,
nephew, Christopher Raley (Jennifer) Alice Lee Leonardtown, MD James L. Cross; and her dear second
of Hollywood, MD; great nephews, Norwood, 98, to Alfred Orem and mom, Emma Hampton.
Zach and Nick Raley and many ex- of California, Mary Anne Ham- Left to cherish Maureen’s memory
tended family and friends. He was MD passed mett of Valley Lee, MD. is her dedicated husband of 50 years,
preceded in death by his parents. away peace- Annette was a 1984 graduate of Paul; daughters, Michelle Babington
Memorial contributions may be fully on Friday, Leonardtown High School and went (William), and Mary Alice Ramsey;
made to the Benefit at The Bay for Bil- July 6, 2018 at on to earn her teaching degree and one grandchild Alexander Babington;
ly Goddard, 21935 Society Hill Road, her home sur- then a Master’s degree. She spent a brother, John J. Cross (Claire); and a
Leonardtown, MD 20650. Checks rounded by her her career as a dedicated teacher of sister, Charlene C. Baumgarten (Harry).
should be made payable to Breton loving family. many positions throughout the state of Mass of Christian burial will be held
Bay Golf & Country Club (C/O Billy She was born Maryland. Growing up she was an al- at 10 am Wednesday at Our Lady of Mt.
Goddard). on October 3, tar server and organist at St. George’s Carmel Catholic Church, 7335 South-
Condolences to the family may be 1919 on Prince Edward Island, Canada Catholic Church. She loved going to side Drive with burial in Calvary Cem-
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. to the late William Arthur Pierce and the beach in Ocean City with family etery with lunch to follow at the par-
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Alice Lee Watson Pierce. and friends. Annette was also an avid ish. Visitation will be 6-8pm Tuesday
neral Home, P.A. Alice earned a basketball scholar- shopper and could always find a good at Joseph E. Ratterman & Son Funeral
ship to Marjorie Webster College, deal. Recently she enjoyed spending Home, 7336 Southside Drive. In lieu of
where she was the Captain of the team. her free time at the local casinos. Her flowers please make a donation to Lou-
She earned her degree in Nursing. In greatest love was for her family and isville Metro Animal Services, to honor
March 1954 she married her husband, children. She loved all children: her Maureen’s love of rescue cats and dogs.
24 Calendars The County Times Thursday, July 12, 2018
Community Calendar To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email timescalendar@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
along the way to read the trail interpre- gone by and it is important to preserve ity Center and has performed all over
Keys to Independence tive signs, observe wildlife, and admire them well. Christina Barbour will give the St. Mary’s County. He displays his
Do you know what you’re going to
scenery. Participants will also learn a free presentation at the Loffler Senior musical talent through playing the piano
do when you retire? Do you know how
about trail rules and basic group riding Activity Center on Thursday, July 19, at and singing. Paul’s musical style ranges
to access Medicare, Medicaid, or other
tips. The rides will be led by Dan and 2 p.m. that will offer information and from good old country to the upbeat mu-
programs and services? Are you seek-
Diana Donahue, experienced cyclists ideas on how to take care of them so that sic of Elvis Presley. You will not want to
ing volunteer opportunities within the
and volunteer bicycle trip leaders. Ride they can be enjoyed by generations that miss out on this performance that will
St. Mary’s County Community? Find
lengths adjust to meet the needs of the follow. To sign up, call 301-475-4200, surely have you out of your seat danc-
all that and more with the Department
group. The Northern Senior Activity ext. *1658, or stop by the reception desk. ing! Join us at the Garvey Senior Activ-
of Aging & Human Services at the Keys
Center has three bicycles and one trike ity Center on Wednesday, July 25, at 12
to Independence workshop series! This
three class series will be held at the Col-
available to borrow for trips. Helmets Digital Photography p.m. The meal for that day will be chick-
and cell phones are required to partici- en salad sandwich on whole wheat bread
lege of Southern Maryland, Leonard-
pate and are not provided by the center. Composition Workshop with lettuce & tomato slices, 3- bean
town Campus, on Tuesdays, Aug. 7, 14, The Garvey Senior Activities Center
To sign up for the trip or to reserve one salad, and cantaloupe. Cost for lunch is
and 21, from 6-8 p.m. This workshop se- will offer this special workshop on Tues-
of the cycles in advance, please visit the by donation for those ages 60 and above
ries is free, but registration is required. days, July 24-Aug. 7, from 10-11 a.m.
signup table or call 301-475-4200, ext. and $6 for those under the age of 60.
Contact Community Programs & Out- On Tuesday, Aug. 7, the class will be
*3103. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050, to learn
reach Manager Sarah Miller at 301- held from 10 a.m.-noon. How you com- more or to make reservations.
475-4200, ext. *1073, or email sarah. pose the viewfinder determines whether
miller@stmarysmd.com to sign up. We Midsummer Celebration- it will be a photograph or just another
look forward to seeing you there! Bring the Grandkids snapshot. In this class you will learn Krafting with Kids
The Midsummer Celebration will be techniques for bringing subjects togeth- Have fun with your school-aged
grandkids at our Krafting with Kids
Eating for Kidney Health held at the Loffler Senior Activity Cen- er, lighting, color and depth to produce
event at the Northern Senior Activity
Registered and Licensed Dietician ter on Wednesday, July 18, from 12:30- photographs that make powerful state-
2 p.m. This party is for you and your ments. Learn the techniques in class, Center on Friday, July 27, from 10 a.m.-
Donna Taggert will discuss ways to
grandchildren to celebrate together. It try them out on the field trip, and watch 12 p.m. Three crafting stations staffed
improve the function of your kidneys
features a sundae bar from Sweet Frog, your skills develop. Workshops will be with volunteers will be open for kids
through diet at the Loffler Senior Ac-
Karaoke by Scarlet Plus Entertainment, conducted by a photographer/National and adults to make a basket, pinch pot,
tivity Center on Monday, July 16, at 10
plus opportunities to create art. Cost is Geographic Magazine Editor. The first and to paint rocks. And did we mention
a.m. She will offer 60 minute nutritional
$5 for adults and free for children age session will meet at the Garvey Senior ice cream? Oh yeah, there will be ice
counseling appointments immediately
12 and under (Maximum 5 free children Activity Center. The second session will cream! There is no set fee for this event;
following her presentation. To sign up
tickets per paying adult). This party is be at Sotterley Plantation where you will however, donations are welcome to sup-
for the presentation, call 301-475-4200,
limited to 100 people and tickets are re- practice the skills you have learned. The port the cost of materials and food. If
ext. *1658, or stop by the reception desk.
quired for every attendee. Stop by the final sessions is a critique of photos and you and your grandkids are interested in
To schedule an appointment with Don-
Loffler Center to get your tickets before will be held at the Garvey Senior Activ- dining with us, lunch will be a chicken
na, call or text 240-538-6539.
they are all gone. For more information ity Center. Cost for all three classes is patty on a deli roll, coleslaw, seedless
call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658. $30. To learn more, call 301-475-4200, watermelon, fruit juice, and 1% milk.
YES Cycling Ride ext. *1050. Lunch is a separate donation from se-
The Northern Senior Activity Cen- niors 60 and older; $6 for others made
ter will have a YES Cycling ride on Caring for Old Photographs the day of the event. Space is limited.
Wednesday, July 18, at 9 a.m. Bring All of us have old photographs that Luncheon with Paul Barber To sign up for this event and lunch in
your own bike or trike and helmet for are absolute treasures. These delicate Paul Barber recently performed at the advance, please visit the signup table or
a causal, relaxed-pace ride stopping gems are witness to days and events Talent Show at Northern Senior Activ- call 301-475-4200, ext. *3103.
met in Lexington Park. Grab a bite and mouse and keyboard commands, and Celebrate the birthday of our favorite
gab about books! Join us at our new be familiar with how to play Minecraft wizard with magical crafts and activi-
summer location, Blue Wind Gourmet (we will not use the tutorial). Ages 8-11. ties! All ages, no registration.
in Lexington Park, for a relaxed con- Registration opens 2 weeks before the
versation about what you’ve been read- program. Yoga at the Library
ing. Share what you loved (or loathed) Lexington Park Library will hold a
about the last book you read, gather LEGO Coding Yoga at the Library on Saturday, July
Art 101 new recommendations from the rest Lexington Park Library will hold 21 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. A Yoga Ba-
Lexington Park Library will hold Art of the group, and enjoy the company LEGO Coding on Tuesday, July 17 sics class that is appropriate for all lev-
101 on Monday, July 16 from 2p .m. to of fellow bibliophiles. Visit bluewind- from 2 – 3 p.m. Join us for an hour of els of experience. Participants connect
3 p.m. This program will allow chil- gourmet.com for directions and to see fun coding activities! Learn the basics with the inner-self and the power of the
dren to explore different artistic media menu options available for purchase. of coding by building LEGO robots and body’s self-healing mechanism. Come
in a casual environment where we’ll Adults only. No registration required. writing code to command them! Write and learn how to align the mind, body,
provide all the materials and gentle di- messages in your own secret code with and breath as you move your joints
rection. We’ll tackle a new technique Minecraft Challenge LEGO! Choose to attend one or several through the appropriate range of mo-
each session, while we focus on the ex- Leonardtown Library will hold sessions. This event was made possible tion. A yoga practice develops the abil-
perience of making art. Geared toward Minecraft Challenge on Tuesday, July through a generous donation from The ity to stay calm during stressful situa-
ages 6-12, siblings of all ages welcome. 17 from 2 – 3 p.m. and Charlotte Hall Patuxent Partnership. Ages 6-12. Reg- tions as well as repatterning the body’s
Registration is required on www.st- Library will hold Minecraft Challenge istration Required. programmed responses. This Yoga Ba-
malib.org. on Thursday, July 19 from 5:30 – 7 sics class is offered in a relaxed learn-
p.m. Can you think on your feet, team Harry Potter Birthday Party ing environment. Open to all levels of
Book Bites up, use creativity, and complete the Charlotte Hall Library will hold a interest and ability. Please bring a yoga
St. Mary’s County Library will hold challenge? Come play Minecraft with Harry Potter Birthday Celebration on mat or a towel. Registration required.
Book Bites on Monday, July 16 from 6 us and find out! Must be able to use a Wednesday, July 18 from 2 – 3 p.m.
p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Blue Wind Gour-
26 The County Times Thursday, July 12, 2018
Sports
What’s Biting
sweepstakes since, well…ever?
Lee Majors was once “The Six Million Dollar Man”; Harper has designs
on being baseball’s first $400 Million Dollar Man (bionics might actually be
cheaper than Bryce). With this season’s performance, his propensity to get
Potomac Speedway Results: lution (2-1) 4-3, on a walk-off single in the ninth, getting two off All-Star closer Grant Sides. Aus-
11th inning. tin Green started the inning with a solo homerun, cut-
Checkers in RUSH Crates ther pitcher allowed more than one runner to
reach in any of the first three innings, com-
bining to allow just four hits.
both into scoring position. A second wild pitch of the
at-bat allowed Strausborger to score from third, tying
the game and sending it to extra innings.
The scoring got started in the top of the fourth, as After a scoreless tenth started the extra frames,
By: Doug Watson Bowie, who was making his first start
York put up a pair of runs in the inning. Alexi Casilla Green got the bottom of the 11th going with a walk.
Kyle Lear scored a convincing win of the season. “We run pretty good
started the frame with a single, before two batters later A sacrifice bunt moved him up to second, which was
in last Tuesday night’s 35-lap Late when we start up front, so I knew I
Melky Mesa launched a two-run homerun to open the followed by an intentional walk and a strikeout. Garcia
Model feature at Potomac Speed- had to take advantage of it here to-
scoring. Mesa’s second homerun of the series gave York was then hit by a pitch to load the bases with two outs
way. The win for Lear, worth $2,500, night,” Sutphin said post-race. “I’d
a 2-0 lead on the day. in the inning. That brought Martinez back to the plate,
came wheeling his familiar Rocket like to thank all the fans that came
Delgado recovered to work a 1-2-3 inning in the who flared a single into shallow center field that got
no.151 and was the second of his ca- out and supported us tonight and all
fifth, before Mesa added another to the lead in the sixth down and allowed Green to score the winning run. The
reer at the fabled Southern Maryland the people who help with this car,
with a solo homerun. The Blue Crabs fought back for 4-3 victory was the Blue Crabs fourth walk-off of the
oval. because this is such a tough class.”
one in the bottom half of the inning, cutting the deficit season, and gave them their first win in the second half.
Lear and Dale Hollidge made up Darren Alvey took third with Ronnie
to two runs. An error at shortstop started the inning, The Blue Crabs are off for four days for the All-Star
the front row for the start with Lear Martin Jr. and Matt Glanden com-
putting Edwin Garcia aboard as the leadoff man. Garcia before returning to action Friday, July 13th for the series
blasting into the lead as the field pleting the top-five.
moved around to third on a single from Frank Martinez, opener in a three-game series against the New Britain
went into turn one. Even though Lear In the first annual Dale 25-lap
allowing him to score on a groundout from Devon Ro- Bees. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 P.M. on Friday at
would pace all 35-circuits, he would Reamy Sr. memorial Street Stock
driguez to bring the score to 3-1. New Britain Stadium.
have to hold off a furious late race event, Jeremy Pilkerton scored a
Severino worked seven innings for York, allow- For more information on the Southern Maryland
rush from eventual runner-up Dale flag-to-flag win, earning a hefty
ing just the one run before turning things over to his Blue Crabs, or to reserve your seat today for any of the
Hollidge to preserve the win. $1,156 payday for his fourth win of
bullpen. Joe Van Meter was first on in relief, allowing Blue Crabs upcoming home games, please visit our web-
“We found something with this hot the season. “It’s an honor to win this
a walk and a single to put the first two batters on base. site at somdbluecrabs.com or call us at 301-638-9788.
rod after Winchester last week, and race,” a jubilant Pilkerton stated after
Martinez attempted a sacrifice bunt behind that, but About the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs
I think we have our program headed the event. “This car likes a slick track
Van Meter threw the ball away for an error to load the The Blue Crabs play 126 regular season games in the
in the right direction,” Lear stated in and I knew I had to get to the front
bases with still nobody out. Atlantic League of Professional Baseball Clubs. The
victory lane. “We’ve won Late Model first and we were able to get it done.”
York then turned the jam over to a new reliever, as Blue Crabs play at Regency Furniture Stadium in Wal-
races in other cars but this is the first Ed Pope Jr., Craig Parrill, Sam Ar-
Junior Rincon came on out of the pen. Rincon immedi- dorf, Maryland with affordable family fun. The fran-
with our own deal and I couldn’t be cher and Troy Kassiris trailed at the
ately got a line drive from Rodriguez right at the first chise will begin its 11th season in April 2018. Please
more proud of all the people who finish.
baseman, who snagged it and stepped on the base for a call 301-638-9788 or visit http://www.somdbluecrabs.
helped us finally get here.” Jamie In support class action, Mikey
double play. After a walk loaded the bases once again, com for more information.
Lathroum, Steven Axtell Jr. and Da- Latham drove to his second win of
Rincon forced a popup to shortstop, ending the inning Press Release fro Southern Martlabd Blye Crabs.
ryl Hills rounded out the top-five. the season in the 15-lap Hobby Stock
Jamie Sutphin drove a flawless race feature. Jeff Block scored his first of
to post his second win of the season 2018 in the 15-lap Strictly Stock con-
in the companion 25-lap RUSH Crate test with Jason Wilkins claiming his
Late Model main. Sutphin shot from first of the season in the nightcap 15-
the pole to lead the distance over Ben lap U-Car main.
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Hamlin and Nick Colionne to
perform
The grounds of the St.
Clement’s Island Museum
in Colton’s Point, Maryland
will come alive with the sweet
sound of jazz at the 2018 Po-
tomac Jazz and Seafood Fes-
PINE HILL tival. The 19th annual event is
TECHNOLOGY PARK set for Saturday, July 14 and
will feature Jackiem Joyner,
Tracy Hamlin and Nick Co-
lionne. Museum grounds
open at noon; artists take the
stage at 3, 5 and 7 p.m.
The festival is the brain-
child of the late Kim Cullins
and is a fundraising event.
Proceeds benefit the Friends of the St. Clement’s Island and Piney Point Mu-
seums to support historical interpretation, education programs and special
needs of the sites managed by the Museum Division of the St. Mary’s Depart-
ment of Recreation and Parks. The event has become a summertime staple in
Do you Southern Maryland, attracting jazz lovers from around the DMV and as far-
need lower reaching as Texas and Florida.
Cullins, who dubbed the festival “the most intimate and unique jazz experi-
office over- ence in Southern Maryland,” will be remembered with a memorial dedicated
head in her memory. Each year 600 tickets (at $65 each) are sold and quickly sell
out.
costs? This year’s lineup features three popular artists. Jackiem Joyner is known
as Lil” Man Soul to urban jazz fans since breaking through to genre stardom
PINE HILL TECHNOLOGY PARK with his solo debut album Babysoul in 2007, earning the artist, composer and
producer Debut Artist of the Year recognition by Smooth Jazz News. He has
Flexible lease terms to work with your contract schedule since released four albums, most recently “Main Street Beat” in 2017.
Full service terms including electric and janitorial expenses Tracy Hamlin developed classical proficiency and dexterity, learning to sing
Only 3 miles from Gate 2 in French, German and Italian at the Baltimore School of the Arts and presti-
Only .03 miles from Gate 3 gious Peabody School of Music. She’s performed alongside numerous musical
legends, and has toured internationally as lead background vocalist for Disco
Lovely, quiet campus setting Queen Gloria Gaynor, as well as being credited as vocal manager on Gloria’s
last project. Tracy has also toured internationally as the lead vocalist with
1200 to 6,000 sq ft available Jazz recording group, Pieces of a Dream. Hamlin executive produced five solo
albums through her own label, DMH Records, LLC, and is currently working
including lab/conference space on a sixth solo project that’s due for release later this year.
Nick Colionne is no stranger to the Potomac Jazz Fest. Last appearing in
Barbara Svenson 48015 Pine Hill Run Road,
2014, Nick has received numerous accolades throughout his multi-faceted
(301) 502 -7876 career. Some include the 2007 International Instrumental Artist of the Year
Lexington Park. MD 20653 Award at the Wave Jazz Awards, the Artist of the Year at the 2011 Roboth
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Beach Jazz Festival and Performer of the Year for Jazz Traz Jazz Festivals in
2010 and 2011. Nick was nominated for the Guitarist of the Year and Enter-
tainer of the Year in 2010 by the American Smooth Jazz Awards. He’s also re-
ceived the Wayman Tisdale Humanitarian Award for his ongoing commitment
to mentoring children and his community and national work in supporting
breast cancer causes.
Ticket holders can also enjoy free admission to the St. Clement’s Island Mu-
seum as well as a free cruise to St. Clement’s Island, site of Maryland’s first
colonial landing and first Roman Catholic mass in the 13 English-speaking
colonies on March 25, 1634. Seafood and other great food options will be
available for purchase. Artist merchandise and posters (which the artists have
agreed to sign) will also be available.
“It’s exciting to know how many people have been coming every year since
the Jazz Festival first began. It brings fabulous music together with a beautiful
LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS setting, all of which led it to being named one of the top five music festivals in
Maryland!,” said Karen Stone, St. Mary’s Museum Division Manager.
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