A look at the week ahead

Friday, June 11, 2010

Friday, June 11

Calvert Memorial Hospital will host its monthly Lunch & Learn at noon Friday, June 11, in Classroom 1. Dr. Nancy Clark will discuss "Vascular Disease 101." Vascular disease can affect people in many ways — blockages of the coronary arteries can cause a heart attack, blockages in the carotid artery can cause a stroke and blockages in legs can lead to painful walking and more serious complications. Learn how to prevent it, about important screenings and available treatments. The cost is $10 and registration is required. For more information or to register, call 410-535-8233.

The Lutheran Mission Society Compassion Center trailer will be in the parking lot of First Lutheran Church on Friday, June 11, located at the intersection of Route 2-4 (6300 Southern Maryland Blvd. in Huntingtown). Hours of operation are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This clothing ministry offers gently-used clothing, small appliances and a food pantry. Clothing donations are accepted. Call 410-257-3030, or go to www.firstlutheranchurch.org for more information.

The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce will present Legal Lunches, sponsored and hosted by Davis, Upton, Palumbo and Keffler, LLC, 132 Main Street in Prince Frederick, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 15. This is a free forum for the presentation and discussion of legal issues. Topic for this event is the nuts and bolts of commercial real estate and includes typical commercial lease terms, rights and remedies upon default and practical considerations. Attendance is limited to 16 people and reservations are required. Reservations can be made through the Chamber of Commerce at 410-535-2577 or 301-855-1930 or by e-mail at calvertchamber@calvertchamber.org no later than Friday, June 11.

Saturday, June 12

In continuing the 100th Anniversary of North Beach, there will be a celebration from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12, between 5th Street and Bay Avenue on the boardwalk.

Come to the Boardwalk for an evening of live entertainment. For more information, go to www.ci.north-beach.md.us or call 301-855-6681 or 410-257-9618.

The Calvert Animal Welfare League will host a yard sale from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12. CAWL is located at 1040 Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince Frederick. For more information, call 410-535-9300, go to www.cawl.us, or e-mail cawl@comcast.net.

Join others on Knit in Public Day to knit, crochet or spin anything at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12, at the Southern Maryland Folk Art Center, 143 Central Square in Prince Frederick.

The Lutheran Mission Society Compassion Center trailer will be in the parking lot of First Lutheran Church on Saturday, June 12, located at the intersection of Route 2-4 (6300 Southern Maryland Blvd. in Huntingtown). Hours of operation are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This clothing ministry offers gently-used clothing, small appliances and a food pantry. Clothing donations are accepted. Call 410-257-3030, or go to www.firstlutheranchurch.org for more information.

The Calvert County Sheriff's Office will be hosting its annual open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Plan to come and share in the family fun with a bicycle rodeo, K-9 demonstrations, a police moon bounce, train rides and a fast pitch. There will also be a Gatorade Alcohol Awareness program, fire training smoke house, hearing and eye tests, child ID kits and more. Participants in the event include the sheriff's office K-9 unit, the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office, Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, D.A.R.E., Maryland Search and Rescue Dogs, the Lions Club, the Masons, Calvert County Government offices, fire and rescue units and many more. Food, drink and sheriff's office novelty items will also be available for purchase. For additional information, call 410-535-2800, ext. 2575.

There will be a yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 12, at the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Tables are available for rent at $10 each (tables must be reserved in advance). Contact Diana at 410-231-1775 to reserve a table.

Come to Summerseat Farm for Wine in the Gardens, a leisurely afternoon of fine wine, food and music in the gardens of this historic property from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 12. The $20 per person price includes a crystal Summerseat wine glass, the wine tasting, appetizers from Cafe des Artistes in Leonardtown and music by the Folk Salad Trio. Walk the grounds of this 18th-century farm with its gardens, fish pond, gazebo and old family cemetery. There are assorted farm animals and a herd of American buffalo and the unusual Barbados sheep. Summerseat Farm Inc. is a designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated to preserving the history, agriculture and natural resources of the property as well as its agricultural and educational programs and is run solely by volunteers. It is located on Route 235 at 26655 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville. Go to www.summerseat.org or call 301-373-6607 for more information.

The fourth annual Park to Park Paddle on June 12 will start at Parker's Creek for a 7-mile kayak paddle along Calvert Cliffs to the destination at Flag Ponds Nature Park. Along the way, naturalists will talk about the cliffs and the Chesapeake Bay and observe wildlife. After a provided lunch, a shuttle will take participants back. Advance reservations with paid fee required. Limited space is available. For details, call 410-535-5327 or go to www.calvertparks.org.

Experience what grass-roots aviation is all about by attending the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 478 Young Eagles Rally at the St. Mary's County Airport Terminal Building from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Free airplane rides will be provided to kids ages 8 to 17 on a first come, first served basis. Refreshments will be available. For more information, go to the website, www.eaachapter478.org.

Karsyn's Karnival, a celebration for kids with Down syndrome and their families, will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at the picnic pavilion in Cove Point Park in Calvert County. For more information, go to http://covepoint.blogspot.com, or e-mail ersloan@verizon.net.

Helping the Hospice House will host its fifth annual Poker Run starting at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 12. Registration will be at 10:30 until 11:59 a.m. at CJ's Backroom Saloon. Participants will travel to Goose Landing, Seabreeze, Back Road Inn, Toot's Bar and back to CJ's Backroom Saloon. Cost is $20 per driver, $10 per passenger, $10 to attend the party only and $5 for an extra card (limit of two). There will be music, games, door prizes and, new this year, a dunking booth. For more information, contact Chris Bowen at 443-532-8343, or e-mail calvertpokerrun@yahoo.com.

Mt. Gethsemane Holiness Church will host a yard and bake sale from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 12. The church is located at 676 Ponds Wood Road in Huntingtown.

The Faith Walkers Relay for Life Team will hold a Relay for Life Benefit Gospel Concert starting at 4 p.m., Saturday, June 12, at Crossroad Christian Church, 150 Ball Road in St. Leonard. The event will feature Jimmy Russell & BOC, Praise Dance, Scattered Leaves and more. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. For more information, call 410-394-9229, or e-mail peculiarpcc@yahoo.com.

There will be an outdoor photography workshop with Robert Tinari from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sotterley Plantation. Award-winning nature photographer Tinari will offer his guidance and expertise to students during the workshop. His instruction will include the basic fundamentals of capturing the essence of a subject with a camera, with the emphasis being on gardens and architectural applications.

Cost is $85 for non-members of Sotterley Plantation, $75 for current members. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Sotterley. To register, contact Tinari at 410-286-5445, or e-mail roberttinari@comcast.net. Class size is limited.

Annmarie Garden's Third Annual Spring Garden Party will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Come and experience the party along with the opening of "Green: Art with the Earth in Mind." Meet the Green artists and jurors, enjoy complimentary wine and beer while enjoying appetizers and explore the newest outdoor exhibit. A silent auction preview will be from 5 to 6 p.m., with the garden party scheduled for 6 to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Annmarie Garden Scholarship Fund and the expansion of the Ceramic Studio. Semi-formal garden attire and hats are encouraged. Cost of tickets is $75 for non-members and $65 for members. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to the website, www.annmariegarden.org.

Main Street Gallery will be blossoming with fresh work and featuring new serigraphs by Jeanne Hammett. Come and celebrate the opening of this new exhibit with a party from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 12. The gallery is located at 486 Main Street in Prince Frederick. For more information, call 410-535-3334.

Emmanuel United Methodist Church will hold its annual all-you-can-eat barbecue chicken and ribs dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 12. In addition to chicken and ribs, there will be potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, rolls and brownie sundaes with soft-serve ice cream for dessert. Cost is $14 for adults; $7 for children; children ages 4 and younger eat for free. Carryout will be available the day of the dinner by calling 410-535-3177. The church is located at 1250 Emmanuel Church Road in Huntingtown.

CalvART Gallery will present "High Five," celebrating the gallery's fifth anniversary, with a reception from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Join others in a toast and afternoon festivities. This is a party in honor of the patrons who have supported the gallery throughout the years. For more information, call 410-535-9252 or go to the website, www.calvertarts.org. The gallery is located at 110 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick.

Mt. Harmony-Lower Marlboro United Methodist Church will hold an all-you-can-eat community breakfast in its Fellowship Hall from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12. The menu includes bacon, sausage, scrapple, sausage gravy, biscuits, hash browns, grits, eggs, pancakes, cereal, fruit, pastries, coffee, tea, orange juice, apple juice and milk. Carryout will be available. Cost is $7 for ages 8 and older; $3 for ages 4 to 7; children 3 and younger eat for free. The church is located at 155 E. Mt. Harmony Road in Owings.

Sunday, June 13

Scattered Leaves, with special guest artist Liz Chambers, will perform in concert at Calvary Bible Church at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 13. The church is located at 8300 Nursery Road in Lusby, directly across Route 4 from White Sands. Refreshments will follow the concert.

The Calvert High School Key Club will be holding a dog wash in cooperation with Calvert Animal Welfare League from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 13, at the CAWL center, 1040 Prince Frederick Blvd. in Prince Frederick. Cost is $5 for a small dog, $8 for a medium-sized dog, and $10 for a large dog. All dogs, people and donations are welcome. Key Club is an affiliate of Kiwanis.

The Chesapeake Choral Arts Society, directed by Michael Santana, will present its annual Spring Concert featuring "Frostiana: Seven Country Songs," composed by Randall Thompson with words by Robert Frost, and "Requiem" by John Rutter at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, June 13, at La Plata United Methodist Church, 3 Port Tobacco Road in La Plata (near the intersection of Route 6 and U.S. 301). Tickets will be $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. A reception will follow the concert. Tickets may be purchased from CCAS members and will also be available at the door. To obtain a flyer or more information, contact Carol Charnock at 301-642-0594 or 301-934-5447, or online at www.chesapeakechoral.com.

The College of Southern Maryland will host the Octtava Duo as part of its ongoing Ward Virts Concert Series at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 13, at the CSM Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road in Prince Frederick. The Octtava Duo is comprised of pianists Wei-Der Huang and Hsien-Ann Meng. In their fifth year of collaboration, the duo has performed at such venues as the Strathmore Hall. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. The event is free, but limited tickets are available. For more information, call 443-550-6000, e-mail rperez@csmd.edu, or go to www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

Monday, June 14

Children ages 18 months to 5 years are invited to join a naturalist at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp for a program about bees at 10 a.m. Monday, June 14. Participants will discover some different types of bees and see the difference between bees and wasps. Reservations are required. Fee: $3 per child; Battle Creek Nature Education Society members pay $1. For more information, call 410-535-5327.

Adult Education Program Orientation and Skills Assessment will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, June 14, at the Hunting Creek Annex, 4105 Old Town Road in Huntingtown. The Adult Education Program is for all people who are older than 16, out of school and need a high school diploma. Adult Education classes, which help prepare students for the GED test or the External Diploma Program, are offered during the day and evening at various sites within the county. To enroll in an Adult Education class, students must participate in an orientation and skills assessment before being assigned to a class. For more information or to register, call the Adult Education Program at 410-535-7382, or go to the website at www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/other/adulted/index.htm.

Bio Aerobics Inc. announces the opening of registration for Cardio Fit classes for adults and teens, with the summer session to begin the week of June 14. Classes will be held at Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach. For class days and times or for more information, call 410-451-4056.

Tuesday, June 15

Kids ages 3 to 5 can join a naturalist at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp for a program about insects at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 15. Those who like bugs can join others in searching for them inside and then outside. Reservations are required. Fee: $3 per child; Battle Creek Nature Education Society members pay $1. Call 410-535-5327 for details.

Thursday, June 17

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Calvert County Chapter, will meet at noon Thursday, June 17, at Cove Point Park, located on Cove Point Road in Lusby. Meet fellow federal employees and neighbors and enjoy a summertime meal of chicken or barbecue. Members, non-members, current federal employees and guests are welcome. Bring a side dish, veggie or dessert to share. Contact Roger Cronshey at 410-535-4576.

The Calvert Toastmasters Club meets at 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursday of the month at the Prince Frederick Library. Meetings are open to the public and visitors are welcome. For more information, go to calvert.freetoasthost.ws, or call Rob Fagerson at 443-295-6613.

Steven Jost, associate director of communications for the U.S. Census Bureau, will describe the campaign for the 2010 U.S. Census and how organizations can use census data to help achieve public relations goals at a luncheon meeting, hosted by the Public Relations Individuals of Southern Maryland (PRISM), at noon, Thursday, June 17, at Regency Furniture Stadium. The event is $20 and includes the cost of the presentation and lunch. Contact Gretchen Heinze Hardman at gretchen.heinze@charlescommunityfoundation.org by June 10 to reserve a space at this PRISM presentation. The ballpark is located on Piney Church Road near Billingsley Road in Waldorf. For more information about this and future events, go to www.prismonline.info.

Friday, June 18

The Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse Inc. will sponsor a Night Golf Tournament to benefit Project Graduation at Mellomar Golf Park in Owings on June 18. Social hour and dinner will start at 7:30 p.m., with a tee-time of approximately 8:30 p.m. (dusk). Cost is $35 for adults, $15 for children 17 and younger. Format will be Captain's choice best ball. Registration is limited to the first 48 people (12 teams) to register. Teams may register now through June 14 through the Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call parks and recreation at 410-535-1600, ext. 2227 or 2229, or CAASA at 410-535-3733.

Saturday, June 19

The American Chestnut Land Trust will host a non-native plant removal workday from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19. Join the Vine Vindicator Crew as it works to remove non-native invasive plants species such as bamboo, Oriental bittersweet, wineberry, multi flora rose, and tree of heaven. Bring work gloves and loppers or clippers. Tools and water will be available. Meet at the ACLT south side trailhead barn on Scientists' Cliffs Road in Port Republic, across from Gate A.

Contact Joy Woppert at 410-414-3400, or e-mail land@acltweb.org, to RSVP and get directions.

Annmarie Garden will host its annual Fathers Day Fling "Catapults and ... Art?" from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 19. Join others for this popular family event that combines power tools and paint for an unforgettable day with dad. Call 410-326-4640 to register.

Sunday, June 20

There will be a Try-It on Father's Day, a triathlon for ages 10 to 100, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, June 20, at Kings Landing Park, located at 3255 Kings Landing Road in Huntingtown. The event includes short distances for three events: a 175-meter swim (in a pool), 4 mile bike ride and 1.4 mile run. Maps will be provided before the race.

The event is a fundraiser for the Patuxent Football Academy youth soccer program in Calvert County

Dunkirk Baptist Church will host the Sixth Annual Father's Day Car, Truck and Bike Show beginning at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, June 20 (rain date is June 27) at the church, located at 11275 Southern Maryland Blvd. in Dunkirk. The free event will feature live music, lunch, refreshments and children's activities.

Door prizes will be available and trophies will be awarded. Registration will be from 8:30 to 11 a.m. For more information, call Donna Murphy at the church office at 410-286-8500 or 301-855-3555.

Sotterley Plantation will give fathers a guided tour of the plantation house at half price from noon to 4 p.m. on Father's Day, Sunday, June 20. Stroll the blooming gardens, walk the plantation grounds and nature trails, see the historic outbuildings including the original 1830s slave cabin, or picnic out on the lawn while enjoying the view of the Patuxent River. For more information on upcoming Sotterley Plantation events, go to the website at www.sotterley.org.

Wednesday, June 23

The Southern Maryland Folk Art Center will host "Reduce, Reuse, Recreate" at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 23. Bring old T-shirts, plastic grocery bags, old jewelry and out of date sweaters and learn how to recreate them into a new, useful item.

The 10th Annual Leading Edge Awards, celebrating a decade of leadership excellence, will be held from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center in Waldorf. Southern Maryland will unite to recognize its outstanding companies and leaders, celebrate those achieving significant growth and success and salute the people who contribute so much to the region. Individual seats are $65, with sponsorships available starting at $500. To reserve a seat, contact Joyce Embrey at 301-934-7585, or e-mail her at joycee@csmd.edu.

Friday, June 25

Calvert County Parks and Recreation will present the 19th annual Calvert County Employees and Friends Golf Tournament starting at 9 a.m. Friday, June 25, at Chesapeake Hills Golf Club in Lusby. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. Format is captain's choice best ball. Cost is $70 per person and includes: green fees, cart, beverages, prizes, lunch and more. Single players are welcome and will be paired with other groups. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place; closest to the pin; and longest drive. To register, mail completed registration form and checks payable to the Calvert County Parks and Recreation. Net proceeds for this event will benefit the Therapeutic Recreation Services. For more information, contact parks and recreation at 410-535-1600 or 301-855-1243, ext. 2225.

The SMILE Livestock Expo and Horse Show for regional youth will take place at the St. Mary's Fairgrounds in Leonardtown from June 25 to 27. Animal owners and youth riders ages 8 to 21 years are invited to participate. Go to www.SMILE-Inc.org for the registration packets, activities and timetable. Breed registration and veterinary certificates are required. Admission to view the expo is free to the general public. For more information, call Susan McQuilkin at 301-274-1922.

The Church of God will host a fish fry starting at 11 a.m. Friday, June 25. With a donation of $15 or $17, get a choice of meat, two sides, cake and a soda. Orders can be faxed in on June 24 to 410-414-3170 or called in before June 24 to 410-535-2621 or 301-855-9191. Same-day orders may call 410-535-6985 or 410-231-4500 or 301-452-6586. Delivery is available for five dinners or more. The church is located at 670 Plum Point Road in Huntingtown.

Saturday, June 26

There will be an indoor yard sale at Crossroad Christian Church from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 26. Proceeds will benefit the Women's Ministry. For more information, call 410-586-1272. The church is located at the corner of Route 4 and Ball Road in St. Leonard.

The community is invited to join Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse Inc. for a night with the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs beginning at 6:35 p.m. Saturday, June 26. This fundraising event will help CAASA raise funds to support alcohol and other drug prevention education programs in the community. Tickets to the game are $13, and $4 from each ticket purchased through the team's online website is donated to CAASA. To purchase tickets, go to www.somdbluecrabs.com and clink on the "Fun-Raiser" icon on the left, click the CAASA logo and name, then click buy tickets, select a seat and complete the order. For more information, contact the CAASA office at 410-535-3733.

There will be a "Free at Last! Black History Celebration" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 26, at Sotterley Plantation. The event was rescheduled from February.

Sotterley Plantation has partnered with The Boeing Company to offer this important all day, free to the public event, as part of the 2010 Speaker Series. For a full day, there will be character presentations, tours of the original 1830s slave cabin, hands-on learning, children's activities, and the soulful praising performances by the St. Peter Claver Choir at 11 a.m. and the Southern Maryland Gospel Choir at 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, June 30

All are invited to attend the Arts Council of Calvert County's Annual Meeting from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 30, at the CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick. The agenda includes the announcement of FY2011 Arts In Education grant recipients; introduction of new board members; the Mary D. Harrison award; and arts, music and refreshments. For more information, contact the Arts Council at 410-257-7005, or online at www.calvertarts.org.

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