CHRISTMAS TREE PICK UP DATES

Goode Trash Removal will be picking up Christmas Trees on January 3rd and January 10th. Place them where you would normall place your trash for pick up.

Happy Holidays to all

Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Town Square Saturday December 18

Kids of all ages can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, December 18th from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in the Leonardtown Town Square. Have those last-minute Christmas lists in hand for Santa! It is requested that you bring your own camera to take photos. While in the Town Square, see the Town Christmas Tree and enjoy shopping, dining, and the holiday atmosphere! For more information call the Commissioners of Leonardtown at 301-475-9791.

Annual Winter Celtic Music Festival January 29, 2011

This year for our annual Winter Celtic Music Festival, the Celtic Society of Southern Maryland proudly presents Solas - the most popular, influential, and exciting Celtic band to ever emerge from the United States. They will offer afternoon workshops ($40), 2 – 4PM, and an evening concert ($25) 7:30 pm, Saturday, 29 January 2011.
The Celtic Society continues to work with St. Mary’s Ryken High School, Leonardtown, MD as a collaborative effort to present this event to the community. Solas has performed internationally at many venues including Symphony Hall, Wolf Trap, the Ford Amphitheater, and Queens Hall in Edinburgh, Scotland. Founders Seamus Egan (flute, tenor banjo, mandolin, whistle, guitar and bodhran) and Winifred Horan (fiddle) anchor the sound of Solas as two highly regarded and emulated musicians in many genres of acoustic music. Haling from Ireland, Mick McAuley (accordion and concertina) and Eamon McElholm (guitar and keyboards) further enrich the sound. The internationally acclaimed super group has not only captured the hearts and ears of Irish music fans, but fans all around the globe with their blend of Celtic traditional, folk and country melodies, bluesy/jazz-inspired improvisations and global rhythms. Solas has built a fan base that includes acclaimed performers, such as, Bela Fleck, Emmylou Harris and the much sought-after rap producer Timbaland, who sampled the band on his radio hit “All Yall.” Their latest release “The Turning Tide” will be on sale during this event.
More information and sound samples of Solas’ music is available at www.solasmusic.com. Details about this event are available at www.cssm.org, email fiddling@cssm.org, or call (301) 375-0534. Afternoon workshops from 2pm – 4pm will include Irish fiddle and penny whistle. Seating will be limited for the workshops, so register early!

St. Mary's County Historical Society Open House Dec. 12

The St. Mary's County Historical Society is hosting an open house to celebrate the refurbishment of the first floor of Tudor Hall (thanks to Bond Bill funds), as well as to hold a sneak preview screening of Maryland Public TV's new program, Chesapeake Collectibles. It will be held on Sunday, December 12, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Tudor Hall. The MPT-TV sneak preview will occur at 3 p.m. Representatives from MPT will be in attendance. And, we understand there will be press coverage from the Baltimore Sun as well as the two county papers. This is a chance to tour historical 18th century Tudor Hall and its exhibits, festively decorated for the holidays, as well as to see the sneak preview for this new and exciting program that will begin airing on Channel 22 on January 8, 2011. Patterned after the Antiques Roadshow, the program will concentrate on the history of artifacts specific to the Chesapeake region. This is a cooperative effort between MPT and county historical societies.

Open Skate Night

Open Skate Night – New Hours starting January 8, 2011


• January 8 – March 26, 2011
• 6:00 – 9:00 pm
• Admission fee: $4.00
• Skate Rental: $2.50 or bring your own roller skates
• All ages are welcome

Leonard Hall

December First Friday on Dec. 3

Many shops, galleries and restaurants have joined together to celebrate First Fridays in Leonardtown. New businesses are joining the party every month! Join us for Art, food, shopping and socializing while exploring the nooks and crannies of Leonardtown. There will be a raffle ticket drawing at 6 pm for a basket of gift certificates from local businesses worth over $200. Caroling led by Folk Salad Trio starts at 5:00 PM on the square. Visit www.leonardtownfirstfriday.blogspot.com for detailed information.

Christmas on the Square

It looks like the weather is going to be nice! Christmas on the Square will be occuring today on Friday, November 26 from 5 pm until 9pm! Hope to see everyone in town tonight!

Fall Leaf Pick-Up

Fall Leaf Pick-Up

As part of its trash collection service, Goode Trash Service will pick up bagged leaves set out by Town residents on regularly scheduled trash collection days. This service is limited to 5 bags of leaves per household per collection day. Any remaining bags may be set out for pickup on the next trash collection day, but still observing the 5-bag limit.

Please do not place piles of loose leaves in the street, as this is not part of the trash disposal service.

Holiday Concert on December 18

The Bella Music School is hosting a Holiday Concert at College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown Campus on Saturday, December 18, 2010 from 4:30 PM- 6:00 PM. The concert is being held inthe A Building Auditorium with free admission. This concert is a winter student showcase featuring holiday favorties, classics and much more! For more information contact Bella Music School at 301-247-2602.

Christmas on the Square on Friday, November 26

The Town of Leonardtown is hosting its Annual Christmas on the Square on Washington Street in Historic downtown Leonardtown on Friday, November 26th from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

The main stage will have a variety of entertainment including seasonal music and Christmas carols, costumed characters and more. Other holiday festivities around the Square and down Fenwick Street include sleigh rides, train rides, fire truck rides, hay rides, horse & carriage rides, a petting zoo, pony rides, live nativity, face painting, make-and-take crafts for children, an ice sculpture demonstration, visits with Santa, cookie decorating at the “Gingerbread House” (Kevin’s Corner Café) and more! See Frosty the Snowman,Pinch from the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, Mrs. Claus, and of course, the big guy himself, Santa Claus!

Watch for Santa’s arrival and lighting of the Town Christmas Tree at 7:00 p.m.! You'll also want to visit Winnegardner Showroom for the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad’s Annual Christmas Festival. Decorated trees and wreaths, a slide show and photo display of days past in St. Mary’s County, toy collections and crafts are just some of the highlights of this Christmas Festival. You may also prepare a letter or card to be sent to a member of the Armed Forces.

A free round-trip shuttle bus service will be provided by STS Transportation into the Leonardtown Square from the College of Southern Maryland-Leonardtown Campus. Vehicular traffic into the downtown area will be detoured to designated parking areas and streets around Town.

Christmas on the Square is sponsored by the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, the Leonardtown Business Association, the Commissioners of Leonardtown, and community partners Quality Built Homes, Winegardner Auto Group, Sabre Systems, and College of Southern Maryland. For more information, call 301-475-9791.

***In case of rain please check our website or call the town office at 301-475-9791 and listen to the answering machine recording. Rain date: Saturday, November 27.***

Veteran's Day Parade and Ceremony on November 11

The Town of Leonardtown, The Board of County Commissioners for St. Mary’s County, and parade organizers invite the public to salute America’s Veterans at the Annual Veterans Day Parade in Leonardtown, on Thursday, November 11, 2010! The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Ryken High School and will feature Veterans, dignitaries, elected officials, local school marching bands, military units, color guards, bagpipers, classic and antique cars, boy and girl scouts, cheerleaders, motorcycles, horses, fire, police, emergency personnel and equipment. Immediately following the parade, spectators are encouraged to remain in the Town Square for a Veterans Memorial Ceremony to include patriotic music, and laying of wreaths.

Parade participants are requested to arrive between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Upon arrival, participants should check in with parade coordinators at Ryken High School for their line-up assignment.

Spectators are encouraged to view the parade along Fenwick and Washington Street and park at the Governmental Center and take the free round-trip St. Mary’s County Transit System (STS) shuttle bus service into downtown Leonardtown to view the parade and ceremony. The shuttle will be running from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Officers of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will provide traffic control, and Parade Volunteers will assist with parking and street detours.

For more information call 301-475-9791.


For directions to the Governmental Center click on this link- http://www.stmarysmd.com/Directions.asp

Local wins NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition

Kenny Sothoron, Sports Supervisor has announced that Leonardtown Elementary second grader places first in NFL Punt Pass & Kick (PPK) Competition. Grant Deaton, a second grader in Mrs. Young’s class at Leonardtown Elementary in St. Mary’s County Maryland, has placed first in his age group in all rounds of the NFL’s PPK events. Grant will be eligible for competition at FedEx Field during a Washington Redskins football game.

Grant is a member of the inaugural season 75lbs. Leonardtown Wildcats where his father is an assistant coach. Grant has many hobbies but enjoys football, soccer, basketball, Cub Scouts and riding his dirt bike.

Grant says he is looking forward to seeing his name up on the Washington Redskins’ jumbo tron.

Scarecrow Making and Trick-or-Treat

Enjoy all the festivities of fall in Downtown Leonardtown on Saturday, October 30th. The Southern Maryland Artisan Center is sponsoring “Scarecrow Making” on the Square from 1:00- 3:00 p.m. The cost is $8 to make your life size scarecrow and includes all supplies. For all ages. Perfect for fall decorating!

Between 3:00-4:00 p.m., children, accompanied by a parent or guardian, can dress up in their Halloween costume and walk around the Leonardtown Square “trick-or-treating” with participating downtown merchants. Bring a goodie bag for your candy and treats! This free, kid-fun activity with plenty of treats is sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association. For more information, call the Commissioners of Leonardtown at 301-475-9791.

Williamsburg Condo Raffle to Benefit St. Mary's Nursing Center

The St. Mary’s Nursing Center Foundation is raffling two (2) Powhatan Plantation condos for one week in colonial Williamsburg. The condos were donated by Pam and Greg Herold. Tickets are three (3) for $5 and the drawing will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at the ‘Tree of Remembrance’ celebration at the Nursing Center. Proceeds from the raffle will purchase needed items to enhance the lives of our residents. For ticket information please call 240-298-4983 or 301-481-6898.

Vacation Rental Description
Enjoy a week this spring (Friday, April 29 through Friday, May 6, 2011) with family and friends in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia! Win two beautifully furnished two-bedroom, air-conditioned condos. Condos are equipped with cable TV, hot tub in the first floor condo, shower with steam bath, Jacuzzi tub, full kitchen, dining area, living room, washer/dryer and a patio. The condos are in a spacious 256 acre gated-community, an area steeped in history and heritage. A highlight of the resort is a furnished manor house (circa 1735) that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Condo Rental Amenities
•Indoor, Outdoor Pools, Kiddy pools and Hot Tub
•Basketball & Tennis Courts, Playgrounds
•Fitness Center and Racquet Ball
•Mini Golf
•Bike Rentals
•Spa
•Picnic area
•Movie Rentals
•Sauna
•Guest Services

Activities and Attractions in Williamsburg Virginia

Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg are about ten minutes away and the Yorktown Battlefield is 15 minutes away.

Golfers will enjoy preferred rates at the Williamsburg National Golf Course - rated one of the ten best in Virginia per Golf Digest.

Busch Gardens and Water Country USA are 15 minutes away.

Canoeing is nearby.

Charter Fishing in Norfolk and Virginia Beach is about an hour away.
Outlet Malls and the Pottery are 15 minutes away

Star Ornaments from St. Mary's Nursing Center

The St. Mary’s Nursing Center Foundation is selling a five point stained glass "Star" ornament for $20. There only 200 of these exquisite ornaments made by local artist, Nancy Wathen exclusively for the Foundation. This is the last of this series. For 2010 the “Star” is teal edged in silver. Hurry and place your order before December 3rd. The Foundation’s annual ‘Tree of Remembrance’ celebration will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. at the Nursing Center. During the celebration your loved ones names are read and the ornaments are given to family members/friends. After the remembrance celebration everyone enjoys a great buffet among family and friends. If you are not able to attend the celebration, your ornament will be waiting for you at the front desk at the Nursing Center, to be picked up after December 9th. Donations in lieu of having an ornament are greatly appreciated. Your donation will go to a special fund to support projects that enhance the residents’ quality of life. If you have any questions, please call Brenda Pruett at 240-298-5019.

Heavnely Presents Grand Opening Oct 22/23

Heavenly Presents Grand Opening Celebration is happening on Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23. Friday there will be music and prayer on Leonardtown Square from 6 pm until 9pm. On Saturday there will be a prayer walk starting at 9am followed by the Blessing of the store at 9am. There will be live music throughout the day, children’s story readings, book signing, refreshments, shopping and family fun! Stop by anytime Saturday between 9am and 3pm. For more information please call (301) 475-9770.

Heavenly Presents is a store ministry of the Bread of Life Center for Peace, a non-profit organization at 22697 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Regular store hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 10am-3pm and Friday 10am to 6pm. Store hours are extended for Grand Opening!

Blue Grass for Hospice on Oct. 23

The 2nd Annual “Bluegrass for Hospice” music festival, food drive, and craft fair is on Saturday, October 23, 2010 from noon until 9:00 pm. The event is at Flat Iron Farm on Flat Iron Road in Great Mills, MD. All proceeds will be used for the Hospice House in St. Mary’s County. Tickets are $20.00 before October 16 and $25.00 at the gate. There will be music, a $500.00 raffle, door prizes, silent auctions, craft fair and children’s activities. Food will be available for sale by Thompson’s Catering, B.Y.O.B. Also, please bring a non-perishable food item to help replenish the Southern Maryland Food Banks.

The entertainment for the day is as follows- “The Grascals” from Nashville, TN along with locals: 12:00- 12:30- David Norris; 12:40-1:25- Joey Tippett & The California Ramblers; 1:35-2:20- Jack Tippett Band; 2:30-3:15- Bubby Abell & Spoon Creek; 3:25-4:10- Charlie Thompson & Bottom Country Bluegrass; 4:20-4:50- Gracie’s Guys and Gals Dancers; 5:00-5:45- Jay Armsworthy & Eastern Tradition; 5:55-6:40- Ken Rickett & Recent Addtion; 7:00-8:30—The Grascals! Sound will be provided by Troy Jones.

For more information visit www.bluegrassforhospice.com or call 301-737-3004. If ordering your ticket in advance make checks payable to Hospice of St. Mary’s, mail a self addressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 741, California, MD 20619. To verify this event call 301-994-3023.

Monster Rockfish Festival on Oct. 31

The First Annual Rockfish Cook-off is on Sunday October 31, 2010 from 11am until 5pm at Greenwell State Park in Hollywood, MD. The Monster Rockfish Festival is being held in conjunction with the first annual Monster Rockfish Tournament, taking place in the Maryland waters of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries on Saturday, October 30. Click on the flyer to enlarge to read more details or visit www.greenwellfoundation.org for more information and vendor applications.

Comedy Night on October 16

The Comedy Department at the Leonardtown Fire House is hosting two comedians on Saturday October 16, 2010. The show is featuring Ray Devito, as seen on E! Network and Entertainment Tonight, and Dave Goldstien, featured on NBC'S Late Night with Conan O'Brian. The event will have an open bar all evening, with an Attitude Adjustment from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. A delicious three course dinner catered by the Auxiliary of the Leonardtown Fire Department that includes steamship round of beef, roasted turkey, crab imperial and all of the trimmings. Seating begins at 7 p.m. with the show beginning at 8:30 p.m. The cost of tickets is $50 with a limited of number tickets available. Call or e-mail Roger Mattingly to reserve your ticket today, no walk up tickets will be sold, 301-475-5966 or rogr69@verizon.net

Antique Tractor Parade on October 10

Come out and enjoy the sights and sounds of the machines that cultivated the fields of rural Southern Maryland yesteryear! The parade will start at Leonardtown Elementary School and travel through the historic Leonard town Business District on Sunday, October 10 from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm. See old John Deere, Farmall, Oliver, Ford, Massey Ferguson equipment and more! These beautiful and hard working machines are over 50 years old- some restored and others in their work clothes. Fun for the old as well as the young. Reminisce back when you or some of your family actually operated one of these magnificent machines! This event is sponsored by the Southern Maryland Antique Power Association to benefit The Christmas in April Foundation. Please call 301-904-3291, 301-475-8361, or 410-535-1380 for information!

Oyster Scald on October 1

Each year, the Oyster Scald is held as a kickoff to the Oyster Festival and as a fund-raiser for the National Oyster Cook-off. The event will take place on Friday, October 1, 2010 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Leonardtown Wharf. There will be live entertainment, oysters, light appetizers, and beverages included in the admission price. Tickets are $25.00 per guest if purchased in advance or $30 at the event. Limited tickets are available. Call Kirk MacKinnon at 301-904-1461 or Robin Finnacom at 240-298-1133 for tickets. This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Lexington Park for the benefit of the National Oyster Cookoff.

Consignment Event on October 22 & 23

Come shop Elly's Closet, LLC's fall/winter name brand/designer consignment event at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds on Friday, October 22 (10am to 8pm) and Saturday, October 23 (9am to 2pm). Shop our huge selection of gently worn and unworn women and juniors name brand and designer clothing, shoes and accessories. All sizes are available - juniors, petites, regular and plus sizes. Lots of items will be half price on Saturday, October 23. No entrance fee. Bring canned goods to be donated to a local food bank. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Health Share of St. Mary's. For more information go to www.EllysCloset.com or call 301-801-5763. Come out and get a great deal!

Taste of St. Mary's ~ Sunday, September 19 ~ Noon to 5 pm

Join us for a wonderful community event on the square in downtown Historic Leonardtown. Find food from all around our area in sample-sized portions for purchase. Enjoy live entertainment, children's activities, access to historical sites, customer car display and more.....

Food tickets will be available in $1.00 denominations and can be purchased individually or in packets of 5, 10 or 20.

Admission is FREE - Parking is FREE - Activities are FREE

Sailing Event coming to Leonardtown Wharf- September 11

The Third Annual Leonardtown Wharf Regatta will take place on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 12:00 noon, with races starting simultaneously from lower Breton Bay, and from the starting line on the water at the Leonardtown Wharf Park. The "Big Boat" Barnacle Cup racers will start near the Potomac and race up Breton Bay, ending near the Wharf Park. The High School racers will start at the same time in front of the breakwater at the Leonardtown Wharf and perform for spectators in the Park until 4 p.m., where they can enjoy pizza and live music from the St. Mary's Ryken Jazz Band. The regatta is open to all monohull sailboats, 20’ and longer. There is an entry fee of $20 per boat. A “round the buoys” race, of a length to be determined by conditions, will count as the first in a series of two races using PHRF non-spinnaker. The second race will begin after the last boat crosses. The Race Committee will group the boats into one of three categories- slower, medium and faster, the second pursuit race will be into Breton Bay all the way to Green Buoy 11 near the wharf. After all boats have crossed the finish line they will parade by the wharf. The results will be posted at 5:00 pm.

The Barnacle Cup sailors will host this event to benefit the St. Mary’s Ryken and Leonardtown High School Sailing Teams. Once both races are complete spectators will be treated to a parade of boats at the Leonardtown Wharf around 3:00 pm.

For more information contact the Barnacle Cup Sailors, Robert “Buzz” Ballard at buzz.ballard@gmail.com or (240)- 298-1211 or visit the website- www.barnaclecup.com.

Fall Follies- Craft Fair on September 11

The annual Fall Follies Arts & Crafts Show will be held Saturday, September 11th on Washington Street in Downtown Leonardtown from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Participants will be showing and selling their many handmade arts and crafts, paintings, pressed flowers, clay sculptures, ceramics, pottery, hand-woven baskets, floral arrangements, candles, dolls, quilts, afghans, stained glass, jewelry, and much more! A great venue for browsers and gift-givers. Vendor applications are still being accepted. Contact the Southern Maryland Artisan Center at 301-997-1644 for more information.

While in Leonardtown, take time to visit Leonardtown Wharf and watch the 3rd Annual Leonardtown Wharf Regatta is going on from 12:00 noon until 4:00.

Sneak Peeks of Leonardtown Wellness and Aquatics Center

Sneak Peeks of Leonardtown Wellness and Aquatics Center. 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, August 6, and 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, August 7, College of Southern Maryland Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown.

The public is invited for two sneak peeks of the new Leonardtown Wellness and Aquatics Center. Opening in September, the building features a fitness center, two group exercise studios, a six-lane, 25-yard, lap pool and a zero-depth-entry therapy pool. The center will be open for sneak peeks during Leonardtown’s First Friday and Saturday’s Beach Party. CSM students will also be on-hand to assist children in painting windows in downtown Leonardtown as part of the fun.
Free.

240-725-5371 or http://www.csmd.edu/About/campuses/leonardtown/building/WellnessCenter.html

A regionally accredited community college that provides programs and services with a special focus on local workforce development to maintain and grow a healthy economy and community, the College of Southern Maryland is a two-time silver level recipient of the Maryland Performance Excellence Award. CSM, founded in 1958, is the fifth largest community college in Maryland with campuses in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. For information about CSM, call 301-934-7765 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499 or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7765 or visit http://www.csmd.edu/.

CSM’s campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two week advanced notice. If you are interested in these services, please contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614.

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Media Contact:

Dorothy Hill, Media Relations Coordinator College of Southern Maryland 301-934-7745, dmhill@csmd.edu http://www.csmd.edu/

Free Song Coffee House & Concert - Friday, August 13 - 7 - 9 PM

Free Song Coffee House and Concert:

The Leonardtown Church of the Nazarene invites you to a free Coffee House. Live worship music will be presented by Sunday Obsession (http://www.myspace.com/sundayobsession ). A good will love offering will be received. Please join us for this wonderful event.

Friday, August 13th , 7:00 – 9:00 pm

2009 CCR - Water Quality Report

2009 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT (CCR)
COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN

The 2009 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is available to Town residents and the public at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and at the Leonardtown Post Office, 22735 Washington Street and is also available online at http://leonardtown.somd.com under Town Government, Water Quality Reports.

Maryland to Kentucky Reunion 2010 Schedule of Events

Fox 5 Morning Show Comes to Leonardtown July 9; “Extras” Needed

Fox 5 Morning Show Comes to Leonardtown July 9; “Extras” Needed

Fox 5 TV is relocating its studio to Leonardtown on Friday, July 9, 2010 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. as part of its Hometowns Series in July.

They were in Leesburg last Friday, check it out at http://www.myfoxdc.com/. Click on Hometowns under the Mornings tab.

Please consider spending some of your morning in Leonardtown—on your way to work, to begin a CWS day, to start a day of vacation ... Several members of the crowd were included in quick interviews in Leesburg—this could be your TV moment. Recommend all watch, TIVO or tape the July 9 morning show on Fox 5 as Leonardtown “stars” on this regional broadcast

TEXAS HOLD’EM/LAS VEGAS NIGHT AT LEONARDTOWN FIRE HOUSE 7/10/10 @ 6 PM

TEXAS HOLD’EM/LAS VEGAS NIGHT
AT LEONARDTOWN FIRE HOUSE
SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2010

Texas Hold”em” at 6:00 PM

1st Place Winner $1,500.00
Top 9 Players Will Be a Winner
$60 Entry Fee Limited to 100 People
(Prize Money May Be Adjusted If Less Than 100 People)
Includes Entry Fee for Las Vegas Night

Las Vegas Night at 7:30 PM
Must be 21 to enter
Roulette, Black Jack, Caribbean Stud, Over/Under, Big 6, Vegas Wheel
Admission $10.00

CSM Twilight Performance Series, Sneak Peeks of Wellness Aquatics Center – July 6-July 29

CSM Twilight Performance Series, Sneak Peeks of Wellness Aquatics Center – July 6-July 29

The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) 2010 Twilight Performance Series will feature weekly performances on each campus July 6-29.

Performances will be on the Leonardtown Campus on Tuesdays. Performances start at 6:45 p.m. Free. A sneak peek of the new Wellness and Aquatics Center to open in September will also be offered from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.


The Leonardtown campus series kicks off on Tuesday, July 6 with Thurgood Marshall, one of the historical figures featured as part of the Maryland Humanities Council’s annual Chautauqua program. The night begins with musical entertainment followed by the evening’s historical performance. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free.

For performance details and schedule call 240-725-5499 or visit www.csmd.edu/Arts

GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT ST. MARY’S NURSING CENTER

GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT ST. MARY’S NURSING CENTER

7/22/2010 – Wicomico Shores Municipal Golf Course – Shotgun Start 9:00 AM

The second annual St. Mary’s Nursing Center Foundation Golf Tournament is scheduled for Thursday, July 22, 2010. Check-in begins at 8:00 AM and the Putting Contest starts at 8:15 AM. Cost is $75 per player which includes greens fees, cart, beverages on the course and lunch. Tournament format is Captain’s Choice.

The tournament will feature a Hole In One prize, gifts for men and women closest to the pin, longest drive, putting contest winners, first, second and third place teams and door prizes. Players may purchase Mulligan’s and 50/50 raffle tickets. A delicious buffet lunch will be provided.

If you do not play golf, you may sponsor lunch for $400, a hole for $100, a golf cart for $75, a tee for $50, or a business card sponsor – for $20, we will distribute your business cards in the gift bags for the golfers. You must provide the business cards. A donation of any denomination is appreciated and needed. Sponsor signage will advertise lunch, each hole, golf cart and tee. All proceeds and donations will purchase equipment for St. Mary’s Nursing Center to care for our residents. We need you to help us help them. Your donation is tax deductible. Please make checks payable to SMNC Foundation and the address is P.O. Box 904, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

If you have any questions or wish to register, please contact: Brenda Pruett 240-298-5019. Registration deadline is July 16, 2009. # # #


St. Mary’s Nursing Center Foundation, Inc.

www.stmarysnursingcenter.com

Patricia Bowles-Buckler, President
21585 Peabody Street,
Leonardtown, MD 20650

Contact: Brenda Pruett, Telephone: 240-298-5019
Vice President Fax: 301-475-9425

E-mail: stmarysnursingcenterfoundation@yahoo.com

Downtown Tunes - Acoustic Music

Downtown Tunes - Acoustic Music

Acoustic Music on the Square in Leonardtown, Saturday, June 26, 2010.

Featuring The Eds, and Hamm-It-Ups. 6 pm to about 9:15 pm.

Admission is free. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on.

Construction Mangement Services for Church Street Water Tower Bid Opening CANCELLED and Rescheduled to a Later Date

The Bid opening scheduled for June 25, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. for the Construction Management Services of the Church St. water tower will be rescheduled to a later date.

All interested bidders will be notified as soon as a new date is set. If you should have any questions please contact Tony Wheatley / Capital Construction Coordinator at 301-904-3962.

River Concert Series Brass Ensemble on the Square in Leoanrdtown, Saturday, July 10 @ 7 pm

The River Concert Series Brass Ensemble will perform on Saturday, July 10 at 7 p.m. on the Square in Leonardtown.

Unfortunately the performance scheduled for Saturday, July 17th has been cancelled.

Come on out with your family and friends in the soft evening time to enjoy the muscial sounds in the square.

CSM Tunes up for Summer’s Twilight Performances

The Twilight Performance Series sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) returns this summer with a new line-up to include a bit of history and music. The free family-friendly series will feature artists performing a variety of music from bluegrass and folk to blues and rock and roll, to Latin Jazz at campuses in La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick.

Performers will be at the Leonardtown Campus on Tuesdays, July 6, 13, 20 and 27; at the La Plata Campus on Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28; and at the Prince Frederick Campus on Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29. All performances will begin at 6:45 p.m.

The annual Chautauqua program will kick off the series July 6-8 with each of CSM’s campuses featuring a different historical character. An educational program of the Maryland Humanities Council, Chautauqua is presented in partnership with CSM and includes opening musical acts at 6:45 p.m., followed by performances from Chautauquan actors who portray historical figures.

The theme for this year’s Chautauqua is “Borders, Boundaries and Barriers,” and features the historical portrayals of former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall on the Leonardtown Campus, landscape architect Frederick Law Olmstead Sr. on the La Plata Campus and Native American guide and explorer Sacagawea on the Prince Frederick Campus.

Twilight performances continue the subsequent weeks with the Fitzmaurice Band, Terence McArdle and Big Trouble, and Alegria.
Formed in 2006 by identical twins Maria and Sarah Fitzmaurice, Brandon Snelling and Mike Simms, the Fitzmaurice Band has a unique style with influences from bluegrass, country, jazz, classical and international folk and classic rock. In addition to providing vocals for the group, Maria Fitzmaurice plays the guitar and Sarah Fitzmaurice plays the bass. Snelling plays the mandolin, with Simms on the banjo and Aaron Malone on the fiddle. The Fitzmaurice Band performs on July 13, 14 and 15.
Based out of Washington, D.C., Terence McArdle and Big Trouble started in 1992 evolving from a harmonica- dominated Chicago Blues style to an infusion of blues, swing, be-bop and classic rock and roll. The members of band have shared the stage with artists such as James Cotton, Little Jimmy King and Smokey Wilson. Terence McArdle and Big Trouble perform on July 20, 21 and 22.

Alegria, a Virginia-based trio consisting of guitarist Peter Richardson, bass player Bob Bowen and drummer Drex Weaver, infuses Brazilian, Cuban, Caribbean, Latin and African drum beats in its eclectic style. Richardson, an alumnus of the Duke Ellington School of the Performing Arts, studied under classical guitarist Eduardo Campolina to develop knowledge of the Brazilian Bossa Nova sound. Bowen holds a music business degree from Radford University and has performed with artists such as Royce Campbell, Jeff Decker and the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra. Weaver, a graduate of the Berklee College of Music where he learned African percussion techniques, has worked on the West Coast as a studio musician and freelance drummer. Alegria closes out the series with performances on July 27, 28 and 29.

Sponsors for this year’s Twilight Performance Series are premier event sponsor Maryland Bank & Trust; grand sponsors All American Harley-Davidson, Comcast Bay Shore Group and Computer Science Corporation (CSC); and major sponsors Bayside Toyota, Buddy Sprague, Community Bank of Tri-County and the CSM Foundation. The series is also sponsored by the Maryland Humanities Council and is made possible in part by a grant from the St. Mary’s County Arts Council, the Arts Council of Calvert County, the Charles County Arts Alliance and awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council.

For information on sponsorships of CSM’s arts programs call 301-934-7649 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499 or 443-550-6169, Ext. 7649 or visit www.csmd.edu/foundation/events/.

In the event of inclement weather, performances will move indoors. On the La Plata Campus performances will move to the Fine Arts Center, on the Leonardtown Campus to the Building A, Auditorium, and on the Prince Frederick Campus to Room 119.

For information on the Twilight Performance Series call 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499, or 443-550-6169, Ext. 7828 or visit www.csmd.edu/arts.

Chautauqua is a program of the Maryland Humanities Council presented in partnership with the College of Southern Maryland. The Maryland Humanities Council, Inc. is an independent non-profit organization which receives support from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Maryland Division of Historical and Cultural Programs, corporations, foundations and individuals.

A regionally accredited community college that provides programs and services with a special focus on local workforce development to maintain and grow a healthy economy and community, the College of Southern Maryland is a two-time silver level recipient of the Maryland Performance Excellence Award. CSM, founded in 1958, is the fifth largest community college in Maryland with campuses in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. For information about CSM, call 301-934-7765 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499 or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7765 or visit www.csmd.edu.

CSM’s campuses are accessible to patrons with disabilities. Audio description for the visually impaired and sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired are available with a minimum two week advanced notice. If you are interested in these services, please contact the academic support/ADA coordinator at 301-934-7614.

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St. Mary’s County

CSM Twilight Performance Series: Chautauquan Thurgood Marshall. 6:45 p.m., July 6, College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. CSM’s Twilight Performance Series kicks off with Thurgood Marshall., one of the historical figures featured as part of the Maryland Humanities Council’s annual Chautauqua program. The night begins with musical entertainment followed by the evening’s historical performance. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.


CSM Twilight Performance Series: Fitzmaurice Band. 6:45 p.m., July 13, College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. The Fitzmaurice Band will perform as part of CSM’s Twilight Performance Series. The band plays original compositions influenced by a variety of musical genres such as country, folk and jazz. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.


CSM Twilight Performance Series: Terence McArdle and Big Trouble. 6:45 p.m., July 20, College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. Terence McArdle and Big Trouble will perform as part of CSM’s Twilight Performance Series. Terence McArdle and Big Trouble perform blues and classical rock and roll cover songs along with original compositions. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.


CSM Twilight Performance Series: Alegria. 6:45 p.m., July 27, College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. Alegria, a Latin jazz trio, will close out the 2010 season of CSM’s Twilight Performance Series. Each week the series features a different performance on each campus. Bring a picnic with a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic beverages permitted.) Free. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or www.csmd.edu/Arts.

Leonardtown Board of Zoning Appeals - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 8th

Leonardtown Board of Zoning Appeals
Tuesday June 8, 2010 - 5:00 pm

Meeting Agenda

Approval of Minutes: November 3, 2008


New Business:

• Case # 13-10 – 22635 Washington Street – Request for a BOA approval for a special exception to build a new single family home in the C-B (Commercial Business) district.

Adjournment

River Concert Series Brass Ensemble on Location Leonardtown Square

The River Concert Series Brass Ensemble will perform on Saturday, July 10 at 7 p.m. on the Square in Leonardtown.

Unfortunately the performance scheduled for Saturday, July 17th has been cancelled.

Come on out with your family and friends in the soft evening time to enjoy the muscial sounds in the square.

Community Health Awareness & Monitoring Program

For Immediate Release

The Community Health Awareness & Monitoring Program
2901 Druid Park Drive/Suite 103 Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 669-6340 phone (410) 669-9291 fax

Contact: Landas Lockett Ina Glenn-Smith
Walk Coordinator Asst.Director
240-925-4769 410-669-6340

Innovative Project to Promote Physical Activity Using
St. Mary’s County’s Role in the Underground Railroad

St. Mary’s Co., Maryland –April 12, 2010 Health Freedom: A Path to Wellness is an innovative project promoting increased physical activity and making creative use of St. Mary’s County’s role in the Underground Railroad. Participants will walk a section of the historical route connected with the plight of slaves seeking freedom and become motivated to achieve their own freedom from the bondage of poor health habits.

Participants will walk in honor of both those who walked for freedom and those who assisted in the struggle. Everyone who walks will be given the name of an Abolitionist, Quaker or Freedom Seeker who made it to freedom. All walkers will receive a t-shirt and a “Freedman Slave Tag Replica key ring” to symbolize their freedom from sedentary lifestyle.

The goal of this event is to encourage our communities to free themselves from the bondage of a sedentary lifestyle and become more active. By doing this, individuals can begin on their journey to wellness and potentially live healthier lives by continuing to participate in some form of physical activity.


The 5-K walk will be held on Friday, June 18, 2010. Registration at 5:30 p.m., Walk at 6:30 p.m. rain or shine. The walk will begin and end at the St. Mary's Historical Society, 41680 Tudor Drive, Leonardtown, Maryland. All ages are welcome. There will be a variety of health screenings, educational presentations on the Underground Railroad, entertainment, a manumission ceremony, to name a few.

© Obesity in Maryland causes health care costs to be 37% higher,
outpatient care 36% higher, and medication costs 77% higher.
(R. Sturm.Rand Corporation, 2001).


© Many Marylanders are not physically active on a regular basis.
4 of every 5 Maryland adults do not get regular physical activity.

© Heart disease was the number one killer of Marylanders in 1999, accounting for almost 40% of all deaths.

© There are a number of diseases related to obesity and from
being overweight such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood
pressure, cancer, and arthritis. These significantly affect various
communities of Baltimore.

© An estimated 300,000 deaths a year are attributed to problems of
being overweight and obese.

Health Freedom, Inc., C.H.A.M.P. (Community Health Awareness & Monitoring Program), the American Heart Association – Maryland Affiliate, American Diabetes Association and local health departments around the state are sponsors of this project for the citizens of Maryland.

To get more information or to register for the walk and other yearlong activities, call 410 669-6340 or 1 888- 511 WALK (9255) or visit www.healthfreedominc.com.

Fractal Folk at Port of Leonardtown Winery June 4th

Fractal Folk at Port of Leonardtown Winery for First Friday

An Evening of Fusion Folk ~ 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

www.portofleonardtown.com

Maryland Wineries Association 2010 Winemasters Choice Competition Results

Maryland Wineries Association 2010 Winemasters Choice Competition Results

The results are in...

http://www.marylandwine.com/mwa/awards/winemasterschoice10.shtml

Port of Leonardtown Awards:

Best of Class
Best Dessert: Port of Leonardtown Winery • Autumn Frost Vidal Blanc 2009
Best Fruit: Port of Leonardtown Winery • McIntosh Run 2009 (apple)

Gold Medal Winners
Port of Leonardtown Winery • McIntosh Run 2009
Port of Leonardtown Winery • Autumn Frost Vidal Blanc 2009

Silver Medal Winners
Port of Leonardtown Winery • Breton Bay Shoals 2009
Port of Leonardtown Winery • Vidal Blanc 2009
Port of Leonardtown Winery • Breton Bay Breeze 2009
Bronze Medal Winners
Port of Leonardtown Winery • Chardonnay 2009

Town is seeking Business Development & Events Coordinator

The Town of Leonardtown is accepting resumes for a full-time Business Development and Events Coordinator. This position reports directly to the Town Administrator. Responsibilities include coordinating business development programs, organizing special events and functions, and marketing and promoting the Town. Individuals must be available weekends and evenings if special events are scheduled.

Priority will be given to resumes showing relevant work experience. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Send resume and three professional references to Laschelle McKay, Commissioners of Leonardtown, POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or email to Leonardtown.commissioners@verizon.net.

Application deadline is June 10, 2010.

Town is Seeking Receptionist

The Town of Leonardtown is accepting resumes for a full-time Receptionist. Responsibilities include greeting customers, answering multi-line telephones, planning and zoning clerk and general office duties. Individuals must have good customer service skills and be able to multi-task. Salary range is $25,000- $30,000 annually based on experience.

Send resume and three professional references to Laschelle McKay, Commissioners of Leonardtown, POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or email to Leonardtown.commissioners@verizon.net.

Application deadline is June 10, 2010.

Port of Leonardtown Winery - Grand Opening May 21 at 2 pm

Port of Leonardtown Winery ~ Grand Opening, Friday, May 21, 2010 with Toast Ceremony at 2:00 p.m.

Town Election Results

The town election for three council members was held on Tuesday, May 4th. Two hundred and eighty residents voted in the election. The following three candidates will be sworn in on Monday, May 10th to serve a four year term as Leonardtown Council member:

Thomas Collier, Leslie Roberts, Roger Mattingly

Classic Car Show Postponed to Sunday, May 2

Due to the weather report of rain and severe thunderstorms the Classic Car Show planned for Sunday, April 25th will not be held but the event will take place on the scheduled raindate next Sunday, May 2 - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

A Preakness Party You Won’t Want to Miss: Benefiting St. Mary’s Nursing Center

Celebrate the Preakness race in St. Mary’s County by attending the 7th Annual Preakness Party and Auction on Saturday, May 15, 2009, at Olde Breton Inn, 21890 Society Hill Road, Leonardtown.

The party begins at 4:30 p.m. with an open bar featuring traditional Black-Eyed Susan drinks; an abundant assortment of hors d’oeuvres including Southern Maryland crab balls; stuffed ham rolls; old ham biscuits & cheese & fruit arrangements; a buffet with Southern Maryland fried chicken, round of beef, vegetarian lasagna, squash soufflé, potatoes au gratin & seasoned green beans. Come join family and friends participating in the many events of the evening.

Our guest auctioneer, Dan Raley, will host our live auction of many varied items including tickets to Brooks & Dunn “Last Rodeo” tour, a crab feast and a day of golf at Breton Bay. The silent auction also has a wide variety of items waiting for you to bid on; place your bets on the Foundation’s Preakness Race while watching the race on TV; door prizes; play Foundation poker; participate in a 50/50 raffle; and be sure to wear your decorated hat for the Best Party Hat award. Gretchen Ritchie & Jazz Combo will provide musical entertainment.

This event’s proceeds will provide the Nursing Center with needed equipment to enhance our care of the residents.

The cost is $75 per adult, $25 per child 13 & older and children under 13 are free. The deadline for tickets is May 8th. For ticket info contact: Patricia Bowles-Buckler at 301-481-6898 or Brenda Pruett at 240-298-5019.

May 2010 Preakness Party Media Release.pdf

Earth Day Celebration - Sunday, April 18 @ 12:30 p.m

Earth Day Celebraton on the Square in Leonardtown

Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Live Music & Entertainment on the Square and at Leonardtown Wharf Public Park, Children's Nature Crafts, Energy & Water Conservation, Animal Welfare & Rescue, Live Birds of Prey, Recycling Information, Puppet Show, Kayak & Canoe Rides, Food and much more.

Discover St. Mary’s County Destination and Relocation Guide Now Available

Discover St. Mary’s County Destination and Relocation Guide Now Available

The Discover St. Mary’s County Destination and Relocation guide is now available in both print and digital formats. The glossy magazine-style guide is published in partnership with the publishers of Maryland Life magazine. It features articles on the area as well as visitor information including listings for sites, attractions, and lodging and dining establishments. The guide also features information on relocating to St. Mary’s County.

"The guide serves as a great travel planner and business recruitment tool," notes St. Mary's County Tourism Manager Carolyn Laray. "We began our partnership with Maryland Life magazine in 2009 during the 375th birthday of Maryland and have again printed 75,000 copies of the magazine." The new publication includes a special feature on Leonardtown. The feature will also be included in the July/August 2010 issue of Maryland Life magazine.

The guide is free and is available at the St. Mary’s County Welcome Center in Charlotte Hall, at participating businesses throughout the county, at the county libraries, throughout the Naval Air Station Patuxent River and at state and regional visitor information centers. The guide will be mailed to those requesting visitor or relocation information and will be distributed at venues throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Print copies can be requested by emailing visitus@stmarysmd.com or calling 301-475-4200, x 1404.

A digital version of the guide may be viewed at the Tourism website at www.VisitStMarysMd.com

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING - COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN

THE COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

The Commissioners of Leonardtown will hold a public hearing on Monday April 12, 2010 at 4:45 p.m. at the Town office at 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive comments on the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2011. Copies of the budget will be available on Wednesday, March 24th at the Town Office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The public is invited to attend or send written comments by 4:00 p.m. on April 12, 2010 to:

The Commissioners of Leonardtown
P.O. Box 1
Leonardtown, MD 20650

NOTICE OF LEONARDTOWN ELECTION AND DEADLINE FOR FILING

NOTICE OF LEONARDTOWN ELECTION AND DEADLINE FOR FILING

Election of three (3) Council members of the Town of Leonardtown will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2010.

Notice is hereby given that an election of three (3) Council members of Leonardtown shall be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, and that the polls shall be open at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Dr., Leonardtown, Maryland, between the hours of 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM, on said date, for voting.

The deadline for filing is Monday, April 19, 2010 at 4:30 PM. Candidates may file at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, Maryland.

In order to hold elective or appointive office as Mayor or as a Town Council member one must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the Town for at least one (1) year, and at least twenty-one (21) years of age. Property ownership alone does not qualify for election or appointment as a Town Councilmember.

Deadline for registration to vote is Friday, April 16, 2010 at 5:00 pm. Visit the Board of Elections office at 41650 Tudor Hall Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650, Monday through Friday, between the normal business hours of 8:00 am through 5:00 pm or call 301-475-7844 ext. 1610 to request an application to be mailed to you or for more detailed information go to: http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/supervisorofelections/index.asp

Deadline for submitting a completed application for an Absentee Ballot is Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at the Town Office by 4:30 pm.

Deadline for Obtaining Emergency Ballot is Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at 7:00 pm

Emergency ballots are for any voter who, becomes unable to go personally to the polls because of illness or infirmity or condition of employment that occurred after the deadline for submittal of application for Absentee Ballot, (April 27, 2010).

VOTING QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify to vote in a Town Election one must be registered. To register, one must be a citizen of the United States, at least eighteen (18) years of age, and have been a resident of the Town for a period of at least thirty (30) days preceding the election.

New Song Coffee House

New Song Coffee House:

Friday, April 9th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm, On the Square in Leonardtown.

The Leonardtown Church of the Nazarene invites you to a free Coffee House. Live worship music will be presented by Vision 8. A good will love offering will be received.

Waterfront Easter Son Rise Service

Waterfront Easter Son Rise Service:

The Leonardtown Church of the Nazarene invites you to an Easter Son Rise Service at Leonardtown Wharf – April 4th – 7:00 am

A free breakfast will follow at the church fellowship hall.

Comedy Show at Leonardtown Fire House

Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department to Host Comedy Night

The Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department will host a comedy night on Saturday, March 27, at the Leonardtown Fire House on Lawrence Avenue in Leonardtown. The doors open at 6 p.m. for social hour/”attitude adjustment,” seating begins at 7 p.m., and the comedy show starts at 8:30 p.m. The evening features Mark Matusof, who was voted Washington D.C.’s top comic by Washington Magazine, and Kier, a musical comedian who has worked with Reba McEntire and Kenny Rogers.
Tickets to the comedy show are $50 and include open bar all evening and a delicious three-course dinner catered by the Auxiliary of the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department. All proceeds benefit the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department. Tickets can be reserved by contacting Roger Mattingly at 301-475-5966 or rogr69@verizon.net.

Historical Society Successful in Nomination of Newtown Manor House as One of 11 Selected Sites for Endangered Maryland 2010

Historical Society Successful in Nomination of Newtown Manor House
as One of 11 Selected Sites for Endangered Maryland 2010

Historical Society Successful in Nomination of Newtown Manor House
The St. Mary’s County Historical Society (Society) is proud to announce that its nomination of the Newtown Manor House (House) for the Endangered Maryland program, a partnership between Preservation Maryland and Maryland Life Magazine, was accepted as one of eleven endangered sites in Maryland for their 2010 program. All the sites are featured in the March/April 2010 issue of Maryland Life. A selection committee of preservationists from throughout Maryland evaluated the nominations based on a list of seven criteria, including:
- historic significance of resource,
- urgency of the threat facing the resource,
- feasibility of solution and usefulness of the Endangered Maryland listing,
- level of community support;
- geographic diversity;
- diversity of resource type, and
- diversity of threat.

The House is thought to have been erected in the mid-18th century. The major threat to the structure is its slow deterioration from a lack of continuing maintenance. It is part of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and Newtown Manor House Historic District in Compton. This mission is the oldest Catholic Church in English-speaking America. From this area of Newtown Neck and from other locations in Southern Maryland, English Jesuit priests conducted missionary activities among the Indians and ministered to the needs of the settlers beginning in the 1630s and 1640s. The Society felt that, by bringing attention and focus to this unique resource, progress could be made to preserve this wonderful historic building. The Historic District marks a location and site important in the 17th century ecclesiastical history of Maryland, as an example of a self-contained Jesuit community made self-supporting by a surrounding 700-acre farm. The Jesuit community recently sold that farm to the State of Maryland with the intent of developing a state park. In 1967, the Society of Jesus sold 7.5 acres to the Archdiocese of Washington, which included the old church and the House.

Any questions regarding this release should be directed to Susan Wolfe, Executive Director, St. Mary’s County Historical Society, by email at smchs@md.metrocast.net or by phone at 301-475-2467.

Elly's Closet - Spring/Summer Consignment Event May 14/15

Elly's Closet will be holding its Spring/Summer Women's and Junior's Upscale Consignment Event at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds Friday, May 14th (from 10am to 8pm) and Saturday, May 15th (from 9am to 2pm). On May 15th, the second day of the sale, there will be lots of items reduced to 50% off. If you are interested in consigning your gently worn or unworn name brand or designer spring/summer clothing, shoes, purses, jewelry or other accessories then go to our website at www.EllysCloset.com. Consignors must register and enter their inventory into our website by April 25th. We are also looking for event advertisers and volunteers. Consignors, volunteers and advertisers will receive a VIP Pre-sale pass to shop on May 13th (before the public sale).

Comedy Department - Sat, March 27 - Mark Matusof

The Comedy Department at the Leonardtown Fire House - Saturday, March 27, 2010

Featuring MARK MATUSOF-Voted DC's top comic by the Washingtonian Magazine and

KIER - Musical Comedian who has worked with such guests as Reba Entire/Kenny Rogers

Open Bar All Evening with Attitude Adjustment Hour from 6 to 7 pm

Delicious 3 course dinner catered by Auxiliary of the Leonardtown VFD - Seating at 7 pm

Comedy show starts at 8:30 pm. - $50 per ticket - Reservations only

Call Roger Mattingly 301-475-5966 or email rogr69@verizon.net

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CHOPTICON HIGH SCHOOL’S FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICAVISIT ASKEY, ASKEY & ASSOCIATES, CPA, LLC

CHOPTICON HIGH SCHOOL’S FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA VISIT ASKEY, ASKEY & ASSOCIATES, CPA, LLC

January 26, 2010 - Askey, Askey & Associates, CPA, LLC welcomed Chopticon High School’s Future Business Leaders of America to spend the day and learn “how we do business” in the accounting world. Robert W. Askey, CPA, CFE, CFFA introduced the students to the Askey team while providing them valuable insights of everyday business. The visit was designed to expose the students to the accounting profession and open their eyes and minds toward degrees in accounting by showing them that accounting is more than just crunching numbers.

The students are scheduled to revisit Askey, Askey & Associates to engage in additional activities such as preparing sample tax returns designed to teach them the necessary steps in completing an accurate return. Askey will guide the students on a step-by-step approach.
“Working with the Chopticon FBLA members has been a pleasure. It is an enjoyable vehicle for Askey, Askey & Associates, CPA, LLC to give back to the community and help our future business leaders in the process”, said Robert Askey.

According to the president of FBLA-PBL chapter, Jonathan Munshaw, everyone learned a lot and had a great time. “Bob Askey is obviously a fantastic business person and a devoted family man and we are looking forward to visiting Askey, Askey & Associates, CPA, LLC again”, said Mr. Munshaw.
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Seeking Homestay Host Families for International Students

Seeking Homestay Host Families
for International Students

Heritage Student Foundation (HSF) is running an International Student
Enrichment Program (ISEP) for students from other countries to experience life
and culture in America. Currently we have two students attending St. Mary’s
Ryken High School and seeking a loving host family.

HSF is seeking Homestay families who want to participate in offering
opportunities to these students and are open to experiencing new cultures. The
host family will be compensated $1400 monthly for the duration of the students’
stay. For more details, please email us at info@childhomestay.com or call us
directly at 847-459-9288 (please mention Leonardtown).
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Annual Book Sale at the Fairgrounds

The annual book sale to benefit St. Mary's County libraries will be held Friday, March 12th through Sunday, March 14th, 2010 at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown. The hours are:

Friday, March 12 - 5-8 PM, Members only (can join at the door)
Saturday, March 13 - 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday, March 14 - 12 NOON - 4:30 PM

Friends of the Library are seeking volunteers before and during the book sale.

In addition, donations can be taken to the fairgrounds during the following hours:

Saturday, March 6 - 9 AM - 12 NOON
Monday, March 8 through Wednesday, March 10 - 10 AM - 8 PM
Thursday, March 11 - 10 AM - 5 PM

Town of Leonardtown Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting CANCELLED

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The Town of Leonardtown's Planning and Zoning Commission meeting for Tuesday, February 16, 2010 has been CANCELLED. The next meeting will be held Monday, March 15, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.

Commercial Trash Collection Notice

Two commercial trucks will being pickups around 10:00 a.m. today, Friday, February 12, 2010.

They will only be able to pickup where the path to the container is clear.

Commercial customers please clear a path as soon as possible so they can pick up.

They cannot guarantee that they will be able to make return trips this weekend.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Residential Trash Collection Notice

Residential pickup will happen on Saturday, February 13, 2010 for Leonardtown.


But, residential trash collection will be unable to reach certain alleys. The trash truck will be making collections from the street side instead of the alley side until the alleys are clear.

Customers whose alleys are still snow/ice covered should put their garbage bags streetside until the trucks are able to return to using the alleys for collection purposes.

If weather prohibits recycling collection on February 10, it will be serviced on February 17.

Recycling Collection Information

If weather prohibits recycling collection on February 10, it will be serviced on February 17.

Trash Collection Information for Alley Ways

The next residential trash collection will be unable to reach certain alleys.

Residents should place garbage bags on the sidewalk in front of the house.

The trash truck will be making collections from the street side instead of the alley side until the alleys are clear.

If weather prohibits recycling collection on February 10, it will be serviced on February 17.

NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS THAT RESIDE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF LEONARDTOWN

NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS THAT RESIDE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF LEONARDTOWN

This Message Is A Reminder About An Important Part Of Filing Your
Maryland Income Tax Return.

Just under the address label is a place for you to name St. Mary’s County as where you reside. For those living in the incorporated limits of Leonardtown, you must also write the word Leonardtown in the box right beside St. Mary’s. Additionally, your physical address should be entered in the address box. Some residents use a P. O. box as their mailing address.

Why Is This Important?

A large part of the Town of Leonardtown’s operating budget is local income tax. The only way to be sure that Leonardtown is receiving all it is entitled to receive is by having all residents properly complete the City, town or taxing area box when they file their Maryland income tax return. This does not increase your tax at all. It just allows for proper distribution so your income tax dollars come back to be used right here in Leonardtown.

If you use a tax preparer, please make sure they know to type Leonardtown in the City, town or taxing area box.

If you are not sure whether you live in the corporate limits, please call the Town office at 301-475-9791.

GLENN FRANK & CHRIS REYNOLDS SPEAK AT THE COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND ON SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE NEWLY REVISED IRS FORM 990

MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Contact: Judy Murphy
(301) 475-5671

GLENN FRANK & CHRIS REYNOLDS SPEAK AT THE COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND ON SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE NEWLY REVISED IRS FORM 990

January 11, 2010 In a recent seminar sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland in La Plata, Maryland, Glenn Frank, III, CPA and Chris Reynolds, PC teamed together to ensure that non-profit Organizations in the tri-county area understand the significant changes to the newly revised IRS Form 990. The seminar not only focused on what changed and which Organizations are affected, but shared a suggested plan of action.

Glenn Frank, III, CPA kicked things off by reviewing how and why the form got revised; the enhanced transparency of the new form; and introduced who might be affected and when. Glenn detailed how the form went from nine pages in 2007 to eleven pages in 2008. He clearly explained to the group how the core 990, representing eleven parts will need to be completed by almost every Organization. Together, they presented “how what and whys” of the new 990 schedule changes, explaining that there were only two possible schedules in 2007, now there are 16 possible schedules, for all years 2008 and thereafter.

"We always enjoy the opportunity to lead lively discussions on tax law changes", said Glenn Frank, III, CPA. "The questions and comments from the participants really make the experience enjoyable."

Chris Reynolds, Attorney at Law and active member of several area non-profit board of directors, offered his expertise and experiences. Mr. Reynolds led the discussion on the new governance, management and policy disclosures that are reported in the newly revised federal Form 990.

Glenn Frank, III closed the discussion by identifying key action items that each Organization should take. The increased time demands on the employees and volunteers combined with the additional higher legal and accounting costs to comply with all of the additional information disclosures will bring stress to our local non-profit Organizations at a time when they too are faced with a slowing economy.

“Glenn's preparation and presentation made the event fairly lively and the participation and openness he encouraged made for a more meaningful exchange between all in attendance. Keep up the good work," wrote one of the participants.

The College of Southern Maryland has additional offerings for non-profit Organizations including: Successful Fund Raising; Introduction to Non-Profit Management; Marketing your Non-Profit; and A to Z Grant Writing.

Keep an eye out for Askey, Askey & Associates, CPA, LLC! Their team members are accomplished speakers on a variety of tax, accounting and financial matters and will gladly speak for your Organization.