December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

A Biweekly Newspaper December 7, 2007 Volume IV, Number 16. Father Walter Lawrence of St. Mary’s Church Passes Away

By Rande Davis and Dominique Church in Rockville, went to Catho- lic schools, and chose to go to the Mr. Daryl Clark is firing up the PHS Agnew seminary right after graduating from music program. See Center Stage on Gonzaga High School. He began by Page 11. Father Walter Lawrence of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in attending seminary in Baltimore to Barnesville passed away on Novem- be sure the priesthood was the cor- ber 28, just a few weeks after being rect path. Following this, he was sent first diagnosed with leukemia. to Albany by the archdiocese, then Father Lawrence, who was raised returned to Baltimore to finish his in Rockville, was born in Washington, studies. He held a Bachelor’s in phi- D.C. on August 30, 1947. He voiced losophy and a Master’s of Divinity. great pleasure in being a native son of He also had a strong personal this region and served it exclusively passion and abiding interest in ar- for nearly thirty-five years. The only chitecture and had he not pursed the time he was really away from home priesthood, he may have selected that for any length of time was when profession. As a self-taught scholar of architecture, he was often quite im- PHS Varsity cheerleaders won their he spent three years at seminary in pressive with his knowledge of archi- 2007 divisional competition. See Albany, New York. Even during those tecture. When he helped lead a group Youth Sports on Page 24. years, he still kept his family residence Father Walter Lawrence here and came home for the summers. - Continued on page 18. He was the son of Betty Jean Law- rence and the late Duane G. Lawrence in front of the town’s post office. This and the brother of Jeannine Ann Willis community tradition has been held for of Walkersville. Father Lawrence was Holiday Season over a quarter century. Over one hun- the uncle of Marnie Marie O’Donnell dred residents encircled the town’s (husband Edward) and Paul Michael Season Begins In Christmas tree, a living memorial Willis, Jr., and great uncle to Michael, to longtime Boyds resident, Charles Patrick, and Thomas O’Donnell. Monocacy Area Melvin Harner, Sr. On hand to enjoy Father Lawrence’s call to the the event was Chip Harner, Charles priesthood came very early in For many in America, the light- Harner’s son. “This is a wonderful ing of the tree in Rockefeller Plaza event. I remember the lighting of the life. Even at four years old, he marks the beginning of the holiday built altars from blocks with his tree from when I was a very little season. We in upper Montgomery boy.” For Chip Harner, the festivity father assuming the role of acolyte. County have four traditions that serve PHS midfielder and team co-captain has double meaning since his mother, the same purpose: the lighting of the Karl Mihm in action. See Youth Friends recall a tale of the time that Una, was the postmaster in Boyds for Christmas tree in Boyds, the Odd Sports on Page 23. upon coming home after his first many years. Fellows holiday luncheon for widows The Reverend Merritt Ednie of experience assisting on the altar, he and orphans, the holiday street-lights had told them he had decided that Boyds Presbyterian Church presided in Poolesville, and Santa Claus riding over the Boyds festival of song and “he wanted to bring Jesus to the a fire truck. prayer. He reminded the attendees of people.” The first, the tree lighting cer- the importance of such events in the For an article in the December emony in Boyds, was held on Friday life of families, and that when families 2006 issue of the Monocle, he told us evening, November 30, on the lawn gather together in celebration, they “before he knew himself, he knew create community. After the singing where he was going early on.” From of some carols, “My Country Tis of the earliest age, “as long as I can Thee,” and prayer, the children took remember,” Father Lawrence remi- a short hayride to the Presbyterian nisced how he was always interested Church for sweet refreshments and a in things about the Church, mass, and chance to see Santa Claus. priests. While it is common for people On Saturday afternoon, the Odd to agonize over a career path, he told Coach Duvall led the Falcons to the Fellows Post 97 in Poolesville hosted the Monocle, “It’s always been clear to finals. Read all about it on Page 6. one of the oldest events in the area, me.” He attended St. Mary’s Catholic - Continued on page 26. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

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The Reverend Merritt Ednie of the Boyds Presbyterian Santa Claus made his first visit to the area at the Boyds Dale Nestor (left) and Jack Church greets Andrea McAvoy and her children Leah Presbyterian Church after the town’s tree lighting ceremony. Shawver of the Odd Fellows and Mason as well as Jacob and Brady Gross as the tree selling the seasonal fruit as a lighting ceremony in Boyds begins. fundraiser for the organization.

Jane Poole sits among nearly two hundred stuffed toys and animals that she and Shirley Sporey (not pictured) prepared on behalf of the Odd Fellows to be given to needy children.

Widows enjoyed the warm hospitality of the Odd Fellows. Left to right: Dorothy Fowler, Mary Woods, Betty Watkins, Pat Ferris, and Shirley Smith December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  a full-scale nursery or a single rosebush. everything. It helps to keep everything In the Garden At $44.00, it is pricier that many oth- in one place. Oh, lastly, we need some ers, but it is worth it. It is well made, garden shoes. It is very uncomfortable Holiday Gifts for a feels good in your hand, and the blades to have wet, cold feet while doing early Gardener do not stick together like the cheaper spring chores. I have three favorites. For By Maureen O’Connell models. Add to this a hedge shears with chilly weather and very muddy ground, Teflon-coated blades, a small folding I love my tall, Hunter green Wellington It is that time of year again—what saw, and a lopper for trimming thick boots. They used to be available only to get for gifts for family and friends? branches. They should take care of your in dark hunter green, but now fashion You can narrow your choices down a basic pruning jobs. has stepped in, and you can buy wellies bit by selecting something that would Next you will need weeding tools. in light blue, bright pink, orange, red, be useful and appreciated in one of Buy those that are heavy duty and rust aubergine, yellow, chocolate, black, and their hobbies. There is a vast range of resistant. My favorite is a Japanese navy. When the weather gets a little gifts that many gardeners would love to weeder. It has a small, sharp blade at warmer, I like low mud flats. In the sum- receive. To help you out, I visited several an angle that easily cuts through the mer, nothing beats my bright red Crocs. stores and websites in the last couple of toughest weeds. A dandelion weeder is Don’t forget the birds. In our area, weeks and drew up a list of gifts—some good for penetrating deep into the soil there are many stores that carry gifts for practical, some whimsical, some for the and pulling out weeds by their roots. bird lovers. There are stately, whimsical, gardener’s soul, and some for no reason A cultivator is handy for incorporating and artistic homes for bluebirds, wrens, at all. I also looked around my garden compost or fertilizer into small beds or finches, woodpeckers, and titmice. There and potting sheds to see what tools or containers. You will also need a hand is every imaginable kind of feeder, from gadgets I can’t garden without. fork, a wide trowel, a narrow transplant- ones that are guaranteed to be squirrel On the most basic level, we need the ing trowel, and a number of gadgets: proof to the lovely ones that hold nectar ‘tools of the trade, from a simple pair of plant markers, deadheading scissors, for hummingbirds. pruners to a finely-crafted English trow- green garden twine, and foam kneel- I recently saw a beautiful, artistic el. I never seem to have enough tools. ing pads. You can never have enough book that was published in the United That might be because I often leave garden gloves. There are the all-purpose States for the first time last year: Between them in the garden in the grass, and my cotton, rubber, or leather gloves, the flex the Wings—The Secret Life of Birds. husband runs over them with the trac- lightweight gloves for handling delicate Award-winning Swedish photographer tor. I have lost many a fine weeder that transplants, thorn-resistant gloves, and Brutus Östling invites us to understand way. I believe the Swiss-made Felco #2 a good pair of goatskin gloves that come birds by seeing them in their natural Classic Pruner, originally available only almost to the elbow—very necessary for state. He traveled the world over, from to professional horticulturists, is the best pruning thorny rose bushes. Now that the Artic to the Antarctic, and takes us all-purpose pruner—whether you tend you have assembled all the ‘tools of the trade, find a nice roomy garden tote to -Continued on Page 25. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  Rounding out the squad are Dioyona Youth Sports Adams, Kelli Blue, Alexa Christ, Briani Claggett, Frania Climaco, Ally Emmet, Sarah Fitzsimmons, Ashley Galway, Coyote Spirit All Year Long Makayla Hanington, Avonte Jackson, By Jeff Stuart Lynnlee Jewell, Erika Kirkman, Sarah Leaman, Shanecia Riley, Rachel Rosa, You will not find them mentioned Courtney Sanders, and Taylor Williams. in any game stat sheet or recap, but they Both squads get a chance to earn are there at most Clarksburg sporting cheers of their own at county and local events, rallying the students and fans competitions. and adding considerably to the atmo- In January 2007, the CHS poms sphere. Like the athletes on the teams came in third at the Northwest Com- they support, they train during the petition at Northwest High School, and off-season and practice during the year, second at the Green and Gold Competi- mastering basic skills and perfecting tion at Damascus High School. Yena new routines. They perform at football, Suh placed first among the captains at girls’ and boys’ soccer, and boys’ and the Green and Gold. Samantha Dean girls’ basketball games. They support finished third among the captains at the rest of the sports schedule and other Northwest. school functions as well. In February 2007, the Coyotes took The 2007-2008 Pompon squad home first place honors at the county members are: Kioyona Adams, Ashley championship at Blair High School. Alexander (co-captain), Kaleigh Ay- Squads from twenty-three high schools ton, Kelli Bosland, Chloé Brown, Tyler were split into three different divisions. Chaney, Samantha Dean (co-captain), A panel of six judges rated teams’ best Madison DeFrank, Jennifer Gatling, five- to seven-minute dance routines Jade Gonzalez, Malanie Killian, Erica based on choreography, technical Lim, Allyson Mason, Katerina Panagiot- ability, group execution, and overall opoulos, Sabra Parwani, Serina Parwani, presentation. Awards were presented Alicia Paterno, Caitlin Purkey, Bita Ri- for the first-, second-, and third-place azi, Caitlin Snow, Yena Suh (co-captain), finishers. A Spirit Award was given and Lindsay Viqueira. to the school in each division which The 2007-2008 Clarksburg Cheer- best represented the overall essence leaders Captains are Shayna Wrublik, -Continued on Page 17. Cayla Hunter, and Brieanna Sanders. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  some cookbooks—some new, some offered carryout prepared cheeses, Times Cookbook was published. I Humble Chef old—that will change the way you sausages, cocktail fare, salads, soups, liked this book as much as their think about a cookbook and cooking. main courses, vegetables, bread, first. The idea behind this new book We’ll look at new lands, new chefs, cookies, and cakes. Most of all, they was that every season of the year Books for Cooks new foods, and hopefully find new wanted their shop to offer a pleas- provides inspiration and an excuse By Maureen O’Connell inspirations. We’ll be looking for ant ambiance, and to be an enjoyable for a celebration. They said, “Go recipes that are clearly written, easy place for people to discover the joys ahead and experiment. You are the A kitchen library serves many to follow, and have delicious results. and excitement of good food. Their ringmaster…get into the spirit, pull purposes. Besides being a place to In keeping with the holiday sea- cookbooks evolved as a continuation out all the stops, and have a good peruse cookbooks for ideas for an son, allow me to recommend three of their work at their shop. The Silver time.” The covers: The Splurge of evening meal, it is a place to let your cookbooks for holiday gifts. Palate Cookbook revolutionized home Spring, Easy Living, Autumn Hues, imagination dream of far-off places I rate a cookbook by the num- cooking in America, with its empha- and Winter Wonderland. It is a with new and exciting customs and ber of times that I refer to it. In my sis on fresh ingredients and basic very helpful cookbook. Each page is foods. You can visit China, Japan, kitchen library of over seventy-five cooking techniques. This cookbook crammed with menu ideas for casual Italy, France, Spain, England, Africa, books, two of my favorites are The is fun to read. There are drawings gatherings to formal dinners and and any other place in the world Silver Palate Cookbook (1982) by Julee and quotes which add a whimsical tips on planning and techniques. where people eat foods that we may Rosso and Sheila Lukins and The and creative touch. The index runs With the popularity of British never have seen or even heard of. I Silver Palate Good Times Cookbook from To Begin a Great Evening with chef Gordon Ramsey’s television understand that many families and (1984) by the same two authors. I Fancy Finger Food, Fresh from the show Hell’s Kitchen last year to this single people have very hectic sched- return to them for ideas and inspira- Sea, Soup’s On, Pasta Perfect, Main year’s Kitchen Nightmares, Ramsey ules, and I know that there are many tion over and over again. April 30, Course, Chicken Every Way, Sweet is getting to be almost a household people who do not even like to cook, 2007 marked the twenty-fifth anni- and Savory Meat, The Stew Pot, word. He now has two restaurants in and the thought of spending hours versary of The Silver Palate Cookbook, Vegetables, and Desserts to Rave the United States, one in New York reading a cookbook and prepar- and Julee Rosso brought out The 25th About. Along the way, they give City and one in Las Vegas. Two of ing foods is out of the question. I’m Anniversary Edition in hardcover on you helpful notes and suggestions his fellow colleagues in London, Ni- addressing those in search of a new that date. It is the same book as the for menus. The recipe descriptions gella Lawson and Jamie Oliver, are hobby, those who are tired of cook- original. and ingredients are not out of Julia also gathering a lot of attention in ing the same meals night after night, Julee and Sheila are the talented Child’s books. They use ingredients the Unite States lately. Last March, and those who occasionally would and innovating two women who that one can find in the average I bought in London the newly-pub- like some inspiration for a casual in 1980 opened the tiny gem of a pantry. There are menu ideas for a lished book of Jamie Oliver, Cook dinner party for friends and family. shop in Manhattan as an answer to family weeknight dinner, a summer with Jamie: My Guide to Making You A kitchen library should be both an the many men and women who led graduation barbecue, and an elegant a Better Cook. I immediately read the inspiration and a resource. hectic lives and didn’t have time to winter dinner party. Over the next year, the Humble prepare good simple food. The shop In 1984, The Silver Palate Good -Continued on Page 26. Chef wants to introduce you to December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  ficers, in their own car, chased the Police Blotter Past robbery car up the Pike into Rockville Local Sports where it crashed on Perry Street. One By Jack Toomey December 11, 1953 A fire caused robber got away, but the officers were A True Team Effort extensive damage to the All-States Inn able to capture the other culprit. By Dominique Agnew Present on Route 240 near Gaithersburg. Fire December 14, 1941 Over a thou- officials said that the fire was swept sand volunteers were sworn in as Teamwork: This is what sports by high winds and was difficult to November 11 Attempted bur- auxiliary police officers a week after are all about. Superstars are interest- extinguish. glary, Little Bennett Court, Clarks- the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. ing, but they don’t win the game. A burg. Attempted entry to a residence, December 12, 1926 Montgomery The new officers were being trained team that plays together, wins togeth- nothing taken. County police arrested the owner of to participate in a practice blackout in er—and the Poolesville High School November 16 Residential bur- the Tollgate Tavern on the Colesville the Washington area that was sched- girls’ volleyball team could have given glary, 12950 block of Clarksburg Pike near Silver Spring and charged uled in the near future. lessons on playing as a team this year. Square Road, Clarksburg. Entry to a him with allowing dancing on Sun- December 15, 1905 The after- “What makes this team so special,” residence, property taken. day. Officers said that an orchestra noon trolley car of the Frederick and says Coach Fran Duvall, “is that they was playing and many couples were November 26 A nineteen-year- Middletown Railroad ran into a horse- really are a team.” She adds that they dancing when they arrived. The pro- old Adamstown man was killed while drawn wagon on West Patrick Street were really a cool group of kids, and prietor protested that the tavern had riding a dirt bike near the 7900 block in Frederick. The wagon, belonging to they “made it a priority” to make a been taken over by a club of young of Peters Road at Sugarloaf Moun- Mr. Young, was heavily damaged. team. Together, they were undefeated people from Washington, and he did tain Park. Frederick County police in the regular season and won their not know what they were doing. December 19, 1927 Five men said that Nickolas Protos was riding second county title—the last being from Washington were arrested by won in 2005. without a helmet when he went down December 13, 1953 Two Washing- police from Silver Spring and charged a hill, lost control, crashed, and was ton police officers, on their way home The season began with tough with cutting down Christmas trees matches against, first, the 4A defend- pronounced dead at the scene. after working the midnight shift, spot- on the farm of Mrs. Elizabeth Riley ted a car on the Rockville Pike that ing state champions, then against the of Norbeck. When Sergeant Jones ar- 4A defending state finalists. When was sought in the robbery of a Peoples rived, he found a truck loaded down Drug Store in Washington. The of- asked how the Falcons managed this with trees. feat, Coach Duvall says, “We just played well.” They continued to play Local News Kitchen Tour next year and the restora- specifically in the town of Poolesville. well throughout the season ending tion of the Stock Arboretum at the John Mary Ann and Winsome looked around with a 15-1 record. Coach Duvall Historic Medley District Poole House. Two students from the the Poolesville area and saw several old added that she can’t complain about Global Ecology Program at Poolesville buildings that had historical value, and that. “Our team had a nice chemistry,” Awards Its Two High School will be working on an out- they felt that they were worth saving. she says, but she never expected to be Co-Founders reach program this spring to bring the Mary Ann said that you go to Europe to undefeated. “It was a great season.” By Maureen O’Connell gardens at the John Poole House back see old historical buildings, why not save Their last game came as a loss to their former glory. The assembled the buildings in our area. There is his- (the only way to have a completely On November 11, 2007, the Historic District members voted and accepted tory all around us. Winsome and Mary undefeated season is to win the state Medley District held its annual meeting the slate of officer for 2008: President, Anne nostalgically reminisced about the championship) to Boonsboro High at the Poolesville Museum, formerly Steve Goldberg; Vice President, Libby many people in the Monocacy area who School during the region semifinals. the Poolesville Town Hall. President Lawbaugh; Secretary, Amy Hussong; believed in their vision and generously When asked if the loss was a disap- Steve Goldberg welcomed everyone and Treasurer, Ronnie Hay. contributed time and money to this ef- pointment, Coach Duvall replied, thanked them for their work in 2007 on The high point of the meeting was fort. The members thanked them for all “Normally, I would say yes,” but it the Town Hall, the Seneca School House, the awarding of the Founders’ Award their work. Hopefully, many more local was a really good match. It was disap- the Warfel Store, and the Parsonage. The to co-founders Mary Ann Kephart and residents will follow in their footsteps to pointing since after such a successful District is entering 2008 with a healthy Winsome Brown. Through their hard continue this valuable work. season they were hoping to go far- budget, thanks to federal grants and work, perseverance, and little money, ther, but Coach Duvall adds, “It was successful fundraising efforts in 2007. they were instrumental in setting up not disappointing in the way that we Steve looks forward to another successful the Montgomery County Historic Plan, Local News played.” Coach Duvall is expecting good Route 28 Bridge Reopens things for next year with twelve re- By Jack Toomey turning players, and the junior varsity posted its best record ever, ending the In July, commuters and weekend season 11-2, so there’s talent moving travelers were forced to begin taking a up, as well, “a nice mix of ninth and circuitous route through southwestern tenth graders.” Frederick County because of the closure Two seniors will graduate from of the Route 28 bridge over Tuscarora the team this year, captains, Annie Creek. The bridge on Route 28, which Sekerak and Stephanie Vliet. With is the only direct road to Point of Rocks Stephanie’s ability to not be too seri- and Loudoun County from the Monocle ous and worried on the court and area, was built in 1930 and was deter- Annie’s vocal encouragement, they mined to be unsafe. Demolition of the ably led the team. Coach Duvall adds, bridge and construction of the new span “They were great leaders.” began in July, and the Maryland State Highway Administration opened the Mary Ann Kephart and Winsome Brown receive their new bridge to traffic on November 9, awards from Steve Goldberg. one month ahead of schedule. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  of crowd with his companion, Georgia Local News Myers. Eighty-year-old Shores was born in Virginia but moved to Fred- erick County as a child. He asked the The End of an Era demolition crew for a last look at the By Jack Toomey house, and his adult children took photos. The large wrecking machine One hundred years ago, Com- moved in, and with a few swipes merce Street in Point of Rocks was a had torn away the back portion of bustling street where people lived, the house. Within an hour, the brick came to shop, and went to church. structure was a pile of bricks, and Since Commerce Street ran parallel onlookers moved in to take a brick as with the railroad tracks, the Balti- a souvenir. Shores was asked how he more and Ohio Railroad had several felt to see his house torn down and structures there. As railroad busi- replied, “It don’t bother me a bit.” Ms. ness declined in the later part of the Myers added that Shores had fallen twentieth century and flood waters off the roof three years ago while from the nearby Potomac River oc- casionally inundated the homes, people moved away and businesses closed. Until a few months ago, only three hous- es remained. The Frederick County government pur- chased the houses, and the occupants moved elsewhere. The federal govern- ment, which had assisted people in repairing their The end of an era in Point of Rocks. houses, has instituted a program where people are discour- putting up Christmas decorations and aged from rebuilding homes located had been bothered by the sound of the in flood plains. trains ever since. On November 9, a small crowd Frederick County will eventually gathered to watch the demolition of build a park on the site where the last the last house, standing as if in defi- several houses were demolished. Earl ance to progress at the very end of Eyler, of the Frederick County Parks Commerce Street. The house had been and Recreation Office, said the park built in 1891, and owners had record- will be named Point of Rocks Com- ed flood levels by drawing lines on mons Park and will be a place where the side of the house—a sort of tourist people can walk and picnic. The park attraction. Vernon Shores, the last is projected to be finished by 2011. owner of the house, stood at the edge Remembrance

December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  that our volunteer and career firefighters, over twenty vendors selling chocolates, from the Pacific Northwest Ballet and Big Board paramedics, and EMTs have served our jewelry, handmade purses, candles, and New York City Ballet will join students community over the last sixty-plus years,” much more. The location is especially from the Frederick School of Classical says Chief Earl Moore. “Service is what we decorated for the holiday with gift boxes, Ballet. Four girls from Poolesville will Christmas Toys for Area Kids are all about.” wreaths, ribbons, and large ornaments. take part in this performance: Madeleine WUMCO Help (see Pulse article this The U.S. Marine Corp will pick up the Thompson (lead role as the Baby Doll and All We Need Is Snow! issue) needs new, unwrapped toys for toys to prepare for distribution. For ques- Soldier), Veronica Contreras (former pupil The Frederick Children’s Chorus will children who are in need and living in tions, please contact volunteer firefighter/ of Hope Garden Ballet as a Party Child be performing its winter concert, “All We our area. As you plan you Christmas gifts EMT Jeffery Eck at 240-529-3438 and Ice Maiden), Stephanie Kasner (Party Need Is Snow!” on Saturday, December for children, be sure to keep the children Child, Ice Maiden, and Candy Cane), and Santa Breakfast at UMCVFD Fire Sta- 8, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at Clarksburg High of WUMCO in your plans. Your toy gifts Kimberly Thompson (Mouse, Snowflake, School at 22500 Wims Road in Clarksburg, may be dropped off at 19713 Beall Street tion in Beallsville Flower, Spanish Chocolate, and Lead Role Maryland. In this concert, the Chorus will in Poolesville (the white house facing Enjoy traditional Santa Breakfast as Chinese Tea). For more information, perform several songs chosen to inspire Whalen Commons in Poolesville) and on Saturday, December 8 from 8:00 a.m. visit www.weinbergcenter.org or call 301- the vision of snow. The Russian tune, “The financial gifts (made out to WUMCO to 11:00 a.m. Come warm your tummy 600-2828. Help, Inc.) may be sent to P.O. Box 247, and your heart as you view the electric Sleigh,” will have you speeding across Poolesville, MD 20837. toy train layout and enjoy a delicious, the Russian tundra. The song setting of Phantoms in December all-you-can-eat breakfast of scrambled American poet Robert Frost’s masterwork, John Poole Middle School is very Toys for Tots at UMCVFD eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, juice, fruit “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Eve- happy to have a drama sponsor, Donald Jeffery Eck notes the U.S. Marine salad, and coffee. Savor the warmth of the ning,” will remind you to stop and reflect Turner. On Friday, December 14 at 7:00 Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program engine room while viewing the Christmas on all for which you have to be grateful. p.m. at the middle school, there will be the is in full swing at the Upper Montgom- classic, Santa Is Coming to Town. The video This concert is jam packed from beginning Phantom Players showcase featuring mono- ery County Volunteer Fire Department. will repeat so you can sit, relax, and enjoy to end with many more traditional holiday logues, one-act plays, and improv. JPMS Kindly request contribute a new and the Christmas spirit—and, of course, Santa and winter songs. Ticket prices are $10.00 is hoping to raise money for its upcoming unwrapped toy. The U.S. Marines Corps himself will be there to hear the wishes of for adults, and $5.00 for seniors (65+) and spring performance of The Jungle Book. Reserve distributes all toys locally through all the good little boys and girls. The cost students (18 and under). Tickets sold at Tickets for the showcase will go on sale the Toys for Tots program. for children twelve and up is $5.00, ages the door. For more details, visit www. December 11, 12, and 13 from 2:30 p.m. Toys for Tots collection boxes located three through eleven is $4.00, and under fredcc.org or call 301-845-2451. until 4:00 p.m. in the all-purpose room. at Selby’s Market, Poolesville Hardware, Tickets will also be available at the door. three is free. The Nutcracker Healthworks Fitness Center, Cugini’s For further information, email DTurner- The Maryland Regional Ballet, under Pizza, Kristophers Pizza, Harris Teeter, Clarksburg Holiday Boutique and 3222aol.com or call 386-453-9007. and the UMCVFD in Beallsville are ready Wine Tasting the direction of Joyce Morrison, will pres- to receive your contribution of a new and There will be a very special Holiday ent its twenty-eighth annual production Barrel Tasting at Sugarloaf Mountain unwrapped toy. Your contribution will Boutique and Wine Tasting event at the of The Nutcracker on Friday, December 7 Vineyard put smiles on the faces of our firefighters Clarksburg Ombudsman Building and at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, December 8 at 2:00 On Saturday, December 15 at 1:00 and most importantly on the faces of the Mayorga Coffee shop in Clarksburg on p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, Decem- p.m., tastings will be provided of the children who receive the gifts. “The Toys December 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ber 9 at 2:00 p.m. at the Weinberg Center for Tots program is one of the many ways There will be plenty of wine tasting and for the Arts in Frederick. Guest artists -Continued on Page 21. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page  December, don’t forget about all of the painting, breakfast with Santa, storytell- Hall going dark as candles are passed Daytripper other events happening in downtown ing, a holiday children’s market, and a through the crowd, concluding with a Frederick that truly capture the meaning traditional German mask-making activ- community rendition of Silent Night. of Christmas spirit. From the Children’s ity called belsnickeling. Most activities Continuing a tradition that was Christmas in Weekend to the candlelit tours of local are free; however, breakfast with Santa begun over ten years ago, the Freder- museums and houses of worship to the costs $6.00 for each child and $10.00 for ick Chamber Singers, an offshoot of Frederick traditional Festival of Lights, Frederick each parent. the Frederick Children’s Chorus, will By Frederic J. Rohner has many events to inspire the Christ- Also taking place on December perform Handel’s Messiah at the Wein- mas spirit in even the most scrooge-like 8, Museums by Candlelight is a very berg Center for the Arts on December Like most cities and towns across of people. unique event where local museums in 18 at 8:00 p.m. The audience is invited, America at this time of year, Frederick The weekend of December 8 has Frederick City as well as the surround- even expected, to sing along. Songbooks is filled with the spirit of the holiday many wonderful events going on to ing county will open their doors and are available for purchase. The chorus season. If you are like many, then you kickstart the holiday season, many turn off their lights to welcome visitors and a live orchestra will be conducted already have your wish list written and, of which fall under the umbrella of free of charge. In addition to the self- by Judith DuBose, founder and artistic more importantly, your holiday-to-do Children’s Weekend. Saturday, De- guided tours of the participating estab- director of the Frederick Children’s list, but before you get caught up in the cember 8 is the first day of Children’s lishments, there will also be educational Chorus. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and shopping, decorating, and merry mak- Weekend, an annual event that includes demonstrations, food, music, and more. $10.00 for seniors and children. ing that dominates most of the month of many family activities such as ornament Museums within Frederick City will be The final holiday event in Frederick open from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and is the Tour of Historical Houses of Wor- throughout the rest of the county, the ship which takes place on December hours will be 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 26. It’s very easy to get caught up in the On December 14, Frederick will hustle and bustle of the holiday season hold its annual Festival of Lights, a complete with all the food preparation, traditional event which focuses on com- gift giving, and visits to family that munity togetherness and the spirit of the make up most of the holiday. So on the Christmas season. The Festival of Lights day after Christmas, take the time to be is truly an inspirational event, begin- reminded of the true “reason for the sea- ning with carolers singing their way son” with a tour of the historical houses through the streets of Frederick until of worship in downtown Frederick. they converge on City Hall. Once the There are twelve participating congrega- carolers have reached City Hall, there tions that run the gamut from Lutheran will be more carols to be sung as well to Catholic, Jewish to Christian Scientist, as addresses from local public figures. and Episcopalian to Methodist. Each The event ends with the lights of City -Continued on Page 18. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 10 John Poole Middle School Things to Do 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Christmas Carol December 8 Weinberg Center for the Arts Breakfast with Santa Claus December 14, 15, and 16 UMCVFD Fire Hall – Beallsville Breakfast, movie, and visit Santa 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. December 15 Wine Tasting Holiday Breakfast and Santa Visit Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Carroll Manor Fire Hall 1:00 p.m. Adamstown 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. December 16 Holiday Wine Tasting and Santa’s Ride through Poolesville Gift Boutique Hosted by UMCVFD Mayorga Coffee Shop – Clarksburg Listen for the Christmas Music 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Starts at 5:30 p.m. Frederick Children’s Chorus Concert Clarksburg High School Songs of the Season and More December 17 7:30 p.m. Poolesville Elementary Winter Concert Nutcracker All Purpose Room Maryland Regional Ballet 7:30 p.m. Weinberg Center for the Arts December 7 at 8:00 p.m. December 8 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. December 18 December 9 at 2:00 p.m. PYSO Debut JPMS All-Purpose Room December 11 Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along PHS Winter Concert Frederick Chamber Singers Auditorium Weinberg Center for the Arts 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.

December 12 December 20 Financial Aid Seminar Christmas around the World Poolesville High School Hope Garden Ballet 7:00 p.m. PHS Auditorium 7:00 p.m. December 13 JPMS Winter Concert Clarksburg High School All Purpose Room Winter Concert 7:00 p.m. Auditorium 7:30 p.m. December 21 Parent/Grandparent Holiday December 14 Sing-along Phantom Players Monocacy Elementary School Monologues, one-act plays, 2:15 p.m. and improv December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 11 exposure to Broadway and other perfor- Center Stage mance art. Goals for the music program’s fu- Introducing Mr. Daryl ture include a robust marching band and Clark: PHS Music Program a strong relationship with area middle schools to help grow the program. With Blossoms under New a number of seniors in the music pro- Leadership gram graduating this spring, the pres- By Heidi Rosvold-Brenholtz sure to keep the momentum going is even stronger. If you’ve recognized a different For an earful of what Mr. Clark has sound in Poolesville recently, you’re in mind for PHS’s musical future, plan right in tune. on attending this year’s Winter Con- In September, Poolesville High cert at the PHS auditorium, Tuesday, School (PHS) welcomed Miami native December 11 at 7:00 p.m. All ensem- Daryl Clark as its new music director, bles—chorus, concert band, jazz band, and he hasn’t missed a beat since his ar- guitarists, and selections from individual rival. With years of experience develop- students—will perform to provide sixty ing and directing one of the largest music minutes of “solid music,” according to programs in the Miami public school Mr. Clark. It will be a hodgepodge of system—in fact, one of the largest in the musical selections, including holiday state of Florida—Mr. Clark has set big tunes and serious concert literature. goals for PHS’s music program. “I’m very proud of the level of music “We’re starting here in Poolesville that all the ensembles are playing in such from a different perspective. We’re a short time. I’ve been working them starting from scratch,” says Mr. Clark, pretty hard. We’re building this program “but music is music. Just because we’re from the ground up, so we need every- from a small area doesn’t mean we have one in the community involved. I want to think small,” he adds. “As with any them to come and see what we have and group of young people,” he notes, “if become a part of it,” Mr. Clark explains, you apply yourself, you can be awe- “and I want to celebrate these kids and some” —and with an advanced de- their accomplishments in this span of gree in conducting instrumental wind time. It’s been incredible.” band literature—“concert band” for Don’t miss this year’s Winter Con- short—he’s just the musician for the job. cert—and a glimpse of a small program “Concert band music is where my heart (for now) thinking (and playing) big. is,” he says. For more information about the Mr. Clark’s passion is easy to spot, music program or the Winter Concert, according to Deena Levine, PHS princi- contact Mr. Clark at 301-972-7944 or Lisa pal. “When I was interviewing several Nubgaard, PHS Music Booster Club potential music teachers this summer, I president, at [email protected]. knew Mr. Clark was the one for us. He shared a DVD of his marching band as well as his spring concert when he was a teacher in Florida. After viewing it, I knew he had prodigious talents and would work so well with students.” Mr. Clark was also honored as Teacher of the Year for his district in Florida, adds Ms. Levine. In addition to the concert band, Mr. Clark directs the jazz band, a guitar class, and chorus at PHS. This fall, the Pep Band was a treat for all those who attended home football games. He’s impressed so far by what he’s seen and heard. “I’m very happy here. It takes a whole village to build a music program, and I appreciate all the hard work on the part of the administration and especially from some of the parents who are work- ing very hard to make this happen.” Mr. Clark organized a field trip to the Peabody Institute in Baltimore for a performance in November and hopes to head to New York City this spring with PHS’s musicians for a competition and December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 12 The Maryland Regional Ballet, School on December 20 at 7:00 p.m. This Reach for the Stars under the direction of Joyce Morrison, School News production will feature international, will present its twenty-eighth annual colorful dances reflecting the music and production of The Nutcracker on Friday, JPMS Teacher Inducted into Shepherd culture of many different countries. Holiday Dance! December 7 at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, Some former and present students University Athletic Hall of Fame By Dominique Agnew December 8 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., of the Hope Garden Ballet Studio will By Dominique Agnew and Sunday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m. be performing in various Nutcracker ’Tis the season to kick up your at the Weinberg Center for the Arts in heels—or watch others kick up theirs. productions around the area. Sally Kim Gerrie, physical education Frederick. Guest artists from the Pacific teacher at John Poole Middle School, Of course, the ubiquitous Nutcracker Miller and Brooke O’Connell (Ballet VII Northwest Ballet and New York City was recently inducted into the Shepherd at Hope Garden) are in the Olney Ballet can be found in many locations across Ballet will join students from the Freder- University Athletic Hall of Fame. A Theater’s Nutcracker, which is the Wash- the region, but why not support the ick School of Classical Ballet. Four girls 1990 graduate of Catoctin High School, ington Ballet’s Nutcracker by Mary Day. hard work and beautiful artistry of local from Poolesville will take part in this Mrs. Gerrie was a standout pitcher and They will perform in several scenes dancers. performance: Madeleine Thompson outfielder on the college softball team (Party Girls, Mice, Soldiers, and Polichi- Locally, Fran Ichijo’s Hope Garden (lead role as the Baby Doll and Soldier), (Shepherd University was Shepherd nelles) on the weekends of December College then) from 1991 to 1994. Mrs. Ballet Studio, based out of Healthworks Veronica Contreras (former pupil of 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22 at the Gerrie was a three-time first-team in Poolesville, will be presenting Christ- Hope Garden Ballet as a Party Child mas around the World at Poolesville High Olney Theater. All-Conference selection and earned and Ice Maiden), Stephanie Kasner (Par- WVIAC Tournament MVP honors. She ty Child, Ice Maiden, and Candy Cane), also earned All-WVIAC honors and and Kimberly Thompson (Mouse, WVIAC All-Tournament all four years. Snowflake, Flower, Spanish Chocolate, Among the numerous records she set and Lead Role as Chinese Tea). during her years at Shepherd, she still Another former Hope Garden holds the record for most career wins, Ballet student, now with the Mary- most career relief appearances, most re- land Youth Ballet, Joanna Grimes, will lief appearances in a season, most career perform the exciting role of Clara in The saves, and most saves in a season. This is Mrs. Gerrie’s third year Nutcracker at the Robert E. Parilla Per- teaching PE at JPMS and her eleventh forming Arts Center, Montgomery Col- year teaching in the Montgomery lege, Rockville Campus. Performances County Public Schools. In a way, this will take place between December 21 prestigious honor fulfills a dream. and 29. When she first toured the campus and Getting dressed up and going to saw the Athletic Hall of Fame, she said see a performance of The Nutcracker is to herself, “Hey, that’s where I want to a great way to get in the spirit for the be.” Now, she’s there. holidays! “To get honored like this was like a dream come true,” Ms. Gerrie says. “I’ll remember it forever.” December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 13 art classes contributed to the final work. School News An andinkra is a traditional robe from Ghana worn for special occasions John Poole Middle School like funerals and weddings. It has pictures created from stamps symbolizing the life Students Create Tribute to of the honoree. Here, the class included a Sean Taylor portrait of Sean Taylor and symbols rep- resenting his life: persistence (spider), his JPMS art students from Nori daughter (wooden comb), family love (an Thorne’s seventh grade, second period x), and a warrior (eagle claw),. Television class display an andinkra (also adinkra) station ABC Channel 7 reported on the created in honor of deceased Redskin project. The students hope to find a way Sean Taylor. This class originated the idea to present the andinkra to the Washington for the artwork, and all of Ms. Thorne’s Redskins and to the Taylor family.

John Poole Middle School students with their project to honor the memory of Sean Taylor. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 14 Poolesville Holiday Lighting Ceremony 2007 December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 15 Poolesville Holiday Lighting Ceremony 2007 December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 16 December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 17 “Coyote Spirit” Continued from ‘One team, one motion, one goal.’” won the All American Cheerleader Page 4. Leslie Yost also coaches the Coyote Award, the camp’s top individual were presented for the first-, Poms. The squad made its first ap- honor. That earned her the oppor- second-, and third-place finishers. pearance of the 2007-2008 school year tunity to perform on National TV at A Spirit Award was given to the at the pep rally prior to the Walter the FedEx Orange Bowl in Miami. “It school in each division which best Johnson football game on September was very exciting. We had so much represented the overall essence of 9. It has performed at halftime during fun!” says cheerleading coach, Edy the competition. The team captains all home games. Pratt. Though Clarksburg is just in its were scored separately by a captain’s “We are very excited for this second year of existence, the cheer- judge while the entire team per- year’s competition, since we [did so leading squad is uniquely Clarks- formed and were awarded place- well] last year,” sophomore Ash- burg. None of the girls was a member ments based on their scores. In their ley Alexander told reporter Amber of the varsity squad at her previous debut appearance at the County Ratliff of the student paper, The school. Shayna Wrublik was on the Championships, the Coyotes cap- Howl. “Now that we have had the JV squad at Damascus High for one tured both first place honors and the experience of winning first place last year. Spirit Award in Division II, winning year, I think we have more confi- This year’s squad is mostly the the first championship banner ever dence and will do well.” same as last year’s. Newcomers are for the school. “Quite an honor,” said The Poms will return to the Marlinda Riley, Kassandra White, Al- Coach Carolina Kindel. “That banner Northwest competition and the exandra Rodtang, and Caroline Mc- will be displayed in the gym.” Sa- Green and Gold competition in Janu- Carty. They practice five days a week mantha Dean came in second among ary 2008. The county competition is during the fall. During the winter the captains. in February 2008. They will also host season, practice is limited because of an exhibition at Clarksburg on Janu- the number of game days. “This year Last summer, at the Univer- ary 5. we are getting closer as a squad, and sal Dance Association (UDA) The Coyote Cheerleaders at- everyone is working hard,” Wrublik camp, July 12 to 15 at the University tended the National Cheerleaders told the Howl. “The team spends of Maryland Baltimore Campus Association camp at UMBC from July hours together during and after prac- (UMBC), the girls earned a Superior 23 to July 29, winning trophies and tice, talking about everything, acting Trophy, the Spirit Award, and several ribbons. The varsity squad earned the like a ‘cheer family.’” blue ribbons. They were invited to Spirit Award—voted on by the entire perform at the FedEx Orange Bowl. camp, and the entire squad was “These are huge accomplish- nominated for the National Cheer- ments for such a young squad!” said leader Association’s All American Coach Kindel. “Our team motto is, Cheerleader Award. Briani Claggett December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 18 “Fr. Lawrence Passes Away” Con- lot of things for ourselves.” He fondly events of the Bible.” Of his two excep- No eye has seen, no ear has heard, tinued From Page 1. stated, “People step up and do what tional opportunities to attend a private and no mind has imagined needs to be done.” Father Lawrence morning mass with Pope John Paul II, what God has prepared of parishioners to Fatima in Portugal, reflected that St. Mary’s was a wonder- he was deeply moved; Pope John Paul for those who love him. they reported that he was a wealth of ful parish in a beautiful setting with II was such an intensely prayerful man. Father Walter Lawrence, a beloved information about the buildings and great people. He says, “Both times were extremely shepherd to the congregation at St. churches visited during the tour. Throughout his over three decades impressive experiences.” Mary’s, a person of warm humor, a Ordained in 1973, his first assign- as a priest, of course, Father Lawrence In the end, he reflected to theMon - model of caring, and, most of all, a man ment was at St. Gabriel’s in Washington, had many memorable experiences such ocle that he was happy with his life as a of faith, will be greatly missed. D.C. as a sabbatical in the Holy Land and priest since it was what he had always Family requests that in lieu of His next assignment was at St. Pat- two private masses with Pope John wanted to do. He stated, “There was flowers, donations may be made to rick’s at Norbeck, which he described Paul II. In the spring of 1985, he took a no time when I regretted my choice, or The Dove House, Carroll Hospice, 292 it as a “great assignment.” At the time, three-month sabbatical with three priest thought, ‘I’m in the wrong field.’” Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21757- Flower Valley was a new development. classmates, and they traveled to Egypt, Carol Breeden represented the con- 5629. There were many younger families Israel, Greece, and Turkey. While visit- gregation in citing the second chapter of and lots of children. It was a vibrant ing the various holy places, he found 1 Corinthians, verse nine that speaks to community, and the people were very that things in the scriptures really “came Father Lawrence’s special mission and hospitable. “There was a good spirit alive. One could really visualize the message to his flock. there,” he reminisced. Previous to St. Mary’s, he served the new building and was recognized for for nine years at Holy Redeemer in Remembrance his efforts. Kensington, a large parish with a large Mr. Taylor met his wife, Sandralee congregation and a school. After nearly Robert D. Taylor Taylor, on a blind date while he was still a decade at such a large, busy parish, he in the navy. They were married in 1969. welcomed his assignment to St. Mary’s. By John Clayton They raised their family in Poolesville, Father Lawrence was coming up on the and Mr. Taylor was active in many end of his sixth year at the parish. Mr. Robert (Bob) D. Taylor, 65, of facets of his children’s lives, including Father Lawrence spoke to the Poolesville, died on Tuesday Novem- competitive swimming, where he of- Monocle of how impressed he was by ber 13, 2007 after a long illness. He ficiated meets for many years. His other the volunteerism of St. Mary’s. He was the loving husband of Sandralee great love was University of Maryland said, “Not only is there a great group of T. Taylor. Mr. Taylor was born on May football, and he and Mrs. Taylor went volunteers to help now, but St. Mary’s 13, 1942 in Birmingham, Alabama to to many games over the years, includ- has a remarkable history of volunteers. the late Learon and Marjorie Wolf ing two of the Terps’ recent bowl game Because the parish is so small, we do a Taylor. He proudly served his country appearances. One of Mr. Taylor’s in-laws said that they should have all worn Maryland Terrapin colors to the funeral service, and that “Bob would have un- derstood.” Things to Do Mr. Taylor suffered a heart attack Bob Taylor on site during St. Peter’s eight years before his death, and Mrs. Church’s renovation. Taylor said that they regarded the years officer. Over the past two years, Mr. following his recovery as a gift, and that Taylor, volunteering as a parishioner, he lived them accordingly. helped oversee St. Peter’s Parish Epis- Surviving besides his wife are his copal Church’s recent building expan- two children, Robin T. Magaha and sion. People close to that project told husband Rinnie of Beallsville, Maryland, the Monocle that he made a significant Brian C. Taylor and wife Tara of Aber- contribution and was greatly missed by deen, Maryland; and four grandchildren, all involved when health issues forced Tyler, Trevor, Maddison, and Macken- him to cut back his participation. Mr. zie. Mr. Taylor was preceded in death by Taylor attended the recent dedication of one brother, D. Richard Taylor.

“Christmas in Frederick” nativity scenes, learn a little bit about Continued From Page 9. a different religious tradition, and be mas, take the time to be reminded reminded of the true meaning of the of the true “reason for the season” holiday season. with a tour of the historical houses Now that the turkey leftovers of worship in downtown Freder- have been stored in the fridge and the ick. There are twelve participating holiday season has officially begun, congregations that run the gamut make sure to take a break from the from Lutheran to Catholic, Jewish to decorating and shopping mall traffic. Christian Scientist, and Episcopalian Make a day trip or two in downtown to Methodist. Each place of worship Frederick and get a dose of holiday will have events that are inspiring, spirit. For more information on these educational, and entertaining. So or any other events happening in come tour the local houses of wor- Frederick this holiday season, visit ship, listen to the choirs, observe the www.fredericktourism.org or call 301- 600-2888. December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 19 December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 20

Marketplace December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 21 “Big Board” Continued From are looking forward to performing before Page 8. an audience. 2007 harvest straight out of SMV’s bar- Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along rels. Compare them with tastings of the Continuing a tradition that was begun ’06 wines which have been aging in the over ten years ago, the Frederick Chamber barrels for one year. A light lunch will be Singers, an offshoot of the Frederick Chil- served. The cost is free for members of dren’s Chorus, will perform Handel’s Mes- SMV’s Case Club; $18.00 per person for siah at the Weinberg Center for the Arts non-case club on December 18 at 8:00 p.m. The audience patrons. Space is limited to forty people. is invited, even expected, to sing along. Reservations are required and can be Songbooks are available for purchase. made by calling SMV at 301-605-0130. The chorus and a live orchestra will be conducted by Judith DuBose, founder and The Season of Winter Concerts artistic director of the Frederick Children’s Begins Chorus. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and This is the wonderful time of year $10.00 for seniors and children. For more when the schools present the talents of information, visit www.weinbergcenter. their students through the annual winter org or call 301-600-2828. concerts. There are many opportunities to “get into the spirit” of the season and Christmas around the World the first one up is the PHS Winter Concert The Hope Garden Ballet Studio will on Tuesday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. be presenting Christmas around the World at in the high school auditorium. Then on Poolesville High School on December 20 Thursday, December 13, the Clarksburg at 7:00 p.m. This production will feature High School music department pres- international, colorful dances reflecting ents its Winter Concert at 7:30 p.m. The the music and culture of many different Poolesville Elementary School has its con- countries. cert in the all-purpose room at 7:00 p.m. on December 17 and John Poole Middle School performs on December 20 at 7:00 p.m. Monocacy Elementary School has a parents/grandparents “sing-along” at 2:15 p.m. on December 21. Christmas Carol A holiday treasure sure to warm everyone’s hearts! Join the talented cast of the Maryland Ensemble Theatre/The Fun Company—along with Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future—as they discover and celebrate the true mean- ing of Christmas on December 14, 15, and 16 at the Weinberg Center for the Arts. For more information, visit www.weinberg- center.org or call 301-600-2828. Traditional Santa Ride through Poolesville Santa has happily agreed to return on Sunday, December 16 to greet the children of Poolesville. Santa will be riding atop the fire engine of the Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Dept starting at 5:30 p.m. Santa has asked the volunteer firefighters to help him distribute candy canes to the children of Poolesville. When you see the fire engine, please come out and welcome Santa. He will be glad to receive cookies, brownies, or other goodies. This will help sustain him and his firefighter elves. For safety, the fire engines cannot enter cul-de-sacs or narrow lanes. Additionally, parents, please take care that the children and pets stay on the sidewalk, and do not closely approach the apparatus. Santa sends his jolliest thanks. Questions? Please contact volunteer fire- fighter/EMT Jeffery Eck at 240-529-3438. Poolesville Tire & Auto PYSO Debut “For the Best in Vehicle Care and Repair” The debut of the Poolesville Youth Symphony Orchestra will take place FOR WEEKLY COUPONS & SPECIALS Tuesday, December 18 at the John Poole Middle School all-purpose room. The Go to: Poolesvilleautogroup.com musicians have been working hard and Open: 8 am to 5 pm M-F 19920 Fisher Ave. 301-349-3880 December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 22 Commercial Display December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 23 to Des Moines, Iowa. season coaching varsity soccer and his tory with Trey McHale’s double over- Youth Sports This year, joining the boys in their first year in Poolesville, so there were time golden goal. The Mountain Ridge travels for the first time was new coach, naturally some adjustments to be made faithful, after accumulating fourteen PHS Boys Soccer: Christos Nicholas. Soccer has run by the coach and the players over the wins during their season, were shocked An Incredible Journey through Coach Nicholas’s blood since season. that unseeded Poolesville had elimi- his youth. He played soccer at Ken- Although, they finished the regular nated them from the playoffs. Midfield- nedy High School in Silver Spring. His season with an unspectacular 3-8-1 re- ers, Karl Mihm in the center and Dane When the Poolesville boys’ soccer brother also played at Kennedy High cord, they could take some solace in that Hanscom and Christian Helwig on the team entered the playoffs, very few and went on to play in college. His dad they were competitive playing against outside, were outnumbered yet more imagined that they would travel so far. played in a men’s league that played larger 2A, 3A, and even 4A schools. than held their own against Mountains However, travel far they did, not only their games at the now-demolished In fact, most of the losses were by just Ridge’s four excellent midfielders. winning five playoff games but literally Kensington Junior High. Coach Nicho- one goal. The most disappointing loss Senior Trey McHale said of his winning traveling 1209 miles from Poolesville las played both football and soccer in had to be the double overtime game to goal, “I had never done anything like High School to do so—that’s right!— college—as the kicker on the football Clarksburg. In that game, Poolesville that before.” The celebration “was just over twelve hundred miles round trip team. He had also played soccer for the scored two goals in overtime and, twice, ridiculous.” from PHS to the six playoff game loca- U.S. Deaf National team for over twenty they thought they had won; however, “It was only after that game that I tions. For reference, that is just about years. This was Coach Nicholas’s first both goals were disallowed by referee thought we had a good chance to get exactly the distance one way from PHS decisions. to the finals,” said senior captain Karl In spite of the regular season, the Mihm. Poolesville still had many more School News parents of college-bound students. boys and the coach still had their confi- miles to travel. The information is especially impor- dence, hoping that the good soccer they After a 4 to 0 victory over Allegany PHS Alumni Day Set tant for parents of seniors, but oth- were playing would be rewarded in High School in the Cumberland City Alumni from PHS will be wel- ers are encouraged to attend to learn the playoffs and their seeming bad luck Stadium, Poolesville faced another comed back on Friday, December 21, about grants, aid, loans, and the Free would turn around.The first playoff strong favorite at an unfamiliar field. 2007. Students should plan to arrive Application for Federal Student Aid game set Poolesville up against defend- The regional championship game was between 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The (FAFSA). The meeting will be held ing regional champion Clear Spring set against number two seed Northern Poolesville Baptist Church has gra- in the high school’s media center High School near Hagerstown, Mary- Garrett, who had accumulated sev- ciously agreed to allow alumni to beginning at 7:00 p.m. For additional land. The Poolesville boys jumped out enteen victories and just one loss. The park in their lot. Light refreshments information, call Mrs. Cathy Adams to a quick lead and yielded only a pen- game was played at Northern Garrett’s will be served in the career center. in the career center at 301-972-7911. alty kick goal to win handily 4 to 1. The narrow field over 145 miles from Once again, returning students will be Ms. Susan Erb and Ms. Carol Schroyer starting forwards, Zach Hannon, Matt Poolesville High School. The tempera- asked to participate in an open discus- from Hood College will be the pre- Capozi, and Trey McHale proved to be ture was thirty degrees, the winds were sion of life after PHS. senters. almost impossible to stop. All three had whipping up to twenty miles per hour, Alumni Day is always a wonder- started the season in other positions but and a light snow fell during the entire ful opportunity for staff and students MES Fifth Graders Win Final had come together to form an imposing game. Poolesville scored first with to catch up with our graduates. All Frontiers front line. Senior goalkeeper, Matt Ro- the wind, but Northern Garrett came returning alumni are welcome. Cur- On Saturday, November 17, billard, thought that the playoff success back to tie the score 1 to 1 in the sec- rent juniors and seniors always enjoy Rachel Nieberding, Science teacher at was the result of “position changes, and ond half. The Poolesville boys proved hearing about life beyond Poolesville Monocacy Elementary School, took it took time for the team to be comfort- themselves up to the challenge and High School, whether that is college, a group of fifth graders to Woot- able with them and play at the highest won this regional championship game the military, or the work force. At the ton High School to participate in the capability.” with two more goals, both scored in conclusion of the panel discussion, the Final Frontiers Science Competition. This set up the most exciting victory the face of the gusting northern wind. returning students will be able to in- In this, their first year of competition of the season against number one seed The defense of Mark Fales, Tim Dalton, formally visit with staff and students. (for the students and Ms. Nieberding), Mountain Ridge High School at their Ryan Campbell, and Alex Pfister played If alumni have any questions, the students won their division. “We home field at Frostburg State Univer- spectacularly. they should Mrs. Adams in the career participated in one event but realized sity. Mountain Ridge had eliminated A relatively easy victory in the state center at 301-972-7911. once we got there that we could have Poolesville in the state semifinals three semifinal was not reflected in the 2 to 1 PHS Schedules Date on Financial come up with some really good ideas years ago. In front of over a thousand score, but it put Poolesville in the state Aid Information for College-Bound for the other events as well,” says Ms. fans (of which 950 were from Mountain championship game against 1A soccer Students Nieberding. Ridge), Poolesville trailed 0-1 for most powerhouse Pocomoke High School. On Wednesday evening, De- Congratulations to the students: of the game, but the boys kept pushing cember 12, Poolesville High School Bryce McKenney, Lilly Nichols, AJ harder. Poolesville came back to tie in -Continued on Page 27. will have a financial aid seminar for Gross, and Alexander Yaney. regulation and then won a dramatic vic-

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She is a proud skill-wise. They are all so professional competition practices; they attend The 2007-2008 Poolesville High graduate of Penn State University and hard-working.” competition wearing black and gold School varsity cheerleaders are on a where she majored in secondary edu- Like any other team, they had and yell more loudly than anyone roll after winning their second County cation with a concentration in English. their challenges and setbacks. Mallory else. The parents are the cheerleaders Division III championship in a row on Her interest in cheerleading started in Potter, a senior, suffered a severe neck for the cheerleaders.” November 17 at Blair High School. Of high school. “Football was and is huge injury in practice three days before The experience of being a cheer- course, their season is just half over. in Northeastern Pennsylvania (she competition, and it was questionable leading coach clearly has impacted While the other teams can now take graduated high school from Dunmore whether she could even perform at strongly on Laughney. “My experi- their rest, these competitors have to High in Dunmore, Pennsylvania), competition. “She was and is so dedi- ence as a coach is definitely a learn- forge ahead. so cheerleading was just something cated to this squad and the sport that ing experience. I am learning that The squad approaches cheer- we all did. Cheerleading eventually she insisted on competing. Physically, sometimes pushing the girls to what I leading as would any athletic team became a passion because we cheered it was daunting for her, but she never feel is their best also pushes me to my through intense physical training and competitively when I was in elemen- gave up.” best. I am learning that the cheerlead- dedicated practice. While they devote tary school, and then it continued Then Abi Stefanelli, a sophomore ers, or any athlete for that matter, are their efforts to supporting the other through high school. I have always and one of their main flyers, suffered very impressionable; everything we, sports teams, they start practicing for loved the challenge of cheerleading a hip injury about a week before com- as coaches, say or do will impact them their own competition in mid-Septem- because it is so physical and difficult, petition and had to miss a few days in some way, so I try to keep that in ber, between the soccer, field hockey, but so much fun as well!” of practice. She came back a few days mind when motivating them.” volleyball, and football games. Coach She cites the leadership of cap- before competition and performed Coach Laughney believes that Katy Laughney tells us, “They prac- tains Morgan Fields and Kim Zisman fearlessly. “Abi is a perfectionist true success goes beyond the team ticed every day and worked extremely as being instrumental in their success. when it comes to cheerleading, so she and parents to include many others. hard. There were many times they “They were true leaders by coming was not going to let the injury dictate “My administrators and colleagues wanted to go home early or say they to practice every day and giving their her participation.” have been so supportive during the were too tired to continue, but they absolute best. It set a tone for the rest Laughney tips her hat to those season; many of them even came to were driven by their first-place victory of the girls and created an understood around her who provide such critical competition to cheer on the girls. I feel last year, eager to bring home another expectation that nothing less than help. “The PHS JV coach, Alicia Soud- so fortunate to be working with such title.” hard work was acceptable.” er (also in her second year coaching an upstanding group of people.” The 2007-2008 team captains are From Coach Laughney’s perspec- at PHS), has been an enormous help seniors Morgan Fields and Kimberly tive, however, every cheerleader on providing ideas for competition. She Zisman. The complete roster her squad is a standout. “We have is also a huge support system for both includes: seniors Megan Guise, Kelly girls who never cheered before in their Dalrymple, Ashley Gunsteens, Nikki December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 25 “Holiday Gifts” Continued From tion, and if John doesn’t have it, I bet gardening books in local bookstores. Page 3. he can find it for you. I have selected three which would be Tidbits “behind the scenes” to capture these For the weatherman in your house, interesting to a variety of gardening creatures at various times of the year, a weather station will let him put some friends. First-time Gardener. Garden- in natural settings. Anyone interested authority behind his predictions. Smith ing expert, Kim Wilde, lends advice Civil War Artifacts Found at New Town in birds and photography would enjoy & Hawken has an attractive copper to the budding gardener on how to Hall Site this fascinating book. and glass one for $119.00. It predicts start and build the perfect outdoor With excavators removing brush Another gift for a bird watcher general weather patterns and changes space with confidence. It is a good and trees to clear the area for the new and gardener is a pair of binoculars. in barometric pressure and humidity. beginner’s guide to basic elements of town hall, the time was perfect to find The Audubon Society has a good range Wondering how much it rained last the garden, including soil, climate, any newly unearthed artifacts from the of binoculars varying in power and night? A rain gauge will keep you up- ambiance, and light. The New York Civil War. Greg Shores of Poolesville, field of vision. It has a small 7x yellow to-date. Spoil your favorite someone Times 1000 Gardening Questions & who has one of the most extensive col- model that is strong enough to be use- and let him or her be the first in the Answers .All the garden news that is fit lections from that era, combed through ful, yet small enough to carry with you neighborhood with an atomic clock to print. Based on the popular “Gar- the area, with metal detector in hand, and still work in the garden. The yel- and thermometer. This outdoor clock deners Q&A” column in The New York on Sunday morning, November 25. low color helps you when you forget uses its built-in radio technology to Times, this comprehensive and very With commitments in Gettysburg where you put it down—not that your sync with the United States Atomic readable book has an answer for just later in the day, he didn’t have much husband would ever admit that. Clock for incredibly reliable timekeep- about every problem a gardener might time to spend looking for items, but Speaking of husbands—or men in ing. It never needs to be reset, even face, from how to keep honeysuckle the time he had proved successful. He general—many of my friends say that for Daylight Savings Time, and it is under control to getting rid of earwigs. found three bullets, while a friend, Jim men are hard to shop for. Ties, books, powered by one AA battery. Botanica by Howard Schatz. Whether Kirby found a trigger guard for either and argyle socks get to be quite boring With all the work your gardener you are a lover of flowers or you just a pistol or rifle. As he handed the bul- after so many years. If he likes to work can now do with his or her new tools, enjoy great photography, you will love lets for us to look at, he commented, outside in the yard, here are some gifts let them rest and enjoy the fruits of this exquisite book and will be awed by “You are the first person (now second that he might like. Men like their toys, their labor in a Pawleys Island Ham- this artistic kaleidoscope of color and actually) who has touched this in the even garden toys. mock. You could also consider some beauty. Schatz’s flowers are dramatic last 140 years.” Later in the week, he There are always things that have attractive, long-lasting teak benches, and wonderfully detailed and present uncovered a uniform belt buckle from to be moved around the garden, from chairs, and tables for your garden an artistic view of flowers that is chal- the Union army. Mr. Shores said he mulch to flowerpots. On the high-end or patio. They can be expensive, but lenging and new. Botanica is a feast for had been recently reworking the area budget, you can surprise your garden they will last a lifetime. I have several the eyes. near Poolesville High School now that man with a bright green John Deer benches and chairs that are over thirty There are many more gifts that I the lot is having its surface excavated Gator, or on a smaller budget, a bright years old, and they still look great. could suggest, but this list should get for the new home development, and he green wheelbarrow. John Spellman’s Books are always a welcome you started. discovered scores of Civil War artifacts. Poolesville Hardware has a great selec- gift, and there are hundreds of good December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 26 “Holiday Season” Continued large crowd of nearly three hundred “Books for Cooks” Continued uses ingredients available in our From Page 1. came together as town commission From Page 5. supermarkets, and the recipes are president Eddie Kulhman ordered not complicated. Here are samples of the Holiday Widows and Orphans book and all of its recipes in one the switch to be turned on right after some of his recipes: Simple Crunchy luncheon. It is hard to establish the afternoon. It was that interesting and a brief moment of silence in honor of Side Salad, Crab Linguine, Tomato, actual beginning this party, especially fun to read. Now, I must admit that the military personnel not able to be Basil, and Ricotta Risotto, Ultimate since the organization will celebrate I love to read good cookbooks, and at home with their families. Rib of Beef, Fabulous Fish Stew, and its 150th anniversary in the coming 447 pages, this is obviously a serious, The kids (and adults) expressed Sweet and Sour Squash. year. The choir from Monocacy El- while very readable, book. I hesi- delight with oohs and ahs at the This is an excellent cookbook to ementary School and the youth choir tated to recommend it in my cooking Christmas tree, gazebo, and other improve your skills, even if they are of Poolesville Memorial Methodist column, since it was not available at lights bursting with seasonal splen- limited. The great-tasting recipes are Church entertained the crowd. Jim that time in the United States. It was dor. The choir from Memorial Meth- practical to make because the tech- Sporey, an award-winning wood- just released here on October 2, 2007. odist Church, under the direction of niques are doable and the ingredi- craftsman, made delightful reindeer This is Jamie’s seventh book, Janet Hartz, led the crowd in Christ- ents are findable. Christmas tree ornaments as a gift but he says this almost seems like it mas carols. Henry Nessul from St. Several years ago, Jamie Oliver for the guests. Jane Poole and Shirley should be his first. He goes on to say Peter’s Episcopal Church was the founded the Fifteen Foundation, Sporey, after gathering nearly 170 toy that he hopes he has created a time- master of ceremonies, and the youth which trains young kids from tough stuffed animals to be given to chil- less, modern-day classic. “Whether orchestra from St. Peter’s also per- backgrounds from all over the world dren for Christmas, put together the you are a student, a young couple, formed for the evening. to become professional chefs. All of gift packages that were given to the an established cook, or a novice, I’ll About halfway through the festiv- the students attend catering college widows and widowers. Odd Fellow take you through a whole load of ities, an unannounced surprise caught before working in one of Jamie’s William Poole, who is known to be a simple and accessible recipes that the attention of everyone. Santa Claus, restaurants, where they learn what particularly close personal friend of will blow the socks off your family riding the UMCVFD fire truck, drove it takes to cook in a high-pressure Santa Claus, was once again able to ar- and any guest that you might have through town waving to the festival- environment. One of his restaurants range for Santa’s appearance near the round for dinner. There’s informa- goers in the park. He stopped only in the east end of London, Fifteen, end of the festivities. tion on the equipment that I think briefly due to excessive demands on is staffed by his students and has The third grand holiday tradition you should have in your kitchen, his time, waving with both hands as received rave reviews. So another in the area is the lighting of the street- advice on how to recognize and cook if to say, “See you next Saturday for reason to buy this wonderful cook- lights in Poolesville. This year was the loads of different cuts of meat, as breakfast at the fire hall.” book is that one hundred percent second time for a newer tradition that well as how to get the best value and After the ceremonies in the park, of the book’s profits go back to the has already become highly popular: quality when you are out shopping.” many of the families adjourned to St. foundation. the lighting of the Whalen Commons When I started to read the reci- Peter’s Church for the showing of the Christmas tree, gazebo, and other pes, I kept coming back to the fact seasonal movie, Polar Express, hot trees in the park. that, yes, I could seriously think of chocolate, and other refreshments. Despite the very chilly evening, a making most of these recipes. Jamie

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Fresh Wreaths & Roping December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 27 “PHS Soccer” Continued From Page 23. Pocomoke was a formidable opponent. They were undefeated defending state champions and had been to the cham- pionship game ten times, winning six state championships. The Pocomoke coach, Alan Byrd, has coached soccer there for twenty-eight years. Poolesville had never won the state champion- ship and was making its second appearance at the state finals (the last in 1994) with a coach who had been at PHS twenty-seven years less than Poco- moke’s. Senior Defender Mark Fales put in a penalty kick, and Poolesville went up 1 to 0 in the first half. Poolesville nearly doubled the lead on several oc- casions but the Pocomoke goalkeeper made several nice saves. His stellar performance was matched by the efforts of Poolesville goalkeeper Matt Robillard who made some spectacular saves. As the second half wore on, it appeared that Poolesville would be celebrating its first boys’ soccer state championship; however, Pocomoke had other ideas. Pocomoke’s senior all-star, Kyle Daugherty, set up a very nice goal with thirteen minutes left, and the match ended regulation in a 1 to 1 tie. The match went back and forth in overtime, and many on the Poolesville side thought it was only a matter of time before Poolesville would score another golden goal and win it. In soc- cer, just a couple seconds of play over the course of ninety minutes can decide the championship and, unfortunately OURS IS A COUNTRY FILLED WITH PROMISE FOR TOMORROW- for Poolesville, those couple seconds decided it in favor of Pocomoke. Kyle Daugherty struck again His superb goal BECAUSE OURS IS A HISTORY SHAPED BY HEROS! from a long cross put an end to Pooles- ville’s hopes as the game ended on his sudden death overtime goal. The final score was Pocomoke 2 and Poolesville 1. Senior Zach Hannon, who started the season as a defender but finished it brilliantly as a forward, summed it up nicely, “We had fun during the season. We worked hard but just came up a couple minutes short.” As they say, there is always next year. The team is returning six starters, including 6 foot 4 inch junior goalkeep- er Chris Soper who played outstanding soccer in a shutout at Einstein and, had it not been for senior Matt Robillard’s super play, Chris would surely have been up to the task this year. Captain Mark Fales, a four-year varsity starter, noted that “next year’s team will be very good. They have great returning players to continue with.” December 7, 2007 The Monocacy Monocle Page 28