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Photo by Chris Fincham Captain Jeff Adams, the commanding officer of the Eastern District Police Station, graduated from SPHS in 1987 and took over the leadership position in July.

By Chris Fincham it’s a great place.” [email protected] An SPHS class of 1987 alum, Adams worked at Council Continues Debate On eff Adams always Fort Meade briefly before wanted to be a police applying to become a police officer. Growing up in officer. Baltimore City ac- Complex Forest Conservation Law JSeverna Park, he was raised cepted him, and he worked to help others, and police more than four years there, template a conservation law wants to strengthen protec- important to the county,” work was a natural fit. and then transferred to Amended Bill Will that would impose tougher tions for our remaining for- Trumbauer said. “They soak More than three de- the Anne Arundel County restrictions on developers. ested areas,” Trumbauer said. up rainwater, reduce flooding cades after graduating Police Department. His Be Heard On Nov. 4 Bill 68-19 was introduced at Citing data provided by from pollution. Forests add from Severna Park High transition to Anne Arundel the October 7 council meet- the Environmental Protec- property value, and improve School, Adams is now a County was actually his ing on behalf of County Ex- tion Agency’s Chesapeake health and quality of life of police captain and the new first homecoming as an of- By Zach Sparks ecutive Steuart Pittman and Bay Program, Trumbauer communities. They provide commanding officer of his ficer. As a patrolman in the [email protected] his administration. At that said Anne Arundel has lost habitat for wildlife and al- hometown Eastern District Eastern District in the ‘90s, meeting, Chris Trumbauer, more acres of forest since low people to interact with Police Station. he covered familiar ground he seven members Pittman’s senior advisor for 2010 than any other Mary- nature, and they remove air “Throughout my career, in Severna Park, Arnold of the Anne Arundel policy and communications, land county under the Forest pollution.” I’ve gone to other divisions, and Cape St. Claire. TCounty Council are said the bill is complex, but Conservation Act. In its initial form, the but now I’ve worked my “I knew all of that area attempting to see the forest the intent is simple. “This is a significant bill increased the amount way back home,” Adams growing up, and it was for the trees as they con- “County Executive Pittman problem because forests are »»Continued on A4 said. “I really like it here, »»Continued on A7 Changes To The Critical Area Griswold Joins Elite Company Map Will Affect Homeowners Among Virginia Tech Athletes By Zach Sparks enacted in 2008 to update time” because the process is By Zach Sparks [email protected] the critical area boundaries, data-intense. [email protected] which had not been updated “We selected pilot coun- n September, the Critical since being established in ties: Talbot, which has a lot hat does Severna Area Commission for the the 1980s using 1972 pa- of rural areas, and Baltimore Park native Matt IChesapeake and Atlantic per maps. The legislation County, which has a lot more WGriswold have in Coastal Bays sent a letter to directed the Department of development,” Charbonneau common with former NFL some homeowners inform- Natural Resources to prepare said. “We created a map and quarterback Michael Vick, ing them that changes had a statewide base map that had to determine how we de- former MLB manager and been made to the critical includes a state-determined sign shorelines around piers catcher Johnny Oates, and area boundary. The let- shoreline and landward and open water. All these the NFL’s all-time sacks ter let them know that the boundary of tidal wetlands things came about.” leader, former Buffalo Bills boundary now included their and a digitally-generated, The Critical Area Com- defensive end Bruce Smith? property or included more of georeferenced 1,000-foot mission started by tak- Griswold is a now a member their property. critical area boundary. ing historic shoreline and of the Virginia Tech Sports Matt Griswold and his nephew, Severna Park High School senior A critical area includes So why is this happening wetland data and comparing Hall of Fame. Drew Griswold, were introduced to fans at halftime of the land within 1,000 feet of the now if the law was passed in it to current aerial imag- The outfielder got the nod Virginia Tech-Old Dominion football game on September 7. tidal waters and wetlands 2008? Kate Charbonneau, ery, color-infrared imagery in September, along with that make up the Chesapeake Critical Area Commission (CIR), light detecting and runners Tasmin Fanning and tor Dave Smith, and golfer said. “I chose Virginia Tech Bay and its tributaries. State- executive director, said two ranging (LIDAR) data, and Brian Walter, former NFL Drew Weaver. because of my love for the adopted critical area criteria pilot counties were selected topographic maps. Limited cornerback Brandon Flowers, “This is the professional state, and I was fortunate and the local critical area and it took “quite some »»Continued on A2 sports information direc- honor of my life,” Griswold »»Continued on A6 programs, serve as guides that govern all development and land-disturbing activi- ties in the area — whether a All Are Welcome To Attend These Yuletide Events homeowner is clearing trees, removing vegetation, or By Zach Sparks residents. ful,” said GSPACC CEO Liz building a shed or pool. [email protected] The Greater Severna Park League. “It just made sense The critical area doesn’t and Arnold Chamber of Com- this year, to have the event in physically alter a person’s t wouldn’t quite feel like merce (GSPACC) will bring December instead of before property; it’s a line on a map. the holidays in Severna back Taste & Sip on December Thanksgiving.” The changes come as a IPark without the celebra- 5 and its Christmas tree light- Taste & Sip invites guests to result of a state law passed tion of three events that have ing December 6. Park Plaza mingle, sample tasty food and in 2008. House Bill 1253 was become traditions for area will also ring in the season drinks, shop, enjoy live music, on December 6 with the ar- and bid on silent auction items rival of Santa. that appeal to people of all Now in its 10th year, Taste interests. & Sip will occupy a new Chartwell Golf & Country Inside venue for the 2019 season as Club can accommodate ad- Community...... A1-A8 Sports...... B1-B11 it moves from Homestead ditional parking, so guests Politics & Opinion...... A9-A10 Health & Fitness...... B12 Gardens to Chartwell Golf & no longer have to park in a Arts & Entertainment. A11-A13 School & Youth...... B13-B16 Country Club. separate lot and be shuttled to Business ...... A14-A16 Business Directory...... B10-B11 “We love Homestead, and the event. the staff has been wonder- Continued on A5 facebook.com/severnaparkvoice @SPVoice @severnaparkvoice »» A2 November 1, 2019 Severna Park voice

Publishers Changes To Dianna Lancione Margueritte Mills Lonnie Lancione Chief Operating Officer Volunteer Of The Month Arnold Woman Is Dedicated To Serving Others The Critical Larry Sells V.P., Operations Area Map Brian Lancione By Chris Fincham roundedness with them throughout their of it — and entire time in the system Continued from A1 Sales Account Executive [email protected] »» Shannon Vitielliss I really just — they are the constant. site visits were performed From classrooms to the enjoy it,” she The judge may change, the to verify on-the-ground Inside Sales Support Ballet Theatre of Mary- said. “Over the social workers may change, conditions where tree cover Heather Lancione land, Debbie Mayer never years, I’ve done the lawyers may change, restricted the view of the Editor stops finding ways to sup- many things. but their Court-Appointed shoreline or where an analy- Zach Sparks port others. I’ve been on the Special Advocate is there to sis of the imagery did not Sports Editor After moving from New board of the know everything: to know allow for a clear determina- Colin Murphy Jersey to the Annapolis Ballet Theatre their teachers, to know their tion. Once maps for Talbot Assistant Editor area in the early ‘80s, Mayer of Maryland. family, to know everyone on and Baltimore counties Chris Fincham worked as an airspace I’ve volun- the legal side and report to were complete, the commis- Editorial Assistant systems engineer at ARINC teered at all my the judge. sion began its county-by- Haley Weisgerber (now Collins Aerospace). kid’s schools. “It’s really amazing,” she county review. Creative Director Then, Mayer and her hus- Right now, I am added. “I’ve done a lot of The first set of work- Will Nauman band, Joe, started a family, on the board Volunteer of the Month Debbie Mayer volunteering from elemen- ing draft maps have been Reporters and her priorities shifted. of directors for received a certificate from Chris Fincham, tary schools to chairing arts prepared for Anne Arundel Jillian Amodio “My husband and I have the Maryland Severna Park Voice assistant editor. events, but the people who County, and public reviews Laura McElwain Colquhoun Abigail Gilbert raised five children here Hall for the volunteer to take this task were held at four locations Megan Ruge and they all still live in the Creative Arts; I have chaired struggle; some of them have on, these CASA volunteers, including Riviera Beach Judy Tacyn area - and we now have three their Arts Alive fundraiser dyslexia and trouble reading; are amazing. It costs a lot Volunteer Fire Company Columnists grandchildren,” she said. and will be chairing that some have dysgraphia and to train them, and the cost in Pasadena on October Heather Bagnall “We lived in Annapolis until again in 2020.” can’t write, or dyscalculia of employing supervisors 15 and Magothy River Mary Cobbler 2003 and then we moved She is also passionate and they can’t do math. All of at CASA who work with the Middle School in Arnold on Peter Franchot to Arnold in the Glen Oban about helping kids. She that makes their self-esteem volunteers is enormous.” October 16. Jim Fredericks Liz League neighborhood. We just love has supported a number of suffer, and when you see that The money earned from Homeowners learned Anne Colt Leitess the area, love the water, and youth-oriented organiza- things are starting to click, the Holly Ball will help them that existing structures and Michael Malone it was a great place to raise a tions, including The Summit you can see their confidence hire more people. The people other items on their prop- Lauren Burke Meyer family — it’s home.” School in Edgewater, which start to grow.” they have, the more volun- erty are grandfathered and Steuart Pittman Once her family started serves students with dyslexia The Severn Town Club is teers they can supervise, and do not have to be removed. Audrey Ruppert growing, Mayer stayed home and other learning disorders. a group of active, diverse the more children that can Anyone who applies for a Dana Schallheim to raise her kids, which is “Probably the best feeling women whose goal it is to be served. building permit in the future Contributors Dr. Jeffrey Cranska when she began volunteer- was being able to help The contribute to the greater An- Along with volunteering, will be subject to the state- David Diggs ing. And once it started, Summit School,” Mayer napolis community through the Catholic University and mandated law for the portion Jason LaBarge it evolved and grew over recalled. “I do work with service projects. Their 56th Johns Hopkins University of their property in the Marcus LaChapelle the years. some of the kids there, and annual Holly Ball will be graduate still finds time to critical area. Student Intern “I started volunteering in I’ve worked at their summer Friday, November 22, at the be a preschool teacher at The changes will not af- Emily Allgair the classroom, and then my camp, and I tutor at the Sum- Westin Annapolis Hotel. Severna Park United Meth- fect flood insurance rates or daughter was a dancer and mit Resource Center.” This year’s gala is themed odist Church. How she finds property taxes. she started dancing at Mary- Every year, the Severn “Unfold the Child Within” the time or energy seems Department of Natural The Severna Park Voice land Hall, and that’s how I Town Club organizes and and will support several unimaginable — but it’s the Resources officials say the is published by got involved there,” Mayer hosts the Holly Ball, which nonprofits throughout the only way she knows how. resulting critical area maps said. “So I started volunteer- collects thousands of dollars county. The event’s major “I don’t think I know will provide a uniform, Family owned and ing and then I became a to donate to local nonprofit beneficiary is Anne Arundel any different,” she said. “I consistent, and seamless operated since 1981 board member, and that kind organizations. Money raised County CASA, which pro- just do it.” product that can be easily Please send your news to: [email protected] of evolved into the schools. during last year’s Holly Ball vides Court-Appointed Spe- The Holly Ball will include updated and accessed by P.O. Box 608 I was on the board of the was donated to support The cial Advocates for children hors d’oeuvres, dinner and the public. To see an online Severna Park, MD 21146 Severna Park High School Summit School’s schol- across the county. dancing, along with a raffle mapping tool, visit www. 410-647-9400 Booster Club, and I did a lot arship fund. “CASA is a really incredible and silent auction. For more webmaps.esrgc.org.cbca/ of work at St. Mary’s with the “To be able to see the organization that provides information, or to pur- desktop/map. Anyone with athletic association and the impact that going there can a constant for these chil- chase tickets to the event, additional questions can call No part of this publication classrooms.” have on these children, and dren in foster care who are visit www.severntownclub. the Critical Area Commission may be reproduced without After raising athletic kids, to be able to help them have experiencing tremendous org/56th-holly-ball-information at 410-260-3460. permission of the publisher ©2019. The publisher is Mayer has developed a dis- the opportunity to get more and almost unspeakable dif- or email SevernTownClub@ “When you get a letter not responsible for any tinct passion for the arts. kids at the school … It has ficulties in their lives,” Mayer gmail.com. from government, it can be errors, omissions, etc. Views “I like what it does for the an immediate impact on explained. “The CASA who To learn more about CASA, confusing, so we’re always expressed are not necessarily whole person — the well- those kids,” she said. “They is assigned to them will stay visit www.aacasa.org. willing to answer questions,” those of the publisher. Charbonneau said.

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It also called for this bill and what it will do Anne Arundel County. mitigation options when Home Services Company an increase to the fee-in-lieu, to local taxes, employment, “My view in land use over seeking to remove forests, Repair or replace roof money that developers pay in and housing availability?” 31 years is the market is the yet they are dwelling on the The “most wonderful time The last thing you need with exchange for clearing trees or The response from Trum- primary driver,” he said. “The very last option, which is the of the year” is rapidly ap- a house full of people is a leaky causing other environmen- bauer was “no.” market for development in fee-in-lieu.” proaching, and for most of us, roof. Have a new roof put on tal damage. The council ultimately Anne Arundel County has Other options include that means the busiest. While or replace loose shingles. Keep Anne Arundel’s current passed 14 amendments dur- been strong. It will continue altering their design at no you may be getting ready to those winter elements out of fee-in-lieu is 40 cents per ing the subsequent county to be strong.” cost, performing the restora- shop until you drop, cook your home. square foot, an amount council meeting on October Also in support of the bill tion themselves at minimal lavish feasts, and spend time Pittman wants to multi- 21, setting the stage for a were representatives of the cost, or utilizing landscaping with your loved ones, don’t D eep clean ple sixfold. public hearing that will take League of Women Voters mitigation. forget about your home and Make sure to clean all appli- “But we don’t want devel- place November 4. of Anne Arundel County; After hearing all of that the cold that is coming. Here ances, like ovens, microwaves opers to pay this fee. We want Public input took over Severn River Association; testimony, the council is a list of items to help you and refrigerators, to prepare them to replant the trees, three hours during the first Growth Action Network; reconvened on October 21 get your home ready for the for all the feasting. Also, and we believe they will be public hearing on October 7, Scenic Rivers Land Trust; to consider 25 amendments, holiday and winter season. Great Aunt Shirley will prob- able to do it for much less with the crowd divided be- Chesapeake Bay Trust; Chesa- passing 14. One lowered the ably notice the dust on the than the proposed fee-in-lieu tween supporters and oppo- peake Conservancy; and proposed fee-in-lieu increase Check and install new baseboards. Make sure you get in this bill,” Trumbauer said. nents of the bill. Many people other groups. Many land use from $3 per square foot to smoke detectors those too. As discussion got un- thought the bill didn’t go far planners and environmental $1.25, with the exception of Make sure to put new bat- derway, council members enough in protecting forests, scientists also debated both trees in critical or priority teries in all smoke detectors, Clean and repair brought up concerns about while others expressed that it sides of the issue. funding areas. and ensure they are working. downspouts unintended consequences, went too far. “Let us not delude our- For those who violate the If not, have them replaced. and gutters and they questioned some An Odenton resident and selves by thinking that re- forest conservation bill, the House fires happen more Remove any twigs, leaves of the statistics provided environmental consultant planting with small saplings council agreed to bump the often in the winter months. and other debris that would by the Pittman administra- said that while Pittman’s is going to offset the loss of fee from 80 cents per square Make sure you are protected. prevent proper drainage, tion. They also asked why the administration claimed that mature trees,” said Rich War- foot to $3 per square foot of and then flush with water. county has difficulty finding the annual forest clearing in den, a former city planner cleared trees. Clean and inspect the Consider installing a gutter land that can be used to plant Anne Arundel County is 300 for Los Angeles, and a former To testify for or against fireplace, and bring guard as well. trees using money that is cur- acres, Maryland Department environmental science pro- the amended bill, attend the in firewood rently in the fee-in-lieu fund. of Natural Resources records fessor at three universities. county council meeting on It’s going to get cold. Make For assistance with any of “When we’re talking about show the clearing is 32% less “It will take perhaps 20 to 40 November 4 at 7:00pm at the sure you have the chimney these projects, reach The Anne forest mitigation banking than that amount. years for a sapling to provide Arundel Center, located at 44 inspected and cleaned before Arundel Home Services Com- and increasing the fee-in- A few members of the the same ecological services Calvert Street in Annapolis. using the fireplace this year. pany at www.annearundelho- lieu so high that developers development community of a mature tree.” The council could vote Stock up on firewood and meimprovementcompany.com or don’t want to pay that, but called the legislation an anti- Amy Kolev saw Pittman’s on the bill that evening or store it in a dry place. Make 410-589-2819. we don’t have the mechanism development bill as opposed proposal as an obstacle continue to deliberate, since for them to plant right now; to an environmental bill. to people seeking afford- the bill does not expire until I have concerns that there Jeffrey Schomig, Arnold able housing. December 7. are projects in my district resident and former commis- “My fellow community District 1 Councilwoman that are going to go from sioner on the Severn River members include police, fire, Sarah Lacey is ready to put single-family homes to a Commission, disagreed. military, veterans, the the debate to rest and pass smaller, condensed project, “Every single time an elderly, as well as families the forest conservation and are going to go up, which environmental bill comes like mine,” said Kolev, who reform. She doesn’t want is increasing density,” said up, any sort of regulation on lives in Glen Burnie. “Had her fellow councilmembers Councilwoman Amanda development comes up, you this bill, or anything near it, to get too caught up in the Fiedler, who represents Dis- hear from the development been approved prior to my details, to miss the forest for trict 5. “So when I’m looking community about the parade community’s construction, the trees. at turning the knobs on this of horribles that’s going to it wouldn’t have been built, “I think the last thing that Want your community event covered by the Voice? bill, I’m trying to make sure result, and it actually doesn’t and it’s possible that a good people really want to see is Call 410-647-9400 or that we’re not swapping out end up resulting,” Schomig portion of my community that anybody should be able email [email protected] trees for more cars.” said. “We have seen what members wouldn’t even live to preferentially pay their pay District 3 Councilman easy access to forest does in this county.” out of the obligation to try in this county. It has not Alderman Rob Savidge, to keep as many healthy, or lowered housing prices. It who serves on the Annapo- in good condition, trees up has not made traffic bet- lis City Council, noted the and living and being part of MID-ATLAnTIC ter. It has not improved the many options are available to the environmental infra- environment, and it has not developers. structure that we depend on,” DECk & FEnCE CO. improvedWashington DC;lwelch;Barstow the county & Sons coffers.” Heating and Cooling;B20680-442996;5.3942“Yes, if they pay x10.5-4c the (19Fa-Early) fee- Lacey said.

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By Haley Weisgerber Sierra gave birth to Tucker on “When we suffered the loss Teddies held its first staff September 26, 2017. Everyone of Tucker, it was so heart- appreciation day, providing After the loss of her son, believed Tucker to be in per- breaking and we didn’t know lip balm, bath bombs, lotions, Tucker, Sierra Mullen and fect health until his two-week how to go on,” said Michele. and other self-care items to her mother, Michele Mullen, checkup at the pediatrician, “We had to find a way to the UM BWMC staff. made it their mission to help when his doctor heard a channel our grief and to The first Tucker’s Teddies families experiencing loss. heart murmur. help others.” benefit dance will be held Tucker’s Teddies was estab- “They came to us and Michele, who is a respira- on November 2 at Michael’s lished in May to give teddy said, ‘Nine times out of 10 tory therapist at Univer- Eighth Avenue in Glen Burnie. bears to grieving families and a murmur is nothing, but sity of Maryland Baltimore “It feels like for so long inpatient children. Their ser- unfortunately, this time it is Washington Medical Center we were wondering what we vices will also include hospital something,” said Michele. (UM BWMC), said she heard wanted to do, but having staff appreciation, memory- Tucker was sent to Chil- a patient’s family member the bears and getting ready making crafts, and anything dren’s National Medical talk about how a teddy bear for our first fundraiser, it else these families may need Center in Washington, D.C., helped her deal with the makes the loss a lot easier,” during their hospital stays or where he stayed on and off un- loss of a child years before said Sierra. after a loss. til he passed away on January Tucker was born. Sierra Mullen (right) and her mother, Michele Mullen, Sierra and Michele plan to “We wanted to help other 7, 2018. He was only three and After Tucker passed away, established the nonprofit Tucker’s Teddies to comfort hold many more fundraisers, families who were dealing a half months old. Michele told this story on inpatient children and grieving families. staff appreciation days, and to with loss or inpatient children Many foundations helped a bereavement panel at give families the opportunity and the nurses who were tak- Sierra and Michele while Children’s National Medical side only when he was under- grandparents. to grieve within a supportive ing care of the babies in the Tucker was in the hospital, Center, and emphasized that going procedures. Both Sierra and Michele community. hospital,” said Sierra. but when he passed away, the no one should ever leave the Through the Maryland said the moment they started “People need to know After a healthy pregnancy, care stopped. hospital empty-handed. Nonprofit Association, designing the bears was when that they aren’t alone,” said “Later on, we got a call Michele and Sierra officially they realized their vision was Michele. “Grief and joy can from one of the palliative established Tucker’s Teddies, coming to life. coexist; you just have to find a care doctors and she said, and have been creating a com- Staff support is vital to both way to let that happen.” Yuletide Events ‘Everyone thinks this is such munity of support ever since. Sierra and Michele, as they Both Sierra and Michele are a great idea. We’ll only do it Sierra customized every de- saw the effect Tucker’s passing channeling their grief into joy if you guys will back it,’” said tail of the bears through The had on the hospital staff. by making sure that Tucker’s Michele. “That’s how Tucker’s Petting Zoo, a stuffed animal “The staff can’t help but memory lives on through this Teddies became a thing.” manufacturer in Hanover, get attached,” said Michele. nonprofit. It had all come full circle. Maryland. She designed a big “When the staff goes through “It is nice to know that When Tucker was in the hos- bear for families struggling loss after loss, it is so difficult Tucker’s name is going to pital, Sierra was sent a fruit with loss, and a smaller bear to deal with the emotion, continue to be said,” Michele basket with a stuffed bear. for children. The bigger bears no matter how professional noted. “Tucker lived; Tucker Sierra put the bear at the end will also be given to children they are.” continues to live on. It’s just in of Tucker’s bed, and it left his who have lost parents or On October 3, Tucker’s a different way.” St. John Outreach Team Spreads Generosity In Jamaica

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We were prepared Hokie Nation 59 walks on his way to earn- character, along the lines The Law Offices of The initial offer to replace to file suit for breach of con- Griswold joined Virginia ing first-team All-Atlantic 10 of an Earl Weaver or Billy David V. Diggs all of the Poldarks’ furniture, tract. Fortunately, litigation Tech’s baseball program in recognition again and honor- Martin,” Griswold said of appliances, clothing, jewelry, was avoided. Ultimately, the 1996, and he blossomed in his able mention All-America Hartman. “He taught me a lot valuables, mementos and Poldarks received an amount sophomore season when he honors. He again led the team about baseball.” Ross and Demelza Poldark other personal belongings more than triple the initial posted a .408 batting average, in on-base percentage (.489) Griswold departed Virginia — names and locations have was $30,000. Moreover, ZZZ offer from their insurer. the highest by a Virginia Tech and also in runs (67), but Tech as an All-American, a been changed to protect the Insurance hired a large Wash- The best news for our player in 22 seasons. That av- more importantly, guided the three-time all-conference innocent and as a nod to my ington D.C. law firm — Dew- clients was that they did erage still ranks as the ninth- Hokies to a 43-win campaign choice, and a two-time Atlan- favorite PBS series — suf- ey, Cheetum & Howe LLP — not owe us one-third of the best in school history. He also and another Atlantic 10 tic 10 all-tournament selec- fered a catastrophic fire loss to handle the claim on their amount they received. Many led the team with 69 RBIs, Conference championship. In tion. He shares the school to their waterfront home in behalf. The Poldarks received times, these sorts of cases are a .527 on-base percentage addition, the Hokies earned record for walks in a season Cornwall, Maryland on St. a six-page letter from the law handled on contingent fee and a .697 slugging percent- another NCAA regional bid (59 in 1999) and for putouts Patrick’s Day 2018. The blaze firm, outlining 16 categories bases, with the attorneys re- age. Those totals earned him that year. by an outfielder in a season started in the main fireplace of documentation they were ceiving a percentage of the re- honors as third-team NCAA Why was Griswold such a (170 in 1999), and he is one of flue and destroyed 90% of allegedly required to produce covery. However, we reduced Division 1 All-American, and successful collegiate player? just three players in program their home. Luckily, no one in order to receive reimburse- our hourly rate in deference he was nominated for the U.S. It started with his youth in history with more than 200 was home when the blaze lev- ment for lost belongings. The to our clients’ circumstances Olympic baseball team. Severna Park. RBI in his career, amassing eled the property. law firm was seeking credit as working individuals bat- Behind Griswold, the 203, which ranks third on the Following the fire, the card statements, receipts, tling a large corporation. Hokies won the Atlantic 10 A Sport Of Repetition program’s list. Poldarks, with their three income tax returns, photo- If you or a loved one is ne- Conference championship in The grandson of a short- He hit .354 for his career, children, were out of their graphs of lost property, and gotiating with a large insur- 1997 and earned an NCAA stop in the Detroit Tigers with 39 homers and the 203 home for 18 months as it was appraisals. ance company, you will have regional bid. Individual ac- organization, Griswold played RBI. Also, he was one of rebuilt. Their homeowners The Poldarks felt intimi- many questions. You should colades came as well, with baseball from an early age. the rare baseball players to insurance company, ZZZ dated by the process. Rather consult with an attorney who Griswold earning third-team “As a kid, I liked sports walk more than he struck Insurance, was reasonable than continuing to handle is familiar with this area of All-America honors after and had a natural attraction out, walking 161 times in his in dealing with temporary the claim on their own, they the law and who will assist the season. to the sport of baseball,” career compared to just 125 lodgings, replacement of the hired our law firm, and we you in making informed As a junior in 1998, Gris- Griswold said. strikeouts. home, and the two vehicles took over negotiations on decisions. wold hit .361, and shared the He had natural ability, but After his storied career lost in the conflagration. their behalf. If you need further team lead with nine homers, he credits American Legion at Virginia Tech, Griswold The Poldarks were greatly We assumed responsibility information regarding this while again leading the squad Post 175 Spartans coaches signed with the Baltimore inconvenienced during the 18 for all negotiations. We stud- subject, contact the Law Of- in RBI (65), slugging percent- Jim McCandless and Charlie Orioles and played two years months, but they were happy ied the complicated insur- fice of David V. Diggs LLC, age (.607) and on-base per- Becker for helping him hone in the minor leagues. to get back into their rebuilt ance contract. We gathered, located at 8684 Veterans centage (.483). He set a school those skills. “Although I wasn’t able to home after being away for so organized, and produced all Highway, Suite 204, in record with three grand “The time Jim and Charlie make it to the major leagues, long. ZZZ Insurance, howev- the requested documenta- Millersville, by calling slams in a season. Following put in was the greatest thing it was a dream of mine to play er, turned to an ironfisted ne- tion in a logical and useable 410-244-1189 or by email- the regular season, he was they gave me,” Griswold said. for the Orioles as soon as I gotiation stance when it came fashion. We dealt with the ing [email protected]. named the Atlantic 10 Player “We learned from them, the knew what they were,” Gris- sacrifice and dedication it wold said. “I wanted to play takes. Jim would throw bat- and retire as an Oriole after ting practice for three or four a long major league career. Lauren’s Law: Going To Court hours to develop our skills. Unfortunately, things didn’t Baseball is a sport of repeti- work out that way, but I’m received notification that my out my water bottle — which profession.” Gasps through- tion, so that was important to grateful I got to live a big part tags were expired. I received was awful because being out the room. Some Judge my development.” of that dream.” Lauren a ticket for $75, however, I be- pregnant makes a woman so Judy drama y’all. The judge Becker still keeps in touch Burke Meyer lieved I deserved the opportu- thirsty. Next, no food is al- was a middle-aged man who with Griswold, calling his for- Coming Full Circle nity to be notified at least one lowed in the court room. Are didn’t put up with that. He mer player one of the best he’s Griswold is an avid golfer time. So here I was, at court to you kidding me? The real kick- quickly and effortlessly put ever coached, a list that in- — he almost qualified for U.S. The irony of this article’s fight for justice. er was that people couldn’t the jerk in his place. For the cludes prolific switch-hitting Open in 2018 — and he has title is not lost on my visit to There wasn’t parking go to the bathroom while younger defendants (maybe first baseman Mark Teixeira, stayed involved in baseball the Annapolis District Court. available near the court, so waiting for their cases to be this can be a legal article after outfielder Mark Budzinski by volunteering as a hitting No, I’m not a lawyer, and I’m 36-week-pregnant me parked called because they’d run all) fighting their speeding and a few others. coach for the SPHS varsity not here to offer legal advice. across the street. There was the risk of missing it. At this tickets, he would impart les- “Matt was the kind of Falcons team for the last five I know where your mind is a possibility of getting a point, I needed to pee every sons like, “You think you’ll player you wanted,” Becker years, “Because it’s just fun.” headed next: is Lauren in parking ticket while fighting 30 minutes. The courtroom live forever, but you won’t. So, said. “He could hit, run, field, Reflecting on his career, he legal trouble? Also, no. another ticket. My memory was packed, and it was going slow down already.” I liked the and he was good on the bases. feels grateful for the opportu- Two years ago, I was pulled instantly flashed to a moment to be a long morning. No cell- judge and thought he was fair. In a way, he was like Nick nities he was offered, and he over. I can admit that I’m in college when I parked at a phones were allowed, and, not After my day in court, Markakis, who played for is humbled to be mentioned not the best driver, however, parking meter, saw a free Red my usual self, I forgot to bring everyone asked me: “Did the Orioles. When Markakis on the same list as so many I couldn’t think of why I was Bull car, and in all the excite- a book. I had a notebook, so you win?” That day, it wasn’t played, he didn’t jump out as great Virginia Tech athletes. being pulled over. I quickly ment of getting a free Red I started writing a few baby about winning or losing. It an amazing player, but you “When you’re able to learned that my registration Bull, forget to feed the meter. shower gift thank yous. Take was about standing up for look at his stats and realize he develop relationships and tags were two years out of The $1.99 I saved on a free en- that, judicial system! what I thought was unfair. could do everything well. succeed as a team, it doesn’t date. Oooops. ergy drink was not worth the As I awaited my turn, I The judge waived the ticket “When we played games at get any better,” Griswold This is 100% out of char- $13 ticket I received that day. listened to all the cases. One fee and then just made me 6:00pm, we would get there at said. “I was fortunate that acter for me. I never pay bills Anyway, back to my day at stood out when a jerk realtor pay for the court fees, sav- 4:00pm and he never com- baseball allowed me to late. 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SP Native Leads Eastern »»Continued from A1 fishbowl as I call it — Military Spotlight great to be a police officer they don’t typically have there,” explained Adams. a positive idea of us.” “I was glad to come back The goal is to create to where I grew up. You opportunities to have Severna Park Native Enjoys Leadership And take a little pride when positive and personal you work in an area that interactions with the you grew up in.” people they serve. “Warrior Ethos” Of The Marine Corps Whether it was city “It’s easy to think, ‘Oh streets or county patrols, there goes the police; the By Laura advertises high they did not meet until Adams honed his craft only time I see them is McElwain Colquhoun expectations of after graduation while at- following a simple prin- when they stop me for its junior officers tending the Marine Corps ciple, the Golden Rule. a ticket or tell me why Growing up in a family in leading Ma- Basic Officer Course in “The way I was raised I’m wrong,’” Adams said. with many veterans and rines, and I was Quantico, Virginia. Origi- is to always treat some- “I’m trying to [develop] active duty service mem- eager to accept nally from West Windsor, one the way you want to a relationship with the bers, combined with grow- the challenge.” New Jersey, David is also be treated,” he said. “I community. We know not ing up near the United Based out of based at Camp Lejeune. went from the inner city everyone likes the police, States Naval Academy Camp Lejeune He is platoon commander in Baltimore to Severna but if you see them in (USNA), Severna Park na- in North Caro- and company executive Park, but I treat people situations where there’s tive Madeline Zell Calves lina, Calves is a officer. The Calves mar- fairly and that’s just the no tension or a hectic was naturally drawn to communications ried at the USNA chapel in way I am as a person, and situation, they may real- military service. officer for an in- January 2018. that’s how I carry my- ize that, ‘Oh hey, that guy Calves graduated from fantry battalion Though she has served self as a policeman. I’ve or gal is OK.’” Severna Park High School and was recently all over the world, Mad- taken that through my Adams also encourages in 2011 and began her promoted to the eline Calves is drawn to her whole police career, and members of the com- tenure at USNA later rank of captain. roots in Severna Park. I’ve been pretty success- munity to be actively that year. Currently on “I had a great time ful with it.” involved. The second “My family sponsored deployment in growing up there and In July, Adams came Wednesday of the month, midshipmen, and when I Japan, she leads would love to settle down back to the Eastern the Eastern District hosts met one of ‘our mids,’ Jes- a platoon of more in Severna Park after the District, which includes the Police Community sica, I started to see USNA than 60 Marines. military,” she said. Severna Park, Arnold, Relations Council (PCRC). as a place I might like to “Since I am the Currently on deployment in Japan, Her parents continue to Pasadena and parts of “We can tell the com- attend too,” Calves said. only communica- Madeline Zell Calves leads a platoon live in Severna Park, and Glenn Burnie - now as the munity what’s going on in Though she originally tion officer in the of more than 60 Marines. her sister is a senior at commanding officer. the district. If they have thought she wanted to be battalion, I get to Severna Park High School. “As a captain, they put concerns they can bring a pilot in the Navy, Calves play a key role in making Previous to her current Her brothers also live in you where they need you,” them up to us directly,” changed her mind while at sure each mission has the role, Calves was a platoon the area. Madeline Calves he explained. “I worked said Adams. “I’d love to USNA due to her height. communication capabili- commander and company is proud to continue her in the chief’s office as a see more people coming “I chose to commission ties and support it needs,” operations officer. family’s legacy by serving captain; went to northern to those meetings.” into the Marine Corps she said. “I’ve learned a Calves is in a unique in the military. as a captain; then they If residents have con- at the beginning of my lot about radio frequen- position because is able to “I’m very glad I went asked me to come back to cerns for their communi- senior year because of the cies, antennas, satellites, serve in the Marine Corps to USNA and joined the eastern, and I was very ties, would like to see more leadership opportunities virtual networks, servers with her husband, David. Marine Corps,” she said. “If happy to come back. It’s police presence, or would and warrior ethos,” she and cybersecurity since Though they both attended I could go back in time, I like coming home again.” like an officer to speak at said. “The Marine Corps graduation.” USNA at the same time, wouldn’t change a thing.” Adams is now charged a community meeting, with leading a large, Adams wants people to diverse team that pro- know that all they have to vides everything from do is reach out. patrols to specialized The area will also see an SPCC Welcomes New Board Members units. His focus is being increased presence when in touch and active with “holiday patrols” start Four new members have for the board and staff. Severna Park Commu- with her husband, Tom Haun, the community, a priority in late November and joined the Severna Park Com- Lighthizer is the controller nity Center. She rejoined in Arnold. he imparts while coach- throughout December, munity Center (SPCC) board for Chesapeake Real Estate the board of directors after Joining a board made up of ing and mentoring the when shopping centers of directors, bringing with Group, a local commercial real years away from the center, a maximum of 16 volunteers, four platoons of officers, will have extra officers. them years of experience and estate company owned by her once again providing her these new members are a wel- who serve throughout the Adams is quick to point a desire to give back to the husband, Jim Lighthizer. The experience and expertise to comed addition to the center’s district 24 hours a day out that the police are community. Lighthizers live in Severna the community. Haun is a vision and mission: to serve and 365 days a year. not out to lock people up Dr. Diane Lebedeff, Park with their two children longtime supporter of the as the community gathering “As the captain here or chase people around. former member of the board and are enthusiastic fans of center, and also a regular place that enhances family at eastern, that’s what I They’re out and active to of directors, has rejoined the the center’s swim and basket- pickleball player, and charter life and individual develop- want to instill in these provide a positive pres- group after a year off. An ball programs. member of the center’s Pick- ment in a Christian environ- young officers,” he said. ence in the communities amazing supporter of the Artie Hendricks, owner leball Donor Club. Haun lives ment open to all. “I try to instill in them that they serve. center for many years, Leb- and president of operations to make contact with the “For Eastern [Dis- edeff helped to raise funds for for Landmark Roofing, has community, especially if trict], my goal — and the recently completed pool joined the board of directors you work the same area. I’ve only been here a dehumidification system re- with expertise not only in Warfield & Darrah, P.C. “You should know the couple of months — is to placements, and renovations roofing but also in facilities people in your post — really push community made to the dance studios a operations. Hendricks has good and bad — and it’s interaction,” he reiter- number of years ago. Lebedeff been a supporter of the Attorneys at Law important to get out, and ated. “We’re a part of the is a local podiatrist, and lives center for many years. An Robert W. Warfield ~Paula J. Darrah take time to talk to peo- community. I want our with her husband, Dr. Steve avid swimmer, he is a regular ple and get to know them. officers to reach out and Gersh, in Severna Park. at the main pool. Hendricks People feel that trust if be part of the commu- Jennifer Lighthizer has lives in Severna Park with his All Family Law Matters you’re interacting with nity; don’t just say you’re joined the board of directors wife, Dr. Missy Hendricks, them regularly. If you just part of the community with a strong background and their two children. Divorce ~ Property Division ~ Custody drive by in the car — the and ride by.” in finance and has quickly Patt Haun is a former Alimony ~ Child Support become an excellent resource executive director for the Protective Order Proceedings Litigation Appeals Contracts ~ Wills ~ Estates

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Kilmarnock Is Hidden Between Millersville And Severna Park Susan Gillespie By Judy Tacyn just sit and chat with someone us) and we have 1-acre lots, which bors we have.” Lifelong Resident who just needed someone there,” are hard to come by today. We also Linda is a past secretary and Anyone who has ever walked After growing up in Kilmar- Gillespie said. “I know when some border Kinder Park, so we have social committee member of the the entire loop at Kinder Farm nock, Susan Gillespie and her of my neighbors go out of town, active dog walkers, runners and homeowners association. Park knows there is a dead-end husband were presented with others will help out by looking bikers, and neighbors to visit with street that butts up to the park’s the opportunity to purchase her after their pets or gardens.” on their way to the park.” Gina Ubriaco path through the wooded area, childhood home from her parents. Gillespie is on the community And, as usually the case with Resident for 18 Years but where does that street lead? “My parents were the original association’s social committee, close-knit communities, Linda “My family moved to Kilmar- Kilmarnock in Millersville, homeowners,” Gillespie said. and her husband takes photos at loves her neighbors. nock in 1983 for my father to start that’s where! “I loved the idea of buying my community events. “We have wonderful neighbors, a new job,” said Gina Ubriaco. Nestled between Chartwell Golf childhood home, the home I the kind you can count on in an “I remember my mom saying & Country Club and Kinder Farm grew up in.” L inda & David Turner emergency or watch a pet in a that she wanted my sibling and Park, the secluded Kilmarnock One of the many reasons Residents for 31 Years pinch,” she said. “What is amaz- I to grow up in a neighborhood neighborhood in Millersville is why Gillespie loves Kilmarnock “David and I lived in Silver ing about this community is that where we could hop on our bikes an active family’s dream location. is that it’s a small community Spring, Maryland, then moved to the people who have moved even and take off for the day to play Homes are large and stately. Lots unknown to most people who Corning, New York, for a career come back to our social events with friends.” are at least an acre, some with live in Severna Park and Millers- change for David,” explained and they miss the camaraderie When choosing a neighbor- professionally designed hardscapes ville. Another reason is Benfield Linda Turner. “His previous man- we have developed here. We have hood for her young family, she and tall trees. A walking path Elementary School. ager and work colleagues had lived residents that grew up in this picked Kilmarnock. With her leads directly to Kinder Farm Park. “I attended Benfield Elementary in Severna Park, and we liked the neighborhood who made the parents still in the community, Families can easily walk to Green School and made some lifelong area. So when we moved back to decision to move their families to Ubriaco bought a house next to Hornets sporting events at the friends there,” Gillespie said. Maryland, we looked for a home Kilmarnock 30-plus years later.” her brother. Another sibling lives Kinder sports complex. “Now my son is in first grade in Anne Arundel County.” Linda recalled a time when in Timonium. The community holds four major there, and so far he loves it.” The housing market was boom- her daughter was just 4 years old “I wanted my children to be events, two for adults and two Naturally, Gillespie would rec- ing in Severna Park in 1987, with when she fell out of her bedroom close to family,” said Ubriaco. “It’s for families. Around St. Patrick’s ommend Kilmarnock to friends few resale homes on the market, window onto the deck below. a great place to grow up. Tons of Day, they hold a wine-tasting hoping to move to the area, and those were selling quickly. “Maryland State Police landed kids, next to the Kinder Farm party. At Easter, Jill and Tom especially if they were looking for David and Linda heard that a helicopter in Kinder Farm Park Park and bike loop.” Grupski open their yard for an large homes on larger lots with Kilmarnock was adding a new and medevaced our daughter to Ubriaco also notes that the Easter egg hunt for the children neighbors who are “fun to hang section to the community and Johns Hopkins Pediatric Emer- location of Kilmarnock is great. of the community. In the summer, out with.” She also said it’s fun they purchased the “builder spec” gency in Baltimore,” said Linda. “I “I can go out one entrance to the Grupskis also host a com- to know she’s not the only kid home, which they were able to get was working in Pittsburg, and my easily get to Severna Park or I can munity pool party. A fall festival who grew up in Kilmarnock and into in just 60 days. neighbors jumped into action to go out the second entrance to get just before Halloween is held for decided to return or stay in the “Kilmarnock is a relatively retrieve me from the airport and to Pasadena and major highways families, and the kids get to wear neighborhood as an adult. small community compared to rushed me to the hospital, while like 10, 100, and 97.” their costumes, enjoy a bouncy “Growing up, I remember one those around us, like Shipley’s another neighbor babysat my son. Some of Gina’s neighbors are house, games and a big bonfire. In neighbor, who was a nurse, would Choice and Chartwell,” added My daughter was fine, and I knew the same ones she had growing December, there is an adult-only come over and help out just to Linda. “We have a mix of Mary- then that I could replace this up. 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Every already organized around stripped from the budget the end of year forward without talented, major success has been issues, we meet with them, s we prepare for the as we look to increase test Wone, and we’ve hardworking people who backed up by engaged listen to them, and en- upcoming legislative scores and outcomes. made good progress. share a vision. We also residents. People came courage them. It was the Asession, during which Multiple studies con- Our first budget passed came in at the right time, out in huge numbers to 500-person rally organized education will be a large firm that the arts prepare largely intact with long- with the right message. advocate for smart invest- by Anne Arundel Connect- component of our agenda, students to learn, increase overdue investments in People are fed up with ments at our seven budget ing Together (ACT) that I thought it appropriate to test scores, reduce the im- education, public safety, traffic and overcrowded town halls, and again at provided the springboard return to my wheelhouse pact of stress and trauma, and the environment, and schools, and they are ready county council hearings. to success for our housing and take a deep dive into and increase synoptic we did it while keeping our to do something about We also held two town initiatives. the essential nature of arts responses. These studies taxes in the bottom quar- it. They want local gov- halls on 287(g); a town It’s a lot of work to in education. also confirm that these ter of Maryland counties. ernment to step up and hall on land-use planning; govern this way. My staff For those who don’t programs teach students to We finally confronted do its job. a town hall to introduce spends a lot of evenings know, I have spent two de- approach problem-solving our affordable housing I can’t leave out the leg- our new planning officer; a at community meetings, cades working in arts non- from a big picture point of crisis, with a workforce islative body that actually town hall to introduce our and so do I. But it’s the profits, and three decades view: to start from the end housing and a fair housing passes the bills. We have health officer and health only way I’m comfortable working in theater. I taught and work backward, to have bill. We ended the divisive a smart and hardworking and human services dep- operating in this job, and in the Performing and a vision of what one wishes 287(g) immigrant screen- county council that gets uty CAO; a North County it seems to be working. Visual Arts (PVA) program to achieve, and to make dis- ing program, and we let the job done. public safety town hall; a Therefore, I’ll repeat at Bates Middle School coveries and adjustments developers know that land But there is something forest conservation town what I said in my inaugu- and Brooklyn Park Middle along the way. use decisions will be made else happening, and hall; and most recently, a ral address: School. I have seen first- As we look to our early not based on who you I think it’s what re- town hall on the redevel- If you want a voice in hand the transformative education, we must ensure know and whose campaign ally counts. We are en- opment of Laurel Park. this government, you don’t and essential nature of arts we expand our early music you fund, but on consis- gaging people in what we When we weren’t or- get it by who you know, integration in education. As and visual arts education. tent enforcement of our are doing. ganizing town halls, we or how much money is in we begin the hard work to As we work to ensure we county code. And, we are I’ve spent most of my were engaging residents your bank account. You make our education system have adequate behavioral on the verge of a transi- adult life working to em- through new and reju- get it by building com- competitive not only na- health resources for our tion from being the state’s power people through or- venated task forces and munity ... my advice is to tionally but globally, I think at risk middle school leader in development- ganizing — from my com- commissions. We created a organize. Find others with it is important to return population, we need to driven forest removal, munity organizing days in community-based citizens the same concerns. Bring to the basics. Not reading, ensure they have theater to the leader in forest Chicago and Des Moines, advisory commission for them together and speak writing and arithmetic, but and dance programs that conservation. to my work on behalf of land use; a citizens envi- up. That’s how you create music, dance, theater and will help train them to Lots of other work has farmers, to my efforts ronmental commission; a community and that’s how visual arts. communicate. been done and much is in to secure the futures of gun violence prevention you get heard. When I taught for the As we expand our career progress, but an impor- ex-racehorses. Every suc- task force; a mental health So I’ll see you at the PVA program, I developed a readiness training, we tant question to ponder cess came from the power task force with the Board next meeting! curriculum called “Cultivat- need to focus on STEAM, ing Kindness through The- not STEM programs, so we atre Arts,” which utilized are preparing our young theater games to teach people to think critically, to Impeachment – High Crimes And Misdemeanors empathy, communication, expand their imagination teambuilding, and critical beyond the confines of the to try all impeachments; impeachment against him. Article II’s “high crimes and analytical thinking. text, and to visualize, com- Michael that the chief justice of (Governor Hogan’s father, and misdemeanors,” which I taught theater the way I municate, and fully realize Malone the United State presides Lawrence J. Hogan Sr., remains undefined in the wish I’d been taught the- their vision, in whatever Delegate when the president is tried; then the congressman from Constitution. Commenta- ater, not as a skill in itself, field they pursue. District 33 that conviction must be Maryland’s fifth district, tors have defined it as how but as a set of transferable Arts and science both by a two-thirds majority; was the only Republican to the Framers would have in skills that translated to any teach us how to fail, how uch rhetoric has and that judgment extends vote for all three articles the context of prevailing other field. to recover, and that each been bandied only to removal from, and of impeachment, but again English and American law Arts must be part of a failure is informational. Mabout recently disqualification to hold I digress.) in the 1780’s, or even what- comprehensive education They work not in opposi- about presidential im- future, office. The House of Representa- ever George Washington if we wish to be competi- tion, but in synchronicity. peachment. (Fans of To put the presidential tives has brought impeach- would not have done. Then- tive. During Arts Day last Art and architecture, art courtroom drama likely impeachment process in ment proceedings against representative Gerald Ford year, I gave an impromptu and engineering, and dare I know that impeachment the more familiar context only 19 people - including cynically quipped in 1970 20-minute talk on how to say it, art and politics. also can mean questioning of a trial: the House of Johnson and Clinton - in during an investigation a witness’s veracity, but Representatives acts like 230 years, on charges of Supreme Court Justice I digress.) a grand jury, conduct- ranging from bribery to Douglas, “[a]n impeach- At its heart, impeach- ing an investigation and perjury to favoritism in able offense is whatever a More Oysters, ment is a constitution- determining whether to appointments. Of those majority of the House of al process. bring articles of impeach- 19, eight were found guilty, Representatives considers “The president, vice presi- ment. The Senate tries the seven were acquitted, three it to be at a given moment Less Taxes And dent, and all civil officers case and determines the resigned before trial, and in history.” We are unlikely of the United States shall outcome like a jury, with the Senate expelled one, a to receive much official be removed from office on the chief justice presiding senator, in 1797 before trial. guidance from the Supreme A Better Bay! impeachment for, and con- like a judge. Of the seven acquittals, one Court because, in 1993 in viction of, treason, bribery, Little case law exists to was Samuel Chase, one of U.S. vs. Nixon, an impeach- Partnership through shell or other high crimes and flesh out these constitu- Maryland’s four signers of ment case unrelated to Peter Franchot recycling. misdemeanors.” So says Ar- tional bones. Constitution- the Declaration of Indepen- the former president, the Comptroller of Many more delicious eat- ticle II, Section 4 of the U.S. al scholars like Alan Der- dence and the only Su- Supreme Court determined Maryland eries from Millersville to An- Constitution. Article III, showitz and Laurence Tribe preme Court Justice to be that it lacks the power to napolis partner in this criti- Section 2(3) defines trea- have written entire books impeached. Justice Chase’s review the Senate’s im- cal recycling alliance as well. son as “consist[ing] only on the subject, and tomes impeachment shows how peachment proceedings. Visit www.oysterrecovery.org of levying war against [the by lesser-known authors what should be a constitu- Whatever one thinks hile Swedish teen- to see all the locations doing United States] or in adher- are flooding bookshelves. tional process can become a about the process, one age climate activist their part to bolster oyster ing to their enemies, giving History provides few exam- political one. Jeffersonians, thing remains clear: im- WGreta Thunberg restoration efforts. them aid and comfort.” ples. Only two presidents, alarmed at how Federal- peachment, designed both inspires youth from around The shells collected from Article I, which delineates Andrew Johnson in 1868 ist judges like Chase had to be a check on the presi- the world to solve the these partners are sent to the powers and scope of the and Bill Clinton in 1998, claimed and used power dent’s power and a path for environmental crisis, right an environmental research legislature, provides at Sec- were actually impeached, through judicial review of removal short of assassina- here in Severna Park, we can lab and oyster hatchery on tion 2(5), that the House of and neither was convicted. legislation to determine tion when voting a presi- do our part to restore clean Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Representatives shall have Richard Nixon was not im- constitutionality, sought dent out, can be a divisive, water just by eating oysters! where they are cured, the sole power of impeach- peached - he resigned after to remove them for parti- yet powerful weapon not Well, more accurately, by power-washed, and put to ment, and at Section 3(6) the House of Representa- san reasons. to be wielded lightly. Our recycling the oyster shells. work as settling material for and (7) provides that the tives’ judiciary commit- Much of the dispute integrity and unity as a na- Once the Chesapeake’s the billions of oyster larvae Senate has the sole power tee authorized articles of surrounds the meaning of tion hangs in the balance. most plentiful fishery, the that are planted to replen- oyster population has been ish reefs in the Chesapeake shellacked by overharvest- Bay and its tributaries. Just ing, disease and degraded one adult oyster can filter as Sherriff’s Office Continues To Evolve water-quality conditions. much as 50 gallons of water Oysters have been overhar- a day. This is vital compo- maximize our ability to Arundel County to provide ing our numbers is neces- vested, resulting in dreadful nent to ensuring a cleaner, efficiently serve court or- a grant for another canine sary for growth, citizen en- water quality grades and a safer bay. Jim Fredericks ders, periodically increase member of the sheriff’s gagement, and the overall suffering economy. Captain The Office of the Comp- County Sheriff courthouse staffing for office. This will allow us safety of our communities. John Smith, the first English troller is committed to doing critical trials, such as the to reach our goal to have If you have not seen “On explorer to sail the Chesa- what we can to help restore Capital Gazette shooting three canine teams work- the Lookout with Sheriff peake Bay, experienced the oyster population. en months into my case, and to serve a greater ing with deputies in the Jim Fredericks,” the local great difficulty navigating Maryland’s Oyster Shell term as sheriff, I number of warrants every field, and three canine cable television show high- as he noted the oysters laid Recycling Tax Credit allows Tam very happy with month. The reorganization teams protecting the citi- lighting wanted persons “thick as stones.” Today, the an individual or corpora- progress made in the sher- certainly gets the agency, zens and employees of the throughout the county, opposite is true, and, as the tion to claim an income tax iff’s office, and we continue and citizens, more for their Circuit Court. check your cable listings Shell Recycling Alliance sug- credit of $5 per bushel of to move the agency for- tax dollars. During November, the to find the Anne Arundel gests, it is our duty to shuck recycled oyster shells, for a ward toward even great- In addition to restruc- sheriff’s office will have a County government chan- responsibly. credit up to $1,500. To claim er success. turing, I plan to expand number of promotions and nels. The show features In 1980, the total dockside the credit, you must receive Over several months, I’ve the canine capabilities an annual award ceremony dozens of persons wanted value of the Chesapeake certification from the Mary- requested and reviewed of the agency to further to recognize outstanding for criminal, traffic and oyster harvest was $29.3 land Department of Natural multiple assessments of protect our deputies and achievement by the dedi- child support offenses. million; in 2001, it was $4.3 Resources. By simply collect- strengths, weaknesses citizens. Through social cated men and women of Many people have called million — more than an ing the shells and returning and capabilities within the media, many of you have the agency. We can achieve the tip line to help depu- 85% decline. Maryland has a them to a designated site, sheriff’s office. At the end already met our new dog, even more if I can success- ties find subjects seen on history steeped in boating, you could help grow more of October, the agency un- Bodi, who was recently fully obtain new positions the show. If you know the swimming and fishing with oysters, pay less taxes, and derwent a reorganization acquired from the Rock- in the next budget cycle. whereabouts of a per- a responsibility to restore promote a better bay! of field operations, which ville Police Department. Thankfully, the sheriff’s son with a warrant, you not only the environment To learn more about the handles processing of war- In October, the Nam office added two new can leave an anonymous but also the economy that Oyster Shell Recycling Tax rants, domestic violence Knights Motorcycle Club, deputy positions in the tip at 410-566-5688 or depends upon it. Credit, visit www.mary- orders, civil process, and an organization dedicated recent budget process, but 410-LOOKOUT. Small Maryland busi- landtaxes.gov. child support enforcement. to providing canines to fell short of the number Please continue to fol- nesses are doing their part. Oyster season is now Primarily, this reorgani- wounded veterans and first needed. Your sheriff’s low us on social media, In Severna Park, Brian Boru underway — enjoy shucking zation concentrates the responders, made a sizable office is one of only a few through our website, and Irish Restaurant and Cafe responsibly while support- greatest number of depu- donation to the Commu- agencies that operates at of course, through articles Mezzanotte participate ing our wonderful, locally- ties during peak times to nity Foundation of Anne near full staffing. Expand- like this one. in the Oyster Recovery owned restaurants! A10 November 1, 2019 Severna Park voice Opportunities And Choices Letter To The Editor Dana One such option is enrolling ing engagements, mentor- ploration Program, where they Schallheim in programs offered at the ing programs, open-house get a chance to learn about Board of Centers of Applied Technology demonstrations, Skills USA four areas of interest for one Support Those Education (CAT). Severna Park and the competitions, and job-shadow- semester. These classes occur Who Serve Us District 5 Broadneck peninsula are both ing experiences. Additionally, either before second period I am not often motivated in the CAT-South feeder. the business community also at their home school or after to respond to an article, but he high school landscape The business and commu- donated $62,933 in materials, school. During the 10th and the one about the Earleigh today does not resemble nity partnerships cultivated equipment and scholarship 11th grade years, students fol- Heights Volunteer Fire Twhat it did when I was by CAT-North and CAT-South funds. Incredible! low their chosen path of study, Company being turned going through in the early/mid are simply incredible and truly Workshops are kitted building toward internships or down to improve their abil- ‘90s in Southern California. a win-win. Students get edu- with tools and equipment to work-based study during the ity to serve the community My high school offered gen- cated by experts in their field provide a stellar career and 12th grade. really stuck in my craw! eral and advanced placement of study, and business partners technology education, setting CAT-North and CAT-South As someone who has courses, and students were have the opportunity to hire up our students to pursue each offer students roughly 20 enjoyed this world’s generally expected to attend a students, some of whom their college and career dreams programs of study within eight resources and the need to four-year college upon gradua- they’ve taught themselves in high-wage, high-skill and career clusters: arts media protect our land and water, tion. There were no choices in in the classroom or taken on high-demand occupations. In and communications; con- I appreciate the efforts of going to call the Magothy terms of programs of study or as interns. some cases, students graduate struction and development; the Magothy River Associa- River Association! How the four-year college path ev- This symbiotic relationship not only with a high school consumer services, hospitality tion. I have been a Severna is it we can find a way to eryone was expected to follow, with the business commu- diploma but also with college and tourism; environmen- Park resident since 1991. My squeeze more homes in at least not at my school. nity is the key to the centers’ credits and certifications in tal agriculture and natural wife has lived here since the Severna Park (homes or Fast forward 25 years and success. According to the their field of study. Associated resources; health and biosci- mid ‘70s. I have watched the their occupants that may 2,638 miles later, and the CAT-North website, last year certifications can be earned in ences; information technology; community grow so much eventually require emergen- landscape in Anne Arundel business partners donated IT systems, plumbing, welding, manufacturing engineering since then. It seems that cy services) but not give the County is quite different. their time valued at $574,927 electricity, masonry, HVAC, and technology; and transpor- there is always another sub- members of our community Our students have choices. supporting students and culinary arts, cosmetology, tation technology. division or group of homes that don turnout gear and/ Magnets, signature programs, teachers by participating in graphic design, and others. For more information about everywhere you turn here. or our EMT’s the leeway and internships give our stu- student mock interviews, the Students commonly enter the fabulous programs offered I’m no NIMBY (Not In to serve us? dents a plethora of options for work-study program, business the program in the ninth or at our CATs, visit www.cat- My Back Yard), but if I need David Giordano both middle and high school. advisory boards, guest-speak- 10th grades in the Career Ex- north.org or www.catsouth.org. emergency services, I’m not Severna Park Victim Witness Advocates: Silent Strength — leads each case to court, as pre-trial meetings with violence, assaults, impaired witness advocate program and social assistance. Anne Colt he or she does so with the prosecutors and the logis- driving, and other misde- and provided our office with Additionally, the victim- Leitess support of a case manager, tics of appearing in court meanor matters are heard. the funding for the addition witness advocates connect State’s Attorney paralegals and clerks, and to testify. Advocates serve as the first of a district court advocate to victims to various financial their right-hand partner, Also, they find and recom- point of contact for victims handle these other impor- resources such as the Crimi- the victim-witness advo- mend counseling services and witnesses and typi- tant cases. nal Injuries Compensation The year 2019 marks the cate. Advocates know the for adults and children, as- cally help gather important In the circuit court, 10 Board (CICB) and the Victim’s 40th anniversary of the direct impact that damaged sist with filling out victim evidence from them, such as advocates are assigned to Fund, which is comprised of creation of the Victim-Wit- property, medical bills, or notification and compensa- medical records, photographs assist victims and witnesses money donated to the Anne ness Services division in the lost wages have on a person’s tion forms, and provide a and financial documents in more serious felony cases. Arundel County community Office of the State’s Attorney life. Advocates are trained to compassionate and caring for court. Cases in the circuit court for the sole purpose of aiding for Anne Arundel County. help a victim cope with the presence throughout the Historically, the sheer include burglary, robbery, crime victims who have no The idea that victims and untimely and tragic loss of proceedings. In some cases, number of criminal cases in felony assault, child abuse, other means to replace or witnesses shouldn’t have to a loved one from homicide they help a victim or witness the district court resulted sexual assault and homicides. repair damages that are a di- navigate the legal process on and vehicular crashes. They with safety planning and in victim-witness advocates These cases often involve rect result of a crime — think their own began modestly, understand that innocent relocation following a serious having to limit their services significant financial loss and broken windows, damaged with just one employee hired people may become over- criminal event. to assisting mainly victims of damage to property, costly cars and other property. in 1979. Now, 17 profes- whelmed by the judicial pro- The Office of the State’s domestic violence. However, medical bills and the need While each day is differ- sionals divided among the cess, and they offer guidance Attorney prosecutes cases in since July 2019, I have been for referrals for trauma and ent — and some challenges three courthouses in the for those who are unfamiliar three locations: Glen Burnie able to expand their services survivor counseling. All of greater than others — each county serve as a voice for with the workings of court and Annapolis district courts to also include the victims our victim-witness advocates victim-witness advocate victims and witnesses in the proceedings. Advocates and in the Annapolis Circuit of serious traffic offenses, provide referrals to commu- remains committed to as- courtroom. provide information and Court. Seven advocates serve thefts and non-domestic vio- nity resources for housing, fi- sisting our county’s citizens While the prosecutor — an support — procedurally and citizens in the district courts lence assaults. I am grateful nancial aid, safety planning, throughout the course of assistant state’s attorney personally — in matters such where cases such as domestic that our county council saw restitution information, com- a criminal case every step the importance of the victim- munity education, and legal of the way. Th e Arnold Offi ce of

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Cmake their way to all part of the evolution will be looking to do more Written by Lauren Burke “Lacrosse does not have Shooters Bar & Grill for of the venue, and he plans live entertainment includ- Meyer and illustrated by Al a cookie-cutter body type,” the open mic comedy night to continue trying new ing a karaoke night.” Margolis, the story follows Meyer said. on November 9 at 7:00pm. entertainment options to Most people have two or a young girl named Charlie The inspirational songs From D.C. and Balti- draw more patrons. three friends who think as she begins her journey taught in the book come more, to Ellicott City and “We are looking to renew they’re funny, and Low- with lacrosse. from the organization STEP Severna Park, comedians the image at Shooters as man said this is a perfect The reader can learn UP Lacrosse, a charity for will entertain the crowd we rebrand fully in the opportunity for them which Meyer volunteers. The while competing for a cash near future,” explained to prove it. But if you’re organization was founded in prize. The winner will be Sparkman, “moving from scared, “just come and 2010 by Becky Clipp Cassilly crowned based on audi- watch,” Lowman added. and Jenny Vela. Their mis- ence votes. “Sign up to go at the end; sion is to help underprivi- Chris Lowman is orga- it’s a lot of fun, there’s not leged youth to learn lacrosse nizing and emceeing the a lot of comedy opportuni- from the most elite players, open mic comedy nights at ties in the area.” including Division I athletes Shooters, and he encour- The next open mic and college coaches. STEP ages everyone - whether comedy night at Shooters UP Lacrosse also provides you’re a comedian, an ama- is November 9 at 7:00pm. free clinics and holds camps teur, or just like to laugh The following month’s for children. Meyer plans - to come out for a good event will be on December to donate a portion of her time and to support local 7. Anyone interested in proceeds to the charity. comics, which can be a rare signing up is encouraged Meyer has been playing opportunity locally. to send a message to Low- lacrosse since she was 10 “To see live comedy is man from his website at years old and went on to just not something that www.triviadude.com. become a Division l player you find in Anne Arundel Shooters is open from in college at Pennsylvania County a lot,” said Low- 11:00am-2:00am ev- State University. Now she man, who also hosts ery day. To learn more coaches lacrosse and helps weekly trivia in venues about Shooters, swing children to learn the game. around the area. by 904 Ritchie Highway Meyer and daughter Charlotte recently celebrated the Her years of lacrosse in- In May, John Sparkman in Severna Park or call release of “Charlie STEPs UP to Lacrosse.” »»Continued on A13 took over Shooters and has 410-544-4669. Meet The Artist Behind Joseph’s Dreamcoat By Megan Ruge coat of many colors is exactly what was Aused in Woods Memo- rial Presbyterian Church’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream- coat” from October 3-6. “Zombieland: Double Tap” Is Twice The coat contained an array of colors and patterns, and caught the attention of many As Much Fun As Most Sequels of the show’s patrons. When Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment the artis- In a world full of tired reboots, this sequel manages to revive the magic of the original and bring in fresh faces tic team without spoiling what has become revered as a near-perfect classic. at Woods decided By Audrey Ruppert ema. It merely exists to be ball gets rolling, the same appearance as a cast-iron to put on 90 minutes of breathless chemistry that made the fighter who has a love for a produc- ombieland: Double escapism, and it serves its gang so compelling in the … Elvis? More characters tion of Tap” takes us back function well. first place comes back, and are introduced as well, but “Joseph “Zto 2009, when its Director Ruben Fleischer not a second goes by with- to describe them would be Phyllis Hatcher and the predecessor debuted, and it is brings a wry, witty self- out some wisecrack or riff spoiler-inducing. None- Amaz- finally an example of nostal- awareness to the film, between this odd, but en- theless, the new faces are ing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” gia done right. In a world full and makes delightful use dearing, cast of characters. a welcome addition and they asked member Phyllis of tired reboots, this sequel of on-screen text and We are also presented nobody feels expendable. Hatcher to design the coat. A manages to revive the other gimmicks to bring on with new characters, If you haven’t seen the quilt appraiser and a costume The coat took two weeks to magic of the original and the laughs. including a seemingly first film, I wouldn’t sweat veteran, Hatcher knew her design and six weeks to sew. bring in fresh faces without I will say that the exposi- ditzy — but perhaps it — “Zombieland: Double way around a sewing ma- spoiling what has become tion is a bit long — prob- unintentionally bril- Tap” is funny enough to chine. But when she started come out in something that’s revered as a near-perfect ably because it’s been 10 liant — girl named Madi- stand on its own, even if it the project, she had no idea tacky and dull,” Hatcher said. cult classic. years since “Zombieland” son (Zoey Deutch), who is somewhat forgettable. just how intricate and elegant But when the design came I recommend showing up premiered, and some of the Columbus found hiding Make sure to stay for the the coat would be. together, her granddaugh- on time, because “Double audience will have inevi- in a mall fridge. Rosario end credits to see an out- Hatcher started the project ter had worried it might Tap” begins the gags right tably not seen it. Once the Dawson also makes an standing cameo. by closely examining a song be too much. from the opening credits. from the production titled “My youngest granddaugh- In the decade since “Zom- “Joseph’s Coat.” In the song, ter said, ‘Grandma, I just bieland,” the gang has tak- the coat is described as want to say – with all those en residence in the White long and elegant, with long colors – there’s a 40 to 50% House, which is evidently CTA Opens 61st sleeves. After looking to the chance it could be tacky,’” safe from zombies. But song for inspiration, Hatcher Hatcher said. this domestic bliss is not watched live versions of the This thought stuck in her to last. Little Rock (Abi- Season With “Tarzan” show online. Finally, she sat mind as she went along, but gail Breslin) begins to feel The King Of The down with the show’s direc- she soon realized it wouldn’t stifled by the overbearing tor, David Merrill; the head be tacky at all. Hatcher Tallahassee (Woody Har- Apes Swings To of costumes for the show, started the design with a relson) and has an urge to Susan Bohlman; and the ac- 90-inch tablecloth and a leave the nest. Meanwhile, Children’s Theatre tor who played Joseph, Drew giant cardboard triangle for Wichita (Emma Stone) is Of Annapolis In Sharp, to hear their ideas pattern. She then cut large alarmed by how serious her for the coat. triangles in fabrics of each relationship with Colum- This Adaptation Of “There are women in our color of the rainbow. The fin- bus (Jesse Eisenberg) has The Disney Film church who went on an ished tablecloth looked like a become. When Little Rock African mission to Ma- brilliant color wheel. Hatcher runs off to find others lawi and they deliberately then lined each fabric triangle her own age, the other hildren’s Theatre brought back the fabrics from with different panels of the three chase her in order to of Annapolis (CTA) Malawi to use in the coat,” African fabric. Finally, to ensure her safety in a land Cwill kick off its 61st Hatcher said. finish it off, she cut a hole for filled with zombies. season with “Tarzan,” Bohlman was one of those the waist, and suddenly the Some critics complained based on Disney’s epic women, and she passed the tablecloth became the skirt of that while “Zombieland” animated musical adven- Photo courtesy of Andrew Wilson fabric to Hatcher, along with a dream coat. The torso was was original, “Double Tap” ture, and featuring music Ronan O’Toole plays Kerchak and Annabelle Cotton portrays her ideas of what the coat a tan-colored fabric, with the was exactly what audi- by Phil Collins. Kala in “Tarzan.” O’Toole is a senior at North County High should be. African fabric lining a strip ences expected, but I think The production runs School, and Cotton is a senior at Severna Park High School. Hatcher also received of downward-facing arrows that is precisely the point. from November 1-17 at inspiration for the design on each arm, also in the color Neither of the films took CTA’s theater, located at father, Tarzan enjoys a emotion, as he discovers from Merrill’s vision for the wheel pattern. themselves seriously at 1661 Bay Head Road in life mostly full of monkey his animal upbringing show and Sharp’s knowledge “These triangles are a quilt- all, and that was the magic Annapolis. business until a human clashing with his human of both the Broadway and ing technique,” Hatcher said. of them. “Double Tap” is Washed up on the shores expedition treks into his instincts. London versions of the play. “You actually sew them on aware it is an outdated of West Africa, an infant tribe’s territory, and he CTA’s production fea- At first, Hatcher was wor- paper … at the end, you sew sequel that’s come five boy is taken in and raised encounters creatures like tures 28 local teenagers, ried that the coat wouldn’t be all the papers together, and years after the zombie by gorillas, who name him himself for the first time. who attend various middle enough and wouldn’t make then rip all the papers off.” craze, and it lampoons Tarzan. While striving for Tarzan struggles to navi- and high schools, includ- sense for the story. While making the coat, itself. It’s not attempting acceptance from his ape gate a jungle, thick with »»Continued on A12 “The brothers are so jeal- Hatcher worried about ruin- to be groundbreaking cin- ous, you don’t want the guy to »»Continued on A13 A12 November 1, 2019 Severna Park voice Dining Out Your Taste Buds Will Sing “That’s Amore” At Bella Napoli

The caprese salad was generously portioned, with the mozzarella made in-house.

was perfect, boasting the dish. The large chunk of dessert feel almost sinful. creamy decadence of the chicken was juicy and If you’re a serious coffee Maryland classic without coated with a light layer of lover, you will want to the congealed fattiness crispy, fried breading. I’m order this. If not, it may that creeps into many usually cautious of fried be a little overwhelm- local cream-based soups. chicken dishes, because ing for you. Thankfully, Spiced right, each bite many that I’ve tried are I’m a serious coffee lover Photos by Mary Cobbler was filled with substan- overcooked or breaded so (and my lunch partner is The shrimp scampi was nothing short of fantastico! Plump gulf tial chunks of flavorful heavily that it feels more a serious Kahlua lover), shrimp were nestled in a large bowl of linguine, and tossed in a crab meat. like I’m eating a funnel so we scraped the bowl flavorful sauce made of garlic, butter, lemon and wine. From there, we moved cake than an Italian dish. nearly clean. on to entrees, which ar- This was not the case with The meal cost around By Mary Cobbler the walls, and classic rived quickly and were Try the chicken parmigiana. Bella Napoli’s version of $70 for two iced teas, soup, songs by Frank Sina- served hot. I enjoyed the The indulgent taste of the the Italian favorite. The an appetizer, two entrees, ella Napoli serves tra played softly in the shrimp scampi, and my chicken was incredibly indulgent taste of the two coffees and a dessert. great food at rea- background. friend got the chicken satisfying and buried under a fried chicken was incred- I have to make special Bsonable prices in a My friend and I started parmigiana. thick, bubbly layer of cheese. ibly satisfying, buried mention of our waiter, comfortable atmosphere. off with the caprese salad The shrimp scampi was under a thick, bubbly layer Chris. He is the epitome Tucked away in a shop- appetizer and a bowl of nothing short of fantas- sauce made of garlic, of cheese. The chicken sat of a smooth and charm- ping center at 350 Moun- Bella Napoli’s cream of tico! Plump gulf shrimp butter, lemon and wine. atop a bed of spaghetti ing waiter. He was not tain Road, near Food Lion crab soup, which has won Strong garlic undertones noodles and marinara. only efficient, balancing and Dollar Tree, this Ital- several awards during the paired with acidic lemon The spaghetti was pretty multiple tables with ap- ian gem has some of the Lake Shore-Severna Park notes to make my taste standard, nothing to write parent ease, but his warm best pasta and seafood in Rotary Club’s crab soup buds sing (not sure what home about, but I had no smile, gregarious person- the Pasadena area. cook-off. The caprese salad they were singing, but real complaints. It paired ality, and helpful menu I enjoyed lunch with was generously portioned it was probably some- well with the chicken. suggestions made us feel a friend on a Tuesday and fresh. The mozza- thing Italian). This was We ended our meal with right at home. afternoon. The restaurant rella is made in-house, the my favorite dish of the homemade tiramisu and Next time you’re in the was fairly busy around tomatoes were juicy and afternoon, and what I coffees. The tiramisu was mood for Italian, make 1:00pm, but the hostess crunchy, and the basil was will probably order when unique. The classic lay- the trip to Bella Napoli. seated us quickly, and the fresh and flavorful. The — not if — I visit Bella ered dessert had a strong You’ll be glad you did, server, Chris, brought whole thing was drizzled Napoli again. coffee flavor, accom- and I guarantee when us warm, homemade with olive oil and spices. The chicken parmigiana panied by Kahlua that you taste the pasta, pizza bread and stayed on top It’s the kind of savory A classic dessert, the was everything you would added a deeper flavor or seafood, you’ll walk of drink refills through- appetizer that teases your tiramisu had a strong hope for in the classic dimension, and made the away singing. out our meal. taste buds but does not coffee flavor, accompanied The owners have put a leave you feeling overly by Kahlua that added a lot of effort into making stuffed before the en- deeper dimension. the restaurant feel like a tree comes. CTA Opens 61st Season With “Tarzan” tiny piece of Italy right The cream of crab soup were nestled in a large »»Continued from A11 here in Pasadena. Murals was knock-your-socks- bowl of linguine and ing Bates Middle, Dr. Henry of the Amalfi Coast graced off good. The consistency tossed in a flavorful A. 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Phyllis Hatcher was worried the coat would look tacky and dull, but the finished result was a beautiful display of color.

»»Continued from A11 spin in [the coat] … I was sit- ing the fabric from Malawi. ting in the audience and my Hatcher described the fabrics jaw was dropping,” Hatcher Jr.” are December 13 at as waxy, and she was wor- said. “I never made [a cos- Bringing the production to life are more than 43 kids ages 8 to 14. 7:00pm, December 14 at ried they would shrivel tume] that did something … Jillian Sank, a 13-year-old 8:00pm and December 15 at under heat, so she had to be what he did in it is a whole from Pasadena, plays Elsa in the Disney film written by rapher, Trevor35 Greenfield as 4:00pm. Tickets are $12 for extra careful. other thing.” the upcoming production of Jennifer Lee, who directed music director, and Marci reserved seating and $15 for On the back of the coat Hatcher was worried “Frozen Jr.” the film with Chris Buck. Sank as stage manager. premium seating. sits the Woods Presbyterian about having to make major Bringing the production to Theater in the Park A younger cast from cross. Hatcher printed the repairs to the coat, but it held A story of love and accep- life are more than 43 kids normally performs in Holy Theater in the Park will cross onto the fabric using through countless dress re- tance between Princesses ages 8 to 14. Audiences will Grounds at the Severna perform in “Lion King Kids” an inkjet printer. She then hearsals and five performanc- Anna and Elsa, “Frozen Jr.” also recognize their favorite Park Community Center, on the same weekend. That framed it using a blue African es with only a few threads was released this year by “Frozen” tunes by Kris- but the group sought a cast consists of 35 kids fabric and piping around the out of place. Music Theater Internation- ten Anderson-Lopez and bigger venue for this show. ages 5 to 9. edges to give it an almost Hatcher said that the coat al, and Theater in the Park Robert Lopez. They chose the Kauffman To learn more about three-dimensional quality. has been recognized by many is the first local company to Atticus Boidy will direct Theater at the Pascal Center both shows or to purchase She finished the coat with people, putting her in the do the show. the show, with Kristin for the Arts at AACC. tickets, visit www.theaterin- a silky, golden lining, a detail spotlight for what she calls “Frozen Jr.” is based on Rigsby serving as choreog- Showtimes for “Frozen thepark.net. she picked from another of her “15 minutes of fame.” the show’s songs. For this “People will see me and go, element, Hatcher used the ‘You made the coat,’” Hatcher remnants of an old skirt. said with a laugh. “Yes, thank Local Author Publishes Children’s Book About Lacrosse The skirt had pockets that you very much.” »»Continued from A11 pushing this rock up this girl, named Charlie. writing. Meyer writes a col- she was able to use and spired her to write “Charlie hill”, Meyer said. “I feel like I was meant to umn called “Lauren’s Law” make a feature on the inside STEPs UP to Lacrosse.” While writing was easy, publish this at this time,” for the Severna Park Voice. of the coat. “I wanted to do something the publication process was Meyer said. “Charlie STEPs UP to Hatcher also included for the lacrosse community tricky. Local businesses, in- With such big events hap- Lacrosse” can be purchased some surprise features, such to enjoy,” Meyer said. cluding The Cottage, came to- pening while she was creat- and will be coming soon as a patch of African fabric She wanted to be an gether to help her fundraise. ing this book, Meyer finds to The Cottage in Severna displaying a giraffe hiding author since she was 8, and Though she was able to raise it hard to believe that she is Park. The book will also be just under each arm, and a writing this children’s book the money, Meyer was faced finally published. That does sold at upcoming STEP UP ribbon of yellow fabric across allowed her the opportunity with another obstacle when not mean she is finished Lacrosse events. the bottom of the inside of to fulfill one of her lifelong the printer she was going to the skirt that looked like a dreams. It also allowed her use went out of business, forc- streamer when Sharp would to give something back to ing her to find an alternative. twirl it around. the community that had Throughout the process of In total, the coat took done so much for her. creating the book, Meyer’s two weeks to design and six Meyer started working on own life has changed sig- weeks to sew. her book in 2013. Challenges nificantly. She is now the Individual and Business tax planning and return preparation “The first time I saw [Sharp] ensued. “I felt like I was mother of a 6-month-old Bookkeeping and payroll services available Please call  us for an appointment  CaR aCCiDent? 410-544-3303 turn to Frank & Bill’s to take care Keith M. Manning, CPA/PFS of your auto repair needs! Mark H. Kamins, CPA/PFS  645 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Suite 218, Severna Park, MD 21146 www.kandmcpa.com

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Dr. Amodei titioners for referrals. We ville, Indian Creek has explained that inclusivity is spoke about the latest have also settled on a model taken on unique philoso- a driving factor in this pro- advancements in the treat- for the monthly meetings, phies since its beginning. gram. Indian Creek School is ment of breast cancer. Her which will feature a main Founded in 1973 as an also constantly evolving and practice is the first facility speaker and two others elementary school by Anne changing to adapt to the in Anne Arundel County to giving shorter talks. We are Coleman Chambers and Re- needs of their students. offer ultra-high-resolution, thrilled about the direction becca Randolph, the school Now with two campuses, Indian Creek School has 600 “In the next few years, we low-dose 3D mammogra- of this new group, chaired had only 33 students in its students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade. are focusing on curriculum phy and tomosynthesis- by Jennifer Crisp of A first year. to prepare students for the guided biopsy. Bridge to Wholeness. Chambers dreamed of giv- dents enrolled in kindergar- this summer, is only ‘next step,’” said Kyle. “We Our Shoptoberfest We would love for you to ing students a personalized ten through 12th grade. the third person to hold are interested in project- event, held at Park Plaza be a part of all the exciting education based on their “The best part about my the position. oriented programs and on October 5, was a re- things going on. Join our learning style. She wanted job is interacting with all Indian Creek School fo- curriculum.” sounding success. The event chamber, and connect with to challenge students but the kids, parents, staff and cuses on student excellence The entire staff is dedi- featured exhibitors (many other businesses and the not overwhelm them. alums,” said Booth Kyle, in three areas: teaching cated to providing students who were selling products), community. Call us at 410- Now with two campuses, head of school. and learning, diversity, and and their families with a trick-or-treating at every 647-3900 or [email protected] Indian Creek has 600 stu- Kyle, who was appointed family values. The goal is for »»Continued on A16 booth, a costume contest or visit www.gspacc.com. Battling Addiction To Provide How Veteran And Military New Life In Pasadena And Beyond Benefits Fit Into Your Retirement

By Zach Sparks and, in contrast to some In some cases, VA disabil- their federal government ity compensation is avail- Jason LaBarge or 35 years, New Life Managing Partner counterparts, veterans who able for some conditions Addiction Coun- Premier Planning have retired from military related to your military Fseling and Mental Group service can also qualify for service. As stated on the Health Services has bro- Social Security benefits U.S. government’s website, ken barriers. in addition to their mili- “Disability compensation When Thomas Porter any of my clients tary pension. is for an illness or injury started New Life Addic- are former military that happens because of, tion Counseling Services Mand although I’ve Veteran Benefits or was made worse by, your in 1984, he came at the never served in uniform As mentioned above, military service. It’s not issue from a unique per- myself, I like to think I’m veterans receive benefits be- income-based and war ser- spective. He was celebrat- serving my country in my yond just their pension, and vice is not required.” ing 15 years of sobriety own small way by helping veterans who did not serve In contrast to the mili- and he knew firsthand The New Life staff provides outpatient treatment and our veterans prepare for the full 20 years required to tary pension given for 20- the struggles caused by addiction treatment services for those struggling with their retirement. receive a military pension plus years of service, there addiction. substance abuse and drug and alcohol addiction, as well as Most of us have heard may also be eligible for some is also a VA pension for He asked his daughter, for those with mental health issues. about the pension that is of these benefits, including low-income war veterans Beverly Porter Ervin, to associated with military a range of health care cover- who may have a disability join him, and together therapy, counseling, and Court. People in recovery service. Most of us have also age options, VA education that is not service related or they opened five Mary- participation in special- can be deterred by the heard about the benefits benefits, VA-backed home because of age. This pension land facilities within ized groups. New Life fol- idea of hopping from place from Veterans Affairs hos- loans, life insurance, Social is based on income. five years. Today, New lows the 12-step program to place to get the care pitals. That’s just the tip of Security, and more. Other disability benefits Life operates solely in made popular by Alco- they need, which is why the iceberg when it comes to Health coverage can be a include aid and atten- Pasadena, where Beverly holics Anonymous and New Life tries to offer all benefits available to those big obstacle to pre-retirees, dance (A&A) or house- continues to carry on her Narcotics Anonymous. services in one location. who served our country. but it’s a necessary and es- bound benefits, housing father’s legacy. The group space in Pasa- “Our goal is to remove With Veterans Day right sential element to consider grants, and more. “He had 15 years of dena is warm and inviting as many barriers as possi- around the corner, I want when planning for a suc- recovery, and I was very for people in recovery, ble, so they can come here to highlight the basic pen- cessful retirement. It can be Veterans’ Resources aware of the impact that said Jennifer Wheeler, and at the same time see sion and some additional expensive to pay for before Navigating all of the made on the family,” Bev- director of community a nurse practitioner and a resources available to those Medicare begins at age 65, resources and benefits erly said, explaining the outreach and business psychiatrist, for example,” who have served. so veterans who qualify available to veterans can valuable opportunity to development. Wheeler said. for health benefits through be overwhelming. Luck- join her father in starting “Sometimes they come Over the last three Basic Military the VA are a step ahead and ily, some organizations the centers. here and they have self- decades, the number Pension should look into taking full can help. During a recent New Life provides esteem issues,” Wheeler of patients at New Life Veterans with 20 or more advantage of this benefit. meeting with a client, I outpatient treatment said. “They have been has hardly changed, but years of service receive a asked him to name a few of and addiction treatment shunned by their friends. services have. When Tom monthly annuity pension Disability Benefits the organizations that he services (including de- I want them to feel happy, founded the company, for life based on a calcula- A few of my clients are thought were important for tox, if needed) for those comfortable and accepted. alcoholism was rampant. tion of 2% or 2.5% per year disabled veterans and have all veterans to know about, struggling with substance Then they will be more Cocaine followed, and served depending on when found that navigating the and this is what he said: abuse and drug and willing to participate in then pain medication they joined the military military disability environ- • Veterans of Foreign alcohol addiction, as well their treatment.” became a primary source and the retirement system ment can be daunting. The Wars (VFW) is the largest as for those with mental That comfortable en- of substance misuse in the they are in. numerous programs to help and oldest war veterans health issues. Sobriety vironment grew in 2016 early 2000s. Now, heroin Some military retirees do our disabled veterans need service organization giving is reached through edu- when New Life moved to a and fentanyl are the new- not pay federal income taxes to be considered when cre- assistance to our veterans. cation, self-awareness, bigger space at 4231 Postal »»Continued on A15 on their military pensions, ating your retirement plan. »»Continued on A16 Severna Park voice November 1, 2019 A51 Matt Wyble Team Seeks Everyone’s Best Interest Ribbon Cuttings »»Continued from A14 homes sold, The Matt come these people’s voices Wyble Team is keeping its in real estate.’” emphasis on home buyers Anne Arundel Dermatology Your Daily Finances Especially impressive is and sellers. that the team isn’t selfish; “We’re in that sweet Opens New Location Sets Up Shop agents work together. spot of being big enough “It truly goes beyond a to matter but small work relationship; we’re enough to care,” Wyble like a family,” Wyble said. said. “We have the man- “That shows up through power with all of our people rolling up their agents, but we are not too sleeves to help each other big that we’ve lost focus of out. That shows strongly the customer.” to our clients. Until we Wyble is proud that get the job done, it’s all he took the gamble and hands on deck.” entered the field of real Their enthusiasm for estate, with his team now helping others is evident accounting for more than outside of work, too. $300 million sold and Photo by Shannon Vitielliss The Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber Wyble and his wife, more than 750 transac- Anne Arundel Dermatology opened its newest location on October of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on October Ashleigh, started the For tions settled. 15 at 231 Najoles Drive, Suite 300, in Millersville. The dermatology 3 to celebrate the grand opening of Your Daily Ellie Foundation in loving “It’s special to sell practice was formed more than 40 years ago and now encompasses Finances LLC at 540 Ritchie Highway in memory of their infant someone their first home more than 60 locations. The Meridiem DermSpa in Millersville Severna Park. The firm will provide accounting daughter, Ellie, after and to see them tear up offers a range of cosmetic dermatology services. and business consulting services. her unexpected death in as you hand them the August 2016. The third key,” Wyble said. “When annual cornhole tourna- you think about the heart ment on October 19 again behind the business, it’s Battling Addiction To Provide New Life supported the pediatric pretty cool. People come »»Continued from A14 a trigger.” you can’t be arrested for The staff at New Life department at Anne in the door shaking our est enemies in the battle Technology has helped being on the scene to save hopes that optimism Arundel Medical Center. hands, and they leave against addiction. in the battle against a life,” Wheeler said. continues as they continue The Matt Wyble Team hugging us.” “The face of these ad- addiction. New Life can People are coming to help people in recovery. is also inviting the com- The Matt Wyble Team of dictions has changed,” utilize Uber to help clients forward to discuss their That would be the wish munity to join them for CENTURY 21 New Millen- said Beverly, who noted get to and from meetings. recovery — a rare occur- of Tom Porter, who was a blood drive at their nium office is located at that 90% of people in her Another promising change rence in 1984 when Porter sober for 46 years when Millersville office January 8530 Veterans Highway, program are addicted is that treatment centers founded New Life. he passed away in Septem- 17 from 11:00am-3:00pm. second floor, in Millers- to opiates. and government groups “Less and less people are ber 2018. Even though he Guests at Chartwell Golf ville. The team serves Medications have have ramped up market- anonymous about their retired 20 years earlier, & Country Club will also Anne Arundel, Baltimore, changed, too. Suboxone ing efforts to educate the addiction,” Wheeler said. he was still involved in spot the team at the Calvert, Caroline, Carroll, was developed for opiate public about addiction and “I think social media is the recovery community Greater Severna Park Frederick, Howard, Queen detox and stabilization. to erase the stigma. their platform, and they until 2018. and Arnold Chamber of Anne’s, Prince George’s Vivitrol can be injected to “Right now, we’re at the wear it not as a badge of “We wouldn’t be in busi- Commerce’s 10th annual and Montgomery coun- block opioid receptors in advent of harm reduction, honor but as a badge of ness for 35 years if people Taste and Sip event on ties, in addition to Balti- the brain. which is things like the life, especially the young- didn’t need our services,” December 5. more City. To learn more, “They don’t have to Safe Stations Program, er people who have no Wheeler said. “We have As they reflect on a call 833-698-3261, email think about taking a providing Narcan to qualms about admitting always been here and we successful year, with info@themattwybleteam. pill to reduce a craving,” members of the commu- it openly. It’s like a casual will continue to do battle more than $60 million in com or visit www.the- Wheeler said of Vivitrol nity, and having the good conversation and that’s on the next addiction that sales and more than 130 mattwybleteam.com. users. “The pill can be Samaritan law, which says been good for recovery.” rears its ugly head.”

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The he Severna Park boys Falcons totaled 35 to best cross country program Broadneck (49) and Arundel Tis at the point now (49) in winning their first where the Falcons are run- county title since 2011. ning at a nationally com- The Falcon JV boys and petitive level, so the goal of girls both dominated in winning the county cham- the JV races to claim team pionship isn’t exactly the county titles as well. end-all-be-all each year. “The boys have really Still, the Falcons will take probably exceeded it — for the ninth straight expectations from what we time, too. thought at the beginning of Running in wet conditions this year,” said head coach at South River High School Josh Alcombright. “That’s on October 22, the Falcon because they put in the boys totaled 26 points to work and developed a little defeat Broadneck (78), South bit more quickly. …For the Photos by Colin Murphy River (83) and the rest of the girls, I was proud that they Left: Severna Park’s Wylen Tompkins broke loose for a 60-yard touchdown in the first quarter of the Falcons’ win over Glen field in winning the county were the favorites coming Burnie. Right: Fullback Craig Johnson rushed for his first career touchdown in Severna Park’s homecoming win. championship for the 12th in, and they delivered. They time in the last 13 years. handled that, they handled By Colin Murphy a fumble recovery returned Glen Burnie’s opening drive, In the second quarter, Severna Park’s girls, the conditions, they’ve @c.murphy.photo for a touchdown by Ashton and junior defensive end the Falcons put together meanwhile, captured the »»Continued on B2 Antinucci — rounded out Kaleb Blackwell capped a solid drive to get into ith only one previ- Severna Park’s scoring and the stance with the first scoring position, getting ous win this sea- helped the Falcons to their of several big plays on the a completion from senior Wson, it was impera- first home win in their final night by partially blocking quarterback Casey Fox to tive for the Severna Park home game of 2019. the Gophers’ punt. With Andre Murphy and several football team to produce a For a memorable night decent field position at long runs by Tompkins. strong performance for its in what has at times been a their own 40-yard line, the Glen Burnie made a stand homecoming matchup with trying season, everything Falcons’ second play from and forced a field goal try, Glen Burnie on October 18. clicked for Severna Park scrimmage was a handoff which was wide. The Falcon The Falcons did that and (2-5), said head coach to Tompkins, who took a defense picked the team much, much more. Mike Wright. middle lane, stiff-armed a up, stopping Glen Burnie Severna Park used a “It’s been a challenge with man in the secondary and and forcing a punt. Again relentless ground attack, wins and losses. I know the dashed down the field for a Blackwell swooped in for game-breaking defense team knows, but I don’t 60-yard touchdown. Trey a block, and the ball came and 34 second-half points think outsiders realize how Smack converted his first down to senior linebacker to deliver a 48-6 rout of close we are,” said Wright. of six extra points for a 7-0 Pat Fenn. Fenn initially the Gophers and a proud “So with the adversity we’ve Severna Park lead. returned the ball 25 yards victory for homecoming. faced, the perseverance this James Henson made untouched for the score, but Wylen Tompkins gained team has is amazing.” a leaping interception the touchdown was called 221 all-purpose yards, After senior football for Severna Park on Glen back for a penalty. Severna including 174 rushing players and cheerleaders Burnie’s next possession, Park nonetheless had yards on nine carries with were introduced to the but the Falcons couldn’t good field position in Glen two touchdowns, to lead packed home crowd, convert it to points before Burnie territory, and they Severna Park’s impressive Severna Park set about a the Gophers scored on their capitalized with a 16-yard Photo by Colin Murphy all-around win. Touchdown three-hour playmaking next chance. The Falcon running score by Tompkins. The reigning state champion Severna Park girls cross runs by Demetrius Powell, boon that gave fans plenty defense forced a missed Tompkins, a senior, had country team won the program’s first county Craig Johnson, Pat Fenn to cheer. The Falcon defense point-after attempt to his second consecutive championship since 2011 on October 22. and Tommy Haskell — and forced a three-and-out on maintain a 7-6 lead. »»Continued on B10 Falcon Field Hockey Wins County Park Boys Claim OT Championship Over Arundel, 2-1 Playoff Win Over Annapolis, 2-1

Photo by Colin Murphy Photo by Colin Murphy Severna Park field hockey improved to 11-2 and beat Arundel for the second time this season with a 2-1 victory in the Severna Park’s Gordie Bernlohr (pictured earlier this season county championship game at Glen Burnie High School on October 21. against Arundel) scored the overtime game-winner in the Falcons’ 2-1 playoff win at Annapolis on October 25. By Colin Murphy the balance. In the latest chapter knew it would be hard, so @c.murphy.photo “Stepping up to take of the state’s elite field we had to want it the most.” By Colin Murphy turf of the Panthers and the stroke, I was a little hockey rivalry, the Falcons It was Slattery’s goal @c.murphy.photo came out with a 2-1 overtime hen the moment nervous, but I kept my (11-2) endured a fiery inside the game’s first four win, knocking Annapolis out came, Kat Esposi- composure,” said Esposito, battle by sticking to their minutes that gave Severna ou see it almost every of the 4A East playoffs and W to was ready. “and just did what I know season-long path. Park a 1-0 lead. Slattery year in the 4A boys advancing into the bracket’s The junior forward for how to do.” “I think just this whole weaved through a maze Ysoccer playoffs: the final 16 teams. Severna Park field hockey Her shot was true, the year our mentality has been of Arundel defenders and competition is so cutthroat, “It was just a great was tapped to take a penalty Falcons reclaimed the lead going forward and trying from a seemingly impossible inevitably one of the region’s atmosphere. Just a great stroke with less than a they had fought to preserve to improve, so this is a big angle fired a rocket destined top teams sees its season high school game, back and minute remaining in the throughout a physical battle stepping stone,” said senior to boom on the baseboard. end sooner than expected. forth in the beginning, but October 21 match against with Wildcats. Severna forward Lila Slattery. It was her 14th goal of This year’s victim is we played really well in the Arundel, her Falcons tied Park closed out a 2-1 victory “We definitely love playing the season to go with her Annapolis. The vanquisher is second half, and really the 1-1 with the Wildcats and to claim the 2019 county Arundel because they’re 17 assists. Severna Park. whole game we played very the Anne Arundel County championship at Glen great competition, but it’s “I got a free possession on On October 25, the well,” said Severna Park championship hanging in Burnie High School. always a tough game, so we »»Continued on B3 Falcons went to the home »»Continued on B5 B2 November 1, 2019 Severna Park voice Varsity, JV, Boys And Girls: Severna Park XC Sweeps To County Crowns Sullivan, who won the race in 16:47.57. Sullivan was followed in order by Ronan Byrne, Reid Figlioli, Tyler Engelman, Colm O’Connor, Holden Tatem, Scott Engelman, Conlan McConnell, Mark Antal, James Louie, Spencer Woodbury, Matt Chaisson and Grady McConnell. Broadneck’s Noah Heim was the Bruins’ top finisher, finishing 14th. The girls JV race was initially postponed due to the rain and course conditions. At practice on October 23, Severna Park assistant coach Justin Marvel told the program how proud he was that the JV Falcon girls were Photos by Colin Murphy so upset that they didn’t The Severna Park varsity (left) and JV (right) boys cross country runners excelled at the county championship meet, both winning county titles. get to race when most everyone else at South River »»Continued from B1 (15th), Colin Leeds (21st) few weeks — the state achievable, but we’ve shown all finished in the top third seemed glad to get out of handled trying to figure and Chris Kirchner (24th) meet is November 9 at that we deserve to be in of the race, which had the rain. Marvel described out the best way to run this all finished in the top 25 of Hereford High School — that discussion, and it’s 84 runners. how the Falcons’ anger at year. They’ve grown a lot in the 107-runner field. the Falcons also have their exciting.” Zell said the Falcon the race’s postponement, the last year. I told them I’m Broadneck’s Tate, Aidan eyes on competing at the Sloat said the Falcons girls have ambitions to and how it represented the real proud of where they’ve Rand (13th), Ryan Gibb Nike Southeast Regionals are not getting ahead of defend their state crown, program’s broader culture brought the program to. (23rd), Henry Taylor (25th) in North Carolina over themselves. and winning the county of competitive drive, They’re awesome.” and Colin Booberg (26th) Thanksgiving weekend with “We don’t want to get championship for the first would be a lasting memory In the boys race, Arundel gave the Bruins their team hopes to qualify for the complacent,” he said. “We time in their careers was a of this year’s county senior Tanner Piotrowski score of 49. Nike Nationals in Oregon in don’t want to think we’re welcome stepping stone on championships. ran the course in 15:01.61 to Gelfand said winning the early December. better than anyone just yet, their path. When the opportunity become county champion. county against other local Alcombright said the because we haven’t had the “I think it’s really to run finally came in the South River senior Sam talents is special because current Falcon runners chance to prove that on the exciting to win the county rescheduled race on October Keeny followed in 15:11.48 the Falcons have a friendly are ahead of schedule in national level. But, I think championships, especially 24, the JV girls made the to finish as runner-up. rivalry with the area’s their progress. that come November we can because our team has doing most of it, winning the From there, a parade of top runners. “We thought maybe really prove we’re as big as really well this season, team JV championship Falcons led Severna Park “We get to be friends with next year would be a really we know we are.” and we’ve been working on with score of 17. Severna to the title. Jake Gelfand these guys, Tanner and Sam solid, big-time, qualify-for- Severna Park senior getting closer as a group,” Park’s Nadia Alijunaidi took third, and fellow and Spencer, and hang out nationals kind of year, and Sophia Zell was the girls she said. “That’s really became JV girls county junior Carson Sloat placed with them, so it’s pretty the boys are right in the race’s runner-up in 18:36.81, preparing us for the state champion by winning the fourth. James Dennison cool,” said Gelfand, noting mix right now,” he said. “If as she finished second to championships. Very race in 20:17.9, and she led and Nick Engelman the Falcons’ dominant win they just keep their heads Annapolis senior Niya exciting.” Severna Park’s top five of finished fifth and sixth, in the JV race as a point of down, keep grinding and Torres. Broadneck’s Anna Broadneck’s Janke, Brenna Mullaney (second), respectively, ahead of pride in the program. “It’s continue, it could be a really Janke was the Bruins’ Grace Denius (sixth), Ashley Siebenhaar (third), Broadneck’s top finisher, just cool to show our depth, special year.” top finisher, taking third. Madison Palmer (eighth), Abby Weist (fourth) Spencer Tate, who placed because we went 1-13 at the While every year’s team is Zell, Alyssa Combs (fifth), Stephanie Costello (15th) and Cameron Glebocki seventh. Nick Benedict JV level, so it shows that different, Alcombright said Grace Cambon (seventh), and Jasmine Jones (18th) (seventh) as Severna Park placed eighth to give the we’re not just a top-10 team. qualifying for nationals has Caroline Gage (10th) teamed for the Bruins’ score. produced the race’s top four Falcons their team score, We’re a complete team.” become a goal that is within and Kelsie O’Neill (11th) The Falcon JV boys finishers and 10 of the first while James Glebocki While the region and reach most years. “We want gave the Falcons their were dominant in the JV 14. Taylor Green (eighth), (10th), Philip Bansemer state meets are near on to be in the discussion winning score, while Cara race, winning the team Jackie Testerman (ninth), (11th), Collin Mullaney the horizon in the next and give ourselves a shot,” Vandemeulebroecke title with a perfect team Sophie Magyarosi (10th), he said. “As long as we (12th), Neela Baker (13th), score of 15. 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Community play/picnic area & water privileges! walk in closet! $275,000 Like me on Facebook Severna Park voice November 1, 2019 B3 Falcons Win County Championship Over Arundel, 2-1 Green Hornets Soccer »»Continued from B1 destined for We just kept taking it the dashes, took it myself, overtime minute by minute.” dodged a few girls and when the A defensive-minded 2012’s Battle It Out dribbled in, and I just like, Falcons coach, Garden praised ‘OK, I’m going to shoot this worked the the effort by the Falcon ball,’” Slattery said. “I just ball to the defenders. let it rip, and it went in.” other end. “The defense, they’re For the rest of the first King was just, they’re my heart and half, game play was mostly on the goal soul,” said Garden. “Are they even, with both teams with a chance amazing or what? They’re creating scoring chances. to score for incredible. They have such Severna Park nearly doubled Severna Park great chemistry and such its lead when a corner led line when awesome field hockey skills, to a shot by Slattery. Anna Arundel was I can’t say enough about Marcoon was on the edge called for them. My freshman goalie of the goal to fire a rebound, a penalty. — they were all incredible. but the shot came off the leg Esposito No matter what happened pad of Arundel freshman acknowledged in front of them on the goalie Savannah Brooks, the tension of field, they stayed composed, dinged the post and the moment, and that just shows a lot of trickled out. but she also maturity, and I can’t be any As the second half began, relished the more proud of them.” Severna Park’s lead was opportunity Arundel, meanwhile, simultaneously a blessing Photo by Colin Murphy and showed why belong among and a curse. Slattery had a Teammates embraced Kat Esposito after recognized the state’s elite since chance to put the Falcons her winning stroke against Arundel lifted the effort defeating Severna Park up 2-0 at the start of the Severna Park to the county championship. needed to in last year’s 4A playoffs. period after Marcoon pull out the Wildcats coach Carrie earned a stroke, but tracking back from the win against a determined Vosburg was dismayed Slattery’s penalty attempt midfield to provide valuable Arundel side. by the overall amount of thumped the left post and minutes on defense. With 10 “It was a little stressful cards the referees gave in fell harmlessly to the turf minutes remaining, facing knowing the outcome was the game, but she knows as the Wildcats breathed a a string of corners, Severna in my hands, but I just had a rematch is likely in the collective sigh of relief. Park freshman goalie to stay confident in myself,” playoffs and was resolute in Mounting cards on Charlotte Kramer made said Esposito. “As a team, we her postgame comments. Severna Park led to ongoing a trio of dazzling saves, the had to work for each other “I am proud of my girls for man-down situations, and third the best of the bunch to stay in the game. We playing an extremely clean the Falcons played nearly as she dived to make a stick knew that not recovering game,” Vosburg said. “In the entire final 25 minutes save on a sure goal. after a mistake could mean that, we won. The scorebook with at least one less player Arundel was undeterred. losing the game, and we speaks for itself. Clean than Arundel, sometimes The Wildcats’ belief was had to give everything game…We will see them, two less players. For a palpable, and they kept we had during that time. and we’re ready. And when it stretch, the Falcons were charging toward goal. Even Even after Arundel scored, matters, it’ll be us.” playing seven-on-10. Arundel’s traveling band of we kept pushing hard and Severna Park’s With numbers in their students was deemed too fighting for the ball, and we players celebrated their favor, Arundel deployed loud for the same sideline as never gave up.” achievement but tempered progressively deep attacks, the players and was forced Severna Park head coach their excitement with and Severna Park’s defense to relocate to the opposite Shannon Garden said the measured comments about met the challenge with stands, where they grew county championship was what’s still to come when epic defiance. The back even louder. a great opportunity the the region playoffs begin line of Lauren Aguilar, Finally, the breakthrough Falcons pursued throughout next week. Carson Smith and Zoe came. With under four the season. “It feels really good to Day doggedly deflected, minutes to play, junior “We were honored to be beat Arundel, because last disrupted, jammed Hailey Kohlman was in this game and with such year was the beginning of and cleared everything waiting on the far post a great opponent,” said the rivalry,” said Adams, a coming their way. Slattery, and pounced on a rebound, Garden. “We wanted to senior and captain. “But it’s Marcoon, Sarah Adams, firing over Kramer’s have fun with it. It’s what not over, because playoffs, Jenna King, Emma stick and into the goal, we talked about before and we still need to keep Marsh, Bekah Mayron, tying the game at 1-1 and the game in our huddle. tunnel vision. But it does Photos by Colin Murphy Meredith Schepens, Erin setting off a roar from the Arundel’s the best team give us confidence. We just Severna Park’s 2012 soccer players were hard at play during Schaner and Ava Drexler- Arundel sideline. we’ve seen. Twice now. need to keep working hard Saturday morning training at Severn School on October 19. Amey all joined the fight, The game seemed Tonight got a little chaotic. like we have been.”

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The 11U Green Hornets select baseball team got some quality fall ball experience this October when the team won the one-day Next90 Tournament hosted by the Southern Maryland Bulldogs on October 7. The team went 2-1 in the tournament, losing its opening game 7-6 to the Maryland Senators before winning 13-2 over Sykesville and coming back to avenge their prior defeat with a 10-2 win over the Senators in the championship game. The Green Hornets are Andy Blanck, Logan Clarke, Jonah Downey, Brett Hudson, Silas Lane, Jonah Lucas, Conrad Maillard, Cooper Merlino, Logan Moran, Easton O’Brien and Fletcher Warner. They are coached by Chad Moran, Jeff Mengel, Eric Clarke and Brett Hudson. Park Boys Claim OT Playoff Win Vs. Annapolis »»Continued from B1 a halt. Jay Pierce beat his in the county championship coach Ryan Parisi. man to the end line and game on October 21. Once in Annapolis took a 1-0 lead sent a cross through the the county championship, inside nine minutes on box. Bernlohr gathered Annapolis defeated Meade a rebound goal by Eddie the pass at the far post, 2-1 in overtime on a game- Contreras. From there, took a touch and smashed winning goal and brace by the Falcons began to turn a shot past Annapolis’s Iriarete Herrera. the momentum and apply goalie to win the game and But Severna Park was steady pressure throughout vault Severna Park into the the Panthers’ bugaboo. The the rest of the night. next round. Falcons improved to 10-2-2 Trailing 1-0 midway The Panthers (12-2) were overall and demonstrated through the second half, enjoying one of their all- once again why the 4A East Severna Park equalized time finest seasons. They playoffs are where signature on a score by Bennett suffered only one regular seasons are brought to Jefferds, who headed season loss, all the way ruthless ends. home a set-piece pass from back on September 24 — to “Annapolis was great this E rin Schaner, Severna Park Field Hockey Gordie Bernlohr. Severna Park. Elliott Skopp year. What a great year for “They had some scored unassisted and Ben their program,” said Parisi. opportunities in the McLay had five saves in the “I can’t really say enough second half, but for most Falcons’ shutout win over about them and their By Colin Murphy be inserted anywhere on the field and of the second half we were the Panthers in September. program and [coach Jake @c.murphy.photo relied upon to spell the starters and knocking on the door,” From there Annapolis Shinn] and the kids on that play hard. In Severna Park’s county- said Parisi. “The goal was proceeded to rattle off seven team to turn the program You won’t see Erin Schaner’s name championship win over Arundel, coming, and it finally came straight wins. The Panthers around…But we played making headlines for Severna Park field Schaner was one of the many midfield- when Bennett got one.” defeated Arundel on the well all night. Even when hockey. The Falcon senior isn’t the top ers called into emergency defensive The game went into final day of the regular we were down 1-0, we had goal scorer or the leading assist woman duty when the Falcons played long overtime, then double season to win the regular- them on the ropes. It was a for the county-champion Falcons, and stretches in man-down situations and overtime, before Severna season county championship slugfest between two really by her own admission, she’s not the managed to fend of the Wildcats for the Park brought the night to and usurp Arundel’s berth good teams.” greatest field hockey player. county title. But Schaner is everything a “She’s a great utility player,” Garden team needs. said. “I can plug her in anywhere and Schaner is the Voice’s Student-Athlete she’s like, ‘OK!’ and she just goes and of the Month for November because does it. Anywhere on the field. De- of the positive energy she relentlessly fense, midfield, forward, I’ve had her in brings to the Falcons. everywhere, and she goes in and gives Striking Fun “Erin’s energy is infectious,” said 110 percent.” Severna Park head coach Shannon Teammate Amalia Hagerty said Garden. “When she’s around, the Schaner is one of those teammates In Your Spare Time! whole team is laughing and happy you love playing with and hate play- and pumped up. She’s got a way about ing against because she sticks to her her. She’s very spunky and happy and assignment and relentlessly hounds positive. Nothing gets this kid down. opponents. It’s amazing.” “She’s really good at sticking to her Pizza, Pins & PEPsi Schaner said that her focus is on con- man,” Hagerty said. “She’s very deter- tributing when and how she best can. mined. She’s a big part of hyping our “I’m not the best at field hockey, but team up. She brings the energy. She’s I really like to cheer everyone on,” said the hype man.” Schaner. “I have a really loud, annoying With a competitive smile, Schaner $5 oFF voice, and I’m always screaming. If you concurred about her defensive efforts. listen to our film, I get really exited. “I annoy people on the field,” she Over $90 Value. Reg. $69.95. Even with the littlest things I get quipped — clearly not joking. Just $64.95 excited, because why not? I’m not the More than anything, Schaner’s over- Get up to 2 hours best, so that’s my way of contributing.” arching outlook is to take advantage Garden said that every team needs of the opportunities in front of her, of bowling, someone like Schaner, whose positivity both in field hockey and beyond. She those cool is genuine and doesn’t get eroded by a is a strong student, a member of the Na- shoes, a large lack of playing time — a difficult situ- tional Honor Society, and she takes part cheese pizza, ation for any strong team with a deep in extracurricular clubs like the Young a pitcher of bench of capable and hungry players Republicans, Students Helping Others Pepsi, and tub who all want to get on the field. and the Spirit Club. of popcorn for “She’s a team-first kind of kid and “I try to get involved with school as up to 6 people will do whatever it takes for the team,” much as I can,” said Schaner. “Especial- on one lane. said Garden. “She is so happy for her ly since it’s our last year.” teammates. You don’t get a lot of kids Garden said the Falcons know how WE Valid at all locations through December 11, 2019. like that.” important Schaner is to the team SPECIALIZE When lanes are available. 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Photos by Colin Murphy The Severna Park JV football team was unstoppable throughout a 36-0 homecoming rout of Glen Burnie on October 18. The win followed the previous week’s big win over South River.

By Colin Murphy and a 75-yard kickoff Coach Sam Hudson The win came a week Sartalamacchia and Defensively, they knew @c.murphy.photo return for a touchdown by commended the JV Falcons after the Falcons notched Evan Stroble both had what they were going to Caleb Sartalamacchia on their efforts in a their biggest victory of interceptions in the win. run; they had just prepared The Severna Park JV in their dominant win complete win. the year in a 14-6 win over The victory was a so much. As soon as [South football team kicked off over the Gophers. Talan “Our offensive line did a previously undefeated signature win for the season River] would shift, they the Friday of homecoming Livingston highlighted a really great job firing off the South River on the against the presumptive had an idea what they were weekend with a 36-0 shutout defensive game for ball and opening up holes Seahawks’ home turf on favorite Seahawks. going to run. Offensively, win over Glen Burnie on the Falcons with two sacks, for our running backs,” October 11. Against the “We had a really good same thing. [Aiden] did October 18. while quarterback Aiden Hudson said. “Our defense Seahawks, Milewski threw week of practice leading up a great job of switching The Falcons (5-2) Milewski had positive just did their job, stayed in a touchdown pass to Chad to [the game against South it right to left for us and received three rushing gains running and throwing their gaps, stayed in their Brown, and Omar White River],” Hudson said. “They leading the offense, and touchdowns from Joe and Tristan Newhouse holes and really worked had a rushing touchdown. were preparing every single again our line opened up DeSimone, a rushing was 4-of-4 kicking on extra together as a unit to shut Kevin Bredeck had day, working hard, they holes, and the running touchdown by LJ Cooper points in the victory. them down.” two interceptions, and were just really focused. backs ran hard.”

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Photos by Colin Murphy Goals by Severna Park’s Lauren Campbell (left) and Ella Raines, seen above against Chesapeake, powered the Severna Park girls soccer team to a 2-0 playoff win over Leonardtown on Oct. 26. Follow the playoffs on Twitter @SPVoiceSports, on Facebook and Instagram and at www.severnaparkvoice.com/sports.

Motivated by a tournament final loss one week prior, the Severna Park 14U Green Hornets select softball team went 5-0 to win the season-ending OKtoberFast tournament. Eagles Soar In Creekfest Games By Colin Murphy getting a walk-off two-run praised the Hornets for [email protected] home run by Sayre in the using prior defeats as third inning. motivation to close their The Severna Park 14U In the championship game, season with a win. select softball Green the Green Hornets defeated “The team was Hornets produced a strong the Mason Dixon Stingers disappointed to lose in the finish to their fall season by from Marion, Pennsylvania, championship game the making a tournament final capping a two-game stretch prior weekend,” Jimeno said. and winning a tournament in which they outscored the “Entering the final weekend championship in back-to- opposition 23-1. Krupinsky of the fall season, they were back weeks. was dynamite pitching focused and determined The 14U Green Hornets throughout the tournament, to win and literally came team of Madison Sayre, as she pitched in all five out swinging and had their Alyssa Sweet, Alexa games and threw a two-hit best offensive performance. Jimeno, Miranda shutout in the championship Our pitching and defense Dameron, Sydney win over the Stingers. were outstanding all Wiseman, Ally Weaver, Smith played solid defense weekend, especially in Krissy Testerman, Randi as catcher throughout the championship game. Photos by Colin Murphy Alphonso, Leigha Mellon, the tournament and There was a well-balanced Indian Creek’s annual homecoming event, Creekfest, saw action from the middle Lily Gleisner, Elisabeth made a highlight play attack and a contribution school soccer teams, varsity field hockey and varsity boys and girls soccer.View a full Krupinsky and Ryleigh at a critical moment in from all players to secure a gallery at www.severnaparkvoice.com/sports. Smith won nine of its the final, throwing out a championship.” final 10 games, making the runner attempting to steal final of the United States second base. Specialty Sports Association Sayre, Sweet and Jimeno Save Second Base for Cancer each had multiple RBIs in Family Dentistry By tournament with a 4-1 the championship. Infielders Family record and winning the Dameron, Wiseman and championship at the USSSA Weaver provided solid Dr. JeFFrey P. cranska Laser Dentistry OKtoberFast tournament defense and multiple put- 40 Years Delivering Personalized and Comprehensive JEFFREY P. CRANSKA D.D.S. with a 5-0 record. The team outs. Testerman, Alphonso Dentistry for You and Your Family finished 12-5 overall across and Mellon each made four fall tournaments. several key contributions on After a heartbreaking offense that led to runs. loss in extra innings in In the semifinal the championship game victory, Gleisner had six of the Save Second Base RBIs, including a grand- tournament, Severna Park slam home run. came into the OKtoberFast The Green Hornets will tournament motivated to resume tournament play in win. They won their first the spring. game by mercy rule, 12-0, Coach Greg Jimeno

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Photos by Colin Murphy Touchdowns by Ashton Antinucci (6), Tommy Haskell (20), Demetrius Powell (7, opposite page) and Pat Fenn (43, opposite page) highlighted Severna Park’s overwhelming win.

»»Continued from B1 running behind him. scored on a 1-yard run to touchdown,” said Johnson. performance. Fenn, a touchdown, he was monster game running the There were huge holes for make it 21-6. “I didn’t even score when Blackwell, Henson, most happy about getting football. He rushed for a me to run.” After Blackwell forced I was in Green Hornets. I Antinucci, Colin everyone involved. program-record 190 yards An interception by Fenn a fumble to get the ball always played line when Shadowens, Braden “We just worked really against South River on before the end of the second back deep in Glen Burnie I was little. Never in my Layne, Gerard Green, well together,” Fenn said. October 11, eclipsing Joe quarter allowed for another territory, the Falcons went life. That was my first one. Jordan Robinson, “We were reading the Jennings’ 2016 mark of 161 long Tompkins run to get ahead by three scores with The atmosphere tonight Michael Sanders, Bryce line, we were reading the yards. Tompkins now has Severna Park inside the a special punctuation mark. was awesome. It was crazy, Marin, Ben Morgan, JP quarterback, all doing what the top two rushing games 5-yard line, but Severna Johnson, a senior who has especially to win by that Gothard, Sean Foreman, we were supposed to do, in school history with 174 Park’s rushing play with played on the offensive much with all these guys JacQuan Brooks, Trent and it really came together yards against the Gophers, two seconds left failed, line, at tight end or on here. It feels awesome.” Phillips and Matt Davies this game, I’m really happy and he praised the offensive leaving the team with a 14-6 defense for the entirety With the rout on, players all made tackles for Severna with it. Coach [Nick] linemen group of Dylan lead but no more going into of his playing days before got in the game and made Park, and the Falcon defense Marks did a phenomenal Smith, Nathan Brand, halftime. Fenn had initially switching to fullback their marks. Fox threw has been strong all season, job with the D-line…It Jack Verde, Devin Kouns run the ball 60 yards back this season, was given a a perfect ball to Jeremy said Tompkins and Fenn. was exhilarating, it was and Sean Kearney and to get down to the goal handoff for a 2-yard rushing Simon in the right flat for a “Coach [Don] Linnell amazing, and honestly I fullback Craig Johnson line, but his return was touchdown. 36-yard gain. Already denied put together a great game was just more excited about for clearing the way for again negated by a penalty, It was the first touchdown a touchdown and a long plan for the defense,” said getting everyone on the him to run. causing Severna Park to run in Johnson’s 10-year return, Fenn got into the Tompkins. “He spends field tonight.” “The offensive line out of time getting down football lifetime. end zone on a 1-yard carry hours and hours on film Tommy Haskell put the held water today,” said the field. The Falcon seniors were for a 35-6 lead. Fox threw for and picks them apart until final brushstroke on the Tompkins. “They were great. It ended up not mattering, positively giddy to get their 114 yards on 6-of-8 passing. we know every little thing game, taking a handoff and They opened up the run, as Severna Park exploded teammate into the end The Falcons weren’t that’s going to happen.” running 75 yards untouched and then when we did pass for scores in the second zone, and coach Wright said, finished, as Antinucci Fenn concurred, saying, for a score as time expired, the ball, we were open. half. On their opening “I told you we would get you picked up a Glen Burnie “We know what they eat for ending the win at 48-6. My line really stepped up drive, runs for first downs one!” to Johnson as they fumble and ran it back 30 breakfast.” Wright said the starting tonight, and Craig Johnson by Tompkins and Powell embraced after the game. yards for a touchdown, He said the defense offensive linemen group in front of me at fullback, got the Falcons inside the “Coach Wright told one highlight of an clicked all night, and while of Smith, Brand, Verde, he’s a powerhouse. I enjoy 10, and Powell, a senior, me I was going to get a overwhelming defensive he was happy to get himself »»Continued on B11

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Com- converged on Cam- training to stop here.’” Family Laser puters are utilized to design N Dentistry bridge, Maryland in Septem- Each Ironman race rewards and mill these restorations ber for the sixth annual Iron- its age-group champions with from a solid block of ceramic. man Maryland triathlon. an entry into the Ironman These meet the dentist’s The field included Pasadena World Championship event n upcoming months, I requirements for fit and high- Animal Hospital’s Dr. Sean Et- in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. For will answer questions on strength, and your desire of ter, who also made his way to many triathletes - includ- Ihigh-technology dentistry. being tooth colored. There is the Eastern Shore to compete ing Etter - earning a spot in Please direct inquiries to my no metal sensitivity or aller- in a race that included a 2.4- Kona would be a dream come website at www.cranska.com or gies with these ceramics. mile swim in the Choptank true. He grew up watching email me at familylaserdenti- Q: How can I have a bro- River, biking for 112 miles Photo by Chris Fincham the Kona race on television, [email protected]. ken tooth repaired to look through Dorchester County A 35-year-old, Dr. Sean Etter trains every day while balancing and recalls being immediately like my original tooth? and the Blackwater National life as a dad and as a veterinarian working alongside his father impressed and inspired by the The Biggest Change A: A dentist will examine Wildlife Refuge, and then a at their clinic on Mountain Road. competitors. in Modern Dental the tooth to determine the 26.2-mile run marathon to “My long-term goal would Technology is Zirconia best treatment for the patient, finish the contest. Etter con- combination of something.” gle day, and that’s where the definitely be to qualify for Technology has given den- evaluate the benefits versus quered the course in just over And that’s just during the mental tests come into play. Kona. Watching it on TV when tists a durable tooth-colored the risk, and determine what 10 hours and 44 minutes to week. Most weekends, he’s “I did really well on the I was little, everyone seemed ceramic that is strong, wear treatments are necessary. Fill- finish 23rd in his division and headed out early for 100-mile swim and did awesome on my super nice; their personalities resistant, and tolerated by ings are designed to go inside 117th overall. bike rides. bike, and then the run I did seemed like my personality,” gums. That material is called a tooth. Worn, broken and The 35-year-old Severna “Anywhere between 60-120 great for the first five miles said Etter. “I thought those zirconia. Original BruxZir zir- cracked teeth — and weak- Park native and father of two miles,” he explained. “I start and then I hit a wall,” said guys were so cool.” conia crowns have been on the ened teeth with large restora- - with one on the way - trains at about 5:00am and get back Etter. “You end up talking to His plan for achieving this market for 10 years. In last five tions with excessive decay — for hours every day, while still around noon.” yourself a lot during these goal is pretty straightforward: years, zirconia has become the may not leave enough healthy balancing life as a dad and as a The training ensures his races. “Multiple times during train harder. No. 1 material used to make tooth structure to support veterinarian working along- body is physically capable, but that race was me just try- “For me, it will be finding dental crowns and bridges. a replacement filling. Root- side his father at their clinic the race is a hugely mental ing to convince myself that time to train harder. Not Computer-aided design (CAD) canaled teeth need crown cov- on Mountain Road. challenge according to Etter. I still had energy in my tank necessarily longer, but defi- and computer–aided manu- erage to protect against tooth “There are some mornings “I swam for an hour and 18 even though I sure didn’t nitely harder,” he said. “I will facturing (CAM) have sparked breakage. Ceramic crowns are when I’ll run a marathon minutes; then I biked for five feel like it.” continue to do these until my non-metal crown growth from used as needed to restore the before I go into work at 8:00,” hours and two minutes; and Fighting the urge to stop body doesn’t let me anymore. under 10% usage to more than tooth back to its original size Etter said casually. “I’ll get then I ran for about another becomes ever-present. And then I’ll probably find 90% during this time. and shape so it can work like up anywhere between 3:30- four hours,” he said. “No mat- “Everything in your body another sport.” Q: What is a crown? the original tooth structure. 4:30[am] usually, and I will ter how much you train, you says you should not go any Meanwhile, the college- A: A dental crown is a res- Q: How long will the either run, bike, swim or do a never train that much in a sin- further; you should stop; you lacrosse-player-turned-Iron- toration that completely caps tooth restored with a man-veterinarian hopes to and covers a tooth. Crowns crown last? continue the work of his father are used to improve the form, A: With a miniscule fracture at Pasadena Animal Hospital function, strength and ap- rate, zirconia crowns cover- Lung Screening Saves Lives by providing high-quality pearance of a damaged tooth ing the tooth should last for medical care and support to or to cover a dental implant. several years. Proper mainte- n honor of Lung Cancer criteria we CT scan, but it does enable the community. Crowns originally were made nance is important to prevent Awareness Month, thoracic look for us to see inside the chest and “There are so many vet- of all gold. Technology in decay around the crown. Like Isurgeon Dr. Galen Ohn- are pack screen for things so we can see erinary hospitals nowadays. the 1960s and 1970s gave us any tooth, the tissue around it macht talked about a lifesaving years, age what’s going on. What makes people stick out porcelain-covered gold crowns can get gum disease. lung cancer screening program and then Q: How often do the tests is reputation, and we have a and all porcelain crowns. at the Tate Cancer Center at quit date. find cancer? great reputation, all started These crowns improved cos- Dental crowns are one of University of Maryland Bal- Q: If A: Major studies funded by by my dad 30 years ago,” he metics, but porcelain is not as many choices in restoring your timore Washington Medical there are the government have shown a explained. “That’s what I durable as a natural tooth or teeth back to proper function. Center. He also talked about no symp- 20% overall reduction in mor- want; I want people to leave solid metal. The decision about how to some of the common myths Dr. Galen toms, tality [due to] screenings. And the hospital with a positive Twenty-first century CAD/ restore teeth is determined be- associated with lung cancer. Ohnmacht that not everything we find is a experience.” CAM (3D printer) technology tween the patient and dentist. Q: Can non-smokers get doesn’t lung cancer. So we find things lung cancer? necessarily mean that that are not lung cancer. They A: Yes, that’s absolutely true. nothing is wrong, correct? can be benign nodules. That’s There are risk factors other A: Lung cancer is particular- why it’s important to have Medicare Part D 2020 than smoking. One is radon ly insidious. There is no way for cancer screening program, exposure, which is an issue the body to know that there is so you can work with your choices for enrollees and lots of-pocket expenses. Therefore, in northern Anne Arundel a lung cancer growing in the health care provider to find Marcus of confusion. a patient with a high level of County especially. Also, sec- chest until it’s fairly advanced, out what needs follow-up and LaChapelle For 2020, the good news is spending that approaches the Broadneck ondhand smoke is a risk factor in many cases. By the time you what doesn’t. Pharmacy the “donut hole” or “coverage catastrophic level may actually for non-smokers. But we do feel pain, or you’re coughing up Q: Is there anything else gap” is finally gone for generic reduce his or her out-of-pocket screening on people who are blood, sometimes the cancer is our readers should know? drugs (it ended in 2019 for expenses by using more ex- smokers, because the people advanced. That’s why screen- A: Smoking cessation is ately at the pharmacy brand drugs, could you tell?). pensive brand-name medicine. who are smokers are the ing is important, because you really the key to this. You counter, I have been In the coverage gap, copays for In most cases, generic medi- highest risk group. You want can’t see or feel your lungs. can reduce your risk by just Ltalking about Medicare generic and brand drugs will cine is the most cost-effective to screen high-risk people, It’s not like skin cancer where stopping smoking or by never Part D open enrollment for be capped at 25%. That means option, and it is therapeuti- and we have some things that you look at your skin and go, smoking at all. Anne Arundel 2020. Open enrollment occurs for a prescription with a total cally similar. It is important define smokers who are at “Oh, there’s something there. I has programs to help people every year and gives Medi- cost of $100, whether brand or to evaluate your plan because the highest risk; people who should see a doctor.” With lung with smoking cessation, like care Part D prescription drug generic, the copay will be no the right choice is dependent have smoked what are called cancer, we can’t see or feel it, so group programs. Anyone who plan enrollees a chance to more than $25. on your specific medication 30-pack years. Basically, a pack it’s important to get screened, is smoking should talk with compare their current plan to The bad news is the cata- profile. Often times, it makes year is the number of years especially for those people who their provider about strategies other options. strophic limit has increased financial sense for spouses to smoked times the number of are at high risk. to stop smoking. It is critically, Medicare Part D plans from $5,100 to $6,350. That be on different plans due to packs per day. Someone who Q: Screening is fairly critically important. follow a basic design that is is almost a 25% increase. different medication profiles. smokes for 30 years, one pack non-invasive? We’re saving lives with this prescribed by Medicare law, Patients with the highest level It may not make sense for a day, that’s 30 pack years. A: I would say it’s completely stuff, and it’s, in my opinion, a including the Affordable Care of spending may be impacted your household, though. Someone who smokes 15 years non-invasive. It involves a breakthrough in cancer care. I Act. However, the available the most due to this change Medicare plans can be com- for two packs a day, that’s also reduced dose or low dose. think we’ve been able to help a plans are administered by in catastrophic limit. Copays pared on Medicare’s website 30 pack years. Some people have different lot of people. private insurance companies in catastrophic go down to a using their plan finder tool. We also are looking for peo- things they call a CT scan, but To schedule a screening ap- that are able to design differ- maximum 5%. Brand-name Your local community phar- ple over the age 55 and those it’s a reduced-dose screening pointment at the UM BWMC ent plan options within the drugs get manufacture dis- macist can also provide you people who have quit less than CT scan, so it’s not even the Tate Cancer Center in Glen legislated framework. This counts of up to 75%, which get with a custom report using the 15 years ago. So those three same radiation as a regular Burnie, call 410-553-8100. flexibility provides lots of credited toward a patient’s out- Medicare data.

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(Dr. Con- community learn the signs overall health. To register 203 Hospital Drive.) *While Sunday, November 24 include the importance of stantine Padussis Conference and symptoms of an opiate for this free class or for more appointment times last. 10:00am-4:30pm: Safe prenatal care, what to expect Center, 301 Hospital Drive, overdose along with how to information, call 410-787- Sitter. This program helps during labor and delivery, third floor.) safely administer naloxone 4940. (Center for Diabetes Tuesday, November 19 preteens ages 11 to 13 gain breastfeeding, basic infant (Narcan), the FDA-approved and Endocrinology at UM 6:30-7:30pm: Parkin- confidence with babysitting care, and safe sleep. Registra- Wednesday, emergency treatment nasal BWMC, 300 Hospital Drive, son’s Support Group. Open skills and abilities in caring tion is required by calling November 13 spray. Preregistration is re- Suite 223.) to patients with Parkinson’s for young children in emer- 410-787-4366. 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Freshman Presents A Play fTantasy of “Cinderella,” juniors Lucy Feldmann, clockwork, as everything Alex Hilbert said she as Severna Park Stage Kaitlyn Mummert and different that everybody’s is most excited for the Company performs Rodg- Sydney Astle, and se- doing has all come to- audience to notice and Worth Rooting For ers and Hammerstein’s nior Kiley Clements — realize the little details, Enchanted Edition, a mix such as nods to Disney By Jillian Amodio Maine” is still one of the of the Disney classic and and physical elements of most-produced full-length the 1997 movie starring the set that tie into the roadneck High School plays in high schools through- Whitney Houston. plot, that are embedded is set to feature its fall out the nation. “Most people would within the show. Student Btheater production, “Al- Last year, Broadneck’s think of the animated director Lucy Feldmann most, Maine,” a lighthearted production of “Antigone” won one, so I think it will and sophomore Leslie yet introspective romantic several awards at the annual be an interesting Robinson have been set- comedy written by John Cappies Gala. When asked twist to see the other ting up tea parties with Cariani. why this story,” said sophomore the cast before matinees The entire produc- Ryan Koutras. and contests for elemen- play takes tion was When asked about tary school kids to win place over the selected what will make this show free tickets and even be same 10-min- for fall, memorable, Koutras em- cast as young Cinderella. ute times- theater phasized the layered ideas Make sure to see the pan, art- program added by director Atticus whimsicality of these fully depicted director Boidy. Whether it be the students’ talent and through nine Kevin professionally made pup- ambition in this classic vignettes. Whewell said that recent pets or the coordinated fairytale. Audience members are productions such as “And color scheme, the show The show is set to run invited to explore themes of Then There Were None” and November 15-23. More love, loss and redemption in a “Antigone” were both heavier information on competi- remote, fictional town called and more serious productions. Leslie Robinson (left) and tions, tea parties, and Almost, Maine. This produc- The department wanted to Nick Ivey star as Cinderella tickets can be found at tion first premiered at the lighten the tone for its next and the prince, respectively, www.sphsdrama.com. In Portland Stage Company in production, and expand the in SP Stage Company’s the words of senior Jared 2004 and immediately broke student experience with dif- production of “Cinderella: Smith, “this show’s one box office records. “Almost, »»Continued on B14 The Enchanted Edition.” for the books!” Witness The Circle Of Life During Arnold Teen Stage & Screen’s “The Lion King Jr.” Honored For on November 1 to start its “The Lion King eight-show run. Jr.” will bring Community Work “There are definitely characters to certain expectations, but life with I wanted to exceed those makeup and expectations,” said Pete green screen Garvey, who is direct- technology. ing the show. “I want people to come here and be that his father transported.” is still alive. The show uses full- The monkey motion backdrops to give then takes the the actors and the audience skeptical Simba By Megan Ruge the feel that they are in take about eight hours to to the water to show him the story. film and two more weeks to the truth. tage & Screen Studios “Our goal is to transport edit and finalize. “[Rafiki] motions to the will open its immer- them … it’s not just seeing Green screen was used movie screen and we see Ssive production of a show, it’s about feeling an for the famous scene where Simba’s reflection. Simba Disney’s “The Lion King Jr.” experience,” Garvey said. Rafiki tells a grown Simba says, ‘That’s just my reflec- “Taking them tion,’” Garvey said. “Rafiki away into this says, ‘No, look closer’ and awesome story.” then his reflection dissolves Garvey said into Mufasa’s face.” the studio uses Another use of the green green screen screen includes putting technology to hyenas on the rocks in the film a lot of background. the actors and Also bringing the show to sequences that life is a cast of 38 students, then become ranging in age, from about backdrops. All 20 local schools. Garvey of the green said that a lot of emphasis screen scenes »»Continued on B14 In September, Severn School senior Mackenzie Boughey became the first-ever recipient of a Tribute to Women and Principal Spotlight Industry (TWIN) Award in the youth category. Deneen Houghton By Haley Weisgerber honor the 26 lives lost,” said choose and why? Boughey. “That inspired me Oak Hill Elementary A: When playing games ackenzie Boughey, to do something; I wanted to ow well do you with family and friends, we a senior at Severn help everyone.” know the principal often choose Pictionary. It is MSchool, is the first- In 2018, after the Park- Hat your neighbor- a fun, interactive game; we ever youth recipient of a Trib- land, Florida shooting at hood school? We’re survey- spend a lot of time laughing. ute to Women and Industry Marjory Stoneman Douglas ing local principals to learn Q: Do you cook? What (TWIN) Award for her work High School, Boughey, then more about their hobbies, is your favorite dish in establishing the March for a high school sophomore, their best stories and some to prepare? Our Lives Annapolis chapter. said she couldn’t understand facts that might surprise A: I am not a great cook. I The TWIN award ceremony why school shootings kept you. Our first volunteer am fortunate that my hus- has been hosted by the YWCA happening. was Nuria Williams of band is a wonderful cook, of Annapolis and Anne The victims ’ families and Magothy River Middle and he enjoys cooking. I love Arundel County since 1985 survivors used their voices School. Now, get to know any type of seafood. and recognizes professional and took a stand against gun Deneen Houghton of Oak Q: What was your least women in the following fields: violence in schools. This was Hill Elementary. favorite food as a child? nonprofits or community, the beginning of March for Oak Hill Elementary School Principal Deneen Houghton Do you still hate it or do health, education, environ- Our Lives, a youth campaign Q: How long have you enjoys horseback riding and camping. you love it now? ment, the arts, and business that brought together millions been at Oak Hill Elemen- A: As a child, my least and the next generation of people to put an end to tary School? art that are then auctioned My husband, daughter and favorite food was spaghetti, of leaders. senseless gun violence, and A: 12 years off during the live auction. I enjoy trail-riding with and my parents had it once Boughey, who was nomi- Boughey was inspired to start Q: What is your fa- Each year, the event has a friends through various a week. Although I will eat it nated by Douglas Lagarde, the a chapter in her community. vorite part of being a theme. Last year, it was a places in Maryland, such now, spaghetti is still one of headmaster of Severn School, “They called for ‘sister principal? western hoedown, and this as Patapsco State Park and my least favorite foods. did not expect anything to marches,’ so I brought their A: My favorite part about year, it is “Caddy Shack”. The Gunpowder Falls. Q: What’s the scariest come from the nomination. message to Annapolis,” being a principal is interact- event builds community and Q: Which decade do you thing you’ve ever done? “In late August, I got an said Boughey. ing with the students. There relationships as parents and love the most and why? A: I ziplined in Gator- email from the YWCA with Over 2,500 people showed is so much joy when visit- staff attend this fun-filled A: I like the ‘80s. I enjoy land while in Florida. The some information and put up in Annapolis on March 24 ing classrooms and seeing evening together. the music from the 1980s. ziplines were all through it aside to read later,” said to convey their message to students grow academically The second event is our Q: What is your fa- the park, high above the Boughey. “I showed the email lawmakers. and socially. Race for Education. The vorite professional alligators. to my parents and they were “At the march, I told ev- Q: Which school event entire day is devoted to sports team? Q: If you have a day like, ‘Mackenzie, this says eryone that we weren’t done do you look forward to student fitness. Each grade A: I am a Ravens fan. I with absolutely no plans, you won.’” there,” said Boughey. the most each year? level has an hour to run, jog have season tickets. I went how do you spend it? Boughey said her love of Since then, Boughey has A: Two events I enjoy are or walk around a track. Par- to the Super Bowl when A: If I had a day without community service comes organized letter-writing cam- our silent and live auction ents and family members they played the San Fran- plans, I would spend it at my from her parents. paigns to legislators, round- and our Race for Education. are welcome to participate cisco 49ers. horse club horseback riding “When I was in elemen- table discussions to establish The silent and live auction in this event. Q: You’re gathering with my husband and my tary school, after the [Sandy connections, and heard a lot of is an event held for Oak Hill Q: What’s something friends or family to daughter. We often camp af- Hook Elementary School] solutions. parents. Weeks leading up interesting most people play a board game, card ter horseback riding, so we shooting, my parents and I “There has been some to the event, grade levels don’t know about you? game or video game. often sit around a campfire participated in the 26 Random push-back and a lot of ageism. create beautiful pieces of A: I have four horses. Which game do you with family and friends. Acts of Kindness campaign to »»Continued on B14 B14 November 1, 2019 Severna Park voice

I would switch places with Alex Morgan because I Jones Elementary School would like the feeling of being famous and she is my favorite player of my favorite sport. Andrea Rom I would trade places with Max Scherzer, the Nats pitcher, since he controlled the pace of the Nats game in Question the World Series. of the month Nate Sanders I would switch places with my brother because he is ach month, the Severna older. I think I would be a EPark Voice poses a ques- lot more mature and would tion to a local fifth-grade have a lot more stuff to do. class. This month, students Aiden Santiago from Mrs. Fickinger’s class at Jones Elementary an- If I can switch places with swered the question: someone, I would with my dad because he is kind, hon- If you could switch est and funny. places with one Tristen Spruill Mrs. Fickinger’s class answered the question, “If you could switch places with one person for a day who would it be?” I would switch with Katie person for a day, Ledecky. She’s strong and who would it be and I would be the richest author of my favorite book Evgeny Kuznetsov, because and be very rich. I could give smart, and for the day, what would you do? person in the world, and “Out of My Mind.” I would I love skating and I want to my friends money. I would swim and race what I would do is donate be able to publish a book do the “Kuzy bird.” Ulysses Nelson against all the boys. I would switch places with to St. Jude for kids that of my own. Griffin Grotheer I would switch places with Cassie Steppe have cancer. Kazu Kibuishi so I could Haley Elfenbein If I could switch places with Aunt Brigid. I would switch I would switch places with publish books and become a Nick Cregar If I could trade places with one person for a day, I would with her because she is an Marshmello because he is famous comic book person I would switch places with one person, it would be choose my cousin Josh. I amazing athlete, is very a cool DJ. for a day. Haley because she is nice someone with cancer. I would choose him because kind, and is a strong per- Matthew Stimpson Nathan Bergman and friendly. I would like to would take the pain from his kind and responsible. son over all. If I were a Power Ranger, I switch places with her be- their body, and they could I would switch with Carson Megan Guerette Keira Noonan would do good. cause she is always helpful. feel happiness again. Wentz so I could play quarter- My brother Christian I would like to switch with Grayson Twentymon back for the Eagles. I would Matthew Dempsey Destiny Felder because he is a rapper and I Abraham Lincoln so I could I would want to switch like to do this because he is Tom Brady is a good I would want to switch would make a song. see what it is like beyond places with Simone Biles. super-duper good. quarterback. I want to be a places with a CEO of an the grave. Matthew Jones I could do amazing gym- Jack Bigelow quarterback in football. orange manufacturing com- I would be the owner Liam Norton nastics skills and I would pany so I could organize a If I could, I would switch plac- Ryan Dempsey of PetSmart because I Ryan and Matthew J. would practice and perform. soccer game played with an es with Alex Morgan because If I got to switch places for love pets. be the people I would switch Evie Vanech I love soccer and I would play a day, I would switch places ultra-big tangerine. places with. They are very Leif Michelsen Zach Ertz because he’s super soccer for the whole day. with the author Sharon M. Liam Garman good friends! Jeff Bezos because I could rich, famous and awesome. Reagan Cotgreave Draper because she is the I would switch places with Ian Polvani mail myself all his money Brenden Woods Witness The Circle Of Life Arnold Teen Honored For Community Work »»Continued from B13 and she has been looking for Boughey, who is graduat- or if I’ll start a chapter,” During “The Lion King Jr.” People don’t think we’re old solutions from people of all ing this spring, will attend said Boughey. »»Continued from B13 their characters. enough to have a voice,” said political backgrounds. Washington College in the fall Boughey has started the is put on the actors becom- “It helps transport [the Boughey. “Gun violence affects “People are divided in to study political science or process of looking for a leader ing the characters they are actors] as well,” Garvey everyone. If something affects national politics, and nothing sociology. of the Annapolis chapter after portraying. said. “They kind of become you, you should have a say.” is getting done,” said Boughey. “I’m hoping to bring the she graduates. “It’s not just about repeat- the characters.” All of the negativity has “I want to start up a conversa- March for Our Lives message She hopes to work in social ing lines or memorizing The makeup is expected inspired Boughey to take a dif- tion from the middle and get with me to college. I just don’t justice and bridge the gap lines,” he said. “It’s really to take about two hours ferent approach to her efforts, everyone to compromise.” know if it will be a few events, between people and politics. about where these charac- to complete, meaning cast ters are, where they’re com- members will arrive three ing from and where they are hours prior to prepare. going in the story.” Overall, Garvey said Broadneck High Presents A Play Worth Rooting For Garvey found it im- working with a group of »»Continued from B13 unique stages and angles will take away or how they wouldn’t have guessed that portant that the actors students produced a ma- ferent styles. are portrayed through each will react to the performance, when I auditioned, I would understand the words jor reward. “I want my students to vignette featuring various Whewell replied, “Because of actually be welcomed a seat spoken in Zulu so they re- “We’ve got a wonder- be challenged,” Whewell characters. the inherent humanity of the at the table. However, I was, ally understand what they ful family here,” Garvey said, “and they are with “Some are about loss — characters, I think everyone, and I’m ineffably thankful. were saying. said. “They play off of one this script.” some, redemption. But all regardless of age, will relate As for the show, ultimately “It really takes time in another, they play with While the play might seem are deeply, utterly human,” to the incidents depicted.” the varying types of actors in the process of directing the one another. It’s a great, simplistic, once the actors Whewell said. “Each character Cast members for this ‘Almost, Maine’ are beauties show to help the talent dis- healthy learning environ- get deeper into the script has been hurt in some way, production include Jerrel to behold. Everyone man- cover what it means to be a ment where they’re all very and its intentions, the play and that pain lends depth to Barnes, Winnie Carlton, ages to take me entirely by character,” Garvey said. comfortable.” takes on a more complicated, their performance, even in Paul Cosby, Katherine surprise in some form or The production also uses Tickets are available at emotional and in-depth view, the most funny of scenes.” Dreiss, Jordan Fuhrman, another, [which] goes to show an expert makeup artist to www.stagescreenstudios. looking at love from vari- This production takes a Owen Hoggard, Blake how passionate each solitary help the students get into ticketleap.com/lionking. ous angles and stages. These universal approach to looking Martin, Virginia Mar- person is in this show.” at love and is all inclusive zoratti, Gwen McCarren, Dates for the show are in its narrative, including Sedona Salb, Katie Thayer, November 21, 22 and 23 at Your children will spend over half of their waking hours at school. a depiction of a same-sex Hadlee Walker, Kestrel 7:00pm. Tickets are $10 for relationship and their unique Watson, and Sarah Wilde. adults and $5 for children and experience. When asked what Cast member Blake Martin students. Tickets will be sold he hopes audience members remarked, “As a freshman, I at the door.

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By Haley Weisgerber on how to do it,” said Heath. become successful in what- Garrett Bulgin, former “And I like to get my prod- ever career path they choose senior patrol leader of Boy The Severna Park High uct out to them and inspire in the future,” and encour- Scout Troop 918 and current School Signature Program them to start creating.” age them to think about senior at Severna Park High hosted its annual entrepre- Brack hopes that this starting their own business School, received scouting’s neur fair on October 24, to event will “help [students] down the line. highest award, the rank of get students thinking about Eagle Scout, during his Eagle their future. Court of Honor, October 12 at “Our Signature Program Woods Memorial Presbyte- is business, innovation and rian Church. leadership,” said Joanne The Eagle Scout rank is Brack, Signature Program recognized across the coun- facilitator. “This is our try and has represented a SPHS senior Garrett Bulgin sixth annual entrepreneur milestone of accomplishment received scouting’s highest fair, and it is a wonderful since 1912, according to the award, the rank of Eagle opportunity for students Boy Scouts of America web- Scout, during his Eagle to experience an entrepre- site. “Those who have earned Court of Honor, October 12 neurship mindset and to the Eagle Scout rank count it at Woods Memorial learn the journey from local among their most treasured Presbyterian Church. entrepreneurs.” achievements. Eagle Scout is Local entrepreneurs were not just an award; it is a state leader of how not to behave; invited to share their jour- of being,” according to the site. how to conduct myself prop- ney and offer students ad- Bulgin echoed those senti- erly,” Bulgin said. vice on starting businesses. ments and said that earn- “I took all those negative “I’m really interested in ing Eagle Scout was always lessons and made sure I be- entrepreneurship, so it’s re- his goal when he started came nothing like that when ally entertaining and enjoy- in Cub Scouts more than a I was senior leader. It also able,” said Drew Griswold, a decade ago. taught me how to stand up student. “There are so many “I started with Cub Scouts for myself.” varieties of businesses, when I was 6 years old and Being able to lead is a and I like that the majority bridged into Boy Scouts in requirement to achieve Eagle of these people are from 2013,” explained Bulgin, who Scout, especially when it Severna Park.” is also actively involved with comes to the service project One keynote speaker, Venture Crew, which emphasis requirement. tor; determined and collected James Henson of Henson adventure, leadership, per- “Instead of being told what the pieces, tools and resources; and Associates, is a SPHS sonal growth, and service. “It service project you have to and coached the scouts of alum. After graduating, started with me being young do, you have to plan out the Troop 918 through the build- Henson found his passion and just wanting to be the service project from start to ing process. in finance and now owns a highest rank possible. What finish,” said Bulgin. “The point Bulgin is looking forward financial consulting agency. it means to be an Eagle Scout of it is to give leadership to to graduation and plans to Local businesses included has definitely taken root. An your troop.” attend Anne Arundel Com- Keller Williams Flagship Eagle Scout is all about giving For his service project, munity College to start while of Maryland, LRN2DRIVE, back, and that’s just how my Bulgin talked to the leaders he figures out his next path. Spring Arbor Senior Living, personality has been. … Giv- at his church and discovered In the meantime, he’ll con- FantaSEA Aquariums, and ing back is what I am.” that they could use a table for tinue with Venture Crew and Severna Park Automotive. Over the years, he has their outdoor worship space. continue finding paths to hike Also present was Ellie Heath earned nearly 50 merit badges He coordinated with the pas- and explore. , a Severna Park student for various skills and accom- who owns and operates plishments. His development her own repurposed denim as a leader stands out when he jacket business called Three reflects on his time in scouts; WRIGHT ORTHODONTICS Blue Bunnies. lessons learned through a time www.orthowright.com “It’s important for stu- of adversity. Benjamin Wright, DMD, LLC dents to learn about busi- “At one point, I was bullied ness because if they want Local entrepreneurs were invited to Severna Park High by my senior patrol leader, so Severna Park 410-544-0072. 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local nonprofits. concept, Jones, Reed and three nonprofits chosen at event organizers, helped the Each teen brings a mon- Smith were all in. random were Fridays for group reach $1,000. (L-R) Caroline Smith, Alexandra Jones and Rachel etary donation, nominates “We got the idea from a Future Annapolis, a group So what’s next for the Reed started a Severna Park chapter of 100 Teens a nonprofit by writing its friend of ours, and also our spreading awareness about newly established chapter Who Care so their peers could spread awareness name on a slip of paper, and parents who were involved climate change; Ellie’s Bus, of 100 Teens Who Care? The about their favorite nonprofits. drops that paper into a fish in 100 Women Who Care which supports mental girls plan to hold another bowl. Three slips are fished Annapolis,” Smith said. “We health awareness and suicide event around February. In By Zach Sparks a group; they empowered from the bowl at random, didn’t have anything like this prevention; and Maryland the meantime, they hope the [email protected] their peers to advocate for and the nominating teens at Severna Park High School Animal Sanctuary & Rescue event not only raised money causes that demonstrate make their case for their that was youth-oriented.” Organization. for charity but also raised When Alexandra Jones, their passions. organizations during a brief The girls held their inau- Ellie’s Bus was chosen by awareness, spread knowledge Rachel Reed and Caroline A giving circle, 100 Teens pitch. Attendees then vote gural meeting on October the teens as the recipient and gave hope. Smith started a Severna Park Who Care works by bringing by secret ballot to choose the 13 at the Whitehurst Club- of the funds. The students “We want to give more chapter of 100 Teens Who youth together to share infor- recipient of all the funds. house, with more than 30 raised $500, and two adult exposure to small charities,” Care, they didn’t just create mation about their favorite Once they heard about the students in attendance. The donors, unrelated to the Jones said. St. Martin’s To Debut New Building Code Orange: Anne Arundel The building offers four new state-of-the-art Schools Celebrate Unity Day classrooms, administrative offices, a science labora- tory, and an art studio for students and staff to enjoy. “This project is the first of its kind for the St. Martin’s community,” said Jill Rowlett, director of development and market- ing at St. Martin’s. “We are looking forward to enter- ing through one safe and secure entrance, a bright By Haley Weisgerber dents are expected to be and useful art studio, as in the building as early well as an age-appropriate St. Martin’s-in-the-Field as December. learning space for our Episcopal School is updat- “The addition will have middle school students.” ing its campus to improve many student-centered Families interested in the learning experience features and will be used visiting St. Martin’s-in-the- On October 23, students across Anne Arundel County wore orange and participated in for students. primarily for middle school Field Episcopal School are special projects to unify against bullying and to celebrate National Bullying Prevention The construction on a teaching and learning,” invited to an open house Month. Benfield Elementary (left) and Belvedere Elementary (right) students were new building wrapped said Jamey Hein, head of on Monday, November 11, especially active. Be sure to read the full story at www.severnaparkvoice.com. up in October, and stu- school at St. Martin’s. from 9:00am to noon. Happy Thanksgiving from the Merchants of Park Plaza!

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