August 28, 2009

A Biweekly Newspaper August 28, 2009 Volume VI, Number 12.

Carl Hobbs (center) presents Don Full House Passions ran high during Kim said the future of the and Mary Lou Hoffacker with the August 20 meeting, with church was at stake as its mem- a special award, while Roger At Meeting raised voices and periodic ap- bership had gradually moved Strippey (wearing cap) observes. plause punctuating the dia- further north. The church See why in Tidbits on Page 14. For Proposed logue. Questions ranged from would not last another decade traffic studies and environmen- at its current location, he said. tal stewardship to the needs “We are trying to make our Church for the structure and liability By Kristen Milton congregation stay as a family.” should area wells be affected. Several opponents said Man Bae Kim of the they wanted to be clear that It was standing-room only church’s planning committee as residents of two counties they did not object to the repeatedly promised that citi- church itself, indeed admired gathered in a Frederick hotel zen concerns would be exam- to question plans for a large its good works, but believed the ined as the church prepares for location was inappropriate. church on Sugarloaf Mountain. an October 14 hearing before Global Mission Church of “This church is not being the Frederick County Planning built to serve the community The recently approved Town of Greater Washington, an Eng- Board but said much time, lish/Korean Southern Baptist being built upon,” said Eleanor Poolesville band shell will look money and effort had been Kotler of Dickerson. something like this, with better congregation based in Silver devoted to the current plans. Spring, hopes to build the Kim had no answer as grass and fewer palm trees. Read “I respect your opinions, to what would be done with about it on Page 3. 137,000-square-foot church on but at the same time I wish you about seventy-nine acres strad- the land should its permit be respected the opinion of Global rejected. A proposal for an dling the Montgomery/Fred- Mission Church and the mem- erick County line. Sole access animal hospital on the land had bers who have been praying already been rejected, he said. to the church would be by Old about this every day for four Hundred Road (Route 109). years,” he said.

and national organizations has Jamison positively shaped the future of agriculture, and it is why we Receives honor him today.” Sam Willett, Senior Direc- Highest Honor tor of Public Policy for the By Rande Davis National Corn Growers Associa- Betty Ritorto and Millie Bell tion echoed this praise for Mr. know how to do it right at a Local farmer, Charles “Ja- Jamison in stating, “Jamie has concert in the park. See more mie” Jamison, recently was the made a major contribution to the pictures in the Family Album on honored recipient of the presti- grain industry at the national lev- Jamie Jamison stands Page 2. gious Dr. James R. Miller Award el, serving in several capacities before his grain system presented by the Maryland with the association and always built in 1982. Grain Producers Association being available to us to represent (MGPA) at the Maryland Com- grain farmers in Washington.” never left the farm, the roots of modity Classic this past July. Jamie is the eldest son of which have been in the Jamison Established in 1988, this award Laura and Charles H. Jamison family for over a hundred years. recognizes the outstanding con- whose sons Frank, Bill, and While interviewing him in tributions of an individual to the Bobby carry on the real estate his large, arena-sized equestrian grain industry. In presenting the business Charles started after barn—(“just in case farming award, Chip Bowling, President farming in Poolesville. doesn’t make out”—which of the MGPA, noted that “Jamie After returning from mili- serves the dual purpose of is passionate about the future of tary service in Viet Nam (17th crop storage or, more often, a Carly Stoliker and her friends were garage for the array of mam- pretty busy this summer. Find out agriculture. His willingness to Air Cavalry – 4th Infantry Divi- share his extensive agricultural sion), Jamie tried his hand at real moth tractors, combines, and how in Youth Making a Difference tillers, he reflects in gratitude on Page 13. knowledge, experience, and estate—“I didn’t have my broth- time serving in roles with state ers’ gift of selling”—but his heart -Continued on Page 10. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

The Youth Group at Poolesville Presbyterian Church worked hard helping others this summer.

Music fans The Poolesville Military Support Group presents a Ernie Bradley enjoy a late $10,000 check to help support and the Grassy summer Fisher House. Pictured are Ridge Band sunset, a Richard MacKnight, Roger drew one of the picnic and Strippey, Bubby Pullen, Bill largest crowds great music. Poole, Maurice Borde (Fisher of the summer. House Representative), Paul Kelly, Mary Lou Hoffacker, Ella Edwards enjoys a magic show Don Hoffacker, and Carl in the park with her grandfather, Hobbs. Victor Lundberg. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page  September. and a belief that the town should that of the other buildings. Public The long-anticipated award- Local News “walk before we run,” he could restrooms (a requirement for the ing of a contract to design and not support the building of the approval of the $100,000 grant construct a Poolesville skate- park. provided by Maryland Heritage) Town board park was approved for After many months of will have a peaked roofline very Artisan Skateparks, a specialty reworking designs, the town similar to the entrance of the Government designer and builder of skate Parks Board submitted a design town hall. parks for over twenty-five years. for a performance band shell at The covered stage will be Report The contract is for $150,000 with Whalen Commons. While similar thirty-eight feet wide, twenty feet the total cost estimated to be to the one pictured with this arti- deep, with a peak twenty-one feet Commissioners $243,000. The cost of the park cle, the final product has incorpo- high. The band shell will be locat- is budgeted through a $175,000 rated many design changes that ed on the east side of the park (to Tackle Heavy grant from a bond bill sponsored would better blend with the town the right when facing Town Hall) by Senator Rob Garagiola, and hall and accompanying shop- and to the front quadrant clos- To-Do List includes $60,000 set aside from ping center next to the park. The By Rande Davis previous yearly budgets. While roof and brick siding will match -Continued on Page 6. final details of the design will The commissioners of be forthcoming, the park, to be Poolesville worked their way located behind Selby’s Market through a heavy agenda at the on town property designated August 17 town meeting. The as Parcel Lot 840, will be over actions taken included: awarding 6,300 square feet and will entail a contract to build the skateboard multiple skill levels to accommo- park, approving a design for date beginners as well as more the new band shell performance accomplished skateboarders. stage for Whalen Commons, The vote of approval was 4-1 amending the budget to cover with Commissioner Jerry Klobu- the expense of repairs of a pump kowski voting against the plan. station, turning down a waiver Voicing concern over the actual request from Winchester homes, number of skateboarders in town and approving to schedule six of and negative comments from nine proposed town ordinance constituents, Mr. Klobukowski changes for public hearing in stated that due to those concerns August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

Letter to the Editor

For the past three years, I have bands, school groups, and everyone been the co-chair of the commit- in the community could now have tee charged with organizing the a dependable date to block out each Poolesville Day festival after Jake year. The extra time has proven Perkins passed away. I have had a particularly helpful to the students terrific time working with a great for planning and implementing team of community volunteers their event activities. who have given their time unself- Like most well-intended ishly in the effort, especially my decisions, there are unintended co-chair Bridget Burke. With her consequences. Over the next eleven experience in event organizing years, the Jewish Holidays will fall along with the individual efforts of on the third Saturday on three occa- others, too many to name, we have sions: Rosh Hashanah this year and put together a nice event. 2020, and Yom Kippur in 2010. Early in 2007, we realized Since the holidays fall on that there were several issues that different Saturdays each year ac- needed to be addressed. First, there cording to the Jewish calendar, the were complaints about the event Poolesville Day Committee had a ending early with most leaving by difficult decision when made aware 2:00 p.m. We thought if we brought of the conflict this past spring. After in a headliner band in the mid-af- a lot of agonizing, we decided that ternoon that the crowds would stay for the sake of planning a better longer. This seems to have worked. event, it was better for the entire There were complaints about community to keep the fixed date. the early September hot weather I know I speak for the that kept some people home; so Poolesville Day Committee in we moved the date to the third apologizing for any bad feelings Saturday of September, and so far, brought to our Jewish neighbors fingers crossed, the weather has and friends. This decision was not been better. made callously or thoughtlessly The third Saturday date and certainly was not meant to has helped with other planning offend. challenges. A fixed date makes Poolesville Day more consistent Brice Halbrook, Poolesville Day and predictable. Vendors, headliner Co-chairman

Although daunting, Riley fully Youth Sports remains confident, especially with the support and work of New Challenges Await coaches, staff, parents, and stu- dents. Mike Riley and “We are happy to be moving Clarksburg Football to the 3A division this year, and By Jeff Stuart it presents us with a challenge,” says Riley. “It will be nice to When Clarksburg High play more county teams and to School opened in 2006, Mike compete in a region where the Riley, as the new Athletic Direc- schools are closer.” The coming tor, had the key responsibility of season marks the first class of setting up Clarksburg’s athletic seniors that will have attended program. This task involved all four years at Clarksburg. “Our everything from picking new coaches have done a tremendous coaches to picking school colors job preparing our athletes and most and from ordering new uniforms of the coaches have been with us to forming a boosters club. Most since we have opened, and they of those unique tasks have been have built strong programs, both completed. The program has had athletically and academically. Our a good deal of success. Now, football program has been very suc- however, there are growing pains, and with them come new -Continued on Page 15. and different sets of challenges. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page  Things to Do historical groups, living history presentations, exhibits, lectures, August 29 videos, music and, of course, a PHS Music Boosters Carwash birthday cake! For more up-to- Fundraiser date information, call 301-762- Selby’s Market, 10:00 a.m. to 1492 or look on the web at www. 3:00 p.m. montgomeryhistory.org. Clarksburg Baseball Beall-Dawson Historical Registration Is Closing Park, 103 West Montgomery There are only a few open- Avenue, Rockville ings left for the CSA Fall 2009 Free Rec Baseball season. Nine-, ten-, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. eleven-, and twelve-year-olds may still register online at www. September 8 CSAsports.org. Register today Commissioners of Poolesville Town to ensure your spot on the team. Meeting For more information, contact Poolesville Town Hall [email protected]. Multiple Public Hearings Scheduled September 2 See: Local News - Town Art League Meeting Government this issue The Art League of German- 7:30 p.m. town will meet at 7:15 p.m. in the Gallery at the BlackRock Center September 11 for the Arts in Germantown. The Poolesville to Host Sneak program will be Show and Tell, Preview of Ken Burns miniseries: where members and guests may The National Parks: America’s Best bring one or two pieces of their Idea. fine art or fine crafts to show. The Heritage Tourism Al- This program introduces guests liance of Montgomery County and members to each other (Heritage Montgomery), in through the sharing of their art. co-sponsorship with the C&O Annual dues will be collected Canal National Historical from members. Questions? Please Park (NPS) and the Town of check the website at www.alog. Poolesville, will host a preview org. screening of the upcoming Ken Burns documentary, The September 3 National Parks: America’s Best September Monthly Ski Club Idea. Meeting The series tells the story of The Frederick Ski Club will a uniquely American idea—that hold its September meeting at our nation’s most special places Edo Japanese Cuisine. The meet- should be preserved for the use ing is free and everyone is wel- and enjoyment of all people. come. Come and hear about the The twelve-hour, six-part series variety of events taking place this will premiere on PBS stations on fall as well as our plans for next Sunday, September 27. season’s ski trips. Social hour A special forty-five-minute is at 7:00 p.m. with the meeting preview of the documentary beginning at 8:00 p.m. Edo is will be shown on a large out- located at 190 Thomas Johnson door movie screen on Whalen Drive, Frederick. For additional Commons, 19701 Fisher Avenue information, email VPCommu- in the Town of Poolesville on [email protected]. Friday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. Bring the kids and have a September 6 picnic. Light refreshments will Happy Birthday Montgom- be available. This free event will ery County! is a community provide a wonderful opportu- day celebrating Montgomery nity to showcase Montgomery County’s 233rd birthday. Explore County and the significance of Montgomery County’s history at this special day with activities, -Continued on Page 11. a history hunt, displays by local Paid for by Sugarloaf August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

“Town Government” Continued in all zones, but visibility in com- requires all special exceptions gravel base, which is not cur- From Page 3. mercial zones is restricted and and variances to be forwarded to rently required. the Poolesville Planning Com- Mr. Kuhlman also announced est to Fisher Avenue to the right must seek an approval by special mission for review and recom- a tentative agreement on a pro- of the current arbor entrance. exception. mendation. posed amendment to the County Construction should begin this Geothermal energy is recom- Public hearings on Sep- Council and supported by Coun- fall once a Request for Proposal mended in only grid-type units tember 21 also include public cilman Mike Knapp that will (RFP) is issued in order to award as they only have to be dug ten comments on Ordinance 176 require that funds (amount to be a contract. The current gazebo at feet into the ground, whereas which will adopt the Montgom- determined) from speed cameras the rear is being considered for well-type units require a depth of ery County limits on parking by within municipalities go to those demolition by the commission- approximately 150 feet. commercial vehicles, RVs, and municipalities. It is expected to ers, although a final decision on There are five ordinance buses on public roads for more be introduced at the start of the that has not been affirmed. changes scheduled for public than eighteen hours. Ordinance session. The commissioners approved hearing on September 8. Their 178 will add a minimum paving the request of the town manager topics are: Anti-Blight (171) standard for all new roads in to amend the budget to cover the which restricts outside storage of Poolesville to include a six-inch cost of repairs to the twenty-year- construction equipment/material, old pump station near Hunters incomplete construction, solid Run. waste accumulation, inoper- A new Alternative Energy able vehicles, missing windows, Ordinance developed by the siding and/or doors. Ordinance planning commission deal- 172 permits the sale of Christ- ing with windmill, solar, and mas trees by nonprofits having geothermal alternative energy a paved parking lot of at least systems was scheduled for a twenty cars. Sales will be allowed public hearing on September from December 1 to December 21. The proposal recommended 25. Ordinance 173 changes the wind turbine generators only in sideline setback for accessory the Rural Density Transfer Zone (storage) buildings from ten with heights not to exceed 150 feet to five feet. Ordinance 174 feet or more than 30 feet above prohibits any special exception surrounding canopy. Solar units for materially increasing the are recommended to be allowable number of vehicles on a shared driveway. Finally, Ordinance 175 August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

Local News a memorandum of understanding (MOU) has not yet been satisfactorily Winchester completed and urged the commis- sioners not to approve the waiver at Waiver Request this time. Another property owner was reported to be out of town and Denied unavailable to give testimony re- garding his concerns or to provide a At the recent town meeting, the statement on his satisfaction in meet- Commissioners of Poolesville de- ing the terms of the MOU. Also, the nied a special request to Winchester property owners voiced objections to Homes, the builder of Stoney early morning and very late working Springs, a ninety-eight home de- hours on road construction which velopment in the town. The builder disturbed their peace and which is wanted to close on the sale of three against town and county ordinances. homes scheduled for the first part of Without having approval of satisfac- September, but current agreements tion by the property owners, along restrict those sales until ownership with other certification requirements, of a well (the Schraf Well) on the the commissioners denied the waiver property is transferred to the town. request. Commissioner Kuhlman Under current agreement, also adamantly stated that the town transfer of title of the wells cannot will monitor working hours at the happen until the well is fully certi- development and will file a com- fied. Part of the certification process plaint if compliance on time restric- requires that new wells are dug for tions of construction is not followed. six property owners located near Mike Lemon, representing Win- Stoney Springs, and that the owners chester Homes at the meeting, acknowledge their satisfaction after apologized to the property own- the installation of the wells. ers and to the commissioners for Steve Goldberg offered pub- the early and late working hours lic testimony regarding his and and gave assurances that the off- another homeowner’s concerns that hour work would not continue. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 

plants that have “lily” as part of six feet and did not need staking. blooms. Oriental lilies have been In the Garden their common name (such as day- That is quite a recommendation. crossed with the taller Trumpet lily, Peace Lily, Blackberry Lily, A lily is one fantastic plant. to create a new grouping called Royalty of the water lily, and Agapanthus, the In nature, different species can be Orienpets. These hybrids have African Lily) are not true lilies. found at high altitudes, others at splendidly combined the best of Garden True lilies belong to the genus low altitudes; some inhabit the both parents and fill the gap in By Maureen O’Connell Lilium; they grow from bulbs desert, while others are found bloom time between the two. In made of fleshy overlapping scales in damp meadows. They origi- many catalogs that carry lilies, As we come to the end of with no protective covering. They nate from both dry and humid you can sometimes find some August, our thoughts and ef- have stiff stems with narrow climates and from cold and warm rare hybrids. Five years ago, I forts take a new direction from leaves from top to bottom, and regions. Lilies comprise a genus planted ‘White Lace,’ a hybrid of the laid-back days of summer: large, showy flowers develop at of about 110 species in the lily a rare Chinese lily and an Asiatic children are heading back to the tip of each stem. They may be family Liliaceae. They range from lily. This is one beautiful lily, It school, vacations are over for trumpet-shaped, bowl-shaped, miniatures to majestic eight-foot has large, recurved white blooms, many people, and daily sched- or bell-shaped. Interestingly, dif- show stoppers. The two most gorgeously freckled in deep rose, ules become more crowded and ferent varieties have flowers that popular types for gardens are and it has been blooming and demanding. The hot, dog days of look downwards, outwards, or the Asiatic and the Oriental lil- multiplying faithfully ever since. August might have taken a toll are turned upward. They come ies. The former are allegedly the Its six-inch blooms sit on five-foot on your garden, but early fall is in an amazingly-wide variety of easiest to grow, but I have seen stalks that attract hummingbirds an important time for gardens; colors with subtle or bright mark- no difference in this regard with and butterflies by the dozens in it is the ideal time for planting ings of speckles, polka dots, or the latter. Another lesser-known the first weeks of early summer. spring- and summer-flowering stripes. Many of them carry the variety is the Trumpet/Aure- The following is a list of some of bulbs. When you mention bulbs, most intoxicating scent of all the lian lilies. Growing easily up to my favorite lilies that have grown many people think of tulips and flowers of the garden. ‘Star Gaz- eight feet, they are the grand- very well in Monocacy Country. daffodils, but there are many er,’ an Oriental lily, captures first est and tallest of the genus. The Asiatic lilies include: Elodie, other varieties of bulbs. With our prize in this category, with ‘Casa familiar Easter Lily falls into ‘Scarlet Emperor,’ ‘Endless Love,’ Monocacy area’s prolific deer Blanca,’ another Oriental, coming this group. All of these lilies are ‘First Love,’ and ‘Mount Duck- population, I have all but given in at a close second. These plants very hardy for our area and are ling.’ My favorite Oriental lilies up growing tulips. I would like are incredibly hardy, pest and not particularly fussy about soil. are: ‘Stargazer,’ ‘Casa Blanca,’ to tell you about one of my most disease resistant, and strong. This The Orientals and Trumpets favorite bulbs, the lily. year the stalks of the Oriental lily are best known for their heavy, -Continued on Page 9. What are true lilies? Many ‘Silk Road’ grew to a height of sweet perfume and large, exotic August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page  “Royalty” Continued From Page 8. Police Blotter: Present and Past By Jack Toomey Reports of disorderly conduct by Kemp who was obviously not ‘Golden Stargazer,’ and ‘Black - 17400 block of Hoskinson Road. dead but insisted that he had been Beauty.’ Orienpet lilies among Present Past shot in the head and chest. Moxley my favorites are: ‘Leslie Wood- examined Kemp and found no Online Reports August 31, 1933 A fire of an ruff,’ ‘Silk Road,’ ‘Scheherazade,’ gunshot wounds. Kemp finally Non-fatal vehicle collision re- undetermined origin destroyed and the hybrid ‘White Lace.’ admitted that he had met a man ports without associated incidents the home of Eaton Poole at his The best time to plant lily who was armed with a gun, and (i.e. DUI) are now available for farm located two miles from bulbs is in the fall, from mid- while trying to escape, he dived purchase online at www.mont- Poolesville. Residents of the area September through mid-October. into some woods which caused gomerycountymd.gov/accidentre- were reported to be concerned If you are buying locally, select minor injuries. ports. since this was the third fire of firm, plumb bulbs with good mysterious origin in the previous roots attached. If I am looking for September 4, 1986 One of The Vehicle Accident Report two weeks. a particular lily or a rare variety, the biggest train wrecks in years Purchase System (VARPS) enables I check the catalogs and websites happened at Boyds. A train car- users to find, purchase, and August 31, 1931 Seven of White Flower Farm, Wayside rying automobiles derailed in the download Montgomery County persons, including two women, Gardens, Breck’s, and the Lily early morning hours sending one Police non-fatal vehicle collision were arrested, and a quantity of Farm. There are other good, of seventeen derailed cars smash- or accident reports using a Visa or liquor was seized during a raid on reliable sources, but I have dealt ing into a house near the railroad a MasterCard online. a shack along the Conduit Road with these nurseries for years near Glen Echo. Police charged tracks. A couple sleeping in the and have always been pleased house were not injured, but their Thefts - Selby Court and the five of the occupants with disor- with their service and plant qual- house was destroyed. 20100 block of Fisher Avenue. derly conduct under a new law ity. Breck’s carries two particular Assaults - 17400 block of that allowed customers of liquor varieties that I like very much, September 7, 1957 Five Hughes Road, 17600 block of Col- dens to be arrested. the white Asiatic Carpet Bor- Montgomery County teenagers, lier Circle, 17600 block of Hughes der Lilies and the dark rose-red who had set fires and explosions Road. September 4, 1922 Sheriff Oriental Carpet Border Lily Moxley rushed to the home of around the county, were sen- ‘Starlight Night.’ They are respec- tenced in Juvenile Court. They Reports of drug use - Dicker- George Kemp at Barnesville after tively fifteen to eighteen inches were ordered to report to firehous- son Regional Park, 20700 Martins- receiving a report that Mr. Kemp high and twenty to twenty-two es around the county and wash burg Road, 19200 block of Wasche had been murdered. Arriving on inches high. They make a won- and shine the fire equipment. Road, Dickerson. the scene, Moxley was greeted derful front border mass planting with my roses. Lily bulbs need good drainage, so don’t plant them where there is standing water. Full sun exposure is very good, but they will also tolerate a little afternoon shade. Some years deer can be a problem, but as soon as the buds appear, I spray with Liquid Fence, and they don’t bother them. Plant some lilies in your gar- den this fall, and welcome royalty to your garden next summer. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 10

“Jamison Wins Award” Continued the massive enterprise, which weather. As Jamie says, “It’s a From Page 1. regularly stores 5,000 bushels of willingness to share the wealth of corn ready for shipment, is able knowledge.” Knowing they can on a lifetime of hard work and to load a trailer with 1000 bushels learn from each other’s successes risk-taking, never forgetting the of corn in ten minutes. and failures is key. That’s why humble beginnings of what is In giving the Monocle a tour, he has been successful, and that’s still a family farm. In a far corner, his pride of achievement, while why the MGPA awarded him its dwarfed by the huge state-of-the- evident, is not your standard highest honor. art green machines, sits a small, level of pride. It has to be called Time spent with Jamie is time 1949 Model “A” John Deere trac- farmer’s pride because Jamie, spent not simply with a farmer. tor similar to the 1946 model his in over two hours of conversa- It’s time with a philosopher, dad bought upon returning from tion, rarely users the first person economist (agronomist to be the Philippines after World War singular in describing the facility more exact), inventor, machinist, II. “When Pap began farming, he or its progress. More often than and humorist (Garrison Keillor, started with a horse and plow,” not, he gives out names—not eat your heart out). Time spent and that little tractor, which numbers or pats on his own back. with him is also a reminder of undoubtedly represented big It’s the pride in the boys (well, I just how important agriculture is progress to his dad. Jamie still guess I should say men now), in to this area and its history. We’ll smilingly recalls his dad explain- Steve Warfield, his valued em- follow up with more AgNews ing, “Why would I need more ployee of over twenty years (he later with Jamie explaining to us when I have four sons?” comes up with creative ideas and the significance of farming to our Kathy and Jamie Jamison does things with metal that only community and the nation, in- have sons, Joe, Pat, and Mike. an artist can do), and in all his novations such as no-till farming, The sons now manage the crop fellow sojourners and collaborat- and then bring additional stories farm (corn, soybeans, and wheat) ing innovators in farming. There of the other key leaders of agri- and have branched off a bit on were so many names I couldn’t culture who call the Monocacy their own with a sod venture. keep up, names like Henry area their home. In 1982, frustrated with dif- White, Dee Willard, Bob Raven, ficulties in accessing offsite grain David Weitzer, John Hunter, systems, Jamie built his own Tommy Butz, Sr., and more. grain system of truck scales, corn You see, success in farming dryers, and storage tanks. Today, is not just betting against the August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 11

The Pulse through the internet. The potable ously agreed to match donations All volunteers pay their own way, water situation will remain a chal- up to $10,000.00 through Septem- even covering their own meals so lenge as, thus far, it seems that all ber 2009. that they do not burden the parish. Progress Made sources of water on the island are Also joining the mission, Jack “The smaller missions are probably contaminated. The task of building says, “will be the Cates Bristol the most cost-effective” means of On School in a school for the parish of St. Joseph Foundation, a nonprofit organiza- donating and helping poverty in is under way, but far from com- tion dedicated to bringing reliable the Third World, Jack says. Not a Haiti plete, only the block walls, ceiling, and renewable sources of energy single penny is wasted. By Dominique Agnew and floor are in place. to those living in energy poverty. If you would like to support Again this fall, as last year, They will install solar photo voltaic the efforts of the school construc- Last December, the Monocacy Jack Reid and other volunteers will panels, lights, and electrical outlets tion, please send your tax-deduct- Monocle reported on the efforts visit St. Joseph’s with a medical at the school.” ible donation to St Mary’s Church, of St. Mary’s Catholic Parish in mission. They hope to also address Jack cannot emphasize enough P.O. Box 67, Barnesville, MD Barnesville to improve the basic the water supply with testing kits, that all monies raised go directly 20838; write “Haiti Fund” in the living necessities of its sister par- but the focus, apart from medical, to address the needs of the people. memo line of your check. ish, St. Joseph’s in Carcasse, Haiti is the school. At this time, funds when the twinning of the parishes are being raised to purchase the was established. necessary materials to complete These efforts began about the construction of the school— a year and a half ago when Jack cement, metal doors, metal Reid of Dickerson visited St. windows (the school would also Joseph’s to determine the needs of be a hurricane shelter as most the people and to create a priority parishioners live in homes built of list. It was quickly decided that thatch roofs and dirt floors)—and the first obstacles to tackle would to pay for seven teachers for be communication, potable water, one year. The total bill for the and education (the state school is completion of the school and in total disrepair). The communi- the teachers’ salaries comes to cation situation has been solved $23,500.00. This may seem like with the parish now able to com- a huge amount to raise, but an municate and gather information anonymous donor has gener- “Things to Do” Continued From Page 5. at [email protected] or Nicole Eyler at 301-874- 3751. the beautiful C&O Canal Na- September 19 tional Historical Park that runs Poolesville Day. www.poolesville- through it. day.com For additional information, October 2 contact Heritage Tourism Alli- Monocacy Lions Golf ance of Montgomery County at Tournament 301-515-0753 or director@heri- The premier charity golfing tagemontgomery.org. event of the season begins with lunch at 11:30 at the Poolesville September 12 Golf Course. Sponsor a team, Carroll Manor Community Day form a foursome, or sign up by Carnival Grounds in Adam- yourself and join a team. For stown, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. details, call Rande Davis (301- Come out and enjoy an 349-0070) or John Clayton (301- evening with family, friends, 349-0071) or visit www.monoca- and neighbors for a parade, float cyonline.com and download the contest, live entertainment, face registration form. painting, magician, caricature art- ist, dance presentation, elemen- tary school choral concert, local history, plus vendors: Pampered Chef and Silpada. Food includes pit beef platters, hamburgers, hot dogs, and more. For float entries and parade participation, contact Rick Buske August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 12

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rooms, and other similar repairs PPC Youth Group on on primarily trailer homes. Mission to Help Elderly Although expending long By Rande Davis working hours, the group report- ed not only achieving the goal of Eleven youth, ranging in making a difference in the living age from twelve to seventeen conditions of people in need, but from the Poolesville Presbyterian also were rewarded with a strong Church, joined by six adult men- sense of satisfaction in helping tors, traveled to Panther, West others. They came away feeling Virginia to perform home repairs that they received more than they and develop positive relation- gave. ships with needy folks in that The youth enjoyed meeting area. with the people, noting that once In their mission of assistance, a level of shyness was overcome, the young people worked hard they found the people engaging helping to repair floors, replace with great stories and lessons of toilets, fix ceilings, replace and life they might not have learned repair porches and roofs, paint elsewhere. As young representa- tives from Poolesville Presby- terian Church, they ventured Marketplace out with the hope of building relationships and as they would say, “become Ambassadors for Christ.” Outreach mission trips outside of Poolesville are usu- ally done annually at PPC, but -Continued on Page 15.

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Tidbits building. All cars, trucks, and requested. Illinois, Kentucky, Minnesota, motorcycles must be in place by All area car and motorcycle and ten other mid-western states. noon, and awards will be handed buffs are encouraged to enter Do you have an ash tree? Does it Poolesville Day Needs Your out immediately following the their vehicles into the show as have borer holes shaped like the “Cool” Car, Truck, or Motor- conclusion of the set (around quickly as possible since space letter D? Then Google “emerald cycle! 3:15 p.m.) of the Poolesville Day will be limited. Go to www.Pool- The Poolesville Day Com- ash borer” and you can find out headliner band—Scott Bandy and esvilleday.com or contact show more and find some help. mittee, Inc. is once again hosting Texas Heat. This is a Show and director Jim Brown (301-221- a Classic Rod, Car, Truck, and WRAMC Picnic at White’s Shine event. Judging will be con- 1988) for more information and Ferry a Success Motorcycle Show to be held on ducted by popular ballot from to find out how to register. Poolesville Day (September 19, The Poolesville Military Sup- spectators attending the show. Blue Bag Special 2009). The show will be featuring port Committee raised $10,000 First Place Trophies and a $50.00 Maybe you have seen the for the Fisher Houses, a residence antique, classic, and sports cars, Bassett’s Gift Certificate will be rectangular blue bags hanging trucks, and motorcycles from the program which provides “a home awarded to the entrants voted from trees all over the county. away from home” for military Poolesville area. “We’re always Most Popular in both Car/Truck These bags are trying to trap an looking for ways to expand the family members to be close to and Motorcycle categories. Tro- unwanted visitor that came here a loved one at a most stressful Poolesville Day experience,” said phies for 2nd Most Popular and from Michigan: the emerald ash Show Director Jim Brown, “and time—during hospitalization for Commissioner’s Choice will also borer. This pesky beetle came an illness, disease, or injury. The we know there are a lot of very be awarded in both categories. to Maryland in 2006, stopping cool cars and motorcycles in this funds came from donations and All vehicles must be in good to first in Prince George’s County. sponsors of the group’s annual area. We want Poolesville Day to excellent cosmetic/running condi- While the adult nibbles on ash be a great day to show off your picnic and fishing day for re- tion. No cars will be permitted foliage, it causes little damage, covering soldiers at Walter Reed pride and joy, and we want this onto the show field with primer but the larvae feeds on inner bark to be an annual attraction for Army Medical Center (WRAMC) paint. strangling the tree of water and in Bethesda. Poolesville Day attendees as well “The best part about this nutrients. How widespread is the as the local car and motorcycle Last spring, nearly five show is that specialty vehicle problem? That’s what the bags hundred area residents joined community.” owners get a chance to show off will tell. How damaging can the The car/truck show will be in welcoming over sixty sol- their rides in a low-pressure and emerald ash larvae be? It killed diers, their families, and staff held in the Healthworks park- fun environment,” said Brown. tens of millions of ash trees in ing lot on Fisher Avenue, and the from WRAMC at White’s Ferry. There is no fee to enter your southern Michigan alone, not to Maurice Borde of Fisher House at motorcycle show will be held in vehicle, but a $10.00 donation is mention similar devastation in front of the Jamison Real Estate -Continued on Page 15. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 15 “PPC” Continued From Page 13. “Tidbits” Continued From Page 14. one time a year. Don and Mary Lou Hoffacker, The young people attend- the Commissioners of Poolesville, many of the youth volunteer at ing this mission trip were Mary Montgomery County Fire and Gaithersburg’s The Lord’s Table, WRAMC thanked the group for Beliveau, Michael Beliveau, Kevin Rescue, MCFR-Task Force-TFI, an interdenominational soup the donation. “We have worked Beliveau, Allie Bowerman, Lori Montgomery County Career kitchen. While no decision has together for four years now in Defnet, Amy Defnet, Kristian Firefighters – IAFF-Local 1664, been made as to a destination support of Fisher House which Koeser, Emily Lowman, Katie Lewis Orchard, David Scott, R. next year, the group discussed provides housing and comfort to McFall, Carly Stoliker, and Ken- Edwin and Winsome S. Brown the possibility of finding a way our heroes and their families.” dall Ziner. Their adult mentors Foundation, Jim Dimopoulos, to do similar things right here in In acknowledging the group as were: Bob and Cathy Beliveau, and Leesburg Laser Center. the Poolesville area. Recognizing a whole, he also gave special Sarah Defnet, Susan Hanna, Katie the fabulous work of Rebuilding tribute to Roger Strippey and Hanna, and Carolyn McFall. Together, an annual local home Paul Kelly (recently home from Catherine Beliveau, one of the renovation project, the group Afghanistan). “There are no truer adult mentors, agreed to work came away from this trip with an patriots than Roger and Paul.” with them on this goal and invites idea to explore if a local interde- The committee wanted to interested church youth groups nominational program of assis- especially thank their sponsors: to contact her at crbeliveau@ tance could be developed so that verizon.net. such aid could come more than

“Riley Interview” Continued From Page 4. There are others to watch, including senior wide receiver and defensive cessful and this year will be a chal- back Ace Clark and senior running lenging year for them, no doubt.” backs DeSean Martinez (who also Under Head Coach Larry Hurd, plays defensive end) and Mike Clarksburg’s football team has made Dixon (also doing double duty as the 2A playoffs in each of the past a linebacker). Senior Brent Kidwell three seasons, going undefeated will start at fullback and double as in the last two regular seasons. It a linebacker. On the defensive line, has earned a reputation as one of the Coyotes will have seniors Calvin Montgomery County’s elite teams Dove and Jeff Gatling (also a tight in a short amount of time, win- end on offense). Senior Kyle Shafer ning the region in 2007, making the returns on the offensive line and at playoffs the last two years, but with linebacker. the move to 3A West, the Coyotes Looking at the other fall sports, will face a more difficult schedule, Riley thinks the Coyotes will remain opening the season at home against competitive as well. “I think we Seneca Valley (September 4) and should be strong this year in cross ending the regular season at home country and boys’ soccer with both against Wootton (November 6). of these squads having a good Along the way they will host 2008 chance for championships,” he said. 4A State Champion Quince Orchard He also expected success from the (October 9) who has dropped to other sports, as well: girls’ soccer, 3A this year. Road games include field hockey, volleyball, tennis, and Gaithersburg, Paint Branch, and golf. He noted that the graduation of Damascus, a consistent playoff team key seniors allows the new seniors and potentially the strongest team in to come to the fore. “We still expect the county. great things from this year’s senior Coach Hurd’s current squad is class,” he adds. not without talent and experience. “Our goals have remained He must replace the passing ability constant here,” continues Riley, who of former quarterback Cody Martin keeps his eyes on the broad picture. and the speed of Avery Graham, lost “We work hard to have competitive to graduation. On the positive side, teams that play by the rules and the Coyotes have emerging talent, have excellent sportsmanship. We many of whom play both offense also strive for all of our athletes to and defense. Their top receivers, maintain a high GPA all year long.” Andrew Veith and Sam Collins, Riley, who spent twelve years return. Both seniors will double as at Poolesville, was the 2007 recipi- defensive backs. Senior quarterback ent of the Maryland State Athletic Tyler Stevens will use his experience Directors Association Certificate of in trying to use Veith and Collins, Merit for fifteen years of outstanding hoping to spread out defenders. service. August 28, 2009 The Monocacy Monocle Page 16