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Buzz Working for Judge Orphan’s Court...... 4 Marie’s Beauty Salon...... 28 —Deb Spalding, Publisher C&K Grooming...... 16 Mark Long for County Council...... 4 Carriage House Inn...... 5 Mathias Repair...... 7 Table of Contents Catoctin Church of Christ...... 52 Melissa M. Wetzel CPA, PC...... 39 Around Town...... 9 In Their Own Words...... 32,33 Catoctin Dental...... 40 McDonald’s...... 52 Arts & Entertainment...... 44 Looking Back...... 28 Business News...... 10 Our Neighborhood Veterans...... 34 Catoctin Mountain Orchard...... 24 McLaughlin’s Heating Oils & L.P. Gas...... 32 Catoctin Chronicles...... 30 Mountain Talk...... 23 Catoctin Mountain Spa & Tub...... 32 McLean Mortgage Corporation...... 39 Community Calendar...... 55 School News...... 24 Catoctin Veterinary Clinic...... 11 Mike’s Auto Body...... 22 Community News...... 14 Senior Moments...... 36 Central Maryland Security Systems, Inc.... 50 Mother Seton School Tour-Tuesday...... 20 Community Veteran Event Board...... 35 Sports News...... 18 Classified Ads...... 54 Tickling Our Tastebuds...... 42 CCC Presents Peter Pan and Wendy...... 8 Mountain View Lawn Service...... 47 Fitness Matters...... 21 Town Hall Reports...... 4 Charlie’s Pool Water...... 8 Mountainside Farm...... 53 Happily Ever After...... 29 Where Am I? Contest...... 5 CJ’s Tuxedo...... 32 Nails By Anne...... 22 Health Jeanne...... 22 Your Public Library...... 54 CLC Pet Sitting Service...... 45 Nusbaum & Ott, Inc. Painting...... 17 Hidden Object Contest...... 5 Community Yard Sale...... 7 Ole Mink Farm Recreation Resort...... 15 Cozy Restaurant Specials...... 52 Ott House Pub...... 11 Cozy Restaurant Early Bird Special...... 52 Patios Today...... 43 Craig’s Mower & Marine Service ...... 22 Pioneer & Covered Wagon Fest...... 53 Creagerstown Community Dinner...... 53 Pondscapes...... 32 Criswell Chevrolet of Thurmont...... 3 Reaver’s Woodworking...... 22 Crouse Ford...... 15 ReMax, Peggy Koontz...... 34 Decks–Patios & Improvements, LLC...... 10 Roddy Creek Automotive...... 43 Delphey Home Improvement Specialist..... 29 Rube’s Crab Shack Seafood Restaurant...... 31 Denny Brown Custom Painting...... 12 S. 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Flower Sale/Chicken BBQ...41 Thurmont Masonic Lodge Scholarship Raffle.... 21 Harriet Chapel Catoctin Episcopal Parish... 56 T&M Crane...... 19 Harrington’s Equipment Company...... 41 Tracy’s Auto Repair...... 9 Hessong Bridge Contractors, LLC...... 53 Trevorrow’s Machine Co...... 8 HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick.... 36 Trinity United Church of Christ Concert...... 5 His Place Car Show...... 11 Village Hearing Aid Center...... 35 Hoffman’s Market...... 18 Wanted Antiques & Collectibles...... 16 Hospice of Frederick County...... 37 Website Design, E Plus Copy Center...... 39 Indian Lookout Conservation Club...... 24 Woodsboro Bank...... 13 J&B Real Estate, Cindy Grimes...... 38 Zurgable Brothers Hardware...... 30 Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 3 Page 4 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com town hall reports by Michele Cuseo Emmitsburg the Maryland Storm Youth baseball will be placing outside for pick up. APRIL 2014 league to use the Community Park Some items have a charge associated #1 ball field. This youth league with them. Also, if your items are Community Uniting for Drug is a competitive traveling team, overlooked for pick-up, the town will Awareness/Issues representing northern Frederick document that you did place your County 10U and 13U age groups that items outside for pick-up and they can The town hosted a drug awareness participate in tournaments. The state notify the county. seminar for the community in championship is supposed to be held To view a list of acceptable items March, which was heavily attended. in Emmitsburg. The field will be used for bulk pick-up, contact the town Those attending included Lions for primary practices and for home office at 301-271-7313. Club members, Seton Center field games. Association members, Vigilant Hose View the Town of Thurmont’s Company, Emmitsburg Ambulance For more information about the website at www.thurmont.com or members, Frederick County Health Town of Emmitsburg, log onto www. call the town office at 301-271-7313 Department, Knights of Columbus emmitsburgmd.gov or call 301-600- for more information. members, town commissioners, 6300. members of the Sheriff’s department, and many others. Mayor Briggs One Year of stated that the result of the seminar has prompted the community to Thurmont Progress for the be united in helping to increase APRIL 2014 Drug Drop-Off Box awareness and reduce drug use/ Chief Eyler of the Thurmont abuse/dealers in our area. If you Thurmont Voted 2nd Safest Town in Maryland Police Department said the missed the seminar, you can find Prescription Drug Drop-Off Program useful information from the National Mayor John Kinnaird found out is “Going great!” In the first year, Crime Prevention Council online that Thurmont was voted the second 550 pounds of unwanted prescription at www.ncpc.org. You can search safest place to live in the state of drugs have been collected. The lobby under Resources/drug abuse and drug Maryland by the Movoto Real Estate is open Monday through Friday, abuse prevention. company. Movoto took into account from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The the following: Violent crime (rape, following is a list of what is accepted Emmitsburg Utility Late Payment Fee murder, and assault), Property crime to Increase for drop off and what is prohibited. (theft, burglary, and motor vehicle Acceptable items: prescription If you pay your utility bill late for thefts), and the chance a resident will medicines, over-the-counter your water/sewer service, you will be a victim of crime. The town of medicines, medical samples, pet now pay a 5% fee. The previous fee Hampstead, Maryland, came in first medications, medicated ointments, was 2%. According to town staff, place. Thurmont was tied for second and lotions; Not acceptable: approximately 20% of customers with Ocean Pines and Glenarden. thermometers, IV bags, infectious have been paying late. The town Taneytown and Brunswick also waste, business medical waste, staff is hoping this increase in a late made it into the top 10 for safest syringes, oxygen tanks, blood fee will encourage more people to places to live in Maryland. products. pay on time. Customers have thirty days to pay after receiving the bill. Bulk Trash Pick Up-Mark your Customers can also pay online at Calendar Happy www.emmitsburgmd.gov. You may have missed the bulk Get Results! trash pick-up opportunity in April. Mother’s Emmitsburg to Contract Ball Field to The next bulk trash pick-up for Day! • Full Color • Baseball League Thurmont will be held on July 19. Affordable • Effective The town of Emmitsburg is The town staff suggests that citizens — from all of us at 301-447-2804 establishing a one-year contract with notify the town office with what they The Catoctin [email protected] Banner BUZZBBUUZZZZ WORKING WWOORRKKIINNGG for For JUDGEJUDGE ORPHANS ’ ORPHANS’COURT COURT ‘WORKING’ ‘WORKING to serve’ to serve YOU YOU By authority Todd Working, Treasurer By authority Todd Working, Treasurer
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Where the Elite Meet to Eat — Continued from cover page Association Hall of Fame and the Cozy also began a Presidential National Restaurant Association Hall relationship. President Herbert of Fame. Hoover’s fishing license is still Wilbur Freeze was a tireless on display at the Cozy. The hotel promoter of his camp and portion of the Cozy became the place restaurant. At times, the restaurant where President Franklin Roosevelt’s has had slots, wine shed, a menagerie Secret Service detail stayed. and a bandstand. In one instance, he The development of U.S. 15 as promoted that a man would jump a highway diverted traffic from out of a plane without a parachute. running right past the restaurant. A lot of people showed up to eat and “Fifteen went through in ’57 and drink at the restaurant to see what took two-thirds of our business just would happen. like that,” Freeze said. “Then out comes this thing that Freeze said that seeing his hard hits the ground and bounced up in work disappear so quickly was a the air,” Freeze said. “My father contributing factor to his father’s nearly got run out of town.” death, because the business loss “In the early Thirties “Cozy” devastated his father. Wilbur Freeze was the scene of several balloon died from a stroke in 1961. ascensions and one of its biggest The business continued under attractions featured a man who was the ownership of Freeze and his buried alive for several days. These widowed mother. They tried new outdoor attractions were enjoyed by things, including the upscale children and adults alike. ‘Cozy’ was Catoctin Room in 1971. indeed a very popular meeting place “At one point you had to have a and the food served to its patrons jacket and a reservation to get in,” was the main reason for its growing Freeze said. popularity,” George Wireman wrote The serving girls wore 1890s in Gateway to the Mountain. outfits. Meals were served on nice With the onset of World War china with real silverware and ruby II and the development of Camp glasses. Ritchie, the Cozy became a place “It was pretty sharp. There was frequented by servicemen who could nothing like it in the area within 50 get rowdy at times. But other people miles,” Freeze said. began to visit the Cozy, too. That Catoctin Room eventually H. Q. Miller who drew some of became a pub as the other dining “The Shadow” comics drew pictures area began catering more toward of the Cozy. Winston Churchill family dining and buffet meals. stopped in, because he wanted to “It is without question, one of the play a juke box. Baseball greats finest and most popular eating places Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig stopped in the state, featuring only the finest in for lunch one time. H.B. Reese, in home-cooked food,” Wireman the man who created Reese’s Peanut wrote. Butter Cups, also stopped in for The Cozy Restaurant now seats lunch. Other diners at the Cozy 750 people, and the Country Inn have included Henry Cabot Lodge, has 21 President-themed rooms. Tennessee Ernie Ford, and Charles According to the Cozy website, more McC. Mathias. than 20 million people have dined at With the building of Shangri- the Cozy since it opened. La in the Catoctin Mountains, the Join us on Facebook®... Catoctin Banner Newspaper Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 7 First Election with New Form of County Government Approaching by James Rada, Jr.
Mark your calendars if you want year terms. Unlike the county Karl Bickel (Democrat) Frederick to have a say in the way things run commissioners who meet weekly, – www.frederickcountysheriff. in Frederick County and the State the members of the county council com; Kevin V. Grubb (Republican) of Maryland. June 24 is the 2014 will meet in annual legislative Jefferson – www.facebook.com/ Primary Election. It is also the sessions lasting forty-five days. KevinGrubbforSheriff; Chuck beginning of a historic election in They can also meet in non- Jenkins (Republican) Thurmont – Frederick County. legislative sessions as needed. [email protected]. Frederick County voters approved Council members can introduce Board of Education changing the county’s form of bills that will receive a public Voters will be selecting four government from a Board of County hearing. The council will then vote candidates to go onto the general Commissioners to Charter Home on whether the bill should become election for the Frederick County Rule. This election marks a tangible law. The county executive can veto Board of Education. Of the nine result of that change as commissioners a bill or voters can bring a voter candidates, only one—Brad are elected by district and a county to referendum if they do not agree Young—is from the north county executive is elected. with them. region. Candidates are: Liz Barrett Charter Home Rule The north county region is (Frederick) – www.barrettforboe. Frederick County is one of six part of District 5. The district com; Jonathan C. Carothers Maryland counties with Charter lines can be redrawn every ten (Frederick) – jon.carothers60@ Home Rule. Under this type of years following the federal census gmail.com; Colleen E. Cusimano government, Frederick County will report. (Monrovia) – www.colleenc4boe. now operate using a charter that District 5 Candidates com; Mike Ferrell (Frederick) – has been approved by county voters. Kirby Delauter (Republican) Michael.Ferrell.31586@facebook. The charter is essentially Frederick Emmitsburg – www.kirbydelauter. com; Millicent Hall (Frederick) County’s Constitution. It sets out how com; Mark Long (Democrat) – www.facebook.com/Hallforboe; the county will operate and the scope Thurmont – www.marklong.us; Kenneth Kerr (Frederick) – www. of its authority. Ralph Whitmore (Republican) kerr4boe.com; April Fleming The charter can be amended if Walkersville; Fred Wood Miller (Middletown) – www. needed if the voters approve the (Democrat) Thurmont – www. amiller4boe.com; Richard S. changes. However, the first review of fredwoodforcountycouncil.com. Vallaster, III (Frederick) – www. the county charter won’t take place At Large County Council friendsofrichvallaster.com; Brad until 2018. Candidates (two positions) W. Young (Walkersville) – www. County residents who live in one Eric Besch (Republican) youngforboe.com. of the county’s municipalities should Frederick – www.EricBesch.com; District 4 Maryland House of already be familiar with this type of Steve Bruns (Democrat) Frederick Delegates Candidates ANNOUCEMENTS government since all of the county’s – www.stevebrunsforfrederick. Kathy Afzali (Republican) twelve municipalities are charter com; Jennifer Charlton Braddock Heights – www.facebook. governments. (Republican) Woodsboro – www. com/KathyAfzaliDelegate; Barrie S. The new county executives and jencharltonforfrederickcounty. Ciliberti (Republican) Frederick – county council representatives will org; Wayne Samuel Creadick, [email protected]; Wendy take office on December 1 after the Jr. (Republican) Myersville W. Peters (Republican) Mt. Airy Want to Announce general election. – www.facebook.com/ – www.wendipeters.com; Kelly L. Your Graduate? County Executive creadickforCountyCouncilatLarge; Schulz (Republican) New Market Get Results! The county executive serves as Whitney M. Duck (Democrat) - [email protected]; $15.00 (no photo) Frederick County’s executive branch. Brunswick – www. Gene Stanton (Democrat) Monrovia $20.00 (w/photo) The state parallel for this position whitneyduckforfrederick. – www.genestanton.nationbuilder. would be governor. The county org; Susan Reeder Jessee com; David E. Vogt, III (Republican) Email: news@ executive is an elected position with (Democrat) Middletown – sej58@ Brunswick – www.vogtformaryland. thecatoctinbanner.com; the responsibility of overseeing county comcast.net; Dick Johnson com. Mail: 515B E. Main St., government and its operation. The (Republican) Buckeystown – Emmitsburg, MD 21727; District 4 State Senator Call: 301-447-2804 Frederick County executive can also [email protected]; David Brinkley (Republican) serve no more than two consecutive Justin M. Kiska (Republican) New Market – www.dbrinkley. four-year terms. Frederick – www.justinkiska. com; Michael Hough (Republican) The candidates for county executive com; Linda Marie Norris Brunswick – www.facebook. are: Jan H. Gardner (Democrat) (Democrat) Middletown – www. com/HoughforSenate; Dan Rupli Frederick – www.jangardner.org; lindanorrisforcouncil.com; Bud (Democrat) Brunswick – rupli@aol. David Gray (Republican) Walkersville Otis (Republican) Middletown com. – sharongrayusa.aim.com; Mark W. – www.budotis.com; Jonathan Sweadner (Republican) Libertytown Pocius (Republican) Frederick Other Races – [email protected]; Blaine R. – [email protected]; Billy Shreve Voters will be able to have their Young (Republican) Frederick – www. (Republican) Frederick – www. say in a number of other county, blaineyoung.com. BelieveInShreve.com; Dave state, and federal races. These races include Maryland Governor, County Council Twigg (Democrat) Tuscarora – [email protected]. Maryland Lieutenant Governor, The new Frederick County Council Maryland Comptroller, Attorney will be made up of seven members. Sheriff Candidates General, U.S. Congressman, Judge Five of the members will be elected Three people are running for of the Orphan’s Court, Register of by district, and two will be elected at Frederick County’s chief law- Wills, Clerk of the Circuit Court, large. enforcement officer. Current State’s Attorney, and Judge of the County council members can serve Sheriff Chuck Jenkins is a resident Circuit Court. no more than three consecutive four- of Thurmont. Candidates are: Page 8 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com
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Morts Towing Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 9 A r o u n d town Spend the Day in the Village of Catoctin 5th Annual His Place Car Show The 5th annual His Place Car Show will take place on Saturday, May 3, Furnace 2014, at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg. Registration will be from 8:00 Pick up the perfect gift for mom at Sarah’s Garden Social at Harriet Chapel a.m.-12:00 p.m., judging from 12:00-2:00 p.m., and awards at 3:00 p.m. Entry Catoctin Episcopal Parish, from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., on Saturday, May 10, fee is $15.00 at door; $12.00 pre-registration. Flea Market spaces available. 2014. The Chapel is located at 12625 Catoctin Furnace Road in Thurmont. View their advertisement on page 11 for more information. The event will feature hanging baskets, bedding plants, craft vendors, antique tractors, homemade goods, and more! A Blessing of the Animals will take place at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Community Yard Sale Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Association is holding a Community Yard Sale on Also on May 10, 2014, don’t miss the Spring in the Village at Collier’s Log May 31, 2014, at 3009 Waynesboro Pike in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. Rent a House, located at 12607 Catoctin Furnace Road in Thurmont, from 10:00 spot for $10.00; rent tables for $5.00 each. View their advertisement on page 7 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Spring in the Village features flowers, heirloom plants, herbs, for more information. crafts, and more! This event is sponsored by the Catoctin Furnace Historical Society, Inc. View their advertisement on page 56 for more information, and to find out Thurmont Gallery Stroll Service times at Harriet Chapel Catoctin Episcopal Parish. Take a stroll down Main Street at Thurmont Gallery Stroll on Friday, May 2, 214, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event! Event features artist displays, wineries, appetizers, music, and more! View their Vigilant Hose Company’s Spring Fling advertisement on page 45 for more information. The Vigilant Hose Company’s Annual Spring Fling will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014, at Mount St. Mary’s University Echo Field in Emmitsburg. This annual event features horseshoes, great food, live music, 50/50 tip jars, Peter Pan and Wendy at Christ’s and much more! Tickets are $60.00 each (good for two people). Great fun for Community Church everyone! View their advertisement on page 12 for more information. Christ’s Community Church’s Drama Group will be performing Peter Pan and Wendy on Saturday, May 17, 2014, in the gym of the town office building. Guardian Hose Company Flower Sale & Bring your friends and family for this free, fun event! View their advertisement Chicken BBQ on page 8 for more information. Come browse the beautiful assortment of hanging baskets, bedding plants, and potted plants at the Flower Sale & Chicken BBQ, being held on May 9 Jubilee Foods’ Mom & Kids Day and 10, 2014, at the Fire Station, located at 21 N. Church Street in Thurmont. Treat Mom like a queen and visit Jubilee Foods in Emmitsburg on Saturday, View their advertisement on page 41 for more information. May 10, 2014, for Mom & Kids Day, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., for fun-filled activities! Decorate a flower pot and Jubilee will add the flower for free! Plus, decorate a Mother’s Day card, receive face painting, and much more! View Family Fun Day at Breezy Hill Stables their advertisement on page 42 for more information. Come and enjoy Family Fun Day at Breezy Hill Stables on May 3, 2014, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This free event features pony rides, hay rides, moon bounces, face painting, and much more. The event is sponsored by LifeHorse Benefit Dinner at St. John’s Lutheran non-profit organization. View their advertisement on page 13 for more information. Church On June 14, 2014, from 12:00-5:00 p.m., there will be a Benefit Dinner for Lola Noffsinger Doll and Billy Kolb at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mother’s Day Concert at Trinity United Creagerstown, Maryland. View their advertisement on page 8 for more Church of Christ information. Don’t miss the Mother’s Day Concert at Trinity United Church of Christ on May 11, 2014. Enjoy the soothing sounds of Harpist, Sally Lay, at 10:30 Sportsman’s Drawing & Dinner a.m., with Worship at 11:00 a.m. View their advertisement on page 5 for more The Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company is hosting a Sportsman’s information. Drawing and Dinner on May 10, 2014, at the Rocky Ridge Fire Hall, located at 13527 Motters Station Road in Rocky Ridge, MD. Doors will open at Creagerstown Community Dinner 5:30 p.m. A $25.00 donation admits On May 10, 2014, come to the Creagerstown Community Dinner and enjoy one person (includes home-cooked fried chicken, country ham, pot pie, and more. This event benefits upkeep meal). Event features money and gun of Creagerstown Cemetery and street lights. The cost of tickets are $15.00 jars, door prize, and more. View their for adults; $7.50 for children. View their advertisement on page 53 for more advertisement on page 8 for more information. information. Looking for Pioneer & Covered Wagon Fest Something Fun to Do? On May 24 and 25, 2014, come be part of the Pioneer & Covered Wagon Fest, at the Eyler Campground, located at 14 Eyler Road in Thurmont. Bring your own string instruments for the Saturday Night Campfire. View their Check the Community advertisement on page 53 for more information. Calendar St. Joseph’s Church Charity Golf Event Reference the Community The Emmitsburg Knights of Columbus is sponsoring the 2nd annual St. Calendar on page 55 to Joseph’s Church Charity Golf Event on Saturday, June 21, 2014, from 7:30 a.m.- view the calendar for events 1:00 p.m. View their advertisement on page 33. of interest! Page 10 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com B u s i n e s s news The Basement Coffee House Secret Photos by Allison Rostad by Allison Rostad
A little known fact: Every Currently, the (left) second Friday of each month, Elias Silver Lining Band has Evangelical Lutheran Church in approximately twelve The Basement Coffee Emmitsburg holds The Basement members that come to House’s own Silver Coffee House. On Friday, April 11, I practice and perform Lining Band found myself sitting in the basement of during events. I had the church in the front row, listening the pleasure of meeting (below) to a performance from a local teen/ seven of them following adult band known as the Silver Lining the band’s performance. Guest band, Band. Following their performance, a Each of them have Seven X Seventy popular, internet-success guest band, wonderful, individual Seven X Seventy also performed. talents. Reagan Joy, About ten years ago, the director, Miriam Warthen, and Jenni Joy (a member of St. Joseph’s Rianna Joy are vocalists, while Seth Catholic Church) started a musical Doxsey and Steven Funk are guitarists, ministry for kids. In 2004, she as well as vocalists. On drums is formed a non-denominational choir Patrick Smatlack, and Ty Russell known as the Children’s Praise Choir plays the keyboard and also sings. of Emmitsburg (for kids ages 4 to Other members are Bradey Triplett 12), which met at Trinity United (vocals), Skye Ogle (guitar/vocals), Methodist. Also around that time, and Josephine Issacson (vocals). All she began a teen ministry called Silver members belong to differing churches Lining Band (named by the members and denominations. of the band at the time who all wore When asked why they enjoy braces). Over time, the ministry being in the band and a part of moved to Elias Evangelical Lutheran The Basement Coffee House, they Church, and with the help and collectively agreed on the positive support of Pastor Jon Greenstone, has atmosphere. Miriam, age 15, of House through other friends who perform, they do participate in other been thriving. Fairfield, who recently had a call back were already involved. A big music local events, like Emmitsburg Heritage “The band has had as few as two from her AMTC (Actors Models & lover, Seth also agreed that the variety Community Day and An Evening of members and as many as fifteen,” said Talent for Christ) audition, said she was his favorite thing about being a Christmas Spirit. The Basement Coffee Mrs. Joy, “and we play a variety of has been involved with the band for member, stating, “Music lives on!” House events are free and everyone is music from current rock and popular about three years and joined because According to Jenni Joy and the welcome! music, as well as Christian worship of the Christian aspect of it. She added rest of the band, word-of-mouth has Be a part of the secret! Mark your music.” They meet once a week for that her favorite part was the “variety always been the best way for them to calendars for the second Friday of two hours to practice and pass around of music they perform.” be recognized and heard about. Pastor every month and head on over to Elias new ideas for the band. Anyone is In contrast, Seth, age 18, of Jon even called the Silver Lining Band Lutheran Church at 100 W. North welcome to join, and they’re always Fairfield, didn’t join the band for and The Basement Coffee House “the Avenue in Emmitsburg and join the looking for new talent, as teens are the Christian aspect, but decided best kept secret” in Emmitsburg. positive atmosphere! You may find the coming and going with developing to join for something to do, as he Even though the Basement Coffee event calendar for the church online as futures ahead of them. heard about The Basement Coffee House is the Band’s normal place to well at www.eliaslutheranchurch.org. BOLLINGER HOMES, LLC Custom Home Builder & Remodeler We specialize in... • Additions Custom Homes & • Garages Remodeling • Patios Bollinger Homes, LLC have been building custom homes, building additions and remodeling for over 20 years in • Decks Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. • Concrete Walks • Siding & Roofing
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1 Creamery Way Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 11 Melissa Wetzel CPA Staff and Customers Save Up for the Community With 1,046 cans Courtesy Photo collected so far this season, customers and staff of Melissa Wetzel CPA in Emmitsburg have set a new record collecting food donations since Melissa started her annual can collection in 2009. “It’s catching on,” Melissa said, “Our goal is to beat the number of cans collected the year before.” Customers of the accounting office are Pictured from left are Melissa Wetzel, Mary Flickinger, and Bobbie on board with the Click. collections. You can get up to $5.00 off of your tax return preparation fee for bringing in five food items to support the Emmitsburg Food Bank. Each year the campaign does better. Melissa said, “This is my home town, and this is my way to give back to the community. This collection is one of the things I do to volunteer.” Melissa is also a board member of the Emmitsburg Osteopathic Primary Care Center (EOPCC) in Emmitsburg, and she recently started selling Emmitsburg High School Alumni Association Community Yearbooks ($25.00) out of her office at 301 West Main Street. Last year, Melissa came up with another way to give back. She purchases tickets to local charity events and then gives them away to a few lucky clients. She’s not the only one in her office who contributes to the community. Everyone who works with Melissa is a volunteer in one organization or another. Kimberly Valentine, Delivery/Maintenance Person, supports Melissa in her volunteering; Receptionist, Mary Flickinger (her mom), volunteers as a member of the Emmitsburg Lions Club; Personal Assistant, Bobbie Click, volunteers with the Ladies Auxiliary of the Vigilant Hose Company; Data Entry Specialist, Pam Bowers, is the Treasurer of Weller United Methodist Church in Thurmont; and Receptionist, Jill Ott, helps with fundraisers for Fairfield High School Sporting Events. When Melissa delivered her collection to the food bank last year, she was surprised to learn that a new family in the local area signs up for food donations every week. The need is growing and growing. If you would like to donate to the Emmitsburg Food Bank, they are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 7:00-8:00 p.m.; Fridays, 1:00-2:00 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m. The Emmitsburg Food Bank is located at 502 East Main Street in Emmitsburg. Email [email protected] for more information.
** Flea Market Spaces Available! **First 10 cars that register get a Preregister for a 4x8 table for $10 or $12 at the door. FREE Crabcake Sandwich! Page 12 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Catoctin Mountain Orchard Recognized Courtesy Photo Mr. Chris Black, a third Social Studies Fair. In hands-on opportunities for learning, generation entrepreneur of Catoctin preparation for the with the students. Mountain Orchard, was recently 1st Annual Frederick In addition to the presentation recognized by students and teachers County Social Studies from Catoctin Mountain Orchard, of Walkersville Elementary School, Fair and the 33rd students also met with Mr. Ed following his presentation at the Annual Frederick Mordan of Beekeepers in Frederick school. Mr. Black recently spoke to County Science and County. Mr. Mordan spoke to the over 120 second graders regarding Engineering Fair, students regarding how honey is the changes in agriculture, various Walkersville Elementary harvested. He brought honey sticks, products harvested, and the School students explored and students were able to taste the innovative irrigation system currently various science and different types of honey. Ms. Jessica utilized at the orchard. The students social studies topics to Siverd, a Walkersville Elementary learned that Catoctin Mountain prepare presentations School Hood College Intern, also Orchard offers a variety of fresh and displays for the spoke to the students about the fruits, vegetables, canned and bottled fairs. process of shearing sheep for wool at goods, including jams, preserves, Second grade Mrs. Jessica Zentz-Ridenour, Walkersville Elementary School Ewe-reka Farm. honey, maple syrup, salad dressing, students identified Team Leader, recognizes Mr. Chris Black, of Catoctin Mountain relishes, and ciders. He explained to products found in Orchard, for his contributions on behalf of the students and staff of Walkersville Elementary School. the students that the orchard also Frederick County has an assortment of baked goods, and researched how fresh pies, and frozen pies for sale resources could be used to produce In preparation for the Social at their market. Mr. Black brought those products. Additionally, second Studies Fair, the second grade students samples of the various types of apples graders learned how resources at Walkersville Elementary School grown and other products sold at have changed over the years. heard a variety of speakers give Catoctin Mountain Orchard for Each second grade class selected presentations. Walkersville Elementary the students and staff members to specific products sold in Frederick School second grade students learned enjoy. Following his presentation, County, and the students identified a great deal about Frederick County students had the opportunity to the capital and natural resources resources by attending the guest Denny Brown have a question and answer session needed to successfully market their speaker presentations. The students Custom Painting concerning the human, capital, and merchandise. After electronically then utilized the information they Interior / Exterior natural resources needed to be a researching their products, students learned from the speakers to finalize Professional Brush and Roll successful entrepreneur. had the opportunity to hear their projects. They enjoyed meeting Free Estimates This year, students throughout presentations by Frederick County with business representatives from Frederick County participated in business persons regarding various across Frederick County as they (240) 674-7788 the first Annual Frederick County identifiable resources. shared their knowledge, and provided Final Drawing 6:00 p.m... $4,000 Be a WINNER Don’t be a Loser! Vigilant Hose Company #6 at the 6th Annual Spring Fling $30,000 given in prizes! Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Noon…. $1500 Cash 1:30…. $400 G. Cert. 2:55…. $200 Cash 4:20…. $400 Cash Mt. 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Don’t leave without getting a free copy of their Destination Maryland Guide and 18 scenic driving tours in Maryland. For more information call the Mason Dixon Welcome Center at 301-447-3719.
Catoctin High School Drama to stage Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including “Those Canaan Days,” “Any Dream Will Do,” and “Close Every Door To Me.” The show features the talent of Randy Stull, a junior, who portrays Joseph with wonderful depth, a charming smile, and a rich baritone voice. The part of the narrator is shared between junior Katelyn Claxton and sophomore Veronica Smaldone. The use of two narrators moves the story along quickly and gives many opportunities for the ladies to harmonize. The Pharaoh, performed in the style of Elvis, is senior Ethan Larsen. The other leads, Potiphar and his evil wife are portrayed by our very talented juniors, Dan Miller and Meredith Wilson. The cast is completed with the talents of Cameron Hallock, Kylie Reed, Matt Ochs, Sarah Wolfe, Taylor Garner, Alyssa Imes, Emily Smallwood, Tyler McNally, Maddie Wahler, Justin Cissel, Colton Bennet, Anthony Robertson, Ashlee Leib, Josephine Isaacson, Lily Bean, Bryanna Grimes, Victoria Hoke, Robbie Doyle, and Whitney Grim. The play is directed and choreographed by CHS Drama Director, Karen Stitely. The music director is Ben Zemostny. The student stage manager is Colleen Slotwinski. Assistant Choreographers and Dance Captains are Meredith Wilson and Alyssa Imes. The play will be performed May 1-3, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on May 3. All tickets are $8.00. Please call 240-236-8141 for further information or to reserve tickets.
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by James Rada, Jr. Close to the end of Courtesy Photo 2009, Rick Sharer Flag Day is typically the day when Title 36 Section 176 of the U.S. (pictured right) American flags that have served their Code describes the proper disposal noticed a blister on duty are disposed of in a respectful of U.S. flags. “We are respectful and his foot from a new manner. However, the Thurmont dispose of the flags in a way fitting pair of shoes. Little American Legion had accumulated something that is the symbol of our did he know where so many flags since last June that country,” Bosche said. the journey with this representatives asked the Thurmont The ceremony began with Bosche pesky sore would lead Boy Scouts to hold a flag retirement explaining the flag’s history to the him. A very stubborn ceremony. gathered crowd at the American infection soon set in, “We’ve got around 700 flags here. Legion. Fires had been lit in two and Rick was referred It was going to be too much to do on large half barrels. Scouts added to a podiatrist, which Flag Day,” said Scoutmaster Dwayne four symbolic pieces of the wood— began nearly three Snyder. redwood for American blood spilled years of weekly The scouts had gathered early in to defend the country, oak for medical visits in the afternoon on April 4, 2014, to American rugged strength, cedar to an attempt to heal fold the flags in the proper manner. protect against pestilence, and walnut his wound. After They had been shoved into boxes for the rich soil. The elements of the consulting with his and garbage bags to await disposal. flag—individual stripes and blue field doctors at Georgetown about his options on October 17, 2012, it was clear to Unfortunately, not all of the flags of stars—were then added to the fire Rick that there was only one option left. Two days later, surgery for the partial could be folded properly. Some were as their significance was explained. amputation of his left leg took place. He may have been separated from his so tattered that the red and white A color guard fired a 21-gun limb, but Rick’s resolve remained intact. On December 12, 2012, Rick received stripes had separated. Other flags salute and Taps played to mark the his first prosthesis. The day after Christmas that year, he was plowing snow on were a pale remembrance of their beginning of the incineration. his ATV. By January 21, 2013, Rick was released to return to work without once vibrant colors. Photos by James Rada, Jr. any restrictions. “The Boy Scouts have been While victory was claimed at the end of this trial, the path through it was doing this since there have not easy. During this challenge, Rick was forced to leave thirty years of fire been Boy Scouts,” said Scout and rescue service in Frederick County and his vocation as a fire and sprinkler Committee Member B. J. system inspector. Because of the slowly escalating severity of his injury and Bosche. “Legend says it was relentless infection, Rick needed to request medical disability, which eventually one of the first ceremonies the led to unemployment when work with his employer became unavailable scouts did.” altogether. He was then faced with an additional hurdle when the first prosthetic’s design caused yet another infection. Rick was informed he needed a $2,000 deposit to have a more compatible prosthesis created; a huge amount for someone surviving on disability and unemployment. That’s when Rick went to Seton Center, Inc. in Emmitsburg to see if they could help. Because of the support they receive as a sponsored ministry of the Daughters of Charity and from grant funding and the community, Seton Center, Inc. was able to provide the funds Rick needed to place the order for A solemn procession of his second prosthetic, which were later reimbursed through the discovery of an uniformed Boys Scouts, Cub insurance claim error. However, this immediate emergency assistance was just Scouts, and Girl Scouts, along what was needed to keep Rick moving forward in his recovery. with adult leaders, began During Rick’s initial visit, Seton Center staff was deeply encouraged to learn adding the hundreds of flags to that Rick had already applied and interviewed for the position of Power Plant the fire, one at a time. Once all Operator with the Daughters of Charity in Emmitsburg, for which he was the flags had been burned, the ultimately hired. In his new work, Rick walks an average of five miles a day— ashes were buried. all without pain, thanks to his amazing surgeon, prosthesis designers, and his own determination. Rick’s gait is so unaffected by what could be considered a “disability,” that many of his new co-workers were unaware of his use of a Now offering prosthetic until two weeks into his employment. Lawyer’s Truck Accessories!! This potentially devastating experience has never deterred Rick from staying positive and reclaiming independence. Among Rick’s many accomplishments, Main Street he has the distinction of being the ONLY amputee certified by the All-Terrain Automotive Vehicle Safety Institute as an ATV instructor in the United States. Working as UPHOLSTERY a co-instructor, Rick is the demonstrator of all the skills needed for students to Specializing In Custom Interiors receive certification. SPECIALIZING IN Rick also serves with the Amputee Coalition as a Certified Peer Visitor. 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Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 15 Care Packages for Military Families Thurmont Ranked 2nd in Maryland’s 10 The Thurmont Lions Club is looking for local residents who have a family Safest Places member in the military. We would like to show our support for the troops by In a recent research article circulating Facebook, Movoto, a real estate sending care packages to them. brokerage and information company, published “The 10 Safest Places In If you are interested in having a care package delivered to troops and their Maryland.” Thurmont was identified in a three-way tie for second place, with immediate family, please contact Thurmont Lions Club President Don Keeney two other Maryland towns: Ocean Pines and Glenarden. at 301-271-0558 or [email protected] by May 15, 2014. Movoto collected facts from the FBI’s most recent crime report for Maryland that was completed in 2012. They compared statistics about violent Lions Club Annual Rock & Roll Dance crime, property crime, and the chance a resident will become a victim of crime Courtesy Photo in towns or cities with population totals in excess of 5,000. On March Movoto summarized that residents in Thurmont had just a 1 in 109 chance 29, 2014, the of being a victim of a crime as compared to residents in Maryland’s least safe Emmitsburg city, Ocean City, where residents had a 1 in 5 chance of being the victim of a Lions Club held crime. its annual Rock This doesn’t suggest that Thurmont residents should leave their doors & Roll Dance, unlocked and their keys in their cars, but this knowledge may allow us to featuring the Rock appreciate Thurmont’s police force and the quality of our neighbors. We’re & Roll Relics band, good people in a good area—let’s keep it that way! at the Emmitsburg Ambulance building. The event Dedication/Rededication Service Planned was a great success. Over 175 dancers attended and kept the building rocking all night. The St. John’s United Church on the corner of Route 550 and Harbaugh Valley Lions Club wishes to thank everyone who participated. All proceeds from the Road is planning a service of dedication for the refurbished sanctuary. The event go towards helping charitable initiatives in the community. original pews were restored, pew cushions added, and the floor re-carpeted. Many hours of volunteer labor have been invested in this project. The service will take place Sunday, May 25, 2014, at 11:15 a.m., followed by a Check Presented to Blue Ridge Summit light lunch. It is hoped that all the pews will be filled with parishioners for this special service. Everyone is invited.
Library Courtesy Photo Warren Grove, Jr. (pictured left) of the Acacia A Birthday Celebration Lodge 155, Ancient Free Courtesy Photo and Accepted Masons, of Thurmont, presented a check for $300 to Lynn Martin (pictured right), President of the Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Board of Directors. The Lodge’s annual donation is to support the vital services the library provides to the community.
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Patronize the Advertisers in The Catoctin Banner! Page 16 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Worman’s Mill Garden Club Supports Frederick Chapter DAR Flag Committee Community Foundation Fund Stays Active Courtesy Photo Courtesy Photo The Worman’s Mill The Frederick Chapter National Garden Club made a Society Daughters of the American $3,000 contribution Revolution attended the 109th to The Maryland Maryland State Society DAR Master Farmers Conference in March. The Frederick Scholarship Fund, a Chapter DAR Flag of the United component fund of The States Committee was presented Community Foundation with the Chapter award for First of Frederick County. Place for Greatest Number of Flag Averaging fifty members, Events at the Conference. The Flag the Worman’s Mill Committee Chairman, Karen Myers, is Garden Club provides a Thurmont resident. educational programs It was a sunny, blustery day when about horticulture Frederick Chapter DAR members and agriculture to met at Mount Olivet Cemetery to the Worman’s Mill place a Memorial Wreath at Frances Chairman Karen Myers holds the Flag Billie Homberg (center), Worman’s Mill Garden Club Vice Scott Key Monument to commemorate Committee Certificate awarded to Frederick community. Part of President, presents a check to fund representatives C. Rodman the bicentennial anniversary year of Chapter DAR by the Maryland State Society their mission is to Myers (left) and De Willard (right). Daughters of the American Revolution. support Frederick the Star Spangled Banner. A wreath of County students continuing their education in the fields of horticulture and/ white carnations, one placed for each or agriculture. The partnership between the club and the fund is fitting, as the DAR member throughout the State who passed in 2013, was placed at the fund provides scholarships to students pursuing a career in agriculture. This is Monument. A prayer was offered by Chaplain Kathy Casto. The group sang the third donation from the club. the “Star Spangled Banner.” On September 14, 1814, Frances Scott Key, For more information about the Community Foundation, visit www. while aboard a ship in Baltimore Harbor, wrote of the poem that became our FrederickCountyGives.org. National Anthem. For information about Flag Code, Commemorative events, or membership in Frederick Chapter DAR, send an e-mail to FrederickDAR@ gmail.com. Thurmont Grange #409 Welcomes New Members Thurmont High School Alumni Association The Thurmont Grange welcomed nine new members into their organization to Hold Dinner at their March meeting. The Grange is an organization promoting Agriculture The Thurmont High School Alumni Association dinner will be held on a Local, County, State, and National Level, as well as supporting the youth Saturday, June 7, 2014, at the Lewistown Fire Company Activity Building. in 4-H and the FFA. This event is open to anyone who attended Thurmont High School and to the Courtesy Photo classes of Catoctin High School 1969 to 1972, even if they did not graduate. If you did not receive an invitation, please contact Viola Noffsinger, secretary, at 301-898-9898 or send the information to her at 12510 Creagerstown RD, Thurmont, MD 21788. The social hour will begin at 5:00 p.m., followed by a fried chicken, baked ham and fried shrimp dinner at 6:00 p.m. The cost for the dinner is $22.00 per person. No tickets will be sold at the door. Entrance will be by paid reservation only. Reservation payment must be received no later than Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Classes ending with 4 and 9 will receive special recognition. The winners of four $500 scholarships will be announced that evening. Applications for these scholarships are received by The Community Foundation of Frederick County each year. Check their website for exact time to apply. For more information, contact Joan Freeze, Thurmont High School Alumni Pictured from left are: (Back row) Butch Sharer, Randy Ruby, Matthew Lenhart, Jim Barth, Noah president, at 301-271-7387 or Viola Noffsinger, secretary, at 301-898-9898. Barth; (Front row) Caythee Ruby, Ashley Ridenour, Hannah Barth, and Kay Barth. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 17
Rocky Ridge Progressive 4-H Club Community Service (p) 301-271-4444 (f) 301-271-4796 The Rocky Ridge Progressive 4-H Club assisted the Gateway Automotive residents of St. Josephs Ministries play Bingo during inc. their April Community Service Project. On Saturday, April 5, 2014, four members of the club provided and Check out our NEW handed out prizes to Bingo winners; they also assisted State of the Art residents in filling out their cards. Member Dakota 4 Wheel Alignment Bittner was the official number caller. Club members who participated were Dakota Bittner, Addison Eyler, Machine Kaitlynn Neff, and Jaden Ruby. “The Maryland Cooperative Extension Service’s programs are open to JUST all citizens without regard to race, color, sex, handicap, religion, age or national origin.” $79.99 Located at: 210 Boundary Avenue Courtesy Photo Thurmont, MD 21788 Catoctin Area Civitan Club Sippy Cup Civitans are everyday citizens who come together in communities around the world to socialize, learn, and serve their neighbors. In Thurmont, the Catoctin Area Civitan Club works hard to meet the needs and improve the lives of those within their community. Through service projects, they work with the town of Thurmont and the surrounding area to improve their neighborhoods and address concerns of all different varieties and types. Some of their projects support their international focus on improving the lives of people with developmental disabilities. If you are interested in becoming involved in their service projects or you know of someone in need, please contact the club president, Ginger Malone, at [email protected] or call 301-606-6891. Monies raised support people in our area who have developmental disabilities and provide support to meet other needs in our community. The Catoctin Area Civitan Club is selling double-walled insulated 12 oz. plastic cups, which are perfect for wine, frozen drinks, or iced tea (includes sturdy lid and straw). The Sippy Cups are ideal for pool, patio, or boating. They are individually boxed. Cups are $10.00 each. There are six different sayings from which to choose: (1) My Sippy Cup; (2) Friends are like bras, close to your heart and there for support; (3) What happens tonight will be on Facebook tomorrow; (4) A friend with wine is a friend of mine!; (5) Wine is to women as DUCT TAPE is to men. It fixes everything!; (6) Wine...how classy people get smashed! To see an image of the cups, please visit their website at www. catoctincivitan.org or contact the club president, Ginger Malone, at 301-606-6891 or [email protected]. Get yours before they’re gone!
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Sports news Thurmont Little League Opening Day 2014 The Thurmont Little League Resthaven Funeral Services, celebrated opening day for the 2014 Shamrock Restaurant, Main Street season on Saturday, April 12, 2014. Groomers, Keilholtz Trucking, Mackenzie Hadeed sang the National Acacia Lodge No. 155, Woodsboro Anthem as members of Thurmont Bank, Ace Hardware, Dee’s Hair Boyscouts and Crew 270 Color Stylist, Affordable Glass, Amber Guard raised the flag. Thurmont Hill Physical Therapy, Bekwam Mayor, John Kinnaird, threw out the Inc., Thurmont Eye Care, Mike’s first pitch to a catcher in costume— Auto Body, Portner Trucking, the Frederick Keys’ mascot, Keyote. Mountain Gate Restaurant, David Master of Ceremonies was Thurmont Seiss Construction, Roddy Creek Little League President, Michael Automotive, Catoctin Mountain Randall, who welcomed the crowd to Orchard, Med One Pharmacy, the event and the season, promising Amvets Post #7, Bryn Venuto “hot dogs, snow cones, and dirt Remax, Royer Networks, Here’s stains that just won’t come out.” Clydes, Beckley’s Camping Center, Photos by Deb Spalding Thirty-one teams and about 350 Rentals Unlimited, Green Brothers Members of Thurmont Little League’s Athletics t-ball team line up during team introductions players make up Thurmont Little Construction, Mountain View during opening day activities April 12, 2014. League and Babe Ruth this spring. Landscaping, Stanley Inc., and The season coincides with the Hobbs Hardware. 75th Anniversary of Little League International. Randall said, “We are very honored to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Little League International with all of the current and past players in our community. We hope to provide an experience for the kids like none other while (below) Pictured is Mason Younkins, #1 on the HotRods. providing competitive baseball and upholding the ideals that built Little League.” Teams were introduced, and sponsors were thanked, including WFRE Radio and Criswell Chevrolet. League sponsor, P. J. Roofing, really stepped up to the plate to prepare for this season by contributing (above) invaluable repairs and renovations to the complex. Their investments in Thurmont’s Mayor, John Kinnaird, threw the first pitch of the Thurmont Little League are greatly season to the Frederick Keys Baseball Team mascot, Keyote. appreciated. Sponsors for the season include (below) Thurmont Paving, G & S Electric, Teams are introduced during Opening Day celebrations on April 12, 40 West Auto Care & Towing, 2014.
Send Your Sports News: [email protected] Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 19 11U Catoctin Baseball Club Finishes Catoctin Youth Football & Cheerleading Second in Tournament Registration The 11U Catoctin Baseball Club finished in Second Place at the Hershey, The Catoctin Youth Association’s Football & Cheerleading Registration Pennsylvania, “Indoor War.” The tournament consisted of teams from is now underway for the 2014 season. Early registrants, prior to May 15th, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. receive $10.00 off of their registration. Registrations may be completed online at stonealley.com. In-person registration will be held on June 21, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Thurmont Ambulance Building (upstairs) 27 North Church Street Thurmont. For more registration information, please visit catoctinfootball.net. Any registration received after June 21 will assessed a $20.00 late fee. Please contact Rob or Sherry Myers at 301-305-1016 or 301- 447-3430 for more information. 1st Annual Cougar Basketball Camp Catoctin High School’s Boy’s Basketball Coach, Aaron Meekins, will host his first annual Cougar Basketball Camp in the Catoctin High School gymnasium this summer. The camp is for boys entering grades 4 through 9 and helps them master the fundamentals of basketball. Camp highlights include shooting competitions, camp awards, team coaching, defensive moves and positioning, offensive attack, concessions, and prizes. Each registrant receives a free camp t-shirt. Courtesy Photo Camps take place June 23-26 (12:30-4:30 p.m.) or July 7-10 (8:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon) Mondays through Thursdays. Camps cost $80.00/session if received on or before June 1, or $100/session if received after June 1. Mail checks payable to Cougars Boys Basketball to Cougars Boys Basketball Camp, Attn: Coach Meekins, 14745 Sabillasville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788. This camp is sponsored by Catoctin High School Boosters. Pictured from left are: (Kneeling) Zack Whitmore, JJ Zirkle, Hayden Dextradeur, Garrett Mayhew, For more information, please call Coach Meekins at 301-524-7970 or Bill Heise; (Second row) Colby Horning, Bryson Caballero, Kolbie Romeril, Matt Rinehart, Logan “Yoda” Smith; (Third row) Coach Mike Whitmore, Manager Darryl Dextradeur, and Coach Rich [email protected]. Mayhew. Town of Emmitsburg Gives Baseball Team a Emmitsburg Holds Season Opening Games Field to Play On The parents and players of The Maryland Storm 12U baseball team would like to thank the Town of Emmitsburg for giving the team a field to play on. It will be nice to have a home field for the boys to finally hold practices and host games on. They would especially like to thank Commissioner Chris Staiger for his efforts in helping the team obtain the field. The Storm is made up of boys from Emmitsburg and Fairfield who were looking to add onto their recreational baseball schedules. The team is registered for the Sunday Travel League and will be participating in tournament play. To find out more about The Storm visit their website at www. marylandstorm.com. To keep up to date with the team like them on Facebook: The Maryland Storm Youth Baseball Club. Courtesy Photo
Photo by Deb Spalding Timmy Wetzel of the Emmitsburg Rednecks American League Team pitches to a player on Thurmont 2 American League Team on during their season opening game on April 13, 2014.
Calling All Catoctin Softball Alumni The Catoctin Softball Program Crane Rentals,& Inc. would like to invite all softball alumni and their families to the 1st T M Annual Catoctin Softball Alumni Game on Thursday, May 1, 2014, Players on the Maryland Storm 12U team include Sean Mazaleski, Johnny Hoffman, Logan Harrington, when the Cougars will take on Nick Wheeler, Nate Roberts, Colten Devilbiss, Garrett Malachowski, Evan Ott, Noah Olesek, Brent Walkersville High School at 4:45 Hamilton, Jayson Howard, Rolando Proctor. Coaches Bryan Devilbiss, John Malachowski, Rolando Proctor, Carlton Mazaleski and Rick Olesek (manager). Bat boy Logan Malachowski. p.m. They are celebrating the 35th year of the program, and they would Wivell Memorial Fund like to include all of you! Please email The Wivell Memorial Fund benefits Catoctin High School (CHS) sports. 1 Creamery Way Coach Jessica Valentine at jessica. CHS athletes have enjoyed the benefits of the funds generated for this cause Emmitsburg, MD 21727 [email protected]
Activities The Catoctin Youth Association victory in his semi-final match. He The 2014 Catoctin Safe & Sane Graduation Committee will hold a (CYA) wrestling program wrapped was able to carry that momentum meeting of interested parents of the graduating class of 2014 on Wednesday, up its most successful year ever. The into finals, edging out his opponent May 14, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. at Catoctin High School (CHS) in the media Cougars posted their best winning by a 3-0 decision and becoming a center. Any and all interested senior parents are asked to attend this meeting percentage in history at the annual State Champion in the 12U, 108 to assist with food pick-up and other activities the night of graduation. Mason-Dixon Championships, held pound bracket. Jacob became the Event announcements and meeting minutes can be seen on the website at in Winchester, Virginia, to capture fifth Catoctin Youth wrestler to win http://catoctinsafeandsane.com or visit our Facebook page – Catoctin High a 4th place finish out of nineteen this title and joins the company of Safe & Sane Class of 2014. teams, representing four states—the previous CYA youth state champion On Friday, May 2, 2014, from 7:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., there will be a squad’s highest placement ever at wrestlers Colin Schildt (2008), Seth fundraiser at Crusaders Bar, located along Route 15, next to Eunice’s this tournament. Catoctin youth Chilson (2008), and two-time youth Restaurant in Frederick. There will be a DJ starting at 8:30 p.m. and a $5.00 wrestlers have settled for a 6th state champs Charlie Perella (2010 cover charge to benefit the Safe and Sane Committee. There will also be drink place team finish for the last three and 2011) and Zachary Bryant specials and food menu items available. consecutive seasons. The squad (2010 and 2012). Tickets are now available for a Crab Raffle to benefit the CHS Class of had twenty-four individual medal The Maryland Wrestling 2014 Safe and Sane. Ten winners will be drawn and each will receive a bushel winners, including seven finalists Association for Youth (MDWAY) of No. 1 crabs, courtesy of Rubes Crab Shack of Emmitsburg. Tickets are and four Mason-Dixon Champions: state tournament was held at the $5.00 each, and the drawing will be held on May 14, 2014, at the meeting of Jacob Bell, Braden Bell, Jacob Baker, University of Maryland, Baltimore the Safe and Sane Committee. and Cody Small. County campus, on February 23, For tickets or other information regarding the Safe and Sane activities, Runners-up included Colby 2014. Two Cougar wrestlers came please contact Lisa White ([email protected]) or 240-367-6996 or Laura Keilholtz, Ethan Fuss, and RJ away with hardware: Jacob Baker Imes at [email protected] or 301-788-6458. Monaghan; 3rd place finishers and Ethan Fuss. Baker was a finalist, Don’t forget to visit Trout’s Family Restaurant in Woodsboro, Maryland, included Hunter Bradshaw, Ryan but settled for a 2nd place finish. during the week of May 19-25, 2014; the restaurant will donate $1.00 Fitzgerald, Ian McLain, Wyatt Payne, Ethan Fuss sported a near-perfect toward the Safe and Sane Committee for each milkshake, omelet, and dessert Caleb Peters, and Jarryd Rosenberry; exhibition, losing only one bout. sold. coming in at 4th place were He was edged out in a close semi- The Catoctin High School Baccalaureate Service will be held on Monday Dewey Pittinger, Owen Liller, Nate finals match by a 2-1 decision by night, May 26, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 15 North Schwartzbeck, Connor Smoak, and the subsequent first-place winner. A Church Street, Thurmont, Maryland. Dennis Pittinger; 5th place finishers composed Fuss wrestled back and The Catoctin High School Senior Awards ceremony will be held on included Keiten Castellow, Joey recorded a first period pin, resulting Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Catoctin High School, and the CHS Senior Picnic Risser, and Nolan Brightshue. Peyton from a high-amplitude throw during will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, from 12:00-3:00 p.m., at the Castellow placed 6th, and Gavin his next contest. Fuss kept things Cunningham Falls State Park – William Houck area. Watkins and Riley Hopcraft each rolling and locked up a 3rd place took 8th place. The hard work and finish as he ran away with a tech- dedication of these young wrestlers, fall in his finals match. Zachary as well as the constant support and Bryant, former CYA wrestler, won encouragement of the coaches and the tournament and became the 5th volunteers, have continued to allow CYA wrestler to claim this honor the CYA wrestling program to grow joining Kane Richardson (2012), in quality, success, and recognition. and Charlie Perella, Jacob Baker, Also for the first time in and Gage Randall, all MDWAY state CYA history, the Cougar youth champions in 2011. squad came away with the team Four Catoctin youth wrestlers championship trophy at this placed in the Middle Atlantic year’s Cougar Challenge, the Wrestling Association (MAWA) club’s annual home tournament. district tournament in Waynesboro, Champions included Jacob Bell, Pennsylvania, and all four made it Nolan Brightshue, and Ethan Fuss. to the finals in their respective age/ Samantha Lookingbill, Zachary weight classes. First place winners Bryant, and Cody Small each took were CJ Hagahs, Intermediate 105; 2nd place. Hunter Bradshaw and Nolan Brightshue, Intermediate Jarryd Rosenberry both placed 3rd. 128; and Zachary Bryant, Advanced The Maryland State Wrestling 93. Ethan Fuss, the Intermediate Association (MSWA) held its 11th 85 pounder, earned 2nd place. annual youth state championship Nolan and Zachary both advanced in Westminster on February 15 to the MAWA Eastern National and 16, 2014. Jacob Baker was Championship in Salisbury, Catoctin’s lone representative, and Maryland, in May, by placing in represent he did. Jacob, wrestling the top four at the MAWA regional out of the number one seed, was tournament in Shippensburg, able to advance to finals with a Pennsylvania. hard-fought, ultimate tie-breaker
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Photo by Francis Tortoro Mainline through by Ann Marie Bezayiff Thurmont, much remains the same. mountain talk Today, one can still witness the passage of Local Rail Service the Maryland Midland Along with the raw beauty of Today, the MMID runs between freights as they this area, the trains add their own Blue Ridge Summit, Thurmont, head west to mystical charm and appeal. At a time Taneytown, Walkersville, Highfield from when most rural areas in the United Westminster, Finksburg, and Union Bridge, States find their train tracks pulled Reisterstown. A map of the area Maryland, with up or remade into jogging paths or served is located at www.gwrr. up to as many as six locomotives several books published by Gateway asphalt walkways, we continue to com. Today the train cars we see hauling cement up grade and Printing, Thurmont. Copies for experience trains moving through carry aggregates, brick and cement, bringing lumber and boxcars in purchase are available at Thurmont our area. So, I was pleased to learn chemicals, and forest products. return for NVR Building Products Historical Society. about a local train historian, Francis The trains run through our area facility. Books by Francis Tortoro: Tortoro. three days a week on Mondays, Though the frequency of Western Maryland Railroad Mainline I was introduced to him at Wednesdays and Fridays. Not much operations and motive power to the Mountain, published 1994; Gateway Printing, where he is an else has changed, though there’s talk has changed over the years, Maryland Midland Railroad employee. I learned about Francis of repainting and renaming some one constant remains the same: Mainline Review, published 1995; Tortoro and his expertise when it of the engines and sending four Thurmont continues a 143-year Western Maryland Mainline comes to the history of the Thurmont engines to the Central Oregon and tradition of hosting rail freight Memories: a Photographic Depiction area’s railroad system. Pacific Railroad. In return, four service through our community of the Past and Present Railway I met with him and the amount six-axle engines may be added to along the famed Western Heritage of Thurmont, Maryland, of information he shared was the Maryland Midland Railway. I’ll Maryland’s Fast Freight Line, published 1996. overwhelming. As a boy, he try to keep everyone updated on the providing the shortest route linking witnessed freight trains traveling possibility. the port of Baltimore with the Articles by Tortoro: The News Post Leader, Frederick, Maryland, through Thurmont on a daily basis A few words from Francis Midwest and beyond. November 21, 1994. Karen Gardner, and observed the operations in the Tortoro, April 2014: nearby yards first-hand. Two of Tortoro appeared on the George Assistant Family Editor. his life-long friends, Tim Bentz and Having been born and raised Wireman radio show in 1994, Michael Eyler, share his enthusiasm in Thurmont, Maryland, I have 1995, & 1996. He has written and knowledge of rail history. lived my entire life within sight Rail service began with of the Western Maryland, now Baltimore lines in 1852 and lines the Maryland Midland Railway’s The Catoctin Hope Chest, Moving Forward were connected to Thurmont and mainline though our community. Hagerstown in 1872. After decades Many are the memories of watching Owning an arts and crafts Gaming Pieces, painted black Onyx of takeovers and acquisitions, the massive Western Maryland freights business has been a dream of necklaces, Wedgewood pieces and current Maryland & Midland in the 1960s with multiple diesel Deborah Mascaro since high school. whimsical bracelets made from Railroad (MMID) was bought by locomotives on the point, mid-train There, she studied arts and crafts and discarded watches. One section of the Genesee & Wyoming in 2007. The helpers and pushers on the rear knew it was something she wanted shop is set aside for pet gifts. Custom Genesee & Wyoming is a short line of seemingly never-ending freights to do with her life. She started made cathouses, designer dog beds, railroad company that owns or has carrying coal, cement, automobiles her business in 2007, above the animal treats and puppy wear are interests in 63 railroads throughout and trailers on flatcars. Goodwill, and moved to a building just a few of the selections for animal at the back and across the street from lovers. six countries. It, too, has a rich Though the passage of time has the Cozy Inn in 2008. On March She has a special section for history, beginning as the Genesee & witnessed a change in ownership 2014, she reopened her arts and children’s purchases. Candles, Wyoming Railroad in 1899. of the former Western Maryland crafts consignment shop in a building Mr. Ed’s candies, pillows, pottery, a few hundred yards in front of her photography and crocheted items line Advertise! [email protected] previous studio. shelves around the store. Mascara Today, the business houses forty- displays her quilt kits along one side two local vendors from Frederick of the room. The list is endless. There and Washington counties and from is something for everyone with a Pennsylvania. Her idea is to have a wide choice of prices. business that supports arts and crafts As for the future, Mascara plans artists in this area and allows them to continue taking custom orders to earn money for their work. As a as she has done in the past, but quilter, she knows from experience also wants to add classes for those that covering the cost of materials and interested in learning arts and crafts. time involved can be a challenge. She She welcomes the extra workroom also has a monthly display featuring space that comes with the new one of the artists or crafters. Her building. youngest vendor is 12 years old and The Catoctin Hope Chest is the oldest is in her eighties. located at 104 Frederick Road across Mascaro is pleased with the from the Cozy Inn. It is opened from variety of gift items displayed in her Tuesday though Saturday from 11-5. store. Her Jewelry selection includes For more information call 240-344- hand-made, one of a kind items, 0870. A perfect place for finding unique created from authenticated Chinese gifts and art pieces for the home. Page 24 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com School news Alex Bolinger—TMS LEO of the Year Thurmont Students Win Essay Contest Thurmont Middle School (TMS) student, Alex Bolinger, was presented Congratulations to the outstanding students who participated in the Lions with the TMS LEO of the Year Award at a recent meeting of the Thurmont District 22W American Heritage and Patriotism Essay Contest. This year, the Lions Club. Alex has consistently demonstrated the qualities of leadership and focus of the contest was patriotism. Caleb Manahan, a student at Sabillasville dedication to service. Her volunteer service includes assisting disabled children Elementary school, wrote the winning essay when he chose Ben Franklin as his with therapeutic horseback riding; raising money for many charities, including favorite patriot. The middle school award was presented to Thurmont Middle St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; and working with the TMS Extended School student, Rachel Handler. Her essay explained how she is a patriot— Learning Opportunity program. According to Lion Joyce Anthony, Alex “has her belief in America and support of American troops. Catoctin High School dedicated herself to being a leader and mentor for her club. She is always eager student, Jennifer Alexander, described in her winning essay how she displays to support worthy causes and to get members of the club involved.” her patriotism through helping others and proudly celebrating patriotic Alex was also selected as the Lions District 22W LEO of the Year because holidays. The awards were presented at a recent meeting of the Thurmont of her outstanding leadership. District 22W includes Allegany, Carroll, Lions Club. Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. The LEO Club program is an Courtesy Photo official program of Lions Clubs International. Lions clubs sponsor more than 5,700 Leo clubs in almost 140 countries. The Thurmont Lions Club sponsors LEO clubs at Thurmont Middle and Catoctin High School. Courtesy Photo
Pictured from left are Don Keeney, Thurmont Lions Club President; Jennifer Alexander; Rachel Handler; and Caleb Manahan.
Catoctin High School Students Share Award Pictured from left are Don Keeney, Thurmont Lions Club President; Sam Foster, Lions District 22W LEO Chairperson; club adviser Gayle DiSalvo; LEO Alex Bolinger; and club adviser Joyce Anthony. Katelyn Mills and Jessica Courtesy Photo Late were presented with the 2014 Catoctin High TMS Bingo Big School LEO of the Year Success Award during a recent meeting of the Thurmont The PTA Thurmont Middle Lions Club. Both Katelyn School (TMS) Bingo was held and Jessica spent many on April 6, 2014. It was a huge hours volunteering in the success, raising over $3,000 for many club fundraisers and TMS students! The TMS PTA would activities. The “Feed the like to thank several of their TMS Hunger Games” food drive, parents and TMS staff for all the Halloween in the Park, donations and for purchasing tickets Christmas in Thurmont, Pictured from left are Katelyn Mills and Jessica Late. to the Bingo. Community Night, and The PTA greatly appreciates all Colorfest were just some of the projects in which they participated. According of their help and support. They are to club advisor, Wendy Candela, “They both not only volunteered for most of looking forward to doing another the events, but took the lead to sign-up, organize, train, and support the club, bingo next year. together committing a total of almost seventy service hours between them.”
Sabillasville Elementary Holds Its Annual Science Fair Courtesy Photo Sabillasville Elementary School held its annual Science Fair on March 11, 2014. The Science Fair was well attended. Students enjoyed watching volcano explosions and completing a trivia quiz that guided them to many interesting projects. Appreciation is extended to everyone who was able to attend and help make this a Sabillasville Elementary School held its annual Science Fair on March 11, 2014. Rylee Burd is pictured with her fun learning event for all. science fair project on how Chickens Hatch. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 25 Mother Seton School Student Advances to Save the Date for CHS Class of 1994 Class National Spelling Bee Reunion There was nothing incongruous about Stephen Hochschild’s win at the The Catoctin High School (CHS) Class of 1994 20-Year Reunion will be Frederick County Spelling Bee on Sunday, March 16, 2014. After twenty-five held on September 13, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at The Ott House in Emmitsburg. rounds—which may be the most ever for the County Bee—Stephen correctly There will also be a Family Picnic on September 14, 2014 (location TBD). NO spelled “incongruity” to capture the championship and win the right to invitations will be going out; a Facebook page named Class of 1994-Catoctin represent Frederick County and Mother Seton School at the National Spelling High has been created for the CHS Class of 1994 to join for updates and Bee in May 2014. information. Please spread the word! Stephen earned the opportunity to compete in the county-wide Bee after correctly spelling “pontiff” in the eleventh round of the school-wide Bee. He’s excited to be participating in the National Spelling Bee. In addition to receiving Middle School Students Win Peace Poster a trophy, Hochschild also received lodging and spending money to help defray the costs of competing in the National Bee. “I was honestly really grateful,” the Contest eighth-grader said after his win. The E.W. Scripps Company administers the National Spelling Bee, which is “Our World – Our Future” was the theme of the 2014 Lions Club in its 87th year. The Frederick County Spelling Bee is sponsored by the Frederick International Peace Poster Contest. The Thurmont Lions Club sponsored the News-Post, Frederick County Public Libraries, and Frederick County Bank. contest for children, ages 11-13, at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg and Thurmont Middle School in Thurmont. The school winners were recognized during the annual Thurmont Lions Club Youth Night. The winning posters Richard Davies, SVP Frederick were created by Jordan Manahan and Justin Peters from Thurmont Middle County Bank (left) and Geordie School, and Amina Beasley and Kimberlee Ahlers from Mother Seton School. Wilson, Publisher of the Courtesy Photo Frederick News-Post (right) present the trophy to Stephen Hochschild (center), 8th grade student at Mother Seton School and winner of the Frederick County Spelling Bee, who will be representing Mother Seton School and Frederick County at the National Spelling Bee in May.
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Send your School news & School photos to share with the community in The Catoctin Banner! Pictured from left are Thurmont Lions Club President Don Keeney, Kimberly Ahers, Justin Peters, [email protected] Jordan Manahan, and Amanda Beasley.
Mother Seton School Confers Seton Values Award at Annual Recognition On Tuesday, March 18, 2014, support to Mother Seton School and several area business owners and to continuing the legacy of Saint (left) Mother Seton School honored Tony Testa, professionals gathered at Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton. owner of Rocky’s Pizza of Thurmont, with Seton School (MSS) for the annual Dr. Powell has been President of the Seton Values Award for his support of MSS Business and Professional Mount St. Mary’s since 2003, and the school’s mission. Pictured from left are Recognition Reception and Awards was recently reappointed for another Sr. JoAnne Goecke, D.C., Principal; Tony Testa; Assunta (Tina) Testa; and Debbie Ceremony. The event was given in two years. His wife, Irene, is the Frazier, MSS Staff Member. their honor to show appreciation coordinator of the Mount Family for the support that the business and Association. Dr. Powell expressed Courtesy Photos professional community give to MSS his gratitude for the award in throughout the year. remarks made to the crowd, but also “It is a privilege for our school emphasized that his work isn’t done. community to honor the dedication “Receiving the award is the easy and contributions of our business part,” he said. “However, what really and professional partners,” said Sr. matters is what happens after the (right) JoAnne Goecke, D.C., principal of award is received. For me, this award Mother Seton School honored Dr. Thomas Powell, MSS. “Their long standing dedication requires my continued resolve to live President of Mount St. Mary’s University, with the and contributions to the educational my life more like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Values Award for his support of the school’s mission of Mother Seton School is a Seton, to try my best to exemplify mission. Pictured from left are Sr. JoAnne Goecke, D.C., Principal; Dr. Thomas Powell; and treasure not only for our school but her life and her commitment as a Irene Powell. the entire community.” servant and leader. To be more like Awardees were Dr. Thomas St. Elizabeth Ann Seton means to be of Mother Seton School is just one of Goecke acknowledged how Powell, President of Mount St. Mary’s more willing to say ‘yes’ when God the ways in which he gives back to grateful she was for the support from University, and Tony Testa, owner calls. For me, it means that ‘no’ is not the community. He was surprised and local businesses and professionals, of Rocky’s Pizza in Thurmont. Dr. an option.” delighted by the award. “It was very most especially from Dr. Powell Powell and Mr. Testa were each Mr. Testa has owned Rocky’s nice to receive this award,” he said. and Mr. Testa and his wife. “The presented with the 2014 Seton Pizza in Thurmont for twenty-four “I’m grateful to be honored in such leadership, dedication, and generosity Values Award, which is given to years. He and wife, Assunta (Tina), a way.” He added that he was happy of the Testas and Dr. Powell and the one business and one professional immigrated to the United States from to support the school and would Mount Community are models for in recognition for their outstanding Napoli, Italy, in 1985. His support continue to do so in the future. our students to strive to emulate.” Page 26 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Teacher of the Year Finalists Art Angels Learn Service Through Art Congratulations to the 2014 Thurmont Lions Club Teacher of the Year by James Rada, Jr. finalists. The reception for the nominees was held recently at Catoctin High. Photo by James Rada, Jr. Pictured (below) are the finalists from each school: Doug Williams, Catoctin Matthew Imes, an 8th High; Laura Estep, Thurmont Elementary; Mike Franklin, Catoctin High; grader at Mother Seton Donna Schisler, Mother Seton; Susan Valenti, Emmitsburg Elementary; and School (MSS), enjoyed art, Susan Guissinger, Lewistown Elementary. but he didn’t realize how The following teachers were not available for photo: Mary Quealy, much until he heard about Thurmont Middle; Rachel Hamscher, Thurmont Primary; and Barbara Doney, the Art Angels Club at the Sabillasville Elementary. The 2014 Thurmont Lions Club Teacher of the Year school. Then a friend of his will be announced in May. got him to join the club. “I Other outstanding teachers who received nominations were: (from Mother like it,” Matthew said. “I Seton School) Claire Beccue, Leah Bennett, Sister Ann Clair Rhoads, and got to do more art than I Danielle Kuykendall; (from Lewistown Elementary) Julie Skowronski; (from could do in school, and be Thurmont Middle) Lori Reginer, Gerty Lambert, Natalie Weinmann, Bethany creative.” Webster, Susan Mize, Berna LaForce, Jilian Johnson, Alicia Kuchinsky, Richard The Art Angels meet every Members of the Art Angels are shown working on table Fagan, Jeffrey Entwistle; (from Catoctin High) Theresa Hutchinson, Mary Tuesday and Wednesday centerpieces for an upcoming school banquet at Mother Ellen Newcomb, Susan Weaver; (from Thurmont Elementary) Bev Adams, morning, from 8:00-8:25 Seton School. Craig Scharp; (from Emmitsburg Elementary) Teresa Krantz, Adam Satterlee, a.m. and then from 2:40-3:15 p.m., Larissa Keller, Karen Adams, Justin Stone. in the art room with advisor Karolyne Eighth grader, Julia Laug, joined Myers. the Art Angels in the 6th grade, The students work on their along with some of her friends. own projects, but they also work “You get to do art, but you also get on various service projects. For the opportunity to work on service instance, a recent project had the projects like making holiday cards with students painting the centerpieces the Baby Jesus on them,” she said. for an upcoming donor banquet at A non-art project that the students Mother Seton School. They have participate in is collecting soda also designed banners for community can tabs to donate to the Ronald businesses, holiday cards, and props McDonald House. All of the service for the annual Mother Seton School project time counts toward the Carnival. They also experiment with students’ service hours requirement, art-oriented technology, such as digital and they have fun doing it. photography and desktop publishing. “The club is unique, because it “The student can develop combines art and service,” Myers leadership skills by leading art said. “We are planting the seeds of projects,” Myers said. “They learn charity with them.” responsibility and teambuilding as A big night for the Art Angels will Courtesy Photo they work on projects.” be the upcoming MSS Fine Arts Night
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Maria Torborg, a 7th grader, got on May 5, 2014. The Art Angels will involved with the Art Angels after she show off their art work, along with Congratulations... did a summer art program at the school. other students at the school. There “I like drawing and painting and I get will also be drama performances and Class of 2014! to see my friends,” Maria said. musical performances.
Encouraging Future Scientists Photo by James Rada, Jr. by James Rada, Jr. Students at Thurmont Elementary projects during their time in the club. that they needed to reduce School (TES) are building rockets and In March, work groups of two or their rocket’s weight. They robots and doing it for fun. three students designed air-powered went back to the drawing The STEM Club, which meets after rockets capable of accurately hitting board to redesign their school on Wednesday afternoons, a target at a given distance, and built rocket. works to make science and technology programmable robots. Although this particular interesting and keep students engaged. Another aspect of teaching project heavily involved “It’s not really about what you’re STEM is that it crosses disciplines, engineering design, Paige doing, but how you go about teaching incorporating writing, science, and said her real interest was and learning,” said Robert Scharp, a math. with chemistry. “I like science teacher at the school who runs “I like technology because you watching chemical reactions the STEM Club. STEM stands for discover new things,” said student and seeing what they do,” Eamonn Law-Knotts, Daniel Dutrow, and Max Moulton work on their Lego robot. Will Payton, Matt Hadeed, and Ryan Horning Science, Technology, Engineering and Sophia Degennaro. “There are so she said. test how far their rocket will fly. Mathematics. many things—TVs, computers, and a In another room, a group The Maryland Department of lot of stuff that we take for granted— of boys, led by a middle-school project was to work on customized Education has eight STEM goals that that wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for student who had been a previous programs for the robot. Daniel Scharp incorporates into each project science.” student of Scharp’s, constructed a Dutrow said that they chose their the group undertakes. She and her work partner, Paige robot out of Lego bricks around a project because, “We wanted to figure Because of the strong interest in Baker, tested their small rocket, CPU. Once the construction was out how to build a robot.” And that the club’s activities, fifteen to twenty constructed from plastic straws, clay, complete, they programmed in is one of the goals of the club. It students rotate through the club in paper, tape, and a balloon. The rocket simple commands to see if the robot encourages students to experiment eight-week intervals. Each group quickly crashed to the floor after its would actually respond. This proved and find ways to solve engineering has enough time to complete two launch, and Sophia and Paige decided successful. Their next step with the problems. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 27 Pack 727’s Blue and Gold Dinner was “Out of this World” Easter Photos Cub Scouts from Emmitsburg’s 727 Pack had quite the surprise during their annual Blue and Gold dinner: Visitors from a galaxy far, far away. Cub Master, Doug Lowe, invited re-enactors from Rebel Legion, Terrapin Base, an international organization whose members dress up as Star Wars characters for charity events. The Star Wars team mingled with the scouts, had their photos taken, and judged the father-son, spaced-themed cakes. The Blue and Gold dinner is where rank advancements from a year’s worth of work take place. Pack 727 is sponsored by St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Emmitsburg.
Courtesy Photo (right) Adeline Harper Ridenour, daughter of John Ridenour and Jessica Zentz- Ridenour, searches for eggs at a local Easter Egg Hunt.
(left) Jen Terry’s Easter photo.
Pictured are: (Back row) ATAT Pilot, Hans Solo, Obi Kenobi, Jedi Knight, Tie Pilot, and Jango Fett; (Front row) R2D2, Luke Buchheister, Finn Ridenour, Chris Yingling Jr, Blaise Ridenour, Timmy McCarthy, Jonah Longenecker, Jack Guinan, Nicholas Lowe, Brendan Guinan, Ethan Taylor, Joel Miller, Hayden McKenney, and Dominic McKenney. Page 28 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com
moved by two horses, but after the to shore near the Creagerstown and flood, the stone was gone, washed Woodsboro Turnpike. looking back — away. The iron trestle west of town that 1889 Though no one seems to have the Western Maryland Railway used “Thurmont Under Water” been killed, there were some close was seriously damaged. Another calls. William Miller, a teacher, went bridge west of it was washed away by James Rada, Jr. wading in the water looking for and a third was slightly damaged. cattle. He slipped and fell into the “Hundreds of yards of track, bent The rain started on May 31, 1889. and gardens. At William Lidie’s river, but managed to catch a tree and twisted, spans gaping chasms or According to the Catoctin Clarion, home, water poured in the windows branch and pull himself to safety. life many feet from the road bed under it fell steadily, but not particularly and piles of rocks replaced his once- However, he was forced to remain in trees and rocks weighting thousands of heavily throughout the evening and thriving orchards. The flood also left the rain overnight and pray that the pounds,” the Clarion reported. overnight. Then around 10:00 a.m. his spring covered over. roots held firm. The next day, Joshua One bridge was saved, though. on Friday morning, “the stratum of Along the Frederick and Ohler attempted to rescue Miller in a Railroad officials had several warm moist air over the mountains Emmitsburg Turnpike, other homes boat, but it capsized, throwing Ohler heavily laden cars taken to the was reached by the cold current, suffered damage. The flooding led into the river. He also managed to Monocacy Bridge, which was already when came the fall that turned our W.L. Shaffer’s cellar filled in with grab onto a nearby tree and climb underwater. “The cars were shoved streams into seething rivers,” the mud. Water Street Extended lived up to safety, but the two men still on the bridge, the men remaining Clarion reported. to its name as it became a river. had to wait hours before another on them to tighten the brakes. It is The result was a “phenomenal “In our town at about 10 o’clock rescue attempt could be successfully believed that three hundred thousand precipitation” that included— on Friday night an alarm was given completed. pounds thus placed on the bridge according to eyewitness reports—at that some families and a large “Only those who have seen the saved it,” the newspaper reported. least two frogs falling from the sky. amount of live stock was in danger, rush of water in a flooded mountain Following the flooding, the Hunting Creek and Owens Creek and wading in the water in some stream have even a remote idea of the newspaper reported that the streams quickly breached their banks. places waist deep, several families fierceness of its current. Our stream had carved themselves new channels. It was a cause for concern, were carried from their homes,” the passes along here with a fall of 100 As the residents began to clean though most people in Thurmont Clarion reported. feet to the mile and its fury on last up the mess left behind from the would not have known why at the Many hogs were carried away Friday was calculated to tame those flooding, Thurmont became the time. About 120 miles northwest in the flooding, though it seems who approached it,” the Clarion terminus of the main stem of the of Thurmont, the same rains that that horses and cows were heavy reported. WMRR for two weeks until the track were now pounding Thurmont had enough and tall enough to generally Roads and bridges were washed could be repaired. contributed to the collapse of a dam make it to the safety of high away. Miller’s Bridge, which had Residents also realized just how in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, which ground. Sometimes, they had to be stood for fifty years at the time, was lucky they had been as news of the led to the Great Johnstown Flood encouraged to flee, though. pushed from its foundation and tragedy at Johnstown reached them. and the loss of more than 2,200 lives. “The editor of The Clarion gained floated down river until it smashed While the dam’s collapse lots of cheap notoriety by losing his intensified the effect of the flooding foothold in the current while urging a in Johnstown, the Clarion noted, badly frightened cow to flee from the “There can be no doubt about it, destroying element: he was grabbed never in our experience had we and pulled out valiantly by Mr. seen water fall in such astounding Charles G. Black, who to render the quantity. Seeing it, one could readily scene more tragic ducked the lantern understand how the mountain rain- under the water and enveloped the sheds furnished the torrents that result in doubt and darkness,” the poured out of the gorges west of newspaper reported. town.” The speed and power of the water West Main Street became a was astounding. The newspaper rushing river. Small out buildings noted that a large flat rock near were washed away, as were top soil William Flohr’s house couldn’t be
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by James Rada, Jr. by Labella A. Kreiner Meet Baby Pygmy Goat Catoctin Chronicles
Photo by James Rada, Jr. Winds of Change An adorable baby It’s almost the end of the 2013- tied the county record for Expert pygmy goat arrives 2014 school year and already our Excel with 775 points; Cameron at Catoctin Zoo… students are making outstanding Bolyard, Nicole Mavridis, and Zach plans for the upcoming months. Rockwood tie the county record Taylor Mathena Plus, our seniors graduate at the for Expert Word with 864 points; of Westminister end of this month! In the next few Emmalee Miller tied the Excel record celebrated his third weeks, Advance Placement Exams with 975 points; and Megan O’Neill birthday at the will be held, and many of our tied Outlook record with 800 points. Catoctin Wildlife sophomores, juniors, and seniors Later this semester, Catoctin’s Preserve and Zoo, will be participating in these college- MCT I students will be taking located in Thurmont. level national exams. And finally, exams for the Excel 2010, MCT While he is just a many of our students have reached II students will take the exam for young boy, he saw new heights and will be striving to Access 2010, and MCT III students animals that were challenge themselves once again with will be taking the Expert Excel 2010 even younger than upcoming certifications. exam. “These students have worked him. Spring means This past month, many of our VERY hard to master this technical new animals at the Casey Mathena of Westminster, with her children, Ryder Mathena material and should be proud of and Taylor Mathena, take delight in meeting the month-old African students were able to pass their zoo, and Taylor pygmy goat. Microsoft Certification Training their accomplishments!” said Mrs. enjoyed petting the Exams in Word, Excel, and Campbell, who teaches the Microsoft month-old African pygmy goats. Powerpoint. Ricky Adkins, Matt Certification Training classes. We “Sometimes, they will have a litter Pygmy goats are fairly adaptable Athey, Marialison Bailey, Kenyon look forward to seeing these students of two and occasionally three, but to different climates. However, Beeman, James Bolin, Madison make top notch performances again first-time mothers usually have only the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve is Bryant, Tyler Cuffe, Miriam Dart, on their second rounds of testing this one,” said Richard Hahn, executive a “fusion-fission” zoo, according David Dorsey, Jacob Dumbroski, semester. director of the Catoctin Wildlife to Hahn. This simply means that Jordan Eiker, Nicholas Figgatt, Dayna Vallek, a sophomore Preserve. when the weather turns cold, the Whitney Grim, Danielle Harrington, attending Catoctin, is running for the Pygmy goats are small, domestic animals are moved indoors to heated Joseph Laamanen, Brietta Latham, Student Member of the Board, which goats. Often they are kept as pets, but buildings and kept there until the Hank Lowe, Dawson Norris, Travis will enable her to voice the needs of they can also be used to produce milk. temperatures warm up. Peters, Casey Rickerd, Rachel students in the upper areas of the Males may grow to be about two- “We keep the goats outside until Robbins, Emily Ruffner, Lillian county to the Board of Education. feet tall at their withers and eighty- the snow falls,” Hahn said. “Then Shumaker, Kelsey Spisak, Noah She is highly capable to handle this six pounds. The females are slightly we move them into the barn. They Stone, Maya Swiderski, Ryan Talbot, position as she has participated in smaller, growing to weigh around are more comfortable and it’s easier Trafford Trevorrow, Dayna Valek, our Thurmont Student Government seventy-five pounds. The small herd to care for them that way.” Jammond Waddy, Jansen Waltz, clubs since middle school, is highly at the zoo has grown by three this The Catoctin Wildlife Preserve Bubba Williams, and Cortney Wright involved in other school functions, year with new births. Pygmy goats has a hundred species of mammals, were able to pass their Microsoft and is a great example to her peers can give birth twice a year when they hundreds of species of birds, and Word Specialist exams with flying and fellow students. We are hoping are as young as a year old. “They are dozens of species of reptiles and colors. Maya Swiderski broke our that she will succeed and become a very precocious and active when they amphibians that they care for. “We county record for the Word exam great representative for not only our are young,” Hahn said. have as many animals, in number, as with 977 out of 1,000 points. Jen student body, but also the student African pygmy goats are originally the Baltimore Zoo,” Hahn said. Alexander, Sam Bennett, Cameron bodies of many schools who seem to from West Africa, but Europe and the You can enjoy the pygmy goats Bolyard, Sam Forrest, Mark Goff, be “overlooked” in our education United States began importing them and other animal babies at the zoo. Robert Hood, Molly Janc, Kelly system. in the 1950s for zoos and research June is National Zoo Month, since Kaas, Nick Lewis, Sarah Pfefferkorn, Catoctin’s sports teams have also facilities. Because of their friendliness there are lots of new baby animals Macy Randall, Tony Reina, Rachel been doing well this past season, and good-natured personalities, to see and the weather is usually nice Robbins, Justin Study, Michaela but updates on that will be covered private citizens began breeding them. for an outing. Stull, Ed Turner, Brandon Ubiera, in next month’s issue, as the spring Kiley Waltz, Maddie Wetzel, and season closes out and summer sets in. Brett Wood passed their PowerPoint Please look out for our AP students Specialist exams. as they review for their exams, and Sam Swanson broke the for seniors who will be setting out PowerPoint exam record with a into the “real world” within the next perfect 1,000 points! And finally our few weeks. Microsoft 3 class had a 100 percent Thank you for reading, and I pass rate for the Expert Word exam hope you enjoyed the updates from and included Ashley Grimes, Dakota this month’s accomplishments within Houck, Camden Kilby, Peyton the “intellectual side” of Catoctin. Laramore, Serena Lertora, Nick If you would like to see a topic in Lewis, Nicole Mavridis, Megan Paul, next month’s article or have any Zach Rockwood, Karianne Schaefer, suggestions, please feel free to email and Codi West. Some other great me at [email protected]. performances included Cameron Once more, thank you all for reading Bolyard and Dylan Crowder who and God bless.
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Roger Ridenour made many his granddaughter, Jayden, friends as the patriarch of the and great-granddaughter, Thurmont Kountry Kitchen Madison, told everyone who Restaurant in Thurmont. He and attended his funeral service, his wife, Pat, went out of their “he was a good man, and a (left) way to make sure diners in their great cooker.” Roger Ridenour establishment felt welcome and Roger is survived by appreciated. The Kountry Kitchen their three daughters: Tracy (below) family grew one patron at a time. Boyd (husband Bruce), Roger and Pat Ridenour In the original restaurant, Roger Andrea Shafer, and Sherry cooked behind an island of parlor Myers (husband Rob); stools in the open dining area. He grandchildren: Bruce Boyd could interact directly with his Jr.(and Amanda), Beth friends, diners, and family as he Ohler (and husband David), cooked their dinner. He told stories, Greg and Mandy Shafer, jokes, and kidded his friends while Paris Perez, Bobby, Nick wielding his spatula or tempting them and Jayden Myers; and four great- like family and that nurtured with a new recipe. Though Roger grandchildren: Madison and Jordyn a community. cooked where you can no longer see Ohler, Kendall and Kellan Boyd. Pat, Tracy, Andy, Sherry, him from the dining area after the In addition, many nieces, nephews, and family would like to restaurant’s addition in 1999, his friends, and special acquaintances thank everyone for the antics, and Pat’s special hellos, are round out the family. He is also beautiful flowers, cards, some of the reason that he, and his survived by his beloved Pugs, Candi prepared foods, the many family, became such valuable friends and Scrunchy. blessings, and the monetary to an entire community. The foundation of respect donations received. They Roger passed away peacefully and love that Roger shared with said, “During a time like this, in his home on March 28, 2014. Pat extended to all. This special we realize how much our Pat and Roger celebrated forty-five relationship does not go unnoticed or friends and relatives really years of marriage and thirty years of unappreciated. In today’s world, it is mean to us. Your expressions operating their popular restaurant more and more rare to witness such a of sympathy will always be business in 2014. In their eulogy, strong bond that made strangers feel remembered.”
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301.271.4704 Call Us Today! 14135 Graceham Rd. Thurmont, MD Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 33 Remembering My Brother, Staff Sgt. Robert L. Joy In their own words Bob is deceased as of January 9, 1994
(The following was sent in response to the featured article about Dr. Harper Robert L. Joy was born and Dr. Pickard that appeared in The Catoctin Banner’s April 2014 issue.) November 12, 1924. He was the son of Hubert and Gertrude (Sebold) Joy, born Immeasurable Gratitude west of Emmitsburg on The article that was written about Dr. Harper on the cover of your last Fowler Hill, the home place issue was truly moving, because he has a special place in our family’s heart. In of his mother. He was one the article, there is mention of Dr. Harper reviving a small boy that seemingly of eleven children, second drowned. That little boy is our son, Stephen Sunday, who was 14 months old in line. He graduated from at the time of the accident. While this day was just another day at the office for St. Euphemia’s School and Dr. Harper, it changed our lives forever. Emmitsburg High School. He April 28, 1980, is a day we will never forget. It could have been the worst was drafted in the U.S. Army day of our lives. Thanks to Dr. Harper, our son survived. We never had to go shortly after his 18th birthday through the loss and tragedy of losing a child. We want to thank him for the in 1942. His basic training was at Fort Hood, Texas. While still eighteen, son we got to raise and love and for the grandsons we never would have had. he was sent to England and then on to active duty in Germany. There, he Even though Dr. Harper may feel he was just doing his job that day, in our eyes had duties in the European Theater of Operation. He was in command of he was our angel. ten men in an anti-tank gun crew, mounted with 57 mm guns. He was also responsible for coordination of crew and tactical advance in combat. He was — Sincerely, Gary and Teresa Sunday Ammunition Bearer (610), Antitank Bearer (610), and Section Leader (610). He was wounded in active duty and awarded the Purple Heart Medal. He also received five battle stars and his major battle was the Invasion of Normandy, Don’t Forget to Remember Battle of the Bulge. Memorial Bob, as he was called, was one of seven brothers in the service: John Joy, May 26 Navy; Joseph Joy, Army; Donald Joy, Army; Kenneth Joy, Army; Francis Day (Jerry) Joy, Army; Michael Joy, Marines; Robert Joy, Army. Some Gone, None Forgotten On his return home on November 3, 1945, he was proud to join the V.F.W. Post 6658 in Emmitsburg. “The right way is not always the popular and easy way. I remember the day he got off the bus on the square in Emmitsburg. He Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of was met by Greta Keilholtz who carried his duffel bag to his home at 203 S. Seton Avenue, where his family was waiting for him. moral character.” ~ Elizabeth Bibesco — Submitted by his Sister, Gloria (Joy) Bauerline Page 34 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com
Courtesy Photo awards last year, and our neighborhood veterans Dick was the Sons of the AMVETS recipient of the award. Dick was very deserving of the award and was very proud to accept it. by Jim Houck, Jr. Dick is a member of our Post 7 Honor Guard and Richard (Dick) Fleagle doesn’t miss many functions that the Honor Guard AMVETS Post 7 Thurmont participates in. He also belongs to the musical group AMVETS Son of the YEAR 2013 “The Catoctin Hollow Boys,” and, folks, you will Neighbors, I am honored to our members and, unless they have just have to go see them have as a friend and comrade, one recently moved, their addresses, when Doctor Mudcat does of the most respected men I have also. Dick puts hours and hours into karaoke and DJ’s at various had the privilege of knowing. Dick keeping the membership straight. functions at the post. The Fleagle—known by many in our When he knows he is right about group is well worth coming veterans organizations as Uncle something, and someone tries to to see. The members at Post Dick—takes pride in serving all change his mind, the 5-foot-4-and-a- 7 are all so proud of Dick, and it veterans and is an asset to the many half dynamo cannot be budged. Dick doesn’t take much to get them talking Dick is a man of many talents veteran organizations in which he has great integrity and will follow the about what a great person he is and and wears a lot of different hats is a member. Dick is the heart of rules set by our parent organizations how he has helped AMVETS Post 7. at different places. He is a man of Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, and if to the letter. Dick is a member of the integrity and energy that never seems anyone at the post needs something The functions given by our Department of Maryland Sons of to fade. I am proud to call this man done, Dick is the “go to man.” family of veterans, Auxiliary and AMVETS and is their Chaplain. He my Good Buddy and hope we can Dick is 1st Vice Commander of Sons, knows that Dick will be there belongs to VFW Men’s Auxiliary remain friends for a long time. The The Sons of AMVETS Squadron helping in any way that he can if Post 6658 in Emmitsburg, and is next time you see Dick, shake his 7 Thurmont, and part of his job is possible. Dick will only miss being a first year trustee. Dick also helps hand and tell him you are proud taking care of membership. This is at any of the events if he had already with many functions that the Men’s of the things he has been doing for a job that he does not take lightly, committed to another event before Auxiliary sponsors. He also belongs our veterans. You will find out how as he pours his heart and soul into that one was scheduled, or if he or to Sons of the American Legion humble this man is, who just wants making sure everything is done right one of his family were ill. Squadron 121 Emmitsburg, where to do things the right way. in aiding our membership. Dick can AMVETS Post 7 held their 1st he is Chaplain and also aides in SAL probably tell you the names of all Annual “Member of the Year” functions. Thank you, Dick! Peggy Koontz LOTS Peggy Koontz [email protected] FOR SALE www.frederickcountyrealtor.com [email protected] www.frederickcountyrealtor.com 301-271-2787 / 301-698-5005 (O) Independently Owned & Operated 301-271-2787301-514-3322 / 301-698-5005 (C) (O) Independently Owned & Operated
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Thurmont American Legion by Edwin Creeger Post 168 First things first: Thank You, Thank You, Thank You to our Local Boy Scouts Troops 270 & 168 for the terrific job they did with the flag retirement ceremony on April 5. They folded and disposed of more than 700 American Flags of all sizes—job well done, boys! Our Ace of Hearts Drawing is up to $3,000 plus. We have a drawing every Wednesday; tickets are $5.00 for 10 tickets. The cut-off for ticket sales is 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday and the drawing is at 7:30 p.m. Membership is not required to take part, so come on out, take a chance, have some good food, and have a fun time. We have a few things going on this Month: Karaoke with Ralph Gann on the May 2; DJ Big AL will be here on May 9; and The Crossing is playing on May 16. On May 24, there will be a Breast Cancer Benefit upstairs in our Ball Room with The Crossing. The cost will be $5.00 at the door; bring your own snacks and enjoy. On the traditional Memorial Day, May 30, there is a Memorial Day Ceremony in Memorial Park in Thurmont. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony at our Post Home. We still have bingo every Thursday evenings, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The kitchen is open. We have our meetings here in our social hall. The Legion members meet the third Tuesday of each month, the Auxiliary meets on the third Wednesday, and the Sons of the American Legion meets on the second Thursday. All meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. Our Kitchen is open on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, from 3:00-6:00 p.m. Don’t forget: our Smoke-Free Ballroom and our Pavilion is available for rent. Sons of AMVETS Squadron 7 Thurmont The Sons of AMVETS Squadron 7 is hosting a Community Breakfast to Honor All Veterans on Sunday, May 18, 2014, from 7:00-11:00 a.m., at 26 Apples Church Road in Thurmont. Breakfast will be open to the public. The cost is $5.00; $2.50 for children under 10 years old. All veterans will eat free! Come on out to our breakfast and thank a veteran. VFW Men’s Auxiliary Post 6658 Emmitsburg Don’t miss the Annual Shrimp and Chicken Feed on April 26, 2014, from 4:00-7:00 p.m., at VFW Post 6658, located at 12 West Main Street in Emmitsburg. Doors will open at 3:00 p.m. The cost is $25.00 per person. The event benefits children in our community. Page 36 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com senior moments by Helen Deluca
Hello to all Seniors, young and old! 7 at 1:00 p.m.; Mark Long will be The Thurmont Senior Center at the Center on Friday, May 9 at had a full house for the Property 11:00 a.m.; Kirby Delauter will be Tax Seminar. We were expecting at the Center on Friday, May 16 at Ms. Diane Fox, Director of the 11:00 a.m.; Ralph Whitmore will be Frederick County Treasury, and at the Center on Friday, May 23 at were pleased to welcome Kathy Shea 11:00 a.m. of the Department of Aging, and Reserve a lunch and meet the Photo by Irene Matthews Stacey White of the Office of Home candidates. Call a day ahead; lunch Energy Program. Each lady gave an is $5.00 or on the honor system. The informative presentation of what lunch menu and activities schedule is available from their department. is always available at the Center The necessary forms and directions or call 301-271-7911. Teresa, or were and are available at the Center whoever is manning the phone, will for those interested in filing for be happy to help you. credit. If you were unable to attend Before I give the list of May the seminar or if you need more help activities, I want to clarify the Thurmont Senior Center Property Tax Seminar or information, you can call Diane operating hours of the Center. The Fox at 301-600-1111, Kathy Shea at hours are 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., the Department of Aging at 301- Monday through Friday. Some Don’t forget the pot luck lunch would like to share with others, 600-1605, or Stacey White at 301- activities continue past the closing at and General Meeting on April 30 we would love to hear from you. 600-2410. Each lady has assured 3:00 p.m. The Thurmont Senior Center at 12:00 p.m. Bring a dish or pay It’s your Center, and we are here to us that you will get to speak with a only closes when the schools are closed $5.00. Call the Center to let us make you welcome and appreciated. “real human being,” not a recorded because of inclement weather. When know your choice. The General Thought for the day: Don’t watch message. the schools are open two hours late, Meeting is an opportunity for you to the clock; do what it does. Keep Some changes are happening the Center is open on time. know or question how the Center is going. Take time to play, it’s the at the Center. George Anzelone We asked for volunteers who operating financially or otherwise. secret for perpetual youth. Smile, now serves as the president of the would drive our van to take seniors If you have any suggestions, spring is sprung. Board of Directors; Kathy Dowling grocery shopping or to keep doctor ideas, comments, or talents you is now the Center’s treasurer. She appointments. We do have two is replacing Doris Roman who did volunteers, but are asking again an outstanding job, but wanted to because it would be nice to have make a change. Doris will serve as some “backup drivers.” If you, or corresponding secretary replacing someone you know needs help, call Eila Tegethoff who resigned because the Center to set up a time for pick of other personal commitments. up. The van will be available in Another big change is our the local area, any day but Friday. Coordinator. Kay Knepper is leaving There is no charge, but if you are the Center. We are sorry to see able, a donation of $5.00 will be her leave and she will be missed appreciated to offset the cost of by many. Our new Coordinator operating the van. is Teresa Kempisty. Kay has been Now, get your calendars ready: working with Teresa, and we are I already told you May 7, 9, and looking forward to having Teresa 16, are candidate days. On May 8 with us. Our sincere thanks to Kay at 11:30 a.m., Kristen Long from for all of her help, and we wish her PNC Bank will make a presentation. well in all she does in the future. On May 13 at 11:00 a.m., Senior Come in and say hello to Teresa. Benefits will talk about Medicare I’m sure you are all aware that changes. On Wednesday, May 15, Frederick County Government at 6:00 p.m., is the Annual Birthday ads@ thecatoctinbanner.com will also be making their changes. Party at Cozy Restaurant; cost is There will be a County Executive $13.00. The raffle will take place with Council members rather than at the party; you do not have to be the Board of Commissioners. The present to win, but be sure to turn primary election will take place in your tickets. On May 20 at 11:00 on June 24, 2014. There are four a.m., Maryland Recall Phone Service candidates from District 5. District 5 will make a presentation. May 21 consists of Myersville, Emmitsburg, at 1:00 p.m. is 50/50 Bingo. Bring a Thurmont, Sabillasville, Rocky friend; reserve lunch and have a fun Ridge, Woodsboro, Johnsville, afternoon of Bingo and socializing. and Wolfsville. The Republican All are welcome. At 11:00 a.m. on candidates are Kirby Delauter and Wednesday, May 28, the Taylor Ralph Whitmore. The Democrat Marie fashion show will be held— candidates are Fred Wood and Mark just in time for all the spring and Long. If you would like to discuss summer fashions. All in all, May is an issue with these gentlemen, Fred a busy month; it’s time to get out of Wood will be at the Thurmont the house and take advantage of the Senior Center on Wednesday, May beautiful weather. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 37 Emmitsburg Senior News Care Connection Offers Opportunities for May is here at last, and, coincidentally, it is Older Americans Month. Friendship and Support That’s us, folks! To celebrate the occasion, we will be holding an Open House on Wednesday, May 14, with Bingo at 1:00 p.m. There will be a Care The Care Connection, a new initiative through the Frederick County Connection brunch at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27, and we will end the Department of Aging, will offer a safe and relaxed place where caregivers and month with the Senior Carnival at the Frederick Senior Center on May 30, the person to whom they provide care can enjoy a meal together with other from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; the Emmitsburg Center will be closed on that caregivers, care recipients, friends, and local health and social professionals. day. The goal of the Care Connection is to create an environment that promotes Other special features for the merry month of May will include an evening socialization, friendship, and support. There is no formal agenda, although program, “Backyard Birding,” at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, and an resource information is available each month. evening ‘500’ card party on Wednesday, May 28, also at 7:00 p.m. Please Participants will enjoy brunch at the Emmitsburg Senior Center, and each don’t forget to honor our service veterans, those lost in military action, and participant is asked to contribute $2.00 towards the meal. The full cost of the others still among us—“the greatest generation”—on Memorial Day. meal will be offset by donations from different local agencies and businesses Regular Activities include our Walkers’ group (Monday, Wednesday, each month. Friday), 9:00 a.m.; Bowling: Mondays, 12:15 p.m.; Art Class: Mondays, 1:30 The Care Connection will meet the last Tuesday of every month, beginning p.m.; Bridge & 500: May 7 & 21, 12:30 p.m.; Strength Training: Tuesdays & on April 29, 2014, at the Emmitsburg Senior Center, located at 300 South Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.; Pinochle: Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.; Canasta: Fridays, Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg. Reservations are requested to Linda Umbel at 12:30 p.m.; Cards, Games & Puzzles, May 6, 13, 21, and Friday afternoons. 301-600-6350. The “Man Cave” (pool room) is open on Wednesdays; call Linda if you are interested in joining. The senior citizens encourage everyone fifty years of age and older to join their activities at the Emmitsburg Community Center. Persons sixty and over Memorial Day Facts are eligible for the hot lunch program. For information on the lunch program and all other activities, contact the coordinator, Linda Umbel, at 301-600- Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed annually on 6350, or email [email protected]. the last Monday of May. It was formerly known as Decoration Day, originating after the American Civil War to commemorate the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars. Get Results! Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. AdvertISE IN...THE CATOCTIN BANNER! From the practice of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and Full Color, Affordable, & Effective flags, the holiday was long known as Decoration Day. The name Memorial Day goes back to 1882, but the older name didn’t Call 301-447-2804 or email [email protected] disappear until after World War II. Federal law declared “Memorial Day” the official name in 1967. Page 38 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 39 Read all About It! North County’s Newspaper History by James Rada, Jr. Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles about the history and evolution of newspapers in the Catoctin area.
Picture and Caption Courtesy of Thurmontimages.com. Although Thurmont and began Emmitsburg are only seven-and-a- publishing half miles apart, in the early 18th the Catoctin century, it was probably a two-hour Clarion on trip from one town to the other. While March 4, a person could make a round trip in a 1871. Need single day, it wasn’t something people served as both wanted to do daily if they didn’t the editor and have to. This made the communities publisher, neighborly yet very independent. This but he had to could be seen in the publishing of sell the paper different newspapers—a separate one because of for each community. health issues. Emmitsburg was the first of the However, it two communities to get a newspaper. continued to We Invite You to Share Your “The first paper, the Emmitsburg receive strong The offices of the Clarion newspaper located in the Osler Building with Good News! Banner was published in 1840 by support “Stull’s Confectionery and Saloon” next door. Identified are L.R. Waesche at • [email protected] • a Mr. McClain. The Emmitsburg from the far right next to tree, Git Lidie third from the right, and Tup Lucas standing • Message Line 240-288-0108 • • Fax 301-447-2946 • Banner was published only a few community in the doorway. times before it ceased operation,” under new according to a 1951 article in the owners. This is largely due to the editor, substantially, that ‘the value Emmitsburg Chronicle. hard work of editors like Charles of a newspaper consists not so much The second newspaper in Cassell, H. Q. Miller, James Firor, J. in what we put into it, as in what is Emmitsburg was the Emmitsburg K. White, and Carl Cassell. kept out of it.’” Star, published in 1845. It was The 1870s also proved a good In another issue of the paper, published by C. Grate and focused time to start a newspaper in Motter talked about the newspaper’s on literature and fine arts. Emmitsburg. Princeton University equipment and warned off potential These early newspapers failed to graduate Samuel Motter started the thieves, writing, “Sneakthieves are find a large enough subscriber base Emmitsburg Chronicle on June 14, warned to avoid this office. Go to sustain them for more than a few 1879, with an annual subscription round, be distant. Our weapons, issues. costing $1.50. offensive and defensives, consist of a Thurmont got its first newspaper The debut editorial stated the carbine nearby. Our apprentice has in 1860, when Isaiah Wolfersberger goal of the newspaper as this: “Our a single barreled pistol in his vest published The Family Visitor. “The first aim shall be to present the pocket; the muscular development only known copy of the newspaper, CHRONICLE as a medium through of the foreman are just nicely a single tattered page dated May which the outer world may learn our symmetrical. He is skilled in the 30, 1862. This page was obtained aims, our hopes and high resolves. use of his composing and shooting by the Enoch Pratt Library and a We shall not try to amuse our readers sticks, as well as, of good solid photo copy of it given to the Town with rhetorical flourishes, nor with mallet which he uses in a sinister of Thurmont,” according to A sonorous sentences, neither shall way; the devil has a way of grinning Thurmont Scrapbook: Glimpses of we indulge in meaningless jests, nor that is significant of his capabilities; History. This paper was also short- silly observations, but endeavor, but best and most reliable of all, lived. In the case of the fleeting The in an unpretending way to give is our pair of crutches, stout and Family Visitor, the story goes that our readers the current news of seasoned, which have sustained us it was because Wolfersberger was a the times, with such items of local in many an emergency, during not Confederate sympathizer in a town interest that may present themselves: a few years; we are thus in good that largely supported the Union. we shall try to practice the recent practice; unoffensive we trust, in Thurmont’s second newspaper suggestion of an esteemed clerical deposition, but nevertheless on our fared much better. William Need friend, who we estimate as a model guard. Avaunt Ye!”
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301-447-3797 Fax 301-447-3755 301 West Main St. PO Box 990 Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Page 40 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com The Other Side of Catoctin Mountain Park by Susan Burke, Supervisory Park Ranger Courtesy Photos Spring is here and it’s time to get house. There was no electricity; areas and enjoy your hiking boots out of the closet they used oil lamps for light. They lunch. The area and take a hike. Most visitors who drew water from a nearby well for is away from come to Catoctin Mountain Park cooking and washing. Today, asters traffic, quiet and want to see the Falls, but many also grow at the well, brightening the peaceful. But, want a good vista, rocks to climb, landscape in late fall. of course, if you and creeks to splash around in. Don’t forget to stop at the have a van full of Some do not want snakes, bears, sawmill. The streams on the west active children, bugs, or any creepy crawly, yet still side of the park provided power for they can run and want to see nature and all that it the lumber industry. The sawmill play safely while offers. You may experience a prize near the entrance to Owens Creek you light up the sighting of a turkey or a deer, or camp ground is a replica of the grill and cook most excitedly, a bear with cub. You original mill that stood on this some burgers can closely examine every leaf and spot. The exact date of construction and hotdogs. twig to see what you might discover. and first operation of this vertical You might find morel mushrooms or sawmill is unknown, but it is shown millipedes mating. Who would have on an 1857 map with the same area (above) The Sawmill. thought a cicada was so beautiful? indicated as deeded back to 1808, Magnificent florescent colors! mentioning rights to water ways. So, look beyond the east side The same 1857 map also shows four Dogs are also welcome, but remember trails and head west. additional sawmills on Owens Creek to keep them on their leash. There are many secrets hidden and one on Big Hunting Creek near Spend a day at Catoctin Mountain on the west side of the park. One the present day Visitor Center. The Park: Enjoy, Explore, Relax, and Return of these is the Browns Farm Trail. sawmill near the present day Owens for more of the “Other Side of Catoctin Before the park was here, farmers Creek Campground probably Mountain Park”! eked out a living in these rocky hills. operated until after the late 1890s. If you are observant, you can see the This reconstruction of the mill was (left) The florescent colors of the cicada. cellar hole. Picture the house built built by the Youth Conservation of chestnut that once stood on the Corps. We Invite You to Share Your Good News! stone foundation. The Browns raised While you are on the west side of • [email protected] • four daughters in the eight-room the park, pull into one of the picnic • Publisher’s Line 301-447-2804 • Patronize the Advertisers in The Catoctin Banner! Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 41 Catoctin Mountain Park to Host the Second Annual Frederick County Outdoor School Reunion at Camp Greentop On April 5, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., Catoctin Mountain Park is partnering with Catoctin High School to hold a reunion of the Frederick County Outdoor School alumni as part of the National Park Foundation’s Park Stewards program. The Park Stewards Program, launched in 2009, gives high school teachers and students the opportunity to explore how national parks are relevant to their lives. High school teachers and park rangers work together to develop curriculum and service-learning activities benefitting the students and the parks. The Catoctin High students will apply academic knowledge and critical thinking skills to collect oral histories documenting the history and impact of the Frederick County Outdoor School Program that operated at Camp Greentop from 1957 until 1996. The Outdoor School Reunion will be held in an open house setting at Camp Greentop and will provide opportunities for Outdoor School alumni to revisit Camp Greentop, share their outdoor school memories, and tour this special place with family and friends. Catoctin High School National Park Club members will be on-site to conduct oral history interviews with alumni willing to record their memories as a way of documenting the activities and impact of the Outdoor School program. Former Outdoor School principal Eddie Main will staff a display of Camp Greentop memorabilia. The day will feature opportunities to interact with former Outdoor School students, teachers and principals and to participate in activities reminiscent of camp activities. Activities include recognition of Outdoor School alumni at 9:30, 10:30, 1:30, and 2:30. Members of Boy Scout Troop 270 will manage a campfire from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. that will be available for visitors who would like to roast hot dogs and marshmallows brought from home. Former teacher Avadna Coghill, known to many as “Pocahontas” will tell Ken the Wardog and other stories at the Rec Hall at 2:00 p.m. Selected camp buildings will be open for self-guided tours. Outdoor School alumni willing to share pictures, letters or other memorabilia from their experiences at Camp Greentop are encouraged to bring these items to the reunion. Catoctin High Students will scan the pictures and documents and photograph other memorabilia. The electronic versions will become part of the Catoctin Mountain Park Historic Archive. All items will remain in the possession of their owners. Please visit the Facebook page, “Frederick County Outdoor School Reunion at Catoctin Mountain Park” to share your thoughts and learn more about the day’s events. Catoctin Mountain Park is one of over 400 units administered by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. Correspondence should be addressed to: Superintendent, Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788. Our website address is www.nps.gov/cato. The Visitor Center is open from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. daily. Page 42 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Follow My Tweet, Friend! Tickling Our Tastebuds by Ashley McGlaughlin Using social media has become a used for more frequent posting than by Denise Valentine standard process in communications, Facebook. According to Statisticbrain. marketing, and promoting businesses. com, the average number of tweets per Hello, everyone. Well, hopefully that blast of winter that we had recently Today, well-known entities such as day is fifty-eight million. Twitter users will be the last of the season. I’m ready for some nice sunny weather. I thought USA Today, Discovery, and even the can “tag” other businesses or friends, that I’d share a simple recipe for cinnamon rolls that the children can help singing competition, American Idol, and their followers. This allows users prepare for a Mother’s Day breakfast for mom.....just sayin’! use social networking websites as a to also view that same tweet. One The funny thing is that I searched my cookbooks for a “simple” recipe tool to market their company across retweet, and millions could encounter that used biscuits, so it would be easy for youngsters to help with the baking. the world. You can Tweet live during that news flash or idea. There is a star I was telling my daughter, and she said she would look on “Pinterest.” She an American Idol show. According to icon in shades of gold where users forwarded this recipe to me, and it was exactly what I was looking for! There a Harvard Business Review, fifty-eight can “favorite” a tweet. By “favoring” is no author listed but the recipe is delicious. Happy Mother’s Day! percent of companies are currently a tweet, the tweet will be saved and engaged in social networks like other users can then access your Facebook, microblogs like Twitter, “favorited” tweets. and sharing multimedia on platforms The Catoctin Banner Newspaper like YouTube (Ennes, 2014). has a Twitter and a Facebook; use Social media websites can help your your blog to post your good news. business or even completely destroy Use @catoctinbanner on Twitter it. An average person spends about and Catoctin Banner Newspaper on Sticky Bun Breakfast Ring 3.2 hours on social websites, putting Facebook to stay connected. Message out their opinions for anybody to The Catoctin Banner on either site see. There are about 1,310,000,000 with ideas to write about in our active Facebook accounts today, and next issue, and with anything new 2 small tubes of refrigerator buttermilk biscuits 645,750,000 active twitter accounts, happening in your area! 3 tablespoons butter, melted according to Statisticbrain.com. Both of A web blog (blogging) is a ½ cup pancake syrup (any brand) these sites allow users to communicate discussion-based website. Blogging 1/3cup packed light brown sugar and debate through direct messaging, allows users to post their view or creative writing, and product opinion on almost any subject. ½ teaspoon cinnamon promotion. Job seekers can even Businesses can use blogs as a form ½ cup chopped nuts (your favorite), optional communicate with potential employers. of feedback from their customers Twitter and Facebook are used and clients which can notify business Preheat oven to 375 degrees. to post almost anything—factual or owners what they are doing well and opinion-based. However, Twitter is what they could improve upon. Spray a fluted pan with non-stick spray. Combine the melted butter and syrup in a small bowl and set aside. In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if desired).
Place half of the syrup mixture in the bottom of the pan. Then sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture on top. Lay the biscuits on the bottom of the pan, overlapping edges (closely together) to form a ring. Top with remaining syrup and sugar mixtures.
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911, What’s Your Emergency? — Continued from cover page Emmitsburg Ambulance Company residency, Frederick County requires had received a complaint about 10 EMTs within your company to put the ambulance company under a running first-due calls. running a safe operation or having live within your first-due area or five microscope. A close examination of If that one career-staffed unqualified volunteers that would miles from your station. Company an organization is not a bad thing, ambulance goes on a call, and the endanger anyone’s safety. Company 26 is currently out of compliance as sometimes improvements can second-due call goes out for another 26 was not called before the County with the County’s 10 List, due to be made that will make operations emergency in Emmitsburg or the Commissioners because they had the residency of their volunteers. better in the long run. In this case, I surrounding 5-mile area, there are endangered or caused harm to an Mary Lou said, “We’ll be compliant feel there is an issue of concern. two ambulances with engines that individual. Their volunteers are in June. Right now, since we’re So far, the career EMS staff has will not be started, whether or not qualified, the company well-run. suspended from call dispatch, we’re been relocated from Company 26 to there is a volunteer ready to handle Those two ambulances should be using the time to recruit EMTs and the Vigilant Hose Company. That the call. operating. drivers to grow our membership, so ambulance has been running first-due Let’s say that I had a life and Company 26’s President, Mary we don’t experience this problem calls from Vigilant Hose Company death health emergency while Lou Little, said, “We haven’t been in again.” since December 8, 2013. Company working at my copy center store in the spotlight since 2004, when career Company 26 is planning an 26 volunteers were handling second- the lobby of the Emmitsburg Jubilee. staff was being introduced.” She EMS Day, which will be held at the due calls until April 14, when all My co-workers call 911. Let’s say noted that the problems dissolved Emmitsburg Ambulance Company activity was halted after the hearing the first ambulance was already out once career staff were placed in Station on Creamery Road in with the commissioners. on a call. Now, I need EMTs in an service, and added, “It was just Emmitsburg on May 24, 2014, Unfortunately, none of the ambulance to rescue me. Did I say volunteer pride across the county from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This residents of Emmitsburg were NOW? I’d want the second-due at that time that caused ripples of event features blood pressure and made aware of the situation until ambulance that was in town less than resistance to career help. We have a glucose screening, a car accident a newspaper article was published 5 minutes away to help me before great working relationship with our demonstration, and volunteer the day of the hearing. After I’d want an ambulance that is 10 county personnel and can’t wait for information. reading the article, everyone could to 15 minutes away to help me. I them to come back.” About the investigation, Mary assume the Emmitsburg Ambulance might really need help! But, now I In the investigation conducted by Lou said, “They’re making it sound Company really messed up. We’ll might die, because I had to wait for Frederick County after they received like there have been issues since get to the volume of the situation my EMT friends from Thurmont, the complaint, they found that the 1998. To set the record straight, in a minute. First, I need to stress Fairfield, or Taneytown to show up. Emmitsburg Ambulance Company we’ve been meeting regulations since the problem. Due to the suspension, As someone who may be in need of did not meet the county standards in 2004, which is when the county second-due ambulance calls cannot emergency services, I don’t really care regards to the “10 List.” The State of provided Company 26 with career be run by volunteers at Company about some disgruntled volunteer’s Maryland has 10 List requirements staff. Since then, we have had no 26, where two ambulances are complaint. Yet, I do care that also. To meet State standards, you issues. We are working on correcting currently sitting idle. This means that ambulances are sitting nearby—not need to have 10 EMTs in your our residency requirements for the 10 the entire Emmitsburg community moving when I need them. company, regardless of where they List, and we will be compliant before and surrounding areas have one Reader, I wouldn’t be taking reside. While the State of Maryland’s the hearing with the Commissioners ambulance staffed with career staff your time to read this article if the 10 List doesn’t care about volunteer on June 19, 2014.” Page 44 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com
rts & ntertainment Arts & Entertainment is a place where you can express and share your creative side with the community, whether it be poetry, short stories, art, photography, and the like, we welcome you to send us your entries at [email protected]. Let your creativity shine. New Book Tells the Untold Stories of Gettysburg Brothers Most people know about the Battle of Gettysburg, but how many of them by Jerry Campbell know about how soldiers in WWI were trained in tanks on the same battlefield? (Dedicated to my niece, Sherry Turner, who helped Do they know that Gettysburg was get the words right.) home to one of the creators of the Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine, Studebaker automobile or a Hall of Fame They sat and talked – a quiet scene. pitcher? Can they tell the story of when Each spoke of places he had seen, 57,000 Civil War veterans descended on How he’d survived through thick and thin. Gettysburg to remember the battle or The Leatherneck said, “We’re the few, when a different battle was fought before Each one knows well what he must do.” the Supreme Court to try and preserve the The Sailor fought from way off-shore, battlefield? His aim was good, his guns – big bore. These are the untold stories of The Soldier had his buddy’s back, Gettysburg. They are the stories of the He said, “To win, you must attack.” people, places, and events that happened The Airman said, “Not true, my friend. in and around Gettysburg, outside of the It was my mission to defend.” famous Civil War battle; and, in many Each one had been there; each had fought, cases, these stories are just as interesting as the Battle of Gettysburg. The Each one had done as he’d been taught. Catoctin Banner columnist James Rada, Jr. has written a new book filled with For flag and country each stood tall, these stories. Beyond the Battlefield: Stories from Gettysburg’s Rich History is And volunteered to give his all. a collection of forty-six stories and fifty-six photographs that give you a fuller They served their nation – served it well, picture of Gettysburg. “I’ve always enjoyed writing about history and the And caused our hearts, with pride, to swell. stories that are a little bit off the beaten path,” says Rada. Rada looks through newspapers and history books searching for his source material. He isn’t looking for the “big” stories that have been written about many times before. Instead, he searches for stories that are lesser known but just as interesting and illustrative of the history of the area. Beyond the Battlefield has something for everyone. Covering more than 200 The Winter Snows Have Melted years of history, you’ll find stories of a massive manhunt for a chicken thief, George Washington’s visits to Adams County, the hunt for the murderer of a by Dorothy Coyle of Cascade, Maryland Pennsylvania State trooper, the mysterious disappearance and reappearance of Winter snow is melting and teach them how to fly. the chair Abraham Lincoln sat in during the Gettysburg Address, and many and spring is in the air. Tulips are pushing through the ground, more. Rada pulls stories from history and crafts them into fascinating pieces The birds are courting eager to appear. that will turn casual readers into history fans. and flitting everywhere. Soon daffodils will be blooming; He writes a weekly local history column for the Gettysburg Times, More robins are appearing then the tree blooms will appear. and his articles frequently appear in magazines like Celebrate Gettysburg, as the days go by. And let us know that, at last, Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Heritage. They will be finding nesting places Spring is here. James Rada, Jr. is an award-winning writer who Midwest Book Review to raise their young called “a writer of considerable and deftly expressed storytelling talent.” Small Press Bookwatch listed Rada’s Saving Shallmar: Christmas Spirit in a Coal Town as “highly recommended.” He has two dozen writing awards from the Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists, Maryland-Delaware- DC Press Association, Maryland State Teachers Association, and Utah Ad Phone In Heaven Federation. Rada is the author of four historical fiction novels and six non-fiction by Linda E. Calhoun history books. He has written about Gettysburg before in No North, No South…: The Grand Reunion at the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of My phone won’t be ringing, Gettysburg and Battlefield Angels: The Daughters of Charity Work as Civil your voice I will no longer hear. War Nurses. But...wouldn’t it be great if Beyond the Battlefield: Stories from Gettysburg’s Rich History retails for Heaven had a phone up there? $19.95 and is available at local bookstores, online retailers, and ebookstores. I would still call you as I always did, For more information about James Rada’s books, visit his website at www. and we could continue to share our day. jamesrada.com. We would laugh and giggle as we had before. Oh how I wish there was a phone up there, So, being there isn’t, your voice I still hear, Share Your Creative Side for in my heart, it is crystal clear. Poetry, Drawing, Photography I love you Momma ~ Email to: [email protected] • Fax to: 301-447-2946 Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 45 The Beautiful Woodcarving of Richard Mathias by Joseph Kirchner Looking For Photo by Joseph Kirchner How many times in life has a perfect Someone “chance” occurrence led a person photo (for to a whole new life, a brand new which Who Cares? opportunity, another way to live life Richard fully? This serendipity— making a often uses fortunate discovery by accident—is one of his often the source of meeting one’s many field mate or even finding one’s life guides for work. And such was the case with a birds), fortunate happenstance that began the artist Richard Mathias on his fascinating chooses journey of woodcarving. a type of Back in 1999, Richard traveled wood and with his son for a spring getaway cuts out and decided, on a whim, to visit the a “rough Ward World Championship Wildfowl profile” Carving Competition, held annually using a in Ocean City, Maryland. Completely band saw uninitiated in the art of woodcarving, (Richard CLC Pet Sitting he was “amazed at what the artists uses many created out of a simple block of types of Richard Mathias is pictured carving in his workshop. Care, Loving, Concern wood.” Thus, he bought some wood: In the comfort of your home carving books at the event, without basswood, cherry, walnut, maple, detailing the feathers, they are sanded Days/Overnight/Vacation the intent of immediately starting oak, cedar, and tupelo). He draws and smoothed into a beautiful a new hobby. However, at the a centerline to guide his carving feather pattern. The feathers are Bonded & Insured / VISA & Master suggestion of a friend, Richard and to ensure that the carving is then “burned in” the carving using Card Accepted (then in his early fifties) began symmetrical. He then uses a great a wood-burning pen with very small Recommended by Catoctin woodcarving lessons with master assortment of different knives to razor-sharp tips—a very exacting Veterinary Clinic carver Woody Miller in New Oxford. fashion the wood further into the process with no room for error. Then He would do so for two hours per shape of the desired bird. Then he the carving is sealed with a clear Cindy L. Colburn week from May through September employs a Fordham grinder (which sealer and painted with acrylic paint. for the next four years. At that time, has over fifty attachments) to refine Finally, the artist selects and fashions 240-288-8279 Woody told Richard that he had the carving. If indicated, he then a mount for the carving. 301-524-0004 learned all that the master could draws a feather pattern and etches Richard is now a master carver teach him, and that practice alone this pattern into the wood. Then the but is not the least bit interested in would help his student become more artist undertakes a very fine sanding competitions or even with making beautiful works of art. Having seen expert in the art. before finally painting the bird (an his avocation a profitable business. many of these woodcarvings myself Because he was “always interested entire art unto itself) and mounting it He says, “I find that woodcarving in Richard’s charming home, I can in shorebirds,” the first bird Richard on an appropriate medium. All in all, is a very challenging and rewarding vouch for their great beauty! The carved was a Sanderling. It turned this is a very demanding and exacting hobby, and I only carve when the humble woodcarver does carve birds out beautifully, and Richard was process, which takes years to master. mood strikes me. There have been and ducks on commission, working hooked! He made a “woodcarving Moreover, Richard employs times when I’ve not carved for for about six-nine months on his room” in his basement and began three quite distinct types of carving. several months.” Richard carves projects. If you are interested in to acquire all the necessary tools of One is “antiquing,” in which he simply for the enjoyment and obtaining a Mathias original, please the trade. Today, this room is fully attempts to create a carving “of the fulfillment it brings him by creating contact him at 301-271-7614. equipped, and the little Sanderling past.” This type of carving is not that he completed in 1999 is the detailed but will have some worn off first of 167 Mathias woodcarvings. and/or peeling paint with an aged (Richard dates each woodcarving, appearance. A second type is the numbers it, and records where each “smoothie,” in which the carving one finds its new home.) is sanded very smooth and the base This writer, completely unaware coat painted. In this carving, Richard of the art of woodcarving, was then paints feathers on the base coat privileged to tour the woodcarving and blends them together while the room with Richard, who explained paint is still wet. The third type of the process of creating a fine carving is “carved with detailed woodcarving. feathers.” In I was amazed this method, at the process, Richard carves which is very and sands the involved and bird smooth, requires a draws feather multitude of patterns on skills. After the bird and deciding then relieves on the type the feathers of bird one by using a wishes to Gesswein carve and hand-powered finding a One of Richard Mathias’ many woodcarving creations. grinder. After Page 46 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com The Last Thurmont Trolley by Jim Rada, Jr. Photo Courtesy of The George Wireman Collection February 20, 1954, was an The Thurmont Trolley was overcast Saturday in Frederick unique, because it operated on tracks County, with drizzling rain in the that were of regular width for trains. morning. The somber weather Trolleys generally used narrower matched the feeling of many people rails. It was this fact that allowed as they watched trolley cars No. 171 it to have a life beyond that of a and No. 172 pull out of the East passenger trolley. Patrick Street car barn in Frederick When the last trolley arrived and head north. About one-hundred at the Thurmont station, it was people were crammed on the greeted by a small crowd of about trolley. This number represented one-hundred people. Thurmont more passengers than it had seen Mayor Ray Weddle, Jr.; Potomac on a single trip in a long time. One Edison President R. Paul Smith, report noted that the leather hand and Frederick Mayor Donald Rice straps riders could hold onto inside made short remarks to the gathering the trolley cars were as good as because of the rain. The trolley then new. This was because the cars were began its return to Frederick. rarely crowded enough for them to On the return trip, The be used. Hagerstown Daily Mail noted, Car No. 172 is shown leaving Thurmont at the Carroll Street crossing at 12:15 p.m. on February 20, The Thurmont Trolley had 1954, as it began its final run to Frederick, Maryland. “Passengers sang ‘I’ve Been Working transported 3.8 million riders around on the Railroad’ and ‘Auld Lang Frederick County in 1920; but the heart of the middle aged,” Betty bunting so that it could proudly Syne’ and stops were made at by 1940, that number was down Sullivan wrote in The Frederick Post. make its final 34-mile roundtrip. two points—Yellow Springs and to 500,000 riders. With ridership “To them the clang, clang, clang of The Hagerstown Daily Mail Lewistown.” dropping and the popularity of cars the trolley turns thoughts backward reported, “Uncounted hundreds of When the trolley returned to the skyrocketing, the decision had been in a time when life still centered in rolls of film were consumed during car barn, buses took the passengers made to end trolley service between the local community and a twenty- the event, by dozens of people who to a luncheon at the Francis Scott Frederick and Thurmont. It was the mile journey was a venture abroad to turned out at every hamlet along the Key Hotel. During the luncheon, last interurban trolley in Maryland. be undertaken with forethought and trolley’s route, and by the passengers. Smith said, “Progress eventually “The last interurban passenger definite plan.” Some persons brought along movie overtakes all of man’s previous trolley in Maryland, the Frederick- Each passenger on this final cameras. One unidentified man drove works. This is true in existence of Thurmont line, will roll into discard journey had a souvenir ticket to from Allentown, Pa., in time to the trolley car, as it was when it and the occasion can only put mist mark the occasion. The exterior of accompany the trolley to Thurmont first came into being. The passing in the eye and a sentimental ache in the trolley had been decorated with and back, via auto. Driving along the of the trolley closes, except in our roads that came closest to the trolley’s memories, and to those contributions tracks, he made an endless series of to our lives both socially and moving picture scenes of the vehicle in economically, a great era of progress, because his hobby consists expansion and development.” of taking pictures of trolley cars.” Though trolley service had ended, Inside, the riders could see one of former passengers could ride a bus the reasons the trolley service was between Frederick and Thurmont. ending. The trolley was antiquated. The tracks continued to be used for “The no-spitting sign is yellow regular railroad freight service that with age. Some of the advertising continued until 1958. signs had been there since the days The Thurmont Trolley’s impact of World War Two, because they on the region is still felt. Because referred to beer that would still lead of the power demands for electric the field after peace came,” reported trolleys, their existence necessitated The Hagerstown Daily Mail. the creation of a high-capacity However, the aged appearance power generating plant. It’s this of the trolley cars didn’t keep the power network that grew profitable, passengers from reminiscing about while the trolleys it powered became their time on the trolley during the less profitable. The Hagerstown hour-long ride. It may have even and Frederick Railway became the encouraged it. Potomac Edison Company in 1923. The Thurmont Trolley began Thurmont also turned its trolley life in 1886, when the Monocacy right-of-way into a walking path Valley Railroad Company built a through town, and the town steam train line to haul iron from continues to restore one of the trolley Catoctin Furnace to Thurmont and cars that used to run on the line. the Western Maryland Railroad. Two years later, the Northern Send Us Your Fishy Pics! Railroad Company extended the Featured in our line to Frederick. In 1908, the lines August issue. became electric. Finally, in 1913, Email to news@ the Northern Railway Company thecatoctinbanner.com; mail to 515B connected to the Washington County East Main Street, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 railroad lines and the Hagerstown or 13425 Moser Road, Thurmont, MD and Frederick Railway Company was 21788; or stop by E Plus Copy Center in formed. Emmitsburg. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 47 Thurmont Trolley Sub Station Building Rebecca Pearl Unveils New Painting of
Mural Phase II Thurmont Trolley Courtesy Photo In cooperation with the Thurmont Lions Club, Local artist, Rebecca Frederick County artist, Yemi (pictured right), is Pearl, has created a currently painting five new mural panels as part unique memory with of Phase II of the Thurmont Trolley Sub Station her newest painting Building Murals Project. These paintings will be “Last Trolley Ride” printed on aluminum substrate and then installed (pictured right). directly as panels on the Power Station Building The painting will be that is located adjacent to the Trolley on East unveiled at her art Main Street in Thurmont. show in Thurmont on The five panels that comprise Phase II will Friday, May 2, 2014, be unveiled in late August. They will show at Timeless Trends a collage of Thurmont landmarks, including Boutique on Main Cunningham Falls, a view of West Main Street. Street, Catoctin Furnace Iron Works, two local The show will run from 6:00-9:00 p.m. as part of Thurmont Main Street covered bridges, and more. Gallery Stroll. You will be able to purchase limited edition prints signed by the artist The cost for this Phase II project is that evening. Children’s author, Lois approximately $39,000. Sponsorship Noffsinger, will be signing her book, and donations are encouraged to support this local endeavor. The Acacia and Yemi will also be displaying his Masonic Lodge of Thurmont has challenged the community to become part artwork. Refreshments and wine tasting of this project by matching donations up to $5,000—excluding grant money. will also be available along the Stroll. Contributions are tax deductible and greatly appreciated. Checks should be Growing up in a family of artists, made payable to “TLCF Inc.” and mailed to Thurmont Lions Club, P. O. Box Pearl has been drawing and painting 306, Thurmont, MD 21788, Attn: Joann Miller/Nancy Dutterer. since she was a child. She started This fall, a gift line of products showcasing Phase II art will be available on her career as a portrait painter for purchase. Items include Christmas ornaments, mugs, wine glasses, and a when she was twenty-five years old, picture book of the art and history, and will include recognition of donors and after receiving training at Schuler contributors to the mural project. School of Fine Art and the Maryland About the project, Yemi said, “It has been such a joy to work on depicting Institute College of Art in Baltimore. the illustrious history of Thurmont. As an artist, and as a Thurmont neighbor, Her paintings feature landscapes, I am proud to work on this project in association with the Thurmont Lions architecture, historical scenes, Club! Thurmont, in my mind, is one of the most beautiful parts of the U.S., animals, people, and florals. and I look forward to showing our beautiful town off to the whole world!” In June 2004, she personally Yemi attended Pratt Institute in New York City where he received both presented a piece of her artwork a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Science in Art and Communications honoring St. Elizabeth Ann Seton to Design. For the years he has been an artist, he has created drawings for more Pope John Paul II in Vatican City. than 100 of the Fortune 500 companies, including AT&T, American Express, She was also commissioned to paint Fortune Magazine, New York Times, Haagen Dazs, UPS, General Motors, thirty-four original illustrations for Budweiser, and so on. Yemi has illustrated several children’s books and the book Red Hat Wisdom. products, designed more than 300 postage stamps for various countries, and The hours for the The Rebecca designed more than 200 greeting cards. Pearl Gallery on West Main Street in His Girl Group stamps are a part of the permanent collection of the Emmitsburg are Thursday through Rock~N~Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. He has won several Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. illustration awards including ADDY’s and Illustrators Club awards. or by appointment at other times. You can view some of his murals in the Courtyard by Marriot lobby For more information, call Pearl at in Frederick, The Common Market in Frederick, and Creekside Plaza in 301-447-1911 or visit her website at Frederick. His The Pillars of Frederick mural is one of the biggest murals in www.rebeccapearl.com. Maryland at 1,280 square feet! After Phase II of the Mural Project, the addition of landscaping and benches will make the Thurmont Trolley and Trolley Sub Station Building area into a park-like setting. Yemi said, “It will be a jewel box for Thurmont residents and visitors as well as the whole world to see.” Page 48 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 49
Time for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
by James Rada, Jr.
With the cold weather hopefully tomatoes for rotten spots. Your as farmers’ markets throughout the behind us, it is not only time to senses may not be foolproof, but summer. “Buying from local farmers enjoy to the warm temperatures but they can help you avoid some bad helps the local economy,” Black to add fresh fruits and vegetables to produce; (2) If you want to pick added. your diet. your own produce at a farm, call The following is a list of some “Buying from local orchards the farm before going to make of the produce that you can find is not only fresher, but the fruits sure that it’s ready to be picked; fresh by season (compiled by www. and vegetables are usually better (3) If you are searching for organic straighten-up-now.com): quality,” said Pat Black with growers, contact the Agricultural Catoctin Mountain Orchard. Extension Office to see if there are • Spring: Asparagus, Blackberries, In late May, you can find the first any within your driving distance; Green Onions, Leeks, Lettuces, New fruits of the season: strawberries. (4) For specific things to look for Potatoes, Peas, Radishes, Rhubarb, Vegetables available around the with different fruits and vegetables, Spinach, Strawberries. same time include: lettuce, kale, you can look at this list of tips • Summer: Apricots, Blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, tomatoes, and from Good Housekeeping at www. Cherries, Eggplant, Herbs, Green squash. Later in June, you’ll be goodhousekeeping.com/recipes/ Beans, Hot Peppers, Melon, Okra, able to find fresh blueberries, black cooking-tips/picking-the-best- Peaches, Plums, Corn, Peppers, raspberries, and sweet cherries. produce. Tomatoes, Zucchini. “What you should look for to get While farm stands and pick- the freshest fruits and vegetables is your-own orchards offer the freshest • Fall: Apples, Broccoli, Brussels different depending on what you are produce, Black said that grocery Sprouts, Cauliflower, Collard looking for, but as a general rule, stores have come a long way in Greens, Grapes, Kale, Pears, you don’t want anything that looks providing fresher produce. One of Persimmons, Pumpkins, Squash, wilted,” Black said. the ways they do this is by buying Yams. Here are some other tips for from local farms. If you want to selecting the freshest produce: (1) buy direct from a farm, there are a • Winter: Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Use your senses. You can thump number of farms and orchards in Citrus, Onions, Rutabagas, a melon, smell berries, and feel northern Frederick County, as well Turnips. Page 50 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com
The following article was among church files of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Sabillasville, Maryland. Submitted by Joan Fry of Sabillasville.
Survey of the Evangelical and Reformed Charge, Sabillasville, Maryland by the late Rev. Claude H. Corl, Emeritus who was pastor at St. John’s Charge in Sabillasville 1930-1936 and again 1947-1974 after serving in World War II.
This survey takes in portions acre per year, many of them located on number of the German immigrants community as the map shows, I shall of Adams and Franklin Counties the west side of the Monocacy River. to Frederick County were Lutherans give a short résumé of its history. of Pennsylvania and Frederick and These settlers were predominantly and German Reformed. Many were Of all the railroads that center at Washington Counties of Maryland. of the Reformed and Lutheran faith. Mennonites, Disciples of Christ, Baltimore, the Western Maryland Inasmuch as the constituencies Between the years 1730 and 1732 Dunkers or German Baptist Brethren, was the last to be completed. involved in this survey are confined they jointly built the first German and Moravians. A few were Although projected in 1830, its trains pretty largely to the territory south Church in Maryland known as “The Episcopalians. did not enter the city on its own of the Mason and Dixon Line, I Church of the Monocacy.” One of the chief men in organizing tracks until 1873. The Baltimore and shall give a brief résumé of the two In 1735 about 100 families the first Episcopal Church in Ohio would have been located upon counties involved, Frederick and from the Palatinate, Germany came Hagerstown and for many years this line if the engineers could have Washington Counties, Maryland. into this territory by way of the a vestryman of the parish was Jon found a practicable route across the Frederick County: The territory Chesapeake Bay and settled on land Stull, a German. It has been noted South Mountain. between the Monocacy River which became Frederick, Maryland. that the distinguished minister, Dr. The country approaching and the Catoctin Mountains was These people turned the wilderness Muhlenberg, when he visited the Mechanicstown, today known as known as “The Monocacy,” and of Frederick into a blooming Lutheran Church at Monocacy, Thurmont, is beautifully diversified was the earliest settlement of garden. Reverend Michael Schlatter preached at the Episcopal Church and undulating and embraces one people in Western Maryland. Some of St. Gall, Switzerland, came to in Frederick, which was at the time of the richest agricultural regions Germans came as early as 1710 or this country in 1746 sent by the without a rector. J. W. Wayland, of the state. Ascending the Blue 1712. Germantown, now a part Reformed Churches of Holland to “German Element in the Shenandoah Ridge from the east, the railroad of Philadelphia, founded by David minister to the German and Holland Valley,” says, “there has been a makes a complete semicircle around Pastorius in 1684 was a rendezvous settlers. Using Philadelphia and protracted controversy as to whether the town of Sabillasville which is for the protestant refugees fleeing Germantown as a center, he set out Muhlenberg was a Lutheran or familiarly known to excursionists from the relentless persecutions, upon horseback and visited all of this an Episcopalian. It is believed he as the “Horseshoe Curve.” Here a which devastated some of the fairest territory and organized Reformed adhered to the Lutheran church, but lovely view of the Harbaugh’s Valley portions of France and Germany. churches. Dr. Muhlenberg did the had been ordained as a priest of the is obtained. From Germantown as a center, same for the Lutheran churches. Church of England. The vestry of All Before the war Pen Mar (the word the immigrants spread over southern Among the German immigrants Saints could not have legally elected being a contraction of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania into what are now came many Swiss who have him rector of the parish unless he had and Maryland) was established Lancaster, York, and Adams counties often been confused with them. been so ordained.” where passengers alight for High of that state. Many of them found Harbaugh’s Valley, in which two Washington County, which is the Rock, a point one mile distant, and their way across the boundary line of the churches of this survey next oldest in point of settlement in situated near the summit of the into Maryland and Virginia. Some are situated, was largely a Swiss Western Maryland, was created on mountain, whence a view is had of of them settled in the “Monocacy” as community, the first settler being September 6, 1776 by an act of the the Cumberland and Shenandoah early as 1729-30. George Harbaugh, a native Provincial Convention of Maryland. Valleys on the north, west, and south, An Indian trail from Wright’s of Switzerland who came to Montgomery County was also covering an area of two thousand Ferry, now Wrightsville, Maryland from Pennsylvania. He created by the same act. Originally, square miles of the most charming Pennsylvania, led through Maryland brought a considerable party with Washington County was part of scenery. High Rock is about 2,000 to the Potomac River. It later became him, probably attracted by the Frederick County and embraced feet above sea level, and 1,400 feet the great highway to the south and mountainous country. They arrived the present counties of Washington, above the base of the mountain. As was known as “The Monocacy at their new home while the ground Allegany, and Garrett. As now far as the eye can see, the valley Road.” By this route many of the was covered with snow. Sabillasville constituted it is bound on the north is thickly studded with towns, permanent German settlers drifted was settled by these people. Many of by Pennsylvania, on the east by the villages, hamlets, farmhouses, and into Maryland. When they came to them were Moravians. The Hauvers, South Mountain, which separates it orchards and the landscape consists the rich lands of Frederick County, from whom the district derived its from Frederick County, on the south of undulating plains, silvery streams, which could be rented for one cent an name, were Germans. The greater and southwest by the Potomac River, projecting mountain peaks, and in dividing it from Virginia, and on the the distance, the blue crests of loftier west by Sidling Hill Creek, which ranges. Through glasses, the spires separates it from Allegany County. It of churches in Chambersburg, 24 is nearly triangular in shape and its miles away, can be seen. southern and southwestern boundary, This whole community is fast running with the course of the changing its complexion from a Potomac River, is extremely irregular. summer resort of unoccupied homes The surface like that of Frederick throughout the winter months to is undulating and picturesque and that of a community of permanent contains in the classification of home dwellers, not the idle rich the states’ soil that is known as but homemakers whose daily tasks “Hagerstown Loam” which ranks and occupations take them into the highest in the state agriculturally neighboring towns of Waynesboro, speaking. Along the eastern edge Chambersburg, and Hagerstown. extends the South Mountain in which The old Beuna Vista Hotel has is located part of the community finally become a Jesuit Retreat. under survey. This will be seen today to bear the Since the Western Maryland name of Bellarmine Hall as it clings Railroad occupies a large place in the castle-like against the north side Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 51 of the mountain across the Mason Creek settlement in York County, the Classis for the development of working in the shops, factories, and and Dixon Line in Franklin County, Pennsylvania where the pioneer a strong congregation at Highfield airplane plants in the neighboring Pennsylvania. organizer of the Reformed Church were not realized. In 1899 it was towns of Waynesboro and Before we can rightly begin to in America, Rev. Michael Schlatter reported that no progress had been Hagerstown. Some have started their understand the community and established a Reformed Congregation made at Highfield, that there was own private businesses like making religious life of the people in this already in 1747. Being from no increase in membership, and that furniture or upholstering, or working area, we must also investigate a Switzerland originally, they naturally the members were for the most part in the garment industry in Thurmont. state institution located within the became identified with the Reformed indifferent. The constituency of the three confines of this terrain. There is Church on the first opportunity when churches of the Evangelical and located at Sabillasville the Maryland they came to the New World. Other Charges in the Community Reformed Church Charge is made State Tuberculosis Sanatorium Previous to 1822, they At the turn of the century there up of the rural and urban types. A which was erected under an act of worshipped at Apple’s Reformed were in the vicinity of Jacob’s Church great many college and normal or the legislature of 1906. The site Church near Thurmont, and on the north side of the Mason and State Teachers’ College graduates of the sanatorium is in the heart of owing to the scarcity of ministers, Dixon Line 3 other churches. The have married and returned to their the Blue Ridge Mountains, 1,450 frequently had their services every Wesley Methodist is still holding old community. There have been feet elevation, overlooking the 4 to 8 weeks on Thursday instead Sunday School, but for the most time a great many new homes built by Hanover and Gettysburg valleys and of Sunday. They were glad to take is without a pastor. The Church retired farmers and the younger set immediately adjacent to the Western such spare time as pastors of large of the Brethren has since closed who have remained in their home Maryland Railroad. The property charges at a distance could give them. and the building was purchased by community. Those who have gone contains 198 acres, embracing almost They thought nothing of walking the Jacob’s Congregation and used to cities farther away still retain their an entire mountaintop with sufficient 6 or 8 miles along mountain roads for a Parish Hall. The Pentecostal membership here and because of cleared land around its base for farm and bypaths to the Lord’s House group have somewhat split off into 2 the ease of transportation, keep up and garden purposes. The sum of and generally the sanctuary was well groups or churches. a rather active status in their home $10,250 was paid for the land. The filled with devout worshippers. In the Sabillasville area 2 United church. General assembly of Maryland at In 1822, Rev David Bassler, Brethren churches have ceased. The its session of 1906 appropriated then pastor of Emmitsburg Charge, one in the village has been torn down Health $200,000 for the construction and organized Jacob’s Reformed and the other is still standing but is This community is served by 2 equipment of the sanatorium. The Congregation, as it is written in the fast falling down. There is another doctors and health nurses who are total sum of about $240,000 was older records as St. Jacob’s. At first, United Brethren Church at Deerfield active in the consolidated schools in expended in the work with most services were held in the adjacent log a few miles to the east that is still the community, one in Sabillasville, satisfactory results. school house (known as Herbach’s holding on. The Lutheran Church in as far as Foxville and one at There is an administration School House), but the congregation Sabillasville is still active. Highfield or Cascade which draws building and infirmary, 8 pavilions for erected the stone church edifice in In the Blue Ridge Summit- from that sector of Washington patients, each containing 20 beds, a the following year, 1823. Today it Highfield area there is an Episcopal County. There is also a school in the powerhouse for heating, lighting and stands forth strong and beautiful in Church and Parish Hall. Most of Monterey sector of Pennsylvania. laundry purposes, as well as a cottage its simplicity, an enduring monument the church services and functions are There are about 200 who have for the farm superintendent and his to the heroic faith and piety of the conducted in the Parish Hall since the Blue Cross Insurance in this sector. assistants. There are officers and Reformed fathers and mothers who influx of summer residents has ceased The 2 hospitals that serve the assistants’ quarters, a dining hall, and reared it in the primeval forest. and the church seems to be feeling community are Waynesboro Hospital cottage equipment, a water supply At the Pennsylvania end of the this transition. and Washington County Hospital in established and the best possible Harbaugh Valley, near a never-failing The Presbyterian Church is active, Hagerstown. A few of the residents sanitary arrangements are supplied. spring of excellent water, amid the growing out of first a Congregational in the north end of Harbaugh Valley Since the first installment of forest-crested mountains, they reared Church, then it became a Methodist go to the hospital in Gettysburg. buildings, a large nurses’ home has this neat and massive temple to the Church, and now it seems to have been added, a 520-bed hospital, service of the Triune God of their more stability being a Presbyterian a cinema, a store, a post office, a Reformation fathers. Congregation. To the south of this chapel, and other miscellany. The Rev. Bassler, the founder, served inhabited community in sub-marginal group of buildings stand on the south it 6 years as part of the Emmitsburg mountain land, the Church of God We Invite You to Share slope of what is known as Loop Charge. Rev. Elias Heiner served has built a stone church which is very Mountain overlooking the village for 2 years, Samuel R. Fisher for 2 imposing and at a great indebtedness. Your Good News! of Sabillasville. A special railway years whose ministry was especially There are rumors that a small group • [email protected] • station known as State Sanatorium fruitful, Andrew P. Freeze for 2 at Pen Mar sponsored by the United • Message Line 240-288-0108 • Station has been erected upon the years, William Phillips for 3 years, Brethren are trying to start a church. • Publisher’s Line 301-447-2804 • property by the Western Maryland and George W. Aughinbaugh for 6 There is also a Catholic Mission. • Fax 301-447-2946 • Railroad for the special use of the years. After this in 1852 or 1853, It would seem to me that this is a patients and their friends. The the Jacob’s Congregation was very much over-churched community, sanatorium is open to all citizens of separated from the Emmitsburg but as the churches are small, the Maryland who have been residents of Charge and connected with the more progressive have a lot of non- Drop Your Change the state for a certain length of time. Millerstown or Fairfield Charge churched material on which to draw. Camp Ritchie is a sizable military with Lewis W. Kefauver as pastor camp and plays a big part in the for 4 years. During his ministry in Farming Versus Industry community during the war where 1855, the brick church of the St. The farming is centered mostly Don’t German intelligence was developed. John’s Reformed Congregation was in the Frederick County area of this forget to Today a contingent of the National erected in Sabillasville which drew Survey. Farmers are progressive and Guard holds forth with a squad of away much of the strength of Jacob’s had, until just recently, produced all drop your civilian secretaries. The hospital is Congregation residing in the more the milk that was used at the State change being run by the state for incurables southern part of Harbaugh’s Valley. Sanatorium. Dairying, in many and running at full capacity. In 1891 a special committee cases, is being replaced by poultry to benefit on the interests of the Sabillasville and turkey raising with a good many area food Harbaugh’s Valley Charge recommended the building of going into the fruit business. On Harbaugh’s Valley was first settled a church at Highfield in Washington these farms many of the high school banks. by 3 Harbaugh brothers in 1760 or County, Maryland and make it the graduates are remaining within the 1761. They came from the Kreitz center of the Charge. The hopes of vicinity of their farm homes but are Page 52 May 2014 The Catoctin Banner Newspaper www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com Join Cub Scouting—Have An Adventure by Kathleen Knill Have Fun, Make Friends, See New Things!
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Courtesy Photo Thinking Day Members from Brownie Troop 81114 stopped by Daisy Troop 81224’s booth to learn about Costa Rica on Girl Scouts Thinking Day, held in February, at the Thurmont American Legion.
Pictured from left are Miriam Wallace (Troop Leader for Brownie Troop 81114), Ella Hamilton, Emily Erich, Jaden Merrian, and Karen Garst; Daisy Troop 81224 Joanna Genenans and Aliyaa McLain; (Back row) Kelsey Stafford, Ambassador Troop 81200 and Julia Cool, Senior Troop 81200.
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Services Supervisor, [email protected] YARD SALE: Thurmont. Rt. 15 and Lohr Road. Summer Reading Program movies and dinner out, and much, Wanted 15 families. May 2nd & 3rd. Rain or Shine. Antiques, Boyd Bears, Old Bottles. Much more! May is upon us, and you might be much more. WANTED: Any unwanted lawn mowers, tillers, Our big Summer Reading snow blowers or yard items. Will pick up FREE. surprised to learn that at the library, Call 301-271-4266. Services May means the beginning of Summer kickoff will be held at the Westview Promenade (in Frederick, Maryland, WANTED: Antiques & Collectibles like crocks, Lawn & Garden Equipment at Harrington’s: New Reading! We love to get started a and Used - Sales, Service, Parts. Dare to compare in front of the movie theaters) on jugs, postcards, photographs, advertising items, little early so that eager students have old signs, toys, trains (pre-1965), vintage jewelry us to your current equipment dealer. See our ad in May 10, 2014, from 11:00 a.m.- this issue. the opportunity to sign up before (sterling & gold), antique furniture, guns, pottery, school is out. This year, Summer 1:00 p.m. This will be a lot of old holiday decorations, political items, hunting/ fun—drop by for a free concert by fishing items, artwork, old dolls, etc. Will buy one FREE PICK UP: Appliances working or not Reading runs from May 1 through item, collection, or entire estate. 301-514-2631. working. Also, old mowers, tillers, etc. Anything August 9; it’s a fun, free program Mr. Jon & Friends, crafts, and your metal. 240-674-7788. favorite costumed character, Curious WANTED: Someone to clean my house every that is open to any child or teen in CHILD CARE — 18 months-12 yrs. Look No Frederick County. George. other week in the Thurmont Area. Email [email protected] with rates and Further! Emmitsburg Early Learning Center. You may be wondering what is references. Convenient to Everything. You’ll Love Our Rates Other Fun Events in May and Everything About Us. 301-447-6100; www. Summer Reading, exactly? It’s a very luvyourkids.net. See our ad in this issue. easy way to reward kids and teens Looking for something fun to do WANTED: Electric wheelchair for adult daughter for reading throughout the course of this summer? Summer Activities Fair who is in a nursing home. Willing to pay DRUM LESSONS. Rock/jazz drum set reasonable price. Please call Nancy at 301-447- and hand drums. All ages, levels, styles. the summer. They might think that will be held on May 1, from 4:00- 2949. Professional educator and performer with over they’re reading for prizes and for 6:00 p.m. 40 years experience. Mr. Paul 301-271-7390. pleasure (which, of course, they are), This fair will give families an DONATE YOUR CAR: All proceeds benefit the [email protected]. Catoctin Pregnancy Center. 301-447-3391. but they’re also keeping their skills opportunity to visit informational Grass Cutting/light Yard Work needed? Marine sharp for the beginning of the next tables hosted by local organizations For Sale earning money for college. References available. school year. and businesses offering fun summer Great price. 240-285-6197; 240-285-0716. HOUSE FOR SALE: 13701 Graceham Road, It works like this: Kids and teens activities for children under age 18. Thurmont. $140K OBO, 2 BR, 1BA, 2 Car sign up either online or at the library. Summer camps, sports activities, Bookkeeping / QuickBooks services provided. Garage, Enclosed Front Porch, Storage Shed Very reasonable rates; excellent references. If Once you sign up, you pick up your theater groups, and more will sitting on approximately 3/4 acre. For more info. interested, please call 301-676-0657. game board and begin the program. be represented. This fair is for or to schedule an appointment, call Joann at 301- 271-2180. Kids complete simple reading tasks information only—there’s no pressure Rick Hurley & Son Small Engine Repair Service. Call 301-271-2117 or 240-285-2494 (leave (e.g. read outside, read for “X” to sign up for anything. FOR SALE: Patio Furniture—wrought iron patio table with 4 high back chairs and wrought iron message). minutes, tell a librarian about a Awesome Animals on the Deck bar with 4 swivel stools. Call 301-271-4235. book) and receive prizes each time will take place on May 15, 2 session: THURMONT - F/T child care openings coming FOR SALE: Garden of Prayer at Resthaven. available for ages 18mo & up. Meals, snacks, and they complete a certain number of 6:00-7:00 p.m. The Catoctin Creek Lot 7-B Spaces 1 and 2 with volts. $4,500 preschool activities provided. Lic# 10-139470. tasks. The teen program is slightly Nature Center is bringing some of OBO. Seller will pay transfer fees. 910-465- 301-271-3869; www.cindieschildcare.com. different: Teens keep track of their their favorite animals to share with 0013. accomplishments online, and they are you. We’ll set up out on the deck, FOR SALE: NAASCAR Sprint Cup Race PIANO LESSONS: Experienced professional entered into gift card drawings after and you can learn all about the tickets at Start/Finish Line on Sunday, June 1. musician and certified public school teacher. All $348 for a group of 4 tickets. Call Melissa at ages. Adults Welcome. Located in Thurmont. each task they complete. For all ages, reptiles, birds, and other animals that 301-447-3797. Call or text Beth at 240-529-8108 or email beth@ registering by August 9 enters you will be here. gnarlyartly.com. Bassett China cabinet, 4 ft. wide, 6 1/2 ft. into the grand prize drawing, as well tall, 18 in. deep. Medium dark wood. Perfect GOT MUD? Need gravel? Will grade, deliver, as multiple smaller prize drawings. Find FCPL at www.fcpl.org, condition. $250/obo. 240-285-6197. spread, and tamp. ALSO, shed pads, tree and yard This year our prizes include a trip Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. work. Clearing, bush hogging, ditching. 301-447- to Great Wolf Lodge, Kindle Fire, a Call us anytime at 301-600-7212 for Notices 2947. Sony Playstation4, gift certificates for information. YOU WILL FLIP over our new catalog!! Home Quality wedding invitations/accessories at a Interiors is BACK! Call 301-447-2073 or email discounted price! Joyce at 301-271-1107. [email protected]. Pool Water – Free estimates 240-446-2362. How Would You Like To FEEL 25 Years YOUNGER and LIVE 25 Years LONGER? For Rent Go to www.Shaklee.net/JCE NOW! Read how VIVIX Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic is a APARTMENTS FOR RENT: One and Two REVOLUTIONARY BREAKTHROUGH in the bedrooms in the Cascade, Blue Ridge Summit fight against cellular aging. All natural. Order area. Call Kelly Ash at 301-241-4726. yours TODAY! Contact Jeanne at 301-305-1466. www.Shaklee.net/JCE. OCEAN CITY, MD RENTALS: 32nd Street Bayside efficiency; sleeps 4, no pets, 2 blocks to beach, 3-night minimum. $125 per night, tax Help Wanted included. 301-447-2923. HELP WANTED: Seeking Organist & Choir HALL RENTAL: Weddings, Banquets, Events of Director - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Utica, 6 any kind. Call the American Legion at 301-271- Miles north of Frederick. 10-12 Hrs/week. Call 4411. 301-898-9945 or send resume to pastorbert@ splcutica.org. MOON BOUNCE FOR RENT: $100.00 per day. 240-674-3856.
Yard Sales HOUSE FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Full YARD SALE: 4+ Families. May 9, 8:00 Basement, Garage, Large Yard. $1,100 plus a.m.-3:00 p.m. At Mountainside Farm, 15038 utilities. Thurmont. 301-241-3333, after 5:30 p.m. Kelbaugh Rd., Thurmont. APARTMENT FOR RENT: One Bedroom Yard Sale May 9 and 10, 10026 Longs Mill Rd., Apartment in Thurmont. $650/month, water and Rocky Ridge. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Youth clothing, sewer included. Call 301-271-5008. Ask for Lee. toys, Harley Davidson items, Longaberger items, golf items, Lots more. Published by www.EPlusPromotes.com www.TheCatoctinBanner.com The Catoctin Banner Newspaper May 2014 Page 55
supports the Council of Churches Mission to Kenya. Light refreshments served following may concert. Free event. 301-447-6239. 1 �������Law Day (Maryland Advance Medical community calendar 18 ���Community Breakfast to Honor all Directive free this day). Emmitsburg Veterans, Sons of AMVETS Squadron 7, Senior Center, 300 S. Seton Ave., 4 �������Gospel Concert, Deerfield United Methodist 10 �����Frederick County Genealogy Society 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7:00- Emmitsburg—301-600-6350; Thurmont Church, 16405 Foxville Deerfield Rd., Meeting, multipurpose room of Homewood 11:00 a.m. Open to public. $5/Adult; Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Sabillasville. Featuring Mercy’s Vessels. at Crumland Farms, 4707 Willow Rd., $2.50/Children under 10. Veterans eat Thurmont—301-271-7911. Sponsored by 10:15 a.m. Everyone welcome. Frederick, MD. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Presentation free. the Elder Law section of the Maryland State 5 �������Mother Seton School Fine Arts Night, by Jim Bartlett. Guests welcome & 19-24...... Mother Seton School Carnival, 100 Bar Association. 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 9:30 refreshments served. Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 6:00-11:00 1 �������St. Anthony Shrine Yard Sale & Flea a.m./7:00 p.m. 301-447-3161 or www. 10 �����Basket & Vera Bradley Bonanza Bingo, p.m. Sponsored by Mother Seton School. Market (1st & 3rd Sundays ‒ May through mothersetonschool.org. Thurmont Activities Bldg., Thurmont Rides, games, food, & entertainment. www. October), corner of US 15 and St. Anthony 6 �������Mother Seton School Take-a-Tour Tuesday, Carnival grounds, Thurmont. Doors open mothersetonschool.org. Rd., Emmitsburg. $10/spot. 240-529-2737. 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 10:00 12:00 p.m.; Bingo 2:00 p.m. $20/in Advance; 20 �����Mother Seton School Take-a-Tour Tuesday, Lunch rights (food sales) reserved for St. a.m.-1:00 p.m. & 7:00-8:00 p.m. 301- $25/at Door. 301-748-7645; 443-244-0591. 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 10:00 Anthony Parish. 447-3161 to set up private tour. www. Proceeds support Students competing at the a.m.-1:00 p.m. & 7:00-8:00 p.m. 301- 1 �������Owens Creek Campground Opens, Catoctin mothersetonschool.org. National SkillsUSA. 447-3161 to set up private tour. www. Mountain Park, Foxville Rd., Thurmont. 6,20 ��Daytime Grief Support Group, Hospice 10 �����Sarah’s Garden Social at Harriet Chapel, mothersetonschool.org. 301-663-9388; www.recreation.gov. of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite 12625 Catoctin Furnace Rd., Thurmont. 22-24 ��Yard & Bake Sale, Saint Anthony Shrine, 2 �������Gallery Stroll, Thurmont Main Street. A, Frederick, MD. 2:00-3:30 p.m. 240- 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Bedding plants, hanging Emmitsburg. Space available: $15/one day, Rebecca Pearl Returns to Main Street for a 566-3030; email [email protected] or baskets, craft vendors, bake sale, food. $25/two days, $30/all three days. Must bring showing. 6:00-9:00 p.m. [email protected]. Choose a gift and enjoy some time with mom! own table/s. Food/baked goods available 2,3 ����Apples Church Benefit Yard Sale, 7908 7 �������NorthWestern Frederick County Civic 8:30 a.m. Friday & Saturday. All BAKERS, Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Benefits Association Meeting, Sabillasville 10 �����Jubilee Foods’ Mom & Kids Day, Jubilee donations are needed: Helen Reaver 301- American Cancer Society THE GOLF Elementary School, 1621-B Sabillasville Rd. Foods, Emmitsburg. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 447-6431; parish office 301-447-2367. CLUB Relay for Life Team and our church (Rt 550), Sabillasville. 6:30 p.m. Neighbor to 11 �����Mother’s Day Concert, presented by Sally 23 �����Hospice 101, Hospice of Frederick County, parking lot. 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ltewing@ Neighbor. Everyone is welcome. Lay, Professional Harpist, Trinity United Suite C, 516 Trail Ave., Frederick, MD. 5:00- gmail.com. 8 �������Hospice Taste of Gourmet Fundraiser, Church of Christ, 101 East Main St., 7:00 p.m. Register by May 16. 240-566- 3 �������His Place Car Show, Mother Seton School, Holiday Inn FSK Grand Ball Room, 5400 Thurmont. 10:30-11:00 a.m. 3030. 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 8:00 a.m.- Holiday Drive, Frederick, MD. 5:00-8:00 12 ���� Grief Support Group, Hospice of Frederick 23 �����Motivational Videos by Dr. Wayne Dyer, 3:00 p.m. Sponsored by His Place, Inc. p.m. $50/person in advance only. 240-566- County, 516 Trail Ave., Ste. A, Frederick, Hospice of Frederick County, Suite C, 516 Registration: 8:00 a.m. Judging: noon-2:00 3030; visit www.hospiceoffrederick.org. MD. 5:00-6:30 p.m. 240-566-3030, Trail Ave., Frederick, MD. 9:00-10:30 a.m. p.m.; Awards 3:00 p.m. Free to attend; $15/ 9 �������Mother Seton School May Crowning [email protected]; [email protected]. Free. Preregister 240-566-3030. vehicle ($12/advance via bkuhn3@yahoo. Procession, 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 13 �����Mother Seton School Take-a-Tour Tuesday, 24 �����Sandwich Sale, sponsored by Thurmont com). Proceeds benefit Mother Seton School 10:45 a.m. All invited. Bring your own 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 10:00 Lions Club, Bell Hill Farm, 15202 Catoctin and Emmitsburg Osteopathic Primary Care flowers to lay on the altar. 301-447-3161 or a.m.-1:00 p.m. & 7:00-8:00 p.m. 301- Mountain Hwy., Thurmont. Pit beef, pork, Center. Rain date: May 10. Bill Kuhn 1-800- www.mothersetonschool.org. 447-3161 to set up private tour. www. 529-5835. turkey, and ham sandwiches, alone or as a 9 �������Spring Quarter Mania, Taneytown Fire mothersetonschool.org. platter (Cole slaw, drink, & side). 10:00 a.m.- 3 �����Emmitsburg Lions Club Chicken BBQ Company Auxiliary, Activities Bldg., 15 �����Women’s Check-Up Day, WellSpan Adams 3:00 p.m. & Yard Sale, across from Getty Mart, Taneytown, MD. Doors open 6:00 p.m.; Health Center, 40 V-Twin Dr., Gettysburg, 24 �����EMS Day, Emmitsburg Ambulance next to Zurgables (corner of Rt. 15), Games 7:00 p.m. $5 advanced reservations PA. 3:00-6:00 p.m. Get screened for Company 26, Creamery Road, Emmitsburg. Emmitsburg. BBQ 11:00 a.m.; Yard – 2 paddles; $8 at door – 1 paddle. Shirley important health risks. $10 fee. Registration 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Blood pressure Sale 6:00 a.m. Space avail. $5 donation 410-756-4208. and pre-payment required (deadline is May appreciated. and glucose screening, a car accident 9 �������Spaghetti Dinner, Elias Lutheran Church, 5): www.wellspan.org. demonstration, and volunteer information. 3 �������Cancer Benefit for “Country Dave” Shelton, 100 W. North Ave., Emmitsburg. Pr. Jon’s 16 �����Annual Golf Tournament, sponsored by 24 �����Emmitsburg Community Chorus, Crumland AMVETS Farm, 9602 Baltimore Rd., famous Spaghetti Sauce, Garlic Bread, Salad The Maryland Storm 12U Baseball Team, Farms, 7612 Willow Rd., Frederick, MD. Frederick, MD. 12:00-8:00 p.m. $10/person; Bar, Iced tea & Dessert. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Mountain View Golf Course, 4099 Bullfrog Trombonist Jay Gibble. 2:30 p.m. Kids free. BYOB. DJ music 12:00-4:00 $7.50/Adult; $4.50/Child; or donation for Rd., Fairfield, PA. Tee-Off 9:00 a.m. $65/ p.m.; Live Band 4:00-8:00 p.m. Donations Emmitsburg Council of Churches Mission golfer; $260/foursome. Includes cart, range, 24,25 �Pioneer & Covered Wagon Fest, Eyler appreciated. Laurie Wolfe 301-676- to Kenya. 301-447-6239. balls & lunch. Tanya Roberts 717-387-9436 Campground, 14 Eyler Rd., Thurmont. 9719. Wear green to support Liver cancer 9 �������BBQ fundraiser, Catoctin High School or [email protected]. 25 �����Dedication/Rededication Service, St. John’s awareness. Track & Field in the Catoctin High School 16 �����Holy Grounds Cafe, Emmitsburg. 7:00 p.m. United Church (on corner of Rt. 550 and 3 �������Wing Feed, CYA Football and Cheerleading Cafeteria, Thurmont. 4:00-7:30 p.m. Take- “Catoctin Voices Evening of Poetry” presents Harbaugh Valley Rd.), Sabillasville. For at Emmitsburg Fire Company, West Main out or eat-in $10/person. Coach Gibbons guest poet, Sandi Polvinale, reading from her the refurbished sanctuary. Many hours of Street, Emmitsburg. Doors open 5:30 p.m. @ [email protected] or call 240-236- work. Open mic preceeding. tomandlisa@ volunteer labor invested in this project. 11:15 Music by “Lights, Camera, DJ” and Charles 8100. wildblue.net or 301-418-3375. a.m. Light lunch following service. Everyone Estelle. $20/person. Tickets 301-447-3430. invited. 9 �������Bluegrass at Elias Coffee House, 100 W. 17 �����Vigilant Hose Company’s Spring Fling, 3 �������Outdoor Yard Sale, Garfield United North Ave., Emmitsburg. The Home Mount Saint Mary’s University Echo Field, 25 �����Flute Soloists, Trinity United Church Methodist Church, 13628 Stottlemyer Rd., Comfort Band, 6:00-7:30 p.m., followed by Emmitsburg. Live music, horseshoes, food of Christ, 101 E. Main St., Thurmont. Smithburg. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Table $10 Silver Lining Band. 301-447-6239. & much more. $60 (good for 2 people). 301- 11:00 a.m. Linda Moss & Rocky Birely, accompanied by Trinity organist, Lana (additional table $5). Reserve table: 301- 9,10 ��Flower Sale & Chicken BBQ, sponsored 447-3081; 301-447-3648; ww.vigilanthose. Sorenson Emery. 271-6970. Purple Heart will take away any by Guardian Hose Co., 21 N. Church St., org. unwanted items at end of day. Thurmont. Fri.: 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Sat.: 17 �����Fort Ritchie Community Center Fishing 26 ���� Grief Support Group, Hospice of Frederick 3 ������Fort Ritchie Community Center Fishing 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Tournament, Cascade. 6:30 a.m.-noon. County, 516 Trail Ave., Ste. A, Frederick, MD. 5:00-6:30 p.m. 240-566-3030, lkinna@ Tournament, Cascade. 6:30 a.m.-noon. 10 �����Rocky Ridge Vol. Fire Co. Sportsman’s Register online or in person. $50 ($55 if fmh.org; [email protected]. Register online or in person. $50 ($55 if Drawing & Dinner, 13527 Motters Station using credit card). 301-241-5081. using credit card). 301-241-5081. Rd., Rocky Ridge. Doors open 5:30 p.m. 17 �����Ladies Day Program: Growing in God’s 27 �����Emmitsburg Community Chorus, St. 3 �������Nature Fest, Catoctin Creek Nature Center, $25.00 donation admits one (meal included). Garden, sponsored by MorningStar Family Joseph’s Ministries, Emmitsburg. 7:00 p.m. 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD 10 �����Creagerstown Community Dinner, Blacks Church & Trinity United Methodist Church, 28 �����Traumatic Grief Support Group, Hospice of (Fred. Co. Div. of Parks & Rec.). 10:00 a.m.- Mill Rd., Creagerstown Parish House. 14698 Albert Staub Rd., Thurmont. Free Frederick County, Suite A, 516 Trail Ave., 4:00 p.m. Free. 301-600-2051. Noon-5:00 p.m. Fried Chicken, Country women-only event. Fran Eyler 301-447- Frederick, MD. 6:00-7:30 p.m. (through 3 �������Covered Bridge Bicycle Tour, Thurmont Ham, Pot Pie. $15/Adults; $7.50/Children. 2723/feyler [email protected]; Diana Wetklow July 16) Register by May 23. Free. 240-566- Town Park, Thurmont. 8:00 a.m. Sign-up: Benefits Upkeep of Creagerstown Cemetery 301-271-5073/[email protected]. 3030. http://form.jotform.com/form/2894954237. and Street Lights. Reservations by April 30. 31 �����Community Yard Sale, Blue Ridge $25/person (if by May 1); $30/person after 10 �����Sportsman’s Drawing & Dinner, Graceham 17 �����Peter Pan and Wendy, Christ’s Community Sportsmen’s Association, 3009 Waynesboro May 1. Will Lyons 571-334-6142; Patty Fire Co. Doors open 4:00 p.m. $25 donation Church Drama Group, in town office bldg. Pike, Fairfield, PA. Rent spot $10; tables $5 Goff 301-271-4555. Benefits Our Lady admits one person. Please bring canned good 7:00 p.m. 301-447-4224. each. of Mt. Carmel, St. Anthony Shrine, & St. for food bank. 301-573-4786; 301-418- Joseph’s Parishes Work Camp Teens. 18 �����Annual Spring Concert, presented by 0325. Emmitsburg Community Chorus, Apples 3 ������ Family Fun Day, Breezy Hill Stables, 15117 10 �����Saint Anthony Shrine & Our Lady of Mount Church, 7908 Apples Church Rd., june Mud College Rd., Thurmont. 10:00 a.m.- Carmel Wine Tasting/Auction, Catoctin Thurmont. 4:30 p.m. 3 �������Emmitsburg Community Chorus, 2:00 p.m. Free. Pony rides, moon bounce, Breeze Vineyard, Roddy Rd., Thurmont. 18 �����Saxophone Quartet, Trinity United Church Gettysburg Lutheran Home, 260 W High & more. Sponsored by LifeHorse non- 4:00-7:00 p.m. Benefits parishes. Tours St., Gettysburg, PA. 7:00 p.m. profit organization. of Christ, 101 E. Main St., Thurmont. 11:00 of Vineyard & Wine Cellar (with barrel a.m. Lucas Hogan, Matt Lind, Will Lopez, 5 ������Rabies Vaccination Clinic, conducted by 4 �������Saxophone Trio, Trinity United Church of tastings): 4:00-4:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres. & Rocky Birely. Frederick County Health Dept., Thurmont Christ, 101 E. Main St., Thurmont. 11:00 Live Music 4:00-5:00 p.m. Dress business Community Park, Thurmont. 5:00-8:00 p.m. a.m. Saxophonists Lucas Hogan, Matt Lind, 18 �����Choir Festival, Elias Lutheran Church, casual. $40/person. Admission by prepaid 100 W. North Ave., Emmitsburg. Bells, All dogs, cats, & ferrets 3 months or older. $8/ & Rocky Birely, accompanied by Trinity tickets only. Tickets: Parish Office, 16150 St. animal. Animals need to be properly contained, organist, Lana Sorenson Emery. Organ, Praise Bands & choirs Emmitsburg Anthony Rd., Emmitsburg. 301-447-2367. Churches. 3:00 p.m. Free-will offering leashed, or in carrier. 301-600-1717. Spend the day in the Village of CatoCtin furnaCe!
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