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By Dylan Roche [email protected] er name is Edna Hol- sey, but everyone in HPasadena knows her simply as “Miss Edna.” At 95 years old, the owner of The Brass Rail Pub works seven days a week and has left a vivid impression on countless members of the community. “Everyone age 21 to 85 treats her like a grandmother,” explained Holsey’s Edna Holsey granddaughter Stacy Phares. Duane McKee Plans Once he has raised “Some people have known memory of her, however, To Open Nonprofit $100,000, he will pair that her their whole lives.” is that she told me I should money with funds secured In the wake of an aw- date my husband. She said Coffee Shop And Pub from a business loan to finish ful assault and robbery he was very handsome and constructing Second Alarm in February, Holsey isn’t I needed to snatch him Brewhouse, a nonprofit cof- slowing down. Many of up. She was, and is, a very By Zach Sparks fee shop designed to raise her longtime patrons and smart lady!” [email protected] awareness about the volunteer supporters were shocked to Holsey’s strong work ethic fire service. hear how one night, upon and resiliency trace back to ost people drink Second Alarm Brewhouse returning home from work, growing up poor in Balti- coffee to help them will replace the building that she was approached by two more. According to Phares, Mwake up from a Photos by Zach Sparks was left vacant when The Fire- unknown armed men who Holsey left school in third state of fatigue, but Duane Duane McKee of the Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Company is house Pub closed in 2017 after displayed handguns, entered grade to get a job because her McKee is selling coffee to using a coffee truck to raise money for Second Alarm Brewhouse. four years of service. her residence, and made off family needed money. When patrons in hopes of waking With coffee, free Wi-Fi, with cash and other valu- she grew up and eventually them up to another prob- a mobile coffee truck from serving hot coffee, cold brew, grub from award-winning ables. Holsey was scared and married, her husband was lem: dwindling enrollment Pouneh Coffee and parking it hot tea, hot chocolate, spiced food trucks and space to relax, shaken up, but she sustained employed by Bethlehem in the volunteer fire service. at 8510 Fort Smallwood Road, apple cider, lattes, juice and McKee envisions Second no serious injuries. “She’s Steel. He would work the For roughly eight weeks, next to the Rivera Beach other beverages along with Alarm Brewhouse as a com- a trooper,” Phares said. night shift, grab a late drink from March 4 through the Volunteer Fire Company. From oatmeal, muffins, breakfast munity hub. Coffee shop by “She was back at work the at a bar, then return home to end of April, McKee is renting that mobile station, McKee is sandwiches, and fresh bagels. »»Continued on A4 next day.” sleep during the day. It only Though Holsey showed made sense to Holsey that such resiliency, the news was she should own a bar so that distressing for her friends she could see her husband Hospice Of The Chesapeake To State to hear. “I would just like regularly. her to know that we all are Holsey owned a series of hoping and praying for her,” Pasadena bars before buying Host Welcome Home Event Of The said Patricia Tacka. “What The Brass Rail about 30 years happened to her was very ago. There, many in the com- By Maya Pottiger terrible!” munity have come to love Magothy Holsey has been a beloved the breast cancer survivor ospice of the Chesa- figure in the community for and animal lover who never peake will welcome Shows decades. “I grew up with her drinks, smokes or swears but Hhome Vietnam granddaughter and have a will always indulge in a dark veterans during its fifth an- fond memory of eating a chocolate vanilla butter- nual event. Sunday dinner at her house cream from Rheb’s Candies. On March 29, Vietnam Upswing with her crazy dog at my “My great-grandmother veterans, their guests and By Zach Sparks feet,” said friend Shelley is someone who inspires community members are [email protected] Davenport. “My favorite »»Continued on A4 invited to the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans event at ven when a batter the Hilton Baltimore BWI has two strikes in Fundraiser Brings In Airport Hotel in Linthicum. Ebaseball, he always “It was so heartfelt,” said has the chance — however Pat Curran, who spent 14 unlikely — of battling back, More Than $11,400 months in Vietnam between and that’s the same way 1968 and 1970. “I never Magothy River Associa- let anybody know I was a tion (MRA) President Paul For PBA Scholarships Vietnam veteran. Now I Spadaro sees the watershed. have my battle ribbon as my It’s not dead. It’s not license plate.” forgotten. It’s not be- Curran has attended the yond saving. previous four events and When Dr. Sally Hornor plans to attend the fifth one. shared the annual State of “I like meeting fellow the Magothy presentation veterans,” Curran said. “I at Anne Arundel Commu- really enjoy the pomp and nity College on March 15, Photo courtesy of Elyzabeth Marcussen ceremony of it. They honor she echoed that sentiment. The honor guard stood at attention during last year’s us. It feels good.” This year’s Magothy River Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans event. This year, the theme is Index, a water quality as- “Transformation Through sessment compiled by the Decked out in their best ‘80s attire, more than 150 members Service.” Speakers include re- MRA, graded the Magothy of the Pasadena Business Association, their friends and tired Sergeant Major Rodwell at a 30 percent D. That mark supporters partied the night away at Kurtz’s Beach for the Forbes of Fort Meade, Hos- is higher than last year’s 22 annual scholarship fundraiser, this year with a throwback Inside pice CEO Ben Marcantonio, and the previous year’s 28. theme to the era of leg warmers, parachute pants and big Community...... A1-A7 Sports...... B1-B5 Vietnam veteran and retired Both Spadaro and Hornor hair. Returning this year was ‘80s cover band Guys In Thin Politics & Opinion...... A8 School & Youth...... B6-B9 Senator John Astle, National attributed some of the im- Ties, and between ticket sales, sponsorships and auctions, Health & Fitness...... A9 Arts & Entertainment. B10-B12 Director of Hospice and provement to an explosion the event garnered more than $11,400. Those funds will Business ...... A10-A12 Business Directory...... A6 Palliative Care for Veterans of dark false mussels, which cover the PBA’s scholarships for graduating seniors, as well Affairs Dr. Scott Shreve and filter pollutants and sedi- as mini scholarships for eighth-graders and fifth-graders. facebook.com/pasadenavoice @PasadenaVoice BLOG pasadenavoice.com/blogs »»Continued on A5 »»Continued on A4 A2 March 20, 2019 pasadena Voice

Publishers Dianna Lancione Margueritte Mills Lonnie Lancione Brian Conrad Carries Volunteer Editor’s Voice Chief Operating Officer Volunteer Larry Sells Of The Month Spirit Everywhere He Goes V.P., Operations Brass Rail Pub owner Miss Brian Lancione Edna, as she is affection- By Zach Sparks Dylan Roche Sales Account Executive Conrad was a ately called; we’ve even Shannon Vitielliss Editor Having moved from member of the got feel-good stories from Inside Sales Support Maryland to Wash- nearly 30-member students who are under- Heather Lancione ington to Missouri moto safety crew, taking service learning Editor and back to Maryland, and for his last ride As I write this, I’m projects and scouts who Dylan Roche Brian Conrad has in 2017, he brought looking out the window are achieving Eagle status. Sports Editor experienced plenty his wife, Christine, at snow-laden trees, It’s also a time when Colin Murphy of lifestyle changes. a fellow rider. “We slushy pavement and a spring sports are starting Assistant Editor But one constant has would escort riders misty gray sky. I guess up, nearly every school Zach Sparks been his passion for across the state, it’s true what they say is mounting a theater Staff Reporter volunteering. man intersections, about March coming in production, and many Maya Pottiger After serving in the patrol the route and like a lion. Winter weather nonprofit organizations Creative Director U.S. Army as a military provide first aid,” he always has to have one are gearing up for their Will Nauman policeman and becom- Brian Conrad received his Volunteer of explained. last hurrah, especially annual fundraiser galas. Reporters ing a Washington state the Month award from Voice inside sales The AngelRide here in the Chesapeake What a time to be a part Elizabeth Harwood trooper, Conrad vol- assistant Heather Lancione. board of directors re- Bay region, or so it would of a community like this! Darrell Mak unteered as a reserve structured the event, seem. I don’t know about I hope you’ll enjoy reading Judy Tacyn police officer in a St. Louis president on the board of so the new beneficiary is all of you, but I’m ready all these stories as much Dave Topp municipality, coached youth directors, he enjoys helping the Arthur C. Luf Children’s for spring. as our team did cov- Columnists Brian Chisholm soccer, and worked with a with events like the annual Burn Camp for children In fact, you’ll probably ering them. Mary Cobbler German shepherd as a K-9 crab feast and Veterans Day with life-altering burn notice that this March Don’t forget that March Ellen Kinsella search and rescue handler. ceremony. He also attends injuries. Conrad had hand edition of the Voice is also means we’re halfway Nic Kipke While on a mission with ribbon cuttings, runs board surgery in 2018 and sold his pretty spring-centric, through our annual Best Sandi Parrish Gateway Search Dogs in meetings when needed, and bike, so the moto crew is no most notably in the an- of Pasadena contest. The Steuart Pittman Audrey Ruppert 2003 or 2004, Conrad and offers his advice. longer an option. nual special editions that ballot is still live at www. Bryan Simonaire his German shepherd, “In my opinion, the PBA is Conrad was also the lead are included with it. In our pasadenavoice.com/bestof- Nathan Volke Simba, were tasked with the closest-knit chamber or moto crew member for the spring Home & Garden pasadena through April Contributors finding an elderly Alzheim- non-chamber organization,” Face of America Ride from Guide, you can read up on 5, so if you haven’t done Dr. Christine Calvert er’s patient who wandered said Conrad, a financial 2016 to 2018 and a moto the latest tips and advice so yet, log on and vote for Dr. Jeffrey Cranska away from her facility near adviser with Edward Jones. crew member since 2011. from local experts on how your favorite businesses, Jason LaBarge Chesterfield, Missouri. “The members genuinely Running from Washington, to get your property ready services and organizations “We started at her room, care about the community.” D.C. to Gettysburg, Penn- for warm weather. Then that deserve recognition. Simba got a scent from her For seven years, he also sylvania, the April event there’s our Camp Guide, Remember that you can The Pasadena Voice bed sheets, and we started enjoyed getting out his mo- encourages participation by which might seem a little vote only once, so be sure is published by the track from there,” torcycle gear to support An- both injured and able-bod- early, but summer will be to make it count. Conrad recalled. “Simba gelRide. The Memorial Day ied veterans. here before you know it, As I sign off on this Family owned and was able to determine weekend event spanned 135 While helping events and registration at some column for the month, operated since 1981 which exit the person took miles from Norfolk to Mys- that benefit sick kids and of these camps is filling up it’s with the hope that the Please send your news to: from the building as well as tic, Connecticut, while rais- veterans were both gratify- quickly. It’s time for you to next time I write to you, it [email protected] P.O. Box 177 track her about a mile away ing money for the hospital ing experiences, Conrad make your plans now! will be with March head- Pasadena, MD 21123 where we found the patient outreach program at Hole in is equally grateful that he Then there’s the news ing out like a lamb — mild 410-255-5888 laying down, asleep, in the the Wall Gang Camp. gets to serve his hometown from around the commu- temperatures, sunny skies woods. She was returned “The ride was focused on of Pasadena. nity. We’ve got the details and blooming plants. Un- safely to her facility by local the outreach of bringing “You get out of it probably on annual spring activi- til then, help distract me No part of this publication EMS crews.” camps to kids in hospitals,” 10 times what you put into ties like the Lake Shore from the last of the win- may be reproduced without A few years after moving Conrad said. “The camps let it,” Conrad said of volun- Volunteer Fire Company’s tery weather by emailing permission of the publisher to Pasadena in 2010, Conrad them just be a kid for a day teering. “You make new annual carnival or the me your feel-good news ©2019. The publisher is not responsible for any joined the Pasadena Busi- and forget about the termi- friends and contacts and State of the Magothy stories at dylan@pasade- errors, omissions, etc. Views ness Association. Now serv- nal disease or other illness you help organizations meet presentation; we’ve got navoice.com. 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His heart is doing well.” Nick Curran was taking a something was not right,” “I just happened to be in Though he’s performed recently repaired vehicle for said Singleton, who was first the right place at the right many life-saving actions a test drive on February 5, on the scene to start CPR time,” said Curran. He’s in many similar situations which is routine practice for and call 911. quick to add that if it hadn’t while working as an EMT the Bob Bell Ford shop fore- Two other passersby, been for the three random with Riviera Beach Volun- man. Heading east on Route Andy Turner and Anne Stull, people who first took action, teer Fire Company, Curran 10, Curran left the highway rushed over to help. Curran the outcome may have been said this incident was the via the Route 648 exit, and approached Singleton and different. “I think they were first time he had to draw on suddenly realized that this let him know that he was a very happy I showed up.” his training outside of his was no ordinary road test. trained EMT and was going Tommy Madkins, Harri- normal shift. “What did I just see?” he to take over with high-person’s stepson, was happy that “It’s such a rush when you asked himself a split-second formance CPR (HP CPR). HP Curran, Singleton, Turner can regain a pulse or hear a after glancing at the side CPR uses faster compressions and Stull were in position to person start breathing again of the road. “I saw a couple for a longer duration than Nick Curran administered CRP to Charlie Harrison, who help that day. Madkins said after a cardiac arrest and people hovering over a man, general CPR. Singleton esti- was suffering from cardiac arrest. Curran and several other Harrison had four blocked CPR,” said Curran. “I’m super while another man was ad- mated he was doing CPR for good Samaritans saved the man’s life. arteries and needed open happy he’s going to survive.” ministering CPR. The way the about a minute before Cur- heart surgery about two When Harrison is back to victim was positioned along ran jumped in, and another ley Station 18 ambulance asked me what we had,” weeks after the incident. full health, Madkins expects a fence, I thought perhaps he five minutes passed before arrived. Kevin Turner and said Curran. “I told him we Harrison is now in rehab. to have a party celebrating had a cardiac incident while the ambulance arrived. Ken Bruce were part of the needed a reading, which indi- “Right now, he still can’t that good deed that saved his possibly doing yardwork.” The victim, 75-year-old arriving medic team, and cated the gentleman needed fully swallow because of the stepfather’s life. Pasadena resident Chris- Charlie Harrison, regained they immediately recognized a shock to get his heart into tubes and because he has to “Our family wants to per- topher Singleton was on his ROSC (return of spontane- Curran, a seven-year veteran the right rhythm.” get the muscles working in sonally thank them for being way to Home Depot when ous circulation) because of and Riviera Beach Volunteer If it had not been for his his throat,” Madkins said. there at the right time,” Mad- he saw a man awkwardly Curran’s aggressive CPR just Fire Company lieutenant. first responder and EMT “But [the doctors] have him kins said. “If it weren’t for leaning on a fence. “I could moments before the Mar- “Kevin approached and training, Curran may have walking and in physical them, he’d be six feet under.” Historic Hancock’s Resolution Looks To Build On The Past By Dave Topp said Jim Morrison, president of the “In truth, some of the best days 1840s-style post-and-beam barn. Friends of Hancock’s Resolution. are the days when there is no Current plans are for the barn to Historic Hancock’s Resolution “When you get into the real heat program,” Morrison said. “Because be 40-by-60 feet, which is slightly rests by the end of Bayside Beach of the summer, it’s hard to bring if we have a big program going on, larger than most barns of this style. Road, nearly bordering the base people out.” things are bustling, but if you come The barn would serve a dual pur- of the Patapsco River. A rustic 26- The Friends of Hancock’s Resolu- on a day when there is going to pose, as it will house animals but acre farm filled with a rich history tion (FOHR) is a nonprofit organi- be less of a crowd, then you have also work as a visitor center to any- dating back to the mid 1600s, this zation created in 1997. In agreement more time to talk about the history. one who visits Hancock’s Resolu- property has provided Pasadena with Anne Arundel County, the If you’re really interested in the tion. “That brings us completeness with its own national treasure. group is meant to preserve, promote history of our part of the world, that we just didn’t have before,” On April 7, history buffs, spec- and protect the farm’s property. I would advise you to come when Morrison added. tators and visitors alike can take The spring farm festival on April there is no program.” He is optimistic that when part in opening day at Hancock’s 22, Memorial Day musket firing The most exciting thing about construction is complete, hopefully Resolution. demonstrations on May 26, and the Hancock’s Resolution this year may in one year, that the farm can open The farm, which is closed for the remembrance of the War of 1812 not be an event or uninterrupted to the public more days over the winter, presents a wide variety of on August 18 are just a few of the conversation; it could be the begin- course of the year. fun and interactive events through- noteworthy events scheduled for ning of construction on the farm. “This is the biggest thing that has out its calendar year. Currently, Hancock’s Resolution in 2019. “We have a farm with no barn,” happened to us ever. This is quite File Photo by Judy Tacyn the farm is open to visitors only While there are several events Morrison said. “Is there such a sensational,” Morrison said. A rustic 26-acre farm filled with a rich on Sundays. visitors will anticipate, Morrison thing as a farm with no barn?” For more information on the history dating back to the mid 1600s, “We are heavily spring- and also noted the opportunity of visit- Plans for this summer are now Historic Hancock’s Resolution, visit Hancock’s Resolution has provided fall-oriented in our programming,” ing the farm on a non-event day. in place to start construction on an www.historichancocksresolution.org. Pasadena with its own national treasure.

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At 95, her 96th birthday on Friday, noted that those who pro- ment out of the Magothy, [Chesapeake] Bay is only stormwater — reducing almost 96, she continues March 22, beginning at vide information can do so giving underwater grasses about a mile wide,” Spadaro impervious surface, planting to amaze me every day by 8:00pm at The Brass Rail. anonymously and will not enough sunlight to grow. said. “A lot of the pollu- native trees and shrubs, and her drive to keep moving The party is open to the have to appear in court. “Ev- “The mussels helped keep tion, depending on the tide, using raingardens,” Hornor forward. She is loved by public and no reservations ery little bit of information algal growth in check and bypasses the Magothy. And said. “These are small things, so many people. She is my are required. helps. They just want to find that helped the grasses this isn’t an industrial area, but all of these have a big best friend.” In the meantime, police who did this.” grow,” Hornor said. “We not so most of the pollution we impact when put together.” Holsey has also left an and family are seeking any The crime raised up many only had more grasses but a have is residential. Most of As Spadaro explained, the impression by being an ad- information on who as- emotions for Miss Edna’s greater diversity of grasses the issues we have relate to Magothy still has life and vocate of others. “Miss Edna saulted Holsey. A GoFund- supporters and advocates — this year.” stormwater.” the river’s caretakers still has always been a music fan Me page has been started anger, shock, sadness — but She named wild celery During the State of the have hope for its future. of local bands and music,” to generate reward money it also raised up a lot of love. and redhead as two grasses Magothy, Chris Victoria, a “Nature has a tendency to said local musician Jim Mat- for those who provide the As Tacka put it, “I just want that were more common water quality compliance come back,” Spadaro said. teo. “A straight shooter with information that leads to her to know that thankfully this year. Wild celery is a specialist with the Anne “If you give it an opportu- a work ethic many could arresting the culprits. The there are much more of us native grass, and redhead is Arundel County Watershed nity to come back, things never fathom, she has kept page can be found at www. who love and are good com- good for habitat and water- Protection and Restoration will start swinging the the doors of The Brass Rail gofundme.com under the pared to the few who hate fowl, Hornor noted. Program, talked about re- other way.” open for decades. When our title “Help Raise Reward and are bad.” Grasses provide dissolved search on non-tidal streams oxygen and food for fish that feed into the Magothy. and crabs to thrive. Yet Bob Royer, a resident of the acreage of submerged Berrywood in Severna Park, Firefighter Alerts Public About Staffing Deficiency aquatic vegetation (SAV) is highlighted a stream resto- »»Continued from A1 According to the National ties exclusively. “So when you come out, just one component that fac- ration and living shoreline day, the space would expand Volunteer Fire Council, Anne Arundel County the kids can go in and all the tors into the river’s overall project in his neighborhood. by 2020, turning into a which distributed its most Volunteer Firefighters As- switches work and every- grade. MRA volunteers also That Cattail Creek area and pub by night. recent report in 2015, sociation President Vic- thing but the sirens,” he consider the clarity of the the North Cypress Branch “I’m a lieutenant next door participation dropped from tor Henderson applauded said. “The neighbors would water and the dissolved portion of Cypress Creek in the firehouse, so I was 897,750 volunteer firefight- McKee and the Rivera Beach hate the sirens. Again, it’s all oxygen level. are the two spots with the looking for a way to bring ers in 1984 to 788,250 in Volunteer Fire Company for about the awareness of the MRA compares its data poorest water quality on the the community together, not 2014. While the number of their continued efforts to volunteer fire service, so in with county findings and Magothy, Hornor said. have this as a bar but have it volunteers has decreased, provide the community with here would look very similar with SAV measurements “North Cypress Branch open during the day for the the number of annual calls effective volunteer fire ser- to a Firehouse Subs or some- that the Virginia Institute serves as drainage for all community and at the same has nearly tripled. vice and emergency medical thing like that.” of Marine Science produces the shopping centers, so time create some awareness As enrollment has dipped, services. He said the organi- McKee, who also spear- with aerial photography. it’s the most impacted area for the volunteer fire service the average age of firefight- zation has offered McKee a heads a likeminded non- Even though the MRA is in the watershed,” Hornor in our county because we are ers has spiked. The NVFC helping hand if needed. profit called 77Rescue Inc., optimistic about the river’s said. “We can’t expect one dying,” said McKee, who has attributes both outcomes to “Unfortunately, volunteer said it would be too lofty a health, members see room project to offset the many been a volunteer firefighter recruitment challenges re- fire and EMS companies goal to raise money for the for improvement. It’s been acres of impervious surface for 24 years. sulting from increased time across the country are expe- Riviera Beach Volunteer more than a decade since we see in that shopping “It is kind of ridiculous,” he demands and more rigorous riencing lower membership Fire Company. the Magothy River Index district.” added. “We have firehouses training requirements. numbers,” Henderson said. For now, customers can exceeded a 41-grade C That won’t deter the that are closing; volunteer “There’s a generational “Anne Arundel County is not find him in the coffee truck rating. Contrary to public MRA. Yellow perch are pro- firehouses that have been gap,” McKee said. “With immune to this trend and Monday through Friday from perception, most of the pol- ducing at a low rate. Grasses there since the 1920s, 1910s our parents and our grand- therefore the Anne Arundel 6:00am to 1:00pm. They can lution is coming not from are growing. Community ef- are closing because they parents, there was a Kevin County Volunteer Firefight- also learn more by finding the Chesapeake Bay but forts are making an impact. just don’t have the peo- Bacon effect — my neighbor ers Association’s recruitment his page on GoFundMe or by from the creeks and coves. “The greatest way people ple anymore.” was a volunteer firefighter and retention committee visiting www.secondalarm- or my brother is a volunteer is continuously looking for brewhouse.com. firefighter. 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A Pasadena com- vided in the banquet hall. the Chesapeake announced munity staple for the past “There’s a lot of camara- that its We Honor Veterans 19 years, this year’s event derie. Everybody is enjoying program reached Level 5, the commemorates the fire com- one another; they’re enjoy- highest status in the National pany’s 75th anniversary with ing the event,” said Mary Hospice and Palliative Care a wide array of rides, games, Jermann, the director of Organization. It is one of food and fun. volunteer services and chair only nine hospices in the “Nothing’s changed from of the We Honor Veterans country to achieve this status last year,” said Roger Gor- Committee at Hospice. “It’s and the only hospice in the don, assistant fire chief and gratitude for one another. region to do so. carnival co-chair, who noted The camaraderie is huge. I The fifth annual Welcome the annual event typically Photo by Anna Scott Photography love that piece of it.” Home Vietnam Veterans attracts thousands of visi- This year’s event commemorates Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company’s 75th anniversary Curran also noted the event is on Friday, March 29, tors. “Carnivals are our major with a wide array of rides, games, food and fun. camaraderie between the at the Hilton Baltimore BWI fundraiser. We rely on them veterans as one of his favor- Airport Hotel. Doors open heavily. We still are a volun- slaw, is homemade. This year, for any carnival day. Advance more people come up and join ite aspects. at 4:00pm, and the program teer company and have oper- volunteers will also serve a wristbands can be purchased the fire company and have “Senior guys like myself, begins at 5:30pm. The Naval ating costs, and our carnival special fish dinner on Good for $17 each by contacting more people say they want when they see another fellow Academy Band will perform and bingo events supplement Friday, April 19. Roger Gordon at 443-851- to help,” Gordon stressed. wearing a Vietnam hat, we around 5:20pm. To purchase those costs.” The work to prepare for 5015 or Donna Odendhal at “You don’t need to ride the always look up and say, ‘Wel- tickets, visit www.hospiceches- Proceeds from the carnival the carnival usually starts in 443-572-1588. Wristbands equipment to volunteer; you come home,’” Curran said. apeake.org. Vietnam veterans will also help fund new fire- December and lasts through purchased at the carnival can join the fire company “During our time, nobody are offered free admission. fighting equipment for the May. Organizers must obtain will be $26. auxiliary to volunteer and community. permits and licensing and Organizing a major event help the community.” “We just purchased a new contract the rides to Shaw such as the annual carnival More information on be- rescue engine,” said Jerry Amusements. During the takes tremendous resources, coming a volunteer member Polystrene Bill Is Passed White, president of the fire event, fire company volun- and Gordon said the fire com- can be found on the fire company and carnival teers help with the food tent, pany is always looking for company’s Facebook page co-chair. “We were hoping games, candy wheel and more volunteers to help. at “Lake Shore Volunteer to have it on display at the beer tent. Once again, beer “We would love to have Fire Company.” carnival, but it’s not built yet. servers will be TIPS (Train- It’ll be delivered toward the ing for Intervention Proce- end of April or early May.” dureS) certified and will have Although White said he taken specialized training on Lake Shore Carnival Dates didn’t have any particular responsible alcohol serving fundraising goal in mind, “I’d practices and preventing il- • Thursday, April 18, • Tuesday, April 23, like to do very well at the car- legal alcohol sales. 6:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm nival,” he said. “It is a major Although there is no • Friday, April 19, • Wednesday, April 24, fundraiser.” charge to enter the carnival 6:00pm-11:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm The carnival boasts an grounds, rides, food and • Saturday, April 20, • Thursday, April 25, assortment of carnival-style games will be sold separately. 5:00pm-11:00pm 6:00pm-10:00pm When the Anne Arundel County Council waded into a fare, including pit beef, Like last year, attendees can • Sunday, April 21, • Friday, April 26, debate about polystyrene in February, the conversation hamburgers, hot dogs, cot- save by purchasing a ride 5:00pm-10:00pm 6:00pm-11:00pm was about more than plastic used for food packaging. ton candy, funnel cake and wristband in advance. 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Neighborhood of the Month Poplar Ridge Neighborhood of the Month takes an in-depth look at the unique communities that make up Pasadena as a whole. Each has its own history, its own special amenities and its own people who are happy to call that place home. Want to share with our readers all about your neighborhood and what sets it apart from others? Email [email protected] and let us know!

Photo by Judy Tacyn Above: (L-R) Nathan Foster, Ed Barnhouser and Jeff Hughes like that Poplar Ridge is a diverse community, both in its mix of neighbors and its array of bars and restaurants.

Photos courtesy of Sue Chiasson Left and right: The waterfront offers beautiful views of nature in Poplar Ridge.

A Peninsula With Community Pride Sue Chiasson Ed Barnhouser By Judy Tacyn friend recommended that he look nice houses and proximity to the at a house that was for sale in Pop- Resident for Two Years water,” Hughes said. “We drove Lifelong Resident Residents of Poplar Ridge in lar Ridge in the summer of 2017, Sue Chiasson’s family moved to all the way down where the road Ed Barnhouser’s parents bought Pasadena can boast about the and the rest is history. Pasadena in 1997 because they were ends at the water. Great views and a vacant lot on Poplar Ridge Road amount of waterfront because the “The house we found met the looking for a community with an it seemed very quiet and peaceful, near the end of the peninsula neighborhood is a peninsula situ- requirements we were looking for,” easy commute to both Washington, which it is.” in 1956 when Ed was an infant. ated on Bodkin Creek. The commu- Foster said. “Poplar Ridge feels like D.C., and Baltimore. Hughes appreciates the diversity Though his family lived in Brooklyn nity is part of an oyster restoration we have our own small town and “I had been looking for several of neighbors in Poplar Creek. “It’s Park, they traveled every summer project for the Chesapeake Bay and people are beyond friendly.” years to move to a home on the wa- a community of diverse people: weekend to Poplar Ridge to fish, has been for more than 10 years. The family also found a great ter. When I saw this listing, I knew doctors, lawyers, crabbers, contrac- crab and swim. There is a great mix of water- school, Fort Smallwood Elementa- I found my special place,” Chiasson tors, artists, construction workers, “I purchased my first home on front and residential homes. The ry. “And no we don’t like it, we love said. “It’s a quiet neighborhood, mechanics, IT professionals,” he Poplar Ridge Road in 1985,” Ed said. Cheshire Crab restaurant is in the it,” Foster exclaimed. but it comes alive in the summer. said. “Just a great mix of people “My two children spent their child- neighborhood, as is Pleasure Cove Foster loves Pasadena for Boating and water sports are very who come together in support of hood here also enjoying playing, Marina, Bodkin Yacht Club and its small-town feel, abundant popular. You can get out to the the community.” swimming, fishing and crabbing.” two fishing charter boats that run waterfront, the YMCA and Chesapeake Bay in minutes.” He feels there is diversity, too, In 2003, Ed and his wife, Teresa, out of Bodkin Creek. friendly people. Chiasson said Pasadena feels in the many locally owned restau- built their dream home with a view The community hosts holiday “I have the best neighbors I a little bit like the fictional bar rants, neighborhood bars, fruit and looking out at the Chesapeake Bay. parties, a white elephant gift ex- ever have had,” Foster continued. Cheers, where everyone knows vegetable stands, horse ranches, Recently, his son and wife pur- change, Toys for Tots donation box, “They are friendly and giving. In your name. “I find it a very wel- and many waterways and parks. chased Ed’s parents’ home. Their coat drive, and Earth Day party, just a year and a half, I have been coming community. I have made “Our neighbors are very so- two children are now the fourth paint nights, Coast Guard Auxiliary able to develop some very real lifelong friendships here. I have ciable and friendly. We frequently generation of Barnhousers to live training, a chili cook-off, communi- friendships.” never been happier.” trade dinner invites to eat at each in Poplar Ridge. ty yard sale, a craft and vendor fair, Foster added that the Poplar other’s home,” Hughes said. “We Ed likes living on a peninsula, kayak parties, CPR classes, movie Ridge Improvement Association Jeff Hughes go out together to restaurants and with one way in and one way out. nights and a book club. sponsored children in need this Resident for Nine Years clubs. There are many last-minute, Because the land is narrow, there past Christmas season. Jeff Hughes and his family were spur-of-the-moment pop-up are water views in multiple direc- Nathan Foster He and his wife are members of living in Severna Park when they get-togethers.” tions. “It is off the beaten track, yet Resident for Two Years the community association, their felt the pull to the water, specifi- Hughes is the past president of still close to civilization,” Ed said. Nathan Foster has lived in children are involved in local sport cally the Magothy River. the Poplar Ridge Improvement As- “The deep water makes it a haven Pasadena since he was 2 years old, programs, and his wife is a volun- “We loved the drive into the sociation. His wife, Tricia, is part of for boaters. Living here is like a and his wife is from Glen Burnie. A teer at Fort Smallwood Elementary. community with the mature trees, the community book club. perpetual vacation.” Proud Sponsor of the Neighborhood of the Month!

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To add something to rates were set artificially low Nathan Volke cap passed by the voters. One the county is holding a series the budget, do we make cuts and we have since lost $107 Councilman proposal I’ve seen to increase of town hall budget meetings elsewhere, or find reason- million of funding for road District 3 the income tax would cost the nformation is empowering. to hear from citizens before able ways to raise additional improvements. We can’t af- median county household — a I want county residents to budget decisions are made. revenue? The tool gives you ford to continue that. household making $100,000 Ibe informed and engaged. These meetings represent your the ability to make these Anne Arundel County is n March 12, I co-host- — an additional $400-$700 And I’m not the only one. opportunity to tell me about choices as well. the best place, but to stay ed a budget town hall per year. Going around the We just released our transi- your budget priorities and And we have some tough that way, we need the best Omeeting at Northeast property tax, which can be tion report and one of the what’s important to you. choices to make. Our county schools and the best govern- High School with County Ex- done according to state law things woven through many The county budget is large population has grown by 10 ment services. As a commu- ecutive Steuart Pittman. Here to fund education, will cost of the recommendations is the – more than $1.6 billion – and percent in each of the most nity, we must decide what are some of the budget priori- even more. It all adds up desire among county residents complex. To help citizens recent decades, and our we want from our govern- ties we heard from residents: to a lot more money out of for access to information, understand the components student population has grown ment and how we want to • Pay teachers fairly and eq- your pocket. more opportunities for public of the budget, we have created even faster. Fire and EMS pay for it. uitably for their experience Personally, I am very frugal. participation and a chance to a webpage that gives you some calls are growing by 5 percent Please use our budget tool and hard work Just ask my wife or anyone help shape decisions. tools to help you prepare your each year. Despite years of to consider our needs and • Increase the staffing and who knows me. We’ve lived in I think this is great news. testimony. You can see the promises to hire more police, then consider the revenue pay for professional fire- the same townhouse for the I was elected on a promise to approximate costs of certain we have the same number of sources. Compare us with fighters, police and deten- last seven years. We’ve made engage citizens and to listen. county personnel, like teach- sworn officers that we had neighboring counties. And tion officers tough spending decisions to Putting communities first ers, firefighters and zoning four years ago. then tell us what you think. • Build the new Riviera keep expenses down while is more than a slogan – it’s inspectors. The budget tool In parts of our county, I hope to see you at one of Beach Library and fund a saving for retirement. And a framework for how this also shows you how much an traffic is unbearable. We our upcoming budget town temporary library during we’ve sacrificed luxuries to pay administration will approach ambulance, a senior center or have road and infrastructure hall meetings. construction off my student loans, which governing. In fact, we orga- • Support the budget and we did last year. I understand nized our entire transition mission of Anne Arundel the delicate balance of making team around committees Community College tough choices. And I realize based on communities: safe Constituent Representation • Create more transportation how household budgets will communities, healthy com- options in Pasadena, includ- be significantly affected by munities, thriving communi- the General Assembly are try- elections board when Gover- ing building more sidewalks more taxes. ties, empowered communi- Bryan ing to represent their constitu- nor O’Malley won. The good news: Many Low taxes has long been ties, educated communities, Simonaire ents. However, I have learned The new senator was told State Senator people are very happy with an issue we can all agree on sustainable communities and District 31 that when the interests of that Democrats normally win the services being provided in Anne Arundel County. responsive government. their political leadership col- the governor’s race, so it bene- by our county government It is why we have some of More than 200 volunteers lides with their constituents’ fits Democrats the most. They and want to see more of those the lowest tax rates in the invested more than 5,000 ccasionally through interest, many politicians side further clarified that his idea services. This speaks volumes state of Maryland. Many of hours of time creating the these articles, I try with their party leadership. would give up control in all the to the tremendous quality and us chose to live and retire report. There are 63 broad Oto give you a peek I recall one senator who Republican areas of the state volume of work being done by in Anne Arundel County, recommendations and 298 ac- into one or more aspects of was a good friend and also the when a Democrat won gov- county employees. They are instead of Howard County or tion items. Recommendations being a senator in Annapolis. swing vote on an important ernor again. He still said, “… doing a great job! Montgomery County or Bal- included adding some key This time I will focus on the issue. I approached the sena- But it’s a matter of fairness” The bad news: Without timore City, because this is management positions within competing forces vying for our tor and said, “We could really and pushed the amendment raising taxes, we are projected one of the most tax-friendly county government, increas- representation in Annapolis. use your vote on this issue, (known as a “rookie” mistake). to have around $50 million in counties in Maryland. ing staffing levels for teachers I wonder how many people especially since this legislation I supported his argument new revenue for the upcom- In my campaign, I told and public safety personnel, feel as if their government hurts your constituents.” The and suggested if we are looking budget. To put that in you my plan was to work adopting new technologies to is primarily focused on their reality of politics became so ing for fairness, this amend- perspective, the Board of to incrementally improve improve efficiency, increasing best interest. I can tell you one evident to me that day when ment was a great idea for Education is already asking our county infrastructure, community engagement and of the reasons I entered the I heard the response: “I know, the people. However, if you for an additional $92 million pay and services, while not instilling better collabora- Senate was because I wanted but leadership is pressuring were voting simply based on just for schools. That does not introducing new taxes. You tion among departments to restore the voice of the peo- me so much. I have to vote for what’s best for the majority include any other county ser- all elected me knowing and partners. ple and give them confidence the bill.” I know it frustrates party in Maryland, you would vices, like police, fire, deten- that, and I intend to keep You can find the 20-page that their representative was you, but can you imagine how vote against it. Predictably, tion centers, public works and my pledge. I am looking summary report, and all of there for them. frustrating it is for us as well? party won the day — no every other part of county forward to working with the subcommittee reports, on Sadly, most people prob- I will share one more recent other Democrat voted for the government. You can see the my colleagues on the coun- our county website at www. ably feel that politicians look example that is both encour- amendment. math doesn’t add up without ty council to craft a fiscally aacounty.org/departments/ out for themselves first, then aging and disheartening at the After the vote, I encour- raising taxes. responsible, sustainable county-executive/transition/ their political party, then their same time. We were in com- aged the new senator to guard Special interest groups are budget. I hope you will send index.html. constituents. Honestly, during mittee voting this year when his sense of fairness for the already proposing the answer me your input and thoughts I’ll be considering these my time in Annapolis, I have a new senator of the majority people, because leadership is to raise the income tax and on how we should do it. recommendations when I found that most members of party questioned why things would work to squash such were done a particular way. “independent thinking.” It was He asked why county election a moment of kindred spirits boards would have a majority between a Republican senator Problems: Are They Our Greatest Gift? membership based on who and a Democrat senator. won the governor’s race. He Trust me, numerous legisla- signs and candles in a show from the gift of developing Most importantly, we must all suggested an amendment to tors in Annapolis fight for you Brian of love and support for the the skills absolutely neces- recognize that problems exist base the board majority on independent of pressure from Chisholm affected students. sary for overcoming adversity within all of our lives and can each county’s voter registra- leadership. With your voice, Delegate As I stood there, trying to and problems. These skills be used to forge great prog- tion. For example, his district we will continue to push to be District 31 absorb the enormity of the are imperative to ensure our ress if we educate the most was overwhelmingly Demo- a government of the people, by challenge facing these parents, children can flourish and lead vulnerable of the help that is crat, but Republicans had con- the people and for the people. ’ll tell every one of you, if students, my son, my fam- a happy life when they enter available all around them. trol of his Board of Elections If I can be of any assistance you’re willing to hear me, ily, friends, teachers, mental the “real world” as an adult. I Vital resources include since Governor Hogan won. or if you would like to com- “Iwhat your biggest prob- health professionals, critical worry that the more we shield www.aamentalhealth.org and Also, places like Garrett Coun- ment on this article, contact lem is. You think you shouldn’t response teams and communi- our kids from the situations the Maryland Youth Crisis ty that always vote Republican me at bryan.simonaire@senate. have them. Problems are what ty members, I tried to consider and problems they face every Hotline at 800-422-0009. had Democrats controlling the state.md.us. make us grow. Problems are any possible solutions. Like day, the greater the chance what sculpt our soul. Problems others, I try to understand the they will lack the skills needed are what make us become more. reason this plague has infect- to cope. They spend hours on If we could realize that life is al- ed our area in such high num- social media sites with droves Judicial Transparency Is Needed ways happening for us, not to us. bers. I am far from a mental of staged photos of peers Game over, all the pain and suf- health specialist, so I can offer appearing to have the perfect unconscionable. This failure the sentencing portion of a fering disappears. Your problem only my thoughts as a dad, life. I am dismayed that this Nic Kipke affects not only the citizens criminal trial. The bill has is your gift.” — Tony Robbins husband, son, state legislator false illusion of everyone Delegate of the city but also every citi- protections for witnesses and I have spent countless hours and friend who is reaching for around us having a problem- District 31 zen in the state. This failure victims. It is my hope that this reflecting on this message answers. I know this is an odd free, ideal life with an amaz- does not rest squarely on the transparency will help hold and remembering the piercing time to incorporate the belief ing future can play havoc on a shoulders of judges but also the judiciary accountable in impact it had on my heart that our problems can be our young, impressionable mind. ne of the primary prosecutors who seek to “plea exercising their duties. the first moment I heard it. greatest gift, but here is my It can lead to the feelings of duties of government down” to lesser offenses. While I would hope these I have tried to leverage this best attempt in hopes it helps. isolation because they do have Ois to keep its citizens Too often, the judiciary measures would put an im- in my own logic to overcome Furthermore, I fully recognize legitimate problems. This is a safe from criminals who seems to have placed itself mediate end to the premature problems. It has echoed in my that the leading cause for serious issue and I know the would do them harm. The above the other branches of release of violent criminals, mind, more prevalent than teen suicides is mental health mental health challenges of legislature passes laws with government. As a body, it does I know that institutional ever over the past few weeks issues and that is well beyond many are extremely complex. that intent, and the executive not like to be questioned. In change can take time. This is since getting a text from my my scope of knowledge. Re- I do, however, think we would and judicial branches execute our modern time of ever- why I have also introduced the high school son letting me gardless, I wanted to put forth be well served if all kids and those laws. Three branches growing government trans- Murder and Repeat Violent know that yet another class- my thoughts on this subject as adults understood problems of government each act as an parency, the judiciary operates Offenders Registry Act. Like mate had ended his own life well as the other problems fac- play a prevalent part in every- independent leg of a stool of behind an outdated cloak of Maryland’s sex offender reg- prematurely. This optimistic ing our kids. I also realize this one’s lives. I have immense justice. In a growing number institutional secrecy. istry, this bill requires anyone mindset shared by Tony Rob- is a sensitive and delicate sub- optimism that rather than of cases, it seems the failure There are several bills this convicted of murder, or any- bins can be at odds with that ject to comment on, with the letting problems destroy us, of the judiciary has made session designed to make one who has received a second organic, negative gut feeling real risk of offending many. they strengthen us to more this stool unsteady. In far too the judiciary more open and or subsequent conviction for we can’t shake when wrestling That is far removed from my effectively embrace the serious many cases, criminals with transparent. Governor Larry a violent crime, to register with these devastating prob- intent; this is simply the view challenges in life. violent records are quickly Hogan has introduced and I upon the completion of their lems and trying to look for of one person who hopes to It is impossible to help any- released and light sentences am co-sponsoring the Judicial sentence. This will be a search- a better tomorrow, all while start the conversation toward one too afraid to share with are frequently given out. The Transparency Act of 2019, able database that citizens facing the unbelievable fear of solutions. others their serious problems continued plague of violent which will require the Mary- can make use of to know if a losing loved ones. I am deeply concerned that and thoughts because of their crime in Baltimore City can, land State Commission on violent criminal has moved In the 24 hours before writ- we have witnessed, and in feelings of isolation and re- in part, be attributed to a Criminal Sentencing Policy to into their neighborhood. ing this article, I met with many ways unintentionally moteness. I pray these terrible failure of some in judiciary to publish detailed information There is no simple answer to concerned parents actively fostered, an environment that and tragic losses will result deliver adequate sentences to on the actual sentences hand- the plague of violent crime in seeking solutions to problems teaches kids that they are in more individuals under- the worst offenders. Accord- ed down by judges for violent our state. But these measures in our schools, from bullying entitled to a life without pain standing they are not alone ing to the Baltimore Police crimes across the state. Mary- are part of the solution. All and racism to mental health. or problems. It is our human and problems are widespread Department, 60 percent of land is one of the few states levels of government must be This was followed up pre- nature to do everything we throughout society, but so those convicted of gun crimes that ban the video recording held accountable in keeping dawn the next morning by can to protect our kids from are the people willing to help. in Baltimore City do not serve of criminal court cases. I am our citizens safe. These legisla- lining sidewalks with hun- negative situations or feelings. We all need help now and serious time and are released cosponsoring legislation that tive proposals are a positive dreds of other parents holding I believe this can rob them then from those around us. back onto the streets. This is will allow the media to film step in that direction. March 20, 2019 Pasadena Voice Health & Fitness A9 Tech Talk With Heartworm Disease: Know The Facts! Christine them to their new home. tion persists, the more likely Signs of heartworm dis- Calvert How is heartworm symptoms will develop. ease in cats can be subtle Dr. Cranska Calvert disease transmitted from Active dogs, dogs heavily or dramatic. Symptoms Veterinary one pet to another? infected with heartworms, may include coughing, restorations, which are Center The mosquito plays an or those with other health asthma-like attacks, periodic Jeffrey milled by a machine using essential role in the heart- problems often show pro- vomiting, lack of appetite, Cranska a solid block of ceramic. eartworm disease is worm life cycle. Adult female nounced signs: or weight loss. Occasionally, Family Laser Dentistry These crowns meet the serious and poten- heartworms living in an an affected cat may have dif- dentist’s requirements Htially fatal in pets. infected dog or fox produce • Mild, persistent cough ficulty walking, experience for fit and high-strength, It is caused by heartworms microscopic baby worms fainting or seizures, or suffer odern dentistry and are tooth colored. that live in the heart, lungs called microfilaria that • Exercise intolerance or from fluid accumulation is dynamic. There is no metal sensi- and blood vessels of af- circulate in the bloodstream. fatigue after moder- in the abdomen. Unfortu- MChanges to tivity or allergies with fected pets, causing severe When a mosquito bites an ate activity nately, the first sign in some improve patient comfort these ceramics. lung disease, heart failure infected animal, it picks up cases is sudden collapse or and quality of care are Q: How can I have a and damage to other body these baby worms from the • Decreased appetite and sudden death. always being developed. broken tooth repaired organs. Heartworm dis- infected pet’s blood. These weight loss Moreover, the medication The use of improved to look like my orig- ease affects dogs, cats and baby worms will mature used to treat heartworm dental materials, modern inal tooth? ferrets, but heartworms inside the mosquito; then, • Advanced cases leading infections in dogs cannot delivery systems, lasers, A: A dentist is re- also live in other animals. when the infected mosquito to heart failure and the be used in cats, so heart- computer-generated sponsible for a thorough Because wild species such bites another dog, cat, or appearance of a swollen worm prevention is the only imaging, and computer examination and proper as foxes live in proximity to susceptible wild animal, belly due to excess fluid means of protecting cats management software diagnosis to determine many urban areas, they are the infective larvae are from the effects of heart- systems are just some of the best treatment for considered important carri- transferred through the • Sudden unset of la- worm disease. the changes. the patient. The dentist ers of the disease. skin. Once mature, heart- bored breathing, pale Because of Pasadena’s In this column, I will will evaluate the ben- The dog is a natural host worms can live for five to gums, death proximity to water, it is es- answer questions on efits versus the risk and for heartworms, which seven years in dogs and up pecially important to protect high-technology dentist- determine what treat- means that heartworms to two or three years in cats. Do cats get heartworm your pets from this deadly ry. Please direct inquiries ments are necessary. that live inside the dog Because of the longevity of disease? disease in our community. to my website at www. Fillings are designed to mature into adults and can these worms, each mos- Heartworm disease in cats Several medications prevent cranska.com or email me go inside a tooth. Worn, reproduce, thereby increas- quito season can lead to an is different from heartworm heartworm disease, includ- at familylaserdentistry@ broken and cracked teeth, ing the number of worms increasing number of worms disease in dogs. The cat is ing monthly oral chews, outlook.com. and weakened teeth with living in your dog. If left in an infected pet. With an atypical host for heart- topical applications, and an large restorations with untreated, heartworms will Pasadena’s close proximity worms, and most worms in injectable form that lasts for Why Do I Need A excessive decay, may not increase. Dogs have been to water, it is not surprising cats do not survive to the six months. Ask your veteri- Crown On My Tooth? leave enough healthy known to harbor several that we see heartworm dis- adult stage. Cats with adult narian which preventative is Modern technology tooth structure to sup- hundred worms in their ease in our area. Even small heartworms typically have best for your pet! has given dentists more port a replacement filling. bodies. Heartworm disease amounts of standing water, just one or a few worms For more information on materials that restore Root-canaled teeth need causes lasting damage to such as in empty flower and many cats affected by heartworm disease, visit cracked, decayed, worn, crown coverage to protect the heart, lungs and arter- pots or other containers and heartworms have no adult www.heartwormsociety.org. discolored or broken against tooth breakage. ies. This can affect the dog’s objects that collect rainwa- worms. While this means Calvert Veterinary Center teeth. Instead of using Crowns are needed to health and quality of life ter, can serve as a breeding heartworm disease often has been serving Pasadena metal in the mouth, the restore the tooth back long after the parasites ground for mosquitos. goes undiagnosed in cats, and surrounding communi- trend is now to use tooth- to its original size and are gone. For this reason, What are the signs of it’s important to understand ties for 15 years. The office is colored ceramics. shape, so it can function. heartworm prevention heartworm disease that even immature worms conveniently located at 4100 There are many choices for dogs is by far the best in dogs? cause real damage in the Mountain Road in Pasadena. Q: What is a crown? using the new materials option, and treatment — Many dogs show few form of a condition known Call 410-360-7297 or visit A: A dental crown is a developed over the past when needed — should be symptoms or no symptoms as heartworm-associated www.calvertvet.com to sched- restoration that completely two decades. administered as early in the at all. The longer the infec- respiratory disease (HARD). ule an appointment. caps and covers a tooth. Q: How long will the course of the disease as pos- Crowns are used to im- tooth restored with a sible. With the recent hur- prove the form, function, crown last? ricanes affecting southern strength and appearance of A: With an indestruc- states such as Louisiana, Dr. Calvert Among Hogan’s a damaged tooth or to cover tible crown covering the Texas and Mississippi, the a dental implant. Crowns tooth, the expectation is incidence of heartworm originally were made for it to last many years. disease has increased 124 “Green Bag” Appointments entirely of gold. Technology Proper maintenance is sharply in these areas. in the 1960s and 1970s gave important to prevent Many rescue groups have overnor Larry Hogan visory Board us porcelain-covered gold decay around the crown. helped relocate pets that recently submitted • Stephanie Hopkins, Balti- crowns and all porcelain Like any tooth, the tis- were stranded after severe G124 appointments to more City, State Board of crowns. This improved sue around it can get flooding led to evacuations. the Maryland State Senate. Architects cosmetics, but porcelain is gum disease. Many of the pets from the Secretary of Appointments • Andrea Fulton Rhodes, not as durable as a natural flooded areas contracted Chris Cavey presented Senate Queen Anne’s County, tooth or solid metal. Dental crowns are heartworm disease due to President Thomas V. Miller Commission on Judicial Twenty-first century one of many items that the presence of standing with the names of the “Green Disabilities CAD/CAM (3D printer) can restore your teeth water. Often, these pets Bag” nominees. • Benny Russell, Harford technology has developed to proper function. The were transported to other “Marylanders deserve the County, Maryland State a chip-proof, solid, all-ce- patient and dentist will states, including Maryland, most capable and dedicated Dr. Christine Calvert Arts Council ramic crown. Computers determine how to re- unfortunately bringing representatives for these criti- As constitutionally required are used to design these store teeth. heartworm disease with cally important positions, and who served as a former deputy by law, Maryland Insurance we are extremely proud of the chief of staff to the governor Commissioner Al Redmer was qualified individuals being and former delegate repre- renominated (his term expires submitted today,” Hogan senting the Eastern Shore, has on June 30) and Secretary of Anne Arundel County Releases said. “These appointments been nominated as the secre- State John Wobensmith has reflect the diversity of our tary of natural resources. been renominated per statute 2018 Community Health state, and I am confident that Eileen M. Levitt, who is the as a constitutional officer. these appointees will help us founder and president of The “I am extremely proud of continue to change Maryland HR Team in Howard County the process allowing Gover- Needs Assessment Report for the better.” providing human resource nor Hogan to fill important he 2018 Anne Arundel “The information from the identified through the CHNA Highlighting the gover- expertise to domestic and leadership positions in every County Community CHNA helps us to guide our to make sure we are moving nor’s top priority of educa- international companies, has region of the state,” Cavey THealth Needs Assess- efforts to address the health in the right direction.” tion, Hogan has nominated been nominated to the Com- said. “These qualified ap- ment (CHNA) was recently needs and disparities in Deneen Richmond, vice former Montgomery County mission on Civil Rights. pointees come from diverse released. The comprehensive, our county.” president of population Executive Isiah Leggett to This year’s “Green Bag” in- ethnic and professional back- data-driven report, which The CHNA examines a health and clinical improve- the University System of cludes appointment nomina- grounds, and we are confident identifies the health needs variety of health and be- ment at Anne Arundel Maryland Board of Regents. tions for more than 63 boards that these men and women of the community, is a col- havioral indicators, includ- Medical Center, agreed that The governor also nominated and commissions across the will work hard to serve our laboration between the Anne ing social determinants of the assessment furthers the Clarence Crawford and former state. A sample of the nomina- citizens.” Arundel County Department health (such as poverty, mission of enhancing the state senator and delegate Gail tions includes: Dating back to 17th- of Health; Anne Arundel housing and education), health of patients. Bates to the Maryland State • Christine Calvert, Anne century England, the term Medical Center (AAMC); mortality rates, high-risk be- “The last assessment Board of Education. Arundel County, State “Green Bag” refers to the University of Maryland Balti- haviors (alcohol and tobacco prompted us to solidify our Other nominees include: Board of Veterinary Medi- green satchel that is used more Washington Medical use), and chronic health palliative care program and Geneau M. Thames, Esquire, cal Examiners once every year to bring the Center (UM BWMC); Anne conditions such as diabetes, work on better care coordina- who is the chief legal adviser • Carlton Brown, Baltimore gubernatorial nominations to Arundel County Mental cancer and heart disease. tion for patients,” Richmond and counselor for Harford Mu- County, Maryland Food the Senate. It is a longstand- Health Agency; Community The 2018 report identified said. “This important assess- tual Insurance Company, has Center Authority ing tradition for a member of Foundation of Anne Arundel mental health, substance ment impacts real change been nominated to the State • Glenn Fishack, Wash- the governor’s staff to deliver County; Anne Arundel abuse, access to care, and to better health care in our Ethics Commission. ington County, Amuse- the bag once a year to the County YWCA; and Anne chronic disease as health community.” Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio, ment Ride Safety Ad- Maryland State Senate. Arundel County Partner- priorities for the county. The ship for Children, Youth and report also shares principal Families. The CHNA report findings such as an increase can be viewed at www.aa- in county residents classi- Heartbeat For Health Celebrates The Benefits Of Wellness health.org/CHNA2018. fied as obese, the growth of Photo by Judy Tacyn As a mandate under the the Hispanic population, the Heartbeat for Health, sponsored Patient Protection and lack of public transporta- by University of Maryland Affordable Care Act, the as- tion, homelessness, and the Baltimore Washington Medical sessment presents data and impact of social media on (UM BWMC), kept attendees at key factors impacting the mental health. The Y in Arnold engaged with health of county residents “The CHNA provides their bodies and minds on and serves as the founda- critical insight into the February 23. Families enjoyed tion for strategic planning health needs and concerns free smoothie samples; an for local hospitals and public of county residents,” said obstacle course for kids; dance and health agencies. Becky Paesch, vice president exercise demonstrations by the “Improving the health and of physician services at UM Kangaroo Kids, Old Mill Middle well-being of our communi- BWMC. “Its findings have led School South, and Dancer’s ties is the driving force of to increased focus on areas of Dreams Dance Studio; every organization involved highest need in our commu- educational displays; and blood in this report,” said act- nity, such as mental health pressure, chiropractic spinal, and ing Anne Arundel County and the opioid use. We will posture screenings. Health Officer Billie Penley. continue to use the findings March 20, 2019 pasadena voice A10 Business

B uSINESS Spotlight PBA Update dena Seafood), at 4:00pm. Angel’s Nears 100 Years Of Service In Pasadena Sandi Wicked Beauty Salon is Angel’s was rebuilt. “Those go back to my Parrish celebrating its anniversary. By Maya Pottiger Executive The initial rebuild grandmother, probably even Director We had our first scav- ack when put Angel’s at 120 great-grandmother,” Clocker enger hunt to promote Mountain feet wide and 80 said. “Old German recipes shopping local. The grand BRoad was a feet deep, Clocker for potato salad, coleslaw, ur annual scholar- prize drawing was held at dirt path, members said. Now, in 2019, macaroni. Those are the ship fundraiser was the PBA membership meet- of the Angel family Angel’s is at 27,000 big three.” Oheld on March 2 ing on Wednesday, March 6. sold drinks and square feet. The The fried chicken is now with 150 people rocking to The grand prize is a beauti- snacks out of their store has roughly popular among Angel’s the ‘80s music of Guys in ful outdoor fire pit donated farmhouse. tripled in size. customers, Clocker said. Also Thin Ties. Many attendees by Ace Hardware & Hearth/ “It started as a “Over all that time, known for its well-stocked dressed in ‘80s attire and Lakeshore Plaza and will be little farmhouse we’ve evolved with beer, wine and liquor selec- danced the night away. filled with a variety of gift in the ‘20s and the grocery indus- tion, Angel’s serves as a “one Although attendance was cards and goodies donated gradually grew a try in general,” stop-shop,” Clocker said. down, we still managed to by local restaurants and little bit to where Clocker said. Another way Angel’s has raise $11,400 for scholar- other members of the Pasa- it was a small Angel’s now in- expanded is by providing ships. It was a little off from dena Business Association. grocery store,” said corporates technol- catering services. Custom- last year’s $15,400, but we The second-place winner Walt Clocker, who ogy, social media ers have a variety of cater- still had a good night. We will receive a Ravens por- now runs Angel’s and prepared meals ing options, starting with also have funds coming table grill donated by M&T Food Market. into its daily opera- picking up a platter at the from our scholarship dining Bank/Riviera Beach and The Clocker Walt Clocker, whose family purchased Angel’s tion. Customers can store to full-service, black tie day at Primo Pasta Kitchen a third-place winner will family took over Food Market in 1960, takes pride in the now visit Angel’s wedding catering. A popu- and the Greene Turtle, so receive a treasure chest/gift the business in strong ties his business has to the community. Facebook page to lar option is Drop, Set and we will be able to add to card/rum combo donated 1960 when Walt’s check out daily spe- Go, in which someone from the $11,400. by Mutiny Pirate Bar & grandfather purchased it a more true grocery store cials and the day’s hot food Angel’s will deliver and set up We will host a ribbon cut- Island Grille. All winners the property. “He brought operation.” offerings. But no matter how the food for customers, and ting on March 29 for Wick- will be invited to the next a little more professional- Since 1960, Angel’s has much the operation changes then leave. ed Beauty Salon, located at meeting on April 3 to be ism to it,” Clocker said. gone through many changes, with the times, one thing “By growing the way we 8111 Fort Smallwood Road awarded their prizes. “My grandfather, having both physical and opera- remains consistent: Angel’s did, we’ve always been able (in the shopping center with Our Legislative Day in come from business, made tional. After a fire in 1976, famous homemade salads. »»Continued on A11 The Pit Stop Pub and Pasa- »»Continued on A11 Five Years In, Coterie Still Tailors ClearShark H2O’s Fifth Annual Its Approach To The Customer Brunch Exceeds Fundraising Goals

algorithm doesn’t,” Clark said. By Dylan Roche to 22; received a BGE Green “What fits their body? What Grant for $4,000; participated will look good on them? I can ou might say that in Global Giving Tuesday and find something they wouldn’t ClearShark H2O has raised $3,500; sponsored the pick, something outside their Ymade a splash in the installation of the Blue Heron comfort zone that looks community. The nonprofit Gallery at Arlington Echo great on them.” organization — which is Education Center, allowing Coterie, a Boutique is now dedicated to educating youth students to use art to express offering what Clark calls on environmental issues by their connections to the en- Prime Styling, a mix of servic- connecting them with local vironment; provided drown- es like wardrobe assessment, waterways — recently held proofing scholarships to 70 portrait sessions and a body its fifth annual fundraiser fifth-grade students in Anne changes consultation. brunch, and the milestone Arundel County so students “I’m bringing fashion to year for the event proved that from financially challenged people’s front door,” she said. businesses and individuals families can interact and Coterie, a Boutique employees celebrated the shop’s fifth “I’m not just going to show up throughout Pasadena and enjoy the waterways around anniversary on March 8 with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended with a box and say, ‘Maybe you beyond strongly support the ClearShark H2O founders them; helped launch the first by customers and members of the business community. like it, maybe you don’t.’” ClearShark H2O mission. Nichole and Martin Bentz Environmental Literacy Film Clark travels to market- In fact, this was the biggest were thrilled that the fifth Festival in partnership with By Zach Sparks pared with Los Angeles, where places across the nation to year yet, according to Nichole annual brunch drew a crowd the Eco Action Club and Envi- she spent eight years working handpick clothing and ac- Bentz, co-founder and execu- of 300 to Two Rivers Steak & ronmental Literacy Program etail therapy — that’s for a corporate law firm. cessories that fit her clients’ tive director, who noted that Fish House for a morning of at Broadneck High School, how Coterie, a Boutique “The cool part is that older tastes. Her goal is to keep the brunch brought in 300 socializing and fundraising. featuring student-made short Rowner and fashion women are realizing what con- her store stocked with high- guests and exceeded its goal of films related to the environ- curator Bess Clark refers to temporary clothing is,” Clark quality items that are afford- topping last year’s fundrais- The brunch had a record ment; provided two $1,000 the process of shopping at said. “Our 50-and-over client able and stylish without being ing of $16,000. “The growth number of more than 20 cor- scholarships to two SPECIES her store. Since opening her base is expanding. Our clothes overly trendy. of the brunch helps sustain porate sponsors, the biggest of (Sparrows Point Educational business five years ago, Clark fit all ages, but it’s young and Looking toward the future the growth of the company,” which were Harbor Advisory Center in Environmental has steered women away from fresh. And it’s not missy.” of her business, Clark said it she said. “I feel like our mis- Group, immixGroup and Pro- Studies) students to continue the impulse buy and instead After celebrating Coterie’s will keep evolving but with the sion is being fulfilled: to save, phasys. Irresistible items up their environmental education swayed their attention to fifth anniversary with a same core mission of offering preserve and educate.” for claim in the live raffle in- in college and beyond; and clothing that fits their lifestyle ribbon cutting ceremony on contemporary clothing and a The funds raised from this cluded a drone, a Chesapeake sponsored the kids activity and shape. March 8, Clark reflected on shopping experience that is year’s brunch will further the Bay charter trip, a framed at PYY Marine’s open house, “As women, we have to do her journey. She opened her personalized, comfortable and growth of ClearShark H2O, oyster print by Kim Hovell allowing kids and even some hair, makeup, get the kids first shop on Mountain Road fair for the customer. which last year reached about and a Vera Bradley gift set. adults to enjoy painting oys- ready or feed the dog,” Clark in March 2014 and moved “We’ll never back down 5,000 children and invested Money from ticket sales and ter shells. said. “Getting dressed, you to the Magothy Gateway from having honesty and about $100,000 in the com- the raffle will help ClearShark Bentz expects that the want to look good, but it shopping center in June 2017, integrity and being the antith- munity. The event, which an- H2O continue to reach more success of the brunch will should take only five minutes.” welcoming more foot traffic. esis of retail,” Clark said. “I’m nually sells out in record time youth in the area and build mean ClearShark H2O will For five years, she has While business has grown, not here to rip people off.” and even generates a wait list, on its success from last year. have even more success in the brought contemporary wom- so have the challenges, such Her greatest success over took place at Two Rivers Steak In 2018 alone, the company coming year. “The more people en’s clothing to Anne Arundel as the expanding presence of the last five years is thriving & Fish House, which provided hired an education coordina- who are aware, the more peo- County, a market that was online retailers. in the age of online sales and a spread of food and bottom- tor, Bryan Comes; doubled ple are fulfilling our mission noticeably lacking when com- “I’m able to do what an »»Continued on A11 less drinks for all the guests. its reach of schools from 11 in the community,” she said. 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Check Out Our Chesapeake Evolve Northeast Dancing With The Stars Photo Galleries A cappella group heads Student-teacher pairs compete for a good cause. �� Log on to: to semifinals. �� Page B7 www.pasadenavoice.com �� Page B10 Pasadena Sports pasadena, MD Mar ch 20, 2019 B1 Lake Shore 12U’s Northeast Boys Slay On Rally For Title Win Eastern Shore, Fall In Region Final

The Lake Shore 12U’s rallied from 8 points down to beat Generals Highway 26-24 and finish the season undefeated.

By Colin Murphy Campbell’s game-winner and [email protected] allowed Lake Shore to finish Photos by Colin Murphy the game on a 10-0 run. Northeast seniors (l-r) Brennen Volkman, Brandon LeBarron and Keishon Thomas helped power Northeast into the 3A East he Lake Shore 12U girls Coached by Sam Campbell region final against Reservoir on March 8. The Eagles fell to the Gators, but not before captivating Pasadena and the basketball team was and Glenn Clayville, the Northeast community with a pair of wins over higher seeds Stephen Decatur and J.M. Bennett. Tin a good position to team won the county’s win the county league with Volunteer Division and held By Colin Murphy that,” said Northeast coach said O’Dea. “We were in a lot Olimade Ajayi and a 9-0 record going into its the opposition to 106 total [email protected] Roger O’Dea. “I hope they of our games all year.” Stephen Haley all finished final game. points in 10 wins. Against remember this feeling and Once the playoffs began, the game with 2 points Naturally, their last match three top teams in the league ne of the beautiful buy in next year throughout all the 3-seed Eagles did was each as Northeast executed was against second-place — Green Hornets, South things about high the season and the offseason, take the bracket and set it on their game plan mercilessly Generals Highway, which County and Cape — Lake Oschool sports is how and I think they will. I know fire. Northeast traveled all and played excellent team came into the game at 8-1 and Shore won by a combined much a team can improve they will.” the way to Stephen Decatur basketball. could have forced a three-way seven points, with all the in the course of just a few Getting to the region High School in Berlin, The Seahawks were playing tie for the title with a season- victories being secured in the months. A slow start or a final — the statewide Elite outside Ocean City — a 240- at home and had a twin- ending victory. final minute. midseason lull is not a death Eight — was an outcome no mile round trip — on March towers pairing of 6-foot-10- Fortunately for Lake Shore, Trakas led the team in sentence. Hit your stride at one would have predicted 4, and eviscerated the No. inch big men and a 6-foot-5- the 12U girls battled back offense, while Fox led the the right time, and you can when the playoffs began. 2 Seahawks in a 65-46 rout. inch point guard; Northeast’s from a 24-16 deficit with five defense with her shot-blocking rise to meet the big moments Northeast entered the Jaleel Petty connected on comparatively diminutive minutes to play to win 26-24 ability. DeCarli and Panzer on the postseason stage. postseason two games under four 3-pointers in the win roster largely relies on speed, on a last-second basket by also contributed mightily to Northeast boys basketball .500 at just 10-12, having and led all scorers with 16 passing, shooting and strong Rori Campbell and claim the Lake Shore’s defensive efforts lived it this winter. The endured a few struggles and points. Senior Brandon guard play. league championship. this year. Lyla Clayville is now Eagles’ season came to a few more close losses. LeBarron scored 12 points, “To come out there and The team ofRori a three-time county champion an end against a superb Therein was a hidden and junior Jaylin Albury do what we did to Stephen Campbell, Lyla Clayville, in A, B and C leagues with Reservoir High School team strength: Northeast had finished with 11 points, Decatur? I mean we just Julia Fox, Fiona Panzer, Lake Shore teams. in the 3A East region final played well even in defeats, 10 assists and 4 steals. booted them off the court Jayla Booher, Kristen Coach Clayville said the on March 8, as the host including a 56-55 loss to 4A Brennen Volkman also right from the start,” said DeCarli and Corinne determination of Lake Shore Gators ultimately scored a East finalist Meade. The 4A had a double-double with O’Dea. “We just really Trakas finished 10-0 on powered their comeback 70-56 win, but Northeast’s opposition slate of Meade, 10 points and 11 rebounds. pressured them, beat the season. win and ultimately their 12-13 overall record tells the Old Mill, Glen Burnie, Keishon Thomas scored 8 them by 20.” Trakas and Booher pressed championship. story of a team that fought Broadneck, Annapolis and points and had 4 rebounds, To keep the season alive, hard in the closing minutes of “Our girls said before through a loaded regular others — what O’Dea termed while Trent McNeill played the Eagles had to cross the final game, both making the game they did not season and came out ready to “the gauntlet” — hardened sensational defense and back over the Chesapeake critical steals. Clayville made want to share the title,” bust the tournament bracket. the Eagles into fearless finished the game with Bay Bridge less than 48 a game-tying basket with a said coach Clayville. “They “We got here this year, and competitors. 2 points, 4 steals and 4 hours later for a tilt with minute remaining that set up never gave up.” I hope they don’t settle for “It gets you battle-tested,” assists. Darrell Sheppard, »»Continued on B5 Panthers Wrestlers Shine At Counties, States

Panthers wrestlers accumulated a slew of top placements and awards this season. Collin Lewis (left) won a pair of state championships to go with his 12U county championship. Isaac Cicchetti (center left) was A league county champion at 60 lbs and the tournament’s Most Outstanding Wrestler. Makenzie Cardenas (center right) is the Panthers’ first-ever female state champion. Landon Szymanski (right) was runner up at 55 lbs at the A league county championships. The Panthers’ B team (far right) won the B league team county chamionship.

By Colin Murphy in the program and Maryland State Wrestling won the age/weight state the Panthers took fifth as was one of three female [email protected] give wrestlers ample Association Age/Weight championship as a 12U/105- a team. Cicchetti also won wrestlers for the Panthers practice time. State Championships at pounder and was likewise the Most Outstanding this season along with he Panthers wrestling Split across two squads, Showplace Arena over the Anne Arundel County Wrestler award for the Summer Mutschler program assembled the A and the B team, the February 23-24, and 12th as champion at 105 lbs, tournament — the latter and Emily Schreiber. Tits biggest team ever Panthers enjoyed extensive a team in age/weight. becoming the first Panther is a first such award for a Mutschler was third at the and turned in another success at the county and Leading the way for wrestler to achieve those Panther wrestler. Cicchetti county B championships strong season this winter state level in multiple large the Panthers was the three mantles in a single was runner-up in straight and third at 10U/60 lbs complete with an array wrestling meets. The B team unprecedented title season. Lewis was 61-2 weight at states and placed at age-weight states. of team and individual won the team county crown, trifecta achieved by overall on the season. third in age/weight. Cardenas and Mutschler accomplishments. placing first at the B League Collin Lewis. Lewis, 12, Fellow A-teamer Isaac Makenzie Cardenas, also were able to meet Almost 70 kids wrestled Anne Arundel County a five-year wrestler with Cicchetti, 8, won the 8, placed first at states as and get a picture with for the Panthers this Championship on February the Panthers, became the county championship at an 8U/75-lbs wrestler to Helen Maroulis, the season as the organization 17 at Arundel High School. first Panthers wrestler to 60 lbs in the A League achieve the distinction of American wrestler who has capitalized on its free mat The A team placed ninth out become a straight weight Anne Arundel County becoming the Panthers’ won gold medals at both nights it holds throughout of 88 teams in the straight state champion, which Championships at South first-ever female state the Olympics and world the year to build interest weight category at the he did at 105 lbs. He also River on March 3, where champion. Cardenas »»Continued on B4 B2 Mar ch 20, 2019 pasadena Voice Lake Shore 12U’s Lake Shore Basketball Honors U9 All-Star Girls Win Pair Of Titles

The next generation of girls hoopers in Pasadena convened for an All-Star game as Lake Shore Basketball staged an exhibition of the top U9 girls basketball players at Bodkin Elementary School on February 23. The White team of Kendel Groves, Kayle Grunder, Abbey Keller, Kara Disney, Molleigh Downey, Sierra Stecher, Bryn Callicoat, Elly The Lake Shore 12U boys basketball team won the Northeast Jackson and Ember Bontranger, coached by Steve Stecher and Joe Downey, played the Blue team of Carly Strevig, Eagles Classic and their county division. Sara Forman, Morgan Kiniry, Leah Williams, Annabelle Davis, Brooke Permisohn, Hailey Adams, Kennedy Lare, Savanna Strevig and Corinne Brandts, coached by Kim Lare and Ian Kiniry. By Colin Murphy defeated Crofton 23-8 [email protected] in the championship game of the Northeast Chalk up another Eagles Classic. successful season for Lake Shore finished PSC U9 Prime, U11 Bayern Boys Win Spring Tourney the Lake Shore 12U boys its season by going 12-3 basketball team. in county play, taking Coached by Bill Reil, first in their division. Mike Bieda and Obed The win column included Moreau, the team of memorable victories Daniel Monroe, Aaron over Broadneck, Glen Rhodes, Jack Rivera, Burnie, Harundale, PAL Caleb Moreau, Jack and Crofton. Bieda, Chase Bivens, Coach Reil was pleased Joshua Reil, Liam with the progress and McCone, Sam Barrett success of the group. and Jake Blanch “A few of these kids have punctuated its season with been on this team since a pair of championships. 8U, and by the end of the The first came over season everybody knew Presidents Day weekend, their role on the court and when the Lake Shore we started to gel at the boys went 3-1 overall and right time,” he said.

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Bucs 8U Boys Go Undefeated By Colin Murphy Jimmy Selig, Aidan the 11U Bucs, who they [email protected] Richter and Connor defeated 37-30. By Colin Murphy McAndrew, coached The following day, they [email protected] The Lake Shore 11U B by Keir Richter, Ryan defeated another Bucs 11U Dawgs boys basketball Herzberger and Doug team 36-20, putting them Smiles and fresh team secured all-important Sisson, went 3-1 at the into the championship for a white T-shirts covered a neighborhood bragging tournament, with all three rematch with Baker’s Lake collection of Bucs 8U boys rights with three wins wins coming against local Shore 11U’s. This time, the this winter as the Bucs 8U over local competition to competition. Dawgs grabbed an early lead Warriors earned a county win the championship The Dawgs lost their and held on through the championship with a 10-0 of the Northeast Eagles opening game on Saturday end, winning 18-11. county record. Classic over Presidents against Wiley Baker’s “The boys never gave up Playing together for a Day weekend. Lake Shore 11U A team, 25- this weekend and fought third season, the Bucs 8U The team ofKeller 21. From there, the Dawgs through some tough team of Austin Quick, Alex Herzberger, Ashton played in their regularly situations,” said coach Rivera, Brooks Burris, Martin, Brody Reeves, scheduled county game Richter. “I couldn’t be more Kaden Whittington, Luke Sitorius, Christian before coming back to proud of how they came Corey Malloy, Cash Spoone, Dylan Adams, tournament to play against together as a team.” Beck, Brandon Bessling, Justin Turner, Eli The Bucs went 10-0 in county play to win the league title. Ferguson and Tyler Smith put in hard work to go Bessling, who coached the kids with such heart and unbeaten throughout the team with assistant coaches determination to succeed. county season. Adam Smith, Josh Larkin All the kids left everything “The kids put in a lot of and Tony Harley. “They kids on the court and scrapped hard work, practicing two became good friends and and clawed for every loose days a week for two hours at hang out together outside ball and every shot and a time, then playing games of the gym. My perspective rebound. We played together on Saturday morning,” of the kids, I’ve never seen as a team and succeed said head coach Wayne or been around a group of as a team.”

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Lewis went 50-13 on region and state level. second at 8-1, with Hoover placed third the season. Chesapeake posted an Reese Russell, at 160, while Dion Bently Schmidt placed 11-3 regular season region Bryce Carleton, Ambrose placed third at 8U/65 lbs at age/ (L-R) Charlie Mutschler, Kyle Moran and Dalton Mitchell record that included an 8-3 Hunter Beck Chesapeake’s fourth at 152. weight states, and Beau were among several Panthers wrestlers to win county titles county record and wins over and Aiden Yost Victor Listorti Chase Listorti Schmidt was fifth at at the B league county championship meet. Northeast, Glen Burnie, all going 8-1; achieved the 10U/85 lbs. Beau Schmidt Annapolis, Severna Park, Rosenbloom going 7-1; and fastest fall of the county was also fourth at A team Charlie Mutschler, 9, Weatherstein, 7, was Patterson Mill, Arundel, Hoover, Chandler Booker and tournament, winning his counties and seventh at was county champion at the MSWA Future Champions North County, Broadneck, Richardson all going 7-2. quarterfinal match in 10 the straight weight state B county championships, (Novice) in his first year of Meade, Rockville and At the Hammon Dual seconds. Victor Listorti, in meet. Blake Jarmer, 13, helping the Panthers wrestling. Patuxent. A few of the wins Meet Tournament, the team winning the 145 title, won all placed second at the Cougar to the team title. Kyle David Beatty, 6, won came after long droughts; went 5-0 and placed second. three of his county matches Challenge at 115 lbs, fourth Moran, 7, placed first in in overtime in the 45 lbs the victory over Patterson Chase Listorti took first place; by fall and tied for the most at A team counties, sixth the 8U/70 lbs bracket at the semifinals at the B county Mill was the first ever for Hoover and Richardson both team points scored by anyone at 14U/110 lbs at age/ B county championships championships and finished Chesapeake against that took second place; and Victor in the tournament. weight states, second at and finished the season as the county’s runner-up school, while the win over Listorti took third place. As a team, Chesapeake age/weight state qualifiers, 24-5 overall and atop the in helping his team to the North County was the first The Cougars’ overall record combined for the most and was a straight weight podium as county champ. championship. Jaksyn for Chesapeake since 2008 qualified the team for the pins and tech falls with states qualifier.Hunter Hunter Singer, 6, was Elliott placed second at and the win over Broadneck regional duals for the first 20 total. Beck placed fifth Wargo went undefeated county champion at 57 B counties, and Bryce was the first for Chesapeake time since 2004, where they at 170. Yost placed fifth at in county matches pounds and also placed Schmidt also placed since 2012. advanced to the semifinals 120. Adam Taifouri placed throughout the season, first at the Camp Barnes second at B counties. Overall, Chesapeake before falling to Atholton. seventh at 107. was runner-up at counties Tournament in Delaware. Brooks Singer, 4, placed went an impressive 27-5 as At the county Having qualified for the at 50 lbs and runner-up Dominic Crocetti, 8, third in the Matt Morrow a team. This mark included championships at Arundel region meet, Victor Listorti at straight weight states. was county champion at Tournament at Northeast in an 8-0 performance at in February, the team scored and Chase Listorti went on Landon Szymanski, 9, 8U/60 lbs at the B county his first year of competitive the Frederick Clash at the 150.5 points to place fifth, the to finish third and fourth, was runner-up at 55 lbs tournament. Nathan wrestling. Lucas Coliseum Tournament and highest point total since 2007 respectively, at regions to at A counties and seventh Ray was also a champion Barchanowicz placed first an 8-1 record at the Rockville and highest county placing qualify for states, and they place at the Maryland State for the Panthers at the B at the Bel Air Brawl. Karson Rumble. In Frederick, Victor since 2008. were the only two Cougars Junior League wrestling county championships. Rebstock placed fourth Listorti and Chase Listorti Victor Listorti, a to advance to the state meet. championship on March 10 Dalton Mitchell placed at counties. both went 8-0; while DJ sophomore, led the way for Both underclassmen, neither at Mount Saint Joseph’s. first at counties.Scotty Coach Carl Cicchetti Hoover, AJ Richardson, Chesapeake, winning the placed at states, but both Wyatt Thompson was Githens, 14, was county spoke proudly of the Bryce Carleton and Jacob county championship at 145 won two matches at the fifth at counties at 55 lbs champion as a first-year Panthers’ most successful Rosenbloom went 7-1. Chase lbs and making it through the state meet. and eighth in the straight wrestler in the B county season so far and said the weight state competition. championships’ 14U/107- program continues to grow Quin Greenstreet (55 lbs bracket. Jackson in strength and number. lbs), Dylan Ritter (90 lbs) Blauciak, 6, placed first “We keep moving in and Cameron Cannaday in the 6U/65 lbs bracket the right direction and (96 lbs) all placed sixth at B counties. Trevor getting better and better at counties. Braddox Webb progressed steadily every year,” said Cicchetti. Pisano (70 lbs) and Logan throughout the season and “I am very proud of my 8349 Ritchie Highway Harris (100 lbs) placed got extra practices with the boys and girls for the Pasadena, MD 21122 seventh at counties. River A team before sweeping effort they continue to put Thompson placed eighth the competition at B forth and can’t wait to see in the A league county counties to place first in what the future holds for championships. the 80 lbs bracket. Devin our program.”

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Against there and get two wins on Compete At States the Clippers, Northeast the Eastern Shore shows a lot rebounded from a slow start about how we came together and overcame a late deficit to at the end of the season, win on a last-second basket because it seems every year by Albury, who drove the one of the Pasadena teams is lane, put up a floater that going down there and losing, missed, grabbed his own so to change that feels nice.” rebound and laid it back Albury said the team in for a momentous and was unburdened by high thrilling 61-59 win. expectations. “We come out down 6-0 to “We weren’t supposed to Bennett, and then we turn be here. Nobody expected us around and go on an 8-0 run, to be here,” Albury said. “I Three Eagle wrestlers excelled enough throughout the didn’t lose the lead until the don’t even think our school county season and at the county tournament to qualify last minute, battled through Photos by Colin Murphy expected us to be here. After for the region tournament and eventually make it some adversity with some Starters Trent McNeill (left) and Jaylin Albury return every game we won, they through to the state tournament. (L-R) Northeast’s calls down there and came along with swingman Jaleel Petty for Northeast next were surprised that we got Billy Katzenberger, Jayden Mason and Thomas Gargano out on top,” said O’Dea. “It season. “We’ve got a bright future, and we’re going to that far.” all went on to compete at the state championship meet. shows it takes a lot of effort.” continue the culture,” said Albury. Thomas said the team had LeBarron scored 11 points the resiliency to overcome a in the first quarter, 17 in the in the first half andKaden the court at the final buzzer, subpar season last year and first half and finished with a Toler hit another two. the region title theirs for the trials throughout this year to Next Gen: Football Youths team-high 21. Thomas “put The thing is, Northeast first time since 2013. band together. the team on his back,” in still was right there to win “This game shows them “Last season we really did the second half, said O’Dea, it. The Eagles hung in the the intensity on defense not have a good season,” Get Head Start Through scoring 11 of his 13 points game much to the annoyance they need to play with,” he said. “My senior year after halftime, including of the Gators, making a said O’Dea. “We need to now and how we played Pasadena Football two 3-pointers in the fourth nuisance of themselves at play a little bit harder every now, I really love it, because quarter. Albury’s 12 points every turn and refusing to possession. We can’t take everybody started to become included the game-winning go down. Twice they battled any possession off. They had a family. We all bought in. basket and came with 6 back from double-digit too many weapons, and they We had some loose bolts, but assists. Volkman scored 10 deficits to claw to within hit their shots, so you’ve we definitely tightened them points to go with 7 rebounds. eight or seven points in the got to give credit where up during playoffs. That McNeill, a sophomore starter, third and fourth quarters. credit is due.” really carried us to win those played strong defense again Petty sparked the team with Northeast’s story was cut two games. We’ve got good and contributed four assists, two triples in the fourth a little short, but the Eagles’ teammates, and we all help while Sheppard and Ajayi quarter that cut the lead to accomplishments are in each other bring good energy both came off the bench to eight points, while LeBarron the books. to the games, and that’s what contribute 2 points apiece. scored a team-high 14 LeBarron, who finished helped us get this far.” Over the past several seasons, Pasadena Football Having traveled 368 total points on an array of nifty tied with Will Clark (NHS With starters Albury Club has merged the interests of the Panthers, Bucs and miles to achieve two wins, drives and floaters. Albury ’16) for the school’s single- and McNeill returning and Chargers to create a fuller and stronger youth football the Eagles were running on (10 points), Thomas (10) season record for 3-pointers the pipeline of Northeast experience for Pasadena’s kids. fumes by the time they were and Volkman (8) shared a with 63, said the well-worn basketball continuing to That effort extends to the youngest levels, in which kids going for their third win of balanced scoring load, and tale of Pasadena teams going strengthen, the Eagles have as young as 3 play touch football, which has been well- the week at Reservoir on McNeill scored 4 points on to the Eastern Shore to die confidence they could be received with local parents. To meet demand and interest, March 8. The Gators were a two dazzling layups in the was a point of pride for this celebrating a trip to the this winter Pasadena Football put together a Fundamentals complete team and, frankly, fourth quarter. year’s Eagles. state’s Final Four one of of Football camp over three separate weekends spanning superior. Athletic forward Reservoir eventually “I think that every year these years coming up. February and March at All Seasons Gym in Millersville. Josh Odunowo had a career closed it out — the Northeast or Chesapeake “For the seniors, I’m going Three more sessions will be held this spring. Interested night with 29 points, 23 atmosphere of the home gym team goes down to Stephen to miss them a lot,” said parties can contact Chris Katzenberger at ck13ck@aol. rebounds and 5 blocks, while was positively lit throughout Decatur or Bennett, and they Albury. “We’ve got a bright com and/or visit the Pasadena Chargers Facebook page for sophomore sharpshooter the night, and the Gator always lose,” said LeBarron. future, and we’re going to updates on the next series of football sessions. Aria Ameli hit five 3-pointers crowd spilled gleefully onto “[Decatur and Bennett] continue the culture.”

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Above: There are currently 31 student members of Chesapeake High School’s FIRST Robotics team.Top Right: The CHS FIRST Robotics team built a robot that weighs roughly 125 pounds. Bottom Right: A few students from the FIRST Robotics team are involved with a project printing 3D prosthetic hands for children.

By Maya Pottiger This year, the theme is “Destination: Deep CHS’ robotics team has qualified for the dis- must win in both the quarterfinals and semifi- Space.” The playing field features two rockets, trict championship for seven consecutive years. nals to make it to the finals, which take place at ince January, Chesapeake High School’s a cargo ship and a habitat. The objective is for The team has also made it eight times to the the end of April. robotics team has been gearing up for this teams to place hatch panels on the rockets and FIRST championship, where teams from around The competitions are streamed online, and the Syear’s FIRST Robotics competition season. cargo ship, load cargo into both and then return the world compete. full schedule is available at www.thebluealliance. Leading up to the competitions is an intense to the habitat. There are two rounds of district competitions, com/event/2019mdowi. six-week period of researching, designing, build- “We should do very well,” said the team’s gen- which are March 16-17 and March 23-24. After Now in its 12th season, the robotics club has ing and testing the robot. eral manager, Rodney Milley. that, teams compete in the playoffs where they »»Continued on B7 Area Scouts Complete Projects To Earn Prestigious Eagle Rank

Tim Keller Dominick Duncan - Troop 855 Aaron Nguyen - Troop 857 By Judy Tacyn im Keller started scouting By Judy Tacyn Tin first grade at Monsignor ominick Duncan and Slade Catholic School in Glen DAaron Nguyen first Burnie. Seven years later, the met at Oak Hill Elementary Pasadena resident is the latest School in Severna Park and scout to earn the prestigious were both first-graders when Eagle rank from Troop 855, they joined the school’s Boy based out of St. Martin’s-in- Scout troop. Now freshmen the-Field in Severna Park. at Northeast and Severna Keller, a freshman at Mount Park high schools, respec- Saint Joseph High School in Photo by Judy Tacyn tively, the longtime friends Baltimore, planned to carry a For their Eagle projects, Aaron Nguyen (right) built and stood together to receive Tim Keller (center, right) was joined by sister Hope, mom heavy class schedule. “I installed a wheelchair-accessible table for the Cisco Center, and their Eagle Scout pins at Our Kerri and father Hans during his Court of Honor ceremony. »»Continued on B8 Dominick Duncan installed benches outside Magothy UMC. »»Continued on B8 pasadena voice March 20, 2019 B7 Northeast High School Students, Teachers Dance For A Cause By Maya Pottiger who wants to get involved with Ellie’s Bus and what we Northeast High School stand for.” students, teachers and ad- There are three dance ministrators came together companies at NHS — senior, on March 7 for the second junior and boys — and they annual Dancing with the all contributed. In addition Stars: Teacher Edition. Ten to the 10 students who vol- student-teacher pairs com- unteered to be the experts, peted in front of a panel of the other 23 members of the student judges to be crowned dance company organized the winner. the event. “These types of events are “I really try to make it a important to both the school student-led type of concert,” and community because it Sibley said. “I think it’s builds a tight relationship important for them because between the community and that’s really the idea of the school,” said Northeast At Northeast High School’s third annual Dancing with the Stars: Teacher Edition, 10 the benefit concert is that Principal Jason Williams. “I student-teacher pairs performed to raise funds that will benefit Ellie’s Bus. we’re doing something that think that this event, in par- impacts our community that ticular, is significant because by a student and a teacher.” which raised roughly $1,800, other half supporting the Holly Holman, assistant really gives back. I really try it was the study and perfor- Nearly 250 people gathered half of which will be do- dance company. principal, and senior to have them do the entire mance of an art form done to watch the competition, nated to Ellie’s Bus with the “I wanted to pick an orga- Logan Farmer won both thing so they really learn the nization that could directly the judge’s choice and value of that.” affect our community,” said audience choice votes. Next year, Sibley hopes Meredith Sibley, director of to amp up the competition CHS Robotics Begins Competition Season the school’s dance company. Ellie’s Bus after their daugh- between the teachers and »»Continued from B6 idea,” Long said. “I think [Ellie’s Bus] was ter passed away in 2015, at- continue benefiting new CHS Robotics grown from 13 students to its Though only in his first year something our high school tended the event, and Sherry organizations. Students 3D Print current 31 members. Chesa- as a freshman on the team, students could relate to, served as a guest judge. “The students know it’s Prosthetic Hand peake’s team allows students Evan Hilder said he appreciates so it mattered to them to “Ellie passed away more a lot of hard work, but I from other schools to join, so the commitment from every- give back.” than three years ago, so to can tell that at the end of it At Chesapeake High this year’s team includes two one involved and can already Ellie’s Bus is an organiza- know that her memory and they’re pleased with their School, a handful of students from North County apply this knowledge toward tion that spreads positive her legacy continues to live hard work, because of the students on the robot- High School. his future. mental health education and on is very meaningful for feedback we receive, that the ics team have been “Their dedication to the “Being on robotics is prepar- suicide awareness. Larry and us,” Larry said. “Obviously teachers had fun, the com- involved with a proj- team, their dedication to the ing me for my future by provid- Sherry Leikin, who started we’re honored by anybody munity had fun,” Sibley said. ect that is 3D print- game; they are all-in,” Milley ing a hands-on experience that ing prosthetic hands said. “Their dedication is very will help me achieve my goal of for children. inspiring and keeps bringing graduating college and becom- Dancing With The Stars: Teacher Edition The school is current- us mentors back.” ing an engineer,” Hilder said. ly looking to partner Kate O’Sullivan, a senior, FIRST Robotics currently First Place government teacher sophomore with e-NABLE, a global said she considers the robotics has $80 million in scholarship • Holly Holman, • Delaney Hatfield, senior — ‘90s Hip-Hop Mix volunteer networking team to be her second family money available to students. assistant principal — “Nutcracker” and Third Place looking to “give the because of the amount of time “They get real-world experi- • Logan Farmer, senior “Sicko Mode” Mix • Jeremy Milligan, world a helping hand.” members spend together. By ence in the industry they want — Cardi B Mix • Theresa Gatlin, criminal chemistry and “We have printed out the end of the season, Milley to go into,” Milley said. “It Second Place (Tie) justice and government astronomy teacher two prosthetic hands estimates the team logs collec- looks good on a resume to be • Matthew Friesen, teacher • Deven Fuller, senior for children, and now tive 12,000 hours between the a FIRST Robotics student and AP psychology and • Kayla Kroneberger, — “Down” by Marian Hill we’re going through the 31 teammates. helps you get to the next level.” process of getting the “We work together hundreds organization to approve of hours during the season, them so we can get and the fact that we are all still these hands to the chil- so close after a highly stressful dren that need them,” season is a miracle,” O’Sullivan said Rodney Milley, said. “It shows the strength of BENFIELD general manager of the the bond people create on this school’s robotics team. team, and how much we all SportsCenter The students work- care about both each other and ing on this project are the engineering cause.”a . 41 100 inspired seeing how Trent Long, a junior, said they are able to help a he enjoys robotics because Benfield Sports Center child who doesn’t have a it allows him to learn things hand be able to func- “a typical high schooler” tion, Milley said. wouldn’t learn. 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The younger scouts in Severna Park in Febru- church greatly respect him started high school,” he as we begin our most sacred fire pit, thanks to Tim and really look up to him.” ary as the newest mem- and his ministry despite said, “so I started planning celebration outdoors around his Boy Scout troop.” Keller is patrol leader of bers of Boy Scout Troop the fact that he is just mid-June of 2018.” the fire pit,” he said. At Keller’s Court of Honor the Bulldogs patrol. Brooks 857 to earn the coveted 14 years old and growing For his Eagle project, Keller collected donations ceremony, Scoutmaster Jim called Keller “an inspiration Eagle Rank. into manhood.” Keller combined his faith to purchase gravel, land- Brooks praised Keller for his to the younger members of Scoutmaster Schelly Tay- Sitting in the front row, and his family to come up scape tarps and concrete for dedication to scouting and his patrol, especially related lor announced the call to Dominick’s great-grand- with a plan to build a fire the job. After two months of growth from Cub to Eagle. to STEM and merit badge order before more than 100 parents dabbed tear-filled pit at his parish, Our Lady planning and gathering sup- “I’ve had a lot of fun activities. He has taken the friends, family members eyes. “I am the first person of the Chesapeake Catholic plies, 20 scouts completed watching Tim grow from initiative on several occa- and fellow scouts gathered in my family to achieve Church in Pasadena. the project over two days a kid who was happy to sions to create opportuni- to honor the teens. this honor,” Duncan said, Tim Janiszewski, pas- last August. Janiszewski follow, to a confident scout ties for him and his peers to When Duncan came to “so it’s pretty special.” toral associate for youth said the fire pit has already who took up the leadership earn advancement.” the podium, he shared a For Renee Burton, Domi- ministry at Our Lady of the been put to good use. mantle really well,” Brooks Keller also serves as the story of seeing an el- nick’s great-grandmother, Chesapeake, said the youth “There’s something special said. “He’s taken on every troop webmaster respon- derly man at his church the recognition followed group will huddle around about sitting around a fire challenge and requirement sible for maintaining the — Magothy United years of supporting Domi- the fire pit for cookouts and that encourages people to with zest. He has a person- website, and he’s in charge Methodist on Mountain nick’s scouting goals. “I of creating and editing a Road in Pasadena — who am just so proud of him,” weekly electronic troop had difficulty walking Burton said. “He’s over- newsletter. the campus grounds. For come so much.” Blessing Hopes To Bring Good Fortune “Leadership in the troop his Eagle project, Duncan For his Eagle project, »»Continued from B6 person the best instructor said of the fair. “We have ev- got me out of my comfort chose to build and in- Nguyen chose to build and we think academics, it’s they can be.” erything from snow cone ma- zone; being a leader in stall two sitting benches and install a wheelchair- important to think about For students to get the chines to three-legged races. scouting is fun and hard at along a pathway to the accessible outdoor table the holistic aspect of a child most out of their learning It’s like a carnival affair.” the same time,” Keller said. church’s chapel. for the Cisco Center, which and letting them shine by experience, Blessing said With all of those ele- “Sometimes it’s hard to cor- “I thought it would be specializes in working showing off their passions,” George Fox will emphasize ments, Blessing believes ral the younger scouts, but I helpful for people who with students diagnosed Blessing said. meeting their “diverse learn- George Fox will be a welcom- also enjoy the role of mentor couldn’t walk as easily as with autism, developmen- To enable student success, ing styles and preferences.” ing place where students or helper. I like to help them I can to have a place to tal disabilities, speech or Blessing said she wants to be But school needs to be fun want to learn. work their way through sit, relax, and just kind of language disorders, and transparent and give teach- too, she said. “We have to allow our scouting.” enjoy the outdoors,” Dun- learning disabilities in ers the tools and support Blessing enjoyed seeing students to guide our focus,” Keller’s leadership is also can said. “With the help Severna Park. they need. kids decked out in semifor- Blessing said. “They are our recognized by his faith of my troop, we were able Cisco Nochera, executive “I value that I can leave mal attire for the Valentine’s due north, our compass, community. to build the benches in director and founder of the my door open to communi- dance, and she eagerly awaits which is something [for- “Tim is new to our youth one day and carry them to Cisco Center Foundation, cation,” she said. “If there’s the eighth-grade promotion mer principal] Russ Austin ministry this year as a their installation spot the met Nguyen as a 3-year- something good [a teacher] ceremony and the Fox Fair, started. We want there to be freshman, but he is already next day.” old. “He was always a very wants me to see or if there’s which is held in June. a joy in teaching and a joy in a leader in his small group The Rev. Martin T. sweet and caring child who a problem, I want to help be- “That’s probably the big- learning. We want everyone and often is a guiding Brooks, pastor of Magothy always looked out for oth- cause we want to make each gest event at George Fox,” she to enjoy coming to school.” force in our discussions,” United Methodist Church, ers,” Nochera said. “This Janiszewski said. “He has praised Duncan for the characteristic has contin- an outstanding character. creation of the benches, ued to this day. He reached Subscribe to our mailing list He is not afraid to speak but added that Duncan out to me on his own and for our monthly coupons! his mind but always does provides leadership in offered to give back in the Plaza Garibaldi garibaldi4you.com/subscribe so with respect. 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By Maya Pottiger have a lot of people who he star-studded slate of 70-plus tries, including filmmaking. “Truth in Storytelling” is inte- come out to see the band films at the 2019 Annapolis Film “We’re living in a time where truth grated into every aspect of this year’s ack when Chesapeake just because they know I’m TFestival (AFF) runs festival, beginning with Bay Middle School from Pasadena,” Messenger March 21-24 and includes the selection of films. Bwas Bayview Middle said. “It’s a big community, world premieres, emerging Eighteen narratives, 20 School, David Messenger but you still run into and artists, industry guests, and documentaries, and 46 was in the eighth-grade see all those people that the work of multiple awards. shorts are divided into putting together his you saw years ago.” Standing on the shoulders eight genres: LGBTQ, first band. On March 22, Radio of their esteemed careers in military, boating, youth Now, Messenger still per- Graffiti will play its 201st the storytelling industry, audience (high school), forms at locations around show at Twain’s Tavern. festival co-founders Patti African-American Pasadena with his band Messenger remembers White and Lee Anderson interest, Jewish inter- Radio Graffiti. playing at the venue when inaugurated AFF in 2013 est, women/ “You still see a lot of it was Bamboo Bernie’s. with the intention of offer- #MeToo/#TimesUp, and those same faces you saw “They were full-on ing a diversity of films from foreign — and every when you were a kid. We »»Continued on B11 around the world one of them is brim- that inspire a ming with transparen- diversity of con- cy. The participation of versations. While moderators, emerging the festival’s Based on the real-life story that students, filmmakers, popularity and happened on and off the actors and directors, as respect continue historically cold streets of well as interactive panel to increase, so Cincinnati, “The Public” — discussion, is also inter- does its ability to written, directed by and starring woven into the creative bring the com- Emilio Estevez — kicks off the programming. Howev- munity together, seventh annual Annapolis Film er, the interesting and a momentum Festival on opening night. mind-opening dialogue Anderson has independent films often mindfully ob- catalyze remains to be served the past needs to be para- an audience favorite throughout the seven years. mount because it’s four-day festival weekend. “At a time a very hard time “Independent cinema is a whole when the world sometimes seems for people to decipher what is the different thing,” explained Anderson, very divisive and divided, we believe truth,” Anderson said. “We have to referring to how there are important that [the festival] has actually helped rely on the journalists and the story- stories that are not being told and bring people together in a really posi- tellers to actually show us and tell us independent film festivals offer the tive way,” shared Anderson, a Pasa- where the truth lies. For that reason, opportunity of visibility. “And we re- dena resident. we wanted to value the contributions ally need that more than ever.” This year’s theme, “Truth in Story- of storytellers this year in honor of »»Continued on B12 Student Talent Stands Out At Mountain Road Library’s Art Exhibit By Maya Pottiger that feeling of really being that reflect the concepts displayed at different a true artist and hav- and skills students venues instead of just he event space at the ing their work out where learned in her class. being hung up at school,” Mountain Road Li- many people can see it.” “It’s important to show O’Boyle said. “It shows Tbrary the community is full of what our students color this are learning about month. Art and creating in teachers at art classes across four local the county.” Photo courtesy of Joe Messenger elementary At Lake Shore schools Elementary, art — Bod- teacher Gigi King- kin, Lake Haan searches Shore, through piles from Not Worth The Chase: Pasadena her 15 art and Jacobsville — chose classes to student work, divided up see what “Cold Pursuit” wall space and are display- catches ing a variety of artwork. her eye. Heather Roddy, an art King-Haan teacher at Jacobsville Ele- said the mentary, chose work from art show all grade levels, but she allows the tried to highlight students commu- who hadn’t been spotlight- nity to see ed before. She also chose students’ work from students who art the way demonstrate the school’s they see it. ROAR values: responsible, “It is organized, achieving and important respectful. to display “It gives them a feeling artwork of accomplishment to have out in their work on display in a the com- public place,” said Roddy, Karen O’Boyle, an art student work in the munity to help the stu- who coordinated Art in teacher at Pasadena El- community because they dents feel like part of the Photo courtesy of Summit Entertainment our Schools. “It gives them ementary, chooses pieces need to see their artwork »»Continued on B12 “Cold Pursuit” felt overly ambitious, attempting to make social commentary with a rather scatter-gun approach.

By Audrey Ruppert an award as Citizen of the Chesapeake’s Evolve Headed To ICHSA Semifinal Year. Coxman lives a rather old Pursuit,” Liam mundane, everyday existence By Maya Pottiger Brisentine said. “It felt like Neeson’s newest plowing the streets of Kehoe, this year that it was time “Cblockbuster, has a snowy ski town, until his hink “High School because I knew they could been met with controversy son is caught up in a drug Musical” meets handle it, and I knew they due to his comments while deal and is killed. Driven T“Pitch Perfect.” wanted to handle it.” promoting the film. The mad with revenge, Coxman Evolve, Chesapeake High Evolve will perform three central theme of the movie embarks on a one-man mis- School’s a cappella group, is songs at the semifinals: is revenge, and Neeson sion to kill those responsible, heading to the International “What About Us” by P!nk, infamously commented that but he accidentally sparks a Championship for High “Grown” by Little Mix and he related to his character war between two rival drug School A Cappella (ICHSA) “Remember” by Seinabo Sey. because he once wished for gangs, one white and one Na- semifinals on March 23. Brisentine arranged revenge after a black man tive American, and inadver- The ICHSA, made popular the songs himself. When sexually assaulted a friend tently causes the deaths of by “Pitch Perfect,” includes choosing what to perform, of his (he later realized he several dozen people. groups from the United he sought input from the had made a stupid mistake). The film is an adaptation States and the United Clockwise from top left: Evolve members to make Intrigued, I decided to watch of the Scandinavian film Kingdom. After placing Junior Lia Bagley, sure they were onboard and “Cold Pursuit” and see if the “In Order of Disappear- first in the quarterfinals, sophomore Alex Brown and in a majority. weight of such a statement ance,” and is directed by the Evolve will compete against senior Abby Shakan are “[The music] has to be fun was backed by an equally original Norwegian direc- seven other groups in the among the 15 members of and in your face and people weighty film. Unfortunately, I tor. Scandinavian media semifinals. the a cappella group Evolve. have to be able to dance to was rather disappointed. is famous for being dark, “I’ve never had a group of it,” Brisentine said. “Cold Pursuit” had so much crime-oriented and punc- kids that works as hard as to succeed.” “These kids are musi- In addition to coming potential. It follows Nels Cox- tuated with black comedy these 15 kids do,” said Mi- Now in its third year as cally talented, and they in first place, Evolve also man (Liam Neeson), a snow (think “Girl with the Dragon chael Brisentine, the choral a program, this is Evolve’s really, really care about each won Best Choreography at plow driver who recently won »»Continued on B12 director at CHS. “They want first year competing. other and what they do,” »»Continued on B11 pasadena voice March 20, 2019 B11 Dining Out Classic Menu, New Interior Design At Romilo’s

By Mary Cobbler take our drink orders. offer would be on the The restaurant special- sauce — there wasn’t Feeling hungry and in izes in several types of a lot of it, and it could the mood for something food, so I’d determined have used more flavor. delizioso? Check out the that I wanted to try some- More seasoning and more newly renovated Romilo’s thing Greek, something sauce would have gone a Restaurant & Bar — lo- Italian, and some kind of long way. The freshness cated in the Robinson seafood when I arrived. of the dough, however, Crossing shopping center I asked Alex for some along with the hearty — for scrumptious Greek, recommendations and he toppings, still allowed me Italian, American and offered a few fan favorites to give this pizza a solid seafood cuisine. for us to choose from, in- A and enjoy it for dinner I was intrigued when I cluding a crab pretzel. I’m and breakfast again the heard that the new owner a sucker for a good crab next morning. had renovated the facil- pretzel, so I went with We wrapped up the ity. When my family and that. The crab pretzel was meal by enjoying a large I showed up for a dinner thick and warm, chewy cannoli filled with a de- around 7:00pm on Mon- on the outside and soft on lectable, fresh cream fill- day night, I immediately the inside, smothered in a Photo by Mary Cobbler ing and chocolate chips. noticed the modern beiges thick layer of creamy crab Romilo’s Restaurant & Bar in Severna Park has an extensive list of pizza choices. You may have already and light grays on the dip, jam-packed with crab tried Romilo’s, but with walls and seating, the meat, topped with melted I ordered a pizza to share. yogurt sauce. The sweet- realized it was just as I the variety of dishes brighter lighting, and the cheeses and dusted with It was hard to choose our ness and chill of the sauce remembered from years it offers, I bet you can updated window treat- Old Bay. What a delicious entrees, however, because mingled with the warm, ago — a thick, chewy find something new and ments designed to allow start to the meal. there were so many to spiced meat like a flavor- crust and a gooey layer of delicious to have for natural light to flood It can be hard to find choose from! packed work of art. This melded cheeses. Romilo’s dinner this week. Check into the restaurant. My a good gyro sandwich in The gyro was the real was technically my hus- really nailed the crispi- out the new interior, and kids happily settled into Severna Park, so my hus- star of the show. Thick band’s meal, but I couldn’t ness of the crust edges take a trip to Greece, the clean, roomy booths band was excited to order slices of tender, savory resist sneaking bites off along with the thicker, Italy, or just stay here in and began coloring. Our the gyro platter. I remem- meat lay nestled inside a his plate. softer interior of the Severna Park. Whatever waiter, Alex, showed up bered having some great thick, toasty pita, drizzled I was thrilled when pizza overall. The only you choose, you won’t be almost immediately to pizza here in the past, so with a cool cucumber- I tasted the pizza and real criticism I could disappointed. Messenger Plays All Over The Radio Dial Evolve Headed To ICHSA Semifinal »»Continued from B10 paying the bills. Messenger performs a variety of music »»Continued from B10 The students are “very something else going on, rock shows there,” Messen- briefly moved to Gettysburg, ranging from current artists quarterfinals. aware that this is an ag- we make sure they’re OK ger said. “Not necessarily Pennsylvania, in 2005 where like Lady Gaga and Thomas “It has to be clean,” Bris- gregate” effort, Brisentine and that everybody gets people dancing but just in he was a music director for a Rhett to ‘80s artists like entine said. “Most of the said. Their hard work what they need so they can front of the stage having a church. Messenger was also Prince and Tom Petty. time, everyone in the back through Evolve transcends perform better.” good time.” battling Crohn’s disease, “The premise behind Radio is acting like one entity, out of rehearsal: they hang Evolve will perform in Through his music career, which “really got me out of Graffiti: If you look at the and then the soloist is in out “all the time,” Casey the International Cham- Messenger has played in a pursuing that music dream logo, there’s a radio dial at front of them doing their said, and support one an- pionship for High School variety of bands at venues all and put me into a career the bottom. We’re all over the own thing.” other in many aspects. A Cappella semifinals on over Maryland. Some of his of finance.” radio dial,” Messenger said. Students are challenged “We’re always there for March 23 in Allendale, favorite performances were “I had kind of gotten away Now Messenger works for through Evolve, which is a each other. We all have New Jersey. If the group at Hammerjacks in Baltimore from myself. I wasn’t per- Douglas Realty in Pasadena. draw for many. each other’s backs,” Shap- places first, the singers and The Bayou in Wash- forming or anything,” Mes- He plays 25 to 30 shows “I wanted to try some- pell said. “If there’s a will move on to the finals ington, D.C. senger said. “I transitioned with Radio Graffiti through- thing harder,” said junior problem, if someone has in New York. “I saw a career in it,” Mes- back here to Maryland and out the year. Chris Shappell, who joined senger said. “I put a lot of ran into a couple of my old “It’s very well-rounded at Evolve in August. “I have things on hold and chased buddies and decided to put this point with the versatil- people I can enjoy myself that allusive record contract Radio Graffiti together.” ity of the music that we can with and have fun and be until I was about 25.” Radio Graffiti played its do,” Messenger said. “We able to do harder music.” After graduating from first show in 2011. Since really like one another and Senior Valerie Casey, who • Loyalty Rewards Program Chesapeake High School, then, it has seen members enjoy playing. Music has joined Evolve in its inaugu- Messenger went to trade rotate in and out, but the kept me grounded and out ral year, echoed Shappell’s • Manicure & Pedicure Specials school and got a license to current lineup features Rick of trouble.” desire to become a bet- • Offer Full Service Waxing cut hair. While attempting to Fleischmann on drums and Radio Graffiti plays at ter musician. • Dipping Powder Available make a career out of music, vocals, Eric Forste on bass, Twain’s Tavern on Friday, “Everybody in this group Messenger worked at several and Tambo on vocals and March 22, at 10:00pm. It will works really hard,” Casey places including Rumors Sa- percussion. be the band’s 201st perfor- said. “Everybody is really lon and Giant. Considered a “high-energy mance. For future dates, visit kind. Everybody is willing However, music wasn’t dance band,” Radio Graffiti www.radiograffitiband.com. to put in effort.”

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We are present- community,” King-Haan dent work being collected families.” Tattoo”). “Fargo” proved with one drug gang of Native ed with the opportunity to said. “It also brings the so they feel special and Roughly 15 to 25 pieces that some American media Americans who feel wronged learn something, or at least community together, and understand how impor- are on display from each can capture this aesthetic, by the white ski-travelers walk away with some kind of they see students from tant it is. school. A large variety but “Cold Pursuit” felt like a and businessmen who have resolved message at the end all the different schools “Having art displayed of media are on display, clumsy translation. At times, taken over the town, but of the movie, but are instead displayed together, which in the community helps including collages, paint- the dialogue was stilted and their plight doesn’t receive left with a directionless mess. shows that we as teachers, others get an inside view ings, pastel work, marker underdeveloped, particularly enough focus to leave a last- It wasn’t all bad, though. even though our work is into our classrooms,” and colored pencil. that of Kehoe’s two (utterly ing impression. We have one Tom Bateman, who plays different, come together Cockcroft said. “Having “They see that their useless) police officers; I bumbling, clueless old cop “Viking,” the white drug as one community.” the chance to have one’s work is not necessarily found myself wondering if and another ambitious mil- lord, is compelling and hate- Bodkin art teacher Jac- art on display at a public just for doing a project the nuances of the original lennial cop who (in a rather worthy, the living embodi- lyn Cockcroft sets aside event is like the soccer that we’re doing at school, didn’t quite make it into non-millennial fashion) ment of entitled, misogynis- pieces throughout the player going to a playoff but it is used for some- English. The landscape and wants to arrest everyone tic, racist smarminess. Brock year to have them on hand game. It’s an opportu- times a bigger purpose,” scenery was certainly cold who uses drugs — was this Coxman (William Forsythe), when it’s time to select nity to show off the many Roddy said. “It gives them but not quite as chilling as supposed to be some sort of Nels’ brother, is married to artwork for a showcase. great artists we have a sense of what comes af- last year’s Native American commentary on the war on a small angry Asian woman Cockcroft said she likes to at the elementary level ter your work is finished.” crime drama, “Wind River.” drugs? If so, it wasn’t clear. with a pink suitcase who The “funny” notes just don’t Heavy-handed metaphors positively channels my land and often come off as continually slap us in the face mother and is probably the bizarre rather than humor- and feel forced and contrived only funny part of the film. Seventh Annual Annapolis Film Festival ous. The film, while dark, rather than powerful. Worst The relationship between Vi- »»Continued from B10 ens us because we’re not with different points of doesn’t nearly reach the de- of all is the fact that this king’s son and Nels is oddly After 27 years in the just a face.” view,” Anderson sum- pravity of other drug dramas film had serious potential to satisfying to watch. The business, Anderson is Carefully curated and marized, “but we hope like “Breaking Bad.” We’re show the true devastation of problem with “Cold Pursuit” convinced that storytelling culturally aware, the 2019 everybody will come with left with wish-wash that hatred, revenge and bigotry, was not the acting; it was the is what connects commu- AFF should deliver another an open mind and an falls somewhere between and vindicate Neeson for his direction. nities, because each of us experience where viewers open heart.” black and comedy while comments. So many people Despite my criticisms, the has our own story. “It’s the are able to respectfully hear To fully appreciate the missing both marks. die unnecessarily due to hate film is a thoroughly enter- communal thing that puts new and diverse perspec- variety of happenings, view “Cold Pursuit” felt overly and prejudice, but the deaths taining watch, even if it isn’t us around the proverbial tives for the purpose of film trailers and purchase ambitious, attempting to in “Cold Pursuit” don’t leave memorable. This is definitely campfire and warms us up,” collective growth. tickets, visit www.annapol- make social commentary enough of an impact for a worth watching once the she elaborated. “It soft- “We bring strong voices isfilmfestival.com. with a rather scatter-gun modern, desensitized audi- Netflix release comes out.

SEMINAR SPEAKER BWELL SEMINAR SERIES: Breathe In, Breathe Out: Stuart Jacobs, MD STAYING HEALTHY WITH COPD Pulmonologist, University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Wednesday, March 27, 2019 6:30 pm

Leo & Lysbeth Courtney Conference Center, 8th Floor UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center 301 Hospital Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21061

Join UM BWMC Pulmonologist, Stuart Jacobs, MD, as he offers insight on how to manage obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on a day-to-day basis and slow the progression of the disease. Treatment options will be discussed and a question and answer session will follow.

Pre-registration is required by calling 410-787-4367 or visiting umbwmc.org/copdtalk2019.