Ocean Pines sanitary users continue to save money

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Ocean Pines sanitary users continue to save money

For the thirteenth consecutive year, the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has exempted residents in the Ocean Pines Sanitary Service Area (SSA) from paying the $5.00 monthly charge into the Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund (BRF). This exemption will result in an annual savings of $60 per household in the Ocean Pines SSA. Commonly referred to as the Flush Fee, the BRF is a dedicated fund financed by residents and businesses served by wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) throughout the State of Maryland. The fee was signed into law in 2004 with Senate Bill 320, and the first fees were charged in 2005. BRF funds are used to upgrade publicly-owned WWTPs throughout Maryland, with enhanced nutrient removal (ENR) technology to reduce nutrient discharges to the state’s waterways. The BRF began at $2.50 per month per household, or per equivalent dwelling unit (EDU), starting on July 1, 2005 and increased to $5.00 per month on July 1, 2012. Onsite septic system users throughout the state began paying a similar $5.00 fee per month in 2012 as well, with funds used to upgrade failing septic systems in the Critical Areas with Best Available Technology for nutrient reduction. “I want to personally thank Deputy Director John Ross for his leadership role and Ocean Pines Chief Plant Operator Dominic Ross and his staff for their outstanding work efforts to continually achieve this exemption for the Ocean Pines ratepayers over the last 12 years,” Public Works Director John Tustin said. The Ocean Pines WWTP is equipped with ENR technology, meeting the criteria for the fee exemption, which requires a maximum effluent concentration of 3 milligrams per liter (mg/l) of total nitrogen and 0.3 mg/l total phosphorous, and setting the standard throughout the state for environmental stewardship. “The Ocean Pines WWTP has met the criteria for exemption each year since the BRF was enacted in 2005, resulting in an overall savings of roughly $540 per household and a total savings of $4.4 million to the Ocean Pines SSA residents and businesses since inception of the fee,” Enterprise Fund Controller Jessica Wilson said. BRF exemptions are valid for one year and must be renewed annually.

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Volume 18 Number 26

Making the sales - Girl Scout Troop #736 sold Girl Scout cookies at the Ocean City Boat Show in the Ocean City Convention Center. Above are Mary Ann Butler, Junior Troop #730 and Colleen Rutledge as they entered the Convention Center. Photo by Anna Foultz.

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Monday

Ocean Pines Poker Club Poker players wanted in Ocean Pines area for Monday evenings. Call 410208-1928.

Italian festival scheduled

If you are a local resident or visiting the area on Saturday, March 24, you are invited to stop by St. Andrews Catholic Church located at 144th St. in Ocean City for Italian food, music and fun. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. The Sons and Daughters of Italy Ocean City Lodge 2474 created the annual festival to raise money for local charities and for scholarships to local high school students. In the past, the lodge has donated monies to G.O.L.D of Worcester County, The Justin House in Bethany Beach, Diakonia, Home of the Brave and St Luke’s Catholic Church. Also, each year three students of Italian decent receive $1,500 scholarships each. Attendees can purchase authentic Italian specialties of ravioli with meatballs or sausage, meatball and sausage subs, homemade minestrone soup, zeppole, cannoli, and homemade desserts. While dining, attendees will be treated to the music of the “Mario Monaldi Band.” In addition, they will have the opportunity to bid on prizes in a silent auction and to win gift baskets. Children’s’ games will also be available. During the last seven years, the lodge has donated over $16,000 to charities across the region and $25,000 for scholarships.

Craft club to meet

The next meeting of the Pine’eer Craft Club is Thursday, March 15 at the Ocean Pines Community Center. The meeting begins at 10 a.m. The craft for the month is Eastern treat baskets for Meals on Wheels. Guests are welcome. For more information call Barb at 410-208-2944.

Safe boating course offered

Ocean City Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons, will present America’s Boating Course. The boating course will be given at the Ocean Pines library. The first class will begin on March 26. This is a nine-hour course and will be given on four consecutive days starting on Monday, March 26 and continuing on March 27, 28 and 29. This includes a review and exam on the last day. On the first day registration will be at 6 p.m. followed by the class starting at 6:30 p.m. the same

Sweet Adelines The Delmarva Sweet Adeline Chorus meets from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Ocean Pines Community Center. Call 410641-6876.

Monday/Tuesday

Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge Open bridge games Monday at 12 p.m., Tuesday at 10 a.m. at OP Community Center. Call Mary Stover 410726-1795.

Tuesday

Casino trip planned

The public is invited to join members of the Ocean Pines Boat Club on their Thursday, April 19 bus trip to the Harrington Casino. The cost is $20 per person which includes $15 Slot Play and a $7 food voucher good towards the lunch buffet. The luxury bus will leave from the Ocean Pines Yacht Club parking lot at 10 a.m. and return at about 5 p.m. Seating is limited to the first 56 reservations. If interested, please contact Tom or Barbara Southwell at 410 / 641-5456.

evening. The course will be from 6:30 p.m. to 9p.m. each evening. There is a minimal $15 fee for the course and material. Middle School and High School students are free. Anyone born after July 1, 1972 must satisfactorily complete a safe boating class to operate a recreational vessel or personal watercraft in the State of Maryland. Successfully taking this class also satisfies the requirements for Delaware, Virginia and Pennsylvania. This course covers basic boat handling, navigation, federal and state regulations, rules of the road, aids to navigation, required equipment and much more.

Families Anonymous From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at room 37 in the the Community Church at Ocean Pines on Rte. 589. For more information call Carol at 410-208-4515.

Tuesday/Thursday

Poker Players wanted for Gentalmen's Poker in North Gate area Ocean Pines.Game played every Tuesday & Thursday evening 5:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.on Pinehurst Rd.Ocean Pines. Call 410-208-0063 for more information.

Wednesday

Kiwanis Club Meeting Weekly meetings at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays in the Ocean Pines Community Center. Doors open 7 a.m.

Elks Bingo Ocean City Elks in Ocean City (behind Fenwick Inn) open at 5:30 p.m. Early birds at 6:30 and bingo at 7 p.m. Call 410-250-2645.

Rotary Club Ocean City/Berlin Rotary Club meetings are held at 5:45 p.m. at the Captains Table in Ocean City. Contact [email protected].

The importance of safe boating education is emphasized by the U.S. Coast Guard Recreational Boating Statistics, which reveal that nationwide between 2015 to 2016 deaths have increased by 12% to 701 and the number of accidents increased by 7.3% to 4,463. For more information and a recommended early registration call 410641-6535 or 410-641-8040.

Wor-Wic offers courses for gifted students

Parents of gifted and talented children entering the third through

Square Dancing The Pinesteppers have introduction to square dancing at the OP Community Center at 7 p.m. Call Bruce Barrett at 410-208-6777.

AL-Anon/OP-West OC-Berlin Wednesday Night Bayside Beginnings Al-Anon family meetings are held at the Ocean Pines Community Center at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday

Story Time Stories, music and crafts at 10:30 a.m. for children ages 3-5 at Ocean Pines library. Call 410-208-4014.

Beach Singles Beach Singles 45 for Happy Hour at Harpoon Hanna’s at 4 p.m. Call Arlene at 302-436-9577 or Kate at 410524-0649 for more activities. BeachSingles.org.

Legion Bingo American Legion in Ocean City opens doors at 5:30 p.m., games begin at 7. For information call 410-289-3166.

Gamblers Anonymous Group meets at 8 p.m. at the Atlantic Club, 11827 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City. Call 888-424-3577 for help.

Friday

Knights of Columbus Bingo Bingo will be held behind St. Luke’s Church, 100th St. in Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments available. Call 410-524-7994.

First Saturday

Creative Writing Forum Every first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Berlin Library. Novice and established writers gather to share their fiction, non-fiction, and creative writing projects. Program includes critiques and appreciation, market leads, and writing exercises.

ninth grades in the fall of 2018 can register their children for Summer Scholars courses being offered at Wor-Wic Community College this summer. New courses being offered include “Circuitry & Soldering,” “Envirothon,” “Imagination Investigation,” “Mixing of Minds – Science in Art,” “Discovering Drones,” “Sport Science,” “It’s All About the Beat – Acoustic Engineering” and “MultiMedia Design.” Other courses focus on 3-D printing, acting, computer repair, cooking, crime scene investigation, mysteries, origami, photography, rockets and robots, stop

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AGH Foundation receives donation

Math competition

Four members of the Worcester Prep Middle School MathCounts team competed in the regional competition on Saturday, February 24, in Baltimore. One WPS team member, 8th grader Ayush Batra, advanced to the state competition for the second consecutive year to be held at Johns Hopkins University on March 17. Above: The WPS Middle School MathCounts Team (L-R) 6th grader Vanesska Hall, 6th grader Carson Rayne, 7th grader Sajiv Satyal, 8th grader Ayush Batra and WPS MathCounts leader and math teacher, Kathy Fahey.

An event record of $130,000 was funds; Worcester Youth and Family raised in support of this year’s Hal Counseling Services, Inc., Rebecca and Glick Distinguished Service Award Leighton Moore Child and Adolescent Gala, to be distributed amongst local Behavioral Health Unit at PRMC, and charities. As one of the annual recipients, Atlantic General Hospital Foundation received a $9,000 donation from this year’s gala. The Glick Award started in 2010 with the recognition of Hal Glick, the pioneering Ocean City realtor. The next year, the award began bearing Glick’s name, and has ever since. Over the last eight years, philanthropists have been recognized in Glick’s name for their support of local From left: Jeff Thaler of Temple Bat Yam, Tammy community non-profits, includ- Patrick, Development Officer of AGH Foundation, ing Atlantic General Hospital. Michael Franklin, CEO and president of Atlantic Reese Cropper III, the 2017 General Hospital, and Reese Cropper, III, 2017 recipient of the Hal Glick Dis- Hal Glick Award Recipient. tinguished Service Award, bestowed this year’s award funds, giving The Jesse Klump Suicide Awareness a moving speech on suicide prevention Prevention Program. “We at Atlantic General Hospital and awareness. In addition to the annual recipients are honored to be one of the two charAGH Foundation and Temple Bat ities to receive an annual donation at Yam, three local charities were chosen this event,” stated Michael Franklin, by Cropper among which to distribute President and CEO of AGH.

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Countries around the world emphasize the importance of educating their young people. In spite of the importance of education, not every locality has the same level of resources for the people in need. Some countries excel at educating their young people, You Did w... and their policies may conKno tribute to the higher rates of high school graduation. The following is a ranking of countries with the highest high school graduation rates (or applicable equivalent), courtesy of data compiled by Insider Monkey. 1. Portugal: 96% 2. Slovenia: 96% 3. Finland: 95% 4. Japan: 95% 5. United Kingdom: 92% 6. Ireland: 91% 7. Norway: 91% 8. New Zealand: 90% 9. Switzerland: 90% 10. Iceland: 89%

First responders awards night scheduled

Synepuxent Post will celebrate the 99th birthday of the American Legion with its First Responders Awards night on March 14 at the post located at 2308 Philadelphia Avenue in Ocean City. The American Legion was founded on March 15, 1919 in Paris, France following World War I. The Legion will present First Responders Awards to several police officers, EMT personnel and firefighters throughout Worcester County. There will be a meet and greet at 5 p.m., a complimentary traditional American Legion Dinner at 5:30 p.m. and the awards program at 6 p.m. The public is invited. Dinner reservations are required. Call Commander Tom Wengert at 443-994-2513 or Adjutant Paul Hawkins at 443-523-2973 no later than March 12.

Event to benefit shelter

WOC Fitness located at 12319 Ocean Gateway in West Ocean City will hold a Bike-a-thon on Sunday, March 11 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with proceeds benefiting the cats and dogs at Worcester County Humane Society. With a $10 donation, eventgoers can reserve a Star Track Bike and with a $15 donation a Life Fitness IC6. WOC Fitness requests participants to bring a donation of pet food or cleaning supplies for the no kill shelter. DJ Jeremy will be spinning the tunes. Call or text Bonnie at 410-2512459 to reserve your spot. There are only 24 bikes available. The Worcester County Humane Society is a private, nonprofit; no-kill animal shelter that currently houses nearly 150 cats and 25 dogs. Follow the shelter on Facebook and Instagram for available pets and events.

Chamber to host annual expo

The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will hold the 8th Annual Chamber Business Expo on Thursday, March 16, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the new event space at Ocean Downs please see expo on page 15

Optimist Club Recognizes Essay Winners

The Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club recently announced the winners of the 2018 Essay Contest. Fran Pilarski, club essay chair introduced the winners at a club meeting. The children ‘s essays were on the topic “Can society function without respect’. Over 50 students participated in the contest. Pictured left to right are Charles Smith, club president: Lydia Woodley from Stephen Decatur High School, 1st place; Izzy Huber, Worcester Prep, 2nd place and Hannah Short, Most Blessed Sacrament, 3rd place; and Fran Pilarski, chairperson.

Humane Society to host fundraiser

On Thursday, March 8, Worcester County Humane Society will hold its first “Wags and Whiskers” Thirty-One Bingo fundraiser. The event will be held at the Ocean Pines Community Center Assateague Room. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the homeless dogs and cats at the no kill shelter. When it’s game time, participants will have multiple chances to win official Thirty-One Bingo items. The bingo games will run from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eventgoers must be 18 or older. Advance tickets are $25 for 20 regular games for Thirty-One bags full of goodies and gift cards. There will be two special Bingo games for an additional small fee. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a Chinese auction and raffle boards for additional items and prizes as well as food and beverage available for purchase. Other vendors such as LulaRoe and Pampered Chef will also be at the event. “Whether a person comes alone or brings a group of friends, the event offers a fun atmosphere of fellowship for all,” said Diana Snyder, Event Chair. Tickets will be available at the door the night of the event for $30.

For advance tickets contact Diana Snyder 443-987-2870 or Mary Martinez 410-382-2661. Advance tickets are also available for purchase at Worcester County Humane Society 12330 Eagles Nest Road in Berlin.

Diabetes support group to meet

The Diabetes Support Group will meet from 7 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 12 in the Avery W. Hall Educational Center auditorium on the Peninsula Regional campus. The session this month will include a talk about healthy eating on a budget, with registered dietitian Tamara Giles. Whether you, a member of your family or a friend has diabetes, participating in a support group can and will assist you in coping with the concerns the disease brings. Presentations include information on how to better manage and live with diabetes. For more information about the support group meetings or if you have questions about diabetes, please call the Peninsula Regional Diabetes Education Program at 410-543-7061.

My wife remembers everything. Everything. From time to time my wife and I will go to the furniture store. It’s not that we’re looking to buy something in particular; it’s more to get

that their mother had quite a good memory and that they should not attempt to circumvent or parse something she had told them regardless of how far in the past the conversation occurred. One or two of them may have tried once or twice to pull a fast one By Chip Bertino but they eventually gave up when they realized the [email protected] consequence to such behavior just wasn’t worth ideas on how we might like, some- it. How many times do you really day, to refurnish a particular room. want to joust with a windmill? It Such was the case on a Saturday not took one of the children a little too long ago when, not really having longer to answer that question. else to do, we ventured out to sevDespite the multiple gigabyte eral different stores. memory at my wife’s disposal she At one of the stores that we’ve possesses an instinct, or maybe betbeen to multiple times over the ter described as a personality trait, years, my wife was interested in that is just as powerful: the ability to looking once again at furniture we forget things that are not all that imliked for our family room. Just after portant or the stupid things her huswe passed through the front door band has done over the years. my wife took off at a deliberate pace. Although I don’t want to provide too It took me several moments and a many examples to illustrate this rather athletic vault over an ot- point for fear of charging up the toman to catch up with her. spousal memory banks, one or two “Where are you going?” I asked. are probably in order. Still looking and heading forward Not long after our first child was she replied, “To the furniture we born I completely forgot that a parliked.” She honed in on that furni- ticular Sunday in May would be my ture that we had last seen a couple wife’s first Mother’s Day. It’s not months ago like a heat seeking mis- like I forgot the day. Oh, no! I resile. When she finally came to a membered to get a gift for my stop, and I had reached her, gasping mother and grandmother but comfor breath, she was a little perturbed pletely forgot my wife. It wasn’t it wasn’t there. Fortunately it had until a couple days later when the been moved just a few feet away to deafening silence around the house another gallery. became too much to bear that I So where am I going with this? learned of my mistake. To her Well, it never ceases to amaze me credit once I realized my utter stuthe memory capability possessed by pidity and insensitivity I’ve not my wife. The fact that she can recall heard of this oversight again. exactly where some furniture was Then there was the time when I situated in a store we hadn’t visited bought a new car without consulting in a couple months is just the tip of her. It was a really nice car and I the iceberg. It’s when she remem- was excited to bring it home and bers conversations that took place show her. Let’s just say that fortuyears ago that her talent is illumi- nately for me the front seat reclined nated in full color. She remembers and it was a comfortable place to just about everything or at the very sleep for a few nights. She has never least has a convincing way of mak- brought this episode up again. Also, ing me believe that I don’t remem- I’ve not purchased anything of conber as much as she does. That could sequence since that episode without be true. Maybe. To be sure I had spousal consultation. forgotten about the furniture we liked and the store for that matter. Our children learned early on

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How empty-nesters can transform their homes

After bringing home a bubbly baby boy or girl, it can be hard for parents to imagine that a day will come when their kids are off to college and then onto their own apartment or house. After spending decades nurturing and caring for children, parents are then left with a suddenly quiet house and probably much more time to spare. If saying goodbye to the kids also means extra house, there is the option to downsize or make that extra space more useful. Homeowners who choose to stay put can renovate vacant rooms into spaces that meet their newfound needs. Hobby haven: If you have always meant to set up a crafting room, homebrewing station or an artist’s studio, now is an ideal time to do just that.

Figure out which supplies you will need and begin reworking that former bedroom into a new sanctuary for leisure interests.

Guest suite: If you have never had a spare bedroom to entertain guests, a child’s former bedroom can fit the bill. It may not be that difficult to transform such spaces into relaxing and inviting rooms for overnight guests. Be sure there is at least a queen-sized bed and a dresser or chest of drawers to stash belongings. Select paint colors and linens in neutral tones so the room will be inviting to guests. Living room redo: When there is an entire soccer team coming over to hang out, that large sectional sofa or modular seating may be ideal. Now that the kids are out of the house and their friends are no longer coming over please see nesters on page 15

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Donation - Star Charities President and founder Anna Foultz, along with several

of her volunteers, presented a check for $5,345 on March 2 to Jeff Merritt, president and founder of “Operation We Care.“ The organization uses its funds for Care Packages to the military overseas and Wounded Warrior Support, in addition to other charitable causes related to our military and law enforcement. The money was raised through a Star Charities Beef and Beer fundraiser held in January. From left: Sandy McAbee, Lee Tilghman, Mary Evans, Jeff Merritt, Anna Foultz, and Sue Walker. Photo by Ted Page.

Governor announces funding for children, youth funding


Worcester County to get just over 1%

Governor Larry Hogan has announced that his administration has awarded a total of $2,687,169 in Internet Crimes Against Children grants, in federal Title II Formula Program grants, and state School Safety Enforcement funding. These grants will be distributed by the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention to 96 agencies statewide to be utilized through FY 2018. “Our administration is committed

to helping all victims of these horrific crimes, especially the most vulnerable among us, which means making sure professionals are able to deliver the best services possible,” said Governor Hogan. “We all must work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our children, and these grants will help to do just that.” These award programs help empower communities by supporting reform in Maryland’s juvenile justice system and bolstering school safety please see funding on page 15

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Summer program for children to be held at Wor-Wic

The on-campus child development center at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury is accepting registrations now through May 18 for Camp Jordan, a summer day camp program for children from five through 12 years old that runs from June 18 through August 24. Camp Jordan features a different theme for each week and consists of instructional, indoor and outdoor activities. Parents can register their children for all 10 weeks or choose which weeks work best for them. The children have an opportunity

to learn about air travel, animals, art, food preparation, gardening, health and fitness, history, holidays, golf and technology. Activities include computer games, cooking, swimming and “show and tell.” Age-appropriate field trips and water activities are also offered. Weekly programs run Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.worwic.edu or call the child development center at 410-334-2962.

RWWC to host dinner meeting

The Republican Women of Worcester County will host a special March dinner meeting on Thursday, March 22, at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin. The speaker will be Nicolee Ambrose, a Republican grassroots activist, political commentator and statewide elected Republican National Committeewoman for Maryland. Nicolee represents Maryland to the Republican National Committee (RNC), where she is one of three votes from Maryland on issues deciding the future of the national Republican Party. The cost of the dinner is $40 per person and there is a choice of Crab Cake or Filet Mignon. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited. To make your reservation and/or for more information, please contact Ann Lutz at [email protected] or at 410-208-9767.

Donations - On February 18, Hooters in West Ocean City held a NASCAR event where eventgoers brought cash donations as well as cat/dog food and other pet supplies for the Worcester County Humane Society (WCHS). Pictured are (l. to r.) WCHS volunteer Yvonne Blimline, Hooters employee and event organizer Terry Weems, and Diana Snyder (WCHS volunteer)

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The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department invites Ocean Pines residents to register for its summer day camp, Camp Ocean Pines, and its extension of summer day camp, Camp Endless Summer. “If your idea of summer camp is limited to telling stories around campfires, think again,” said Ocean Pines Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer. “Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department fuses traditional camp experiences with a splash of fun that is unique to its summer camp program.” Summer day camps are held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway. Registration for Ocean Pines residents is now

available. Non-residents will be able to register starting Monday, March 12. Registration information is available online at www.OceanPines.org and at the Community Center. Camp Ocean Pines, held June 18Aug. 17, costs $150 per week for resi-

dents and $175 for non-residents who are registered for the five-days-a-week camp, and costs $110 for residents and $135 for non-residents who are registered for the three-days-a-week camp. please see camp on page 15

Milestone - Second grade students at class Ocean City Elementary School collected canned goods for their 100th day of school project. They collected over 600 canned goods to donate to Our Daily Bread, a local soup kitchen. Pictured: Second grade teacher, Abby Harrison and her class with volunteer Jan Faust from Our Daily Bread.

Healthy reasons to head to your coffee shop

One of the most widely consumed substances in the world, caffeine is found in varying amounts in coffee, tea, chocolate, soda, and energy drinks. According to the marketing experts at Brandon Gaille, the United States leads the world in caffeine consumption, taking in around 970 tons every year. The majority of that caffeine is consumed in the form of coffee. Although too much caffeine has been linked to increased anxiety, insomnia and restlessness, those cups of Joe actually may have positive health benefits when enjoyed in moderation. The National Institutes of Health advises that, since coffee beans are loaded with protective compounds, they can help deliver caffeine in healthy ways. When consumed in coffee, caffeine may help prevent certain diseases. Caffeine, which is a mild stimulant by nature, has been linked to lower risks of Alzheimer’s disease. The NIH also says caffeine may lower a person’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease and other dementias, while also boosting concentration and memory. The biologically active compounds in coffee also can help prevent diseases like stroke and certain cancers. The research study, “Adenosine,

Adenosine Receptors and the Actions of Caffeine,” first published in February 1995, states that caffeine blocks an inhibitory neurotransmitter called adenosine. When this occurs, the amount of other neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and dopamine, can increase. This can improve the firing of neurons, leading to improvements in mood, memory, energy, and general cognitive function. For individuals looking to shed a little extra weight, caffeine may help there, too. Several studies show that caffeine can boost metabolic rate by three to 11 percent, according to Healthline. Coffee, which boasts the vitamins B2, B5, B3, manganese, and potassium, delivers caffeine and can be part of a nutritious diet and successful weight-management regimen. People prone to headaches and recurrent pain may find caffeine can help them manage those symptoms. Caffeine is one of the main ingredients in some pain relievers. The University of Georgia also has found that a moderate dose of caffeine (roughly that found in two cups of coffee) can reduce post-workout pain by up to 48 percent. What is more, The Journal of the American Medical Association notes that, when caffeine is combined with please see cof fee on page 11

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Eyes on the Skies

An engagement ring and a beehive By Douglas Hemmick, Ph.D.

The first binocular target for March is an asterism, a star formation called the “engagement ring.” The formation includes Polaris - the North Star. Stargazers likely know that the North Star is located within “the Little Bear,” at the tip of his tail. This constellation frequently is called the Little Dipper rather than its formal name Ursa Minor. The engagement ring is a circular pattern of stars, with the brightest member, the North Star, resembling a gleaming solitaire diamond. Stars of the ring form a loop about a half-degree wide, appearing above and slightly to the west of Polaris. The engagement ring group of stars is classified as an asterism. It should be noted that asterisms differ from star clusters — the latter containing all of its member stars “born” together in the same region and timeframe. For asterisms, the “apparent” proximity of the stars results from a chance alignment rather than actual physical closeness. The stars of an asterism may be quite remote from one another. The easiest way to find the engagement ring is to first locate the Big Dipper in the constellation Ursa Major, the Great Bear. Looking towards the northern skies, the Big Dipper appears very prominently to the north of Leo. Imagine a line following the two outer stars of the dipper’s bowl pointing to the North Star, as shown in the dia-

gram. Hobbyists likely know that the North Star remains in its same location all year long, while its nearby celestial partners rotate to new positions, circling around it. For this reason, the engagement ring can be seen through-

out the entire year, making its slow circle about Polaris. The second target for March is the Beehive Cluster (M44) located in the late winter to spring constellation Cancer the Crab. Although Cancer is a faint constellation, binoculars may bring this beautiful cluster into view . Stargazers may spot up to 10 fairly conspicuous stars spread over a region of about one degree wide. Those with

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Working in healthcare means hand as he took his final breath. being present for the most signifi“The family expressed how gratecant milestones in people’s lives, ful they were for Shannon’s compasfrom birth to the end of life. It isn’t sion and for providing them with so always an easy experience, but the many opportunities, from the essenbest nurses, like tial ability to commuShannon Flood, nicate with the RN, of Peninsula hospital while he was Regional Medical in critical condition Center’s Intensive to most importantly Care Unit, have the ensuring that he had compassion it a dignified death with takes to get famihis wife holding his lies through tough hand as he left this times. For her carworld.” ing, she has earned For making such a the Daisy Award difference in the lives for Extraordinary she touches, Flood Nurses. was honored with the Shannon Flood Flood was carDaisy Award in a cering for a critically emony before her ill patient in the ICU. The patient’s colleagues. She received a certificate wife didn’t have a cell phone and commending her for being an exlived two hours away. Flood brought traordinary nurse. The certificate in a prepaid phone of her own for reads: “In deep appreciation of all the wife in order to keep her up to you do, who you are, and the indate on the patient’s very serious credibly meaningful difference you condition. make in the lives of so many peoWhen the wife made the decision ple.” She was also presented with to allow her husband to pass, Flood fresh flowers on behalf of the Peninrealized how hard it was for her. A sula Regional Medical staff, and a fellow nurse who nominated Flood sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, for the award wrote, “I observed hand-carved by artists of the Shona Shannon, who as the patient’s heart Tribe in Zimbabwe. To nominate an slowed down, took the wife by the exceptional nurse, visit www.peninhand with the utmost compassion, sula.org/DaisyAward and share a and gently led her to him, and story. placed her hand in her husband’s

Pines anglers to meet

The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will meet on Saturday, March 10, 9:30 a.m. in the Ocean Pines library. The speaker will be Bryan Mullins who focuses on using technology to improve fishing success. Bryan will be accompanied by his wife Mary to present “Beautiful Ocean City,” a short video showing amazing scenes of the Ocean City area during fishing trips. cof fee from page 8

other pain relievers, only 40 percent of the other drug was needed to provide the same level of efficacy. Coffee and caffeine provide various health benefits and can be beneficial when consumed in moderation. Anyone who wants to alter their caffeine consumption should do so gradually to see how their body reacts to the changes.

Then they will show lures and set ups that anglers can use when they fish for flounder this spring. Bryon will pass around examples as Mary explains them. Finally, Bryan will briefly go over some fishing locations based on his research which should give attendees what they need to be successful when the fish arrive around April. All are welcome. Letters sent to The Courier for publication consideration must be signed and include a telephone number where the author can be reached to verify authenticity, if necessary. Letters are not corrected for spelling or grammar and priority will be given to letters of 300 words or less. Letters must be received by Friday at 5 p.m. They can be e-mailed to:

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very powerful binoculars and good steady hands could spot more than a dozen stars in this rich, tightly packed cluster. The Beehive is located along the “highway” of the planets, known as the “ecliptic.” Because of this, as the planets slowly trace out their orbits, each will eventually appear within this rich cluster of stars. One might note that the planets are much closer, but from the stargazer’s viewpoint they align with M44. In ancient times, the Beehive Cluster was seen the naked eye with sightings recorded by the ancient Chinese, early Greek and Roman observers, including Hipparchus and Ptolemy. With fewer modern distractions the ancients focussed more on the skies. making them keener observers. M44 is among the closest star clusters to Earth at about 577 lightyears away. In September 2012 two exoplanets were discovered within it. For stargazers checking the early March skies, the show begins with the planet Venus. As the sun sets at about 6 p.m., look for the dazzling planet hovering over the western horizon. Be sure to look quickly, as the bright planet slips towards the horizon and might be difficult to spy after 6:30 p.m. As the early March sky grows dark at about 7:00 PM, Orion appears prominently, well above the southern horizon. The great hunter will be surrounded by his usual companions, Taurus the Bull to the northwest, Gemini the Twins to the northeast, and the brilliant Sirius to the southeast. Leo the Lion is majestically anticipating the arrival of spring and is seen rising in the eastern sky. Cancer the Crab is to the east of Gemini. Finding the Beehive may require a bit of “scanning,” as one follows a line from the star Regulus in Leo to Pollux in Gemini with the star cluster located about halfway between. Daylight Saving time begins on March 11th, and this changes things a little for the observer. Clocks should be set forward one hour, so all of the observation times will “jump” forward by the same interval. The planet Mercury is available during March, yet is always an elusive target. Perhaps the best opportunity comes on March 17th when the small planet appears about 4 degrees north of Venus. There is a brief window between about 7:00 and 7:30 PM (daylight time) when the two might be seen over the western horizon. Binoculars are needed help to pick out the dim planet Mercury, but this task requires some luck. Wishing good luck and clear skies to all stargazers.

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STEM summer programs applications available

Worcester County Economic Development (WCED) is now accepting applications for the 2018 STEM summer enrichment programs. These programs provide exceptional opportunities for Worcester County students ages 12 to 24 to explore local career paths. The application process is competitive, and applications are available o n l i n e at www.chooseworcester.org/STEM. The deadline for NASA internships is March 1, with applicants to apply online at www.nasa.gov. The deadline for all other internship programs is March 31, though early registration is encouraged for top internship placement consideration. “Our program connects local STEM businesses with our future workforce,” WCED Deputy Director Kathryn Gordon said. “We show Worcester County

students that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers are available right here in their backyards.” The Reach for the Stars STEM Camp is an eight-day computer science and engineering summer program offering instruction by engineers from NASA and the private sector, in conjunction with a team of qualified educators. Offered at The Red Doors Community Center on 3rd Street in Ocean City, it is open to students enrolled in grades 6-8 in the 2017/2018 school year. “Our STEM camp, leadership cohort, and internship program are recognized by community businesses and entrepreneurs as a workforce development pipeline that offers them the opportunity to home-grow their future

Author Dr. James Allen Hall will read from his second and most recent book, “I Liked You Better Before I Knew You So Well,” on Wednesday, March 21, at 7 p.m., in Room 302 of Fulton-Owen Hall at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury.

Hall is an associate professor of English and director of the Rose O’Neill Literary House at Washington College in Chestertown. This event is sponsored by WorWic’s honors program. For more information, call 410-334-2866.

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Hospice fundraising event planned

The annual Taste of Finer Things will take place on Wednesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Harrison’s Harbor Watch in Ocean City, and reservations are now being accepted. The event benefits the campaign to build The Macky & Pam Stansell House of Coastal Hospice at the Ocean. The event showcases the food offerings of 16 local restaurants and also offers wines that pair with the appetizers. Participating restaurants include Atlantic Hotel, Barn 34, Captain’s Table, Crabs to Go, Desserts by Rita, DRY 85, Embers/BLU, Harrison’s Harbor Watch, Hooked, Macky’s Bayside Bar & Grill, OC Wasabi, Seacrets, Sunset Grille, Sweet Disposition, Touch of Italy, and Wockenfuss. Lauren Glick will provide live entertainment. “This wonderful evening is a chance for lovers of fine food and fine wine to sample some of the best the Ocean City area has to offer and know they’re supporting a great cause – Coastal Hospice,” Stephanie Meehan, chairperson for the event, said. “The setting overlooking the Ocean City inlet at sunset couldn’t be more perfect.” The event raises funds for the capital campaign to build The Macky & Pam Stansell House of Coastal Hospice at the Ocean, a hospice residence and outreach center coming to Ocean Pines. Over the years, Taste of Finer Things has raised more than $190,000 to fund the campaign to build the facility. Reservations are $100 per person and can be made at CoastalHospice.org/Taste. The event sold out quickly in both 2016 and 2017, so early reservations are encouraged. The Taste of Finer Things committee members are Stephanie Meehan, Macky Stansell, Pam Buckley, Karen Cramer, Cathy Donovan, Madalaine How, Marsha Howarth, Elaine Jacobs, Donna Leiner, and Gayle Widdowson.

Sworn in - New officers for the Ocean City Power Squadron were elected recently.

Pictured from left to right are Frederick F. Stiehl, Wallace J. Stevenson, William E. Killinger, Peter M. Fox, Antonino G. Curro, John W. Tellman, Morton N. Brown, D/C C.M. Kohlenberg, John Hess and Stuart C. Glassman.

Anniversary parade registration opens

The Ocean Pines 50th Anniversary Parade will step off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 2 along Ocean Parkway, with a Community Family Day celebration immediately following the parade at Veterans Memorial Park. “Most of us know how much fun we had with previous anniversary parades,” said parade Chairwoman Carol Ludwig. “This one should top them all.” The Anniversary Committee is now accepting registration for parade participants. The committee invites marching bands, local businesses, organizations, clubs, groups and families to register. “I am so proud of our three Worcester County high schools. Snow Hill, Pocomoke and Stephen Decatur are forming a combined marching band to strut down Ocean Parkway on our very special day,” said Ludwig. The cost is $25 per group entry. The registration form is now available online at www.oceanpines.org and at the Ocean Pines Administration Building, located at 239 Ocean Parkway. The parade, which is sponsored by Mediacom, The Power of 2 Team and Avery Hall Insurance, is free to onlookers and open to the public. There is no entry fee for eligible sponsors,

but registration is required. The Ocean Pines Police Department and Neighborhood Watch volunteers will direct traffic the day of the event. Ocean Parkway will be closed northbound from Mumford’s Landing Road to St. Martin’s Lane from 9 a.m. until the parade ends. Parking will be prohibited along northbound lanes of Ocean Parkway. The judges’ viewing area will be located along Ocean Parkway at White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway. Three Judges’ Choice Awards will be presented. “We hope the entire community will save the date and come out to participate in the parade and the activities that will be available at the Community Family Day to follow,” said Anniversary Committee Chairwoman Jennifer Cropper-Rines. “It will be a great chance to get outside, meet your neighbors and have some fun.” Ocean Pines will host a variety of anniversary events throughout the year, including a License Plate Raffle/Auction fundraiser on Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m. in the Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, with the assistance of the please see parade on page 13

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by Bev Wisch Recently I attended my book club meeting and the hostess, Betty Franke, served the most delicious cake, “Pineapple Dream Cake.” It was so appropriate as the book we read was about Hawaii. She received the recipe from a friend in Philadelphia. Recipes passed on from friend to friend are usually the best. As most of you know, I am a collector of recipes and love to share them with friends. Pineapple Dream Cake 2 cups sugar 2 cups sifted flour 2 eggs 2 t. baking soda 1 20 oz. can of crushed pineapple with juice 1 t. vanilla 1 cup chopped walnuts Bake in 9x13 greased baking pan for 45 minutes. Cool on wire rack but add icing while still warm.

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Ocean Pines Association, will roll out an official Ocean Pines, Maryland license plate. Only 50 license plates will be available at the March 24 fundraiser. The first ten will go to the highest bidders and the others will be raffled off. Raffle tickets are $50 each and are available for purchase at the Ocean Pines Administration Building. Raffle winners do not have to be present at the March 24 fundraiser to redeem their license plate. For more information on anniversary events or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Denise Sawyer, director of marketing and public relations for the Ocean Pines Association, at (410) 641-7717 ext. 3006 or [email protected].

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workforce,” STEM summer programs coordinator Fawn Mete said. There is no cost to participate in the camp, and transportation from centralized points in the county is provided. Space is limited to 20 students. Camp runs July 1619 and July 23-26. The STEM Leadership Cohort is designed for students enrolled in grades 9-11 in the 2017/2018 school year. Participants meet on Thursdays in July for professional development sessions at NASA Wallops Flight Facility, UMES, and Hardwire LLC on a variety of career readiness topics, including resume writing, interview skills, workplace communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Students will receive mentorship from several STEM workforce partners. The STEP UP Internship Program provides high school seniors, college students, and graduate students with opportunities to gain hands-on work experience in healthcare settings, tech companies, engineering firms, environmental science agencies and digital media production companies. Students’ skills and interests will be matched with the needs of the employers. Interns work 100 hours total from June 1 to July 26 and earn $11/hour. Prior interns exercised their new skills at NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Orbital ATK, Hardwire LLC, Martin Physical Therapy, Atlantic General Hospital, Peninsula Cardiology, West Ocean City Injury and Illness Center, Bel-Art Products, Ricca Chemical, TR Group, Studio Codeworks, D3Corp, Full City Media, Sprout Creatives, Maryland Coastal Bays Program, State Ventures LLC, The Atlantic Group, OceanCity.com, Habitat for Humanity, EA Science Technology and Engineering, Eastern Shore Physical Therapy, and more. For more information, email Fawn Mete at [email protected].

Ring Ceremony

The Annual Junior Ring Ceremony took place in the Guerrieri Library at Worcester Prep on February 14. It is tradition that seniors present the juniors with their rings along with a few insightful comments as to why the recipient is special to them. The Ring Ceremony is always an inspiring event showing the bond and friendship between peers. Above: WPS juniors show off various styles of the Class of 2019 rings: Remy Trader, Chloe Ruddo, Caleb Foxwell, Delaney Abercrombie, Parker Brandt, Will Todd, Liam Hammond, and Cooper Richins.

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for movie night, living rooms can be made more intimate with small-scale seating. A small sofa and two comfortable chairs may be a more fitting option. At-home gym: Save on gym membership fees by building a mini studio right at home. Choose one of the larger bedrooms and then fill it with some fitness equipment, such as an elliptical trainer, a bench press bench and some free weights. Store rolled-up mats in the closet for yoga or Pilates sessions. Expanded bathroom: If space has always been at a premium in the bathroom, borrow area from an empty bedroom and turn it into a spa. Install a soaking tub separate from the shower, and fill the room with other amenities, such as a warming lamp or even a small sauna. Home office: Working from home a few days a week may be more plausible when nearing retirement, as it will be a smoother transition from heading to the office each day to spending more time at home. Turn a bedroom or den into an office space with a new desk and bookshelves. An empty nest can be a bittersweet experience, but parents can make such situations work for them by transforming their homes to better reflect their current needs. expo from page 4

Casino. All Worcester County business people (employers and employees) are invited to attend and display their services or goods. Last year over 35 exhibitors displayed their services and products with creative and interactive exhibits in a wide range of interest such as: business products, home improvements, social media, healthcare, education, financial, insurance, travel, beauty, massage, promotional products and more. There will be door prizes donated from local businesses and a 50/50 raffle. This is a networking opportunity for members of all area chambers and for businesses to mingle with fellow business owners, learn about new businesses in town and talk to hundreds of potential customers. This event is open to the public. All area business people, local chamber members and professionals are encouraged to attend. Refreshment, light fare and complimentary beer and wine will be provided. events from page 2

motion video, website building and writing. “Each year, the number of students and the number of courses taken grows,” said Jill Heathfield, director of continuing education and workforce development at Wor-Wic. “The kids tell us what fun they had and the parents thank us for offering a positive, educational curriculum that kept their children engaged over the summer.” The one-week courses are offered on campus Monday through Friday, beginning July 9 and ending Aug. 10. Students can take full- or half-day courses. Full-day courses are held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a one-hour lunch. Halfday courses, which are offered from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m., can also be taken back-to-back to create a full-day schedule. Before and after care is available at the college’s on-campus child development center. The courses are designed for public, private and home-schooled gifted and talented students. A student’s gifted and talented status is determined by the school they attend, based on the student’s abilities in the areas of general intellectual capabilities, specific academic aptitudes, or the creative, visual or performing arts. Space is limited. For the best selection of classes, registrations should be submitted prior to May 1. For more information, visit www.worwic.edu/SummerScholars or call 410-334-2815.

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Court Program is reducing truancy by reconnecting students and their families with schools and to break the school-toprison pipeline for vulnerable and at-risk youth. The office of Crime Control & Prevention made over $180,000 in funds available through Title II (JJAC) to support this effort. “A safe learning environment is essential for students of all ages,” said Glenn Fueston, executive director of the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention. “By providing access to support from schools, families, and community resources, we can help divert low-level juvenile offenders to supervision programs in their communities. This not only helps to avoid deeper involvement in the juvenile justice system, but also increases chances for success.” Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Grant, “Alicia’s Law” The funding provides agencies with the tools to prevent internet crimes against children by supporting education of law enforcement and encouraging multi-jurisdictional cooperation. Funding was distributed to child advocacy centers, local law enforcement, and the Maryland State Police. Alicia’s Law provides grant funding for police departments to investigate and prevent child sexual abuse. Governor Hogan signed this bill into law following the 2016 legislative session and included funding in the FY 2018 budget. There is no allocation for Worcester County. Title II Formula Projects (JJAC) This federal funding comes from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at the Office of Justice Programs, and is authorized by the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA) of 1974, as amended in 2002. The Title II Formula Program supports the establishment, enhancement, and/or improvement of services for aftercare and reentry; alternatives to detention and diversion; and probation. Funds support reform in Maryland’s juvenile justice system and focus on initiatives and strategies that support the hallmarks of the Developmental Approach to Juvenile Justice Reform. Funding was distributed to agencies that were selected by the Juvenile Council and the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention. The Juvenile Council is called on to serve as the voice of juvenile justice in their states and territories. The Council advises the Governor and Legislature on the state’s compliance

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with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, participates in the development of the Three-Year Plan, obtains input from other young people involved with the juvenile justice system through different outreach methods, and reviews and comments on grant proposals. There is no allocation for Worcester County School Safety Enforcement Program The School Safety Enforcement Fund awarded grants to law enforcement agencies to address a variety of school safety priorities, as well as drivers illegally passing school bus vehicles while loading and unloading students. Applicants were encouraged to request funding for proactive safety measures such as emergency preparedness, security upgrades for schools, training for school resource officers, as well as public service announcements through theaters, billboards, radio, and public television. Funds can also be used to increase law enforcement presence on school campuses. Funding was made available to local law enforcement agencies, Maryland State police barracks, and County Boards of Education. Some $27,512 has been allocated for Worcester County. Ocean City Police will get $17,512; Pocomoke Police will get $6,000 and the Berlin Barrick of the Maryland State Police will get $4,000.

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Camp Endless Summer, held August 20-24, costs $175 for residents and $195 for non-residents and includes field trips. Licensed by The State of Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Camp Ocean Pines is for boys and girls ages 4 to 12. “Our camp is a great way for your children or grandchildren to spend time with their friends, meet new people, gain confidence and improve social skills while having fun,” said Sawyer. Participants will enjoy activities such as swimming, sports, crafts, games, music and special events such as treasure hunts, talent shows, ice cream socials and much more. Each week includes a pool day and a field trip. Each staff member and camp counselor is trained in CPR/first aid and completes a week of training prior to the start of camp. For more information, please call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at (410) 641-7052.

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