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20 Friday, November 17, 2023 SoutherN marylaNd NewS OPEN CAMERA SCAN IGN UP Get access to millions of songs and thousands of films forFREE! All you need is a library card! The St. County Historical Society held its annual fall dinner on Nov. 3 at Olde Breton Inn. The guest speaker was Eve Love, who gave a presenta- tion based on her new book titled, The Base: Cedar Point Before the Patuxent River Naval Air Welcoming remarks were given by Adm. Tim Heely, pres- ident of the historical society, and by Peter LaPorte, exec- utive director of the historical society.

The invocation was offered by the Rev. Tim Benson, pastor of Grace Commu- nity Church of Southern Maryland. Eve Love is a native of St. County and is a student of history and genealogy. She has taught genealogy classes at the College of Southern Maryland and is a long-time mem- ber of the St.

County Historical Society. Eve assisted her husband, John Cook, with compiling data for The book. John is a retired elementary school teacher; he continues to teach for the Museum Stud- ies Program at St. College of Maryland. Upcoming historical society events include the lecture Murder In St.

to be held on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at The Inn at Leonardtown at 7 p.m. (reservations at www. stmaryshistory.org) and the lecture Story of St. Ini- goes Mission in February 2024 at St.

Peter Claver School (additional details to be announced at a later date). The 2023 Annual Appeal is still underway. To make a donation, or for more information about the St. County Historical Society, go to www.stmaryshistory.org. Dates to remember Today, Nov.

17, is Take a Hike Day; Saturday, Nov. 18 is Mickey Birthday; also, say happy birthday to Katie Hillman of Leonardtown; Say happy birthday to yours truly on Nov. 19; Happy birthday to Jessica Magno of Leonardtown on Nov. 21; Happy Thanksgiving to everyone on Nov. 23; this is also Eat a Cranberry Day (see Recipe of the Week, below).

Light Up the Town Join the mayor and town council of Chesapeake Beach for the annual Light Up the Town and Christmas Market event on Nov. 26 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the town hall. This is a free event which offers community celebration and gathering as the mayor switches on the lighting display for all to see. A new addition will be an ice skating rink equipped with skates.

Ice skating and fun for all ages will be available in the Kellams Complex parking lot from 3 to 7 p.m. Light Up the Town begins with live performances by the Beach Elementary School String Orchestra and the cheer continues with the sounds of carolers, visits with Santa, a live 360-holiday photo booth, treats from local bakeries and the Christmas market filled with greenery wreaths and gifts from local businesses. For more information you may call 410-257-2230. Recipe of the week Cranberry Freeze By Ellynne Davis Ingredients 4 cups white (or red) cranberry juice cup plus cup craisins (more, to taste) 3 tablespoons raspberry-flavored dessert wine (or any other fruit- or berry-flavored dessert wine) Pour cups juice into a or glass or metal bak- ing dish; freeze. Every 2 hours or so, scape with a fork, then return dish to freezer until frozen solid.

When ready to serve, remove dish from freezer and let sit for a few moments. Scrape with fork again and top with additional craisins. Use by itself as a dessert, as a topping for cake, or for vanilla or black raspberry ice cream. Please continue to send your news items and recipes to Thank you. Historical dinner features base lecture PhotoS by ellyNNe briCe daviS wisps of clouds are highlighted in a recent sunset over the Potomac river.

Cranberry Freeze can work as a dessert, cake topping or as an accent to ice cream. ST. Coffee with the Sheriff will be held 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Garvey Senior Activity Center.

Meet Sheriff Steve Hall and learn more about the St. County Sheriff Office or discuss issues that affect personal safety. A will follow. Registration required. Contact 301-475-4200, ext.

1073, or email sarah.miller@ stmaryscountymd.gov. The Loffler Book Club will discuss by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1. Email Sheila.Graziano@stmaryscountymd.gov.

A diabetes self-management program will be offered 1 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays from Nov. 14 through Dec. 19, at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. The series is a communi- ty-based workshop to help people better manage their dia- betes and is recommended for those who are managing Type 2 Diabetes or are Pre-Diabetic.

Adult-age caregivers, family members, and other members of a support team are also wel- come. Registration required. Go to www.stmaryscountymd. call 301-475-4200, Ext. 1660.

Basket Weaving: Candy cane door will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, at Northern Senior Activity Center. Artisan Pam King will instruct how to weave a candy cane door decoration.

The cost is $30. Regis- tration required. Go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging and click View Sign Up for Activities Programs or call 301-475-4200, Ext. 3115. Chair dance connection: Jingle Bell Rock will be held 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the Northern Senior Activ- ity Center. Join Judi Lyons and Paty for an after- noon of dancing to holiday hits. Engaging movement sequences that are full of life and passion will revitalize and lift your spirit while enhancing blood flow and mind-body coordination. All movements are supported by a chair in seated and standing positions.

The cost is $15. Registration required. Go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging and click View Sign Up for Activities Programs or call 301-475- 4200, Ext. 3115. CALVERT Creative Class will be held 1 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 20, at the Southern Pines Senior Center. Let your thoughts flow onto paper in a journey of self-expression and artistic exploration. For seasoned writers or beginners. Yoga will be held 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 29, at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Learn the basics and experience reduced stress and enhanced well-being. Walk-ins welcome. The cost is $5.

Veterans Coffee will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Southern Pines Senior Center. The program brings veterans together for a morning of camaraderie, coffee and commu- nity. Share stories, make new friends and learn about valu- able resources.

Open Art sessions will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Join local artists, learn tech- niques and paint with fellow art enthusiasts. Classes are $5 each.

Celebrate holiday cheer at your local senior fes- tive luncheon beginning at noon Friday, Dec. 15. Registra- tion required by Dec. 5. Call the senior center of your choice.

Call Southern Senior center at 410-586-2748 or Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606. For North Beach Senior Center, reserve your spot through Calvert Pines. Calvert Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer driv- ers, route coordinators, and board members. Drivers deliver meals to homebound older adults and are asked to com- mit to a minimum of one day per month. If you cannot drive but still want to serve, delivery route coordinators and board members are also needed.

For more information, call 410- 535-4606 or 301-855-1170. The Office on Aging will be closed for Thanksgiving Wednesday, Nov. 22, through Friday, Nov. 24. The senior centers will reopen Monday, Nov.

27. SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Submitted Photo archbishop Neale School in la Plata Class of 1958 held its annual reunion oct. 12 at Capt. Crab house in Creek. Seven classmates and four partners attended the 65th annual reunion.

attending this reunion, back row from left, is Jean edwards, Pat long, bernard winkler, mary lee albrittain Jones and randy Clark. in the front row is Cathy millard, left, Joyce Cooksey Clements, Carol ann wood hancock, louise Frederick, mary ellen rasimowicz boswell and Janice Clark. the class remembered classmates dena Flynn turner, who was known for her gentle and warm smile and her famous chocolate chip cookies, and bill walker, who was the husband of Joann Grubic walker, who both died during the past year. Classmates unable to attend included barbara middleton ehrenstrom, irene murphy logan, mary blair bryan Peterson, ellen Porter tison and Jo ann Grubic walker. Next reunion is planned for october 2024 in Nanjemoy.

ANOTHER REUNION IN THE BOOKS Between Two Rivers Ellynne Brice Davis.