Jen Anderson

This is a press release from Historic St. Mary's City.

In 1704, Maryland Governor Seymour ordered the sheriff to lock the Roman Catholic brick chapel at St. Mary's City and see that it was never again used for worship. Join us, 305 years later, as St. Mary's County Sheriff Timothy Cameron unlocks the massive oak and pine doors of the reconstructed chapel and invites the public to explore the building.
Following a brief ceremony, researchers and builders will be available to answer questions about the chapel project. Artifacts from the chapel excavations will be on display and light refreshments will be served. There is no charge for this event.
The chapel, which was rebuilt on its original foundation, is architecturally complete but not yet furnished. It will be open to the public during museum hours as finishing allows. An interpretive pavilion will be open to the public in summer 2010. The chapel will serve as a symbol of liberty of conscience and separation of church and state, which were practiced in 17th-century Maryland far in advance of the laws and practices in other New World colonies.

Cool pictures and more info on the archeaology and restoration here;
http://www.stmaryscity.org/ChapelProgress/Chapel%20Progress.html
The restoration underway.

Sounds like an interesting rebuild.

Jennifer Anderson
Associate Broker
Exit 1 Stop Realty
4100 3rd Street
North Beach MD 20714
410-257-2121 office
410-286-8837 fax
301-758-0391 cell phone


P.S. If you know someone thinking of buying or selling a home, who would appreciate first class service, I'd love to help them! So, as these people come to mind, just give me a call with their name and number. It would be my pleasure to follow up and tend to their needs. Thank you!

This is dedicated to allthose who gave their lives for our country.

I remember it like it was yesterday. I was at the Maryland Association of Realtors Convention in Ocean City Maryland. I went down to the continental breakfast, a lot of my colleagues stayed at the same hotel, we were all glued to the TV after the first plane hit. Then the second plane hit. It was surreal. News of the Pentagon being hit was next. Then all flights were grounded. We all were holding our breath, what was next? The plane crashed in Pennsylvania.

Before long, the convention was cancelled. All activities called off. It was a beautiful sunny day in Ocean City MD, we walked along the beach & the boardwalk, not wanting to believe what happened in New York, DC and PA.

I couldn't wait to get home and hug my 8 year old daughter. After I got home, the details of 9-11 started to unfold. As many others, I found my personnel connection to the disaster. I learned a classmate from high school, her brother John Collins was one of the fire fighters killed. Two days later, watching TV, I learned that one of my past clients was on the plane that hit the Pentagon. Mari Rae Soper, she was on her way to start her new life with her fiancée in California. Growing up in New Jersey, I heard of the friends and neighbors of my family members who lost their lives that day.

I believe, my generation will always remember where they were on 9-11-2001, God Bless all those who lost their lives that day and those who have lost their lives fighting for our freedom since then.

Where were you? What do you remember from that day? Tell me your story.

My two favortie Holidays are the 4th of July and Christmas. I always buy the White House Christmas Ornaments so I am on there Mailing list. I thought I would share the information on the 4th of July I recieved this morning.

From a fireworks display over the Washington Monument to the patriotic marches of John Philip Sousa, performed by the United States Marine Band on the South Lawn, Independence Day at the White House has always been a special event. In this issue, learn about the first Fourth of July celebration at the White House, view photographs of Independence Day festivities enjoyed by our presidents during the past 50 years, check out July facts about the presidents and first ladies, and listen to the stirring music of the Marine Band

	Explore how July Fourth has been observed in our nation's most celebrated house

Click Here for White House History

Jennifer Anderson
Associate Broker
Exit 1 Stop Realty
10130 Southern Maryland Blvd.
Dunkirk, MD 20754
301-855-7867 office
301-855-8255 fax
301-758-0391 cell phone


P.S. If you know someone thinking of buying or selling a home, who would appreciate first class service, I'd love to help them! So, as these people come to mind, just give me a call with their name and number. It would be my pleasure to follow up and tend to their needs. Thank you!

Chesapeake Beach Fireworks
July 3rd @ Dusk
Right in front of the Rod-n-Reel
4160 Mears Ave. [ View Map ]
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

Largest fireworks display on the bay; music, food and games. The fireworks are discharged right in front of the Rod-n-Reel. But, any spot along the water in Chesapeake Beach should give you a good view. People typically start arriving between 5 and 6 p.m. So, get there early in order to find parking and procure a good spot. 410-257-2230.

Solomons Fireworks
July 4th @ Dusk
Solomons, MD

Come by boat or by land to enjoy this festive event in Solomons. The Solomons Business Association once again invites the citizens of Calvert County to sit back and enjoy 4th of July Fireworks over Solomons Island. Given the height of this spectacular show, people located anywhere on the island should have a good view of the fireworks.

Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Saturday, July 4
8 p.m. till...
Calvert Marine Museum

Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Adults $35. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.

Jennifer Anderson
Associate Broker
Exit 1 Stop Realty
10130 Southern Maryland Blvd.
Dunkirk, MD 20754
301-855-7867 office
301-855-8255 fax
301-758-0391 cell phone


P.S. If you know someone thinking of buying or selling a home, who would appreciate first class service, I'd love to help them! So, as these people come to mind, just give me a call with their name and number. It would be my pleasure to follow up and tend to their needs. Thank you!

Charles County 4th of July Celebrations:

Charles County Independence Day Fireworks Display
July 4th @ 5:00pm - 10pm
Charles County Fairgrounds
8440 Fairground Rd [ View Map ]
La Plata, MD

Evening of fun & entertainment for the entire family. Games & activities for kids include pony rides, moon bounce, face painting & more. Bring a picnic supper or purchase food from a variety of vendors. No alcoholic beverages permitted. Fireworks begin at dusk. Free. 301-643-0033 CharlesCountyFair.com

Town of La Plata Independence Day Celebration
July 4 @ 11am - 1pm
La Plata Train Station
100 Kent Avenue [ View Map ]
La Plata, MD

On Saturday, July 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Town is hosting a 4th of July Celebration at the La Plata Town Hall. There will be musical entertainment, moon bounces, hot dogs, bottled water and ice cream - all free. Don't miss the inaugural Watermelon Bash featuring free watermelon slices, a watermelon eating contest, a watermelon roll (children ages 5 and under), and a watermelon toss! For additional information, contact Amy Peña at 301-934-8421 or apena@townoflaplata.org

Indian Head Annual 4th of July Celebration
July 4th @ 3:30pm - 10pm
Village Green Park
100 Walter Thomas Road [ View Map ]
Indian Head, MD 20640

Patriotic Kick-off Ceremony 3:30 p.m., food, family fun, live entertainment, amusements. Spectacular Fireworks display at 9:10 p.m. No pets, No alcohol. Volunteers to assist with the days events are welcomed. 301-743-5511 or 301-753-6633 http://www.townofindianhead.org/

St. Mary's County 4th of July Celebrations!

Freedom Fest 2009
Saturday, July 4th @ 5pm - 10pm
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds
42455 Fairgrounds Rd [ View Map ]
Leonardtown, MD 20650

The St. Mary's County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Recreation, Parks and Community Services invite the public to enjoy an evening of family fun and entertainment beginning at 5:00 p.m. and culminating with a fireworks display at dark, on Saturday, July 4 at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland.

Freedom Fest is an alcohol and drug free family 4th of July celebration held annually at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds and includes entertainment, food, family activities, and a fireworks demonstration.

Please expect traffic delays at the end of the event due to the large volume of traffic. Please use alternate routes such as St. Andrew's Church Road, Medley's Neck Road and Whirlwind Road to avoid traffic delays.

For more information, contact the Division of Community Services at 301-475-4200 ext. 1849.

The Birthday Celebration of our Nation and our State
Sunday, July 5th 1pm - 4pm
Sotterley Plantation

Pack your picnic baskets, bring along your lawn chairs and blankets, and listen to the patriotic music renditions of the Chesapeake Brass Ensemble led by Maestro Jeffrey Silberschlag of St. Mary's College of Maryland. To cool things down, Bruster's Real Ice Cream will be on hand to introduce their sweet & savory new flavor - "Maryland 375" - in honor of our state's birthday, and also have a selection of their standard favorite flavors. "On A Roll" will sell hot dogs, the great American food, with a variety of favorite fixings. Take a chance at winning prizes at the Brown Bag Raffle and Silent Auction, including toys large and small, wine for the discerning taste, original artwork and prints, and the gastronomic delights from local restaurants. All of the children will be invited to help create a Thank You to Our Military banner, which will be presented to Captain Andrew Macyko, USN Commanding Officer. They will also be invited to use their talents in making "Maryland 375" birthday cards, to be presented to the St. Mary's County, Division of Tourism. Continuing their quest for fun, children will also have the chance to participate in a coloring contest, make a bookmark, and play colonial games.

As a special and sincere thanks, all those with a Military ID are invited to celebrate this event free of charge. The cost is $10 per vehicle, enabling Sotterley Plantation to keep its door open to the public and continue its mission.

For more information on Sotterley Plantation events, visit our website at www.sotterley.org .

Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
Saturday, July 4th
On Route 235 just north of the Leonardtown-Hollywood Rd (Rt 245) intersection [ View Map ]
Hollywood, MD 20636

Live music by Snakebite starting at 7pm. Fireworks start at dusk. Food, drinks, games, 50/50 raffle all day. Music during the day by DJ Charlie Thompson. Car, Truck & Bike show all day. Registration from noon - 3pm, $20/vehicle and $3 for each additional person. Trophy awards at 6pm. Dash Plaque with all registered vehicles. Vendor spaces are available.

We respectfully request that you do not bring coolers or animals. Please call 240-925-7863 for more information.

River Concert and Fireworks
July 3rd @ 7pm
Overlooking the St. Mary's River
St. Mary's College of Maryland
Maryland Route 5 [ View Map ]
St. Mary's City, MD 20686

River Concert Series: It's a '50's Fourth! St. Mary's College of Maryland, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. Enjoy the River Concert Series' salute to the '50's with Wyle soloist Hilary Kole! Plus, the Chesapeake Orchestra will also perform Sousa Marches and Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture." A fireworks display will conclude the evening of festivities. Details about the concert are on the River Concert Series Web site at www.riverconcertseries.com or call 240-895-2024. The free outdoor concerts overlook the St. Mary's River and begin at 7 p.m. with grounds opening at 5 p.m.

Calvert County 4th of July Celebrations!

Chesapeake Beach Fireworks
July 3rd @ Dusk
Right in front of the Rod-n-Reel
4160 Mears Ave. [ View Map ]
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

Largest fireworks display on the bay; music, food and games. The fireworks are discharged right in front of the Rod-n-Reel. But, any spot along the water in Chesapeake Beach should give you a good view. People typically start arriving between 5 and 6 p.m. So, get there early in order to find parking and procure a good spot. 410-257-2230.

Solomons Fireworks
July 4th @ Dusk
Solomons, MD

Come by boat or by land to enjoy this festive event in Solomons. The Solomons Business Association once again invites the citizens of Calvert County to sit back and enjoy 4th of July Fireworks over Solomons Island. Given the height of this spectacular show, people located anywhere on the island should have a good view of the fireworks.

Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Saturday, July 4
8 p.m. till...
Calvert Marine Museum

Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Adults $35. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.

Jennifer Anderson
Associate Broker
Exit 1 Stop Realty
10130 Southern Maryland Blvd.
Dunkirk, MD 20754
301-855-7867 office
301-855-8255 fax
301-758-0391 cell phone


P.S. If you know someone thinking of buying or selling a home, who would appreciate first class service, I'd love to help them! So, as these people come to mind, just give me a call with their name and number. It would be my pleasure to follow up and tend to their needs. Thank you!