Jen Anderson

Was opening weekend for Rockfish Season less than you expected, learn some secrets of the Chesapeake Bay!

Wednesday, April 22
Ideas on fishing the Solomons Island area
St. Mary's County Elks Lodge
Tips on fishing the Solomons area will be presented by one of the Chesapeake Bay's most experienced charter boat captains at the April meeting of the Coastal Conservation Association Maryland Patuxent River Chapter. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m.Captain Sonney Forrest, who has almost 35 years of fishing experience on the Chesapeake, will speak on "Light Tackle Fishing Opportunities around Solomons Island." The meeting is open to the public.

According to the Southern Maryland News:

Failing septics near water must now be upgraded

New law says grants, tax credits cover costs

The article goes into detail regarding homeowners within 1000 feet of tidal waters who have a failing septic system that needs replacement will have to replace the system using the best available technology. The goal is to reduce the amount of nitrogen run off into the Chesapeake Bay. The article focuses on St Marys County, but the law covers the entire state of Maryland.

To see the complete article, click here:Southern Maryland News

For more information, on selling homes in the criticla area, give me a call!

Jen Anderson, Exit 1 Stop Realty, 301-758-0391

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few ideas!

Saturday, April 18
Calvert Marine Museum
Bay Smarter Workshop for a Healthier Bay
Sponsored by the Calvert County Master Gardeners, this workshop provides in-depth information about living shorelines, rain gardens, and dealing with critical area regulations. Join us from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon with afternoon workshops following the presentation. Pre-registration is required; $10 fee to cover workbook. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.

Saturday, April 18, 2009
Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
DuskNo FeeMonthly meeting with short talk and night sky observations. For information call 301-602-5251 or email tom_dugan@hotmail.com.

Saturday, April 18, 2009
Discovering Archaeology
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Free Admission. Ever wonder what archaeology really is? Join us for a day of hands-on activities, Public Archaeology, tours of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory, primitive technology in the Eastern Woodland Indian Village, and the grand opening of JPPM's brand new permanent exhibit: "Archaeology FAQs". For additional information please call 410-586-8501.

Saturday, April 18, 2009
2nd Annual Appeal Elementary School Vendor Fair & Craft Show
11655 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657
Vendor & Craft Show:Come & see what Local Business & Craft Vendors have to offer you! Get your Mother's Day & Father's Day shopping done early. Door Prizes!This event is for the AES Playground Fund.Table spaces still available: email vendorfair08@yahoo.com for info.

Sunday, April 19th
Relay for Life Yard Sale
Whimzy Eco-Boutique, 830 Solomons Island Road
Outdoor yard sale to benefit Relay for Life. Local businesses & craftsmen are showing their support by making a $25 donation to participate. This will be a family friendly event with bake sales, crafts, games and raffles. Aria Spa, located in Huntingtown, MD, will have seated massages. The Humane Society of Calvert County will have animals available for adoption. And, many local craftsmen and artists will have their merchandise on display.

Sunday, April 19, 2009
Village Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM No Fee All Ages. Visit our Indian Village to see what village life was like for the Patuxent people. We will be working on a variety of projects as the season demands: taking care of the longhouses, making and repairing the kinds of tools the Patuxent people might have used, and practicing other daily life activities and skills. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.

Local Fundraiser for Calvert Animal Welfare League. This wonderful organization promotes adoptions of unwanted and homeless dogs and cats, in addition to offering educational programs for children.

The organizations webpage is: http://www.cawl.us/

If you can't make the dinner, there is a link to donate to the wonderful cause.

Here is the info:

Happy Easter Weekend!

Here is what is happening in Calvert County this weekend and on Monday when the kids are still out of school:

Friday, April 10
Calvert Marine Museum
Otter Day!
All Day! Join an interpreter with the otter cart out in the Estuarium Hall from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Meet the Otter Keeper at 1:15 p.m. and learn what's involved in taking care of these mischievous critters. See the National Geographic documentary Adirondack Otters at 2:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Catch a special visit from the CMM Otter in the afternoon and don't forget to visit the museum store to purchase new "paw print" gifts that are arriving daily.

Saturday, April 11
Calvert Marine Museum
Fossil Egg Hunt! 10:00 a.m. Discover hidden fossil eggs throughout the museum. For children age 3-8, divided into two age groups. Please bring your own basket for collecting eggs; participants get to keep their fossils. In addition, take a special tour through the fossil hall at 2:00 p.m. and learn about other fossils from our fossil cart between 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Free with paid admission. Toy Boat Building from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation.

Monday, April 13
Calvert Marine Museum
Catch the fun! Fishing for something to do today? Come to the museum between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. and get some help making a bamboo fishing pole. Try it out in our boat basin - just remember to return what you catch! Materials fee is $3 per pole, $5 for two. Boomerang Making Workshop at 11:00 and 2:00, $2 donation.