Santa At Davidsonville Sat. & Sun.

Santa will be at Homestead every Sat and Sun beginning today through Dec. 22.  He will be there from 10:00 AM but you have to reserve a time to meet him.  You can get  on the list after 9:00 AM.

Read details at:  http://davidsonvillenews.blogspot.com/2019/11/santa-at-homestead-gardens.html

Y Worry Open Weekends

The Y Worry Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Tree Farm is open weekends 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. They have precut Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, roping.    They are located on Rossback Rd at MD 424 which is next to the Rt 50 and Davidsonville Rd interchange.

ASC Lunch At Kilarney House

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Santa Paws in Davidsonville

Santa Paws Davidsonville – 12/6

Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville invites you to get your furry friend’s Christmas card photo with Jolly ole St. Nick!

Photos taken from 5pm to 7pm. No appointment necessary! Photos may be taken on Santa Claus’s lap or held by family members.

Donations gratefully accepted. Benefits the SPCA of Anne Arundel County!

Where: 743 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035

When: 12/6/19 – 5pm to 7pm

DAA Fundraiser Dec. 11

Harvest Thyme Tavern, one of our DAA Gold Gator Sponsors, is teaming up with DAA on Wednesday, December 11th from 4-9pm for a unique fundraiser!

- All tips generated at the bar will be donated to DAA and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation (JDF).

- The guest bartender that night - Danny Colton - and Matt Facchina have each offered to match 100% of the gratuity generated at the bar. That means whatever you decide to tip the bartenders that night will be doubled to go towards DAA and JDF.

- Harvest Thyme Tavern will donate a portion of the food sales in the dining room that night to DAA and JDF.

- The featured wine by the glass that night is Caymus and Chef Rik will also offer special retail pricing on bottles of Caymus for purchase.

So, mark your calendars and plan to come to Harvest Thyme for happy hour or dinner on Wednesday, December 11! Don’t forget to tip generously!!

For questions, please contact sponsorship@daagators.org.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A 1 1/2 story home on 13.69 acres at 2874 Patuxent River Road sold by Kari Martin to Kalista Journey LLC for $1,750,000.

2)    A two story home on 1.07 acres at  1002 Eagle Passages Ct. sold by David Bilodeau and Sheila Leone to Alim and Sara Piromohamed for $870,000.

Annual Lights Of Kindness Contest

Time for the Rotary Club's Annual Lights of Kindness contest

at Homestead Gardens.

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Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A two story home without basement on 2.98 acres at 716 Sumpter Rd sold by Christopher Soldano to Scott and Sharon Eshelman for $730,000

2)    A two story home on 1.90 acres at 2019 Gresham Lane sold by Timothy Clays to Corbett Wright and Megan Montgomery for $735,000.

Paypoint HR LLC in D'ville

The Davidsonville, MD, firm of Paypoint HR LLC recommended an adjustment in salaries for Fort Walton Beach in Florida in a citywide pay and classification study it conducted earlier this year.

For more info,  go to:  https://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/20191120/christmas-comes-early-for-many-fwb-workers-with-pay-raise

Santa At Homestead Gardens

    Santa Claus will be at the Homestead Gardens store in Davidsonville every Sat. and Sun. beginning Nov. 30 through Dec. 22, 2019.  Times are 10 to 4 on Sat and 12 to 4 on Sun.

    No more standing in long lines! Simply reserve your time with Santa and experience our Holiday Shop, Christmas train display, hot chocolates, and stunning decorations while you wait.

    Instructions for registering visits with Santa (Davidsonville store ONLY) are:

    You must register in person on the day of your visit. There is no online registration. Registration begins at 9 am on Saturdays and 11 am on Sundays and continues until all slots are filled for the day. You will be notified by text on your phone when it’s your turn with Santa.

Don Covington Passes Away

      Donald Phillips "Don" Covington, 79, a 40-year resident  of Davidsonville and previously of Annapolis, MD, passed away on November 14, 2019. 
      Born on January 17, 1940 in Annapolis to the late Frances and Donald Covington, Sr., Don was the founder of Covington Machine and Welding in Annapolis. His expertise was primarily in drawbridge and fixed bridge repairs, he worked on most of the bridges in Maryland as well as surrounding states. Don was a machinist at heart but proficient in many areas. The outdoors was his true home and he was a member of several hunting clubs. 
       Don is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Nancy Forsythe Covington; three sons, Guy Covington of Centreville, MD, Brian Covington of Davidsonville and Donnie (Tiffany) Covington of Lothian, MD; one daughter, Jill (John) Frick of Ocean Isle Beach, NC, seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his 12 lb. rescue dog and protector, Scooter.             The Covington family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Anne Arundel Medical Center for the compassionate care given to Don in his final days. We are deeply grateful. 
       All services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Don's memory to the Salvation Army. Online condolences may be offered at: KalasFuneralHomes.com

George Hall Passes Away

    George Edward Hall, "Bubby", 82, a lifelong resident of Davidsonville passed away at his home on Sunday, November 17, 2019. 
    Bubby was born on February 28, 1937, in Davidsonville to the late George & Jess Hall. He retired from Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works, County RoadsDivision.        In addition to his parents, Bubby was preceded in death by his siblings; Gilbert, Clyde, and Lucille. He is survived by his son Dewayne Hall, Sr. and his wife Brenda,  his daughterDonna Hall, his siblings; Roland, Joseph, Ernest, Robert, Earl, Linda and Eleanor, his grandchildren; Joseph and Michael Hall, Dewayne Hall Jr. and Jennifer Hendershot. He is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren. 
    A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 10 am at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD 21013. Online condolences may be made at: KalasFuneralHomes.com.

Silent Threat by Jeff Gunhus

    Here is a trailer for Silent Threat,  a book written by well known Davidsonville author Jeff Gunhus.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4bziiR3Xjw

Barbara (Grimes) Linebock Passes Away

    Beloved daughter of the late Oscar F. Grimes. "Bebe" succumbed to COPD on Sept 23 at age 67, going to join her father and late sister, Lisa Grimes, in heaven. 
    Surviving family members include mother Jean W. Grimes, sister Suzanne Sullivan and brother William O. Grimes (Michelle), three adopted daughters, many cousins, nieces and nephews and two grandnephews. 
    She was born in Annapolis, MD on March 7, 1952 and after graduating from Southern High School resided in Albuquerque, NM and Midland, TX. Intelligent and quick witted, she used these attributes to write a humorous family column in the Midland Telegraph-Reporter newspaper. In her position at University of New Mexico's Dept of Psychiatry as Education Coordinator, she developed her writing skill to later author a guide booklet for newly adopted children. This booklet is now a model used by Social Services in Midland. Her ashes were returned to the family farm in Davidsonville, MD.

Recent Davidsonville Land Sales

1)    A 6.87 acre parcel at 1358 Double Gate Rd sold  for $350,000.

2)    An 11.85 acre parcel at Lot 3, Sc 2, St. George Barber Rd sold by John Eugenio, Jr., to Ginny French for $350,000

Multi Church Thanksgiving Service

    On Tuesday, Nov. 26, at 7 PM,  the Holy Family Catholic, All Hallows Episcopal, Union Memorial Methodist, DUMC, and Mayo Methodist will gather for a Thanksgiving Service at the Union Memorial Methodist Church on Davidsonville Road.
    Note correction:  this article originally said the 27th.

Sarah Healy Player Of Week

ARNOLD, MD – Anne Arundel Community College sophomore center Sarah Healy has been named the NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball Player of the Week, it was announced Wednesday. Healy averaged 21.7 points and 16 rebounds per game in three Riverhawks wins last week.

Currently riding a seven-game double-double streak dating back to last season, Healy scored a total of 65 points while shooting 65% from the floor in three games last week. She added five assists, six steals and five blocks.

In a 75-42 home win over Camden County College on November 7, Healy scored 28 points to go with 17 rebounds and four steals. In the opening game of the Westmoreland Tip Off Tournament, she scored 24 points while shooting 85% (11-13), adding 15 boards in an 88-65 win over the host Wolfpack. The following day she scored 13 points with 16 rebounds as AACC dealt Westmoreland a 78-56 loss.

Healy leads NJCAA Division III with 76 rebounds through five games this season, ranking fourth among the nation's leaders in rebounds per game with 15.2.

"Sarah is a workhorse in practice and games and that has led to her success in the classroom and on the court," said Riverhawks Head Coach Lionel Makell.

Healy started 24 of 25 games in her freshman campaign, averaging a double double with 19.6 points and 16.4 rebounds per game. AACC finished the 2018-19 campaign as Region XX Champions and advanced to the NJCAA National Tournament.

AACC is back in action at home Wednesday evening to open MDJUCO play in a 5 pm game against Chesapeake.

Ray Ritter At Marietta College

Ray Ritter, son of Michelle and Robert Ritter of Davidsonville, is a freshman at Marietta College and is on their basketball team.    His bio can be read at:
https://pioneers.marietta.edu/sports/mens-basketball/roster/ray-ritter/6373

Mid-Atlantic Antique Radio Club

November 2019 Meeting

Davidsonville Family Recreation Center

Sunday, November 17^th

Tailgating at 10:30 and meeting at 1:00

Presentation Topic:  Car Radios

Presenter:  Dave Rossetti

Display Table:  Pink radios

Ed Dolch Is HS Coach Of The Week

    The Baltimore Ravens have selected Ed Dolch, varsity head football coach of the South River Seahawks, as their High School Coach of the Week for the 9th week of this season.

    The Seahawks finished the regular season undefeated and captured the Anne Arundel County championship.  They are the top seed in the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) Class 4A East Region playoffs.

Robert Schmitt Charged With Sex Offense

      Robert Patrick Schmitt, living on Kings Road in Edgewater,  has been charged by county police for uploading child pornography to an unnamed web site.   He is on a tier one sex offenders list.  Anyone with info about his actions should contact the county police at 410-222-4733 

Tim O'Farrell At Goucher

    Tim O'Farrell, son of Tom and Carol O'Farrell of Davidsonville is a junior at Goucher and is on their basketball team.  His bio can be read at:    https://athletics.goucher.edu/sports/mbkb/2019-20/bios/o-farrell_timmy_svab

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A split foyer home on .55 acre at 1520 Manor View Rd sold by Nicholas Neidig to Tyler and Caroline Wood for $419,999.

2)    A two story home on 1.38 acre at 3316 Blackberry Lane sold by James and Doreen Greenan to Tyler and Kimberley Groff for $740,000.

Grace EP Celebrates 25 Years

Dan Smith, founding pastor of Grace EP Church in 1994, returns this Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019 to preach at Grace. Special Guests will include former pastors Dan Smith, Will LaRose and Steve Meyerhoff along with special music. After worship, we will enjoy coffee in the entrance hall before assembling for the celebration lunch where Special Guests will share some of their favorite memories. We hope that You will join us this Sunday!

Large Davidsonville House Fire

DAVIDSONVILLE, MD — It took almost 90 firefighters more than an hour to contain a house fire in Davidsonville Tuesday night. The fire broke out just after 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at 2001 Rosetta Way. The fire engulfing the 15,000-square-foot two-story single-family home proved difficult to battle, because the home isn't located near public water and it is a sizable home, the Anne Arundel County Fire Department reported. Officials had to call in a water supply task force and trigger a second alarm.

Three additional fire departments responded to the fire, which officials believe started at the back of the home toward the garage area. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Anne Arundel County Fire and Explosives Investigation Unit. Five occupants of the home have been displaced and there were no injuries.


Here is an update from the AACoFD
Two Alarm House Fire - November 5, 2019
Rosetta Way, Davidsonville, MD

Firefighters responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting fire from the back of the house at 2001 Rosetta Way. First arriving firefighters found heavy fire conditions from the garage area on the side of the large (15,000 square feet), two-story single-family dwelling.

Due to the amount of the structure involved in fire, the size of the home, and it is located in an area without public water, firefighters called for a Water Supply Taskforce and a second alarm. Eighty-eight firefighters from several jurisdictions brought the fire under control in a little over an hour (70 minutes).

The cause of the fire is under investigation by members of the Anne Arundel County Fire and Explosives Investigation Unit. Smoke alarms were present and activated, providing occupants the time to escape without injury. Five occupants of the home have been displaced.

Writer's note - There were no injuries, though initially there was a report of one person trapped. All photos are courtesy of Mike Hugg via AACoFD

William Jackson Passes Away

    On October 30, 2019, William Charles Jackson of Davidsonville, beloved husband of Nancy Spiesman; devoted father of Jon T. Jackson, Lori Kallis Crawford (Dave); cherished grandfather of Christopher Jackson, Patricia Kallis and John Kallis; and dear brother to James Jackson. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Marilyn Jackson. 

    A memorial gathering will be held on Monday, November 11, 2019 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Barranco Severna Park Funeral Home & Cremation Care, P.A. 495 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to Maryland Therapeutic Riding, Attn: Development Office, 1141 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD 21032 or (https://www.horsesthatheal.org/volunteer-at-mtr/how-to-get-involved/) or to the Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Department for the Care of the Building Fund at Earleigh Heights VFC, 161 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146.

Online condolences may be made at

www.barrancofuneralhome.com  

Sarah Healy At AACC

    Sarah Healy of Davidsonville is a sophomore at Anne Arundel CC and is on their basketball team playing center.    Her bio can be read at:
https://aaccathletics.com/sports/wbkb/2019-20/bios/healy_sarah_vsp7

Update:  Sarah was Player of the Week for Nov. 4-10, 2019.  Read about her at:    https://davidsonvillenews.blogspot.com/2019/11/sarah-healy-player-of-week.html

Davidsonville Goat On The Run

Together, with the help of two couples, a D.C. police officer and a young man and woman, a four-legged farm animal was returned to his rightful home.

It all started on Saturday afternoon when Sandra Harris of Davidsonville noticed her fiancé had not made it home yet, so she called him. When he picked up, Jim Anderson was in a state of panic after he spotted a goat on Rutland Road, Harris said.

“I drove by the farm where there is always sheep and goats, and I saw (a goat) was on the wrong side of the fence,” Jim said. “I was frantically trying to get someone on the phone, and the hunt was on.”

To read the complete story,  go to:  Goat On The Run

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)  A one story home without basement on .39 acre at 1503 Patuxent Manor Road sold by the Anton Administrative Trust to Richard and Patricia Aldridge for $375,000.

2)    A one story home on14.43 acres at 416 Beards Creek Drive sold by Sinclair and Janette Gearing for $655,000