The New R’s Americantina in Stevensville, MD is honored to host the “Comedy at the Bridge” fundraising series. Ravens Roost #122 – Kent Island is sponsoring the Series as part of its community service mission. The comedy show will benefit a local charity. The admission requested is a $5.00 donation at the door. Additional donations for the charity will also be accepted.

The “Comedy at the Bridge” will be an evening of fun, drinks, food and laughter. It will be a great evening of laughter while helping our community. This series will bring DC/Baltimore talent to the island to raise money for a local charity. Don’t miss the fun!

Saturday February 4, 2012 from 9:00-11:00pm, the show will benefit The United Communities Volunteer Fire Department.

Saturday February 18, 2012 from 9:00-11:00pm, the show will benefit The United Way.

Don’t miss your chance to support the Ravens Roost and help out our community. Good food, good drinks, good times!

The Ravens Roost will be donating 100 percent of the admission and donated items to the charity.

CONTACT INFO: For information or to donate please contact Janice Monger @ 410-643-7629 ext 102 or email to janice@RsAmericantina.com

Join us on Friday the 17th of Feb 2012 for an evening of entertainment and fun at Kent Island United Methodist Church, 2739 Cox Neck Road, Chester, MD 21619. We will be showing the movie "Dolphin Tale". The doors of the Sanctuary open at 6:30 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm. There will be an intermission during the movie with snacks and drinks being served in the hospitality room. Invite your friends, family and neighbors for this free night of fun and fellowship. Call or email Janean with questions. 410-643-0418 or janean@wildbluesea.com

Chesapeake Cats & Dogs’ Spring Craft & Vendor Fair will be held on March 24th 9-2 at the KI Elks #2576 on Rt. 8. Over 20 crafters & vendors, bake sale, raffles, food, adoptable animals, door prizes every 30 minutes. We’re getting ready for kitten season and you’ll receive an additional door prize ticket if you bring something to help stock our “kitten nursery” (clumping cat litter, canned kitten/cat food, cat treats, grocery gift cards). For more information, call 410-643-9955. Chesapeake Cats & Dogs, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Stroll for Strays on April 14th, 9-2 at Camp Wright on Kent Island. Dog walk w/incentive prizes, vendors, food, giveaways, dog demos, micro-chipping, and lots more! Pets welcome but not required. All proceeds go toward caring for the animals at Chesapeake Cats & Dogs. Chesapeake Cats & Dogs, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Call 410-643-9955 for more information or visit our website www.chesapeakecatsanddogs.org

Upcoming $5,000 scholarship, “NursingHomeAbuse.net's Awareness and Prevention Scholarship,” - the first of its kind - was created to financially assist US students committed to raising awareness and preventing nursing home abuse.

Any student enrolled in an accredited online post-secondary institution is eligible to apply, however, this scholarship is particularly suited for students studying nursing, social work, psychology, or healthcare administration. The applicant must also be receiving some form of need-based aid. The scholarship will help pay for non-tuition related living expenses for the 2012-2013 academic year that are not covered by the recipient’s current financial aid such as:

- Rent
- Childcare
- Books and School Supplies
- Utilities – Gas/Electric
- Utilities – Internet Connection
- Groceries

Applications must be emailed or postmarked by February 15th, 2012 to be considered. The winner will be announced on May 31st, 2012.

Further information about the scholarship can be found at: http://www.nursinghomeabuse.net

1st Alert CPR Training located near Easton, MD We are career firemen/EMT's that know the importance of good training. As American Heart Association instructors we believe that everyone can benefit from CPR and first aid training. 2-year certifications and we can come to you or classes in the Preston area. Call Jay 443-496-2464 or Email 1stalertcpr@comcast.net for more information.

Harmony on the Bay is a Sweet Adeline Chorus. New members are welcome to learn and sing popular tunes in four-part harmony. Join us on Tuesday evenings at 7:15pm, Centreville United Methodist Church in Centreville, 608 Church Hill Road (Rt. 213) For more information call Claudia 410-924-0013 or Joanne 410-763-7920.

CBC/Island Elite All Stars are now Vipers Cheer & Dance!! Check out our Website for information on our Summer Camps, Tryout Dates, and Open Gym! http://www.viperallstars.com/index.php

Senator Pipkins office offers annually a Senate Scholarship that is awarded each year to graduating seniors who are attending a Maryland college or university. 2011 applications will be available in early January 2011 for the 2011-12 academic year. Scholarships are generally about $500/year.

Write to:
Senator Pipkin
36th Legislative District
416 James Senate Office Building
Annapolis, MD 21401-1991

Our youth and young adults are being offered a drug and alcohol educational experience to change their behavior and attitudes. The RESET program is an alternative sentencing option for the judicial system. Parents may also enroll their teenagers without an arrest taking place allowing RESET as an early intervention.

RESET serves 14 to 24 year olds who have fallen victim to drug and alcohol use or are “at risk”. The program serves as an alternative sentencing option or condition of probation by the Courts. RESET is an early intervention education program involving many agencies, volunteers, professionals and facilities. The program serves the upper shore counties.

The program is presented on three Friday nights and one Saturday night, utilizing the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office, Chester River Hospital, Queen Anne’s Circuit Courthouse and the Queen Anne’s County Detention Center. Classes begin promptly at 5:45 pm and end at 9:00 pm. The next classes begin May 20th and conclude on June 3rd.

The September class will begin in Kent County at the 911 Center and then utilize the normal locations for conclusion of the program.

Adult Home Bible Study forming soon on Kent Island. Call 443-249-3534 for more information. Thoroughly Christian (not a cult), just honest Bible Study for beginners through scholars alike. Come check out God’s Word!

Chesapeake Voyagers, Inc. (CVI) seeks volunteers to serve on its Board of Directors. Board members must live in the mid-shore region and have an interest in mental health. Preference is given to applicants who are receiving or have received mental health services. The Board of Directors, composed of both consumers of mental health services and other residents of the region having a professional or personal interest in mental health, is responsible for the governance of the organization.

CVI, a non-profit organization (501 (c)(3) pending), advocates for and supports consumers of mental health services in the mid-shore region. It provides peer support through formal programs and informal group and individual interaction at its wellness and recovery centers in the mid-shore region.

To apply for appointment to the Board of Directors, please send a letter of interest and a resume or bio to Sheila Tolliver, President, Chesapeake Voyagers, Inc., 342-C North Aurora Street, Easton, MD 21601 by June 6, 2010 (or email to sheilatolliver@gmail.com).

Queen Anne's County RESET Program offers parents an opportunity to enroll their children who are "at risk" of becoming involved or who are involved with alcohol and minor drug use. The RESET Program mission is to change attitudes and behaviors through education. RESET serves parents, Courts, Juvenile Services, Teen Court, Board of Education, Health Department and the State's Attorney's Office in providing an intervention education for those who have been found/suspected of being involved in drug and alcohol related incidents. RESET conducts four classes (3 Friday nights and one Saturday night) providing education of short term and long term effects involving alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and prescription medication as well as informing the students how these drugs effect the family and the community. A visit to the Chester River Hospital educates our students learn what occurrs from accident scene to shock trauma and how drugs and alcohol may interfere with treatment. A visit to the Circuit Courtroom allows our students to learn the laws and penalties involving drugs and alcohol from State's Attorney Lance Richardson and Agent Broughton from Parole and Probation. Guest speakers also share personal experiences to provide our students with "real life" experiences from community members. A tour of the Queen Anne's County Detention Center allows our students to understand how their lifes will change and hear the details of prison life from the inmates. RESET involves homework and 100% involvement by the student. Student fee: $130. Classes are from 5:45 pm until 9:00 pm. For more information: Terry Ober 443-995-5367. Classes are conducted quarterly or as needed.