Saturday, May 3, 2014

Dinner at the Asian Sakae 405 N. Center St. Ste 22 Westminster MD

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Chesapeake Bay Program - Chesapeake Bay News: New wastewater treatment technologies create clean water in Chesapeake Bay - Chesapeake Bay Program

Chesapeake Bay Program - Chesapeake Bay News: New wastewater treatment technologies create clean water in Chesapeake Bay - Chesapeake Bay Program

http://www.chesapeakebay.net/blog/post/new_wastewater_treatment_technologies_create_clean_water_in_chesapeake_bay

Upgrading wastewater treatment technologies has lowered pollution in the Potomac, Patuxent and Back rivers, leading researchers to celebrate the Clean Water Act and recommend continued investments in the sewage sector.

Introduced in 1972, the Clean Water Act’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit program regulates point sources of pollutants, or those that can be pinpointed to a specific location. Because wastewater treatment plants are a point source that can send nutrient-rich effluent into rivers and streams, this program has fueled advancements in wastewater treatment technologies. Biological nutrient removal, for instance, uses microorganisms to remove excess nutrients from wastewater, while the newer enhanced nutrient removal improves upon this process. 

 Researchers with the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) have linked these wastewater treatment technologies to a cleaner environment. In a report released last month, five case studies show that wastewater treatment plant upgrades in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia improved water quality in three Chesapeake Bay tributaries... Read more:

http://www.chesapeakebay.net/blog/post/new_wastewater_treatment_technologies_create_clean_water_in_chesapeake_bay

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Off Track Art will host an opening reception for Sherrill Cooper on Friday, May 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. http://tinyurl.com/otuwfez

 Sherrill Cooper is the featured artist at Off Track Art for May and June 2014

Off Track Art, an artists’ cooperative in downtown Westminster, will host an opening reception for Sherrill Cooper on Friday, May 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ms. Cooper is the featured artist at Off Track Art for May and June 2014.

Sherrill has an extensive body of work that reflect her love of the figure.

"I love people watching,” says Ms. Cooper. “The way they sit, stand, their overall posture and attitude fascinates me. I am drawn to the figure absorbed in contemplation—capturing their inner sense of isolation. I seek to communicate their emotions at that particular time. I want the viewer to feel what the subject is feeling…
 
According to her artist’s statement and brief biographical sketch, “Sherrill Cooper's studio feels like a tree house. It overlooks a lush, dense oak forest in Finksburg, MD.

In this setting Sherrill has found a way to merge her two passions: illustration and painting in oil.

She has enjoyed a successful 30 year career as an illustrator.  Now that she has raised two children, she finds more time to paint. 

Illustration has taught her composition, color, creativity, expression, and most of all draftsmanship.

These disciplines serve her well when she applies paint to canvas.  She seeks to distill all of her experiences in to each painting with fresh concepts, strong design sensibilities, emotional brushstrokes, and rich and textural color. 

The figure interests Sherrill most.  Particularly those moments of contemplation when people are caught-up in their thoughts and emotions.

Attitude, body language and posture are what she seeks to communicate with the viewer.

Choosing the correct value is essential.  Putting it down only once, with the appropriate brush and stroke. These are choices that I make very carefully. If I get them right, the painting, like the person moves and breathes. - Sherrill Cooper

For inquires, or to see more paintings, visit www.sherrill@tsherrillcooper.com.

“Off Track Art” is an artists’ collective and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in downtown Westminster, Maryland.

For over 5-years, the partners in the coop have been dedicated to advancing the arts in Westminster as well as the careers, ideas, and artistic visions of its members.

The coop partners include, Kevin Dayhoff, Gail Elwell, Linda Van Hart, Judy Goodyear, Charlotte Laslo, Joyce Schaum, Carolyn Seabolt, Robert Waddell, Nick Corso, and Gordon Wickes.

The inspiration for forming the co-op was spearheaded by local artists Susan Williamson & Pam Zappardino. After discussions and organizational meetings in December 2008, Off Track opened its doors in January 2009 and had its grand opening on Feb. 13th, 2009.

If you come: the Opening Reception for painter Sherrill Cooper is scheduled for May 2, 2014, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information go to: www.offtrackart.com




Off Track Art Gallery
11 Liberty St., Side Entrance
Westminster, MD 21157







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“Off Track Art” is an artists’ co-op and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in historic downtown Westminster, Carroll County Maryland. 

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/ 
 For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

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Monday, April 28, 2014

April showers greet preparations for dedication of Babylon sestercentennial Oak

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The Carroll County chapter of the Maryland Municipal League will offer three $1,000 scholarships to Carroll County high school students

The Carroll County chapter of the Maryland Municipal League will offer three $1,000 scholarships to Carroll County high school students


Re-posted April 28, 2014

According to Taneytown Councilwoman Diane Foster, the 2014 MML Scholarship Chairperson, “The Carroll County chapter of the Maryland Municipal League will offer three $1,000 scholarships to Carroll County high school students who have been accepted into a college or university or, Carroll students currently enrolled in a college or university in a graduate or undergraduate program.  Preference will be given to students preparing for a career in governmental or public service.

Applicants must (1) meet the above criteria, (2) live in one of the eight incorporated municipalities in Carroll County, (3) complete the Student Scholarship Application, (4) prepare a written essay on the specified topic, and (5) have a municipal official/representative certify they reside within the incorporated limits of the municipality.

The Application is currently at www.taneytown.org  Click on Current Announcements to print out the application.  The application is also available at your high school guidance office, or through your town office. Or you may find additional information here… http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-carroll-county-chapter-of-maryland.html

The application must be the 2014 application form and must be received at the address below by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2014.  Applications may also be dropped off at the Taneytown Town Office during business hours or in the payment drop slot on or before May 2, 2014.

Please mail completed application to:

The application must be the 2014 application form and must be received at the address below by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2014. Applications may also be dropped off at the Taneytown Town Office during business hours or in the payment drop slot on or before May 2, 2014.

Please mail completed application to: Diane Foster MML Scholarship Chairperson 17 E. Baltimore Street Taneytown, MD 21787


Question should be directed to Diane Foster, 443-956-2964 or dafoster1@comcast.net

2014 Scholarship Program - Student Scholarship Criteria

Student Eligibility

q Applicant must be a resident of one of the eight incorporated municipalities in Carroll County.  These municipalities are Hampstead, Sykesville, Union Bridge, Westminster, Mt. Airy, New Windsor, Taneytown, and Manchester. A municipal official or the clerk/treasurer from your town office must fill out and sign the municipal residence section of the application.

q Applicant must have acceptance into or, current enrollment in, a college or university in a graduate or undergraduate program intended to prepare students for a career in governmental or public service.

q Applicant must have good scholastic standing. (please attach transcript from school you are attending at this time – either High School or College)

Selection Criteria


q Demonstrated commitment to public service, e.g., past or current involvement with civic organizations

q Appropriateness of current educational program for local governmental or public service

q Applicant’s statement of educational objectives and career goals

q Faculty letters of recommendation

q Completion of the scholarship application attached

q Essay  -  Municipal Government In Your Town
1.     Identify the challenges faced by your Mayor and Council.
2.     Select one or more of these challenges and explain how you would address the challenge if you were the Mayor or a Councilmember
3.     Explain how you would disseminate your decision to address the challenge(s) to the citizens of your municipality.
2014 Scholarship Program - Student Scholarship Application

Return completed applications to:

Diane Foster
MML Scholarship Chairperson

17 East Baltimore Street

Taneytown, MD 21787

Applications must be received at the address above by 4 p.m.
on Friday, May 2, 2014.

1.           Name in full:                                                                                    

2.           Present address:                                                                                 

                                                                                                                

                                                                                                                


3.           Telephone number:                              e-mail                                   

4.           Place of Birth:                                U.S Citizen?                              

5.           Name of the educational institution at which you wish to pursue your scholarship:                                                                                                           

6.           Toward what degree will you be working, and when will you graduate?

                                                                                                                  

7.           Proposed field or specialization of study:                                                                 




2014 Scholarship Program - Student Scholarship Application (cont’d)

8.     List the high school and/or colleges and universities attended if applicable, including the one in which you are currently enrolled or will enroll.  Arrange in sequence, listing the current institution first. (Submit official transcripts for each. )


College or University       Expected Date of degree       Major of field      

        And State                                                                                        


                                                                                                                  

                                                                                                                

                                                                                                                

                                                                                                                

9.     Have you ever received academic honors or awards for scholastic achievement (include high school, undergraduate and graduate studies)?
No                                                               Yes                                            

     If yes, list:                                                                                               

                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                     

2014 Scholarship Program - Student Scholarship Application (cont’d)
10.      Please explain any interruption of schooling.

                                                                                                                    

                                                                                                                    

                                                                                                                    

11.      Please list your involvement with civic organizations.  Attach separate sheet if necessary.
      
                                                                                                                       

                                                                                                                       

                                                                                                                    
      
12.      Name and title of your Faculty Adviser:                                                 

  Institution:                                             Phone                                     


13.      Each applicant must provide a statement as to educational objectives and career goals.  A statement as to why the award is merited and how the award is to be used would also be helpful.

14.      Each applicant must submit an essay on the Challenges faced by Municipal Government.  The student should conduct specific research and relate this essay to the municipality in which the student resides.

I certify that the information given in this application is true and accurate.

Signature of Applicant                                                Date                     


2014 Scholarship Program - Student Scholarship Application (cont’d)
MUNICIPAL RESIDENCE CERTIFICATION

This is to certify that the following Carroll County MML Scholarship applicant:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
Printed name of applicant
Resides at the following address:
                                                                                                                
Street Address
                                                                                                                
City, State, Zip Code
Which is within the incorporated town limits of the following town:
                                                                                                                
Printed name of town
                                                                                                                
Signature of Municipal Official/Representative

                                                                                                                
Printed name of Municipal Official/Representative

                                                                                          

Date
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