CAColumbia’s and CA’s dedication to celebrating diversity.

Much of Phil Nelson’s life has been shaped bythe Civil War. Not only is it his favorite part ofAmerican history, but Nelson also uses it as an illustration to demonstrate a difficult management principle: how to make two “grossly divergent” sides worktogether. And in a time of “economic challenges andchanging demographics”—both of which are present inNelson’s current and past city—the biggest challenge willbe finding solutions that everyone can agree on.

Just as the Civil War ended in a better, more unitednation, there is great opportunity for CA to improveunder the experience and intuition of Phil Nelson. Hismanagement theories are valuable and relevant; his determination to CA’s mission –“to improve the quality oflife for people living or working in Columbia”– is evident;and his calm urgency to prepare for the future iscontagious. Nelson is the kind of person who “fitshimself into the community” instead of forming the com-munity around himself. He has a vision for Columbia. Andwith the support of CA and all Columbia residents, hewill, indeed, carry this vision forward. ■

of experiencein planning,finance,budgetingand strategicplanning,Nelsoncomes toColumbiaprepared to“learn fromthe past to

prepare for thefuture.” His plans for CA include finding out moreabout the community and working with the Board to“develop their goals…to fit the resources Columbiahas and needs” to plan for the future.

Nelson says what attracted him to Columbia wasthe “basic premise” that started it; the “mission that it’shere for everyone.” Coming from Troy, a city that wasranked the second most diverse in the state, with “83dialects spoken in the schools,” Nelson embraces both

Phil Nelson’s favorite ‘philosopher’ is onehe fondly calls P. E. Sailor: “I am what Iam,” he says with a smile,

explaining Popeye’s advice is something he can’thelp but follow. But don’t let Nelson’s amiablenature and relaxed demeanor fool you. Beneath

the laid back flair lies a man that is bound anddetermined to enhance Columbia’s

existing splendor, just as he didin his last city: Troy, Michigan.

That mindset, to better theworld and the peoplearound him, has beenwith him since college.

His dreams ofbecoming a history

teacher were cut short by arestricting teaching style;

however, the change in majordid allow him to pursue a career

in the public sector. With 38 years

Healthy HowardandKidsDay fun

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On June’s show find out about the benefitsof water aerobics; learn the historyof The Kings Contrivance restaurant;watch as the “Kids on TV” hostsdiscuss The First Tee of HowardCounty; meet CA’s new president,Phil Nelson; and much more.

TAKE NOTE

Columbia Matters airs Mondays at 11am,4pm and 7pm and Saturdays at 8:30pm on

Comcast channel 96 and Verizon channel 41; Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am, 2pm and 7pm on Comcast channel 98; and Fridays at 11am,

4pm and 9pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30am on Comcast channel 99 and Verizon

channel 44.Visit www.ColumbiaMatters.org to watch

this month’s episode on demand.

webextrasLog on to www.CAmonthly.org for this month’sadditional features and more:

Shaping CA’s Future, OneHistory Lesson at a TimePhil Nelson learns from history to help prepare for CA’s future

• Expanded village events calendar• Village election results• Nutrition Q&A: Eat your fruits

and veggies• Nutrition Q&A: How much meat

for great nutrition• Spirit of Columbia Scholarship Winners• Bugs Bunny on Broadway contest and

raffle

Forbes Magazinerecently ranked

Columbia #7 on itslist of “America’sTop 25 Towns to

Live Well.”Congratulations,

Columbia!

K idsDay, an event designed withColumbia’s youngest residents in mind,returns this summer on SATURDAY,

June 20, from noon-3pm atSwansfield Mini-WaterPark, featuringthe tallest outdoor water slide in Howard County.Children of all ages are invited to a fun-filled,luau-themed afternoon. Among KidsDay’s manyofferings, there will be family entertainment with alive disc jockey, a face painter, games, food and more.

“The concept behind KidsDay centers aroundone of James Rouse’s original visions for CA: touplift, inspire, stimulate and develop the best inpeople,” says Shelia Green, manager of theCommunications and Community RelationsDepartment at CA.

KidsKorner, the kid-friendly section of CA’sonline newsletter, www.CAmonthly.org,will sponsor raffles featuring free passes to localdestination favorites – including two ticketsto Bugs Bunny on Broadway atMerriweather Post Pavilion on Saturday, July 11.

KidsDay is a free event and is open to the public.Swansfield Mini-WaterPark is located at 5659Cedar Lane in Columbia. KidsDay is part ofColumbia Association’s Welcome Initiative to helpnew and current residents learn more aboutColumbia’s history and vision and encourage themto become involved in their community. For more information, please call 410-715-3104. ■

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Check out www.CAmonthly.org and click on

KidsKorner for this month’s fun features!

Contest: Since

June is National

Fruit and Vegetable

Month, draw a

picture of your favorite fruit or vegetable and tell us why it is

your favorite – and why you should eat your fruits and veggies!

You could win CA Fun Passes for you and three of

your friends! Visit the KidsKorner web site for submission

information. at www.CAmonthly.org/KidsKorner.

Get healthyat Healthy

Howard Day

NOW THROUGH WEDNESDAY, JULY 1: Noon-2pm at Lake Kittamaqundi. Live music, freebeverages and fun by the lake every Wednesday. Bring a bag lunch orgrab a mid-day meal at area restaurants. Information: 410-715-3104.June 3: 2nd Story BandJune 10: Project NataleJune 17: Julie Hall TrioJune 24: Alex & Zach Brown QuartetJuly 1: Andrew McKnight

LAKEFRONT WEDNESDAYS

Get Active Howard County culminates with Healthy HowardDay, on SUNDAY, June 7, from10am-4pm at Centennial Park.This free event will provide local

families andbusinesses anopportunity tojoin withthe entirecommunity andenjoy a day of

healthy outdoor physical activity, healtheducation and important healthscreenings. With games, crafts andperformances along with vital healthscreenings and education, HealthyHoward Day is fun for all ages. Togetherlet’s make Howard County healthier. Visitwww.healthyhowardday.org formore information. CA is a partner for thisevent presented by We Promote Health.

Lakefront Walking TourExplore Columbia’s first village on THURSDAY, June 11, from 6-7pm at Wilde Lake Park onHyla Brook Road. Columbia Archives manager Barbara Kellner will show you the 19th centurybarns and houses as well as the 20th century contemporary architecture around Wilde Lake.Discover history where you live, and learn how Columbia’s past has shaped Columbia’s future.Information: 410-715-3103.

ColumbiaArchives.orgis Here

Check out CA’s new web site for Columbia Archives,www.ColumbiaArchives.org! Now,questions about Columbia history, the Archivescollection and much more are only a click away.

teentuesdays!

Tuesday evenings, beginningJune 23 until July 28,entertainment for teens byteens at the Town CenterLakefront. Each week severalperformances will be featured— bands, individual singers ordancers. Hang out with friendsand check out local youngartists. For more information,call 410-715-3161.

lakefrontdancing

Every Friday, beginning June 26until September 19, free danceinstruction with music will be heldunder the People Tree at TownCenter Lakefront, from 6:30-8pm.Tatia Zack will give instructionthat’s fun for beginners and thosewith experience! When the dancesession ends — the Friday nightmovie begins!

Come celebrate Columbia’sdiversity Saturday, July 18from 12-10pm. Enjoy live musicand dance, food, market place, children’s activities,Merriment on the Grounds and the decorated Umbrella ArtExhibition. Call 410-715-3161 or visit ColumbiaCalendar.org for more details.

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Check inside for Lakefront Concerts and Movies beginning Friday,June19!

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Festival • 5-10pmFireworks • 9:30pmRaindate • July 5For more info, howardcountymd.gov/rap or call 410-313-PARK.

Dancin’ Under the People Tree, 6:30-8pm

MovieHarry Potter and the Order ofthe Phoenix (PG13)

Dancin’ Under the People Tree, 6:30-8pm

MovieStar Trek IV:The VoyageHome (PG)

MovieGet Smart (PG13)

The JanglebachsRock from 60s-80s

ColumbiaInternational Day12-10pmFor more information,columbiacalendar.orgor call 410-715-3161.

Old Man BrownSouthern Rock,Blues and Soul

Dancin’ Under the People Tree, 6:30-8pm

MovieMamma Mia (PG13)

MovieTransformers(PG13)

Cathy Ponton KingOriginal Blues/SweetBallads

Deanna BogartBandBoogie Woogie, Blues

Greg HatzaORGANizationHammond B3 OrganJazz

Eric Copeland/Drew Davidsen Smooth Jazz

Blue Daze Bluegrass

Teen Tuesdays Local Teen Bands• The Get Aways

Power Pop, New Wave• Skye Bennett and

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Billy Coulter BandAmerican Rock & Roll

Eric ScottSoul/Pop

Teen Tuesdays Dance Celebration• Dance Foundation• Abinaya Natya Sala• Martial Fusion• Josh Wheeler

Teen Tuesdays Local Teen Bands• Combat Funk

Rock, Funk, Alternative• Patrick Donovan

Acoustic Pop

MovieHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG)

MovieInkheart (PG)

MovieBabe: The Gallant Pig (G)

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Dancin’ Under the People Tree, 6:30-8pm

MovieGhost Town(PG13)

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Teen TuesdaysLocal Teen Bands• Victory By Revenge• Jorge Marquez

For more information,please visitlakefrontfestival.com.

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MovieIron Man (PG13)

Carl Filipiak Jazz

Dancin’ Under thePeople Tree, 6:30-8pmMoviePirates of the Caribbean: TheCurse of the BlackPearl (PG13)

Dancin’ Under thePeople Tree, 6:30-8pm

MovieBedtime Stories(PG)

Jettstream Classic and SouthernRock

MovieEnchanted (PG)

Dancin’ Under thePeople Tree, 6:30-8pmMovieThe Dark Knight(PG13)

Mr. Groove Jazz

Tom Principato Roots Rock

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Damon ForemanFunk, Jazz and Blues

Swingin' Daves American Roots Rock

Music MattersShowcaseHannah Spiro, Carl Ayers, Michael Finazzio, Joe Isaacs

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Columbia International Day Festival*Live Performances Painted Trillium • Korean DanceonSaturday,July18

For more information,please visitlakefrontfestival.com.

Tae Kwondo Demo • The Kouyate Family • Big Blow and the Bushwackers • Machaya Klezmer Band • Daniel Rego DuoJambulay • The Rollex Band • For more information, please visit www.ColumbiaCalendar.org or call 410-715-3161.

It’s a Wonderful Life Decorated Umbrella Art Exhibition • Children’s Activities

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MovieMadagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG)

Dancin’ Under thePeople Tree, 6:30-8pm

Movie17 Again (PG13)

MovieMonsters vs Aliens (PG)

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The Columbia Association’s Lakefront Summer Festivalis sponsored by the Columbia Association and heldon the lawn at the Columbia Town Center Lakefrontoff Little Patuxent Parkway. No admission fee ischarged. Parking is free. No glass containers oralcoholic beverages are permitted. Lakefront FestivalInclement Weather Hotline: 410-715-3127

Schedule subject to change without notice.Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

ABOUT THE

FILMSAll films begin at dusk (about 8:30pm).Films rated (G), (PG) or (PG13) as noted.Sponsor: The Columbia Associationwith a generous grant from theColumbia Film Society.Your Host for the past 38 years:Tom “Mr. B” Brzezinski.Schedule subject to change.

ABOUT THE

CONCERTSAll concerts are approximately 2 hours; Showtime • 8pm, except Sundays • 6:30pm.

Sponsor: Columbia Association

Co-Sponsors: Clyde’s of Columbia Sushi Sono

Entertainment Coordinator: Rick LaRocca

Learn more about the performers at LakefrontFestival.com.

Five tips for new golfers

What are the five most important golftips you would give to someone new togolf? – JackTaking up the game of golf can be anexciting – but daunting – task. Here arefive tips that I feel best help brandnew golfers.

1. Experiment before you invest – Golf is not a cheap sport toplay. Use equipment from your family and friends to see if thegame is something you truly want to take interest in.

2. Learn from the putting green back – Most people come up andjust hit balls on the driving range – but spend some time on theputting green. It’s the most important part of your golf game.

3. Go in with an open mind – There will be times when you aregoing to get frustrated, but do not let these times keep you fromenjoying the game and having fun.

4. Watch the best doing what they do best – You can learn a lotabout the game just by watching the PGA Tour on TV.

5. Learn from the people who know – See your local PGA/LPGAProfessional for lesson options. Columbia Association Golf offersplay for golfers at all levels. Visit www.ColumbiaGolf.net tolearn more.

I hope these few tips will give you a good start to your golfingcareer. Good luck and I hope to se you walking (or riding) ourfairways soon! Read an extend version of this article online atwww.CAmonthly.org.

– Eddie Stup

Always check with your physician before starting anyexercise regimen or change in diet.

ABOUT EDDIE STUPEddie Stup is an assistant golf professional atCA’s Fairway Hills Golf Club, where he is alsoa coach for The First Tee of Howard County.He is an apprentice for Professional Golfers’Association of America and a three-time winnerof the National Golf Tour.

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On April 25, you made your voices heard. Welcome your newCA Board of Directors.

Pearl Atkinson-StewartOwen Brown • 410-381-8229 • pastewart@comcast.net

Gregg Schwind Hickory Ridge • 410-992-5043 • Gregg.Schwind@usdoj.gov

Shari ZaretKings Contrivance • 443-538-2373 • sharizaret4kc@gmail.com

Michael CornellRiver Hill • 410-531-9340 • michaelcornell@comcast.net

Cynthia A. S. H. CoyleHarper’s Choice • 410-997-7637 • cashcoyle2@aol.com

Russell Swatek Long Reach • 410-799-1497• swatek1@yahoo.com

Alex HekimianOakland Mills • 410-730-2583 • alexhekimian@hotmail.com

Philip KirschWilde Lake • 410-730-5596 • PWKirsch@comcast.net

Kathleen DragovichDorsey’s Search • 410-750-0043 • kdragovich@verizon.net

Suzanne WallerTown Center • 410-730-9132 • suzyq1104@aol.com

CA Board/Columbia Councilrepresentatives

CA Congratulates Spirit ofColumbia Scholarship WinnersCA applauds Julie Adhyam, Alexander Ranon Kolodner,Jesse Scott Martin, Ananda Martin-Caughey, NicoleNussbaum and Sarah Thorne. These local teens were recentlyawarded for their dedication to community services with CA’s Spiritof Columbia Scholarship. For over 20 years, CA has honored highschool seniors for service to their community. The winners will eachreceive a $2,500 scholarship.To learn more about the scholarshiprecipients, visit www.CAmonthly.org.

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Board/Committee SchedulesCA Board of Directors meetings and committee meetings are anexcellent way to learn about Columbia Association and its programs.Unless otherwise noted, regular meetings are held at the ColumbiaAssociation headquarters building, 10221 Wincopin Circle. For moreinformation, call 410-715-3000.CA Board . . . . . . . . . . . June 25 . . . . . . . . . 8pmExternal Relations . . . . . June 4 . . . . . . . .7:30pmPerformance Oversight . June 15 . . . . . . . 7:30pmPlanning & Strategy . . . . June 11 . . . . . . . . . .7pmBoard Operations. . . . . . June 15 . . . . . . . . . 6pm

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CONTACT USSend your feedback about our CA Monthly newsletter toCAmonthly@ColumbiaAssociation.com or call 410-715-3102.

IDENTITY THEFT & OTHERSCAMS PRESENTATION

SATURDAY, JUNE 13, from 10am-2pm at KahlerHall. Maryland Child Identification Program will provideChild ID kits that include DNA swabs, fingerprinting,photos and voice recording compatible with Amber Alert.Vin Etching and Bike Safety programs will also beavailable. Information: 410-730-0770.

Community Meet-and-Greet with Phil Nelson

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, from 6-7pm at TheOther Barn, 5851 Robert Oliver Place,Columbia, MD 21045. Information and RSVP: 410-730-1129.

part of it!

ART NIGHT

THURSDAY, JUNE 25, from 7:30-9:30pm atSwansfield Pool, 5659 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD.Admission is $15 and includes pool admission, dinner andlive Caribbean Steel Drum music. Information:410-730-0770.

Slayton House GalleryArt Reception

MARVELOUS MOVIES

THURSDAY, JUNE 25, from 6:45-8:45pm at TheOther Barn, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia,MD. Come be creative! Bring your art: painting; sewing;scrapbooking; designing web pages; writing songs or poems;whittling or whatever makes you happy. Information: 410-730-4610.

Multicultural Fairand Community Safety Day

SUNDAY, JUNE 28, from 3-5pm at SlaytonHouse in Wilde Lake. Featuring artwork by StanleyRodbell and Jeri Lipov. Information: 410-730-3987.

For updated dates and times, please visitwww.ColumbiaAssociation.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12, at 7:30pm at Slayton Housein Wilde Lake. Cost $7/person, $6/seniors. Featuring“Show Boat.” Discussion following movie. Information:410-730-3987.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25, from 6-7:30pm atHistoric Oakland. Meet CA’s new president, Phil Nelson. Admission is free. Information: 410-715-3000 or visitwww.ColumiaAssociation.org.

Adults Only Pool Party