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The same light that provides the beautiful riverfront views in the room also made it virtually impossible to see the dim image produced by the system\u2019s dated projector.<\/p>\n<p>Resident Gunter Arndt put his technical background to work in researching video systems, and it quickly became apparent that philanthropy would be needed to supplement what had been budgeted. Then lightning struck\u2014literally. It damaged the old system and galvanized generous Asbury Solomons residents.<\/p>\n<p>A grant from the resident Computer Club as well as personal gifts from Ginny and Gunter Arndt and Joyce and Whitey Thayer provided nearly $9,000 in additional funds to purchase the system that was truly needed. \u201cThe lightning strike was an opportunity that fell into our laps,\u201d Computer Club Co-President Suzanne Edwards said. \u201cWe were unanimous and excited about supporting the project.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The new video system includes a Blu-ray player and a projector rated at 6,500 lumens, bright enough to be seen on even the sunniest Southern Maryland days. 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