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2019 

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Removal of Ash Trees in Gaithersburg, Maryland A local resident asked why the City of Gaithersburg is cutting down a number of trees.This is the response from the City:The trees that are being removed are primarily Ash trees. These trees are infested with Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis), ...
08/19/2019

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Chamber of Commerce August Morning Mixer The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their August Morning Mixer on August 21, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 51 Monroe Street, Suite 1800, Rockville, Maryland 20850. Click on the link for more information. MCCC Morning Mixers are the best w...
08/19/2019

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In one of my previous posts of Shrimp from the Florida Keys I was asked to share the recipe.  I am happy to share the recipe and give credit to its source and let you know how I modified it. Here is the recipe from https://damndelicious.net/2018/07/09/grilled-garlic-butter-shrimp/  Ingredients: ...
08/19/2019

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Mission BBQ Plans October Opening in Germantown, Maryland The MoCo Show reports that Mission BBQ will be taking over the old Ruby Tuesday location in Germantown, Maryland and are planning on an opening on October 7, 2019. We will be watching for future announcements.  Shasta Daisy, Kentlands Phot...
08/18/2019

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Hosta, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland This hosta photograph was taken in our Kentlands home garden in Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878. To obtain a background like this, simply place a sheet of colored paper behind the flower. It is fun to try different colors.If you enjoy photography, y...
08/18/2019

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On Monday, I used a quote by Don Miguel Ruiz.  It was impressive, and many of you liked the quote, and Kathy Streib mentioned, she wanted to hear more about this author.  This one is for you Kathy and everyone else who enjoyed the quote.    Here is an excerpt of his first book called, The Four A...
08/18/2019

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Monarch Fiesta: Black Hill Nature Program, Boyds, Maryland Celebrate the monarch butterfly’s inspiring metamorphosis and incredible journey at Monarch Fiesta on Saturday, 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Black Hill Visitor Center in Black Hill Regional Park, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds, Maryland 2...
08/17/2019

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Silver Diner to Open Rio Location, Gaithersburg, Maryland Silver Diner will open its new location in Rio at 9811 Washingtonian Boulevard, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 on Monday, August 26, 2019. Click on the link to view the menu.This will be the first Silver Diner with outdoor seating and they’l...
08/17/2019

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Vivid colors on a gorgeous sunny day characterize the Summer Santa Barbara Farmers Market. Garden of Eden Farms have some of the tastiest and most colorful lettuce varieties. White Kadota figs are just starting to appear.  These are one of my favorite summer fruits.  Growing up in Beirut, Lebano...
08/17/2019

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Chinese Hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, El Dorado, Longwood Gardens This photograph was very well received when I posted it in a number of Facebook groups. I hope you will also enjoy it. Chinese Hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, El Dorado, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 6900Canon ...
08/16/2019
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