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2020 

America Saves Week in Gaithersburg, Maryland Bank On Gaithersburg celebrates America Saves Week, encouraging Gaithersburg residents to make a plan and commit to saving to achieve better financial stability. Now in its 11th year, Bank On Gaithersburg provides a path to mainstream banking, with par...
02/29/2020
City of Gaithersburg Public Hearings on Monday, March 2. 2020 On Monday, March 2, the Mayor & City Council will hold a Public Hearing on proposed ordinance changes to Chapter 19 of the City Code that would update definitions and accommodations for e-bikes and e-scooters on City roadways and sidew...
02/29/2020
Be sure to make sure that if your child files their own tax return, they are appropriately marking that they can be claimed as a dependent by someone else. If they do not mark their returns this way and the parent proceeds to file their tax return, it will be rejected by the IRS.        Do you ha...
02/29/2020
Happy Hour Beer Selection: Elysian Bifrost Winter Ale My beer selection for our happy hour at home was the Elysian Bifrost Winter Ale from Elysian Brewing Co. in Seattle, Washington. This is an easy beer to recommend. Drink responsibly. 8.3% Alc. by Vol. Bifröst Winter Ale:  Strong, hoppy and smö...
02/28/2020
Book Recommendation: Matchup, Edited by Lee Child Matchup (2017) is a collection of eleven short stories by well know authors who are members of The International Thriller Writers. The book was edited by The New York Times bestselling author Lee Child. I enjoyed this book and recommend it for you...
02/28/2020
Preparing for a home sale isn’t just about preparing your home for sale but preparing yourself for future inquiries as well.       Selling a house is a process so complex that whether you are a first-time home seller or not, you will probably have a bunch of questions as to how to go about it. In...
02/28/2020
The Artful Lives of Georgia O'Keeffe at Asbury Methodist Village If you enjoy the art of Georgia O'Keeffe, you will want to attend this special event at Asbury Methodist Village at the Rosborough Cultural Arts and Wellness Center, 301 Odendhal Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877 on Friday, March...
02/27/2020
Event cancelled.​ Orchids, Longwood Gardens Conservatory, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 5916Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/3.5, 1/80 sec., ISO-200, 16 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
02/27/2020
You can have a more stress-free home and save time on tasks and chores.        5 Time-Saving Tips That Say “Welcome”   You can have a more stress-free home and save time on tasks and chores. Here are 5 great time-saving tips and technology that help make your daily routine more efficient and crea...
02/27/2020
Recommendation: George's Bloody Mary Mix If you enjoy an occasional bloody mary, you should try George's Bloody Mary Mix. They offer Mild, Spicy and Old Bay selections. We use the Mild version. They recommend one part Vodka and three parts George's over ice. Shake or stir well. I usually use Smir...
02/26/2020