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2020
Book Recommendation: The Dutch House by Ann Patchett The Dutch House (2019) is a "dark fairy tale about siblings who cannot overcome their past." This novel is set over the course of five decades. By The New York Times bestselling American author Ann Patchett. I enjoyed this book and recommend it...
07/13/2020
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Clivia, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA I posted this photograph in several Facebook groups this morning. If you have an interest in photography, there are many Facebook groups for you to consider joining. Subhash Sharma Also known as Natal or Bush lilies, these Clivia flowers belong to th...
07/12/2020
Egyptian Star Cluster, Pentas lanceolata, Madder Family I posted this photograph in a number of Facebook groups this morning. Sadly, the pandemic has curtailed our regular visits to Longwood Gardens. Subhash Sharma With their sixteen wonderful varieties, these red (pink) star-shaped flowers with...
07/11/2020
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Happy Birthday to Dolores Kelley Today is Chef Dolores' birthday. She has received a number of calls from friends and relatives. We will be staying in home in the social distancing mode. Dolores says we will be having scallops for dinner. Pizza time at home with Chef Dolores. IMG 8516Mama Cozzi'...
07/10/2020
Peonies, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland I posted this photograph of peonies in our home garden in a number of Facebook groups this morning. Our peonies are gone for the season but you have a nice green plant in the garden for the rest of the season.Take care, be safe and have a great...
07/10/2020
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Thank You Very Much for the Facebook Connections As I reduce my activity on ActiveRain, it is good to know that many of my long time contacts are also Facebook friends or followers. My experience is that is a good idea to have those Facebook connections that allow us to get to know each other on ...
07/08/2020
Gaithersburg City Manager Candidate Virtual Meet and Greet A public meet & greet session with the two finalists for the vacant City Manager position will take place virtually on July 9 starting at 5:30 p.m. Advance registration is required by 4 p.m. on July 9 to view the session and ask questions...
07/08/2020
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Gaithersburg Farmers Markets Open This Week Shop fresh produce, coffee, baked goods, and more. The City's two Farmers Markets resume operations this week. The Casey Market, which relocated from Fulks Corner in Olde Towne to the Casey Community Center, is open on Thursdays, while the Main Street M...
07/08/2020
Playgrounds are Opening in Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery Parks of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission has started a gradual reopening of playgrounds it oversees. Other facilities, such as the miniature trains at Cabin John and Wheaton regional parks, have opened on...
07/08/2020
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Another recipe from the kitchen of Will Hamm... + servings 4.35 from 23 votes Grilled Country Style Ribs These Grilled Country Style Ribs are first dry rubbed with a blend of ground cumin, oregano, black pepper and other warm spices before grilling. The exterior gets crusty and the tender inte...
07/08/2020
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